bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Objecten als tekens in reclame
Authors: de Roubaix Marie-Jeanne
Published: August 2024

Objecten communiceren, voornamelijk via connotatie, dat staat vast. Produkten kunnen best worden geadverteerd zonder ook maar de geringste referentie naar hun gebruikswaarde als middel om bepaalde basisnoden te lenigen. Uit de tekst blijkt dat adverteerders hiervan gebruik maken. Dat gebruik is minstens tweeërlei : enerzijds worden objecten die - voor een bepaalde doelgroep, beschikkend over een eigen code en referent systems - een bepaalde connotatie hebben, in advertenties gebruikt. Door de juxtapositie met het geadverteerde produkt kunnen hun connotaties immers worden overgedragen op het geadverteerde produkt. Anderzijds kunnen produkten - die o.a. op die manier een bepaalde tekenwaarde hebben verworven - alleen worden afgebeeld, en toch alle gewenste connotaties bij de ontvanger blijven oproepen. Het lijkt ons niet overdreven aan te nemen dat adverteerders er maar wat blij om zijn als ze er in slagen hun produkten, ook buiten de advertentie-context, een tekenwaarde te verlenen.
Attentiegedrag naar televisieprogramma's: een complex geheel van factoren
Authors: Verbeke Willem
Published: August 2024

Kinderen kijken naar de televisie omdat ze op de inhoud van een programma anticiperen. Dit is ook de fundamentele stelling van de actieve theorie. Dit onderzoek nuanceert deze stelling echter, de totale tijd die een kind spendeert aan het kijken naar een programma, weerspiegelt niet hoe goed het dat programma begrijpt. Het is echter wel een reflectie van een attentie managing stijl. Dit laatste begrip zou verder onderzocht moeten worden in de communicatiewetenschap.
Dubbing als een uitdrukking van nationalisme
Authors: Danan Martine
Published: August 2024

Ondertiteling en nasynchronisatie zijn twee vormen van filmbewerking die lijnrecht tegenover mekaar staan, omdat ze het produkt zijn van twee tegengestelde cultuurtypes. Ondertiteling beantwoordt aan een zwakker systeem dat openstaat voor buitenlandse invloeden. Nasynchronisatie is kenmerkend voor een nationalistisch stelsel waarin tegelijkertijd een nationalistische filmretoriek en taalpolitiek wordt bevorderd. Het onderdrukken of aanvaarden van de eigenheid van buitenlandse films is een maatstaf om te begrijpen hoe een land zichzelf ziet in haar relatie met andere landen en hoe belangrijk het haar eigen cultuur en taal acht. Verdere studies moeten uitmaken of “dubbing” als nationalistisch patroon ook van toepassing is op andere internationale filmmarkten. Is nasynchronisatie bijvoorbeeld algemene regel in Indië ? Hoewel Indië een belangrijk filmproducent is van meertalige films, is het Hindi dominerend in de filmproduktie. Bovendien voert Indië films uit naar derdewereldlanden waar het publiek ongeletterd is. En hoe is de situatie in de Sovjetunie, eveneens een veeltalig land, maar met een sterk gecentraliseerde nationalistische structuur ? Hoe verhield het Argentinië van Peron, met zijn aanzienlijke Italiaanse immigrantenpopulatie, zich tot de fascistische Europese landen betreffende filmproduktie en “dubbing”? Een andere problematiek waaraan in verdere studies aandacht moet besteed worden, betreft televisie. Het vergelijken van het nationale televisiebeleid van de jaren vijftig en zestig met de toen gevoerde filmtaalpolitiek kan interessante parallellen opleveren, vermits de meeste tv-netwerken onder rechtstreekse overheidscontrole stonden. Men kan zich eveneens afvragen hoe de veranderende communicatiestructuur in Europa, gekenmerkt door steeds groeiende kabel- en satellietprogrammatie, zijn invloed zal hebben op de nationale netwerken. Op hetzelfde moment dat de Europese eenheid groeit, laten kleinere minderheidsgroepen zich meer gelden en eisen hun rechten op een regionale cultuur op. Men kan zich de vraag stellen hoelang de op Europees nationalisme gebaseerde patronen zullen blijven bestaan en welke nieuwe patronen aan de oppervlakte zullen komen ? Zal in dat geval “dubbing” tot het verleden behoren?
Smartphone-Based Smoking Cessation Intervention (OKquit) for Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline Users: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Businelle Michael , Becerra Jessica , Witten Carl , Chen Sixia , Kezbers Krista , Beebe Laura A , Kendzor Darla E
Published: August 2024

Background

Tobacco quitlines provide effective resources (eg, nicotine replacement therapy, smoking cessation counseling, and text and web-based support) for those who want to quit smoking in the United States. However, quitlines reach approximately only 1%-3% of people who smoke each year. Novel, smartphone-based, and low-burden interventions that offer 24/7 access to smoking cessation resources that are tailored to current readiness to quit may increase appeal, reach, and effectiveness of smoking cessation interventions.

Objective

This study will examine the efficacy of OKquit, a low-burden smartphone-based app for smoking cessation.

