bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Revealing the dynamics of a local Alpine windstorm using large-eddy simulations
Authors: Krieger Nicolai , Wernli Heini , Sprenger Michael , Kühnlein Christian
Published: November 2024

Abstract. The local atmospheric flow in mountainous terrain can be highly complex and deviate considerably from the ambient conditions. One example is a notorious local windstorm in a narrow and deep valley in north-eastern Switzerland, known as the Laseyer, that had previously even caused a train derailment. This windstorm is characterized by strong south-easterly winds blowing perpendicular to the valley axis during strong north-westerly ambient flow conditions. We investigate the mechanism of this local windstorm and its sensitivity to changes in the prescribed ambient wind using large-eddy simulation (LES). The LES are performed using the Portable Model for Multi-Scale Atmospheric Prediction (PMAP) at a horizontal grid spacing of 30 m and applying a terrain-following vertical coordinate with steep slopes of the real topography reaching nearly 80°. The simulations, driven by strong north-westerly ambient winds, successfully capture the flow reversal in the valley with quasi-periodically occurring short episodes of wind bursts regularly exceeding 20 m s-1 and in exceptional cases exceeding 35 m s-1. The flow reversal is explained by an amplifying interplay of (1) a recirculation region formed by flow separation in the lee of the upstream ridge, and (2) a vortex caused by a positive pressure anomaly formed by the north-westerly winds impinging on the downstream mountain. This formation mechanism is supported by a simulation in which the height of the downstream mountain is reduced, resulting in a decrease in the strength of the reversed in-valley flow. In agreement with previous observational studies, a series of simulations with modified ambient wind conditions reveal that the intense gusts (> 20 m s-1) only occur in a narrow window of ambient wind directions and if its speed is at least 16 m s-1. Smoothing the topography in the LES reduces the maximum wind speeds in the target region by 10–30 %. Overall, our semi-idealized LES in complex and steep terrain reveal the three-dimensional structure and the mechanism of the local windstorm. Moreover, they point to the importance of the local topography and its complex interplay with the three-dimensional and transient flow leading to the in-valley flow reversal and strong winds that characterize the Laseyer. The study further highlights the importance of the topographic details for the quantitatively correct simulation of atmospheric flows in complex terrain.
Intercomparison of bias correction methods for precipitation of multiple GCMs across six continents
Authors: Song Young Hoon , Chung Eun-Sung
Published: November 2024

Abstract. This study, conducted across six continents, evaluated and compared the effectiveness of three Quantile Mapping (QM) methods: Quantile Delta Mapping (QDM), Empirical Quantile Mapping (EQM), and Detrended Quantile Mapping (DQM) for correcting daily precipitation data from 11 CMIP6 General Circulation Models (GCMs). The performance of corrected precipitation data was evaluated using ten evaluation metrics, and the Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) was applied to calculate performance-based priorities. Bayesian Model Averaging (BMA) was used to quantify model-specific and ensemble prediction uncertainties. Subsequently, this study developed a comprehensive index by aggregating the performance scores from TOPSIS with the uncertainty metrics from BMA. The results showed that EQM performed the best on all continents, effectively managing performance and uncertainty. QDM outperformed other methods in specific regions and was selected more frequently than DQM when greater weight was given to uncertainty. It suggests that daily precipitation corrected by QDM is more stable than DQM. On the other hand, DQM effectively reproduces dry climate but shows the highest uncertainty in certain regions, suggesting potential limitations in capturing long-term climate trends. This study emphasizes that both performance and uncertainty should be considered when choosing a bias correction method to increase the reliability of climate predictions.
Geospatial Technology for Effective Disaster Risk Reduction: Best practices in capacity building
Authors: Aggarwal Shiv Prasad , Kundu Shyam S. , Sarma Kamini Kanta
Published: November 2024

Abstract. Geospatial technology, including remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), is identified as a key component in disaster management. It enables hazard, risk, and vulnerability mapping, aiding in the development of effective evacuation plans and resource allocation strategies. Moreover, it facilitates the evaluation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and can contribute to improving accountability. While geospatial technology has seen rapid development primarily in developed countries, there's a growing need to expand its adoption globally, particularly in developing and vulnerable regions. Capacity building initiatives are highlighted as crucial in achieving this goal, emphasizing the importance of education, training, and infrastructure development. India is a leading example in the application of geospatial technology for disaster risk reduction, with significant integration into various phases of disaster management. The government's commitment and leadership, along with extensive training programs facilitated by institutions like Indian Space Research Organization, have been instrumental in promoting the widespread use of geospatial technology. Furthermore, India's efforts extend beyond its borders, with capacity building initiatives targeted towards the Asia-Pacific region through the Centre for Space Science and Technology Education in Asia and the Pacific (CSSTEAP). These initiatives aim to equip officials with the necessary skills to apply geospatial technology in disaster management within their respective countries. The paper underscores the importance of integrating geospatial technology into DRR strategies to build resilient communities and minimize the impact of disasters. It emphasizes the need for concerted efforts in capacity building to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals and promote evidence-based decision-making in disaster management.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration and Industry Partnership: Keys for the Development of the Masters of Geomatics in Disaster Risk Reduction Curriculum
Authors: Lubrica Nathaniel Vincent A. , Tandingan Jr. Dionisio R. , Valdez Carlo Jay S. , Apnoyan Dexter Hansel C. , Ingosan Jeffrey S. , Pawilen Antonnette B.
Published: November 2024

