bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Primer registro de Cuterebra sp. (Diptera: Oestridae) en roedores (Rodentia: Cricetidae) del noreste de México
Authors: Zaragoza Quintana Elisa Paulina , Cotera Correa Mauricio , Martínez Adriano Cristian Adrian , Scott Morales Laura Magdalena
Published: August 2023

El género Cuterebra (Diptera: Oestridae) incluye especies de parásitos dérmicos que infectan a roedores y lagomorfos silvestres. En México, se han registrado 14 especies de dicho parásito y la mayoría de los datos de esta interacción provienen del sur del país. El presente estudio describe el primer registro de Cuterebra sp. en tres especies de roedores del Matorral Espinoso Tamaulipeco (MET) en el noreste de México. De marzo a octubre de 2020 y de marzo a septiembre de 2021 se capturaron roedores dentro de un fragmento conservado de MET en Linares, Nuevo León. Se identificaron cuatro especies de roedores: Heteromys irroratus, Onychomys leucogaster, Neotoma albigula y Peromyscus leucopus. Exclusivamente en las tres últimas especies se detectaron individuos infectados. Se capturó un macho adulto de O. leucogaster con una larva de Cuterebra sp. en el área genital, mientras que de 12 individuos de N. albigula, solo una hembra adulta presentó una larva en la región pectoral. Se capturaron 86 individuos de P. leucopus de los cuales 15 resultaron infectados (17.44 %): cinco hembras (cuatro adultas y una juvenil) y 10 machos (siete adultos y tres juveniles). En octubre se detectó el mayor número de individuos infectados: cuatro de P. leucopus y uno de O. leucogaster. Aunque suelen ser específicos en su interacción, estos parásitos pueden también afectar a los depredadores naturales de sus hospederos, a los animales domésticos (ganado o animales de compañía) y al humano. Estos nuevos registros brindan información relevante sobre las interacciones parásito-roedor y su distribución en México.
Overcoming Challenges in STEM Education: A Literature Review That Leads to Effective Pedagogy in STEM Learning
Authors: Suhirman Suhirman , Prayogi Saiful
Published: August 2023

The current study aims to analyze trends in studies related to challenges of STEM-based learning, analyzing the challenges of STEM education, describing solution approaches to overcome challenges in STEM education, and describing effective STEM pedagogy. To achieve the goals of this study, a literature review related to STEM education and learning was conducted, specifically by performing a bibliometric analysis. The bibliometric analysis is related to a coherent literature review with the theme of "Challenges of STEM-based Learning," analyzed from SCOPUS databases. The results of the study show that to date the existing study trends have addressed a number of challenges related to STEM education, especially those related to STEM pedagogy. The current study proposes a number of approaches to address challenges in STEM education, the focus is on how effective STEM education can be implemented in learning routines. Finally, it was concluded that some effective pedagogical aspects in STEM education and learning include: creating an innovative learning environment that encourages inquiry, experimentation, and critical thinking; utilizing various authentic learning methods and relevant learning resources; facilitating a collaborative learning environment; creating an inclusive learning environment; and reflecting and improving teaching practices.
The relationship between self-efficacy and computational thinking skills of fifth grade elementary school students
Authors: Safitri Nursadila , Putra Zetra Hainul , Alim Jesi Alexander , Aljarrah Ayman
Published: August 2023

Self-efficacy and computational thinking skills are necessary in this technological development age. However, only some studies still discuss the relationship between the two variables. The purpose of this study is to determine the form of relationship between self-efficacy and computational thinking skills of fifth-grade elementary school students. This study applied correlational quantitative research without accompanying the treatment of the subjects. The respondents for this study were 84 fifth-grade students from three public schools in Pekanbaru. Two types of instruments are used in this study, including questionnaires and computational thinking skills tests. The results showed a correlation coefficient of -0.036 with Sig. (2-tailed) 0.747 > 0.05. That is, there is a very low relationship, it has a negative direction, and it is not significant between self-efficacy and computational thinking skills of fifth-grade elementary school students. Self-efficacy contributes to the influence of computational thinking skills by only 0.12%, and other factors influence the remaining 99.88%. This study is expected to provide an overview of self-efficacy and computational thinking skills of fifth-grade students in Pekanbaru and is expected to be an additional reference for further study.
Pre-service teacher’s mathematical disposition through problem-solving and problem-posing based ignatian pedagogy
Authors: Fitriya Yeni , Mustadi Ali , Nugroho Ikhlasul Ardi , Anugrahana Andri
Published: August 2023

Mathematical disposition is an important aspect that pre-service teachers must master to determine the success of mathematics learning. The objectives of this study were to show the statistical description and verify the research hypothesis regarding the comparison between problem-solving and problem-posing integrated with ignatian pedagogy as a novelty toward Elementary School Teacher Education students. Using a quantitative approach involving 84 students consisting of 9 males and 75 females as participants, used a comparison test between two learning models. The results of the parametric prerequisite test showed the value of Sig. <0.05 for normality and Sig. > 0.05 for homogeneity. However, data analysis can not be continued parametrically but was tested using Mann-Whitney U (non-parametric). The hypotheses test results concluded that H0 was accepted or there was no significant difference from the state of the students' mathematical disposition either using problem-solving or problem posing based on ignation pedagogy. It was evidenced by the probability value, which showed 0.221, which was > 0.05. The implications of this study directly recommend using appropriate learning models to improve the mathematical dispositions of pre-service teachers.
How do students solve reversible thinking problems in mathematics?
Authors: Pebrianti Aneu , Prabawanto Sufyani , Nurlaelah Elah
Published: August 2023

