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Enriching Artistic Works with Leftover Colored Paper Using The Art Of Colored Paper Quilling For Female Students Of The College Of Home Economics To Achieve Sustainable Development
Authors: Naglaa Muhammad Farouk Ahmed  , Dr. Rasha Hassan Hosni  , Dr. Nashwa Mohamed Esam
Published: September 2024

The field of artistic works is witnessing continuous changes and developments in new sciences and modern technologies. This is due to the community’s need for these works of art, and as a result of the colored papers remaining from paper manufacturing factories that are not used. The idea of the research was to use these remains to enrich the artwork and give it a contemporary appearance by using colored paper draping techniques to enrich the aesthetic aspect of the artwork.The research aims to achieve three basic axes: an axis to demonstrate the plastic possibilities of the art of colored paper quilling in its various forms, an axis to show the aesthetics of contemporary artwork from the remains of colored paper, and an axis concerned with the implementation of innovative artistic works that achieve sustainable development by linking them to create contemporary designs for use in the artistic work. . Collage style to enrich the field of artistic works among home economics students.Through these entries, the concept of collage art, its types, and its various plastic possibilities were clarified, and the different plastic possibilities of this art were identified. The research also relied on the experimental descriptive approach, through the experiment on fifth-level female students in home economics at King Khalid University. One of the most important results we reached. The hypotheses have been verified and it has been proven that experimenting with the remains of colored paper used in paper mills can achieve various plastic and tangible artistic values that enrich the artistic work of home economics students and achieve sustainable development. The current research recommends experimenting with the aesthetics of collage art using other materials.
A Development Technology Acceptance Model Towards Blended Learning Motivation: Social Presence as A Mediator
Authors: Jinsong Zou  , Songyu Jiang
Published: September 2024

Blended learning motivation (BLM) is crucial for the success of blended learning, especially for students in higher vocational education and training institutions (HVETIs). This study investigates the impact of perceived usefulness (PU), perceived ease of use (PEU), and social presence (SP) on blended learning motivation. An online survey collected data from 714 students across 36 HVETIs in Chongqing City, China. The data were analyzed using structural equation modeling to examine the relationships among the study variables. The findings indicate social presence, perceived ease of use, and perceived usefulness positively influence blended learning motivation. Perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use enhance blended learning motivation through social presence, even though the direct effect of perceived ease of use on social presence was unsupported, with perceived ease of use indirectly influencing social presence through perceived usefulness. This study highlights the social presence's pivotal role in promoting blended learning motivation and offering insights for developing a motivational, trust-based blended learning community for students, educators, and policymakers within blended learning environments.
Design of Self-Educational Activity of the Future Teacher as Leading Factor in the Formation its Innovative Competence (Methodological Aspects)
Authors: Ainagul Tautenbayeva  , Bakytgul Abykanova  , Kanlybayeva Zhanat  , Sandugash Sirgebayeva  , Bekova Guldana  , Muratbaeva Gulnar
Published: September 2024

Education is the basis for the economic and spiritual development of any society. Modern education system places demand on the teacher, such as professionalism, soft skills, mobility, and the ability to process creatively an ever-increasing flow of information and apply it competently in practice; thus, the preparation of a future teacher is a social order in relation to higher pedagogical education. Nowadays the development of the concept of lifelong education is being strengthened, and university training turns into an extremely important stage with the main goal when the student must be prepared not only for practical activities, but also for further systematic improvement of their professional qualifications. Consequently, preparing a future specialist for self-education is a requirement of the modern education system of the country. It is obvious that the objective need of society is determined by the competitive ability of specialists in the world market, their adaptation to changing socio-economic conditions. The paper is devoted to the methodological approaches of the future teacher’s formation of the innovative competence.
The Role of Middle Management in Building Sustainability Competitive Advantage Through Organization Capability in District Hospitals Banyuwangi: Cross Level Analysis Approach
Authors: Siti Asiyah Anggraeni  , Fendi Suhariadi  , Fiona Niska Dinda Nadia
Published: September 2024

In the competitive healthcare industry, organizations, including hospitals, strive for sustainable advantages. Key to this is organizational capability, managing resources, processes, and innovation toward strategic goals. This study analyzes how middle management involvement affects these capabilities. Conducted in Banyuwangi's hospitals, it employed a descriptive cross-sectional method, using literature, observation, and questionnaires. Data analysis via SEM PLS showed middle management involvement and autonomy positively influence organizational capabilities. Competency intensity mediates this relationship. Organizational capabilities also positively impact sustainable competitive advantage. Inertial organizations mediate capabilities towards this advantage. These findings highlight the critical role of middle management in enhancing organizational capabilities for sustainable competitiveness in the healthcare sector.
Marketing Communication Management Strategies of Print Media in the Digital Era (An Integrated Marketing Communication Perspective in Maintaining Newspaper Circulation at the Bandung Kexpres Networking Public Daily)
Authors: Deden Ramdan
Published: September 2024

