bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Germline BRCA1 Mutation inSquamous Cell Carcinoma of Oesophagus: Driver versus Passenger Mutation
Authors: Amrit Kaur Kaler , Shraddha Manoj Upadhyay , Nandini Shyamali Bora , Ankita Nikam , Kavya P , Nivetha Athikeri , Dattatray B Solanki , Imran Shaikh , Rajesh Mistry
Published: July 2024

We report a rare case of 62-year-old South Asian women who visited the Molecular Pathology and Genomics Department for hereditary germline cancer genetic testing after being diagnosed with oesophageal cancer, reported as invasive keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma metastasized to the lymph nodes. Her personal history revealed that she was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer five years before oesophageal cancer. Germline cancer testing showed pathogenic variants in BRCA1 gene c.68_69delAG, which proved it a hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome. She was started on PARP inhibitors but developed some secondary respiratory failure and succumbed to death. Less than 10 cases have been reported in the literature of the association of germline BRCA1 and Squamous cell Carcinoma – the esophagus. The article focuses on the probable pathogenesis of BRCA1 mutation with non-classic malignancies and the response of Poly adenosine diphosphate ribose polymerase inhibitors (PARP) inhibitors in such a scenario. We report an unusual manifestation of the BRCA1 gene with second primary oesophageal squamous cell cancer occurring five years later to triple-negative breast cancer.
An Interesting Case of COPD Exacerbation Presenting with Mixed Features of Intracranial Hypertension and Hypercapnic Encephalopathy
Authors: Chaoneng Wu , Gustavo Mendez , Aaron Gandhi , Sujata Kambhatla , Furqan Siddiqui , Amin Pasha , Ramesh Madhavan
Published: July 2024

Background: Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH or pseudotumor cerebri) has two major morbidities: papilledema with visual loss and disabling headache. Intracranial Venous Hypertension (IVH) is a fundamental mechanism of IIH. Although traditionally considered limiting to the central nervous system, evidence suggests IIH as a systemic disease associated with cardiorespiratory disorders, which has been far less comprehended. Case Report: A 60-year-old female with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) was admitted for dyspnea and developed a coma with a pH of 7.01 and pCO2 of 158 mmHg. She was intubated and had persistent nuchal rigidity, a brief myoclonus episode with a negative electroencephalogram, and negative CT head studies. A Lumbar Puncture (LP) revealed elevated opening pressure (35 cmH2O) with normal Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF) studies. Her nuchal rigidity improved after the removal of 40 mL CSF. The ophthalmology examination the next day after her the large volume LP didn’t show visual loss or papilledema. The patient improved clinically and was extubated two days later. Her echocardiogram showed a dilated right ventricle with pulmonary hypertension. The patient was discharged home. Discussion: IIH is different from hypercapnic encephalopathy and characterized by increased intracranial pressure with papilledema, vision loss, and debilitating headache. Hypercapnia-induced increased intracranial venous flow and pulmonary hypertension-caused elevated central venous pressure with consequent outflow resistance lead to IVH. In hypercapnic encephalopathy, the presentation is mostly cognitive changes. In this case, nuchal rigidity with a negative CT head scan triggered the investigation of IIH. Conclusion: A deep understanding of the relationship between COPD and IIH is vital. There is insufficient evidence to recommend routine eye examinations in COPD patients for papilledema and to conduct a pulmonary function test for a newly diagnosed IIH patient. However, we highly suggest a timely ophthalmology exam prior to performing an LP in COPD patients with suspecting IIH to avoid unnecessary procedures and meanwhile improve clinical outcomes.
Ground-Based Pyrethroid Adulticides Reduce Mosquitoes But Not Nontarget Insects in Central Florida
Authors: Hart Jacob D. , Pandolfi Alessandra , Jones Theressa , Jenkins David G.
Published: July 2024

As stewards of public and environmental health, mosquito control agencies are rightfully concerned about impacts on nontarget organisms. This study examined the impact of a modern, pyrethroid based ground adulticide program using ultra-low volume applications in a metropolitan county in central Florida. Nontarget insects and mosquitoes were collected in a before-after control-impact design at 21 sites over 1.5 years. While mosquitoes were reduced, we found no evidence for reduction of nontarget insects, regardless of taxon. Night-flying Lepidoptera may experience greater risk than other nontarget taxa, but overall effects of adulticide missions on this group were low and inconsistent. Instead, meteorology, habitat, and phenology dominate patterns of nontarget abundance. Mosquito reduction was more clearly observed and corrected post-mission reduction was consistent with results expected in complex urban and suburban treatment zones.
Clients’ Satisfaction with the Services of the National Health Insurance Scheme at the Moddibo Adama University Teaching Hospital, Yola, Adamawa State
Authors: Atinge S , Stephen R , Ajewole GA , Olajide K , Dika J , Obadiah M , Kane K
Published: July 2024

