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A CASE STUDY FOR PREVENTING ELECTRICITY OVER-CONSUMPTION USING DEEP LEARNING IN TEXTILE INDUSTRY
Authors: YURDOĞLU Hakan , GÜLEÇ Ömer
Published: December 2023

Resources are the most critical input in the manufacturing industry therefore, resource consumption is an essential issue to be minimized. On the other hand, consumption depends on several parameters thus, it is difficult to estimate. Recently, Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) are powerful Artificial Intelligence (AI) subdomains for future prediction in any area. In this paper, a DL-supported electricity prediction method is designed for the textile industry as a case study in order to prevent resource over-consumption while the machines are in the standby state. This method provides dynamic consumption thresholds of electricity consumption by sliding window technique based Long-Short Term Memory (LSTM) model that helps the machines to interrupt manufacturing in their decision. These calculated thresholds are also compared with the results of Recurrent Neural Networks (RNN) and Gated Recurrent Units (GRU) as the other DL methods and Automated Regressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) as a traditional method and then the results have been analyzed how close they are to real-time electricity consumption data at standby. According to the results, the LSTM model successfully predicts electricity consumption levels, sends an interrupt signal to Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) unit when the consumption levels reach the threshold and therefore prevents resource over-consumption.
An EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON DIELECTRIC PARAMETERS OF XLPE INSULATED HIGH VOLTAGE CABLES UNDER DIFFERENT OPERATING CONDITIONS
Authors: KUMRU Celal Fadıl , KOCATEPE Celal
Published: December 2023

High voltage underground cables used in distribution systems provide benefits including aesthetics, reliability, low maintenance costs, and resistance to environmental factors. However, their initial installation expenses are considerably higher than overhead lines, and fault detection is quite challenging. Thus, a deep analysis of dielectric parameters is crucial. Typically, electrical specifications of high voltage underground cables provided by the manufacturer are used for nominal operating conditions. However, it is essential to acknowledge that variations in operational conditions have a discernible impact on the dielectric characteristics of cable insulation. This phenomenon results in an accelerated aging process of the insulation material and contributes to unexpected failures. Hence, it is imperative to determine dielectric parameters of cable insulation under varying operational conditions and elucidate the impact of these operational states on insulation properties. This study involved experimental determination of the dielectric parameters, including capacitance, relative dielectric constant, dielectric loss, and tanδ, for a XLPE insulated high voltage underground cable, designed for a nominal voltage of 12/20 kV. These assessments were performed under varying operating conditions, specifically for distinct voltage, temperature, and frequency. Based on the acquired findings, it is evident that the dielectric characteristics of the cable insulation exhibit substantial variations in response to alterations in voltage, temperature, and frequency, even when operating within the defined nominal limits.
Using Virtual Reality in a Rehabilitation Program for Patients With Breast Cancer: Phenomenological Study
Authors: Wu Shih-Chung , Chuang Chia-Wen , Liao Wen-Chun , Li Chung-Fang , Shih Hsin-Hsin
Published: December 2023

Background

Surgery is an essential treatment for early-stage breast cancer. However, various side effects of breast cancer surgery, such as arm dysfunction and lymphedema, remain causes for concern. Rehabilitation exercises to prevent such side effects should be initiated within 24 hours after surgery. Virtual reality (VR) can assist the process of rehabilitation; however, the feasibility of applying VR for rehabilitation must be explored, in addition to experiences of this application.

Objective

This study explored patients’ attitudes toward and experiences of using VR for their rehabilitation to determine the feasibility of such VR use and to identify potential barriers.

Methods

A phenomenological qualitative study was conducted from September to December 2021. A total of 18 patients with breast cancer who had undergone surgical treatment were interviewed using open-ended questions. The Colaizzi 7-step procedure for phenomenological analysis was used for data analysis. To ensure high study reliability, this study followed previously reported quality criteria for trustworthiness.

Results

Three themes were identified: (1) VR was powerful in facilitating rehabilitation, (2) early and repetitive upper limb movements were an advantage of VR rehabilitation, and (3) extensive VR use had challenges to be overcome. Most of the interviewed patients reported positive experiences of using VR for rehabilitation. Specifically, VR helped these patients identify appropriate motion and angle limits while exercising; in other words, knowledge gained through VR can play a key role in the rehabilitation process. In addition, the patients reported that the use of VR provided them company, similar to when a physiotherapist is present. Finally, the gamified nature of the VR system seemed to make VR-based rehabilitation more engaging than traditional rehabilitation, particularly with respect to early rehabilitation; however, the high cost of VR equipment made VR-based rehabilitation difficult to implement at home.

