bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
You’ve got mail! Using email technology to enhance intercultural communication learning
Authors: Campbell Nittaya
Published: August 2023

As organizations become increasingly globalized and workforces increasingly culturally diverse, the use of "global virtual teams" is becoming more and more common. To be prepared to work in such a team, students need to develop skills in both intercultural communication and the use of modern computer technologies. This paper reports on a project that involved intercultural communication students in the U.S.A. and New Zealand corresponding through email. The aim was to enhance their intercultural communication learning with an experience of actually crossing cultural borders and of handling a popular computer technology to communicate in a virtual environment. Results and implications of the study are discussed.
Intercultural Communication in the Japanese Language Classroom in Singapore: A Comparison of Students’ and Teachers’ Perceptions
Authors: Hoon Lai Siew , Tomiko KATO
Published: August 2023

Exploring the communicative behavior of teachers and students in the Japanese language classroom in Singapore is one important way of looking at intercultural communication between Japanese and Singaporeans. Ease in effective communication is often hindered by differences in expectations resulting in communication gaps. In this study, attempts were made to explore the differences in perceptions held by students and Japanese teachers of (i) a good teacher versus a Japanese teacher; and (ii) a good student versus a university student. A questionnaire based on previous findings was constructed using a 5-point semantic differential scale for this purpose. A comparison of results showed that there were significant differences in students’ and teachers’ perception of a good teacher/student versus the teacher/student in reality.
Re-imaging Understanding of Intercultural Communication, Culture and Culturing
Authors: Bakic-Miric Natasa
Published: August 2023

The paper examines intercultural communication as the management of messages across cultures. Our understanding of culture, culturing, and intercultural communication enlarges our understanding of what being human means and, moreover, expands moral action by locating our humanity within a constantly changing world. This emergent quantum understanding brings a closer look on intercultural theory and the phenomenon of culturing, thus, broadening human understanding of intercultural communication.
Cultural Differences in Conversational Strategies-Japanese and American University Students
Authors: Viswat Linda , Kobayashi Junko
Published: August 2023

This paper deals with cultural differences in conversational strategies between Japanese and American university students. Based upon a questionnaire distributed to 106 Japanese students with intermediate English proficiency and 97 American students, the paper examines specific problems caused by the differences in expectations, and identifies several culturally held values. At the same time, it also mentions individual differences in empathic ability, and suggests that people with intercultural or life experiences pass through perceptual changes over time. Then, it explores possible educational programs to help both Japanese and American students become aware of each other’s differing views and make adjustments to their conversational strategies so as to meet the other person’s expectations.
On Negative Cultural Transfer in Communication Between Chinese and Americans
Authors: Wei Xiaohong
Published: August 2023

Different nations in the world have their own cultures, and these cultures are characterized by both universality and particularity. The former provides a foundation and guarantee for intercultural communication, while the latter often leads to negative cultural transfer in communication if the speakers are unconscious of cultural differences. This paper makes a comparative study of negative cultural transfer in communication between Chinese and Americans from two aspects: the negative transfer of surface-structure culture in language forms and speech acts and the negative transfer of deep-structure culture in values, thought patterns, religious beliefs and ethics. It holds that failure in intercultural communication will occur if inadequate attention is paid to cultural differences in the process of language and culture learning.
The Socratic Method and Deliberation in Democracy
Authors: - Supriya Verma
Published: August 2023

The ability to doubt and question the existing beliefs, practices and traditions is critical for democracy. It is the very foundation of a democratic life that the participants of the democratic society engage in debates and deliberation to bring out truth and the ideals on which society, especially a diverse society, can be well organized. These participants would need to possess the ability to not only doubt their own way of life but also to question the judgments and the consensus within the republic that is democratic. In lieu of these arguments, I wish to propose that the ‘Socratic Method’ instills in the democratic citizens the quintessential attributes and character required for a successfully functioning democracy in a diverse society. In this paper, I shall outline what we may conceive of the ‘Socratic Method’ and try to measure the applicability of the Socratic method in multicultural democracies.
Assessment of Women's Socio-Economic Status and Attainments: A Case Study of District Pulwama in Jammu and Kashmir
Authors: - IRSHAD AHMAD WANI , - ISHFAQ  MOHI  UD  DIN  PARA
Published: August 2023

Empowerment is a complex societal process aimed at enabling individuals to gain control over their lives. This process involves enhancing their social status and granting them authority over their inherent rights, including those that pertain to the community and society. Moreover, empowerment is a consequence of being engaged in decision-making. Women's empowerment, specifically, pertains to the journey through which women attain equal recognition with men, enabling them to actively contribute to society's progress. This involvement spans various realms, encompassing political engagement, education, industrial employment, and notably, significant contributions to the corporate sector. This transformation has liberated women from antiquated roles, elevating their standing and influence across all facets of life. The historical perception of women as domestic and laborious entities has evolved, leading to a more optimistic and progressive global perspective that champions their cause. They have broken free from the confines of traditional roles, as the world now wholeheartedly acknowledges their skills and contributions across diverse domains. This study aims to delve into the current status and accomplishments of women in various sectors within the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, shedding light on their remarkable progress.
Everyday Life of Ancient Bengal People: Food Habits and Dress-up
Authors: - Irin Akter
Published: August 2023

