bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Role of Nutrition in Modulating Inflammation and Progression of Knee Osteoarthritis
Authors: - Dr.SP.MATHAVAN , - Dr.B.PRABAKAR
Published: January 2025

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a debilitating joint condition characterized by progressive cartilage degradation, chronic pain, and impaired mobility. It is a major cause of disability, particularly in aging populations. Traditional treatments like NSAIDs and joint replacement surgeries focus on symptom management but do little to address the underlying disease mechanisms.

Recent research highlights the significant role of chronic inflammation and oxidative stress in the progression of knee OA. This has drawn attention to dietary factors capable of modulating these pathways. Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and phytochemicals have demonstrated potential in reducing inflammation, supporting cartilage repair, and improving joint health.

This research explores the mechanistic links between nutrition and knee OA, aiming to provide evidence-based dietary strategies to complement existing treatments. It underscores the need for holistic approaches to manage knee OA and improve patient outcomes through modifiable lifestyle factors like diet.
Accessibility of Technology Affecting Pupils’ Learning in Rural Schools
Authors: - Suhashini Selva Raj , - Kalairajan Sandasagan
Published: January 2025

This research explores how the accessibility of technology impacts pupils' learning in rural schools. It examines the challenges and opportunities presented by technology access, including infrastructure limitations, digital literacy gaps, and the potential of technology to bridge educational disparities. The study investigates how varying levels of technology access influence student learning outcomes, teacher practices, and community engagement. By analyzing the complex interplay of these factors, this research aims to provide insights into effective strategies for enhancing technology accessibility and maximizing its positive impact on education in rural school settings. The paper concludes by acknowledging the government's efforts to bridge the technology gap between rural and urban schools in Malaysia. To achieve the goal of educational democratization, new policies have been introduced to address differences in student demographics, socioeconomic backgrounds, school locations, and available facilities.
A Review On The Study of Blood Flow Through Artery in Human Body
Authors: - Dr. Mahmud Hussain Barbhuiya
Published: January 2025

The study of blood flow through arteries in the human body is a critical area of research in biomedical engineering and physiology, as it has profound implications for understanding cardiovascular health and disease. This review of literature aims to synthesize existing research on the dynamics of arterial blood flow, incorporating theoretical models, experimental observations and clinical applications. The focus is on the role of hemodynamics, arterial elasticity and blood rheology in governing blood flow characteristics. The literature highlights the interplay between abnormal blood flow patterns and the development of cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and aneurysms. Furthermore, studies investigating the influence of factors like blood viscosity, arterial compliance and heart rate variations have expanded our understanding of flow regulation. This review aims to synthesize the existing knowledge on this subject, highlighting key findings, methodological advancements and areas requiring further exploration.
GRAFT COPOLYMERIZATION OF ACRYLONITRILE ONTO ALLYLATED PINEAPPLE LEAF (Ananas comosus) FIBRE BY CERIC ION – N-BUTYL ACETATE REDOX SYSTEM
Authors: - Oluwafemi Ibukun Shittu , - Sodiq Babatunde Yusuf , - Monsour Olawale Zakariyah , - Abdullahi Tunde Aborode
Published: January 2025

Graft copolymerization of acrylonitrile onto allylation pineapple (Ananas comosus) fiber by ceric ion-butyl acetate redox pair was investigated in aqueous media. The degree of substitution of the fiber was 2.39 mole which suggests that at least two of the hydroxyl groups of anhydroglucose units of the fiber were substituted. The graft yield increased initially and then decreased with an increase in ceric ion concentration at the range of 4.17 – 20.80 × 10-3M. The initial increase arises from increased redox interaction of the ceric ion with the fiber but the decrease in the graft yield suggested the involvement of the ceric ion in the termination of grafted polymer. Fourier Transform Infra-red spectroscopy showed the existence of allylation of the fiber at 1642.58 cm-1 and 1157.54 cm-1 characteristics for –C=C– and –C-O-C– stretching vibration. Further, the band at 2238.4 cm-1characteristics for –CN stretching vibration confirmed the formation of the graft copolymer.
Development Of Interactive Learning Media Petar (Directions) Using Canva On Indonesian Language Subjects Grade IV Elementary School
Authors: - Sitti Ainun Amalia Ripai , - Munirah , - Muhammad Akhir
Published: January 2025

This research was a development research that aimed to produce interactive PETAR (Direction Guide) learning media for the Indonesian Language subject for grade IV of Elementary School. The development model used referred to the ADDIE model which includes analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation activities. The results of the study showed : (1) the media produced was the interactive PETAR (Direction Guide) learning media (2) the interactive PETAR (Direction Guide) learning media was declared feasible by media experts, language experts and material experts with an average percentage of 96% in the very feasible category (3) the interactive PETAR (Direction Guide) learning media was declared practical based on the practicality observation sheet with the category “very practical; (4) the interactive PETAR (Direction Guide) learning media was declared effective in improving student learning at the media trial stage, observation sheets and questionnaires with the results of improving learning obtained “very high” category and improving learning abilities obtaining “very good” category. There is a significant difference in student learning before and after using the interactive PETAR (Direction Guide) learning media. Thus, this finding confirms that the interactive learning media PETAR (Direction Guide) can be an effective alternative in improving student learning in directions material.
The Levels of Melatonin Decrease and of Pro-inflammatory Cytokines Increase in Pregnant Women with Placental Insufficiency
Authors: - ARAVIND MURALEEDHARAKURUP , - ANDRII M BERBETS
Published: January 2025

To establish the correlation between the placental insufficiency and pro-inflammatory part of the immune system by studying of the levels of melatonin and pro-inflammatory cytokines in pregnant women with placental insufficiency.
Review on Novel Approach to Food Shelf Life Extension: Fruit Peel Polyphenols as Eco-Friendly Photosensitizers
Authors: - J.A. Dhrisha , - Dr. K. Ghana Priya
Published: January 2025

