bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Testing the Impact of Encryption on Network Performance
Authors: Singh Abhishek
Published: February 2025

Encryption is a crucial component of modern communication networks, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of
data transmitted over these systems. However, the implementation of encryption can have a significant impact on
network performance, with potential implications for real-time applications and overall system efficiency [1].This
research paper investigates the effects of various encryption algorithms on network performance, with a focus on
parameters such as execution time, memory usage, and throughput. Specifically, the study examines the trade-offs
between the security provided by different encryption algorithms and their impact on network efficiency, evaluating
factors like processing speed, memory consumption, and data transmission rates. By understanding the performance
characteristics of various encryption methods, this research aims to help network administrators and system designers
make informed decisions when selecting appropriate encryption solutions for their communication networks,
balancing the need for robust security with the requirements of efficient and reliable data transmission. The findings
of this study provide valuable insights into the performance characteristics of different encryption algorithms,
enabling network administrators and system designers to make more informed decisions when selecting encryption
solutions that strike a balance between security and efficiency for their communication networks[2][3].This study is
important because it provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact of encryption algorithms on network
performance. The research investigates the trade-offs between security and efficiency, examining factors such as
execution time, memory usage, and throughput. By understanding the performance characteristics of different
encryption methods, network administrators and system designers can make more informed decisions when selecting
encryption solutions for their communication networks. The goal is to help organizations balance the need for robust
security with the requirements of efficient and reliable data transmission, ultimately improving the overall
performance and reliability of their communication systems[4].
Keywords: Network Performance, Encryption, AES, RSA, ECC, Latency, CPU, Cryptographic Algorithm, Network
Security
Conservative Approaches to Intervertebral Disc Prolapse: A Comprehensive Review
Authors:   Pharm.D Interns, Krishma Teja Pharmacy College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh  2- Associate Professor, Clinical Preceptor, Krishma Teja Pharmacy College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, Naik2 K. Thirumala
Published: February 2025

Disc herniation is a common condition involving the protrusion of the nucleus pulposus through the annulus fibrosus, often resulting in nerve root compression and symptoms like sciatica. The vertebral column consists of 33 vertebrae, and the intervertebral discs (IVDs) between them play a crucial role in shock absorption and movement. The incidence of herniated discs is approximately 5-20 cases per 1000 adults annually, with peak occurrence in the 4th and 5th decades of life. Risk factors include genetic predisposition, high BMI, smoking, aging, physical labor, and spine injury. The pathophysiology of disc herniation involves the degeneration of disc structures, with the annulus fibrosus and nucleus pulposus contributing to biomechanical function. Herniation typically occurs posterolaterally and is most common at the L4/L5 and L5/S1 levels. Diagnostic tools such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI are essential in confirming disc herniation and nerve root compression. Conservative management, including physical therapy, pharmacological treatment, and corticosteroid injections, is the first-line treatment for most patients. While conservative therapy has a lower risk of complications and is generally effective, a subset of patients may not achieve lasting relief and require surgical intervention. Understanding the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management strategies for disc herniation is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Keywords: Disc herniation, intervertebral disc, sciatica, conservative treatment, MRI, physical therapy, epidural injections, pathophysiology, lumbar spine, nerve root compression
Research on the construction of outcome-based education platform based on deep learning
Authors: LiMengyang LiMengyang , Mustafa Zaida , Shufang Lu
Published: February 2025

The traditional way of enrolling students and organizing teaching by major has been difficult to meet the needs of high-quality development. The OBE (Outcome-Based Education) model emphasizes that everyone can succeed, personalized evaluation, competency-based performance responsibility, and so on. With the continuous development of AI (artificial intelligence) technology and the sharp increase in available data in the era of big data, the application of AI is becoming increasingly important. This paper proposes an OBE platform based on deep learning, which includes personalized learning recommendations and classroom quality evaluations. This paper explores the relationship between users' learning emotions and learning efficiency and uses the content-based recommendation model of CNN (convolutional neural network) to recommend personalized learning methods. It employs the improved SSD (Single Shot MultiBox Detector) algorithm to detect classroom behavior. The research results show that the CNN recommendation model performs very well in the learning resource recommendation platform. The results indicate that the improved SSD algorithm in this paper has a good inhibitory effect on all five actions and shows a significant improvement in the detection effect of small targets, up to 14.805%. This is of great significance for promoting the deep integration of modern information technology with education and teaching and for implementing effective OBE.
Közlekedés és a mobilkommunikáció kapcsolata
Authors: Kún Gergely Ottó , Wührl Tibor
Published: February 2025

A közlekedés és a mobilkommunikáció napjainkban már elválaszthatatlan fogalmak. A két tudományterület összefonódása már több évtizeddel ezelőtt elkezdődött. A gyors információ áramlás nagymértékben javíthatja a közlekedés biztonságot, ugyanakkor az információ hiány egyre nagyobb veszélyeket rejt. A közlekedés és a mobil hálózati kommunikáció professzionális összekapcsolása a második generációs mobilhálózatok korában kezdődött. Bebizonyosodott, hogy a közlekedésbiztonság növelése érdekében alkalmazott mobil rendszereknek szigorú minőségi mutató elvárásoknak kell megfelelniük. Napjainkban és a közeljövőben a közlekedés és a mobil kommunikáció egymásba fonódása az ötödik generációs rendszerekben csúcsosodik ki.
Online ADR in Europa en België: a new frontier
Authors: Voet Stefaan
Published: February 2025

