National Demand Research Articles

Short-term load forecasting method based on secondary decomposition and improved hierarchical clustering

In the context of large-scale grid connection of new energy, short-term load forecasting is a vital and challenging task for power system to balance supply and demand. To effectively improve the forecasting accuracy, a new load forecasting method is proposed aiming to mine the characteristics of load data and study the application of artificial intelligence algorithms. In this paper, the seasonal and trend decomposition using loess (STL) method is firstly applied to decompose the load data into the trend, seasonal and residual components and the residual component with the highest complexity is further decomposed by the complete ensemble empirical mode decomposition with adaptive noise (CEEMDAN) approach. Secondly, in order to reduce the number of components, the improved hierarchical clustering technique is proposed to cluster all intrinsic mode functions (IMFs) obtained by CEEMDAN into high-frequency and low-frequency components. Then, different network models are trained to get the prediction results for different components, and the total load prediction value is achieved by stacking all of them. Finally, the national demand dataset of Great Britain in 2021–2022 is used to conduct the ablation and comparative experiments. The mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) and the root mean square error (RMSE) of the proposed method are 2.064% and 724.01 MW, respectively, which verified the effectiveness and advancement of the proposed method.

Adult education ecosystem: Terminological field and interdisciplinary thesaurus modelling

Introduction. The relevance of the study is provoked by the rapid expansion of the educational environment, the emergence of new actors and educational service providers, which indicate changes in the institutional landscape of adult education and the development of educational ecosystems. Both in the world and in Russia, there is a growing demand for bridging the qualification gap and retraining a significant part of adults. Therefore, a comprehensive study of continuing adult education, including formal and informal education, that is inseparable from the demands of the platform economy, is becoming extremely important. There is a tendency to transform the idea of an educational ecosystem for lifelong adult learning into a well-thought-out educational policy. However, the problem is that the scientific and methodological substantiation of the ecosystem approach and the subsequent development of managerial work to develop the quality of human capital education are impossible without a unified terminological language of description.Aim. The article is aimed at theoretical substantiation of the terminological field and interdisciplinary thesaurus modelling of the adult education ecosystem.Methodology and research methods. The methodological basis is framed by evolutionary, systematic and interdisciplinary approaches to analyse adult education with regard to complex socio-economic and digital transformations. Using theoretical methods, such as critical, conceptual, comparative, thematic content analysis of Russian and foreign publications, the authors described the categorical field of the problem under investigation.Results. The authors have found that the conceptual and terminological field of the adult education ecosystem is shaped at the intersection of four disciplinary areas (ecology, economy, education, digital technologies). Based on the results, the authors identified the concepts and categories that reveal the processes in adult education; and proposed the idea of an interdisciplinary thesaurus and its conceptual model. Using the developed thesaurus, the authors gave a theoretical explanation for new phenomena and processes in adult education, carried out comparative analysis of the ecosystem with the traditional system of adult education. The authors define the adult education ecosystem as an open multidimensional self-regulating educational environment, where different types of education (formal, informal, corporate training) integrate via modern digital tools, providing symbiosis and co-evolution of participants, new patterns of links aimed at making a valuable offer for learners.Scientific novelty. For the first time, the idea and model of the interdisciplinary thesaurus have been proposed to describe transformation processes in adult education; the concept of “adult education ecosystem” has been revealed; the peculiarities of the adult education ecosystem in comparison with the traditional education system have been identified. The adult education ecosystem is explained as a theoretical construct, a socio-economic phenomenon and a management paradigm.Practical significance. The proposed thesaurus provides a unified description language that is in demand in pedagogical, managerial and scientific discourses. This is of particular importance for practitioners, designers of educational programmes, methodologists, managers, providers of various educational forms in the context of reforming the national adult education system, synchronising supply and demand in the labour market, developing tools for regulation and support of lifelong learning.

