bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Strategic Planning and Service Delivery at Kenya Power Headquarters in Kenya
Authors: Wanjiku Elizabeth Muthoni , Njuguna Videlis Njeri
Published: October 2024

Purpose: The major objective was to establish how strategic planning affected service delivery in KenyaPower. The study was based on the theory of contingency.
Methodology: The study employed descriptive design. The target population consisted of 247 managers at various levels (low-level, mid-level and senior-level) from 11 departments at headquarters of Kenya Power. This study employed stratified random sampling techniques to select sample size of 114 staff. The study used primary data collection utilizing both open and closed-ended questionnaire. The questionnaires were distributed and collected using a drop-off and pick-up later method. The quantitative analysis used descriptive techniques such as frequency, percentage, standard deviations and means. The research also employed linear regression to examine the effect of strategic planning on service delivery.
Findings: The research established that strategic planning (β=0.787; p=0.000) had substantial effects on service delivery at KenyaPower. Research concluded that strategic plannings have significant effects on delivery of services in Kenya Power.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study recommended that Kenya Power's executives should implement training programs for its workers. This would provide employees with the essential skills and abilities needed to improve the quality of service delivered to clients. Kenya Power should also make sure that its goals and objectives are clear and understandable to employees at every level by use of efficient communications.
Role of Artificial Intelligence in Forensics
Authors: Dr. Pratiksha Gujar  , Dr. Amol Sabale
Published: October 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a critical domain within software engineering, focusing on computer processes capable of emulating human behaviors and cognitive processes such as learning, reasoning, adaptation and self –correction. Concurrently forensic science applies scientific methodologies to criminal investigations, specifically concentrating on analyzing evidence within criminal cases. The conventional methods of conducting autopsies and forming opinions exhibit numerous limitations, many of which can be effectively addressed through AI integration. Digital forensics stands out as one of the most rapidly advancing technologies, profoundly influencing the techniques and tools employed for analyzing, monitoring and visualizing crime scenes to mitigate emerging threats and cyber-attacks. Moreover, the realm encompasses forensic medicine, which applies medical expertise to administer justice in Legal proceedings, thereby resolving associate legal complexities. Leveraging the capabilities of AI enables the swift and through sorting of files without manual intervention, significantly expediting investigative processes. Furthermore,AI plays a pivotal role in the identification of mutilated bodies, facilitating the development of tools to reconstruct full facial features. AI generated images can provide remarkable resemblances, aiding in accurately depicting facial features to aid identification efforts. Integrating AI into forensic practices enhances efficiency, accuracy and overall effectiveness in resolving criminal cases
Comparative Study of Air Pollution with Ayurveda and its Management
Authors: Dr. Shweta Baswaraj Khanapure  , Dr. Manohar Khankhane
Published: October 2024

Background Environmental pollution is increasing day by day and imposing severe and irreversible damage to the world. Air pollution is one of the biggest threats for the environment and affecting humans, animals, crops, cities, forests, aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental Toxicology is the science concerned with study of harmful effects of various chemical, biological and physical agents on living organisms. In Ayurveda Charakacharya has briefly described the environmental health in chapter named Janpadodhvansaniyavimanam. Ayurveda has a dedicated branch called Agadatantra which deals with the toxicological aspects of living entities of environment.
Aims and objectives We aim to relate and validate this knowledge pertaining to the air pollution.
Material and method the references available regarding the air pollution in classical texts were studied and compared with the available information in the contemporary medical literatures. Signs of air pollution given in the text compared and studied with signs of Air pollution.
Discussion Ayurveda terms of Vikrut and Prakrut Vayu described in Granthas are found to be relatable with contemporary findings.
Conclusion Air pollution described in Ayurveda are very precise and explanatory. Management of air pollution with this ancient science are the new open windows for healthy air breathing for every living organism.
Assuring Sustainability: Enhancing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Ratings in Top-40 Johannesburg Stock of Exchange Companies
Authors: Chonco Celumusa Makepeace , Madwe Mziwendoda Cyprian , Zungu Amos
Published: October 2024

Sustainability reporting has become increasingly common as companies respond to stakeholders’ expectations, pressures, and criticisms demanding better information about the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) scores impacts of business activities. To build stakeholders’ confidence, firms are increasingly seeking independent third-party assurance on their sustainability reports. Despite this trend, little is known about the impact of assurance levels provided on the SRs on ESG performance of firms in South Africa. This paper focuses on exploring the effect of different assurance levels on ESG ratings for the top 40 Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed companies. A quantitative approach was used to establish the relationship between assurance levels on sustainability reports and sustainability performance measured using ESG scores. The sustainability performance was measured using ESG ratings from London Stock Exchange Group and Bloomberg rating agencies. Data was collected from reports of the firms listed at JSE for the financial years 2022 and 2023. The results establish a significant and positive relationship between the levels of assurance on SRs and ESG ratings of firms listed on the JSE. This study contributes to the literature by providing insights into the relationship between external assurance and the quality of ESG reports.
Overview of Structure from Motion
Authors: Mijakovska Svetlana
Published: October 2024

