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Not Another PDF, please: Using ThingLink scenarios and Camtasia to build engaging virtual learning objects
Authors: Stinetorf Alice
Published: October 2024

In this resource showcase, I presented ‘Refine Your Writing: Better Proofreading,’ a multimedia digital learning sequence I created as a Writing Skills Officer in the Academic Skills Service of the University of Southampton. This learning object sprang from my (and colleagues’) dissatisfaction with existing resources about proofreading: these largely elevate the ‘what’ over the ‘how,’ comprising little more than checklists of potential errors to look out for. I set out to create a resource that went beyond cataloguing to instead equip students with active strategies to interact with and enhance their texts.
 
In developing this resource, I followed best practices conveyed via the Learning Object Review Instrument (LORI), as well as Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles (Leacock and Nesbit, 2007; CAST, 2018). My presentation outlined how the ThingLink ‘Scenarios’ feature can be used to build inclusive virtual objects through which learners advance at their own pace. Incorporating original videos edited in Camtasia, the result was a resource that was not only accessible, but more likely than a text-based webpage or narrated PowerPoint webinar to sustain learners’ interest. Indeed, I argued that aesthetics and delivery energy must be prioritised in the creation of digital objects whose use is suggested to, but not required of, university learners (i.e., resources maintained by academic skills services, writing centres, and so on).
 
Although the primary focus was on inclusive virtual objects, my presentation was of interest to conference attendees looking to expand their knowledge of the IT skills, software, and platforms underpinning their resource designs. To support this, I shared my ‘lessons learned’ after diving into ThingLink and Camtasis with this project.
ChatGPT: a force for good? Using the I.D.E.As framework to ’develop and empower’ students
Authors: Hack Sarah
Published: October 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools (for example, ChatGPT) are a specific application of artificial intelligence which generate novel content in response to questions or instructions. Their use in education has generated diverse responses. Critics express concerns that they might discourage students from engaging in independent analysis, evaluation and problem-solving, and hinder the development of critical thinking skills (Farrokhnia et al., 2023). Another concern is the potential effect on the development of meaningful student-teacher and peer-to-peer interactions, important in fostering student belonging, and developing communication and social-emotional skills.
Conversely, supporters see these tools as valuable resources providing instant access to tailored information, facilitating personalised learning experiences and promoting student engagement. They argue that rather than undermining higher-order skills like critical thinking and evaluative judgment, GenAI tools can enhance their development. Some propose they may even help address the ‘awarding gap’ (Fido and Wallace, 2023), with students using such tools as a ‘dialogic tutor’, to personalise learning and so develop their knowledge and understanding (Compton, 2023a).
The presentation introduced the ‘I.D.E.As framework’ (Hack, 2023), a resource developed to help structure thinking and curate ideas regarding using GenAI tools in learning and teaching. The session explored ways in which GenAI tools may be used as a ‘force for good’, to enhance the student learning experience and support their individual learning development. Resources to ‘develop and empower’ students as independent learners were shared, providing an opportunity for attendees to reflect on how/whether they might be incorporated into their own learning and teaching contexts.
Evaluating our “impact”: reflections from the personal learning advice service
Authors: Hillman Jennifer , Lochtie Dave
Published: October 2024

The neoliberalisation of higher education in the UK has placed greater pressure on Learning Development units to demonstrate impact. Together with increased regulatory scrutiny from bodies such as the Office for Students in England (and the monitoring of B3 thresholds, awarding gaps, the Teaching Excellence Framework, and other measures), rigorous evaluation is arguably more crucial than ever. In this workshop, we offered reflections and learning from the evaluation of the four-year Personal Learning Advice Service pilot at the Open University (UK).
The Personal Learning Advice (PLA) Service project is an Access and Participation Plan initiative which has delivered a one-to-one and group coaching and mentoring service (Clay et al., 2023) for students from disadvantaged backgrounds since January 2021 (Lochtie and Hillman, 2023). Coaching and mentoring approaches have been used by our team to support students’ learning and study habits, wellbeing, and help-seeking behaviours (Hillman et al., in press). In the first part of this workshop, we shared learning from approaches used to evaluate the work of the service – from narrative and empirical evidence to causal evaluation in randomised controlled trials (TASO, 2022) – and situated this in the wider literature on evaluation in HE (Sabri, 2023). We shared findings from our work and reflected on the standards of evidence in HE (OfS, 2019). In the second part of the workshop, we invited delegates to consider how they measure and evaluate impact in their own context. We also explored relevant LD scholarship and publications.
Our presentation aligned with the ALDcon24 theme ‘Building Learning Development for the Future’, and we sought to invite discussion about the way we demonstrate ‘impact’ as Learning Developers.
What does HE in FE have to contribute to the future of learning development?
Authors: Hayes Jen
Published: October 2024