Design of Government Organs to Achieve Regulatory Reform in Indonesia: Learning from Malaysia and Vietnam

In an attempt to reform regulation in Indonesia, this study looks at best practice designs that have been adopted in Malaysia and Vietnam in order to determine the optimum government organ in the field of law. Indonesia ought to take a cue from the successful regulatory reform initiatives in Malaysia and Vietnam and establish dedicated agencies that have enhanced the calibre of legislation and regulations. This essay uses a normative legal approach that is descriptive as well as prescriptive. The talk explains how government bodies that deal with a variety of laws are designed to meet the specific demands of the several nations that make up the group. Vietnam adopts the institution's design, which is the assembly in the field of laws and regulations, which holds the position of the highest representative organ, while Malaysia adopts the design of a particular institution with the primary function of guaranteeing the entire process of forming laws and regulations that apply centrally. As per Law Number 15 of 2019 regarding Amendments to Law Number 12 of 2011 regarding the Establishment of Legislation, Indonesia is recommended to establish ministries or institutions whose specific design and existence must be determined as close to the center of government as possible.

Hydrogen in Mexico: A technical and economic feasibility perspective for the transition to a hydrogen economy

Global warming, driven largely by CO2 emissions, poses a significant global challenge with health implications. Mexico's energy landscape heavily relies on fossil fuels, accounting for over 75% of consumption and substantial carbon emissions. Additionally, the national energy demand exceeds current production. This article evaluates the potential need to adopt a hydrogen economy in Mexico, its feasibility, and recommended implementation strategies. The research clarifies the concept of a hydrogen economy and explores its pros and cons in the context of Mexico's energy scenario and global comparisons, advocating for an energy shift. Feasibility is examined within economic, ecological, and social frameworks, weighing advantages and drawbacks. The article suggests green hydrogen production approaches, considering both cost-effectiveness and environmental impact. Implementation challenges are recognized, yet the benefits, as expounded herein, make the transition worthwhile.

What graduates want in teacher education

ABSTRACT To understand what to improve in initial teacher education to better prepare teachers for their profession, we asked alumni (N = 93) from three Swedish initial teacher education programs, what in their education they thought had benefited them the most in preparing them for a teaching career, and what they thought was lacking given their professional needs. Questionnaire responses yielded seven categories: leadership, practicum, didactics, teaching methods, assessment, and personal development. Our results show that the practicum is seen as very valuable and that alumni wish they had been taught more about leadership in the classroom, and teaching methods. On the other hand, there is little evidence that the alumni value the theoretical parts of their programs, including scientific inquiry, in contrast to what research says is essential and what national regulations demand. Differences in replies between the three programs are also discussed and related to the features of the programs.

Diversity Analysis of 53 Soybean Accessions Introduced from China Based on Morphological Characteristics and SSR Markers

Indonesia still faces challenges in meeting its national soybean demand. Genetic diversity can provide new resources to improve soybean production and quality. Genetic diversity of 53 soybean accessions introduced from China, based on morphological characteristics and 17 SSR markers, was analyzed in this study. Principal component analysis (PCA) conducted on morphological characters produced a total diversity value of 64.67% and identified four main components. Based on phylogenetic analysis and principal coordinate analysis (PCoA) two accessions showed low genetic similarity of 78% (China cult-55 and Mi yang niu mao huang), which indicated that they could be selected as parents for plant breeding programs. In addition, 772 SSR alleles at an average of 45 alleles per locus were detected. The average heterozygosity was 0.83, and the average polymorphic information content (PIC) value was 0.96. All SSR markers showed a PIC value > 0.8, indicating their informativeness in analyzing genetic diversity of soybean. The phylogenetic analysis indicated a genetic similarity of 82% and the accessions were grouped into two main clusters. The phylogenetic analysis depicted that several accessions could be grouped based on the growth type and origin. The results of morphological characterization and molecular markers in the analysis of genetic diversity are beneficial for selecting parental crosses when developing new varieties.

A quantitative analysis of publication trends in Iranian medical ethics and a comparison with EMRO countries.

