bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Introducing a Human Activity Recognition Dataset Gathered on Real-Life Conditions
Authors: Daniel Garcia-Gonzalez , Enrique Fernandez-Blanco , Daniel Rivero , Miguel Rodríguez Luaces
Published: November 2023

Human activity recognition (HAR) has garnered significant scientific interest in recent years. The widespread use of smartphones enabled convenient and cost-effective data collection, eliminating the need for additional wearables. Given that, this paper introduces a novel HAR dataset in which participants had freedom in choosing smartphone orientation and placement during activities, ensuring data variability. It also includes contributions from diverse individuals, reflecting unique smartphone usage habits. Moreover, it comprises measurements from accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, and GPS, corresponding to one of four activities: inactive, active, walking, or driving. Unlike other datasets, the collected data in this study were obtained from smartphones used in real-life scenarios
GUANIN: GUi-driven Analyzer for NanoString Interactive Normalization
Authors: Montoto Louzao Julián , Camino-Mera Alba , Martín María J. , Salas Antonio
Published: November 2023

Most tools for NanoString data normalization, aside from the default NanoString nCounter software, are R packages that focus on technical normalization but lack configurable parameters. However, content normalization is the most sensitive, experiment-specific, and relevant step to preprocess NanoString data. Currently, this step requires the use of multiple tools and deep management and understanding of all the normalization process by the researcher. To simplify this crucial step, we have developed GUANIN, a complete normalization tool that offers a wide variety of options to introduce, filter, choose, and evaluate reference genes for content normalization. GUANIN allows, among other features, introducing reference genes from an endogenous subset, a useful approach that addresses the problems associated with the selection of housekeeping genes only. GUANIN allows specific and straightforward normalization approach for each experiment, using a wide variety of parameters with suggested adjustments. GUANIN outperforms other available methods in terms of normalization, especially when comparison groups are defined beforehand, and allows the researcher to comprehensively interact with the preprocessing process without programming knowledge.
Development and forensic study of a ransomware for Android 8.1 devices.
Authors: Torralba Mantiñán Alfonso , López Bravo Cristina , Rivas López José Luis
Published: November 2023

"The world of technology is under attack all the time. The reasons for this range from economic to political and, as a result, there is a need for global awareness of the risks involved. With this, there is also a need for continuous training of cybersecurity professionals. Of all the attacks that cause the most damage to society, especially in the economic sphere, ransomware is the one that leads the ranking. This fact defined the first objective of the Master's thesis presented in this article: the design of a mobile ransomware for devices with Android 8.1 operating system. The aim was to investigate the functioning of ransomware-type viruses at a low level, as well as other related aspects. From the first objective arose the second: to carry out computer forensic studies targeting the previously designed virus. These reports are intended to be used for educational purposes, serving as a procedural guide for university professors or professionals in the sector who are interested in virus forensics. Both objectives were successfully achieved. A ransomware virus was developed, hidden behind a so-called image gallery application. It encrypts certain images on the victim device and sends the encryption key to its own remote server. In addition, two forensic reports were produced in accordance with the appropriate standards. In these reports, each step of the virus analysis was explained in detail. A range of alternative tools to be used by the analyst during the analysis was also included. This document is a brief summary of my Master's Thesis entitled <>. The original document can be accessed via the following link: https://github.com/torralba98/ransomware"
Gestión de riesgos y valoración de recursos naturales
Authors:   Universidad César Vallejo, Ordóñez Sánchez Luis Alberto , Ordóñez Ruiz Karina Milagros ,   Universidad Nacional de San Martin
Published: November 2023

En gestión de riesgos y en valoración de recursos naturales se evaluó la nutrición, el plan estratégico de adaptación al cambio climático en la asociación vivienda Los Algarrobos, los bienes y servicios eco sistémicos del caserío Miguel Grau, Naranjos, Rioja; captura de carbono en las huertas de los lotes urbanos de la ciudad de Soritor y Yantaló. Para la recolección de información se realizaron encuestas, mediciones corporales, mediciones de especies vegetales de huertas urbanas. Los resultados de la evaluación nutricional que se obtuvieron fueron que, el 77% de la población de Santa Clara considera que sí lleva una alimentación adecuada; mientras que el 23% indica lo contrario; por otro lado, el 37% considera que ingiere demasiados carbohidratos; mientras que el 67% tiene una opinión inversa. El 57% de la población de Santa Clara sabe que el exceso de carbohidratos en los alimentos genera enfermedades; mientras que el 43% indica que ignoraba esa información. Con respecto a los hábitos alimenticios, los cinco alimentos que se emplean en orden de prioridad en el desayuno son: pan, leche, café, queso, jugo; en el almuerzo: arroz, pollo, menestras, tallarines, carnes y sopa; en la cena: pan, café, lo mismo del almuerzo, huevo, té y queso con el mismo porcentaje. En lo que se refiere a medidas antropométricas, el 43% de la población ostenta una medida antropométrica buena, dentro del rango normal. De esta cantidad el 62% corresponde a mujeres y el 38% a varones. El 27% de la población tiene sobrepeso. De esta cantidad el 75% corresponde a mujeres y el 25% a varones. El 10% de la población tiene condición de delgadez. En el tipo de hortalizas que consumen los pobladores de Santa Clara, el 43.4% consume tomate, mientras que el 28.3% lechuga; el 22.6% cebolla, y en mínimas cantidades 5.7% consume repollo. En actividades económicas ecológicas, la población de Oromina está conformada por 30 familias y 108 habitantes, con 3,6 integrantes del componente familiar. El 53% de los habitantes procede de Moyobamba, que sumados al 7% de Juanjui, son los 60% procedentes del departamento de San Martín. El 13% procede de Arequipa y el 10% de Cajamarca, solo el 3% procede de Piura. En Soritor, existen 8 253 lotes urbanos, que suman 480 hectáreas; de esta superficie el 33% son huertas (159 hectáreas). La huerta de un lote urbano de Soritor, acumula 0.17 toneladas de biomasa en cinco fuentes: árboles, arbustos, hierbas, raíces y hojarascas. Las huertas de 8253 lotes urbanos de Soritor, acumulan 279 toneladas. Las 8 253 huertas de Soritor, capturan 7 426 toneladas de carbono. La huerta de un lote urbano de Soritor, captura 0,9 toneladas de carbono. El valor del carbono en las 8253 huertas de Soritor es de 117 810 dólares, para el año 2018 y 471 238 dólares para el año 2020. En las huertas existen 7 especies de árboles, 10 de arbustos y 20 de hierbas. Total 37 especies.
Communication Network on Social Capital Relations of Salt Production Workers
Authors: Sofyan Imam , Rosyidi Moch. Imron , Moertijoso R. Bambang
Published: November 2023

