bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Women in the sustainability new ventures in the digital era: Out from the shadow of the small country male-dominated startup ecosystem
Authors: Mets Tõnis , Vettik-Leemet Piia
Published: July 2024

Environmental sustainability has become one of the key issues for the future development of the European Union (EU). Estonia's startup entrepreneurship contributes prominently to innovative ideas in energy technology and information and communication technology (ICT) applications, essential for sustainability. Research and education are prerequisites for innovation in both fields. The gap in educational levels between Estonian women and men, favoring women, is among the largest in the EU. However, the proportion of women in entrepreneurship is significantly lower, even though the share of women in ICT personnel is among the highest in Europe. This study sought to determine women's contribution to sustainability (technology) startups in the context of these contrasting gaps. The article's dataset was based on sources such as the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, Ministry of Education and Science, Business Register, and Startup Ecosystem. It qualitatively analyzed the sustainability orientation of ventures and the gender structure of founders across nearly 1300 startups and clarified the share of selected startups' fundraising within the entire ecosystem. Through a simple regression analysis, we uncovered some short-term trends. Our findings indicate that 92% of the accumulated €4.46 billion in startup funding is foreign capital, and 171 sustainability startups account for nearly 63% of the ecosystem's total fundraising. Among the founders of top-invested startups, only 6% are women, whereas women constitute 23% of the founders of sustainability startups. Despite this, sustainability startups with female participation have secured only 2.2% of the total investments in the sustainability group, highlighting a drastic gender disproportion. However, the fundraising trend for women's sustainability startups founded in the last five years is more positive, reaching 24% of this group's investments. Although their overall share remains significantly lower compared with the entire startup ecosystem, this emerging trend is a promising sign of the breakthrough for female entrepreneurs in a traditionally male-dominated sector. The article's conclusion summarizes the study's results and suggests future gender-based research and development opportunities.
Simple PKE schemes from the TSPEM problem
Authors: Zhou Limin , Wang Qiuyang
Published: July 2024

In the quantum era, the advent of quantum computers poses significant threats to the security of current cryptosystems. Therefore, designing quantum-resistant cryptoschemes becomes important to guarantee information security. This work concentrates on the development of the post-quantum public key encryption (PKE) scheme. Non-commutative cryptography (NCC) has entered the field of post-quantum cryptography. We utilize the TSPEM problem with asymmetric structures (which serve as a potential candiate for resisting quantum attacks) to construct two PKE schemes which are demonstrated to be CPA security under the DTSPEM assumption. By representing the plaintext as a matrix, these schemes can effectively encrypt a significant amount of information in a single operation. Assuming an equal amount of messages for encryption, the proposed schemes acheive superior efficiency compared to existing PKE schemes. Structurally, our systems exhibit a level of synchronization and coexistence due to the distinct public keys $ (P) $ and ciphertexts $ (C_{1}) $. The efficiency analysis is conducted by comparing known schemes from the aspect of specific cryptographic indicators. Generally, the proposed ones offer several advantages including provable security, high efficiency, potential quantum-resistant, and relative ease of implementation; along with synchronization and coexistence. Our investigation has established the feasibility of constructing PKE schemes based on the TSPEM problem, specifically for asymmetric communication scenarios. The preliminary results pave the way for further exploration of the TSPEM problem$ ' $s potential in developing other cryptosystems suitable for quantum computing environments.
Analytical formulae for variance and volatility swaps with stochastic volatility, stochastic equilibrium level and regime switching
Authors: He Xin-Jiang , Lin Sha
Published: July 2024

The CIR stochastic volatility model is modified to introduce nonlinear mean reversion, with the long-run volatility average as a random variable controlled by two parts being modeled through a Brownian motion and a Markov chain, respectively. This model still possesses an analytical formulation of the forward characteristic function, from which we establish variance swap prices as well as volatility swap ones with a nonlinear payoff in closed form. The numerical implementation of the two formulae demonstrates the significant impact of regime switching.
Stimulating the processes of attracting investments in industry of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation
Authors: Ivanov Pavel , Altufeva Tatyana
Published: July 2024

