bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
REMOVAL OF ORGANIC IMPURITIES BY PEROXIDE OXIDATION
Authors:   Quality Control Division, Propellant Complex Rasayani, 410207 (M.S.), India., Deshmukh S.J
Published: February 2024

Waste sulfuric acid is a big environmental problem in modern world. The amount of waste sulfuric acid produced is huge every year1. Many small and medium-sized businesses produce lots of waste acids, but they do not have an appropriate method to treat and recover them. Also due to norms set by pollution control boards across the countries, the waste Sulphuric acid cannot be dumped without proper treatment. This paper focuses on removal of organic impurities in waste Sulphuric acid by using H2O2oxidation process. This method is economical and feasible for most small and medium-sized industries / business.
LEFT HEMOTHORAX: UNUSUAL MANIFESTATION OF AORTIC DISSECTION
Authors:   Pneumo-Phtisiology Department, Military Hospital Moulay Ismail - Meknes., Hda MA. ,   Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fes, Morocco., Bougrini Y. ,   Pneumo-Phtisiology Department, Military Hospital Moulay Ismail - Meknes., Belghol R. ,   Pneumo-Phtisiology Department, Military Hospital Moulay Ismail - Meknes., Ouarsani A. ,   Pneumo-Phtisiology Department, Military Hospital Moulay Ismail - Meknes.,   Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fes, Morocco.
Published: February 2024

Aortic dissection is a medical and surgical emergency often revealed by acute chest pain. Its discovery in the context of hemorrhagic pleurisy is rare, and it often poses a diagnostic challenge.We report the case of a 52-year-old patient with a history of chronic smoking, without known arterial hypertension, admitted forexploring a moderately abundant left pleural effusion. Pleural puncture yielded non-coagulable hemorrhagic fluid. Thoracic angio-CT scan revealed a type B aortic dissection (Stanford classification). In the absence of surgical indication, antihypertensive treatment was initiated in this patient, combined with close medical monitoring. The course was marked by the death of the patient after refractory hemorrhagic shock.Aortic dissection should be systematically considered in the presence of any spontaneous hemothorax, even in the absence of suggestive clinical signs.
REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE ON THE IMPACT OF THE FUNCTIONAL INSULIN THERAPY
Authors:   Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology, Metabolic Diseases and Nutrition. Hassan II University Hospital Center. Fez. Morocco., Essafi Mohammed-Amine , Aynaou Hayat ,   Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology, Metabolic Diseases and Nutrition. Hassan II University Hospital Center. Fez. Morocco.,   Laboratory of Epidemiology, Research in Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, USMBA, Fez, Morocco., Salhi Houda ,   Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology, Metabolic Diseases and Nutrition. Hassan II University Hospital Center. Fez. Morocco.,   Laboratory of Epidemiology, Research in Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, USMBA, Fez, Morocco.
Published: February 2024

Aims: Functional insulin therapy is a therapeutic education concept that allows type 1 diabetic patients (T1D) to manage their treatments in a personalized way. Since the discovery of this method, it has been increasingly used for T1D patients. The aim of our study was to evaluate the impact of functional insulin therapy (FIT) on glycaemic control and quality of life in the literature. Methods:We searched the scientific literature for studies on the impact of functional insulin therapy. Results: A total of 34 articles were included, 24 of which studied the impact of FIT on glycaemic control and quality of life. Regardless of initial glycaemic control status, improvement in glycaemic control and quality of life were reported in all studies included in this review. In the long term, these effects are debated, in particular the impact on HbA1c could weaken in contrast to the impact on quality of life and hypoglycaemia which persisted. Concerning the impact on the evolution of weight is controversial, some teams have shown an increase in weight, others, a stagnation and a loss of weight has been reported only in a few studies. After the introduction of FIT, these studies showed a decrease in basal insulin dose. Conclusions: FIT provides better glycaemic control by reducing hypoglycemics episodes, especially severe ones, and improves the quality of life of T1D patients.
Discovering citizen’s reaction toward e-government adoption: The role of uncertainty avoidance
Authors: Aswar Khoirul , Julianto Wisnu , Panjaitan Ingrid , Andreas Andreas , Mubarak Husni
Published: February 2024

One of the leading indicators of how well an e-government system is being implemented is how much citizen acceptance of e-government has increased. Thus, this study looks at social and psychological traits and uncertainty avoidance as moderating factors to identify the factors influencing Indonesian citizens’ adoption of e-government. SEM-PLS was utilized for data analysis. An online survey with measurement questions tailored to 520 respondents was used to gather data for the proposed model’s quantitative validation. A purposive sampling approach based on self-selection was used in this study. The analysis findings show that citizens’ intents as end users of e-government systems are significantly and positively impacted by the influence of compatibility (β = 0.265; p < 0.05), relative advantage (β = 0.482; p < 0.05), and trust in e-government websites (β = 0.243; p < 0.05). On the other hand, complexity (β= –0.293; p < 0.05) significantly and negatively affects their intention to use the system. Additionally, the connection between relative advantage (β = 0.213; p < 0.05), complexity (β = 0.294; p < 0.05), compatibility (β = 0.275; p < 0.05), and propensity to use e-government was found to be moderated by uncertainty avoidance. Encouraging citizens to use e-government will aid the Indonesian government by increasing individuals’ experience with the system and potentially lowering their perception of its hazards.
Factores determinantes de la perdurabilidad empresarial de pequeñas y medianas empresas:
Authors: Rubio-Rodríguez Gustavo Adolfo , Valdés Juan Felipe Olmos
Published: February 2024

