bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pilanuk Dance: Forms of Existence and Moral Values ​​in the Kanayatn Dayak Community
Authors: Oktariani Dwi
Published: February 2025

A traditional dance work departs from a value that is owned by an ethnic group. Pilanuk dance is a dance originating from the Kanayatn Dayak tribe in West Borneo. This study discusses the existence o the Pilanuk dance which has succeeded in regenerating it amoung the Kanayatn Dayak community and the wider community. The description o the moral values contained in the Pilanuk dance o the Kanayatn Dayak tribe in West Borneo is based on the philosophy o the Pilanuk dance, the origins of creation, the practice process, and what can be seen from the Pilanuk dance form. Descriptive method to present data in the form o words obtained in the field together with a search of study documentation, and sources who are performers of the Pilanuk dance. This research was conducted in Ambawang district, Kubu raya, West Borneo. The approach taken to obtain data in this study is to use a semiotic and etnochoreologic approach. The results of the study show that the Pilanuk dance contains moral values that are beneficial to people’s lives. Moral values can be seen from the form of motion and the philosophy on which the Pilanuk dance is created. The moral values in Pilanuk dance include dexterity, ingenuity, vigilance, seriousness, dicipline, entertainment and aestethic, responsibility, cooperation, mutual cooperation, harmony, brotherhood, friendship, the value of truth and the value of honesty.
Study on Evaluation Models of Hidden Curriculum: Illuminative, Case Study and Responsive
Authors: Wathani Diki Hasrul , Arifin Zainal
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this research is to explore and evaluate the influence of the hidden curriculum on character development among students in a formal educational setting. The background of this study stems from the observation that many essential aspects of education are not covered in the formal curriculum, necessitating further attention in evaluation. The urgency of this research lies in the need to understand the dynamics of the hidden curriculum, which can impact students’ behavior, attitudes, and values, thereby contributing to their character development. The research method used is a qualitative approach with an illuminative evaluation model, involving three stages: curriculum document investigation, classroom observation, and interviews with teachers and students. Collected data were analyzed to identify emerging patterns and themes related to the hidden curriculum. The findings indicate that the hidden curriculum has a significant impact, both positive and negative, on students’ learning experiences. The study reveals that the interaction between the intended and learned curriculum creates space for the internalization of certain behaviors and attitudes that either support or hinder educational goals.The conclusion of this study emphasizes the importance of awareness of the hidden curriculum in curriculum development and teaching practices. By understanding and evaluating the hidden curriculum, educators can design more holistic and effective learning experiences that focus not only on academic achievement but also on students’ character formation. This research can serve as a reference for curriculum developers and educators in creating a better learning environment.
Four Decades of Pop-up Book Media in Education: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Supriani Ni Made , Lasmawan I Wayan , Kertih I Wayan
Published: February 2025

This study aims to analyse the development and impact of pop-up book media in education over the past four decades, focusing on their effectiveness as pedagogical tools for enhancing learning experiences among young readers. A bibliometric analysis was conducted using data sourced from Scopus, examining 117 articles related to pop-up books and education. The analysis employed performance assessment and science mapping techniques to evaluate research contributions and relationships within the field. The findings reveal that pop-up books engage young readers through interactive, tactile, visual, and textual modalities, significantly improving reading literacy and comprehension. They have been effectively integrated into various subjects, including language and art, and have shown positive outcomes in enhancing creativity and cognitive abilities among children. However, challenges such as high production costs and limited accessibility remain. The study underscores the potential of pop-up books as effective educational resources, advocating for their broader implementation in early childhood education. It suggests that educators and curriculum developers should consider incorporating pop-up books to foster engagement and improve learning outcomes. This research contributes to the existing literature by providing a comprehensive bibliometric overview of pop-up books in education, highlighting their evolving role and the need for further exploration of hybrid learning tools that combine physical and digital elements.
Evaluation of Community Preparedness for Forest and Land Fire Management
Authors: Harjanti Diah Trismi , Putri Hafiziani Eka , Windusari Firdha Anugrah , Arini Audi Cindra , Fujianti Lia Nurbanillah
Published: February 2025

The village of Rasau Jaya Dua is primarily composed of peatlands, and since most of its residents are farmers, much of their agricultural activities take place on these lands. The practice of burning peatlands for farming purposes raises the risk of forest and land fires. Additionally, careless actions like burning waste or improperly discarding cigarette butts on peatlands can also trigger fires. For this reason, researchers must evaluate the community’s level of emergency response planning as part of their disaster preparedness efforts. This study uses descriptive quantitative research with a questionnaire as the main data collection method. A total of 44 people participated in the study. The results revealed that the Rasau Jaya Dua Village community has emergency response plans for forest and land fires, with 48% having a high-level plan, 6% moderate, and 25% low. The community also has fire suppression tools and basic supplies such as clean water, first aid kits, and masks.
Analysis of the Effectiveness of the Roles of Writers and Public Figures as Reading Ambassadors: A Comparative Study in Encouraging the Improvement of Community Literacy
Authors: Hardianty Sri , Ismawan Dana
Published: February 2025

