bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La mística como relato de resignificación del trauma. Testimonios de sobrevivientes de la Shoah
Authors: Espinosa Arce Juan Pablo ,   Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Published: July 2024

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo realizar una lectura a algunos escritos y testimonios de sobrevivientes del trauma de la Shoah en los cuales se puede reconocer que la cuestión mística, la pregunta por Dios y la espiritualidad judía constituyeron formas de resignificar el trauma que supuso este momento histórico. De esta manera, el artículo se propone instalar la discusión acerca del sentido de lo que se entiende por mística, que no constituye una práctica intimista o desligada de la historia, sino que se buscará mostrar que la mística funciona como espacio desde el cual los sujetos pueden leer, comprender y explicitar formas a través de las cuales pueden dar sentido a los eventos por ellos vividos. Este elemento quiere proponer un renovado diálogo de la Teología, la espiritualidad, con elementos constitutivos de las ciencias humanas, la literatura testimonial y los aportes de los estudios sobre el judaísmo posterior a la Shoah. La estructura del artículo presenta una primera parte en donde se dará cuenta de algunos elementos generales en torno al concepto de mística y a la categoría de trauma desde el psicoanálisis y desde la literatura especializada. Luego, y desde la lectura de textos testimoniales y de reflexiones teóricas, se trabajarán tres ejes temáticos en los cuales se perciben los intentos de resignificar el trauma. Ellos son la cuestión de la teodicea, la ritualidad fúnebre judía y la centralidad de los planteamientos del jasidismo. Finalmente, se ofrecerán las conclusiones del presente estudio.
Vindicación del derecho a la salud en el marco de las obligaciones internacionales progresivas bajo la mirada del Tribunal Constitucional peruano
Authors: Franco García Devora ,   Universidad Católica San Pablo, Tejada Pacheco Claudia , Ortiz Rado Paola
Published: July 2024

En el Sistema Interamericano de Derechos Humanos se han gestado diversas obligaciones internacionales que los Estados deben cumplir para asegurar los niveles mínimos de protección del derecho a la salud. Si bien estos deberes –de carácter general y específico– han sido desarrollados a lo largo de la jurisprudencia emitida por la Corte Interamericana de Derecho Humanos, el problema radica no solo en la dificultad de identificar las obligaciones específicas que emanan del mandato de progresividad en materia de salud, sino también en vigilar su cumplimiento, el cual no se agota con el compromiso contenido en el Protocolo de San Salvador de presentar informes periódicos sobre las medidas progresivas adoptadas a nivel interno. Por ello, es que el presente artículo, a partir de una metodología analítica-jurisprudencial, pretende escudriñar las obligaciones que se derivan de la cláusula de progresividad: asegurar el acceso a sistemas de salud y garantizar que los servicios de salud sean suministrados según los principios de disponibilidad, accesibilidad y calidad. Asimismo, y en vista a que el cumplimiento de estos deberes exige una intervención activa por parte del Estado –cuya realización depende en gran medida del diseño y ejecución de políticas gubernamentales–, también resulta fundamental analizar desde la óptica del Tribunal Constitucional peruano los alcances de la potestad de control y evaluación de las políticas gubernamentales en aplicación del test deferente, en virtud del cual la justicia constitucional se encuentra facultada a ordenar la elaboración o reevaluación de políticas públicas o, incluso, declarar un estado de cosas inconstitucional.
Separate Aspects of the Transformation of Legal Regulation of Contractual Relations Against the Background of Digitalization (on the Example of the People’s Republic of China and the Russian Federation)
Authors: Semenov Viktor V. ,   Associate Professor of the Department of State, Civil and Legal Disciplines of the Ryazan Branch of the Kikot Moscow University
Published: July 2024

Using the example of the development of contractual legal relations in the People’s Republic of China and the Russian Federation, the article shows certain aspects of the transformation of legal regulation and adaptation of civil legislation to the changing realities of economic reality in the context of digitalization. The author comes to the conclusion that there is a gradual adaptation of civil legislation to those processes associated with digitalization, active implementation and use of information technologies. In terms of regulating contractual relations, the People’s Republic of China has gone through a difficult path, which began with the reception of foreign experience. She achieved rationalization of legislation, not only by integrating the 1999 Contract Law, administrative rules, and judicial interpretations into the Civil Code, but also taking into account modern processes of electronic interaction between counterparties. The experience of the PRC may be useful for improving our civil legislation.
The Establishment of Federative Relations in the Russian Federation: Experience, Problems, Development Prospects
Authors: Inalkaeva Kazban S. ,   Head of the Department of Legal Disciplines of the Chechen State Pedagogical University, PhD (Law), Associate Professor
Published: July 2024

