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Practitioner's Approach to Academic Integrity through the Lens of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Authors: Fleming Colleen , Campbell Nazanin
Published: July 2024

The aim of this session is to provide insight into the practical application of the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) to the promotion of academic integrity and management of academic misconduct through a practitioner’s lens. This perspective will present the experiences of practitioners working in both the K-12 and post-secondary environments, in which diverse student populations necessitate the implementation of elements of EDI into everyday interactions with learners. The discussion will include awareness of marginalizing factors, provision of voice, and intersectionality relevant to the lived experiences of students. Participants will come away with a renewed understanding of practical ways to apply an EDI lens to promoting academic integrity and managing academic misconduct.
A Rapid Scoping Review on Academic Integrity and Algorithmic Writing Technologies
Authors: Moya Beatriz , Eaton Sarah Elaine , Pethrick Helen , Brennan Robert , Wiens Jason , McDermott Brenda , Lesage Jonathan
Published: July 2024

This presentation provides insight into the development and findings of a rapid scoping review centred on the intersections of academic integrity and artificial intelligence, with particular attention to algorithmic writing technologies (e.g., ChatGPT) involving faculty, students, teaching assistants, academic student support staff, and educational developers in higher education contexts. This rapid scoping review was developed by a transdisciplinary team including Communication studies, Education, Engineering, and English, and followed Joanna Brigg Institute’s (JBI) updated manual for scoping reviews and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) reporting standards. JBI provides a high-quality, trusted framework for conducting these kinds of studies. This inquiry’s study design includes qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods, theoretical and opinion studies; additionally, this inquiry did not restrict studies by geographic location and focused on sources written in English. This review’s studies involved faculty, students, teaching assistants, academic support staff, and educational developers in higher education. It also included studies about artificial intelligence in the context of academic integrity, focusing on artificial intelligence tools that assist text generation and writing developed in Tertiary type A and B postsecondary education. Studies excluded from this review were related to primary and secondary education contexts, did not address the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, and focused on text plagiarism software. The protocol of this rapid review was published in the Canadian Perspectives on Academic Integrity Journal. Its implementation helped this team identify various ethical implications signalled by scholars between 2007 and 2022. Considering the expansive emergence of these technologies and the multiple positionings derived from these new and unprecedented encounters with such technology, we believe that the implications identified in this rapid scoping review are particularly relevant to inform academic staff, administration, students, and academic integrity researchers’ ethical decision-making and practices when teaching, learning, designing, and implementing assessments, and doing research. The findings of this rapid scoping review encompass nuanced perspectives concerning the ethical and unethical uses of these emerging technologies and insights into equity, diversity, and inclusion issues.
Academic Integrity Policy Analysis of Alberta and Manitoba Colleges
Authors: Eaton Sarah Elaine , Vogt Lisa , Seeland Josh , Stoesz Brenda M.
Published: July 2024

Dealing with matters related to academic integrity and academic misconduct can be challenging in higher education. As a result, students, educators, administrators, and other higher education professionals look to policy and procedures to help guide them through these complex situations. Policies are often representative of an institution’s culture of academic integrity. For these and other reasons it is therefore important that policies and procedures are reviewed regularly and updated to ensure that they align with current educational expectations and societal context. In this presentation, we share the results from our policy analysis of 16 colleges in the Canadian western provinces of Alberta and Manitoba. Data extraction and analyses were performed using a tool developed based on Bretag et al.’s five core elements of exemplary academic integrity policy. Our results showed inconsistencies in college polices in terms of the intended audience for the documents (e.g., students, faculty, administrators), varying levels of detail, inconsistent definitions, or categories of misconduct (e.g., plagiarism, cheating) and little mention of contract cheating. We compare the results of this study with previous academic integrity policy research in Canada for colleges in Ontario (Stoesz et al., 2019), as well as universities (Miron et al., 2021; Stoesz & Eaton, 2022). We also discuss the recent increase in the use of artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT and GPT-3 and what this could mean in the context of academic integrity policy. We conclude with recommendations for policy reform in the Canadian college context. Our findings may be useful to those working in community colleges and polytechnics elsewhere.
Faculty Engagement in Addressing Academic Integrity Challenges
Authors: Rahimian Matt
Published: July 2024

Over the past few years, academic integrity has gained more attention in post-secondary education. New and innovative ways are devised to cheat in academia, and academic integrity practitioners and schools are actively learning about new ways of academic misconduct. Respectively, these practitioners and scholars are actively seeking ways of deterring academic misconduct and promoting integrity. Since the pandemic began, more attention has been given to academic misconduct as more such cases have been reported at several post-secondary institutions (Dubinski, 2023). Some examples of the more recent nuances in academic misconduct include using Artificial Intelligence to write essays (e.g. Coppolino, 2023; Oppenheimer, 2023), using a combination of spy glasses and smart watches to cheat during exams (e.g. Chugh, 2016; Storm, 2016), and use of social media in the service of academic misconduct (e.g. Lancaster, 2019). On the other hand, academic integrity practitioners and scholars have proposed ways to address the academic integrity challenges. Many of them have proposed ways to educate students on maintaining academic integrity and deterring misconduct cases (e.g. Gallant, 2017; Mitchell & Parnther, 2018), and some have advocated for restorative measures after misconduct cases are found (Sopcak &Hood, 2022). Yet, one of the areas that need further work, in general, is faculty engagement in academic integrity enhancement. This is the area that I will focus on in this paper. I propose using curriculum-integrated approaches, goal alignment techniques, and practice/discipline-specific approaches to increase faculty interest in engaging with academic integrity activities.
Further Development of a High Pulse-Energy LED at 4 kHz for Volumetric Particle Tracking Velocimetry and a Demonstration Using 32 Such LED Units
Authors: Abitan Haim , Zhang Yisheng , Edelsten B. , Jensen N.S. , Velte Clara Marika
Published: July 2024

