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The Musicolonial Politics of the Category of Man: The Case of Suriname
Authors: Susdorf Marek
Published: November 2024

This article examines the history of Suriname, a South American country that was a Dutch colony for three centuries, from the perspective of the colonial administration of sound. This period witnessed the construction of a particular understanding of the human in European colonial cosmology—the prescriptive category of Man, ideologically elevated above its animalized, gendered, and racialized others. Music and sound played pivotal roles in these processes. Accordingly, I show how the exploitation of people of African descent in Suriname was manifested in three sound-oriented colonizing tactics, all supported by various discursive reorganizations of the human-nonhuman boundary advancing the capitalist-colonial enterprise planted in the region: (1) an early modern silencing of the enslaved (ca. 1650–1770); (2) a post-Enlightenment sounding of them as part of their preparation for the abolition of slavery (ca. 1770–1900); and (3) an extractive synthesizing of non-European sonic traits persisting in the colonial dominion (ca. 1900-now). In sum, the article exposes a sonic lineage for the contemporary understanding of the category of the human to present a case of musicoloniality, a term I use to label diverse manners of sound management intended to enforce colonists’ authority and exploitative conditions of production from the 1600s to the present. Such a historical perspective urges us to extrapolate important questions about the posthuman and nonhuman theories that have gained traction in recent musicological scholarship.
Sentimental Orientation: Listening and Musical Value in Kaapse Klopse Practice
Authors: Inglese Francesca
Published: November 2024

Coloured South Africans have long been marginalized by a Black/White racial binary that framed their identities and cultural practices as degraded and derivative. Situated in a postapartheid twenty-first-century global neoliberal “identity economy” in which they continue to labor for cultural recognition and value, this article argues that contemporary practitioners of Kaapse klopse (clubs of the Cape) craft aesthetics beyond that binary that recenter musicking and musical value around community tradition and the feelings produced through iterative listening. I focus on the “sentimental” song category (English-language popular love songs) to show how performers and their audiences use sentimentals to orient themselves as racialized subjects and in the process frame popular musicking as a dynamic social experience rather than a matter of cultural (or racial) authenticity.
Appalachian High Schoolers’ Sense of Belonging in a Residential College Preparatory Program
Authors: Henneberg Licia C. , Kim Matthew H. , Chen Xiao-Yin , Usher Ellen L.
Published: November 2024

The importance of a strong sense of belonging at school for academic engagement and performance, particularly for marginalized students, has been robustly demonstrated. However, researchers have not yet thoroughly explored its influence on Appalachian youth. As with other marginalized groups, Appalachian students may have difficulty feeling as though they belong when entering highly selective academic environments. This study investigates factors that Appalachian high schoolers identify as influencing their sense of belonging in a selective residential college preparatory program located outside of Appalachia. Employing a two-stage qualitative coding process involving analysis of open-ended survey responses and in-depth interviews with thirteen Appalachian high schoolers, we identified seven factors important to students’ sense of belonging: mental health experiences, student motivation, social identity, location of origin, interpersonal-level social context, academic culture, and school-level social context. Within these seven themes, two factors emerged that have not been linked to sense of belonging in prior literature: geographic identity (i.e., a feeling of connection to the place in which one lives) and academic achievement. The findings of this work contribute to a fuller understanding of the psychological processes affecting Appalachian students’ sense of belonging and better ensure their educational success in highly selective learning environments.
An Analysis of the Relationship Between Theoretical Economics and Applied Economics
Authors: Wu Luyue
Published: November 2024

With the increasing enhancement of China's economic strength, various theoretical aspects related to economics have garnered widespread attention from all sectors of society. Clarifying the concepts of theoretical economics and applied economics, and understanding the relationship between the two, has become a primary focus in numerous developmental fields today. Comparatively, any theoretical research requires consideration of practical outcomes. However, during the study of economic theories, deviations inevitably arise due to multiple influencing factors, and the content related to theoretical economics has not been highly emphasized, ultimately leading to problems in economic activities. Therefore, mastering the relationship between theoretical economics and applied economics to promote orderly economic activities has become an important direction for economic endeavors. This paper delves into the relationship between theoretical economics and applied economics, analyzes their significance within the field of economics, identifies current issues, and proposes effective strategies to promote the balanced development of both, aiming to provide valuable references for economic research and practice.
Research on the Digital Transformation Path of Risk Management in Commercial Banks
Authors: Xue Dongcheng
Published: November 2024

As economic uncertainties and complexities increase, along with the application of digital technology, the risks faced by commercial banks have become more diversified, complex, and novel. Once risks materialize, they can potentially lead to crises, posing significant hidden dangers to the high-quality development of commercial banks. Despite various risk prevention measures adopted by commercial banks, the absolute amount of non-performing loans remains high each year. In recent years, driven by rapid financial technology development and macroeconomic policies, a digital wave has swept through the banking sector. Chinese banks have accelerated their digital transformation across various aspects, offering customers better and more diverse financial products and services. However, the emergence of new products and tools also brings numerous issues that need to be explored and addressed. Therefore, this paper takes commercial banks as an example to explore the main risk issues arising during digital transformation. It integrates the inherent advantages of digital technology to innovate and apply new digital technologies, continuously improving the governance system of digital transformation in risk management.
Behavioural Biases in Investment Decision-Making and Their Impact on Investment Performance
Authors: Pu Gengxin
Published: November 2024