Abstract. Despite the high susceptibility of the Philippines to natural disasters, there is a significant lack of human resources focused on disaster risk reduction (DRR). To address this, the University of the Cordilleras, in collaboration with the ERASMUS CBHE Plus Program: Geomatics in Disaster Risk Reduction of the European Union, has developed a curriculum for a GeoDRR program. This program is designed to produce professionals with expertise in disaster risk reduction, geomatics, and remote sensing. The curriculum development employed a mixed-methods approach using the ADDIE (Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate) Framework and the DACUM (Developing a Curriculum) method. The ADDIE Framework guided the structured development process, while the DACUM method identified the necessary competencies for students. The resulting UC MGeoDRR curriculum comprises 15 units of Core Courses, 15 units of Professional Courses, 9 units of Electives, and a 6-unit Capstone project. The curriculum is designed to be localized and contextually relevant, integrating DRR into research, innovation, and extension activities. The pilot program is recommended for graduates of related undergraduate programs and DRR professionals and practitioners.
Is considering runs (in)consistency so useless for weather forecasting?
Authors: Marchal Hugo , Bouttier François , Nuissier Olivier
Published: November 2024

Abstract. This paper addresses the issue of forecasting the weather, using consecutive runs of one given numerical weather prediction (NWP) system. In the literature, considering how forecasts evolve from one run to another has never been proved relevant to predicting the upcoming weather. That is why the usual approach to deal with this consists of blending all together the successive runs, which leads to the well-known "lagged'' ensemble. However, some aspects of this approach are questionable, and if the relationship between changes in forecasts and predictability has so far been considered weak, this does not mean that the door is closed. In this article, we intend to further explore this relationship by focusing on a particular aspect of ensemble prediction systems, the persistence of a given weather scenario over consecutive runs. The idea is that, the more it persists over successive runs, the more it is likely to occur, but its likelihood is not necessarily estimated as it should be by the latest run alone. Using the regional ensemble of Météo-France, AROME-EPS, and forecasting the probability of certain (warning) precipitation amounts being exceeded in 24 hours, it has been found that reliability, an important aspect of probabilistic forecast, is highly sensitive to that persistence. The present study also shows that this dependency can be exploited to improve reliability, for both lagged ensembles and individual runs. From these results, some recommendations for forecasters are made, and the use of new predictors for statistical post-processing, based on consecutive runs, are encouraged. The reason for such sensitivity is also discussed, leading to a new insight on weather forecasting using consecutive ensemble runs.
The protocataclasite dilemma: in situ 36Cl and REE-Y lessons from an impure limestone fault scarp at Sparta, Greece
Authors: Goodfellow Bradley W. , Caffee Marc W. , Chmiel Greg , Fritzon Ruben , Skelton Alasdair , Stroeven Arjen P.
Published: November 2024

Abstract. Reconstructions of palaeoseismicity are useful for understanding and mitigating seismic hazard risks. We apply cosmogenic 36Cl exposure-age dating and measurements of rare-earth elements and yttrium (REE-Y) concentrations to the palaeoseismic history of the Sparta Fault, Greece. Bayesian-inference Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) modelling of 36Cl concentrations along a 7.2 m long vertical profile on the Sparta Fault scarp at Anogia indicate an increase in the average slip rate of the scarp from 0.8–0.9 mm yr−1 6.5–7.7 kyr ago to 1.1–1.2 mm yr−1 up to the devastating 464 BCE earthquake. The average exhumation of the entire scarp up to the present day is 0.7–0.8 mm yr−1. Modelling does not indicate additional exhumation of the Sparta Fault after 464 BCE. The Sparta Fault scarp is composed of fault breccia, containing quartz and clay-lined pores, in addition to host-rock-derived clasts of calcite and microcrystalline calcite cement. The impurities control the distribution of REE-Y in the fault scarp surface and contribute spatial variation to 36Cl concentrations, which precludes the identification of individual earthquakes that have exhumed the Sparta Fault scarp from either of these data sets. REE-Y may illustrate processes that localize slip to a discrete fault plane in the Earth's near-surface, but their potential use in palaeoseismicity would benefit from further evaluation.
Desenvolvimento de plataforma digital para auxílio psicológico de crianças e adolescentes vítimas de abusos sexuais
Authors: Correia Adrielly Vitoria Almeida , Oliveira Andreany Christiny Barreira de , Roriz Pedro Henrique  Peres
Published: November 2024

