bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Relatos inversos. Infancia y clausura en ficciones españolas contemporáneas
Authors: Prósperi Germán Guillermo
Published: October 2024

¿Qué ocurre cuando un relato se inicia con una escena extrema como es la muerte de un niño o una niña? ¿Qué forma adquiere la puesta en discurso de ese suceso? ¿De qué manera el hecho narrado en el inicio determina una especial configuración de la trama? Este trabajo busca acercarse a algunas novelas españolas contemporáneas que exhiben esa figuración y que constituyen lo que denominamos relatos inversos. El artículo propone: 1) caracterizar estos relatos en el marco de las relaciones entre literatura e infancia y 2) abordar el análisis de algunos ejemplos que ponen a funcionar esa especial presencia.
“Under Which Sex Should Witches be Included in the Revision Tales” (Identification of the Parts of the Ohrid Syntagma of 1466 and the Problem of Definition of the Recension of the South Slavic Resava Manuscripts of the 15th Century)
Authors:   Institute of Slavic Studies, Russian Academy of Sciences, Turilov Anatolij
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the reconstruction and clarification of the language interpretation of the Code of Syntagma by Matthew Vlastaris, rewritten in 1466 by Dimitri Kratovets. This manuscript was written following the Resava orthography, dominant in the Slavic literature of Orthodox countries of the Balkan Peninsula since the 15th century. In the Bulgarian research literature it is considered Bulgarian, in (North)Macedonian – Macedonian, in Serbian – Serbian. Besides carefully studying these various viewpoints, the article focuses on three parts of the manuscript, stored in Sofia (the main part of the codex), Moscow (afterword by Dimitri) and St. Petersburg, suggesting that they have not yet been convincingly identified and require further investigation.
Internet of Things Optimal Routing based on Markov-Reinforcement Learning Algorithm
Authors: M.Ali Radha Jamal , Y. Abdulrahman Raza
Published: October 2024

By increasing Internet of Things (IoT) development, it will face new challenges due to its application in various fields of science and industry. One of these challenges is the routing problem in communication which has many effects in various parts and the quality criteria of the IoT in communication. In this research, a new approach provide with an effective and optimal method for routing in the IoT, which will use 6LoWPAN as the default protocol. This protocol has qualitative weaknesses and its goal is to improve and extend it as much as possible with the Markov Reinforcement Learning (MRL). Improving power consumption and reducing energy beside quality of services criteria optimization is the main targets of this approach. The results represented the improvement of the proposed approach compared to other similar protocols such as Z-WAVE and Zig Bee and the classic 6LoWPAN protocol.
QRGB++: App sustentable, solidaria e innovadora para aumentar la densidad de información acumulada en un Código QR por el método 3-en-1 del sistema de colores RGB, utilizando librerías de código abierto en Python en Visual Studio Code.
Authors: Anderson Ibar Federico
Published: October 2024

El proyecto QRGB++ desarrolla una aplicación en Python que utiliza el sistema de colores RGB para generar códigos QR con mayor capacidad de almacenamiento, eficiencia en el uso de recursos y un impacto positivo en el medio ambiente. Este innovador método permite almacenar hasta tres veces más información en el mismo espacio al combinar tres códigos QR (rojo, verde y azul) en uno solo, mejorando también la seguridad de los datos mediante la redundancia. Además de optimizar el uso del papel y tinta, contribuye a la reducción de residuos, deforestación y huella de carbono, alineándose con el ecodiseño y las tendencias sostenibles. Su capacidad para extender la vida útil de productos impresos lo hace ideal para campañas informativas que requieren actualizaciones frecuentes, promoviendo un enfoque minimalista y funcional, especialmente cuando se usa con materiales reciclados. El código QRGB se genera mediante librerías de código abierto como qrcode[pil], Pillow y opencv-python, integrando una interfaz gráfica (GUI) con Kivy o Tkinter para facilitar la creación y decodificación de los códigos. Esta accesibilidad técnica promueve la inclusión tecnológica y la democratización del uso de herramientas avanzadas, al permitir que diseñadores con conocimientos básicos de programación lo utilicen gratuitamente. Visual Studio Code es el entorno elegido para el desarrollo, lo que facilita la programación y depuración del código. A pesar de algunos desafíos técnicos con la mezcla de colores, QRGB++ ofrece un aumento significativo en la densidad de datos, con potenciales aplicaciones en seguridad y almacenamiento de alta densidad. Su uso en proyectos sociales y educativos mejora la accesibilidad para personas con discapacidades, fomenta la creatividad y la solidaridad, y refuerza la sostenibilidad en todas las etapas del ciclo de vida del producto, demostrando cómo la tecnología y el diseño pueden converger para generar un impacto positivo en la sociedad.
A reboot of Richard Owen’s common archetype theory
Authors: Rana Fazale , Ross Hugh
Published: October 2024

