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Kamu Alımlarında Yolsuzluğun Önlenmesinde Blokzincir Teknolojisi
Authors: Daglioglu Şanlı İclal
Published: January 2024

Kamu alımları, kamu harcamaları içerisindeki payı ve toplumun refahı üzerindeki etkisi gibi sebeplerle öne çıkan konulardan biridir. Kamu alım ya da tedarik süreçlerinin sağlıklı bir şekilde işleyememesine neden olan yolsuzluk hem gelişmiş hem de diğer ekonomiler açısından çeşitli şekillerde engellenmeye çalışılmaktadır. Blokzincir, bir dağıtık defter türüdür ve kayıt tutmada temel bir değişimi ifade etmektedir. Blokzincir teknolojisinin adem-i merkeziyetçi yapısı, kalıcılık, izlenebilirlik ve denetlenebilirlik gibi özellikleri bu teknolojinin kamu alım süreçlerine uygulanabilirliği konusunda çalışmaların artmasına neden olmaktadır. Halen gelişen bir teknoloji olmakla birlikte, uygulamalar blokzincirin kamu alımlarında yolsuzluğu önleme de büyük bir potansiyel taşıdığını göstermektedir. Bu çerçevede çalışmada, bu teknolojinin kamu alımlarındaki yolsuzlukların azaltmadaki potansiyeli uygulama ve literatür temelinde incelenmekte, çalışmanın literatüre katkı sağlanması ve sonraki çalışmalar için teorik bir çerçeve oluşturması amaçlanmaktadır.
兼營投資業務營業人適用直接扣抵法之未核課確定案件【月旦時論】
Authors: 陳志愷 陳志愷
Published: January 2024

兼營投資業務營業人取得之股利收入，需要列入年度最後一期免稅銷售額申報，以計算營業稅調整稅額，計算方式有比例扣抵法與直接扣抵法。對於原採用比例扣抵法申報，於何種情況下屬於未核課確定案件，而可改採直接扣抵法，使計算之稅額更符合實況，本文將就相關議題進行探討。
Processing of Synonyms and Homographs in Bilingual and Monolingual Speakers
Authors: Martin Clara D. , Pastureau Romain , Kerr Emilia , De Bruin Angela
Published: January 2024

Bilinguals have long-lasting experience with cross-language double-mappings (i.e., translation equivalents and interlingual homographs (or false friends)). Considering this, we examined whether bilinguals differ from monolinguals in within-language double-mapping (i.e., synonyms and homographs) processing. Across two experiments, we compared performances from Spanish monolinguals and Spanish-Basque bilinguals on a behavioral picture-word matching task. The words were all presented in Spanish, the native language of all participants. Participants responded to synonyms and homographs (both double-mappings) or single-mappings (controls). The reaction times in both experiments showed clear and significant costs in processing within-language double-mapping stimuli, as well as intrinsic differences in processing homographs versus synonyms. However, these effects did not differ between bilinguals and monolinguals. The present findings thus suggest that the bilinguals’ extensive experience with cross-linguistic double-mappings does not transfer onto within-language double-mapping processing.
Rezension von: Kölsch, Gerhard, Georg Adam Eger (1728 bis 1808)
Authors: Riedel-Orlai Judit , Kölsch Gerhard
Published: January 2024

Gerhard Kölsch: Georg Adam Eger (1728 bis 1808). Jagdmaler am Hessen-Darmstädter Hof. Katalog der Werke im Museum Jagdschloss Kranichstein. Petersberg: Michael Imhof Verlag 2010. 119 S., zahlr. Abb.
Rezension von: Förster, Peter, Kleine Geschichte der Johannes-Apotheke Backnang
Authors: Scholz Waltraud , Förster Peter
Published: January 2024

Peter Förster: Kleine Geschichte der Johannes-Apotheke Backnang in Worten und Bildern; aus Anlass der Übergabe an die dritte Generation. Backnang: Selbstverlag o. J. [2009], 64 S., zahlreiche Abb.
Weight gain during pregnancy and low birth weight babies: a retrospective cohort study in Gianyar District, Bali
Authors: Indriana Putu Riza Kurnia , Suariyani Luh Putu , Sutiari Ni Ketut
Published: January 2024

