bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Los Problemas de Fermi y las Modelling Eliciting Activities como un recurso para fomentar la Modelización Matemática entre el alumnado de Educación Primaria
Authors: Toalongo Ximena , Trelles César , Alsina Ángel
Published: August 2024

La modelización matemática ocupa un lugar relevante en la investigación educativa internacional. En este contexto, el presente estudio trata sobre una actividad de modelización matemática diseñada y elaborada a partir de los planteamientos teóricos tanto de los problemas de Fermi como de las Modelling Eliciting Activities (MEA’s). El objetivo del estudio es describir y comprender los procesos de modelización matemática a través de las producciones y reacciones de alumnos ecuatorianos de Educación Primaria (10-11 años) cuando resuelven una de estas actividades.  Se utilizó un enfoque metodológico mixto a través de un diseño de estudio de caso intensivo. Los resultados muestran que el alumnado, a pesar de no tener experiencia previa con estas actividades, es capaz de comprender el problema, establecer conjeturas, suposiciones y proponer ideas de solución. Se concluye que estas actividades presentan grandes ventajas para el desarrollo de las habilidades de modelización del alumnado de esta etapa educativa.
Comparison as a Cure for “Linguistic Potholes”
Authors: Krylova Maria ,   Azov Black Sea Engineering Institute – a Branch of the Don State Agrarian University
Published: August 2024

The article examines the functioning of comparative constructions in various areas of use of the modern Russian language. It is noted that there are objects of mass culture in which comparisons are rarely used: some literary texts and some popular songs. In most cases (in fiction, song lyrics, scientific speech, the media, etc.), comparative constructions act as popular linguistic units that perform various functions. Comparisons serve for expression and figurativeness, help speakers convey feelings and attitudes, evaluate and joke. Their functioning in the modern Russian language illustrates its active and positive development, demonstrates the desire of speakers to build various associations using comparative constructions, the objects (images) of which help to more accurately, vividly, and expressively characterize reality.
Linguistic Features of the Modern Textual Computer-Mediated Communication of Russian-Speaking Youth
Authors: Sevostyanova Irina ,   Murom Institute of Vladimir State University named after A. G. and N. G. Stoletov
Published: August 2024

In recent years, young people have been spending more and more time in virtual reality, where their speech acquires various unique features. Textual computer-mediated communication (TCMC) of young people has a wide variety of features that have not been sufficiently studied to date. Due to the lack of information on the characteristics of the TCMC of young people in the Internet space, a sample observation and a linguistic survey were conducted, in which 165 representatives of Russian-speaking youth from 6 subjects of the Russian Federation took part. This study contributed to the disclosure of new previously little-studied aspects. As a result, a number of characteristic features were identified at lexical, spelling and punctuation levels. The findings can be applied to improve the effectiveness of intergenerational communication.
Strategi Penguatan Kemandirian Belajar Peserta Didik Pada Madrasah Aliyah Berbasis Pesantren
Authors: Sukarman Sukarman , Sutomo Imam
Published: August 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui: 1) strategi MA Tahfidhul Qur'an Sebagai Surkati dalam penguatan pembelajaran mandiri siswa, 2) strategi MA Nurul Islam Tengaran Kabupaten Semarang dalam penguatan pembelajaran mandiri siswa, 3) peran guru MA Tahfidhul Qur'an Sebagai Surkati Salatiga dan MA Nurul Islam Tengaran Kabupaten Semarang dalam penguatan pembelajaran mandiri siswa. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan pendekatan studi kasus. Subjek penelitian ini adalah Kepala Madrasah, wakil kepala Madrasah, guru dan dokumen KTSP MA AS Surkati Salatiga dan MA Nurul Islam Tengaran Kabupaten Semarang. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini adalah melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan teknik analisis data menggunakan model Miles dan Huberman. Hasil penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan sebagai berikut: 1) strategi MA Tahfidhul Qur'an Sebagai Surkati Salatiga dalam penguatan karakter belajar mandiri siswa adalah dengan memberikan kesadaran kepada guru untuk menerapkan pembelajaran yang dapat memperkuat karakter belajar mandiri siswa, memberikan kesadaran kepada siswa tentang pentingnya belajar. Esteblish tujuan dan target pembelajaran, memberikan tugas yang terukur, mengedukasi kebiasaan, memberikan kesempatan kepada mahasiswa untuk mengatur kegiatan kemahasiswaan yang diatur dan menyediakan berbagai fasilitas untuk memberikan kemudahan dan kenyamanan dalam belajar. 2) strategi MA Nurul Islam Tengaran Kabupaten Semarang dalam penguatan self regulated learning siswa adalah melakukan pembekalan, pembinaan rutin dan pemberian pelatihan bagi guru. Strategi yang terkait dengan mahasiswa adalah memberikan kesadaran dan pengertian, memberikan motivasi, mendidik pembiasaan bagi mahasiswa dan menyediakan sarana yang memadai untuk memberikan kemudahan dan kenyamanan dalam belajar. 3). Peran guru di MA AS Surkati Salatiga dan MA Nurul Islam Tengaran Kabupaten Semarang dalam penguatan self regulated learning siswa sebagai model, sebagai motivator, monitoring dalam metode pembelajaran dan outcome pembelajaran siswa serta menerapkan pendekatan pembelajaran dan metode pembelajaran yang dapat memperkuat self regulated learning siswa.
Comparing treatment effects on dogs with acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome: fecal microbiota transplantation, symptomatic therapy, or antibiotic treatment
Authors: Reisinger Andrea , Stübing Helene , Suchodolski Jan S. , Pilla Rachel , Unterer Stefan , Busch Kathrin
Published: August 2024

OBJECTIVE

Dogs with acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome (AHDS) present with similar clinical signs and histopathological findings as dogs with parvovirosis, in which fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) has led to a significantly faster resolution of diarrhea and shorter hospitalization times. We investigated whether FMT results in faster clinical improvement and normalization of the intestinal microbiome compared to standard treatment.

