bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
INTRA-REGIONAL DIFFERENTIATION IN THE ENVIRONMENTAL DIMENSION OF MUNICIPALITIES OF ŚWIĘTOKRZYSKIE VOIVODESHIP IN TERMS OF DEMOGRAPHIC CHANGES IN 2010 AND 2020
Authors: Dziekański Paweł , Šimková Markéta , Kraichynska Halyna
Published: December 2024

The region is a nexus of interaction between the social, economic, and environmental spheres. Demographic potential is a particularly salient factor, especially for peripheral regions (which is how the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship can be defined in terms of the EU). Transformations in demographic processes and structures exert influence over social, economic, and political aspects, as well as environmental changes. They necessitate the provision of additional transportation services, food, dwelling space, and clothing. The concentration of population and industry in a region has an impact on the environment, particularly with regard to the quality of life of residents and local ecosystems. The concept of independent regional development highlights the environmental factors that influence regional development. It addresses the developmental challenges faced by peripheral regions, incorporates environmental concerns into the development process, and integrates the environmental dimension with the economic and social aspects, particularly in the context of demographic shifts. The environment can be conceptualised as both a development factor and a component of endogenous potential, thereby providing a basis for delineating the process of action. The objective of this article is to evaluate the spatial differentiation of the natural environment of municipalities in relation to demographic changes, employing a synthetic measure. The analysis was conducted at the municipal level, encompassing 102 municipalities within the province of Świętokrzyskie. The data used in this study were sourced from the Central Statistical Office and relate to the years 2010 and 2020. The municipalities of the Świętokrzyskie province exhibit a distinctive character. The analysed areas frequently exhibit a negative migration balance, which has an adverse impact on the development process and the quality of the environment. From the perspective of the influence of demographic trends on economic processes, the ageing of the population represents a highly significant factor. Such shifts do not always have a negative impact on the economy, as they can stimulate demand for new products and services. The synthetic measure of demography exhibited a range of 0.30 to 0.67 in 2010 and 0.29 to 0.69 in 2020. With regard to the synthetic measure of natural environment and ecology in the municipalities of the Świętokrzyskie region, a variation was observed (0.25-0.52 in 2010, 0.30-0.60 in 2020). The natural environment is a key factor influencing the attractiveness and competitiveness of rural municipalities. The demographic potential of the natural environment is an important factor for development. Poland needs to strengthen synergies between green growth, environment and demographic aspects to address environmental and energy challenges and overcome resource shortages.
ASSESSMENT OF THE DANGER OF GLORIFICATION OF RUSSIAN AGGRESSION AGAINST UKRAINE AND ITS PARTICIPANTS: SOCIAL-LEGAL, ECONOMIC AND CRIMINOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
Authors: Batyrgareieva Vladyslava , Netesa Nataliia
Published: December 2024

Glorification of the enemy during wartime is one of the most dangerous social phenomena threatening the existence of the state. It indicates a lack of national unity in defending the country's independence and creates favourable conditions for the enemy in the disputed territories, as well as a basis for collaboration and state treason. The purpose of this article is to provide a comprehensive assessment of the phenomenon of glorification of the Russian aggression against Ukraine and its participants, to examine its socio-legal, economic and criminological dimensions, and to develop an effective prevention model. The research methodology is based on a systematic approach, whereby empirical data on this phenomenon is meticulously analysed using a variety of scientific tools, including systemic-structural, formal-logical, analytical, synthetic, comparative, statistical, and specific sociological methods. The analysis of glorification from a social-legal perspective reveals the absence of a methodology to quantify the value of losses related to statehood and national identity, which are direct consequences of glorification. From an economic standpoint, the assessment of the impact of glorification encompasses both direct and indirect costs, including judicial expenses and the maintenance of convicts, which are estimated to amount to approximately 1 million USD per year. The criminological evaluation examines the motivations of those who glorify criminal acts and the channels through which they disseminate harmful ideas. Social networks and messengers have been identified as the primary mediums through which such ideas are propagated, thereby posing a threat of widespread dissemination of hostile ideologies. The conclusion emphasises the necessity of concentrating countermeasures on the utilisation of information technologies and the reinforcement of information awareness and resilience within Ukrainian society and the state.
CONTRIBUTING ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES IN THE SECTOR OF LEGAL RESEARCH IN THE CONTEXT OF THE ECONOMIC INSTABILITY AND NATIONAL SELF-IDENTITY
Authors: Bila-Tiunova Liubov , Bilous-Osin Tetiana , Borovyk Liudmyla
Published: December 2024