Methods

Approximately 500 people who smoke cigarettes and access the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline (OTH) will be randomized to receive standard OTH care (SC) or SC plus the novel OKquit smartphone app for smoking cessation (OKquit). All participants will use a smartphone app to complete study surveys (ie, baseline, 27 weekly surveys, brief daily check-ins, and 27-week follow-up). Upon completion of daily check-ins and weekly surveys, participants will receive either trivia type messages (SC) or messages that are tailored to current readiness to quit smoking and currently experienced lapse triggers (OKquit). In addition, those assigned to receive the OKquit app will have access to on-demand smoking cessation content (eg, quit tips, smoking cessation medication tips). It is hypothesized that participants assigned to OKquit will be more likely to achieve biochemically verified 7-day point prevalence abstinence than those assigned to SC at 27 weeks post enrollment. In addition, participants who use more OTH resources (eg, more cessation coaching sessions completed) or more OKquit resources (eg, access more quit tips) will have greater biochemically verified smoking cessation rates.

Results

Data collection began in September 2022 and final follow-ups are expected to be completed by May 2025.

Conclusions

Data from this randomized controlled trial will determine whether the OKquit smartphone app combined with OTH care will increase smoking cessation rates over standard OTH care alone. If successful, OKquit could provide tailored intervention content at a fraction of the cost of traditional interventions. Furthermore, this type of low-burden intervention may offer a way to reach underserved populations of adults who smoke and want to quit.

Trial Registration

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05539209; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05539209

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

DERR1-10.2196/56827
Reflections on the Comprehensive Improvement of Juvenile Delinquency Criminal Policy
Authors: Li Hanyu
Published: August 2024

The issue of juvenile delinquency is increasingly attracting attention due to its complex and varied legal, social, and psychological dimensions. While current criminal policies address juvenile delinquency to some extent, challenges remain in the form of an incomplete legal framework, inconsistent policy implementation, and inadequate social support. This paper aims to conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing juvenile delinquency criminal policies, examine their shortcomings in practical application, and draw on international experiences to propose improvements. By systematically analyzing the current state of juvenile delinquency, the effectiveness of existing policies, and international practices, the paper outlines pathways to enhance criminal policies for juveniles to achieve more effective prevention and intervention, promoting healthy development for juveniles and social harmony and stability.
Application of Chinese Thinking in English Novel Translation—A Case Study of Wu Ningkun’s Translation of The Great Gatsby
Authors: Shao Xuerui , Liu Hui
Published: August 2024

In the context of globalization, translation is needed as a medium to promote exchanges among various countries. But the different culture, geographical environment and other factors determine the different thinking modes and often cause misunderstandings in the novel translation.Therefore, for the purpose of enabling people to take corresponding measures to reduce or avoid the obscurity of translation when translating English novels and at the same time, accurately expressing what the original author wants to express, making the translation more authentic. The author explores the application of Chinese thinking in the translation of English novels by analyzing the translation of The Great Gatsby based on the differences between Chinese and English thinking.
Analysis of the Impact of Artificial Intelligence Technology Enablement on Corporate Financial Management
Authors: Wu Chunmeng
Published: August 2024

As the core driving force of the new round of technological revolution and guaranteeing the resilience of the industrial chain supply chain, many industries have undergone radical changes under the impetus of artificial intelligence technology, including the accounting industry. This paper finds that the promotion of AI technology has a positive impact on the financial management of enterprises and constantly promotes the sound operation of the company through the case study of K company. Therefore, the core competitiveness of the company should be guided by AI technological innovation, and the cultivation mode of related talents should be improved in order to achieve the high-quality development of the national economy with scientific and technological innovation as the guide.
Analysis of Female Character Portrayal in Tanbi Novel from the Perspective of Feminism—Taking A Certain Someone by Musuli as a Case Study
Authors: Zhou Zhou
Published: August 2024

This paper analyzes the portrayal of female characters in the Tanbi novel A Certain Someone by Musuli from the perspective of feminism. While the novel caters to a predominantly female readership and reflects women’s desires, contributing to the advancement of feminism, the study finds that the female characters often lack depth, agency, and independence, serving primarily to advance the plot or highlight the appeal of male characters. This limitation suggests that Tanbi novels have not yet fully broken through traditional gender models, making it difficult for the genre to effectively promote feminism.
A systematic literature review on machine learning applications for agile project management
Authors: Pérez Castillo Yadira Jazmín , Orantes Jiménez Sandra Dinora , Letelier Torres Patricio Orlando
Published: August 2024

Since the rise of agile methods, it has become important to maintain their management and monitoring to succeed in the transformation process from a traditional approach to an agile one. In addition to this, several authors have used Machine Learning models to support prediction or estimation processes in the Project Management framework. However, there are current challenges and areas of opportunity in relation to Agile Project Management in combination with Machine Learning. Therefore, in this paper, we have conducted a systematic review of the literature to know the current state of Machine Learning applied to Agile Project Management, in order to know which techniques are currently the most used and thus detect new areas of opportunity.
Revisión de casos de identificación y estabilización química de suelos dispersivos
Authors: García Ezquivel Cesar Augusto , Rojas González Eduardo
Published: August 2024