ANIMALS

32 client-owned dogs with AHDS.

METHODS

A prospective, double-anonymized clinical trial included 3 groups: symptomatic treatment (n = 12), FMT treatment (FMTT; 12), and antibiotic treatment (AT; 8). Clinical improvement was determined on the basis of AHDS index, changes in the microbiome based on the dysbiosis index, and PCR results for clostridial strains.

RESULTS

Overall, no significant differences in clinical scores between the treatment groups over time were detected except on day 2 (higher AHDS index in the AT group compared to FMTT group; P = .046). The dysbiosis index increased and P hiranonis decreased on day 1 in some dogs, but these changes were transient in the symptomatic treatment and FMTT groups. In the AT group, the dysbiosis index was persistently elevated and 4 of 8 dogs showed a reduced abundance of P hiranonis on day 42. In 67% of the dogs on day 1, NetF-encoding Clostridium perfringens was detected and enterotoxin-encoding strains increased, but these changes were transient in all dogs, regardless of therapy.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Overall, in dogs with AHDS, neither FMT nor AT resulted in faster clinical improvement. In addition, C perfringens strains are self-limiting and do not require antibiotic therapy.
Return to sport activity following ultrasonographic diagnosis and conservative management of spontaneous injuries of the serratus cervicis ventralis and serratus thoracis ventralis muscles in 11 endurance horses
Authors: Puccetti Massimo , Pilati Nicola , Beccati Francesca , Denoix Jean-Marie
Published: August 2024

OBJECTIVE

To describe the clinical diagnosis, ultrasound findings, and outcome of 11 endurance horses with injuries to the serratus ventralis thoracis (SVT) or serratus ventralis cervicis (SVC) muscle.

ANIMALS

11 endurance horses competing in medium- to high-level competitions and presenting with lameness caused by injuries to the SVT or SVC muscle, as confirmed by ultrasonography.

CLINICAL PRESENTATION

Physical examinations revealed swelling caudal to the shoulder region associated with dorsocranial displacement of the scapula and edema of the ventral thorax for horses with SVT injuries. Swelling cranial to the scapula and edema of the pectoral area were identified among horses with injuries to the SVC.

RESULTS

Dynamic examinations revealed moderate-to-severe reduction of the cranial phase of the stride at the walk; at the trot, a lameness score of 2 to 3/5 was assigned (modified American Association of Equine Practitioners Lameness Scale). Ultrasonography revealed moderate-to-severe increases in size of the muscle body, heterogeneous echogenicity, loss of the striated muscle pattern, and varying degrees of perimuscular edema. All horses were able to resume full training and competition in an average of 216 days (range, 74 to 362 days) and 148 days (range, 112 to 309 days) for injuries of the SVT and SVC, respectively.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

This case series is the first to describe the clinical and ultrasonographic features of spontaneous injuries to the SVT or SVC. Ultrasonography for diagnosis was simple and well tolerated by the horses.
How to Analyze and Enhance Participation in Electronic Networks of Practice
Authors: Charkhsaz Fatemeh , Isaai Mohammad Taghi , Dayani Malihe
Published: August 2024

This study proposes an exploratory methodology for analyzing participation in Electronic Networks of Practice, focusing on a network of 500 specialists in breast cancer treatment as a case study. The research addresses a critical gap in understanding how conversational dynamics influence participation in professional forums. Conversation measures and participation measures reported in the literature are identified and categorized, and new ones are suggested. This study by correlation analysis reveals three key participation triggers: initiator features, timing of initiation, and feedback, while also identifying non-associated variables like conversation topic and expression. Clustering categorizes conversations into four types, each exhibiting participation patterns and attributes. Social network analysis further reveals the network’s structure and participants’ interrelations. These findings provide a comprehensive understanding of participation in Electronic Networks of Practice and show the methodology’s broader applicability in analyzing professional networks. The study’s insights are vital for practitioners and theorists by offering a perspective on fostering knowledge sharing.
Emicizumab in two patients with acquired haemophilia A – case report
Authors: Zhao Milly , Kartika Thomas , Witenko Corey , Snead Jessica , DeSancho Maria T , Ciolek Alana
Published: August 2024

Patients with acquired haemophilia A (PwAHA) can present with severe bleeding and may require lengthy treatment with bypassing agents and immunosuppression. We present two cases of the implementation of emicizumab in PwAHA. The first patient, an 82-year-old man with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), presented with acquired haemophilia A (AHA) and spontaneous left tibia hematoma complicated by a persistent wound and infections. After a month of intermittent bleeding at the site and immunosuppression, the inhibitor level remained elevated and he was placed on emicizumab. While on therapy, debridement of the wound required activated factor VII therapy, which was complicated by a venous thromboembolism (VTE). He was successfully managed with anticoagulation while on emicizumab until his inhibitor level was undetectable. The second patient is a 62-year-old woman, also with RA and with a persistently positive dilute Russell viper venom time who presented with intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH) and was found to have AHA. After a period of time on bypassing agents, emicizumab was started due to a persistent inhibitor level and the ICH remained stable. She only required two doses initially, however, had a relapse with recurrent factor VIII inhibitor and received three additional doses without any complications. These cases highlight that emicizumab is a viable option in the care of PwAHA in challenging scenarios such as in the context of VTE and ICH.
The Impact of Non-Reimbursable European Funds in Romania on Gross Domestic Product
Authors: Munteanu Răzvan-Aurelian
Published: August 2024