Reversible thinking is a cognitive activity in finding a solution to a problem by arranging the direction of logical thinking from the end to the starting point. Reversible thinking requires a student to think logically in two ways. Therefore, reversible thinking influences students' success in solving problems. This study aims to identify students' thinking processes in solving problems that require reversible thinking ability. This research was conducted on junior high school students in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, using test instruments, interviews, and documentation studies. The tests given consisted of two types of problems, including tests on forward-thinking problems and tests on reversible thinking problems. The research subjects were students with high average mathematics scores in their class. The study found that students could answer the tests on forward-thinking problem-solving very well but could not work on similar questions with the backward-thinking process. Based on the interview results, one of the causes for the need for more backward-thinking ability is the limited learning resources or context when students first learn the concept.
Validasi Metode dan Penetapan Kadar Sirup Kering Cefadroxil dengan Metode FTIR-ATR
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Pekajangan Pekalongan, Rahmasari Khusna Santika , Alfarizi Muhammad Bahtiar ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Pekajangan Pekalongan
Published: August 2023

Cefadroxil is a broad-spectrum bactericidal antibiotic belonging to the first group of cephalosporins produced by the fungus Cephalosporium acremonium. This study aims to validate the method and determine the concentration of cefadroxil dry syrup using FTIR-ATR. The method used is FTIR-ATR with aquabides as a solvent. Parameter Validation of the analysis method carried out includes linearity, accuracy, precision, Limit of Detection (LOD) and Limit of Quantification (LOQ). The results of the linearity test show a value of r = 0.999 which indicates linear. The accuracy obtained is 97 - 105.5%. Precision with an Relative Standard Deviation (RSD) value of 0.54%, LOD of 469.72 µg/mL and LOQ of 1423.6 µg/mL. The results of determining the levels of cefadroxil dry syrup with three samples, namely sample A 100.2%; sample B 100.5%; sample C 100.1%. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the FTIR-ATR method is valid and the sample concentration complies with the provisions of the Indonesian Pharmacopoeia Edition VI, namely the concentration of cefadroxil in dry syrup preparations is not less than 90% and not more than 120%.
The Relations Between Digitalization and Employee Satisfaction in Aviation
Authors: BAŞAR Pınar , ARKAN Gamze
Published: August 2023

Digital transformation and Industry 4.0 concepts constitute an important interaction in professional life. Recently academic studies have been focusing on this area. The aim of this research is to examine the positive or negative effects of digital transformation in the aviation sector on employee satisfaction with a survey. The sample of the study consists of 245 employees in the aviation sector. Digitalization can have both positive and negative effects on employee satisfaction in aviation. On the positive side, digital technologies can improve the efficiency and safety of operations, leading to increased job satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment among employees. Automation can reduce the workload of employees, freeing up their time for more rewarding tasks, and reducing the risk of human error. Additionally, digital technologies can provide employees with access to real-time data and information, enabling them to make better decisions and be more productive. It has been demonstrated that digital transformation in the aviation industry has a positive relationship with employee satisfaction. It is recommended that the study be implemented in other sectors and then a holistic approach should be developed.
DEVELOPMENT OF THE ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL REPORTING STANDARDS
Authors: Svichkar Nataliia , Kusnetsova Hanna , Zhyzhko Kostiantyn
Published: August 2023

Explain the concept of consolidated financial statements, parent company, subsidiary company according to international and national standards. To study the composition of consolidated reports, the consolidation process, the principles of consolidation. Study the types of controlled entities, taking into account the proportion of voting rights held by the investor and the standards that govern them. Define the concept of control according to international standards and identify the factors that influence the determination of whether the investor controls the investee. The purpose of the paper is to develop methodological and practical recommendations for preparing group management reporting in accordance with international standards. Consolidated reporting should be prepared to identify the results of the analysis of the state and activities of the holding, there is a need to transform consolidated reporting in accordance with IFRS for entering the international market and attracting foreign investment. Methodology. The research is based on the application of general scientific techniques and methods. The methods of detailing, analysis and synthesis, deductive and inductive approach have been used to clarify the concept of "IFRS". The methods of selective observation and historical argumentation of the researched problems are applied – to generalise the unsolved problems of IFRS. Results. Consolidated financial statements undoubtedly contain important information for making financial and management decisions. Intra-group transactions can give an unrealistic picture of the activities of a group of companies, their sales, calculations, stocks and financial results; therefore, consolidated reporting gives a more objective picture of the operations and financial status of a single economic unit and does not replace the individual financial reports of group companies, since transactions between group members are not taken into account during consolidation. Practical implications. The concepts of consolidated financial statements, parent company, subsidiary company according to international and national standards are revealed. The composition of the forms of consolidated reporting, the consolidation procedure, the principles of consolidation are considered. The types of controlled entities, taking into account the investor's share of voting rights, and the standards governing them are presented. The concept of control in accordance with international standards is defined and the factors influencing the determination of whether the investor controls the investee are presented. Value/originality. Methodological and practical recommendations have been developed for the preparation of group management reporting in accordance with international standards.
İSRAİL MİLLÎ KÜTÜPHANESİNDE KAYITLI BİR ELYAZMASI VE ESERİN DİL ÖZELLİKLERİ
Authors: KILIÇ Recep
Published: August 2023