In this paper is given an overview of tools and techniques for obtain information about the geometry of 3D scenes from 2D images. The generating three-dimensional structure from a series of 2D images or video of scenes is known as Structure from Motion (SfM). A central tenet of structure from motion is that, given the position of a feature in one image, it is possible to find the corresponding position of the same feature in successive images. We described methods for the simultaneous recovery of 3D points and camera projection matrices using corresponding image points in multiple views. Structure from Motion (SfM) is a fascinating field within computer vision that seeks to reconstruct a three-dimensional structure of the environment from a sequence of two-dimensional images. At the heart of SfM lies a set of sophisticated algorithms that enable the extraction of spatial information from a series of images. Two public repositories that may be of use are Open SfM and Colmap.
Impact of NPS Fertilizer and Plant Spacing on Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) Yield and Quality
Authors:   Department	of	Horticulture,	College	of	Agriculture,	Rajmata	Vijayaraj	Scindia	Krishi	Vishwa	Vidyalaya	(RVSKVV)	Gwalior,	India, Dawar Intjar Singh , Anbarasan S. , Malathi G. , Waoo Ashwini	A. , Tripathi Gagan ,   Department	of	Agronomy,	Faculty	of	Agriculture,	Annamalai	University,	Tamilnadu-India,   Head	Horticultural	Research	Station,	Yercaud,		Salem,Tamil	Nadu,	India,   Department	of	Biotechnology,	FLST,	AKS	University,	SATNA,	MP	–	485001,	India,   G.	B.	Pant	University	of	Agriculture	and	Technology,	Pantnagar,	Tanda	Range,	Uttarakhand	263145,	India
Published: October 2024

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) is a widely cultivated herb valued for its aromatic leaves and seeds, which are used in culinary and medicinal applications. Optimizing its cultivation practices, particularly in terms of nutrient management and plant spacing, is crucial for maximizing yield and quality. This review comprehensively examines the effects of NPS (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Sulfur) fertilizer and plant spacing on the growth, yield, and quality of coriander. It aims to synthesize recent research findings, highlight the optimal fertilizer rates and spacing configurations, and discuss their implications for sustainable coriander production.
Exploring Morpho-Anatomical Attributes, Phytochemical, and HPTLC Profile of Enicostema axillare (Poir. ex Lam.) A.Raynal
Authors: Nampelli P. , Rao S. Gangadhar , Kamalakar P.
Published: October 2024

Enicostema axillare (Lam.) A. Raynal, known as the Indian whitehead, is member of Gentiaceae family and has been used medicinally for a very long time both in India and around the world. The objective of the present work comprises collection, identification, macroscopical, microscopical, and phytochemical evaluation and HPTLC fingerprint analysis on Leaves of E. axillare. The surface studies of the leaf are amphistomatic, with anisocytic stomata and trichome complex absent in both surfaces. The T.S of Leaf is slightly flat adaxially and ribbed on abaxially at midvein, presence of one layered epidermis. Mesophyll is heterogenous, differentiated into palisade and spongy tissues, and interspersed with sphaerocrystaliferous idioblasts. The ground tissue of the mid vein consists of palisade 1-2 layered and parenchyma 1-3 layered. The midvein consists of a single oval-shaped vascular bundle, at the center. The microscopic and organoleptic characters of the powder are provided. The phytochemical analysis following hot continuous and successive extraction by Soxhlet apparatus on various extracts indicates the presence of alkaloids, phenolic glycosides, tannins, steroids and terpenoids flavonoids, saponins, phytosterols, fixed oils, gums and mucilage’s, etc., It is discovered that the number of spots, and Rf values of HPTLC are distinct diagnostic features of the plant for identification. The information accumulated through the combination of chemical and botanical screening could potentially be utilized for establishing pharmacopeial standards as well as creating a standard for the identification and authentication of E. axillare.
Data analytics for visualization of business insights for an online retail store using Python
Authors: Arun Kumar Mishra  , Megha Sinha  , Sudhanshu Kumar Jha
Published: October 2024

In today’s world, data is becoming an organization's most important asset. Businesses have easy access to large amounts of data from a range of sources, and when those data are processed quickly and reliably, the chances of obtaining useful insights to inform data-driven decision-making are significantly increased. Modern corporate strategy must include data analytics because it offers critical insights that improve operational efficiency and decision-making. Using data analytics to visualize company insights can significantly improve a number of areas for an online retail store, including marketing strategy, customer experience, inventory management, and sales. This paper aims a thorough examination at the main areas, methods, and approaches that may be used to delve into business insights using data analytics, as well as the advantages it has for online retailers using a sample online retail dataset..
Keywords:  Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Inventory, Sales Analysis, Descriptive Analytics.
SISTEM INFORMASI JASA PELAYANAN STUDIO PHOTO JP. PHOTOGRAPHY ENDE BERBASIS WEBSITE
Authors: Lado Bernadus , Sara Kristina , Mude Anastasia
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan sistem informasi berbasis website untuk layanan studio foto JP. Photography di Ende. Sistem ini dirancang untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan kemudahan dalam mengelola jasa pelayanan fotografi, termasuk pemesanan, manajemen jadwal, dan pengelolaan data klien. Metode yang digunakan meliputi analisis kebutuhan, perancangan sistem, dan implementasi menggunakan teknologi web modern. Hasil dari pengembangan sistem menunjukkan bahwa website ini dapat mempermudah proses pemesanan dan manajemen layanan dengan antarmuka yang intuitif dan fungsionalitas yang lengkap. Kesimpulannya, sistem informasi ini memberikan solusi yang efektif untuk meningkatkan kualitas layanan studio foto dan mempermudah akses bagi pelanggan dan pengelola studio. Penelitian ini berkontribusi pada penerapan teknologi informasi dalam sektor layanan fotografi dan menyediakan dasar untuk pengembangan lebih lanjut
O APRIMORAMENTO DA SEGURANÇA PÚBLICA NO BRASIL POR MEIO DO MODELO DE POLICIAMENTO COMUNITÁRIO
Authors: Silva Matheus Coelho Soares Borges da , Barros Filho Jorge
Published: October 2024