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the roles of writers and public figures as reading ambassadors in promoting literacy culture and increasing reading interest in the community. The formulation of this research focuses on the comparison of strategies used by writers and public figures in spreading literacy messages, as well as the impact of both roles on society. The method used in this research is a comparative study with a qualitative approach, which involves collecting and analyzing data from various written sources, including books, articles and related reports. The results show that authors, through their profound and inspiring literary works, are able to create a captivating reading experience and build a strong emotional connection with readers. On the other hand, public figures utilize their popularity and extensive networks on social media to spread literacy messages in a more direct and interactive way, reaching a larger audience in a short period of time. Despite the differences in approaches and strategies used, collaboration between writers and public figures has been shown to strengthen literacy promotion efforts. This study concludes that the synergy between these two roles can create a significant impact in improving the reading culture in society. By utilizing their respective strengths, writers and public figures can jointly encourage higher reading interest and provide sustainable benefits for the social and intellectual development of the community.
Aesthetics of the Saur Matua Ceremony in Surabaya
Authors: Simanjuntak Josia William
Published: February 2025

This study aims to describe the aesthetic form of art in the Saur Matua ceremony in Surabaya, which is an important part of the Batak cultural tradition. The background of this research focuses on the importance of understanding how elements of art, such as music, dance, and cultural symbols, contribute to creating aesthetic value and spiritual meaning in urban contexts. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive approach, which involves collecting data through observation, interviews, and documentation to gain a deep understanding of the ritual practice. The results of the study show that the aesthetics in the Saur Matua ceremony reflect the harmony between Batak culture and the urban environment of Surabaya, and serve as a representation of the last respect that is full of spiritual meaning. Elements such as dance, traditional music, and ritual decorations not only create an atmosphere that favors reflection and reverence, but also communicate profound social and religious values. The aesthetics in the Saur Matua ceremony are not only related to visual beauty, but also include emotional and spiritual experiences that bring participants closer to their cultural values. This research makes an important contribution to understanding the role of art and aesthetics in death rituals, as well as how traditions can adapt in modern contexts.
Discovery of amodiachins, a novel class of 4-aminoquinoline antimalarials active against multi-drug resistant Plasmodium falciparum.
Authors: Handford Mason J , Li Yuexin , Riscoe Terry , Liebman Katherine , Riscoe Michael K
Published: February 2025

A structure activity relationship study was undertaken centered on the 4-aminoquinoline antimalarial, amodiaquine. The research described herein focuses on the optimization for metabolic stability and in vivo activity of amodiachin analogs as potential antimalarials. A series of compounds was synthesized, and antiplasmodial activity assessed against cultured P. falciparum (Pf) infected erythrocytes and cytotoxicity was determined in HepG2 cells. Selected compounds were advanced for P. yoelli (Py) parasite suppression and additional in vivo experiments in a murine malaria model. The results of this work indicate that the addition of a piperidine heterocycle improves antiparasitic activity and varying the length and branching of a terminal N-alkyl enhances metabolic stability and in vivo efficacy. The research described here highlights the outstanding antimalarial candidate 43 (ADC-028) which exhibits low nanomolar IC50 values against drug-sensitive and multidrug-resistant Pf in an in vitro assay and demonstrates low cytotoxicity. After evaluation for metabolic stability in murine microsomes (t1/2 = 48.2 min), 43 was examined for in vivo Py suppression and in vivo efficacy, which demonstrated a non-recrudescence dose (NRD) of 16 mg/kg/d. A pharmacokinetic study in mice showed that 43 has excellent metabolic stability in vivo with a T1/2 = 84 hr in the bloodstream and respectable bioavailability (F = 76%). This study identifies 43 as a potential candidate for further evaluation and highlights the importance of discovering novel compounds to overcome drug resistance for treatment of malaria.
A Fast and Accurate Semi-Analytical Solution for Lumped Models of Co-Current Moving Bed Reactors
Authors: Bertoli Sávio , Apolinar-Hernández Jesús , Krebs de Souza Carolina , Jeferson Gonçalves Marcel , Soares Cíntia , Padoin Natan
Published: February 2025

