bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan Jasa, Harga dan Fasilitas terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan di PT Semenanjung Televisi Kabel
Authors: Trisna Mesra  , Hanifatul Rahmi  , M. Syahreza  , Melliana Melliana
Published: November 2024

Customer satisfaction is the most crucial thing in the service business, so business owners need to pay attention to every aspect in increasing customer satisfaction. Customer satisfaction is the level of consumer feelings after comparing what they receive and their expectations. Satisfied consumers will be loyal longer, less sensitive to price and give good comments about the company. Based on these problems, it was done to find out whether the quality of service, price and facilities have a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction at Semenanjung Cable Television. The data collection technique was through a questionnaire distributed to 147 respondents who were customers of Peninsula Cable Television. The method used in this study was Partial Least Square (PLS) with the help of SmartPLS software for data processing. The results showed that the service quality variable with a regression coefficient value of 0.125 did not have a significant effect on customer satisfaction. The Price variable with a regression coefficient value of 0.391 had a significant effect on customer satisfaction and the facility variable with a regression coefficient value of 0.382 had a significant effect on customer satisfaction. The service quality variable with a regression coefficient value of 0.4 has a significant effect on price and the facility variable with a regression coefficient value of 0.367 has a significant effect on price. From these results it can be concluded that the service quality variable has a positive but not significant effect on Customer Satisfaction at Semenanjung Cable Television. The price variable has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction at Peninsula Cable Television. The facility variable has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction at Semenanjung Cable Television.
Application of SQC and ANOVA in Quality Control of Palm Kernel Oil
Authors: Wilda Roeska Simatupang  , Nos Sutrisno  , Haniza Haniza , Ninny Siregar  , Budhi Santri Kesuma  , Reakha Zulvatricia
Published: November 2024

The measurement and control of free fatty acids (FFA), moisture content (MC), and impurity content (IC) using Statistical Quality Control (SQC) in the oil production process were crucial to ensure optimal quality of palm kernel oil (PKO). This study aimed to determine the variance influencing the quality of PKO using Anova analysis. Anova (Analysis of Variance) is a statistical test procedure used to test mean differences among more than two groups. The results of the study indicated that the analysis of variance Fcount values for free fatty acids, moisture content, and impurity content were smaller than the Ftable values, indicating that the measurement results or mean values of these four data groups did not have statistically significant differences.
Mobsters, Mounties, and Canadian Governmental Responses to Organized Crime, 1965–67
Authors: Madsen Chris
Published: November 2024

Due to its secretive nature and propensity to spread if left unchecked, organized crime bedeviled politicians and law enforcement officials in North America. The popular mythology surrounding the gangster and mobster betrayed the harsh realities of illicit business activities geared towards exploitive profit. Canada was slow to appreciate that career criminals connected to mafia syndicates from the United States and their home-grown accomplices were present and active during the 1960s. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police/Gendarmerie royale du Canada took the lead in criminal intelligence and maintained close relations with American law enforcement counterparts at the federal level. Separate efforts in Quebec focused on investigation towards prosecution, pushed by a tough-on-crime justice minister. The two approaches towards the problem came up in discussions between federal and provincial authorities during meetings in July 1965 and January 1966, interspersed by a federal election that returned a Liberal minority government to power. This article argues that the federal government’s preference for a modest law enforcement solution stymied real progress and instead served political expediency to dodge a demanded royal commission. Organized crime continued to flourish despite governmental efforts.
A vida depois de dar vida ciclo de via dos dispositivos biomédicos
Authors: Cavaco Adriana , Moreira Inês , Correia Maria
Published: November 2024

A necessidade do uso de dispositivos biomédicos tem crescido em paralelo ao aumento e envelhecimento da população, resultando numa maior utilização de uma variedade de dispositivos para apoio, prevenção, controlo, diagnóstico, tratamento ou substituição. Os dispositivos biomédicos, equipamentos e softwares de diagnóstico ou terapêutica contribuem para a saúde e qualidade de vida das populações. Com o desenvolvimento da tecnologia e da indústria, os dispositivos estão cada vez mais eficazes e seguros. No entanto, surge a urgência de reduzir os resíduos provenientes desses dispositivos, cujo volume tem aumentado consideravelmente, tornando-se uma preocupação ambiental significativa. Este trabalho de revisão tem como objetivo oferecer uma visão geral das práticas de reutilização, reciclagem e do ciclo de vida desses dispositivos, explorando as suas implicações económicas e ambientais. Além disso, promove uma abordagem mais sustentável e eficiente para lidar com esses dispositivos, visando mitigar os impactos ambientais e otimizar o uso dos recursos disponíveis.
Sustentabilidade: o contributo da educação ambiental numa perspetiva de complexidade e de transformação interior
Authors: Valente Sónia
Published: November 2024

A construção de percursos para a sustentabilidade é um processo contínuo que, através do envolvimento de pessoas e comunidades, traça linhas transparentes de resiliência dinâmica entre a humanidade e o planeta. Numa perspetiva integradora, propomos a educação como o quinto pilar da sustentabilidade, a par do bem-estar social, do meio ambiente, do desenvolvimento económico e da cultura.
Através da educação, cultivam-se a consciência global e a participação ativa, criando condições para que indivíduos, comunidades e sociedades se unam pelo diálogo e sejam capazes de agir em prol do desenvolvimento sustentável.
Neste artigo, propomos refletir sobre como a Educação Ambiental pode contribuir para a transformação de comportamentos individuais e comunitários, promovendo uma mudança interior e uma compreensão da complexidade das relações entre os seres vivos e o ambiente que os acolhe. Esta transformação passa pela promoção da consciência da interdependência entre todos os seres e pela (re)conexão com a natureza.
Práticas de leitura e escrita no contexto de uma escola periférica
Authors: Galvão Andressa , Tagliani Dulce
Published: November 2024

