bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Biologic treatment for severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Kariyawasam H H , Chandrasekharan D P , Jacques T , Stokes P , Dziadzio M , Gane S B , Langan D , Rimmer J
Published: April 2024

Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps is often severe, debilitating and difficult to treat. Biologics that target key inflammatory pathways have the potential to treat this disease; this study aimed to evaluate their effectiveness. Methodology: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials of biologics in chronic rhinosinusitis with na- sal polyps. Primary outcomes were extent of disease, objective disease severity and disease-specific quality of life, with outcomes measured at different end-of-treatment timepoints in different studies (range 16-52 weeks). Results: Eleven trials were identified with 2035 participants. Ten studies reported change in polyp size, estimating a reduction of -1.25 in the treatment group. Six studies reported reduction in Lund-Mackay score where the pooled mean difference was -4.90. Five studies included peak nasal inspiratory flow with a pooled mean difference of 33.54, indicating improved nasal airflow. Seven studies reported change in olfactory score with an overall pooled effect of 6.56 suggesting improved olfaction. The SNOT-22 score in nine studies gave an overall pooled effect of -14.53, indicating improved quality of life. Conclusions: Biologics can be effective in treating nasal polyps, with reduction in polyp size and extent of disease, and improved sense of smell and quality of life. There is significant heterogeneity in the outcomes for individual biologics, highlighting the need for further studies.
Analiza popravkov velike/male začetnice v korpusih Šolar in Lektor
Authors: Žnidar Vesna
Published: April 2024

The paper examines the role of orthographic norms in two types of non-authored text revision – text correction within the educational process and proofreading. Both the teacher and the proofreader intervene in the text in order to correct the deviations from the standard language norms: the teacher with the aim to develop the student's language (and stylistic) abilities, and the proofreader to ensure that the text complies with the standard language norms; in this paper the term correction is used for such interventions in the text. The specialized corpora Šolar and Lektor were used for the comparative analysis. As regards the corrections of upper-case/lower-case initials, there are 2,015 such corrections in the Šolar corpus where they represent a special category within spelling errors, while in the Lektor corpus there are 1,702 of those corrections and they are divided into six subtypes, which together overlap precisely with the category of upper-case and lower-case corrections in the Šolar corpus. They were used to create a typology of corrections from the Šolar corpus for the purposes of this paper. The aim of this paper is to present concrete spelling problems encountered by students and adult authors, and to examine how such errors are corrected by teachers and by proofreaders – whether they strictly adhere to codified orthographic norms, or whether deviations occur and in which cases. It was found that distinguishing between proper and common nouns causes the most problems. The paper represents a new approach in the study of language by connecting the field of developing students' language abilities and the field of proofreading.
E-polis: An Innovative and Fun Way to Gamify Sociological Research with an Educational Serious Game – Game Development Middleware Approach
Authors: Gazis Alexandros , Katsiri Eleftheria
Published: April 2024

E-polis is a serious educational game that uses gamification to study young people's opinions about their ideal society. Our game consists of a digital city where players navigate to complete quests. The answer to each quest changes the shape of the buildings and thus, after completing the core quests, the game world will create a unique neighborhood. In this way, we visualize the consequences of players’ actions and simulate how their answers impact our urban society and environment. As such, E-polis can be used as a tool that based on some predefined inputs (quests/questions) can evaluate and log young people’s views on the ideal society. Our serious game uses the Unity Game engine, and it can be used in various socio-economic case studies such as exploring civic engagement and social justice. Specifically, our article reviews the literature on game engines and defines how an educational serious game can gamify a learning experience. Then, we present in detail the software architecture design principles of our game and suggest a new generic middleware for digital game developers. Moreover, we expand on a new transition mechanism in Unity to re-use graphics dynamically using some pre-render real-time scene game objects. Our mechanism allows for better execution times of digital games in less resource-intensive computer systems when players transition through different scenes. The authors suggest that the technical novelty of this game lies in its middleware software entities' separation of concerns and this transition mechanism as a way to assist in game development and deployment. This is because it can provide game developers with several pre-built services and a generic scene transition mechanism, thus helping game developers to be more productive, reduce their costs, and improve the quality of their games.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PRODUCTION AND SLAUGHTER PARAMETERS OF FAST-GROWING BROILER HYBRIDS
Authors: Petričević Veselin , Lukić Miloš ,   Institute for Animal Husbandry, Belgrade-Zemun, Serbia, Škrbić Zdenka ,   Institute for Animal Husbandry, Belgrade-Zemun, Serbia, Dosković Vladimir ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of  Agronomy, Čačak, Serbia, Rakonjac Simeon ,   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of  Agronomy, Čačak, Serbia, Petričević Maja ,   Institute for Animal Husbandry, Belgrade-Zemun, Serbia, Milenković Danijel ,   Institute for Animal Husbandry, Belgrade-Zemun, Serbia
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to explore how hybrid varieties impact broiler chickens’ production and slaughter performance. We applied standard rearing techniques over a 42-day period. The trial involved a total of 420 broiler chickens of the following hybrids: Cobb 500 and Ross 308. Weekly performance tests were conducted, assessing average daily gain, feed consumption, feed conversion rate, mortality, and European Poultry Efficiency Factor. After controlling for final body weights on the 42nd day, a random sample of 12 broilers per genotype, with an equal gender distribution, was selected for slaughter parameter analysis. Following slaughter traits were determined: pre-slaughter weight of chickens, slaughter yield, share of abdominal fat, chicken thigh circumference, and chest angle. The results revealed no significant difference in food consumption between the examined hybrids. Chickens of the Cobb 500 genotype exhibited significantly higher (p<0.01) gain and a more favorable feed conversion rate. Due to its better vitality, feed conversion rate, and gain, Cobb 500 chickens demonstrated significantly higher (p<0.01) European Poultry Efficiency Factor values. In contrast, Ross 308 chickens displayed statistically significantly lower (p<0.05) slaughter yield and chest angle values. At the same time, the proportion of abdominal fat and chicken thigh circumference showed no significant difference between the tested hybrids.
ALTERATIONS IN THE PHYSICO-CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF MILK ACROSS UDDER QUARTERS
Authors:   University st. Kliment Ohridski, Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences, North Macedonia, Trajkovska Biljana , Risteski Blagoja ,   University st. Kliment Ohridski, Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences, North Macedonia, Karapetkovska-Hristova Vesna ,   University st. Kliment Ohridski, Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences, North Macedonia, Elmazi Kujtim ,   University st. Kliment Ohridski, Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences, North Macedonia, Grozdanovska Aleksandra ,   University st. Kliment Ohridski, Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences, North Macedonia, Petkovski Borce ,   National Extension Agency, St Clement of Ohrid, North Macedonia
Published: April 2024