İsrail Milli Kütüphanesi Türkçe elyazmaları bölümünde kayıtlı olan metnin yazım tarihi belli değildir. 16 sayfadan oluşan metnin sayfaları karışık bir şekilde dijitalize edilmiştir. Başından ve sonundan eksik bir metindir. Sehiv secdesinin hangi hallerde yapılması gerektiği konusunda bilgi veren bu metin harekeli yazılmıştır. Dini bir mahiyet taşıdığı için halk tarafından anlaşılması kolay olması amacıyla sade bir dille de yazılmıştır. Hareke kullanımı biz araştırmacılara kelimelerin döneminde nasıl telaffuz edildikleri konusunda büyük kolaylık sağlamaktadır. Özellikle kapalı e’nin varlığı ve bu sesin telaffuzun o dönemde nasıl olduğu konusunda da büyük bir yardımcıdır, harekeli metinler. Metnin başı ve sonu eksik olduğu için ses ve şekil bilgisi açısından her özelliği yansıtamamaktadır. Ancak dil özelliklerine bakıldığında Eski Anadolu Türkçesi dönemine ait olduğu söylenebilir. Bu dönem Türkçenin Orta Türkçe dönemine tekabül eder. Eski Anadolu Türkçesi metinleri üzerine yapılan çalışmalar Türkiye Türkçesinin hakkında da önemli bilgiler sunmaktadır. Bu dönem Uygur imlası ve Arap-Fars imlası özellikleri birlikte taşıdığı için tam ve düzenli bir imladan bahsedemiyoruz.
Optimization of assembly devices of automated workplaces using the TRIZ methodology
Authors: Vanko Karol , Pompáš Lukáš , Madaj Rudolf , Vicen Martin , Šutka Jozef
Published: August 2023

The presented article familiarizes the reader with optimizing the workplaces of ultrasonic welding machines. The essential part of the article deals with prototypes, the construction of which does not meet the requirements for production, economy, and functionality. The experimental analysis runs pointed out shortcomings and inaccuracies. The developer’s team used one of the well-known optimization and design methods to solve this issue. It is the TRIZ method (Creating and solving creative assignments). The mentioned method combines two powerful tools into one whole. Specifically, it is the Function and Cost Analysis (FNA) and the algorithm for solving creative assignments (ARIZ). The manuscript describes the use of the method for a more straightforward solution to problematic parts of the structure. The result of the optimization process is a new, improved structure whose properties were confirmed in terms of stiffness by simulation in the ANSYS Workbench program. The applications of optimized parts will also be used in other similar devices. The research will follow up with the design of a new series of ultrasonic welding machines in the future.
Bearing capacity of reinforced concrete beams with and without damages of rebar
Authors: Khmil Roman , Blikharskyy Zinoviy , Vegera Pavlo , Kopiika Nadiia
Published: August 2023

The article presents the results of the bearing capacity of reinforced concrete beams with and without damages of internal reinforcement. One of the main elements of the production of the reinforced concrete industry is beams. The analysis of the experimental tests showed that the bearing capacity of reinforced concrete beams with damaged tensile main reinforcement decreases according to control undamaged samples due to the reduction of the reinforcement cross-section. However, the bearing capacity of reinforced concrete beams with tensile main reinforcement Ø20А500C, damaged to the cross-section area equal the rebar Ø16mm is more on 3.7… 24.0% than the bearing capacity of reinforced concrete beams with undamaged Ø16mm rebar. This is due to the non-uniform material properties of used thermally strengthened reinforcement A500C. When during testing the tensile main reinforcement is damaged by drilling a hole, the most damages occur in the core with lower physical and mechanical characteristics. In contrast, the outer thermally strengthened layer with bigger physical and mechanical characteristics is damaged to a lesser extent. The analysis of the obtained results shows that during design of reinforced concrete beams with damaged, it is necessary to consider using thermally strengthened non-uniform steel A500C as tensile main reinforcement.
Influence of the drill bit tip geometry on the rotary drilling process performed with a hand-held hydraulic drill
Authors: Bołoz Łukasz
Published: August 2023