Neste trabalho, procuramos refletir sobre as práticas de linguagem desenvolvidas no âmbito do Programa Residência Pedagógica, em uma escola localizada na periferia do município de Rio Grande/RS, Brasil. Apresentamos um recorte de três atividades realizadas e discutimos a relevância de um trabalho que envolva diferentes géneros textuais/discursivos.
Com base nos pressupostos da Linguística Aplicada e nas orientações curriculares nacionais, constatamos que o desenvolvimento de atividades de leitura e escrita de diversos géneros textuais foi essencial para que os estudantes reconhecessem a diversidade linguística e cultural presente na sociedade em que estão inseridos. Além disso, essas atividades estimularam a reflexão sobre as possibilidades de uso da língua.
Por fim, destacamos o papel fundamental da escola em promover, por meio do trabalho com múltiplas linguagens, o exercício pleno da cidadania.
Reflexões sobre o turismo urbano na África Subsaariana
Authors: Gama Mónica
Published: November 2024

As relações entre o turismo e a cidade são históricas e complexas. Desde o início do século XX, o turismo tem sido considerado um impulsionador do desenvolvimento urbano. O espaço urbano é, por excelência, um território propício ao encontro social e cultural.
Muitas cidades da África Subsaariana possuem uma vasta riqueza de recursos naturais e culturais. No entanto, o potencial dessas cidades para o desenvolvimento do turismo urbano permanece amplamente inexplorado. O objetivo deste estudo é analisar os principais desafios para o desenvolvimento do turismo urbano nas cidades da África Subsaariana.
Para tal, foi conduzido um estudo exploratório, baseado na revisão bibliográfica de livros, artigos científicos e relatórios relevantes. Argumenta-se que os principais desafios incluem a ausência de políticas públicas concretas e realistas, o limitado envolvimento da comunidade local no planeamento das atividades turísticas, a falta de segurança e as dificuldades de acesso a serviços básicos, como água e saneamento.
Embora tenham sido implementadas iniciativas para superar esses obstáculos, tais ações frequentemente seguem uma lógica neoliberal, beneficiando as elites em detrimento das populações urbanas mais vulneráveis.
Okul Öncesi Öğretmenliği Programındaki Öğretim Teknolojileri Dersinin Yansıtıcı Değerlendirme Modeli ile Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Aslanderen Mustafa , Çilsalar Sagnak Hatice , Sağlam Mehmet
Published: November 2024

Öğretim materyallerinin tasarlanması ve geliştirilmesi becerileri ‘Öğretim Teknolojileri’ dersi aracılığıyla edindirilmektedir. Özellikle beceri geliştirilmesi odaklı bu dersin becerileri edindirme düzeylerinin tespit edilmesi önem taşımaktadır. Bu nedenle bu çalışmada okul öncesi öğretmenliği lisans programındaki öğretim teknolojileri dersinin programı incelenerek, öğretim elemanları ve öğrenci görüşleri alınarak yansıtıcı değerlendirme (responsive evaluation) modeli ile değerlendirilmesi amaçlanmaktadır. Karma araştırma modelinde yakınsayan paralel (çeşitleme) desende tasarlan bu çalışmada ilk olarak öğretim teknolojileri dersine yönelik doküman incelenmesi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Ardından öğrencilerin öğretim teknolojileri dersine yönelik tutumlarını belirlemek için “Öğretim Teknolojileri ve Materyal Tasarımı Dersine Yönelik Tutum Ölçeği” uygulanmıştır. Tutumları belirlenen öğrencilerin bir bölümü ile araştırmacılar tarafından hazırlanmış yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılarak odak grup görüşmesi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Bununla birlikte bu öğrencilerin ders aldıkları 4 öğretim üyesi ile de araştırmacılar tarafından geliştirilen görüşme formu kapsamında bireysel görüşmeler gerçekleştirilmiştir. Sonuç olarak ders izlencesi ışığında dersin YÖK kapsamında paylaşılan içerik ile ilişkilendirildiği belirtilebilir. Bununla birlikte yapılan analizler sonucunda öğrencilerin öğretim teknolojileri dersine yönelik tutumlarının yüksek düzeyde olduğu da ifade edilebilir. Diğer taraftan öğretim teknolojileri dersinin hedefleri, içerikleri, eğitim durumları ve sınama durumları hakkında öğretim üyeleri ve öğrencilerin görüşlerinin genel olarak olumlu yönde olduğu belirtilmekle birlikte özellikle ders saatleri ve uygulama konusunda da sorunlarının olduğu belirtilebilir.
Yunus Emre Türkçesindeki Anlatım Ögeleri
Authors: Işıksalan S. Nilay
Published: November 2024

