bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
O esfriamento da amizade entre a Ásia Central e a Rússia após a guerra na Ucrânia
Authors: Fernandes Sandra , Grantseva (Ageeva) Vera
Published: May 2023

Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 faced Central Asian countries with a hard choice. They shared with Russia centuries of cooperation, and they have been keeping close economic and cultural ties since separation from the Soviet empire in 1990s. But the aggression against Ukraine which story reminds a lot their own stories, engendered doubts and even fears in the societies of the region. Our essay delves, firstly, in the political rational of the four Central Asian countries regarding the war in Ukraine. Secondly, the military dimension of their relationship is analyzed. Finally, it is proposed some prospective scenarios on the repositioning of the region.
Dificultades que impiden la competencia comunicativa del español como Lengua extranjera, a estudiantes japoneses
Authors: Kakihara Takeshi , Diez Irizar Gisela Aquilea , Herrera Sánchez Beatriz
Published: May 2023

En un mundo globalizado, el intercambio académico y científico, el flujo migratorio, el interés por el conocimiento de la lengua y las culturas de los continentes americano y europeo han motivado a las universidades de diferentes países a establecer el idioma español en sus instituciones, como es el caso de Japón. Sin embargo, existen limitaciones que impiden que se desarrolle en los estudiantes la competencia comunicativa de dicha lengua. Por ello, el objetivo general de este texto es analizar cuáles son estas limitaciones en las universidades japonesas, con la intención de ofrecer soluciones viables como resultado de la indagación. Para lograr este objetivo, bajo el paradigma interpretativo, se empleó el método de análisis cualitativo a través del estudio de caso, que ofrecen la experiencia de los docentes, así como la bibliografía consultada acerca de las limitaciones que enfrentan dichos estudiantes. Como resultado, se pudo detectar que existen tres obstáculos fundamentales: la tendencia a priorizar el método gramática-traducción en las clases de ELE (español como lengua extranjera), los espacios físicos con grupos numerosos y, por último, la postura de la educación japonesa en cuanto a la preferencia por la evaluación mediante exámenes. Como conclusiones, se valoraron propuestas de intercambio internacional, mayor empleo de la tecnología, así como cambios en el paradigma de la enseñanza de ELE como lengua extranjera en Japón.
Analysis of the main approaches to mathematical modeling of the «structure–seismic isolation» system
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Ostrovskaya N. V. , Tetushkin S. S. ,   Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Published: May 2023

The article is devoted to the analysis of existing modern methods of seismic suppression and seismic isolation, as well as the issues of mathematical modeling of seismic isolation of objects using different seismic isolators according to the principle of operation. The article is divided into two sections. The first section provides a classification of active seismic isolation systems, as well as a brief overview of the principles of their operation and the main manufacturers of seismic isolation systems. In the second section, various approaches to the mathematical modeling of the «structure — seismic isolation» system are considered. There are analyzed and structured currently used schematic diagrams of various seismic isolation systems and seismic supports included in these systems.
Corrosion deposits in water supply systems and taking account of them during model calibration
Authors:   GUE «Lengiproinjproekt», Yudin M. Y. , Avsyukevich A. P. ,   Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Hamalainen M. M. ,   «Vodokanal of Saint-Petersburg», Nesler S. I. ,   Emperor Alexander I St. Petersburg State Transport University
Published: May 2023

The paper presents a comparison analysis of hydraulic calculations by various methods with actual measurements of pressure losses on an operating water main. There is identified equivalence of the compared methods for calculating pressure losses in operated metallic pipes. To ensure acceptable accuracy, it is crucial to select the calculated diameter and average roughness. During the period of over one year, there were carried out experiments on formation of corrosive deposits` layer on the surface of an unprotected steel pipe in low-flow conditions.
Aktörskap, nätverk och arkitektur
Authors: Åkerfelt Mia
Published: May 2023

Bok recension: Wivi Lönn 1872–1966, toim. Petteri Kummala (Helsinki: Arkkitehtuurimuseo & Parvs, 2022).
Pääsy ja vastus
Authors: Tanhuanpää Ari
Published: May 2023

Artikkelin lähtökohta on filosofista kuvantutkimusta edustavan Emmanuel Alloan tuotanto. Kirjoituksessani pyrin erityisesti valottamaan hänen diafenomenologiaksi kutsumaansa lähestymistapaa, jossa keskeiseksi nousee Aristoteleelta lainattu ”läpinäkyvän” (to diafanēs) käsite. Alloa väittää, että läpinäkyvyys – erityisesti sen ambivalenttisuus – on jäänyt länsimaisessa ajatteluperinteessä reflektoimatta: ei ole ymmärretty, ettei läpinäkyvyys tai aistisuus ylipäänsä tarjoa vain pääsyä aistikohteisiin, vaan muodostaa myös vastuksen niiden välittömälle tavoittamiselle. Tämä aistisen resistanssi yhdistää ”läpinäkyvän” yhtä lailla kaksijakoiseen mediumin käsitteeseen. Tarkastelen Alloan innoittamana sitä, miten kohtaamme mediumin samanaikaisesti pääsynä ja vastuksena. Ihmisten välisten suhteiden tasolla kysymys on siitä, miten kohdata omaan tietoisuutemme nähden ulkoinen (vierassieluisuuden ongelma).
Viisikymmentä vuotta - Femtio år
Authors: Viljo Eeva Maija
Published: May 2023

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Assessment of the Influence of Maritime Piracy and Sea Robbery on Cargo throughput Performance of Nigerian Ports
Authors: Ojutalayo John F. , Nnadi Kenneth U. , Ndikom Obed B. , Akujuobi Bonaventure A.C. , Nwokedi Theophilus C.
Published: May 2023