In 2022, we reported at the 20th Lisbon symposium on the development of 460 nm LED specifically designed for illumination in volumetric Particle Tracking Velocimetry (PTV). At that time, our pulsed LED unit emitted light with a 6 ◦ divergence beam and a top-hat power cross section, producing 20 µ s pulses at a 4 kHz repetition rate and a 0.15 mJ pulse energy. Since then, we have been improving the efficiency of this LED. Currently, our LED unit emits a beam with similar specifications but with a pulse energy up to 0.65 mJ , which is 4.3 times more than the previous LED unit. We improved the efficiency of the electrical driver by further decreasing the footprint of the SMD circuitry and by using higher quality electronic components. Additionally, we replaced the aluminium pin fin heat sink with a copper pin fin heat sink and we characterized the thermal dissipation. Using SolidWorks, we integrated the electric driver, the copper heat sink and the collimating optics into a compact mechanical casing. These improvements resulted in an LED unit with greater overall efficiency, a larger pulse energy and a volume footprint that is half the the size of the previous design. Furthermore, we constructed four batteries of these LEDs, with each battery containing eight LED units. Here, we report on our improvements to the LED unit and our considerations in its development. Additionally, we describe preliminary results of a 3D-PTV experiment with Helium Filled Soap Bubbles (HFSB), which were illuminated by the four LED batteries.
Particle Tracking of Orientation and Velocity Of Arbitrary Shape
Authors: Eberhard Simon Elias , Lundgaard Christian , Walther Jens Honore , Meyer Knud Erik
Published: July 2024

Dispersions or particulate systems are prevalent in numerous natural and practical applications. Characterisation of such multiphase systems usually involves measuring size, spatial location, velocity and number density, which is usually non-trivial. The 'Depth from Defocus' (DFD) technique provides an imaging-based volumetric approach for estimating the size and position of dispersed spherical particles using the blurring information from a shadowgraph image. The two-image DFD approach involves two cameras to capture simultaneous images at different degrees of blur, which, although simpler, requires a mandatory calibration procedure. This study proposes a single-image DFD technique that provides a calibration-free size estimation using theoretical functions while evaluating position requires a simple calibration. The efficacy of this technique is demonstrated for various sparse spherical dispersions, including target dots, dispersed glass beads, liquid droplets in sprays and surface bubble rupture, and pollen grains. The method further enables precise determination of the measurement volume, which is crucial, allowing for bias-free estimates of the size distribution and volume concentration. The simple optical configuration and semi-automatic calibration procedure make this method easily deployable and accessible for diverse applications. The pixelation effect on the limiting value of the degree of blur is also estimated theoretically and compared with experiments. This effect is of interest concerning any typical discrete sensor imaging system in general.
Application Of Two Dye Two-Color Laser-Induced Fluorescence Spectroscopy On Droplets Of Green Solvent Mixtures Containing Water And Ethanol
Authors: Ulrich Hannah , Zigan Lars
Published: July 2024

In order to reach a higher sustainability, the utilization of green solvents is decisive in many technical applications. Water and ethanol substitute more complex solvents, showing advantages like ecological manufacturing, reusability or biodegradation. Both liquids are found in various industrial areas, ranging from a use as additives in biofuels, coolants or solvents for extraction in pharmaceutical, medical or food industries. Regarding these industrial processes, important variables are the liquid phase temperature and the composition in binary fluids. The focus of this work is two dye two-color laser induced fluorescence (2c-LIF) measurements in ethanol, water and their mixtures. Liquid phase thermometry via 2c LIF requires a selection of suitable fluorescence dyes regarding solubility, temperature sensitivity and the interaction among the dyes themselves. A mixture of a temperature sensitive and a temperature insensitive dye is used in order to reach a large change in signal ratio for thermometry. In this work, two dyes – fluorescein disodium (FL) and sulforhodamine 101 (SRh), as proposed by Chaze et al. (Chaze et al. 2016) – are analyzed regarding their absorption and emission behavior in various ethanol/water mixtures, which are examples of "green solvents". The absorption spectra of the dissolved dye mixture are measured with a spectrophotometer at temperatures from 293 K to 343 K. Information on the temperature dependent absorption of the single dyes and reabsorption effects in ethanol/water mixtures is obtained. Additionally, the fluorescence of the mixtures is analyzed spectrally and by an imaging system. Therefore, a fiber coupled spectrometer and a system with two sCMOS cameras equipped with a long distance (LD) microscope are applied for simultaneous detection of the signal of tempered solutions a monodisperse droplet chain. A study of small droplets with sizes below 50 μm are evaluated and the limit of the spectral detection system is determined and discussed. The application of the measurement technique to several solvent mixtures is investigated. Additionally, an application for composition investigations of binary water/ethanol droplets via 3c-LIF is proposed.
Feasibility Study For Large Scale Thermal Convective Flow Measurements In Building Physics
Authors: Michaelis Dirk , Peng Zhenming , Meyer Peter , Brämer Thomas , Jeon Young Jin , Carrigan Svenja , Kornadt Oliver
Published: July 2024