Conclusions

The interviewed patients with breast cancer had positive experiences in using VR for rehabilitation. The high cost of both VR equipment and software development presents a challenge for applying VR-based rehabilitation.
Nephrectomy indications in kidney diseases: 10-years’ experience study
Authors: Albadran M.F. , Mezban S.G. , Alfadli E.B. , Jareh K.H.
Published: December 2023

Background. Nephrectomy, a performance surgery in urology practice, may lead to an irreversibly kidney injuries during surgical removal. This study aims to describe 10-years of experience with nephrectomy, its indications and complications in kidney diseases. Materials and methods. Data for all the patients who underwent nephrectomy were collected including demographics, age, sex, education, smoking, alcohol consumption, aetiology, past medical and surgical history and comorbidity. Indications for nephrectomy were stones, obstruction, tumors, pyelonephritis and autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. Among complications, thrombocytopenia, fever, hyperkalemia, hypertension, ileus, pneumonia, pneumothorax, septic shock, surgical site infection, hyperglycemia, bleeding and postoperative nausea and vomiting were recorded. Preoperative preparation included laboratory tests such as complete blood count, renal function test and liver function test. It is reasonable to perform renoscintography before nephrectomy to consider partial nephrectomy. However, in our study we performed it routinely because nearly all patients underwent ultrasonography or/and computed tomography scan of abdomen/pelvis to detect pathologies. A percutaneous polyurethane catheters or stents were placed. A guidewire was inserted into the kidney via the rigid cystoscope. Results. A total of 50 nephrectomies were performed. The median age of patients was 45 years ranging from 14 to 73 years. About 60 % of the patients were females and 40 % were males. Patients were educated (48 %), smoking (56 %), alcoholic (12 %), with past medical and surgical history (50 %), comorbidities (46 %) and lived in rural region (44 %) and urban areas (56 %). Stones and obstruction accounted for the majority of cases, 52 and 36 %, respectively. Most of the nephrectomies were performed with laparoscopic approach (58 %). Open surgery was done in 15 cases (30 %) because of adhesions and emphysema. Complications related to laparoscopy and open surgery occurred in 17 (34 %) of patients. Thrombocytopenia, fever, hyperkalemia, hypertension, ileus, pneumonia, pneumothorax, septic shock, surgical site infection, hyperglycemia, bleeding and postoperative nausea and vomiting were recorded. Conclusions. Stone disease and obstruction were the most common benign conditions requiring nephrectomy. The laparoscopic approach can be feasible for most benign kidney diseases requiring nephrectomies with adequate expertise. Сomplication rate in it is comparable with that of open surgery.
Features of nephrology care in Ukraine during martial law
Authors: Ivanov D.D. , Ogli Jabbarli Isa Shadoglan , Zavalna I.M. , Denova L.D.
Published: December 2023

Background. All the research data available in the world literature on this problem are mostly unpublished and relate to the provision of hemodialysis care in Syria, Afghanistan and Serbia during military conflicts, as well as extreme natural phenomena, for example, in Turkey, Japan and the USA. During this time, technical and information support and methods of treatment with pharmaceuticals have changed significantly. Therefore, new realities and extreme conditions of providing nephrology care in the conditions of martial law require new views and algorithms to preserve the life and health of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The purpose: to present data on clinical observation and treatment of patients with CKD stage 1–5 D/T in Ukraine during martial law. The object of the study is CKD stage 1–5 D/T in patients in Ukraine during martial law. The subject of the research is the organization of providing nephrology care to patients with CKD stage 1–5 D/T in Ukraine during martial law. Materials and methods. The study is retro- and prospective; the primary documentation of patients who applied for nephrology care from February 24, 2022 to October 24, 2023 was examined. To study the obtained results, we used data available in open sources, which were subject to SWOT analysis and, if possible, statistical processing using online calculators. Results. According to the United Nations, the population of Ukraine during the military operations decreased by more than 6 million, of which at least 25 % were children. In addition, internal migration is documented, which objectively also negatively affected the ability to provide qualified nephrology care. Regarding the provision of medical care, nephrology patients, who make up an ave­rage of 10 % of the population, form a fairly significant group. The most available statistics during the martial law in Ukraine are on patients receiving renal replacement therapy. In the first 6 months from the beginning of hostilities, emigration in the form of refugees to the European Union amounted to 602 patients receiving dialysis, more than 400 remained in the territories temporarily not controlled by Ukraine. However, from the entire pre-war registry, we still do not have reliable information about more than 1,000 patients who received renal replacement therapy. During the military operations, we proposed to distinguish 4 zones, which differ in their characteristics in terms of the possibilities of providing nephrology care. Conclusions. With the beginning of martial law in Ukraine, primary difficulties arose in the provision of nephrology care. The results of the study showed that these difficulties are related to the unpreparedness of specialized medical care for current challenges and to solve issues that arise in wartime, and are due to a shortage of personnel, medicines and consumables. However, martial law gave impetus to the development of new solutions that proved to be quite successful in improving the provision of nephrology care.
Fixative Solution for Macromolecules in Histological Preparations
Authors: Alimi Hayu Swari , Sari Ria Vena Septhay , Apriliyani Tia , Nuriliani Ardaning , Retnoaji Bambang , Saragih Hendry , Rohmah Zuliyati
Published: December 2023

The fixation process is subjected to preserve cells, tissues, and their components so that the structure can be maintained as their alive condition and prevent autolysis. This literature review purpose to determine the appropriate use of fixative solutions for several macromolecules, such as proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. The literature review data is obtained form the secondary data included books, journals, or articles which discussed about fixative solutions without a limitation on the year of publication. The databases were sourced from Google Scholar, PubMed, NCBI, Science Direct, SpringerLink, Research Gate, and Nature. The keywords for the book search were tissue processing, pathology, and histology. Keywords for searching journals or articles were protein fixation, formaldehyde fixation lipids, fixatives for nucleic acids, Glyo-Fixx fixatives, mercury chloride fixative lipids, formalin-fixed carbohydrates, and ethanol or methanol for fixative lipids. Based on the literature review conducted, it can be concluded that the use of fixative solutions is according to the macromolecules to be observed.
Distribution and Habitat Characteristics of the Green Tree Frog (Rhacophorus reinwardtii Schlegel, 1840) in East Java.
Authors: Pratama Mochammad Yordan Adi , Fatchur Rohman  , Agus Dharmawan  , Vivi Novianti  , Sri Rahayu Lestar
Published: December 2023

