bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
LR-SLAM: An Efficient Dynamic SLAM System for Low-Resolution RGB-D Cameras
Authors: Sun Qian , Liu Wa , Xu Ziqiang , Zou Junjing , Li Yibing
Published: July 2024

In the context of Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) in dynamic environments, a pivotal challenge is the simultaneous negation of environmental dynamics' impact without incurring excessive resource consumption and diminishing real-time performance. Existing solutions typically focus on enhancing algorithmic precision and efficiency, often overlooking the significance of addressing these challenges from the perspective of sensor equipment. To address this issue, we introduce LR-SLAM, a vision-based SLAM system tailored for indoor dynamic environments and compatible with low-resolution cameras. This system achieves computational and energy efficiency while ensuring satisfactory localization accuracy without the need for high-resolution cameras. LR-SLAM employs the GCNv2 network for feature extraction and integrates an adaptive non-maximum suppression algorithm based on range trees for feature point uniformization. Furthermore, we propose a dynamic feature point elimination strategy that combines lightweight object detection, epipolar constraints, and probabilistic modeling. Tested on the TUM datasets, as well as in real-world scenarios, LR-SLAM has demonstrated exceptional localization accuracy and robustness in dynamic environments, relying solely on low-resolution cameras. This research not only offers a new perspective and solution in the field of dynamic SLAM but also significantly expands the application potential of low-resolution cameras in this domain.
General law of refraction
Authors: Chen Yuchuan
Published: July 2024

Refraction, accompanied with reflection is involved in all photonic devices, including emerging photonic materials constructed with lossy materials. However, refraction in a lossy medium is still a puzzle up to this day even though the law of refraction for lossless media, Snell’s law, was discovered over a millennium ago. To obtain predictable designs and allow for valuable evaluation of photonic materials, a general law of refraction valid for lossy media becomes indispensable. Here we derive it from the phase continuity of electromagnetic waves by introducing a transition layer of permittivity and permeability with gradual variations between two media, instead of the single physical interface. It well simulates our experimental results of reflectance vs. incident angle and polarization at the interface of glass and indium tin oxide coating at multi wavelengths, which cannot be done by complex Snell’s law. With a real refraction angle in lossy media, it finally solves the millennium puzzle of refraction in a lossy medium. It covers Snell’s law and reveals a new phenomenon of incident angle and polarization independent reflection, some kind of invisibility. It will contribute to the designs of photonic materials, correct the complex permittivity measured by ellipsometry and improve the design of external total reflection of X-ray.
The Symbolic Space of Chinese Tea Culture
Authors: Zhou Xiaowei Zhou Xiaowei ,   Heilongjiang International University
Published: July 2024

The article is devoted to determining the parameters for the formation of the symbolic space of Chinese tea culture. The research methodology is related to the cultural analysis of the phenomenon of tea culture as a certain symbolic space. The author focuses on the fact that tea culture, being an important part of the traditional national culture of China, creates a special space for the life of Chinese society and the everyday culture of the Chinese, which includes a variety of cultural forms. The symbolic space of Chinese tea culture is a holistic expression of its ideal meanings through objects, phenomena and activities as elements of this culture. The Chinese tea ceremony is rooted in Chinese culture, permeated with ancient theories of philosophy, aesthetics, ethics, psychology, sociology, anthropology, literature and art, and is inextricably linked with the Confucian and Taoist ideals of traditional culture. The ethical function of Chinese tea culture throughout history is based on the concept of harmony, emphasizing the dialectical thinking of people living in peace and peaceful dialogue. The symbols of tea culture reflect the external form and internal structure of tea culture, associated with obvious national and regional characteristics. Based on the interpretation of the concept of tea culture and its presentation in culture, the concept of presentation of tea culture can be defined as follows: the entire process of people’s participation in the construction of cultural activities by creating tea as a cultural symbol and using this symbol. Currently, the symbolic space of Chinese tea culture is expanding and essentially covering the whole world.
The Influence of Taiji Philosophy on the Artistic Conception of Contemporary Chinese Neorealism
Authors: Zhao Shuai Zhao Shuai ,   Transbaikal State University
Published: July 2024

This paper is devoted to the analysis of the influence of ancient Chinese Taiji philosophy on the artistic creation of contemporary Chinese artists. The introduction of the article is introducing of Taiji philosophy. We believe that Taiji philosophy is the synthetic unity of many ancient philosophical thoughts, and it is the basis of the influence on the spirit of modern art and culture. Taoist natural philosophy and Confucian ethics synthesize the philosophical core of traditional Chinese world outlook, emphasize the simplicity and nature of world order, and form the basic principles of Taiji. The concept of Yin and Yang is fundamental to Taiji, emphasizing the duality of movement and change as a balance of opposing developing forces. The dialectics of Taiji philosophy has been supplemented by the creation thought of energy – “Qi” in its development. The synthesis of knowledge is an enrichment of dialectical philosophical thought, that is, all things in the world are moving, the whole composed of individuals has the characteristics of “Yin and Yang”, and “Qi” is the absolute energy of all things, including human activities. The basic principles of Taiji philosophy and ethics include: naturalness of change, without imposing interference (inaction); change is the only constant for the existence of the world and for ensuring its sustainability; and softness helps to develop renewed creativity. The study illustrates the functional significance of the influence of Taiji principles and philosophical ideas on the evolution of neo-realist art. Taking Chinese neo-realist artists Xin Dongwang and Zheng Yi as examples, the author extends a new understanding of the three driving factors of artistic creation motivation: internal, external and subjective. Taking the development of neo-realist art as an example, it proves that Confucianism and Taoism have become two fully mature directions in the ancient Chinese philosophical heritage, and that there is functional complementarity in thinking about the differences of contemporary Chinese culture and social environment through artistic expression.
Hypertextual Literature Through the Lens of Poststructuralist Theory
Authors: Zeynalova Ksenia V. ,   Transbaikal State University
Published: July 2024