El objetivo de este manuscrito consiste en determinar los factores que crean escenarios de perdurabilidad e influyen en la toma de decisiones de los pequeños y medianos restaurantes en el municipio de Ibagué, Colombia. La metodología de trabajo se presenta como un estudio exploratorio, la cual tomó como población objeto de estudio 21 pequeñas y medianas empresas del subsector restaurante. Como técnica de recolección de información se empleó la entrevista, orientada a expertos académicos y empresarios del sector restaurantero. El hallazgo más representativo reside en que existen factores que determinan la perdurabilidad empresarial como la carencia de una política pública que fortalezca el tejido empresarial colombiano. Se destaca, que una empresa perdurable es aquella que adecua su manejo a la intensidad de las condiciones del entorno sectorial, la identidad organizacional, la gestión financiera, las fuerzas del mercado y la innovación.
Applying a Digital Twin and wastewater analysis for robust validation of COVID-19 pandemic forecasts: insights from Catalonia
Authors: Fonseca i Casas Pau , Garcia i Subirana Joan , Corominas Lluís , Bosch Lluís Maria
Published: February 2024

Monitoring SARS-CoV-2 spread is challenging due to asymptomatic infections, numerous variants, and population behavior changes from non-pharmaceutical interventions. We developed a Digital Twin model to simulate SARS-CoV-2 evolution in Catalonia. Continuous validation ensures our model's accuracy. Our system uses Catalonia Health Service data to quantify cases, hospitalizations, and healthcare impact. These data may be under-reported due to screening policy changes. To improve our model's reliability, we incorporate data from the Catalan Surveillance Network of SARS-CoV-2 in Sewage (SARSAIGUA). This paper shows how we use sewage data in the Digital Twin validation process to identify discrepancies between model predictions and real-time data. This continuous validation approach enables us to generate long-term forecasts, gain insights into SARS-CoV-2 spread, reassess assumptions, and enhance our understanding of the pandemic's behavior in Catalonia.
EXPERIMENTAÇÃO ANIMAL NO BRASIL
Authors: Vicente Alexandre
Published: February 2024

A experimentação animal é controversa. Caracterizada, sob o ponto de vista das ciências biomédicas, como um importante elo entre as pretensões científicas e os resultados, é também criticada como uma prática abominável pelos grupos ligados ao direito animal, em um debate que envolve interesses diversos. É clara a necessidade de estabelecer limites para sua realização. Este trabalho procurou comparar as duas principais tentativas brasileiras recentes de impor tais limites: o Código de Proteção aos Animais do Estado de São Paulo e a Lei Nº 11.794/2008, de abrangência nacional. A análise e comparação de políticas científicas e suas críticas é uma importante ferramenta de investigação das interações entre ciência, política e sociedade, e pode ajudar a apontar caminhos e soluções a serem consideradas. Concluiu-se que a experiência de São Paulo poderia ter servido como um importante exemplo para a formulação da lei nacional, mas parece ter sido ignorada.
CONSTITUIÇÃO FEDERAL DO BRASIL E A PROMESSA DEMOCRÁTICA INTERROMPIDA
Authors: Mont’Alverne Barreto Lima Martonio , De Menezes Albuquerque Newton
Published: February 2024

O presente texto se dispõe a analisar a Constituição Federal de 1988 do Brasil e sua trajetória recente. Os aspectos teóricos que serão abordados enfrentam a natureza política da Constituição Federal e o significado de um de seus principais pontos que foi a ampliação da atuação do Poder Judiciário no manejo das normas constitucionais durante a chamada crise política brasileira iniciada em 2014. A partir desse ponto, a pesquisa evolui para o papel desta Corte Suprema brasileira num dos principais momentos da crise política que culminou com a destituição da Presidente: o julgamento a envolver controle da constitucionalidade que seria determinante para o desfecho do processo de impeachment em 2016. O trabalho conclui pela deficiência do Poder Judiciário na consolidação da Constituição de 1988, bem como no limite de implementação de temas centrais da mesma Constituição, para concluir pela responsabilidade do Supremo Tribunal no desgaste do tecido constitucional dirigente e intervencionista.
Sosyal Bilgiler Eğitiminin Türkiye’deki Durumu: 1916 Sosyal Bilgiler Komitesi Raporu Doğrultusunda Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: Avaroğulları Muhammet
Published: February 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı Sosyal bilgiler eğitiminin Türkiye’deki mevcut durumunu 1916 Sosyal Bilgiler Komitesi raporu doğrultusunda değerlendirmektir. Böyle bir çalışmayla sosyal bilgiler eğitiminin bugünkü ve gelecekteki durumuna ilişkin akademik camiada yeni bir tartışma ortamı oluşturmak hedeflenmektedir. Araştırma nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden doküman incelemesi ile gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma kapsamında detaylı olarak incelenen belgeler 1916 Sosyal Bilgiler Komitesi Raporu ve 1918 Türkiye Sosyal Bilgiler Öğretim Programıdır. Türkiye’deki sosyal bilgiler eğitiminin durumu (1) Sosyal bilgiler eğitimi kapsamında verilen dersler, (2) Dersler için uygun içeriğin seçimi ve (3) derslerin işlenme yöntemidir temelinde betimsel analiz edilmiştir. Araştırma sonuçlarına göre Türkiye’de sosyal bilgiler eğitimi her üç kriterde de 1916 raporundan ayrışmaktadır. Türkiye’deki durumun kendine özgü olup olmadığını ortaya çıkarmak amacıyla bazı dünya ülkeleri sosyal bilgiler eğitimi ile de karşılaştırma yapılmış ve sosyal bilgiler eğitimi ilgili araştırma kapsamında belirlenen problemlerin sadece Türkiye’ye özgü olmadığı anlaşılmıştır. Bulgular doğrultusunda lise düzeyinde de sosyal bilgiler kapsamında dersler verilmesi de dahil olmak üzere derslerin sayısı ve seviyesi ve ders içeriğinin seçilmesinde öğretmene daha fazla özgürlük tanınması ve güncel olaylara ve problemlere daha fazla yer verilmesi gibi önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
P53 Regulation upon Lipid Peroxidation and Ferroptosis for Intervention against Atherogenesis
Authors: Zhao Yuanqin , Deng Wei , Wang Zhaoyue , Wang Yanxia , Zheng Hongyu , Deng Nianhua , Zhou Kun , Ren Zhong , Jiang Zhisheng
Published: February 2024

