bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Invisible Student: Benefits and Challenges of Part-time Doctoral Studies
Authors: Bates Peter , Goff Lori
Published: June 2024

This autoethnographic study explores the experiences of two part-time doctoral students as we document our journey of balancing our multiple competing roles. As we reflected and consulted the literature, we began to identify many benefits and challenges that part-time candidature brings to students, universities and employers. Through our autoethnographic analysis, considered in the context of research, we hope to shed light on the part-time doctoral student experience and raise awareness of the benefits that part-time students can bring to universities and to society.
Post-secondary students’ views on health: Support for individual and social health determinants
Authors: Shyleyko Robert , Godley Jenny
Published: June 2024

This paper examines how post-secondary students understand health, and whether opinions about health are correlated with area of study. We present results from an online survey administered in 2011 to 287 students at one post-secondary institution in Western Canada. Overall, the survey students are more likely to adopt an individualistic, rather than a social, view of health determinants. Several demographic variables, including sex and political affiliation are associated with adopting a more individualistic view of health. However, students in the Health Sciences are significantly more likely to support the social determinants of health perspective. These results suggest that medical and health science educators at this post-secondary institution may be heeding the century-old call to address social structural causes of health inequalities in their curricula.
Career Paths in Educational Leadership: Examining Principals’ Narratives
Authors: Parylo Oksana , Zepeda Sally J. , Bengtson Ed
Published: June 2024

This qualitative study analyzes the career path narratives of active principals. Structural narrative analysis was supplemented with sociolinguistic theory and thematic narrative analysis to discern the similarities and differences, as well as the patterns in the language used by participating principals. Thematic analysis found four major themes in the narratives: (1) passion for teaching and education; (2) external motivation to become a principal; (3) importance of the experience as an assistant principal; and (4) recent changes in the principalship. While all of the participants acknowledged difficulties associated with the principalship, the findings revealed differences between male and female leaders’ narratives in terms of structure, content, and style as well as certain similarities.
Influence of Teacher Support and Personal Relevance on Academic Self-Efficacy and Enjoyment of Mathematics Lessons: A Structural Equation Modeling Approach
Authors: Aldridge Jill M. , Afari Ernest , Fraser Barry J.
Published: June 2024

The purpose of our study was to examine the effects of two psychosocial features of the classroom environment (teacher support and personal relevance) on college students’ academic self-efficacy and enjoyment of mathematics lessons. Data collected from 352 mathematics students attending three higher education institutions in the United Arab Emirates were used to validate the questionnaires and to investigate the hypothesized relationships. Structural equation modeling analysis suggests that teacher support and personal relevance are influential predictors of enjoyment of mathematics lessons and academic self-efficacy.
Karwan, Eşîr û Bazinbelek: Nêrînek li Varyantên Filîtê Quto
Authors: Yorğun Tarık
Published: June 2024

Kilama dirêj a bi navê Filîtê Quto tê nasîn, yek ji wan vegêrana ye ku di nava kurdan da gelek berbelav e û ji aliyê gelek dengbêjên ji herêmên cuda ve tête gotin. Ev vegêran xwe dispêre şerekî di navbera du eşîran da ku di dawîya sedsala 19an da li herêma Bişêriya Batmanê qewimîye. Qewama ku zêdetir bi navê Filîtê Quto belav bûye, di gewher de ji ber babeta bacwergirtina ji karwanên eşîra Etmanekan derketiye holê. Ji ber navdarbûn û berbelaviya xwe di nav çanda devkî û civaka kurdî da, ev qewimîn bûye babeta vegêranên cihêreng ên wekî stran, kilam û kilamên dirêj û herwiha bûye babeta xebat û vekolînan. Ji ber ku li qadeke berfireh tê vegêran, li gorî varyantan hin xalên vegêranê da guhertinên berçav derdikevin pêş. Ev xebat dixwaze xelekên sereke yên ku di navbera varyantan da diguherin, tespît bike û wan li gorî epîzodên varyantan bide ber hevdu. Her wiha ev xebat hewl dide rola çanda devkî û dengbêjîya kurdî binirxîne di çarçoveya belavkirin û navdarkirina van qewamên sedsala dawî di nav civaka kurdî da. Di vê xebatê de, kilama Nuroyê Meter ku yek ji vegêrana herî dirêj û kamil a li ser Filîtê Quto ye hate bernivîsandin. Di kilama Nuroyê Meter de, rêzêrûdana vegêranê ji amadekariya karwanê eşîra Etmaneka dest pê dike û gelek xalên sereke yên vegêranê yên wekî taybetîyên karwanan, armanca bazirganîyê, dîyalogên bi bazirgana ra û her wiha daxwaza Elî Etmanekî ya dîtîna Almas Xanimê û kuştina Filîtê Quto tê da bi hûrgilî tên behskirin. Çend xalên sereke yên cudahîya vê vegêranê ji bo danberheviya bi varyantên din re wekî bingeh hate bikaranîn.
Quality of Service Based on Scheduling in Cloud/Fog Environment
Authors: Mall Lakshya , Vashisht Priyanka , Narang Ashima
Published: June 2024