Hyperliterature is a part of digital culture. Computer technology has allowed writers to experiment with the fiction’s form. By structuring the text as a set of text fragments interwoven with links, writers have made the content of works more complex, while leaving the reader alone with hypertext. To structure and understand the specificity of such literature, however, it is not enough to understand the functioning of hypertext systems taken as the basis for the formal organization of the text. It is also necessary to comprehend the philosophical foundations on which hyperliterature relies in order to prove its axiological value. Thus, the novelty of the study lies in the consideration of hypertext literature through the prism of poststructuralist concepts, however, not from the point of view of identifying the features of structure (which often associated with the principles of deconstruction), but from the position of content and semantic content. For this purpose, the following tasks were set: to consider the key concepts of poststructuralist philosophy, to identify the features of hypertext literature based on the works of poststructuralists. Using the example of the hypernovel “My Body” by Sh. Jackson, we revealed that hypertext literature correlates with such theoretical concepts of R. Barthes, M. Foucault and J. Derrida as the death of the author, the possibility of multiple interpretation and the perfect text. These theories are united by the fact that they comprehend not only the text but also the process of reading, emphasizing how the role of the reader changes. The format of the article does not allow discussing other theories of poststructuralists, which allows to talk about the prospects for further study of this issue.
On the Impact of the ‘Zero COVID-19’ Policy on China’s Economic and Financial Systems
Authors: Mezentsev Sergei D. ,   National Research University Moscow State University of Civil Engineering, Bernyukevich Alena A. ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics
Published: July 2024

The article examines the “zero COVID-19 policy” in China pursued in 2020–2022 in order to address the pandemic, and provides a number of measures based on “zero tolerance for coronavirus.” The essence of this policy was to localize the pandemic, reduce the number of cases, and save people’s lives. The fight against the pandemic slowed down, but did not stop the socio-economic development of the PRC. The article also reviews publications on the impact of the pandemic on the economic and financial systems, and statistical data published by various economic and financial structures in China. Dialectical approach, methods of analysis, synthesis and generalization, graphic and tabular methods were used during the study, due to which both positive and negative consequences of applying the “zero COVID-19 policy” were identified. It is emphasized that the “zero COVID-19 policy” was effective not only in combating the pandemic until November 2022 but also quite successful in solving economic and financial problems, despite lockdowns, quarantines, etc. The article pays particular attention to such economic and financial indicators of China as GDP, exports, imports, trade balance, foreign direct and domestic government investment, and foreign exchange reserves. Since the spring of 2022, dissatisfaction and irritation of the population with the “zero COVID-19 policy” has noticeably increased, and in November protests against anti-Covid restrictions took place in some cities around China. As a result, the government had to abandon the “zero COVID-19 policy” and move to a rapid lifting of restrictive measures. As a result, there was an immediate large coronavirus outbreak, which soon began to decline. With its effectively implemented “zero COVID-19 policy,” China has strengthened its leadership position on the world stage. In conclusion, it is stated that this policy, which has become a thing of history, deserves a positive assessment.
Alaskan Russian: Cultural and Historical Trace of the Russian Expansion in North America
Authors: Raskladkina Marina K.
Published: July 2024

The article analyzes approaches to creating a chronology of Russia’s exploration of Alaska and the Aleutian Islands, highlights historical periods relevant for the main purpose of our research. The goal is to describe the Russian language as a dynamic and integral part of a unique culture formed in the Creole communities, uniting the paternal culture of Russian colonists and the maternal cultures of the indigenous population. This culture lies in the center of social interactions and makes its core. The issue is topical for the present study, since it contributes to our understanding of the phenomena of the interaction of cultures. The Russian period of Alaska is recognized by researchers, both domestic and international, as an important and special epoch in the life of the American state, an epoch which to a great extent determined its history. Alaskan Russian was an intermediary language for the people from the continent and the native speakers of indigenous languages. It was used in communication until the middle of the 20th century. At the moment, the Alaskan Russian language exists as a cultural artifact: to a certain extent, it is known by a few descendants of Creoles of very advanced age. The purpose of this study is to create a historical context of the formation of the Alaskan Russian language and to describe conditions for its uprise and preservation on the territory of Russian America. We show that the existence of permanent functional settlements in which Russian language was spoken – in the family, in the community, and for trade and professional contacts – determined consolidation of the Russian language, in a number of places in Alaska up to the middle of the XX century. The data presented in the article confirm that the Orthodox tradition and the Russian language that have survived to this day are the main features of Russia’s long-term cultural influence in Alaska. The study used both universal scientific methods and special methods of historical research determined by the specifics of the problem, namely: the problem-chronological method, the method of comparative analysis, the systematic method. Exploring the influence of language on social life, the author adheres to the methods of linguistic anthropology and historical anthropology
Over-Expression of MicroRNA-210 and MicroRNA-185-5p in Normotensive Late-Fetal Growth Restriction: Preliminary Cohort Study
Authors: Altan Erbilen Esra , Varol G. Fusun , Sut Necdet , Turker N Pelin , Sayin Cenk
Published: July 2024