Tumor protein 53 (P53), as an intracellular regulator of antioxidant responses,
participates in the expression of antioxidant defense and lipid metabolism as well as the
synthesis of genes in cells. The balance of oxidation and reduction can be disrupted by
many pathological conditions, and the role of the antioxidant system in protecting the
equilibrium state from pathological effects, such as reactive lipids, is crucial. In particular,
the excessive accumulation of lipid peroxidation products is a key factor driving the
occurrence and development of various diseases. Ferroptosis is an iron-dependent, lipid
peroxidation-driven cell death cascade reaction, which has become a key research area
in cardiovascular diseases. Atherosclerosis (AS) is a pathological change caused by lipid
metabolic disorder, inflammatory response, and endothelial cell injury, and is the most
common cause of cardiovascular disease. This review briefly outlines lipid peroxidation
and key components involving ferroptosis cascade reactions, summarizes and emphasizes
the role of P53-related signaling pathways in mediating lipid peroxidation and ferroptosis,
and focuses on the known P53 target genes that regulate these pathways, as
well as explores the possibility of P53 intervention in the treatment of AS by regulating
lipid peroxidation and ferroptosis processes.
Effects of Prenatal Methcathinone Exposure on the Neurological Behavior
of Adult Offspring
Authors: Youyou Zhang , Zhaoyang Li , Chen Li , Shuquan Zhao , Hui Wang
Published: February 2024

Background:

Our previous research has shown that prenatal methcathinone exposure affects
the neurodevelopment and neurobehavior of adolescent offspring, but the study on whether these
findings continue into adulthood is limited.

Objective:

This study aims to explore the effects of prenatal methcathinone exposure on anxiety-like
behavior, learning and memory abilities, as well as serum 5-hydroxytryptamine and dopamine concentrations
in adult offspring.

Methods:

Pregnant rats were injected daily with methcathinone between the 7th and 20th days of gestation.
The neurobehavioral performance of both male and female adult offspring rats was evaluated by
neurobehavioral tests, including open-field tests, Morris water maze (MWM) tests, and novel object
recognition (NOR) tests. The levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine and dopamine concentration in rat serum
were detected by ELISA.

Results:

Significant differences were found in the length of center distance and time of center duration
in the open-field test, as well as the times of crossing the platform in the MWM test, between the
prenatal methcathinone exposure group and the control group. Results of the NOR test showed that
adult offspring rats exposed to methcathinone need more time to discriminate the novel object.
No gender differences were detected in the neurobehavioral tests. The serum concentrations of
5-hydroxytryptamine and dopamine in rats exposed to methcathinone prenatally were lower than that
in the control group, and the serum dopamine concentration was independent of gender in each group.

Conclusion:

Prenatal methcathinone exposure affects the neurological behavior in adult offspring, and
5-hydroxytryptamine and dopamine might be involved in the process.
Research Progress in Tumor Diagnosis Based on Raman Spectroscopy
Authors: Wang Zhichao , Shi Huanghao , Zhou Litao , Yin Jian , Yin Huancai , Xie Liangxu , Chang Shan
Published: February 2024

Background:

Cancer is a major disease that threatens human life and health. Raman spectroscopy can provide an effective detection method.

Objective:

The study aimed to introduce the application of Raman spectroscopy to tumor detection. We have introduced the current mainstream Raman spectroscopy technology and related application research.

Methods:

This article has first introduced the grim situation of malignant tumors in the world. The advantages of tumor diagnosis based on Raman spectroscopy have also been analyzed. Secondly, various Raman spectroscopy techniques applied in the medical field are introduced. Several studies on the application of Raman spectroscopy to tumors in different parts of the human body are discussed. Then the advantages of combining deep learning with Raman spectroscopy in the diagnosis of tumors are discussed. Finally, the related problems of tumor diagnosis methods based on Raman spectroscopy are pointed out. This may provide useful clues for future work.

