bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An In-Depth Analysis of Collision Avoidance Path Planning Algorithms in
Autonomous Vehicles
Authors: Daniel Keren Lois , Poonia Ramesh Chandra
Published: February 2024

Path planning is a way to define the motion of an autonomous surface vehicle
(ASV) in any existing obstacle environment to enable the vehicle's movement by setting directions to avoid that can react to the obstacles in the vehicle's path. A good, planned path perceives the environment to the extent of uncertainty and tries to build or adapt its change in the
path of motion. Efficient path planning algorithms are needed to alleviate deficiencies, which
are to be modified using the deterministic path that leads the ASV to reach a goal or a desired
location while finding an optimal solution has become a challenge in the field of optimization
along with a collision-free path, making path planning a critical thinker. The traditional algorithms have a lot of training and computation, making it difficult in a realistic environment.
This review paper explores the different techniques available in path planning and collision
avoidance of ASV in a dynamic environment. The objective of good path planning and collision avoidance for a dynamic environment is compared effectively with the existing obstacle’s
movement of different vehicles. Different path planning technical approaches are compared
with their performance and collision avoidance for unmanned vehicles in marine environments
by early researchers. This paper gives us a clear idea for developing an effective path planning
technique to overcome marine accidents in the dynamic ocean environment while choosing the
shortest, obstacle-free path for Autonomous Surface Vehicles that can reduce risk and enhance
the safety of unmanned vehicle movement in a harsh ocean environment.
EZYDeep: A Deep Learning Tool for Enzyme Function Prediction based on Sequence Information
Authors: Boulahrouf Khaled , Aliouane Salah Eddine , Chehili Hamza , Skander Daas Mohamed , Belbekri Adel , Hamidechi Mohamed Abdelhafid
Published: February 2024

Introduction:

Enzymes play a crucial role in numerous chemical processes that are essential for life. Accurate prediction and classification of enzymes are crucial for bioindustrial and biomedical applications.

Methods:

In this study, we present EZYDeep, a deep learning tool based on convolutional neural networks, for classifying enzymes based on their sequence information. The tool was evaluated against two existing methods, HECNet and DEEPre, on the HECNet July 2019 dataset, and showed exceptional performance with accuracy rates over 95% at all four levels of prediction.

Results:

Additionally, our tool was compared to state-of-the-art enzyme function prediction tools and demonstrated superior performance at all levels of prediction. We also developed a user-friendly web application for the tool, making it easily accessible to researchers and practitioners.

Conclusion:

Our work demonstrates the potential of using machine learning techniques for accurate and efficient enzyme classification, highlighting the significance of sequence information in predicting enzyme function.
PSORIATICUM: Topical Hypericum Perforatum for Moderate Plaque Psoriasis: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors:   Universidad Francisco Marroquín, Guatemala, Estrada Monica , Chavez-Nomberto Ruth E ,   Hospital Nacional Edgardo Rebagliati Martins, Perú, Crestani Andre Saul ,   Pontificia Catholic University of Parana, Brazil, Moreno Andres , Takahiro Chone Carlos ,   University of Campinas, Kimura Danieli ,   Irmandade Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo, Brazil, Egete Gaino Davi , Leonardo Flores David , de Azevedo Lopes Erivelton ,   Albert Einstein Israelit Hospital, Brazil, Bola-Oyebamiji Sekinah ,   Osun State University, Nigeria, Ibrahim Abdullah Habiba ,   University of Abuja, Nigeria, Andamala Haripriya , García Torres Jacob Eli ,   Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, México, Vizarreta Jimena ,   Universidad de San Martin de Porres, Peru, Díaz-Schmidt Joaquín ,   Clínica Alemana de Santiago, Chile, Jales Neto Levi Higino ,   Sao Camilo Hospital, Brazil, Olusegun Akodu Michael , Fernández González Paula María , Sucre Santiago ,   Universidad Central de Venezuela, Venezuela, Paredes Rodrigo , Lopez Miguez Francisca , Farago Fernandes Yuri Costa , Fernando López Luis ,   Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra, Dominican Republic
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Psoriasis is an autoimmune chronic inflammatory disorder in which an increased amount of Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha (TNF-α) leads to the formation of psoriatic plaques. Hypericum perforatum (HP) is a flowering plant used as an herbal medication due to its antimicrobial, wound-healing, and anti-inflammatory properties. Pilot studies have reported its ability to decrease the levels of TNF-α and severity of psoriatic plaques in moderate forms of psoriasis with fewer side effects and lower costs compared to standard treatment. More extensive studies are needed to confirm this. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of topical HP in decreasing the mean total PASI score at the end of 12 weeks in patients with moderate plaque psoriasis. Methods: PSORIATICUM is a phase II, single-center, two-arm parallel, double-blinded randomized clinical trial that has the purpose of evaluating the efficacy of HP versus a control vehicle based on the decrease of the PASI score. The primary outcome is the total PASI score in the treatment group, compared to the control group at the end of the 12 weeks of testing. Normality will be evaluated using Kolmogorv-Smirnov, having the statistical significance of the findings tested using a two-tail Student’s T test for independent means or Mann-Whitney-Wilcoxon test. The secondary outcomes include the mean PASI change at weeks 4 and 8. Discussion: PSORIATICUM will provide information about the usefulness of Hypericum perforatum to treat psoriasis, allowing for future trials to study a safe and accessible alternative treatment for the condition.
Privacy, Security, and Legal Issues in the Health Cloud: Structured Review for Taxonomy Development
Authors: Zandesh Zahra
Published: February 2024