Food and clothing are two of the basic human needs. From cavemen to the modern age of mechanized civilization, people love to taste new foods. The number of foodies in today’s society is not very small. Similarly, it is not an exception in the case of clothing. The market is now flooded with new designs and styles of clothing. My current research is based on my interest to know about the food habits and clothing styles of the people of Ancient Bengal. Starting from knowing what kind of food the people of Ancient Bengal liked to eat, what kind of food they kept in their daily bill of fare, what kind of food was customary to eat at weddings or any festival, whether there was any difference in the diet of the rich society and the poor society, a clear idea of the human food chart can be obtained from this study. Besides, what kind of clothes did the people of Ancient Bengal wear, what was the style of clothing of men and women, whether there was any different in the style of clothing of upper class and lower-class family members, what kind of clothes were worn during festivals, many knowledge seekers are interested in knowing about these issues. But due to the lack of adequate and detailed research on Ancient Bengal, there is less scope to know about these issues. It was mainly with this goal in mind that I conducted my research.
Exploring Sexual Harassment: A Comparative Analysis and Similarities from Bangladesh and Malaysia
Authors: - Mohammad Nazmul Alam , - Easmat Jabin Sumi , - Md Shahin Kabir
Published: August 2023

Sexual harassment is a widespread and harmful issue that affects people of all sexes, ages, and socioeconomic statuses. Both Bangladesh and Malaysia are seriously concerned about it from a legal standpoint. Several review papers have been created to compile the literature on sexual harassment in Bangladesh and Malaysia separately. However, there isn't a research or review article that compares Malaysia with Bangladesh. This review article examines the facts and manifestations of sexual harassment in Bangladesh and compares the results with Malaysia to address these limitations. It also evaluates Bangladesh's legal and policy frameworks for sexual harassment to take a lesson from Malaysia’s successes.
PENGGUNAAN MEDIA LAGU PADA MATA PELAJARAN BAHASA INDONESIA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN LITERASI SISWA KELAS III SDN 02 KROMPENG
Authors: Rizqiatul Janah  , Ari Widyaningrum  , Veryliana Purnamasari
Published: August 2023

ABSTRAK

Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi karena kurangnya literasi siswa di sekolah dasar. Alasan peneliti mengambil judul skripsi ini dikarenakan siswa kelas III SDN 02 Krompeng masih mengalami kesulitan membaca dan menulis. Hal tersebut dikarenakan metode mengajar guru masih monoton dan hasil ulangan harian yang naik turun. Sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa kurangnya literasi pada siswa. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui penggunaan media lagu pada mata pelajaran Bahasa Indonesia untuk meningkatkan kemampuan literasi siswa kelas III SD Negeri 02 Krompeng. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif, yaitu untuk menganalisis serta mendeskripsikan penggunaan media lagu pada mata pelajaran Bahasa Indonesia untuk meningkatkan literasi siswa kelas III SDN 02 Krompeng. Subjek penelitiannya adalah guru dan siswa kelas III SDN 02 krompeng. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan menggunakan observasi, wawancara, pengisian angket, dan dokumentasi. Sementara untuk metode analisis data yang digunakan yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil analisis penelitian, mendeskripsikan bahwa guru menggunakan media lagu dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia, seperti pada pembelajaran di kelas, guru menggunakan jenis media lagu live music yaitu bermain gitar dan bernyanyi secara langsung di depan siswa siswanya. Selain itu guru menggunakan media berupa tulisan lirik lagu yang sudah di print dan ditempel di depan papan tulis, agar siswa mudah melihat lirik lagu dengan jelas. Respon siswa ketika menggunakan media lagu tersebut mereka merasa ceria, lebih aktif ketika pembelajaran, dan lebih mudah memahami materi pembelajaran. Untuk meningkatkan literasi siswa, dibuktikan dengan adanya pemahaman siswa dalam membaca, memberikan kesempatan siswa dalam menulis, mengenalkan huruf, mengenal nama-nama alfabet, dan dapat meningkatkan keterampilan fonologis siswa.

Kata Kunci: Penggunaan Media Lagu, Peningkatan Literasi, Siswa Sekolah Dasar.
Enhanced Ensemble-Based Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Attack Detection with Novel Feature Selection: A Robust Cybersecurity Approach
Authors: Hossain Md. Alamgir
Published: August 2023