Background and purpose: Low birth weight (LBW) is a major causal factor for neonatal and perinatal mortality. The aim of this study is to determine the risk of LBW incidence in pregnant women with weight gain not in accordance with the Institute of Medicine (IOM) standards.
Methods: This study used a retrospective cohort design with data obtained from three Public Health Centres (PHCs) in Gianyar District over the period of January-December 2017. Samples in this study were 186 pregnant women with the following criteria: complete data on the mother’s medical record, had an antenatal care visit in the first trimester and at the end of the third trimester, at term delivery, not giving birth to twins and no complications during pregnancy. The sample size was determined with 95% confidence level, 80% power, the proportion of LBW in the group of inadequate weight gain of 26%, the proportion of LBW in the group of adequate weight gain of 9% and a relative risk (RR) estimate of 3.0. Data extracted from medical record consisted of weight gain, pre-pregnancy weight, height, upper arm circumference, hemoglobin level, employment, age, parity and birth weight. The cumulative incidence of LBW was calculated to determine the RR. Multivariate analysis with binary logistic regression was conducted to determine the adjusted RR (ARR).
Results: The incidence of LBW in the group whose weight gain during pregnancy not in accordance with IOM standards was 59%, while those in accordance with the standards were 8.2% with RR=7.22 (95%CI: 3.96–13.19). The ARR for those with weight gain during pregnancy not in accordance with IOM standards was 15.33 (95%CI: 5.82-40.38). The incidence of LBW in the anemia group was 49% and not anemia group was 10%. The RR and ARR values for LBW in the anemia group were 4.72 (95%CI: 2.66-8.36) and 6.66 (95%CI: 2.53-17.53) respectively.
Conclusion: Mothers experiencing weight gain during pregnancy that was not in accordance with IOM standards and anemia were found to increase the risk of LBW. Monitoring of weight gain during pregnancy should be implemented using the IOM standards and anemia prevention among pregnant mothers should be enhanced.
‘I want what they’re eating’: College students’ experiences in watching food content on YouTube
Authors: Ardrini Dewa Ayu Mirah , Lubis Dinar , Utami Ni Wayan Arya
Published: January 2024

Background and purpose: The prevalence of obesity among adolescents is increasing significantly. One of the predictors of this problem is unhealthy eating pattern due to peer and social media influence. This study aims to explore in depth the experience of college students in watching food content on YouTube.
Methods: This study used a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews with ten informants and one focus group discussion with seven female students aged 18-22 years. The informants were female students who have been watching food content on YouTube for more than one year. Data collection was carried out over April-May 2019. Data were analyzed thematically and presented using anarrative approach.
Results: There were three themes that emerged in this study, namely the reasons for watching food content, the benefits, and the effects of watching food content on adolescent health habits. Food content on YouTube is imagined to be educational and provides new knowledge related to food and culture in various regions of Indonesia and other countries. Watching YouTube has become a routine teen activity where they can spend one to four hours per day and can cause teens to form sedentary lifestyle. YouTube watching habits are influenced by peers and social media. It can increase adolescent appetite, thus, they more often opt for unhealthy foods.
Conclusion: Watching food content on YouTube has a positive and negative impact on adolescent health. One negative impact is that the content or influencers can cause the selection of unhealthy foods. Attractive education method should be applied in order to counteract unhealthy food content and promote healthy eating habits.
Training program for tuberculosis (TB) patients to improve referrals of presumptive TB cases and sputum in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
Authors: Antarina Putu Ayu Merry , Wirawan Dewa Nyoman , Sawitri Anak Agung Sagung
Published: January 2024

Background and purpose: Tuberculosis (TB) is a global healthproblem and one of the top ten causes of deaths in the world. TB case finding is an important component of TB control. In Indonesia, most case findings were done passively so that the referral coverage for TB sputum was lower than the target. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of training for TB patients as volunteers to increase the active referral of presumptive TB cases.
Methods: The pretest-posttest design intervention study was conducted in five public health centers (PHCs) which had the highest number of TB patients in Denpasar. The intervention was carried out for seven weeks (February May 2020). A total of 35 TB patients, who were currently undergoing treatment at the PHCs, met the study criteria and willing to volunteer, were trained through meetings, discussions and demonstrations about the risk of TB transmission, contact investigations and how to collect sputum samples. Before and after the interventions, data on volunteers’ knowledge, the number of presumptive TB and sputum referrals by volunteers were collected through interviews and daily records. A regular reminder was sent in the form of a WhatsApp message once a week. Bivariate data analysis was performed with Chi-square and Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test.
Results: Volunteers’ knowledge scores increased significantly after training, with a median score of 13.0 to 15.0 (p<0.001), and there was a significant difference in knowledge improvement amongthose who actively responded to regular reminders compared to those who were less active (p=0.002). A total of 31 presumptive TB cases were successfully referred during the study period (7 weeks). Volunteers managed to refer as many as 30 sputum preparations with good quality, but no positive sputum was found.
Conclusion: Recruitment and training of TB patients as volunteers can increase the knowledge and skills of volunteers to identify and refer presumptive TB cases and quality sputum samples. More TB patients should be  trained as volunteers with a longer observation time to increase TB patient detectio
Building Geographical Competence for Sustainable Development through Project Work
Authors:   Second English Language School “Thomas Jefferson”, Boshnakova Mariana
Published: January 2024

The formation of geographical culture among students combines geographical literacy, geographical competence and models of behavior in the geographical space for the achievement of quality geographical education. Geographical competence is made up of geographical knowledge, specific geographical skills, models of reasonable behavior related to a valuable and emotional attitude to the problems of the people on Earth, human activities and the natural environment directly related to sustainable development. Project work is a complex methodological tool aimed at complex educational goals, very suitable for forming geographical competence for sustainable development. The projects give a wide range of practical opportunities for realization, a great „freedom” in the work of the students. The results of the project activity are multiplied in a wide range of activities and events.
Analysis of the Definition and Significance of the Brain Health
Authors: Li Chao
Published: January 2024