In the area of fog and cloud computing, efficient work scheduling is critical for optimising resource allocation and raising Quality of Service (QOS) levels. Research in this area has resulted in a variety of ways for dealing with this problem. One line of research focuses on lowering data latency and improving QOS in fog-cloud systems by precise job scheduling. This requires intelligently dividing jobs across fog and cloud resources to reduce data processing and delivery delays, ultimately improving the overall user experience. Furthermore, the investigation encompasses novel methodologies such as hybrid evolutionary algorithms and heuristic strategies. These approaches seek to create a compromise between competing objectives, such as cost and energy efficiency, while also achieving QOS criteria. Researchers aim to develop scheduling systems that optimise resource utilisation and reduce operating costs without sacrificing service quality by applying evolutionary concepts or combining heuristic methods. Furthermore, ongoing discussions focus on improving resource scheduling approaches to achieve optimal QOS results. This entails continual evaluation and adaption of scheduling algorithms to changing environmental conditions, workload fluctuations, and user requests. Furthermore, developing methodologies such as the CODA approach provide intriguing avenues for efficient job scheduling in fog computing settings, with the potential to revolutionise future resource allocation and QOS enhancement efforts.
Strengthening Concrete Characteristics through Fiber Additives: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Eid Naji , Zaid Waleed , GÜNAL Ayse Yeter
Published: June 2024

This paper comprehensively reviews the incorporation of waste materials and fibers into concrete to enhance its mechanical properties and environmental sustainability. Waste materials, including carbon fiber, coconut shell aggregate, fly ash, waste glass, and marble waste, have been found to significantly improve concrete properties. For example, carbon fiber admixtures enhance compressive, flexural, and split tensile strength, while fly ash and waste glass replacements improve overall properties. The inclusion of recycled nylon fiber (RNF) and crushed recycled aggregate (CRA) also enhances concrete's mechanical properties, with RNF increasing tensile strength and CRA reducing density. Furthermore, the use of natural fibers like sisal and jute has shown potential for improving compressive strength, tensile strength, and durability. Incorporating these waste materials and fibers into concrete not only enhances its properties but also contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing waste accumulation. Further research is needed to optimize their use for sustainable concrete production, highlighting the importance of utilizing fibers for environmental conservation.
Global Financial Resilience: Assessing Opportunities and Challenges in Cross-Border Insolvency under the Paradigms of Universalism and Territorialism
Authors: Karri Dr. Hari Krishna , Ramachandran Nithya , Reddy Dr. P. Siva
Published: June 2024

As global financial interconnectedness continues to evolve, the complexities of cross-border insolvency pose significant challenges for international finance. This research delves into the paradigms of universalism and territorialism, examining their roles in addressing financial distress across borders. While universalism prioritizes efficiency and fairness, it faces challenges in coordinating across jurisdictions. Territorialism, on the other hand, respects national sovereignty but risks fragmentation and unfair treatment of creditors. The study argues for a pragmatic approach that combines the strengths of both, emphasizing harmonization, cooperation, and streamlined processes for effective cross-border insolvency resolution. This research contributes to building global financial resilience by advocating for a balance between national interests and international collaboration.
Comparative efficacy of different broad-spectrumweedicides on wheat crop and their impact on yield
Authors: Imran Muhammad , Rasul Amer , Arshad Israr , Ul Haq Arfan , Nadeem Asghar Muhammad
Published: June 2024

Wheat Triticum aestivum L. is cereal and the predominant food crop in Pakistan, cultivated on an area of greater than one million hectares. A number of factors, including weeds, have affected yield in this crop. The weeds are competing with wheat plants for moisture, space, nutrients, light and a number of other growth factors which contribute to low yield and are determental to the quality of produce. A yield loss of 10 to 60% can be attributed to weeds. In fact, the only acceptable method of weed control will be the use of herbicides, due to rising labour and power costs. An experiment was laid out under irrigation system in Tehsil Samundri, to determine the broad and narrow leaf weed population in different area in wheat crop field and efficacy of five different broad spectrum weedicides during Rabi crop season. The experiment was laid out in Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with three replications, with plot size of 200x 180 m2. Five different herbicides were applied as Atlantis 3.6 % WG @100 gm/ Acre, Isoproturan 50 % WP @ 800gm / Acre, Affinity 50 WP @ 800 gm/Acre, Proturon 50 % WP @ 800 gm/Acre and Pallas 45OD @ 160ml/Acre with control treatment. An average of 50.63/ m2 of weed population was observed. All weedicides significantly decreased weed population over control and maximum grain yield (40.55mon acre-1) was obtained where Affinity was applied @ 800 gm/acre. It was however statistically at par with the grain yield of 38.40mon acre-1 where Atlantis was applied @ 160 gm/ Ac. The control was obtained from all the herbalicidal applications. Therefore, in order to control broad and narrow leaf weeds and increase the yield of wheat it is recommended that Affinity and Atlantis be applied 800 and 160gm @acres respectively
Legal Legality in Managing UMKM Business Online
Authors:   Faculty of Law, University Bhayangkara Surabaya Indonesia, Hidayat Ahmad
Published: June 2024