Online ADR in Europe and Belgium: A New Frontier

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) are on the rise in Europe and different Member States. In May 2013, the European Parliament and Council adopted an ADR Directive (n 2013/11) and ODR Regulation (n 524/2013) that will bring major changes in the European and national ADR landscapes. Both instruments are analyzed in this article. On the other hand, attention is also paid to the Belgian ODR-platform Belmed, that was created in 2011 and facilitates Belgian consumers to make an online ADR application. Finally, a plea is made for the exchange of data between ODR-platforms and national regulators, as a means to detect mass cases.
Arbeidsmediation in de praktijk
Authors: Bik Toos , van der Hoek Kees
Published: February 2025

Labour Mediation in practice

In this article the authors describe aspects of mediation in individual labour conflicts. In doing so, they use jurisprudence, judgements of the disciplinary commission for mediators en their own experiences as mediators. They end with the conclusion that mediation in labour conflicts needs specific knowledge, additional to the general training for mediation.
Sociale bemiddeling in België: kansen, uitdagingen, en knelpunten – Verslag Academische Zitting
Authors: Bollen Katalien , Coekaerts Cathia , Euwema Martin
Published: February 2025

(Labor) Mediation in Belgium: Chances, Challanges and Bottlenecks – Report of a Seminar

Here the authors report on the seminar ‘(Labor) Mediation in Belgium; Chances, challenges and bottlenecks’, which took place on September 11th, 2013. During this seminar a debate took place between several mediation stakeholders in Belgium.
Mediation in het bedrijfsleven vraagt andere aanvliegroute
Authors: Boot Lambert
Published: February 2025

Mediation in companies needs another approach

Mediation is not very popular (yet) in the Dutch private sector. The author used his own network of business relations to investigate the motives not to choose mediation in solving business conflicts. Entrepreneurs and managers recognize mediation as a suitable method to solve personal conflicts like in family and community mediation. In business conflicts however, parties try not to get too personally involved and to keep feelings and emotions away from the negotiations. This investigation made clear that the timing of the conflict management process is a crucial factor in the unpopularity of mediation. The moment to choose a suitable method for dispute resolution is when the entrepreneur or manager failed to solve the dispute together with the other party. At this stage the competences of the mediator are competing with those of the entrepreneur/manager and therefore the choice for mediation is not very likely. This can only be changed by the introduction of dispute consultancy earlier in the process. Also the promotion of the traditional values and benefits of mediation does not seem to match the desires of most of the entrepreneurs and managers. Mediators might invest in pilots with companies to create opportunities for conflict consultancy and the introduction of a dispute analysis as early as possible in the process.
De mediator als professional of de professional als mediator?
Authors: Kil Ad
Published: February 2025

The mediator as a professional or the professional as a mediator?

In this contribution the focus is on whether mediation, as it is practiced today, can be regarded as a profession and if so, whether it belongs to the ‘new’ or ‘old’ professions. In an attempt to answer this question the structure of the body of knowledge and the predictability of the outcomes of the application of that body of knowledge are discussed.
Recente ADR-ontwikkelingen in Duitsland, Finland en Rusland
Authors: van den Bosch Thabiso
Published: February 2025

Some recent ADR-developments in Germany, Finland and Russia

In September 2008 a new clause on expedited proceedings was added to the arbitration rules of the German Deutsche Institution für Schiedsgerichtsbarkeit (German Institution of Arbitration). The inclusion of the new clause is a response to the (general) criticism regarding the length of some arbitral proceedings in recent years.In Finland mediation is inter alia offered by members of the bar associaton. This practice of mediation is briefly discussed together with some highlights of the Finnish court-annexed mediation programme, which is based on the Act on court-annexed mediation of 1 January 2006.In Russia the working group of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry drafted the Law on Mediation (referred to as Draft Law). The Draft Law is based on the UNCITRAL Model Law on International and Commercial Conciliation of 2002 and was submitted to the state Parliament on 12 December 2006. As yet, there is no statutory mediation in place.
11th Spring Conference ABA section Dispute Resolution, 15-18 april 2009, New York
Authors: Jagtenberg Rob
Published: February 2025

11th Spring Conference ABA section Dispute Resolution, 15-18 April 2009, New York

From 15 to 18 April 2009 the Dispute Resolution Section of the American Bar Association organized its 11th ADR conference. The title of the conference was ‘ADR: Building Bridges to a better Society’. There was a wide array of workshops (50 in total) out of which the participants could choose, such as ‘Yes! Corporate America still uses ADR’, ‘Access to ADR for people with disabilities’, ‘ADR ethics from A to Z’, ‘Arbitrator and mediator liability’, ‘How much confidentiality in mediation enough?’, ‘Integrating ADR, families and social service systems’, ‘School mediation misses the mark’, ‘War, negotiation and leadership: lessons for mediators’. In addition to the workshops the participants could attend the ‘Annual Symposium on ADR in the Courts’ and the ‘Legal Educators Colloquium’. The participants – fortunately! – were provided with a CD-ROM with on it all the conference information and papers.
Zakelijk conflictmanagement in breed perspectief
Authors: van  Beukering Ellen
Published: February 2025

