bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Information-Measuring System Velocity Measurement of Shock Wave Generated by Electric Explosion Metal Conductor in the Air Column
Authors: Суркаев А.Л. , Канцедалов Д.А. , Усачев В.И.
Published: September 2024

В настоящей работе представлена информационно-измерительная система (ИИС), предназначенная для определения пространственно-временных параметров ударной волны (УВ), распространяющейся в воздушной столбе цилиндрической симметрии. Ударная волна (УВ) возбуждается электрическим взрывом проводника (ЭВП), выполненного в виде плоского кольца из фольги (ЭВПКФ) и расположенного соосно на торце полого цилиндра. Методика измерения скорости ударной волны основывается на регистрации момента времени открытия или закрытия системы фотоэлементов непрозрачными легкими лепестками под действием импульса давления ударной волны. В качестве регистрирующих фотоэлемента выступает система фотодиодов, расположенных в сквозных отверстиях боковой поверхности цилиндра, которые с противоположной стороны освещаются источниками света. Представлен вариант регистрации скорости ударной волны методом механического прерывания высокочастотного прямоугольного импульса при достижении ударной волны области расположения разрушающегося датчика в виде полоски фольги. Также применяется методика определение параметров УВ, основанная на применении пьезоэлектрического эффекта. Электрические сигналы фиксируются запоминающими электронными осциллографами. В результате проведения экспериментов определена величина скорости фронта и дана оценка амплитуды давления ударной волны.

This paper presents an information-measuring system (IMS) designed to determine the space-time parameters of a shock wave (SW) propagating in an air column of cylindrical sym-metry. A shock wave (SW) is excited by an electric explosion of a conductor (EEW), made in the form of a flat foil ring (EECF) and located coaxially at the end of a hollow cylinder. The method of measuring the velocity of the shock wave is based on recording the moment of opening or closing the system of photocells with opaque light petals under the action of the pressure pulse of the shock wave. The recording photocell is a system of photodiodes located in the through holes of the lateral surface of the cylinder, which are illuminated from the opposite side by light sources. A variant of recording the velocity of a shock wave by the method of mechanical interruption of a high-frequency rectangular pulse when the shock wave reaches the region of the location of a collapsing sensor in the form of a foil strip is presented. Also, a technique is used to determine the parameters of SW, based on the use of the piezoelectric effect. Electrical signals are recorded by electronic storage oscilloscopes. As a result of the experiments, the value of the front velocity was determined and the estimate of the shock wave pressure amplitude was given.
Determination of the Angle of Divergence of the Shock Wave of an Electric Explosion of a Flat Ring Foil in Air
Authors: СУРКАЕВ А.Л. , КАНЦЕДАЛОВ Д.А. , УСАЧЕВ В.И.
Published: September 2024

В настоящей работе посредством анализа результатов экспериментальных исследований произведена оценка величины угла расхождения фронта ударной волны (УВ), генерируемой электрическим взрывом плоской кольцевой фольги (ЭВПКФ) в воздушной атмосфере. Взрывающаяся кольцевая фольга, разрядный ток по которой протекает в радиальном направлении от центра к периферии, формирует в пространстве ударную волну, имеющую ярко выраженную направленность. Методика определения угла расхождения ударной волны основывается на регистрации момента открытия системы фотоэлементов, расположенных линейно на внутренней поверхности полого цилиндра и освещаемых лазерным излучением. Фотоэлементы в исходном состоянии закрыты непрозрачными малоинерционными лепестками, которые под действием импульса воздушного давления приходят в движение. Электрические сигналы фиксируются запоминающими электронными осциллографами. В результате проведенных исследований определено значение угла расхождения фронта ударной волны (УВ), генерируемой взрывом в воздухе плоской кольцевой фольги из алюминия (Al) конкретных геометрических параметров и вложенной энергией W ≈ 3,8 кДж .

In the present work, by analyzing the results of experimental studies, the value of the divergence angle of the front of a shock wave (SW) generated by an electric explosion of a flat annular foil (EЕFRF) in an air atmosphere was estimated. The exploding annular foil, the discharge current through which flows in the radial direction from the center to the periphery, forms a shock wave in space with a pronounced directionality. The technique for determining the angle of divergence of the shock wave is based on recording the moment of opening of the system of photocells located linearly on the inner surface of a hollow cylinder and illuminated by laser radiation. In the initial state, the photocells are closed with opaque lowinertia petals, which are set in motion under the action of an air pressure pulse. Electrical signals are recorded by electronic storage oscilloscopes. As a result of the studies carried out, the value of the divergence angle of the front of a shock wave (SW) generated by the explosion in air of a flat annular aluminum foil (Al) of specific geometric parameters and the input energy was determined W ≈ 3,8 kG.
The Software of Artificial Intelligence Algorithms in the Processing of the Reflected Signals of the Satellites
Authors: ВЕРЕТЕХИНА С.В.
Published: September 2024

В представленной работе реализован математический аппарат, который используется в системах обработки отраженных сигналов от спутников. Обоснована необходимость использования технологий обработки отраженного сигнала для формирования мультивременных композитов. Современные информационные технологии и предлагаемый математический инструментарий для компьютерных систем позволяют отслеживать состояние растительности по спутниковым данным. На примере индекса N-DVI продемонстрирована эффективность мониторинга состояния наземных объектов с использованием спутниковых данных.