Statistically, the production of people’s salt is still the most abundant national-scale salt production in Indonesia. Madura Island, the largest salt-producing island in Indonesia, also contributes the largest labor force in Indonesia. This shows that the potential for workers in Madura is still very significant. Therefore, this research aims to see the communication network of salt production workers in Madura. This study uses a descriptive quantitative method with a communication network analysis approach. The study shows that the mapping of social capital relations in people’s salt production can be seen from three relationships: bonding, bridging, and linking. In bonding relations, where the internal labor is still dominated by a few people, the hubs or links in the sociogram are seen to be centered on only one point. Meanwhile, the bridging relation is evenly distributed. This shows the opportunity for workers to strengthen their bias capacity with a demonstration plot mechanism and learn from others in need outside their community. Moreover, in the linking relationship, there is a wide gap in the community.
A Systematic Literature Review and Bibliometric Analysis of Developing Music as A Foundation for Health Communication
Authors: Fadillah Dani , Sularso Sularso , Huiqian Zhou
Published: November 2023

This research will serve as a major source of information for scientists who specialize in the study of health communication, particularly that related to music’s role. This study aims to assess how the field of research on the role of music in health communication has developed. The Scopus database was searched using the keywords “music” and “health communication” to find 904 documents containing this study’s data. After that, the author offers search parameters by only including publications in English-language journals between 2014 and 2022. As a result of these limitations, 300 document results were found that matched the required criteria. The VOSviewer and Bibliometric software were used to process the data. This research found that music has a significant role in health communication, particularly when it comes to issues involving mental health, such as depression, dementia, and anxiety in both adults and children. In the future, this research can be developed regarding how health communication can be developed through media intermediaries other than music.
Utilizing YouTube for The Local Film Culture Expansion
Authors: Suwarto Dyna Herlina , Annisa Firly , Kulau Febriansyah
Published: November 2023

This article explore the role of YouTube in developing local film culture. The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted various local short film festivals and screenings. Local filmmakers are trying to find alternative channels to show their short films via YouTube. Using the media industries studies perspective, this research offers two cases, Tilik and Loz Jogjakartoz, to study the role of YouTube for local film the promotion and distribution. Based on in-depth interviews, Ravacana Films and Kebon Ijo Studio implement specific strategies such as film upload timing, social media promotion and audience attention management so that their films trend on YouTube. This research reveals that YouTube can play an important role in connecting local filmmakers with audiences and the national film industry.
Social Media as a Political Platform in Africa: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Musa Hussein Gibreel , Kumalasari Ana , Musa Alnour Abobaker  Mohamed
Published: November 2023

This study employs bibliometric analysis to scrutinize the pivotal journals, institutions, and countries at the nexus of social media and political discourse in Africa. Utilizing VOSviewer, a dataset of 123 publications from 2013 to 2023 was culled from Scopus Database. The analysis encompasses diverse methodologies, each tailored to the specific nature of bibliometric investigation. "Information, Communication and Society" emerged as the foremost journal in this domain, while South Africa spearheaded contributions, followed by the United States and the United Kingdom. The National Research Foundation played a prominent role as an influential institution. Notably, four distinct thematic clusters emerged, illuminating significant research areas such as the role of political platforms on human rights, the influence of social media on community engagement, the impact of media platforms on African conflicts, and social media's contribution to freedom through discourse. This study represents a pioneering bibliometric endeavor in comprehensively gauging the landscape of social media and politics in Africa, offering valuable insights for scholars and policymakers navigating this dynamic terrain.
Ultrasound guided platelet rich plasma or corticosteroid for supraspinatus tendonosis or partial tear: an observational study of clinical outcome
Authors: Dasgupta Tirthankar , Das Mainak , Gogia Tushar , Singh Narender , Tiwary Aashish , Verma Vaibhav
Published: November 2023