Commercial dispute management in a broad perspective

In this contribution an overview is given of the most recent developments with regard to commercial dispute management and its legal context, in particular in the Netherlands. Firstly, a focus is put on the importance of integral conflict management on the basis of ADR/EDR from the perspective of risk management and cost control. Secondly, recent developments with regard to effective dispute resolution, in particular in government policy, ADR/EDR and in the legal context are discussed. The judicial and the extrajudicial system offer conflict parties various possibilities to effective and efficient dispute resolution. Further, special attention is paid to mediation clauses in commercial contracts. With regard to the European Directive of 21 May 2008 on mediation in civil and commercial matters, Directive 2008/52/EC, its consequences to the Dutch legal system and its importance for commercial dispute resolution management are discussed.
Mijn kind … ons kind!
Authors: Demarré Hilde
Published: February 2025

My child … our child! Prevention of international child abduction

For children involved in an international abduction by one of the parents, there is a real risk of losing their right to contact with the other parent for an extended period of time and sometimes forever. A number of international legal remedies have been created that should provide a solution to these often traumatising experiences. However, their application in an international context often takes a particularly long time and the procedures remain painful and difficult for the families involved. The various players working in the field of international child abductions recognise the importance of preventing international child abductions. The requirement here is that the people involved in the field are well informed of the available and most desirable prevention mechanisms. Therefore Child Focus, in cooperation with the European Commission, developed a prevention guide with information on the phenomenon of international child abduction, prevention mechanism, intervening organizations and flow charts.
Arbitrage en het draagvlak bij insolventieprocedures
Authors: De Meulemeester Dirk
Published: February 2025

Arbitrage en het draagvlak bij insolventieprocedures

An arbitrator and the parties can be confronted with an insolvent party. In such event the arbitrator will have to integrate the effects of the insolvency into the arbitration proceedings and consider several precautions in order to render a valid and enforceable award. The main principle when tackling most of these issues is the equality of creditors. Another issue can be the identification of the applicable (system of) law. The effect of the insolvency can vary considerably depending thereon. In domestic arbitration this will not be an issue. Also, when the parties all come from EU-member states, the identification of the applicable law and the effects of the insolvency are covered by the European Insolvency Regulation. But in other international disputes the relationship between bankruptcy law and arbitration can be complex and uncertain. To illustrate the difficulty of the issues the Syska Vivendi case serves as an excellent example. Finally we describe the impact on the way the arbitration is conducted by the tribunal and on the administration and supervision of the arbitration by the institution.
Mediation training in Russia
Authors: Abolonin Vadim , Sergeeva Ksenia
Published: February 2025

Mediation Training in Russia

The goal of this article is to examine key problems of training standards for mediators in Russia and to identify possible solutions that may address these issues. In considering the question of mediation training in the context of mediation development in Russia, one can distinguish two periods: (1) before the enactment of the Law on mediation, or the period of private initiatives, and (2) after this Law entered into force, which can be entitled as the period of governmental regulation.During the first period, there were no special legal regulations and thus, private institutions had been offering their own diverse and numerous mediation training programs. The situation has changed due to the active force of the Federal Law on mediation by implementing provisions that require creation of a special unified training program for professional mediators and approval by the Government of the Russian Federation. This program was adopted on 14 February 2011. The approach of the Russian legislature to the establishment of a consistent educational standard for Russian mediators can be considered as the implementation of the woldwide shift toward standards unification. However, the Law itself contains some contradictions, and also contains a number of provisions that cast serious doubts upon the success of this effort.
De opkomst van Eigen Kracht-conferenties in Nederland en Vlaanderen
Authors: de Roo Annie
Published: February 2025

The Family Group Conference: a type of conflictmanagement with economic potential

Since 2001 Family Group Conferences are being organised in the Netherlands, and in Flanders since 2006. The Eigen Kracht Centrale, the Dutch forum organising Family Group Conferences, supported in 2011 research into the economic potential of Family Group Conferences, particularly in multi problem families. The results of the research are promising, meaning that Family Group Conferences may contribute to savings of costs for youth care.
Bemiddeling en conflicthantering in Vlaamse echtscheidingsovereenkomsten
Authors: Hemelsoen Ruben
Published: February 2025

Mediation and conflictmanagement in Flemish mutual consent divorce agreements: an empirical-legal study

In this empirical-legal study, the mediation arrangements concluded in the context of a divorce by mutual consent are studied by using the social scientific method of content analysis. Within a representative sample of Flemish divorce agreements, these clauses are both quantitatively and qualitatively analyzed. The quantitative results show that the number of mediation arrangements and ADR clauses in the dataset are rather low. The qualitative content analysis reveals that most mediation provisions can be improved. Ultimately, this contribution contains suggestions to improve the terminology and stipulation of the investigated clauses.
Gezondheidsrisico’s van veehouderijen
Authors: Bodden P.P.A.
Published: February 2025

Gezondheidsrisico’s van veehouderijen

In deze bijdrage wordt stilgestaan bij de vraag hoe de gezondheidsrisico’s (zoönosen en endotoxinen) van veehouderijen via het omgevingsrecht worden gereguleerd. Daarbij worden achtereenvolgens de jurisprudentie over ruimtelijke besluiten, de jurisprudentie inzake milieubesluiten en te verwachten beleid aan de orde gesteld. Tot slot zal aan de hand van de Q-koortsepidemie worden geïllustreerd hoe het systeem thans werkt.
Oikumene Dalam Pemahaman Alkitab
Authors: Kristanto Samuel Hans
Published: February 2025