In the mining and construction industries, hand drills are used to carry out many processes related to excavation and auxiliary works. Hand drilling is commonly applied for making small diameter holes, especially in hard-to-reach places. In the case of manual drilling, an important parameter is drilling resistance, especially torque. Drilling tools are subject to wear, which has a negative impact on the process of drilling, including resistance and efficiency. A blunt tool lowers the drilling speed and puts more strain on the operator. The article presents the results of laboratory tests of selected parameters of the drilling process carried out with a hydraulic rotary drill. The tests were performed with the use of new drill bits as well as drills characterized by a various degree of wear. The tests were carried out for popular, frequently applied rotary drilling tools, on a unique laboratory stand that enabled setting the feed force and measuring the torque, rotational speed, drilling path, drilling speed as well as the in and out pressure of the drill. A number of characteristics were determined as a function of time and depth of the drilled hole. It was found that tool blunting affects the drilling process in various ways, whereas the intensity of this influence is determined by the type of blunting. The test results can provide a basis for developing a criterion for replacing a drill bit with a new one.
Hemodynamic and Clinical Outcomes of Milrinone Compared to Dobutamine in Cardiogenic Shock: A-Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Bahagia William
Published: August 2023

Background

Despite years of clinical experience with the two most commonly used inotropes i.e dobutamine and milrinone, in the cardiogenic shock setting, there is a lack of head-to-head comparison between inotropes in cardiogenic shock. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis on the comparison of hemodynamic and clinical effects of dobutamine and milrinone in cardiogenic shock.

Methods

A comprehensive literature search using PubMed and Scopus was performed. Among 40 studies retrieved from the database, 3 studies were included for hemodynamic comparison outcome and 2 studies for clinical outcomes.

Results

Three studies with 101 patients were included for hemodynamic analysis and two studies with 146 patients for clinical analysis. We observed no significant difference between cardiac index, pulmonary capillary wedge pressure, and mean arterial pressure at 1 hour after milrinone and dobutamine administration. However, there is significantly lower mPAP after milrinone infusion compared to dobutamine (mean difference -8,7 (-9,97 to -7,43) mmHg, p<0,01). We also observed no significant difference in in-hospital mortality but significantly shorter ICU length of stay in the milrinone group (mean difference -1 (-1,92 to -0,08) days).

Conclusion

Administration of milrinone resulted in lower PA pressure and shorter ICU LOS compared to dobutamine in patients with cardiogenic shock.
Cardiogenic Shock
Authors: Bagaswoto Hendry Purnasidha
Published: August 2023

Abstract: Cardiogenic shock (CS) is the most common cause of death in hospitalized patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI). The incidence and mortality of CS in hospitals is also high, although advanced therapy is widely used in CS patients. CS is a condition characterized by inadequate cardiac output due to primary cardiovascular diseases, leading to clinical and biochemical manifestations of insufficient tissue perfusion. CS complicates 5–10% of AMI. STEMI increases the risk of CS approximately twice as much as NSTEMI. In the last 10 years, in-hospital mortality due to CS that occurs in AMI has not changed, that is at 40-50%. The pathophysiology of CS shows several overlaps and can occur simultaneously, that is starting with a cardiac insult that reduces cardiac output, central hemodynamic changes, microcirculatory dysfunction, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and multi-organ dysfunction. CS classification based on SCAI, divided into 5, that’s A(at risk), B(beginning CS), C(classic CS), D(deteriorating), and E(extremis). The key to managing CS is treating the patient as soon as possible, as each higher SCAI shock stage was associated with increased hospital mortality. All patients with suspected ACS-associated CS should have an early invasive strategy with appropriate revascularization. Vasoactive medicines have the potential to improve hemodynamics but at the expense of increased myocardial oxygen consumption and arrhythmogenic risk. Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) has insufficient data as the first-line device solution for CS patients. However, the use of durable MCS devices in a bridge-to-bridge strategy is becoming more prevalent and is supported by clinical recommendations. APACHE-III and SAPS-II, had the best mortality discrimination values to assess the outcome in CS patients.

Keywords: cardiogenic shock, classification, heart failure, myocardial infarction, SCAI
Attitude and Knowledge of Third-Trimester Pregnant Women toward Labor Anxiety in New Normal Covid-19 Era at Puskesmas Abiansemal I
Authors: Kadek Primadewi
Published: August 2023

Introductory summary: Pregnant women can become stressed as a result of feelings of fear and anxiety experienced by pregnant women in excess which will have an impact on pregnancy and the delivery process. Objective: To determine the relationship between attitudes and knowledge of third trimester pregnant women about anxiety in dealing with the new normal era of Covid-19 labor at the Abiansemal I Public Health Center. Methods: This study used a correlational quantitative method, with total of 62 pregnant women. Respondents were taken by total sampling. The level of knowledge and attitude was measured by a questionnaire from Putranti and the level of anxiety was measured using the HARS questionnaire, then tested by the Spearman Rank method. Results: The results obtained from 62 respondents is 36 respondents (60%) were obedient in consuming TTD. 58 respondents (93.5%) had good knowledge and 59 respondents (95.2%) had moderate level of anxiety. The results showed p-value = 0.955 (p>0.05) on knowledge with a correlation of -0.135 and p-value = 0.297 (p>0.05) on attitudes with a correlation of -0.007. Conclusion: There is an insignificant relationship between knowledge and attitudes of pregnant women toward labor during the new normal covid-19 era at Abiansemal I Health Center.
Experimental Research With Diethyl Ether on Engine Performance and Emissions in a Spark Ignition Engine
Authors: UYUMAZ Ahmet
Published: August 2023

