bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Implementation of the telemetric integration of the BIM-RFID in context of access control
Authors: Borkowski Andrzej , Brożyna Jakub , Lesiuk Julia
Published: April 2024

Building Information Modelling (BIM) integration with the Internet of Things (IoT) is progressing. The high level of BIM maturity involves using sensor data to manage processes or objects. The article presents the process of creating a telemetry connection between the BIM model and a Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) sensor in the context of gaining access to various parts of a building. The concept of a digital twin and its relationship with IoT sensor systems are described in the paper. Furthermore, the process of creating connection using an experimental set based on a microcontroller board for RFID reader support is described. Programming of the set was carried out using multiple programming languages with the utilization of artificial intelligence. The article presents a unique process of connecting an RFID reader with BIM using a simple model that can be replicated in other contexts. The article highlights the limitations and possibilities for further development of such a connection.
Cultivating Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Approaches to Social and Emotional Learning for Students with or At-risk for Emotional and Behavioral Dis/abilities
Authors: Theodore Sharder , Romano Lindsay , Young Fanica , Moise Danica , Wilder Tahnee
Published: April 2024

School policies are largely driven by perceptions and expectations for how students should behave academically and socially, yet these practices often lack the cultural relevance and sustainability required to support racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse (RELD) students with or at risk for emotional and behavioral dis/orders (EBD). Similarly, many evidence-based practices for behavior do not consider internalizing behaviors (e.g., anxiety, toxic stress), exemplifying a critical need for equitable practices aimed at supporting the prosocial and emotional needs of RELD students with or at risk for EBD. Given the multifaceted social, emotional, and behavioral needs of RELD students with or at risk for EBD, social and emotional learning (SEL) practices are most effective when implemented through a culturally responsive-sustaining lens. Thus, this paper examines how the pervasive inequities within special education praxis can be mediated through culturally responsive-sustaining SEL practices. Using the tenets of dis/ability critical race theory (DisCrit), we first problematize the current approaches to SEL curricula and address how they contribute to the pathologization of RELD students with or at risk for EBD. We then provide evidence-based recommendations for school leaders and practitioners to embed culturally responsive-sustaining pedagogy within SEL instruction.
“Don’t Call on Me!”: Mediating Preservice Elementary Teachers’ Mathematics Anxiety in a Problem-Based Classroom
Authors: Griffin David
Published: April 2024

This paper examines various approaches to evaluating the classroom teacher and discusses the inclusion of dispositions in the evaluation process. A random sample of 150 teachers were asked to complete an online survey focusing on the inclusion of dispositions in their formal evaluations. They were asked to report what specific dispositions were evaluated, and if the specific dispositions were operationally defined. A summary of their responses to the survey items is discussed.
Software Reliability Analysis by Using the Bidirectional Attention Based Zeiler-Fergus Convolutional Neural Network
Authors: Sudharson Dorai Samy , Gomathi Ramalingam , Selvam Lakshmanan
Published: April 2024

Software quality assurance relies heavily on software reliability as one of its primary metrics. Numerous studies have been conducted to identify the software reliability. Improved software dependability may be studied using a triangular approach that includes software modeling, measurement, and improvement. Each of these steps is critical to the development of a solid software system. Improved accuracy in calculating dependability is critical to managing the quality of software. It has been discovered that deep learning algorithms are excellent methods of assessing many aspects of software dependability. Software systems contain distinct characteristics that can be addressed using deep learning techniques. In this study, a deep-learning-based bidirectional attention-based Zeiler-Fergus convolutional neural network (BA-ZFCNN) technique has been suggested to assess software dependability. In the beginning, the data were standardized by using the scalable error splash method. This approach was then used to extract the software fault-related characteristics using hypertuned evolutionary salp swarm optimization (HESSO). Finally, the Zeiler-Fergus convolutional neural network based on bidirectional attention (BA-ZFCNN) may be used to assess software dependability. The suggested method is used to forecast how many defects or failures there are in a software product. AR1 software defect data is widely used to test the effectiveness of deep learning and traditional machine learning methods. The experimental results reveal that the proposed methods accuracy (96.7%) is higher than the current techniques accuracy.
Multiplex analysis of post-Covid cardiorenal complications in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus according to the mobile diagnostic and treatment center (Diamobil)
Authors: Vikulova O. К. , Zheleznyakova A. V. , Serkov A. A. , Isakov M. A. , Vagapova G. R. , Valeeva F. V. , Trubicina N. P. , Melnikova O. G. , Aleksandrova V. K. , Smirnova N. B. , Egorova D. N. , Artemova E. V. , Sorokina K. V. , Shestakova M. V. , Mokrysheva N. G. , Dedov I. I.
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND: Patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) are at risk for a higher incidence and severity of COVID-19, as well as its adverse outcomes, including post-Covid syndrome.

AIM: to assess the incidence of cardiorenal complications in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes (T1DM/T2DM) who have had COVID-19, and to analyze the structure and severity of disorders according to examination data at the Diamobil mobile medical diagnostic and treatment center.