Richard Owen's concept of the "common archetype" and Charles Darwin's theory of the "common ancestor" both aimed to elucidate the similarities and differences observed in the diversity of life. However, while Owen's theory lacked a comprehensive framework and testable mechanisms to explain the selection of nested patterns in the design process and the separate evolution of vertebrate species, Darwin's theory provided a more robust and testable explanation for these phenomena. Primary objective of this article, based on existing literature, is to demonstrate how all extant organisms share a common design traceable to a universal common designer. Initially, we conduct a brief review of the evidence supporting Owen's theory and explore how his notion of a common platonic archetype may relate to human consciousness or a self-collapsing wave-function, thus synthesizing specific theories of quantum consciousness and process structuralism. Next, we delve into the rationale behind expecting a common design to manifest through the evolutionary process rather than solely through common descent. Subsequently, we propose potential reasons why a designer might utilize nested patterns in creation. We then present an extended version of the common archetype theory, followed by an updated model of species origins, elucidating how major species may have been separately designed. Furthermore, we outline a series of methods and steps for testing the model, including unique falsifiable predictions. This extended common archetype theory not only offers a fresh perspective on evolutionary processes, potentially prompting a paradigm shift, but also holds promise for reconciling perceived conflicts between science and faith.
Processes of Co-Response Crisis Mental Health Models: A Scoping Review
Authors: Eaton Andrew David , Rowe Megan , Nguyen Allannah , Lowe Leyna , Fletcher Kara , Adenwala Ammar , Sudom-Young Simone , Rackow Rebecca , Poellet Lara , McDonald Mel , McInroy Lauren B.
Published: October 2024

Objective: Police services assume the role of first responders for mental health crisis situations. Interactions between police and individuals experiencing mental health crises are insufficiently lacking in mental health support and can result in police violence or other harm to the person in crisis. Advances in mental health and police reform has produced alternative response models such as the co-response model (i.e., crisis response teams, mobile crisis, crisis outreach). A co-response model is any crisis response model that includes both police officers and trained mental health crisis responders. This scoping review synthesizes knowledge on co-response models and presents key processes that facilitate this form of alternative crisis mental health response. Method: Covidence software was used by two independent reviewers to search eleven databases with terms including “co-response,” “police partnerships,” and “crisis response team.” These reviewers screened 2690 titles and abstracts and 109 full-texts to include 76 articles. Nine independent coders employed thematic content analysis. Results: Three themes and seven sub-themes were determined as key processes of co-response. Decriminalizing mental health involves re-evaluating the role of police and reducing reliance on police in crisis mental health response. Interprofessional collaboration features partnerships between existing services, unifying strategies, and establishing multidisciplinary teams. A piloting phase permits monitoring and evaluation and highlights the diversity of co-response models. Discussion: Co-response crisis mental health models are increasingly common, heterogeneous in design and operation, and built upon existing infrastructure. Future inquiries could include trauma-informed care and the evaluation of non-police crisis mental health responses.
The broom of the system: a harmonized contextual data specification for One Health AMR pathogen genomic surveillance
Authors: Griffiths Emma , Shay Julie , Cameron Rhiannon , Barclay Charlotte , Sehar Anoosha , Dooley Damion , John Nithu Sara , Scott Andrew , Wajnberg Gabriel , Jurga Emil , Johnson Lisa , Kess Tony , Robertson James , Schonfeld Justin , Bastedo Patrick , Tang Joshua , Yin Xianhua , Rehman Attiq , Wallace Rhiannon , Conrad Cheyenne , Eagle Shannon , Cooper Ashley , Muwonge Adrian , Wee Bryan , Chindelvitch Leonid , McAllister Tim , Diara Moussa , Nash John , Topp Ed , Van Domselaar Gary , Taboada Eduardo , Tamber Sandeep , Broadbent Jordyn , Poulin-LaPrade Dominic , Smith Derek , Reid-Smith Richard , Zaheer Rahat , Laing Chad , Carrillo Catherine , Hsiao William Wei-Liang
Published: October 2024

One Health genomics initiatives often involve data streams originating from different sources, institutions, sectors, and information management systems. These are often heterogeneous datasets structured in a variety of ways, posing challenges for data harmonization, integration and meaningful interpretation. The Genomics Research and Development Initiative Shared Priority Projects for AMR (GRDI-AMR) uses a genomics-based approach to understand the prevalence and diversity of antimicrobial resistance determinants associated with food production and different environments that can impact human health, as well as how AMR can evolve, spread, and be mitigated. This work is being carried out by six different federal government departments and agencies, academic institutions, as well as agricultural and environmental networks. To facilitate harmonization of data, a modular, interoperable contextual data (metadata) specification was developed, called the GRDI-AMR One Health specification package. The package consists of an ontology-based data standard, built using semantic best practices and existing standards, and is operationalized in a data curation tool called the DataHarmonizer. This tool automates the transformation of contextual data into NCBI’s One Health Enterics BioSample format to support public data sharing. The package also includes different kinds of support materials such as field and term reference guides and a detailed curation protocol highlighting ethical, practical and privacy considerations. Tooling and vocabulary were iteratively improved through multiple rounds of real-world testing. The data standard is continually maintained and version controlled, and has been used to resolve a variety of data harmonization issues experienced throughout numerous collaborative surveillance projects. The standard also encourages the inclusion of prevalence metrics in order to make whole genome sequencing data more useful for risk assessment, and enables communication about data needs between data generators and users. While developed for Canadian surveillance, the GRDI-AMR specification has also been implemented in international harmonization efforts, demonstrating its utility for many types of One Health genomics projects. The specification package is available at (https://github.com/cidgoh/GRDI_AMR_One_Health).
Floodcraft: Game-based Interactive Learning Environment using Minecraft for Flood Mitigation and Preparedness for K-12 Education
Authors: Emiroglu Eslim , Grant Cori , Sermet Yusuf , Demir Ibrahim
Published: October 2024