En la naturaleza existen suelos que son problemáticos para las obras civiles debido a las deformaciones volumétricas que sufren con la variación del contenido de humedad, entre ellos se encuentran los suelos dispersivos. Este tipo de suelos, presentan un alto contenido en sodio por lo cual entra fácilmente en suspensión en presencia con el agua. Esto genera erosión rápida e inesperada, incluso si el flujo es lento, ocasionando inestabilidad en la estructura del suelo, viéndose reflejado en asentamientos diferenciales que causan daños a las obras civiles que utilizan este material como desplante sin un tratamiento previo. La identificación temprana de los suelos dispersivos permite poder tomar mejores decisiones durante el diseño y procesos constructivos para evitar los problemas que ocasionan. Se realizó una revisión de métodos para la identificación de este tipo de material, entre las cuales están pruebas físicas como; la Prueba de Crumb, Doble Hidrómetro, Prueba Pinhole y pruebas químicas como; Porcentaje de Sodio Intercambiable, Relación de Absorción de Sodio y el Método Químico de Sherard. Sin embargo, por el tipo de equipo y tiempos necesarios en estas pruebas continúa siendo imposible realizarlas en campo, por lo que la prueba de Crumb es más práctica en esta situación. También se mencionan algunos aditivos para la estabilización química de suelos dispersivos, utilizados con la finalidad de reducir o eliminar esta propiedad perjudicial. Los aditivos utilizados son: sulfato de aluminio, material puzolánico, cenizas volcánicas tipo C y cal. La dispersividad del suelo aplicando 5% de material puzolánico se reduce 25.79%, con 7 y 9 % de cal se reduce 26.60 y 36 % respectivamente, mientras que con un 10 % de ceniza volcánica tipo C y 3% de sulfato de aluminio se reduce 100%. Es necesario realizar una evaluación económica de la estabilización química con los aditivos mencionados para obtener una relación costo-beneficio que nos permita valorar cual aditivo es más recomendable.
Efecto del glutaraldehído en las propiedades viscoelásticas de hidrogeles de carboximetilcelulosa
Authors: Juárez  Hernández Jocelyn Arlet , Subervier Ortiz Laura , Villanueva Ibáñez Maricela , Farfan Cabrera Leonardo Israel , Pascual  Francisco Juan Benito , Jaramillo Loranca Blanca Estela
Published: August 2024

En este trabajo se estudia el comportamiento de fluencia lenta (creep) en hidrogeles de carboximetilcelulosa con diferentes niveles de concentración de glutaraldehído (3%, 4% y 5%) como entrecruzante. Se realizaron pruebas de fluencia lenta a temperatura ambiente con un esfuerzo constante de tensión de 0.025 MPa, con duración de 20 minutos. La medición de las deformaciones unitarias a lo largo del tiempo se llevó a cabo con un equipo de correlación digital de imágenes, el cual permite la medición de deformaciones de campo completo. Las curvas características de creep obtenidas se ajustaron al modelo reológico de Burgers para determinar los parámetros viscoelásticos de los hidrogeles estudiados. Comparando los parámetros viscoelásticos de los hidrogeles, se observó que el porcentaje de concentración de glutaraldehído afecta las propiedades elásticas y viscosas de este tipo de materiales. En general, se observó una disminución de los parámetros elásticos y viscosos con el aumento de la concentración de glutaraldehído.
Mecanismos de poder y respaldo popular a regímenes autoritarios de derecha: explicaciones e interpretaciones. Un Estado de la cuestión
Authors: Forero Hidalgo Jymy Alexander
Published: August 2024

La explicación del uso de mecanismos desde arriba para concitar el apoyo popular a regímenes autoritarios es un debate que se inscribe en los estudios sobre las teorías de la dominación, las formas de ejercer el poder y las estrategias de control social. En las últimas décadas presenciamos en América Latina y otras partes del mundo el auge de nuevas derechas con una base social significativa, no obstante, las preocupaciones recientes para su comprensión no son nuevas, son inquietudes formuladas por otros investigadores desde inicios del siglo xx. El presente artículo examina distintos estudios y explicaciones sobre la relación entre regímenes autoritarios de derecha y su respaldo popular, para lo cual abarca un gran espectro de perspectivas teóricas, desde concepciones liberales clásicas del poder y del Estado, pasando por tradiciones conservadoras, enfoques marxistas y aquellos herederos de la Escuela de Frankfurt y del estructuralismo provenientes del pensamiento crítico. Se identifican tres momentos del desarrollo historiográfico establecidos según los paradigmas dominantes en ciencias sociales, el ambiente cultural del momento y el contexto histórico-político global y/o local. Esta investigación concluye que interpretaciones univocas o binarias resultan insuficientes y parciales, cuando no mecánicas para explicar el fenómeno, y en contraste, aproximaciones multidimensionales ofrecen explicaciones más plausibles.
Escribir el dolor y deletrearlo con el cuerpo: El animal sobre la piedra e Isla partida de Daniela Tarazona
Authors: De la Colina García Alexandra
Published: August 2024