Katak pohon hijau (Rhacophorus reinwardtii) terdaftar di IUCN Red List sebagai jenis katak yang hampir terancam (Near Threatened). Penelitian distribusi spasial berbasis aplikasi Sistem Informasi Geografis (SIG) dan karakteristik habitat katak pohon hijau di Jawa Timur merupakan salah satu penelitian yang belum pernah dilakukan di Indonesia. Penelitian yang ada hanya terbatas pada survei keanekaragaman amfibi sehingga perlu dilakukan pembuatan peta distribusi spasial dan mengetahui karakteristik habitat katak pohon hijau di Jawa Timur. Rancangan penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif dan studi literatur yang relevan. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode jelajah (cruising) dan metode visual encounter survey (ves). Teknik komputasi yang digunakan untuk menyusun analisis distribusi spasial menggunakan aplikasi Sistem Informasi Geografis (SIG) dengan melakukan pengumpulan data koordinat perjumpaan katak pohon hijau. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian di Kawasan Taman Nasional Bromo Tengger Semeru (TNBTS), Kawasan Air Terjun Tancak Kembar Kabupaten Bondowoso, dan Kawasan Air Terjun Ironggolo Kabupaten Kediri terdapat 16 titik perjumpaan katak pohon hijau yang berhasil dihimpun dari proyek Gerakan Observasi Amfibi Reptil Kita (GO-ARK) pada aplikasi iNaturalist dan terdapat 3 titik dari hasil kegiatan observasi lapangan. Ketinggian, kemiringan lereng, curah hujan, NDVI, penutup lahan dan jarak dari sungai adalah variabel lingkungan yang memiliki pengaruh besar terhadap distribusi spasial katak pohon hijau di Jawa Timur. Katak pohon hijau di Jawa Timur memiliki kecenderungan menempati berbagai tipe badan air, namun tidak jarang juga meninggalkan jauh badan air, serta memilih menempati tipe vegetasi yang bertajuk tinggi. Katak pohon hijau yang telah ditemukan di lokasi penelitian tergolong menyukai habitat bersinambungan dengan perbatasan pemukiman masyarakat.
American Romantic Elements in Mark Twain’s The tragedy of Puddn’head Wilson
Authors: Rajasekaran Radhakrishnan , Shanthi Dr. R. , Saranya R.
Published: December 2023

This Paper mainly focuses on the romantic elements used by Twain in the novel “The tragedy of Puddn’head Wilson”. The major American romantic elements like a life with nature, civilization is corrupt and, social differences due to slavery. All the points are found plenty in the characters in the novel. The protagonists in the novel are suffering one way or the other because of the social structure that breeds slavery. Slavery is the major theme of the novel and its consequences over the people who walk in and around of it. The novel circumambulates slavery and its effect on people. Slavery is supposed to be the outcome of racial supremacy and “society”. This paper is to prove that society breeds slavery and inequality, and corrupts people with its whims and fancies.
Calidad de vida de la población adulta mayor de Puebla y Nuevo León
Authors: Garay Villegas Sagrario , Calderón Chelius Miguel
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: analizar las siguientes dimensiones asociadas con la calidad de vida de las personas adultas mayores de Puebla y Nuevo León: seguridad económica, acceso a servicios de salud y entornos físicos y sociales. Metodología: la investigación se realizó en aquellos municipios de Puebla y Nuevo León que tienen altos o muy altos niveles de envejecimiento. Se conformaron grupos focales con personas mayores y se entrevistó a los funcionarios de los municipios. Resultados: en Puebla se encontró que hay más personas sin pensión contributiva y sin acceso a servicios de salud que en Nuevo León, donde dicho grupo cuenta con pensión por su trabajo y con servicios de salud. Valor: el análisis de la información contribuye a dar cuenta de las diferencias regionales en lo que concierne a las condiciones de vida de la población adulta mayor, derivadas del contexto en el que han desarrollado su trabajo, así como de las deficiencias que hay en los servicios de salud. Limitaciones: el estudio se circunscribe a las personas con movilidad física que acuden al DIF municipal. Conclusiones: la información obtenida permite observar diferencias importantes entre los estados en cuestión que inciden en la calidad de vida de este grupo etario. Además, en los municipios analizados fue posible observar las necesidades de la población mayor en lo que respecta a servicios, instituciones, familia y comunidad.
Selección del modelo óptimo de predicción de la relación de desempeño de una planta solar fotovoltaica. Un enfoque multicriterio basado en algoritmos de aprendizaje automático
Authors: Yajure Ramírez César A.
Published: December 2023

