bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Editors foreword
Authors: Chetter I
Published: April 2023

Welcome to this latest bumper edition of the Journal of Vascular Societies Great Britain and Ireland (JVSGBI). It contains 11 brilliant articles and two excellent supplements! The first article is an editorial outlining the extensive but perhaps underappreciated work undertaken by the excellent vascular CRG. This is followed by three original research articles addressing CLTI and frailty; a review of vascular Ehlers Danlos syndrome which includes a novel, in depth presentation of the patient’s perspective; four research protocols and two interesting case reports. We also present the prize-winning abstracts from the recent Annual Scientific Meetings of the VSGBI and its affiliated societies. Finally we include two supplements – firstly the Scottish Physiotherapy Amputee Research Group (SPARG) guidelines regarding the management of intermittent claudication and secondly all the abstracts presented at the VSGBI ASM in Brighton in November 2022. I would like to thank the journal reviewers and editorial board who continue to provide fantastic support for which I am really grateful. Please continue to submit your articles for consideration of publication.
Using the ARCS Motivational Model to Design Interdisciplinary Virtual Reality Simulations
Authors: Stockdale Janine , Best Paul , Birch Matt , Murphy Paul , O’Neill Deirdre
Published: April 2023

During the perinatal phase many women experience suboptimal mental health. Effective care however, requires an educated and connected workforce who can provide integrated mental healthcare. Achieving interdisciplinary education related to perinatal mental health is often challenging, as professionals care for women at different points in time, in varying environments and with different focuses on what is paramount. To overcome this challenge, a motivational design model was applied in the development of immersive video-based simulations, that aimed to expose healthcare professionals to interdisciplinary care planning for women whose perinatal mental health deteriorated.

Three phases included conducting a learning needs analysis, implementing motivational tactics into the design of video-based simulations, and evaluating them for motivational and immersive impact. Students who experienced the simulations via 360° videos, flat screen and earphones versus virtual reality headsets were asked to complete a post-test measure of their level of motivation to learn and immersion into the learning experience.

The evaluation demonstrated that all students experienced an optimal motivating and immersive learning experience. No significant differences were noted in the level of motivation or perceived immersion experienced whether using the flat screen 360° videos, or the VR headsets.

Motivation and immersion are interconnected constructs that influence students’ experience of learning via simulation. Therefore, motivational design, immersive technologies, such as 360° videos and virtual reality, can equally result in optimal motivation for interdisciplinary students to learn about shared care plans and decision-making related to perinatal mental healthcare.
Indikatorrapportering för “Hållbart nyttjande av fisk- och skaldjursbestånd i kust och hav” : bedömningsåret 2022
Authors: Larsson Stefan , Orio Alessandro , Svensson Filip , Wennhage Håkan , Olsson Jens
Published: April 2023

Sedan 2018 har institutionen för akvatiska resurser (SLU Aqua), på uppdrag av Havs- och vattenmyndigheten, utformat en indikator med tillhörande för uppföljning av miljökvalitetsmålet ”Hav i balans samt levande kust och skärgård”. Indikatorn (Hållbart nyttjande av fisk- och skaldjursbestånd i kust och hav) fokuserar på en övergripande status för svenska fisk- och skaldjursbestånd längs kusterna och i haven. Bedömningen baseras på årliga analyser av enskilda fiskbestånds status i rapporten ”Fisk- och skaldjursbestånd i hav och sötvatten”, och anger om bestånden fiskas hållbart eller och ej. Bedömningar för indikatorn har utförts mellan åren 2015- 2022. I föreliggande rapport presenteras en bedömning av indikatorns status för året 2022. Eftersom bedömningarna av nationellt förvaltade fisk- och skaldjursbestånd under 2022 uppdaterats jämfört med tidigare år, innehåller denna rapport två bedömningar. Den ena utgår från den nya modifierade bedömningsmetodiken, och den andra som följer den äldre metodiken och därmed medger en jämförelse av indikatorns status över tid. Av de totalt 72 redovisade bestånden i rapporten "Fisk- och skaldjursbestånd i hav och sötvatten 2022” kunde en bedömning göras för 68 bestånd. Av dessa klassades 35 (48,6 %) som ”hållbart nyttjande”. Indikatorns status var högst i Bottenviken (62,5 % av bestånden klassades som ”hållbart nyttjande”), följt av Västerhavet (52,5 %), och Östersjön (43,5 %). Lägst andel bedömda bestånd klassade som ”hållbart nyttjande” fanns i Bottenhavet (36,4 %). En högre andel bestånd med så kallad analytisk beståndsuppskattning (MSY- konceptet) ger en högre tillförlitlighet i den sammantagna bedömningen av de bestånd som redovisas i indikatorn. Tillförlitligheten för klassningen 2022 är högst i Västerhavet där andelen bestånd bedömda enligt MSY- konceptet är 35%, följt av Östersjön (25%), Bottenhavet (17%) och Bottenviken (11%). Andelen av de totala officiella svenska kommersiella landningarna av fisk och skaldjur som indikatorn omfattar ligger över 99 %. Med utgångspunkt i den äldre metodiken har andelen hållbara bestånd sjunkit något under 2022 jämfört med 2021 (från 52,2 % 2021 till 48,6 % 2022), detta då antalet redovisade bestånd ökat från 69 till 72. I en jämförelse mellan bedömningarna baserade på den äldre och den nya modifierade bedömningsmetodiken ses endast små skillnader i indikatorns status. Antalet och andelen bestånd kategoriserade som ”hållbart nyttjande” under bedömningsåret 2022 var de samma för båda metoderna (35 st, 48,6%). Med den nya metoden kunde emellertid ett bestånd mer bedömas jämfört med den gamla metoden.
DIAGNÓSTICO DE ENFERMAGEM FALTA DE ADESÃO: BARREIRAS DE MULHERES NA REALIZAÇÃO DO TESTE DE PAPANICOLAU
Authors: Da Silva Jamile Nascimento , Dos Santos Ledymara Cunha , Bessa Maria Eliana Peixoto
Published: April 2023