Background: Worldwide, patient satisfaction is one of the cardinal indices for evaluating the quality of healthcare service delivery and the effectiveness of a healthcare system. As consumers of healthcare services, patients have expectations that need to be met.
Objective: To assess clients’ satisfaction with the quality of care rendered through the National Health Insurance Scheme in a Nigerian Specialist Medical facility.
Methods: This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study of 403 respondents selected randomly from NHIS enrolees attending the Federal Medical Centre, Yola. The study assessed the enrolee's level of satisfaction at the various service points using a self-administered, semi-structured questionnaire.
Results: The overall average satisfaction score was 61.0.%. The satisfaction score on the various aspects of service was as follows: hospital environment/cleanliness (87.9%), doctors’ consultation (74.2%), reception/registration (69.5%), laboratory services (64.3%), waiting time (64.2%), staff attitude (60.5%), and availability of prescribed drugs (48.2%) been the lowest.
Conclusion: Overall, patients' satisfaction with the services provided was good, with the hospital environment/cleanliness rated highest and the availability of prescribed drugs the lowest. The current level of patient satisfaction needs to be improved by making drugs more available in the NHIS pharmacy and improving the attitude of staff to work and clients.
Gambaran Willingness to Pay Fitofarmaka Pada Mahasiswa Farmasi Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
Authors: Titani Mutiara , Abdullah Adela Adam
Published: July 2024

Fitofarmaka adalah salah satu jenis obat tradisional yang telah melalui uji praklinik serta uji klinik. Menurut Kemenkes penggunaan obat tradisional di masyarakat mengalami peningkatan sebesar 44,3%. Dengan meningkatnya penggunaan obat tradisional memberikan dorongan adanya perkembangan industri obat tradisional sehingga menjadi potensi nilai ekonomi yang tinggi. Meskipun meningkatnya penggunaan obat tradisional penelitian obat tradisional jenis Fitofarmaka dari sisi kesediaan membayar atau willingness to pay masih jarang dilakukan. Tujuan Penelitian ini untuk mengetahui kesediaan membayar responden terhadap produk Fitofarmaka dan faktor-faktor variabel independen terhadap WTP. Metode pada penelitian ini merupakan penelitian observasional jenis cross-sectional dengan instrumen kuesioner pada google form. Responden studi ini adalah mahasiswa farmasi UMM yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi. Analisis WTP studi ini adalah Contingent Valuation Method.
Studi Literatur Profil Bakteri dan Pola Resisten Antibiotik Beta-Laktam pada Pasien Pneumonia
Authors: Ainutajriani  , Artanti Dita , Yusuf Muhammad Bilal , Maulidiyanti Ellies Tunjung Sari
Published: July 2024

Pneumonia, suatu infeksi paru-paru yang umum yang sering ditemui di berbagai kelompok usia, mulai dari bayi hingga lansia. Bakteri yang umumnya terkait dengan pneumonia meliputi Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenza hingga Staphylococcus aureus. Namun, dengan kemajuan dalam teknologi diagnostik, berbagai jenis bakteri lainnya juga telah diidentifikasi sebagai penyebab pneumonia. Berbagai jenis bakteri ini dapat menunjukkan resistensi terhadap antibiotik tertentu, terutama kelompok beta-laktam. Resistensi antibiotik telah menjadi masalah yang semakin mendesak. Bakteri yang sebelumnya rentan terhadap antibiotik ini kini menunjukkan tingkat resistensi yang meningkat, mempersulit pengobatan infeksi pneumonia. Peningkatan penggunaan antibiotik yang tidak terkendali, baik dalam pengaturan medis maupun pertanian, telah berkontribusi pada peningkatan resistensi bakteri terhadap antibiotik. Hasil menunjukkan bakteri penyebab utama pneumonia di Korea (Mycoplasma pneumonia : 97,7%), China (Streptococcus pneumonia : 39%), Mexico (Pseudomonas aeruginosa : 60%) dan Indonesia (Klebsiella pneumonia : 22.9%). Pola resistensi antibiotic beta-lactam terhadap K. pneumonia yaitu di Irank : resisten terhadap Ceftriaxone (18%), Imipenem (63%), China : resisten terhadap Ceftriaxone (100%), Imipenem (93%), Egypt : resisten terhadap Cefoxitin (38%), Imipenem (20%) dan Indonedia 80% sensitive terhadap Cefoxitin dan Imipenem. Berdasarkan hasil tersebut dapat disimpulkan bahwa adanya variasi profil bakteri penyebab pneumonia diberbagai Negara serta memiliki pola resisten antibiotik beta-lactam yang berbeda terhadap bakteri K. pneumoniae.
Pengaruh Pemberian Sari Kacang Hijau Terhadap Produksi ASI Pada Ibu Menyusui
Authors: Mirani Nanda
Published: July 2024

Objective: Abstract Breast milk (mother's milk) is the only natural food for babies. Insufficient breast milk or low breast milk production is one of the problems in postpartum mothers. So, sometimes, mothers replace their breast milk with formula milk. Mothers with low breast milk production can overcome this problem by consuming green beans because the nutritional content of green beans is relatively high and the consistency is perfect. This study aims to determine the effect of green bean juice on breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers.
Methods: This research uses a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The population in this study consisted of mothers breastfeeding babies 0-6 months. The sample that will be involved in this research is 16 people, using purposive sampling technique. Data analysis used the Wilcoxon test
Results: The results of the study showed an increase in breast milk production as seen from the average frequency of breastfeeding before being given green bean juice, which was 7.06, and after being given green bean juice, it was 10.63. Based on the results of the Wilcoxon statistical test, it was found that the p-value was 0.000 < 0.05, which means there was a difference in breast milk production before and after giving green bean juice to breastfeeding mothers.
Conclusion: Pada The conclusion in this study is that giving green bean juice affects breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers. It is hoped that breastfeeding mothers will maintain their nutritional intake, one of which is by consuming green beans, which can be processed into green bean juice, porridge, or green bean juice regularly to increase breast milk production so that later, the baby can grow and develop well.
Pengaruh Pendidikan Kesehatan Teknik Relaksasi Nafas Dalam Untuk Mengurangi Nyeri Dismenore Terhadap Pengetahuan Siswi SMP
Authors: Puspita Irma Maya
Published: July 2024

