bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Rotor-Through-Coils Toroidal-Flux Reluctance E-Motor for Aviation
Authors: Teia Luis
Published: October 2024

Electrification of aviation propulsion is in progress. New electric motor architectures — beyond axial and radial fluxes — may be required to unlock its full potential in meeting the demanding functional requirements (in terms of power, weight and efficiency) and certification requirements (from airworthiness authorities) set for airborne operating engine. This article presents a new class of toroidal-flux reluctance electric motors, where the rotor travells inside the coils — the Rotor-Through-Coils (RTC) Reluctance E-Motor. Extensive finite element magnetic model analysis was conducted (including motor operational characteristics assessment), following from an existing validated approach. The power delivered by five series-mounted motors rivales fuel-injected engines powering existing acrobat airplanes, including similar dimensions. A further important advantage will follow in a sequel publication showing the substantial advantage of this motor architecture to be entirely and effeciently air-cooled (like high pressure turbines already do in turbofans), removing the added complexity, weight, cost and certification issues implied in using onboard liquid coolants.
Early Detection of Cassava Vascular Bacteriosis (Xanthomonas Axonopodis pv. Manihotis) by Visible Near-infrared Spectroscopy Before the Appearance of Critical Symptoms
Authors: Kouakou Constant Kouakou , Mousse Mathias Logbo , Dibi Wilfried G. , Kouacou Michel Abaka , Kra Daniel K. , Zoueu Jeremie T.
Published: October 2024

Cassava is a crucial crop for food and nutritional security. It is an important source of carbohydrates in African countries. Cassava crops can sometimes be infected by leaf diseases, affecting overall production and reducing farmers' incomes. Early detection is therefore essential to reduce the impact of these diseases. Light reflections from leaves are known to convey information about plant health. In this study, healthy and inoculated cassava were detected from the reflections obtained from the leaves using a USB 4000 spectrometer with a spectral range of (350-1050) nm. Artificial neural networks (ANNs) and nearest neighbours (KNNs) were used with principal components and vegetation indices as input for classification. Various performance metrics, i.e. Precision, Recall, Accuracy and F1_score for KNN, Accuracy, RMSE and R2 for ANN were calculated to evaluate the different established models. Using the principal components (PC1, PC2) we obtained the best models with the ANNs with the following metrics (R2=0.9678; RMSE=0.0146; Accuracy =98.30%) for the variety IM 84 and (R2=0.9291; RMSE=0.0354 Accuracy=91.30%) for the Yacé variety. With vegetation indices, the best performing models were obtained with KNN whose input parameters are RatiodRE_703 ((Accuracy =92.50% and F1-score=0.9449) and fWBI ((Accuracy =90% and F1-score=0.9326) for Yacé and vog 3 (Accuracy=100% and F1-score=1), DD (Accuracy=100% and F1_score=1) and dNIRmin920_980 (Accuracy=95% and F1_score=0.9373) for the IM 84. Overall, the results showed that leaf spectral reflectance can be used successfully for the early detection of cassava bacterial blight.
Saudi (EFL) Learners’ Attitudes Toward Google Sites E-portfolio Systems in Relation to Their Language Learning Motivation
Authors: Alfahad Maha F.
Published: October 2024

Electronic portfolios have emerged as an essential element of e-learning systems in the Saudi educational system, particularly in higher education. Google Sites e-portfolios enable prompt sharing of assignments and foster reflection and collaboration among students and instructors. The aim of this study is to investigate Saudi female EFL students’ attitudes toward the Google Sites e-portfolio system in relation to language learning motivation. The sample comprised 138 EFL female Saudi students. The participants were enrolled in an English advanced course and were required to submit an e-portfolio as part of a course assessment. A quantitative research approach was employed. Data were collected through questionnaires. Descriptive statistics, means, standard deviation, and correlation were conducted. The study revealed that the learners showed positive attitudes toward the ease of use of Google’s e-portfolio system. Furthermore, they perceived it as a valuable tool, recognizing its usefulness in facilitating timely submissions, effective feedback, and reflective learning. The study also found a positive correlation between learners’ attitudes toward the system and their language learning motivation; a stronger correlation was observed for instrumental motivation. The study highlighted the significant educational value of Google e-portfolios and indicated possibilities for educators to enhance learners’ experiences by tackling current obstacles and promoting motivation. Educators should encourage the use of the Google Sites e-portfolio system for reflective practices and highlight its useful features. They should also focus on students’ language learning motivation, which affects attitudes toward technology implementation. Educational institutions should enhance students’ comprehension of the system through focused instruction, workshops, and peer assistance.
DEPRESSION AMONG INDIAN STUDENTS AND ITS ASSOCIATION WITH PERCEIVED TMA ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT, LIVING ARRANGEMENTS AND PERSONAL ISSUES
Authors:   Senior teacher, Department of Physiology and pathology, Tashkent state dental institute, 103, Taraqqiyot Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Elyorbek Rakhmatullaev , Sojida Umrkulova ,   PhD, Asssitent professor, Department of Physiology and pathology, Tashkent state dental institute, 103, Taraqqiyot Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Nodira Khujaeva ,   Senior teacher, Department of Physiology and pathology, Tashkent state dental institute, 103, Taraqqiyot Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Shakhnoza Rakhmonova ,   Assistent, Department of Physiology and pathology, Tashkent state dental institute, 103, Taraqqiyot Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Venera Ergasheva ,   Assistent, Department of Physiology and pathology, Tashkent state dental institute, 103, Taraqqiyot Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Sevara Safarova ,   Assistent, Department of Physiology and pathology, Tashkent state dental institute, 103, Taraqqiyot Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Published: October 2024

