bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Determination of the Relationship Between Self-Esteem and Social Anxiety in Adolescents with Burns
Authors: SULUHAN Derya , SAĞIROĞLU Ecem , DEMİR Sabri , YILDIZ Dilek , ONAT Merve , ŞENEL Emrah
Published: April 2023

Objective: Burns are complex, traumatic incidents including significant morbidity and impairment of psychological, emotional, and physical well-being. This study aimed to determine the relationship between self-esteem and social anxiety in adolescents with burns.

Material and Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive research design was used. The research was carried out in the 12-bed Pediatric Burn Center with 86 adolescents. The data collection form, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and the Social Anxiety Scale for Children was used. Comparisons were made at the p<.05 significance level for statistical analyses.

Results: Hot liquid (31.4%), chemicals (22.1%), flames (17.4%), electricity (16.3%), and contact with hot objects (12.8%) were burn factors. It was determined that 81.4% of the participants had a scar/mark. The total body surface area of the burn was determined as 1%-10% (61.6%), 10%-25% (32.6%), ≥50% (3.5%), and 25%-50% (2.3%). The multiple linear regression model established according to the effects of self-esteem scores and socio-demographic variables on children’s social anxiety was statistically significant (F(20.65)=2.384, p<.05). In the study, 42.6% of the variance in the scores on the social anxiety scale for children was explained by self-esteem scores and socio-demographic variables. Self-esteem scores predicted children’s social anxiety scores statistically positively and significantly (B=4.413, t=4.139, p<.05).

Conclusion: The study revealed that there was relation between low self-esteem and high social anxiety in adolescents with burns in line with our study question, while there is no relation between characteristics of children and burn history in children.
Disease-modifying lifestyle in multiple sclerosis: evidence, challenges, and the importance of engaged, informed patients
Authors: Peel Charlie
Published: April 2023

Evidence presents the importance of a disease-modifying lifestyle as part of a complete treatment package in multiple sclerosis, and this is now backed up with policy and guidance. However, optimised management bringing together individualised treatments, medications and lifestyle modifications requires clinical time and engaged patients. Charlie Peel explores the evidence base, presents some of the challenges, and highlights the available support for this new model of care.
Nutritional considerations in multiple sclerosis
Authors: Seeber Shania
Published: April 2023

Lifestyle factors such as smoking, diet and exercise have been shown to be key factors that impact a person's risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), as well as the progression of the disease in those individuals with established MS. Studies have sinced inferred that adapting the nutritional intake of people with MS, whether it be following a specific diet or taking supplements, can be a beneficial change that people with MS can make to improve their prognosis and outcome. This article briefly explains the role of some key nutrients.
International validation of a venous leg ulcer risk assessment tool
Authors: Parker Christina , Finlayson Kathleen , Atkin Leanne , Ousey Karen , Assadian Ojan , Koller Sonja , Pagan Amanda , Schmidt Emil , Edwards Helen
Published: April 2023

Objective:

To internationally validate a tool for predicting the risk of delayed healing of venous leg ulcers (VLUs).

Method:

A 10-item tool including sociodemographic factors, venous history, ulcer and lower limb characteristics, compression and mobility items to determine the risk of delayed healing of VLUs has previously been developed and validated in Australia. This study prospectively validated this tool using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) methods; using the area under the curve (AUC) to quantify the discriminatory capability of the tool to analyse the international populations of the UK, Austria and New Zealand.

Results:

The validation of the tool in the UK, Austria and New Zealand has indicated that the model has moderate discrimination and goodness-of-fit with an AUC of 0.74 (95% CI: 0.66–0.82) for the total risk assessment score.

Conclusion:

The international validation of a risk assessment tool for delayed healing of VLUs will allow clinicians globally to be able to determine realistic outcomes from an early assessment and to be able to guide early tailored interventions to address the specific modifiable risk factors and thus promote timely healing.
The oldest patient infected with cutaneous protothecosis
Authors: Perrotti Gabrielle , DiLiberto Christian , Pineda Danielle M
Published: April 2023

Human protothecosis is a rare achlorophyllic algal infection found in immunocompromised hosts; commonly those patients on glucocorticoids. Irradiation of the infection is uncommon, but has been previously attempted with antifungal therapy. We present a case of hard-to-heal wounds on an 89-year-old female patient taking glucocorticoids. A wound biopsy noted the wounds to be infected with Prototheca. The patient underwent operative debridement of her wounds, which began to improve and show signs of granulation. This report details the oldest known case of human protothecosis invasion, to our knowledge, and the successful treatment of a Prototheca infection by operative debridement.
Prospective Evaluation of The Results of External Fixation of Unstable Fractures of Distal Radius- A Comparison Between Open and Close Fractures and an Analysis of Similar Studies
Authors: Sharma Brijesh , Agrawal Vipul , Shakunt Rajendra Kumar , Pal Chandra Prakash , Gupta Mayur , Yadav Rohit
Published: April 2023

