bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Multiple Millionaires' Problem: New Algorithmic Approaches and Protocols
Authors: Tassa Tamir , Yanai Avishay
Published: July 2024

We study a fundamental problem in Multi-Party Computation, which we call the Multiple Millionaires Problem (MMP). Given a set of private integer inputs, the problem is to identify the subset of inputs that equal the maximum (or minimum) of that set, without revealing any further information on the inputs beyond what is implied by the desired output. Such a problem is a natural extension of the Millionaires Problem, which is the very first Multi-Party Computation problem that was presented in Andrew Yaos seminal work (FOCS 1982). A closely related problem is MaxP, in which the value of the maximum is sought. We study these fundamental problems and describe several algorithmic approaches and protocols for their solution. In addition, we compare the performance of the protocols under several selected settings. As applications of privacy-preserving computation are more and more commonly implemented in industrial systems, MMP and MaxP become important building blocks in privacy-preserving statistics, machine learning, auctions and other domains. One of the prominent advantages of the protocols that we present here is their simplicity. As they solve fundamental problems that are essential building blocks in various application scenarios, we believe that the presented solutions to those problems, and the comparison between them, will serve well future researchers and practitioners of secure distributed computing.
PrivacyLens: On-Device PII Removal from RGB Images using Thermally-Enhanced Sensing
Authors: Iravantchi Yasha , Krolikowski Thomas , Wang William , Shin Kang G. , Sample Alanson
Published: July 2024

Internet-connected cameras support many useful home monitoring and health applications. However, these same cameras indiscriminately capture sensitive and Personally Identifiable Information (PII), limiting their acceptance in certain settings, such as the home. Prior works removed Region of Interest (ROI) to secure images and improve privacy. However, the methods that rely solely on RGB information to find persons are susceptible to environmental and lighting conditions, causing them to fail and leak PII. From our deployment study, nearly half of the images containing persons had a PII leakage when using RGB-only methods. Furthermore, ROI removal is often performed off-device, requiring the server performing these operations to be trustworthy. This work presents the PrivacyLens system, where with the addition of thermal sensing, our system has a significantly enhanced ability to find persons in RGB images and video and efficiently remove them on the device before any data is stored or transmitted, all while staying under typical IoT power constraints. From our aforementioned deployment study in an office-building atrium, family home, and outdoor park environment, the PrivacyLens prototype effectively removes PII with a sanitization rate of 99.1%. Additionally, PrivacyLens can use its embedded GPU to generate on-device features for downstream CV/ML tasks, as shown in three illustrative applications, further reducing the collection and storage of PII.
Overprofiling Analysis on Major Internet Players
Authors: Caravaca Francisco , González-Cabañas José , Cuevas Ángel , Cuevas Rubén
Published: July 2024

Many Internet services obtain their revenue through the delivery of online advertisements based on the commercial exploitation of users’ profiles. The accuracy and size of these profiles have important implications in terms of advertisers’ campaign performance and users’ privacy. Despite the importance of auditing the profiling accuracy, very little effort has been devoted both in industry and academia. This paper presents the most comprehensive auditing effort to understand the profiling accuracy of four major online advertising platforms: Google, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Our work unveils that less than 50% of the assigned interests are relevant. Moreover, platforms can distinguish what interests within the assigned ones are more relevant but hide this information from users and advertisers. Finally, we have proposed a very simple solution that only uses 25 general interests per user. This proposal outperforms all the analyzed platforms in terms of profile accuracy while improving users’ privacy.
Measuring Conditional Anonymity - A Global Study
Authors: Berrang Pascal , Gerhart Paul , Schröder Dominique
Published: July 2024

The realm of digital health is experiencing a global surge, with mobile applications extending their reach into various facets of daily life. From tracking daily eating habits and vital functions to monitoring sleep patterns and even the menstrual cycle, these apps have become ubiquitous in their pursuit of comprehensive health insights. Many of these apps collect sensitive data and promise users to protect their privacy - often through pseudonymization. We analyze the real anonymity that users can expect by this approach and report on our findings. More concretely: We introduce the notion of conditional anonymity sets derived from statistical properties of the population; We measure anonymity sets for two real-world applications and present overarching findings from 39 countries; We develop a graphical tool for people to explore their own anonymity set. One of our case studies is a popular app for tracking the menstruation cycle. Our findings for this app show that, despite their promise to protect privacy, the collected data can be used to identify users up to groups of 5 people in 97% of all the US counties, allowing the de-anonymization of the individuals. Given that the US Supreme Court recently overturned abortion rights, the possibility of determining individuals is a calamity.
Evaluation of Noise Pollution Level in the Metro Construction Site in Mumbai, India
Authors: Massey Joel , Bande Swati
Published: July 2024

