bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A Comparative Study of Deep Learning Parameters for Arcus Senilis Classification
Authors: AH Nur Farahin , Ramlee RA , Mas’ud MZ , Alias M. A. 
Published: May 2024

Deep learning technique has recently yielded positive results that have increased productivity system for artificial intelligent task, especially the digital image processing and advance machine vision. The popularity of deep learning technique has a major impact on solving complex problems in many fields, particularly the medical science owing to its applications in medical imaging, disease diagnosis, and much more. However, successful application of deep learning depends upon the appropriate setting of the parameters to achieve better result. Therefore, this paper presents a comparative analysis of different base learning rate and batch size configurations for arcus senilis (AS) classification using deep learning techniques. In this analytical study, a dataset of 402 eye images comprising 158 normal and 244 abnormal eye images was employed. Two well-known ResNet-50, VGG-19 and pre-trained convolutional neural network (CNN) models have been trained and validated with 10-fold cross validation using the proposed dataset. Furthermore, base learning rate and batch size were adjusted accordingly to determine the optimal convergence of each model by observing the validation accuracy and error. Experimental result shows that the best combined system has achieved an overall accuracy of 99.78% with a base learning rate of 0.0001 and a batch size of 20 on CNN pre-trained model validation set. Moreover, CNN produces the best result on F1-score and standard deviation of 99.77% and 0.464 respectively. Thus, it can be concluded that CNN requires a considerably smaller number of parameters and reasonable computing time to achieve state-of-the-art performances. This study shows that CNN has the tendency to consistently improve inaccuracy with growing number of epochs, with no signs of overfitting and performance.
Application of Tuneable Notch Filters for Improved Signal Jamming Protection
Authors: Elechi P. , Okawa E.U. , Cornelius U.B. 
Published: May 2024

Adjacent channel interference is an inevitable consequence of the increasing number of radio signals and their widespread accessibility. In addition to this interference, information can be distorted by jamming techniques used by hackers and, in some cases, security services like the military. This research concentrated on enhancing jamming protection using a tunable notch filter, considering the growing need to ensure that accurate information reception. The necessary signal was provided through a signal source, and a barrage jammer was used to introduce the jamming signal that would interfere with the original signal. The circuit also featured an adjustable notch filter designed to mitigate the impact of the jamming signal. A spectrum analyzer was used to examine the circuit’s performance. The effectiveness of the notch filter in counteracting the effects of the jammer was examined through simulations using MatLab. Based on the distortion measurement, the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the filtered signal, which was 4.92 dB, which was higher than the original signal's 1.92 dB. This finding indicates that the jamming effect was substantially reduced or eliminated. Additionally, it was discovered that without a notch filter, an increase in the jammer-to-signal noise ratio significantly decreased the signal-to-noise ratio value. However, the implementation of the notch filter prevented a drastic decline in performance, demonstrating that as the jammer-to-signal noise ratio increased, the depth of the notch also increased.
Application of COMSOL Multiphysics for Fiber Beam Profiling
Authors: Zaiton A. M. , Jasman F , Hassan W H W 
Published: May 2024

Fiber optic beam profiling is essential across scientific and engineering realms, demanding precise characterization of light beams for optimized system performance, accurate alignment, and efficient resource utilization. This study employs COMSOL Multiphysics to comprehensively analyze single-mode and multimode fiber beam profiles, encompassing diverse parameters such as wavelengths and modal distributions. The investigation of beam profiles is based on 850nm, 1310nm and 1550nm wavelengths; with three different modes (1, 5, and 20). COMSOL Multiphysics enhances beam profiling by providing precise numerical techniques, multiphysics modeling, and flexible parameter analysis. Its user-friendly interface facilitates efficient research, while validation and innovative possibilities underscore its value in photonics advancements. The research addresses the need for advanced profiling techniques, offering a robust methodology that captures intricate modal interactions and boundary conditions. Key findings include distinctive beam waist evolution, mode distribution patterns, and beam shaping behaviors, impacting data transmission, medical procedures, and manufacturing. By integrating computational power, this study advances our understanding of photonics, providing practical insights for future fiber optic technologies and their broader implications.
A Proposed Framework for the Implementation of a Business Intelligence System
Authors: Gangiah Moonish , Cadersaib Zarine 
Published: May 2024

