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Enhancing Industrial Efficiency: A Holistic Review of Machine Selection and Cost of Quality Optimization Strategies for Sustainable Growth
Authors: Kumar Rohit
Published: April 2024

In today's rapidly evolving industrial environment, the optimization of machine selection and effective management of the cost of quality are paramount for ensuring sustainable growth and competitiveness. This paper offers a comprehensive review of strategies aimed at enhancing industrial efficiency through meticulous machine selection and cost of quality optimization.
Necessity and Design of Roof Top Rain Water Harvesting System
Authors: Kumar Sachin
Published: April 2024

Abstract: Rainwater harvesting involves collecting rainwater and recycling it for various potable and non-potable water uses. Currently, the water scarcity crisis is rapidly increasing, mainly due to lack of proper monitoring and control. This document was developed to assess the effectiveness of rainwater harvesting systems and the impact of their implementation. The article examines the feasibility in terms of rainwater harvesting and reducing pollutant emissions. Rainwater is collected on the roof and made drinkable after quality analysis. The case is a stormwater drainage project recharge wells were built to recharge groundwater. Also, for controlling water overflow from storage tanks are designed to provide water for horticulture and other non-potable uses. This allows the system to efficiently store rainwater and recycle it for various purposes. Helps reduce addiction groundwater supply, maintaining the groundwater level in the region and preventing overexploitation of groundwater requirements in growing population.
Multi-Purpose Autonomous Agricultural Robot
Authors: Madhavi Mrs. G
Published: April 2024

Abstract: The machine designed here for agricultural forms provides excellent service to the farmers while planting the seeds. Because this machine performs 4 important functions such as, 1. Plough tool: The plough is known as nagali or Nagal in Indian languages, and it is used to tillage the soil, tillage is the basic operation in farming. It is done to create favourable conditions for seed placement. This is done mainly with a plow. 2. Seed planting mechanism. 3. Soil levelling mechanism. 4. Water sprinkling mechanism. All these 4 mechanisms are arranged to a single motorized body that performs the above four functions one after another in a sequence, and therefore it is called a Multi-purpose Autonomous Agricultural Robot. Since the machine is designed as compact and portable, it is controlled through a remote.
Characteristics of the Arzangarzan Dam\'s Non-Destructive Testing Strategy to Prevent Siltation
Authors: Pandit Dr. Bashir Ahmad
Published: April 2024

Abstract: The study addresses non-destructive testing strategies for preventing the Arzangarzan dam from silting up in future. The results of the solution to the Arzangarzan dam's silting issue are shown in this article, allowing runoff regions to manage their water resources more sensibly. Future sediment changes are predicted taking into account the dam's increased overgrowth, additional channel processing, a decline in afforestation, and an increase in cultivated land in the downstream regions. The primary strategies for enhancing the flow of sediment into the dead volume bowl are examined, and methods for resolving the siltation issue by clearing the flooded channels are suggested. This method is employed in dams (reservoirs) with flow because its fundamental principle is that suspended sediments are carried into the bowl of the "dead" volume of the dam by the water flow, while silt sediments are agitated with the assistance of a floating dredger equipped with water jets, preventing pulp from being drawn into the dredger. It should be mentioned that the primary factor used to identify boundaries in georadar studies of clay and loam soils is moisture content. In our situation, the electrical resistance of the soils was much decreased by the slightly mineralized water and filtration; as a result, the lithological composition can only be separated on the major lithological differences. With soil moisture levels above 30–45% and high mineralization in soils that have a low resistance, the study was conducted at a maximum depth of 4-6 meters.
Perceived Organizational Support and Organizational Commitment among IT Employees
Authors: Philip Lisa
Published: April 2024

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between Perceived Organizational Support (POS) and Organizational Commitment (OC) among IT employees in Bengaluru. The study was conducted on a sample population of 210 individuals who are IT employees in Bengaluru, using Perceived Organizational Support Scale and Organizational Commitment Scale. The research reveals a significant positive correlation between Perceived Organizational Support and Organizational Commitment, highlighting the crucial role of organizational support in fostering employee commitment. Regression analysis further confirms the influential impact of perceived organizational support on organizational commitment. Additionally, the study explores differences in the variables across the different modes of work. These findings emphasize the importance of creating a supportive work environment to enhance employee commitment and organizational success.
Analyzing Strength Parameters in Fiber-Reinforced Concrete: Compressive, Tensile & Flexural Strength Evaluation
Authors: Rao Dr. A. Krishna
Published: April 2024

Abstract: The present day world is witnessing the construction of very challenging and difficult civil engineering structures. Quite often, concrete being the most important and widely used material is called upon to possess very high strength and sufficient workability properties. Researchers all over the world are attempting to develop high performance concretes by using fibers and other admixtures in concrete up to certain proportions. Concrete is a brittle material that has low tensile strength and low strain capacity. In fact, many deteriorations and failures in the concrete structures are due to the brittle nature of this material. These disadvantages may be avoided by adding short discontinuous fibers to plain concrete which has been a major motivation for many research works in recent years. Fibers are added into a brittle-matrix composite to help improve three major aspects, toughness, ductility and strength (tensile). Fibers tend to increase toughness of the composite material by bridging the cracks and provide energy absorption mechanism related to de-bonding and fiber pull-out. Concrete is the composition of aggregates, cement. Fiber reinforcement involves micro- reinforcement of fiber in concrete.
Integration of Colour Decoding Agri Fertilizer Robot
Authors: Waghmare Rushikesh
Published: April 2024

