bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PoS tag-based Attention for Feature Selection in Sentiment Analysis
Authors: Kanakkahewa K. H.S.L , Mohotti W. A. , Subhashini L. D.C.S.
Published: July 2023

The growth in the usage of the Internet and Web-based applications has led to an exponential increase in text data, including customer reviews, social media comments, and blogs. Sentiment analysis is an essential technique to analyze this data and determine the polarity of opinions. However, traditional sentiment analysis methods face challenges in feature selection and representation due to the unstructured nature of the text and associated noise. We propose a novel framework called PoPoSBert that uses BERT to capture syntax, semantic, and contextual features effectively. We leverage part-of-speech (PoS) tags which assign a unique identifier to every single token in a text corpus to indicate the part of speech, to capture polarity words that reveal the sentiment behind the text. We use the transformer architecture's attention mechanism to improve the weights for polarity words, resulting in high-quality feature selection for sentiment classification. We conducted an extensive experimental analysis to evaluate the suggested framework against the existing methods. The suggested framework is assessed using several standard evaluation measures such as accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score against the traditional baseline methods such as TF-IDF and existing models like BERT, Word2Vec, and GloVe techniques. The findings indicate that the PoS tag-based attention concept improves the accuracy of sentiment classification, achieving superior performance over existing methods on several benchmark datasets. The suggested framework can be utilized in various applications, including market research, monitoring social media and analyzing customer feedback to make informed decisions.
Characterization and compositional identification of Stepwell (Baoli) lime plasters from 16 th Century Arab
Authors: Singh Sanjeev Kumar , Singh Manager Rajdeo
Published: July 2023

The present work deliberates on a 16th-century stepwell lime plaster sourced from Arab Ki Sarai, Humayun tomb complex, Delhi. The plaster samples were observed under an analytical microscope, and the thin section was examined through petrological analysis. The samples were also investigated using analytical techniques of XRF, FTIR, XRD, SEM-EDX, and thermal analysis. The brick-lime junction of the plaster studied using FTIR, XRD, and EDX analysis indicated that the brick aggregates have played a major role in improving the mechanical strength and permeability for better carbonation of the lime and hardly influenced hydraulicity. The comparative study of brick, brick-lime interface, and lime layer showed clear mineralogical and compositional changes. The bricks used as aggregates were fired at high fusion temperatures, destroying the crystalline structure of clay minerals and causing loss of pozzolanic activity due to reduced surface area and formation of high-temperature mineral phases. Studies indicate brick-lime inclusion in the plaster layers, and coarse brick aggregates fired at elevated temperature was specifically selected for underwater construction. The FTIR and thermal analysis indicate mixing a minor quantity of proteinaceous adhesive during plaster preparation, but organic additives like jute fibers were not added.
Risk Assessment and Monitoring of Certain Pollutants in Natural Honeys Imported from Different Countries and Marketing in KSA
Authors: Osman Khaled A , Mohamed Hala H Elsayed , Salama Maher S
Published: July 2023

Background
Natural honeys imported by Saudi Arabia and marketed in the local markets may do not comply with t national and international specifications and contain levels of metals and pesticide residues that exceed maximum residue limits (MRLs). Based on these residue data, a risk assessment of consumer exposure was conducted.
Methods
Natural honeys were characterized depending on their physicochemical and antimicrobial properties, as well as metals and pesticide residue contents were analyzed using atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) techniques, respectively. Furthermore, a risk assessment for contaminated honey consumption by humans was performed, using consumption data.
Results
A broad range of pesticides were detected in the samples. Most of the detected active ingredients were insecticides and fungicides. A considerable part of the detected pesticide residues exceeded the EU and Cuban MRLs. However, the deterministic risk assessment revealed that the consumer risk of pesticide exposure is low. Only in the maximum exposure scenario children and adults were exposed to methamidophos residues in tomatoes higher than the acceptable daily intake.
Results
The chemical composition of some of these honeys did not comply with most national and international specifications with spatial variations in their properties. Additionally, honey samples showed greater antimicrobial activities than all analyzed samples against osmophilic microorganisms, and the most sensitive microorganism was Aspergillus flavus. Pb and Cd were not detected in any of the tested samples. Cu levels were below the guideline value of 5 mg/kg, while Zn, Fe, and Ni levels in most of the imported samples did not comply with the legislation values of 5, 15, and 0.01-1.00 mg/kg, respectively, and may pose a health risk to consumers. Additionally, Mn was found in higher levels, which can be attributed either to the production stages of honey or the region from which the honey was taken. Additionally, the present results revealed that some pesticides are either banned or not recommended to be used inside hives to control Varroa mites and found in honey imported from Germany, Australia, and Turkey. The hazard indices for were less than one
Conclusion
Because the hazard indices all the detected pesticides residues were <1, therefore the consumption of these imported honeys could not pose a health risk for the Saudi population. It can be concluded that some metals and pesticide residues found in imported natural honey are not safe baseline levels for human consumption and may affect human health.
Changes in the epidemiological profile of pituitary stalk thickening among pediatric population in Chile during COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Zepeda Diego , Guarda Francisco J. , Okuma Cecilia , Hernandez Maria Isabel
Published: July 2023