This paper provides an in-depth discussion of behavioural bias in investment decision-making and its impact on investment performance. Current research mostly focuses on theories and lacks specific coping strategies, while behavioural biases are prevalent in investment decision-making, affecting investment performance and the stable development of financial markets. By analysing cognitive bias, emotional bias and volitional bias, their manifestations and negative impacts on investment performance are elaborated, such as overconfidence leading to frequent trading and loss aversion making investors short-sighted. In order to reduce the behavioural biases, coping strategies such as searching for counter evidence, timely detection of errors and stop loss, broadening horizons and reducing noise are proposed. Investors can make rational decisions by collecting information through multiple channels, verifying the reasonableness of viewpoints, establishing a stop-loss mechanism, enriching thinking paths, and avoiding noise interference. In conclusion, investors should recognise the existence of behavioural biases, adopt effective strategies to improve the accuracy and rationality of investment decisions and achieve better investment performance, and financial institutions and regulators should also strengthen investor education and guidance.
Application and Development of Behavioural Economics in Consumer Decision Making
Authors: An Runyang
Published: November 2024

Behavioural economics, as an interdisciplinary field integrating psychology and economics, offers new perspectives for understanding consumer decision-making. This paper provides an overview of the core theories of behavioural economics, its applications in consumer decision making, and its developments and challenges in market practice and policy making. First, behavioural economics challenges traditional economic assumptions about rational decision-making by revealing core concepts such as limited rationality, prospect theory and behavioural biases, providing a deeper understanding of consumer behaviour. Second, the paper explores the effectiveness of behavioural economics in practical applications, such as improving firms' market performance and policy implementation by optimising marketing strategies, utilising personalised recommendations and developing behavioural intervention policies. However, behavioural economics still faces challenges in terms of theoretical universality, cross-cultural applicability and dynamic adaptation. Future research directions include theoretical integration, cross-cultural validation, adaptation to technological developments, optimisation of policy practices and intersection studies with psychology. The review in this paper aims to provide reference for academic research and practical application, to promote the further development of behavioural economics, and to provide theoretical support for policy making and market strategies.
Research on the Construction of Grassroots Emergency Command System Under the Background of Informatization
Authors: Wu Wenya , Fan Yuncheng , Qiao Shuang
Published: November 2024

Along with our economic development and public safety demand intensify., the task of fire rescue team is further expanded, and the construction of fire rescue command system becomes more and more important. This paper takes the information construction of the fire rescue team as the center, and studies the construction of the grass-roots emergency command system, aiming to promote the construction of the fire rescue system and improve the emergency rescue level of the fire rescue team. This paper takes the emergency rescue command system of the special service station of X Fire rescue detachment as the research object, and studies the construction of the basic emergency command system through literature research method and interview investigation methods.
Analysis of Factors Affecting the Import and Export of New Energy Products
Authors: Zheng Canbin , Zhang Gengyu , Li Shuqin
Published: November 2024

With global warming and climate change becoming more and more serious, countries around the world have begun to pay attention to emission reduction and environmental protection, and the concept of ‘dual carbon’ has further penetrated into people's hearts, bringing new opportunities for the export of power lithium batteries from China. This paper aims to conduct a digital analysis of the export trade of the top seven countries (regions) in terms of the volume of power lithium battery trade in China, and to explore the influencing factors of the export volume of power lithium batteries from China. This paper first conducts a contour analysis based on the data fluctuations of five indicators in 32 provinces (excluding Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) from 2019 to 2021: total carbon dioxide emissions (mt), lithium iron phosphate production (10,000 tons), lithium battery electrolyte (10,000 tons), two-wheeled electric vehicles (100,000 vehicles), and lithium battery separators (10,000 tons). The final conclusion is that the ‘dual carbon’ background has a significant impact on China's power lithium battery industry. Furthermore, based on a panel data regression model, the factors affecting trade between China and the major countries (regions) exporting power lithium batteries are explored in depth. The results of the analysis found that the power generation, economic freedom, number of charging piles, population size, and per capita GDP of the exporting countries significantly affect the export volume of power lithium batteries in China. Among them, the population size and per capita GDP growth rate of the exporting countries have a negative impact, while the rest have a positive impact on the export volume of power lithium batteries in China.
Build a Community of Practical Education, and Promote the Quality of Minority Language Talent Training
Authors: Chen Lingxuan
Published: November 2024

Based on the practice case of "Customs and Culture Festival" of X College, this paper analyzes the problems and development countermeasures of building a community of practical education, aiming to explore a new model of practical education in colleges and universities, build a brand of characteristic minority language practice, expand practice channels, enrich practice content, build a community of practical education, and lead minority language students to participate in social practice with professional knowledge. Let bilingual compound talents grow in practice, and promote the quality and level of minority language talents training.
Construction of an Assessment Model for Project Risk Management Effectiveness Based on Statistics
Authors: Zhao Beichen
Published: November 2024