Objective: Dysmenorrhea is a condition of pain or pain in the lower abdomen during menstruation that can interfere with the teaching and learning process, which is most often found in female students. Efforts to relieve pain usually only focus on drugs (pharmacology), while non-pharmacological treatment can also be done, one of which is using deep breathing relaxation techniques. This study was to determine the effect of health education on deep breathing relaxation techniques to reduce dysmenorrhea pain on female students' knowledge at SMP Pawiyatan Surabaya.
Methods: This study used a quasy experimental design with One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The number of samples is 75 respondents. The population of this study were all female students at SMP Pawiyatan who were menstruating by purposive sampling. Data collection techniques using knowledge questionnaire sheets and Guttman scales. Data analysis used the Wilcoxon Sign Rank Test; the test results showed an asymp. Sign (2-tailed) value of 0.000 <0.05 so that the data was accepted. Namely, there was an influence between before and after health education on deep breathing relaxation techniques. The results of knowledge before being given education were good at 36%, and after being provided education, they were good at 82.7%.
Results: This shows that there is an increase in student knowledge before and after with a difference of 46.7%, and a significant result is obtained of 0.000 <0.05 (p-value = 0.000 <0.05)
Conclusion: Ho is rejected, which means there is an influence of technical health education, such as deep breathing relaxation, to reduce dysmenorrhea pain on female students' knowledge at SMP Pawiyatan Surabaya. With this research, it is hoped that female students can implement deep breathing relaxation techniques to reduce dysmenorrhea pain in everyday life.
King, Sage, Scribe, and Priest: Seleucid Uruk and Jerusalem in Perspective
Authors: Anthonioz Stephanié
Published: July 2024

The scribal role is fundamental in Antiquity and is often associated with royal power, to the point that one may speak of a mythology of the ‘wise king’. One may think of Kings David and Solomon in the Hebrew Bible or the tradition begun with Šulgi in Mesopotamia. This mythology, which articulates both concepts of kingship and wisdom, seems to gain credence not so much at the peak of the Babylonian and Assyrian empires or at the time of David and Solomon reigns, but at a very late moment in the history of these cultures, when they lacked political independence, especially during the Hellenistic period.
Female Advisors Between East and West
Authors: Kuciak Jakub , Fink Sebastian
Published: July 2024

This article discusses the role of female advisors in Mesopotamian and Greek texts. Case studies are devoted to the advisors of the Assyrian king Ashurbanipal, and the female advisors in Herodotus, namely the daughters of Polycrates and Periander and Gorgo. While female advisors played an important role in Greece and Mesopotamia, the comparison revealed that, while in Mesopotamian texts the female advisors are mainly mother figures – whether human or divine –, daughters play an important role in Herodotus.
Efektivitas Keterampilan Proses Sains terhadap Peningkatkan Pemahaman Konsep dan Motivasi Belajar Fisika Siswa
Authors: Kartika Ika , Djufri Elyas , Yulianingsih Elsa , Widyawati Ani
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan: (1) Mengetahui efektivitas pendekatan keterampilan proses sains untuk mencapai 75% siswa yang lulus dalam KKM, (2) Mengetahui efektivitas pendekatan keterampilan proses sains untuk meningkatkan pemahaman konsep pada fluida statis, (3) Mengetahui efektivitas pendekatan keterampilan proses sains untuk meningkatkan motivasi belajar. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian eksperimen semu dengan desain pretest-posttest control group, variabel bebas dalam penelitian ini adalah pendekatan keterampilan proses sains, dan variabel terikat adalah pemahaman konsep dan motivasi belajar fisika. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan teknik simple random sampling. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji t, normalized gain, dan effect size. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan: (1) Pendekatan keterampilan proses sains tidak efektif untuk mencapai 75% siswa yang lulus KKM, karena siswa yang lulus KKM hanya 62,5%, (2) Pendekatan keterampilan proses sains efektif untuk meningkatkan pemahaman konsep pada fluida statis (sig 2 tailed = 0,000<α = 0,05 sehingga Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak) dan meningkatkan pemahaman konsep dengan N-gain 0,68 (sedang) dan effect size 1,46, (3) Pendekatan keterampilan proses sains efektif untuk meningkatkan motivasi dalam pembelajaran fisika, dengan N-gain 0,39 (sedang).
Naturalization of Philosophical Concepts Underlying Interculturality and Proposal of the Neurocognitive Model 'Elemental Intercultural Imprint'
Authors: Restrepo Rodas Jonathan , Niño Buitrago Laura , Robledo Castro Carolina
Published: July 2024