Flooding poses a significant threat to communities worldwide, yet educational methods to teach flood mitigation strategies are often lacking in engagement and practical application. This study introduces Floodcraft, an open-source educational game developed using the Minecraft platform to teach K-12 students about flood preparedness and mitigation methods interactively. The game encompasses four key tasks, each representing a distinct flood mitigation strategy: building floodwalls, sandbagging, wet floodproofing, and elevating structures. Players must complete these challenges successfully, demonstrating the proper application of each approach. The game and its tasks were implemented using a combination of Minecraft modding and commands. Floodcraft aims to engage younger generations in learning about flood risks and mitigation strategies through an enjoyable, hands-on experience. By leveraging Minecraft's platform, the game promotes creativity and enjoyment in the learning process. Floodcraft contributes to the formation of resilient, environmentally conscious communities by encouraging children to participate in flood protection strategies from an early age. This innovative educational tool enables students to acquire practical knowledge about flood damage mitigation while fostering problem-solving skills and a sense of responsibility.
Distinct spatial patterns of flanker interference differentiate visual crowding from flanker compatibility effects in the Eriksen task
Authors: Papadaki Danai , Chakravarthi Ramakrishna , Andersen Søren K.
Published: October 2024

Recognising and responding to task-relevant stimuli may be hindered by nearby task-irrelevant flanker stimuli. Such effects occur both in visual crowding and in Flanker Compatibility Effects (FCE). Whereas crowding is a visual phenomenon that reflects a breakdown of object recognition in clutter, the FCE in the Eriksen flanker task is thought to be due to conflict during decision-making. In two experiments we investigated if and how these two seemingly independent phenomena are related. We employed an orientation categorisation task that allowed us to concurrently quantify crowding and FCEs. Specifically, we examined whether the spatial arrangement of stimuli affects the FCE in a similar way as in crowding. Interestingly, even when flankers were outside the crowding range, larger FCEs were observed for radially placed flankers compared to tangentially placed ones and for two compared to one flanker, corresponding to established patterns in crowding. However, inner flankers produced larger FCEs than outer flankers - the opposite of what is observed in crowding. In Experiment 2, we further investigated this reversed inner-outer asymmetry while manipulating the magnitude of crowding through varying target-flanker spacings. As expected, the outer flankers produced stronger crowding than inner ones. Crucially, the inner flankers produced a larger reaction time FCE and this inner-flanker interference was highest at the largest spacing. These findings demonstrate that the spatial layout of visual stimuli modulates conflict at both visual and decision-making stages, but the opposite patterns of the inner-outer asymmetry in the two phenomena provide a clear demarcation between the processes underlying them.
Perceptual and Conceptual Processing of Images: A Garner Interference Study Examining the Interaction between Image Format and Semantic Classification of Black-and-White, Greyscale, and Coloured Line-Drawings
Authors: Peel Hayden , Chouinard Philippe A.
Published: October 2024

We used the Garner paradigm to examine the relationship between the perceptual and conceptual aspects of an image for identification. Participants completed tasks that required them to selectively attend to semantic identity (e.g., manmade vs. natural) while ignoring image format, and vice versa, with the irrelevant dimension either held constant (baseline block) or varying simultaneously (filtering block). Experiment 1 compared black-and-white and greyscale drawings (BWvGS) and Experiment 2 compared coloured and greyscale drawings (CvGS). The former assessed the contribution of structural form cues to perception, while the latter assessed the importance of colour. Garner interference was found with accuracy (with more errors in filtering than baseline) in both the BWvGS and CvGS experiments, but this was asymmetric and limited to the semantic classification task. Participants’ selective attention to semantic identity failed when the image format varied simultaneously, indicating that conceptual processing is not independent of perceptual processing. However, in the image format task, selective attention to image format was successful despite variation in semantic identity, demonstrating that perceptual processing can occur independently of conceptual analysis. Together, these results demonstrate that the semantic classification of images is influenced by the format of the stimulus.
Challenges and Opportunities in Advancing Equity in Georgia Manufacturing
Authors: Nelson John , Olugbade Olajide , Shapira Philip , Biddle Justin
Published: October 2024

