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AI Leads, Cybersecurity Follows: Unveiling Research Priorities in Sustainable Development Goal-Relevant Technologies across Nations
Authors: Bran Emanuela , Rughiniș Răzvan , Țurcanu Dinu , Radovici Alexandru
Published: October 2024

This study presents a global analysis of research priorities for technologies relevant to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We examine 18 technological domains across countries, introducing a novel within-country rank metric to normalize differences in research output. Using a combination of linear regression and K-means cluster analysis, we identify factors influencing overall productivity and reveal distinct patterns in research priorities among nations. Our analysis of Web of Science total publication data yields five country clusters with specific technological focus areas: Eco-Tech Innovators, Cyber-Digital Architects, Bio-Industrial Pioneers, Geo-Data Security Analysts, and Cyber-Sustainable Integrators. We find that while economic indicators strongly predict overall research productivity, countries with similar economic profiles often exhibit divergent research priorities. Artificial Intelligence emerges as a top priority across all clusters, while areas such as blockchain and digital twins show lower prioritization despite their theoretical importance. Our findings reveal unexpected similarities in research focus among geopolitically diverse countries and highlight regional patterns in technological emphasis. This study offers valuable information for policymakers and researchers, enhancing our understanding of the global landscape of SDG-relevant technological research and potential avenues for international collaboration.
The Impact of the National Civilized City Program on the Environmental, Social and Governance Performance of Enterprises: Evidence from China
Authors: Gao Angang , Yang Yun , Qin Bo
Published: October 2024

The National Civilized City Program is an important governance championship for cities in China. Taking the National Civilized City Program as a quasi-natural experiment, based on the data of A-share listed companies in Shanghai and Shenzhen from 2009 to 2021, the multi-period double-difference method is used to investigate the impact, mechanism of action and heterogeneity of the National Civilized City Program on corporate ESG performance. It is found that the National Civilized City Program can significantly enhance corporate ESG performance, and this conclusion still holds after a series of robustness tests. The National Civilized City Program improves corporate ESG performance through two channels: strengthening environmental regulation and promoting the fulfillment of corporate responsibility towards employees. There is significant heterogeneity in terms of geography, firm ownership and pollution attributes in the impact of the National Civilized City Program on firms’ ESG performance.
Exploring the Differences and Similarities between Smart Cities and Sustainable Cities through an Integrative Review
Authors: Almeida Fernando , Guimarães Cristina Machado , Amorim Vasco
Published: October 2024

This study adopts an integrative review approach to explore the differences and similarities between smart cities and sustainable cities. The research starts by performing two systematic literature reviews about both paradigms and, after that, employs a thematic analysis to identify key themes, definitions, and characteristics that differentiate and connect these two urban development concepts. The findings reveal more similarities than differences between the two paradigms. Despite this, some key differences are identified. Smart cities are characterized by their use of advanced information and communication technologies to enhance urban infrastructure, improve public services, and optimize resource management. In contrast, sustainable cities focus on environmental conservation, social equity, and economic viability to ensure long-term urban resilience and quality of life. This study is important because it clarifies both concepts and highlights the potential for integrating smart and sustainable city strategies to address contemporary urban challenges more holistically. The findings also suggest a convergence towards the concept of ‘smart sustainable cities’, which leverage technology to achieve sustainability goals. Finally, this study concludes by identifying research gaps and proposing a future research agenda to further understand and optimize the synergy between smart and sustainable urban development paradigms.
Assessing the Impact of Façade Typologies on Life Cycle Embodied Carbon in University Building Retrofits: A Case Study of South Korea
Authors: Liu Jingwen , Won Chungyeon
Published: October 2024

This study examines the influence of façade typologies on Life Cycle Embodied Carbon (LCEC) in retrofitting university buildings in South Korea. By analyzing 28 cases across seven retrofit scenarios, four main façade types—PW-1, PW-2 (Punched Walls), WW (Window Walls), and CW (Curtain Walls)—were identified as key drivers in retrofit outcomes. PW-1 and PW-2 often require over-cladding due to demolition complexities, whereas WW and CW, despite undergoing full demolition and re-cladding, do not necessarily result in higher carbon emissions. The use of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) can achieve up to a 35% reduction in LCEC compared to traditional materials like stone, particularly in cases requiring minimal structural reinforcement. By balancing sustainability with architectural integrity, this study offers valuable guidance for similar projects globally, providing insights into optimizing retrofit strategies for more sustainable building practices.
Assessment of Student Quality of Life in Relation to University Campus
Authors: Gür Miray
Published: October 2024

