bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Innovative trend analysis of precipitation changes over Nigeria: A case study of locations across the Niger and Benue Rivers
Authors: Agbo Emmanuel P. , Offorson Golden C. , Yusuf Abubakar S. , Bassey John O. , Okono Moses A. , Nkajoe Ugochukwu , Ushie Patrick O. 
Published: November 2024

Precipitation has become a major topic of discussion in the subject of climate change. Studies have presented correlative relationships between climate change and the existing alterations in the global water cycle, leading to more extreme precipitation events, including both droughts and floods. This has shown severe impacts on agriculture, water resources, ozone levels, and human settlements. Accordingly, this study analyzes the trends in 40 years (1981-2020) of total monthly and annual precipitation data from six selected locations in Nigeria, using both the Mann-Kendall (MK) and new Sen's innovative trend analysis (ITA) method. The stations were chosen because of their close proximity to the Niger or Benue Rivers. The data were visually analyzed using boxplots to identify seasonal patterns and outliers, and the results of the MK test show that four of the six locations detected trends for annual and wet season precipitation variations. However, this was not applicable to dry season variations. The ITA test results show that only Kainji has an increasing trend in total annual and wet season precipitation, especially for high precipitation values, whereas other locations show decreasing trends for maximum precipitation values. A comparison of the two tests suggests that, the ITA test is more sensitive in detecting trends in precipitation data for the study locations. Overall, this study provides useful information for understanding the precipitation patterns in Nigeria, and can assist in planning and implementing appropriate water resource management strategies, with regards to the major rivers in the region.
Efektivitas Pemberesan Boedel Pailit Oleh Kurator dan Perlindungan Hak Terhadap Kreditur Separatis Bank
Authors: Sinaga Comodor Erfisen , Nainggolan Bernard , Widiarty Wiwik Sri 
Published: November 2024

Ekonomi Indonesia telah menunjukkan tren positif dalam beberapa tahun terakhir. Namun, masih terdapat berbagai tantangan yang dihadapi, seperti tingginya tingkat kemiskinan, kesenjangan pendapatan, dan pengangguran. Metode pendekatan yang akan penulis gunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode pendekatan secara yuridis normatif. Pendekatan Perundang – undangan (statute approach), Pendekatan Kasus (case approach), dan Pendekatan Konseptual (conceptual approach). Bahwa dengan disahkannya Undang-undang Nomor 37 Tahun 2004 Tentang Kepailitan dan Penundaan Kewajiban Pembayaran Utang telah terdapat adanya kepastian hukum mengenai pengertian kreditur. Bahwa apabila kita baca terkait dengan penjelasan Pasal 2 Ayat (1) Undang-undang Nomor 37 Tahun 2004 Tentang Kepailitan dan Penundaan Kewajiban Pembayaran Utang. Bahwa dalam perkara Perkara Pailit Putusan Nomor 12/Pdt.Sus-Pailit/2015/PN Niaga Smg tertanggal 22 Oktober 2015 pada pokoknya Kurator PT. Mitra Sentosa Plastik Industri (Dalam Pailit) telah efektif melakukan penilaian harta pailit debitur PT. Mitra Sentrosa Plastik (Dalam Pailit) selaku debitur pailit, dan telah efektif dalam melaksanakan dan/atau melakukan pemberesan harta pailit PT. Mitra Sentosa Plastik Industri (Dalam Pailit)
Level of Awareness of ICT Tools Among the Faculty Working in Higher Education Institutions in the Malabar Region, Kerala
Authors: T. Faisal , A. Dharmaraj 
Published: November 2024

Introduction: The advent of internet and innovative technologies has rendered learning solution for universities currently navigating an environment of passionate change. Universally, the COVID-19 lockdown has impacted every facet of life, and education is no exception. Understanding faculty perceptions on e-learning technologies is essential for the successful growth of academic programs.

Objective: This study aims to investigate college faculty members current status and future expectations regarding e-learning.

Method: It is an empirical research study encompassing faculty teaching higher education in arts, sciences, humanities, engineering, and health sciences. The purposive sampling, with a sample size of 389 is adopted for the study. The primary data is collected through questionnaire. Descriptive Statistics and Regression, aided by IBM SPSS Statistics 22, are employed for analysis and interpretation.