The point of the ponder is to discover the level of discouragement among college understudies over sexual orientation, scholarly stream, semesters, recognition of family environment and relationship with guardians, scholarly execution, and family wage. In expansion, the think about analyzes the affiliation between students' seen college scholarly environment, living courses of action, individual issues, and sadness. Seven speculations were defined for confirmation. An add up to of 717 understudies were selected taking after the multistage cluster inspecting strategy, and information were collected by an extraordinarily planned organized survey, scholastic accomplishment record and a standardized College Understudies Misery Stock. Discoveries unveiled that 37.7%, 13.1%, and 2.4% of the understudies were enduring from direct, extreme, and amazingly serious misery. A critical contrast was found over semester, that's, semester II students detailed the next level of misery than semester III understudies. So distant as scholastic stream is concerned, understudies from humanities and social science were found to be enduring from more sadness compared to understudies from science and administration streams. The think about advance unveiled that the understudies who detailed positive sees almost the college scholarly environment and living courses of action had lower level of misery compared to their partners. Individual resilience's such as being able to sharing individual issues with others and doing customary work out were found to be related with positive mental wellbeing. The discoveries of the consider emphasize the require for quick mental wellbeing back administrations for approximately 15.6% of the understudies who were either enduring from serious or greatly extreme sadness at the Tashkent medical institute.
Planejamento estratégico escolar metodologias e ferramentas para a gestão eficiente
Authors: Pereira Luís Laércio Gerônimo , Rodrigues Cícero Alexandro Diniz , Machado Daniela Ceruti Castro , Stein Débora Rosa , Vieira Dhiego Morais Rodrigues , Medeiros Márcio Rubens de Paula , Junqueira Rafael Cavalcante , Silva Wagner Luís Braga da
Published: October 2024

Neste estudo, é analisado o planejamento estratégico no âmbito escolar, abordando maneiras e instrumentos para uma gestão educacional eficaz atualmente. Utilizando diferentes métodos, como entrevistas estruturadas, questionários online, estudos de caso e grupos de discussão, a pesquisa revela uma realidade complexa e multifacetada na área educacional. Os resultados indicam uma divisão de opiniões entre os gestores educacionais, que demonstram tanto entusiasmo quanto preocupação em relação ao planejamento estratégico. Conceitos como "bricolagem estratégica", "miopia temporal" e "efeito camaleão estratégico" surgem como principais temas, evidenciando os desafios e adaptações criativas na aplicação de estratégias. O estudo ressalta a importância de abordagens participativas e do papel crucial da liderança para o sucesso do planejamento. A persistência de métodos tradicionais em uma era digital e a evolução do entendimento do planejamento como agente de transformação cultural indicam um amadurecimento no campo. O conceito de "ecossistema de planejamento estratégico educacional" é sugerido como um modelo para compreender as complexas interações entre aspectos metodológicos, culturais e contextuais. As conclusões apontam para a necessidade de uma abordagem global, ética e adaptativa na implementação de estratégias educacionais, destacando o planejamento como um processo constante de aprendizado e mudança institucional.
Desempenho de borregas com dieta de alto concentrado em dois sistemas de terminação: confinada e semiconfinada
Authors: Andrade Marcos Rafael de , Sandini Itacir Eloi , Falbo Margarete Kimie , Oliveira Fernanda Marques de , Branquinho Marcela Calciolari , Sandini Anthony Hasegawa
Published: October 2024

A crescente profissionalização da cadeia produtiva de ovinos tem sido considerável nos últimos anos e, com isso, o aperfeiçoamento dos sistemas de terminação de cordeiros é essencial para se ter uma melhor viabilidade na produção. Desta forma, o objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a eficiência produtiva de borregas terminadas em sistema de confinamento e semiconfinamento, suplementadas com dieta de alto concentrado. A ração utilizada foi produzida na propriedade e teve como ingredientes milho grão inteiro, farelo de soja, óleo vegetal, melaço de cana, calcário calcítico, sulfato de amônio e bicarbonato de sódio. Vinte e quatro borregas foram selecionadas e separadas em dois grupos, confinado e semiconfinado, as quais receberam dieta de alto concentrado ad libitum, pelo período médio de cinquenta e dois dias, tempo para alcançarem o peso alvo de abate de 40+/- 2 kg. Os resultados mostraram que ambos os sistemas foram eficazes, visto que não houve diferença estatística significativa no desempenho zootécnico entre os grupos, porém, economicamente o grupo semiconfinado obteve lucratividade superior em relação ao grupo confinado, o que reforça a importância de considerar não apenas os aspectos produtivos, mas também os financeiros, ao escolher o sistema de terminação mais adequado.
Carcinoma de células escamosas em terceira pálpebra em equino- relato de caso
Authors: Leão Ivan Sampaio Sá , Penha Caroline da Silva , Lima Thatyane Carla de , Morais Renato Souto Maior Muniz de , Silva Júnior Francisco Feliciano da , Silva Bruno Pajeú e , Silva Filho Antônio Brito da , Bandeira Jéssica de Torres
Published: October 2024