Objetivo: identificar as características definidoras (CD) e os fatores relacionados (FR) do diagnóstico de enfermagem falta de adesão presentes nas publicações científicas existentes, tendo como foco a não adesão de mulheres acerca do teste de Papanicolau. Método: Revisão integrativa realizada nos meses de fevereiro e março de 2018 nas bases de dados MEDLINE, LILACS, BDENF, SCOPUS e EBSCO. Foram inclusos 8 artigos que foram lidos na integra e identificado as características definidoras (CD) e os fatores relacionados (FR) do diagnóstico de enfermagem Falta de Adesão. Os dados foram categorizados e analisados conforme literatura. Resultados: Foram identificados 3 CD (comportamento de falta de adesão; complicação relativa ao desenvolvimento e falta a compromissos agendados). Evidenciou-se 11 FR (acesso inadequado; dificuldade de relacionamento; conhecimento insuficiente; motivação insuficiente; cobertura insuficiente; barreiras financeiras; inconveniência no atendimento; habilidade de ensino insuficiente; valores espirituais incompatíveis; habilidades de comunicação ineficazes; baixa satisfação com o cuidado e outros, como medo). Conclusões: conhecer os fatores que impedem a adesão das mulheres para realização daquele exame é fundamental para desenvolver intervenções em saúde mais eficazes.
Як організаційно забезпечити омніканальність підприємству?
Authors: Гриневич Л. В. , Смотрова Д. В.
Published: April 2023

У статті розглянуто переваги омніканальності для рітейлерів, основні складності, що можуть виникнути перед українськими торговими мережами на порозі застосування омніканальності. Висвітлено переваги омніканальності для підвищення конкурентоспроможності та забезпечення ефективної діяльності. Встановлено, що план маркетингової стратегії торговельної мережі починається з визначення стратегічних орієнтирів у всіх функціональних сферах бізнесу, потім йде вибір стратегії в залежності від факторів, які впливають на діяльність торгової мережі, аналіз ресурсної бази та різні стадії життєвого циклу підприємства. Одним із важливих завдань на етапі впровадження маркетингової стратегії у торговій мережі є визначення типу позиціонування, а щодо довгострокового планування – визначення пріоритетного каналу збуту. Розглянуто варіант омніканальності як оптимальний, оскільки враховує індивідуальні особливості торговельного підприємства та клієнтів.
Rights in Review: The Supreme Court in 2014
Authors:   Centre for Law and Policy Research, Krishnaswamy Sudhir , Ravi Aparna , Kothari Jayna , Iyengar Varsha
Published: April 2023

Rights in Review is a CLPR publication which analyses 15 key judgements ruled by the Supreme Court in 2014. This publication is aimed at acquainting the reader with various aspects of fundamental rights protection and the relevance and impact of the decisions in public life. The focus among the decisions in 2014 was the introduction of several procedural safeguards regarding death penalty review and mercy petitions by the Court. Apart from this, the Court also ruled on the issue of state regulation of religious and traditional practices and highlighted the secular freedom to adopt.
Rights in Review: The Supreme Court in 2016
Authors:   Centre for Law and Policy Research, Krishnaswamy Sudhir , Kothari Jayna , Prasoon Satya , Tallur Ashwini
Published: April 2023

“Rights in Review″ is an annual review of Indian Supreme Court decisions on constitutional fundamental rights cases in the year past. In 2016 we surveyed all reported decisions of the Supreme Court adjudicating fundamental rights challenges from January 2016 to December, 2016. Once again we selected cases which extend or modify existing legal doctrine, apply the law to new factual circumstances or otherwise have a significant impact on public policy or public affairs.
An Analysis of the Emerging Market and Future Trends of Smart Wearable in Indian Fitness Periphery
Authors:   (Center for Management studies, Jain University, Bengaluru, India), Tiwari Dr. Richa
Published: April 2023

This is a study to find the growth potential in the smart fitness wearables market and understanding about the consumer’s perception for the same. Fitness trackers have become extremely popular and accessible to the general public. The global fitness tracker market was valued at USD 36.34 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.4% between 2021 and 2028, from USD 36.34 billion in 2020 to USD 114.36 billion in 2028. According to our calculations, the global market will grow by 19.5% in 2020. COVID-19 has had an unprecedented and staggering global impact, with fitness trackers experiencing a positive demand shock across all regions as a result of the pandemic. The decrease in CAGR is due to this market's demand and growth, which will return to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over. We went with a descriptive research type because, the objective of research is to explore the characteristics of various aspects, such as the market potential for a product or the demographics and attitudes of consumers who buy the product which will help us better understand the future of the industry. The sampling technique adopted was simple random sampling, which helped gather and analyse 125 certified respondents, which helped us getting to the conclusion that the industry will grow rapidly, given the manufacturers integrate more advanced features and focus towards increasing its accuracy making it more reliable and try to make it more affordable within Rs. 4,000. Keywords Smart wearables; Fitness tracking; Technology adoption
Design of Microstrip Antennas Array for Wireless Applications by Using HFSS
Authors:   Dept. of ECE, Aditya Institute of Technology and Management (A)-Tekkali, AP, Swathi, J
Published: April 2023