A lot of focus can be attributed to the rising importance of Business Intelligence Systems (BIS), which have been viewed as a broad category of technologies, applications, and processes for analyzing data to help its users make better decisions. Although Business Intelligence (BI) can help improve a company’s performance, many companies often fail to realize the expected benefits of BI, and these projects are considered failures in themselves. Hence, it is essential to consider Critical Success Factors (CSFs) to obtain a successful implementation. However, very few existing research papers have associated CSFs with the various implementation stages and roles. This research study aims to design a framework that will embed various CSFs for BIS, categorized by the different stages, categories, priorities, and roles involved. Following the evaluation process, the study’s main results show that the proposed framework was beneficial for BI implementation as there was no such framework that interconnects multiple components such as CSFs, implementation stages, categorization of CSFs, prioritization of CSFs and implementation roles.
CONHECIMENTO DOS PROFISSIONAIS DE SAÚDE SOBRE OS CUIDADOS PALIATIVOS
Authors: Piza Ana Beatriz Prados , Franciosi Giovanna Gonzalez Puga , Morinigo Maria Clara Araújo , Pardellas Nathália de Farias , Cordeiro Layra Thayse Coelho , Fernandes Pedro Glioche , Rodrigues Saullo Coelho , Giordano Mario Vicente 
Published: May 2024

Objetivo: O presente estudo tem como objetivo identificar o conhecimento de médicos e enfermeiros que atuam em Unidades de Saúde do Estado do Rio de Janeiro sobre o conceito do cuidado paliativo (CP) e sua aplicabilidade em pacientes. Métodos: Foi utilizado como instrumento de pesquisa um questionário online adaptado dos estudos de (Costa BGS et al., 2018) e (Souza GM et al., 2019). Algumas questões foram selecionadas e adaptadas para utilização no questionário final acerca dos CP .Esta pesquisa se encontra registrada no Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa da UNESA/RJ sob o número de CAAE 34102720.1.0000.5284. Resultados: Foram entrevistados 57 profissionais de saúde, destes, 41 (71,9%) médicos e 16 (28,1%) pertenciam à enfermagem; vinte e três (40,4%) profissionais da rede pública, 12 (21,1%) da rede privada e 22 (38,6%) de ambas as redes. Com relação ao questionário, no que diz respeito a primeira afirmativa: “os cuidados paliativos não devem ser combinados com tratamentos curativos” (77%) acertaram, (19,5%) erraram e (3,5%) não souberam responder; em relação à segunda afirmativa: “a obstipação deve ser aceita como um efeito secundário, pois a gestão da dor é mais relevante neste momento (cuidado paliativo)”, a maioria equivocou-se em relação a mesma (47%); no que tange a terceira afirmativa: “Nos cuidados paliativos preconiza-se que não sejam realizadas intervenções destinadas a prolongar a vida”, (38,5%) discordam da afirmativa e (62%) não souberam opinar ou opinaram de forma equivocada; o “cuidado paliativo deve ser indicado desde o diagnóstico de doença que ameace a continuidade da vida”, (70%) acertaram, (23%) erraram e (7%) não souberam responder; por fim, referente a última afirmativa do questionário: “Em momentos finais da vida do paciente em cuidados paliativos, alimentar por meio de sondas enterais pode ser considerada uma medida danosa”, (32%) concordaram e (54%) discordaram da afirmativa. Conclusão: O estudo constatou que o conhecimento dos profissionais de saúde referente à técnica em CP ainda mostra-se pouco favorável. Isso se deve à recente implementação dessa prática no Brasil somada à defasagem de publicações e ao currículo escasso dos cursos de medicina e enfermagem sobre o tema.
Pelaksanaan Supervisi Klinis Peningkatan Keterampilan Guru SMK Negeri 1 Tuban dalam Menggunakan Model Blended Learning Sebagai Upaya Mengefektifkan Pembelajaran pada Masa Pandemi Covid 19
Authors: Subandi Subandi 
Published: May 2024