In this study, the influences of the diethyl ether addition into pure gasoline were re-searched experimentally in a single cylinder, four stroke, air-cooled spark ignition engine. Experiments were conducted at wide-open throttle and different engine speeds of 2400, 2800, 3200, 3600 and 4000 rpm. The effects of diethyl ether as an additive on engine torque, specific fuel consumption (SFC), thermal efficiency, CO, CO2 and HC emissions were observed. Test results presented that engine torque and power first increased and then decreased with the addition of diethyl ether. SFC increased by about 4.18%, 7.44%, 11.39% and 14.41% with DEE10, DEE20, DEE30 and DEE40 compared to pure gasoline at 2800 rpm respectively. Remarkable reduction were observed on CO and HC emissions with the addition of diethyl ether into gasoline. CO was reduced by 0.67%, 3.39%, 10.61% and 11.11% with DEE10, DEE20, DEE30 and DEE40 compared to gasoline at 4000 rpm respectively. Similarly, HC decreased by 3.70%, 8.82% and 10.58% with DEE20, DEE30 and DEE40 compared to gasoline at 4000 rpm respectively. It was seen that diethyl ether can be used as an additive without modification in spark ignition engines
Antioxidant Activity and Total Flavonoid Propolis Stingless Bee
Authors: Hasan Akhmad Endang Zainal , Safira Ukhradiya Maharaniq , Purnamasari Anita , Wardatun Sri
Published: August 2023

Propolis from Indonesia contains secondary metabolites which include flavonoids and other organic compounds. The ethanol extract of 70% propolis Trigona spp from Pandeglang can be used as an antibacterial compound. The purpose of this study was to examine the toxicity of the propolis and nanopropolis with an LC50 value, test the antioxidant activity with an IC50 value, and determine the total flavonoid content. LC50 was determined by the BSLT method on Artemia salina Leach larvae. The antioxidant activity was tested using the DPPH method (1,1 diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazil), and the determination of flavonoid content was carried out with aluminum chloride.  The results showed that the LC50 value of propolis was 16.010 ppm, and for 20% nanopropolis was 18.689 ppm.  Antioxidant activity obtained IC50 value for propolis is 95.54593 ppm, for 20% nanopropolis is 527.7939 ppm. The total flavonoid content of the propolis was 2.1123%, and the total flavonoid content for the nanopropolis equivalent extract was 1.5293%.
Pengembangan Produk Lembaran Buah (Fruit Leather) Jambu Air Dengan Fortifikasi Spirulina sp.
Authors: Mardiyana Mardiyana , Handayani Murni , Fadillah  , Kurniawati Any
Published: August 2023

Fruit leather is one of the fruit processing by drying fruit pulp (puree) in the form of thin sheets so that it is shaped like fruit leather. Fruit leather product development is done by adding small components to the product in order to have a higher nutritional value. This addition is known as fortification. One of the fortification agents that has complete nutritional content is Spirulina. The purpose of this study was to determine the best formulation of water guava fruit leather product development fortified with Spirulina by looking at consumer acceptance through sensory tests and looking at the nutritional content of the fruit leather product. The treatments in this study consisted of three, namely Spirulina fortification as much as 0.1%, 0.5%, and 1%. Based on statistical tests at the 5% significance level, it showed that Spirulina fortification in all treatments did not make a difference in the sensory assessment of texture, aroma, and taste attributes but made a difference in color attributes. The best formulation of Spirulina fortified water guava fruit leather product development that is accepted by consumers based on the results of the effectiveness test of consumer sensory assessment is a fruit leather product with a formula of 200 grams of water guava fruit pulp, 40 grams of sugar, 2 grams of CMC hydrocolloid, 15 mL of lemon water, and 1 gram of Spirulina powder. Spirulina fortification also increased the protein and fat content of guava fruit leather products.
Evaluating Psychometric Differences Between Fast Versus Slow Responses on Rating Scale Items
Authors: Kim Nana , Bolt Daniel M.
Published: August 2023

Some previous studies suggest that response times (RTs) on rating scale items can be informative about the content trait, but a more recent study suggests they may also be reflective of response styles. The latter result raises questions about the possible consideration of RTs for content trait estimation, as response styles are generally viewed as nuisance dimensions in the measurement of noncognitive constructs. In this article, we extend previous work exploring the simultaneous relevance of content and response style traits on RTs in self-report rating scale measurement by examining psychometric differences related to fast versus slow item responses. Following a parallel methodology applied with cognitive measures, we provide empirical illustrations of how RTs appear to be simultaneously reflective of both content and response style traits. Our results demonstrate that respondents may exhibit different response behaviors for fast versus slow responses and that both the content trait and response styles are relevant to such heterogeneity. These findings suggest that using RTs as a basis for improving the estimation of noncognitive constructs likely requires simultaneously attending to the effects of response styles.
Identidad, intimidad y derechos: políticas públicas y pruebas de ADN en casos de personas apropiadas durante la última dictadura argentina
Authors: Sucari Ana Laura , Lopes Murillo Aline
Published: August 2023