Biological communities in natural systems may show more complex responses to noise than expected from direct effects on acoustically oriented taxa through indirect effects that cascade through communities. There is no doubt that the construction of large infrastructure such as railroads, highways, airports, bridges and subways contribute magnificently towards the social-economic opportunities for the development of a region. But the infrastructures though contributing greatly towards development/civilization their construction is also responsible for the deterioration of the natural environment in the greater areas where these projects are located. In this study, we used a simple decibel meter (HT-80A) and other basic assessment techniques to study the environmental impact of the construction work. Noise can directly affect organisms via several mechanisms, such as acoustic masking, distraction and aversive effects, noise should have stronger direct impacts on animals with, as opposed to without, auditory receptors. The radius for the assessment of the negative impacts of construction work on the environment is set based on the observation of the high noise level of construction work reaching a certain distance in comparison to the standard noise level of traffic (75dB(A) – 85dB(A)).The main reason for this study is the daily observation of the use of high-tech & big machinery on the site of metro construction which was emitting high levels of noise & air pollution exceeding the standard noise level set by The Government of India (45dB(A)-65dB(A)) [1]. The findings of this noise level pollution evaluation revealed negative impact such as anxiety, depression, headache, stress etc. due to the construction work of the metro. The environment is deteriorating which is harmful to the social-economic and richness of the ecosystem as well as to the organism living in the locality. This study contributes to society’s richness and maintenance by creating awareness and giving a near to accurate value on the harmful impact of construction work. The project contractors like Stakeholders, Policy Makers and Urban Planners can use this study for refinement of their project in a way such as to use sound-proof barrier around the machines like SANY SR285R which produces noise levels as high as 115 dB(A). This study can also be used to do carry out proper maintenance of the machines depending on the noise level generated.
DEMOKRAT PARTİ DÖNEMİNDE NİĞDE’DE GENEL SEÇİMLER (1950-1960)
Authors: Aydemir Fatih
Published: July 2024

7 Ocak 1946 tarihinde kurulan ve 29 Eylül 1960 tarihinde mahkeme kararı ile kapatılan Demokrat Parti, kuruluşundan yıkılışına kadar ki dönem içerisinde yapılan genel seçimlerin en temel aktörlerinden biri olmuştur. Kuruluşundan itibaren tabanda halkın büyük desteğini alan ve her geçen gün de güçlenerek büyüyen DP, bu gelişimini 1950 seçimleri ile taçlandırmayı başarmış ve iktidar olmuştur. Cumhuriyet Halk Partisi ise DP’nin her geçen gün güçlenmesine karşı önce Belediye seçimlerini ve ardından da genel seçimleri öne alarak DP’yi seçimlerde hazırlıksız yakalamak istemiş bunun dışında da kendi parti tüzük ve programında önemli demokratik değişimler yaparak DP’nin bu demokrasi yükselişini engelleme çalışmıştır. DP’nin CHP ile karşılaştığı ilk genel seçim ise 21 Temmuz 1946 tarihinde yapılan Milletvekilleri genel seçimi olmuştur. Söz konusu bu seçimde her ne kadar CHP galip gelmiş olsa da DP, seçim günü usulsüzlük yapıldığını iddia etmiş ve bu seçimlere itiraz ederek CHP’ye karşı halkın desteğini arkasına almayı başarmıştır. 14 Mayıs 1950 tarihinde yapılan genel seçimler ise DP’nin kazandığı ilk genel seçim olmuştur. DP, 1954 ve 1957 genel seçimlerinde ise bu başarısını tescillemiştir.
Çalışmanın konusunu DP’nin iktidarda olduğu 1950-1954 ve 1957 genel seçimlerinin Niğde ilindeki süreçleri, yansımaları ve neticeleri oluşturmaktadır. Çalışmanın temel kaynağını Cumhurbaşkanlığı Devlet Arşivleri belgeleri, yerel basından Resmi Niğde Gazetesi’nin 1950-1960 yılları arasında yayımlanan haberleri, TÜİK Verileri ile YSK Seçim Sonuçları oluşturmuştur. Bunların dışında çalışmada araştırma ve inceleme eserlerinden de istifade edilmiştir. Edinilen belge ve bilgiler neticesinde DP döneminde yapılan 1950, 1954 ve 1957 Genel Seçimlerinin Niğde özelinde değerlendirmesi yapılmıştır.
Uma perspectiva do cenário logístico da cabotagem na região Amazônica no município de Santana/ AP
Authors: Almeida Ailane Silva de , Silva Eduardo Felipe Barauna da , Miranda Sérgio Barbosa De , Miranda Lidiane de Vilhena Amanajás
Published: July 2024

O objetivo geral deste trabalho é levantar através de uma pesquisa de cunho qualitativo e investigativo a importância da cabotagem no Porto de Santana no município de Santana, Estado do Amapá, principalmente para a exportação tendo em vista a perspectiva da cabotagem. Segundo resolução da agência nacional de transportes aquaviários (Antaq), cabotagem é a navegação realizada entre portos ou pontos de um mesmo país, utilizando para isso a via marítima e as vias navegáveis interiores, ou seja, os rios e mares. A metodologia do trabalho partiu de observações e entrevistas, para a contextualização com a literatura. Como resultado os colaboradores participantes da pesquisa acreditam que as novas operações ativas (comércio da navegação por cabotagem), uma nova matriz multimodal passará a contribuir de maneira dinâmica para melhores negócios das companhias investidoras que priorizará uma maior eficiência das operações de exportação no país.
Movimento Maker e o Uso da Impressora 3D na Educação Básica
Authors: Glória Ernane Martins , Penha Alessandra Lopes Siqueira da , Hora Daniel Jorge Santos da , Moura ian Ritter De , Broseghini Rodolfo Rômulo , Souza Waldeci Cesar de
Published: July 2024

