bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impact of ethyl methane sulfonate (EMS) and gamma radiation on mutagenic induction in lentil varieties
Authors: Efe Abdullah , Bicer Behiye
Published: February 2025

The disappearance of local varieties and the fact that introduction varieties
show almost the same genetic characteristics have begun to reveal
limitations in lentil cultivation in the Southeastern Anatolia of T?rkiye,
where this study was conducted and which is also an important origin center.
Mutation studies are used to reveal different genetic characteristics in
lentils, which have a narrow genetic base. In this research, four lentil
varieties were treated with 100, 200 and 300 Gy of gamma rays and 20, 40,
60, 80 and 100 mM of Ethyl methanesulfonate (EMS). Effect of gamma doses and
EMS concentrations on germination rate index, mean germination time and
abnormal germination among varieties were different, and high doses
generally delayed germination parameters. Seedling and root traits were
reduced by high EMS concentrations, while gamma doses showed inconsistent
differences among cultivars. LD50 for gamma irradiation was found to be
266.68 Gy in Koc-21 variety, which represents the lowest value among the
studied varieties. GR50 indicated that EMS concentrations were suitable for
generating mutants. GR50 values for gamma treatments could not be determined
at the doses and varieties used and high gamma doses were necessary to
generate effective mutant populations. EMS treatments showed significant
mutagenic effects with a dose of 40 mM showing significant mutagenic effects
in field experiments. The most effective dose was 80 mM, with higher doses
(100 mM) leading to increased corrected mortality but not proportionally
higher mutagenic efficiency.
Brucella-induced activation of AIM2 inflammasome and Caspase-1 enhances IL-18 secretion in THP-1 cells
Authors: Li Yupu , Zhang Zhaojing , Zhao Pengfei , Qiao Pengfei
Published: February 2025

Introduction/Objective. The purpose was to investigate the role of the
inflammasome AIM2 in Brucella-induced inflammatory responses in macrophages.
Methods. A cell model of Brucella infection was established using a human
macrophage cell line. Real-time quantitative PCR(RT-qPCR) and ELISA kits
were employed to measure the expression of the inflammasome AIM2 and the
inflammatory cytokine IL-18 at different time points post-infection, as well
as to analyze the correlation between AIM2 and IL-18. Experiments involving
the activation and inhibition of AIM2 were conducted to verify its effect
on the production of the cytokine IL-18. Western blotting was conducted to
determine the expression of AIM2 and IL-18. Results. It is found that IL-18
mRNA and concentration levels increased post-infection, peaking at 48 hours
before decreasing by using RT-qPCR and ELISA (p < 0.05). Western blot
analysis confirmed a similar temporal pattern for IL-18 protein expression
(p < 0.05). Additionally, AIM2 and Caspase mRNA and protein expression were
evaluated, showing a peak at 48 hours (p < 0.05), indicating inflammasome
activation. The critical role of the AIM2 inflammasome and caspase-1 in
IL-18 secretion was further demonstrated through the use of AIM2 activators,
which increased IL-18 mRNA and protein levels, and AIM2 inhibitors or
Caspase-1 knockout, which reduced them (p < 0.05). Conclusion. Brucella
infection induces the activation of the AIM2 inflammasome and caspase-1,
leading to the secretion of the pro-inflammatory cytokine IL-18 in THP-1
cells.
Transparency as a norm in the regulation of the field of lobbying
Authors: Sporea Danijel
Published: February 2025

There are strong normative and rationalist ideas in the lobbying transparency debate. One common thinking is that the transparency of lobbying
makes information publicly available and thus helps public understanding
of policy as well as control of legislative processes, all intending to
increase accountability. Another line of argument about lobbying
transparency aims to make the process visible to political insiders and that
immediate visibility promotes respect for the rules of the game. In most of
these scientific reflections, there is room for understanding, but also
consideration of regulations on lobbying, which indicate certain potential
advantages that make the norm of lobbying essential from that aspect. On one
hand, greater attention is focused on formal laws that are explicitly
dedicated to lobbying and lobbyists. However, on the other hand, the focus
is on transparency and disclosure of lobbying activities. The starting
point for this paper is the just-mentioned argumentation, i.e. the
assumption that transparency in part of the legal regulation of lobbying
becomes a designed codified norm. In the paper, the author tries to
emphasize this premise, pointing to the principle of disclosure of
information that represents the basis of communication between all actors in
the lobbying process. Furthermore, it describes the rules, measures and
other regulations that are appropriate for lobbying activities.
Devices and applications for overcoming disаbilities in mastering reading and writing skills in children with verbal communication disorders
Authors: Arsenic Ivana , Veljkovic Zorica
Published: February 2025