Abusos sexuais com crianças e adolescentes persistem em nossa sociedade, apesar de avanços sociais e tecnológicos, esses acontecimentos se tornam recorrentes dentro dos lares, ambientes escolares ou até mesmo online. O objetivo do presente artigo é apresentar o relato de experiência do desenvolvimento de um projeto que desenvolve o protótipo de um aplicativo o qual fornece um espaço de apoio e, acolhimento multiprofissional e recursos necessários para crianças e adolescentes vítimas de abusos sexuais. No projeto, realiza-se o desenvolvimento de uma plataforma digital, onde o público vulnerável possa encontrar apoio emocional e assistência para denunciar seu(s) agressor(es). Para desenvolvimento do projeto do aplicativo se utilizada um método prototipal. O aplicativo contém entre outros elementos, um chat online 24 horas, onde essas crianças e adolescentes irão encontrar suporte emocional para lhe auxiliarem nessas condições de enfrentamento onde seu psicológico está fragilizado, fazendo com que esse amparo no primeiro contato mostre que elas não estão sozinhas em sua luta contra o abuso.
Bridging the Gap: Analysis of Factors Influencing Students’ Performance in Public Primary Schools
Authors: Zulfqar Asia , Younas Zubair
Published: November 2024

This study analyzed the impact of different leadership styles on work-life balance (WLB) in organizational contexts. This research study conducted a systematic literature review, analyzing 19 peer-reviewed articles published from 2003 to 2020. Relevant studies have been identified by systematic searches on databases like Google Scholar, JSTOR, and PubMed, utilizing keywords such as 'leadership styles' and 'work-life balance.' Articles were chosen based on factors such as their emphasis on organizational contexts, empirical evidence, and significance to the subject matter. The articles were analysed to identify the influence of transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire leadership styles on employees’ satisfaction, their engagement, and organizational commitment in relation to WLB. The findings from the review revealed that Transformational leadership is the most effective approach for cultivating a healthy work-life environment, hence improving satisfaction and engagement. Whereas, Transactional leadership, which emphasizes task completion and rewards, is less favorable for work-life balance, frequently favoring organizational objectives over individual well-being. Moreover, Laissez-faire leadership, marked by limited direction, is associated with diminished satisfaction and commitment. Therefore, the study emphasized the need for gender-specific research to tackle the distinct work-life balance difficulties encountered by men and women. Future research requires to concentrate on leadership dynamics specific to organizations, especially in areas where work-life balance is essential. Essential policy proposals encompass the advancement of transformational leadership, gender-centric research, and adaptable work policies. This review contributes to understand the vital role leadership plays in enhancing employee well-being and organizational success.
Stage Music and Paul Claudel’s Dramatic Strategy to ‘the Tidings Brought to Mary’. 1929–1932 Project of the Mystery Play
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University, AZAROVA Valentina V.
Published: November 2024

This article looks at the system of theater and dramaturgy strategies which were devised by Paul Claudel to ensure interaction between elements of scenic speech and excerpts from stage music by Darius Milhaud in the frame of 1929–1932 project of ‘The Tidgings brought to Mary’ mystery play. The methodology used in this research is relevant for interdisciplinary studies in humanities. Aspects of Art History, Cultural Studies, philology and Dramatic Art combined shape new knowledge about Paul Claudel’s theater and drama strategies in terms of scenic speech, as well as the functions of stage music in the ХХth century mystery play. What has been uncovered is an evolution of Claudel’s ideas pertaining to theater and drama put into perspective against the background of French symbolism that developed in the 1900s. Implementing of Catholic Faith fundamentals in ‘The Tidings brought to Mary’ and the other plays Claudel wrote during the period under review has also been noticed in this article. The author determines the main aspects of Claudel’s stage speech theories, which were presented as a set of dramaturgical strategies, and examines interacting elements of scenic speech and stage music. Concerning ‘The Tidings brought to Mary’ the strategies in question are as follows: ‘parallel music’, ‘nascent music’ and ‘opéra de parole’. Claudel’s transitioning to a language of sound and discovering the principles of sound dramaturgy have also been studied. The following conclusions were drawn: Claudel came to systemize new forms of scenic speech based on differentiating between rhythm and intonation parameters, as well as rhythm and timbre, drama and vocals regarding to expression of emotion in music and theater. Some elements of the Far Eastern Theater performances had a significant impact on theatrical quality of Claudel’s plays. Working on theater performances of his mystery play between 1929 and 1932, Claudel creatively used a theory he called ‘Music and drama’. With help from Darius Milhaud, Claudel as an illustrious ХХth century French thinker addressed the issue of stage music on both conceptual and practical grounds with respect to performances of his mystery play in 1929 to 1932 and thus made a significant contribution to research in history of drama and theater.
Critical Thinking in Popular Culture Context: the Transformation of the Image and the Differentiation of the Concept
Authors:   Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, GOLUBINSKAYA Anastasia V.
Published: November 2024

