bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
(Almost-)Quantum Bell Inequalities and Device-Independent Applications
Authors: Liu Yuan , Chung Ho Yiu , Ramanathan Ravishankar
Published: October 2024

Investigations of the boundary of the quantum correlation set have gained increased attention in recent years. This is done through the derivation of quantum Bell inequalities, which are related to Tsirelson's problem and have significant applications in device-independent (DI) information processing. However, determining quantum Bell inequalities is a notoriously difficult task and only isolated examples are known. In this paper, we present families of (almost-)quantum Bell inequalities and highlight four foundational and DI applications. Firstly, it is known that quantum correlations on the non-signaling boundary are of crucial importance in the task of DI randomness extraction from weak sources. In the practical Bell scenario of two players with two k-outcome measurements, we derive quantum Bell inequalities that demonstrate a separation between the quantum boundary and certain portions of the boundaries of the no-signaling polytope of dimension up to 4k−8, extending previous results from nonlocality distillation and the collapse of communication complexity. Secondly as an immediate by-product, we give a general proof of Aumann’s Agreement theorem for quantum systems as well as the almost-quantum correlations, which implies Aumann’s agreement theorem is a reasonable physical principle in the context of epistemics to pick out both quantum theory and almost-quantum correlations from general no-signaling theories. Thirdly, we present a family of quantum Bell inequalities in the two players with m binary measurements scenarios, that we prove serve to self-test the two-qubit singlet and the corresponding 2m measurements. Interestingly, this claim generalizes the result for m=2 discovered by Tsirelson-Landau-Masanes and shows an improvement over the state-of-the-art Device-Independent Randomness-Amplification (DIRA). Lastly, we use our quantum Bell inequalities to derive the general form of the principle of no advantage in nonlocal computation, which is an information-theoretic principle that serves to characterize the quantum correlation set.
Alternative ways to initiate students’ intuition, and hence internalization, of why zero factorial is equal to one
Authors: Mahmood Munir , Murray Lori , Zitikis Ricardas , Mahmood Ibtihal
Published: September 2024

Zero factorial, defined to be one, is often counterintuitive to students but nonetheless an interesting concept to convey in a classroom environment. The challenge is to delineate the concept in a simple and effective way through the practice of justification, a familiar concept in mathematics and science education. In this regard two algebraic and one statistical justification using the squeeze theorem are presented. To assess the effectiveness of the justifications, a student survey was conducted at a comprehensive university incorporating the analysis of the pre- and post-presentation statements.  They clearly present that the justifications are useful in giving credence to zero factorial equals one. Overall, the result from the online survey supports that the students preferred Justification 1. The justifications provide instructors alternative ways to initiate exploration of students’ intuitive set up of comprehending unobvious facts like zero factorial equals one. For a range of learners with their varied abilities to perform various mental activities most closely associated with learning and problem-solving, the justifications as simple alternative methods offer the potential to raise the current level of cognitive skills to inspire differentiated paths of learning. These are evident from survey results noting the role of statistical thinking and techniques.
The effects of gradual release of assistance instruction on students’ heuristics, confidence, and attitude toward independent problem-solving
Authors: Cerveza Ryan L. , Lapinid Minie Rose C.
Published: September 2024

The 'Gradual Release of Assistance (GRA) instruction' was implemented among pre-service teachers in a problem-solving course designed to reduce students' resistance to independent problem-solving. This approach aimed to enhance students' heuristic skills, confidence, and attitudes toward problem-solving. The GRA instruction encompassed activities with progressively decreasing levels of instructional support across three stages: the maximum assistance stage, the medium assistance stage, and the independent problem-solving stage. Utilizing an embedded multiple-case design and a simple time-series analysis of six individual cases, this research explored how pre-service teachers applied heuristics and their confidence and attitudes toward problem-solving. The study revealed improvements in heuristic application among cases with high and medium mathematical abilities, as well as increased confidence and positive attitudes toward problem-solving within this cohort. However, there were no notable improvements in using different heuristics among cases with low mathematical ability. The findings discussed the observed changes and consistencies, offering plausible explanations that underscore the significance of GRA instruction in alleviating students' reluctance to engage in independent problem-solving.
Effect of Ethanolic Extract of Avocado (Persea americana Mill.) Seed on the Testis Histology (Mus musculus l.) Induced Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
Authors: Atifah Yusni , Zega Dwi Junita , Ahda Yuni , Farma Siska Alicia
Published: October 2024

