bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
RE-DRAIN SURGERY IN PATIENTS WITH REFRACTORY GLAUCOMA
Authors: Starostina A. V. , Alferova E. A. , Adzhieva A. A. , Sidorova A. V.
Published: November 2024

The choice of surgical treatment method for patients with refractory glaucoma of various etiologies is quite complicated. The most commonly performed surgeries are implantation of drainage devices or laser treatment methods. This article presents the results of repeated drainage surgery with Ahmed valve implantation in patients with previously implanted Ex-press shunt in patients with different types of refractory glaucoma.

Objective. To present the results of surgical treatment of patients with advanced refractory glaucoma with implantation of Ahmed valve drainage after previous implantation of Ex-Press shunt.

Methods. The study included 10 patients (10 eyes) with refractory glaucoma of various etiologies who had previously undergone Ex-Press implantation and subsequently received surgery with Ahmed valve implantation.

Results. After surgical treatment, a statistically significant decrease in the level of intraocular pressure was detected in all cases. In the early postoperative period, in one case a choroidal detachment was detected. In the early postoperative period and also during the whole period of follow-up the drainage tube was in the correct position in anterior chamber. By the 6th month of follow-up hypotensive drops were required in 5 patients.

Conclusion. At decompensation of intraocular pressure after antiglaucoma surgery with Ex-Press microshunt in patients with refractory glaucoma implantation of Ahmed valve drainage showed efficacy up to 3 years.
POSSIBILITIES OF AUTOREFKERATOMETRY
Authors: Romancheva M. A. , Chukalina I. V. , Nikiforova V. A.
Published: November 2024

In modern ophthalmology, autorefkeratometry has long become a routine diagnostic study, without which it is impossible to imagine any examination. Computerized autorefkeratometers allow you to obtain a huge amount of information about the condition of the patient’s eye in a short time. At the same time, the information obtained is not always subjected to in-depth analysis.

Refractometry data should be compared with keratometry data, compared with the indicators of the paired eye, and evaluate, if possible, the dynamics of changes and their tendency. Comparison of the obtained parameters with the average statistical indicators and the age norm make it possible to establish the presence of pathology that does not belong to the field of refractive errors. Thus, the occurrence of anisometropia with similar keratometry parameters suggests opacity of the lens or vitreous pathology. Direct astigmatism is typical for young people, and oblique or reverse astigmatism is typical for patients 65+. A shift in the irido-lens diaphragm is always accompanied by a change in refraction and its instability. Keratectasias are characterized by high variability in refraction and keratometry data, while sometimes maintaining high visual acuity that does not correspond to changes in optical power. Diopter syndrome is manifested by refractive transformations in accordance with changes in the anterior-posterior axis of the eye due to retinal edema. Dry eye syndrome can be manifested by noticeable refractive instability and errors in determining keratometric parameters.

High-quality performance of autorefkeratometry, taking into account the nuances, and an in-depth analysis of the data obtained are necessary for making a diagnosis and assessing the dynamics of treatment of ocular pathology.
RESULTS OF TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH RHEGMATOGENOUS RETINAL DETACHMENT WITH RUPTURE IN THE LOWER HEMISPHERE DEPENDING ON THE SURGICAL METHOD
Authors: Sekhina O. L. , Konovalova K. I. , Fayzrakhmanov R. R. , Larina E. A.
Published: November 2024

Purpose: To evalute the efficacy of short-term tamponade of the vitreal cavity by perfluorinated compound and to analyze the morphological changes after surgical treatment of the patients with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment with rupture in the lower retinal hemisphere.

Material and methods: The analysis of surgical treatment of 31 patients with the diagnosis of primary rhegmatogenous retinal detachment in combination with proliferative vitreoretinopathy с type 1–2 with inclusion of the macular zone, with the localization of the rupture in the lower retinal hemisphere. All patients were divided into two groups depending on the tamponade vitreous cavity. I group (n = 15): first stage – vitreoretinal surgery with a tamponade of the vitreous cavity of perfluoroorganic compounds for 14 days, second stage – removal of perfluoroorganic compounds from the vitreous cavity + facoemulsification with implantation of the intraocular lens + tamponade of the natural gas mixture (С2F6). Monitoring for at least 6 months after perfluorinated compound or silicone oil removal.

Results: The preliminary results of the study showed a high effectiveness of short-term perfluorinated compound tamponade compared to the silicone oil tamponade in patients with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment with rupture in the lower hemisphere. In all 1st group patients complete retinal reattachment was achieved in all observation periods. In 2nd group, partial retinal reattachment in the lower departments in the long-term postoperative period was detected in 37.5% of cases. There was no cystic macular edema in Group 1 patients, while it occurred in Group 2 patients in 18.7%. Epiretinal fibrosis was detected in Group 1 patients in 14.3% of cases and in Group 2 patients in 31.2% of cases during the whole observation period.

