bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Refleksje o lekcji wychowania fizycznego. Podręcznik akademicki
Authors: Umiastowska Danuta
Published: December 2023

Podręcznik jest uzupełnieniem dotychczasowej wiedzy w zakresie procesu edukacji w wychowaniu fizycznym, ale traktującym obszar zainteresowania lekcją WF w sposób kompleksowy, sumaryczny. Stanowi pewnego rodzaju podsumowanie wcześniejszych podręczników w zakresie metodyki WF, w których w sposób bardziej szczegółowy i rozproszony zaprezentowano zagadnienia dotyczące procesu kształcenia i wychowania w kulturze fizycznej. Jest to zwarta pozycja, łącząca teorię z praktyką – wiele przykładów praktycznych przytoczonych w podręczniku ułatwia zrozumienie zastosowania opisanej teorii w zajęciach ruchowych.
Z recenzji dr hab. Doroty Groffik
Images of Priesthood and Monasticism in the Works of John Chrysostom: Rhetoric and Historical Reality
Authors: Rozumna Yuliia
Published: December 2023

The article provides a comparative analysis of the attitude to priests and monks, the manifestations of which can be found in the works of the outstanding thinker and theologian, representative of patristics, John Chrysostom (347–407 A. D.). It is shown that depending on the purpose of each specific work, he used his own rhetorical abilities in different ways when speaking about priests and monks. When Chrysostom considered each of these figures separately, without comparing them with each other, he certainly showed considerable elevation. For example, when he wanted to exalt the exploits of monks and virgins, he did it in the most refined way. At the same time, in the treatise “Six Discourses on the Priesthood,” while highly evaluating the functions and role of priests, he downplayed the role and importance of monks. In particular, in the last part of this work, Chrysostom portrays the figure of a monk as a kind of egoist who thinks only about his own salvation and has no connection with the outside world. In order to clarify the nature of this duality, we examine the uncertainty and variability in the nature and status of monasticism in the first centuries of Christianity, in particular, we pay attention to the complex nature of the monastic movement in the 4th century, when Chrysostom lived and worked. The historical comparison we have made allows us to assert that in those times, when the Church institution was being formed and its integration into society was still ongoing, the institution of the priesthood had already acquired a fairly stable (“routinized”) charisma, while monasticism had not yet undergone such “routinization.” But, as shown in the article, in general, the institution of monasticism was of great importance for the early Church. Based on this, we conclude that the downplaying of the image of monasticism, which can be seen in the “Six Conversations on the Priesthood,” did not reflect reality in its entirety, but the specific rhetorical intentions of the author of this treatise, due to the specifics of the historical moment.
Methodical Principles and of Digital Education: from the Experience of Teaching Philosophical Disciplines
Authors: Kozlovskyi Viktor
Published: December 2023

The article is devoted to the study of digital education. The features of various forms of teaching academic and university disciplines, including philosophical ones, based on information technologies that enable distance learning are considered. The article analyses the peculiarities of cooperation between teachers and students in the digital education system, where living, real individuals function as media personages. It is revealed that such personages exist on the basis of digital visual anthropology, rather than the anthropology of bodily presence, which is the basis of traditional academic education. The article examines the methodical principles of digital, distance education – mediation, representativeness, and reflexivity – which make it possible to teach academic disciplines effectively at a distance. It has been found that the application of these methodical principles involves compliance with specific laws of digital education – proper digital behavior, legitimation of digital presentation, permanent digital movement as well as digital feedback. Both the advantages and disadvantages of digital education, especially for teaching philosophical disciplines, such as the history of philosophy and philosophical anthropology, are identified. It is revealed how teaching philosophical disciplines can be effective if the principles and laws of digital education are observed, but taking into account the requirements of the anthropology of presence, remains a basic prerequisite for any variant of the modern educational process. It is argued that overcoming this anthropology requires a radical «dematerialization» of participants in online education, which is not yet an achievable goal.
Criticism and Reception of Ancient Mythology in the “Bibliotheca” of Photios (New Materials for the “Analytic of Myth” Course)
Authors: Menzhulin Vadym
Published: December 2023