Background: There exists a scarcity of comprehensive studies on educational campuses, which integrate the effects of built environment satisfaction, university life experiences, and personal characteristics on QoL. The study’s main research problem is to investigate the extent, direction, and sequence of the influence of university life satisfaction (encompassing academic, social, and administrative perception)—as well as the university’s built environment of university (including both indoor and outdoor attributes of educational, social, recreational, and residential settings), in conjunction with student characteristics—on students’ QoL and the interactions among these factors. Aim: The main objective is to comprehensively analyze the impact and dominance of the built environment and various dimensions of university life, in addition to personal variables on student QoL, and explore the interaction between them. The sub-aims are to determine the dimensions that have the greatest effect on QoL and to make comparisons between them. Methodology: In line with the aim, a specific index for measuring student QoL on a university campus was developed, and a survey was conducted using a questionnaire developed based on the index. The case study is made in Bursa Uludag University, one of the oldest universities in Bursa, Turkey, which is known for being included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Data were recorded and analyzed by utilizing statistical analyses via SPSS (statistical package for social sciences) for Windows 22 and IBM AMOS 24.0 programs. Results: The data collected from the evaluation of questionnaires administered to 685 participants reveal that the sub-dimensions with the most-to-least impact on students’ QoL are satisfaction with campus life, education spaces, academic development, socio-physical amenities, social perception, administrative management, accessibility, transportation, and accommodation. Conclusions: QoL is a multidimensional judgment through which university students’ QOL perceptions are affected through the interaction between the university’s built environment, university life, individual characteristics, as well as administrative management.
The Effects of Acid-Modified Biochar and Biomass Power Plant Ash on the Physiochemical Properties and Bacterial Community Structure of Sandy Alkaline Soils in the Ancient Region of the Yellow River
Authors: Li Chuanzhe , Shao Wenqi , Dong Qingjun , Ji Li , Li Qing , Zhang Ankang , Chen Chuan , Yao Wenjing
Published: October 2024

The application of biochar can effectively enhance soil organic matter (SOM) and improve soil structure. Biomass power plant ash (BPPA) is also rich in essential nutrients for plants, with similar carbon content. Considering production cost and agricultural waste recycling, it is beneficial to apply BPPA to improve soil fertility and quality. However, it remains unclear whether its ameliorative effects surpass those of biochar in alkaline soils. In the study, we set up seven pot experiments of faba beans in sandy alkaline soils from the ancient region of the Yellow River, including the controls (CK), different amounts of acid-modified BPPA (A1, A2, A3), and the same amounts of acid-modified biochar (B1, B2, B3), to compare their effects on soil physiochemical properties and bacterial community structure. The results indicate that the application of both biochar and BPPA can improve soil physiochemical properties. At the same dosage, the biochar application outperformed BPPA treatment in terms of soil physical properties such as bulk density (BD), maximum water-holding capacity (FC), and soil capillary porosity (SP2). Conversely, BPPA treatment displayed advantages in chemical properties such as readily oxidizable organic carbon (ROOC), total nitrogen (TN), alkaline nitrogen (AN), available phosphorus (AP), available potassium (AK), and electrical conductivity (EC). All the treatments enhanced the richness and diversity of bacterial communities, increasing the relative abundance of eutrophic groups such as Bacteroidota and Firmicutes while decreasing that of oligotrophic groups like Actinobacteriota. BPPA also increased the relative abundance of Proteobacteria, while the opposite was observed for biochar. Correlation analysis showed that the environmental factors such as soil pH, EC, TN, AK, SOM, and SP2 emerged as primary factors influencing the bacterial community structure of alkaline soils, significantly affecting their diversity and abundance. Among them, SP2 and SOM were the dominant physical and chemical factors, respectively. Overall, the application of both acid-modified BPPA and biochar can enhance the physiochemical properties of sandy alkaline soils, while the application of BPPA is superior for improving soil nutrient content and enhancing bacterial community structure. The study explores the potential mechanisms through which the application of acid-modified BPPA affects soil characteristics and microbial features, providing new insight into developing optimizing fertilization strategies for enhancing soil quality in the ancient region of the Yellow River.
Navigating the Digital Landscape: Evaluating the Impacts of Digital IMC on Building and Maintaining Destination Brand Equity
Authors: Qi Meng , Abdullah Zulhamri , Rahman Saiful Nujaimi Abdul
Published: October 2024

In the evolving realm of digital marketing, digital integrated marketing communication (IMC) has emerged as a critical factor in building and maintaining brand equity for sustainable tourism destinations. This research examines the impact of digital IMC consistency and interactivity on establishing destination brand equity, while exploring the interconnections among its various dimensions. Grounded in both empirical and theoretical frameworks, this study collected data via an online questionnaire administered to 435 users of online travel agencies, which was analyzed through Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). The results demonstrate that customer-perceived digital IMC (consistency and interactivity) exerts a significant positive influence on destination brand equity, uncovering the intricate dynamics among destination awareness, image, perceived quality, and loyalty. Notably, destination loyalty is influenced by destination awareness through destination image and perceived destination quality, with destination image having a more significant impact than perceived destination quality. This research is significant in constructing knowledge of IMC in the digital tourism marketing paradigm, shedding light on how the consistency and interactivity of online communication affect various consumer brand equity outcomes. Additionally, it provides valuable insights into digital tourism practices and sustainable development, enriching the discourse regarding how digital IMC enhances destination brand equity.
Eco-Friendly Dyeing Processes of Nylon 6.6 Woven Fabrics with Used Coffee Grounds (UCG)
Authors: Becker Payton , Howarth Samuel , Ciesielska-Wrobel Izabela
Published: October 2024