Background: Unstable or severely comminuted and intra-articular fractures of distal radius represent traumatic high energy injuries. Prospective study to evaluate the results of external fixation of such fractures was conducted from January 2017 to January 2020 in the Department of Orthopaedics. The aim of this study is to identify the results of external fixation of unstable fractures of distal radius and find out the best treatment options for such fractures under different clinical conditions by comparing the results for open and close fractures and analysis of similar studies. Materials and Methods: 50 cases of unstable distal radius fractures, including 25 patients with open fractures and 25 patients with close fractures, were treated by external fixation. The patients had mean age of 33 years with 3:2 male female ratio. The fracture was anatomically reduced and fixed with external fixator. The mean follow up was of 24 months. Results: Final assessment was done at 6 months postoperative follow up using the Sarmiento’s modification of Lindstrom criteria for radiological outcome, showing excellent to good results in 60% cases among open fracture group and 80% cases among close fracture group , Mayo Wrist Score for functional outcome showing excellent to good results in 52% cases among open fracture group and 76% cases among close fracture group. Long term assessment done using Jakim’s scoring system (for clinicoradiological correlation) at 24 months follow-up for all 50 patients, showed excellent to good results in 88% patients. Analysis of similar studies shows external fixation to be the most rewarding treatment option for varied clinical presentations of unstable fractures of distal radius. Conclusions: Outcome at 6 months is significantly better in close fracture group as compared to open fracture group showing that good soft tissue cover is necessary for functional fracture healing. The long-term outcome in majority of the patients (44 cases) was excellent to good showing reliability of biological ligamentotaxis under various clinical presentations as suggested by analysis of similar studies. This treatment of choice leads to clinically rewarding functional, anatomical and radiological outcomes in unstable distal radius fractures. Keywords: External fixation, ligamentotaxis, Distal radius.
Acute Scaphoidectomy and Lunocapitate Fusion for the Surgical Treatment of Compound Trans Styloid, Trans-Scaphoid, Peri-Lunate Fracture-Dislocation with Extensor Tendon Injury
Authors: Bukalsaria Divyesh V. , Kale Sachin , Samant Prakash D. , Vatkar Arvind , Dhar Sanjay , Chaudhari Prasad
Published: April 2023

Compound fracture-dislocations of proximal carpal bones are very rare. We report a 54-year-old male, laborer, who sustained a compound Gustilo Anderson type III-A dorsal wound with trans styloid, trans-scaphoid, peri-lunate dislocation with an extensor tendon injury. The patient underwent primary scaphoidectomy with Lunocapitate fusion with extensor tendon repair. On follow-up after 3 months, the patient had partial recovery of range of motion around the wrist without any significant discomfort. Keywords: Compound fracture-dislocation, Primary proximal row carpectomy, Trans-styloid trans scaphoidperilunate dislocation
Volar Radiocarpal Subluxation an Unusual Complication Following Distal Radius Fracture Fixation with Locking Plate- A Case Report
Authors: Thonse Chirag , Jain Darshan Kumar A , Dudhanale Akshay S , Chaugule Anant , Faisal Madihah
Published: April 2023

Introduction: Distal radius fractures are commonly treated by fixation using a volar locking plate. In some fracture patterns, this mode of fixation is not adequate. This case report aims to describe one such case. Case report: We report a case of a 28-year-old gentleman who presented with volar subluxation of the radiocarpal joint early in the postoperative period following fixation of the distal end radius volar locking plate. Conclusion: Volar locked plates have become the most common fixation strategy for distal radius fractures. In certain fracture patterns where a volar locking plate would be inappropriate, an alternative fixation strategy should be considered such as rim plate. Keywords: Volar locking plate, Volar rim plate, Radiocarpal dislocation
The development of global creative centers from a regional perspective: A case study of Milan’s creative industries
Authors: Shen Cheng , Zhang Xinyi , Li Xiang
Published: April 2023

With the advancement of globalization and the deepening interlock between cities globally, the research on urban culture and creative development should be expanded from a single city scale to regional and urban agglomeration scale. Creative clusters will become an important spatial scale to break the bottleneck of urban development in the future. In Europe, cities such as London, Paris, and Milan have developed creative industries and built creative clusters relatively early, and hence they gradually become global creative centers. However, there are few studies on the development of their creative industries from a regional perspective. This research uses multi-source data within the scope selected and based on comprehensive standards, to analyze regional development characteristics of creative industries in Milan, creative clusters formed with Milan as its core, and influencing factors of its development. Through the study of a global creative center from a regional perspective, references for emerging creative cities and those that require industrial transformation can be achieved.
Associations of reading language preference with muscle strength and physical performance: Findings from the Integrated Women’s Health Programme (IWHP)
Authors: Inn Joelle Tan Hwee , Wong Beverly W. X. , Chan Yiong Huak , Zhongwei Huang , Logan Susan J. S. , Cauley Jane A. , Kramer Michael S. , Yong Eu-Leong
Published: April 2023

Background

The contribution of language preference and ethnicity to muscle strength and physical performance is unclear. We examined the associations of reading language preferences with muscle strength and performance in Chinese women and compared them to other ethnicities.

Methods

The Integrated Women’s Health Programme (IWHP) cohort comprised community-dwelling, midlife Singaporean women aged 45–69. Ethnic Chinese women could choose between the English or Chinese versions of the questionnaire. Malay and Indian women were presented with the English version. Sociodemographic, reproductive, anthropometric characteristics were obtained. Hand grip strength and physical performance were objectively assessed. Visceral adiposity (VAT) was determined by Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry. Multivariable logistic regression models were used to determine independent associations of language preference/ethnicity with muscle strength and physical performance.