The article analyzes the stages of improving federal relations in the Russian Federation. The author states that the improvement of federal relations contributes to the solution of many issues concerning Russian society. It is noted that the federal government and the authorities of the subjects came to a compromise on the issue of interest to them, which was reflected in the formation of the Federation Council — the upper house of the country's parliament, its reforms were analyzed. It is proposed to transfer to the Federation Council the issue of submitting candidates to the regional parliament for the post of head of the region, since in the Russian Federation, characterized by a high degree of centralization of the public administration system and a significant amount of powers belonging to the federal center in relations with the regions, it is the solution of this issue that would be most relevant, as a body of people's representation in the highest echelon of power. It is concluded that the creation of federal districts and the appointment of presidential plenipotentiaries strengthened the vertical of power. The author notes that the most important direction of the federal reform is the restoration of the internal state sovereignty of Russia and the supremacy of federal power.
The Right to Compensation of Harm (Damage) from the Standpoint of Environmental Offenses in the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus
Authors: Yun Larisa V. ,   Associate Professor of the Department of State and Legal Disciplines of the Kazan Branch of the Russian State University of Justice
Published: July 2024

The article examines the problems associated with the right to compensation for harm (damage) caused as a result of an environmental violation. The problems associated with the implementation of the designated environmental law are the difficulty of establishing a cause-and-effect relationship between the harm caused (damage) and obtaining compensation, identifying the circle of entities that could cause harm/damage as a result of their activities, and applying legal liability. The protection of the constitutional environmental rights of Russian citizens from environmental violations should become one of the key tasks for public authorities.
Positive Corruption Combating Experience of Executive Authorities of the Republic of Korea
Authors: Kobets Petr N. ,   Chief Research Scientist of the National Research Institute of the Ministry of the Interior of the Russian Federation
Published: July 2024

Since, as a result of corruption crime, there is an undermining of confidence in the policy of the state, the author studied the experience of the executive authorities of the Republic of Korea responsible for combating corruption. At the beginning of the third millennium, this country was able to demonstrate to the entire world community how, in a fairly short period of time, its executive authorities managed to implement a number of effective state program measures aimed at combating corruption. The publication has been prepared on the basis of a meaningful analysis of scientific papers and other sources that reflect the peculiarities of the experience of the executive authorities of the Republic of Korea in combating corruption. In the course of the study, the author found that various executive authorities operate in the Republic of Korea, the functions of which include mandatory participation in the work to combat corruption. In addition, in this country, among the main directions of the strategy of anti-corruption measures, a special role is given to the mobilization of efforts to combat corruption carried out by government bodies and state institutions. In conclusion, the author concludes that today the Republic of Korea is succeeding in many aspects of the fight against corruption, including due to the effective work of the executive authorities that counteract corruption.
Pemberdayaan Perempuan melalui Pendidikan Islam Progresif Suud Sarim Karimullah: Analisis Strukturalisme dan Implikasinya
Authors: Sugitanata Arif , Hasan Faradila , Kurniawan M. Rafli , Aminah Siti
Published: July 2024

This study aims to explore the role of Progressive Islamic Education in women's empowerment from the perspective of Suud Sarim Karimullah. It employs a qualitative research methodology, focusing on a literature review that includes an analysis of the works of Suud Sarim Karimullah and related literature, such as relevant books and journals, analyzed based on structuralism theory. This study demonstrates that Progressive Islamic Education, which combines fundamental Islamic principles with modern values such as gender equality and human rights, can enhance women's access to quality education. This education not only empowers women in terms of education but also increases their participation in the workforce and political decision-making. Additionally, Progressive Islamic Education helps to overcome social and cultural barriers, as well as gender stereotypes that limit women's roles. By involving the Muslim community, including religious leaders and families, Progressive Islamic Education can foster positive change in society. The impact of women's empowerment through Progressive Islamic Education is evident in the improvement of economic well-being, poverty reduction, and increased social stability. Structuralism analysis shows that Progressive Islamic Education can shape social structures that support change, address patriarchal norms, and promote sustainable gender equality. Therefore, from the perspective of Suud Sarim Karimullah, Progressive Islamic Education is an effective tool for women's empowerment and the development of an inclusive and just society.
Artesanía, industria y una deuda pertinaz
Authors: Aguirre José María
Published: July 2024

En esta porción de historia contemporánea el ser humano ha ido perdiendo progresivamente dos dimensiones relacionales: la primera es aquella que vincula al hombre con el hombre y la segunda, la que implica a ese humano en su contexto espacial y temporal.
Proceso de diseño y artesanía
Authors: Rosellini Fernando
Published: July 2024

En el presente artículo nos proponemos explorar acerca de la noción de artesanía con relación al proceso de diseño, pues se puede pensar a éste como de naturaleza única e irrepetible en cada proyecto.
Effect of Sowing Methods and Row Spacing on Growth, Yield and Economics of Multicut Sorghum and Pearl Millet Hybrids
Authors: Verma Arun ,   School of Agriculture, Abhilashi University, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh
Published: July 2024