En el presente artículo, propongo un análisis respecto a las variaciones del dolor en El animal sobre la piedra e Isla partida de Daniela Tarazona y sobre cómo, a través de la metamorfosis y el desdoblamiento, es posible delinear el cuerpo doliente y encausarlo hacia una transformación lingüística e identitaria. Para ello, partiré de la teoría de los afectos de Sara Ahmed, así como del estudio de los elementos que permiten la representación del dolor en la narrativa. Asimismo, el análisis se enlaza con el acto de escribir desde el cuerpo a partir de Hélène Cixous y su escritura femenina. Desde esta perspectiva, es posible hablar del cuerpo herido y trazar una causalidad entre el dolor y la fragmentariedad del lenguaje. El compendio de estos mecanismos, me permite introducir el concepto de escritura afásica inscrita en el cuerpo, ya que la experiencia dolorosa trastoca la fluidez del lenguaje.
Rural Tourism and Infrastructure Development in Uttrakhad, India- An Innovation for Promotion of Tourism
Authors: Mallick Mr. Ranjan Kumar
Published: August 2024

Abstract: This paper reflects about Rural Tourism Planning and infrastructure development in remote areas of Uttrakhnad. The intended objectives of rural tourism is to control rural migration, create new livelihood option for the villagers, and Conservation & Restoration of the Temple precincts when integrated with other facilities like the approach road and sanitation and services as part of the concerned subproject proposal, is to develop this area as an attractive destination for cultural and rural tourism. Under this Project, thrust would be to promote village tourism as the primary tourism product to spread tourism and its socioeconomic benefits to rural and new geographic regions. Key geographic regions have been identified for development and promotion of Rural Tourism. The implementation has been done through a Convergence Committee headed by the District Magistrate. The activities like improving the natural environment, hygiene, socio-economic status, infrastructure etc. would be great help for foreign and domestic tourist
Machine Learning Predictions of COPD Development and Physiological Responses in Smoke-Inhaled Lab Rats Using CNN Architectures
Authors: Tripathi Vinay Kumar , Tripathi Shubham
Published: August 2024

Abstract: Globally, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a major public health concern that necessitates the use of efficient predictive technologies for early detection and treatment. Using convolutional neural network (CNN) architectures—a recent development in machine learning—this study investigates the physiological responses and COPD development prediction in lab rats exposed to smoking. Three well-known CNN algorithms— ResNet, GoogleNet, and VGG19—were used to examine data gathered from studies in which lab rats were exposed to smoke over time. Throughout the trial, physiological parameters and the evolution of COPD were observed. Our findings show how effective these CNN architectures are at predicting the onset of COPD and recognising the physiological reactions linked to smoking. The application of the VGG19, ResNet, and GoogleNet algorithms advances our understanding of COPD prediction in experimental environments and opens up new avenues for future study focused on improving therapeutic interventions and early detection techniques.
Diversion Taken for the Case of Violence Committed by Children
Authors: Haris Haris , Santi Nyadina Eka
Published: August 2024

This research seeks to investigate, study, and analyse the diversion taken in the case of violence committed by children in the Sub-Regional Police Department in Malang City. This is socio-empirical research entailing direct observation in the Sub-Regional Police Department in Malang City, aiming to delve into the problems discussed. The research materials consist of primary and secondary data obtained directly and indirectly. The analysis results reveal that the process of diversion in the case of violence committed by children should take into account deliberation involving both victims and perpetrators along with their parents/guardians, social welfare personnel, and the members of the public. Some measures of diversion work as expected when redress could be obtained, while others fail when family members of the victims insist on bringing the case to court. The diversion process should also take into account mentorship for the victims and their rights, where direct protection is provided. A legal advisor or a psychologist can facilitate this mentorship. Diversion is intended to teach children to be responsible for what they have committed to ensure that the objectives of diversion enshrined in the Law concerning the Judicial System of Juvenile Crime are attained.
Abstrak
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui, mengkaji, dan menganalisis diversi yang dilakukan dalam kasus kekerasan yang dilakukan oleh anak di wilayah hukum Polres Kota Malang. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian sosio-empiris dengan melakukan observasi langsung di Kepolisian Sektor Kota Malang, yang bertujuan untuk mendalami permasalahan yang dibahas. Bahan penelitian terdiri dari data primer dan sekunder yang diperoleh secara langsung dan tidak langsung. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa proses diversi dalam kasus kekerasan yang dilakukan oleh anak harus memperhatikan musyawarah yang melibatkan korban dan pelaku beserta orang tua/wali, tenaga kesejahteraan sosial, dan masyarakat. Beberapa langkah diversi berhasil seperti yang diharapkan ketika ganti rugi dapat diperoleh, sementara yang lain gagal ketika anggota keluarga korban bersikeras untuk membawa kasus tersebut ke pengadilan. Proses diversi juga harus mempertimbangkan pendampingan bagi para korban dan hak-hak mereka, di mana perlindungan langsung diberikan. Seorang penasihat hukum atau psikolog dapat memfasilitasi pendampingan ini. Diversi dimaksudkan untuk mengajarkan anak untuk bertanggung jawab atas apa yang telah mereka lakukan untuk memastikan bahwa tujuan diversi yang tercantum dalam Undang-Undang Sistem Peradilan Pidana Anak tercapai.
Lugares, desigualdades e (i)mobilidades: reflexões em diálogo com o audiovisual “periférico” paulista
Authors: Aderaldo Guilhermo , Peralta Diego Edmilson
Published: August 2024