Moving bed reactors (MBRs) are widely used in various industrial processes, making the development of mathematical models crucial for their design, optimization, and control. This study presents a semi-analytical solution (SAS) for a lumped parameter kinetic and heat transfer model of a tubular MBR, where a first-order chemical reaction occurs uniformly within the particles. SAS is developed using the concepts of the finite analytic method: decomposition of the problem domain into small intervals, keeping the terms as linear and evaluated under the conditions at the beginning of each interval, and obtaining local analytical solutions in these intervals. SAS is a fast, consistent, and unconditionally stable numerical scheme that can handle very stiff systems (SR=10^305). A comparison of the SAS results with those of traditional ODE solvers – explicit Euler, Heun, Ralston, and Runge-Kutta of 3rd, 4th, and 5th order – shows excellent agreement. Moreover, for a case study with Biot number less than 0.11 and fourth Damköhler number less than 1.5, the comparison of SAS with a numerical solution (using the finite difference method) of a distributed parameter model, shows a maximum relative error of 0.17%, 0.04% and 6.3% for particle temperature, fluid temperature and conversion, respectively. SAS is (partially) validated by comparison with experimental data from thermogravimetric analysis of kaolinite calcination. In addition, a specific methodology for error analysis is presented, which allows rounding and linearization errors to be estimated.
Co-Design of Cyanobacteria Mutant Strains and Processes for Phosphorus Recovery from Livestock Wastewater
Authors: Chavkin Theodore A. , Gonzalez Leonardo D. , Cansino-Loeza Brenda , Larson Rebecca , Pfleger Brian F. , Zavala Victor M.
Published: February 2025

Livestock agriculture generally operates as a linear economy, consuming large quantities of nonrenewable energy and nutrients while generating waste that often pollutes the environment. In this work, we propose approaches to help mitigate nutrient pollution via the development of cyanobacteria-based processes that capture phosphorus from dairy manure. Using engineered strains of cyanobacteria, we were able to increase biomass phosphorus density 8.5-fold with no impact on growth rate, producing biomass that contained 14% phosphorus by mass. Techno-economic modeling revealed that the dramatic increase in phosphorus density leads to a significantly more cost- and resource-efficient process, with over a 2-fold reduction in total annualized cost (TAC), 8-fold reduction in required land use, 3-fold reduction in energy usage, and fully eliminating the use of freshwater. Further analysis showed that combining the mutant strain with a simplified nutrient recovery process resulted in a phosphorus recovery charge (PRC) of 9.2 USD per kg P, which is 88% lower than an estimated socioeconomic cost of P runoff (75 USD per kg P) and equivalent to a service charge of 0.015 USD/gal of manure processed. By using cyanobacteria biomass as a P-dense biofertilizer, the proposed approach can help facilitate nutrient transportation and the transition to a more circular agricultural economy.
Atomic-Scale Insights into Nanoparticle Exsolution from Dislocation- Engineered Host Oxides
Authors: Weber Moritz L. , Kindelmann Moritz , Jennings Dylan , Hoelschke Jan , Dittmann Regina , Mayer Joachim , Rheinheimer Wolfgang , Fang Xufei , Gunkel Felix
Published: February 2025

Achieving control over properties such as density and lateral distribution of catalytic nanoparticles under operating conditions is a major challenge for the development of active and durable catalysts for green hydrogen-based energy technologies, where nanoparticle coarsening often causes performance degradation. While metal exsolution catalysts are regarded to be robust against this degradation mode, coarsening and increased densities of exsolved metal nanoparticles have been detected near extended defects. This study examines the role of dislocations in metal exsolution reactions and explores the potential of dislocation-engineering for the synthesis of dislocationassociated nanoparticles. We demonstrate an atomic-level correlation between bulk dislocations and surface nanoparticle locations through a novel approach for engineering epitaxial thin films with confined regions of increased dislocation densities in combination with in-situ scanning transmission electron microscopy. While nanoparticle exsolution proceeds across the entire sample, two primary reasons for the frequent nucleation of dislocation-associated nanoparticles are identified: the accumulation of exsolution-active acceptors along dislocations and lattice distortions expected to lower the energy barrier for nanoparticle nucleation. This work establishes a proof of concept for using engineered dislocations in exsolution catalysts to synthesize nanoparticles with modified nanoparticle-support properties relevant for the thermal stability and the lateral distribution of exsolved nanoparticles.
Fragment libraries from large synthetic compounds and natural products: A comparative chemoinformatic analysis
Authors: Ramírez-Cid Verónica , Chávez-Hernández Ana L. , Sánchez López Osvaldo , Marques Novais Raul , Alegbejo Price Temitayo Omowumi , Moraes Alves Kamilla , Lima Silva Wemenes J. , Silva Emery Flavio da , Andrade Carolina Horta , Medina-Franco José L.
Published: February 2025

