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Gender Inclusiveness and Female Representation on the Board of Directors of the Benefit Company Model: Evidence from Italy
Authors: Boffa Danilo , Prencipe Antonio , D’Amico Luciano , Corsi Christian
Published: March 2023

This study aims to analyse whether firms adopting the institutional and organizational model of a benefit company (BC) increase the appointment of women to their board of directors (BoD) by applying the theoretical models of reputation management and resource dependence theory. A sample of 354 Italian firms adopting the BC model and a control group of 600 firms over the period of 2009–2018 were analysed. A fractional regression probit model was used to analyse the effect of the institutional form of the BC on the presence of women on BoDs. The findings, generally robust regarding different econometric specifications dealing with potential endogeneity, confirmed that a firm’s adoption of the BC model positively affects the likelihood of the firm increasing the presence of women on its BoD. This evidence justifies the actions of those stakeholders in firms that are actively involved in corporate social responsibility (CSR) processes, seeking increased reputation and legitimacy by increasing the number of female directors in the firm. The study contributes new insights into the relationship between CSR and the appointment of women on BoDs in the new and emerging business context of hybrid organizational models. Additionally, the study advances our knowledge about the heterogeneous and reversed associations between the institutional model of the BC and the choice of specific corporate governance mechanisms in the form of the appointment of women on BoDs to increase the reputation and legitimacy of firms.
Generalized MGT Heat Transfer Model for an Electro-Thermal Microbeam Lying on a Viscous-Pasternak Foundation with a Laser Excitation Heat Source
Authors: Abouelregal Ahmed E. , Marin Marin , Askar Sameh S.
Published: March 2023

In this study, the effects of laser light on the heat transfer of a thin beam heated by an applied current and voltage are investigated. Laser heating pulses are simulated as endogenous heat sources with discrete temporal properties. The heat conduction equation is developed using the energy conservation equation and the modified Moore–Gibson–Thompson (MGT) heat flow vector. Thermal and structural analysis of Euler–Bernoulli microbeams is provided with the support of visco-Pasternak’s base with three parameters. Using the Laplace transform method, an approximation of an analytical solution is found for the field variables being examined. A comparison was made of the impacts of laser pulse length, the three foundation coefficients, and the thermal parameters on the responses to changes in measured thermophysical fields, such as deflection and temperature.
One-Dimensional Quaternion Fourier Transform with Application to Probability Theory
Authors: Ekasasmita Wahyuni , Bahri Mawardi , Bachtiar Nasrullah , Rahim Amran , Nur Muhammad
Published: March 2023

The Fourier transform occupies a central place in applied mathematics, statistics, computer sciences, and engineering. In this work, we introduce the one-dimensional quaternion Fourier transform, which is a generalization of the Fourier transform. We derive the conjugate symmetry of the one-dimensional quaternion Fourier transform for a real signal. We also collect other properties, such as the derivative and Parseval’s formula. We finally study the application of this transformation in probability theory.
The Complex Role of HBeAg and Its Precursors in the Pathway to Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Authors: Padarath Kiyasha , Deroubaix Aurélie , Kramvis Anna
Published: March 2023

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is one of the seven known human oncogenic viruses and has adapted to coexist with a single host for prolonged periods, requiring continuous manipulation of immunity and cell fate decisions. The persistence of HBV infection is associated with the pathogenesis of hepatocellular carcinoma, and various HBV proteins have been implicated in promoting this persistence. The precursor of hepatitis e antigen (HBeAg), is translated from the precore/core region and is post-translationally modified to yield HBeAg, which is secreted in the serum. HBeAg is a non-particulate protein of HBV and can act as both a tolerogen and an immunogen. HBeAg can protect hepatocytes from apoptosis by interfering with host signalling pathways and acting as a decoy to the immune response. By evading the immune response and interfering with apoptosis, HBeAg has the potential to contribute to the hepatocarcinogenic potential of HBV. In particular, this review summarises the various signalling pathways through which HBeAg and its precursors can promote hepatocarcinogenesis via the various hallmarks of cancer.
The Isolation and In Vitro Differentiation of Primary Fetal Baboon Tracheal Epithelial Cells for the Study of SARS-CoV-2 Host-Virus Interactions
Authors: Subramaniyan Bharathiraja , Gurung Sunam , Bodas Manish , Moore Andrew R. , Larabee Jason L. , Reuter Darlene , Georgescu Constantin , Wren Jonathan D. , Myers Dean A. , Papin James F. , Walters Matthew S.
Published: March 2023