Milk composition is fundamental in dairy production, afecting the health of cows and the quality of milk. This study explores alterations and mastitis effects on milk composition. Beyond somatic cell count, it analyzes fat, protein, lactose, and electrical conductivity across udder quarters. Comparisons among normal, subclinical, and clinical milk reveal significant differences in these parameters, emphasizing mastitis’ adverse impact on milk quality. Continuous monitoring and prompt intervention are stressed. This research contributes valuable insights to dairy science, emphasizing the need for proactive measures in maintaining optimal dairy herd health and high-quality milk production.
NUMERICAL MODELING OF HIDDEN DAMAGE ACCUMULATION DUE TO RADIATION EXPOSURE AND HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT
Authors: Breslavsky Dmytro , Tatarinova Oksana , Tolstolutska Galyna , Altenbach Holm
Published: April 2024

An approach that allows using the qualitative results of the analysis of the so-called "mechanism based" evolution equations, i.e. constructed using experiments at the micro- and meso-level, to determine the structure of the equation for another, similar in composition, material, is proposed. To determine damage due to irradiation influence, the classical method of Continuum Damage Mechanics was used. The proposed approach of qualitative reproduction of the effects of damage accumulation was used due to the lack of experimental data on the long-term behavior of the material under consideration (steel 08X18N9T) under the given conditions of temperature and
radiation exposure. The previously studied influence of the effects of various processes on the hidden damage accumulation was used to reproduce it in the proposed equation. The influence of the type of stress state due to the invariants of the stress tensor and deviator is taken into account. The effect of hydrogen embrittlement is reflected
using known data from experiments performed at the macro level, taking into account changes in the modulus of elasticity. The resulting function entered the evolution equation in an exponential form. The developed evolution equation for the damage parameter is added to the previously proven method and software for modeling structural elements exposed to thermal, force and irradiation fields. Examples of the analysis of problems of deformation, damage and fracture of specimens and a tube with a hole, in which the behavior of the corresponding zones of the reactor baffle is simulated, are provided. The performed numerical calculations showed the possibility of practical assessment of the deformed state and the level of acquired hidden damage.
COMPONENT RADIATION-INDUCED DISLOCATION LOOPS OF DIFFERENT NATURE IN ZIRCONIUM
Authors: Trotsenko O.G. , Babich A.V. , Ostapchuk P.M.
Published: April 2024

A distinctive feature of the microstructure of zirconium under irradiation (electron or neutron) is the coexistence of prismatic loops of different natures. It is believed that classical elastic theory cannot explain this fact. But the theory of anisotropic diffusion is also unable to do this. Note that the conclusion of EID-theory (elastic interaction
difference) is based on elastic isotropy. In our calculations in the Green's function formalism, we take into account the specific plane of the loop. It is analyzed whether a loop with a given Bürgers vector can nucleate and grow to visible sizes in a specific plane of zirconium.
SIMULATION OF RADIONUCLIDE PROPAGATION AT EXTERNAL EXTREME EVENTS IN THE NPP AREA
Authors: Azarenkov N.A. , Kozhevnikova M.F. , Levenets V.V.
Published: April 2024