Conclusion: The results of the conducted study confirm the effectiveness of the use of short-term tamponade of the vitreous cavity of perfluorinated compound in the treatment of patients with retinal detachment at the localization of a tear in the lower retinal hemisphere. This method improves the anatomical results of vitreoretinal surgery in this category of patients and helps to reduce the number of postoperative complications.
A CLINICAL CASE OF SUCCESSFUL SURGICAL TREATMENT OF A LATE-PRESENTING PATIENT WITH TRAUMATIC FLAP DISLOCATION AFTER FEMTOLASIK
Authors: Turygina N. A. , Belogurova A. V. , Antonyuk S. V.
Published: November 2024

FemtoLASIK is a frequently performed refractive surgery, one of the complications of which is flap dislocation. Most often, this condition is accompanied by decreased vision, pain, lacrimation, which makes patients immediately visit ophthalmologist. This article describes a case of a patient who came to the clinic only on the fourth day after the flap displacement due to blunt eye trauma. By this time, the patient’s corneal flap had significant edema, was folded and displaced with exposure of the stromal bed, which was epithelialized over 2/3 of the area. The surgical treatment of this patient with restoration of anatomical structures, as well as visual functions exceeding the maximum-corrected at the preoperative stage is presented. The treatment provided a stable result for 15 months after the performed reposition.
ANALYSIS OF OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY DATA IN PATIENTS WITH VARIOUS VARIANTS OF THE GLAUCOMA PROCESS
Authors: Kalinin M. E. , Faizrakhmanov R. R. , Pavlovskii O. A.
Published: November 2024

Today, about 537 million people in the world aged 20 to 79 suffer from diabetes mellitus, in 3% of cases neovascular glaucoma is diagnosed, threatening vision loss. Neovascular glaucoma is one of the most aggressive forms of secondary glaucomas and is often refractory to standard treatment methods. In domestic and foreign literature, there is no single standard for choosing the tactics of surgical treatment of patients with neovascular glaucoma against the background of diabetic retinopathy. In this regard, studies aimed at studying the morphofunctional parameters of eyes with neovascular glaucoma against the background of diabetic retinopathy acquire not only theoretical but also obvious practical interest. In the course of further development of methods for complex effects on eye structures to reduce intraocular pressure and progression of the glaucoma process. An analysis of optical coherence tomography images of 51 patients (51 eyes) was conducted, and the main aspects were identified for further use in choosing the tactics of surgical intervention.
Identification and Characterisation of Pyrimidine Nucleoside 2'-Hydroxylase
Authors: Genz Ferdinand , Friedrich Florian , Lönarz Christoph , Einsle Oliver , Jung Manfred , Müller Michael , Fessner Nico D.
Published: November 2024

Functionalisation of nucleosides at the 2'-position has become an important modification for therapeutic purposes to tailor pharmacological properties. Chemical synthesis of these molecules is challenging, and recent studies have explored bottom-up strategies with enzymes of the nucleoside salvage pathway and late-stage functionalisation capabilities. More than 55 years ago, a pyrimidine nucleoside 2'-hydroxylase (PDN2'H) activity was described in three fungal species. However, the corresponding protein sequences have never been reported. This study describes the identification and characterisation of PDN2'H from Neurospora crassa, which naturally hydroxylates thymidine at the 2'-position as now verified by NMR. Site-directed mutagenesis confirmed the protein to be an α-ketoglutarate-/Fe(II)-dependent dioxygenase. We performed investigation of its substrate scope, phylogeny, thermostability and elucidated the enzymatic mechanism with help of PDN2'H’s crystal structure co-crystallised with thymidine. This work adds a long sought-after and important nucleoside-modifying protein to the biocatalytic portfolio.
Reference Electrode-Free Electrochemical Detection Using a Bare Interdigitated Array Electrode and Initial Counterbalancing O2 Reduction
Authors: Kim Jihyeon , Park Seonhwa , Yang Haesik
Published: November 2024

In this study, we introduce a reference electrode-free two-electrode system that utilizes the electrochemical reduction of naturally dissolved O2 in aqueous solutions to counterbalance the oxidation of 4-aminophenol (AP) at an Au interdigitated array electrode. This system minimizes the potential variation at the working electrode and eliminates the need for a large potential difference between the two electrodes. The oxidation of AP produces 4-quinoneimine, inducing electrochemical-electrochemical (EE) redox cycling. Operating in phosphate-buffered saline (pH 7.4) ensures a low anodic background current within a potential range where AP (formal potential = 0.07 V vs Ag/AgCl) undergoes oxidation. Concurrently, the reduction of O2 occurs effectively near 0.0 V. This setup enables the application of a small potential difference (0.3 V) to simultaneously achieve AP oxidation and O₂ reduction, followed by efficient EE redox cycling. Unwanted side reactions involving O₂ and H₂O₂ are minimal and do not interfere with the redox cycling. We applied this system to detect proteases (3CL protease from coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and aminopeptidase N) that catalyze the release of AP from electro-inactive AP-conjugated peptides. Our approach demonstrates the potential for efficient EE re-dox cycling without requiring a reference electrode and added redox species.
Editorial Address & Advisory Board
Authors: Oegema Gerbern , Rosini Amanda , MacLeod Elyse , Ricker Aaron
Published: November 2024