Tomando como plano de referência experiências compartilhadas de pesquisa a respeito da cena audiovisual protagonizada por coletivos, produtoras independentes e jovens realizadores autônomos autodesignados “periféricos” em São Paulo, a proposta do artigo é refletir a respeito das convenções socioespaciais que vêm sendo produzidas e compartilhadas por uma leva recente de obras realizadas por tais interlocutores, com a finalidade de evidenciar como a interpelação crítica que essas obras têm feito às interpretações “sedentárias” e dualistas da fronteira centro/periferia desdobram-se em formas renovadas de interpretar e representar a paisagem desigual da metrópole paulista. A partir da pesquisa etnográfica e da análise fílmica, o artigo reflete sobre o contexto de produção de duas obras audiovisuais recentes, a saber, o filme documentário Até onde a gente vai?, produzido pelo Coletivo da Quebrada, em 2020, e Oxente, Bixiga!, realizado pela produtora independente Caramuja: pesquisa, memória, audiovisual, lançado em 2021. Na observação participante dessas produções, concluiu-se que, mais do que filmes interessados em abastecer os circuitos audiovisuais hegemônicos ou alternativos, tais obras são, no fundo, resultado de uma investigação intelectual profunda acerca das dinâmicas socioespaciais contemporâneas, por parte de seus e suas realizadores/as, todos/as pertencentes a setores populares. A partir do roteiro, a construção das personagens e a montagem de seus relatos, essas duas obras selecionadas tensionam discursos hegemônicos sobre os territórios urbanos, produzem alteridade e propõem interpretações sensíveis sobre a cidade, se tornando verdadeiros experimentos epistemológicos voltados à descolonização do imaginário urbano.
Analysis of the Influence of Profitability, Leverage and ESG Disclosure on the Value of Sharia Stock Companies Registered on the ESGL Index
Authors: Hadi Ibrahim , Kaban Reny Fitriana
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze the significance of the influence of profitability, leverage, and ESG Disclosure on company value. Return On Assets is an indicator of profitability, Debt to Equity Ratio is an indicator of leverage, ESG Score by Sustainilytics is an indicator of ESG Disclosure and Price to Book Value is an indicator of company value. The method used in the research is descriptive and quantitative. This research sample used a purposive sampling technique with 17 Sharia stock companies listed on the ESG index. The data analysis used in this research is panel data regression. The statistical test results show that profitability has a significant influence on company value. The leverage variable shows a significant effect on company value. Meanwhile, the ESG Disclosure variable has no influence on company value. This is related to company value. Companies listed on the ESGL index are expected to be consistent in improving their performance in order to increase profitability and leverage and remain consistent in implementing the concept of governance and social sustainability towards company value. The higher the profitability and leverage, the higher the company value. The higher the ESG score the company has, the better the company implements the concept of sustainability.
Historical Analysis of Cosmetics Testing Development and Alternatives
Authors: K J Divya
Published: August 2024

The cosmetics industry is diverse, encompassing products aimed at cleansing, beautifying, and altering appearance. Within this realm, the concept of cruelty free cosmetics has gained prominence, denoting products that eschew animal testing throughout development and production. While certifications like the Leaping Bunny Program offer assurance, discrepancies in interpretation and enforcement persist, leading consumers to scrutinize labels for authenticity. Moreover, distinctions exist between cruelty free, vegan, vegetarian, and organic cosmetics, each reflecting varying degrees of animal derived ingredients and production standards. Despite the functional necessity of animal testing for assessing safety and efficacy, ethical concerns have fueled debates on its justification. While some argue for its scientific validity and regulatory utility, others criticize its ethical implications and advocate for alternative testing methods, citing issues of reproducibility and relevance. The emergence of the 3Rs principle :Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement;proposed by Russell and Burch in 1959, underscores efforts to minimize animal usage while advancing scientific progress. Historically, public outcry and activism have shaped regulations and practices surrounding animal experimentation, prompting initiatives like the Committee for the Purpose of Control and Supervision of Experiments on Animals (CPCSEA) to enforce ethical standards. Despite acknowledgment of the necessity of animal research for human welfare, calls for innovation and collaboration underscore the pursuit of alternative methods and the enhancement of animal welfare standards in laboratories. Advancements in biotechnology have spurred the development of in vitro models, offering promising alternatives to animal testing. These methods, ranging from organ and tissue cultures to computer simulations, present cost effective and scientifically robust options for toxicity testing and research. Acknowledgment of the biological complexities inherent in in vitro models underscores the importance of careful preparation and maintenance for reliable research outcomes. In summary, the cosmetics industry stands at a crossroads, balancing scientific innovation with ethical considerations regarding animal testing. As stakeholders continue to advocate for cruelty free practices and alternative testing methods, collaboration and innovation offer avenues for advancing both scientific excellence and animal welfare.
STRENGTHENING STUDENTS’ SOCIO-CULTURAL LITERACY IN MADRASAH WITH AKMI (CASE STUDY OF PRIVATE MI IN KUDUS REGENCY)
Authors: Zarkasi Zarkasi , Ghozali Ghozali
Published: August 2024

