bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Creating Face Transition using Deep Fake Technology with its Architecture
Authors: Malgunde Prajakta
Published: November 2023

Deep fake videos are videos where the features and expressions of a person are replaced with the features and expressions of another person. Videos can be converted or manipulated using powerful Deep Learning techniques. This technology may be used in wrong way or maliciously as a means of spreading misinformation of any activity, manipulation, and persuasion. Currently there are not many solutions to identify products of Deep fake technology, although there is significant research being conducted to tackle or handle with this problem. Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) is the one often researched deep learning technology. These networks preferred to develop or generate the non-existing patterns or creations. In this work, we’re working on the development of first order motion model for image animation using Dense motion network. Using key point detectors as a baseline, we train a GAN and extract the facial landmarks from the driving video and building the embedding model to create the synthesized video using the dedicated module to prepare the Deep fakes. At the end, we shows a model to get the efficacy of a group of GAN generators using dense motion networks. Our results generate the augmented animation video using the sequel driving combination of driving video with source image. This project can be used in many areas like multiplying the dataset counts with minimum number source, CG platforms where gaming industry animation industry using to create real-time backgrounds characters, Cloth translations, 3D object generation, etc
Plucking Flowers using Soft Robot
Authors: Jyothi Mrs. N. Krishna
Published: November 2023

Abstract: Soft robotics is a subfield of robotics that concerns the design, control, and fabrication of robots composed of complaint materials, instead of rigid links. In contrast to the rigid-bodied robots built from metals, ceramics, and hard plastics, the compliance of soft robots can improve their safety when working in close contact with humans. The main objective of this project is to pluck flowers using a soft robot. The proposed system is designed to provide gentle manipulation of flowers in a horticultural setting. The soft robot is composed of flexible and deformable materials, such as silicone or elastomer, and is designed to mimic the motion and compliance of human fingers. The system is implemented and tested in a real-world scenario, and the results show that it can effectively pluck flowers without causing damage or injury to the plant. The proposed approach has potential applications in the floriculture industry, where the system can improve efficiency and reduce labour costs, while also minimizing damage to the flowers
An Ensemble Approach to Chronic Kidney Disease’s Diagnosis
Authors: Jain Uday
Published: November 2023

Abstract: The most essential priority right now is healthcare which incorporates the identification, treatment, prevention, and management of illness, injury, or sickness. Chronic diseases, the most harmful type of diseases, are more prevalent in senior individuals and are often treatable but incur a significant financial cost, adding to the challenges the patient and the patient's family already confront. These have great impacts on the kidneys, damaging the waste-filtering mechanism of the body. As a result, technologies like artificial intelligence (machine learning-ML as well as deep learning-DL) are now being used to forecast and enhance the health of human systems in an efficient, inexpensive and reliable way. In this study, a stacking model with SVC, Adaboost and Random forest is being proposed which is trained on a dataset (n=400) collected in india over a time span of two months which includes 25 features (including red blood cell (RBC) count, white blood cell (WBC) count, etc). The data went through Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), followed by feature extraction using Adaboost. This data was then used for model training using different classifiers, including the proposed model. The stacking model gave best accuracy (100%), precision (100%) and recall (100%) in comparison to SVC (Support Vector Classifier), Random forest and Adaboost models used individually.
Enhanced Network Intrusion Detection System Using Machine Learning
Authors: Singh Vinay
Published: November 2023

Abstract: In order to forecast anomalies more correctly, a moderately excellent network detection system for intrusions requires a high rate of detection and a relatively low false alarm rate. Because older datasets cannot capture the design of a set of recent attacks, modeling on the basis of these datasets lacks generalizability. We discuss numerous models before concluding with the one that performs best utilizing various types of evaluation measures. Along with modeling, a detailed data analysis on the properties of the set of data itself is performed for a more complete picture employing our comprehension of a correlation variance, and similar aspects. Furthermore, hypothetical considerations for potential network intrusion detection systems are presented, including advice on prospective modeling and dataset production.
The Existence of Jinn in the Perspectives of Mufassirin
Authors: Nur Faisal Muhammad
Published: November 2023

Allah created the jinn, which are invisible creatures. Allah created them before humans, according to the Quran. However, the existence of jinn and demons in the physical world has always been a subject of search and attention for every intellectual group that seeks to prove their existence. The purpose of this research is to understand the understanding of the mufassirin scholars regarding the existence of jinn and demons in the physical world, as well as their attitudes towards their existence. This research utilizes a literature review method based on the classical books of the Mufassirin scholars. The results of the study indicate that (1) jinn are creatures created by Allah before humans, (2) Jinn exist in the physical world even though humans cannot observe their presence, (3) Believing in the existence of jinn in the physical world is part of having faith in the unseen, (4) Believing in the existence of jinn and demons in the physical world is by the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah.
Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Coffee Extract for Catalysis
Authors: Alafandi Lama , Rahman Ricca , Engliman Sakinah , Mastuli Mohd Sufri
Published: November 2023