El artículo analiza algunas políticas desarrolladas para la defensa del derecho a la identidad en los casos en que las personas involucradas no desean entregar voluntariamente muestras de ADN. Para ello, se reconstruye la historia de Evelin Bauer Pegoraro, una joven apropiada en la última dictadura cívico militar argentina (1976-1983). A partir del análisis de este caso y de las problemáticas enfrentadas por la asociación civil Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo para identificar a las personas apropiadas en casos en los cuales se requiera la obtención compulsiva de muestras de ADN, indagamos en la elaboración de estrategias y demandas concretas tanto al Estado como a la comunidad internacional. Las características de la historia de Evelin exponen la complejidad de los procesos de restitución, permitiéndonos indagar en la pretensa oposición del derecho a la identidad y el derecho a la intimidad. En ese sentido, el presente artículo busca echar luz sobre cómo las problemáticas de un proceso de restitución singular llevaron a reformular y demandar nuevas políticas para garantizar de forma integral el derecho a la identidad en la Argentina.
Un análisis feminista de la identidad restituida: Justicia hermenéutica, subversión semiótica y la experiencia de las mujeres
Authors: Córdoba Mariana
Published: August 2023

El objetivo del presente trabajo consiste en abordar la cuestión de la restitución identitaria de hijes de desaparecides durante la última dictadura argentina desde una perspectiva filosófica enmarcada en una epistemología feminista. A partir de dos preguntas filosóficas, una metafísica acerca del fundamento de la identidad y una científica-epistemológica acerca de la relación existente entre identidad y genética, argumentaré que la epistemología feminista permite construir una noción de identidad que es un caso de justicia hermenéutica, en palabras de Miranda Fricker, y que supone un proceso de subversión semiótica, en términos de Diana Maffía. Esta noción de identidad, que permitirá afrontar algunas críticas que ha suscitado la vinculación entre identidad y genética, se nutrirá también de otras herramientas que provee la epistemología feminista, como la idea de que es necesario partir de la experiencia de las mujeres para obtener conocimiento menos perverso, en palabras de Sandra Harding. Esto permitirá comprender el rol de Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo respecto del hallazgo científico del índice de abuelidad.
KEPEMIMPINAN KEPALA SEKOLAH DALAM MELAKUKAN INOVASI MANAJEMEN PENDIDIKAN DI SMP AL-IRSYAD TANGGUMONG SAMPANG
Authors: Subhan Mohammad , Sahibudin HM
Published: August 2023

Kepemimpinan kepala sekolah dalam melakukan inovasi manajemen pendidikan merupakan suatu hal yang mutlak untuk dilakukan, tujuannya adalah untuk peningkatan kinerja Pendidikan yang mereka pimpin. Hal ini yang menjadi alasan peneliti dalam melakukan kajian dan penelitian mendalam terhadap fenomena tersebut. Metode penelitian yang digunakan oleh peneliti adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan sumber data adalah kepala sekolah dan Sebagian guru. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: Kepala sekolah memiliki tanggung jawab penting serta dituntut untuk memiliki kemampuan dan ketrampilan seperti mengorganisasi, membangkitkan semangat, mendorong, membimbing para bawahan, serta mempunyai kemampuan dalam membentuk kerjasama. Faktor penghambat dan pendukung kepemimpinan kepala sekolah dalam melakukan inovasi sistem pendidikan adalah dalah Faktor pendukungnya: 1) adanya kegigihan usaha dari para tenaga pendidik dalam menciptakan sekolah yang berkualitas yang mampu menjawab tantangan dimasa datang, 2) faktor internal dan eksternal dimana faktor internal meliputi kepala sekolah, guru, siswa, sedangkan faktor eksternalnya meliputi orang tua dan lingkungan yang kondusif, 3) faktor sistem pendidikan, adanya perencanaan jangka pendek dan jangka panjang. Sedangkan faktor penghambatnya adalah: 1) Masalah dana, 2) Terbatasnya sarana dan prasarana penunjang proses belajar mengajar Implikasinya adalah terdapatnya gambaran kepemimpinan Pendidikan yang bisa diterapkan oleh kepala sekolah dalam melakukan inovasi pendidikan
Pretposlednje Predsedništvo SFRJ (1984–1989)
Authors: Bajin Zoran
Published: August 2023

The article analyzes the activity of the Presidency of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia from 1984 to 1989, mainly on the basis of unpublished material from the Archives of Yugoslavia. The accent is on confrontation of the members of the Presidency with the rising crisis of the political system in Yugoslavia. The reactions of the Presidency to the turning events during the last two years of its mandate are presented in more detail.
Trends in Pediatric Palliative Care Research (TPPCR) 2023; Issue #8: Commentary on Boss et al.
Authors: Lusney Nadine
Published: August 2023

This TPPCR commentary discusses the 2023 paper by Boss et al., “Home values and experiences navigation track (HomeVENT): Supporting decisions about pediatric home ventilation” published in PEC Innovation.
Cây đao rừng và ý nghĩa ngoài kinh tế
Authors: Bản Già
Published: August 2023