O artigo visa contribuir, por meio de uma revisão de literatura científica, com os processos de ensino e aprendizagem da Educação Básica, destacando a utilização do movimento maker e o uso da impressora 3D. A pesquisa tem como objetivo principal de descrever e identificar como o movimento maker e o uso da impressora 3D podem estimular a criatividade e o protagonismo dos estudantes na Educação Básica. Através de levantamentos bibliográficos na literatura científica, e em artigos publicados em periódicos. Quanto a metodologia delimitamos com o modelo de pesquisa bibliográfica, qualitativa, de natureza básica, exploratória, para alcançarmos os objetivos propostos. Os resultados obtidos mostraram que os alunos envolvidos em experiências que incorporaram essas tecnologias desenvolveram o protagonismo, estimulação da criatividade, pensamento crítico e tomada de decisões.
A cobertura do caso Sarah Lopes pelo Cidade Alerta Amapá
Authors: Silva Alan Milhomem da , Silva Crinsna Martins da
Published: July 2024

O presente artigo tem como objetivo analisar a cobertura do Caso Sarah Lopes pelo programa Cidade Alerta Amapá, da TV Equinócio, afiliada à Rede Record no estado. Para isso, foram mobilizados conceitos relacionados ao telejornalismo policial, sensacionalismo e modos de endereçamento. A investigação empírica deste trabalho se debruça sobre uma amostra cinco edições do programa com o intuito de analisar a cobertura a partir Análise da Materialidade Audiovisual (Coutinho, 2016; 2018). Os resultados demonstram que o telejornal analisado realizou uma cobertura sensacionalista e endereçada ao público que consume este tipo de noticioso, com a exploração de imagens e os comentários excessivos. As reportagens produzidas foram explorando a dramatização do caso com imagens de luto, sofrimento e indignação
Pengaruh Review Beauty Vlogger Dan Kualitas Produk Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Produk Skincare Ms. Glow Dalam Perspektif Ekonomi Islam
Authors: Anisa Ade Novalinda  , Nurhayati Nurhayati
Published: July 2024

: The abundance of skincare products in Indonesia is due to the high enthusiasm of consumers regarding current skincare developments. In sales data for the best-selling skincare products on Shopee and   Tokopedia in 2021-2022, MS.Glow experienced a significant decrease in purchases compared to other brands,namely Somehinc and Scarlett Whitening.   because consumers are starting to have choices. This research uses a quantitative approach method. The data used is primary data taken by distributing questionnaires online via   Google form   to MS.Glow consumers at the Ayudy Beauty Store. The sample used was 70 people. The data analysis used was using validity tests, r reliability tests, classical assumption tests, and hypothesis tests which were processed using SPSS version 21. The results of this research show that the variable beauty vlogger review has no positive and insignificant effect on purchasing decisions, the product quality variable has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions,beauty vlogger review   and product quality in improving purchasing decisions for Ayudy Beauty Store consumers must be based on Islamic religious principles.
Implementasi Model Manajemen Strategik Sumber Daya Manusia Dalam Peningkatan Kualitas Pendidikan
Authors: Hesti Kusumaningrum  , Alif Rahman Hakim  , Ahmad Rizky Nur Rajab  , Rayyana Fithras Kiram
Published: July 2024

This research discusses the implementation of the strategic human resource management model in an effort to improve the quality of education in educational institutions. A strategic management approach to human resources is key in managing and developing the potential of educational staff to achieve better educational goals. Various factors such as HR strategic planning, competency development, application of information and communication technology, and stakeholder involvement, are the focus of this research. The literature study research method is used to collect information from various relevant sources. The research results show that the implementation of the strategic human resource management model makes a positive contribution in improving the quality of education, by providing a structured and holistic framework for human resource management in educational institutions.
Pengaruh Kompensasi dan Kepuasan Kerja terhadap Kinerja Driver Gojek Wilayah Gresik
Authors: Ryan Maulana Ahmad  , Mudji Kuswirno
Published: July 2024

This study is entitled "The Effect of Compensation and Job Satisfaction on the Performance of Gojek Drivers in Gresik Region" This study aims to analyze the effect of compensation and job satisfaction on the performance of Gojek drivers in the Gresik area. It was found that job dissatisfaction can affect overall performance, so it is important to pay attention to these factors in the application-based transportation industry. The thematic analysis method and caulitative approach were used by involving 15 Gojek drivers as research samples. The results showed that compensation has a significant effect on driver performance, both from the aspect of order income and bonuses from customers. It is expected that the results of this study can provide insights and practical solutions to improve the quality and efficiency of Gojek drivers' work.
Analisis Pengaruh Kualitas Situs Web Toko Online Shopee Terhadap Niat Pembelian Online
Authors: Angela Triwani Stefani Sitorus  , Mariana Simanjuntak
Published: July 2024

Abstract
This research analyzes the influence of the quality of the online shop website Shopee on consumers' online purchasing intentions. Using a quantitative approach, this study investigates four dimensions of website quality: information quality, ease of use, website design, and trustworthiness. Data was collected through an online survey of active Shopee users using a questionnaire with a Likert scale. Online purchase intention is measured based on the possibility of buying, desire to buy, and intention to seek information. Statistical analysis was used to determine the relationship between website quality and purchase intention, as well as identify the most influential dimensions. It is hoped that the results of this research will provide insight into developing marketing strategies and improving the performance of online shop websites, especially Shopee, in increasing consumers' online purchasing intentions.
Characterization of a hyperbolic Ricci soliton on sequential warped product manifold
Authors: Pahan Sampa , S. Dutta
Published: July 2024

