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Motivations and Self-Perceived Career Prospects of Undergraduate Sociology Students
Authors: Sándor Alexandra Valéria 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Sociology undoubtedly plays an important role in the world of sciences, as it provides an opportunity to examine the society in which we live and our social relationships using widely accepted means with real scientific value. As Giddings has noted, ‘sociology tells us how to become what we want to be’ (Giddings, 2011). However, discussions of the social sciences can be controversial, as they are sometimes perceived as ‘inferior’ to natural sciences. To alleviate this discrepancy, it is essential to supply professionals with useful knowledge in the field of sociology, understand their motivations and ensure the best career prospects for them. In this pilot study, 18 sociology B.A. students answered seven open-ended questions in the form of a short essay regarding their motivations in terms of faculty choices, initial expectations and the fulfilment thereof, their aims in the study of sociology, preferred areas of employment, willingness to undergo further training, five-year plans and their opinions about the prospects of newly graduated sociologists in Hungary compared to graduates from other areas in terms of the usefulness of knowledge gained, perceptions of their professions and earning opportunities. According to the results of this study, the future plans of the participants were very different, but all of them believe that an undergraduate sociology degree provides extensive knowledge about the functioning of society and has helped them to form attitudes that they consider to be extremely valuable on the labour market.
Platforms for Online Learning: A Product Specification
Authors: Vieyra Mtro. Gerardo Quiroz , González Luis Fernando Muñoz 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Learning Management Systems (LMS) or Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS) are the core of e-learning platforms and have evolved according to the development of new information and communication technologies. In this type of software there are many products on the market, some developed by the institutions themselves (in-house), others are free and open source software (FOSS) and others are more commercial, varying in functionality and technology, but almost always adhering to the standards used in e-learning so that learning objects fulfill their purpose of being usable and reusable. This paper introduces you to current LMS / LCMS, main functions, distinctive features, related standards, and their current status. Then there is a presentation of Machine Learning as a branch of Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Computing as a fusion discipline between computation, cognition, psychology and artificial intelligence, to end in a proposal for the incorporation of these technologies in a new generation of e-learning platforms, all in an integrated framework of interoperability and governance.
Computer Simulations of Ethics: The Applicability of Agent-Based Modeling for Ethical Theories
Authors: Lasquety-Reyes Jeremiah A. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
I consider the applicability of Agent-Based Modeling (ABM) and computer simulations for ethical theories. Though agent-based modeling is already well established in the social sciences, it has not yet found acceptance in the field of philosophical ethics. Currently, there are only a few works explicitly connecting ethics with agent-based modeling. In this paper, I show that it is possible to build computer simulations of ethical theories and that there are also potential benefits in doing so: (1) the opportunity for virtual ethical experiments that are impossible to do in real life, and (2) an increased understanding and appreciation of an ethical theory either through the programming implementation or through the visual simulation. In the first part of the paper, I mention some social science simulations with ethical import that could encourage ethicists to work with ABM. Second, I list the few pioneering works that attempt to combine computer simulation with philosophical ethics, the most prominent being Evolving Ethics: The New Science of Good and Evil (2010) by Mascaro et al. Third, I give pointers for the computer simulation of the most prominent ethical theories: deontological ethics, utilitarianism, feminist care ethics, and virtue ethics. In the final part, I consider the potential of using an existing reference model for the simulation of human behavior, the PECS model, as the foundation for a computer simulation of virtue ethics.
Use of PBL as a teaching innovation methodology in University Nursing Studies in Spain
Authors: Llabrés-Solé Rosa , Oliver-Trobat Miquel , de Castro-Peraza Maria Elisa , Rosa-Rossellò Maria , Lorenzo-Rocha Nieves Doria , García-Acosta Jesus Manuel , Hernandez Ana Mª Perdomo 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Health Sciences have undergone a great transformation. University degrees such as Nursing, in its adaptation to the Bologna Plan, have seen how their studies went from a purely mechanistic conception (Haidar Torres, 2015), as surgeon assistants, to the establishment of a university superior Degree where the students must develop and acquire a series of competencies and knowledge that are considered necessary for their future development as professionals.