The study assessed the impact of maritime piracy and sea robbery on the cargo throughput performance of Nigeria ports. The central objective of the study was to determine the significances of the influences of levels of attacks against ships trading in global cum local waters and maritime insecurity induced cargo pilferage levels on the cargo throughput performance of Nigeria ports. The study used secondary data sourced from the Nigerian ports authority, and the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) on the cargo throughput, levels of pirate attacks against ships in local; and global waters, level of cargo pilferages in ports and used for the study. The multiple regression analysis method was used to analyze the dataset obtained using cargo throughput performance of the ports as the dependent variable while global attacks, local attacks and volume of cargo pilfered were used as independent variables. the model showing the effects of maritime piracy and sea robbery attacks on the cargo throughput performance of the Nigerian ports is: CARGOt= 0.729700 +0.0140GLOTAKSt – 0.0921LOTAKSt –0.0003VOCARPt ….. (2). It indicates that a unit increase in attacks in global waters increases the cargo throughput in Nigerian ports by 0.0140 units while a unit increase in local attacks by pirates within the Nigerian territorial waters causes cargo throughput performance of Nigerian ports to decrease by 0.0921 units. Similarly, a unit increase in cargo pilferage associated with maritime insecurity in Nigeria ports causes the cargo throughput performance of the ports to decrease by 0.0003 units. It is also found that that there is a significant impact of the level of maritime piracy/sea robbery on the cargo throughput performance of the Nigerian seaports.
Eksploitasi Alam dalam Novel Si Anak Pemberani Karya Tere Liye: Kajian Ekokritik
Authors: Putri Stevanny Yosicha , Adji Susilawati Endah Peni , Taum Yoseph Yapi
Published: May 2023

Penelitian ini membahas tentang eksploitasi alam yang terdapat di dalam novel Si Anak Pemberani karya Tere Liye. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah, (1) mendeskripsikan faktor penyebab perilaku eksploitasi alam, (2) mendeskripsikan dampak eksploitasi alam, dan (3) mendeskripsikan perlawanan para tokoh terhadap tindakan eksploitasi alam. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori ekokritik yang terdiri dari dua model kajian, yaitu model kajian etika lingkungan dan model kajian sastra apokaliptik. Model kajian etika lingkungan digunakan untuk menganalisis faktor penyebab serta dampak dari eksploitasi alam dan model kajian sastra apokaliptik untuk menganalisis perlawanan beberapa tokoh terhadap eksploitasi alam dalam novel Si Anak Pemberani karya Tere Liye.  Hasil analisis penelitian ini diklasifikasikan menjadi tiga, sebagai berikut. (1) Terdapat dua faktor utama penyebab eksploitasi alam dalam novel ini yaitu ekonomi dan kekuasaan. Faktor tersebut telah melanggar enam prinsip moral terhadap kearifan lingkungan. (2) Dampak eksploitasi alam yang terdapat dalam novel ini adalah pencemaran dan kerusakan ekosistem alam, terganggunya mata pencaharian penduduk, dan adanya penindasan secara mental serta fisik. (3) Terdapat perlawanan para tokoh terhadap tindakan eksploitasi alam
Assessment of Minor Disorders among Pregnant Women Attending Malafandi Primary Health Care Centre/Erbil-City
Authors: Rashid Ayad A. , Othman Samir M. , Al-Banna Dara A. , Bra Aram M.
Published: May 2023

Minor disorder are the discomforts as associated with the pregnancy such as nausea, vomiting, backache, heart burn, constipation, varicose vein, haemorrhoids, frequency of urination, fatigue, and leg cramps. Many women experience some minor disorder during pregnancy; these discomforts should be adequately as they may occur due to hormonal changes and postural changes. The aim of this study was to assess the minor disorder among pregnant women. A descriptive study was conducted in Malafandi Primary Health Care Centre, in December 2020 to January 2021, one hundred pregnant were taken and the data were collected by direct interview. The highest percentage of them within age group between 25–34 years old, graduated from high school with middle economic status. All of them had minor disorders as nausea and vomiting, backache, heart burn, leg cramps, varicose vein, haemorrhoids, fatigue, frequency of urination, constipation, and loss of appetite. There is a statistical significant association between age group with nausea and vomiting, and haemorrhoids (P- value ≤ 0.001 and 0.002 respectively). The findings of this study indicated that most common minor disorder in pregnancy came from fatigue while the lowest came from constipation.
Molecular characterization and polymorphism studies of exon 10 of the Follicle stimulating hormone receptor (FSHR) gene in Indian cattle breeds
Authors:   Department of Animal Genetics and Breeding, College of Veterinary science and Animal Husbandry, DUVASU, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India, Kumar Aditya , Pal Singh Satyendra , Sharma Deepak , Tiwari Madhu , Kumar Avneesh
Published: May 2023