Purpose
Pituitary stalk thickening (PST) is a rare disease affecting mainly adults. Pediatric cases are infrequent. The aim of this study is to evaluate the frequency of pediatric patients with PST during the pandemic outbreak of COVID-19 in Chile and compare it with previous data.
Methods
A retrospective chart review was conducted in patients with PST diagnosed during COVID-19 outbreak. Patients <18 years with pituitary stalk width of 3mm or more at pituitary insertion and/or 4mm or more at optic chiasm were included. In order to characterize and compare these cases with those already published, a review of the literature was performed.
Results
Nine patients were diagnosed with PST. Seven were girls. Mean age at the onset of symptoms was 10.36 years (2.4-17). Germinal cell tumors (GCT) were diagnosed in 8 patients and Langerhans cell histiocytosis in one. All patients had negative tumor markers, arginine-vasopressin deficiency (AVD) and at least one anterior pituitary hormonal deficit at diagnosis.
Diagnoses were confirmed histologically in all patients, and four required a second biopsy. We found a frequency of 4 patients per year with PST due to GCT which is twice the one expected in the same population in Chile.
Conclusion
A surprisingly high frequency of PST presented during the COVID-19 pandemic among Chilean pediatric patients, being GCT the most frequent etiology. The reasons behind this increase in reported cases are still to be elucidated.
Prognostic factors and impact of fertility-sparing surgery in women with FIGO stage I clear cell ovarian carcinoma: a Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) analysis
Authors: Tang Xinyue , Wang Tian , Hu Yuanjing
Published: July 2023

Purpose: This study aimed to investigate prognostic factors of stage I ovarian clear cell carcinoma (OCCC), as well as the impact of fertility-sparing surgery (FSS) on the oncologic outcomes of young patients with stage I ovarian clear cell carcinoma.
Methods: The Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database was accessed and data of patients with primary diagnosed stage I OCCC from 2010 to 2019 was extracted. Univariate and multivariate Cox regression analyses were employed to identify independent predictors associated with survival in women with stage I OCCC. Survival analysis was assessed with the Kaplan–Meier method, and the results were compared with the log-rank test.
Results: A total of 1,556 patients met the inclusion criteria. Median age was 56 years. The majority were unilateral (96.9%) and white (75.2%).1,213(78.0%) patients were treated with chemotherapy, and 1,271(81.7%) patients received Lymph node dissection. Age of diagnosis, race, and substage were independently associated with OS, while race, substage and months from diagnosis to treatment were independently associated with CSS. For OCCCs with stage IA, fertility-sparing surgery was not associated with a worse overall or cancer-specific survival. Chemotherapy and lymph node resection were not associated with survival outcomes of patients with stage IA who underwent FSS.
Conclusions:Overall LN dissection and chemotherapy did not significantly impact OS and CSS of women with FIGO stage I OCCC. Fertility-sparing surgery did not affect survival of stage IA OCCCs. Chemotherapy and LN dissection were not associated with survival outcome of patients with stage IA who underwent FSS.
Four-Period Integration Oversampling Method (4PIOM) for Hardware-in-the-Loop power converters with complementary switches
Authors: Zamiri Elyas , Sanchez Alberto , de Castro Angel
Published: July 2023

This paper addresses aliasing oscillations encountered in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation caused by inaccurate duty cycle detection in high-frequency power electronic applications. Oversampling has been commonly used as a solution to detect switching events more accurately. Traditional oversampling methods use the extra information obtained by oversampling the inputs for further computations to enhance the precision of the simulation. However, these techniques increase the complexity of the model since they take into account several switch states during each simulation step. To mitigate these complexities, the Integration Oversampling Method (IOM) is introduced as a recent alternative with minimum impact on the model complexity. IOM provides a modified switching pattern that effectively prevents aliasing oscillations while maintaining a single switch-state for each simulation step. It can be implemented as an independent block between the controller and the HIL model, so it keeps the HIL model unchanged. This study highlights the limitations detected in applying IOM to the models with complementary switches, including possible undesired short circuits. To overcome these limitations, a novel oversampling method called 4PIOM is presented. 4PIOM further enhances the IOM algorithm by reducing the simulation step and sampling period. The validity of the new method is demonstrated by comparison with previous proposals and also with the same model without any oversampling. Both experimental and MATLAB simulation results prove its superior performance in attenuating the aliasing oscillations and improving the quality of the simulation.
Flexural Behavior of Laminated Wood Beams Strengthened with Novel Hybrid Composite Systems: An experimental study
Authors: OZDEMIR Mehmet Faruk , Maras Muslum Murat , YURTSEVEN Hasan Basri
Published: July 2023