MATERIALS AND METHODS: a cohort of T1DM and T2DM patients examined in Diamobil (n=318), with a confirmed anamnesis of COVID-19 (n=236). The time interval between COVID-19 and the visit to Diamobil was 8.7/8.2 months for T1DM/T2DM. The parameters of the last visit before COVID-19 recorded in the Federal Register of Diabetes (FRD) were used as initial data.

RESULTS: Clinical characteristics of patients with T1DM/T2DM: age — 49.2/64.5 years, duration of DM — 22/11 years, proportion of women — 64/73%, respectively. After analysis the data from visits before and after COVID-19 there weren’t statistically significant differences in HbA1c levels for both types of DM (before 9.0/8.3%; after 8.4/8.2%, respectively), there was the intensification of glucose lowering therapy (the proportion of patients with T2DM on 2 and 3 component therapy increased by 4.3% and 1.6%, the proportion of patients on insulin therapy by 16%). After COVID-19, there was a statistically significant decrease in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in T1DM from 88.1 to 62 ml/min/1.73 m2; with T2DM from 74.7 to 54.1 ml/min/1.73 m2. When assessing acute diabetic complications, there was an increase in the frequency of coma in T1DM by 1.5 times, severe hypoglycemia in T1DM by 3 times, and in T2DM by 1.7 times. Analysis of the frequency of cardiorenal complications before and after COVID-19 showed a total increase of 8.5% in T1DM, by 13.2% in T2DM, of which myocardial infarction, ischemic heart disease, and CHF increased in T1DM in the range from 1.5 to 5 times, with T2DM by 1.3 times, the frequency of CKD with T1DM by 1.5 times, with T2DM by 5.6 times.

CONCLUSION: There was a decline of kidney filtration function (decrease in GFR) and an increase in the frequency of cardiovascular complications in both types of diabetes in post-Covid period while patients achieved a stable HbA1c levels by intensifying therapy during the COVID-19 infection. This fact reflects combined damage to the kidney and cardiovascular system as a part of the post-Covid syndrome and determines a key set of measures for the development of preventive strategies.
Foot pain in children and adolescents: a problem-based approach in musculoskeletal ultrasonography
Authors: Liu Lihua , Wang Tiezheng , Qi Hengtao
Published: April 2024

Various etiologies and risk factors contribute to foot pain in children and adolescents, including conditions such as Kohler's disease, Sever's disease, Iselin's disease, rigid flat foot, accessory navicular, Freiberg's disease, sesamoiditis, os trigonum syndrome, and more. High-frequency musculoskeletal ultrasonography can show both the bone surface and the surrounding soft tissue clearly from various angles in real-time, thereby providing a higher level of detail that is helpful for identifying the etiology of foot pain and monitoring disease progression compared with other imaging modalities. This review provides an overview of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and characteristic ultrasonographic findings of select foot pain conditions in children and adolescents.
Knowledge Management
Authors: Choudhury Suhasini , Routray Padmalita
Published: April 2024

Research in the KM field has been a point of attraction for innovation and sustainability. The need for research and the effort by the researchers are important to be analysed to know the overall status of contributions and contributors. The purpose of this paper is to identify trends in Knowledge management research and forecast future trends through bibliometric analysis. The study also aims to identify the highest contribution of articles by the authors, the institutions, the journals, and the countries. Microsoft Excel and VOSViewer software were used for the analysis of the data extracted from the Scopus database for the period 2003–2022. It found Bontis. N. of Canada stood out as the highest contributing author in KM research; the Hong Kong Polytechnic University of China proved to be the top contributing institution in the field; the Journal of Knowledge Management ranks first amongst the most contributing journals in the field; and the United States was the highest contributing country. Furthermore, the study found four clusters based on the co-occurrence of keywords. “Artificial Intelligence,” “Big Data,” and “knowledge hiding” are the budding areas in the field.
Program Wise Information Literacy Skills of Students
Authors: Kadiri Raihanath , Gayan Mithu Anjali , Emami Maryam
Published: April 2024

The current study furthers the understanding of the Information Literacy (IL) competency skill levels between the health science and non-health science students in the United Arab Emirates. IL-HUMASS survey on information literacy questionnaire was partially adopted (17 categories) for surveying the IL competency skill levels between the Health and Non-Health students at College A. The questionnaire comprised four information competency categories: “Information Searching, “Information Evaluation, Information Processing/Application, and Information Dissemination and Communication”. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to test the hypotheses. The research findings revealed that among all participants the levels of Motivational Engagement (ME) in the four competence areas were higher, than their levels of Self-Efficacy (SE).Further, interestingly, students enrolled in non-health programs displayed higher levels of both ME and SE in all four categories. Additionally, there were significant variations in IL Self-Efficacy levels between the two programs across the categories. Besides, the application of Pinto’s IL-HUMASS survey instrument to a new user population has provided valuable insights. These insights highlight the importance of considering motivation and self-efficacy levels when designing information literacy programs, especially for health science students. This study is possibly the first in the UAE conducted on a global sample comprising 22 nationalities.
Scientometric Study of Research on AI & ML Application in Defence Technology and Military Operations
Authors: Pandey Ajay Kumar , Chakrovarty Arnav , Khandal Vijay
Published: April 2024

