bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Conhecimento de alunos da Educação de Jovens e Adultos sobre infecções sexualmente transmissíveis em um município no interior do Maranhão
Authors: Arrais Claudia Regina de Andrade , Faria Gustavo Hugo de Souza , Silva Maria Letícia Morais , Lima Pedro Henrique Silva , Lopes Cindy Taylor Souza , Martins Alice Iris Silva , Tiotonio Isabella de Alcantara Paniago , Branco Lucas Vinícius Lustosa Castelo , Maciel Ellen Larissa Santos da Rocha , Pires Lucas Pereira
Published: June 2024

Introdução: A Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS) estabelece a Educação Sexual Abrangente como abordagem educacional fundamental para a saúde do indivíduo. Entretanto, a sexualidade humana é muitas vezes inviabilizada na grade curricular da Educação de Jovens e Adultos (EJA), tornando os conhecimentos sobre saúde sexual deficiente. Jovens podem ser atraídos pela busca por experiências únicas e impactantes que podem ter consequências duradouras. Adultos frequentemente evitam o uso de preservativos, aumentando o risco de infecções sexualmente transmissíveis (ISTs). A incidência de HIV e AIDS aumentou entre o público jovem. No Nordeste, o Maranhão já ocupa o 2º lugar em incidência e prevalência de casos de HIV. Objetivo: Avaliar o conhecimento dos alunos de instituições públicas da EJA em um município do interior do Maranhão acerca das ISTs. Métodos: Aplicaram-se sete questões dicotômicas de verdadeiro e falso baseadas no Questionário do Conhecimento sobre Sexualidade (QCS) na dimensão “Infecções Sexualmente Transmissíveis e HIV/AIDS”. A pesquisa foi realizada em quatro instituições públicas da EJA, com assinatura do Termo de Consentimento Livre e Esclarecido (TCLE) e aprovação do Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa. Resultados: Cento e oitenta e um estudantes participaram da pesquisa, com a média de acertos M=4,39. O sexo feminino apresentou maior média de acertos (M=4,49), quando comparado ao sexo masculino (M=4,29). Entre as respostas, destaca-se que 47,5% dos alunos consideraram que a AIDS pode ser transmitida pelo beijo na boca, 62,1% consideraram verdadeiro que uma pessoa que tem um teste de HIV positivo tem AIDS, 62,1% afirmaram que fazer o teste de HIV uma semana após ter feito sexo desprotegido dirá se ela tem HIV, 22,7% não sabem que o vírus do HIV pode ser transmitido por sexo desprotegido e 13,6% desconhecem a transmissão do vírus pelo sexo anal. Conclusão: O conhecimento básico sobre ISTs e métodos contraceptivos deve ser melhor abordado para alunos da EJA. Mais estudos devem ser realizados para compreender melhor o perfil dessa população.
Trauma-Informed Undergraduate Medical Education: A Pathway to Flourishing with Adversity by Enhancing Psychological Safety
Authors: Whitaker Robert C. , Payne Georgia B. , O’Neill Maeve A. , Brennan Megan M. , Herman Allison N. , Dearth-Wesley Tracy , Weil Henry F.C.
Published: June 2024

We describe the Life Experiences Curriculum (LEC), which attempts to integrate medical student well-being with trauma-informed medical education. The long-term goal of LEC is to help medical students flourish with adversity and trauma, where flourishing refers to having a sense of purpose that arises from awareness of one’s strengths and limitations, shaped by life experiences. The short-term goal of LEC is to develop students’ relational capacities, such as acceptance and awareness of self and others, while building and maintaining students’ psychological safety. We describe the conceptual rationale for these goals and the curriculum’s development, implementation, evaluation, and limitations. The curriculum extends over four years and involves a preclinical seminar and students’ individual and group reflection sessions with LEC faculty. The seminar addresses the coexistence of trauma and flourishing across life experiences, as well as how safety in relationships is impaired by traumatic experiences and must be restored for healing and growth. The physician faculty have no role in student evaluation and co-lead all LEC activities. LEC is intended to provide students with new language for understanding the process of trauma and flourishing in both individuals and systems and to build and sustain students’ relational capacities. There are ongoing efforts to re-imagine self-care as communal-care in which care and support are given and received in a community of students and faculty. Such a model may help build the relational capacities needed to deliver trauma-informed care and also promote flourishing with adversity in healers and in those seeking to be healed.
Rezension von: Hofmann, Hanns Hubert u.a. (Hrsg.), Franken in alten Ansichten und Schilderungen
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Hofmann Hanns Hubert
Published: June 2024

Franken in alten Ansichten und Schilderungen. Herausgegeben von Hanns Hubert Hofmann und Günther Schuhmann. Konstanz: Thorbecke 1967. 335 S. Ill. DM 58.-.
Rezension von: Bardua, Heinz, Stuttgart im Luftkrieg 1939 - 1945
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Bardua Heinz
Published: June 2024

Heinz Bardua: Stuttgart im Luftkrieg 1939-1945. Mit Dokumentaranhang und 67 Abb. (Veröff. d. Archivs d. Stadt Stuttgart Bd. 23.) Stuttgart: Klett 1967. 288 S.
Rezension von: Weller, Arnold, Professor Dr. Karl Weller
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Weller Arnold
Published: June 2024