The current conditions of the world economy development are characterized by the aggravation of the struggle between countries for technological leadership in the transition to a new technological mode on the basis of Industry 5.0, and the negative impact of barriers in international trade in goods and technologies due to sanctions against Russia, which creates windows of opportunity in the field of ensuring technological sovereignty on its own industrial base. One of the most important factors for the successful implementation of the windows of opportunity for the development of domestic production of high-tech products is the stimulation of the processes of attracting private investments in industrial enterprises of large, medium and small-sized business, including through the formation of an effective system of state support tools. The aim of the article is to improve the processes of attracting industrial investments, specifically in the context of identifying factors that can have a negative impact on the investment activities of Russian enterprises of various size groups by analyzing and adjusting the existing tools of state support for industrial enterprises, including small technology companies, in the constituent entities of the Russian Federation and developing areas for their improvement in order to ensure technological security under the conditions of sanctions. The article studies the features of the investment industrial infrastructure as exemplified by the most industrially developed regions of the Volga and Ural Federal Districts. The insufficient level of investment of small industrial enterprises in comparison to large and medium-sized business has been revealed. It has been found that the sanctions did not affect small and medium-sized business in comparison to large enterprises due to their insufficient role in the production of gross regional product and exports. The efficiency of investment resource utilization in the regions under consideration has been assessed using the data envelopment analysis model oriented on maximization of the result. According to the modeling results, the Republic of Tatarstan and the Sverdlovsk Region have been identified as efficient regions. The experience of the best practice of these regions has been analyzed, and the tools of key federal and regional development institutions has been considered, including those cofinanced by them as part of joint development projects. Promising directions for stimulating investment processes in the Republic of Bashkortostan and other regions of Russia on the basis of improving the efficiency and effectiveness of their investment industrial infrastructure for the timely implementation of the windows of opportunity to achieve technological leadership have been proposed.
$ H^1 $ solutions for a modified Korteweg-de Vries-Burgers type equation
Authors: Coclite Giuseppe Maria , di Ruvo Lorenzo
Published: July 2024

This paper modeled the dynamics of microbubbles coated with viscoelastic shells using the modified Korteweg-de Vries-Burgers equation, a nonlinear third-order partial differential equation. This study focused on the well-posedness of the Cauchy problem associated with this equation.
A Flexible Practicum Model on Education: Hybrid Learning Integrated Remote Laboratory Activity Design
Authors: Masril Mardhiah , Jalinus Nizwardi , Ridwan  , Ambiyar  , Sukardi  , Irfan Dedy
Published: July 2024

This study’s objective was to create a hybrid learning-integrated remote laboratory model with validity and practicality. This model has four learning spaces, namely live synchronous, virtual synchronous, self-paced asynchronous, and collaborative asynchronous, so it can support flexible learning. Besides that, this learning model is also based on cognitivism, connectivism, constructivism, behaviourism learning theories and Bloom’s digital taxonomy. The hybrid learning integrated remote laboratory model consists of six syntaxes: 1) issue; 2) investigation; 3) team discussion to solve problems; 4) experiment using a remote laboratory; 5) analysis and evaluation; and 6) explore new solutions. Focus group discussions (FGD) were used to collect high-quality data by seven experts in learning models, vocational education, language and technology. The hybrid learning-integrated remote laboratory model quality analysis used Aiken’s V. The result showed that the hybrid learning integratedremote laboratory model content is valid, with a validity value of 0.87. The practicality analysis result showed that the average percentage of the assessments from lecturers and students was 88.16%, so it can be concluded that it has a high validity value and is very practical.
The expression of gender and sexual orientation norms in the rehabilitation of detained juveniles
Authors: Crégut Fabrice , Durand Julie
Published: July 2024

This research focuses on how the expression of gender and sexual orientation norms interacts with the rehabilitation of minors in deprivation of liberty. It explores the manifestation of the social constructions related to these issues in detention centers for boys and girls in Bogota, Colombia. It highlights the tensions that exist between a non-discriminatory approach advocated by institutional policies versus an individualized and inclusive approach to the rehabilitation of minors.
Aux confins de la Corse : l’établissement de Piantarella
Authors: Brkojewitsch Gaël , Neaud Pascal
Published: July 2024

La villa de Piantarella, sur la commune de Bonifacio, est le plus important témoignage romain recensé sur le littoral corse. Le monument se distingue par la régularité de son plan, les techniques de construction employées et l'utilisation de matières premières inhabituelles pour cette période en Corse. L'examen de plus d'un siècle de fouilles permet d'aborder la genèse des recherches sur ce monument et les questions qui ont motivé les chercheurs. L'examen de la documentation montre, d'une part, la densité des sondages, qui a eu pour effet de disperser les données, en particulier la céramique et l'instrumentum. L'analyse des lettres et des documents administratifs conservés au Service régional de l'archéologie révèle d'autre part un contexte politique tendu, qui a quelque peu affecté l'étude du site. Cette synthèse permet enfin de revenir sur les principales hypothèses interprétatives et les éléments qui permettent de reconnaître, dans l’ensemble des édifices, une villa maritima.
Pièces avec vue sur mer chez Stace et Pline le Jeune
Authors: Herbert de la Portbarré-Viard Gaëlle
Published: July 2024