Application of AI and machine learning in different domains of defence system in increasing rapidly to bring automation and to facilitate all the benefits of modern technologies in military. This article conducts a scientometric analysis on articles that are on application of Ai and Ml in military equipment, military intelligence, cyber security, decision making, military operations, defence medical systems etc. This study has executed a search query on Web of Science for identifying peer reviewed current resources that are contributing to the application of modern technologies in military systems. With extensive query and filtering this study has identified 417 articles with in the period of 1991 to 2023. With analysing all the data, it determines that a lot of varied research is there on the defence system that promotes use of modern technologies in development of weapon, conducting strategic military operation, prioritising military society etc. Prioritising legal and ethical parameters. This study has also highlighted legal, and security concerns surrounding using autonomous systems in military applications. The authorship pattern, document types, country production over time, and most cited countries have also been studied. Bradford’s scattering law was applied to identify the core journals, and Lotka’s law to check authors’ productivity patterns.
Magnetismo espectral en dos obras de la compañía chilena Teatrocinema
Authors: Arévalo Reyes Sofía
Published: April 2024

El presente artículo pretende adentrarse en el magnetismo espectral o la sensación enigmática de atracción que produce la utilización de imágenes en la escena teatral en compañía del cuerpo presente de los intérpretes. Para ello, este estudio comenzará con la revisión de algunas tecnologías de la imagen, lo que permitirá dar cuenta de que en diferentes épocas se han utilizado proyecciones en la escena teatral. Posteriormente, y con la finalidad de concretizar el magnetismo espectral propuesto, se considerarán dos obras de teatro de la compañía chilena Teatrocinema, Historia de amor (2013) y Plata quemada (2019), las cuales articulan en escena una serie de efectos visuales que posibilitan fragmentar, duplicar, hibridar cuerpos conformados por intérpretes e imágenes proyectadas.
Prevalence and Predictors of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Symptoms among Jordanian University Students Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors:   Al al-Bayt University, Al Mafraq, Jordan., Bakkar Samar , AlAzzam Manar , H. Hamaideh Shaher , Abdalrahim Asem
Published: April 2024

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased rates of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms. University students have been particularly affected by these psychological consequences due to the pandemic and its accompanying precautions. Purpose: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and predictors of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms among Jordanian university students amid COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study. Data was collected through an anonymous online survey from Jordanian university students during the period from February 2022 to May 2022. The survey included a self-reported questionnaire that is composed of sociodemographic variables and the Arabic version of the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21). Results: The mean total scores for depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms were 18.91, 18.04, and 20.71, respectively, indicating the presence of these psychological issues among university students during the pandemic. Psychological problems, parents being diagnosed with mental illness, living arrangements, and academic year explained 25.6% of the variation in depression symptoms. Academic year, living arrangements, specialization, GPA, and gender accounted for 25.9% of the variation in anxiety symptoms. Parents being diagnosed with mental illness, specialization, marital status, and GPA explained 22.3% of the variation in stress symptoms. Conclusion: The findings of this study have significant implications for healthcare practice, policy development, and community engagement. Implications for Nursing: Healthcare providers, including nurses, can utilize this information to develop targeted interventions tailored to address the specific mental-health needs of university students in Jordan. Policymakers can advocate for the implementation of mental-health support services within university settings, while community organizations can collaborate with educational institutions to promote mentalhealth awareness and provide accessible resources for students. By addressing the mentalhealth challenges identified in this study, stakeholders can contribute to fostering a supportive and resilient campus environment conducive to student success and well-being. Keywords: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, COVID-19, University students, Jordan
Effects of electromagnetic waves on parameters, hydration and in vitro antimicrobial activity of the Brassica oleracea L. var. italica Plenck. and water
Authors: Ignatov Ignat , Huether Fabio , P. Popova Teodora , I. Ignatov Alexander , T. Iliev Mario , Stoyanov Chavdar
Published: April 2024

