bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Numerical modelling of the Caspian Sea tides
Authors: Medvedev Igor P. , Kulikov Evgueni A. , Fine Isaac V. 
Published: February 2020

Abstract. The Caspian Sea is the largest enclosed basin on Earth and a
unique subject for the analysis of tidal dynamics. Tides in the basin are
produced directly by the tide-generating forces. Using the Princeton Ocean
Model (POM), we examine details of the spatial and temporal features of the
tidal dynamics in the Caspian Sea. We present tidal charts of the amplitudes
and phase lags of the major tidal constituents, together with maps of the
form factor, tidal range, and tidal current speed. Semi-diurnal tides in the
Caspian Sea are determined by a Taylor amphidromic system with
anticlockwise rotation. The largest M2 amplitude is 6 cm and is
located in Türkmen Aylagy (called Turkmen Bay hereafter). For the diurnal constituents, the Absheron Peninsula
separates two individual amphidromes with anticlockwise rotation in the
north and in the south. The maximum K1 amplitudes (up to 0.7–0.8 cm)
are located in (1) the south-eastern part of the basin, (2) Türkmenbaşy Gulf, (3) Mangyshlak Bay; and (4) Kizlyar Bay. As a
result, the semi-diurnal tides prevail over diurnal tides in the Caspian Sea.
The maximum tidal range, of up to 21 cm, has been found in Turkmen Bay. The
strongest tidal currents have been located in the straits to the north and
south of Ogurja Ada, where speeds reach 22 and 19 cm s−1, respectively.
Numerical simulations of the tides using different mean sea levels (within a
range of 5 m) indicate that spatial features of the Caspian Sea tides are
strongly sensitive to changes in mean sea level.
Preventie en de aanpak van radicaliseren en terrorisme: een herziening
Authors: Steinmetz Carl H.D. 
Published: February 2020

Prevention and the approach to radicalization and terrorism: a revision
About half (54%) of Dutch mental health care have patients who radicalize. This delivery room for radical losers deserves more attention. The GGZ will then have to emerge from the stalled discourse, that radicalization is not a psychiatric disorder. An important breeding ground for these and other ‘delivery rooms’ are apart from factors like social and psychological influences, and grievances about social, economic and health inequalities (Bhui et al., 2014), the wars that are initiated annually by the United States from 1798, with or without the help of the United Kingdom, the European Union and therefore the Netherlands. This article argues that ‘fire should not be fired with fire’. It is argued for the implementation of Activism of Hope (Lleshi, 2018) with its own grandfathers, such as Martin Luther King, Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela. Finally, an action perspective for all young people in the tumultuous phase of adolescence is proposed for education- and care institutions.
Kickboksen, een Marokkaanse route naar succes?
Authors: van Gemert Frank 
Published: February 2020

Kickboxing, a Maroccan route to success?
Loïc Wacquant conducted ethnographic research in the ghetto of Chicago and describes the route to social mobility that black boxers try to follow as they train in the gym and build body capital. Based on similar research methods, this article compares the black boxers to two episodes of kickboxing in Amsterdam. Wacquant is not hopeful when it comes to social mobility of the boxers, as he sees their boxing careers as confirmation of their low position in society. In the first Dutch episode, kickboxers manage to combine body work in the gym with working in the nightlife economy. They make money but are unaware of the danger of getting involved in criminal activities, and a number of fighters end up in prison or even dead. Currently, kickboxing is very popular with young Moroccans. Having seen what went wrong in the previous episode, Moroccan trainers keep a close watch on their pupils, and make sure they realize that what happens outside and after kickboxing is what really matters.
Veiligheid uit de glazen bol?
Authors: Spithoven Remco , Beerends Siri 
Published: February 2020

