bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Penataan Peraturan Desa dalam Sistem Peraturan Perundang-undangan
Authors: Sirajuddin Sirajuddin , Fatkhurohman Fatkhurohman
Published: August 2024

Villages have actually been existing before the Republic of Indonesia
was established, but in the journey of this Republic of Indonesia, they are
often intentionally designed by the law-forming state elite. One of the main
causes for the presence of the various portraits of the marginalization is
the absence of respect, protection and the fulfillment of village community
autonomy in our Constitution that has been amended 4 (four) times. This
directly implies on the  obscurity of the existence and position of village
regulation and legal products  in executing village authority and autonomy.
The present research is aimed at (1) explaining the existence and position
of village regulation in various legal products arranging the hierarchy of
regulations; (2) finding a design of the setting of existence and position
of village regulation in the hierarchy of the regulations based on the
recognition and subsidiary principles in the village community autonomy. A
normative juridical  with an analytic descriptive specification based on the
legal history and statutory approach.   The result shows that  the existence
of village regulations will be recognized and they will possess a binding
power if they are  formed on the basis of the instruction of the higher
regulation or authority. The village regulations, however, are made to
reinforce and guard the subsidiarity and recognition principles-based
village autonomy.   In order to arrange the existence and the position of
village regulations in the system of regulation, further changes of the
Constitution have to accommodate the arrangement of village community
autonomy. The existence and position of village regulatios should be
strengthened in the statutory system in order to guard and reinforce 
village autonomy so that villages  become autonomous and may maintain their
local wisdom, economic and ecological sustainability, and their local 
wisdom-based economic growth.
Classification Of Mediators In The Practice Of Penal Mediation With A Restorative Justice Approach After A Traffic Accident
Authors: Arifin Zainal , Fimaulidina Noor Rizqiya
Published: August 2024

Traffic accidents are a disturbing problem for road users, can cause material and immaterial losses, and are one of the criminal cases that can be resolved through mediation. Penal mediation is a way of handling criminal case disputes involving victims and perpetrators, as well as third parties, namely mediators, without eliminating the principles of restorative justice. The research objective in this article is to examine how mediators are classified based on their role in post-accident criminal mediation mechanisms and examine the juridical basis for implementing criminal mediation in handling traffic disputes. This article uses a juridical-normative research method with a statutory and conceptual approach. The results of this study are, first, that the principle of restorative justice contained in penal mediation has been carried out by the police using the right of discretion contained in the Letter of the Chief of Police Number Pol: B/3022/XII/2009/SDEOPS dated 12/14/2009 concerning handling cases through alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Second, there is no explicit regulation governing penal mediation, but implicitly it has been regulated in Article 1, Number 7, of Law No. 11 of 2012 concerning Juvenile Justice, which is better known as diversion.
Perception of Animal Welfare and Animal Abuse among Veterinary Students: Role of Individual and Sociodemographic Factors
Authors: Henríquez-Hernández Luis Alberto , Estévez-Pérez Laura , Luzardo Octavio P. , Zumbado Manuel
Published: August 2024

Animal welfare and animal abuse, although measurable, exhibit a high degree of subjectivity that conditions how they are perceived and the level of sensitivity. Both elements are influenced by individual and sociodemographic factors. To determine the perception of animal welfare among veterinary students and to study the main sociodemographic factors influencing the assessment of animal welfare. To evaluate animal welfare perception at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, a 20-question survey was deployed via the Google Surveys platform. Distributed across all academic years, it was facilitated with QR codes located within the faculty premises. The data collection occurred from November 1, 2022, to November 30, 2022. A total of 223 students responded the questionnaire about perception of animal abuse, which represents 56.3% of the total enrollment in the academic year 2022–2023. Sensitivity to animal welfare, including academic training on how to respond to animal abuse, increased as students progressed through their studies. However, as students approached the end of their studies, they became less willing to make voluntary efforts. The profile of the veterinary student least sensitive to animal abuse appeared to be men without dogs who reside in rural habitats and have family members involved in hunting or fishing. We propose the implementation of intensive courses on animal welfare throughout the veterinary curriculum, along with an understanding of the veterinarian's role in reporting animal abuse. This approach aims to foster a foundation of critical awareness and commitment to animals.
AUTOMATING AIR DEFENSE OPERATIONS: METHODS AND TECHNIQUES
Authors: Dungarmaa Tsedendorj  , Boldbaatar lkhagva
Published: August 2024

The introduction of an automated control system in the air defense forces will facilitate the management of the actions of troops in collecting, processing, decision-making, planning, conducting and monitoring combat operations, as well as increasing the efficiency of control.
Embracing halal: Unraveling Muallafs’ dietary transformation in Brunei Darussalam
Authors: Ahmad Nasyitah , Salihah Nur Thaqifah
Published: August 2024