We report comprehensive fragment libraries obtained from large natural product databases and compare their chemical space coverage and diversity with synthetic fragment libraries. Specifically, we obtained 2,583,127 fragments derived from the recently updated Collection of Open Natural Products (COCONUT) data set with more than 695,133 non-redundant natural products, and 74,193 fragments derived from the Latin America Natural Product Database (LANaPDB) with 13,578 unique natural products from Latin America. The content, chemical space coverage and chemical diversity of the natural product libraries were compared to the recently developed CRAFT library, which contains 1,214 fragments based on novel heterocyclic scaffolds and natural product-derived chemicals. The fragments libraries herein obtained and curated are freely available at https://github.com/DIFACQUIM/Fragment-libraries-from-large-synthetic-compounds-and-natural-products-collections.git.
Platinum-Modified Cantor Alloys as High-Entropy Electrocatalysts for Oxygen Reduction Reaction
Authors: Lobjakas Wiljar , Clausen Christian Møgelberg , Nerut Jaak , Rossmeisl Jan
Published: February 2025

High-entropy alloys (HEAs) are increasingly recognised as promising catalyst materials due to their highly tunable compositions. In particular, the Cantor alloy, CrCoFeMnNi, has attracted significant interest as a low-cost, earth-abundant alternative to Pt-group catalysts. However, the Cantor alloy is susceptible to degradation in acidic environments. To address this, Pt has been proposed as an addition to the Cantor alloy to leverage the high catalytic activity and surface stability of Pt. In this study, we identify and elucidate the catalytic activity trend for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) across the CrCoFeMnNiPt composition space. Assuming the formation of a Pt skin through surface reconfiguration, a machine learning-accelerated simulation protocol infers the strain-corrected adsorption strengths of key reaction intermediates and uses them as descriptors for kinetic modelling. Our results show that Pt-modification of the Cantor alloy is a potentially viable strategy towards active and durable ORR catalysts. However, we also observe binary Pt-rich alloys with approximately 80% Pt exhibit the highest ORR activity due to synergistic ligand and strain effects. As this analysis identifies known alloys with high ORR performance, we suggest that this framework contributes to a clear understanding of how bulk composition affects the reaction kinetics of complex surface alloys.
COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN PEAT MOSS AND PEANUT SHELL AS A NURSERY MEDIA
Authors: M. H. Manal. , El- Moula Gad , Hawash A. M. , Ahmed Mohamed S. M.
Published: February 2025

Nursery management practices play a crucial role in the growth and development of plants cultivated within nurseries. This experimental study has been laid out during 2022 and 2023 growing seasons and aimed to investigate the influence of some nursery substrates mixture management on seedlings growth and development. Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) shell has gained attention for their versatility and potential application in complete nurseries. The study aimed to explore the feasibility of using grounded peanut shell, as an affordable organic nursery substrate for cultivating seedlings of beans, cucumber, tomatoes, cantaloupe, zucchini, cabbage and lettuce. Different mixtures of grounded peanut shell 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100% (v/v), as an alternative of peat moss mixed with in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) in three replicates. Several parameters were assessed. The study evaluates several parameters of seedling growth, such as seedling dry weight, seedling fresh weight, seedling stem diameter, seedling length, seedling leaf area, number of leaves, and the nutrient content (NPK) of the seedling leaves. The results indicate that the most favorable treatment is a mixture of 50% traditional nursery substrate and 50% peanut shell (T3). This combination yielded the best outcomes across the evaluated parameters and economic value. The study illustrated the promising role of peanut shell in promoting seedling growth and development for the specified crops.
A REVIEW ARTICLE ON THE EFFECT OF BIOCHAR ON SOIL PROPERTIES
Authors: K.C Niraj , Mahat Bhimsen
Published: February 2025

Soil fertility is declining due to the increased use of synthetic fertilizers and monocropping practices. Intensive farming, mining, and heavy metal contamination have caused numerous adverse effects on soils. To boost crop growth and keep soil fertile, it’s vital to protect soil’s physical, chemical, and biological makeup by ensuring sufficient organic content. Biochar is gaining recognition as a sustainable soil enhancer across various fields, including agriculture, environmental science, and energy. This article provides a comprehensive overview of biochar, covering its production, characterization, and impact on soil application. The review concludes that biochar application decreases soil bulk density, reduces soil N2O emissions, and mitigates soil salinization by increasing soil porosity and cation exchange capacity. Additionally, biochar improves soil conditions by increasing water absorption, water retention, organic matter, nitrogen content, acidity, nutrient-holding capacity, and microbial activity. The mechanisms behind these improvements include biochar’s high porosity, adsorptive properties, ash content, negative surface charge, slow nutrient release through chelation, provision of habitat for microorganisms, and increased total soil organic carbon. However, the effectiveness of biochar in enhancing soil properties is influenced by the soil’s nature, the type of biochar used (based on feedstock and pyrolysis conditions), and the application rate of biochar.
SUSTAINABLE WASTE MANAGEMENT TOWARDS A GREENER FUTURE IN NEPAL: AN ESG FRAMEWORK
Authors: Biswakarma Gangaram , Parajuli Pradip , Malla Birju , Panta Saurav , Tamatta Sanjeev , Maharjan Palsha , Ghimire Nuna , Neupane Deepika
Published: February 2025