FSH receptors are important binding sites of the follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) in ovaries and are coded by the FSHR gene which has 10 exons and 9 introns. Exon 10 is the largest (>1200 bp) of all the exons. In the present study, exon 10 of the FSHR gene partial coding sequence (CDS) was cloned and characterized in Sahiwal and Hariana cattle breeds, and DNA polymorphism was investigated using AluI/PCR-RFLP assay. The partial CDS of the Sahiwal and Hariana FSHR exon 10 was 99.3% to 100% similar to exotic cattle breeds at the nucleotide and amino acid level. A missense mutation was found in Sahiwal and Hariana at position 1118 (C→G) that caused an amino acid change at 373 (Thr→Ser) and two nonsense mutations were found at position 729 (G→A), 1180 (C→T). Phylogenetic analysis clearly showed that Sahiwal and Hariana cattle are more closely related to yak and Bos taurus. The 306 bp region of exon 10 on digestion with AluI restriction enzyme revealed three types of genotypes, namely: CC (243 bp and 63 bp), GG (193 bp, 63 bp and 50 bp) and CG (243 bp, 193 bp, 63 bp and 50 bp), where the CG genotype was more frequent (45.0%) than CC (13.5%) and GG (41.5%) genotypes, and the frequency of the G allele was higher (0.64) than the C allele (0.36) in all the screened animals. Chi square (χ2) analysis revealed that the screened animal population was in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium. An association study revealed a significant (P<0.05) difference between Total milk yield and Lactation period where the CC genotype showed a higher milk yield than other genotypes.
The histopathological and molecular diagnosis of myocardial sarcocystosis in sheep, and the immunohistochemical correlation of parasitic lesions with MMP - 2 and MMP - 9
Authors:   Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Harran University, Sanliurfa, Turkiye, Yilmaz Rahsan , Ayan Adnan , Yumusak Nihat , Akkoc Ahmet
Published: May 2023

This study was aimed at the histopathological and immunohistochemical level investigate cardiac tissue lesions caused by Sarcocystis spp. in sheep, and thereby, to collect detailed information on the presence of these parasites and the pathogenesis of sarcocystosis in ovine animals. PCR, a molecular diagnostic method, was used for the identification of the parasite species. Microscopic examination revealed that out of the 45 ovine cardiac tissue samples examined 23 contained Sarcocystis spp. cysts. The PCR analysis results showed that out of the 23 cardiac tissue specimens infected with sarcocysts, 7 were determined to be infected with Sarcocystis gigantea and 16 with Sarcocystis tenella. Immunohistochemical examination demonstrated that, semiquantitatively, MMP - 9 staining was stronger than MMP - 2 staining in the periphery of the parasite cysts.
The frequency of somatotropic cascade polymorphic genes appearance and the meatiness and health of Auliekol and Kazakh white-headed cattle
Authors:   University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland, Miciński Bartosz , Nametov Askar , Beishova Indira , Belaya Alena , Chuzhebaeva Gulzhagan , Poddudinskaya Tatyana , Alikhanov Kuantar
Published: May 2023

Modern cattle breeding is characterised by the need to select specific animals with extraordinary meat performance, as well as an ability to adapt to the natural environment in order to develop new, improved breeds. As Auliekol and Kazakh white-head races are especially interesting to farmers in Kazakhstan, we chose to study three polymorphs of somatotropic cascade genes: bPit-1, bGH and bGHR in the whole blood of such animals, which are known to have an impact on meatiness and good health. The following polymorphic variations were revealed: bPit-1-HinFI and bPit1-HinF1; bGH-AluIV and bGH-AluIL, as well as bGHR-SspIY and bGHR-SspIF. The agreement of the observed frequencies of genotypes with those theoretically expected according to the Hardy-Weinberg law of balance was also assessed. The final task was to compare the frequency of appearance of polymorphic genes alleles’ with somatotropic cascade distribution in the examined animals. Our studies have shown that the frequency of the genotypes’ occurrence in both races is in compliance with the frequency based on the law of balance. We suggest that the polymorphisms of the cascade network may result from the breeding progress achieved by directional selection, therefore conditioning high values of meat and health characteristics in the examined cattle.
The effect of age and sex on selected haematological and biochemical parameters in Dalmatian Pramenka lambs
Authors:   Department of Karst Agriculture, Marko Marulić Polytechnic of Knin, Knin, Croatia, Ljubičić Iva , Vince Silvijo , Shek Vugrovečki Ana , Milinković Tur Suzana , Šimpraga Miljenko
Published: May 2023

The objective of the present study was to determine the influence of age and sex on selected haematological and blood biochemical parameters in organically raised Dalmatian Pramenka lambs. Haematological and blood biochemical parameters were studied in 40 lambs with an equal representation of both sexes. The research lasted four months. Blood samples were collected once per month, from the beginning of the grazing season when lambs were at the average age of three months, and until the end of the production cycle for lamb meat. The distribution of the results according to age showed that the increase in the age of the lambs significantly reduced (P<0.05) the RBC, HGB, HCT and the concentration of GLU, BUN, BIT. The concentration of TP, ALB, GLO and the activity of enzyme AST significantly increased (P<0.05) with the increasing age of the lambs. The distribution of results by sex showed that female lambs had significantly higher WBC (P<0.05), RBC (P<0.01), and HGB (P<0.05) concentration, while male lambs had significantly higher values of MCV (P<0.01) and concentration of FFA (P<0.01). In conclusion, this research demonstrated that age and sex significantly influence most of the haematological and blood biochemical parameters of organically raised Dalmatian Pramenka lambs.
Risk factors for dog bites involving children
Authors:   Department of Animal Science, Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Domžale, Slovenia, Gobbo Elena , Zupan Šemrov Manja
Published: May 2023

