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Research on the Combination of UI and Graphic Design in Museums in the Digital Age
Authors: Wu Jian
Published: May 2024

The development of science and technology and the arrival of the digital age have affected every aspect of people's life and work, and museum interactive design has gradually become an important part of exhibition design. Museum interactive design in the digital age can not only increase the audience's participation, but also provide more rich and personalized exhibition experience.The purpose of museum interactive design is to explore the interaction between audience and exhibits in a more in-depth and interesting way through digital technology. Museum interactive design in the digital age needs to create a sense of interaction and participation, so that audiences can more actively participate in the exhibition, rather than just passively watching. Through the application of digital technology, audiences can experience the exhibits, participate in the story plot, and communicate with each other, thus enhancing their memory and understanding of the exhibition.
The Code Analysis of ‘Post-Apocalyptic Era’ Movies: Take Mad Max: Fury Road as an Example
Authors: Liu Yuhao
Published: May 2024

In the 88th Academy Awards, directed by George Miller, a "wasteland" theme film "Mad Max 4: Fury Road" is the world's most recognized female theme film. 50% of film history is one of the films in the explosive stage. After it won the Oscar six awards, it has become a "wasteland" theme film's new benchmark. Through semiotics and the Bible, this paper deconstructs the image codes in movies. Based on the symbolic interactionism theory, this paper analyses the character behaviour, identity construction and prop application in the Christian symbol system and combs and deconstructs it, trying to explore the symbolic metaphors in movies and reflect on the artistic value and ideological connotation contained in movies.
Fabulating Archival Arts: An Exploration of the Complexities of Politics, History, and Memory in a Postmodern Context
Authors: Wang Chenyi
Published: May 2024

Archival art, which emerged in the last century, has become a significant influence in the art world, challenging the constraints of traditional historical narratives. It offers viewers a more nuanced and inclusive framework for thinking, providing an alternative engagement with history free from dominant past narratives. This paper undertakes a comprehensive analysis of two significant archival artworks, namely the Atlas Group and Sputnik. Through this analysis, it aims to elucidate the societal impacts engendered by archival art that adopts critical fabulation as a strategy. Combining textual and graphic analyses with perspectives from postmodernism and deconstructionism, the research demonstrates that fictional archival art stimulates profound contemplation of the interconnectedness between the past, present, and future through artistic expression. It also examines the emotional impact of revisiting the past, records, and memory. By navigating the complexities and ambiguities of postmodern society through archival artistic expression, we can foster a more inspiring approach to understanding this art form.
Research on Short Video Communication Strategy of Live-Streaming Farmers in China’s Rural Revitalization
Authors: Hu Yibing , Xu Wenjia
Published: May 2024

With the popularization and flourishing of rural We Media, Live-streaming farmers who use short videos to sufficiently present rural customs and landscapes have emerged. While reshaping the profile of rural areas and the identity of farmers, they have also facilitated the development of "Three Rural Issues", becoming "contributing farmers" which reflect and promote the construction of rural revitalization and digital design. This article conducts a “5W” communication mode on the released account "Dongbei Yujie" which has both personal creative characteristics and huge audience groups on the mainstream short video platform - Douyin. The purpose is to explore the media content production and communication strategies of the typical Live-streaming farmers, to provide innovative dimensions for the creation of short videos on "Three Rural Issues" and to help the sustainable development of the new formats in rural revitalization.
Portray from "him" to "her": Case Study on Media Practices and Practical Significance of Chinese Female-themed Bloggers
Authors: Li Jingwen
Published: May 2024

The prosperity of new media and self-media has empowered women with more discourse power and influence in self-expression and group advocacy, making female-themed bloggers the emerging agents of gender communication. Through content analysis and text analysis, this paper explores the discourse expression and public influence of female-themed bloggers on social media platforms represented by "Little Red Book." It is found that female-themed bloggers have achieved considerable communication effects by shaping a high sense of social responsibility, ingenious topic planning and issue construction, creative narrative strategies, and text content focusing on women, continuously awakening women's consciousness and promoting gender equality. The article also identifies issues in the immature stage of the female-themed communication ecosystem, uneven content quality, and evident information cocoons, and provides corresponding recommendations.
Analysis on the Teaching Path of Youth Volunteer Service Integrated into Ideological and Political Courses in Colleges and Universities
Authors: Wang Zhanhang
Published: May 2024

The Internet, big data and the Internet of Things are developing like bamboo shoots after a spring rain. Volunteer service on the express train has become an important way for contemporary youth to participate in social practice and improve their quality. As the core course of ideological and political education for college students, ideological and political courses in colleges and universities, how to effectively integrate the elements of youth volunteer service, and improve the effectiveness and pertinence of ideological and political courses, has become an important topic facing ideological and political education in colleges and universities. This paper starts with the necessity of integrating youth volunteer service into the teaching of ideological and political courses in colleges and universities, analyzes the opportunities and challenges of integrating youth volunteer service into ideological and political courses, so as to put forward the path of "one body and two arms" to help improve the effectiveness and appeal of ideological and political courses in colleges and universities.
From Irreconcilable Momentum to Establishment of Diplomatic Relations and Cooperation: On the Different Stages of Relationship Transformation between China and the United States after World War II
Authors: Wen Diwen
Published: May 2024