Evaluating publication trends in a research area helps assess organised scientific efforts in the particular academic field. This study aims to evaluate and compare trends in medical ethics publications in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMRO) countries. A scoping review was conducted to identify publication trends of Iranian and EMRO medical ethicists. Databases were searched, including Web of Sciences, Scopus, and PubMed for English language articles, which were published by countries in the World Health Organization EMRO regions. Iranian articles were searched in Persian and English language databases. The search strategy for the bioethics filter created by the Kennedy Institute of Ethics. Duplicate entries, tertiary publications and grey literature were excluded. All retrieved articles were categorised into ten main groups. Citavi software® was used for categorising and extracting articles' information. A total of 1835 English and Persian articles were obtained. Most (1211, 66%) Iranian publications in medical ethics were in Persian, and the rest (624, 34%) were in English. Most (306, 64.42%) of the published English articles in the EMRO region were authored by Iranian scholars, followed by those from Saudi Arabia (52, 10.95%), Oman (40, 8.42%), Pakistan (28, 5.89%), Lebanon (13, 2.74%), and Egypt (12, 2.53%). The results of this study show that the trend of publication of EMRO countries, especially Iranian publications, is insufficient to respond to national demands in medical ethics. A concept map has been presented to determine research needs in medical ethics. Focusing on national and regional research potentials could synergistically affect medical ethics progress in the EMRO region.

Feasibility Analysis of Namicalung Village to Become Majalaya's Legendary Sarong Weaving Tourism Village

Woven textiles, a vital aspect of Indonesia's cultural heritage, greatly influence the Nusantara archipelago's identity. Majalaya in West Java, known as the "Dollar City," has been a flourishing center for weaving since 1920, notably contributing to the production of woven sarongs, meeting 47% of national demand. In this textile-rich region, Namicalung Village has earned its place in history as a center for sarong weaving, notably recognized for its "poleng" motif. Namicalung's residents aspire to establish the village as a legendary sarong-weaving tourist destination in Majalaya, complying with Provincial Regulation Number 7 of 2020. In pursuing this development, Namicalung must meet specific standards regarding accessibility, amenities, attractions, and institutionalization. A "tourism village" blends attractions, accommodations, and supporting facilities, respecting local traditions and practices. This study aims to conduct a comprehensive feasibility analysis to provide practical guidance for Namicalung's development as a sarong-weaving tourism destination. The research methodology employs an analytical approach to assess various aspects, including tourism potential, infrastructure, economic impacts, and visitor experiences. The outcomes of this research hold significant value in evaluating the overall feasibility of transforming Namicalung Village into a Sarong Weaving Tourism Destination in Majalaya that can assist the local community and stakeholders in taking relevant steps toward the development of an attractive and sustainable tourism destination.

Permodelan Perkuatan Stabilitas Lereng Menggunakan Analisis Kesetimbangan Batas Dan Metode Elemen Hingga (Studi Kasus : Desain Dinding Penahan Tanah Gitet 275 Kv Substation Betung).

The increasing national energy demand is influencing the presence of existing power plants. South Sumatra is a region contributing to the national energy supply, leading to the expansion of facilities to generate electricity. Consequently, a new transmission line will be constructed at the 275 KV Betung Station in South Sumatra. With the need to enhance distribution capacity by adding new transmission lines, there is a requirement to expand the area of the Gitet, which was previously 183x98 m2, to 138.55 x 152.68 m2. This study aims to analyze the stability of the embankment, estimated to have an initial height of 8.5 meters. Additionally, plans will be made for constructing retaining walls to expand the Gitet Substation Betung area. Slope Stability Analysis will be conducted using limit equilibrium and finite element methods. The limit equilibrium analysis will employ the Fellenius method, while the Finite Element Method will use Plaxis software. From the analysis results, it's determined that a Retaining Wall (RW) is needed to stabilize the embankment. The design for slope stability involves a 6 meter high counterfort Retaining Wall equipped with Bored Piles having a diameter of 60 cm and a length of 22 meters for every 2.15 meters along the RW alignment.

Techno-economics and environmental sustainability of agricultural biomass-based energy potential