The article's focus is on the examination of the extant administrative procedures that contribute to the field of legal scientific activity. It is proposed that the thesis on the necessity of taking into account the national self-identity of Ukrainian legal science in the implementation of European standards for the protection of subjects of scientific activity be accepted. It seems appropriate to enhance the administrative procedures pertaining to scientific activity by: 1) Adopting the Regulation on the peculiarities of obtaining a scientific degree in the field of law; 2) Approving the Order on Special Requirements for Candidates for Academic Title in the Field of Law; 3) Adopting the Concept of Grant Support for Legal Research. The methodology of the research is determined by the defined goal and tasks and encompasses a range of scientific knowledge methods, approaches, and actions aimed at acquiring new scientific insights into the determination of contributing administrative procedures of scientific activity. In the course of the study, a variety of methods were employed to gain insight into the nature of scientific knowledge, including the method of system analysis, the dialectical method, the formal-logical methods, the structural-functional and comparative-legal methods, as well as several empirical methods. These methods were used to determine the significance of the specifics of legal scientific activity for their procedural ordering. It is argued that a particular category of persons engaged in legal research activities can be considered to have a national identity in accordance with the current legislative framework and the realities of law enforcement. Concurrently, the author underscores that young scholars have only recently begun their careers as legal professionals and thus still reflect the archetypes of their mentors. It is observed that the period during which they have been positioned as subjects of scientific activity does not permit the conclusion that they are independent and quantitatively predominant. Furthermore, it is imperative that the state provides economic support, including grant funding, for legal research.
Functional Division Between Two Synonymous Markers in Tongling Dialect
Authors: Zhang Xinyu
Published: December 2024

"guoshi过是" is a noteworthy form in the K-VP interrogative structure of the Tongling dialect in Anhui province of China, primarily serving as a focus question marker, a propositional question marker, and a communicative question function. In this process, a synonymous but non-graphical marker [khɛ31] appears, sharing the interrogative marker function with "guoshi" in dialogues, mainly used for propositional and communicative questions. It also adds discourse marker functions. As a discourse marker, its main functions include turn-taking, turn continuation, and interpersonal interaction, among which the interpersonal interaction function is mainly reflected in activating shared knowledge, highlighting the focus of the proposition, indicating communicative states, and self-correction. The use of "guoshi" and [khɛ31] in natural spoken language is related to semantic bleaching.
Strategic Frameworks for the Empowerment of African Languages: Policy, Practice and Prospects
Authors: Minhas Shahid , Salawu Abiodun
Published: December 2024

This study explores the empowerment of African languages, focusing on the complex challenges and opportunities within this field. Addresses key impediments to the advancement of African languages, identifies favourable conditions for their development, and proposes practical avenues to facilitate progress. Central to the investigation is the role of language policy: the study aims to highlight the potential of African languages to advance sustainable development goals while navigating the challenges posed by a globalised world, and also to investigate the complexities and opportunities related to African language empowerment and their readiness to develop and implement effective language policies supported by comprehensive action plans. Methodologically, the research employs a qualitative approach, gathered through a review of existing literature, policy documents, and case studies of language programmes in various African countries. This approach allows a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of language empowerment. The findings underscore the need for a robust and cohesive policy framework to address the challenges faced by African languages effectively. Strategic policies must be formulated and implemented to realise the benefits of favourable conditions and development opportunities. As a result, the study highlights the need for a concerted effort to integrate language empowerment into broader educational, legal, and technological contexts, ensuring that future discussions and conferences on African languages continue to address these critical issues.
The Impact of Incorporating Persuasive Strategies in EFL Teaching: Perspectives of Jazan University Professors
Authors: Alkhirbash Abdulrahman
Published: December 2024

Teachers have the ability to shape their students’ educational experiences through the art of persuasion. This ability goes beyond traditional instruction and ignites a passion for knowledge acquisition. The effectiveness of persuasive strategies employed by teachers is paramount in not only capturing students’ attention but also in enhancing their comprehension levels, motivation, and active participation within the learning process. This in-depth study explores the various persuasive techniques used by professors and lecturers at Jazan University, shedding light on their profound impact on student comprehension and academic success. It adopts a qualitative approach to explore human behaviour, focusing on the persuasive strategies used by professors and lecturers at Jazan University to convey concepts and inspire their students. The research methodology involved conducting insightful interviews with 15 professors and lecturers from Jazan University as a purposive sampling to collect the data. The interview focused on the common strategies they implemented to engage their students and facilitate learning.  Thematic coding was employed during data analysis to identify recurring patterns within the participants' feedback. The findings of the study revealed that the teachers employed a combination of strategies such real-life examples, rhetorical questions, visual aids, and storytelling, to help their students grasp complex concepts and foster a deeper engagement within the classroom. Logical reasoning and building healthy relationships with students were also crucial for the teachers’ ability to capture the students’ attention and encourage critical thinking.
A Study on the Impact of Flipped Classroom Strategy on Improving Reading Comprehension among Primary School Pupils
Authors: AlAli Rommel , Al-Hassan Omayya , Al-Barakat Ali , Alakashee Bushra , Kanaan Eid , Alqatawna Mohammad , Zaher Ashraf , Saleh Shoeb
Published: December 2024

