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Theories, methods and approaches to the regulation of quantum communications
Authors: Taran K. K.
Published: December 2024

The article considers theories, methods and approaches to legal regulation of relations concerning the usage of quantum communications, as well as methods and approaches. The most probable vector of development of legal regulation concerning these legal relations was identified. During the study, the author used methods of analysis and synthesis, as well as systematization. Attention is drawn to the need to systematize regulatory legal acts in the field of regulation of quantum communications. The article considers the principles that should be taken into account when forming a quantum communication agreement. The conducted study allowed us to come to the conclusion about the need to form a comprehensive regulation, the gradual introduction of technology and the use of preliminary national standards together with legislative norms in the field of regulation of communication relations will help to identify the necessary prerequisites for the formation of a specialized federal law.
Development prospects of experimental legal regulation in the field of digital and technological innovations
Authors: Yefremov A. A.
Published: December 2024

The article analyzes current trends and prospects for the development of experimental legal regulation in the field of digital and technological innovation.

The research hypothesis about the fragmentation of the normative legal regulation of experiments at the international legal and domestic levels, the insufficient orientation of the current model of legal regulation of experimental legal regimes towards achieving the national development goals of Russia is substantiated and confirmed.

Based on comparative legal analysis, elements of a value-based approach to experimental legal regulation are identified and systematized.

Based on the methods of legal modeling and institutional design, a set of proposals has been developed aimed at improving legal regulation and the practice of implementing experiments in Russia.
Analysis of approaches to the definition of big data in the legislation of the Russian Federation
Authors: Andreasyan A. A.
Published: December 2024

The article examines approaches to the definition of big data from the perspective of legal regulation in the Russian Federation. It analyzes the definitions proposed by legislators for inclusion in legislation, as well as the difference in approaches to defining big data as an information array and as a technology. It is established that the term “big data” is currently widely used in various fields, and its meaning can vary depending on the specific industry or sector, which hinders the development of a unified regulatory approach. It has been noted that previous efforts to define big data at the doctrinal or legislative level have resulted in a description of the requirements for data or technologies, depending on their scope of application. This approach appears to be restrictive and fails to take into account the complex nature of big data, which may present a barrier when applied to certain industries, requiring additional legislative intervention. Such intervention could lead to an increase in the complexity of legislation, rendering it less applicable. Therefore, itis proposed to define big data as a complex entity consisting of a collection of diverse data sets, characterized by the technologies used to process them in real-time through the internet.
A literature survey on maintenance of oral health among children
Authors: Dubey Shivam
Published: December 2024

Dental hygiene influences general well-being and standard of life. Oral health and illness are significantly influenced by socio-behavioural and environmental variables. Dental caries is on the rise in developing nations, and youngsters are particularly vulnerable to the disease's negative effects. Accurately identifying high-risk groups is becoming increasingly important in order to start prophylaxis early. Utilizing high-risk and population-based methods, it is also essential to investigate how early childhood intervention affects dental and overall health.
Smile symphony: Periodontal artistry in modern orthodontics
Authors: Bansal Anshul , Kanungo Himanshu , Gupta Mukesh , Mishra Kratika , Meena Priyanka , Jaiswal Priyanka
Published: December 2024

Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (PAOO) emerges as a robust contender to address the growing demand for aesthetic enhancements among adults and the imperative for expedited orthodontic treatments, the search for innovative mechanisms has intensified within the field of orthodontics. PAOO encompasses a surgical approach incorporating various techniques such as flap design, decortication, particulate grafting, and suturing, leveraging the principles of the Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon (RAP). This method aims to accelerate orthodontic treatment timelines while ensuring optimal outcomes. The efficacy of PAOO has been extensively demonstrated, yielding expedited results characterized by enhanced alveolar bone thickness and minimized postoperative discomfort. These favourable outcomes underscore the potential of PAOO as a viable option in adult orthodontic interventions. This review article provides a comprehensive overview of PAOO, covering its historical background, biomechanical principles, surgical procedures, indications, clinical applications, contraindications, limitations, complications, and advantages. PAOO represents a promising avenue for adult orthodontics, offering both efficacy and stability in treatment outcomes. By embracing this innovative approach, orthodontic practitioners can meet the evolving demands of adult patients while ensuring optimal treatment efficiency and effectiveness.
Space regaining and transverse correction in early mixed dentition: A case report
Authors: V Paul Sylvester , Patil Chandrashekhargouda , Amarnath  , Kalgapure Suresh Kumar , Bhagyashree
Published: December 2024

The premature loss of primary teeth can lead to significant orthodontic issues, including the loss of space and improper alignment of permanent teeth. Space regainers, particularly non-compliant ones, are orthodontic devices designed to restore lost space without relying on patient compliance. These devices are especially valuable in pediatric orthodontics, where maintaining patient cooperation can be challenging. This report aims to demonstrate the use of non-compliant space regainers, specifically an open coil spring and AJ Wilcock wire, to recover space following the early loss of the upper second deciduous molar. Additionally, the effectiveness of these devices in addressing crossbite and correcting molar relations will be assessed.

A case study was conducted on a pediatric patient who experienced the premature loss of the upper second deciduous molar. Non-compliant space regainers, including an open coil spring and AJ Wilcock wire, were utilized to distalize the molars and correct the crossbite using a transpalatal arch (TPA). Treatment progress was monitored, with final evaluations scheduled after the eruption of the premolars to assess the completeness of molar relation and crossbite correction. The use of open coil spring and AJ Wilcock wire successfully regained space, with significant improvements in molar relation and crossbite correction. The results closely matched the planned treatment goals. Further correction of the molar relation and crossbite will be evaluated post-eruption of the premolars.