The green synthesis method for producing metal nanoparticles has become more popular because it is more environmentally friendly and low cost. This study used a green approach to synthesize silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using coffee Arabica bean's extract to reduce and stabilizing agents. The coffee extract was analyzed using GC-MS to identify the bioactive compounds in the extract, and Folin-Ciocalteu colorimetric test was done to find the total phenols in the extract. Later, the extract was used in the synthesis of AgNPs. Effects of synthesis parameters such as temperature, reaction time, pH, and amount of coffee extract on the formation of AgNPs were investigated. The formation of AgNPs was mainly observed using UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy. It was found that pH influenced the size of particles produced in which higher pH produce smaller particles than lower pH while other synthesis parameters mainly affected the yield of the AgNPs. The catalytic application of as-synthesized AgNPs was then evaluated in reducing methylene blue (MB) dye in a solution using NaBH4 as a reducing agent. The results show that the green- synthesized AgNPs were capable of catalyzing the reduction of MB dye in the solution.
Sosialisasi Bank Syariah Pada Usaha Mikro Kecil Menengah di Desa Pager dalam menggerakkan ekonomi daerah
Authors: Ulya Husna , Wulandari Niken Ayu
Published: November 2023

Pembiayaam modal bagi pelaku UMKM di Desa Pager difokuskan pada perbankan konvensional saja,Â  karena di Desa Pager belum tersentuh perbankan syariah. Karena Kampung Pager belum tersentuh perbankan syariah. Program studi perbankan syariah berinisiatif memberikan sosialisasi kepada masyarakat Desa Pager mengenai perbankan syariah. Sosialisasi merupakan kegiatan masyarakat dimana masyarakat telah belajar dan mengajarkan untuk melatih diri dalam kontribusi sosial sesuai dengan potensi yang dimiliki masing-masing. Sementara untuk pelaku usaha adalah model produk pembiayaan. Pembiayaan adalah kegiatan yang dilakukan oleh dua pihak dengan menyediakan fasilitas jasa keuangan atau jasa keuangan (pihak pertama) untuk mendukung keberlangsungan usaha mikro, menengah, dan besar yang telah direncanakan (pihak kedua) agar berkelanjutan. Sedangkan bagi pelaku usaha dalam model produk pembiayaan. Usaha produk pembiayaan di perbankan syariah beragam dan banyak sehingga masyarakat dapat mengajukan pembiayaan sesuai dengan kebutuhan masing-masing. Dalam penelitian ini, peneliti menggunakan metode Asset Based Community Development (ABCD), yang mengutamakan pemanfaatan aset dan potensi serta bagaimana masyarakat memilikinya. Dari metode ini, hasilnya peneliti berharap masyarakat lebih memahami tentang perbankan syariah dan pembiayaan di perbankan syariah.Public financing is directly focused on conventional banking because, in Pager Village, sharia banking has yet to be touched. Because the Pager Village had yet to be touched by sharia banking. The sharia banking study program took the initiative to provide socialization to the Pager Village community regarding sharia banking. Socialization is a community activity where the community has learned and taught to train themselves in social contribution according to their respective potentials. While for business actors were the financing product model. Financing is an activity carried out by two parties by providing financial or financial service facilities (the first party) to support the sustainability of micro, medium, and large businesses that have been planned (the second party) to be sustainable. While for business actors in the financing product model. Businesses financing products in Islamic banking were diverse and numerous, so the public could apply for financing according to their individual needs. In this study, researchers used the Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) method, which prioritizes utilizing assets and potentials and how the community owned them. From this method, the result that researcher hopes that the public will understand more about Islamic banking and financing in Islamic banking.
Perfil da Hepatite C em Goiás: epidemiologia, distribuição genotípica e carga viral.
Authors: Vilarinho Ulisses dos Santos , Sampaio Débora Filgueiras , Mendonça Ana Flávia , Arruda Fabrícia Alves , Manrique Edna Joana Cláudio
Published: November 2023

Objetivo: o objetivo do estudo foi avaliar o perfil epidemiológico, genotípico e carga viral (CV) do vírus da hepatite C (HCV). Métodos: Estudo observacional analítico do tipo transversal, com dados de janeiro de 2018 a dezembro de 2021. O estudo analisou dados referentes a genotipagem, CV e do Formulário de Solicitação de CV do HCV, obtidos no Laboratório Estadual de Saúde Pública do estado de Goiás. Resultados: A maioria dos casos de HCV, concentram-se nas macrorregiões de saúde Centro Sudeste (42,90%) e Centro Oeste (34,15%) do Estado, com maior frequência do genótipo 1 (subtipos 1a, 1b e 1d), seguido do G3 e presença dos G2, G4 e G5. O G1 vem diminuindo a frequência ao decorrer dos anos, enquanto o G3 aumenta. Em geral, 49,33% dos casos apresentam alta CV (> 1.000.000 UI/mL). Em relação ao sexo, 31,75% dos indivíduos do sexo masculino apresentaram CV nessa mesma faixa, e o sexo feminino com 17,58%. A CV foi consideravelmente alta, com o sexo feminino, em destaque as mulheres em idade fértil, apresentando CV significativamente menor que o sexo masculino. Foram identificados o subtipo 1d e o genótipo 5 nas macrorregiões de saúde Centro Sudeste e Centro Oeste, respectivamente, incomuns na região Central do Brasil. Conclusão: Os dados apresentados, demonstram que o HCV pode estar em expansão, com o aparecimento de novos genótipos, subtipos e também demonstra uma mudança na distribuição genotípica, no estado de Goiás nos últimos anos.
Perfil dos autores e características da violência contra mulheres em um centro de referência de Campina Grande, Paraíba – Brasil.
Authors: Lima Maria Angelica de Sousa , Santos Anna Karoline Cândido dos , Lima Tais Layane de Sousa , Santos Sheila Milena Pessoa dos , Noronha Juliana Andréia Fernandes , Gonçalves Roberta Lima
Published: November 2023

