bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Matematik Eğitimi Alanında Matematik Okuryazarlığı Üzerine Yapılan Çalışmaların Tematik İçerik Analizi
Authors: ERDOĞAN Esra , ARSLAN Çiğdem
Published: September 2023

Bu çalışmanın amacı matematik okuryazarlığı üzerine yapılan çalışmaların tematik içerik analizi yöntemiyle genel eğilimlerini ortaya koymaktır. Bu amaçla Web of Science Core Collection veritabanında bulunan ve Social Sciences Citation Index atıf indeksinde taranan makalelerden yararlanılmıştır. Araştırmanın amacına uygun olacak şekilde filtrelenmiş 35 makalenin tam metnine ulaşılarak analizi yapılmıştır. Çalışmada elde edilen veriler araştırmacılar tarafından oluşturulan matris kullanılarak çözümlenip basit istatistiksel yöntemlere ve içerik analizine tâbi tutulmuştur. Çalışma kapsamına alınan 35 makale yayınlandığı yıl, yayınlandığı dergi adı, çalışmanın yapıldığı ülke, atıf sayısı, anahtar kelimeleri, örneklem/veri seti, örneklem büyüklüğü, veri toplama aracı, veri analiz tekniği, gerekçe, amaç, yöntem, sonuç ve öneri gibi değişkenler açısından incelenmiştir. Araştırmanın sonucunda kalabalık örneklem gruplarıyla çalışıldığı, ağırlıklı olarak nicel araştırma yöntemlerinin ve nicel veri toplama araçlarının kullanıldığı tespit edilmiştir. İncelenen çalışmaların temel amaçlarının ise matematik okuryazarlığına etki eden bileşenlerin tespit edilmesi ve tespit edilen bileşenler arasında en çok etkiye sahip olanın ortaya çıkarılması, Uluslararası Öğrenci Değerlendirme Programı verileri üzerinden öğrencilerin matematik okuryazarlığının yorumlanması ve matematik okuryazarlığının gerçek yaşama etkisini araştırmak olduğu anlaşılmıştır. Bu bağlamda yapılan çalışmaların genellikle durum belirleme üzerine olduğu buna karşın matematik okuryazarlığını geliştirmeye yönelik çözüm sunan çalışmaların daha az olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
Green Extractivism in Lithium Triangle
Authors: Janubová Barbora
Published: September 2023

The aim of this paper is to investigate the relationship between lithium mining and the environmental-social aspects of mining in the countries of the lithium triangle by analysing scientific research works and available statistical data, and applying economic theory to green extractivism. We investigate whether the countries of the lithium triangle meet the criteria of the theory of green extractivism. In the context of the theory of green extractivism, we include Bolivian and Argentine regions as sacrifice zones while Chile is relatively successfully building renewable energy sources. In all three countries, we detected the socio-environmental impacts of lithium mining, the most serious problem being the right to water and the threat to the poorest regions.
Homoeopathic Management Of Irritant Contact Dermatitis – Case Report
Authors: C. Dr. Veerabhadrappa , Desai Dr.Kirtida , Desai Dr.Poorav , Moolabharati Dr.Jyoti A. , Reddy.K.H Dr.Santosh
Published: September 2023

Skin being the most exterior part of the body, is one of the important sense organs and come with it a great deal of aesthetic /cosmetic problems. Asian type of skin is more prone to present with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma, lentigines and freckles. The main skin diseases reported are acne, atopic dermatitis and viral infections. Among the hypersensitivity diseases, dermatitis as a subgroup stands first with a rate of 24.50%of the total. Among the dermatitis group, contact dermatitis (17.54% of the total) is the most commonly reported skin disease.
CONSULTORÍA EN SALUD MENTAL EN CHILE: HACIA UN MODELO DE CUIDADOS COLABORATIVOS BASADO EN PRÁCTICAS DIALÓGICAS
Authors: Manríquez Vargas Fernando , Méndez Hernández Emmanuel
Published: September 2023

Las consultorías en salud mental se enmarcan en los esfuerzos sistemáticos por fortalecer el desarrollo del nivel primario de atención en salud en Chile, así como de favorecer la articulación con los niveles de atención secundaria. Lamentablemente, su desarrollo ha estado determinado por prácticas y formas de comprender ancladas al modelo biomédico, el cual ha sido objeto de críticas en diversos espacios. Esto ha dificultado un abordaje que incorpore la complejidad de las realidades de los sujetos y comunidades consultantes, así como de su participación en los procesos terapéuticos. En este artículo planteamos una manera de avanzar hacia una forma de organizar las consultorías en salud mental que se acerque a un modelo de cuidados colaborativos, basado en prácticas dialógicas, la cual se ajusta de mejor a los principios de salud mental comunitaria de participación, ejercicio de derechos humanos y continuidad de cuidados.
REFLEXIONES EN TORNO A LA INCIDENCIA DE LA ALIENACIÓN EN EL MALESTAR SUBJETIVO
Authors: Canales Morales Mayra , Alvarado Gacánica Bárbara , Varela Reyes Juan Bautista
Published: September 2023

Al pensar en bienestar subjetivo, casi siempre se vuelca la mirada a concebir lo interno de cada persona, sus procesos personales, sus traumas, sus síntomas; y, en consiguiente, se piensa inmediatamente en el diagnóstico de aquello, como depresión, ansiedad, entre otras. En ese sentido, lo que no es recurrente es considerar que esa persona o sujeto se rodea de un contexto, de un modo y estilo de vida dentro de un sistema social, económico y político, y que esas esferas interfieren e inclusive conjugan malestares en su subjetividad. Considerando lo anterior, el presente artículo pretende analizar cómo la alienación, desde la perspectiva de Marx, configura el malestar subjetivo. Además, profundizar en cómo este fenómeno afecta directamente a la clase trabajadora desde sus experiencias dentro del contexto del sistema capitalista-neoliberal en Chile.
¿UNA RUKA EN LA CIUDAD? LOS LÍMITES DE LA NOCIÓN INTERCULTURALIDAD DEL ESTADO CHILENO, EN UN ESPACIO DE SALUD MENTAL INTERCULTURAL URBANO
Authors: Gallardo Cochifas Jorge
Published: September 2023