The human brain is considered a remarkable evolutionary feat due to its intricate functionality, encompassing cognitive processes such as reasoning, memory retention, motor control, and emotional experience. The primary objective of adopting a healthy lifestyle is to ensure the optimal functioning of the brain throughout an individual's entire lifespan. As the global population ages, there is an increasing prevalence of neurological diseases and a growing challenge in safeguarding brain function due to its intricate nature. Therefore, it is imperative to comprehend the concept of brain health and its significance. This article marks the commencement of a sequence of scholarly publications aimed at delineating the concept of brain health, scrutinizing the ramifications of significant neurological illnesses on the health of the brain, and deliberating on prospective interventions and preventive measures for these ailments
A Comprehensive Examination of Human Brain Disorders
Authors: Wu Hongchen
Published: January 2024

Various factors such as illness, genetics, and trauma have been identified as potential aetiologies for a diverse array of neurological conditions. The hazards, identification, and treatments for each type differ. Dementia, brain tumours, and other neurological disorders represent a subset of the various pathological conditions that can impact the brain. They may introduce challenges in the execution of mundane activities. The prognosis of an individual is influenced by various factors, including brain pathology, spatial distribution, and the degree of severity. The prevalence of brain diseases poses a significant concern in global healthcare due to the considerable stress associated with contemporary lifestyles. Consequently, there exists a compelling necessity for continuous investigations pertaining to the anatomy and functionality of the brain within the framework of both well-being and disease. Since antiquity, scholars have engaged in the inquiry and analysis of the functional and anatomical brain aspects, resulting in the extensive acquisition of knowledge in this field globally. Scientists have made significant progress in elucidating the aetiology of brain disorders and abnormalities, bringing them closer to a comprehensive understanding of these conditions. The present synopsis encompasses a compilation of cerebral ailments and dysfunctions, delineating their respective manifestations and the therapeutic modalities employed for their management.
An Intelligence Emotions, Behavior and Cognition
Authors: Ward Tomas , Roantree Mark
Published: January 2024

The American Psychological Association defines "any transient emotional state, typically characterized by moderate intensity." Moods are differentiated from emotions by their non-provocative nature and their potential to emerge spontaneously. Anger can be triggered by various factors, such as insults or even arise without any discernible cause. The complete definition of emotions remains elusive. The investigation of our emotional constitution remains a subject of considerable scholarly interest, as numerous academics propose divergent theories to account for this phenomenon. However, there exists a significant amount of data to analyze when examining the topic. There has been a growing interest within the field of neuroscience regarding the neurological foundations of human emotion, which has been largely driven by advancements in functional neuroimaging techniques. The investigation into the interplay between emotions and other cognitive processes in the brain, such as attention, memory, and reasoning, is gaining increasing significance. The primary focus of this article pertains to the psychological consequences and strategies employed for regulating cognitive processes associated with emotions.
“Can we not do group stuff?”: Student insights on implementing co-creation in online intensive programs
Authors: Newell Samantha J. , Van Antwerpen Natasha
Published: January 2024

The demand for intensive educational experiences is increasing, necessitating a focus on ensuring quality and providing adequate student support. Increasing opportunities for student collaboration, including teacher/student co-creation of learning materials, has strong potential to increase engagement and support. Given increased interest in co-creation within education and research more broadly, we explored student perspectives on this novel approach within online intensive modes of teaching with a focus on feasibility and implementation. Two focus groups were conducted with students (N = 16), including discussion of their preferences and barriers for implementing co-creation initiatives in an intensive program. Thematic analysis was then conducted, generating five themes. Students see co-creation as beneficial for self-development and connections (Theme 1), but also identify barriers such as its perception as another group assignment (Theme 2). Students believe successful co-creation requires a “type” of student who is intrinsically motivated and career-driven (Theme 3). Concerns exist about co-creation being an additional workload, emphasising the need for clear roles (Theme 4). Students’ views on co-creation vary, with differing opinions on its practicality (Theme 5). The findings suggest that successful implementation of co-creation initiatives requires careful consideration of barriers while addressing student concerns and leveraging their intrinsic motivation. For educators in intensive programs, it is crucial to provide incentives, collaborate on feasible time slots, establish clear objectives and timelines, offer guidance and support, and celebrate student achievements to effectively incorporate co-creation activities. By understanding students’ perceptions and preferences, educators can better support student collaboration, which is crucial for students’ development in intensive programs.
Understanding engagement in intensive learning: From fuzzy chaotic indigestion to eupeptic clarity
Authors: Dempsey Willis Reilly A. , Vieira Braga Paulo
Published: January 2024

This paper is framed by Nick Zepke’s, Vicki Trowler’s, and Paul Trowler’s concept of student engagement being “chaotic”, suffering from “indigestion” and “fuzziness”. This study was conducted at a UK higher education institution that recently moved to a “block and blend” delivery approach. We investigated what students and staff think engagement looks like in an intensive block and blend learning context. Data were gathered from students and staff via an online survey, which consisted of both scaled and open-ended questions. Findings are synthesised in an elemental map, providing a comparison of students and staff perceptions of engagement. Specifically, students and staff thought engagement in an intensive block and blend context entailed participation and active learning; a mindset that included enthusiasm, interest, focus, and enjoyment; timely completion of assessments; relationships with peers and tutors; doing more than required, such as completing extra readings; and accessing help and support. Participants also identified attendance as an indicator of student engagement and determined that the university has a responsibility to create learning environments to foster student engagement. Overall, the study findings point to elements of student engagement that may be designed into intensive block and blend learning environments. These approaches are also relevant to other similar intensive learning contexts.
Insights into professional learning for intensive Block Model: Lessons from a participatory evaluation for capacity building
Authors: Samarawickrema Gayani , Cleary Kaye , Gauci Sally
Published: January 2024