Introdução: A violência de gênero é uma grave violação dos direitos humanos e resulta das relações desiguais de poder entre mulheres e homens. A caracterização da violência pode contribuir para ações de enfrentamento a partir dos fatores relacionados aos agressores e aos atos violentos. Objetivo: Analisar o perfil dos autores e as características da violência perpetrada contra a mulher em um Centro de Referência do Nordeste brasileiro. Métodos: Estudo quantitativo, transversal, descritivo, do tipo documental, desenvolvido entre setembro e novembro de 2021, a partir de fichas de atendimento de 250 mulheres em situação de violência. Utilizou-se um instrumento estruturado e a análise descritiva foi realizada por meio da frequência absoluta e relativa. Resultados: Predominam os autores na faixa etária de 36 a 50 anos, ensino médio completo, gênero masculino e heterossexual, casado, empregado e em ocupação de caráter formal. A maioria dos autores são conhecidos das mulheres, usuários de drogas lícitas e possuem grau de relação de companheiro. A violência psicológica e a violência física foram as mais frequentes, em alguns casos atrelados ao uso de objetos. Conclusão: O estudo identificou o perfil dos autores e as características relacionadas ao ato de violência contra as mulheres. Tais informações contribuem para conformar políticas, medidas socioeducativas e intervenções mais eficazes que podem ser instauradas no âmbito público.
Subgroup Analysis Shows High COVID-19 Burden Is Associated With Increased Adverse Drug Effect Related Mortality in The United States: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Authors: Xiong Liang
Published: November 2023

COVID-19 caused substantial damage for the world and more than one
million individuals succumbed to this contagious disease. During the
2020-2021 autumn-winter season, there was a huge wave of new COVID-19
infection cases in the United States (US). We intend to investigate
whether this high COVID-19 burden had a link to adverse drug reactions
in the US, thus we extracted online data from the US Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) comparing the adverse drug effect-related mortality
between two autumn-winter seasons (2020/2021 cohort 1 vs 2022/2023
cohort 2). The primary outcome is measured via multi-variable logistic
regression models which adjust age, sex, and drug indication. A second
analysis investigated the association between the high COVID-19 burden
and the adverse drug effect mortality for the 25 most reported drugs
during the two seasons. The average age is 58.87 vs 59.27 years,
respectively. In Cohort 1 54.29% are females and in Cohort 2 the
percentage is 55.32%. The crude mortality in Cohort 1 is 19.80% and in
Cohort 2 it is 20.72%. We did not find a positively significant primary
outcome and the odd ratio (OR) of high COVID-19 burden for adverse drug
effect mortality is 0.946 (95%CI 0.926-0.965, p < .0001).
However, the subgroup analysis shows for some drugs, most of which
compromise the immune response, the high COVID-19 burden is linked to
increased risk of death significantly. They include adalimumab,
clozapine, duplilumab, lendlidomide, palbocicib, pomalidomide,
rivaroxaban, tofacitib, ibrutinib, and updadacit. Our study probably
provides preliminary evidence supposing that patients suffering an
adverse drug effect involving the immune system from medications might
be at increased risk for deteriorating outcomes during the high pandemic
burden period of a serious and contagious disease. However, future
prospective studies are needed to confirm the results. We think an
adverse drug reaction mitigation strategy during future pandemics is
needed to better protect those who take these drugs.
Multi-Camera Enhanced Real-Time Content- Aware Vehicle Detection: An Economical and Robust Solution
Authors: Mafaz Mohamed , IKarthiga * , Priya S.Sharon
Published: November 2023