Along with the times, newspapers have become one of the business commodities that can survive even though they are slowly starting to fall. So, to continue to maintain the life of a print media or newspaper business through consistent newspaper circulation, it is necessary to implement a particular strategy to defend against online media attacks. Focus in this research in general, this research focuses on knowing how the Bandung Express Networking Daily carries out the Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Strategy. In particular, this research focuses on knowing the Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) Strategy in maintaining the daily circulation of newspapers in Bandung Express Networking. The research question is: How does the Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) strategy maintain the newspaper's daily circulation? What are the obstacles and implementation of the Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) strategy carried out by the Bandung Express Networking Daily. The results in this study are Pasundan Express Privileges. Print media advertisements used by Bandung Express Networking include men inserting their names on the product packaging for the Pasundan Express newspaper. Sales promotions. Games, both in content without prizes on Instagram social media and games with prizes. Public Relations and Publicity. The talk show is a form of education and promoting the circulation of the Bandung Express Networking Newspaper, Personal Selling. The Bandung Express Networking journalist team. Here, the media team and the Bandung Express Networking journalists play the most role in personal selling. Direct marketing. Through the Bandung Express Networking website. Com is the official website of Bandung Express Networking, where news and information about newspaper circulation and orders for transactions can be made on this website.
The Influence of Cultural Heritage Status on the Quality of Life of Slum Settlement Community
Authors: Surjono  , Aurellia P. Jasmine  , Eddi B. Kurniawan  , Kartika E. Sari  , Erland R. Fatahillah
Published: September 2024

Surabaya is a fast-growing city facing challenges in infrastructure development, posing a threat to cultural heritage and historic areas. The Kalimas area has been abandoned, negatively impacting the environment. Cultural heritage is valuable as it instills pride, holds significance in civilization, and can improve the quality of life (QOL). The World Health Organization (WHO) defines the quality of life as an individual's perception of differences in life based on culture and the surrounding environment. This study aims to determine the impact of physical conditions in slum settlements on the QOL of the community and identify the slum settlement variables that can improve residents' QOL. The study uses a quantitative approach with analytical techniques such as literature review and multiple linear regression to analyze land characteristics, socio-economic factors, and physical characteristics. QOL is measured using the WHOQOL questionnaire. The data collection methods include secondary data from the Department of Housing, Settlement Areas and Land, and Bappedalitbang of Surabaya City, as well as primary data from observations, questionnaires, and interviews with the research sample. The results indicate that slum settlement variables significantly affect four domains of QOL: physical health, psychology, environment, and social relationships. However, physical characteristics partially do not affect the psychological, environmental, and social relationship domains.
Challenges and Facilitators in the Clinical Adoption of Traditional Chinese Medicine Technology
Authors: Zhang Man , Li Ting , Miao Runa , Huang Xueyan , Su Yuting , Liu Xiaomei
Published: September 2024

Objective: This study aims to analyze the challenges and facilitators in the clinical adoption of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technology. It proposes practical recommendations to provide evidence-based support and guidance for medical institutions at various levels in effectively integrating and advancing TCM technology. Methods: A descriptive phenomenological approach was employed to facilitate semi-structured interviews with doctors, nursing managers, and nurses. The collected data were subsequently analyzed using NVivo software. Results: In a study involving interviews with 17 doctors, nursing managers, and nurses, researchers identified three main themes and ten sub-themes. These included factors that promote the use of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), such as the development of a comprehensive training curriculum, support from leadership, and strategies for integrating TCM technology. Conversely, hindering factors were also identified, including low awareness of TCM among some healthcare professionals and patients, as well as challenges related to medical costs and insurance. Recommendations for promoting TCM technology in Grade A hospitals include the creation of operation manuals, establishment of platforms for learning and communication, provision of dedicated spaces for teaching and discussion, and empowerment of nurses to assume leadership roles in clinical decision-making. Conclusion: The development of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) appropriate technology projects in general hospitals in Northwest China faces both obstacles and promoting factors. It is essential to address these challenges through targeted training and the implementation of a standardized management system to enhance the capabilities of TCM nursing services. Additionally, establishing a distinctive platform for TCM nursing services, fostering collaboration and exchange across various regions, and encouraging the inheritance and innovation of TCM nursing characteristics are critical steps in advancing TCM practices.
Kosovo Facing Covid-19: The Challenge of the 21st Century
Authors: Krasniqi Safet , Podvorica Armend
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study is the objective presentation of the impact and consequences of COVID-19 on students of different schools and those with special needs such as other handicaps, and the role and importance of Kosovo's institutions in fighting the pandemic. Various scientific methods and methodologies have been used in this scientific paper. Qualitative and quantitative methods are appropriate methods for analyzing, evaluating and identifying relevant documents suitable for this research. Historical, analytical, comparative, descriptive and structural methods were used. The difficulties caused by the lack of experience, the direct impact of the pandemic on continuity during learning and especially the results of learning then, especially among students with intellectual and health deficiencies, the lack of legal infrastructure and human obstacles in the exercise of rights and obligations are the main findings of this study. In conclusion, the research showed that the state institutions, although they have tried, have not fully achieved the goal of providing such people with sufficient care. Online learning causes delays and consequences for student success across the country. At the end of this abstract, we can say that COVID-19 remains the challenge and danger of this century. (WHO, 2020).
Does the Friel Anaerobic Threshold Test Accurately Detect Heart Rate Deflection in Trained Cyclists?
Authors: Yuen Willie , Schreiner Shad , Hoover Donald , Loudon Janice , Billinger Sandra
Published: September 2024