Verbal communication disorders are heterogeneous disorders that can have a
negative impact on the acquisition of reading and writing skills. It is
assumed that the presence of verbal communication disorders, regardless of
etiology, is a risk factor for the development of deficits in the
development of skills necessary for mastering reading and writing. The aim
of this research was to review and systematize the available literature in
order to present devices and applications that make it possible to overcome
obstacles in the mastery of reading and writing skills in children with
verbal communication disorders. Furthermore, the aim is to describe their
characteristics, identify their advantages and possible uses, as well as the
factors that influence their use in the education of students with these
disorders. The review of the literature was carried out using the database
of the Serbian Library Consortium for Coordinated Acquisition and Internet
search engines, such as Google Scholar Advanced Search and Research Gate.
Research shows that the use of assistive technology to overcome barriers to
literacy mastery in children with verbal communication disorders has two
basic functions related to stimulating literacy learning and providing an
alternative means of accessing written text. Assistive technology used to
support this process includes word processing, spell checking, word
prediction, speech-to-text or text-to-speech applications. In recent
decades, programs and applications to support literacy acquisition have been
developed for tablets and cell phones, increasing their availability,
portability, user independence and ability to participate equally in social
interactions. This improves self-confidence and the development of a
positive attitude towards activities that involve reading and writing.
Estimating Normal and Tangential Forces in Tires through Ionic Liquid-Based Flexible Sensors
Authors: Hossain Md Jarir , Mouna Shahba Tasmiya , Choi Jae-Won
Published: February 2025

Measuring normal and tangential forces on tires is crucial for enhancing tire performance under various road conditions and environmental settings. The measurement of these forces has been challenging because of limitations in sensing technology related to rigidity, durability, and sensitivity. This research introduces an innovative method that utilizes flexible sensors made of ionic liquid to address the limitations. Through the utilization of the distinctive properties of ionic liquids, such as their flexibility, enhanced sensitivity, and exceptional stability, a multilayer sensor has been manufactured. This sensor consists of carbon nanotube electrodes, ionic liquid dispersed in polymer creating a pressure-sensitive layer, and polymer insulating layers. The focus of this study is on the development of the sensor and understanding how its output changes under varying normal and tangential forces. Preliminary testing has shown that the sensor exhibits distinct and measurable responses to both force components, highlighting its potential for accurate force differentiation. The research evaluates the sensor’s performance and efficacy under varied force conditions, demonstrating its capability to accurately measure both normal and tangential forces. Such measurements are vital for the development of intelligent tires, offering deeper insights into critical tire parameters such as braking or traction force coefficients, contact patch characteristics, vehicle dynamics, and road surface conditions, leading to the improvement of safety, efficiency, and performance of tires.
Innledning: urbant landbruk, offentlige rom og menneskelig velvære
Authors: Sirowy Beata , Ruggeri Deni
Published: February 2025

In this chapter the editors reflect on the thematic scope of this publication, situating it in a wider background of urban agriculture research. They claim that to leverage its greatest impact, opportunities to engage in urban cultivation should be widely accessible to all segments of urban population, close to everyone’s home. Worldwide, due to the scarcity of and high costs of land in dense urban inner-city areas, integrating urban agriculture in already existing and planned public spaces seems like the most feasible strategy to achieve this objective. This book wants to support this process by providing theoretical and practical insights on the integration of urban agriculture in public space development – addressing its well-being impacts, design, organization, educational contexts, and urban planning aspects.
Mot en operasjonalisering av eudaimonisk velvære i offentlige rom
Authors: Sirowy Beata
Published: February 2025

In this chapter, I discuss and attempt to operationalize the concept of human well-being in cities based on the Aristotelian view of human flourishing (eudaimonia) and elements of Martha Nussbaum’s capability approach, in the context of public space – viewed through the lenses of the theory of affordances. This operationalization may be used to evaluate the potential of public spaces (both actual and planned) to sustain human flourishing – an alternative to valuation models driven by instrumental rationality, such as cost-benefit analysis. I use the ten human capabilities identified by Martha Nussbaum to map the central dimensions of eudaimonic well-being and ask: What kind of spatial/functional and social affordances need to be granted by a given urban agriculture project to sustain the well-being dimensions indicated by each of the capabilities? Further, I extend the operationalization with the consideration of virtues (moral and intellectual excellences) – which is largely absent in capability scholarship. I ask: What kind of virtues can be linked to each of the ten central capabilities, and what kind of spatial/functional and social affordances would support the cultivation of these virtues? By problematizing eudaimonic well-being in cities, this chapter contributes to a growing discussion on the relationship between the qualities of the built environment and human well-being. This research typically focuses on the range of pathways through which the built environment may affect human well-being, not on its operationalization, and adopts a hedonic view of human well-being in an implicit way. I argue that the distinction between eudaimonic and hedonic well-being needs to be pronounced more clearly in urban research and more attention needs to be paid to the eudaimonic well-being construct which is much more concerned with the achievement of full human potential than the hedonic models.
De offentlige byhagenes vekst og fall: fire eksempler fra København og omegn
Authors: Lamm Bettina , Tietjen Anne
Published: February 2025