For many years, undergraduate students at the National University of “Kyiv-Mohyla Academy” are offered the optional course “Analytic of Myth.” It involves a study of the philosophy of mythology (that is, a conceptual understanding of the specifics of mythical thinking) at various stages of its development. Currently, among the available sources, materials on the development of relevant reflections during the Middle Ages are generally lacking. In the limited information remaining from the Soviet and first post-Soviet years, there are significant inaccuracies. This applies to the specific attitude to myth, which can be found in the “Bibliotheca” of the famous Byzantine scholar, philosopher, theologian, statesman, and clergyman of the 9th century Photios I of Constantinople (Photios the Great). Not pretending to reproduce the views of this thinker in their entirety and with maximum historical and philological authenticity, this essay only intends to fill in the gaps and correct mistakes about Photios and his era precisely in philosophy of mythology context. In the past, there was a widespread rumour that medieval authors used to refer to ancient mythology solely for the purpose of discrediting it. This essay proves, supported by various examples, that Photios rather opted for a wider reading of ancient mythology. It involved not only harsh criticism, but also a certain acknowledgement of relevant literature by discovering there several artistical, aesthetical, linguistic, stylistic, historical, cultural, educational, and moral advantages. Even though Photios’ attitude to ancient mythology formed within the framework of Christian religious tradition, it is deeply consonant with both pre-Christian culture and progress of science. On the one hand, the understanding of ancient mythology in “Bibliotheca” can be considered as a manifestation of the renaissance of ancient culture typical for Byzantium during the times of Photios (he himself was one of the leading representatives of this renaissance). On the other hand, Photios’ criticism of ancient myths can be considered not only as an example of struggle between Christianity and pagan mythology, but also as a continuation of a special intellectual trend that originates in antiquity and can be described by the formula “from myth to logos.”
The leading personnel of the German Police apparatus in Kyiv, 1941–1943
Authors: Sytnyk Danylo
Published: December 2023

On September 29–30, 1941, the mass shooting of the predominantly Jews in Babyn Yar was carried out by execution teams consisting of members of Sonderkommando 4a and the 45th (reserve) and 303rd police battalions assigned to help. Members of Ukrainian police were engaged in sorting the belongings of the dead and other auxiliary functions. As a result, up to 34,000 Jews were killed in two days. Historians have already established the biographies of the main perpetrators involved in these shootings. However, the killings did not end there. Jews, POW’s, communists, members of the Soviet and OUN underground, as well as ordinary citizens were executed throughout the entire German occupation of Kyiv. The main perpetrators of mass violence belonged to the SS und Polizei apparatus. Nevertheless, the issue of responsible institutions and their personnel remains unsolved. That is why the author of the article aims to highlight the personnel of two main German institutions — the Ordnungspolizei, and Sicherheitspolizei, and SD.
Seyfi Kenan & Selçuk Akşin Somel, Dimensions of Transformation in the Ottoman Empire from the Late Medieval Age to Modernity: In Memory of Metin Kunt
Authors: Yoldaşlar Özgün Deniz
Published: December 2023

Dimensions of Transformation in the Ottoman Empire is a book dedicated to honoring the life and academic career of Prof. Metin Kunt. Unfortunately, due to a significant delay in its publication, this book could only be released posthumously following his passing. Kunt, a distinguished scholar, made noteworthy contributions to Ottoman history, establishing himself as a pioneering figure across multiple disciplines. His unique perspectives on Ottoman studies and broad research interests have played a pivotal role in advancing scholarly understanding in various fields. As an individual who was once a student of Kunt and holds a particular interest in the early modern period, I regrettably observed that his remarkable contributions to the field have not received adequate recognition within the realm of revisionist historians. Furthermore, his pioneering work remains undervalued, failing to receive the level of appreciation it rightfully deserves. I hope that this book, dedicated to his memory, will make a humble contribution to the academic reception of Prof. Kunt’s works and scholarly heritage.
Voting behavior of turks in the GCC states within the context of turkish-gulf relations
Authors: Cengiz Sinem
Published: December 2023