Um dos temas mais discutidos na seara da Segurança Pública no Brasil diz respeito à criminalidade. Homicídios, latrocínios, dentre vários outros tipos penais são realizados a cada minuto no país. Para mudar essa realidade, tem-se focado nas últimas décadas no policiamento comunitário, que de modo geral, é uma abordagem à aplicação da lei que enfatiza a colaboração entre a polícia e a comunidade local. Este estudo teve a finalidade de discorrer a respeito do quadro real da Segurança Pública brasileira. Para isso, focou-se no policiamento comunitário e sua eficácia social como medida para o aprimoramento dos serviços de Segurança Pública. Baseou-se em uma revisão bibliográfica, com fundamento em artigos científicos, livros, periódicos e na legislação atual sobre o respectivo tema. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de banco de dados tais como Scielo, Google Acadêmico, dentre outros, no período de 2018 a 2024. Nos resultados, constatou-se que ao envolver a comunidade na identificação e resolução de problemas locais de segurança, a polícia comunitária pode ajudar a prevenir o crime antes que ele ocorra. Isso é alcançado através da abordagem de questões subjacentes que contribuem para o crime, como falta de oportunidades para jovens, desordem pública e falta de iluminação em áreas problemáticas. A interação regular entre a polícia e a comunidade pode ajudar a reduzir os conflitos e mal-entendidos. Quando os membros da comunidade conhecem os policiais em uma capacidade não confrontacional, eles podem se sentir mais à vontade para relatar problemas e buscar ajuda quando necessário.
O ESTEREÓTIPO DE BELEZA NO USO DE ANABOLIZANTES: BENEFÍCIOS E MALEFÍCIOS
Authors: Reis Leila de Souza Azeredo , Silva Amanda Mafra da , Coelho Simony Ricci
Published: October 2024

Introdução: Atualmente é observada uma procura por corpos dentro dos padrões estéticos onde pessoas são influenciadas pela mídia, cultura e meios sociais. Para isso, se submetem a diversos recursos colocando a saúde em risco. Um desses recursos é a utilização de esteroides anabolizantes. Objetivo: Este trabalho teve como objetivo geral realizar uma revisão de literatura sobre os efeitos benéficos e maléficos do uso de anabolizantes para fins estéticos. Metodologia: Este estudo trata-se de uma revisão de literatura, de caráter descritivo e abordagem qualitativa, usando artigos publicados entre os anos 2019 e 2024. Resultados: O uso impróprio e abusivo dos anabolizantes androgênicos está relacionado com o padrão estético corporal imposto pela mídia, fazendo com que as pessoas se sintam cada vez mais insatisfeitas com seus corpos e busquem se adequar a tais padrões pré-estabelecidos. Conclusão: É importante que se reconheça que, quando feito de forma controlada, sob orientação médica e acompanhamento do farmacêutico, os anabolizantes apresentam inúmeros benefícios para a saúde, implicando e mais bem-estar e qualidade de vida para o indivíduo.
MULHERES IDOSAS NO BRASIL: ENTRE A INVISIBILIDADE E A LUTA POR SEUS DIREITOS
Authors: Oliveira Ana Lucia Navarro de , Correia Ana Maria da Silva , Querino Ana Célia
Published: October 2024

O envelhecimento populacional é um acontecimento mundial; no Brasil, ele tem se intensificado nos últimos anos. Nesse contexto, as mulheres idosas superam o número de homens idosos no país. Sendo assim, neste artigo, procurar-se-á destacar alguns aspectos referentes a esse grupo de pessoas, tais como: qual a visibilidade ofertada à mulher idosa brasileira na atual sociedade, cuja vulnerabilidade se encaixa justamente nos direitos humanos de segunda geração, ou seja, a igualdade de direitos sendo violada, principalmente, com relação à saúde, à moradia, à segurança social e à proteção ao meio ambiente; até que ponto o Direito tem sido emancipatório com relação a esse grupo quanto às injustiças financeiras e quanto ao reconhecimento, em que grau vem socorrendo as idosas brasileiras. Relativamente à Metodologia empregada, este trabalho, utilizando o método dedutivo, valeu-se da consulta a artigos científicos, que inspiraram sobremaneira a exposição atual do tema, questionando a vulnerabilidade da mulher idosa brasileira e os aspectos da feminização do envelhecimento, com ênfase às relações de trabalho.
Factores de riesgo relacionados con el desarrollo de fascitis plantar en empresa acerera
Authors: Maldonado Loredo Elena , Morin Betancourt Francisco Leonel , Dávila Méndez Lesvia Mayela
Published: October 2024

Introducción: El equipo de protección personal de acuerdo con la norma oficial mexicana NOM-017-STPS-2008 es el conjunto de elementos y dispositivos que tienen como objetivo proteger al trabajador contra accidentes y enfermedades que puedan generarse por motivo de su actividad laboral. Al ser el trabajo una situación donde el requisito legal es usarlo durante, al menos, 8 horas por día, durante varios días a la semana, el sufrimiento infringido por el uso del calzado laboral puede ser positivo en un 84%. La prevalencia de las patologías del pie se encuentra entre el 61-79% y contribuye a un impacto negativo en la calidad de vida, contribuye al 3.7% de lesiones del pie en la población en general y es el 15% de motivos de consulta en atención primaria. En México el 30% de la población padece de esta patología. Objetivo: Determinar factores de riesgo para desarrollar fascitis plantar. Además, conocer la incidencia de fascitis plantar en empresa acerera, conocer tipos de calzado utilizados en la empresa, analizar cumplimiento de NORMA Oficial Mexicana NOM-113-STPS-2009 de Seguridad-Equipo de protección personal-Calzado de protección-Clasificación y conocer la relación entre tipo de calzado laboral y fascitis plantar. Material y métodos: Se realizará estudio transversal, observacional, prospectivo, descriptivo en trabajadores de área de producción en empresa acerera. Tiempo para desarrollarse: enero de 2024 a julio 2024.
La tecnología en la gestión educativa
Authors: Valencia Camacho Cristina , Almeida Delgado Víctor
Published: October 2024