Polyphenols, a group of phytochemicals, have a vast spectrum of biological activities, including activities against microbes and photosensitizing properties. Their antimicrobial activity is attributed to mechanisms, including the disruption of the membrane, enzyme binding and disruption of microbial signaling pathways. Photosensitizers of polyphenols plays significant role in photodynamic therapy in generating reactive species after light activation, showing a marked ability to target microorganism and cancer cells. Because of the bio functional character of polyphenols, they are, in principle, effective players as medicines, food and environmental purposes. This review highlights the chemical diversity of polyphenols, their interactions with microbial systems, and their photodynamic properties, providing insights into their potential applications in combating antibiotic resistance and improving photodynamic therapies. The presentation also addresses the problems and directions of the future applications of polyphenols in these new functions.
The Effect Of The Problem-Based Learning Model In Social Studies Learning On The Understanding Of Concepts And Process Skills Of Students Of Sd Inpres Borisallo Parangloe District, Gowa Regency
Authors: - Sri Bulan , - Nursalam , - Muhammad Nawir
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the influence of the Problem-Based Learning model in Social Science (IPS) learning on the understanding of concepts and process skills of students at SD Inpres Borisallo, Parangloe District, Gowa Regency. This study uses an experimental method with a nonequivalent control group design. The research population is upper-class students at SD Inpres Borisallo, with a sample of 40 people selected using a simple random sampling technique. Data was collected through tests and analyzed using validity tests, normality tests, homogeneity tests, and hypothesis tests. The results showed that: (1) there was a significant influence of the problem-based learning model on students' understanding of concepts (p < 0.05; 0.000 < 0.05); (2) there was a significant influence of the problem-based learning model on students' process skills (p < 0.05; 0.020 < 0.05); and (3) there was a significant influence of the problem-based learning model on students' overall understanding of concepts and process skills (P < 0.05; 0.000 < 0.05). These findings show that the problem-based learning model is effective in improving the quality of social studies learning at the elementary school level.
A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW ON MALWARE DETECTION TECHNIQUES
Authors: - UNNIMAYA M U
Published: January 2025

Malware programs pose a significant threat as they
are designed to disrupt computer systems and propagate through
networks or Internet connections. Researchers are actively developing anti-malware systems aimed at effectively detecting
and protecting against these threats. Two primary approaches
have been proposed: signature-based detection, which relies
on identifying known malware through specific patterns or
signatures, and heuristic-based detection, which utilizes rules
to identify potentially malicious behavior. However, signaturebased techniques are often ineffective against unknown malware
variants and sophisticated evasion techniques such as code
obfuscation, packing, polymorphism, and metamorphism. This
survey paper provides an overview of current methodologies for
detecting and analyzing malicious code, including static analysis,
dynamic analysis, and hybrid approaches.
Overview of Fish Diseases and Their Treatment.
Authors: - Dr. Sunil K. Anand , - Dr. Advait C. Ghatpande
Published: January 2025

Fish diseases present substantial challenges to both aquaculture industries and wild fish populations, causing biodiversity loss and economic impacts. These diseases stem from a variety of factors, including bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic infections, and environmental stress. This paper offers an overview of prevalent fish diseases, their causes, symptoms, and available diagnostic tools and treatments. It also addresses the growing concern over antibiotic resistance and the exploration of alternative therapies like probiotics and plant-based treatments in managing fish health. An integrated approach—combining pharmacological treatments, vaccines, environmental monitoring, and biosecurity measures—is vital for effective disease management in fish populations.
A Review of AI Based Classification of Medicinal Plant using VGG-19 Technique
Authors: - P Krishnamoorthy , - T Prasanth , - V Pavan Ganesh , - S Rahul , - M Ramesh
Published: January 2025

Identifying the correct medicinal plants that goes into the preparation of a medicine is very important in the ayurvedic, folk, and herbal medicinal industry. Botanists invest a lot of time in identifying plant species by direct observation. Recognition of medicinal plants among various plant species is very difficult for ordinary people. So, in order to overcome these difficulties, we are developing an AI-based Automatic Classification system for classifying medicinal plants among the several plants. This is mostly useful for the society to identify the ayurvedic leaves, which can be used in traditional medicine. By using this system, normal people can easily recognize these medicinal plants. This study outlines a technique for classifying different medicinal plant species using color images of some medicinal plant species. With the aid of the pre-trained classifier VGG-19, the task is carried out utilizing transfer learning to increase accuracy. Image pre-processing, image augmentation, feature extraction, and recognition are the four main classification steps that are carried out as part of the overall model evaluation. By using pre-defined hidden layers like convolutional layers, max-pooling layers, and fully connected layers, the VGG-19 classifier is able to understand the features of leaves. After that, the soft-max layer is used to create a feature representation for all plant classes. In order to help estimate the correct class of an unidentified medicinal plant, the model gathers information about various medicinal plants, which contains around nineteen different classes. This system will classify the medicinal plant species with high accuracy. Identification and classification of medicinal plants are essential for better treatment.
A Comprehensive Review of Innovations for Diabetic Retinopathy and Next-generation Intraocular Drug Delivery
Authors: - Aman Sohan Rathi , - Akash P. Dhoke
Published: January 2025

Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) is a significant cause of blindness worldwide, particularly in individuals with diabetes. Early diagnosis and intervention are critical in preventing vision loss. However, existing treatments, including anti-VEGF therapies and laser photocoagulation, present several challenges such as frequent injections, side effects, and difficulties in targeting the root causes of the disease. This systematic review examines the innovations in intraocular drug delivery systems for treating DR, focusing on advancements such as sustained-release implants, nanotechnology-based approaches, and gene therapy. These emerging technologies aim to overcome barriers like the blood-retinal barrier (BRB) and improve the efficacy of drug delivery to the retina. Sustained-release systems offer the potential for reducing injection frequency, while nanoparticles and liposomes enhance drug targeting and bioavailability. Gene therapy, which delivers therapeutic genes directly to retinal cells, represents a novel approach to addressing the underlying mechanisms of DR. Despite these promising developments, challenges remain, including improved drug targeting, patient compliance, and long-term safety. The review also highlights the need for interdisciplinary research and the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, in enhancing DR treatment. Future studies should optimise these drug delivery platforms, explore combination therapies, and develop personalised treatment strategies to improve patient outcomes. Overall, the next generation of drug delivery systems holds great promise in transforming the management of Diabetic Retinopathy and preventing its progression to vision-threatening stages.
السمات الفنية في زهديات أبي العتاهية
Authors: عثمان عبد الحافظ محمد ناصر عثمان
Published: January 2025

سعى هذا البحث إلى دراسة السمات الفنية في زهديات أبي العتاهية، وكان الدافع لاختيار هذا الموضوع ما يمثله شعر الزهد من مكانة في الشعر العربي لاسيما في العصر العباسي، واعتمد البحث في دراسته على مقطوعات وقصائد في ديوان أبي العتاهية. اعتمد البحث المنهج الوصفي التحليلي، مع الاستعانة بالمنهج التاريخي، في دراسة زهديات أبي العتاهية والكشف عن سماتها الفنية.
 وخلص البحث إلى نتائج أهمها تعدد موضوعات الزهد، بسهولة لغة الزهديات ووضوحها، وخُتِم البحث بإيراد روافد البحث من مصادر ومراجع.
أثر استراتيجيات إدارة المعرفة على تحسين مستوى إدارة الجودة الشاملة دراسة ميدانية على كليتي التربية، والعلوم الإدارية بجامعة المهرة
Authors: بن عليوان سعيد سالم بن عليوان , ردمان أفراح عبدالله محمد ردمان
Published: January 2025

هدفت هذه الدراســة إلى معرفة أثر استراتيجيات إدارة المعرفة على مستوى إدارة الجودة الشاملة، وذلك من خلال معرفة دور استراتيجية الترميز، واستراتيجية الشخصنة على مستوى إدارة الجودة الشاملة بكليتي التربية، والعلوم الإدارية بجامعة المهرة، ولتحقيق ذلـك استخـدمت الدراسة المنهج الوصفي التحليلي، وتم تصميم استبانة إلكترونية لجمع البيانات من عينة تكونت من (75) عضوًا من أعضاء هيئة التدريس بكليتي التربية، والعلوم الإدارية بجامعة المهرة، ولعرض وتحليل نتائج الدراسة تم اســتخدام مجموعة من الأســاليب الإحصــائية من خلال برنامج (SPSS،V26)، وقد خلصـت الدراسـة إلى مجموعة من النتائج أهمها: وجود أثر ذو دلالة إحصـائية لاستراتيجيات إدارة المعرفة على مستوى إدارة الجودة الشاملة بكليتي التربية، والعلوم الإدارية بجامعة المهرة، وكذلك وجود أثر ذو دلالة إحصـائية لبعدي (استراتيجية الترميز، واستراتيجية الشخصنة) على مستوى إدارة الجودة الشاملة بكليتي التربية، والعلوم الإدارية بجامعة المهرة على تحقيق الإبـداع الإداري، وأوصت الدراسة بأهمية أنَّ تدرك إدارات الكليتين محل الدراسة فوائد تبني استراتيجيات إدارة المعرفة، وخاصة (استراتيجية الترميز، استراتيجية الشخصنة) في نقل المعارف وتبادلها بين أعضاء هيئة التدريس، فضلاً عن تأثيرها على جودة الخدمة، وإعادة استعمال المعرفة المرمزة من قبل نظم معلومات المتوافرة في هاتين الكليتين.
تصور مقترح للتغلب على معوقات استخدام المنصات التعليمية الإلكترونية في الجامعات الحكومية اليمنية
Authors: غالب انشراح أحمد إسماعيل غالب
Published: January 2025

هدف البحث إلى بناء تصور مقترح للتغلب على معوقات استخدام المنصات التعليمية الإلكترونية في الجامعات الحكومية اليمنية، وذلك من خلال التعرف على المعوقات المتعلقة بالمؤسسة، وعضو هيئة التدريس، والطالب، والمجتمع والبنية التحتية، والجانب الفني والتكنولوجي، وبناء تصور مقترح للتغلب عليها، وقد استخدمت الباحثة المنهج الوصفي التحليلي، وتوصلت النتائج إلى وجود عدد من المعوقات التي تحد من استخدام المنصات التعليمية الإلكترونية في الجامعات تتعلق بالمؤسسة مثل: ضعف البنية التحتية، قلة الإمكانات المادية، ضعف توافر التحفيز، ومعوقات متعلقة بعضو هيئة التدريس مثل: ضعف الثقة بالتعليم الإلكتروني، الحاجة إلى التدريب على أساليب وطرائق التدريس والتقييم عبر المنصات، ضعف المهارات الخاصة باستخدام التقنيات الحديثة ووسائل التكنولوجيا، ومعوقات متعلقة بالطالب مثل: ضعف مهارات استخدام البرامج والتقنيات الحديثة، عدم توافر التفاعل الكافي، عدم الحصول على التغذية الراجعة، عدم امتلاك الأجهزة، ومعوقات متعلقة بالجانب الفني والتكنولوجي مثل: ضعف مستوى الصيانة، غياب التحديث المستمر، قلة توافر البرمجيات المناسبة، ظهور بعض المشكلات التقنية والأمنية، ومعوقات متعلقة بالمجتمع والبنية التحتية مثل: ضعف شبكة الإنترنت، عدم تقبل المجتمع للتعلم عبر المنصات الإلكترونية، ضعف توافر الحوافز المجتمعية الكافية، وقدم البحث تصورا مقترحا للحد من تلك المعوقات، وأوصى الجهات المسئولة بتبنيه.
تأثير برنامج تأهيلي باستخدام التمرينات وجهاز التنبيه الكهربائي والأشعة الحمراء على المصابين بالانزلاق الغضروفي العنقي
Authors: العيدروس عبد الله أحمد العيدروس
Published: January 2025