En los últimos años se ha visto un creciente interés académico en la participación electoral de los ciudadanos turcos que viven en el extranjero. A pesar de que existe un cuerpo de literatura sobre la diáspora turca, que es predominantemente de naturaleza eurocéntrica, ha habido una notable falta de investigación consistente sobre el comportamiento electoral de los expatriados turcos que residen en los Estados del Consejo de Cooperación del Golfo (CCG) con respecto a su participación en elecciones de su país de origen. En este artículo se profundiza en los patrones de votación de los expatriados turcos que viven en los Estados del CCG, con un enfoque específico en sus intereses políticos, preferencias partidistas y perspectivas ideológico-religiosas dentro del contexto de las relaciones entre Turquía y el Golfo. A diferencia de los expatriados turcos en los Estados europeos, que han tendido a apoyar a los partidos nacionalistas conservadores, los ciudadanos turcos que residen en los Estados conservadores del CCG mostraron una preferencia por los partidos de izquierda en las elecciones celebradas entre 2014 y 2018. Sin embargo, ha habido un cambio sutil en esta tendencia en las elecciones presidenciales y parlamentarias de 2023, con algunos expatriados turcos en los Estados del CCG inclinándose hacia la alianza gobernante. ¿Cuáles podrían ser los factores potenciales que influyen en este cambio en el comportamiento electoral entre ciertos turcos en los Estados del CCG? Se sostiene que los impulsores detrás de este cambio pueden estar relacionados tanto con el perfil demográfico de los turcos que residen en los Estados del CCG como con el impacto de la política exterior turca hacia el Medio Oriente en general, particularmente en lo que respecta a los Estados del CCG.
Biblioteca pública e regime militar no Brasil: desvendando discursos autoritários
Authors: Araújo Eliany Alvarenga de
Published: December 2023

Análise discursiva da relação entre o regime militar (período inicial:1964-1970) e biblioteca pública no Brasil a partir de ações desenvolvidas pelo Instituto Nacional do Livro-INL e registradas em documentos oficiais sobre políticas culturais no contexto citado. Vale salientar que as bibliotecas públicas brasileiras estão originariamente situadas junto as estruturas culturais do Estado e vivenciam, de forma direta, as orientações discursivas geradas no âmbito estatal. No contexto político autoritário analisado a biblioteca pública atuou como espaço de divulgação do discurso da segurança nacional defendida pelo regime militar, ficando desta forma, submissa a diretrizes culturais autoritárias. Neste momento de autoritarismo político a biblioteca pública brasileira se apresentou como uma instituição cultural carente de produção espontânea em termos discursivos, ou seja, incapaz de gerar uma lógica discursiva e, consequentemente, uma proposta cultural independente dos discursos elaborados pelo regime militar
Agentes, espaços e poderes em disputa: um olhar sobre estratégias de resistência do Jornalismo a tentativas do Executivo de driblar o direito à informação
Authors: Landim Gabriel , Coutinho Iluska
Published: December 2023