Conclusion:

Raman spectroscopy can be an effective method for diagnosing tumors. Moreover, Raman spectroscopy diagnosis combined with deep learning can provide more convenient and accurate detection results.
Vasúti közlekedés során keletkező zajok okainak és hatásainak elemzése
Authors: Ficzere Péter
Published: February 2024

Noise emissions from rail transport are a major concern, as they affect both the environment and people's health and quality of life. Among the many sources of noise emissions, rail vehicles and infrastructure are a major factor. With regard to rail noise emissions, it can be concluded that noise effects are influenced by a number of factors. These factors include train speed, track condition, traction technology and the noise abatement methods used. The negative effects of noise exposure include sleep disturbance, stress and mental health deterioration. It also affects the quality of life of people in urban areas and property prices. It should be emphasised that reducing noise emissions from rail transport is key to creating a healthier and more sustainable urban environment. To achieve this, it is important to use modern noise abatement technologies, improve infrastructure and implement noise abatement actions effectively. Transport authorities and railway companies should work together to achieve a more noise-free rail transport, to improve people's quality of life and to protect the environment.
Os Discursos dos Reitores (1974-2023)
Authors: Oliveira Márcia C. F.
Published: February 2024

Os discursos dos sucessivos reitores que dirigiram os destinos da Universidade do Minho, proferidos nas cerimónias de tomada de posse, ou no dia da Universidade, que se convencionou corresponder ao dia 17 de fevereiro de cada ano civil, representam uma leitura indispensável para conhecer o pensamento e estratégias dos dirigentes máximos da Instituição, bem como a sua perceção das dificuldades e conquistas que singularizam o seu meio século de existência. A importância desses documentos para a história da Universidade do Minho justificou a sua progressiva digitalização, a partir de 2012 e a sua mais recente divulgação. Para assinalar os 45 anos da Universidade, a UMinho Editora publicou, em versão digital, a obra Os Discursos dos Reitores (1974-2019), que corresponde ao primeiro volume da coletânea História e Memória da Universidade do Minho | Documenta, inserida na coleção Documentos da Editora. Trata-se de um espaço que pretende dar continuidade ao projeto da História da Universidade do Minho, desenvolvido no quadro da celebração dos 40 anos da Instituição, através da divulgação organizada de coletâneas de documentos digitalizados, visando contribuir para a afirmação e consolidação da sua identidade. Em 2024, a UMinho Editora assinala os 50 anos da fundação da Universidade do Minho publicando, em versão impressa, uma seleção de 37 dos discursos editados em 2020, a que se somam mais 3 proferidos posteriormente. A seleção que foi realizada procurou documentar as intervenções que melhor refletem, na longa duração, os momentos mais marcantes da vida da Universidade, associados ao reconhecimento de resultados e sucessos no ensino, na investigação e na interação com a sociedade, mas também ao diagnóstico das múltiplas dificuldades com que a Instituição sempre se confrontou e que fazem parte integrante da sua história.
Evaluación del desempeño del cultivo de pepino (Cucumis sativus) frente a tres fertilizantes foliares en la parroquia Nuevo Paraíso, Orellana, Ecuador
Authors: Aguirre-Cobeña Lourdes , Salguero-Ramos Diego , Bonilla-Bonilla Amanda , Salazar- López Rodrigo
Published: February 2024

La producción de pepino en la región amazónica del Ecuador se ha intensificado en los últimos años, debido a las condiciones climáticas idóneas para este cultivo. En la parroquia Nuevo Paraíso, de la provincia de Orellana se siembra el pepino en pequeñas superficies (>1ha) destinado a consumo local. Los productores han visto la necesidad de aumentar sus rendimientos con la aplicación de fertilizantes foliares. El propósito de este estudio fue comparar el desempeño del cultivo de pepino utilizando tres tipos de fertilizantes foliares comerciales con su respectivo análisis económico. La prueba piloto se realizó en un terreno de 1200 m2 donde se aplicaron los fertilizantes Evergreen (2.5 cm/2L), Metalasote (2.5 cm/2L), Agrostemin (1gr) evaluando la altura de planta, número de hojas y flores, diámetro del tallo y características del fruto a los 22, 37 y 49 días y comparándolo con el testigo. Los hallazgos mostraron que Evergreen es una opción rentable con un costo-beneficio de $1,27 y con mejores características de planta y fruto. Este estudio sugiere la aplicación del fertilizante Evergreen en la etapa de crecimiento y floración del cultivo de pepino dado que representa mejores ingresos por hectárea, un mejor costo-beneficio y mayor porcentaje de ganancia respecto a los demás fertilizantes foliares.

Palabras clave: Altura de planta; costo-beneficio; Fertilizantes; Pepino; análisis económico
Heart failure prognostic algorithm using Spectral Analysis and MATLAB software.
Authors: Siza Moposita Segundo Fabián , Sáez Paguay Miguel Ángel , Fiallos Godoy Yesenia Maricela , Siza Gualpa Ricardo Fabián
Published: February 2024

Fourier analysis for biological signals is based on the use of the infinite sum of sines and cosines that allows modeling: the periodic functioning of the heart, its amplitude, frequency, and phase period, transforming these signals into images called ECG, based on studies and programs that model the ideal functioning of the heart. In this work, a mathematical algorithm has been designed to predict the cardiac pathology called bradycardia, which relates the prolongation of the monthly QT interval in the order of 10-4 seconds/month in a time of 10 years with the ventricular alteration. MATLAB software and spectral analysis are used to contrast the spectrum without pathology, which contains harmonics of greater amplitude, with a spectrum already with pathology that reaches heart failure, where the most significant number of harmonics are grouped in the first values, and then the model with an exponential function the delay of the QT interval in the ECG, concluding that up to 40 months after the onset of the pathology, the patient can counteract the disease. In comparison, by 80 months, difficulties arise, even the disease becomes irreversible in the last months, and the blood-propelling organ ceases to function.