At the current stage of electric-power industry development in Ukraine, the issues of energy safety and energy independence are becoming increasingly important. Being the largest among others in Europe, Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has a large dry storage facility for spent nuclear fuel. The armed attack of Russia has endangered nuclear and physical safety in Ukraine. Beginning on 24 February, 2022, the hostilities were activated in the country. The activization of the warfare has led to the capture of the ZNPP by the Russian militaries (4 March, 2022) and to their presence of the ZNPP. This situation causes justifiable concern about the potential detrimental effect on the nuclear and physical safety under service conditions of nuclear power units and at radioactive sourcerelated activities. This paper is concerned with simulation of the radionuclide propagation under external extreme events in the NPP zone, using the ZNPP as an example. The transfer of 137Cs radionuclide has been simulated for the
hypothetical ZNPP failure at meteorological conditions as of 23 to 25 August, 2022. According to the simulation data, throughout 23–25 August, 2022, the highest 137Cs concentration values might be observed within the Ukraine territory, particularly in the near-field zone, 50…100 km in radius, from the emission point. Besides, the radioactive
impurities could be carried off to the neighboring state areas.
Gabo y la Medicina, lo que la literatura tiene para aportarnos en PANLAR 2024
Authors: Fajardo Estefanía
Published: April 2024

Juan Valentín Fernández de la Gala hablará de Los médicos de Macondo, una investigación que aborda la Medicina en la obra del Premio Nobel colombiano. Además, liderará un taller de narrativa dirigido a los asistentes al Congreso Panamericano.
Evaluación financiera de la pequeña y mediana panadería en Colombia
Authors: Godoy Jorge Alberto Rivera
Published: April 2024

Las partes interesadas en las pymes colombianas necesitan saber cómo ha sido su gestión financiera en los últimos años para la toma de decisiones futuras. El propósito de esta investigación es evaluar el desempeño financiero de la pequeña y mediana panadería en Colombia en el periodo 2017-2021, utilizando como metodología el análisis estático y de tendencias de los indicadores contables y de gestión del valor que miden su crecimiento, eficiencia, eficacia y efectividad. Se encuentra que la pyme fluctúa en ventas, y logra un rendimiento contable promedio. El rendimiento del activo de la pequeña empresa es superior por ser más eficiente en el uso de los activos; mientras el rendimiento patrimonio de la mediana panadería es más alto debido a su mayor eficacia en control de costos y gastos. Además, la pyme creó valor económico agregado (EVA), que por unidad monetaria invertida es superior en la pequeña panadería. Al comparar con la industria panificadora del país, se encuentra que a pesar de que está última aumenta sus ventas, obtiene rentabilidad contable y crea EVA, solo supera a la pyme en la rentabilidad de patrimonio, dada su mayor eficacia en control de todas las erogaciones; lo que muestra donde está la esencia de la competitividad financiera de la pequeña y mediana panadería.
The Sculptural Decoration of Ruined and Little Studied Church Buildings of the 12th to 14th Centuries in Armenia
Authors: Hakobyan Zaruhi , Mikayelyan Lilit , Asryan Arpine , Avetisyan Taguhi
Published: April 2024

The period between the 12th and 14th centuries which has been chosen for this study is distinguished for a noticeable activation of political and cultural life in Armenia, and the establishment of new cultural relations with the countries of the region. This period was also marked with active construction of monastic complexes, and a notable development of the sculptural decoration of church buildings. Some of the churches and monastic buildings of the 12th to 14th centuries are in a ruined state today, some of them facing the threat of complete destruction. Being located in remote and hard-to-reach places, the monuments under discussion have not been reconstructed and have remained unstudied. However, it should be noted that most of these buildings were constructed by representatives of the powerful princely families of the time, thanks to which, they stand out for their rich and original decoration. The book is divided in two parts. The first part consists of four thematic chapters, where the main issues relating to the sculptural decoration of the monuments are put forward and discussed, along with their artistic style, iconography, and stone processing technique. We have particularly focused on the principles of the decoration of drums, altar elevations, and church portals the design principles of which go back to the local artistic traditions and taste, at the same time also revealing close connections with the Eastern Christian cultural world and the main artistic processes of the region. One of the chapters presents the sculptural decoration of the drum of the Church of St. John the Baptist of Gandzasar Monastery (Artsakh). The catalog section includes 20 monuments with a detailed description of their sculptural decoration and basic information concerning their architectural features, epigraphy and history. The book is notably enriched with illustrations—about 600 photographs taken by the research group during three scientific expeditions. The study of the sculptural decoration of churches and monastic buildings of the 12th to14th centuries is still in progress. The rich material collected during the visits to the monuments has raised new questions and topics for discussion, and the publication of this volume is only the first stage of a comprehensive work on the Armenian sculpture of the High Middle Ages.
The architectural-ensemble problem in the construction of public buildings in Kazan in the late 1960s–1980s and the principles of their placement
Authors:   Kazan State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Zakirova Tatyana R.
Published: April 2024

