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Russ-Eft, Darlene F. "A case for case studies on HRD ethics and integrity." Human Resource Development Quarterly 11, no. 2 (2000): 101–3. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/1532-1096(200022)11:2<101::aid-hrdq1>3.0.co;2-c.
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Gharehbaghi, Koorosh, Maged Georgy, and Farshid Rahmani. "Composite High-Rise Structures: Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) and Case Studies." Materials Science Forum 940 (December 2018): 146–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/msf.940.146.
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High-rise construction typically implies a multi-storey structure approximately between forty to hundred and twenty meters tall (approximately twelve to forty storeys). On the other hand, composite materials are those made from two or more constituents generally with considerably dissimilar physical or chemical compositions. The focal point in this paper is in-particular on high-rise construction and whether or not composite materials’ structural integrity, and long-term sustainability, is comparable to that of a traditional building. To assess the composite materials’ structural integrity, Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) will also be utilised. While, composites possess different characteristics from those common to traditional materials; the universal purpose of producing such materials is to produce matters, which are stronger, lighter, and commonly less expensive. Generally, in construction, the composite materials typically include geo-polymers, fiber-reinforced concrete and others. For high-rise construction, these composite materials require to bear a variety of demanding conditions, including high winds and seismic conditions, which are important design factors for such structures. Nevertheless, a particular benefit of composite materials for high rise construction is their overall ability to maintain structural integrity despite their lack of conventional composition. The composite materials are traditionally utilised for high-rise buildings in order to reinforce the overall structural integrity. Accordingly, this paper will also include a number of case studies to support the ever-increasing utilization of composite materials for high-rise construction.
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Soltanzadeh, M., SJS Hakim, MHW Ibrahim, S. Shahidan, SN Mokhatar, and AJMS Lim. "Geomechanical effects of co2 storage in geological structures: two case studies." International Journal of Engineering & Technology 11, no. 1 (February 20, 2022): 35–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.14419/ijet.v11i1.31858.
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Storage of CO2 in subsurface can assist to mitigate CO2 emission without extensively interfering with industrial activity and development. The main reason for geological storage to trap CO2 underground for a long time. However, the injection of CO2 may compromise the sealing characteristics of the caprock and, consequently, the containment of the underground CO2 storage unit as well. For instance, the injection of CO2 into a reservoir resulted in pore pressure and temperature changes leading to deformation and stress changes in the injection target and the rocks that surround it. These changes can influence the hydraulic integrity of the geological storage. The potential hazards could then impose different environmental, health, safety, and economic risks. Therefore, the geomechanical assessment of caprock integrity is critical for the storage of carbon dioxide. This research reviewed two different cases of underground CO2 storage in Canada and the workflows used for the assessment of geomechanical effects of CO2 injection on caprock integrity. It reviewed the processes of data collection, geomechanical characterization, and fluid flow modeling. These reviews highlighted the significance of geomechanical characterization and the fact that it is faced with significance challenges that could be addressed by data integration and geostatistical analysis. These reviewed studies implemented both analytical and numerical geomechanical models. While analytical models seem to be great choices for preliminary geomechanical analysis, numerical models are also necessary for a more detailed analysis. Â
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Carnero, Andres M., Percy Mayta-Tristan, Kelika A. Konda, Edward Mezones-Holguin, Antonio Bernabe-Ortiz, German F. Alvarado, Carlos Canelo-Aybar, et al. "Plagiarism, Cheating and Research Integrity: Case Studies from a Masters Program in Peru." Science and Engineering Ethics 23, no. 4 (November 15, 2016): 1183–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11948-016-9820-z.
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Timko, Joleen A., and John L. Innes. "Evaluating ecological integrity in national parks: Case studies from Canada and South Africa." Biological Conservation 142, no. 3 (March 2009): 676–88. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.biocon.2008.11.022.
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Radulovic, Ugljesa. "Book Review: Assessing Social Science Research Ethics and Integrity: Case Studies and Essays." Clinical Sociology Review 19, no. 1 (July 22, 2024): 191–98. http://dx.doi.org/10.36615/bckdp636.
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Published in Springer’s Clinical Sociology: Research and Practice series, Assessing Social Science Research Ethics and Integrity: Case Studies and Essays is the work of Harry Perlstadt, Professor Emeritus at Michigan State University’s Department of Sociology. This scholarly work is concerned with research ethics in the social sciences, focusing on the protection of human participants in social experiments. With two comprehensive essays and a meticulous analysis of six contentious experiments, Perlstadt embarks on a journey to elucidate the complex interplay between ethics and empirical inquiry.
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Zaim, Nur Hatice, Vimala Perumal, and Ah Choo Koo. "The Role of Digital Design in Preserving the Integrity of the Natural Heritage." International Journal of Creative Multimedia 4, no. 2 (September 30, 2023): 32–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.33093/ijcm.4.2.3.
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Natural heritage refers to fundamental elements such as biodiversity and natural resources. With the increasing threat of climate change, the development of infrastructure, and the deterioration of the environment, a growing need exists to protect the integrity of the world’s natural heritage. Digital design, including virtual reality, augmented reality, and interactive displays, are technological advancements adopted by domains such as marketing and education that can offer immersive and engaging experiences that educate and inspire people to care for natural heritage. The study's objective is to explore the potential of digital design in transmitting and safeguarding natural heritage, assessing its contribution to promoting environmental consciousness. The research employs qualitative research methods to interpret digital design's role in natural heritage preservation, using empirical materials such as case studies. The secondary data collected from articles provide a descriptive analysis of digital design's role in natural heritage preservation efforts. The research investigates how digital design can create effective communication channels and promote sustainable behavior amongst the audience exposed to digital design strategies. The communication channels include extended reality platforms such as social media and other interactive forms of visual communication. This study reviews related articles and case studies and consists of a qualitative analysis. Findings begin with the past development of the digital design field, followed by current updates related to digital design and natural heritage preservation. This article contributes to the field of digital design by highlighting the growing relevance and roles of digital design concerning the protection of natural heritage.
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Zaim, Nur Hatice, Vimala Perumal, and Ah Choo Koo. "The Role of Digital Design in Preserving the Integrity of the Natural Heritage." International Journal of Creative Multimedia 4, no. 2 (September 30, 2023): 32–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.33093/ijcm.2023.4.2.3.
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Natural heritage refers to fundamental elements such as biodiversity and natural resources. With the increasing threat of climate change, the development of infrastructure, and the deterioration of the environment, a growing need exists to protect the integrity of the world’s natural heritage. Digital design, including virtual reality, augmented reality, and interactive displays, are technological advancements adopted by domains such as marketing and education that can offer immersive and engaging experiences that educate and inspire people to care for natural heritage. The study's objective is to explore the potential of digital design in transmitting and safeguarding natural heritage, assessing its contribution to promoting environmental consciousness. The research employs qualitative research methods to interpret digital design's role in natural heritage preservation, using empirical materials such as case studies. The secondary data collected from articles provide a descriptive analysis of digital design's role in natural heritage preservation efforts. The research investigates how digital design can create effective communication channels and promote sustainable behavior amongst the audience exposed to digital design strategies. The communication channels include extended reality platforms such as social media and other interactive forms of visual communication. This study reviews related articles and case studies and consists of a qualitative analysis. Findings begin with the past development of the digital design field, followed by current updates related to digital design and natural heritage preservation. This article contributes to the field of digital design by highlighting the growing relevance and roles of digital design concerning the protection of natural heritage.