The increasing demand for sustainable practices in the textile industry has led to the exploration of natural dyes and eco-friendly dyeing processes. This study focuses on the potential of used coffee grounds (UCG) as an eco-friendly natural dye for Nylon 6.6 woven fabrics. Five dyeing processes were evaluated, varying in the use of mordants and acids, to assess their impact on the color saturation, colorfastness to laundering, and crocking resistance of Nylon 6.6. fabric. The processes included a control with no mordant or acid and others that incorporated tannic acid, acetic acid, and ferrous sulfate heptahydrate. The results demonstrated that process 4, which combined tannic acid pre-mordanting with acetic acid in the dye bath, provided the best balance between color saturation and colorfastness. Process 2, utilizing only tannic acid, offered some durability in laundering and crocking tests. Process 5, being the least eco-friendly process, demonstrated high color saturation, but it performed poorly in colorfastness to crocking, which means that it released the UCG-based dye after rubbing the dyed Nylon 6.6. fabric. The findings confirm that UCG can be an effective and sustainable natural dye for Nylon 6.6, with pre-mordanting and acid treatment significantly enhancing dye uptake and retention. However, further research is needed to optimize color intensity and expand the application of UCG in textile dyeing.
Travelers’ Propensity to Use Intercity Railway Services in Emerging Economies: Significance of Passengers’ Satisfaction and Communication Technologies
Authors: Anwer Izza , Javid Muhammad Ashraf , Yousuf Muhammad Irfan , Farooq Muhammad , Ali Nazam , Suparp Suniti , Hussain Qudeer
Published: October 2024

This paper focuses on the perspectives of passengers who were railway users and how railways as a service can be uplifted with technological advancements through the introduction of information and communication technologies (ICTs). For this purpose, a questionnaire was designed comprised of six sections related to information on socio-economic-demographics, travel, station facilities, train facilities, customer care, and familiarity with and benefits of ICTs. A total of 800 respondents were recruited on trains and in railway stations to collect data through a random sampling technique. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistics, factor analysis, bivariate correlation analysis, and ordered logistic regression analysis. The three hypotheses tested showed that (i) there is a correlation between socio-demographic factors, train frequency, and satisfaction levels, (ii) satisfaction with station and train facilities and customer care impacts users’ travel likelihood with the train service, and (iii) users’ familiarity with perceived benefits of ICTs influences passengers’ travel likelihood with the train service. The results indicate that the users’ satisfaction with attributes of station facilities, train facilities, and customer care and perceptions about ICTs significantly influences their travel frequency with the train service. This study is useful for multiple stakeholders, especially for railway management authorities, to provide inclusive services to passengers and to plan for future transportation, which should be well-equipped with ICTs, well-integrated with other transport modes, and well-connected with optimum stops.
Climate-Driven vs Human-Driven Land Degradation? The Role of Urbanization and Agricultural Intensification in Italy, 1960–2030
Authors: Maialetti Marco , Clemente Matteo , Rontos Kostas , Scarpitta Donato , Stefanoni Alessandra , Rossi Fabrizio , Sateriano Adele , Salvati Luca
Published: October 2024

Climate warming, agricultural intensity, and urban growth are main forces triggering land degradation in advanced economies. Being active over different spatial and temporal scales, they usually reflect—at least indirectly—the impact of additional factors, such as wellbeing, demographic dynamics, and social development, on land quality. Using descriptive statistics and a multiple regression analysis, we analyzed the impact of these three processes comparatively over a decadal scale from 1960 to 2020 at the provincial level (Nuts-3 sensu Eurostat) in Italy. We enriched the investigation with a short-term forecast for 2030, based on four simplified assumptions grounded on a purely deterministic approach. Land degradation was estimated adopting the Environmental Sensitive Area Index (ESAI) measured at the spatio-temporal scale mentioned above. Computing on multiple observations at nearly 300,000 locations all over Italy, provinces were regarded as representative spatial units of the territorial pattern of land degradation. Between 1960 and 1990, the three predictors (climate, agriculture, and urbanization) explained a relatively high proportion of variance, suggesting a modest role for any other (unobserved) factor. All of these factors were found to be highly significant predictors of land degradation intensity across provinces, the most impactful being farming intensity. The highest adjusted-R2 coefficient was observed in both 1990 and 2000, and suggests that the three predictors still reflect the most powerful drivers of land degradation in Italy at those times, with a marginal role for additional (unobserved) factors. The impact of farming intensity remained high, with the role of urbanization increasing moderately, and the role of climate aridity declining weakly between 2000 and 2010. In more recent times (2010 and 2020), and in future (2030) scenarios, the adjusted R2 diminished moderately, suggesting a non-negligible importance of external (unobserved) factors and the rising role of spatial heterogeneity. The climate factor became progressively insignificant over time, while increasing the role of urbanization systematically. The impact of farming intensity remained high and significant. These results underlie a latent shift in the spatial distribution of the level of land vulnerability in Italy toward a spatially polarized model, influenced primarily by human pressure and socioeconomic drivers and less intensively shaped by biophysical factors. Climate aridity was revealed to be more effective in the explanation of land degradation patterns in the 1960s rather than in recent observation times.
Black Carbon in Climate Studies: A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Trends and Topics
Authors: Chen Chao , Liang Yinglin , Chen Zhilong , Zou Changwu , Shi Zongbo
Published: October 2024