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) is a substance that is able to produce free radicals such as ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species), which can cause oxidative stress in the body and damage reproductive organs such as the testes. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of avocado seed ethanol extract (Persea americana Mill.) on the histology of the testes of mice (Mus musculus L.) induced monosodium glutamate (MSG). This research is an experimental study that was conducted in October 2023 – January 2024 at Biology Laboratory, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Padang. The design used is a Complete Randomized Design (CRD) with 4 treatments and 6 repeats. The data obtained were analyzed using the ANOVA test (Analysis of variance) using the SPSS 23 application. The results showed that the administration of avocado seed ethanol extract showed a noticeable effect on the diameter of the testes of male mice exposed to MSG. However, it showed no noticeable influence on testicular weight, seminiferous tubule diameter and Leydig cell count. Ethanol extract avocado seed dose 0.84 mg /g body weight / day (P1) was able to improve the diameter of mice testes that had been induced MSGKeyword: Avocado seed extract, Histology of testis, Mice, MSG
Ethnobotanic Study Of Communities On The Outer Islands Aceh Province (Aceh Island Case Study)
Authors: Amin Nurdin , Mulyadi Mulyadi , Ariangga Ruli
Published: October 2024

Pemanfaatan tumbuhan sebagai pesan simbolik dan praktek secara turun temurun dalam keluarga, baik untuk obat, upacara adat, symbol, dan kearifan lokal. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui jenis tumbuhan yang digunakan masyarakat sebagai kebutuhan obat-obatan, upacara adat dan kegiatan ritual lainnya di pulau nasi dan pulau breuh kecamatan pulo Aceh kabupaten Aceh besar. Terapat 25 Jenis tumbuhan yang di gunakan, baik sebagai obat, upacara adat dan acara ritual lainnya. Data tersebut tersebar pada dua lokasi yang berbeda yaitu kemukiman pulo Breuh dan kemukiman pulo nasi. Pada pulo breuh ditemukan 15 Jenis tumbuhan yang di gunakan sebagai obat, upacara adat dan kegiatan ritual. Sedang pada kemukiman pulo nasi di temukan 10 Jenis tumbuhan yang di manfaatkan. Organ tumbuhan yang paling banyak di gunakan terdapat pada organ daun sebanyak 55%, diikuti dengan batang 19%, kemudian 16% terapat pada akar dan yang terakhir 10% terdapat pada lainnya (bagian bunga, buah dan biji). Penggunaan tumbhuna sebagai obat terdapat 20 bentuk atau 61% digunakan sebagai obat tradisonal, kemudain terdapat 8 bentuk atau 24 % digunakan sebagai  kegiatan upcara adat dan 15 macam atau 15% digunakan sebagai kegiatan ritul lainnya
Specifics of the Chinese regional demographic policy in the northeast of China (using the example of Heilongjiang province)
Authors: Makeeva Svetlana
Published: September 2024

Introduction. The modern development of China, on the one hand, demonstrates high economic results to the whole world, and on the other hand, every year the Chinese government faces various problems, among which is the uneven socio-economic situation of the Eastern, Western, Central and Northeastern regions, as well as negative demographic trends, associated with reduction and aging of the population. Moreover, the demographic situation in different parts of the country has its own specifics. The most difficult situation, both in terms of regional economic indicators and population size, is observed in the provinces of the North-Eastern region of the PRC.

Materials and methods. The author analyzed the materials of the Heilongjiang Statistical Bureau, documents of the People's Government of the province in question regarding negative demographic trends, which made it possible to determine the specifics of regional population policy in this territory. The main research methods were systematic, which made it possible to identify patterns in the implementation of regional demographic policy in the northeastern province of Heilongjiang; statistical method contributed to the consideration of quantitative characteristics of the demographic development of Heilongjiang.

Results. The reasons of the negative demographic trends in the northeastern province of Heilongjiang are considerable population reduction and annual outflow of highly qualified personnel to the eastern and southeastern Chinese provinces. Starting from 2021, Heilongjiang Province has developed a population policy system under the slogan ‘maintaining comprehensive revival through high-quality demographic development’, including four main areas: 1) improving measures to support fertility; 2) attracting and retaining highly qualified personnel; 3) efficient use of the labor of senior workers; 4) compliance with migration rules.

Discussion. The administration of Heilongjiang Province focuses on improving the quality of life of the population. The emerging system of legal regulation of the regional demographic policy in Heilongjiang Province is aimed at involving all organizations, institutions, funds, and public associations in the process of solving the difficult demographic situation connected with population reduction in cities, towns, rural and near-border northeastern regions of China.
Large family in the modern Russian society: Demographic aspect
Authors: Rostovskaya Tamara , Kuchmaeva Oksana , Vasileva Ekaterina
Published: September 2024

Introduction. Scientific discussions on the implementation of the second demographic transition have not been completed, it is possible to identify specific features of changes in the structure of families in different countries or different social groups (for example, religious ones), but it is premature to talk about the universality of this process. In modern Russia, the social structure of families and households has changed, however, in order to capture the essence of the changes and identify the factors that have had an impact; it is necessary to constantly monitor the situation. The answers to the following questions are of scientific interest: how the structure of families in Russia has changed; what motivation is the basis for reproducing the structure of large families in different periods of demographic transition? The article presents an analysis of empirical data that allows us to identify trends in the transformation of the structure of the Russian family; to characterize the motives of reproductive behavior in large families, to determine what conditions and resources are required in large families to form or maintain well-being.