Pada siklus I, terdapat sebanyak 24 guru (80% Guru) di SMK Negeri 1 Tuban berhasil mencapai ketuntasan minimal tes unjuk kerja penggunaan Model Blended learning. Sedangkan nilai rata-rata pada siklus I ini mencapai 79,69. Pada siklus II, semua guru (100% Guru) di SMK Negeri 1 Tuban berhasil mencapai ketuntasan minimal tes unjuk kerja penggunaan Model Blended learning, dengan nilai rata-rata pada siklus II ini mencapai 87,42. Indikator keberhasilan pada tes unjuk kerja adalah jumlah guru yang mendapat kategori “Tuntas” pada tes keterampilan menggunakan Model Blended learning, mencapai 75% dari jumlah keseluruhan guru. Maka dapat dinyatakan bahwa peneilitian tindakan sekolah dengan menerapkan supervsi klinis ini berhasil meningkatkan keterampilan guru SMK Negeri 1 Tuban dalam menggunakan model blended learning. Sedangkan pada keefektivan pembelajaran, juga mengalami peningkatan setelah terjadi peningkatan keterampilan guru dalam memanfaatkan Model Blended learning. peneliti menguji keefektivan ini pada 3 kelas yang dinilai paling tidak efektif dalam penyelenggaraan pembelajarannya, yaitu kelas XII BKP 1, XI TPm 1, dan kelas X KI. Pada siklus I, didapatkan data keefektivan belajar yang mengalami peningkatan. Presentase peningkatan ini melebihi indicator keberhasilan peningkatan keefektivan belajar yang telah ditetapkan. 2 kelas mendapat predikat “Tinggi” yaitu kelas XII BKP 1 dan kelas XI TPm 1. Sedang kelas X KI mendapat predikat “Sangat Tinggi” keefektivan belajarnya. Sedangkan pada siklus II, keefektivan belajar semakin meningkat pada kelas yang dijadikan sampel. Semua kelas mendapat predikat “Sangat Tinggi” yaitu kelas XII BKP 1, kelas XI TPm 1 dan X KI. Sehingga dapat dinyatakan bahwa penelitian tindakan sekolah dalam meningkatkan keefektivan pembelajaran dengan menyelenggarakan supervise klinis penggunaan model blended learning ini berhasil.
Aspectos da história local em Parnamirim (RN): análise sobre a experiência do ensino da segunda guerra mundial
Authors: Francisco Igor Lapsky da Costa , Guimarães Karla Elvira Gomes 
Published: May 2024

O presente trabalho analisa a importância da história local para o ensino de História, assim como busca debater sobre como as contribuições dos conceitos de memória, espaços de memória e espaços não formais de ensino podem auxiliar o ensino de história nos anos finais do ensino fundamental, destacando a experiência obtida durante aplicação de sequência didática na Escola Municipal Francisca Bezerra de Souza (EMFBS), localizada na cidade de Parnamirim (RN). Para tal, abordaremos o papel da cidade de Parnamirim na Segunda Guerra Mundial. Utilizar essa história local dentro da sala de aulas possibilita uma percepção do espaço habitado pelos estudantes com o conteúdo presente no currículo de História. Além disso estimula os alunos e gerar debates e questionamentos, produzindo uma aprendizagem significativa e relevante para o cotidiano desses estudantes, aumentando seus sentimentos críticos a partir da ótica de seu próprio contexto social e cultural. Esse trabalho apresenta também uma estratégia educacional para a inserção da história local do município de Parnamirim no ensino de História. Acreditamos que o presente estudo pode contribuir para uma reflexão acerca da importância no ensino da História da presença da história local e a busca por metodologias que contribuam para o processo de ensino-aprendizagem, buscando assim a promoção de uma educação integral e libertadora.
Um diálogo com a ontologia, virtualidade e os prinicípios de um portal educomunicativo socioconstrutivista
Authors: Souza Amilton Alves de , Matta Alfredo Eurico Rodrigues , Amorim Antonio 
Published: May 2024

O referido texto tem como título: “Um diálogo com a ontologia, virtualidade e os princípios de um portal educomunicativo socioconstrutivista". E como Objetivo Geral: apresentar por meio de um diálogo inicial as bases epistemológicas da tese, na temática ontológico sobre o virtual e os sentidos de um portal educomunicativo, discussão atual e plena de elementos importante para a contemporaneidade, e para a educomunicação, segundo interpretamos. E os Específicos: identificar e destacar a web semântica epistemologicamente por meio de interfaces da virtualidade na construção colaborativa na produção e difusão das comunicações; refletir a respeito dos principais processos fundantes na compreensão da ontologia, virtualidade e os princípios de um portal educomunicativo socioconstrutivista; identificar autores que discutem web semântica e que dialogam com nossa perspectiva epistemológica. Esse texto nasce a partir do projeto de tese, a fim de compreender a virtualidade como fundante na contribuição da difusão do conhecimento produzido na e com a colaboração da academia baiana de educação – academia Baiana de Educação (ABE). Saliento que neste momento a Academia ainda não é o centro de discussão deste texto, por tanto, não iremos aprofundar nenhuma reflexão sobre. Metodologicamente o texto teve como base uma inspiração em uma pesquisa bibliográfica, a fim de realizar uma revisão da literatura acerca dos temas web semântica, ontologia, virtualidade e gestão da informação no intuito de criar possibilidades teóricas na trajetória a ser percorrida futuramente pelo projeto de pesquisa de tese “Educomunicação, Inovação e Práticas de Difusão do Conhecimento: Saberes, Fazeres e Interfaces na Academia Baiana de Educação.” Diante do exposto, concluímos que a virtualidade não pode ser experimentada, produzida e acessada se não com o intuito de difundir “saberes experienciais” e promover práticas de cidadania, numa construção dialógica, participativa e inversa aos modelos conservadores de fazer educação e comunicação em nosso país.
Spatial Qualitative Analysis of the Marine Heritage Tourism in Bontoharu-Bontosikuyu District, The Selayar Regency
Authors: Latif Aqilah N. Khaerani , Lisani Nur , Mutaqim Zaenul , Matulluayli Nugi 
Published: May 2024