O Carcinoma de Células Escamosas (CCE) é uma neoplasia de alta incidência em áreas da pele com pouca pigmentação nos equinos, principalmente naqueles criados em sistemas de manejo extensivo, tendo em vista que estes animais são expostos por um período maior a incidência de raios solares, os quais favorecem o surgimento e desenvolvimento da neoplasia. Objetiva-se relatar a ocorrência de um CCE em terceira pálpebra de um equino, macho, de 15 anos, sênior e castrado. Durante o exame clínico todos os parâmetros do animal encontravam-se dentro da normalidade e evidenciou-se uma neoformação com aproximadamente 1cm de diâmetro, de consistência firme e aspecto pedunculado localizado na membrana nictante do olho esquerdo. Procedeu-se com a remoção cirúrgica e exame histopatológico do material excisado, cujo diagnóstico foi de CCE. O animal foi acompanhado durante 3 meses e permaneceu hígido, sem sinais de recidiva.
Ensino de Ciências e Matemática: a proposta didático-pedagógica e metodológica STEAM no ensino na educação básica brasileira
Authors: Pereira Carlos Luis , Paiva Jair Miranda de , Bravo Igor Donizete Nunes , Sales Allan Darley Figueiredo de , Welmer Marinete Santana Wutke , Novaes Priscila Faria , Barbosa Márcia Murici Redivo , Loureiro Milka Christiane Godinho , Novaes Pollyanna Soares de , Capucho Marcello de Lima , Mello Alexandre Marcellino de , Cassini Neto José , Jesus José Áureo Soares de
Published: October 2024

Este artigo explora a integração da abordagem STEAM (Ciência, Tecnologia, Engenharia, Artes e Matemática) na Educação Básica, com foco em metodologias ativas no de Ciências e Matemática e suas Tecnologias no ensino na Educação Básica. Objetiva-se nesta presente pesquisa apresentar potencialidades da abordagem didático-pedagógica e metodológica STEAM para melhoria do processo de ensino e aprendizagem nos conteúdos de ensino das disciplinas das áreas de conhecimento citadas; Justifica-se a pesquisa pela demanda por abordagens de ensino inovadoras na Educação Básica brasileira em detrimento do aprendizado insatisfatório dos alunos brasileiros em Ciências, Matemática e Leitura mostrado nas recentes avaliações externas de larga escala nacional e internacional. O problema de pesquisa investiga se a implementação da abordagem STEAM, corroborou para melhoria no ensino e aprendizagem nos conteúdos de ensino de Ciências e Matemática? A pesquisa enquadra-se na abordagem qualitativa, nos objetivos da pesquisa exploratória e nos procedimentos da pesquisa bibliográfica; Verificou-se a abordagem STEAM, favoreceu o engajamento dos alunos no processo de ensino e aprendizagem dos conteúdos de Ciências e Matemática; Nota-se estreita associação entre a abordagem STEAM com Metodologias Ativas de aprendizagem no ensino de Ciências e Matemática. Concluímos sendo primordial a inclusão da abordagem STEAM na Educação Básica brasileira, porque a mesma tem potencialidade para favorecer a formação de conceitos científicos e contribuir na preparação dos alunos dos tempos atuais para profissões relacionadas ao acrônimo da abordagem STEAM.
Modelo de reconhecimento de padrões aplicados no processo de esterilização a vapor com enfâse em ciclos falhos
Authors: Souza Wyrllen Everson de , Pelissari Thiago José , Cardoso Magda , Giacomini Fabiana de Fátima , Lima Heron Oliveira dos Santos , Lima Mirela Vanin dos Santos
Published: October 2024

A mineração de dados apresenta-se como uma ferramenta poderosa para se alcançar a padronização de parâmetros comportamentais microbianos, auxiliando assim de forma positiva na análise da etapa de monitoramento do processo de esterilização à vapor. Para tanto, modelos matemáticos podem auxiliar no conhecimento da probabilidade de sobrevivência de microrganismos, presentes no meio de cultura de indicadores biológicos, empregados na validação e monitorização dos processos de esterilização. Em complemento, a utilização de técnicas estatísticas como análise discriminante e análise de regressão logística, permitem buscar o conhecimento do comportamento da atividade bacteriana correlacionado a ciclos falhos no processo de esterilização à vapor. Portanto, uma avaliação preditiva rápida e efetiva, sobre o resultado da etapa de monitoramento nos ciclos falhos no processo de esterilização, realizada em até 3 horas quando comparada ao método convencional realizado em até 48 horas, implica na redução do tempo do resultado, bem como na tomada de decisão em função deste resultado. Essa possibilidade permite a indústria fabricante de indicadores biológicos ter um enfoque diferenciado relativo ao seu desempenho e capacidade competitiva em um segmento de mercado já existente, porém por esta atualmente não explorado. Neste sentido, o presente estudo teve por objetivo o desenvolvimento de um modelo para o reconhecimento de padrão, permitindo determinar e avaliar a eficiência de um processo de esterilização a vapor quando submetido a ciclos falhos, através da observação do resultado do teste de monitoramento e validação deste em até 3 horas. A aplicação do método de análise fatorial, método de regressão logística e método de escore quadrático foram adequados para a obtenção de resultados sólidos para a predição da eficácia do modelo. O comportamento do modelo de reconhecimento de padrão previsto vinculado ao método de regressão logística, apresentou no mínimo 97% de aceitabilidade para os dados relativos ao resultado do teste de monitoramento e validação em até 3 horas para ciclos falhos. Assim, pode-se concluir que os resultados observados neste trabalho são condizentes e atendem os requisitos propostos.
A atuação da fisioterapia em neuropatia diabética: uma revisão sistemática
Authors: Barros Flávia da Silva , Silva Jessica Moreira da Fonte , Gondim Julia Afonso , Almenara Fernanda Dias , Oliveira Luiz Carlos Soares de
Published: October 2024