We share lessons gained through supporting an institution-wide curriculum innovation via a post-graduate professional learning program. At the inception of the innovation, an intensive Block Model (BM) was unfamiliar to both the institution and its professional learning facilitators. The Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Education was re-modelled with BM as the heart of professional learning so academics would encounter BM as students. The program modelled BM principles, reinforced by meta-conversations to provide students with a reflective, immersive experience. Through a participatory evaluation, professional learning facilitators’ individual reflections were distilled to generate collaborative insights into academics’ capacity building for BM. Their lessons inform strategies to cultivate institution-wide capability-building including their own professional growth. Lessons shape the study recommendations. Recommendations originate from effectively engaging time-poor, diverse cohorts. (1) In recognition of the ease with which students can fall behind, embedding strategies to manage their time and stress helps to maintain a realistic study pace. (2) Authentic assessments provide students with useful products for their teaching. (3) Peer-feedback and examples of students’ work exposes them to how their colleagues present their work and illustrates good BM practices. (4) Modelling BM principles must be reinforced by meta-conversations to provide students with a reflective, immersive experience of the pedagogical principals. We observed that well planned efficiencies for students often provide consequent efficiencies for staff. These insights are captured in a model for scalable institutional-based professional learning practice. Capability growth flourishes at the intersection of action, reflection and evaluation. Professional collegial conversations are the catalyst for developing context-relevant professional learning.
Strategi Pemanfaatan Sampah Rumah Tangga menjadi Pupuk Organik pada Program Kampung Bantar di Kelurahan Pakuan Baru Kota Jambi
Authors: Parmadi  , Hastuti Dwi , Hardiani  , Umiyati Etik , Achmad Erni , Maisyarah Nyimas Dian
Published: January 2024

Kampung Bantar (Bersih, Aman, dan Pintar), yang dikenal sebagai program Kampung Bersih, menjadi langkah berkelanjutan yang dapat mempercepat pembangunan di Kota Jambi. Program ini, yang bertujuan untuk membuat setiap perkampungan di tingkat RT (Rukun Tetangga) memiliki wawasan lingkungan yang bersih dan sehat, dilaksanakan di seluruh wilayah kelurahan dan kecamatan di Kota Jambi. Keberhasilan implementasi konsep smart city di Kota Jambi mencerminkan komitmen kuat dari pemerintah daerah dalam mendorong inovasi rumah tangga menuju status smart city, dengan akses internet dan layanan yang diatur dan terencana. Penerapan manajemen sampah organik tidak hanya terbatas pada tingkat rumah tangga, tetapi juga diterapkan di sekitar objek wisata. Tujuan utamanya adalah untuk menentukan jumlah sampah yang dihasilkan sebagai dampak aktivitas wisata dan untuk memahami upaya warga dalam menanggulangi permasalahan tersebut. Kelurahan Pakuan Baru, dengan potensi sebagai desa wisata, menjadi lokasi salah satu program pemberdayaan masyarakat yang bertujuan meningkatkan kesejahteraan penduduknya. Proses pemberdayaan masyarakat ini berbasis potensi lokal di Kelurahan Pakuan Baru, dengan fokus pada keberlanjutan dan keseimbangan kebersihan lingkungan masyarakat.
FORUM on M.M. Merritt, Cambridge Elements: The Philosophy of Immanuel Kant. The Sublime
Authors: Milli Ed. by Giulia
Published: January 2024

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Assessing the Value of Information Technology for the Decarbonization of Freight Transport
Authors:   TREDIT SA and Hellenic Institute of Transport, 54006 Thessaloniki, Greece, Giannopoulos Athanasios G. , Moschovou Tatiana P. ,   Department of Transportation Planning and Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 15773 Athens, Greece
Published: January 2024

In its first part, the paper gives a summary of the levels of emissions resulting from each mode of transport by use of statistics at the European and global levels. It also summarizes the main measures and policies that have been put forward for the reduction of freight transport greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. To facilitate the subsequent analyses, these measures and policies are classified into four categories, i.e., affecting the “demand” for freight transport services, shifting freight to less or no carbon-intensive modes, improving the energy efficiency of existing freight vehicles, and transitioning to “clean” fuels including electricity and hydrogen. For each of these categories, their current or potential use of information technology (IT) applications is presented, and key examples of such applications are mentioned. In the final part, a multicriteria analysis is performed with the help of two expert panels which are asked to assess, on a 5-level Likert-type scale, the extent of IT use in each of the four categories. The results show an important or very important contribution of IT in all categories except “improving the energy efficiency of current vehicles”. The highest contribution (with scores higher than 4) appears to be in the category “shifting freight to less carbon-intensive modes”.
Interaction problems between economic security and anti-corruption bodies and investigation divisions of the territorial bodies of the Russian Interior Ministry
Authors: Журавлев А.В. , Эриашвили Н.Д.
Published: January 2024

В статье рассматриваются некоторые проблемные вопросы, возникающие при взаимодействии подразделений экономической безопасности и противодействия коррупции и следственных подразделений территориальных органов МВД России в процессе борьбы с фальшивомонетничеством.

