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Green Hydrogen In The Sci-Energy Nexus: A Review Of Renewable Pathways, Technologies, And Research Frontiers, Wan Nor Roslam Wan Isahak, Lina M. Shaker

AUIQ Conference Proceedings

Green Hydrogen has emerged as a pivotal vector in the global transition toward sustainable and low-carbon energy systems. This article provides a comprehensive review of Green Hydrogen within the framework of the science-energy (sci-energy) nexus, encompassing renewable production pathways, electrolysis technologies, system integration strategies, and emerging research frontiers. Solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass resources are examined as primary drivers of Green Hydrogen production, followed by a detailed analysis of alkaline water electrolysis (AWE), proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis, and solid oxide electrolysis cell (SOEC) technologies. The article further addresses integration challenges including hydrogen storage, power-to-hydrogen systems, grid balancing, and coupling …

Proactive Deep Q-Learning Approach For Anomaly Detection In Iot Idss, Hawraa A. Habeeb, Mehdi E. Manaa

Journal of Intelligent Informatics, Networking, and Cybersecurity

Breach rates and unparalleled vulnerabilities are a constant feature of the cyber landscape these days, and the increasing complexity of the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) nodes is to be expected. With these challenges, the conventional intrusion detection systems (IDS) are proven to be unable to deal with the extensive and varied data streams. Such systems can be fundamentally attributed to the classical nature of these systems, which are lacking in flexibility to analyze traffic in real-time and thus have no proactive capabilities of identifying patterns of unknown attacks. Considering these technical barriers, in this paper, an offensive-defensive system …

Greenovation As A Strategic Leverage For Sustainable Competitive Advantage, Amiya Kumar Mohapatra, Anil Kumar, Yiğit Kazançoğlu

Management Dynamics

Greenovation is the new currency of the global economy which focuses on ‘green and innovation’ that generates environmental benefits through reduced resource consumption, lower carbon emissions, and improved ecological performance aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Greenovation focuses on long-term value creation by integrating environmental externalities, resource circularity, and multi-stakeholder governance and accountability structures. Greenovation integrated with corporate strategies can provide greater strategic competitive advantages which is also termed as green competitive advantage. By systematically integrating product and process improvements through Greenovation, firms can attain competitive advantage for long-term value creation for both internal and external stakeholders. It is imperative …

Integrated Llm-Powered Framework For Real-Time Monitoring In Machining Using Smartphone And Ai Agent Orchestration, Mustafa H. Hadi, Hussam L. Alwan, Atiya Al-Zuheri, Sang-Heon Lee, Yousef Amer

Engineering and Technology Journal

Reliable tool condition monitoring is essential for maintaining machining quality, reducing production downtime, and preventing unexpected tool failures. Conventional tool condition monitoring systems can accurately detect tool wear but typically provide limited support for automated diagnosis and maintenance decision-making. To address this limitation, this paper proposes an economical AI agent-driven maintenance framework for milling operations that integrates smartphone-based vibration sensing, one-dimensional Convolutional Neural Networks (1D-CNNs), and Large Language Model (LLM)-powered AI agents. Vibration signals acquired using a smartphone-embedded accelerometer are preprocessed and analyzed using a 1D-CNN to classify tool conditions into fresh and worn states. The classification results are then …

Occurrence And Distribution Of Polychlorinated Naphthalenes In Consumer Products And Landfill Matrices: A First Assessment In South Africa, Vhodaho Nevondo, Raissa Okwuosa, Okechukwu Jonathan Okonkwo

Engineering and Technology Journal

Polychlorinated Naphthalenes (PCNs) are persistence organic pollutants (POPs) which have been used extensively and continue to be a source of environmental and human health issues in spite of the international ban on their production. This work represents the first report of PCNs in consumer goods, landfill leachate, and sediment samples in South Africa. In this study, a total of 24 consumer goods belonging to eight categories were analyzed along with landfill leachates and sediments from the Hatherly and Goudkoppies landfills, Gauteng Province, South Africa, for some selected PCN congeners by gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis. Quality assurance procedures and …