Gerakan Oikumene atau ekumenisme memiliki peranan penting dalam upaya menyatukan berbagai denominasi gereja Kristen, terutama dalam konteks pemahaman Alkitab. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana konsep Oikumene dipahami dan diimplementasikan berdasarkan ajaran Alkitab, serta dampaknya terhadap kesatuan umat Kristiani. Metode yang digunakan adalah literature review, yang melibatkan pengumpulan dan analisis berbagai sumber literatur terkait Oikumene, ekumenisme, dan pemahaman Alkitab tentang kesatuan gereja. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Oikumene tidak hanya fokus pada kesatuan doktrin, tetapi juga menekankan nilai-nilai moderasi beragama yang berlandaskan pada kasih dan penghormatan terhadap perbedaan. Dialog ekumenis yang konstruktif dan kerja sama lintas denominasi menjadi kunci dalam mengatasi perpecahan dan memperkuat persatuan gereja. Selain itu, implementasi Oikumene di lingkungan pendidikan tinggi, seperti STAKPN Sentani, terbukti efektif dalam menciptakan harmonisasi dan kebersamaan di antara mahasiswa dari berbagai latar belakang gereja. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini menegaskan bahwa Oikumene dalam pemahaman Alkitab dapat menjadi sarana efektif untuk mewujudkan kesatuan gereja yang harmonis dan inklusif, sekaligus memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap perdamaian dan keharmonisan masyarakat luas.
الحروب والصراعات وتداعياتها على الامن الانساني
Authors: شجاع زهراء غانم , علي جهاد عباس
Published: February 2025

تعد الحروب و الصراعات واحدة من اقدم الظواهر التي عرفتها المجتمعات البشرية وان هذه الظاهرة تجسدت في البداية على مستوى الصراعات الفردية عندما كانت ترتقي الى مستوى الاشتباك وكانت بدائية في وسائلها وادواتها، وكما ان ظاهرة الحرب بدأت من الاسرة ومن ثم القبيلة والعشيرة وانتهت بالدولة، اذ ان ظاهرة الحروب بشكلها التقليدي تأخذ شكلا تدميريا بعد ان تتطور ابعادها القصوى وان حدوثها هو تضارب مصالح واهداف الاطراف وانها الوسيلة النهائية بعد ان تعجز الوسائل الاخرى في حسم الصراع او النزاع، وان الحروب او الصراعات تعبر عن التناقض المفاهيمي والقيمي في مكون الايديولوجيات والمصالح والاهداف بين اطراف يصعب التوافق فيما بينهم، وان الحرب ترتبط بالمجتمع الانساني وتعبر عن قيمته الفكرية وعقائده الاقتصادية والفلسفية والاجتماعية عندما تتعارض مع نظيرتها لدى الاطراف الاخرى وهي في الوقت ذاته تعبر عن الارادة السياسية لصناع القرار من خلال نظرتهم للوسائل التي يتم بها تحقيق اهداف ومصالح دولهم.
شهدت نهاية الحرب الباردة تحول في طبيعة مصادر التهديد والتي لم تقتصر على التهديد العسكري او العدوان من طرف اخر و منها بروز العولمة الإلكترونية او الاقتصادية و البيئية كالفقر والمجاعة والامراض بالإضافة الى الحروب الاهلية والارهاب والجريمة المنظمة وتجارة المخدرات وانتشار الاسلحة، وكما تحولت طبيعة الحروب ولم تعد حروب او صراعات بين الدول وقد اصبحت معظمها صراعات داخلية اطرافها افراد او جماعات تعمل على اضعاف الدول من الداخل في جميع النواحي ولهذا يصعب التحكم فيها ومما يجعل المنظور التقليدي للأمن عاجزا عن مواجهتها وهو مما ادى الى اعادة النظر في مفهوم الامن الانساني.
Caracterização quantitativa e qualitativa da paisagem sonora do Bixiga, bairro tradicional da cidade de São Paulo
Authors: Klein Michael Edison , Michalski Ranny Loureiro Xavier Nascimento
Published: February 2025

Quando se trata de planejamento urbano, as abordagens tradicionais limitam-se à elaboração de análises quantitativas de ruído, ignorando outras dimensões associadas à sua subjetividade. Para uma avaliação completa, deve-se levar em consideração a atividade humana e sua relação com os sons do ambiente, a fim de compreender a historicidade e a cultura das marcas sonoras. O presente trabalho é um estudo inicial para a compreensão e aplicação da metodologia da ISO 12913. Para isso, foi realizada uma caracterização tanto quantitativa como qualitativa da paisagem sonora do bairro Bixiga, na cidade de São Paulo. O Bixiga é um dos bairros mais tradicionais de São Paulo, popularmente lembrado pelo sotaque italiano e pela rica atividade musical e cultural. Para a avaliação sonora quantitativa, foram realizadas medições em pontos estratégicos do bairro, buscando registrar diferentes parâmetros de níveis sonoros. Já a caracterização sonora qualitativa foi realizada com especialistas da área e convidados, visando o entendimento da paisagem sonora. A avaliação qualitativa ocorreu através da aplicação de questionários quanto à caracterização das fontes sonoras locais e a percepção sonora dos entrevistados. De forma simultânea, foram realizadas medições sonoras e sonoras biauriculares para a aplicação de modelos psicofísicos que caracterizam as sensações auditivas.
Engenharia Acústica: Um curso acadêmico completo de graduação no Brasil
Authors: Fonseca William D'Andrea
Published: February 2025