La producción de energía eléctrica a partir de las plantas solares fotovoltaicas se ha intensificado en los últimos años con el fin de disminuir el uso de los combustibles fósiles. Sin embargo, este tipo de plantas no está exenta de sufrir pérdidas de energía, reduciendo en consecuencia su rendimiento. La Comisión Electrotécnica Internacional, a través de sus estándares, ha diseñado una serie de indicadores de desempeño clave para estas plantas, uno de los cuales es la relación de desempeño. El objetivo de esta investigación es presentar una metodología multicriterio para seleccionar el mejor modelo de clasificación para predecir la clase de la relación de desempeño de plantas solares fotovoltaicas. Se ilustra la metodología, utilizando los datos de una planta comercial ubicada en la zona central de Chile, considerando la técnica de análisis multicriterio TOPSIS, y los algoritmos de K vecinos más cercanos, máquinas de soporte vectorial, bosques aleatorios, y regresión logística, como alternativas del problema de decisión. Los criterios de decisión son las siguientes métricas: exactitud, precisión, f1-score, recall, y ROC-AUC. Como resultado se obtuvo que el mejor modelo correspondió al obtenido con regresión logística, con un puntaje del 100%, seguido del modelo de bosques aleatorios con 82,86%. Se recomienda incorporar nuevos modelos de clasificación a la metodología, y probarla con los datos de otra planta solar fotovoltaica.
Effect of size on mutual impedance coupling in a smart switched-beam antenna array
Authors: Luis Felipe Riaño Galeano  , Hernán Paz Penagos
Published: December 2023

This article presents the impact of array size on mutual impedance coupling in a switched-beam antenna array and its effect on link availability for communication between an UAV and a fixed ground station. Smart antennas are crucial in wireless applications, such as precision agriculture, where the direction of arrival of desired signals must be determined to optimize power reception through the array's radiation pattern. The study focuses on understanding the mutual coupling effects resulting from array characteristics, such as the number of elements and geometry, which can affect antenna impedance and consequently influence on SNR and link availability. The research aims to provide insights into the effect that the number of elements, the spacing between them, and the size or shape of each element in the array have on the lower or higher SNR values due to mutual impedance coupling.
Image to Audio Conversion for Blind People Using Neural Network
Authors: Vyawahare Prof. D. G.
Published: December 2023

Abstract: The development of an image-to-audio conversion system represents a significant stride towards enhancing accessibility and autonomy for visually impaired individuals. This innovative technology leverages computer vision and audio synthesis techniques to convert visual information from images into auditory cues, enabling blind users to interpret and comprehend their surroundings more effectively. The core of this system relies on advanced computer vision algorithms that process input images, recognizing objects, text, and scene elements. These algorithms employ deep learning models to extract meaningful visual features and convert them into a structured representation of the image content. Simultaneously, natural language processing techniques are employed to extract and interpret textual information within the image, such as signs, labels, or written instructions. Once the image content is comprehended, an audio synthesis engine generates a corresponding auditory output. This auditory output is designed to convey the information in a clear and intuitive manner. Additionally, the system can adapt its output based on user preferences and environmental context, providing a customizable and dynamic auditory experience. It empowers blind individuals to independently access visual information from a variety of sources, including printed materials, digital displays, and real-world scenes. Moreover, it promotes inclusion by reducing the reliance on sighted assistance and fostering greater self-reliance and confidence among visually impaired individuals. By harnessing computer vision and audio synthesis, it provides a means for blind individuals to access and interpret visual information independently, thereby enhancing their autonomy, inclusion, and overall quality of life. This innovative solution underscores the potential of technology to bridge accessibility gaps and empower individuals with disabilities.
Natural Language Processing Based Classification of Publication Data
Authors: Das Anshul , Goel Prachi , Jain Apurva
Published: December 2023

Abstract: In the ever-expanding landscape of scholarly publications, the need for efficient and accurate methods of classifying and organizing vast amounts of information has become imperative. This research explores the application of Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques to enhance the classification of publication data. By leveraging advanced linguistic and machine learning approaches, we aim to automate and optimize the categorization of diverse publications, thereby facilitating streamlined access to relevant knowledge.The proposed methodology involves the extraction of key features from textual content, such as abstracts, titles, and keywords, using state-of-the-art NLP algorithms. These features serve as input for a robust classification model that is trained on a diverse dataset of publications spanning various domains. The model's performance is fine-tuned through iterative processes, ensuring adaptability to the nuances and evolving trends within different research fields. Furthermore, we explore the integration of domain-specific ontologies and semantic analysis to enhance the precision and granularity of classification. This allows for a more nuanced understanding of the relationships between publications, enabling users to navigate through knowledge landscapes with increased contextual relevance.The study's significance lies in its potential to revolutionize the way researchers, academics, and professionals access and organize vast amounts of information. The proposed NLP-based classification system not only promises efficiency in information retrieval but also lays the groundwork for developing intelligent recommendation systems tailored to individual user preferences and research interests.Ultimately, this research contributes to the evolving field of information science by presenting a novel approach to publication data classification that aligns with the accelerating pace of information creation and dissemination in today's knowledge-driven society
Green Synthesis and Characterization of Hydrozincite Nanoparticles from Wild Passion Fruit
Authors: Mithra R. , Venkateshwari S.
Published: December 2023