Marine cultural tourism, a developing tourism mode, has grown in popularity among tourists in recent years, indicating broad market prospects (Zheng et al., 2017). Selayar Islands Regency is an international commerce route believed to have existed since 1820. According to preliminary data, a shipwreck with ceramics and money coins was discovered in the Bontosikuyu District and its surrounds in China. It is believed that these coins circulated throughout the archipelago between the 11th and 14th centuries. However, the vast potential has not been realized. In addition, there is a risk of local populations exploiting maritime cultural heritage objects for economic gain. This study is to investigate the potential of marine heritage as a new tourism destination in the Selayar Islands Regency. This research methodology is spatial qualitative, with spatial analysis using the ArcGIS application followed by qualitative identification of tourism potential using the 3A approach (attractions, amenities, accessibility). The study identified numerous prospective places based on interviews with stakeholders and study literature for marine heritage tourism that could serve as a tourist route. The proposed route has yet to be tested. Its potential is based solely on observation results; literature reviews; and conversations with stakeholders. This research aims to identify prospective maritime heritage routes in the Selayar Islands Regency. The study's findings indicate that the potential for marine heritage tourism packages in Selayar Regency is enormous but due to a lack of attention, it requires significant improvement and development in terms of attractions, accessibility, and amenities.
Determinants of Tomato Seed Purchasing Decisions among Coimbatore Farmers
Authors: N Venkatesa Palanichamy , S Pavithra , M Kalpana , N Balakrishnan 
Published: May 2024

Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) typically constitutes an essential part of the daily diet and it has great demand round the year. The commercial value of tomato in terms of direct consumption, processing as well as trade has risen substantially in recent years. The top ten major tomato producing countries are China, India, USA, Turkey, Italy, Egypt, Spain, Iran, Brazil and Mexico of the world area and production. China ranks first in an area under tomato 10 lakh hectares with annual production of 50 million tonnes fallowed by India ranks second in an area under 8.8 lakh hectare with annual production of 18 million tonnes. Among the tomato cultivation districts, Coimbatore district was purposively selected, which accounted tomato area of 3033 ha. The collected data were analysed with reference to the objectives set forth for the study. The analytical techniques employed in this study are explained by Conventional (Percentage) analysis, Factor analysis, Marko chain analysis, Garrett ranking technique, Multi-dimensional scaling technique. Our study revealed that, nearly 52% of the sample farmers learned about hybrid tomato seeds via dealers, and the majority of the farmers (65%) are aware that hybrid tomato seeds exist in the Coimbatore district. Retail stores make up the majority of places to shop (76 percent). Approximately 60% of farmers favor making purchases with cash. Family members account for 71% of the information that influences a decision to purchase tomato seeds. The purchase of distinct firm seeds is influenced by several key elements, including recommendations from other farmers, prior experience, retailer insistence, advertising campaigns, and demonstrations.
Descripción de parámetros ecográficos del ciclo estral en yeguas peruanas jóvenes y adultas en el criadero María Luisa, El Tejar, Chimaltenango
Authors: Témaj de la Cruz Lesly Pamel , Sandoval Menéndez Javier Alejandro 
Published: May 2024