OBJECTIVE: Late Fetal Growth Restriction (LFGR), a condition associated with perinatal and long-term neurodevelopmental problems, is caused by inadequate placental transfer of oxygen and nutrients to the fetus. This preliminary study evaluates the expression profiles and clinical significance of hypoxia-sensitive microRNA-210 (miR-210) and microRNA-185-5p (miR-185-5p) in placental and maternal circulation. The potential clinical implications of this research could significantly enhance the management of LFGR.
STUDY DESIGN: In this prospective cohort study conducted at the Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic of Trakya University Faculty of Medicine Hospital, miR-210 and miR-185-5p expression was evaluated in the placenta of healthy (n=30) and LFGR (n=30) cases. In healthy (n=15) and LFGR (n=15) cases, miRNA levels in maternal plasma were studied. We determined these two miRNAs using Real-Time Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-qPCR) and statistically analyzed them with clinical data to determine robustness. We provided a comprehensive evaluation.
RESULTS: Both the placenta and maternal plasma samples exhibited significant correlations with miR-210 and miR-185-5p expression (r=0.615; r=0.771, p<0.01). The expression levels in both placenta and plasma were significantly higher in the LFGR group. Placental miR-210 demonstrated an AUC (0.908), sensitivity (93.3%), and specificity (96.7%), while plasma miR-210 showed AUC (0.738), sensitivity (86.7%), and specificity (66.7%). In contrast, placental miRNA 185-5p displayed a diagnostic performance with AUC (0.926), sensitivity (76.1%), and specificity (63.8%); plasma miRNA 185-5p exhibited an AUC (0.778), sensitivity (86.7%), and specificity (86.7%). However, placental miR-210 and miR-185-5p did not fully correlate with birth weight, placental weight, and fetal cerebroplacental Doppler ratio.
CONCLUSION: Placental miRNA-210 showed superior diagnostic performance over placental miRNA 185-5p in LFGR pregnancies. However, it is crucial to emphasize that further studies are needed to validate these findings and correlate them with clinical data, underscoring the ongoing importance of research in this field.
Choice of Investors in Tier 2 Cities of Central India for Investments in Equity
Authors: Ratish C Gupta, Vibhuti Singh
Published: July 2024

The study scrutinizes stock market preferences among investors. The goal of the study is to pinpoint the variables that affect stockinvesting decisions and the degree to which these variables impact investment preferences. The results reveal that several variables, suchas risk tolerance, investing horizon, market conditions, and other factors affect the preferences of investors in the stock market. The studyconcludes that investors' preferences are complex and rely on a variety of characteristics that are particular to each person. The findings ofthis study can aid investors and financial advisors in better comprehending the variables affecting investment choices and in creating moreefficient investment strategies.
An Investigation of Challenges and Opportunities for Indian Women Entrepreneur
Authors: Roshni Jaiswal, Anjana Singh, Priti Rai
Published: July 2024

Due to deeply rooted customs and a male-dominated sociocultural structure, Indian women face significant challenges in achieving equalrights and roles. In any economy, entrepreneurs are essential because they use their abilities and initiative to foresee demands and providenovel ideas to the market. Someone who takes on challenging jobs to attain financial independence and personal needs is considered awoman entrepreneur. Although many women possess this trait, they are unaware of their true potential since they have never been giventhe chance to display their skills. Mothers bear a greater responsibility in India for caring for their families and nurturing their children.Women are often the ones in families who are responsible for efficiently organizing a variety of activities without experiencingdifficulties. The current study is concerned with the issues and difficulties encountered by Indian women business owners. Despite thewomen's empowerment movement in our nation, women still lag when it comes to operating businesses. The primary problem is the lackof an environment that encourages entrepreneurship, but women also face social, cultural, and financial obstacles. Despite their aptitudeand talent, women lack access to opportunities, knowledge, and education. The male-female competitiveness, women's familyresponsibilities, gender inequity, financial difficulties, and low risk-taking mentality are a few of the main issues noted. To supportwomen's enterprises in maintaining favourable working conditions, the State and Central governments have launched someempowerment initiatives.
Asymmetrical suction and injection in laminar channels with porous walls: a fixed point approach
Authors: Bee Olmedo David
Published: July 2024