Este artigo aborda a importância da fisioterapia no tratamento de pacientes com neuropatia diabética, que é uma complicação comum do diabetes, que afeta os nervos e pode levar a uma variedade de sintomas, incluindo dor, dormência e fraqueza nos membros. A fisioterapia desempenha um papel fundamental na gestão desta condição, ajudando a melhorar a função e a qualidade de vida dos pacientes. Este artigo revisa a literatura científica recente (2017-2024) sobre o tema, destacando as várias estratégias de tratamento fisioterapêutico utilizadas e os seus resultados. A fisioterapia, como uma intervenção não farmacológica, tem se mostrado eficaz na redução dos sintomas de dormência, formigamento, queimação e dor, além de prevenir complicações como úlceras plantares. As estratégias de tratamento incluem exercícios de alongamento para manter a mobilidade das articulações e exercícios de força para ganho de massa muscular. Além disso, pode ajudar na reeducação postural e no equilíbrio, melhorando a capacidade funcional dos pacientes. Estudos recentes indicam que a fisioterapia pode retardar as complicações motoras e sensoriais da neuropatia diabética, proporcionando uma melhor qualidade de vida. Contudo, é essencial que os fisioterapeutas estejam capacitados para identificar o tipo de neuropatia e adaptar o tratamento às necessidades individuais de cada paciente. A análise dos estudos revela que a fisioterapia pode ter um impacto significativo na gestão da neuropatia diabética, desde a prevenção até a reabilitação. No entanto, mais pesquisas são necessárias para otimizar as abordagens de tratamento e maximizar os benefícios para os pacientes.
A comunicação verbal e não verbal dos líderes: um estudo de caso numa empresa de comércio exterior
Authors: Jesus Esther Manoela de , Golembiewski Carlos , Santos Carlos Roberto Praxedes dos
Published: October 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo revelar como os liderados percebem a comunicação verbal e não verbal de seus líderes no contexto da comunicação empresarial. O Estudo de Caso e a Análise de Conteúdo foram a metodologias utilizadas neste trabalho científico realizado no Curso de Comércio Exterior da Univali. A técnica de pesquisa usada foi a entrevista semiestruturada aplicada numa empresa de Comex. Os resultados do estudo revelam uma boa percepção dos liderados quanto à comunicação verbal e não verbal de seus líderes. Baseado nas respostas dos liderados, surgiram detalhes sobre os comportamentos corporais, assim como a autoavaliação dos próprios líderes com relação à linguagem corporal que adotam em determinadas situações levantadas nas entrevistas. A partir da análise, foi possível notar que os líderes, não somente devem estudar e praticar as técnicas de linguagem verbal e não verbal para uma melhor comunicação, mas também precisam ouvir e explorar como os interlocutores estão recebendo e interpretando essas informações.
IMPLICATIONS AND GEOTECHNOLOGICAL PROPOSITIONS FOR THE YANOMAMI INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DUE TO ILLEGAL EXPLORATION OF GOLD MININGS
Authors: Siqueira André Luis , Amorim Tanielle Santos , Vasconcelos Marcelo Augusto Machado , Bittencourt Paulo Celso Santiago , Santos Artur Vinícius Ferreira dos , Melo Paulo Alves de , Melo Kellem Cristina Prestes de , Silva Romulo Luiz Oliveira da
Published: October 2024

The 1988 Federal Constitution recognizes the territorial and cultural rights of the Yanomami indigenous peoples, guaranteeing the demarcation of their lands and respect for their traditional ways of life. But these rights have been violated due to frequent threats to these people, by large economic interests, such as mining and deforestation. To achieve this article, it was necessary to consult specific studies of the Yanomami, collection of primary data. Georeferencing of areas that presented land use systems and natural resources was also carried out, the data was processed to generate thematic maps using the Arcgis 10.5 and Qgis 3.28.14 based on images from LANDSAT satellites. The results indicate that the impacts of illegal gold mining in Yanomami lands are devastating, exploration areas are increasing annually, mercury, used in the gold extraction process, leads to contamination of water courses, compromising sources of drinking water and the water resources necessary for survival. It is concluded that it is essential to implement more rigorous public policies, in addition to strengthening supervision and the application of strong environmental laws to combat illegal mining and with global awareness of the importance of protecting indigenous territories, as well as promoting economic alternatives. sustainable activities that respect the traditional way of life of the Yanomami and preserve the environment.
ECOFEMINISMO E AS MULHERES DO PANTANAL: A ARTICULAÇÃO ENTRE SABERES ECOLÓGICOS E LUTAS DE GÊNERO NAS PRÁTICAS DE CONSERVAÇÃO AMBIENTAL
Authors: RONDON SIMONE PRINCIPE , GRUBITS HELOÍSA BRUNA
Published: October 2024