This paper introduces an open-source solution for real-time
object awareness in the context of intelligent vehicles, designed to
seamlessly adapt to simulation environments. The system transcends
traditional vehicle detection, offering a comprehensive framework that
includes object classification, precise location, and rotation
estimation.
Leveraging a multi-camera setup, our approach
provides a comprehensive understanding of the surrounding environment,
extending beyond vehicle recognition to include various other objects.
What sets our solution apart is its capability to efficiently reformat
and transition to simulation environments like Blender, enabling
integration and testing within virtual contexts.
The core
components of our system encompass data collection, preprocessing, deep
learning model selection, Use of Look up table, model training,
efficient inference, and post- processing techniques. Designed for
open-source collaboration, this solution is positioned for continuous
improvement, adaptation to evolving needs, and addressing emerging
challenges in the field of intelligent transportation and related
domains.
This paper represents a foundational step towards
establishing an accessible and adaptable real-time object awareness
system, encouraging innovation and research in the realm of intelligent
vehicles and their applications, both in the real world and in simulated
environments
Modular deep learning approach for wind farm power forecasting and wake loss prediction
Authors: Ally Stijn , Daems Pieter-Jan , Verstraeten Timothy , Nowé Ann , Vub Jan Helsen
Published: November 2023

Power production of offshore wind farms depends on many
parameters and is significantly affected by wake losses. Due to the
intermittency of wind power and its rapidly increasing share in the
total energy mix, accurate forecasting of wind farm power production
becomes increasingly important. This paper presents a data-driven
methodology for forecasting power production and wake losses of wind
farms, taking the dynamics of weather conditions into account. A modular
approach is adopted by integrating multiple deep neural networks,
resulting in a digital twin of the wind farm that can be interfaced with
weather forecasts of different meteorological service providers. Another
key advantage of the employed data-driven approach is its high
prediction speed compared to physics-based methods, such that it can be
employed for applications where real-time power forecasting is required.
The methodology has been applied to two large offshore wind farms
located within the Belgian-Dutch wind farm cluster in the North Sea.
Globally Optimal Simultaneous Heat Exchanger Network Synthesis and Basic Heat Exchanger Design
Authors: Oliva Diego , Nahes Andre Moreira , Lemos Julia , Costa André , Bagajewicz Miguel
Published: November 2023

In this article, we extend a previously developed globally optimal
enumeration methodology for the synthesis of Heat Exchanger Networks to
the simultaneous synthesis of the network and the basic design of Heat
Exchangers. Our procedure guarantees global optimality, unlike previous
approaches, such as Pinch Technology, metaheuristics, or mathematical
programming that do not guarantee it and sometimes do not even guarantee
local optimality. The procedure is not iterative, and does not present
any convergence issues. To enumerate HEN structures, we use linear
methods and for the HEX design we use Set Trimming followed by sorting.
In addition, because some network structures are incompatible with
single shell exchangers, we use multiple shell exchangers in series. The
comparison of the results of the proposed approach with two solution
alternatives from the literature in two different problems indicates
that considerable cost reductions may be obtained.
Data Reconciliation and Gross Error Detection in Industrial Processes: State of the Art and Focus on Heat Transfer
Authors: Loyola-Fuentes Jose , Diaz-Bejarano Emilio , Planelles Carlos , Coletti Francesco
Published: November 2023

In a variety of systems, heat transfer is crucial for the optimal use of
energy. The correct interpretation of heat transfer data is driven
heavily by data pre-processing. Examples are Data Reconciliation (DR)
and Gross Error Detection (GED). These techniques are suitable when a
process model is available. This is advantageous compared to statistical
methods, since the physical relationships among measured variables are
considered. This make the use of DR and GED in heat transfer
applications convenient, as conservation laws are usually well derived.
This work aims to review the most common methods for DR and GED, in the
context of heat transfer equipment. Preliminary concepts for these
techniques are provided. Then, each method is described with their
advantages and disadvantages. Next, the focus is turned into heat
transfer applications. Finally, guidelines are proposed to guide the
selection of suitable DR and GED strategies in future heat transfer
studies.
AllergoOncology: Biomarkers and Refined Classification for Research in the Allergy and Glioma Nexus - a Joint EAACI-EANO Position Paper
Authors: Poli Aurelie , Turner Michelle , Radzikowska Urszula , Ferastraoaru Denisa , Pascal Mariona , Wesseling Pieter , McCraw Alex , Backes Claudine , Bax Heather , Bergmann Christoph , Bianchini Rodolfo , Cari Luigi , Vecillas Leticia De las , Izquierdo Elena , Mogensen Frida Lind-Holm , Michelucci Alessandro , Nazarov Petr V. , Niclou Simone P. , Nocentini Giuseppe , Ollert Markus , Preusser Matthias , Rohr-Udilova Nataliya , Scafidi Andrea , Toth Reka , Hemelrijck Mieke Van , Weller Michael , Jappe Uta , Escribese Maria , Jensen-Jarolim Erika , Karagiannis Sophia
Published: November 2023