Materials and methods. The information base was the data of the All-Russian population censuses for 2002, 2010 and 2020; the results of the author's research were an in-depth interview with parents from a large family in the course of the All-Russian sociological study ‘Demographic well-being of the regions of Russia’, 2021.

Results. The changes in the structure of Russian families towards the increasing share of large families under the influence of demographic policy measures have been revealed, the consolidation of this trend requires the implementation of targeted measures to support the institution of a large family, which, in the authors’ opinion, should correspond to the ideal model of a ‘prosperous family’.

Discussion. It is important to develop a demographic policy strategy taking into account trends in the structure of Russian families. The analysis of interviews with large families provided for the formulation of the main directions of assistance to large families, as well as to systematize social practices of members of large families aimed at preserving and developing the family well-being.
O uso da canção como categoria de análise e método de ensino da migração nordestina nas ciências humanas
Authors: De Sousa Erik
Published: October 2024

O trabalho aqui presente tem como objetivo fazer uma discussão sobre a canção enquanto metodologia de ensino das migrações dos povos nordestinos no século XX a partir da obra do artista cearense Belchior. Para isso foi necessário leitura bibliográfica sobre: a) a canção enquanto recurso de ensino; b) migração da população nordestina, em especial os artistas musicais; c) a canção de artistas nordestinos como expressão cultural. Também foi feito uma análise sobre as propostas do debate de migrações em sala de aula de acordo com a Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC). Evidenciou-se que apesar de diversos estereótipos que a região Nordeste carrega, a canção de artistas locais pode servir como forma de instrumento que retrate as verdadeiras singularidades do lugar.
Cadeia produtiva do leite em Santa Rosa do Ermírio (Poço Redondo/SE): aspectos introdutórios
Authors: Silva Cecília Laís Santana da , Costa José Eloízio da
Published: October 2024

A pecuária leiteira é tradição no semiárido sergipano devido à sua relevância histórica e econômica como fonte de renda e de sobrevivência. Nesse sentido, Poço Redondo é hoje o município que mais produz leite em Sergipe, o que indica um processo de reorganização da bacia leiteira do Alto Sertão. Para entender em qual contexto surge este aumento produtivo, o artigo propõe analisar a inserção do pequeno produtor na cadeia produtiva do leite do povoado Santa Rosa do Ermírio face à subordinação e à assimetria. Portanto, como decurso do método e da análise qualitativa e quantitativa, as nuances da produção leiteira da “terra do leite” podem ser compreendidas como parte de uma macroestrutura do sistema econômico político e em sua relação com Poço Redondo e Sergipe.
Toxicity Effect Test of Matoa (Pometia pinnata) Plant Fractions as Raw Materials for Anticancer Drugs
Authors: Hasan Hamsidar , Taupik Muhammad , Andi Suryadi A. Mu’thi , Ihsan Muh.
Published: October 2024

Background:The prevalence of cancer in Indonesia increases every year. Medical treatments such as chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation require significant costs with considerable side effects. Therefore, there is a need for chemopreventive agents from natural sources such as plants. One plant with potential as a chemopreventive agent is the matoa tree (Pometia pinnata), which is empirically used to treat suppurating wounds.Objectives: This research aims to test the toxicity of leaf and stem bark fractions of matoa using shrimp larvae Artemia salina Leach. Methods: The parameter for this study is the LC50 value. The extraction method involves successive maceration using solvents based on increasing polarity, starting with n-hexane, chloroform, ethyl acetate, and methanol. Phytochemical screening is conducted using colour tests, and toxicity is assessed through the brine shrimp lethality test. The research indicates that all fractions of matoa leaves and stem bark are toxic with respective LC50 values for leaf fractions: n-hexane (394.8 µg/mL), chloroform (244.3 µg/mL), ethyl acetate (180.6 µg/mL), and methanol (303.2 µg/mL). Stem bark fractions exhibit LC50 values in the order of n-hexane (203.9 µg/mL), chloroform (244.3 µg/mL), ethyl acetate (144.8 µg/mL), and methanol (58.3 µg/mL). Conclusions: All fractions fall into the toxic category and have the potential as raw materials for anti-cancer drugs.
MUHAMMAD ASAD'S DESIGN OF AN ISLAMIC STATE IN POST-COLONIAL PAKISTAN
Authors: Amir Ahmad Nabil
Published: October 2024