The modern wireless communication desires high gain, wide bandwidth and minimal size antennas that are efficient to provide improved performance over a wide range of frequency spectrum. This requirement leads to the design of microstrip patch antenna. This paper presents the design of compact 1X2 microstrip patch antenna array which uses the corporate feed technique for excitation. The proposed antenna is designed on FR-4 substrate with dielectric constant 4.4 and thickness 1.6mm. Dielectric constant and parameters like Return Loss, Gain and Radiation pattern are calculated using high frequency simulation software. The fabricated antennas results are to be compared with Simulation results. The antenna has been designed for the range 2.4 GHz. Keywords: Microstrip antenna, corporate feed, FR-4 substrate, Microstrip antenna array
Evolution of Shopping – Bricks and Mortars to Online Shopping
Authors:   Center for Management Studies, Jain Deemed-to-be Universities, D Baisakhi , CG Accamma
Published: April 2023

This study looks at how shopping has changed through time, from traditional brick and mortar establishments to the development of e-commerce. It investigates how customer behavior shifts and technical advancements have affected the retail sector. This study examines changes in customer preferences, purchasing habits, and the creation of new shopping platforms using primary and secondary data sources. Additionally, it looks at the difficulties and chances that the retail sector will face as it tries to adjust to an era of quick technological development. In general, this study sheds light on the future of shopping and its potential effects on businesses, shoppers, and the whole economy.
ACCIDENT DETECTION SENSOR
Authors:   Center for Management Studies, Jain Deemed-to-be Universities, D Baisakhi , CG Accamma
Published: April 2023

The accidents and the accident injuries in the world is increasing in our day today life so there must be good and efficfient control for the safety of human life violation of traffic rules drunk driving, careless driving are some causes of road accidents as we know we cannot stop the accidents but we can reduce the accidents by some precautionary measures. Road accidents are the most unwanted thing to happen to a road user, though they happen quite often. The most unfortunate thing is that we don’t learn from our mistakes on the road. Most of the road users are quite well aware of the general rules and safety measures while using roads but it is only the laxity on part of road users, which causes accidents and crashes.
Detection of Phishing Websites Based on Extreme Machine Learning
Authors:   Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Sanketika vidya parisad engineering College  Visakhapatnam,AndraPradesh, India., lakshmi Mrs.G..Vijaya
Published: April 2023

Phishing sites which expects to take the victims confidential data by diverting them to surf a fake website page that resembles a honest to goodness one is another type of criminal acts through the internet and its one of the especially concerns toward numerous areas including e-managing an account and retailing. Phishing site detection is truly an unpredictable and element issue including numerous components and criteria that are not stable. On account of the last and in addition ambiguities in arranging sites because of the intelligent procedures programmers are utilizing, some keen proactive strategies can be helpful and powerful tools can be utilized, for example, fuzzy, neural system and data mining methods can be a successful mechanism in distinguishing phishing sites. Keyword: - Extreme Learning Machine, Features Classification, Information Security, Phishing.
David Lynch Sinemasında Kristal İmajın İzini Sürmek
Authors: CANTAŞ Azime
Published: April 2023

David Lynch filmlerinin analizleri, çeşitli bakış açılarından yola çıkarak oldukça fazla ele alınmıştır. Lynch’in sinemasının rüya benzeri görüntülerin baskınlığı yoluyla gerçeklik kavramlarını istikrarsızlaştırma eğilimi göz önüne alındığında, psikanalitik yönelimli eleştirmenler bu filmleri bilinçdışı arzu ve fantezi süreçlerinin savunucuları olarak görmüşlerdir. Feminist eleştirmenler, onun filmlerinde gördükleri tartışmalı toplumsal cinsiyet dinamiklerine, yani erkek Ödipal sadist dürtülerinin hedefi olarak kadın bedenine sorunlu yaklaşımlarına odaklanmışlardır. Bir başka yaygın eleştirel eğilim, Lynch’in sinemasını postmodernist ironinin bir gösterisi ve Amerikan kültürünün pastiş benzeri bir yorumu olarak görmektedir. Söz konusu eleştirel yaklaşımlardan farklı olarak bu çalışmada, Lynch filmlerindeki duygulanımsal olayların gücüne işaret edilmekte ve Gilles Deleuze’ün kristal imaj teorisi bağlamında felsefi bir değerlendirme yapılmaktadır. Bu doğrultuda Deleuze’ün sinema kitapları boyunca tartıştığı sinematik felsefenin imkânları ve imaj göstergelerine başvurulmuştur. Lynch, sinemasal ontolojiyi ve bilinçdışının ontolojisini temsilden ziyade duygulanım açısından yeniden yapılandırmaktadır. Onun filmleri, virtüelin kendisini aktüel olanın olgusallığından kopardığı ve kendi duygulanım gücü sayesinde kendisi için geçerli olmaya başladığı sürecin izini sürmektedir. Bu çalışmada, Lynch’in filmlerinden, Lost Highway (1997), Mulholland Drive (2001) ve daha az ölçüde Blue Velvet (1986); bilişsel, temsili veya ahlaki kesinlikler üzerinde duygusal-performatif yoğunluklara öncelik veren örnekler olarak ele alınmıştır. Bu filmlerde, temsilin kısıtlamalarından kurtulmuş bir üretici güç olarak radikal bir bilinçdışı nosyonu tespit edilmiştir.
Thermal performance analysis of a large scale water pit heat storage
Authors: Gao Meng , Fan Jianhua , Furbo Simon , Wang Dengjia , Liu Yanfeng
Published: April 2023