هدَف البحث إلى تصميم برنامج تأهيلي باستخدام التمرينات ودراسة تأثير استخدامه مع بعض وسائل العلاج الطبيعي على المصابين بالانزلاق الغضروفي العنقي من خلال التعرف على مستوى تحسن كلٍ من: (تخفيف الألم الناتج عن الإصابة، المدى الحركي للرقبة، القوة العضلية لعضلات الرقبة). استخدم الباحث المنهج التجريبي لمجموعة واحدة باستخدام القياسين (القبلي- البعدي) وذلك لملاءمته لطبيعة البحث، تم اختيار عينة البحث بالطريقة العمدية وقوامها (10) من المصابين بالانزلاق الغضروفي العنقي، أما أدوات جمع البيانات استخدم الباحث الريستاميتر لقياس الطول، ميزان طبي لقياس الوزن، الديناموميتر لقياس القوة، التنبيه الكهربائي، الأشعة تحت الحمراء. ولمعالجة البيانات تم استخدام الأساليب الإحصائية التالية (المتوسط الحسابي، الوسيط الحسابي، الانحراف المعياري، اختبار K0l-S، اختبار "ت" لدلالـة الفروق بين المتوسطات "T"test). وأشارت أهم نتائج البحث إلى: أن البرنامج التأهيلي له تأثير إيجابي على المصابين من أفراد العينة حيث توجد فروق ذات دلالة إحصائية بين درجات متوسطات القياسات القبلية والبعدية في تحسن تخفيف الألم، المدى الحركي، القوة العضلية، ولصالح متوسطات القياسات البعدية قيد البحث. وكانت من أهم التوصيات ضرورة تطبيق البرنامج التأهيلي وتعميم استخدامه في المستشفيات والمراكز الصحية والمؤسسات العلاجية العامة والخاصة في حال وجود مثل هذه الإصابة.
PENERAPAN METODE FUN LEARNING TERHADAP ANAK SEKOLAH DI NEGERI IHAMAHU SAPARUA MALUKU TENGAH
Authors: Syafira Ananda , Nugroho Maria Cecilia , Feren Stephany Trista Amanda , Pirsouw Jelisya Windy Gloria , Phyllia Joanna , Opier Masyita , Engel Glen Peter
Published: January 2025

This activity aims to provide recommendations for types of fun learning that can be implemented at SDN 07 and SDN 109 Negeri Ihamahu. Fun learning is a method that teachers and teaching staff can choose to create an engaging educational experience, helping students avoid boredom during lessons. This descriptive research seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of community service activities by the Indonesian Youth Trail community in Ihamahu State, Saparua, Central Maluku. Participants in this research consisted of two schools: SDN 07 and SDN 109 Negeri Ihamahu. The activity received a positive response from participants, demonstrating that fun learning is well-suited for implementation in elementary schools. The fun learning methods used included both outdoor and indoor activities: a) Recycle Day: A work program designed to raise student awareness in Ihamahu State about the importance of recycling waste into reusable items with economic value. b) School Nature: A work program conducted outside the classroom, featuring four activity stations, each with a unique activity. c) Window Nusantara: A program held outside of school hours to foster children's interest in reading in Ihamahu. The program took place along the coast of Ihamahu State and was attended by children from elementary to middle school levels. d) English Day: A program inspired by real challenges faced by students in Ihamahu State. Basic English material was taught to students in grades 1 through 6 at SDN 07 and SDN 109. Through these fun learning methods, students became more engaged in their studies, fostered knowledge and interests, and utilized the rich resources available in their beautiful school environment.
PENINGKATAN KESEJAHTERAAN MASYARAKAT MELALUI PROGRAM KKN KEBANGSAAN DI NEGERI HUALOY
Authors: Engelbert Jouvicho , Suat Hati , Amorsea Rahma , Remona Chrismala , Elly Fagelina , Wahid Nilda , Nisa Aza Khiatun , Syawalia Kyoto Soda , Pattiasina Shanon , Ulya Haya Dzakiyyah , Fadilan Rusnita Maulany , Nuskha Zuhrun , Darmawan Feri , Hendrawan Randi , Andesta Mezita Putri , Nopriansyah Muhammad Fadhil
Published: January 2025

Hualoy Village is located in Amalatu District, West Seram Regency, Maluku Province which has abundant natural resources both on land and at sea. From the results of the research that we have done, there are several problems in Hualoy Village, namely the lack of community skills development in developing the village, with these problems a skills improvement program is needed to improve community welfare through training development and socialization. The method of implementing the National KKN program is carried out through the preparation stage which includes observation studies on community conditions, activity permits, activity implementation, activity evaluation and reporting on the results of National KKN activities. The results of this National KKN activity are able to help the community in improving the skills and welfare of the community in Hualoy Village based on socialization, training and making product labels, so that Hualoy Village can continue to develop into a healthier, more creative and independent community, of course supported by skills.
A TERAPIA FOTODINÂMICA COMO ALTERNATIVA TERAPÊUTICA NO TRATAMENTO DA PERIODONTITE: REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Cantor da Silva Alicia , Ferreira Rocha de Lima Bianca , Betty Becerra de Oliveira Michelle
Published: January 2025

