bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sosyal Turizm Kavramı Üzerine Bibliyometrik Bir İnceleme
Authors: Avşar Melahat
Published: November 2024

Günümüzde turizm artık bir gereksinim olarak görülmektedir. Herkes için turizm faaliyetlerinin ulaşılabilir olması bağlamında sosyal turizmin önemi artmaktadır. Bu çalışma ile sosyal turizm kavramının bibliyometrik analiz ile incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda Web of Science veri tabanında taranan dergilerde yayınlanan 313 tane yayına ulaşılmıştır. Ulaşılan bu verilerin analizinde VOSviewer programı kullanılmıştır. İlk yayının 1977 yılında yapıldığı ve Scott Mccabe’in de en fazla yayın yapan yazar olduğu belirlenmiştir. En fazla İngilizce (269) yayın yapıldığı İngilizceden sonra da en fazla yayının İspanyolca (18) yapıldığı belirlenmiştir. En fazla yayın yapan ülkelerin İngiltere (45) ve İspanya (41) olduğu, yayınların ağırlıklı olarak Web of Science’ta SSCI (136) ve ESCI (106) endekslerinde tarandığı belirlenmiştir. Ayrıca en fazla çalışmanın Annals of Tourism Research (22) dergisinde yayınlandığı belirlenmiştir. Yapılan anahtar kelime analizinin sonucunda en çok “sosyal turizm” (117) anahtar kelimesinin kullanıldığı ortaya çıkmıştır. Sosyal turizm anahtar kelimesinden sonra ağırlıklı olarak “turizm” (44), “erişilebilir turizm” (14), “engellilik”, “iyi oluş hali” (10) ve “ulaşılabilirlik” (10) kelimelerinin kullanıldığı belirlenmiştir.
Novel class IIb microcins show activity against Gram-negative ESKAPE and plant pathogens
Authors: Mortzfeld Benedikt M , Bhattarai Shakti K , Bucci Vanni
Published: November 2024

Interspecies interactions involving direct competition via bacteriocin production play a vital role in shaping ecological dynamics within microbial ecosystems. For instance, the ribosomally produced siderophore bacteriocins, known as class IIb microcins, affect the colonization of host-associated pathogenic Enterobacteriaceae species. Notably, to date, only five of these antimicrobials have been identified, all derived from specific Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae strains. We hypothesized that class IIb microcin production extends beyond these specific compounds and organisms. With a customized informatics-driven approach, screening bacterial genomes in public databases with BLAST and manual curation, we have discovered 12 previously unknown class IIb microcins in seven additional Enterobacteriaceae species, encompassing phytopathogens and environmental isolates. We introduce three novel clades of microcins (MccW, MccX, and MccZ), while also identifying eight new variants of the five known class IIb microcins. To validate their antimicrobial potential, we heterologously expressed these microcins in E. coli and demonstrated efficacy against a variety of bacterial isolates, including plant pathogens from the genera Brenneria, Gibbsiella, and Rahnella. Two newly discovered microcins exhibit activity against Gram-negative ESKAPE pathogens, i.e., Acinetobacter baumannii or Pseudomonas aeruginosa, providing the first evidence that class IIb microcins can target bacteria outside of the Enterobacteriaceae family. This study underscores that class IIb microcin genes are more prevalent in the microbial world than previously recognized and that synthetic hybrid microcins can be a viable tool to target clinically relevant drug-resistant pathogens. Our findings hold significant promise for the development of innovative engineered live biotherapeutic products tailored to combat these resilient bacteria.
Predictably manipulating photoreceptor light responses to reveal their role in downstream visual responses
Authors: Chen Qiang , Ingram Norianne T , Baudin Jacob , Angueyra Juan M , Sinha Raunak , Rieke Fred
Published: November 2024

Computation in neural circuits relies on the judicious use of nonlinear circuit components. In many cases, multiple nonlinear components work collectively to control circuit outputs. Separating the contributions of these different components is difficult, and this limits our understanding of the mechanistic basis of many important computations. Here, we introduce a tool that permits the design of light stimuli that predictably alter rod and cone phototransduction currents – including stimuli that compensate for nonlinear properties such as light adaptation. This tool, based on well-established models for the rod and cone phototransduction cascade, permits the separation of nonlinearities in phototransduction from those in downstream circuits. This will allow, for example, direct tests of how adaptation in rod and cone phototransduction affects downstream visual signals and perception.
Mobile app review analysis for crowdsourcing of software requirements: a mapping study of automated and semi-automated tools
Authors: Massenon Rhodes , Gambo Ishaya , Ogundokun Roseline Oluwaseun , Ogundepo Ezekiel Adebayo , Srivastava Sweta , Agarwal Saurabh , Pak Wooguil
Published: November 2024