In this paper, a mathematical apparatus is implemented that is used in systems for processing reflected signals from satellites. The necessity of using reflected signal processing technologies for the formation of multitime composites is justified. Modern information technologies and the proposed mathematical tools for computer systems make it possible to track the state of vegetation using satellite data. The NDVI index demonstrates the effectiveness of monitoring the state of ground objects using satellite data.
Comparative analysis of the social component when assigning an ESG rating
Authors: Golovnin R. S. , Baibakova T. V.
Published: September 2024

Every year, Russian companies are using ESG (environmental, social, governance) ratings more actively as a  tool to   increase their investment attractiveness. At   the same time, there are no   clear standards in   the world and domestic practice that should be   considered when forming these ratings. In   this regard, the ESG methodologies presented on   the Russian market are based on  extremely subjective criteria and approaches to  their assessment. This can lead to   dramatically different results of   the ESG ratings from different  analytical agencies. In   order to  verify this fact, the authors of   the article have conducted a   study the essence of  which is  to calculate and further compare the S-criterion based on   the methodologies of   several large Russian analytical agencies providing ESG assessment services. This approach has allowed us   to assess in   practice the degree of   differences that underlie the formation of   the ESG methodologies. The result of   the work is   that the results of  the S-components of   the domestic ESG agencies are highly similar, which has not confirmed the hypothesis made by  the authors. Despite the fact that each of   the ESG methodologies ha   included different, often dissimilar indicators, the result of  the study has revealed their remarkable efficiency and consistency with each other. Contrary to   the concerns of  regulators and researchers, the results of  the agency ratings show a  high degree of   mutual similarity. Further research should be   aimed at  evaluating the E   and G   components of  the ESG ratings of  the Russian analytical agencies, and at   summarising the findings obtained for the final refutation or  acceptance of   the made hypothesis.
Bullying as a social phenomenon in the youth environment
Authors: Grishaeva S. A. , Chuev S. V. , Pushkareva N. N.
Published: September 2024

The article examines the problems of  such a   social phenomenon as  bullying among youth. The issue of   relationships in a   group, especially during the period of   maturing and active development of  personality, is  very relevant. These relationships are not always constructive and aimed at   cooperation: there are often situations of   aggression that accompany the communication process in  the group. One type of   such aggressive behaviour is  bullying, the manifestations of   which are studied in   this work. The authors have conducted a   research using a  quantitative method (questionnaire survey in  82 constituent entities of   the Russian Federation) and qualitative methods (focus groups and project sessions). The most common forms of   bullying have been identified. The authors have determined the subjects that, according to   the respondents, should provide assistance to   victims of  bullying and the provocateurs of   bullying (among whom are not only aggressors, but also victims). At   the same time, as   the research results show, new questions have arisen regarding the issue of   the phenomenon, both terminological (what does modern youth understand by  bullying) and socio-psychological (what are the similarities and differences between the aggressor, provocateur, victim), which will be   solved at   the next research stages.
Study of the use of special effects in cinema
Authors: Vorontsova Yu. V. , Alieva E. A.
Published: September 2024

In   the context of   the rapid development of   the audiovisual industry, the search for new tools to   attract audience attention becomes a   key task for any creative project. Special effects used to  enhance the entertainment of   an audio visual work can act as   such tools. Within the framework of   the research, the expediency of   applying them is   considered in   the context of   cinema. Modern trends in   cinema are aimed at  individualising a   creative project. Therefore, it   is necessary to   know which special effects are advisable to   use when realising a  film project depending on   its features. As a   result, a  detailed analysis of   the implemented special effects has been conducted in   relation to  different forms of   film products in  order to  better understand the cost of   applying them in a   particular film project. Variants of   special effects have been formed, based not only on   paired technologies, but also on   more numerous relationships between the first ones. Special effects are both combined and complement each other, thus forming a   more efficient filmmaking, which allows you to   fully use the techniques of   impressive display of   visual elements. When evaluating the effectiveness of  the application of   special effects, the authors have introduced such indicators as  output of a   special effect and intensity of a   special effect.
Prospects for innovative development of the Russian oil and gas complex in the context of modern challenges
Authors: Otvetchikov A. V.
Published: September 2024

The purpose of  the article is   to study the opportunities of   innovative development of  the Russian oil and gas complex amid current challenges. The subject of   the article is   modern features of  functioning of   the Russian oil and gas sector. As a   methodology, it  is necessary to   high-light the analysis of   Internet resources and articles relevant to   the research topic, statistical data, their synthesis and generalisation. Among the main results of   the work we  will indicate structuring sanctions in   terms of   the direction of   impact on  innovation activities, identifying opportunities and prospects for innovative development of   companies in   the oil and gas sector in   the current conditions. The results obtained can be  applied as  part of   assessing the prospects with consideration to  the modern situation and in  the educational process. The directions for further research on a  given topic include studying the operating features of   companies of   various sizes during their activities as   well as   identifying the most effective technological designs that can be   used in   the industry, including domestic ones. We   have made the following main conclusions. Firstly, the impact of   the sanctions is   aimed largely at  the technological development of   oil and gas companies. Secondly, the prohibitive measures have stimulated the use and implementation of  domestic innovations. Thirdly, the application of   new decisions makes it  possible to  optimise the processes of   the technological development, including those that until recently were determined to   be unprofitable. Fourthly, innovations help to  increase the number of  organisations in  the oil and gas sector by   involving small-sized companies whose activities cover a  minor segment that is  not attractive to  large corporations.
Methylammonium Lead Iodide across Physical Space -- Phase Boundaries and Structural Collapse
Authors: Marin-Villa Pelayo , Gaboardi Mattia , Joseph Boby , Alabarse Frederico , Armstrong Jeff , Druzbicki Kacper , FERNANDEZ-ALONSO FELIX
Published: September 2024