A field experiment was conducted at the Research Farm of the School of Agriculture, Abhilashi University, Mandi (H.P.) during Kharif 2022 to study the effect of sowing methods and row spacing on yield and economics of multicut sorghum and pearl millet hybrids. The experiment was laid out in a randomized block design with three replications comprising nine treatments. The results of the study revealed that line sowing of blended seeds of sorghum + pearl millet in 30 cm apart rows resulted in better plant height (cm), shoot number (m-2), dry matter accumulation (g m-2) with the highest total green fodder (24.09 t ha-1) and dry fodder yields (4.37 t ha-1). Line sowing of blended seeds of sorghum + pearl millet in 30 cm apart rows realized the highest net returns of Rs. 30817 ha-1 with net returns per rupee invested of 1.05. Line sowing of pearl millet alone in 30 cm apart rows was found to be comparable with line sowing of blended seeds (sorghum + pearl millet) in 30 cm apart rows, which was the next best treatment.
Effect of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench)
Authors: Meena D. C. ,   Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jagatpura, Jaipur-302017 (Rajasthan)
Published: July 2024

The study, conducted at the Agricultural Research Farm, School of Agriculture, S.G.V.U., Jaipur (Rajasthan) during the Rabi season of 2022-23, examined the impact of organic and inorganic fertilizers on the growth, yield, and quality of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench). Using a Randomized Block Design (RBD) with 13 treatment combinations, including control and various mixes of fertilizers with organic amendments like farmyard manure, vermicompost, poultry manure, neem cake, and biofertilizers, the research found that treatment T5 (75% RDF + 25% N through Vermicompost) had a notable impact on vegetative development, yield, and quality indices, also showing the highest benefit-to-cost ratio of 2.26 compared to the control group's 1.14. The combined application of organic and inorganic fertilizers significantly improved Okra's growth, yield, and quality, with T5 demonstrating the best performance in plant height, fruit yield, and quality traits like ascorbic acid and sugar content, highlighting its potential for sustainable and profitable okra production and the benefits of integrating organic manures with inorganic fertilizers for enhancing crop productivity and soil health.
Absolute Growth Rate (AGR) - A Statistical Tool for Body Weight and Age Calculation in Large White Yorkshire Pigs
Authors: K. Archana ,   Adhiyamaan College of Agriculture and Research, (ACAR) Athimugam, Tamil Nadu
Published: July 2024

This study provides crucial insights into the growth performance of Large White Yorkshire (LWY) pigs in the North-Eastern Agro-Climatic Zone of Tamil Nadu, which is essential for optimizing breeding and management practices. Growth performance data were collected over six years at the Pig Breeding Unit, Post Graduate Research Institute in Animal Sciences (PGRIAS), Kattupakkam. Information on pedigree, sex, growth performance, and disposal weights from 2011 to 2016 was utilized for this study. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS to determine the Absolute Growth Rate (AGR). The overall AGR measures for the age intervals from birth to 56 days, 56 to 120 days, 120 to 180 days, and 180 to 240 days were 118.77 ± 0.75 g/day, 268.80 ± 2.24 g/day, 270.93 ± 2.75 g/day, and 385.98 ± 7.19 g/day, respectively. The maximum AGR (412.57 ± 9.92 g/day) was found during the post-weaning growth period, while the minimum AGR (114.87 ± 1.73 g/day) occurred during the pre-weaning growth period. These insights can lead to better resource allocation, improved animal welfare, and increased economic returns in pig farming.
Advances in understanding pig nutritional requirements and metabolism
Authors: van Barneveld Robert ,   SunPork Group, Hewitt Robert J. E. , D'Souza Darryl N. ,   SunPork Group,   SunPork Group
Published: July 2024

This chapter focuses on the advances in understanding pig nutritional requirements and metabolism. The authors begin by outlining optimising sow nutrition throughout gestation and lactation, covering the management of gilt weight on herd entry, nutrition to prevent sow lameness, minimising variation in nutrient intake during gestation, the transition from gestation to lactation, maintaining body weight during lactation, and nutritional interventions to improve productivity of the gilt, sow and litter. They then discuss reducing variation in pig production systems, and the strategic use of metabolic modifiers and other modes of growth promotion. The authors next examine matching nutrient requirements to diet specifications, covering the rapid measurement of nutritional quality, updated information on nutritional requirements, and water requirements for pigs. They then describe optimising the utilisation of co-products, as well as gut health, nutrient utilisation capacity and health interactions. Finally future trends in the field of nutritional requirements are considered.
Modelling feed requirements for pigs to optimize feed efficiency
Authors: Gaillard Charlotte ,   Institut Agro, Brossard Ludovic , Garcia-Launay Florence , van Milgen Jaap ,   Institut Agro,   Institut Agro,   Institut Agro
Published: July 2024

To ensure sustainable pig production in terms of cost and environmental impact, it is essential to focus on enhancing feed efficiency. This necessitates a precise understanding of the nutrient requirements of both sows and growing pigs, enabling the development of tailored feeding strategies to optimize their performance. In this chapter, various modeling approaches are discussed, which have been designed to predict the nutrient requirements of individual sows or growing pigs. These models take into account factors such as protein/amino acids, energy, minerals, as well as the characteristics of the animal, the feed, and the environmental conditions. The chapter emphasizes the importance of incorporating individual variability among animals into pig feeding models, which can be applied in precision feeding. Furthermore, a case study is presented to illustrate the practical relevance of these models in improving feed efficiency for gestating sows.
Developing alternative sources of protein in pig nutrition: insects
Authors: DiGiacomo Kristy ,   The University of Melbourne
Published: July 2024