Este artigo é uma tradução para o português do artigo originalmente publicado em 2022 na edição especial sobre Educação do Journal of the Acoustical Society of America (sua diagramação foi elaborada similar ao original). O artigo conta diversos aspectos do curso de Engenharia Acústica criado na UFSM. Reproduzido de "William D'Andrea Fonseca, Eric Brandão, Paulo H. Mareze, Viviane S. G. Melo, Roberto A. Tenenbaum, Christian dos Santos, Dinara Paixão; Acoustical engineering: A complete academic undergraduate program in Brazil. J. Acoust. Soc. Am. 1 August 2022; 152 (2): 1180–1191. https://doi.org/10.1121/10.0013570", com a permissão da Acoustical Society of America.
Resumo original:
A acústica é um campo amplo de conhecimento que abrange diversos ramos da física dos fenômenos ondulatórios, psicologia, ciências naturais e engenharia. Geralmente, é ensinada como parte de programas de engenharia, física ou arquitetura, ou até mesmo em programas de pós-graduação especializados no tema. No Brasil, a acústica era ensinada apenas em programas de pós-graduação até a criação do curso de Engenharia Acústica (EAC) em 2009, na Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (UFSM), um curso de graduação integral dedicado à acústica, áudio e vibração (com duração de dez semestres). Este artigo apresenta seu programa acadêmico completo, o processo de criação e o estabelecimento profissional do engenheiro acústico. Em seguida, o programa de estudos e as disciplinas são elucidados e detalhados. Além disso, as metodologias de ensino utilizadas também são discutidas. O curso emprega diversas estratégias de aprendizagem ativa, como a aprendizagem baseada em projetos, visando transformar o conhecimento abstrato em concreto. A interação entre a universidade, engenheiro acústico e a sociedade também é apresentada e esclarecida. A inserção dos graduados no mercado de trabalho e seus locais de atuação são apresentados como resultados. Como parte fundamental da formação do engenheiro, a infraestrutura utilizada, seja ela de ponta ou de equipamentos com custo acessível, é detalhada no contexto do ensino e da pesquisa. Finalmente, alguns dos projetos de pesquisa em andamento são descritos.
Avaliação de divisórias internas utilizadas no Brasil e Portugal sob a perspectiva do usuário frente ao ruído de vizinhança
Authors: Klipppel Filho Sérgio , Tutikian Bernardo Fonseca , Patrício Jorge
Published: February 2025

Uma adequada capacidade de isolamento acústico dos sistemas construtivos que compõem as edificações residenciais é necessária para a promoção de um ambiente acústico condizente com às expectativas dos usuários durante o uso. Neste caso, a regulamentação de atendimento de isolamento acústico é realizada a partir de descritores de redução sonora presentes na legislação, tanto no Brasil como em Portugal. Tais requisitos de desempenho não consideram os níveis de energia sonora que podem ser estabelecidos dentro dos ambientes devido a fontes internas, como o ruído de vizinhança, que compõe um caráter de incômodo considerável. Sendo assim, o objetivo desta pesquisa é a verificação da possibilidade de incômodo dos usuários acerca do ruído aéreo de vizinhança quando da utilização de sistemas construtivos verticais internos usualmente aplicados no Brasil e em Portugal na compartimentação de dormitórios. A partir da análise, fica evidente que o cumprimento com os níveis mínimos de desempenho não garante que os usuários não se sentirão incomodados com o ruído de vizinhança, demonstrando insuficiência de isolamento aos sons aéreos. Neste caso, apenas um sistema que cumpre com desempenho superior (Brasil) e é adequado para Portugal, se demonstrou adequado para uma baixa probabilidade de incômodo dos usuários.
Shoulder’s strength, range of motion and scapulohumeral rhythm in a cohort of male master tennis players
Authors: Bravi Marco , Borzuola Riccardo , Picerno Pietro , Vannozzi Giuseppe , Santacaterina Fabio , Giombini Arrigo , Massazza Giuseppe , Riba Ugo , Papalia Rocco , Pigozzi Fabio , Fossati Chiara , Macaluso Andrea
Published: February 2025

Tennis is known for its repetitive upper limb movements, which can potentially lead to injuries. While past research investigated shoulder biomechanics in young athletes and female players, there is a lack of study regarding male master tennis athletes. This study aimed to compare some of the biomechanical features in the dominant shoulder between master tennis players and age-matched non-tennis athletes. Isometric strength, range of motion, and scapulohumeral-rhythm, which describes the coordinated kinematic pattern between scapula and humerus during arm elevation, with and without 2kg dumbbells, were compared between 15 master tennis athletes and 15 non-tennis athletes. Tennis athletes exhibited a higher external rotation RoM in the dominant than in the non-dominant shoulder with no differences with non-tennis athletes. Extension, abduction, adduction and external rotation strength were greater in tennis athletes compared to controls, while there were no differences in the external to internal rotation ratio. Scapulohumeral-rhythm in the dominant shoulder was similar between the two groups, with a magnitude approaching the physiological value of 2:1. Therefore, from a biomechanical perspective, the results suggest that long-term participation in tennis does not significantly affect the balance in shoulder rotator strength and the scapulohumeral-rhythm, likely not representing a risk factor for shoulder injuries.
Effect of stroboscopic visual training in athletes
Authors: Jothi Sudesan , Dhakshinamoorthy Jagadeswaran , Kothandaraman Kanmani
Published: February 2025