The second issue of volume five of the Journal of the Council for Research on Religion (JCREOR) is a special issue,  From Indigenous ‘Religions’ to Indigenous Values. Planned and realized in collaboration with Philip P. Arnold (Syracuse University), the Indigenous Values Initiative (IVI), and the American Indian Law Alliance (AILA), this volume offers a collection of responses and articles that speak to the themes and tensions noted in the Report on Indigenous Religious Freedom or Belief, presented by the United Nation’s Office of the External Special Rapporteur on Religious Freedom or Belief, which we have gained special permission to republish here in full. This issue provides input on the report but also examines the restrictions and limitations imposed by the categories of religion and/or belief when working with Indigenous nations and communities.
The responses to Special Rapporteur Ahmed Shaheed’s report discuss not only the usefulness of the categories of religion and belief but also their limitations, which hinder much-needed discussions about Indigenous values and sovereignty. The articles address the historical injustices faced by Indigenous nations and communities in the name of religious freedom, the need for decolonial approaches to the study of religion, and the colonial tensions created by the categories of religious freedom and belief and their relationship to the Doctrine of Christian Discovery. The issue concludes with a reflection by the Special Rapporteur.
MECHANISMS AND MEASURES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENERGY SOURCES IN ALGERIA IN LIGHT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Samir Ammari , Fatma Hallouz , Eddine Ikhlef Djamel , Lyes Boudjaada
Published: November 2024

Objective: The aim of this study is to examine the sustainable use of energy sources in Algeria, focusing on the need to improve the efficiency of managing non-renewable resources in light of increasing global energy consumption and its environmental impacts. Given that Algeria heavily relies on non-renewable energies, the research addresses the importance of enhancing the sustainability of these sources to align with global development goals.
 
Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework discusses the role of energy in global economies, particularly emphasizing the environmental challenges posed by non-renewable energy sources. It explores concepts related to sustainable development, resource management, and the importance of aligning national energy policies with global sustainability standards.
 
Methodology: The study utilizes a comprehensive review of existing literature and energy consumption data in Algeria. It assesses current resource management practices, explores policy frameworks, and identifies opportunities for improving energy efficiency and sustainability. The methodology includes both qualitative and quantitative analyses to provide a holistic understanding of the issue.
 
Findings: The results indicate that Algeria's heavy reliance on non-renewable energy sources necessitates immediate action to improve resource management efficiency. The study highlights key areas where policy improvements can lead to more sustainable use of energy, ultimately contributing to long-term economic and environmental stability.
 
Research, Practical & Social Implications: The study has significant implications for energy policy development in Algeria, offering insights into how the country can better manage its non-renewable energy resources. Practically, it suggests actionable strategies for improving energy efficiency and aligning with global sustainability goals. Socially, the research emphasizes the importance of addressing energy consumption patterns to reduce environmental harm and ensure sustainable development.
 
Originality/Value: The value of the study lies in its focus on Algeria, providing context-specific insights into sustainable energy management. It highlights the urgent need for improving the efficiency of non-renewable resource use in a country that heavily depends on such sources, while offering practical recommendations for policy makers to foster sustainable development in the energy sector.
THE IMPACT OF BUSINESS ETHICS ON ENHANCING KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT PROCESSES IN ALGERIAN ENTERPRISES - ALGERIA TELECOM CORPORATION AS A MODEL
Authors: Taibi Abdelatif , Sekher Ahmed , Saida Abdelkarim
Published: November 2024

Purpose: The study aims to shed light on the role of business ethics in the application of knowledge management processes in the Algerian Telecommunications Corporation, Ouargla Unit.
 
Methodology: The descriptive analytical approach was adopted into a sample consisting of 30 workers, and in order to obtain information regarding the study, the questionnaire tool was relied upon, and in order to analyze the data, the SPSS program was used.
 
Results: The study concluded that there were no statistically significant differences in the workers' answers to business ethics in the application of knowledge management processes attributed to personal variables at a significance level of 0.05. There is a statistically significant effect of the dimensions of business ethics combined in the application of knowledge management processes combined at a significance level of 0.05. Whereas, the explanatory variable (business ethics) explains 71.9% of the variance in knowledge management processes.
 
Practical Implications: The findings suggest that businesses aiming to enhance their knowledge management processes should focus on fostering business ethics in services and public relations. Attention to these areas can yield a stronger competitive advantage.
 