La tecnología en la gestión educativa ha revolucionado la administración y operación de las instituciones educativas. Las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (TIC) facilitan la gestión eficiente de procesos educativos y administrativos, mejorando la comunicación entre estudiantes, profesores y administradores. Plataformas de gestión del aprendizaje (LMS) como Moodle y Microsoft TEAMS permiten una administración eficaz de los cursos y una interacción mejorada entre los participantes del proceso educativo. Además, el uso de análisis de datos y big data permite una toma de decisiones informada y eficiente. Los datos recopilados pueden analizarse para mejorar la calidad educativa, optimizar recursos y predecir tendencias futuras. Esto incluye la personalización del aprendizaje, adaptando los programas de estudio a las necesidades individuales de cada estudiante, identificando sus fortalezas y debilidades a través del análisis de datos. Las TIC también apoyan la implementación de modelos de gestión basados en datos, permitiendo a las instituciones educativas hacer ajustes precisos en sus estrategias y operaciones. Por otro lado, la tecnología facilita el liderazgo educativo transformacional, que inspira y motiva al personal para alcanzar su máximo potencial y promover una cultura de innovación y mejora continua. En resumen, la integración de la tecnología en la gestión educativa mejora la eficiencia administrativa, la personalización del aprendizaje, la toma de decisiones basada en datos y fomenta un liderazgo transformacional, contribuyendo significativamente a la mejora de la calidad educativa.
Seasonal dynamics and regional distribution patterns of CO2 and CH4 in the north-eastern Baltic Sea
Authors: Lainela Silvie , Jacobs Erik , Luik Stella-Theresa , Rehder Gregor , Lips Urmas
Published: October 2024

Abstract. Significant research has been carried out in the last decade to describe the CO2 system dynamics in the Baltic Sea. However, there is a lack of knowledge in this field in the NE Baltic Sea, which is the main focus of the present study. We analysed the physical forcing and hydrographic background in the study year (2018) and tried to elucidate the observed patterns of surface water CO2 partial pressure (pCO2) and methane concentrations (cCH4). Surface water pCO2 and cCH4 were continuously measured during six monitoring cruises onboard R/V Salme, covering the Northern Baltic Proper (NBP), the Gulf of Finland (GoF), and the Gulf of Riga (GoR) and all seasons in 2018. The general seasonal pCO2 pattern showed oversaturation in autumn–winter (average relative CO2 saturation 1.2) and undersaturation in spring–summer (average relative CO2 saturation 0.5), but it locally reached the saturation level during the cruises in April, May, and August in the GoR and in August in the GoF. The cCH4 was oversaturated during the entire study period, and the seasonal course was not well exposed on the background of high variability. Surface water pCO2 and cCH4 distributions showed larger spatial variability in the GoR and GoF than in the NBP for all six cruises. We linked the observed local maxima to river bulges, coastal upwelling events, fronts, and occasions when vertical mixing reached the seabed in shallow areas. Seasonal averaging over the CO2 flux suggests a weak sink for atmospheric CO2 for all basins, but high variability and the long periods between cruises (temporal gaps in observation) preclude a clear statement.
Dynamic island mass effect from space. Part I: detecting the extent
Authors: Bourdin Guillaume , Karp-Boss Lee , Lombard Fabien , Gorsky Gabriel , Boss Emmanuel
Published: October 2024

Abstract. In the vast Pacific Ocean, remote islands and atolls induce mesoscale and sub-mesoscale processes that significantly impact the surrounding oligotrophic ocean, collectively referred to as the Island Mass Effect (IME). These processes include nutrient upwelling and phytoplankton biomass enhancement around islands, creating spatial and temporal heterogeneity in biogeochemical properties. Previous algorithms developed for detecting IME using satellite data are based on monthly or longer averages of satellite derived chlorophyll concentrations. As such, they tend to underestimate the true extent of this phenomenon because they do not take into account sub-mesoscale and short term temporal variations and because of the sensitivity of the detection algorithm to single pixel variability. Here we present a new approach that enhances satellite data recovery by merging products from multiple sensors and applying the POLYMER atmospheric correction. By integrating modelled surface currents with higher temporal resolution satellite observations, we dynamically track chlorophyll enhancements associated with IME and the advection of detached patches and filaments over distances exceeding 1000 km from their source. Our findings, applied to four island groups in the South Pacific, suggest that the ecological influence of IME on the oligotrophic ocean is much larger than previously recognized. This work provides a foundation for improved mechanistic understanding of IME and suggests broader implications for ocean ecology in subtropical regions. The approach developed here could be also be applied in studies on biological responses to other mesoscale and sub-mesoscale processes in other parts of the world's oceans.
Intercomparison of wind speed, temperature, and humidity data between dropsondes and aircraft in situ measurements
Authors: Namdari Soodabeh , Dmitrovic Sanja , Chen Gao , Choi Yonghoon , Crosbie Ewan , DiGangi Joshua P. , Diskin Glenn S. , Ferrare Richard A. , Hair Johnathan W. , Kirschler Simon , Nowak John B. , Thornhill Kenneth L. , Voigt Christiane , Vömel Holger , Zeng Xubin , Sorooshian Armin
Published: October 2024