In this study, it was aimed to improve the mechanical properties of laminated timber beams by using NovelHybrid Systems (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer and Wire Rope). Reducing the cross-sectional area of the beam is important for the strength conditions required in large span systems with structural laminated wood material. Within the scope of this study, it is foreseen that the use of wood, which is an environmentally friendly and sustainable building element, will be made more economical and safe, instead of reinforced concrete and steel elements currently used to pass wide openings. Structural behavior of hybrid reinforced laminated timber beams was determined under the loading system.Experimental findings show that normal laminated timber beam (0N) has a maximum load of 14 kN and a deflection of 36 mm.On the other hand, the highest increase in the values of laminated beams reinforced with steel ropes was obtained with the (2N) reinforcement, with a maximum load of 38 kN and a displacement of 137mm.In this way, a load increase of 168% and a displacement increase of 275% compared to the reference sample were obtained. Since the steel rope-reinforced samples absorb the load, crack formation and transfer to the upper layers are prevented.3F beam specimen reinforced with CFRP and steel ropes obtained maximum load of 28 kN and a displacement of 152 mm. Compared to the reference sample, a load increase of 92% and a displacement increase of 14% were obtained. Consequently, the fabrics placed between the layers with CFRP prevented crack development and provided a significant interlayer connection.It has been observed that the fiber composite-reinforced wooden beams increase the load bearing capacity by more than 50% and exhibit a ductile behavior.The carbon fabrics placed between the laminated wooden beams with the innovative reinforcement system will not both disrupt the aesthetics and will reduce the effect of earthquake forces, and significant reductions can be achieved in the sections.
Nucleosome Positioning Events and Probability Model Created with Probability Theory Application in a Human DNA Sequence
Authors: Cherif Brahim , Cherif Salah
Published: July 2023

The histone code hypothesis predicts that histone modifications control chromatin processes such as gene expression, but their consequences are not highly predictable. Accordingly, nucleosome positioning is suggested to be a code that dictates distinct epigenetic states. The aim of this work was to mathematically model nucleosome positioning as a first step toward testing the nucleosome code hypothesis. Nucleosome positioning was predicted with NXSensor software in a human DNA sequence. Probability theory was applied to model nucleosome positioning; positioning events and probabilities were modeled, and then probabilities were calculated. Nucleosome positioning events were proportional to nucleosome occupancy, but they were not proportional to positioning probabilities. Based on our results, we proposed a general nucleosome positioning model, and we searched for evidence of the model in the literature. The proposed model can be applied to test the association between events and experimental data of both positioning and gene expression and cell states events to validate or reject the nucleosome code hypothesis.
Long-time traffic speed prediction model based on XGBoost
Authors: Shen Zhou (Eric)
Published: July 2023

Accurate traffic speed prediction plays a crucial role in traffic management and transportation planning. In this paper, we propose a long-time traffic speed prediction model based on XGBoost, a powerful ensemble learning algorithm. Our method addresses the challenge of predicting traffic speed over extended time horizons by incorporating spatial and temporal dependencies, feature selection, and interpretability analysis. We conduct experiments on a real-world traffic dataset and compare our results with state-of-the-art methods. The experimental results demonstrate the superior performance of our proposed model in terms of mean absolute error (MAE) and root mean square error (RMSE). The incorporation of spatial and temporal dependencies, coupled with the interpretability analysis provided by XGBoost, enables us to capture complex traffic patterns and gain insights into the factors influencing traffic speed. Our research contributes to the field of traffic prediction by offering a robust and interpretable solution that can aid in traffic management, urban planning, and intelligent transportation systems.
DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING VIDEOS ON THE THEME OF ADVANTAGES AND LIMITATIONS BETWEEN SPACES AND THE ROLE OF ECONOMIC ACTORS IN AN ECONOMY CLASS VIII LEVEL SMP / MTS (Research Study: MTSN 5 Kediri, MTS Ma'arif Bakung, SMPN 3 Srengat)
Authors: ROSYIDAH SRI AYU , Khusna Nur Isroatul
Published: July 2023

Abstract: This research develops video media learning friends advantages and limitations between space and the role of economic actors in an economy even semester class VIII social studies junior high school / MTs research study: MTSN 5 Kediri, MTS Ma'arif Bakung, SMPN 3 Srengat. The development model used by Borg and Gall with 10 steps. With research subjects 33 students from MTS Ma'arif Bakung, 25 students from SMPN 3 Srengat and 32 students from MTSN 5 Kediri. Researchers collected data by observation and questionnaire. Data analysis techniques here researchers use qualitative descriptive analysis and descriptive statistical analysis. The results of this study indicate that the results of the needs analysis of researchers know that students pay less attention if the learning media uses books, the needs of students related to the media are also supported because of the existence of learning that was previously carried out online. With the existence of online learning that always uses mobile phones has an impact on the lack of interest in reading students to books, and educators are less varied in utilizing learning media, so it is necessary to develop a medium that is in accordance with the conditions of learning at school. The process of developing social studies learning videos on the theme of the advantages and limitations of inter-space and the role of economic actors in an economy of class VIII at the junior high school / middle school level can researchers go through well so as to produce a video media. Learning video media can be known level of validity at MTSN 5 Kediri obtained the results of Cronbach alpha 0.861, Mts Ma'arif bakung obtained the results of Cronbach alpha 0.823, SMPN 3 Srengat obtained the results of Cronbach alpha 0.921 which can be said to be reliable because it has obtained a Cronbach alpha value greater than 0.6.
Combating animal infectious diseases in Poland in the years 1918-1939 on the example of rinderpest and foot and mouth disease. Legal and administrative aspect
Authors: WELZ MIROSŁAW , KONDRAT RENATA , ŁOŚ PRZEMYSŁAW , BOGDAN JANUSZ , ANUSZ KRZYSZTOF
Published: July 2023