With the increasing number of apostasies among Muallaf, driven by challenges in transitioning to devout Muslims and sudden shifts to halal dietary lifestyles, detrimental impacts on their social circles and relationships emerge. This qualitative study aims to analyse Muallafs’ halal food practices, challenges, and adaptation. While respondents could adopt basic halal food practices, gaps in halal food consumption education persist among Muallaf, compounded by social challenges and a lack of support and awareness within their close social circles. Challenges include difficulties obtaining halal food while travelling abroad and Muallafs’ vague understanding of Islamic teachings on halal food. Thus, challenges in halal food consumption among Muallaf in Brunei Darussalam predominantly arise during social eating with non-Muslim family and friends, during travel abroad, and regarding halal food issues.
Diverse Contributing Body
Authors: Wright-Taylor Christin
Published: August 2024

In 1962, the CCCC released a report titled “The Freshman Whose Native Language is Not English.” In this report, the chair argued for separate courses dedicated to teaching language-diverse students and staffed by instructors specially trained in Linguistics. Paul Kei Matsuda (1999; 2013) argues that this moment marks the institutional divide between U.S. Composition and Applied Linguistics that would go on to create a vacuum of knowledgeable peers in Composition. This vacuum meant that new composition theories interested in language learning were not held accountable by scholarship in Applied Linguistics. If Matsuda’s assessment of this division of labour is correct, it begs the question: does the same division of labour exist in a Canadian context between Writing Studies and L2 writing? How have these two fields related historically, and what implications does this relationship (or lack thereof) have on the future of writing instruction in Canada’s increasingly language-diverse classrooms? The purpose of this paper is to construct a narrative of the history of the relationship between Writing Studies and L2 Writing as it pertains to one of Canada’s two writing organizations: the Canadian Association for Studies in Language and Literature, also known as Inkshed. 
To that end, this paper excavates the Inkshed newsletters and conference programs from 1980 onward for archival research elucidating any potential cross-pollination between Writing Studies and L2 Writing. To further explore the relationship between these two fields in Inkshed’s past, this research builds on the work of Miriam E. Horne who composes a rich picture of Inkshed’s development in her book, Writing in a Community of Practice: Composing Membership in Inkshed.  
The findings from this paper reveal that not only did Writing Studies and L2 Writing scholarship “cross-fertilize” during the tenure of Inkshed, these two fields remained closely linked through the decades. In other words, at the writing of this paper, there does not appear to have ever been an institutional division of labour between Writing Studies and L2 Writing in the Canadian context. 
Ultimately, these findings contribute to the broader narrative of how Writing Studies has professionalized in a Canadian context. They also contribute to the ongoing conversation regarding how writing instructors, writing program administrators, and writing centre professionals can best support culturally and linguistically diverse writers in Canadian classrooms. By drawing on this longstanding relationship with L2 Writing, Writing Studies scholars and practitioners are uniquely situated to move into the future of higher education equipped with language-based writing theories that are rooted in a community of knowledgeable L2 Writing peers.
Welcoming Writers, Welcoming Instructors
Authors: Prescott-Brown Marci
Published: August 2024

Canadian scholars increasingly recognize the importance of diverse and inclusive writing pedagogies to welcome students of various races, languages, orientations, genders, and abilities. Yet, if instructors do not feel welcomed into using the tools of antiracist and decolonial writing pedagogies, they often will not use them, and many feel very new to the task. Using microlevel language policies (in both direct and indirect ways) can be a helpful way to integrate these pedagogies into writing instruction effectively; they can help instructors to both signal and live out their commitments to inclusive writing pedagogies.
In this paper, I will use analytic and reflective methodologies to explore my assignment of an argumentative paragraph and the processes around it to demonstrate some simple, effective ways writing instructors can integrate antiracist and decolonial writing pedagogies into their teaching. Ultimately, I demonstrate that multimodal assignments can encourage linguistic, digital, and textual diversity in student writing and are thus vital to inclusive pedagogy.
Improving the investment attractiveness of industrial enterprises
Authors: Bessonova Svitlana , Komarov Andrii , Surhan Victoria
Published: August 2024

The article deals with the concept of investment attractiveness of an enterprise and its fundamental importance for development in times of crisis. The article describes the characteristics of the concept, the views of researchers, emphasizes the inaccuracy and limitations of research on this issue, identifies ways to solve this problem, the purpose and goals of introducing innovations at enterprises. Methods and ways to increase investment attractiveness at industrial enterprises in the future are studied.
The basis of this study is a symbiosis of theoretical and methodological factors that influence the process of improving the investment attractiveness of an industrial enterprise. The practical results of the study will allow enterprises to stabilize their financial position, be more competitive, normalize their activities in times of crisis and attract more investment due to a more attractive position
Strategies for minimizing screen time in early childhood: a scoping review
Authors: Costa Gabriella Cristhiambell Souza da , Machado Miliana Ribeiro , Pires Ana Beatriz Mateus , Siqueira Lucíola D`Emery
Published: August 2024