Epidemiological studies have explored the relationship between allergic
diseases and cancer risk or prognosis in AllergoOncology. Some studies
suggest an inverse association, but uncertainties remain, including in
IgE-mediated diseases and glioma. Allergic disease stems from a
Th2-biased immune response to allergens in predisposed atopic
individuals. Allergic disorders vary in phenotype, genotype, and
endotype, affecting their pathophysiology. Beyond clinical manifestation
and commonly used clinical markers, there is ongoing research to
identify novel biomarkers for allergy diagnosis, monitoring, severity
assessment, and treatment. Gliomas, the most common and diverse brain
tumours, have in parallel undergone changes in classification over time,
with specific molecular biomarkers defining glioma subtypes. Gliomas
exhibit a complex tumour-immune interphase and distinct immune
microenvironment features. Immunotherapy and targeted therapy hold
promise for primary brain tumour treatment, but require more specific
and effective approaches. Animal studies indicate allergic airway
inflammation may delay glioma progression. This collaborative European
Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and European
Association of Neuro-Oncology (EANO) Position Paper summarizes recent
advances and emerging biomarkers for refined allergy and adult-type
diffuse glioma classification to inform future epidemiological and
clinical studies. Future research is needed to enhance our understanding
of immune-glioma interactions to ultimately improve patient prognosis
and survival.
The mid-term impact of the SARS-CoV-2 infection on senescence profile and immune checkpoints in people living with HIV.
Authors: Briz Verónica , Crespo-Bermejo Celia , Brochado-Kith Óscar , Grande-García Sergio , Lara-Aguilar Violeta , Llamás-Adán Manuel , Arca-Lafuente Sonia , Martin-Carbonero L. , Santos Ignacio de los , Jimenez-Sousa Maria A. , Resino S. , Berenguer Juan , Madrid Ricardo , FERNÁNDEZ-RODRÍGUEZ Amanda
Published: November 2023

The mid-term impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on senescence profile and
immune checkpoints biomarkers in people living with HIV (PLWH) was
assessed. Cross-sectional study in 95 PLWH on ART stratified by
SARS-CoV-2 infection: a) 48 PLWH previously infected (PCR+) (HIV/SARS);
b) 47 PLWH controls without previous infection (HIV). Plasma biomarkers
(n=44) related to cell immune checkpoint molecules, associated with the
Senescence-Associated Secretory Phenotype (SASP), and related to pro and
anti-inflammatory cytokines were assessed by Procartaplex Multiplex
Immunoassays (Xmap-Luminex technology). Differences between groups were
analyzed using a generalized linear model, adjusted by sex and ethnicity
and corrected by false discovery rate. Significant values were defined
as the adjusted arithmetic mean ratio ≥1.2 or ≤0.8;
q-value<0.1. The relationship between plasma biomarkers was
evaluated by Spearman correlation (significant correlations rho≥0.3 and
q-value<0.1). PLWH had a median age of 45 years and 80% were
men. All PLWH infected by SARS-CoV-2 had a symptomatic infection, 83.3%
as mild, and with a median of 12 weeks after diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2
infection. HIV/SARS group showed higher levels of the cell immune
checkpoint plasma biomarkers CD80, PDCD1LG2, CD276, PDCD1, CD47, HAVCR2,
TIMD4, TNFRSF9, TNFRSF18, and TNFRSF14 respect to HIV group. The SASP
biomarkers LTA, CXCL8, and IL13 and the inflammatory biomarkers IL4,
IL12B, IL17A, CCL3, CCL4, and INF1A showed significantly higher levels
in the HIV/SARS group. SARS-CoV-2 infection in PLWH leads to significant
medium-term disruption in plasma immune checkpoint molecules and
inflammatory cytokines, highlighting SASP-related. This could be a risk
factor for the emergence of complications in PLWH.
Supply-chain sustainability under the EU system of carbon pricing and trading
Authors: Siudek Tomasz , Zawojska Aldona
Published: November 2023

As global climate change continues, policymakers at various levels of government have taken up the great challenge of decarbonisation and adopted tools to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Environmental policy, including climate policy, is explicitly aimed at promoting environmental protection and conservation, but it also carries economic and social effects. Academic interest in sustainable supply chains has grown significantly in recent years. Social aspects, as well as the integration of the three dimensions of sustainability, are still rare. The purpose of this study is: (1) to review the most recent literature on greenhouse gas emissions policies, particularly pollution taxes and pollution rights trading schemes; (2) to investigate the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) with a focus on market and price development; (3) to identify possible effects of this system on supply-chain sustainability; (4) to offer inspiration for further research into the links between the EU ETS and sustainable development of the supply chain. The article concentrates on the impact of the cap-and-trade scheme on the three pillars of sustainable development: the environmental, economic and social dimensions. The findings of this study prove that this scheme has significantly affected not only upstream regulated sectors, but also downstream companies in the supply chain as well as households. In addition, our investigation suggests the presence of trade-offs between the environmental (climate) and socio-economic goals of sustainable development as a result of applying the EU ETS.
Fiscal Policy and Resilience of the Tourism Industry Against the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Mulyana Andy , Ni Wayan Marsha Satyarini  , Indarti Diah Palupi  , Hilda Oktavana Siregar  , Denny Yohanna  , Nashirotun Nisa Nurharjanti
Published: November 2023