Recent economic development policy in the United States has, in a break from previous decades, identified equity as an explicit goal. However, little is known about what novel challenges and opportunities face economic development programs and practitioners in attempting to advance equity. This paper reports results from a workshop engaging 48 managers and staff working on components of the Georgia Artificial Intelligence Manufacturing Project (Georgia AIM), a $65 million equity-focused regional economic development project funded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration and the Georgia state government. Participants discussed their understandings of economic participation and equity, potential obstacles and opportunities in achieving equity, and approaches to assessing equity outcomes. Results reveal diversity in understandings of equity in the manufacturing economy. Participants agree that widespread participation in manufacturing work partly constitutes manufacturing equity, but they exhibit more divergence about social, psychological, or environmental aspects of participation and equity. Meanwhile, participants identified a wide variety of both internal and external factors which will affect whether Georgia AIM achieves its equity goals. This report illustrates several tensions which equity-focused economic development projects will have to face—between promoting all or only some sorts of manufacturing jobs; between promoting benefits from manufacturing and reducing harms from manufacturing; and between achieving and assessing impact. Participants’ grounded perspectives on negotiating these tensions can provide guidance for future economic development projects.
Comprehensive Review of Thin White Topping for Asphalt Road Enhancement
Authors: Katuwal Roshan , Khanal Satendra , Lekhak Basant
Published: October 2024

Maintaining and rehabilitating aging pavement infrastructure is a significant challenge faced by transportation agencies worldwide. Most bituminous pavements exhibit early signs of deterioration and need to be periodically maintained in order to remain strengthen. Traditional methods like bituminous overlays, while common, have limitations in terms of durability, maintenance requirements, and life cycle costs. Thin Whitetopping (TWT) emerges as a promising alternative, offering a robust, long-lasting, and ultimately more economical solution for pavement rehabilitation.
This research paper explores the advantages of TWT over bituminous overlays, delving into its superior performance characteristics, life cycle cost benefits and environmental considerations. It also discusses key design considerations and construction practices for successful TWT implementation.
Promoting Learner–Computer Interaction with Extractive Question-Answer Technologies
Authors: Collentine Joseph
Published: October 2024

Integrating AI-based technologies into virtual environments (VEs) amplifies opportunities for independent learners to generate L2 output (Zou et al., 2023). This paper outlines the integration process of Extractive Question Answering Transformers (EQATs) into VE design, aimed at enabling autonomous learners to engage in meaningful dialogue and negotiate for meaning with interactive dialogue systems. Additionally, a comprehensive client-side demonstration illustrating this integration is provided, involving the incorporation of two AI models: the Universal Sentence Encoder (USE) and Adaptive Question and Answer (AQ&A). These models are utilized to respond to learner queries based on domain-specific (i.e., task-specific) data. Finally, the paper discusses the benefits of developing such educational applications through collaborative efforts among developers, materials designers, and instructors.
Exploring Open AI in Language Teacher Professional Development
Authors: Chapelle Carol , Baghestani Shireen , Beck Jeanne , Kurt Sebnem , Kusumaningrum Widya , Kim Hwee Jean , Yin Shuhui
Published: October 2024

Open generative AI (GenAI) expands the technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) English language teachers need, but it is unclear exactly what teacher educators should teach and how to teach it. Our research explores materials for teaching TPACK in a professional development course introducing international English language teachers to ChatGPT in 2023. The materials consist of videos demonstrating how to create reading texts that meet teachers’ genre, content, and level specifications and how to use ChatGPT to assist students with their writing (e.g., through brainstorming activities and providing corrective feedback). Our team of six English language teacher-researchers, each with experience in one of six countries (China, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates) independently followed a protocol directing them to watch the two demonstrations on ChatGPT and then systematically document their interactions with ChatGPT and responses to questions about the experience. The responses are interpreted for evaluating the acceptability of the demonstration for introducing generative AI to English language teachers across a variety of contexts and for making recommendations for revisions in the professional development course to better teach the generative AI components of TPACK. The results also contribute toward building an understanding of the role of generative AI in TPACK for English language teachers across international teaching contexts.
STATISTICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF GROUNDWATER QUALITY IN THE BISKRA REGION, NORTHEASTERN ALGERIA
Authors: Nemili Zohra  , Baazi Houria  , Necer AbdeLdjabar  , Saoudi Messaoud
Published: October 2024

The main objective of this work is to characterize the groundwater quality in the Biskra region using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) on 59 samples from the most heavily exploited boreholes in the study area, more specifically those used for human consumption. The PCA results showed two axes that explain 70.8% of the information, with axis F1 summarizing 60.86% of the information and describing the parameters related to mineralization (EC, HCO3, TH, Ca+2, Mg+2, Cl-, SO4, K, Na), while axis F2 presents 9.9% of the initial information and describes a weak correlation of nitrates concerning all other parameters, which confirms its origin given the proximity of agricultural land and industrial zones for certain boreholes. To this end, continuous monitoring of water quality is mandatory, as is the implementation of treatment to reduce water quality degradation and eliminate health problems.
CORRELATIONS OF VOLITIONAL SELF-CONTROL WITH CERTAIN DIMENSIONS OF PUPIL’S PERSONALITY
Authors: Paladi Oxana  , Lungu Tatiana
Published: October 2024