This study examines the existing model’s viability, scalability, and influence on waste management in Nepal with a case study of Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City (SMC). The study highlights the significance of organizational openness, open communication, and feedback methods to engage all stakeholders. The degradable waste is recycled into fertilizer and gas, making the waste-to-energy operation sustainable. The study finds no landfill in the SMC, although attempts are underway to fix this. The study found that garbage disposal may be effectively managed with proper regulation, training, and awareness initiatives, reducing waste-related issues. The findings emphasize the relevance of such methods in decreasing pollution. The study found that waste management initiatives focus on worker safety and health by adhering to workplace health standards through adequate safety measures and equipment provision. It emphasizes the benefits of waste-to-energy, which minimizes air and water pollution. This sector’s workers are health and safety aware, and the awareness campaigns encourage waste source segregation. Finally, the study highlights the importance of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework in waste management, offering insights for national initiatives.
EFFECTS OF STIMULATED PETROLEUM OIL POLLUTION ON THE SOIL CHARACTERISTICS
Authors: Ekoimi Progress Orire,
Published: February 2025

This experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of stimulated petroleum oil pollution on the soil characteristics in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government area. Six sites will be chosen for the investigation: Nigerian National Petroleum Company filling station (NNPC), Rain oil filling, Abeyco filling station and Enlist filling station. At each site, a plot (25m x 25m) will be delineated for soil sample collection. Within each plot six spots will be randomly chosen and soil samples will be augered at two depths (0-15 cm and 15-30 cm), making three samples per site. Samples will be bagged, labelled and taken to the laboratory for analysis. The data generated will be analysed statistically using (ANOVA) to determine significant differences between treatment means (p=0.05) and LSD will be used to separate the means
GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION FOR SUBSOIL HAZARD DURING EARTH FILL DAM CONSTRUCTION
Authors: Olofinyo Olabode Olabanji , Franklin Olabode Oluwaseun , Oluwatoyin Fatoyinbo Imoleayo , Odebode Oluremi Success
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this investigation was to assess the suitability of the underlying soils for constructing an earth fill dam for irrigation purposes. Eight soil samples were collected from four trial pits and four borrow pits, and were subjected to physical, mechanical and strength performance tests which are natural moisture content, specific gravity, Atterberg limits, grain size analysis, compaction, consolidation, permeability, and triaxial shear strength. The liquid limit, plastic limit, and plasticity index (Atterberg limits) of the soil samples ranged from 33-46%, 22-32.5%, and 6.5-22.2%, respectively. The percentage of fines and coarse contents from the grain size analysis ranged from 7.1% to 52.4% and 44.4% to 91.4%, respectively. The maximum dry density (MDD) values of the soils ranged from 1630 to 2015 Kg/m3, while the optimum moisture content ranged from 9.9% to 27%. The coefficient of permeability (K) ranged from 1.452× 10-6 to 2.196950× 10-3 cm/s. The coefficient of volume compressibility (Cv) and consolidation (Mv) ranged from 0.00020 to 0.88 mm/yr and 0.18 to 144 MPa-1, respectively, and the angle of internal friction ranged from 24.30 to 35.40°. The results indicate that the underlying soils contain a significant amount of moisture due to climatic conditions. They are well-graded soils with low to intermediate plasticity. Clay minerals, specifically Kaolinite, are present and contribute to the low to medium swelling potential of the soils. The low hydraulic conductivity makes the soils suitable for the construction of an earth fill dam, and they exhibit good strength with low settlement potential for the engineering structure.
DETERMINATION OF PERMEABILITY AND VELOCITY INFORMATION OF OIL RESERVOIR USING WELL LOG DATA (S-FIELD)
Authors: E.B. Umoren, , J.G Atat, , A.O. Akankpo, , R.O. Uzoewulu,
Published: February 2025

Permeability information is a necessary requirement to assess the migration and accumulation of fluids in the reservoir. Three well data (A, B, C) were available for this investigation. Microsoft Excel was used for the analysis and computation of results. Spurious values were noted and removed. Porosity was first determined and their average results for Wells A, B and C are 17.26604%, 22.83019% and 13.35095% respectively. These values of porosity indicate the reservoir classes of Wells A, B and C as good, good and fair correspondingly. This information enables the determination of average permeability of wells A, B and C corresponding to 80975.24 Darcy, 105407.1 Darcy and 65580.38 Darcy. Therefore, the reservoir of wells A and B are highly porous and permeable for the storage and migration of fluids. They should be developed for hydrocarbon exploration. This is because the porosity and permeability values of these wells are reasonable as they have met the standard. However, well C is permeable but not reasonably porous as it belongs to a fair class. The velocity information would give account of the rock elastic properties in terms of strength.
INVESTIGATION OF THE ZETA FIELD RESERVOIR ROCK AND FLUID TRANSPORT PROPERTIES, NIGER DELTA BASIN
Authors: J.G. Atat, , E.B Umoren, , I.O. Akpabio, , A.O. Akankpo, , R.E Enoh,
Published: February 2025