The paper aims to highlight Muhammad Asad’s epistemological postulate on Islamic politics as reflected in his works on Islamic state. It seeks to address these fundamental problems: what is the legal basis that support and establish Asad’s position of founding an Islamic state? and how could this idea fairly accommodates with the prevailing notion of nation state in post-colonial context. Thus, the study set forth to find the answers based on such range of objectives: to analyse the underlying ideas of Islamic state as advocated in the classical sources, to define the basic constitutional framework as developed by Asad in the context of historical Pakistan, to estimate the implication of implementing Islamic law and its impact on the global politics and its compatibility with international law. In this regards, Asad had formulated the constitutional ideas of Islamic state whose constitution contains the provision of Islamic law that practiced and implemented the norms stated in the Divine Writ. This ideas was partly enshrined in the Pakistan constitutional law whose political establishment was formed in 1947. The paper essentially discussed Muhammad Asad’s political ideas and its underlying philosophy as espoused in his works. The study conducted based on qualitative approaches of the type of library research. The data were analysed by way of descriptive, analytical and comparative technique. The finding shows that Muhammad Asad had formulated comprehensive theoretical framework of legal aspect of Islamic governance drawn up from the fundamental principle and doctrine of the shariah, and its moral norms deriving from the explicit Qur’anic and sunnah text, while also advocating democratic ideals and principles based on conventional practice and requirement of modern context of nation state. Based on this main finding, it is concluded that Islamic teaching and its spiritual norms were compatible with democratic ideal and values of human right, participatory and constitutional government as implemented in the democratic space of Pakistan.
THE ROLE OF THE STATE IN FOSTERING RELIGIOUS HARMONY IN INDONESIA: A HISTORICAL REVIEW, CHALLENGES, AND POLICY TOWARDS MODERATION
Authors: Hidayah Alfina , Rizky Fauziyah Nadia , Wibowo Waskito
Published: October 2024

This article explores the concept of moderation held by the State through the program run by the Ministry of Religious Affairs named Moderasi Beragama (Religious Moderation). The discussion consists of religious moderation throughout history of Indonesia, highlighted it as a moderate approach supported and organised by the state, including its strategies and challenges. This qualitative research uses content analysis as an analytical method of collecting data from primary and secondary sources. The study showed that Religious Moderation was campaigned by the State through several programs, strategies and a similar proposed agenda started even from the New Order era to the disruption era. Constructed by the multi-religious theological concept of moderation and strengthened by the State constitutional basis, the program met challenges that should develop some strategies to implement religious moderation effectively and efficiently. Although radicalism has not been completely eradicated, at least the state has committed to fostering religious harmony and moderation through inclusive state policies and collaborative efforts with various religious and community stakeholders.
Computerised Record Keeping System In Small and Medium Scale Enterprise
Authors:   Vice Chancellor, Koforidua Technical University, Koforidua, Ghana bFormer Computer Science Lecturer, Koforidua Technical University, Ghana cManaging Partner, Technobeacon Consulting Limited, UK dPrincipal Consultant, Werrys Limited, UK, Smile Dzisi , Ehigiator Egho-Promise , Ola Bamidele , Ewere Uche Airhihend
Published: October 2024

The significant role of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in various economies especially the developing ones have been highly established. These SMEs have been identified as the medium through which development and rapid industrialization of these economies can be achieved. The manual record-keeping system for processing of products bought and sold has been recognized as one of the most common challenge faced by SMEs. The manual record-keeping system of sales transactions of SMEs and seeks to address it by designing and developing an automated system. This is a case study on Big Donfica Investment Ghana Limited (BDIGL), a Small and Medium Enterprise located in Tamale, Northern region of Ghana. Data was collected using interview and the agile methodology model was used to develop the automated record-keeping system. The results of the study indicated that the automated system provides accurate and consistent details of sales transactions, it produces electronics receipts, sends real time sales transactions messages of all goods sold and login notifications to mobile phones. The study therefore recommends an automated record-keeping system for SMEs in their sales transactions. Further research on automated SMEs marketing is recommended. Keywords: Enterprises, SMEs, Sales transactions, Economies, Record keeping Journal Reference Format: Smile Dzisi, Ehigiator Egho-Promise, Bamidele Olac & Ewere Uche Airhihend (2022): Computerised Record Keeping System In Small and Medium Scale Enterprise. Journal of Behavioural Informatics, Digital Humanities and Development Research. Vol. 8. No.4 Pp 45—62. Available online at https://www.isteams.net/behavioralinformaticsjournal. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/BHI/V8N4P6
Cultural elites as selfless ethnic entrepreneurs in the fall of Yugoslavia?
Authors: Flere Sergej
Published: October 2024