In this article, the correlations of volitional self-control with certain dimensions of pupil’s personality are presented. The basic concept, volitional self-control, outlines several component scales, namely the general self-control index, self-mastery, and perseverance. Moreover, this paper highlights the premise that authors state self-control as one of the key elements that define a person's willpower. In the specialty literature, we encounter a series of references to similar concepts, such as willpower, self-control, self-regulation, but these are not sufficiently integrated to generate a comprehensive picture of willpower that addresses details regarding relationships with other processes. Thus, we considered this research appropriate to identify the relationship of volitional self-control with other dimensions of personality (anxiety, depression, loneliness, somatic complaints, self-confidence, social courage, initiation of social contacts, etc.) from the perspective of contemporary societal approaches. We mention that the present study is conducted on a sample of 304 pupils from general education institutions in the Republic of Moldova.
INTERNATIONAL LEGAL DOCUMENTS IN THE SPHERE OF ENSURING PEACE AND SECURITY IN THE DIGITAL AGE: CLASSIFICATION AND DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
Authors: Khamdamova Firuza Urazalievna
Published: October 2024

This article is devoted to the review and analysis of international legal documents in the field of ensuring international security, adopted taking into account the development of digital technologies. The author emphasizes that the rapid development of digital technologies has become an important factor determining the state of international security. The article provides the author's classification of international legal acts in the field of international security in the context of global digital transformation. Thus, the author distinguishes three groups of documents: 1) international legal acts adopted within the framework of international security law and international information law regarding information security/cybersecurity; 2) international legal acts adopted within the framework of international criminal law against cybercrime and cyberterrorism; 3) international legal acts adopted within the framework of international humanitarian law/law of armed conflict against cyber warfare and rules of warfare in cyberspace. At the same time, most of the adopted documents are non-binding, which indicates the absence of a universally recognized international consensus on issues of ensuring international security. This is due to the fact that the issue of the legal status of cyberspace has not yet been settled in international law. The article notes the role of regional organizations in developing international standards in the field of ensuring international security, especially such as the Council of Europe and the SCO. The article also touches upon issues of the prospects for developing rules for conducting cyber warfare and recognizing the legal personality of combat robots.
Redefining Chemical Practices for a Low-Carbon Future through Sustainability with Eco-Chemistry
Authors: Kundu Amit Kumar , Mondal Aniruddha , Mandal Prasenjit
Published: October 2024

The urgency to combat climate change and mitigate carbon emissions has spurred a growing fascination with low-carbon technologies spanning multiple sectors. In the field of chemistry, the emergence of Eco-Chem - a discipline centered on leveraging lowcarbon chemistry principles - stands out as a beacon of hope for realizing sustainability objectives. Eco-Chem embodies a holistic approach that integrates sustainable practices into every facet of chemical processes, aiming to minimize environmental impact while maximizing efficiency. At its essence, this paradigm shift entails reimagining chemical synthesis, production, and consumption through a lens of environmental stewardship and resource conservation. The review elucidates key strategies inherent to Eco-Chem, emphasizing the importance of green solvents, renewable feedstocks, and energy-efficient processes. By prioritizing these elements, Eco-Chem endeavours to reduce carbon footprints, minimize waste generation, and foster closed-loop systems that promote circularity and sustainability. Furthermore, the paper explores cutting-edge technologies underpinning the Eco-Chem framework, ranging from catalysis and biotechnology to materials science and process engineering. These innovative solutions showcase the versatility and adaptability of Eco-Chem principles across diverse industries, offering scalable and economically viable alternatives to traditional chemical practices. Importantly, the review underscores the transformative potential of Eco-Chem in shaping a cleaner future. By embracing this paradigm, industries can mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, enhance resource efficiency, and drive the transition toward a low-carbon economy. Moreover, the adoption of Eco-Chem principles fosters collaboration, innovation, and knowledge-sharing, propelling us closer to achieving global sustainability goals. The review paper serves as a roadmap for navigating the evolving landscape of Eco-Chem, highlighting its role as a catalyst for positive change in the realm of chemistry and beyond. By embracing Eco-Chem principles and leveraging innovative technologies, it can forge a path toward a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come.
Characterization of Sedimentation Conditions Based on Composition of Organic Matter Dispersed in Rock of an Exploration Well on the Right Bank of the Ob River in Tomsk Oblast
Authors: Krasnoyarova N. A. , Serebrennikova O. V. , Kadychagov P. B.
Published: October 2024