This chapter presents four cases of urban garden projects in and around Copenhagen, Denmark, started between 2011 and 2013: Prags Have, Byhaven 2200, Byhaven Sundholm, and Havnehaverne. All four urban gardens were community-based and public, yet they varied widely in their organisation, management, funding, and status of the sites they occupied. While two of the gardens were started by cultural activists, the others were initiatives of the municipality and a private land developer. All of them shared a vision of not only growing produce but also integrating spaces for social inclusion and community gatherings. Looking into their underlying value system and organisational structure allows us to compare how the different typologies of urban gardens would impact their ability to thrive and flourish. The authors were particularly interested in the agendas pursued by the communities who managed them, how these agendas related to the specific site and context, and how the communities negotiated public access requirements with creating an enduring gardening community. As both bottom-up projects closed after 4 to 6 years, it is relevant to look into what resources were needed to run them and what led to their ultimate closure.
Betydningen av sosial programmering i urbant landbruk: en praktikers erfaringer fra Norge
Authors: Gallis Helene , Weger Kimberly , Curtis Adam
Published: February 2025

This contribution presents Norwegian experiences of the urban agriculture pioneer Nabolagshager and its founder Helene Gallis. The chapter takes the form of a selected memoir of the development of urban agriculture projects in Oslo and presents the case for a more systematic application of placemaking principles in urban agriculture in order to enhance the social well-being aspects of these projects. Gallis argues that her experience in combining placemaking with urban agriculture can enable community members, residents, and fragile and undesirable groups to participate in the co-creation of urban agriculture in public spaces, where they could be empowered to their full human capabilities. The project stories particularly highlight the transformative impact of using the placemaking principle of triangulation in urban agriculture projects and can be of inspiration for innovative new forms reappropriation and co-production for more accessible, inclusive, and democratic cultivated public spaces in the compact city.
Sentrale kjennetegn ved samskapte visjoner for urbant landbruk i Oslo
Authors: Stafseng Vebjørn Egner , Nicolaysen Anna Marie , Lieblein Geir
Published: February 2025

In this education research-oriented chapter, we present the findings from student and stakeholder co-produced visions, hindering and supporting forces and proposed action steps for urban agriculture initiatives in Oslo, Norway. Students in agroecology conducted participatory visioning workshops with initiatives in 2018 and 2019 and wrote reports based on these workshops. In our analysis of these reports, we found that the key characteristics of the visions could be categorized in terms of social, nature, and governance. Collaboration, lack of funds and time and other initiative-specific forces were common challenges to achieving the vision. Strong political support and increased interest in urban agriculture emerged as forces supporting the future visions. The proposed actions could be grouped in the categories of ecology, food, education, organization, social and municipality. The insights of our research on urban agriculture in public space gave us new perspectives and translations and can inform new and innovative visions.
Utprøving av simuleringsaktiviteter i grunnskolelærerutdanningen – en ny læringsarena for sterkere koherens og utvikling av profesjonsfellesskap
Authors: Myhre Hege
Published: February 2025

Denne artikkelen presenterer resultater fra en selvstudie av nye læringsaktiviteter ved grunnskolelærerutdanningen, inspirert av simuleringsmetodikk mye brukt innenfor helsefaglige utdanninger. Et utgangspunkt for utprøvingen var at teori-praksis-forholdet er en stor utfordring for grunnskolelærerutdanningen og at vi trenger å jobbe mer med koblingene mellom ulike kunnskapsformer i utdanningen. Et sentralt formål med simulering i denne studien var styrking av lærerutdanningens koherens, i form av sterkere sammenhenger mellom teoretiske kunnskaper og praktiske ferdigheter. Dataene består av deltagende observasjon av simuleringsaktivitetene, muntlige og skriftlige evalueringer fra studentene, evaluering i form av et spørreskjema til studentene og samtaler med kolleger som deltok i undervisningsopplegget. 
ENGLISH ABSTRACT
Testing simulation activities in general teacher education – a new arena for stronger coherence and development of professional communities
This article presents results of a self-study of new learning activities in general teacher education, inspired by simulation methodology, which is a widely used form of teaching in health sciences. A backdrop for developing and testing simulation activities is that the theory–practice relationship is a major challenge in general teacher training and that we need to work more on the links between different forms of knowledge. A key objective of simulation activities behind this study was the need for strengthening the coherence of teacher education, connections between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The data consists of participant observations in the simulation activities, written evaluations and questionnaires from participating students and discussions with colleagues who participated in the teaching activities.
Safety-Based Dolphin Tourism Supports Tourism Development
Authors: Werang Basilius Redan , Anak Agung Gede Agung  , Alexander Hamonangan Simamora  , I Gusti Ngurah Agung Suryaputra
Published: February 2025

Dolphin tourism is one of the famous tourist attractions and is a characteristic of Lovina Beach. this activity can potentially be a source of income for the local community. This dolphin tour is very popular with domestic and foreign tourists, and not a few capture moments during dolphin tours; this triggers tourists to pay less attention to safety during dolphin tours. This community service aims to improve security services (safety guards) in guiding tourists and to improve digital-based dolphin tourism information service facilities. The method applied is training and community service; the subject of the study was the Segara Wangi group, with a total of 30 members. The results of the training and community service showed a significant increase in the average ability of participants after participating in the training. The results of the data analysis showed that the implemented community service program was successful in increasing the knowledge and skills of participants related to marine tourism security management and Dolphin Tourism WEB Booking management.
Virtual Manipulatives Berbasis Bahasa Isyarat: Teknologi Asistif Untuk Mendukung Siswa Kolok (Penyandang Disabilitas Tunarungu-wicara) dalam Pembelajaran Matematika di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: I Made Suarjana  , Komang Setemen  , Komang Sujendra Diputra
Published: February 2025