Abstract: In India, the most widely used pesticide sprayer among farmers is the backpack type due to its affordability and simplicity. However, manual operation is time-consuming and poses health risks. To address these issues, we propose a robotic system with a plant spraying mechanism capable of adjusting spray settings for different colors. This compact, portable platform utilizes sensor technology for autonomous navigation. Our aim is to design a pesticide sprayer with adjustable spraying intervals and color variations, with a focus on the 3D design aspects of the system.
Web Based: Online Voting System
Authors: Manapure Sujit
Published: April 2024

Abstract: Online voting systems offer a promising avenue for modernizing electoral processes, providing convenience and accessibility to voters. However, ensuring the security and integrity of such systems remains a critical challenge. This abstract proposes the integration of web camera authentication as a novel approach to enhance security and inclusivity in online voting systems. Traditional methods of user authentication in online voting systems rely on passwords, usernames, and possibly additional security measures such as two-factor authentication (2FA).
Revolutionizing Career Advancement: A Comprehensive Research on a Resume Builder Application
Authors: Mohanan Martin , Belwal Poorva , Kapoor Samit , Sharma Satya , Kushwah Mrs. Kirti
Published: April 2024

Abstract: This abstract describes a modern Resume Builder Application that serves both job seekers and recruiters. It provides a comprehensive platform for producing, assessing, and matching resumes.The Resume Builder Application uses advanced natural language processing and machine learning to help users create personalized and visually appealing resumes. The userfriendly design provides a smooth experience by emphasizing significant abilities, experiences, and achievements. The application provides dynamic templates and content optimization features to guarantee resumes meet industry standards and attract recruiters' attention.The application offers a powerful candidate management solution to organizational users. Recruiters can search and filter a consolidated database of resumes to locate applicants who satisfy specific specifications. The program's powerful matching algorithm compares resumes to job descriptions for efficient candidate shortlisting and accurate alignment with company goals.The program's analytics platform helps employers track diversity data and enhance hiring practices.The resume builder application is a unique digital tool that can be used by individuals at any stage of their career. It becomes an easy-to-use platform for creating, editing, or updating resumes and portfolios by offering personalized career paths, skill evaluation, up-to-date job market information, and a valuable professional network. In order to protect sensitive data, the application also prioritizes privacy and data security and complies with industry requirements. Custom privacy settings allow individuals to maintain control over how their resumes are displayed
Machine Learning Approaches to Credit Card Fraud Detection
Authors: Kadam Deepali P. , Chiparikar Rushabh S. , Kamble Mahesh A. , Attarde Medha H.
Published: April 2024

Abstract: Credit card fraud continues to be a major problem in today's digital world, and it needs to be detected and prevented. With the rise of online shopping, the risk of fraud goes up, so we need to find better ways to stop it. Machine learning algorithms are a promising way to spot fraudulent transactions in large amounts of credit card data. But there are challenges to algorithm accuracy, such as not having enough data, having too few examples of fraud, and fraudsters using new tricks all the time. In this study we have looked how well three common machine learning algorithms—Random Forest, Decision Tree, and Logistic Regression—work at spotting credit card fraud using real-world data from transactions. To balance the uneven distribution of fraudulent and genuine transactions, we use SMOTE. We compare algorithms using precision and recall, which measure their ability to identify fraud accurately. Machine learning models analyse historical transactions, recognizing patterns that distinguish normal and fraudulent behaviour. This approach improves fraud detection for credit card transactions, ensuring financial security in online commerce
Public Value Creation in Local Government Context: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Widiono Genut Wahyu , Fathurrahman Reza , Wijaksono Jagad
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to identify the development of the public value creation’s concept in the context of local government in the last twenty years (2002 – 2022). The 177 scientific publications in the form of articles and conference papers that were selected from the Scopus Database were further analyzed using bibliometric analysis, which combined performance analysis and science mapping techniques. The analysis results show an increase in the number of publications dominated by western countries which can be categorized into five research clusters: e-government, smart city, public governance, co-creation, and public management. The researcher recommends fifteen research topics that can be explored further in future research.
Institutional Capacity and Sustainability of Customary Forests: Customary Forest Management in Rantau Kermas Village
Authors: Lega Michael , Wahid Makmun , Darminto Citra
Published: April 2024

The urgency of managing natural resources, especially customary forests, is increasing along with climate change and environmental degradation, which threaten the sustainability of the global ecosystem. This research aims to investigate the role of customary forest management in maintaining environmental sustainability and the welfare of local communities while identifying institutional capacity to achieve these goals. This research involves an in-depth case study of the Customary Forest Management Group (KPHA) in Rantau Kermas Village. Data sources were obtained through interviews, documentation and observation. This study also utilized the Nvivo 12 Plus analysis tool to assist with data coding. This research reveals that effective customary forest management can maintain a balanced ecosystem, protect biodiversity, and provide economic benefits to local communities. Strengthening institutional capacity through community participation, strong regulations, and collaboration with various related parties is the key to achieving this goal. This research implies the importance of supporting and developing sustainable customary forest management practices and strengthening institutional capacity to ensure environmental sustainability and the welfare of local communities in the future.
Managers’ view towards sustainability reporting: Evidence from Iceland
Authors: Poulsen Ingi , Sigurjonsson Throstur Olaf
Published: April 2024