Abstract: Green synthesis of nano particles involves the use of whole plant or parts of plant for the bioreduction of metal ions into their elemental form. Hydrozincite nano particles were synthesized using the wild passion fruit. The fruit has got so many health benefits. The synthesized nano particles were characterized by X-Ray diffraction(XRD), Fourier Transform Infra-Red spectroscopy(FT-IR), UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy(UV), Scanning Electron Microscope(SEM) and Energy Dispersive X-Ray Diffraction(EDX). Using XRD the average particle size was found to be 14.032nm. The functional groups of the prepared sample were identified using FT-IR analysis. From UV the absorption peak was noticed at 302.199 nm which confirms the particle was in nano range. The surface morphology of the synthesized particles was noticied as bread spongy from the SEM analysis. The chemical compounds in the nano particles were identified using EDX analysis. Anti-microbial resistance is one of the greatest challenges to global health. The prepared nano particle shows a good effect for both gram-positive and gramnegative anti-bacterial activity.
Behaviour of Building Under Different Combination of Eccentricity
Authors: Kashyap Swaranjali , Pendharkar Umesh
Published: December 2023

Abstract: The study looks at the effect of eccentricity in load combinations, recognising the importance of non-uniform loading circumstances on structural behaviour. The combination of eccentricity factors and moment distribution not only improves structural analysis accuracy but also makes it easier to identify crucial spots prone to higher stresses. This holistic method strives to optimise structural designs while maintaining safety, efficiency, and adherence to applicable design requirements.Case studies and comparative analyses are used in the study to validate the efficiency of the suggested technique. The results show that using the combined technique of moment distribution and eccentricity considerations inside STAAD Pro software improves the accuracy and reliability of structural analysis. This study adds vital insights to the field of structural engineering by providing engineers with a more sophisticated technique.
Cost Effective and Trending Housing Techniques
Authors: Saxena Nitin
Published: December 2023

Abstract: Housing is the most required development to build a nation developed. In India most of the population in urban as well as in rural areas still required a better shelters or houses for accommodation with better living environment including with all amenities , social , cultural , healthy , safe , hygienic , spacious , pollution free , climatically comfortable , eco- friendly and affordable houses. The economic weaker section can’t afford the housing cost in present conditions. Government of India support needy people by funds, and also provides subsidized affordable houses by developing many policies and projects in this direction. This paper aims towards the study of effective housing demand , current patterns of development and finding the Innovative Contraction techniques , Materials (local and eco friendly) , Planning and designing methods , to make the solution . With the help of techniques of construction, Planning, and use of local and sustainable material , the Cost effective housing can be developed in less time and in budget .
Analysis of Heuristic and Hermeneutic Reading in Burdah Book: A Study of Michael Rifaterre's Semiotic Approach
Authors: Tamim Mulloh  , Abyad Habil , Nurul HIkmah Nurul
Published: December 2023

This study aimed to analyze the application of Michael Rifaterre's semiotic approach in discussing heuristic and hermeneutic reading methods in the book of Burdah. This research used a qualitative approach with a focus on text analysis. The method used involves Michael Rifaterre's semiotic approach as the main framework. Data was collected through literature studies related to Burdah and semiotic approaches, as well as analysis of Burdah texts using heuristic and hermeneutic lenses. The results showed that the heuristic approach helps reveal symbolic and metaphorical elements, while the hermeneutic approach deepens the understanding of the historical and cultural context surrounding Burdah. Thus, a combinative reading of both approaches forms a more holistic understanding. The study concluded that Michael Rifaterre's semiotic approach can be an effective framework for analyzing heuristic and hermeneutic readings in classical Islamic texts such as Burdah. The combination of the two approaches enriches the understanding of literary work, revealing deeper layers of meaning.
Evaluation of the FAST HUG implementation effect on the mortality and length of stay in admitted patient in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital
Authors: Kouchek Mehran , Arabzadeh Behnam , Nooraei Navid , Fathi Mansour , Miri Mir Mohammad
Published: December 2023

Objective: We aimed to determine new version of the FAST HUG implementation effect on the mortality and length of stay in admittedpatient in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital.
Methods: We conducted a prospective cohort study on 406 patients who admitted in medical and surgical ICU of Imam Hossein Hospitalof Tehran province in Iran from July 1, 2022, to September 30, 2022. We identified predictors of ICU mortality by logistic regression model,predictors of 28-day mortality/re-hospitalization/recovery by generalized ordered logit model, predictors of length of stay (LOS) by linearregression, predictors of mechanical ventilation by generalized ordered logit and predictors of SOFA score by hurdle model.
Results: This mnemonic had protective impact (OR = 0.56, P-value = 0.01) on the 28-days mortality. One unit increase in mean of FAST HUGscore had a preventive effect on the outcome of death (OR = 0.21). Surgical admission type (Coefficient = –3.24, P-value = 0.00) and FASTHUG implementation (Coefficient =1.58, P-value= 0.0) were strongest factors on the LOS.
Conclusion: Our study results approved the importance of the FAST HUG implementation on the decrease of patient mortality in ICU and28 days after discharge. Additionally, this checklist had a statistically significant role in declining SOFA scores in ICU patients.
Metodologia para avaliação de efeitos em educação: o caso do Prêmio Escola Nota Dez
Authors: Nascimento Francisco Cartegiano de Araújo , Oliveira Rodrigo De Souza , LIMA Marcos Antonio Martins
Published: December 2023