El siguiente artículo forma parte de los resultados de una investigación doctoral, cuyo objetivo fue conocer cómo una comunidad Mapuche enacta sus conocimientos en un lugar concebido como “intercultural” urbano. Para ello, la investigación gira en torno al diagnóstico de ‘depresión’. Considerando los límites del construccionismo social de la enfermedad mental, se incorpora la sensibilidad teórica de la ontología política y la teoría del actor red (ANT) para aumentar el campo analítico de las prácticas que son enactadas. Uno de los resultados es el análisis de la presencia de la Ruka, que es traída a la realidad en medio de un espacio urbano. Finalmente se discuten dos situaciones. Primero, cómo la incorporación de las herramientas de la teoría de actor red y ontología política, permiten conocer de manera más compleja las tensiones de las prácticas que se enmarcan dentro lo conocido como interculturalidad. Y segundo, la Ruka es una práctica que tensiona la novedad sobre las discusiones de los nuevos materialismos en las ciencias sociales, pues es una práctica que ya existe en esta comunidad Mapuche. Se concluye que la promoción de prácticas interculturales debe ser al menos interepistémicas, de lo contrario, se mantiene la asimetría ontológica moderna-occidental.
relationship between occlusion and posture
Authors: Omar Mahmoud Mohamed Kamaleldin Mohamed , Westersund Curtis , Savastano Fabio , Anton Julio Suay
Published: September 2023

The stomatognathic system includes the relationship between teeth, masticatory muscles and temporomandibular joints with its relation with body and head posture. Aim of the study: This Systematic review is to research the relationship between occlusion and body posture. Materials and methods-Study design: This is a literature systematic review which is done after collecting more than 10 previous papers. Inclusion criteria: Papers explaining dental occlusion in details and its correlation with body and head posture. Exclusion criteria: Papers about occlusion focusing on occlusal splints and lab work. Conclusion: There is a strong relation between dental occlusion class, head, and body posture through PDL and the trigeminal nerve in the brain. Accordingly, the occlusion affects the posture and, more importantly, the position of the condyle in the temporal fossa. It was always believed that condyle position comes first then the occlusion, but it is the other way around.
La fobia específica bajo la terapia breve estratégica
Authors: Guerrero-Guerrero Lizbeth Madeleyne , Beatriz-Flores Verónica , Ramos-Neyra Yeritza Noemi
Published: September 2023

Las fobias específicas se encuentran entre los trastornos de ansiedad más comunes. Durante la pandemia se ha informado de una mayor prevalencia de la enfermedad entre la población. El objetivo del estudio fue implementar una intervención terapéutica para prevenir los síntomas clínicos asociados a fobias en los pacientes. En la literatura científica aprendieron que la terapia breve estratégica es una forma de psicoterapia que ha demostrado ser eficaz en el tratamiento de fobias específicas. Este artículo describe un caso clínico de una mujer de 33 años residente en Argentina con este trastorno. Se realizaron ocho sesiones virtuales utilizando la Terapia de Estrategias Breves, un modelo integrativo con un diseño cualitativo de caso único de intervenciones psicoterapéuticas. Como resultado, los síntomas clínicos relevantes se resolvieron por completo y el tratamiento fue exitoso con importancia clínica y psicoterapéutica más allá de la fobia y los objetivos de tratamiento establecidos
Tratamiento de un caso de trastorno por atracón
Authors: Pimentel Georgina
Published: September 2023

El trastorno por atracón conocido también como Binge eating disorder, es un trastorno de la conducta alimentaria caracterizado por la ingesta compulsiva de alimentos acompañada de una sensación de pérdida de control. Es el más frecuente de los trastornos de la conducta alimentaria, generando graves consecuencias y limitaciones a nivel físico y emocional para quienes lo padecen. A continuación, se presenta el tratamiento psicoterapéutico de un caso clínico, con el objetivo de reducir los síntomas clínicos presentados por una paciente de 30 años de edad diagnosticada con Trastorno por Atraacón. La metodología utilizada fue la de Psicoterapia Breve Estratégica, modelo integrativo. Los resultados arrojaron que se logró una remisión de los síntomas clínicos. Se concluye que la intervención terapéutica del presente caso evidenció eficacia en el tratamiento de este trastorno, logrando en 14 sesiones, la remisión completa de los síntomas clínicos y los objetivos terapéuticos planteados
Inibidores de PCSK9: Revolução no Tratamento da Hipercolesterolemia
Authors: Oliveira Gabriel Gonçalves Rezende , Martins Luisa Vital , Capel Vinícius Teixeira Ferreira , Capel Ana Carolina Teixeira Ferreira , Naves Raphael Henrique Borges , Furbino Victor Oliveira , Linhares Mateus Rodrigues , Caetano Maria Clara de Paula , Reis Murilo Schroeder Branquinho , De Souza Arthur Vinicios Araújo , Marques Lucas Moreira , Mendonça Arthur Faria , Ribeiro Rafaella Zambeline Chaves
Published: September 2023