Investigation Of Plasma-Induced Surface Modification Of Pmma Using Nd:Yag Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy, Shaimaa S. Mahdi, Asmaa J. Kadhim, Zainab Salam Khaleefah

Engineering and Technology Journal

Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) plays an important role in many applications, including biomedical, industrial, and optical applications. Due to its surface properties, which are essential to its performance. The PMMA samples were exposed to a dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) air plasma with a duration time of 300 s. In this investigation, laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) in combination with Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) was used to study the surface properties of exposed to plasma samples. The laser pulses were set to (60, 80, and 100) mJ. The resulted spectra were recorded over a wide spectral range from 200 to 1100 nm. …

Bim-Safety Integration In The Nigerian Construction Industry Using The Unified Theory Of Acceptance And Use Of Technology (Utaut) Model, Ranti T. Adebiyi, Ganiyu Amuda-Yusuf, Olubola Babalola, Nurudeen A. Bello, Aminat D. Amuda, Kaosarat A. Olowookere

Engineering and Technology Journal

Health and Safety (H&S) challenges are a significant concern in the Nigerian construction industry, largely due to the lack of a reliable national accident database and the persistence of a fatalistic safety culture. Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a transformative digital framework that enables visual hazard identification and proactive risk simulation; however, its use in site safety management remains limited and inconsistent. This study investigates the behavioural, social, and structural determinants influencing the adoption of BIM-based H&S practices among construction professionals, utilising the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). A hypothetical multi-level design was used to model …

Token-Efficient Verification For Self-Improving Root-Cause-Analysis Agents, Necati Cehreli

Defensive Publications Series

Proposed herein is a system that chooses how much testing is needed for an improvement to an artificial intelligence (AI) root cause analysis (RCA) agent before the system trusts the improvement. Small, local changes can receive quick replay first, while broad or risky changes require a full rerun or multi-case batch testing. One result of the proposed approach is a safer and less costly self-improvement loop through which a system can spend additional testing effort when the change warrants such testing.

Macro-Scale Ultra-Vacuum Containment Vaults (Uvcv) And Detached Robotic Logistics Logs For The Absolute Elimination Of Interfacial Oxidative Degradation, Christopher L. Eckes

Defensive Publications Series

This specification formalizes the macroscopic architectural layout, atmospheric seal metrics, and automated robot-to-machine routing protocols required to establish an external environmental guardrail for high-throughput Elemental Transmutation Replicator (ETR) industrial nodes. Prior art (Paper 128) details the micro-scale electro-hydrodynamic lamination of edible protective polymer skins over hyper-accelerated macro-nutrient streams. However, mechanical nozzle failures or unexpected microfluidic backpressure cascades introduce an operational vulnerability: transient exposure to ambient atmospheric oxygen (O₂) and water vapor (H₂O) can cause instant material degradation and structural collapse during high-velocity extrusion passes.

This disclosure resolves this structural vulnerability by placing the entire replication assembly inside a sealed, structural …

Dynamic Harmonic Resampling And Ternary Fluid-Canvas Operating Networks For The Elimination Of Volumetric Washout In High-Throughput System Interfaces, Christopher L. Eckes

Defensive Publications Series

This specification establishes the software-hardware architecture, fluid-canvas compilers, and low-level dynamic phase-alignment algorithms required to eliminate the downstream Acoustic Wave-Saturating Washout bottleneck within the Phase 2 Macro-Texture Structure Matrix of the Elemental Transmutation Replicator (ETR) framework. Prior art (TDC #11772, Paper 126) breaks the thermal limits of Phase 1 Synthesis, yielding a continuous, hyper-accelerated volumetric stream of unorganized liquid protein and lipid emulsions. Under static acoustic conditions, this accelerated flow rate sweeps away stationary ultrasonic nodes, preventing successful macro-texture cross-linking and fiber folding.