The tourism sector is encountering a global crisis as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. This article aimed to identify and analyze the implementation and impact of fiscal policy on the resilience and sustainability of tourism industry businesses in Indonesia amid the COVID-19 pandemic. An exploratory descriptive qualitative method was used in this research through in-depth interviews with tourism sector business actors in Yogyakarta City, Sleman Regency, Bantul Regency, and Magelang Regency on the implementation of fiscal policy of tax relief for relevant tourism business during the pandemic. The results of the research identified the impact of implementing fiscal policy on business resilience in the tourism sector which is more befitting for medium and large business categories, whilemicro and small businesses could only take advantage of fiscal policy in the form of tax relief, which according to participants is transparent, easy to implement, and does not have a detrimental impact on future. This research contributes to theory, practice, and policy by providing an overview of the impact of environmental factors on the sustainability of tourism sector businesses, the government's response to the crisis, the impact of fiscal policy implementation on the resilience of tourism sector businesses, and input for the government in making future policy.
Board of Commissioners’ Relationship and Climate Change Disclosure: Evidence from Mining Companies
Authors: Ariani Kurnia Rina , Rita Wijayanti  , Mujiyati  , Farid Adi Prasetyo  , Maria Cristina M. De los Santos
Published: November 2023

Climate change is one of the most important environmental challenges, with academics, corporate practitioners, and governments all paying close attention. The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of board qualities such as independence, nationality, and busyness on climate change disclosure. The study consists of 44 samples and 216 data observations. Secondary data were gathered from annual reports issued by sample companies between 2018 and 2022. Darus et al. (2020) generated 19 carbon emission disclosure items, which were subjected to content analysis. According to the conclusions of the study, a bigger proportion of independent commissioners and commissioners' busyness favorably affect a company's initiative to publish climate change-related information. This study adds to the limited scholarly literature on the association between board characteristics and non-financial disclosure performance. It has significant implications for managers and regulators to pay closer attention to the effectiveness of commissioners' oversight in supporting company environmental actions.
Physico-Chemical Studies of the Interaction Mechanism of Double and Trivalent Iron Double Oxide Nano-Particles with Serpin Protein Ovalbumin and Water
Authors:   Ukrainian Engineer Pedagogic Academy, Universitetska St., 16, 61003, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Iryna Tsykhanovska Iryna , Riabchykov Mykola ,   Lutsk National Technical University, Lvivska St., 75, 43018, Lutsk, Ukraine, Alexandrov Olexandr ,   Ukrainian Engineer Pedagogic Academy, Universitetska St., 16, 61003, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Evlash Victoriya ,   State Biotechnological University, Klochkivska St., 333, 61051, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Bryzytska Oksana ,   National University of Pharmacy, Pushkinska St., 53, 61002, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Gubsky Sergey ,   State Biotechnological University, Klochkivska St., 333, 61051, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Lazareva Tatyana ,   Ukrainian Engineer Pedagogic Academy, Universitetska St., 16, 61003, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Blahyi Olga ,   Ukrainian Engineer Pedagogic Academy, Universitetska St., 16, 61003, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Published: November 2023

The novelty of the work is the theoretical justification and experimental confirmation of the mechanism of interaction of Fe3O4 nanoparticles with Н2О and ovalbumin-OVA, which was carried out with the help of a complex of physical and chemical studies. It was determined that the mechanism is based on the clustero-philicity of nanoparticles and hydrogen, electrostatic and van der Waals interactions. It was established that the interaction of Fe3O4 nanoparticles with OVA took place by the mechanism of static quenching with the formation of an intermolecular non-fluorescent complex that chan¬ges the native structure of OVA. The binding constant varied from 3.3×105 to 4.8×105 L•mol-1 depending on the pH value of the medium and temperature. Thermo¬dy¬namic calculations confirmed the spontaneity of the bin¬ding process with the predominance of the enthalpy factor.
[3+2] Cycloaddition of N-tert-Butyl, -(4-Trifluoromethyl)-Phenylnitrone with Methacrolein: Theoretical Investigation
Authors:   Group of Computational and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, LMCE Laboratory, University of Biskra, BP 145 Biskra, 07000, Algeria, Kouchkar Khaoula , Boumedjane Youcef ,   Group of Computational and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, LMCE Laboratory, University of Biskra, BP 145 Biskra, 07000, Algeria, Hachani Salah Eddine ,   University of Biskra, Laboratory of Applied Chemistry LCA, 07000, Biskra, Algeria
Published: November 2023