Background

Privacy in our digital world is a very complicated topic, especially when meeting cloud computing technological achievements with its multidimensional context. Here, privacy is an extended concept that is sometimes referred to as legal, philosophical, or even technical. Consequently, there is a need to harmonize it with other aspects in health care in order to provide a new ecosystem. This new ecosystem can lead to a paradigm shift involving the reconstruction and redesign of some of the most important and essential requirements like privacy concepts, legal issues, and security services. Cloud computing in the health domain has markedly contributed to other technologies, such as mobile health, health Internet of Things, and wireless body area networks, with their increasing numbers of embedded applications. Other dependent applications, which are usually used in health businesses like social networks, or some newly introduced applications have issues regarding privacy transparency boundaries and privacy-preserving principles, which have made policy making difficult in the field.

Objective

One way to overcome this challenge is to develop a taxonomy to identify all relevant factors. A taxonomy serves to bring conceptual clarity to the set of alternatives in in-person health care delivery. This study aimed to construct a comprehensive taxonomy for privacy in the health cloud, which also provides a prospective landscape for privacy in related technologies.

Methods

A search was performed for relevant published English papers in databases, including Web of Science, IEEE Digital Library, Google Scholar, Scopus, and PubMed. A total of 2042 papers were related to the health cloud privacy concept according to predefined keywords and search strings. Taxonomy designing was performed using the deductive methodology.

Results

This taxonomy has 3 layers. The first layer has 4 main dimensions, including cloud, data, device, and legal. The second layer has 15 components, and the final layer has related subcategories (n=57). This taxonomy covers some related concepts, such as privacy, security, confidentiality, and legal issues, which are categorized here and defined by their expansion and distinctive boundaries. The main merits of this taxonomy are its ability to clarify privacy terms for different scenarios and signalize the privacy multidisciplinary objectification in eHealth.

Conclusions

This taxonomy can cover health industry requirements with its specifications like health data and scenarios, which are considered as the most complicated among businesses and industries. Therefore, the use of this taxonomy could be generalized and customized to other domains and businesses that have less complications. Moreover, this taxonomy has different stockholders, including people, organizations, and systems. If the antecedent effort in the taxonomy is proven, subject matter experts could enhance the extent of privacy in the health cloud by verifying, evaluating, and revising this taxonomy.
Electronic Interactive Games for Glycemic Control in Individuals With Diabetes: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Yao WenQi , Han YiBing , Yang Li , Chen Ying , Yan ShengZhe , Cheng YanZhen
Published: February 2024

Background

Several electronic interventions have been used to improve glycemic control in patients with diabetes. Electronic interactive games specific to physical activity are available, but it is unclear if these are effective at improving glycemic control in patients with diabetes.

Objective

This study aimed to determine the effects of electronic game–based interventions on glycemic control in patients with diabetes.

Methods

Relevant studies that were published before April 1, 2023, were searched from 5 databases: PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Scopus, and Cochrane Library. Eligibility criteria included prospective studies examining the relationship between electronic games with physical activities or diet education and glycemic control as the outcome. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool. All analyses were conducted using RevMan5.4.1. Depending on the heterogeneity across studies, the pooled effects were calculated using fixed-effects or random-effects models.

Results

Participants from 9 studies were included and assessed. Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and fasting blood glucose improved in the intervention group, although the analysis revealed no significant reduction in HbA1c (−0.09%, 95% CI −0.29% to 0.10%) or fasting blood glucose (−0.94 mg/dL, 95% CI −9.34 to 7.46 mg/dL). However, the physical activity of individuals in the intervention group was significantly higher than that of those in the control group (standardized mean difference=0.84, 95% CI 0.30 to 1.38; P=.002). Other outcomes, such as weight and blood lipids, exhibited no significant improvement (all P>.05).

Conclusions

Electronic games had a good impact on participants’ physical activity and offered an advantage in glycemic control without reaching statistical significance. Electronic games are convenient for reminders and education. Low-intensity exercise games may not be considered a better adjuvant intervention to improve diabetes self-management care.
Authors' Reply: Concerns About the Generalizability Associated With a South African Randomized Controlled Trial on Prenatal Mothers (Preprint)
Authors: Adam Maya , Nguyễn Vān Kính
Published: February 2024

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Mental Health Apps Implemented in the Workplace: A Scoping Review of Trends and Gaps in Evaluation Research (Preprint)
Authors: Addanki Sheila , Macedo Luciana , MacDermid Joy , Moll Sandra
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Technology-based solutions to support the mental health needs of workers are on the rise, as evidenced by the growing body of research related to e-mental health applications (apps) implemented with workers or within the context of workplaces. This expanding landscape of evidence related to mental health apps underscores the necessity to summarize and consolidate the different ways in which studies are evaluating real-world technology-based interventions in a complex setting such as a workplace.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of this scoping review is to summarize the body of evidence regarding evaluation of mental health apps with workers or at workplaces. Specifically, this review will outline the current trends and gaps across the outcomes commonly assessed in studies evaluating digital mobile mental health interventions with workers.