The article discusses some interaction problems between economic security and anti-corruption bodies and investigation divisions of the territorial bodies of the Russian Interior Ministry in the process of combating counterfeiting.
Fundamentals of the theory of national security in investigative activities
Authors: Мородумов Р.Н.
Published: January 2024

В условиях специальной военной операции, включения в состав Российской Федерации новых субъектов, а также значительного расширения санкционной политики в отношении Российской Федерации все большую актуальность приобретает изучение, анализ и разработка как научных, так и учебных исследований в сфере обеспечения национальной безопасности Российской Федерации. Целью исследования в данной статье является определение места теории национальной безопасности в системе гуманитарных наук, посвященных проблемам безопасности, актуализация изучения учебной дисциплины «Основы теории национальной безопасности», а также использования полученных знаний в следственной деятельности. Отдельное внимание в статье уделяется роли Следственного комитета Российской Федерации в системе правоохранительных органов, которые наряду с другими органами государственной власти в пределах своей компетенции реализуют Стратегию национальной безопасности Российской Федерации. В процессе исследования автор приходит к выводам, что теория национальной безопасности является фундаментальной, гуманитарной, межотраслевой наукой и в настоящее время, в связи с тем, что существенно изменилась ситуация в сфере как внешних, так и внутренних угроз и вызовов для Российской Федерации, необходимо существенное обновление действующей Стратегии национальной безопасности Российской Федерации.

In the context of a special military operation conducted by the Russian Federation, the inclusion of new subjects into the Russian Federation, as well as a significant expansion of the sanctions policy against the Russian Federation, the study, analysis and development of both scientific and educational research in the field of ensuring the national security of the Russian Federation is becoming increasingly relevant. The purpose of the research in this article is to determine the place of the theory of national security in the system of humanities devoted to security problems, to actualize the study of the academic discipline "Fundamentals of the theory of national Security", as well as the use of the knowledge gained in investigative activities. The article pays special attention to the role of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation in the system of law enforcement agencies, which, along with other state authorities, implement the National Security Strategy of the Russian Federation within their competence. In the course of the research, the author comes to the conclusions that the theory of national security is a fundamental, humanitarian, intersectoral science and at present, in connection with that, the situation in the sphere of both external and internal threats and challenges has changed significantly for the Russian Federation, it is necessary to significantly update the current National Security Strategy of the Russian Federation.
Drawing up an application as a measure prevention of offense in the field of road safety
Authors: Баканов К.С. , Исаев М.М.
Published: January 2024

В статье рассматриваются формы реализации права полиции вносить представления об устранении причин и условий, способствующих реализации угроз безопасности граждан и общественной безопасности, совершению преступлений и административных правонарушений, а также особенности применения данной меры в области безопасности дорожного движения в целях предупреждения нарушений. На основе изучения законодательства и правоприменительной практики выявляются проблемы реализации указанного полномочия полиции, предлагаются пути их решения.

The article discusses the forms of implementation of the right of the police to drawing up an application on the elimination of causes and conditions that contribute to the realization of threats to the safety of citizens and public safety, the commission of crimes and administrative offenses, as well as the specifics of the application of this measure in the field of road safety in order to prevent violations. Based on the study of legislation and law enforcement practice, the authors identify the problems of implementing the specified powers of the police, and propose ways to solve them.
Evaluation of parametric sedan wheel hub based on Kansei Engineering and regression analysis
Authors: Chen Yumiao , Peng Qiuyu , Huang Rui , Shao Jingfeng
Published: January 2024

Purpose: Parametric design has become one of the most important means of sedan design. The purpose of this paper is to construct a linear regression model to explore the matching relationship between Kansei words and the morphological elements of sedan wheels and to incorporate perceptual factors into the rational thinking of parametric wheel hub design. Design/methodology/approach: To forecast the matching relationship between wheel shape design features and semantics, this research offers a multiple linear regression model. First, using sample similarity matrix data analysis and offline research, 20 typical samples of car wheels were collected. Third, the wheel shape design elements are obtained by applying the semantic difference (SD) method to four groups of users’ evaluation data on the perceived words of the car wheels. Firstly, the wheel shape is divided into six basic features and seventeen subdivided features using morphological analysis. The collected car wheel samples are then researched and coded. Ultimately, a multiple linear regression model is built utilizing shape coding matching to the styles to direct the wheel parametric design process, yielding sedan wheel design schemes with various semantics of style. Findings: The results show that the regression models can provide good prediction performance (R2 values are greater than 0.7). This study shows that the use of multiple regression models can accurately and cost-effectively predict the wheel hub morphological elements that meet the user’s perceptual needs through morphological elements and Kansei words. Originality/value: This paper is the first to use a multiple regression model to predict a parametric wheel shape that fits the user’s sensibility, which helps the user to present and feel the design scheme in a digital environment. The different wheel hub schemes generated by parametric design can be virtually displayed in the metaverse, helping users and designers to carry out more convenient scheme selections.
Experimental Curves Segmentation Using Variable Resolution
Authors: Sharypanov Anton , Vishnevskey Vitaly , Kalmykov Vladimir
Published: January 2024