This presentation provided a viewpoint on the complex relationship between HE in FE and learning development, drawing on two pieces of research carried out during 2023 as part of PhD study at Lancaster University. Both studies support the premise that HE in FE is often overlooked in research and that practitioners have limited access and time to participate in research, leading to a lack of FE practitioner voices in discussions about learning development.
The first study focuses on the relationship, and potential clash, between policy and inclusive classroom pedagogy in an environment where most students have non-traditional routes into HE (Benson-Egglenton, 2022). It used a Bourdieu-infused critical discourse analysis to look at how inclusive pedagogy is viewed in HE in FE strategy documents and how this can contribute to wider discussions about learning development (Fairclough, 2003; 2015; Bathmaker, 2015; Ferrare and Apple, 2015).
In the second study, an adapted version of the Delphi method was used to develop a collaborative and iterative approach between researcher and participants to look at how developments including AI have influenced inclusive pedagogical practices from a social justice perspective.
It was found that whilst HE in FE practitioners are often at the forefront of inclusive pedagogy, and are enthusiastic advocates for it, they are resource-limited in terms of the reach and impact of this expertise. Pedagogical approaches that might be retrofitted to large institutions grow organically in HE in FE due to factors such as proximity, necessity, and student/tutor relationship development over an extended period. This can provide valuable lessons for colleagues in other institutions about how to implement and encourage similar approaches. There are clear benefits to be gained for learning development and developers increasing engagement with colleagues in FE and fostering opportunities for them to share their wealth of knowledge.
Industry 4.0: skills for the future and learning development
Authors: Wilson Rebecca
Published: October 2024

The world and the workforce are changing with the rise of Industry 4.0, or the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with a shift towards automation and digital technology, and this is coupled with other global shifts such as the climate crisis. Organisations such as the World Economic Forum, the International Labour Organisation, and Skills Development Scotland believe Industry 4.0 will change the way we work and live, with implications for everyone. These organisations argue that we need to become lifelong learners and develop future-ready skills, most notably adaptability, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. But what does this mean for Learning Developers? Firstly, we need to consider how and if our own roles will change, and secondly the impact this will have on our learners and what (if any) changes we should make to support them.
I used the following prompt questions to start the discussions:

Should Learning Developers be concerned about Industry 4.0?
What are future-ready skills and are these already embedded in higher education?
Should Industry 4.0 impact the way Learning Developers think about lifelong learning?
The use of generative AI tools in the reading-into-writing process: gains, losses and recommendations
Authors: Puxon Peter , Brook Jessica , Prevatt-Goldstein Ayanna
Published: October 2024

Using generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) tools has recently been deemed acceptable in some university policies, but how does this impact on students’ writing processes? How can we ensure that using GenAI in the writing process does not detract from learning outcomes? In our conference session, we reported on a collaborative project between the Academic Communication Centre at University College London (UCL) and 3 students (studying BSc Bioscience, BSc Linguistics, and MSc International Planning), which explored what was gained and what was lost when incorporating GenAI-driven tools in the reading-into-writing process. We asked students to complete a written assignment from their course using GenAI tools. The project consisted of 3 stages: 1) a pre-task reflection on writing processes and learning outcomes; 2) completion of an assignment using GenAI tools and ongoing diary entries; 3) interviews exploring the students' feelings towards GenAI tools, and their gains and losses experienced during the writing process.
Kepastian Hukum dalam Proses Perceraian Talak di Hadapan dan Melalui Izin Mahkamah Negara Bagian dan Wilayah Persekutuan Malaysia
Authors: Salsabila Az-Zahra Aulya
Published: October 2024

Divorce that occurs outside and without permission from the court raises many legal problems, from the validity of the divorce to the non-fulfillment of the rights and obligations of husband and wife after divorce. Malaysia is a country consisting of states and an alliance area which in its Islamic family law rules regulates divorce before the court to ensure legal certainty. This paper discusses the procedures for the divorce of Malaysian citizens that must be carried out before the Malaysian Court and the rules for registering talak for divorces that have already occurred not in front of and without the permission of the Malaysian Court. The regulations for imposing divorce outside the Malaysian Court also include penalties (punishment) for violators. This paper uses a juridical-philosophical approach to explain the procedure for divorce before the court and the rules related to the registration of divorce that have been carried out outside and without the truth of the court to create legal certainty. This research is a qualitative type of literature research. The conclusion of this paper shows that the rules related to divorce before the Malaysian Court indicate legal certainty because in the process the judge examines the validity of the lafadz talak that the husband has imposed to ensure the validity of the legal status of divorce in Sharia and the state administratively, as well as the fulfillment of the rights and obligations of husband and wife after divorce.
Efflux Pump Inhibitors as a Broad-Spectrum Strategy to Combat Multidrug Resistance Acenitobacter Baumanii
Authors: Abdulazeez Ayat Alaaeldin , Jaafar Zainab Salim
Published: October 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) identifies A. baumannii as one of the most resistant pathogens. Over the past few years, there has been a significant rise in its resistance to a wide array of antibiotics. Multidrug resistance is attributed to several mechanisms, with efflux pumps being the most notable. Recently, the development of new treatment strategies to tackle A. baumannii infections has shown great promise. This review focuses on the various families of efflux pumps in A. baumannii and explores innovative therapeutic options that have emerged over the past four years. Specifically, we emphasize synthetic and natural efflux pump inhibitors (EPIs), nanoparticles, bacteriophage therapy, and antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) as part of these novel strategies.
A Comparative Study on the Impact of Fasting on Blood Glucose and Blood Pressure Among Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Individuals During Ramadan, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Authors: Salih Banaz Abed , Ali Himan Ibrahim , Ramadhan Shireen Hosny
Published: October 2024