Background: The clinical application of platelet rich plasma (PRP) in rotator cuff tears has increased recently. Many studies have found no difference between placebo controls and PRP and corticosteroids (CS) and some have found more rapid benefits with PRP injections. The present study was undertaken with the objectives to observe and assess efficacies of the two different treatment modalities in terms of symptomatic relief and recovery of ROM and to ascertain the duration of symptom free period and functional improvement on follow up.
Methods: Observational clinical outcome study, conducted at a tertiary care hospital between September 2020 and March 2022 after institute ethical committee clearance. A total of 100 patients, with a positive clinical test for supraspinatus and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) suggestive of supraspinatus tendinitis were divided to 2 groups and based on whether they received either intra-articular CS or PRP injection under ultrasonography (USG) guidance All patients were followed up at for assessing the outcomes at 6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months from intervention
Results: The clinical outcome of the group receiving the PRP was better than group receiving CS intervention.
Conclusions: PRP should therefore be considered as a viable option to treat supraspinatus tendinopathy/partial tear as it is cheap, readily available modality using patients own blood which is more acceptable to patient and also safe to individual where complications related to corticosteroids anticipated. Ultrasound guided procedure were found to enhance the accuracy of injection.
Vacuum-assisted caesarean delivery assessment of maternal & fetal outcome
Authors: Agarwal Manisha , Solanki Sweekrati , Sachau Sumedha
Published: November 2023

: The baby is delivered via incisions made in the mother's abdomen and uterus during a Caesarean delivery, sometimes known as a C-section. Whether medically necessary or elective, caesarean sections have increased sharply in recent decades all throughout the world, exceeding the WHO-recommended 10-15% rate. Every effort should be taken to give cesarean sections to women in need rather than aiming to achieve a target rate, according to a 2015 WHO statement. Therefore, we must investigate the strategies that can improve CD's maternal and neonatal health condition. This study compares the outcomes for the mother and the newborn in the vacuum-assisted CD and manual CD groups.

: A progressive study was conducted at Lucknow's Green cross Hospital between June 2012 and April 2018. 500 pregnant ladies took part in this study as participants. This research was approved by the institutional human ethical committee. 250 caesarean sections were performed as part of this cohort study, each with vacuum assistance utilizing a soft cup vacuum extractor on the fetal scalp and manual removal of the skull as usual with fundal compression as support. Due to the absence of uterine activity and amniotic fluid, all of the patients underwent preplanned caesarean sections.

The study's findings showed that manual extraction Caesarean birth is inferior to vacuum-assisted Caesarean delivery. Additionally, it was noted that Vacuum Assisted Caesarean Delivery resulted in less uterine incision extension, estimated blood loss, and maternal discomfort.

: There was no difference between Vacuum and Manual Extraction caesarean deliveries in terms of Apgar Score, the requirement for infant resuscitation, or admission to the NICU.
Non-pneumatic anti-shock garment (NASG) and balloon tamponade decrease maternal mortality and morbidity from Obstetrics Haemorrhage: A prospective observational study
Authors: Zarariya Ashish , Chaubey Arya , Harikanth Disha Rama
Published: November 2023

Obstetric haemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality and morbidity worldwide.

A prospective observational study was conducted among 132 women admitted, booked/referred, at tertiary care centre with Obstetric Haemorrhage for 2 years period. Of these 71 patients had received Non-pneumatic antishock garment and / or Uterine Balloon Tamponade (Group 1) and 61 didn’t receive any (Group 2). Both groups were observed for its outcome.

The socio-demographic parameters and obstetric characteristics among both groups were comparable. However, there were differences in their outcomes and complications. Surgical interventions were more among group 2 as compared to group 1, B-lynch/Modified B-lynch (8.4% vs. 1.6%), Stepwise devascularisation (2.8% vs. 1.6%) and Obstetric hysterectomy (7.0% vs. 3.2%). There was significantly more blood loss in Group 2 than group 1. Duration of hospital stay was significantly shorter (9.8±2.7 days) in Group 1 as compared to Group 2 (12.7±3.6). The shock index after intervention was significantly smaller (0.7±0.1) in Group 1 in comparison to Group 2 (0.8±0.1) and Group 1 required significantly less number of blood and blood products as compared to group 2. 19.7% required ICU admission in group 1 and 24.6% in Group 2. There was no mortality in group 1 and 3 patients died in group 2.

NASG and UBT is both life-saving and cost effective and can become the first defence against Obstetric Haemorrhage.
La circulación y el comercio de música en el Virreinato del Perú (1773-1821)
Authors: Vera Aguilera Alejandro
Published: November 2023

El presente trabajo consiste en un análisis sistemático y a gran escala de los registros de aduana de Lima durante el período colonial tardío, con el fin de incrementar el conocimiento sobre el comercio y la circulación de música tanto en dicha ciudad como en el Virreinato del Perú. El análisis de estas fuentes ofrece valiosa información sobre la importación y exportación de partituras, instrumentos y otros objetos de índole musical en la región. De esta forma, contribuye a subsanar en parte dos grandes vacíos: primero, el conocimiento relativamente escaso que aún se tiene sobre la vida musical en la Lima virreinal, pese a los valiosos trabajos de Robert Stevenson, Andrés Sas y Juan Carlos Estenssoro; y segundo, la resistencia de los estudiosos del período tanto a emprender análisis de conjunto como a emplear los métodos cuantitativos y medios tecnológicos que hoy existen para ello.
La escala de tonos enteros: perspectiva historiográfica
Authors: de la Fuente Charfolé José Luis
Published: November 2023