Investir em avaliação de políticas educacionais tem sido uma constante nos governos cearenses dos últimos 20 anos. O intuito é aprimorar práticas metodológicas, gestão escolar e ampliar o desempenho no Sistema Permanente de Avaliação da Educação Básica do Ceará (SPAECE). Afinal, a avaliação pode contribuir para melhorias no processo de tomada de decisão dos gestores e, assim, qualificar o serviço público. O presente artigo se dedica a investigar o “Prêmio Escola Nota Dez” como metodologia de avaliação educacional e busca avaliar o seu efeito nas práticas de gestão escolar e melhoria dos indicadores, tendo como locus duas escolas municipais do Ceará, uma de Sobral e outra de Aquiraz. Estruturado sob o modelo metodológico quadripolar, o referencial teórico apoia-se nos conceitos de Max Weber para burocracia, meritocracia e eficiência na administração pública, fazendo uma relação com o pensamento de Ralph Tyler sobre avaliação por objetivos. Os resultados apontam que o Prêmio Escola Nota Dez favorece o desenvolvimento de ações de cooperação técnico-pedagógicas entre as escolas premiada e apoiada, e contribui para a melhoria do processo de gestão educacional e do desempenho dos estudantes.
TFRS 9 Finansal Araçlar Standardının Bankaların Gayrinakdi Kredi Karşılıklarına Etkisi: Kredi Kartları Üzerine İnceleme
Authors: SÜNER Mustafa , ÇİNKO Levent
Published: December 2023

TFRS 9 standardının uygulanması neticesinde gayrinakit kredileri karşılıklarında ve bunların muhasebeleştirilmesinde farklılıklar meydana gelmiştir. TFRS 9 öncesindeki uygulamada genel karşılık 1. Ve 2.grup kredileri ile gayrinakdi krediler risk bakiyesi üzerinden ayrılmakta, ilgili yönetmelik nezdinde maktu bir oran belirlenmekteydi. TFRS 9 uygulamasıyla hem toplam risk kredi dönüşüm oranıyla azaltılmakta, hem de kredi kartı kullanılabilir limit ve kullanılan limitler için ayrı ayrı beklenen kredi zarar karşılığı ayrılmaktadır. Çalışmanın amacı, TFRS 9 standardının öncesi ve sonrası muhasebe ve karşılık uygulamalarındaki değişiklikler ele alınmak suretiyle literatüre katkıda bulunmaktır. Bu çalışmada 2016-2020 dönemini kapsayacak şekilde kredi kartı adet ve taahhüt edilen harcama limiti açısından üst sıralarda bulunan Türkiye’de halka açık 4 adet borsaya kote bankanın verileri kullanılmıştır. TFRS 9 sonrasında 4 bankanın da gayri nakdi kredi karşılık bakiyeleri ve rezerv oranları artmış olsa da kredi kartı karşılık bakiyelerinde benzer bir artış görülmemiş, kredi kartı rezerv oranlarında ise düşüş görülmüştür. Gayrinakdi kredilerin ve kredi kartlarının NPL oranında kayda değer bir değişiklik gözlemlenmemiştir.
Boşanma Oranları ile Makroekonomik Değişkenler Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi: Türkiye Örneği
Authors: ÖKSÜZ Gül , ÜRKMEZ Emre
Published: December 2023

Bu çalışmada Türkiye’nin 2004-2019 dönemlerini kapsayan 26 alt bölgeye göre boşanma oranları ile işsizlik, yoksulluk, kadınların iş gücüne katılım oranı ve Gini katsayısı değişkenleri arasındaki ilişkiyi panel veri analizi yöntemi ile incelenmiştir. Çalışma uzun bir dönemi kapsaması, bölgesel farklılıkları ve Türkiye geneli için ele alınması bakımından literatüre katkı sağlaması amaçlanmıştır. Türkiye geneli için yapılan analiz sonuçlarına göre yoksulluk oranlarının boşanma oranları üzerinde pozitif yönlü ve istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir etkisi olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Türkiye’de yoksulluk düzeyi arttıkça boşanma oranları da artmaktadır. İşsizlik oranı, kadınların iş gücüne katılım oranı ve Gini katsayısı değişkenlerinin ise boşanma oranları üzerine istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir etkisi bulunamamıştır. Modellemeler çerçevesinde kurulan etkileşim değişkenlerinin yer aldığı panel veri modeli sonuçlarına göre kadınların iş gücüne katılım oranı, işsizlik oranı, yoksulluk oranı ve Gini katsayısı değişkenlerinin boşanma oranları üzerinde bölgesel olarak farklılık gösterdiği tespit edilmiştir. Sonuç olarak Türkiye’de bölgeler arası kadınların iş gücüne katılım oranı, işsizlik oranı, yoksulluk oranı ve Gini katsayısı arttıkça boşanma oranlarının arttığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
Argumento Anarquista da alienação em “A Família Dinossauro”
Authors: Lopes Ricardo Cortez
Published: December 2023

o artigo aborda o argumento anarquista no interior da sátira Família Dinossauro (1992-1994), o qual embasou teoricamente a produção ficcional. Após uma revisão bibliográfica, procedemos uma busca de episódios levando em conta o referencial teórico. A análise dos dados levou a 3 níveis: os nomes, os episódios e os personagens, que ajudaram a responder ao problema de pesquisa. A conjunção desses dados levou a uma grande “filosofia”: não há uma civilização de fato, e sim uma animalidade; a modernidade não se concretizou, há uma farsa democrática e os personagens o expressam por via de uma ironia auto-iludida, que "desencanta" a alienação.
Teoria da reprodução social, educação escolar quilombola e desigualdades socioeducacionais
Authors: Matos Wesley Santos de , Franco Marco Antônio Melo
Published: December 2023