Just a few decades ago, one could predict the content of a text following a title that combined terms such as "popular culture" and "critical thinking". The traditional viewpoint described critical thinking as something that diminishes or deteriorates under the influence of pop culture, and as something that is reflected in a decreased interest in popular culture itself. Today, this stance does not seem as confident. Firstly, because popular culture is acquiring a niche character, catering to different consumers with various ways of thinking, and thereby becoming a platform for the dissemination of ideas and principles of critical thinking (for example, science festivals). Secondly, because the objects of popular culture themselves are being involved in the educational process as tools and mediators of certain modes of thinking. As noted in this article, the evolution of the relationship between popular culture and critical thinking has developed gradually: initially, this relationship was mutually negating, then popular culture was redefined as a neutral participant in the process of learning critical thinking, and today it is beginning to be recognized as an active mediator in this process. Identifying the specific characteristics of the third, i.e., current stage, is the goal of this article. As key manifestations of the "active participation" of popular culture in the processes of constructing the image of a critical thinker, the transformation and differentiation of this image are considered. It is shown that within the context of popular culture, critical thinking, usually interpreted through specific cognitive operations, is transformed into what is called a "black box", that is, a process with known initial conditions and final conclusions but inaccessible for observation and explanation by intermediate transformations. Differentiation is manifested in how critical thinking is defined depending on the sociocultural context and the community for which this definition is developed. For mainstream Western culture, critical thinking is associated with ideals of scientific rationality, but beyond its boundaries, critical thinking is defined through the ability to come to an agreement, articulate one's thoughts in mutual dialogue, and the degree of multicultural receptivity. Representations of these descriptions can be found in popular culture oriented towards the respective community.
Imperfections of the Regulatory Approach to Provision of PPE on the Example of Enterprises in Kazakhstan
Authors:   Republic Research Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, ZHANKULOVA Laura
Published: November 2024

The article is devoted to the results of research obtained during the implementation of the scientific and technological progress on the topic: «Risk-oriented organizational-economic mechanisms of safe work in conditions of modern Kazakhstan» (IRN BR22182667) RSE on REM «Republican Research Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security of the population of the RK (RSE on REM «RNIIOT» MLSSP RK). The study of the domestic specifics of providing personal protective equipment (PPE) based on the approved norms for issuing special clothing to employees of organizations of various types of economic activity revealed a number of problems in this segment. The main problem identified in the course of scientific work is the lack of consideration of the influence of harmful and dangerous factors (HDF) on the body of workers, and the associated occupational risks (ОR) at most enterprises of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK). The study developed recommendations for the use of relevant PPE based on international best practice to address this issue. That is, at the «pilot» enterprises, various types of PPE are proposed, depending on the nature of the HDF production, the use of which will ensure the preservation of the life and health of workers.
Study of Stratigraphy of Porphyroid Strata of the Area of the Zholshoky Mountains in the Atasu-Mointinsky Watershed
Authors:   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», KIKINA Yevgeniya , GLUKHOV Alexander ,   Azimuth Geology LLP, SADCHIKOV Alexander ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University»
Published: November 2024

A new stratigraphic scheme has been developed formetamorphosed Precambrian deposits in the area of the city of Zholshoky in the Atasu-Mointinsky watershed. Particular attention was paid to porphyroid strata, which were previously included in the composition of the Upper Riphean Altynsyngan Formation on geological maps, were included by us in the Kabantau Formation. Peculiarities of the relationship between the Kabantau Formation and the underlying porphyroids of the Urkendeu Formation are also noted, where the quartzites and shales included in these formations are generally similar, and the porphyroids in these formations are distinguishable in color and structural-textural characteristics, and the petrochemical features of the porphyroids of these two formations are given. The studies carried out have made significant adjustments to the schemes for the stratigraphic division of the Precambrian in Zholshoky, and these data will be applied throughout the Atasu-Mointinsky watershed and in other regions with Precambrian metamorphic outcrops.
Racing Dobbs
Authors: Franke Katherine , Mar Ria Tabacco
Published: November 2024

In Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade’s limits on a state’s ability to restrict, and indeed completely outlaw, abortion. The case raises fundamentally important questions about rights to reproductive autonomy, bodily integrity, sex equality, privacy, and health.
State Actions to Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Minors and the Ways Forward
Authors: Libertella Ali
Published: November 2024

As of October 2023, twenty-one states have passed laws that ban medically necessary gender-affirming care to minors. This Note will discuss the actions of three such states—Texas, Florida, and Arkansas—in 2022.2 These state actions demonstrate three different ways in which states have restricted access to medically necessary gender-affirming care. To move forward, lawyers and advocates must continue to litigate against these bans, state legislatures should enact sanctuary statutes protecting trans youths’ access to gender-affirming care, and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) should make medications—including puberty blockers and hormones—available on-label and across state lines through Telehealth. It is important to recognize that disapproving parents pose insurmountable barrier to minors’ self-realization, exploration of their genders, and access to care. There is abundant legal scholarship on parental consent in this context and analogous ones, such as the mature minor doctrine that concerns minors accessing abortion and reproductive care like birth control. However, this Note focuses solely on situations in which transgender youths’ parents support their children’s identities and allow them to receive gender-affirming care. When a state has a ban on gender-affirming care, parents’ consent would not matter in the face of such a ban, unless the family is financially able and willing to move to a state allowing access to such care.
Impact of bullying on clinical performance among nursing students at clinical setting
Authors: Kousar Naheed , Perveen Asifa , Fatima Moniba , Kousar Farzana , Kousar Rehana
Published: November 2024