Crystal Ball security? – Towards responsible applications of Big Data technology in the area of security.
The promises of Big Data, predictive policing and artificial intelligence hold a key position in the public debate for quite some time now. Optimists tell that it is possible to predict where criminal events will occur before they take place. This would implicate a major shift towards a crime and insecurity preventive society, feeding on our cultural longing for a secure future. Therefore we give algorithms and deep learning access to more and more aspects of our lives. But how realistic and desirable is the application of Big Data techniques in the area of security?In this article we put focus on the research question ‘In which way can Big Data and predictive policing support good governance of security?’, that has led our study. By exploring the central concepts, the processes behind them and their results in the domain of public security, we conclude that there are only rather disappointing results from the application of these techniques: crime and insecurity have not dropped when the police and other organizations turned to Big Data techniques. Instead, many negative side effects occurred. We search for explanations in six central academic critiques on the application of these techniques in the area of security.We have found several ways to guaranty principles of good governance in the application of Big Data techniques, but these require a firm paradigm shift on Big Data in general. The heuristics of security professionals should not be overshadowed by technological promises: the professional should always be in the loop, must understand the way predictions come into existence and must be able to correct flaws and bugs of (semi-)automated decisions. We conclude that safeguarding public security must remain human work in which Big Data techniques can assist.
The Mongolia- China-Russia: Opportunities and Challenges to Develop Cross-Border Cooperation
Authors: Tsend Baatar 
Published: February 2020

The Mongolia-China-Russia Economic Corridor is in line with the common interests of the three countries in economic development and has been accelerated since its proposal. To strengthen trilateral cooperation is one of the key cooperation areas in “Program Planning for the Construction of Mongolia- China-Russia Economic Corridor”, it accords with the direction for “Belt and Road” initiative development.
The Government of Mongolia, with the objective of improving its internal transport network and increasing trade and transit links between Mongolia and its neighboring countries, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Russian Federation, has undertaken the upgrading of the Western Regional Road Corridor (WRRC). The WRRC connecting Yarant at the Mongolia/China border and Ulaanbaishint at the Mongolia/Russia border is strategically important for the socio-economic and regional development of Mongolia, as well as improving relationships with neighboring countries.
Western vertical axis develops through the following steps: 1. In order to implement regional development plans, there is a need to support rural development and urbanization, to improve infrastructure conditions, to support industries and to improve the investment environment for small and medium-sized enterprises; and also there is a need to increase investment in tourism. 2. Facilitation of trade and support for cross-border trade, services and tourism. 3. A true economic corridor will be established when government policy coincides with regional development plans.
Монгол, Хятад, Оросын хил орчмын хамтын ажиллагааг хөгжүүлэх боломж, сорилт
Хураангуй: Энэхүү өгүүлэлд Торгоны замын эдийн засгийн бүсийн стратеги түүний зорилго, зорилт хэрэгжилтийн өнөөгийн байдал, боломж, сорилт цаашдын чиг хандлага зэргийг хураангуйлан авч үзэв. Тодруулбал, гурван улсын эдийн засгийн коридор байгуулах хөтөлбөрийн замын зурагт орсон баруун босоо тэнхлэгийн давуу тал, гурван улсын хил дамнасан бүс нутгуудын хамтын ажиллагааг өрнүүлэн хөгжүүлж хамтдаа үр шимийг нь хүртэх боломжтой дэд бүтэц, мал аж ахуй, уул уурхай, худалдаа, эдийн засаг, аялал жуулчлал чиглэлийг судалгаандаа хамруулахын зэрэгцээ Монгол, Хятадын бизнесменүүд Оросын Баруун Сибирийн хил дамнасан бүс нутагт бизнес эрхлэх боломж, тэдний эрэлт хэрэгцээ, нийлүүлэлт, хангамж зэрэг асуудлыг ч хөндөн авч үзлээ. Монгол Улсын хил орчмын бүс нутгийн хөгжлийн асуудлыг эдийн засгийн орон зайн төлөвлөлттэй нягт уялдуулан судлахыг хичээсэн болно.
Түлхүүр үг: Торгоны зам, Монгол, Хятад, Орос, ӨМӨЗО, баруун бүс, Оросын баруун Сибирын бүс нутаг, эрдэс баялаг, дэд бүтэц, транзит тээвэр-логистик, аялал жуулчлал, хөдөө аж ахуйн кластер, үйлдвэр технологийн парк, хил дамнасан худалдаа, эдийн засгийн чөлөөт бүс
The Aspects Current Situation of Cultural and Educational Relationship between Russia and China
Authors: Choijamts Battsetseg 
Published: February 2020