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Shanmugam, Lavanya, Ravish Tillu, and Suhas Jangoan. "Privacy-Preserving AI/ML Application Architectures: Techniques, Trade-offs, and Case Studies." Journal of Knowledge Learning and Science Technology ISSN: 2959-6386 (online) 2, no. 2 (November 16, 2023): 398–420. http://dx.doi.org/10.60087/jklst.vol2.n2.p420.
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Given the widespread adoption and fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technologies, safeguarding privacy has become paramount. These techniques not only ensure the confidentiality of individuals' data but also uphold the integrity and reliability of the information. This study provides an introductory overview of AI and blockchain, elucidating their fusion and subsequent emergence of privacy protection methodologies. It delves into specific application contexts such as data encryption, de-identification, multi-tier distributed ledgers, and k-anonymity techniques. Furthermore, the paper critically assesses five pivotal dimensions of privacy protection systems within AI-blockchain integration: authorization management, access control, data security, network integrity, and scalability. Additionally, it conducts a thorough analysis of existing shortcomings, pinpointing their root causes and proposing corresponding remedies. The study also categorizes and synthesizes privacy protection methodologies based on AI-blockchain application contexts and technical frameworks. In conclusion, it outlines prospective avenues for the evolution of privacy protection technologies stemming from the integration of AI and blockchain, emphasizing the need to enhance efficiency and security for a more holistic safeguarding of privacy.
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Strakhov, K. A., and G. P. Nevsky. "Evaluation of Intracity Districts’ Separateness and Integrity (A Case Study of St. Petersburg)." Izvestiya Rossiiskoi Akademii Nauk Seriya Geograficheskaya 87, no. 2 (March 1, 2023): 219–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.31857/s2587556623020097.
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The territory’s isolation and integrity are recognized by jurists as criteria for determining the municipalities’ boundaries. Analyzing the geographic studies of the innercity territory morphology, territorial identity and the local communities development potential relationship, the authors come to conclusion that these criteria are not supplied with measurement methodology. As a result the studies are limited by extreme characteristics polygons. The article proposes a methodology for assessing of intracity territories’ isolation and integrity. Considering pedestrian links as the basis of intracity municipal communications, the authors develop a methodology based on the pedestrian graph, which makes more sensitive estimates comparing with transport methods. The indicators of isolation and integrity, as well as the integral indicator are calculated for the territorial units of St. Petersburg–administrative and municipal districts. The authors come to the conclusion that intracity district’s isolation and integrity are in a weak negative relationship with each other and are set by the urban settlement and development policy. According to the integral assessment, island administrative districts and peripheral municipal districts with the 1970s large quarter buildings demonstrate the greatest compliance with the isolation and integrity principles. The authors announce a study of the territory morphology influence on the local self-government development level based on the data presented in this article.
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Lahnsteiner, J., P. Andrade, and R. Mittal. "Recycling of refinery effluents – two case studies in India." Water Practice and Technology 10, no. 3 (September 1, 2015): 573–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/wpt.2015.066.
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In response to environmental stipulations and limited fresh water resources, the Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. Panipat and Essar Oil Ltd. Vadinar had to build water reclamation plants. The plants, which mainly treat refinery effluents, were commissioned in 2006 and 2012, respectively. Advanced multi-barrier systems (including Ultrafiltraion (UF) and Reverse Osmosis (RO)) were employed in order to meet the stringent quality requirements for the recycling of boiler make-up and good results with regard to all the requested standards have been achieved. The Panipat UF membranes have a lifetime of 6 years and rather than integrity, which remains quite good (fibre breakages <0.1‰/year), the main reason for replacement is relatively low permeability (50–60 L/m2*h*bar). The operating cost (including membrane replacement) has been calculated as 0.37 EUR/m3 of recycled boiler make-up.
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Kahr, Bart, Leemon B. McHenry, and Mark D. Hollingsworth. "Academic Publishing and Scientific Integrity: Case Studies of Editorial Interference at Taylor & Franci." Journal of Scientific Practice and Integrity 1, no. 1 (2019): 1–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.35122/jospi.2019.848394.
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Tilburt, Jon, Joel Pacyna, and James Rusthoven. "Christian Integrity Regained: Reformational Worldview Engagement for Everyday Medical Practice." Christian bioethics: Non-Ecumenical Studies in Medical Morality 26, no. 2 (April 13, 2020): 163–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/cb/cbaa005.
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Abstract How does one committed to the claims of Christ and a biblical story of redemption live Christianly and navigate the competing worldviews encountered in everyday medical practice? Adopting the practical conceptual framework promoted by Reformed Christian philosopher and theologian Albert Wolters, we argue for an all-encompassing biblical understanding of God’s cosmic redemption plan for the entire creation order in contrast to a more typical sacred/secular duality. We then apply the concepts of structure and direction, drawn from a pretheological understanding of human life drawn from the Scripture, to a semi-fictional case study in discerning Christian faithfulness in everyday mundane aspects of medicine. Our subsequent analysis seeks to render an interpretation of what it means to live life consistent with that worldview when confronted with challenges like those presented in the case.
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Ballal, Makarand Sudhakar, and Amit Ramchandra Kulkarni. "Improvements in Existing System Integrity Protection Schemes Under Stressed Conditions by Synchrophasor Technology—Case Studies." IEEE Access 9 (2021): 20788–807. http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/access.2021.3054792.
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Fallon, Lindsay M., Kathryn D. Kurtz, and Marlana R. Mueller. "Direct training to improve educators’ treatment integrity: A systematic review of single-case design studies." School Psychology Quarterly 33, no. 2 (June 2018): 169–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/spq0000210.
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Smith, Roderick A. "Knowledge of Service Loads – The Key to Structural Integrity." Applied Mechanics and Materials 3-4 (August 2006): 17–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.3-4.17.
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This paper emphasises the importance of the knowledge of service loads to both the initial design process and the maintenance of structural integrity during the lifetime of engineering components and structures. Three case studies are presented. All involve accidents which caused major loss of life: the Hillsborough Stadium disaster in Britain, the German ICE train crash at Eschede and the China Airlines disaster off Taiwan.
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Awaluddin, Awaluddin. "Pengenalan Integritas Aplikasi Digital dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Bisnis sebagai Upaya Mengefektifkan Manajemen." Jurnal Syntax Admiration 5, no. 1 (January 18, 2024): 65–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.46799/jsa.v5i1.966.