Mobile app reviews are valuable for gaining user feedback on features, usability, and areas for improvement. Analyzing these reviews manually is difficult due to volume and structure, leading to the need for automated techniques. This mapping study categorizes existing approaches for automated and semi-automated tools by analyzing 180 primary studies. Techniques include topic modeling, collocation finding, association rule-based, aspect-based sentiment analysis, frequency-based, word vector-based, and hybrid approaches. The study compares various tools for analyzing mobile app reviews based on performance, scalability, and user-friendliness. Tools like KEFE, MERIT, DIVER, SAFER, SIRA, T-FEX, RE-BERT, and AOBTM outperformed baseline tools like IDEA and SAFE in identifying emerging issues and extracting relevant information. The study also discusses limitations such as manual intervention, linguistic complexities, scalability issues, and interpretability challenges in incorporating user feedback. Overall, this mapping study outlines the current state of feature extraction from app reviews, suggesting future research and innovation opportunities for extracting software requirements from mobile app reviews, thereby improving mobile app development.
La evaluación de los directores escolares en Latinoamérica: Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica y México
Authors: Pineda-Baez Clelia , Aravena Felipe , Prado De Oliveira Ana Cristina , Vitoria Satya Rosabal , Cerdas-Montano Virginia
Published: November 2024

La evaluación de los directores escolares se encuentra en una fase de desarrollo incipiente, en comparación con la evaluación docente. Esta situación es más aguda en Latinoamérica. Por lo mismo, el presente estudio busca comparar los sistemas de evaluación de los directores escolares en cinco países de América Latina: Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica y México. A través de un enfoque cualitativo, analizando documentos oficiales sobre la evaluación directiva de los respectivos países, se observa la necesidad de avanzar en la formulación de un sistema de evaluación que trascienda la estandarización, tanto en los criterios propios con los que se evalúa como en el proceso de realimentación de los resultados, con miras a la mejora. La razón es que actualmente existe una tendencia a evaluar aspectos generales de gestión y liderazgo, rendición de cuentas con lógica de control y verticalismo evaluativo. Lo anterior implica, principalmente, superar la evaluación de carácter burocrático, para avanzar hacia un propósito formativo orientado a la mejora, que favorezca la creación de una cultura evaluativa con foco en el aprendizaje profesional de los directores.
Development of a multicriteria matrix for decision making in the management of flexible pavements in an urban road network. Case study the city of Itagüí – Colombia
Authors: ROSERO VEGA DARWIN , RODRÍGUEZ MORENO MARIO ALBERTO
Published: November 2024

Decision-making for interventions in urban road networks is often carried out reactively, addressing roads in the worst condition first, which reduces the length of intervention in the entire urban road network under an assigned budget. The objective of this work was to establish a methodology to prioritize the intervention of asphalt pavements on urban roads through a multi-criteria matrix that allows optimizing the management of pavements in the network. The criteria were previously adjusted and validated by road infrastructure experts using the Likert scale. Subsequently a large group of experts completed the multi-criteria matrix to qualify and weigh each of the criteria and intervention alternatives considered to address each of the established problems; the goal is to preserve the urban road network in good condition. With the support of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools, each criterion was represented by a vector shapefile format, each of them was transformed into raster format and reclassified to assign a specific score. The attributes of the raster format used information from the road network of the city of Itagüí (Colombia). The final result was the weighted overlay of maps that allowed establishing the prioritization of the roads to intervene according to the score obtained in each road segment, which allows the administrator to make efficient decisions in an urban network.
Impact of change orders on construction material waste in residential buildings projects
Authors: Mahamid Ibrahim
Published: November 2024

The current study attempts to address the relationship between material waste and change orders in residential building projects implemented in the West Bank in Palestine. The main objectives include: (1) identify the main factors affecting change orders in residential projects, (2) identify the main factors affecting martial waste eon construction sites, (3) address the relationship between change orders and construction material waste, (4) develop prediction model that shows the impact of change orders on material waste. To achieve this, two methods are used: (1) questionnaire survey is conducted to identify the main factors affecting change orders and the major factors of material waste on construction sites. Fourteen (14) factors believed to affect change orders and 15 factors that might affect material waste are investigated in this study. (2) Case study is conducted to address the impact of change orders on material waste. Data collected from 40 residential building projects implemented in the West Bank in Palestine. Regression analysis is used to establish the predictive model that relates the change orders and material waste. Results indicate that the top five factors affecting change orders include: change of project scope by owner, shortage in equipment and materials, change in materials, design mistakes, and change of plans by owner. It also shows that the top five factors affecting material waste are: rework, lack of labors skills, design errors, purchasing materials not complying with specifications, and frequent design changes. The results revealed a strong relationship between number of change orders and construction material waste on site.
Implementation of a smeared crack model in the finite element method and its application to two-dimensional nonlinear analysis of concrete beams
Authors: Tamasco Juan Carlos , Estrada Martín , Linero Dorian
Published: November 2024