The paper explores actual results and impacts of contracts and agreements, legal environment, features of cooperative mechanism and activities, regional cooperation, inter-organizational collaboration, and student exchanges in cultural, educational and humanitarian sectors between Russia and China since 1990.
Furthermore, the author argues that the relationship of strategic partnership between the two countries took priorities over not only political and economic issues but also cultural, educational and humanitarian spheres.
Орос, Хятадын соёл, боловсролын харилцааны төлөв байдал
Хураангуй: Эл өгүүлэлд манай хөрш ОХУ, БНХАУ-ын хооронд 1990-ээд оноос хойш өнөөг хүртэл хэрэгжүүлж буй соёл, боловсрол, хүмүүнлэгийн салбарт байгуулсан гэрээ, хэлэлцээр, хамтын ажиллагааны механизм, үйл ажиллагааны онцлог, боловсролын байгууллагуудын хоорондын холбоо, оюутан солилцоо, бүс нутаг хоорондын харилцааны бодит үр дүнг тодорхойлохыг зорив. Мөн ОХУ, БНХАУ-ын хоорондын стратегийн түншлэлийн харилцаа нь зөвхөн улс төр, худалдаа-эдийн засгийн хүрээнд бус мөн соёл, боловсрол, хүмүүнлэгийн салбарт тэргүүлж байгаа тухай өгүүлэх болно.
Түлхүүр үг: Орос, Хятадын соёл, боловсролын хамтын ажиллагааны гэрээ, хэлэлцээр, оюутан солилцоо, бүс нутгийн харилцаа
The RoCS Framework to Support the Development of Autonomous Robots
Authors: Ramos Leonardo , Divino Gabriel Lisbôa Guimarães , Lopes Guilherme Cano , De França Breno Bernard Nicolau , Montecchi Leonardo , Colombini Esther Luna 
Published: February 2020

With the expansion of autonomous robotics and its applications (e.g. medical, competition, military), the biggest hurdle in developing mobile robots lies in endowing them with the ability to interact with the environment and to make correct decisions so that their tasks can be executed successfully. However, as the complexity of robotic systems grows, the need to organize and modularize software for their correct functioning also becomes a challenge, making the development of software for controlling robots a complex and intricate task. In the robotics domain, there is a lack of reference software architectures and, although most robot architectures available in the literature facilitate the creation process with their modularity, existing solutions do not provide development guidance on reusing existing modules. Based on the well-
known IBM Autonomic Computing reference architecture (known as MAPE-K), this work defines a refined architecture following the Robotics perspective. To explore the capabilities of the proposed refinement, we implemented the RoCS (Robotics and Cognitive Systems) framework for autonomous robots. We successfully tested the framework under simulated robotics scenarios that mimic typical robotics tasks and evidence the framework reuse capability. Finally, we understand the proposed framework needs further experimental evaluation, particularly, assessments on real-world scenarios.
IPO ETFs: An Alternative Way to Enter the Initial Public Offering Business
Authors: G. Rompotis Gerasimos 
Published: February 2020

This chapter focuses on the initial public offerings (IPO) ETFs, which constitute an alternative way to enter the IPO business. Short- and long-term performance of ETFs is examined vis-a-vis the performance of major market indices. Three types of returns are computed; the absolute, benchmark-adjusted, and abnormal return. Returns are computed for the initial trading day and for the first 2, 3, 4, 5, 21, and 63 trading days. Long-run returns are also calculated for the first 6, 12, 18, and 24 months of trading and for the entire history of ETFs up to October 31, 2016 from a cumulative and a buy-and-hold perspective. Risk-adjusted returns are estimated with a six-factor model. The results indicate that the average first-day return is positive but below 1%. In the long run, the cumulative absolute returns are positive during the several intervals examined, whereas the cumulative benchmark-adjusted and abnormal returns are positive only for the first 6 months of trading. These returns become negative after the first 6 months. Going further, ETFs deliver significant buy-and-hold returns over the several periods examined. Finally, the results reveal that just one out of the four IPO ETFs examined can produce a robust and statistically significant alpha.
Rapid Evaluation of Biomass Properties Used for Energy Purposes Using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
Authors: Posom Jetsada , Maraphum Kanvisit , Phuphaphud Arthit 
Published: February 2020