Results

The cohort comprised 1164 women (mean age: 56.3±6.2 years); 84.1% Chinese, 5.6% Malay, and 10.3% Indian. 315 Chinese participants (32.2%) had a Chinese-language reading preference (CLP). CLP women tended to be parous, of a lower socioeconomic status (lower proportions received tertiary education, lower employment rates and lower household income), and engaged in less physical activity compared to Chinese women with an English-language preference (ELP). This translated to a weaker hand grip strength (aOR: 1.56; 95%CI: 1.07–2.27), slower repeated chair stand (1.55; 1.12–2.13), poorer balance on tandem stand (2.00; 1.16–3.47), and a slower gait speed (1.62; 1.06–2.47). Compared to ELP women, Malay women had higher odds of poor hand grip strength (1.81; 1.12–2.93) while Indians had a higher odd of poor balance on one-leg stand (2.12; 1.28–3.52) and slow gait speeds on usual (1.88; 1.09–3.25) and narrow walks (1.91; 1.15–3.17).

Conclusions

Chinese language reading preference was associated with inferior muscle strength and physical performance. Such disparities were largest and most consistent in the CLP group, followed by Indian and Malay women compared to the ELP group. Further studies should determine if CLP-associated muscle weakness can predict adverse health outcomes.
Ultrasound dilution cardiac output and echocardiography findings in anesthetized mature alpacas (Vicugna pacos) during normotension, hypotension and hypertension
Authors: Diaz-Falcon Noelia , Clark-Price Stuart , Holland Merrilee , Johnson Jacob , Lascola Kara
Published: April 2023

Alpacas (Vicugna pacos) have physiologic adaptations to live at high altitude. These adaptations may result in unexpected responses to changes in cardiac performance and blood pressure during general anesthesia. There are few studies evaluating cardiovascular variables in anesthetized alpacas. The purpose of this study was to report cardiovascular performance in anesthetized mature alpacas during normotension, hypotension, and hypertension using ultrasound dilution and echocardiography. Six adult alpacas, 3 females and 3 castrated males, weighing 62.6 to 88.7 kg were anesthetized and maintained with isoflurane and placed in right lateral recumbency. Each alpaca underwent ultrasound dilution and echocardiography measurements during three cardiovascular phases, normotension, hypotension via increased isoflurane concentration, and hypertension via phenylephrine infusion. Variables were analyzed with a Friedman test and a post hoc Dunn’s test when significant. A p < 0.05 was used for significance. Cardiac output, cardiac index, systemic vascular resistance, stroke volume, total ejection fraction, left ventricular internal diameter during diastole, and total stroke volume indexed to body weight were greater for hypertension compared to hypotension. Total ejection fraction, stroke volume, and left ventricular ejection time were greater for hypertions compared to normotension. There was no difference between ultrasound dilution and echocardiography determined cardiac output measurements within each cardiovascular phase. Phenylephrine appeared to have increased ventricular performance and/or increased preload in anesthetized, mature alpacas. For detecting change in cardiovascular status in anesthetized alpacas, ultrasound dilution and echocardiography may be useful.
MmuPV1 E7’s interaction with PTPN14 delays Epithelial differentiation and contributes to virus-induced skin disease
Authors: Romero-Masters James C. , Grace Miranda , Lee Denis , Lei Joshua , DePamphilis Melanie , Buehler Darya , Hu Rong , Ward-Shaw Ella , Blaine-Sauer Simon , Lavoie Nathalie , White Elizabeth A. , Munger Karl , Lambert Paul F.
Published: April 2023

Human papillomaviruses (HPVs) contribute to approximately 5% of all human cancers. Species-specific barriers limit the ability to study HPV pathogenesis in animal models. Murine papillomavirus (MmuPV1) provides a powerful tool to study the roles of papillomavirus genes in pathogenesis arising from a natural infection. We previously identified Protein Tyrosine Phosphatase Non-Receptor Type 14 (PTPN14), a tumor suppressor targeted by HPV E7 proteins, as a putative cellular target of MmuPV1 E7. Here, we confirmed the MmuPV1 E7-PTPN14 interaction. Based on the published structure of the HPV18 E7/PTPN14 complex, we generated a MmuPV1 E7 mutant, E7K81S, that was defective for binding PTPN14. Wild-type (WT) and E7K81S mutant viral genomes replicated as extrachromosomal circular DNAs to comparable levels in mouse keratinocytes. E7K81S mutant virus (E7K81S MmuPV1) was generated and used to infect FoxN/Nude mice. E7K81S MmuPV1 caused neoplastic lesions at a frequency similar to that of WT MmuPV1, but the lesions arose later and were smaller than WT-induced lesions. The E7K81S MmuPV1-induced lesions also had a trend towards a less severe grade of neoplastic disease. In the lesions, E7K81S MmuPV1 supported the late (productive) stage of the viral life cycle and promoted E2F activity and cellular DNA synthesis in suprabasal epithelial cells to similar degrees as WT MmuPV1. There was a similar frequency of lateral spread of infections among mice infected with E7K81S or WT MmuPV1. Compared to WT MmuPV1-induced lesions, E7K81S MmuPV1-induced lesions had a significant expansion of cells expressing differentiation markers, Keratin 10 and Involucrin. We conclude that an intact PTPN14 binding site is necessary for MmuPV1 E7’s ability to contribute to papillomavirus-induced pathogenesis and this correlates with MmuPV1 E7 causing a delay in epithelial differentiation, which is a hallmark of papillomavirus-induced neoplasia.
Training models in Parisian fine jewellery education
Authors: de Staël Joséphine
Published: April 2023