Over the past 50 years, global pig production has quadrupled and is predicted to continue to rise. Combined with a changing climate, the pig production industry needs to adopt new feed sources and production systems to remain efficient and sustainable. This chapter reviews the current state of insect production for pig feed globally and highlights challenges and knowledge gaps. The author begins by exploring the nutritional, economic, and environmental benefits of using insects as feed. They then describe the current state of insect production, production and health responses in pigs, and insects' economic and environmental potential as waste consumers. Next the author considers current research into insects as antimicrobials and life cycle assessments on their rearing. Following this, they consider future research, such as alternative insect species, insect welfare, COVID-19's impact on production, and workplace constraints. Finally, the author tackles the challenges to insect production.
Enhancing gender equality in agroforestry systems
Authors: Elias Marlène ,   Bioversity International, Adeyiga Gloria , Simelton Elisabeth , Ivanova Yovita , Paez Valencia Ana Maria ,   Bangor University,   Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency,   Bioversity International,   Bioversity International
Published: July 2024

Practiced by rural smallholders globally, agroforestry holds great promise for rural livelihoods, climate action, restoration, biodiversity conservation, and other socio-economic and environmental goals. Yet, agroforestry systems embed significant gender differences and inequalities that hinder the achievement of these goals. In this chapter, the authors explore the nexus of gender and agroforestry to unpack how gender shapes agroforestry systems, and how these systems (re)produce gender inequalities. To support this analysis, they draw on two frameworks – the Gender at Work framework, and the Reach-Benefit-Empower-Transform framework – to understand (1) gender transformative change in and through agroforestry, and (2) a range of programmatic approaches for working with gender to support this change. To bring the discussion to life, they draw on examples of agroforestry projects that have intentionally addressed gender relations and examine how they have fared. In so doing, they highlight entry points for agroforestry interventions to promote greater equality
El concepto de historia en los primeros ensayos de José Revueltas [1938-1950]
Authors: Ortega Esquivel Aureliano
Published: July 2024

Este articulo emprende el examen crítico de un conjunto de conceptos e ideas que se gestan en el trabajo de escritura de una serie de ensayos publicados entre 1938 y 1950 en los que José Revueltas aborda el conjunto de la historia mexicana. Se expone que en los textos de juventud referidos a la historia de México, Revueltas despliega una operación intelectual compleja en la que se encuentra una crítica constructiva al materialismo histórico en sus versiones clásica y dogmática; que el desarrollo ciertamente vacilante e incompleto de conceptos y categorías que desde siempre han figurado en el núcleo la tradición marxista son objeto de desplazamientos semánticos y de variantes discursivas necesarias y oportunas, lo que representa una aportación sugerente y original de Revueltas al pensamiento crítico en México.
On the Measurement of io_uring Performance: a Strategy and Experience in the Envoy Service Mesh
Authors: Martínez Luca Octavio , Gutierrez Raúl , Cernuzzi Luca
Published: July 2024

A growing number of projects from various areas have recently incorporated support for io_uring, a novel technique to reduce system calls and accelerate processing capabilities in network services. This new approach promises to yield benefits within the context of modern infrastructure patterns, such as those embracing the service mesh paradigm. Among these projects, Envoy Proxy has been in the process of gaining io_uring support. An initial experimental trial using Envoy with io_uring reports a 10% increase in bandwidth along with a 10% reduction in latency. Unfortunately there is scarce companion data to support the results and the corresponding communication protocols that were used, all of which would have been quite useful to facilitate the reproducibility of these experiences. Therefore, the main contribution of the present study aims to measure and systematise the impact of io_uring in an Envoy-based service mesh using our proposed matrix of operations and protocols. We have also designed a measurement strategy which is composed of key metrics to assess the impact of io_uring. Our test results show improvements reducing latency and increasing bandwidth. More specifically, for HTTP/1 the obtained results are on par with the initial claims whereas for HTTP/2 they are better than the previous study.
Beyond Security: Understanding the Multiple Impacts of Security Smells for Microservices
Authors: Ponce Mella Francisco Leonardo , Soldani Jacopo , Taramasco Carla , Astudillo Hernán , Brogi Antonio
Published: July 2024

Microservices gained momentum in enterprise IT, as they enable building cloud-native applications. At the same time, they come with new security challenges, including security smells, viz., symptoms of bad (though often unintentional) design decisions that might affect application security. This study aims to explore the impacts of microservice security smells –and of the refactorings known to mitigate their effects– beyond security. In particular, we systematically elicit possible impacts of smells and refactorings on applications’ maintainability, performance efficiency, and adherence to microservices’ key design principles. We then validate the elicited impacts through an online survey targeting experienced practitioners and researchers. Our main contributions include 35 validated impacts and a discussion of the survey results geared towards analyzing the (mis)alignment between practitioners and researchers. Finally, we also provide a holistic view of these impacts, through Softgoal Interdependency Graphs (SIGs).
Diversity of Gastropods in The Mangrove Forest Area of Ujung Kulon National Park
Authors: Widyasari Siti Fauziah , Wahyuni Indria , Usman Usman
Published: July 2024