Non-compliant space regainers provide a dependable solution for managing space loss and crossbite, particularly in situations where patient cooperation is difficult. These devices have proven to be effective in achieving early correction, reducing the need for more complex orthodontic procedures. Continued research is needed to optimize the use of non-compliant space regainers and evaluate their long-term efficacy in various orthodontic scenarios.
Etiology and management of the alveolar bone exostosis during orthodontic treatment: A case report
Authors: Bhagyashree  , Patil Chandrashekhargouda , Amarnath  , Kalgapure Suresh Kumar , V Paul Sylvester , B Swasthik Kalluraya
Published: December 2024

Alveolar bone exostoses are benign, localized outgrowths of bone that can occur on the buccal or lingual surfaces of the alveolar ridge. These bony protuberances, which consist of mature cortical and trabecular bone, can develop during orthodontic treatment. The etiology of alveolar bone exostosis remains unclear, but potential contributing factors include genetic predisposition, masticatory hyperfunction, and environmental influences such as nutritional factors. Clinically, these exostoses can be identified through a combination of physical examination and radiographic imaging, appearing as well-defined, calcified structures. Management of alveolar bone exostosis is generally conservative, with surgical intervention reserved for cases where the exostosis causes significant discomfort, interferes with oral hygiene, or affects esthetics. This case report mentions the current understanding of the etiology of alveolar bone exostosis, diagnostic considerations, and management strategies, emphasizing the importance of individualized patient care in orthodontic practice.
Last Night I Dreamt I Went to Sleep No More Again: Intertextuality and Indeterminacy at Punchdrunk's McKittrick Hotel
Authors: Dailey Alice
Published: December 2024

This essay examines Sleep No More's citationality to consider which of its many intertextual references are mere Macguffins and which, by contrast, open up substantive interpretive potential. The essay focuses on the production's appropriation of Hitchcock and of early modern Scottish witch trials, concluding that its most suggestive citation is of Vertigo's McKittrick Hotel, a site which, like the McKittrick frame-fiction of Sleep No More, decidedly frustrates hermeneutic closure.
Wilfred Owen and Macbeth
Authors: Dusinberre Juliet
Published: December 2024

In September 1911, Wilfred Owen attended a performance of Macbeth at His Majesty's Theatre, London. This event marked the beginning of a relationship with the play that was to color both his writing and the central concerns of his life. There has been much debate about the origins of Owen's distinctive poetic technique of pararhyme. This essay suggests that his earliest encounter with it may have been in this performance of Macbeth and argues the importance of the play for his development as a poet. The apocalyptic and doom-laden imagery of Macbeth nourished Owen's imagination long before he had any inkling of his destiny as a soldier. Later, the summoning of spirits in Macbeth would speak to Owen's own creative process. But the play affected him in ways that reached beyond language, becoming a touchstone for the emotional and spiritual crises in his life. The nocturnal horrors of shell-shock found a perfect mirror-image in Macbeth's nightmares and sleeplessness after the murder of Duncan. Macbeth's trajectory from valiant soldier engaged in legitimate slaughter to abject and cowardly murderer goes to the heart of Owen's tormented meditations on whether war is in fact murder. This essay reads Owen through his relation to Macbeth, but also suggests how Macbeth might be seen through Owen's eyes.
Shakespeare, Humanity Indicators, and the Seven Deadly Sins
Authors: Holland Peter
Published: December 2024

Given the current obsession in universities with "Humanities Indicators," this article proposes a new measure for Shakespeare studies: "humanity indicators." It traces the possibilities for such measurement of using different senses of "humanity" derived from the OED by examining three different versions of Shakespeare in popular and elite culture: an episode of Doctor Who in which the Doctor meets Shakespeare (The Shakespeare Code, 2007); an opera in which a version of Macbeth is sung by baboons (The Okavango Macbeth, 2009); and the graphic novel by Conor McCreery and Anthony Del Col, Kill Shakespeare (2010-11). Finally, it turns to the implications for Shakespeare studies of the brutal and racist state law in Arizona that has led to the closure of Mexican-American Studies in schools across the state.
Lear's Daughters, Adaptation, and the Calculation of Worth
Authors: Gearhart Stephannie S.
Published: December 2024

By rewriting King Lear in 1987, the Women's Theatre Group (WTG) challenged the ideology of the New Right in Britain, which was characterized by an appeal to an allegedly idyllic past and the promotion of free market economics, individualism, and patriarchialism. The WTG contested the dominant political climate of the 1980s by being committed to feminist theater and composing collectively Lear's Daughters, a prequel to Shakespeare's tragedy. Valuing feminist collaboration like that done by the WTG is key to understanding the play, the WTG, and the concept of adaptation, in particular its relationship to the prequel. As it illustrates the characteristics of adaptation, the WTG's prequel opposes two conservative measures of worth: fidelity criticism, which values source over adaptation, and the commodification of women and their creative endeavors being championed by the New Right in the 1980s. Through an unflattering portrayal of Shakespeare's monarch, Lear's Daughters exposes the devastating consequences of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's calculation of human worth. Ultimately, in both form and content Lear's Daughters objects to Thatcherism and illustrates the difficulty women and artists experienced when attempting to escape this ideology.
The Role of Educators and Caregivers in Supporting Participation of Children with Disabilities in Educational Decision Making
Authors: Yeşilkaya Bennett Eda
Published: December 2024