Arnold Weller: Professor Dr. Karl Weller (In: Karlsgymnasium Stuttgart 12, 21-22. 1968.)
Rezension von: Scharfe, Martin; Schenda, Rudolf; Schwedt, Herbert, Volksfrömmigkeit
Authors: Grünenwald Elisabeth , Scharfe Martin , Schenda Rudolf , Schwedt Herbert
Published: June 2024

Martin Scharfe, Rudolf Schenda, Herbert Schwedt: Volksfrömmigkeit. Bildzeugnisse aus Vergangenheit und Gegenwart. Mit einer Einführung von Hermann Bausinger. Stuttgart 1967. 129 S., 155 Abb.
Rezension von: Glässner, Wilhelm (Hrsg.), Waiblingen in Vergangenheit und Gegenwart Bd. 2
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Glässner Wilhelm
Published: June 2024

Waiblingen in Vergangenheit und Gegenwart. Band 2. Herausgegeben vom Heimatverein Waiblingen (Wilhelm Gläßner). Waiblingen 1967. 238 S.
Analysis on the Social Demand and Training Path of the Aged Service Talents: Take Dazhou City of Sichuan Province as An Example
Authors: Zhang Junpu
Published: June 2024

The training of senior service personnel is an important part of the development of senior service industry. The lack of senior service personnel seriously restricts the improvement of senior service quality. At present, there is a large gap in the demand for talents in the elderly care service, the talent structure is unreasonable, and the talent training mechanism is not perfect. In order to better promote the development of pension services, it is necessary to make plans for the construction of pension service talent team as soon as possible, increase preferential policies for the training of elderly service and nursing talents, and vigorously support local colleges and universities to apply for pension service management, nursing and rehabilitation therapy and other related majors, so as to realize the healthy and sustainable development of pension services. This report aims to investigate how can Adidas survive and improve in a consistently changing environment and strong competition. This report focuses on the multi-billion dollar shoe industry in 2021, with green, sustainable, and innovative themes. Sports and fashion will become the trend of the future industry. Adidas' global revenue is 21.23 billion euros, lagging behind the powerful Nike, with a growth rate of 16% compared to 2020, but still lagging behind the level before the 2019 pandemic. A turbulent environment, capturing consumer demand and supply chain management are the main risk issues. The company has made progress in climate change and SDG's, establishing a good brand image, but only 42% of supplier facilities met the standards and lacked the comprehensiveness of goals. They are committed to commercial product innovation, but there is a lack of internal innovation and innovative product sustainability. They opt for a detailed and systematic approach to supply chain management. They also pay attention to employee development and a fair environment, but lack concern for daily life. Adidas has a sound risk management system and has effectively responded to epidemic risks, but measures to address small and potential risks need to be improved. Because they have a certain business scale and continue to work hard, Adidas can survive in the constantly changing environment and competition, but surpassing Nike may require breakthroughs.
Anti-HBc antibodies and occult hepatitis B infection (OBI) among blood donors in Lomé, Togo
Authors: Koboyo Nadjir Liza , Katawa Gnatoulma , Kolou Maléwé , Tougouma Esso-Mondjonna , Badassan Magnim , Mazou Bassimtou , Ablam Ameyissa Amégnikpa , Feteke Lochina , Salou Mounérou , Didier Ekouevi Koumavi
Published: June 2024

Aims: Among the progressive forms of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections, the HBs antigen (HBsAg) remains undetectable in 25% of cases. There is also a form of HBV infection called occult HBV infection (OBI) characterized by the presence of viral DNA in the blood and tissues with no detectable levels of HBsAg associated with or without anti-HBc Ab, or anti-HBs Ab out of the pre-seroconversion period, which constitutes an infectious risk in blood transfusion.

Methods: To determine the prevalence of anti-HBc Abs and the HBV DNA in the blood of donors recruited at the blood transfusion center (CNTS) of Lomé. This is a cross-sectional study including 967 blood donations which were seronegative to HBs antigen during the biological qualification of the donation (BQD) from July 28 to August 19, 2022. The detection of total anti-HBc Abs (IgM and IgG) was performed by BIORAD enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method; the viral load measurement was carried out according to the polymerase chain reaction method by amplification of COBAS AmpliPrep/TaqMan 4800 (Roche diagnostics). Data processing and analysis were performed using EXCEL 2013 software and SPSS software. Concerning the ethical aspect, we have obtained written consent from the donors and the agreement of the bioethics committee for health research No. 052/2022/CBRS.

Results: The prevalence of anti-HBc Abs was 33.82% (CI: 30.83–36.80). Viral DNA was detected in 10 cases. The prevalence of occult hepatitis B was 3.05% (10/327) in blood donors carrying anti-HBc antibodies, and 1.03% (10/967) in the blood donors population that does not carry HBsAg.