Se a imprensa é considerada o "Quarto Poder" – atribuído pela sociedade e distinto daqueles de natureza constitucional – por fiscalizar os três poderes da República, com o avanço da internet o público ganha força, tem inúmeras possibilidades de compartilhamento de conteúdos e passa a monitorar o trabalho dos jornalistas, possibilitando um “Quinto Estado” (Dutton, Dubois 2015). No espaço público midiatizado, ampliado com as redes sociais digitais, há agentes em disputa por espaços e circuitos de circulação de notícias. Entre as marcas desse tensionamento, destacam-se as ações de descredibilização e questionamento do trabalho do jornalista. Tal descompasso entre avaliações do que deveria ser noticiado têm resultado em conflitos e crescentes ataques à imprensa. Como resposta do Jornalismo, esses casos passaram a ser noticiados. Em 2020, foi exposto na TV o esquema "Guardiões do Crivella" organizado para atrapalhar o trabalho da imprensa. No artigo, evidencia-se o conflito narrado em uma reportagem especial do Jornal Nacional da TV Globo, buscando compreender as estratégias utilizadas pelo telejornal na defesa da liberdade de imprensa. Observou-se os elementos utilizados na construção da narrativa por meio da Análise da Materialidade Audiovisual (Coutinho 2018) e de entrevistas realizadas com jornalistas da emissora. Por meio do conceito de Dramaturgia do Telejornalismo (Coutinho 2012), evidenciou-se que em um cenário de disputa pela informação, jornalistas tornaram-se vítimas, mas também narradores dos atentados ao Jornalismo. A análise apontou o fortalecimento da imagem dos profissionais como referência para a difusão de notícias e evidenciou o risco do cerceamento à imprensa para a democracia
Mniejszości narodowe i etniczne w Polsce z perspektywy geografii politycznej
Authors: Rykała Andrzej
Published: December 2023

Mniejszości narodowe i etniczne, mimo niewielkiego udziału w strukturze ludności współczesnej Polski, przyczyniły się do powstania wyjątkowego pod względem narodowo- konfesyjnym dziedzictwa polskiej przestrzeni. Stosując podejście geograficzno-polityczne dokonano próby uchwycenia, zrozumienia i wyjaśnienia procesu przemian narodowościowo-etnicznych ludności Polski, prowadzącego do ukształtowania się jej współczesnego oblicza.
Dynamics of dissolved Fe content in tributaries of Lake Teletskoe, depending on solar activity indicators
Authors: Puzanov Alexander V. , Baboshkina Svetlana V. , Rozhdestvenskaya Tamara A. , Balykin Sergey N. , Balykin Dmitry N. , Saltykov Alexey V. , Troshkova Irina A.
Published: December 2023

Relevance. The need to expand and deepen the understanding of the influence of solar radiation indicators on chemical characteristics of surface water, since the dependence of hydrochemical processes on periodic changes in solar activity has so far been studied extremely poorly. In addition, special attention is paid worldwide to the study of iron content in waters of rivers and lakes. Iron increased concentrations are one of the reasons for the "brownification" of surface waters in a significant part of the Northern Hemisphere. Aim. To establish a relationship between iron content and dynamics in the waters of the tributaries of Lake Teletskoe with indicators of solar activity (sunspots number, F-index). Methods. Water samples from the tributaries of Lake Teletskoe were collected into clean new polyethylene bottles in the estuaries of the rivers, from a depth of 0.5 m during the spring-summer high water and autumn low water, in 2016–2020. Content of total and dissolved Fe in the waters was determined by the ISP-MS method and by the AAS method. We used the data on solar activity indicators from the Belgian Observatory, which are freely available. Results. The total Fe content in the rivers of Lake Teletskoe basin for the period from 2016 to 2020 changes from 5 to 340 µg/l. Concentrations of dissolved iron (4 to 200 µg/l) do not exceed Russian standards, but they are often noticeably higher than the global average for river waters established abroad. The highest iron content, as well as the proportion of its soluble forms in the tributaries of Lake Teletskoe and in lake waters, was noted in 2016. It is probably due to the highest rates of solar activity. They cause certain changes in the environment – such as an increase in air temperature and water evaporation, and decrease in river flow, which accompanied by growth in concentrations of chemical elements in surface waters. Since 2016, there has been a steady decrease in dissolved iron concentration in surface natural waters of Lake Teletskoe basin, which may be a consequence of a decrease in solar radiation intensity in recent years.
Cyberbullying Experiences and Coping Strategies in Ibadan Metropolis, Ibadan, Nigeria
Authors: Kehinde Ayodeji M. , Dipeolu Isaac O.
Published: December 2023