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the understanding of how different elements of business ethics affect knowledge management processes in Algerian enterprises context.
Validation of Double Constant and Falling Head Permeameter for Determination of Hydraulic Conductivity of Soils in the Laboratory
Authors: Almeida Brivaldo Gomes de , Da Silva Santos Edson Marlon , Freire Fernando José , Duarte Guedes Cabral de Almeida Ceres , Dos Santos Silva Talmo Henrique , Telles Lima Ana Lua , Anunciato Mota Jaedson Cláudio
Published: November 2024

The objective of this research was to validate alternative equipment for determining the hydraulic conductivity of saturated soil (Ksat) in laboratory settings. The aim was to develop a single piece of equipment that could be used to carry out tests using both the constant-head permeameter (CHP) and the falling-head permeameter (FHP) methods with minimal disturbance to the samples. To this end, undisturbed soil samples were collected (in volumetric cylinders with 100 and 250 cm3) from three soil profiles with different textures to evaluate the sensitivity of the double permeameter (DP) in determining Ksat, considering the method, the sample size, and the textural class of the soils. To assess the efficacy of the DP in estimating Ksat, the coefficient of variation (CV) was determined for the two methods (CHP and FHP), the sample size (100 and 250 cm3), and the applied hydraulic head (cwc) (constant: 1.5 and 2.5 cwc; falling: Δhi, upper limit, h1 = 67.6 and h2 = 57.6 cwc; Δhii, medium limit, h1 = 49.3 and h2 = 39.3 cwc; and Δhiii, lower limit, h1 = 31.3 and h2 = 21.3 cwc). The results indicate that the DP may be employed as an alternative permeameter for Ksat tests employing the CHP and FHP methods. The most favorable statistical coefficients were observed in tests conducted with samples of a sandy texture (Profile 3, Ap horizon), particularly those with a larger volume (250 cm3), for both the CHP and FHP methods, irrespective of the applied hydraulic head. The equipment can be utilized within the full range of methodological limits employed in this study, and the appropriate limit must be selected according to the physical properties of the soil to be employed in the tests.
Treatment uptake among notified cases of hepatitis C virus infection in Norway, 1990 to 2022: a registry-based study to monitor progress towards elimination
Authors: Whittaker Robert , Midgard Håvard , Dalgard Olav , Kløvstad Hilde
Published: November 2024

Background

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is targeted for elimination as a public health threat by 2030. The World Health Organization goal for treatment uptake is ≥ 80% among cases diagnosed with an active HCV infection (RNA- or core antigen-positive), maintained for 2 years.

Aim

To calculate treatment uptake, time from diagnosis to treatment start and complete treatment dispensation among notified cases of HCV infection in Norway.

Method

We linked national data on notified cases diagnosed from 1990–2022 to dispensed prescriptions for HCV treatment from January 2004–February 2023 and data on residence status at the end of 2022. We described treatment uptake by demographic and epidemiological characteristics. We calculated the median number of months from diagnosis to treatment start by year. For direct-acting antiviral treatment periods, complete dispensation was based on the treatment and number of defined daily doses.

Results

Among 12,178 notified cases that had an active infection at diagnosis and were still resident, 10,091 (83%) had received treatment. Uptake among resident cases was > 80% in 2021 and 2022. The median number of months from diagnosis to treatment decreased over time to 3 (interquartile range: 1–5) among cases diagnosed in 2021 and 2022. From 2015–22, 89–93% of direct-acting antiviral treatment periods annually had complete treatment dispensed.

Conclusion

Norway has achieved the elimination goal for treatment uptake among notified cases diagnosed with an active HCV infection. This highlights the benefit of a strategy that includes unrestricted, simplified and integrated treatment options.
Measuring hospital antibiotic consumption in EU/EEA countries: comparison of different metrics, 2017 to 2021
Authors: Rubinić Igor , Leung Vivian H , Högberg Liselotte Diaz , Monnet Dominique L , Vlahović-Palčevski Vera ,   ESAC-Net study group
Published: November 2024

Background

Antibiotic resistance poses a considerable public health threat, with data-driven stewardship a main prevention measure. While quantifying antibiotic consumption is a key component of antibiotic stewardship programmes, the choice of denominator for calculating this metric can impact comparative analyses and trend evaluations substantially, influencing targeted stewardship interventions.

Aim

We aim to evaluate how using hospital sector-specific antibiotic consumption rate denominators at country level impacts country rankings and trends, addressing the limitations of the commonly used 'defined daily doses (DDD) per 1,000 inhabitants per day' metric.

Methods

Hospital antibiotic consumption data from ESAC-Net and denominator data from Eurostat (‘inhabitants,’ ‘bed-days’ and ‘discharges’) for 2017–2021 were used to calculate hospital antibiotic consumption rates for 24 reporting European Union/ European Economic Area (EU/EEA) countries. Countries were ranked by their consumption rates and trends were analysed to assess the effects of using different denominators.