Conclusion: The presence of occult hepatitis B within the population of blood donors at the blood transfusion center of Lomé constitutes a real threat to transfusion safety. The association of the viral DNA detection by PCR to the serological tests that are currently carried out during the biological qualification of the donations could be a better approach to reduce the risk of transmission of HBV by blood transfusion at the CNTS of Lomé.
Analyzing The Reliability And Validity Of Talent Identification Practices For Athletes: An Adaptation Study
Authors: Mola Dessalegn Wase , Shaw Dhananjoy
Published: June 2024

In nations like Ethiopia, talent identification is vital for fostering competitive athletes by pinpointing individuals with promising potential and guiding their development through specialized programs.The aim of this study was to assess the significance and relevance of the reliability and validity of talent identification in Ethiopian athletes for an adaptation study.A descriptive survey method was employed. Five public clubs were purposefully sampled, with 156 athletes randomly selected from a total of 257. Data were collected using the talent identification questionnaire (TIQ), revealing a reliability value of 0.808 (r) in a pilot study conducted to ascertain the scientific authenticity of the adapted questionnaire. Hypotheses were tested at a significance level of 0.05.The original TIQ has five dimensions, namely: anthropometry (ANTH), sociological predictor (SP), physiological predictor (PHYP), psychological predictor (PSYP), and technical skill predictor (TSP). The mean and standard deviation values for each dimension were 4.14±0.96; 3.78±1.05; 4.18±0.74; 4.47±0.76; and 4.28±0.76, respectively. Thereafter factor analysis was performed result increased from five to six dimensions, among six dimensions, five dimensions were hybrid whereas one dimensions are independent, and the factors were named: i) SP, PSYP, and TSP; ii) ANTH and PHYP; iii) SP and PSYP; iv) PSYP and TSP; v) SP and PSYP; vi) PSYP. Mean and standard deviation values of eachdimension were 3.87±1.06 (p<0.000), 4.21±0.85 (p<0.001), 3.98±1.15 (p<0.000), 4.02±1.08 (p<0.002), 3.83±1.23 (p<0.001), and 4.31±0.76 (p<0.000), respectively.The study considered questions regarding data reduction, feasibility, validation, and reliability of Ethiopian adaptations of TIQ. The analysis indicated enhanced reliability (test-retest) for the Ethiopian adaptation along with significant factor loadings (ranged from .745 to .863) as compared to the original TI(.621 to .726). Ethiopian adaptation of TI correlation increased (range: 0.194 to .890**) surpassing the original range (.134 to .873*). Cronbach's alpha improved from r = .879 to r = .885, affirming future validity in the Ethiopian population.In summary, the study recommends the consideration of Ethiopian adaptations for all purposes with sufficient construct validity based on the improved reliability and internal consistency observed in the adaptation compared to the original version of TIQ.
A Study On College Counselors' Professional Well-Being Based On Tao Te Ching
Authors: Liu Jing , Chang Tsang-Kai
Published: June 2024

College counselors play a vital role in the growth and success of college students as well as in supporting the teaching staff. The happiness of college counselors directly impacts their effectiveness and the stability of the counseling team, which in turn has a significant influence on achieving the moral education goals of the college. However, the increasing work pressure faced by college counselors in the rapidly developing higher education system in China has not been accompanied by a corresponding increase in their happiness level. To address this issue, this study takes a different perspective by examining the Tao Te Ching, a traditional philosophical text in China.The Tao Te Ching provides insight into the genuine significance of happiness. According to the authors of the Tao Te Ching, true happiness can be attained through cultivating peaceful thoughts, self-awareness, and self-reflection. It involves living a simple and authentic life, and approaching work with fluidity and an open mind. The aim of this study is to enhance the professional happiness of college counselors by examining and applying the principles of happiness found in the Tao Te Ching.
Intercivilizational Dialogue in Central Asia: Views of Russian and Tajik Scientists
Authors: Maitdinova G. M. , Sazhin V. I. , Mamadazimov A. M. , Zagrebin A. E.
Published: June 2024

The article provides an analysis of the features of the dialogue of civilizations in Central Asia. The region is considered as an intercivilizational hub where Persian, Hellenistic, Babylonian, Chinese, Indian, Mongolian, Arab, and Turkic civilizations interacted and competed. As a result, a special type of culture arose that influences peoples, their national psychology, religion, and linguistic characteristics. Historically, the region was a contact zone of settled agricultural and nomadic civilizations. The impetus for the development of the region was given by its transit potential, in particular the Great Silk Road. The authors believe that at the present stage, dialogue is possible based on an understanding of the historical community of different peoples living in the region, and one’s own civilizational identity, which is based on traditional values. The political culture of the Central Asian countries has developed its own democratic principles, which are not always identical to Western ones. At the present stage, new dialogue platforms are emerging where active intercivilizational dialogue is conducted. Along with the dialogue are Afghanistan, Iran, China, Pakistan.
Interreligious Dialogue: the Actual Meaning, Typology and Features of the Post-Soviet Space
Authors: Lunkin R. N. , Melnik S. V.
Published: June 2024