Although children are the most frequent victims of dog bites, gaps remain in understanding of the factors that lead to biting incidents. Using a retrospective and victim self-report questionnaire, risk factors for dog bites with respect to younger and older children in Slovenia are examined. The results showed that younger children were more commonly bitten in a non-public place, outside or inside a house when the owner was absent. They had approached and interacted with a dog they knew, which had a history of aggression and had displayed tense or aggressive behaviour before the bite. Older children were mainly bitten outside in a public space, when the owner was not there. They were approached and bitten by an unknown dog while running or cycling, while entering the dog’s personal space, or it was completely unprovoked. The dog involved had a history of aggression and before the bite the victims had neither interacted nor attempted to interact with the dog. These results suggest that the risk factors for dog bites involving children might be age-related calling for due attention and further assessment.
Hematological findings of free-ranging brown bears (Ursus arctos) from eastern Turkey, obtained by blood film evaluation
Authors:   Department of Pathophysiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zagreb, Croatia, Belić Maja , Klobučar Antea , Faraguna Siniša , Turk Romana , Vince Silvijo , Çoban Emrah , Çoban Ayşegül , Hakk Şekercioğlu Çağan , Kusak Josip
Published: May 2023

Hematology is one of the best population health indicators, and the quickest way to gain insight into some hematological parameters is blood film evaluation. Sometimes, due to the inability to store blood, the unavailability of hematological instruments during field work, or the insufficient amount of blood for complete hematological analysis, blood film evaluation could be the only method for obtaining information about hematological changes. The population of brown bears (Ursus arctos) is often endangered, and is protected as an important integral species of terrestrial communities. Since any baseline hematological data of free-living endangered species are particularly important, the aim of this study was to test the possibility of using blood film evaluation, as the only source of hematological data, for assessment of an animal’s hematological and, consequently, health status. Blood films of seventeen brown bears from eastern Turkey were evaluated to assess the morphology of erythrocytes and leukocytes, estimate the total leukocyte count, determine the differential leukocyte count, and look for the presence of cell inclusions or hemoparasites. Rouleaux formations were present in twelve animals, poikilocytosis in four, while parasitic nematodes, microfilariae, were found in nine out of seventeen bears. The results confirmed that blood film evaluation alone could be of use in assessing an animal’s hematological status, but for more accurate assessment of health status, more blood parameters need to be analyzed. New findings in the study, such as the presence of rouleaux formations and microfilaria in brown bears from eastern Turkey, have opened the door for further investigation in this field.
Management of sudden onset of bradycardia and arterial hypotension during phaeochromocytoma excision in a dog – a case report
Authors:   Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia, Dmitrović Petra , Picavet Pierre , Tutunaru Alexandru C. , Hamaide Annick , Sandersen Charlotte
Published: May 2023

An 11-year-old female spayed Shih Tzu was presented with a history of weight loss, lethargy and a heart murmur. After extensive diagnostics, an adrenal mass was discovered, suspected to be a pheochromocytoma, and surgical excision was planned. During anesthesia, no signs of catecholamine discharge were seen. However, sudden bradycardia and hypotension occurred, necessitating anticholinergic therapy. Such therapy is usually contraindicated in patients with pheochromocytoma due to the risk of significant tachycardia, cardiac arrhythmias, and arterial hypertension. No adverse effects were noted, and the dog recovered uneventfully from the procedure.
A PRAGMATIC ANALYSIS OF HUMOR USED IN ENGLISH MEETING CLUB
Authors: JAKOB JUVRIANTO CHRISSUNDAY
Published: May 2023

Humor is kind of learning tactics which become someone’s style in doing certain methods or learning technique individually. The aim of this research is to found the types and the effects of humor in meeting club. The samples were the learners of Meeting club. The instrument of this research is Audio recording. Based on the result of this research, there are three types of humor appear in meeting club, likes Teasing, Banter and Joking and they are to create communicative teaching and learning, to activate learner in teaching and learning, to increase of the student's English ability especially speaking skill. Finally, it was strongly recommended and effectiveness for humor as an aid to learning and instruction, and trying to eliminate problem in learning English by considering the effects of using humor in Meeting club.
THE EFFECT OF USING REDW STRATEGY ON STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION OF NARRATIVE TEXT AT THE X GRADE OF SMA NEGERI 1 AIR JOMAN IN 2022/2023 ACADEMIC YEAR
Authors: LESTARI ORIANA , SUPIATMAN LIS , SARI PUTRI LIDIANA PERMATA
Published: May 2023

This research was meant to find out the empirical evidence of the students' accomplishment in reading comprehension of narrative text by utilizing Read Examine Decide Write (REDW) Strategy at the X Grade of SMA Negeri 1 Air Joman. This research was quantitative research. The entire class of students at SMA Negeri 1 Air Joman's grade X made up the population of this study. 30 students from the experimental group (class X IPA 4) and 30 students from the control group served as the research's sample subjects (class X IPA 1). A test with multiple choices was used to obtain the data. (1) The students' achievement in reading comprehension narrative text by utilizing the Read Examine Decide Write (REDW) Strategy got the post-test with an average result after the data was analyzed. (1) The students' accomplishment in reading comprehension narrative text by utilizing the Read Examine Decide Write (REDW) Strategy got the post- test with an average result of 83 after the data was analyzed (2) The post-test showed that the students had successfully read narrative texts with comprehension using the conventional way, with an average score of 67. The value of t-observed was 8,43 and t- table was 2,009. The fact that the value of t-observed was higher than t-table indicates that the Read Examine Decide Write (REDW) Strategy had a significant impact on students' reading comprehension success.
Análisis comparativo de modelos de pérdida de trayectoria de propagación para comunicación móvil en Riobamba
Authors: Andy Galo , Gusñay Jhenny , Ovaco Medina Marlon , Puma Angel , Uvidia Ñauñay Angel
Published: May 2023