One of the major threats to computer networks and systems is distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. These attacks include saturating the targeted system with a large volume of traffic coming from several sources, which causes a service interruption. Detecting these attacks in real-time has become a critical task in cybersecurity. The existing method of DDoS attack detection suffers from the problem of high false positive rates. Additionally, the classifiers used in the existing methods may not be able to capture the complex patterns of the DDoS attack traffic, leading to low accuracy. In this research, I propose an enhanced approach for detecting DDoS attacks using an ensemble-based random forest classifier with a novel feature selection technique. The ability of the ensemble-based Random Forest Classifier to aggregate many decision trees to increase classification accuracy makes it a better option for DDoS attack detection than a single machine learning-based classifier. By lowering the variance and bias of the classifier, ensemble-based approaches are known to reduce overfitting and increase the robustness of the model. To choose the most useful characteristics for DDoS attack detection, the feature selection strategy uses a novel combination of correlation analysis, mutual information, and principal component analysis techniques. A part of the CIC-DDoS2019 dataset is used for the evaluation of the proposed method and to compare it to other modern approaches. The experimental results reveal that when integrated with additional evaluation metrics, the proposed approach outperforms existing techniques in various aspects, including accuracy, recall, precision, F1-score, false positive rate, and more. The proposed approach obtained almost 100% accuracy, 0% false positive rate, and 100% true positive rate.
Targeting α-synuclein aggregation with immunotherapy: a promising therapeutic approach for Parkinson’s disease
Authors: Henriquez Gabriela , Narayan Mahesh
Published: August 2023

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a prevalent neurodegenerative disease (NDD) affecting millions of individuals. The pathogenesis of PD centers around α-synuclein (α-Syn), a pivotal protein whose aggregation significantly impacts disease progression. Although existing treatments mainly focus on managing motor symptoms by targeting the dopaminergic system, they frequently overlook other non-motor symptoms. The intricate nature of PD pathogenesis contributes to challenges in disease analysis and has hindered the development of effective PD treatments. In recent years, various novel therapies utilizing immunotherapy methods have exhibited promise in preclinical animal models. In NDDs, immunotherapy aims to counteract the detrimental effects of protein accumulation by neutralizing toxic species and aiding their elimination. Numerous active therapy (AI) and passive immunotherapy (PI) strategies have been devised for PD and related synucleinopathies, many of which are currently undergoing clinical trials. Despite demonstrating remarkable success in animal models, immunotherapies encountered substantial setbacks during the late stages of clinical trials, with the exception of lecanemab, which targets amyloid-β (Aβ) in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and has recently received approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The lack of translation from experimental investigations to successful clinical outcomes, particularly in terms of cognitive and functional evaluations, highlights the limitations of relying solely on animal studies to comprehend the effects of immunotherapeutic approaches. This comprehensive review focuses on α-Syn-based immunotherapies and delves into their underlying mechanisms of action. Furthermore, Furthermore, the article discusses recent advancements and future prospects concerning the potential of immunotherapeutic strategies for PD. The focus is on highlighting the latest research in this domain to illuminate the challenges and opportunities related to the development of efficacious immunotherapies for individuals with PD.
УРОЖАЙНІСТЬ СУЦВІТЬ ЛАВАНДИ ВУЗЬКОЛИСТОЇ ЗАЛЕЖНО ВІД СТРОКУ ТА СХЕМИ САДІННЯ В УМОВАХ ЗАХІДНОГО ЛІСОСТЕПУ
Authors: Кусаковська Н. М.
Published: August 2023

Тенденція до зміни погодно-кліматичних умов стимулювала до вивчення доцільності вирощування лаванди вузьколистої в умовах Західного Лісостепу. Метою досліджень було встановити вплив погодно-кліматичних умов зони, зокрема Хмельницької області, визначити вплив окремих агротехнічних та біологічних заходів на ріст, розвиток та продуктивність рослин лаванди справжньої. В результаті проведених досліджень встановлено кращий строк заготовки живців виявлено більш ефективний біостимулятор росту для укорінення живців лаванди ввузьколистої. Отже, кращим строком заготовки живців був літній (липень), відсоток укорінення живців на контрольному варіанті становив 76%, що на 5% перевищувало показник укорінення живців за весняного строку заготовки (квітень) При застосуванні біостимуляторів більш ефективним був препарат Корневін, за якого відсоток укорінення живців при літній заготовці становив 98%, що на 19% перевищувало контроль, а при весняній заготовці показник перевищував контрольний варіант на 17%. Препарат Вимпел забезпечив відсоток укорінення живців відповідно 90 та 83, тобто з перевищенням контролів на 11 та 8%. При вивченні впливу строку та схеми садіння на формування габітусу рослин та урожайність суцвіть лаванди справжньої встановлена доцільність проведення осіннього строку садіння. Доведено, що за схеми садіння 60×60см урожайність суцвіть з гектара була оптимальною, попри те, що габітус рослин був практично ідентичний схемі 75×75 см. Перевищення урожайності на варіантах, висаджених за схемою 60×60 см відбулось за рахунок більшої кількості рослин на одиниці площі. Таким чином, оптимальну урожайність суцвіть лаванди вузьколистої забезпечили варіанти осіннього строку садіння за схемою 60×60 см, урожайність в середньому за роки досліджень за третій рік вегетації становила 4,9 т/га, тобто на 0,2 т/га більше, ніж на контролі. В результаті проведених обліків, спостережень та аналізів впродовж трьох років вегетації лаванди вузьколистої встановлена доцільність вирощування культури в умовах Західного Лісостепу на малогумусному чорноземі важкосуглинистого механічного складу.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ОРГАНІЗАЦІЇ ВИЇЗДІВ ТРАНСПОРТНИХ ЗАСОБІВ З ПРИЛЕГЛИХ ТЕРИТОРІЙ У МІСТАХ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Любий Є. В. , Бєлецька О. М.
Published: August 2023