A hipercolesterolemia, uma condição médica de elevada significância, subsiste como uma entidade caracterizada pela presença persistente e pronunciada de níveis elevados de colesterol circulante, predominantemente no contexto de lipoproteínas de baixa densidade (LDL-C). Realizou-se uma revisão de literatura a fim de elucidar aspectos dos inibidores de PCSK9. A busca por tratamentos inovadores com inibidores de PCSK9, ao enfocar a inibição da proteína PCSK9, concorre para uma redução substancial dos níveis de LDL-C e, consequentemente, atenua o risco cardiovascular. Estudos clínicos subsequentes confirmaram a eficácia desses inibidores de PCSK9 na redução significativa dos níveis de LDL-C, mesmo em pacientes com hipercolesterolemia resistente a tratamentos convencionais (Sabatine et al., 2017). Além disso, esses medicamentos demonstraram uma redução impressionante nos eventos cardiovasculares adversos, como infarto do miocárdio e acidente vascular cerebral, em pacientes de alto risco cardiovascular. O impacto dos inibidores de PCSK9 na prática clínica é inegável. Eles representam uma ferramenta valiosa para o tratamento da hipercolesterolemia, especialmente em pacientes que não alcançam metas de LDL-C com terapias convencionais. Além disso, seu perfil de segurança é favorável, tornando-os uma opção atrativa para muitos pacientes.
Manejo e Complicações da Doença de Crohn: uma revisão de literatura
Authors: De Carvalho Laura Araújo , Capel Ana Carolina Teixeira Ferreira , Rosina Juliana Neves , Ferreira Maria Clara de Assis , Da Conceição Rafael Amanso , Borges Mirlene Cândida Faustino , Machado Ana Luiza Araújo , Goulart Marcela Ribeiro , Tessari Bernardo Malheiros , Peixinho Anna Luiza Santos Schulze , Cavalcante Lara Labre , De Alvarenga Renan Ivo Horta , Santos Milena Lorraine Couto Franco , Ribeiro Rafaella Zambeline Chaves
Published: September 2023

A doença de Crohn é uma condição inflamatória crônica do trato gastrointestinal que afeta milhões de pessoas em todo o mundo. Sua epidemiologia, fatores de risco, mortalidade e prevenção são tópicos de grande relevância para a saúde pública. Compreender essa doença é essencial para melhorar a qualidade de vida dos pacientes e desenvolver estratégias de prevenção eficazes. Embora a doença de Crohn seja crônica e debilitante, não é geralmente considerada uma doença fatal por si só. No entanto, complicações graves podem surgir devido à inflamação crônica do trato gastrointestinal. A prevenção da doença de Crohn ainda é um desafio, uma vez que sua etiologia exata não é totalmente compreendida. No entanto, há evidências de que certos fatores de estilo de vida podem influenciar o risco da doença. Por exemplo, evitar o tabagismo e adotar uma dieta rica em fibras, frutas e vegetais pode ajudar a reduzir o risco de desenvolvimento da doença ou agravamento dos sintomas em indivíduos predispostos. A abordagem da doença de Crohn é uma tarefa complexa que requer uma equipe multiprofissional dedicada e bem coordenada. Além dos médicos, que desempenham um papel crucial no diagnóstico e tratamento, outros profissionais de saúde desempenham papéis igualmente essenciais. Estudos clínicos randomizados têm demonstrado a eficácia das terapias biológicas, como o infliximabe, no controle dos sintomas e na indução de remissão da doença. Portanto, é fundamental continuar investindo em pesquisa e educação sobre a doença de Crohn para melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar das pessoas afetadas.
Choosing Statistical Models to Assess Biological Interaction as a Departure from Additivity of Effects
Authors: Zhao Daniel , Thompson David M.
Published: September 2023

Vanderweele and Knol define biological interaction as an instance wherein “two exposures physically interact to bring about the outcome.” A hallmark of biological interaction is that the total effect, produced when factors act together, differs from the sum of effects when the factors operate independently. Epidemiologists construct statistical models to assess biological interaction. The form of the statistical model determines whether it is suited to detecting departures from additivity of effects or for detecting departures from multiplicativity of effects. A consensus exists that biological interaction should be assessed as a departure from additivity of effects.This paper compares three statistical models’ assessment of a data example that appears in several epidemiology textbooks to illustrate biological interaction in a binomial outcome. A linear binomial model quantifies departure from additivity in the data example in terms of differences in probabilities. It generates directly interpretable estimates and 95% confidence intervals for parameters including the interaction contrast (IC). Log binomial and logistic regression models detect no departure from multiplicativity in the data example. However, their estimates contribute to calculation of a “Relative Excess Risk Due to Interaction” (RERI), a measure of departure from additivity on a relative risk scale. The linear binomial model directly produces interpretable assessments of departures from additivity of effects and deserves wider use in research and in the teaching of epidemiology. Strategies exist to address the model’s limitations.
Nishida Kitaro’s Expressive Activity in Katana Sword Making as a Way to Achieve Pure Experience
Authors: Simanjuntak Mardohar Batu Bornok
Published: September 2023

Western craft and craftmanship have long been taken as complementary or even supplementary – in contrast with high art and artistic explorations. This pejorative approach is quite common from western industrial perspective. An artisan’s work is then taken less seriously than an artist’s oeuvre d’art. Contrary to this, Asian countries have long recognised the mastery of these master craftsmen and gave no different treatment to artists and artisans. This paper examines the concept of expressive activity from Japanese philosopher Nishida Kitaro in his essay “Expressive Activity” written in 1925. In this Nishida proposes that the fulfilment of a state of mind that he called pure experience can only be achieved through an action that is independent from external urges. The author then pursued this line of thought by taking Nishida’s idea to see how this kind of acting – as Nishida addresses it – is present in the ancient craft of katana (Japanese Sword) making performed by veteran swordsmiths. By analysing Nishida’s texts including An Inquiry into the Good and Ontology of Production, the author explains that the old wisdom of “giving life to the steel” can be justified by taking Nishida’s pure experience as the telos of an artisan’s expressive activity.
Keadilan dalam Pandangan Dekonstruksi
Authors: Ruhupatty Chris
Published: September 2023