Our team has developed a device capable of emitting electromagnetic waves via a solenoid. Building on this breakthrough, our research endeavors to explore the effects of these waves on the weight and osmotic parameters of Brassica oleracea L. var. italic Plenck, specifically broccoli sprouts. These sprouts were subjected to various types of activated water infused with electromagnetic waves, with their weight measured in grams and their percentage composition analyzed. This study aims to elucidate the potential impact of electromagnetic waves on agricultural practices and nutritional outcomes. The findings present valuable insights into optimizing crop growth and enhancing nutritional value, thus holding promise for agricultural applications. In addition to nutritional aspects, contamination by pathogenic microorganisms poses a significant challenge in fruit and vegetable cultivation, particularly when organic fertilizers are employed. Mitigating microbial contamination in plant-based foods is paramount for preventing gastrointestinal and other infections, thereby safeguarding consumer health. In vitro studies were conducted to investigate the antimicrobial effects of electromagnetic waves across different frequencies. Water suspensions containing a density of 105 cells per milliliter of three microbial ATCC strains—Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Candida albicans—were utilized. These suspensions were exposed to electromagnetic radiation within the frequency ranges of 350-600 Hz (designated as frequencies F1) and 20-40 kHz (designated as frequencies F2), as well as combinations of both F1 and F2 frequencies, each lasting 15 minutes. Results indicated that the tested strains exhibited heightened sensitivity to exposures at 350-600 Hz and 20-40 kHz, leading to a decrease in cell viability by approximately 70% compared to untreated controls.
Numerical investigation of weaving machine heald shaft new design using composite material to improve its performance
Authors: Hassan Mohamed , Mostafa Ayman , Al-Oufy Affaf , El-Gholmy Sherwet
Published: April 2024

The factors of increasing productivity, reducing the cost, and the quality improvement are the most important research concerns in weaving machinery. Increasing the effectiveness and productivity of production was achieved by increasing the operating time and efficiency of weaving looms. Thus, manufacturers of weaving equipment attempt to minimize factors that limit the production speed and production conditions. The heald frame is one of the most important parts of the weaving machine that causes vibrations and noise, which are important factors that influence the high-speed development of looms and decrease their performance. In this work, mechanical factors such as stresses and vibrations were studied for the weaving machine heald frame made from composite materials. The finite element models were constructed using the ABAQUS program for the traditional heald frame made from aluminum as well as for the heald frame made from composite materials. The models were simulated using the operating system conditions of constraints and of applied loads. The composite materials used are carbon fibers and glass fibers. The mode shapes of the models as well as the generated stresses were presented. The results showed a significant improvement in use of the composite materials that can reduce the frame vibration and withstand the generated stresses.
LLT polynomials in the Schiffmann algebra
Authors: Blasiak Jonah , Haiman Mark , Morse Jennifer , Pun Anna , Seelinger George H.
Published: April 2024

We identify certain combinatorially defined rational functions which, under the shuffle to Schiffmann algebra isomorphism, map to LLT polynomials in any of the distinguished copies

Λ
⁢

(

X

m
,
n

)

⊂
E

\Lambda(X^{m{,}n})\subset\mathcal{E}

of the algebra of symmetric functions embedded in the elliptic Hall algebra ℰ of Burban and Schiffmann.
As a corollary, we deduce an explicit raising operator formula for the ∇ operator applied to any LLT polynomial.
In particular, we obtain a formula for

∇
m

s
λ

\nabla^{m}s_{\lambda}

which serves as a starting point for our proof of the Loehr–Warrington conjecture in a companion paper to this one.
On κ-solutions and\break canonical neighborhoods in 4d Ricci flow
Authors: Haslhofer Robert
Published: April 2024

We introduce a classification conjecture for κ-solutions in 4d Ricci flow. Our conjectured list
includes known examples from the literature, but also a new one-parameter family of

ℤ
2
2

×

O
3

{\mathbb{Z}_{2}^{2}\times\mathrm{O}_{3}}

-symmetric bubble-sheet ovals that we construct. We observe that some special cases of the conjecture follow from recent results in the literature. We also introduce a stronger variant of the classification conjecture for ancient asymptotically cylindrical 4d Ricci flows, which does not assume smoothness and nonnegative curvature operator a priori. Assuming this stronger variant holds true, we establish a canonical neighborhood theorem for 4d Ricci flow through cylindrical singularities, which shares some elements in common with Perelman’s canonical neighborhood theorem for 3d Ricci flow as well as the mean-convex neighborhood theorem for mean curvature flow through neck-singularities. Finally, we argue that quotient-necks lead to new phenomena, and sketch an example of non-uniqueness for 4d Ricci flow through singularities.
Cohomological properties of maximal pro-p Galois groups that are preserved under profinite completion
Authors: Bar-On Tamar
Published: April 2024

Let p be a prime number. One of the most difficult and important questions in Galois theory these days is determining which pro-p groups can occur as maximal pro-p Galois groups. Some restrictions of the structure of maximal pro-p Galois groups are already known, and therefore, the families of all pro-p groups satisfying these restrictions are in the center of the research. In the current paper we deal with three of these families: The family of all pro-p groups which satisfy hereditarily the n-vanishing Massey product property, the family of 1-cyclotomic oriented pro-p groups, and the family of pro-p groups that are hereditarily of p-absolute Galois type. We show that all these families are closed under taking profinite completion of each order.
Deviation probabilities for extremal eigenvalues of large Chiral non-Hermitian random matrices
Authors: Ma Yutao , Wang Siyu
Published: April 2024

Consider the chiral non-Hermitian random matrix ensemble with parameters n and v, and let