This research focused on comparing the effectiveness of the flipped classroom method with traditional methods as a learning approach to improve reading comprehension across four areas: literal, inferential, critical, and creative comprehension. The research sample consisted of 186 pupils from Syrian refugee students within Syrian refugee schools, as there are schools specifically for Syrian pupils in northern Jordan supported by the United Nations. This study used a quasi-experimental design, where the research sample was divided into two groups: the experimental group, which was taught using the flipped classroom approach, and the control group, which used traditional methods. Data were gathered through a specially designed reading comprehension skills test, which was adapted for this study. The results revealed that the flipped classroom strategy significantly improved pupils' reading comprehension levels across all dimensions at a significance level of (p≤0.05). The experimental group confirmed notable progress in their capability to comprehend clear textual information, analyse and understand content collaboratively, assess texts critically, and express creative explanations. Furthermore, the results indicated that pupils maintained their reading comprehension skills over time, showcasing the flipped classroom's effectiveness in promoting sustainable learning outcomes. The results encourage broader adoption of flipped class strategy in reading instruction, urging teachers to create dynamic, pupil-centered learning experiences. Furthermore, the study highlights the importance of continuously assessing learning curricula to meet pupils' evolving needs and emphasizes the potential for further research on the long-term effects of the flipped classroom concept across various academic disciplines.
Colorimetry-based quantification of protein droplets using "ImageJ"
Authors: Sulaiman Ngongu Depamede  , Djoko Kisworo
Published: December 2024

The objective of this study is to analyze protein concentration on a colorimetric basis by utilizing the openly accessible 'ImageJ' software. We herein report the successful measurement of protein concentration on a parafilm surface, following the application of Bradford reagent and subsequent photography with a smartphone, followed by analysis using the ImageJ software. Ovalbumin (OVA) and bovine serum albumin (BSA) were dissolved in phosphate buffered saline (PBS) and used as standards. The results demonstrated a linear correlation between integrated density and the actual weight of the standard, with R² values of 0.9908 for OVA samples in the range of 0-1.5 mg/ml and 0.9781 for BSA in the range of 0.25-1.5 mg/ml. The straightforward nature of the experiments and analyses makes the study we present here an invaluable resource for researchers and students who are constrained by equipment limitations, such as the lack of access to spectrophotometers.
Identification of human remains DNA in fly larvae
Authors: Margaret Odelia Matulatan  , Lynda Rossyanti  , Ahmad Yudianto  , Nily Sulistyorini
Published: December 2024

Forensic entomology, a branch of forensic science, plays a crucial role in criminal investigations. While it is commonly used to estimate the post-mortem interval (PMI), it is also serves as a valuable tool for identifying human remains through DNA analysis, especially when traditional methods are not feasible due to decomposition or other causes factor. Necrophagous species, which act as vectors of DNA by feeding on and colonizing remains, are central to this process This review highlights the significant role of fly larvae in forensic investigations, focusing on their capacity to carry DNA from human remains. By examining existing methodologies, forensic applications, and key insect species, this review emphasizes highlight the growing importance of insects in crime scene investigations and their broader implications for forensic science.
Pengembangan Metode Pembelajaran Kimia Kreatif sebagai Sarana Pengabdian di SMK Negeri 8 Ambon
Authors: Joris Shielda Natalia , Sohilait Hanoch Julianus , Male Yusthinus Thobias , Maahury Mirella Fonda , Pada Semuel Simra , Sri Dewi
Published: December 2024

Pendidikan kimia di SMK sering kali dihadapkan pada tantangan dalam meningkatkan motivasi dan pemahaman siswa terhadap materi yang bersifat abstrak. Oleh karena itu, kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan metode pembelajaran kimia kreatif yang dapat menarik minat siswa dan meningkatkan pemahaman mereka. Topik ini penting karena rendahnya motivasi belajar dapat menghambat prestasi akademik siswa, terutama di bidang sains. Metode pengabdian yang diterapkan dalam kegiatan ini melibatkan pelatihan guru dan siswa melalui penggunaan alat peraga sederhana dan pendekatan kontekstual yang relevan dengan kehidupan sehari-hari. Kegiatan ini juga dilengkapi dengan evaluasi berbasis observasi dan kuisioner untuk mengukur dampak dari metode yang diterapkan. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan yang signifikan dalam motivasi dan keterlibatan siswa selama proses pembelajaran, serta pemahaman yang lebih baik terhadap konsep-konsep kimia. Dengan demikian, pengembangan metode pembelajaran kimia kreatif ini tidak hanya memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap kualitas pendidikan di SMK Negeri 8 Ambon, tetapi juga dapat diadaptasi oleh sekolah-sekolah lain sebagai model pembelajaran yang efektif dan inovatif dalam meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa di bidang kimia.
Analisis Pelaksanaan Program Kampung Organik Di Kota Magelang Melalui Model MSN-Approach (Studi Kasus Kampung Organik Sari Makmur)
Authors: Lufthansa Hilwa Nugraha  , Fadlurrahman  , Nugraha Joko Tri Nugraha , Tri Asih Wismaningtyas,
Published: December 2024