Understanding this legality is very important for MSME players. It can also provide confidence to customers, business partners, and investors that the MSME business is run with integrity and in accordance with established standards. The development of information technology in the era of globalisation has caused the world to become free and caused various social dynamics to occur directly, continuously and quickly, so that the life lived by humans feels easier, as well as freedom in making choices in life. What is currently growing rapidly is the occurrence of transactions and buying and selling agreements that do not require direct face-to-face contact, but can be done through the world of information technology connected to the internet network. Through the internet, communities that specialise in trading certain goods are now starting to grow. Business people are now starting to join sites that accommodate their communities. These sites require users to become members first, but some do not. As an online shop that offers goods to be traded via the internet (Ecommerce).
Development of a Contextual Disaster Mitigation Teaching Module for East Java to Increase Student Interest in Social Science
Authors:   Departement of Geography Eduaction, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia, Prasetya Sukma Perdana , Sitohang Lidya Lestari ,   Departement of Geography Eduaction, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia, Fadirubun Fahmi Fahrudin ,   Departement of Geography Eduaction, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the feasibility of developing a teaching module for contextual disaster mitigation material in East Java and to determine students’ responses to the development of a teaching module for contextual disaster mitigation in East Java. The research method uses the four D (4D) design stages, namely, define, design, develop, and disseminate. Data were collected using a questionnaire on a Likert scale to determine the feasibility of the teaching module and students’ responses to the teaching module’s introduction. The results of the questionnaire processing showed that the East Java contextual disaster mitigation teaching module that had been developed received 84% feasibility from experts, so it was considered very suitable for application in learning. In the response aspect, students answered that 68% strongly agreed if the East Java contextual disaster mitigation teaching module was applied in Social Sciences learning.
Lived Experiences of Teacher-Writers during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors:   Sorsogon State University Graduate School, Sorsogon City, Philippines, Jesus Joy P. De , Digo Gerry S. ,   Sorsogon State University Graduate School, Sorsogon City, Philippines
Published: June 2024

During the COVID-19 pandemic, teacher-writers were at the forefront of developing instructional materials that became in demand by both teachers and learners. The instructional materials produced by the teacher-writers served as major learning tools for remediation, enhancement, and mastery of specific learning competencies. An interpretive phenomenological approach was used to examine the lived experiences of these teacher-writers in the province of Sorsogon for the school years 2020-2021 and 2021-2022. It also analyzed the crafting and coping mechanisms faced by the teacher-writers during the pandemic. The data were gathered through a structured interview with seven elementary teacher-writers in the province of Sorsogon. The informants’ responses were transcribed verbatim, translated, and analyzed using an interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) approach. Findings revealed that elementary teacher-writers were adjusting throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, the development of instructional materials, insufficient experience, inadequate training, and a scarcity of resources pose significant challenges for most teacher-writers. However, despite their experiences, teacher-writers have shown optimism to continue as teacher-writers even after the pandemic. As a result, the researchers identified coping mechanisms to help teacher-writers navigate their writing journey beyond the pandemic.
Usos polémicos de los textos de la Antigüedad clásica
Authors: Fierro María Angélica
Published: June 2024

Los trabajos de este libro se proponen explorar zonas de discontinuidad y heteroglosia que se advierten en los textos clásicos y en sus diversas apropiaciones. A partir de una relación crítica pero productiva con la disciplina filológica, se examinan aquí tópicos de la filosofía platónica que lecturas mayormente consagradas con frecuencia han marginado. Algunas de estas temáticas son la desconfianza y el temor frente a la esperanza de una existencia post-mortem, la importancia del cuerpo y la sexualidad, el valor positivo de la retórica. También incursionan los autores de este volumen en las apropiaciones de Filón de Alejandría, Avicena y Wyclif, y estudian diversas lecturas modernas del platonismo, como las del romanticismo, Saki y Blanchot. A través de un recorrido desde la Antigüedad griega hasta nuestra modernidad más próxima, pasando por la época helenística y el Medioevo, estas páginas intentan un desmontaje de la interpretación de los textos filosóficos, a fin de poner al descubierto los supuestos de algunas lecturas tradicionales y de visibilizar áreas silenciadas o poco transitadas, que habilitan otro tipo de usos de las fuentes clásicas.
Opportunities and challenges of public private partnerships on the example of Georgia
Authors:   Grigol Robakidze University, Mumladze Giorgi
Published: June 2024

In the modern world, public-private partnerships (PPPs) are becoming an increasingly popular tool for infrastructure and public service delivery worldwide. As an innovative approach to public procurement, PPPs, the possibilities of public-private partnerships in public administration have also attracted significant attention from academic circles, which makes the study of the issue even more interesting and relevant. In general, the governance literature emphasizes the role of markets, networks, and non-state actors. In doing so, it weakens the distinction between states and other spheres of social order. All social and political regimes seem to depend on a model or form of government, however informal it may be. Global support for public-private partnerships (PPPs) in infrastructure appears stronger than ever. Discussions at a number of summits over the past few years have increasingly focused on the need for massive infrastructure investment in developing countries, particularly low-income countries. Governments in developing countries face enormous challenges in financing, implementing and maintaining the infrastructure to provide and maintain basic services for their citizens and promote economic growth. Despite significant strides in recent years in emerging markets, many people still lack access to reliable and secure basic services. PPPs have shown that they can, under the right circumstances, promote growth and improve service delivery, clearly indicating the importance of PublicPrivate Partnerships (PPPs) for Georgia.
Uso de gamificação para estímulo à diversidade e inclusão
Authors: Santos Siméia de Azevedo , Souza Junior Antonio Vicente Tavares de
Published: June 2024