Objective: The study proposes an exploration of dyads (philosophy-cognitive neuroscience) that constitute the basis of interculturality, leading to the postulation of the Elemental Intercultural Imprint as a neurocognitive model that impacts the ontological notion of 'interculturality,' viewed under the naturalizing project. Methodology: An analytical conceptual methodology was implemented, aiming to demonstrate the modes of naturalization of philosophical concepts descriptively and critically. The following hypothesis is maintained: the progressive naturalization of consciousness, self-control, identity, social mind, alterity, and morality can reveal the neurocognitive mechanisms of interculturality in individuals. To this end, thenaturalization of consciousness as attention, identity as self-reference memory, self-control as self-regulation, mind (social) as Theory of Mind, alterity as empathy, and morality as moral cognition are analyzed. Results: The conceptual analysis in the reviewed studies found that partial epistemological transposition and methodologicalsymmetry are the most common mechanisms of naturalization of the components of interculturality, and that its neurocognitive architecture allows for the incorporation of other components. Conclusions: It is concluded that the proposed neurocognitive basis is indispensable for the empirical study of interculturality.
PRINCIPLES OF CONSTRUCTION AND FUNCTIONING OF MODERN INTELLIGENT VEHICLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WITHOUT HUMAN INTERVENTION
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Ermakova A.E. , Ikonnikov I.S. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Safronov A.I. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT)
Published: July 2024

The article discusses intelligent decision support systems (assistants) when driving cars. Algorithms for systems for unmanned vehicle control functioning are also considered. The intelligent road transport management systems components have been identified.
AUTOMATIC LOCALIZATION OF OBJECTS FOR THEIR PICKING FROM THE TRANSPORTING VEHICLE
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education ", Lychkov I.I. ,   Bauman Moscow State Technical University (National Research University)",   , Moscow, Russia, Chumakov A.S. ,   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education "Bauman Moscow State Technical University (National Research University)", Moscow, Russia
Published: July 2024

This paper proposes a method for automatic localizing of poorly textured objects in image under object occlusion which determines the order of the object stack in the transporting vehicle and allows to restore the occluded parts of the objects. The proposed method was successfully tested on a synthesized image dataset.
CALCULATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF POLYGONS USING SIMULATION MODELING
Authors:   Analytical and Control Systems in Transport LLC (Transport Algorithm LLC), Moscow, Russia, Osokin O.V. , Kolokolnikov V.S. ,   Ural State University of Railway Engineering, Yekaterinburg, Russia
Published: July 2024

The article presents the technology of integrated modeling of station necks and parks. The results of experiments on macro and micro models show their good comparability. The proposed principles are implemented in the IMETRA simulation system designed for modeling large polygons. The polygon model allows you to correctly determine its throughput and identify problem areas.
MULTI-AGENT OPTIMAL CONTROL SYNTHESIS ALGORITHM A MULTI-MODE MOVING OBJECT AS AN EXAMPLE ELECTRIC ROLLING STOCK OF RAILWAYS
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Savoskin A.N. , Yurenko K.I. ,   M.I. Platov South Russian State Polytechnic University (NPI), Novocherkassk, Russia, Yurenko I.K. ,   M.I. Platov South Russian State Polytechnic University (NPI), Novocherkassk, Russia
Published: July 2024

The article is devoted to the problem of optimizing train modes. The control object - an electric rolling stock is considered as a multimode dynamic system. The formulation of the problem of forming optimal modes of train movement as a synthesis of optimal control of a hybrid (logical-dynamic system) system is clarified. A multi-agent algorithm for solving it has been developed and investigated using a simulation model.
EFFICIENT USE OF PASSENGER ROLLING STOCK NON-CLASSICAL COMPOSITION IN BOARDING AND DEBOARDING SPEED-UP
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Saitov R.I. , Isajeva S.M. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT)
Published: July 2024

This article deals with the problem of passenger boarding and deboarding speed-up with stock non-classical composition of passenger rolling stock application. The authors address various approaches to transport interior space arrangement, conduct comparative analysis of existing theories from the perspective of their impact on passengers’ comfort and realizable value. Scientific novelty of the research is defined by authors innovative solution of announced concept issue: car model with floor running level. The conclusion dwells upon the suggested solutions implementation considerations in real terms with potential strengths and limitations identification.
MODELS OF TRAIN PARKING DURATIONS FOR INTELLIGENT CENTRALIZED CONTROL SYSTEMS
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Baranov L.A. , Zhang Yongxian ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Ermakova A.E. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT)
Published: July 2024

The role of models of train parking durations in intelligent metro train traffic control systems is shown. The classification of parking duration models and their analysis are given. Deterministic, stochastic, and combined models are considered. The application of models with the prediction of disturbances is justified. The efficiency of using intelligent extrapolators of disturbances in real-time control systems is shown. The features of using the results of forecasting disturbances in intelligent centralized metro train traffic control systems are considered.
ANALYZING TECHNOLOGIES FOR CREATING MOBILE APPLICATIONS
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Belinskiy A.S.
Published: July 2024

Mobile devices are becoming one of the most important components of our daily life, mobile application development plays a key role in obtaining information, convenience and availability of services. This paper will make recommendations on choosing the most convenient tools for development, based on the analysis of a number of the most popular technologies for creating a mobile application.
PECULIARITIES OF THE INFLUENCE OF THE TECHNICAL CONDITION OF TRANSPORT FACILITIES ON ENSURING THE TRANSPORT SAFETY OF CARGO TRANSPORTATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF MYANMAR
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Win Ko Myint Thu , Smirnova O.V. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT)
Published: July 2024