With the increase of project complexity, the traditional risk management methods can no longer meet the actual needs, so it is particularly important to develop a more scientific, objective and practical assessment model. The purpose of this article is to discuss the construction and application of project risk management effect assessment model based on statistics. In order to achieve this goal, this article adopts a variety of statistical methods, including data collection and pretreatment, model selection and design. Through extensive collection of project risk management related data and strict pretreatment, this article ensures the quality and consistency of data. On this basis, this article constructs an assessment model based on multiple regression analysis to capture the complexity of risk management effect more comprehensively. The experimental results show that the model is excellent in accuracy, objectivity and practicability. This model not only helps to improve the effect of project risk management, but also provides strong support for the follow-up research and application.
ĐỔI MỚI NỘI DUNG VÀ PHƯƠNG THỨC CÔNG TÁC TƯ TƯỞNG CỦA ĐẢNG TRONG CÁC CƠ SỞ GIÁO DỤC ĐẠI HỌC HIỆN NAY
Authors: Phan Duy Anh
Published: November 2024

Công tác tư tưởng của Đảng là hoạt động nhằm xây dựng Đảng về trí tuệ, tư tưởng - chính trị, góp phần bảo đảm cho Đảng luôn là đội tiên phong của giai cấp công nhân và dân tộc Việt Nam, đủ năng lực lãnh đạo đối với toàn xã hội. Ở các cơ sở giáo dục đại học - nơi cung cấp nguồn nhân lực, thúc đẩy tiến bộ khoa học - kỹ thuật, chuyển giao kiến thức, công nghệ mới, cung cấp kỹ năng khởi nghiệp và đổi mới sáng tạo cho đất nước - công tác tư tưởng đóng vai trò vô cùng quan trọng. Trước những thay đổi nhanh chóng của tình hình trong nước cũng như thế giới, đặc biệt với sự chuyển giao thế hệ thanh niên, sinh viên mới (thế hệ Z), công tác tư tưởng của Đảng trong các trường đại học đang đặt ra nhu cầu cấp thiết cần phải đổi mới mạnh mẽ. Bài viết này tập trung phân tích đổi mới nội dung và phương thức công tác tư tưởng của Đảng trong trường đại học hiện nay.
NHẬN THỨC VỀ BÌNH ĐẲNG GIỚI VÀ CÁC VẤN ĐỀ CẤP THIẾT CỦA PHỤ NỮ, TRẺ EM VÙNG ĐỒNG BÀO DÂN TỘC THIỂU SỐ VÀ MIỀN NÚI
Authors: Trương Thị Thúy Hà  , Thủy
Published: November 2024

Dựa trên kết quả khảo sát ban đầu dự án 8 “Thực hiện bình đẳng giới và giải quyết các vấn đề cấp thiết đối với phụ nữ trẻ em” do Hội Liên hiệp Phụ nữ Việt Nam chủ trì, là một trong 10 dự án thuộc Chương trình mục tiêu quốc gia phát triển kinh tế - xã hội vùng đồng bào dân tộc thiểu số và miền núi giai đoạn 2021-2030. Trong phạm vi bài viết, nhóm tác giả làm rõ thực trạng nhận thức về bình đẳng giới của đội ngũ cán bộ công chức, viên chức, người uy tín và người dân cộng đồng, đồng thời xác định những vấn đề cấp thiết hiện nay đối với phụ nữ, trẻ em ở vùng đồng bào dân tộc thiểu số và miền núi.
HIỆU QUẢ TỪ VIỆC THỰC HIỆN CHÍNH SÁCH BẢO VỆ, PHÁT TRIỂN CÁC DÂN TỘC THIỂU SỐ RẤT ÍT NGƯỜI GIAI ĐOẠN 2021-2025 TRÊN ĐỊA BÀN TỈNH KON TUM
Authors: Nguyễn Hồng Hải  , Trinh
Published: November 2024

Bảo tồn và phát triển các dân tộc thiểu số rất ít người ở nước ta nói chung và đối với các dân tộc rất ít người ở tỉnh Kon Tum nói riêng là một trong những nhiệm vụ quan trọng, chiến lược của Đảng và Nhà nước. Bài viết trình bày khái quát điều kiện tự nhiên và địa bàn sinh sống của các dân tộc thiểu số rất ít người, chính sách bảo vệ và phát triển các dân tộc thiểu số rất ít người, hiệu quả của việc thực hiện chính sách bảo vệ và phát triển các dân tộc thiểu số rất ít người ở tỉnh Kon Tum,… từ đó làm rõ nội dung nghiên cứu này.
BẢO ĐẢM QUYỀN CON NGƯỜI TRONG XÂY DỰNG, HOÀN THIỆN VÀ THỰC THI CHÍNH SÁCH PHÁT TRIỂN KINH TẾ - XÃ HỘI VÙNG ĐỒNG BÀO DÂN TỘC THIỂU SỐ VÀ MIỀN NÚI ĐẾN NĂM 2030
Authors: Hầu A Lềnh
Published: November 2024

Bảo đảm quyền con người là một trong những nội dung cơ bản, được ghi nhận và bảo vệ trong các văn kiện quốc tế và pháp luật của các quốc gia. Việt Nam là quốc gia thành viên của Công ước quốc tế về quyền con người, Nhà nước Việt Nam đã ban hành nhiều chủ trương, chính sách, văn bản pháp luật nhằm bảo đảm quyền con người. Trong đó, việc bảo đảm quyền của các dân tộc thiểu số ở Việt Nam luôn là vấn đề thu hút sự quan tâm của cả Nhà nước và xã hội; đặc biệt điều đó đã được thực hiện qua Hiến pháp, nhiều quan điểm, đường lối, chính sách phát triển kinh tế - xã hội quan trọng của Đảng và Nhà nước ta. Bài viết tập trung đánh giá thực trạng và đề xuất giải pháp bảo đảm quyền con người trong xây dựng, hoàn thiện và thực thi chính sách phát triển kinh tế - xã hội vùng đồng bào dân tộc thiểu số và miền núi đến năm 2030, góp phần thực hiện các mục tiêu phát triển bền vững đất nước.
Transitivity Patterns in English Native and Non-Native Students Research Articles: A Functional Analysis
Authors: Shahid Uswa , Anwar Behzad , Fatima Mahnoor
Published: November 2024