Yunus Emre, sadece Türk Halk Edebiyatı'nın değil, dünya edebiyatının önemli bir sofi şairi ve Türk dilinin ustasıdır. Anadolu Selçuklu Devleti'nin yıkılmakta olduğu ve Türk beyliklerinin ortaya çıktığı 13. yüzyılın sonu ile 14. yüzyılın başında yaşamıştır. Bu dönem, Moğol saldırıları, devletin zayıflığı, beylikler arasındaki siyasal üstünlük kavgaları, Anadolu'da kıtlık ve kuraklık ile karakterize edilmiştir. Buna, Batı Türkistan'dan gelen farklı inanç ve mezhepteki büyük göçler de eklenebilir.1071'deki Malazgirt zaferi ile başlayan Türkleşme sürecinde Anadolu'da Türkçe konuşulmakta ve halkın güçlü bir sözlü edebiyat geleneği bulunmaktaydı. Bu süreçte yetişen Yunus Emre’nin Türkçesi, üç ana kaynaktan beslenmiştir: Oğuz lehçeleri, 14. yüzyıl Eski Anadolu Türkçesi ve Arapça ve Farsça kelimeler ve terimler. Şiirlerinde arkurı (zıt), esrik (sarhoş), karanu (karanlık), uçmak (cennet), yavı kılmak (kaybetmek), eyitmek (söylemek), tamu (cehennem), göynük (yanmak), kakımak (öfke), yağı Tatar (düşman Moğol) ve tapu (huzur, hizmet) gibi arkaik sözcükler de bulunmaktadır.Yunus Emre’nin şiirlerinin anlatım ögelerini benzetmeler, atasözleri ve deyimler, karşıtlıklar, yinelemeler, imgeler ve metaforlar oluşturur. Bazı fonetik ve yazım farklılıklarına rağmen büyük ölçüde değişmeden günümüze kadar gelmiştir. Türkçeye olan sevgisi ve dilsel becerisi, döneminde Âşık Paşa ve Gülşehrî’yi etkilediği gibi günümüze kadar gelen mutasavvıf şairleri de etkilemiştir.Bu nedenle, sadece mistik felsefesini değil onun sanatsal Türkçesini de metin çözümlemelerinde, Türkçe ve Edebiyat öğretmeni adaylarına öğretmenin yararlı olacağı kanısındayız.
O svoystvakh metoda ortogonal'noy proektsii v zadache o konsensuse
Authors: Agaev R. P , Khomutov D. K
Published: November 2024

The article is devoted to an asymptotic behavior of a multi-agent system with information links. We proved that the orthogonal projection method proposed for the regularization of the consensus protocol is characterized by a pseudoinverse matrix for the introduced auxiliary matrix for an arbitrary communication digraph of a multi-agent system. We cosidered the eigenprojection of the Laplacian matrix corresponding to the communication digraph, in which the influences on the fixed agent change proportionally. We obtained a number of results that are of independent importance and can be used in models of multi-agent systems with different protocols.
Suboptimal Robust Stabilization of an Unknown Autoregressive Object with Uncertainty and Offset External Perturbation
Authors: Sokolov V. F.
Published: November 2024

In this paper, the problem of suboptimal stabilization of an object with discrete time, output and control uncertainties, and bounded external perturbation is considered. The autoregressive nominal model coefficients, uncertainty amplification coefficients, norm and external disturbance offset are assumed to be unknown. The quality indicator is the worst-case asymptotic upper bound of the output modulus of the object. The solution of the problem in conditions of non-identifiability of all unknown parameters is based on the method of recurrent target inequalities and optimal online estimation, in which the quality index of the control problem serves as an identification criterion. A non-linear replacement of the unknown parameter perturbations that reduces the optimal online estimation problem to a fractional linear programming problem is proposed. The performance of adaptive suboptimal control is illustrated by numerical simulation results.
On Continuous Random Processes with Fuzzy States
Authors: Khatskevich V. L.
Published: November 2024

Continuous random processes with fuzzy states are studied. The properties of their numerical characteristics (expectations and correlation functions) corresponding to those of numerical random processes are established. The results obtained are based on the properties of fuzzy random variables. Applications to the problem of transforming a random signal with fuzzy states by a linear dynamic system are considered.
Generalization of the Carathéodory Theorem and the Maximum Principle in Averaged Problems of Non-Linear Programming
Authors: Tsirlin A. M.
Published: November 2024

The relationship between the averaging of functions over time and its averaging over the set of values of the required variables is considered. Optimization problems are studied, the criterion and constraints of which include the averaging of functions or functions of the average values of variables. It is shown that the optimality conditions for these problems have the form of the maximum principle, and their optimal solution in the time domain is a piecewise constant function. A generalization of Carathéodory’s theorem on convex hulls of a function is proved. Optimality conditions are obtained for non-linear programming problems with averaging over a part of the variables and functions depending on the average values of the variables.
Static Feedback Design in Linear Discrete-Time Control Systems Based on Training Examples
Authors: Mozzhechkov V. A.
Published: November 2024

The problem of static feedback design in linear discrete time-invariant control systems is considered. The desired behavior of the system is defined by a set of its output variation laws (training examples) and by a requirement to the degree of its stability. Controller’s structural constraints are taken into account. Explicit relations are obtained and an iterative method based on these relations is proposed to find a good initial approximation of the desired gain matrix and to refine it sequentially. In the general case, simple-structure gain matrices are found: in such matrices, only those components are nonzero that are necessary and sufficient to give the system the desired properties. Some examples are provided to illustrate the method.
Velocity of Flow on Regular Non-Homogeneous Open One-Dimensional Net with Non-Symmetrical Arrangement of Nodes
Authors: Bugaev A. S. , Yashina M. V. , Tatashev A. G.
Published: November 2024