The mucociliary airway epithelium lines the human airways and is the primary site of host-environmental interactions in the lung. Following virus infection, airway epithelial cells initiate an innate immune response to suppress virus replication. Therefore, defining the virus-host interactions of the mucociliary airway epithelium is critical for understanding the mechanisms that regulate virus infection, including Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Non-human primates (NHP) are closely related to humans and provide a model to study human disease. However, ethical considerations and high costs can restrict the use of in vivo NHP models. Therefore, there is a need to develop in vitro NHP models of human respiratory virus infection that would allow for rapidly characterizing virus tropism and the suitability of specific NHP species to model human infection. Using the olive baboon (Papio anubis), we have developed methodologies for the isolation, in vitro expansion, cryopreservation, and mucociliary differentiation of primary fetal baboon tracheal epithelial cells (FBTECs). Furthermore, we demonstrate that in vitro differentiated FBTECs are permissive to SARS-CoV-2 infection and produce a potent host innate-immune response. In summary, we have developed an in vitro NHP model that provides a platform for the study of SARS-CoV-2 infection and other human respiratory viruses.
COVID-19 and Respiratory Virus Co-Infections: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Authors: Maltezou Helena C. , Papanikolopoulou Amalia , Vassiliu Sofia , Theodoridou Kalliopi , Nikolopoulou Georgia , Sipsas Nikolaos V.
Published: March 2023

Τhe COVID-19 pandemic highly impacted the circulation, seasonality, and morbidity burden of several respiratory viruses. We reviewed published cases of SARS-CoV-2 and respiratory virus co-infections as of 12 April 2022. SARS-CoV-2 and influenza co-infections were reported almost exclusively during the first pandemic wave. It is possible that the overall incidence of SARS-CoV-2 co-infections is higher because of the paucity of co-testing for respiratory viruses during the first pandemic waves when mild cases might have been missed. Animal models indicate severe lung pathology and high fatality; nevertheless, the available literature is largely inconclusive regarding the clinical course and prognosis of co-infected patients. Animal models also indicate the importance of considering the sequence timing of each respiratory virus infection; however, there is no such information in reported human cases. Given the differences between 2020 and 2023 in terms of epidemiology and availability of vaccines and specific treatment against COVID-19, it is rational not to extrapolate these early findings to present times. It is expected that the characteristics of SARS-CoV-2 and respiratory virus co-infections will evolve in the upcoming seasons. Multiplex real-time PCR-based assays have been developed in the past two years and should be used to increase diagnostic and infection control capacity, and also for surveillance purposes. Given that COVID-19 and influenza share the same high-risk groups, it is essential that the latter get vaccinated against both viruses. Further studies are needed to elucidate how SARS-CoV-2 and respiratory virus co-infections will be shaped in the upcoming years, in terms of impact and prognosis.
A Novel Linear B-Cell Epitope on the P54 Protein of African Swine Fever Virus Identified Using Monoclonal Antibodies
Authors: Zheng Nannan , Li Chao , Hou Haoyu , Chen Yinlong , Zhang Angke , Han Shichong , Wan Bo , Wu Yanan , He Hua , Wang Na , Du Yongkun
Published: March 2023

The African swine fever virus (ASFV) is a highly infectious viral pathogen that presents a major threat to the global pig industry. No effective vaccine is available for the virus. The p54 protein, a major structural component of ASFV, is involved in virus adsorption and entry to target cells and also plays a key role in ASFV vaccine development and disease prevention. Here, we generated species-specific monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), namely 7G10A7F7, 6E8G8E1, 6C3A6D12, and 8D10C12C8 (subtype IgG1/kappa type), against the ASFV p54 protein and characterized the specificity of these mAbs. Peptide scanning techniques were used to determine the epitopes that are recognized by the mAbs, which defined a new B-cell epitope, TMSAIENLR. Amino acid sequence comparison showed that this epitope is conserved among all reference ASFV strains from different regions of China, including the widely prevalent, highly pathogenic strain Georgia 2007/1 (NC_044959.2). This study reveals important signposts for the design and development of ASFV vaccines and also provides critical information for the functional studies of the p54 protein via deletion analysis.
Myocarditis and Pericarditis following COVID-19 Vaccination in Thailand
Authors: Mahasing Chayanit , Doungngern Pawinee , Jaipong Rittichai , Nonmuti Poonyaporn , Chimmanee Jirapa , Wongsawat Jurai , Boonyasirinant Thananya , Wanlapakorn Chaisiri , Leelapatana Pattranee , Yingchoncharoen Teerapat , Ngarmukos Tachapong , Chokephaibulkit Kulkanya , Srimahachota Suphot
Published: March 2023