The destination of the paper is to analyze a hyperbolic Ricci soliton on sequential warped product manifold. We investigate the necessary condition for a hyperbolic Ricci soliton on sequential warped product to become an Einstein manifold when the potential vector field is admitted as a Killing or a conformal vector field. We also arrive at hyperbolic Ricci soliton from sequential warped product under certain given conditions. Later we characterise hyperbolic Ricci soliton on sequential standard static space-time and sequential generalized Robertson-Walker space-time.
Stabilization of linear KdV equation with boundary time-delay feedback and internal saturation
Authors: Taboye Ahmat , Ennouari Toufik
Published: July 2024

This paper investigates the question of stabilization of linear Korteweg-de Vries equation with time-delay on the boundary feedback in presence of saturated source term. Under some conditions the well-posedness is proved. The exponential stability result is demonstrated, using an appropriate Lyapunov functional.
Existence and multiplicity results for Kirchhoff-type superlinear problems involving the fractional p(x)-Laplacian satisfying (C)-condition
Authors: El Ahmadi Mahmoud , Bouabdallah Mohamed , Lamaizi Anass
Published: July 2024

Our focus in this study revolves around investigating a Kirchhoff problem involving the fractional p(x)-Laplacian operator. The purpose is to study the existence and multiplicity of weak solutions for the above problem under appropriate hypotheses on functions f and m. By using the Mountain Pass Theorem with Cerami condition, we show the existence of non-trivial weak solution for the problem without assuming the Ambrosetti-Rabinowitz condition. Furthermore, our second purpose is to determine the precise positive interval of λ for which the above problem admits at least two nontrivial weak solutions. It should be noted that the existence of infinitely many weak solutions is proved by employing the Fountain Theorem.
Analysis of the Influence of Temperature and Humidity on Rainfall in Sindh Province by Vector Autoregression (VAR)
Authors: Naich Saleem Ahmed , Shaikh Zahid Hussain
Published: July 2024

The effects of climate change are relatively local, although it is a worldwide problem. Since climate change has already occurred, it has had a wide variety of effects in almost all regions of the country and has also had an impact on many economic sectors. Rainfall, temperature, cloud cover, wind speed, humidity, and heavy sunlight are the main climatic variables. In order to understand the subsequent changes of these climatic variables, the behaviour of these variables should be studied. which also helps to implement significant policies. Investigating the behaviour of the climatic factors in the past, present, and future is a major problem. Primary goal of this research project was to create an adequate vector autoregression (VAR) model that could forecast monthly temperature, humidity, and rainfall at three meteorological stations in Sindh Province, Pakistan. The Kwiatkowski–Phillips-Schmidt–Shin, Phillips–Perron, and Augmented Dickey–Fuller tests have all verified the stationarity of time series variables. Order of the VAR model was determined by applying Schwarz information criteria, Hannan-Quinn information criteria, Akaike information criteria, final prediction error, and likelihood ratio test. Ordinary least squares approach was the method utilized to estimate the parameters of the model. It was determined that the optimal models for this study were VAR (8) and VAR (7). The structural analyses were performed using the forecast error variance decomposition and impulse response function. These structural studies show that, in the future, humidity, temperature, and rainfall will all be endogenous. The research indicates that humidity and temperature both favour rainfall. When temperature and humidity are both high, rainfall is greatest, and when they are both low, it is minimum. This study suggests that the correlation between temperature and relative humidity holds negligible influence over changes in rainfall patterns.
pensar en la complementariedad
Authors: Pinillos Fuentes Alfredo
Published: July 2024

Niels Bohr acuñó la idea de complementariedad porque se encontraba, a causa del postulado cuántico, ante representaciones heterogéneas que no accedían a síntesis final. La Modernidad se caracterizó por su razón totalizante. En la actualidad, la crisis de la Modernidad nos impele a dar paso a la diferencia, que expresa la plurivocidad de la experiencia humana. La complementariedad se presenta como un paradigma de pensamiento adecuado para dar respuesta, sin perder los logros de la Modernidad, a las demandas posmodernas. Aquí se presentan algunas ideas que ayudan a la definición y prolongación del mismo.
Mallarmé y el “centro de suspensión vibratoria” – El caso Mallarmé. Esbozo (Proposiciones a salto de mata XXIX-XXX)
Authors: Richir Marc , Alvarado Cabellos Ángel
Published: July 2024