This study investigates the response of Icelandic firms to mandatory sustainability reporting laws, focusing on the synergy between legal mandates, corporate governance, and external pressures. Employing a qualitative approach through semi-structured interviews, the findings reveal that while legislation has brought sustainability to the forefront, stakeholder pressure is the key driver behind sustainability reporting. The research highlights the critical role of independent assurance in enhancing the credibility of these disclosures and calls for strengthened regulatory frameworks to ensure transparent, effective reporting that meets international standards (Posadas et al., 2023; Doni et al., 2020). By examining the Icelandic context, the paper provides valuable insights for policymakers and corporate entities on the need for legislative improvements. It anticipates future regulatory tightening to enforce more comprehensive sustainability reporting requirements, contributing to the discourse on mandatory versus voluntary reporting mechanisms.
Machine learning-derived asthma phenotypes in a representative Swedish adult population
Authors: Bashir Muwada Bashir Awad , Lisik Daniil , Ermis Saliha Selin Özuygur , Basna Rani , Abohalaka Reshed , Ercan Selin , Backman Helena , Pullerits Teet , Mincheva Roxana , Wennergren Göran , Rådinger Madeleine , Lötvall Jan , Ekerljung Linda , Kankaanranta Hannu , Nwaru Bright
Published: April 2024

Background Asthma is a heterogenous airway disease
characterized by multiple phenotypes. Unbiased identification of these
phenotypes is paramount for optimizing asthma management.
Objectives To identify and characterize asthma phenotypes based
on a broad set of attributes using a novel machine learning approach in
a representative sample of Swedish adults. Methods Deep
learning clustering was used to derive asthma phenotypes in a sample of
1,895 subjects aged 16-75, drawn from the ongoing West Sweden Asthma
Study. The algorithm integrated 47 variables encompassing demographics,
risk factors, asthma triggers, pulmonary function, disease severity,
allergy, and comorbidity profiles. The optimal clustering solution was
selected by combining statistical metrics and clinical interpretation.
Results A four-cluster solution was determined to reliably
represent the data, resulting in distinct phenotypes described as: (1)
troublesome, late-onset, non-atopic asthma with smoking ( n=458,
24.2%); 2) female-dominated early adult-onset asthma ( n=545,
28.7%); 3) adult-onset asthma with high inflammation ( n=358,
18.9%); and 4) early-onset, mild, atopic asthma ( n=534,
28.2%). The phenotypes also differed with respect to demographics, risk
factors, asthma triggers, pulmonary function, symptom profiles, and
markers of inflammation. Current asthma was more common in phenotypes
with later age of asthma onset than phenotypes with early onset.
Conclusion Four clinically meaningful asthma phenotypes,
distinguishable by age of onset, severity, risk factors, and prognosis,
were found in Swedish adults. This provides a setting for future
research to profile the immunological basis of the phenotypes, and
further our understanding of their pathophysiology, therapeutic
possibilities, future clinical outcomes, and societal burden.
How do trematode clones differ by fitness-related traits and interact within the host?
Authors: Mironova Ekaterina , Spiridonov Sergei , Sotnikov Danila , Shpagina Anastasiya , Savina Kseniia , Gopko Mikhail
Published: April 2024

Polyclonal infections are widespread and provide evidence of
facilitation, competition, and neutral interactions between parasite
clones, even within the same host-parasite system. The outcome of
co-infections is usually assessed by parasite infection intensities,
while other important fitness-related traits, e.g. larval growth rates,
are often ignored. We studied both infectivity and the growth rate of
different clones of the common trematode Diplostomum
pseudospathaceum in the fish host (Salvelinus malma) and tested
how these fitness-related traits changed in double-clone infections
compared to single-clone ones. We found that the growth rates of the
parasite’s clones were more variable than their infectivity. The
relationships of these D. pseudospathaceum traits with host mass
were clone-specific. Some clones demonstrated higher infection
intensities and growth rates in larger fish. It hints that
specialization on different size groups of hosts may occur in this
parasite species. In addition, we found positive density-dependent
growth (Allee effect), rarely reported for parasites. Interestingly, it
was observed only in mixed infections and we discuss the reasons for it.
In double-clone infections, both evidence of facilitation and
competition between D. pseudospathaceum clones were found. The
outcome of co-infections varied not only between genotype combinations
but also between tested traits. Clones either ‘cooperated’ when
infecting the host or competed when growing. There were no clone pairs,
in which interactions changed their type with time or were observed
constantly during parasite development.
A diffusive predator-prey system with hunting cooperation in predators and prey-taxis: II stationary pattern formation
Authors: Ryu Kimun , Ko Wonlyul
Published: April 2024

This paper is a continuation of the study conducted by Ko and Ryu (2024)
[5], which introduces and analyzes a generalized predator-prey
reaction-diffusion system incorporating (repulsive) prey-taxis and a
hunting cooperation effect in predators, under homogeneous Neumann
boundary conditions. In the study, the existence and uniqueness of
global and classical solutions for the time- and space-dependent system
are analytically examined. Furthermore, the study examines the local and
global stability and convergence rate at the constant
predator-extinction and coexistence states. In our paper, we analyze the
stationary system corresponding to the system in [5], with a
specific focus on examining the existence and nonexistence of positive
and nonconstant solutions. The nonexistence occurs when the diffusion
rate of prey is sufficiently high. On the other hand, the existence
occurs when the prey-tactic rate is sufficiently high, indicating a
strong repulsive prey-taxis, and the diffusion rate of prey is
sufficiently low. For this investigation, we separately employ the
energy method and the Leray-Schauder degree theory.
Dexamethasone inhibits the growth of B lymphoma cells by downregulating DOT1L
Authors: Rao Xiancai , Wang Yuting , Zhang Nan , Shang Weilong , Peng Huagang , Hu Zhen , Yang Yi , Tan Li , Zhang Li , He Fengtian
Published: April 2024