Realizar una revisión historiográfica –no exhaustiva– relacionada con la escala de tonos enteros no sólo es necesaria para fundamentar el estado del conocimiento sobre el material; además, será útil si permite establecer un punto de partida hacia caminos nuevos e interrelacionados de aplicación compositiva, para el avance de disciplinas como la teoría y el análisis musical y, en todo caso, para una mejor comprensión de su presencia dentro del proceso histórico evolutivo de la música occidental en general.
La labor pedagógica de Emilio Arrieta a la luz de su archivo personal
Authors: Pascual León Nieves
Published: November 2023

Emilio Arrieta (1823-1894) trabajó durante casi cuatro décadas en el Conservatorio de Música de Madrid, primero como profesor de Composición y, más tarde, desempeñando el cargo de director. Durante la segunda mitad del siglo XIX, los cambios políticos y económicos ejercieron una notable influencia en la institución del Conservatorio y motivaron una continua revisión de la legislación que regulaba estas enseñanzas. La reputación de Arrieta como compositor de ópera y zarzuela, y su experta visión de la educación musical basada en conocimiento de otros centros extranjeros fueron fundamentales en el desarrollo del entonces incipiente sistema de educación musical y siguen siendo patentes en las bases de nuestro actual sistema.
Goldberg, K. M. (2023). Sonidos negros. Sobre la negritud del flamenco [Traducción de K. Mora]. Granada: Libargo, 398 pp. ISBN: 978-84-948136-9-6.
Authors: Sánchez Rodríguez Virginia
Published: November 2023

Reseñas de libros
Postać strasznej zakonnicy jako chwyt narracyjny we współczesnych horrorach
Authors: Dunin-Wilczyński Stanisław
Published: November 2023

Artykuł omawia rolę lokalizacji strachu przed nadprzyrodzonymi siłami oraz lęków związanych z organizowaną religią i zmianą porządku w horrorach o zakonnicach. Punktem wyjścia jest spojrzenie, jak postać zakonnicy funkcjonowała dotychczas w kinie grozy, ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem nurtu nunsploitation. Lokalizacje odgrywają kluczową rolę w tworzeniu atmosfery grozy. Klasztory stanowią doskonałe tło dla twórców dążących do wywołania złowieszczego nastroju. Zakony kojarzą się z tajemniczością, izolacją i odosobnieniem bohaterów, wzmagając uczucie strachu. Ponadto, horrorom o zakonnicach towarzyszy inwersja wyobrażeń na temat instytucji religijnych. Klasztory, które powinny być miejscem dobroczynności, stają się domami zła. Motyw przekształcenia czystości w zepsucie ilustruje deprawującą moc fikcyjnych demonów. Artykuł analizując, jak horrorom o zakonnicach udaje się wywołać uczucie strachu, opisuje również kulturową i społeczną wymowę tych filmów w kontekście lęków oraz zmieniającej się wizji Kościoła i jego roli.
Nowa polityka reprezentacji różnorodności w amerykańskim przemyśle audiowizualnym jako przykład negocjacji znaczeń
Authors: Morozow Iwona
Published: November 2023