The Public Expenditures and Economic Growth: DSGE model for Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Bošnjak Nikolina 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The DSGE (Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium) methodology attempts to explain the behavior of aggregate economic phenomena, such as economic growth, business cycle, and the effects of monetary and fiscal policy, using macroeconomic models derived from microeconomic foundations. DSGE models study the economy evolution (dynamics) over time. They take into consideration the fact that economy may be affected with random (stochastic) shocks. Still, they include all markets in the economy and assume that those markets balance out rapidly (general equilibrium). DSGE models have become the main tool of macroeconomic analysis, and until now, a huge number of different DSGE models have been developed. They are used for forecasting, different economic policies analysis and giving policy advices. Due to data scarcity and lack of knowledge, indevelopment and many other reasnos, until now there was no application of DSGE models to Bosnia and Herzegovina case. That is why we were motivated to calibrate a small size DSGE model for Bosnia and Herzegovina. In this research we will calibrate a small open economy DSGE model for Bosnia and Herzegovina and use its results to give some advices for economic growth of Bosnia and Herzegovina improvement. The special attention will be given to Public expenditures and TFP influence on Bosnian macroeconomic variables.
SMEs and Family Smes: Specificities from the Portuguese Socio-Business Context
Authors: Marques Ana Paula , Couto Ana Isabel 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The composition of the corporate structure constitutes a relevant indicator of the entrepreneurial and economic dynamism of a certain country or territory. In contrast to past estimates over the past 45 years, the importance of small or very small scale entreprises has been steadily decreasing in the Portuguese business universe. The Portuguese socio-entrepreneurial fabric is predominantly constituted by small and very small scale businesses (micro companies): in 2015, 99,9% of the non financial Portuguese sector were SME [Small and Medium-size companies], and the micro scale companies represented around 96% of the total number of SME. In this context, family businesses acquire greater relevance due to/for the estimated weight they have on the economy (between 70% to 80% of the SME, also including great companies quoted on the stock exchange markets), on the creation of jopbs and on the role they play in the local development. Notwithstanding, there still is a significant unawareness of the business layouts of the family companies. In effect, these tend to be heterogeneousin terms of size, activity sector and degree of professionalization of the respective government models and human resources..The ongoing project, “Roadmap for the Portuguese family businesses” (2016-2018), financed by the NORTE 2020/ FEDER has as a central goal to contribute to a better acknowledgement and assessment of the impact of family companies in the northern region, as far as the local, national and international economy is concerned. For this purpose, it will build a database of the Portuguese northern region, mapping all the companies that present the layout of a family business and apply an online survey, combined with in-depth interviews to the various types and segments of family businesses, reinforcing their economic and social roles.
A Mind Genomics Cartography of Shopping Behavior for Food Products during the Covid -19 Pandemic
Authors: Harizi Ariola , Trebicka Brunela , Tartaraj Azeta , Moskowitz Howard 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The study presents a new approach to understand the mind of the persons in order to drive desired action in crisis situation, specifically the COVID-19 pandemic. Understand the mind of the shopper in a pandemic situation, with massive uncertainty, should provide direction for governments and the retail trade to adopt practices and communications which will reassure their customers. This study investigates the nature of what people will do to reassure themselves in the pandemic, and has been executed during the period of the pandemic, making the study relevant to the actual events taking place. The focus of the study is on the likelihood of buying ordinary food, given certain descriptions. The study revealed three mind-sets, clusters of individuals who respond to the pandemic in one of three ways. These are: Mind-Set 1: Focus on sanitation & supply; Mind-Set 2: Focus on budget for lifestyle; Mind-Set 3: Focus on shopping, personal needs, consumption. These mind-sets are distributed through the population, and are not limited to specific age or gender. The paper closes with the PVI, personal viewpoint identifier, to assign a new person to one of the three mind-sets.
The Method of Determining the Technical Costs of Manufacturing Products
Authors: Matuszek Józef , Kaczmar-Kolny Ewa , Byrdy Łukasz 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
One of the many challenges in running a business is cost accounting. While there are many different costing methods, there is still a need to create new ones. The aim of this article is to develop a new method of cost calculation, which is adapted to modern conditions related to the adaptation of products to the needs of customers. This article presents an original method of determining production costs, which is based on the labor consumption of products. This method is a combination and development of known methods; however, by applying more precise accounting bases, it leads to more precise results. The developed method of cost calculation, thanks to its universality, can be used in most enterprises.
Post-Operative Delirium Masking Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma
Authors: Sim Zariel Jiaying , Jieyin Xing , Suhitharan Thangavelautham 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Introduction
Acute angle closure glaucoma (AACG) is an ophthalmological emergency, and can lead to the devastating consequence of permanent vision loss if not detected and treated promptly. We present a case of an atypical presentation of unilateral AACG on post operative day (POD) 1, after a prolonged operation under general anaesthesia (GA).

Case presentation
A 65-year-old female underwent a 16 hour long operation for breast cancer and developed an altered mental status with a left fixed dilated pupil on POD 1. She was intubated to secure her airway in view of a depressed consciousness level and admitted to the intensive care unit. Initial blood investigations and brain imaging were unremarkable. On subsequent review by the ophthalmologist, a raised intraocular pressure was noted and she was diagnosed with acute angle closure glaucoma. She was promptly started on intravenous acetazolamide and pressure-lowering ophthalmic drops. Her intraocular pressure normalized in the next 24 hours with improvement in her mental status to baseline.