El presente texto está compuesto por las proposiciones XXIX y XXX de la obra póstuma de Marc Richir Propositions buissonières (2016). En ellas se aborda la teoría de la creación poética de Mallarmé en términos de una epoché vibratoria del lenguaje, la cual suspende la función de significación de las palabras, para revelarlas en su «parpadeo», es decir, en una movilidad del sentido haciéndose que las lleva a vibrar entre la apariencia de la nada y el simulacro de ser, vibración que no constituye una presencia, sino que es a su vez la resonancia o el eco del instante cartesiano en tanto «desfase diferencial». No obstante, dicha resonancia podría llevar al poeta a obviar el hiato insalvable entre las lenguas y el lenguaje, es decir, a pensar que podría tocar a una suerte de lenguaje o «poema» absolutos. La consecuencia de dicha posición es doble: o se pretende escribir dicho «poema» absoluto, con lo cual el poeta se coloca en el lugar de un pensamiento que se piensa a sí mismo; o se recusa siquiera la posibilidad de concebir tal trascendencia absoluta, con lo cual la creación poética asume su condición de ser un mero «simulacro» o un «lance de dados».
Entrevista a Fernando Miguel Pérez Herranz en la presentación de Más allá de imperios y de naciones (I y II)
Authors: Sánchez Corredera Silverio , Pérez Herranz Fernando Miguel
Published: July 2024

El 12 de mayo de 2024 tuvo lugar la grabación de una entrevista al filósofo Fernando Miguel Pérez Herranz, a propósito de la reciente edición de Más allá de imperios y de naciones, 1: rutas, fronteras y complejidad y Más allá de imperios y de naciones, 2: singularidad imperial: del Mediterráneo al Atlántico (Eikasía, 2023). La entrevista se realizó con la finalidad de ser emitida en las redes sociales, a través de los canales técnicos facilitados por Eikasía.
En el presente artículo, se reproduce por escrito, en una versión bastante ajustada a lo que se dijo oralmente, para que pueda ser consultada con la tranquilidad y perspectiva que ofrece siempre el texto (más clausurado) frente al discurso (más abierto).
A Project-Based Learning at University: Preparing Special Education Teachers
Authors: Khoeriah N. Dede , Effendi Zulfa Rahmah , Astuti Eka Yuli , Nugroho Yuli Sutoto
Published: July 2024

Project Based Learning (PBL) is a student-oriented learning approach based on activities or projects. This study aims to describe the PBL learning model for students in vocational education courses for children with intellectual disabilities. This research focuses on vocational learning for students with modality-based intellectual disabilities; syntax implementation in the PBL model and lesson plans. The research method used is descriptive qualitative. The results showed that through PBL learning there was an increase in student competence in the following aspects: 1) Understanding of the concept of the PBL learning model; 2) the ability to analyze Competencies, especially the mapping of competency units from the Special Competency Standards for Persons with Disabilities in accordance with aspects of knowledge and skills in Competencies; 3) competency in compiling task analysis; 4) competence in understanding the modalities of students with intellectual disabilities. Therefore, the PBL learning model strategy needs to be continuously implemented to form good competence for students as prospective special education teachers.
Preventive Maintenance on CNC Machines Using the OEE Method to Reduce Downtime at PT. MTAT
Authors: Rakes David , Arif Muhammad , Setiawan Agus , Nasution Kerina Putri , Prastyo Yudi
Published: July 2024

This study examines the performance of CNC machines at PT MTAT Indonesia from January to March 2023. Monthly production data, machine uptime, defect rates, and non-productive periods were collected to assess Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of preventive maintenance of CNC machines at PT MTAT Indonesia using the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) method to reduce downtime. This study uses monthly data from January to March 2023, including production uptime, defect rates, and non-productive periods, to calculate OEE. The analysis showed that the CNC machines achieved an average OEE of 86.52%, surpassing the global standard of 85%, indicating high efficiency and quality. The study used Pareto analysis to identify the main causes of downtime, finding technical and maintenance issues as the main contributors. By addressing these factors, PT MTAT Indonesia can further improve machine efficiency and productivity. This study contributes to this field by providing a comprehensive analysis of CNC machine maintenance and proposing strategies for continuous improvement.
Role of Food and Drugs Authority Act, 1992 (PNDCL 305B) and Legislative Instrument (LI) in Regulating Artificial Intelligence Based Medical Devices, Apps, and Systems to Prevent Negligence
Authors: Benneh Mensah George , M. Mijwil Maad , Abotaleb Mostafa , Badr Amr , Adamopoulos Ioannis , S. Arafat Abdullah , Hameed Mohammad
Published: July 2024

Objective: This analysis evaluates whether Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority Act provides adequate statutory basis and policy tools for the medical regulatory authority to evaluate risks and oversee artificial intelligence (AI) based software devices, given complexities of AI technology.
Methods: Case examples of medical AI systems and international regulatory issues establish current challenges for regulators. Specific sections of the Act are analysed regarding definitions, requirements for safety and efficacy evidence, guidelines for changes to approved devices, and post-market powers.
Results and Conclusions: Current law does not provide explicit provisions to require transparency into AI systems’ decision-making or continuous monitoring of real-world performance. However added clauses on privacy and cybersecurity demonstrate a policy precedent for regulating complex technologies.
Recommendations: Updates should enable differentiated evaluation approach based on risk-tiers. Powers for inspecting algorithmic logic require expansion to address AI opacity. 
Novelty and Significance: This represents the first analysis situating medical AI governance within Ghanaian statutes. Stress-testing decades old policy structures against emerging technology risks is both scientifically novel and significant for public health oversight.
Empowering Aquarists a Comprehensive Study On IOT-Enabled Smart Aquarium Systems For Remote Monitoring And Control
Authors: Sheela M.Sahaya , Chand S.Ravi , Gopalakrishnan S. , Choubey Shruti Bhargava , Gopianand M , Hephzipah J.Jasmine
Published: July 2024