Transportation plays a major role in developing countries like Myanmar, where the construction industry is growing quickly. As a developing country, Myanmar frequently experiences resource constraints in the transportation sector, which can lead to issues with project integrity and quality in construction projects. Because the advancement of transportation directly affects a country's quality of life, Myanmar is now working to improve the technical state of its transportation infrastructure and the quality of its transportation system. In order to improve cargo transport across the nation, the Ministry of Construction (MOC) must supply high-quality materials and procedures, as well as educate and teach construction enterprises on standard quality, appropriate material usage, and skilled laborers. Although the construction of new transportation infrastructure has contributed significantly to Myanmar's rapid economic growth maintenance of the country's current road system is also required to ensure the country's sustained safe growth. The authors presented a quick overview of the current state of the Myanmar transport networks and concentrated on its major cities, where severe cargo transportation challenges exist, in an effort to assist in resolving concerns that are comparable in remote areas. Effective cargo transport systems will boost Myanmar's production, which will directly con tribute to the nation's economic expansion.
HIDING FREQUENCY AND ORDER IN AN ENCRYPTED POSTGRESQL DATABASE WITH RANGE QUERY RUNNING ABILITY
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Davydovskiy M.A.
Published: July 2024

Order-preserving encryption allows you to run range queries on encrypted databases. The disadvantage of such encryption is the ability to determine the frequencies of values in the data. Therefore, encryption algorithms have been developed that hide the frequency in the ordered data. However, the original data order can be used in attacks on the database. This work proposes an additional data transformation that hides the frequency and order of the data, but leaves the ability to perform queries that exploit the order in the data. Expression indexes and stored functions in the PostgreSQL system are used for this purpose.
APPROACHES TO DETERMINING OBSTACLES ON A RAILWAY TRACK USING NEURAL NETWORKS
Authors:   Joint-Stock Company ", Kulagin M.A. ,   Scientific Research Institute of Railway Transport",   , Moscow, Russia, Yanchenko G.O. ,   Joint-Stock Company "Scientific Research Institute of Railway Transport", Moscow, Russia
Published: July 2024

The article discusses the application of machine learning and computer vision technologies in the task of detecting obstacles on railway tracks. The research focuses on the use of DeepLabV3+ and YOLO neural network architectures for processing video streams, which makes it possible to increase the accuracy and speed of detecting potentially dangerous objects. The article presents the results of a comparative analysis of various combinations of models according to the criteria of detection quality and frame processing time. The results of the study confirm that the integrated approach not only increases the effectiveness of the detection system, but also contributes to improving the overall safety of railway transport. In conclusion, the article discusses the prospects for further improvement of systems based on the studied methods and approaches, as well as the possibility of their practical implementation in real conditions of railway transport operation.
METHODS OF EVALUATING THE QUALITY OF PSEUDORANDOM NUMBER GENERATORS
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Kuminov V.P. , Sidorenko V.G. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT)
Published: July 2024

This article discusses methods for evaluating the quality of pseudorandom number generators. The work includes a review of existing evaluation methods and proposes a new approach based on the application of machine learning.
SECURE BOOT OF OPERATING SYSTEMS IN COMPUTERS OF TRANSPORT CONTROL SYSTEMS
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Larina T.B.
Published: July 2024

The article is devoted to the organization of loading operating systems in computers with firmware BIOS and UEFI BIOS. The steps for booting from MBR and GPT mapped hard drives are discussed. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of aspects of secure boot and potential vulnerabilities at all stages of the boot process.
INTELLIGENT SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATIC CONTROL OVER THE DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Malinskiy S.V. , Dukhov I.K. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Martemyanova A.A. ,   Russian University of Transport (MIIT)
Published: July 2024

The article discusses the results of the development of an intelligent system for automatic control over the disclosure of personal data. The methodology for selecting and testing transcribers is described. Four neural network models have been developed and trained to recognize personal data. Based on the selected transcriber and the best trained neural network model, an intelligent system was developed.
ANALYSIS OF DATA SETS FOR THE STUDY OF COMPUTER NETWORK VULNERABILITIES
Authors:   Russian University of Transport (MIIT), Niang Papa Malick
Published: July 2024

One of the main challenges is the lack of a real-world data set that reflects modern network traffic scenarios and contains common transactions as well as common and emerging attacks. This article aims to compare the KDD99, IoTID20, UNSW-NB15, CICIDS2017 datasets with each other and identify a dataset that meets the requirements.
CONCEPT OF AN INTELLIGENT SYSTEM FOR ANALYZING THE INFLUENCE OF FACTORS DETERMINING THE ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF ELECTRIC TRACTION OF TRAINS AND MEASURES THAT INCREASE THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF THE TRANSPORTATION PROCESS
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education ", Vilgelm A.S. ,   Omsk State University of Railway Engineering",   (OmGUPS),Omsk, Russia
Published: July 2024

An article about the organization of intelligent analysis of the energy efficiency of train traction. The factors influencing the energy intensity of electric traction are classified. The measures at JSC Russian Railways that affect energy efficiency are presented. A functional diagram of the intelligent system has been developed and a list of tasks necessary for its implementation has been generated.
An interdisciplinary approach to studying academic success in STEM
Authors: Taasoobshirazi Gita , Peifer Janelle , Duncan Lindsay , Ajuebor Anita , Sneha Sweta
Published: July 2024