Conclusion
AACG needs to be consistently thought of as one of the top differentials in any post-operative patient with eye discomfort or abnormal ocular signs on examination. A referral to the ophthalmologist should be made promptly once AACG is suspected.
Fluids and Early Vasopressors in the Management of Septic Shock: Do We Have the Right Answers Yet?
Authors: Carlos Sanchez E. , Pinsky Michael R. , Sinha Sharmili , Mishra Rajesh Chandra , Lopa Ahsina Jahan , Chatterjee Ranajit 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Septic shock is a common condition associated with hypotension and organ dysfunction. It is associated with high mortality rates of up to 60% despite the best recommended resuscitation strategies in international guidelines. Patients with septic shock generally have a Mean Arterial Pressure below 65 mmHg and hypotension is the most important determinant of mortality among this group of patients. The extent and duration of hypotension are important. The two initial options that we have are 1) administration of intravenous (IV) fluids and 2) vasopressors, The current recommendation of the Surviving Sepsis Campaign guidelines to administer 30 ml/kg fluid cannot be applied to all patients. Complications of fluid over-resuscitation further delay organ recovery, prolong ICU and hospital length of stay, and increase mortality. The only reason for administering intravenous fluids in a patient with circulatory shock is to increase the mean systemic filling pressure in a patient who is volume-responsive, such that cardiac output also increases. The use of vasopressors seems to be a more appropriate strategy, the very early administration of vasopressors, preferably during the first hour after diagnosis of septic shock, may have a multimodal action and potential advantages, leading to lower morbidity and mortality in the management of septic patients. Vasopressor therapy should be initiated as soon as possible in patients with septic shock.
Multi-criteria evaluation for parameter uncertainty assessment and ensemble runoff forecasting in a snow-dominated basin
Authors: Oğulcan Doğan Y. , Arda Şorman A. , Şensoy Aynur 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The increase in global temperatures undesirably affects the ever-growing world population and reveals the significance of hydrology science. Hydrological models might estimate spatial and temporal variability in hydrological components at the basin scale, which is critical for efficient water resource management. Satellite data sets with enhanced snow mapping with high spatial and temporal resolutions have been developed. The potential of these satellite data sets is evaluated in this study for multi-criteria evaluation of a conceptual hydrological model to improve model performance and reduce uncertainty.
The upstream part of the transboundary Coruh River is selected for this study because snowmelt contributes a significant portion of the streamflow feeding major reservoirs during the spring and early summer months. The region’s snow cover dynamic has been analyzed using a combination of two satellite products. Hydrologic modeling is performed using the HBV model for the 2003–2015 water years (01 Oct–30 Sep). The Monte Carlo method is used for multi-criteria optimization exploiting satellite snow cover data besides runoff data. The sensitivity and uncertainty analysis on the model parameters indicate that multi-criteria calibration effectively reduces the uncertainty of the parameters and increases the model performance. Moreover, ensemble runoff forecasts are generated with several best model parameters using 1-day and 2-day lead time numerical weather prediction data for the snowmelt period (March–June) of the 2015 water year.
The results indicate that the use of multiple remote sensing products in combination better represents the snow-covered area for the region. Additionally, including these data sets into hydrological models enhances the representation of hydrological components while reducing runoff prediction uncertainty.
Output updating of a physically based model for gauged and ungauged sites of the Upper Thames River watershed
Authors: Jeevaragagam Ponselvi , Simonovic Slobodan P. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
This study introduces a new ANN updating procedure of streamflow prediction for a physically based HEC-HMS hydrological model of the Upper Thames River watershed (Ontario, Canada). Besides streamflow and precipitation, the updating procedure uses other meteorological variables as inputs, which are not applied in calibration of the HEC-HMS model. All the results of performance measures on training, validation and test datasets for river gauges at Mitchell and Stratford revealed that the ANN updated models have performed better than the HEC-HMS model. The ANN model results were in excellent agreement with observed streamflow. The uncertainties can be associated with different input variables and different length of datasets used in the HEC-HMS model and the ANN model. The performance results suggest improvement in the RMSE values of the trained networks when additional meteorological data was used. The updated errors from the gauged sites of Mitchell and Stratford were used to update the streamflow values at the ungauged site of JR750 of the HEC-HMS model. While the underlying physical process in the ANN model consisting of interconnected neurons to map input-output relationships is not easily understood (in a form of mathematical equation), the HEC-HMS hydrological model can reveal useful information about the parameters of a hydrological process.