After experiencing the brutal and arduous Second World War, China and the United States, who fought alongside their allies during World War II, shifted their relationship from alliance to hostility due to their own interests, and continued to deteriorate after the Korean War in the 1950s, experiencing more than 20 years of complex international confrontation. During this period of more than 20 years, China and the United States continued to confront and conflict due to the Cold War and their own interests. However, in the end, due to their respective interests and considerations of national strategic planning, they shook hands and made peace, eventually moving towards normalization and peaceful establishment of diplomatic relations.
Analysis of the Psychological Characteristics of the Audience in Contemporary Chinese Theater Space
Authors: Zhao Shuhang
Published: May 2024

Since the beginning of 2023, the number of theatre performances in China has increased year by year, and a new round of " theatre defense war " is about to be opened. Whether the operators can keep up with the favorable policies, take advantage of the wind, grasp the new market competition situation, and make timely market response has become a key factor. This paper focuses on the current audience viewing psychology dimension for data sampling and analysis, in order to put forward constructive suggestions. The purpose of this project research is based on the current situation investigation and data analysis, so that the theater can better optimize management in the future. By analyzing the audience 's views and opinions on the theater, it helps the theater to make more realistic changes.
The Influence of Short Video Music on the Development of Middle School Students' Mental Health: Exploring the New Music Classroom from the Perspective of Music Psychology
Authors: Zhang Zhe
Published: May 2024

Short video music has a greater and deeper impact on the daily life of junior high school students. In order to explore the causes of its formation, from the perspective of music psychology and therapy, from the characteristics of short video music and junior high school students' psychological development, this paper analyzes how short video music affects the ears of teenagers. Under the influence of mass media, whether music teachers can make use of these characteristics to better apply them to the classroom. How to use short video music as a "double-edged sword" has become one of the important research topics in music teaching.
Preface: 6th International Conference on Art, Design and Cultural Studies (ADCS 2024)
Authors: Zhu Shanhong , Liang Jiayu
Published: May 2024

6th International Conference on Art, Design and Cultural Studies (ADCS 2024) was held during April 13-14, 2024 in Wuhan City, China, and this conference was a great success.
The conference provides a useful and wide platform both for display the latest research and for exchange of research results and thoughts in Art, Design and Cultural Studies. The success and prosperity of the conference is reflected high level of the papers received. The aim of ADCS 2024 is to provide a platform for educators, sociologists, designers, writers, historians and graduate students from different cultural backgrounds to present and discuss research, developments and innovations in all fields of Art, Design and Cultural Studies. It provides opportunities for the delegates to exchange new ideas and application experiences, to establish business or research relations and to find global partners for future collaboration.
We would like to acknowledge all of those who supported 6th ADCS. Each individual in addition, institutional help was very important for the success of this conference. Especially we would like to thank the organizing committee for their valuable advices in the organization and helpful peer review of the papers.
It was a fully synchronized online conference that had live Q&A, participants jointly listened to presentations, and attended other live events associated with the conference. Each speech lasted for 30 minutes, including 5 minutes for Q&A. and for other sessions, there was 20 minutes for each presentation, including 5 minutes for Q&A. The interaction session was made the real experience to the participants and they had good exposure with the foreign university students and delegates.
We would like to thank all the author submitted papers to the conferences and thank you all the reviewers for their time and effort in reviewing articles. Finally, it is a great honor to thank you all of behind staff who made their constant effort to make sure the conference process can go smoothly and the proceeding team who have dedicated their constant support and countless time to bring these scratches into this volume.
Shanhong Zhu, Jiayu Liang
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The Application and Research of Digital Art in Architectural Decoration Design
Authors: Zhao Donghua , Liu Litong
Published: May 2024

This paper aims to explore the application and research of digital art in the field of architectural decoration. With the continuous development and popularization of digital technology, digital art, as a new form of art expression, is gradually infiltrating into every aspect of architectural decoration. The introduction of digital art provides architectural designers and decorators with a broader space for creation and a richer way of expression, and also endows architectural works with more colorful artistic connotation and the atmosphere of The Times. Based on the concept and characteristics of digital art, this paper discusses the application practice of digital art in traditional and modern architectural decoration, analyzes its influence on architectural decoration style, spatial atmosphere and user experience, and prospects the future development trend of digital art in the field of architectural decoration.
The Realistic Worries and Reconstruction Path of Integrating Leisure Education into Curriculum from the Perspective of Dewey's Curriculum Theory
Authors: Zhang Dongnian
Published: May 2024