Przemysł audiowizualny w tzw. erze „post-Weinstein” zaproponował szereg rozwiązań, przekładający się na codzienną sytuację kobiet funkcjonujących w branży. Drugim obserwowalnym elementem jest kształt współczesnych narracji o kobietach, przedstawianych w kategoriach emancypacji, inkluzywności, ale będący też efektem monetyzacji feministycznych trendów. Wszystko to przekłada się na programowe zwiększenie obecności postaci kobiecych w rolach protagonistek, czy też uważniejsze, mniej stereotypowe ich tworzenie i różnorodne reprezentacje w ramach gatunków. Autorka zajmuje się badaniem dyskursów związanych z nową polityką różnorodności w branży audiowizualnej, skupiając się na analizie wybranego przykładu filmu – „Wonder Woman” w reż. Patty Jenkins, często określanego jako początek nowego, subersywnego feminizmu. W analizie wykorzystane zostaną ustalenia brytyjskich studiów kulturowych w zakresie kodowania i dekodowania, a celem będzie określenie stosunku wybranych treści do hegemonicznej narracji, zaś ostatecznie przyjrzenie się i wnioskowanie o dotychczasowych efektach programowych zmian.
Exploring Factors Affecting Student-Professors Communication at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Authors: M Rasoulian Kasrineh , M Rassoulian Kasrineh , V Ghorani , SM Tabatabaei
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Establishing effective communication between professors and students is very important in the university environment and it can have a significant impact on the academic and professional success of students. This study aimed to to identify the factors affecting the relationship between students and professors at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences.
Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in 2022 on medical basic sciences students an data were gathered through a standard questionnaire containing demographic information and 35 questions about the factors affecting the relationship between students and professors. The data were analyzed using SPSS software and an independent t-test.
Results: In this study, 69% of the students were male and 73% were single. According to the students' opinions, the speaking skills (77%), physical appearance (33%), rank (31.5%), maintaining the dignity and respect of students (25%), empathy and mutual understanding (19%) had the most significant impact on establishing a relationship between them and professors. However, the professor's age proximity to the student (15%), good listening skills and appropriate response to questions (15%), receptivity to criticism (13%), use of communication techniques (10%), and adherence to ethical principles (9%) had the least impact. Among all demographic variables, only sex had a signifant relationship with personal abilities dimension.
Conclusion: Based on the results, it seems that most communication factors are important. Improving these relationships and focusing on effective factors can help improve students' academic status and organizationally lead to better efficiency and performance of the university.
Comparison of Students' Satisfaction with Holding Electronic and Traditional Exams in Ferdows City Paramedical and Health Faculty
Authors: E Sayyad Mohammadi , F Bahador , A Sabahi , P Marouzi
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Tests are one of the methods used in universities to measure and evaluate students' learning. Electronic and traditional tests have their unique strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to compare two methods of holding electronic and conventional tests from the perspective of students in the Ferdows Health and Para Medical School.
Method: The current research was carried out in a cross-sectional-analytical way. 201 students were questioned for this research. In order to collect information, a researcher-made questionnaire was used. Its reliability is approved by experts and validity is measured by Kronbakh Alpha74%. Data were analyzed using STATA version 13 software and using descriptive and analytical methods.
Results: The results showed that there was a significant difference between students' satisfaction with traditional and electronic tests (P < 0.05). And traditional tests satisfaction was more than electronic ones. Also, there was a significant relationship between students' satisfaction level and the academic semester in traditional exams (P < 0.05) so the average level of satisfaction of students in higher semesters is higher.
Conclusion: Based on the study findings, students' satisfaction with the traditional test is more than the electronic test, so it is suggested that educational institutions take the necessary measures and plans in order to obtain satisfaction from students with the electronic tests and solve the problems of these tests.
A Mediator Between Sharia and State Law: Aḥmad al-Khamlīshī’s Legal Thinking and Contribution to Reforms
Authors: YAVUZ ALTINTAŞ Miyase
Published: November 2023

With the 2004 reforms on the Moroccan Personal Status Law, the Moroccan Family Code (Mudawwanah) is considered one of the most egalitarian codes in the Muslim World. The reforms was a product of long-lasting public debates for decades in Morocco. Aḥmad al-Khamlīshī has been actively involved in the debate since the beginning of the 1980s and explained that the Personal Status Law is man-made law open to interpretation, revision of which should be undertaken through ijtihād. Shortly after ascending to the throne, in 2001, the King Mohammed VI appointed the Royal Advisory Commission in charge to reform the Moroccan Personal Status Code. The King charged the commission for making a substantial change in the Code by respecting the main objectives of Sharia (maqāsid al-Sharia) and also responding to the necessities of the time and society by means of exercising ijtihād. He encouraged members of the commission to consider the public interest and to strive for consensus and moderation in any proposed changes. The commission worked for around two and a half years on the proposed changes, but could not reach a consensus on many issues. Everyone on the commission has, more or less, had some leaning towards either of the two main groups, namely, the reformists and traditionalists. Aḥmad al-Khamlīshī was one of the members of the Royal Advisory Commission. He was a person who shared views of the reformist group, but also used the language of the traditionalists. He became a reference point for reformist groups with his critical but moderate views that remain within the Islamic legal framework. In this paper, I argue that al-Khamlīshī was the mastermind behind the reforms of 2004. By applying data analysis method, this study primarly uses al-Khamlīshī’s writings, his interviews and speeches. To reveal the difference and similarities of his understanding, the literature was consulted and comparisons were made. Following a brief background, this paper will discuss al-Khamlīshī’s mediating role between text and context, his influence on the debate of family law reforms, and thus his stance on Sharia-state relations. This paper will then focus on his understanding of ijtihād with reference to his views on the concept of the closure of the gate of ijtihād, qualifications of mujtahid (one who is capable to deduce legal rulings from the revealed texts), and his suggestion on collective type of ijtihād (ijtihād jamā’iʻ); as it was exercised by the Advisory Commission. Al-Khamlīshī’s methods of legal reasoning will be examined with regard to family law.
Investigation of the Damages Due to Heavy Earthen Roofs on Masonry Buildings during the Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes
Authors: IŞIK Ercan , AVCIL Fatih , ARKAN Enes , İZOL Rabia
Published: November 2023

Kahramanmaraş earthquakes, which occurred on 06 February 2023 at 4.17 (Pazarcık) and 13.24 (Elbistan) local time, caused very important structural damages in both urban and rural building stock. This paper deals with field investigations involving structural damages in masonry buildings with heavy earthen roofs after the Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. It also includes location-specific earthquake ground accelerations and response spectra for these earthquakes. 11 provinces were affected by the earthquakes that occurred on the same day, and more than 300,000 buildings were damaged or collapsed. With the examinations made in rural areas, it has been observed that the dominant building stock is masonry buildings and these buildings are mostly built using heavy earthen roofs and wooden beams. Especially in buildings where the wooden beams are not properly connected to the wall, it has been observed that the roof collapses completely or causes out-of-plane damage to the wall as a result of the large moments of inertia it creates. It has been observed that most of the buildings built in rural areas are not built in accordance with the regulations and are built without any engineering service.
Voltammetric performance of nanofiber structured over-oxidized poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) modified pencil graphite electrodes for dobutamine sensing
Authors: ÖZBEK Ayşegül , ÖZCAN Levent
Published: November 2023