Solar thermal application is an effective approach to achieve carbon neutrality. The large scale water pit heat storage (PTES) is a key component to ensure the stability of large-scale solar thermal plants. Based on the model of type 1535-1301, this paper performs a 2D simulation investigation of the long-term thermal performance of PTES using Trnsys. The accuracy of this model was verified by comparison with measured data from the solar plant in Dronninglund, Denmark. The results show that the average error between the model and the actual measurements is only 3%. In addition, it can be found that the PTES average temperature decreases from 24°C to 12°C before the 80th day due to heat losses. During the charging period from the 80th to 250th days, the PTES average temperature increases to 68°C. In which the PTES formed a temperature stratification with 80°C at the top and 40°C at the bottom. The sloping soil temperature boundary expands and shows a non-uniform stratification of 70-10°C with 10m thickness. The average temperature of the PTES gradually decreases to 16°C during the discharge period after the 250th day. The actual charging and discharging energy are 11,868 MWh and 11,250 MWh per year, respectively, and the total heat loss is 1,157 MWh. The storage efficiency is as high as 90.1% because PTES is used for both long-term and short-term energy storage. This paper reveals the dynamic thermal process of PTES throughout the year to provide a reference for designers.
The Zadik labiomatrixectomy
Authors: Edwards Steven , Cook Leah
Published: April 2023

The Zadik labiomatrixectomy is a permanent solution for chronic nail pathology in the medically compromised patient. A 63-year-old male builder was referred for the surgical correction of his chronically symptomatic onychauxic hallucal toenail that had been resistant to conservative care. A Zadik labiomatrixectomy procedure was performed under local anaesthetic to physically remove the nail germinal matrix in toto. The Zadik labiomatrixectomy provides a safe and effective solution to chronic nail pathology in the medically compromised patient.
A case series comparing ankle motion during functional activities between syndesmotic screw or suture-button fixation methods for distal tibiofibular syndesmosis instability
Authors: Robbins Shawn , Tyrpenou Evangelos , Choi Brian , Sreerangan Pooja , Antoniou John
Published: April 2023

Distal tibiofibular syndesmosis injuries can be stabilized with syndesmotic screws or suture-buttons. The objective was to compare ankle motion during gait and a step-down task between patients that had syndesmotic screw or suture-button fixation and healthy adults. This case series included two participants who received a syndesmotic screw and two participants that received a suture-button to fixate the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis. Time from surgery was 2 to 5 years. Ankle angles were measured during gait and a step-down task using an optical motion capture system and force plates. Peak angles and angle waveforms were compared to healthy adults (gait n=56, step-down n=14) using descriptive statistics. There was decreased ankle plantarflexion during gait for one participant that had a syndesmotic screw and one participant that had a suture-button compared to healthy adults. During step-down, there was decreased ankle dorsiflexion in three participants (1 suture-button, 2 syndesmotic screw) and decreased ankle eversion for both participants that had syndesmotic screws. There was no clear pattern of which surgical technique resulted in improved ankle motion. Other factors likely played a role in limiting ankle motion such as injury severity. Future studies should further compare ankle motion during functional activities between these surgical techniques in larger samples.
Performance of the Nutri-Score and Warning Labels in Identifying the Healthier Product
Authors: Orzuna Flores Isaac , López Pérez Rafael
Published: April 2023

Different types of Front-of-Package (FOP) have been designed around the world to help consumers assess the healthiness of foods and promote healthier options. An online study was conducted with Mexican and Spanish consumers to compare the current Mexican warning labeling system and the European Nutri-Score, which has been adopted by Spain and other European countries. 156 participants were asked to choose between 30 pairwise comparisons. When employing the British FSA/Ofcom nutrient profile score to measure product healthiness, the Warning Label System provided the most accurate results in determining the healthier of two yogurt brands in comparison to the Nutri-Score and the control condition.
El futuro de los perfilados psicográficos: el caso de los behavioral investor types.
Authors: Valero Diego , Camiña Gonzalo , Coello Pablo , Moreno López Manuel
Published: April 2023

La necesidad en la actualidad de análisis precisos y personalizados a los intereses de los clientes ha puesto los perfilados psicográficos en el centro de atención. Los perfilados de los inversores permiten diseñar planes de inversión acordes a las diferentes características psicológicas del inversor. Esta investigación tiene como objetivo tanto, en un primer lugar, tratar los tipos más relevantes de perfilados existentes como, en un segundo lugar, resaltar la importancia de la recogida de los datos del perfilado y analizar las deficiencias que hoy en día tiene este proceso. El proceso de recogida de datos es esencial para la interpretación y posterior categorización de los clientes en los perfilados psicográficos del modelo. La presente es una investigación aplicada, explicativa y mayormente cualitativa que añade la identificación de los posibles errores en los resultados de perfilados obtenidos, provocados por la aplicación de test estandarizados de respuesta múltiple. Los test de respuesta múltiple pueden incitar comportamientos de satisficing que, en último término, provoquen un mal perfilado psicográfico. La introducción de la gamificación y de técnicas de análisis de la calidad de datos modernas (con índices que midan la consistencia y preguntas de control que permitan descartar respuestas no satisfactorias) en el proceso permitirían mitigar los comportamientos de satisficing y, por tanto, una recogida de datos más certera que derivaría en un mejor perfilado y una mayor satisfacción.
Una aplicación de un juego económico conductual sobre el salario de reserva en México
Authors: Meraz Martínez Zurisadai , Amarillas Urbina Víctor Acxel , Juárez López Berenice
Published: April 2023