Bullying is universally identified as a persistent problem in the nursing profession which basically impacts the antithesis of the compassionated essence of nursing. Bullying negatively affects the clinical learning and educational life of nursing students. A descriptive cross-sectional quantitative design was utilized to accomplish this study. The design was employed to identify the impact of bullying on clinical performance of nursing students. The study also examined the types, frequencies, perpetrators of bullying and coping behavior of nursing students towards bullying. The highest bullying behaviors of the nursing students experienced were verbal abuse and humiliation in front of other people. Bullying results in various types of long term and short-term consequences. Most importantly it affects the skill development among nurses. It is recommended that there must be clear, written SOP’s for the staff working in the clinical facility. This type of documentation should be available for everyone and should be the part of professional training. This can reduce the incidence of the bullying. Another thing is the establishment of healthy relationship between the junior and senior staff members because most of the time it is seen that the senior and junior staff is involved in bullying. Next is the proper training of the nurses about their roles and responsibilities at student level.
Scapular Muscles Strength of Different Age Groups in the Indian Population
Authors: Bisht Shivani , Chaudhuri Sharmila , Thangaraj M.
Published: November 2024

Background: Poor scapular muscular strength and scapular dyskinesis are the causes of scapular discomfort.
Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the normative values of isometric scapular muscle strength and examine the impact of body mass index (BMI), age, weight, height, and gender on scapular strength.
Method and Materials: A portable dynamometer was used to test the isometric scapular muscular strength of the adult volunteers. A multivariate analysis was conducted to examine the impact of age, weight, height, gender, and BMI on scapular muscular strength, and normative strength values were determined.
Results: For both genders, normative ranges were discovered, which would serve as a guide in the risk assessments of muscle weakness and strength. Compared to females, men are less likely to experience strength and weakness. Scapular muscular strength was favorably correlated with both age and weight. Muscle strength is not influenced by height or BMI.
Conclusions: This study will offer the basic framework for the normative ranges of scapular muscle strength in the adult population, assisting in the prevention, maintenance, and treatment of scapular muscle weakness. The clinician will be able to compare the muscle strength of various age groups using this standard.

Key words: Scapular pain, muscle strength, scapular dyskinesis, isometric strength, normative ranges, handheld dynamometer.
Prevalence and Predictors of Depression in Diabetic Patients - An Institution Based Screening in West Bengal
Authors: Sarkar Gupta Shampa , Adhikari Uma Rani
Published: November 2024

Background: Depression is a highly prevalent and common cause of disabilities among the diabetic population. The presence of depression affects self-management behaviors and glycemic control leading to an increase morbidity and mortality rate but remains undiagnosed in many cases.
Aims: This study aims to assess the prevalence and predictors of depression in diabetic patients at a selected tertiary health care centre, Kolkata, West Bengal.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was carried out with 290 diabetic patients attending endocrinological OPD in July - September 2021 at selected Govt. Hospital, Kolkata. Depression was screened through Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ9). The sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of the participants were assessed through validated semi-structured interview schedule. Binary logistic regression was computed to assess the predictors of depression. Statistical significance was detected at p < 0.05.
Result: Total 290 adult diabetic patients were screened for depression. The prevalence of depression was 56.9% (mild – 56.83%, moderate – 26.43% and severe – 16.74%). Marital status (AOR: 2.243, 95% CI=1.063, 4.734), family support (AOR: 2.073, 95% CI=1.257, 3.419) and poor glycemic control, PPBS level > 180 mg/dl (AOR: 1.665, 95% CI=1.018 – 2.722) were proved as the independent predictors of depression in this study population
Conclusion: Depression was present in more than half of the diabetic patients. Early detection of depression and family involvement would be helpful in glycemic control and better outcome.

Key words: Prevalence, Predictors, Depression, Diabetes mellitus.
Validation of Ayurvedic Concept of Anthropometry in Children: A Survey Study
Authors: Swami Vinod Kumar
Published: November 2024

The descriptions regarding the concept of Anguli Pramana are available in Ayurvedic classics including the Veda, Purana as well as other texts. It has been described in different contexts as Angul Pramana of different parts of human body in Pramana Pareeksha. Pramanas are considered as the tool for gaining knowledge in Ayurveda. Angula Pramana is used to quantitative expression the dimensions of the human body and its parts. Charaka considered it as one among the Dashavidha Pareekshya Bhavas.PramanaShareer is explained in detail in reference to measurement of healthy adult, but there is some errors occur/observed when we apply these findings of measurement in the children. In this present study work efforts regarding Pramana Shareer have been made to compile, translate for better understanding and the data presented in tabular form as observed in children. Attempt has also made to analyse and interpret the data given in the various Samhitas by rearranging and reclassifying the data according to need of analysis to arrive at newer conclusions. Thus this exercise is an effort to provide a better understanding the concepts related to human body measurements which were mentioned in Ayurvedic Samhitas