This study explores the transitivity patterns in academic writing of English native and Pakistani non-native students by analyzing the process types from a functional point of view based on Halliday’s (1985) framework of Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL). The research describes and compares the process types used by English native and non-native students to transmit their experiences/ideations and fulfill intended purposes. A corpus of research articles written by English native and Pakistani non-native students was compiled and analyzed in terms of clauses and process types (material, mental, relational, verbal, existential, and behavior. The analysis reveals that both student groups prioritize material and relational processes, focusing on physical actions and linking them to associated actors with corresponding qualities. However, the subsequent processes show differences between the two groups. In the native research article corpus (NRAC), verbal, mental, and existential processes are prominent, while in the non-native research article corpus (NNRAC), mental, existential, and verbal processes prevail. Behavior processes are less frequently used in both corpora, indicating a minimal focus on physiological responses. Variation in process type rates reflects students' choices for conveying experiences. This study contributes to understanding how linguistic choices in research articles vary between native and non-native students, shedding light on differences in communication strategies and rhetorical approaches within academic discourse.
Enhancement of germination and seedling growth in Silver Oak (Grevillea robusta A.Cunn.) seeds
Authors: Masilamani Poomaruthai , Dharmalingam C.
Published: November 2024

A study was carried out on three month-old seeds of Grevillea robusta A. Cunn., to improve the germination and vigour potential through growth hormone and nutrient treatments. The seeds were soaked in water, potassium nitrate and thiourea (each 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0 per cent), GA3 (100, 250 and 500 ppm) and mixture of the three (1:1:1 proportion) solutions for 24 hours prior to sowing. The results of germination and vigour evaluation 28 days after sowing revealed the beneficial effects of GA3 (250 ppm) over the rest with 43 per cent germination as against 9 per cent in control. Improvement in vigour was six-fold higher than the control. 150 days after sowing the seedling growth in terms of root length, shoot length, number of leaves, collar diameter, root dry weight and shoot dry weight has been greatly enhanced by pre-soaking seed treatment with 250 ppm GA followed by the combined treatment. While thiourea showed deleterious effect.
Prevalence and Clinical Characteristics of Metabolic Syndrome in Patients with Hypertension Attending a Primary Care Unit in Benghazi
Authors: Adel Saleh  , Adela Ebsat  , Wisam Zayd
Published: November 2024

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of cardiovascular risk factors that increase the likelihood of having cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality. Despite the pivotal role of hypertension in MetS, statistics on the prevalence of MetS in Libyan patients with hypertension are scarce. This study aimed to ascertain the prevalence and clinical attributes of MetS in adult patients with hypertension at a primary care unit in Benghazi, Libya. A cross-sectional study, conducted from January to June 2020, and included 200 participants. Based on Modified National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III guidelines, the participants were categorized into MetS and non-MetS groups. The data was collected and analyzed using SPSS Statistics software, version 27. The study population comprised 134 females and 66 males with a mean age of 51.32 ± 8.9 years. A significant proportion (73%) met the diagnostic criteria for MetS, with an average age of 52.13 ± 8.6 years, older than non-MetS patients. Females predominated in the MetS group (74.7% vs. 25.3%, p-value < 0.001), displaying a higher metabolic score than males (3.4 ± 0.9 vs. 2.8 ± 1.3, p-value = 0.003). Regarding MetS criteria, 29.5% met three, 27.5% met four, and 16% met all five criteria. MetS patients exhibited significantly higher frequencies and mean values of MetS components compared to non-MetS patients (p-value < 0.001). Notably, high waist circumference was the most prevalent criterion (84%), whereas type II diabetes mellitus had the lowest prevalence (32%). In conclusion, the study underscores the significance of early detection of MetS in patients with hypertension, ultimately contributing to more efficient healthcare delivery for this population in Libya.
Navigating the future
Authors:   Ministry of Manpower,,   International Labour Organization. Skills and Employability Branch,
Published: November 2024

This brief presents scenario-based insights on employment creation in green and digital transitions. It shows that green and digital transitions can provide opportunities for additional job creation for a large-scale job creation if effective policy measures and investment are undertaken. The occupations benefiting from employment gains are observed at all skill levels, with the most significant gain in the medium-skilled occupations. Employment opportunities will arise across all age groups, with sizable gains particularly for youth.
Critical Review of Policy Pillars of Development Agenda for Western Nigeria, (D.A.W.N.)
Authors: Ayodele Ojurongbe Samuel
Published: November 2024