A partir do cenário de análise de tendências em recrutamento e seleção para recursos humanos, a gamificação é uma das tendências proeminentes no cenário mundial. No Brasil, estudos sobre o mercado de games realizados nos últimos cinco anos, mostram um crescimento do setor de jogos como suporte para a área corporativa, sendo utilizada inclusive como ferramenta para apoiar outros temas em desenvolvimento nas organizações, como a questão da diversidade e da inclusão de grupos sub-representados historicamente nos processos seletivos. Diante dessas informações iniciais e a partir dos estudos sobre o tema gamificação, diversidade e inclusão, o objetivo deste trabalho é investigar como a gamificação pode auxiliar no aumento da diversidade e inclusão em processos de recrutamento e seleção. Na primeira etapa da pesquisa foi realizado de um levantamento do estado da arte sobre o tema a partir de uma revisão sistemática da literatura que aborda conjuntamente os três termos. Na segunda etapa foi realizada uma pesquisa qualitativa a partir de entrevistas realizadas com clientes de uma plataforma que oferece recrutamento e seleção gamificada para empresas, e que tem em seus valores promover a diversidade e inclusão em seus serviços de recrutamento. Nas discussões, foram explorados a percepção de como os temas gamificação, diversidade e inclusão interagem entre si, e o estágio em que se encontra o tema neste grupo, por ser um campo ainda em construção.
WHEN ENERGY BECOMES A LUXURY. CHALLENGES IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ENERGY POVERTY. CONCLUSION FROM THE RESEARCH ON THE CAUSES OF POVERTY IN THE MAZOVIAN VOIVODSHIP
Authors: Szczygieł Oskar , Kalinowski Sławomir , Łuczak Aleksandra
Published: June 2024

Energy poverty affects the poorest people the most. Access to energy services is associated with living conditions. Energy poverty is a multidimensional phenomenon that changes in space and time. Research conducted around the world shows that it is a consequence of several overlapping dimensions: political, economic, health, infrastructural, social, energy transfer and climate.The aim of the article is to assess the scale of energy poverty among beneficiaries of social assistance in the Mazovian Voivodship. The analysis was based on the subjective feelings of satisfaction of energy needs in households benefiting from social assistance, the feeling of thermal comfort and the perception of forms of help. The presented analyzes are based on the research carried out as part of the project “Conducting a study on the causes of poverty in the Mazovian Voivodship on the basis of a prepared methodological report and developing a Program for Counteracting Poverty and Social Exclusion in the Mazovian Voivodeship for the years 2023–2026” commissioned by the Mazovian Center for Social Policy (project no. 3/MCPS/05/2022/B/BS). The research was carried out in the Mazovian Voivodeship from June to July 2022 in the form of individual interviews based on PAPI and CATI research techniques. The study was conducted among 1057 beneficiaries social assistance. Our research shows that among the respondents, almost every third had a problem with sufficient heating of the apartment. Possibilities of heating a dwelling also vary depending on the type of household. People most at risk of energy poverty can be divided into two groups: affected by technical problems of buildings or their installation in place of residence and resulting from socio-economic conditions
Trichomoniasis in kites in Gujarat state
Authors: Jadhav Kirtikumar , Solanki Devasi , Jadhav Shashikant
Published: June 2024

Trichomoniasis, caused by Trichomonas gallinae is a significant parasitic disease affecting kites and other birds. The study investigated its prevalence, mortality, and therapeutic efficacy of metronidazole. Among 897 kites studied during 2021, 51.01% were positive for trichomoniasis. Gross lesions consisted of nodules or abscesses in the oesophagus and pharynx. Histopathological findings revealed epithelial and submucosal ulceration with inflammatory cell infiltration. Mortality increased with severity in lesions. The study highlights the high prevalence of trichomoniasis in kites.  Treatment with oral was attempted and was beneficial in managing the affected birds.
Cartilagem tritícea
Authors: Pacífico Fernando Augusto , Galvão Ismael Felipe Gonçalves , Sousa Filho Gilberto Cunha de
Published: June 2024

A cartilagem tritícea é uma pequena estrutura presente na espessura dos ligamentos tireo-hioideos laterais. Implicações clinico-cirúrgicas podem estar relacionadas a essa estrutura. O estudo visa relatar um caso de presença da cartilagem tritícea e discorrer sobre sua prevalência, distribuição e função. Durante a realização de uma dissecação foi observado no ligamento tireo-hioideo lateral esquerdo, um pequeno nódulo cartilaginoso denominado cartilagem tritícea. Alguns estudos sugerem que a presença da cartilagem tritícea serve para fortalecer o ligamento tireo-hioideo lateral. No entanto, uma teoria bem aceita sugere que a cartilagem não possui função em nossa espécie. Em termos de lateralidade e prevalência, os dados encontrados na literatura variam de acordo como a população estudada.
КЫРГЫЗ АДАБИЯТЫН ОКУТУУДА ОКУУЧУЛАРДЫН КЕП МАДАНИЯТЫН ӨСТҮРҮҮНҮН ДИДАКТИКАЛЫК ПРИНЦИПТЕРИ
Authors: Исакова Светлана
Published: June 2024