This qualitative study examines the communication and language supports available for children in educational environments. By doing this, it also examines the support provided by adults in educational settings for the participation of children with disabilities in educational decision making and the facilitating factors and barriers in children’s participation. This study was conducted with 11 participants, including six teachers, one parent, and four children. The data was analyzed using thematic analysis and the results of the analysis revealed four themes. The outcomes of this research emphasize the impact of varied multidimensional factors involving the individual and their proximal environment.
La transferencia mitocondrial en Colombia: vacíos jurídicos e implicaciones para la filiación y las nuevas estructuras familiares
Authors: Santamaría Contreras Maryed Yuceth
Published: December 2024

Este artículo tiene por objetivo determinar, desde la perspectiva del derecho de familia, la aplicabilidad de la transferencia mitocondrial como método de reproducción asistida en Colombia para conformar nuevas y diversas familias. Utiliza una metodología jurídica y documental para examinar el contexto regulatorio, describir la técnica y revisar la evolución de la familia. Concluye que actualmente la transferencia mitocondrial no es viable en Colombia por vacíos legales, pero bajo ciertas condiciones podría llegar a ser admisible; empero, se requiere una legislación integral y un debate bioético antes de autorizar excepcionalmente esta técnica bajo estrictas precauciones éticas y jurídicas.
Books off the Shelf & the Problem of Copyright Term Extension: Empirical Analysis of Books Written by Literature Nobel Prize Authors
Authors: Wang Runhua , Delvasto Perdomo Carlos Andrés
Published: December 2024

El presente artículo analiza el impacto de la extensión de los derechos de autor en la disponibilidad de nuevos libros impresos de premios Nobel de Literatura. Basado en investigaciones como las de Paul J. Heald, que sugieren que la extensión reduce la disponibilidad al hacer que las editoriales dejen de imprimir obras no vendidas, el estudio emplea dos bases de datos de Amazon.com (2015 y 2023). Los resultados muestran que, en promedio, los libros con derechos de autor tienen menos ediciones impresas que los del dominio público, cuestionando la idea de que extender los derechos mejora la distribución.
Deserción escolar, factores de incidencia y estrategias: una revisión documental del estado del arte
Authors: Suárez Patiño Anyi Paola
Published: December 2024

This article presents findings found in the state of the art of the research project called “Study on the factors that affect school dropout at the preschool level of the Gonzalo Suarez Rendón Educational Institution.” The research falls within the category of review with a qualitative approach and documentary method from which the factors involved in school dropout and the strategies that have been used to counteract this phenomenon were investigated. The above makes evident the need for joint work between students, family and school to contribute to permanence and satisfaction in school, understood as a hospitable space in which one wishes to move.
Naslijeđe postmodernizma u eri post-istine
Authors: Jerbić Vedran
Published: December 2024

Autor u radu preispituje tezu da su postmoderne teorije doprinijele ulasku u epohu post-istine. Kritika se izvodi tako što se diskurs post-istine smješta u širi i stariji kontekstualni okvir narativa o krizi upravljivosti demokracija. Referentna točka tog kontekstualnog proširenja je izvještaj napisan za Trilateralnu komisiju iz 1975. pod nazivom Kriza demokracije: o upravljivosti demokracija (Crozier, Huntington i Watanuki). Izoliraju se sličnosti jezika i pojmovnih odnosa dvaju narativa o krizi. Diskurs post-istine zatim se reartikulira kao ponavljajući narativ opće krize upravljivosti nastale zbog "viška demokracije". Također ga se nastoji shvatiti kao zakašnjelu reakciju na transformaciju onog oblika moći modernog društva priključenog na autoritet znanja/istine, a za koji se sada tvrdi da zapada u krizu, između ostalog pod teretom postmodernističkog naslijeđa. Diskurs o ulasku u epohu post-istine se, konačno, razumije kao vrsta nostalgije za hijerarhijskim, centraliziranim modelom distribucije znanja/istine.
Multi-Step Simulations of Ionized Metal Physical Vapor Deposition to Enhance the Plasma Formation Uniformity
Authors: Cheon Cheongbin , Hur Min Young , Kim Ho Jun , Lee Hae June
Published: December 2024

The ionized metal physical vapor deposition (IMPVD), which is operated at a very low pressure to take advantage of the metal sputtering effect on the target surface, has unique properties compared with the conventional DC magnetron sputtering. In this study, we investigated the effect of the rotating magnetic field on the plasma formation of the IMPVD to enhance the deposition uniformity. A two-dimensional particle-in-cell Monte Carlo simulation utilizes the exact cross-section data of the Cu ion collisions and calculates the particle trajectories under specific magnetic field profiles. This new methodology gives guidance for the design of the magnetic field profiles of IMPVD and an understanding of the physical mechanism.
Composite Forms in the System RЕЕ2O3 – ZrO2 – TiO2 for Minor Actinides (Am, Cm) and REEs Immobilization
Authors: Yudintsev Sergey V. , Ojovan Michael I. , Stefanovsky Olga I.
Published: December 2024