The study on petrophysical properties have been conducted. The wells (X1, X2 and X3) in the Zeta Field may be developed if the result of investigation is appreciable as it is necessary for well development, well bore stability and could be used to characterize oil reservoirs. Microsoft excel was adequate for the data processing and analysis. The petrophysical properties results for well X1 include average values of water saturation, porosity and permeability as 0.30 (30%), 19% and 10.36 millidarcy. This means that about 70% hydrocarbon saturation could be available with adequate connectivity of pores for accumulation and migration of reservoir fluids. For well X2, the average is 0.16 (which is 16%), 30%, and 21.54 millidarcy respectively. Therefore, the hydrocarbon saturation is about 84% with a very good class of porous formation and therefore can store and transmit fluid. The average noted from well X3 for water saturation, porosity and permeability correspond to 0.27 (27%), 24% and 13.42 millidarcy. The average results of the other properties studied include Shear Modulus, Lame`s Constant, and Young`s Modulus as 9.20 x 109 N/m2, 5.0 x 1013 N/m2 and 2.12 x 1010 N/m2 ,respectively from well X1. Also, the average obtained from well X2 are 3.94 x 109 N/m2 for Lame`s Constant, 5.82 x 109 N/m2 for Shear Modulus and 1.34 x 1010 N/m2 for young`s modulus. Well X3 findings have the average results as Shear Modulus = 7.64 x 109 N/m2, Lame`s Constant = 5.18 x 109 N/m2 and young`s modulus = 1.77 x 1010 N/m2. These results indicate that the studied reservoir formation is brittle and wells could stand a test of time. This information implies that the hydrocarbon saturation is about 73%, highly porous and has the ability to accumulate and migrate fluids. The results of their dependent parameters are presented in section 4. Properties like acoustic impedance and shear impedance have an average of 7.5 x 106 and 4.6 x 106 for well X1, 5.7 x 106 ,and 3.5 x 106 for Well X2; 6.7 x 106 and 4.1 x 106 ,for Well X3 respectively.
IMPACT OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN NIGE RIA’S ENERGY SECTORS: A REVIEW
Authors: Eleogu Tobechukwu , Odulaja Bukola A. , Adeyinka Mojisola Abimbola , Udeh Chioma Ann , Daraojimba Chibuike
Published: February 2025

This review investigates the relationship between organizational culture and employee performance in Nigeria’s energy sectors, specifically the oil and gas and renewable energy industries. The primary objective was to discern how cultural elements within these sectors influence employee behaviors and output. Primary findings indicate that in the oil and gas sector, certain cultural attributes enhance innovation and adaptability, crucial for navigating the industry’s inherent market fluctuations. In contrast, the emerging renewable energy sector emphasizes a culture of sustainability, collaboration, and rapid adaptability. Both sectors, however, underscore the significance of aligning organizational culture with strategic goals to optimize employee performance. In conclusion, for Nigeria’s energy sectors to thrive, there is a pressing need for leaders to understand and mold their organizational culture, ensuring it serves as a catalyst for employee excellence and sectoral growth.
Nostalgia: Tradução do conto “Homesickness” (1903) para o português
Authors: Serrano Júlia , Moore George
Published: February 2025

George Moore (1852—1933) nasceu no Condado de Mayo, Irlanda, e escreveu prosa, poesia, teatro, com temáticas que versavam sobre a sociedade irlandesa e inglesa da virada do século (Jeffares, 1965). Ele conviveu com as sequelas do período conhecido como a Grande Fome, quando as plantações da Irlanda sofriam com pragas e não eram suficientes para alimentar sua população, e se envolveu com o Renascimento Cultural Irlandês, um movimento que pretendia alçar a Irlanda como centro cultural e artístico, tudo isso dentro de um contexto de convivência conturbada com a Inglaterra colonizadora. Seus textos exploram muitos dos questionamentos e problemas sociais do seu contexto histórico e pessoal na Irlanda, França e Inglaterra, onde viveu, além de suscitar várias reflexões íntimas sobre o eu, o papel social do eu e, também, sobre o eu artista (Pierse, 2006). Um deles foi “Homesickness” (1903), o conto aqui apresentado. Nele, o autor aborda as questões da Grande Fome e da imigração de irlandeses partindo do ponto de vista de James Bryden, um irlandês do vilarejo de Duncannon, que migrou aos Estados Unidos ainda jovem, mas que precisa voltar à Irlanda para convalescer. O conto faz parte de uma série de textos ambientados na Irlanda rural — tal qual o Condado de Mayo —, publicados inicialmente na coleção The Untilled Field (1903), no período em que seu autor participou do Renascimento Literário Irlandês, o Irish Revival.
Um drácula brasileiro: análise da transposição do gótico na tradução de Lúcio Cardoso
Authors: Camargo Fontana Aline , Lunelli Guilherme Vinicius , Bohn Donada Jaqueline , Marques dos Santos João Guilherme , Da Costa Toledo Laura
Published: February 2025

