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The Transformation of a Science by a “Technology”: The Case of Astrophysics and the Introduction of Machine Learning
Authors: Marcovich Anne , Shinn Terry 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
This article explores the transformations of an area of scientific research provoked by the introduction of big data and the possibilities to treat them by Artificial Intelligence. We study these transformations in contemporary astrophysics as it has developed over the last thirty years. These transformations extend from cognitive work procedures to information processing, systems of collaboration between scientists, epistemology and terrain of questions.
Circulating Silence. The Reaction to Rachel Carson’s Book Silent Spring (1962) in Scandinavian Gardening Magazines
Authors: Nielsen May-Brith Ohman 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
This article examines the reception of Rachel Carson’s book Silent Spring in Scandinavian family gardening magazines. In Sweden, Norway and Denmark, family gardening associations were broad organisations with significant social impact. They were the most important arenas for transfer of scientific knowledge and values on gardening, linking plant protection experts, producers and sellers of gardening chemicals, horticultural advisors and the general public. Thus, these associations and their magazines influenced many social groups that had common interests in non-commercial gardening as part of their everyday life. In practice, these family gardening magazines were heavily dependent on the income from garden chemicals advertisements. Consequently, their editorial policies and plant protection technical advice were deeply rooted in the post-war ideals of chemical agriculture and horticulture. These ideals were pursued and applied everywhere—even into the tiniest allotment and family garden. Scandinavian countries and their gardening associations have many similarities and some differences between them. This makes them an interesting case for comparison. The gardening magazines of Sweden, Norway and Denmark show quite a few similarities in the way they first pretended to ignore Carson while spending much effort countering the possible effects of her message, and in the way they retrospectively engaged with her book. There are, however, quite interesting differences in the way the national garden associations, their magazine editors and the magazines’ pesticide experts handled the publicity generated by Silent Spring on the harmfulness of garden chemicals.
Interface Selection and Optimization of Weights using Artificial Neural Network in Heterogeneous Wireless Environment
Authors: Rani Monika , Ahuja Kiran 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Given the variety of networks, interfaces, mediums, and other resources accessible in a wireless heterogeneous location today, mobile communication is in a healthy competitive environment. When clients or users have access to numerous interfaces at once, a problem occurs. Users therefore require a clever or intelligent system to connect them to the finest services based on their needs and choices. Interface management controls the interfaces that are accessible and links the user to the best. The intelligent usage of various radio accesses/interfaces is made possible in this research by interface management with artificial neural networks (ANNs). Various parameters of different networks are used to make the choice. In this paper, a back propagation neural network (BPNN) method for switching between 3G, WLAN, 4G, and 5G networks is suggested. By allocating appropriate weights, the various network properties are employed as selection parameters. Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (FAHP) is used to initialize the weights, and the BPNN is used to optimize them. In order to obtain the best value, the goal value and the original value are compared, and the difference between them is used as an adjusting value for the weights. The network is trained using backpropagation techniques. The comparison between the proposed algorithm and the current algorithm demonstrates the new method's flexibility and the network's optimal connectivity with a high rate of successful handovers.
Electrical performance estimation and comparative study of heterojunction strained and conventional gate all around nanosheet field effect transistors
Authors: Abbasnezhad Reza , Saghai Hassan Rasooli , Hosseini Reza , Sedghi Aliasghar , Vahedi Ali 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
In this paper, we propose a novel type of Gate All Around Nanosheet Field Effect Transistor (GAA NS FET) that incorporates source heterojunctions and strained channels and substrate. We compare its electrical characteristics with those of the Heterojunction Gate All Around Nanosheet Field Effect Transistor (Heterojunction GAA NS FET) and the Conventional Gate All Around Nanosheet Field Effect Transistor (Conventional GAA NS FET). We investigate the impact of electrostatic control on both DC and analog parameters such as gate capacitance (C
gg), transconductance g
m, and cut-off frequency (f
T) for all three device types. In our Proposed GAA NS FET, we employ Germanium for the source and substrate regions, Silicon/Germanium/Silicon (Si/Ge/Si) for the channel, and Silicon for the drain region. The introduction of strain into the nanosheet and the use of a heterojunction structure significantly enhance device performance. Before utilizing a model to analyze a semiconductor device, it is crucial to accurately determine and elaborate on the model parameters. In this case, we solve the Density Gradient (DG) equation self-consistently to obtain the electrostatic potential for a given electron Fermi-level distribution, use the Shockley-Read-Hall (SRH) equation to estimate carrier generation, account for bandgap narrowing in transport behavior, and consider auger recombination. Our general results indicate a notable improvement in drain current, transconductance, and unity-gain frequency by approximately 42%, 53%, and 31%, respectively. This enhancement results in superior RF performance for the Proposed GAA NS FET compared to both the heterojunction GAA NS FET and the conventional GAA NS FET.
Feedback strategies in distance education: a survey of university students