The paper represents an analysis of the access to non-reimbursable European funds in Romania, at the level of January 2024. The analysis is carried out at the territorial level, in all 41 counties in Romania, to which the Municipality of Bucharest is added. In order to determine the efficiency of the use of these funds, a correlation was made between the level of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), as the main macroeconomic aggregate that measures the level of development and the value of the non-reimbursable European funds accessed by Romania in January 2024. The correlation shows a direct and strong link between the two variables, at each county level.
Awareness of endocrine-disrupting chemicals among adults living in the Eastern province of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alabdulmohsen Dalal , Alhashim Zahra , Almudayris Shuaa , AlMajed Mozoon , AlAmiri Latifa , Elshebiny Ahmed
Published: August 2024

Objective: This study aimed to assess awareness levels among adults living in the Eastern region of Saudi Arabia about the potential health risks of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs).
Methods: A cross-sectional design was employed. Data were collected through an anonymous online survey administered to a sample of 408 adults residing in the region.
Results: Out of 408 participants in this study, only 112 (27.5%) demonstrated a good understanding of the negative health impacts linked to EDCs. The remaining majority (72.5%, 296 participants) exhibited lower knowledge levels. The analysis revealed statistically significant connections (p-value < 0.05) between knowledge level and factors such as gender, occupation, and medical background. However, no significant associations were found with age and level of education (p-value > 0.05).
Conclusion: This study revealed a considerably low level of knowledge about the adverse effects of EDCs among adults living in the Eastern province of Saudi Arabia. Knowledge levels were found to increase with female participants, with occupation as well as those with a medical background.
ARGENTINE AND BRAZILIAN AGRICULTURAL COMPETITIVENESS IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Authors: Christ Gabriela Daiana , Cunico Eliana
Published: August 2024

This paper aims to analyze the agribusiness insertion of these two countries in international trade to verify their overall positioning and their exported products in the period covering the trienniums 2008-2010 and 2018-2020. The performance is evaluated based on the participation of each country and its products in world imports, considering the methodology proposed by Fajnzylber (1991), which classifies the products according to their positioning (either favorable or unfavorable) and efficiency throughout the period (either high or low).  The results show that Brazilian agribusiness is more competitive than Argentinian and a significant portion (52.71%) of the products in Brazil's export portfolio are classified as in an excellent situation. In the case of Argentina 63.38% of its exports were classified in the non-competitive group, that is, items in a situation of retreat and a situation of missed opportunities. We observe that discussions on this topic do not cease as the study suggests new fronts and directions for future research based on the results of this investigation.
VALORAÇÃO AMBIENTAL APLICADA A SISTEMAS AGRÍCOLAS DE MILHO PRÓXIMOS À CIDADE DE UBERLÂNDIA – MG
Authors: Silva Yasmim Twanne de Cássia , De Araújo Aracy Alves
Published: August 2024

O objetivo deste artigo foi analisar três sistemas de cultivo de milho em quatro áreas, convencional (CC), transgênico (CT1 e CT2) e orgânico (CO), para verificar os custos/benefícios e estimar os custos evitados conforme a relação de gastos com insumos e com atividades defensivas. Obteve-se os dados a partir de questionário e por meio de levantamento de preços de mercado para os principais insumos utilizados. Estimou-se os valores gastos conforme a quantidade/hectare aplicada nas áreas e estes valores foram usados para calcular os custos evitados. A área CT2 apresentou maiores gastos, provavelmente pelo tipo de fertilizantes e pesticidas utilizados, além da variedade e quantidade dos produtos. Já a área CO, além de utilizar esterco bovino de baixo custo e em menor quantidade, não utilizou pesticida, mas apresentou menor rendimento. Ao estimar os custos evitados, identificou-se que os produtores teriam um ganho econômico, além dos benefícios ambientais, porém a produtividade da área diminui, o que não seria atrativo para o produtor, sendo necessário a busca de alternativas sustentáveis de produção tanto ambiental como econômica.
EDUKASI GOOD FARMING PRACTICE BAGI PETERNAK SAPI POTONG DI KECAMATAN PAUH KOTA PADANG
Authors: Syaiful Ferry Lismanto , Khasrad Khasrad , Mundana Mangku , Rusdimansyah Rusdimansyah , Sumedi Sumedi
Published: August 2024