This paper recommends that the research on giftedness, expertise, and gender/racial disparities in science be used in combination, on behalf of a new theoretical framework, for studying academic success in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The variables characterizing expertise are presented followed by a discussion of what constitutes giftedness. We then discuss the variables considered to be contributing factors to gender and racial disparities in science. The paper concludes that the variables that define these areas of research can comprehensively identify and provide a firm paradigm for what researchers should evaluate collectively to understand success in science. We put forth several recommendations for future research studying science learning and for efforts to support expertise, particularly for women and underrepresented minorities.
Sustentabilidad, territorio y pueblos indígenas en Colombia
Authors: García Atra Lizeth Juliana
Published: July 2024

Partiendo de una contextualización respecto a la situación de los pueblos indígenas en América Latina, se pretende -a través de este documento- establecer de qué manera puede la sustentabilidad atarse o sujetarse a “lo indígena”. Para tales efectos, se toma como referencia algunos conceptos asociados a los territorios analizando, a posteriori, algunas ideas relevantes en punto a la cosmovisión de estos grupos y reflexionando sobre la sustentabilidad y sostenibilidad como conceptos aplicados al fenómeno que se estudia.
Perbedaan Massa dan RPM Terhadap Adsorben Karbon Pelepah Sawit pada Pemurnian Minyak Jelantah
Authors: Fithry Dwi Annisa , Haryanto Bode , Febrisma Anggun , Hutabarat Astrina , Affandi Rizki
Published: July 2024

The statistics center in 2021 stated that North Sumatra is the second largest palm oil-producing province in Indonesia with a plantation area of 1,373.30 Ha. The use of cooking oil in Indonesia in 2021 was 18.4 million tons and increased by 6% from the previous year. This research utilizes palm fronds for the manufacture of adsorbents in cooking oil refining. The method used is carbonization with the help of pyrolysis. The carbon is chopped into powder and divided by variations of 1.5, 3, and 4.5 grams. Each gram is stirred using a shaker with speed variations of 50, 70, and 100 rpm. Turbidity is tested using a turbidimeter once every 20 minutes for 180 minutes. The results of the analysis showed that the best adsorbent weight in reducing used cooking oil was 4.5 grams with a turbidity level of 15.5 NTU and stirring of 100 rpm.
The Effect of Overconfidence Bias on Investment Decision: Sharia Stock Considerations
Authors: Sudirman Wahyu Febri Ramadhan , Nurnasrina Nurnasrina , Syaipudin Muhammad , Priyatno Arif Mudi
Published: July 2024

Investment decisions are a complex process involving risk evaluation, market analysis, and investment return projections. In the decision-making process, investors sometimes show irrational behavior because they have cognitive limitations and previous investment experience so investors are exposed to overconfident behavior. This research used 178 samples consisting of investors who had investment experience of at least 1 year. The research carried out instrument testing and used the common method bias (CMB) testing procedure. The analytical method in the research uses simple linear regression. The results of testing the research hypothesis obtained positive and significant results of overconfidence bias towards irrational investment decisions The moderating role of sharia sharia considerations on the relationship between overconfidence bias and unsupported investment decisions. This research reveals that overconfidence can have a positive influence on irrational investment decision-making. Investors who tend to have excess confidence in their knowledge and skills in analyzing the market tend to make investment decisions that are more impulsive, less rational and sometimes ignore risks significantly. Future research is recommended to further investigate the mechanisms behind the relationship between overconfidence and irrational investment decision-making, as well as involving a wider sample to obtain stronger generalizations.
Rancang Bangun Alat Angkut Bahan Baku Guna Meningkatkan Efektivitas Material Handling dengan Pendekatan Ergonomi
Authors: Hartono Moh Arief Andri , Purnama Jaka
Published: July 2024

PT Candi Jaya Amerta is a company engaged in the food sector and produces various types of traditional crackers, such as shrimp crackers, fish crackers, and other variations. The process of manually transporting flour raw materials at PT CJA takes a long time so that it can reduce the effectiveness of material handling. In this study, the design of an ergonomic raw material transport tool was carried out with the aim of reducing the level of fatigue in workers and speeding up the process of moving raw materials. the method used is the anthropometric method. the results of collecting anhtropometric data on workers are used to design the tool. the cardiovascular load method is used to measure the level of fatigue of workers based on the pulse rate of workers. the dimensions of the tool have a height of 114cm, width of 80cm, length of 125cm, and tool reach of 88cm. the percentage of worker fatigue is known with % CVL before using the tool design. worker 1 = 72.5%, worker 2 = 61.22% then there is a decrease in fatigue levels after using the tool design to %CVL worker 1 = 43%, worker 2 = 26%.
Manajemen Proyek Pengerjaan Pipa Air pada PT. X Menggunakan Metode CPM dan PERT
Authors: Wiranda Fauzi Irfan , Murnawan Hery
Published: July 2024