Results: The study reveals a moderate awareness level towards E-Learning.
Skill Requirements for Planning for Adopting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at Panchayat Level in Coimbatore District
Authors: Rao B.V.S. Shiva , Nandhini M. , Nithya S. , Sujatha R. 
Published: November 2024

Objectives: The primary objective of this study is to integrate Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into Coimbatore District Panchayat planning to promote long-term environmental, social, and economic well-being. The research aims to address the challenges faced by the Panchayats, such as water conservation, land management, and community connection, by proposing an innovative approach to sustainable development.

Methods: The study introduces the Innovative Sustainable Community Hamlet Empowered Watershed Approach (ISCH-WA) as a solution to address the challenges of rural resource management. This method emphasizes sustainable hamlets with a focus on water conservation, land management, and community resilience. ISCH-WA integrates modern and traditional practices, encourages community-led initiatives, and emphasizes participatory governance. Its impacts are simulated to evaluate its effectiveness in meeting SDGs and empowering rural communities.

Results: The ISCH-WA method demonstrated significant potential to improve water resource management, sustainable farming, and land conservation. The approach proved effective in fostering self-sufficient and sustainable communities, highlighting its adaptability and scalability to other regions with similar challenges. Simulation results showed that ISCH-WA could seamlessly integrate SDGs into Panchayat planning, strengthening rural development efforts.

Conclusion: The ISCH-WA method offers a transformative pathway for integrating SDGs into Coimbatore District Panchayat planning. By promoting education, participatory governance, and sustainable practices, this approach addresses key challenges in water conservation, land management, and community connection. The study concludes that ISCH-WA has the potential for widespread application, serving as a model for empowering rural communities and ensuring sustainable development.
Dinamika Biaya Politik yang Tinggi dalam Politik dan Dampaknya terhadap Korupsi yang Berkelanjutan
Authors: Dharayanti Desak Made Pratiwi , Smrti Ni Nyoman Emang , Sukenada I Putu Gede 
Published: November 2024

Introduction: In Indonesia there are no rules governing political costs for campaigns, in this study the focus is on the large costs of the campaign whether it is the cause of corruption in Indonesia.Purposes of the Research: This paper aims to analyze the connectivity of politics with corruption as the cause of people's suffering and high-cost politics as the root of corruption.Methods of the Research: The research method used in this paper is normative legal research method. Conceptual approach and statutory approach are used in this research. Legal materials are identified through document studies. The analytical approach applied is qualitative.Results Originality of the Research: indicate that these high political costs force winners to find ways to return their investment, which often involves corrupt practices. In addition, corruption is also linked to vote-buying practices involving voters in elections. This practice is linked to patronage and clientelism, where voters receive material rewards in the form of money or goods to support a particular candidate. Overall, corruption and high-cost politics have undermined the democratic process in Indonesia and affected the integrity of the political system. Corruption is not only a legal issue, but also a complex cultural and political issue.
RUTE PENDISTRIBUSIAN AYAM RAS PEDAGING (BROILER) MENGGUNAKAN METODE FUZZY TOPSIS
Authors: Nasution Nur Sangadah , Sari Rina Filia 
Published: November 2024