In this scientific contribution, regio- and diastereo- selectivity of [3+2] cycloaddition (32CA) of N-tert-butyl,α-(4-trifluoromethyl)-phenylnitrone (1) with methacrolein (2) were investigated using DFT method at B3LYP/6-31(d) computational level in gas and dichloromethane solvent. The molecular electrostatic potential MESP was used to show the most active centers in the examined molecules. Global and local reactivity indices as well as thermodynamic parameters have been calculated to explain the regioselectivity and stereoselectivity for the selected reaction. The possible chemoselective ortho/meta regioselectivity and stereo- (endo/exo) isomeric channels were investigated. Our theoretical results give important elucidations for the possible pathways related to the studied 32CA reaction.
Influence of Natural Clinoptilolite Modification with Ions and Zero-Valent Silver on Its Sorption Capacity
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12, S. Bandera St., 79013, Lviv, Ukraine, Znak Zenovii , Kochubei Viktoria ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12, S. Bandera St., 79013, Lviv, Ukraine
Published: November 2023

Areas of use of natural clinoptilolite were analyzed. The emphasis was placed on its application in water technology and medical practice. The results of the study of the dehydration of clinoptilolite at different temperatures were presented. The influence of the activation temperature of clinoptilolite on its sorption capacity for silver ions was determined. The effect of modification with ions and highly dispersed silver particles on the sorption capacity of various zeolite fractions with respect to water was investigated.
Use of Rubber Crumb Obtained from Waste Car Tires for the Production of Road Bitumen and Roofing Materials from Residues of Ukrainian Oil Processing
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12, Bandery St., 79013 Lviv, Ukraine, Nagurskyy Andriy , Grynyshyn Oleg ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12, Bandery St., 79013 Lviv, Ukraine, Khlibyshyn Yuriy ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12, Bandery St., 79013 Lviv, Ukraine, Korchak Bohdan ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, 12, Bandery St., 79013 Lviv, Ukraine
Published: November 2023

The process of modifying road bitumen obtained from the residues of Ukrainian oils processing with rubber crumb has been studied. The dependence of the softening temperature, ductility, penetration, and elasticity of the three-component bituminous composition “bitumen : linseed oil : rubber crumb” on its formulation has been examined. Based on the mentioned composition a new type of cold-applied bitumen roofing has been developed. A process flow diagram for the production of modified bitumen and special-purpose bituminous composition has been developed.
FUNCTIONAL ZONING PROBLEMS OF PUBLIC SPACE OF UNIVERSITIES. ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE LVIV CITY
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of architectural environment design, Dmytrash O. , Nikulina A. ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of Urban Planning
Published: November 2023

The article is devoted to the research of problems of the functional and planning structure of existing objects of publicly accessible public spaces within the university campuses of the city of Lviv and identifying the main trends in their design and successful functioning. Based on the analysis of the scientific publications and studies that related to this topic, the main aspects of the formation of public space at the universities were presented. Thousands of students enter the universities of Ukraine every year, and all of them daily use the public spaces next to the university buildings, which are the important places for social interaction and communication of students. It is worth noting that the main criterion for the success of public university spaces is the high intensity of their use, which is determined in foreign experience by the involvement of catering and trade establishments in the functional filling of campuses. There are an important arguments, the everyday access and working mode without days off, a large number of incoming groups and to use educational zones with flexible planning in planning structure. While the domestic public spaces at universities operate sporadically, the first floors are equipped with one entrance group, which reduces the number of pedestrian transit connections with the building, and outdated approaches are used to design even modern university public spaces for students. A field survey and analysis of the territory of the academic campuses of Lviv Polytechnic National University, Stepan Gzhitskyi Lviv National University of Veterinary Medicine and Biotechnology, Lviv State University of Life Safety of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine was conducted. The main shortcomings of the functioning and operation of these territories were identified and highlighted.
REPRESENTATION OF MORPHOLOGICAL CONTENT IN CITY PLANNING
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of Urban Planning, Idak Yu.
Published: November 2023

Morphological content is a fundamental concept denoting the formal and essential aspects of objects in the realm of morphology. Such a concept encourages a multifaceted analysis and understanding of the form and structure capable of embracing elements in the surrounding world. In the context of urban planning, morphological content serves as a crucial tool for analyzing and interpreting the formal expression of a city and its structural elements. It encompasses the collection of things, connections, attributes, properties, and processes that define the substantive aspects of urban structure and are within the purview of morphology. To specify the nature and domain of knowledge enrichment, ontological foundations of morphological content related to understanding its essence and association with morphology as a form of scientific knowledge are considered. It is established that to study morphological content, it is necessary to depart from the essential characteristics of the formal properties of the object and rely on scientifically grounded theoretical and methodological principles of morphology established in other fields of knowledge, such as biology and philology. To investigate morphological content in urban planning, a methodological concept is formulated in the form of three axioms. The first axiom indicates that a city should be regarded as a static system with a structural feature that captures unchanging formal characteristics at a particular moment in time, based on the formal properties of systemic integrity. The second axiom states that the carrier of morphological content in a city is the material structure expressed by a multitude of elements interacting in a specific order, revealing systemic properties complemented by essential formal features. The material structure of a city is formed by a set of elements and components within the framework of urban planning, contingent upon various factors at the levels of their external and internal manifestations. The third axiom concerning the morphological nature of the material structure of a city, which represents the ability to possess a set of formal characteristics characterizing limitations, organization, adaptability, development, complexity, and maturity, reflects the substantive boundaries of morphological knowledge within the scope of morphology.
ABROAD EXPERIENCE OF THE FORMATION OF A BICYCLE NETWORK AND ITS IMPACT ON THE CREATION OF CYCLING CENTERS IN UKRAINE
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of architectural design, Kashuba O. , Hudz S. ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of architectural design
Published: November 2023