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This study aims to explore the role of digital application integrity in improving business performance and as an effort to optimize overall management. Through literature reviews and case studies, we identify key factors that affect the integrity of digital applications, such as data security, system reliability, and regulatory compliance. We also evaluate the impact of digital application integrity on operational efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction. The results showed that the integrity of digital applications not only prevents security risks and data inaccuracies, but also contributes positively to overall business management. Businesses that focus on maintaining the integrity of their digital applications tend to experience improved performance, efficiency, and competitiveness. Therefore, companies need to prioritize the implementation of policies and practices related to the integrity of digital applications as an integral part of their management strategy.
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Prins, Sebastian, and Anna Hildegarde Lathrop. "Institutional Strategies that Foster Academic Integrity: A Faculty-Based Case Study." Collected Essays on Learning and Teaching 7, no. 1 (May 22, 2014): 32. http://dx.doi.org/10.22329/celt.v7i1.3998.
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In recognition that student academic misconduct is a complex issue that requires a holistic and institutional approach, this case study explores the impact of an intervention strategy adopted by the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences (comprised of approximately 80 faculty and an average of 3,240 undergraduate students) at Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario. In 2006, spearheaded by the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies, a Faculty-wide academic integrity strategic plan was designed and implemented. The plan identified 4 principles (collaboration, education, assessment, and monitoring and detection) and recommended 17 initiatives. This case study examines the impact of theses initiatives through an analysis of survey data and incidences of student misconduct cases adjudicated between 2005 and 2012 (with 2006 as the point of intervention). Data was coded and analyzed using the Welch’s t-test. Results indicated that the intervention strategy led to a significant reduction in the frequency of self-reported at risk behavior and the number of academic misconduct cases. This paper will report on these findings and identify the strategies that helped effect a positive change in the culture of academic integrity.
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Sunuwar, Subas Chandra. "Rock support in hydropower projects of Nepal: case studies." Journal of Nepal Geological Society 34 (October 9, 2006): 29–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jngs.v34i0.31876.
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The principal objective of rock support is to assist the rock mass to support itself. One common example is where the rock support system (e.g. rock bolts and shotcrete) actually becomes integrated with the rock mass. Rock support strengthens the rock mass surrounding an excavation by creating a reinforced zone, which maintains the integrity of the excavated surface, possesses sufficient flexibility to allow for the redistribution of stresses around the excavation, and has enough stiffness to minimise the dilation (opening) of discontinuities. Rock mass classification systems are used worldwide as a basis for tunnel support design. The Q and Rock Mass Rating systems have been extensively applied in rock support design on most of the hydropower projects in Nepal. Generic design guidelines based on rock mass classification systems cannot provide suitable rock support for every site. Therefore some modifications are necessary to suite the site-specific ground conditions including local rock mass and geological hazards.
There are relatively few tunnels excavated in the tectonically active Nepal Himalaya. Large diameter tunnels in Nepal are commonly lined with concrete whereas recently smaller-diameter tunnels are either shotcrete-lined or left unsupported. "Leaky" lining has been used in most of the projects to avoid the heavy reinforcement needed to withstand the occasional very high external water pressures.
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Newham, Gareth. "Promoting police integrity at station level: The case of the Hillbrow police station." Urban Forum 13, no. 3 (July 2002): 20–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12132-002-0007-0.
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Eka Mayasari and Sri Trisnaningsih. "Case Study: Manipulation of Financial Reports at PT. Adisarana Wanaartha Life Insurance (Wanaartha Life)." Formosa Journal of Applied Sciences 2, no. 10 (November 1, 2023): 2541–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.55927/fjas.v2i10.6578.
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This research aims to determine violations in professional ethics both from public accountants and from related parties. Violations committed by accountants can undermine the nature and integrity of accounting. When there are violations involving data manipulation, misrepresentation, or unethical behavior in accounting practices, it can shake the foundations of the integrity of the profession. The author uses the Expert Opinion Method to analyze what and how violations of the code of ethics for the public accounting profession take place. To identify efforts related to the studies discussed, the author uses references from books and several articles. From the results of this research, there are violations that have been committed in this case, including violations of integrity by manipulating financial reports by directors and financial staff, violations of professional behavior where accountants were involved in unethical actions and violations of the professional competence and prudence of accountants who failed to identify manipulation finance.
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Kuzminska, Olena H., Mariia S. Mazorchuk, and Olena M. Vasilyuk. "STUDENTS' PERCEPTION OF PLAGIARISM: CASE STUDY OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY FORMATION." Information Technologies and Learning Tools 96, no. 4 (September 30, 2023): 121–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.33407/itlt.v96i4.5299.
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The issue of maintaining academic integrity and preventing plagiarism is in the focus of attention of higher education institutions. The consideration of these issues have been actualized under the conditions of Covid-19, because with the transition to a distance form of education, the temptation of dishonest use of data from the Internet by students has increased. Higher education institutions are developing various strategies to prevent plagiarism in student works. This study presents an example of the formation of academic integrity during graduate studies at the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine. The need has been updated and the methodology for applying an educational approach (a distinction is made between educational and educational approaches) to the use of text-matching software (the Unicheck plagiarism detection tool built into the LMS Moodle has been used) for preventing plagiarism in student papers has been developed. During the approbation of the developed methodology in the process of studying the discipline of the students' choice "Scientific communication in graduate research", a positive correlation has been found between the pedagogical intervention and students' understanding of ethical academic practice. As a result of the survey of 146 graduate students (80 students from the intervention group and 64 students from the control group), the effectiveness of the application of the author's method has been proven: a significant difference has been determined between the point marks regarding students' confidence in preventing plagiarism and their practical confirmation among students who worked according to the author's method (the intervention group, indicators are significantly higher) and those who were trained using the educational approach (informing according to the policies and procedures determined by the university). It is suggested that the use of a combination of enlightening and educational approaches based on which pedagogical support for the independent use of text-matching software in the process of studying individual disciplines or modules is based on a change in the attitude of students to the use of a software tool for detecting plagiarism from an evaluation tool in favor of receiving feedback, which can help higher education institutions improve academic integrity.
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Ko, Kyungmin, Hyojin Song, and Choong Jin Song. "Integrity Education to Nurture Teenagers into Democratic Citizens : Domestic and Foreign Case Studies and Policy Implications." Journal of Peace Studies 16, no. 1 (March 31, 2015): 225–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.14363/kaps.2015.16.1.225.
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Sedmak, Aleksandar, Mahdi Algool, Snezana Kirin, Branislav Rakicevic, and Ramo Bakic. "Industrial safety of pressure vessels - structural integrity point of view." Chemical Industry 70, no. 6 (2016): 685–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.2298/hemind150423005s.