In socialist Yugoslavia, cultural elites were structurally related to the
communist ruling elite/s, but the relationship was not simple. Cultural
elites were always constituted at the national (republic) level, whereas the
political elite was initially a single Yugoslav one, but later, it fractured
along the same lines. National cultural elites soon ceased to be anything
like transmissions of the ruling one, nor were they unconditionally
subjugated to it/them. All cultural elites had a proclivity to view issues
as unfavourable towards their own nationhood. The Croat, Serb, and Slovene
viewed the Yugoslav arrangement as somehow suppressing, exploiting, or
restricting their respective nationhood. This sprang up in literary works,
in intellectual production, in the issue of whether Serbo-Croat was a single
language. These issues were brought about disputes, which grew from
intellectual ones into inter-ethnic ones. These disputes contributed
significantly to the disintegration of firstly, the weak Yugoslav cultural
nucleus, and secondly of trust among nationhoods and finally they brought
about a comprehension of an impossibility of a joint state. Most of these
actions could be designated as ethnic entrepreneurship.
The dialogue between Kant and Weber: The relationship between ethics, values and social action in Weber’s understanding methodology
Authors: Pupavac Danilo
Published: October 2024

In this paper, methodological and epistemological solutions will be discussed
and additionally problematized in terms of the study of the relationship
between values and social action in the methodological program of one of the
classics of sociology ? Max Weber. We will show how Weber defines values and
how, as one of the crucial elements, he positions them in his methodology
and epistemology. The discussion will be theoretically contextualized within
the framework of Weber?s distinction between the ethics of responsibility
and the ethics of conviction, since these are concepts that more closely
connect both mentioned subjects of research. Also, it will be the basis for
considering the impact of Kant?s theoretical system on Weber?s epistemology,
and consequently methodology, which we believe (more or less indirectly)
shaped the epistemological thought of this classic. Finally, we will offer a
critique of certain shortcomings in Weber?s methodology, primarily those
concerning the concept of value neutrality and his methodological
individualism.
The social capital of the family as a source of educational inequality
Authors: Stanojevic Nenad
Published: October 2024

When analyzing the factors that influence individuals' educational
achievements, with a focus on the importance of their families, cultural and
economic capital are frequently highlighted. Although they are
unquestionably important, one additional aspect should not be overlooked:
social capital. Individuals' educational chances are influenced by their
families' connections with the community as well as their familial bonds.
The aim of the paper is to demonstrate how a family's social capital can be
a source of inequality in education. The paper presents and analyzes three
theoretical approaches to social capital (Bourdieu's, Coleman's, and
Patnam's), indicates how to approach the research of inequality in education
from these perspectives, and points out which approaches are appropriate for
the application of social capital from the perspective of families. Finally,
the lines of (dis)continuity between these theories are highlighted, and the
possibility of developing an integral approach to social capital in the
educational context is examined by analyzing some attempts at such a
synthesis.
THE INFLUENCE OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE MECHANISMS ON CARBON EMISSION DISCLOSURE: DOES GREEN PERFORMANCE MATTER?
Authors: Lina Lina , Devyanti Catarine
Published: October 2024

Carbon emissions disclosure has attracted researchers' attention. This study aims to provide empirical evidence on the influence of more comprehensive corporate governance mechanisms on carbon emission disclosure based on legitimacy and stakeholder theories. This study introduces virtue ethics theory, a new theory in carbon emission research, to explain the moderating role of green performance. Observational data includes 455 data from a sample of companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2018 to 2022. The research data was processed using multiple linear regression methods and moderated regression analysis. The study's results prove that the size of the board of commissioners, the independence of the board of commissioners, the sustainability committee, and institutional ownership positively affect carbon emission disclosure. The green performance also revealed can strengthen the influence of board of commissioners diversity on carbon emission disclosure. Corporate governance is needed to encourage companies to disclose their carbon emissions.
Estimating contract value using structural parameters: a machine learning approach with data preprocessing
Authors: Aslay Semi Emrah
Published: September 2024

In this study, contract price in public construction tenders are predicted using structural project parameters. The variables applied in the study are created by adding the quantities of columns, shear walls, and beams to variables commonly used in the literature for cost estimations. Six different machine learning algorithms are employed as machine learning algorithms. Preprocessing methods and a series of parameter optimizations are applied to enhance the predictive capability on datasets. These processes and the applied algorithms are evaluated with five different performance metrics. The SVM algorithm produced the best results, achieving an value of 0.8966, MAPE of 23.70, NSE of 0.8956, MAE of 0.4849, and RMSE of 0.6989. This study contributes to the literature by developing machine learning models and data analysis processes for contract price approaches.
The solution of a bimatric game using various criteria for choosing the strategies of the security administratorand the attacker
Authors: Vakhniy T.V. , Vakhniy S.V.
Published: October 2024

The article describes the solution of a bimatric game using different criteria for choosing the strategies of a security administrator and an attacker. Analysis of the results of such calculations can be useful in optimizing the protection of a computer system.
The effectiveness of data aggregation in Internet of things networks using the MQTT protocol
Authors: Kostennov T.V.
Published: October 2024