As mulheres de comunidades tradicionais e ribeirinhas do Pantanal Sul-mato-grossense emergem como protagonistas em práticas de saberes ecológicos e lutas de gênero refletindo práticas de conservação ambiental, frente às adversidades impostas pelas problemáticas ambientais do bioma, que impactam fortemente o seu cotidiano. Este artigo tem como objetivo compreender como suas práticas e saberes ecológicos se articulam com as lutas de gênero e conservação ambiental, à luz dos conceitos gerais do Ecofeminismo. O estudo propõe ampliar o debate sobre o papel das mulheres na gestão sustentável dos recursos naturais, bem como suas lutas enquanto mulheres de comunidades desta região. Trata-se de um estudo qualitativo, exploratório e descritivo. Os dados foram produzidos mediante o método Observacional Participante e Roda de Conversa. A análise dos elementos, através de Escrita Reflexiva. A relevância deste trabalho justifica-se na possibilidade evidenciar a importância das articulações de mulheres pantaneiras em prol da preservação ambiental e ampliar o debate sobre o seu papel na gestão sustentável dos recursos naturais.
OPTIMIZATION OF THE PARAMETERS OF THE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SEMI-HORIZONTAL OVERBURDEN BY EXCAVATOR-AUTOMOTIVE COMPLEXES USING MECHANICAL SHOVELS
Authors:   Institute of Comprehensive Exploitation of Mineral Resources Russian Academy of Sciences, FEDOTENKO V. S. , CHAPLYGIN V. V. ,   FGBOU VO «Siberian State Industrial University», MATVEEV A. V. ,   FGBOU VO «Siberian State Industrial University»
Published: October 2024

The article presents the results of research on the optimization of the parameters of the technology for the development of semi-horizontal overburden by excavator-automobile complexes using mechlopats. The available methods for calculating the productivity of mechlopats are analyzed. An empirical universal dependence of the calculation of the value of the excavation coefficient on the average diameter of the piece has been established for all types of modern mechanical shovels, which makes it possible to determine the change in the value of the replaceable operational performance of mechanical shovels from the value of the average size of pieces of blasted rocks. The results of statistical processing of comparing the values of the excavator performance installed in production conditions with the calculated ones showed that the coefficient of variation when calculated according to the proposed (new, universal) formula is almost two times lower than the known (used) ones. An enlarged block diagram of a complex algorithm for optimizing the parameters of the EACMS is determined by selecting the value of the specific consumption of explosives, the type of a mechanical shovel, dump truck, drilling rig and bulldozer.
OPTIMIZING THE DATA CLASSIFICATION PROCESS IN LASER SCANNING TO OVERCOME REDUNDANCY
Authors:   St. Petersburg Mining University of Empress Catherine II, GUSEV V. N. , FILIPPOV A. A. ,   St. Petersburg Mining University of Empress Catherine II
Published: October 2024

The article presents the results of analyzing existing methodologies for classifying mine surveying and geodetic data, particularly laser scanning data. Various software solutions are currently employed for modeling underground development, quarries, and oil extraction facilities. While there are algorithms designed to address specific tasks related to modeling stages, the majority of them are created as versatile tools. An evaluation of existing software algorithms for classification tasks has been conducted. In the mining industry, adapting these algorithms would significantly expedite and simplify the processes of updating mine surveying and geodetic information, indirectly impacting the overall speed and quality of deposit development. The research findings can be valuable for working with laser scanning data and selecting optimal solutions.
ANALYSIS OF MODERN ENGINEERING APPLICATIONS OF CONVOLUTIONAL NEURAL NETWORKS IN MINING INDUSTRY
Authors:   Ural State Mining University, ARTEMOV I. V. , NOSYREV M. B. ,   Ural State Mining University
Published: October 2024

Currently there are a lot of image recognition tasks, that are being successfully solved by the use of different types of neural networks. In its turn, the leading type of neural networks architecture for mentioned tasks class is convolutional neural network (CNN). Convolutional neural networks consist of multiple layers with small sets of neurons. Each of the neurons represents a small part of the original image. Combining all sets of neurons in a layer gives us a complete representation of the image. Other layers repeat this algorithm, but work with the same image presented in a different way, allowing the system as a whole to «learn» what the picture ultimately consists of. For example, each of the convolution layers can be responsible for highlighting certain features in the image (contour lines, flat areas, sharp edges). Research results. In this article we present a classification of groups, that reflect main directions of neural networks usage in mining industry. Different examples of implemented real-world use-cases were presented. Some important CNN-algorithm alterations were mentioned and explained. Conclusion. As we can see, many major mining process stages are positively affected by the usage of convolutional neural network. Machine learning algorithms help to find illegal deposits, maintain security and stability while mining and mineral processing goes on. Neural networks are being successfully trained by researchers to work with satellite map pictures, mineral surface photos and plots of signals from various engineering equipment. It is worth mentioning, that many researchers work for solving similar industry problems, but every time they have to slightly (or drastically) change CNN algorithm details to complete the tasks for the certain material type or certain GIS object type. Resume. The high growth rate of popularity of neural networks in the mining industry was made possible due to many factors. For example, the accumulation of large amounts of digital data (satellite images, dependency graphs, photo and video materials from real-world objects) has made the process of selecting materials for CNN training and testing easier and more efficient.
Building an IoB ecosystem for influencing energy consumption in smart cities
Authors: Moustati Imane , Gherabi Noreddine , Saadi Mostafa
Published: October 2024