The study reiterates the need to differentiate a policy document by verifying the issues it is concerned with. Specifically, it underscores the critical need to pay attention to the real issues of development in a development -centered policy document, and ascertaining if the policy document facilitates the planning and implementation of development programs that meet the needs of the people. To justify this assertion, the paper conducts a critical review of the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria, DAWN, with a view to knowing the substantive information and material in the policy in relation to the policy document in terms of the nine pillars of the document. Among other factors, It sought to know how the concept of Development is constructed in the document in terms of related theory as well as whether it was motivated by a traditional paradigm of technocratic, money driven, top -down approach to development, or by a commitment to the participatory approach. The study observes that the drafters of the document understand and place a high premium on the central role of policy content especially in the sustainable development document. However, it was observed that no visible attempt was made to enshrine clauses and other salient provisions to enforce continuity, accountability, transparency and probity in the document.
Improving Students’ Achievement and Jurisprudential Analysis Skills: A Proposed Teaching Model Based on Integrating WebQuests and the Flipped Classroom
Authors: Abdul Kareem Rashid , Malik Alsarraa Abdul , Alhassan Riyadh
Published: November 2024

This research aimed to examine the effect of a proposed teaching model based on integrating Web Quests and the flipped classroom on Students’ achievement and jurisprudential analysis skills among secondary school students and their attitudes towards it. The study employed a quasi-experimental design to compare achievement and jurisprudential analysis test scores between experimental and control groups. In addition, a qualitative approach was used to determine how students viewed the implementation of the experimental model. The research sample consisted of 89 students, divided into control and experimental groups based on their pre-test scores. As a result, the suggested teaching methodology had a statistically significant favourable influence on academic success in developing jurisprudential analytical abilities, with the experimental group outperforming the control group. Moreover, the teaching methodology improved students’ attitudes. The integrated method improves academic achievement and student engagement in Jurisprudence. Moreover, future research can be enhanced by adopting effective teaching methods for jurisprudence and other Sharia science courses, investigating the proposed teaching approach in diverse subjects to improve student performance, enriching the jurisprudence course with real-world examples, and incorporating jurisprudential analysis and debates to enhance students’ critical thinking and evaluation skills.
The Lived Experiences of Plea-Bargaining Agreement Grantees among Selected Residents of DOH-Treatment and Rehabilitation Center
Authors: Balana Lawrence D. , De Leon Camille V.
Published: November 2024

Plea bargaining agreements (PBA) for drug rehabilitation residents in the Philippines seek to strike a balance between criminal justice and public health approaches, allowing individuals to avoid harsh penalties while accessing voluntary, evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation programs. However, the implementation of PBA necessitates a careful design and monitoring system ensures that the well-being of the individuals involved are protected. Our qualitative study explored the lived experiences of selected grantees of plea-bargaining agreement among six in-house program residents of DOH- Treatment and Rehabilitation Center in Bataan to identify the significant changes it has on their lives, given their current situation. Using interpretative phenomenological analysis, responses were interpreted, analyzed, and categorized according to primary patterns. To ensure the reliability and validity of the written protocols, member checking, together with spending prolonged time and description were employed. Results revealed that the participants have generally gained positive insight and were able to attain motivation towards their recovery from drug dependence. They employed various coping mechanisms such as acceptance of their current situation; drawing strength from family; and their pursuance in attaining a better future. The in-depth analysis of the lived experiences and actual accounts of selected residents granted with plea-bargaining agreement generally provides an enriched overview of the recovery pattern of persons who used drugs (PWUDs) inside the treatment and rehabilitation center. This research may serve as a basis for extension services and collaboration among policymakers and society in improving PBA interventions align with human rights principles.
Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on Anxiety Disorder: A Systematic Review
Authors: Yumkhaibam Ahsan Huda , Farooque S. M. , Naorem Sharina , Bhowmik Sanjib Kumar
Published: November 2024

Anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder (SAD), panic disorder, and specific phobias, are significant public health concerns that affect millions worldwide and lead to substantial impairments in daily functioning and quality of life. Traditional treatments may not suit everyone, highlighting the need for alternatives like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), which emphasizes mindfulness meditation. This systematic review evaluates the effectiveness of MBSR in reducing anxiety symptoms across various anxiety disorders by synthesizing research findings from studies published between January 2013 and April 2024. A comprehensive search was conducted in electronic databases, including PubMed, Semantic Scholar, ScienceDirect, PsycINFO, and Web of Science, using keywords such as “Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction,” “MBSR,” “anxiety disorder,” and “effectiveness.” Peer-reviewed studies assessing the efficacy of MBSR on anxiety disorders were included, with data extraction and quality assessment performed following PRISMA 2022 guidelines. The search identified 1095 articles, with 13 studies meeting the inclusion criteria for the final analysis, encompassing a total sample size of 751 participants. The studies varied in design, sample size, participant demographics, and targeted anxiety disorders. Findings consistently showed significant reductions in anxiety symptoms among participants receiving MBSR compared to control groups. For GAD, studies reported improvements in anxiety and stress measures such as the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) and Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A). For SAD, reductions in social anxiety symptoms were observed, with some studies showing comparable effectiveness to CBT. This review presents compelling evidence supporting the efficacy of MBSR in reducing symptoms associated with anxiety disorders. Future research should focus on the long-term effects, impact on diverse demographic groups, and specific mechanisms to improve its clinical applicability.
Karbon Ayak İzi ve Karbon Emisyonunun Sektörel Değerlendirmesi: Havacılık Sektöründe Bir Uygulama
Authors: Kaya Hazal Gül , Sağbaş Aysun , Dursun Zeynep
Published: November 2024