Background: Myocarditis and pericarditis cases following Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination were reported worldwide. In Thailand, COVID-19 vaccines were approved for emergency use. Adverse event following immunization (AEFI) surveillance has been strengthened to ensure the safety of the vaccines. This study aimed to describe the characteristics of myocarditis and pericarditis, and identify the factors associated with myocarditis and pericarditis following COVID-19 vaccination in Thailand. Method: We carried out a descriptive study of reports of myocarditis and pericarditis to Thailand’s National AEFI Program (AEFI-DDC) between 1 March and 31 December 2021. An unpaired case–control study was conducted to determine the factors associated with myocarditis and pericarditis after the CoronaVac, ChAdOx1-nCoV, BBIBP-CorV, BNT162b2, and mRNA-1273 vaccines. The cases consisted of COVID-19 vaccine recipients who met the definition of confirmed, probable, or suspected cases of myocarditis or pericarditis within 30 days of vaccination. The controls were people who underwent COVID-19 vaccination between 1 March and 31 December 2021, with no adverse reactions documented after vaccination. Results: Among the 31,125 events recorded in the AEFI-DDC after 104.63 million vaccinations, 204 cases of myocarditis and pericarditis were identified. The majority of them were male (69%). The median age was 15 years (interquartile range (IQR): 13–17). The incidence was highest following the BNT162b2 vaccination (0.97 cases per 100,000 doses administered). Ten deaths were reported in this study; no deaths were reported among children who received the mRNA vaccine. Compared with the age-specific incidence of myocarditis and pericarditis in Thailand before the introduction of the COVID-19 vaccination, the incidence of myocarditis and pericarditis after the BNT162b2 vaccine was greater in the 12–17 and 18–20 age groups in both males and females. It was higher after the second dose in 12- to 17-year-olds (2.68 cases per 100,000 doses administered) and highest after the second dose in male 12- to 17-year-olds (4.43 cases per 100,000 doses administered). Young age and a mRNA-based vaccination were associated with myocarditis and pericarditis following administration of the COVID-19 vaccine after multivariate analysis. Conclusions: Myocarditis and pericarditis following vaccination against COVID-19 were uncommon and mild, and were most likely to affect male adolescents. The COVID-19 vaccine offers the recipients enormous benefits. The balance between the risks and advantages of the vaccine and consistent monitoring of AEFI are essential for management of the disease and identification of AEFI.
Dripping Rainfall Simulators for Soil Research—Performance Review
Authors: Rončević Vukašin , Živanović Nikola , van Boxel John H. , Iserloh Thomas , Štrbac Snežana
Published: March 2023

Rainfall simulators represent often-used equipment for soil research. Depending on their performance, they could be appropriate for some soil research or not. The aim of this research is to provide insight into the capabilities of existing dripping rainfall simulators (DRS) to mimic natural rainfall and the frequency of simulated rainfalls of certain characteristics, facilitate the selection of rain simulators that would best meet the needs of soil research and to reach a step closer to the standardization of rainfall simulators. DRS performance was analyzed integrally, for simulators with more than one dripper (DRS>1) and with one dripper (DRS=1). A statistical analysis was performed for the performance of the DRS, wetted area, drop size, rainfall intensity, duration and kinetic energy. The analysis showed that DRS can provide rainfall that corresponds to natural rainfall, except in terms of the drop size distribution and wetted area. However, usually there are more factors that do not correspond to natural rainfall, such as the median drop size, volume and kinetic energy. Metal and plastic tubes (MT and PT) as the most present dripper types showed a strong relation between the outer diameter (OD) and drop size, while the inner diameter (ID) relation was moderate-to-weak. However, when increasing the range of MT drippers, for diameter size, the relation significance becomes very strong for bouts ID and OD. With the increase in the ID of PT, the relation deviates from the logarithmic curve that represents all drippers together. The sizes of the drops generated by the drippers are mostly in the range between 2 and 6 mm, while the number of drops smaller than 2 mm is relatively small. The intensity and duration of the simulated rain can be successfully produced to match natural values, with the most frequently simulated short-term rainfall of a high intensity. Most simulations were conducted at a fall height of up to 2 m, and then their number gradually decreases as the height gets closer to 5 m. Most simulations (58.6%) occur in the range between 20-90% KE, then 33.0% in a range of 90-100%, with only 8.4% lower than 20% KE.
Changes in Tidal and Barometric Response of Groundwater during Earthquakes—A Review with Recommendations for Better Management of Groundwater Resources
Authors: Wang Chi-Yuen , Manga Michael
Published: March 2023

The effects of earthquakes on groundwater and aquifer properties can be quantified and monitored using water-level changes produced by tides and barometric pressure. Tidal and barometric responses are particularly useful in evaluating the impacts of unexpected events, such as earthquakes, because the signals are continuously generated and recorded over large areas of the Earth’s surface. The techniques for the extraction of tidal and barometric signals from the water-level time series are described in many excellent papers, here, we focus on reviewing the hydrogeologic interpretations of, and earthquake impacts on, these responses. We review how hydrogeology and earthquakes impact the groundwater response to Earth tides, and changes in barometric pressure and barometric tides. Next, we review the current understanding of the mechanisms responsible for earthquake-induced changes in aquifer confinement and permeability. We conclude with a summary of open questions and topics for future research, notably the value in long-term monitoring and analysis of the earthquake response at multiple tidal and barometric frequencies.
Epidemiological and epizootological characteristics of ixodic tick — borne borreliosis in different natural zones of the Central Federal District of Russia
Authors:   FSBEI «Ryazan State Medical University named after I. P. Pavlov» of the Ministry of Health of Russia, Okunev N. D. , Zdolnik T. D. ,   FSBEI «Ryazan State Medical University named after I. P. Pavlov» of the Ministry of Health of Russia
Published: March 2023