This paper describes the implementation of a two-dimensional rotating smeared crack model within the framework of a nonlinear finite element analysis code, and its application to the mechanical behavior of the plain concrete. In this work, the formulation of three concrete softening law subjected to fracture Mode-I is adapted, considering infinitesimal strains, static loads and two-dimensional conditions. The rotating smeared crack model and the three softening laws are all implemented in Fortran language, into the open source software for nonlinear finite element analysis HYPLAS. The pre- and post-process for a graphical representation of the mesh and the results are done with GMSH or GiD. Finally, three experimental tests of concrete beams of other authors are simulated. The concentration of the displacement contour lines obtained in the simulation represents the crack patterns in the solid. The relationship between the applied load and the representative displacement in each analysis step describes the mechanical response of the beam. Other computed parameters were the crack opening and the principal stresses in the solid. The numerical results were satisfactory in comparison with the experimental tests.
The Present and Future of the Coconut Cultivation towards the Export Industry: A Case on the Coconut Triangle in Sri Lanka
Authors: Anthony C.J.M. , Divyapratha G. , Thivahary G.
Published: November 2024

In Sri Lanka, Coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) provides a livelihood for several million people from the production, processing, and marketing. It’s a major plantation product in the country. It is grown in all districts. The coconut triangle, which is distributed in the districts of Kurunegala, Puttalam, and Gampaha, accounts for about 55 per cent of the land used for coconut cultivation. The study was carried out to determine the status of coconut growers’ knowledge of new opportunities and trends in the export market within the coconut triangle. Primary data obtained from a sample survey in the coconut triangle. The study area was covered based on the extent of cultivation. The stratified random sampling method was used to select a sample of 100 coconut growers and data were collected through a structured pre-tested questionnaire. Data were analysed through the SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) software using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis and chi-squared test. Five-point Likert scaling was used to determine the coconut growers’ attitudes towards the status of the coconut export industry. The findings of the study revealed that more than half of the coconut growers in the study area (55%) cultivated coconut as their main primary occupation. The younger generation’s participation was very poor in coconut cultivation. Furthermore, highest percentage (81%) of the growers have moderate attitudes towards the exportation of coconut products. There was a positive and highly significant correlation observed between the coconut growers’ attitudes towards the existing coconut industry and attitudes towards the coconut export products at 0.01 level of probability and no significant association was found between the selected independent variables and the coconut growers’ attitudes towards the status of the coconut export products.
Ethnopharmacological Importance of Gymnema sylvestre
Authors: Kumari Vidyan
Published: November 2024

Gymnema sylvestre is one of the valuable medicinally important herbs that belong to family Apocynaceae. G. Sylvester is a woody climber mostly found in India, Srilanka, China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Tropical Africa. Traditionally the leaf of the herb is used as antidiabetic, antihelmentic, antiobesity, anti-inflammatory, hypolipidaemic, antivenom and antimicrobial. The herb is used by some ethnic community in constipation, haemorrhoids, jaundice, leucoderma, asthma, bronchitis, cardiac problems and dyspepsia. Most important phytochemicals of the plant are gymnemic acid, deacyl gymnemic acid and gymnemagenol which help in the controlling of blood cholesterol, triglyceride levels, inflammation and body weight. The present review aims to document the traditional and modern pharmacological uses of the plant to provide better scope for further experiments and future application. The botanical description, cultivation practices, phytochemical constituents and safety issues of the plant has also been described in the chapter.
Spatial Variability of Micronutrient Status in Miyawaki Forest Development
Authors: Sreelekshmi M. , Leno N. , Rani B. , Gladis R. , K.S.A.Shirin
Published: November 2024

Aim: This study aims to quantitatively analyze the spatial variability in the micronutrient status of soil by conducting a comparative assessment of soil samples from Miyawaki forest and adjacent barren land. By focusing on key parameters such as soil pH, organic matter content and micronutrient levels, the changes brought by the Miyawaki method of afforestation is being studied.
Study Design: Soil samples were collected from the first Miyawaki forest established in Kerala and a comparative study was done with neighbouring undisturbed plot to analyse the changes that was brought about by the establishment of Miyawaki forest in the area.
Place and Duration of Study: The Miyawaki forests selected for study was located in Puliyarakonam in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, India.
Methods: Representative soil samples were collected from the Miyawaki forest lands and neighbouring undisturbed plot from two depths and was subjected to various analyses.
Results: The various soil chemical parameters were found to be enhanced by this method of afforestation indicating an improved soil fertility and soil health.
Conclusion: The study highlights the significant benefits of Miyawaki forest restoration techniques on soil properties, which have far-reaching implications for both soil health and biodiversity. A higher OM (4.13%), available micronutrients (B-0.83 mg kg-1, Fe- 39.65 mg kg-1, Mn-30.53 mg kg-1, Zn-12.44 mg kg-1, Cu-8.90 mg kg-1) and pH (5.35) was observed in the Miyawaki forest in the surface soil. It was found that while the pH increased in the subsurface soil all the micronutrient concentration decreased with depth.
A Comparative Study of the Rate of Helicobacter pylori infection Using Three Diagnostic Techniques among Patients in Rivers State
Authors: Meshack Buduka Blessing , Easter Nwokah , Amala Enoch Smart
Published: November 2024