Abstract. Airborne measurements of winds, temperature (T), and relative humidity (RH) are critical due to their importance for atmospheric processes. Data quality from these in situ measurements is difficult to assess and requires independent observations. This work intercompares for the first time in situ measurements from the Turbulent Air Motion Measurement System (TAMMS) of horizontal winds and T, and a diode laser hygrometer (RH) deployed on a HU-25 Falcon flying mostly within the marine boundary layer over the northwest Atlantic to an independent set of measurements from dropsondes launched from a higher-flying King Air. Leveraging data from 162 joint flights from these two spatially coordinated aircraft during the NASA ACTIVATE campaign in winter and summer seasons between 2020–2022, a total of 555 pairs of Falcon-dropsonde data points are identified within 30 km horizontal separation, minimal vertical separation (usually < 1 m), and within 15 minutes. This analysis is based on the following range of conditions experienced: altitude = ~0.1–5 km; T = -19 – 27 °C; RH = 1 – 100 %; wind speed = 0.2 – 42 m s-1. Based on scatterplots, correlation coefficients, and mean (in situ – dropsonde) error (ME), intercomparisons reveal good agreement for wind speed (r = 0.95, ME = 0.21 ± 1.68 m s-1), the u/v wind components (r ~ 0.96–0.97, ME ~ 0.03 – 0.16 (± 1.62 – 1.67) m s-1), wind direction (r = 0.94, ME = 0.00 ± 0.22 based on cosine of direction angles), T (r = 0.99, ME = 0.00 ± 0.71 °C), and RH (r = 0.91, ME = -3.86 ± 10.74 %). Sensitivity analysis shows that binning data into categories of horizontal separation distance, clear versus cloud, winter versus summer, altitude range, and terciles of the values examined variables did not yield major changes except for RH where there was more deviation especially above 70 %. The effect of statistics was examined by relaxing the vertical separation distance criteria to expand the number of pairs to over 360,000, without much difference in intercomparison metrics. The effect of averaging more points for each instrument in the final 555 pairs was also shown to lead to minimal change in agreement. Overall, these results provide confidence in the performance of the various measurement techniques for airborne field campaigns.
High-resolution observations of the ocean upper layer south of Cape St. Vincent, the western northern margin of the Gulf of Cádiz
Authors: Rautenbach Sarah A. , Mendes de Sousa Carlos , Carapuço Mafalda , Relvas Paulo
Published: October 2024

Abstract. This article presents an Eulerian physical and biogeochemical dataset from the Iberian Margin Cape St. Vincent Ocean observatory (IbMa-CSV), a facility of the European Multidisciplinary Seafloor and water column Observatory European Research Infrastructure Consortium (EMSO-ERIC), located 10 nautical miles south of Cape St. Vincent (Portugal), the southwest tip of the Iberian Peninsula and western limit of the northern margin of the Gulf of Cádiz (GoC). The observatory was installed on the shelf break, and the data time series spans 4 months for most of the variables. The upper 150 m were sampled intensively with a wave-powered vertical profiler at an average rate of 4.5 profiles per hour recording at 2 Hz when ascending at an approximate velocity of 0.2 m s−1 and 10 Hz when descending at a variable velocity. The vertical resolution was always higher than 0.2 m. Measured channels were conductivity, temperature, pressure, chlorophyll a, dissolved O2 concentration, and turbidity. Derived channels are sea pressure, depth, salinity, speed of sound, specific conductivity, dissolved O2 saturation, density anomaly, spiciness, and Brunt–Väisälä frequency. The acquired dataset includes the flow velocity and direction along the water column, taken from an upward-looking 300 kHz acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP) recorded every hour for 3 m depth bins extending the same depth range of the vertical profiler. A standard quality-control scheme was applied to the dataset. The dataset is preserved for multiple use and is accessible in the Sea Open Scientific Data Publication (SEANOE) repository via the following address: https://doi.org/10.17882/94769 (Rautenbach et al., 2022).
القيادة التحويلية لدى مديرات رياض الأطفال بمدينة الطائف من وجهة نظر المعلمات
Authors:   ماجستير القيادة التربوية، جامعة الطائف، المملكة العربية السعودية, السواط عائشة
Published: October 2024

هدفت هذه الدراسة إلى التعرف على درجة ممارسة المديرات للقيادة التحويلية في كافة أبعادها (التأثير المثالي، الحافز الإلهامي، التشجيع والابتكار، الاهتمام الفردي) في رياض الأطفال بمدينة الطائف من وجهة نظر المعلمات، استخدمت الدراسة المنهج الوصفي، كما اعتمدت الدراسة على أداة الاستبيان وتم تطبيقها على عينة من معلمات رياض الأطفال بمدينة الطائف وعددهم (247). أظهرت نتائج الدراسة أن درجة ممارسة مديرات رياض الأطفال للقيادة التحويلية لكافة الأبعاد (التأثير المثالي، الحافز الإلهامي، التشجيع والابتكار، الاهتمام الفردي) من وجهة نظر المعلمات جاءت بدرجة (مرتفعة جداً)، كما أظهرت نتائج الدراسة عدم وجود فروق ذات دلالة إحصائية عند مستوى (0.05) بين متوسطات درجات تقدير أفراد عينة الدراسة لمستوى ممارسة القيادة التحويلية لدى مديرات رياض الأطفال بمدينة الطائف من وجهة نظر المعلمات تبعاً للمتغيرات التالية (المؤهل الدراسي – عدد سنوات الخبرة -الدورات التدريبية). بناءً على النتائج التي توصلت إليها الدراسة فإن الباحثة توصي بضرورة إعادة النظر في المعايير التي يتم في ضوئها اختيار القادة من مديري مدارس رياض الأطفال لتصبح أكثر انسجاما مع رؤية المملكة 2030 وتوفر مناخ إبداعي يدعم القيادة التحويلية في المدارس الثانوية، وضرورة تصميم برامج لتنمية القادة بحيث يتضمن منهجا تقنيا يأخذ في الاعتبار أفضل الممارسات القيادة التحويلية والمسؤولية المجتمعية، وضرورة توفير متطلبات القيادة التحويلية ليتمكن مديرات رياض الأطفال من ممارسة هذا النمط من أنماط القيادة.
سبل إرشاد الطلبة لإنجاح التعليم المدمج من وجهة نظر المرشدين التربويين في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية
Authors:   أستاذ علم الاجتماع وباحث في مجال العلوم الاجتماعية، رام الله، فلسطين, علاونة عبد المجيد
Published: October 2024