METHODS

The scoping review followed the five stages outlined in Arksey and O’Mally’s framework combined with Levac's recommendations. The search strategy was applied across seven databases to identify relevant studies from inception to August 2023.

RESULTS

From the 288 abstracts screened, 54 studies met the inclusion criteria for this review. The studies assessed apps in three ways: 1. Examining user engagement and utilization of the app 2. Investigating the effects of the app on users, and 3. Evaluating the implementation process. Most studies primarily evaluated the impact on individual mental health related outcomes as well as on workplace-related outcomes. A limited number of studies evaluated the implementation process and its relation to the overall effectiveness of the application for workers.

CONCLUSIONS

This scoping review provides a comprehensive overview of the ways in which studies are currently evaluating workplace mental health apps. The review highlights notable trends and gaps in the existing studies where majority of the studies focused on assessing the effects of mental health apps on individual users with a gap in assessing the ways in which the implementation of a dynamic intervention such as a mobile app in a complex workplace setting could interact and influence the overall effectiveness of the app. Future research needs to delve deeper in understanding the implementation process and consider evaluation methods that are in congruence with the goals of the intervention.
Engagement and Acceptability of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Daily Life in Early Psychosis: Secondary Findings From a Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Authors: van Aubel Evelyne , Vaessen Thomas , Uyttebroek Lotte , Steinhart Henrietta , Beijer-Klippel Annelie , Batink Tim , van Winkel Ruud , de Haan Lieuwe , van der Gaag Mark , van Amelsvoort Thérèse , Marcelis Machteld , Schirmbeck Frederike , Reininghaus Ulrich , Myin-Germeys Inez
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is promising in the treatment of early psychosis. Augmenting face-to-face ACT with mobile health ecological momentary interventions may increase its treatment effects and empower clients to take treatment into their own hands.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to investigate and predict treatment engagement with and acceptability of acceptance and commitment therapy in daily life (ACT-DL), a novel ecological momentary intervention for people with an ultrahigh risk state and a first episode of psychosis.

METHODS

In the multicenter randomized controlled trial, 148 individuals with ultrahigh risk or first-episode psychosis aged 15-65 years were randomized to treatment as usual only (control) or to ACT-DL combined with treatment as usual (experimental), consisting of 8 face-to-face sessions augmented with an ACT-based smartphone app, delivering ACT skills and techniques in daily life. For individuals in the intervention arm, we collected data on treatment engagement with and acceptability of ACT-DL during and after the intervention. Predictors of treatment engagement and acceptability included baseline demographic, clinical, and functional outcomes.

RESULTS

Participants who received ACT-DL in addition to treatment as usual (n=71) completed a mean of 6 (SD 3) sessions, with 59% (n=42) of participants completing all sessions. App engagement data (n=58) shows that, on a weekly basis, participants used the app 13 times and were compliant with 6 of 24 (25%) notifications. Distribution plots of debriefing scores (n=46) show that 85%-96% of participants reported usefulness on all acceptability items to at least some extent (scores ≥2; 1=no usefulness) and that 91% (n=42) of participants reported perceived burden by number and length of notifications (scores ≥2; 1=no burden). Multiple linear regression models were fitted to predict treatment engagement and acceptability. Ethnic minority backgrounds predicted lower notification response compliance (B=–4.37; P=.01), yet higher app usefulness (B=1.25; P=.049). Negative (B=–0.26; P=.01) and affective (B=0.14; P=.04) symptom severity predicted lower and higher ACT training usefulness, respectively. Being female (B=–1.03; P=.005) predicted lower usefulness of the ACT metaphor images on the app.

CONCLUSIONS

Our results corroborate good treatment engagement with and acceptability of ACT-DL in early psychosis. We provide recommendations for future intervention optimization.

CLINICALTRIAL

OMON NL46439.068.13; https://onderzoekmetmensen.nl/en/trial/24803
Decoding hotline’s information with text-mining: a protocol for improving tobacco control in Shanghai (Preprint)
Authors: Shi Lili , He Zi-an , Shao Jiaqi , Regmi Aksara , Cai Yuyang
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Tobacco consumption in China remains the primary cause of preventable mortality, with Shanghai being particularly affected by issues related to secondhand smoke exposure. This study examines the role of the 12345 public service hotline, a grassroots initiative by the Shanghai municipality, in capturing public sentiment about tobacco use and the effectiveness of recent anti-smoking regulations.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of this study is to analyze public sentiment regarding tobacco use and the effectiveness of anti-smoking regulations through the utilization of the 12345 public service hotline data.

METHODS

Text-mining techniques were employed to analyze a dataset comprising 78,011 call sheets, all related to tobacco control and collected from the hotline between January 1st, 2015, and December 31st, 2019. This methodological approach aims to uncover prevalent themes and sentiments in the public discourse on smoking and its regulation, as reflected in the hotline interactions.

RESULTS

The analysis provides a nuanced understanding of public attitudes toward smoking restrictions. It reveals widespread support for the anti-smoking initiative, along with concerns and suggestions for its improvement. The study also notes a significant variation in perspectives across different demographic groups, highlighting the complexities of public opinion on tobacco control.