Hybrid perovskites exhibit complex structures and phase behavior under different thermodynamic conditions and chemical environments, the understanding of which continues to be of pivotal importance for tailoring their properties towards improved operational stability. To this end, we present for the first time a comprehensive neutron and synchrotron diffraction investigation over the pressure--temperature phase diagram of the paradigmatic hybrid organic-inorganic perovskite methylammonium lead iodide (MAPI). This ambitious experimental campaign down to cryogenic temperatures and tens of kbar was supported by extensive ab initio molecular dynamics simulations validated by the experimental data, to track the structural evolution of MAPI under external physical stimuli at the atomic and molecular levels. These combined efforts enable us to identify the mechanisms underpinning structural phase transitions, including those exhibiting negative thermal expansion across the boundary between the cation-ordered low-temperature phase and the dynamically disordered high-pressure cubic phase. Our results bring to the fore how pronounced octahedral distortions at high pressures ultimately drive the structural collapse and amorphization of this material.
Phase evolution and thermodynamics of cubic Li6.25Al0.25La3Zr2O12 studied by high-temperature X-ray diffraction
Authors: Gullbrekken Øystein , Eggestad Kristoffer , Tsoutsouva Maria , Williamson Benjamin A. D. , Rettenwander Daniel , Einarsrud Mari-Ann , Selbach Sverre Magnus
Published: September 2024

The cubic garnet Li7La3Zr2O12 (LLZO) is a prototypical ceramic electrolyte for solid-state Li-ion batteries. While the electrochemical performance of LLZO is well studied, the thermodynamics of the formation of LLZO is not fully understood and reliable synthesis of phase-pure cubic LLZO requires such knowledge. Here we report a high-temperature X-ray diffraction (HTXRD) study on the crystallization of Al-doped LLZO from an amorphous gel with different amounts of excess Li. Based on the phases identified in the precursor powders before and during heating, a net chemical reaction for the formation of LLZO is proposed and its thermodynamic properties calculated. The sample thickness, and hence the surface exposure to atmosphere during calcination, strongly affects the phase evolution of cubic LLZO. The configurational entropy of cubic LLZO is estimated be large and necessary to stabilize cubic LLZO.
Impact of Molecular Representations on Deep Learning Model Comparisons in Drug Response Predictions
Authors: Panapitiya Gihan , Jain Rajeev , Knuston Carter , McNaughton Andrew , Wozniak Justin M. , Brettin Thomas , Stevens Rick , Kumar Neeraj
Published: September 2024

Deep learning (DL) plays a crucial role in tackling the complexity and heterogeneity of cancer, particularly in predicting drug response. However, the effectiveness of these models is often hindered by inconsistent benchmarks and disparate data sources. To address the gaps in comparisons, we introduce CoMParison workflow for Cross Validation (CMP-CV), an automated cross-validation framework that trains multiple models with user-specified parameters and evaluation metrics. The effectiveness of DL models in predicting drug responses is closely tied to the methods used to represent drugs at the molecular level. In this contribution, we benchmarked commonly leveraged drug representations (graph, molecular descriptors, molecular fingerprints, and SMILES) to learn and understand the predictive capabilities of the models. We compare the ability of different drug representations to encode different structural properties of the drugs by using prediction errors made by models in different drug descriptor domains. We find that, in terms of the average prediction error over the entire test set, molecular descriptors and Morgan fingerprints perform slightly better than the others. However, we also observe that the rankings of the model performance vary in different regions over the descriptor space studied in this work, emphasizing the importance of domain-based model comparison when selecting a model for a specific application. Our efforts are part of CANcer Distributed Learning Environment (CANDLE), enhancing the model comparison capabilities in cancer research and driving the development of more effective strategies for drug response prediction and optimization.
Rapid On-Site and Sensitive Detection of Microplastics Using Zirconium (IV)-Assisted SERS Label
Authors: Yang Haoming , Ye Haoxin , Yan Song , Chu Chu , Yang Tianxi
Published: September 2024