A modified electrode was developed for the electrochemical sensing of dobutamine (DBT), one of the catecholamines. For this modification process, pencil graphite electrodes (PGE) were modified with over-oxidized nanofiber structured poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PGE/OPEDOTNF) by electropolymerization. The electrochemical performance of PGE/OPEDOTNF was evaluated by cyclic and differential pulse voltammetry. In addition, the performances of non-nanofiber PEDOT-modified PGE electrodes were also examined for comparison. The characterization of the modified electrodes was carried out by scanning electron microscopy and electrochemical methods. The signal of the modified electrodes was observed in a linear range of 0.1-2.0 µM against DBT using the differential pulse voltammetry method. The limit of detection and quantification are calculated as 0.026 µM and 0.086 µM, respectively. The effect of the interfering species was examined. It has been shown that DBT can be detected sensitively and selectively using pencil graphite electrodes modified with nanofiber-structured poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene). The repeatability of PGE/OPEDOTNF electrodes was found to be 5.2%. PGE/OPEDOTNF electrodes remained stable for 15 days without losing their electrochemical activity.
Sorption Behaviors of Amorphous Titanium Phosphate Towards Neodymium and Dysprosium
Authors: İNAN Süleyman
Published: November 2023

Due to the limited supply of critical metals, their recovery from alternative sources has become a very important issue. In particular, end-of-life magnets contain significant amounts of neodymium (Nd) and dysprosium (Dy) ions and are considered secondary sources. The present study focused on the sorption and separation performance of titanium phosphate for Nd and Dy ions in an aqueous solution. In this regard, amorphous titanium phosphate (am‐TiP) was prepared via one‐step precipitation. XRD, SEM‐EDS, FTIR, and BET analysis were utilized to enlighten the morphological, structural, and surface properties of am‐TiP. The uptake of Nd3+ and Dy3+ ions was examined individually and in multiple element solutions depending on solution pH, contact time, metal concentration, and the presence of Co2+ ions. The maximum uptake capacity was 40.16 mg/g at pH 6 for Nd3+ and 26.95 mg/g at pH 4 for Dy3+. Am‐TiP has been observed to exhibit selectivity towards Nd3+ and Dy3+ ions in solutions containing Co2+ ions. The highest desorption yields obtained for Nd3+ and Dy3+ using 1.0 mol/L HCl were 95.2% and 97.4%, respectively.
Effect of Replacement of Soybean Meal with Sesame Meal in The Diet of Thai-Chitralada Strain of Oreochromis niloticus (L)
Authors: Priyatharshni A. , Ruby P. , Antony Cheryl , Rajagopalsamy C.B.T.
Published: November 2023

Background: The present study was aimed to determine effect of replacement of soybean meal (SBM) with sesame meal (SSM) in the diet of Juvenile Thai chitralada tilapia. Methods: The study was undertaken with different inclusion levels of sesame meal (SSM) such as T1 (25% SSM), T2 (30% SSM), T3 (35% SSM) and control feed (C) for a period of 90 days. Result: Thai-Chitralada tilapia fed with T3 (35% SSM) diet attained maximum mean weight gain (28.09 g), highest specific growth rate (SGR) (2.69%), best feed conversion ratio (FCR) (1.04), maximum average daily growth (ADG) (0.31 g) and maximum protein efficiency ratio (PER) (8.87). The lowest growth rate (GR) was observed in the group fed with control diet. Diets with 35% SSM replacement upon SBM showed higher amino acid (AA) profile than other treatments and control diet. Analysed AA profile in T3 - 35% SSM was Arg - 2.88, Hist - 0.86, Isol - 0.92, Leu - 2.60, Lys - 3.78, Met - 0.39, Cys - 0.38, Phe - 1.77, Thr - 1.08, Val - 0.99, Tyro - 1.09, Trypt - 0.24. The higher DNA / RNA ratio of Thai-Chitralada tilapia was obtained in T3 - 0.459, followed by T1 - 0.44 and T2 - 0.323. The lower DNA / RNA ratio of Thai-Chitralada was obtained in control - 0.321. One way ANOVA of the data analysis and Duncan multiple range test clearly affirmed that different between and sampling periods, Thai-Tilapia fingerlings had significant difference (P less than 0.05) among the different experimental diets. From the present experiment, it could be concluded that, sesame seed meal can replace 35% SBM in the diets of Thai-Chitralada tilapia.
Characterization of Postpartum Ovarian Follicular Development Pattern in Crossbred Cows
Authors: Raja Sengodan , Satheshkumar Soundarapandian , Selvaraju Mani , Prabaharan Vaiyapuri , Ramachandran Masilamani , Athinarayanan Paramasivam
Published: November 2023