CONCLUSIONS

The research findings offer critical insights for policymakers, suggesting that public opinion is generally favorable towards stronger anti-smoking measures in Shanghai. The study underscores the importance of utilizing grassroots channels like the 12345 hotline for gauging public opinion and tailoring policy initiatives. It also highlights the need for ongoing efforts to enhance public awareness and support for anti-smoking campaigns, thereby contributing to more effective tobacco control policies in the region.
Motivaciones y política pública sobre la violencia de hombres contra su pareja mujer
Authors: Bolaños-Ceballos Fernando , Ramírez-Rodríguez Juan Carlos
Published: February 2024

La violencia ejercida por hombres contra mujeres en sus relaciones íntimas es posible por la desigualdad de poder en el contexto de conflictos relacionales y motivada por creencias dominantes sobre género, violencia y procesos sociales presentes en poblaciones específicas. El artículo analiza causas sociales y culturales de esta violencia para apoyar el diseño de acciones públicas que prevengan el maltrato y abuso. A partir de la producción investigativa, la revisión de estudios y conceptos clave, se describen y analizan las causas y elementos asociados al abuso y maltrato, así como su relación con las acciones públicas requeridas para su prevención.
El nacimiento de Huitzilopochtli en el Códice Florentino Tonalli, guerra y dominio entre los mexicas
Authors: Pastrana Flores Miguel
Published: February 2024

El artículo no discute el carácter “mítico o histórico” del pasaje; intenta comprender el tratamiento que da Huitzilopochtli a las posesiones de sus hermanos, los centzonhuitznahua, después de vencerlos, así como sus implicaciones en la sociedad y política de Tenochtitlan. Se concluye que el dios patrono de los mexicas mata a sus hermanos y los despoja de sus atavíos, armas e insignias para hacer suya su energía vital y calórica, fortalecer su propio tonalli, aumentar su fuerza, acrecentar su voluntad e incrementar sus posibilidades de cumplir con las condiciones favorables de su signo de nacimiento ce tecpatl.
СВЧ-ПЕРЕКЛЮЧАТЕЛИ, УПРАВЛЯЕМЫЕ ПО ИНТЕРФЕЙСАМ USB, SPI И ETHERNET
Authors: Кочемасов В.
Published: February 2024

Ряд компаний производит СВЧ-переключатели, которые управляются
по интерфейсам USB, SPI и Ethernet. Подобные устройства находят
применение при разработке, испытаниях и тестировании различного
рода изделий в лабораторных, полевых и промышленных условиях.
В статье рассматриваются особенности и характеристики СВЧ-
переключателей с управлением по USB-, SPI- и Ethernet-интерфейсам,
выпускаемых разными производителями.
ПЛЕНАРНАЯ ЧАСТЬ РОССИЙСКОГО ФОРУМА «МИКРОЭЛЕКТРОНИКА 2023». ЧАСТЬ 3
Authors: Коваленко Ю.
Published: February 2024

В заключительной части статьи про пленарную часть Российского
форума «Микроэлектроника 2023», прошедшего с 9 по 14 октября 2023 года
в Парке науки и искусства федеральной территории «Сириус», речь пойдет
о пленарном заседании, посвященном развитию отечественного электронного
машиностроения. Данная тема была включена в программу пленарных
заседаний форума впервые, что отражает ее особую актуальность
в нынешних условиях и повышенное внимание к ней со стороны
как отраслевого сообщества, так и государства.
ЭФФЕКТИВНЫЙ ПОДХОД В РАЗРАБОТКЕ УПРАВЛЯЮЩИХ АВТОМАТОВ МИКРОПРОЦЕССОРНЫХ ЯДЕР
Authors: Строгонов А.В. , Бордюжа О. , Строгонов А.И.
Published: February 2024

В России при участии НИУ МИЭТ организована Ассоциация вузов ЭКБ,
решающих в том числе задачу подготовки специалистов для работы
с архитектурой процессоров RISC-V, а также создана Школа синтеза
цифровых схем на базе курса MIT в Сколково для быстрого освоения
современных подходов к проектированию цифровых БИС. Архитектура
RISC-V является дальнейшим развитием архитектуры MIPS, разработанной
компанией MIPS Computer Systems. На архитектуре MIPS32 построен ряд
российских процессоров, таких как Baikal- T от «Байкал Электроникс»,
«Мультикор» от АО НПЦ «ЭЛВИС» и КОМДИВ от НИИСИ РАН. Процессоры
на базе RISC-V разрабатывают несколько российских компаний,
в том числе Syntacore и CloudBEAR. В статье рассмотрен эффективный
подход к разработке управляющего автомата микропроцессорного ядра
с применением системы визуально- имитационного моделирования
Matlab / Simulink и последующей генерацией VHDL-кода для разработки
проекта в САПР Quartus II.
АНАЛИЗ ИЗМЕНЕНИЯ МИКРОСТРУКТУРЫ И ТЕМПЕРАТУР МАРТЕНСИТНЫХ ПРЕВРАЩЕНИЙ В СПЛАВЕ TiNi С РАЗЛИЧНОЙ СТРУКТУРОЙ
Authors: Чуракова А.А. , Исхакова Э.И.
Published: February 2024