The Friel Anaerobic Threshold Test (FATT) has been used to determine anaerobic threshold (AT). The FATT suggests AT occurs near the heart rate deflection point (HRDP) at a rating of perceived exertion (RPE) of 17. Purpose: The primary purpose of this study was to determine 1) whether the HRDP could be determined using the FATT, 2) examine differences between HRVT and HR that coincided Borg’s rating of perceived exertion (RPE) of 17, and 3) if riding position (hoods or aero) would influence performance. Methods: Fourteen male cyclists (30.4 ± 7.41years of age; 151.8 ± 60.4 cycled miles/week) participated in the study. Each subject performed the FATT on two occasions within one week. Results: The findings of this study suggest that the FATT can determine HRDP in trained cyclists while riding in the hoods position but not the aero position. No significant difference was found between the hoods and aero position for HRVT as measured by the metabolic cart. Our data suggest that HR at an RPE of 15 more accurately reflects the HRVT than the RPE of 17. A low, non-significant correlation was found for both the hoods and aero (0.41 and 0.44, respectively; p > 0.20) for the HR at RPE of 17. Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that the FATT can determine HRDP in trained cyclists. However, HRDP was identified in the cyclists preferred riding position. When performing the FATT, HRVT at an RPE of 15 should be used to estimate VT over the suggested RPE of 17.
Presence of Observers Increases One Repetition Maximum in College-age Males and Females
Authors: Baker Steven , Jung Alan , Petrella John
Published: September 2024

Purpose: To determine if the presence of observers affects muscular strength performance in college-age males and females. Methods: Twenty-five women and 24 men participated in the study. Two counter-balanced trials were performed in which participants completed 1-RM tests in bench press and leg press. During one trial, two members of the opposite gender observed the 1-RM tests. During the other trial there were no observers, other than the tester. Results: 1-RM for females increased 3.4±0.8 lbs on bench press (p<.001) and increased 9.2±3.8 lbs on leg press (p=.025) when observers were present. 1-RM for males increased 4.2±1.1 lbs on bench press (p=.001) and increased 18.8±5.2 lbs on leg press (p=.002) with observers present. There was no difference in the percent increase in 1-RM between males and females for either leg press (p=.71) or bench press (p=.08). Conclusion: College-age males and females lifted more weight during a 1-RM test when observers were present.
Survey on English Speaking Anxiety of English Majors and Analysis of Teaching Countermeasures
Authors: Zhang Zimo
Published: September 2024

This study examines the anxiety encountered by English major students during English speaking practice and explores effective pedagogical strategies to address it. A questionnaire survey was conducted among first-year English major students at a university in Chengdu, Sichuan, and data analysis was performed using SPSS 28.0 to evaluate the students' self-efficacy in English speaking. Findings indicate that a majority of students experience moderate levels of anxiety in spoken English expression, primarily due to fear of errors, non-conformity to language contexts, and self-imposed pressure. Such anxiety negatively impacts learning outcomes, manifesting as diminished confidence and interest.
To counter these issues, a range of pedagogical strategies are suggested, including the transformation of teaching philosophies, enhancement of instructional methods, guidance for students in embracing mistakes as part of the learning process, and support in adjusting learning expectations. The study highlights the importance of creating a supportive classroom environment through active student participation and cooperative learning to alleviate anxiety. Additionally, timely feedback from educators is emphasized to foster students' confidence and a sense of accomplishment.
The conclusion suggests that the implementation of targeted teaching strategies can significantly mitigate students' anxiety in English speaking and enhance their proficiency. This research offers actionable insights for improving English speaking instruction, with the potential to boost students' learning efficiency and motivation(Liu, M., & Xiangming, L., 2019).
Empowerment and Nation-Building: Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar's Perspectives on Women in Post-Independence India
Authors:   Jadavpur University, Chakraborty Rajarshi
Published: September 2024

This paper explores Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar’s perspectives on women's empowerment in post-independence India, emphasizing their role in nation-building. Despite the constitutional provisions that promote gender equality and women’s rights, women remain excluded from significant spheres of social, economic, and political life. Golwalkar, a prominent thinker and leader of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), viewed women's empowerment as essential to societal progress. He emphasized women's roles within the family, society, and organized institutions, highlighting their potential to foster national pride and serve the greater good. Golwalkar believed in empowering women not through self-indulgence but by encouraging their contribution to society, aligning with traditional Indian values. However, his views on women were limited by patriarchal beliefs, often restricting their roles to the domestic sphere and promoting chastity and celibacy. While his ideology aimed to spiritually uplift society, it also faced criticism for being reactionary and irrelevant to modern liberal democracy. The paper critically examines these views, presenting a nuanced understanding of Golwalkar’s legacy in shaping the discourse on women and empowerment in India.
PKM PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN BLOG DENGAN BLOGSPOT SEBAGAI SARANA INFORMASI DIGITAL
Authors: Mercy Hermawati  , Dian Nur Sholihaningtias  , Ade Kurnia Solihin  , Akbar Muchbarak
Published: September 2024