A new segmentation method of signals distorted by noise is proposed. Unlike other known methods, for example, the Canny method, a priori data on interference and / or a signal (image) is not used. Segmentation of signals and halftone images distorted by interference is one of the oldest problems in computer vision. But human vision solves this task almost independently of our consciousness. It was discovered for visual neurons, that sizes of receptive fields' excitatory zones change during visual act, which eventually mean dynamical changes in visual system's resolution i.e. coarse-tofine phenomenon in living organism. We assumed that „coarse-to-fine“ phenomenon, i.e. several different resolutions, is used in human vision to segment images. A „coarse-to-fine“ algorithm for segmentation of experimental graphs was developed. The main difference of algorithm mentioned above from others is that decision is made taking into account all partial solutions for all resolutions being used. This ensures stability of final global solution. The algorithm verification results are presented. It is expected that the method can naturally be expanded to segmentation of halftone images.
Repetition Modeling to Understand Unbalanced Data Streams
Authors: Kuzomin Oleksandr , Kholodov Stanislav
Published: January 2024

Modeling recurring concepts in unbalanced data streams is a machine learning task that involves classifying data when the number of examples of each class is unequal.
"Estos indios nunca aprenden”… Universidad, racismo e interculturalidad en el Perú
Authors: Torres Lezama Vicente
Published: January 2024

Este artículo tiene como objetivo discutir críticamente la continuidad de viejas estructuras coloniales en la universidad peruana que impiden su transformación en una institución pertinente que responda a la diversidad cultural del país. Dado que la universidad sigue operando bajo la perspectiva monocultural y hegemónica del saber occidentalizado que invisibiliza y folkloriza el saber y los mundos de otros pueblos andinos, amazónicos y afrodescendientes. Se hace breve referencia histórica sobre el encuentro colonial y los mecanismos de poder en los que se constituye la universidad como una institución de élite que opera bajo modelos europeos desde la colonia hasta el presente. A partir de ello se busca reflexionar sobre experiencias de universidades nacionales con grupos de estudiantes de procedencia étnica en las primeras décadas del siglo XXI, concretamente de programas de acción afirmativa en las que el autor tuvo experiencia como estudiante y posteriormente como docente dentro de dos universidades públicas. Para abordar el tema, se ha organizado el trabajo en tres apartados: la dominación y herencia colonial de la universidad peruana; diversidad cultural, racismo y universidad; la emergencia intercultural en la universidad e ideas finales.
PRODUCTION PROCESS OF MORTAR DURABLE TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Atatürk University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey, Bingöl A. Ferhat , Özkal Yeşim Meral ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Atatürk University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey
Published: January 2024

Since global warming affects the world, using environmentally friendly products in every aspect of our lives is of great importance for both current and future generations. The firing stage in the cement production process corresponds to approximately 5% of the world's carbon emissions. The increasing cost of cement production and the high carbon emissions caused by production have encouraged people to seek alternative construction materials to cement. Addition of the pozzolan as construction materials to the mortar and concrete improves the various properties of these mixtures. The aim of this study is to investigate the mortar production process and compressive strength of mortars produced using different ratios of zeolite and fly ash, after the high temperatures effect. After being heated to the various temperature levels, changes in the compressive strength with the increase of temperature were examined.
ASPECTS REGARDING STATIC STABILITY AND DYNAMIC STABILITY OF THE TOWER CRANES
Authors:   “Dunărea de Jos” University of Galati, Engineering and Agronomy Faculty of Braila, Research Center for Mechanics of the Machines and Technological Equipments, Calea Calarasilor 29, 810017 Braila, Romania, Potîrniche Maria Aurora , Căpățână Gigel Florin ,   “Dunărea de Jos” University of Galati, Engineering and Agronomy Faculty of Braila, Research Center for Mechanics of the Machines and Technological Equipments, Calea Calarasilor 29, 810017 Braila, Romania
Published: January 2024

Tower cranes are widely used in construction works, because they are used to mechanize the works. Specialized for tall constructions, tower cranes have proven to be the most economical type of cranes. They are used for loading-unloading, transport and assembly operations on civil and industrial construction sites and their characteristics vary within very wide limits. Stability is an important indicator when sizing cranes. The stability condition requires that the resultant of the vertical forces be inside the support polygon, or, in other words, the load on all the bases should acquire positive values. The present paper presents some aspects related to static stability and then a study on the dynamic stability of tower cranes. The case of dynamic stability in transient regimes will be analyzed on a concrete case of a tower crane, followed by an analysis of the stability to wind and earthquake for these types of lifting machines.
EQUIPMENT FOR MECHANISING THE SUBMERGED ARC WELDING PROCESS
Authors:   ", Preasca Timofei ,   Gheorghe Asachi",   Technical University of Iasi, Faculty of Machine Manufacturing and Industrial Management,  Prof. D. Mangeron Blvd, no. 59A, 700050, Iasi, Romania
Published: January 2024