Authors: Pentucci Maila , Laici Chiara 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Screen-mediated teaching at the university level has necessitated a redesign of learning environments across various dimensions, encompassing epistemological, relational, and pragmatic aspects. How can the Digital Learning Ecosystem nurture these dimensions? Does the ecosystem initiate a feedback loop between the teacher and the student, configured not only as an evaluative process but also as a reflective and adaptive one? The feedback loop holds a generative value; it triggers an internal process in the student, enabling them to construct knowledge about their ongoing activities and comprehend through their own evaluative acts. Students stand as the ultimate source of all feedback; they are the ones who ultimately generate it, and it is this process that catalyzes learning. Feedback strategies further promote alignment between the teacher and the student, fostering continuous redesign and co-design.
The paper aims to present a survey collecting students’ perceptions on the condition of separation between professors and students during distance learning and activation of the educational relationship and feedback through digital devices.
Occupational allergic contact dermatitis: a case report
Authors: Băicoianu-Nițescu Livia-Cristiana , Radu Andreea Maria , Ivan Andreea-Paula , Smărăndescu Raluca Andreea 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Allergic contact dermatitis is an inflammatory cutaneous reaction which occurs after immunological sensitization to the contact substance and clinically manifests with pruritic, erythematous, indurated, scaly plaques or cutaneous xerosis, thickening and scaling in case of chronic exposure. It is a T-cell mediated type IV reaction (delayed hypersensitivity response) and there have been discovered over 4000 contact allergens. As 30 percent of all occupational diseases involve cutaneous manifestations, irritant and contact dermatitis making up over 90 percent of instances of occupational skin diseases, the occupational doctor plays a key role in diagnosis and management of such patients. Prevention is the key in the treatment of this condition, thus recognizing the workplace risk factors, reducing antigen sources and providing appropriate protective equipment should be of utmost importance. Next, we present the case of a 48-year-old woman, who works as a technician in an aluminum manufacturing plant and who developed pruritic eczematous lesions located on the upper limbs, in order to review the risk factors and consequences of work-environmental exposure to allergens.
Fitness for Work in the Long Journey of Tuberculosis Infection to Chronic Posttuberculosis Disease Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Arghir Ioan Anton , Popoiag Ciprian Constantin , Arghir Ana Adina , Ion Ileana , Tofolean Doina Ecaterina , Cambrea Simona Claudia , Fildan Ariadna Petronela , Trenchea Mihaela , Oțelea Marina Ruxandra 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
The long journey of tuberculosis (TB) from exposure to latent or progressive TB infection, from primary stage to second stage of illness with or without infectious status, and then to chronic post-TB sequelae is very complex and still unclear, including a various spectrum of stages and manifestations. A case report of a 55 year-old woman with personal history of pleural effusion, in her youth, 2 previous episodes of COVID-19 infections, having no exposure to active smoking but occupational exposure to wood dust, hot steam, barbeque smoke, was admitted to Constanta Clinical Pneumology Hospital in October 2022 for hemoptysis and fatigue. Clinical and paraclinical investigations highlighted an acute evolutive episode of Pulmonary TB with metastatic bilateral nodular pattern, negative smears, positive cultures and positive QuantiFERON TB Gold in Tube (QFT-GIT). TB standard regimen of therapy was started, based on QFT-GIT positivity, and after it ended, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease was detected by spirometry and small airways dysfunction by impulse oscillometry. TB illness does not stop after directly observed therapy ends. So, systematical screening of pulmonary, bronchial or pleural sequelae should be performed and identified syndromes need to be treated, as well as reintegration in the job process by a careful monitoring.
Patterns in medical surveillance of workers exposed to lung carcinogens
Authors: Mandanach Cristina 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
One of the most common causes of lung cancer is exposure to occupational carcinogens. Free silica, diesel exhaust fumes, dyes, radon and with asbestos at the top of the list, differ by percentage according to the predominant professional activities in each country. The occupational health doctor is directly involved in the surveillance of the exposed worker, during work or post exposure, in the diagnosis and reporting of occupational cancers. Efficient screening followed by reporting and monitoring cases of occupational lung cancer and, last but not least, reintegration into professional activity are important steps in the medical surveillance of the worker exposed to occupational lung carcinogens. Standardised information collected at the level of occupational exposure monitoring systems, separated by carcinogen category and profession, may form the basis of control and prevention plans. Harmonising medical surveillance at European and global level can lead to a decrease in the incidence and mortality of work-related lung cancer.
Emergencies in occupational medicine: the experience of an on-site medical office
Authors: Pârvu Bogdan-Mihail 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Objective
: Medical emergencies (ME) in the occupational medicine (OM) office represent an increasingly frequent challenge, because they may require treatment or an ambulance, involving monitoring the patient, halting scheduled activity. The objective of this retrospective observational study was to study ME in the on-site medical office of a local pharmaceutical company, with an emphasis on the differences between major and minor emergencies, and on the factors associated with a longer duration of consultations, in order to optimize management.