Teknologi dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai alat dan sarana untuk mendukung proses belajar. Anak-anak panti Yayasan Peduli Tali Bangsa setelah dilakukan wawancara ternyata mereka belum memanfaatkan internet terutama blogspot sebagai media digital untuk berbagi informasi. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan memberikan pelatihan guna meningkatkan kemampuan anak-anak panti usia SMA yang melakukan kegiatan perdagangan untuk memasarkan produk, informasi dan jasa mereka lewat internet. Blogspot merupakan media web yang paling mudah digunakan dan gratis. Pelatihan ini akan mencakup beberapa aspek penting dalam pembuatan blog, termasuk pemilihan tema, pengaturan tata letak, penulisan konten yang menarik, penggunaan gambar dan multimedia, serta integrasi dengan media sosial. Peserta akan diajarkan langkah-langkah praktis untuk membuat blog yang menarik dan fungsional. Selain itu, pelatihan ini juga membahas strategi pemasaran melalui blog, seperti pengoptimalan mesin pencari (SEO) dan penggunaan kata kunci yang tepat. Peserta akan mempelajari cara memaksimalkan potensi blogspot sebagai sarana untuk meningkatkan visibilitas dan mencapai audiens yang lebih luas. Pada akhir pelatihan, peserta diharapkan memiliki pemahaman yang baik tentang pembuatan blog dengan menggunakan Blogspot dan mampu menerapkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan yang diperoleh dalam konteks informasi digital. Hasil PkM ini, dari pelatihan peserta mendapat pondasi yang kuat untuk mulai mengembangkan blog pribadi, blog maupun blog lainnya dengan menggunakan platform Blogspot sebagai alat utama mereka.
Peran Masyarakat Dalam Penghijauan Guna Mengembangkan Kampung Tangguh di Dusun Bunut Kidul Desa Asrikaton Kecamatan Pakis
Authors: Rafika Sukma Wanda , Galuh Eka Putri Diestya , Jaelani Ali Ridho , Ma'rifah Nia Zairotul
Published: September 2024

Penghijauan sebagai bentuk kesadaran akan lingkungan yang perlu digiatkan dimulai dari lingkungan mikro terlebih dahulu. Melalui gerakan penghijauan tanaman yang terdiri dari tumbuhan Pucuk Merah, Rombusa dan juga Stek Puring yang melibarkan warga masyarakat dan juga Siswa Siswi SD Asrikaton 1. Kegiatan ini bertujuan agar masyarakat semakin sadar akan kondisi lingkungan saat ini serta mengurangi pemanasan global dan membuat desa semakin asri. Metode yang digunakan yakni Metode penelitian Deskriptif dengan melakukan observasi secara langsung di dusun Bunut Kidul . RT 1 menjadi pilihan kami untuk melakukan penghijauan dengan alasan bahwa RT 1 tidak termasuk Kampung Tangguh dalam segi penghijauan masih kurang. Oleh karena itu kegiatan ini difokuskan guna pengembangan kampung tangguh di RT 1 Dusun Bunut Kidul. Pemberian tumbuhan Pucuk Merah , Rombusa dan juga Stek Puring dibagikan secara menyeluruh untuk warga RT 1, harapannya warga semakin sadar akan pentingnya penghijauan dan manfaatnya bagi lingkungan.
Penerapan Metode Rigging Pada Pembuatan Video Animasi 3D Bercocok Tanam Sayuran Hidroponik dan Non Hidroponik Menggunakan Unity
Authors: Ernanda Wijaya  , Herlina Harahap  , Dharmawati
Published: September 2024

Bercocok tanam adalah kegiatan menanam dan merawat tanaman untuk tujuan tertentu, seperti untuk menghasilkan makanan, bunga, atau tanaman obat. Bercocok tanam biasanya dilakukan di kebun, taman, atau lahan pertanian. Dalam bercocok tanam, kita perlu memahami berbagai aspek, seperti jenis tanaman yang akan ditanam, persiapan lahan, teknik penanaman, pemeliharaan tanaman, dan juga cara mengatasi masalah yang muncul selama proses pertumbuhan tanaman. Indonesia memiliki program penghijauan yang cukup luas, masih terdapat beberapa permasalahan terkait penghijauan di Indonesia, di antaranya: Kurangnya konsistensi dalam implementasi program penghijauan, Kurangnya dukungan dan pemahaman masyarakat terhadap pentingnya penghijauan, dan lain-lain. Video animasi 3D tutorial bercocok tanam sayuran organik, non organik, dan hidroponik dengan metode rigging ini merupakan salah satu cara yang efektif untuk memberikan informasi dan edukasi kepada masyarakat tentang cara bercocok tanam yang benar dan efisien. Metode rigging yang digunakan dalam pembuatan video ini memungkinkan karakter dalam animasi untuk bergerak dan berinteraksi secara alami, sehingga tutorial yang disajikan terlihat lebih hidup dan menarik. Pada dasarnya pengolahan video animasi ini menggunakan aplikasi Unity 3D, dan aplikasi pendukung seperti Blender dan SketchFab untuk memperoleh sebagian assets yang dibutuhkan. Hasil dari video animasi yang dibuat adalah berupa file .mp4 yang dapat diputar di berbagai perangkat. Berdasarkan hasil pengujian yang telah diperoleh, video animasi ini sangat membantu anak-anak dan masyarakat dalam bercocok tanam.
IMPLEMENTASI UNDANG-UNDANG NO.18 TAHUN 2019 TERHADAP KEMANDIRIAN PESANTREN
Authors: Asy’ari Akbar Muh , Maulana Akbar
Published: September 2024