Various kinds of reseources in coastal areas are very important for us to maintain sustainability. We can find coastal area with varios kinds of ecosystems in Ujung Kulon National Park. This study aims to determine the diversity of gastropods in the mangrove forest area of Ujung Kulon National Park. Sampling used the line transect method and the purposive sampling method with low tide conditions. Sampling was carried out at three stations which are divided into three transects at each station. The transect line was drawn along 50 m with each transect made 5 plots with a size 1 x 1 m2 with a distance between plots of 10 m. This research was held in May-June 2021. The data analysis includes the index values of diversity, dominance, evenness, and abundance. The results of the gastropod obtained consist of 20 species from 7 different families so that diversity index value were included in the medium category with the highest diversity index value owned by station 1 with a diversity index value of 2,03 and the lowest diversity index value owned by station 3 with a value of 1,56. The gastropod abundance index value has an average value of 273 ind/m2.
Analysis of Nanobubbles (NBs) Technology and Foliar Fertilization on the Growth of Phalaenopsis sp. Orchid
Authors: Puspa Andria , Rahayu Tintrim , Jayanti Gatra Ervi
Published: July 2024

Plants need nutrients which are then provided through fertilizers, but this can cause long-term problems due to limited absorption by plants so recently implemented NBs technology that can help reduce environmental pollution. This study aimed to determine the effect of NBsO2, NBsH2, NBsCO2, NBsN2 and, NBsO3 on the growth of Phalaenopsis sp. orchid plants. The research method was a complete randomized design (RAL) with 7 treatments (control without application of fertilizer and NBs, foliar fertilizer, NBsO2, NBsH2, NBsCO2, NBsN2, NBsO3) and 4 repeats. NBs were made using a nanogenerator with a flow of 5 liters/ minute and induced for 15 minutes. The data analysis used is the Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANNOVA) test. The control and NBs treatments were given by dropping 5 ml on each orchid plant. The results showed that leaf length, number of leaves, plant weight and number of plant roots NBsN2 treatment had the best effect, while on root length, NBs O2 treatment had a better effect than other treatments. The application of foliar fertilizer is less effective to meet plant growth needs. At the same time, NBs are more effective because they are very small making it easier for plants to absorb.
Analysis of Green Hospital Implementation in the Integrated Emergency Room Building Construction Project of RSUD K.R.M.T Wongsonegoro Semarang Based on Green Construction Site Index
Authors: Firmawan Ferry , Purwanto Purwanto , Rahmawati Diah
Published: July 2024

Construction activities have positive and negative impacts, one of the negative impacts is the generation of construction waste. As construction projects develop, waste generation also increases. As an effort to realize the concept of sustainable development in the health sector, the Directorate General of Health Services issued Guidelines for Environmentally Friendly Hospital (Green Hospital) in 2018. However, these guidelines do not contain guidelines for the implementation aspects of building construction. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to identify the factors, criteria, and indicators in the preparation of instruments for assessing aspects of the implementation of Green Hospital construction, and to analyze the results of the assessment. This research is qualitative using descriptive analysis method. The research results obtained 50 factors, 10 criteria and 3 indicators arranged in an assessment instrument called "The Construction Implementation on Eco Green Hospital Development". Analysis of the assessment results on the Phase I Integrated Emergency Room Building Construction Project of the K.R.M.T Wongsonegoro Semarang Hospital shows that the Green Construction Project Policy indicator with 4 factors out of 15 factors has been met, the Environmental Performance Management indicator with 4 factors meets out of 15 factors, and the Construction Waste Management indicator with 9 factors out of 20 factors has been met.
Muscle activity increased after co-contraction resistance training, but it was unrelated to the rating of perceived exertion in older adults
Authors: Villalba Marina M. , Fujita Rafael A. , Bedo Bruno L. S. , Faria Júlia O. , Moraes Renato , Gomes Matheus M.
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND: Evaluating exercise intensity is crucial for designing effective training programs and monitoring progress. The Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale, a subjective measure of effort, is commonly used for estimating exercise intensity. However, its applicability in specific conditions and populations, particularly in co-contraction training and older individuals, warrants further investigation.
AIM: Our main aim was to analyze the correlation between RPE and electromyographic (EMG) activity in co-contraction and conventional resistance training. We also compared muscle activity and RPE across training methods.
METHOD: Twenty-three older adults were allocated and divided into conventional resistance training (CRT) and co-contraction training (CCT). EMG activity and RPE were recorded for knee extension and flexion movement and knee co-contraction during training sets and correlated before and after eight weeks of training.
RESULTS: The results indicated no significant correlation between EMG activity and RPE for either training method. Additionally, EMG analysis showed higher EMG activity in the CRT than in the CCT. On the other hand, CCT demonstrated an increase in EMG activity after eight weeks of training.
CONCLUSION: In conclusion, RPE did not correlate with EMG activity, highlighting the need for finding accessible tools to assess exercise intensity, particularly in older people, and alternative training methods, such as co-contraction training.
The Evolution of Hunting Strategies in Tyrannosaurus rex: Analyzing Bite Force and Predatory Behavior
Authors: Hu Tyler
Published: July 2024