The article presents the authors’ thoughts on the reasons for the growing role of the religious factor in modern international relations, and the risks associated with the politicization of religions. It is concluded that religious diversity and at the same time the commonality of basic values directly correlate with the emerging multipolarity of the modern world. It is noted that against the backdrop of the crisis of the Western liberal order and neoliberal ideology, religion and its institutions have become symbols of new fundamentalism, that is, an ideology that calls for a return to the foundations of faith and one’s worldview and culture. The growing role of religion as an institution of civil society and the need to make this institution stronger, to integrate it into civil society and into the system of patriotic education are noted. A classification of types of interreligious dialogue (polemical, cognitive, peacemaking, partnership) and levels of interreligious dialogue (high, medium, low) is presented. The specifics of interreligious dialogue in the post-Soviet space and the features of post-Soviet religious and political identity, the new attitude of political authorities to the institutions of faith are determined: the desire to integrate them into the social structure of society and into social policy. A brief description of interreligious dialogue in the USSR and in the post-Soviet period is given. The prospects for the development of ethno-confessional relations in the post-Soviet space are considered. Recommendations are given for the development of interreligious dialogue at the present stage.
Presentación de un modelo de cómo la competencia de los gerentes afecta el desarrollo de la organización en las sucursales de seguros de Irán
Authors: Nemati Hamid , Manzari Tavakoli Hamdollah , Salajegheh Sanjar , Pourkiani Masoud , Pourkiani Masoud , Sheikhi Ayyub
Published: June 2024

El sistema de seguros en Irán, para poder dinamizar y mantener su equilibrio, necesita realizar cambios en sus valores, actitudes y creencias, y como resultado, el desarrollo de la organización, para que de esta manera pueda presentar valiosos y calificados servicios a las personas, y de esta manera necesita herramientas de apoyo para tener éxito, que una de estas herramientas son los gerentes competentes y apelantes a sus competencias. Debido a la importancia del tema, el propósito de la presente investigación es presentar un modelo de cómo la competencia de los gerentes afecta el desarrollo de la organización en las ramas de seguros de Irán.
El método de investigación fue descriptivo-encuesta. La población estadística estuvo conformada por tres grupos: 1) Expertos familiarizados con las teorías de la competencia de los gerentes y el desarrollo organizacional, que 15 personas fueron seleccionadas de manera selectiva. 2) Gerentes superiores, básicos y medios de las sucursales de seguros de Irán (582 personas) seleccionados según la fórmula de Cochran, 232 personas seleccionadas según la proporción del método aleatorio estratificado con el volumen. 3) Todos los empleados de las sucursales de seguros de Irán (2,067 personas) que para determinar y seleccionar el tamaño de la muestra, el método de datos emparejados, es decir para cada gerente (dos empleados subordinados del mismo gerente) se consideró que su número se determinó igual a 464 personas. Se utilizó un cuestionario para recopilar datos. Modelo de cuestionario de diseño que se basó en estudios previos, literatura de investigación y expertos en encuestas en el área de estudio de caso, y se identificaron un total de 18 indicadores y 54 preguntas para la competencia de los gerentes y 6 indicadores y 18 preguntas para el desarrollo organizacional. La validez de contenido de los cuestionarios fue 0,91,5, 0,94,9 y el coeficiente alfa de Cronbach fue 0,86 y 0,99,1, respectivamente.
El análisis de los datos se realizó mediante el modelado de ecuaciones estructurales aplicando el software LISREL versión 8.8. Con base en los resultados, la fuerza de correlación de la competencia individual (0.47), competencia técnica (0.79), competencia gerencial e interactiva (0.72), competencia general (0.63), competencia social (0.89) y competencia del deber (0.42) con el desarrollo de la organización en las sucursales de seguros de Irán con un nivel de error del 5% y la estadística t superior a 1,96 mostró que las correlaciones observadas son significativas. Por tanto, es necesario prestar especial atención a los indicadores de competencia de los directivos.
Pengelolaan Limbah Rumah Tangga menjadi Eco-Enzyme melalui Proses Fermentasi
Authors: Indriyani  , Tafzi Fitry , Afdal M. , Ulyarti  , Lisani
Published: June 2024

Forum Indonesia Muda (FIM) adalah sebuah forum independen yang beranggotakan pemuda dari berbagai latar belakang aktivitas, universitas, serta gerakan kepemudaan dari seluruh Indonesia, dengan cita-cita membangun bangsa melalui semangat kontribusi bersama. Dengan beragam latar belakang anggotanya, setiap individu memiliki peran masing-masing, menjadikan FIM Jambi memiliki beberapa divisi agar peran pemuda tersebut bisa tersalurkan dengan baik. Sampah organik adalah bahan yang dibuang, tetapi masih bisa dimanfaatkan kembali, terutama sampah kulit buah dan sayur yang bisa diolah menjadi produk cair dan padat yang bermanfaat bagi lingkungan. Cairan ini dikenal sebagai ekoenzim (eco-enzyme) yang sangat bermanfaat bagi kesehatan, lingkungan, dan pertanian. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk mengurangi jumlah limbah kulit buah dan sayur. Kegiatan pengabdian ini dibagi menjadi empat tahap pelaksanaan, yaitu: tahap survei, tahap sosialisasi, tahap pelatihan teknis, dan tahap pendampingan. Hasil kegiatan ini diharapkan mampu menghasilkan dampak positif yang signifikan dalam pengelolaan limbah dan menjaga keberlanjutan lingkungan, terutama bagi FIM sebagai pemuda yang berperan dalam menjaga lingkungan. Kegiatan ini memberikan solusi yang dapat diterapkan secara luas dalam masyarakat untuk menciptakan lingkungan yang lebih bersih dan sehat.
La relation entre l’attitude envers la science et son enseignement en classe de personnes enseignantes au primaire et leur utilisation d’un organisme de promotion de la culture scientifique et technologique
Authors: Chastenay Pierre , Marec Claude-Émilie , Desjarlais Estelle , Ayotte-Beaudet Jean-Philippe , Rodrigue-Poulin Élise , Skelling Desmeules Yannick , Brouillard Martin
Published: June 2024