Usaha peternakan ayam pedaging di Indonesia terus berkembang guna memenuhi kebutuhan protein hewani dan meningkatkan pendapatan peternak. Salah satu tantangan dalam egative ini adalah menentukan rute distribusi yang efisien untuk mengoptimalkan jarak tempuh dan biaya operasional. Ayam Berkah Sejahtera, sebuah usaha pendistribusian ayam broiler di Sumatera Utara, belum memiliki penentuan rute yang optimal, sehingga proses distribusi sering kali terkendala waktu tempuh dan biaya yang tinggi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan rute distribusi ayam ras pedaging menggunakan metode Fuzzy TOPSIS. Fuzzy TOPSIS adalah metode pengambilan keputusan multi-kriteria yang membantu dalam mengidentifikasi solusi terbaik berdasarkan jarak terpendek dari solusi ideal positif dan jarak terpanjang dari solusi ideal negative. Implementasi metode ini mempertimbangkan jarak, waktu pengiriman, kapasitas kendaraan, dan biaya distribusi untuk mencapai solusi optimal. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa Fuzzy TOPSIS berhasil meningkatkan efisiensi distribusi Ayam Berkah Sejahtera, mempercepat waktu pengiriman, dan mengurangi biaya operasional. Metode ini juga memberikan penyesuaian dalam penyesuaian distribusi yang dinamis, sehingga cocok untuk diterapkan dalam distribusi multi-kriteria. Dengan rute distribusi yang lebih teroptimasi, perusahaan dapat mencapai kinerja yang lebih baik dan meningkatkan kepuasan pelanggan.
A PROBLEMÁTICA NA FALTA DE CAPACITAÇÃO DO MÉDICO VETERINÁRIO NA ÁREA DE ANIMAIS SILVESTRES E PETS NÃO CONVENCIONAIS NO BRASIL
Authors: Marques Tárcio Cley Teixeira , Silva Aísla Nascimento da 
Published: November 2024

Estima-se que dos 162 milhões de Pets existentes no Brasil, cerca de 40% são pets não convencionais (ABINPET, 2022). A falta de informações precisas para o manejo dessas espécies pode levar a problemas relacionados com criação ilegal em cativeiro, problemas de saúde, estresse e até mesmo óbito, além da disseminação de zoonoses. Somados a isso, temos também a escassez de profissionais médicos veterinários capacitados na área de silvestres, forçando a busca por profissionais não específicos, o que pode levar à falhas e/ou negligência no atendimento, gerando transtornos para os tutores e, muitas vezes, incluindo abandono de animais, manejos e procedimentos inadequados devido à especificidade das espécies. Objetiva-se com o presente trabalho, abordar o mercado e a demanda por animais silvestres, além dos problemas relacionados à falta de capacitação dos profissionais veterinários e a tutoria inexperiente e sem a orientação médica adequada.. Para tanto, serão realizadas pesquisas bibliográficas em banco de dados nacionais que abordem a temática proposta. Como resultado, espera-se intensificar os estímulos nas faculdades que oferecem o curso de medicina veterinária sobre a importância das áreas de animais silvestres, seja através da oferta de mais matérias específicas, mini cursos, cursos, palestras, possibilidades de estágios entre outras formas.
CO2 and hydrography acquired by autonomous surface vehicles from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea: data correction and validation
Authors: Martellucci Riccardo , Giani Michele , Mauri Elena , Coppola Laurent , Paulsen Melf , Fourrier Marine , Pensieri Sara , Cardin Vanessa , Dentico Carlotta , Bozzano Roberto , Cantoni Carolina , Lucchetta Anna , Izquierdo Alfredo , Bruno Miguel , Skjelvan Ingunn 
Published: November 2024

Abstract. The ATL2MED demonstration experiment involved two autonomous surface vehicles from Saildrone Inc. (SD) which travelled a route from the eastern tropical North Atlantic to the Adriatic Sea between October 2019 and July 2020 (see Table A6). This 9-month experiment in a transition zone between the temperate and tropical belts represents a major challenge for the SD's operations. The sensors on board were exposed to varying degrees of degradation and biofouling depending on the geographical area and season, which led to a deterioration in the measurements. As a result, some maintenance measures were required during the mission. We address the difficulty of correcting the data during a period of COVID-19 restrictions, which significantly reduced the number of discrete samples planned for the SD salinity and dissolved oxygen validation. This article details alternative correction methods for salinity and dissolved oxygen. Due to the lack of in situ data, model products have been used to correct the salinity data acquired by the SD instruments, and then the resulting corrected salinity was validated with data from fixed ocean stations, gliders, and Argo floats. In addition, dissolved oxygen data acquired from the SD instruments after correction using air oxygen measurements were tested and found to be coherent with the variation in oxygen concentrations expected from changes in temperature and phytoplankton abundance (from chlorophyll a). The correction methods are relevant and useful in situations where validation capabilities are lacking, which was the case during the ATL2MED demonstration experiment. For future experiments, a more frequent sample collection would improve the data qualification and validation.
Short communication: Nanoscale heterogeneity of U and Pb in baddeleyite from atom probe tomography – 238U series alpha recoil effects and U atom clustering
Authors: Denyszyn Steven , Davis Donald W. , Fougerouse Denis 
Published: November 2024