Black carbon is a short-lived climate warming agent and serves as a crucial factor influencing the climate. Numerous models, observations, and laboratory studies have been conducted to quantify black carbon’s direct or indirect impacts on the climate. Here, we applied bibliometric analysis to identify research trends and key topics on black carbon in the climate field. Based on the Web of Science (WOS) Core Collection database, a total of 4903 documents spanning the period from 2000 to 2023 were retrieved and screened, focusing on the topic of black carbon in the climate field, resulting in the Black-Carbon Climate Local (BCL) dataset. Our study examines the influence and trends of major countries, institutions, and authors in this field. The results show that China and the United States hold leading positions in terms of the number of publications. Based on keyword networks, the BCL dataset is segmented into six distinct research directions, and representative keywords of each direction include biomass burning, radiative forcing, air pollution, aerosol optical depth, optical properties, and biochar. This study helps to identify the current research status and trends of black carbon in the climate, highlighting main research directions and emerging topics.
In Vivo Study of the Effect of Sugarcane Bagasse Lignin Supplementation on Broiler Chicken Diet as a Step to Validate the Established Chicken Gastrointestinal Tract In Vitro Model
Authors: de Carvalho Nelson Mota , Souza Carla Giselly de , Costa Célia Maria , Castro Cláudia , Fangueiro Joana F. , Horta Bruno , Outor-Monteiro Divanildo , Teixeira José , Mourão José Luís , Pinheiro Victor , Amaro Ana L. , Costa Patrícia Santos , Oliveira Catarina S. S. , Pintado Manuela Estevez , Oliveira Diana Luazi , Madureira Ana Raquel
Published: October 2024

Since the global restrictions on antibiotics in poultry systems, there has been a growing demand for natural and sustainable feed additives for disease prevention and poultry nutrition. This study evaluated the effects of incorporating sugarcane bagasse (SCB) lignin into broiler chicken diets. The performance of the chickens, including body weight, feed intake, and mortality, as well as intestinal histomorphometry, and cecum content pH, microbiota, and volatile fatty acids were assessed. In addition, we also aimed to validate an in vitro gastrointestinal tract (GIT) model developed by Carvalho et al. (2023). One hundred and eight 1-day-old Ross 308 chicks were randomly and equally divided into two groups. The first group was fed a basal diet (BD group), while the second group was fed a basal diet supplemented with 1% (w/w) SCB lignin (BD + SCB lignin group) for 36 days. The in vivo conditions of the chicken GIT were replicated in an in vitro model. In the in vivo study, SCB lignin increased cecum acetate and butyrate levels while reducing Bifidobacterium and Enterobacteriaceae, without affecting productivity (body weight, feed intake, and mortality). The in vitro assessment reflected microbiota trends observed in vivo, although without statistical significance. The divergence in organic acid production between the in vivo and in vitro conditions likely resulted from issues with inoculum preparation. This study demonstrates that SCB lignin incorporation positively influences cecal microbiota composition without impacting the animals’ productivity and physiology, suggesting its potential as a functional feed additive. For a more reliable in vitro model, adjustments in inoculum preparation are necessary.
Research on the Carbon Emission Prediction and Reduction Strategies for the Civil Aviation Industry in China: A System Dynamics Approach
Authors: Chen Wei , Ai Yi
Published: October 2024

With the continuous growth in the volume of global air transportation, the carbon emissions of the civil aviation industry have received increasing attention. Carbon emission reduction in civil aviation is an inevitable requirement for achieving sustainable social development. This article aims to use system dynamics (SD) methods to establish a carbon emission model for the civil aviation industry that includes economic, demographic, technological, policy, and behavioral factors; analyze the key factors that affect carbon emissions; and explore effective emission reduction strategies. Researchers have found that SD-based carbon emission prediction has a high accuracy and is suitable for predicting carbon emissions in civil aviation. Through different scenario simulations, it has been found that any single emission reduction measure will struggle to effectively contribute to the expected carbon reductions in China’s civil aviation. Simultaneously adopting measures such as improving fuel efficiency, adopting clean energy, and using new-power aircraft is an effective way to reduce carbon emissions from civil aviation. In addition, policy intervention and technological innovation are equally crucial for achieving long-term emission reduction goals. The research results not only provide a scientific basis for the sustainable development of the aviation industry but also provide a reference for policymakers to formulate comprehensive emission reduction strategies.
An Optimization Strategy for EV-Integrated Microgrids Considering Peer-to-Peer Transactions
Authors: Tian Sen , Xiao Qian , Li Tianxiang , Jin Yu , Mu Yunfei , Jia Hongjie , Li Wenhua , Teodorescu Remus , Guerrero Josep M.
Published: October 2024

