bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Емоційний супровід організації часової перспективи українських вимушених мігрантів за кордоном
Authors: Плохіх Віктор , Кіреєва Зоя , Скоромна Маріанна
Published: May 2024

Мета. Визначення особливостей зв’язку організації часової перспективи й емоційних переживань вимушених українських мігрантів за кордоном в аспекті їх зорієнтованості на адаптацію в критичній ситуації життєдіяльності. Методи. Досліджуваними були 77 українських вимушених мігрантів у країнах Європи та Північної Америки (вік – від 19 до 48 років). У дослідженні використано: “Опитувальник часової перспективи” Ф. Зімбардо; “Шкалу диференціальних емоцій” К. Ізард; Фрайбургський особистісний опитувальник (FPI, форма В); методику Ч. Спілбергера для визначення рівня особистісної та реактивної тривожності; шкалу “компетентність у часі” з тесту самоактуалізації особистості Е. Шострома. Результати. Встановлено, що у групі досліджуваних є високими індекс гострих негативних емоцій (Me = 27.00) і особистісна тривожність (Me = 45.00). Критерієм Фрідмана з’ясовано статистичні розбіжності в інтенсивності проявів різних емоцій у загальній групі досліджуваних (χ2 = 33,693; df = 9; p < .001) через найбільшу виразність емоції інтересу (Me = 8.00). Для групи встановлено, що прояви емоцій статистично пов’язані з часовими орієнтаціями таким чином: інтерес із негативним минулим (rs = -.294; p = .009), гедоністичним теперішнім (rs = -.264; p = .020), майбутнім (rs = .376; p = .001); гнів із негативним минулим (rs = .499; p < .001), гедоністичним теперішнім (rs = .266; p = .019), фаталістичним теперішнім (rs = .228; p = .046); презирство з негативним минулим (rs = .427; p < .001) і майбутнім (rs = -.321; p = .004). Також визначено, що тривожність пов’язана з часовими орієнтаціями в такий спосіб: реактивна тривожність із негативним минулим (rs = .319; p = .005) і майбутнім (rs = -.234; p = .041); особистісна тривожність із негативним минулим (rs = .452; p < .001) і майбутнім (rs = -.251; p = .027). Дискусія і висновки. У вимушених українських мігрантів за кордоном високий рівень виразності негативних емоцій і особистісної тривожності перешкоджає раціональному визначенню перспективи майбутнього і сприяє схильності до фаталістичного налаштування на поточні обставини. Підвищена орієнтація досліджуваних мігрантів на поточне гедоністичне задоволення потреб не сприяє адаптації і пов’язується з виразними негативними переживаннями обставин минулого та теперішнього, є стримуючою щодо визначення перспективи майбутнього. Суттєва виразність емоції інтересу сприяє явній, вмотивованій адаптацією орієнтації вимушених мігрантів на усунення невизначеності перспективи майбутнього.
Investigating ANU and ICE-6G Ice Model Relative Sea Level Misfits to Determine Viscosity Constraints since the Last Glacial Maximum
Authors: Gale Skylar
Published: May 2024

Abstract
Glacial isostatic adjustment (GIA) incorporates glacial rebound and gravitational potential to calculate sea level rise. However, many ice models struggle to accurately represent these effects in relative sea level (RSL) predictions. Two widely used ice models that incorporate GIA effects, ANU and ICE-6G, require further analysis to gauge their validity. In this thesis, we compare the model predictions of RSL of the ANU and ICE-6G models against six distinct RSL field datasets using a semi-analytic GIA model. To predict RSL, a GIA model requires an ice model and models of the Earth’s mantle viscosity, density, and elastic structure. While mantle density and elastic structures are reliably constructed from seismology studies, mantle viscosity is not well constrained. We developed 864 simulated mantle viscosity models to run with the ANU and ICE-6G ice models to obtain the predicted RSL data. We analyzed the Root Mean Square (RMS) misfits of the simulated test RSL outputs against the observed RSL field data. We showed that RMS demonstrates error quality of field data is critically important to the GIA modeling process. We also showed the strengths and weaknesses of each ice model through further RMS analysis.
Lay Summary
Sea level change is not only a critical aspect of our climate’s response, but also a novel gateway to understanding the structure of the Earth’s mantle. This understanding is made possible by studying sea level changes over long timescales, such as since the Last Glacial Maximum. The Earth’s crust responds to increased (or decreased) weight of ice on its surface by deforming (or rebounding) and reaching a new equilibrium state over thousands of years. The response time and altered geometryof the crust give information about mantle viscosity. Observations and calculations of sea level over time geospatially constrain historical ice models, creating an opportunity to determine the most appropriate viscosity. This research identified two widely used ice models (ANU and ICE-6G) to reconstruct present day sea level, combined with varying values for the Earth’s upper and lower mantle. Findings were then compared with observations to identify minimum misfits—calculations that are closest to observation values. By understanding the factors that influence these discrepancies, the researchers hope to improve the accuracy of future models and predictions of sea level changes.
For the full text and references, please visit https://scholar.colorado.edu/concern/undergraduate_honors_theses/z603qz79c.
Feeding Our Food; Starving Our Environment
Authors: Lazewski Anna
Published: May 2024