Макала тарыхый-педагогикалык планда жазылган, анда улуу педагогдордун дидактика жана дидактикалык принциптер тууралуу айткандарынан тартып, азыркы кыргыз окумуштууларынын кеп маданияты тууралуу ойлору берилген. Окутуунун дидактикалык принциптери, алардын ичинен кеп маданияты, мектепте окуучуларды сүйлөө жана жазуу ишмердүүлүгүнө көнүктүрүү боюнча принциптер жөнүндө ойлор берилет. Кеп маданиятын адабият сабагында өнүктүрүүгө байланыштуу аң-сезимдүүлүк жана активдүүлүк, көрсөтмөлүүлүк, билимдин акырындап жана ырааттуу берилиши (принцип постепенности и систематичности знаний), билим берүүнү практика менен бекемдөө, жеткиликтүүлүк, илимийлүүлүк, уланмалуулук (удаалаштык) принциптери мисал катары алынат.  Азыркы негизги багыты окуучунун предмет боюнча билимдеринин жогорку сапатына гана эмес,анын инсан катары, адептик, ишке жөндөмдүү жана эмгекти жакшы көргөн,интеллектуалдык чыгармачылык жактан активдүүлүгү, кесиптик тагдырынын түзүүчүсү болушуна жетишүүчү даяр окуу материалдарын баяндап берүү менен чектелбей,идеялар,теориялар,концепциялар позициясы проблемаларды жана карама-каршылыктарды көтөрүп,мектепти жаңылоо шарттарында алардын маанисине баа берип жаткан турмуштук чындыкты сын көз карашта талдоону уюштуруу каралган.
Макала мектеп мугалимдерине, жогорку окуу жайларынын окутуучуларына, магистрлерге арналат.
РАЗВИТИЕ ЭМОЦИОНАЛЬНОЙ ОТЗЫВЧИВОСТИ У ДЕТЕЙ РАННЕГО ВОЗРАСТА ЧЕРЕЗ МУЗЫКАЛЬНЫЕ ИГРЫ
Authors: Насирова Ирина
Published: June 2024

В статье рассматривается специфика развития эмоциональной отзывчивости у детей раннего возраста. Основное внимание уделено игровым технологиям, позволяющим развивать эмоциональную отзывчивость в раннем возрасте. Описан практический опыт автора в детском саду, включающий ряд музыкальных игр. Раскрыты важные понятия «музыкальная отзывчивость», «эмоции», «эстетические чувства».
The Application of an Underwater Robot for the Creation of a Database for the Technical Inspection of the Underwater Components of Water Transport and Infrastructure
Authors:   Lithuanian Maritime Academy, Lithuania, Žaglinskis Justas , Noreikaitė Evelina ,   Lithuanian Maritime Academy, Lithuania
Published: June 2024

This paper examines the application of the CHASING M2 PRO MAX underwater robot for the creation of databases for the technical inspection of the underwater components of water transport vehicles and their infrastructure. The paper defines and analyzes specific areas of application for the underwater robot, detailing the characteristics of its control systems that are essential for efficiently and accurately collecting data on water transport vehicles and underwater port infrastructure. Special attention is given to the operations of the technical inspection process of watercraft and port infrastructure. The study analyzes how this robot can improve the data collection process and inspection efficiency. Finally, the underwater inspection process is modeled, demonstrating how the CHASING M2 PRO MAX can be integrated into existing procedures to optimize data collection and analysis. This research opens new possibilities in the field of water transport safety and infrastructure maintenance, providing valuable insights into the application of underwater robot technologies. Keywords: CHASING M2 PRO MAX, ROV, technical inspection of ships and port infrastructure, remotely operated underwater drone, technical inspection, hull inspection, IMO, SQL.
American Sign Language Translation from Deaf-Mute People Based on Novel System
Authors: Sahm Batool A. , Al-Fahaam Hassanin , Jasim Abbas A.
Published: June 2024

This paper presents a system to translate gestures from the American Sign Language alphabet using an instrumented wearable glove. This system represents an attempt to utilize a slide potentiometer in sign language translating. The hardware part of the system consists of five slide potentiometers and two force-sensitive resistors, which are best positioned on a glove, based on the analysis of American Sign Language (ASL) letters. In the software part a neural network is used, which was built and trained using Google Colab and Python as the programming language. The performance of the system was tested on three data sets with different numbers of samples. After that, the letters corresponding to the gestures performed are displayed on a computer screen in real time.
Design and Experiment of Nighttime Greenhouse Tomato Harvesting Robot
Authors: Liu Lei , Yang Qizhi , He Wenbing , Yang Xinyu , Zhou Qin , Addy Min Min
Published: June 2024

In response to the issue of high tomato yield, low efficiency in harvesting tomatoes grown in greenhouses, and low recognition accuracy of nighttime harvesting robots, a design was developed and a robotic system was created specifically for nighttime greenhouse tomato harvesting. The robot employs a vision system and YOLOv5+HSV fusion algorithm to recognize and locate tomatoes. It then transmits this information to the robotic arm. By coordinating the visual system, the robotic arm, the end effector, and the lifting mechanism, the robot accurately picks ripe tomatoes. The robot was subjected to simulated field tests for visual recognition and harvesting, both during daytime and nighttime conditions. The results showed that the success rate of nighttime harvesting was slightly lower than during the daytime but remained at a relatively high level. The daytime harvesting success rate and the average time to pick a single fruit were 87.78% and 15.99 seconds, respectively. The nighttime harvesting success rate and the average time to pick a single fruit were 87.55% and 17.26 seconds, respectively. This approach effectively improves the recognition accuracy and harvesting speed of the harvesting robot, reducing damage to tomatoes during harvesting, and addresses the issues of supplementary lighting and image noise reduction for nighttime harvesting robots.
Analysis of epigenetic knowledge in the management of periodontal diseases
Authors: Paredes Herrera María Eugenia , Miranda Rosero Oswaldo Damián , Tobar Peñaherrera Adriana Nicole , Salazar Durán María de los Ángeles
Published: June 2024