À la fin du Ier siècle et au début du IIe siècle de notre ère, Stace, dans ses poèmes, les Siluae, et Pline le Jeune dans sa Correspondance offrent au lecteur deux témoignages complémentaires sur le monde fascinant des Villae, et en particulier des villas maritimes. Le but de cet article qui s’appuie sur quelques passages de ces deux auteurs est d’étudier comment, à travers des vocabulaires différents, Stace et Pline décrivent la même réalité des pièces avec vue sur mer. Cependant, ces deux témoins privilégiés du monde des villas n’ont sans doute ni l’un ni l’autre l’intention de donner une image exacte du monde dans lequel ils évoluent, mais bien plutôt d’en offrir une représentation dont la logique est plus proche de celle de l’imaginaire chez Stace, plus proche de celle de la rhétorique du discours d’un commanditaire cultivé chez Pline le Jeune.
Ricerche di archeologia subacquea nelle ville marittime del Lazio meridionale
Authors: Pesando Fabrizio , Stefanile Michele
Published: July 2024

Dal 2013 al 2017, l'Università degli Studi di Napoli "L'Orientale" ha promosso alcuni corsi di formazione in Archeologia Subacquea, offrendo una prima conoscenza teorica agli studenti. In stretta connessione con queste iniziative didattiche, che hanno avuto un riscontro altamente positivo, si colloca Ricognizione Subacquea del Lazio Meridionale, nata da una convenzione tra l'Università e la Soprintendenza Archeologica del Lazio, con l'obiettivo di realizzare una serie completa di rilievi e una documentazione, sia tradizionale che innovativa, delle ville marittime, gli insediamenti balneari, i porti e gli allevamenti ittici molto diffusi in epoca romana lungo le coste del Lazio meridionale.
La villa de Santa Marina (Tar Vabriga/Torre Abrega)
Authors: Rousse Corinne , Benčić Gaetano , Munda Davor
Published: July 2024

Les fouilles et prospections géophysiques réalisées à partir de 2014 par le musée du territoire de Poreč (Zavičajni muzej Poreštine / Museo del territorio parentino) et le centre Camille Jullian (Aix Marseille université / CNRS) sur le territoire septentrional de la colonie de Parentium (Poreč / Parenzo, Croatie) ont mis en évidence une grande villa maritime, installée le long de la baie de Santa Marina, à proximité immédiate d’un atelier de production d’amphores à huile, déjà étudié, sur le site de Loron. L’épigraphie lapidaire et amphorique montre que les deux édifices appartenaient à une grande propriété, fondée vers 10 apr. J.-C. par le sénateur T. Statilius Taurus Sisenna. Le domaine est ensuite intégré dans le patrimoine impérial à partir de Domitien. Les recherches récentes permettent de restituer, au moins partiellement, le plan de la villa, caractérisé, dès sa fondation, par des proportions particulièrement imposantes et la qualité de ses équipements (citerne, réseau hydraulique, grands pressoirs).
Le palais de Dioclétien, palais ou villa maritime
Authors: Matetić Poljak Daniela
Published: July 2024

Le palais de Dioclétien s’inscrit par son emplacement au bord de la mer dans la catégorie des villae maritimae. La zone résidentielle, construite sur de hautes substructions, s’ouvre vers la mer. Destinée à la dernière phase de la vie de l’empereur après son abdication, cette villa était certainement richement ornée. Réduite à l’état de ruines par le développement de la ville de Split, il ne reste que quelques témoins du luxe originel. Dans cet article, pour tenter de donner une idée de ce luxe, les éléments du décor architectural, des peintures murales, des autres formes des revêtements pariétaux, de la sculpture et du mobilier sont pris en considération.
Les villae maritimae et l’exploitation des ressources maritimes en Istrie
Authors: Carre Marie Brigitte
Published: July 2024

Plusieurs villae littorales en Istrie sont équipées de viviers dont la typologie est très spécifique à cette côte : de très grandes structures aux murs élevés en pierres jetées les unes sur les autres et au moins un vivier bâti en moellons de calcaire, qui répond à un modèle fonctionnel probablement destiné à l’élevage des anguilles. Ces constructions répondent, de la part des propriétaires des domaines, à un choix de diversification et de complément de leurs ressources en associant les produit de la mer, poissons mais aussi coquillages, pourpre, sel, aux productions agricoles et manufacturières.
Fashioning Cultural Representations: Pioneer Colonial Explorers and Dutch Borneo’s Gentle Headhunters
Authors: Sellato Bernard
Published: July 2024

Photographic images of interior Dutch Borneo’s nature and, more particularly, her peoples and cultures are examined as they were produced and used around the turn of the twentieth century, from their creation in the context of pioneer exploration across the island to their presentation and display, in various forms, for consumption by the general public back in Europe. A young Dutch army medical officer, later university professor, Anton Nieuwenhuis, a talented Indo military topographer and photographer, Jean Demmeni, and an elderly Norwegian professional explorer, Carl Lumholtz: These three major, yet quite different, players of the “there and then” scene strongly contributed, each in his own way, through the combined power of their visual and textual testimonies, to the shaping of affirmative representations, ideas, and imageries among their home public about Borneo and the peoples of her hinterland, these independent Dayak tribes, which had long been suffering from prejudiced reports, disrepute, and outright ignominy.
Ecosystem of Traditional Performing Arts
Authors: Tee Mooi Kwong Anthony
Published: July 2024