The article discusses the development of city structure and principles public building placement in it. The location of Kazan on a hilly terraced terrain ensures visual perception of its central part, and most public buildings contribute to the architectural and spatial composition of the city. In accordance with the general plan of the city, the composition of Kazan’s central area tends to display a rational functional structure and desire to treat it as an integral organism by artistic means. However, the ill-conceived infill towers of Kazan University in the central part of the city, alien to its filigree character, disrupted the expressive silhouette of Kazan. At the same time, the places of greatest compositional value have not been treated properly: the edge of the city’s upper terrace, the connection of the Kremlin with the embankment of the Volga River, the panorama of the Kaban lake, etc. The study provides generalized recommendations for further construction of public buildings in the city.
Features of inner courtyard spaces in traditional Chinese dwellings and their application in modern regional architectural design
Authors:   North China Water Resources and Hydropower University (NCWU), Zhang Yimeng ,   Ural Federal University, Korotich Andrey V. ,   Ural Federal University
Published: April 2024

The article examines the formal characteristics and morphotypes of courtyard spaces in traditional Chinese dwellings, including compositional solutions for groups of courtyard spaces. Continuity of such spaces in modern regional architectural creativity is considered. Based on an analysis of several modern Chinese regional architectural projects, the ways of integrating the courtyard spaces of traditional Chinese buildings into a modern architectural context are discussed. Examples are provided, showing the reconstruction and metaphorical reinterpretation of both individual spaces and combined structures of group spaces of courtyards in the context of integration of modern architectural creativity with traditional national and regional architecture.
Teacher’s Resilience Role in Mitigating Incivility and Negative Behavioral Interaction of Students Due to Social Media Usage: A Novel Construct
Authors: Ali Syeda Muniba , Haider Safeer , Awais Sajida
Published: April 2024

Resilience is considered as "the ability of an individual or group to perform effectively despite exposure to stress or adversity." It is regarded as a measure of how well an individual or group can cope with stress and remain productive after experiencing negative exposure. This study has applied the concept of “Teacher Resilience” by adopting it as an independent variable. In addition, purpose of this study is to examine the novel relationship between “Teacher resilience”, “Student’s incivility” and “negative behavioral interaction of social media usage”. Similarly, this study also aims to examine the impact of Teacher resilience on Student’s incivility and negative behavioral interaction of social media usage. Convenience sampling was selected as a data collection sampling technique as population of the study was unknown and intended to gather the data from educational sector of Pakistan particularly high school institutions. In this context, by considering the convenience of researcher’s data were collected through this sampling technique and total 284 responses were recorded via floating the structured questionnaires. Items of the questionnaire were adapted from previous studies on predefined scales. Furthermore, SPSS was used for data analysis and to present the statistical results. Findings of the study concluded that There is a correlation among “Teacher resilience”, “Student’s incivility” and “Negative behavioral interaction of social media usage and predictor has a profound impact on dependent variables. Further studies may be suggested to examine the similar constructs in different work settings with different methodology, research design and sample size.
Tourism, Globalization and Environmental Degradation in Top visited countries
Authors: Noreen Saba , Nasim Dr. Ismat , Bashir Furrukh , Salahuddin Taseer
Published: April 2024

The environment is always taken a significant position in economic life but. since last century environmental quality has all the attention of the modern world and research. This study explores the effect of tourism, globalization, and environmental quality in the top 10 visited economies by using the Panel least square EGLS Cross-sectional random effect estimation technique is used to analyze the impact, of energy consumption, economic growth, and globalization are found impacting the quality of the environmental quality of top 10 visited economies France, Spain, USA, China, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, Thailand, Germany, and the UK by using panel data. The panel least square model is employed from 1995 to 2021 to estimate reliable estimations. Empirical findings document that energy consumption, economic growth, and globalization have a positive impact and reduce environmental quality, implying that they have a positive contribution to environmental degradation. Based on empirical results, this research can develop essential policy implications for the top 10 visited economies to achieve sustainable environmental quality to maintain the tourism industry in the era of globalization.
Teaching Approaches of Madaris Teachers in Pakistan: A Gender and Location Based Study
Authors: Ali Dr. Rafaquat , Tahir Rizwana
Published: April 2024

The teachers use teaching methods and techniques in their classrooms with clear goals and intentions to teach. These teaching approaches might be teacher-centred, intended to transfer information, or student-focused, intended to change students’ understanding. Apart from various contextual and personal factors, such as gender and institutional location, they can also explain the differences and variations in these teaching approaches. Literature on approaches to teaching in public schools is available. However, there is insufficient literature about Madaris teachers across the globe. In Pakistan, Madaris are parallel educational entities that cater to millions of students. Therefore, the current study identified the teaching approaches of Madaris teachers in relation to the gender and location of Madaris. Under a survey research design, data were collected from 790 Madaris teachers in Punjab. An ANOVA statistical test revealed that the interaction of gender and location could explain the difference in Madaris teachers’ preferred teaching approaches in Madaris in Punjab. Male teachers in rural and urban areas had a higher conceptual change student-focused approach and a higher information transfer teacher-focused approach. The Pakistani government and private sectors should design teaching training programs according to the particular curriculum in Madaris and assist Madaris with instructional teaching reforms.
Behind Bars: A Critical Investigation of Prison’s Conditions and Protection of the Prisoner’s Human Rights in Pakistan
Authors: Idrees Muhammad , Bilal Muhammad
Published: April 2024

