bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Records Management Audit Using the ARMA Information Governance Maturity Model: A Case of the Department of Teacher Training and Technical Education (DTT&TE), Botswana
Authors: Manyeke Manyeke , Joshua Amogelang 
Published: December 2023

The information environment is rapidly growing due to increased data from business transactions and processes. This calls for records management to support decision-making and business functions. This is possible through what we refer to as information governance. This paper aims to bridge the gap between existing records management practices and the ideal state by undertaking a records management audit at the Department of Teacher Training and Technical Education (DTT&TE) using the ARMA Information Governance Maturity Model, ultimately improving information governance and records management processes. The study employed a qualitative case study approach. Data was collected through observations and interviews with three respondents, including the chief, principal, and senior records officers. The study's key finding reveals that DTT and TE are at level 3 (essential) of the maturity level. This finding implies that DTT&TE has well-defined regulatory requirements and processes. However, the study also revealed that the organisation does not meet the required maturity level (5). To this end, this poses risks such as poor performance due to a lack of accountability, poor execution of records management practices, low levels of compliance with requirements, and backlogs of records resulting from a lack of retention and disposition schedules in the organisation. Furthermore, the study reveals that the above risks result from challenges such as shortages of storage, security issues, and inadequate staffing, among others. To address these challenges, the paper recommends that DTT&TE review records management policies, adopt compliance frameworks, and provide staff training by DTT & TE.
WTO plurilateral agreements: A multilateral approach in action
Authors: Orłowska Renata , Dorożynska Agnieszka 
Published: December 2023

Background: The World Trade Organization (WTO), established in 1995, emphasizes multilateralism, necessitating unanimous consent for decisions and agreements among member states. However, the intricate nature of global trade often hinders unanimous agreement. To address this, the WTO has seen the rise of plurilateral agreements, which differ from purely multilateral ones. Plurilateral agreements involve specific WTO members negotiating commitments in particular policy areas. Unlike standard regional trade agreements, plurilaterals offer flexibility, allowing participating states to address issues of economic interest. This approach enables tailored solutions and promotes collaboration among like-minded countries to advance shared objectives without universal consensus.
Research purpose: This article explores the realm of WTO plurilateral agreements, examining their structure, evolution, and impact on the multilateral trading system. It delves into the dynamics of these agreements, which offer a practical avenue for addressing pressing trade-related issues. By scrutinizing the interplay between plurilateral agreements and the overarching principles of multilateralism within the WTO, this research aims to shed light on the extent to which plurilateral complements the multilateral approach, contributing to a deeper understanding of the evolving global trade landscape.
Methods: This article employs a mixed-method research methodology, which includes a thorough literature review, analysis of relevant reports on plurilateral agreements, and examination of secondary data sources. The study combines quantitative and qualitative analyses within GATT/WTO activities to assess changes in plurilateral agreements. Data on plurilateral agreements were sourced from the WTO database and ministerial reports. This dual approach offers a robust framework for comprehensively evaluating the evolving landscape of plurilateral agreements in the GATT/WTO framework.
Conclusions: WTO plurilateral agreements offer enhanced flexibility in trade governance and play a pragmatic role in addressing complex trade issues. While they do not replace the fundamental principle of multilateralism, they serve as complementary mechanisms to facilitate progress on specific trade-related issues. These agreements also have the potential to influence the evolution of trade governance and support multilateralism within the WTO, providing tailored solutions in a dynamic global trade landscape.
ОЦЕНКА ГЕОМЕТРИЧЕСКИХ ОТКЛОНЕНИЙ МЕЖДУ МРТ- И КТ-ИЗОБРАЖЕНИЯМИ ПРИ ПЛАНИРОВАНИИ РАДИОХИРУРГИИ
Authors: Заволович Б. Д. , Банникова И. И. , Далечина А. В. , Костюченко В. В. , Рябов П. Н. , Голанов А. В. 
Published: December 2023