L’enseignement de la science et de la technologie (ST) au primaire souffre d’un certain désengagement de la part de nombreuses personnes enseignantes. Des auteurs ont proposé qu’une attitude plus positive de la personne enseignante envers la ST et son enseignement puisse rehausser l’enseignement de la ST à l’école. À cette fin, des organismes de promotion de la culture scientifique et technologique (OPCST) offrent un accompagnement « pour stimuler l’intérêt des élèves et soutenir les enseignants de science et technologie » (Conseil supérieur de l’éducation [CSE], 2013, p. 74). On connaît cependant peu les liens qui existent entre l’attitude d’une personne enseignante au primaire envers la ST et l’enseignement de cette matière en classe, et son utilisation des services d’un OPCST. La présente étude de cas s’intéresse à ces liens, en particulier auprès de personnes enseignantes utilisatrices des services de l’OPCST les Neurones Atomiques (NA). Nous avons d’abord mesuré quantitativement l’attitude de ces personnes (N = 206) envers la ST et son enseignement à l’aide du questionnaire Dimensions of Attitude toward Science (DAS). Neuf personnes enseignantes présentant des profils d’attitude variés ont ensuite participé à des entretiens semi-dirigés. Nos résultats démontrent un lien fort entre l’attitude d’une personne enseignante envers la ST et son enseignement, et la façon dont elle utilise les services des NA. L’analyse dévoile également des raisons similaires pour lesquelles les personnes enseignantes de différents profils invitent les NA dans leur classe. Enfin, l’article esquisse les avantages et les limites de l’intervention d’un OPCST en classe sur l’appropriation de l’enseignement de la ST par les personnes enseignantes, et propose des façons par lesquelles ces OPCST peuvent contribuer au rehaussement de l’enseignement de la ST au primaire.
A Dissident Archive of Climate Change Fiction: Feminist Afrofuturist Literary Voices on the Anthropocene
Authors: Xausa Chiara
Published: June 2024

Drawing from Shelley Streeby’s definition of “visionary fiction” to describe Indigenous and people of colour futurisms as fiction that “extends beyond cli-fi in its rich and deep connections to social movements and everyday struggles” (Streeby 4-5) and that attempts to decolonise the imagination of climate change, this article will propose an analysis of feminist Afrofuturist climate change fiction. The absence of climate justice from several novels that are considered to be part of the emerging canon of climate fiction, and their one-dimensional representation of gender, race, and the other-than-human (Schneider-Mayerson; Gaard), require alternative ways of responding to the climate change crisis. My analyses seek to demonstrate that feminist Afrofuturist representations of the Anthropocene not only treat climate justice as a central issue, but they also make an insightful critical intervention capable of imagining a rupture from master—and mainstream—narratives of linear progress. This article, in particular, will propose an overview of some contemporary feminist Afrofuturist writers and filmmakers, such as Wanuri Kahiu, Nnedi Okorafor, and N. K. Jemisin.
An Effective Internet of Things based Assessment of ANN and ANFIS algorithms for Cardiac Arrhythmia
Authors:   Assistant professor-senior scale Department of Information and Communication Technology. Manipal Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, Madhura Madhura ,   Associate Professor - 1, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Bangalore, Karnataka, India,   Assistant professor Ece Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr.Sagunthala RD Institute of Science and Technology Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu,   Centre of Research Impact and Outcome, Chitkara University, Rajpura- 140417, Punjab, India,   Centre of Research Impact and Outcome, Chitkara University, Rajpura- 140417, Punjab, India,   College of Medical Techniques, Al-Farahidi University, Baghdad, Iraq, KS Asha , Thomas Mary Christeena , Bhalla Anubhav , Saini Rajat , Sameen Aws Zuhair
Published: June 2024

Reducing the influence of significant noise signal components on the obtained raw ECG signal is essential for precise identification of cardiac arrhythmias (CA), which frequently present as irregularities in heart rate or rhythm. Preprocessing is used to remove noise signals and baseline drift from the ECG wave that is recorded using the internet of things (IoT). After that, the denoised signal is subjected to dimensionality reduction and feature extraction. In order to determine whether classification method is more effective in detecting cardiac arrhythmias, this study compares two methods: an adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system and artificial feed-forward neural networks trained with the back-propagation learning algorithm. An Adaptive Neuro Fuzzy Inference System analyses ICA features obtained by non-parametric power spectral estimates, and an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) classifier uses the ECG signal's morphological and statistical aspects to identify patterns. The creation of artificial feed-forward neural networks provides a rich framework for studying the Back Propagation Algorithm. Sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, and positive predictiveivity are some of the performance characteristics that are thoroughly examined. An overall accuracy of 97.79%, sensitivity of 99.82%, specificity of 99.68%, and positive predictivity of 98.58% were seen in the results of the Artificial Neural Feed Forward Network (ANFFN). The Adaptive Neuro Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) outperforms these metrics with an astounding overall accuracy of 99.62%, specificity of 98.63%, and positive predictivity of 99.46%. With a classification accuracy of 99.82%, ANFIS demonstrates to be the most effective classifier for identifying cardiac arrhythmias.
Exploring Dance Theory: Philosophical Foundations, Aesthetic Principles, and Critical Perspectives
Authors: Zhang Shanshan
Published: June 2024