Flux welding is a notable, reliable, and adaptable method of combining metals among other welding techniques. Flux welding is an arc welding technique that employs a substance known as "flux" to shield the weld pool from any chemical reactions with atmospheric constituents while welding. Flux materials often comprise borax, hydrochloric acid, or zinc chloride. In the process of flux welding, a joint is covered with a layer of flux, or alternatively, a flux-coated or flux-cored electrode is employed. Upon the formation of the weld pool, the flux undergoes melting and adheres to the pool, thus safeguarding it against any potential reaction with air constituents. This manuscript describes equipment used in mechanized flux welding process in order to improve its performance. Lincoln Electric NA-3N submerged arc welding equipment on a universal lathe longitudinal carriage was designed. The equipment was mounted on a carriage with a maximum longitudinal travel of 2380 mm and a maximum transverse stroke of 410 mm. This carriage moves the welding equipment. The longitudinal advance allows longitudinal and transverse welding on this system.
Autism and stigmatization
Authors: KARAVUŞ Melda , SARISALTIK Alican
Published: January 2024

Stigmatization is described as a psychosocial process that begins with labeling and ends in social withdrawal. Autism being

accompanied by disruptive behaviors might be subjected to all kinds of stigma in the community. Stigmatized adult people having

autism might experience high level of tension, depression, stress, and low level of self-autonomy. Children with autism might feel

discouraged to interact with their peers; thus, their disadvantaged health problem may get worse. It is stated that children with autism

are at risk of being harmed and ignored in the classroom of ‘normal children’. It is observed that children with autism are stigmatized,

ignored, or discriminated by their teachers too. It is necessary to increase autism awareness and implement strategies for reducing

stigma especially towards parents, teachers, and health professionals because of their important roles in education and treatment

of children with autism. Furthermore, both the parents and the child/individual having autism should be guided to learn coping

strategies with stigma.
Strength and Durability Assessment of Concrete Bricks Enhanced by Construction & Demolition Waste Integration
Authors: Usha S  , Dr. T. V. Mallesh
Published: January 2024

The responsible management of construction and demolition waste is a critical issue, primarily due to the substantial volume of waste generated. Landfilling remains a prevalent method for disposal. This project explores the use of construction and demolition waste (C&D) as a substitute for coarse aggregate in cement brick production, with varying percentages (ranging from 0% to 100%). Various mix types were employed in the casting of these bricks. The study encompasses the evaluation of compressive strength at intervals of 7, 14, 21, and 28 days, as well as the implementation of water absorption tests, alternate drying and wetting tests, and examinations for sulphate and chloride attacks.
VALUATION SOB A ÓTICA MULTICRITÉRIOS: O CASO PETROBRAS
Authors: Ribeiro Rafael Borges , De Carvalho Hugo Leonardo Menezes , Queiroz Lísia de Melo
Published: January 2024

O objetivo do trabalho foi verificar a aderência entre o valor das ações da Petrobras pelos multicritérios de valuation em comparação com preço atual de mercado das ações. Isso, ante as características do mercado de capitais brasileiro e da Petrobras. Há dúvidas sobre o modelo de avaliação que mais se aproxima do preço de mercado atual das ações, pois os métodos de avaliação diferem em seus resultados. O pressuposto da Teoria de Finanças é de que analistas e investidores avaliam empresas procurando alcançar um valor econômico justo, e para isso se utilizam de vários métodos que impactam nas suas análises e, consequentemente, nas decisões de investimentos. Para tanto, utilizou-se como metodologia uma abordagem quantitativa, através dos dados da empresa Petrobras, obtidos através do software Economática®, no período de 2013 a 2017, em que foram efetuados os cálculos pelos métodos da Avaliação Relativa (Múltiplos), Fluxo de Caixa Descontado, EVA/MVA, Valor de Mercado e Valor Patrimonial. Desta forma, os resultados apontaram que o método de avaliação por múltiplos se mostrou o mais próximo do patamar do preço das ações da Petrobras, seguido pelo valor de mercado e pelo fluxo de caixa descontado. Já o EVA/MVA apresentou valores negativos, evidenciando que a empresa destrói valor dos acionistas. O único método que apresentou valor acima do valor de referência deste estudo foi a avaliação patrimonial. Logo, os resultados confirmam estudos anteriores e sugerem que a dinâmica das variações do preço da Petrobras não segue o pressuposto da Teoria de Finanças.
INVENTÁRIO FLORÍSTICO E ANÁLISE DE RISCO DE QUEDA DE ÁRVORES: ESTUDO DE CASO EM UMA PRAÇA NO SUL DE MINAS GERAIS
Authors: Moreira Maicon de Almeida , Coelho Silvério José
Published: January 2024