A doença periodontal é um processo inflamatório crônico infeccioso que afeta os tecidos de suporte dos dentes, podendo levar à perda dentária. O trabalho apresentado é baseado em estudos sobre a Terapia Fotodinâmica, e os inúmeros benefícios que ela apresenta na área odontológica. Esta pesquisa objetiva realizar uma revisão narrativa da literatura sobre o que se tem a respeito da terapia fotodinâmica como alternativa terapêutica para o tratamento da periodontite. A  presente revisão narrativa de literatura caracteriza-se como um estudo descritivo, de caráter exploratório que iniciou com acesso à pesquisa nas bases de dados PubMed/MEDLINE,CAPES, BBO e LILACS, com publicações selecionadas dos últimos cinco anos, utilizando palavras-chave sobre o tema em questão. O procedimento investigado nesta pesquisa consiste na combinação de uma fonte de luz e um fotossensibilizador, com o objetivo de promover a morte microbiana, desinfecção e cicatrização em áreas de grande retenção, como: lesões de furca, concavidades, áreas distais de molares e bolsas profundas, onde o tratamento mecânico possui limitações. Diante dos resultados aqui obtidos, as pesquisas afirmam inúmeras vantagens de sua aplicação na prática odontológica, como por exemplo, promover ação localizada, custo acessível, incapacidade de gerar resistência bacteriana, efeitos colaterais e de fácil execução. Concluiu-se então que a terapia fotodinâmica demonstra ser uma terapia coadjuvante e eficaz para o tratamento de doença periodontal crônica. Observa-se ainda uma produção literária escassa e falta de um padrão dos protocolos clínicos o que dificultam novos estudos e mais pesquisas acerca do assunto. A previsão é que a terapia fotodinâmica ganhe mais espaço na prática clínica odontológica. Desta forma, será um tratamento favorável na obtenção de resultados pertinentes para a periodontia.
Zmienność zależności Z-R w okresach miesięcznych – dla zwiększenia dokładności szacowania wielkości opadów za pomocą radarów meteorologicznych = Variability of the Z-R relationship in monthly periods – to increase the accuracy of estimating the amount of precipitation using meteorological radars
Authors: Barszcz Mariusz Paweł
Published: January 2025

Pomiary z wykorzystaniem radarów meteorologicznych dostarczają dane opadowe o dużej rozdzielczości przestrzennej, które są szczególnie potrzebne do modelowania hydrodynamicznego w obszarach zurbanizowanych. Głównym ograniczeniem w kwestii szacowania opadów przy wykorzystaniu radarów jest duża zmienność zależności Z-R (tj. między wartościami odbiciowości i intensywności opadów) w czasie i przestrzeni. Pomiary z wykorzystaniem disdrometru laserowego (Parsivel1), zlokalizowanego na stacji meteorologicznej Szkoły Głównej Gospodarstwa Wiejskiego w Warszawie, zrealizowane w latach 2012‑2014 oraz 2019‑2020 (w okresach kwiecieńpaździernik), pozwoliły na zgromadzenie danych umożliwiających wyznaczenie zależności ZR typu potęgowego (parametrów a, b) w odniesieniu do poszczególnych miesięcy. Przeprowadzone badania wykazały znaczące różnice między wartościami parametru a (mnożnika w zależności Z-R) dla poszczególnych miesięcy, co wskazuje na potrzebę uwzględnienia w procedurze kalibracji radarów zmiennych zależności Z-R. Ustalono, że istnieje silna korelacja (R = 0,70) między parametrem a zależności Z-R i średnią miesięczną odbiciowością opadów, którego wartości pomierzono za pomocą disdrometru. Wyniki tych badań stanowią przyczynek do zwiększenia dokładności szacowania wielkości opadów przy wykorzystaniu radarów meteorologicznych.
Trace elements in Turkusowe Lake waters and bottom sediments (Wolin National Park, Poland)
Authors: Śniady Igor , Orzechowska Weronika , Smardz Emilia , Siepak Marcin
Published: January 2025

Turkusowe Lake is a pit lake formed after the extraction of CaCO3 , located within the Wolin National Park (northwestern Poland). The aim of the study was to assess the potential contamination of water and bottom sediments with trace elements (TE) in relation to previous research, which indicated the impact of anthropogenic pressure. To achieve this, basic physico-chemical parameters of the water (pH, temperature, electrical conductivity, oxygen content) were measured, and the concentrations of TEs (Ag, As, Ba, Be, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Mo, Ni, Pb, Sb, Tl, V, Zn) in water and bottom sediments. The potential contamination of water by trace elements was evaluated using the trace metal evaluation index (TMEI), while sediment contamination was assessed usingthe geoaccumulation index (Igeo) and contamination factor (CF). The results of the TMEI and Igeo did not indicate contamination, whereas the CF pointed to low, initial contamination of the bottom sediments by Ni and V. It has been demonstrated that the lower layer of the lake becomes contaminated by TEs more quickly, in contrast to the upper layer, which undergoes faster eutrophication. Turkusowe Lake continues to demonstrate significant resistance to TEs contamination due to its alkaline pH, but regular monitoring is recommended.
Wątpliwości dotyczące stanu prawnego w odniesieniu do umowy krajowego lotniczego przewozu osób
Authors:   Wydział Zarządzania i Ekonomiki Usług Uniwersytetu Szczecińskiego, Garnowski Konrad
Published: January 2025

Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie regulacji mających zastosowanie do umów krajowego przewozu lotniczego osób. Autor przeprowadza analizę obowiązujących unormowań, zwracając uwagę na ich zróżnicowaną genezę i wzajemne oddziaływanie na siebie przepisów prawa krajowego, konwencji międzynarodowych oraz prawa Unii Europejskiej. Ponadto w artykule opisano praktyczne konsekwencje obowiązywania poszczególnych aktów prawnych, przejawiające się w przyznaniu pasażerom w krajowym przewozie lotniczym konkretnych uprawnień. Niezależnie od powyższego, szczególną uwagę poświęcono pojawiającym się wątpliwościom co do przepisów prawa wewnętrznego mających zastosowanie do umowy krajowego przewozu lotniczego osób. Autor przedstawia problematykę związaną z obowiązującym na gruncie prawa przewozowego wyłączeniem spoza zakresu jego zastosowania przewozów lotniczych. Ponadto omówiono skutki przyjęcia powyższej konstrukcji, zwracając uwagę na niejasną sytuację pasa-żerów w lotniczych przewozach krajowych w odniesieniu do możliwości odstąpienia od umowy na podstawie regulacji prawa przewozowego.
The Improvement of Sport Governance Through Professionalization of National Sport Organizations
Authors:   , Bilić Brenner Tanja
Published: January 2025

he main aim of this thesis was to examine the possibilities of professionalization of National Sport Organizations as a way to improve sport governance. The main objectives were to investigate the mindset of leading people in National Sport Organizations in Croatia and the region (specifically presidents, board members, and general secretaries/directors), to get an overall idea about the current state of National Sport Organization professionalization, and to find which form of professionalized National Sport Organizations contributes best towards efficiency in the context of increasing demands in sport. Another objective was to find out the possibilities of professionalization, i.e., whether National Sport Organization presidents or board members could be made up of only professionals with specific competencies needed for carrying out the tasks set out in statutes, laws, and programme, and finally, to detect the processes (e.g., accounting, legal affairs, organizing competitions, etc.) which could be professionalized in National Sport Organizations. The growing demands of stakeholders towards National Sport Organizations lead to constant problems and changes in National Sport Organization leadership structure. Starting from the existing pyramidal structure of the sport system, the aim was to examine whether and what changes could be made to introduce elements of the for-profit world to improve efficiency. Since no research has been conducted on the topic of sport governance in Croatia to achieve the aim and objectives of this thesis, a mixed methodology, exploratory sequential design, was used. The qualitative research was conducted initially, and its results served as the basis for the quantitative research, conducted in a broader sample. The research results showed that professionalization is an option to solve problems in sport governance regarding the functions and processes that follow it. Since sport has a particular significance for Croatian society and the task of NSOs is to develop and promote sport, recommendations were given to the creators of sport policy in the country to take steps to help National Sport Organizations and other sport organizations improve their functioning.
Evaluation of employer-student co-creation activities to address the digital skills gap
Authors:   , O'Connor Catherine
Published: January 2025

The importance of graduate transition to the labour market is a key feature of both national Higher Education policy and local economic policy, as is the need for universities and businesses to work together to address labour market issues. This study considered this policy framework in the context of a digital skills gap in a city in the north of England as a foundation for an action research project. A co-creative approach was utilised to locate students and employers as key stakeholders to address the research question: How can an evidence-based university-business intervention be tailored to engage students effectively in digital skills gap opportunities? The study combined action research with a grounded theory framework to guide the analysis process to surface human stories rather than mechanistic themes. In addition, a dual paradigm view has included the utilisation of a social constructivist epistemological stance to put students at the centre and allow meaning within the fields of graduate attributes and digital skills to be constructed through interactions with students and employers. This is supported by a pragmatic focus on the real-world and problem-solving nature of action research. Originalities of the research include the identification of five components which form the Key Drivers Model to identify potential influences on student perceptions in relation to job opportunities and which could provide a means through which to further understand student perceptions at institutional level or within the sector and in different labour market contexts. The study has defined the notions of future facing and future focused as a key framework for employability development. It has also highlighted the value of undertaking further action research cycles utilising this methodology to allow comparison between data gathered during COVID and post-COVID, comparison across levels of study, longitudinal views of particular cohorts or discipline-specific action research
Lithuanian morphologically annotated corpus - MATAS
Authors: Rimkutė Erika
Published: January 2025

MATAS v0.2 - Morphologically annotated Lithuanian corpus (manually checked). Contains 4 parts: documents (21%), fiction (19%), periodicals (36%), scientific texts (24%). Wordform count: 1,641,263. Files: 92 Encoding: UTF-8 Tagset: Human-readable (Lithuanian tags) e.g.  Date: 2014.08.06 Please use the following text to cite this item: Rimkutė E., Daudaravičius V., Utka A. 2007: Morphological Annotation of the Lithuanian Corpus. Proceedings of the 45th Annual Meeting of the Association for Computational Linguistics; Workshop Balto-Slavonic Natural Language Processing 2007, Prague, 94–99. Licence: CLARIN-LT ACA
Alternatyvus religingumas sovietinėje Lietuvoje : bendruomeniškumo formų kaita
Authors: Aleknaitė Eglė , Pažėraitė Aušra
Published: January 2025