This literature review aims to gain a deeper understanding of the anatomy behind the jaw strength of Tyrannosaurus rex and analyze how these features contribute to its predatory behavior. This review will examine various studies and fossil excavations, exploring ideas such as the bite force of T. rex and its variations across different life stages. This will be obtained from numerous biomechanical models of both juvenile and adult Tyrannosaurus rex, as well as reference animals and dinosaurs for comparison. To provide additional information behind T. rex’s hunting techniques, we will also discuss the fauna of herbivorous dinosaurs that were part of T. rex’s diet. Furthermore, we will explore how mandibular stress concentration can vary between ages, a crucial topic in determining what T. rex could consume at certain stages of its life. Finally, we obtain a well-evidenced analysis of the various aspects of Tyrannosaurus rex’s hunting strategies throughout its lifetime.
The effect of economic development, income inequality and banking sector development on environmental quality: Empirical evidence in Indonesia
Authors: Irene Jenni , Septianto Fadli , Christanti Rossalina , Trinarningsih Wahyu
Published: July 2024

Our research explores how government expenditure, inequality, and bank lending could impact environmental quality. We assess the quality of the environment by utilizing the Environmental Quality Index, as supplied by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry. We use annual regional-level data from 2012 to 2021 gathered from the Indonesia Statistics Bureau (Badan Pusat Statistik-BPS), Bank Indonesia, and the environment reports of Indonesia provided by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry. Our final sample consists of 34 provinces across Indonesia. We use the human development index, the Indonesia democracy index, and the Gini index provided by the Indonesia Statistics Bureau to measure inequality. We use regional-level bank loan data provided by Bank Indonesia to measure bank lending. Lastly, we measure government expenditure using regional government expenditure data. This study uses the random effect model to estimate the empirical model. Hausman test is conducted to determine which model is appropriate between the fix and random effect models. These results imply that banking sector development, economic development proxied by government expenditure, and inequality proxied by the human development index and Indonesia democratic index negatively impact the environmental quality. Derived from the findings of the regression test, the overall expenditure at the regional level demonstrates a detrimental effect on environmental health. This is evident in the developmental trajectory of the state government, which has yet to be oriented towards environmental concerns. This is also supported by the results of subsample tests, which show that this linkage significantly affects regions with high inequality.
Independent directors and profitability: Evidence from Indonesia
Authors: Rachmadi Erfan , Saktiawan Bimo
Published: July 2024

The primary response to this issue was to introduce and strengthen the role of independent directors in the board of directors. Independent directors aim to improve the quality of corporate governance by ensuring adequate management supervision so that stakeholders and shareholders can be well looked after. This article examines independent directors' influence on company profitability in Indonesia. The data used in this research comes from 90 companies in Indonesia from 2013 to 2022. We use panel data regression analysis as a method to measure the influence of independent directors on profitability. We find that independent directors have a significant favorable influence on company profitability. These findings support the hypothesis that the presence of independent directors can improve company performance through effective monitoring and objective decision-making. In addition, these results show that good corporate governance practices, namely practices involving independent directors, are an essential factor in increasing company profitability in Indonesia.
Los enigmas del carbono y la evolución de sus polimorfos hacia aplicaciones del futuro
Authors: García García Alejandra
Published: July 2024

Este artículo explora las nanoestructuras de carbono y los enigmas que han ocultado a lo largo de los siglos. Se examinan los diversos polimorfos del carbono y cómo su presencia ha influido en las propiedades de materiales como el acero desde tiempos antiguos. Además, se destacan las posibles aplicaciones futuras de las nanoestructuras de carbono y la importancia de los estudios continuos en este campo.
Debatiendo el futuro: UNESCO organiza el segundo foro mundial sobre ética en la inteligencia artificial
Authors: Lizárraga Tavares Frida Sofía
Published: July 2024

El segundo Foro Global sobre la Ética de la Inteligencia Artificial 2024, organizado por la UNESCO, se llevó a cabo en Kranj, Eslovenia. Este evento congregó a expertos de diversos sectores para discutir el uso ético de la inteligencia artificial (IA). Se destacaron iniciativas como la Red de Expertos en Ética de la IA sin Fronteras, centradas en fomentar políticas que promuevan la equidad y la no discriminación. Estos foros son esenciales para guiar el desarrollo ético y sostenible de la IA.
En rosa por la concientización: factores de riesgo del cáncer de mama
Authors: González Rentería Anett Giselle , Reyes Díaz Abib Adriana
Published: July 2024

El cáncer de mama es el tumor maligno más frecuente globalmente, que afecta mayormente a mujeres. Factores demográficos, reproductivos, hormonales, hereditarios y relacionados con el estilo de vida influyen en el riesgo de desarrollar la enfermedad. La prevención y la detección temprana son cruciales, destacando la importancia de la autoexploración y pruebas como la mamografía. Un estilo de vida saludable, la lactancia materna y el conocimiento de los factores de riesgo son clave en la lucha contra el cáncer de mama.
El sentido de la maternidad en la sociedad mexicana actual
Authors: Montejo Dávila Flor Minerva
Published: July 2024