This study aims to explore how to strengthen the socio-cultural literacy of students in madrasas through the implementation of the Indonesian Madrasah Competency Assessment (AKMI). Socio-cultural literacy is the ability to understand and interact with the culture and society around us, socio-cultural literacy is one of the differentiators from literacy developed by the Ministry of Education and Culture through the Minimum Competency Assessment (AKM). Through a qualitative method with a case study approach, this study analyzes how AKMI can be used as a tool to improve students' socio-cultural literacy in Private MI Kudus Regency. The results of the study show that AKMI is not only able to measure academic competence but can also encourage better socio-cultural understanding among madrasah students by increasing teacher training, resource support, and community involvement. Thus, it is hoped that the students will become agents of socio-cultural literacy in their respective communities when they are at home.
Particularities of the output performance parameters of an engine-generator set fueled with LPG of high butane
Authors: Romero Piedrahita Carlos Alberto , Henao Castañeda Edison de Jesús , Mejia Calderon Luz Adriana
Published: August 2024

The objective of this paper is to disclose the results of a field test protocol planned and implemented to evaluate the performance behavior of a 1200 kW engine-generator, originally operated with natural gas, converted to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Cusiana oil wells in Colombia. The peculiarity of the liquefied petroleum gas from Cusiana, a byproduct in the drying process of the natural gas, is its high butane content (above 30%). For the assessment of the LPG fuel on the performance of the engine-generator set, it was coupled a resistive load bank, and instrumented for low and high speed data, and emissions. It was designed an experimental procedure that combines starting, steady state, and transient loads. The analysis focuses mainly on the quantitative and qualitative analysis of the quality of the energy generated the fuel consumption, and the developed power. In general, the engine-generator has operated normally with Cusiana LPG fuel in the state of enlistment in which it was tested, maintaining satisfactory thermal regimes. It has delivered power in a stable manner under the conditions of load according to the forecasts of its owners, although much lower than the nominal rated power advertised for natural gas. The acceleration, velocity and displacement vibration values do not exceed the limit values given by the ISO 8528-9. The operation of the engine was safe, and at no point of operation detonation was detected for the loads.
Design and construction of a proportional gas flow meter with application in Mössbauer spectroscopy
Authors: Marín Ramirez Juan Marcos , Cáceres Díaz Luis Alberto , Rojas Martínez Yebrail Antonio , Osorio Vélez Jaime Alberto , Medina Barreto Milton Humberto , Cruz Muñoz Beatriz
Published: August 2024

The design, construction and operation parameters of a gas flow proportional counter are presented in order to implement the integral conversion electron mössbauer spectroscopy technique (ICEMS). The detector works with the support of a multi-channel detection system and a source of highenergy radiation of 57Co. A constant gas flow of a mixture of 5% CH4 in He was used as a multiplier gas, which increased the signal intensity, and protected the sample´s surface of electric shocks. An internal filter for low energy X-rays was considered during the design to achieve a lower background noise and optimize the volume of gas consumed. With this built-in ICEMS detector it is feasible to characterize efficiently the magnetic properties and oxidation states (hyperfine interactions) of both bulk materials and thin films. The calibration of the device was performed by using an iron sample synthesized by powder metallurgy. It was successfully identified the presence of a distinctive sextet of the α-Fe phase with a hyperfine field of 330 kOe and an isomer shift of 0.312 mm / s. The great usefulness of the equipment was verified by solving the magnetic hyperfine interactions of the Mössbauer spectrum associated to a commercial stainless-steel washer.
Evaluation of Domain-Specific Prompt Engineering Attacks on Large Language Models
Authors: Ashcroft Charly , Whitaker Kahari
Published: August 2024

The rapid integration of artificial intelligence into critical domains such as healthcare, finance, and legal services has necessitated a closer examination of the robustness and reliability of advanced language models. Adversarial prompt engineering presents a novel and significant method to systematically evaluate and exploit vulnerabilities within these models, highlighting the imperative for enhanced defensive strategies. A comprehensive evaluation was conducted on Claude and Gemini models, employing domain-specific adversarial prompts to test their performance across various sectors. The results indicated significant degradation in accuracy, reliability, and response time under adversarial conditions, revealing context-dependent vulnerabilities that compromise model integrity. Detailed statistical analyses and visualizations illustrated the substantial impact of adversarial inputs, providing robust evidence of the necessity for improved mitigation techniques. Patterns of susceptibility were identified, suggesting the need for tailored defensive approaches for different domains. The study contributes valuable insights into the inherent weaknesses of advanced language models, emphasizing the importance of ongoing research and development to enhance model resilience and ensure their reliable deployment in real-world applications.
Nonlinear Soil Moisture Loss Function Reveals Vegetation Responses to Water Availability
Authors: Araki Ryoko , Morgan Bryn , McMillan Hilary K , Caylor Kelly
Published: August 2024

Soil moisture drydown patterns encode signatures of plant water use.
Previous characterizations of the drydown patterns assume a static
linear relationship between water-limited transpiration and available
moisture. However, ecohydrological studies show that plants exhibit a
spectrum of responses to water availability, suggesting that soil
moisture loss functions may be nonlinear. To represent these dynamics,
we introduce a nonlinearity parameter to the loss function. Our analysis
shows that the nonlinear loss model improves the characterization of the
satellite-observed soil moisture drydowns. Globally, functional
responses of drydowns are dominated by convex nonlinearity, showing
greater declines in water use in dry soils than the linear loss function
predicts. We find distinct degrees of nonlinearity among different
vegetation types; areas with non-woody vegetation more frequently
exhibit a concave nonlinearity, the signature of aggressive water-use
strategies. We propose the nonlinear loss function as continuous and
dynamic representations of plant water-use strategies under changing
water availability.
Memory-based deep learning integrating multi-source satellite data leads to improved estimation of net ecosystem CO2 exchange over North America
Authors: Huang Chengcheng , He Wei , Byrne Brendan , Nguyen Ngoc Tu , Xiao Jingfeng , Yang Hua , Ciais Philippe , Wang Songhan , Li Xing , Ma Han , Xu Peipei , Zhao Mengyao , Chen Hui , Ju Weimin
Published: August 2024