Preserving and promoting traditional performing arts for heritage tourism is a complex challenge due to socio-cultural barriers, economic constraints, heritage loss risk, and untapped creative economy potential. Addressing these issues, this research proposes an ecosystem framework with stakeholder engagement, collaborative management, art clusters, and enhanced heritage tourism. Integrating social, economic, and environmental dimensions, the framework categorizes stakeholders, outlines engagement strategies, and establishes criteria for conserving traditional arts. This comprehensive approach aims to sustain traditional arts and heritage tourism, fostering joint endeavors and effective relationship management.
Exchange of Cultures in the Field of Gastronomy Tourism
Authors: Kabir Firoj , Talukder Mohammad Badruddoza , Kumar Sanjeev
Published: July 2024

Within the context of Bangladesh's gastronomic tourist industry, this study investigates the findings of cultural exchanges that have taken place. It is possible to better grasp the dynamic relationship between traditional practices and global influences by focusing on the country's culturally significant culinary history. The eclectic cuisine of Bangladesh, which includes dishes such as biryani and bharta, as well as a variety of seafood preparations, reflects the fusion of flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques from several different locations. The active interchange of cultural practices is facilitated by various factors, including culinary festivals, international influences, cooking lessons, and initiatives developed for food tourism. In addition to generating a better appreciation for the gastronomic experiences available worldwide, the findings contribute to a more comprehensive knowledge of how culinary variety and creativity define the cultural character of a nation.
Exploring the Potential of Wellness Tourism in the Wine Industry
Authors: Biggs Tristyn , Cuevas Alejandra , Dahal Agnesha , Pelser Mats , Vansuyt Pauline , Barbosa Belem
Published: July 2024

This chapter explores the interaction between wellness tourism and the wine industry, identifying potential to address challenges, particularly harnessing global industry trends. The authors conducted a literature review to define wellness and characteristics of wellness tourism. Through research on consumer behavior in wine consumption and segmentation of wine tourists, the study presents consolidated profiles with attention to background literature on consumers' motivations for both wine and wellness tourism. The convergence of wellness into wine tourism experiences is illustrated through four case studies analyzed. The chapter integrates a cross-referential approach to discern convergence points between selected wine tourism experiences and wellness motivations. Furthermore, the study reveals a positive correlation between wine tourism motivations and wellness values.
Role of Gastronomic Tourism in Destination Image Recovery of Kashmir Valley
Authors: Dar Hafizullah , Dar Mudasir Ahmad
Published: July 2024

This desk research-based study delves into the significance of gastronomic tourism in revitalizing the destination image of the Kashmir Valley. By synthesizing existing literature, reports, and online resources, it explores the significance of Kashmiri cuisine in attracting tourists and shaping perceptions of the region. The findings suggest that gastronomic tourism serves as one of the effective tools for destination image recovery by highlighting the culinary richness and cultural heritage of Kashmir. The chapter identified the main factors influencing tourists' gastronomic travel motivations in Kashmir. It emphasizes the importance of gastronomic dimensions of Kashmir, strategic marketing initiatives and culinary tourism development plans in leveraging Kashmiri cuisine to improve destination demand and competitiveness. The chapter concludes with recommendations for tourism stakeholders, policymakers, and practitioners to harness the capability of gastronomic tourism in promoting a positive destination image and attracting a varied range of visitors to the Kashmir Valley.
Memorable Tourism Experiences in the Metaverse Dimension
Authors: Baran Zuleyhan , Baran Hüseyin
Published: July 2024

This study aims to evaluate the concept of virtual space tourism through the lens of “The Climb,” a software initially introduced as both a game and a memorable tourism experience. The primary limitation is the restricted generalizability due to the necessity of purchasing the software and the participants' interest in virtual activities, highlighting the need for broader evaluation with diverse participant pools and new platforms. The significance of this research lies in its potential to inform future developments in virtual space tourism, advocating for longitudinal studies, comparative analyses, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to enhance realism, immersion, and the overall quality of virtual tourism experiences. Ultimately, the study underscores the transformative potential of advanced virtual technologies in creating immersive and memorable tourism experiences, opening new avenues for exploration and engagement in the tourism industry.
Conscious Companies
Authors: Rodríguez Franky Franz Esteban
Published: July 2024

Today, companies are faced with the need to transform their business models to be more sustainable and responsible. It is no longer enough to focus solely on economic profit, but it is necessary to take a more holistic view that also encompasses social and environmental well-being. Companies that succeed in integrating sustainability into their business strategy are laying the foundation for a new paradigm in the markets. The emergence of ‘conscious enterprises' stands out as a transformative driving force. These organizations, committed to sustainability and green business, not only seek financial profitability, but also strive to leave a positive footprint on the world around them. Challenging competition in contemporary markets goes beyond simple business strategy; it involves taking a holistic approach to social and environmental responsibility, which is why conscientious companies recognize that their success is not only measured in terms of revenue and market share, but also by the positive impact they generate on society and the natural environment.
Taylor Swift's Branding Strategy
Authors: Khanal Krishna
Published: July 2024