The Department of Building Physics / Energy-efficient Buildings at the Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau is about to put a novel research-building into commission, the “Small House III”. Among other measurement equipment, a system for volumetric, large-scale, high-resolution flow velocity measurement should be utilized. In this paper, requirements for such a system are detailed, a suitable measurement system is proposed and a feasibility study for the verification of the system requirements is conducted. To this end, a tailored system for large-scale Lagrangian particle tracking (“Shake-the-Box”) is applied to thermal convective flow measurements above an electric radiator close to a wall. As a result, it is found that the designed volumetric velocity measurement system is capable of successfully operating in the design environment without minimal disturbance of the low-speed convection flow. . After a relatively short setup time (about 5 hours, including camera setup, calibration and self-calibration) up to 10000 images at 50 Hz (200 seconds) have been recorded continuously. Shake-the-Box results show a decline of the number of tracked particles from initially 48000 to about 8000 (with a half-life span of about 100 seconds for the helium filled soap bubbles used for seeding). Applying fine scale reconstruction (data assimilation), a vector spacing of 4 mm could be achieved for instantaneous volumetric velocity snapshots. Averaging resulted in a 2 mm vector spacing with an average of 3300 particles per bin and 410 particles per bin for 1 mm vector spacing (with 75% bin overlap). Weaker particles could only be detected in front of a black background. Using a white background (default background for later applications), weak particles could not be detected as well, so the number of detected particles and the measurement volume decreased slightly compared to the black background. Overall, the feasibility study successfully confirmed the readiness of the measurement system for the intended use for “Small House III” measurements.
Understanding Vortex Ring Instability During Droplet Impact Onto Thin Liquid Films Using High Speed PIV
Authors: Ennayar Hatim , Brockmann Philipp , Torres Juan Camilo Dueñas , Kim Hyoungsoo , Hussong Jeanette
Published: July 2024

This study investigates vortex ring instability during droplet impact on thin liquid films using high-speed Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and Laser-Induced Fluorescence (LIF). Experiments were conducted using two different setups, capturing the droplet impact from both bottom and side views. The study examines how different dimensionless parameters (Reynolds number, Weber number and dimentionless thickness) influence vortex ring behavior in thin liquid films. Vortices were analyzed by identifying the centers using Gamma_2 scalar and calculating the vortex circulation through a two superposed Lamb-Oseen vortex fitting. The effect of film thickness on vortex dynamics reveals that thinner films lead to greater instability due to higher energy at the moment of wall collision, facilitating the formation of additional vortex structures. Experimental phase mapping highlights the critical threshold of Reynolds number and dimensionless thickness for vortex ring instability. Moreover, the number of fingers formed due to vortex ring instabilities increases with higher Reynolds numbers and thinner films, providing a clear relationship between film thickness, impact energy, and the complexity of resulting fluid structures.
Droplet Velocity Measurement Of Acetone-Water Spray Using Fluorescence-Based Particle Image Velocimetry
Authors: Sekar Anbarasan , Krishna Yedhu , Vaidyanathan Aravind
Published: July 2024

A method for measuring the velocity of liquid droplets emanating from an effervescent injector into ambient air was experimented using a mixture of acetone and water. Conventional methods such as Laser Doppler Velocimetry and Particle Image Velocimetry, which utilise Mie-scattering, have limitations due to multiple scattering and strong surface reflections, respectively. In the current study, we demonstrate fluorescence-based particle image velocimetry, which can overcome the abovementioned difficulty. Unlike previous similar studies that used fluorescent dyes, the inherent fluorescence of acetone is utilised in our strategy. The acetone and water were mixed in different volume ratios, and the effervescent jet was produced with air. The Gas-to-Liquid ratio of 8% was considered in this study. The spray droplets were excited using the fourth harmonic of the Nd-YAG laser. Two acetone Planar Laser laser-induced fluorescence images are acquired with a CCD camera and with a 20 µs time difference. The velocity vectors are obtained based on the cross-correlation between the two images. The results showed that absorption greatly influences the estimated velocity distribution. At a low acetone concentration, the velocity distribution became uniform around the jet centre line. A high-intensity laser could improve the velocity estimate in the core of the aerated jet. The proposed method can be applied directly to ambient and pressurised conditions where wall scattering is dominant. The directional independence of the fluorescence is also an advantage in scenarios where the imaging angle is a constraint.
Integrated Optical Diagnostics Of Cyclopentane Sprays To Characterize Transcritical Phase Transitions
Authors: Son Min , Zigan Lars , Pfitzner Michael , Sander Tobias
Published: July 2024