A system is studied such that this system belongs to the class of dynamical systems called the Buslaev nets. This class has been developed for the purpose of creating traffic models on network structures such that, for these models, analytical results can be obtained. There may be other network applications of Buslaev nets. The considered system is called an open chain of contours. Segments called clusters move along circumferences (contours) according to prescribed rules. For each contour (except the leftmost and rightmost contours) there are two adjacent contours. Each of the leftmost and rightmost contours has one adjacent contour. There is a common point (node) for any two adjacent contours. Results have been obtained on the average velocity of cluster movement, taking into account delays during the passage through nodes. These results generalize the results obtained previously for a particular case of the system under consideration.
Parametrization of Optimal Anisotropic Controllers
Authors: Kustov A. Yu.
Published: November 2024

This paper provides a parametrization of optimal anisotropic controllers for linear discrete time invariant systems. The controllers to be designed are limited by causal dynamic output-feedbackcontrol laws. The obtained solution depends on several adjustable parameters that determine the specific type of controller, and is of the form of a system of the Riccati equations relating to a -optimalcontroller for a system formed by a series connection of the original system and the worst-case generating filter corresponding to the maximum value of the mean anisotropy of the external disturbance.
Suppressing Exogenous Disturbances in a Discrete-Time Control System as an Optimization Problem
Authors: Khlebnikov M. V.
Published: November 2024

This paper proposes a novel approach to suppressing bounded exogenous disturbances in a linear discrete-time control system by a static state- or output-feedback control law. The approach is based on reducing the original problem to a nonconvex matrix optimization problem with the gain matrix as one variable. The latter problem is solved by the gradient method; its convergence is theoreticallyjustified for several important special cases. An example is provided to demonstrate the effectiveness of the iterative procedure proposed.
Robust Stability of Differential-Algebraic Equations under Parametric Uncertainty
Authors: Shcheglova A. A.
Published: November 2024

This paper considers linear differential-algebraic equations (DAEs) representing a system of ordinary differential equations with an identically singular matrix at the derivative in the domain of itsdefinition. The matrix coefficients of DAEs are assumed to depend on the uncertain parameters belonging to a given admissible set. For the parametric family under consideration, structural forms with separate differential and algebraic parts are built. As is demonstrated below, the robust stability of the DAE family is equivalent to the robust stability of its differential subsystem. For the structure of perturbations, sufficient conditions are established under which the separation of DAEs into the algebraic and differential components preserves the original type of functional dependence on the uncertain parameters. Sufficient conditions for robust stability are obtained by constructing a quadratic Lyapunov function.
Study of spin crossover phenomenon in dimethylsulfoxide solutions of an iron(ii) perrhenate complex with 2,6-bis(benzimidazol-2-yl)piridine
Authors: Kokoivkin V. V. , Mironov I. V. , Korotaev Е. V. , Lavrenova L. G.
Published: November 2024

By methods of static magnetic susceptibility, conductometry and spectrophotometry measurements in UV and visible spectra ranges, there were studied physicochemical properties of solutions of perrhenate iron(II) complexes with 2,6-bis(benzimidazol-2-yl)pyridine (L) of composition [FeL2](ReO4)2 ⋅ 1.5H2O (1) in dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO). As it was established previously, 1 provides a sharp high-temperature spincrossover (SCO) 1А1 ↔ 5Т2. The study of the temperature dependence of meff(Т) of complex 1 in DMSO showed that the SCO also reveals itself in solution. According to the electrical conductivity of solutions in DMSO at 298 K, the complex 1 in the studied concentration range 3.6 × 10–6 — 9.12 × 10–4 M is almost completely dissociated. An absorption peak was found in the UV region of the spectrum, which is practically independent on temperature. In the visible region, two combined absorption peaks are observed at 520–560 nm, which are responsible for the complex formation of FeL2+ and FeL22+ and vary with temperature and L concentration.
Emergence of Germany as an International Space Standort
Authors: Belov V. B
Published: November 2024

This article analyses the current state and future prospects of Germany's civil space sector. In late September 2023, a new space strategy was presented, replacing the previous one adopted in November 2010. The update was aligned with the coalition agreement of the new government at the end of 2021. The goals and objectives were further refined in the Future Strategy for Research and Innovation at the beginning of 2023. The author explores the historical background of the formation of Germany's aerospace complex, the main outcomes of the National Space Program, and the first space strategy from 2010 to 2023. Special attention is given to the reasons for and the necessity of refining strategic priorities. The article assesses the prospects for Germany's further development as a competitive space hub. The government is focused on finding a sustainable international niche. The challenge lies in the sharp increase in competition, particularly in the commercial sector (New Space). Competition is intensifying both from partners within the collective West and from countries in the Global South, primarily China and India. The article provides an analysis of public-private partnerships, the role of entrepreneurial interest groups, their dialogue with the government, the development of national space legislation, the advancement of existing infrastructure, and innovative startups. The author questions the ruling coalition's ability to successfully launch the new space strategy and fill it with specific content. It is concluded that this task will likely be taken up by the next government, led by the CDU/CSU.
UK General Election-2024: Labour’s Untruimpant Triumph
Authors: Ananieva E. V
Published: November 2024