Introduction: The Internet of Behaviors (IoB) represents a paradigm shift in integrating digital technologies with human behaviors, offering unprecedented insights and opportunities across various domains. This research paper explores the transformative potential of IoB and presents an innovative IoB framework applied to an energy consumption scenario. Objective: We offer an innovative IoB ecosystem aimed at heightening citizens' responsibility and awareness regarding home energy consumption in smart cities.Methodology: We propose a framework that elicits behavioral insights by leveraging smart meter data, clusters citizens based on similar energy consumption patterns using K-Means into groups, applies an LSTM-based prediction model to forecast their future energy consumption, and influences their behavior through a continuous personal reflection loop. Moreover, to foster trust, XAI principles are also integrated into our framework to ensure citizens comprehend and trust the IoB model's results.Results: Our proposed LSTM-based prediction model achieved, on the smart meters’ dataset, high-performance results, an R² value equal to 0.986, a root mean squared error of 0.492 and a mean squared error equal to 0.242. Conclusions: This paper presents how we can leverage the IoB and XAI into the energy sector. However, the IoB's potential is not restricted to a certain domain. It has a revolutionary influence across sectors, with the power sector standing out as one of the domains where the IoB has the potential to alter social practices
Fish hearts expose toxic truth about our cardiovascular health
Authors: Shiels Holly
Published: October 2024

Fish hearts expose toxic truth about our cardiovascular health

Professor Holly Shiels, from the University of Manchester, is the Director of the Company of Biologists and the President of the Fisheries Society of the British Isles. She charts a toxic tide by tracing the path of pollutants from fish hearts to human cardiovascular health. It’s widely known that pollutants damage our oceans. But after researching the effects of an oil spill on the health of fish hearts, Professor Holly Shiels made an alarming discovery - our own hearts are affected in the same way. An explosion at the Deepwater Horizon oil rig off the southern coast of the United States in 2010 unleashed nearly 5 million barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico over an excruciating 87 days. This catastrophic event caused one of the most severe ecological disasters in history, devastating the marine environment and obliterating countless forms of life. The scale of environmental devastation was unprecedented, leaving a lasting scar on the region’s fragile habitat.
Welfare of pet primates for sale in the United States
Authors: Seaboch Melissa
Published: October 2024

Welfare of pet primates for sale in the United States

Dr. Melissa Seaboch, Professor and Department Chair at Salt Lake Community College, charts the welfare of pet primates for sale in the United States. Despite their unsuitability as pets, there are thousands, if not tens of thousands, of pet primates in the United States (1), and the U.S. ranks third out of 171 countries in the ease of purchasing a pet primate online. (2) Though the pet primate trade is robust, there are few federal regulations addressing the care of companion animals or pets. The Animal Welfare Act (AWA), often considered the minimum acceptable standard for animal care and use, governs the care of animals in multiple settings, including research labs, zoos, and commercial breeding facilities. PACT (Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture) prevents the most egregious forms of animal cruelty, and the Lacey Act addresses interstate transportation and illegal wildlife trafficking. (3) None of these regulations address the care or welfare of pet primates.
Sustainability transformations in marine governance in Sweden via social learning
Authors: Imperiale Angelo Jonas , Wehn Uta
Published: October 2024

Sustainability transformations in marine governance in Sweden via social learning

Dr. Angelo Jonas Imperiale and Dr. Uta Wehn describe the MISTRA C2B2 programme’s unique approach to promoting sustainability transformations in Sweden’s marine governance through social learning in Living Labs. The Mistra programme Co-creating Better Blue (C2B2) aims to transform current marine governance in Sweden towards a more participatory and data-driven approach. This approach seeks to enhance the resilience of marine social-ecological systems and achieve a sustainable blue economy in Sweden.
Emissions from building and construction can be halved with current technologies and practices
Authors: Johnsson Filip , Karlsson Ida
Published: October 2024

Emissions from building and construction can be halved with current technologies and practices

Filip Johnsson and Ida Karlsson from Chalmers University of Technology argue that building and construction emissions can be halved with current technologies and practices in place. The Mistra Carbon Exit programme identifies and analyses the technical, economic and political opportunities and challenges for Sweden to reach the target of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. The programme is multidisciplinary, addressing the technical, economic and political challenges associated with this transition. The programme takes the novel approach of focusing on supply chains – from the input of raw materials, through primary and secondary activities, to the final products and services demanded by the end-users.
Seasonality and climate change: Challenges for physical activity in older adults
Authors: Dionne Isabelle J
Published: October 2024