Los modelos de pérdidas de propagación desempeñan un rol importante en la planificación y diseño de una red celular, para determinar aspectos clave del sistema como la optimización, los ajustes del nivel de potencia y la colocación de las antenas de la red inalámbrica, estos modelos son utilizados para predecir las pérdidas de trayecto en un entorno determinado. En este artículo se han analizado y comparado diferentes modelos de pérdidas de propagación: Modelo Log-Normal, Modelo Okumura-Hata, Modelo Provisional de la Universidad de Standford (SUI), Modelo COST-231 y Modelo Walfisch-Bertoni, basándose en los datos medidos. Los datos de las mediciones de potencia fueron tomados en 5 sectores urbanos de la ciudad de Riobamba a una frecuencia de operación de la red de telefonía Claro de 1900 MHz con la ayuda de la aplicación Network Cell Info Lite. Los resultados del análisis y la comparación concluyen que, el modelo Log-Normal y el modelo SUI muestran los mejores resultados en los cinco entornos.
Flexural Behaviour of Two Ribbed SFRC Slab Reinforced with GFRP Bars
Authors:   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Baharin Adnie , Ahmad Hazrina ,   Civil Engineering Studies, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA Pulau Pinang Branch, Hizdrami Muhammad Haziq ,   Schaefer System International Sdn. Bhd.
Published: May 2023

This study presents the results of an experimental investigation on the application of steel fibres (SF) in combination with glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars as the steel reinforcement replacement in a ribbed slab structure. The promising ability of steel fibre reinforced concrete (SFRC) to reduce the formation of cracks and increase the tensile strength of concrete has made it an attractive composite material for numerous civil construction applications. However, previous research had shown that the performance of the steel fibres on their own to replace steel reinforcements is still in doubt. Therefore, the GFRP bar is chosen due to its structural performance with flexural reinforcement with less weight and corrosion resistance. The influence of the steel fibres and GFRP bars on the two-ribbed slab flexural performance was investigated. Three (3) numbers of slab panels were cast, consisting of one solid SFRC slab (solid-SF), one SFRC ribbed slab (rib-SF), and one SFRC ribbed slab reinforced with GFRP bars (rib-SF-GFRP). All slab samples measuring 1000 mm x 1500 mm x 75 mm thickness were tested under bending and the results showed that the SFRC ribbed slab reinforced with GFRP (rib-SF-GFRP) is efficient in the flexural performance by exhibiting the highest first crack and ultimate load.
An Mrfo Based Artificial Neural Network Based Prediction of Geopolymer Containing Waste Fibre Performance
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Government Engineering College, Nagercoil, India, Vijayalekshmi Reshma Raj Parameswaran , Sujatha Simon Judes ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Government Engineering College, Nagercoil, India
Published: May 2023

Geopolymer concrete (GPC) based on fly ash (FA) is being studied as a possible alternative solution with a lower environmental impact rather than the use of Portland cement based composites. However, the accuracy of the strength prediction still needs to be improved. This study was based on the investigation of various types of machine learning (ML) approaches to predict the compressive strength (C-S) of GPC. This paper proposes a novel approach to predict the compressive strength (C-S) of GPC utilizing Manta Ray Foraging Optimization (MRFO) based on Artificial Neural Network (ANN). Manta ray has three foraging behaviors like chain foraging, cyclone foraging, and somersault foraging for solving various optimization problems. The coefficient of determination (R2) is used to measure how accurate the results are, which usually ranged from 0 to 1. ANN is utilized to forecast the optimized outcomes. Various statistical assessment criteria, such as the coefficient of determination, the mean-absolute percentage deviation, and root-mean-square deviation, were used to evaluate the efficiency of the developed models. The cross-validation technique (k-fold) confirmed the model's performance. The results indicated that the ANN-MRFO model predicted the C–S of FA-GPC mixtures better than the other models. Also, the sensitivity analysis of the proposed model shows that the curing temperature, the ratio of alkaline liquid to the binder, and the amount of sodium silicate are the most important parameters for estimating the C–S of the FA-GPC.
The Study of Total Sediment Transport Characteristics at Kanching Forest Waterfall
Authors:   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Zulkarnain Siti Nur Khalila , Abdullah Sharifah ,   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Jainudin \Shahrul ,   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Published: May 2023

Families and environment enthusiasts frequently visit Kanching Rainforest Waterfall, also known as Kanching Recreational Forest. It is located nearby in the Rawang neighbourhood to the north of Kuala Lumpur and has an area of around 47,000 square metres. Due to its proximity to the city, the region has become a popular place for people to enjoy picnics, camping, swimming, and jungle walks during the holidays. The movement or discharge of water flow is closely related with sediment. Since a specific discharge is necessary to propel and carry particles of a particular weight or size along the pathways. In essence, sediment estimates are so crucial because rivers in Malaysia continue to fill reservoirs with river water for daily use. Sedimentation in reservoirs can reduce the amount of accessible water, hence restricting its application. In this study, the Hjulström graph were used to predict the sediments and particles flow distributions, and the correlation between particle size and particle mobility in the flows of rivers was determined at three (3) checkpoints to examine the sediments and particles flow distributions. According to the data obtained, Checkpoint 1 has a particle velocity of around 0.4703 N/s, or 40 grammes per second, whereas Checkpoint 2 has a velocity of roughly 1.534 N/s, or 156 grammes per second. Lastly, Checkpoint 3 lacks a full load transfer. In addition to preserving one of the region's leisure areas, the significance of complete load transit estimation will ensure its maintenance. By using this method, the estimation of the total load that may be eroded along the river by calculating the total transport load can be forecasted hence, provide a maintenance program toward the rehabilitation of the Kanching Recreational Forest.
The Supervisor’s Influence on Worker Safety in Construction Projects: A Case Study in Northern Region, Malaysia
Authors:   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Abd Muien Amirah Husna , Abdull Rahman Siti Hamidah ,   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Mohd Nusa Fatin Najwa ,   Malaysia Institute of Transport (MITRANS), Universiti Teknologi MARA, Kamaruding Musmuliadi ,   School of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Published: May 2023