Keywords: Heart Failure Prognostic, Bradycardia, Fourier Series, Spectral Analysis.
Malicious Code Detection Using Machine Learning
Authors: Kumar Dr. Pradeep
Published: February 2024

Abstract: Malware, derived from "Malicious software," is a comprehensive term encompassing any software intentionally crafted to disrupt, damage, or illicitly access computer systems. It's critical to determine whether a file includes malware. The increase in malware is causing a lot of problems for businesses, including data loss and other problems. Malware can swiftly inflict significant damage to a system by slowing it down and encrypting a sizable amount of data on a personal computer. This suggests that lowering the number of false positives is important. A comprehensive description of the adaptable framework for machine learning algorithms may be found in this study. It is possible to detect malware with these methods. The justification for this is that these algorithms simplify the process of distinguishing between files that are infected with malware and those that are not. Modern antivirus and anti-malware tools offer effective protection against various malware attacks. Nevertheless, due to the constantly changing landscape of malicious activities, it is imperative to curate an up-to-date database of previous malware instances. This repository serves as a valuable resource for anticipating the characteristics of future attacks and facilitating swift responses. Different machine learning methods, including decision trees and random forests, are used in our malware detection process. The method with the highest accuracy is chosen, giving the system an excellent detection ratio. Additionally, the confusion matrix is used to calculate the false positive and false negative rates, which is how the system's performance is determined.
Night Guardian: Empowering Women’s Safety with Hand Sign – Based Communication and AI
Authors: D Padmini
Published: February 2024

Abstract: In an era where technology continually shapes the way we interact with the world, there arises a pressing need for innovative solutions that enhance women's safety. Ensuring women's safety, especially at night, is crucial due to the unique challenges and risks they may face during nighttime hours. Our project aims to address critical issues related to women's safety, such as harassment, assault, and emergencies, particularly in public spaces. We leverage advanced technologies like MediaPipe and machine learning algorithms to create an effective and responsive safety solution. The project employs various machine learning algorithms, including random forest, support vector machine, Hybrid model and k-nearest neighbor, to train the model. Rigorous testing is conducted to evaluate and select the optimal model, utilizing key performance metrics such as F1 score, precision, and recall.
Assessment the Seasonal Dynamics of Weed Community of Rammohan College: To Assume the Model of Seasonal Dynamics of Weeds of Kolkata
Authors: Sarkar Krishnendu , De Mitu , Chowdhury Daliya Hom , Das Anindita , Dutta Moumita , Das Shibu , Dey Santi Ranjan
Published: February 2024

bstract: The seasonal cycle of plant community is the most important biotic oscillations to mankind. This study built upon previous efforts to develop a comprehensive framework to studying this cycle systematically with the weed communities of Rammohan College. We suggest that the seasonal variation of plant community consists of six distinctive phases in sequence each of which results from the interaction between the inherent biological and ecological processes and the progression of climatic conditions and reflects the unique functioning of plant community at different stages of the growing season.
Evaluation of the efficiency of biological and economic indicators in production systems on dairy farms
Authors: Londoño-Franco Luis Fernando , Marini Pablo Roberto
Published: February 2024

The efficiency of the livestock system is one of the factors of greatest social and economic interest in rural production areas. The project aimed to assess various biological and economic indicators to identify the most efficient dairy cows in grazing systems with supplementation within the Antioquia-Colombia dairy basin. We used retrospective data from 2009 to 2019 from farms in the municipalities of Entrerríos, San Pedro, and Belmira. The production systems in the northern region of Antioquia share common features typical of many dairy enterprises. They are primarily characterized by their utilization of grazing systems, each employing distinct supplementation regimes.The farms have their own records and official milk control from the cooperatives or associations from which the data was obtained. The productive categories of the evaluated cows were established according to the number of births, and within each subgroup, they were ordered by the total liters per lactation in ascending order. Productive, reproductive, health, and economic variables were recorded. Then cuts were made, thus forming three categories: low, medium, and high production. It was possible to determine the model that showed four groups of variables (breed, milk production per lactation, open days, and silage) with an important correlation of 97% and a greater contribution to the behavior of the cost per liter, obtaining an R2 of 0.91 (P <0.05) and a prediction error of US$ 0.0076 per liter of milk in the evaluated farms. It is concluded that, with few biological and economic predictive indicators, it was possible to identify the most efficient cows in grazing systems.
Pedology in Precision Agriculture from a Brazilian context
Authors: Filippini-Alba José Maria , Flores Carlos-Alberto , Bernardi Alberto C.
Published: February 2024