Cây đao rừng và ý nghĩa ngoài kinh tế
To Check or Not to Check? A Comment on the Contemporary Psychometrics (ConPsy) Checklist of Psychometric Scales
Authors: Robitzsch Alexander
Published: August 2023

In a recent paper, researchers Vitoratou et al. (2023) published the contemporary psychometrics (ConPsy) checklist for assessing measurement tool quality. This checklist aims to provide guidelines and references to researchers to assess measurement properties for newly developed measurement instruments. The ConPsy checklist recommends appropriate statistical methods for measurement instrument evaluation to guide researchers in instrument development and to support peer review. In this opinion article, I critically review some aspects of the checklist and clarify why certain psychometric standards are not very appropriate in research practice.
Two Replications of Wiechert et al.’s (2023) Online Think/No-Think Study in Undergraduate Students
Authors: Wessel Ineke , Lehmann Robyn , Wiechert Sera
Published: August 2023

The Think/No-Think (TNT) task examines the effects of attempts at suppressing particular stimuli. First, participants learn cue-target word pairs. Subsequently, they either recall (Think trials) or avoid thinking about targets whatsoever (No-Think trials) in response to cues. The critical finding is that No-Think targets are recalled less well than Baseline items (i.e., Suppression-Induced Forgetting; SIF). Wiechert et al.’s (2023) null-findings in Prolific workers using online video calls casted doubts on the robustness of the effect. We adapted their procedure in two replication studies testing undergraduate psychology students. The first study (N = 54) adapted Wiechert’s procedure to an in-person laboratory setting using Same Probe (SP) recall and found evidence for SIF. Hypothesizing that an online test should yield SIF in undergraduates as well, study 2 replicated both the in-person laboratory (n = 54) and online (n = 54) procedures. The results suggested evidence for SIF in the in-lab setting, yet no evidence was observed in the online setting. As exploratory Bayesian analyses showed conclusive evidence for a null effect, this pattern of results does not imply that the in-lab and online settings actually differed. Yet, overall, the results cast doubts on the generalisability of the SIF-effect.
Children’s working memory appears surprisingly robust to multisensory distraction
Authors: Turoman Nora , Walter Elodie , Vergauwe Evie
Published: August 2023

Real-world environments are full of information that stimulates multiple senses at a time, i.e., multisensory information. When such multisensory information is not relevant for our goals, it can have a detrimental distracting effect on our cognitive processes. Distraction effects should presumably be especially large for children, as they are typically considered more distractible than adults. However, little is known about the effects of multisensory distractors on working memory, a fundamental cognitive process which is heavily implicated in school learning. In this study, we compared 60 young adults, 61 9-year-olds and 58 7-year-olds on their performance on a visual change detection task with either: no distractors, visual distractors, auditory distractors or audiovisual (i.e., multisensory) distractors. Surprisingly, we found no evidence for differences in distractibility between the age groups. Further, it was visual, not multisensory distractors, that had the largest effect on working memory performance. Our findings thus suggest that, contrary to the multisensory literature, and in line with classic working memory literature, distractors from the same domain as the to-be-remembered information, and not multisensory distractors, affect working memory performance the most. Regardless of the sensory characteristics of the distractor, however, children’s visual working memory is just as robust to distraction as that of adults. This not only goes against classical ideas on cognitive development, but also holds promise for the robustness of children’s learning outcomes even in multisensory-distractor-laden classroom environments.
Thermal properties of coulomb-type potentials in a magnetic field using the Phase – Integral model
Authors:   Department of Physics, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Nigeria., Ngiangia Alalibo T. , Amadi Okechukwu ,   Department of Mathematics, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Nigeria., Jim-Lawson Tombotamunoa W. ,   Department of Mathematics, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Published: August 2023

The work examined some Coulomb-type potentials under the influence of magnetic field potential and some select thermodynamic functions. The combination of the chosen Coulomb-type potentials and the magnetic field formed the generalized potentials which were put into the time independent radial Schrodinger equation and solution for the energy eigenvalues obtained using the Phase – Integral model. Four thermodynamic functions were considered and the results showed that an increase in the reduced parameters and magnetic field brings about a depreciation of the generalized potentials and the thermodynamic functions as well as the removal of degeneracy and integer decrease in the energy eigenvalues. The study also showed the change of the property of entropy in the classical domain as it enters the quantum mechanical system.
Effect of renewable energy development on sustainable development of small and medium enterprises potentials in Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Business Administration, Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, Nasarawa State, Nigeria., Suleiman Umar Gunu
Published: August 2023