The parameters corresponding to combustion and pyrolysis such as proximate parameter (emissions), calorific value, elemental component, pyrolysis characteristics (temperature), and thermal properties are necessary to the thermal conversion process and the trading of biomass. Traditionally, these parameters of wood chips, milled wood, and biomass pellets are determined with chemicals, time-consuming, and required technical experts, such as thermogravimetry, bomb calorimetry, dry oven, muffle furnace, and so on. The near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy is a rapid, noncontact no-chemical measurement. For NIR spectroscopy, only 2–3 seconds are used for evaluation, and it could be used for online measurement. The application of NIR spectroscopy in the estimation of the biomass characteristics of wood chips, milled wood, and biomass pellets is described in this chapter.
Mapping Land Cover Based on Time Series Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Data in Klaten, Indonesia
Authors: Fikriyah Vidya Nahdhiyatul 
Published: February 2020

<p><em>Information </em><em>on </em><em>the existing land cover is important for land management and planning because it can represent the intensity, location, and pattern of human activities. However, mapping land cover in tropical regions is not easy when using optical remote sensing due to the scarcity of cloud-free images. Therefore, the objective of this study is to map the land cover in Klaten Regency using a time-series Sentinel-1 data. Sentinel-1 data is one of remote sensing image</em><em>s</em><em> with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) system which is well known by its capabilit</em><em>y</em><em> of cloud penetration and all-weather observation. A time-series Sentinel-1 data of both polarisations, VV and VH were automatically classified using an unsupervised classification technique, ISODATA. The results show that the land cover classifications obtained overall accuracies of 79</em><em>.</em><em>26% and 73</em><em>.</em><em>79</em><em>% </em><em>for VV and VH respectively. It is also found that Klaten is still dominated by the vegetated land (agriculture and non-agricultural land).</em><em> T</em><em>hese results suggest the opportunity of mapping land cover using SAR multi temporal data. </em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em> Keywords</em></strong><em>: </em><em>Land cover; Synthetic Aperture Radar; Time series; Sentinel-1; Klaten</em><em></em></p>
Self‐Directed Adult Learning: Then and Now
Authors: Peno Kathy 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTSelf‐directed learning (SDL) has become increasingly important in today's fast‐paced and ever‐changing society. This paper explores SDL's historical evolution, theoretical foundations, and practical applications, particularly in online environments. SDL is defined as a personal attribute and a process that empowers learners to take the initiative and responsibility for their education. Key models of SDL, including those by Candy, Brockett and Hiemstra, and Grow, provide frameworks for understanding how learners develop self‐direction. The role of social context and the importance of lifelong learning are emphasized, especially during significant events like the COVID‐19 pandemic, highlighting the necessity for adaptability in education and work. Additionally, the paper discusses how SDL is facilitated in online learning environments, highlighting the need for learners to develop skills in self‐regulation, time management, and effective use of resources to succeed.
Development of a pH‐Responsive Antimicrobial and Potent Antioxidant Hydrogel for Accelerated Wound Healing: A Game Changer in Drug Delivery
Authors: Gui Qixiang , Ding Neng , Wu Haimei , Liu Jinyue , Geng Yingnan , Zhu Jie , Gao Mingyue , Du Antong , Yue Bingbing , Zhu Lie 
Published: December 2024