Dexamethasone (Dex), a synthetic glucocorticoid that acts by binding to
the glucocorticoid receptor (GR), has been widely applied to treat
leukemia and lymphoma, however the precise mechanism underlying Dex
action is still not well elucidated. DOT1L, a histone H3-lysine79
(H3K79) methyltransferase, has been linked to multiple cancer types,
particularly mixed lineage leukemia (MLL) gene rearranged leukemia, but
its contribution to lymphoma is yet to be delineated. Analysis from TCGA
database displayed that DOT1L was highly expressed in lymphoma and
leukemia. In the present study, we initially demonstrated that
DOT1L served as a newly target gene controlled by GR, and
downregulation of DOT1L was critical for the killing of B
lymphoma cells by Dex. Further study revealed that Dex had no impact on
the transcriptional activity of DOT1L promoter, rather it reduced
the mRNA level of DOT1L through decreasing mRNA stability. In
addition, knockdown of DOT1L remarkably inhibited the B lymphoma
cells growth. Overall, our findings indicated that DOT1L may serve as a
potential drug target and a promising biomarker of Dex sensitivity when
it comes to treating B lymphoma.
Outcomes for children with recurrent/refractory atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor: A single institution study with molecular correlation
Authors: Upadhyaya Santhosh A. , Carey Steven S. , Huang Jie , Myers Jason R. , Mostafavi Roya , Orr Brent , Dhanda Sandeep Kumar , Michalik Layna H. , Tatevossian Ruth , Klimo Paul , Boop Frederick , Lu Congyu , Sioson Edgar , Zhou Xin , Nichols Kim , Merchant Thomas , Ellison David , Robinson Giles , Onar Arzu , Gajjar Amar
Published: April 2024

Background: Survival data for recurrent or treatment refractory
pediatric atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (AT/RT), and its association
to molecular groups is extremely limited. Methods:
Single-institution retrospective study of sixty-four children
<21 years old with AT/RT that was recurrent or refractory to
frontline therapies (PD) treated at St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital from January 2000 to December 2020. Demographic,
clinicopathologic, treatment, molecular grouping (SHH, TYR and MYC) and
germline SMARCB1/SMARCA4 mutational data were collected.
Progression-free survival (PFS2: time from initial PD to subsequent
first progression) and overall survival (OSpostPD: time from PD to
death/last follow up) were estimated by Kaplan–Meier analysis.
Results: Median age at and time from initial diagnosis to PD
were 2.1 years (range: 0.5-17.9 years) and 5.4 months (range: 0.5-125.6
months), respectively. Only 5/64 children (7.8%) are alive at median
follow-up of 10.9 (range: 4.2-18.1) years from PD. The 2/5-year PFS2 and
OSpostPD were 3.1% (±1.8%)/1.6% (±1.1%) and 20.3% (±4.8%)/7.3%
(±3.5%), respectively. Children with TYR group (n=10) had a better
OSpostPD compared to those with MYC (n=11) (2-year survival estimates:
60.0% ±14.3% vs. 18.2% ±9.5%; p=0.019), or those with SHH (n=21;
4.8% ±3.3%; p=0.014). In univariate analyses, OSpostPD was better with
older age at diagnosis (p=0.037), female gender (p=0.008), and
metastatic site of PD compared to local or combined sites of PD
(p<0.001). Conclusions: Children with
recurrent/refractory AT/RT have dismal outcomes. Older age at diagnosis,
female gender, TYR group, and metastatic site of PD were associated with
relatively longer survival in our study.
Probing the Martian atmospheric boundary layer using impact-generated seismo-acoustic signals
Authors: Froment Marouchka , Xu Zongbo , Lognonné Philippe , Larmat Carene , Garcia Raphael F. , Drilleau Melanie , Delbridge Brent G. , Spiga Aymeric , Kawamura Taichi , Beucler Eric
Published: April 2024

The properties of the first kilometers of the Martian atmospheric
Planetary Boundary Layer have until now been measured by only a few
instruments and probes. InSight offers an opportunity to investigate
this region through seismoacoustics. On six occasions, its seismometers
recorded short low-frequency waveforms, with clear dispersion between
0.4 and 4Hz. These signals are the air-to-ground coupling of
impact-generated infrasound, which propagated in an low-altitude
atmospheric waveguide. Their group velocity depends on the structure of
effective sound speed in the boundary layer. Here, we conduct a Bayesian
inversion of effective sound speed up to 2000m altitude using the group
velocity measured for events S0981c, S0986c and S1034a. The inverted
effective sound speed profiles are in good agreement with estimates
provided by the Mars Climate Database. Differences between inverted and
modeled profiles can be attributed to a local wind variation in the
impact → station direction, of amplitude smaller than 2m/s.
MJO Initiation Westward Shifted and Propagation Blocked under Indian Ocean Basin Warming during Boreal Summer
Authors: Wang Yuwen , Ren Hong-Li , Wei Yuntao , Wu Jie , Zhao Shuo , Xu Wenwen
Published: April 2024

The Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) exhibits evident interannual
variations, which have been mostly attributed to modulations of El
Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) in previous studies. However, whether
the basin-wide warming/cooling of the Indian Ocean (IO) independent of
ENSO could affect the MJO remains elusive. Here, we show that the MJO
tends to initiate more westward and only propagate confined over the IO
under warm conditions during boreal summer. In contrast, a cold IO
results in an eastward-shifted MJO initiation and smooth propagation
across the Maritime Continent (MC)-western Pacific (WP). The genesis
location is mainly associated with warm ocean beneath the MJO, which
accumulate more during warm conditions. Additionally, the warming of the
IO induces anomalous anticyclone and stronger vertical wind shears over
the WP, which synergistically lead to stronger Rossby wave while weaker
Kelvin wave components, thereby inhibiting the MJO eastward propagation.
Moreover, the suppressed convection and thus low-level Kelvin easterly
wind anomalies over the MC-WP region become weaker with the warming of
the entire IO. Consequently, the premoistening dominated by the
high-frequency synoptic-scale meridional advection decreases and causes
nonpropagating MJO during boreal summer. These findings highlight that
interannual variations of the MJO could be attributed by considering
independent modulation effects of the IO.
Nitrogen biogeochemistry of adjacent mesoscale eddies in the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre
Authors: Zhou Mengyang , Granger Julie , Rocha Cesar Barbedo , Siedlecki Samantha A. , Barone Benedetto , White Angelicque E.
Published: April 2024

We examined the nitrogen (N) biogeochemistry of adjacent cyclonic and
anticyclonic eddies near Hawai’i in the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre
(NPSG) and explored mechanisms that may sustain productivity in the
cyclone after the initial intensification stage. The top of the
nutricline was uplifted into the euphotic zone in the cyclone and
depressed in the anticyclone. Subsurface nutrient concentrations and
apparent oxygen utilization at the cyclone’s inner periphery were higher
than expected from isopycnal displacement, suggesting that shallow
remineralization of organic material generated excess nutrients in the
subsurface. The excess nutrients may provide a supply of subsurface
nutrients to sustain productivity in maturing eddies. The shallow
remineralization also raises questions regarding the extent to which
cyclonic eddies promote deep carbon sequestration in subtropical gyres
such as the NPSG. An upward increase in nitrate 15N/14N isotope ratios
below the euphotic zone, indicative of partial nitrate assimilation,
coincided with negative preformed nutrients – potentially signaling
heterotrophic bacterial consumption of carbon-rich (nitrogen-poor)
organic material. The 15N/14N of material collected in shallow sediment
traps was significantly higher in the cyclone than the anticyclone and
showed correspondence to the 15N/14N ratio of the nitrate supply, which
is acutely sensitive to sea level anomaly in the region. A number of
approaches were applied to estimate the contribution of N2 fixation to
export production; results among approaches were inconsistent, which we
attribute to non-steady state conditions during our observation period.
Perspectivas de la importancia e impacto de la capacitación en herramientas digitales de las Mipymes en Xicotepec
Authors: Cruz Suárez Silvia Denisse , Quiroz Ramirez Isabel , Velazquez Vargas José Rubén , Galindo González Oscar , Amador Mendoza Evelin , Tolentino Castillo Guadalupe
Published: April 2024

Las tecnologías digitales son clave del desarrollo económico de las empresas, el “COVID-19” aceleró la adopción de herramientas digitales para desplazar productos y servicios. Las Mipymes de México, enfrentan retos del uso y aplicación de herramientas digitales, carecen de habilidades y conocimientos para utilizarlas eficientemente, existe un porcentaje significativo sin implementarlas. Vamos a evaluar la opinión de los empresarios sobre: “capacitación en herramientas digitales y su impacto en la optimización de la gestión administrativa, encontrando así desafíos por afrontar en mejora de las Mipymes de Xicotepec.

Objetivos. “Evaluar la opinión de las Mipymes sobre la importancia de la capacitación en herramientas digitales y analizar su impacto en la optimización de gestión administrativa postpandemia”

 Objetivos específicos

“Investigar la necesidad del uso y aplicación de herramientas digitales en las Mipymes de Xicotepec, analizar las expectativas de la capacitación y evaluar el impacto de la pandemia sobre la percepción de la necesidad de capacitación”

Materiales y métodos: Se recolectó información mediante entrevistas dirigidas a 20 microempresarios, captando datos sobre la percepción, importancia e impacto de capacitarse en: uso y aplicación de herramientas tecnológicas para mejorar su gestión administrativa.

Resultados. Se indica que hay conocimiento de las nuevas herramientas, FALTA utilización de ellas en su totalidad en las Mipymes.

Discusión: La investigación cualitativa reveló conocimiento por parte de los empresarios de Mipymes de la existencia de herramientas innovadoras de gestión administrativa, pero sin explotar todo su potencial en su beneficio, dando oportunidad de realizar convenios de capacitación para coadyuvar al desarrollo económico regional.

Conclusiones Las innovaciones tecnológicas son fundamentales para el desarrollo de las Mipymes, falta el desarrollo de competencias técnicas de uso.