(

ζ
i

)

1
≤
i
≤
n

{(\zeta_{i})_{1\leq i\leq n}}

be its n eigenvalues with positive x-coordinate. In this paper, we establish deviation probabilities and moderate deviation probabilities for the spectral radius

(

n

n
+
v

)

1
2

⁢

max

1
≤
i
≤
n

⁡

|

ζ
i

|

2

{(\frac{n}{n+v})^{\frac{1}{2}}\max_{1\leq i\leq n}|\zeta_{i}|^{2}}

, as well as

(

n

n
+
v

)

1
2

⁢

min

1
≤
i
≤
n

⁡

|

ζ
i

|

2

{(\frac{n}{n+v})^{\frac{1}{2}}\min_{1\leq i\leq n}|\zeta_{i}|^{2}}

.
Weighted bilinear multiplier theorems in Dunkl setting via singular integrals
Authors: Mukherjee Suman , Parui Sanjay
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this article is to present one and two-weight inequalities for bilinear multiplier operators in Dunkl setting with multiple Muckenhoupt weights.
In order to do so, new results regarding Littlewood–Paley type theorems and weighted inequalities for multilinear Calderón–Zygmund operators in Dunkl setting are also proved.
Statistically convergent difference sequences of bi-complex numbers
Authors: Bera Subhajit , Tripathy Binod Chandra
Published: April 2024

In this article we introduce the notion of statistical convergence difference sequences of bi-complex numbers. Some properties of these sequence spaces like BC-module, Banach BC-module, BC-balanced set, BC-convex set, solidness, and symetricity are studied.
On the Laplace transform
Authors: Ramm Alexander G.
Published: April 2024

Sufficient conditions are given for a function

F
⁢

(
p
)

{F(p)}

to be the Laplace transform of a function

f
⁢

(
t
)

{f(t)}

or a distribution f. No assumption on f is given a priori.
It is not even assumed that

f
=
0

{f=0}

for

t
<
0

{t<0}

.
Inverse spectral problem for differential pencils with a frozen argument
Authors: Hu Yi-Teng , Sat Murat
Published: April 2024

This paper deals with differential pencils possessing a term depending on the unknown function with a fixed argument.
We deduce the so called main equation together with its fine structure for the spectral problem. Then, according to the boundary conditions and the position of argument, we describe two cases: degenerate and non-degenerate. For these two cases, the uniqueness of inverse spectral problem is studied and a constructive procedure for reconstructing the potentials along with necessary and sufficient conditions of the inverse problem solvability are obtained.
M. M. Lavrentiev-type systems and reconstructing parameters of viscoelastic media
Authors: Kokurin Mikhail Yu.
Published: April 2024

We consider a nonlinear coefficient inverse problem of reconstructing the density and the memory matrix of a viscoelastic medium by probing the medium with a family of wave fields excited by moment tensor point sources. A spatially non-overdetermined formulation is investigated, in which the manifolds of point sources and detectors do not coincide and have a total dimension equal to three. The requirements for these manifolds are established to ensure the unique solvability of the studied inverse problem. The results are achieved by reducing the problem to a chain of connected systems of linear integral equations of the M. M. Lavrentiev type.
A national survey on current practice of ultrasound in labor ward
Authors: Mappa Ilenia , Masturzo Bianca , Carbone Ilma Floriana , Kiener Ariane , Maruotti Giuseppe Maria , Pintucci Armando , Suprani Alice , Visentin Silvia , Ghi Tullio , Rizzo Giuseppe
Published: April 2024

Objectives

Use of ultrasonography has been suggested as an accurate adjunct to clinical evaluation of fetal position and station during labor. There are no available reports concerning its actual use in delivery wards. The aim of this survey was to evaluate the current practice regarding the use of ultrasonography during labor.

Methods

A questionnaire was sent to members of the Italian Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology employed in delivery wards. The qFeuestionnaire was made up of 22 questions evaluating participant characteristics and the current use of ultrasound in labor in their hospital of employment. The answers were grouped according to participant characteristics.

Results

A total of 200 participants replied. Ultrasound was considered useful before an operative vaginal delivery by 59.6 % of respondents, while 51.8 and 52.5 % considered it useful in the management of prolonged first and second stages of labor, respectively. The major indication for ultrasound use during labor was the assessment of fetal occiput position. The major difficulties in its application were the perceived lack of training and the complexity of the ultrasound equipment use. Participants that reported fewer difficulties were those employed in hospitals with a higher number of deliveries or having delivery units with more years of experience using ultrasound in labor, or those who had attended specific training courses.