Precision agriculture (PA) is advancing in Brazil concerning several crops, mainly for medium to large-sized farms, occasionally evolving towards automation and digital agriculture. Soil knowledge is fundamental in this process, requiring studies on a detailed scale greater than 1:5,000, and demanding overcoming soil taxonomy concepts. This review article presents and discusses the most effective methods of PA from a soil management perspective, inducing advances for farming and producers in Brazil. Topography, electrical conductivity, proximal and remote sensing, and productivity work outlined soil mapping and their relationship to soil. The modeling of topographic variables through artificial intelligence offers new perspectives. The soil's apparent electrical conductivity can work at various depths, providing information about several pedological parameters. Finally, proximal, and remote sensing techniques could simulate different soil attributes, potentially integrating productivity data on studying plant attributes. Despite some differences, the four themes are complementary, and integrating data through geographic information systems results in a consistent option for defining management zones.
Morph-physiology and development of soybean cultivars under irrigation shift
Authors: Lisboa Lucas Aparecido Manzani , Menezes João Victor de Souza
Published: February 2024

During certain periods of the year, some Brazilian regions impose water restrictions, initiating the growth cycle of the soybean crop. Thus, this work was conducted aiming to evaluate the morphophysiology and development of soybean cultivars under irrigation intervals. The experiment was conduct in January 2021, in a rural property, located in the municipality of Lavínia, state of São Paulo, Brazil. The design was completely randomized, in a 2×5 factorial scheme, with two soybean cultivars, M7110IPro (Monsoy®) and Desafio RR8473RSF (Brasmax®), interacting with the irrigation intervals (i.e., 24 h (Control); 48 h; 72 h, 96 h and 120 h) totalizing 10 treatments. We used four repetitions per treatment, which totalizes 40 plots or pots. Our results revealed that intervals longer than 48 h already negatively influence in morphophysiology of the soybean crop. Intervals of 96 h caused greater negative interferences on plant height (PH); number of leaflets (NL); number of pods (NP); dry mass of aerial part (DMAP) and root (DMR) in the soybean crop when grown in pots. Water stress did not influence the stomatal density of soybean grown in pots. Water stress harms soybean physiological parameters. No soybean cultivar showed tolerance to water stress.
“DASMAN” - “MANKURT” - “IXROD”: CRISIS OF MODERNITY IN THE LATE PERIOD OF CHINGIZ AITMATOV’S ART
Authors: Kadyrov Argen
Published: February 2024

The article is devoted to the historical and philosophical analysis of the work of the Kyrgyz humanist writer of the Soviet period, Chingiz Aitmatov, whose early work is characterised as a fascination with the “Soul of Faust.” (Spirit of Faust) The result of this was the writer’s earlier works, where he fervently perceives the ideas of progress, socialism, and enlightenment, in other words, the main ideas of the modern era. Later, under the huge influence of Russian classical literature, as well as active study of traditional Kyrgyz culture, he spoke on such fundamental metaphysical topics as people, personality, fate, morality, etc., thereby trying to get rid of the “Soul of Faust” (Spirit of Faust), more and more asserting himself as a traditional humanist. But despite these attempts, the writer still retained some ambivalence: on the one hand, he acted as a staunch critic of modernity, and on the other, he perceived the modernization process as an objective development of history that needs to be perceived and comprehended. The results of the writer's later ideas are new concepts such as “Mankurt” and “Ixrod” usually used to describe the consciousness of a person who became possible at the junction of modernity with tradition. To a certain extent, these concepts are identical to the idea of “DasMan” by M. Heidegger. This indicates that after the Second World War, a critical understanding of the ideals of modernity reigned among European intellectuals, to which Chingiz Aitmatov also adjoins.
PRINCIPLES OF METAPHYSICS IN THE THEORY OF PHYSICAL STRUCTURES AND IN THE META-RELATIONAL PARADIGM
Authors: Vladimirov Yu. S.
Published: February 2024

In the work indicated are, firstly, three main reasons for revision of prevailing ideas about physical reality: inadequacy of the classical space-time in microworld physics, unsuccessful attempts to combine the principles of quantum theory and general relativity and, above all, the presence of the third physical paradigm - relational one. Secondly, shown are the constituents of the latter requiring the use of key metaphysical principles, and thirdly, they have been formulated. Fourthly, the mathematical formalism reflecting the unity of three metaphysical principles has now been proposed. Its foundations were laid in the theories of physical structures by Yu.I. Kulakov et al. Finally, fifthly, shown are basic results of applying the theory of binary systems of complex relations to solve the problems of microworld physics.
Examining the Effect of Thermal Treatment on the Surface Morphology and Structural Properties of Tin Dioxide Thin Films Grown Using an Economical Spray Deposition Method
Authors: Salah Ibrahim , KALELİ Murat , ÇORLU Tuğba
Published: February 2024