Background: Approximately 89% of gastric cancers are attributable to H. pylori infection, however, only 1 in 5 patients survive longer than 5 years after diagnosis. Evidence has shown that screening and eradication of H. pylori in young adults would be cost-effective and could prevent 1 gastric cancer in every 4 to 6 cases. Diagnostic tests used to detect Helicobacter pylori are either invasive or noninvasive methods. These tests have varying sensitivity and specificity, having about 90% accuracy in the diagnosis of H. pylori infection in clinical practice.
Aim: This study aims at detecting Helicobacter pylori using antibody-antigen, stool antigen and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and to compare the infection rate among the different diagnostic techniques.
Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study. The participants included attendants to tertiary and private hospitals in Port Harcourt metropolis for medical treatment. Blood and stool samples were collected from one hundred and eighty (180) subjects aged 1 to 60 years and above. Ethical approval for the study was obtained from the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital Ethics Committee. Convenience sampling technique was deployed. Samples were collected from subjects who consented to the study. All samples collected were analyzed in Medical Microbiology Laboratory, Rivers State Teaching Hospital and subsequently, molecular analysis was carried out.
Results: The blood antibodies test (serology) method shows a greater number of positive cases (43.9%) than stool antigen method (8.3%). Also, out of the 75% stool antigen positive samples, subjected to more specific PCR, only 25% were positive. There was a significant difference (p-value of <0.001) in sensitivity between antigen and serology, there was also a significant difference (p-value of <0.025) between antigen and PCR result outcomes.
Conclusion: The study has shown that there is a notable variation in the diagnosis of H pylori among the laboratory techniques used.
Study on Viability of Fungal Bioagents in Vacuum Packing Compared with Conventional Packing in different Storage Conditions
Authors: L. M. Ganavi, , Y. S. Amaresh, , Meena Mukesh Kumar , S. B. Gowdar, , A. S. Savitha, , H. Arunkumar,
Published: November 2024

The shelf life and viability of the bioagents are influenced by several factors, including the type of nutrients in the formulation, moisture content and the ability of propagules to withstand adverse climatic conditions. There are numerous commercial formulations of Trichoderma species primarily used to combat soil-borne diseases. The present study was conducted to understand the optimal storage conditions suitable for these bioagents. By this study, where the viability in vacuum packing and conventional packing were compared, it was observed that the vacuum packing did not offer any advantages over conventional packing methods. Additionally, storing the bioagents in a refrigerator at 4 °C was more effective compared to other storage conditions, such as room temperature (27 ± 2 °C), incubator (24 ± 2 °C) and deep freezer (-20 °C).
Response of Nutrient Spray and Pruning on Growth, Yield and Quality of Bitter Gourd (Momordica charantia L.)
Authors: Regar Indira , Regar Champa Lal , Meghwal Manohar Lal , Bairwa Rajendra , Yadav Indra Raj
Published: November 2024

A field experiment was conducted at Research Farm, Department of Agriculture (Horticulture), Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences, Mewar University Gangrar, Chittorgarh (Rajasthan) during summer season of 2023-24 to response of nutrient spray and pruning on growth, yield and quality of bitter gourd variety “Arka Harit ‟ was used in this study. The result revealed that the  both levels maximum vine length (192.29 and 187.26 cm), number of branches per plant (8.98 and 8.79), minimum appearance of first female flower (44.43 and 44.75 days) and yield parameter such as maximum number of fruit per plant (17.04 and 16.67), length of fruit (13.14 and 13.09 cm), girth of fruit (4.24 and 4.29 cm), average fruit weight (85.04 and 84.26 g), fruit yield (10.79 and 10.74 t/ha) and quality parameters such as leaf chlorophyll content (1.24 and 1.24 mg/g), TSS (2.67 and 2.65 0Brix), Vitamin C (69.20 and 68.93 mg/100 g) recorded with treatment combination of 3% spray and pruning at 9 nods. Therefore, it was concluded that the application of 3% spray and pruning at 9 nods found superior to all treatment.
Enhancing Cybersecurity for Renewable Energy with Quantum Algorithms and Cloud-Based AI
Authors: Dibie Emmanuel
Published: November 2024

As renewable energy systems such as wind farms, solar panels, and smart grids grow in importance, they are increasingly susceptible to sophisticated cyber threats. This paper investigates how quantum algorithms can be integrated with cloud-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance the cybersecurity of these infrastructures. Traditional AI and cloud computing solutions, while valuable, face limitations in addressing complex and evolving cyber threats, especially in the distributed environments of renewable energy systems. Quantum computing, with its ability to process data exponentially faster than classical systems, offers new capabilities for improving threat detection, encryption, and overall security resilience. This study evaluates key quantum algorithms, such as Grover’s Algorithm for faster data search and Shor’s Algorithm for breaking traditional encryption. By analyzing real-world applications, including blockchain-based peer-to-peer energy trading and AI-driven anomaly detection in wind turbines, we demonstrate the practical impact of these advancements. Furthermore, the challenges of integrating quantum-enhanced AI into existing infrastructures such as high costs, hardware limitations, and privacy concerns are explored. Case studies, including the Powerledger project’s use of Zero Trust Architecture in decentralized energy resources and Siemens' Digital Grid Solutions for smart grid protection, provide a grounded perspective on current cybersecurity practices in renewable energy. The findings suggest that while quantum-enhanced AI has the potential to transform cybersecurity in the renewable energy sector, further research is needed in areas such as quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable hybrid quantum-classical models. These technologies could play a crucial role in safeguarding energy infrastructures from increasingly complex cyber threats.
Exploring the Correlation between Facial Index, Orbital Width and Intercanthal Distance in Adult Igbos of a Nigerian Population
Authors: Okwesili Obinna Remigius , Obikili Emmanuel Nebeuwa , Okwesili Lilian Obianuju , Achebe Johnson Uchechukwu
Published: November 2024