Son yılların en büyük sorunlarından biri; atmosfere salınan karbondioksit, metan, kloroflour karbon, ozon ve azot oksitleri gibi sera gazlarının iklim değişikliğine yol açması ve küresel ısınmaya neden olmasıdır. İklim değişikliği ile su ve kara ekosistemlerinde meydana gelen değişim, ekosistemlerin biyolojik dengesinin bozulmasına neden olmaktadır. Küresel ısınmaya bağlı olarak dünyanın bazı bölgelerinde kuraklık, çölleşme, yağışlardaki dengesizlik ve sapmalar, su baskınları, tayfun, fırtına, hortum vb. meteorolojik olaylarda artışlar meydana gelmektedir. Küresel ısınma ile yaşanan iklim değişiklerinde; karbon salınımı ve karbon emisyonu çok önemli bir yere sahiptir. Bu çalışmada, öncelikle karbon ayak izi ve karbon emisyonunun ülkeler bazında değerlendirmesi yapılmış olup, sektörel bir analiz gerçekleştirilmiştir. Türkiye, su kaynaklarının azalması, orman yangınlarının artması, kuraklık ve çölleşme vb. gibi küresel ısınmanın potansiyel etkileri açısından risk grubunda olan ülkeler arasındadır. Bu çalışmada; dünyanın pek çok ülkesinde olduğu gibi ülkemizde de önemli miktarda karbon emisyonu oluşturan havacılık sektöründe; karbon salınımı ve karbon emisyonun değerlendirilmesi yapılmıştır. Bu amaçla, Türkiye’de faaliyet gösteren iki havayolu şirketinin (Türk hava yolları ve Pegasus) uçuş kaynaklı karbon salınımı hesaplanmıştır. Elde edilen sonuçlar, havayolu şirketlerinin iç hat ve dış hat uçuşları için, küresel ısınma riski açısından karşılaştırmalı olarak irdelenmiştir.
Geographic Information System Using Node Combination Based on Dijkstra's Algorithm for Determining the Shortest Tsunami Evacuation Route in Palu Bay
Authors: Angreni Dwi Shinta , Budiman Wahyu , Anshori Yusuf , Wirdayanti Wirdayanti , Bintana Rizqa Raaiqa
Published: November 2024

Indonesia, sebagai negara kepulauan yang terletak di Khatulistiwa dan dikelilingi oleh Cincin Api, sangat rentan terhadap bencana alam seperti gempa bumi tektonik dan letusan gunung berapi. Palu, salah satu wilayah di Indonesia yang aktif secara seismik, dilalui oleh Sesar Palu-Koro, yang memiliki potensi memicu gempa bumi kuat dan tsunami, seperti yang terjadi pada gempa berkekuatan 7,4 SR pada September 2018. Untuk mengurangi risiko bencana, sangat penting memahami kerentanan masyarakat dan memanfaatkan teknologi Sistem Informasi Geografis (SIG). Penelitian ini merancang sistem berbasis SIG menggunakan Algoritma Dijkstra yang dimodifikasi untuk menentukan rute evakuasi tsunami terpendek di Palu. Hasil pengujian menunjukkan bahwa sistem ini efektif, dengan tingkat kepuasan pengguna sebesar 89,33% dan akurasi prediksi rute yang memuaskan dibandingkan dengan Google Maps. Sistem ini dapat diandalkan untuk membantu masyarakat menemukan rute evakuasi terdekat, sehingga meningkatkan keselamatan dan kesiapsiagaan dalam menghadapi potensi bencana.
CORRELATION BETWEEN MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN AND COGNITION AMONG UNIVERSITY LEVEL STUDENTS USING THE RUFF FIGURAL FLUENCY TEST.
Authors: Mahaseth Pooja Kumari , grawal Neha Umashankar , Kaur Tanpreet , Pwar Tejaswini Kalyan , Chaurasia Pooja
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND: Hand grip strength and function are important for day- to-day tasks. Although chronic pain has long been known to affect cognitive  outcomes,  new  research  published  in  the  last  decade  has focused on the multi-dimensional impacts of pain on multiple cognitive areas; OBJECTIVE: To study cognitive impairment and musculoskeletal pain in university level students and to evaluate the relationship between musculoskeletal pain and cognition in university level students; METHODOLOGY: Study design is cross sectional and observational with sample size87 at MGM SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY With age 18 to 27 years having any musculoskeletal pain; RESULTS: The statistical significance of the participants' pain in days with the p value is 0.001 (p<0.001). The amount of errors made by participants with a p value of 0.001 (i.e., p<0.001), the correlation coefficient r-value between the length of the pain episode and the length of the rough figural fluency test was recorded as -0.068, which is statistically insignificant at the 5% level with a non-linear link with a non-linear link, the correlation coefficient r-value for pain duration and ruff figural fluency test errors was observed as -0.11, which is statistically insignificant at the 5% level.CONCLUSION: This study concluded that there is a significant relation between pain and cognition and has a positive correlation between pain and cognition.
Comparison of In Vitro Ibuprofen Release Rates from HPMC and Carbopol® Gels
Authors: Özyılmaz Emine Dilek , Mavideniz Açelya , Nobavar Zahra
Published: November 2024