This chapter explores Taylor Swift's branding strategy through the lens of authenticity, offering insights into the economics of branding in the entertainment industry. The analysis delves into Swift's approach, highlighting the economic significance of authenticity, genuine storytelling, and fan engagement. It discusses Swift's innovative revenue streams while maintaining artistic integrity. The chapter underscores authenticity's enduring relevance in fostering trust, loyalty, and emotional resonance among consumers. Swift's impact on branding economics and authenticity in entertainment is profound, setting new standards for artist-brand partnerships and fan engagement. Future research avenues include exploring authenticity's influence on consumer behavior and brand loyalty across cultural contexts. In conclusion, Swift's branding strategy serves as a compelling case study, offering lessons for building sustainable brands and meaningful consumer relationships in the digital age.
Leveraging Empathy as a Key Asset for Competitive Advantage in Sustainability-Driven Brands
Authors: Garcia Taboada Gabriela Constanza
Published: July 2024

The escalating dangers of climate change and the worsening situation of increasingly at-risk social groups present a multifaceted challenge for brands. In this environment, companies committed to sustainability, continuous improvement, and resilience must prioritize reviewing and professionalizing their storytelling strategies. This chapter introduces the concept of “empathy” as a core organizational value and explores how it can be harnessed to produce authentic narratives. Authentic storytelling, in turn, fosters strong connections and bridges the gap between brands and their audiences. By analyzing and reflecting on the crucial role of this ability, this project aims to contribute to the field of communication. Empathy should be a valued and actively cultivated skill within organizations because by embracing empathy, brands can develop unique competitive advantages through authentic storytelling.
Improving the Use of Land Resources in Tajikistan by Optimizing the Choice of Crops
Authors: Partoev Kurbonali , Mirzoali Safarmadi , Saidaliev Navruz
Published: July 2024

Tajikistan's position in the desert zone, arid climate and mountainous terrain determined the characteristics of its soil cover. The soils mainly belong to the following types: light gray soils, typical gray soils, and mountain carbonate soils. In the Republic of Tajikistan, the total land fund or total land area is 14255.4 thousand hectares, of which 3746.0 thousand hectares are farmland. Over the past 30 years, the state of land resources in the Republic of Tajikistan has deteriorated. The share of irrigated land in relation to the area of ​​agricultural land/arable land decreased from 14.8% to 14.4%; area of ​​arable land per capita – from 0.16 to 0.12 ha/person. The share of agricultural land in relation to the total territory decreased by 1%. At the same time, there are natural limitations on the area of ​​land resources of 3746.0 thousand hectares of farmland. This actualizes the need for their effective and rational use. 90% of the area of ​​rain-fed arable land shows signs of degradation, of which 40% are highly degraded. Additionally, intensive agricultural activities on mountain slopes inevitably lead to soil erosion. They are eroded, which, as the gorges grow, leads to a reduction in the area of ​​arable soil. Slopes up to 250 m high are widely cultivated without anti-corrosion measures.
Unveiling Urban Oasis: Insights From OSM Data on Green Spaces
Authors: Ahmad Munir , Mobo Froilan Delute
Published: July 2024

OpenStreetMap data is a valuable resource for analyzing urban green spaces globally. This study reviews extensive literature showcasing diverse applications of OSM data in understanding green infrastructure distribution, accessibility, and characteristics. Researchers utilize various methodologies including spatial analysis, feature extraction, classification, network analysis, temporal analysis, and integration with other datasets to quantify green infrastructure and assess urban green space quality. OSM data offers substantial opportunities with global coverage, open access, rich attribute information, timeliness, and customizability, enabling nuanced analyses and comparative studies. However, limitations such as data quality variability, inconsistent tagging, and biases in coverage exist, necessitating careful consideration and validation methods. Despite challenges, judicious utilization of OSM data can advance understanding of urban green spaces, aiding evidence-based decision-making in urban planning and environmental management.
Soil Color Characteristics From Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Images and Possible Applications
Authors: Kataev Mikhail Yurievich , Kartashov Evgeny Yurievich , Sorokin Igor Borisovich
Published: July 2024