This research investigates spray phase transitions under subcritical and transcritical conditions relevant to high-pressure combustion systems. Using advanced optical diagnostic techniques, including shadowgraphy (SH), Mie scattering (MS), and infrared radiation (IR) measurements, the study focuses on cyclopentane sprays in a high-pressure, high-temperature chamber filled with gaseous nitrogen. Three cases are studied to understand spray behavior under varying injection conditions. SH and MS analyses reveal significant differences across the cases. As the chamber temperature increases, the liquid core length shortens, indicating enhanced vaporization. This is particularly evident in the MS images, where step-like transitions in the axial distribution highlight abrupt phase changes from liquid to gas in subcritical conditions. Such transitions are absent under supercritical conditions, suggesting a smoother phase transition process. IR measurements provide additional insights into the spray dynamics, especially under transcritical conditions. The IR images display complex downstream (at x/D > 125) signal patterns with bimodal distributions. The application of inverse Abel deconvolution highlights negative intensities near the spray axis downstream, indicative of regions near the pseudo-critical temperature. This phenomenon, characterized by blocked background radiation due to critical opalescence, offers indirect evidence of the pseudo-critical temperature and the associated phase transition dynamics. Dynamic Mode Decomposition (DMD) analysis identifies dominant frequencies around 4.5 kHz, corresponding to injection pressure fluctuations. This correlation suggests that injection pressure variations significantly influence spray fluctuations. Differences in mode shapes among the cases are also observed; lateral fluctuations near the injector nozzle exit are present in Cases 1 and 2 but not in Case 3. Axial fluctuations beyond a certain length are consistent in all cases. The lateral fluctuations are related to the chamber pressure and the potential large-scale vortex formation or cavitation in the nozzle. The combined use of SH, MS, and IR methodologies provides a comprehensive understanding of transcritical spray dynamics, emphasizing the effectiveness of combining multiple optical diagnostic techniques. These findings will improve numerical simulations and contribute to the development of more efficient high-pressure combustion systems. The research underscores the complexity of phase transitions in sprays and the critical role of precise diagnostics in the advancement of combustion technology.
Scanning Lagrangian Particle Tracking To Measure 3D Large Scale Aerodynamics Of Quadcopter Flight
Authors: Schanz Daniel , Schröder Andreas , Bosbach Johannes , Strübing Tobias , Wolf Claus Christian , Schwarz Clemens , Heintz Alexander
Published: July 2024

We present large-scale time-resolved and volumetric measurements of the flow surrounding a quadcopter drone. Cases with hovering flight, forward flight - with and without ground-effect - as well as lift-off scenarios have been realized. Five high-speed cameras were used to capture images of hundreds of thousands heliumfilled soap bubbles being illuminated by pulsed LED arrays. The arrays were operated in a dual-scanning mode, where the front and the back part of the volume are illuminated intermittently, each with a frequency of 3 kHz. The cameras were recording at 6 kHz, thereby capturing both sub-time-series in a single measurement run. Compared to a full illumination of the volume, we can either reduce the number of particles imaged on the cameras given a fixed tracer concentration - facilitating the reconstruction - or operate at a higher tracer concentration while keeping the number of imaged particles fixed. The dual time-series were evaluated by Lagrangian Particle Tracking, using the Shake-The-Box method, yielding dense fields of particle tracks. For the current results, the time series for both sub-volumes were evaluated independently. For the final contribution, an integrated evaluation scheme, alternatingly operating on both time-series is foreseen. After the tracking step, flow structures were identified using the data assimilation method FlowFit. The temporally and spatially highly resolved results document the strong interaction of the wakes induced by several rotors, as well as the interaction of wing tip vortices stemming from a single rotor. Brown-out effects are documented in forward flight. Averaged results of hovering flight enable an evaluation of the azimuthal distribution of the downwash- and outwash-velocities resulting from the geometric layout of the four rotors. By having highly resolved data encompassing the whole flight vehicle, the forces conveyed by the drone to the liquid can be determined via surface- or volume-integration.
FlowFit3: Efficient Data Assimilation Of LPT Measurements
Authors: Godbersen Philipp , Gesemann Sebastian , Schanz Daniel , Schröder Andreas
Published: July 2024

Lagrangian particle tracking (LPT) techniques such as Shake-The-Box provide accurate flow measurements by following the movement of tracer particles within a flow. The technique gives measured values of position, velocity and acceleration at the locations of the scattered particles as opposed to a Eulerian grid like with window based techniques such as PIV. This is advantageous for e.g spatially highly resolved flow statistics. Often it is also desirable to have access to a grid-structured representation of the data, especially for the calculation of spatial gradients of flow field measures. While a simple interpolation onto a grid is possible, data assimilation techniques using physics based regularization such as FlowFit2 or VIC+ and VIC#are frequently used nowadays. Through knowledge of the Navier-Stokes equations a higher spatial resolution can be obtained than from interpolation alone. We present the new and highly efficient FlowFit3 approach and its evaluation on synthetic data.
Benchmarking Data Assimilation Algorithms For 3D Lagrangian Particle Tracking
Authors: Zhou Ke , Grauer Samuel Jacobi , Schanz Daniel , Godbersen Philipp , Schröder Andreas , Rockstroh Thomas , Jeon Young Jin , Wieneke Bernhard
Published: July 2024