In today's rapidly developing economy, the transition from a working society to a leisure society has made the importance of leisure education increasingly prominent. However, due to the narrow educational concept, leisure education has not received the attention it deserves, making it difficult to realize its true educational value. As a life oriented educational activity, leisure education urgently needs to be integrated into school curriculum. From the perspective of Dewey's curriculum theory, this paper explores the direction of curriculum in contemporary leisure education, examines the reflection of real-life concerns such as "cognitive degradation", "temporal and spatial alienation", and "the disappearance of contemplation" in the era, and explores the reconstruction path of integrating leisure education into curriculum based on the theory of activity curriculum.
Women's Identity Construction and Identity from the Perspective of Gender Theory: Examination of Gender Discourse based on the Film Barbie
Authors: Zheng Shuhua
Published: May 2024

The Barbie film directed by Greta Govig became a new milestone in feminist cinema when it set a box office record in 2023. The film not only presents the portrayal of women in a patriarchal society, but also critiques gender stereotypes with humour, triggering a global feminist discussion. This paper focuses on the construction of women's identity and the representation of women's identity in the film Barbie from the perspective of gender theory and in four parts. The first part is the introductory section, mainly covering the research background and significance of this paper; The second part explores the female identity construction of Barbie from the aspects of appearance and social image; The third part explores the female identity of Barbie from the perspectives of male and female; The fourth part mainly combines and summarizes the previous content, and at the same time, combines social scholars' and film critics' interpretations of the film to deepen readers' understanding of the modern portrayal of women on screen.
Educational Innovations in the Fundamentals of Marxism in the Context of the New Era
Authors: Li Chenqi
Published: May 2024

In the historical context of the new era, socialist education with Chinese characteristics faces many opportunities and challenges. With the further deepening of globalisation and informatisation, traditional economic, cultural and technological boundaries are becoming blurred, while bringing about social challenges such as intensified global competition and the polarisation of the rich and the poor. As the world's second largest economy, China is striving to find a development path suitable for itself in the wave of globalisation. In the age of information technology, cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data are reshaping the economy and society, while the Internet and mobile communication technologies have made the flow of information more rapid, which not only facilitates the dissemination of knowledge, but also has a significant impact on the mode of education and the way of work. By promoting the "Internet Plus" action plan and the development of the digital economy, the Chinese government aims to improve governance capacity and efficiency, and draw up a blueprint for a digital China and a smart society. In the new era of ideological pluralism, China faces the challenges and opportunities of both socialist core values and traditional cultural heritage. China is trying to find a balance between inheritance and innovation, and to strengthen citizens' moral construction and cultural confidence. Such an endeavour not only enhances the country's cultural soft power, but is also a positive response to the changes of the times. At the same time, socialist education with Chinese characteristics is also placing greater emphasis on people's livelihoods and fairness and justice in the new era, and the public's pursuit of a high quality of life has become more intense. The rising demand for education, health, housing and the environment requires the government to pay more attention to livelihood improvement and social equity while promoting economic development. The concept of environmental protection and green development has become a social consensus, pointing to the goal of sustainable development. China's economic system is transforming into a more globally competitive modernisation and is seeking a broader space for development under the new pattern of globalisation. The changes brought about by this new era to Chinese education are not only challenges, but also opportunities. China not only needs to play an important role in the international arena, but also needs to deepen its internal reforms in order to raise the level of national education and contribute to the grand blueprint of high-quality economic development and national rejuvenation. Marxist education, as a guiding ideology, will continue to play an important role in this process, aiming to cultivate the talents needed by the times, promote the internalisation and practice of socialist core values, and ultimately realise socialist modernisation and the overall revitalization of the country.
On the Construction and Development of Local Literature in College Libraries in Ethnic Areas
Authors: Ze Luocuo
Published: May 2024

Libraries of colleges and universities in ethnic minority areas play an important role in serving ethnic minority students. However, with the times in the context of continuous development, there are many problems in the construction of local literature in the libraries of colleges and universities in ethnic minority areas, which need to be strengthened urgently. In this paper, through the investigation and analysis of the current situation of the construction of the Kangba Literature Library in the library of Sichuan Institute for Nationalities, the countermeasures to strengthen the construction of the local literature library in the libraries of colleges and universities in ethnic minority areas are put forward. Hopefully, it can be beneficial to the construction of Kamba Literature Library in the libraries of colleges and universities in minority areas. At the same time, it is also hoped that the relevant departments can pay attention to this problem and take practical and effective measures to promote the development of the construction of literature libraries in college libraries in ethnic minority areas.
An Exploration of Realism in Death Narratives in Contemporary Chinese and Korean New Youth Films from a Global Cultural Perspective
Authors: Liu Yadan , Li Feng
Published: May 2024

With the advent of economic globalization leading to cultural globalization, countries are integrating and innovating their indigenous cultures while absorbing and borrowing from the film cultures of other nations. Chinese and Korean New Youth Films employ a multi-genre narrative mode combining "youth" with realism. This paper conducts a comparative study of Chinese new youth film Better Days and the Korean new youth film Next Sohee, exploring the influence of global cultural perspectives on Chinese and Korean New Youth Films from the perspective of death narratives, the realistic application of death narratives in Chinese and Korean New Youth Films, as well as the differentiated narrative strategies of Chinese and Korean New Youth Films. This study further extends to the real significance and value of death imagery in youth films.
KARŞILAŞTIRMALI DIŞ POLİTİKA ANALİZİ EKSENİNDE: KÜBA FÜZE KRİZİ
Authors: Yönet Güven Ali , Daglar Macar Oya
Published: May 2024