Background: Facial anthropometry provides useful information on different facial features as well as population-specific variations that are crucial in forensic science and facial surgeries. The major aim of this research was to determine normal facial and orbital parameters in adult Igbos living in Enugu, Nigeria and to investigate the correlation between these variables.
Materials and Methods: This was an anthropometric study of adult Igbos of Igbo ancestry residing in Enugu metropolis, a town in South-eastern Nigeria. The morphological facial height, the maximum facial width, orbital width and intercanthal distance of each subject were measured. All data were collated and analyzed.
Results: Subjects studied were 312. They had a mean age of 37.05. The mean morphological facial height was 116.26 mm for males and 109.66mm for females. The mean maximum facial width for males was 121.31 mm, and for females 119.25. The mean facial index for males was 96.06, and 92.17 for females (p < 0.01) The mean right eye width of the men was 38.01mm and that of the women was 37.22 mm (p <0.05). The mean intercanthal distance of males was 34.94 mm, and 33.22mm for females. There was significant correlation (p <0.01) between maximum facial width and the widths of both eyes and the intercanthal distance respectively. Morphological facial height had a similar correlation. However, there was no significant correlation between the facial index and the eye widths and none with intercanthal distance.
Conclusion: There is strong correlation between orbital parameters and facial parameters except for facial index which had no significant correlation. The findings of this study have potential applications in forensic science, in the planning and assessment of facial reconstruction, aesthetic surgeries and orthodontics, as they provide valuable information about the facial structure of the Igbo population.
Uveitis as a Predictor for Myocardial Infarction in Patients with Behçet's Disease, Multi Centric Cohort Study from Aseer Region, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alhammadi Nouf , Alqahtani Mushary , Amer Khaled A. , THAWWAB Abdullah AL , Zomia Ahmed S. AL , Alqahtani Hanan , Alshahrani Fares A. , Alqhtani Abdussalam , Mubarak Dalia A. Al , Alahmari Fahad S. , Al-Qahtani Shahad S. , Alkhairi Muhammed A. , Alhudaithi Noura S. , Asiri Hind A.
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Behçet's disease (BD) is a chronic, multisystem inflammatory disorder characterized by a diverse array of clinical manifestations, including recurrent oral and genital ulcers, ocular inflammation, skin lesions, and joint problems. Its presentation varies, requiring tailored diagnosis and management.
Methods: Retrospective cohort study, though review of medical charts and data for patients who meet the diagnostic criteria for BD actively receiving care in rheumatology clinics. The primary objective was to investigate the correlation between uveitis and Myocardial infarction in this population.
Results: This study included a total of 111 patients. Approximately 33% of the patients exhibited positive CRP levels. Approximately 10% (11 patients) of the subjects were diagnosed with uveitis. Notably, the majority of individuals with uveitis were males. Three patients with uveitis had arthritis, none of whom presented with gastrointestinal tract (GIT) Complaints. Remarkably, none of the patients diagnosed with uveitis had a documented history of myocardial infarction (MI).
Conclusion: In our cohort, those with a history of MI did not have a documented history of uveitis. Larger, prospective studies are needed to evaluate the associations between MI and uveitis in a BD population.
Machine Learning Based Agricultural Profitability Recommendation Systems: A Paradigm Shift in Crop Cultivation
Authors: Sable Nilesh P. , Patil Rajkumar V. , Deore Mahendra , Bhimanpallewar Ratnmala , Mahalle Parikshit N.
Published: November 2024

In India, the demand for fruits and vegetables has been consistently increasing alongside the rising population, making crop production a crucial aspect of agriculture. However, despite the growing demand and potential profitability, farmers have been slow to transition from traditional food grain crops to fruits and vegetables. In this paper, we explore the changing demands of food categories in India, highlighting the shift towards increased consumption of fruits and vegetables. Despite the potential benefits, farmers face various challenges and uncertainties associated with cultivating these crops. To address this, we propose the use of Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) techniques to analyze historical market price data for fruits and vegetables from 2016 to 2021 and predict future prices. This accurate prediction system will aid farmers in deciding which crops to grow and when to harvest, ultimately maximizing profits.
Artificial Intelligence And Data Representation: Theoretical Approaches
Authors: Guerrero Julio Cesar Olaya
Published: November 2024

Describe cómo la inteligencia artificial ha generado una serie de posibilidades para todas las áreas del conocimiento. La representación de datos tiene una serie de herramientas que permiten ofrecer visualización de información en diferentes contextos. El objetivo de este trabajo es dar a conocer los aportes teóricos de la inteligencia artificial en la representación de los datos y sus implicancias para los investigadores universitarios. Entre las conclusiones podemos destacar que la inteligencia artificial tiene impacto en las universidades y por ende en los estudiantes pueden utilizarla con responsabilidad y ética.
Climate Justice Approaches In “Sand” And “On Darwin Tides”
Authors: Laranjeira Delzi Alves
Published: November 2024