Pendidikan Pesantren pada umumnya diselenggarakan oleh masyarakat sebagai perwujudan pendidikan dari, oleh, dan untuk masyarakat. Selain menjadi akar budaya bangsa, nilai agama disadari merupakan bagian tidak terpisahkan dalam kegiatan ekonomi. Lahirnya UU 18 tahun 2019 tentang Pesantren menjamin penyelenggaraan Pesantren dalam menjalankan fungsi pendidikan, fungsi dakwah, dan fungsi pemberdayaan masyarakat, maka diperlukan pengaturan untuk memberikan rekognisi, afirmasi, dan fasilitasi kepada Pesantren berdasarkan tradisi dan kekhasannya. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian lapangan dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan bersifat deskriptif. Sumber data primer dalam penelitian ini adalah Kepala Bidang Ekonomi dan Koperasi Bapak H. Ujang Saepudin, S.T, S.Pd.I serta pengelola unit usaha. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif dengan menggunakan pola pemikiran induktif. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat menunjukkan bagaimana Peran undang-undang pesantren dalam Perekonomian Pesantren dalam studi kasus Unit Usaha Pondok Pesantren Minhaajurrosyidiin.
Le 31 juillet 1924 : microhistoire d’une vie musicale décloisonnée
Authors: P. Bouliane Sandria
Published: September 2024

En choisissant la journée du jeudi 31 juillet 1924, cet article met en récit une polyphonie d’événements musicaux à partir de leur types de sources : la presse quotidienne montréalaise et les registres du studio d’enregistrement de la compagnie Compo. Selon une approche microhistorienne, cette journée sert de prisme à travers lequel étudier la diversité des manifestations musicales recensées ce jour-là sans se limiter aux catégorisations linguistiques ou stylistiques habituelles. L’analyse met en lumière des interactions et des dynamiques sociales entre différentes musiques, artistes et communautés autrement souvent négligées ou invisibilisées. La mise en récit microhistorique de la vie musicale produit ainsi une histoire décloisonnée et plurielle, enrichissant notre compréhension de l’histoire de la musique au Québec.
Le Canada français à l’épreuve du pluralisme culturel et religieux : les Juifs dans le discours de L’Action nationale (1933-1948)
Authors: Croteau Jean-Philippe
Published: September 2024

L’antisémitisme que l’on retrouve dans le discours des revues et des quotidiens nationalistes canadiens-français a longtemps constitué le sujet de recherche privilégié en études juives au Québec. Or la revue nationaliste L’Action nationale n’a pratiquement jamais été analysée sous cet angle par les historiens. Dans le cadre de cette étude, nous avons consulté plus de 1200 articles de L’Action nationale parus entre 1933 et 1948 pour repérer les différentes représentations sociales des Juifs présentes dans le discours et la doctrine de cette revue nationaliste. Il ressort de cette recherche que L’Action nationale puise dans le registre idéologique des préjugés antijuifs pour défendre sa vision nationaliste et traditionaliste de la société canadienne-française et dénoncer les transformations politiques, économiques, sociales et culturelles à l’oeuvre, tout particulièrement, dans le Montréal catholique et francophone de l’époque. Toutefois, ces références aux Juifs restent marginales et sont trop peu nombreuses pour influencer de manière déterminante son discours ou sa doctrine.
Le rôle des chefs dans les sociétés algonquiennes au XIXe siècle
Authors: Inksetter Leila
Published: September 2024

L’article propose un exercice d’anthropologie historique en tentant de reconstituer le rôle des chefs tel qu’il s’observe à travers onze pétitions datées entre 1843 et 1871 émises par des chasseurs qui parlent des dialectes algonquiens et qui occupent la rive nord du fleuve Saint-Laurent (Algonquins/Anicinabek, Atikamekw Nehirowisiwok, Innus). L’analyse se concentre sur les pétitionnaires et leurs délégués. Elle utilise aussi une comparaison des versions lorsqu’elles sont disponibles en deux langues. L’analyse révèle que les chefs ne jouent pas de rôle diplomatique clair pendant la période à l’étude, bien que celui-ci commence à s’affirmer au fur et à mesure que se régularise une relation avec les autorités gouvernementales. Le statut de chef n’est jamais souligné par les pétitionnaires eux-mêmes, mais procède d’une initiative des rédacteurs anglophones ou francophones des pétitions. Des personnes particulières sont néanmoins omniprésentes dans ces pétitions, même si leur statut n’est pas souligné nommément auprès des destinataires. Il est suggéré que cette position découle d’une fonction religieuse.
Chronique d’un fiasco
Authors: Salomon Christine
Published: September 2024

Cette contribution, qui s’appuie sur le croisement de sources administratives, missionnaires et médicales, revient sur l’histoire de la lèpre en Nouvelle-Calédonie pour éclairer un trait de la gestion de la maladie jusqu’ici peu documenté : les mesures différenciées en matière d’isolement des lépreux et de sanctions prises contre les récalcitrants selon leur classification par l’administration entre colons européens « libres », « libérés » du bagne, « éléments pénaux » (transportés ou relégués au bagne), et « indigènes et immigrants asiatiques et océaniens ». Elle rend compte de l’aspect coercitif des politiques menées envers les catégories les plus dominées, les colonisés et les bagnards, mais aussi de la résistance opiniâtre des Kanak à l’exclusion, à la dissolution des liens sociaux, et de leur capacité à mettre en échec les mesures d’isolement. L’aperçu donné sur la succession de ratés, d’errements, et finalement sur le fiasco de la gestion administrative et médicale de la lèpre jusqu’à ce que la diffusion des traitements antibiotiques, dans les années 1950, fasse régresser l’épidémie, ouvre un chapitre supplémentaire à ce que Guillaume Lachenal a appelé « l’anthropologie de la bêtise coloniale » (2014).
La politique d’assimilation au regard du régime de laïcité
Authors: Gélinas Claude
Published: September 2024