Contribución/originalidad: Se refiere al trabajo: “Capacitación en el manejo de herramientas digitales y de gestión administrativa que impulsen las MIPYMES de Xicotepec.”
Assessment of antioxidant and antiinflammatory activities and acute toxicity of the aqueous extract from a mixture of leaves and flowers of Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq.
Authors: Makhlouf Yasmina , Bouaziz Amel , Benazi Nabil , Djidel Saliha , Bentahar Assia , Barghout Nihed , Khennouf Seddik , Dahamna Saliha
Published: April 2024

Colometric assays were used to quantify the secondary metabolites obtained by a decoction of the extract of Anabasis articulata (DEAA) flowers and leaves. Antioxidant activity was examined using several methods: total antioxidant capacity, the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazy (DPPH) radical scavenging assay, and the ?-carotene bleaching assay. Single oral doses of 2000 and 5000 mg/kg body weight were administered to albino mice to assess acute toxicity. In vitro antiinflammatory activity was determined using the egg albumin denaturation test, and the in vivo inflammatory effect was assessed utilizing carrageenan, croton oil, and xylene-induced edema tests. Results showed that DEAA contained high amounts of polyphenols, flavonoids, and tannins and exhibited antioxidant activity in all tested assays. DEAA inhibited protein denaturation and did not cause any mortality or adverse effects. Oral administration of 200 mg/kg DEAA significantly reduced the edema induced by carrageenan, croton oil, and xylene. This study highlights the use of Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq. in traditional herbal medicine. It possesses antioxidant activity and can be considered safe for oral consumption; it also has potential beneficial effects in treating diseases associated with inflammation and pain.
Site selection for nuclear power plants using geographic information system and analytical hierarchy process: A case study on Khulna division, Bangladesh
Authors: Lova Afro , Mahmud Araf , Amin Ruhol , Islam Tazul , Tasnim Md. , Sakib Khondokar , Moniruzzaman Md. , Ali Md.
Published: April 2024

This study aims to find a suitable site for a nuclear power plant using the
geographic information system and analytical hierarchy process in the
Khulna division, Bangladesh. Selection of a suitable site for a nuclear
power plant is vital for the safety of the installation, workers, the
public, and the environment. This study was conducted considering four
stages, namely conceptual and planning, area survey, site
characterization, and site confirmation stage. In the area survey stage, six
criteria were divided into twelve sub-criteria, namely population density,
earthquake, river, riverbank erosion, airport, road and railway, protected
area, forest, groundwater table, rainfall, wind speed, and thunderstorm. A
suitability map of each sub-criterion was made using geographic
information system software. The weighting of each criterion was
determined using an analytical hierarchy process and finally, a geographic
information system-based overlay analysis was performed to prepare the
final suitability map of the Khulna division which indicates 315.30 km2 and
2991.27 km2 of its total area as the most suitable and suitable,
respectively for nuclear power plant establishment. Twenty-six potential
areas were selected from the most suitable areas for further study. This
study follows a comprehensive methodology and thus may help policymakers for
the establishment of nuclear power plants in Bangladesh and abroad.
Power law quantities based on the distributions of time intervals between successive neutron counts
Authors: Avdic Senada , Kunosic Suad , Demirovic Damir , Sakic Zerina , Hadzimustafic Edin
Published: April 2024

This study deals with the unfolded quantities based on the time intervals between successive neutron events from the aspect of the power law. Neutrons from spontaneous fission in special nuclear material induce fission in most cases. In this study, it was demonstrated that the inverse value of the number of induced neutrons decreases following a power function with the increasing radius of a plutonium metal sphere. In addition, it was considered an increase in the neutron background level with increasing altitudes. The inverse value of the mean neutron counting rate depending on altitudes can be described with a power function merely for higher elevations. A linear relationship was obtained by plotting the quantities on logarithmic axes against each other indicating generally a power law relationship for both investigated phenomena. The results of this study showed a connection between two seemingly unrelated neutron phenomena through power laws based on the distributions of time intervals between successive neutron counts. The empirical evidence implies that a connection between the observed quantities in a log-log plot is unchanged except for a multiplicative constant.
Characteristics of natural radionuclides and 137Cs in surface soil in Phonsavan, Xiengkhouang, Laos
Authors: Bui Thi-Hong , Bui Van-Loat , Leuangtakoun Somsavath , Lathdavong Lemthong , Xayhuangsy Sonexay , Duong Duc-Thang , Tran Dinh-Khoa , Tran Van-Khanh , Le Ngoc-Thiem , Phan Giang , Hoang Van-Khanh , Tran Hoai-Nam
Published: April 2024

Assessment of the characteristics of natural radionuclides and 137Cs in soil
in Phonsavan district, Xiengkhouang province, Laos has been conducted
using a standard electrode coaxial Ge (SEGe) detector. Soil samples were
collected at 20 locations close to the populated and agricultural area in
Phonsavan district. The average activity concentrations of 226Ra, 238U,
232Th, 40K and 137Cs are 54.0 ? 2.5, 65.1 ? 4.4, 96.9 ? 3.7, 433.2 ? 20.7,
and 1.54 ? 0.13 Bqkg-1, respectively. The average radium equivalent
activity Raeq is 225.9 ? 7.8 Bqkg-1. The highest Raeq of 269.9 Bqkg-1 is
still lower than the safety limit of 370 Bqkg-1. Associated radiological
hazard indices, such as absorbed gamma dose rate, outdoor annual effective
dose equivalent, excess lifetime cancer risk, external and internal hazard
indices, and gamma index, were also calculated and presented.
Assessment of sustainable urban tourism practice in Kampoeng Jawi, Semarang City
Authors: Kurniati Rina , Shifa Bella
Published: April 2024