For thousands of years, farmers have utilized organic soil additives to enhance their crop yields and livelihoods. Today, modern agriculture largely relies on synthetic fertilizers to produce enough crops to supply our global population and its competitive markets. While these fertilizers successfully increase crop production, previous research has proven that they perpetuate long-term environmental and human health risks. My goal is to examine how human-environment relationships with fertilizers have changed over time and how capitalism influences the socio-environmental impact of synthetic fertilizers on our world today. Through the Institutions and Commons lens, I examine how fertilizer-related pollution and limited fertilizer regulations pose significant risks to the environmental commons of society and to the health of communities. Additionally, I utilize the Political Economy perspective to examine how capitalistic greed in the fertilizer industry has significantly contributed to global warming, overproduction of resources, and an altered human perception of nature as a whole. While there are advantages of synthetic soil-enhancement technologies, it is clear that more stringent agricultural regulations and responsibility measures are needed to minimize the negative long-term consequences of synthetic fertilizer use in modern farming practices.
Fairy Tales at CU Boulder Banner 1
Authors: Kaeli Wagener
Published: May 2024

This piece of digital media, one out of a series, is made by me as part of a UROP effort alongside the Rare and Distinctive Collections at Norlin Library to make a vast fairy tale collection accessible to the public. Pictured in the banner are a variety of illustrations taken from different books being entered into an online database to create a fantastical scene, highlighting parts of little-known tales across cultures. The illustration for this college are taken from the following sources housed on campus: From Europa’s Fairy Book: “The Unseen Bridegroom,” from Histories or Tales of Past Times Written for Children Told By Mother Goose with Morals: “The Master Cat; Or, Puss in Boots,” From A Selection from Grimm’s Fairy Tales: “The Frog Prince,” “Rumpelstiltskin,” “Hansel and Gretel,” from The Sleeping Beauty and Other Fairy Tales from the Old French: “Beauty and the Beast,” and from The Allies’ Fairy Book: “Jack the Giant-Killer” and “The Golden Apple-tree”. This collage also contains images from the independent publication of Cinderella, or, The Little Glass Slipper (1904), as well as Beauty and the Beast (1891), along with a number of illustrations by fairy tale illustrators Edmund Dulac, John Dickson Batten, Alfred Henry Forrester, and Henry Justice Ford (Courtesy of Swann Auction Galleries).
Mayers, Wars And Peace - The Future Americans Envisioned, 1861-1991
Authors: Hanyok Robert
Published: May 2024

Between war and peace is a twilight land of aims, ideologies, dreams, and popular longings that the participants in the fighting hope to carry into the ensuing post-war period. People need these justifications to endure the sacrifices of lives and treasure and the compromise of ideals that are the necessary costs of war. The failure of post-war settlements to realize these aims often results in a general disenchantment at war's end.
Middleton, Colonial America - A History, 1565-1776
Authors: Rico Monica
Published: May 2024

This third edition of Colonial America contains a new chapter on Spanish and French colonization of continental North America, although the focus remains on the English colonies. Middleton has also retained the divided organizational structure employed in earlier editions. Colonial America treats the colonies chronologically up through the end of the seventeenth century and then turns to a thematic treatment of "provincial America" during the eighteenth century before concluding his book with two chapters on the revolutionary crisis leading to independence. The revised and updated bibliography serves as a competent guide to recent work as well as a few old classics.
THE RISE OF ISLAMIC FINANCE IN KYRGYZSTAN: CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
Authors: Zhuratovich Abdiev Murat , Turdalievich Aripov Niyazali
Published: May 2024

This study examines the burgeoning field of Islamic banking within the Kyrgyz Republic, where Islamic financial institutions have globally amassed assets exceeding $300 billion across 75 countries. Focusing on the theoretical and practical aspects of introducing and expanding Islamic banking in Kyrgyzstan, particularly through the case of Eco-Islamicbank OJSC, the research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the sector's current state, challenges, and future potential. Employing a variety of methodologies including system analysis and comparative methods, and drawing on the works of both international and local scholars in Islamic finance, the study outlines practical recommendations for the sector's development. The analysis reveals Eco-Islamicbank's relative stability as a positive indicator of the sector's viability. It underscores the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic's commitment to fostering Islamic banking as a means to diversify financial services and enhance sector competition. The research highlights the strategic importance of Islamic banking for the Kyrgyz Republic, suggesting its capacity to attract Islamic investments and recommending the expansion of international relations and partnerships with global Islamic financial entities. This contributes to the international scholarship on Islamic banking, illustrating its significance and potential impact on the Kyrgyz economy and beyond.
CFD-modeling of critical deviations of combustion processes in pulverized coal boilers. Part 1. Construction of the TPP-210A boiler calculation model
Authors: Bondzyk D. L , Baranyuk O. V , Vorobyov M. V , Chernyavskyy M. V , Kosyachkov O. V
Published: May 2024