Tin oxide is a versatile material that is frequently used in temperature, gas, and photo-sensing applications. It is well-known for its beneficial physical and chemical properties. This work describes an economical fabrication technique that uses an airbrush to apply SnO2 to a glass substrate in ambient circumstances. Important variables were carefully controlled, such as a constant 30 cm distance from the head of the airbrush to the preheated substrates, a 0.5 ml/minute deposition rate, and a 200 °C deposition temperature. Following that, annealing procedures were conducted at 250 and 500 °C to investigate the effects on optical, morphological, and structural characteristics. X-ray diffraction (XRD) structural investigation revealed a significant increase in crystallinity at higher annealing temperatures, with each thin film consistently displaying the rutile phase (JCPDS No. 01-0657). The produced tin dioxide thin films appear homogeneous in the images taken by the scanning electron microscope (SEM). However, there were visible structural defects. Additionally, an increase in surface roughness with higher annealing temperatures was found by atomic force microscopy (AFM) examinations. Such result holds significant value in fields like gas sensing and photon absorption, where surface properties are critical to overall performance. Finally, extensive investigations combined with the economical fabrication approach present a potential path toward customizing tin oxide thin films for a range of applications. The material's advantage for practical applications is improved by the capacity to modify structural and morphological properties through annealing conditions, demonstrating its potential in emerging fields of technology.
Estructuración de ataques informáticos por medio de playbooks
Authors: Quintero Tamayo John Freddy , Nuñez Alvarez Yenny Stella , Cuevas Nuñez Nelly Alexandra
Published: February 2024

Este proyecto plantea la necesidad de establecer una base de datos de conocimiento que brinde orientación para responder a eventos o incidentes de ciberseguridad que puedan surgir dentro de la Universidad o involucrar a alguna de sus partes interesadas o comunidades objetivo. La iniciativa busca mejorar las capacidades de ciberseguridad de la Universidad y asegurar una respuesta rápida y efectiva ante posibles amenazas cibernéticas dentro de su comunidad y más allá. Al aprovechar el conocimiento colectivo, la base de datos se convertirá en un recurso valioso para proteger y salvaguardar el entorno digital de la Universidad.
El propósito es fortalecer la preparación y respuesta frente a incidentes informáticos, fomentando la coordinación entre las partes involucradas y las comunidades objetivo. Asimismo, este proyecto representa un paso significativo hacia el establecimiento del Centro de Respuesta a Incidentes Informáticos, permitiendo a la Universidad enfrentar de manera proactiva y eficiente los desafíos de seguridad en un entorno tecnológico en constante evolución. La estructuración de un ataque informático es vital dentro de la operación de los grupos encargados de generar las respuestas a estos incidentes, por ese motivo las playbooks contemplarán descripciones del ataque, afectación al sistema, herramientas utilizadas para la contención, solución y recomendación. El proyecto aborda las acciones de automatización de las playbook gestionadas por el CSIRT académico de la Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia (UNAD) utilizando la herramienta GLPI.
Modelo de desarrollo de software por capas aplicado a la creación del consultorio jurídico virtual de la ECJP, desde el programa de tecnología en desarrollo de software
Authors: Sanchez Alvarez Jhon Fernando , Jimenez Beltran Javier Hernan , Amortegui Vargas Maria Patricia , Herran Suarez Jose Miguel
Published: February 2024

The layered software development model is a technique used for building web applications, enabling a hierarchical organization of software layers. This article presents a layered software development model applied in a virtual legal clinic system at a higher education institution. The software architecture proposed in this model is based on defining layers from the highest level to the lowest, which allows for easy integration of new functionalities and efficient project management. Furthermore, the layered architecture also enables abstraction of the application across any software or hardware platform, both on the client and server sides. Each defined layer can be replaced without the need to rewrite the others, making system maintenance easier. Additionally, the UNAD law program will have a robust and user-friendly system for all its users.
The legal protection of artificial intelligence-generated work: The argument for sui generis over copyright
Authors: Massadeh Firas , Alnusair Fayez , Massadeh Ali Abdel Mahdi , Ismail Mahmoud
Published: February 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. As with other elements of society, the modern economy has become more reliant on AI, indicating the potentially great influence it has on innovation. Many previous studies on the status of AI-generated work have focused on its connection to intellectual property (IP) law, mainly under copyright and regulations, and whether this type of work could be protected within the legal framework of copyright. Therefore, an all-inclusive assessment of the fitness of the existing copyright law framework is necessary. While recent discussions have mostly considered AI-generated works. In this paper, we examine AI within the context of the international legal framework of IP rights, the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS Agreement), and national legislation. We conclude that current copyright law is unsuitable for the protection of AI-generated works and that sui generis is a better option. However, the future legislative path should be specialized legislation addressing not only AI-generated works but also the prohibited acts that might create certain risks for industries. The research adopted a comparative analytical in-depth examination of the international legal framework of intellectual property law.
The impact of the board of directors on companies’ performance: The moderating role of ownership concentration
Authors: Hyarat Hamza Ismail , Husin Norhayati Mat , Jos Rawan Abdel Ghafour
Published: February 2024

The impact of the board of directors (BOD) on the performance of companies, particularly considering the moderating role of ownership concentration (OC), is a topic of significant importance in the realm of corporate governance (Habtoor, 2020). The study employs structural equation modelling (SEM), a more advanced method, to address causality and endogeneity issues in governance-performance relationships (Hamid & Purbawangsa, 2022). The hypotheses are constructed based on resource dependence and agency theories, enhancing the theoretical framework. The research focuses on Jordanian service and industrial firms listed on the Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) from 2014 to 2018, encompassing 92 firms and 460 observations. Based on the estimated results, the study confirms that the size of the board, CEO duality, and board independence, including OC, all have a positive effect on firm performance. The results also show that the BOD has a statistically significant impact on firm performance when considering the moderating impact of OC. However, the study finds that CEO duality and board independence have an insignificant impact on return on assets (ROA). This study contributes to the literature on BOD and firm performance and provides insights for practitioners and policymakers.
The influence of the coprecipitation synthesis methods on photodegradation efficiency of ZnFe based photocatalysts
Authors: Karanovic Djurdjica , Hadnadjev-Kostic Milica , Vulic Tatjana , Milanovic Marija , Rajakovic-Ognjanovic Vladana , Marinkovic-Neducin Radmila
Published: February 2024