Background: The postpartum period is crucial for cattle reproduction. The length of postpartum anestrus significantly impacts reproductive efficiency. Apparently enhanced energy attribution to milk production may lead to anestrus by delaying the onset of follicular activity. The absence of an ovulation stimulus, rather than insufficient follicle growth, determines the limited duration until ovulation. The current study was aimed to document the postpartum ovarian dynamics in crossbred Jersey cows. Methods: The study was conducted in ten postpartum crossbred Jersey cows. Transrectal ultrasonography was performed to record the follicular development pattern from parturition till two ovulation or 90 days postpartum on alternate days. The data was analyzed for follicular wave emergence, no of follicular waves, size of the dominant follicle and ovulatory status. Result: Fourty per cent of crossbred Jersey cows showed cyclicity and rest 60 per cent of cows are in anestrum. The mean diameter size of the dominant follicle in ovulated cows is 12.2±1.2 mm and in anestrum cows is 10.6±0.4 mm. The first wave emergence is 5.7±0.3 and 10.8±5.9 day in OV and NOV group respectively. In conclusion significant difference could be observed in emergence of first, second, third, fourth and fifth follicular wave emergence, growth phase duration, rate, size of the dominant follicle and duration of wave between postpartum ovulated and anestrum cows.
Study Regarding the Genetic Relationship between Broodmares from the Reproductive Nucleus of a Native Horse Breed
Authors: Maftei M. , Nistor L. , Defta N. , Ianitchi D. , Suler A. , Purdoiu S. , Vlad I.
Published: November 2023

Background: In this study we present a part of the genetic history of a native horse breed. Genetic analyzes are the basis of the development of strategies regarding the conservation of genetic resources and implicitly of inbreeding management plan. In this study we present another essential component of the inbreeding of a population, namely the inbreeding of broodmares themselves. Method: The method that we used in this study is based on A matrix coefficients. The research was carried out during 2012-2021, at Lucina National stud farm. The material was represented by a sample of 73 broodmares from the reproductive nucleus of the breed, from 5 bloodlines, analyzed on 5 generation of ascendants. The research was performed in the profile laboratories of the Faculty of Engineering and Management in Animal Production (Animal Sciences) from Bucharest. Results: The correlation between the breeding values of the reproductive active broodmares of Huþul from the Lucina stud, Suceava County, at the time of the analysis is 0.1875±0.0015. It was found the existence some differences between the values of the kinship coefficients of the mares born in different years, but the calculated value of the Fisher test (F= 1.3667NS) shows that the observed differences have no statistical significance.
Identification of Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei in Mud Crabs (Scylla serrata) Co-infected with White Spot Syndrome Virus in Taiwan
Authors: See M.S. , Lan Y.H. , Byadgi O.V. , Liao P.C. , Li T.H. , Tsai M.A.
Published: November 2023

Background: The high mortality rate and stunted growth of marine shrimp in the farm have raised concerns about the outbreak of co-infection involving Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP) and white spot syndrome virus (WSSV), which could lead to significant economic loss. In a mixed-culture farm consisting of Scylla serrata and Peneaus vannamei located in Yunlin Country, Taiwan, were reported mortality cases on culture animals. Methods: Based on clinical signs, histology and molecular analyses, the disease was diagnosed in this study. In the histopathology examination, infected organs, such as the carapace and gills, were stained with hematoxylin and eosin (H and E), then observed under microscope. For the molecular analysis, SalI DNA fragment (WSSV) and spore wall protein (SWP) gene (EHP) were targeted to detected the pathogen in animal host. Result: The cumulative mortality data for this co-infection indicates that S. serrata (1.5% mortality) exhibits higher susceptibility compared to P. vannamei ( greater than 99% mortality). Phylogenetic tree analysis reveals that the spore wall protein (SWP) gene of EHP and the SalI DNA fragment of WSSV strain extracted from S. serrata are genetically similar to those extracted from Peneaus spp., indicating the potential for cross-species infection. Histopathological examination of lesion tissue observed the presence of WSSV basophilic intranuclear inclusion bodies in the carapace tissue and gill fragments of S. serrata. The source of the disease outbreak is highly suspected to be the feed used, which consisted of raw shrimp and fish. This study provides the first documented case of natural EHP infection with co-infection of WSSV in S. serrata.
Cohesión territorial
Authors: Cabeza Morales Israel
Published: November 2023

Este trabajo enseña de manera novedosa a evaluar la cohesión territorial y por ende los procesos de planificación y ordenamiento de los territorios, y así mismo comprender las dinámicas espaciales, para el caso se realizó la investigación para la ciudad de Cartagena.
Student-teachers’ identity construction and its connection with student-centered approaches
Authors: Ramos-Holguín Bertha , Aguirre Morales Jahir , Torres Cepeda Nancy María
Published: November 2023

This book shows the paths student-teachers embark on the construction of their identies within the frame of a student-centered approach perspective. Understanding teacher identity construction suggests perceiving a broad and socially-driven dimension. In such a way , humansare contextual, political, and culturally situated to continually make sense of their"selves" on a daily-basis. Delving into teacher identity construction issues is a relevant constituent for the contininual professional development of English language teachers.
Study of biotransformation of new selective carbonic anhydrase II inhibitor 4-(2-methyl-1,3-oxazole-5-yl)-benzenesulfonamide
Authors: Khokhlov A. L. , Yaichkov I. I. , Shetnev A. A. , Ivanovskiy S. A. , Korsakov M. K. , Gasilina O. A. , Volkhin N. N. , Petukhov S. S.
Published: November 2023

The aim of the study was to determine biotransformation products of a new selective carbonic anhydrase II inhibitor – 4-(2-methyl-1,3-oxazole-5-yl)-benzenesulfonamide.