2. Dünya Savaşı sonrasında oluşan Soğuk Savaş döneminde, ABD ve SSCB’nin dış politikalarının, liderlerin yükselen etkisinin ve hızlanan rekabetin dünyaya bir çok etkisi olmuştur. En büyük rekabetlerden birisi silahlanma alanında yaşanmıştır. Bu noktada Nükleer Silahların artışının dünyada ki dengelerin oluşmasında önemli etkisi olmuştur. Bu rekabetlerin sonuçlarını görebileceğimiz Küba Krizi ABD ve SSCB’yi direkt olarak karşı karşıya getirmiştir. Bu kriz sonucunda ABD ve SSCB kendi politikalarını tekrardan gözden geçirmiş ve liderlerin etkisiyle yumuşama dönemine geçişi hızlandırmıştır. Bu çalışma, “Küba Krizi ekseninde ABD-SSCB liderlerinin dış politikaya etkileri nasıl olmuştur?” sorusuna cevap ararken, karşılaştırmalı dış politika analizi yöntemi ile dış politikada liderlerin etkisini tespit etmeyi amaçlamaktadır.
SAVAŞIN DEĞİŞEN YAPISI VE YENİ NESİL SİLAH TEKNOLOJİLERİ: HİPERSONİK SİLAHLAR ÜZERİNE BİR İNCELEME
Authors: Çevirme Ayse , Asal Uğur Yasin
Published: May 2024

Silah teknolojisinin gelişimi, savaşın ilk çağlardan günümüze kadar ki seyrini önemli ölçüde değiştirmiştir. Soğuk Savaş sonrası ortaya çıkan yeni güvenlik tehditleri, silahlanma yarışını hızlandırmış ve devletleri savunma önlemleri almaya zorlamıştır. Küreselleşme ve teknoloji, savunma sistemlerinde önemli bir rol oynamış ve devletlerin bu alana büyük yatırımlar yapmasını beraberinde getirmiştir. Yeni nesil silah teknolojisi, hipersonik silahların gelişimine olanak tanımıştır. Hipersonik silahlar, geleneksel balistik füzelerden farklı olarak, atmosferin üst katmanlarında manevra yapabilme yeteneğine sahiptir. Bu yapıları, onları mevcut savunma sistemlerinin algılama ve engelleme kapasitesinin ötesine taşımaktadır. Bu özellikler, hipersonik silahların stratejik önemini artırmakla birlikte savunma politikalarında yeni düzenlemeler yapılması gerektirmiştir. Hipersonik silahlar, askeri güç dengesini etkileyebilecek bir kapasiteye sahip olduğundan, uluslararası güvenlik üzerindeki tartışmaları da beraberinde getirmiştir. ABD, Rusya ve Çin arasındaki hipersonik silah rekabeti, bu teknolojinin gelişimine önemli bir hız kazandırmıştır. Bu çalışmada, hipersonik silahların uluslararası güvenlik ve istikrar üzerindeki etkisi değerlendirilmiştir.
Pattern of Upper Aerodigestive Tract Malignancies, a Histo-pathological Experience at MMCH.
Authors: Raja W  , Jawahar Lal  , Muhammad Ali  , Siyal AR
Published: May 2024

Background: Cancer of Upper aerodigestive tract is common. It was felt that at Muhammad Medical CollegeHospital (MMCH) Mirpurkhas, we are getting quite a few biopsies and specimen of the disease. Hence we decided to look at biopsies received and diagnosed as Cancer of Upper aerodigestive tract.Aims: To determine the histo-pathological variants and their grades that are predominant in areas around MMCHMethods: We looked at the records of 320 biopsies of Upper aerodigestive tract sent with a clinical diagnosis ofCarcinoma over the last 5 years.Results: 242/320 (75.7%) were found to be neoplastic whereas 78/320 (24.3%) were non neoplastic.Conclusions: Cancer of Upper aerodigestive tract is common is common in areas around MMCH.Keywords: Cancer, upper aerodigestive tract, oral cavity, esophagus, pharynx, and larynx.
An Audit of Stroke at Muhammad Medical College.
Authors: Raj Kumar Sufi  , Zubair Ahmed Yousfani  , Ateequer Rehman  , Fayyaz Ahmed Memon
Published: May 2024