The Haute Ecole de Joaillerie (HEJ) is the oldest jewellery school in France and lies at the heart of the institution of Parisian fine jewellery. This article examines the use of training models at the HEJ for transmitting technical and spatial expertise, resulting in fine jewellery knowledge that is standardized, evaluated and differentiated on a national and local scale. It reveals how these models connect students with the historic roots of the jewellery industry in Paris, namely the pre-modern craft guilds of goldsmiths, and also with the jewellery houses of the Place Vendôme, which emerged in the nineteenth century and are today the defining feature of Parisian fine jewellery. It is argued that the training models act as a lynchpin, linking Parisian fine jewellery across and within generations. This article contributes to literature on the growth and evolution of Parisian craft and design industries that remain recognizably identifiable with the city and their history in the face of the incursion of global markets.
The Pursuit of Pleasurable Work: Craftwork in Twenty-First Century England, Trevor H. J. Marchand (2021)
Authors: Knott Stephen
Published: April 2023

Review of: The Pursuit of Pleasurable Work: Craftwork in Twenty-First Century England, Trevor H. J. Marchand (2021)

New York and Oxford: Berghahn, 482 pp.,

ISBN 978-1-80073-274-2, h/bk, £132.00
Contested definitions of digital agri-food system transformation: A webpage and network analysis
Authors: Glaros Alesandros , Nost Eric , Nelson Erin , Klerkx Laurens , Fraser Evan D. G.
Published: April 2023

This article explores how digital agri-food system transformations are framed and by whom. To answer these questions, we searched for webpages linked to Twitter and by Google that describe the role of emerging digital technologies in agri-food systems. From these, we characterize three framings of transformation. The first framing proposes that digital tools make farms optimally productive. A second framing emphasizes inequities in access to digital tools and increased farmer participation in tech development. A third framing highlights how technology creates more traceable agri-food systems. We then conducted a social network analysis of webpage authors, finding three network clusters. The largest centres on intergovernmental and international development organizations that typically promote the first and third framings. The second framing is mostly promoted by academic and civil society actors and was least common across webpages, suggesting that digital agriculture trajectories may overlook farmer autonomy and agency. Framings vary in the degree of transformation they promote and their consideration of smaller-scale farms’ needs. We suggest that digital agri-food system transformation efforts are more diverse than typically described in the literature. We recommend public and private actors work with academics and civil society organizations to enhance farmer inclusion in designing novel transformative approaches.
Multiplex assay for the simultaneous detection of antibodies against small ruminant lentivirus, Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis, and Brucella melitensis in goats
Authors: Nájera-Rivera Héctor D. , Rodríguez-Cortez Ana D. , Anaya-Santillán María G. , Díaz-Aparicio Efrén , Ramos-Rodríguez Ariadna V. , Siliceo-Cantero Irlanda J. , Vázquez-Franco Norma C. , Nieto-Patlán Erik , De Las Peñas Alejandro , Valdés-Vázquez Liliana M. , Cobos-Marín Laura
Published: April 2023

Background and Aim: Brucellosis, paratuberculosis (PTb), and infections caused by small ruminant lentivirus (SRLV), formerly known as caprine arthritis encephalitis virus (CAEV), adversely affect goat production systems. Nonetheless, commonly used diagnostic tests can only determine one analyte at a time, increasing disease surveillance costs, and limiting their routine use. This study aimed to design and validate a multiplex assay for antibody detection against these three diseases simultaneously.

Materials and Methods: Two recombinant proteins from the SRLV (p16 and gp38), the native hapten of Brucella melitensis, and the paratuberculosis-protoplasmic antigen 3 from Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis (MAP) were used to devise and assess a multiplex assay. Conditions for the Luminex® multiplex test were established and validated by sensitivity, specificity, repeatability, and reproducibility parameters. Cut-off points for each antigen were also established.

Results: The 3-plex assay had high sensitivity (84%) and specificity (95%). The maximum coefficients of variation were 23.8% and 20.5% for negative and positive control samples, respectively. The p16 and gp38 SRLV antigens are 97% and 95%, similar to the CAEV sequence found in GenBank, respectively.

Conclusion: The multiplex test can be effectively used for the simultaneous detection of antibodies against SRLV, MAP and B. melitensis in goats.

Keywords: antibody detection, brucellosis, Luminex®, paratuberculosis, serological test, small ruminant lentivirus.
Cryptodiscus muriformis (Stictidaceae) and Gyalecta incarnata (Gyalectaceae) are new species for the lichen flora of Russia
Authors: Urbanavichus Gennady P. , Urbanavichene Irina N.
Published: April 2023

Cryptodiscus muriformis and Gyalecta incarnata are reported for the first time for Russia from the Nizhny Novgorod Region and the Murmansk Region, respectively. The locality of G. incarnata in the Khibiny is the first one beyond the Arctic Circle and the northernmost and easternmost in the world. The locality of C. muriformis in the Kerzhensky Nature Reserve is 1600 km away from the nearest known one in Sweden. A full description of C. muriformis in Russian is given. Distinguishing features from related species and the distribution of species in the world are provided.
On the genetic structure of Eversmannia subspinosa populations in Russia
Authors: Stepanova Nina Yu. , Fedorova Alina V. , Schanzer Ivan A.
Published: April 2023