Key words: Angul, Pramana, anthropometry, children.
Effect of Estrogen on Insulin Resistance: Focus on Carcinogenesis, Tumor Growth, and Other Pathological Aspects
Authors: Ahad Abiya , Gehlot Dhruv , Purohit Priyanka
Published: November 2024

Estrogen plays a pivotal role in regulating metabolic processes, particularly in maintaining insulin sensitivity. However, its imbalance, as observed in conditions like menopause or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), contributes to insulin resistance, which is a key driver of various pathological states, including carcinogenesis and tumor growth. This narrative review explores the complex interaction between estrogen, insulin resistance, and associated pathological aspects, with a focus on cancer development. Estrogen influences insulin signaling pathways, while insulin resistance fosters a pro-tumorigenic environment, especially in hormone-sensitive cancers like breast and endometrial cancer. Furthermore, the review discusses the impact of estrogen-insulin resistance interactions on other pathological conditions, such as cardiovascular diseases, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and PCOS, underscoring their cumulative burden on health. Therapeutic approaches, including estrogen replacement therapy (ERT), are evaluated in the context of managing insulin resistance and its associated risks, particularly concerning cancer progression. Despite advances, significant gaps remain in understanding the dual role of estrogen in metabolic dysfunction and carcinogenesis. This review highlights the need for further research into the estrogen-insulin resistance axis and its implications for personalized therapeutic strategies in cancer and metabolic disorders.

Key words: Estrogen; Insulin Resistance; Carcinogenesis; Tumor Growth; Hormone Therapy; Metabolic Syndrome; Estrogen Receptor Signaling; Hyperinsulinemia; Breast Cancer; Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS); Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD); cardiovascular disease; Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT); Insulin-like Growth Factors (IGFs); Menopause
Effectiveness of Neurodevelopmental Treatment on Muscular Strength and Gross Motor Function in a Child with Dyskinetic Cerebral Palsy - A Case Study
Authors: P K Sreejisha , S Haripriya , Jose Liya
Published: November 2024

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of permanent disorders affecting movement, muscle tone and co-ordination. It is a neurological disorder caused by abnormal brain development or damage. Dyskinetic cerebral palsy is a type of cerebral palsy characterised by involuntary movements. It is marked by dystonia, athetosis, chorea and tremors. This is the case of 3year old female child with a history of seizures at the age of 1 year who presented with features of dyskinetic cerebral palsy who is unable to sit and stand independently and also has difficulty in holding objects with hands. Examination done on sensory examination, motor examination, trunk control and gross motor skills. Speech and language delays and the involuntary movements of upper extremity and lower extremity is present. She had an MRI which revealed that she has diffuse cerebral atrophy.

Key words: NDT techniques; CIMT; Dyskinetic CP; GMFM
Study of Laterality Judgment and Tactile Acuity in Patients with Chronic Unilateral Shoulder Pain: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Rajput Divya Sanjay , Kubal Swati
Published: November 2024

Context: Cortical organization of the painful body region may be disrupted in several chronic pain conditions. The two-point discrimination test (TPDT) and the Left/Right Judgement Task (LRJT) have been used to identify changes in the cortical body schema in these conditions. Whether changes in the cortical body schema are impaired in people with chronic shoulder pain remains unknown.
Aim: To study laterality judgment and tactile acuity in chronic unilateral shoulder pain patients.
Materials and Method: The study included an experimental group of patients with unilateral shoulder pain and a control group of healthy relatives. Shoulder pain intensity was assessed using an 11-point scale (0-10). Tactile acuity was measured with a two-point discrimination test (precision: 1 mm). Laterality discrimination was tested using shoulder images rotated randomly (0, 90, or 180 degrees).
Results: In a study of 86 subjects (mean age 49.16, 28% males, 72% females), no significant differences were found in TPDT, accuracy, or response time between affected and unaffected shoulders within Group A, or between Groups A and B. Pain intensity (NRS) did not correlate with these measures.
Conclusion: Shoulder pain showed no impact on TPDT and LRJT measures. Therefore, the above study does not provide clear evidence of altered cortical organization in chronic unilateral shoulder pain.

Key words: TPDT, LRJT, NRS
Analysis of electrical energy audit for lighting on electrical engineering buildings Malikussaleh University
Authors: Siagian Manutur JT , Multazam Teuku , Nasution Fakhruddin Ahmad
Published: November 2024

The electrical engineering building at Malikussaleh University has a large enough need for electrical energy. Consumption of electrical energy in this building has increased from year to year which affects the amount of electric power and high operating costs. The main cause is the large number of lighting lamps that are used so that the impact on the high costs that must be paid to the PLN. Therefore, in this study an assessment will be carried out regarding the causes of not realizing the effective and efficient use of electrical energy. Energy audit is one of the methods used to find out in detail about the need for proportional energy consumption in accordance with the applicable Indonesian National Standards (SNI) so that it will provide comfort for users. The variables used in this audit are the compatibility between the light used in each available room, as well as the type of lamp material used. The calculation results show that the problem is the high consumption of electrical energy because a lot of electrical equipment is not environmentally friendly, which affects the costs incurred. The amount of energy or kWh that must be paid each year is Rp. 30,300,949.98
A commentary on adenovirus associated uveitis with necrotizing retinitis
Authors:   Ophthalmology Department Xiamen Pediatric Hospital Fudan University China, YL Lin
Published: November 2024