The problem of laminar flow in a rectangular channel with a pair of porous walls is considered. The porous walls allow fluid to be injected into or sucked out of the channel at constant velocities normal to the walls; the velocities at each wall are not necessarily of equal magnitude nor symmetrical in direction. In this article, a unique solution to this problem is shown to exist for sufficiently low Reynolds numbers through the application of Banach's fixed point theorem. This serves to further the discussion about the uniqueness of solutions for this problem, whilst also demonstrating the suitability of a fixed point approach to this family of fluid dynamics problems.
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Snow Depth Measurement using GNSS-R Techniques: A Review
Authors: Kshetrimayum Arvindd , Srivastava Hari Shanker , Bhardwaj Ashutosh , Garg Vaibhav , Srilatha Gugulothu
Published: July 2024

Snow is a widespread atmospheric constituent on Earth, as well as one of the cryosphere's most important seasonal and inter-seasonal fluctuations. Estimating the amount of snow in hilly areas is essential for a variety of socioeconomic endeavours and environmental research. Traditional methods for monitoring snow depth include accessibility, expense, and coverage limits, especially in isolated and difficult terrain. Global Navigation Satellite System-Reflectometry (GNSS-R) technology has emerged as a promising tool for remote sensing applications that include snow depth estimation. This review study synthesises and evaluates current literature on the use of GNSS-R technology for snow depth retrieval, concentrating on its potential and constraints in various mountainous places around the world. The paper includes a detailed explanation of GNSS-R working principles and receiver’s advancement, snow depth retrieval methods using both traditional and remote sensing methods like active microwave, passive microwave, GNSS-R integrating with machine learning and deep learning models to develop a snow depth assessment in diverse geographical contexts. GNSS-R technology aids in snow depth retrieval through Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) and carrier phase pseudorange methods, with optimal choice based on application requirements, accuracy, environmental conditions, resources, and complexity-precision trade-offs. The review study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the advances in GNSS-R-based snow depth estimation, as well as insights and guidance for future advancements in this field, particularly in addressing the complexities of snow depth estimation in diverse terrains such as those found in India..
Mirabai: The Renunciation, the Rebellion and the Sainthood
Authors: Chauhan Vivek
Published: July 2024

Mirabai is a household name for all the devotees of Lord Krishna across Bharat. Her name has become synonymous with devotion and rebellion. Mira transcends time as a pivotal figure in Indian history and spirituality. This research paper delves into the life of this enigmatic saint-poet, exploring the key events that shaped her legacy. After discussing Mirabai's renunciation this paper will examine her unwavering dedication to Lord Krishna, a love that defied societal expectations placed upon a Rajput princess. This absolute devotion to Lord Krishna led her to embrace a life of piety and austerity in great contrast to the royal life she had inherited, being born a princess. The paper will also shed light on Mirabai's meeting with the revered saint Raidas. This meeting is believed to have significantly influenced her bhakti (devotional) path and challenged the rigid caste system of the times. This paper also aims to explore Mirabai's rebellious nature. Her unconventional expressions of devotion, including singing and dancing in public, clashed with the conservative Rajput court. This defiance will be analyzed in the context of the prevailing social norms and her unwavering commitment to Krishna. The research paper will not shy away from discussing the persecution Mirabai faced. We will delve into the conflicts that arose due to her unconventional practices and beliefs. This section will explore the challenges she endured and how she navigated them. Finally, the paper will culminate in examining Mirabai's ultimate triumph. Despite persecution, Mirabai's devotion remained unshakeable. We will explore how she is revered as one of the greatest devotees of Lord Krishna (Shyam) and how her legacy continues to inspire generations through her powerful poetry and unwavering faith.
The role of prosodic information in silent reading: An eye–tracking study
Authors: Cergol Kristina , Palmović Marijan
Published: July 2024

A century old intuition about the “inner voice” that accompanies silent reading is nowadays formulated as the Implicit Prosody Hypothesis (IPH) emphasizing the role prosody plays in silent reading comprehension. To test the IPH, an eye–tracking corpus was set up and analysed. The corpus consisted of eye–tracking data collected in natural reading, i.e. on text materials not experimentally manipulated. The corpus included a short story that participants, unbalanced Croatian–English bilinguals, read in Croatian and English. The eye–tracking data corroborate the IPH, but only in English, while in Croatian the results are less clear. The participants’ gaze was more linked to the content words rather than the prosodic information, but only for fixation durations, not their counts. Arguably, these results reflect differences in stress and grammatical structures between Croatian and English.
Use of euphemisms and dysphemisms in communication of patients in “Sveti Ivan” Psychiatric Hospital
Authors: Grah Majda , Lozo Ivana
Published: July 2024