Sapi potong merupakan salah satu hewan ternak yang menghasilkan daging dengan nilai ekonomi tinggi. Secara umum, pengembangan banyak kendala karena peternakan sapi masih dikelola secara tradisional oleh masyarakat. Good Farming Practices (GFP) merupakan pedoman bagi peternak dalam melakukan usaha budidaya peternakan. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah: untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan masyarakat tentang penerapan GFP pada sapi potong sehingga dapat meningkatkan performa produksinya dan meningkatkan pendapatan masyarakat. Lokasi pelaksanaan kegiatan ini dilaksanakan pada Kelompok Ternak Mak Uniang di daerah Rindang Alam Kelurahan Koto Luar Kecamatan Pauh Kota Padang. Metode yang digunakan adalah PRA (Participatory Rural Appraisal), dimana dosen mitra langsung menjadi fasilitator dan langsung dapat memfasilitasi masyarakat/mitra dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan. Untuk metode pembelajaran pencapaian target kegiatan yang digunakan yakni metode partisipatoris. Mitra kegiatan adalah kelompok ternak Mak Uniang dan masyarakat di Rindang Alam Kelurahan Koto Luar Kecamatan Pauh Kota Padang. Tahapan pelaksanaan kegiatan yaitu sosialisasi/ Penyuluhan, yakni berupa pemaparan materi dan diskusi. Materi yang diberikan berupa manajemen pemeliharaan ternak sapi yang baik (good farming practices). Kegiatan ini mendapat respon dan antusiasme yang sangat baik  dari para peternak. Hal ini tercermin dari minat para peternak terhadap pertanyaan dan keinginan mereka terhadap bimbingan  teknis guna mendorong peternakan berkelanjutan. Selain itu, perolehan hasil kegiatan ini terlihat bahwa adanya peningkatan pengetahuan, pemahaman dan ketrampilan mitra baik dalam penerapan good farming practice (GFP) terhadap sapi potong, bahkan peternak juga berkomitmen akan melaksanakan apa yang  disampaikan oleh pemateri terkait penerapan GFP pada sapinya.
Dampak Alih Fungsi Lahan Sawah terhadap Pendapatan Petani di Kecamatan Kubung Kabupaten Solok
Authors: Pratama Resky Armi , Noer Melinda , Budiman Cipta
Published: August 2024

Lahan pertanian di Kabupaten Solok, tepatnya di kecamatan Kubung mengalami perubahan fungsi lahan menjadi industri, perumahan, perdagangan, dan lain-lain yang sebelumnya merupakan Kawasan produktif penghasil padi. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian kuantitatif yang menggunakan metode Uji T yang bertujuan untuk menganalisis dampak alih fungsi lahan padi sawah terhadap pendapatan petani di kecamatan Kubung Kabupaten Solok. Berdasarkan analisis yang dilakukan bahwa dampak alih fungsi lahan tersebut yaitu terjadi penurunan pendapatan usahatani secara signifikan. Hal ini diakibatkan oleh petani cenderung mengalihfungsikan lahan kepada lahan yang tidak produkitif, sehingga lahan produktif sisa pengalih fungsian menjadi berkurang dalam segi luas dan juga produktifitas, sehingga penerimaan hasil padi sawah tidak dapat dijadikan sebagai penopang kehidupan petani.
“El nombre de las cosas” y “Adiós mi amor”: La fuerza de la palabra en dos cuentos de Nayla Chehade
Authors: De Gregorio Cabellos Alicia
Published: August 2024

Los cuentos “El nombre de las cosas” y “Adiós mi amor” son las dos publicaciones más recientes de Nayla Chehade, escritora colombiana residente en Estados Unidos. Ambos relatos se caracterizan por el compromiso de la autora con el valor estético del lenguaje. Este compromiso se manifiesta en ellos a través de la combinación del realismo derivado de espacios, acciones y actores, así como de los registros lingüísticos de personajes y narradores con la poeticidad nacida de la musicalidad de los textos y de sus abundantes imágenes de profunda naturaleza lírica.
ANALISIS PENGARUH GAYA KEPEMIMPINAN DELEGATIF, KOMPENSASI, DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA PT ARISU INDONESIA DI SURABAYA
Authors: Rahmat Dwi Aprillianto  , Drs. Djoko Sudiro, Msi
Published: August 2024

Tujuan penyelidikan ini adalah untuk mengetahui ada tidaknya: Pengaruh 1) kecenderungan pemimpin dalam mendelegasikan wewenang kepada bawahannya; 2) gaji dan tunjangan; 3) sifat tempat kerja; dan 4) ketiga faktor tersebut secara bersama-sama mempengaruhi produktivitas. Kantor PT Arisu Indonesia di Surabaya adalah lokasi kerja lapangan studi kasus ini. Partisipan dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 626 orang yang bekerja di PT Arisu Indonesia. Ada 244 pekerja yang dijadikan sampel. Wawancara, observasi, dan kuesioner digunakan untuk mengumpulkan data. Data yang terkumpul dianalisis menggunakan SPSS 23. Analisis deskriptif, Uji Validitas, dan Uji Reliabilitas merupakan bagian dari penyelidikan ini. Uji Normalitas, Uji Multikolinearitas, dan Uji Heteroskedastisitas merupakan contoh uji asumsi tradisional. Pemodelan linier menggunakan banyak prediktor. Menganalisis R2: Uji Koefisien determinasi. Ada dua jenis uji hipotesis: uji t dan uji F. Berdasarkan data yang terkumpul dapat disimpulkan bahwa 1) gaya kepemimpinan delegatif berpengaruh positif terhadap kinerja pegawai (thitung = 2,067, ttabel = 1,651, p = 0,04). Tingkat signifikan sebesar (0,000 0,05) menunjukkan bahwa (2) terdapat pengaruh positif remunerasi terhadap kinerja pegawai, dengan nilai thitung (4,315) > ttabel (1,651). Karena thitung (9,338) > ttabel (1,651) dan p-value kurang dari 0,05 maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa tempat kerja berpengaruh terhadap produktivitas. Nilai Fhitung > Ftabel (161,612 > 2,64) menunjukkan adanya hubungan positif antara gaya kepemimpinan delegatif, remunerasi, dan lingkungan kerja dengan kinerja pegawai pada tingkat signifikansi (0,000 0,05).
PENERAPAN BUDAYA NRIMO ING PANDUM DALAM PENDEKATAN RATIONAL EMOTIVE BEHAVIROR THERAPY (REBT) UNTUK MEREDUKSI SELF INJURY REMAJA
Authors: Laili Budiyono Alief , Uswatun Hasanah Binti
Published: August 2024