Methods
: ME in the on-site office of a local company, January - June 2023 (109 working days), were recorded. The presentations were divided into 2 groups (G): G1 - ME that required ambulance/hospitalization/immediate treatment (etiological and/or symptomatic) and G2 - ME without immediate intervention.

Results
: During the 109 working days analyzed, 173 consultations involved ME (12.5% of the total presentations), with a mean of 1.6 presentations/day, On the 62 days with ME, the average was 2.7 presentations/day. The presentations, with a mean age of 40.8 years and a female predominance (69.4%), were divided into 2 groups: G1 included 95 (54.9%) presentations with immediate intervention, G2 - 78 (45.1%). In G1, 8 (8.4%) presentations required ambulance to hospital, 39 (41.1%) received etiological treatment, and 76 (81.1%) symptomatic treatment. Presentations for infectious diseases in a pandemic context ranked first This emphasizes the role of the OM physician in assessing Covid-19 contacts/patients. An ME consultation lasted on average 16.2 minutes, with a maximum of 19.4 minutes (excluding Covid-19 rapid testing). The most frequent ME complaints/humors were of cardiovascular, neurological, digestive and musculoskeletal origin. The maximum duration was in cardiovascular disease, associated with each type of intervention (p<0.0001 in the 3 cases: ambulatory/symptomatic/etiological treatment).

Conclusion
: ME in the OM doctor’ activity are frequent, more so in middle-aged women, especially between 12:01-16:00. They add approximately 2-3 consultations daily, in addition to the scheduled ones (30-45 additional minutes). Most ME require medical intervention: treatment in the office/ambulance. Apart from the COVID-19 context, most ME were cardiovascular (most time-consuming), digestive, neurological, and musculoskeletal. The duration of emergency consultations, additional to appointments, could require dedicated intervals, in order not to overload the physician. A systematized analysis of ME, paralleled by a good feedback towards the employer, could favor an individualized approach and an optimized endowment of the office, allowing identification of undiagnosed chronic disease, which would enhance productivity.
The grain production of blue lupine affected by the growth of nodule bacteria
Authors: Ястребова А.В. , Рябова Т.Н. , Коконов С.И. 
Published: December 2023