The parliamentary elections in Britain in 2024 brought the expected victory of the Labour party and a crushing defeat to the Conservatives. However, the success of the Labour party is due to its tactics in the conditions of a majoritarian electoral system and the deep dissatisfaction of voters with Tory rule, and not to the socio-economic and political election program and not to the party leader K. Starmer, who lacks charisma. The majoritarian system also disproportionately favored the Liberal Democrat Party and did not favor the reformist party of N. Farage. Labour won back a significant part of the votes from the crisis-stricken Scottish National Party. Since it is unlikely that the Tories will be able to overcome the internal party crisis by the next election, Labour will remain in power for two Parliamentary terms. The foreign policy of the K. Starmer government will be a continuation of the conservative one, but conceptually it will take shape of "progressive realism". Britain will continue to follow the United States, regardless of the party in power in Washington, will strive to maintain a leading position in NATO, assist the Kiev regime, maneuver in relations with China, actively oppose Russia and try to attract the countries of the Global South.
Geoeconomic Turn: Policy Priorities of the Next EU Commission
Authors: Kotov A. V
Published: November 2024

The next institutional cycle of the EU begins in a period of unprecedented uncertainty in the global economy and large-scale problems in the European economic space. The author explores possible economic and political directions in the activities of the new composition of the European Commission. A hypothesis is that the main priority will be to ensure the competitiveness of the European space, the development of new regulatory documents of a geo-economic nature and their implementation. An assessment of the genesis of the new economic and political stage with an analysis of the main regulatory decisions is presented. The article also focuses on economic initiatives for 2023-early 2024 to ensure economic security and antisubsidy regulation. These decisions are very significant as they form a drift from the “geopolitical” to the “geo-economic” role of the Commission. Further, the priorities of the economic policy of the new European Commission are consisted of three components: ensuring raw material security, maximising the competitiveness of the EU, protecting the adopted climate goals with partnership with the widest possible range of countries. The analysis demonstrated a significant weakening of the EU's position in the world economy, associated with a lag in productivity. The author concludes that the main risks of the “geoeconomic turn” are in the political sphere. Its actors may not be able to overcome numerous obstacles to implement the new industrial course, associated with the need to take into account the heterogeneous impact of various industries on the EU economy. The approaches of the article can be valuiable for studying other countries and regions in which economic policy integrates the search for efficiency in responses to external challenges.
Trends and Prospects of the Special Economic Zone in the Kaliningrad Region
Authors: Zhukovskii A. D
Published: November 2024

The article analyses trends and prospects for the development of a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in the Kaliningrad region. The research is based on current statistical data and sources, as well as a theoretical and methodological review of the principles and approaches to the use of SEZ. The article examines the key factors influencing the development of the SEZ, including the geographical location of the region, the investment climate, industry specialization and international economic relations. The dynamics of investments in fixed assets of the Kaliningrad region is presented, as well as the justification that an effective investment policy in the region contributed to the growth of gross regional output, significantly exceeding the growth rate of Russia's GDP. The preferences provided to SEZ resident companies in the Kaliningrad region are systematised. During the study period there was a constant increase in key indicators, which indicates the positive impact of the SEZ on the economic development of the region. The article high-lights the specific problems faced by the development of the SEZ in the medium term, such as geo-political risks, a shortage of highly qualified labor and the need to modernise infrastructure. Special attention is paid to the prospects for the development of the SEZ in the context of the changing economic situation and the challenges associated with international sanctions and economic restrictions. The results of the study represent a significant contribution to the development of SEZ development strategies in the Kaliningrad region, as well as to decision-making in the field of economic policy. The conclusions are important for the formation of effective measures and mechanisms that contribute to the sustainable and innovative development of the regional economy, as well as to overcome current challenges and use the opportunities provided for long-term growth.
Investigation of the Influence of Computation Accuracy in the Implementation of Chaotic Systems in Python for Secure Telecommunication Systems
Authors: Kushnir Mykola , Kosovan Hryhorii , Melnyk Vladyslav
Published: November 2024

This article focuses on the use of the Python programming language to visualize chaotic models and for the investigation of the influence of initial conditions in physical systems, in particular, the Chua, Lorenz, and Rössler models. Chaotic systems are dynamic and sensitive to initial conditions, making them unpredictable as to how they will behave and react. This means that in the long run, very different outcomes can result from even small changes in initial conditions. Chaotic systems are studied in a variety of scientific fields, including physics, mathematics, biology, engineering and economics. Python, the world's most popular scientific programming language, transforms complex models into intuitive visualizations. The paper reveals the capabilities of various Python algorithms and libraries used to visualize these models, taking into account their specifics. The article focuses on three chaotic models: the Chua system, which is a universal example of a chaotic system; the Lorenz attractor, which is famous for its chaotic properties; and the Rössler rotational oscillator, which is widely used in such fields as biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. Each model is studied in detail, its key characteristics and parameters are presented, and graphs of these models are displayed by means of Python simulation. Python, due to its ease of use and high performance, makes it possible to solve such tasks quickly and efficiently. Finally, the authors share their conclusions on the importance of initial conditions for Lorenz, Rössler and Chua systems, as well as their impact on telecommunication systems. This study provides insight into how Python, a programming language with a high level of abstraction, allows for the rapid and efficient development of complex algorithms and models needed to deal with chaotic systems. It also allows researchers and engineers to develop efficient algorithms for signal processing and control of telecommunication systems.
Stalag I B Kommando Prostken (I B/PR). Włoscy żołnierze w obozie jenieckim w Boguszach/ Prostkach (1943–1945)
Authors: Marcinkiewicz Stefan Michał
Published: November 2024