У статті розглядаються існуючі варіанти організації дорожнього руху на виїздах з прилеглих до магістральних вулиць територій в українських містах, оскільки вони характеризуються складністю організації ефективного руху транспортних засобів на них і, відповідно, великою кількістю конфліктів. Значна кількість затримок транспортних засобів під час руху вулично-дорожньою мережею міста відбувається на перехрестях і підходах до них. Затримки ТЗ на перехрестях зумовлюють не тільки непрямі витрати водіїв, що виражаються у втраті часу, дискомфорті та стомлюваності, але й прямі – витрати палива на холостих обертах двигуна під час зупинок. Велика і різноманітна кількість варіантів облаштування виїздів з прилеглих територій на магістральні вулиці свідчить про неповне вирішення цього питання з погляду ефективності організації дорожнього руху та про можливість використання індивідуального підходу до вирішення цього питання на кожному окремому об’єкті.
Geofencing in location-based behavioral research: Methodology, challenges, and implementation
Authors: Shevchenko Yury , Reips Ulf-Dietrich
Published: August 2023

This manuscript presents a novel geofencing method in behavioral research. Geofencing, built upon geolocation technology, constitutes virtual fences around specific locations. Every time a participant crosses the virtual border around the geofenced area, an event can be triggered on a smartphone, e.g., the participant may be asked to complete a survey. The geofencing method can alleviate the problems of constant location tracking, such as recording sensitive geolocation information and battery drain. In scenarios where locations for geofencing are determined by participants (e.g., home, workplace), no location data need to be transferred to the researcher, so this method can ensure privacy and anonymity. Given the widespread use of smartphones and mobile Internet, geofencing has become a feasible tool in studying human behavior and cognition outside of the laboratory. The method can help advance theoretical and applied psychological science at a new frontier of context-aware research. At the same time, there is a lack of guidance on how and when geofencing can be applied in research. This manuscript aims to fill the gap and ease the adoption of the geofencing method. We describe the current challenges and implementations in geofencing and present three empirical studies in which we evaluated the geofencing method using the Samply application, a tool for mobile experience sampling research. The studies show that sensitivity and precision of geofencing were affected by the type of event, location radius, environment, operating system, and user behavior. Potential implications and recommendations for behavioral research are discussed.
The LIGO HET Response (LIGHETR) Project to Discover and Spectroscopically Follow Optical Transients Associated with Neutron Star Mergers*
Authors: Bustamante-Rosell M. J. , Zeimann Greg , Wheeler J. Craig , Gebhardt Karl , Zimmerman Aaron , Fryer Chris , Korobkin Oleg , Matzner Richard , Villar V. Ashley , Yadavalli S. Karthik , de Soto Kaylee M. , Shetrone Matthew , Janowiecki Steven , Kumar Pawan , Pooley David , Thomas Benjamin P. , Chen Hsin-Yu , Wang Lifan , Vinkó Jozsef , Sand David J. , Wollaeger Ryan , Hessman Frederic V. , McQuinn Kristen B.
Published: August 2023

The LIGO HET Response (LIGHETR) project is an enterprise to follow up optical transients (OTs) discovered as gravitational-wave merger sources by the LIGO/Virgo collaboration (LVC). Early spectroscopy has the potential to constrain crucial parameters such as the aspect angle. The LIGHETR collaboration also includes the capacity to model the spectroscopic evolution of mergers to facilitate a real-time direct comparison of models with our data. The principal facility is the Hobby–Eberly Telescope. LIGHETR uses the massively replicated VIRUS array of spectrographs to search for associated OTs and obtain early blue spectra, and in a complementary role, the low-resolution LRS2 spectrograph is used to obtain spectra of viable candidates as well as a densely sampled series of spectra of true counterparts. Once an OT is identified, the anticipated cadence of spectra would match or considerably exceed anything achieved for GW170817 = AT2017gfo for which there were no spectra in the first 12 hr and thereafter only roughly once daily. We describe special HET-specific software written to facilitate the program and attempts to determine the flux limits to undetected sources. We also describe our campaign to follow up OT candidates during the third observational campaign of the LIGO and Virgo Scientific Collaborations. We obtained VIRUS spectroscopy of candidate galaxy hosts for five LVC gravitational-wave events and LRS2 spectra of one candidate for the OT associated with S190901ap. We identified that candidate, ZTF19abvionh = AT2019pip, as a possible Wolf–Rayet star in an otherwise unrecognized nearby dwarf galaxy.
Influence of Solar Wind Variations on the Shapes of Venus’ Plasma Boundaries Based on Venus Express Observations
Authors: Signoles C. , Persson M. , Futaana Y. , Aizawa S. , André N. , Bergman S. , Fedorov A. , Lindwall V. , Martinez N. , Mazelle C. , Rojas Mata S. , Wolff A. , Zhang T. L.
Published: August 2023