This research paper deals with the use of euphemisms and self–stigmatisation (dysphemism) in daily mutual communication of patients at the Department for psychotherapeutic treatment of affective, anxiety and dissociative disorders and personality disorders in «Sveti Ivan” Psychiatric Hospital. An anonymous survey questionnaire conducted among patients of the Department showed their tendency to use self–stigmatisation and euphemisms in communication about their diagnosis, pharmacotherapy, their condition, and about the medical institution. Along with the research of the said tendency, exact examples, as well as the frequency and reasons for this communicational practice from the perspective of patients, were also investigated. The reasons for resorting to the same communication patterns were discussed and clarified from the perspective of the psychiatric profession
Real Time Dress Code Adherence Recognition in an Academic Setting Using a Deep Learning Model
Authors: Fakunle Ayobami Olawale
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Machine learning is finding application in many fields as a tool. Its increasing adoption fueled by rapid advancements in algorithms and hardware. Deep learning techniques have shown great capabilities in image recognition, face recognition and other vision tasks. The proposed model describes the use of a deep learning method for the soft biometrics’ classification of clothing according to a predefined dress code standard in an academic setting. The Yolov4 architecture is used in this work for detection and classification. A custom dataset of images is gathered at a higher institution of learning by volunteer students which are subsequently box annotated for location of clothed figures. These are used for training and testing of the dress code detection model. The proposed model indicates detection by drawing bounding boxes and classifies by gender into appropriately dressed APD and not appropriately dressed NAPD. The results indicate that the proposed deep learning model is an efficient and successful network configuration for dress code detection and classification.
Análise de perfil de saúde dos trabalhadores de um hospital do sul do Brasil
Authors: Rocha Juliana Quadros Santos , Santos Eduarda Lopes dos , Camerini Felipe Vieira , Touguinha Luisa Oliveira , Higa Luciane , Teixeira Fernanda de Souza
Published: July 2024

A análise do perfil de saúde dos profissionais de saúde é necessária em ambientes hospitalares devido ao nível de insalubridade apresentado nesses locais. Assim, o objetivo deste estudo foi investigar o perfil de saúde, nível de atividade física e exposição a telas de trabalhadores de um hospital no Sul do Brasil. Este estudo tem caráter transversal e descritivo, e a amostra utilizada foi composta por trabalhadores adultos de um hospital universitário do Sul do Brasil. Os resultados indicaram que a maioria eram mulheres, brancas, de 35-44 anos, com especialização, renda de três a seis salários mínimos, percepção de bem-estar “boa” a “regular”, índice de massa corporal “eutrófico” a “sobrepeso”, sem doenças crônicas, não fumantes, com sono irregular, ansiedade em níveis normais, saúde percebida como “boa”, sedentários, com mais de seis horas de tempo sentado em dias de trabalho. Foram encontradas associações entre ansiedade e várias variáveis. Embora com aspectos positivos, destaca-se que os trabalhadores apresentaram fatores de riscos à saúde, como sedentarismo, tempo prolongado sentado e dor corporal leve e sono irregular. Intervenções em saúde como diminuição de sedentarismo promovendo a prática de atividade física, redução de tempo sentado e orientações para manejo do sono e alívio de dores são necessárias nesse ambiente.
Palavras-chave: saúde ocupacional; vigilância em saúde do trabalhador; serviços de saúde do trabalhador.
Perfil demográfico, epidemiológico e clínico de pacientes com COVID-19 segundo desfecho clínico: um estudo retrospectivo com pacientes admitidos em uma unidade hospitalar
Authors: Silva Danielle Cristina Guimarães da , Rocha Evellyn Dayana Vitória , Jesus Jéssica Oliveira de , Barra Ana Karina Ferreira Trad
Published: July 2024

O surgimento da covid-19 impactou o cenário de saúde mundial e a compreensão do perfil desses pacientes pode auxiliar no desenvolvimento de medidas e análise de como ocorreu o controle da doença. Assim, este artigo visa descrever o perfil demográfico, epidemiológico e clínico de pacientes com covid-19, internados em uma unidade hospitalar, durante 2020 e 2022. Realizou-se uma pesquisa observacional, de caráter retrospectivo e descritivo, baseada no levantamento e análise de dados de prontuários de pacientes com covid-19, assistidos por uma unidade hospitalar em Barreiras (BA). As informações coletadas foram relacionadas a aspectos demográficos, epidemiológicos e clínicos desses pacientes. Participaram do estudo 1355 indivíduos, sendo que houve predominância em pacientes do sexo masculino (61%), faixa etária entre 40 e 59 anos (44,6%), permanência inferior a cinco dias (51,8%) na instituição de saúde. Acerca do desfecho clínico, houve maior frequência em pacientes que tiveram a alta hospitalar (69,5%). Quanto à sintomatologia na admissão, observou-se predominância de pacientes com temperatura corpórea inferior a 38 °C (91,6%). Ademais, mais frequência em relatos de cefaléia (64,9%), desconforto respiratório (58,1%) e tosse (79,8%). Constatou-se que o perfil dos internados foi de alta hospitalar, idade entre 40 e 59 anos, permanência menor que cinco dias, sem comorbidades. No que se refere aos sintomas, observou-se prevalência de cefaléia, desconforto respiratório, sem disgeusia. Quanto à oxigenoterapia, houve uso expressivo de oxigenação extracorpórea.
Fatores de risco de morte por dengue no brasil: um estudo ecológico
Authors: Sousa Fernando Augusto Cervantes Garcia de , Paradella Thaís Cachuté
Published: July 2024