لقد هدف هذا البحث الى توضيح العوامل المؤثرة على السبل الخاصة بإرشاد الطلبة لإنجاح التعليم المدمج من وجهة نظر المرشدين التربويين في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية، وقد تكون مجتمع هذا البحث بالمرشدين التربويين العاملين في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية في مدينة نابلس الفلسطينية فقط في العام الدراسي 2023/ 2024م، وقد تكونت العينة من (42) من تلك الفئة مستخدماً بذلك الباحث المنهج الوصفي التحليلي وأداة الاستبانة، وقد توصل الباحث الى العديد من النتائج جاء منها: أن هنالك مساواة تامة بين المرشدين التربويين العاملين في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية من حيث النوع الاجتماعي، وتبين أن العوامل الموجودة بالمجتمع العربي الفلسطيني والمؤثرة على سبل إرشاد الطلبة لإنجاح التعليم المدمج من وجهة نظر المرشدين التربويين في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية قد جاءت بشكل متوسط، وتبين أن سبل إرشاد الطلبة لإنجاح التعليم المدمج من وجهة نظر المرشدين التربويين في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية قد جاءت بشكل منخفض، وتبين أن هنالك فروق ذات دلالة احصائية ما بين العوامل الخاصة بالمجتمع العربي الفلسطيني وبين سبل إرشاد الطلبة لإنجاح التعليم المدمج من وجهة نظر المرشدين التربويين في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية، وقد ظهر أن أكثر العوامل تأثيراً على عمل المرشد التربوي العامل في المدارس الحكومية الفلسطينية ومن أكبر التحديات المواجهة له هي كل من العوامل السياسية والعوامل الاقتصادية والعوامل النفسية خاصةً كلما كانت متدنية في وجودها بشكل سلبي، وقد وضع الباحث عدد من التوصيات المهمة.
Фотофорез умеренно крупной высоковязкой капли в режиме со скольжением с учетом термодиффузионных и стефановских эффектов
Authors: Малай Николай Владимирович , Сохань Павел Витальевич , Шостак Юлия Ивановна
Published: October 2024

В квазистационарном приближении при малых числах Рейнольдса и Пекле проведено теоретическое описание фотофоретического движения умеренно крупной испаряющейся высоковязкой капли сферической формы (отсутствуют циркуляция вещества внутри капли и силы межфазного поверхностного натяжения) в вязкой бинарной газовой смеси с фазовым переходом одного из компонентов на поверхности конденсированной фазы. В граничных условиях на поверхности капли учитывались линейные поправки по числу Кнудсена (изотермическое, тепловое и диффузионное скольжения, скачков температуры и концентрации, а так же скольжение, возникающее из-за неоднородности температуры вдоль искривленной поверхности частицы), реактивный эффект и вклад прямого влияния коэффициента испарения с учетом термодиффузионных и стефановских эффектов.
A formação continuada do docente da educação superior
Authors: Muamununga Aleixo Castigo , Veiga Célia de Fátima Rosa da , Ciuffo Leonardo , Kuroki Janara Veronica França , Brockveld Marilda de Liz , Borghetti Gabriela Yone Riscarolli
Published: October 2024

O artigo analisa a formação continuada de professores da Educação Superior, enfatizando sua importância diante das demandas tecnológicas, pedagógicas e sociais atuais. Utilizando uma metodologia qualitativa, baseada na revisão bibliográfica e na análise textual discursiva (ATD). Para a análise e discussão, foram selecionados 11 artigos de revistas classificadas como Qualis A1, publicadas de 2020 a 2023. O estudo identificou três categorias: Formação Stricto Sensu: formar para a pesquisa ou para a docência?, Valorização dos saberes experienciais dos docentes e Autoavaliação docente. Os resultados mostram que a formação inicial é insuficiente, evidenciando a necessidade do desenvolvimento de práticas pedagógicas reflexivas e inovadoras. Os saberes experienciais construídos ao longo da prática profissional são fundamentais para a eficácia do ensino e a evolução da identidade docente. As instituições devem investir em programas de formação continuada que integrem aspectos pedagógicos e científicos, contribuindo para o desenvolvimento profissional dos docentes e melhorando a qualidade educacional, preparando estudantes mais críticos e criativos para os desafios contemporâneos.
Neurodidactica en la enseñanza de la lectura en niños con capacidades diversas
Authors: Hoyos Alejandra Amelia Berrio , Robayo Adriana Pineda
Published: October 2024

La lectura es considerada actualmente como una de las habilidades fundamentales en los  objetivos de aprendizaje de la educación Básica Primaria en Colombia, en especial en estudiantes incluídos en aulas regulares, escenario que complejiza la labor del docente. El objetivo del artículo es analizar las estratégias utilizadas por los docentes en susprácticas pedagógicas con la población en mención y proponer situaciones de aprendizaje que desde los principios de la neurodidactica promuevan la inclusión en el aula. El enfoque metodológico es cualitativo y a través de la revisión deliteratura en las categorías enseñanza de la lectura, neurodidáctica y formación de docentes es posible evidenciar que la utilización de estratégias neurodidácticas en el proceso de enseñanza de la lectura incide en el aprendizaje significativo, experiencial y lúdico de la lectura por parte de los estudiantes incluídos en el aula de primer grado.
Time-Dependent Failure Assessment of Ceramic Receivers
Authors: Barua Bipul , Chaugule Pawan , Messner Mark C. , Singh Dileep
Published: October 2024