Abstract. Atom probe tomography (APT) of 238U and 206Pb has been applied to baddeleyite crystals from the Hart Dolerite (1791±1 Ma) and the Great Dyke of Mauritania (2732±2 Ma) in an effort to constrain the average nuclear recoil distance of 238U series daughter nuclei and correct alpha-recoil-induced Pb loss on U–Pb ages from small baddeleyite crystals. The Hart Dolerite sample showed no variations in Pb concentrations near the edge and is interpreted to represent a cleaved surface instead of the original crystal surface. The Great Dyke sample shows U zoning, and the associated 206Pb zoning is affected by alpha recoil, apparently adjacent to a natural grain surface. This sample also shows primary clusters of U atoms at a scale of 10 nm that contain about 40 % of the total U. 207Pb/206Pb nanogeochronology suggests that the clusters are primary in origin; however, they are too small to constrain alpha recoil distance beyond a few nanometres. To constrain alpha recoil distance, a forward-modelling approach is presented where 206Pb redistribution functions were determined for a range of possible recoil distances. Synthetic 206Pb/238U profiles were determined from the convolution of the observed U profile with the redistribution functions for different alpha recoil distances. These were compared to the observed 206Pb/238U profile to determine the recoil distance that gives the best fit. The observed U zoning was extrapolated to account for the full range of possible alpha recoil redistribution effects, which is larger than the 40 by 400 nm size of the APT field of view. Any reasonable extrapolation constrains the average alpha recoil distance to over 70 nm, which is much larger than previous estimates using other methods. This could be because recoil distances can be highly anisotropic within small crystal samples or because laterally non-uniform U zoning was a factor that modified the recoiled Pb distribution. APT is a potentially useful approach for determining average alpha recoil distance but requires sampling of primary smooth crystal faces with demonstrably uniform zones.
Observational operator for fair model evaluation with ground NO2 measurements
Authors: Fang Li , Jin Jianbing , Segers Arjo , Li Ke , Xia Ji , Han Wei , Li Baojie , Lin Hai Xiang , Zhu Lei , Liu Song , Liao Hong 
Published: November 2024

Abstract. Measurements collected from ground monitoring stations have gained popularity as a valuable data source for evaluating numerical models and correcting model errors through data assimilation. The penalty quantified by simulation minus observations drives both model evaluation and assimilation. However, the penal forces are challenged by the existence of a spatial-scale disparity between model simulations and observations. Chemical transport models (CTMs) divide the atmosphere into grid cells, providing a structured way to simulate atmospheric processes. However, their spatial resolution often does not match the limited coverage of in situ measurements, especially for short-lived air pollutants. Within a broad grid cell, air pollutant concentrations can exhibit significant heterogeneity due to their rapid generation and dissipation. Ground observations with traditional methods (including “nearest search” and “grid mean”) are less representative when compared to model simulations. This study develops a new land-use-based representative (LUBR) observational operator to generate spatially representative gridded observations for model evaluation. It incorporates high-resolution urban–rural land use data to address intra-grid variability. The LUBR operator has been validated to consistently provide insights that align with satellite Ozone Monitoring Instrument (OMI) measurements. It is an effective solution to accurately quantify these spatial-scale mismatches and further resolve them via assimilation. Model evaluations with 2015–2017 NO2 measurements in the study area demonstrate that biases and errors differed substantially when the LUBR and other operators were used, respectively. The results highlight the importance of considering fine-scale urban–rural differences when comparing models and observations, especially for short-lived pollutants like NO2.
The Miocene subsidence pattern of the NW Zagros foreland basin reflects the southeastward propagating tear of the Neotethys slab
Authors: Koshnaw Renas I. , Kley Jonas , Schlunegger Fritz 
Published: November 2024