Pentingnya pemberian akses yang setara terhadap pendidikan telah menjadi perhatian global, sejalan dengan tujuan pemerataan akses pendidikan untuk menciptakan lingkungan inklusif. Namun keterbatasan tenaga pendidik yang memahami bahasa isyarat dan kurangnya media pembelajaran yang memadai berdampak negatif pada hasil belajar siswa, terutama dalam mata pelajaran matematika. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan dengan menambah media pembelajaran berbasis digital (virtual manipulatif) dan meningkatkan keterampilan guru dalam penggunaan teknologi serta bahasa isyarat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan design studi kasus. Subjek penelitian terdiri dari 20 guru Sekolah Dasar. Metode pengumpulan data meliputi observasi, wawancara, dan kuesioner, dengan instrumen berupa lembar kuesioner. Data dianalisis menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan keterampilan guru dalam menggunakan teknologi khususnya pemanfaatan virtual manipulatives berbasis bahasa isyarat. Simpulan dari penelitian ini bahwa pelatihan ini dapat meningkatkan keterampilan guru dalam penggunaan teknologi dalam pembelajaran matematika. Implikasi penelitian ini menciptakan lingkungan pendidikan yang lebih inklusif dan merata, sejalan dengan tujuan pembangunan berkelanjutan dalam meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan.
Entrevista com Leonardo Padura
Authors: Segurado Rosemary , Amorim Fabricio
Published: February 2025

Nesta entrevista à Aurora, conversamos sobre literatura e política com Leonardo Padura, escritor e jornalista cubano muito conhecido no Brasil por obras como “O homem que amava cachorros”, “Água em todo lugar” e “Como poeira no vento”. Mas de onde vem a inspiração para escrever romances que tanto envolvem e cativam os leitores? Padura explica que seu processo criativo se desenvolve a partir da intenção de dizer algo sobre a realidade cubana e se expande no tempo e no espaço a partir de perspectivas universais. A possibilidade de inventar novas histórias é o que o fascina e o estimula a escrever. No que tange à adaptação de histórias da literatura para o cinema, Padura se mostra pessimista de sua obra “O homem que amava os cachorros” se tornar um longa – que está previsto para ser dirigido pelo brasileiro Wagner Moura. “Não é fácil respeitar a essência do texto literário”, afirma. O autor também discorre sobre como as mídias sociais alteraram o convívio dos cubanos, demonstra sua opinião a respeito de líderes de extrema direita como Donald Trump e revela qual é a relação dos jovens com a revolução cubana, 60 anos depois de seu estopim e como está a política em Cuba oito anos após a morte de Fidel Castro.
Managing the Cultural Heritage of Cities in Times of Climate Change: Case Study: Larissa, One of the Hottest Cities in Greece
Authors: Samaras Nikolaos Christos
Published: February 2025

Although cultural and urban environments are often seen as separate from the natural environment in planning and development by local authorities and governments, a transdisciplinary approach to cultural heritage is necessary—or at the very least a viable alternative—in today’s context of severe global challenges such as climate change. This perspective must encompass vital aspects of intangible heritage, including the practices, knowledge, and skills that communities, groups, and individuals recognize as part of their cultural legacy, which are passed down through generations in response to their environment, interactions with nature, and historical experiences. Within this framework, traditional knowledge, skills, and practices related to climate can become subjects of preservation, supported by the existence of old buildings as records of the historical continuity of the city and effective climatic management. As climate change is likely to increase the frequency and intensity of severe heat stress events, studies are examining the relationship between urban geometry and microclimate within city centers. The conservation of built heritage in historic centers helps promote local sustainable development by preserving both the historical character and urban geometry of the area. By turning this threat into an opportunity, the climatic factor can be seen as a key area of interaction between the natural, urban, and cultural environments of a city. This perspective is crucial for the sustainable development of cities like Larissa, where the main climatic challenge—high summer temperatures—diminishes the city’s appeal to residents, visitors, and investors.
REVIEW OF EFFECTIVENESS ON ZERO RUPIAH DOWN PAYMENT HOUSING SCHEME IN JAKARTA
Authors: Kusumasari Lita
Published: February 2025