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This paper presents different aspects of pressure vessel safety in the scope of industrial safety, focused to the chemical industry. Quality assurance, including application of PED97/23 has been analysed first, followed shortly by the risk assessment and in details by the structural integrity approach, which has been illustrated with three case studies. One important conclusion, following such an approach, is that so-called water proof testing can actually jeopardize integrity of a pressure vessel instead of proving it.
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Ahmad, Norashikin, Sity Daud, and Anis Yusal Yusoff. "Keberkesanan Latihan Asas Kepolisan Kadet Inspektor Terhadap Amalan Integriti dalam Kalangan Pegawai Kanan Polis." Kajian Malaysia 39, no. 2 (October 29, 2021): 233–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.21315/km2021.39.2.10.
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This study is an assessment of the effectiveness of the Inspector Cadet Police Basic Training Programme on the practice of integrity as a result of the implementation of the Royal Malaysian Police (RMP) Integrity Plan. The training programme is aimed at creating senior police officers who practice good governance iorder to improve the quality of service delivery and management as well as to create an excellent image of RMP. The RMP’s commitment to upholding integrity has been proven by management improvements through the implementation of some initiatives such as the establishment of the Department of Integrity andStandard Compliance and the implementation of the RMP Integrity Plan, and the implementation of the Enforcement Agency Integrity Module in the RMP training module. This descriptive study uses a qualitative approach based on a structured design of a case study. Primary data were obtained through a semistructured interview method with eight informants selected through purposive sampling techniques and supported by secondary data through document analysis and library research. The findings show that the training module has been a dominant influence and the main catalyst for the practice of integrity, apart from workplace environment and family as new findings. The study concludes that the implementation of the integrity learning module in the Police Basic Training Programme has provided the knowledge and skills towards the inculcation of integrity but somehow officers can still be influenced by work environment and family factors.
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Baharudin, Dini Farhana, Marina Munira Abdul Mutalib, Hafizhah Suzana Hussin, and Akmal Azri Mohd Haris. "AN EXPLORATORY STUDY ON MUSLIM COUNSELOR EDUCATORS’ PERCEPTIONS OF STUDENT PLAGIARISM." ‘Abqari Journal 13, no. 1 (January 18, 2019): 19–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.33102/abqari.vol13no1.53.
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With the advent of recent technology especially the Internet, there is a challenge in maintaining academic integrity among students. One of the most common issue is plagiarism. Previous studies have considered plagiarism from the perspective of teachers as well as students at school up until the university level. This study examined Muslim counselor educators’ perceptions of students’ plagiarism. Using a qualitative case study, a purposive sample of five counselor educators from a single university were interviewed. Data collected were analyzed using thematic approach. Findings show participants’ attitude and behavior towards students’ plagiarism, and strategies pursued to educate students to avoid plagiarism. Limitations of the study, implications, and recommendations are discussed.
Keywords: academic integrity, plagiarism, student, counselor educator, qualitative case study.
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Dengan perkembangan teknologi terkini khususnya Internet, terdapat cabaran memastikan integriti akademik yang tinggi wujud dalam kalangan pelajar. Salah satu isu yang sering berlaku adalah plagiarisme. Kajian lepas telah melihat tentang isu plagiarisme ini daripada perspektif guru dan pelajar di peringkat sekolah sehingga pengajian tinggi. Walau bagaimanapun, kajian ini mengkaji persepsi pendidik kaunselor Islam tentang plagiarisme pelajar. Menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif kajian kes, sampel bermatlamat dalam kalangan lima pendidik kaunselor daripada sebuah universiti awam ditemubual. Data dianalisis menggunakan analisis tematik. Dapatan melaporkan sikap dan tingkahlaku peserta terhadap isu plagiarisme pelajar serta strategi yang digunapakai untuk membantu pelajar mengelakkan plagiarisme. Batasan kajian serta implikasi dan cadangan kajian dibincangkan.
Kata kunci: integriti akademik, plagiarisme, pelajar, pendidik kaunselor, kajian kes kualitatif.
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Bonini, José Eduardo, Bianca Carvalho Vieira, Antonio Carlos de Barros Corrêa, and Mauro Soldati. "Landslides and Cultural Heritage—A Review." Heritage 6, no. 10 (October 7, 2023): 6648–68. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/heritage6100348.
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Cultural heritage sites can be affected by landslides, often causing damage to their integrity, value, and accessibility. Several studies worldwide were focused on the assessment of the potential threats that landslides can pose to the preservation of cultural heritage sites. This article aims to review landslide studies at cultural heritage sites worldwide, analyzing the publications’ temporal distribution, selected methods, geographical and climate contexts, and investigated landslide types. We analyzed a database of 331 publications from 2000 to 2023 in study areas distributed across 47 countries, compiled through systematic queries of the Web of Science and Scopus catalogs. The results show an increase in the number of publications from 2012 onwards, with most studies performing landslide susceptibility analyses on cultural heritage sites. The majority of the studies deployed a geomorphological approach address slope instability mechanisms that threaten site integrity, with a significant number of publications presenting model-based, multidisciplinary and engineering geological approaches. Europe, North America, and Asia and the Pacific concentrate the majority of studies, with Italy and China having the highest number of case studies. The threats to cultural heritage sites located in Latin America and the Caribbean, and Africa are the least studied. Block slides, earth slides, and rock falls are the most studied processes, with fewer studies dealing with other landslide types.
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Hou, Lei, Peibin Gong, Hai Sun, Lei Zhang, Jianhua Ren, and Yiyan Cheng. "Emergency Pump-Rate Regulation to Mitigate Water-Hammer Effect—An Integrated Data-Driven Strategy and Case Studies." Energies 17, no. 5 (February 29, 2024): 1157. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/en17051157.
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Pump-rate regulation is frequently used during hydraulic fracturing operations in order to maintain the pressure within a safe range. An emergency pump-rate reduction or pump shutdown is usually applied under the condition of sand screen-out when advancing hydraulic fractures are blocked by injected proppant and develop wellhead overpressure. The drastic regulation of the pump rate induces water-hammer effects—hydraulic shocks—on the wellbore due to the impulsive pressure. This wellbore shock damages the well integrity and then increases the risk of material leakage into water resources or the atmosphere, depending on the magnitude of the impulsive pressure. Therefore, appropriate emergency pump-rate regulation can both secure the fracturing operation and enhance well-completion integrity for environmental requirements—a rare mutual benefit to both sides of the argument. Previous studies have revealed the tube vibration, severe stress concentration, and sand production induced by water-hammer effects in high-pressure wells during oil/gas production. However, the water-hammer effect, the induced impulsive pressures, and the mitigation measures are rarely reported for hydraulic fracturing injections. In this study, we present a data-driven workflow integrating real-time monitoring and regulation strategies, which is applied in four field cases under the emergency operation condition (screen-out or near screen-out). A stepwise pump-rate regulation strategy was deployed in the first three cases. The corresponding maximum impulsive pressure fell in the range of 3.7~7.4 MPa. Furthermore, a sand screen-out case, using a more radical regulation strategy, induced an impulsive pressure 2 or 3 times higher (~14.7 MPa) than the other three cases. Compared with the traditional method of sharp pump-rate regulation in fields, stepwise pump-rate regulation is recommended to constrain the water-hammer effect based on the evolution of impulsive pressures, which can be an essential operational strategy to secure hydraulic fracturing and well integrity, especially for fracturing geologically unstable formations (for instance, formations near faults).