Organic dye pollutants that are progressively used in modern chemical industries, emerged as a major source of water contamination. A promising eco-friendly and simple approach to water purification is the heterogeneous photocatalytic process that uses various metal oxide semiconductors in the presence of light, initiating the oxidation-reduction reactions resulting in dye degradation. The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of coprecipitation synthesis methods on photodegradation efficiency. The ZnFe based photocatalysts were synthesized using two different methods: low (LS) supersaturation and high (HS) supersaturation coprecipitation and thermally activated at 100, 300, 500 and 700?C. Structural and textural characterisation were carried out and their efficiency in methylene blue photodegradation test reaction was studied. LS samples treated at 100 and 300?C exhibited very low photodegradation efficiency (less than 10 %) when compared to HS samples treated at the same temperatures (75 and 85 %). The efficiency of LS 500 and LS 700 samples improved (67 and 75 %) with the increase in thermal treatment temperature and the photodegradation efficiency difference between LS and HS samples decreased. Such behaviour of LS and HS samples could be explained by structural and textural properties that originated from different synthesis methods.
Comparative study between homemade and commercial hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) extracts regarding their phenolic profile and antioxidant activity
Authors: Zivanovic Nemanja , Simin Natasa , Lesjak Marija , Orcic Dejan , Mimica-Dukic Neda , Svircev Emilija
Published: February 2024

Crataegus species (hawthorn) have been commonly used in traditional medicine, especially for the treatment of congestive heart failure. Many studies confirmed that they are rich in polyphenols, thus exhibiting strong antioxidant activity, which contribute to the beneficial effects of hawthorn on the cardiovascular system. In the market, there are many herbal medicinal products based on hawthorn, which consumption as adjuvant therapy in heart-related issues is supported by European Medicines Agency. Since there is a global trend of making homemade herbal preparations, this study aimed to compare whether there is a difference in polyphenol profile and antioxidant potential between homemade and commercial ethanol extracts of hawthorn. Polyphenol profile was evaluated by determination of total phenolic and flavonoid contents, and by quantitative analysis of selected polyphenols by liquid chromatography? mass spectrometry/mass spectrometry. Antioxidant potential was examined by 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl, ferric ion reducing antioxidant power and lipid peroxidation inhibition assays. The results of this study suggest that homemade ethanol extracts of hawthorn flowers, leaves and fruits are just as good source of polyphenols and antioxidants as commercial ones, and their utilization should be supported. Furthermore, hawthorn extracts made of leaves and flowers are better source of bioactive polyphenols and have higher antioxidant activity compared with the same of fruits, regardless of the method of preparation.
Exploring Journal of Emerging Technologies in Accounting: A Content and Citation Analysis of JETA
Authors: Göktürk Ibrahim Emre , Güvemli Batuhan , Sarısoy Özkan
Published: February 2024

This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the Journal of Emerging Technologies in Accounting (JETA) from 2008 to 2022, the period since its indexing in Web of Science, focusing on authorship patterns, dominant topics, and citation trends. The findings highlight a significant concentration of authorship within JETA, suggesting an opportunity for enhancing diversity and introducing fresh perspectives through expanded authorial engagement. Acknowledging JETA’s significant contributions to blockchain, text analysis/NLP, and AI, this study proposes an exploration into broader, interdisciplinary domains to further enrich the journal’s thematic diversity, in alignment with global academic trends. The study further recognizes an opportunity for JETA to bolster its global impact by inviting contributions from underrepresented regions, such as South America, Australia, and Africa. Additionally, the analysis reveals a commendable trend in JETA toward collaborative and potentially interdisciplinary research, implying that fostering such collaborations could yield innovative research methodologies in the field.

Data Availability: The data supporting the findings of this study can be provided upon request by contacting Batuhan Güvemli.

JEL Classifications: M40; M41; M42; M49.
Changes in Analysts’ Accrual-Related Forecast Optimism after the Disappearance of the Accrual Anomaly
Authors: Keskek Sami , Tse Senyo
Published: February 2024

We investigate changes in analysts’ accrual-related forecast optimism after the disappearance of the accrual anomaly. We find that such optimism persists in the no-anomaly period, particularly when analysts’ incentives are aligned with greater optimism (i.e., for firms with high external financing). By contrast, the accrual-related forecast optimism declines when analysts’ incentives for optimism are low and in circumstances where analysts would have been more aware of accruals information after the anomaly became publicized (i.e., when analysts issued a cash flow forecast). These findings suggest that analysts’ incentives can offset forecast improvements that their heightened accrual awareness would otherwise allow. They also highlight the importance of considering both analysts’ incentives and knowledge when interpreting their forecasts.

Data Availability: Data are available from sources identified in the text.

JEL Classifications: G14; G29; M41.
Not Always a Malignant Tumour: A Quiz
Authors: Vieira Granja Bárbara , Amoroso Canão Pedro , Mota Alberto
Published: February 2024

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