Microplastics have emerged as significant pollutants in both terrestrial and marine ecosystems, with their accumulation posing a threat to human health through biomagnification along the food chain. The development of a rapid, on-site and sensitive method for detecting microplastics in agri-food and environmental systems is important for assessing and minimizing their potential risks. In this study, we develop a novel surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) technique for the rapid, on-site and ultrasensitive detection of microplastics. Our innovative technique incorporates zirconium (IV)-assisted SERS label strategies, utilizing rhodamine B as a Raman reporter to improve microplastics analysis. By utilizing zirconium-assisted SERS label approaches, we can achieve both qualitative and ultrasensitive quantification of 10 μm polystyrene microplastics (PSMPs) at concentrations as low as 0.1 ppm, with a detection limit of 1 ppb. Furthermore, this approach allows for the detection of microplastics in real-world scenarios, with recovery rates exceeding 90% for polystyrene microplastics concentrations ranging from 5 ppm to 30 ppm in tap water systems. When integrated with a portable Raman spectrometer, this innovative approach showcases the rapid, on-site, accurate, and sensitive detection of microplastics and has great potential for the analysis of various types of microplastics in agri-food and environmental systems.
Comparison of Curricula of BS Medical Imaging in UAE and Selected Countries
Authors: Awad Fathi , Fawzi EL-Sonbaty Sameh , Pachaiappan Rekha
Published: September 2024

Background Medical imaging techniques are employed to reveal internal structures that exist beneath the skin and bones to detect anomalies and aid in the treatment of illnesses. The purpose of this work was to present and compare existing curricula of the Bachelor of Science BS Medical Imaging program in the UAE and other selected countries namely KSA India USA Australia Sudan Jordan Kuwait Qatar and Bahrain.Methods We employed the document analysis technique and mixed method qualitative and quantitative approach. The information on each of the bachelor program offered at the studied universities was obtained from the respective university websites.Results The comparison of the curricula in UAE and the selected countries showed that the range of total credit hours among the studied universities was 120 -160 credit hours while the duration of program in the all the universities was four years. The internship duration varied from 18 credit hours to one year. Among the basic medical courses Anatomy and Physiology courses were common in the curricula of the studied universities. The Queensland University did not offer any course from the basic science category. Alrazi University showed the highest similarity to the UAE universities in major courses while the Queensland University showed the highest variation in major courses. Certain universities offered unique courses that were not included in the curricula of other universities. Conclusion Among all the studied universities Alrazi University showed the highest similarity to the UAE universities in major courses while the Queensland University showed the highest variation.
Validation of Bedside Mobility Assessment Tool (BMAT) in Acute Orthopaedic Setting
Authors: Dcosta Brinda , Samuel Raj Vijay
Published: September 2024

Background and objective Mobility is an integral part of a patients speedy recovery in acute care settings. Mobility assessment can deliver a high standard of care through safe and effective patient mobilization. The physiotherapist evaluates three main areas of functional mobility. These areas can be effectively evaluated using outcome measures with good psychometric properties. Several mobility-related evaluation outcome measures are used by physiotherapists. The existing outcome measures are reliable and valid in few subgroups but have limitations. After reviewing the literature a tool was found in the nursing discipline named the lsquoBedside Mobility Assessment tool BMATrsquo designed to address limitations of existing outcome measures. The purpose of the study was to validate matched components of BMAT against ICU Mobility scale IMS in acute orthopaedic settings using intraclass correlation coefficient between the testers for BMAT and IMS.Methods A total of sixty-four patients were assessed using BMAT and IMS with an interval of two hours by two qualified raters with more than one year of experience in acute settings. Data were recorded in Excel sheet and scores of BMAT and ICU Mobility Scales were analyzed using Intraclass Correlation Coefficient 95 confidence interval on SPSS software version 22.Results There was excellent inter-rater reliability between raters for BMAT at 95 confidence interval ICC0.95 and between Bedside Mobility Assessment Tool BMAT and ICU Mobility Scale ICC0.96. Conclusion Bedside Mobility Assessment Tool BMAT is a valid scale for use in an acute orthopedic setting.
RESPONSABILIDAD SOCIAL Y COMPORTAMIENTO DE COMPRA DE LOS CONSUMIDORES DE UN SUPERMERCADO, CHICLAYO
Authors: Cumpa Llontop Mayra Yadhira , Fernández Diaz Emerson Owen , Julon Nieto Yaneli , Piscoya Martínez Ángel Andrés , Torres Percial Sindy Maribel
Published: September 2024

El objetivo de la investigación fue determinar la relación entre la responsabilidad social y el comportamiento de los consumidores de un supermercado en Chiclayo, 2024. Asimismo, para el presente trabajo se utilizó un tipo de estudio correlacional dado que se abarcan dos variables y de estas se busca su relación entre sí, manteniendo un lineamiento de rectitud al no intervenir o manipular los hallazgos, como técnica se utilizó la encuesta y como instrumento el cuestionario de escala Likert. Por otra parte, la población del estudio fue de 450 y una muestra de 207 consumidores el cual serían considerados para desarrollar dicho cuestionario, los hallazgos nos revelan que existe una relación positiva respecto al objetivo general de 0.758 entre la variable de responsabilidad y comportamiento, por otra parte, en relación al objetivo específico se encontró una correlación positiva con los valores de 0.528, 0.592, 0.484, y 0.605 de acuerdo al Baremo de estimación, por lo que se concluye que existe una conexión positiva entre las dimensiones de Responsabilidad económica, social, ambiental y ética y de comportamiento
INTELIGENCIA EMOCIONAL PARA MEJORAR EL DESEMPEÑO LABORAL EN UNA EMPRESA DEL SECTOR INDUSTRIAL, LAMBAYEQUE
Authors: Larios Larios José Alexander , Sánchez Sánchez Edwin Carlos , Larrea Muñoz Karimé Yanina , Puican Rojas Leidy Juana
Published: September 2024