Conclusions

The results indicate that, despite the reported evidence of a higher accuracy of ultrasound compared to clinical evaluation in assessing fetal position and station, its use is still limited, even amongst maternal-fetal medicine practitioners specialized in ultrasonography.
Da muss erst mal Gras drüber wachsen
Authors: Zinesi Alice , Laurino Gianfiore
Published: April 2024

On the different meanings and syntactic functions of da based on a German-Italian parallel corpus. This study investigates the use of the German word da and its equivalents in Italian. After assessing the academic literature regarding the various meanings of da in the German language, the research focuses on the analysis of da translations available in several examples taken from InterCorp. The findings are consistent with previous research, revealing that da can express causality, time, location, neutrality, contrast, and deixis. Additionally, it is observed that translators often use creative solutions. Also, some translations are not found in dictionaries, but align perfectly with the source text, indicating a need for more linguistic research on Italian-German translations, as well as the necessity to always adapt rendering to the specific context.
New generation steels for light weight vehicle safety related applications
Authors: Doruk Emre , Demir Süleyman
Published: April 2024

Vehicle lightening efforts, low fuel consumption and low CO2 emission have become an important target in the automotive industry without compromising safety and comfort. By reducing vehicle weights, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are significantly reduced. In this context, the next generation steels are constantly being developed in terms of high strength, forming, weld ability, low cost in matters such as vehicle lightening and impact safety. In this study, side-impact performance of the next generation steels that can be used for the body B-Pillar part as part of vehicle lightening was examined. In finite element analysis, Usibor 1500, TWIP 980, TRIP 800, DP 1000 materials and three different metal sheet thicknesses (1.3–1.5–1.8 mm) were used for the B-Pillar part. All results obtained were compared in terms of energy absorption ability, formability, weld ability, cost and weight.
Effect of water immersion on shear strength of epoxy adhesive filled with graphene nanoplatelets
Authors: Jia Zhemin , Liu Qian , Zhang Zhicheng
Published: April 2024

Adhesive bonds are frequently used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and civil engineering due to their ability to reduce damage to the adherend and their lightweight. However, their application is restricted by their inadequate durability and reliability in hostile environments. Graphene nanoplatelets (GNPs) are employed to enhance epoxy adhesives in this article. The thick adherend shear test is utilized to examine how the shear properties change with different water ageing times. Before exposure to water ageing conditions, GNP-reinforced adhesives exhibit a 3.51% increase compared with neat epoxy at a GNP content of 0.25 wt%. However, after 56 days of water ageing, the increase in shear strength is found to be 13.79%. This suggests that the well-dispersed GNP can reduce the degradation rate in shear properties by half, from 16.71 to 8.44%, at a GNP content of 0.25 wt%. Additionally, as water ageing time increases, the positive influence of GNP on shear properties becomes more evident. The addition of GNP delays the degradation of shear properties caused by water ageing conditions. The effect of GNP does not improve with higher GNP content. When the GNP contents increase to 1 wt%, the shear strength of the GNP-reinforced adhesive decreases compared to neat epoxy.
EL GRADO DE PUBLICIDAD Y RELACIONES PÚBLICAS EN ESPAÑA. REVISIÓN DE PLANES DOCENTES
Authors: Pellicer Jordá María Teresa
Published: April 2024

Introducción: Se aborda la necesidad de revisar y actualizar los planes de estudio de los grados en Publicidad y Relaciones Públicas en las universidades españolas. Esta necesidad surge de la reciente implantación de la Ley Orgánica del Sistema Universitario (LOSU), que exige una adaptación de los planes educativos a la realidad profesional actual. El trabajo proporciona una visión detallada del estado actual de estos grados en las 37 universidades españolas que los ofrecen, representando una fuente primordial para su adecuación a las demandas contemporáneas del sector. Metodología: Para realizar esta investigación, se adoptó el análisis de contenido como metodología principal, aplicándolo a los planes docentes de los grados de Publicidad y Relaciones Públicas de 37 universidades españolas, tanto públicas como privadas. Se establecieron 92 categorías temáticas para clasificar todas las asignaturas, permitiendo un estudio unificado y exhaustivo de los planes de estudio actuales. Resultados: La investigación revela una diversidad en la oferta académica, con una media de 48.5 asignaturas por grado. Los planes de estudio actuales mantienen una estructura similar a la instaurada por la Escuela Oficial de Publicidad en 1964, tanto en el número de asignaturas como en su contenido. Se identificaron asignaturas frecuentes, reflejando las competencias más demandadas en el ámbito profesional, además de destacar la aparición de nuevas materias que responden a las tendencias actuales y necesidades sociales, como la innovación y el emprendimiento. Discusión y Conclusiones: El estudio subraya la importancia de actualizar los planes de estudio para alinearlos con las demandas profesionales y sociales contemporáneas. Aunque se observa una tendencia hacia la inclusión de nuevas temáticas, aún existen áreas, como los idiomas, que requieren mayor atención. Este análisis ofrece una base sólida para la reforma educativa en el ámbito de la Publicidad y las Relaciones Públicas en España, enfatizando la necesidad de una formación que combine conocimientos tradicionales con competencias emergentes.
Analysis of Participant Stigma and Associated Costs of a Peer-Led Social Media HIV Intervention
Authors: Gill Navkiranjit , Banta Jim E. , Gashugi Leonard , Young Sean D.
Published: April 2024