Prisons means any jail or place for the confinement of prisoners who are exclusively in the custody of the police. The Pakistani prison system has gone through numerous changes. With the passage of time, deteriorating state of prisons and prisoners beckoned the attention of governments and human rights organization as it began to realize that life conditions in jails is closely related criminal behavior. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the prison conditions in Pakistan and the extent to which the human rights of prisoners are protected within the country's correctional facilities. This research work utilizes a qualitative research method, including document analysis, face-to-face interviews with prisoners to gather data and provide a holistic understanding of the situation. The findings of this research contribute to the existing literature on prison conditions and human rights in Pakistan and inform policymakers about the necessary measures to enhance the well-being and rights of prisoners. By examining the legal framework, prison conditions, and the prevalence of human rights violations, this research seeks to identify the challenges faced by prisoners and propose recommendations for improving the protection of their rights.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Penyuluhan Perawatan Gigi Dan Mulut Pada Anak Sekolah TK Kabar Baik di Desa Ajibaho Kabupaten Deli Serdang Tahun 2022
Authors: Rochmawati Arva , Anggraini Desi
Published: April 2024

Cavities are still a common complaint in both children and adults. This condition cannot be ignored as it can affect a person's quality of life by causing pain, discomfort, disability, acute and chronic infections, eating and sleeping disorders, as well as a high risk of hospitalization. As a result, medical costs can increase significantly. One of the main causes of oral health problems in children is the lack of knowledge about how to maintain oral health. To address this issue, a health counseling was conducted focusing on "Dental and Oral Care in School Children of Kabar Baik Kindergarten in Ajibaho Village, Biru-biru District, Deli Serdang Regency." This counseling involved 32 students from Kabar Baik Kindergarten. Through this activity, the students were introduced to the importance of oral care, as well as practical ways to maintain dental hygiene. The counseling included learning about proper brushing techniques, the importance of a healthy diet, and prevention of excessive sugar consumption. In addition, students were also given information on good habits to maintain dental health, such as avoiding nail biting or finger sucking. By involving children from an early age in education about oral care, it is hoped that their awareness of the importance of maintaining oral health will increase. This counseling aims to prevent cavities in the future and improve children's quality of life with healthy habits implemented early on.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Terhadap Pelaksanaan Tugas Kesehatan Keluarga Pada Suku Minangkabau di Desa Nogo Rejo Kec. Galang Tahun 2021
Authors: Fransysca Helena , Tampubolon Emelia Apriani
Published: April 2024

Every family has health duties that aim to prevent health problems and care for sick family members. Family health duties include five main aspects: preventing illness, maintaining health, managing existing illnesses, participating in health programs, and coping with emergency situations. The implementation of these health duties is often influenced by the family culture, including the values and customs of a particular ethnic group. This study focuses on the implementation of family health duties in the Minangkabau community, which is known for its matrilineal kinship system. The population of this study consisted of Minangkabau families in Nogo Rejo Village, Galang Sub-district. The main objective of this study was to identify how Minangkabau families carry out their health duties. The results showed that knowledge about the implementation of family health duties in the Minangkabau community is still limited. This indicates that further research is needed to uncover the cultural factors that influence the implementation of family health duties among the Minangkabau. By digging deeper into family health practices in this cultural context, it is hoped that more appropriate approaches can be found in supporting Minangkabau families in maintaining health and caring for sick family members. This research provides an important basis for further exploration of how Minangkabau cultural values and practices may influence family health. Through a deeper understanding of the relationship between culture and family health, more effective intervention efforts can be designed to improve the quality of life of Minangkabau people.
Bioremediation of Saline Soils with the Consortium of Halophilic Bacteria
Authors:   Department of agrarian technologies of the faculty of Agrarian Technologies and Biosystems Engineering of Georgian Technical University, Tbilisi, Georgia. Georgian Technical University, Guramishvili st.17, 0114, Tbilisi, Georgia, Beka Shavadze
Published: April 2024

88 strains of bacteria were isolated and purified from the naturally saline soils of Kumisi, Sagarejo and Alazani valley (Eastern Georgia). Based on the initial identification all strains belong to the genus Bacillus. Two strains – Bacillus spp. 8(3)1) and Bacillus spp. 7(5)4, resistant to chloride, sulfate and mixed (chloride-sulfate) salinity, as well as possessing high cellulase and amylase activities were selected as a result of successive screenings among the isolated bacteria. After the antagonism between potential members of the consortium has been excluded, the consortium of halophilic bacteria was created. Compost was made and applied to moderately saline soils using the halophilic consortium. The bioremediation of saline soils of Alazani was especially successful: the halophilic consortium has reduced the salt content in the soil by 41% during the 21 days of composting.
Smart Parking System using IOT with Blynk and RFID
Authors: Vignesh N  , Manoj M  , Suhaas P Reddy  , Koushik Reddy
Published: April 2024