Perilaku menyakiti diri sendiri (self injury) merupakan suatu bentuk perilaku yang dilakukan individu sebagai upaya untuk mengurangi rasa sakit dan kecewa secara emosional, hal ini dilakukan tidak dengan niat untuk bunuh diri, melainkan hanya sebagai tindak yang dapat mengalihkan rasa sakit batin dan kecewa emosional kepada luka yang dibuat pada anggota tubuh yang ditimbulkan akibat melakukan tindakan self injury. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu (1) mengetahui faktor-faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi self injury pada remaja dan (2) mengetahui penerapan budaya nrimo ing pandum dalam pendekatan REBT untuk mereduksi perilaku self injury pada remaja. Penulisan artikel ini menggunakan literature review dengan mengkaji berbagai literatur yang relevan. Adanya literature review ini dapat dijadikan oleh konselor maupun peneliti lainnya guna menambah wawasan terkait konsep penerapan budaya nrimo ing pandum dalam pendekatan REBT  untuk mereduksi perilaku self injury pada remaja. Hasil penelitianbahwa terdapat beberapa faktor yang mempengaruhi self injury remaja diantaranya kepribadian individu, psikologis individu, keluarga, lingkungan, pola asuh dan hubungan asmara. Adapun upayan yang dapat dilakukan untuk mereduksi self injury dengan menggunakan pendekatan REBT bermuatan nilai-nilai budaya Nerimo Ing Pndum yang telah dijelaskan langkah-langkah pelaksanaannya. Saran bagi peneliti selanjutnya adalah untuk melakukan efektifitas pendekatan REBT bermuatan nilai-nilai budaya Nerimo Ing Pndum untuk mereduksi self injury remaja.
Liability Rules for Automated Vehicles: Definitions and Details
Authors: Widen William H. , Koopman Philip
Published: August 2024

This paper explains how the law ought to assign liability for automated vehicle accidents by providing an example of a proposed statute. We advocate for the creation of the legal fiction of a “Computer Driver,” which can have negligence liability, anytime a court or jury determines that the Computer Driver’s behavior failed to imitate or exceed the level of care we would expect of an attentive and unimpaired Human Driver in similar circumstances. We then use this concept to explain how to determine contributory negligence and comparative fault when control of a vehicle is transferred from a Computer Driver to a Human Driver by specifying a portion of time during the take-over transition period in which the Human Driver cannot have contributory negligence or comparative fault as a matter of law. We have proposed and defended these views in contemporaneous traditional law review articles, but to achieve the needed regulatory reform, our suggestions must be presented in a form containing proposed statutory language for adoption by a legislature. To that end, we make our case in this paper by presenting proposed legal definitions and explanatory legislative history for use by legislatures to implement our recommended structure. We use this non-traditional presentation because we believe the complexity associated with automated driving technology can only be fully conveyed by providing the details in a precise way, with technical definitions and wording that should be familiar to engineers and safety specialists.
An audit of treatment of proximal humerus fractures type 3 and 4 of Neer classification in a resource-poor setting in Sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Feigoudozoui Hermann V , Parteina Dogossou , Mapouka Mexan , Gnamkey Marius , Koné Seydou Gnombena N’golo
Published: August 2024

Objectives:

The objective of this study was to describe the challenges associated with imaging proximal humerus fractures in developing countries.

Methods:

This retrospective, descriptive, and analytical study was multicenter and was conducted in several health establishments in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, between January 2016 and March 2021. Patients had to be at least 16 years old at the time of surgery. Two-part fractures were not included in the study. A sample of 103 patients with proximal humerus fractures was included: 82 (79.6%) females and 21 (20.4%) males with a mean age of 46 years (Ranging: 21–68), treated by several surgical teams. Proximal humerus fractures were classified according to Neer classification. All fractures were treated surgically.

Results:

After a minimum follow-up of 36 months, treated patients were assessed clinically according to the Constant score. All fractures had healed. The results of the clinical examination carried out during the functional evaluation of the treated shoulders according to the Constant score were as follows: 25 (24.3%) excellent outcomes, 39 (37.9%) very good outcomes, 17 (16.5%) good outcomes, 13 (12.6%) outcomes considered average, and 14 (13.6%) poor outcomes. A total of 59 (57.3%) cases of complications were identified in this study. Treatment-related complications, such as local infection and malunion, were the most predominant.

Conclusion:

The high rates of poor outcomes and complications found in this study reflect the real difficulties of managing comminuted proximal humeral fractures in developing countries.
Flood Susceptibility Mapping of Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation Region of Telangana State, India: A Multi Criteria Approach using GIS and AHP
Authors: Reddy Lokanath M. , Reddy Madhusudhan M. , Reddy Venkata Rami Y. , Harshada K. , Reddy Vishnu Vardhan L.
Published: August 2024

This manuscript presents a comprehensive study on flood susceptibility mapping in the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) region of Telangana State, India, utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) as a multi-criteria approach. The primary objective of this research is to develop a robust flood susceptibility mapping framework for GHMC, considering various thematic maps including distance to river, elevation, flow accumulation, flow direction, drainage density, contour, Landsat 8, normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI), land use and land cover (LULC), annual rainfall, roughness, slope, stream network, topographic wetness index (TWI) and flood susceptibility map. Through the integration of these thematic maps, we have successfully delineated areas prone to flooding within the GHMC region. The study highlights the importance of utilizing multiple criteria and GIS techniques for accurate flood susceptibility assessment. The results indicate that areas with high drainage density, low elevation and proximity to rivers are more susceptible to flooding. Moreover, factors such as land cover, rainfall intensity and terrain roughness significantly influence flood susceptibility. Conclusions drawn from this study emphasize the significance of incorporating spatial analysis and decision-making techniques in flood risk management and urban planning initiatives.
REFLECTIONS ON THE «HYMN TO THE GREAT CITY» BY R.M. GLIER
Authors: ГНИЛОВ Б.Г. ГНИЛОВ Б.Г. , НОВИКОВА М. Л.
Published: August 2024