Results

Country rankings and 5-year trend analyses varied depending on the denominator used. Antibiotic consumption rates were more similar when using hospital activity-based denominators ‘bed-days’ and ‘discharges’ compared with the population-based ‘inhabitants’ denominator. Differences in country rankings and trends were also seen among rates derived using ‘bed-days’ and ‘discharges’.

Conclusion

The study underscores the importance of using hospital activity-based denominators such as ‘bed-days’ and ‘discharges’ when evaluating hospital antibiotic consumption. ESAC-Net’s historical reliance on only ‘DDD per 1,000 inhabitants per day’ is challenged, advocating for the use of multiple hospital activity-based denominators. Corresponding hospital activity denominators for ESAC-Net data will more effectively inform national hospital antibiotic stewardship interventions.
MEDIATORS OR MAGICIANS? THE MEDIATOR’S PSYCHOLOGICAL CRAFT IN MIRACULOUSLY RESOLVING MOST COMPLEX LEGAL DISPUTES AMICABLY
Authors: Mishra Ashutosh , Shukla Shruti
Published: November 2024

There are so many cases in Indian Judiciary for which after a period of time, even the litigants give up the hope of them being resolved. But when the same cases get referred to Mediation, it has been witnessed that quite often they end up not just settling amicably but the parties at disputes also come back together. When the conflict is same, the parties in the conflict are same then what does actually change is the process and approach that was used to solve the dispute. Mediation is the ship that travels at the will and self-determination of the parties and the reaches to its shore. But like every ship needs a captain for it to travel in the both, the peaceful oceans and the cross through the fierce storm, Mediation also is impossible without a skillful Mediator who plays the role of the captain in this process. The Mediator uses his skill to help the parties get a clear vision through the storm of their dispute and helps them analyze how deep they are in waters. What are the chances of their survival if they travel solo and what if they come together. The Mediator helps the parties realize their actual intent and whether they want to continuously keep travelling at the ocean or actually reach the shore too. For all of this self-deliberation of the parties, the Mediator has to keep an extremely balanced state of mind and emotion to actually make this happen. The Mediator has to be very cautious about the length and breadth of his role and the extent to which he gets involved. This paper discusses about the soft skills and crucial role that the Mediator plays that shifts the psychology of the parties from dispute to amicable settlements even after hating and fighting with each other for years.
Potensi dan Peluang Akomodasi Alternatif Glamour Camping (Glamping) di Kawasan Destinasi Pariwisata Sembalun Kabupaten Lombok Timur
Authors: Antoni Yoyok
Published: November 2024

The aim of the research carried out was to determine the potential and opportunities for the availability of alternative Glamping accommodation in the Sembalun tourism destination area, East Lombok district, as well as to determine the calculation of Location Quotient (LQ), Specialization Index, Shift Share and Net Shift (PB) in analyzing the potential and opportunities for provision. alternative accommodation. The research methodology used in this research is a type of descriptive quantitative research based on the calculation of the Specialization Index, Location Quotient (LQ), and Shift Share. With a rational-comprehensive approach. Types and sources of data in this research, primary and secondary data, with data collection techniques in literature and direct observation or observations. The results of this research show that the specialization index calculation for 17 (seventeen) sectors based on current prices obtained values ​​of 0.31; 0.30 and 0.26. Meanwhile, based on constant prices, the IS value obtained for 3 (three) years was 0 .62; 0.54; 0.46, the value of the specialization index is close to one. For the combined calculation of LQ and Net Shift, it is known that the accommodation, food and drink provision sector have a value of LQ > 1, and PB > 1, which means that the agricultural sector in a broad sense is based on current and constant prices. for 3 years has a stable LQ value which means the potential and opportunities to build and develop accommodation in tourism destinations, are still quite large.
Assessing the Economic Contributions of Islamic and Conventional Banks in Asian OIC Countries
Authors: Hambali Muhammad Soleh , Muhsyaf Saipul Arni
Published: November 2024