Stalag I B Kommando Prostken was a subcamp of Stalag I B Hohenstein (Olsztynek), which was established in the fall of 1943 in Bogusze near Prostki. The camp infrastructure was created during the imprisonment of Soviet prisoners of war, civilians from the USSR, and Polish Jews, and was later used to imprison over 10,000 Italian soldiers. The camp conditions were difficult due to hunger, cold, lack of hygiene, humidity, and the brutality of the German staff. Most Italians were deported deep into the Third Reich in October and November 1943. About 460 Italian soldiers may be buried in the former camp cemetery.
Szpital Garnizonowy w Zielonej Górze (1946–1948)
Authors: Kurowska Hanna
Published: November 2024

The hospital was initially formed in the summer of 1944 in Zamość as the 14th Mobile Field Hospital of the 3rd Polish Army. In November 1944, it was incorporated into the 1st AWP and renamed as the 38th Field Evacuation Hospital. At the beginning of 1945 the unit joined the war effort and was moved to Bydgoszcz, then Chełmno. In September 1945, it was transformed into a Garrison Hospital, and in May 1946 was moved to Zielona Góra. In July 1946, an Officers’ Holiday Home was also established in the city. The hospital was decommissioned in the spring of 1948, and a Military Holiday Home was established in its place, which was disbanded in November 1948.
Assessment of preferences and frequency of milk and selected dairy products consumption by mothers and their children aged 1 to 3 years
Authors: Kołota-Burdzy Aleksandra , Krawczuk Edyta , Harton Anna
Published: November 2024

Background

Early childhood is a time of developing eating habits and taste preferences, which is most influenced by the family environment. Milk and dairy products play an important role in the diet of post-infant children, as they provide many nutrients that condition the proper growth and development of the young body.

Objective

Assessment of the preferences for milk and selected dairy products and the frequencies of their consumption by mothers and their children aged 1 to 3 years.

Material and Methods

The study was conducted in 2019 in a group of women (n=94) aged 20-40 years who have
a child aged 1-3 years and do not exclude milk and dairy products from their own or their child’s diet. The study applied the Computer-Assisted Web Interview (CAWI) method using a survey including food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) developed on the basis of the Dietary Habits and Nutrition Beliefs Questionnaire (KomPAN) for research on dietary views
and habits and questions about the preferences of mothers and their children regarding milk and selected dairy products.

Results

Products that were preferred by mothers and children were also consumed significantly more often in both groups (p≤0.05). Preferences for selected dairy products in the group of mothers and their children were also similar. The most popular products in both groups were: yoghurt, cottage cheese and rennet cheese, with the latter being preferred by significantly more mothers than children (p<0.001). The frequency of consumption of selected dairy products among women and children was similar, namely the most frequently consumed dairy products were: milk, yoghurt and rennet cheese, and the least frequently consumed were buttermilk and kefir.

Conclusions

Considering the achieved results, it seems reasonable to conduct activities encouraging the consumption of fermented milk products, especially kefir and buttermilk, which have many beneficial health properties and which are the least preferred by mothers and their children aged 1-3 years, and therefore the least consumed.
Determining the Severity of Symptoms Among Patients with Eosinophilic Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyposis Versus Non - Eosinophilic Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyposis at the Veterans Memorial Medical Center
Authors: Hizon Geoffrey John , Espanto Jay , Rodriguez-Labrador Kathleen
Published: November 2024

Objective: To compare the severity of symptoms of patients diagnosed with Eosinophilic Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyposis (eCRSwNP) versus Non - Eosinophilic Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyposis (non-eCRSwNP) using the Filipino Sinonasal Outcome Test (Filipino SNOT 22) and determine the most common symptoms experienced by patients with eCRSwNP versus non-eCRSwNP.
Methods: Design: Cross-Sectional StudySetting: Tertiary Government Training HospitalParticipants: A total of 68 patients diagnosed with Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyposis (CRSwNP) from November 7, 2018 to August 31, 2022 were included in the study.
Results: Of the 68 patients included in the study, 33 (48.5%) had non-eCRSwNP while 35 (51.5%) had eCRSwNP. The age of the patients with non-eCRSwNP group was 50.6 + 18.45 and those with eCRSwNP was 52.9 + 16.6 years old. Non-eCRSwNP patients had a lower mean Filipino SNOT 22 score of 39.7 ± 16.1 compared with eCRSwNP with a score of 62.7± 13.5. The non-eCRSwNP patients had symptom severity classified as mild in 2 (6.1%), moderate in 25 (75.8%) and severe in 6 (18.2%) based on Filipino SNOT-22. Among the eCRSwNP group, majority of the patients, 29 (82.9%) were classified as severe, 6 (17.1%) as moderate, and none with mild severity. Using the Filipino SNOT 22, the most common symptoms of patients with eCRSwNP were item 2 (baradong ilong; nasal blockage) at 28.6%, then item 7 (malapot na sipon; thick nasal discharge) at 25.7%, Item 8 (pagbabara ng tenga; ear fullness) and item 12 (pagkawala/ pagkabawas ng panlasa/ pang amoy; decreased sense of smell/taste) were tied at 14.3%, item 13 (hirap sa pagtulog; difficulty falling asleep) at 25.7%, and item 17 (pagkapagod; fatigue during the day) at 31.4% while patients with no-eCRSwNP were noted with item 2 (baradong ilong; nasal blockage) at 48.5%, followed by item 4 (hindi tumitigil na pagtulo ng sipon; runny nose) at 21.2%, item 11 (pananakit ng mukha; facial pain) at 33.3%, Item 7 (malapot na sipon; thick nasal discharge) at 18.2%, and item 20 (pagiging irritable/pagkainis; irritability) at 21.2%.
Conclusion: Our present study suggests that the higher the SNOT 22 score, the more likely it is to be eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis. Although nasal blockage was the most common symptom found in both patients with eCRSwNP and non-eCRSwNP, patients with thick nasal discharge, decreased sense of smell/taste and ear fullness were more likely to be suffering from eCRSwNP, while patients with runny nose, facial pain and thick nasal discharge were more likely to have non-eCRSwNP.
Original Research: Descriptive or Analytical, Either-Or or Both-And?
Authors: Lapeña José Florencio
Published: November 2024