This disclosure resolves this fluid-dynamic constraint by deploying a Distributed Ternary Fluid-Canvas Operating Network governed by Module …

System Architecture For Ai-Synchronized Phononic Suppression Matrices And Solitonic Disruption Of The Exothermic Bonding Barrier In Atomic Layer Deposition Cores, Christopher L. Eckes

Defensive Publications Series

This specification formalizes the architectural integration, hardware layouts, and predictive real-time control algorithms required to transition the Phase 1 Ultra-Vacuum Synthesis Bed of the Elemental Transmutation Replicator (ETR) framework (Prior Art: TDC #11772) from an assembly-throttled safety regime to a hyper-accelerated, continuous-flow manufacturing matrix. Prior art (CART-CE #12157) establishes that instantaneous molecular synthesis yields extreme, localized exothermic enthalpy spikes (ΔH°f) that overwhelm the passive thermal conductivity (κ) of Silicon Carbide (SiC) dampening hulls, triggering automated laser throttling and dropping system velocity to protect structural interfaces.

This disclosure resolves this structural material bottleneck by implementing an AI-Governed Active Phononic Dampening Field. …

Hybrid Graph-Neural Net And Resource Description Framework-Star (Rdf-Star) Semantic Signal Ranking With Sparse-Semantics Recovery And Provenance-Aware Output, Vladimir Mikhailov, Raja Soundaramourty

Defensive Publications Series

A ranking service receives sparse request input and ranks candidates using a hybrid graph-neural and semantic-evidence architecture. The service computes graph-derived relevance using a Graph Neural Network (GNN), retrieves Resource Description Framework-star (RDF-star) statement-level semantic-relationship evidence, and computes a semantic score from the retrieved evidence. When direct semantic evidence is unavailable, bounded runtime fallback uses attenuated one-hop neighbor evidence. The service blends the graph-derived relevance and semantic score to produce ranked results with score decomposition and provenance indicators. The architecture improves semantic-context coverage and explainability for sparse enterprise graphs while preserving baseline neural-ranking behavior.

Endpoint Encryption And Ai-Agent Access Control For Preventing Autonomous Agent Access To Sensitive Files While Preserving Human User Access, Hp Inc

Defensive Publications Series

This idea introduces a method and system for preventing generative AI tools, agentic AI processes, and autonomous software agents from accessing sensitive files on an endpoint device while still allowing authorized human users to access those files through controlled decryption mechanisms. The disclosure extends endpoint file tagging to classify files as Personal/Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Enterprise Confidential, Trusted, or Untrusted, and applies access enforcement at the point of file access. Sensitive files are protected using asymmetric encryption, with private keys held within a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), secure enclave, microvisor, hypervisor, or equivalent protected control plane. Human users can access …

Ai Driven Firmware Integrated Assistant For Dynamic Printer Features Education, Assistance And Recommendation, Hp Inc

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure presents an artificial intelligence-based system that leverages Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to contextually educate, assist, and recommend printer features to users. End-users of printing devices frequently underutilize available product features due to fragmented and inaccessible product information. Feature documentation is dispersed across datasheets, embedded help systems, and release notes, that are often verbose, overly technical, or not contextually surfaced at the point of need, resulting in low feature discoverability and suboptimal device utilization. This approach improves feature adoption, accelerates issue resolution, and enhances the overall user experience with the printing device.

Techniques For Handling Unstable Agents In Agent-Based Networks, Ashwini S Kulkarni, Sushmitha Vatsal, Priyanka Bansal, Vivek Kumar Singh, Ghulam Ghaus Arshi

Defensive Publications Series

Proposed herein are a system and techniques that facilitate stability-aware metadata synchronization in agent-based networks. The system includes a closed-loop adaptive stability orchestration layer that utilizes a time-sensitive exponential-decay mechanism and historical recovery telemetry to dynamically tune suppression and reuse thresholds, thereby reducing control-plane churn and cascading failures. Rather than relying on binary health checks, the system uses a time-weighted stability score to support granular, policy-driven agent lifecycle management.