This paper explores the viability of utilizing agricultural biomass-based energy potential, employing mathematical, engineering, and economic modeling techniques. Moreover, the potential of a biogas-based co-digestion (CD) system, integrating its techno-economic performance and environmental sustainability in terms of electricity generation, has also been studied. In this investigation, the categorization of 25 different plant species into two groups: arable field crops (AFCs) and horticultural plants (HPs), was performed. Data was collected during the 2021‐–2022 cropping season in Bangladesh from various sources, including literature reviews, governmental, and non-governmental organizations. The findings revealed that the available agricultural biomass residues, totaling 1,02,585.75 KT, have the capacity to generate 1,33,815 million m3/year of biogas. This energy potential corresponds to 291,125.85 TJ/year or 9231.60 MW of electricity, which can fulfill 88% of the national total energy demand. In terms of levelized cost, the proposed approach is more competitive and shows a greater promise compared to other technologies. Furthermore, it demonstrates environmental friendliness by reducing CO2 emissions by 156 tons at a cost of $7/ton while earning $1092 annually from the potential carbon-credit market. This approach presents a potential solution to address Bangladesh's energy crisis. The payback period of the system ranged from 2.93 to 3.75 years, with and without the inclusion of a slurry, respectively. The recommended methods hold significant promise for meeting national energy demands. A case study was provided as a proof-of-concept (PoC) to validate the approach. This study is the first of its kind, providing valuable insights into the renewable energy potential in Bangladesh. The results will assist policymakers in formulating sustainable energy policies.

Unveiling the Spatial Distribution of Heat Demand in North-West-Europe Compiled with National Heat Consumption Data

Space and water heating for residential and commercial buildings amount to a third of the European Union’s total final energy consumption. Approximately 75% of the primary energy is still produced by burning fossil fuels, leading to high greenhouse gas emissions in the heating sector. Therefore, policymakers increasingly strive to trigger investments in sustainable and low-emission heating systems. This study forms part of the “Roll-out of Deep Geothermal Energy in North-West-Europe”-project and aims at quantifying the spatial heat demand distribution in the Interreg North-West-Europe region. An open-source geographic information system and selected Python packages for advanced geospatial processing, analysis, and visualization are utilized to constrain the maps. These were combined, streamlined, and optimized within the open-source Python package PyHeatDemand. Based on national and regional heat demand input data, three maps are developed to better constrain heat demand at a high spatial resolution of 100 m × 100 m (=1 ha) for the residential and commercial sectors, and for both together (in total). The developed methodology can not only be applied to transnational heat demand mapping but also on various scales ranging from city district level to states and countries. In addition, the workflow is highly flexible working with raster data, vector data, and tabular data. The results reveal a total heat demand of the Interreg North-West-Europe region of around 1700 TWh. The spatial distribution of the heat demand follows specific patterns, where heat demand peaks are usually in metropolitan regions like for the city of Paris (1400 MWh/ha), the city of Brussels (1300 MWh/ha), the London metropolitan area (520 MWh/ha), and the Rhine-Ruhr region (500 MWh/ha). The developed maps are compared with two international projects, Hotmaps and Heat Roadmap Europe’s Pan European Thermal Atlas. The average total heat demand difference from values obtained in this study to Hotmaps and Heat Roadmap Europe is 24 MWh/ha and 84 MWh/ha, respectively. Assuming the implementation of real consumption data, an enhancement in spatial predictability is expected. The heat demand maps are therefore predestined to provide a conceptual first overview for decision-makers and market investors. The developed methods will further allow for anticipated mandatory municipal heat demand analyses.

Indian interstate trade exacerbates nutrient pollution in food production hubs

Intensive agricultural practices have powered green revolutions, helping nations attain self-sufficiency. However, these fertilizer-intensive methods and exploitative trade systems have created unsustainable agricultural systems. To probe the environmental consequences on production hubs, we map the fate of Nitrogen and Phosphorus in India’s interstate staple crop trade over the recent decade. The nation’s food bowls, while meeting national food demand, are becoming pollution-rich, sustaining around 50% of the total surplus from trade transfer, accounting for 710 gigagrams of nitrogen per year and 200 gigagrams of phosphorus per year. In combination with water balance analysis, surplus nutrient conversion to a graywater footprint further highlights an aggravated situation in major producer regions facing long-term water deficits. Given India’s role in global food security, identifying the nation’s environmental vulnerability can help in designing appropriate policy interventions for sustainable development.