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James, Toby S., Holly Ann Garnett, Leontine Loeber, and Carolien van Ham. "Electoral management and the organisational determinants of electoral integrity: Introduction." International Political Science Review 40, no. 3 (June 2019): 295–312. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0192512119828206.
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Achieving the ideals of electoral democracy depends on well-run elections. Persistent problems of electoral integrity in transitional and established democracies have prompted a burgeoning literature seeking to explain the determinants of electoral integrity around the world. However, the study of the organisations responsible for managing the electoral process has been limited to isolated national case studies. This article opens up an interdisciplinary and international research agenda on the global study of the organisational determinants of electoral integrity. It defines the concept of electoral management and provides a framework to understand how electoral management body (EMB) institutional design, EMB performance and electoral integrity are related. Findings from new data derived from cross-national surveys of EMBs are described, providing new insights into how elections are managed worldwide.
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Liu, Da Hai, Xiao Ying Chen, Ye Chen, Zhi Wei Zhang, and Sheng Li. "Marine Functional Zoning Methods Based on the Three-Dimensional Subsystems - Case of Dongying Coastal Area." Advanced Materials Research 616-618 (December 2012): 1260–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amr.616-618.1260.
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This paper is based on marine functional zoning and sustainable development theories; and it takes into consideration of the land-and-sea integrity strategy. Through index selection and model construction on the studies of regional marine resources and environment carrying capacity, the development density, and the development potential, the paper establishes a scientific evaluation system, and divides the studied coastal area into three function zones: optimized development zone, key development zone and restricted development zone. The paper takes four coastal regions/counties in Dongying as examples.
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Kazantseva, Dina, Elena Tkach, and Irina Sokolovskaya. "Moral values and environmental responsibility for future generations: case study of Russia." E3S Web of Conferences 258 (2021): 07028. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202125807028.
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Annotation. Spiritual and moral values and motives are historically the basis of the mental matrix of the Russian citizen, determining the development and acting as a psychological coping mechanism in a crisis. In the modern world, it is spiritual values and motives that are being transformed. Mental protection of a personality based on the integrity of primal archetypes of the collective unconscious, creating mental traits and identity is interrupted, which leads to destructive changes, specifically, deprivation, alienation, deviance. In this regard, the purpose of the article is to identify the features of the transformation of spiritual and moral values of modern Russians. In the course of four sociological studies in 2007, 2009, 2010, 2019 in the regions of Russia, the values of schoolchildren (15-17 years), students (17-22 years), working youth (23-29 years) were studied. The research was based on personal, activity oriented, systemic and subjective approaches. It resulted in the consideration of the dynamics of personal values’ changes from 2007 to 2019, revealing the integrity of basic, spiritual, and moral values, which are fundamental for the personality formation of a Russian living in a particular historical and geographical environment.
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Penny, R. K., and M. A. Weber. "Integrity Assessments of Components in the Creep Range." Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power 113, no. 4 (October 1, 1991): 574–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1115/1.2906280.
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Robust methods for the predictions of deformations and lifetimes of components operating in the creep range are presented. The ingredients used for this are well-tried numerical techniques, combined with the concepts of continuum damage and so-called reference stresses. The methods described are derived in order to obtain the maximum benefit during the early stages of design where broad assessments of the influences of material choice, loadings, and geometry need to be made quickly and with economical use of computers. It is also intended that the same methods will be of value during operation if estimates of damage or if exercises in life extension are required. Results of the suggested method are amenable to tabular or graphic representation. To illustrate the use of these in parametric studies, three brief case studies are included. These involve a notched rod, a perforated plate, and a pipe for which lifetime estimates based upon failure criteria involving different degrees of conservatism are calculated. In addition, an illustration is given of the use of the charts presented in deciding inspection intervals and lifetime extensions. Finally, a brief excursion into the possibility for using the suggested methods for the mapping of designs within given regional constraints is given.
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Paul (Sr.), Stanley A. V., and Stanley A. V. Paul (Jr.). "Strategies, Tactics, and Techniques to Mitigate Against AI in Tertiary Education: Preserving Academic Integrity and Credibility." Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities 4, no. 3 (May 25, 2024): 133–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.55544/ijrah.4.3.26.
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The proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) in tertiary education poses significant challenges to academic integrity and credibility. This study explores effective strategies, tactics, and techniques to mitigate these risks. Through a comprehensive literature review, analysis of current practices, and case studies, the research offers actionable recommendations for educators and policymakers. The findings highlight the importance of a multifaceted approach, combining technological solutions, pedagogical reforms, and ethical guidelines to uphold the standards of academic integrity in the face of AI advancements.
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Wright, Andrew. "New Age Spirituality and the Integrity of Christian Education and Youth Ministry." Journal of Education and Christian Belief 4, no. 1 (March 2000): 9–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/205699710000400105.
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THE AGENDA OF Christian education and youth ministry has been dominated in recent years by a concern to relate the Gospel across cultural boundaries. Such a relational hermeneutic needs to be supplemented with a hermeneutic of resistance in situations in which the culture of those to whom the Gospel message is addressed is incompatible with the integrity of Christian faith. Contemporary dance culture is identified as just such a context. Its post-modern and new-age credentials may be traced back via romanticism to traditions of esoteric gnosticism fundamentally opposed to the Christian understanding of reality. This is especially the case in its rejection of meta-narrative, reliance on the immediacy of experiential sensibility, and failure to achieve an adequate anthropology of being-in-relationship. However, the possibility of a Christian hermeneutic of resistance is undermined by a failure of the church to hold fast to an adequate Christian stance in these areas.
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de Koning, Martijn, Birgit Meyer, Annelies Moors, and Peter Pels. "Guidelines for anthropological research: Data management, ethics, and integrity." Ethnography 20, no. 2 (April 24, 2019): 170–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1466138119843312.
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As anthropologists we are increasingly confronted with attempts – be it by employers, the media, or policy makers – to regulate our work in ways that are both epistemologically and ethically counterproductive and threaten our scientific integrity. This document is written out of concern about the problems that occur when protocols for data management, integrity, and ethics, developed for sciences that employ a positivistic, hypothesis-testing and replicable style of research, are applied to different scientific practices, such as social and cultural anthropology, that are more explorative, intersubjective and interpretative. In social and cultural anthropology, issues of scientific governance and its ethics are strongly case-specific. Still, concerns about the imposition of scientific protocols from other disciplines require anthropologists to develop some general guidelines for data management, integrity and ethics of anthropological research. Rather than fixed rules, these are broad principles to guide work and adapt it to specific cases.