В представленной статье проведены исследования влияния многократных мартенситных превращений В2-В19’ на структуру и температуры превращений в различных структурных состояниях сплава TiNi. Показано, что в крупнозернистом, ультрамелкозернистом и нанокристаллическом сплаве TiNi происходят последовательные изменения в микроструктуре и температурах фазовых переходов, при увеличении числа термоциклов до n=100 с быстрым нагревом и быстрым охлаждением до –196 °C. Температуры превращений в ультрамелкозернистом состоянии Ti49.15Ni50.85 более устойчивы к термоциклированию (ТЦ), чем в крупнозернистом состоянии. Обнаружено образование нанодвойников мартенсита в наноструктурном состоянии после многократных термоциклов.
МИКРОСФЕРИЧЕСКИЕ АЛМАЗНЫЕ НАКОНЕЧНИКИ ДЛЯ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ ЛОКАЛЬНЫХ МЕХАНИЧЕСКИХ СВОЙСТВ МАТЕРИАЛОВ МЕТОДОМ ИНСТРУМЕНТАЛЬ­НОГО ИНДЕНТИРОВАНИЯ
Authors: Кушнерева А.С. , Лактионов И.В. , Усеинов А.С. , Орлов С.В. , Статник Е.С. , Сомов П.А.
Published: February 2024

Цель данного исследования заключается в разработке и демонстрации методики создания сфероконического алмазного индентора с характерным размером наконечника порядка 5 мкм. Производство описываемого наконечника реализуется за счет использования пикосекундного лазера для формирования заготовки и фокусированного ионного пучка для финальной обработки изделия. Для контроля геометрии в процессе изготовления использовался атомно-силовой микроскоп. Высота рабочей области полученного наконечника составила 1 мкм. В исследовании также продемонстрирована применимость изготовленного индентора и приведены диаграммы нагружение-внедрения во время индентирования и АСМ-изображения остаточных отпечатков.
Nicaragua 1979 Revolución y negociación
Authors: Campos Hernández Fabián
Published: February 2024

La historia de Centroamérica fue convulsa en todos los órdenes a partir de 1959. En las naciones que conforman la región, en pocas décadas, se condensaron y explotaron problemas estructurales que no habían podido resolver durante todos sus años como países independientes. Sus formas de entender y resolver las relaciones sociales, políticas, económicas, culturales e internacionales mostraron sus límites. A partir de la Revolución Cubana, como sucedió en el resto de América Latina, nuevos actores y nuevas perspectivas irrumpieron proponiendo cambios radicales en cada uno de los países que la conforman. El segundo revulsivo que afectó la historia reciente de Centroamérica fue la llegada al poder del Frente Sandinista de Liberación Nacional (fsln), un pequeño grupo insurgente que durante toda su existencia nunca había sido una amenaza real ni para el Somocismo ni para los Estados Unidos; pero que logró concitar en torno suyo el respaldo de distintos sectores sociales, económicos y políticos, no sólo al interior de su país sino en los cinco continentes. Un pueblo en armas e insurreccionado que impuso su voluntad tanto a Anastasio Somoza Debayle como a James Carter. Era el ejemplo perfecto de David contra Goliat.
EFL STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF ONLINE LISTENING COURSES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Hasanah Cindy Lestari , Purwanti Indah Tri , Eliwarti Eliwarti
Published: February 2024

This study aims to investigate the English Study Program students’ perceptions of online listening courses during the COVID-19 Pandemic at FKIP Universitas Riau. The subjects of this study were 89 students majoring in English Study Program in the academic year of 2020. This research is a mixed method study with explanatory sequential design. Researchers used surveys to collect quantitative data and were supported by qualitative data using interviews. For the research instrument, it was modified from Nurani and Widiati (2021) and Ha and Ngo (2021) with 32 items. The items were tested for their validity (r> r-table = 0.468) and reliability (r ≥ 0.80= 0.931). The results of the quantitative data in this study showed high average scores on students' perceptions of online listening courses involving the lecturer roles (3.11), courses (3.04), difficulty: technical section (2.98); the listening section (3.00) and the benefits (3.01). In line with that, the results of the qualitative data also show positive responses that students enjoyed online listening courses during the COVID-19 Pandemic despite having difficulties.
CONVERGENCES AND DIVERGENCES BETWEEN AN EFL TEACHER’S BELIEFS AND CLASSROOM PRACTICES IN TEACHING SPEAKING
Authors: Ainun Nabila Hasri , Yusuf Fazri Nur
Published: February 2024