The Organic Village Program is an innovation program of Magelang City in overcoming waste and food security problems that has been established since 2013. However, the number of organic villages in Magelang city has decreased. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Organic Village Program in Magelang city through the MSN-Approach model. The method used is a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data collection techniques include interviews, observations, and documentation. Informants in this study are the Department of Environment, Department of Agriculture and food, facilitators, administrators and members of Sari Makmur Organic Village. The data analysis used by Miles, Huberman, and Saldana is an interactive data analysis model consisting of data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of the Organic Village Program is quite good. In the mentality approach, the government has been supportive and proactive. Meanwhile, in the participants, there was a decrease in the responsibility of carrying out daily pickets. In the system approach, including regulation, cultural values and organizational structure and functions are good. In the networking approach, including aspects of strategic partnership, synergy, and mutualistic symbiosis are quite good, the obstacle lies in synergy where the skills of participants in this program are still limited.
Strategi Ddalam Pelayanan Informasi Publik Pada DISKOMINFO Kota Cilegon
Authors: Titi Stiawati  , Mega Okta Noerisma
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan strategi yang tepat diterapkan oleh Dinas Komunikasi dan Informasi Kota Cilegon dalam Pelayanan Informasi Publik. Teori yang dijadikan referensi dalam penelitian ini adalah teori strategi manajemen yang dikemukakan oleh Wheelen dan Hunger (2012:15) yang terdiri dari 4 indikator yaitu observasi lingkungan, formulasi strategi, implementasi strategi, evaluasi dan pengendalian. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan analisis data melalui hasil wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Strategi dalam Pelayanan Informasi Publik pada Dinas Komunikasi dan Informasi Kota Cilegon sudah mengalami peningkatan yang cukup baik dibandingkan sebelumnya terutama dari segi evaluasi yang dilakukan. Namun masih terdapat hambatan seperti kurangnya sumber daya manusia dalam mengelola pelayanan informasi publik, kurangnya kemampuan SDM dalam menguasai materi informasi yang dibutuhkan masyarakat, dan rendahnya partisipasi masyarakat dalam memanfaatkan kebebasan dalam memperoleh informasi. Selain itu menyediakan informasi publik melalui media elektronik khususnya website dinilai belum lengkap dan tidak selalu ter-update dengan baik. Kurangnya koordinasi dengan instansi pemerintah daerah juga menjadi kendala dalam pengelolaan informasi secara komprehensif.
Ulisse Aldrovandi and Indigenous American Featherwork
Authors: Domenici Davide
Published: December 2024

L’articolo tratta degli studi condotti da Ulisse Aldrovandi sull’arte plumaria indigena americana. La sezione principale passa sistematicamente in rassegna le descrizioni testuali e le rappresentazioni visuali dei manufatti di piume che Aldrovandi ha potuto osservare, sia nel suo museo sia in quelli di altri collezionisti. La rassegna comprende alcuni testi e immagini non precedentemente notati, nonché la trascrizione di testi manoscritti ad oggi inediti. La parte finale dell’articolo discute alcuni aspetti specifici dei testi aldrovandiani, mostrando come l’uso delle fonti edite allora disponibili lo abbia portato ad affrontare alcuni tópoi chiave della letteratura europea della prima età moderna relativa all’arte plumaria indigena americana, a cui l’Aldrovandi aggiunse affascinanti sfumature lessicali. Nel complesso, l’articolo contribuisce a riaffermare la rilevanza del corpus aldrovandiano per gli studi sul mondo indigeno americano.
Passerotti, Aldrovandi e due disegni di “uomini-bestia”
Authors: Ghirardi Angela
Published: December 2024

L’articolo esamina due disegni di Bartolomeo Passerotti, ancora sconosciuti alla bibliografia sull’artista, che rappresentano delle teste con fattezze miste tra l’uomo e l’animale: un Uomo-cane e un Uomo-topo. Per le forme metamorfiche sono da collegarsi al Doppio ritratto in veste di Ulisse e Circe (Bologna, Collezioni di Arte e di Storia della Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio in Bologna), in cui si è da tempo riconosciuto un ritratto ideale di Ulisse Aldrovandi e dove compaiono, alle spalle di Circe, due uomini-bestia. Passerotti esprime, nei due fogli, la sua partecipazione al clima “omerico” diffuso a Bologna e sembra risentire delle ricerche sulle mostruosità della natura portate avanti dallo scienziato bolognese e anche degli studi sulla fisiognomica, intesi al confronto tra l’uomo e gli animali, in cerca di somiglianze e insegnamenti morali.
“L’ordine e il metodo” da I giardini d’Italia (1904) di Luigi Paolucci. Edizione, studio e commento
Authors: Di Gioia Luca
Published: December 2024

Nelle pagine che compongono la seconda parte de I giardini d’Italia, il naturalista anconetano Luigi Paolucci (1849–1935), muovendo dalla “confusione che ormai regna nei cataloghi” degli amatori del giardinaggio a scopo ornamentale (com’egli stesso dichiara nella sua Ragione al presente lavoro), sottopone ad attento esame le piante che crescono e s’allevano nei giardini, nelle serre e nei parchi d’Italia, “onde ordinarle nelle stirpi naturali che le rappresentano”. Coniugando all’esattezza del metodo, ispirato ai precetti linneiani, una moderna volontà di volgarizzazione del sapere, il Paolucci dà corpo ad un’opera che, in centoquarantaquattro famiglie, tenta l’ardua impresa di metter ordine in un panorama naturale assai complesso, cercando al contempo di valorizzare l’apporto dato “all’arte del giardinaggio dalle diverse parti del mondo”, in una summa che, pur nella consapevolezza delle proprie lacune, rappresenta un pregevole esempio di botanica sistematica.
Il restauro del soffitto di Giambattista Tiepolo a Palazzo Sandi: un ‘volto nuovo’ ritrovato
Authors: Altissimo Giulia
Published: December 2024