Objective:1. To determine the number of stroke patients admitted at Muhammad Medical College, Mirpurkhas.2. To see the facilities available for management of stroke and make recommendationsStudy Design: Retrospective review of case notes.Place & Duration of Study: Patients admitted with diagnosis of stroke at Muhammad Medical College,Mirpurkhas with effect from 01-01-2010 to 31-12-2010Methodology: Retrospective audit of file notes of all patients admit in 2010 with stroke. This study was approved by the Hospital Research & Ethics Committee (No. 240811/REC/001)Results: 39 patients (24 males and 15 females) were admitted with diagnosis of stroke during this period. Theaverage age was 57 years (14-90). CT scan showed infarction in 27 (69%) and hemorrhage in 12 (31%). 10 patients (25.6%) died during admission.Conclusions: Rupture of gravid uterus is a life threatening emergency requiring immediate surgical interventionwith more than 95% feotal deaths and Injudicious use of oxytocin by Dais/ TBAS was the most common cause ofruptured uterus.High parity, illiteracy, ignorance coupled with inadequate maternity service, lack of antepartum and intraprtumcare, prior caesarean delivery were identified as risk factors for uterine rupture, its occurrence is usuallyassociated with considerable maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity.Keywords: Stroke, Cerebrovascular accident, infarction, hemorrhage.
The Importance of an Unmanned Surface Vehicle: A Point of View
Authors: Cazacu Mihai , Axinte Tiberiu , Curca Elena
Published: May 2024

In the world there are various types of unmanned vehicles: Unmanned ground vehicle, unmanned aerial vehicle, unmanned surface vehicle and unmanned underwater vehicle. The objective of this paper, however, is to present the importance of an unmanned surface vehicle (USV) in the Black Sea. The safe operations of all USVs are carried out by experienced and qualified operators. These operators can control a USV from a ship or from land. An USV is equipped with various devices (eg. video camera, long range antennae or autopilot box) depending on the mission it has to carry out at sea. These boats are launched through launch and recovery system (LARS). Furthermore, the USVs do not pollute and do not make noise during their activity on sea. Finally, it is expected that the unmanned surface vehicles will further develop, depending on new requirements present in the Black Sea.
Impact of Arterial Hypotension During Spinal Anesthesia for Cesarean Delivery on the Newborn at Kouba Hospital
Authors: Matouk M , Saadi N , Chettibi F
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Spinal anesthesia is commonly used for cesarean deliveries but can lead to maternal hypotension, a frequent complication that may adversely affect the fetus. The objective of this study was to determine the incidence of post-spinal hypotension for cesarean delivery and identify associated risk factors. Methods: This was a prospective descriptive study conducted at Kouba Hospital over one month. Inclusion criteria were patients admitted for scheduled or emergency cesarean under spinal anesthesia after informed consent, without absolute contraindication to spinal anesthesia, baseline blood pressure ≥100 mmHg, and heart rate ≤100 bpm. Patients were excluded if hypotensive, vagotonic, had pre-existing cardiac disease, or received general anesthesia. All patients received 8 mg 0.5% bupivacaine, 2.5 μg sufentanil, and 100 μg intrathecal morphine with standard monitoring and 250 ml fluid preloading. Hypotension was defined as ≥20% decrease from baseline blood pressure. Data collected included demographics, obstetric history, and anesthetic/surgical details. Analysis was done using EPI Info software. Results: 42 parturients were included, mostly ASA II, with mean BMI 26.5±4.1 kg/m2 and gestational age 37.4±2.1 weeks. 50% had a history of hypotension in previous cesareans, and 68% underwent emergency cesarean. Sensory block reached T4 level on average. Hypotension incidence was 80%, with 40% requiring additional fluids and mean 15±10 mg ephedrine. Despite hypotension, most neonates had satisfactory Apgar scores. High BMI, emergency cesarean, and previous hypotension history were significantly associated with increased hypotension risk. Discussion: The high 80% hypotension incidence aligns with literature reports of 70-90%, likely exacerbated by using isobaric/hypobaric rather than hyperbaric bupivacaine. Identified risk factors were consistent with published data. Prompt management likely prevented major neonatal consequences. Conclusion: Intraoperative hypotension is frequent after spinal anesthesia for cesarean delivery. Guidelines recommend a standardized approach with fluid loading, vasopressors, and lateral tilt positioning to prevent maternal and fetal complications. Larger studies are needed to further characterize risk factors.
Recursos didáticos e práticas cartográficas no ensino de geografia no ensino fundamental de Cajazeiras, Paraíba
Authors: Brasil Odinei Edson Leite , Albuquerque Francisco Nataniel Batista
Published: May 2024

O objetivo do presente artigo é analisar as prática de ensino relacionadas a Cartografia realizadas por professores de Geografia do 6º ano de escolas municipais da cidade de Cajazeiras, estado da Paraíba. Metodologicamente, a pesquisa fundamentou-se em entrevista com os seis professores de Geografia das três escolas públicas com maior número de matrículas da referida cidade, afim de conhecer as práticas cartográficas a partir de quatro recursos modelo: maquete de relevo com curvas de nível, mapa em branco impresso, jogo de coordenadas geográficas e software Google Earth Pro. Entre os resultados podemos destacar a pouca utilização das maquetes no ensino de Cartografia na Geografia escolar, a falta de recursos cartográficos que dificulta o uso de mapas em branco impresso, o desconhecimento dos docentes a respeito do jogo como metodologia de ensino e que nem todos os professores possuem o conhecimento necessário para operar o software analisado para o trabalho com a geotecnologia em sala de aula.
Bioavailability of Metals in the Biosphere
Authors:   Department of Chemical Sciences, Federal University Wukari, P.M.B. 1020 Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria, Hikon Baba Nwunuji , Yebpella Garbunga Gary ,   Department of Chemical Sciences, Federal University Wukari, P.M.B. 1020 Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria
Published: May 2024