The development of the production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), their reduction in cost and mass production, and the ability to carry various measuring devices have led to an expansion of the capabilities of remote sensing of agricultural fields. The development of methods for monitoring agricultural fields has led to the emergence of several areas of application of optical devices, which are mostly aimed at studying vegetation. The characteristics of the soil are studied much less frequently, since most of the year it is covered with snow or vegetation, and only in the spring or after plowing does the soil become available for study using unmanned aerial vehicles. In this regard, the authors do not consider ground-based methods for studying soil, since they are well developed and widely known. Therefore, it is necessary to systematically and comprehensively study the application of UAV remote sensing of soil systems that are feasible for analysis. In this article, we review the available literature and present the results of our own research in the field of using UAVs to study the color characteristics of soil. The presented results will be useful for improving the understanding of UAV applications for monitoring soil characteristics.
Algorithm for Using Artificial Intelligence to Monitor Agrogenic and Anthropogenically Disturbed Soils
Authors: Pasko Olga Anatolyevna , Zakharchenko Alexander Viktorovich , Goryachkin Vladimir Nikolaevich , Lebedeva Nadezhda Anatolievna
Published: July 2024

An analysis of the possibilities of using intelligent systems to study the condition of soils was carried out. The use of intelligent systems scheme for studying the condition of soils using the example of agrogenic and anthropogenically disturbed soils is proposed in this chapter. It includes a number of successive stages, containing field research, analysis of results and selection of deciphering features and conditions. This work focuses on the first stages, since they are specific to soil research. Other stages of statistical data processing are unified for a wide variety of objects in different fields of knowledge. They include creating a training sample, calculating statistical indicators and analyzing the decipherability of object properties from training samples, adjustment, segmentation and the use of artificial intelligence to solve average problems in the chosen direction.
Optimizing the Solid Waste Landfill Resource Management Model
Authors: Merkusheva Victoria , Liubarskaia Maria , Klunko Natalia , Regent Tatiana
Published: July 2024

The chapter presents the results of the study related to the solid waste landfill resource management models used in various regions of the world. Studied parameters include usage of land, collection and utilization of landfill gas and control of landfill's negative impact on the environment. The relevance of the study is due to the fact that all over the world, solid waste landfills are among the largest environmental polluters; they have a negative impact not only on the condition of the ground water and surface water and soils of adjacent territories, but also on the efficiency of use of land resources in the region. The authors consider technological and organizational innovations that contribute to this optimization of solid waste landfill management. The drivers of these innovations are both changes in legislation and technologies that are proven, effective from an economic, environmental and social point of view, and available to the landfill staff. Another important factor is the availability of up-to-date and reliable information about all types of resources involved in the operation process. The suggestions developed by the authors make it possible to take into account the dynamics of investments, as well as the inequality of costs and results carried out and received in different periods of time. The results are of interest both to the solid waste landfill staff and to regional and local authorities, as well as to investors and specialists involved in the development of regional waste management infrastructure.
Problems of Formation of Specially Protected Natural Areas in the Arctic Zone of Russia
Authors: Kovyazin Vasily , Bogdanova Elizaveta
Published: July 2024

The chapter discusses the problems of forming specially protected natural areas in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation. Research shows the need to preserve and restore the natural environment, awareness of the importance of environmental protection of nature, especially in the context of economic globalization. As part of the study, data on specially protected natural areas of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation were collected from open sources of information. Data processing and analysis was carried out, which made it possible to determine the current state of the system of specially protected natural areas. The authors identified a number of problems in the system of specially protected natural areas of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation and proposed practical ways to solve them.
Virgin Lands Development in Kazakhstan
Authors: Akhmetova Laila Seysembekovna , Akhmetov Sergey Sergeevich , Aygerim Usembayeva
Published: July 2024

The consequences of the virgin lands development are still felt in the Republic of Kazakhstan. In addition to the environmental burden caused by the expansionary cultivation in the north of the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic (KazSSR), modern Kazakhstan has perceived the social and demographic effects of the all-Union Virgin Land program since the early 1990s. This chapter examines the motives of the Soviet leadership, initiators and opponents of the Virgin Land program (1953-1958), and critically analyzes the plans and implementation based on the experience gained. The impact on economic and social conditions is subjected to historical analysis. Further environmental and demographic results of the program, factors influencing the current soils and agricultural conditions in the Republic of Kazakhstan are reviewed and demonstrated. This allows giving an objective, scientifically based assessment of the Virgin Land program, taking into account multi-vector economic and functional influences.
Evaluation Model of the Teaching Effect of College Physical Education Class Based on Multimedia Feature Extraction Technology and Three-Dimensional Recons
Authors: Hu Wei , Liu Yuanyuan
Published: July 2024

As society progresses, diverse educational techniques are emerging, including the widespread use of multimedia in university disciplines. In physical education (PE), multimedia enhances understanding of abstract concepts, replacing traditional methods and advancing PE. It enables personalized teaching, cultivates learning abilities, and improves physical skills. This study utilizes multimedia feature extraction and 3D body reconstruction to analyze brief sports actions, achieving precise motion analysis. Compared to traditional methods, this approach demonstrates a 15.38% improvement and holds broad applicability.
Forecasting Smart Tourism Visitor Flows Leveraging Big Data Technology Assistance
Authors: Tong Guoqiang
Published: July 2024