The choice of efficient methods for immobilization of high-level waste (HLW) resulting from reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel (SNF) is an important scientific and practical task. The current policy of managing HLW within closed nuclear fuel cycle envisages its vitrification into borosilicate (B-Si) or alumina-phosphate (Al-P) glasses. These wasteforms have rather limited waste loading, and can potentially impair their retaining properties on devitrification. The optimal solution for HLW immobilisation could be by separating radionuclides into groups using dedicated capacious durable matrices. The phases of the Nd2O3 – ZrO2 – TiO2 system in this respect are promising hosts for REE – MA (MA = Am, Cm) fraction of HLW. We present herewith data on composition of samples analyzed, their durability in hot water, behavior under irradiation, and industrial manufacturing methods.
Inertial Memory Effects in Molecular Transport Across Nanoporous Membranes
Authors: Galovic Slobodanka , Čukić Milena , Chevizovich Dalibor
Published: December 2024

This paper presents two extensions of Fick’s second law, enabling the formulation of causal particle transport models across nanoporous membranes that account for inertial memory effects. The proposed models have been applied to analyze the influence of inertial memory on the cumulative amount of particles delivered through the membrane. The results of the derived models were compared with each other and with those obtained from classical theory. It was demonstrated that the inertial memory of the membrane induces two distinct regimes of particle propagation, thereby increasing the time required for the cumulative particle delivery to reach steady state. These findings could have significant implications for understanding cell physiology, developing drug delivery systems, and designing nanoporous membranes for various applications.
Students’ Self-Regulated Learning: The Role of Planning Time Management and Procrastination
Authors: Valente Sabina , Lourenço Abílio Afonso , Paiva Maria Olímpia , Oliveira Hugo , Dominguez-Lara Sergio , Carvalho Luísa , Rebola Fernando
Published: December 2024

In the educational context, the socio-cognitive perspective views self-regulation of learning as the ability to manage and master several factors crucial for effective learning and academic success. Academic time management is one of the most essential components of learning strategies. On the other hand, academic procrastination constitutes a severe disruption in the process of self-regulation of learning, which goes beyond simple procrastination. This study aimed to analyses the predictability of academic time management and procrastination on students' self-regulated learning. These skills will contribute to achieving the fourth goal of the Sustainable Development Goals. A sample of 690 students (Mage=12.9) from public schools in Portugal was used. The Self-Regulated Learning Processes, Time Management Planning and Academic Procrastination questionnaires were applied. Structural equation modelling was used, and the results indicated that better academic time management planning is associated with higher levels of self-regulation of learning. At the same time, procrastination correlates with lower self-regulation ability. Thus, a deeper understanding of the factors’ influencing learning is crucial to improving teaching quality and developing autonomous, self-regulated, and competent learners. Finally, future directions are indicated for supporting self-regulated learning in the learning environment.
Effect of Preoperative Acupuncture and Epidural Steroid Injection on Early Postoperative Infection After Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Authors: Sung Sahyun , Kwon Ji-Won , Lee Soo-Bin , Kim Eun Hwa , Jung Inkyung , Moon Seong-Hwan , Suk Kyung-Soo , Kim Hak-Sun , Park Si Young , Lee Byung Ho
Published: December 2024

Background:

Acupuncture and epidural steroid injection (ESI) are frequently performed in patients with degenerative lumbar disease. The purpose of this study was to explore preoperative acupuncture and ESI as risk factors for postoperative infection after elective lumbar fusion.

Methods:

Patients >50 years of age who underwent spinal fusion due to degenerative lumbar disease from 2010 to 2019 were identified by diagnostic and procedural codes using a nationwide database. The incidence of spinal infection within 90 days after surgery was identified. Patients who underwent acupuncture and/or ESI within 90 days prior to spinal surgery were identified using procedural codes. The infection rate was analyzed by dividing patients into 4 groups as follows: patients who underwent neither acupuncture nor ESI (unexposed group), patients who underwent acupuncture only (acupuncture group), patients who underwent ESI only (ESI group), and patients who underwent both acupuncture and ESI (combined group). Cox regression analysis was performed to identify risk factors for postoperative spinal infection.

Results:

A total of 207,806 patients were included in this study. The postoperative infection rate among all patients was 4.29%. The infection rates in the unexposed, acupuncture, ESI, and combined groups were 4.17% (4,342 of 104,106 patients), 3.90% (340 of 8,726 patients), 4.48% (3,761 of 83,882 patients), and 4.26% (473 of 11,092 patients), respectively. Increasing age, male sex, and ESI were demonstrated to be risk factors for postoperative spinal infection. ESI was no longer a risk factor when patients who received acupuncture or ESI within 2 weeks of spinal surgery were excluded. Preoperative acupuncture was not associated with postoperative spinal infection.

Conclusions:

Acupuncture and ESI performed >2 weeks prior to spinal surgery did not increase the risk of postoperative infection.