The objective of this study was to investigate in the literature strategies developed to reduce screen time in early childhood. This is a scoping review carried out between September and December 2023 in the PubMed®, Virtual Health Library, Scopus and Web of Science databases, which investigated studies from the last five years. The search strategy and selection process were supported by Rayyan®. Seven articles were included in the review and two categories were identified: parental education of caregivers and training of educators and health professionals. Strategies in face-to-face and virtual formats stood out, with the use of digital resources, such as animation videos, infographics, counseling sessions, group sessions and dramatizations. The duration and frequency of interventions varied. Therefore, the importance of investing in the training of family members, early childhood educators and health professionals was highlighted, through interventions that minimize exposure to screens in early childhood.
Pemanfaatan Teknologi Tepat Guna Mesin Pemarut Kelapa Untuk IKM. Wingko Babat Cap Pohon Kelapa
Authors: Syakhroni Akhmad , Khoiriyah Nuzuia , Ulin Adira P
Published: August 2024

Wingko Babat Cap Pohon Kelapa is a micro business that is already 6 years old. This wingko is still produced traditionally and today.  Since improvements were made to the wingko packaging design, the demand for Coconut Tree wingko stamp sold in stores by Semarang City has increased. But the obstacle faced by owners is the speed in meeting consumer demand. The problem experienced is an obstacle in the process of doing coconut shredding. The coconut shredding process carried out independently by SMIs is not carried out in shredding services such as those in the market, because SMIs want to ensure that the process carried out is clean and hygienic. The current machine is an old machine with a capacity of 3 kg / 30 minutes and must be carried out a 2x shredding process in order to get good results, thus making the production process run longer. The scar tool owned by IKM is currently very simple and less safe in use because it does not have a scar safety standard.  SMIs need to carry out the process of repairing production equipment in order to increase production speed and capacity to meet customer demand and also to improve user safety. Procurement of tools needs to be done so that SMEs are able to increase their productivity, work safety and security.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Program Edukasi dan Pemanfaatan Teknologi di Yayasan Berkah Box
Authors: Caroline Adi Cahya  , Darul Ma'ruf Karim  , Fatahillah Alif Arif  , Indah Ayu Lumintang  , Monica Anastasya Sianipar  , Muhammad Alwi  , Muhammad Maulana Fazri  , Salfina  , Khairunnisa Rahmah  , Abdallah Bayu Nur
Published: August 2024

This community empowerment program is a community service program that involves students to make positive contributions, creatingsynergy between universities, students, and the community in sustainable change. Students play an active role in designing andimplementing activities that empower the community and improve their quality of life, as an implementation of the spirit of service in higher education in Indonesia. The Berkah Box Mosque in North Balikpapan is a spiritual and social center that is committed to improving the quality of life of local residents through humanitarian programs. In this context, the students of the Berkah Box Mosque become human resources who are empowered to support the goals of the foundation and programs. One of the main issues is the lack of knowledge of technology and its use as an effective promotional media for branding the foundation. Effectivepromotional media is expected to increase support from donors, who are the foundation's financial source in addition to functioning asa branding tool and providing information related to the development of the foundation, the abilities of students, and other efforts tothe wider community. Through this activity, it can be achieved an increase in the participants' understanding of the various knowledge and use of technology taught in this training, namely the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Canva Application, Capcut, and the Creation of the Berkah Box Mosque Social Website.
Simultaneous Stabilization of Second Order Linear Switched Systems Based on Superstability and D-Decomposition Technique
Authors: Shatov D. V. ,   Trapeznikov Institute of Control Sciences, Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russia,   Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, Dolgoprudny, Russia
Published: August 2024

The considered problem is to simultaneously stabilize a family of second order linear systems by static linear state feedback when applied to switched systems. The proposed synthesis approach is based on a known design method where a static regulator is found as a solution to the linear programming problem. This regulator makes all matrices from the family forming switched systems superstable in the closed loop state, which in turn guarantees exponential stability of the switched system. This approach is generalized for the case where not all matrices in the family can simultaneously be made superstable: for non-superstabilizable matrices one determines using D-decomposition linear bounds on the set of stabilizing regulators, which are used in the linear programming problem. The designed switched system properties are briefly studied. An example of a design problem solution using the proposed approach is presented.
An intelligent atrous convolution-based cascaded deep learning framework for enhanced privacy preservation performance in edge computing
Authors: Siryeh Fatima Abu , Ibrahim Abdullahi Abdu
Published: August 2024