Occupational choice, satisfaction and success of PhD graduates in East Asia and the West: A systematic review

AbstractThe globally expanding doctoral education and the diminishing availability of academic job opportunities have prompted an increasing proportion of PhD graduates to seek employment beyond academia, drawing a growing scholarly interest. However, the existing literature on doctoral career pathways tends to be fragmented and dispersed, given the idiosyncratic individual and educational characteristics of doctorates grappling with the complex structural factors. To depict a comprehensive picture of the diversifying employment trajectories of doctorates across various geographical, disciplinary and sectoral contexts, this study conducts a systematic review, scouring 831 pertinent journal articles from the Web of Science. Following a set of inclusion criteria, 31 papers were ultimately selected to identify the key factors shaping employment trajectories of PhD graduates at structural (national supply and demand), institutional (employers' perceptions) and individual (doctorates' characteristics) levels. Drawing on the boundaryless and value‐based career theories, the authors develop a four‐dimension analytical framework, within which the findings of the 31 papers in East Asian and Western contexts are analysed. Overall, stakeholders in Western systems generally recognise the trend of PhD graduates securing non‐academic employment, whereas East Asian nations appear less receptive to this agenda. Meanwhile, due to their strong emphasis on research skills utilisation and employment stability, PhD graduates in certain economies find it challenging to pursue satisfying and successful careers, warranting increased attention. Building on the findings, we propose a four‐quadrat model in an effort to provide a tool for evaluating the capacity to absorb doctoral workforces of specific systems by categorising the doctoral professions. Highlighting shared patterns observed across various higher education systems and distinct trends prevalent in specific economies, this paper addresses key topics in doctoral education and doctorate employment literature such as labour market conditions, employment outcomes, job satisfaction, skills (mis)matches and sustainable careers.

Realizing Closed-Loop Supply Chain Networks based on Dataspaces and Manufacturing Marketplaces

Circular economy strategies, driven by national and EU regulations and market demand, are reshaping the manufacturing industry towards sustainability and resilience. Closed-loop supply chains, integrating secondary materials, aim to minimize waste and carbon footprint while enhancing supply chain flexibility. Leveraging online B2B marketplaces, manufacturers, suppliers, and other stakeholders engage in dynamic networks, optimizing resource utilization through competitive service offerings. This work explores the integration of stakeholders across the product lifecycle into a digital marketplace with secure data exchange, following IDSA and Gaia-X concepts. It highlights the Digital Product Passport’s (DPP) role in sharing product data throughout the product lifecycle. DPP and service offerings are realized using the Asset Administration Shell. Implemented in the SmartFactoryKL demonstration environment, it showcases circular process adoption and carbon footprint reduction through a service-oriented marketplace.

Stakes and Challenges of Sino-Cameroon Agriculture Cooperation 2008 -2023

Sino-Cameroon Agriculture cooperation has been the engine of Agricultural development especially in the rural communities in Cameroon where china seek for vast tracts of land for agricultural investments. The recent increase in food prices and the high demand for agricultural products in Cameroon and its neighbouring countries have created a scenario for China to invest in agriculture in Cameroon in order to meet the demand in the national and international scene. This opens a lacuna for Chinese companies to sign concessions with the Cameroon government to acquire vast hectares of land for large scale agricultural investments. Chinese companies in Cameroon have been involved in the cultivation of Rice, Maize, Cassava and many other products in order to meet the national and international demands. These companies have acquired vacant and unproductive land in Cameroon for foreign direct investments especially in the locality of Nanga Eboko and santchou.This paper seeks to examine the contributions of the Sino- Cameroon agriculture in the development of Cameroon. A qualitative research protocol was explore to understand the paradigms of the Sino- Cameroon agriculture in Cameroon in strengthening the Sino – Cameroon Cooperation and to meet the high demand of agricultural products. The results portrays that the Sino-Cameroon agriculture cooperation has contributed a great deal to solve the problem of food insecurity in Cameroon. Mechanised agriculture has also been promoted in Cameroon through these ventures which have greatly contributed in the high production of agricultural products to solve the national and international concerns. However large scale land concessions for agricultural investments have affected the rural population that depends of land for their livelihood. This paper therefore makes prospects on revisiting the long term land concessions for agricultural investments and implementing diverse techniques in order to ensure a sustainable and win- win cooperation.