Artikel ini akan menunjukkan cara memahami keadilan dari sudut pandang dekonstruksi. Sumber utamanya adalah makalah Derrida berjudul Force of Law: The “Mystical Foundation of Authority” (1989). Pada makalah itu, Derrida tidak menjelaskan tentang ketiadaan dari keadilan atau ketidakadilan hukum, tapi menunjukkan perbedaan antara keadilan dan hukum. Oleh karenanya, keadilan merupakan sebuah kemustahilan untuk dikalkulasi dalam cara apapun, tapi di satu sisi keadilan bisa menjadi sebuah kemungkinan di dalam hukum. Untuk itu, artikel ini ditulis bukan hanya untuk mereka yang mempelajari filsafat secara formal maupun informal, tapi juga untuk pembelajar maupun praktisi di bidang hukum.
Zingeving en contingentie in het levensverhaal van adolescenten
Authors: Van den Berg Michiel Christiaan , Scherer-Rath Michael
Published: September 2023

This qualitative pilot study describes how adolescents reflect on experiences of contingency and life goals in the context of their life story. By means of semi-structured interviews, eight life stories were examined for meaning, life goals, worldview, (in)congruence and the degree of integration in their life story. It is the first time that research instrument LISA (Life In Sight Application) was used for this target group. The results of the study show that respondents have an interest in and are struggling with major events, even if the narrative is sometimes brief. Besides this, the need to live life based on one’s own values and goals is clearly present among the respondents, even though at times they find it difficult to formulate goals.
Status of medicinal plants on way to Vashuki Tal in Mandakini Valley, Garhwal Himalaya, Uttaranchal
Authors: Nautiyal S. , Rao K. , Maikhuri Rakesh , Negi K. , Kala C.
Published: September 2023

A status survey for economically useful plant species was carried out in the Mandakini Valley on way to Vashuki Tal, a sacred pilgrimage site situated at 4,052 m above sea level in Garhwal Himalaya. A total of 63 accessions of seed, vegetative propagule, twig and whole plant of medicinal and aromatic plant species were collected for further multiplication and germplasm conservation. The density of some important rare medicinal plants found here was compared with that in other valleys. The variation in the density of these plants is discussed in view of their long term conservation and management in Himalayan region.
Utilizing a Web-Based Program for Educational Material Distribution in an OBGYN Residency Program
Authors: Dreibelbis Sarah , Schnatz Peter
Published: September 2023

Background: Online modules and assignments are commonly used for continuing education among residents. Ensuring ease of distribution and access to learning modules, assignments and simulations allows for the efficient completion of these tasks. Objective: The purpose of this quality improvement project is to propose a new method for distribution of educational material and assignments to improve resident satisfaction and ease of completion as well as tracking completion by the program manager. Methods: A survey was sent to the 2020-21 academic year OBGYN residents regarding the current in-hospital folder-based distribution of resources. Based on the survey feedback, a checklist was designed in a web-based program (New Innovations). A repeat survey was sent out to current OBGYN residents in the 2021-22 academic year to assess resident satisfaction with the new distribution system. Results: The checklist-based system proposed in this project utilizing a web-based system resulted in improved resident satisfaction and reported ease of use compared to the in-hospital folder-based computer system, with 86% preferring the web-based checklist.
Megszakítás. Maurice Blanchot és a vita minimuma
Authors: Popovics Zoltán
Published: September 2023

Tanulmányomban vitatni szeretném azt az álláspontot, amit Rosta Kosztasz képvisel a vita minimumával kapcsolatban. Véleményem szerint a vitaindító nem tesz fel egy lényegi kérdést: milyen nyelvfogalom felől beszélhetünk egyáltalán vitáról. A vita ugyanis nemcsak a gondolatok vitája. A vita legalább ennyire a nyelven történik, s ennyiben a nyelvről is szól. A példám Maurice Blanchot lesz. Blanchot számára a vita minimuma – egyfajta virtuális-hipotetikus vita – nem a vitához szükséges minimális közös szabályokon, ezek elfogadásán nyugszik, számára a vita minimuma maga a nyelv minimuma. A kommunikáció, sőt a kommunió minimuma. Ez pedig csak látszólag tűnik közelinek ahhoz, amit Manfred Frank mint „minimálkonszenzus” nevez meg. Frank olvasatában ahhoz, hogy a nyelvet használni tudjuk, „dià hypothesin” fel kell tételeznünk, hogy képesek vagyunk megérteni azt, fel kell tételeznünk, hogy a nyelv értelmet hordoz, miközben ez sohasem lehet azonos azzal, hogy aktuálisan képesek is vagyunk realizálni ezt az értelmet. Ennyiben Frank számára a vita minimuma a nyelv minimális, hipotetikus értelme. Maurice Blanchot még ennél is kevesebbet állít. Számára ugyanis még csak nem is a nyelvi értelem „hipotetikus”, „regulatív eszméje” a nyelv minimuma. Blanchot számára a nyelv minimuma maga a csend. Blanchot megfogalmazásában: „A csend az, ami beszél.” Azaz Blanchot értelmezésében a nyelv – s így a vita – minimuma a beszédet újra és újra megszakító csend, a „megszakítás” (interruption) maga.
Az ontológiai ugráson innen és túl – az idős Lukács egy lehetséges (militáns) olvasata
Authors: Szentistványi István
Published: September 2023