owadays, a lot of people keep fish as pets at home and the aquarium keeper has been feeding the fish in the tanks, therefore appropriate setup and upkeep are required. Taking care of the aquarium appears to be somewhat tough for aquarists. The fish's quality of life depends on the aquarium being kept up properly. Changes in water quality, fish feeding, temperature management, light control, and the challenge of physically inspecting aquarium conditions are these problems are experienced.. As such, it is important to monitor the physical characteristics regularly and to improve the quality of the water.  It has water quality management, which levels the aquarium to the perfect conditions by keeping an eye on the physical variations in the tank.  Thus, the system that this model suggests is capable of real-time operation and is fitted with sensors. It carries out turbidity system, water renewal, temperature monitoring, and pH level detection in water and all these things are carried out in the ESP32 controller which contains an inbuit WiFi module. For large-scale aquaculture, an embedded system with a wireless network technology and a water quality testing unit was proposed. The aquarium's state is tracked and sent to the user's mobile application via Thingspeak IoT platfrom.
Persepsi Pemustaka terhadap Brand Positioning dalam Meningkatkan Citra Perpustakaan Proklamator Bung Hatta Bukittinggi
Authors: Syah Rizky Erman , Marlini Marlini
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe how the perception of users of brand positioning in improving the image of the library Proklamator Bung Hatta Bukittinggi. The type of research used is quantitative research with descriptive methods. The population in this study is a member of the library that has been registered in the library of the Proklamator Bung Hatta Bukittinggi amounting to 16,673 people. The sampling technique used is simple random sampling. The number of samples in this study as many as 80 samples using the slovin formula with a precision of 10%. In this study, researchers used questionnaires as an instrument. Data collection technique is done by distributing questionnaires to all research samples with data analysis techniques include normality test, linearity test, correlation test, and T test. The results showed that brand positioning has a significant relationship to the image of the library. Brand positioning variable (X) has a relationship to the image library (Y) with the t test shows the sig. of 0.000 < 0.005 and the value of t count of 40.976 > t table 1.987.
Home Learning and Achievement of Core Competencies among Learners in Public Primary Schools in Nandi County
Authors: Jeptoo Elizabeth , Nyatuka Benard , Pacho Titus
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study was to explore the contribution of home learning to the achievement of core competencies among learners in public primary schools in Nandi County, Kenya. The study was guided by Joyce Epstein’s Model of Parental Involvement, published in 2002. The sample size comprised 293 participants, including 6 sub-county education officers, 24 head teachers, and 263 parents. Multistage sampling was used to determine the schools that would participate in the study. The research instruments used for data collection were questionnaires for parents and interview schedules for sub-county education officers and head teachers. Qualitative data was analyzed using thematic analysis. The study results showed that home learning, as a parental involvement strategy, was positively related to the achievement of core competencies among learners (r=0.348; p= 0.000 statistically). The study rejected the null hypotheses. Engaging in learning activities together at home, such as reading or homework support, appears to be an effective strategy for boosting achievement. In conclusion, engaging in learning activities together at home is an excellent way to boost achievement, offering a range of benefits beyond improved grades. Parents of pupils who demonstrate a good understanding of digital literacy support their children at home in developing technology-related skills. The study recommends that school management develop clear and concise guidelines for parents on how to effectively support home learning for problem-solving and critical thinking skills. These guidelines can include tips, suggested activities, and resources.
Bibliometric Analysis of Gamification-Based Learning Media
Authors: Herlambang Arthur Muhamad Taufan
Published: July 2024

This research aims to analyze the Gamification learning method's impact and the trends in research regarding Gamification. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive method using a bibliometric approach starting from defining the keywords “Gamifikasi (Gamification)” and ”Jurnal” in the Publish or Perish application using the Scopus database. Article selection was carried out based on predetermined categories and a total of 21 articles were obtained that fit the predetermined categories. Then the articles obtained are compiled based on metadata using the Mendeley and the Vosviewer application to create visualizations. The research results show that based on bibliometric analysis gamification has been categorized into ten clusters. The application of gamification in the education sector is needed in the learning process to support the learning process and improve students' skills or learning outcomes at the upper secondary level. Previous research also shows that the use of gamification-based learning media in the world of education, more precisely at the high school level, provides benefits or influence for both teachers and students. The results of the bibliometric research that has been carried out show that there are quite a lot of articles discussing gamification-based learning media on the Scopus platform and are already in the top Quartile, namely Quartile 1. However, for articles discussing gamification-based learning media, especially those that originating from Indonesia, there are still very few found there. Therefore, the research results show that the topic of gamification-based learning media, especially in Indonesia, is still very amenable to research and discussion in the future.
Meta Region Brand, a tool for economic and tourist strengthening for the plain’s territory
Authors: Cárdenas-Londoño Laura Valentina , Bernate-Martínez Juan Manuel
Published: July 2024