AbstractStimuli‐responsive hydrogels have the capability to alter their state in response to changes in physiological signals within their application environment, providing distinct benefits in drug delivery applications. Here, the acidic pH typically found in acutely infected wounds can be effectively managed by incorporating a pH‐responsive Ag+ loaded system within the hydrogel, thereby ensuring efficient drug use and preventing potential toxicity from the sudden release of silver ions. The antimicrobial composite hydrogel HAMA/GelMA‐CA/Ag+ provides some tissue adhesion and accelerates wound healing. GelMA‐CA is synthesized by modifying gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) with caffeic acid (CA), while hyaluronic acid methacryloyl (HAMA) is introduced to prepare a double network hydrogel. Silver nitrate is then introduced to make it pH‐responsive through the formation of coordination between the polyphenolic structure of caffeic acid and the silver ions. The composite hydrogel exhibited excellent antioxidant properties and strong antimicrobial activity against both Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli). Furthermore, the composite hydrogel accelerated the promotion of wound healing in a rat model of S. aureus‐infected wounds. In conclusion, the HAMA/GelMA‐CA/Ag+ hydrogel is a promising bioactive material that can be used as a wound dressing to promote the healing of acutely infected wounds.
Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Screening in Occupational Health Surveillance Exams Is Associated With Decreased CRC Mortality
Authors: Cloeren Marianne , Dement John , Ghorbanpoor Kian , Almashat Sammy , Grier William , Quinn Patricia , Cranford Kim , Chen Anna , Haas Scott , Ringen Knut 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundColorectal cancer (CRC) screening is recommended for adults aged 45 to 75. Using data from a national screening program, we examined the impact of CRC screening in a population with occupational exposures.MethodsSince 1998, the Building Trades National Medical Screening Program (BTMed) has offered CRC screening every 3 years. Tests used were: guaiac fecal occult blood test (gFOBT), 1998–2008; high sensitivity (HS)‐gFOBT, 2009–2015; and fecal immunochemical test (FIT) since 2015. Data from the National Death Index through December 31, 2021 were used to compute standardized mortality ratios (SMRs) to compare the mortality experience of exam participants to nonparticipants. Internal analyses used Poisson regression and Cox regression to evaluation impact of CRC screening participation on CRC mortality.ResultsParticipation in gFOBT was 68.2%; HS‐gFOBT, 78.7%; and FIT, 85.9%. The SMR for CRC was significantly higher for BTMed exam nonparticipants (SMR = 2.04, 95% CI 1.40–2.86) than exam participants (SMR = 1.07, 95% CI 0.88–1.28). Impact of CRC screening participation on reducing CRC mortality by type of test was 2% for gFOBT, 12% for HS‐FOBT, and 61% for FIT.DiscussionThis study found higher CRC screening participation than in the general population, with mortality reduction from screening similar to what is found in the general population, even though BTMed screening was conducted every 3 years rather than annually.ConclusionsParticipation in CRC screening had a significant impact on CRC mortality. Innovations in stool tests have led to greater convenience, participation, and impact, particularly for the FIT test. Occupational health practices should consider including CRC screening.
Temperature‐Swing Synthesis of Highly Crystalline Covalent Organic Framework Films for Fast and Precise Molecular Separations
Authors: Liu Kai , Yin Congcong , Gao Jinglin , Wang Yong 
Published: December 2024

AbstractProducing crystalline covalent organic framework (COF) films is intimately related to the elusive nucleation and growth processes, which is desirable for efficient molecular transport. Rational control over these processes and insights into the mechanisms are crucial to improve synthetic methodology and achieve COF films with regular channels. Here, we report the controllable synthesis of COF films via the temperature‐swing strategy and explore their crystallization from monomer assemblies to film formation. A detailed time‐dependent study reveals that COF crystallites preferentially coalesce at low temperature, progressing from assembled nanospheres to continuous films through lateral and vertical interactions. Moreover, appropriately elevating the synthesis temperature promotes crystal growth and eliminate the defects of weakly crystalline regions, contributing to highly crystalline and porous COF film with a surface area of 746 m2 g−1. The prepared COF composite membrane exhibits a methanol permeance of 79 L m−2 h−1 bar−1, which is 4.5 times higher than the weakly crystalline counterpart. In addition, the molecular sieving test recognize great membrane selectivity to discriminate the antibiotic mixture with a high separation factor of 15.4. This work offers a feasible way for the rational design of the synthesis environment, enabling access to highly crystalline framework materials for targeting molecular separations.
Autophagy‐Mediated Targeted Protein Degradation
Authors: Shao Jinning , Xie Shangzhi , Hong Shurui , Qian Linghui 
Published: December 2024

AbstractAutophagy is an evolutionarily conserved turnover process in eukaryotes, mediating the delivery of various cellular components to lysosomes for degradation and facilitating the recycling of the breakdown products to maintain homeostasis. By harnessing this powerful autophagy‐lysosomal degradation system, strategies for targeted protein degradation (TPD) have been emerging to remove specific disease‐related proteins (both intracellular and cell‐surface proteins) for complete elimination of their functions, bringing new insights to drug discovery. Herein, we give a brief introduction on how autophagy works followed by a focus on available small‐molecule and macromolecule‐based strategies for TPD mediated by autophagy.