Revealing teachers’ beliefs about teaching in EFL speaking contexts may help better teaching practice. This research was conducted to investigate a teacher’s belief about teaching speaking focusing on convergences and discrepancies between the beliefs and the practices in the classroom. Grounded in a qualitative case study with interviews and classroom observations, an experienced English teacher with more than 10 years of teaching speaking in English participated in the study. The results of the study indicated that the teacher paid more attention to fluency and gave practical speaking tips when the students encountered communication breakdowns. Further, the teacher generally practiced her belief in the classroom, even though she encountered some discrepancies. It was due to some students’ factors including students’ language proficiency and their affective factors. Therefore, it is essential for EFL teachers to systematically and regularly monitor the relations between their beliefs and practices through reflective practices in order to improve their everyday practice of teaching speaking in particular. It is further suggested that teachers get engaged in some reflective practices to bridge their beliefs and teaching practices and find out how the reflection can benefit their beliefs and instructional decisions.
DEVELOPING A DAYAK LEGEND STORYBOOK BASED ON TEXT DRIVEN APPROACH FOR TEACHING NARRATIVE TEXT (A Design and Development Research to Year-9 Students of SMP Negeri 1 Bengkayang in Academic Year 2022/2023)
Authors: Susanti Yuni , Sutapa Yuliana Yohanes Gatot , Ikhsanudin Ikhsanudin
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this research was to develop a Dayak Legend Storybook as supplementary materials for Ninth-year students. The basic thought underlying this study was to provide teachers and students with a Dayak legend story based on their background. The storybook was developed in five stages: analysis; design; development; implementation; and evaluation (ADDIE). The data was obtained through questionnaires, interviews, checklists, and field notes. Based on the findings, the storybook is worth utilizing due to its usefulness and the positive responses were given by the students, teacher, and validators to the contents. In conclusion, this study was successful in developing a qualified Dayak Legend Storybook as supplementary materials for Ninth year students.
A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NARRATIVE TEXT USING THE TRANSITIVITY SYSTEM AND ITS PEDAGOGICAL IMPLICATIONS
Authors: Nugraha Eggy Nurginanjar
Published: February 2024

Teaching text has been an issue in the EFL context, especially narrative text that is frequently used in the coursebooks. This study compares a model narrative text from a coursebook with a student narrative text utilizing the transitivity system. The example student imitated the model text when writing her narrative. The analysis results show that despite the similarity of both texts that employ material processes at most in their stories, the student’s text involves more mental processes as the author expresses her mental states throughout the story. This might be caused by two possibilities: (1) The author of the model text uses many subtexts (Seger, 2011) and focuses more on the material process to give the readers an opportunity to interpret the participants' mental states in the story, while the author of the student text has not cognitively reached the use of subtext in a story as she is still a young learner and still in the early developmental phase. Or (2) the author of the student text tries to make the story more personal to engage with the reader as closely as possible. However, as the model text fulfills the social function, generic structure, lexico-grammatical, and experiential process, it influences the sample student's ability to compose a representative narrative text in general. Lastly, these results suggest that EFL teachers should examine the sample text before distributing it to students as a model text and conduct the teaching-learning process with the right genre-based approach stages.
OPTIMIZING PARTICIPATORY APPROACH THROUGH MEMRISE APP IN VOCABULARY ENHANCEMENT FOR INDONESIAN STUDENTS
Authors: Wuisan Nicole Jeanine , Simanjuntak Debora Chaterin
Published: February 2024

The participatory method is a well-established strategy approved by researchers and is regarded as essential for teaching English as a second language. The Memrise application is employed as a supplementary learning tool to make English classes engaging and captivating. Consequently, the objective of this research is to assess whether a significant disparity exists in vocabulary improvement between two Junior High School classes when using the Participatory Approach and Memrise. The research methodology applied here is quantitative, utilizing a comparative design comprising pre-tests and post-tests. Both classes are under the instruction of the same teacher (the researcher), but they employ different teaching methods. The 7A class is instructed through the participatory approach combined with the Memrise application, while the other class is taught using the conventional homeroom teacher method. Notably, both classes demonstrated improved vocabulary, but the 7A class exhibited a notably higher level of enhancement compared to the 7B class. Moreover, the results indicate a significant discrepancy in vocabulary enhancement between students taught using the participatory approach and the Memrise application versus other methods  which is shown through the average increase of the 7A class is 90% and the average increase of the 7B class is 39%. To summarize, the findings underscore the effectiveness of the Participatory Approach and Memrise in facilitating vocabulary enrichment and enhancement among students.
IMPROVING STUDENTS’ VOCABULARY MASTERY THROUGH RIDDLE GAME
Authors: Nasution Puspita Sari , Daulay Sholihatul Hamidah , Santoso Didik
Published: February 2024

In this research, Classroom Action Research (PTK) was used to determine whether students' vocabulary mastery was better with the Riddle game. This research involved 49 students in class VIII SMP IT Nurul Ilmi. The aim is to improve students' vocabulary mastery through playing Riddles. This study was carried out in two cycles, with planning, implementation, observation and reflection included. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected. The results of observations and interviews were used to obtain qualitative data. Students' vocabulary scores in pre-test, post-test, and questionnaires are sources of quantitative data. The research results showed that students mastered vocabulary better, as shown by the average pre-test score of 53.3, the average post-test 1 score of 70.9, and the average pot-test cycle 2 score of 83.5. Apart from that, there were 4 students (8.16%) who met the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM) in the pre-test. In cycle 1, there were 27 students (55.1%) who met the KKM, and the results obtained were that 42 students (85.7%) met the KKM in the post-test cycle 2. Thus, the success criteria were achieved. The results of the questionnaire then showed that the Riddle game increased the vocabulary learning response. The results of observations and interviews show that students are motivated in the teaching and learning process when using the Riddle game with an average pre-questionnaire score of 47%.09% after the questionnaire becomes 94.8%, this has increased by 47.71%.
NAVIGATING LINGUISTIC SEAS: CODE-MIXING PATTERNS AT INDONESIAN COAST GUARD (BAKAMLA RI)
Authors: Nusi Ahmad , R Syahrul , Mukhaiyar Mukhaiyar , Febri Ana Sari Hindri
Published: February 2024