МРТ (магнитно-резонансная томография) играет важнейшую роль при планировании радиохирургического лечения. С помощью МРТ создается контур мишени для облучения и критических структур. Этот метод визуализации позволяет с высокой точностью определить границы патологического очага, однако существуют определенные факторы (неоднородность постоянного магнитного поля, нелинейность поля градиента и т. д.), из-за которых МРТ-изображения более восприимчивы к пространственным искажениям в сравнении с изображениями, полученными посредством компьютерной томографии (КТ). Определение геометрических искажений на МРТ-изображениях – важнейший этап обеспечения точности радиохирургического лечения. Один из способов определения дисторсии заключается в выполнении МРТ- и КТ-сканирования специального фантома, внутри которого находятся пластиковые стержни и дальнейшем анализе положения стержней на МРТ- и КТ-изображениях. Как правило, сравнение МРТ- и КТ-изображений фантома проводится визуально, что является довольно субъективной и неточной оценкой. Цель нашей работы заключалась в разработке программного обеспечения (ПО) для автоматизации выполнения данного теста по гарантии качества МРТ-исследования. С помощью разработанного программного обеспечения было проведено сравнение МРТ в двух режимах T1 и T2 с результатами КТ. Было показано, что отклонения МРТ Т1 и Т2 от КТ превышали 1 мм в 3.5 % случаев и 0.1 % соответственно. Был проведен анализ направлений и величин отклонений по всему объему фантома. Наибольшие отклонения наблюдаются в нижней правой части аксиального среза фантома и преимущественно направлены к верхней левой части среза в случае Т1 и к верху среза в случае Т2. Данные результаты позволяют проводить планирование радиохирургического лечения. Использование данного ПО в клинической практике поможет ускорить проведение теста и устранить субъективные оценки смещений.
Sikap Bahasa Masyarakat Tutur Bahasa Melayu Dialek Sambas di Desa Sungai Itik Kec. Sungai Kakap, Kab. Kubu Raya
Authors: Alimin A A , Yuniarti Netty 
Published: December 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengukur dan mendeskripsikan sikap bahasa masyarakat tutur Bahasa Melayu Dialek Sambas yang terdapat di Desa Sungai Itik, Kec. Sungai Kakap, Kab. Kubu Raya. Metode Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif. Pada penelitian dideskripsikan bentuk sikap BMDS pada masyarakat tutur melalui perhitungan statistik sederhana dalam menentukan pernyataan sikap bahasa positif atau negatif. Adapun sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah masyarakat tutur di Dusun Melati lebih tepatnya masyarakat yang menetap di sepanjang Parit Cek Minah, yaitu RT 7, RT 8, dan RT 23 yang melibatkan 20 Responden. Teknik pengumpulan dengan menggunakan teknik komunikasi tidak langsung (pengisian angket) diperkuat dengan teknik komunikasi langsung/interview, serta teknik catat dan rekam. Hasil penelitian menunjukan masyarakat tutur BMDS yang ada di Desa Sungai Itik memiliki Sikap Positif Terhadap Bahasanya sendiri dan sikap positif tersebut juga ditunjukan terhadap bahasa Indonesia meskipun masih jauh dibawah BMDS. Hal ini menunjukan bahwa masyarakat tersebut memiliki sikap kebanggaan berbahasa, kesetiaan berbahasa dan kesadaran akan norma bahasa jauh lebih tinggi terhadap BMDS dibandingkan dengan bahasa lain. Berdasarkan analisis data, sikap bahasa penutur terhadap BMDS pada aspek: 1. kebanggaan menggunakan BMDS diperoleh skor persentase rata-rata 90, 2. Aspek Kesetiaan menggunakan BMDS dengan skor persentase rata-rata 82, 3. Aspek kesadaran akan norma diperoleh skor persentase rata-rata 74. Sedangkan pada sikap bahasa penutur terhadap Bahasa Indonesia pada aspek: 1. Kebanggaan menggunakan Bahasa Indonesia diperoleh skor persentase rata-rata 78, 2. Aspek Kesetiaan menggunakan Bahasa Indonesia dengan skor persentase rata-rata 70, 3. Aspek kesadaran akan norma diperoleh skor persentase rata-rata 68
Marxismo hegeliano: Lukács y Gramsci
Authors: Callinicos Alex 
Published: December 2023