The most common periodontal diseases worldwide are periodontitis and gingivitis. These are infections that affect the structures that support and protect the teeth, known as the supporting periodontium and the protective periodontium, respectively. Despite being so prevalent and having a considerable impact, there is a significant lack of clear and accessible information aimed at the general public about the processes that give rise to them, especially with regard to genetic and epigenetic aspects. This study investigated the relationship between epigenetic knowledge and periodontal health in the population of Los Ríos, examining how understanding epigenetic factors can influence the management of periodontitis and gingivitis, common periodontal diseases that affect the supporting structures and tooth protection. Despite the clinical importance of these disorders, there is a notable lack of accessible information on their underlying genetic and epigenetic mechanisms. The study used surveys and interviews to assess knowledge of epigenetics among residents, and descriptive and inferential statistical analyzes revealed a significant association between epigenetic knowledge and advanced oral health practices. The majority of respondents were found to have limited knowledge about epigenetics, highlighting the urgent need for focused educational programs. Those with a deeper understanding showed more proactive and personalized oral health practices. These findings underscore the importance of epigenetics education as a key strategy to improve periodontal health in the community
Medical Education Abroad: Reflections and Experiences of a Brazilian Student in Paraguay
Authors: Paglioni Salama Eduardo , Gnoatto Fabiana
Published: June 2024

Medical training outside Brazil has emerged as a significant choice for many Brazilians seeking more accessible educational alternatives. This article aims to explore the reflections and experiences of Dr. Fabiana Gnoatto, a former Brazilian student who chose to study medicine in Paraguay. Her account analyzes the challenges she faced, the coping strategies she adopted and the lessons she learned throughout her academic and professional career. Among the main challenges identified was adapting to a different curriculum and varied teaching methodologies, requiring substantial academic flexibility on the part of Brazilians who chose to study medicine in Paraguay. The language barrier, marked by the need to master Spanish in order to follow classes and interact effectively, emerges as one of the greatest difficulties faced by this group. In addition, cultural integration is complex, requiring students to adapt to local customs and practices. The distance from family and friends, combined with academic and personal pressure, tends to generate high levels of stress and anxiety, making it a significant additional challenge. To mitigate these challenges, Brazilian students need to develop a range of strategies that might not be necessary if they were pursuing the same career in their home country. Advance preparation and planning for this student migration is essential to achieving efficient academic performance. Active participation in classes, combined with the formation of study groups, would facilitate understanding, assimilation of content and the exchange of experiences between these individuals who almost always share the same difficulties in adapting. The development of local support networks emerges as a crucial element, providing emotional and practical support. Maintaining constant contact with family and friends, using modern technology, would help to reduce the feeling of isolation. Seeking psychological support, which is essential for dealing with stress, complements adaptation strategies. Participating in cultural activities in the host country, adapting to local customs and lifestyle are also key to successful integration. Dr. Fabiana Gnoatto's experiences show that, with determination, appropriate strategies and support, it is possible to overcome obstacles and achieve a successful medical career without losing quality of life during academic training. Their experiences serve as a paradigmatic guide for future students, helping them to prepare more effectively and face the challenges of international medical training. In this way, they can transform a challenging experience into an opportunity for personal and professional growth, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptation in diverse educational and cultural contexts
Analysis of reading comprehension in underachieving high school students: exploring neuropsychological, metacognitive and motivational factors
Authors: Vélez-Valencia Juan Pablo , Restrepo Carvajal Jorge Emiro
Published: June 2024

Introduction: the ability to comprehend written text is of utmost importance for educational progress in high school, given that most academic content is presented in this format, both in print and digital versions. Recent theoretical approaches and empirical studies in psychology and neuroscience have directed their interest towards explanatory models of reading comprehension that include motivational, neuropsychological and metacognitive elements. Objective: analyze, by means of structural equations, the multivariate effects of motivational, neuropsychological and metacognitive factors on reading comprehension in a group of adolescent high school students with reading difficulties. Methods: a quantitative, observational, cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 200 students between 11 and 18 years of age. Measures used: Academic Motivation and Attributional Styles Scale, Metacognitive Awareness of Reading Strategies Inventory, Regression Digit Retention Subtest, d2 Attention Test, and Inferential Reading Comprehension Test. Results: only working memory showed a statistically significant direct effect on reading comprehension. Although academic motivation, selective attention, and metacognition did not have statistically significant effects on reading comprehension, there were statistically significant effects on reading comprehension.Conclusions: although only working memory had an effect on reading comprehension, a circuit in which other motivational, cognitive and metacognitive variables are associated could be revealed
Self-efficacy and academic procrastination in a sample of university students: A correlational study
Authors: Pizarro-Osorio Giovanna Rocio , Mendoza-Zuñiga Marleni , Pizarro-Osorio Betsabe Lilia , Larico-Uchamaco Guido Raúl , Mamani-Roque Maribel , Mamani-Roque Milton Raul , Aguilar-Velasquez Roberto Anacleto , Huamani-Calloapaza Tatiana Carmen , Pachacutec-Quispicho Ronald
Published: June 2024