Abstract. Tectonic processes resulting from solid Earth dynamics control uplift and generate sediment accommodation space via subsidence. Unraveling the mechanism of basin subsidence elucidates the link between deep-Earth and surface processes. The NW Zagros fold–thrust belt resulted from the Cenozoic convergence and subsequent collision between the Arabian and Eurasian plates. The associated Neogene foreland basin includes ∼3–4 km of synorogenic, mostly nonmarine, clastic sediments, suggesting a strongly subsiding basin inconsistent with the adjacent moderate topographic load. To explain such a discrepancy, we assessed the magnitude of the basin's subsidence with respect to the effect of the surface load and dynamic topography. The lower Miocene isopach map of the Fatha Formation displays a longitudinal depocenter aligned with the orogenic trend. In contrast, the middle–upper Miocene maps of the Injana and Mukdadiya formations illustrate a focused depocenter in the southeastern region of the basin. This rapid basin subsidence in the southeast during the middle–late Miocene was coeval with the Afar plume northward flow beyond the Arabia–Eurasia suture zone in the northwestern segment of the Zagros belt. Based on isopach maps, subsidence curves, and reconstructions of flexural profiles, supported by Bouguer anomaly data and maps of dynamic topography and seismic tomography, we argue for a two-stage basin evolution. The Zagros foreland basin subsided due to the combined loads of the surface topography and the subducting slab during the early Miocene and was affected by dynamic topography due to the Neotethys horizontal slab tear propagation during the middle–late Miocene. This tear propagation was associated with a northward mantle flow above the detached slab segment in the NW and a focused pull on the attached portion of the slab in the SE.
Sleep and Well-Being During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Remote and In-Person Learning for College Students With and Without Disabilities
Authors: Fichten Catherine , Costin Georgiana , Jorgensen Mary , Havel Alice , Wileman Susie , Wing Samantha , Bailes Sally , Creti Laura , Libman Eva 
Published: November 2024

In an email-based questionnaire study, we investigated chronotype, sleep, and well-being among junior/community college students with (n = 52) and without disabilities (n = 27) during remote (COVID-19–related) and subsequent in-person learning periods. Overall, we found no significant differences between students with and without disabilities either in chronotype or in sleep quality. Morningness and intermediate chronotypes were related to better sleep quality during both the remote and in-person periods. We also found that sleep quality was better during the remote period than during the in-person period. This finding was robust as we identified this both in quantitative and qualitative results. We also discovered that, surprisingly, students had little concern with the possibility of catching the COVID-19 virus. Findings on well-being during the remote and in-person periods were mixed, although we noted mainly negative experiences during the in-person period. The findings make it clear that return to “in person” was not “return to normal.”
Autentyczna odnowa Kościoła a odnowa fałszywa. Intelektualne zmagania Josepha Ratzingera w latach 1965–1966
Authors: Bachanek Grzegorz 
Published: November 2024

W niektórych publikacjach pojawia się teza o radykalnej zmianie poglądów Josepha Ratzingera, jaka miała przekształcić progresywnego teologa w konserwatywnego strażnika wiary. Niektórzy próbują mówić o dwóch Ratzingerach, a także łączyć tę zmianę z objęciem urzędu biskupiego czy też podjęciem obowiązków prefekta Kongregacji Nauki Wiary. Inni stawiają tezę o wyraźnej ewolucji J. Ratzingera związanej z wydarzeniami roku 1968. Zdaniem autora artykułu w latach 1965–1966 mógł dokonać się pewien rozwój teologii Ratzingera w odniesieniu do kwestii odnowy Kościoła. Ta hipoteza badawcza została skonfrontowana z tekstami niemieckiego teologa. W pierwszej części artykułu ukazane zostało bolesne doświadczenie Ratzingera, który już pod koniec Soboru Watykańskiego II spotyka się z błędną recepcją zamysłu i dokumentów soboru. W drugiej części poddany został analizie problem odnowy fałszywej, powierzchownej, dalekiej od intencji soboru i samego Ratzingera. Następnie zbadane zostały kryteria autentycznej odnowy formułowane przez niemieckiego teologa we wspomnianych latach. Problem rozróżnienia między odnową autentyczną a fałszywą wydaje się dzisiaj szczególnie aktualny.