In some areas, soil, sediment, water, and organic materials may exhibit elevated concentrations of various metals. Under certain conditions, these metals can take on most bioavailable forms. To assess the impacts and potential risks associated with elevated element concentrations, understanding the fraction of whole elements in water, sediment, and soil which are bioavailable is very important. The study aims to examine these conditions to accurately assess potential environmental impacts. For the study, searches were carried out using the keywords "bioavailability", "metal" and "environment" in various combinations in English. The search was limited to articles published open access in NCBI or PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. The language of the manuscript was not restricted. The complex interactions of these diverse factors highlight the difficulty of assessing and understanding the bioavailability of metals in different environmental matrices. The study identified key factors affecting the bioavailability of the metal. These factors can change over time and among different microorganisms, plants, and animals. Research involving field and laboratory studies conducted at specific locations in soil, sediment, and flora using selective chemical extraction techniques is critical to a detailed understanding of the complex ecological processes associated with the bioavailability of metals to organisms.
Photocatalytic Degradation of Acid Blue 25 Dye in Wastewater by Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles
Authors:   Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences, Federal University Wukari, PMB 1020, Wukari, Nigeria, Yerima Emmanuel Amuntse , Ogwuche Edwin ,   Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, PMB 1045, Zaria, Nigeria, Ndubueze Chijindu Ifeanyi ,   Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, PMB 1045, Zaria, Nigeria, Muhammed Khairat Asabe ,   Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, PMB 1045, Zaria, Nigeria, Habila James Dama ,   Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences, Federal University Wukari, PMB 1020, Wukari, Nigeria,   Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, PMB 1045, Zaria, Nigeria
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the photocatalytic degradation of Acid Blue Dye using zinc oxide nanoparticles synthesized from Senna siamea flower extracts (ZnO-S.S.). The synthesized nanoparticles were investigated using Transmission Emission Spectroscopy (TEM) and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), which made it possible to reveal the spherical shape of ZnO-S.S. nanoparticles. Themogravimetric Analysis – Differential Thermal Analysis (TGA-DTA) revealed high thermal stability of ZnO-S.S. with an insignificant weight loss as temperature increases from 600 °C to 846.9 °C. While Energy Dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX) reveals the elemental composition and atomic weight percentage as C (4.8%), O (11%), S (6%) and Zn (78.2%). The synthesized nanoparticles ZnO-S.S. used to degrade Acid Blue dye contaminated waste water under visible light irradiation. Exhibits an optimum degradation efficiency of 99% achieved in 150 minutes using a catalyst dosage of 150 mg at an initial acid blue concentration of 10 mg/L. The degradation process best conformed to the pseudo first order kinetics pathway. In conclusion the study established that the synthesized catalyst exhibits good efficiency and utility in degrading dye contaminated wastewater. However, further studies are recommended on the influence of other indicators such as light intensity, temperature and pH on the degradation process.
A Practical Study on Enhancing Students’ Mathematical Literacy by “Integration of Doing, Learning and Teaching”
Authors: Lu Guangdi , Zhang Yueji
Published: May 2024

In face of the mathematical foundation of students in higher vocational colleges, Tao Xingzhi’s educational thought is of great guiding significance. “Integration of doing, learning and teaching” is not only the theoretical basis of Tao Xingzhi’s educational thought, but also his methodology and action guideline. Tao Xingzhi emphasizes the unity of knowledge and action, among which action is greater than knowledge. This concept is isomorphic with the mathematical culture curriculum. Drawing on the idea of “integration of doing, learning and teaching”, we explore the math culture curriculum and expand the four forms of teaching and learning in math culture: theoretical training, practical exploration, research-based learning, and reflective learning. In the implementation of the school-based curriculum, local teaching resources should be fully exploited, constructing the mathematics teaching mode of “Integration of doing, learning and teaching”, effective teaching methods and classroom evaluation algorithms, ensuring the relevance of vocational education and improving mathematical literacy.
Research on the Application of National Traditional Sports Items in Xinjiang’s Physical Education
Authors: Ge Wei
Published: May 2024

There are many advantages in national traditional sports. At present, China is intensifying the inheritance of national culture. National traditional sports are also directly related to China’s physical education curriculum. You can vaguely see each one in the current sports. The shadow of national traditional sports and the introduction of national traditional sports in the physical education classroom can greatly enrich the content of physical education classrooms. This article starts with Xinjiang’s local ethnic traditional sports, and investigates and analyzes the application of these sports in Xinjiang’s physical education. This research is expected to play a role in promoting the development and inheritance of Xinjiang sports culture, and promote more and more excellent ethnic traditional sports in Xinjiang to be used in the physical education.
Central dynamic traits measured in the school motivation analysis test
Authors: Boyle Gregory J.
Published: May 2024