The interaction between the solar wind and Venus creates an induced magnetosphere. The regions of the induced magnetosphere are separated by plasma boundaries, where their shapes and sizes are influenced by variations in the surrounding environment. Investigations of the boundaries and their variability can help us understand the solar wind’s effect on Venus and unmagnetized planets in general. In this study, the bow shock and ion composition boundary locations are investigated using, for the first time, the full data set of plasma and magnetic field measurements by Venus Express taken during 2006–2014. The locations of the boundaries are examined with respect to upstream conditions and the solar cycle. We find, in agreement with previous studies using Pioneer Venus Orbiter measurements, that the bow shock location is mostly sensitive to the solar cycle and the dynamic pressure and that it exhibits asymmetries in the terminator plane, depending on the direction of the interplanetary magnetic field. The asymmetries are mainly attributed to the asymmetry in the pickup ion distribution and thus mass loading in the magnetosheath. The ion composition boundary on the dayside is found to decrease in altitude with increasing dynamic pressure during solar maximum (2006–2011), but shows no clear trends during solar minimum (2011–2014) conditions.
Beyond BPT: A New Multidimensional Diagnostic Diagram for Classifying Power Sources Tested Using the SAMI Galaxy Survey
Authors: Johnston Victor D. , Medling Anne M. , Groves Brent , Kewley Lisa J. , Cortese Luca , Croom Scott , López-Sánchez Ángel R. , Zovaro Henry , Bland-Hawthorn Joss , Bryant Julia , Lawrence Jon , Owers Matt , Richards Samuel , van de Sande Jesse
Published: August 2023

Current methods of identifying the ionizing source of nebular emission in galaxies are well defined for the era of single-fiber spectroscopy, but still struggle to differentiate the complex and overlapping ionization sources in some galaxies. With the advent of integral field spectroscopy, the limits of these previous classification schemes are more apparent. We propose a new method for distinguishing the ionizing source in resolved galaxy spectra by use of a multidimensional diagnostic diagram that compares emission-line ratios with velocity dispersion on a spaxel-by-spaxel basis within a galaxy. This new method is tested using the Sydney-Australian-Astronomical-Observatory Multi-object Integral-Field Spectrograph Galaxy Survey (SAMI) Data Release 3 (DR3), which contains 3068 galaxies at z < 0.12. Our results are released as ionization maps available alongside the SAMI DR3 public data. Our method accounts for a more diverse range of ionization sources than the standard suite of emission-line diagnostics; we find 1433 galaxies with a significant contribution from non-star-forming ionization using our improved method as compared to 316 galaxies identified using only emission-line ratio diagnostics. Within these galaxies, we further identify 886 galaxies hosting unique signatures inconsistent with standard ionization by H ii regions, active galactic nuclei, or shocks. These galaxies span a wide range of masses and morphological types and comprise a sizable portion of the galaxies used in our sample. With our revised method, we show that emission-line diagnostics alone do not adequately differentiate the multiple ways to ionize gas within a galaxy.
INNs granted with specific storage requirements in Bulgarian pharmacies. Part 1: Medicines acting on cardiovascular and nervous system
Authors: Grigorov Evgeni , Radeva-Ilieva Maya , Georgiev Kaloyan D.
Published: August 2023

Some medicines require special storage in Bulgarian pharmacies due to serious adverse reactions that may be even life-threatening. They are listed in Appendix № 9 to Art. 17, para. 1 of Ordinance № 28 of 9th December 2008, issued by the Minister of Health. The appendix includes 70 medicines from different pharmacotherapeutic groups and with various pharmacological effects. The performed documentary data analysis showed that a major part of these medicines are not registered for use by the Bulgarian Drug Agency to date. In addition, there are a number of medications that have a marketing authorization for use in Bulgaria but are not listed in this specific Appendix, although they belong to the same pharmacotherapeutic group and exert the same pharmacologic action as some included medicines. In conclusion, due to these inconsistencies, it remains unclear whether the Appendix is up to date or needs to be updated.
Correlación de la Formación Marsawdad, Omán, Mioceno Superior (Turoliense-Ventiense), basada en las de cáscaras fósiles de huevos avianos
Authors: Pickford Martin , Al-Kindi Mohammed , Rajhi Mohammed , Al Marjibi Thuwaiba , Al Rawahi Farida
Published: August 2023

El descubrimiento de fragmentos de cáscaras de huevos de tipo avestruz en los afloramientos de la Formación Marsawdad, Rub’ Al-Khali, Oman, permite la estimación de la edad de los depósitos, correlacionada con el Mioceno Superior (Turoliense-Ventiense: Tortoniense-Messiniense) ca 8-7 Ma. Las cáscaras de huevo se describen y se sitúan en una biostratigrafía revisada de los depósitos terrestres de la Península de Arabia.
Autour de quelques exemples de reliefs de Donatello sur le thème de la Vierge et l’Enfant
Authors: Bormand Marc
Published: August 2023

Deux reliefs de Vierge et l’Enfant en terre cuite de Donatello des collections du Louvre ont fait l’objet d’études et de restaurations importantes. Cet essai tente de replacer ces œuvres au sein du travail de l’artiste, en fonction des apports sur les terres et sur les polychromies de ces différentes interventions.
L’empreinte de la mort. Étudier et restaurer un masque funéraire
Authors: Cascio Agnès , Pingaud Nathalie
Published: August 2023