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Duursma, Allard. "Mediating Solutions to Territorial Civil Wars in Africa: Norms, Interests, and Major Power Leverage." African Studies Review 62, no. 3 (October 26, 2018): 65–88. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/asr.2018.103.
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Abstract:This article draws on the concept of “identity interests” to explain why commitment to the territorial integrity norm in the context of African peace processes has persisted over such a long period of time, even as continental and international contexts have changed. One major implication of this commitment to the territorial integrity norm is that third parties involved in peacemaking in Africa have consistently refrained from promoting a negotiated settlement that might pave the way for independence; they have only pushed for a territorial revision in a few instances. The role of major powers has been crucial with regard to the few successful territorial changes in Africa since 1960. An overview of all outcomes of mediation in territorial intrastate conflicts in Africa—as well as seven case studies—support this argument.
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Huang, Hengfen. "Planning Interior and Exterior Spaces of a Modern Gymnasium: Case Study Yubei Stadium." Open House International 42, no. 3 (September 1, 2017): 55–60. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ohi-03-2017-b0012.
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With the trend of adaptive reuse of old buildings and the continuous development of the sports industry in China, transforming stadiums that are no longer suitable has become a pressing issue. Based on this, the basic problems of adaptive transformation of urban stadium were discussed, and the motivation and principles of stadium reconstruction were analyzed. From the sense of place context, the openness of the interface and the integrity and diversity of the environment space, the reconstruction of the exterior space of the stadium was planned. In the reconstruction of the interior space of the stadium, the use of the interior space of the stadium and the needs that should be satisfied were mainly planned. Taking Yubei stadium in Chongqing as an example, the analysis was carried out. The planning structure, functional requirements, transportation, environment, spatial integrity and diversity were studied, and the current development trend of the stadium was reflected from the planning of interior and exterior space of gymnasium. In conclusion, this study provides a theoretical basis for the adaptive transformation of the stadium, and it is of great significance.
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Farhan, Sabeeh, Venus Akef, Daniel Antón, Khalid Hashim, and Salah Zubaidi. "Factors influencing the transformation of Iraqi holy cities: the case of Al-Najaf." Przegląd Naukowy Inżynieria i Kształtowanie Środowiska 30, no. 2 (July 5, 2021): 365–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.22630/pniks.2021.30.2.31.
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The historic centre of the Iraqi city of Al-Najaf embraces a seasonal pilgrimage to its holy sites that forces unusual urban conditions. This paper examines the impact of development projects and studies on the heritage integrity of the public (religious). This paper, therefore, recommends raising public awareness to adopt design approaches to face the overflow of visitors and the loss of heritage identity
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Yuksel, Fethi Ahmet. "Archeogeophysical Studies in Archaeological Heritage Studies: the Case of Konya, Alaeddin Hill." Iasaýı ýnıversıtetіnіń habarshysy 126, no. 4 (December 15, 2022): 403–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.47526/2022-4/2664-0686.34.
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Konya Province, one of the provinces with the largest surface area in Turkey, is located in the Central Anatolia Region, between 37°52' north latitude and 32°30' east longitude. Alaeddin Hill is located in the city center of Konya. The hill surrounding which is a mound has been exposed to intense construction and traffic. This structure, which is not a natural hill and has survived from ancient times, forms the historical core of Konya. Alaeddin Hill Mound; It is an archaeological settlement that yields finds dating back to the Bronze Age (4500-2000 BC). The mound is the inner castle settlement of the Anatolian Seljuk State and is one of the important natural and archaeological sites today. The mound contains all the settlement levels from the past to the present, from the Bronze Age to the end of the Ottoman Period. Important findings were unearthed during the archaeological excavations carried out in 1941 on the Alaeddin Hill Mound. Alaeddin Hill Natural and Archaeological Site, Alaeddin Mosque, Yarım Kümbet (Half Cupola), 2nd Kılıçarslan Tomb and Mansion constitute the inner castle of Medieval Konya. During the Seljuk conquest, the province of Konya was a small city within the walls surrounding the present Alaeddin Hill Mound. The 2nd Kılıçarslan Mansion Rescue Excavation was carried out in 2010. As a result of the archaeological excavations, the wall surrounding the ruins of the Palace extending in the east-west direction was unearthed to the west of the mansion. During the archaeological excavations, it was determined that the 2nd Kılıçarslan Mansion was not an independent structure on its own. It forms a unity with the walls extending to the east and west of the Alaeddin Mansion and the walls that cut these walls vertically to the south. Therefore, it suggests that this building complex is the remains of the Seljuk Palace. According to new findings and information found during archaeological excavations, Alaeddin Hill was built during the reign of Alaeddin II. Archaeological and geophysical studies have begun to fully uncover the wall surrounding the ruins of the palace located to the east of the Kilicharslan pavilion, the condition of the western facade of the pavilion, so that one can see the continuation of the remains of the inner fortress wall that runs east in front of the pavilion, to explain the integrity of the pavilion and the Seljuk Palace. With the integrated interpretation of magnetic (M) and geoelectric (ERT) methods from archaeogeophysical studies, anomalies belonging to the inner city wall remains, giving regular geometric forms, were visualized in two and three dimensions.
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Diamantidis, Dimitris. "Implementation of Reliability-Based Criteria for Structural Integrity Assessment of Existing Structures." Key Engineering Materials 413-414 (June 2009): 203–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/kem.413-414.203.
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This contribution discusses the implementation of reliability-based criteria including target safety level, residual life time, economical constraints and inspected present condition of the structure in order to assess its structural integrity. Thereby global failure is emphasized and aspects such as structural robustness and progressive collapse are implemented. Recent requirements in standards are reviewed and practical recommendations are provided. Case studies regarding re-qualification of existing structures are briefly presented, especially with respect to the aforementioned aspects. The summarized studies deal with a) reanalysis of deteriorated platforms in the North Sea and in West Africa subjected to extreme environmental actions and b) reevaluation of subway structures in Central Europe after damage due to flooding. Conclusions and suggestions for the reassessment of existing structures are finally given.
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Agárdi, Anita, László Kovács, and Tamás Bányai. "Ontology Support for Vehicle Routing Problem." Applied Sciences 12, no. 23 (December 1, 2022): 12299. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/app122312299.
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This paper aims to present a generalized ontology model for the Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) and it gives some out-plant material handling case studies. The Vehicle Routing Problem is a logistics task where customers with a specific need for products are served within the least possible distance traveled by vehicles. The Vehicle Routing Problem has been highly investigated in operations research, computer science, transportation science, and mathematics. As our new approach shows, the VRP can be used to model in-plant and out-plant material handling and out-plant passenger transport. The Vehicle Routing Problem is a complex, multi-component heterogeneous environment, where consistent handling and integrity of components is a more difficult problem. In this alignment (integrity management, automation), our goal was to develop a unified semantic background framework. Our ontology describes the concepts and the relationships between concepts for the investigated domain. The paper presents the construction and application of ontology for a sample framework and presents test runs based on case studies. The paper shows that ontology can be built into the logic of software applications related to logistic problems. The last part of the article focuses on case studies for our ontology model from the field of tank, money, parcel, and perishable food transportation.