A system without any communication delays, called edge computing, has been introduced for nearer and faster services. The major concern in the edge computing scenario is its privacy risks. A user, as well as a cloud data preservation scheme, is the main aim of this paperwork. Test data is given by the user to access the cloud-based data processing framework. The training of the suitable model is carried out by utilizing the data stored in the cloud. The suggested model divides the entire model into two sections, namely, the untrusted cloud and the trusted edge. On the trusted edge side the data is directly provided to the developed advanced deep learning model called the Atrous Convolution based Cascaded Deep Temporal Convolution Network (ACC-DTCN) for the data analysis process. However, instead of giving the whole data directly to the untrusted cloud side, the test data is protected on the cloud side by utilizing a hybrid encryption technique called the Optimal Hybrid Encryption Model (OHEM). Both Attribute-Based Encryption (ABE) and Homomorphic Encryption (HE) are utilized in the recommended OHEM scheme. The OHEM variables are tuned with the help of an advanced algorithm called the Enhanced Ladybug Beetle Optimization algorithm (ELBOA). The confidence score vector among the testing and training data is predicted by the implemented ACC-DTCN model by utilizing the encrypted data on the cloud side. The suggested privacy preservation scheme provides higher prediction accuracy and prevents interference attacks while contrasting it against conventional methods during extensive experimentations.
Association of serum biomarkers level transforming growth factor-β and tumor necrosis factor-α with diabetic neuropathy
Authors: Abdulrhaman Dhifaf , Fahad Hayfaa , Khalil Nawar
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND:

Many studies have examined the role of inflammation in the development of diabetic neuropathy (DPN).

OBJECTIVE:

Evaluate the relation of the serum level of Transforming Growth Factor-[Formula: see text] and Tumor Necrosis Factor-[Formula: see text] and development of diabetic peripheral neuropathy DPN.

METHODS:

In a case-control study, randomly selected 140 diabetic patients were included, the randomly selected patients were divided equally and matched into a case group who have diabetic peripheral neuropathy and diabetic neuropathy-free patients as a control group. For both groups whole blood sample was examined to compare for (TGF-[Formula: see text]), and (TNF-[Formula: see text]) levels determination by ELISA technique.

RESULTS:

The age of the study samples ranged from 25 to 80 years with a male ratio of 1.45:1 although the sex differences between both groups were not significant. The mean levels of (TNF-[Formula: see text]) and (TGF-[Formula: see text]) was significantly higher among cases group than that of controls group (254.86 [Formula: see text] 75.9 vs158.01 [Formula: see text] 50.600) for TNF-[Formula: see text] and for TGF- [Formula: see text] (312.85 [Formula: see text] 62.27 vs. 217.82 [Formula: see text] 52.95) respectively. Both TNF-[Formula: see text] and TGF-[Formula: see text] have high sensitivity and specificity in detection of DPN. The sensitivity of TNF-[Formula: see text] was 95.7% and specificity of 61.4% area under the ROC curve (AUC) of 0.870 [Formula: see text] 0.029, while the sensitivity of TGF-[Formula: see text] was 91.4%, and specificity of 67.1 with good area under the ROC curve (AUC) of 0.891 [Formula: see text] 0.026 ([Formula: see text]0.000).

CONCLUSIONS:

TNF-[Formula: see text] and TGF -[Formula: see text] are significantly elevated levels in patients with DPN, these cytokines could be used as indicators for the development of DPN.
Implementation of a hybrid working system: Can it increase millennial workers’ commitment in greater Jakarta?
Authors: Purba Sylvia Diana , Nilawati Levi , Nugroho Yohanes Arianto Budi , Darmoyo Syarief , Alves Susana
Published: August 2024

Background

The study focuses on millennials employees, who are projected to comprise over 75% of the global workforce in the coming decade. Previous studies indicate that millennials, exhibit lower levels of commitment compared to prior generations. Thus, it is important to analyse the effect of a hybrid working system on enhancing the commitment of millennial workers.

Objective

This study discusses the impact of implementing hybrid work arrangements on organizational commitment through task autonomy, job satisfaction, work-life balance, subjective well-being, and the availability of information technology tools.

Methods

A judgmental sampling with convenience technique has been employed to reach the targeted respondents. A total of 495 responses were collected for statistical analysis facilitated by the partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) approach.

Results

The hybrid working system can encourage millennial commitment if the impact of job satisfaction is seen as significant mediating variables. Although the implementation of the hybrid working system can increase task autonomy, when task autonomy is a mediating variable, it can reduce organizational commitment. However, further investigation is required.