Исследование проведены в 2020–2022 годах на опытном поле учебно-научно-производственного комплекса «Агротехнопарк» Удмуртского ГАУ. Целью работы была оценка эффективности предпосевной обработки семян в формировании агроценозов люпина узколистного. Высевали люпин узколистный сорта Ладный. Семена перед посевом обрабатывали инокулянтом «Ризоторфин» (Rhizobium lupine) (1 л/т), регулятором роста растений «Мелафен» (5 мл/т), комплексным удобрением Agree’s Форсаж (2 л/т), фунгицидом «Максим XL» (0,4 л/т), комплексным удобрением Agree’s Форсаж совместно с регулятором роста растений «Мелафен», фунгицидом «Максим XL» совместно с регулятором роста растений «Мелафен», фунгицидом «Максим XL» совместно с комплексным удобрением Agree’s Форсаж. В качестве контроля был взят вариант без обработки. На основании полученных экспериментальных данных выявлено положительное влияние предпосевной обработки семян, которую можно рекомендовать сельскохозяйственному производству для повышения продуктивности люпина узколистного. В среднем за 3 года исследований обработка семян люпина узколистного пред посевом инокулянтом, комплексным удобрением и комплексным удобрением с регулятором роста растений способствовала формированию на корнях 925,4–1090,4 шт./м2 клубеньковых бактерий, что на 472,9–637,9 шт./м2, или на 104–141%, больше, чем при посеве необработанными семенами. Наибольшая урожайность люпина узколистного (1,54–1,62 т/га) получена при применении для предпосевной обработки семян комплексного удобрения Agree’s Форсаж и его совместном использовании с регулятором роста растений «Мелафен» и фунгицидом «Максим XL» за счёт развития клубеньковых бактерий, о чём свидетельствует прямая средняя корреляция r = 0,58.
This investigation took place at the “Agrotechnopark”, Research and Production Complex of the Udmurt State Agrarian University. The aim of this research was to test the effectiveness of seed treatment in the sward formation of Ladnyy, blue lupine. Seeds were treated by “Rizotorfin” (Rhizobium lupine) (1 l/t), “Melafen”, plant growth regulator (5 ml/t), Agree’s Forsazh, complex fertilizer (2 l/t), “Maksim XL”, fungicide (0.4 l/t), the combinations of Agree’s Forsazh and “Melafen”, “Maksim XL” and “Melafen”, “Maksim XL” and Agree’s Forsazh. The untreated variant was used as a control. The seed treatment positively affected the productivity of blue lupine. The seed treatment with “Rizotorfin”, Agree’s Forsazh as well as the combination of Agree’s Forsazh with “Melafen” led to the formation of 925.4–1090.4 pcs/m2 of nodule bacteria exceeding the control by 472.9–637.9 pcs/m2, or 104–141%. The highest productivity of blue lupine (1.54–1.62 t ha-1) happened after the seed treatment by Agree’s Forsazh, “Melafen” and “Maksim XL” due to the growth of nodule bacteria (r = 0.58).
Społeczeństwo obywatelskie w klasowym zwierciadle
Authors: Leśniewicz Kacper , Radiukiewcz Anna 
Published: December 2023

Idea społeczeństwa obywatelskiego zajmuje istotne miejsce w debacie publicznej w Polsce. W artykule proponujemy spojrzenie na ten dyskurs z uwzględnieniem problematyki klas społecznych. Z jednej strony uznajemy bowiem, że – jak każdy sposób interpretowania rzeczywistości społecznej – tak i ten zajmujący się kwestią obywatelskości jest społecznie warunkowany. Z drugiej strony twierdzimy, że proces ten można traktować jako element symbolicznego wytwarzania czy też odtwarzania różnic klasowych. Jedną z istotnych w tym kontekście praktyk jest krytyka społeczna, której uprawianiu sprzyja również wartościujący charakter samego pojęcia społeczeństwa obywatelskiego. Nasze badanie opiera się na analizie dyskursu elit symbolicznych, diagnozujących na łamach prasy stan społeczeństwa obywatelskiego w Polsce w okresie 1989–2019. Wnioski z analiz wskazują na kluczowe znaczenie w tych diagnozach rozróżnienia na aktywnych i nieaktywnych oraz obywatelskich i nieobywatelskich. Jak konkludujemy, obrazy oparte na tych rozróżnieniach są częstokroć tworzone z wykorzystaniem opisów różnic stricte klasowych, choć ich autorzy nie zawsze odnoszą się wprost do pojęcia klasy.
The Relationship between Anxiety Levels and Blood Sugar Levels in the Elderly
Authors: Listianasari Ajeng , Wulandari Ning Arti , Anugrah Wimar 
Published: December 2023