O presente artigo tem como objetivo analisar a tradução Drácula: O Homem da Noite, de Lúcio Cardoso, feita em 1943, em comparação com o texto-fonte publicado por Bram Stoker em 1897. A tradução de Cardoso tem significativa relevância para o campo de Estudos da Tradução, uma vez que foi a primeira a aparecer em língua portuguesa do Brasil e uma das primeiras a tentar realizar a difícil tarefa de transportar os elementos góticos na tradução. O embasamento teórico consiste em teorias do gótico como modo literário, sendo nosso estudo fundamentado por Botting (1996), França (2017), Groom (2012), Hogle (2002) e Spooner (2007). A estratégia para a execução deste trabalho gira em torno da análise comparativa entre o texto-fonte e a tradução de Cardoso, observando como o tradutor trabalha com elementos característicos da ficção gótica e quais supressões de trechos originais são encontradas (ou não) em sua tradução. Os resultados obtidos apontam que a tradução de Cardoso é significativamente diferente do texto-fonte, a ponto de não ser possível encontrar, em determinados momentos, correspondências entre os textos em aspectos que caracterizam a obra de Stoker como gótica, segundo colocações de Hogle (2002).
The Anthropology of Love by Ingeborg Bachmann (“War Diary” and “The Book of Franza”)
Authors: Isapchuk Yulia
Published: February 2025

The article is dedicated to the study of the work of the Austrian writer Ingeborg Bachmann (1926–1973), which involves the investigation of specific examples of fictional and non-fictional literature using the principles of literary anthropology. In particular, the «War Diary» («Kriegstagebuch», 1944–1945) and the unfinished novel «The Book of Franza» («Das Buch Franza», 1965–1966) are considered comparatively. The purpose of the article is an anthropological analysis of the cultural universality of love, which is based on the author’s own life experience and is artistically reinterpreted in her texts.

The role of the British soldier, the Viennese Jewish émigré Jack Hamesh (1920–1987) is emphasized in rereading «The Book of Franza». His image is embodied in the figure of Lord Percival Glyde (Percy), a captain of the English army, with whom the protagonist of Franza’s novel falls in love during the deoccupation of the Carinthia region. I. Bachmann’s notes in the form of a diary and 11 letters from the young man to her demonstrate the feelings of both.

The main aspects of the artistic transformation of the writer’s «first» love for J. Hamesh are emphasized, considering the time-space context of the depicted events, which are accompanied by existential challenges for a person (the end of the Second World War). The literary character Percy summarizes the image of the British military, with whom the writer communicated at the time, and the receptive potential of his allusive anthroponym, which hints at the status of the «pseudo-couple». In addition, attention is paid to the idealization of his figure, which indicates the replacement of the real image with the metalogical one with hyperbolization of the characteristic features of the prototype, to enhance the effect in depicting the first romantic relationship of I. Bachmann.

The anthropological dimension of love between a man and a woman shows the importance of fictional and non-fictional literature for the artistic rereading of life experience, representing a generalized vision of love by I. Bachmann.
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Authors: Rehan Haider , Asghar Mehdi , Geetha Kumari Das , Zameer Ahmed Khanzada , Sambreen Zameer Khanzada
Published: February 2025

Chemical biology is a multidisciplinary subject that combines ideas from chemistry and biology to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying physiological and pathological tactics. In drug discovery, chemical biology plays a pivotal function in elucidating the difficult interactions among small molecules and organic macromolecules, presenting essential insights that guide the improvement of novel healing agents. This study explores the fundamental contributions of chemical biology to drug discovery, emphasizing its impact on the right track identity, validation, and optimization. Chemical biology strategies allow the identification of capacity drug goals by way of probing the tricky community of molecular interactions within residing structures. Through the usage of chemical probes and revolutionary screening methods, this study selectively modulates unique organic pathways. Once identified, those targets undergo rigorous validation using chemical equipment that provides a precise and systematic assessment of their organic relevance. Moreover, chemical biology facilitates the optimization of lead compounds into drug applicants by offering precise information on shape-activity relationships and ability off-target results. This study includes the design and synthesis of small molecules that selectively engage with the goal, maximizing healing efficacy while minimizing adverse results. The combination of chemical biology strategies in drug discovery complements the efficiency of the drug development pipeline, accelerating the transition from goal identity to the hospital.
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Authors: Anuradha K. , Umamathi T. , Surya Meena V. , Velmanirajan K. , Sooraj Prabu V.
Published: February 2025