We have studied the genetic structure of Eversmannia subspinosa (Fisch. ex DC.) B. Fedtsch. populations from the Russian Federation (the Bolshoe Bogdo Mt., the Astrakhan Region; Kegul’ta gully, Republic of Kalmykia) and a number of specimens from the Middle Asia (Kazakhztan and Kyrgyzstan) using inter-simple sequence repeats (ISSR) markers, sequenced nuclear (ITS 1, 2) and chloroplast markers (trnL-trnF, atpB-rbcL, rpl32-trnL(UAG), trnV-ndhC). The analysis of ISSR markers divided samples into three genetic clusters: the population from the Bolshoe Bogdo Mt., the population from the Kegul’ta gully, and samples from the Middle Asia. The population from the Kegul’ta gully appeared to be genetically variable, whereas the population from the Bolshoe Bogdo Mt. exhibited no variation. Populations from the Bolshoe Bogdo and Kegul’ta are more closely related according to the results of the chloroplast DNA analysis. At the same time, these westernmost populations turned out to be related to the samples from the Western Tian Shan: Syr-Darya Karatau, Talas Alatau (Ichkele-Too Mts.) and Kyzylorda Region of Kazakhstan.
Desenvolvimento de um aplicativo para divulgação de editais nas áreas de inovação, ciência, tecnologia e empreendedorismo essencial na promoção do acesso seletivo de informação
Authors: Santos Fabiana Arcanja dos
Published: April 2023

Anualmente dezenas de editais de fomento são publicados e disseminados na rede web através de seus próprios sites ou em sites de pesquisa e de marketing, que tem o perfil de disseminar informação nesse âmbito, fazem a obtenção de editais e os disponibilizam em bancos de dados. O desenvolvimento de mais ferramenta como aplicativos indicativo e de disseminação seletiva de editais nas áreas de captação em inovação, tecnologia e empreendedorismo para as principais agências de fomento governamentais prioritariamente (CNPq - Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico, FINEP - Financiadora de Estudos e Projetos, e CAPES - Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior), empresas que tendem publicar editais periodicamente, como as de capital aberto (Petrobrás, Eletrobras), agências de fomentos baianas FAPESB - Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado da Bahia, Coelba - Companhia de Eletricidade do Estado da Bahia, Chesf - Companhia Hidrelétrica do São Francisco e empresa privada Sebrae - Confederação Nacional das Indústrias, sem prejuízo de inserção de novas instituições quando possível, se faz pertinente para ampliar o fluxo de informações nesse contexto.
Pediatric Collagenous Gastroenteritis and Colitis Presenting as Protein-Losing Enteropathy
Authors: Remien Kailey A. , Mancuso Marisa , Watson Kevin
Published: April 2023

There is a lack of literature on pediatric collagenous colitis. This is a report of a child with collagenous gastroenteritis and colitis who presented with chronic, nonbloody diarrhea and lower extremity edema secondary to protein-losing enteropathy. Collagenous colitis is rare in children; collagenous gastroenteritis and colitis are even less documented; and this diagnosis does not typically present with protein-losing enteropathy. The pediatric patient in this report had a presentation of a rare disease. Her disease self-resolved, and she has remained asymptomatic without pharmacologic intervention. This illness should be considered in a child presenting with this constellation of symptoms.
Water pollution and its impact on the Blue Economy initiative: A lesson learned from the Kenyan Coast
Authors: Okuku Eric , Owato Gilbert , Mwalugha Catherine , Wanjeri Veronica , Kiteresi Linet , Mwangi Stephen
Published: April 2023

Water, sediment and biota samples were collected from selected locations along the Kenyan Coast. The nutrient levels in surface water were relatively elevated as a result of sewage and riverine inputs. As, Cd, Pb, Hg and Ag levels in sediment from Kilindini Harbor pose minimal threat to marine life whereas Cu, Zn and Ni in the sediment pose a moderate threat to marine life while Cr levels in the sediment may have a severe impact on marine life. The concentrations of trace metals, PCBs, and DDT in the surface sediment were lower than the ERL thus posing a low threat to marine organisms. DDD+DDE/DDT ratios were above 0.5 suggesting historical input of DDT from rivers Tana, Sabaki and Ramisi. Trace metal concentrations in biota from Mtwapa, Makupa and Tudor creeks were below the WHO permissible levels of heavy metals in fish. The study concludes that sound management of marine environment is crucial for promoting fisheries as one of the sectors of the Blue Economy.
Perceptions and Demands of Pre-service Chemistry Teachers Following the Introduction of the Teaching Practicum Semester System
Authors:   Center For Educational Research, Kim Hyunjung , Kim Sungki
Published: April 2023