Este artigo tem por objetivo identificar os fatores de risco de morte por dengue no Brasil. Para isso, por meio do Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação (SINAN) e do Morbidade Hospitalar do Sistema Único de Saúde (SIH/SUS), foram levantados os dados referentes às mortes por dengue ocorridas no Brasil entre 1 de janeiro de 2014 a 11 de março de 2024. A partir desses dados, foram calculados os riscos relativos para as seguintes variáveis: sexo, raça, faixa etária, escolaridade e sorotipo, adotando-se o nível de significância de 5% e o intervalo de confiança de 95%. Em relação ao sexo, os homens apresentaram maior risco de morte (RR: 1,24; IC95%: 0,76–0,84) em comparação às mulheres. Quanto à raça, brancos (RR: 1,18; IC 95%: 1,12–1,25) e amarelos (RR: 1,33; IC95%: 1,07–1,66) exibiram um risco significativamente maior do que as demais. Pessoas com 60 anos ou mais apresentaram risco de morte 7,74 vezes maior (RR: 7,74; IC95%: 7,38–8,11) em comparação às outras faixas etárias. Pessoas analfabetas ou que estudaram só até a 4a série do ensino fundamental tiveram um risco três vezes maior (RR: 3,00; IC95%: 2,79–3,23) do que aquelas com mais anos de estudo. O sorotipo DENV-2, por sua vez, aumentou 1,61 vezes o risco de morte (RR: 1,61; IC95%: 1,43–1,80) em relação aos demais sorotipos, enquanto o DENV-3 aumentou 2,94 vezes (RR: 2,94; IC95%: 1,68–5,15). Foi possível deduzir que sexo, raça, faixa etária, escolaridade e sorotipo são fatores de risco de morte por dengue, devendo, portanto, ser considerados na elaboração de políticas públicas de combate à dengue.
VIÉS DE TEMPO, PESSOA E LUGAR: Ampliando o olhar através da Teoria dos Pressupostos da Qualidade Científica
Authors: Souza Filho Breno Augusto Bormann de , Tritany Érika Fernandes , Struchiner Cláudio José
Published: July 2024

The literature presents several classifications for methodological biases, however little is discussed about the possible biases related to the theoretical foundation adopted in the research. Based on the Theory of Assumptions of Scientific Quality, we present reflections and conceptual expansions related to theoretical-methodological biases in research. A critical-reflective text supported by a narrative review, whose material collection process was carried out in a non-systematic way, chosen exclusively and based on the line of argument and reflection that the authors intend to submit to appreciation and public debate. Describe the importance of explaining the theoretical foundation and possible biases related to central aspects of life, namely, the time, person and place for public health research and its intersection with the process of elaboration, development and reporting in scientific studies. Classify and describe the biased types of time, person and place referring to the conceptual and empirical planes and the important elaboration and description of the combination of both for scientific work. It is hoped that this article will raise discussions and reflections on the current theoretical-methodological process that permeates scientific work and encourages the use and adequate explanation of the foundation and its possible theoretical biases.
Águas, energias e alimentos na agricultura familiar do Alto Vale do Jequitinhonha, Minas Gerais
Authors: Correia Patrícia Oliveira , Ribeiro Eduardo Magalhães , Galizoni Flávia Maria , Simão Erick José de Paula , Santos Lucas Rocha
Published: July 2024

Os começos dos anos 2000, no mundo rural do Alto Jequitinhonha, foram marcados pelo envelhecimento populacional e pela redução do tamanho da família, bem como por longos intervalos de estiagem na estação chuvosa, secamento de corpos d’água e um conjunto de novos programas públicos. Este artigo analisa as relações entre águas e energias usadas na produção de alimentos no cenário das mudanças socioeconômicas e ambientais que ocorreram nesse território com forte presença de agricultura familiar. O artigo utilizou recursos de pesquisa qualitativa, investigando uma amostra de famílias rurais com diferentes composições, distribuídas pelo espaço territorial, abordando aspectos sociais, produtivos e ambientais. O estudo revela que as dificuldades de obtenção de águas e as facilidades de acesso à energia levaram à transformação nos usos de recursos e nas jornadas de trabalho, no consumo e na combinação entre técnicas costumeiras e intensivas para assegurar a persistência da produção e do grupo social.
A Marxist Approach to Bostonian Missionaries in Hawaii
Authors: Sekaric Tea
Published: July 2024

For centuries, the United States has euphemized their imperial endeavours across the North American continent as they have continued to rely on providential rhetoric to justify their means of colonial expansion. This research critiques beliefs of American exceptionalism in an attempt to expose the hidden ills of America’s colonial efforts. It looks at the activities of Boston’s missionaries in Honolulu, Hawaii, in the nineteenth century and examines the way American identity and understandings of their own exceptionalism manifested on the ground via imperial pursuits. Sponsored by the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions (ABCFM), Boston’s missionaries entered Hawaii in 1819 with the intent to civilize what they perceived as an uncivilized nation. In colonial Hawaii, we will see the extensive blurring of lines between informal and formal empire, which this paper positions as a deliberate transition pivotal for the archipelago’s 1898 annexation. These actions will be observed through a Marxists-based approach to examine how the gradual subjugation of Hawaii’s Indigenous population occurred through religious and educational institutions. Religion and education will therefore be observed as tools used for grander imperial pursuits in colonial Hawaii. As this paper attempts to deconstruct beliefs associated with American exceptionalism, it will look at its origins—that is, Christian belief structures that informed ideas of America’s superiority—and its practical workings on behalf of Bostonian missionaries.
Race, Gender, Sexuality, and the Pursuit of Modernity: British Biopower and Female Sexuality in Domestic and Colonial Practice
Authors: Tomas Alana
Published: July 2024