Construction is one of the most hazardous businesses in the world, with countless accidents resulting in substantial loss of life and property damage. The fact that management conduct appears to be a key factor in workplace safety mishaps puts even more attention to the matter. The connection between managerial behaviors and workers’ safety in the construction industry has not been well studied or correctly characterized. This paper is aimed at discovering those management behaviors which can significantly impact workers’ safety in construction projects. The objectives of this study are to identify the dimensions of supervisory behavior related to workers’ safety, to determine the impacts of poor supervision on workers’ safety, and lastly to offer solutions to improve bad supervisory behavior to assure workers’ safety. A quantitative study was conducted by the distribution of questionnaires, with 142 respondents taken from construction employees from different contractor firms. They were selected from contractors’ companies registered under CIDB in three Northern states: Pulau Pinang, Kedah, and Perlis. The data were analyzed by using Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS). Normality, Validity, and Reliability Test with Cronbach’s Alpha Coefficient has been adopted in this research. The repercussions include delays in job progress, expenditure overruns, rework, and disruption of the project’s timeline and also to the productivity of the project. The impacts include delays in work progress, expense overruns, rework, mess with the project’s schedule, and also to the productivity of the project. Based on these findings, a supervisory effort to modify bad supervising behavior may assist to protect worker safety.
Nemotivarea sentinței penale. Soluțiile la judecata în apel
Authors: Negru Anca-Ioana
Published: May 2023

Studiul a avut ca punct de pornire practica instanțelor de control care, în lipsa unei prevederi legale exprese, au dispus desființarea hotărârii cu trimitere spre rejudecare la instanța a cărei hotărâre a fost desființată, atunci când au constatat că sentința este nemotivată. În acest context, studiul s-a axat pe două linii: nemotivarea hotărârii și soluția instanței de apel. În ceea ce privește nemotivarea hotărârii, am făcut trimiteri jurisprudențiale pentru a identifica argumentele de ordin factual care determină ca o hotărâre să fie nemotivată și am procedat la o analiză doctrinară surprinzând, din perspectivă istorică, modalitatea în care a evoluat normativ imperativul motivării hotărârilor. Referitor la soluția instanței de apel în cazul nemotivării, am făcut trimiteri jurisprudențiale și doctrinare pentru a verifica dacă este posibilă instituirea unei proceduri distincte după cum apelul reprezintă o cale de atac de reformare sau o cale de atac de anulare.
O proprietate-garantie: fiducia-garantie
Authors: Tamba Adrian
Published: May 2023

Lucrarea de față se concentrează asupra unui tip de proprietate garanție, denumit fiducia-garanție. Studiul este împărțit în nu mai puțin de patru părți. Întâi, este expusă proprietatea-garanție în general. Apoi, sunt redate niște generalități referitoare la fiducie. Mai departe, se vede expusă fiducia-garanție. În final, tradiționalele concluzii sunt înlocuite cu scurte remarci dedicate fiduciei garanție și Codului civil român.
Considerații privind im(posibilitatea) executării silite a bunurilor afectate direct și exclusiv cultului
Authors: Mircioiu Șerban
Published: May 2023

Prezentul articol urmărește să prezinte modalitatea în care are loc executarea silită a bunurilor cu detinația de obiect de cult.

Potrivit art. 27 alin 2 al Legii 489/2006 bunurile sacre, respectiv cele afectate direct și exclusiv cultului, stabilite conform statutelor proprii în conformitate cu tradiția și practicile fiecărui cult, dobândite cu titlu, sunt insesizabile și imprescriptibile și pot fi înstrăinate doar în condițiile statutare specifice fiecărui cult.

Suntem de părere că ar trebui făcută o distincție între modalitatea de executare silită indirectă sub forma urmăririi mobiliare - sechestrarea și vânzarea la licitație publică a bunurilor mobile și urmărirea imobiliară - vânzarea la licitație publică și adjudecarea imobilelor și modalitatea de executare silită directă - sub forma predării silite a bunurilor mobile și predării silite a bunurilor imobile.

În cazul modalității de executare silită indirectă, a bunurilor sacre, acestea fiind insesizabile, nu pot face obiectul executării silite.

În cazul modalității de executare silită directă, prin predarea silită a bunurilor mobile și predarea silită a bunurilor imobile, a bunurilor sacre, apreciem că acestea nu sunt insesizabile și pot face obiectul executării silite directe, în ipoteza în care au fost confiscate în mod abuziv de stat în perioada 1940-1989, sau în cazul în care au fost preluate fără titlu.
Volatilitatea formalismului informativ interconectat formării online a contractelor bussiness-to-consumer: comentariu asupra deciziei CJUE în cauza c‑249/21
Authors: Goicovici Juanita
Published: May 2023