The scale of electric vehicles (EVs) in microgrids is growing prominently. However, the stochasticity of EV charging behavior poses formidable obstacles to exploring their dispatch potential. To solve this issue, an optimization strategy for EV-integrated microgrids considering peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions has been proposed in this paper. This research strategy contributes to the sustainable development of microgrids under large-scale EV integration. Firstly, a novel cooperative operation framework considering P2P transactions is established, in which the impact factors of EV charging are regarded to simulate its stochasticity and the energy trading process of the EV-integrated microgrid participating in P2P transactions is defined. Secondly, cost models for the EV-integrated microgrid are established. Thirdly, a three-stage optimization strategy is proposed to simplify the solving process. It transforms the scheduling problem into three solvable subproblems and restructures them with Lagrangian relaxation. Finally, case studies demonstrate that the proposed strategy optimizes EV load distribution, reduces the overall operational cost of the EV-integrated microgrid, and enhances the economic efficiency of each microgrid participating in P2P transactions.
Exploring Smart Airports’ Information Service Technology for Sustainability: Integration of the Delphi and Kano Approaches
Authors: Choi Sooyoung , Moon Chaeyoung , Lee Keunjae , Su Xinwei , Hwang Jinsoo , Kim Insin
Published: October 2024

Airport digitalization has revolutionized service delivery at passenger touchpoints, which leads to sustainable passenger loyalty. However, it is critical to determine whether this rapid transition to digital services genuinely enhances passenger satisfaction with airport services. This study uses a mixed-method approach to identify key traditional and technology-driven information services in smart airports. The specific aim is to determine the optimal balance in which digital technologies can effectively replace human-provided services to establish sustainable passenger loyalty. Two rounds of Delphi surveys were conducted with panels of 23 and 21 experts, followed by an online Kano survey with 401 international passengers. The Delphi analysis identified 16 key information service attributes, while the Kano analysis revealed that the majority of technology-based services were attractive and positively influenced passenger satisfaction. By contrast, human-based services were mostly indifferent, although some were vital for boosting satisfaction and preventing dissatisfaction. These results advance the current airport service research and provide practical insights into optimizing passenger experiences through the strategic integration of technology for sustainable smart airports while maintaining essential human-provided services.
Cooperation and Profit Allocation Mechanism of Traditional and New Energy Complementary Power Generation: A Framework for Renewable Portfolio Standards
Authors: Shang Bo
Published: October 2024

To boost the sustainable development of energy and the environment, a new power system with clean energy sources has been proposed by the Chinese government and traditional coal-fired power units are being transformed into regulation service providers for this new energy power system. Then, in this study, complementary power generation cooperation between traditional coal-fired power and new energy power producers is analyzed and discussed, and the energy quota agents, power sellers, are also included. Based on the cooperation game idea, different decision-making models of the tripartite power entities are elaborately constructed. Then, according to the price linkage mechanism between new energy and traditional thermal power, the profit of all power subjects is calculated and the profit allocation process is also analyzed. The conclusions show that the similarity of the two wholesale power price coefficients verifies the symmetry of the cooperative status of power producers. For BPC and SPC quota patterns, for example, BPC is bundled with new energy power and green certificates, whereas SPC is separate. Under the SPC pattern, there is a critical value for effective cooperation between the two power producers in the price range of traditional thermal power or new energy, which can achieve a win–win situation of increasing economic benefits and the consumption scale. Under the BPC pattern, the dynamic benefit compensation mechanism, which is the corrected Shapley value based on the RPS quota ratio, can solve the compressed profit of traditional coal-fired power producers. In contrast, the overall effect of profit allocation using the nucleolar method is not ideal. This study aims to give full play to the elastic induction effect of RPS to promote the sustainable transformation of traditional thermal power energy, especially combining the market mechanism to encourage traditional coal-fired power units to improve green technology to advance the construction of the green power market in China.
Toxicological Effects and Mechanisms of 2,2′,4,4′-Tetrabromodiphenyl Ether (BDE-47) on Marine Organisms
Authors: Li Boyang , Shao Yun , Liu Chen , Wang Jie , Zhu Yanzhong , Li Xiaoqian
Published: October 2024

2,2′,4,4′-tetrabromodiphenyl ether (BDE-47) is a widely used brominated flame retardant belonging to persistent organic pollutants (POPs). After being released into the marine environment, BDE-47 can cause a range of toxic effects on marine organisms through bioaccumulation, biomagnification, and intergenerational transmission. These effects include lethality, impaired motility, photosynthetic toxicity, immune damage, liver toxicity, developmental impairments, and reproductive toxicity. This article reviews the latest research progress on the toxic effects and molecular mechanisms of BDE-47 mentioned above. The primary mechanisms underlying its toxicity include oxidative stress, DNA damage, cellular apoptosis, impaired metabolism, and activation of the MAPK signaling cascade.
Human Exposure through the Diet to Arsenic and Other Toxic Elements: A Literature Review of Scientific Studies Conducted in Catalonia, Spain, in the Current Century
Authors: Domingo Jose L.
Published: October 2024