DKI Jakarta is capital city with dense population in Java, Indonesia. Jakarta is severed the worst of house owning, especially for low income households. The ownership status of self-owned house in Jakarta is 41.20% while average is 84.33% in Indonesia. To overcome backlog houses throughout Indonesia, key campaign promises of Jakarta governor-elected is zero Rupiah down-payment housing scheme. This research would like to oversee the effectiveness of Zero Rupiah Down-Payment from the readiness until implementation. The research covers rules and laws supported for this program, the analysis of system implemented, and the impact toward budgeting for DKI Jakarta. The research method is qualitative mixed methods. Primary data is collecting by interviews and forum group discussion with stakeholders. Secondary data is collected by references. The result is the program is right under laws and rules. The budget is less effective in absorption because facing challenges. DKI Jakarta is financially supported in budgeting for this program but needs more commitment for continuous implementation. The Jakarta residents think that this program is beneficial but need to socialize more.
О траекториях одной динамической системы, описывающей автоколебания микросейсмов
Authors: Тлячев Вячеслав , Ушхо Дамир
Published: February 2025

Рассмотрены некоторые аспекты автоколебаний источников микросейсм, представленные математической моделью гликолиза Селькова. Работа уточняет некоторые выводы, сделанные в ранее опубликованной статье из журнала «Геосистемы переходных зон». В частности, показано, что динамическая система, моделирующая микросейсмы, имеет единственное состояние равновесия, местоположение которого меняется в зависимости от значений параметра, характеризующего концентрацию трещин. Доказано, что система имеет простой неустойчивый узел или фокус, окруженный хотя бы одним устойчивым предельным циклом
The degree of integration of the government bond market of selected European Union countries into the eurozone government bond market
Authors: Bukowska Joanna
Published: February 2025

Many studies indicate an increase in the degree of financial markets integration with the accession of a given country to the eurozone. This also applies to the degree of integration of the government bond market. There are studies that also indicate an increase in the level of integration as early as the stage of the country's accession to the European Union. The article analyzes the degree of integration of the selected European Union countries government bond markets into the eurozone government bond market. The research refers to two countries from the same region, namely the Czech Republic and Hungary, whose socio-economic conditions show quite large similarities. Moreover, these countries joined the European Union at the same time. In the study an econometric model was applied based on the model of the evolution of the beta coefficient estimated using GARCH (1.1). Monthly data on the redemption rates for 10-year treasury bonds of the surveyed countries were used, while the yield for the redemption of 10-year treasury bonds in Germany was used as a benchmark. The analysis conducted indicates a clear disintegration of the Czech and Hungarian government bond markets into the eurozone government bond market. This is indicated by both the beta coefficient evolution and the analysis of the intercept evolution.
Sustainable development in the context of innovation of selected countries in 2017-2021
Authors: Brożek Katarzyna
Published: February 2025

The aim of this article is to identify and quantify the relationship between innovation measures and predictors of sustainable development in selected countries. Public statistics resources were used as the source of data collection. The research period includes 6 time intervals, covering the years 2016-2021. The objects of the research turned out to be Poland, the United States, China, Japan and the EPO. The collected data were compiled using basic descriptive statistics. Several measures were identified and defined in an arbitrary manner, allowing research to be carried out and conclusions to be drawn. The results of the analysis were presented in tabular, graphical and descriptive form. The nature of the considerations is overwhelmingly empirical. The practical implication of the study may be the fact of indicating the strength of the relationship connecting selected innovation measures with energy consumption (measured by CO2 emissions per capita).
Assessing the impact of climate policies and risks on the macroeconomic situation of EU countries
Authors: Kosztowniak Aneta , Kozak Sylwester
Published: February 2025

Extreme weather events and the need to trigger the necessary adaptation processes in the economy are a source of direct and indirect climate risks. The diverse nature of climate change means that geographical regions are exposed to incur financial losses to varying degrees, with implications for the country's macroeconomic situation. This variation can also lead to a geographical concentration of risk and undermine financial stability. The aim of the study is to present climate risks and their impact on changes in the socio-economic situation, including the financial situation of economies, labour markets and living conditions related to pollution and environmental change. The study undertook an overview of legal regulations, theoretical aspects, research findings, including the Yale Center for Environmental Law & Policy. Statistical data sources were drawn from Eurostat, the OECD, and the World Bank. The findings indicate that Southern and Western European countries are most exposed to the physical risks associated with climate change, including deteriorating living conditions associated with pollution. There is a growing demand for ESG experts in the labour market. The 2024 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) provides, that countries' wealth is a strong predictor of their overall environmental performance, but some countries vastly outperform their eco-nomic peers, while others lag. Among the leaders of the greenest countries are Estonia, Luxembourg, Germany, Finland and United Kingdom, and Poland (19th position).
Analysis of the operation of selected pneumatic control systems in a virtual and real laboratory
Authors: Luft Mirosław , Krzysztoszek Konrad , Pietruszczak Danie , Podsiadły Dariusz
Published: February 2025

The paper presents possibilities of using VirtualPneumoLab software and Pneumatics TP 101 laboratory workstation for research and testing pneumatic control systems. Examples of laboratory experiments of pneumatic sequential control systems and systems performing logical functions are given. Possibilities of using pneumatic systems in controlling and advantages of both “virtual” character of VirtualPneumoLab software and “real” model of the laboratory workstation Pneumatics TP 101 are pointed out.
An evaluation of the portable anechoic chamber for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) studies
Authors: Kallunki Juha
Published: February 2025