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to discover the perceptions and demands of pre-servicechemistry teachers about the teaching practicum semester system. Methods: Based on previous studies, an open-ended questionnaire consisting of four items for threecategories was developed. The survey was conducted with 75 students enrolled in the departmentof C education at K university (prior to the teaching practicum: 41, after the teaching practicum:34). The collected responses were categorized for each question, with semantic key words extracted,and the frequency of each semantic key word was analyzed and then cross-validation was conducted. Results: There were positive opinions that the teaching practicum allowed students to experiencethe activities of the semester and enhance their competence as teachers, but there were also negativeopinions, with some individuals noting that it was a burden on academics and there were restrictionson classes. There was a demand for class demonstrations with feedback reflected, and it was recognizedthat a program related to class expertise was needed before the teaching practicum. Regarding theintroduction of the practicum, the needs for a platform related to practice guidance and class-relatedmaterials were the areas most requested. Conclusion: For the stable introduction of the teaching practicum semester system, concrete methodsto support pre-service teachers were deduced from this research.
Actitudes desde la clase social baja hacia la clase social alta: el papel del contacto y la ansiedad intergrupal
Authors:   Departamento de Psicología, Universidad de Atacama, Copiapó, Chile, Landabur Rodrigo , Henríquez Diego ,   Escuela de Psicología, Universidad Católica del Norte, Antofagasta, Chile
Published: April 2023

Introducción: el contacto intergrupal es un buen predictor de las actitudes positivas hacia otros grupos, relación que podría ser explicada por una menor ansiedad intergrupal. Estas asociaciones han sido analizadas entre distintos grupos, como la nacionalidad o la religión. Sin embargo, el contacto y las actitudes entre clases sociales han sido escasamente explorados. Por este motivo, analizamos el efecto mediador de la ansiedad intergrupal sobre la relación entre el contacto intergrupal y las actitudes positivas desde las personas de la clase social subjetiva baja hacia las de clase social subjetiva alta. Esperamos una relación positiva entre contacto (cantidad y calidad) y actitudes positivas, con la mediación de una menor ansiedad intergrupal. Método: en una muestra chilena no representativa (N = 118), realizamos análisis de regresiones para evaluar nuestra hipótesis. Resultados: los resultados respaldaron nuestra principal hipótesis, la cantidad y calidad del contacto fueron asociados a actitudes más positivas hacia la clase social subjetiva alta, mediada por una menor ansiedad intergrupal. Conclusiones: discutimos las implicancias para las relaciones entre clases sociales y las limitaciones asociadas a la muestra y la evaluación de la clase social.
Méndez Gómez, D. (2022). El Mapa de Atenco-Mixquiahuala: análisis toponímico y cartográfico
Authors: Favila Vázquez Mariana
Published: April 2023

Méndez Gómez, D. (2022). El Mapa de Atenco-Mixquiahuala: análisis toponímico y cartográfico. México: Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia, Instituto Nacional de Estudios Históricos de las Revoluciones de México. 430 pp., ISBN INAH 978-607-539-647-3, ISBN INEHRM 978-607-549-348-0. Edición en formato electrónico disponible en https://www.inehrm.gob.mx/recursos/Libros/El_mapa_de_Atenco_Mixquihuala.pdf
Casals Costa, V. (2020). Ribera Carbó, E. (Ed. y Pres.). Naturaleza y cultura en la evolución de la idea de parque público
Authors: Mendoza Vargas Héctor
Published: April 2023

Casals Costa, V. (2020). Ribera Carbó, E. (Ed. y Pres.). Naturaleza y cultura en la evolución de la idea de parque público. Instituto de Investigaciones Dr. José María Luis Mora (Serie: Colección Magistrales). 116 pp. ISBN 978-607-8611-83-6.
Alonso, M. (2020). Microhistorias de los zoques bajo el volcán. La erupción de El Chichonal y las transformaciones de la vida social
Authors: Hope Ponce Margarita E.
Published: April 2023

Alonso, M. (2020). Microhistorias de los zoques bajo el volcán. La erupción de El Chichonal y las transformaciones de la vida social. México: El Colegio de México, 343pp., ISBN 978-607-564-153-9.
Antecedents and consequences of islamic bank performance based on the maqashid sharia index
Authors: Salman Kautsar Riza
Published: April 2023

This study aims to obtain empirical evidence regarding the antecedents and consequences of performance based on the maqashid sharia index in Islamic banks in Indonesia. The maqashid sharia index in the literature and previous empirical research is limited to its use in the aspect of performance measurement only. This study seeks new insights into the antecedents and consequences of Islamic bank performance based on the Islamic maqashid index. The antecedent studied is the characteristics of the sharia supervisory board, while the consequences studied are Islamic social reporting. This study examines the effect of the sharia supervisory board on the maqashid sharia index in Islamic banks in Indonesia. In addition, this study also examines the effect of the maqashid sharia index on Islamic social reporting. The research sample is 11 Islamic banks in Indonesia within four years (2015-2018). This study found that the characteristics of the sharia supervisory board had a significant effect on the maqashid sharia index. The better the characteristics of the sharia supervisory board the higher the maqashid sharia index is. In addition, the maqashid sharia index has a significant effect on Islamic social reporting, meaning that the higher the maqashid sharia index, the better Islamic social reporting. The first implication is that it requires Islamic banks to pay attention to fair returns, avoid prohibited products and services, and eliminate harmful elements that result in injustice. The second implication is that it requires Islamic banks to seek to increase their profitability, redistribution of profits and welfare, and investment in the real sector.
Online Loan Application against Islamic Sharia from the Informatics Aspect
Authors: Rifai Aulia Faqih
Published: April 2023