Статья посвящена творческому наследию выдающегося композитора Рейнгольда Глиэра. Размышления о «Гимне великому городу» Глиэра представляют собой попытку продвинуться в плане восстановления нарушенного равновесия и выравнивания образовавшейся диспропорции в академическом музыкознании ХХ века. Изложенные в статье соображения нацелены на обоснование следующего тезиса: внешне нейтральное «общелирическое» и «общегимническое» смысловое наполнение интересующей нас темы-мелодии Глиэра существенно обогащается действием и влиянием ряда неординарных и неочевидных на настоящий момент разноплановых факторов, выводящих её в своей совокупности на уровень многослойного и объемного художественного объекта. «Гимн великому городу» предстает собирательной, фокусирующей субстанцией, которая как нельзя лучше сообразуется с гимничностью, «соборностью» и, одновременно отзывается на немецкий вагнеровский след в несколько экзотическом имени Глиэра, а заодно и на «германизированное» название великого русского города на реке Нева.

The article is devoted to the creative legacy of the outstanding composer Reinhold Glier. Reflections on oner's «Hymn to the Great City» represent an attempt to move forward in terms of restoring the disturbed balance and leveling the resulting imbalance in academic musicology of the twentieth century. The considerations presented in the article are aimed at substantiating the following thesis: the externally neutral «general-lyrical» and «general-artistic» semantic content of the theme-melody of Glier that interests us is significantly enriched by the action and influence of a number of extraordinary and currently unobvious diverse factors that bring it together to the level of a multi-layered and three-dimensional artistic object. «Hymn to the Great City» appears as a collective, focusing substance that perfectly matches the hymnality, «conciliarity» and, at the same time, responds to the German Wagnerian trace in the somewhat exotic name of Gliera, and at the same time to the «Germanized» name of the great Russian city on the Neva River.
ON THE EVE OF A NEW SEASON: A RETROSPECTIVE LOOK AT THE CREATIVE SPACE OF TAMBOV ACADEMIC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA NAMED AFTER S.V. RAKHMANINOV
Authors: ТАТАРИНЦЕВА И.В.
Published: August 2024

В статье представлена аннотация творческой деятельности Тамбовского академического симфонического оркестра им.С.В. Рахманинована протяжении двух последних сезонов. Цель работы - проследить динамику его исполнительской практики на основе многочисленных концертов, как в Тамбовском регионе, так и за его пределами. Исходная установка статьи направлена на комментирование интерпретации художественным руководителем и главным дирижёром - Моргуновым А.П. как отечественных сочинений, так и зарубежных, в том числе и современных, например, С. Губайдули-ной, М. Броннера, А. Чайковского. Автором статьи отмечается не только количество концертов с момента создания оркестра (более 140), но и широкий жанровый диапазон исполненных произведений. Особое внимание уделено рассмотрению концертной деятельности оркестра во втором сезоне, который проходил под знаком года творчества великого С.В. Рахманинова. Знаковым событием не только для уже слаженного музыкального коллектива, но и для города Тамбова явилось исполнение 2-ой и 3-ей симфоний С.В...

The article presents an annotation of the creative activity of the Tambov Academic Symphony Orchestra named after S.V. Rakhmaninov over the past two seasons. The purpose of the work is to trace the dynamics of his performing practice, on the basis of numerous concerts, both in the Tambov region and beyond. The purpose of the article is to comment on the interpretation by the artistic director and chief conductor - Morgunov A.P. both domestic and foreign works, including modern ones, for example, S. Gubaidulina, M. Bronner, A. Tchaikovsky. The author of the article notes both the number of concerts since the creation of the orchestra (more than 140) and wide genre range of performed works. Particular attention is paid to the consideration of the concert activities of the orchestra in the second season, which took place at the 'Year of the great S.V. Rakhmaninov". A significant event for the well-coordinated musical group and city of Tambov was the performance of the 2nd and 3rd symphonies of S.V...
ANALYSIS OF CHINESE PIANO MUSIC PRODUCTION METHODS
Authors: ЦАЙ С ЦАЙ С
Published: August 2024

Китайская фортепианная музыка представляет собой уникальное сочетание традиционных китайских мелодий и мотивов с элементами западной музыки. В последние десятилетия она привлекает все большее внимание как внутри Китая, так и за его пределами. В данной статье мы рассмотрим методы создания китайской фортепианной музыки и проанализируем их влияние на звучание и стиль этого жанра.