The outlet temperature targets for Gen 3 Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) systems pose a significant challenge to the structural reliability of high temperature metallic components, including those manufactured from nickel-based superalloys. Advanced ceramics present a potential solution due to their excellent high-temperature strength. However, accurate assessment of ceramic components requires an entirely different approach compared to metallic components. This paper describes the implementation of time-dependent reliability analysis of ceramic components in srlife – an open-source software package for estimating the life of high temperature CSP components. This new capability will allow high temperature CSP designers to make fair comparisons between competing metallic and ceramic designs and accurately assess the performance of different ceramic materials for CSP receivers and other components. The current version of the tool is available at https://github.com/Argonne-National-Laboratory/srlife.
Augmenting a Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Plant With a Solar PV Plant
Authors: Jacobs Ayesha , McGregor Craig
Published: October 2024

The search for enhanced dispatchability at decreased prices has led to a surge in research on hybrid renewable energy systems. This paper explores the integration of Photovoltaic (PV) technology with Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plants to enhance energy generation and economic feasibility, focusing on optimising the size of PV augmentation for existing CSP facilities. The study considers CSP plants with both Time-of-Day (ToD) and single tariffs, employing modelling techniques to assess the synergies between these two technologies. The cost of PV technology has significantly reduced, making it a cost-effective choice for electricity generation compared to CSP. CSP-PV augmentation promises to reduce online and offline auxiliary consumption, resulting in enhanced energy generation and a subsequent reduction in energy production costs. This study aims to explore the advantages of combining solar PV with a CSP system and determine the ideal PV size to maximise return, building upon previous studies to assess the technological and economic potential of integrating solar PV with CSP, focusing on South Africa. It utilises a rigorous analysis, combining the System Advisory Model and PVSyst modelling tool within an MS Excel framework. This economic assessment and sizing exercise aims to maximise profits while adhering to the limitations imposed by the power purchase agreement of a 100 MW CSP facility. The optimal size is 15 MWp for the ToD tariff and 16 MWp for the flat tariff. This highlights the potential for CSP-PV augmentation to improve energy dispatchability and financial viability, making it a compelling solution for existing CSP plants.
Solar Field and Receiver Model Validation of the Next-CSP MW-Scale Prototype
Authors: Grange Benjamin , Le Gal Alex , Flamant Gilles
Published: October 2024

This study presents a comparison of both modelling and experimental results obtained on the solar field and the receiver of the MW-scale particle driven CSP unit implemented at the Themis solar tower (France) in the framework of the Next-CSP H2020 European project. At partial load, ~900 kW, the simulated data concerning the incident power at the receiver aperture are consistent with the measured values with less than 5% difference from the experimental results. The difference is higher for the particle temperature and the thermal efficiency as a function of particle mass flow rate. It ranges between 12 and 98°C for measured particle temperature of 430 and 300°C respectively. For the thermal efficiency, the difference varies strongly with the experiments from approximately 12% to 50% (relative). The main cause of discrepancy between the experimental and the calculated results is attributed to the heterogeneity of the solar flux distribution on the receiver tubes.
Managing Heat Transfer Intensity in a Fluidized Particle-in-Tube Solar Receiver
Authors: Gueguen Ronny , Mer Samuel , Toutant Adrien , Bataille Françoise , Flamant Gilles
Published: October 2024

Particle flow structure and associated heat transfer coefficient are examined as a function of temperature in a single-tube fluidized bed solar receiver operating in upward particle flow mode. It is found that temperature has a strong effect on both fluidization regimes and wall-to-bed heat transfer coefficient that varies in the range 800-1200 W/(m2.K). Turbulent fluidization regime results in the most intense heat transfer between the irradiated wall and the fluidized particle.
Nhận xét kết quả xử trí sản khoa tiền sản giật tại Bệnh viện Bạch Mai
Authors: Phương Nguyễn Thị Thu , Tú Nguyễn Tăng Diệu , Linh Nguyễn Thị Thùy , Hiếu Nguyễn Quang
Published: October 2024

Nhằm mô tả đặc điểm và nhận xét xử trí sản khoa tiền sản giật tại bệnh viện Bạch Mai trong năm 2023, chúng tôi tiến hành nghiên cứu mô tả hồi cứu 113 thai phụ được chẩn đoán tiền sản giật được xử trí sản khoa tại khoa Bệnh viện Bạch Mai. Kết quả: 2,6% thai phụ được chẩn đoán tiền sản giật, 65% tiền sản giật nặng. 79% thai phụ khởi phát tiền sản giật ở tuổi thai sớm trước 34 tuần tiến triển nặng. Hướng xử trí bao gồm chống co giật bằng Magie sulfat, sử dụng thuốc hạ áp và mổ lấy thai (100% trường hợp). Các biến chứng nặng như HELLP, sản giật vẫn xảy ra với tỷ lệ 5,3% và 3,5%; một trường hợp thai lưu, 66,6% đẻ non và 67,5% sơ sinh nhẹ cân. Kết luận: Tỷ lệ tiền sản giật tương đối thấp nhưng tiềm ẩn nguy cơ biến chứng nặng nề và khó kiểm soát. tiền sản giật xuất hiện sớm nguy cơ tiến triển nặng cao. Thời điểm mổ lấy thai chủ động căn cứ vào mức độ và thời điểm khởi phát tiền sản giật.
Một số yếu tố liên quan đến kết quả điều trị bổ trợ capecitabin ung thư đại tràng giai đoạn II nguy cơ cao
Authors: Hường Nguyễn Thị Thu , Thắng Hoàng Mạnh
Published: October 2024