Based on the study of the materials of the state reports of the Federal Service and territorial departments of Rospotrebnadzor (the Russian consumers’ supervisor) of the Russian Federation «About the condition of sanitary and epidemiological welfare of the population» within the period of 2011–2020, the results of the analysis of incidence indicators and epizootological monitoring of ixode tick-borne borreliosis (ITB) in two clusters of natural zones of the Central Federal District (CFD) of Russia are presented — northern (zones of taiga, mixed and broad-leaved forests) and southern (zones of forest-steppes and steppes). Over the last ten — year period, the average incidence rates of ITB in the Russian Federation and in the Central Federal District are statistically indistinguishable — 4.78 and 4.79 per 100 thousand of population. The incidence of ITB in Russia has a moderate downward trend (average increase tendency-aver.incr.T = –4.0 %), in the Central Federal District it is characterized by stable dynamics (aver.incr.T = –0.3 %).The incidence of ITB in the Central Federal District is statistically significantly correlated with the proportion of people bitten by ticks (341.5 per 100 thousand people, Rh/y = 0.6). The incidence rate and the proportion of people bitten by ticks are characterized by higher values in the northern cluster of the Central Federal District (5.5 and 394.6 per 100 thousand people. respectively). In the southern cluster, they are 3.6 and 281.8 per 100 thousand people. respectively). There is a statistically significant correlation between these indicators in the northern cluster, as well as in the Central Federal District (Rh/y = 0.7). The tick infection rate in the Central Federal District has been 16.1 %, in the northern cluster — 14.4 %, in the southern — 17.8 %. There is no correlation between these indicators and the corresponding levels of incidence.
The right of an employee to working conditions correspond to safety and hygiene requirements: a demographic aspect
Authors:   Department of Civil Procedure and International Law of the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education ", Sokolenko N.N. ,   Kuban State University"
Published: March 2023

The current demographic situation in the Russian Federation is to a certain extent determined by socio-economic processes, and therefore priority in demographic policy should be given to reducing the mortality rate of the working-age population, including through the creation of safe working conditions. However, according to the author the gaps and shortcomings in the legal regulation of labor protection, not a solution to problematic tasks.
The role of trade unions in the adoption of local regulations at the present stage
Authors:   Magadan regional organization of the Trade Union of Healthcare workers of the Russian Federation, Magadan, Naumova N.E.
Published: March 2023

The employer makes decisions within its competence, in a number of cases provided for by the Labor Code of the Russian Federation, the employer is obliged to take into account the opinion of the trade union. The article is devoted to the participation of trade unions in the creation and adoption of local regulations. The stages of the procedure for the union’s participation in the creation and adoption of a local regulatory act are indicated. Based on the provisions of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation, a list of cases is presented when a reasoned opinion of the trade union is required. Some problems in the practical aspect are indicated and ways to solve them are proposed.
Specifics of labor regulation of transport workers
Authors:   Department of Jurisprudence, Irkutsk State Technical University, Krasnoyarova E.V.
Published: March 2023

The article analyzes the legal basis for regulating the work of transport workers, certain special norms. Chapter 51 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation “Features of the Regulation of Labor of Transport Workers” contains special rules common to all transport workers on hiring, working time and rest time, as well as labor discipline. The analysis of legislation and law enforcement practice allows us to conclude that it is necessary to improve the labor legislation of transport workers, and, in particular, to include universal, applicable to employees of all types of transport, the most significant, specific norms in the Labor Code of the Russian Federation.
Improvement of cost calculation of seed grass products
Authors:   Udmurt State Agrarian University, Izhevsk, Russia, Alborov R. A. , Alborov G. R. ,   Udmurt State Agrarian University, Izhevsk, Russia, Kozmenkova S. V. ,   National Research Nizhny Novgorod State University. N. I. Lobachevsky, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Dzhikiya M. K. ,   Russian State Agrarian University — MSHA named after K. A. Timiryazeva, Moscow, Russia
Published: March 2023

The cost price is one of the main qualitative indicators for evaluating the efficiency of production. Therefore, a scientifically based calculation of the cost of seeded grass production is of great practical importance for agricultural organizations. In this regard, the article provides a critical assessment of the current method for calculating the cost of production of sown annual and perennial grasses. Three new methods for calculating the cost of production of annual and perennial grasses have been developed, from which any agricultural organization can choose one option for practical use.
The Influence of Mobile Banking Easiness and Flash Sale towards Impulse Buying on Shopee Users in Bandung
Authors:   Management Departement, Faculty of Economic and Business Universitas Komputer Indonesia, Susilawati Erna
Published: March 2023