The composition of biomarkers of the Upper Jurassic rocks of the Vostochno-Payduginskaya exploration well of the section of the Maryanovskaya and Naunaksk formations was investigated. The conditions of organic matter (OM) sedimentation were characterized based on data on the hydrocarbon composition, namely: the distribution of normal and isoprenoid alkanes, phenanthrenes, steranes, hopanes, alicyclic and aromatic hydrocarbons. It was found out that organic matter (OM) was deposited throughout the section under study under oxidizing conditions. The sediments of the Naunaksk formation were formed in a shallow basin uncontaminated with hydrogen sulfide, while the OM of the Maryanovsk formation was formed in lacustrine environment. The presence of low concentrations of gammacerane in the Maryanovsk formation and the lower parts of the Naunaksk formation indicates weakly saline waters of the sedimentation basin during this period. The participation of higher plants in the formation of the OM composition of the Naunaksk rocks is evidenced by the high concentrations of cadalene, retene, and the presence of simonellite and C25 and C27 n-alkanes.
Change in the Rheological Characteristic Compositions with Two Gel-Forming Components
Authors: Kozhevnikov I. S. , Bogoslovsky A. V.
Published: October 2024

The results of rheological measurements of a composition with two gelling components obtained in rotational mode and oscillation mode at different temperatures are presented. The kinetics of the gel formation process was characterized and the strength of the formed structure was assessed. The gelation points and elastic modulus values of the gel were determined.
Laboratory Tests of Oil Displacement Composition Based on DES
Authors: Kozlov V. V. , Sholidodov M. R. , Altunina L. K. , Seidentsal A. R. , Stasyeva L. A. , Mustafin R. N. , Shaleva E. A.
Published: October 2024

The results of laboratory tests of an acidic oil-displacing composition based on DES are presented. The dissolving ability of the composition in relation to the carbonate reservoir rock has been established; Corrosion activity towards Cm3 steel was studied. Filtration tests have proven the high oil-displacing efficiency of the composition, due to the equalization of filtration flows, increased formation sweep and high oil-displacing ability.
Origin, Phylogeny, and Taxonomy of Lenoks of the Genus Brachymystax (Salmonidae): Available Data, Their Interpretation, and Unresolved Problems
Authors: Osinov A. G.
Published: October 2024

The reproductive and phylogenetic relationships of lenoks of the genus Brachymystax are considered based on analysis of 30 allozyme loci and two fragments (411 and 987 base pairs) of the mitochondrial DNA control region. The presence of three phylogenetic lenok groups, the blunt-snouted and sharp-snouted groups from Russia and neighboring countries and the Qinling group from China and South Korea, has been confirmed. It is assumed that the center of origin of the genus Brachymystax was Primorye and the blunt-snouted lenok from this region is closest to the ancestral form. Modern assumptions on the taxonomic status of different forms of lenok are contradictory both in the number of species (from one to five) and in their composition. The identification of two or three species in the genus Brachymystax is most reasonable. The main problems that should be solved to clarify the phylogeny and taxonomy of representatives of this genus are indicated.
Finding of the Second Canestrini’s Organ in Loach Species (Cobitidae) Characterized by a Single Lamina Circularis on the First Branched Ray of the Pectoral Fin in the Mature Males. An Atavism or an Innovation?
Authors: Vasil’eva E. D. , Shedko S. V.
Published: October 2024

We found an additional Canestrini’s organ in some males of Cobitis lutheri, C. derzhavini, and Misgurnus chipisaniensis, which normally have one lamina circularis on the first branched ray of the pectoral fin. We consider this as a manifestation of atavism. In the case of C. lutheri and C. derzhavini, this phenomenon mimics the state observed in the Bibarba lineage, and in the case of the pond loach, in the Bicanestrinia lineage. It is suggested that the primitive ancestral state for the entire Northern Clade of loaches should be considered to be the presence of two or even three laminae circularis in the pectoral fin of sexually mature males. In most lineages this state is lost, however, there probably was a phylogenetic reversion in the ancestor of the Bicanestrinia group through fixation of the atavistic state as a norm.
Distance of the Spawning Migration of Baikal Omul Coregonus migratorius (Salmonidae: Coregoninae) in the Selenga River (Lake Baikal Basin)
Authors: Bazov A. V. , Bazova N. V. , Frolova N. L.
Published: October 2024

The results of a study of the distribution of eggs of Baikal omul Coregonus migratorius in a large foothill watercourse in Siberia in 1935–2022 are presented. The distanse of omul spawning migration in the Selenga River (some of the river parameters are taken into account since 1920) depends on a certain combination of abiotic environmental factors, biological parameters of spawners, timing of entry into the river, and the number of their spawning herd. The distance of migration has a high inverse correlation with the degree of maturity of the spawners, which is expressed by the maturity index of omul females, as well as with the timing of herd entry into the river and water consumption at the beginning of migration (September). The higher the maturity of the reproductive products of spawners, the shorter the migration route, and vice versa. In addition, the maturity of spawners also determines the timing (date) of stock entry into the river: less mature individuals enter the river earlier and are distributed at spawning grounds higher upstream, while more mature individuals enter the river later and spawn downstream of the river. The distance of omul spawning migration increases during a decrease in the water flow of the Selenga River in September and, on the contrary, decreases with increase in water flow. Finally, The distance of the spawning route of omul in Selenga is determined by the size of the spawning stock: the higher the number of spawners, the more area they need for spawning and the longer their spawning route. Water temperature does not influence the length of omul spawning migration. The spawning run takes place against the background of a decrease in water temperature in the river.
Distribution and Some Aspects of Biology of Lycodes brunneofasciatus (Zoarcidae) in the Sea of Okhotsk Waters off Kamchatka in Autumn 2012 and Summer 2016
Authors: Balanov А. А. , Kurbanov Yu. K.
Published: October 2024