Este estudo tem o objetivo de discutir a Educação Escolar Quilombola – EEQ, como ela se constituiu por meio de políticas públicas educacionais voltadas para a população remanescente de quilombos em todo território nacional. Grupo esse que sempre esteve à margem da sociedade e dos bens por ela produzidos. Para compreender os processos de luta do movimento quilombola e como a EEQ se constituiu enquanto política nos apoiamos nas discussões de Larchert e Oliveira (2013), além de documentos oficias do estado brasileiro. Buscou-se analisar esta modalidade da Educação Básica à luz da Teoria da Reprodução Social surgida na segunda metade do século XX. Para tanto, mobilizamos autores, como Bourdieu (2007) Bourdieu e Passeron (2014) e Nogueira (2021) com os conceitos de Capital Cultural, Social e Econômico e Bernstein (2003) utilizando a discussão em torno do conceito de recontextualização. E por fim, efetuamos um diálogo entre a EEQ e o referencial teórico escolhido para compreender como a escola, o currículo e seus discursos têm contribuído para a reprodução social e, consequentemente, transformar desigualdades sociais em desigualdades educacionais. Destacamos que esta reflexão faz parte de um recorte teórico realizado na pesquisa de doutoramento em educação que está em andamento no Programa de Pós-Graduação em Educação da Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto. "O presente trabalho foi realizado com apoio da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior - Brasil (CAPES) - Código de Financiamento 001”.
A rotatividade no call center: um olhar a partir dos jovens de um call center em Teresina, Piauí
Authors: Araujo Johnne Petterson de Sousa
Published: December 2023

A metamorfose do mundo de produção capitalista global se modifica historicamente, ampliando sua capacidade a partir de suas transições no que se refere ao seu modo de organização do labor, do emprego e da produção. As revoluções industriais e tecnológicas apresentam, em grande medida, este rearranjo e traz à tona “novas” modificações advindas desta metamorfose do capital no século XXI. Considerando as sociedades contemporâneas, que se desenvolvem a partir de uma lógica de produção capitalista, baseada na telemática, surgem diversos ramos intermediários na atividade produtiva intensivos em informação, comunicação, dentre eles, os Call Center. A restruturação produtiva reconfigura as variáveis do trabalhador e sua forma de inserção no mundo do trabalho. Fatores que outrora não eram apropriados pelo capital como por exemplo, a dimensão subjetiva passam a ser apoderados pelo modo de organização do trabalho, em sua nova roupagem de acumulação flexível, tercerismo e outros arranjos que captura o trabalhador e altera suas experiências nas relações do labor. Diante deste contexto, esse estudo é sobre o trabalho de jovens em uma empresa de Call Center em Teresina, Piauí. Portanto, busca-se compreender como se constitui o trabalho de jovens teresinenses em Call Center ante aos processos de superexploração da força de trabalho em um contexto de deformação do mundo do trabalho. No que se refere os procedimentos teórico metodológicos, as categorias e conceitos chaves são: terceirismo, flexibilidade, intensificação do setor de serviços, superexploração do trabalho, Call Center, telemarketing, precarização do trabalho, trabalho emocional. Por meio dessas categorias, busca-se compreender como os jovens de Teresina veem no Call Center uma forma de ingressar no mercado de trabalho. A questão de como vem se constituído o trabalho nos espaços de Call Center, sobretudo da força de trabalho jovens, chamou atenção, uma vez que os trabalhadores estão inseridos em um contexto de deformações em esfera global, do labor. A partir das entrevistas realizadas com esses jovens, é possível afirmar que o trabalho por eles realizado era considerado como um “trampolim”, sobretudo para aqueles que estão/estavam no ensino superior ou que já concluíram. Diante dessa realidade, restam continuar como operador(a) de telemarketing, a não se encontrarem incorporados pela tragédia do desemprego. Porém, não consideravam a função que exerciam como um emprego, mais apenas um meio para custear necessidades para continuarem construindo uma outra alternativa de “projeto de vida”.
JUTSUNYM: INDEXICAL ALIGNMENT IN THE NAMING OF JUTSU IN COMIC, ANIMATION, AND VIDEO GAME SERIES
Authors: Sartika Yustin , Widyarini Susilo Putri  , Lilik Untari  , Arianto Puput , Muhammad Nur Kholis
Published: December 2023