HIV-related stigma is a primary barrier to seeking HIV care. Online social media interventions utilizing peer-led approaches provide an opportunity to revolutionize HIV health behavior change. Secondary analysis of the UCLA HOPE Study (6 waves) was done to examine the effectiveness of an online peer-led intervention in reducing HIV-related internalized stigma (IS), association between IS and sexual risk behaviors (SRB), and associated costs for changing the likelihood of HIV testing. Among 897 participants, an inverse relationship between IS (Discomfort with people with HIV, Stereotypes, Moral Judgment) and SRB (Number of Sexual Partners, Sexual Encounters) factors was identified over time (p < .05). Engagement in stigma conversations increased participant likelihood to request HIV tests (B = 0.02, Wald = 8.10, p = .004) when made in group versus one-on-one contact. Innovative technology has potential to improve HIV-care efforts through expanded reach to at-risk populations, improved communication maintenance, ease of accessibility, and user anonymity.
Program Director Reports of COVID-19 Lockdown-Driven Service Changes in Community-Based STI Clinics and Syringe Services Programs in the Southeastern U.S.
Authors: Hatch Mary A. , Laschober Tanja C. , Ertl Melissa M. , Paschen-Wolff Margaret M. , Norman Gaia , Wright Lynette , Tross Susan
Published: April 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic strained the U.S. health care system, posing logistical challenges for community-based programs. This study surveyed 11 program directors in sexually transmitted infection (STI) clinics and syringe services programs (SSPs) that served people who use substances and are at risk for HIV in five southeastern U.S. states. Brief survey questions asked about programs' use of in-person and telehealth services. Results indicated widespread reduction of in-person services and concomitant adoption of telehealth services. In STI clinics, telehealth replaced in-person visits for all but urgent treatment of active symptoms. In SSPs, in-person contact continued or increased from pre-pandemic volumes. In both programs, the most salient telehealth use barrier was limited device or internet access and limited technological ease. Services were sustained through innovative adaptations. This snapshot of response to the early COVID-19 lockdown phase offers actionable guidance about service preparedness for future public health catastrophes in community-based programs serving vulnerable populations.
Patterns of air pollution enforcement in Canada: Environmental priorities versus enforcement outcomes
Authors: Ewing Claire , Bertoldi Rei , Boyd David R. , Giang Amanda
Published: April 2024

Ambient air pollution is one of the leading health and environmental concerns worldwide, including in Canada. To reduce air pollution impacts, governments create and enforce various laws and regulations. Few studies have examined the particulars of enforcement and fewer still in Canada. To this end, we ask: How does enforcement vary across jurisdictions, time, or other factors? What types of violations or offenders appear to be prioritized for enforcement action in Canada? We created a dataset of air pollution enforcement actions between 2000 and 2020, using data from 8 provinces and the federal government. Through this process, we identified gaps in data sharing and transparency for air-pollution-related enforcement in Canada related to ease-of-access and standardization. Based on these available data, which has acknowledged limitations, we find that regulators appear to employ a cooperative and nonresponsive approach to enforcement, as demonstrated by low fines, a lack of escalating enforcement actions for repeat offenders, frequent use of low-level penalties, and infrequent prosecutions leading to few court convictions. Environmental priorities and enforcement outcomes appear to be misaligned, with few and low penalties for large emitters and repeat offenders. We offer recommendations to better align enforcement strategies with stated environmental policy goals, including focusing enforcement on high-risk offenses, improving data sharing, and strengthening federal environmental laws and agencies.
Creation of a Program for Demonstration and use in the Educational Process of Material on the Discipline Physics
Authors:   State Agrarian University of the Northern Urals, Basumatorova Ekaterina A. , Chaynikov Artem V. ,   State Agrarian University of the Northern Urals
Published: April 2024

Introduction. The article presents a description of the program developed by the authors, which demonstrates the dependencies in Ohm’s law for a section of a chain and Ohm’s law for a complete chain. This program demonstrates the possibilities of using information technology in the educational process at universities. The program was created in the Clickteam Fusion 2.5 environment for the Windows operating system, to create demonstrations at laboratory and practical classes in the discipline of physics for higher educational institutions. The purpose of the article is to study and consider the application of information technology in the study of the basics in the physics course. The scientific novelty of the work lies in the fact that it describes a program that was created as a prototype to demonstrate the possibilities of creating and conducting laboratory and practical work in physics and other technical disciplines. Methodology and methods of research. Search for forms of visual and at the same time correct presentation of the taught material using the developed program. The results of the study. The development of original algorithmic demonstration programs at the university helps to attract students to work on the material. The article analyzes the necessity and relevance of using information technologies in the educational process of the university, as well as discusses ways to implement them in practice. Conclusion. This concept can be used in the development of laboratory work and recommendations so that students can independently gain knowledge in various disciplines, and the program is also provided to further stimulate students’ interest in their professional activities.
Los nuevos reglamentos de diseño ecológico: ¿hacia productos más circulares?
Authors: Puentes Cociña Beltrán
Published: April 2024