The first data on the distribution, habitat conditions, size composition and feeding of Lycodes brunneofasciatus (Zoarcidae) in the Sea of Okhotsk waters off the coast of Kamchatka are presented. High values of the distribution density of the species were recorded on the eastern slope of the TINRO depression and in the area north of the First Kuril Strait. The depth of atches of tawnystripe eelpout varied from 120 to 436 m, its highest relative abundance is typical for 200-300 and 401-436 m. In the study area, L. brunneofasciatus is predominantly an inhabitant of the Okhotsk intermediate water mass where it is found at a water temperature at the bottom of 0-1.8°C. This species is represented in catches by individuals with a total length of 32-72 cm. Bivalvia, Amphipoda, Gastropoda and Polychaeta prevailed in the diet of tawnystripe eelpout. In addition, Echiura was found in the stomach of one of the studied specimens with a length of 69 cm.
Exact estimates of functions in Sobolev spaces with uniform norm
Authors: Kazimirov D. D. , Sheypak I. A.
Published: October 2024

For functions from the Sobolev spaceW°∞n[0;1]and an arbitrary pointa∈(0;1), the best estimates are obtained in the inequalityf(a)≤An,0,∞(a)⋅fnL∞[041]. The connection of these estimates with the best approximations of splines of a special kind by polynomials inL10;1and with the Peano kernel is established. Exact constants of embedding the spaceW°∞n[0;1]inL∞0;1are found.
On an invariant of pure braids
Authors: Manturov V. O. , Nikonov I. M.
Published: October 2024

Using the recoupling theory, we define a representation of the pure braid group and show that it is not trivial.
On ml methods for network powered by computing infrastructure
Authors: Smeliansky R. L. , Stepanov E. P.
Published: October 2024

The paper considers the application of machine learning methods for optimal resource management for Network Powered by Computing (NPC) – a new generation computing infrastructure. The relation between the proposed computing infrastructure and the GRID concept is considered. It is shown how machine learning methods applied to computing infrastructure management make it possible to solve the problems of computing infrastructure management that did not allow the GRID concept to be fully implemented. As an example, the application of multi-agent optimization methods with reinforcement learning for network resources management is considered. It is shown that the application of multi-agent machine learning methods makes it possible to increase the speed of distribution of transport flows and ensure optimal NPC network channel load according to the criterion of uniform load distribution, and that such management of network resources is more effective than a centralized approach.
Research on the Influence of Cold End Junction Compensation on the Measurement Accuracy of Temperature Calibrators
Authors: Luo Li , Wang Yifan , Pan Mingfang , Sun Ming , Cheng Yingshu
Published: October 2024

As a widely used portable measurement and control instrument in the power system, the accuracy and reliability of temperature calibrators are of great significance for ensuring the stable operation of the power system. However, in the calibration process of temperature calibrators, different connecting methods and the selection of cold junction compensation modes will have a significant impact on the calibration results. Therefore, conducting research on laboratory calibration of temperature calibrators and exploring the impact of different cold end compensation methods on calibration results is of great significance for improving the accuracy of calibration results. This paper aims to compare and analyze the application effects of different cold end compensation methods in the calibration process of temperature calibrators, and explore their specific impact mechanism on the calibration results. Through experimental verification and data analysis of different compensation methods, a calibration method that is conducive to improving the accuracy of calibration results is proposed, providing theoretical support and practical guidance for the precise calibration of temperature calibrators.
A simulation Analysis of Grasping Motion Characteristics of Humanoid Robotic Hand Based on ADAMS
Authors: Meng Fanfang , Wang Shuaishuai , Xu Kai , Zheng Yi
Published: October 2024

The humanoid robotic hand is currently one of the hotspots in research. In order to better address the issue of smoothness in motion of humanoid robotic hands, a five-fingered humanoid robotic hand structure was designed. Models for each finger joint and the overall three-dimensional model were established. By incorporating mechanisms such as cable transmission, torsion spring reset, and limiting mechanisms between finger joints, the motion characteristics of the humanoid robotic hand were analyzed using ADAMS dynamic simulation software. The centroid displacement diagram of the humanoid robotic hand was obtained, indicating that the finger motion is reasonable. Additionally, grip force analysis of the robotic hand was conducted, yielding curves depicting the changes in grip force torque, velocity, acceleration, etc., for each finger joint. Through analysis, it was found that the trends in these changes conform to the movement patterns of the human hand, thus meeting the gripping requirements of the robotic hand.
An Offline-Online Anomaly Detection Framework Based on Multi-Scale Convolutional Neural Network for Multi-Bearing Systems
Authors: Luo Feng , Jiang Yimin , Wang Zhe , Zhu Ying , Xia Tangbin , Xi Lifeng
Published: October 2024