Purpose. Development of a mathematical model for predicting critical deviations of furnace processes during the operation of anthracite boilers converted to burning sub-bituminous coal, including in non-design modes of operation. Verification of the calculation model of the TPP-210A boiler of the 300 MW power unit on the design fuel – anthracite for further analysis of its operation on sub-bituminous coal. Methodology. Modelling of solid fuel combustion was performed with the help of finite-element CFD models of the boiler unit in the ANSYS-Fluent software complex with the determination of the relevant characteristics of the boiler. Findings. Finite-element CFD models were developed according to the working drawings of the TPP-210A boiler and its burner device, reconstructed for burning sub-bituminous coal. Verification of the results of CFD modeling was carried out for the case of burning the design fuel – anthracite in the design operating modes. It is shown that the discrepancy between the results and the experiment does not exceed 6.5 %, which allows the use of the developed computer model for simulating the burning of sub-bituminous coal, including in non-design operating modes. The obtained results are the basis for further calculations of the operation of the TPP-210A boiler of the 300 MW power unit on sub-bituminous coal with the determination and minimization of the factors of critical deviations of furnace processes that lead to thermal damage of wall screens. Originality. For the first time, CFD modelling has taken into account all the design features of the burner devices of the TPP-210A boiler, reconstructed for burning sub-bituminous coal with the introduction of a steam ejector of a high-concentration dust pipe under rarefaction to the central air channel. For the first time, the distribution of thermal resistances has been applied as boundary conditions on the walls of the fuel tank for the case of burning sub-bituminous coal. The validity of these approaches was confirmed by the verification of the results. Practical value. The verified computer model of the TPP-210A boiler of the 300 MW power unit converted to burning sub-bituminous coal will allow determining and minimizing the factors of critical deviations of furnace processes which lead to thermal damage of wall screens. This will contribute to increasing the reliability and improving the technical and economic indicators of the boilers of the Trypilska TPP, where 3 such boilers are operating, and other power plants (Zmiyivska, Kryvorizka, Prydniprovska), where similar anthracite boilers are planned to be converted to sub-bituminous coal.
A hybrid ICEEMDAN and OMEDA-based vibrodiagnosis method for the bearing of rolling stock
Authors: Puzyr V. H , Mykhalkiv S. V , Plakhtii O. A
Published: May 2024

Purpose. To develop a hybrid method based on ICEEMDAN and OMEDA for high-fidelity detection of the diagnostic features of the technical condition of roller bearing. Methodology. Due to digital signal processing the search was made of the informative components on the broadband spectra, envelope spectra, squared envelope spectra. The usage of the methods of mathematical statistics for the selection of informative IMFs as a result of iterative calculate procedures. The introduction of blind deconvolution method with a proper objective function for the enhancement of impulse fault features. Findings. The use of traditional spectral methods provided an incomplete list of diagnostic features of bearing roller damage. The empirical mode decomposition (EMD) method and its minor versions provide the series of intrinsic mode functions (IMFs). On the broadband vibration spectra of the selected low-frequency IMFs, diagnostic features were not detected in a sufficient number. Further research focused on the development of a hybrid method that takes into account the demodulation procedure of the high-frequency components of those IMFs that were selected according to the complex evaluation index. The Fast Kurtogram technique determined an informative frequency band of 7.2–7.5 kHz for demodulation and construction of the squared envelope spectra, where harmonics of the roller spin frequency and some side bands with a width equal to the separator rotation frequency appeared. The use of OMEDA caused the reduction of residual noise on the squared envelope spectra and bilateral sidebands to appear around all harmonics of the roller spin frequency. Originality. For the first time, the whole list of the diagnostic features of roller faults of the axle-box bearing was identified using the developed hybrid method, which involves steps of noise reduction for enhancing a physical meaning of a proper frequency components, associated with faults. The usage of the optimal minimum entropy deconvolution adjusted method helped to eliminate noise and provide all diagnostic features of the technical condition on the squared envelope spectrum. Practical value. The results of the study help to control the quality of repair of the axle-box rolling bearings on the test rig at the workshop of the freight railway car depot.
Organizational-legal and accounting-analytical aspects of payroll
Authors: Shterma T , Fatkhutdinov V , Prodanchuk M , Bernaziuk O , Synytsia Yu
Published: May 2024

Purpose. To establish directions for improving the organizational, legal, and accounting and analytical aspects of payroll, the state of legal support of the payroll organization. To identify gaps in the legal framework; develop directions for its change. To offer recommendations regarding improvement of payroll accounting organization, increasing incentive function of wages, areas of reorganization of analytical payroll accounting. Methodology. General scientific and special methods of knowledge are used: statistical analysis – to substantiate the inadequacy of institutional legal instruments for operational regulation of payroll accounting; comparison – to expand the use of local law; analysis and synthesis – to identify the reduction of the motivational function of the payroll accounting; induction and deduction – to develop stimulating payroll accounting, changing the salary structure, increasing differentiation in wages; critical analysis – to improve the analytical accounting model; formal and legal methods – to propose a change in legislative norms. Findings. There is a well-founded need for operational reorganization of payroll accounting. For the legal support of operational reorganization, it is proposed to expand the use of local law. Improvements to the analytical accounting model for simplifying data processing, implementation of detailing of payroll accounts, grouping of data by types and forms of payroll are proposed. The approach of reorganizing payroll accounting by changing the shares of the components in the salary structure, ensuring the possibility of normalization and standardization, and expanding the premium form of payroll accounting is proposed. Originality. It is indicated that there are such functions of local law as adaptability, efficiency, providing the opportunity to expand the scope of analytical accounting. The importance of implementing the principle of transparency of payroll accounting to ensure production efficiency is indicated. Changes to the legislation of Ukraine regarding: premium payments, peculiarities of accounting with tying wages to foreign currency, legal definition of in-kind payment are proposed. Practical value. The proposed changes to the legislation of Ukraine, proposals for the expansion of analytical accounting will expand the possibilities of payroll accounting, improve the motivation of employees, and increase the efficiency of production.
Plataforma GenIA: uma proposta de uso da inteligência artificial e da programação intuitiva na criação de objetos de aprendizagem
Authors: Zatti Evandro Alberto , Kalinke Marco Aurélio
Published: May 2024