descriptive (adj.)“serving or aiming to describe,” 1751, from Late Latin descriptivus, from descript-, past-participle stem of describere “to write down, copy; sketch, represent,” from de “down” (see de-) + scribere “to write” (from PIE root *skribh- “to cut”). Related: Descriptively; descriptiveness.
1Online Etymology Dictionaryhttps://www.etymonline.com/word/descriptive© 2001-2024 Douglas Harper
analytical (adj.)“employing analytic methods,” 1520s, with -al (1) + Medieval Latin analyticus, from analyticus, from Greek analytikos “analytical,” from analytos “dissolved,” from analyein “unloose, release, set free,” from ana “up, back, throughout” (see ana) + lysis “a loosening,” from lyein “to unfasten” (from PIE root *leu- “to loosen, divide, cut apart”).
2Online Etymology Dictionary https://www.etymonline.com/word/analytical© 2001-2024 Douglas Harper
A Novel Technique: Scored Conchal Cartilage to Simulate Natural Dome of Lower Lateral Cartilage in the Asian Nose
Authors: King-Chao Nikki Lorraine , Yap Eduardo
Published: November 2024

Objective: To introduce a novel technique for tip grafting, using scored conchal cartilage with a curled morphology and provide an alternative approach to tip refinement procedures.
Methods:Design: Surgical InnovationSetting: Ambulatory Aesthetic Surgical CenterParticipants: 12 private patients
Results: This technique produces a natural looking tip with aesthetically pleasing projection and definition. The simulation of the natural curvature of the lower lateral cartilage (LLC) by curling the SCC gives a more lobular and softer looking tip. The corners of the graft are also hidden underneath the SSTE providing camouflage of irregularities. There were no complications or sequelae (e.g. palpable cartilage and cartilage visibility) observed with the use of this technique.
Conclusion: This simple yet novel technique can be applied to Asian patients for a natural looking tip. This technique is applicable to patients with thin skin and gives surgeons an alternative option as they perform tip surgeries. This technique together with other approaches in rhinoplasty may help surgeons achieve a more balanced look for Asian patients.
Congenital Internal Auditory Canal Stenosis
Authors: Yang Nathaniel
Published: November 2024

A 3-year-old boy underwent evaluation for possible cochlear implantation. He had failed a neonatal otoacoustic emission (OAE) hearing screen. A combined auditory brainstem response/auditory steady-state response (ABR/ASSR) test battery confirmed the presence of a severe hearing loss on the right and a profound hearing loss on the left. No Joint Committee on Infant Hearing (JCIH) risk factors for early childhood hearing loss1 were identified. Rehabilitation via hearing aid amplification and auditory-verbal speech therapy was unsuccessful. Computerized tomographic (CT) imaging of the temporal bone was performed to identify the presence of any inner ear abnormalities. No abnormalities of the cochlea, vestibule and semicircular canals on both sides were identified by the radiologist. The internal auditory canals were described as “fairly symmetrical without widening”, and the study was officially reported as an “unremarkable study of the temporal bones”.
     Independent review of the CT imaging revealed the presence of seemingly narrow internal auditory canals (IAC) on both sides. (Figure1A) The width of the IACs on the axial plane were measured by drawing a perpendicular line starting from the posterior wall of the IAC, 2 mm inside the posterior lip of the internal auditory meatus, and ending on the anterior canal wall, as described by McClay et al.2 Measurements taken utilizing the length measurement tool in the DICOM imaging software (RadiAnt DICOM Viewer, Version 2024.1, Medixant) indicated an IAC width of 1.78 mm on the right (with severe hearing loss) and 1.37 mm on the left (with profound hearing loss). (Figure 1B) These measurements confirmed the presence of bilateral internal auditory canal stenosis, a diagnosis defined by a canal of 2 mm or less on highresolution CT.3
A plena constitucionalidade dos códigos estaduais de processo de Controle Externo: um olhar crítico sobre a Ratio Legis do Projeto de Lei Complementar Federal nº 79/2022
Authors: Novelli José Carlos , Gonçalves Pinho Vitor
Published: November 2024