Nowadays, the users of market place increase significantly since information and technology have been developed, especially the internet and high-tech devices that make shopping easier. This research aims to find the influence of Mobile Banking Easiness and Flash Sale towards Impulse Buying on Shoppee as one of the marketplaces that have many users in Indonesia, especially in Bandung. The methods used in this research are descriptive and quantitative. There are 200 respondents as the sample, using random sampling technic. Multiple regression is applied in this research to find the correlation between variables. The result of the research there is a positive correlation and significant between Mobile banking Easiness and Impulse Buying. as well as Flash sale has a positive correlation and significant towards impulse buying. While simultaneity Mobile Banking Easiness and Flash sale have positive correlation and significant towards impulse buying
Analysis of the Effect of Total Asset Turnover (TATO), Cost of Goods Sold (CGS), and Net Working Capital (NWC) on Net Profit Margin (NPM) in Food and Beverage Sub-Sector Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange 2016-2018
Authors:   Department of Accounting, STIE DR. KHEZ Muttaqien, Purwakarta, Indonesia, Hadi Y , Sukmawati M ,   Department of Accounting, STIE DR. KHEZ Muttaqien, Purwakarta, Indonesia, Sinaga V E H ,   Department of Accounting, STIE DR. KHEZ Muttaqien, Purwakarta, Indonesia, Sofhia B ,   Department of Accounting, STIE DR. KHEZ Muttaqien, Purwakarta, Indonesia
Published: March 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of Total Asset Turnover (TATO), Cost of Goods Sold (CGS) and Net Working Capital (NWC) on Net Profit Margin (NPM). The population in this study are food and beverage sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The sampling technique in this study used purposive sampling and obtained 14 samples of companies that were used as criteria for food and beverage sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during 2016-2018. Testing the hypothesis of this study using quantitative descriptive methods and panel data regression analysis using the eviews 10 for windows operating system. The results in this study indicate that the independent variable total asset turnover has no effect on the net profit margin, the cost of production has an effect on the net profit margin and net working capital has an effect on the net profit margin. simultaneously the independent variables total asset turnover, cost of production and net working capital have a significant effect on the net profit margin
DETEKSI DAN PREDIKSI PENYAKIT DIABETES MELITUS TIPE 2 MENGGUNAKAN MACHINE LEARNING (SCOOPING REVIEW)
Authors: Ginting Johannes , Ginting Rapael , Hartono Hartono
Published: March 2023

Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic disease and one of the non-communicable diseases whose growth is very fast. This study aims to explore and analyze the early detection and prediction system of risk factors for type 2 diabetes mellitus which utilizes machine learning methods. This type of research is a scoping review to accumulate and synthesize the results of previous studies on the early detection of risk factors and the prediction system of Diabetes Mellitus type 2 using machine learning methods. The inclusion criteria are articles in English or Indonesian, journals published in the 2017-2021 range, full text, and not systematic reviews. Article searches are 4 databases, namely Google Scholar, Pubmed, International Journal of Public Health Science/Hindawi, and IEEE Xplore.  The results obtained as many as 2,941 articles, using the PRISMA method. The remaining 15 studies were maintained and met the criteria for qualitative analysis. The articles used machine learning methods in the creation of early detection models and prediction systems. Some articles use the merging of two methods (statistical and machine learning). The machine learning techniques mostly use supervised, unsupervised, and deep learning techniques. For the algorithms used, the majority of researchers used more than one algorithm such as algorithm support vector machine (SVM), random forest (RF), Decision Tree (DT), LASSO, and others, to compare the best accuracy of each algorithm. Risk factors associated with Diabetes Mellitus type 2 incidence are age, gender, obesity, family history of the disease, lack of physical activity, genetics, environment, smoking, blood pressure, and diet.
La emoción como base de la racionalidad práctica
Authors: Alba Pompeya Elvira García
Published: March 2023

A partir de la revisión de algunos estudios clásicos realizados en pacientes con cerebro lesionado, se analizan desde la neurobiología y la filosofía, las razones para sostener que las emociones contribuyen a la toma de mejores decisiones para la vida humana práctica. La circuitería neuronal humana produce sinapsis, en parte especificada por lo genes y otras, son reflejo de la historia individual y circunstancias de tal organismo. La amígdala, el hipotálamo y el tallo cerebral son parte del sistema límbico, relacionado con la emoción, producen sustancias que contribuyen de manera inconsciente a tomar decisiones para sobrevivir. Aristóteles distinguía razón teórica de razón práctica. La primera es abstracta, cognitiva, especula, plantea posibilidades, lo cual requiere tiempo; la segunda, la razón práctica, tiene que ver con el saber hacer, con el área afectiva y moral de la acción. Las emociones ganan tiempo, crean una representación fugaz, y dan un atisbo de lo que sucede en nuestra carne como indica Damasio. Esto resulta de gran interés para la filosofía y para las ciencias humanas. En línea con investigaciones cerebrales efectuadas con pacientes, concluimos que Pascal tenía razón: “el corazón tiene razones que la razón ignora”.
Os desafios enfrentados pelas famílias no tratamento de usuários com sofrimento psíquico em um centro de atenção psicossocial
Authors: Damasceno Conceição Barbosa , Ribeiro Herta Maria Castelo Branco , Santos Jussara Resende Costa
Published: March 2023

A presente pesquisa tem como objetivo conhecer desafios enfrentados pela família na garantia do tratamento do familiar com transtorno mental. A pesquisa é de caráter qualitativo, com suporte bibliográfico e desenvolvimento de pesquisa de campo em um Centro de Atenção Psicossocial. Por meio de entrevistas semiestruturadas, os informantes foram familiares de usuários com transtornos mentais. Contextualizamos alguns dados a respeito do tratamento que foi dado a loucura, inserindo o processo histórico da loucura no decorrer dos séculos e até os dias atuais, ressaltando as contribuições da chamada reforma psiquiátrica que ainda está em curso.
Organização de portfólio para aprendizagem em zoologia: evidenciando um diário reflexivo
Authors: De Souza Marciele Fernandes , Aciole Douglas de Souza Braga , Santos Roberto Lima , Araújo-de-Almeida Elineí
Published: March 2023