Studies on charactonym leave an underinvestigated field of moves or jutsu in Japanese. Characters in action comics, anime, and computer games are equipped with moves e.g. Goku with his iconic Kamehameha, Monkey D. Luffy with his Gomu Gomu no Pistol, and Spider Man with his Maximum Spider. We argue that these moves deserve their own umbrella in charactonym studies – we call it jutsunym. Though adopting a Japanese martial art term, jutsunym is not limited on Japanese media. Investigating a corpus of jutsu defining comic, anime, and game series through the lens of Smith’s Peircean names as signs and Rudnyckyj’s relevance of content and form which was later developed by Gerus-Tarnawecky’s theory in literary onomastics, we found that in naming a jutsu or a move, the authors tend to consider what we call as indexical alignment – an alignment between the names of the jutsu or the moves with narrative, mechanical, visual, and audial elements. Narrative elements align themselves with jutsu names through story and character, mechanical elements through connotative and denotative, visual elements through indicative and implicative, and audial elements through quoting and catchphrasing.
Predicting depression and suicidal tendencies by analyzing online activities using machine learning in android devices
Authors: Rajput Sara Qadeer , Memon Khuhed , Palli Ghulam Hyder
Published: December 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about a profound transformation in the realm of technology, with Machine Learning (ML) within AI playing a crucial role in today's healthcare systems. Advanced systems with intellectual abilities resembling those of humans are being created and utilized to carry out intricate tasks. Applications like Object recognition, classification, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), Natural Language processing (NLP), among others, have started producing magnificent results with algorithms trained on humongous data readily available these days. Keeping in view the socio-economic implications of the pandemic threat posed to the world by COVID-19, this research aims at improving the quality of life of people suffering from mild depression by timely diagnosing the symptoms using AI in android devices, especially phones. In cases of severe depression, which is highly likely to lead to suicide, valuable lives can also be saved if adequate help can be dispatched to such patients within time. This can be achieved using automatic analysis of users’ data including text messages, emails, voice calls and internet search history, among other mobile phone activities, using Text mining/ text analytics which is the process of deriving meaningful information from natural language text. Machine Learning models analyse the users’ behaviour continuously from text and voice communications and data, thereby identifying if there are any negative tendencies in the behaviour over a certain period of time, and by using this information make inferences about the mental health state of the patient and instantly request appropriate healthcare before it is too late. In this research, an android application capable of performing the aforementioned tasks in real-time has been developed and tested for various performance features with an average accuracy of 95%.
Physicochemical and pathological assessment of groundwater quality from Sargodha, Pakistan using hybrid multi-layer slow sand filter: pre and post treatment analysis
Authors: Abdullah Abdullah , Rashid Uzma , Din Islam Ud , Aslam Muhammad Tahseen , Nazir Farzana , Kanwal Ammarah , Kulsoom Razia , Hussain Fouzia , Afzal Muhammad , Abidi Syed Hussain , Memon Niaz
Published: December 2023

One of the main issues confronting humanity in the twenty-first century is the lack of potable water availability. Around half of the world’s consumers face drinking water scarcity. Industrially rich areas have a high population and high-water contamination risk factors. Modern technologies that are quite effective for water purification, present economical limitations that impede their usefulness in developing countries. Conventional methods involving low energy, low chemical demand, and prevention of water-borne disease are therefore significant for water purification in developing countries like Pakistan. These limitations have led to improvising the conventional method for facile water purification. Herein we report the water purification assembly based on allow sand filtration; involving the raw materials grass, clay, sand, silt, pebbles, gravel and coal/ fly ash carbon to obtain clean and quality-controlled water treatment. Ground water samples collected from various areas of Sargodha city were subjected to the developed design Hybrid Multi-Layer Slow Sand Filter (HMLSSF). Based on pre- and post-treatment water analysis, it was determined that the filtration assembly was quite effective at reducing pH, turbidity, dissolved and suspended solids, hardness, and heavy metals percent removal by 87%, 77.7%, 91.3%, 95.4%, 84.4%, and to promising levels, respectively. Moreover, 99 % biological contamination such as total coliform was also removed by this method.
Organizational level energy conservation and efficiency - a case of public sector organization in Karachi, Pakistan
Authors: Allah Anqa Min , Iqbal Jamshaid , Amjad Shahid
Published: December 2023

Pakistan is facing chronic energy crises since many years. This paper aims to provide an overview of the current status of energy efficiency and conservation practices at organizational level in Pakistan. The first phase of this study evaluates the trends in electricity consumption in selected buildings over the last six years (2017–2022). Subsequently, a survey was conducted in selected buildings to assess employee morale and knowledge of energy efficiency and conservation. Results show an insignificant change in electricity consumption in selected buildings during the past six year’s period indicating a poor culture of energy savings in the selected organization. Despite a constant electricity consumption from 2017 to 2022, a significant fluctuation in average billing amounts was observed. This is possibly due to electricity tariff that has continuously been fluctuating since last few years in Pakistan including Karachi. Study reveals that more than 50% of the employees in selected organization were aware about the importance of energy efficiency and conservation however, they rarely practice the energy saving measures during their routine activities. This is perhaps due to the lack of sense of national stewardship among the employees. It was also found that most of the employees of the selected organization are aware and motivated towards the environmental and climate change concerns related to energy production and its efficient use. However, again a small number of employees were found practicing the energy conservation and efficiency measures. According to this study, companies should encourage staff members to save energy by offering frequent trainings and educational opportunities. Additionally, the organizations ought to think about switching to renewable energy sources.