Remiantis humanitarinių ir socialinių mokslų įžvalgomis apie visuomenės modernėjimo ryšį su religijos įvairovės plėtra ir bendruomeniškumo kaita, knygoje analizuojamos visuomenės modernėjimas pasitelkus vėlyvojo sovietmečio Lietuvos alternatyviojo religingumo atvejį ir religinių tinklų plėtros bei tinklinės bendruomenės perspektyvą, galinčią atskleisti esminius religinio bendruomeniškumo kaitos aspektus. Monografijos užduotis – ištirti Lietuvos vėlyvojo sovietmečio alternatyviojo religingumo tinklus, bendruomeniškumo pobūdį ir bendruomenės konstravimo praktikas. Kelių vėlyvojo sovietmečio Lietuvoje veikusių religingumo grupių (šiuolaikinių pagonių, neošamanų, bahajų, krišnaitų, Rytų religijų sekėjų) atvejų tyrimų pagrindu siekiama išanalizuoti socialiuose ir humanitariniuose moksliniuose tyrimuose išryškėjančią bendruomenės sampratų ir religinių bendruomenių problematiką, šių bendruomenių formas visuomenės modernizacijos ir sociokultūrinės situacijos kontekste; atlikti Lietuvos vėlyvojo sovietmečio alternatyvaus religingumo socialinių tinklų analizės pagrindu nustatyti jų pobūdį ir charakteristikas, kultūrinę-geografinę aprėptį, svarbiausius veikėjus, grupes ir ryšius tarp jų; išanalizuoti alternatyviojo religingumo bendruomenes kaip tinklines bendruomenes ir atskleisti jų specifiką; išanalizuoti Lietuvos vėlyvojo sovietmečio alternatyviojo religingumo bendruomeniškumo praktikas; atskleisti sovietinės modernizacijos kontekste vykusios alternatyvaus religingumo bendruomeniškumo raidos ir tinklų plėtros specifiką, lyginant Vakarų visuomenėje vykusiais religinio gyvenimo raidos procesais.
Another productive year for our Journal
Authors: Borsi Iacopo
Published: January 2025

In this year (2024), as in the past, our Journal has provided an important contribution to hydrogeology. We can confirm that we have maintained a high level of editorial quality, with a good balance among the three pillars behind the journal: a bridge between applications and research, the promotion of Italian hydrogeology, and the connection between it and the international context, with particular focus on the Euro-Mediterranean region....
Las voces del pueblo ecuatoriano: construcción del pueblo en el fenómeno populista de Rafael Correa
Authors: Ríos-Rivera Ingrid
Published: January 2025

Objective/context: To understand how Ecuadorian men and women construct the idea of “the people” through their discourses, following the populist phenomenon of Rafael Correa in Ecuador (2007–2017). Methodology: Ecuador was chosen as a case study, and through a qualitative approach, this study included 26 in-depth interviews and 4 discussion groups with people across the country. This research followed an approach based on grounded theory and discourse analysis and data processing was carried out using the Atlas.ti. Conclusions: This study provides insights into Ecuadorians’ imaginaries regarding politics and populism, and it also enabled an understanding of the collective from the individual perspective, as well as how the homogeneity of the Ecuadorian people emerges from the individuals who make it up. Originality: It addresses the narratives constructed about “the people,” focusing on those who comprise it as key actors in the Latin American populist phenomenon.
Cerro Santa Lucía como pieza central de integración urbana en el nivel de la calle
Authors:   , Cortés Illanes Teresa Catalina
Published: January 2025

El Cerro Santa Lucía, considerado una pieza urbana fundacional del tejido urbano de Santiago, actúa como vínculo y punto de encuentro en la ciudad. Sin embargo, a lo largo de los años, esta conexión se ha fragmentado debido a los cambios morfológicos que han alterado la relación entre el cerro y su entorno. En la actualidad, el cerro se encuentra en una condición de isla, ya que su perímetro no es completamente accesible. Esta situación ha conducido al abandono progresivo, afectando la percepción de seguridad en sus bordes y estableciendo una barrera física para los peatones. Esta desvinculación ha contribuido a la pérdida gradual del acceso público y ha deteriorado la experiencia de habitar el nivel de la calle, como menciona David Mangin en su estudio en el nivel de la calle. La presente investigación busca analizar cómo la mejora de la conectividad entre el Cerro Santa Lucía y la ciudad puede fomentar una mejor movilidad peatonal y enriquecer la calidad de las actividades en el exterior. La hipótesis sostiene que fortalecer esta conectividad mediante el estudio de condiciones que promuevan la continuidad del tejido urbano desde el interior de la manzana hacia el cerro y la creación de nuevos itinerarios, permitirá al peatón convertirse en un vigilante natural, mejorando la calidad de vida urbana. Se destaca la importancia de considerar el borde del cerro y su relación con la trama urbana. El borde se divide en tres tipos de frentes, cada uno con características que definen su relación con su contexto y, en consecuencia, con la ciudad. Al mismo tiempo, el cerro, como pieza central del sistema urbano, está rodeado de grandes equipamientos culturales que constituyen un sistema de programas a su alrededor. Este enfoque permite comprender la relación del cerro con el nivel de la calle. La investigación resalta la importancia de abordar la caminabilidad, y la conexión entre itinerarios para enriquecer la experiencia en el nivel de la calle. Además, destaca cómo la permeabilidad y la conectividad influyen en la movilidad y la interacción peatonal, apuntando a la necesidad de intervenir para que estos elementos sean parte integral de la vida urbana. El desafío radica en construir una nueva relación del nivel de la calle, integrando la porosidad de la manzana y creando un entorno urbano más accesible y conectado.
Índice social de gestão pública: uma análise do estado de Minas Gerais/MG do périodo de 2018 a 2022
Authors: Silva Junia de Souza
Published: January 2025