Fiction has always addressed climate change, but since the last century, writers have emphasized the theme through several genres, including climate fiction, which encompasses works focused on climate change and its impacts on the planet. Among the multiple aspects these narratives address, climate justice plays a crucial role. Studies show that developing countries, mainly located in the Global South, are the ones that suffer the most the devastating effects of floods, extreme weather, heat waves, and species extinction caused by anthropogenic climate change. Such impacts bring to the debate the issue of climate justice since it underscores its inequality. Climate fiction plays a significant role in presenting possible scenarios caused by climate change, implicitly or explicitly pointing out who and what is impacted by its adverse effects. Perspectives on climate justice are analyzed in the short stories “Sand” by Conor Corderoy and “On Darwin Tides” by Shauna O’Meara. These short stories portray how the characters deal with climate effects and how physical spaces, natural or urban, are affected. Their narratives emphasize issues related to climate justice, including the difficulties people face in surviving in deeply transformed realities and the discrepancy in the perception of the impacts of the climate crisis according to economic and social conditions. These stories stress the need to reflect on how the most vulnerable populations and ecosystems are affected and how climate justice can prevail to change this unfair scenario.
The Holy Quran In The Context Of Aesthetic Behavior
Authors: Mutluel Osman
Published: November 2024

This article is about the aesthetic understanding of the Quran as well as what kind of aesthetic behavior it wants to create in believers. While the Quran creates a social aesthetic understanding in general, it also wants to create an aesthetic understanding on individuals. In this sense, the aesthetic understanding that the Quran creates on people may differ for each person. Because people's understanding and feelings are different. Due to this difference, their aesthetic understanding also differs. The main goal of the Quran is to create behavioral beauty in humans. He wants to achieve this by first establishing faith and, in the second stage, through worship. In this sense, the aesthetics of the Quran is the aesthetics of behavior
Policies And Implementation On Women Empowerment In Meghalaya
Authors: Kharkongor Dr. E.
Published: November 2024

Women play a vital role in development. Empowering a woman creates power in her life, society and community. Government policies and programmes are important to create opportunities without restrictions. Specific targeted policies of government and their effective implementation can help women equipped and empowered. This paper attempts to discuss the policies related with women empowerment and their implementation through concerned departments in Meghalaya.
Da Ancoragem No Consumo À Volatilidade Nos Mercados: Evidências, Tendências E O Impacto Da Produção Recente Sobre Economia Comportamental
Authors: . .
Published: November 2024

Este artigo analisa a literatura de economia comportamental de 2010-2022, explorando áreas emergentes do campo. Com base em 1.061 documentos da Scopus e Web of Science, utilizou-se um modelo de regressão binomial negativo inflado de zero (ZIBN) para analisar fatores que influenciam citações. A análise dos 20 artigos mais citados revelou que a idade do artigo, número de autores, classificação JEL e a língua impactam as citações. A bibliometria destacou tendências de publicação, autores influentes e quatro eixos temáticos dominantes. Também identificou temas atuais e características que influenciam decisões econômicas, sugerindo futuras investigações na área
Association Of Serum Prothrombin Index With Early Post-Operative Complications Following Liver Resection
Authors: MM Elahi , S Mehzabin , MT Talukder , MA Awal , ANMN Azam , HAN Hakim
Published: November 2024