The contribution illustrates the restoration of the ceiling frescoed by Giambattista Tiepolo in Palazzo Sandi in Venice. It retraces the historical and documentary information on the building, the critical history of the work from stylistic and iconographic perspectives deepening its connection with the client. It also reconstructs the conservation history of the cycle, and describes the carried out intervention, which allowed the recovery of the colours hidden by previous interventions and the discovery of an unprecedented detail.
Manutenzione, conservazione, restauro, allestimento: le stratificazioni progettuali di un intervento integrato su un palazzo veneziano
Il caso della Querini Stampalia
Authors: Gemin Mario , Turri Alessandra , Altissimo Giulia
Published: December 2024

Palazzo Querini Stampalia is a peculiar building, in which eras, functions and meanings are stratified: an example of sixteenth-century architecture, a historic residence with eighteenth-century furnishings, a library open to citizens, an intimate garden, a place of inserts of contemporary architecture that have been welded onto the background of patrician residence, as in a kaleidoscope that multiplies its image and values. In the recent works carried out on different areas of the building, maintenance, conservation, restoration and set-up have constituted, as in a style exercise, a declination of the project on the existing building for the protection of the multiple values ​​that has been stratified throughout the history of this palace.
Harmanlanmış Öğrenme Etkinliklerinin Fen Öğrenmeye Yönelik Motivasyon ve Başarıya Etkisi Madde ve Değişim Ünitesi Örneği
Authors: Yıldırım Hüseyin Faruk , Eyceyurt Türk Gülseda
Published: December 2024

Bu araştırma harmanlanmış öğrenme modelinin öğrencilerin akademik başarıları ve fen dersini öğrenmeye yönelik motivasyonlarına etkisini inceleme amacıyla yapılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 5. sınıf kademesinde öğrenim gören 27 erkek, 33 kız toplam 60 (31 deney grubu, 29 kontrol grubu) öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada ön test – son test kontrol gruplu yarı deneysel desen ve yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılmıştır. Araştırmada veri toplama araçları olarak harmanlanmış öğrenmenin akademik başarı üzerindeki etkisini gözlemleyebilmek için beceri temelli test, motivasyona etkisini gözlemleyebilmek için fen öğrenimine yönelik motivasyon ölçeği ve yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın nicel verileri SPSS programı ile analiz edilirken, yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formlarından elde edilen nitel veriler ortak başlıklar altında kategorize edilerek değerlendirilmiştir. Harmanlanmış öğretim sonrası deney ve kontrol grubu 5. sınıf öğrencilerinin akademik başarı ortalama puanları bağımsız gruplar t-testi ile karşılaştırılmış, fen öğrenme motivasyon sıra ortalama puanları ise Mann-Whitney U testi ile karşılaştırılmıştır. Araştırma verilerinin analizi sonrasında ortaya çıkan sonuçlar yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formundan elde edilen verilerle yorumlanmıştır. Yapılan çalışmanın sonucunda harmanlanmış öğrenme modelinin akademik başarıya büyük oranda olumlu yönde etki ettiği, fen öğrenmeye yönelik motivasyona ise orta derece deney grubu lehine etki ettiği ortaya konmuştur. Yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formlarından elde edilen verilerin de çalışmanın sonucunu destekler nitelikte çıktığı görülmüştür. Bu bağlamda yapılan harmanlanmış öğrenme, öğrenme sürecini farklı bir boyuta taşıyacak, öğrenci öğrenmelerini daha anlamlı ve kalıcı hale getirecek ve fen bilimleri öğreniminde motivasyonu sağlayacak bir araç olarak görülebilir.
Jonathan P.J. Stock and Beverly Diamond (eds). 2022. Routledge Companion on Ethics and Research in Ethnomusicology
Authors: Sultanova Razia
Published: December 2024

This review is dedicated to the recently published work of Jonathan P.J. Stock and Beverly Diamond
(eds)., named “The Routledge Companion to Ethics and Research in Ethnomusicology”, published
by Cambridge University Press in the year 2022. The book, authored by twenty six authors, has 339
pages.
Erfassung von Arthropoden in Nordwestmecklenburg im Rahmen einer Studienexkursion der Universität Rostock – Ergebnisbericht 2024
Authors: Schmidt Joachim , Bachmann Oliver , Ewald Juliane , Frase Thomas , Höpel Christoph G. , Hoffmann Hannes , Kornmilch Johann-Christoph , Lehmann Jonas F. , Martin Dieter , Wilde Monique , Naumann Jule Winter und Benjamin
Published: December 2024