Conclusions

The hybrid working system can effectively boost organizational commitment among millennial workers, particularly when job satisfaction is high, as it serves as a critical full mediating variable.
Design of network security monitoring system based on K-means clustering algorithm
Authors: Yu* Lin , Bai Yujie
Published: August 2024

The Network Security Monitoring System (NSMS) can use Big Data (BD) and K-means DT (K-means with distance threshold) algorithms to automatically learn and identify abnormal patterns in the network, improving the accuracy of network threat detection. In this article, KDD Cup 1999 and NSL KDD were selected as NSMS for dataset analysis. Preprocess the data; Extract statistical information, time series information, and traffic distribution characteristics. Value device DT further classifies regular attacks, remote location (R2L) attacks, and user to root (U2R) permission attacks. The experimental results show that the hybrid intrusion detection algorithm based on K-means DT achieves a network attack detection accuracy of 99.2% and a network attack detection accuracy of 98.9% on the NSL-KDD dataset. Hybrid intrusion detection algorithms can effectively improve the accuracy of network intrusion detection (NID). The hybrid intrusion detection system proposed in this article performs well on different datasets and can effectively detect various types of network intrusion attacks, with better performance than other algorithms. The NSMS designed in this article can cope with constantly changing network threats.
Advancing brain tumour segmentation: A novel CNN approach with Resnet50 and DrvU-Net: A comparative study
Authors: Halloum Kamal , Ez-Zahraouy Hamid
Published: August 2024

The segmentation of cancerous tumours, particularly brain tumours, is of paramount importance in medicine due to its crucial role in accurately determining the extent of tumour lesions. However, conventional segmentation approaches have proven less effective in accurately delineating the exact extent of brain tumours, in addition to representing a time-consuming task, making it a laborious process for clinicians. In this study, we proposed an automatic segmentation method based on convolutional neural networks (CNNs), by developing a new model using the Resnet50 architecture for detection and the DrvU-Net architecture, derived from the U-Net model, with adjustments adapted to the characteristics of the medical imaging data for the segmentation of a publicly available brain image dataset called TCGA-LGG and TCIA. Following an in-depth comparison with other recent studies, our model has demonstrated its effectiveness in the detection and segmentation of brain tumours, with accuracy rates for accuracy and the Dice Similarity Coefficient (DSC), the Similarity Index (IoU) and the Tversky Coefficient reaching 96%, 94%, 89% and 91.5% respectively.
Enhancing alzheimer’s diagnosis through optimized brain lesion classification in MRI with attention-driven grid feature fusion
Authors: Mohanty Manas Ranjan , Mallick Pradeep Kumar , Navandar Rajesh Kedarnath , Chae Gyoo-Soo , Jagadev Alok Kumar
Published: August 2024

This paper explores cognitive interface technology, aiming to tackle current challenges and shed light on the prospects of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). It provides a comprehensive examination of their transformative impact on medical technology and patient well-being. Specifically, this study contributes to addressing challenges in classifying brain lesion images arising from the complex nature of lesions and limitations of traditional deep learning approaches. It introduces advanced feature fusion models that leverage deep learning algorithms, including the African vulture optimization (AVO) algorithm. These models integrate informative features from multiple pre-trained networks and employ innovative fusion techniques, including the attention-driven grid feature fusion (ADGFF) model. The ADGFF model incorporates an attention mechanism based on the optimized weights obtained using AVO. The objective is to improve the overall accuracy by providing fine-grained control over different regions of interest in the input image through a grid-based technique. This grid-based technique divides the image into vertical and horizontal grids, simplifying the exemplar feature generation process without compromising performance. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed feature fusion strategies consistently outperform individual pre-trained models in terms of accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and F1-score. The optimized feature fusion strategies, particularly the GRU-ADGFF model, further enhance classification performance, outperforming CNN and RNN classifiers. The learning progress analysis shows convergence, indicating the effectiveness of the feature fusion strategies in capturing lesion patterns. AUC-ROC curves highlight the superior discriminatory capabilities of the ADGFF-AVO strategy. Five-fold cross-validation is employed to assess the performance of the proposed models, demonstrating their accuracy, and few other accuracy-based measures. The GRU-ADGFF model optimized with AVO consistently achieves high accuracy, sensitivity, and AUC values, demonstrating its effectiveness and generalization capability. The GRU-ADGFF model also outperforms the majority voting ensemble technique in terms of accuracy and discriminative ability. Additionally, execution time analysis reveals good scalability and resource utilization of the proposed models. The Friedman rank test confirms significant differences in classifier performance, with the GRU-ADGFF model emerging as the top-performing method across different feature fusion strategies and optimization algorithms.
Rethinking official statistics: A sociological perspective
Authors: Bidarbakhtnia Arman
Published: August 2024

Does the current dialogue on the development of statistical systems provide adequate scope for transforming official statistics to deliver their social role? Can statistical systems, as currently defined, provide opportunities to people and non-state institutions to influence “what” statistics and “how” should be produced and used? This paper provides a sociological framework to investigate these questions within a broader understanding of the social functions of official statistics as part of public statistics required for a democratic society.
Understanding the value of official statistics
Authors: Willis-Núñez Fiona , Potter Angela
Published: August 2024