Objective: The primary aim of this research was to evaluate the differential effects of regular and fasting dietary patterns on blood glucose levels and blood pressure among diabetic patients and non-diabetic control group. A comprehensive analysis was conducted to compare physiological responses on fasting versus non-fasting days during the holy Ramadan month.
Methods: This observational study involved 92 participants, with a subset of 38 diabetic patients and 54 non-diabetic control group, aged 19-76 years, who were observed on regular and fasting days. Participants were monitored for pre-prandial, postprandial, evening blood sugar, and fasting blood glucose levels, as well as blood pressure. Statistical analysis was performed using paired sample t-tests to compare mean ± SD between regular and fasting days of both groups. The study cohort consisted of male and female adults diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Exclusion criteria included individuals under 18 years, pregnant women, and patients unable to fast during the study period.
Results: Statistical analysis revealed significant differences in fasting blood glucose levels during Ramadan compared to non-fasting days. In the diabetic group, significant changes were observed in fasting blood glucose levels during Ramadan compared to after Ramadan ( postprandial blood sugar p=0.04, evening blood sugar p=0.019). In contrast, the non-diabetic group also showed significant changes in blood glucose levels during Ramadan compared to after Ramadan (postprandial blood sugar p=0.001, evening blood sugar p=0.020). Blood pressure showed no significant differences between these periods, suggesting that fasting does not alter blood pressure significantly in diabetic individuals. Additionally, a two-way ANOVA demonstrated significant dietary influences on post-Iftar glucose levels in non-diabetics (p<0.001), but not in diabetics, suggesting differential metabolic responses to dietary intake during Ramadan.  These findings emphasize the critical need for personalized dietary management and continuous monitoring to optimize diabetic care during fasting.
Conclusion: Fasting significantly influences blood glucose levels in diabeticand non-diabetic individuals but does not affect blood pressure. This study underscores the necessity for personalized medical guidance and balanced meal planning to minimize complications and enhance diabetes management during fasting. Further research is warranted to explore the long-term effects of different fasting practices on diabetic health outcomes.
The Perceptions of School Counsellors about Their Training and Its Influence on Their Practice in Selected Public Secondary Schools in Cameroon
Authors: Claudine Tantoh Mengwi
Published: October 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this research was to examine the perceptions of school counsellors about their training and its influence on practice in selected public secondary schools in Cameroon. The study aimed at examining the effects of counsellors’ perceptions on practice.
Materials and Methods: The concurrent nested mixed-method research design was used. Quantitative data was collected through descriptive survey with the aid of a questionnaire while qualitative data was collected using an interview guide. A sample of 249 randomly selected school counsellors were recruited from secondary schools in Mezam and Mfoundi Divisions of Cameroon.
Findings: Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical tools; frequency counts, graphs, percentages and the Pearson test and regression analysis was used to test hypotheses. Thematic analysis with the aid of themes and quotations was used for qualitative data. Findings showed a positive and strong influence between counsellors’ perceptions of training and their practice (R-value=0.637**, P-value=0.000<0.05). Implications are that the quality of training being offered to counsellors be intensified and improved.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: It was recommended that school counsellors be trained to be multiskilled, the training be intensified with emphasis on practicum; appropriate and adequate programs are organized and appropriately delivered by those who master the content at divisional and regional levels for counsellors to upgrade their skills.
Identification and level of ectoparasite intensity in goldfish (Carassius auratus) at fishery product inspection and certification center fish seed center
Authors: Ma'arif Nur Ikhsan , Wirastuti Aisyah Yoni , Saraya Muhammad Agsa , Fauziyah Nasywa Nur , Nofreeana Andri
Published: October 2024

Diseases and parasites that attack the fish body are often encountered in ornamental fish cultivation, so they can reduce the quality of the fish and cause fish death. Ectoparasites are parasites found outside the fish body. This study aimed to determine the type and intensity level of ectoparasite distribution in goldfish (Carassius auratus) cultivated at the Fishery Product Inspection and Certification Production Center (PPISHP) Fish Seed Center (BBI) Ciganjur, South Jakarta. A location survey and random sampling from three different rearing ponds were used. The goldfish samples obtained were 60 fish from three ponds in BBI Ciganjur. The results showed that the highest level of intensity of the Argulus sp. parasite was found in pond 2, the highest level of intensity of the Trichodina sp. parasite was found in pool 1, and the highest level of Lernea sp. parasite intensity was found in pools 1 and 3. The average infection level of each parasite showed that the intensity was relatively low.
Crispy squid product development (Case Study: PT. Cupa-Cupa Snack) Pangandaran Regency
Authors: Junianto Junianto , Veronica Veronica , Anggraeni Mella , Musthopa Andrean Alief
Published: October 2024