This study aims to explore the forecasting effect of smart tourism passenger flow supported by big data technology and improve the intelligence of smart tourism. In view of the differences in tourist traffic due to different times, the tourist traffic data in Xi'an from May 1, 2020, to April 1, 2021 are used as the sample period. Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) is used to build a smart model of the tourism passenger flow prediction. The predictive performance of the constructed model is evaluated and analyzed. The results show that the prediction errors of the model algorithm Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE) and Mean Squared Error (MSE) are 2.22×10^1 and 4.95×10^2, respectively, which are smaller than other algorithms. The error is compared with the actual passenger flow with the highest accuracy. Therefore, the constructed model has high prediction accuracy in predicting and analyzing smart tourism passenger flow, which can provide a reference for the later tourist management and intelligent development of scenic spots.
Knowledge-Based Development and Ventures in Building Coastal Resilience
Authors: Chen Ye-Sho
Published: July 2024

Due to climate change and rapidly increasing challenges of environmental disturbances, building coastal resilience is becoming necessary for coastal communities. Knowledge-based development and ventures are major subjects in the literature of building coastal resilience. However, current literature on the relationship between knowledge-based development and knowledge-based ventures in building coastal resilience is limited. In this paper, the author shows a design methodology of integrating both knowledge-based development and ventures in building coastal resilience. The methodology is grounded in the theories of input-process-output model of strategic entrepreneurship, docility and business incubation, distributed cognition and network effects, and process-centered value generation. The design is put into action to study the experiences of Louisiana in building coastal resilience during and after historical hurricane Katrina.
Bibliometric Analyses of the Impact of Pedagogical Agents on Learning
Authors: Liu Liyan , Yan Shujuan , Deng Xinjie , Yu Zhonggen
Published: July 2024

With the rapid development of artificial intelligence, many applications have emerged, sparking heated discussions across various social sectors, particularly in education. This study aims to delve into the impact of pedagogical agents on learning through a combined use of VOSviewer and CitNetExplorer. Specifically, VOSviewer will facilitate a quantitative analysis, identifying top-cited authors, organizations, countries, co-cited authors, and frequently occurring keywords within the citation network. Meanwhile, CitNetExplorer will undertake a qualitative exploration, anticipated to reveal how visual stereotypes and emotional factors of pedagogical agents substantially impact learners' outcomes. This study lays the groundwork for further investigations into optimizing pedagogical agents' parameters to align with educational goals and promote their integration into instructional practices.
Differential Feature Fusion, Triplet Global Attention, and Web Semantic for Pedestrian Detection
Authors: Tao Sha , Wang Zhenfeng
Published: July 2024

In complex environments and crowded pedestrian scenes, the overlap or loss of local features is a pressing issue. However, existing methods often struggle to strike a balance between eliminating interfering features and establishing feature connections. To address this challenge, we introduce a novel pedestrian detection approach called Differential Feature Fusion under Triplet Global Attention (DFFTGA). This method merges feature maps of the same size from different stages to introduce richer feature information. Specifically, we introduce a pixel-level Triplet Global Attention (TGA) module to enhance feature representation and perceptual range. Additionally, we introduce a Differential Feature Fusion (DFF) module, which optimizes features between similar nodes for filtering. This series of operations helps the model focus more on discriminative features, ultimately improving pedestrian detection performance. Compared to benchmarks, we achieve significant improvements and demonstrate outstanding performance on datasets such as CityPersons and CrowdHuman.
Comparing two different presentations of Takayasu arteritis
Authors: Kurukulasuriya S. A. F. , Munidasa D.
Published: July 2024

Reported here are two Asian patients with Takayasu arteritis (TA) with contrasting presentations and responses to treatment. The first patient was a 53-year-old man who presented with disabling abdominal pain. Imaging revealed thickening of the coeliac axis extending to common hepatic and splenic arteries causing external compression with luminal narrowing. There was uniform thickening of the aortic arch and the wall of the descending aorta along with retroperitoneal fibrosis. Early treatment resulted in almost complete remission in eight weeks. The second patient was a 48-year-old woman with pain down the left upper limb with eventual ischaemia of the fourth finger. Imaging revealed circumferential wall thickening at the origin of the left subclavian artery. Treatment started after 3 weeks of the initial presentation, and took up to 14 months for clinical improvement. The relative rarity of this disease and the heterogeneous nature of its clinical manifestations predispose to late diagnosis and delayed treatment. Clinical suspicion and relevant imaging are crucial for the early and accurate diagnosis and management of patients with TA.
Council of Europe Assembly Recommendation 1100 on the use of human embryos and fetuses in scientific research
Authors: Sgreccia Elio
Published: July 2024

The Assembly of the Council of Europe, at its 40th ordinary session, held on Thursday, Feb. 2, in Strasbourg, approved an important Recommendation, which will take No. 1100, on an extremely sensitive issue, that of the use of human embryos and fetuses in scientific research.
Ospedale: struttura e umanizzazione
Authors: Tresalti Emilio
Published: July 2024