The high pace of development of the Internet of Things and Industrial Internet of Things industry leads to an increase in the number of devices and transmitted data in designed and used systems. This paper proposes an approach aimed at reducing the use of network resources, based on data aggregation on aggregator gateways. Experiments were carried out to evaluate the proposed approaches in terms of the use of network resources.
Architecture model of an application implementing the he-SU electronic secret voting scheme
Authors: Lavrova D.D. , Lavrov D.N.
Published: October 2024

The article offers a description of an objectoriented model of an application that implements an electronic secret voting scheme based on the He-Su scheme. To implement the scheme, you need to choose three basic cryptographic schemes: hashing, a symmetric cryptosystem and an asymmetric cryptosystem with the ability to blindly sign. Based on the analysis of the constructed model, an architecture based on abstractions is proposed, which makes it possible to easily select and replace some basic cryptographic systems with others used in the scheme.
Review and approbation of machine learning methods for short-term forecasting
Authors: Vasina D.I.
Published: October 2024

The article defines the growing importance of solar energy in sustainable energy production. Traditional forecasting models had difficulty coping with complex nonlinear patterns, but the advent of machine learning methods has significantly increased accuracy and reliability in this area. The article discusses various machine learning techniques used to predict solar energy: linear regression, CatBoost. XGBoost, artificial neural networks. The paper explains the mathematical principles underlying the presented methods, such as loss functions, ensemble models, gradient descent stages, regularization terms and specific functional forms of these machine learning methodologies. The role of machine learning methods in significantly improving the accuracy and reliability of solar energy forecasts is emphasized.
Historical immortalisation: efficient methods for long-term storage of historical data
Authors: Boldovskaya T.E. , Gres V.I. , Vetro A.E.
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the study of the issues of longterm preservation of digital historical data and ensuring their security in the digital world. Modern methods of archiving electronic data are analyzed and a conclusion is made about the expediency of using a microservice architecture with storage replication.
On the Issue of the Relationship between the Categories of Penalization and Punishment
Authors:   Kuban State University, Yakubov Sergey F.
Published: October 2024

The criminal-legal policy of the state serves as the basis of an effective crime prevention system. A crucial el-ement and method of this policy is penalization, with criminal punishment being an integral tool of the latter. The study draws a line between these categories, defines their common and distinctive features. The author argues that punishment does not fully encapsulate the concept of penalization. The article analyzes not only doctrinal approaches to the concept of penalization and punishment, but also reveals their legal nature. The study also addresses the forms and types of penalization. In particular, it critiques the refusal by some authors to recognize the concept of actual penalization and the approach that reduces penalization merely to the regu-lation of the institution of criminal punishment and the sanctions of the Special Part of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. The findings presented in the article substantiate the central role of penalization in crimi-nal-legal policy; the close, yet non-identical, relationship between the categories of “penalization” and “punish-ment”; and the fundamental influence of penalization on the legislative regulation of punishments, as well as the necessity of forming a system of punishments based on the nature and degree of societal danger posed by the criminal act.
Re-Leasing as a Necessary Legal Fiction
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University of Economics, Shishkin Sergey L.
Published: October 2024

The article explores the issue of implementing the concept of re-leasing in Russia and examines the main fea-tures of the current regulatory and law enforcement practice concerning transactions that are currently used by civil turnover participants instead of this construct. The main obstacles preventing the direct extension of finan-cial lease regulation to this category of transactions without the introduction of legal fiction have been studied. The article evaluates the key advantages and, consequently, the market’s demand for such a construct in leas-ing services, as confirmed by judicial practice and the position of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation. Additionally, the article considers methodological aspects of financial accounting and the differentiation of re-leasing as a subtype of financial leasing from rental (operational leasing), and offers proposals for amending the current legislation based on the Ministry of Economic Development’s draft law, with revisions that take into account the protection of the rights and legitimate interests of all parties to the re-leasing agreement.
La productora como autora
Authors: Defelice Renata
Published: October 2024

De la multiplicidad de materiales que conforman el Archivo Graciela Carnevale, este trabajo aborda los textos donde la artista reflexiona sobre su archivo y las experiencias vitales que están en la base de su pulsión de colección. Para su análisis se postula, primero, una delimitación de las figuras de artistas relacionada con una noción expandida del archivo. Luego, se procede a exponer las potencialidades y problemáticas de considerar las reflexiones de las productoras sobre sus fondos personales. Finalmente, se propone un acercamiento a los textos a partir de sus tonos predominantes.
Analysis of bridge structure selection using a hybrid decision-making technique
Authors: Jakiel Przemysław , Fabianowski Dariusz
Published: October 2024