A project is a temporary activity that has a beginning and end specified in time and scope. To support the success of a project, project management needs to be carried out. In general, a project is held by a contractor. contractors who have the obligation to carry out work according to the plan, schedule the activities to be carried out, provide supporting tools for project implementation. One company operating in this field is CV. Andhika Kencana. Now CV. Andhika Kencana is carrying out work on several projects, one of which is the water pipe installation project at PT. X. This research aims to guarantee the water pipe installation project at PT. X is right in terms of cost, quality and time. This research uses 2 methods to analyze project work schedules, namely the Critical Path Method (CPM) and Project Evaluation And Review Technique (PERT). The results of this research show that the critical path on this project is A-B-C-D-G-H-K-L-M-N-O with different completion times. Using the CPM method, the project can be completed in a total of 65 working days, which is 1.15% faster than the normal time. Meanwhile, using the PERT method, the project can be completed in a total of 66.2 working days with a chance of 70.88%, which is 1.13% faster than the normal time.
Pengaruh Penambahan Variasi Abu Tempurung Kelapa Terhadap Karakteristik Mortar
Authors: Mauludiyana Gita , Trimurtiningrum Retno , Sutriono Bantot , Rochmah Nurul
Published: July 2024

Awareness of the importance of sustainable construction practices and research to explore alternative materials or waste that can be recovered to reduce material use and waste. This was done to evaluate coconut shell ash waste as a partial additive to cement in mortar mixtures. The research carried out aimed to determine the results of the influence of coconut shell ash waste on the absorption value to obtain overall analysis results on mortar mixtures using coconut shell ash additives with variations of 0%, 2.5%, 5%, 7.5%, 10%. The results obtained on the effect of adding coconut shell ash on the water absorption value show that a mixture of coconut shell ash can make mortar lose water more easily when compared to normal mortar, namely with the highest water absorption value of 9.307% in a mixture of 10% coconut shell ash.
Mağara Analojisi: Bilimkurgu Eşliğinde Tekno-İn
Authors: Sağıroğlu Erman
Published: July 2024

İnsan, yaşamının özüne hayatı anlamlandırmayı koyan bir varlıktır. İnsanın bu çabası prehistorik zamanlarında hayati kavramlar üzerine kurgulanmıştır. Kültürel yapıların ve düşünce sistemlerinin ortaya çıkmasıyla birlikte ise daha kompleks kavramların anlamlandırılma çabasına girildiği görülmektedir. Kümülatif kültür yapılarıyla gelinen bu noktada insan o kadar fazla şeye maruz kalmaktadır ki hem kendi yaşamının hem de hayatın özünden uzaklaşmaktadır. Yerleşik düzene geçen, kültürü inşa etmeye başlayan ve bunun sonucunda ataerkil düzene geçiş yapan insan için en önemli algılama sistemi görme haline gelmiştir. Görme deneyimlerimizin depo alanı olan görsel hafıza, insanlık için kendi tarihini yazdığı çağlardan bu yana her zaman bir adım önde olmuştur.
Hayallerimizde oluşturduğumuz mekân, zaman ve yaşam imgelerinin soyut ya da somut olarak en iyi şekilde vücut bulduğu alan bilimkurgudur. Bilimkurgu, sinema sanatı ile başarılı bir birliktelik oluşturmuştur. Şüphesiz bu başarının ardında yatan en önemli sebeplerden biri de görsel hafıza yoluyla daha çok etki altına giren insanın edebiyata göre daha geniş kitlelere ulaşan sinema içeriklerini çabuk içselleştirmesidir. Bilimkurgu filmleri insanın bugününü ve olası yarınını hem felsefi hem de görsel olarak ortaya koymaktadır. Bu felsefi ve görsel dünya, zaman ve şartlara göre bazen bir ütopya sunsa da genellikle distopik yapılar ön plana çıkmaktadır. Ayrıca distopik yapılarda açıkça belirtilen uyarılar, ütopik yapılarda kendilerini iyi niyet gösterilerinin bir şerhi olarak göstermektedir. Tüm bu olay ve olgular sonucunda bilimin, teknolojinin, inanç sistemlerinin aynı düzlem içerisinde yükselme hedefinin gerçekleşmediği görülmektedir. Aksine insanlık doğanın dönüşüm trendine yakalanmış olabilir. Sonuç olarak insanın dönüp geldiği yer, maddi olarak farklı olsa da felsefi ve manevi anlamda Platon’un mağarasıdır.
IT Management Shapes Marketing Using React Native at Gold Konveksi
Authors: Elva Yesri , Nur Rahman Sepsa , Kurnia Hezy
Published: July 2024

Gold Konveksi is a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) engaged in the garment industry that has not yet fully utilized technology in its marketing and product promotion. As a result, Gold Konveksi's market reach has been limited. This study aims to analyze the responses from questionnaires completed by respondents, with a specific focus on respondent profiles to generate brief demographic information. The objective of this study is to assess the readiness of both employees and customers of Gold Konveksi towards the adoption of new technology. The methods used in this research include data collection through questionnaires filled out by 247 respondents. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire instruments were tested using SPSS data processing. The validity test involved applying the r-value formula, compared to the r-table value, to determine validity. The reliability test was conducted using Cronbach's Alpha value compared to the reliability threshold. Additionally, the Technology Readiness Index (TRI) was calculated to measure user readiness in adopting new technology. The results of the study indicated a high level of readiness among users. The program interface was evaluated, and system testing was conducted using black box testing to ensure its functionality. Overall, the findings of the research show a high level of readiness among users in adopting new technology, which is expected to enhance transactions and sales data recording at Gold Konveksi.
An Exploratory Study on Disinhibition and Interpersonal Outcomes in Daily Life
Authors: Mostajabi Janan , Wright Aidan G.C.
Published: July 2024