Este texto compara el pensamiento de Lukács con el de Gramsci, en el contexto de la teoría social marxista de las primeras décadas del siglo XX. Es una traducción de A. Callinicos, Social Theory. A Historical Introduction, 2nd ed., Cambridge: Polity Press, 2007 chapter 9, pp. 202-213.
Dinâmica do Escoamento de Ar Acima e Dentro de uma Floresta Tropical Densa sobre Terreno Complexo na Amazônia (Dynamics of Airflow Above and Within a Tropical Rainforest Canopy Dense in the Complex Terrain on Amazonia)
Authors: Santos Aurilene Barros dos , Tóta Julio , Moura Marcos Antonio Lima , Fitzjarrald David Roy , Santana Raoni Aquino Silva de , Andrade Antonio Marcos Delfino de , Carneiro Rayonil Gomes 
Published: December 2023

Escoamentos do vento em terrenos com vegetação são provavelmente mais complexos do que os escoamentos em terreno com pouca ou sem presença de cobertura vegetal. Devido a essa complexidade poucos estudos abordaram a problemática da dinâmica do escoamento em regiões de florestas tropicais, principalmente em terreno complexo de pequena escala, como é o caso da Reserva Biológica do Rio Cuieiras – ZF2 (02° 36’ 32’’ S, 60° 12’ 33’’ O, 140 m alt.), próxima à cidade de Manaus, Amazonas. Assim, uma campanha de medidas observacionais foi conduzida em 2006 para descrever o escoamento abaixo do dossel, e determinar sua relação com o vento acima da floresta. Foram medidos gradientes horizontais e verticais de temperatura do ar, e de vento durante as estações seca e chuvosa de 2006. Os resultados indicaram, de uma maneira geral, que a frequencia de ventos, tanto acima quanto abaixo da copa, é maior no periodo chuvoso alcançando 73,5% e 84% de ocorrencia respectivamente. Foi observado também, um padrão de escoamento abaixo da floresta, persistente e sistemático, sobre a área de encosta, subindo durante a noite e descendo durante o dia e desacoplado com o ar acima da copa, esse padrão de escoamento é inverso ao padrão clássico de escoamento vale-montanha. A B S T R A C T For this study were used data from a field campaign conducted in 2006 in the biological reserve of Rio Cuieira - ZF2, near the city of Manaus-Amazonas, in order to describe the flow below the canopy, and determine its ratio with the wind above the forest. We measured horizontal and vertical gradients of air temperature, and wind during the dry and wet seasons of 2006. The results indicated, in general, the frequency of winds, both above and below the canopy is higher in the wet season reaching 73.5% and 84%, respectively. It was also observed, a flow pattern below the forest, persistent and systematic, on the slope area, upslope at night and downslope during the day and uncoupled with the airflow above the canopy, this flow pattern is inverse to the classic pattern of mountain-valley drain. The average vertical gradient of θv was negative during the night and positive during the day in both seasons. Showing that the topography and thermal structure inside the forest is responsible for this reverse flow pattern along the slope. Keywords: horizontal flows, wind, dense vegetation.
Avaliação das Técnicas de Classificação MAXVER, MAXVER – ICM e Distância Mínima Euclidiana de acordo com Índice Kappa (Evaluation of Classification Techniques MAXVER, MAXVER-ICM and Minimum Euclidean Distance according to Kappa Index)
Authors: Nery César Vinícius Mendes , Fernandes Fernando Hiago Souza , Moreira Adriana Aparecida , Braga Fernando Luiz 
Published: December 2023