Level of Evidence:

Prognostic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan Digital: Upaya Meningkatkan Keadaban Digital pada Warga Negara Muda Indonesia
Authors: Susanto Erwin , Budimansyah Dasim , Komalasari Kokom , Masyitoh Iim Siti
Published: December 2024

Pandemi COVID-19 telah mengubah cara hidup manusia di dunia. Mulai dari terjadinya percepatan teknologi, hingga perubahan pola interaksi manusia dari yang semula offline menjadi online. Perubahan signifikan terjadi pada Indonesia yaitu meningkatnya jumlah pengguna internet dan penggunaan media sosial dalam berinteraksi sehari-hari. Peningkatan angka pengguna internet di Indonesia ini memunculkan fenomena baru, yaitu keadaban digital. Dari interaksi digital tersebut, terdapat laporan Digital Civility Index (DCI) oleh Microsoft pada tahun 2020 mencatat bahwa warganet Indonesia paling tidak beradab di Kawasan Asia Tenggara.  Artikel ini bertujuan untuk menggambarkan bagaimana interaksi warga negara di dunia digital dan memberikan gagasan meningkatkan keadaban digital warga negara muda melalui pendidikan kewarganegaraan digital. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif. Subyek penelitian adalah mahasiswa Universitas Buana Perjuagan Karawang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa interaksi digital warga negara muda tergolong rendah karena masih terjadi perundungan online, pencemaran nama baik, ujaran kebencian, penyebaran berita bohong, penipuan, dan pelecehan seksual online. Peneliti juga memberikan gagasan alternatif pengintegrasian materi pendidikan kewarganegaraan digital dengan pendidikan kewarganegaraan di sekolah demi meningkatkan kompetensi digital warga negara muda.
Eksplorasi Disposisi Etika dalam Sastra Lisan Sobe Sakti di Fatuleu Etnik Timor
Authors: Jama Karolus Budiman , Panis Isabel Coryunitha
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini berjudul “Eksplorasi Disposisi Etika dalam Sastra Lisan Sobe Sakti di Fatuleu Etnik Timor”. Penelitian ini mendeskripsikan etika dalam cerita rakyat Sobe Sakti yang menekankan disposisi nilai-nilai etika dan implikasinya dalam kehidupan masyarakat Fatu Leu Etnik Timor. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif. Data dianalisis menggunakan teori Hermeneutika Simbol Paul Ricoeur. Data dikumpulkan melalui teknik wawancara kepada narasumber, baik sastra lisan maupun disposisi etika dari cerita ke aksi, kemudian dikomparasi dan divalidasi. Temuan dalam penelitian ini adalah terdapat interdependensi unsur konteks, sosial, budaya dan historis  sebagai strategi dalam mengungkap ragam nilai kebajikan yang terkandung dalam sastra lisan, yakni nilai budaya yang tetap dijaga dan dijalankan sebagai penanda identitas; sastra lisan ini menata nilai-nilai kemanusiaan dalam melawan human trafficing; membangun etika lingkungan; nilai religius terkait relasi dengan Sang Pencipta, nilai interpersonal yaitu kesabaran, motivasi, optimis, kepedulian, dan keberanian sebagai bagian dari nilai juang dalam pembelajaran. Konteks teoritis, konsep pendekatan etika dalam sastra lisan ini bekerja secara eklektik. Ini menunjukkan konsep etika dalam etnik Timor di Fatu Leu saling berkaitan.
Penguatan Etika Publik Berdasarkan Prinsip-Prinsip Civic Governance dalam Kebijakan Pendidikan di Kabupaten Garut
Authors: Matin Hilmy Nurfaizan Abdul , Cecep Cecep Darmawan , Yoga Prayoga Bestari , Syaiful Syaifullah
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini mengkaji peran etika publik dalam implementasi kebijakan pendidikan di Kabupaten Garut berfokus pada keselarasan dengan prinsip-prinsip civic governance. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan pendekatan kualitatif, yang berarti bahwa data utama dikumpulkan melalui observasi., penelitian ini menyajikan analisis indikator menguatkan etika publik  dalam kebijakan pendidikan secara spesifik mengenai Peraturan Daerah Nomor 9 Tahun 2020 tentang penyelenggaraan Pendidikan di Kabupaten Garut. Penelitian ini  menggunakan metode non-probability sampling dengan metode purposive sampling, dilakukan melalui In-depth interview dengan narasumber wawancara dari organisasi profesi bidang Pendidikan di Kabupaten Garut, NGO (Non Government Organizations) bidang Pendidikan dan stakeholders pendidikan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa etika kebijakan publik dalam kebijakan Pendidikan di Kabupaten Garut Ada 3 Fokus utama dalam konteks Civic Governance yaitu transparansi berarti kebijakan pendidikan harus dikomunikasikan dengan jelas kepada masyarakat,  Akuntabilitas Pemerintah daerah Kabupaten Garut harus bertanggung jawab atas pelaksanaan kebijakan pendidikan, partisipasi publik masyarakat harus dilibatkan dalam proses pembuatan kebijakan. Keterlibatan ini bisa dilakukan melalui forum diskusi, musyawarah dengan para pemangku kepentingan, serta penyuluhan kepada warga tentang rencana kebijakan pendidikan yang akan diterapkan.
Budaya Mansai: Menumbuhkan Nilai Moral dan Agama pada Anak dalam Pendidikan
Authors: Hasdin Hasdin , Sukmawati Sukmawati , Alanur Shofia Nurun , Makmur Windy , Nasran Nasran
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan nilai-nilai budaya Mansai yang dapat mengembangkan moral dan agama pada peserta didik serta upaya yang dapat dilakukan. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Desa Mansalean Kecamatan Labobo Kabupaten Banggai Laut Provinsi Sulawesi Tengah. Subyek penelitian adalah kepala desa, guru pendidikan anak usia dini, guru sekolah dasar, tokoh adat, dan tokoh agama di Desa Mansalean. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan tipe studi deskriptif-eksploratif. Data dihimpun melalui wawancara, dan observasi. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan tiga tahapan yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian: pertama, nilai-nilai moral dan agama yang terdapat dalam budaya Mansai, yaitu nilai tanggung jawab, kasih sayang, empati, dan toleran. Kedua, upaya pengembangan nilai moral dan agama pada anak melalui penerapan nilai budaya Mansai, yaitu dengan cara membudayakan perilaku untuk saling membantu pada siswa (bergotong-royong), menjenguk teman yang sakit, dan mengikutsertakan anak dalam kegiatan Mansai. Temuan penelitian adalah kekuatan budaya Mansai sampai bisa bertahan pada masyarakat  adalah karena budaya Mansai merupakan kearifan lokal, wadah untuk internalisasi nilai budaya, rasa kekeluargaan yang kuat, dan keterlibatan generasi muda.
Pembelajaran Pendidikan Pancasila untuk Memperkuat Etika Pancasila dalam Mengatasi Degradasi Moral
Authors: Nugraha Dadi Mulyadi , Sundawa Dadang , Kurniawaty Imas , Supriyono Supriyono , Putri Ramadani Anggita , Nafhan Yasmin Avissa
Published: December 2024