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Authors: Shawanti Roy , Sayan Paramanik , Krishna Sarker
Published: February 2025

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Published: February 2025

Skin diseases are a serious public health issue that are frequently impacted by physiological and environmental variables such as skin hydration, temperature, and UV radiation exposure. Potential skin disorders can be predicted, and their advancement can be stopped with early diagnosis and monitoring of these factors. The goal of this study is to create a device that can identify skin conditions by combining a moisture, UV light, and temperature sensor. An Arduino Uno and an ESP12 Wi-Fi module are interfaced with these sensors to provide effective data collection and processing. The gathered sensor data is examined to find associations with particular skin disorders, such as elevated UV levels that might point to a melanoma risk. Variations in temperature and moisture content also reveal information about other dermatological conditions. A simple website, developed with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, presents the processed data. The website enables proactive skin health monitoring by allowing individuals to input sensor readings and view real-time forecasts of potential skin disorders. This system presents an innovative approach to addressing skin health issues by integrating advanced sensor technology with web-based analysis. Accurate sensors, reliable technology, and an intuitive interface work together to offer early forecasts, promoting preventative care and reducing the prevalence of skin conditions. This study highlights how biomedical engineering and IT can be combined to develop effective healthcare tools.
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Authors: Gudipudi Dayanandam , Srinivasa Reddy E. , Bujji Babu D.
Published: February 2025

Internet usage has become essential for effective and timely communication, e-commerce activities, and financial transactions, contributing to a more sophisticated lifestyle. However, these activities are increasingly vulnerable to internet threats and fraud. A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a prevalent internet threat that disrupts the normal traffic of a victim server by overwhelming the target infrastructure with a flood of internet traffic. The primary aim of attackers is to create uncertainty for individuals or organizations, typically seeking financial gain or aiming to damage an organization's reputation. Notably, during the Russia-Ukraine war, significant DDoS attacks targeted Ukrainian bank servers to disrupt financial services for customers. This study employs the Naive Bayes model with 10-fold cross-validation to detect DDoS attacks. Naive Bayes, a widely recognized machine learning algorithm, demonstrated superior performance. The results revealed an average accuracy of 0.999, outperforming existing machine learning-based DDoS attack detection techniques.
Deep learning model MORAN architecture for text recognition in complex images
Authors: Thuraka Gnana Prakash , Sumalatha L. , Sujatha B.
Published: February 2025

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Authors: Deeptha R. , Abirup Dey , Gowtham G. S. G. R. , Abhishek Tripathi
Published: February 2025

Resume screening is a critical step in the recruitment process, traditionally relying on manual review to assess candidates' qualifications. The advent of Natural Language Processing (NLP) has introduced advanced techniques to enhance this process by automating and optimizing resume evaluation. This paper explores the application of NLP in resume screening, focusing on methods such as keyword extraction, semantic analysis, and machine learning models. It discusses how NLP algorithms can identify relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications by analyzing the textual content of resumes. Furthermore, the integrating of NLP with applicant tracking systems (ATS) offers improved efficiency and accuracy in matching candidates to job requirements. The paper also examines challenges such as handling diverse resume formats and ensuring fairness in automated evaluations. By leveraging NLP, organizations can achieve a more streamlined and objective screening process, ultimately leading to better hiring outcomes and reduced bias in recruitment.
Advancing user-centric privacy: A comprehensive research roadmap for ethical and secure technology development
Authors: Yashwitha Siyadri , Sri Ram Deepak Akella
Published: February 2025

The User-Centric Privacy Development Framework serves as a vital guide for addressing privacy concerns in technological initiatives. It promotes user-centered design principles alongside proactive data privacy and security measures, enabling the creation of technology that respects and safeguards user privacy. By emphasizing evidence- based decision-making, the framework helps determine optimal data collection practices, including the appropriate volume of data, relevant metadata, and accurate measurement intervals. This structured methodology integrates user input to balance technological advancements with personal information protection, particularly in mobile technologies and data collection contexts. It provides comprehensive guidance to support innovation in privacy-centric technologies, fostering trust and confidence in their adoption. The framework highlights ethical principles and responsible data practices, aiming to enhance transparency, choice, and consent while minimizing the collection and disclosure of sensitive information. By building a culture of privacy respect, it offers valuable direction to practitioners, developers, and policymakers, ensuring adherence to user-centric privacy principles.