Human exposure to arsenic and other toxic elements such as cadmium, lead and mercury may lead to a wide range of adverse health effects. In relation to this, it is well established that the diet is the main route of exposure to both essential and toxic trace elements. In recent years, the levels of toxic elements in foodstuffs have been measured in numerous studies conducted all over the world. Scientific databases show that, in the current century, China and Spain have been the countries where the most surveys on this topic have been carried out. Regarding Spain, Catalonia is the region where most studies aimed at determining the concentrations of trace elements in food have been performed. The objective of this paper was to review the studies carried out in Catalonia on the concentrations of As and toxic metals (including Cd, Hg and Pb) in food, as well as their estimated dietary intakes (EDIs). The results of total diet studies (TDSs) and duplicate diet (DD) studies have been included. For most toxic elements, a continued reduction in the EDI has been observed. This reduction is associated with a decrease in their concentrations in food, and with certain changes in dietary habits. Fish and seafood is the food group showing the highest content of toxic elements. However, none of the adult groups exceeded—in general—the safety thresholds for As, Cd, Hg and Pb established by the European Food Safety Agency (EFSA).
Biological Activities and Potential Applications of Phytotoxins
Authors: Masi Marco
Published: October 2024

Specialized metabolites, also known as secondary metabolites, produced by plants and microbes possess several biological activities [...]
Neutral-Current Single π0 Production on Argon
Authors: Martini Marco , Ericson Magda , Chanfray Guy
Published: October 2024

We interpret the recent MicroBooNE data on neutral-current single π0 production on argon with the hypothesis that this process occurs via Delta excitation. We calculate the flux-integrated total cross section with our RPA-based model which allows for a simultaneous description of Delta-mediated resonant and coherent pion production. We also discuss the ratio between the two exclusive measurements with one proton and zero protons in the final state.
Assessment of a Structurally Modified Alternanthera Mosaic Plant Virus as a Delivery System for Sarcoma Cells
Authors: Fayzullina Daria , Manukhova Tatiana , Evtushenko Ekaterina , Tsibulnikov Sergey , Kirgizov Kirill , Ulasov Ilya , Nikitin Nikolai , Karpova Olga
Published: October 2024

The virions of plant viruses and their structurally modified particles (SP) represent valuable platforms for recombinant vaccine epitopes and antitumor agents. The possibility of modifying their surface with biological compounds makes them a tool for developing medical biotechnology applications. Here, we applied a new type of SP derived from virions and virus-like particles (VLP) of Alternanthera mosaic virus (AltMV) and well-studied SP from Tobacco mosaic virus (TMV). We have tested the ability of SP from AltMV (AltMV SPV) and TMV virions also as AltMV VLP to bind to and penetrate Ewing sarcoma cells. The adsorption properties of AltMV SPV and TMV SP are greater than those of the SP from AltMV VLP. Compared to normal cells, AltMV SPV adsorbed more effectively on patient-derived sarcoma cells, whereas TMV SP were more effective on the established sarcoma cells. The AltMV SPV and TMV SP were captured by all sarcoma cell lines. In the established Ewing sarcoma cell line, the effectiveness of AltMV SPV penetration was greater than that of TMV SP. The usage of structurally modified plant virus particles as a platform for drugs and delivery systems has significant potential in the development of anticancer agents.
Investigating the Potential of River Sediment Bacteria for Trichloroethylene Bioremediation
Authors: Gurav Ranjit , Ji Chang , Hwang Sangchul
Published: October 2024

Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a prevalent groundwater contaminant detected worldwide, and microbes are sensitive indicators and initial responders to these chemical contaminants causing disturbances to their ecosystem. In this study, microbes isolated from San Marcos River sediment were screened for their TCE degradation potential. Among the twelve isolates (SAN1-12), five isolates demonstrated TCE degradation within 5 days at 25 °C and 40 mg/L of TCE concentration in the following order: SAN8 (87.56%), SAN1 (77.31%), SAN2 (76.58%), SAN3 (49.20%), and SAN7 (3.36%). On increasing the TCE concentration to 80 mg/L, the degradation efficiency of these isolates declined, although SAN8 remained the prominent TCE degrader with 75.67% degradation. The prominent TCE-degrading isolates were identified as Aeromonas sp. SAN1, Bacillus sp. SAN2, Gordonia sp. SAN3, and Bacillus proteolyticus SAN8 using 16S rRNA sequencing. The TCE degradation and cell biomass of Bacillus proteolyticus SAN8 were significantly improved when the incubation temperature was increased from 25 °C to 30 °C. However, both slightly acidic and alkaline pH levels, as well as higher TCE concentrations, lowered the efficacy of TCE degradation. Nevertheless, these conditions led to an increase in bacterial cell biomass.
Problems in the application of Russian accounting standards
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Vyatka State University», Kirov, Russia, Zonova A. V. , Holkin A. V. ,   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Vyatka State University», Kirov, Russia
Published: October 2024