The Everyday Monument: Architectural And Spatial Transformations Of Rome's Nasoni, 1874–Present, Sandra L. Santos

McNair Summer Research Program

Rome's nasoni are small public drinking fountains that have provided free water throughout the city since 1874. There are approximately 2,500–2,800 nasoni in Rome, actively supplying people with free drinking water. Although they are usually understood as ordinary and mundane hydraulic infrastructure, their persistence across different political periods makes them useful objects for examining the relationship between architecture, public service, and political meaning. This research asks how the forms, materials, and spatial contexts of late-nineteenth-century nasoni differed from fountains constructed or modified during the Fascist era.

Over my three weeks of fieldwork in Rome, I documented seventy-five public drinking fountains …

Standardizing Intimate Partner Violence Screening Among Latinx Patients In A Community Clinic Setting, Peyton O'Callaghan

Master's Projects and Capstones

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health concern that may go unrecognized when screening practices are inconsistent. Objective: To standardize IPV screening practices and improve staff confidence across the Adult Health, Women’s Health, and Teen/Pediatric clinics of a community health center serving a predominantly Latinx, monolingual Spanish-speaking, and underserved population. Aim: To increase the overall IPV screening rate by 10% during a three-week implementation period. Methods: The project team developed and implemented a standardized four-question printed screening tool, medical assistant scripts in English and Spanish, and a staff educational in-service. These interventions addressed low screening rates, limited staff …

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Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

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Face Mask Littering: Environmental Impacts, Regulatory Challenges, And Ai-Driven Waste Management Strategies For The Post-Pandemic Era, Pri̇yanka Rathee, Sari̇ta Khatkar, Renu Sehrawat, Pooja Rathee, Anurag Khatkar, Esra Küpeli̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The widespread use of polypropylene-based face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic created a significant and persistent source of plastic pollution. This review aims to provide an integrative assessment of the environmental, toxicological, and public health implications of face mask litter and evaluate current waste management challenges and emerging technological solutions in the postpandemic context. A narrative review approach was employed, synthesizing literature published between 2020 and 2025 and indexed in major scientific databases including Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed. Studies were selected based on their relevance to the issues of environmental contamination, microplastic generation, toxicological effects, regulatory frameworks, and …

C-Reactive Protein–Albumin–Lymphocyte (Cally) Index As A Novel Inflammatory Marker For Sarcopenia: Evidence From A Cross-Sectional Study ​, Yasemi̇n Polat Özer, Merve Güner, Serdar Ceylan, Engi̇n Çeşmeci̇, Cafer Balci, Burcu Balam Doğu, Meltem Gülhan Hali̇l, Mustafa Cankurtaran, Mert Eşme

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Sarcopenia is a geriatric syndrome characterized by progressive impairments in skeletal muscle mass and performance, with chronic low-grade systemic inflammation playing a pivotal role in its development. The C-reactive protein–albumin–lymphocyte (CALLY) index reflects inflammatory burden alongside immune and nutritional status; however, its association with sarcopenia in older populations has yet to be sufficiently elucidated. The present study investigates the relationship between CALLY index values and probable sarcopenia (PS) in a large cohort of geriatric outpatients.

Materials and methods: Included in this retrospective cross-sectional study were 2042 geriatric outpatients aged ≥65 years who were assessed between May 2022 and March …

Association Of Occupational Lead Exposure With Erythrocytic Parameters And Nitric Oxide–Related Metabolites: A Case-Control Study ​​, Meli̇h Gaffar Gözükara, Servet Bi̇rgi̇n İri̇taş, Deni̇z Özkan Vardar, Lütfi̇ye Tutkun, Özlem İri̇taş, Serdar Deni̇z, Vugar Ali̇ Türksoy, Engi̇n Tutkun

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Occupational lead (Pb) exposure remains a significant public health concern due to its persistent presence in industrial environments and its cumulative toxic effects. Although the hematological and neurological consequences of Pb exposure are well documented, early vascular effects and the mechanisms associated with potential endothelial impairment remain unclear. This study aimed to investigate the associations between Pb exposure, erythrocytic parameters, and nitric oxide (NO)–related metabolites (asymmetric dimethylarginine [ADMA], symmetric dimethylarginine [SDMA], arginine, homoarginine, and citrulline) to identify early biomarkers that may suggest impairment in NO-related pathways.