This project presents a Smart Parking System tailored to address the unique parking challenges of organizations and restricted-access entities. It integrates Infrared (IR) sensors, Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) tags, and Cloud connectivity. IR sensors monitor parking space occupancy in real-time, while RFID tags serve as secure physical credentials for authorized personnel, enhancing access control. The system incorporates a Blynk app for authorized users to access real-time parking data, check availability, and helps users make informed decisions about parking. This app acts as a centralized hub for efficient parking management, improving the overall parking experience. Architecturally, the system utilizes a centralized control unit controlling interactions between IR sensors, RFID authentication, and the Blynk cloud server. This approach allows only authorized users to access the parking lot, resulting in a scalable and adaptable solution prioritizing exclusivity, efficiency, convenience, and security in parking management for specialized environments.
Steve Jobs: Pioneering AI in Software Engineering
Authors: Priyadharasini M  , Sriram S N  , Sudhar Aathith T  , Vigneshwaran N
Published: April 2024

"STEVE JOBS: Pioneering AI in Software Engineering" presents a revolutionary approach to software development, integrating large language models (LLMs) into traditional methodologies. This paradigm, inspired by the visionary leadership of Steve Jobs, leverages LLMs to streamline the software development lifecycle (SDLC), incorporating both the waterfall model and agile methodology. The implementation involves the orchestration of software agents, representing various roles in the development process, fostering collaborative dialogue through natural language communication. This innovative framework, inspired by the principles embodied by Steve Jobs, facilitates efficient decision-making and enhances productivity across all stages of software development. Moreover, empirical studies demonstrate the versatility and effectiveness of this approach, highlighting its potential to transform the software engineering landscape. By pioneering AI integration in software engineering, "STEVE JOBS" opens doors to new possibilities, heralding a future where technology and human ingenuity converge to drive unprecedented innovation.
Building an investment portfolio based on instrumental economic and mathematical methods
Authors: Иванюк В.А. , Храмцов М.В.
Published: April 2024

Статья посвящена построению инвестиционного портфеля на основе инструментальных методов, разработке программного обеспечения для построения инвестиционного портфеля на основе языка Python. Рассматриваются основные виды риска. Описывается математический аппарат построения инвестиционного портфеля на основе модели Г. Марковица.

This article is devoted to the construction of an investment portfolio based on instrumental methods. The goal of the work is to develop software for building an investment portfolio based on the Python language. The article discusses the main types of risk. The mathematical apparatus for constructing an investment portfolio based on the G. Markowitz model is described.
Features of human capital development: the essence and methods of assessment
Authors: Махмудов Б.А. , Фаталиев Н.С. , Пожималин В.Н.
Published: April 2024

Основной целью статьи является исследование проблем развития человеческого капитала, анализ особенностей и условий функционирования основных его составляющих с определением будущих перспектив. Методология исследования основана на обосновании необходимости развития человеческого капитала, анализе его формирования. Для решения поставленных задач были использованы методы анализа, синтеза, обобщения, индукция, аналогии и системного подхода. Рассмотрены социально-экономическая сущность и составляющие человеческого капитала. Определена роль человеческого капитала в обеспечении развития экономики. Сформированы основные показатели, характеризующие человеческий капитал регионов России.

The main purpose of the article is to study the problems of human capital development, analyze the features and conditions of functioning of the main components of human capital with the definition of future prospects. The research methodology is based on the justification of the need for the development of human capital, the analysis of its formation. To solve the tasks, methods of analysis, synthesis, generalization, induction, analogy and a systematic approach were used. The socio-economic essence and components of human capital are considered. The role of human capital in ensuring the development of the economy is determined. The main indicators characterizing the human capital of the regions of Russia have been formed.
Development of the ecosystem of ALIBABA GROUP Corporation in the context of digitalization
Authors: Разумовская Е.А. , Тан Ч.
Published: April 2024

Статья посвящена ситуации в национальной экономике Китайской Народной Республики, в частности новым и стремительно набирающим обороты трендам в формировании корпоративных экосистем. Авторы рассматривают эту тенденцию одновременно и как неизбежную, и как несущую определенные риски. Предпринята попытка анализа развития индустрии интернет-коммерции на основе бизнес и финансовых экосистем. Объектом анализа выступает компания Alibaba Group, предметом – модели бизнес-платформ, реализуемые в интернет-коммерческой деятельности. Результатом усилий авторов стало представление бизнес-карты, сценария процесса работы облачной платформы Alibaba и «карты экосистемы» Alibaba и механизма финансовой экосистемы компании интернет-коммерции. Представленные результаты призваны способствовать стабильному и устойчивому функционированию отрасли интернет-коммерции в двух аспектах: содействие развитию инноваций в цифровой инфраструктуре на основе бизнес-модели, сочетающей онлайн и офлайн в области розничной торговли, и совершенствование облачной платформы финансовой экосистемы.