Im Rahmen des Moduls „Artenkenntnis und Taxonomie“ des Masterstudiengangs Integrative Zoologie
an der Universität Rostock fand vom 8.-12. Juli 2024 zum zweiten Mal ein Freilandkurs in Nordwestmecklenburg
statt, wobei Arthropoden in verschiedenen Habitaten mit unterschiedlichen Methoden
gefangen und unter fachkundiger Hilfe im Gelände sowie im Anschluss an die Geländeexkursion
bestimmt wurden. Es wurden Uferhabitate des Dassower Sees und der Ostseeküste, verschiedene
trocken-sandige Offenlandstandorte und ein Niedermoor näher untersucht. Insgesamt konnten 729
Arthropoden-Arten identifiziert werden, vorrangig der Käfer (Coleoptera), Schmetterlinge (Lepidoptera),
Stechimmen (Aculeata), Wanzen (Heteroptera) und Webspinnen (Araneae). Für alle nachgewiesenen
Arten werden die Funddaten tabellarisch aufgeführt. Die untersuchten Standorte werden
anhand der Vorkommen charakteristischer oder faunistisch und naturschutzfachlich besonders relevanter
Arten kurz charakterisiert. Es gelangen die Nachweise zahlreicher Arten, die deutschlandweit
gefährdet oder stark gefährdet sind, sowie solcher Arten, für die zuvor nur sehr wenige Vorkommen
in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern bekannt waren. Erstnachweis für die Fauna dieses Bundeslandes ist der
Kurzflügelkäfer Zoosetha incisa Assing, 1998, während Halobrecta algae Hardy, 1851 nach fast 50 Jahren
erneut nachgewiesen wird. Für den sehr seltenen Dungkäfer Rhyssemus puncticollis Brown, 1929 und
den an seinem nördlichen Arealrand expandierenden Laufkäfer Tachyura diabrachys (Kolenati, 1845)
werden aktuelle Nachweise aus Mecklenburg-Vorpommern gelistet. Die vorliegenden Ergebnisse sind
ein weiteres Beispiel, wie eine auf Artenkenntnis und Biodiversitätserfassung ausgerichtete Lehrexkursion
mit Unterstützung der lokalen Institutionen und Spezialisten verschiedener Artengruppen
wertvolle Beiträge zur Erkundung einer regionalen Fauna liefern kann.
Bem-estar na docência: uma análise dos fatores contemporâneos que influenciam a qualidade de vida dos professores
Authors: Boicko Giovana , Wruck Timm Jordana
Published: December 2024

Este estudo tem como objetivo discutir o conceito de bem-estar na docência e identificar fatores que favorecem o bem-estar docente na contemporaneidade, segundo a literatura. Pauta-se numa abordagem qualitativa, por meio de revisão sistemática da literatura científica sobre o bem-estar docente. Os resultados indicam que as condições de vida e de trabalho frequentemente geram estresse, exacerbado pelas incertezas e exigências elevadas impostas aos sujeitos. Contudo, mesmo que a educação seja uma das áreas com maior incidência de síndrome de burnout, o estresse pode também se manifestar como eustress (o estresse positivo), promovendo o bem-estar docente, foco da discussão deste estudo. Mesmo que ainda sejam necessários novos estudos, esta pesquisa identifica diferentes aspectos que podem favorecer o bem-estar docente, em apoio à busca de caminhos para seu desenvolvimento.
Selection of a subset of methods for developing the interface of a mobile application for language learning
Authors: Vasyltcova Nataliia V. , Burkovska Anna S.
Published: December 2024

An analysis of the difference between the process of interface development in mobile applications for learning languages and the process of designing a user interface for other types of IT products is carried out. The analysis showed that mobile applications used for language learning have specific characteristics and principles of user interface development.
The basis of the difference is the specifics of the technical design of mobile devices and the context of their use. Within the framework of mobile language learning applications, there are two categories of such applications: specialized, which are developed for language learning courses; general ones, which are developed for everyone who wants to learn the language on their own.
The peculiarity of the interface design stage in mobile applications for learning languages and the need to take into account the differences of the user interface at this stage necessitate the analysis of existing methods of interface development to identify the features of user involvement in the process of developing mobile applications.
The main existing methods of interface development, which are used in the design of interfaces of mobile applications for language learning, are considered.
It has been established that none of these methods has significant advantages that would allow recommending this method as the most desirable tool for developing the user interface of a mobile application. To solve the problem of defining and planning actions regarding the necessary methods of developing interfaces of mobile applications for learning languages, it is proposed to adapt the method of expert evaluation. When adapting the method of expert evaluation to the specifics of solving the problem, the main attention is paid to the choice of the method of collecting assessments of individual experts. For this purpose, it is proposed to create questionnaires for both groups of experts (users and the development team). Approbation of the adapted method in solving this problem in the IT project for the development of a mobile application for language learning was carried out.
Numerical calculation of dipole antenna radiation pattern at interface between two media
Authors:   Pushkov Institute of Terrestrial Magnetism, Ionosphere and Radio Wave Propagation, RAS, 108840, Russia, Moscow, Kaluzhskoye Hwy, 4., Prokopovich I.V.
Published: December 2024

The work examines the problem of numerical modeling of pulsed radiation from a dipole antenna lying at the interface between air and a dielectric medium. A brief description of the time domain finite difference modeling capabilities implemented in the gprMax software package is provided. In order to control the obtained numerical results, they are compared with known analytical solutions of two-dimensional radiation problems of an infinitely long line with a current, lying at the interface between two media; the radiation pattern is considered in both frequency and time domains. It is shown that the analytical and numerical solutions, when calculating the radiation pattern of pulsed radiation, give equivalent results. Disadvantages are noted of the numerical approach which copes well with calculations in the near field, while signal estimates in the far field can require excessive computational, including time, resources even for a relatively simple two-dimensional problem. The three-dimensional directivity patterns of pulsed radiation of a finite dipole antenna in the near field are also numerically calculated. The results obtained can be used in georadar practice in order to select a GPR survey scheme. The last section of the work is devoted to the examples of calculating signal attenuation with the radar range equation, taking into account numerically calculated radiation patterns.
Influence of strong local atmospheric disturbance on the near field strength of a low-frequency loop antenna located in the Earth's ionosphere
Authors:   Kotelnikov IRE RAS, 125009, Russia, Moscow, Mokhovaya str., 11, b.7, Moshkov A.V.
Published: December 2024