Degradasi moral yang terjadi saat ini semakin mengkhawatirkan di kalangan mahasiswa menjadi perhatian serius bagi berbagai pihak. Nilai-nilai moral yang luntur dapat mengancam keutuhan bangsa dan negara. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis implementasi mata kuliah wajib kurikulum Pendidikan Pancasila dalam memperkuat etika Pancasila guna mengatasi degradasi moral di kalangan mahasiswa. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode survei kuantitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Data dikumpulkan dari total 196 mahasiswa Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia yang sudah mengikuti mata kuliah wajib kurikulum Pendidikan Pancasila melalui kuesioner yang disebarkan secara daring, kemudian dianalisis menggunakan statistik deskriptif serta regresi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa metode pembelajaran yang dilakukan dengan melibatkan mahasiswa secara aktif seperti studi kasus, project-based learning, dan diskusi kelompok dinilai efektif dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai Pancasila. Terdapat kolerasi signifikan antara persepsi positif mahasiswa terhadap pembelajaran Pancasila dengan efektivitas implementasi dari mata kuliah tersebut. Kesimpulannya bahwa pembelajaran mata kuliah wajib kurikulum Pendidikan Pancasila efektif dalam memperkuat etika mahasiswa dalam mengatasi degradasi moral, namun terdapat ruang untuk peningkatan dalam metode pembelajaran agar dapat berjalan lebih inklusif dan relevan dengan isu-isu moral yang ada.
Experimental Study of the Simultaneous Effect of Ion-tuned Water and Clay Particles on the Behavior of Water-in-Oil Emulsion; New Insight into Asphaltene Molecular Structure
Authors: Mahdavi Mina Sadat , Dehaghani Amir Hossein Saeedi
Published: December 2024

Enhancing oil recovery in sandstone reservoirs, particularly through smart water flooding, is an appealing area of research that has been thoroughly documented. However, few studies have examined the formation of water-in-heavy oil emulsion because of the incompatibility between the injected water-folded ions, clay particles, and heavy fraction in the oil phase. In this study, we investigated the synergistic roles of asphaltene and clay in the smart water flooding process using a novel experimental approach. Our results provide new insights into how the behavior and properties of water in heavy oil emulsions are affected by changes in ion-tuned water in clay-rich sandstone reservoirs. To investigate this, heavy oil was combined with aqueous phases (in the absence and presence of clay) for 20 days at 80°C. Then, the emulsion phases were centrifuged to separate the oil and brine phases (aged oil and brine). The separated oil phases were analyzed using Interfacial Tension (IFT), oil viscosity measurements, and asphaltene onset point precipitation (AOP) experiments. We observed significant decreases in viscosity and AOP when crude oil was exposed to the aqueous phases containing brine and clay, which was also reflected in the IP-143 results. Additionally, ATR (Attenuated Total Reflection) results and elemental analysis obtained from asphaltenes extracted from the aged oil phase, along with zeta potential measurements of the aged oils, indicated a reduction in the concentration of aliphatic groups as well as in the polar and negative components of the asphaltene molecular structure from the oil phases. Furthermore, the analysis of the simultaneous effects of ion-tuned water and clay on emulsion properties revealed differing impacts on the stability of the emulsion phase. These variations were attributed to the contribution of polar asphaltene components at the interface. These findings could potentially reduce undesirable emulsion damage during heavy oil recovery with ion-tuned water flooding in clay-rich reservoirs.
Experiment and numerical analysis of prestressed unequal-walled rectangular concrete-filled steel box beams
Authors: Su Qi , Fu Guangyuan , Li Siping , Yang Jian
Published: December 2024