O conhecimento da distribuição espacial dos tipos de uso e da cobertura da terra é fundamental para orientar a utilização racional dos recursos naturais e vêm contribuindo para o monitoramento da dinâmica terrestre. Nessa direção, as geotecnologias constituem-se em ferramenta prática e de um custo relativamente baixo, apresentando importantes informações que podem subsidiar o planejamento e a gestão do território. Aliada a esse contexto o processamento digital de imagens vêm sendo bastante utilizado, dada a uma vasta gama de algoritmos disponíveis e utilizados para o mapeamento do uso e ocupação do solo. Nesse sentindo, este trabalho tem como objetivo avaliar os tipos de classificadores supervisionados pixel a pixel MAXVER; MAXVER – ICM ambos com limiar de aceitação 99.9 % e o classificador Distância Mínima Euclidiana. Dentre esses, o classificador MAXVER ICM se mostrou mais adequado de acordo com as amostras adquiridas versus a verdade terrestre para área de estudo. A B S T R A C T The knowledge of spatial distribution of the types of land cover and use is essential to guide the rational use of natural resources and is contributing to the monitoring of land dynamics. In this direction, the geotechnologies are a practical tool and of a relatively low cost, showing important information that can help in the planning and management of the territory. In addition, the digital processing of images have been quite used, given to a wide range of algorithms available and used for the mapping of soil use and occupation. In this sense, the work aims to evaluate the types of supervised classifiers pixel by pixel MAXVER- both ICM with acceptance threshold of 99,9% and the Minimum Euclidean Distance classifier. Among these, the MAXVER ICM classifier proved best suited according to the acquired samples versus the reality to terrestrial study area. Keywords: classifiers, SPRING, soil use and occupation.
Aspectos Geológicos-Geomorfológicos Relacionados aos Processos Erosivos no Município de Chaves, na Ilha de Marajó ( Geological-Geomorphological Aspects Related to Erosion Processes in the city of Chaves, Island of Marajó)
Authors: De Araujo Rodrigo da Cruz 
Published: December 2023

Processos erosivos têm se mostrado ao longo do tempo como eficazes modificadores da 'paisagem. No entanto, o pouco conhecimento de suas causas tem dificultado bastante o melhor entendimento das intensidades e periodicidade de suas atuações, bem como de seus danos. A meta principal desta abordagem é o reconhecimento e entendimento dos agentes erosivos atuantes no caso, buscando discutir e sugerir formas que permitam uma melhor coexistência do homem com esses inevitáveis processos da natureza. Assim, o trabalho apresenta primeiramente uma análise sobre os vários aspectos que compõem a fisiografia marajoara, incluindo observações de campo e de registros históricos, os quais auxiliaram na identificação dos principais fatores atuantes no processo erosivo e na quantificação da evolução temporal do processo. Palavras-chave: erosão, mudança de paisagem, Marajó. A B S T R A C T Conjugated action of erosive agents accelerates changes in the landscape of the city of Chaves, north coast of the Marajó Island. Erosive processes are known as effective modifiers of the landscape along the time. However, the poor knowledge of their causes difficulties the adequate understanding of the intensities and periodicity of their performances, as well as of the resultant damages. The main goal here is to recognize and understand the erosive agents, aiming to discuss and suggest forms to improve better coexistence of human being with those inevitable nature processes. Thus, this paper presents an analysis on the several aspects that compose the Marajo Island physiography, with support of field observations and historical registrations, which aided in the identification of the main factors causing erosive process and in the quantification of its temporary evolution. Keywords: erosive process, landform changes, Marajó.
Probabilidade e análise decadal da precipitação pluvial da cidade de Barreiras-Bahia, Brasil (Probability and analysis of decadal rainfall in the city of Barreiras-Bahia, Brazil)
Authors: Soares Neto Joaquim Pedro , Bezerra André Ricardo Gomes , Moscon Éder Stolben 
Published: December 2023