This study examines code-mixing form, function, and patterns within the context of linguistic phenomena at Indonesia Coast Guard (BAKAMLA RI) in East Indonesia, Ambon. To conduct the research, mixed-methode approach was adopted and the data source was a collection of recordings of the students’ utterances in the classroom and workplace. The study found that there were three forms of code mixing used by the students which included words, phrases, and clauses. The data analysis revealed that there were 39 instances of code mixing in the recordings. These 39 instances comprised of 20 data words code mixing, 14 data phrase code mixing, 11 data lexical need code mixing, and 9 data as a function of comment. In addition. code-mixing patterns within the context of linguistic phenomena, specifically focusing on three predominant models: Model of Verb (MoV), Model of Noun (MoN), and Model of Adjective (MoA). The research reveals a total of 158 instances of code-mixing across these models. The results indicated that Model of Verb (MoV) exhibited the highest frequency, constituting 62.03% of the total code-mixing observed. In contrast, Model of Noun (MoN) represented 27.22% of the code-mixing instances, while Model of Adjective (MoA) accounted for 10.75% of the overall code-mixing phenomena. This study sheds light on the use of code mixing in the context of English language teaching and provides new insights into the reasons behind its occurrence in the workplace.
THE IMPACT OF DUOLINGO TECHNOLOGY IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING ON STUDENTS' ACHIEVEMENT
Authors: Mulyani Marisa Sri , Suryadi Suryadi
Published: February 2024

Consequences of tech-Based Applications on English Learning a Language: A Case Study of Duolingo what part does technology play in the field pertaining to the English language learning has experienced a notable surge in importance within contemporary society. Duolingo provides a novel methodology for enhancing interactive and autonomous language acquisition. The utilisation technical means in language learning within the context of Indonesia presents a range of pertinent concerns. The primary objective of this study is to examine the influence of Duolingo technology on individuals' levels of English proficiency. The study additionally exhibits a profound dedication to meticulous research methodologies and ethical principles. Ensuring the respect of study participants' rights and security is achieved through the voluntary involvement of students and the acquisition of consent from the school. In summary, this study significantly enhances our comprehension of the correlation between the utilisation of technology in the context of English language acquisition and academic performance among high school students. The study employs a rigorous experimental methodology to establish a solid empirical basis for advocating the use of technology-based apps in the context of English language acquisition. The consequences of this phenomenon have the potential to influence educational policies and pedagogical approaches in order to improve students' competency in the English language, equipping them with the necessary skills to tackle future global challenges.
DEMYSTIFYING STUDENT NEEDS IN NON-ENGLISH PROGRAMS FOR ENGLISH-SPECIFIC PURPOSES
Authors: Arisandi Vidya , Sudrajat Ajat , Yudistira Daffa Adam , Prakoso Mohammad Bagas , H.S Siti Julaeha
Published: February 2024

It cannot be hindered that needs analysis is a crucial element of English for Specific Purposes theory. Without it, effective communication in targeted domains cannot be achieved. Since ESP is linked to their field of study it presupposes that student chose to be extra curious in comprehending issues related to their domain of study or work, which should have a connection between components and English skills. This study examines students' requirements for learning English for specific purposes, encompassing their needs, preferences, and areas of deficiency, with a focus on multidimensional learning needs. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach. This study employed several techniques to collect data, including conducting interviews with students enrolled in English for Business Management (ESP) courses during their second semester. The results of this research were analyzed using Hutchinson and Waters (1987) theory of needs analysis. Researchers found that students have a high need to learn English; they desire to improve their speaking skills for work, but there is a gap between their current proficiency level and what they need.   It is highly recommended for students who are planning to pursue a degree in management studies to possess an intermediate level of proficiency in the English language before starting their academic journey. Therefore, it is advisable for students in the management study program to have at least an intermediate level of English proficiency before commencing their studies. This strategy ensures their ability to address their English learning requirements effectively.
ANALYSIS OF APPRAISAL SYSTEM IN NEWS TEXT “MENDIKBUD MINTA KURIKULUM PENDIDIKAN CALON GURU AGAMA DIEVALUASI”
Authors: Affandy Ali Nuke , Widyaiswara Tiara
Published: February 2024

This research analyzes news item on the Kompas.com site related to radicalism and intolerance in education by teacher religion evaluation, to analyze about the news is applied Appraisal Theory that focuses on negotiating social relations about one's assessment of something. This study used qualitative documentation as  research design. For data collection techniques used reading and searching for news techniques, selecting research data news according to the formulation of the problem and research objectives, then conducting a language analysis of news taken from Kompas.com using appraisal. Then the data are processed to be able to classify appraisal attitude according to the category. The result study shows the appraisal include projecting source, attitude, graduation, and heterogloss. Finally, the interpersonal meaning concern in graduation focus which imply force intensifier and focus sharpener.
EMPIRICAL VALIDITY AND INTERNAL CONSISTENCY TESTING OF MODIFIED ONLINE LEARNING READINESS SCALE (OLRS)
Authors: Rohim Agil Abdur , Purwati Oikurema , Anam Syafiul , Suhartono Suhartono
Published: February 2024