The regaining of independence by Poland in 1918 brought freedom, but it also posed many challenges for the state administration, including the reconstruction of a uniform veterinary service. It was not an easy task, considering that already in early 1920 an epizootic of rinderpest crossed the Caucasus and spread in the European part of Soviet Russia, reaching eastern Poland in September of that year. A modern legal framework for combating contagious animal diseases was successfully established within merely ten years. A breakthrough in the field of law regarding the eradication of infectious animal diseases was the Regulation of the President of the Republic of Poland of August 22, 1927 on combating contagious animal diseases. It was the first legal act of this type in the country and one of the most modern regulations of its kind in Europe at that time. The list of infectious diseases covered by the obligation to report and control included rinderpest, contagious bovine pleuropneumonia, foot-and-mouth disease, anthrax, blackleg disease, game and cattle plague, tuberculosis of cattle in the open form (lungs, udder, uterus and intestines), glanders of solipeds, sheep pox, dourine, coital exanthema of equines and cattle, scabies of solipeds and sheep, rabies, swine fever and plague, swine erysipelas, poultry cholera (pasterellosis) and chicken plague. The article presents the rules of combating infectious animal diseases in the example of rinderpest and foot-and-mouth disease, which were characteristic of the period of the Second Polish Republic.
1,3,4-Oxadiazole: An Emerging Scaffold to Inhibit the Thymidine Phosphorylase as an Anticancer Agent
Authors: Murmu Anjali , Banjare Purusottam , Matore Balaji Wamanrao , Roy Partha Pratim , Singh Jagadish
Published: July 2023

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Thymidine phosphorylase (TP), also referred to as "platelet-derived endothelial
cell growth factor" is crucial to the pyrimidine salvage pathway. TP reversibly transforms
thymidine into thymine and 2-deoxy-D-ribose-1-phosphate (dRib-1-P), which further degraded
to 2-Deoxy-D-ribose (2DDR), which has both angiogenic and chemotactic activity.
In several types of human cancer such as breast and colorectal malignancies, TP is
abundantly expressed in response to biological disturbances like hypoxia, acidosis, chemotherapy,
and radiation therapy. TP overexpression is highly associated with angiogenic
factors such as vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), interleukins (ILs), matrix metalloproteases
(MMPs), etc., which accelerate tumorigenesis, invasion, metastasis, immune
response evasion, and resistant to apoptosis. Hence, TP is recognized as a key target for
the development of new anticancer drugs. Heterocycles are the primary structural element
of most chemotherapeutics. Even 75% of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds are
contributing to the pharmaceutical world. To create the bioactive molecule, medicinal
chemists are concentrating on nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds such as pyrrole,
pyrrolidine, pyridine, imidazole, pyrimidines, pyrazole, indole, quinoline, oxadiazole,
benzimidazole, etc. The Oxadiazole motif stands out among all of them due to its
enormous significance in medicinal chemistry. The main thrust area of this review is to
explore the synthesis, SAR, and the significant role of 1,3,4-oxadiazole derivatives as a
TP inhibitor for their chemotherapeutic effects.
Miniaturized Polymeric Systems for the Intravaginal Gene Therapies: Recent
Update on Unconventional Delivery
Authors: Pandey Manisha , Ting Jocelyn Su Szhiou , Gorain Bapi , Jain Neha , Mayuren Jayashree
Published: July 2023

The prevalence of vaginal infection is increasing among women, especially at reproductive age. For
proper eradication of infection, the effective concentration of a drug is required at the infection site. Therefore,
local delivery is recommended to exert a direct therapeutic effect at the site action that causes a reduction in
dose and side effects. The main focus of vaginal drug delivery is to enhance retention time and patient compliance.
The high recurrence rate of vaginal infection due to the lack of effective treatment strategies opens the
door for new therapeutic approaches. To combat these setbacks, intravaginal gene therapies have been investigated.
High attention has been gained by vaginal gene therapy, especially for sexually transmitted infection
treatment. Despite much research, no product is available in the market, although in vitro and preclinical data
support the vaginal route as an effective route for gene administration. The main focus of this review is to discuss
the recent advancement in miniaturized polymeric systems for intravaginal gene therapies to treat local infections.
An overview of different barriers to vaginal delivery and challenges of vaginal infection treatment are
also summarised.
Pictet-Spengler Synthesis of N-heteroaromatics Extended Porphyrins
Authors: Singh Dileep Kumar
Published: July 2023

Background:

Porphyrins are highly conjugated heterocyclic compounds and are found as the backbone of many natural products such as heme and chlorophyll. To improve its biological and optical properties, the functionalization of porphyrin at its β- and meso-position has gained importance in recent years.