La investigación tuvo como objetivo Proponer estrategias de inteligencia emocional para mejorar el desempeño laboral en la empresa dulcería King Kong Lambayeque-2024. Para el alcance de dicho propósito fue necesario seguir un estudio descriptivo – propositivo, además, fue no experimental transversal, como técnica se utilizó la encuesta y como instrumento el cuestionario, el mismo que fue aplicado a una muestra de 29 colaboradores de la empresa King Kong Lambayeque. Los hallazgos encontrados permitieron demostrar que la empresa no viene desarrollando correctamente las estrategias, ya que solo en la variable inteligencia emocional alcanzó un nivel medio del 52%, sin embargo, la variable desempeño laboral demostró nivel alto 52%, lo cual conlleva a deducir que la empresa no viene desarrollando las acciones necesarias para mejorar el desempeño laboral.  Finalmente se concluye, donde se recomienda seguir las estrategias establecidas para poder llegar al Nivel Alto de la Variable inteligencia emocional para un resultado positivo del desempeño laboral.
Characterization of Institutional Texts for an Automated Golden Standard: Enhancing Machine Translation Quality Assessment between English and Spanish
Authors:   Universidad Pontificia Comillas, C. Universidad Comillas, Madrid, Spain, Romana García María Luisa , Hernández Pardo Blanca ,   Universidad Pontificia Comillas, C. Universidad Comillas, Madrid, Spain
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this paper is to collect a set of features that can contribute to the linguistic characterization of the institutional textual genre. The aim is to describe as exhaustively as possible the archetypal text to be obtained as a target text in this type of specialized translation. The tools used were Orange Data Mining© and Google Colab (Python code), and the data was obtained using the following processing mechanisms: word cloud, text preprocessing (cleaning, tokenization, normalization, lemmatization and PoS annotation). With these tools, lexical and grammatical frequencies, lexical and documentary embeddings, cosine distances, hierarchical clustering, and 20-component dimensionality reduction (t-SNE) were extracted. As a result, a series of useful descriptive parameters have been obtained for the characterization of model texts for economic translation of institutional domains into Spain Spanish: lexical and terminological density, phraseological and terminological lexicalizations, grammatical frequencies, and semantic maps. In conclusion, the study provides several quantifiable features that characterize the analyzed register and opens the way for further research to deepen these parameters and develop the research by searching for complementary parameters until a complete and exhaustive picture of the reference model in this genre is obtained. Keywords: Machine Translation, Golden Standard, Translation Quality Assessment, Specialized Translation, AI Processing.
A study on the performance of corn grain dryer using hybrid solar drying with
liquefied petroleum gas
Authors: Suherman S. , Hadiyanto H. , Yahya H.F. , Rahayu E. , Asy-Syaqiq M.A. , Prasetiyono B.W.H.E. , Setiadi A.
Published: September 2024

Corn is a widely produced and consumed agricultural product, used as fuel, staple food,
and livestock feed. The high level of corn production can lead to potential post-harvest
food losses. Drying methods offer a solution to extend the shelf life of a substance. Hybrid
solar drying, which combines solar drying with additional heating, particularly using
liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), was introduced in this research to ensure faster and more
efficient drying processes. The three drying methods compared in this study consist of
open sun drying, natural solar drying, and hybrid solar drying. The research results show
an average corn grain moisture content of 13.95% over 10.5 hrs, 13.75% over 6 hrs,
13.65% over 7 hrs, 13.45% over 5 hrs, and 13.65% over 4.5 hrs in open sun drying,
natural solar drying, and hybrid solar drying with temperature variables of 40°C, 50°C,
and 60°C. The average drying rates were 0.212 g/min, 0.364 g/min, 0.318 g/min, 0.439 g/
min, and 0.477 g/min, respectively. The average drying efficiency values for each variable
were 2.968%, 4.719%, 5.358%, 5.271%, and 6.037%. In the proximate test, the corn grain
moisture content in the hybrid solar drying variable at 60°C was 13.8%, ash was 1.24%,
protein was 7.76%, fat was 4.40%, and carbohydrate was 72.8%. For the corn grain color
test, the average values obtained were L = 46.48, a = 4.58, and b = 25.37. Meanwhile, the
aflatoxin test for dried corn grains showed values of aflatoxin B1, B2, G1, and G2 <0.5
with a total aflatoxin content <2.00. Therefore, hybrid solar drying is recommended over
open sun drying and natural solar drying because of its ability to operate even in
unfavorable weather conditions, its temperature control capability, its ability to accelerate
the drying process, and its capacity to maintain the quality of the material.
Global Competency Development for Graduate Students from the Perspective of Internationalization at Home
Authors: Wang Xiaodong , Li Kailai
Published: September 2024

With the advancement of economic globalization, cultivating globally competent international talents has become a key task for domestic universities. As international exchanges gradually return to pre-pandemic levels, the post-pandemic era has introduced challenges due to reduced cross-border movement, making cross-border educational exchanges more difficult to implement. In this context, “internalization at home” becomes crucial for developing internationalized talent. It offers a cost-effective approach and is particularly important as global competence is a core quality for such talents. This study aims to review and analyze relevant practices both domestically and internationally, using specific cases from various universities to discuss global competency training programs for postgraduates and to provide recommendations for advancing internationalization in China’s higher education sector.
Observation of the Effect of Video Assessment Method on the Operation Skills of Individual Nurses
Authors: Qin Jianhua , Wan Xiaolu , Ma Nannan
Published: September 2024