Introduction: in the university context, self-efficacy extends beyond mere confidence in a student's academic abilities; it is considered a fundamental pillar that impacts their academic performance, intrinsic motivation, ability to face challenges, and psychological well-being. However, its absence could trigger a series of negative effects on the student and their educational experience.Objective: to determine if self-efficacy is significantly related to academic procrastination in a sample of students from a public university in Peru.Methods: quantitative research, non-experimental design, and cross-sectional correlational type. The sample consisted of 185 students, estimated through probabilistic sampling. The instruments used for data collection were the General Self-Efficacy Scale and the Academic Procrastination Scale, both with adequate psychometric properties.Results: the students were characterized by moderate levels of self-efficacy and low levels of academic procrastination. Additionally, it was determined that the Spearman's rho correlation coefficient for the variables of self-efficacy and academic procrastination was -0,687 (p <0,05). This means that as the belief in one's own ability to succeed academically increases, the tendency to postpone academic tasks decreases.Conclusions: self-efficacy is significantly related to academic procrastination in a sample of students from a public university in Peru. This finding underscores the importance of implementing interventions to strengthen students' self-efficacy while strategically addressing academic procrastination
Managing risk and contractual liability. Part 5: Communication
Authors:   Griffiths & Armour
Published: June 2024

The fifth part of our series from Griffiths & Armour demonstrates how communication failures lie behind many liability claims.
Managing risk and contractual liability. Part 6: Dangerous projects and problem clients
Authors:   Griffiths & Armour
Published: June 2024

The sixth part of our series from insurance broker Griffiths & Armour focuses on problematic projects and clients.
MODERN ASPECTS OF THE USE OF IMMUNOTROPIC DRUGS IN RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS
Authors:   Autonomous Non-profit Organization «International Association of Clinical Pharmacologists and  Pharmacists», Kukes I.V. , Pozdnyakov D.I. ,   Pyatigorsk Medical and Pharmaceutical Institute
Published: June 2024

The action of immunotropic drugs used for the treatment and prevention of respiratory tract infections is aimed at activating and strengthening the body's immune response in the fight against infectious pathogens. Immunotropic drugs are important tools in maintaining and strengthening the body's protective functions. This is especially important in relation to the respiratory tract, as it is one of the main routes of entry for various pathogenic microorganisms. However, despite the large amount of research and accumulated knowledge about the effect of individual immunotropic agents on the immune system, the exact molecular mechanism of action of both synthetic and other immunotropic drugs is not fully understood.
THERAPEUTIC APPROACH TO THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION IN PREGNANT WOMEN: THE ROLE OF β-BLOCKERS
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Kirov State Medical University», Padyganova A.V
Published: June 2024

Abstract. The purpose of the clinical trial was to study the state of the cardiorenal system in pregnant women with chronic arterial hypertension in the second trimester of gestation under the influence of β-blocker therapy. A comprehensive assessment of the cardiorenal system was performed. The results obtained showed the positive effect of antihypertensive therapy on central and peripheral hemodynamics and the functional state of the kidneys.
ATOPIC DERMATITITIS: FEATURES OF SKIN CARE
Authors:   Industry Clinical Diagnostic Center of the Public Joint Stock Company «Gasprom», Clinic No. 3, Sabirova E.Yu.
Published: June 2024

The impact of atopic dermatitis on a patient's life is often underestimated. There is a dissonance between assessments of the severity of the disease and the impact of pathology on the quality of life by the patient and the doctor. Itching, dryness and soreness of the skin, and sleep disturbances are key symptoms that negatively affect the physical health of patients with both mild and severe disease. There are various treatment methods that help cope with this problem.
RECURRENT PAPILLOMATOSIS: DIAGNOSTICS AND TREATMENT. CLINICAL CASE
Authors:   Medical center «OLMED», Pertsova Y.V.
Published: June 2024

Abstract. The human papillomavirus is a serious problem of the 21st century, due to its widespread prevalence, contagiousness and the possible consequences of malignancy of the epithelium affected by it. More and more organs are susceptible to transformation of epithelial cells by the virus into a malignant process (oropharynx, rectum and anal area, as well as the reproductive sections of women and men). There is also the lack of a drug that specifically affects the virus to stop its replication. Therefore, early detection, informing the patient about the possible consequences, observation and timely treatment if necessary, as well as prevention of infection with the human papilloma virus are very important.
INFLUENCE OF LIVE WEIGHT ON STARCH AND N DIGESTION OF CORN-BASED (DRY-ROLLED OR STEAM-FLAKED) FINISHING DIETS FOR HOLSTEIN STEERS
Authors: Chirino Romero Juan Octavio , Montano Gómez Martin Francisco , González Vizcarra Víctor Manuel , Manríquez Núñez Olga Maritza , Barreras Serrano Alberto , Zinn Richard Avery
Published: June 2024