Objective:

The purpose of this review is to describe the Pictet-Spengler method for the incorporation of nitrogenous and biologically important heterocyclic scaffolds such as pyrrolo-/indolo[1,2-a]quinoxaline, pyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine, and quinoline at the β- and meso-positions of the porphyrins to increase π-conjugation and improve their biological, optical, and electrochemical properties.

Conclusion:

This review provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis of N-heterocyclic ex-tended porphyrins and metalloporphyrins via a modified Pictet-Spengler approach. The synthesized porphyrins were found to be highly conjugated and exhibited improved photophysical properties com-pared to their parent analogues. Moreover, the review article provided a brief overview of the Pictet-Spengler procedure, including product yields, reaction conditions, photophysical properties of the syn-thesized products, and potential applications in a variety of fields.
Regulatory Role, Mechanism, and Metabolic Profile of BIOTIN in
Gene Expression
Authors: Wal Ankita , Sasmal Abhijit , Singh Riya , Yadav Princy , Singh Yogesh , Garg Vipin , Wal Pranay
Published: July 2023

Biotin, a vitamin that is water-soluble, is part of the vitamin B complex and is required
by all living things, including humans. Biotin-dependent carboxylases are a prosthetic
group of enzymes, and biotin catalyzes essential processes in the production of fatty acids,
the breakdown of amino acids, and gluconeogenesis in eukaryotic cells. The role of biotin
as the prosthetic group of the four biotin-dependent carboxylases is well understood in
higher animals. Based on the roles of these carboxylases in metabolism, it was discovered
that biotin is required for cell survival, proliferation, and differentiation. Biotin appears to
play a role in cell function and has a spermatogenic impact. Biotin has been found to have a
direct impact on the transcription of important enzymes in glucose metabolism. Glucokinase
and phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase are glycolytic enzymes that biotin controls
(PEPCK). Biotin appears to be involved in gene control, which may explain some of its
functions regarding fetal development and cellular biology. According to investigations using
microarrays as well as other types of gene expression, biotin appears to affect the transcription
of genes encoding cytokines and their receptors, glucose metabolism genes, and
genes involved in cellular biotin homeostasis. A biotin shortage has a considerable effect on
gene expression in numerous tissues and cells, according to a microarray study. Biotin supplementation
affects the expression of several genes depending on the tissue, demonstrating
that gene expression differences reflect tissue function. Biotin affects energy, lipid, and glucose
metabolism, according to metabolite research, which has improved our understanding
of the biotin metabolic pathway. Using microarray and transcriptome analysis, this research
investigates the effect of biotin on gene expression.
Faculty development programs among state universities and colleges in the province of Iloilo: Basis for a faculty development model
Authors: Limson Marissa C.
Published: July 2023

The current investigation aimed to assess the level of participation and recognition received by faculty members from State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in the Province of Iloilo as part of their faculty development programs. The obtained results will be utilized to develop an improved five-year faculty development plan. This study employed a quantitative research design, utilizing a descriptive method to determine the degree of engagement with various components of the faculty development program, which would serve as the basis for the faculty development model. A total of 848 respondents were randomly selected through simple random sampling and completed a survey questionnaire. Frequency count, percentage, mean, and standard deviation were employed to provide a descriptive analysis of the data. Furthermore, Chi-Square, Mann Whitney U Test, and Kruskal Wallis Test were utilized to examine significant differences in the extent of faculty development program utilization. The findings indicate that the majority of faculty members from SUCs expressed "very satisfied" levels of satisfaction regarding their engagement in scholarships, seminars, training, conferences, and symposia. They also reported being "satisfied" with their involvement in other faculty development programs, with the exception of fellowships. Moreover, the study revealed that there was no significant relationship between the extent of satisfaction with the faculty development program components and demographic profiles, except for the plantilla position. Post hoc analysis indicated significant differences among respondents holding the positions of instructors and associate professors, as well as assistant professors and associate professors.
What Helps the Helpers? Resilience and Risk Factors for General and Profession-Specific Mental Health Problems in Psychotherapists during the COVID-19 Pandemic (Preprint)
Authors: Zerban Matthias , Puhlmann Lara Marie Christine , Lassri Dana , Fonagy Peter , Montague P. Read , Kiselnikova Natalia , Lorenzini Nicolas , Desatnik Alex , Kalisch Raffael , Nolte Tobias
Published: July 2023

BACKGROUND

Although the SARS-Cov-2 pandemic has severely affected wellbeing of at-risk groups, most research on resilience employed convenience samples.

OBJECTIVE

We investigated psychosocial resilience and risk factors (RFs) for the wellbeing of psychotherapists and other mental health practitioners, an under-researched population that provides essential support for other at-risk groups and was uniquely burdened by the pandemic.