Implementation of sustainability principles in civil engineering has increased the substantive range of bridge engineering. The consideration of additional criteria, in particular ecological and social ones, requires the design process to be supported by appropriate tools. It refers especially to large bridge elements which affect their load-bearing capacity, e.g. girders or decks. The aim of this paper is to develop an original MCDA (Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis) method as a potential tool to support a decision-making process in the selection of material and design alternatives for bridge main girders. Therefore, an advanced hybrid algorithm was created consisting of the following methods: EA FAHP+FDEMATEL+ZUM (Extent Analysis Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process + Fuzzy Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory + Zero Unitarization Method), applied at the structure design stage. The pre-dimensioned alternatives selected for analysis were then subjected to an evaluation process based on a complex set of criteria arranged in a hierarchical control structure (HCS). The algorithm has been applied based on the example of a medium span slab-and-girder bridge, assuming 6 alternative concepts of girders, different in material and dimensions. The hybrid method was compared with the EA FAHP method. Analysis results obtained based on judgments from 3 teams of Decision Makers (DM) indicate effectiveness of the proposed algorithm and its practical aspect, which may contribute to improved quality and safety of bridge structures.
Aortitis Secondary to Prosthetic Valve Endocarditis: A Rare Complication Unveiled
Authors: Cozac Dan-Alexandru , Amato Filippo , Savo Maria Teresa , Lassandro Eleonora , Cordoni Gabriele , Motta Raffaella , Pergola Valeria
Published: September 2024

Introduction

Aortitis includes both infectious and non-infectious inflammation of the arterial wall. Infectious forms have a worse prognosis, necessitating immediate diagnosis and treatment. We report a case of a patient with prosthetic valve endocarditis complicated with infectious aortitis and multiple embolic lesions, ultimately leading to death.

Case presentation

An 81-year-old man with an aortic valve bioprosthesis (Intuity 27 mm) presented with fever, dysuria, and ankle swelling. Laboratory showed leukocytosis, anemia, elevated NT-proBNP, and C-reactive protein. Echocardiography revealed a hyperechogenic mass on the bioprosthesis, confirmed as prosthetic endocarditis by transesophageal echocardiography, which also showed an aortic bulb aneurysm and a 9 mm arterial wall thickening. Blood cultures were positive for Staphylococcus aureus, and intravenous antibiotics were started. Thoracic computed tomography confirmed aortic root dilation and mural thickening, indicating infectious aortitis with multiple embolic lesions in the spleen and kidneys. The patient then suffered an intestinal sub-occlusion. The Heart Team decided against cardiovascular surgery due to frailty and high surgical risk. Despite initial hemodynamic stability, his condition deteriorated, leading to death.

Conclusion

This case presents a challenging scenario of prosthetic valvular endocarditis complicated by infectious aortitis, aortic aneurysm, and multiple thromboembolic lesions in a high-risk patient, ultimately resulting in death.
Psychotherapy as a Determinant of Quality of Life among Older Persons
Authors: Jacob Udeme Samuel , Afolabi Abimbola , Pillay Jace
Published: October 2024

Purpose: This study delves into the experiences of elderly individuals undergoing psychotherapy, evaluating its effects on their quality of life and well-being, and identifying unique challenges and benefits in later life.
 
Theoretical reference: The resilience theory, as explored in this study, highlights a multi-dimensional nature encompassing health, psychology, and social work, emphasizing the importance of examining adversity and outcomes and advocating for interdisciplinary approaches to understand and operationalise resilience across individuals, organizations, and communities.
 
Method: A qualitative approach was utilized to gather deep insights into ten (10) participants’ experiences and the subjective impact of psychotherapy on their lives, highlighting the role of specific interventions in promoting psychological well-being.
 
Results and Conclusion: Findings indicate that psychotherapy significantly enhances older individuals' psychological health, fostering positive self-evaluation, growth, meaningfulness, quality relationships, effective life management, and autonomy. The study further identifies critical challenges in accessing psychotherapy, such as financial, transportation, and mobility barriers.
 
Implications of research: The research emphasizes the necessity for psychotherapeutic interventions that include family and social network support to positively influence older adults' well-being, addressing the identified access challenges.
 
Originality/value: This study contributes unique insights into the psychotherapeutic experiences of the elderly, highlighting its crucial role in enhancing quality of life and addressing specific life stage challenges, thus adding valuable knowledge to geriatric psychotherapy literature.
Knowledge and Anguish at Work: the Clinical Case of a Telephone Operator
Authors: Gomes Júnior Admardo Bonifácio , Santos Luciana Gelape dos , Cunha Daisy Moreira
Published: October 2024

Objective: The objective of this study was to understand the meaning of mental symptoms manifested at work by articulating their material basis present in the work context and the subject's historical singularity.
 
Theoretical Framework: Psychoanalytic theory is used in this case study as a basis for understanding the relationship between knowledge and anguish at work. On the other hand, it is in ergology that we find the necessary theorizations for a reading of what affects the subject in tele-service work.
 
Method: This is a clinical case study based on the psychoanalytically oriented notes of a telemarketer with work-related symptoms.
 