Si la pratique du masque mortuaire est mentionnée dès l’Antiquité, très peu d’exemples sont conservés avant le xixe siècle. C’est pourquoi le masque du Louvre, daté du xve siècle, présente un intérêt tout particulier. L’étude et la restauration de ce masque funéraire de femme, exécuté en terre cuite, ont permis de préciser les techniques de mise en œuvre aussi bien formelle que picturale. L’œuvre a été obtenue à partir d’une prise d’empreinte sur nature. Puis elle a été en partie modelée, avant d’être disposée au centre d’un support en forme de coquille, entouré d’une couronne de laurier. Enfin, elle a été polychromée avec des techniques picturales propres au xve siècle en Italie. Il existe au Victoria and Albert Museum un masque mortuaire d’homme, tout à fait similaire autant par sa composition que par sa mise en œuvre. Le rapprochement entre les deux œuvres pose la question de l’identité des figures représentées.
Des Italiens en France : sculptures en terre cuite du Val de Loire
Authors: Bresc-Bautier Geneviève
Published: August 2023

L’article traite de la production de sculptures en terre cuite développée en Val de Loire à partir du début du xvie siècle par divers grands sculpteurs italiens et français. Il s’attache notamment aux créations des frères Juste, de Michel Colombe et reprend la question controversée des bustes du château de La Péraudière en intégrant l’apport des analyses des pâtes argileuses réalisées au C2RMF.
Polychromie des terres cuites françaises du Maine
Authors: Vandenberghe Yannick , Pagès-Camagna Sandrine , Balcar Nathalie
Published: August 2023

Au xviie siècle, au Mans et dans tout le Maine, est apparue une importante production de sculptures en terre cuite. Alors que la pierre et le bois sont prédominants en France à cette époque, les sculpteurs manceaux se démarquent par l’emploi d’une technique peut-être liée à la venue d’artistes italiens. L’étude de la polychromie de douze sculptures a permis de détecter des techniques de mise en œuvre, qui diffèrent des pratiques habituelles de l’époque, avec notamment l’utilisation d’un matériau local, la roche dolomitique, comme préparation, ou encore la présence de sous-couche au blanc de plomb sous cette dernière et sous des décors a sgraffito. Une gamme de bleus étendue a également été mise en évidence. Un de ces pigments se démarque particulièrement. Il s’agit d’un bleu au cuivre, une azurite de synthèse, dont le faciès des grains, observé à fort grossissement, est très spécifique. L’emploi d’un tel pigment est vraisemblablement à mettre en relation avec l’industrialisation et la commercialisation en Angleterre du bleu verditer.Cette étude permet ainsi d’avoir une première vision du travail d’artistes qui semblent avoir innové par rapport aux techniques traditionnelles.
IDENTIFICATION AND SCREENING OF PLANT-BASED POTENT INHIBITORS AGAINST nSH2 DOMAIN OF PI3K OF BREAST CANCER USING DOCKING AND SIMULATION STUDIES
Authors: Yadav Alka , Aggarwal Yoggender , Mukherjee Koel
Published: August 2023

Breast cancer (BC) is a critical health issue that affects countless women, and it is the second leading reason of death worldwide. The phosphatidylinositol 3 kinases (PI3Ks) constitute a group of lipid kinases that play a role in tumorigenesis, development, migration, infiltration, programmed cell death, glycogen synthesis, DNA correction and viability by the PI3K/Akt cascade. The PI3K pathway has been linked to a variety of malignancies and increases the activation rate of cancer. Here, focus was given to the study of PI3K pathway involved in BC and emphasis was given on a particular nSH2 domain that resides in the regulatory subunit of PI3K to find a potent inhibitor. A detailed pathway and interaction study was performed from KEGG pathway database and from the cystoscope. A total list of 60 compounds, comprises phytochemicals, and herbal compounds were screened based on structural similarity and eight FDA-approved drugs were considered. The docking analysis was carried over through the AutoDock software and Ligplot analysis was performed to investigate the interaction between the nSH2 domain and the potent inhibitors. To ensure the complex stability, 20 ns of simulation run was also performed on the best complexes using GROMACS. From this study, it can be concluded that Evodia fruit has the maximum stability in the catalytic region among all the listed inhibitors against the target proteins and can act as a potent inhibitor among the others.
Integrating Machine Learning and AI for Improved Hydrological Modeling and Water Resource Management
Authors: Zekrifa Djabeur Mohamed Seifeddine , Kulkarni Megha , Bhagyalakshmi A. , Devireddy Nagamalleswari , Gupta Shilpa , Boopathi Sampath
Published: August 2023

The hydrological cycle is an important process that controls how and where water is distributed on Earth. It includes processes including transpiration, evaporation, condensation, precipitation, runoff, and infiltration. However, there are obstacles to understanding and modelling the hydrological cycle, such as a lack of data, ambiguity, fluctuation, and the impact of human activity on the natural balance. Techniques for accurate modelling are essential for managing water resources and risk reduction. With potential uses in rainfall forecasting, streamflow forecasting, and flood modelling, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) are effective tools for hydrological modelling. Case studies and real-world examples show how solutions to problems like data quality, interpretability, and scalability may be applied in real-world situations. Discussions of future directions and challenges emphasise new developments and areas that need more investigation and cooperation.
Determination and Evaluation of Parameters Affecting Tourism Revenue by Machine Learning Methods
Authors: Ozturk Hande Mutlu , Guler Ozgur , Polat Olcay
Published: August 2023