Anomaly detection (AD) plays a significant role in health monitoring of multi-bearing systems. Compared to AD for single bearing, AD for multi-bearing systems faces the following challenges: firstly, since the number of faulty bearings is a minority in the system, the amount of abnormally labeled data is much smaller than that of normally labeled data, leading to a more severe class imbalance issue. Secondly, a well-trained AD model using the abnormal data of bearing i needs to be able to recognize the anomaly of bearing j (i≠j) as well, thus placing a higher demand on the generalization ability of the AD model. In this regard, an offline-online framework is proposed based on sampling strategies improving multi-scale convolutional neural network (SSI-MSCNN) for AD of multi-bearing systems. Specifically, two sampling strategies are designed to overcome the severe class imbalance issue during the offline training period. The MSCNN model, whose multiple scale convolutional modules are composed not only in parallel but also in series back and forth, is constructed to extract multiple granularity features to improve generalization capability. The proposed method significantly outperforms the other three benchmark methods on the IMS bearing dataset, which verifies the effectiveness and superiority of the proposed method.
Research on the Effect of Balance Parameters to the Force-Measurement System Output Result
Authors: Lv Jinzhou , Cai Canyu , Wang Qi , Zhang Xiaoqing , Li Zhengzhou , Liu Jianxia , Wu Yingchuan
Published: October 2024

The measurement results of the force-measurement system (FMS) will be severely affected by the force balance when it is tested in the impulse combustion wind tunnels. To study this issue, the dynamics model of a 3-component FMS is established firstly. Then, 3 FMSs with different balance stiffness and 3 FMSs with different float frame stiffness are designed and the virtual calibration and modal analysis are carried out to acquire their stiffness matrices and modal parameters. Thirdly, the transient simulations of these 6 FMSs are conducted to obtain their responses. Finally, their measurement errors are analyzed before and after the inertia compensation. The mean measurement errors of these 6 FMSs are mostly lower than 0.2 % when the resonance vibration does not take place. This proves that the force balance parameters have a small influence on the mean measurement accuracy of the FMSs. In addition, the transient measurement errors show that Fx has a small relationship with the stiffness of the force balance, but Fy and Mz decrease with it. Meanwhile, the transient measurement errors also show that Fx decreases firstly, and then keeps remained with the stiffness of balance float frame, Fy keeps remained firstly, and then increases with it, and Mz keeps remained firstly, then decrease with it. Those research results will do much favor on the design of the impulse combustion wind tunnels force balance.
The Myth of the Liberal Arts vs. National Universities Divide: A Marketing Strategy
Authors: Pham Son
Published: October 2024

This manuscript critically examines the commonly held distinction between liberal arts colleges and national universities, arguing that the divide is largely a product of marketing rather than substantive educational differences. Drawing on data from leading higher education research organizations, it highlights how both institution types share similar goals in fostering critical thinking, offering interdisciplinary programs, and preparing students for diverse career paths. Through an analysis of academic structures, faculty-student interactions, and post-graduation outcomes, the manuscript underscores that the unique characteristics attributed to each institution type are often overstated for promotional purposes. The findings suggest that the decision between these institutions should be guided more by individual preferences than by assumed educational superiority.
Metadichol Induces CD14 Glycoprotein Expression in Human Embryonic Stem Cells and Fibroblasts
Authors: Raghavan Palayakotai
Published: October 2024

CD14, or cluster of differentiation 14, is a glycoprotein essential to the immune system and is found primarily on monocytes, macrophages, and other immune cells. Despite its importance, there are no examples in the literature of small compounds that can induce multifold expression of CD14 in human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) or fibroblasts. This study addresses this gap by exploring the potential of metadichol, a nanoemulsion of long-chain fatty alcohols, to induce CD14 expression in hESCs. Using quantitative real-time PCR (qRT□PCR) and Western blotting techniques, we showed that metadichol significantly upregulated CD14 expression by seventeen -fold in hESCs but downregulated it in fibroblasts. This novel finding indicates that metadichol can modulate CD14 expression in a cell type-specific manner, highlighting its potential for enhancing stem cell-based therapeutics and advancing our understanding of stem cell biology. The implications of these findings are substantial, suggesting new directions for research into the immune modulatory functions of hESCs and their potential applications in regenerative medicine. Our work highlights the potential of metadichol as a powerful tool for modulating CD14 expression in stem as well as somatic cells marking a significant step forward in the field of stem cell research and therapeutic development.