This study explores the differential impacts of Islamic and conventional banks on economic growth within Asian member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Utilizing a dataset of 1,846 observations from eight OIC countries, panel regression techniques are employed to assess the effects of these banking models on key economic growth indicators: GDP growth and GDP per capita growth. The analysis reveals that Islamic banks have a significantly greater positive impact on both GDP growth and GDP per capita growth compared to conventional banks. The findings highlight that Islamic banking principles, such as risk-sharing and asset-backed financing, contribute to a more stable and inclusive financial environment, enhancing overall economic development. The results underscore the importance of promoting Islamic banking alongside conventional banking to foster sustainable economic growth. Policymakers and financial regulators should consider incorporating the strengths of Islamic banking into regulatory frameworks to improve financial stability and resilience. Future research should investigate the long-term impacts of Islamic and conventional banking on economic growth across different regions and economic conditions, as well as the interplay between regulatory environments and financial sector performance.
A Systemic Functional Linguistic Analysis of Mood Structures in News Coverage of Anies Baswedan’s Speech During Presidential Election Debates in The Jakarta Post and TEMPO.CO
Authors: Haritsyah Yevis , Sawirman Sawirman , Zulprianto Zulprianto
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study is to use Halliday’s Systemic Functional Linguistics viewpoint to uncover the interpersonal meanings that are realized in five selected news articles from The Jakarta Post and TEMPO.CO. This study employed a qualitative method. The data source is two articles from The Jakarta Post and three articles from TEMPO.CO, all under the categories of the 2024 presidential election debate. The data were collected through textual analysis and close reading techniques. The results of this research are as follows: (1) The declarative mood is frequently used across all five articles with 97% for TJP and 99% for TC. The sentences are mostly realized by temporal deicticity, while modality appears in small percentages. (2) Both TJP and TC potray Anies Baswedan positively but with different emphases. TJP highlights Baswedan’s personal attributes and political background. TC emphasizes Baswedan’s political expertise and policy proposals. This distinction in focus reflects the different strategies employed by TJP and TC to shape public perception during the election period. TJP and TC employ similar tenor patterns where they position themselves as equals to their readers and conveying a positive tone in their interactions.
Analisis Produk UMKM Sektor Makanan Kota Mataram Pada Aspek Loyalitas Pelanggan (Studi Pada Produk Tahu Abian Tubuh)
Authors: Ilhamudin Muhammad , Hilmiati Hilmiati , Rusminah Rusminah
Published: November 2024

This study aims to assess customer loyalty toward Abian Tubuh tofu, one of Mataram City's flagship products. Using a descriptive research approach, the study seeks to provide insights into customer loyalty, a key aspect of consumer behavior theory. A sample survey method was employed, selecting several tofu markets in Mataram City as research locations. The population includes all customers who purchase tofu at these markets, with purposive sampling used to select respondents based on the research objectives. Given the unknown total population, a sample of 100 respondents was determined. The analysis utilized the Net Promoter Score (NPS) model to measure and understand customer loyalty levels. This study builds upon previous research focusing on the same product, Abian Tubuh tofu, in Mataram. Customer loyalty, a critical aspect of consumer behavior, needs periodic evaluation to ensure continued purchases and customer retention. Findings indicate that customers are highly loyal to Abian Tubuh tofu, based on various product attributes such as taste, price, aroma, texture, and nutritional content. The strong perception of product quality leads customers to recommend it to friends and colleagues. Marketers should maintain and enhance this level of loyalty to ensure business sustainability in the future.
Reconocimiento y valoración de los espacios verdes informales del barrio Agüita de la Perdiz (Concepción): Un Análisis Espacial y Comunitario
Authors:   , Arancibia Soto Oliver
Published: November 2024

Los espacios verdes en las ciudades son relevantes para resguardar la sustentabilidad urbana y brindar diversos servicios ecosistémicos. Sin embargo, en muchas ciudades aún existen brechas que limitan el acceso a espacios verdes originándose injusticias ambientales, afectando particularmente a los barrios de bajos ingresos. En la literatura ha surgido el concepto de los espacios verdes informales, referidos a aquellos no planificados ni reconocidos oficialmente por las autoridades. Estos espacios pueden ofrecer servicios ecosistémicos complementarios y su evaluación es crucial para entender sus contribuciones en el entorno urbano. El siguiente estudio abordó el reconocimiento de espacios verdes informales en el barrio Agüita de la Perdiz (Concepción), el cual posee características de asentamiento informal y no posee espacios verdes mantenidos por las autoridades. El objetivo general del trabajo fue reconocer y valorar los espacios verdes informales al interior del barrio, integrando técnicas de levantamiento de información, que incluyan la observación directa y los saberes de la comunidad. Se utilizaron metodologías combinadas para explorar estos espacios y caracterizarlos. Estas fueron: levantamiento in situ y mapeo participativo con la comunidad del barrio. A partir de la información recogida por ambas técnicas, se abordó un análisis sobre 23 espacios verdes informales encontrados en el barrio. Los resultados evidencian la importancia de los espacios verdes pequeños, de tamaños que van desde 1 m2 hasta 145 m2, los cuales son apropiados y transformados por acciones comunitarias en jardines y se ubican en los bordes de calles, escaleras y micrositios. Mientras que los espacios más grandes como terrenos abandonados están más distantes de las viviendas, pero contribuyen a la socialización y el contacto con la naturaleza. Estas expresiones son similares a las encontradas en otros asentamientos informales de Latinoamérica, lo que refuerza la importancia de la participación comunitaria en la creación y mantenimiento de estos espacios cuando no existen espacios verdes formales. Los hallazgos instan a los investigadores a ampliar el concepto de espacios verdes informales en contextos de asentamientos informales, a visibilizar el rol de los espacios pequeños y las acciones comunitarias que contribuyen a su preservación y valoración. También se recomienda a los planificadores considerar las experiencias y formas de habitar de las comunidades con sus espacios verdes pequeños, para que cuando se proyecten espacios verdes como plazas o parques, los primeros puedan complementar a los segundos en términos de beneficios ecosistémicos. El estudio contribuye a una mejor comprensión del concepto de espacios verdes informales y su relevancia en contextos de un asentamiento informal latinoamericano.
Morphological study of lead halide perovskites cast at different spin velocities.
Authors:   , Benito Noelia
Published: November 2024