The region brand is a marketing strategy that involves the creation of an identity and image for a particular territory, including the development of a brand, a logo and other visual elements that represent the cultural, historical and natural attractions of the region that seeks to promote the economy of the territory and influence the improvement of the living conditions of the population. The objective of the research is to explore whether the Meta region brand can be considered a tool for strengthening the tourism economy. Mixed research was developed, based on an exploratory and descriptive qualitative method and the quantitative method, with the purpose of recognizing the main problems of the territory, in terms of brand recall and positioning of the Meta department. Meta has five tourist routes identified by the Meta Tourism Institute (Embrujo llanero, Amanecer llanero, Piedemonte llanero, La Macarena and Villavicencio), these have not yet been positioned in the minds of tourists and even those born in the territory. The promotion of nature tourism protected natural areas, and cultural tourism can strengthen the tourism industry and create new job opportunities for local communities.
The advancement of Industry 4.0 and the transformations in the labor market Closing gender gaps? Policies under debate
Authors: Fiorentin Florencia Alejandra , Llorca Luciana , Suarez Diana Valeria , Goren Nora Judith
Published: July 2024

The writing aims to share the progress of a research project that analyzes three strategic economic sectors for Argentina's sustainable and inclusive development, such as the Science and Technology sector, the Popular Economy, and Industry 4.0. We will focus on the latter, one of the economy's most dynamic sectors and with great capacity for expansion and job creation. In dialogue with profound changes being carried out aimed at promoting gender equality, and in line with the presence of gender machinery at the highest state levels, we propose to account for the policies and actions being carried out at the National level, at the level of the Province of Buenos Aires, in Córdoba and Santa Fe, which seek to close inequality gaps in the sector. These provinces were selected based on having Women's Ministries where one of their objectives is to mainstream the gender perspective in state management. Along these lines, the programs and actions carried out by the aforementioned ministries will be presented, as well as those specific to the sector, typifying them based on what type of gender gap they are addressing. Whether it addresses labor segmentation or, on the other hand, addresses other issues linked to violence, care, participation and promotion, and income.
ANALYSIS OF THE ONBOARDING AND ORIENTATION PROCESS OF EMPLOYEES IN CENTRAL SERBIAN ORGANIZATIONS
Authors: Tot Vilmos
Published: July 2024

In this paper, the authors aimed to investigate the characteristics of the orientation and onboarding processes in organizations in Central Serbia. The main hypothesis, which was confirmed, is that there are statistically significant results in recognizing the activities of the onboarding and orientation processes. Based on this hypothesis, the primary goal of the paper was directed towards identifying the shortcomings of the onboarding and orientation processes of employees in the surveyed organizations. The study involved 127 respondents employed at all three management levels in 86 organizations in Central Serbia. The research results, among other things, indicate shortcomings in the employee orientation and onboarding processes, which represent the basis for its improvement to fulfill its primary function of contributing to gaining a competitive advantage.
Screening and morphological characterization of taro (Colocasia sp.)
Authors: Md. Abu Zafur Al Munsur  , Sufia Begum  , Md. Habibur Rahman  , M.A. Rahim
Published: July 2024

Eight genotypes of Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum and one genotype of C. gigantea collectedfrom different localities were studied for their morphological differences and genetic variability. Based on the International Plant Genetic Resources Institute descriptors for taro, with some modifications, twelve morphological traits were evaluated to analyze the nature and extent of variability in the edible germplasm of C. esculenta var. antiquorum and C. gigantea. Significant differences, together with wide ranges of variation observed in most genotypes, indicate the existence of variability among the genotypes. The highest yield per plant was observed in genotype CE-2, followed by CE-4, while the lowest yield was recorded in CE-3. Genotypicvariance and the coefficient of variation for most traits were remarkably higher than their corresponding phenotypic variances, suggesting the existence of inherent gene tic variation.
Effect of modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) on quality and shelf-life of cucumber during cold storage
Authors: Singh Sudhir , Chaurasia S.N.S. , Sharma Swati , Behera T.K.
Published: July 2024

Cucumber cultivar ‘Malini’ fruits were packaged in expanded polyethylene biopolymer (20µFlexfresh) having two oxygen transmission rates (OTR) of 2500 cc/kg/24 h and 6000 cc/2kg/24 h and were assessed for nutritional and sensory qualities during storage at 10 and 15oC. Minimum weight loss (10.09%) was observed in packaged cucumber while control fruits exhibited maximum weight loss (60.72%) after 18 days of MAP storage at 15oC. The firmness in cucumber at harvest was 8.24N which reduced to 4.68 and 4.72N in control after four weeks of storage at 10 and 15oC, respectively. The losses in ascorbic acid (68.3% and 65.8%) and total phenolics content (58% and 53.4%) were high in control and packaged fruits after four weeks of MAP storage at 10 and 15oC, respectively. Polyphenol oxidase enzyme activity was higher in untreated cucumber fruit. The overall acceptability sensory score of 7.09 and 7.01 was observed for packaged cucumber fruits after 21 and 28 days of storage at 10 and 15oC, respectively.
Study on the physiological impact of salicylic acid and kinetin on growth dynamics, floral morphogenesis and seed yield of Sweet William
Authors: Priyanka Kumari  , Thupten Tsomu  , A. K. Singh  , Ampee Tasung  , Ashim Debnath  , M. M. Sharma  , Samikhya Bhuyan  , Duyi Samyor  , Tijeshwari Sahu  , Yogendra Kumar
Published: July 2024