Le gouvernement canadien et les congrégations religieuses ont depuis longtemps été dépeints comme d’étroits partenaires dans l’entreprise coloniale visant les peuples autochtones, comme ce fut le cas pour les écoles de jour sur les réserves, envisagées au départ comme des instruments d’assimilation culturelle et religieuse. Or, à partir d’une analyse des archives administratives relatives aux écoles de jour tenues conjointement par les Affaires indiennes et les congrégations religieuses entre 1894 et 1939, il appert que le régime de laïcité en vigueur au Canada à cette époque a participé à limiter la contribution de ces écoles à l’effort d’assimilation, tout en permettant aux Autochtones d’organiser des formes de résistance sur la base de principes et d’objectifs qui se retrouvent encore au coeur des revendications contemporaines en matière de gouvernance scolaire.
Aminergic and peptidergic modulation of Insulin-Producing Cells in Drosophila
Authors: Held Martina , Bisen Rituja S , Zandawala Meet , Chockley Alexander S , Balles Isabella S , Hilpert Selina , Liessem Sander , Cascino-Milani Federico , Ache Jan M
Published: September 2024

Insulin plays a critical role in maintaining metabolic homeostasis. Since metabolic demands are highly dynamic, insulin release needs to be constantly adjusted. These adjustments are mediated by different pathways, most prominently the blood glucose level, but also by feedforward signals from motor circuits and different neuromodulatory systems. Here, we analyze how neuromodulatory inputs control the activity of the main source of insulin in
Drosophila
– a population of Insulin-Producing Cells (IPCs) located in the brain. IPCs are functionally analogous to mammalian pancreatic beta cells, but their location makes them accessible for
in vivo
recordings in intact animals. We characterized functional inputs to IPCs using single-nucleus RNA sequencing analysis, anatomical receptor expression mapping, connectomics, and an optogenetics-based ‘in-trinsic pharmacology’ approach. Our results show that the IPC population expresses a variety of receptors for neuromodulators and classical neurotransmitters. Interestingly, IPCs exhibit heterogeneous receptor profiles, suggesting that the IPC population can be modulated differentially. This is supported by electrophysiological recordings from IPCs, which we performed while activating different populations of modulatory neurons. Our analysis revealed that some modulatory inputs have heterogeneous effects on the IPC activity, such that they inhibit one subset of IPCs, while exciting another. Monitoring calcium activity across the IPC population uncovered that these heterogeneous responses occur simultaneously. Certain neuromodulatory populations shifted the IPC population activity towards an excited state, while others shifted it towards inhibition. Taken together, we provide a comprehensive, multi-level analysis of neuromodulation in the insulinergic system of
Drosophila
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An efficient intrusion detection system for IoT security using CNN decision forest
Authors: Bella Kamal , Guezzaz Azidine , Benkirane Said , Azrour Mourade , Fouad Yasser , S. Benyeogor Mbadiwe , Innab Nisreen
Published: September 2024

The adoption and integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) have become essential for the advancement of many industries, unlocking purposeful connections between objects. However, the surge in IoT adoption and integration has also made it a prime target for malicious attacks. Consequently, ensuring the security of IoT systems and ecosystems has emerged as a crucial research area. Notably, advancements in addressing these security threats include the implementation of intrusion detection systems (IDS), garnering considerable attention within the research community. In this study, and in aim to enhance network anomaly detection, we present a novel intrusion detection approach: the Deep Neural Decision Forest-based IDS (DNDF-IDS). The DNDF-IDS incorporates an improved decision forest model coupled with neural networks to achieve heightened accuracy (ACC). Employing four distinct feature selection methods separately, namely principal component analysis (PCA), LASSO regression (LR), SelectKBest, and Random Forest Feature Importance (RFFI), our objective is to streamline training and prediction processes, enhance overall performance, and identify the most correlated features. Evaluation of our model on three diverse datasets (NSL-KDD, CICIDS2017, and UNSW-NB15) reveals impressive ACC values ranging from 94.09% to 98.84%, depending on the dataset and the feature selection method. Notably, our model achieves a remarkable prediction time of 0.1 ms per record. Comparative analyses with other recent random forest and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) based models indicate that our DNDF-IDS performs similarly or even outperforms them in certain instances, particularly when utilizing the top 10 features. One key advantage of our novel model lies in its ability to make accurate predictions with only a few features, showcasing an efficient utilization of computational resources.
Taxonomic relevance of leaf surface micromorphology in Korean Clematis L. (Ranunculaceae)
Authors: Ghimire Balkrishna , Park Beom Kyun , Son Dong Chan
Published: September 2024