The School Motivation Analysis Test (SMAT) is an objective instrument which is purported to measure 10 of the major motivational dynamic structures evident in adolescents. Using the matrices of subscale intercorrelations for males and females reported in the SMAT Handbook, quasi-higher-order scale factor analyses of the instrument were undertaken. In addition, a cross-validational analysis was undertaken using a sample of Australian-born Greek adolescents. Results indicated that at least five higher-order SMAT factors accounted for most of the common factor variance. Noteworthy was the finding that both Superego and Self-Sentiment emerged as "master sentiments" among the central dynamic traits. Nevertheless, the degree of variation in higher-order factor pattern solutions across both studies and samples suggested that further refinement of the SMAT is required in order to improve its reliability and robustness.
The symptom rating test subscales: Replicability in a patient setting
Authors: Welch Garry , McColl Graham , Peace Kathryn
Published: May 2024

The Symptom Rating Test (SRT), (Kellner & Sheffield, 1973), is a symptom state measure of psychological distress that was originally developed for use as a measure of psychological distress that was originally developed for use as a measure of treatment response in pharmacological trials. However, it is notable that the four factor structure of the SRT has not been confirmed in a patient setting and it was therefore decided to investigate this important aspect of the measure's psychometric characteristics using patient responses and replication samples. The results showed that two factors, both with high internal consistencies, were identified. An inspection of the item content of these two factors showed that the original subscales of Anxiety, Depression, and Inadequacy had collapsed together to form that first factor, while the items of the original Somatic subscale had formed the second factor. A further clarification of the pattern of factor loadings was achieved by the subsequent removal of items that did not load highly and clearly on one factor across both samples. This procedure resulted in the removal of 8 items to produce a 22-item SRT that was comprised of a 15-item Anxiety-depression subscale and a 7-item Somatic subscale. The latter two subscales reflect variables that are well-established in previous psychometric studies and appear to warrant further research to determine their clinical utility as sensitive criterion measures of treatment response.
A preliminary comparison of selected PRF and DPQ scales
Authors: Loucks Sandra , Glass Scott , Burstein Alvin G.
Published: May 2024

Seven pairs of personality scales were selected from Tellegen's differential Personality Questionnaire (DPQ) and Jackson's Personality Research Form (PRF) on the basis of similar or opposite scale definitions. It was hypothesized that the conceptual relationships that are seen in the scale definitions would be reflected in strong correlations between the selected scale pairs. The items which compose each pair of scales were examined to determine the degree of item similarity. Pearson correlations between the scale pairs showed strong and significant relationships in the directions predicted from scale definitions. These findings were presented in the form of an abbreviated Campbell-Fiske matrix and discussed in relation both to the degree of item similarity in the scale pairs and to convergent and divergent validity issues. An intercorrelation matrix of all DPQ and PRF scales was also presented.
Positive assortment on personality in older couples
Authors: Delaney Mary E. , Nesselroade John R.
Published: May 2024

Marital dyads have manifested similar personality traits on the Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire (16PF). To extend these findings to older adults, the 16PF was administered to 43 elderly couples, and husband-and-wife scores were intercorrelated. Cross-validating earlier findings, significant positive interspouse correlations were found for several traits. Change in the degree of spousal similarity over length of marriage was examined in two ways. First, the relationship between age of the elderly couples (used as proxy for length of marriage) and the magnitude of the interspouse correlation was examined. Age was found to have no impact on similarity. Second, a meta-analysis of the other 16PF studies showed significant age differences in similarity for the dimension Happy-go-lucky vs. Sober. Substantive implications for the observed similarity between spouses are discussed.
Discriminating between rejectors, premature terminators, short-term successes, and long-term continuers using 16 PF scores
Authors: Williams Katharine B. , Wallbrown Fred H.
Published: May 2024

A multiple discriminant function analysis was performed to determine what, if any, personality differences can be identified for clients who refuse counseling, terminate prematurely, attain their goals in short-term counseling, or continue for long-term counseling. The 16 PF was administered to 282 adult clients in a community mental health center and used to predict their response to counseling. Two significant canonical discriminant functions were obtained. A hit rate of 51% was obtained which is considerably better than the 33% rate than would be expected on the basis of random assignment.
Kegiatan Bercerita Sebagai Upaya Pembentukan Karakter Jenderal Soedirman
Authors: Vera Krisnawati  , Memet Sudaryanto  , Bivit Anggoro Prasetyo Nugroho
Published: May 2024

Kegiatan ini bertujuan memberikan pemahaman nilai-nilai karakter Jenderal Soedirman kepada siswa SD Negeri 4 Teluk. Setiap pertemuan tim pengabdian memberikan materi kepada siswa dengan melibatkan siswa di dalam kegiatan ini. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman siswa sebelum dan sesudah dibekali nilai-nilai karakter Jenderal Soedirman. Siswa dapat mengetahui cara implementasi nilai-nilai karakter Jenderal Soedirman dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Pembentukan karakter Jenderal Soedirman ini dilaksanakan secara bertahap, yaitu adanya pembelajaran, keteladanan, dan penguatan. Pembelajaran dilakukan dengan memberikan materi terkait dengan nilai-nilai karakter. Keteladanan dilakukan dengan memberikan contoh konkret pahlawana yang dapat diteladani nilai-nilai karakternya. Selanjutrnya, penguatan dilakukan dengan memberikan penugasan merangkum video atau buku cerita Jenderal Soedirman.
 