Investigadores evaluaron la evolución de la percepción de la maternidad, destacando su transformación debido a la participación laboral de las mujeres. Se presenta un estudio en México utilizando la "Escala de Creencias sobre la Maternidad (MBS)", en el que se evaluó a 6,507 voluntarios de diversas edades y características. Los resultados indican que, aunque la maternidad no se considera actualmente el sentido de vida principal, sigue siendo prioritaria en ciertos sectores de la población. Se concluye resaltando la importancia de desarrollar escalas más precisas para comprender mejor el impacto de la maternidad en la sociedad moderna y apoyar a las mujeres en este aspecto.
Estrés académico, aliado de la procrastinación cibérnética
Authors: Pantoja Medrano Ashley Naomi
Published: July 2024

El avance tecnológico ha revolucionado la vida diaria, siendo una herramienta valiosa tanto en la educación como en el entretenimiento. Sin embargo, el uso descontrolado ha dado origen a la procrastinación cibernética, donde los dispositivos se emplean para actividades no relacionadas con el aprendizaje, lo que afecta negativamente el rendimiento académico, especialmente en el ámbito universitario. Se ha observado una relación directa entre el estrés académico y la fatiga, lo que conduce a la ciberholgazanía; por otro lado, un alto nivel de autocontrol contrarresta este efecto. Por ello es crucial promover un uso consciente de la tecnología para potenciar el desarrollo académico, fomentando la responsabilidad y estableciendo límites saludables en su uso.
Exploring Weak Gravitational Lensing Effects by a Regular Black Hole
Authors: Durrani A. K. , Ramadhan H. S.
Published: July 2024

Gravitational lensing is one of the physical consequences of Einstein’s general theory of relativity, which has been observationally confirmed. This work aims to study the weak gravitational lensing scenario where the lens is a spherically symmetric, charged-nonsingular black hole that asymptotically behaves as the Reissner-Nordström (RN). The difference exists in the higher-order expansion. Therefore, the metric function of the regular charged black hole is expanded up to the fourth order, and the deflection angle is calculated. The thin lens equation is used, leading to five images: two imaginary and three real images. The exact positions of the images and magnification properties are calculated by providing the physical parameters such as mass, charge, and distances. Our calculation shows that the third image position shifted away from the optical axis. The formalism is applied to the case of a supermassive black hole located at the center of our galaxy with the assumption that it has an electric charge.
STUDI ALIRAN 3-D NEAR ENDWALL PADA INTERAKSI AIRFOIL DAN PLAT DATAR
Authors: Rachman Arfidian , Yuana Dewi Arfita , Effendi Asnal
Published: July 2024

Kajian-kajian mengenai keberadaan struktur aliran sekunder ini didasarkan pada efek munculnya aliran sekunder didalam konfigurasi wing-body pada pesawat terbang, yaitu adanya wingtip-vortex pada tip region dan terciptanya beberapa unsur aliran vortex pada daerah sambungan (endwall region), keduanya bersama-sama akan menyebabkan blockage aliran utama. Adanya efek blockage ini akan mempengaruhi karakteristik aerodinamis lift dan drag, dimana hal ini secara langsung berpengaruh terhadap efektifitas dan efisiensi wing. Pada daerah endwall fenomena yang bisa diamati adalah terjadinya pergeseran posisi saddle point menuju pressure side. Sedangkan dari kontur isobar ditemukan pergerakan titik minimum pressure pada upper surface semakin mendekati leading edge, dan area maximum pressure pada lower surface bergerak menuju ke pressure side. Penelitian yang akan dilakukan dengan eksperimental pada sebuah variasi geometri wing yang dimodelkan pada flat plate dengan variasi angle of attack (α) = 0o. Hasil yang akan didapat berupa isobar contour pada endwall dan body serta flow visualization pada endwall dan body.
Defining degradability landscape of protein degraders
Authors: Elemento Olivier , Du Wei
Published: July 2024

Targeted protein degradation (TPD) is an emerging therapeutic modality. But how degradation efficacy is jointly determined by factors underlying this multi-step process is poorly understood. Here we present a succinct quantitative framework for modeling cellular mechanism of action of protein degraders, allowing for prediction of their cellular efficacy with practically obtainable parameters. Applying this model to published data on 41 different targets revealed a universal range of degradation rate around 1 min-1, which reflected the efficiency characteristic of TPD process. To provide a holistic characterization of degradation propensity of a target of interest, we define “degradability landscape”, and showed how it’s influenced by key factors. For kinase targets, we further quantified functional inhibition that enabled direct comparison between degrader and small molecule inhibitors. From above analysis, we derived several general guidelines for achieving potent degradation and proposed significant development opportunities of protein degraders from advantageous efficacy aspect.
Automatic diabetic retinopathy detection in fundus images using Multi-level fire hawk convolution neural network
Authors: Tomar Mohit Singh , Jhapate Arun Kumar , Dronawat Ruchi , Chaure Rupali , Jhapate Monika
Published: July 2024

Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) occurs as a result of Diabetes mellitus over an extended period, and it is a microvascular disorder. People with diabetes are more likely to develop diabetes-related complications. According to the World Health Organization, there were 285 million people with diabetes in 2010, and this number will rise to 439 million by 2030. The number of people with DR with vision-threatening disease approximates one-fourth of the total number. Early detection and classification of DR are essential to maintaining the patient's vision. Thus, in this work, we have proposed a multilevel fire hawk convolution neural network (MLFHCNN)-based technique for DR detection. Initially, the retinal fundus images are collected from the dataset and preprocessed using image enhancement and illumination correction. Following preprocessing, the images are segmented using enhanced UNet. After segmentation, the segmented image is classified using the MLFHCNN. The CNN classifier is optimized using Fire Hawk Optimizer (FHO) Optimizer, which allows us to detect both the structure and hyperparameters of CNN simultaneously. For the evaluation of this proposed method, the retinal fundus multi-disease image dataset (IDRiD) is used. Python is used to implement the proposed method.
Wafer-Scale Integration of Freestanding Photonic Deviceswith Color Centers in Silicon Carbide
Authors: Majety Sridhar , Norman Victoria , Saha Pranta , Rubin Alex , Dhuey Scott , Radulaski Marina
Published: July 2024

Color center platforms have been at the forefront of quantum nanophotonics forapplications in quantum networking, computing, and sensing. However, large-scaledeployment of this technology has been stifled by a lack of ability to integrate photonicdevices at scale while maintaining the properties of quantum emitters. We address thischallenge in silicon carbide which has both commercially available wafer-scale substratesand is a host to color centers with desirable optical and spin properties. Using ionbeam etching at an angle, we develop a 5-inch wafer process for the fabrication oftriangular cross-section photonic devices in bulk 4H-SiC. The developed process has avariability in etch rate and etch angle of 5.4% and 2.9%, respectively. Furthermore, theintegrated color centers maintain their optical properties after the etch, thus achievingthe nanofabrication goal of wafer-scale nanofabrication in quantum-grade silicon carbide.
Proactivity, Rolefulness, and School Maladjustment: A Longitudinal Study of Japanese High School Students
Authors: Suzuki Mikie , Kato Daiki , Sakai Makiko , Asai Keigo
Published: July 2024

Utilizing longitudinal data, this study examined the relationship between rolefulness, proactivity, and school maladjustment and how these factors interrelate over time among high school students in Japan. The results indicated that a proactive personality mediates satisfaction with social roles and decreases school maladjustment. Additionally, social rolefulness mediates proactivity and reduces maladjustment symptoms. These findings suggest that students who actively seek roles in their school environment and derive satisfaction from them are less likely to experience maladjustments. Moreover, positive role experiences may foster proactive traits and reduce school maladjustment. This study examined the impact of school maladjustment and emphasized the importance of rolefulness and having a proactive personality as protective factors against students’ school maladjustment. Further qualitative and longitudinal studies across diverse contexts are recommended to deepen the understanding and develop effective interventions to reduce maladjustment and suicide among youth.
Risk of stroke for AMI treated with temporary mechanical circulatory support: ten-year data from National Inpatient Sample
Authors: Wu Jing , Li Chenguang , Xu Zheng , Wang Baoguo , Zhang Mingyou
Published: July 2024

Objectives
The aim of this study was to assess the risk of stroke for temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS) device treated acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
Background
Data are limited regarding risk of stroke for temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS) device treated acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
Methods
The national inpatient sample database was analyzed to identify adults who were hospitalized for AMI between 2012 and 2021, hospitalizations were grouped based on the temporary mechanical circulatory support device.
Study design
In the final cohort, there are 8,272,163 (96.0%) weighted hospitalizations treated without tMCS, 265,870 (3.1%) with Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) alone, 59,240 (0.7%) with Impella alone, and 16,225 (0.2%) with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) used during the hospitalization.
ResultsThe overall stroke rates for patients who treated without tMCS, IABP alone, Impella alone, and ECMO group were 3.41%, 3.46%, 4.51%, and 13.34% respectively. Specifically, the rates of ischemic stroke for these groups were 2.95%, 3.12%, 3.96% and 10.11% respectively. The rates for hemorrhagic stroke were 0.68%, 0.55%, 0.81%, and 4.90% for the same groups. In the stepwise forward Cox regression analysis, the adjusted OR (aOR) of ECMO use for overall stroke was 3.04 (95%CI [2.66-3.48]), followed by Impella only use with an aOR of 1.79 (95%CI [1.61-2.00]), and atrial fibrillation (aOR 1.34, 95%CI [1.31-1.38]). The subgroup analysis revealed that hospitalization with age younger than 50 years old, those without hypertension, and those presented with ST-elevation myocardial infarction are at particularly high risk of stroke for ECMO treated AMI.
Conclusion This ten years AMI hospitalizations analysis revealed that ECMO and Impella treatment associated with increased risk of both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Particularly for those younger than 50, those without hypertension, and those presented with ST-elevation myocardial infarction. However, treatment with IABP alone does not increase the risk of stroke.