Under ever-increasing pressure to provide more with less, to justify budgets and to earn public trust, official statistics has long been concerned with how to better prove and communicate its value. Being statisticians, our inclination has been to express the value of our offer in quantitative terms. But an ONS-led Task Force under the Conference of European Statisticians (CES) argued that before we can quantify ‘the value of official statistics’ we need to understand what this really means. This entails first articulating our own central goals as providers of a public good and then working outwards from these goals to formulate the means of fulfilling them. Only then can we start to define measurable indicators of achievement to assess how far we are creating this intended value. This is the reverse of the process often followed, which starts out by identifying already-available indicators and tries to determine the aspects of value of which they are indicative. Future international work should focus on developing tools for better understanding the pathways from goals to value indicators; sharing experiences of efforts to prove and improve the value of official statistics; and developing a core set of measures using the methods outlined in the article.
Efficient management and compliance check of HVAC information in the building design phase using Semantic Web technologies
Authors: Kücükavci Ali , Seidenschnur Mikki , Pauwels Pieter , Rasmussen Mads Holten , Hviid Christian Anker
Published: August 2024

Several OWL ontologies have been developed for the AEC industry to manage domain-specific information, yet they often overlook the domain of building services and HVAC components. The Flow Systems Ontology was recently proposed to address this need, but it does not include HVAC components’ size and capacity-related properties. Also, despite their strengths in representing domain-specific knowledge, ontologies cannot efficiently identify poor data quality in BIM models. A four-fold contribution is made in this research paper to define and improve the data quality of HVAC information by (1) extending the existing Flow Systems Ontology, (2) proposing the new Flow Properties Ontology, (3) proposing an HVAC rule set for compliance checking, and (4), moreover, we use Semantic Web technologies to demonstrate the benefits of efficient HVAC data management when sizing components. The demonstration case shows that we can represent the data model in a distributed way, validate it using 36 SHACL shapes and use SPARQL to determine the pressure and flow rate of fans and pumps.
Validating the accuracy of the Omron HBP-M4500 blood pressure measuring device according to the ISO81060-2:2018+ Amd 1:2020 protocol
Authors: Takahashi Hakuo , Yamashita Shingo , Yakura Nobuki
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND: Blood pressure (BP) naturally undergoes fluctuations and variations, particularly during anesthesia administration during surgery, hemodialysis, upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, exercise testing, arterial and venous catheterization, and rehabilitation. These changes in BP may lead to life-threatening events. OBJECTIVES: The performance of the Omron HBP-M4500 device in monitoring blood pressure (BP) in the upper arm was validated according to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 81060-2:2018+amendment (Amd) 1:2020 protocol. METHODS: The device was used to assess 113 participants in the inflation mode, and 107 participants in the deflation mode. All the patients fulfilled the inclusion criteria, including the arm circumference range and systolic and diastolic BP levels, outlined in the protocol. Data validation and analysis were performed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. RESULTS: In criterion 1, the mean ± standard deviation (SD) values of the differences between the test device and reference BP were -0.6 ± 5.80/2.8 ± 6.78 mmHg (systolic/diastolic) and -1.0 ± 5.35/3.2 ± 6.52 mmHg for the inflation and deflation modes, respectively. These data fulfilled the ISO81060-2:2018+Amd1:2020 requirements of ⩽ 5 ±⁣⩽ 8 mmHg. In criterion 2, the differences were -0.6 ± 4.44/2.8 ± 6.26 and -1.0 ± 3.84/3.2 ± 6.09 mmHg for the inflation and deflation modes, respectively, fulfilling criterion 2 with SD values of ⩽ 6.91 and ⩽ 6.87 for systolic BP and ⩽ 6.34 and ⩽ 6.14 for diastolic BP in the inflation and deflation modes, respectively. These two criteria were fulfilled in both studies. CONCLUSION: The Omron HBP-M4500 device, either in inflation or deflation mode, fulfilled the criteria outlined in the ISO protocol. Therefore, this device is valuable for BP measurement in clinical and hospital settings.
First iteration of a User-Centered Design process to develop an in-bed leg press
Authors: Cerrito Adrien , Fang Juan , Schertenleib Simón Javier Gamero , Hunt Kenneth James , Schmitt Kai-Uwe
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND: Physical inactivity is prevalent among hospitalized patients and the daytime spent lying should be utilised for exercise. However, implementing new interventions in hospitals’ complex daily routines is difficult and requires a participatory approach. OBJECTIVE: Exploring clinical settings and clinicians’ perspectives regarding exercise in hospitalized patients to gauge the potential of further development of an in-bed training device and to formulate development goals. METHODS: A User-Centered Design approach was employed, consisting of work shadowing and focus groups with physiotherapists and nurses. Content and network analyses of the focus group data were performed. Personas were then developed and used to create clinical scenarios. RESULTS: Some clinicians perceived in-bed exercise counterproductive, while others recognized potential for unsupervised training. The most important design characteristics appeared to be a small size, low weight and simplicity of use to facilitate storage, transportation, and administration, respectively. The scenarios revealed that the device’s use could increase the physical activity time by 1.4%, although it would also increase the working time of clinicians. CONCLUSION: The study highlighted the difficulties in developing a usable training device but encouraged the authors to pursue their efforts under the strict condition of following the formulated development goals.
Immunotherapy and liver cancer research trends and the 100 most cited articles: A bibliometric analysis
Authors: Kong Yang , Wang Yizhi , Yang Qifan , Ye Song
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND: Bibliometric analysis of liver cancer research, particularly in immunotherapy, reveals crucial insights. The US leads in liver cancer mortality but ranks fifth globally. OBJECTIVE: Scopus database analysis identified 2,349 papers, with the top 100 ranging from 127 to 4,959 citations. Notably, “Microenvironmental Regulation of Tumours Progression and Metastasis” in the Journal of Nature Medicine garnered the highest citations. METHODS: Journals like the Journal of Hepatology, Hepatology, and Nature Reports Clinical Oncology contributed significantly. Understanding molecular mechanisms and prognostic indicators is paramount for advancing combination therapies. RESULTS: For better patient outcomes, research trends in liver cancer immunotherapy point to improved treatment protocols, knowledge of the tumor microenvironment, combining therapies, predicting disease course, international cooperation, sophisticated surgical techniques, early detection, oncolytic virotherapy, and patient-centered care. CONCLUSIONS: This research underscores immunotherapy’s pivotal role and encourages further exploration, offering valuable insights into liver cancer treatment trends.
Microbiological research on microemulsion composition development with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action
Authors: Шмалько О. O. , Філімонова Н. І. , Вишневська Л. І.
Published: August 2024