Az ezredfordulót követő Lukács-recepció (továbbra is) erősen megosztott, de abban majdnem egységes, hogy az időskori munkásságot rendkívül kritikusan ítéli meg. A dolgozat ahhoz a megközelítéshez kapcsolódik, amelyik Lukács életművét nagyjából egységesnek látja, így az időskori művek egy részét is izgalmasnak (és aktuálisnak) tekinti. Ezen írások közül a(z úgynevezett) Demokrácia-brosúrát emelem ki, amelyet egyenesen Lukács időskori főművének tekintem. Mivel a megírás idejében nem fejthette ki hatását, ezért érdemes inkább egyfajta kontrafaktuális olvasatát adni: mi lett volna, ha az írás keletkezése idején a nyilvános közbeszéd érdemi részévé válhatott volna? A dolgozat utolsó egységében amellett érvelek, hogy a konszenzuálisan elfogadott tertium datur megközelítés nem következik az időskori Lukács munkásságából, illetve a Demokrácia-brosúra (szerkezete) sem támasztja ezt alá. Sokkal inkább jellemzi az a dichotóm szerkezet, amely a tőkelogika uralma és annak meghaladása között teremt kibékíthetetlen ellentétet.
Preoperative Optimization for Orthopaedic Surgery: Steps to Reduce Complications
Authors: Shapiro Lauren M. , Bolognesi Michael P. , Bozic Kevin , Kamal Robin N.
Published: September 2023

As the population ages and patients maintain higher levels of activity, the incidence of major and minor orthopaedic procedures continues to rise. At the same time, health policies are incentivizing efforts to improve the quality and value of musculoskeletal health services. As such, orthopaedic surgeons play a key role in directing the optimization of patients before surgery by assessing patient risk factors to inform risk/benefit discussions during shared decision-making and designing optimization programs to address modifiable risks. These efforts can lead to improved health outcomes, reduced costs, and preference-congruent treatment decisions. In this review, we (1) summarize the evidence on factors known to affect outcomes after common orthopaedic procedures, (2) identify which factors are considered modifiable and amenable to preoperative intervention, and (3) provide guidance for preoperative optimization.
MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA INDONESIA BAGI PENUTUR ASING
Authors: Mustika Samsul , Simamora Pesta Junita , Rosliani Rosliani
Published: September 2023

Today the use of Indonesian is in great demand by foreign nationals from different parts of the world. Indonesian can be a foreign language as well asan introduction for foreign speakers. In Indonesian learning for foreign speakers (BIPA), there are various aspects of learning. One aspect of BIPA learning is the use of learning media. Learning media is a set of educational means used to facilitate communication and learning with instructional purposes. Learning media can be very helpful in BIPA learning.
The interaction between academic stress and self-control in predicting psychological well-being
Authors: Rathakrishnan Balan , Yahaya Azizi , Bikar Singh Soon Singh , Malek Mohd Dahlan A. , Bullare @Bahari Muhammad Idris Bin , Maakip Ismail , Kiong Peter Voo Su , Mohamed Noor Hassline
Published: September 2023

This study was conducted to identify the influence of academic stress and self-control on the psychological well-being of university students in the Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia campus. Besides that, gender ethnicity and location (on-campus and off-campus) have been compared according to academic stress, self-control and psychological well-being. This study uses a quantitative method in which 320 university students were involved. The research questionnaire consists of the Perception of Academic Stress Scale (PAS), the Sense of Control Scale and the Psychological Wellbeing (PWB) Scale were used as instruments of this study. This study found that academic stress and self-control are direct predictors of the psychological well-being of university students during the COVID-19, with beta value, the study findings showed (Beta = –0.18, R² = 0.056, p < 0.05) and self-control (Beta = 0.17, R² = 0.052, p < 0.05). Based on this indicates, academic stress contributed (5.6%) and self-control (5.2%) to the psychological well-being of university students during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is due to the academic stress from the aspect of workload that is given during the online teaching and learning sessions. Therefore, university student needs to give importance to self-control and other recreational activity for them to be psychologically happy during the COVID-19 pandemic. With high self-control, students can manage their academic stress and increase their psychological well-being.
Formulation of an Improved Nutritional Quality Composite Flour for Bakery Products Using Wheat and Sologold Sweet Potato
Authors: Olosunde William Adebisi , Paul Tosin , Antia Orua O
Published: September 2023

The formulation of high nutritional quality composite flour for use in producing bakery products is essential and advantageous health wise to consumers of these products. Therefore in this study, various formulated ratios (0:100, 10:90, 20:80, 30:70, 40:60, 50:50, 60:40, 70:30, 80:20, 90:10, and 100:0 denoted as A2, B9, B8, B7, B6, B5, B4, B3, B2, B1 and A1 respectively) of wheat and sologold sweet potato flour were made. The pure wheat A1 and pure sologold sweet potato A2 served as basis of assessing the nutritional contribution of sologold sweet potato flour at various ratios with wheat flour. The proximate properties, mineral, vitamins and beta carotene were determined in the various ratios formulated. More so, the best blend was selected based on desirability index of the formulated composite flours. Results revealed that B6 (40% wheat and 60% sologold sweet potato) had the highest desirability index of 0.65164. Hence, was selected as the best blend (composite) flour. The nutritional profile of the chosen B6 sample are as follows: moisture content (10.12%), crude fiber (3.21%), ash content (2.61%), protein content (5.80%), oil extract (5.20%), NFE (74.10%), sodium (0.13mg/g), calcium (2.08mg/g), magnesium (0.07mg/g), potassium (2.14mg/g), vitamin C (0.30µg/g), Vitamin A (24.6µg/g) and beta-carotene content (27.5µg/g). This profile showed valuable positive impact of sologold sweet potato flour on the nutritional characteristics of the developed B6 composite flour. Comparison of the blend B6 with some existing formulated composite flours, revealed that the developed composite flour B6 will likely have added advantage to the well-being of those that will consume its bakery products. Thus the B6 Blend (composite) flour is recommended for use in baking.
Congenital cytomegalovirus infection cases and follow-up findings in Antalya, Turkey
Authors: ERES SARITAS Zubeyde , PEKER Bilal Olcay , ÇOLAK Dilek , SAGLIK Imran , SARİNOĞLU Rabia Can , TURHAN Murat , BOSTANCI TOPTAŞ Aslı , MUTLU Derya , ÖNGÜT Gözde , OYGUR Nihal , ERMAN Munire
Published: September 2023

Objective: To investigate the presence of cCMV infection and the CMV-DNA virus in the newborns who applied for newborn hearing

screening test (NHST) and CMV-DNA viruria with physical, mental-motor development and hearing status of cCMV cases in the

second year of age.