PT Cupa-Cupa Snack is a company in Pangandaran that processes fishery products into snack products, one of which is crispy squid. The number of crispy squid producers in Indonesia is a challenge for companies to develop products to produce innovations that suit market needs and maintain competitiveness. The purpose of this study was to analyze the product development carried out by the cupa-cupa snack company. The study was conducted from August to October 2024. The research method used was the survey method, with interview techniques and observations of crispy squid products that were analyzed descriptively and qualitatively. The results showed that the company has developed in various aspects, such as the addition of raw material suppliers from various regions, the use of faster and more modern production equipment and processes, changing the formulation of non-msg additives that are safe for consumption, using quality aluminum foil packaging, increasing flavor variants, and business-to-business marketing that maintains good and consistent digital presence techniques on various social media, such as Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, to increase market share and company competitiveness.
The Relationship between Employee Absenteeism and Occupational Psychosocial Hazards in Construction Work Site
Authors: Misnan Mohd Saidin , Ismail Mohamad Zahierruden , Darmansah Nurfadilah , Ramly Zuhaili Mohamad , Mustapa Fara Diva , Mahmud Syamsul Hendra
Published: October 2024

As the introduction of human resources especially construction workers is very important in the construction sector especially when the construction industry in Malaysia has grown rapidly in recent years and is largely dependent on human labor to work. Although human labor is important to the construction industry, human labor is also considered the most complex management resource. One of the challenges faced on construction sites is employee absenteeism as the construction sector is experiencing the negative effects of absenteeism. Thus, the objective of the study is to identify the factors of employee absence at the construction site, the impact of employee absence at the construction site on the organization and determine the strategies used in managing employee absence at the construction site. The research methodology is through a qualitative method with a case study where a total of five construction projects respondents have been selected from Grade 7 (G7) main contractors or subcontractor firms and this research is focused on construction sites in the Johor area. A qualitative research approach with a semi-structured interview instrument was conducted with the respondents to ensure their perspectives were analyzed. The data collected was analyzed using content analysis where coding and frequency distribution methods were used to achieve the objectives of the study. Respondents focused on employers and employees working under the construction project site. Employers refer to management level personnel such as project managers or those responsible for managing the presence of workers at the construction site while workers refer to skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled workers working at the construction site. The findings of the study show that work fatigue which is classified as occupational psychosocial hazards is the most significant factor that causes workers not to attend the construction site and has caused a loss of productivity at the construction site that needs to be solved by providing welfare measures to the workers.
Mapping the Nexus: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis of ESG and Financial Performance in the Global Landscape.
Authors: Mokhtar Najah , Ali Syukriah , Hassan Anita Abu , Alias Muhammad
Published: October 2024

This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the relationship between Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and financial performance by conducting a bibliometric analysis of relevant literature. The research seeks to identify key trends, influential contributors, and the global distribution of ESG research, offering insights into the evolving discourse in this critical area. A bibliometric analysis was conducted on 676 publications retrieved from the Scopus database. The analysis focused on identifying leading scholars, influential journals, contributing countries, and highly cited articles, as well as examining the prominence of keywords related to ESG and financial performance. The study also explored interdisciplinary contributions and collaboration patterns within the research community. The analysis reveals that the global distribution of research, with significant contributions from developed and developing countries, underscores the international relevance of ESG issues. Moreover, the study identifies key institutions and authors driving ESG research, suggesting a vibrant and interconnected research community. The findings have significant implications for academia, industry, and policymakers. Researchers can use the identified trends and gaps to guide future investigations, while practitioners can develop more targeted ESG strategies based on the geographical and thematic focus of the research. Policymakers can align regulatory frameworks with evolving ESG practices, informed by global research trends.
OSMANLI DEVLETİ’NDEN ÇARLIK RUSYA’YA YAPILAN ESKİ ESERLER KAÇAKÇILIĞI
Authors: Muşmal Hüseyin , Yılmaz Nazım
Published: October 2024