Diseases of the digestive organs are one of the most frequent causes of loss of working capacity and development of disability. Worldwide, according to the World Journal of Gastroenterology, more than 5 million people suffer from inflammatory bowel diseases. The economic damage from these diseases is twice as high as that from cardiovascular diseases. The choice of drugs with pronounced pharmacological activity, a minimal number of side effects and the possibility of long-term use in the case of various diseases, including chronic and long-term ones, is especially important considering the public's growing concern for natural and biological treatment methods.
Microbiological and statistical research methods were used during the research.
The effectiveness of sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate preservatives was studied in concentrations of 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, and 0.5%. The research results of experimental microemulsion samples showed their compliance with SPhU requirements for the indicator «antimicrobial effectiveness of preservatives» for oral medicines with sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate preservatives in concentrations of 0.4 and 0.5%.
The microemulsion production technology, developed based on a set of previously conducted physicochemical, technological, rheological, and microbiological studies, consists of the following stages: weighing components, obtaining an oil solution, obtaining an aqueous solution, obtaining a microemulsion, packing and labelling the microemulsion, packaging the microemulsion. Critical parameters have been established that must be monitored during the preparation of the drug.
It has been experimentally proven that the developed microemulsion meets SPhU requirements regarding «microbiological purity».
As a result of conducting microbiological studies, the preservative and its concentration in the composition of the microemulsion – potassium sorbite in the amount of 0.4% were chosen. The microemulsion production technology is outlined and the critical parameters that must be monitored during the drug’s production are established. According to the «microbiological purity» indicator, the developed microemulsion meets the SPhU requirements.
Florida Agricultural Land Values Increase: 2000 Survey Results
Authors: Reynolds John , Deas Amy
Published: August 2024

This document is about the 2000 Florida Land Value Survey conducted by the University of Florida’s Food and Resource Economics Department. It highlights the increase in agricultural land values across all regions of Florida, with significant rises in the value of grapefruit groves and cropland. The survey divides the state into five regions and provides detailed estimates of land values for various types of agricultural land. It also discusses transition land values and cash rent estimates, emphasizing the impact of urbanization and nonagricultural demand on land values. First published Sept. 2000.
Strategic Marketing Management: Building a Foundation for Your Future
Authors: Wysocki Allen F. , Wirth Ferdinand F. , Farnsworth Derek , Clark Jennifer
Published: August 2024

This document is about helping firms and individuals understand the implications of a strategic marketing management program. It introduces the basics of a marketing plan and the importance of performing a SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The workbook emphasizes the need for external and internal analysis to form effective strategies, improve efficiency, and increase profitability. It also highlights the importance of customer, competitor, and industry analysis in crafting a strategic marketing plan. First published Sept. 2001.
Ananas comosus 'Variegatus' Variegated Pineapple
Authors: Gilman Edward , Klein Ryan W. , Hansen Gail
Published: August 2024