This paper explores the complex realm of dance theory and explores its philosophical, aesthetic, and critical viewpoints. First, we consider the philosophical foundation of dance ontologically and strive for an ontological problem of action, expression and avatar. Dance semiotics and symbols are studied as basic tools for deciphering the meaning and understanding complex language of movement. Furthermore, the theory of body cognition reveals a complex relationship between mind, body and environment in the background of dance. Then we deeply study the principles of Dance Aesthetics, and emphasize the importance of the work of form and composition, labor force and choreography of expression. We also study the criticism and criticism of dance works using analytical techniques, interpretations, and comparative analysis, and provide a knowledge of the complex discourse of dance as an art form.
Research on the Chinese Marriage Crisis - A Matching Perspective
Authors: Wang Nasheng
Published: June 2024

This article examines the significant influence of parental attitudes on the mating choices of young adults in China. It highlights the stark dominance of Chinese parents in decision-making processes about their children's romantic lives, which can significantly influence the nation's marriage and divorce trends. Past articles revealed changes in parental attitudes towards their children's romantic relationships during university years, highlighting a shift from traditional opposition to increased support, potentially impacting financial assistance. Another stream of research focused on the ongoing marriage crisis in China, where declining marriage rates and rising divorce rates are influenced by socioeconomic changes, urbanization, and evolving marital values. They suggest that economic and cultural shifts play significant roles. This paper integrates sociocultural dynamics with a model of deferred acceptance in matchmaking to explore how shifts toward more progressive parental attitudes could be exacerbating the marriage crisis in China. By applying a matching algorithm, the study reveals that mismatches in parental expectations across different societal segments could lead to higher divorce rates and lower marriage rates. The paper proposes educational reforms and matchmaking optimizations as potential solutions to mitigate these effects.
Development Pathways for Vocational Education and Training (VET) in China
Authors: Xu Ziyi
Published: June 2024

In recent years, although the state has increased support for vocational education from multiple aspects, China's vocational education development still faces some challenges. This research aims to explore the significance of VET and the development pathway for VET in an employment-oriented context. This paper argues that it is necessary to adhere to the development direction of "employment and entrepreneurship" and provide innovative development and operation mechanisms for vocational education products or services in the field of vocational education. Its essence is the deep integration of industry and education, school-enterprise cooperation, and an innovative measure to cultivate qualified technical and skilled talents to meet the talent needs of the labor market. This paper emphasizes that to better adapt to the pressures brought about by changes in the employment environment, it is necessary to accelerate the construction of a high-quality vocational education system, effectively improve the quality of vocational education and training, and ensure that vocational education closely aligns with the economic and social development needs and seamlessly meets the actual employment standards of industries and enterprises.
Fostering Interactive Language Use: Strategies and Challenges in English Language Teaching
Authors: Sun Yuhan
Published: June 2024

This paper explores the significance of interactive language use by English teachers in fostering language acquisition among students. It delves into three key aspects: establishing rapport and trust, promoting student engagement, and enhancing language proficiency. Through an analysis grounded in socio-constructivist principles and applied linguistics, the paper elucidates effective strategies for interactive language use, including task-based learning, collaborative projects, and the integration of authentic materials. Moreover, it examines the challenges faced in interactive language use, such as overcoming language barriers, balancing teacher talk and student participation, and addressing technological integration. By synthesizing theoretical frameworks with practical pedagogical insights, this paper provides a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in interactive language use and offers recommendations for effective implementation in English language teaching.
Using cellular automata and multi-criteria evaluation to simulate the wildfire expansion in Prince George, British Co-lumbia
Authors: Jin Shujian , He Qijian , Heung Tsz Ki Venus
Published: June 2024

Wildfires pose a critical and ongoing challenge in British Columbia, Canada, threatening human life, property, and natural ecosystems. To understand and predict the behavior of such fires, our study employs Cellular Automata (CA), a mathematical model adept at simulating complex systems through grid-based cell interactions. This model, validated by prior research, incorporates a wind propagation rule that significantly enhances the prediction of wildfire spread in the direction of prevailing winds. Research centers on a wildfire event in Prince George, utilizing CA to simulate fire dynamics influenced by var-ious factors. The models strength lies in its ability to represent detailed local interactions and its flexibility in scenario testing, which is instrumental in understanding model uncer-tainties. By simulating different fire scenarios, the study aims to grasp the complexities and potential variables affecting wildfire behavior. The research provides a foundation for decision-makers to analyze and study wildfire events, leveraging a Multi-Criteria Evaluation (MCE) Model to assess the susceptibility of cells to fire. This comprehensive approach combines CA with MCE, offering a robust framework for simulating and manag-ing wildfire expansion in British Columbia.
Increasing impacts of ocean acidification on coral reefs under global warming
Authors: Li Ruotong
Published: June 2024