XIX. yüzyılda ve XX. yüzyılın başlarında güncel siyasi projeleri tarihsel referanslarla meşrulaştırmak için arkeolojiden özellikle yararlanılmıştır. Avrupa devletleri, bu dönemde kendilerini klasik uygarlıkların mirasçıları olarak projelendirirken birbirleriyle kıyasıya yarışmıştır. Kazı alanlarında ve müze salonlarında devam eden bu rekabete Ruslar da Bizans üzerinden dâhil olmuştur. Nitekim öteden beri, kendisini Bizans mirasının gerçek varisi ve Ortodoksluğun koruyucusu olarak gören Ruslar, Bizans İmparatorluğu’nu yeniden canlandırmak ve mirasını sahiplenmek için İstanbul’da bir arkeoloji enstitüsü kurmuşlardır. İstanbul Rus Arkeoloji Enstitüsü, 1894-1914 yılları arasında faaliyette bulunduğu yirmi yıl boyunca, Bizans kültür ve medeniyetini tanımak için Osmanlı coğrafyasının her tarafında yüzey araştırmaları ve kazı çalışmaları yapmıştır. Rusların başlarda sistemli olmayan eski eser kaçakçılık faaliyetleri enstitünün kuruluşundan itibaren müdürlüğünü yapan Fyodor İvanoviç Uspenskiy’in özel çabalarıyla sistemli bir hale getirilmiştir. Osmanlı Devleti eski eserlerini korumak için kaçakçılığa karşı önlemler almaya çalışmış olsa da bu önlemler dönemin şartlarında yeterli olmamıştır. Bu çalışmada İstanbul Rus Arkeoloji Enstitüsü çalışanları ve Çarlık Rusya’nın diplomatik temsilcilerinin, Osmanlı coğrafyasındaki eski eserleri araştırma, keşif, toplama ve Rusya’ya götürülmesiyle ilgili Anadolu, Balkanlar ve Orta Doğu’da yaptıkları çalışmalar genel olarak incelenmiştir. Ayrıca Osmanlı topraklarından götürülen ve Rusya’daki müzelerde sergilenen eserler tespit edilmeye çalışılmıştır. Özellikle Birinci Dünya Savaşı yıllarında Rus işgaline uğrayan Karadeniz kıyılarında ve Doğu Anadolu’da bulunan şehirlerde yapılan eski eser yağmalamaları ve Rusya’ya kaçırılan eserler ele alınmıştır.
Ciência e técnica moderna no pensamento de Martin Heidegger
Authors: Wiederwild Francisco , Kahlmeyer-Mertens Roberto Saraiva
Published: October 2024

A relação originária entre técnica moderna e ciências da natureza é um tema constante na produção filosófica tardia de Martin Heidegger. Para o filósofo alemão, esses fenômenos não se resumem a meras produções de conhecimento subordinadas à razão e vontade humanas, derivadas de processos históricos transitórios, produtos de erros e acertos de personagens históricas “geniais” amparadas por casualidades fortuitas. Técnica e ciência compõem, na verdade, fenômenos constitutivos que definem a Era Moderna, ditando ao homem contemporâneo o que pensar e como agir, desde um fundamento comum. Nesse sentido, a nossa meditação atenderá à provocação do seguinte problema de pesquisa: em que consiste o fundamento comum desde o qual imperam ciência e técnica, caracterizando essencialmente a Era Moderna e determinando o modo de ser do homem contemporâneo? Atendendo a essa provocação, evidenciaremos que técnica e ciência moderna constituem modos de desencobrir e de explorar o real como fonte de utilidades, cuja essência (Wesen) permaneceu impensada até Heidegger colocá-la em questão.
Lupus Enteritis: An Unusual Manifestation of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Authors: Ramrattan A , Mohammed S , Allen R , King D
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACT
Though gastrointestinal symptoms are common in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), lupus enteritis remains a rare manifestation of the disease. The clinical picture may be non-specific but should be considered in patients with abdominal pain, as this disease entity can progress to intestinal necrosis and perforation if left untreated. This is a case report of a 37-year-old female who had multiple hospital admissions for abdominal pain, was diagnosed with lupus enteritis and showed excellent response to methylprednisolone.
Guillain Barré Syndrome – Classic, Variant or Mimic?
Authors: Shukla Vanita , RS Singh Virendra , Fernandes Maritza , Mahabir Arvita , Cooke Nelicia
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Guillain Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a clinical entity that may prove to be difficult to diagnose in children. With the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is especially important to not just recognize the classic form, but the variants and mimics as well.

Four cases are described, aiming to outline the differences in presentations and the importance of appropriate diagnosis.

Keywords – Paediatric education, Guillain Barré Syndrome, CNS leukaemia, Brainstem encephalitis
Polysemy in Verbs Derived From Loanword Bases in Western Turkic Languages
Authors: Virovec Sanja
Published: October 2024

This paper will present 137 polysemic verbs derived from loanword bases (nouns and adjectives) in Western Turkic languages, focusing on their use in Türkiye Turkish. As such, Türkiye Turkish will serve as the base language while Azerbaijan Turkish, Turkmen Turkish, and Gagauz Turkish equivalents will be used to make comparisons and draw certain conclusions. Since the noun stems from which the verbs are derived are not etymologically Turk- ish, it is impossible to track their historical phases giving the frames of this paper. The main sources or reference for Türkiye Turkish are Türkçe Sözlük and Kubbealtı Sözlüğü. Most of the corpus this research is based on consists of verbs formed by the suffix +lA- (132). The following suffixes also appear: +Al- (2), +A- (1), +Ar- (1), and +sA- (1). By creating a corpus with an over- view of elements from the four Western Turkic languages, it will be possible to draw valuable conclusions about semantic changes of polysemic verbs derived from loanword stems (from nouns and adjectives that in Türkiye Turkish have the status of loanwords).
Evaluation of a Combined Thermal/Chemical Wood Modification by the Use of FTeIR Spectroscopy and Chemometric Methods
Authors: Ms. Priya Panday
Published: October 2024