In discussing social and organizational change, religion is one important aspect that is often overlooked despite its significant role in social life and society. Religion influences culture, customs, behavior, and communication. Several studies on the use of information technology based on religion have been carried out with a case study approach in areas such as education, economics, and health. However, none of them have incorporated the religious aspect in the application design. One of the information technology and economic products that is closely related to everyday life is online loan applications. Many studies have been conducted on online loan applications in terms of law, economics, and psychology, but they have not explored Islamic Sharia based on informatics aspects. As the main foundation for online loan applications, informatics should be the basis of studies used to consider making regulations for both general and Islamic Sharia. This study aims to conduct an in-depth analysis of Islamic Sharia values in online loan applications related to the informatics aspect. Based on the laws of OJK (Financial Services Authority) and the fatwas of MUI (Majelis Ulema Council) regarding online loan applications, it has been found that applications legally registered with the OJK have complied with Islamic Sharia as stipulated by the MUI. However, in illegal online loan applications, many detrimental problems are found that do not comply with Islamic Sharia. Therefore, it is deemed necessary to take action in the form of regulations, social education, and support for religious knowledge to address these online loan issues.
FETISISME KOMODITI DAN MISTIFIKASI DALAM IKLAN
Authors: Muzairi Muzairi
Published: April 2023

Fetisyism of commodity  is a phenomenon in which someone sees the meaning of something as inherent part of its physical existence, but actually the meaning is just created through its integration into system of meaning. As Marx says, fetisyism of commodity is phenomena, that is, seeing something as having an inherent value in it, whereas, the value is made by man. The Marx's analysis is very important in our understanding of how a product or commodity communicate a social relation (class, status, condition, role, grade, prestige) operating in a social context. Marx uses term mystification to explain false appearance or false meaning of a commodity, that actually have had a certain meaning in society.
EPISTEMOLOGI REVOLUSI ILMIAH THOMAS KUHN DAN RELEVANSINYA BAGI STUDI AL-QUR'AN
Authors: Putra Afriadi
Published: April 2023

Through his magnum opus, The Structure of Scientific Revolutions, Thomas Kuhn formed an idea of scientific development framework throughout the shifting paradigm by its stage and hierarchy that are capable to revolutionize history and philosophy of science. This scientific development's model that Kuhn presented is important espe• cially when it is placed in epistemological outline, therefore to find its relevance in various scientific fields, as well as in Islamic sciences. In Quranic studies for example, Kuhn's theory could be converted into a theoretical frame to analyze shifting paradigm of Quranic interpretation from various periods. This writing in particular examines this issue, i.e. the relevance ofThomas Kuhn's scientific revolution's theory in Quranic studies. The early assumption of this study is that the Quranic interpreters definitely employ paradigm intheir analysis, because it is inherently in their interpretation theory, intentionally or not, be used in constructing an interpretation.
DEISME DARI EDWARD HERBERT SAMPAI DAVID HUME
Authors: Muzammil Shofiyullah
Published: April 2023

This paper discusses three important thing related to deism, especially deism that developed in England. First, the emergence deism is started by Edward Herbert ideas in 1624, as consequence  and influence of the situation and condition at that time. Second, it is the growth of deism in early seventeenth century, especially by the influence of philosophy that developed by John Locke. Third, it is the rapid decline of deism after second half of seventeenth century because of David Hume's skepticism. This paper will start by the description of definition of deism, characteristic, and historical development of deism, followed by the explanation of main background that influenced its emergence. Moreover, this paper will move to the proponents of deism and their ideas which are include three different eras: the era of pioneering  from Herbert to Blount (1624-1695); the era of glory from Toland to Tindal (1696-1741); and the era of declining fromAnnet to Bolingbroke (1742-1770).
KALIGRAFI DALAM ESTETIKA ISLAM MENURUT ISMA'IL RAJIAL-FARUQI
Authors: Permatasari Dian
Published: April 2023

The calligraphy is an aesthetic expression in Islamic world. Different from another arts activities that some times created controversies,  such as the art of sculpture or the art of' living pictures', the existence of caligraphy is regarded as one of sacred arts that 'closely related' to al-Qur'an. According to Ismail Raji al-Faruqi, explained in this article, the calligraphy in Islamic world is not only have the artistic values but also have the theological  values. For Faruqi, the art is an expression  oftauhid. In this position, tauhid could be explain as the essence of aesthetic and the aesthetic is an expression of tauhid This article stated that tauhid does not confront the art's creativities and does not also face up to the aesthetics audiences.
DARI SOPHIA DAN SOPHOS (DARI KEBIJAKSANAAN DAN ORANG BIJAK SAMPAI AKAL-AKALAN)
Authors: Sudin Sudin
Published: April 2023

Sophism is always connectedwith rethoric that give high value towards language's "effectiveness". Sharp consciousness to language's functions becomes a particular critic to ontological way of thinking that structuring language to the existence of something that being expressed. Sophism believes to the effectiveness oflanguage even could create an "existence" of something that according to common understanding "not exists". Therefore, Sophia is always contradicting to sophos.
METAFISIKA MANUSIA MENURUT IMAM AL-GHAZALI
Authors: Asrizal Asrizal
Published: April 2023