Background : Visual abilities and motor performance are the key factor in athletes to improve their performance. One emerging technology to enhance athletes' visuomotor and cognitive abilities is SVT. This paper aims to show how SVT can be used as an intervention technique in athletics to enhance athletes' performance. Any research that examined the use of strobe glasses as a training aid for physically fit athletes was taken into consideration for this evaluation. Objectives : The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of stroboscopic visual training on athletes. Methods: In January 2024, searches were conducted using a variety of databases, including PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Springer, ProQuest databases. Screening publications that included strobe glasses as a training aid was done by two independent reviewers. 13 of the 25 full-text articles that were evaluated for inclusion and exclusion satisfied the requirements. Results: The results of the SVT intervention were: enhanced visual and visuomotor function; improved reaction time; enhanced eye-hand coordination; enhanced perceptual skills; enhanced short-term memory; enhanced central visual field motion; enhanced anticipatory timing; no improvement in peripheral field motion; some athletes reported feeling mentally exhausted and unable to identify colours. Conclusions: More research is necessary to establish the ideal strobe dosage and administration since there are no established guidelines for SVT intervention settings, duration, and outcomes in athletes. With future recommendations to athletes and coaches to incorporate SVT as part of sports training to improve their on-field performance, this review outlines the advantages of SVT intervention in athletes as well as the current research gaps addressing the usage of SVT.
Recent trends in physical activity correlates among children and adolescents in China
Authors: Meng Liu , Abu Saad Hazizi , Geok Soh Kim , Chuan Yuan , Guangtao Ren
Published: February 2025

China, one of the most densely populated emerging nations, is confronted with an escalating problem of inadequate physical activity among its children and teenagers. This review systematically examines literature from the past five years to identify the latest trends in factors related to physical activity among Chinese kids and teenagers, aiming to provide information for formulating policies and intervention strategies tailored to China's national context. We searched six electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Cochrane Library, SPORTDiscus, and ERIC) for studies published between January 2019 and January 2024. A total of 30 articles met the inclusion criteria, with four employing longitudinal designs and three using objective tools to assess physical activity. Sample sizes ranged from 255 to 93,600 participants, with 23 studies involving more than 1,000 participants. The findings indicate that, compared to other countries, young people's physical activity in China is more strongly associated with parental support, physical exercise, family structure, and neighbourhood safety. Furthermore, research examining the correlation between school surroundings and physical activity is scarce. Future interventions should prioritize family-related factors and strengthen the collaboration between families and schools.
Analisis Metode Klasifikasi Pemetaan Tutupan Lahan (Land Cover) di Area Kota Bandung Menggunakan Algoritma Random Forest Pada Google Earth Engine
Authors: Yuliana Hajiar , Zahra Cahya Hanifa Rizqiana
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memetakan tutupan lahan di Kota Bandung menggunakan algoritma Random Forest (RF) yang diimplementasikan pada platform berbasis cloud Google Earth Engine (GEE). Data citra satelit Sentinel-2 digunakan untuk menganalisis empat kelas utama tutupan lahan, yaitu lahan permukiman, lahan hijau, perairan, dan lahan terbuka. Proses klasifikasi melibatkan pemrosesan data awal, pelatihan model menggunakan data sampel, serta evaluasi akurasi melalui confusion matrix dan validasi silang (cross-validation). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa algoritma RF memiliki akurasi keseluruhan sebesar 89%, dengan akurasi tertinggi pada kelas lahan permukiman (92%) dan terendah pada kelas perairan (80%). Validasi silang menunjukkan performa yang stabil dengan rata-rata akurasi 88.5%, precision 0.91, recall 0.88, dan F1-score 0.89. Analisis confusion matrix mengidentifikasi kesalahan klasifikasi pada kelas-kelas tertentu akibat tumpang tindih spektral, terutama antara lahan hijau dan area terbuka. Penelitian ini membuktikan bahwa algoritma RF pada GEE merupakan metode yang efisien dan akurat untuk klasifikasi tutupan lahan, sekaligus mendukung perencanaan tata ruang dan pengelolaan lingkungan. Pengembangan lebih lanjut dapat mencakup penggunaan data resolusi lebih tinggi, algoritma pembelajaran lanjutan, dan analisis berbasis waktu untuk memahami dinamika perubahan tutupan lahan.
Tratamento da piometra em cadelas sem ovariosalpingohisterectomia: uso de prostaglandinas e aglepristone
Authors: Nardi Ana Paula de Moura , Sousa Fernanda Santos de Jesus , Ferrão Márcia Cristina Pires , Duarte Douglas Sabino Leite de Oliveira , Rozza Melissa Regina de Carvalho , Procópio Débora Lópes , Santiago Marilene Felipe , Silva Marcos Henrique da , Sprengel Henrique Zem Chequin , Aranha Jeobergna de Jesus
Published: February 2025