Na Educação, observa-se, ainda que de forma tímida, o uso de inteligência artificial em diferentes situações que vão desde o suporte à gestão, até as contribuições com os processos de ensino e de aprendizagem. Este artigo apresenta uma pesquisa de doutorado já concluída, que investigou como recursos de inteligência artificial, aliados à programação intuitiva, poderiam ser explorados na criação de uma plataforma destinada à construção de objetos de aprendizagem de Matemática. Para tanto, metodologicamente foram utilizadas a prototipação e a pesquisa em design educacional. Por estar inserida em um programa de doutorado profissional, a pesquisa apresentou, como produto educacional, uma plataforma denominada GenIA, que se baseia nos pilares da programação intuitiva para construir, usando fluxogramas, objetos de aprendizagem de Matemática, assistida por algoritmos de inteligência artificial, fazendo uso de aprendizado de máquina. A plataforma foi validada em diferentes contextos, e se mostrou viável de ser explorada em aulas de Matemática.
An analysis of the generative AI use as analyst in qualitative research in science education
Authors: Rodrigues dos Anjos Juliana , De Souza Maira Giovana , Serrano de Andrade Neto Agostinho , Campello de Souza Bruno
Published: May 2024

The article evaluates the effectiveness of generative artificial intelligence models, specifically ChatGPT 4.0 and Claude 2.0, in conducting qualitative research within the field of scientific education. By applying the Cognitive Networks Mediation Theory (CNMT) to analyze interviews from two students, it was found that Claude 2.0 surpassed ChatGPT 4.0 in recognizing cognitive mediations and distinguishing between pre- and post-test conditions. Although both models concurred on the concept of conceptual evolution, Claude 2.0 demonstrated a greater capacity for detail, notably by referencing specific interview excerpts to support its analyses upon request. In contrast, ChatGPT 4.0 exhibited difficulties in these areas, even when given additional prompts. The study concludes by acknowledging the utility of AI, particularly Claude 2.0, for qualitative research, while also emphasizing the critical role of human oversight in detecting potential deficiencies within these models.
IMPLEMENTATION MULTIMEDIA DEVELOPMENT LIFE CYCLE IN INTERACTIVE MULTIMEDIA DESIGN FOR TRADITIONAL INDONESIAN MUSIC INSTRUMENTS INTRODUCTION
Authors: Zuhdi Aditya Imam , Mustafidah Zahrotul , Nur Alam Muhammad Risqi , Irawan Safira Anggraini
Published: May 2024

This research aims to address the lack of interactive multimedia-based educational media in introducing traditional Indonesian musical instruments to the public, especially children. The issue arises from the fact that the diversity of traditional musical instruments in Indonesia has not been presented attractively in an interactive media format. Therefore, this study utilizes the Multimedia Development Life Cycle (MDLC) method as a guide in designing and developing interactive multimedia. The MDLC stages, namely Concept, Design, Material Collecting, Assembly, Testing, and Distribution, are implemented to ensure that each step of the system development is well-organized. The results of alpha testing indicate that all features of the interactive multimedia work well. Beta testing, involving 36 respondents, yields a rating of 4.52 out of 5, demonstrating that this interactive multimedia is excellent and suitable for use as a learning media for traditional Indonesian musical instruments. This research addresses the gaps in the presentation of educational information by providing an interesting and effective media, especially in the context of traditional musical instruments. Thus, it is expected that this interactive multimedia can enrich the knowledge of the public, especially children, about the cultural wealth of traditional Indonesian musical instruments.
ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK MULTI-LAYER PERCEPTRON FOR DIAGNOSIS OF DIABETES MELLITUS
Authors: Tavares Ofelia Cizela da Costa , Abidin Abdullah Zainal
Published: May 2024

Diabetes Mellitus is a disease caused by an unhealthy lifestyle, so blood sugar is not controlled, causing complications. This disease is one of the most dangerous diseases in the world. Approximately 422 million people worldwide have diabetes, the majority living in low- and middle-income countries, and 1.5 million deaths are caused by diabetes each year. The number of cases and prevalence of diabetes have continued to increase over the last few decades. Artificial Neural Networks are a part of machine learning that can solve various problems. One of them is in terms of disease diagnosis. MLP has the advantage that learning is done repeatedly to create a durable, consistent system that works well. This research aims to implement the Multi-Layer Perceptron Artificial Neural Network method for diagnosing diabetes mellitus and then evaluating the MLP by analyzing precision, recall, f1 score, and calculating accuracy. Next, it is validated with k-fold cross-validation. In the experiment in this study, several scenarios were used, and the best scenario was obtained when using eight input layers, seven hidden layers, one output layer, and 5000 iterations. The experiment results showed that the multi-layer perceptron successfully classified diabetics and non-diabetics by percentage. Precision 77.24%, Recall 72.58%, F1 Score 76.86%, accuracy 75%, and average accuracy 78.01%.
Análise das internações por Doença Inflamatória Intestinal na região Nordeste
Authors: Melo Vinícius Couto de Albuquerque , Vieira Rodolfo da Silva , Paradis Rafael Joseph Macedo , Souza Maria Denise de Andrade , Bastos Gabriel Aguiar Cardoso de Argôllo , Santos Emilly Karolliny Soares , Santana Vanessa Ramos de Faria , Silva Bibione Tercia de Oliveira , Prado Carla Azevedo , Rollemberg Carlos Eduardo Vieira
Published: May 2024