The use of the term metaphysics has evolved since long to refer to things that are beyond the physical world. In everyday life, consciously or not human beings are always talking about things that smell metaphysics (trust). Humans understand the universe was created by God, but often people question how the form of God, in addition to the presence of a ghost or genie. It shows the relationship between humans and metaphysics. In this regard Imam al-Ghazali have different views in addressing the human metaphysics. Imam al-Ghazali considers humans have essentially fixed identity, as an-nafs (the soul). This paper would like to explain about the views of Imam al-Ghazali as a philosopherthe concept ofhuman metaphysics. In metaphysics Imam al-Ghazali, he based his views to the soul. The conclusion is that Imam al-Ghazali uses four terms in human metaphysics, as al-Nafs, al-Qulb, al-Ruhandal- 'Aqlused inphilosophical terms.
LAKON SEMAR MBANGUN KAHYANGAN DALAM PERSPEKTIF AKSIOLOGIS MAX SCHELER (RELEVANSINYA TERHADAP PEMBANGUNAN MENTAL MASYARAKAT)
Authors: Ronika Rima
Published: April 2023

Wayangas high culture that rich of symbols contains a lot of values that could be a guide and direction to common people in Indonesia. Lakon Semar Mbangun Kahyangan is one of lakoncarangan  that shows moral values to its audiences. Through theory of value from Max Scheler, lakon Semar Mbangun Kahyangan gets its value's meaningnot from its symbols, but from its phenomena that arisen. Max Scheler believes that symbol indeed hides its true meaning, therefore the meaning will be found by inspect to the existence of its reality. Arjuna, Sri Kresna, and Bathara Guru in reality could do badness. This is, of course, contradict with meaning of the symbols that contained in it, i.e. goodness. Therefore, the value meaning in wayang could not only be done by look as symbolic, however to inspect from the existence of its reality. As a result, the meaning will be revealed, even the value agents are changed, that will not change the goodness meaning that contained in the value agent.
KEPEMIMPINAN POLITIK PEREMPUAN DALAM PANDANGAN ISLAM
Authors: Mashuri Mashuri
Published: April 2023

The discussions and discourses about women leadership are never ending to be observed, both in common people as well as in the elites. There is a view that woman could be a leader with argument that woman leadership is possible as long as for the goodnessofpeople. Islamic thought recognizesmen's and women's "equality",Women have the same role as men in their leadership and actively encourage in that leadership. In other side, the refusal towards women's leadership also came from religious understanding. Women are supposed to be the guard of tradition and their responsibility is to preserve common believes to the next generation. Women are persuaded to stay at home, stay away from the public space. They criticize the women role outside of the domestic space. Women's carrier creates social disturbance. In their view, the women who work in public sector created unemployment among men because they should compete with women in work's market. The extreme view said that it is haram (forbidden) for women to become a public leader. This writing tries to explain Islamic view toward the women leadership.
PROBLEMATIKA PRIVASI DALAM MEDIA (KAJIAN PRIVASI SEBAGAI NILAI MORAL)
Authors: Taufik Muhamad , Muzairi Muzairi , Putra Afriadi
Published: April 2023

Discussion and research on media as a discourse could not be separated from the connection between the language that used in it, the knowledge that underlying, as well as other forms of interests and power that operating behind the language. That means, the conversation about media inevitably cannot be separated from the ideology that formed it, which is finally affects the language (style, expression, vocabulary, signs) that used and the knowledge (justice, truth, reality) that generated it. We are aware the discussion of media and communication order cannot be separated from the interests behind the media, especially the interests of the information that conveyed. Eviction ofprivacy in communication practices indeed became serious problem because it involves self-esteem, which ultimately creates many prolonged polemic. Privacy as a right or a right to control unwanted publicity, become someone's personal affairs personal because our problem has occurred mistakenly believe that a public figureby itself does not have privacy inthe public. For this reason, this research is conducted, namely the attempt to try to analyse the privacy and moral value in media that eligible to be criticized.
Filsafat sebagai hikmah: Konteks berfilsafat di dunia islam
Authors: Iqbal Imam
Published: April 2023

There is a strong impression on some that the Islamic philosophy is unoriginal, just a duplication of Greek philosophy, and has become extinct or no longer found in modern day development. According to the authors, such an impression and other negative impressions similar to it need to be evaluated and reviewed. The impression is very reductive and less proportional in assessing the existence of Islamic philosophy. One way is to put Islamic philosophy in its distinctive historical context. The author consid- ers that the use of the word $ikmah to define philosophy in the Islamic world implies a distinctive context that surrounds the birth and development of philosophy in the Islamic world, and at the same time exhibits its characteristics. This paper will try to explore and explore more in the context in question, so that the realization of philosophy in the Islamic world can photographed in a more fair and whole.[Ada kesan yang kuat pada sebagian kalangan bahwa filsafat Islam itu tidak orisinal, sekedar duplikasi dari filsafat Yunani, dan telah punah atau tidak ditemukan lagi perkembangannya pada masa modern ini. Menurut penulis, kesan semacam itu dan kesan negatif lainnya yang senada dengannya perlu dievaluasi dan ditinjau ulang. Kesan tersebut sangat reduktif dan kurang proporsional dalam menilai keberadaan filsafat Islam. Salah satu caranya adalah dengan meletakkan filsafat Islam dalam konteks kesejarahannya yang khas. Penulis memandang bahwa penggunaan kata %ikmah untuk mendefinisikan filsafat di dunia Islam menyiratkan adanya konteks khas yang mengitari kelahiran dan perkembangan filsafat di dunia Islam, dan sekaligus menunjukkan karakteristiknya. Tulisan ini akan mencoba menggali dan menelisik lebih dalam konteks yang dimaksud, sehingga perwujudan filsafat di dunia Islam dapat dipotret secara lebih adil dan utuh.]