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) issues are an increasingly significant problem nowadays. Several electronic devices generate harmful radio frequency (RF) interference, which can cause operational errors in other electronic devices and systems. To manage these electromagnetic interference issues, it is important to have reliable electromagnetic interference measurements. These measurements require a specialized measurement system, usually performed in an anechoic chamber or a similar setting. In this work, we design a low-cost and portable anechoic chamber for small-scale electronic devices. The performance of the anechoic chamber is confirmed through several measurements, demonstrating a minimum attenuation of 15 dB. Additionally, the chamber's performance is verified with a real EMC measurement. A certain LED light driver is selected for the first test of the anechoic chamber. The driver produces a wide-band (50 MHz) and strong interference signal at a center frequency of 125 MHz.
Optimisation of the production line for safety equipment in rail traffic using the RHR-95 drive as an example
Authors: Wanko Cezary , Pniewski Roman
Published: February 2025

The article presents the optimisation of the production process proposed by the authors on the basis of the production process of the RHR-95 type drive optimised according to LEAN standards. This is a safety infrastructure element which is part of the system for securing railway and road crossings manufactured by ZA KOMBUD S.A. The final result is a presentation of the tangible benefits of optimising the production line according to LEAN assumptions and the impact on product quality after making changes to the production process.
Multiculturalism and harmony: Unpacking the challenges and critical needs with special reference to United Arab Emirates
Authors: Beegom RK Bushra
Published: February 2025

People from various cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds peacefully coexist in the United Arab Emirates. Even though there are cultural and religious differences among different nationalities, there is no difference between them in terms of education or work.  UAE is in general widely known as a multicultural country due to its diverse population which includes nationalities from two hundred different countries.  Foreign nationalities are accommodated in different sectors like construction, health care, education and so on. Government policies contribute to tolerance and peaceful coexistence of Emiratis and foreign nationals. UAE recruit workers from different countries for the country’s development.  This article aims (1) to analyse the nature and existence of multiculturalism in UAE, (2) to understand the challenges and needs of multiculturalism through secondary reviews, and (3) to explore the initiatives and activities for national integration in UAE.
From neglect to remembrance – the renewed image of New York’s Harlem in contemporary picturebooks
Authors: Klęczaj-Siara Ewa
Published: February 2025

Drawing on the theory of “Black geographies” (McKittrick 2006; Hawthorne 2019) and the dichotomic concepts of “Black space” and “White space” (Anderson 2015), the article discusses the portrayal of New York’s Harlem in two picturebooks, Bryan Collier’s Uptown (2004) and Dinah Johnson’s H is for Harlem (2022). The article analyses the visual and verbal rhetoric of the narratives which reject a negative image of Black neighborhoods, popularly referred to as “Black ghettoes,” and instead  produce a new discourse of Blackness which centers on the communities’ assets and contributions to global culture. It argues that the Black culture of Harlem is thriving despite the process of gentrification.
A critical perspective on theoretical approaches and models in audiovisual translation with possible didactic applications: Classic versus innovation
Authors: Hrabčáková Adriána
Published: February 2025

The present overview article summarizes some of the models applied in the field of audiovisual translation which has witnessed a significant expansion in academia and translation practice in recent years. The article describes selectively the models as proposed by Karamitroglou in 2000, the NER model (2015), the NTR model (2017) and the FAR model by Pedersen (2017) outlining their advantages, disadvantages, possible didactic application and their employment not only in translation-focused higher education classes but also the translation industry. Furthermore, it briefly outlines other models to illustrate a wealth of research possibilities to be used as an inspiration for those who delve into audiovisual translation.
The Voices of Students and Teachers Regarding the Integration of L1 in Online Grammar Classes
Authors: Aguskin Lewinna Christiani , Maryani Maryani
Published: February 2025

The integration of L1 in English classrooms has become a debatable issue due to its potential benefits and drawbacks. This research is conducted to investigate the perceptions of the university students and teachers regarding the use of L1 in online grammar classes during the pandemic. The purposes of integrating L1 in the teaching process and the impacts of integrating L1 on the students will be explored systematically. The participants of this study are 91 university students and four grammar teachers in a private university in Indonesia. The data is collected from the closed-ended questionnaire for the students and teachers as well as from the interviews with some students and teachers. Thus, descriptive and content analysis are used to analyze the data. The findings indicate that most students and teachers have positive perception regarding the integration of L1 to certain extent in online grammar classes. This study presents the insights on various impacts of integrating L1 on the students and various purposes intended by the teachers.
The Teacher, the Scapegoat: Analyzing Hori in the Film Monster
Authors: Chertian Vivian Graciela
Published: February 2025