Seasonality and climate change: Challenges for physical activity in older adults

Research indicates seasonal variations in physical activity levels among adults in different climates due to temperature and humidity. Climate change’s increasing extreme weather may significantly affect physical activity in older adults already struggling to meet activity guidelines. Isabelle J. Dionne from the Université de Sherbrooke explains. Physical activity (PA) is a key behavior in the determination of health and quality of life of older adults but remains low in developed countries. The environment where PA is practiced is emerging as a significant motivation factor to adhere to PA in adult populations, and natural environments are now being promoted as a favorable milieu. Indeed, PA practiced in natural environments was associated with greater feelings of revitalization and positive engagement, decreases in tension and depression, and increased energy compared with exercising in synthetic environments such as indoors. Because outdoor PA, also called ‘green PA,’ is associated with higher adherence to a program than the same indoor intervention, a better understanding of how safe outdoor PA can be practiced all year round seems a promising avenue for health promotion.
‘Remember, remember the month of November’: Ahead of COP29
Authors: Beardsworth Richard
Published: October 2024

‘Remember, remember the month of November’: Ahead of COP29

Professor of International Relations at the University of Leeds, Richard Beardsworth, looks with concern to this November’s COP29 and the US elections. The issue is climate leadership. The next UNFCCC Conference of the Parties, COP29, begins in Baku, Azerbaijan, on November 11th, six days after the U.S. general election. The conjuncture of these two dates is of critical importance for the future of climate action and the future of climate leadership driving it. This article rehearses what is at stake ahead of COP29 and where climate leadership stands in relation to it. Whatever the final plot, November is a month to be remembered.
Vaccine hesitancy and the challenge of successful scientific communication
Authors: Klaus Eyer
Published: October 2024

Vaccine hesitancy and the challenge of successful scientific communication

Drawing on personal experiences and public discourse, Dr. Klaus Eyer, an Associate Professor at Aarhus University, explores the challenges of communicating about vaccine science to address vaccine hesitancy. Various hurdles need to be overcome by a vaccine to protect against a disease. It needs to be proven safe and effective in clinical studies. It also needs to be widely accepted and used by the public. This article examines the difficulties of communicating about vaccine science based on personal experiences and public discussions. My background is rooted in continental Europe, and my perspective may differ from those with other cultural or personal backgrounds. I have been actively involved in public outreach to promote vaccination, driven by my conviction in scientific evidence that shows current vaccines offer a net benefit to both individuals and communities, despite the challenges they present in terms of safety and efficacy in very rare cases, as I discussed in the previous article for this publication.(1) To offer a broader view, I’ve included insights from colleagues gathered through discussions in recent years, but we will still only be able to scratch the surface.
Women entrepreneurs in violent conflict zones
Authors: Jennings Jennifer E , Elkailani Omima
Published: October 2024

Women entrepreneurs in violent conflict zones

Read here for insights from a Libya-based study conducted by researchers at the University of Alberta about women entrepreneurs in violent conflict zones. In a couple of recent Open Access Government publications, Professor Jennifer Jennings from the University of Alberta collaborated with a former doctoral student to offer ideas for policy priorities and policy-oriented research related to gender and entrepreneurship. Here, she teams up with one of her current PhD students, Omima Elkailani, to share findings from a study of women’s entrepreneurship in one of the world’s most violent conflict zones: the African country of Libya after the 2011 Arab Spring uprisings.
The future of AVS, dizziness, and vertigo in emergency departments Part IV: Priorities for universal healthcare after COVID
Authors: Nakatsuka Millie
Published: October 2024

The future of AVS, dizziness, and vertigo in emergency departments Part IV: Priorities for universal healthcare after COVID

In the fourth article of this five-part series, Dr Millie Nakatsuka discusses how reform must be integrated into the broader context of the public health landscape. 2024 marks the 46th anniversary of the Alma-Ata Declaration, which identified primary healthcare as the key method of achieving ‘Health for All’. OECD analysis, however, continues to show that substantial chronic underinvestment in preventive healthcare and chronic disease management persists, reflecting a global failure to adopt coherent coordinated health policies, and to rationally plan cost-effective healthcare aligned with population health priorities. Instead, governments regularly misallocate and waste resources on ad hoc politically motivated projects, all too often catering to the lobbying power of vested interest groups.
Why and how systemic change overcomes ineffectiveness
Authors: Beer Michael
Published: October 2024

Why and how systemic change overcomes ineffectiveness

Michael Beer, from Harvard Business School, provides insight into why and how systemic change overcomes ineffectiveness in organizations. According to leading academics and consultants, seventy percent of corporate transformations are failures. The organization is stuck in neutral, ineffective, and unable to make systemic change in order to perform better. Strategy changes follow changes in the competitive environment. The system of organizing, managing, and leading must then be realigned with the new strategy or friction and conflict between groups that must coordinate for the organization to survive will arise. A decline in effectiveness and performance will begin. Firing people or creating new programs to re-educate them doesn’t work. Edward Deming, the quality guru who taught the Japanese how to compete on quality, found that “94% of problems in business are system driven and only 6% are people driven.” When confronted with strategic inflection points, 7 silent capabilities must be confronted through honest conversations. Most managers do not, however, know why or how.
Electric-field nanobubbles: A step change in nanobubble engineering, and its “coming of age”
Authors: English Niall
Published: October 2024