This paper explores how female sexuality became a primary site for the exercise of British biopolitical regulation as illustrated both in colonial Hong Kong and Singapore, and in domestic practice within the metropole. The application of biopolitical regulation on the subject of female sexuality was based on a discursive production making indissociable the success of the imperial project and the survival of the imperial race and the control of the female body. This discursive production mobilized intersections of race, class, gender, and sexuality through the Victorian cult of domesticity, resulting in a racialization of female sexuality with implications transcending the permeable frontier between the metropole and the colonies. Making “the prostitute” the exemplar of deviant, dangerous, and immoral sexuality had discursive repercussions for female sexuality more broadly; explained in contrast to “the prostitute,” the construction of sexual deviance had implications for understandings of sexual conformity and acceptability both in Victorian society and abroad.
Single-shot Quantum Signal Processing Interferometry
Authors: Sinanan-Singh Jasmine , Mintzer Gabriel L. , Chuang Isaac L. , Liu Yuan
Published: July 2024

Quantum systems of infinite dimension, such as bosonic oscillators, provide vast resources for quantum sensing. Yet, a general theory on how to manipulate such bosonic modes for sensing beyond parameter estimation is unknown. We present a general algorithmic framework, quantum signal processing interferometry (QSPI), for quantum sensing at the fundamental limits of quantum mechanics by generalizing Ramsey-type interferometry. Our QSPI sensing protocol relies on performing nonlinear polynomial transformations on the oscillator's quadrature operators by generalizing quantum signal processing (QSP) from qubits to hybrid qubit-oscillator systems. We use our QSPI sensing framework to make efficient binary decisions on a displacement channel in the single-shot limit. Theoretical analysis suggests the sensing accuracy, given a single-shot qubit measurement, scales inversely with the sensing time or circuit depth of the algorithm. We further concatenate a series of such binary decisions to perform parameter estimation in a bit-by-bit fashion. Numerical simulations are performed to support these statements. Our QSPI protocol offers a unified framework for quantum sensing using continuous-variable bosonic systems beyond parameter estimation and establishes a promising avenue toward efficient and scalable quantum control and quantum sensing schemes beyond the NISQ era.
Implementasi Standar Operasional Prosedur Penyiapan Kamar Oleh Room Attendant Hotel
Authors: Haryanto I Made Ady , Wijaya Nyoman Surya
Published: July 2024

Implementasi Standar Operasionai Prosedur (SOP) adalah seperangkat prosedur yang ditetapkan untuk mengarahkan pelaksanaan setiap tugas dengan cara yang efisien, konsisten, dan sesuai standar. Karena penerapan SOP penting dalam penyiapan kamar tamu, tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memperkenalkan SOP penyiapan kamar di Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa Hotel. Penelitian ini menggunakan data kualitatif yang berasal dari data primer dan sekunder yaitu hasil observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi terhadap orang-orang di ruangan tersebut. Menurut hasil penelitian, ada beberapa tindakan yang tidak ditentuka oleh Room Attendant, seperti mematikan AC, jarang menggosok jacuzzi, linen yang masih kotor, dan tidak mencatat masuk dan keluar dari kamar tamu. Room Attendant di The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa sering membuat tamu mengeluhkan kebersihan kamar. Terkait saran yang dapat diberikan dalam penerapan SOP prosedur penyiapan ruangan oleh Room Atendant, pihak manajemen diharapkan memastikan bahwa setiap petugas ruangan bekerja menerapkan SOP tersebut untuk memastikan kualitas yang terbaik.
 
Implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) is a set of procedures established to direct the implementation of each task in an efficient, consistent and standard way. Since the application of SOP is important in preparing guest rooms, the aim of this study is to introduce SOP for preparing rooms at Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa Hotel. This study uses qualitative data derived from primary and secondary data, namely the results of observations interviews, and documentation of the people in the room. According to the research results, there are several actions that are not determined by the Room Attendant, such as turning off the air conditioner, rarely scrubbing the jacuzzi, dirty linen, and not keeping records of entering and leaving guest rooms. Room Attendants at The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa often make guests complain about the cleanliness of the rooms. Regarding the suggestions that can be given in the application of SOP procedures for preparing rooms by Room Attendants, management is expected to ensure that every room officer works to implement these SOP to ensure the best quality.
Kualitas Pelayanan Pramusaji di Restoran Ubud
Authors: Jaya I Kadek Ari Kresna , Arianty A.A. Ayu Arun Suwi
Published: July 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengevaluasi tingkat pelayanan yang diberikan oleh pelayan di Restoran Melali menggunakan lima metrik yang berbeda: ketergantungan, daya tanggap, jaminan, empati, dan bukti nyata. Studi kuantitatif deskriptif adalah apa yang kami lakukan di sini. Seluruh 621 pengunjung yang pernah makan atau minum di Restoran Melali menjadi populasi penelitian. Sampel purposive dari 86 peserta menjabat sebagai strategi pengambilan sampel untuk penyelidikan ini. Penyebaran kuesioner atau angket dengan skala Likert yang telah melalui uji validitas dan reliabilitas digunakan sebagai metode pengumpulan data. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa secara umum tingkat pelayanan Restoran Melali memuaskan dan memadai.
 