Introdução: A Doença Inflamatória Intestinal (DII) pertence a um grupo de doenças crônicas, de etiopatogenia ainda não esclarecidas, que atingem todo o trato gastrointestinal (TGI). Os principais tipos de DII são a doença de Crohn (DC) e a Retocolite Ulcerativa. Assim, esse artigo tem o objetivo analisar o perfil epidemiológico da Doença inflamatória intestinal por hospitalização na Região Nordeste no período de 2013 a 2023. Metodologia: realizou-se um estudo epidemiológico transversal descritivo embasado no departamento de informação de saúde do SUS (DATA/SUS) utilizando as variáveis: internações hospitalares, taxa de mortalidade, óbitos, faixa etária, cor/raça, sexo, caráter de atendimento e macrorregião de saúde, média de internação hospitalar. Resultados: 1185600 internações ocorreram no período estudado, sendo a região sudeste mais acometida em relação ao número de hospitalizações, e a região norte menos atingida. Em congruência com a região com mais internações, a região sudeste também apresentou o maior valor de gastos e óbitos em relação à DII. Conclusão: destaca-se a importância dos estudos já publicados e a necessidade de estimular sua ampliação, a fim de promover uma discussão mais abrangente sobre medidas de profilaxia e implementação de tratamento precoce adequado para melhorar a qualidade de vida dos pacientes afetados por essa patologia.
Perfil clínico-epidemiológico dos pacientes atendidos no centro de hemodiálise de Pinheiro no estado do Maranhão
Authors: Santos Luciane de Jesus Mendes , Ferreira Teresa Cristina Alves , Pereira Junior José Rodrigues , Rodrigues Yasmim Campos , Ferreira Filipe Salomão de Sousa , Araújo Cristiene Neta de Sá , Rocha Kelven Patrick Queiroz
Published: May 2024

O objetivo deste estudo foi descrever o perfil clínico-epidemiológico dos pacientes com doença renal crônica (DRC) dialítica atendidos no Centro de Hemodiálise de Pinheiro no Estado do Maranhão, por meio da análise de prontuários. É um estudo transversal, com base em 204 prontuários de pacientes que iniciaram tratamento no período de agosto de 2020 a agosto de 2022. O grupo populacional mais acometido foi do sexo masculino (63,2%), pardos (80,9%), solteiros (33,3%) e com baixa escolaridade (51%). Houve a predominância de pacientes procedentes de outros municípios (77%). A faixa etária de início da hemodiálise (HD) de maior ocorrência foi de 35-59 (48%). Os óbitos ocorreram principalmente na faixa etária de maiores de 60 anos (50%). A maioria dos pacientes estavam em HD de 1-5 anos (71,1%). A confecção da fístula arteriovenosa (FAV) ocorreu em até 1 ano para 57,6% dos pacientes. 40,2% aguardaram até 1 ano de início de diálise em outros municípios, até conseguirem a transferência para Pinheiro. Percentual significativo dos pacientes (94,6%) iniciou HD por cateter, mas a FAV já é o acesso vascular para 57,8%. Infecção por cateter foi bastante significativa, com 88,7%. A maioria apresenta sorologias negativas (95,1%). A patologia de base que mais se destacou foi o Diabetes Mellitus (DM) com 41,2% e a Hipertensão Arterial Sistêmica (HAS), a comorbidade mais prevalente, respondeu por 44,3%. As principais doenças causadoras de doença renal na população estudada foi diabetes e hipertensão, condições mórbidas possíveis de tratamento na atenção básica de saúde, mostrando que há necessidade de melhoria nas políticas de saúde dos diversos municípios da baixada maranhense.
Analysis of the Effectiveness of Utilization of Regional Owned-Asset to Increase Regional Revenue
Authors: Astuti Zulfita Fidi , Hananto Santoso Tri , Asrihapsari Andi
Published: May 2024

Utilization of Regional Owned-Asset (Indonesian: Barang Milik Daerah, abbreviated BMD) is one of the opportunities for regions to increase Original Local Government Revenue (Indonesian: Pendapatan Asli Daerah, abbreviated PAD). This study aims at analyzing the effectiveness of implementing BMD utilization to increase PAD. It is a case study at Regional Income and Asset Financial Management Agency (Indonesian: Badan Pengelolaan Keuangan dan Aset Daerah, abbreviated BPKAD) Surakarta. A qualitative descriptive approach is employed in this study. The data are in the form of primary and secondary data and were obtained from the data of the utilization of BMD that has been implemented and reports on the realization of regional income and expenditure budgets. The results of this study show that BMD utilization in Surakarta is implemented effectively although it is still not optimal. The utilization of BMD has contributed to PAD Surakarta by showing an increase every year. Even though it has increased, the contribution of the use of BMD to PAD is little, which is under one percent of all other PAD components. Surakarta government needs to optimize the use of BMD and innovations or groundbreaking ideas to increase the contribution rate to Surakarta's PAD.
Pendampingan Anak dalam Mengenal dan Melestarikan Budaya Lokal melalui Komunitas Seni Karawitan Kabupaten Mojokerto
Authors: Al Mubarok Ahmad Aly Syukron Aziz , Bastian A Fandi
Published: May 2024