Introduction: The Prothrombin Index (PI) is a critical measure of coagulation status, reflecting the liver's ability to synthesize clotting factors. In the context of liver resection, a procedure associated with a significant risk of bleeding and other complications, the assessment of PI becomes paramount. This study investigates the association between serum Prothrombin Index and early postoperative complications following liver resection. Methods: This Prospective observational study was conducted among the indoor patients of the Hepatobiliary unit of the surgery department in Dhaka Medical College Hospital, from 1st January 2023 to 29th December 2023. All patients admitted to the hepatobiliary unit of the department of surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital were considered as the study population. A total of 40 patients were selected as study subjects through a purposive sampling technique. Data were analyzed by Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20.0. Result: In the early postoperative period, the association between prothrombin index (PI) and various complications was assessed. Regarding bile leak, no statistically significant association was observed, with the probability of bile leak being 0.237 for patients with a PI <50%. In contrast, a significant association was found between PI and postoperative bleeding, where a PI <50% showed a probability of 0.04 for hemorrhage, making this result statistically significant. Lastly, the association between PI and sepsis revealed no significant findings, with a probability of 0.479 for sepsis in patients with a PI <50%. Overall, a lower PI was significantly linked to an increased risk of postoperative bleeding, but not to bile leak or sepsis. Conclusion: The study findings highlight the clinical importance of assessing both the initial and postoperative Prothrombin Index concerning outcomes following liver resection. Consequently, utilizing the initial and early postoperative Prothrombin Index as a clinical parameter can enhance the optimization of postoperative patient care.
Rate And Grade of Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula After Modified Blumgart Pancreaticojejunostomy in Pancreaticoduodenectomy
Authors: MA Awal , N Mazumder , MT Talukder , MM Elahi , NH Bhuiyan
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD), commonly known as the Whipple procedure, is the standard surgical approach for treating pancreatic and periampullary cancers. Despite advancements in surgical techniques, postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) remains one of the most significant complications following PD, contributing to increased morbidity. This study aims to evaluate the development and severity of POPF in patients undergoing PD with the Modified Blumgart Pancreaticojejunostomy. Methods: This Cross-sectional Observational study was carried out among the indoor patients of surgery units in Dhaka Medical College & Hospital, Dhaka, from January 2023 to December 2023. All patients who experienced Pancreatoduodenectomy in the Surgery department of Dhaka Medical College & Hospital during the study period were considered as the study population. A total of 30 patients were selected as study subjects by purposive sampling technique. Consent from patients and relevant authorities was taken. Univariate and multivariate analysis of the data was carried out using a statistical analysis software program. Descriptive analysis of continuous variables was carried out and showed as the means ± SD. Result: This study involved 30 patients, with the majority (36.6%) aged between 40-50 years and male predominance (63.3%). Most patients (50%) were diagnosed preoperatively with periampullary carcinoma, followed by pancreatic carcinoma (40%). Postoperative pancreatic fistula occurred in 13.3% of patients, with the majority (75%) being Grade B fistulas, and 25% classified as Grade A. No Grade C fistulas were observed. Conclusion: Placing sutures between the pancreatic tissue and the jejunum carries a risk of pancreatic juice leakage due to needle holes or injury to the pancreatic tissue, particularly in patients with a soft pancreas. Therefore, this study suggests that an anastomosis technique utilizing fewer sutures may be more advantageous. The original Blumgart anastomosis employed four to six trans pancreatic/jejunal seromuscular sutures, whereas our approach utilized only one to three. Additionally, the modified Blumgart technique ensured complete coverage of the pancreatic stump with jejunal serosa through the modified lateral suture that penetrates the seromuscular layer of the jejunum
Performance Of Probiotics, Garlic And Neem Leaf Powder Supplements On Biochemical Parameters Of Caged Broiler
Authors: Abujradah Mohamed K. A.
Published: November 2024

Biochemical parameters may be used as physiological indicators in birds. These values are influenced by species, age, sex, season, geographic region, nutrition, and physiological condition. They are also indicators of the health of birds housed in cage systems. The study of probiotic supplements, garlic and neem leaf powder on the biochemical parameters of caged broilers at a local livestock farm was conducted in 2023. The experiment was laid out in Completely Randomized Design (RBD). There were six treatments including control, 4 sub groups with 3 chicks in each to serve as replications with variable proportions of (basal diet + probiotic @10 kg per ton of feed, basal diet + garlic @ 10 kg per ton of feed, basal diet + neem leaf @ 10 kg per ton feed, basal diet + probiotic + garlic @ 10 kg per ton of feed, basal diet + probiotic + neem leaf @ 10 kg per ton of feed and basal diet + probiotic + garlic + neem leaf @ 10 kg per ton of feed), In the view of present investigation the most effective Combined supplements of basal diet + probiotic + garlic + neem leaf @ 10 kg per ton of feed), proved best in respect of growth and performance were evaluated in parameters. Polyherbal formulation not only improved growth and performance in birds. It was concluded that the positive effects of herbal plants on broilers. Their antibiotic potential, hypocholestrolemic effects, growth promoting and availability are the most beneficial parts of herbs, which have drawn the attention themselves.
Influence Of Resource Availability On Effectiveness Of Performance Management System In Public Secondary Schools In Nairobi County, Kenya
Authors: Nganga Charles Thuku , Mwangi Julius Kahuthia , Ngina Eunice
Published: November 2024

The Teachers Service Commission introduced performance management in public secondary schools in Kenya in 2016. However, the performance management system did not work as per plan and has not attained the expected teaching and learning outcomes. The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of resource availability on the effectiveness of the performance management system in public secondary schools in Nairobi County, Kenya. This research was anchored on the resource-based view theory and used the positivism research philosophy. The study population was 7,797 drawn from 109 public secondary schools in Nairobi County which included 109 principals, 121 deputies, and 7,567 teachers. Multi-stage sampling was applied to select a sample of 369 teachers, 5 principals and 6 deputy principals. A structured questionnaire was applied to gather data and analysis of the collected quantitative data was through descriptive statistics (frequencies, percentages and means) and inferential statistics (simple linear regression analysis). The research findings established that resource availability had a positive and significant influence on effectiveness of PMS in public secondary schools in Nairobi, Kenya (β = 0.810, t = 23.707, p < 0.05). The study recommends that policymakers in education such as the Ministry of Education and Teachers Service Commission to ensure that public secondary schools have the necessary resources, such as teaching materials, technology, and infrastructure, to support effective performance management system. Public secondary schools should also invest in technology that supports performance tracking and management, including software for tracking student progress and teacher performance
Synthesis, Structure And Thermogravimetric Analysis Of Copper(II) Complex Derived From N1 ,N3 -Bis(1-(Pyridin2-Yl)Ethylidene)Propane-1,3-Diamine
Authors: Gueye Mbosse Ndiaye , Sarr Mamour , Lenertz Marc , Diop Mayoro , Gaye Mohamed Lamine
Published: November 2024