Accurate estimation of regional-scale terrestrial carbon budgets is of
great importance but remains challenging. With particular advantages,
the Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks method show potential in
improving regional carbon budget upscaling estimations. Here, based on
LSTM, we upscale regional net ecosystem carbon exchange (NEE) with
available flux tower measurements and satellite land surface
observations in North America. With well-established ecosystem-specific
LSTMs, we produced monthly NEE at a spatial resolution of 0.1°×0.1° over
2001–2021 (labeled as CROSS2023). Our estimate pointed the largest
carbon sink to the Midwest Corn-Belt area during peak growing seasons
and to the Southeast on an annual basis, agreeing with empirical
knowledges. Moreover, the estimated seasonal variations of NEE by
CROSS2023 coincided well with those by atmospheric inversions, i.e., the
ensemble mean of Orbiting Carbon Observatory-2 Model Intercomparison
Project (OCO-2 v10 MIP; r = 0.95, p < 0.001) and
CarbonTracker2022 (CT2022) (r = 0.97, p < 0.001). The mean
annual NEE was estimated at -1.27 ± 0.12 Pg C yr-1, aligning more
closely with the inversions (-0.70 to -0.63 Pg C yr-1) than with
existing upscaling estimates (-3.30 to -1.81 Pg C yr-1). In addition,
our estimate plausibly captured the NEE spatial anomalies caused by all
the recent extreme drought and flood events. We further confirmed that
considering memory effects was critical for better indicating
interannual variability and spatial anomalies of NEE induced by climate
extremes. This study provides an improved bottom-up estimation of North
American NEE, largely narrowing the gap with top-down inversions.
Improving Continuous Glucose Monitoring Use in Emerging Adults With Type 1 Diabetes
Authors: S. Malik Faisal , G. Perez Samantha , Lowry Sarah , W. Weaver Kathryn , B. Hirsch Irl , Pihoker Catherine , C. Moss Ashley , Ehrhardt Nicole , J. Roberts Alissa
Published: August 2024

The Achieving Health in Emerging Adults with Diabetes (AHEAD) Program is a collaboration between Seattle Children’s Hospital (SCH) and the University of Washington Medicine Diabetes Institute (UWMDI). SCH is a tertiary care pediatric hospital that serves the largest geographical region of any children’s hospital in the country, with regional clinics located throughout the state of Washington. UWMDI is a hospital-based specialty clinic serving adults with diabetes in the Pacific Northwest and integrating clinical care, research, and education.

The AHEAD Program is designed to meet the diabetes education, mental health, and health care transition needs of EAs with diabetes. EAs with diabetes (15–23 years of age) can be referred to either an SCH or a UWMDI AHEAD Program clinic site. If an EA initially enrolls in the AHEAD Program at an SCH AHEAD Program clinic, a structured health care transition process is in place to facilitate transfer to the AHEAD Program at UWMDI, with an overall goal for EAs to graduate the program and successfully transfer their diabetes care to a local adult diabetes provider.
El método del juego, en la enseñanza de la tecnica del tachi waza
Authors: Jiménez Espín Andrés Felipe ,   Escuela Superior de Policía “Gral. Alberto Enríquez Gallo”, Quito, Ecuador, Jiménez Espín Juan Pablo , Flores Moreira Erika Paulina , Santacruz Viveros Ángel Patricio , Pazmiño Barona Edison Enrique ,   Escuela Superior de Policía “Gral. Alberto Enríquez Gallo”, Quito, Ecuador,   Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas – ESPE, Ecuador Ecuador,   Escuela Superior de Policía “Gral. Alberto Enríquez Gallo”, Quito, Ecuador,   Escuela Superior de Policía “Gral. Alberto Enríquez Gallo”, Quito, Ecuador
Published: August 2024

La iniciación deportiva es un elemento importante a fin de desarrollar las habilidades motrices del niño desde los 6 a 9 años, es importante que a esta edad desarrollen todas sus habilidades en sus diferentes prácticas tanto técnicas y lúdicas, además de tener en cuenta que es vital considerar un amplio papel socializador y aporte de valores éticos y morales. La enseñanza se realizará a través del juego, con el que se busca la discrepancia del niño, que participará en sus propias soluciones. Los juegos utilizados serán, fundamentalmente, de cooperación y oposición. El judo en ne waza o suelo es ideal para la iniciación, ya que facilita una rápida puesta en situación de lucha, y ofrece mayores garantías de seguridad. A continuación, se enseña las caídas, y se sugiere se comience con las de tipo lateral y hacia adelante, ya que el espacio hacia atrás es desconocido y pueden lesionarse. De forma seguida, se trabaja tachi waza o judo de pie, de esta manera progresiva se realizará las proyecciones, puesto que el aprendizaje de las caídas y las proyecciones no se puede enseñar por separado. Es importante jugar para enseñar en estas edades tempranas pues se contribuye en el desarrollo de habilidades intrínsecas, aprenden a controlar sus vidas, pues toman decisiones y resuelven problemas, para ejercer su auto control y seguir reglas, que a la vez podrán aprender a regular sus emociones, pues aprenden a ser niños sociables y felices.
Comparative Analysis of CNN Methods for Periapical Radiograph Classification
Authors: Kesiman Made Windu Antara , Sunarya I Made Gede , Sumantara I Gusti Lanang Trisna
Published: August 2024