O presente trabalho tem como objetivo explicitar os caminhos percorridos em uma experiência com o uso do portfólio de aprendizagem, registrando elementos de um diário reflexivo, na apreensão de conteúdos sobre invertebrados. As atividades desenvolvidas ao longo de uma unidade de ensino sobre zoologia envolveram: leituras informativas, resolução de questionários, construção de resumos, resenhas, mapas conceituais e mentais, relatórios de aulas práticas, reflexões e sistematização de ideias, os quais foram organizados, contemplando textos descritivos e aspectos artísticos. Ao concluir o produto final (Portfólio), novos planejamentos foram efetuados para construção de um relato de experiência, escrito colaborativamente. Sendo uma atividade para além da sala de aula, fomentaram-se mais aprendizagens acadêmicas. Desta forma, o uso do portfólio, ao receber perspectivas de empoderamento para os estudantes, torna-se um método de aprendizagem eficiente para emancipação e democratização do ensino.
Acessibilidade curricular: práticas pedagógicas inclusivas de alunos do programa tutoria
Authors: Araújo Guilherme da Silva , Rebelo Alexsandro Ricardo Moreira , Silva Celma Rocha , Dos Santos Lúcia C. Gomes
Published: March 2023

A presente pesquisa apresenta a experiência pedagógica de dois tutores do programa de Tutoria Pedagógica e ex-bolsistas apoiadores do Núcleo de Acessibilidade e Inclusão Acadêmica - NAIA. Tem como objetivo compreender como a prática pedagógica tem impactado na melhoria da acessibilidade curricular de um aluno com baixa visão e outro com Transtorno do Espectro Autismo – TEA, ambos discentes matriculados em cursos de graduação da Universidade Federal do Sul e Sudeste do Pará - Unifesspa, município de Marabá/PA. O presente trabalho de abordagem qualitativa, teve como instrumentos a pesquisa bibliográfica sobre inclusão e acessibilidade para alunos com deficiência, entrevistas com alunos tutorados e observação participante, na busca de compreender as contribuições do programa tutoria através da prática pedagógica dos alunos tutores que tiveram acompanhamento e formação por meio do departamento de Atendimento Educacional Especializado - AEE e da coordenadora do programa Tutoria Pedagógica do NAIA. Compartilhar o resultado dessa experiência, referente as práticas pedagógicas dos alunos tutores contribuem para novos conhecimentos como também suscitar outras temáticas de pesquisa na área de inclusão. Consideramos que a tutoria é uma prática necessária e importante, desde que os alunos tutores sejam do mesmo curso, ou seja, da mesma área de conhecimento do tutorado, podendo assim contribuir melhor para a acessibilidade curricular do curso considerando suas necessidades específicas e possibilitando a inclusão de alunos com deficiência no ensino superior, como também ampliar os conhecimentos dos alunos tutores, tendo em vista que a constituição do diálogo tutor-tutorado sobre o conteúdo, acessibilidade e metodologia é uma estratégia importante para a contribuição da acessibilidade curricular no âmbito do Núcleo de Acessibilidade e Inclusão Acadêmica da Unifesspa e na potencialização do aprendizado do aluno tutor.
Magnetic Bead Manipulation in Microfluidic Chips for Biological Application
Authors: Cai Gaozhe , Yang Zixin , Chen Yu-Cheng , Huang Yaru , Liang Lijuan , Feng Shilun , Zhao Jianlong
Published: March 2023

Magnetic beads manipulation in microfluidic chips is a promising research field for biological application, especially in the detection of biological targets. In this review, we intend to present a thorough and in-depth overview of recent magnetic beads manipulation in microfluidic chips and its biological application. First, we introduce the mechanism of magnetic manipulation in microfluidic chip, including force analysis, particle properties, and surface modification. Then, we compare some existing methods of magnetic manipulation in microfluidic chip and list their biological application. Besides, the suggestions and outlook for future developments in the magnetic manipulation system are also discussed and summarized.
Classification of Salt Marsh Vegetation in the Yangtze River Delta of China Using the Pixel-Level Time-Series and XGBoost Algorithm
Authors: Zheng Jiahao , Sun Chao , Zhao Saishuai , Hu Ming , Zhang Shu , Li Jialin
Published: March 2023

Salt marshes are one of the world's most valuable and vulnerable ecosystems. The accurate and timely monitoring of the distribution and composition of salt marsh vegetation is crucial. With the increasing number of archived multi-source images, the time-series remote sensing approach could play an important role in monitoring coastal environments. However, effective construction and application of the time series over coastal areas remains challenging because satellite observations are severely affected by cloud weather. Here, we constructed a pixel-level time series by intercalibrating the Landsat images from different sensors. Based on the time series, the XGBoost algorithm was introduced for salt marsh vegetation classification. The feasibility and stability for the classification using the pixel-level time-series and XGBoost algorithm (PTSXGB) were evaluated. Five types of salt marsh vegetation from the 3 sites in the Yangtze River Delta, China, were classified. The results demonstrated that (a) the intercalibration for the Landsat images from different sensors is necessary for increasing the number of available observations and reducing the differences among spectral reflectances. (b) The salt marsh vegetation classification using PTSXGB achieved a favorable performance, with an overall accuracy of 81.37 ± 2.66%. The classification was especially excellent for the widespread
Spartina alterniflora
and
Scirpus mariqueter
. (c) Compared with the classifications using single images, the classifications using PTSXGB were more stable for different periods, with the mean absolute difference in the overall accuracy less than 3.90%. Therefore, PTSXGB is expected to monitor salt marsh vegetation's long-term dynamics, facilitating effective ecological conservation for the coastal areas.
A Web-Based Application for Exploring Potential Changes in Design Peak Flow of US Urban Areas Driven by Land Cover Change
Authors: Khand Kul , Senay Gabriel B.
Published: March 2023