The rapid increase in atmospheric CO2 concentration in recent decades has influenced the marine system to a great extent with ocean acidification being one of the consequences. Ocean acidifications impact on calcifying marine organisms has long been the subject of scientific studies. To determine the effect of ocean acidification on hard coral reefs, we analyzed five ocean coastal regions, comparing the trend in regional surface hydrogen ion activity with the change in hard coral coverage. In each region, we included both historical measured data and predicted data using RCP models as an implication of the potential future. The outcome does not provide substantial evidence to confirm the hypothesis linking the two variables. Additionally, the direct association between these variables cannot be ascertained due to the influence of uncontrolled factors such as local pollution, ocean warming, and ocean currents.
From inflammatory mediators to immune response: A comprehensive analysis of immune impairment in patients with polymicrobial forms of leprosy
Authors: Qu Jinming
Published: June 2024

Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae that primarily affects the skin and peripheral nervous system. In the polymicrobial form of leprosy, the intertwining of ever-increasing pathogens and overloaded immune responses leads to significant tissue damage. This article analyzes the background of leprosy and the polymicrobial form of the disease, describes the process of activation of the immune system by antigenic exposure to leprosy, the associated mediators produced and the mechanisms of immune injury, and describes the limitations and future directions of research in patients with the polymicrobial form of leprosy, as well as exploring in detail how the cytokines and chemokines produced in the process affect the structure and function of the tissues. The mechanisms of the immune mediators produced that cause tissue injury. In addition, this review discusses the limitations and future directions of current research on immune injury in leprosy, which will provide a reference direction for future research to improve the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of leprosy.
Perceptions of Digital Academic Dishonesty in English Writing at Applied Colleges
Authors: Sheerah Hebah Asaad Hamza
Published: June 2024

Since the last decade, English instructors have often found digital academic English writing dishonesty (Tayan, 2017) among Saudi EFL graduating students due to the serious issues of adapting the online ghostwrites and tools, fabricating the English writing practices (Al-Khairy, 2013), plagiarism (Madkhali, 2017; Jenkins, 2018), neglecting proper citation and referencing, a lack of critical thinking and analysis, limited vocabulary and weak language proficiency (Fareed et al., 2016, Alsowat, 2017), and inadequate grammar and syntax, all of which affect their English writing skills ethically. However, such serious issues and digital factors devalue the hard work of honest students and negatively impact the integrity of the educational system. Therefore, this research attempt investigated critically the perceptions of digital academic dishonesty by Saudi EFL students in English writing at the Applied Colleges of King Khalid University. The objective of this study was to examine the awareness and understanding of digital academic dishonesty among diploma students enrolled in applied colleges. A descriptive quantitative analysis of 134 students' questionnaires was conducted, and data was gathered regarding their perceptions of academic dishonesty and such mediums by which students take part in academically dishonest activities. Also, the study explored the prevalent types of digital academic dishonesty that Saudi students engage in and the causes behind such behaviors. The investigation identified such common types of digital academic dishonesty as plagiarism, unauthorized collaboration, utilizing essay mills, and falsification of sources, among others. By investigating the motivations behind such behaviors, the study, therefore, aimed to shed light on suggestions to reduce digital academic dishonesty in the context of English writing assignments.
Research on the Linked Teaching Mode Constructed with TBL and CIM for Master of Translation & Interpreting
Authors: Wang Jianjun , Meng Xiaodan
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this paper is to explore a new teaching mode suitable for master of translation & Interpreting based on the characteristics of students’ powerful practicality and high degree of engagement, linking the Task-Based Learning (TBL) of Constructivist Learning Theory and the Collaborative-Inquiry Model (CIM) in the teaching and integrating their advantages. At the same time, this paper also explores how to make full use of the advantages of the English-Chinese translation course, how to combine the teaching of the English-Chinese translation course with ideological and political education, and how to incorporate ideological and political elements into the teaching content, teaching methods and evaluation methods. According to the teaching objectives, the teaching content is designed into one or more tasks, and students are given a specific situation or a task to be handled, so that they can proactively think under the drive of strong motivation of the problem, and complete the task through learning and doing. Then basing on the guided cooperative learning, research learning and the theory of group dynamics, and on the basis of a certain content of the lecture, the teacher, the students and the media interact with each other to conduct research on a certain problem. The application of this linked teaching mode in the teaching for master of translation and & Interpreting aims to adapt to students’ learning, research, practice and cooperative needs to the greatest extent, which can greatly improve students’ logical thinking ability, collaborative research spirit and reflective evaluation ability, and also maximize students’ participation in classroom and pride in self-worth realization, so that they can learn well and happily, and take initiative in learning. The results show that: 1) the linked teaching mode of TBL and CIM can rationally allocate teaching resources; 2) it can promote students to absorb new knowledge in a task-oriented way, improve their problem-solving ability, and help cultivate the spirit of inquiry and research in students’ active learning. At the same time, it is conducive to the cultivation of teamwork spirit so that students can use the team’s strength to solve problems and to maximize the learning efficiency; 3) it can help students have a systematic and clear understanding of the macroscopic and microscopic differences between the English and Chinese languages, and choose the appropriate translation strategies according to the characteristics of the English and Chinese languages.
Translating Culture-Specific Expressions from English into Arabic: Yemeni Students as a Case Study
Authors: Al-khadem Khalil Qasem
Published: June 2024