A127: Difficulties Facing and Coping Strategies of Physical Education and Health Interdisciplinary Teaching in China

Purpose: In response to the national demand for compound talents, “Physical Education (PE) and Health Curriculum (2022 version) for Compulsory Education” proposes to include interdisciplinary teaching in five major courses in China. Due to the lack of course cases for reference, there’s a certain gap between interdisciplinary theory and practice. Therefore, it’s urgent to analyze the difficulties faced by interdisciplinary teaching and find out the coping strategies. Methods: By using keywords such as "interdisciplinary teaching," "PE and health curriculum," and "interdisciplinary," this study collected and studied 39 articles from CNKI, Web of Science, Scopus, and other databases, and analyzed the development process, problems, and countermeasures of interdisciplinary teaching in various countries. Results: Analyses revealed difficulties of implementing interdisciplinary teaching, including (1) unbalanced instructional materials and resources, (2) teachers’ lack of understanding of theory and practice regarding interdisciplinary teaching, (3) overlapped curriculum content, (4) lack of real integration in the classroom, and (5) lack of scientific evaluations. Coping strategies were: (1) Cooperation between internal and external organizations responsible for resource supply, (2) Carry out pre-service and in-service teachers’ training, (3) modifications of PE Curriculum, and (4) establish an evaluation system. Conclusion: To promote interdisciplinary teaching in physical education and health in the future, schools are recommended to cooperate with external institutions and universities to explore the theoretical basis and internal logic of thematic learning design of interdisciplinary projects. Also, schools may build a solid learning community for PE teachers, innovate PE curriculum models, share instructional examples, and create evaluation mechanisms to solve current problems.

In Vitro Multiplication of Agave (A. marmorata and A. potatorum) by Temporary Immersion in SETIS™ Bioreactor.

In Mexico, wild agaves are important for the production of alcoholic beverages known as mezcal and pulque. However, the propagation of agave seeds and pups is not enough to satisfy the national demand. Temporary immersion systems represent an agave micropropagation alternative that reduces the labor force, increases development, and improves the quality of seedlings. The use of the SETIS™ bioreactor in A. marmorata and A. potatorum improves the multiplication rate and allows rooting. Additionally, this bioreactor reduces the culture time, labor force, and reagents needed while maintaining high survival rates during the acclimatization phase.

The “4+4” Medical Doctor (MD) Pilot Program at PUMC: Implementation, Performance, and Prospects

Peking Union Medical College (PUMC) launched the “4+4” Medical Doctor (MD) pilot program in 2018, admitting students with non-medical backgrounds from top universities, aligning with national medical talent training policies to foster diverse and eager learners in medicine. On the occasion of the graduation of the first class of the “4+4” MD pilot class at PUMC in 2023, we reviewed the teaching reform in the pilot program and carried out a systematic survey and interviews with students, faculties, and management staff of the pilot class. This article reports on the measures taken by the pilot class at PUMC in enrollment and curriculum setting, and demonstrates the achievements of the pilot class in terms of student academic background structure, knowledge acquisition and skill learning, scientific research ability, and course evaluation. The results indicated that the pilot class had met the national demand for the “Medicine + X” talent training model. More specifically, with a diverse academic backgrounds, the pilot class graduates had academic levels comparable to the eight-year medical education graduates, and their scientific research abilities were satisfactory. The pilot program at PUMC will optimize the curriculum setting, strengthen the construction of faculty, learning resources, and teaching facilities, and reform the academic evaluation methods, thus deepening the reform of medical education and improving the “4+4” MD program as a novel medical education model.

Revolutionizing Mobility: Big Data Applications in Transport Planning

Revolutionizing Mobility: Big Data Applications in Transport Planning

Study of the need for project-based learning citizenship e-books to expand national literacy of students pgri university palembang

This study raises the question of what resources are best suited to help students develop their civic literacy and acquire optimal knowledge about their nationality through citizenship education. The research's goal is to gather the information required for citizenship education so that students can learn as much as possible about their nationality. This study used an exploratory survey strategy in conjunction with a quantitative research method. The sample size was 60 individuals, comprising 10 lecturers and 50 students. The inclusion criteria for students are those who have completed the Citizenship Education course so that students can provide responses based on their experience of attending lectures in nine different study programs at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, PGRI University Palembang. Based on research findings, 92% of teachers and students believe that the analysis of national e-book creation demands meets the Very Good standard. The findings of this research support the assumption that to increase student citizenship literacy, lecturers and students at PGRI Palembang University really need Nationality E-Books.