This study investigated the impact of salicylic acid and kinetin on the growth, flowering, and seed yield of Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus L.). This research, conducted at the Department of Horticulture, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, aimed to assess the effects of different concentrations of salicylic acid (SA) and kinetin on Sweet William. Employing concentrations ranging from 10 ppm to 40 ppm for SA and 5 ppm to 20 ppm for kinetin, alongside a control group, the study utilized a Randomized Block Design with three replications. Noteworthy outcomes included SA at 20 ppm inducing maximum plant height at 60 days after treatment (DAT), while kinetin at 15 ppm exhibited the highest plant height at 90 DAT. SA at 20 ppm influenced primary and secondary branches, stem diameter, and leaf count. It accelerated bud initiation at 55 DAT and prompted the earliest floral anthesis at 66.16 DAT, acting as a blooming time regulator. Kinetin at 20 ppm stimulated the highest number of flowers per plant (543.83) and increased the fresh and dry weight of flowers at 10 ppm. Additionally, kinetin at 20 ppm enhanced seed production. SA at 40 ppm recorded the highest seed yield per plant and 1000 seed weight. Optimal treatment involves SA at 20 ppm for enhanced growth and flowering, while kinetin at 20 ppm positively influences flower and seed production. These findings contribute to our understanding of plant growth regulators in floriculture crops as there is a huge potential for annuals in the floriculture market at present.
Effect of pollen morphology on hybridization and seed setting in hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa sinensis)
Authors: Praveen Naik K.T.  , Majumder Jayoti , Koley Tanushree , Adhikary Kunal
Published: July 2024

Pollen studies are vital for selecting suitable pollen donor and enabling successful cross-breeding in Hibiscus rosa sinensis. A crucial pollen morphometry and viability experiment involving 10 hibiscus varieties was conducted at BCKV, West Bengal, in 2021-22. Pollen viability of the germplasm was determined by using an acetocarmine solution. The highest pollen viability was found in Versicolour Pinwheel (95.12%), followed by Cherry Glow (92.28%). Following a thorough screening, the three most promising pollen parent varieties, i.e., Brilliant, Versicolour Pinwheel, and Cherry Glow, were selected. Hybridization (line x tester) was performed to understand the effects of pollination on seed set and to confirm cross-compatibility. Among all possible combinations in the one-line cross, Cinnamon Girl displayed high-degree compatibility with all 3 pollen donors. Double Peach exhibited compatibility with Versicolour Pinwheel, while Agni showed compatibility with Cherry Glow for a desirable seed set. The percentage of capsule set varied widely from 0 - 45.67%. These variations in capsule set percentages could be attributed to differences in compatibility between various genotypes, pollen viability percentages, pollen tube growth rates, and potentially fluctuating climatic conditions during the blooming period. This report is beneficial for the breeders to identify potential pollen donors for successful hybridization programs.
Genetic inheritance of flower colour pattern and governing gene action in segregating population of pansy
Authors: K.K. Dhatt  , Bolagam Ravikumar
Published: July 2024

Viola wittrokiana (Pansy) is most popularly used garden and landscaping plant, due to its numerous bloom colors, long blossoming season (mid-autumn to late spring), and endurance to freezing temperatures. In addition to retaining other significant vegetative and reproductive properties of the crop, the breeding programs of floricultural crops place a strong emphasis on introducing color variety to the existing pool. The current study was conducted at department of Floriculture and Landscaping, Punjab Agricultural University-India. Experimental plant material was consisted of four inbred line of pansy viz., Pa-11-1-3-7,Pa-24-4, Pa-64-1-5-14 and Pa-63-1-7-25 were crossed to obtain two cross combinations. The results suggested that, a lot of genetic variability was existence in flower colour pattern and there were involvement of two or more genes but  they were not interacting with each other which gave raised to several modifications of the typical dihybrid (9:3:3:1) F₂ ratio into several gene interactions. In the Pa-11-1-3-7 and Pa-24-4 cross ‘V’ gene was mask the effect of gene ‘W’ and ‘w’ and the interactions was inhibitory gene action (13:3).  The cross Pa-64-1-5-14 and Pa-63-1-7-25 were reported complementary gene action (9:7) and gene ‘V’ was epistatic to gene P/p. It was concluded that inheritance of flower colour was not a simple trait, many different kind of gene interaction were emergent with involvement of different kind of alleles for this particular trait.
Generative traits of litchi (Litchi × chinensis Sonn.) cultivars in Shiwalik foothills of North-West Himalayas
Authors: Ahmad Masood , Kumar Pramod , Sharma Uday , Chib Pratibha
Published: July 2024

Full-bearing litchi trees (20-year-old) of five cultivars, namely, Early Large Red (ELR), Dehradun, Calcuttia, Rose Scented (RS) and Seedless Late (SL) were examined for cropping behaviour, flowering, fruit yield and quality traits in the Shiwalik foothills of north-west Himalaya. The findings revealed a significant difference between cultivars in terms of growth indices, flowering, fruiting and fruit quality traits. Dehradun had the highest trees spread, with corresponding values of 35.2, 18 and 14 per cent in SL, RS and ELR. In most cultivars, flower bud differentiation began in December and finished in the first week of February cultivar. ELR documented the earliest to bud burst. Maximum fruit set was recorded in Dehradun followed by ELR when compared to SL and Calcuttia. In terms of deviation from optimum percentage (DOP) indexing, ELR, Dehradun, and Calcuttia exhibited positive values for leaf N, P, and K except SL and RS, where it was negative for leaf N and K contents.