There is an association between human adenovirus and uveitis, especially among the pathogenesis of uveitis viral infection is an important contributing factor 1
Identifying and Prioritizing the Factors Affecting the Behavioral Noise of Investors (Case Study: Tehran Stock Exchange)
Authors: Mojtaba Hashemi
Published: November 2024

The aim of this research was to identify and prioritize the effective factors of investors' behavioral changes. The research method is applied and correlational. The statistical population includes all stock market investors who were determined by simple random method and Cochran's formula as a sample size of 384 people. To collect data, a questionnaire was used, which was valid with experts' opinions and reliable with alpha. Cronbach's 0.87 was obtained and confirmed. For data analysis, regression test and VIKOR method and SPSS version 25 software were used. The results showed that there is a significant relationship between investors' emotions, investors' emotions, investors' personality traits and investors' behavioral stability and their behavioral noises, and the ranking results showed that the first variable of investors' personality traits with a value of (1), the second variable of investors' emotions with a value of ( 0.840), was the third variable of investors' feelings (0.74) and the fourth variable of investors' behavioral stability was ranked last with a value of (0.594).
Burdock Root Extract in Combined Therapy of Lymphoproliferative Diseases: Clinical Trial
Authors: Valery Petrovich Sergun
Published: November 2024

The importance of identifying effective ways of dealing with endogenous intoxication in Lymphoproliferative disorders is acknowledged. Proper nutrition helps fight infection and provides the body with a sufficient amount of energy. For centuries, burdock root has been used for cleansing and detoxifying. In this study, we assessed the efficacy of two biologically active food supplements with nutrient-rich burdock root extract in combined therapy for LPDs. For the trial, people with stages II-IV non-Hodgkin lymphomas or with stages II-III multiple myeloma were selected. The participants were divided equally into two groups: the main group and the comparison group. The participants for both groups possessed similar characteristics and clinical data. The participants of the main group were prescribed to take supplements with concentrated burdock root extract between three treatment cycles of polychemotherapy. The supplements with burdock root extract were found to significantly reduce the severity of endogenous intoxication and improve the tolerability of systemic chemotherapy.
Recognizing Behavior Patterns in Financial Markets based on Candlestick Charts and Fuzzy Logic
Authors: Mahdi Yarmohammadi Jalali Farahani
Published: November 2024

Financial markets as complex analytical systems are always the attention of analysts and investors. Accurate forecasting of future market trends is one of the major challenges in investment. To improve the accuracy of forecasting and decision-making in financial markets, this study proposes a new method based on the combination of technical analysis and artificial intelligence based on fuzzy logic. Also, Forex market data related to the EUR/USD was used. Candlestick chart data was analyzed daily from May 25, 2024, to May 31, 2024. After collecting the historical price data, the key characteristics of the candlestick charts were extracted and converted into linguistic variables using fuzzification techniques. Through the optimization of such linguistic variables, the current state of the market was introduced in the form of a behavioral pattern with a simple and interpretable language. The findings proved that the proposed model can identify different market behavior patterns with considerable accuracy. Also, using fuzzification and data optimization techniques minimizes the impact of market noise.
El libro didáctico de estrategias para la creación de experiencias multimedia interactivas
Authors: Peláez Ayala Carlos Alberto , Solano Alegría Andres Fernando , Agredo Ramos Andrés Fabián , Gallego Aguilar Andres Felipe , Granollers Saltiveri Antoni
Published: November 2024

Este libro presenta seis rutas que permiten la creación de experiencias multimedia interactivas, desde una perspectiva centrada en el diseño centrado en el usuario y el diseño centrado en la creación de valor. Cada una incorpora diversas actividades y técnicas que permiten construir una propuesta que orienta a un equipo de trabajo desde una perspectiva creativa.
DİJİTAL DÖNÜŞÜMÜN TÜRKİYE’DEKİ ÜNİVERSİTELERİN LİSANSÜSTÜ EĞİTİM PROGRAMLARINDA YER ALAN DENETİM DERSLERİNE ETKİSİ
Authors: İzmirli Ata Fatma
Published: November 2024