Objective: To explore the application effect of video assessment method in clinical nurses’ nursing operation skills. Method: To select 58 nurses who participated in the individual soldier standard in the children’s hospital in 2019 and 2020 as the research objects, among which the nurses who participated in the individual soldier standard in 2019 were the nurses who participated in the individual soldier standard in 2019 and 2020. A total of 29 people in the first batch were set as the control group, using traditional assessment methods. In 2020, the second batch of 29 nurses who participated in the individual soldier standard reached the experimental group. Using the video assessment method, there was no significant difference in general information between the two groups (P > 0.05). After the assessment, the scores, coping with work pressure, and proactiveness of the two groups of research subjects were compared. Results: The experimental group’s nursing operation assessment scores, coping with work pressure, and proactiveness were significantly better than those of the control group, the difference was statistically significant (P < 0.05). Conclusion: The application of the video assessment method improves the passing rate of nurses’ operational skills examination, enhances nurses’ initiative in learning, reduces examination pressure, and can be accurately, timely, and safely applied to clinical nursing work, which is worthy of study and promotion.
Nihilism and Modern Consumerism: A Philosophical Exploration of the Search for Meaning
Authors: Liu Gengmeng
Published: September 2024

This study explores the relationship between nihilism and modern consumption concepts, analyzes the manifestation of nihilism as a philosophical viewpoint in modern society, and its impact on individuals’ search for meaning. By examining the origins, representative thinkers, and modern theories of nihilism, this article further reveals how nihilism affects modern consumer culture, leading individuals to feel lonely and alienated and lose meaning in their consumption behavior. The study also discusses philosophical strategies to address nihilism, proposing ways to make modern consumer behavior more meaningful and valuable through creating meaning, accepting nothingness, and strengthening community relationships. Finally, this study emphasizes the importance of nihilism in understanding modern consumer culture and calls for further philosophical exploration of it.
Implementation of the Smart Car Controller System in Cars Based on the Internet of Things
Authors: Adhitama Firnawa , Sejati Rr Hajar Puji
Published: September 2024

This research aimed to create innovations in the development of the Internet of Things in car accessories to add system accessories to cars. The type of research used was experimental research. The subjects studied in this research were car users whose hobbies were various types of cars. The use of Internet of Things media in car accessories is very unique and has not been widely used to create innovations in the development of Internet of Things technology. This research aimed to help car users control their cars through the voice control feature, as well as to make car users a second choice to upgrade their car systems compared to buying a sophisticated car at an expensive price. The research results showed that there were still very few car users equipped with control systems compared to luxury car users who had sophisticated systems. Thus, it can be concluded that the idea of a voice control system using the Internet of Things for car accessories could help car users increase the sophistication of the car system and is a good choice.
Usability Testing of Waters Brand Promotion Website on University Students
Authors: Riestanti Adisty , Teel Albert , Satriyani Made , Yansen Eddy
Published: September 2024

Usability testing plays a pivotal role in assessing user experience on websites, providing businesses with invaluable insights into customer perspectives. Eye-tracking, a widely accepted methodology, zeroes in on visual engagement by analyzing specific Areas of Interest (AOI). This study embarked on an exploration of the impact of AOI on dwell time for the latest iteration of the Waters website and further delineated the sections that captivated the most and least user attention. Adopting a quantitative stance, a two-way ANOVA was deployed on a sample comprising 15 master’s students from two distinct academic institutions. Preliminary findings underscore significant disparities in dwell times across different AOIs, implying that specific AOIs retain user attention more robustly. Notably, the research has its constraints, encompassing potential deviations in webcam-based eye-tracking accuracy, the modest sample size, and post-hoc AOI categorization. As an extension, subsequent studies could probe the nuanced factors swaying dwell time within Waters' website AOIs, integrating methodologies such as the WSD technique and proactive AOI classification.
Using Picture to Improve Students’ Vocabulary Mastery at SMP Negeri 3 Marioriawa
Authors: Zurgawi Zurgawi , Abduh Amirullah , Muhayyang Maemuna
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine whether using pictures improves students' vocabulary mastery. Using research method pre-experimental research design conducted with a sample of 27 class VII.A students using a purposive sampling technique. Researcher used pretest and posttest to collect data. The results of data analysis show that by using pictures improved students' vocabulary mastery, even though the improvement in students’ vocabulary was a slight improvement. This is evidenced by the students' mean score before treatment (48.00 points), lower than the mean score after treatment (71.62 points). Because this study's significance value  (0.000) is less than  its significance value (0.05), H0 in this study is rejected, whereas Ha is accepted.. So it can be concluded that using pictures can improve the vocabulary mastery of class VII.A students at SMP Negeri 3 Marioriawa.Keywords: Vocabulary Mastery, Picture
English Writing Activities at Dinas Penanaman Modal Dan Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu (DPMPTSP) Prov. Sulawesi Selatan
Authors: Dhea Andi , Hidayahni Fatimah , La Sunra La Sunra
Published: September 2024