METHODS

We examined 18 psychosocial factors for their association with resilience, of which four were chosen due to their likely relevance specifically for therapists, in a cross-sectional multi-national sample (N=569) surveyed between June and September 2020. Resilience was operationalized dimensionally and outcome-based as lower stressor reactivity (SR), meaning fewer mental health problems than predicted given a participant’s levels of stressor exposure. General SR (SRG) scores expressed reactivity in terms of general internalizing problems, while profession-specific SR (SRS) scores expressed reactivity in terms of burnout and secondary trauma, typical problems of mental health practitioners.

RESULTS

Factors previously identified as RFs in other populations, including perceived social support, optimism and self-compassion, were almost all significant in the study population (SRG: 18/18 RFs, absolute βs=.16-.40; SRS: 15/18 RFs, absolute βs=.19-.39 all Ps <.001). Compassion satisfaction emerged as uniquely relevant for mental health practitioners in regularized regression.

CONCLUSIONS

Our work identifies psychosocial RFs for mental health practitioners’ wellbeing during crisis. Most identified factors are general, in that they are associated with resilience to a wider range of mental health problems, and global, in that they have also been observed in other populations and stressor constellations.
Enhancing Digital Literacy in Immigrant Older Adults: Co-Design Group Learning Sessions (Preprint)
Authors: Au Alesia , Siddiqi Hesham , Sayadi Ghada , Zhao Tianqi , Kleib Manal , Tong Hongmei , Salma Jordana
Published: July 2023

BACKGROUND

Digital literacy is essential to be able to function effectively in society, and the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of digital inclusion for equity and positive aging experience; however, aging immigrants face greater challenges in using information and communication technologies compared to other older adults. Interventions are needed to reduce the digital divide among individuals of different ethnicities. To date no studies have explored digital literacy learning strategies for immigrant older adults.

OBJECTIVE

To report on digital literacy in immigrant older adults and strategies to increase their digital competence and engagement in a co-design group-based educational program.

METHODS

An exploratory study employing quantitative and qualitative data collection and co-designed digital learning sessions. Two organizations from the local ethnocultural community with older immigrants that spoke Arabic, Farsi and Kurdish were included in the study. To determine participant needs prior to the learning sessions, data was collected using semi-structured interviews and digital competency questionnaires: the 14-item brief version of the Senior Technology Acceptance Model (STAM) questionnaire and the short 16-question version of the Mobile Device Proficiency Questionnaire (MDPQ-16). Focus group interviews and observational notes were conducted throughout the learning sessions to capture participant acceptability and engagement.

RESULTS

Regarding digital competencies, participants expressed low confidence in various areas, including data and file storage, calendar use, privacy settings, troubleshooting, and software management. The co-design findings emphasize the instructor's dynamic responsibilities, the need to understand participants' learning attitudes and interests, the importance of incorporating peer support, as well as the identification of barriers and learning opportunities.

CONCLUSIONS

Digital literacy programs that are tailored to the specific needs of older adults, including step-by-step guidance, accessibility features, and positive peer role-modeling, can combat technology barriers and improve attitudes towards technology.
Assessing the Accuracy and Comprehensiveness of ChatGPT in Offering Clinical Guidance for Atopic Dermatitis and Acne Vulgaris (Preprint)
Authors: Lakdawala Nehal , Channa Leelakrishna , Gronbeck Christian , Lakdawala Nikita , Weston Gillian , Sloan Brett , Feng Hao
Published: July 2023

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Implementasi Kesetaraan Gender Wanita Kelas Atas dalam Sejarah Perjuangan Wanita Indonesia
Authors: Nisa Septiani Chairul
Published: July 2023

Discussing gender cannot be separated from views that state human gender. In fact, this is not entirely true, gender does not only discuss which is male and which is female. Discussion of gender more than that can relate to customs, types of clothing, roles, habits or procedures, not forgetting also the instincts of the soul which can actually be carried out conditionally but are hindered by the view of the human position related to the nature he bears. Because that is what underlies the writing of this research journal. In writing this study the aims were to: (1) Know about gender equality, and (2) Knowing the history and forms of implementing the struggles of upper-class women from several eras in Indonesia.The research method used in this research is historical research method. The steps in historical research include: topic selection, heuristics, verification, interpretation, and historiography. The results of the research show that in the history and discussion of gender equality it does not only discuss the nature based on human sex but also the study of its meaning. Women are one of the objects discussed in gender equality. In this case, the role he played existed before modern times or the emancipation movement was echoed in various ways in its implementation. Regarding the realization, women who play a lot of roles are women from the upper class.
Design of High Performance Core Micro-Architecture Based on RISC-V ISA for Low Power Applications
Authors: Jaiswal Nidhi
Published: July 2023