In the modern era, children's awareness of Karawitan culture, especially elementary school students, is decreasing because many foreign cultures have stepped foot in Indonesia. The children's interest in studying foreign cultures is much greater than studying their own culture. This is the basis for holding Karawitan mentoring activities at SDN Ngastemi 1 Bangsal and SDN Dukuhngarjo Jatirejo, Mojokerto Regency, to stimulate and encourage students' awareness of local culture, particularly in Karawitan. The method used in this community engagement was Participatory Action Research (PAR). The data were obtained from several steps, namely visiting the village elders, introducing gamelan notation and its way, and training for gamelan. After participating in this community engagement, the children received support from teachers, parents and the surrounding community in caring for and preserving local culture.
Pengembangan Seni Hidangan Alternatif dan Terinspirasi pada Kader Posyandu Balita Sesuai Kandungan Gizi Isi Piringku di Desa Karangsono Kabupaten Jember
Authors: Ayudani Saskia Nadhira , Diyanah Khuliyah Candraning , Sukma Pawitra Aditya Sukma , Febriani Nur Rahma , Aliyah F. Himmatul , Saputra Ardan , Az'zahroh Na'ilah Putri , Rofiudin Muhammad Ilham , Pristafania Triana , Azhari Akbar Maulana , Anisa Nabila Berlianny Nur , Lusiandari Ria , Suprayogi Tri Wahyu
Published: May 2024

Stunting poses a serious health issue in Indonesia. In 2022, the national prevalence of stunting stood at 22.6%, exceeding the World Health Organization's requirement of below 20%. According to the Indonesian Nutrition Status Survey (SSGI) 2022 by the Ministry of Health, Jember Regency has the highest prevalence of stunted toddlers in East Java, reaching 34.9% or approximately 35,000 toddlers. To address the stunting problem, health efforts are being made through the prevention of stunting diseases with the implementation of the "SEHATI" (Seni Hidangan Alternatif dan Terinspirasi or Alternative or Inspired Food Art) program in Karangsono Village, Bangsalsari Subdistrict, Jember Regency. This program involves community health volunteers managing meals according to the "Isi Piringku" guidelines with appropriate nutritional content for toddlers. The aim of this activity is to raise awareness and knowledge among community health volunteers about the importance of managing balanced and nutritious meals according to the "Isi Piringku" program issued by the Ministry of Health. This study uses a Pre-Experimental Design method with a Pretest-Posttest design model to measure the increase in knowledge of community health volunteers after socialization about the "Isi Piringku" program. The research results show that 90% of volunteers experienced an average knowledge increase of 13.5 after the counseling activities. The "SEHATI" program successfully stimulates children's appetite through unique and appealing foods with balanced nutritional value. The "SEHATI" program is expected to serve as an example for the community in preparing balanced and nutritious meals for children. Through accurate and easily understandable nutrition education, it is hoped that awareness of the importance of healthy and nutritious food intake will increase, ultimately aiding in the prevention of stunting and other nutritional problems in Jember Regency.
Utilising tourist pictures to generate 3D models and automatic multi-view stereo network design
Authors: Khan Mohammad Amir , Al-sareji Osamah J.
Published: May 2024

The design of image networks plays a pivotal role in image-based 3D shape reconstruction and data processing, particularly when applying combined SfM/MVS methods. This paper presents an approach to designing and planning a multi-view images network for cultural heritage objects and sites based on a rough 3D model generated from public datasets of tourist images. Images for three famous cultural heritage buildings in India, namely Taj Mahal, Qutub Minar and Hawa Mahal, were used in this study to achieve the targeted goal. The results obtained confirmed that the Agisoft Metashape software made it possible to acceptably reconstruct the entire body of the studied structures. However, it the results showed when generating point clouds and 3D models of slender objects, i.e., the Qutub Minar, it is not possible to use only images acquired from the ground since most tourists wishing to correctly represent the shape take tilted images. For this reason, it is necessary to use videos or photos from UAVs. Generally, it can be concluded that the adopted approach in this study is a promising alternative for the conventional methods that are currently used for the shape reconstruction of cultural heritage objects and sites.
Modelling of phosphate removal from water by an eco-friendly material
Authors: Mubarak Hayfaa A. , Arab Maliheh
Published: May 2024

Phosphate is a prevalent chemical element in the Earth's crust, and its presence in water can lead to eutrophication. To address this issue, researchers have explored various methods for removing phosphate from water and wastewater. Filtration methods have been shown to be effective, but they can be costly due to the materials used. Recent studies have focused on finding more cost-effective alternatives. This study examines the potential of using furnace bottom ashes (FBAs) from the iron industry to remove phosphate from synthetic water. The study considers different operational conditions, such as detention times, FBA doses, and phosphate concentrations, to identify the most effective and affordable removal approach. The results indicate that FBAs can be a highly efficient alternative for phosphate removal, with an optimum removal of 97.1% at 120 minutes retention time, 10 mg/L phosphate concentration, 10 mg/L FBA doses, and pH of 7.5. The findings are used to develop a highly reliable model with an R2 value of 0.97.
Manufacturing a new electrochemical sensor for the determination of silver ions and its application to X-ray waste
Authors: Al-Samarrai Shatha Y.
Published: May 2024