Materials and methods. The study was conducted on 3 Wistar rats and 3 rabbits of the Soviet Chinchilla breed. The suspension of the drug was administered intraperitoneally to rats at a dosage of 20 mg/kg, to rabbits - at a dosage of 1.6 mg/kg. The animal blood samples were collected before the administration and 1, 2, 4, 24 h after. Urine sampling was also performed in the rats before the administration and in the intervals of 0–4, 4–8, 8–24 h after. The identification of metabolites in blood, urine and plasma was carried out using HPLC-MS/MS. Poroshell 120 C 18 column (50×3.0 mm, 2.7 µm) with a Zorbax Eclipse Plus C18 pre-column (12.5×2.1 mm, 5.0 µm) was used for the chromatographic separation. The assumed metabolites were synthesized, their structure was confirmed by the NMR spectroscopy method and a high-resolution mass spectrometry. The obtained substances were compared with the substances identified in biological fluids by retention time, the main MRM-transitions and mass spectra.

Results. The N-hydroxymetabolite was revealed in the analyses of plasma, blood and urine samples which had been formed by the addition of an oxygen atom to the drug molecule. Chromatographic peaks of this compound were identified at the MRM-transitions of 255→159, 255→117, 255→89 m/z at the 7.2nd min of the analysis. The N-oxide of 4-(2-methyl-1,3-oxazole-5-yl)-benzenesulfonamide and N-hydroxy-4-(2-methyl-1,3-oxazole-5-yl)-benzenesulfonamide were synthesized; potentially, they could have been obtained during the biotransformation. During the confirmatory HPLC-MS/MS tests based on the coincidence of the retention times, the main MRM transitions and mass spectra, the ratio of the peak areas at the identified metabolite it was established that an N-hydroxy derivative. Chromatographic peaks of the N-oxide detected in the analysis of the model mixtures of the standard substance at the MRM-transitions of 255→175, 255→133, 255→89 m/z at the retention time of 5.43 min, were absent in the animal samples.

Conclusion. The studied drug is metabolized to form a single metabolite of N-hydroxy-4-(2-methyl-1,3-oxazole-5-yl)-benzenesulfonamide. This compound was found in freshly collected samples of biological fluids of both animal species. The structure of the metabolite was confirmed by the HPLC-MS/MS-method by comparison with the synthesized standard substance.
Legal Transplant to Decolonization in the Evolution of India’s Corporate Legislation
Authors: Singh Shivansh
Published: November 2023

In India, most existing legislation resulted from a "legal transplant" that gradually occurred in colonial times. India is a common law country that follows the colonial pattern of law-making. Most of the legislation owes the British East India Company, including regulation of modern business corporations. This paper aimed to examine the history and formation of corporate legislation in India and its deviation from the legislation of the origin country, England. It pointed out the relevance of local conditions in India that led to a different approach to forming corporate law in India. The local conditions in India prevailed over the process of legal transplant. The social, economic, and political factors played a significant role in forming corporate law in India. To such an extent, India deviated from the English company laws and followed the trajectory of different jurisdictions. Using normative legal research, this paper is structured chronologically and progressively to trace the evolution of Indian corporate law. The central premise of the study is that India has strayed from colonial law and current legislation, and its development shows no evidence of strong dependence on English law and little evidence of following in the footsteps of India's colonial past. The economic liberalization and the SEBI Act 1992 simultaneously led to a new approach in corporate law, heavily under the US. The present Indian corporate law and the statutes revolving around it have departed from the transplanted law.

KEYWORDS: Legal Transplant, Corporate Legislation, Company Law.
State Obligation in Fulfilling the Right to Health through the Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination
Authors: Prasetyoningsih Nanik , Zaid Zaid , Hernowo Wempy Setyabudi , Hilmy Faishal
Published: November 2023

The spread of the COVID-19 virus has become a major international health crisis. Most governments worldwide have had to impose severe restrictions on their citizens' freedoms due to the outbreak to contain the disease. After the vaccine for COVID-19 became available, many countries, including Indonesia, implemented mandatory COVID-19 vaccination. This policy is very controversial to be debated, especially regarding human rights violations (the right to freedom of choice). Therefore, this normative juridical study investigates the state's responsibility in fulfilling citizens' health rights through mandatory COVID-19 vaccination in the human rights aspect. According to the study's findings, for the sake of achieving public health safety and security as well as the fulfillment of public health rights, on that basis, the state is allowed to enforce mandatory COVID-19 vaccination. Nevertheless, the state should continue to apply it humanely that does not violate human rights by ensuring freedom from torture, cruelty, inhumanity, or any other medically degrading dignity, including freedom from medical experiments and research and forced sterilization not having informed consent. On the other hand, the state is also responsible for providing health goods and facilities without discrimination against race. Non-discrimination is essential to realize the high degree of health to be achieved. There must be accessibility, acceptability, and high quality in all products, services, and infrastructure. Lastly, the state may regulate immunizations to be administered selectively to provide maximum benefit to those most at risk.