Floods have become increasingly prominent in recent decades causing devastating effects on lives and livelihoods worldwide. Efficient tools to assess the drivers of floods, such as increasing urbanization, could help to minimize flood hazards. Urbanization increases the design peak flow (maximum potential surface water flow from a precipitation event with an average probability of occurring once in a specific recurrence interval), which is a key information needed for designing stormwater management infrastructures such as culverts and storm sewers. A web-based application was developed to explore the potential changes (1985 to 2020) in design peak flow of urban areas across the conterminous United States driven by land cover change. The results indicate a potential increase in design peak flow in urban areas up to 126.6% in 2020 compared to 1985. Of the total 3,535 study urban areas, about 80% (2,840) urban areas increased design peak flow, and about 19% (654) decreased design peak flow. A general pattern of increasing design peak flow was observed during 1985 to 2010, and decreasing pattern was observed during 2010 to 2020, primarily driven by respective increasing (decreasing) and decreasing (increasing) developed areas (croplands). The application provides crucial information by visualizing both spatial and temporal data that could be useful for decision-makers in developing and improving urban stormwater management plans and policies for efficient resource allocations and reducing flood risks.
On the New Initiative for Responsible Space Behaviors Proposed by United Kingdom, United States, and Other States
Authors: Wang Guoyu , Chen Junzhe
Published: March 2023

In December 2020, the Draft Resolution on
Reducing Space Threats through Norms, Rules and Principles of Responsible Behaviours
proposed by the United Kingdom, United States, and other States was adopted at the UN General Assembly (hereafter referred to as the “New Initiative for Responsible Space Behaviours”). Nevertheless, it does not mean that the international community would achieve the expected breakthroughs and progress on the topic of preventing an arms race in outer space. The methodology of “identifying threats - characterising behaviors (responsible/irresponsible) - formulating rules” proposed by the Initiative seems reasonable; however, it might bring more unexpected uncertainties than it is supposed to do. This approach could also be found in the Defense Space Strategy promulgated by the United States in 2020. The pros and cons of this Initiative should be calmly and objectively analyzed to avoid a political deadlock in formulating rules of behaviors. It should insist on identifying the threats and risks faced by the international community as a whole rather than that by individual States and interest groups, and reexamine the dichotomy of “responsible/irresponsible behaviors,” focus on the identification and interpretation of rule of international law related to space security so as to reach a consensus on the insufficiency of
lex lata
and subsequently lay the foundation for the formulation of effective new rules for arms control in outer space.
The Healthcare of the Final Frontier—Comprehensive Epidemiological Approach to the Future of Human Space Exploration and Travel
Authors: Braverman Ariel
Published: March 2023

Today, the discussion about colonizing different planets has shifted from the “IF” mode to the “WHEN” mode, and the substantially large group of humans living for a long time in an isolated, hostile, and enclosed environment is about to become a reality. Thus, the space-related healthcare methodologies should shift as well from a small number of selected persons to much more extensive groups with much less health homogeneity. Moreover, the development of human colonies, first on the Moon and later on Mars, will be a game changer in all that we know and use to see in space travel and eventually in space health. Humans will leave Earth but will carry human society’s health patterns, adjusted to the environment. The foundation for space epidemiology modeling can be set today and should attract the attention of the epidemiological and space research communities.
Team Barriers to Tacit Knowledge Sharing in Software Development Project Teams
Authors: Mtsweni Emmanuel , Gorejena Koga
Published: March 2023

Software Development Projects (SDPs) are being conducted at a rapid rate in response to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), even though SDPs are associated with very high failure rates. Their failure rate of SDPs has been declared as an International Crisis. SDPs are knowledge intensive in nature, whereby knowledge is essential when performing socio-technical tasks within SDPs. One of the reasons for the failure of SDPs is limited sharing of tacit knowledge within SDP teams. Limited tacit knowledge sharing within SDP teams results in the teams not being in position to perform their socio-technical tasks to the required standards which leads to success of SDPs. The main purpose of this research study was to identify the team-oriented barriers that limit the sharing of tacit knowledge within SDP teams. The researchers conducted a qualitative study and relied on qualitative data to achieve the objectives of the study. The qualitative data were collected through interviews and thematic data analysis was conducted to generate the results. A total of seven team-oriented barriers were identified includes team-culture, team-orientation, team-dispersion, team-cohesion, team-characteristics, trust, and communication. These issues are related to each other and influence one another in a positive way. These barriers stem from the entire SDP team, which is responsible for ensuring the success of SDPs.
Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Kandungan Fe dan Zn pada Beras dari Kultivar Padi Ladang di Kabupaten Timor Tengah Utara
Authors: Gumelar Asep Ikhsan , Prima R. Makin Florian Mayesti , Bria Deseriana
Published: March 2023