Kata Kunci: pemahaman; nilai-nilai karakter; Jenderal Soedirman
Effectiveness of Three Leading Food Delivery Services: A Comparative Study
Authors:   Asian Institute of Maritime Studies, Langi Jenamie , Banuelos Jhon Archie ,   Asian Institute of Maritime Studies, Lesmoras Allan Adrian ,   Asian Institute of Maritime Studies, Silvestre Kevin ,   Asian Institute of Maritime Studies
Published: May 2024

The study investigates the effectiveness of three leading food delivery applications – Grab Food, Food Panda, and Lala Food – across various service dimensions, including food booking, preparation, delivery, handover, and after-delivery services. Employing convenience sampling, data were collected from 50 food-delivery users from Pasay City. The research instrument comprises 37-item questions which aims to measure users' perceptions. Findings revealed that Grab Food consistently outperformed its competitors, receiving "strongly agree" ratings across all service domains, with weighted mean scores ranging from 4.54 to 4.66. Though slightly lower than Grab Food, Food Panda, on the other hand, also received positive ratings with weighted mean scores ranging from 4.19 to 4.41. In contrast, Lala Food received lower ratings with weighted mean scores ranging from 3.93 to 4.15. This indicates an overall lower level of effectiveness compared to Grab Food and Food Panda. The comparison of the three food delivery services revealed significant differences in perceived effectiveness among respondents. These findings underscore the importance of app performance in driving user satisfaction and loyalty in the competitive food delivery market.
Sigma Gamma Epsilon in Recent Years
Authors: Even Paula
Published: May 2024

Patricia L. Daniel covered the first 50 years of Sigma Gamma Epsilon’s existence in The History of Sigma Gamma Epsilon, The First Twenty-Five Years, 1915-1940 and The History of Sigma Gamma Epsilon, The Second Twenty-Five Years, 1941-1965 (Daniel, 1966a, b). Richard L. Ford’s Major Milestones in the Development of Sigma Gamma Epsilon's Core Traditions (Ford, 2012) noted the significant highlights of the Society up until recent times. This article updates the recent noteworthy events of the organization to complete the 100 year history of Sigma Gamma Epsilon. New chapters, recent conventions, the development of two new chapter awards in addition to the loss of two past officers dedicated to Sigma Gamma Epsilon are addressed.
MARKETING PATTERN OF LOCALLY MANUFACTURED FARM MACHINERY IN DISTRICT KHANEWAL
Authors: Hussain Zakir
Published: May 2024

Agricultural mechanization encompasses the creation, production, and dissemination of various machinery, infrastructure, and tools designed for farming operations, post-harvest activities, and processing. This involves the implementation of appropriate farm machinery, which can be sourced either through imports or local production. The objective of this study was to investigate the marketing pattern of locally manufactured farm machinery among farmers. From the four tehsils of District Khanewal total of 60 farmers who had purchased one or more machinery in the last year were chosen.  Respondents were interviewed face-to-face on a structured, validated and reliable questionnaire. Collected data were analyzed with the help of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Results confirmed that regarding the farmers, over 90 percent purchased new farm machinery directly, with a significant majority providing hiring services rather than operating the machinery on their land. The satisfaction level among farmers with the working conditions of the machinery was high although challenges such as credit unavailability spare parts unavailability and poor quality were reported.
The UN Security Council and Its Protective Function
Authors: Ramcharan Bertrand
Published: May 2024

This book documents the protection practice, doctrine and body of law or jurisprudence of the Security Council with the aim of helping the Council develop its protective function. It is a vital work for the future protection of humanity and an important resource tor all those interested in the workings of the Security Council and international peace and security.
IMPLEMENTASI KOMPETENSI SOSIAL OLEH GURU PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KATOLIK UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MINAT BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK
Authors: Situmorang Vinsensius M. Junior , Pasaribu Astina Vebriani
Published: May 2024

This research examines the significance of Catholic Religious Education teachers' social abilities in influencing students' motivation to learn. The social skills of teachers encompass objective attitudes and behaviors, adaptability to the environment, effective communication skills, as well as empathy and politeness in communication. A qualitative research method was employed, involving data collection through interviews, observations, and analysis conducted at Budi Murni 4 Private Middle School in Medan. The study participants consisted of 10 individuals, including Catholic Religious Education Teachers, Peer Teachers, and students who were selected using purposive sampling and snowball sampling techniques. The findings indicate that Catholic Religious Education teachers with good social skills can enhance students' interest in learning. Teachers who exhibit an objective attitude, possess adaptability to the environment, and demonstrate effective communication skills can assist students in the learning process. Therefore, it is crucial for Catholic Religious Education teachers to develop their social skills in order to enhance students' learning motivation.
Key words: social competence ,interest to learn