Parlare dell'ospedale oggi in Italia non è facile. La sua collocazione nella legislazione sanitaria vigente potrebbe sembrare abbastanza lineare ma, di fatto, diverse proposte sono state avanzate da più parti per una revisione della sua collocazione nell'ambito del Sistema Sanitario Nazionale (SSN). Pertanto non si può generalizzare eccessivamente o banalizzare ciò che lo riguarda trattandosi di una struttura dinamica che si è modificata nel tempo e che continuamente si modifica, anche in termini di interpretazioni concettuali, nel SSN.
COVID-19 Stigma and Discrimination in a North Indian State: A Concurrent Mixed Method Study
Authors: Kaur Manmeet , Lakshmi P. V. M. , Sharma Abhishek , Purayil Vijin Pandara , Mathur Nandita , Verma Vikas
Published: July 2024

We measured COVID-19-related stigma and discrimination and its drivers using a concurrent mixed-methods design in Punjab. The simple random sampling was used to select blocks, subcenters, and urban primary healthcenters from each of the four selected districts. The systematic random sampling was used to select households. A sample of 423 adults was interviewed using a structured questionnaire and 10 in-depth interviews were conducted using an interview guide. Binary logistic regression was performed to find the predictors. Stigma prevalence was mild 18%, moderate 45%, and severe 37%. Logistic regression indicated that stigma was lower in the rural compared to the urban population (P < 0.01). Hospitalized patients faced discrimination more often compared to those who were treated/quarantined at home. People feared police (71%), testing (69%), and contracting the infection (65%). Fear of screening, disclosure of status, and transmission of the virus were the drivers of stigma and discrimination. Co-occurrence of labeling, stereotyping, and cognitive separation was observed.
Balancing Health-care Privatization in Kerala: The Imperative of Public Sector Intervention
Authors: Sathyan Arsha V.
Published: July 2024

This article addresses the escalating privatization of health-care services in Kerala, an Indian state. While Kerala’s public health-care system has been consistently lauded for its commendable strategy of providing high-quality and affordable health care, recent developments have seen the emergence of large commercial multispecialty hospitals and the integration of private insurance into the public health sector, transforming health care into a profitable industry. This situation underscores the significance of equity, accessibility, and affordability in the health-care sector. Substantial government intervention becomes imperative to curb the increasing involvement of private entities in health-care services.
Incidents of Occupational Ocular Injuries in Industrial Settings: Highlighting the Critical Significance of Protective Eye Gear
Authors: Ta Jhimli , Manade Varsha Vivek , Kotecha Megha Ramnik , Chodvadiya Surbhi A.
Published: July 2024

We present four cases of ocular surface and adnexal appendage injuries resulting from exposure to hazardous materials in various industrial occupations. These injuries occurred due to the absence of protective eye equipment while working. Emphasizing the irrefutable importance of protective eye gear is the aim of this article as it is crucial to mitigate such unfortunate incidents.
“Fitness” of the Urban Middle Class and “Wellness” of the Spa Centers in Delhi
Authors: Mallick Sharmistha
Published: July 2024

This article attempts to explore the notion of “wellness” in relation to the emerging health markets in Delhi. For this study, spa centers are going to be my major focus. How spa centers define and sell wellness? How does the notion of wellness link to the neoliberal economy and laissez-faire nature of the state? Moreover, in present societies how has it emerged as an “ideological normativity” which pathologies those who do not conform to the idea of wellness? Wellness is used in everyday conversation to indicate a healthy balance of mind, body, and emotions. It argues that how wellness as a quality is purportedly being sold through a range of objects and services, from a bottle of shampoo to the complex practice of power yoga. The article examines the spa center as a site and how it models the notions of health and wellness in new ways.
COVID-19-related Fears and Practices among Postnatal Women Availing Services at a Rural Maternity Hospital in South Karnataka
Authors: Regy Minitta Maria , Maria Sr Bridget , Olasa Rani Thomas , Kujur Esha , Johnson Avita Rose , Joseph Merlyn
Published: July 2024

The postnatal period is a critical phase indeed, in which, owing to the pandemic, an added apprehension being the safety and well-being of both, mother and child. This study was mainly done to assess the attitude and practices regarding postnatal care during the Covid-19 pandemic among women availing services at Snehalaya hospital, Solur. It was a hospital based cross- sectional study done among post-natal mothers and data were collected using an interview schedule following sections such as- socio-demographic details, questions assessing the attitudes towards postnatal care during the pandemic followed by questions assessing the practices in the same period. It was found that of the total interviewed, nearly half mothers reported to have a fear of getting infected with Covid-19 and few reported to have a fear of deaths due to Covid-19. Fear of dying from Covid-19 was an evident finding seen more among the gainfully employed and those with bad obstetric history. The socioeconomic status did have a bearing on the perceptions towards the pandemic influence on the maternal and child health during the puerperal period.