The article is devoted to the situation in the national economy of the People’s Republic of China, in particular, new and rapidly gaining momentum trends in the formation of corporate ecosystems. The authors consider this trend both as inevitable and as bearing absolutely certain risks. An attempt has been made to analyze the development of the Internet commerce industry based on business and financial ecosystems. The object of the analysis is Alibaba Group, the subject is business platform models implemented in online commercial activities. The result of the authors’ efforts was the presentation of a business map, a scenario for the operation of the Alibaba cloud platform and the Alibaba ecosystem map and the mechanism of the financial ecosystem of the Alibaba e-commerce company. The presented results are intended to contribute to the stable and sustainable functioning of the Internet commerce industry in two aspects: promoting innovation in digital infrastructure based on a business model combining “online + offline” in the field of retail and improving the cloud platform of the financial ecosystem.
Organizational and economic mechanism of joint public procurement in emergency situations
Authors: Гордеев С.Г.
Published: April 2024

В статье рассмотрены направления развития взаимодействия государственных заказчиков для повышения скорости и эффективности закупок в условиях чрезвычайных ситуаций. Проанализирован опыт закупок в условиях пандемии, рассмотрено современное нормативно-правовое регулирование совместных и централизованных закупок, описаны ограничения на предмет таких закупок. В условиях чрезвычайных ситуаций рекомендовано введение особых закупочных процедур, включая смягчение ограничений на однородность предмета закупки, и применение смешанных совместных закупок рядом заказчиков у ряда поставщиков на основе решения оптимизационной задачи о многомерном рюкзаке MDKP.

The article discusses the directions for the development of interaction between government customers to increase the speed and efficiency of procurement in emergency situations. The experience of procurement in the context of the covid pandemic is analyzed, the modern legal regulation of joint and centralized procurement is considered, and the restrictions on the subject of such procurement are described. In emergency situations, it is recommended to introduce special procurement procedures, including easing restrictions on the homogeneity of the subject of purchase, and the use of mixed joint procurement by a number of customers from a number of suppliers based on solving the optimization problem of a multidimensional backpack MDKP.
Analysis of regional development as a function of programmatic strategic management
Authors: Соколов А.П. , Литвин Г.В.
Published: April 2024

В статье дается оценка развития регионов как функция программного стратегического управления. Согласно современным подходам инновации играют важнейшую роль в развитии экономики и социальной сферы, способствуя повышению уровня жизни и продуктивности. Государство активно поддерживает инновационную деятельность, создавая благоприятные условия для инвестирования в регионы и стимулируя развитие инновационных компаний. Инновации способствуют не только технологическому прогрессу, но и улучшению социальной инфраструктуры, что в свою очередь приводит к увеличению качества жизни населения. Развитие инновационной сферы в различных регионах России играет важную роль в совершенствовании экономики страны, повышении конкурентоспособности регионов и привлечении инвестиций. Эффективное управление социально-экономической деятельностью требует постоянного внимания к инновациям и их внедрению как ключевому фактору стимулирования развития на всех уровнях экономики.

The article provides an assessment of regional development as a function of programmatic strategic management. According to modern approaches, innovations play a crucial role in the development of the economy and the social sphere, contributing to an increase in living standards and productivity. The state actively supports innovative activities, creating favorable conditions for investment in the regions and stimulating the development of innovative companies. Innovations contribute not only to technological progress, but also to the improvement of social infrastructure, which in turn leads to an increase in the quality of life of the population. The development of the innovation sector in various regions of Russia plays an important role in improving the country’s economy, increasing the competitiveness of regions and attracting investments. Effective management of socio-economic activities requires constant attention to innovations and their implementation as a key factor in stimulating development at all levels of the economy.
THE CORRELATION BETWEEN LINGUISTIC INTELLIGENT AND STUDENTS ABILITY IN WRITING DESCRIPTIVE TEXT
Authors: Lestari Indah , Widagsa Rudha
Published: April 2024