Results and Discussion: As the main result, we read symptomatic production both as a response on a level of direct material causality to the inconsistency of the assumption of knowledge attributed to the trade and the value of work, and as a way out that the subject finds for their symptomatic position.
 
Implications of the research: We conclude that the orientation of the treatment must seek to preserve the assumption of knowledge in the subject and in their work and enable subjective and material accountability.
 
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by combining psychoanalysis and ergology in the search for an understanding of illness at work. The relevance and value of this research is evidenced by the fact that it presents an original clinical case that seeks to highlight the relationship between the place reserved for knowledge in contemporary work and the symptoms produced by it.
AI in Education: Unveiling the Merits and Applications of Chat-GPT for Effective Teaching Environments
Authors: Rashel Md. Mostafa , Khandakar Sahadat , Hossain Kaosar , Shahid Ayesha , Kawabata Takako , Batool Waseema , Chaudhary Arslan Asad , Nguyen Anh Quang , Rafique Tariq
Published: October 2024

Background: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into educational systems, making it indispensable. Chat-GPT, a prominent AI tool, is anticipated to shape the future of education and learning.
 
Objective: To analyze the impact of Chat-GPT on students' learning experiences.
 
Methods: Design: Development of a semi-structured interview tool, validated by experts.
 
Data Gathering: Content analysis, akin to a qualitative approach.
 
Results: Respondents' perceptions of Chat-GPT in education highlighted:
 
Merits: Identification of elite benefits.
 
Applications: Potential areas of application and exploitation.
 
Conclusion: Chat-GPT shows significant potential to enhance the instructor-student connection and create effective teaching environments. When combined with pedagogical strategies and information/communication technologies (ICTs), it supports knowledge construction and skill acquisition.
Bankruptcy Prediction and Performance: the Influence of Quality Certification on Portuguese SMEs
Authors: Moreira Cândido Jorge Carvalho Peres , Terrinca Catarina Carvalho Peres , Cristóvão Domingos Custódio , Antão Mário Alexandre Guerreiro
Published: October 2024

Objective: To observe the existence of a relationship between quality certification and performance and bankruptcy prediction for Portuguese SMEs.
 
Theoretical Reference: The search for quality and its certification, via the International Standard Organization (ISO), theoretically, is related to the going concern assumption, making it possible to enhance the company's economic and financial sustainability.
 
Method: Multisectoral Multivariate Discriminant Analysis (ADM) models, considered the most efficient, were selected for application, as well as the commonly used Univariate Analysis indicators. In Bureau Van Dijk's SABI Database, we collected Portuguese SMEs, with financial information from 2014 to 2018, certified in the scope of quality, ISO 9000 or 9001, on 12/31/2018, of these, we focused on those with main activity in NACE D - Electricity, Gas, Steam, Hot and Cold Water and Cold Air or G - Wholesale and Retail Trade, Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles as they are the most important. The Sector Average Company was also collected for the same NACE via Banco de Portugal Sector Tables. Then, having applied the models and indicators under study, we compared the results obtained between them, in order to observe the possible effect of quality certification on financial performance.
 
Results and Discussion: No implication of quality certification in improving or optimizing the performance or economic-financial position of entities is identified.
 
Implications of the Research: Uncover the influence of quality certification on the economic-financial position of companies, allowing for deeper investigation into bankruptcy, sustainability and value creation.
 
Originality/Value: The specificities of the sectors and business size, crises and increasing closures make it vital to identify what will influence performance and sustainability, as no studies have been identified on this topic, focusing on Portuguese SMEs, certified via ISO 9000 or 9001.
One Health, One Forest: Harnessing Reclaimed Wood as a Sustainable Solution
Authors: Raw Jessica , Woodman Cameron , Kaur Guntaas
Published: October 2024

Deforestation is a multifaceted and wicked problem characterized by its complexity and resistance to straightforward solutions. The issue is driven by human activities and has severe ecological, socio-economic, and climatic consequences. Between 1990 and 2015, approximately 129 million hectares of forest were lost globally, a trend contributing to biodiversity loss, increased carbon dioxide emissions, and climate change. In Canada, deforestation due to logging significantly impacts the boreal forests, with consequences such as habitat fragmentation affecting species like the threatened boreal caribou. The Canadian logging industry aims to provide essential raw materials while fostering economic growth and employment, supplying critical resources for sawmills, planing mills, shingle mills, and pulp and paper industries. Despite economic benefits, logging, particularly clearcutting, disrupts natural forest regeneration, soil composition, and water cycles, leading to long-term ecological consequences. The One Health approach, integrating human, non-human animal, and environmental health, is proposed to address this issue sustainably. Actions like those by Forests Ontario and Evergreen focus on reforestation and urban greening, while companies like Consolidated Pallet Co. promote wood recycling. This action plan showcases the potential for community-driven solutions to reduce environmental footprints, enhance sustainability, and foster economic and social well-being.