Periapical radiographs are commonly used by dentists to diagnose dental problems and overall dental health conditions. The varying abilities of dentists to diagnose may be limited by their visual acuity and individual skills. To address this issue, there is a need for an application capable of computationally recognizing and classifying periapical radiographs. The commonly used computational method for image processing, specifically image recognition, is the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) method. This study aims to create an application that can classify periapical radiographs and analyze the capabilities of the Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) method in this classification process. In general, periapical classification is divided into five types: Primary Endo with Secondary Perio, Primary Endodontic Lesion, Primary Perio with Secondary Endo, Primary Periodontal Lesion, and True Combined Lesions. The periapical radiograph classification process was tested using four CNN models: ResNet50v2, EfficientNetB1, MobileNet, and Shalow CNN. The evaluation of the CNN method utilized a confusion matrix-based technique to generate accuracy, precision, recall, F1-score and Weighted Average F1-score values. Based on the evaluation results, the highest accuracy value was achieved by EfficientNetB1 with 82%, followed by ResNet50v2 with 76%, MobileNet with 75%, and Shallow CNN with 71%.
The Effectiveness of Augmented Reality Technology in Mathematics: A Case Study of SMP Al Azhar Plus Bogor
Authors: Siti Ragil Siti Sholehah , Nuur Wachid Abdul Majid
Published: August 2024

The field of mathematics education is rapidly advancing, particularly with the introduction of augmented reality (AR) technology as one of the tools used as an innovative learning medium. This research seeks to assess how the incorporation of AR influences students' grasp of mathematical concepts. This study is an experimental quantitative research using the experimental design method, with a population of 37 students from class IX of SMP Al Azhar Plus Bogor. The researcher obtained 30 students as samples based on purposive sampling technique, which were then divided into 2 groups: 15 students as the experimental group and 15 students as the control group. The experimental group underwent mathematics learning utilizing AR technology with 3D teaching materials that were prepared and accessible via smartphones through a barcode, covering topics such as congruent, similar, and spatial figures. Meanwhile, the control group followed conventional teaching methods using books as teaching materials with the same subject coverage. The study's results emphasize the substantial improvement in students' understanding of mathematical concepts through the effective utilization of AR. This improvement encompasses students' abilities to solve mathematical problems, retain conceptual memory, and actively participate in the learning process. Based on the statistical test results conducted, the experimental group obtained an average of 68.4153 or 68%, which falls into the category of moderately effective, while the control group obtained an average of 16.1508 or 16%, classified as ineffective. The Independent Sample Test yielded a Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 < 0.05, indicating a significant difference in effectiveness between the experimental and control groups. Further data analysis indicates that the learning experience through AR not only provides a better understanding but also offers additional motivation to students, thereby increasing their interest in the subject of mathematics. Moreover, the study observes that a well-integrated instructional design within the curriculum, considering the context of AR usage, can contribute significantly to improved learning outcomes. The consequences of these discoveries strengthen the perspective that augmented reality (AR) is not just a successful educational instrument but can also offer a pleasurable learning encounter within the realm of mathematics education. The outcomes of this study play a substantial role in advancing more interactive approaches to teaching mathematics, with a specific emphasis on enhancing students' conceptual understanding. It is hoped that these findings can serve as a foundation for the implementation of AR in educational curricula as a strategic effort to enhance the quality of mathematics education and enrich students' learning experiences.
Analyzing Technology Acceptance Model for Lombok Traditional Food Restaurant in GoFood Application
Authors: Bimantari Joselina Rizki , Alamsyah Noor , Murpratiwi Santi Ika
Published: August 2024

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Lombok Island, known for its stunning natural beauty, faced significant challenges in its culinary industry, resulting in a drastic decline in revenue and tourist visits. Embracing technological solutions, particularly through food delivery apps like GoFood, became pivotal in overcoming these obstacles. These apps not only sustained local restaurants during the pandemic but also preserved Lombok's distinctive cuisine, such as Sate Rembiga. Beyond pandemic resilience, GoFood played a crucial role in balancing global technological advancements and supporting daily activities. The aim of this research is to employ the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) using Partial Least Square (PLS) approach to analyze the adoption of the GoFood application among owners of traditional Lombok cuisine restaurants, particularly focusing on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This research method is designed to assess the extent of acceptance and adoption of GoFood among these restaurant owners during the pandemic, identifying key factors influencing their technological acceptance. The results of this research offer insights into the dynamics of technology acceptance within Lombok's culinary sector amid external changes such as the pandemic. In conclusion, understanding these dynamics can inform strategies to enhance the utilization of food delivery apps in traditional culinary businesses, ensuring resilience and adaptation in the face of unforeseen challenges.