The article analyzes the problems of applying Russian accounting standards, among the main ones — the discrepancy with international financial reporting standards, identifies common problems of applying Russian and international standards, consisting in the pathology of the genesis and development of Russian standards, due to the heredity of pathologies of international financial reporting standards.
Structural and dynamic analysis of green investments in Russia
Authors:   Russian State Agrarian University — Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Moscow, Russia, Maslakova V. V. , Demichev V. V. ,   Russian State Agrarian University — Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Moscow, Russia, Dzhikiya M. K. ,   Russian State Agrarian University — Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Moscow, Russia, Tokarev V. S. ,   Russian State Agrarian University — Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Moscow, Russia, Ibragimov A. G. ,   Russian State Agrarian University — Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Moscow, Russia
Published: October 2024

«Green» investments are an important tool for solving environmental problems, increasing the competitiveness of the economy and improving the quality of life. One of the key aspects in the study of «green» investments is structural and dynamic analysis, which allows you to get a description of the space-time aspect of «green» investments. The findings play an important role in shaping the targeted state investment policy. This aspect determines the relevance of this study, which purpose is to conduct a structural and dynamic analysis of green investments in Russia. The practical significance of the findings is determined by a comprehensive approach to assessing the homogeneity of the green investments’ distribution in Russia. The article studied the concentration of «green» investments in federal districts and by areas of their use in order to identify the causes of inequality in the distribution of «green» investments. Analysis of structural differences in the volume of «green» investments in dynamics for the period from 2013 to 2022 was carried out in the article. Special statistical methods are used in the article, such as typological groupings, index method, construction and analysis of structural series, analysis of dynamic series, comparison of parallel series, etc. The results obtained during the study are also significant in matters of international cooperation in the field of ecology and sustainable development of the country. Managing a green investment structure allows a country to meet international standards and requirements.
Support for the dairy subsector of the Agro-Industrial Complex (by the example of the Kirov Region)
Authors:   VIAPI n.a. A.A. Nikonov — Branch of the FSBS IFRC AESDRA VNIIESH, Moscow, Russia, Maksimov A. F. , Kodolova T. A. ,   Vyatka state university, Kirov, Russia
Published: October 2024

The article examines the directions and prospects of regional support for the dairy subsector of the agro-industrial complex using the example of the Kirov region. The main focus is on the formation of a sustainable value chain of milk and dairy products aimed at processing the entire volume of raw milk produced in the region and exporting products to interregional markets with higher added value. Existing measures of state support are analyzed, the main problems are identified and recommendations are proposed for improving the system of regional support for the dairy subsector.
Sequía por cambio climático como factor de vulneración del derecho humano al agua potable y saneamiento: una visión desde México
Authors: Rubio Paulina Isabel Silva , Valle Celia América Nieto del
Published: October 2024

En la actualidad, los seres humanos enfrentan los impactos negativos del incremento de temperatura ocasionado por el aumento en la emisión de Gases de Efecto Invernadero (GEI). Este fenómeno conocido como cambio climático es uno de los problemas ambientales más graves, que junto con la contaminación y la pérdida de biodiversidad integra la llamada “triple crisis planetaria”. Uno de los principales impactos negativos que ocasiona el también llamado calentamiento global es la sequía, originada por la alteración en las precipitaciones que diversos científicos relacionan directamente con el incremento de temperatura. A su vez, las sequías producen una serie de efectos colaterales, como incendios forestales, cultivos siniestrados y por supuesto, una disminución en la disponibilidad de agua para consumo humano.  Esta disminución afecta de forma directa el derecho humano al agua potable y saneamiento que implica la disposición de agua suficiente, salubre, aceptable, accesible y asequible para el uso personal y doméstico, establecido en el artículo 4º de la Constitución Política de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos y que además el Comité de Derechos Económicos, Sociales y Culturales de las Naciones Unidas ha determinado que forma parte del derecho a un nivel de vida adecuado. Para finales del año 2023, en México el porcentaje de áreas con sequía de moderada a excepcional fue de 66.16%, lo que indica que más de la mitad del territorio nacional enfrenta esta problemática, lo que hace necesario realizar acciones que contribuyan a su solución. El desarrollo de esta investigación se realizó con el método inductivo para elevar a conclusiones generales desde conocimientos particulares, y el método sistemático para identificar los componentes de este derecho, mediante una investigación bibliográfica basada en el análisis de artículos científicos y doctrina referente a los temas tratados en el presente trabajo.
Mechanical properties and fractography of SiC and fly ash particulates reinforced Al2024 alloy aerospace metal composites
Authors: Kumar Subbaraya Mohan , Namdev Nagaraj , Vishwanathaiah Mahendra Konanur , Nagaral Madeva , Kukanur Vijayendra , Ali Zeeshan
Published: October 2024