The establishment of procedural rules of external control via formal and specific law passed by Parliament has the potential to stabilize, over time, the relations between the Courts of Accounts and their jurisdictions, with respect of the principle of legal certainty. In this context, the Brazilian legal system emerges in 2022, in an unprecedented and innovative way, the Code of External Control Process of the State of Mato Grosso. The paper aims to defend the full state legislative competence to regulate the matter in the light of constitutional provisions and precedents of the Federal Supreme Court. The work gains relevance as the complementary federal bill 79/2022 advances in the Chamber of Deputies, which aims, among other measures, to provide for general rules related to the process of external control of all federative entities. In the development of the article, the deductive technique is adopted and research is carried out on specialized bibliographic material, norms and jurisprudence. From the research carried out, it was verified, at the same time, (i) the full competence of the state legislature to rule on its respective external control process and (ii) traces of unconstitutionality in the complementary federal bill 79/2022 or in any other federal diplomas through which the Union will legislate on the external control process at the state level.
Mobile Wallets: Beyond Cash and Card, The Rise of Mobile Wallets alongside integration with CUPI and blockchain
Authors: Tanishka Chauhan  , Sameep Shukla  , Radhika Maheshwari  , Shraddha Sharma  , Dr. Swati Namdev
Published: November 2024

Mobile wallets have emerged as a pivotal tool in transforming consumer behavior and revolutionizing the way transactions are conducted. This research paper delves into the multifaceted impact of mobile wallets on merchant transactions, exploring their potential to drive cashless economies and enhance customer experiences. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, case studies, and empirical data, this study examines the factors influencing mobile wallet adoption among merchants and consumers, the challenges and opportunities presented by this technology, and its potential to reshape the retail landscape. By shedding light on the intricate dynamics between mobile wallets and merchant transactions, this research aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the evolving digital economy and inform future policy decisions and business strategies. Through a combination of literature review, empirical research, and case studies, this paper seeks to contribute to the ongoing discourse on mobile wallets and their role in shaping the future of commerce. To further enhance the scope of cashless and secure merchant transactions, this paper introduces CUPI (Crypto UPI), a blockchain-based innovation designed to replicate the speed and simplicity of UPI systems for cryptocurrency transactions. By leveraging Layer 2 blockchain solutions and advanced consensus mechanisms, CUPI bridges the gap between decentralized cryptocurrencies and real-time transaction requirements in commerce. The findings will be valuable to policymakers, technology providers, merchants, and consumers alike, offering insights into the opportunities and challenges associated with mobile wallet adoption. Furthermore, the research examines the potential implications of mobile wallets on various industries, including retail, hospitality, and transportation.
The Future of Real-Time Analytics : AI-Driven Insights at Scale
Authors: Shashank Reddy Beeravelly
Published: November 2024

Real-time analytics is experiencing a transformative evolution driven by artificial intelligence and cloud computing advancements. This comprehensive article explores cutting-edge developments in AI-powered analytics systems, examining their impact across stream processing engines, query optimization, predictive analytics, and cloud-native architectures. The article investigates how modern systems leverage deep learning, reinforcement learning, and transformer models to enhance processing capabilities, optimize resource utilization, and enable sophisticated predictive insights. Through detailed examination of adaptive stream processing, state management advances, and edge computing integration, this analysis demonstrates how AI-driven approaches are revolutionizing data processing efficiency, scalability, and performance optimization. The article highlights significant improvements in areas such as automated scaling, workload prediction, resource management, and data pipeline optimization, showcasing how these technologies enable organizations to generate actionable insights from real-time data streams while maintaining high performance and cost efficiency.
Agricultural Pesticide Residue Levels in Soil from the farms Along Thiba River Catchment Area, Mwea Irrigation Scheme, Kirinyaga County, Kenya
Authors: Deborah A. Abong’o  , Victor K. Korir  , Joyce G.N. Kithure  , Vincent O. Madadi
Published: November 2024

The study assessed the agricultural pesticide residue levels in soil samples from six selected sites along Thiba River catchment area, Mwea Irrigation Scheme, Kirinyaga County, Kenya. The aim was to determine pesticide residue levels in the dry and wet seasons of the year and compare to the set limits by the World Health Organization (WHO). The soil samples were collected in February and May 2021 representing the dry and wet seasons respectively, according to the meteorological department in Kenya and based on the human activities and crops grown in the study area. Chlorpyrifos was the most prevalent pesticide residue detected with levels ranging from 7.38±1.04µg/kg - 213.43±34.75 µg/kg; Lambda- cyhalothrin’s from < 0.005 µg/kg- 13.98 ± 2.02 µg/kg while the levels of Metalaxyl residue ranged from < 0.05 µg/kg - 6.88±0.55 µg/kg in dry and wet seasons. The pesticide residue levels were higher in soil samples in the dry than the wet season. Metalaxyl and Lambda-cyhalothrin residue levels were lower than the set Maximum Residue Levels in soil by the WHO of 50 µg/kg and 20 µg/kg in the dry and wet seasons respectively. The chlorpyrifos pesticide residue levels were higher than the set limits of 10 µg/kg by the WHO except in sites 5 and 6 (upstream) in both the dry and wet seasons.