The main focus of this chapter is to examine the tourism income of Türkiye as a case country, taking into account the structure of the tourism industry and relevant economic and social indicators. Statistical methods are used to investigate the factors that influence tourism income and to demonstrate the impact of these variables. The chapter aims to identify the key factors that should be considered when planning tourism-related activities and to explore the suitability of different models for future predictions. In addition, the chapter explores the use of machine learning models, such as artificial neural networks (ANN) and gradient boosted regression trees (GBRT), to compare their performance with the established multiple linear regression model. Furthermore, the chapter adds to the existing literature on tourism economics and forecasting methods by examining the performance of different models in predicting tourism income and highlighting the importance of factors such as the country's image, safety, and transportation opportunities in shaping tourism income in Türkiye.
Investigating the Implications of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality in Tourism Marketing
Authors: Altinigne Nesenur
Published: August 2023

This literature review aims to investigate the developments of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) research in tourism marketing. This chapter also highlights fruitful directions for tourism marketing research regarding VR and AR applications. A total of 31 full-length articles published between 2010 to 2023 were retrieved from the Web of Science database and reviewed. The theoretical backgrounds of the articles were thoroughly examined, and a detailed report on the research progress of the theories and research methodologies are presented. Finally, future research directions for the improvement of the existing literature are explained.
Assessing the Accessibility of Tourist Destination Promotional Information
Authors: Dinis Gorete , Breda Zélia
Published: August 2023

Few studies have analysed the accessibility level of information sources used by persons with disabilities when making tourism-related purchases. Consequently, the main objective of this chapter is to gain insights into whether Destination Management Organisations are actively developing inclusive destination promotion and advertising materials. To accomplish this, an exploratory study was conducted, with a specific focus on the tourism of Portugal. Portugal was chosen as the subject of the study due to its recognition by the World Tourism Organisation as the world's first accessible tourism destination. This recognition encompasses various aspects, including the official promotional tourism website (visitportugal.com), which features digital brochures. It is important to note that the exploratory nature of this study limited the ability to make direct comparisons with previous research. However, for future investigations, it is recommended that the framework employed in this study be applied to assess the accessibility of promotional materials from other DMOs and tourism stakeholders.
Recent Developments of Network Monitoring Systems and Challenges
Authors: Suriyan Kannadhasan , Gomathi P. , Nagarajan R.
Published: August 2023

Every time the human race advances in terms of technology, health is always a significant issue. The recent Corona virus assault, which has harmed China's economy to some degree, is an illustration of how healthcare has grown more important. It is always a better option to monitor these individuals utilising remote health monitoring equipment in regions where the pandemic has spread. As a result, the current answer is an internet of things (IoT)-based health monitoring system. Remote patient monitoring allows for patient monitoring outside of traditional clinical settings (e.g., at home), which increases access to human services offices while lowering costs. The main goal of this project is to develop and construct a smart patient health monitoring system that utilises sensors to monitor patient health and the internet to notify loved ones if there are any problems.
Partnering With School Librarians to Distribute, Expand, and Evolve the Process of Instructional Design
Authors: Stephens Wendy
Published: August 2023

For classroom teachers engaged in curricular design, incorporating the school librarian in collaborative planning can distribute the instructional burden and ensure that students cultivate information literacy skills in the context where those strategies are most meaningful. A body of research literature supports the relationship between the involvement of the school librarian in cross-curricular instructional planning and delivery and improved student learning. This discussion of teacher-librarian collaborative instructional design explores the nature and varieties of collaborative partnerships, identifies barriers to shared curricular planning, and foregrounds the importance of school culture and administrative support in establishing working relationships. Many of the best-known research models are presented, along with commonalities and differences in those approaches, to present potential processes for mapping content curriculum to support information literacy skills.
The False Dichotomy of Parent Choice
Authors: Herzig Melissa , Hlibok Tawny Holmes , Gertz Genie
Published: August 2023

In promoting family engagement, we must first analyze the initial entry into the world of early intervention by families with children recently identified as deaf or hard of hearing. What is the framework in play? With deaf and hard of hearing children, the framework is usually based on language acquisition, namely which communication approach the families want to pursue. This chapter will discuss how current practices, supported by systematic and individual bias embedded in laws, have led to the development of a false dichotomy of parent choice, resulting in severe disconnection between the child and the parents/family, thus reducing the chance for authentic engagement.
Family Engagement With Students With Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
Authors: Taylor Shanon S. , Vega Sara A.
Published: August 2023