Topical drug delivery systems have become a critical area of research because of their ability to deliver active pharmaceutical ingredients directly to the target site, thereby reducing systemic exposure and associated side effects. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen are frequently used in these systems for their strong pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. In the present study, an HPMC gel formulation containing the same amount of ibuprofen (5% w/w) was prepared as an alternative to the market formulation, which is prepared with Carbopol 934® as the gelling agent. The aim was to compare the two formulations in terms of the release rate of the active substance. The study results demonstrated that the HPMC gel containing ibuprofen, formulated as an alternative to the market formulation, meets pharmaceutical criteria in terms of pH, viscosity, appearance, and active ingredient content (90-105%). Furthermore, the release rate of ibuprofen from gel was statistically significantly different compared to the market formulation prepared with Carbopol 934® (p
Zazaca Halk Anlatılarında Dev Miti
Authors: Gökalp Buşra , Çiftçi Hasan
Published: November 2024

Mythology comprises sacred narratives involving symbolic and allegorical stories such as gods, goddesses and the creation of the universe, which change over time and are influenced by the collective imagination of societies and passed down from generation to generation. Mythological elements, which have influenced many communities worldwide, are also crucial subjects to be explore and evaluate in Zaza folk literature. Indeed, the impact of myths and mythological elements on the cultural fabric of the Zaza people continues to shape their societal life from past to present. This study identifies and interprets the giant myth in Zaza folktales, legends, and folk stories. The aim is to delve into the depths of this giant myth in these genres, bringing its mythological elements to light and analyzing them. Rather than traditional fieldwork or compilation methods, this study prefers to focuses on compiled folk narratives and materials gathered from Zaza works to examine these mythological elements. This research is an important step towards understanding how the giant myth, ingrained in the cultural memory of the Zaza people, has evolved and influenced societal life. It aims to explore the depths of Zaza mythology and introduce this cultural treasure to a broader audience.
Gilles Deleuze Açısından Friedrich Nietzsche Felsefesi: Deleuze’ün Nietzsche Okuması Üzerine Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: Çiçek Aydın , Saygılı Serdar
Published: November 2024

Deleuze, Nietzsche’nin ebedi dönüş düşüncesini Antik Yunanlardan aldığına yönelik düşünceyi düzeltmeye çalışmıştır. Antik Yunanlardaki döngü niteliklerin ve şeylerin ay altı dünyadan geri dönüşünü belirleyen gök cisimlerinin hareketine dayanmaktadır. Bu döngü fizik ve astronomiye dayanan bir yorum içermektedir. Ancak Nietzsche, yapılan bu açıklamayı sert bir biçimde eleştirmiştir. Deleuze’e göre, ebedi dönüş farkın virtüel bir biçimde açığa çıkmasını sağlamaktadır. Ebedi dönüşte uzamsal nicelik, yerel hareket ve fiziksel nitelik söz konusu değildir. Zira ebedi dönüş farkın tekrarından oluşmaktadır. Bu sebepledir ki, ebedi dönüş bir döngü olmamakla beraber benzer olanların geri dönüşü değildir. Bununla birlikte güç istenci, bir güç arzusu anlamına gelmemektedir. Güç istenci olumlamanın temelini oluşturmaktadır. Zira güç uzanıp elde edilebilecek bir obje anlamına gelmemektedir. Güç, kuvvetlerin mücadelesine dayanmaktadır. Bu mücadele bedeni oluşturmuştur. Bu sebeple bedeni bir kuvvetler alanı olarak, kuvvetler çoğulluğunun uğrana mücadele verdiği bir beslenme ortamı olarak tanımlamıştır. Çünkü ortam yoktur. Kuvvet veya mücadele alanı bulunmaktadır. Dolayısıyla bu çalışmada Nietzsche’nin Deleuze felsefesine olan etkisi ve Deleuze’ün Nietzsche kavramlarını nasıl dönüştürdüğü ortaya koyulmaya çalışılacaktır.
Introduction to Marine Conservation Biology
Authors: Agardy Tundi , Brumbaugh Daniel , Bynum Nora , Ersts Peter , Holmes Katherine , McFadden Katherine , Naro-Maciel Eugenia , Staub Francis , Sterling Eleanor J.
Published: November 2024

Dynamic and interconnected marine systems cover about 70% of the earth’s surface. Marine and coastal systems are vital to many ecological processes necessary for general life and human well being, including food provisioning, climate regulation, and the freshwater cycle. This module serves as an introduction to the aspects of marine biology concerning conservation. An overview is provided of marine biodiversity and physical oceanography, as well as major marine ecosystems and marine ecology. Sections focus on topics specifically relevant to conservation, namely resource use, threats, and management strategies. The synthesis is accompanied by exercises and recommended resources for understanding marine systems, applying mathematical tools and designing research projects for marine conservation.
Lateralization of German Shepherd dogs depending on the direction of use
Authors: Blokhin Ivan Gennadyevich , Lotov Dmitry Michislavovich
Published: November 2024