Cu(II) complex derived from ligand, (N 1 ,N3 -bis(1-(pyridin-2-yl)ethylidene)propane-1,3-diamine (L) which was synthetized in situ, is reported. The isolated Cu(II) complex was characterized by elemental analyses, IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopies, and Thermogravimetric analyze (TGA). Additionally, the structure of the complex was determined by single crystal X-ray diffraction study. The diimine ligand was coordinated to Cu(II) ion through two azomethine nitrogen atoms and two pyridine nitrogen atom. One bromide ion complete the coordination sphere yielding a distorted square pyramidal geometry. The structure of the copper(II) complex is confirmed by X-ray diffraction. The complex crystallizes in the monoclinic space group P21/c with unit cell dimensions a = 8.3433 (3) Å, b = 13.2605 (3) Å, c = 18.838 (6) Å,  = 97.522 (16)°, V = 2066.2 (6) Å3 , Z = 4, R1 = 0.048 and wR2 = 0.081. The Cu(II)cation in N4Br inner is situated in a distorted square pyramidal environment. Thermogravimetric analyze of the complex were carried out at 20–800 °C and showed that the complex were decomposed into three steps.
The Role Of Fairness In Behavioral Game Theory: Understanding Deviations From Nash Equilibrium
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Published: November 2024

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How mohallas were formed: Typology of mohallas from the viewpoint of spatial formation and the urbanization process in Varanasi, India
Authors: Yanagisawa Kiwamu , Funo Shuji
Published: June 2018

This paper focuses upon somemohallasin Varanasi's old urban area. Themohallais a traditional neighborhood unit common in North Indian cities.Mohallaswere elemental components of the city in the Mughal period as administrative tax units as well as autonomous organizations. Currently, however, they have lost their administrative meaning, and their geographical extent and boundaries are becoming unclear. Based on field surveys, this paper reveals features of the spatial formation ofmohallassuch as size, boundary form, distribution of facilities, and street pattern, and links them to the historical urbanization process of the city.Mohallasin Varanasi can be broadly classified into two types. One has a linear or tree shape along streets, and the other has a broad territorial shape. The spatial features of those two types are different in various aspects and reflect the degree of urbanization at the time when themohallaswere established.
Quantum Dot–Dye Conjugates for Biosensing, Imaging, and Therapy
Authors: Jung Sungwook , Chen Xiaoyuan
Published: June 2018

Adding value to the intrinsic properties of quantum dots (QDs), a strategy to conjugate dyes on the surface of QDs offers new opportunities, since the coupling between QD and dyes can be designed to allow Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) and/or electron transfer (eT). These processes are accompanied by the change of QD and/or dye fluorescence and subsequent photochemical reactions (e.g., generation of 1O2). Based on the change of fluorescence signals by the interaction with biomolecules, QD–dye conjugates are exploited as biosensors for the detection of pH, O2, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (phosphate), ions, proteases, glutathione, and microRNA. QD–dye conjugates also can be modulated by the irradiation of external light; this concept is demonstrated for fluorescence super‐resolution imaging as photoactivatable or photoswitchable probes. When QDs are conjugated with photosensitizing dyes, the QD–dye conjugates can generate 1O2 in a repetitive manner for better cancer treatment, and can also be available for approaches using two‐photon excitation or bioluminescence resonance energy transfer mechanisms for deep tissue imaging. Here, the recent advances in QD–dye conjugates, where FRET or eT produces fluorescence readouts or photochemical reactions, are reviewed. Various QD–dye conjugate systems and their biosensing/imaging and photodynamic therapeutics are summarized.
Highly Reactive Metastable Intermixed Composites (MICs): Preparation and Characterization
Authors: He Wei , Liu Pei‐Jin , He Guo‐Qiang , Gozin Michael , Yan Qi‐Long
Published: June 2018

Highly reactive metastable intermixed composites (MICs) have attracted much attention in the past decades. The MIC family of materials mainly includes traditional metal‐based nanothermites, novel core–shell‐structured, 3D ordered macroporous‐structured, and ternary nanocomposites. By applying special fabrication approaches, highly reactive MICs with uniformly dispersed reactants, “layer‐by‐layer” or “core–shell” structures, can be prepared. Thus, the combustion performance can be greatly improved, and the ignition characteristics and safety can be precisely controlled by using a certain preparation strategy. Here, the preparation and characterization of the MICs that have been developed during the past few decades are summarized. Traditional preparation methods for MICs generally include physical mixing, high‐energy ball milling, sol–gel synthesis, and vapor deposition, while the novel methods include self‐assembly, electrophoretic deposition, and electrospinning. Various preparation procedures and the ignition and combustion performance of different MIC reactive systems are compared and discussed. In particular, the advantages of novel structured MICs in terms of safety and combustion efficiency are clarified, based on which suggestions regarding the possible future research directions are proposed.