In this study, the combined effects of chemical (with tricine and bicine) and thermal treatments were investigated. The modifications which appeared in the wood structure were evaluated by infrared spectroscopy and chemometric methods (principal component analysis and hierarchical cluster analysis). After the treatment, about 6e7% of WPG was identified in treated samples, but further thermal treatment decreased the WPG to about 5%. The modifications appearing in the spectra were mostly related to increase of the intensities of the bands assigned to C]O groups but also to NeH and CeN groups, with shifting of some bands to higher wave number values.
The Next Generation of Learning: AI Mentorship for a Transformative Educational Experience
Authors: Ms. Kashish Manoj Patel  , Ms. Shreya Mahesh Diddi  , Ms. Natasha Balraj Bogam
Published: October 2024

Developers of this augmented reality-based artificial intelligence education program aim at augmenting student engagement in learning through the incorporation of virtual mentors and the overall experience being made engaging, efficient, and personalized. Therefore, the application provides contextual support, tailored learning pathways, and real-time feedback that significantly enhance users' understanding of complex AI concepts with customized AI avatars and augmented reality technologies. These artificial intelligence mentors and assistants act as learning facilitators for both engineering and non-engineering students while enhancing the educational experience. The software features natural language processing to enable smooth communication; it introduces gamification into the courseware, adds quizzes, and provides rewards for a better learning experience, among other features
James Stirling: tradición y evolución del maquetista artesanal (1948-1992)
Authors: Mendoza Rodríguez Isaac , Linares García Fernando
Published: October 2024

La representación de la arquitectura de James Stirling, maestro en el uso de los recursos gráficos, se caracteriza principalmente por el empleo de la sección fugada y la perspectiva axonométrica. La consulta de su fondo documental confirma también la existencia de otra técnica recurrente, aunque menos conocida en su obra: la construcción de maquetas de estudio, las cuales utilizaba como artificios espaciales para ayudarle a percibir mejor la realidad del proyecto. Este texto tiene como objetivo realizar un análisis cronológico-evolutivo de la implementación de este procedimiento tridimensional en su trabajo profesional, desde sus primeros años de formación hasta su asociación con Michael Wilford, deteniéndose en aquellos modelos más representativos de cada una de sus etapas creativas. El estudio permitirá entender cómo, en un principio, la producción artesanal de maquetas fue intrínseca e inseparable de su labor proyectiva. Posteriormente a su fama internacional, la participación en prestigiosos concursos, realización de grandes edificios y exposiciones de su obra, condicionarían la ejecución de modelos cada vez más complejos. En el mundo de la arquitectura, este procedimiento, unido a la implantación de las más nuevas y eficaces tecnologías de modelado 3D, condujo de forma irremediable a la desaparición de la figura del maquetista artesanal.
Reconstrucción, y Hogar y Arquitectura entre 1940-1963. Dos revistas propagandísticas adscritas al Régimen
Authors: Portalés Mañanós Ana , Palomares Figueres Maite , Sosa Espinosa Asenet
Published: October 2024

Reconstrucción (1940-1956) y Hogar y Arquitectura (1955-1977) son dos revistas relacionadas con el Régimen franquista en distintas etapas de la posguerra española. La primera estaba vinculada a la Dirección General de Regiones Devastadas (DGRD) y la segunda creada por iniciativa de la Obra Sindical del Hogar y Arquitectura (OSHA). Ambas compartían fines comunes, entre ellos relatar los proyectos y obras promovidos por los citados organismos sirviéndose de la arquitectura como instrumento de propaganda para mostrar los logros del Régimen. Dada la importancia de la información visual para la difusión y teniendo en cuenta el carácter que imprimen los editores en las revistas -Gonzalo de Cárdenas y Francisco de Asís Cabrero, respectivamente- en el artículo se estudian sus distintos estilos de comunicación, fundamentalmente a través de los contenidos gráficos. Se define un periodo de estudio entre 1940 y 1963, centrado en la primera etapa de Hogar y Arquitectura bajo la dirección de Cabrero (1956-63). Por otro lado, considerando diversas conexiones de Cárdenas y Cabrero con el italiano Gio Ponti, también se señalan posibles influencias gráficas que pudo tener sobre las revistas españolas la italiana Domus.
Transformability in adaptive structures of Frei Otto and beyond
Authors: C. Phocas Marios , Matheou Maria
Published: October 2024

Adaptive structures can conform to external changing conditions, in order to improve their functional, energy related and/or load-bearing behavior. Structural adaptation can be depicted in the work of Frei Otto on lightweight tensile structures and elastic gridshells of reduced structural mass and materials with high strength and relatively low elastic modulus respectively. The main developments achieved were based on transformability in the structural simulation and erection process. Representative examples include the Olympic Stadium in Munich in 1972 and the Mannheim Multihalle in 1975 respectively. With the rise of digital and numerical technology in the last 20 years, Frei Otto’s ideas and concepts are even more important and relevant today than they were half a century ago when they first emerged. Meanwhile, research and development of actual adaptive structures are based on the afore-mentioned principles of form variation and lightweight, as well as on aspects of flexibility, controllability and simplicity in kinematics. In achieving this, the development of adaptive structures with minimum embedded actuation and maximum possible output structural states, gains significance. Selected prototype developments demonstrate related achievements in the area.
Remixing our cities – current research on circularity in the construction sector
Authors: Vidal Marisol , Lang-Raudaschl Matthias , Berlach Clemens
Published: October 2024