This study aims to identify employee activities in working out the English document. This study used a qualitative method with descriptive design and conducted at Dinas Penanaman Modal dan Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu (DPMPTSP) Prov. Sulawesi Selatan. The data of this research were collected through interviews and documents. The data were analyzed in four steps: data collection, data condensation, data display, drawing, and verifying conclusion. The results revealed that English working activities have the basis of writing components that are conceptualizing and writing the content of the documents, arranging and confirming the idea of organization, looking for the meaning and matching appropriate vocabulary, correcting and re-checking English grammar, and correcting the document' mechanism. Based on these results, the English working activities in the office are dominant in a writing activity. The biggest challenge faced by the employee is that there are a lot of Economic topics and terms unfamiliar to the employee and the use of structure. The suggestion is that the employee emphasizes self-study about writing and its components and learns more about the investment field. Moreover, the office provided English training for employees to increase employees' skills and motivation in working.Keywords: English in the workplace, Writing component, Difficulty in writing
Teaching Second Language through Green Pedagogy in the Context of Bangladesh: A Methodological Approach
Authors: Papi Mst. Dilruba , Haque Md. Nazmul
Published: September 2024

Bangladesh is one of many such countries that are in immediate need to imply concepts of environmental to deal with crises like water, climate change, and so on. Green pedagogy is a permanent process in which individuals and communities become aware of their environment and learn the knowledge, values, skills, and determination to act individually and collectively to solve present and future ecological problems. The purpose of the incorporation of ecological education into teaching English language is to raise ecological awareness of global ecological problems. To be able to take part in this solution process English language learners should especially have critical thinking and critical reading skills. Ecological education practices can be incorporated in English language teaching by fostering critical skills with the suggested approach and authentic texts on ecological issues can be used as classroom material for this purpose. Thus there is a need for a practical framework to guide teachers in the effective implementation of environmental and sustainability concepts in English as a second language.Keywords: Teaching, second language, green pedagogy, sustainability, environment, Bangladesh
An English Teacher’s Perception on Students’ Difficulties in Pronunciation
Authors: Kalsum Lutfiah , Tahir Muhammad , G. Hasriani
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine teachers’ perception on students’ difficulties in pronunciation. The researcher used a qualitative approach and conducted with a semi-structure interview for this research. The data resource in this research was an English teacher that teach grade 7,8, and 9 SMP Sanur Makassar. It was obtained from interview with 9 questions and the English teacher as the respondent. The result of the research concluded that: teachers perceive that on average students have low pronunciation skills, this is influenced by the fact that English is a different language from students' everyday language, students' lack of self-confidence, and students believe that English is the most difficult language. With this challenge, teachers overcome it by giving students motivation, giving students pronunciation practice with friends or groups so that students can be directly involved in activities to improve pronunciation skills. In addition, teachers provide media such as videos and songs in English, so that students can imitate the correct pronunciation of native speakers. The media used by the teacher have a positive impact on the students' pronunciation. difficulties in pronunciation of English can be caused by interference from the student's first language. In addition, in the context of English learning, teachers who understand students' difficulties in understanding and pronouncing sounds can influence the teaching methods they apply. This shows that teachers' perceptions of students' pronunciation abilities can influence the learning approaches they use. Assessing students' pronunciation skills is an important aspect of language education. Furthermore, research has shown that teachers' observations and interactions with students on a daily basis can provide reliable information about students' pronunciation abilities and students demonstrated varying levels of improvement in their pronunciation when speaking English. In conclusion, the data collected by the researcher and the findings are influence of teachers' perceptions on their learning approaches and emphasize the importance of understanding students' pronunciation abilities. This highlights the need for effective pronunciation instruction and assessment methods in language education.Keywords: Teachers’ Perception, Pronunciation.
Peningkatan Motorik Kasar Anak Usia Dini Usia 4-5 Tahun Melalui Kegiatan Senam Irama
Authors: Dewi Desy Sinta , Nurjaman Iman , Fitria Evy
Published: September 2024

Abstract
This study looks at how rhythmic gymnastics practices may help young children (ages 4-5) develop their gross motor abilities. Evidence from previous studies shows that the formative years of a child's early years are crucial for the maturation of their gross motor skills, which include the use of their limbs and other major muscles. 17 students from TK Islam Al Bayan Tangerang participated as the subject research in this study, which followed a CAR methodology with two cycles of planning, doing, observing, and reflecting. A quantitative analysis was performed on data that had been gathered via observation, interviews, and documentation. According to the study's findings, 41% of the kids' gross motor abilities were in the "Starting to Develop" stage prior to the intervention. Cycle II saw a substantial rise to 82% in the "Developing Very Well" category, after a 60% gain in the "Developing as Expected" category after cycle I. Rhythmic gymnastics programs are great for helping preschoolers develop their gross motor abilities. According to these studies, rhythmic gymnastics is a great way for kids to improve their gross motor abilities.
 