Five dimensions of Online Learning Readiness Scale (OLRS) offers convincing quantification of online students’ readiness. Its modification, the addition of two more dimension, is even claimed to be applicable for blended learning environment. Nonetheless, quality of modified OLRS is questionable. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to assure the quality of OLRS after the modification. In order to do so, empirical validity and internal consistency testing were conducted. 42 participants were included for the testing. The result showed that there are four items which needs special attention. The reliability value is also slightly decreased, from .85 to .74. The value is not ideal, but still widely acceptable for research usage. In short, the OLRS modification insignificantly reduces the quality of its psychometric properties. Further research is recommended by the author to focus on reformulating the items in order to enhance its empirical validity and reliability simultaneously, or conducting other statistical test to maintain the quality of OLRS.
PERCEPTIONS OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS TOWARDS VIDEO CONFERENCE-BASED ENGLISH COURSES
Authors: Rahmawati Indah , Kurniawan Eri
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to investigate the perception of undergraduate students enrolled in a private university in Bandung, regarding video conference-based English courses. The study utilized a quantitative approach by employing a questionnaire to collect data from a group of 116 undergraduate students in their seventh semester. The questionnaire was designed to identify students' perspectives on video conference-based English courses, focusing on aspects such as course benefits and identified drawbacks. The study found that the participants positively perceived video conference-based English courses. The participants agreed that the courses offered several benefits, including increased flexibility, reduced cost and reduced commuting time. However, participants also highlighted drawbacks related to technical challenges and reduced opportunities for face-to-face interaction. These results underline the adaptability of higher education in response to the video conference-based courses serving as a viable alternative to traditional in-person instruction. This study has implications for both educational policymakers and teachers. By recognizing the perceived benefits and drawbacks, Policymakers may consider the possibilities of developing regulations that encourage the integration of technology and remote learning into the broader curriculum. Furthermore, educators can refine their instructional strategies to align more closely with students' preferences and needs, ultimately enhancing the quality of remote education.
An Innovative KOT Ordering System for Restaurants
Authors: Saiyad Arshiyanaz , Aher Disha , Mahajan Manasi , Rajguru Punam , Mahale Kishor
Published: February 2024

Abstract: This study proposes a digital menu ordering system to address challenges in the restaurant industry's digital transformation. Traditional paper-based methods lead to losses and inefficiencies. The system, using QR codes, enables customers to register, log in, and order online, with features like suggesting popular dishes and online payments. Managers gain real-time oversight of orders, tables, and payments, supported by sales data visualization. By automating tasks, the system reduces errors, enhances service, and streamlines operations, offering a transformative solution to industry challenges in the digital era.
Qibolab: an open-source hybrid quantum operating system
Authors: Efthymiou Stavros , Orgaz-Fuertes Alvaro , Carobene Rodolfo , Cereijo Juan , Pasquale Andrea , Ramos-Calderer Sergi , Bordoni Simone , Fuentes-Ruiz David , Candido Alessandro , Pedicillo Edoardo , Robbiati Matteo , Tan Yuanzheng Paul , Wilkens Jadwiga , Roth Ingo , Latorre José Ignacio , Carrazza Stefano
Published: February 2024

We present Qibolab, an open-source software library for quantum hardware control integrated with the Qibo quantum computing middleware framework. Qibolab provides the software layer required to automatically execute circuit-based algorithms on custom self-hosted quantum hardware platforms. We introduce a set of objects designed to provide programmatic access to quantum control through pulses-oriented drivers for instruments, transpilers and optimization algorithms. Qibolab enables experimentalists and developers to delegate all complex aspects of hardware implementation to the library so they can standardize the deployment of quantum computing algorithms in a extensible hardware-agnostic way, using superconducting qubits as the first officially supported quantum technology. We first describe the status of all components of the library, then we show examples of control setup for superconducting qubits platforms. Finally, we present successful application results related to circuit-based algorithms.
Efficient learning of t-doped stabilizer states with single-copy measurements
Authors: Chia Nai-Hui , Lai Ching-Yi , Lin Han-Hsuan
Published: February 2024

One of the primary objectives in the field of quantum state learning is to develop algorithms that are time-efficient for learning states generated from quantum circuits. Earlier investigations have demonstrated time-efficient algorithms for states generated from Clifford circuits with at most log⁡(n) non-Clifford gates. However, these algorithms necessitate multi-copy measurements, posing implementation challenges in the near term due to the requisite quantum memory. On the contrary, using solely single-qubit measurements in the computational basis is insufficient in learning even the output distribution of a Clifford circuit with one additional T gate under reasonable post-quantum cryptographic assumptions. In this work, we introduce an efficient quantum algorithm that employs only nonadaptive single-copy measurement to learn states produced by Clifford circuits with a maximum of O(log⁡n) non-Clifford gates, filling a gap between the previous positive and negative results.