Analisar os estados em ordem social elenca estudos que sintetizam seus desempenhos e consequentemente sua gestão. O desempenho local e as políticas públicas aplicadas, assim como o contexto histórico, agregam as escolhas políticas firmadas ao decorrer dos anos. Dessa forma, as apresentações demonstram escolhas públicas voltadas às estratégias sociais que proporcionaram melhoras e que possam ser mensuradas através dos indicadores sociais públicos. Diante disso, o presente artigo visa elaborar um índice social para o estado de Minas Gerais/MG, com base em oito indicadores sociais, no período de cinco anos (2018 a 2022) para verificar o grau dos investimentos governamentais no âmbito social Esta pesquisa apresenta características de uma pesquisa documental e exploratória. Através do tratamento de dados secundários do Índice Mineiro de Responsabilidade Social – IMRS e da aplicação da análise fatorial - Varimax por meio de um programa econométrico, foi possível verificar que os 853 municípios do estado de Minas Gerais apresentaram resultados sociais predominantemente críticos (média 56,95%) e alertas (média 38,83%) no período de estudo. No decorrer dos anos de análise, o índice social apresentou resultados menores que no período anterior. A falta de ações governamentais para área, ou os resultados econômicos recessivos, como a pandemia de Covid-19 apresentam possíveis causas para resultados dos índices sociais predominantemente críticos ou alertas no estado de Minas Gerais/MG para o período de análise deste artigo.
Critical Evaluation of the Fairness of the Fair Value Concept
Authors: Eko Ewa, Uket , Kankpang Kechi , Wasiu Adesola, Adebisi , Ndu Essien, Etim
Published: January 2025

The research exercise is to appraise fairness in fair valuation methodology from the perspective in accounting and finance through analysing the application of fair value method of costing in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and assessing the usefulness of fair value in improving investor and observer decisions. The research reviews theories and modern trends in the field of fair value and emphasizes the challenges and limitations facing its application. The research highlights the need for clear and specific standards to determine fair value and calls for further research in this area to enhance transparency and fairness in financial markets. Although many studies have shown that the use of fair value is limited due to the need for reliable estimates at a low cost, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and other accounting standards boards have encouraged the use of fair value to improve the comparability and updating of financial information. One of the main findings is that fair value is still not widely used in the valuation of illiquid non-financial assets, in addition to the fact that IFRS standards encourage the use of fair value in the valuation of assets and liabilities.
Estresse Ocupacional E Burnout No Segmento Da Saúde: Uma Revisão Bibliográfica
Authors: Santiago Francisco Alipio De Oliveira , Almeida Marina De Godoy , Silva Renata Costa , Assis Filipe Rubbo De , Amormino Simone Angélica De Faria
Published: January 2025

Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo investigar as causas, os impactos e as estratégias de prevenção e intervenção
relacionadas ao estresse ocupacional e ao burnout no setor da saúde, com o intuito de compreender os fatores
que contribuem para essas condições e suas consequências para os profissionais da área. A metodologia adotada
foi uma pesquisa bibliográfica, realizada por meio de um levantamento de fontes científicas em plataformas como
SciELO, Scopus e Google Acadêmico, além de repositórios brasileiros. A análise envolveu leituras flutuantes,
seguidas de uma análise crítica e qualitativa das publicações selecionadas. Os resultados indicaram que as
principais causas do estresse e burnout incluem a sobrecarga de trabalho, a falta de recursos, a exposição ao
sofrimento humano, a escassez de apoio emocional e a comunicação deficiente nas instituições de saúde. Os
impactos psicossociais mais comuns são a fadiga crônica, a diminuição da empatia, a baixa satisfação no
trabalho, o isolamento social e o aumento da rotatividade. Em relação às estratégias de prevenção, destacou-se
a importância da redução da carga de trabalho, do apoio psicológico, da capacitação para o gerenciamento do
estresse e da promoção de um ambiente de trabalho colaborativo. A pesquisa conclui que a cultura
organizacional é um fator determinante na mitigação do burnout, sendo essencial que as instituições de saúde
adotem práticas que favoreçam o bem-estar emocional dos profissionais. Investir na saúde mental dos
trabalhadores é fundamental não apenas para a qualidade de vida dos profissionais, mas também para a eficácia e humanização dos serviços prestados à população.
Triage Procedures for Critical Care Resource Allocation During Scarcity
Authors: Ennis Jackson S. , Riggan Kirsten A. , Nguyen Nicholas V. , Kramer Daniel B. , Smith Alexander K. , Sulmasy Daniel P. , Tilburt Jon C. , Wolf Susan M. , DeMartino Erin S.
Published: August 2023

Importance

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many US states issued or revised pandemic preparedness plans guiding allocation of critical care resources during crises. State plans vary in the factors used to triage patients and have faced criticism from advocacy groups due to the potential for discrimination.

Objective

To analyze the role of comorbidities and long-term prognosis in state triage procedures.

Design, Setting, and Participants

This cross-sectional study used data gathered from parallel internet searches for state-endorsed pandemic preparedness plans for the 50 US states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico (hereafter referred to as states), which were conducted between November 25, 2021, and June 16, 2023. Plans available on June 16, 2023, that provided step-by-step instructions for triaging critically ill patients were categorized for use of comorbidities and prognostication.

Main Outcomes and Measures

Prevalence and contents of lists of comorbidities and their stated function in triage and instructions to predict duration of postdischarge survival.

Results

Overall, 32 state-promulgated pandemic preparedness plans included triage procedures specific enough to guide triage in clinical practice. Twenty of these (63%) included lists of comorbidities that excluded (11 of 20 [55%]) or deprioritized (8 of 20 [40%]) patients during triage; one state’s list was formulated to resolve ties between patients with equal triage scores. Most states with triage procedures (21 of 32 [66%]) considered predicted survival beyond hospital discharge. These states proposed different prognostic time horizons; 15 of 21 (71%) were numeric (ranging from 6 months to 5 years after hospital discharge), with the remaining 6 (29%) using descriptive terms, such as long-term.

Conclusions and Relevance

In this cross-sectional study of state-promulgated critical care triage policies, most plans restricted access to scarce critical care resources for patients with listed comorbidities and/or for patients with less-than-average expected postdischarge survival. This analysis raises concerns about access to care during a public health crisis for populations with high burdens of chronic illness, such as individuals with disabilities and minoritized racial and ethnic groups.