Keywords: Early-Childhood; Gross Motor Skill, Rhythmic Gymnastics; CAR
Abstrak
Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengimplementasikan senam ritmik terhadap peningkatan perkembangan motorik kasar anak 4-5 tahun. Penelitian sebelumnya memperlihatkan bahwa kemampuan motorik kasarnya anak, yang meliputi penggunaan anggota tubuh serta otot utama lainnya, sebagian besar berkembang selama beberapa tahun pertama dalam kehidupannya. Penelitian yang melibatkan 17 siswa TK A dari TK Islam Al Bayan Tangerang sebagi subjek penelitian ini menggunakan teknik PTK, yang terdiri dari dua siklus yaitu persiapan, pelaksanaan, dan refleksi. Setelah mengumpulkan informasi melalui wawancara, dokumentasi, serta observasi, analisis kuantitatif dilakukan terhadap data yang diperoleh. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebelum intervensi, 41% kemampuan motorik kasar anak berada pada tahap "MB". Pada siklus II, persentase siswa yang dinilai "BSB" meningkat secara signifikan menjadi 82%, dibandingkan dengan 60% pada siklus I yang hanya 60%. Anak-anak prasekolah dapat memperoleh manfaat yang besar dari pelatihan senam ritmik dalam mengembangkan kemampuan motorik kasar mereka. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa senam ritmik sangat membantu anak dalam mengembangkan kemampuan motorik kasarnya mereka.
Kata kunci: AUD; Motorik Kasar; Senam Irama; PTK
PENDAMPINGAN PENULISAN ARTIKEL ILMIAH BERBASIS KOMPETENSI BAGI KEPALA SEKOLAH DAN GURU SDN DI KOTA MALANG
Authors: Sultoni Sultoni , Kusumaningrum Desi Eri , Sumarsono Raden Bambang , Triwiyanto Teguh , Unsa Firda Fitrotul , Anantika Tiara Wilda , Ubaidilah Endra , Yuniati Anis
Published: September 2024

Kompetensi guru yang mutlak harus dikembangkan mencakup kompetensi pedagogis, kompetensi kepribadian, kompetensi sosial, dan kompetensi profesional. Salah satu tagihan dalam kompetensi profesional yang termuat dalam PKB guru adalah publikasi ilmiah yang dimuat dalam jurnal ilmiah nasional maupun internasional. Sementara itu berdasarkan analisis situasi mitra, guru-guru SDN di Kota Malang memiliki kesulitan dalam menyusun artikel. Umumnya guru-guru belum memiliki artikel sebagai produk karya ilmiah sebagai penunjang kenaikan pangkat mereka. Tujuan dari pendampingan dan pelatihan menulis artikel ilmiah ini untuk membantu guru-guru dan kepala sekolah SDN di Kota Malang dalam memahami dan melahirkan karya ilmiah berbentuk artikel layak terbit pada jurnal nasional. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan dengan menggunakan system In, On, In, dimana peserta nantinya akan mendapatkan pendampingan secara klasikal dan individual dalam pembuatan produk akhir. Evaluasi kegiatan pelatihan ini dilakukan melalui beberapa tahap, yaitu evaluasi input, evaluasi proses, dan evaluasi hasil. Berdasarkan hasil analisis deskriptif diketahui bahwa tingkat evaluasi proses tergolong dalam kategori tinggi. Sedangkan tingkat evaluasi hasil tergolong dalam kategori tinggi juga.
SOSIALISASI PENGOLAHAN LIMBAH DAUN MENJADI DAUN TRANSPARAN YANG DIGUNAKAN SEBAGAI INDUSTRI KREATIF DI DESA MEKAR SARI, KECAMATAN CIKALONGKULON, KABUPATEN CIANJUR
Authors: Tuti Harlina Kusuma
Published: September 2024

Sampah merupakan issue tentang permasalahan lingkungan yang sudah menjadi perhatian utama ditingkat lokal, nasional maupun internasional. Di Indonesia baik dikota maupun dipedesaan memiliki jumlah sampah organik yang sangat besar khususnya sampah daun. Sampah daun dapat diolah menjadi daun transparan yang dapat dikembangkan menjadi produk-produk kerajinan dengan nilai ekonomi yang tinggi, serta sebagai alternatif teknik pengelolaan limbah secara optimal, maka perlu disosialisasikan dalam pengelolaan limbah daun menjadi daun transparan. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilakukan dengan metode penyuluhan.  Metode ini digunakan sebagai bentuk sosialisasi yang sesuai dengan kondisi Desa Mekar Sari dalam memberikan informasi, dan berdiskusi bersama masyarakat dalam mengetahui dan memahami pembuatan kerajinan berbahan sampah daun. Sampah daun diolah menjadi daun transparan yang dapat digunakan untuk berbagai kerajinan tangan yang bernilai ekonomi. Kerajinan tangan yang dihasilkan meliputi rangkaian bunga, gantungan kunci dan hiasan meja. Berdasarkan hasil evaluasi dapat diketahui jika dengan adanya kegiatan pengabdian pengolahan limbah dauan menjadi daun transparan yang digunakan sebagai industri kreatif ternyata dapat meningkatkan tingkat pengetahuan mitra dan keterampilan sebanyak 60%. Pada umumnya masyarakat sangat senang dengan adanya kegiatan penyuluhan membuat kerajinan yang bahannya mudah ditemukan dilingkungan sekitar sehingga mempermudah menambah keterampilan masyarakat dan dapat membantu dalam menumbuhkan jiwa kewirausahaan.