A piometra é uma patologia uterina frequente em cadelas não castradas, marcada pelo acúmulo de exsudato purulento no útero, geralmente associado a infecção bacteriana por Escherichia coli. Se não tratada, pode levar à sepse e à falência múltipla dos sistemas. O procedimento usual é a ovariosalpingohisterectomia (OSH), considerada a abordagem definitiva para eliminar a infecção e prevenir recidivas. Contudo, algumas cadelas têm contraindicações cirúrgicas ou têm valor reprodutivo, tornando necessário o uso de alternativas terapêuticas. Dentre as opções farmacológicas, destacam-se as prostaglandinas e o aglepristone. As prostaglandinas estimulam as contrações do útero e o recuo do corpo lúteo, diminuindo os níveis de progesterona e contribuindo para a remoção do conteúdo intrauterino. Por outro lado, o aglepristone bloqueia os receptores de progesterona, prevenindo a perpetuação de um ambiente uterino propício à infecção e auxiliando na reabsorção do fluido acumulado. Além disso, pesquisas indicam que a junção desses tratamentos com antibióticos pode levar a uma remissão clínica e a uma melhoria considerável da condição uterina. Entretanto, os tratamentos farmacológicos apresentam limitações, como taxas de recidiva que podem atingir 30% dos casos e efeitos colaterais associados, como cólicas e diarreia. Ademais, a exigência de supervisão veterinária estrita e os custos elevados limitam sua utilização. Portanto, mesmo sendo promissoras, essas terapias necessitam de mais pesquisas para uniformizar protocolos e aprimorar o entendimento dos fatores prognósticos. É crucial procurar métodos menos invasivos e acessíveis para expandir as opções de tratamento disponíveis e aprimorar o tratamento da piometra em cães.
Desenvolvimento, validação e avaliação de eficácia de campanha educativa sobre luta antimanicomial
Authors: Pessoa Adriana Arruda Madeiro , Trindade Filho Euclides Maurício , Santos Almira Alves dos
Published: February 2025

Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo desenvolver, validar e avaliar a eficácia de campanha educativa sobre Luta Antimanicomial para responsáveis/familiares de usuários de um serviço de saúde mental. Trata-se de estudo de validação seguido de estudo interventivo e longitudinal realizado em um Centro de Atenção Psicossocial Infantojuvenil (CAPSi). A campanha foi estruturada baseada nos princípios do Método CTM3. Foi realizada validação de conteúdo da campanha educativa por cinco juízes especialistas da saúde e dois de comunicação, tendo atingido o Índice de Validação de Conteúdo (IVC) de 0,90. Em seguida, foi realizada a avaliação de eficácia da campanha educativa, cuja população foi composta de responsáveis/familiares adultos de pacientes que estão inseridos em grupos terapêuticos e/ou atendimento individual. A amostra se deu por conveniência e a coleta de dados efetuada por meio da aplicação de um questionário para avaliação de conhecimento sobre Luta Antimanicomial, de forma presencial, antes e após a intervenção com a campanha educativa, sendo repetido após quatro semanas. A pesquisa contemplou 36 participantes que concluíram todas as etapas de avaliação. A campanha mostrou-se efetiva na aquisição de conhecimentos sobre Luta Antimanicomial, tendo em vista que o pós-teste 1 foi significantemente melhor que o pré-teste. Mesmo após 30 dias do pós-teste 1, evidenciou-se que houve retenção de modo significante dos conhecimentos adquiridos na campanha.
Síndrome HELLP: do diagnóstico ao manejo
Authors: Oliveira Thaiane Helen Gomes de , Marques Carolina dos Santos , Machado Rodrigo Cury , Cury Anny Sibelly Dias , Bonelli Onélia Alyne , Damasceno Felipe Freire Vieira , Hutt João Guilherme Costa da Silva , Camatti Sarah , Henrique Sandy Hevelyn Araújo , Flores Kevillyn Maria Nava
Published: February 2025

A Síndrome HELLP é uma complicação potencialmente fatal da pré-eclâmpsia, caracterizada por hemólise, elevação das enzimas hepáticas e plaquetopenia. Essa condição surge devido a um conjunto de processos complexos e interligados, incluindo desenvolvimento placentário inadequado, disfunção endotelial, estresse oxidativo e ativação anormal do sistema imunológico e da cascata de coagulação. Esses fatores levam a danos endoteliais difusos, alterações na microcirculação e comprometimento da função de múltiplos órgãos. O diagnóstico precoce da Síndrome HELLP é desafiador devido à sobreposição de sintomas com outras condições, mas é essencial para reduzir os riscos de complicações graves para a gestante e o feto. A identificação clínica geralmente inclui sinais como dor epigástrica, náuseas, vômitos e hipertensão severa, associados a alterações laboratoriais características. O presente estudo tem como objetivo discutir a apresentação clínica e o manejo da Síndrome HELLP, destacando a importância do diagnóstico e intervenção precoce. Para isso, foi realizada uma revisão bibliográfica em bases de dados como SciELO e PubMed, com buscas em junho de 2024.
Ensino didático para deficientes visuais na execução de software utilizando audiodescrição pelo movimento do mouse
Authors: Maciel Carlos Eduardo Martins , Oliveira Rinaldo Muniz de , Pereira Willians de Paula
Published: February 2025

O objetivo da pesquisa é verificar e sanar as maiores dificuldades dos deficientes visuais na área tecnológica, além de executar o software de forma didática proporcionando uma maior acessibilidade no mercado de trabalho e vida social, para os deficientes visuais. Tendo como metodologia, o usuário precisa ter instalado o leitor de tela NVDA que faz a integração com software desenvolvido através da audiodescrição pelo movimento do mouse.  Após análise detalhada, o NVDA foi selecionado devido à sua fácil acessibilidade e recursos integrados, incluindo efeitos sonoros, distribuição de código e funcionalidades relacionadas ao movimento do mouse. A etapa de testes envolveu a avaliação da eficácia da audiodescrição pelos usuários com deficiência visual, permitindo ajustes iterativos na interface e nos códigos. Além disso, foram conduzidos entrevistas e Ensino didático de utilização com pessoas deficientes visuais, como parte da pesquisa de campo para o desenvolvimento do software. Com a pesquisa abordada, foi possível verificar a compatibilidade e integração da interface com o leitor de tela NVDA, já que, o NVDA já é suportado e bem acessível no sistema operacional Windows.
Perspectiva de futuro de adolescentes do ensino médio: análise qualitativa
Authors: Costa Niamey Granhen Brandao da , Cruz Edson Júnior Silva da , Lopes Tiago Bessa , Pedroso Janaína Moreira , Pedroso Janari da Silva
Published: February 2025