Patients and Methods: CMV-DNA was investigated in 1150 newborns’ oral swabs (0-21 days) by polymerase chain reaction kit and

urine of patients with positive CMV-DNA in saliva. Transient Evoked Otoacoustic Emission test was performed for NHST.

Results: CMV-DNA was posititve in saliva of 38 (3.3%) newborns and urine of 10 out of 37 newborns. The prevalence of cCMV

was 0.87% (95% CI=0.697-1.042). All newborns passed the NHST. In newborns with cCMV:jaundice in 60% (6/10), low birthweight

in 40% (4/10), small for gestational age in 50% (5/10) of them. Jaundice was the most significant variable (P
Monitoring tissue perfusion during extracorporeal circulation with laser speckle contrast imaging
Authors: ULUGOL Halim , TOSUN Melis , AKSU Ugur , ERKEK Esin , GUCLU Pinar , OKTEN Murat , TORAMAN Fevzi
Published: September 2023

Objective: The laser speckle contrast imaging (LSCI) system is a method to evaluate microcirculation. The primary aim of our study

is to evaluate the relationship between LSCI and perfusion markers in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Our second aim is to

investigate the relationship between LSCI and extubation time in the intensive care unit.

Patients and Methods: Fifteen patients aged 43-80 years who will undergo on-pump CABG were included in the prospective study.

Mean arterial pressure (mmHg), heart rate (min-1), PO2 (mmHg), PCO2 (mmHg) and lactate (mmol/L) levels were measured preinduction,

post-induction, 10th minute of the extracorporeal circulation, post-crossclamp, and post-operatively. At the same time

points, LSCI values from the skin were measured and recorded. The intubation times of the patients were also recorded.

Results: There was no significant change in systemic tissue perfusion markers (P>0.05). LSCI perfusion values decreased significantly

from induction and remained low until the end of surgery (P
Parents Perceptions on School Readiness: Descriptive Study
Authors: Susanti Meria , Hidayati Izzanil , Anggreiny Nila , Maputra Yantri
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this study is to explore the parents’ perceptions on Children’s School Readiness. The open-ended question was administered to 116 parents in Padang, Padang Panjang, Bukittinggi, and Sawahlunto, West Sumatera. Content analyses were used to categorize all the response from participants. Overall this study found that 84% participants’ think that school readiness are very important for children to enter elementary school, 15% said that it’s important, and 1% quite important. Most of the reasons are because school readiness helps children to be success in elementary school. Looking more closely about their perception on school readiness, participants think that school readiness is related to cognitive ability (27%), social skill (17%), emotional competence (14%), sufficient age (11%), physical development (11%). Another response is related to financial readiness and motivation. This finding indicated that many parents considered that cognitive ability such reading skill as one of significant factor for children to enter elementary school.
Implementing a Hierarchical Deep Learning Approach for Simulating multilevel Auction Data
Authors: Sadoune Igor , Joanis Marcelin , Lodi Andrea
Published: September 2023

We present a deep learning solution to address the challenges of simulating realistic synthetic first-price sealed-bid auction data. The complexities encountered in this type of auction data include high-cardinality discrete feature spaces and a multilevel structure arising from multiple bids associated with a single auction instance. Our methodology combines deep generative modeling (DGM) with an artificial learner that predicts the conditional bid distribution based on auction characteristics, contributing to advancements in simulation-based research. This approach lays the groundwork for creating realistic auction environments suitable for agent-based learning and modeling applications. Our contribution is twofold: we introduce a comprehensive methodology for simulating multilevel discrete auction data, and we underscore the potential ofDGMas a powerful instrument for refining simulation techniques and fostering the development of economic models grounded in generative AI.
Graying and staying on the job: The welfare implications of employment protection for older workers
Authors: Morris Todd , Dostie Benoit
Published: September 2023

We study the welfare implications of employment protection for older workers, exploiting recent bans on mandatory retirement across Canadian provinces. Using linked employeremployee tax data, we show that the bans cause large and similar reductions in job separation rates and retirement hazards at age 65, with further reductions at higher ages. The effects vary substantially across industries and firms, and around two-fifths of the adjustments occur between ban announcement and implementation dates. We find no evidence that the demand for older workers falls, but the welfare effects are mediated by spillovers on savings behavior, workplace injuries, and spousal retirement timing.
Mitigating Avian Crop Damage Through Innovative Technological Solutions: A Comprehensive Study
Authors: JOURNAL IJSREM
Published: September 2023

Avian crop damage poses a significant challenge to global agricultural production, leading to substantial economic losses and food security concerns. This paper presents a comprehensive study of the impact of avian species on crops, analysing relevant technical papers and proposing innovative technological solutions to mitigate the damage. The study highlights the severity of crop damage caused by birds, focusing on major crops and affected regions. The use of drones and other advanced technologies is explored as potential strategies for crop protection. Through a systematic analysis of existing literature and statistical data, this research aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers, farmers, and researchers working towards sustainable agricultural practices. Keywords: Avian pests, bird damage, crop protection, technological solutions, drones, acoustic devices, visual deterrents, data-driven approaches, case studies, environmental considerations, sustainable agriculture, Crop insurance.
“Ubah Laku” Model through Corporate Social Responsibility: Case Study of PT Asri Dharma Sejahtera
Authors: Firmansyah Muchammad Resya , Purnamasari Dian Indri , Prasetio Januar Eko
Published: September 2023