The effect of renewable energy (RE) development on the sustainable development of SMEs' potential in Nigeria was empirically done to unlock the possibility of deciphering the perennial energy problem in Nigeria. The development of renewable energy (RE) resources and utilization can greatly benefit Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria by providing a reliable, sustainable and cost-effective power supply. This is especially important, as many sectors of Nigeria's economy, including SMEs, are highly dependent on the poor power supply that is currently available. Thus, this study specifically examines the effect of RE resources availability, generation, system efficiency and effectiveness, and utilization on SMEs’ sustainable development potential in Nigeria. A survey research design was adopted and a population of 73,081 SMEs across Nigeria was utilized with a sample of 398 SMEs selected using multi-stage sampling techniques. A validated questionnaire was administered to the owners/managers of the selected SMEs, information obtained from the questionnaire was collated, scrutinized, and analyzed using Structural Equation Model (SEM) with the aid of SMART PLS 4 software through the structural model. The findings revealed that RE resources availability, generation, system efficiency and effectiveness, and utilization potentials of SMEs have a positive and significant effect on the potential development of SMEs in Nigeria. The study concluded that RE resources availability, generation, system efficiency and effectiveness, and utilization have significant influence on SMEs’ sustainable development potential in Nigeria. Thus, government, private sectors, and international development partners should focus on providing more resources, knowledge, and support to enable SMEs to access, generate and effectively use renewable energy resources more efficiently.
A Model for Residency Training: The Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Residency Program at Purdue University
Authors: Thomovsky Elizabeth J. , Johnson Paula A.
Published: August 2023

Training residents in any specialty is a balancing act between ensuring high-quality education, making certain the resident meets the requirements set forth by the specialty college to achieve credentials and be eligible to take the board certification examination, and fulfilling clinical duties at that institution. For programs such as this one, residents are integral members of the clinical team, working primary emergency receiving shifts in order to allow the service to function; this leads to a need to identify and protect learning time for the residents. Those involved in the Purdue Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care residency program believe that in the chaos that is emergency and critical care, a firm timeline with attainable checkpoints is crucial to resident success. Such a timeline follows goal-setting theory and provides structure and guidance to candidates to navigate their 3-year program and ensure that they complete all requirements during the residency period. Candidates completing the Purdue program successfully finish their credentials, including at least one first author publication, and have at least one scientific presentation to improve their curriculum vitae. This article serves to present the structure and timelines used by the Purdue Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care program to organize its residency program as an example of a successful program.
Influence of Teaching Satisfaction of Search Interpretation Errors on Detection of Radiographic Edge-and-Corner Lesions by 4th Year Veterinary Students
Authors: DiFazio Matthew R. , Biller David S. , Cernicchiaro Natalia , Dixon Andrea L. , Hallman Clay C.
Published: August 2023

Edge and Corner (E&C) pathology is defined as clinically relevant findings in diagnostic imaging that are located at the physical periphery of studies and thus easily overlooked. Satisfaction of search is a perceptive interpretation error which can compound the difficulty of detecting E&C lesions. Guiding veterinary students to systematically identify these lesions would likely benefit their training, and the authors sought to determine if teaching the concept of satisfaction of search could influence students’ ability to detect E&C lesions. Sixty-five students beginning their clinical radiology rotation were recruited and allocated into treatment, placebo, and control groups. All were taught systematic imaging review techniques, though only the treatment group was taught about satisfaction of search error. A radiographic interpretation quiz was administered to assess students’ ability to detect E&C lesions, determine if awareness of satisfaction of search error impacts E&C lesion detection, and assess general preparation for the rotation based on application of knowledge from pre-clinical coursework. Additional associations between quiz performance and GPA, pre-clinical radiology grade, veterinary school of matriculation, and weeks of clinical year experience were evaluated. No significant difference in detection of E&C lesions was found between any groups, though GPA, radiology course grade, and school of matriculation were significantly associated with general quiz performance. Results indicate that E&C lesion detection is a difficult task for students, that brief, lecture-based teaching of satisfaction of search error does not influence E&C lesion detection, and that pre-clinical grades at the authors’ institution are predictive of imaging rotation preparedness.
An Observational Study of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients from a Small Town of Bihar, India
Authors:   Department of Pharmacy, Nibha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Rajgir, Nalanda, Bihar, Indi
Published: August 2023

This study was conducted to describe the profile of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus from a small town of Bihar, India. This study was conducted over 98 patients of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, who were taking treatment from a specialized diabetic hospital of Bihar Sharif, headquarter of Nalanda district of Bihar state, India. The study was conducted during January 2023 to March 2023. The patients were requested to complete a questionnaire including their risk profile (hypertension, obesity, dyslipidaemia, and glycaemic status), sociodemographic factors, general health, symptoms present, family history of diabetes, physical activity, diet control, medications (oral hypoglycemic agents, insulin injections, antihypertensives, etc.) and habits present (tobacco chewing, alcohol consumption and smoking). Blood pressure (BP), body mass index (BMI), fasting blood sugar (FBS) level and lipid profile were also included in the questionnaire. Overall, 98 type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients with mean age of 60.23±7.50 years were studied. Out of 98 patients, 43 (43.87%) were male and 55 (56.12%) were female. Most of the T2DM patients (42.86%) were obese, and 70.40% had a positive family history of diabetes. 11.22% of patients had vision impairment. The mean FBS level was 188.11±71.10 mg/dl and good glycemic control (FBS level <100 mg/dl) was achieved only in 12.24% of the T2DM patients. 47.96% of study patients were also suffering from hypertension. This study concluded that many factors like family history of diabetes, obesity, uncontrolled glycaemic status, dyslipidaemia, hypertension and sedentary lifestyle were present among the Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients. This study will guide the healthcare professionals to develop a better roadmap for controlling and screening Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Bihar, India.