Background. A possible effect of live weight on digestion capacity and starch and nitrogen utilization in cattle has been suggested, however, to our knowledge, this effect has not been evaluated by direct testing. This becomes especially relevant when finishing diets are used, which are characterized by their high percentages of starch and nitrogen Objective: To study the possible effect of live weight (BW) on digestion and utilization of two treatments corn, dry rolled (DR) and steam-flaked (SF). Results. Microbial N and microbial efficiency were not affected by the live weight by corn processing interaction. PV decreased linearly (P<0.01) rumen starch digestion in response to dry-rolled corn, whereas with steamed corn, PV had an opposite effect by linearly (P<0.01) increasing rumen starch digestion. Implications. Attention should not be paid to the live weight of the animals when choosing the type of grain processing. Conclusions. It is concluded that live weight does not have a significant effect on the digestion of corn starch, but there is a quadratic effect on the nitrogen efficiency; however, the direction of this effect (increase or decrease in digestion as PV increases) depends on the type of grain processing.
SENTINEL-2, HERRAMIENTA EN LA SEGURIDAD AGROALIMENTARIA Y AGRICULTURA DE PRECISIÓN
Authors: Lugo-Palacio Aaron David , Lugo-Palacios Raul Eduardo , García-Hernández Jose Luis , Zuñiga-Garcia David Antonio , Rueda Puente Edgar Omar
Published: June 2024

Background. Food production as the world population increases is an issue of global importance, resulting in uncertainty around agri-food security (AS). It is essential to apply new technology that monitors and makes crop management more efficient to achieve sustainable development (SD). One technology responsible for improving conventional farmers' practices is precision agriculture (PA) using tools such as big data analytics, artificial intelligence and geospatial analysis. In this sense, the monitoring of markers through satellite images requires knowledge for adequate interpretations. Some satellites have multispectral images, monitoring with these has demonstrated high precision in predicting crop yields. There are several satellites, Landsat 8 (L8) and Sentinel-2 (S2) are the most advanced and open access. Objective. To present the spectrophotometric fundamentals and current state of remote sensing with S2 multispectral images in relation to problems facing agriculture. It is concluded that remote sensing is a tool that contributes to the proper management of agricultural production, showing high reliability. Methodology. This review was carried out in accordance with the PRISMA statement (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses), a systematic analysis of literature in the databases was carried out. MDPI, Springer Link, Science Direct, Taylor and Francis and Google Scholar were consulted. The key words were “Sentinel-2, R2, Salinity, Pest, Nitrogen, Drought”. Zotero (www.zotero.org) was used as a free access bibliography manager; articles that were not related to the research objectives were excluded. Results. Articles related to the objective of this review were identified in the databases; the study was structured based on the needs of precision agriculture (PA). The importance of adequately managing the water demand of crops, salinity stress, pest detection and the movement of nitrogen (N) in the soil-plant-atmosphere interaction. Implications. Remote perception of phenomena at the field level represents an area for improvement in crop management. Increasing resource efficiency is crucial to achieving agri-food security (AS) and thus part of the sustainable development goals (SDGs). Conclusion. The S2 has multispectral images that, when processed, allow obtaining information about the crop, i.e. monitoring stress, humidity in plants and optimization of plant nutrition. With PA, decisions are made for crop management, costs are reduced by reducing losses due to crop stress, and resource efficiency increases.  
MEMAHAMI ISU KEHIDUPAN SERTA IMPAK COVID-19 TERHADAP GENERASI Y DAN Z
Authors:   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, OMAR NOR EZDIANIE
Published: June 2024

ABSTRAK Generasi Y dan Z dikenali sebagai generasi millenials dan generasi dot.com. Mereka juga digelar ‘technosavy’ dan ‘digital natives.’ Generasi ini dibesarkan dalam persekitaran hidup yang banyak bergantung kepada aplikasi teknologi yang semakin cepat berubah dan canggih. Generasi Y dan Z sinonim dengan kefasihan bahasa komputer, aktif dengan permainan video, cekap menggunakan gajet elektronik dan mahir menggunakan internet. Dari sudut komunikasi digital, generasi ini begitu mengharapkan kepantasan maklum balas apabila berinteraksi. Ini berikutan daripada kebiasaan hidup mereka yang selalu inginkan kepantasan dalam komunikasi serta sikap kurang sabar dan mudah bosan. Mereka juga dikatakan lebih mudah berkomunikasi dengan teknologi berbanding dengan manusia. Dari sudut personaliti, Generasi Y dan Z dinyatakan mempunyai tret personaliti seperti mempunyai keyakinan diri dan konsep kendiri yang tinggi, mementingkan kehidupan yang seimbang, mementingkan keluarga, mempunyai komitmen yang tinggi, suka menyahut cabaran dan sukakan persaingan. Menariknya, mereka juga seakan-akan memiliki pemikiran yang kadangkala sukar dijangka atau difahami oleh orang lain. Mereka adalah kumpulan yang unik dan menjadi agak misteri dalam masyarakat. Generasi Y dan Generasi Z ini juga tidak terlepas daripada berhadapan dengan pelbagai isu kehidupan. Antaranya, mereka adalah kumpulan generasi yang terkesan dengan penularan wabak COVID-19. Justeru, kertas kerja ini merupakan suatu hasil penelitian dan sorotan kajian berkaitan isu kehidupan dan impak COVID-19 dalam kalangan Generasi Y dan Generasi Z di Malaysia.