This paper reports a comparison of three state-of-the-art data assimilation (DA) algorithms for 3D Lagrangian particle tracking (LPT): Vortex-In-Cell sharp (VIC#), FlowFit3, and neural-implicit particle advection (NIPA). Particle trajectories, termed “tracks,” are spatially sparse, and a reconstruction algorithm is commonly employed to estimate dense Eulerian fields using position, velocity, and/or acceleration data from the tracks. DA algorithms for LPT combine the tracks with a set of governing equations (or constraints) to enhance the accuracy of the velocity field, relative to interpolation methods, and infer additional quantities like pressure. We compare the performance of VIC#, FlowFit3, and NIPA with respect to their accuracy and computational cost. Accuracy is assessed in terms of the mean inter-particle distance, frame rate, and magnitude of tracking errors, and costs are reported in wall time. Synthetic and experimental data sets for homogeneous isotropic turbulence and turbulent boundary layer flows are evaluated; direct numerical simulations are used for the synthetic tests, and realistic localization errors are added to the simulated tracks. All three DA methods perform well in cases with the highest spatio-temporal sampling of the flow, and all three methods are relatively robust to the frame rate and magnitude of localization errors. NIPA is more resilient to sparse seeding than FlowFit or VIC#, which exhibit similar performance, but NIPA is also the most expensive technique by some margin. DA reconstructions are superior to interpolation across the board, with a reduction of error up to 80% in the experimental demonstration.
Artificial Intelligence's Effect on Marketing: The Viewpoint of Indian Corporate Employees in Marketing
Authors: Gaur Dr. Akhilesh , Gupta Ms. Swati , Sisodiya Dr. Lata
Published: July 2024

The corporate world has undergone a transformation due to the advent of artificial intelligence (AI). AI has many important uses in the marketing industry, one of which is performance improvement. The goal of this study is to determine how artificial intelligence (AI) is affecting marketing from the viewpoint of Indian corporate employees who work in the field. The literature was thoroughly reviewed, and the results gave rise to a clear grasp of artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in marketing. Second, the researcher conducted semi-structured interviews with several marketing specialists from several corporate employment organizations in India using a qualitative study approach. Thirty six marketing experts were interviewed by the researcher using a sample size of thirty six from the different twelve organizations. The study's conclusions highlight the elements that go into integrating AI into marketing, its advantages and disadvantages, The use of AI in marketing, ethical issues, and your company's pre- post AI marketing strategy. According to study, incorporating artificial intelligence into marketing & sales processes can boost company productivity and provide it a competitive edge. Keywords: Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Delhi-NCR, Indian Corporate Employees, Customer, Market Scenario.
Chatbot using Machine Learning
Authors: Anushka P ,   Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology, Hyderabad, Reddy M.Rithwik , Reddy Y.Bala Saketh , Devi Dr V.Sowmya
Published: July 2024

A chatbot is a computer program that resembles and interprets spoken or written human conversations, enabling people to engage with digital gadgets in the same way they would with a real person.A chatbot can be as basic as a program that responds to a straightforward question with a single line of text. Using prior data sets, machine learning can be used to develop a chatbot. It forecasts the appropriate response by using the knowledge gained from our earlier data sets. It makes use of machine learning algorithms, such as natural language processing algorithms, for prediction. Conventionally designed chatbots have a number of shortcomings, such as a narrow focus and a lack of customisation.Therefore, in order to improve user experience and elevate our chatbots with effective natural language processing, we apply adaptive personalization approaches. These techniques allow us to modify interactions based on individual preferences and past encounters, which in turn fosters greater engagement and connection.Simple duties like responding to often requested questions can be handled by them, as well as more complicated ones like booking reservations and offering tailored recommendations. Users can readily access them as they can be integrated with various systems and platforms, such messaging apps and social media. Chatbots are becoming a necessary tool for organizations to stay competitive in the market, as the need for digital solutions rises. Keywords- Chatbot, Machine Learning, Prediction, Natural Language Processing, Data sets, Customization, User Experience
SAĞLIK SEKTÖRÜNDE DEPAZARLAMA KAVRAMI: UYGULAMAYA İLİŞKİN BİR İNCELEME
Authors: Baktır Yusuf , Yıldırım Hüsna
Published: July 2024