The present work centers on the use of dynamic scaling theory when dealing with processes which do not depend on deposition times. Our hypothesis is that through film thickness one can successfully calculate the critical exponents of a system, classifying it and understanding the role that the controlled variable dominating the material dispersion process has on structure formation. This hypothesis was tested by studying the effects of spin velocity on film morphology for lead halide perovskite, synthesized by way of spin-coating, setting different top speeds at 600, 700, 800, 900, 1000, 1500 and 2000[RPM]. The first part of the document deals with the theory of semiconductors in order to understand what type of material we are working with and the characterization method of X-ray diffraction. Then, a chapter is dedicated to dynamic scaling theory which is the base of our statistical analysis and the main part of our hypothesis, since is how we calculate the critical exponents. Finally, the results obtained from X-ray diffraction, sample imaging, statistical analysis of the films and computed critical exponents are shown in the fifth chapter, where we compare the use of different statistical tools, specifically the auto-correlation function, heigh-height correlation function and the software WSXM. When it comes to the specific characterization techniques, tetragonal phase perovskite fabrication was confirmed thanks to X-ray diffraction, with the spin velocity having an slight effect on crystallite size. Atomic force microscopy was used for sample imaging and profilometry, done at our laboratory, with the statistical analysis of height distribution done using Dynamic scaling theory. We successfully obtained exponents which correspond to a one dimensional KPZ system, proving our hypothesis correct when it comes to the use of thickness instead of time for dynamic scaling analysis.
Research Article Abstracts in Management Sciences Written by Thai EFL Scholars: An Analysis of Rhetorical Moves, Verb Tenses and Voices
Authors: Suraprajit Prathomwat
Published: November 2024

Research article (RA) abstracts play a critical role in disseminating research findings, particularly challenging for non-native English speakers. While prior studies have explored the move analysis of RA abstracts across various subjects, the management sciences—a globally prominent field—have received less attention. This study addresses this gap by examining the rhetorical move patterns, verb tense usage, and voice constructions in 200 RA abstracts from Thai tier 1 management journals written by Thai scholars. The results showed that: 1) the Purpose-Method-Product structure was the most commonly employed move pattern; 2) present simple tense was mostly found in the Introduction, Purpose, and Conclusion sections, while past simple tense was preferred in the Method and Result sections; and 3) active voice was frequently used in the Introduction, Purpose, Product, and Conclusion sections, with a mix of active and passive voice mainly appearing in the Method section. The findings of the present study offer valuable insights for academic writing course developers, material designers, lecturers, and novice researchers, enhancing their understanding of RA abstract writing and supporting their integration into scientific communities.
Cognitive-Functional Approaches to Transgender Language: Understanding Gender through Mental Representations
Authors: Kuriakose Sara Eliana , K. Maragathavel
Published: November 2024

This study employs cognitive-functional linguistic approaches to examine the mental representations of gender in contemporary transgender literature. By analysing a corpus of transgender narratives, we investigate how cognitive mechanisms such as conceptual metaphors, image schemas, and categorisation processes contribute to the linguistic construction and expression of gender identity. Our findings reveal prevalent conceptual metaphors like ‘gender as a journey’ and ‘identity as a construction,’ which provide insights into the cognitive framing of transgender experiences. Image schemas, particularly those related to containment and transformation, emerge as significant in describing gender transitions. The study also uncovers unique categorisation patterns and prototype effects in gender-related language, reflecting the complex and fluid nature of gender identities. These cognitive-functional patterns not only illuminate the mental representations underlying transgender language but also offer a deeper understanding of how language shapes and is shaped by gender experiences. The research contributes to both transgender studies and cognitive linguistics, demonstrating the potential of this interdisciplinary approach in exploring gender identity through language. Our findings have implications for fostering more inclusive language practices and enhancing communication about gender diversity.
The Postmodern Transformation of Language through Social Media, Memes, Emojis, and GIFs: A Study Among Selected North Indian University Students
Authors: Reena Nagpal  , Ishfaq Ahmad Tramboo  , Sinoj Antony
Published: November 2024