Chinese piano music is a unique combination of traditional Chinese melodies and motifs with elements of Western music. In recent decades, it has attracted increasing attention both inside and outside China. In this article we will look at the methods of creating Chinese piano music and analyze their influence on the sound and style of this genre.
Unifying thermochemistry concepts in computational heterogeneous catalysis
Authors: Kreitz Bjarne , Gusmão Gabriel S. , Nai Dingqi , Sahoo Sushree Jagriti , Peterson Andrew A. , Bross David H. , Goldsmith C. Franklin , Medford Andrew J.
Published: August 2024

Thermophysical properties of adsorbates and gas-phase species define the free energy landscape of heterogeneously catalyzed processes and are pivotal for an atomistic understanding of the catalyst performance. These thermophysical properties, such as the free energy or the enthalpy, are typically derived from density functional theory (DFT) calculations. Enthalpies are species-interdependent properties that are only meaningful when referenced to other species. The widespread use of DFT has led to a proliferation of new energetic data in the literature and databases. However, there is a lack of consistency in how DFT data is referenced and how the associated enthalpies or free energies are stored and reported, leading to challenges in reproducing or utilizing the results of prior work. Additionally, DFT suffers from exchange-correlation errors that often require corrections to align the data with other global thermochemical networks, which are not always clearly documented or explained. In this review, we introduce a set of consistent terminology and definitions, review existing approaches, and unify the techniques using the framework of linear algebra. This set of terminology and tools facilitates the correction and alignment of energies between different data formats and sources, promoting the sharing and reuse of ab initio data. Standardization of thermochemistry concepts in computational heterogeneous catalysis reduces computational cost and enhances fundamental understanding of catalytic processes, which will accelerate the computational design of optimally performing catalysts.
Docking on Azaarene Nitrogen for Phosphite Mediated Sequential Transportations: Switch to meta-C−H Alkylation of Isoquinolines
Authors: Rani Soniya , Ray Anuj Kumar , Dewangan Devendra Kumar , Patil Nita Aruna Ramchandra , M Aarthika , Paul Ankan , Maity Pradip
Published: August 2024

Direct meta-C−H alkylation of azaarenes largely remains an unsolved challenge and typically requires multi-step synthesis protocols to circumvent the inherent ortho/para-reactivity. Recent progress for direct meta-C−H functionalization has been reported, but alkylation remains elusive due to the low reactivity of alkyl halides compared to the other successful electrophiles. We developed a new approach to “dock” the alkyl groups on isoquinoline nitrogen for their phosphite-mediated migrations to C2 carbon for an overall ortho-C−H alkylation with complete recovery of the phosphite. Tuning the phosphite-mediated protocol to switch the site selectivity would expedite direct and diverse multi-C−H bond functionalization. Herein, we report a switch to meta-C−H alkylation via developing photochemical [1,3] migration of the alkyl group followed by rearomatization. This dock-ing strategy for dual nitrogen activation and C−H functionalization led to a net-zero carbon waste method. The docking and migration protocol works with primary, secondary, and all carbon tertiary alkyl halides, leading to unprecedented success with sterically demanding alkylations. The phosphite-mediated transportation of the alkyl group from nitrogen to ring carbon makes the nitrogen of the meta-alkylated isoquinoline product ready for dock again. Here, for the first time, we showed consecutive re-docking of different functional groups on the free isoquinoline nitrogen for their sequential regioselective migrations at ortho-position. The change in phosphite-mediated methods and the docking order led to derivatizations of the meta-alkylated iso-quinoline products, including regiodivergent multi-C−H alkylations of isoquinolines.
When metal complexes evolve, and a minor species is the most active: the case of bis(phenanthroline)copper in the catalysis of glutathione oxidation and hydroxyl radical generation
Authors: Falcone Enrico , Vigna Vincenzo , Schueffl Hemma , Stellato Francesco , Vileno Bertrand , Bouraguba Merwan , Mazzone Gloria , Proux Olivier , Morante Silvia , Heffeter Petra , Sicilia Emilia , Faller Peter
Published: August 2024

Several copper-ligands, including 1,10-phenanthroline (Phen), have been investigated for anticancer purposes based on their capacity to bind excess Cu in cancer tissues and form redox active complexes able to catalyse the formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), ultimately leading to oxidative stress and cell death. Glutathione (GSH) is a critical compound as it is highly concentrated intracellularly and can reduce and dissociate copper(II) from the ligand forming poorly redox-active copper(I)-thiolate clusters. Here we report that Cu-Phen2 speciation evolves in physiologically relevant GSH concentrations. Experimental and computational experiments suggest that at pH 7.4 mostly copper(I)-GSH clusters are formed, but a minor species of copper(I) bound to one Phen and forming ternary complexes with GSH (GS-Cu-Phen) is the redox active species, oxidizing quite efficiently GSH to GSSG and forming HO• radicals. This minor active species becomes more populated at lower pH, such as typical lysosomal pH 5, resulting in faster GSH oxidation and HO• production. Consistently, cell culture studies showed lower toxicity of Cu-Phen2 upon inhibition of lysosomal acidification. Overall, this study underscores that sub-cellular localisation can considerably influence the speciation of Cu-based drugs and that minor species can be the most redox- and biologically- active.
Factors Associated with Functional Well-Being and Psychological Parameters among Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy Admitted to a Select Cancer Hospital in Bagalkot District - An Exploratory Study
Authors: N Kugali Shilpa , S Natekar Deelip , Wangi Mahesh
Published: August 2024