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Abolkasim, Entisar, and Manal Hasan. "Integrating ChatGPT in Education and Learning: A Case Study on Libyan Universities." Journal of Pure & Applied Sciences 23, no. 2 (July 20, 2024): 19–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.51984/jopas.v23i2.3082.
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Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in the process of learning and education has become one of the revolutionary technological advancements of this era. This study evaluates the potential for integrating ChatGPT into university-level learning and education in Libya. An online questionnaire was distributed to students and academic staff across Libyan universities, with statistical analysis conducted on over 1000 responses to identify patterns. Despite a high number of participants being unfamiliar with ChatGPT, there was strong motivation to learn and integrate it into their work and studies. Scientific research and study emerged as the primary applications of ChatGPT among lecturers and students, respectively, with mobile applications being the most common access point. The findings indicate widespread consent for integrating ChatGPT into the educational process of Libyan universities. However, concerns were raised about overreliance on AI technologies, potentially leading to laziness and compromising integrity and creativity, particularly among students. Given the inevitability and increasing use of such technologies, the study emphasizes the importance of establishing rules and regulations for the utilization and integration of AI-supported tools like ChatGPT.
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Leino-Kilpi, Helena, Tarja Nyrhinen, and Jouko Katajisto. "Patients’ Rights in Laboratory Examinations: do they realize?" Nursing Ethics 4, no. 6 (November 1997): 451–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/096973309700400602.
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This article discusses the rights of patients who are attending hospital for the most common laboratory examinations and who may also be taking part in research studies. A distinction is made between five kinds of rights to: protection of privacy, physical integrity, mental integrity, information and self-determination. The data were collected ( n = 204) by means of a structured questionnaire specifically developed for this study in the clinical chemistry, haematological, physiological and neurophysiological laboratories of one randomly selected university hospital in Finland. The analysis of the data was statistical. On the whole, patients’ rights were realized reasonably well. This was most particularly the case with protection of privacy, as well as with the rights of physical and mental integrity. The rights to information and self-determination were less well realized. There are various steps that health care professionals and organizations can take to make sure that patients can enjoy their full rights, by counselling the patient, by giving opportunities to plan the examinations in advance, and by arranging a sufficient number of small examination rooms.
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Mazumder, Md Samiul Alam, Md Ashiqur Rahman, and Devayan Chakraborty. "PATIENT CARE AND FINANCIAL INTEGRITY IN HEALTHCARE BILLING THROUGH ADVANCED FRAUD DETECTION SYSTEMS." ACADEMIC JOURNAL ON BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, INNOVATION & SUSTAINABILITY 4, no. 2 (June 14, 2024): 82–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.69593/ajbais.v4i2.74.
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Healthcare fraud poses a significant challenge, leading to substantial financial losses and compromising the quality of patient care. This study assesses the efficacy of advanced fraud detection systems, including data analytics, machine learning, predictive modeling, and natural language processing (NLP), in enhancing the detection and prevention of fraudulent activities in healthcare. By leveraging these technologies, healthcare organizations can process large volumes of complex data, adapt to evolving fraud patterns, and provide real-time monitoring. The findings indicate that data analytics effectively uncovers hidden patterns and anomalies, while machine learning and AI improve predictive accuracy by continuously learning from historical data. Predictive modeling enables proactive fraud prevention by forecasting potential fraud scenarios, and NLP extends detection capabilities to unstructured data such as clinical notes. The integration of these advanced technologies has resulted in significant financial savings and improved patient care, as demonstrated by case studies highlighting substantial reductions in fraudulent claims. The study concludes that adopting advanced fraud detection systems is essential for maintaining financial integrity and ensuring high-quality patient care in the evolving healthcare landscape.
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Mohanu, Dan. "The possibility and failure of reconstruction: two case studies of Văcărești and Cotroceni." CaieteARA. Arhitectură. Restaurare. Arheologie, no. 9 (2018): 175–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.47950/caieteara.2018.9.07.
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Accepted as part of the methodological structure of restoration, the reconstruction of the work of art, in its widest sense, from architecture to objects of mobile heritage, was legitimised either by the recovery of the memory of the destroyed heritage, or by the need of integrity of the image, with its many connotations. Also, the reconstruction has been assimilated, more or less abusively, with the act of fanciful reconstruction, of creative remaking or anastylosis. Stimulated today by the possibilities of endless, performant reconstitutions, by means of virtual space, reconstruction seems to get further and further away from one of the fundamental principles that governs the existence of heritage: the principle of authenticity understood as indestructible relationship between the image and the historicized matter in which it survived. This article analyses the dramatic destiny of the two monuments which were destroyed during the communist regime, the church of the Cotroceni Palace and the Văcărești monastic ensemble, in relation to the genesis of the concept of conservation-restoration of historical monuments in the Romanian space.
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Liong, Gouw Tjie. "Sonic Logging Vs PIT untuk Mendeteksi Integritas Pondasi Tiang." ComTech: Computer, Mathematics and Engineering Applications 2, no. 2 (December 1, 2011): 1031. http://dx.doi.org/10.21512/comtech.v2i2.2853.
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Non destructive testing on piles can be divided into two main categories. The first category is to find out the integrity of the piles, such as pile integrity testing (PIT) and sonic logging. The second category is to find out the pile capacity, such as dynamic load testing/pile driving analysis. Since the early 1990s, the application of the tests was brought into practice and gained its popularity in Indonesia. However, the basic theory behind the testing has not been widely disseminated. This study tries to elaborate the first category of the testing, i.e. the pile integrity testing and sonic logging. The basic theory, the advantages and disadvantages, the application, the limitation and the interpretation of those techniques shall be discussed. Comparison on case studies of those testing methods also shall be given.
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Beatrice Oyinkansola Adelakun, Ebere Ruth Onwubuariri, Gbenga Adeniyi Adeniran, and Afari Ntiakoh. "Enhancing fraud detection in accounting through AI: Techniques and case studies." Finance & Accounting Research Journal 6, no. 6 (June 15, 2024): 978–99. http://dx.doi.org/10.51594/farj.v6i6.1232.