Este estudo qualitativo transversal investigou as perspectivas de futuro de 20 adolescentes, com idades entre 15 e 17 anos, de uma escola pública federal. Foram realizadas entrevistas semiestruturadas, cujas respostas foram analisadas por meio do software Iramuteq, utilizando técnicas de nuvem de palavras e análise de similitude. Os resultados indicaram que “ENEM”, “estudar” e “universidade” emergiram como elementos centrais nos discursos, evidenciando a forte influência da pressão acadêmica na construção do futuro desses jovens. Diferenças de gênero foram identificadas: enquanto as meninas demonstraram maior preocupação com metas de curto prazo, como aprovação no vestibular, os meninos enfatizaram planos de longo prazo, incluindo carreira e estabilidade financeira. Além disso, observou-se uma relação entre a ansiedade e a necessidade de suporte emocional no processo de escolha profissional, assim como a influência de estereótipos de gênero nas expectativas em relação ao futuro. Os achados sugerem a necessidade de políticas educacionais que integrem orientação vocacional, suporte psicológico e equidade de gênero, de modo a favorecer escolhas autônomas e equilibrar as exigências acadêmicas com o bem-estar emocional dos adolescentes.
BETWEEN STRENGTHENING THE PENAL SYSTEM OR ACTIVATING THE PREVENTIVE SYSTEM IN ALGERIAN LEGISLATION
Authors: Chenine Sana , Mekkaoui Naima
Published: February 2025

Objectives: The penal system in most criminal legislations plays a significant and prominent role in combating the phenomenon of recidivism, especially since the primary function of punishment is to achieve both general and specific deterrence. This explains the Algerian legislator’s choice of the most severe penalties.
 
Methods: In its amendment of the Penal Code under Law 22/06, Algeria adopted a penal policy aimed at combating felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions of varying severity while implementing individualized sentencing that considers the gravity of both the previous crime and the crime committed after the final judgment.
 
Results: The implementation of individualized sentencing, along with the severity of penalties, plays a crucial role in addressing recidivism. However, the role of the preventive system in reducing recidivism cannot be overlooked.
 
Conclusion: Reducing recidivism is achieved through the application of penal treatment methods, the adoption of alternative penalties, and the activation of post-sentence care, which will be addressed in this research paper.
OptiMediaAI :Transforming Customer Support with AI-Driven Video Innovation
Authors: Prakash Divya
Published: February 2025

In a world where customer satisfaction is paramount, this paper introduces an innovative breakthrough that revolutionizes customer support experiences. The AI-Powered Video Customer Care Solution, VidAi, combines cutting-edge technologies to reshape customer interactions. Effective communication and problem-solving are crucial for maintaining client happiness in the modern customer care environment. This model pioneers a new era of engagement by seamlessly integrating AI, machine learning, video communication, and gesture recognition.
 
The solution unlocks aspects of customized engagement, deep understanding, and suggestive exchanges. Natural language processing enables language manipulation, while emotion analytics provides a deeper understanding of customer emotions, radically transforming how companies understand and respond to consumer needs and feelings. By leveraging the power of NLP and sentiment analysis, organizations can gain insights into customer psychology and deliver tailored experiences, fostering long-lasting relationships and reducing customer churn. This innovative approach helps companies identify and address the hidden desires and concerns of their customers, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
 
Furthermore, the integration of facial recognition, text-to-speech, and speech-to-text technologies bridges communication gaps, ensuring inclusivity for all users. Additionally, an LSTM-based chatbot utilizes AI's capabilities to capture intricate product details, providing customers with accurate and swift responses. The goal of this research is to anchor this technological symphony in an AI support agent available round-the-clock to guide, assist, and enhance customer experiences, thereby supporting businesses and contributing to the country's GDP growth.
Micotoxinas en la cadena alimenticia y su impacto en la salud
Authors: Vallejo-López Alida Bella , Flores-Murillo Carlos Rene , Moran-Mosquera Dennis
Published: February 2025

Las micotoxinas son agentes contaminantes, presentes en todos los niveles de la cadena de alimentos, se generan desde su producción en el campo, en el su almacenamiento, durante su procesamiento, transporte o comercialización. Existen factores que influyen n el desarrollo de ellas, las micotoxinas tienen una gran variedad de tipos que afectan de diversas formas los órganos y la funcionalidad de los seres vivos. La ingesta de estos alimentos contaminados afectan la salud de las personas a nivel mundial y constituyen una problemática que debe ser analizada para prevenir la generación de enfermedades y problemas de salud. El objetivo del presente artículo es analizar la presencia de las micotoxinas en los alimentos, a través de la revisión de información científica para reconocer los riesgos de su consumo y la generación de enfermedades.Material y Método: Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica de artículos de fuentes como PubMed, Google Académico, Scielo, Redalyc y autores especializados entre otros, se obtuvieron 33 artículos de los cuales se consideraron 25 para realizar este artículo. Conclusión: Considerando la información analizada, se debe tomar medidas para alertar a la población, del potencial riesgo que significa consumir alimentos contaminados con micotoxinas ya que podrían generar enfermedades, alteraciones y complicaciones en la salud.