In recent years, the number of residents of Ukraine choosing to travel by bicycle has been steadily growing, as has the number of activities held on bicycles, but a significant proportion of the population is still unsure of the possibility of safe bicycle use due to the lack of an appropriate bicycle network, safe conditions of movement and lack of parking in cities and the corresponding infrastructure. In this regard, there is a need to create an extensive bicycle infrastructure in the cities of Ukraine for safe urban mobility, reducing the number of motor vehicles and replacing them with bicycles. This will provide an opportunity to improve the ecology of cities and attract residents to an active and healthy lifestyle and include Ukraine in the global cycling community. Riding a bicycle helps to maintain good physical shape, prolongs life, promotes the production of the "hormone of happiness" and allows you to receive new emotions and an incredible charge of energy every day, gives the opportunity to freely move through city streets (which is especially relevant for residents of megacities). But this requires an appropriate infrastructure, which includes bike lanes, bike parking, bike services, relevant legislation and general municipal support. This study began before the full-scale invasion of Russia and analyzed the situation that developed in peacetime, as well as the development of cities in Ukraine designed for peacetime. The article analyzes the municipal policy of cities in which significant attention is paid to bicycle infrastructure, cycling and objects of this infrastructure are promoted. An attempt was made to formulate the factors that contribute to the emergence of bicycle networks in cities and the functional filling of the bicycle center as one of the important elements of these networks.
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURAL ENVIRONMENT DESIGN OF THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY "LVIV POLYTECHNIC". ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT. (UNTIL THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CREATION)
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of Architectural Environment Design, Proskuryakov V.
Published: November 2023

The article highlights the activities of the department of architectural environment design of the Lviv Polytechnic National University over 20 years of the 21st century. Since it’s opening on November 28, 2003. It is highlighted why and how it was possible to implement educational ideas, which will be the basis of the concept of educational and creative activity of the department. The directions and catalysts of educational processes, means and measures for activating the individual educational potential of students are highlighted. Named teachers and their contribution to the department development. Named educational, scientific and design experiments, which are conducted at the department to establish new principles of design of the architectural environment, to rebuild destroyed buildings and revive distorted landscapes during the war in Ukraine and after the victory over the Russian Federation.
THE GARDEN CITY CONCEPT: FORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN POLAND DURING THE FIRST QUARTER OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of Design and Fundamentals of Architecture, Turchyn B.
Published: November 2023

The article examines the formation and development of the garden city concept in Poland during the first quarter of the twentieth century. The experience of Polish architecture and urbanism in the context of the garden city idea before the First World War and in the first postwar years is highlighted. Examples of realized Polish garden cities, the activities of both individual figures and entire societies and organizations that promoted the garden city concession are described. The relevance of the topic is determined by the need to create a balanced and unified urban strategy for the restoration of Ukraine, which would have not only a proper legal basis, but also a strong value character, which is inherent in the garden city concept.
A VISION OF AN IDEAL WORLD: FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT'S «BROADACRE CITY» CONCEPT
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Department of Design and Fundamentals of Architecture, Fedak A.
Published: November 2023

In the first half of the 20th century, architects and urban planners actively sought alternative models of urban life, sought to rethink the anthropogenic environment. American architect F. Lloyd Wright proposed the «Broadacre City» concept, which was described in his book «The Disappearing City». This concept is a reflection of the author's utopian vision of improving the social system, ensuring the equality of citizens and moving away from overpopulated cities. The aim of this article is: to determine the main characteristics of F. Lloyd Wright's utopian concept «Broadacre city»; to highlight the architectural features of various types of buildings and structures; to compare his work with the works of utopians who could have an influence on the concept. F. Lloyd Wright proposes to give each citizen of the country a plot of 1 acre for housing and farming, and the rest of the territory to be evenly distributed among public buildings and structures, namely: airfields, power plants, hotels, offices, farms, factories, hospitals, public centers, schools and universities, shopping and entertainment centers and gas stations. The article highlighted the leading signs that demonstrate the utopian nature of the concept, namely: the presence of features of transcendentalism, egalitarianism, economic self-sufficiency of the proposed urban formations, decentralization and adaptability and flexibility of urban planning solutions. F. Lloyd Wright's work is compared with the works of utopians who could influence the concept of «Broadacre city»: R. Owen, S. Fourier, E. Cabet, E. Bellamy, W. Morris, E. Howard. This demonstrates that nominally this concept has all the features of a utopia, except for those that are not considered characteristic of architectural and urban development, namely: there is no clearly defined political ideology, no prediction of the behavioral habits of the inhabitants, and no carefully developed economic system.