İnsanların isteklerini ve ihtiyaçlarını karşılamaya yönelik faaliyetlerden oluşan pazarlama, günümüzde örgütlerin başarılı olabilmeleri için gerekli olan önemli bir kavramdır. Pazarlamanın temel amacı, tüketicileri memnun etmek, kârı maksimize etmek, tüketiciler arasında ürün ve hizmetlere yönelik talebi ve satış hacmini artırmaktır. Tüketicilerin bir ürüne ya da hizmete yönelik taleplerini etkileme girişimi, genellikle söz konusu ürün veya hizmetin satışını artırmak için kullanılan bir yöntemdir. Ancak pazarlama uygulamaları, bazı durumlarda ürün/hizmet satışlarının ve dolayısıyla ürüne/hizmete yönelik talebin azaltılması hedeflenerek tam tersi yönde kullanılır. Ürünlere ve hizmetlere yönelik tüketici taleplerinin azaltılması amacıyla farklı sektörlerde kullanılabilen pazarlamama (demarketing) kavramı, sağlık sektöründe de sıklıkla uygulanmaktadır. Bu çalışma, sağlık sektöründe pazarlamama kavramının ve buna yönelik uygulamaların derleme şeklinde incelenmesini amaçlamaktadır. Çalışmamızda pazarlama ve sağlık sektöründe pazarlama ile pazarlamama kavramlarından bahsedildikten sonra, sağlık sektöründe halk sağlığının korunmasına ve sağlık hizmetlerine yönelik pazarlamama uygulamalarına yer verilmiştir. Literatürde bulunan ve bu çalışmada incelenen araştırmalar doğrultusunda, pazarlamama stratejilerinin sağlık sektöründe önemli bir yerinin olduğu, sıklıkla uygulandığı ve toplum sağlığına ve sağlık hizmetlerine olumlu yönde katkı sağladığı görülmüştür. Bu konuyla ilgili literatürde pek çok çalışma bulunurken, Türkiye’de de sağlık sektöründe pazarlamama uygulamalarının incelenmesine dair çalışmalar yapılması ve bu konunun genişletilmesi önerilir.
VZA SÜPER ETKİNLİK MODELİ İLE TÜRKİYE'DEKİ ŞEHİRLERİN SAĞLIK HİZMETİ ETKİNLİKLERİNİN İNCELENMESİ
Authors: Doğan Hamza
Published: July 2024

Bu çalışmada, Türkiye’deki şehirlerin sağlık hizmetleri etkinlikleri, seçilen girdi ve çıktı değişkenleri çerçevesinde incelenmiştir. Girdi değişkenleri hastane sayısı, aile hekimliği birim sayısı, acil yardım istasyonu sayısı, acil yardım ambulansı sayısı, yatak sayısı, uzman hekim sayısı, pratisyen hekim sayısı, diş hekimi sayısı, eczacı sayısı, hemşire sayısı, ebe sayısı ve diğer sağlık personeli sayısıdır. Çıktı değişkenleri ise birinci basamak müracaat sayısı, ikinci ve üçüncü basamak müracaat sayısı, diş hekimine müracaat sayısı, yatan hasta sayısı, yatılan gün sayısı, ameliyat sayısı, yatak doluluk oranı ve kaba ölüm hızıdır. Bu değişkenler, en güncel veriler kullanılarak Veri Zarflama Analizi (VZA) girdi odaklı CCR süper etkinlik modeli ile karşılaştırılmıştır. Buna göre Türkiye’deki şehirlerin yaklaşık %83’ü etkin, %17’si ise etkinsiz bulunmuştur. Büyükşehirlerin yaklaşık %77’sinin etkin olduğu tespit edilirken %23’ünün ise etkin olmadığı sonucuna varılmıştır. Diğer taraftan, Karadeniz Bölgesi’nde bulunan beş şehir, en fazla etkinsizliği gösteren şehirler arasında yer almaktadır. Çalışmada etkin olan ve olmayan şehirler belirlenerek etkin olmayanlar için iyileştirme yolları sunulmuştur.
Buji Ateşlemeli Motorlarda Yakıt Olarak Etanol Kullanımının Performans ve Emisyonlar Üzerindeki Etkisi
Authors: Kaya Abdullah
Published: July 2024

Alternatif yakıtlar üzerine yapılan araştırmalar, enerji tüketiminin her geçen gün artması ve zararlı egzoz gazı emisyonlarının azaltılmasını sağlamak için sürekli çalışma konusu olmuştur. Ülkemizde motorlu kara taşıt sayısı TÜİK verilerine göre 2024 yılı mayıs ayı sonu itibariyle 29791066’ya ulaşmıştır. Yine sera gazı emisyonlarında en büyük payı 2022 yılı verilerine göre %71,8 ile enerji sektörü ilk sırada yer almıştır (TÜİK 2024). Bu yüzden içten yanmalı motorlarda alternatif yakıtlar üzerine çalışmak kaçınılmaz olmuştur. Etanolün içten yanmalı motorlar için uygun bir alternatif yakıt olduğu ve fiziksel ile kimyasal özelliklerinden dolayı buji ile ateşlemeli motorlarda kullanımının daha uygun olduğu görülmüştür. İçten yanmalı motorlarda yanma olayı performans ve emisyon açısından önemli bir faktördür. Etanolün benzinle karıştırıldığında yanmanın iyileştiği ve temiz yanma oluştuğundan dolayı motor performansı ve emisyonlar üzerinde olumlu etkiler yarattığı görülmüştür. Bu araştırmada etanolün (C2H5OH) buji ile ateşlemeli (Otto çevrimli) motorlarda alternatif yakıt olarak kullanılması araştırılmıştır. Motor performansı ve emisyonlar üzerindeki etkisi incelenmiştir. Etanolün buji ile ateşlemeli motorlarda kullanılmasının yakıt özelliklerine göre sonuçları irdelenmiştir. Buji ile ateşlemeli motorlarda etanol kullanımının emisyon değerlerinde azalma ve motor performansında ise artış sağladığı görülmüştür. Etanol üretimi için kullanılan bitkisel ham maddelerin yetişme alanı uygun olan coğrafi bölgelerde üretim teknolojilerinin gelişmesi devam etmektedir. Dünyanın çoğu yerinde kullanımı mümkün olduğundan, ülkeler bu alternatif yakıt üzerinde araştırmalarına halen devam etmektedir.
Reconciling Cultural Values with Legal Principles: Traditional African Justice Systems in Contemporary Context
Authors: Chukwudebelu Ifeanyi A.
Published: July 2024