El presente trabajo de investigación aplica la negociación de Nash al mercado laboral mexicano, buscando que el equilibrio de este juego aproxime al salario de reserva de los individuos, el cual consiste en el mínimo salario al cual las personas están dispuestas a aceptar una oferta de trabajo. Se desarrolló una prueba piloto de un experimento económico en estudiantes pertenecientes a una institución educativa y se analizaron los determinantes encontrados sobre el salario de reserva en base a la aplicación de la teoría de juegos conductual. Finalmente, se expone el impacto de las decisiones en las estrategias jugadas y los contrastes en los equilibrios encontrados.
Safety of horizontal curves on rural two-lane roads in Norway
Authors: Elvik Rune , Strandvik Haugvik Espen
Published: April 2023

Horizontal curves are found on all roads. The relationship between the characteristics of horizontal curves and the number of accidents is complex and no previous study has included all factors that are potentially influential for accidents. This paper presents a study of 63 969 horizontal curves on rural two-lane roads in Norway. Accident prediction models including more characteristics of horizontal curves than used in any previous study were developed. Most of the characteristics were found to be related to the number of accidents. Most coefficients were consistent with those found in previous studies, but some findings were surprising. Compound curves, which are curves in which radius varies throughout the curve, were found to be safer than circular or nearly circular curves. A steeper slope of a vertical grade before a curve is associated with fewer accidents.
Using Statistics for Market Analysis Forecasting
Authors: Ouanhlee Thanakit
Published: April 2023

Market analysis is a crucial aspect for any organization, business, or company because it provides a ground for decision making. Poor market analysis leads to poor decisions. On the other hand, using quality data to conduct market analysis can provide significant grounds for informed decisions. Business sectors require a clear view of future trends regarding the performance of their products, sales, stocks, employees, and customers, among others. However, defining patterns is possible only through statistical techniques of forecasting. In essence, the knowledge of market analysis forecasting using statistical tools is imperative. This article aims at providing a summary of market forecasting techniques, highlighting their interesting discoveries, and outlining some practical applications in real life. The summary covers regression analysis, handling of special events, identification of seasonality, Holt–Winters method, and forecasting for new products. Regarding regression analysis, it was found that data cleaning is an important aspect of this analysis before the actual forecasting. The data must be tested to meet the reliability and validity criteria to ensure quality data are used for forecasting. The interesting discovery with regard to handling special events was that some special events have great ripple effects, which an organization needs to plan for. Furthermore, when doing an analysis of data, it is essential to take into account the effects of seasonality. It was also ascertained that the accuracy of the Holt–Winters method is associated with its use of smoother curve, which allows a researcher to smooth time series data to make predictions. The article further illustrates that the Bass diffusion model provides more accurate forecasts than logistics and Gompertz models givens its ability to put into consideration the external and internal influence when forecasting sales of new products. One of the applications of this study is that regression models can be used in studying the effectiveness of advertisement platforms during a product marketing campaign. Sales companies can apply seasonality forecasting to understand the influence of different seasons on their products. Moreover, the data on customers’ expenditure patterns can be used to forecast special events to aid in proper planning. Therefore, any business, firm, industry, or country can use forecasting to predict different components of a market.
Klimabedingte Stressreaktionen in unseren Wäldern - ein drohnengestütztes Frühwarnsystem
Authors: D'Odorico Petra
Published: April 2023

Die Waldbewirtschaftung kann bei der Entwicklung wirtschaftlich tragfähiger Strategien zur Milderung der Auswirkungen durch den Klimawandel eine wichtige Rolle spielen. Dazu müssen unter anderem Waldmonitoring-Kapazitäten ausgebaut und neue Technologien eingesetzt werden, die es ermöglichen, effizient, flächendeckend und frühzeitig Anzeichen von Stress zu erfassen. In diesem Beitrag zeigen wir das Potenzial von hochauflösenden multispektralen Drohnendaten für die Früherkennung und Kartierung von Trockenstressreaktionen im Rahmen des WSL-Langzeit-Bewässerungsexperiments Pfynwald auf. Dieser Ansatz könnte es in Zukunft Förstern ermöglichen, gefährdete Waldgebiete schon vor dem Auftreten von sichtbaren Symptomen wie Kronenverlichtung und -verfärbung zu ermitteln und die Anpassungsfähigkeit von lokalen und neuen Herkünften und Arten zu prüfen.
Drohneneinsatz als neue Planungsgrundlage für den Lawinen-­ und Verwehungsverbau
Authors: Feuerstein Gian Cla , Margreth Stefan , Burkard André
Published: April 2023

Die räumliche Verteilung der Schneehöhen ist ein zentraler Parameter für die Planung von Lawinenschutzmassnahmen und Verwehungsverbauungen sowie für die Beurteilung derer Wirksamkeit. Bisher konnte die Schneehöhe nur punktuell oder bestenfalls entlang einer Linie (Transekt) gemessen und analysiert werden. Der Einsatz von Drohnen ermöglicht die Schneeverteilung über die Fläche zu ermitteln. Diese präzisen Schneehöhenkarten ermöglichen nicht nur die optimale Planung von neuen Anlagen, sondern auch deren Wirkungskontrolle. Weiter dienen sie dem Erkenntnisgewinn und dem Verständnis von bislang nicht geklärten Prozesszusammenhängen und Schadenbildern an bestehenden Anlagen.
Fotogrammetrische Schneehöhenkartierung aus Drohnen-, Flugzeug­- und Satellitenbildern
Authors: Bühler Yves , Stoffel Andreas , Eberhard Lucie , Bührle Leon
Published: April 2023