Clematis, one of the largest genera of the family Ranunculaceae, has a wide array of morphological variation and is considered the most difficult group of taxa in terms of infrageneric discrimination. This study assessed the leaf micromorphological features of 19 Clematis taxa (16 species and three varieties) found in Korea. The leaf surface features were studied under scanning electron microscopy, and the stomatal counting and measurement were carried out under light microscopy. Clematis are hypostomatic, meaning the stomata are only found on the abaxial surface of the leaf. Observed taxa showed near uniformity in the epidermal cell type, structure, and morphology on both surfaces of the leaf. Differences were observed in the presence and absence and/or abundance of trichomes on both the adaxial and abaxial surfaces, the epidermal cell boundary, and the periclinal and anticlinal wall of the cells. Differences were also observed in the number of the epidermal cells connected with the stomata on the abaxial surface, with small differences noted in epidermal cell shapes. The ANOVA showed a significant variation in the stomata density in the studied taxa (P < 0.0001). The cluster analysis based on 13 leaf micromorphological features generated four major clusters. These results indicated similarities in certain key leaf micromorphological features among taxa from the Tubulosae, Clematis, and Virona sections. In the genus Clematis, as with other morphological characteristics, using leaf micromorphological characters alone, which possess limited taxonomic value, proves inadequate for resolving infrageneric relationships. However, incorporating certain features with other morphological characteristics offers a possible alternative means of determining the infrageneric relationships within the genus.
Estrategia de comunicaciones para posicionar a Compañía de Seguros Confuturo como referente en educación previsional en Chile
Authors:   , Concha Smith María Eugenia
Published: September 2024

El proyecto busca posicionar a Confuturo como referente en educación previsional en Chile. Con 35 años de trayectoria y liderazgo en pensiones y seguros, Confuturo enfrenta el desafío de destacarse en un contexto de Reforma de Pensiones, contando solo con el sitio web Comojubilar.cl y un presupuesto limitado. La estrategia incluye participación activa en la discusión previsional, adaptación a las necesidades e intereses según tramo etario, la promoción de la marca y el compromiso interno, evaluando el reconocimiento como indicador clave.
Análisis multicriterio para la evaluación de regulación energética en recursos energéticos distribuidos
Authors:   , Galilea Martínez María José
Published: September 2024

En respuesta a la crisis climática los países han planteado diversas estrategias regulatorias para la transición energética. Dada la relación entre el sistema eléctrico y el mercado, las regulaciones que rigen el segundo tienen un impacto importante en qué tecnologías se desarrollan y la velocidad con la que se realizan cambios al sistema. Luego, resulta necesario evaluar las regulaciones implementadas. Para ello, se identificaron en la literatura las principales metodologías, entre las que destaca el uso de análisis multicriterio para la evaluación energética. En particular este análisis se ha utilizado en políticas generales de inversión en tecnologías o mixes de generación y localización de plantas. Además, se analizaron los casos de Alemania, España, Reino Unido y Chile con enfoque en las políticas implementadas para el desarrollo de recursos energéticos distribuidos (DERs) y comunidades energéticas. En base a esto, se identificaron los principales criterios utilizados por la literatura y los elementos propios de los recursos distribuidos que deben considerarse para su incorporación al sistema. Estos se ordenaron en base a los criterios: técnico, económico, sociopolítico y ambiental. Luego, lo criterios fueron utilizados para la evaluación del programa Comuna Energética implementado en Chile desde el año 2015. La evaluación destacó la importancia de la existencia de señales de localización en las regulaciones de DERs, no incorporadas actualmente. Además, se encontró que el programa entrega la posibilidad de mejorar la visibilidad de los recursos distribuidos, ha favorecido el desarrollo del mercado y se encuentra alineado con los objetivos climáticos del país. La evaluación implementada permite proponer mejoras al programa y evaluar sus siguientes versiones, además de analizar otro tipo de regulaciones relacionadas con DERs. Es de esperar que el desarrollo de recursos distribuidos continúe al alza, por lo que resulta importante mejorar la incorporación de los recursos energéticos distribuidos al sistema.
WDXRF Analysis of White Colour Pigments Used by Ancient Artists in Central Tanzania Rock Paintings
Authors: Telekia Fadhili Ally
Published: September 2024

In central Tanzania, there are large numbers of ancient rock paintings which have been drawn mostly on shelter rocks. Different colours were used in the paintings including white paint. The pigments and the material used by ancient artists in making these colours were not known. This study aimed to determine the composition of the white colour and suggests the pigments and materials used in making the white colour. A technique namely WDXRF was used to determine the composition of white paint in order to suggest the pigment used while a CHN elemental analyser was used to determine the presence and amount of organic carbon in the samples. The results from the analysis of the rock sample were compared to the results of the analysis of the paint sample. White colour was found to be from chalk (CaCO3) and gypsum (CaSO4X2H2O). Both pigments were found to contain some amount of organic carbon in different concentration. Organic carbon in the pigment is related to the use of organic binders during the preparation of the colour.
Efficacy of Malaria Symptoms as an Indicator of Malaria Infection among Students of a Tertiary Institution in Ogun State Nigeria
Authors: Oluwabiyi Bolatito A.
Published: September 2024

Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by the parasite Plasmodium, which is transmitted through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. Asymptomatic Plasmodium falciparum parasitemia refers to the presence of the parasite in the absence of fever or malaria-related symptoms. In Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State, Nigeria, a study was conducted to ascertain the frequency of asymptomatic malaria among students attending higher education institutions and determine the efficacy of malaria symptoms as an indicator of malaria infection. A total of 115 students who consented to participate in the study were enrolled, and only a total of 93 of the respondents were recruited for the study, having met the inclusion criteria. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain data on socio-demographic characteristics, signs and symptoms of malaria, and malaria prevention strategy using Insecticide Treated Nets (ITN). Blood samples were collected from the respondents and diagnosed for malaria using Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDT) kit. Of the 93 respondents, 32 (34%) were males while 61 (66%) were females. Analysis of the result showed that 77% of the respondents had malaria parasites, 38.7% of the respondents indicated that they do feel feverish sometimes while 47.3% responded that they rarely feel feverish, those who rarely show symptoms were observed to be asymptomatic as the result of the RDT was positive for malaria. On the use of Insecticide Treated Net (ITN) for both categories of students, those who are not using the net had a higher prevalence (64.5%) of malaria infection. The result of this study shows that malaria symptoms is not a good diagnostic tool for determining treatment. Asymptomatic malaria was a risk factor among the students therefore measures to reduce the prevalence are advocated.
Innovative Approaches to Mitigating Noise Pollution from Electric Power Generators: Design Modifications for Enhanced Sound Control
Authors: T.I. Asefon, , J.A. Sunibare, , I.E. Ofoezie,
Published: September 2024