Field rice (paddy field) is one of the important crops/commodities and is an integral part of the dry land farming system in North Central Timor district. The content of rice is to meet the needs of carbohydrates in the body. The materials used are harvested grain from the local North Central Timor rice cultivar which has been carried out for the 2022 planting season. A total of 6 field rice in North Central Timor district were to be tested for Fe and Zn content. Grain samples were taken from crops grown in the same season and location, namely in the dry season of 2022. This study aims to identify local Timorese rice varieties that have high and stable Fe and Zn contents. The study was conducted in the Field Laboratory of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Timor with a non-factorial Randomized Block Design consisting of 6 cultivar treatments V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 and V6 and the XRF Laboratory, BB Padi Sukamandi. Test the content of Fe and Zn using an XRF machine with an x-ray based performance system. A total of 6 types of field rice were tested for the content of Fe and Zn in brown and polished rice and repeated in duplicate. The content of Fe and Zn is expressed in units of ppm. Data processing was carried out using Excel and SAS 9 software. The results showed that there were differences in the growth and production components between the local Timor and East Timor upland rice cultivars. Cultivars with cultivar V2 (muit fua naek) productivity as seen from the t/ha yield of 3.20 tons per ha were significantly higher than the other cultivars. The results of the analysis of Fe and Zn content showed that cultivar V6 (Aen Mael) had the highest Fe content of 15.1 among the other cultivars, and the lowest was cultivar V4 (Aen Ek ELo) which had an Fe content of 13.0. The highest Zn content was in cultivar V5 (Aen Muit Fua Ana) with a Zn content of 27.9 while the lowest was in cultivar V2 (Muit Fua Naek) with a Zn content of 20.4.
Perbandingan Produksi Panen Pupuk Organik dan Anorganik dan Dampaknya bagi Kesehatan Lingkungan
Authors: Yaser Muhtiara , Sanjaya Yayan , Rohmayanti Yanti , Sarfudin Win Heri
Published: March 2023

Indonesia is an agricultural country. The majority of the population work as farmers. The use of anorganic fertilizers and pesticides is excellent because the results are instant and easy to use but have a negative impact on the environment. This study aims to compare the production of red hot chili (Capsicum annum L.) with the use of organic fertilizers and anorganic fertilizers using Randomized Block Ddesign (RBD) method. The data obtained was analyzed using statistics with the ANOVA test and Least Significant Difference (LSD) test. The results of statistical tests indicated that there was no significant difference in the use of optimal inorganic fertilizer (25%) with Biosoltamax brand organic fertilizer for red hot chili production. Inorganic fertilizers have an impact on environmental health. anorganic fertilizers produce residues that are harmful to biota and the environment. Inorganic fertilizers are inversely proportional to the use of organic fertilizers which do not leave residues in the environment and do not have a negative impact on environmental health.
Color in Perrault’s Fairy Tales: Focusing on Little Red Riding Hood and Blue Beard
Authors:   The Institute of Humanities at Soonchunhyang University, Kim Kyunghwa , Ko Bongmann
Published: March 2023

This essay explores the symbolic meaning of red and blue of Little Red Riding Hood and Blue Beard written by C. Perrault in analytical psychology. The heroines who face psychological difficulties subvert their fear, discovering animus to the journey to individuation. This approach would outweigh the existing interpretation of the female protagonists as victims of male power. Red and blue of two works have mainly interpreted from a negative perspective by critics because they believed Parrault contributed to strengthen the patriarchal vision. Laying the groundwork for reinterpreting the female protagonists from the point of view of C. Jung's analytical psychology, I will explore how ‘Red’ in Little Red Riding Hood and ‘Blue’ in Blue Beard correlate with creative animus and destructive one in the work respectively.
Problems of Electronic Evaluation in Jordanian Universities during the Corona Pandemic from the Teachers’ Point of View
Authors: Abu Mazer Maha , Abood Harith
Published: March 2023

Objectives: This study aimed to reveal the problems of electronic evaluation in Jordanian universities during the Corona pandemic from the point of view of their faculty members. The study also contributes to enriching Arabic research on the subject of the electronic calendar. It is expected that the decision-makers in the Ministry of higher education and Jordanian universities will benefit from the development of evaluation mechanisms in them.

Methods: The researchers adopted the descriptive approach. The study sample consisted of 181 faculty members randomly selected from among 2500 faculty members from the University of Jordan and the Arab Open University for the academic year 2020/2021. A questionnaire was constructed and distributed to the study sample electronically.

Results: The study revealed that the electronic evaluation problems faced by the teachers during the Corona pandemic were different, and that there were statistically significant differences in technical problems due to the university (Jordan / Arab Open University). It showed that females suffered more than their male colleagues in facing the technical problems, and that the teachers with experience of 10 years or more suffered less than those with less experience.

Conclusions: The researchers submitted 19 proposals to address the problems they faced in preparing, evaluating and managing tests during the pandemic