Die räumliche Variabilität der Schneedecke im Gebirge wird durch eine komplexe Kombination topographischer und meteorologischer Faktoren beeinflusst. Innerhalb weniger Meter Distanz finden sich schneefreie Stellen, aber auch Mulden mit Schneehöhen von mehreren Metern. Dies hat grosse Auswirkungen auf die Lawinengefahr, die Wasserspeicherkapazität der Schneedecke sowie Flora und Fauna im Gebirge. Meist wird die Schneehöhe im Gebirge mit Punktmessungen an Wetterstationen oder von Hand erfasst. Allerdings können solche Messungen nur ein unvollständiges Bild der tatsächlichen Schneeverteilung zeichnen. Mit neuen Fernerkundungsplattformen wie Drohnen, Flugzeugen oder optischen Satelliten können photogrammetrisch sehr präzise Oberflächenmodelle erstellt werden. Subtrahiert man ein Oberflächenmodell ohne Schneebedeckung von einem Oberflächenmodell mit Schneebedeckung, erhält man eine räumlich zusammenhängende Kartierung der Schneehöhenverteilung. Am SLF werden seit 2010 solche präzisen Schneehöhenkarten erstellt. Diese erweisen sich als wichtige Grundlage für zahlreiche Anwendungen.
The effect of field agricultural extension roles on the capacity level of rice farmers in Pesawaran Regency, Lampung, Indonesia
Authors: Listiana Indah , Rangga Kordiyana K , Agustina Ayu , Nurmayasari Indah , Jimad Habibullah , Ariyanto Dafit
Published: April 2023

This study explores the effect of field agricultural extension on rice farmers’ capacity levels and the factors that influence farmers' capacity. This research was conducted in Negeri Katon District in October-November 2021. The respondents were 62 heads of farmer groups in the district. This study used a survey method with a quantitative descriptive approach. The results showed that the effect of field agricultural extension on farmers’ capacity levels could be categorized as moderate, and the overall level of farmer capacity could be classified in the medium category. This is an interesting finding considering the daily activities of farmers consist of farming but their capacity is not yet high. This finding shows that farmers still need agricultural extension agents (AEAs) but the number of AEAs is still limited, meaning that extension activities do not run optimally. The factors that influence the level of farmer capacity are age, level of formal education, length of farming experience, land size, number of dependents, and the role of AEAs. The number and role of AEAs affect the capacity of extension workers; therefore, the number of AEAs must be increased.
Türkiye’de Yabancı Uyruklu Öğrenciler Üzerine Yapılan Araştırmaların İncelenmesi: Bir İçerik Analizi
Authors: ŞAYAK Hatice , KARATAŞ Kasım , YILMAZ Emre
Published: April 2023

Bu çalışmada Türkiye’de yabancı uyruklu öğrencilerle ilgili yapılan makaleler ile yüksek lisans ve doktora tezlerinin incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Yabancı uyruklu öğrenciler üzerine yapılan 2011-2021 yılları arasında ULAKBİM veri tabanında bulunan ve tam metin olarak ulaşılabilen makaleler ile Yükseköğretim Kurulu Ulusal Tez Merkezi’nde bulunan yüksek lisans ve doktora tezleri doküman analizi yöntemiyle incelenmiştir. Çalışmada veri toplama aracı olarak ‘Yayın Sınıflama Formu’ndan yararlanılmıştır. Elde edilen bulgulara göre, Türkiye’de yabancı uyruklu öğrenciler üzerine yapılan çalışmaların yıldan yıla arttığı görülmüştür. Bununla birlikte yabancı uyruklu öğrencilerin konu edinildiği çalışmalarda genellikle ‘nitel’ araştırma yöntemleri benimsenmiş ve veri toplama yöntemi olarak da ‘görüşme’ kullanılmıştır. Sonuç olarak, yabancı uyruklu öğrenciler üzerine yapılacak araştırmalar güncelliğini korumaktadır. Bu bağlamda konu ile ilgili yapılacak araştırmaların, yöntemlerinin ve veri toplama araçlarının çeşitlendirilmesi gerekmektedir.
Küçük Çocukların Duygu Düzenleme Stratejilerinin Öğrenmede Öz Düzenleme Üzerindeki Yordayıcı Etkilerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: GÜLAY OGELMAN Hülya , KAHVECİ Döne
Published: April 2023