A precipitação pluvial é um dos elementos meteorológicos que apresenta maior variabilidade tanto em quantidade quanto em distribuição mensal e anual de uma região para outra. O estudo do comportamento temporal da distribuição e probabilidade das chuvas constitui um fator de grande relevância para a compreensão dos sistemas que determinam os regimes hídricos de regiões semiáridas. Nesse contexto, objetivou-se com este estudo, caracterizar a precipitação pluvial para o município de Barreiras-BA. Foi utilizada uma série histórica de precipitação pluvial, referente ao período de 1959 a 2008 (49 anos). Os dados foram provenientes da rede de estações convencionais do Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia (INMET). Na distribuição empírica as probabilidades com que serão igualadas ou superadas às precipitações pluviais foram calculadas pelo método Kimball. Esperam-se chuvas acima de 100 mm nos meses de novembro e dezembro com probabilidade superior a 80%. Para a precipitação total anual há uma maior probabilidade de precipitações inferiores a 1000 mm (probabilidade > 50%). O Estudo aponta a ocorrência de precipitações superiores à média histórica a cada 4 anos. Não foi evidenciado indícios de decréscimo de chuvas para Barreiras-BA nos últimos 49 anos. A B S T R A C T Rainfall is one of the weather parameters that has the highest variability in both quantity and distribution of monthly and annual from one region to another. The study of the temporal distribution and probability of rainfall is a factor of great importance for understanding the systems that determine water regimes in semi-arid regions. In this context, the objective of this study was to characterize the rainfall for Barreiras, state of Bahia, Brazil. It was used a historical series of rainfall for the period 1959 to 2008 (49 years). The data were derived from the conventional network stations from the National Institute of Meteorology (INMET). In the probabilities empirical distribution that will be equaled or exceeded the rainfall were calculated by the method Kimball. More than 100 mm rainfall during the months of November and December are expected with a probability greater than 80%. For the total annual rainfall there is a larger probability of precipitations below 1000 mm (probability > 50%) This study shows the occurrence of precipitation above the historical average every four years. No evidence was shown to decrease rainfall for Barreiras in recent 49 years. Keywords: historical series, rain, return period.
Sazonalidade do Controle de Evapotranspiração pela Cana-de-Açúcar Irrigada e Características Aerodinâmicas da Cultura no Semiárido brasileiro (Seasonal Evapotranspiration Control by Irrigated Sugarcane ....)
Authors: Silva Thieres George Freire da , Zolnier Sérgio , Moura Magna Soelma Beserra , Souza Luciana S. B. 
Published: December 2023

Objetivou-se analisar a variação sazonal do controle de evapotranspiração pela cana-de-açúcar irrigada, assim como as características aerodinâmicas da superfície da cultura sob condições climáticas do Semiárido brasileiro. O experimento foi conduzido em um talhão experimental situado no município de Juazeiro, Bahia, onde foram realizadas medições micrometeorológicas. A evapotranspiração da cultura foi quantificada por meio do método do balanço de energia, com base na razão de Bowen. Para analisar o controle da cana-de-açúcar ao processo de evapotranspiração foi utilizado o fator de desacoplamento (Ω). Para o ciclo, os valores de Ω foram, em média, iguais a 0,68, demonstrando um desacoplamento moderado a alto da superfície com a atmosfera, o que indica que a evapotranspiração da cana-de-açúcar irrigada no Semiárido brasileiro é mais fortemente controlada pela energia disponível, proveniente do saldo de radiação, do que pelo efeito do vento, temperatura e umidade do ar. Todavia, após o tombamento da cultura, percebeu-se uma queda de Ω, decorrente de um novo crescimento das plantas, que também foi responsável por modificações nas características aerodinâmicas da cultura. Este fato resultou, ao final do ciclo, em valores médios de 58 s m-1 para a resistência da superfície, de 0,43 m para o parâmetro de rugosidade e de 0,39 m s-1 para a velocidade de fricção.

A B S T R A C T
The objective was to analyze the seasonal variation of the evapotranspiration control by irrigated sugarcane, as well the crop surface aerodynamic characteristics under Brazilian semi-arid climatic conditions. The experiment was conducted in an experimental site in the city of Juazeiro, Bahia State, where micrometeorological measurements were carried out. The crop evapotranspiration was quantified by using the energy balance method, based on the Bowen ratio. In order to analyze the sugarcane control to the evapotranspiration process, the decoupling factor (Ω) was used. For the crop cycle, values of Ω were, on average, equal to 0.68, demonstrating a moderate to high decoupling between the crop surface and the atmosphere, which indicates that the evapotranspiration of irrigated sugarcane in the Brazilian Semi-arid is more strongly controlled by the available energy, provided by net radiation, as compared to the wind, temperature and air moisture. However, after the crop lodging, it was noticed reduction of the Ω parameter due to an additional plant growth, which was responsible for changes in the crop aerodynamic characteristics. This fact resulted at the end of the crop cycle in mean values of 58 s m-1 for surface resistance, 0.43 m for the roughness parameter and 0.39 m s-1 for the friction velocity.