This comprehensive study delves into the fundamental principles of the traditional African justice system, juxtaposing it against the broader philosophical and jurisprudential evolution of the concept of justice. Drawing on a robust literature review, the article uncovers the unique features that set African justice mechanisms apart from formal court systems - the central role of community leaders, active community participation, and a focus on reconciliation and harmony. Tracing the concept of justice from ancient Greece to the present day, the study situates the African approach within this broader context. It explores diverse conceptions, from natural justice to economic, social, and corrective justice, and how they have been interpreted and applied in the African context. Crucially, the article reveals how traditional systems have often filled the gap between community needs and formal legal services. The findings suggest that the guiding principles of reconciliation and community harmony, which underpin the African justice model, offer invaluable insights for developing more holistic and inclusive justice systems. In an era of globalization, these insights could inform the pursuit of social cohesion and the common good, presenting a compelling alternative to the individualistic orientations of mainstream justice frameworks. Through its in-depth analysis and interdisciplinary approach, this study makes a significant contribution to the understanding of traditional African justice, its resilience, and its potential relevance in the contemporary world. The article's rich, sharp, and well-crafted narrative offers policymakers, scholars, and practitioners a vital resource for exploring innovative pathways to justice that prioritizes community-centric values.
THE STUDY OF THE USE OF AN ERBIUM LASER FOR SURGICAL TREATMENT OF ROOT CYSTS OF THE JAWS
Authors: Shaxnoza Tashmuhammedova ,   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan, Najmiddinovich Sadriyev Nizom ,   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan
Published: July 2024

The problem of surgical treatment of patients with odontogenic root cysts (periodontal ligament) remains relevant to this day. This is due to the high frequency of this disease. Periodontal root cysts account for about 86% of all odontogenic cysts and 7-15% of all diseases of the maxillofacial region. In addition, the urgency of the problem of treating patients with odontogenic jaw cysts is due to the possible development of complications of surgical treatment (cystectomy or cystotomy) using cutting or rotating tools: damage to neighboring anatomical structures, infection, suture divergence and disease recurrence - all this leads to long-term treatment [1-6 ]. Despite the extensive arsenal of surgical methods and medications used to treat patients with this disease, this problem is not considered to be completely solved.
NITIATION OF AN ORTHOPEDIC DENTIST INTO A DEONTOLOGICAL RELATIONSHIP DURING DENTAL PROSTHETICS
Authors: Sharifjon Jalolov ,   Samarkand State Medical University Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Xusanovich Chaqqonov Faxriddin ,   Samarkand State Medical University Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Published: July 2024

Based on the study conducted, this article will prove that concepts about bioethics and bioethics are related in dental practice. It is also indicated the position of deontology in the direction of orthopedic dentistry. Difficulties in the adaptation period of patients to the prosthesis imposed by an orthopedist stomatolg are mentioned. Among these, the deontological relationship between the orthopedic dentist and the patient is explained.
THE EXPERIENCE OF USING A NEW PHARMACOLOGICALLY ACTIVE COMPOSITION OF NANOSTRUCTURED FLUORAPATITE IN THE TREATMENT OF EARLY MANIFESTATIONS OF INCREASED TOOTH ABRASION
Authors: Nigora Narziyeva ,   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan, Ikrombekovna Abdullayeva Nilufar ,   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan
Published: July 2024

Despite the obvious successes in the field of preventive and conservative dentistry, the prevalence of abrasion of teeth (ITP) continues to grow: during the period 1992-2004, the proportion of diseases of hard tissues of teeth with elimination properties increased from 30.9 ± 1.8% to 38.2 ± 1.3%, i.e. increased by 7.3% [1, 7-10]. Many issues related to the diagnosis and planning of an integrated approach to the provision of dental care to patients with moderate CAH have not yet been sufficiently studied and covered [2]. Biologically active calcium phosphate in gel or colloidal state is currently of increasing interest in many areas of clinical medicine related to the problem of regeneration of soft and hard tissues of the body. It has been established that the biological activity of apatite largely depends on the size of its particles or grains, and the higher the dispersion of the substance, the more pronounced it is [3]. The use of pure compounds, as well as various combinations of bioactive substances to improve properties such as adhesion, bioactivity and biocompatibility, is also very promising [4]. A promising direction of modification of calcium hydroxyapatite (HCA) from the point of view of obtaining materials with improved properties is the introduction of fluorine and silicon atoms into the structure of HCA. This transformation increases the stability of the material in the chemically active environment of the human body (due to the presence of fluoride ions) and increases its biological activity (due to the presence of silicate ions), while maintaining the inherent biocompatibility of HAP [5]. Nanotechnology is used in the study, production and use of nanostructures, devices and systems, including targeted control and modification of the shape, size, interaction and integration of their constituent nanoscale elements (1-100 nm) to obtain objects with new chemical, physical and biological properties. A number of technologies and methods. Direct transport of medicines to the focus of the pathological process can increase the effectiveness of existing drug therapies [6]. A promising direction in modern dentistry is the creation of new pharmacological agents with particle sizes of the order of 10-9 (nanoparticles) for noninvasive treatment and early prevention of dental diseases. The aim of the study was to study the effectiveness of new pharmacologically active compositions of nanostructured fluorohydroxyapatite in the treatment of early symptoms of dental hyperextension.
ELEVATING INVESTMENT APPEAL: CRAFTING A TARGETED MARKETING STRATEGY FOR THE ECONOMIC MAGNETISM OF UZBEKISTAN, WITH A FOCUS ON THE SYRDARYA REGION
Authors: Ibragimovna Xolmurotova Diyoraxon ,   Assistant of the ",   Economy",   department of Renaissance Educational University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Published: July 2024