Araştırmanın amacı, küçük çocukların duygu düzenleme stratejilerinin öğrenmede öz düzenleme üzerindeki yordayıcı etkilerinin incelenmesidir. Araştırmanın örneklem grubunda, Güneydoğu Anadolu Bölgesi’ndeki bir büyükşehirde Milli Eğitim Bakanlığına bağlı ilkokulların anasınıflarına devam eden 5-6 yaş grubundan 60 çocuk (31 kız (%51.7), 29 erkek (%48.3)) yer almaktadır. Araştırmada Kişisel Bilgi Formu, Duygu Düzenleme Stratejileri Ölçeği, Bağımsız Öğrenme Davranışları olmak üzere üç ölçme aracı bulunmaktadır. Veriler, SPSS 20.0 istatistik paket programında analiz edilmiştir. Normal dağılan veriler için parametrik tekniklerden Pearson Momentler Çarpımı Korelasyon Katsayısı ve Basit Doğrusal Regresyon Analiz, normal dağılmayan veriler için parametrik olmayan tekniklerinden Spearman korelasyon analizi tekniğinden yararlanılmıştır. Araştırmanın sonuçlarına göre küçük çocukların duygu düzenleme stratejileri algısı ile öğrenmede öz düzenleme arasında olumlu yönde, ilişki olduğu belirlenmiştir. Duygu düzenleme stratejileri algısı, öğrenmede öz düzenlemeyi anlamlı biçimde yordamaktadır. Bu sonuca göre duygu düzenleme stratejileri algısı arttıkça öğrenmede öz düzenleme düzeyi artmakta; duygu düzenleme stratejileri algısı azaldıkça öğrenmede öz düzenleme düzeyi azalmaktadır. Küçük çocukların toplam duygu düzenleme stratejileri ile öğrenmede öz düzenleme arasında olumlu yönde ilişki olduğu belirlenmiştir. Bu sonuç doğrultusunda, toplam duygu düzenleme stratejileri arttıkça öğrenmede öz düzenleme düzeyi artmakta; toplam duygu düzenleme stratejileri azaldıkça öğrenmede öz düzenleme düzeyi azalmaktadır. Toplam duygu düzenleme stratejileri öğrenmede öz düzenlemeyi anlamlı biçimde yordamaktadır. Küçük çocukların duygu düzenleme stratejileri üretme ile öğrenmede öz düzenleme arasında anlamlı bir ilişki olmadığı belirlenmiştir.
Konceptualna zasnova sistema za katalogizacijo na osnovi IFLA Library Reference Model (LRM)
Authors: Pauman Budanović Mihela , Žumer Maja
Published: April 2023

Namen: Namen raziskave je bil zasnova prototipnega katalogizacijskega sistema, ki omogoča lažji vnos bibliografskih podatkov, temelji na prednostih modela IFLA LRM in sledi miselnemu procesu katalogizatorjev. Metodologija/pristop: Pred konceptualno zasnovo novega katalogizacijskega sistema smo za celovito razumevanje miselnih procesov katalogizatorjev v različnih kontekstih izvedli pet kvalitativnih raziskav. V raziskavah, opravljenih med majem 2014 in majem 2019, je sodelovalo 119 slovenskih katalogizatorjev iz 11 knjižnic. Za zbiranje podatkov so bili uporabljeni različni metodološki pristopi, kot so: opazovanje, glasno razmišljanje, snemanje zaslona, izdelava miselnih vzorcev, fokusna skupina in metoda »čarovnik iz Oza«. Rezultati: Predlagani prototip predstavlja možen pristop za bolj učinkovit vnos bibliografskih podatkov in proces katalogizacije, ki prinaša manj podvojenega dela in ponavljanja ter prikazuje, kako bi lahko na LRM osnovan katalogizacijski modul izboljšal obstoječ proces katalogizacije. Omejitve raziskave: Raziskava je bila omejena le na leposlovje in opisno katalogizacijo. Prav tako je bil implementiran le osnovni nabor entitet LRM. Izvirnost/uporabnost raziskave: Naša raziskava bi lahko služila kot osnova za razvoj programske opreme COBISS/Katalogizacija, ko bomo v Sloveniji prešli na novo katalogizacijsko paradigmo. Prototip bi lahko uporabili tudi kot ilustrativno orodje za usposabljanje in seznanjanje katalogizatorjev z modelom LRM.
The relationship of dynamic body balance with locomotor ability and endurance of core muscles in children with down syndrome
Authors: Anugrah Tama , Sumaryanti Sumaryanti , Simatupang Nurhayati , Sutapa Panggung , Ambardini Rachmah Laksmi , Nugroho Sigit
Published: April 2023

Introduction: The scarcity of research results related to the relationship of dynamic body balance with locomotor ability and core muscle endurance makes it difficult to compile a physical exercise program for children with Down syndrome, even though the preparation of the form and duration of exercises that adjust the level of dynamic body balance will minimize the occurrence of more severe injuries and musculoskeletal problems. This study aims to find out, prove, and examine the relationship between dynamic body balance and locomotor ability, and core muscle endurance in children with Down syndrome. Material and Methods: This study included 30 children with Down syndrome who were chosen using a purposive sampling technique. All samples followed the research procedure by measuring dynamic body balance using a functional reach test, assessing locomotor ability with a test of gross motor development (2nd edition), and measuring core muscle endurance using a plank test. The statistical analysis technique uses the Pearson correlation test at a significance level of α = 0.05, which is carried out in SPSS software version 22. Results: There is a significant positive relationship between dynamic body balance and locomotor ability with a significance value of 0.000 (Sig. < 0.05) and a positive Pearson correlation value of 0.821. In addition, there was a positive significant relationship between dynamic body balance and the endurance of the core muscles of the children with Down syndrome at a significance level set at 0.000 (Sig. < 0.05) and a positive Pearson correlation of 0.710. Conclusions: The dynamic body balance of children with Down syndrome is significantly positively related to locomotor abilities at a perfect level and the endurance of the core muscles at a strong level.
Menstrual dignity project: Guaranteeing access to menstrual health to the community of the São Carlos do Jamari district, Rondônia
Authors: Souza Bruno Gabriel Rodrigues , Sodré Hávila Pacífico , Silva Maria Antônia Zeri de Sousa , Moura Nínive Andreia Garcia
Published: April 2023