As áreas verdes, dentre eles as praças públicas, possuem inúmeras funções benéficas no contexto urbano, entre elas está a promoção de qualidade de vida aos habitantes. Objetivou-se com o presente trabalho realizar um estudo sobre a vegetação encontrada na Praça Coronel Neves, em Boa Esperança-MG, por meio de inventário florístico e avaliação do risco de queda de árvores. Cadastrou-se 98 plantas de porte alto, grupo que inclui arbóreas, arbustivas, semi-arbustivas, trepadeiras e palmeiras, de 16 famílias botânicas e 36 espécies distintas. A família Fabaceae foi a que apresentou maior número de indivíduos, tendo a espécie Tipuana tipu com maior ocorrência. Quanto à origem, a maioria das arbóreas são nativas, porém entre os outros grupos nota-se alto índice de espécies exóticas, fato que expõe o pouco uso de nossa flora. Com a Avaliação Visual de Risco de Queda de Árvores, 5 indivíduos foram avaliados, com risco significativo em 3, necessitando de manejo a curto prazo e monitoramento. A Praça Coronel Neves se caracteriza como a mais antiga área verde no município, sendo inaugurada em 1929, contemplando um espaço de lazer e contemplação para os habitantes.
CONTRIBUIÇÃO DA ENFERMAGEM NO AMBIENTE EDUCACIONAL: ENFERMAGEM ESCOLAR
Authors: Brito Maria Isabelle Barbosa da Silva , Mesquita Évelly de Oliveira Silva , Andrade Eronildo de Almeida , Farias Monique Ellen de Sousa e Silva , Da Silva Natália de Cássia , De Souza Gleici Mery Leite , Santos Kléber Rodrigues Mendes , De Farias Wanderson Santos
Published: January 2024

No contexto da diversidade dos saberes, a enfermagem se destaca pela relação dialógico-reflexiva entre a enfermagem e a clientela, num processo de conscientização e percepção do sujeito como transformador de sua própria vida e do processo saúde-doença. Este processo de conscientização, é a definição da educação em saúde, onde se constitui a busca por qualidade de vida individual e coletiva através dos saberes técnicos e populares. O objetivo elencar a contribuição  da enfermagem em ambito educacional no ensino regular. Este estudo trata-se de uma revisão integrativa, que por sua vez as etapas operacionais foram divididas em seis fases, sendo: elaboração da pergunta norteadora, busca na literatura, coleta de dados, análise crítica dos estudos incluídos, discussão dos resultados e apresentação da revisão integrativa. Faz-se alusão a enfermagem como uma profissão que transcende o cuidado propriamente dito, sendo capaz de exceder o modelo biomédico e resolver as múltiplas questões que envolve o ser doente e toda a sua conjuntura social, valorizando o ser humano com base em um dos princípios do Sistema Único de Saúde.
Análisis horizontal y vertical a los estados financieros para la toma de decisiones en empresas de servicios – caso: empresa de transportes Bella Esperanza E.I.R.L - 2023.
Authors:   Yuri Gagarin Gonzales Rentería, Gonzales Rentería Yuri Gagarin
Published: January 2024

El análisis horizontal y vertical se han convertido en una herramienta importante para determinar el funcionamiento de la empresa y tomar decisiones para la mejora continua. El objetivo de la investigación fue: determinar y describir el análisis horizontal y vertical a los estados financieros para la toma de decisiones en las empresas del Perú, sector servicios: caso empresa de transportes Bella Esperanza E.I.R.L, Huánuco, 2023. En la metodología el estudio abordó un enfoque cualitativo, de nivel descriptivo y de caso; se aplicó las técnicas de la revisión bibliográfica y la entrevista. Los resultados arrojan que: La gran mayoría de las empresas del Perú no realizan análisis a sus estados financieros aun cuando cuentan con apoyo profesional, es por ello que la toma de decisiones es nula o en algunos casos son incorrectas, lo cual representa una limitación para crecer empresarialmente. La empresa Bella esperanza no realiza un análisis horizontal y vertical a sus estados financieros; porque no cuenta con especialistas en temas financieros, esto limita tomar decisiones que hasta el momento no se emplean. Se concluye que el análisis horizontal y vertical son cruciales para supervisar y gestionar las operaciones de las empresas; ello se evidencia en la toma de decisiones de las empresas peruanas que entran a competir en el mercado; no obstante, la empresa en estudio no presenta ninguna de estas características, la empresa carece de un crecimiento empresarial, debido a la falta de análisis horizontal y vertical lo cual desfavorece a la toma de decisiones
Unicystic Castleman disease presenting in the neck: a case report and review of the literature
Authors: Pantelas Georgios , Salloumis Marios , Solomou Maria Myrto , Pistolas Yiannis , Lillis Markos
Published: January 2024

Background: Castleman’s disease (CD) is an uncommon hyperplastic disorder of lymphoid tissue, clinically categorized into unicentric CD (UCD) and multicentric CD (MCD), contingent upon the number of lymph node engagement. Unicentric Castleman disease (UCD) manifests as a solitary lump, predominantly found in the mediastinum, and infrequently in the head and neck region. Unlike multicentric Castleman disease (MCD), which displays peripheral lymph node enlargement and a multitude of systemic indications, UCD usually lacks generalized symptoms. Methods: We present a case of UCD presenting as a neck mass, in a 55-year-old woman as well as a detailed literature review for Castleman’s disease. The patient had undergone surgical excision of the mass. Results: The diagnostic findings following Immunohistochemistry were consistent with Hyaline vascular type Castleman’s disease. The patient remains stable with no signs or symptoms of recurrent disease after the mass removal. Conclusion: It is crucial to include Castleman’s’ disease in the differential diagnoses of lymphadenopathies due to the fact that it can be clinically mistaken for other common causes of lymphadenopathy such as lymphoma, tuberculosis, and nodal metastases.