In society, the clash of different people, values, and interests in desiring a single shared object could cause the accumulation of conflicting forces to be directed at a single innocent individual. When it resulted in the banishment or execution of the blamed individual, it was known as scapegoating. One of the parties implied to be prone to scapegoating in a community, as demonstrated in the film Monster, is teachers. Using the qualitative descriptive method, this paper investigated the scapegoating mechanism in the case of Hori, a teacher character in Monster, through his actions and words when interacting with other characters. Three main parties were involved in the process of scapegoating: a parent, Hori’s colleagues and partner, and the students. The scapegoating started when a student, Minato, accused Hori of conducting verbal and physical abuse. The single parent’s overwhelming concern, the school staff’s priority in protecting the school’s reputation, and the students’ reluctance to be involved in the case caused them to perceive Hori as a threat to each party’s well-being. Despite Hori’s innocence, the accumulation of hostility resulted in Hori’s expulsion from school. The case in the story implied the dominant power that the school community members have against teachers, highlighting the fragility of a teacher’s position in society.
Characteristics and trends of severe/critical COVID-19 cases in the Republic of Korea (January 2020 to August 2023)
Authors: Jeong Se-Jin , Park Shin Young , Ryu Boyeong , An Misuk , Jeon Jin-Hwan , Choi So Young , Kim Seong-Sun
Published: February 2025

Objectives: We analyzed the demographic and clinical characteristics of patients diagnosed with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), focusing specifically on severe/critical cases, and assessed the trends and rates of severity and fatality among these patients in the Republic of Korea.Methods: Clinical data on patients with COVID-19 from January 20, 2020 to August 30, 2023 were collected from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency’s database. We identified patients who progressed to severe/critical conditions and analyzed their demographic and clinical profiles. Severity and fatality rates were calculated and compared annually to track the disease progression over time.Results: During the surveillance period, 34,572,554 COVID-19 cases were confirmed, among whom 38,112 (0.11%) progressed to severe/critical conditions. Most severe/critical cases occurred in individuals aged ≥60 years, with a notable increase in patients aged ≥80 years from 2022. The overall severity rate was 0.19%, with a fatality rate of 0.10%. However, the severity of cases gradually diminished during the study period. In 2022, the severity and fatality rates decreased to 0.14% and 0.09%, respectively. In 2023, while the severity rate remained stable at 0.15%, the fatality rate further decreased to 0.06%. Notably, throughout the study period, individuals aged ≥80 years had a significantly higher severity rate (2.44%), with a fatality rate of 1.75%.Conclusion: These findings underscore the importance of prioritizing protection and management strategies for older adults and high-risk groups to mitigate the impact of COVID-19. Continued surveillance and analysis are essential to effectively control COVID-19 and minimize its burden on public health.
El Sahara y el futuro del Magreb
Authors: López Morales Gloria
Published: February 2025

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La política de la guerra de Corea
Authors: Halliday Jon , Montes Oscar
Published: February 2025

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Ellen Brun y Jacques Hersh, Socialist Korea: A Case Study in the Strategy of Economic Development, Nueva York y Londres, Monthly Review Press, 1976, 432 pp.
Authors: Halliday Jon , Montes Óscar
Published: February 2025

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A. I. Dawisha, Egypt in the Arab World. The elements of foreign policy. The MacMillan Press, Ltd, Londres, 1977, 234 pp.
Authors: Treviño Luisa
Published: February 2025

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Documents of the National Struggle in Oman and the Arabian Gult. Translated and published by Gulf Committee, London, 1974.
Authors: A. C.
Published: February 2025

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Kajima, Morinosuke, The Diplomacy of Japan: 1894-1922, Vol. 1. Kajima Institute of International Peace, Tokyo, 1976, 471 pp.
Authors: T. C. J.
Published: February 2025

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Kim Chi Ha, Cry of the People and Other Poems (Hayama, Japan, Autumn Press, 1974). 112 pp., 2.95 dl. (paperback).
Authors: J. D. , Vela María Elena
Published: February 2025

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Jonathan Goldstein, Philadelphia and the China Trade. 1682-1848. Commercial, Cultural and Attitudinal Effects, The Pennsylvania State University Press, 1978.
Authors: Clifford Paul , Vela María Elena
Published: February 2025

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Development and Performance Evaluation of a Rice Thresher for Rural Farmers in Ganye Adamawa State Nigeria
Authors: Ijantuku Joseph , Musa Tsunda Pius , Umar Mohammed , H. Badau Jonathan
Published: February 2025

Threshing of rice is one of the unit operations during rice processing where grain losses are incurred most. In addition, most of the existing rice threshing machines seem to be expensive and sophisticated for the rural farmers in the study area. This machine was conceived, developed with locally available materials to improve rice production and accompanying profitability. The machine was constructed locally, tested and found to be efficient and affordable. The performance evaluation shows that, the mean values of the throughput capacity of the machine at varying engine speed were significantly different (p ≤ 0.05) and increased with increasing engine speed. The values of throughput capacity are 50.52 kg/hr, 105.94 kg/hr and 193.58 kg/hr corresponding to 780 rpm, 920 rpm and 1014 rpm engine speed respectively. However, the efficiency and percentage losses for the varying engine speeds were not significantly different (p ≤ 0.05), while the percentage losses tend to decrease (12.20%, 12.00% and 10.47%) with increasing speed, the efficient was almost the same (88.00%) for all the engine speeds. An optimum engine speed of 920 rpm was recommended for optimum performance and reduced wear and tear of the machine components.
A A Five-Year Evaluation of Patient Falls and Cost Analysis: Acıbadem Healthcare Group Example
Authors: Koç Aslan Saliha , Göçmen Gülay , Biber Arzu Okur
Published: February 2025