Materials and methods: This case-control study included a strictly selected cohort of 125 …

Histomorphological Changes In Human Septal Cartilage Stored In Different Preservation Solutions ​, Özlem Akkoca, Aki̇f Si̇nan Bi̇lgen, Harun Çoban, Fatma Aslan Yay, Zeynep Kaptan, Funda Balkiliç Akkaya, Rahmi̇ Kiliç, Sami̇ Engi̇n Muz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: To assess the histopathological effects of three preservation solutions (70% ethanol, povidone-iodine, and ciprofloxacin) on human septal cartilage obtained during septoplasty and to compare their preservation characteristics for potential future graft applications. Optimal preservation of septal cartilage is clinically important because well-preserved grafts may reduce the need for secondary cartilage harvesting and the associated donor-site morbidity while facilitating reconstructive procedures during revision surgery.

Materials and methods: A total of 90 septal cartilage specimens obtained from 30 patients undergoing septoplasty were allocated to three preservation groups and stored in the designated preservation solutions at +4 °C. Samples were examined histologically …

Genetic Diversity And Population Structure Of Carob Germplasm From Lebanon, Morocco, And Spain Reveal Potential For Innovative Breeding Programs, Mohamad Ali El Chami, Guillermo Palacios-Rodriguez, Rafael Maria Navarro-Cerrillo, Lamis Chalak, Maria Dolores-Rey

Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

The carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua L.) is a drought-tolerant species native to the Mediterranean Basin. It has been cultivated for centuries for its highly nutritious, edible pods. Genetic diversity is one of the key requirements for the effective management and utilization of plant genetic resources. In this study, we evaluated the genetic diversity and population structure of 169 seminatural carob individuals from Lebanon, Spain, and Morocco using nine expressed sequence tag-simple sequence repeat (EST-SSR) markers. A total of eight polymorphic EST-SSR loci produced 43 alleles, with Cesi_187 and Cesi_1187 identified as the most informative markers. Results of AMOVA and SAMOVA …

Genetic Algorithm For Agricultural Logistics Optimization: Solving The Capacitated Vehicle Routing Problem In Rural Distribution, Min Song, Kan Lu

Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

With the rapid advancement of agricultural modernization and the increasing demand for agricultural products, inefficient logistics distribution has become a major bottleneck in rural supply chains. This study addresses the capacitated vehicle routing problem (CVRP) in agricultural logistics. A genetic algorithm (GA)-based optimization model was proposed to enhance distribution efficiency. The model integrates critical agricultural characteristics, including multidistribution center networks, seasonal delivery schedules, and regional road infrastructure constraints, to minimize both transportation distance and operational costs. Experimental results show that the GA outperforms traditional metaheuristic methods (e.g., particle swarm optimization and simulated annealing), achieving a >5 km reduction in total …

Sensitivity Study Regarding Abs Formulation On Hybrid Rocket Performance, Ava T. Wilkey, Ryan J. Thibaudeau, Stephen A. Whitmore

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Student Publications and Presentations

Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) has emerged as a widely adopted solid fuel for hybrid rocket propulsion due to its compatibility with fused deposition modeling and favorable regression characteristics. As a terpolymer, however, ABS monomer mass fractions vary across commercial sources, introducing thermochemical variability that is rarely accounted for in propulsion modeling. This study presents a sensitivity analysis examining how compositional variability among ten commercially available ABS feedstock propagates into hybrid rocket performance predictions. Each source was characterized using bomb calorimetry and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy to derive source-specific constituent mass fractions and enthalpies of formation, which were supplied to NASA’s Chemical …