Studiul abordează problematica formalismului informativ și a executării obligației de transparență care incumbă profesioniștilor în raporturile cu consumatorii, prin raportare la formarea contractelor încheiate la distanță în format digital, îndeosebi cu privire la interogația dacă o formulă înscrisă pe butonul de comandă sau pe o funcție digitală similară, cum ar fi formula „finalizare rezervare”, este echivalentă mențiunii „comandă ce implică o obligație de plată”; inserarea ultimei mențiuni este obligatorie în cazul contractelor formate online, în temeiul dispozițiilor art. 8, alin. (2), teza secundară din Directiva 2011/83/UE privind drepturile consumatorilor, cu modificările ulterioare. Vom aborda, în acest comentariu, coordonatele teoretice și practice care pot fi decelate din hotărârea CJUE pronunțată în cauza C-249/21 cu privire la imbricațiile care se instalează între formalismul informativ și executarea obligației de transparență în etapa precontractuală: prin activarea unui buton sau a unei funcții similare, consumatorul ar trebui să deducă din împrejurările acestui proces de contractare online că se angajează în mod obligatoriu să plătească, trecându-se în etapa efectelor contractuale obligatorii, context în care mențiunea care figurează pe butonul activ de plasare a comenzii online ar trebui să permită consumatorului să identifice consecințele juridice ale plasării comenzii/acceptării ofertei formulate de vânzătorul/prestatorul de servicii profesionist.
ANALISIS BIBLIOMETRIK PROGRAM PARENTING TERHADAP PENCEGAHAN PENGANIAYAAN PADA ANAK
Authors: Anggraeni Aprellia , Nurwati R. Nunung , Basar Gigin Ginanjar Kamil
Published: May 2023

Artikel ini bertujuan melihat tren penelitian, penulis, dan negara yang paling berpengaruh dalam topik program parenting terhadap pencegahan penganiayaan anak. Metode yang digunakan berupa analisis bibliometrik dimana penelitian ini akan menunjukkan hasil berupa data statistik. Kata kunci menggunakan istilah “parenting program” dan sinonim lainnya, dan digabungkan dengan istilah “child maltreatment” dan sinonim lainnya untuk mencari artikel yang sesuai. Artikel yang diikutsertakan sebanyak 605 artikel dari database Scopus. Data dianalisis dan divisualisasikan dengan menggunakan aplikasi VOSviewer. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa penelitian ini banyak dilakukan di negara-negara maju seperti United States, United Kingdom, dan Canada. Sanders M. R. menjadi penulis berpengaruh dalam topik ini. Beberapa hasil temuan kata kunci juga menjadi rujukan untuk penelitian masa depan seperti program parenting terhadap child maltreatment menggunakan meta-analisis dan efektifitasnya.
Panorama dos impactos causados pelo descarte inadequado dos resíduos sólidos na biodiversidade
Authors: Santos Júnior Robério Satyro dos , Souza Roberto Rodrigues de
Published: May 2023

A biodiversidade esteve e está em constante transformação natural, mas devido às ações exercidas pelo homem, seja pela extração de recursos naturais e consequentemente a geração de poluição pelo descarte inadequado dos resíduos, acelerou a extinção de espécies e matérias-primas aplicadas no processo de produção. Nesse cenário, a extração para produção de novos produtos necessitou da transformação física e química dos resíduos e, portanto, a adoção de tecnologias específicas para o tratamento e disposição final ambientalmente correta. Todavia, nem todos os tipos de resíduos (sólido, líquido e gasoso) gerados são descartados de forma ambientalmente correta, ocasionando diversos impactos na biodiversidade. Nesse sentido, o estudo objetivou identificar os impactos causados pelo descarte irregular dos resíduos sólidos no meio ambiente. A metodologia aplicada consistiu em uma revisão sistemática considerando o descarte inadequado e os impactos gerados pelos resíduos entre 2018 e 2022. Ficou constatado que os resíduos mais gerados foram os industriais e os urbanos, sendo o plástico, o principal causador dos problemas para a biodiversidade, pela poluição de oceanos, terra e ar, demonstrando a necessidade de maior participação dos governos na adoção de políticas públicas para os resíduos gerados.
Pola Interaksi Guru dan Orang Tua Dalam Mengendalikan Perilaku Belajar Siswa Selama Daring Di SMP 3 Prabumulih
Authors: Anggraini Bella , Darmawani Evia , Ramadhani Erfan
Published: May 2023

Sistem pembelajaran daring tentu membuat kondisi perilaku belajar siswa menjadi tidak stabil bahkan tidak sedikit siswa yang mengalami perubahan dalam perilaku belajar, ditambah lagi orang tua yang harus menggantikan peran guru terkadang mengalami banyak kesulitan dalam memberikan ketersedian waktu yang terbatas. Masalah tersebut apabila dibiarkan akan berdampak tidak baik bagi siswa. Hal ini menjadi salah satu tantangan bagi guru Bimbingan dan konseling, khususnya di SMP Negeri 3 Prabumulih. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk memperoleh gambaran pola interaksi guru dan orang tua dalam mengendalikan perilaku belajar siswa selama daring di SMP Negeri 3 Prabumulih. Metode penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Subjek utama dalam penelitian ini 1 orang guru BK, dan 5 Orang tua siswa sedangkan subjek pendukung 5 Guru Mata pelajaran Sekaligus wali kelas. Analisis data menggunakan reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Dilakukan triangulasi sumber sebagai keabsahan data. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan pola interaksi guru dan orang tua dalam mengendalikan perilaku belajar siswa sulit terjalin dengan baik, karena adanya keterbatasan waktu. Hal ini mengakibatkan pendampingan terhadap perilaku belajar siswa selama pembelajaran daring tidak efektif.  Untuk menjaga hubungan kerjasama yang baik guru bimbingan dan konseling, orang tua siswa, guru mata pelajaran sekaligus wali kelas harus adanya waktu berkomunikasi secara langsung, keterbukaan satu sama lain, saling bertukar pendapat mengenai solusi yang tepat untuk membantu permasalahan siswa tersebut.
Bimbingan Karir Dalam Meningkatkan Vocational Skills Remaja Putus Sekolah Di PSBR Yogyakarta
Authors: Adiansyah Adiansyah
Published: May 2023