The role of linguistic intelligent in learning a foreign language particularly in writing skill has received increased attention across a number of disciplines in recent years. This study aims to investigate the correlation between linguistic intelligence and students' ability to write descriptive texts. This quantitative research was conducted at  a vocational high school in Central Java, Indonesia in January 2022. The data was collected through a questionnaire instrument and a descriptive text writing test of 80 samples from 394 populations. The data analysis technique employed product moment and descriptive analysis using SPSS. The result of the study shows the significance value obtained from the product moment correlation = 0.528 and the significance value 0.000 < probability 0.05, which means the hypothesis (H0) was rejected and the hypothesis in this study (Ha) was accepted. Based on the statistical analysis, this study concluded that there was a correlation between students’ linguistic intelligence and the ability of writing descriptive text.
THE INFLUENCE OF PICTURES AS A MEDIA TO IMPROVE WRITING DESCRIPTION TEXT FOR STUDENTS
Authors: Marginingsih Marginingsih , Murti Wardhani Evi , Mayangseto Ginarsiwi
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine the influence of picture as a medium to improve the skills of writing Descriptive at English Study Program, Faculty of Law and Business Duta Bangsa University Surakarta academic year 2021/2022. Research design is action research. Data collection in this study was carried out by means of conducting observations, individual written tests at the end of learning,. Analytical techniques data using descriptive analysis quantitative. Based on the analysis the results evaluation before and after using picture from cycle I to cycle II can be concluded that the learning of Descriptive Writing by using picture can improve student learning outcomes
ANALYSIS OF FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE FOUND IN SONG LYRICS OF THE ALBUM OF GG BB XX BY LANY
Authors: Salsabila Danisa , Setyowati Ratini
Published: April 2024

Sometimes people will face problems understanding the song’s meaning. One of the reasons is caused by the use of Figurative Language. Therefore, this study analyzes about figurative language found in LANY's song lyrics in the "gg bb xx" album. The objectives of this study are to analyze the types and meaning of figurative language, and to explain the function of figurative language, also to find out the most dominant of figurative language. The objective of this research is to analysis of figurative language in the song lyrics of LANY’s Album “gg bb xx”. In recent decades, linguistic scholars have focused their attention on the study of figurative language in song lyrics, however the song lyrics in LANY’s songs haven’t been explored using the figurative language theory. The problem of this research are to analyze the types and the most dominant figurative language found in song lyrics of the album “gg bb xx” by LANY. The research used a descriptive qualitative method. The research data consisted of 12 song lyrics from LANY the album “gg bb xx”. This research used Perrine (2018) theories to analysis types of figurative language in “gg bb xx” album. The results revealed that 36 types of figurative language were detected in the song lyrics, namely: 5 personification, 3 simile, 6 hyperbole, 7 metaphor, 2 irony, 2 understatement, 3 paradox, 1 apostrophe, 1 metonymy, 1 allegory, and 5 symbol. The data clearly show that metaphor was the most dominant type of figurative language in this result.
ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH REGISTER USED ON MAKEUP TUTORIAL CONTENTS IN INDIRA KALISTHA YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Authors: Rahma Syastuti Almira , Khadifa Abdul Rozzaq Wijaya Rahmaditya
Published: April 2024

Register is a variety of language that used to communicate in certain group. In Sociolinguistics, register is a term in the specific lexical and grammatical selection used by speakres depending on the context and situation. This research focused on the types and the function of register used on makeup tutorial contents in Indira Kalistha YouTube Channel. This research used descriptive qualitative research design, which describe the register phenomena used in makeup tutorial contents. The data were analyzing by identifying word and phrase. Based on findings and siscussion data, the total data found in this study were 35 data examined and categorized into 24 words and 11 phrases.
TEXTUL BIBLIC CA SUGESTIE OMILETICĂ LA EFREM SIRUL
Authors: GHERMAN ALIN-MIHAI
Published: April 2024

Samuil Micu Klein was a prolific translator of the Holy Fatherʾs writings.
His actions were motivated by several factors, including literary, scientific, and
theological. Samuil Micu Klein wished to make the essential sources of patristic
literature available to his contemporaries by preparing a coherent Philokalia. In this
paper, we present Samuil Micu Klein's work as a translator and reproduce our
interpretative transcription of a fragment from his translation of Saint Ephrem the
Syrianʾs Homily: Cuvânt de preafrumosul Iosif.
The Role of Religion-based Civil Society Organizations as Peacebuilding Stakeholders in Mindanao
Authors: Garcia Mary Apple Joy M. , Venecia Kristine Anne B. De , Aliposa Cathreen Zhen P.
Published: April 2024

In the case of Mindanao, religion has been a cause for conflict and a path for reconciliation. Currently, it seems to be moving in a direction that promotes peace in the region, hence the growing presence of religious peacebuilders. This study then aimed to identify the contribution of religion-based civil society organizations (CSOs) in Mindanao. In the process, it also shed light on the current nature of religious peacebuilding in the region. The researchers used digital ethnography, and textual and discourse analysis in order to uncover and evaluate the peacebuilding efforts done by religious stakeholders. This study confirmed that religion-based CSOs aided in the mitigation of conflict in Mindanao and did not fuel further conflict, despite the common misconception that they did. They were also found to have evolved to include people of other faiths and other disciplines, which becomes more inclusive, sustainable, and holistic in the long run. Religion-based CSOs face challenges including the mistrust of Christians towards Muslims, injustices towards minorities, stereotypes found against different faith groups, unresolved historical conflicts, issues on land ownership, violent extremism, and political and economic underdevelopment in the region.