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the level of service provided by waiters at Melali Restaurant using five different metrics: dependability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy, and tangibles. Descriptive quantitative studies are what we do here. All 621 visitors who had eaten or drank at the Melali Restaurant became the study population. A purposive sample of 86 participants served as the sampling strategy for this investigation. Distributing questionnaires or questionnaires with a Likert scale that has gone through validity and reliability tests is used as a data collection method. The findings show that in general the service level of Melali Restaurant is satisfactory and adequate.
Analisis Kualitas Pelayanan Barista terhadap Tingkat Kepuasan Konsumen
Authors: Bayu I Kadek Krisna , Semara I Made Trisna
Published: July 2024

Menjamurnya kehadiran coffee shop saat ini menimbulkan banyak coffee shop yang menawarkan berbagai kelebihan dari kedai kopi tersebut. Salah satunya dengan kualitas pelayanan yang ditawarkan barista terhadap konsumen yang berkunjung untuk menimbukan kepuasan pada konsumen yang berkunjung. Penelitian ini menggunakan tehnik analisis regresi linier sederhana dengan menggunakan 91 rersponden. Dalam penelitian ini untuk mengetahui kualitas pelayanan barista digunakan empat indicator yaitu Reabilty, Responsiveness, Tangibles, Empathy Dan Assurance. Dalam penelitian ini menghasilkan kesimpulan berupa kualitas pelayanan barista di Eternity Coffee mempengaruhi 37,1 % kepuasan konsumen yang berkunjung.
 
As more and more coffee shop created, this has led to make many coffee shop offering various advantage of the coffee shop. One of them is by quality of service offered by barista to consumer to generate satisfaction of costumer. This study uses simple linear regression analysis techniques using 91 respondents. In this study to determine the quality of barista service used four indicators, Reliability, Responsiveness, Tangibles, Empathy and Assurance. In this study, it is concluded that the quality of barista service at Eternity Coffee affects 37.1% of the satisfaction of visiting consumers.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan dan Makanan Terhadap Kepuasan Tamu
Authors: Marchelline Rhea Irene , Koeswiryono Dika Pranadwipa , Suadnyana I Wayan , Susanta I Wayan
Published: July 2024

Pada era globalisasi, terutama pada dunia bisnis banyak sekali persaingan yang begitu ketat, salah satunya pada bidang penyedia makanan yaitu restoran. Dalam situasi persaingan yang ketat ini, salah satu cara agar tetap dapat bersaing adalah dengan menawarkan pilihan makanan serta pelayanan yang sesuai dengan harapan atau keinginan tamu. Dengan harapan tamu akan puas dan dapat terciptanya loyalitas dari tamu sehingga dapat menguntungkan restoran. Pihak restoran telah memberikan pelayanan dan produksi makanan yang sesuai dengan standar operasional restoran, namun hal ini masih dinilai kurang oleh beberapa tamu yang telah berkunjung ke Restoran Bintang Borneo.Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mencari dampak dari kualitas pelayanan dan makanan terhadap kepuasan tamu di Restoran Bintang Borneo. Penelitian kuantitatif ini melibatkan 40 responden. Populasi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah tamu yang telah berkunjung ke Restoran Bintang Borneo. Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah purposive sampling. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data berupa penyebaran kuesioner. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kualitas pelayanan dan makanan berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap kepuasan tamu di Restoran Bintang Borneo. Oleh sebab itu, pihak restoran perlu lebih memperhatikan kinerja karyawan agar dapat meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan dan makanan sehingga kepuasan tamu meningkat.
 
In this era of globalization, particularly in the business world, there’s an intense competition especially in the food service industry such as restaurants. In this highly competitive environment, there is one way to remain competitive is by offering food options and also services that can meet the guest’s expectation. The goal is to ensure guest satisfaction and achieve the guest loyalty, thereby can be benefit for the restaurant. The restaurant has provided services and food production in accordance with the restaurant’s operational standard. However, this is still inadequate by several guest who have visited Bintang Borneo Restaurant. The purpose of this research is to determine the effect of service and food quality on guest satisfaction at Bintang Borneo Restaurant. This quantitative research involves 40 respondents. The sampling technique used in this research was purposive sampling. This research is a quantitative research with data analysis techniques is distribution of questionnaires. The result showed that service and food quality had a significant positive effect on guest satisfaction. Therefore, the restaurant need to pay more attention in order to improve the quality of service and food to increasing the guest satisfaction.