This study explores how digital communication technologies—a consequence of late capitalism—have changed language usage. The study looks at how GIFs, memes, emojis, and social media language have evolved and how postmodern cultural logic is embodied in these forms of communication. Based on Fredric Jameson's theory that postmodernism is the cultural logic of late capitalism, the study highlights the digital forms' inherent fragmentation, intertextuality, and pastiche. It focuses on how language has evolved to reflect postmodern society's hyperreal and dispersed structure by becoming more context-dependent, expressive, and visual. The study employs a mixed-methods approach to examine how social media content is analyzed and to obtain perspectives on various communicative forms from 300 university students in Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana. The findings imply that, in addition to changing language, digital communication technologies have also introduced new forms of expression that combine text, image, and emotion, challenging established linguistic theories. This study advances our knowledge of language in the digital era and has implications for the larger cultural shifts these developments signify.
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Interactive M-Learning in Fostering EFL Vocabulary for Enhanced Speaking Proficiency
Authors: Khan Raja Muhammad Ishtiaq , Alharbi Majed Abdullah , Radzuan Noor Raha Mohd
Published: November 2024

This study aims to assess the impact of interactive vocabulary learning via WhatsApp on the speaking proficiency of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in Saudi Arabia. Drawing on Krashen’s input Hypothesis and Cognitive Theories of Multimedia Learning, the research employs a quantitative approach involving sixty EFL learners from an English language foundation program. Two pre-formed elementary-level groups were randomly assigned as control and experimental groups. The findings indicate that the intervention group showed significant improvements in both vocabulary and speaking tests. To maximize WhatsApp’s effectiveness, it is recommended that content be dynamically designed to accommodate diverse learners, include both genders in future studies, and incorporate video clips and additional images to enhance vocabulary learning and speaking proficiency, with careful planning of vocabulary activities being crucial.
Flow, Stagnation, and Renewal: Understanding the Symbolic Dimensions of Water in Anuradha Roy’s ‘An Atlas of Impossible Longing’
Authors: Revathy Janarthanan  , Murugavel Sundaramoorthy  , Aravind Banumathi Rajamanickam  , Pitchaimani Amudha
Published: November 2024

Water is one of nature's gifts to the earth, carrying a multitude of meanings and interpretations based on its context. Water in literature is studied from a variety of theoretical perspectives due to its rich symbolism and different narrative roles. This paper aims to explore Indian writer Anuradha Roy’s novel, "An Atlas of Impossible Longing," through Gaston Bachelad’s water symbolism theory and investigates how numerous types of water bodies, including rivers, ponds, and rain, each with its own meanings and thematic importance, with the river playing a central part in the novel. This study explores the symbolism of water through three key themes: "Flow and Transformation," "Stagnation and Reflection," and "Renewal and Destruction." It examines how water functions as both a healing and destructive force in human life. Using a qualitative approach, the study combines textual analysis with theoretical interpretation based on Gaston Bachelard’s symbolism theory from Water and Dreams: An Essay on the Imagination of Matter. Through a close reading of the novel, it highlights how water serves as a metaphorical device, reflecting characters’ emotional states, personal growth, and existential challenges. This research stands out by providing a comprehensive analysis of how Anuradha Roy integrates water symbolism in contemporary Indian Literature through her narrative structure and highlights its multidimensional role in the story. The novelty lies in its comparative analysis of Roy’s water imagery with broader literary traditions, creating new insights into how water symbolism functions both as an ecological signifier and a transformative metaphor in the human experience.
Career Exploration and Career Adaptation in Middle School Students: The Moderating Effect of Perceived Parental Expectations
Authors: Liu Tianlin , Yue Junqing , Liang ZeRen , Liu Shixiang
Published: November 2024

Good career adaptability is the bridge for students to enter the society successfully. In recent years, the employment situation is more and more severe, and the employment pressure continues to move to the middle school group, and the career adaptability of middle school students and its influencing factors have gradually become an important issue in career development. Therefore, this study focuses on the group of middle school students and discusses the influence of personal factors and family factors on their career adaptability.In order to explore the relationship between middle school students' career exploration and career adaptation, and the role of parents' expectation perception in it.In this study, Career Resilience Scale, Career Exploration Scale and Parents' Expectations perceived by Middle school students were adopted.A questionnaire survey was conducted among 340 non-graduating students from three middle schools in Beijing. SPSS 21.0, AMOS plug-in and Process plug-in were used to analyze the data. The results show that there are significant differences in perceived parental expectations by gender and school level. There is a significant positive correlation between perceived parental expectation and career exploration and career adaptation, and a significant negative correlation between career exploration and career adaptation. There is a significant correlation between the dimensions of middle school students' career exploration, perceived parents' expectations, career adaptability and their total scores, and perceived parents' expectations play a moderating role between middle school students' career exploration and career adaptability.
Principles of ESP Teaching Activity Design - Taking Industrial Design English as an Example
Authors: Wang Qiuyao  , Sun Zhao
Published: November 2024

Contemporary university English instruction typically exhibits issues such as antiquated pedagogical notions and a monolithic teaching approach. Conventional teacher-centered instruction, characterised by a lack of interactivity and an inability to completely engage students’ drive to learn, directly results in students' inefficacy in the classroom and suboptimal teaching outcomes, a phenomenon also observed in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) instruction. Crafting effective instructional activities that engage students actively and stimulate their interest can augment both learning efficiency and teaching effectiveness.