The increasing age, the more problems faced both physically and mentally such as loneliness, anxiety and depression. The prevalence of anxiety in the elderly is increasing. The increased release of the hormones cortisol and epinephrine in someone who is experiencing anxiety can affect an increase in gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis which results in an increase in blood sugar levels. This study was to analyze the relationship between anxiety levels and blood sugar levels in the elderly. The research design uses a cross sectional approach. The sample for this research was 87 respondents who were taken by purposive sampling from 111 elderly people.Â The results of the Pearson correlations test showed that there was a relationship between anxiety and blood sugar levels in the elderly with a p value = 0.000 (<0.05). Therefore, the elderly can control their anxiety to reduce the risk of increasing blood sugar levels which have an impact on the health of the elderly
DIGITALIZING SCULPTURES: A PHOTOGRAMMETRY IMPLEMENTATION TOWARDS ANCIENT MATARAM STATUARIES IN CENTRAL JAVA
Authors: Winaya Atina , Purnawibawa R. Ahmad Ginanjar , [n/a] Brahmantara , Effendi Dian , Murdihastomo Ashar , Bismoko Dimas Seno , Nastiti Titi Surti , Indradjaja Agustijanto , Syofiadisna Panji , Susetyo Sukawati , Santoso Probo , Ekowati Dian Rahayu , Utomo Bambang Budi , Banindro Aris 
Published: December 2023

The implementation of digital technology in cultural heritage in Indonesia started to develop in the past decade. However, Indonesia's iconography studies have not optimized to utilize these advanced approaches. While in some other countries, iconographic documentation is upgrading to an advanced method, such as recording objects in 3D form and archiving it into secure digital data, thus the data more natural and realistic in three-dimensional documentation. It also catches and records the shape from all perspectives to bring neither a specific nor comprehensive observation. Therefore, it can extend the analysis for interpretation and preservation purposes. This article discusses the implementation of photogrammetry towards sculpture objects in Indonesia. The object selection went to several sculptures from the Ancient Mataram period in Java, which ruled from the 8th to 10th centuries AD. Close-range photogrammetry successfully generates the sculpture data into three-dimensional digital form. The results could support the Ancient Mataram sculptures studies in particular and improve Indonesia's iconography studies in general.
Keywords: photogrammetry, sculptures, statues, iconography, ancient Mataram
Prospective 25-year surveillance of prion diseases in France, 1992 to 2016: a slow waning of epidemics and an increase in observed sporadic forms
Authors: Denouel Angéline , Brandel Jean-Philippe , Peckeu-Abboud Laurène , Seilhean Danielle , Bouaziz-Amar Elodie , Quadrio Isabelle , Oudart Jean-Baptiste , Lehmann Sylvain , Bellecave Pantxika , Laplanche Jean-Louis , Haik Stéphane 
Published: December 2023

Background
Prion diseases are rare, fatal disorders that have repeatedly raised public health concerns since the early 1990s. An active prion disease surveillance network providing national level data was implemented in France in 1992.

Aim
We aimed to describe the epidemiology of sporadic, genetic and infectious forms of prion diseases in France since surveillance implementation.

Methods
We included all suspected cases notified from January 1992 to December 2016, and cases who died during the period with a definite or probable prion disease diagnosis according to EuroCJD criteria. Demographic, clinical, genetic, neuropathological and biochemical data were collected.

Results
In total, 25,676 suspected cases were notified and 2,907 were diagnosed as prion diseases, including 2,510 (86%) with sporadic Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease (sCJD), 240 (8%) genetic and 157 (6%) with infectious prion disease. Suspected cases and sCJD cases increased over time. Younger sCJD patients (≤ 50 years) showed phenotypes related to a distinct molecular subtype distribution vs those above 50 years. Compared to other European countries, France has had a higher number of cases with iatrogenic CJD after growth hormone treatment and variant CJD (vCJD) linked to bovine spongiform encephalopathy (second after the United Kingdom), but numbers slowly decreased over time.

Conclusion
We observed a decrease of CJD infectious forms, demonstrating the effectiveness of measures to limit human exposure to exogenous prions. However, active surveillance is needed regarding uncertainties about future occurrences of vCJD, possible zoonotic potential of chronic wasting diseases in cervids and increasing trends of sCJD observed in France and other countries.