This document provides an overview of the variegated pineapple (Ananas comosus ‘Variegatus’), detailing its characteristics, planting requirements, and uses. The plant features stiff, bright green leaves with spiny tips and margins, and produces fruit on a central stalk. It is a perennial herbaceous plant suitable for USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11. The variegated pineapple is valued for its ornamental appeal, particularly its striking variegated foliage. It can be used as ground cover, an accent, or in mass plantings. The document also highlights the plant’s growth conditions, pest resistance, and propagation methods. Original publication date October 1999.
Asclepias tuberosa Butterfly Weed, Indian Paintbrush
Authors: Gilman Edward , Klein Ryan W. , Hansen Gail
Published: August 2024

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa), a member of the milkweed family. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its growth habits, flowering period, and preferred growing conditions. The butterfly weed is noted for its vibrant orange, red, and yellow flowers, which attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The document also covers the plant’s uses, propagation methods, and potential pest issues. Additionally, it highlights the plant’s medicinal uses and its tendency to self-seed and escape cultivation. Original publication date October 1999.
Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri' Sprengeri Asparagus Fern
Authors: Gilman Edward , Klein Ryan W. , Hansen Gail
Published: August 2024

This document provides an overview of the ‘Sprengeri’ Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus ‘Sprengeri’), a herbaceous perennial known for its fine-textured foliage. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its bright green cladophylls, red berries, and fragrant white flowers. The fern is adaptable to various soil types and light conditions, making it suitable for use as a border plant, ground cover, or in containers. The document also highlights the plant’s invasive potential in certain regions and offers guidance on propagation and maintenance. Original publication date October 1999.
Callicarpa americana American Beautyberry
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: August 2024

This document describes the American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana), a native North American shrub known for its attractive lavender-pink blossoms and shiny purple-blue fruits. The shrub, which grows 5 to 8 feet tall and wide, features long, arching branches and coarse, fuzzy leaves. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 11 and is suitable for various uses, including foundation planting, borders, mass planting, and naturalizing. The plant is relatively maintenance-free, grows well in full sun or light shade, and tolerates a variety of soils. It is popular with birds and has no serious pest or disease concerns. The document also highlights the plant’s propagation methods and the need for regular pruning to maintain its size and appearance. Original publication date October 1999.
Callicarpa japonica Japanese Beautyberry
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: August 2024

This document provides an overview of the Japanese beautyberry (Callicarpa japonica), a shrub commonly used in eastern and southern landscapes. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its height, spread, leaf arrangement, and fruiting habits. The Japanese beautyberry is noted for its purple berries that persist into fall and its moderate growth rate. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 8 and can be planted year-round in zones 7 and 8. The shrub is suitable for various uses such as foundation planting, borders, mass planting, and containers. It is not known to be invasive and has no serious pest issues. The document also highlights the plant’s soil and light requirements, drought tolerance, and potential for winter interest. Original publication date October 1999.
Chiococca pinetorum Pineland Snowberry
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: August 2024

This document provides an overview of Chiococca pinetorum, commonly known as the pineland snowberry. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its evergreen, leathery leaves and white to purple-white tubular flowers. The document highlights the plant’s uses, such as ground cover and mass planting, and its adaptability to various soil types and drought conditions. Additionally, it notes the plant’s native status in Florida, its non-invasive nature, and its high drought tolerance. The document also mentions that the plant is typically grown in small quantities by a limited number of nurseries and that it can attract birds with its white, fleshy fruits. Original publication date October 1999.
Coffea arabica Coffee
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: August 2024

This document provides a detailed description of the Coffea arabica plant, commonly known as the coffee shrub. It highlights the plant’s physical characteristics, including its glossy, dark green leaves, fragrant white flowers, and red berries containing coffee beans. The document outlines the plant’s growth requirements, such as its preference for partial shade and rich soil, and its moderate drought tolerance. Additionally, it discusses the plant’s uses in landscaping, its propagation by seed, and its susceptibility to pests like scales and mites. The coffee shrub is noted for its ornamental value and potential for home coffee production. Original publication date October 1999.
Crinum spp.Crinum Lily
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: August 2024

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the Crinum lily (Crinum spp.), a large, coarse-textured plant known for its broad, light green leaves and fragrant, spidery flowers. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its height, spread, growth rate, and leaf arrangement. The document also covers the Crinum lily’s planting requirements, such as soil tolerance, light needs, and drought tolerance. Additionally, it highlights the plant’s ornamental features, pest resistance, and suitability for various landscaping uses. The Crinum lily’s ability to thrive in hot, dry locations and its moderate salt tolerance are also discussed. Original publication date October 1999.
Echinacea purpurea Purple Coneflower
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: August 2024

This document provides a detailed overview of the purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), a herbaceous plant native to Florida. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its height, spread, flower color, and leaf arrangement. The document also covers the plant’s growth requirements, such as light, soil, and water needs, and its uses in landscaping and naturalizing. Additionally, it highlights the plant’s drought tolerance, pest resistance, and potential invasive nature. The document concludes with information on propagation methods and common pests and diseases that may affect the purple coneflower. Original publication date October 1999.