Abstract: Numerous current and future applications aim to create highly efficient central processing units (CPUs). The RISC V processor micro-architecture is one illustration of a design that satisfies the necessities. The RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture [ISA] provides support for the micro-architecture. The instruction set architecture and the micro-architecture of a processor are two of the most crucial aspects of its design. The multiplier and divider circuits have a relatively high level of hardware complexity compared to other stages of the instruction execution process, which must be taken into account in any core microarchitecture. The construction of an appropriate hardware circuit that is capable of multiplication and division determines the overall size, power, and performance of a core. This center has four phases, and during those stages, each guidance is done, except for stacking and putting away information. The arithmetic operations can be completed within one clock cycle. On the other hand, the division and multiplication operations are repeated in an effort to shorten the critical path latency.
Impact of Advances in Artificial Intelligence on Health Tech Industry
Authors: Velagaleti Sesha Bhargavi , Sridevi M. , Vandana D.
Published: July 2023

Abstract: The healthcare sector is being rapidly transformed by artificial intelligence (AI), which has the potential to enhance care quality, lower costs, and improve patient outcomes. This study examines the newest developments in artificial intelligence (AI) in the fields of robotics, computer vision, and natural language processing. It also looks at the potential and problems brought on by these new technologies, as well as how they affect patient participation, research, and healthcare delivery. A significant benefit that aids in the development of many AI applications is the availability of a huge volume of data supported by limitless cloud storage. The learning algorithms are improved through training with this data. New knowledge in diagnosis and therapy is made possible by the algorithms' interactions with the training data. Hence, it enhances the outcomes for patients. A case study on Predictive Analytics for Early Detection of Sepsis was discussed and a suitable architecture is proposed.
Publications Information Retrieval and Management System
Authors: Aparna T. , D Shivani , B Pratiksha , Tahreen Nuzzath , T Anusha
Published: July 2023

Abstract: In a world where technology is advancing rapidly, it is a difficult task to manually maintain research profiles in any educational institution. Faculty have to go through an exhaustive ordeal to keep up to pace with the ever-changing demands of the publication committees. Hence, there is a significant need for an interface allowing researchers to easily sort, maintain and download their list of publications with minimum work from the user end. This paper attempts to set up an interface that would use web scraping with selenium and python modules to link a researcher’s list of publications present on Google Scholar to a PostgreSQL database and Excel application, allowing them to access and manipulate their research profiles in minimal steps
Quick Witted Security System
Authors: Nageswari A. , Usha V.
Published: July 2023

Abstract: In the present era, safety and security are the main concerns. Due to complicated activities, homes are frequently left unattended. Closed-circuit television is typically used by people to protect their houses while they are gone. These systems are unaware of happenings in the surroundings as they just observe without any detection. It requires human interaction to work properly. We propose a Quick-Witted Security System using OpenCV. It includes features like Monitoring the theft, Detecting the noise. System also checks the visitors count and updates in and out count. This system comes with an extra feature of face recognition (Using OpenCV) where it identifies image of known and unknown faces by image processing. This technology is created to offer intelligent security in home and commercial environments.
Rectangular Dual Band Microstrip Patch Antenna with Defected Ground Plane Using CST STUDIO
Authors: Jade Anuja , Mudda Prof. Shivleela
Published: July 2023

Abstract: The rectangular dual-band microstrip patch antenna with defected ground plane for wireless communications that operates at 2.4-3.5 GHz. The antenna incorporates a rectangular patch with slot. The dielectric substrate used for antenna is RT Duroid 5880. According to position of etched slot are determined using parametric such as s-parameters and radiation pattern are simulated. The analyses are performed using CST STUDIO SUITE 2019.
IoT Band: A Wearable Sensor System to Track Vital Data and Location of Missing or Earthquake Victims
Authors: SOYSAL Esma Nur , GÜRKAN Havin , YAVŞAN Emrehan
Published: July 2023

Natural disasters, especially earthquakes, have caused and still cause serious loss of life in our country. Since many of our cities are located on fault lines, earthquake or collapse risks threaten our lives. In this study, a wearable sensor and tracking system has been developed to prevent or minimize the loss of life after a possible earthquake. The presented system consists of a wristband prototype designed to instantly monitor the vital data and location of victims trapped under the rubble. The wristband prototype includes a GPS module, a temperature sensor and a pulse oximeter. While the vital data of the victim is monitored by the temperature sensor and pulse oximeter, the location information of the victim is received via GPS. The data read from these sensors via a controller is transferred to a display screen through a wireless communication module. A computer and a mobile application were developed as the display screen. A Wi-Fi module was preferred for wireless communication. As an alternative to the Wi-Fi module, a GSM module was added to the wristband prototype. Thus, the order and time of rescue interventions for people trapped under the rubble can be determined. The presented work can be used not only for collapse and earthquake victims but also for Alzheimer's patients or people with poor mental development thanks to the GSM module. In this case, the patient's vital data and location will be transmitted to the user's relatives.
CONCEPÇÕES SOBRE BILINGUISMO: UMA METANÁLISE DE PRODUÇÕES CIENTIFICAS NAS ÁREAS DE EDUCAÇÃO E LINGUAGEM
Authors: Barbosa Isabela Vieira , Fistarol Caique Fernando da Silva , Heinzle Márcia Regina Selpa
Published: July 2023