The European Green Deal is aiming for a transition from the current linear economic model to a much more sustainable and resource-efficient circular model. Since the construction industry is responsible for 37% of Europe-wide waste, it will be a key sector for the successful implementation of this goal. However, we can currently find many sector-specific challenges slowing the pace. On the one hand, the complexity of the sector and the multiplicity of actors involved. On the other hand, the dichotomy between the immanent uncertainty that lies within all reuse strategies and an ever-rising pressure for an increased technical performance respectively liability exclusion of building components. A successful transformation of the construction industry towards a circular economy would hence require changes throughout the whole life cycle of the building stock, an extensive and comprehensive exchange of information and the implementation of strategies for dealing with uncertainties. This includes also the development of new construction standards, which in turn can be expected to have an influence on the resulting architectural design. The focus of this paper is to present two current research projects on these topics, with a focus on the potential implications and future fields of action for designing architects.
Corrosion Mechanisms of Plasma-Sprayed Porous Coatings of Ni80Cr20 and Alloy C-276 Investigated by Numerical and Experimental Methods
Authors: Gu Yu , Pan Jiajing , Lu Haitao , Hu Xiaofeng , Zhang Miao , Lv Mingli
Published: October 2024

In this study, the corrosion performance of Ni80Cr20 and Alloy C-276 (UNS N10276) coatings on 7075 aluminum alloy substrates was evaluated using a variety of performance characterization tests. Significant amounts of nickel oxide were found in the corrosion products of the two coatings that were stripped, with molybdenum in the two coatings that were not stripped effectively slowing down the corrosion rate. Both coatings selectively corrode Cr, where it is worth noting that the preferential corrosion of W elements in Alloy C-276 has a positive effect on its surface protection. It is not only the amount of molybdenum content, but also the influence of the W element that leads to better corrosion resistance of Alloy C-276 coating than Ni80Cr20 alloy coating. The coating spraying process due to process parameters and its own nature, etc., has caused different sizes of pores, while these pores in the corrosion process will have a certain degree of influence on the corrosion process. The size of the pore defects for the coating transverse corrosion effect was more significant, and small pore defects accelerated the corrosion process. The number of pore defects had a more significant effect on the longitudinal corrosion of the coating, and multiple pore defects slowed the corrosion process.
Potential of Porous Media Combustion Technology for Household Applications
Authors: Isabel Malico
Published: October 2024

Households are major energy consumers and have a significant contribute to the World’s final energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Among the energy end-use in buildings lies cooking. The energy saving potential of cooking appliances is large and aninvestment on the development of more efficient and less polluting stoves and ovens is necessary. Porous medium combustion, already commercially available for several other applications, is a promising technology that can be applied also to household cooking. This paper reviews the research works done in the field. The number of papers dedicated to this specific application is relatively low, and most of them concentrate on experimentally proving the advantages of porous burners when compared toconventional solutions. The influence of burner characteristics and operating conditions are analysed in a few studies. However, there is still a considerable scope for the development of enhanced porous burners for household applications.
Estimation of Sediment Deposition at Nausehri Reservoir by Using Multiple Linear Regression and Assessment of its Effect on Hydropower Generation Capacity
Authors: Rehan Jamil
Published: October 2024

This article presents investigation of the inflow of sediments depending upon the stream flow, density and kinematic viscosity of water. The process involves Multiple Linear Regression (MLR) technique for estimation of sediment load and volume, by using UNISTAT software (Version 5.6). A general equation is developed for a specific flow rate while considering density and kinematic viscosity of water as other parameters. The developed equation can be applied in future for determining the sediment concentration when the flow rate is known. The daily stream flow and suspended sediment data belonging to the station Nausehri operated by the Water and Power Development Authority, Pakistan is used as case study. The results indicate that the dam site experiences a mean annual sediment load of 3.74mst. With this much incoming sediment load the reservoir life comes out to be 45 years when no flushing is done. The impact of this sediment deposition on hydro-electric energy generation is also determined, which shows a decrease of 113MW (12%) in the production capacity of the power plant over the life of the reservoir
Editorial Note
Authors: M. Abdul Mujeebu
Published: October 2024

The International Research Establishment for Energy and Environment (IREEE) has started its passionate journey towards realizing energy-efficient and ecofriendly technologies for the future. Facilitating a platform for showcasing the research and development activities in these broad domains is vital in materializing this mission, and this was one of the motives behind IJATR as the initial venture of IREEE. Release of the inaugural issue was a challenging task, yet it was accomplished successfully. There have been encouraging responses from the audience, and this time we have received many submissions. We keep our words in completing the review process within 45 days without compromising quality and novelty; our reviewers play their wonderful role in this task. The submissions to IJATR undergo a rigorous and unbiased scrutiny, and at the same, if the work is found worth publishing, the necessary language editing and shaping are done by our editorial office free of cost. IJATR has started receiving global recognition in abstracting and indexing databases, and we hope that it will reach new heights in the near future. While gratefully acknowledging the contributions of the authors, sincere efforts of our reviewers and encouraging feedback from the colleagues, I hereby submit the Issue 2 of Volume 1 of IJATR in front of the august readers and earnestly solicit their views, suggestions and submissions.
Dr. M. Abdul Mujeebu Founder and Chief Editor
Wind Tunnel Evaluation on the Performance of Blown Airfoil
Authors: Nur Faraihan Zulkefli
Published: October 2024