This study aims to examine in depth the “Ubah Laku” CSR model applied by PT Asri Dharma Sejahtera (ADS), identify and analyze the level of sustainability and impact of the aforementioned CSR program run by ADS on the local community, and identify the success or failure factors of the program implemented, along with the obstacles encountered. Qualitative research methods were chosen as an approach in this study. The object of this research is PT Asri Dharma Sejahtera (ADS), a Regional Owned Enterprise (BUMD) of Bojonegoro Regency. Based on factual observations made by researchers at ADS, it can be concluded that the company has made efforts in implementing sustainable Corporate Social Responsibility CSR programs. In addition, the results from this research can also provide an overview for other companies on how to implement CSR effectively and sustainably.
The Impact of Market Power, Credit Risk, and Economic Environment on the Stability of the Arab Banking Sector
Authors: Obeid Rami
Published: September 2023

The paper presents an investigation of the dialectical relationship between banking concentration and the stability of the banking sector, using data from twelve Arab countries for the period 2014-2019 in the framework of a dynamic panel data model. The findings show that the banking sector in the Arab countries follows the "Concentration-Stability" hypothesis. That is, banking concentration has a significant positive impact on bank stability. The paper explains that this result is due to two main reasons. The first reason is that large banks tend to manage their assets and capital more efficiently compared to smaller banks, while the second reason is that systemically important banks (DSIBs) are subject to additional quantitative and qualitative regulatory requirements, especially after the global financial crisis in 2008. The paper also reveals that economic growth has a significant positive effect on bank stability, while credit risk has a significant negative impact on bank stability. The paper suggests encouraging the merger of small banks, as this leads to enhancing their operational efficiency, strengthening their financial positions, and supporting their ability to absorb potential shocks.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for International Education Studies, Vol. 16, No. 5
Authors: Lee Chris
Published: September 2023

Reviewer acknowledgements for International Education Studies, Vol. 16, No. 5, 2023.
A Study of English Translation of TCM Health Care Terms in Yinshan Zhengyao
Authors: Zhang Yue , Yang Lei
Published: September 2023

Yinshan Zhengyao, the first comprehensive treatise on nutrition in China, not only encompasses a diverse array of medicinal recipes, food materials, and cooking techniques but also sheds light on historical cultural exchanges between China and other regions during the Yuan Dynasty. As a result, it holds significant historical value for the advancement of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and the study of diet culture. Moreover, the English translation of Yinshan Zhengyao is equally noteworthy for its contribution to the internationalization of TCM. Nevertheless, the intricacies of food nomenclature, obscure Chinese medical terms, and culturally nuanced expressions present formidable challenges for translators. This article critically examines the translations of TCM health care terms pertaining to material and cultural elements found within the English rendition of Yinshan Zhengyao, delving into the translators’ strategies and methods.
3D Printing in Education – Innovative Approaches to Learning through Modern 3D Technologies
Authors: Velkov Petar
Published: September 2023

The report will explore and research schools which already implemented 3D printing technology in their educational process. It will be described how it was developed and implemented in specific programs of educational institutions. Examples of academic disciplines where a 3D printer is used as an additional learning aid will be considered. As a consequence, I will derive results from the benefits of such type of learning aids.
K-MEANS AND AGGLOMERATIVE HIERARCHICAL CLUSTERING ANALYSIS OF ESG SCORES, YEARLY VARIATIONS, AND STOCK RETURNS: INSIGHTS FROM THE ENERGY SECTOR IN EUROPE AND THE UNITED STATES
Authors:   University of Oradea, Oradea, Romania, Rusu Ștefan , Boloș Marcel Ioan ,   University of Oradea, Oradea, Romania, Leordeanu Marius ,   Polytechnic University of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania/ The Institute of Mathematics of the Romanian Academy, Bucharest, Romania
Published: September 2023

This study employs k-means clustering and agglomerative hierarchical clustering techniques to visually examine the potential relationship between Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) scores, their year-over-year variations, and annual stock returns for a sample of 34 energy sector companies operating in Europe and the United States. While the agglomerative hierarchical clustering dendrogram suggests two clusters, the elbow method of the k-means algorithm suggests 2-4 clusters. The results indicate that neither ESG scores nor their year-on-year variations had an impact on the annual returns of the stocks. The conclusion is further confirmed by the Pearson correlation coefficient. However, the ESG scores of European energy companies show a tighter dispersion and smaller year-over-year change, making them more predictable ESG score-wise and thus, potentially, more attractive to ESG-driven investors.
Üçüncü basamak bir hastanede sifilizin ayak izleri
Authors: BAŞBULUT Eşe , BİLGİN Melek , İŞLER Hacer , SARAÇ Nalan , TAHMAZ Alper
Published: September 2023

Amaç: Günümüzde hala cinsel yolla bulaşan hastalıklar içinde önemli bir sağlık sorunu oluşturan sifilizin erken teşhisi hastalığın tedavisi ve kontrolü için temeldir. Çalışmamızda sifiliz tanı ve izleminde kullanılan testlerin istem nedenlerini ve sonuçlarını değerlendirmek amaçlanmıştır.

Yöntem: 1 Ocak 2019-31 Aralık 2019 tarihleri arasında, treponemal testleri pozitif olan 88 hastanın tanı, tedavi ve takibi açısından istenen serolojik testleri, şikayetleri ve koinfeksiyonları retrospektif olarak incelendi.