When long-span beams undergo large deformation, the strength of the beam material cannot be fully utilized. To solve this problem, a prestressed unequal-walled rectangular concrete-filled steel box (PURCFSB) beam is proposed in this paper. The prestressed is added to the concrete-filled steel tubular (CFST) beam and the section is designed. This beam is an improved concrete-filled steel tubular (CFST) beam with flanges of unequal thickness; the upper part of the steel box contains concrete and the lower part is fitted with prestressed steel bars. Bending tests on ten PURCFSB beams with different concrete filling ratios and prestress levels show that prestress can increase the yield bending moment and delay the cracking of concrete. The appropriate filling ratio can improve the structure’s yield moment and ultimate bearing capacity and reduce its self-weight, while avoiding concrete cracking within the scope of work. Finite element analysis of the whole bending process of PURCFSB beams, carried out using ABAQUS software, yields results in good agreement with experiment. Parametric analysis (based on the validated finite-element model) of the effects of filling ratio and prestress level on bending performance shows that PURCFSB beams have good bearing capacity and deformation performance.
"Two-Point-One-Line" Ultrasound Surface Localization for Challenging Peripheral Venous Punctures in Children
Authors: Wu Juan , Gan Yi , Wei Jiao , Liu Huan , Qin Huiyu , Luo Tingting , Zhang Huiping , Yu Xuan , Hu Yongqun
Published: December 2024

【Objective】 To investigate the effectiveness of the "Two-Point-One-Line" ultrasound surface positioning technique for challenging venous punctures in children.
【Methods】 A total of 632 cases utilizing the "Two-Point-One-Line" ultrasound surface positioning technique were compared with 628 cases using conventional ultrasound guidance in children with difficult peripheral venous access. The comparison focused on the first puncture success rate, puncture duration, puncture-related complications (including subcutaneous hematoma, phlebitis, and pain), and patient satisfaction.
【Results】 The use of the "Two-Point-One-Line" ultrasound positioning technique for challenging venous punctures in children significantly improved the first puncture success rate (P < 0.005), reduced puncture duration (P < 0.005), and decreased complications such as subcutaneous hematoma, phlebitis, and pain (P < 0.005). Furthermore, both children and their parents reported higher satisfaction (P < 0.005).
【Conclusion】 Adopting the "Two-Point-One-Line" ultrasound surface positioning technique for difficult venous punctures in children can improve the first puncture success rate, shorter puncture duration, reduce complications, and enhance the satisfaction of both children and parents.
Electrochemical enzyme biosensor based on gold nanoparticles/polyaniline composites for highly specific rapidly detection of chlorpyrifos residues in traditional Chinese medicines
Authors: Sun Bolu , Lv Ying , Ma Quhuan , Shi Hongxia , Dang Qiaoning , Wang Xinlan , Zhou Miao , Da Xuanxiu , Yang Lin , Shi Xiaofeng
Published: December 2024

Chlorpyrifos (CPF) is an insecticide and acaricide that interrupts nerve conduction by reducing the activity of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. It can enter the human body through a variety of channels and produce serious physiological effects. However, excessive use of CPF in herbal production produces excessive pesticide residues and reduces the yield of high-quality herbs. Therefore, the development of effective and convenient CPF residue detection technology is critical for pesticide residue monitoring as well as danger avoidance. Based on this, an electrochemical enzyme biosensor using acetylcholinesterase (AChE) as the recognition element was constructed for highly sensitive and rapid detection of chlorpyrifos in traditional Chinese medicine. The electrode substrate modification material was a polyaniline/gold nanoparticles (PANI/AuNPs) composite material prepared by PANI functional modification of AuNPs with high conductivity and large specific surface area, which has excellent electrical conductivity and biocompatibility. Specifically, the PANI/AuNPs offered an exceptional active site for AChE immobilization, greatly enhancing the electrical signals resulting from AChE-catalyzed iodination of acetylthiocholine and accelerating electron transfer. In contrast, AChE's better identification of the target analyte CPF meant that the sensor was highly selective for organophosphorus pesticide residues. Under optimized conditions, the sensor showed good linearity in the range of 1.00 × 10− 3 ~ 1.00 × 101 ppm with a detection limit of 7.90 × 10− 5 ppm. During practical sample testing, the sensor exhibited remarkable stability, reproducibility, and sensitivity in detecting CPF pesticide residues in Chinese herbal medicines. This offers a reliable tool for precise monitoring and propels the progress of enzyme-based biosensors, both in fostering the cultivation and production of superior-quality herbal medicines, as well as in enabling rapid on-site pesticide residue detection.
The Effect Of Bilateral Rectus Sheath And Oblique Subcostal Transversus Abdominis Plane Blocks On Mechanical Power İn Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Surgery: Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Karaarslan Esma , Tire Yasin , Tutar Mahmut Sami , Ekinci Nuran Akıncı , Mermer Hasan Alp , Uyar Sami , Ateş Dilek , Şimşek Gürcan , Kozanhan Betül
Published: December 2024