Currently, urban tourism is significantly growing due to better accessibility, information, and facilities. Several urban kampoengs (urban villages in Indonesia which generally have inadequate infrastructure and low-to-middle-income communities) have developed into tourist destinations, with their own challenges and problems that must be overcome. Improper development and organization of tourism may harm the environment and cause other negative effects, and therefore, urban tourism must prioritize sustainable development that enhances the community's quality of life without harming the environment or culture. This study aims to assess and evaluate the implementation of the Sustainable urban tourism (SUT) concept in Kampoeng Jawi, Sukorejo Village, Semarang City. The research used a quantitative approach with descriptive and scoring analyses, and data was collected through observation, interviews, surveys and studies on various secondary data. The paper assesses the four dimensions of sustainability, namely the destination management, economic, socio-cultural and environmental dimensions. The results show that Kampoeng Jawi only meets about 54% of the SUT criteria, and its sustainability level is classified as Intermediate. Development must focus on enhancing eco-friendly infrastructure, providing long-term capacity-building programs, integrating tourism, and establishing tourism crisis management.
Glucose Regulation of β-Cell KATP Channels: Is a New Model Needed?
Authors: Rutter Guy A. , Sweet Ian R.
Published: April 2024

The canonical model of glucose-induced increase in insulin secretion involves the metabolism of glucose via glycolysis and the citrate cycle, resulting in increased ATP synthesis by the respiratory chain and the closure of ATP-sensitive K+ (KATP) channels. The resulting plasma membrane depolarization, followed by Ca2+ influx through L-type Ca2+ channels, then induces insulin granule fusion. Merrins and colleagues have recently proposed an alternative model whereby KATP channels are controlled by pyruvate kinase, using glycolytic and mitochondrial phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP) to generate microdomains of high ATP/ADP immediately adjacent to KATP channels. This model presents several challenges. First, how mitochondrially generated PEP, but not ATP produced abundantly by the mitochondrial F1F0-ATP synthase, can gain access to the proposed microdomains is unclear. Second, ATP/ADP fluctuations imaged immediately beneath the plasma membrane closely resemble those in the bulk cytosol. Third, ADP privation of the respiratory chain at high glucose, suggested to drive alternating, phased-locked generation by mitochondria of ATP or PEP, has yet to be directly demonstrated. Finally, the approaches used to explore these questions may be complicated by off-target effects. We suggest instead that Ca2+ changes, well known to affect both ATP generation and consumption, likely drive cytosolic ATP/ADP oscillations that in turn regulate KATP channels and membrane potential. Thus, it remains to be demonstrated that a new model is required to replace the existing, mitochondrial bioenergetics–based model.
Düşük Gerilim Düşük Güçlü MOSFET Tasarım Yöntemlerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: Doğan Sekreter Pelin , Uygur Atilla , Alçı Mustafa
Published: April 2024