Background The global burden of cancer was estimated to have increased to 18.1 million new cases and 9.6 million deaths in 2018. One in 10 men and one in 10 women will develop cancer and a similar proportion will die from it. Approximately 43.8 million people worldwide are surviving within five years of their cancer diagnosis known as the five-year survival rate. The increase in cancer incidence could be attributed to many factors including population growth aging and changes in some health and economic conditions related to cancer.Method The research approach adopted in this present study was quantitative non-experimental approach and the research design adopted was descriptive cross sectional explorative design. Fifty subjects with cancer who were receiving chemotherapy at the select hospital in Bagalkot were selected using disproportionate stratified random sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was developed to collect the demographic information and to assess the level of functional wellbeing stress and anxiety. Stress was measured using Cohenrsquos perceived stress scale. The degree of anxiety was measured with Zung self-rating anxiety scale SAS. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.Results Cancer patients level of understanding of cancer showed that most patients 40 had a positive life experience 20 had a good life experience quality of life and 40 had a bad life experience quality of life. Stress levels of cancer patients showed that most patients experienced high stress 58 28 patients experienced slightly high stress and 14 experienced low stress. About 40 reported to have experienced mild to moderate anxiety 30 reported mild to severe anxiety 24 experienced severe anxiety and 6 reported more than one level of anxiety. Conclusion A significant relationship between health and its psychological and social variables was noted. As a result cancer patients experience significant levels of stress anxiety and health disorders while receiving chemotherapy.nbsp
DERAJAT ILOKUSI KEBENCIAN BERDIKSI NAMA HEWAN DALAM BAHASA INDONESIA
Authors: Sitanggang Natal P. , Sukma Bayu Permana , Sanubarianto Salimulloh Tegar , Walangarei Sjane F. , Jahdiah
Published: August 2024

Penggunaan nama hewan dalam konteks ujaran kebencian sering menjadi perdebatan di ruang yang bersifat personal, komunal, dan publik. Tulisan ini membahas derajat ilokusi kebencian yang termuat dalam delapan diksi terkait nama hewan dalam bahasa Indonesia. Derajat tersebut secara kuantitatif dilihat dari penilaian penutur bahasa Indonesia. Diksi yang dibahas dalam kajian ini dibagi dalam dua kelompok: enam diksi merupakan data primer yang diperoleh melalui angket pertanyaan kepada responden, dan dua diksi terakhir bersifat sekunder yang diderivasi dari data primer. Data primer dikaitkan dengan latar belakang pendidikan dan klaim etnis penutur, sedangkan data sekunder tidak dikaitkan dengan latar belakang pendidikan maupun klaim etnis karena merupakan derivasi dari data primer. Analisis data dilakukan secara kuantitatif untuk melihat persentasi respons dalam kategori penghinaan, pencemaran nama baik, fitnah, dan netral. Data primer dijaring dari delapan ibukota provinsi di Indonesia. Dari penjaringan itu, diperoleh klaim etnis sebanyak 40 kelompok dengan tingkat pendidikan yang cukup bervariasi. Dari analisis statistik diperoleh gambaran bahwa mayoritas penutur menilainya sebagai bentuk penghinaan. Yang lainnya menilainya secara variatif sebagai netral, pencemaran, dan fitnah.
Can the IRA and CHIPS Act Reduce Labor Earnings Inequality? Lessons from the US Shale Boom
Authors: Hernandez Martinez Victor , Panzitta Geena L.
Published: August 2024

We study how the US shale boom decreased labor earnings inequality by increasing demand for low-skill labor in small labor markets. The similarities in the concentrated geographic distribution of investments and the labor needed to build capacity between the US shale boom and the manufacturing construction influx that has followed the passage of the IRA and CHIPS and Science Acts raise the possibility that these bills could also impact labor earnings inequality in a similar way.
La estética de lo cotidiano o menor: hacia una pedagogía de la diferencia
Authors: Rojas Mayorga Juan David
Published: August 2024

El presente libro es fruto de la tesis doctoral de Juan David Rojas titulada “La estética de lo cotidiano o menor: hacia una pedagogía de la diferencia”, de la que tuve el gusto y el placer de acompañar como director. En ella, se propone un enfoque revolucionario para la educación, en que se enfatiza la importancia de reconocer y valorar la diversidad y la diferencia dentro del ámbito educativo. A través de una pedagogía de la diferencia se busca transformar la manera en cómo se concibe el aprendizaje, desafiando las estructuras tradicionales y promoviendo una inclusión auténtica y significativa de todas las formas de saber y de ser. Este enfoque no solo implica un cambio en la práctica docente, sino también un rediseño de los espacios educativos para fomentar la creatividad, la experimentación y la exploración de las múltiples realidades que componen nuestro mundo.
Effects of Computer Simulations, Attitudes Towards Chemistry and Prior Knowledge on Students’ Academic Achievement in Chemistry
Authors: Jere Samuel , Mpeta Mamotena
Published: August 2024

Improving academic achievement and students’ attitudes towards chemistry are among the important goals of science education. This study aimed to determine the influence of computer simulations on students’ attitudes and examine the predictive effects of the attitudes, students’ prior conceptual knowledge and computer simulations on their academic achievement after being taught chemical kinetics. The mixed-method study was based on the constructivist learning theory with a quasi-experimental design to collect quantitative data and semi-structured interviews to collect qualitative data. An experimental group of 53 grade 12 students was taught using simulations, and a control group of 65 students was taught using the conventional approach at two secondary schools in Limpopo Province, South Africa. A questionnaire and an achievement test were used to collect the data, which were analysed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 28. An independent samples t-test showed that there was a statistically significant difference in the students’ attitudes after instruction (t = 5.682, p < .05, d = 0.48) in favour of the experimental group. A stepwise multiple linear regression analysis revealed that attitude, students’ prior conceptual knowledge and computer simulation instruction were significant predictors of academic achievement (prior knowledge: ? = 0.49, t = 6.712, p < .05, attitude: ? = 0.18, t = 2.248, p < 0.05, and instructional method: ? = 0.40, t = 4.886, p < .05). Students with more positive attitudes, higher prior knowledge and who learnt using computer simulations had greater academic achievement. These findings have implications for practising teachers, as using computer simulations in teaching chemistry can result in improved academic achievement and attitudes towards chemistry.