En este estudio, se describió el tamaño e irrigación sanguínea del folículo preovulatorio y cuerpo lúteo (CL), así como su relación con los niveles de progesterona (P4) en yeguas peruanas jóvenes y adultas. Las yeguas fueron divididas en dos grupos: (A) 10 yeguas menores de 6 años, (B) 8 yeguas mayores de 7 años. Se empleó ultrasonografía transrectal, midiendo la circunferencia y la vascularización del folículo preovulatorio mediante el sistema Doppler. Después de confirmar la ovulación, 6 días (± 1 día), se midió el área e irrigación del CL, así como la P4 mediante quimioluminiscencia. Se utilizó el Software Image Colour Summarize para cuantificar la imagen Doppler. Los resultados fueron analizados con estadística descriptiva. Finalmente, se encontró que las yeguas jóvenes presentaron un tamaño de folículo preovulatorio e irrigación sanguínea aproximados de 41.78 mm (rango: 40 - 45 mm) y 1.23%, respectivamente, mientras que el tamaño e irrigación del CL fueron de 31.85 mm (rango: 21.61 - 24.11 mm) y 3.35%, P4 de 23.94 ng/ml (rango: 4 - 10 ng/ml). Mientras que, las yeguas adultas mostraron un folículo preovulatorio de 42.94 mm y 0.72% de irrigación; CL midió 28.43 mm e irrigación del 1.81%, P4 de 18.55 ng/ml. Se observó una mínima diferencia en el diámetro del folículo preovulatorio e irrigación entre yeguas peruanas jóvenes y adultas, con un mayor tamaño e irrigación del CL en yeguas jóvenes. Se sugirió que los niveles de P4 pueden predecir a partir del flujo sanguíneo del CL mediante el uso del sistema Doppler.
‘Self as instrument’ – Safe and effective use of self in music psychotherapy: Canadian music therapists’ perceptions
Authors: Ahonen Heidi 
Published: May 2024

This article introduces the results of a pilot survey conducted with accredited Canadian music therapists investigating their perceptions of personal psychotherapy and the concept of Safe and Effective Use of Self (SEUS) in the music therapy relationship. An emailed survey questionnaire covered both closed and open-ended questions on SEUS-related topics. The open-ended questions were analysed using the qualitative data analysis software Nvivo. Simple percentages were calculated to analyse the results of the closed-ended questions. The results suggest that music therapists engaging in psychotherapy seem to work with similar client populations, use similar theoretical approaches and techniques, and hold very similar training to other music therapists. These music therapists appear to have an excellent sense of SEUS, whether or not they practice psychotherapy. Conversely, their training on both SEUS and verbal counselling skills is often seen as inadequate. It is suggested that music therapists who practice psychotherapy have completed their own psychotherapy and have ongoing music psychotherapy supervision. The results can be utilised as a discussion stimulus for the topic of SEUS in music therapy.
Clinical Training Guide for the Student Music Therapist (2nd Edition) (Donna W. Polen, Carol L. Shultis & Barbara L. Wheeler)
Authors: Schwartz Elizabeth K. 
Published: May 2024

This is a review of the book "Clinical Training Guide for the Student Music Therapist" authored by Donna W. Polen, Carol L. Shultis and Barbara L. Wheeler.
Title: Clinical Training Guide for the Student Music Therapist | Authors: Donna W. Polen, Carol L. Shultis & Barbara L. Wheeler | Publication year: 2017 | Publisher: Barcelona Publishers | Pages: 277 | ISBN: 9781945411168
Protecting the Integrity of the Electoral Process, or, Obfuscating the Electoral Process?
Authors: Ongoya Elisha Zebedee 
Published: May 2024

This paper is a reply to Walter Khobe’s article which interrogates the Maina Kiai judgment and its promise in relation to safeguarding the integrity of the presidential election result. Whereas Khobe holds the view that the Maina Kiai decision resulted in creating a positive perception on the fairness of the elections and the legitimacy of electoral outcomes, this paper questions this optimism and argues that rather that creating clarity on the role of the Chairman in verification of presidential election results, the Supreme Court succeeded in further obfuscating the law on this important issue.
Covert Crusade
Authors: Whyte Jeffrey 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis chapter details the Central Intelligence Agency’s (CIA) stewardship of American psychological warfare between 1948 and the formation of the United States Information Agency in 1953. It narrates these events through the so-called ‘Crusade for Freedom,’ a long-running covert CIA campaign fronted by the ostensibly private citizens of the National Committee for a Free Europe (NCFE). While the CIA’s ruse against American citizens was spectacular, this chapter goes beyond revelation to analyse the ways in which the Crusade for Freedom encouraged regular Americans to imagine themselves as engaged in a personalised ‘spiritual war’ against the Soviet Union. This chapter considers the pastoral nature of American psychological warfare both at home and aboard, detailing its use of Christian ‘technologies of the self,’ notably confession and catechism. It concludes that the early years of the Cold War were deeply formative of the enduring perceptions and mythologies that continue to surround psychological war.