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Düşük güçlü ve düşük gerilimli sistemler, taşınabilir elektronik cihazlardan otomotiv sektörüne kadar birçok alanda karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Bu nedenle bu konu üzerinde birçok çalışma yapılmaktadır. MOSFET’lerin, veriminin yüksek, anahtarlama hızının yüksek ve boyutlarının küçük olmasından dolayı analog devre tasarımında kullanılan bir yapıdır. Fakat düşük gerilim düşük güçlü sistemlerde eşik geriliminin oransal olarak düşük olmaması karşılaşılan problemlerden biridir. Eşik gerilimi probleminin üstesinden gelmek amacıyla geliştirilen yöntemler bu çalışmada kapsamlı bir literatür çalışması yapılarak incelenmektedir. Geliştirilen yöntemler detaylı olarak incelenmekte ve devre yapılarına sunduğu avantajlar ve dezavantajlar hakkında bilgiler de verilmektedir.
Analisis Teori Wacana Kritis A. Van Dijk Terhadap Berita Jepang (NHK NEWS)
Authors: Meinawati Ni Ketut Eni , Sukma Yanthi Ketut Indira , Pemayun Anak Agung Pradnyani Putri
Published: April 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan hasil analisis wacana kritis terhadap berita yangdiperoleh dari situs online NHK Easy Japanese News dengan judul 人が笑うと一緒に笑うロボットができた yang terbit pada September tahun 2022. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitudeskriptif kualitatif. Data dalam penelitian ini dikumpulkan melalui teknik dokumentasi, yaitu dengancara memahami dan menganalisis wacana berita yang diperoleh dari situs berita online Jepang. Datayang dikumpulkan selanjutnya akan dianalisis menggunakan teori Teun A. Van Dijk yang terdiri daritiga struktur, yaitu struktur makro, superstruktur, dan struktur mikro. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalahsecara makro, berita tersebut memuat wacana tentang kemampuan sebuah robot yang menyerupaimanusia. Kemudian secara superstruktur menjelaskan bahwa ilmuwan di Universitas Kyotomerancang robot yang mampu tertawa layaknya manusia dengan tujuannya agar robot tersebutdapat mengidentifikasi perasaan manusia.Kata Kunci : Wacana, Berita, Van Dijk
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Hiragana dan Katakana Berbasis Kodular Kana Tank
Authors: Mujiono Ahmad , Rohman Yanuar Lutfi
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan pendekatan R&D (Research and Development) atau penelitian pengembangan dengan tujuan untuk menghasilkan suatu produk dengan menggunakan desain dari Sugiyono. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan media pembelajaran hiragana katakana berbasis kodular. Subjek penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa Pendidikan Bahasa Jepang Universitas Negeri Semarang Angkatan 2022. Metode pengumpulan data menggunakan angket, kemudian dianalisis dengan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Penelitian dilakukan sampai 5 tahap dari 10 tahap dalam penelitian pengembangan. Hasil penelitian ini adalah media pembelajaran hiragana dan katakana berbasis Kodular dengan presentase kelayakan (1) penilaian dari ahli media mencapai 75% dengan kategori layak, sedangkan dari ahli materi mencapai 74% dengan kategori layak, (2) persepsi dari peserta didik terhadap media pembelajaran berbasis Kodular mencapai 90.7% dengan kategori baik. Diperoleh kesimpulan media pembelajaran hiragana katakana berbasis Kodular layak untuk digunakan. Aplikasi dapat di download pada link berikut: https://bit.ly/KanaTank
Analisis Kesulitan Mengungkapkan Argumentasi dalam Pidato Bahasa Jepang Mahasiswa Kaiwa V
Authors: Yuniarsih  , Hakim Rurri Fadhillah , Sandi Mutiara
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan pada 33 mahasiswa Universitas Negeri Jakarta yang mengikuti perkuliahan Kaiwa V. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui penyebab kesulitan mengungkapkan argumentasi dalam pidato bahasa Jepang serta strategi mahasiswa untuk mengatasi penyebab kesulitan tersebut. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode analisis deskriptif kualitatif dengan kuisioner sebagai sumber data primer yang diperkuat dengan wawancara serta observasi yang dilakukan pada mahasiswa. Faktor penyebab kesulitan dikelompokan menjadi dua yaitu faktor internal dan faktor eksternal. Faktor internal meliputi pengetahuan kebahasaan, pengetahuan materi, penampilan, latihan dan psikologis. Sedangkan faktor eksternal meliputi suasana dan moda pembelajaran. Berdasarkan hasil analisis ditemukan indeks persentase tertinggi untuk masing-masing faktor internal terletak pada keterbatasan kosakata, kebiasaan menerjemahkan dari bahasa Indonesia ke dalam bahasa Jepang, kurangnya referensi untuk memperkuat argumentasi, kurangnya latihan di luar perkuliahan, gugup saat melakukan kontak mata dengan audiens serta kebingungan saat menerima respon yang di luar prediksi. Sedangkan indeks persentase tertinggi untuk faktor eksternal terletak pada suasana ruangan yang tidak kondusif. Strategi mahasiswa untuk mengatasi kesulitan yang dialami adalah dengan mencari referensi materi, latihan berulang kali, menonton animasi/drama/mendengarkan lagu berbahasa Jepang untuk menambah kosakata serta selalu meyakinkan diri sendiri.
Representasi Halusinasi Tokoh Mima Kirigoe dalam Film Animasi PERFECT BLUE Karya Satoshi Kon
Authors: Suryani Putu Buda
Published: April 2024

Anime Perfect Blue merupakan sebuah film animasi yang mengisahakan tentang seorang mantan idola yang memutuskan untuk memilih berkarir menjadi seorang aktris. Dalam perubahan karirnya, Mima mengalami banyak kendala serta rumor buruk yang menimpa Mima dalam berkarir. Banyaknya tekanan dan tuntutan pekerjaan, membuat kondisi mental Mima memburuk. Mima mulai mengalami halusinasi yang diakaibatkan stress tekanan pekerjaan dan menderita psikosis. Halusinasi yang dialami Mima sedikit banyak mempengaruhi keseharian dan pekerjaan Mima, seperti sulit untuk berkonsentrasi saat bekerja.  Selain tekanan pekerjaan, adanya kasus kriminal yang  berhubungan dengan Mima, membuat kondisi mental semakin memburuk. Pertanyaan dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana halusinasi yang dialami. Penelitian ini melihat bagaimana anime tersebut menggambarkan halusinasi yang dialami oleh Mima dan mengkaji secara mendalam, penelitian ini dianalisis menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif  kualitatif dengan metode analisis teks.
Efektivitas Penggunaan Media Flashcard Terhadap Kemampuan Kosakata Bahasa Jepang
Authors: Septiani Hani , Sugihartono  , Luviana Dewanty Via
Published: April 2024

Pembelajar bahasa Jepang di SMA masih kesulitan dalam mengingat kosakata bahasa Jepang. Hal tersebut ditunjukkan dari observasi yang dilakukan sebelum penelitian di SMA Labschool UPI. Hal tersebut disebabkan kurangnya media pembelajaran. Namun di era digital yang sudah canggih, media pembelajaran bisa dikembangkan menjadi bentuk multimedia. Dengan demikian, tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu mengetahui efektivitas penggunaan media flashcard terhadap kemampuan kosakata bahasa Jepang. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode eksperimen semu dengan desain one group pretest-posttest. Subjek dari penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas X-1 SMA Labschool UPI. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa nilai t-hitung 21,19 > t-tabel 2,06 pada derajat bebas (db) 25 dan taraf signifikan 2,06 dan 2,78. Berdasarkan hal tersebut dapat disimpulkan bahwa media flashcard dapat meningkatkan kemampuan kosakata bahasa Jepang dan efektif digunakan dalam pembelajaran bahasa Jepang. Media flashcard ini diharapkan dapar dijadikan bahan pengajaran, dikembangkan lebih lanjut menyangkut kemampuan lain dalam mata pelajaran lain, dan dapat dilakukan penelitian lanjutan dengan menggunakan sampel yang lebih besar dan materi yang lebih luas.