This research aims to devise a tailored marketing strategy to enhance the investment attractiveness of Uzbekistan's economy, with a specific focus on the Syrdarya Region. Recognizing the pivotal role of marketing in shaping perceptions and fostering economic growth, our study delves into the unique attributes and potential of the Syrdarya Region. The investigation combines a comprehensive analysis of the regional economic landscape with insights derived from contemporary marketing methodologies. The paper employs a strategic approach, emphasizing the identification and utilization of the distinctive features that make the Syrdarya Region a promising investment destination. By examining economic indicators, infrastructural development, and the local business environment, we aim to unearth key selling points that can be effectively communicated to potential investors. The proposed marketing strategy aligns with global trends, emphasizing sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity. Additionally, the research explores the integration of digital platforms and emerging technologies in promoting the investment potential of the Syrdarya Region. Leveraging the power of data analytics and online channels, the strategy seeks to reach a diverse audience of global investors. Furthermore, the study considers the role of cultural and historical narratives in shaping the region's identity and attractiveness. In conclusion, this research not only contributes to the literature on economic marketing but also provides practical insights for policymakers and stakeholders aiming to boost the investment profile of Uzbekistan, particularly in the dynamic context of the Syrdarya Region. The proposed marketing strategy serves as a blueprint for fostering sustainable economic development and attracting diverse investments to the region.
The Impact of Social Media on the Psyche of Youth: A Factorial Analysis
Authors: Zahoor Rubina
Published: July 2024

Netizens have adopted a wide range of digital technologies into their communication realms. Ambiguity construes a notion, of relying on multiple platforms for communication instead of swapping one medium for another. In retrospect, this anomaly strikes curiosity amongst researchers: Which introspect does each of these media fulfil? Hitherto, our article conducts comparative work that examines the ramifications obtained from Facebook with those from Instagram. This comparison between social media platforms aggregates conclusions about multiple social media acolytes and the tug-of-war between need and want. Data were collected from UAE high school students, based in Dubai, through a multimethod study based on 51 surveys. A factorial analysis of desire-based notions obtained from Facebook revealed six key dimensions: pastime, affection, fashion, information, sociability, and procuring friends of the opposite gender. Comparative analysis showed that Facebook is about having fun and knowing about the social activities occurring in one’s social network, whereas Instagram is geared toward the synopsis of reason. The researcher discusses differences between the two applications and outlines a framework based on application and slaking theory concerning youth integration in social media.
Peran Nomor Induk Berusaha dan Sertifikat Halal dalam Meningkatkan Nilai Jual UMKM
Authors: Sefriana Tarisya , Purnomo Ryan , Safira Afni Melati , Marzuqa Caroylina
Published: July 2024

Usaha Mikro, Usaha Kecil, dan Usaha Menengah (UMKM) di Desa Kalanganyar berperan penting dalam ekonomi daerah dengan mengolah ikan bandeng. Namun, untuk mengoptimalkan usaha, perizinan dan sertifikasi halal sangat diperlukan. Rendahnya kesadaran UMKM akan sertifikasi halal disebabkan oleh kurangnya informasi dan pemahaman tentang proses pengajuannya. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode R&D (Research and Development). Terdapat beberapa tahapan dalam penelitian ini yakni survei dan pendataan pemilik UMKM terkait Nomor Induk Berusaha dan Sertifikasi Halal di Desa Kalanganyar, serta sosialisasi pentingnya perizinan dan sertifikasi halal untuk meningkatkan nilai jual produk. Hasil penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran UMKM tentang sertifikasi halal, memfasilitasi perizinan, dan meningkatkan kualitas produk, sehingga UMKM di Desa Kalanganyar dapat berkembang dan berkontribusi positif pada ekonomi daerah.
Micro Enterprises, Small Enterprises, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kalanganyar Village play an important role in the regional economy by processing milkfish. However, to optimize business, halal permits, and certification is very necessary. The low awareness of MSMEs regarding halal certification is caused by a lack of information and understanding about the application process. This research uses the R&D (Research and Development) method. There are several stages in this research, namely surveying and collecting data on MSME owners regarding Business Identification Numbers and Halal Certification in Kalanganyar Village, as well as socializing the importance of halal licensing and certification to increase the selling value of products. The results of this research aim to increase MSME awareness about halal certification, facilitate licensing, and improve product quality so that MSMEs in Kalanganyar Village can develop and contribute positively to the regional economy.