This article discusses the motor lateralization of German Shepherd dogs. The identification of such relationships can contribute to more effective identification of predispositions of dogs to various types of work, or more effective training of working dogs. The aim of the work is to identify the relationship between the direction of use of German Shepherd dogs and their lateralized behavior. Using the first step method, data on the motor bias of 55 dogs of different sexes and ages were collected, and the lateralization index was calculated. The dogs were divided into three groups: from the center of the cynological service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Vologda Region, from the kennel of black German shepherds «Gladiator», and participants of the monopred exhibition of German shepherds «Moskovia» in 2024. It was found that most dogs are characterized by right-footedness, 49% demonstrate it, however, the leading limb of dogs differs depending on the sex of the animals: 64% of males turned out to be right–handed, 44% of females were left-handed, while the proportion of ambidextrous was higher among females (15%) than among males (9%). In addition, for dogs working in the Ministry of Internal Affairs, there was a tendency to the predominance of left-handers (56% of individuals), and among dogs from the Gladiator kennel and participants in the Moskovia exhibition, right-handers prevailed (56 and 57%, respectively).
Economic and biological evaluation of new elites of cherry in the conditions of Samara Region
Authors: Minin Anatoly Nikolaevich , Sergeev Maxim Sergeevich , Bystrova Ekaterina Dmitrievna , Maltseva Maria Vasilyevna , Nechaeva Elena Khamidullovna
Published: November 2024

The aim of the research is to evaluate new elites of cherry by the most valuable economic and biological traits and to select promising for production and breeding use. In recent years, cherries occupy more and more areas, thanks to the development of winter-hardy, disease-resistant varieties. However, of the available variety diversity in the State Register of the Russian Federation only a small part of cherries is suitable for cultivation in the Middle Volga region. This article presents the results of the primary study of 12 elite forms of cherry in comparison with control varieties Chermashnaya (early maturity) and Fatezh (medium maturity) for the last 4 years from 2019 to 2022. The indicators of winter hardiness, productivity, resistance to diseases and pests, maturity and fruit quality of cherries were studied. The elites characterized by high winter hardiness, productivity (20 and more kg per tree), large fruit size (over 5 g), excellent taste (over 4.5 points) were identified. Elite forms of cherry resistant to moniliosis and weakly damaged by cherry fly were identified. According to the results of primary varietal study in the state variety trials in 2021–2023 transferred 3 varieties of cherry Nyusha, Olechka and Lisa.
Comprehensive monitoring of the water quality of the Velikaya river estuary by a set of hydrochemical and hydrobiological indicators (Pskov Region)
Authors: Timofeev Ilya Vyacheslavovich , Nikolskaya Larisa Vladimirovna
Published: November 2024

The purpose of our study was to study the dynamics of the water quality of the Velikaya River estuary in the growing season of 2023 according to a number of hydrochemical and hydrobiological indicators. The data of one-year hydrochemical and sanitary-microbiological monitoring of a natural reservoir, the mouth of the Velikaya River, are presented. The water area was studied based on data from the analysis of 5 stations. 21 hydrochemical indicators were determined. The water quality class has been determined according to the water pollution index. The sanitary and microbiological monitoring included the determination of OHMS of allochthonous and autochthonous microflora. It followed from the results that the reservoir is experiencing bacterial pressure largely than chemical pressure. The geological features of the region explain the exceeded hardness value, and natural processes and pollution of the reservoir may cause the increased values of BOD-5 in some seasons. The values of the integrated pollution assessment were in the range of 1,88–2,29. Water quality is characterized in the transitional value of water quality class III–IV. According to the water assessment, according to the average indicators of bacterial contamination, the waters were classified as moderately polluted, but in the summer at one point, the water samples were classified as polluted. The waters are characterized as "moderately polluted", which corresponds to an average concentration of hydromicrobiota in the order of 10³ (CFU)/ml.
The gender and age structure of the population of the Petrovsky and Alakul cultures based on the materials of funerary monuments
Authors: Bogdanash Artem Vasilyevich , Koshelev Alexey Evgenievich
Published: November 2024

The demographic structure of the population is reconstructed based on the sex and age definitions of the skeletons of the Petrovsky and Alakul cultures of the late stage of the Bronze Age. The historiographical information on the study of this aspect of the vital activity of populations is given. The analysis of the materials of these archaeological cultures was carried out both on the basis of traditional approaches and using the method of multidimensional statistics of the main components. Calculations of demographic indicators show high infant mortality, which affected the decrease in the average life span in the total group. The average age of mortality and excluding children is also small. The indicator of infant mortality in the Alakul group is close to those of the Sintashta and Srubnaya groups of the Volga-Ural region, which date from a slightly earlier time, and for the Petrovsky group this value is close to the Potapov group. The sex and age indicators of different samples of the Alakul culture differ. This is well shown in the series localization graph based on multidimensional analysis data. The Alakul samples were located in different sectors of the graph, thus demonstrating different demographic trends. Most of them still have a certain similarity in the analyzed indicators. When comparing the series between groups with the involvement of groups of other archaeological cultures, it turned out that the Alakul samples are quite sharply opposed to those of the Eastern European steppes of the previous time, in particular the Yamnaya and catacomb. In the composition of the Late Bronze Age groups, firstly, the proximity of the consolidated Alakul and Petrovsky series to each other is traced, and in parallel their presence in the circle of synchronous series of the log culture of the south of the Middle Volga region. It should be noted that almost all the series of the late Bronze Age, including various Alakul and Petrovsky, are demographically distinctly different from the indicators of the population living in almost the same territories in the initial phase of this era. This definitely indicates a new way of life, apparently connected, first of all, with the transition from mobile cattle breeding to sedentarism.