La estrategia de economía circular de la Unión Europea ha asumido entre sus objetivos principales la necesidad de reformar la legislación de diseño ecológico y, en consecuencia, ha aprobado varios reglamentos para categorías específicas de productos que regulan por primera vez aspectos de eficiencia material, como la durabilidad o la reparabilidad. La propuesta de nuevo reglamento marco de diseño ecológico presentada por la Comisión busca ampliar el ámbito de aplicación de la vigente directiva y generalizar el uso de requisitos de durabilidad o reparabilidad. En este trabajo se estudia qué papel deben jugar los principios de la economía circular en el diseño ecológico de los productos y en qué medida las últimas reformas normativas son suficientes para promover productos más circulares. Aunque se han dado pasos importantes, como la obligación de ofrecer piezas de recambio para varios productos, todavía se advierten algunas carencias relativas al ámbito de aplicación, el deficiente desarrollo normativo o el rol de la industria en la elaboración de las normas.
THE PROBLEM OF THE EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE FORMATION OF MODERN YOUTH THROUGH THE PRISM OF VASYL STEFANYK’S CREATIVITY
Authors: Savchuk Borys , Pantyuk Tetyana , Dovgij Oleg , Vysochan Lesia
Published: April 2024

Scientists have made an in-depth analysis of the scientific and theoretical foundations of emotional intelligence.The purpose of the article is to analyze the problem of the emotional intelligence formation of modern youth through the prism of Vasyl Stefanyk’s creative heritage.The main concept of our study is to analyze the work and figure of Vasyl Stefanyk through the prism of the phenomenon of emotional intelligence.Our analysis is based on the classic Bar-On model. Reuven Bar-On made a significant contribution to its development. He developed the EQ-i (Emotional Quotient Inventory) test in 1996. It contains a list of questions to determine its ratio. a «Bar-On model» serves on this basis as one of the methodological components of our research. It determines the level of formation of EQ on the basis of a person’s possession of 15 abilities:1) self-esteem – awareness and self-assessment of their capabilities and limitations, strengths and weaknesses, self-perception «as I am»; 2) emotional awareness – understanding of emotional state and the reasons for its occurrence; 3) self-expression – a clear, constructive expression of their feelings, thoughts, ability to mobilize emotional energy, show the firmness of beliefs; 4) independence – reliance on their own strength, emotional independence; 5) empathy – recognition, understanding and awareness of the feelings of another person; 6) social responsibility – selfidentification as a member of a social group, constructive cooperation, care and responsibility for themselves and others; 7) interpersonal relationships – the establishment of mutually beneficial relationships based on emotional intimacy, comfortable behavior in social contacts; 8) resistance to stress – effective management of their emotions, a quick way out of difficult situations; 9) control of impulses – restraint of emotions; 10) assessment of reality – the comparison of feelings and thoughts with objective reality; 11) flexibility – adjustment of feelings, thoughts, ideas, behavior in accordance with circumstances; 12) problem solving – finding out the essence and finding ways to solve it effectively;13) self-actualization – setting goals and striving to achieve it on the basis of potential; 14) optimism – emotional balance, positive attitude and maintaining hope in any situation; 15) happiness / well-being – a sense of satisfaction with others, life in general. Thus, we believe that such a reflection on the work of V. Stefanyk should encourage some changes in the emphasis on the formation of the idea of the writer himself.
ENHANCING ENVIRONMENTAL COGNITION BY PRESCHOOLERS THROUGH EXPERIMENTAL ACTIVITIES
Authors: Polevikova Olga , Shvets Tetiana
Published: April 2024

The paper focuses on the issue of environmental cognition by preschool children via experimental activities. The emphasis is placed on the role of motivation, intellectual games and experiments in children’s perceiving the world. The article presents positive results of the pedagogical experiment (in which participated 83 preschoolers) that proved the effectivenessof the devised methodology. In the article, it is posited that early-age experimentation implies a simple manipulation with things, at which children perform the operations of differentiation, and categorization under various conditions. Specifically, these operations presume simple actions with objects, which vary in color, shape and size. Moreover, preschoolers use different sensory channels to perceive the objects around them. The study maintains that in the junior preschool period children’s cognitive activities are accompanied with role-plays, games, and orientation actions aimed at testing new objects, while senior preschoolers perform similar activities experimenting with objects and employing verbal means like questions why, what for, and how? The study propounds the effective techniques of experimentation with preschoolers, which embrace creating a positive learning environment, employing emotionally colored forms of instruction, maintaining in children a high level of motivation for actions, and using repetitive and suggestive tools.In the course of research, it has been revealed that experimenting is targeted at familiarizing preschool children with specific methods of cognition, measurement tools, and appropriate safety rules, which allow preschoolers to broaden their knowledge and acquire necessary skills in order to be able to create new products independently within specially organized learning activities.