Disinhibition is a personality trait with broad health implications and has been included in several prominent models of maladaptive personality traits and psychopathology, such as the DSM-5 Alternative Model of Personality Disorders, the Hierarchical Taxonomy of Psychopathology. Cross-sectional global self-report and clinical interview research suggest that disinhibition has a tight link with interpersonal problems, particularly antagonistic problems. However, very little work has examined how individual differences in disinhibition manifest in interpersonal functioning in social situations in daily life. We examined how trait disinhibition and its lower-level facets (e.g., Irresponsibility, Impulsivity, Distractibility) relate to ecological momentary assessments of interpersonal interactions in daily life across three samples (Total Person N = 1,068, Total Observation N = 38,212). Results showed a consistent and positive association between trait disinhibition and negative affect in daily life, above and beyond the effect of trait antagonism, as well as negative association with warmth during social interactions. These findings have implications for the manifestation of disinhibition in daily life and the relationship between externalizing and internalizing psychopathology.
Inattentive respondents cause attenuation bias in conjoint experiments
Authors: Kabdullin Agabek
Published: July 2024

In forced choice conjoint experiments, in expectation, the respondents should be picking between two answer options at the same rate thanks to randomization of profile attributes. Using replication data, I demonstrate that this empirical regularity does not always hold across various political science experiments: respondents pick the first option more often. I employ data from seven original conjoint experiments to show that it is inattentive respondents who are driving this result. I derive that this primacy bias leads to attenuation of estimates. Finally, I present a research design that pins down the mechanism behind primacy bias and elucidates whether it is the product of the language of instruction or survey layout.
A standardized definition of Rapid Evidence Assessment for environmental applications
Authors: Schofield Kate A. , Cook Carly , Fisher Jonathan Robert Brewster , Webb James Angus , Cheng Samantha H , Christie Alec Philip , Cooke Steven J , Dubois Natalie , Frampton Geoff , Macura Biljana , Nichols Susan J , Richards Rob , Aicher Rebecca , Mason Sara , Anderson Erik , Betley Erin , Borsuk Mark , Busch Jonah , Carlson Sara , Dubois Jean-Jacques , Eales Jacqualyn , Game Edward , Irvine Robyn , Muir Matt , Olander Lydia , Pollard Amina , Porzecanski Ana , Radke-Farabaugh Elizabeth , Randall Nicola , Riley Trevor , Ritchie Stephanie Mary , Salafsky Nick , Sigouin Amanda , Stevens Kara , Ridley Caroline
Published: July 2024

Evidence assessment—identifying, evaluating, and synthesizing data and findings from previous studies—is important to inform environmental decision-making but can be slow and resource intensive. Users seeking more efficient approaches have developed a wide range of definitions and methods for Rapid Evidence Assessment (REA), raising concerns about consistency and rigor. To improve consistency and confidence in REA, we convened an international group of evidence users and researchers to define REA for environmental applications. Our iteratively developed consensus definition of REA highlights it as an efficient, structured process that is suitable for decisions with moderate to high risk profiles; transparent regarding the trade-offs required and potential bias; able to integrate multiple types of evidence; and reflective of the decision-making context. Having a standardized definition of REA, which improves transparency and facilitates decisions about the appropriate levels of required rigor, will be helpful to those who commission, carry out, and use REAs.
“We go hunting…”: Understanding experiences of people living with obesity and food insecurity when shopping for food in the supermarket to meet their weight related goals
Authors: Hunter Emma , Stone Rebecca Ann , Brown Adrian , Hardman Charlotte , Johnstone Alexandra , Greatwood Hannah , Dineva Mariana , Douglas Flora
Published: July 2024

The high prevalence of food insecurity in the United Kingdom has been exacerbated by the cost-of-living crisis. In high-income countries, those experiencing food insecurity struggle to buy and consume foods that meet Government healthy eating recommendations, and are at increased risk of obesity, linked to poor diet quality. Individuals in high-income countries purchase most of their food to consume at home from supermarkets, making this an important context within which healthier and environmentally sustainable food purchasing should be supported. However, the lived experience of supermarket food purchasing in people living with obesity and food insecurity has not been explored in depth. Adults, living in England and Scotland, who self-identified as living with obesity and food insecurity and looking to reduce their weight, were recruited to take part in semi-structured interviews (n = 25) or focus groups (n = 8) to explore their experience of shopping for food in the supermarket. Using thematic analysis, four main themes were generated: 1) the Conscious Consumer; decision making and effortful practices both in preparation of and during the shopping trip, 2) the Restricted Consumer; restrictions around the type of food purchased, where food can be purchased and the resulting emotional toll, 3) Mitigating the Rising Cost of Food; agency and actions taken to mitigate high food prices, 4) Stigma; instances of perceived and/ or experienced weight and poverty-related stigma and the physical actions and cognitive social comparisons used to minimise stigma. Findings provide insights for evidence-based policy on the need for upstream changes within the wider food system to address the social determinants of health and support people living with obesity and food insecurity to eat healthier and more sustainable diets.