Effect of eucalyptus on blue and green water availability and discharge in the tropical highlands: An interpretation of available literature
Authors: Steenhuis Tammo S. , Alemie Telashwork C. , Muche Habtamu , Tilahun Seifu A. , Zimale Fasikaw A. , Mhiret Demesew A. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The highlands serve as water towers for the blue water in the surrounding area, with often insufficient rainfall for rainfed crops. The population is growing in the highlands, changing the hydrology and blue and green water availability. One of the changes that affect the highlands of Ethiopia is the rapidly expanding areas of small patches of eucalyptus on farmers fields. This manuscript aims to sort through the limited available literature and develop a water balance model as a starting point to discuss how hydrology is affected by increased acreage of eucalyptus in the highlands. We find some evidence in the literature that patches of eucalyptus during the dry phase may withdraw water from the subsoil up to twice the rate of evapotranspiration when the soil water is not limited. Since saturation excess generates surface runoff in the subhumid and humid highlands, water withdrawn during the dry phase should be made up before the area with eucalyptus becomes hydraulically active. The amount of water that can be removed from storage by eucalyptus is greater in areas with a long dry monsoon phase than in temperate climates for the same increase in trees. We also found, as expected, that the eucalyptus water balance model, as developed in this paper, was not valid for areas in semi-arid and arid regions. Soil crusting and water repellency might induce infiltration excess runoff. A tentative implication is that since most blue water is produced in the areas with the highest rainfall, eucalyptus in subhumid and humid monsoon regions will affect the blue water supply downstream but not the plant available green water although shading will decrease yield in the immediate surroundings of the eucalyptus trees.
Camera-measured velocity distribution in laboratory open-channel flow with intense transport of bimodal combined-load
Authors: Svoboda Lukáš , Picek Tomáš , Matoušek Václav 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
An extended stereoscopic method, which identifies, and tracks particles based on their colour in solid-liquid flow, is tested for its capability to separately measure velocity distributions of particles of two fractions transported as bimodal sediment mixture in water flow through a laboratory flume. The principle of the tested method extension is a use of colour-based processing of images collected by two high-speed cameras which enables to filter out particles of one fraction from the image and leave particles of the other fraction in the image based on a selected colour hue range. The modified images are then processed by the original stereoscopic method to produce velocity distribution of particles of the individual fraction in the flow. The method extension is first tested in simple vertical flow carrying neutrally buoyant spherical particles of two distinct colours in a recirculation cell. In the next step, lightweight plastic particles of two fractions of different properties (size, shape, density) and colours are introduced to flow through a laboratory flume and velocity distributions of the two fractions are measured separately at flow conditions which mimic intense transport of bimodal combined-load in an open channel. Results exhibit a very good agreement with previous measurements with unimodal sediment in hydraulically similar flow.
Cognitive Ecologies of Presence(S) in Three Different Dance Forms
Authors: Pini Sarah 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Presence is a central yet controversial topic in the study of performing arts and theatrical traditions, where the notion of ‘stage presence’ is generally understood as the performer’s ability to enchant the audience’s attention. How do dancers relate to the idea of presence in performance, and how do they understand, enact, and perform presence in their artistic work and practices?
In this article I offer an investigation into presence’s variations in three different dance practices and choreographic contexts: the case of the Ballet National de Marseille during the staging of Emio Greco’s piece Passione; Contact Improvisation in the case of independent groups of contacters in Italy and Australia; and Body Weather, a radical movement ideology developed by Japanese choreographer Min Tanaka in the context of the company Tess de Quincey and Co. in Sydney.
To illustrate how presence in dance practices emerges in relation to a complex and dynamic environment, I propose a cognitive ecological approach to the notion of ‘stage presence’, which considers both the co-presence of audiences and performers and the socio-cultural context of the performance event. By exploring how dancers articulate their lived experiences of presence in relation to their different dance contexts and traditions, I suggest framing phenomena of presence in an embodied ecological sense.
Equidistribution of Continuous Functions Along Monotone Compact Covers
Authors: Monfared Mehdi Sangani , Zhu Yihan 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
We give a necessary and sufficient condition for equidistribution of continuous functions along monotone compact covers on locally compact spaces. We show the existence of equidistributed mappings along Bohr nets arising from group actions. Using almost periodic means, we give an analogue of Weyl’s equidistribution criterion for continuous functions with values in arbitrary topological groups. We prove van der Corput’s inequality on the lattice ℕm for vectors in Hilbert spaces, and use this inequality to extend Hlawka’s equidistribution theorem to functions on the lattice ℕm (m ≥ 1) with values in arbitrary topological groups.