This study investigated the performance of blown airfoil. Two types of blown airfoil were developed. The integrated parts of the airfoils were investigated in the subsonic wind tunnel to study the aerodynamic forces. Each airfoil was implemented with a blower at different locations on the upper surface and was tested in the wind tunnel, with different Reynolds numbers, and with and without blower. The results showed that the airfoil with air blower produced a very significant additional 35% lift force compared to airfoil without air blower. The experimental result also exhibited 7% higher lift coefficient for air blower compared to numerical analysis.
An Improved Unsteady CFD Analysis of Plunging Airfoils by using OpenFoam
Authors: P. Srinivasa Murthy
Published: October 2024

Unsteady Aerodynamics study of Plunging Airfoils at various frequencies and amplitude at low Reynolds Numbers of the order of Insect/Birds flight is of importance to the design and flying of Micro Aerial Vehicle to meet the requirement of Para-military forces, Border Security forces and other homeland service forces. A new methodology has been developed for the analysis of plunging airfoil based on CFD tool 'OpenFoam'. Since the experimental data available for NACA 0012 Airfoil is in plunging motion, conditions relevant to the experiment are chosen for the analysis. As plunging velocity increases there is an increase in thrust coefficient. Similar trends are observed from experiment and commercial CFD code, Fluent. However, OpenFoam agreement with experiment is better and comparable with commercial CFD code. Also, from the analysis of NACA 4412 airfoil, it has been found that Cl, Cd behavior is unimodal at low frequency and multimodal at high frequency plunging motions.
Impact of Curved Vents, Holes and Slots on Thermo-mechanical Behavior of Automobile Disc Brake - FEM Simulation and Validation
Authors: Asif Afzal
Published: October 2024

Ventilated discs have gained significant attraction for automobile disc brake due to enhanced thermal performance, but the optimal choice needs careful analysis of thermal and structural behaviors. Following the previous studies on solid and straight ventilated discs, the present study considers discs with three new ventilation patterns namely curved vents, curved vents with holes and curved vents with holes and slots. Three-dimensional modeling was done by SOLIDWORKS 15, and finite element simulation was performed by ANSYS 15. In the thermal analysis, the temperature history during one braking cycle was studied for each model, and the structural parameters analyzed include total deformation, Von Mises stress and contact pressure. The study shows that changing from straight vents to curved vents improves thermal performance without affecting the mechanical behavior. Moreover, the thermo-mechanical behavior is further improved by adding holes and slots on the surface, along with curved vents.
Editorial
Authors: Muhammad Abdul Mujeebu
Published: October 2024

Research publications and their citation impact have been a topic of extensive studies in the recent past. In the current highly competitive environment, universities are struggling to maintain and enhance their research productivity and citations. This article presents the summary of a secondary analysis of the Elsevier-Stanford University list of the global 2% most-cited scientists released so far. The data regarding the career-long category were sorted according to the number of authors, affiliated university, and the country. Subsequently, the countries were ranked based on the total number of authors in each year from 2017 to 2020, and the top 100 countries were further analyzed to see their annual progress. The analysis shows that countries with clear, focused, and strategic approaches towards promoting collaborative research and open access to research data and publications could succeed in producing highly cited scientists.
Perancangan Kuis Digital Berbasis Gamifikasi Menggunakan Blooket pada Mata Pelajaran Informatika di SMP N 3 Bukittinggi
Authors: Johni Musthari Annisa , Zakir Supratman , Efriyanti Liza , Darmawati Gusnita
Published: October 2024

Permasalahan di SMP N 3 Bukittinggi evaluasi pembelajaran informatika belum disesuaikan dengan era digital, khususnya dalam penggunaan media platform digital online. Proses evaluasi pembelajaran rentan mengarah pada kecurangan, kurangnya penggunaan teknologi dan media saat evaluasi pembelajaran sehingga peserta didik pasif dan mempengaruhi nilai informatika. Tujuan penelitian untuk membuat kuis digital berbasis gamifikasi yang menarik membantu dalam evaluasi pembelajaran. Penelitian dan pengembangan (R&D) adalah metodologi yang digunakan. Model pengembangannya adalah ADDIE. Terdiri lima langkah : analyze (analisis), design (desain), develop (pengembangan), implement (implementasi), evaluate (evaluasi). Media dirancang menggunakan Blooket. Berdasarkan uji validitas oleh tiga ahli dengan nilai 0,82 dikatakan kategori valid; uji praktikalitas oleh tiga guru dan tiga siswa dengan nilai 0,90 dikatakan kategori sangat efektif; dan uji efektivitas oleh tiga guru dan lima belas siswa dengan nilai 0,85 menunjukkan kategori efektif. Berdasarkan hasil uji produk menunjukkan bahwa kuis digital valid, praktis, dan efektif.