Aims: The noise emanating from high sound power electric generators has adverse effects on human health. In this view, this paper reports a modification that can be done to reduce this high levels of noise to a permissible noise limit.
Place and Duration of Study: This study identified the major source and levels of noise emission from selected electric power generators sampled in Ile-Ife, Osun-State, Nigeria. Also determined the controlling parameters of the identified source and modified the identified parameters for low noise generation.
Methodology: Noise assignment was carried out on Four (4) medium size electric power generating sets using ATP: MODEL MT- 901A sound measuring instrument at distance of about one centimeter. The major sources of noise emission were investigated on the four selected generating sets. The source of noise from these generating sets was further analysed to identify the major controlling parameters of the identified source. Theoretical modification was done based on these identified parameters for low noise generation.
Results: The results of the findings showed that at silencer length of 46.5, 44.0 and 41.2 centimeter, the total sound power levels of the sampled generating sets will be 50, 55 and 60 decibels respectively which is within the permissible noise limits of World Bank.
Eğitim Alanındaki Dijital Öyküleme Araştırmaları: Bibliyometrik ve Sistematik Analiz
Authors: Akan Elif , Ulaş Abdulhak Halim
Published: September 2024

Bu araştırmanın temel amacı, eğitim alanında gerçekleştirilen dijital öyküleme çalışmalarının genel eğilimlerini bibliyometrik haritalar aracılığıyla incelemektir. Bunun yanı sıra, en fazla atıf alan çalışmaları sistematik bir şekilde inceleyerek verilerin kapsamını genişletmek, ilgili araştırmaları derinlemesine incelemek ve elde edilen verileri karşılaştırmak da bu araştırmanın hedefleri arasında yer almaktadır. İlgili çalışmada çoklu araştırma yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Bu doğrultuda araştırmada, bibliyometrik analiz ve sistematik inceleme yöntemlerinden birlikte yararlanılmıştır. Bibliyometrik analiz kapsamında WoS veri tabanında eğitim alanında İngilizce olarak yayınlanmış 436 araştırma (makale ve bildiri) VOSviewer uygulamasıyla analiz edilmiştir. Ardından aynı uygulama kullanılarak en fazla atıf alan yirmi doküman belirlenmiş ve ilgili dokümanlar sistematik incelemeye dâhil edilmiştir. Böylece her iki yöntemden elde edilen verilerin birleştirilmesi araştırmanın kapsamını genişletmek, ilgili konuyu daha derinlemesine incelenmek ve elde edilen verileri karşılaştırarak teyit etmek açısından oldukça önemli görülmektedir. Bu bağlamda, 436 doküman üzerinden VOSviewer yazılımı kullanılarak ilgili araştırmalarda en sık kullanılan anahtar kelimelerin, en fazla yayın yapan ülkelerin, üniversitelerin, dergilerin, yazarların, en fazla atıf alan dokümanların ve yazarların belirlenmesi için analizler gerçekleştirilmiştir. Bununla birlikte belirli ölçütler doğrultusunda seçilen 436 araştırmanın yayın yılları WoS veri tabanı aracılığıyla tespit edilmiştir. Ayrıca sistematik incelemeye dâhil edilen araştırmaların yazar sayıları kodlanmış ve ilk yazarları belirlenmiştir. Bu yazarların WoS profilleri dijital öyküleme araştırmalarının sayısı, h-indeksleri ve yazarlık pozisyonları açısından incelenmiştir. Bahsi geçen iki aşamadan elde edilen veriler kendi aralarında karşılaştırılarak sunulmuştur.
Uncoordinated 51‐like kinase 2 signaling pathway regulates epithelial‐mesenchymal transition in A549 lung cancer cells
Authors: Kim Young Hwan , Baek Seung Hoon , Kim Eun Kyoung , Ha Jung Min , Jin Seo Yeon , Lee Hye Sun , Ha Hong Koo , Song Sang Heon , Kim Sun Ja , Shin Hwa Kyoung , Yong Jeongsik , Kim Do‐Hyung , Kim Chi Dae , Bae Sun Sik
Published: April 2016

Epithelial‐mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a critical response during cancer cell metastasis. In this study, we provide evidence that uncoordinated 51‐like kinase 2 (ULK2) regulates EMT. Induction of autophagy by inhibition of mammalian target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) or by disruption of mTORC1 by silencing raptor significantly enhanced EMT, however, disruption of mTORC2 by silencing rictor had no effect. Knockdown of ULK2 expression significantly induced autophagy, EMT, and migration but suppressed proliferation as well as tumor growth in a xenotransplantation model, whereas silencing of ULK1 had no effect. Therefore, we suggest that ULK2 regulates EMT through modulation of autophagy.