Previous studies have shown that significant numbers of children and adolescents experience a diagnosable mental illness, including substance abuse, with perhaps up to a quarter of youth exhibiting illness considered severe. These students could qualify for special education services under the category of emotional or behavior disturbance (E/BD), but many students are not receiving needed services. With a growing recognition of the need for school-based mental health services, more students may be able to have mental health needs met in school settings, and research shows that engaging families is critical for effective mental health treatment in children and youth. This chapter will review current research on challenges facing educators working to improve engagement with families of students with E/BD, and the most effective methods to encourage family engagement for students with E/BD to empower families and lessen the stigma of mental illness.
The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recipe Development
Authors: Uçuk Ceyhun , Doğdubay Murat , Özdemir Sami Sonat
Published: August 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping recipe development by creating new recipes, enhancing existing ones, and providing personalized recommendations based on individual tastes. The key advantage of AI is its ability to swiftly generate and evaluate a large number of recipe variants, enabling more efficient experimentation and discovering novel flavor combinations. Additionally, AI's data analysis prowess allows it to identify patterns in ingredient combinations and cooking times for recipe enhancements. AI's influence extends to personalized recipe recommendations, where algorithms analyze culinary preferences, dietary restrictions, and cooking skills to offer tailored recipes, promoting culinary exploration. However, challenges lie in ensuring the practicality and creativity of AI-generated recipes. In conclusion, AI's integration in recipe development has the potential to revolutionize cooking and eating habits, and we can expect further exciting advancements in this field as technology advances.
Interreligious Dialogue and Global Compact on Education
Authors: Patriarca Giovanni
Published: August 2023

Education has always been a place of a fruitful encounter between cultures and religions. Through its formal and informal channels, faith-based education reaches all the continents and even areas of conflicts and refugee camps. The Global Compact on Education serves as an operative tool for understanding contemporary social issues and giving a practical response to them, inspired by a faith-based model of communion, partnership, and dialogue. In this way, it is possible to grow not only in humanity but also in intelligence and values, giving rise to new processes of social transformation while addressing the structural causes of inequality and (re)building peace.
An Integrated Approach of Multiculturalism and Religious Diversity
Authors: Qadir Heena , Islam Nazur Ul
Published: August 2023

Multiculturalism is a social philosophy that aims to openly recognize and encourage the identities of many cultures and religions. Identity politics is one method individuals in a society fight to get their cultures and cultural identities accepted by the broader public. On the other hand, religious diversity can foster mutual respect and understanding among different cultural groups, promoting a more harmonious and inclusive society. Multiculturalism and religious diversity can also impact public policies and institutions, such as education and the legal system. While it can lead to conflicts and challenges, it can also create opportunities for growth, understanding, and respect among different cultural and religious groups. It is important for societies to find ways to promote coexistence and tolerance while respecting the rights and freedoms of all individuals, regardless of their cultural or religious background. The chapter will deal with links between multiculturalism and religious diversity.
Smart Distributed Contactless Airport Baggage Management and Handling System
Authors: Agarwal Ritik , Siddiqui Azam , Deshpande Shaunak , Chapre Nikhil Chandrashekhar , Mishra Anmol , Khattar Ansh , Ravikumar Aswathy , Sriraman Harini
Published: August 2023

Smart contactless airport baggage management and handling system is a problem solver that fits in maximum aspects of airport luggage security and management system. Thus, ensuring contactless airport management would result in Covid safety. Current baggage handling management systems (BHMS) are highly error prone. The idea proposed here ensures Covid safety and enhances the current BHMS with the power of algorithms. With the use of this software, a revolutionary idea targets the elimination of the involvement of airport staff during the check-in of a passenger. The authors have developed a system that allows every passenger to validate the details of their luggage four times and maintains security by generating a unique QR at separate checkpoints. They also developed the luggage sorting knapsack algorithm to ensure that the goods are placed efficiently and optimized in the luggage compartment.
Bio-Medical Wastes Handling Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Reddy M. Aaschita , Gaurav A. , Ushasukhanya S. , Rao V. Chandra Shekhar , Bhattacharya Sumanta , Boopathi Sampath
Published: August 2023

The handling of genetic residues, biohazardous waste, and other non-shrinkable materials such as e-waste is essential for the preservation of Mother Nature and human wellbeing. This chapter will bring forth different methods of managing biomedical wastes, inspecting the roots of the spread of the hazardous virus, and protecting the front-line warriors. To properly react to this disaster, each administration must create a backup strategy based on regional circumstances and the seriousness of the coronavirus's spread. Technology is being used to reduce the need for in-person medical appointments and save on the cost of treatment, which is a boon for human civilization in the context of the pandemic. The Central Pollution Control Board's existing rules provide a framework for managing healthcare waste with respect for the safety of the public. Bio-waste management strategies using IoT and IoMT techniques are illustrated in this chapter.
Economic Studies on Automobile Management
Authors: Ravisankar A. , Sampath B. , Asif M. Mohammed
Published: August 2023

This chapter examines the economic factors influencing working capital management and investment decisions in the automobile industry. It explores both macroeconomic and microeconomic elements that impact the industry's financial dynamics. The study also investigates future trends and prospects, including the shift towards electric and autonomous vehicles, sustainability practices, and digitalization. Based on the analysis, the chapter provides practical recommendations for improving working capital management practices, enhancing investment decision-making, and policy implications for industry stakeholders. The findings aim to assist automobile companies in adapting to the evolving market and achieving sustainable growth.