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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into accounting has significantly transformed the landscape of fraud detection. Traditional methods, while effective to some extent, often struggle with the increasing complexity and volume of financial data. AI, with its advanced analytical capabilities, offers a promising solution to these challenges. This review provides an overview of the techniques used in AI-driven fraud detection in accounting and highlights case studies that demonstrate the practical applications and benefits of these technologies. AI techniques for fraud detection in accounting primarily involve machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), and data mining. Machine learning algorithms, such as supervised and unsupervised learning models, are employed to identify patterns and anomalies in financial data that could indicate fraudulent activity. Supervised learning involves training a model on a labelled dataset containing examples of both fraudulent and non-fraudulent transactions, enabling the model to learn the distinguishing features of fraud. Unsupervised learning, on the other hand, is used to detect anomalies without prior labeling, identifying outliers that deviate from the norm. Natural language processing (NLP) is utilized to analyze textual data, such as emails and financial documents, to uncover suspicious activities and hidden relationships. This is particularly useful in forensic accounting, where vast amounts of unstructured data must be examined for signs of fraud. Data mining techniques are also critical, enabling the extraction of useful information from large datasets and the identification of trends and patterns that may not be immediately apparent. Several case studies illustrate the effectiveness of AI in enhancing fraud detection in accounting. One notable example is the use of AI by major financial institutions to combat credit card fraud. By implementing ML algorithms, these institutions have significantly improved their ability to detect fraudulent transactions in real-time. The algorithms analyze transaction patterns and flag those that deviate from a customer's typical behavior, allowing for immediate investigation and action. Another case study involves a large multinational corporation that integrated NLP and data mining techniques into its internal audit processes. The company utilized AI to analyze thousands of financial documents and emails, uncovering a complex fraud scheme that had previously gone undetected. The AI system identified unusual communication patterns and financial discrepancies, leading to a comprehensive investigation and the eventual prosecution of the perpetrators. A further example is found in the public sector, where government agencies have employed AI to detect and prevent procurement fraud. By analyzing historical procurement data, AI systems can identify anomalies and potential red flags, such as unusually high bids or frequent contract awards to the same vendor. This proactive approach has enabled these agencies to save millions of dollars and improve the transparency and integrity of their procurement processes. The application of AI in fraud detection within accounting represents a significant advancement over traditional methods. Techniques such as machine learning, natural language processing, and data mining offer powerful tools for identifying and mitigating fraudulent activities. The case studies discussed highlight the practical benefits and successes achieved through AI-driven fraud detection, demonstrating its potential to enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of fraud prevention efforts. As the complexity and volume of financial transactions continue to grow, the role of AI in fraud detection will become increasingly vital. Continued advancements in AI technology, coupled with its integration into accounting practices, promise to further strengthen the fight against financial fraud, safeguarding the integrity of financial systems and promoting trust and confidence among stakeholders. Keywords: Fraud, Detection, Accounting, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies.
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Siroky, Allison K., John S. Carlson, and Aimee Kotrba. "Investigation of Integrated Behavior Therapy for Selective Mutism: A Replicated Single-Case Study Design." International Journal of Psychological Studies 9, no. 2 (April 6, 2017): 82. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/ijps.v9n2p82.
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Selective Mutism (SM) is a rare but potentially debilitating disorder characterized by a lack of speech in certain settings where speaking is expected. This study examined the effectiveness of a shortened version (12 sessions over 18 weeks) of Integrated Behavior Therapy for Selective Mutism (IBTSM; Bergman, 2013) in increasing speech and relieving anxiety for two four-year-old males with SM via a replicated single-case design. Treatment effectiveness, integrity, and acceptability were measured at baseline, throughout treatment, and at a three-month follow-up. Treatment integrity was excellent for both cases. SM severity ratings decreased from baseline to end-of-treatment, and again at follow-up, for each case. Verbal communication increased at end-of-treatment and follow-up, and significant decreases in social anxiety were seen across both cases by the three-month follow-up. Parents rated the shortened IBTSM as highly acceptable, effective, and efficient. Future studies should explore the effectiveness of varying lengths of IBTSM.
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Rinaldi, M., M. C. Facchini, S. Decesari, C. Carbone, E. Finessi, M. Mircea, S. Fuzzi, et al. "On the representativeness of coastal aerosol studies to open ocean studies: Mace Head – a case study." Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics 9, no. 24 (December 23, 2009): 9635–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.5194/acp-9-9635-2009.
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Abstract. A unique opportunity arose during the MAP project to compare open ocean aerosol measurements with those undertaken at the Mace Head Global Atmosphere Watch Station, a station used for decades for aerosol process research and long-term monitoring. The objective of the present study is to demonstrate that the key aerosol features and processes observed at Mace Head are characteristic of the open ocean, while acknowledging and allowing for spatial and temporal gradients. Measurements were conducted for a 5-week period at Mace Head and offshore, on the Research Vessel Celtic Explorer, in generally similar marine air masses, albeit not in connected-flow scenarios. The results of the study indicate, in terms of aerosol number size distribution, higher nucleation mode particle concentrations at Mace Head than offshore, pointing to a strong coastal source of new particles that is not representative of the open ocean. The Aitken mode exhibited a large degree of similarity, with no systematic differences between Mace Head and the open ocean, while the accumulation mode showed averagely 35% higher concentrations at Mace Head. The higher accumulation mode concentration can be attributed equally to cloud processing and to a coastal enhancement in concentration. Chemical analysis showed similar or even higher offshore concentrations for dominant species, such as nss-SO4-2, WSOC, WIOC and MSA. Sea salt concentration differences determined a 40% higher supermicron mass at Mace Head, although this difference can be attributed to a higher wind speed at Mace Head during the comparison period. Moreover, the relative chemical composition as a function of size illustrated remarkable similarity. While differences to varying degrees were observed between offshore and coastal measurements, no convincing evidence was found of local coastal effects, apart from nucleation mode aerosol, thus confirming the integrity of previously reported marine aerosol characterisation studies at Mace Head.
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Lee, Ai-Young. "The Role of MicroRNAs in Epidermal Barrier." International Journal of Molecular Sciences 21, no. 16 (August 12, 2020): 5781. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijms21165781.
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MicroRNAs (miRNAs), which mostly cause target gene silencing via transcriptional repression and degradation of target mRNAs, regulate a plethora of cellular activities, such as cell growth, differentiation, development, and apoptosis. In the case of skin keratinocytes, the role of miRNA in epidermal barrier integrity has been identified. Based on the impact of key genetic and environmental factors on the integrity and maintenance of skin barrier, the association of miRNAs within epidermal cell differentiation and proliferation, cell–cell adhesion, and skin lipids is reviewed. The critical role of miRNAs in the epidermal barrier extends the use of miRNAs for control of relevant skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis, ichthyoses, and psoriasis via miRNA-based technologies. Most of the relevant miRNAs have been associated with keratinocyte differentiation and proliferation. Few studies have investigated the association of miRNAs with structural proteins of corneocytes and cornified envelopes, cell–cell adhesion, and skin lipids. Further studies investigating the association between regulatory and structural components of epidermal barrier and miRNAs are needed to elucidate the role of miRNAs in epidermal barrier integrity and their clinical implications.