Nghiên cứu nhằm đánh giá một số yếu tố liên quan đến kết quả điều trị ung thư đại tràng giai đoạn II bằng capecitabine. Nghiên cứu mô tả hồi cứu trên 96 người bệnh ung thư đại tràng giai đoạn II nguy cơ cao được phẫu thuật triệt căn và điều trị bổ trợ bằng capecitabine tại Bệnh viện K từ 2016 đến 2019. Thời gian theo dõi trung vị 60,6 tháng, tỷ lệ DFS và OS 5 năm tương ứng 89,5% và 91,1%. Thời gian sống giảm dần theo giai đoạn IIA, IIB, IIC (DFS-5 năm tương ứng 93,1%, 89,2%, 66,7%, p = 0,115) (OS-5 năm tương ứng 92,1%, 93,6% và 66,7%, p = 0,05). DFS, OS xấu hơn ở nhóm có xâm nhập mạch, thần kinh (DFS: 66,7% so với 91%, p = 0,047; OS: 66,7% so với 92,7%, p = 0,014). Số lượng yếu tố nguy cơ càng nhiều tiên lượng càng xấu, DFS và OS tương ứng theo 0,1,2 yếu tố nguy cơ là 100%, 95,8%, 71,4% và 100%, 94,7%, 71,4% (p < 0,05). Phân tích đa biến cho thấy giai đoạn IIC và tình trạng xâm nhập mạch máu thần kinh là 2 yếu tố tiên lượng độc lập đến kết quả OS.
Functions of the online edition
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, Pachina Natalia N.
Published: October 2024

The article describes the acmeological principles of organizing а scientific school. The acmeological principles of the subject of activity, life activity, modeling, optimality, integration, multiprofessionalism, feedback, the operational-technological principle which are the basis for the organization of a scientific school are revealed.
Political governance as a form of regulation of the political process
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, Levchenko Mikhail E.
Published: October 2024

This article characterizes the concept of “political process”, including its main forms and ways of governance within the current state system. The first section describes the concept of political process, covering its democratic, authoritarian and totalitarian models. The main components of the political process and its main stages are considered. А classification of the types of political process is given The main factors affecting the political process are also examined, including economic, social and technological factors, as well as international relations, special attention is given to analyzing how these elements interact and shape the political atmosphere, as well as their role in shaping political strategies and decisions. The final part of the study examines the instruments for managing political processes, including legislative measures, institutional frameworks, the functions of political parties and movements, and international relations and diplomacy. А detailed analysis of these instruments demonstrates how they contribute to the organization of the political sphere, provide stability and predictability, and enable citizens and diverse political groups to exert influence.
National priorities of state policy in the field of crisis management
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, Belikov Daniil V.
Published: October 2024

Article examines the definitions of crisis management by Russian and foreign scientists, analyzes the stages, functions and essence of state policy in the field of crisis management. The article analyzes the national priorities in the Constitution of the Russian Federation and the Resolutions of the Government of the Russian Federation, on the basis of which the аuthoг,s priorities in the field of national state policy in the field of crisis management are formulated.
: Revolutions: а retrospective analysis of the general and the special
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, Zakiev Damir R.
Published: October 2024

The article provides а retrospective analysis, covering both general patterns characteristic of various revolutionary processes and the features that distinguish each of them. The article highlights key aspects of revolutions, such as social, economic and political factors, as well as the impact on culture and society. The study identifies common features that unite revolutions, regardless of the time and place of their occurrence. At the same time, emphasis is placed on the unique features of each revolution, highlighting their role in shaping the historical context.
Automated methodology for detecting extremist sentiments in online environment
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, Kasenov Askar D. , Perfilova Anna A. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University
Published: October 2024

The study describes the approaches and methods for studying extremism on the internet. The interdisciplinary nature of the research is highlighted, with sources from various scientific fields being used to study extremism in modern society. The article also presents an automated algorithm that can be used as a tool for law enforcement officers to assess the features and nature of extremist sentiments online.
Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Students’ Perceptions and Experiences of an Interprofessional Simulation
Authors: Penman Adriana , Patterson Freyr , Tan Eng Boon , Copley Jodie , Hill Anne E
Published: October 2024

Clinical placements and interprofessional practice for healthcare students are often met with anxiety, unpreparedness and a lack of confidence. Whilst interprofessional simulations may address these concerns, there are gaps in the literature. This study aimed to: (i) investigate the impact of interprofessional simulations on students’ perceived confidence, anxiety and preparedness for placements and their attitudes toward interprofessional practice and education, and, (ii) understand students’ experiences and satisfaction with the simulation. Pre-simulation and post-simulation survey results were collected from 25 speech pathology and 25 occupational therapy graduate-entry Masters degree students from one Australian university. Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics and the Wilcoxon signed-rank test while qualitative data was reviewed through content analysis. Statistically significant (p<0.05) improvements across students’ confidence, anxiety and preparedness ratings were observed. Students’ attitudes towards interprofessional practice and education revealed statistically significant positive changes on 8/10 questions and they described the simulation to be a meaningful learning experience. Results indicate that following participation in an interprofessional simulation, students’ perceptions of their confidence, anxiety and preparedness for an adult inpatient hospital placement improved. Moreover, students’ attitudes towards interprofessional practice and education were more positive and the experience was reported to be beneficial. Future studies could explore timing-related considerations and simulation anxiety itself.