Remaja merupakan salah satu fase dalam perkembangan manusia. Remaja berada pada fase anak dan dewasa. Apabila remaja berprilaku seperti anak-anak, remaja akan diajari bertindak sesuai umurnya namun apabila mereka berprilaku seperti dewasa, mereka seringkali dituduh terlalu besar dan bahkan dimarahi karena bertindak seperti dewasa. Remaja mengalami kebingungan bahkan merasakan ketakutan serta kesulitan dalam menghadapi fenomena dan realita yang muncul sehingga merupakan alasan logis jika remaja harus mendapatkan pendidikan. Namun tidak semua remaja dapat mengenyam pendidikan. Pada kondisi tertentu remaja terpaksa putus sekolah. Terputusnya remaja dari layanan pendidikan formal di sekolah tentu dapat memicu permasalahan yang lebih komplek. Salah satu alternatifnya dengan memberikan bimbingan di jalur non formal melalui Panti Sosial Bina Remaja Yogyakarta (PSBR). Penelitian ini bertujuan menggali permasalahan yang dialami oleh remaja putus sekolah serta apasaja bimbingan karir yang diberikan oleh PSBR guna meningkatkan vocational skills remaja putus sekolah. Merujuk pada tujuan peneliti tersebut, maka penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriftif dengan cara pengamatan yang mendalam dalam menganalisa data yang nantinya menghasilkan data deskriftif dari objek yang diamati. Peneliti menemukan bahwasanya remaja putus sekolah di PSBR mengalami permasalahan pendidikan, permasalahan karir atau pekerjaan serta permasalahan perkawinan atau hidup berumah tangga. Keterampilan dilakukan dengan dua model yakni dengan memberikan teori kemudian dilanjutkan dengan bimbingan dalam bentuk praktek. Beberapa keterampilan yang diberikan diantaranya keterampilan tata rias/salon, keterampilan menjahit, keterampilan meubel/kayu, keterampilan mesin /montir motor dan keterampilan las.
KONSEP JIHAD DALAM AL-QUR’AN; APLIKASI PENAFSIRAN KONTEKSTUAL ABDULLAH SAEED
Authors: Hartini Dwi
Published: May 2023

Abstract
This paper describes about the meaning of concept Jihad by using the theory of Abdullah Saeed. There are four things be discussed in the theory, namely: Language Analysis, Historical Context, Parallel Texts or intertext connection, and Value Hierarchy. These four things are processing of application the contextualization theory of Abdullah Saeed. And the result of this discussed the concept of Jihad that expressed in Al-Qur’an is very broad. Not only about fighting on the battlefield to uphold the religion of God, but also embraces the struggle to uphold Amal Ma’ruf Nahi Munkar, jihad against lust, jihat stating the truth of Islam, Jihad to wipe tyranny and oppression, jihad against the enemies of Islam and etc.
TAFSIR AD-DURR AL-MANTSUR FI TAFSIR AL-MA’TSUR KARYA IMAM AS-SUYUTHI (Studi Deskriptif Atas Metodologi Hingga Aspek Pendekatakan Interpretasi)
Authors: Husnaini Ica Fauziah
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Tafsir ad-Du>rr al-Mantsur fi Tafsir al-Ma’tsur by Imam Jalaluddin As-Suyuthi is part of the intertextuality of his previous work, the book Tarju>manul Qur’an. However in this study, the author only describes the main aspects in this interpretation, such as the methodology of interpretation, systematics of writing, patterns of interpretation and others. This type of research is literature research, using descriptive-analysis. The conclusion of this article explains that the background of writing the book Ad-Du>rr al-Mantsur fi Tafsir al-Ma’tsur is because - he (as-Suyuthi) wanted to make a summary of the Book of Tarju>manul Qur’an, so this interpretation was written. This interpretation is classified as the book of bi al-Ma'tsur, because generally the source of interpretation used is history, either using munasabah, history or hadith of the Prophet. friends, and tabi'in.
PEMELIHARAAN JANIN DAN ASI PERSPEKTIF THANTHAWI JAUHARI (Studi Makna Robba dan al-‘Alamīn dalam Qs. al-Fatihah : 2 Pada Kitab al-Jawahir fi Tafsir al-Qur’an al-Karim)
Authors: Wisnu Wardana Rizki Afrianto , Maula Minhatul
Published: May 2023

Abstract
This paper reviews a modern commentator (mufassir), Imam Thanthawi Jauhari in interpreting the lafad robba and al-'alamin. In this interpretation, Imam Thanthawi interprets the lafad robba with the interpretation of maintaining. The author relates the meaning of God's care for the fetus and breast milk of a mother with modern medicine. The method used in this writing is descriptive-analytical method with the primary source of the book "Al-Jauhar fi Tafsir". In addition, the author also explains the munasabah verse related to God's care for nature with one of the verses which has the same editorial as Surah al-Fatihah verse 2. According to Imam Thanthawi, a Muslim should think about how God cares for his creation, especially nature, not only want to consume only natural products but do not want to think about how Allah grows plants, cares for fetuses, takes care of animals and cares for nature in its contents.