A low-frequency loop antenna located in the ionosphere can be an effective diagnostic tool for determining the parameters of strong local atmospheric disturbances. The source of such disturbances can be the intrusion of meteoroids into the atmosphere. The input impedance of the loop antenna in the ionosphere weakly depends on the parameters of the surrounding magnetoactive plasma, so even a relatively strong disturbance of the environment does not disrupt the matching of the loop with the transmitter. The article presents the results of numerical calculations of the time dependence of the near electric field strength of a loop antenna located in the ionosphere in the frequency range of 1...10 kHz. The parameters of the ionospheric plasma (ionization value, temperature, effective frequency of electron collisions) change in time under the influence of a strong local disturbance emerging in the atmosphere. It is shown that as the disturbance region approaches the antenna, the magnitude of the field strength deviates significantly from the background values, first in the direction of increase, and then in the direction of decrease, down to a value of the order of the field strength of such an antenna in free space. The duration of these disturbances of the field strength is in the range from 15 to 30 s with a change in the initial energy of the atmospheric disturbance from 1 to 10 PJ.
Cardiomyopathy as severe complication of liver cirrhosis. A review of the main pathophysiological mechanisms
Authors: Chooklin S. M. , Chuklin S. S.
Published: December 2024

Cardiac dysfunction associated with cirrhosis in the absence of preexisting heart disease is a condition known as cirrhotic cardiomyopathy (CCM). The pathogenic mechanisms that trigger and maintain disturbances in function, structure, rhythm and metabolism in the heart remain vastly understudied. The pathogenesis of cirrhotic cardiomyopathy is multifactorial but broadly is comprised of two pathways. The first is due to cirrhosis and synthetic liver failure with abnormal structure and function of many substances, including proteins, lipids, hormones, and carbohydrates such as lectins. The second is due to portal hypertension which invariably accompanies cirrhosis. Portal hypertension is the cause of bacterial translocation, which leads to endotoxemia, systemic inflammation, and inflammatory phenotype (oxidative stress, cellular apoptosis, and inflammatory cell infiltration). Galectins exert all these pro‑inflammatory mechanisms across many different tissues and organs, including the heart. The cytokine storm associated with inflammation, particularly TNF‑α acting via NF‑kB and IL‑6, depresses cardiac function. They also stimulate nitric oxide and carbon monoxide which produce cardiodepression by cyclic guanosine monophosphate. Inflammation also stimulates the endocannabinoid pathway. These systems inhibit the stimulatory beta‑adrenergic contractile pathway. The protein defects including titin and collagen contribute to diastolic dysfunction. Switch of myosin heavy chain isoforms results in systolic dysfunction. Mediators induce vascular changes, desensitize and downregulate the membrane receptors, biochemically alter the plasmalemma, impair the cytoskeletal integrity of the cardiomyocyte, cause ion channelopathy, disrupt Ca2+ signaling, and dysregulates energy substrate utilization in the heart. Therefore, cirrhotic cardiomyopathy may be caused by cellular and molecular dysfunction/damage due to liver failure and portal hypertension, which requires further study to determine optimal treatment strategies.
Affecting analysis of business risk factors to profitability of construction companies in Vietnam
Authors: Thuong Tran Thi Hoai , Truc Huynh Thi Minh
Published: December 2024

Risk management in the construction sector in Vietnam has received much research attention in recent years. However, in-depth studies on the impact of business risk factors on the financial performance of domestic construction enterprises are still limited. This study focuses on measuring and analyzing the impact of business risk factors on the profitability of construction enterprises in Vietnam in recent years. Multivariate linear regression method is used to measure the impact of business risk factors based on the financial statement data set of 60 medium and large construction enterprises listed on the Vietnamese stock market from 2018 to 2023. The research results show that enterprises with better risk management capabilities often achieve higher financial performance. The study proposes a number of solutions to improve profitability through multidimensional risk identification and management, helping businesses develop effective response strategies and thereby optimize profits.
Greenwashing and the challenge of sustainable development in the construction industry
Authors: Thinh Pham Ngoc
Published: December 2024

Greenwashing, defined as the dissemination of inaccurate or misleading information regarding the environmental performance of products, services, or brands, has become increasingly prevalent in the construction industry. This study examines the extent and consequences of greenwashing in the sector, focusing on how exaggerated sustainability claims influence stakeholder trust and decision-making. Employing a mixed-methods approach - incorporating content analysis of corporate sustainability reports and surveys of industry experts - the research identifies common greenwashing strategies and evaluates their effects. Findings reveal that overstated environmental claims are pervasive, contributing to a significant decline in stakeholder trust. The discussion addresses the ethical implications of greenwashing, the challenges associated with its detection, and offers solutions to enhance transparency and accountability. This study advances the understanding of greenwashing within the construction industry and provides actionable recommendations to mitigate its negative impact on sustainability initiatives.
Short-term prediction of regional energy consumption by metaheuristic optimized deep learning models
Authors: Nguyen Ngoc-Quang , Nguyen Phuong-Thao-Nguyen , Truong Quynh-Chau
Published: December 2024