Bulgular: Hastaların yaş ortalaması 41±17.97, en fazla seropozitiflik oranı cinsel aktif yaş grubu olan 18-44 yaşta olup ve %69.3’ü erkek hastaydı. 33 hastada (%37.5) doğrulama testi olan TPHA testinin hiç istenmediği, 40 hastada (%45.4) tedavi öncesi veya sonrası CMIA testinin fazladan tekrarlandığı, 33 hastada (%37.5) tedavi takibinde gereksiz TPHA titre istendiği ve sadece 13 hastada tedavi takibinde gerekli olan VDRL titre çalışıldığı saptanmıştır. CMIA test sonucu 1.00-2.00 s/co değerleri arasında yalancı pozitifliğin %90 (9/10) olduğu, 12 s/co ve üzerinde ise yalancı pozitifliğe hiç rastlanılmadığı görülmüştür.

Sonuç: Klinisyenlerin laboratuvarlarında kullanılan tanı algoritmalarını bilmeleri laboratuvar ile iş birliği içinde olması, gereksiz ve yetersiz test istemlerinin önüne geçilmesi, sifilizin doğru tanısı ve tedavi takibinin uygun şekilde yapılması önem arz etmektedir.
A segurança alimentar e nutricional na política de saúde: um relato de experiência de sala de espera
Authors: Santos Ramara Kadija Fonseca , Fagundes Andhressa Araújo , Dias-Vasconcelos Nathália Lohayne , Santos Beatriz da Cruz , Freire Analícia Rocha Santos , Pires Liliane Viana
Published: September 2023

A concretização da política de Segurança Alimentar e Nutricional não apenas envolve as  formas de produção, comercialização e abastecimento de alimentos, mas também abrange a oferta de serviços de saúde, especialmente aqueles que lidam com as consequências do consumo alimentar e suas repercussões no estado nutricional. O diabetes mellitus é uma doença crônica que exige mudanças de hábitos alimentares, e as ações de Educação Alimentar e Nutricional contribuem para a adesão dos pacientes a essas mudanças. Portanto, este trabalho tem como objetivo relatar a experiência sobre a abordagem de ações de Educação Alimentar e Nutricional realizadas na sala de espera para o  atendimento nutricional de indivíduos com diabetes mellitus tipo 2. Um total de 37 pacientes participaram   das ações, cujos temas foram de grande importância na promoção da autonomia para as escolhas alimentares, por meio do acesso à informação sobre saúde e alimentação saudável.
Impacto da Linfadenite Caseosa em caprinos em um criatório da região de Guarapuava/PR
Authors: Moya Carla Fredrichsen , Bruna Rafaela Buss  , De Macedo Luiz Gonzaga Pego
Published: September 2023

As ações extensionistas são importantes na formação acadêmica e na difusão e interação de tecnologias. O estudo foi desenvolvido em propriedade rural da cidade de Guarapuava/PR, com objetivo de identificar e avaliar a prevalência de Linfadenite Caseosa numa criação de caprinos da raça Boer. As informações foram obtidas por meio de visitas in loco, para acesso as anotações, relatos das ocorrências e interação dos proprietários com os acadêmicos e professores do curso de Medicina Veterinária da Unicentro, vinculados ao programa e projeto de extensão “Produterra” e “Probovino”. Os dados obtidos foram tabulados e analisados para gerar o diagnóstico e prognóstico, e posteriormente as orientações técnicas necessárias para minimizar os impactos negativos da doença. A sistematização das informações evidenciou que o índice de prevalência da Linfadenite Caseosa na propriedade foi da ordem de 43,04% sobre o rebanho total, 65,3% na categoria das cabras, 33,33% de ocorrência nos bodes e apenas 7,14% para a categoria dos cabritos, demonstrando prejuízos pela alta ocorrência na principal categoria de produção do rebanho. Fica evidente a necessidade urgente de implantação de um protocolo de prevenção, diagnóstico, tratamento e controle desta doença, caracterizada como crônica, altamente contagiosa e de difícil erradicação. Os resultados obtidos pelas ações extensionistas permitiram a realização de orientações e implementação de protocolos para o diagnóstico, prevenção e tratamento da doença. Ressalta-se o aperfeiçoamento do conhecimento, habilidades e desenvolvimento de atitudes proativas, fatores que contribuíram significativamente para melhoria da competência acadêmica oportunizada pela vivência e interação com a produtora, professores durante as análises e soluções dos casos verificados. Conclui-se que a prevalência da Linfadenite Caseosa na propriedade foi alta e que a interação e compartilhamentos de conhecimentos teóricos e práticos gerou aprendizagem mútua e multidisciplinar, além de importantes ajustes no planejamento, execução, controle e prevenção no manejo do criatório.
Da ética pública como critério imprescindível para o juizo acerca das manifestações de corrupção
Authors: Silveira Dana Rocha , Fernandes Fernando Andrade
Published: September 2023

O presente artigo se propõe a analisar a Ética Pública enquanto referência necessária para se avaliar as condutas que podem ser consideradas como manifestações do fenômeno da corrupção, bem como sua importância para o delicado e complexo problema de diferenciação das distintas modalidades que são consideradas como expressões deste fenômeno, ao ponto da cogitação da hipótese de ser ela o bem jurídico tutelado nos delitos de corrupção. Para tanto, parte-se da investigação acerca da caracterização da Ética Pública, alcançando-se a identificação das formas pelas quais ela pode ser afetada pelas condutas que, de modo mais adequado, podem ser consideradas como manifestações do fenômeno da corrupção, utilizando-se da via metódica dedutiva e dialética, bem como abrangendo aspectos de natureza político-criminal e dogmática.