Background: In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of bilateral rectus sheath blocks (RSB) and oblique subcostal transversus abdominis plane (OSTAP) blocks on mechanical power (MP) in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy under general anesthesia. Additionally, we sought to evaluate the impact of these blocks on postoperative pain and the quality of patient recovery.
Methods: In this prospective, double-blind study, 66 patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy were randomized into two groups: Group C (control), which received a standard analgesic intravenous regimen, and Group B (block), which received bilateral RSB and OSTAP blocks. Intraoperative mechanical power measurements were calculated for all patients. Postoperative pain was assessed using visual analog scale (VAS) scores, and recovery quality was measured using the 15-item quality of recovery (QoR-15) questionnaire.
Results: The mechanical power values for patients in Group C were consistently higher at all measured times: baseline, before bridion, and after bridion. While the difference at baseline was not statistically significant, significant differences were observed before and after bridion (p values=0.112, 0.021, and 0.003, respectively).
Patients in Group B exhibited lower VAS scores at all measured times (30 minutes, 2 hours, 8 hours, and 24 hours) with statistically significant differences at each time point (p < 0.05). Additionally, essential variations were noted in the administration of rescue analgesia between the groups (p < 0.001).
Regarding tramadol consumption, Group C patients had higher values [84(74–156) vs. 0(0–75), median (25–75th percentiles)], with this difference being statistically significant (p < 0.001).
For the QoR-15 scores, Group C also recorded higher values [129(124–133) vs. 122 (115–125), median (25–75th percentiles)], and this difference was significant (p<0.001).
Conclusıons: Bilateral RSB and OSTAP blocks significantly reduce mechanical power measurements during surgery. Moreover, they significantly decrease postoperative pain and analgesic consumption and enhance patient recovery scores.
Trial registration:
The study protocol was registered in the international database ClinicalTrials.gov (registration no. NCT06202040). This study was conducted between December 2023 and January 2024 at the Department of Anaesthesiology and Reanimation of Konya City Hospital.
Factors Associated with Health Seeking Behaviours and Practice of Antibiotics Self-Medication among adults in Abakaliki metropolis, Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Authors: Adeke Azuka S. , Olorukooba Abdulhakeem A. , Charles-Amaza Rahab , Aniemeka Dilichukwu I. , Adeke Stephanie O. , Sufiyan Mu’awiyyah B.
Published: December 2024

One of the inappropriate health seeking behaviours (HSBs) people express when they feel ill is self-medication (SM). The consequence of SM with antibiotics is the increase in antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Therefore, this study aimed to assess HSBs and the practice of SM with antibiotics among adults in Abakaliki, Nigeria. The study was undertaken using cross-sectional study design. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select a sample of 448 study respondents. Data were collected with a questionnaire and analysed using SPSS version 26. Frequency tables were used to present the descriptive statistics. Bivariate and multivariate analyses of HSB and practice of SM with antibiotics against socio-demographic characteristics were done and statistically significant findings were considered with the alpha level of significance set at 5%. Only 161 (35.9%) of the respondents had appropriate HSB (consulting a doctor) as their first action when experiencing a health problem. Factors reported by majority of respondents to influence HSBs were perceived severity of illness 321 (71.7%), knowledge/past experience of illness 306 (68.3%), cost of treatment 304 (67.9%), and financial status 267 (59.6%). The predictors of HSB were being single (AOR = 0.349, 95%CI = 0.172–0.709, p = 0.004), privately/self-employed (AOR = 0.337, 95%CI = 0.158–0.720, p = 0.005), unemployed (AOR = 0.219, 95%CI = 0.074–0.645, p = 0.006), living with family members (AOR = 0.549, 95%CI = 0.307–0.981, p = 0.043), and earning at least 100,000 naira (AOR = 3.619, 95%CI = 1.271–10.303, p = 0.016). Many respondents 431 (96.2%) had ever practiced antibiotics SM. Over half 252 (58.5%) had practiced antibiotics SM in the previous three months before the study. Factors reported by majority to influence antibiotics SM were mild illness 293 (68.0%), insufficient funds to visit a health facility 244 (56.6%), affordable cost of care in pharmacy/drug shops 325 (75.4%), and knowledge/past experience of illness 326 (75.6%). Others were easy access to antibiotics from pharmacy/drug shops 357 (82.8%), successful treatment from previous use of prescribed antibiotics 366 (84.9%), and long waiting time in health facilities 266 (61.7%). The predictors of antibiotics SM were being single (AOR = 0.578, 95%CI = 0.351–0.953, p = 0.032), and earning 30,000–49,999 naira (AOR = 0.463, 95%CI = 0.268–0.802, p = 0.006). Most of the respondents had inappropriate HSBs and almost all had practiced antibiotics SM previously. There is need for mass sensitisations and enforcement of antibiotic dispensing laws in Nigeria. Also, scaling up health insurance in communities may address some identified factors influencing HSBs and SM, such as insufficient funds to visit a health facility.
Comparison between low molecular weight heparin and apixaban (direct oral anticoagulant) in the prophylaxis against venous thromboembolism after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
Authors: Abdelsalam Ahmed , Fikry Micheal , Fahmy Ahmed , Hegazy Tarek , Hamdy Afaf , Refaat Ahmed , Elansary Ahmed
Published: December 2024

Background
Like any major operation, sleeve gastrectomy (SG) has its reported postoperative complications. Among them are venous thromboembolic complications (VTE) that may predispose to mortality. Despite the proven efficacy of the traditional anticoagulants, such as low molecular weight heparins (LMWHs) for VTE management, they have their limitations. Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) have been currently adopted for the management of VTE. We conducted this study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of apixaban against VTE after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in comparison with LMWH.
Methods
This was a randomized controlled trial that included 100 adult patients who underwent SG and received LMWH (Group A) or apixaban (Group B) for VTE prophylaxis. We recorded and analyzed the postoperative events up to the 30th day after surgery.
Results
This study included Group A (n = 50) and Group B (n = 50). No VTE occurred in either group (0%). Postoperative bleeding was encountered in one patient of each group (2%). The follow-up venous Doppler study was unremarkable in the two groups.
Conclusion
Apixaban was shown to be as effective and as safe as LMWH in preventing VTE after LSG. Taking into account the specific advantages of DOACs, apixaban presents a promising alternative to LMWH for the prevention of VTE in patients undergoing bariatric surgery.