Electric-field nanobubbles: A step change in nanobubble engineering, and its “coming of age”

Niall J. English, from Chemical Engineering at University College Dublin, discusses how electric-field nanobubbles have displaced their mechanically-generated counterparts in performance and sustainability. Limited solubility of gases in water, such as oxygen, is a fundamental challenge. In ecosystems and the environment, lack of dissolved oxygen (DO) is a major reason for fish kills and water bodies being blighted by algal blooms, in addition to lack of effectiveness of activated-sludge processes in water treatment or poorer-than-hoped results in irrigation. Nanobubbles (NBs) are tiny gas bubbles on the nanometre (nm) scale. They may be thermodynamically metastable for up to many months, or sometimes even longer, and have enhanced gas-transfer properties and substantial industrial potential. The concept of NBs versus traditional, coarser bubbles – with the latter subject to buoyancy phenomena, while NBs are relatively impervious to rising – in essence, “subverts” Stokes’ Law of bubble rising – and have an excellent area-to-volume ratio. If NBs are generated well – indeed, the art of “nanobubble engineering”, as it were – NBs lead to important and useful applications.
Cognitive function and electrode mapping’s role in cochlear implant performance
Authors: Walia Amit , Shew Matthew , Buchman Craig A
Published: October 2024

Cognitive function and electrode mapping’s role in cochlear implant performance

Amit Walia, Matthew Shew and Craig A. Buchman from Washington University School of Medicine, detail the role of cognitive function and electrode mapping in cochlear implant performance. In a previous article, we explored various factors influencing cochlear implant (CI) performance, including demographic, audiologic, and surgical variables, as well as the importance of cochlear health, as measured by electrocochleography. Beyond cochlear health, cognitive function, device function and surgical variables all play a role in performance. This section highlights the impact of cognitive function and device mapping to further refine and optimize CI outcomes.
Modelling biodiversity is an essential part of its protection
Authors: Blanchet Guillaume
Published: October 2024

Modelling biodiversity is an essential part of its protection

Professor Guillaume Blanchet from Université de Sherbrooke considers why modelling biodiversity is an essential part of protection and how we can model biodiversity better. The snowy owl is one of the most charismatic animals in the world, maybe in part because of the immense success of Harry Potter, which has a snowy owl as a pet. Even if it is a well-known species and one that almost everyone has little to no trouble spotting in the sky if it flies (even high up) above our head, scientists are still finding it very challenging to draw on a map where it lives and reproduces. To show how much trouble even the best scientists in the world have in defining where the snowy owl is found, I present here two expert maps suggesting where the snowy owl may be found.
Right-wing ethno-nationalists and jihadi Salafists
Authors: Bøås Morten
Published: October 2024

Right-wing ethno-nationalists and jihadi Salafists

Morten Bøås, from the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI), examines the similarities between right-wing ethno-nationalists and jihadi Salafists. It may seem strange to argue that people who subscribe to immensely opposing ideologies should have anything in common. However, recent research suggests that this may not be as strange as one initially thought. The PREVEX project, but also like-minded studies, have shown that religious beliefs and ideological conviction matter less for individuals who initially move into the ‘world’ of violent extremism. The path of radicalisation is not one paved with strong beliefs about religion or ideology. For most, it is something else that makes them make choices that, unfortunately, so easily and dramatically can transform their life trajectory.
Adipose tissue: A treasure trove of stem cells for regenerative medicine
Authors: Pietramaggiori Giorgio , Scherer Saja
Published: October 2024

Adipose tissue: A treasure trove of stem cells for regenerative medicine

Adipose tissue, commonly known as fat, has long been considered a mere energy reservoir. However, recent discoveries have revolutionized our understanding of this tissue, placing it at the heart of advances in stem cells and regenerative medicine. To shed light on these questions, we will rely on the expertise of Doctors Saja Scherer and Giorgio Pietramaggiori from the Global Medical Institute clinic in Lausanne. These two eminent specialists are at the forefront of research and clinical applications of adipose tissue in regenerative medicine. Dr. Saja Scherer, a renowned plastic surgeon, is recognized for her innovative work on the use of adipose tissue in facial reconstruction and rejuvenation. Her research has contributed to improving fat grafting techniques, thus optimizing results for patients.
Innovative packaging design enhances vaccine accessibility for developing countries
Authors: Ratnakumar Marlish
Published: October 2024

Innovative packaging design enhances vaccine accessibility for developing countries

Unither Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to innovating and expanding capacity to provide equitable vaccine accessibility in developing countries and enhance preparedness for future pandemics. Here, they explain how the Euroject® device can support their goals.The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has had a devastating impact worldwide, causing seven million deaths and infecting more than 775 million people. (1) Despite the rapid development and approval of vaccines, their distribution faced significant hurdles due to shortages of consumables like glass vials. To prepare for ‘Disease X’, a term coined by governments to describe an unknown pathogen that could emerge and cause an epidemic or pandemic, many steps have been taken to increase preparedness. In this context, Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) technology has emerged as a game-changing solution, particularly for developing countries, owing to its efficient and scalable packaging design.