Introduction/Aim: Cyberbullying of influential personalities or celebrities is a media menace. Psychological, depressional, and emotional suicidal ideation effects are some of the impacts on celebrities. A few studies have investigated celebrities' coping mechanisms against this, with the majority from developed countries. There is a dearth of information on this among celebrities in Nigeria. This study investigated the experience, effects, and coping mechanisms of cyberbullying among celebrities in the Ibadan metropolis, Oyo State, Nigeria. Material and method: A descriptive crosssectional purposive sampling method was adopted. An in-depth interview guide was used for data collection among 14 consented celebrities. Data were manually analysed thematically. Results: Most participants were 25-35 years old and were comedians. All have experienced cyberbullies, such as popularity attacks and defamation of character. The effects of cyberbullying on the victims include low self-esteem, mental stress, depression, substance abuse, and financial crisis. Jealousy, hatred, envy, and quest for popularity among the perpetrators fuelled this menace. However, some celebrities have overcome these effects through technical, preventive, corrective, social support, and spiritual approaches. Conclusion: Cyberbullying is prevalent among celebrities and many experienced psychological effects. Awareness, interventions aimed at its prevention, and adequate coping strategies are needed to solve this menace.
The Image of Java and Its People in Emilie’s Eyes Under the Perspective of New Historicism
Authors: Sentana Yuli Mahmudah , Felayati Safrina Arifiani , Blace Léa
Published: December 2023

Emilie Java 1904 by Catherine Van Moppès is a French novel that portrays Indonesia's portrait in Java in 1904, a century of Dutch colonialism in Indonesia. This novel describes Indonesian colonialism through the third lens, a narration from a French person's point of view. This research aims to identify the historiography of Java in 1904, where the Dutch carried out deep colonialism using a new historicism perspective. The qualitative descriptive method was used. The data involved words, phrases, and sentences containing Javanese historiography in the novel. This study found that 1) the Javanese people are friendly, embrace Islam, and have solid ancient beliefs. The nature of Javanese men who still despise women is also reviewed; 2) From the European perspective, Java's conditions are described as exotic and beautiful but chaotic and dangerous; 3) Colonialism is also seen from a neutral side by writing that shows the negative side of priyayi and the arbitrary attitude of the Dutch toward the natives. This novel implies that the Javanese were civilized before the Dutch came, which contradicts the primary purpose of Westerners coming to the East. Otherwise, she also showed the negative and positive side of Java and its people toward the Dutch.
Analysis of the Health and Safety Behaviour of Domestic Tourists During Their Travels
Authors: Isni Khoiriyah , Sofianingrum Arnita , Purnamasari Dwi Putri , Saidah Ayu , Agustin Helfi , Rifai Muchamad
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Indonesia’s tourism continues to grow annually despite increasing competition in the sector. This study assesses the risk behavior of Indonesian domestic tourists in shopping areas in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, particularly in terms of health and safety. Methods: This quantitative research used a cross-sectional approach and was conducted in shopping areas in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Using accidental sampling, 212 domestic tourists aged at least 17 years were selected as respondents. This study incorporated primary data that were collected from questionnaires asking about the characteristics of the respondents and their knowledge, attitudes, and behavior concerning healthy and safe travel, and was examined using univariate and bivariate analyses. Results: More than 70% of the respondents were female and teenagers (17-24 years old). Approximately 53% of the respondents had low education, but most had good knowledge, positive attitudes, and good behavior towards travel health and safety. Thus, gender (p-value= 0.000) and tourist attitudes (p-value = 0.000) were significantly associated with health and safety behaviors during travel. Conclusion: The findings show that domestic tourists have good knowledge of and positive attitudes towards travel health and safety risks.
Description and Causes of Indonesian Health Workers' Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Mixed-Method Study
Authors: Mayang Phuspa Sisca , Cahyantari Umi , Anas Hikmawani
Published: December 2023