Menstruation is a physiological and cyclical process that occurs during the woman's reproductive period and results in endometrial shedding and bleeding. It is a natural process of the female organism and can represent a social and public health problem when a portion of women do not have access to hygiene products necessary to control menstrual flow, such as a simple intimate absorbent. Menstrual poverty reflects, among other reasons, the lack of financial resources that make it difficult to acquire these products as well as the lack of information about the menstrual cycle. The negligence of the State, in providing resources or the free distribution of these items, encourages voluntary social projects, such as the one carried out by students from the Pharmacy course at the São Lucas University Center. On the occasion, intimate pads were distributed to women from the riverine community located in the São Carlos do Jamari district.
The Effects of Marital Dissolution on Early Adolescents’ Psychosocial Well-being in Tanzania
Authors: Mauki Chris
Published: April 2023

Marriage dissolution been a problem of global concern. In Tanzania, marriage-related separations have been reported to exceed legal divorce rate, and the majority of early adolescents in these broken families often become victims. This study explored the potential effects of marital dissolution on early adolescents’ psychosocial well-being. This qualitative study employed the instrumental case study design, and involved 12 early adolescents, 12 parents, and 6 caregivers. The findings show that early adolescents from broken families are mainly affected in their psychosocial well-being. These effects appear to be short or long term. A strong sense of experiencing negative effects from parental marital dissolutions was communicated by adolescents compared with those who reported experiencing positive effects. It is concluded that the scope of understanding the effects of marital dissolution on children is very broad and entails various characteristics, this is because of the fact that, the effects on children are mainly negative and they cut across children’s whole life, especially in their psychosocial well-being. These effects are not discrete but interrelated and cyclic. There is a need therefore to preserve and promote the welfare of marriages to allow each child live and thrive with the two parents under one roof.
Decline of Trade Union Collective Action in the Epoch of Neo-Liberal Globalisation: The Experience of Tanzania Teachers’ Union
Authors: Mndeme Omary
Published: April 2023

Trade unions (TUs) in Tanganyika (later Tanzania) were relatively vibrant during the colonial period despite the ruthlessness of the colonial government. However, such vibrancy declined after independence despite the re-introduction of pluralist politics in the 1990s, which was expected to open more space for civil society organisations. Basing on Tanzania Teachers’ Union (TTU), this paper seeks to shed light on the factors for the decline of TUs’ collective action in the country. It explores the main benchmarks of the TTU evolution. Further, this paper analyses the factors that contributed to the decline of the trade union’s collective action in Tanzania. Moreover, the paper recommends how TTUs can reform and act strategically. This paper is informed and guided by the Gramscian hegemony and counter-hegemony discourses. The study, adopted qualitative methods of data collection/generation particularly interviews, focus group discussion and documentary review. The study has shown that TTU lower-level organisations lack autonomy from the employer, thus unable to effectively mobilise members for collective action. Yet, the existing labour regimes derail TUs’ activism. The study recommends that TUs, including TTU, need to strive for labour law reforms, which among other things, will allow for their independent organisations and autonomy from government bureaucracy.
SPA THERAPY: A GERIATRIC PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Kocyigit Burhan Fatih
Published: April 2023

Spa therapy refers to the preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative use of thermo mineral waters, mud/peloid compresses, and natural gases. Applications are administered in sessions, and treatment regimens are determined in detail. Various modalities, such as exercise interventions, massage, phytotherapy, relaxation techniques, psychotherapy, nutrition, and electrotherapy, can be incorporated into the treatment process. Spa therapy has been effectively used to manage various diseases in many European countries, Japan, and Israel. Due to its natural structure, the difficulties in using drugs that frequently have side effects, and the limitations of many contemporary therapeutic alternatives, it is still a choice for treating a number of chronic conditions, especially rheumatic disorders. Furthermore, the global population is getting older. Considering the comorbidities, organ dysfunctions, and multiple drug use of elderly individuals, non-pharmacological treatment methods such as spa therapy have become more prominent. Spa therapy has been shown to be effective in treating osteoarthritis, balance problems, and chronic pain in older adults. Additionally, it might be chosen for managing psychiatric conditions and mood changes. Alterations in telomere lengths, reduced pain levels, increased cortisol concentrations, and an overall anti-inflammatory influence may mediate spa therapy’s anti-aging effect. Although opinions and assumptions support its anti-aging properties, more research is needed to prove its biological effects.
Stress and Coping Strategies among Police Personnel
Authors: Thakur Anchal , Thakur Aakriti , Mehta Piyush , Dhiman Rahul
Published: April 2023

Stress affects everyone in some manner; for some individuals, it helps them achieve their goals, while for others, it does them harm. As a result, stress is inescapable for everyone at some point in their lives. Today, an organization's primary priority is managing its employees' stress levels in order to run its business effectively. The majority of service industries are focused on people. Working as a cop has long been regarded as one of the most demanding occupations. The police personnel are one of the few professionals where people are expected to face physical dangers and, if necessary, to risk their lives as well as face significant stress in many other aspects Workplace pressures, stress management, and work burnout among cops. The writers concluded that stress may be defined as the stimulation of the psyche and body in response to a pressure placed on them. There are four degrees of stress: cognitive, behavioural, physical, and psychological. Police personnel professional stress is primarily subjective in character, rather than being an objective event. Type of job, organisational culture, personality type, interpersonal relationships, and managerial behaviour are the five most prevalent factors to stress among police personnel. To cope with significant stress, the associated emotions must be handled and decreased in such a way that the individual feels relieved. Burnout rates among police personnel are rising, indicating that they are under more stress for longer periods of time.