Summary
Purpose: This study was conducted to examine patient falls and the costs associated with falls in a private group hospital in the last five years.
Materials and Methods: This is a retrospective study. Data was obtained by examining 637 patient falls in 16 hospitals affiliated with Acıbadem Health Group between 2018 and 2022. Data were collected by examining fall data transmitted through the incident reporting system and pricing department data.
Results: A total of 637 patient falls occurred between 2018 and 2022, and it was determined that 0.38% of the patients evaluated for fall risk had a fall. 48.8% of the patients who fell were patients over the age of 65, it was determined that 61% of the falls occurred during the evening shift or on holidays, and the most patient falls occurred in inpatient services. While the total cost of falls was 83,404 TL in 2018, it is seen that it increased to 201,840 TL in 2022.
Conclusion: Serious falls in hospitals cause patients to stay in the hospital for longer periods of time and increase the cost of hospitalization. It is recommended to take and follow up the necessary precautions to prevent falls, which are of critical importance in terms of patient safety, effective use of healthcare system resources and manpower.
Model Selection for the Reliability of a Machine
Authors: Buğatekin Ayşe
Published: February 2025

Model selection is an important factor in the non-homogeneous poisson process used to determine the reliability of a machine. In this article, the most commonly used power law model and log-linear model in the non-homogeneous poisson process are compared. For the reliability of a bank's ATM machine, the reliability values and expected failure numbers were calculated according to both models by using the times between failures. The obtained values were compared and it was decided which model was the better choice.
Numerical Modeling, Analysis and Structural Design of G+4 RC Building with Re-Entrant Corners
Authors: Thapa Ashish , Thapa Sasishekhar , Thapa Kishan , Gwachha Jeevan
Published: February 2025

The architectural design of structures like schools, offices, and hotels often features asymmetry and plan irregularities, demanding careful consideration during seismic analysis and structural design. Re-entrant corners with certain conditions in a building are considered a horizontal irregularity by seismic codes such as IS 1893 (Part I):2002. This study focuses on the analysis and design of a multi-storey office building situated in Zone V with a re-entrant corner horizontal irregularity. It encompasses the preliminary design of structural components and seismic analysis using a numerical model based on IS 1893 (Part I):2002, implemented in ETABS v20.0.0. Key responses, including time period, modal mass participation ratios, and storey drift ratio, are assessed to ensure compliance with codal requirements. Following this, structural design for beams, columns, and slabs is executed, and the required longitudinal and transverse reinforcement in different locations of these components is compared across various floors.
Integrating Quizizz In Learning: Can It Strengthen Elementary School Students' Learning Motivation?
Authors: Haris Astrifa Nadia , Krismanto Wawan , Shasliani Shasliani
Published: February 2025

Previous research has studied using Quiziz, but only for learning assessment. To make the literature more diverse, this research examines the integration of Quizizz into complete learning, starting from opening learning activities, delivering material, discussion activities, and learning assessments. In addition, the research aims to compare the motivation of students whose learning integrates Quizizz with conventional learning. The method used is quantitative, with a type of quasi-experimental research in the form of a post-test-only control design. The population in this study was 268 students. In comparison, the sample was class 5A as an experimental class with 21 students and class 5B as a control class with 23 students. The treatment given in the experimental class is to integrate Quizizz into the learning process. A learning motivation questionnaire obtained research data. The results of the Independent Sample T-Test test show Sig. (2-tailed) 0.000 < 0.05 means that there is a difference between the learning motivation of students whose learning integrates Quizizz and those whose learning uses conventional learning. Students in classes whose learning integrated Quizizz showed better learning motivation than those with conventional learning in class 5 UPT SD Negeri 5 Amparia Sidrap, South Sulawesi.
Idea dziesięciu procent
Authors: Kubasek Krzysztof
Published: February 2025

O tym, że design powinien służyć nie tylko estetyce i zyskom, ale przede wszystkim społeczeństwu, opowiada dr Krzysztof Kubasek z Pracowni Projektowania Prospołecznego Akademii Sztuk Pięknych we Wrocławiu.
Kurs na promotora
Authors: Kopeć Mateusz
Published: February 2025

O trudach, przez które przechodzi większość doktorantów, mówi się stosunkowo rzadko. A rola promotora w tym procesie jest z założenia pomijana.
Gwiazdy na wyciągnięcie ręki
Authors: Łosiak Anna
Published: February 2025

W miejscowości Suchy Las pod Poznaniem odbyła się edukacyjna impreza plenerowa Dzień Kraterów Meteorytowych Morasko.
The Microbiota: Freeloading Passengers?
Authors: Jagielska Elżbieta , Sabała Izabela
Published: February 2025

The microorganisms on our skin create their own micro-worlds, living in symbiosis with us.