Dijital dönüşüm işletme ve kurumların iş yapma ortamını ve yöntemlerini değiştirirken, denetçilerden beklentileri de etkilemiştir. Günümüzde denetçilerin çalışma biçimleri, süreçleri, yöntem ve prosedürleri, iş akışları, iş takibi, paylaşımları, veri elde etmeleri, verileri işleme ve güvenliğini sağlama vb. uygulamalarında dijital dönüşümün etkisi sürekli artmaktadır. Geleneksel denetim uygulamalarının yetersiz kaldığı bu dönüşüm ortamında denetçilerin eğitiminin yeniden düzenlenmesi zorunluluk haline gelmiştir. Bu doğrultuda üniversitelerde verilen lisans ve lisansüstü denetim eğitiminin ele alınması, güncellenmesi ve eksikliklerinin telafi edilmesine yönelik çalışmaların yapılması gerekmektedir. Bu çalışma, Türkiye’deki üniversitelerin dijital dönüşüm nedeniyle ortaya çıkan gelişmeler doğrultusunda lisansüstü denetim eğitimlerini güncelleyip güncellenmediklerini nitel araştırma yöntemleri olan doküman analizi ve içerik analizi ile ortaya koymayı amaçlamıştır. Elde edilen sonuçlar lisansüstü eğitimde sunulan denetim derslerinin yaşanan dönüşüm süreci ile uyumlu olmadığını, geleneksel denetim eğitiminin sürdürüldüğünü ve ders programlarının akademisyen uzmanlıkları ile şekillendiğini göstermektedir. Dolayısıyla bu programlara eklenebilecek yeni dersler ve dijital öğretim yöntemleri ele alınmış ve bu alanlara ilişkin önerilere yer verilmiştir.
YAPAY ZEKANIN DENETİMDE KULLANILMASI VE ETİK SORUNLAR
Authors: Polat Mehmet
Published: November 2024

Benzersiz bir yenilik olan yapay zekâ, yaşamın hemen her alanını etkilemektedir. Diğer alanlarda olduğu kamu yönetiminde de verimlilik ve etkinliği çok önemli ölçüde artırması beklenen yapay zekaya dayalı teknolojiler, sağladığı avantajlar kadar, çeşitli risklere ve tehditlere de kaynaklık etmektedir. Denetim, yapay zekanın en yüksek katkı potansiyeline sahip olduğu alanlardan biri olarak görülmektedir. Bu nedenle yapay zekanın denetimde kullanımının artması ile birlikte karşılaşılabilecek etik sorunlar yoğun tartışmalara konu olmaktadır. Bu çalışma, literatür taraması yöntemiyle yapay zekanın denetimde kullanılmasının yol açabileceği etik sorunlar, Uluslararası Yüksek Denetim Kurumları Örgütü (INTOSAI) ve İç Denetim Koordinasyon Kurulu’nun etik ilkeleri çerçevesinde bütüncül bir şekilde, daha çok fütüristtik bir yaklaşımla ele almayı amaçlamaktadır. Çalışma, etik sorunlara yol açma potansiyeli yüksek karmaşık hususların tamamen makinelere bırakılmaması gerektiği, ancak denetimde yapay zekânın kullanılmasından da vazgeçilemeyeceği çıkarımlarından hareketle, yapay zekanın denetimde etik ilkeler çerçevesinde kullanılmasına ilişkin yöntem ve yaklaşımlara odaklanmaktadır.
CURRENT STATE AND DEVELOPMENT OF DOMESTIC SCRAP METAL COLLECTION
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, SHIPELNIKOV A.A. , BOBYLEVA N.A. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University, TOLMACHEV S.A. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University
Published: November 2024

The article considers the problems of the current state and development of domestic scrap metal collection focused on uninterrupted supply of high-productive BOF shops with steel scrap at large metallurgical enterprises. An analytical review of the scrap metal collection development prospects in world metallurgy is presented. The main emphasis is made on the peculiarities of applying various methods of preparing ferrous scrap and wastes for BOF smelting and on the requirements for BOF shop technological equipment. Data on the structure of recycled and purchased steel scrap are presented, and the necessity of using a shredding plant in NLMK's scrap shop is shown.
ANALYSIS OF THE HOT-BLAST STOVE UNIT OPERATION EFFICIENCY
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, KRIVTSOV A.Yu. , TITOV V.N. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University
Published: November 2024

The paper considers a method for increasing the blast temperature by changing the operating modes of hot-blast stoves. A mathematical model of regenerative heat exchange is used to determine the optimal operating modes (sequential and mixed) for a unit consisting of three hot-blast stoves. It is noted that the blast temperature can further be increased by increasing the heating time while reducing the reversal time or by increasing the heating gas consumption while reducing the duration of the hot-blast stove operating cycle.
Comparison of Identification Efficiency of RBCL and Mat K Primers using Bold and Blast Databases in Anisomeles malabarica
Authors: Bhuvaneshwari R.  , R. Anandhan
Published: November 2024

Anisomeles malabarica also known as Indian Malabar catamint is a medicinal plant classified under the Lamiaceae family, is found in the southern tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. In the present study comparison of identification efficiency of rbcl and mat K markers was done using BOLD and BLAST data bases. The sequences identified from BLAST and BOLD databases were different from each other. The sequence identified from BLAST using matk and rbcl are same which are as follows, Anisomeles indica - 99.6%, Microtoenaurticifolia - 97.99%, Microtoenarobusta - 97.99%, Microtoenadelavayi - 97.99% and Colebrookiaoppositifolia - 97.35%. Similarly, the sequence identified from BOLD using matk and rbcl are same which are as follows, Anisomeles indica - 99.6%, Anisomeles malabarica - 98.38%, Rostrinuculas inensis - 97.08%, Anisomeles indica - 99.3 % and Cymaria acuminata - 96.82 %.