The present study explоres the challenges encоuntered by Yemeni undergraduate students in fully cоmprehending and accurately cоnveying the nuances оf culture-specific expressiоns. It seeks tо discern the mоst effective strategies emplоyed by learners tо translate culturally-bоund cоncepts frоm English tо Arabic. In pursuit оf these оbjectives, a purposive sample of 60 Yemeni students of EFL was taken. The primary instrument utilized fоr data cоllectiоn was a translatiоn test designed by the researcher based upon available studies, encоmpassing 10 items featuring culturally embedded expressiоns. Participants were then asked to translate these expressiоns frоm English intо Arabic, acknоwledging the cultural cоnnоtatiоns inherent in bоth languages. The study's findings underscоred a spectrum оf hurdles faced by undergraduate students in the translatiоn оf culture-specific expressiоns. These impediments were predominantly caused by unfamiliarity with the intricacies оf bоth the cultures springing from i. deficiency in familiarity with translatiоn strategies and techniques; ii. challenges in achieving оptimal equivalence in the target language, hindering the fidelity оf translatiоns; iii. Finding functiоnal and pragmatic equivalents fоr these expressiоns; iv. ambiguity in certain cultural expressiоns that cоmpоunded the translatiоn challenges. In the backdrop оf these findings, the study recommends remedial interventiоns tо address these difficulties, including augmenting the cоurses within academic curricula that nurture cultural sensitivity and crоss-cultural cоmpetence. Such initiatives aim tо bridge the cultural divide and equip students with the requisite skills tо navigate linguistic and cultural cоmplexities mоre effectively.
Professional athletes and the fundamental principles and rights at work
Authors:   International Labour Organization. Sectoral Policies Department,
Published: June 2024

The report presents an assessment of the pilot process on measuring SDG indicator 10.7.1, undertaken by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in collaboration with the ILO.
Teaching bare plurals in Spanish language classrooms
Authors: Li Ningxian
Published: June 2024

Language instruction has shifted towards communication, often neglecting detailed grammar explanations based on linguistic research. This article examines the interpretation of bare plurals in Spanish, arguing for the integration of theoretical linguistics into classroom practices to enhance grammar instruction. The discussion highlights the differences between Spanish and English bare plurals and underscores the necessity of teaching these distinctions to prevent negative transfer and improve language acquisition. By analyzing recent linguistic findings, the article proposes practical approaches for incorporating these insights into teaching strategies, ultimately aiming to improve learners' comprehension and usage of Spanish bare plurals.
Transcranial photobiomodulation therapy improves cognitive test scores in dogs with presumptive canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD): A case series of five dogs
Authors: Dewey Curtis , Rishniw Mark , Brunke Matthew , Gerardi Joyce , Sakovitch Kasie
Published: June 2024

Background:
Canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD) is considered the canine version of human Alzheimer’s disease (AD). As with AD, CCD is a multifactorial and progressive neurodegenerative disorder for which effective treatment options are continuously being sought. Transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBMT), or transcranial laser therapy, has shown promise as a treatment for cognitive impairment in rodent AD investigations and several human AD clinical trials.
Aim:
The purpose of this prospective case series was to evaluate the effect of transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBMT) on cognitive scores when applied to senior dogs with CCD over a 60-day period.
Methods:
Five senior (>9-year-old) dogs with moderate (16-33) to severe (>33) cognitive scores were enrolled. Owners were instructed on the use of a Class IM laser device and administered a specific dose of laser energy transcranially to both sides of the patient’s head, 3 times per week for one month and 2 times per week for a second month. No additional therapeutic measures aimed at enhancing cognitive ability were permitted during the 60-day evaluation time. Baseline cognitive scores were compared with scores obtained at 30-and 60-days post-treatment.
Results:
Cognitive scores showed improvement in 4/5 dogs at 30 days (27.6% reduction) and all dogs at 60 days (43.4% reduction). There were no adverse effects attributable to tPBMT.
Conclusion:
Results of our small case series suggest that tPBMT may improve cognitive scores in dogs with moderate to severe CCD by 30 days of application and the improvement is sustained at 60 days. Further studies are needed to ascertain optimal tPBMT protocols for CCD.
Quantum chemical calculation employed for investigation mesitylene compound
Authors: Azeez Yousif Hussein , Obaıd Kareem Rebaz , Hamad Othman , Omer Rebaz , Othman Khdir , Ahmed Lana , Kaygılı Omer
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study was to provide a theoretical evaluation of the benzene ring, and three methyl groups (CH3) that give the chemical its name (mesitylene, or C9H12) using quantum computation. The theoretical characteristics of the research were investigated using Gaussian software (DFT)/B3LYP employing 3-21G STO cc-pVDZ VDD basis sets. The mesitylene structures' shape was then optimized using this knowledge. The calculations for the electronic properties, including excitation energies, wavelengths, EHOMO and ELUMO energies, (DOS), Molecular Orbital Theory (MOT), electronic charge destruction, FT-IR, and the RAMAN spectrum, were carried out by DFT. The thermochemistry results, which include entropy (S), molar heat capacity (Cv), and thermal energy (E) complement the electronic properties. The STO/B3LYP base set has an excellent value for the BG energy, which is calculated to be 6.562 eV. This result agrees with previous research 6.22 eV.