This study includes the determination of ion sliver using a nano electrochemical sensor GE-AgNPs coated on a weir sliver, which was prepared from the reaction of silver nanoparticles AgNPs extracted from tea leaves with drops of sodium hydroxide solution forming a black precipitate from. This precipitate was used to manufacture the selective electrode. This is the first time that this method is applied in the manufacture of selective electrodes without using organic chemical precipitants. The manufactured nanoparticles were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD).), and atomic force microscopy (AFM). Also, the properties and specifications of the manufactured nanoelectrod were studied through the optimal conditions, determination of the concentration range, the minimum Nernst response, the minimum electrode sensation, the response time, temperature, the pH range, the calculation of accuracy and compatibility, the calculation of the detection limit, and the response of the electrode to the range of concentrations of (1×10-1-1×109) molar and the correlation coefficient R2 = 0.9993 at a temperature of 30 C˚and the pH range (6-8), the limit of detection (1.0 ×1010) ) molar and a response time of (3-10) seconds. The study also included the determination of the selectivity of the manufactured Nano electrode in the presence of a solution of Silver Ions and its successful application on the X-ray Image Waste containing ion sliver.
Use of Sodium-Glucose Co-transporter-2 Inhibitors after Acute Myocardial Infarction
Authors: Mikhail Nasser
Published: May 2024

Whether sodium-glucose co-transporters-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors have beneficial effects on cardiovascular (CV) events and mortality if given within few days from acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is unknown. The DAPA-MI trial (n= 4,107) is the only available study designed to evaluate the impact of administration of dapagliflozin on CV outcomes and mortality if started within 10 days from occurrence of an AMI. Using the win-ratio approach, the primary outcome of the DAPA-MI trial was the hierarchical composite of death, hospitalization for heart failure (HFF), nonfatal myocardial infraction (MI), atrial fibrillation/flutter, incident type 2 diabetes, New York Heart Association Functional Class (NYHAFC) at the last visit, and weight decrease of 5% or greater. After a median duration of follow-up of 11.6 months, the win ratio was in favor of dapagliflozin being 1.34 (95% CI, 1.20 to 1.50, P< 0.001). This improvement in win ratio was mainly attributed to weight reduction (-1.65 kg versus placebo), 47% lower rates of incident type 2 diabetes [hazard ratio (HR) 0.53, 95% CI, 0.36 to 0.77)], and mild amelioration in NYHAFC. However, there was tendency toward increase in all-cause death (HR 1.22, 95% CI, 0.77 to 1.92), CV death (HR 1.15, 95% CI, 0.66 to 2.01), all-cause hospitalization (HR 1.12, 95% CI, 0.98 to 1.29), and non-fatal MI (HR 1.11, 95% CI, 0.72 to 1.71) with dapagliflozin. In the EMMY trial, empagliflozin when initiated within 3 days of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with AMI decreased serum levels of N-terminal pro-hormone of brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) by 15% and marginally improved left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) by 1.5% compared with placebo. The ongoing EMPACT-MI trial should clarify the effects of empagliflozin on hard CV outcomes and mortality in patients with recent AMI. In conclusion, current data suggests that early use of SGLT2 inhibitors within days after acute MI may reduce incidence of type 2 diabetes and body weight, but it was associated with a trend toward increased all-cause death, CV death, and MI. Further studies are needed before recommending the early initiation of SGLT2 inhibitors following AMI.
LIFE: A metric for quantitatively mapping the impact of land-cover change on global extinctions
Authors: Eyres Alison , Ball Thomas , Dales Michael , Swinfield Tom , Arnell Andy , Baisero Daniele , Durán América Paz , Green Jonathan , Green Rhys E , Madhavapeddy Anil , Balmford Andrew
Published: May 2024

Human-driven habitat loss is recognised as the greatest cause of biodiversity loss yet to date we lack robust, spatially explicit metrics quantifying the impacts of anthropogenic changes in habitat extent on species’ extinctions. Existing metrics either fail to consider species identity or focus solely on recent habitat losses. The persistence score approach developed by Durán et al. (2020) (1) represented an important development by combining species’ ecologies and land-cover data whilst considering the cumulative and non-linear impact of past habitat loss on species’ probability of extinction. However, it is computationally demanding, limiting its global use and application. Here we couple the persistence score approach with high-performance computing to generate global maps of what we term the LIFE (Land-cover change Impacts on Future Extinctions) metric for 29772 species of terrestrial vertebrates at 1 arc-minute resolution (3.4km2 at the equator). These maps provide quantitative estimates, for the first time, of the marginal changes in the expected number of extinctions (both increases and decreases) caused by (1) converting remaining natural vegetation to agriculture, and (2) restoring farmland to natural habitat. We demonstrate statistically that this approach integrates information on species richness, endemism, and past habitat loss. Our resulting maps can be used to 10% certainty at scales from 0.5-1000km2, and offer unprecedented opportunities to estimate the impact on extinctions of diverse actions that change land cover, from individual dietary choices through to global protected area development.
The Poincare Polynomial of an Arrangement with the Trio Separation Property
Authors: Pearson Kelly , Zhang Tan
Published: May 2024

An arrangement of hyperplanes with a modular element in its intersection lattice has a Poincaré polynomial which factors; this was proven by Stanley in the setting of geometric lattices. This note proves a factorization in the setting of hyperplane arrangements under two conditions which imply a modular element. Two well known reflection arrangements serve as motivation and their Poincaré polynomials are computed using the main theorem of this note.
Mukai Conjecture
Authors: Song Lei
Published: May 2024

In algebraic geometry, syzygies roughly refers to the relations of defining equations of a projective variety embedded in a projective space. They are defined in terms of a minimal graded free resolution for the homogeneous coordinate ring over a polynomial ring. Since the resolution is unique up to isomorphism, it makes sense to talk about the number of a minimal set of generators of given degree in any syzygy module.
The Influence of Pastor’s Leadership Style on The Faith Growth of The Congregation at GBT Kristus Ajaib Surabaya
Authors: Edom Purwoto Rehuel Obed , Stella Yunita , Wibowo Daniel Ari
Published: May 2024