O objetivo deste artigo é socializar dados parciais de uma pesquisa maior que integra os estudos de um observatório da internacionalização da Educação Básica. Neste sentido, o recorte aqui apresentado teve como objetivo analisar as concepções de bilinguismo e de educação bilíngue adotadas por pesquisadores em produções científicas relacionadas às áreas de Educação e de Linguagem no Brasil, entre os anos de 2010 e 2015. Para isso, foi desenvolvida uma metanálise qualitativa (SACARDO; SOUSA, 2008) a partir do levantamento de teses, dissertações e artigos em bases de dados que abordassem o conceito de bilinguismo. Para a análise destes dados, nos embasamos nos estudos de Megale (2005) organizando os autores em duas categorias definidas a priori: i) unidimensional; ii) multidimensional. Os dados sugerem que, apesar dos diferentes campos de investigação e das metodologias empregadas, a maioria dos trabalhos se direciona para uma concepção que aborda o sujeito situado em um contexto de bi/plurilinguismo (CAVALCANTI, 1999, 2011), além de considerar a interação entre diversas áreas do conhecimento, língua e cultura, caracterizadas, neste trabalho, a partir de uma vertente multidimensional (MEGALE, 2005).
PERCEPÇÕES DE UMA PROFESSORA DE LÍNGUA PORTUGUESA EM SITUAÇÃO DE AUTOCONFRONTAÇÃO SOBRE O TRABALHO COM O TEXTO MULTISSEMIÓTICO NO ENSINO MÉDIO
Authors: Freitas Samya Semião , Ribeiro Pollyanne Bicalho , Modl Fernanda De Castro
Published: July 2023

Este artigo analisa percepções de uma professora de língua portuguesa do Ensino Médio da rede pública cearense sobre o ensino com o texto multissemiótico, deflagradas por uma sequência formativa, disparada pelo dispositivo da autoconfrontação. Esse método de geração de dados é tomado como um instrumento motriz para o desenvolvimento de uma Sequência Formativa (SF) (RIBEIRO; BASTOS, 2019), que contemple demandas genuínas do coletivo de professores sobre o trabalho com o texto multissemiótico. Tomamos, como corpus de análise, cenas elucidadas no âmbito da autoconfrontação, apontadas como relevantes pela professora-protagonista. Recorre-se, como arcabouço teórico, à noção de enunciado concreto cunhada pela Teoria Dialógica do Discurso (BAKHTIN, 2011, 2014, 2015, 2018; VOLOCHINOV, 2017). Adota-se, ainda, a perspectiva dos Multiletramentos (ROJO; MOURA, 2012; ROJO; BARBOSA, 2015; ROJO; MOURA, 2019); e a do trabalho prescrito, realizado e real (CLOT, 2006). Constatamos que, além de estimular a discussão sobre demandas legítimas do coletivo de trabalho, visto que a professora-protagonista assume a condição de membro, a SF proposta, a partir do dispositivo da autoconfrontação, fomenta a valorização das experiências dos professores, da reflexão e da (re)criação da prática.
TECNOLOGIAS DIGITAIS NO ENSINO DA EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA ESCOLAR: UM ESTUDO DE REVISÃO
Authors: Paludo Elaine Marilene Stack , Neuenfeldt Derli Juliano
Published: July 2023

O presente estudo, que aborda o uso das tecnologias digitais na Educação Física Escolar, tem o objetivo de identificar e de analisar as produções científicas relacionadas ao uso das tecnologias digitais, como recursos didático-pedagógicos, no ensino da Educação Física Escolar. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa, cujo método se baseia em pesquisa bibliográfica e análise textual discursiva. A coleta de dados foi realizada entre os meses de abril até junho de 2022, a partir do levantamento de produções de dois bancos de dados: o Banco de Teses e de Periódicos da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES) e a Biblioteca Digital Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações (BDTD). As produções levantadas correspondem ao período entre 2017 e 2022, sendo utilizados os descritores: “Ensino”, “Educação Física” e “Tecnologias Digitais”. Foram selecionados onze artigos e sete dissertações. Entre os recursos de tecnologia digital utilizados como estratégias de ensino, destacou-se o uso de instrumentos como o Smartphone e o Tablet, bem como de aplicativos (QR-Code, Google Fit, Apple Health, Fitness Runkeeper, WhatsApp, Just Dance). Analisando os resultados das produções pesquisadas, constatou-se a possibilidade de articulação das tecnologias digitais com o ensino de Educação Física escolar. Por outro lado, também foram apontadas limitações, que se referem às condições de acesso às tecnologias digitais pelas unidades escolares, bem como, à formação inicial e continuada de professores. Por fim, considerando as produções analisadas, verificou-se que o ensino mediado pelas tecnologias digitais não substitui o professor, mas potencializa novas experiências no ensino da Educação Física escolar.