Dual-Polymer Concrete With Recycled Pet And Hdpe Aggregates: Mechanical And Durability Performance Assessment, Omar Abd El Mageed Hammouda

Theses and Dissertations

This study investigates the fresh, mechanical, durability, thermal, performance as well as preliminary financial aspects of dual-polymer concrete incorporating recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) as a partial replacement for fine aggregate and recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) as a partial replacement for coarse aggregate, with silica fume as a supplementary cementitious material held constant at 10% by weight of cement. The study responds to the convergence of two pressing challenges in the Egyptian context: the scale of plastic waste mismanagement, which results in widespread informal open burning and environmental contamination, and the high operational energy demand of residential buildings in Egypt's hot …

Robust Soil Moisture Content Detection Based On Data Augmentation Under Different Testing Conditions, Yang Li, Chenghao Liu, Jing Nie, Jingbin Li

Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry

Accurate and cost-effective monitoring of soil moisture content is essential for the development of precision agriculture and the optimization of water resource management. While low-frequency acoustic signals are used to detect soil moisture content, models trained with controlled laboratory acoustic data often exhibit significant performance degradation with field data due to their sensitivity to environmental noise, soil heterogeneity, and structural variations. This study proposes a novel framework to enhance model robustness and generalization by integrating a WGAN-GP network data augmentation strategy into the soil moisture content workflow. This framework is designed to generate high-quality and diverse data on different soil …

Completion Outcomes And Predictive Characteristics In Mandated Inpatient Substance Use Treatment, Tina Marie Moyer

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Treatment retention, specifically as it pertains to offenders who are mandated to receive substance use treatment rather than serve standard incarceration sentences, is receiving more scholarly attention. Although prior research indicates an association between substance use treatment and reduced criminal behavior, many studies have methodological limitations. The purpose of this quantitative non-experimental, comparative study was to compare treatment completion outcomes for mandated and non-mandated offenders and to examine individual predictors of treatment completion, thereby addressing gaps in the current research. Secondary data from adult offenders receiving treatment at an inpatient substance use rehabilitation facility were analyzed. The risk-needs-responsivity model was …

Readability Of Dermatology Patient Education Materials: A Comparative Analysis Of Turkish Dermatology Association Brochures And Texts Generated By Chatgpt And Gemini ​, Ahmet Kağan Özdemi̇r, Bengü Reyhan Botsali Özdemi̇r, Akin Aktaş

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: In modern healthcare, patient education materials (PEMs) are essential for bridging the gap between clinical knowledge and patient understanding. However, in Türkiye, where 64.6% of the adult population possesses inadequate or problematic health literacy, traditional medical brochures often exceed recommended reading levels. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the readability of Turkish dermatology PEMs prepared by the Turkish Dermatology Association (TDA) with those generated by artificial intelligence (AI) models.

Materials and methods: A total of 68 TDA PEMs were analyzed. Readability was assessed using the Ateşman Readability Index. Responses were generated by AI models to questions extracted from …

Can Hydrolyzed Silk Fibroin Derived From Bombyx Hatayensis And Ozonized Gel Modulate Inflammatory And Angiogenic Responses In A Corneal Alkali Burn Model? ​​, Şule Barman Kaki̇l, Hamdullah Suphi̇ Bayraktar, Okan Soylu, İshak Gökçek, Meryem İlkay Karagül, Zehra Demi̇ray Asoğlu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The therapeutic effects of hydrolyzed silk fibroin derived from Bombyx hatayensis and a commercially available ozonized gel, administered individually and in combination, were evaluated in a rat model of corneal alkali burn.

Materials and methods: A standardized corneal alkali burn was induced in the right eyes of Wistar albino rats using 1 N sodium hydroxide (NaOH). Animals were randomly assigned to six groups: negative control, positive control (PC), hydrolyzed silk fibroin (SF), ozonized gel (O), combined treatment (SF + O), and antibiotic treatment. Topical treatments were administered for 21 consecutive days. Clinical evaluation included assessments of corneal opacity, neovascularization, …