Every member of the church is expected to experience ideal faith growth. However, in reality, many congregations still struggle to achieve this ideal growth. Even at GBT Kristus Ajaib Surabaya, several congregations face challenges in attaining ideal faith growth. These challenges include a tendency to become complacent with online worship, leading to laziness in attending physical services, and a misguided motivation for worship, driven by expectations of economic assistance in the form of money or groceries. The objective of this study is to investigate whether the pastor's leadership style influences the faith growth of the congregation at GBT Kristus Ajaib Surabaya. This research employs quantitative methods, with 78 church members participating as respondents. Data collection was conducted through a questionnaire and analyzed using simple linear regression. The leadership style instrument utilized in this study is based on the dimensional theory proposed by Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard, while the faith growth instrument is based on the dimensional theory by Benson, Donahue, and Erickson. The analysis reveals a positive correlation between the pastor's leadership style and the congregation's faith growth. The study concludes that the pastor's leadership style significantly impacts the congregation's faith growth at GBT Kristus Ajaib Surabaya, accounting for 60.1% of the variance. Therefore, collaborative efforts are necessary from government bodies, synods, and local churches to foster further growth in the congregation's faith.
Metabolic trajectories of diabetic ketoacidosis onset described by breath analysis
Authors: Awchi Mo , Singh Kapil Dev , Brenner Sara Bachmann , Burckhardt Marie-Anne , Hess Melanie , Zeng Jiafa , Datta Alexandre N. , Frey Urs , Zumsteg Urs , Szinnai Gabor , Sinues Pablo
Published: May 2024

Purpose

This feasibility study aimed to investigate the use of exhaled breath analysis to capture and quantify relative changes of metabolites during resolution of acute diabetic ketoacidosis under insulin and rehydration therapy.

Methods

Breath analysis was conducted on 30 patients of which 5 with DKA. They inflated Nalophan bags, and their metabolic content was subsequently interrogated by secondary electrospray ionization high-resolution mass spectrometry (SESI-HRMS).

Results

SESI-HRMS analysis showed that acetone, pyruvate, and acetoacetate, which are well known to be altered in DKA, were readily detectable in breath of participants with DKA. In addition, a total of 665 mass spectral features were found to significantly correlate with base excess and prompt metabolic trajectories toward an in-control state as they progress toward homeostasis.

Conclusion

This study provides proof-of-principle for using exhaled breath analysis in a real ICU setting for DKA monitoring. This non-invasive new technology provides new insights and a more comprehensive overview of the effect of insulin and rehydration during DKA treatment.
Effects of circulating inflammatory proteins on osteoporosis and fractures: evidence from genetic correlation and Mendelian randomization study
Authors: Zheng Qingcong , Wang Du , Lin Rongjie , Li Zhechen , Chen Yuchao , Chen Rongsheng , Zheng Chunfu , Xu Weihong
Published: May 2024

Objective

There is a controversy in studies of circulating inflammatory proteins (CIPs) in association with osteoporosis (OP) and fractures, and it is unclear if these two conditions are causally related. This study used MR analyses to investigate the causal associations between 91 CIPs and OP and 9 types of fractures.

Methods

Genetic variants data for CIPs, OP, and fractures were obtained from the publicly available genome-wide association studies (GWAS) database. We used inverse variance weighted (IVW) as the primary analysis, pleiotropy, and heterogeneity tests to analyze the validity and robustness of causality and reverse MR analysis to test for reverse causality.

Results

The IVW results with Bonferroni correction indicated that CXCL11 (OR = 1.2049; 95% CI: 1.0308-1.4083; P = 0.0192) can increase the risk of OP; IL-4 (OR = 1.2877; 95% CI: 1.1003-1.5070; P = 0.0016), IL-7 (OR = 1.2572; 95% CI: 1.0401-1.5196; P = 0.0180), IL-15RA (OR = 1.1346; 95% CI: 1.0163-1.2668; P = 0.0246), IL-17C (OR = 1.1353; 95% CI: 1.0272-1.2547; P = 0.0129), CXCL10 (OR = 1.2479; 95% CI: 1.0832-1.4377; P = 0.0022), eotaxin/CCL11 (OR = 1.1552; 95% CI: 1.0525-1.2678; P = 0.0024), and FGF23 (OR = 1.9437; 95% CI: 1.1875-3.1816; P = 0.0082) can increase the risk of fractures; whereas IL-10RB (OR = 0.9006; 95% CI: 0.8335-0.9730; P = 0.0080), CCL4 (OR = 0.9101; 95% CI: 0.8385-0.9878; P = 0.0242), MCP-3/CCL7 (OR = 0.8579; 95% CI: 0.7506-0.9806; P = 0.0246), IFN-γ [shoulder and upper arm (OR = 0.7832; 95% CI: 0.6605-0.9287; P = 0.0049); rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine (OR = 0.7228; 95% CI: 0.5681-0.9197; P = 0.0083)], β-NGF (OR = 0.8384; 95% CI: 0.7473-0.9407; P = 0.0027), and SIRT2 (OR = 0.5167; 95% CI: 0.3296-0.8100; P = 0.0040) can decrease fractures risk.

Conclusion

Mendelian randomization (MR) analyses indicated the causal associations between multiple genetically predicted CIPs and the risk of OP and fractures.