Modern civilization is heavily dependent on energy, which burdens the energy sector. Therefore, a highly accurate energy consumption forecast is essential to provide valuable information for efficient energy distribution and storage. This study proposed a hybrid deep learning model, called I-CNN-JS, by incorporating a jellyfish search (JS) algorithm into an ImageNet-winning convolutional neural network (I-CNN) to predict week-ahead energy consumption. First, numerical data were encoded into grayscale images for input of the proposed model, showcasing the novelty of using image data for analysis. Second, a newly developed metaheuristic optimization algorithm, JS, was used to improving model accuracy. Results showed that the proposed method outperformed conventional numerical input methods. The optimized model yielded a mean absolute percentage error improvement of 0.5% compared to the default models, indicating that JS is a promising method for achieving the optimal hyperparameters. Sensitivity analysis further evaluated the impact of image pixel orientation on performance model.
How to Manage My Data? With Machine--Interpretable GDPR Rights!
Authors: Pandit Harshvardhan J. , Esteves Beatriz , Krog Georg P , Ryan Paul
Published: December 2024

The EU GDPR is a landmark regulation that introduced several rights for individuals to obtain information and control how their personal data is being processed, as well as receive a copy of it. However, there are gaps in the effective use of rights due to each organisation developing custom methods for rights declaration and management. Simultaneously, there is a technological gap as there is no single consistent standards-based mechanism that can automate the handling of rights for both organisations and individuals. In this article, we present a specification for exercising and managing rights in a machine-interpretable format based on semantic web standards. Our approach uses the comprehensive Data Privacy Vocabulary to create a streamlined workflow for individuals to understand what rights exist, how and where to exercise them, and for organisations to effectively manage them. This work pushes the state of the art in GDPR rights management and is crucial for data reuse and rights management under technologically intensive developments, such as Data Spaces.
Generative AI in teacher education: Using AI-enhanced methods to explore teacher educators’ perceptions
Authors: Prilop Christopher Neil , Mah Dana-Kristin , Jacobsen Lucas Jasper , Hansen Rasmus R. , Weber Kira Elena , Hoya Fabian
Published: December 2024

The release of ChatGPT in November 2022 has sparked discussions about integrating Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) into teacher education. Teacher educators, as key facilitators of pre-service teachers, play a critical role in determining the successful adoption of GenAI. Their perceptions guide curriculum redesign, define best practices, and shape pre-service teachers’ experiences with GenAI, potentially multiplying its impact across future classrooms. This mixed-methods study explored Danish teacher educators’ perceptions of GenAI (n = 91), focusing on its transformative potential, challenges, and the knowledge pre-service teachers need to acquire. The study employed innovative methods, including GenAI-enhanced thematic analysis and Natural Language Processing, to analyze qualitative and quantitative data. Results highlight diverse perceptions, ranging from enthusiasm for fostering innovative teaching practices (AI didactics) to concerns about ethical implications, assessment challenges (AI assessment), and safeguarding basic skill acquisition. Teacher educators emphasized the need for pre-service teachers to acquire AI literacies—AI as a teaching tool, content, and learning tool—framed within ethical, cultural, and democratic boundaries. Mediation analyses revealed that intrinsic motivation and confidence significantly predicted teacher educators’ use of GenAI, fully mediating their perceptions of its potential. Findings highlight the importance of professional development initiatives that offer hands-on GenAI experiences and informal, collaborative opportunities to address its rapid development. This study highlights GenAI’s transformative potential for teacher education and the complex skillset pre-service teachers need to engage critically and responsibly, ensuring its integration aligns with educational and societal values.
Cognitive Biases as Mediators Between Child Externalizing Behaviors and Parental Stress: A Dyadic Mediation Model
Authors: Galdiolo Sarah , Philippot Pierre , Jacobs Emilie , roskam isabelle
Published: December 2024

Research has consistently linked preschool child externalizing behaviors with elevated parental stress. Prior studies have highlighted the role of parenting behaviors and parental cognitions, such as self-efficacy beliefs, in mediating this relationship. However, less attention has been given to the possibility that children’s externalizing behaviors may evoke attentional and memory biases in parents, leading them to disproportionately focus on or recall their child’s negative behaviors, thereby contributing to stress. Cognitive biases are recognized mechanisms underlying stress processes. The current study examined (a) whether parental attention and memory biases mediate the relationship between child externalizing behaviors and parental stress, and (b) differences between mothers and fathers in these cognitive pathways (actor effects), as well as potential crossover effects between parents (partner effects). The sample comprised 43 heterosexual couples with at least one child aged 3 to 6 years. Using an actor-partner interdependence model extended to mediation, the results indicate that memory biases—but not attentional biases—mediate the relationship between child externalizing behaviors and parental stress, particularly for fathers. Fathers were more likely to recall their child’s negative emotions and behaviors, which contributed to higher stress. No significant crossover effects were observed between mothers and fathers. These findings suggest that interventions, particularly those targeting memory bias modification, may be especially beneficial for fathers by addressing early cognitive schemas related to their child’s behavior.