An effort has been made to study the effect of 15-micron sized fly ash and 70 microns sized SiC particles reinforced Al2024 alloy composites in the present work. By squeeze casting method the hybrid composites with constant 3 wt.% of fly ash and 5 and 7 varying wt. percentages of SiC particulates were fabricated. The hybrid composites were analyzed for Microstructure hardness and UTS. Using SEM microstructure characteristics were carried out to find the distribution of the reinforcements in the base matrix. The hardness and UTS were enhanced with the increase in percentage of reinforcements. It is found to be slight decrease in the impact strength of hybrid composites as compared to the base alloy. Various types of fracture mechanisms were analyzed in the Al2024 alloy with SiC and fly ash particulates reinforced composites using SEM.
قياس الارتباطات الذهنية لدعم قيمة العلامة باستخدام خرائط التصورات الذهنية: دراسة تطبيقية، مدخل كمي - نوعي
Authors: إبراهيم محمد محمود
Published: October 2024

للارتباطات الذهنية Brand associations دور جوهري في خلق، قيمة العلامة وتدعيمها، وتتنوع أساليب استدعاء الارتباطات الذهنية للعلامة من العملاء بين الأساليب الوصفية، والأساليب الكمية لتحليل المتغيرات المتعددة. غير أن الأساليب سالفة الذكر تتطلب قائمة بنود للمتغيرات محددة مسبقا يقيمها العملاء وفقاً لمقاييس معروفة سلفا. وهناك انتقادات للأساليب المستخدمة في المداخل التقليدية لدراسة سلوك العملاء نحو علامة معينة؛ حيث إن هذه الأساليب قد لا تكون قادرة على أن تعكس الارتباطات الذهنية لمعرفة العملاء بالعلامة، كما أنها لا تحدد شبكات الارتباطات الذهنية للعلامة وعلاقتها بعضها ببعض وأهميتها النسبية. وفي الوقت نفسه تتعامل مع العملاء بدرجة عالية من التنميط باستخدام قائمة موحدة، هذا بالإضافة إلى أنه في ظل ظروف معينة قد يشعر العملاء أنه من غير المقبول أو المرغوب اجتماعيا التعبير عن رؤاهم وتصوراتهم الحقيقية تعبيراً مباشراً. ويثور التساؤل هنا عن مدى كفاءة الأساليب التقليدية في إمداد شركات الاتصالات (فودافون، وموبينيل، واتصالات) بالتصورات الذهنية التي تعبر عن رؤى العملاء واقتناعاتهم بخدماتها والعناصر الأساسية والتكميلية التي تساعد العملاء في الإحساس بتفرد تلك الخدمات وتفضيلها على منافسيها وأيضا عن مدى كفاءة هذه الأساليب في مساعدة شركات الاتصالات في التعرف إلى نواحي القوى والضعف، توطئة لرسم السياسات التسويقية المناسبة. ويتبنى البحث منهجا كميا - نوعيا باستخدام خرائط التصورات الذهنية ومعادلات المركزية في ذلك الإطار لبناء آلية تتجاوز الأساليب التقليدية سالفة الذكر. وقد أوضحت النتائج ارتباط قيمة العلامة بخصائص الارتباطات الذهنية في إطار المنهج النوعي وتأثير خصائص مركزية الارتباطات الذهنية على قيمة العلامة في إطار المنهج الكمي.
An Improved Hybrid Model Based on Ensemble Features and Regularization Selection for Classification
Authors: Yousefi Tohid , Varlıklar Özlem , Odabas Mehmet Serhat
Published: October 2024

Feature selection is a pivotal process in machine learning, essential for enhancing model performance by reducing dimensionality, improving generalization, and mitigating overfitting. By eliminating irrelevant or redundant features, simpler and more interpretable models are achieved, which generally perform better. In this study, we introduce an advanced hybrid method combining ensemble feature selection and regularization techniques, designed to optimize model accuracy while significantly reducing the number of features required. Applied to a customer satisfaction dataset, our method was first tested without feature selection, where the model achieved a ROC AUC value of 0.946 on the test set using all 369 features. However, after applying our proposed feature selection method, the model achieved a higher ROC AUC value of 0.954, utilizing only 12 key features and completing the task in approximately 43% less time. These findings demonstrate the effectiveness of our approach in producing a more efficient and superior-performing model.
IS A GENIUS WHO TURNS OUT TO BE A TRANSGRESSIVE PERSONSHOCKING?
Authors:   Kazan Innovative University named after V.G. Timiryasov, Iakovleva E.L.
Published: October 2024

The object of the study was a genius from the world of art. The research methods were phenomenological and existential onesl. Based on them, the author tries to understand the mechanisms that became the source of the emergence of the masterpiece as new, spiritually significant for humanity. Creativity, being the true existential of the artist’s existence, contributes to his transitions into imaginary worlds. This fact allows us to call a genius a transgressive personality. As a free and volitional act, transgression takes place within the person, involving them in imaginary worlds. The creative mind of a genius, through contemplation and imagination, perceiving various impulses and creatively transforming them, expands spaces, making it possible to touch theessence of existence and convey what is known in a work of art. Transgressive transition for the creator turns out to be a natural practice, allowing one to go beyond the boundaries of what is permitted. But from the outside, the genius, his ideas, emotions, actions and works look provocative, which allows them to be characterized as shocking. Breaking social norms and shocking people around, the genius and theur outrageousness outline new paths for the development of art.