Introduction: The findings of a systematic review indicate that only a quantitative or qualitative approach was used in studies about the anxiety of health professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research that aims to examine the level of anxiety experienced by Indonesian health workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, the signs and their causes will fill the scientific gap. Methods: A sequential explanatory design was used in this study. In the quantitative phase, the COVID-19 Anxiety Scale instrument was used to perform a survey on 731 healthcare workers, which was then descriptively examined. To further support its findings, 30 informants were involved to in-depth interviews, and qualitative content analysis was performed. Results: According to the poll, 15% of healthcare workers reported having high anxiety, 61% had moderate, 19% had low, and 5% had no anxiety at all. According to a qualitative content analysis, the signs of anxiety included overthinking, psychosomatic complaints, and worry about exposed to and transmit the virus at work. This is a result of managerial issues with managing pandemic, social changes, adjustments in interpersonal connection patterns, an unfriendly society, a large number of health workers who suffer with COVID-19, as well as personal variables. Conclusion: Preventive action for future health crisis situations is to improve systemic physical and non-physical preparedness in healthcare institutions. Psychosocial training programs such as cognitive coping and stress adaptation need to be carried out to improve the mental health condition of health workers so they don't ‘collapse’ when dealing crisis situations.
Proposed Workstation Design in Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Disorder Complaints
Authors: Saptiansyah Refaldi , Haqi Dani Nasirul , Juwono Kholifah Firsayanti
Published: December 2023

Introduction:Laboratory is a means of improving the effectiveness of learning. The problem faced by laboratory staff in performing their work (analysis and experimentation) is fatigue caused by long work time with inappropriate sitting posture and position. The use of a wooden chair without a backrest and with a seat height that is too high or too low can cause musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). This study aims to provide a workstation design suggestion with attention to ergonomics to reduce complaints of musculoskeletal disorders. Method: This descriptive research used an observational method. The population in this research consisted of 31 female students of a feed laboratory user, and the sample consisted of 16 respondents at the SIKIA Laboratory. Data collection for this study was conducted from July to September 2022. The independent variable in this study was the dimension of the workstation, and the dependent variable was musculoskeletal complaints. Result: Anthropometric measurements on laboratory assistants of the SIKIA Laboratory showed that the average popliteal height was 53.25 cm. Assessment on musculoskeletal disorder complaints shows that most complaints are found on “Pain in the back” with a score of 36. A new chair and table design is proposed, where the width of the seat back is 39.75 cm. Conclusion: A new workstation design is proposed that focuses on ergonomics to reduce the complaints of musculoskeletal disorders.
Varied domain structures in 0.7Pb(Mg1/3Nb2/3)O3-0.3PbTiO3 single crystals
Authors: Zhang Dawei , Wang Lei , Li Linglong , Sharma Pankaj , Seidel Jan
Published: December 2023

Single crystals of 0.7Pb(Mg1/3Nb2/3)O3-0.3PbTiO3 (PMN-30PT) with a composition close to the morphotropic phase boundary have demonstrated remarkable electromechanical properties, stimulating intensive research interest in the field of piezoelectrics. Domain structures have long been associated with their overall piezoelectric properties, thereby garnering particular research interest for the enhancement of piezoelectric properties. Here, we report on three distinct domain structures in this material. Through a combination of X-ray diffraction reciprocal space mapping and piezoresponse force microscopy measurements, an M A crystal structure has been confirmed. The three-dimensional polar vectors of the three domain structures have been reconstructed with two 4M A and one 2M A domain structures. Correlations between different domain structures and their local electrical switching properties have been revealed. Our study of the PMN-30PT single crystal examines diverse domain structures at the mesoscale in detail, which provides valuable insight into the relationship between structures and properties of the material.
100 ans d’expérience collective face aux défis techniques, environnementaux, juridiques, économiques et humains à venir
Authors: Tourrette Nathalie , Chirez Matthieu
Published: December 2023

Le vendredi 9 juin 2023, un colloque de droit de la vigne et du vin s'est tenu à Châteauneuf-du-Pape pour célébrer le centenaire de la création du syndicat des vignerons de l'appellation. Protection des terroirs, changement climatique, gestion de l'eau, marques et appellations, identité du vin... Fidèle à la transversalité de la matière, de nombreux thèmes ont été présentés par des conférenciers de tous horizons. Cet article constitue la synthèse présentée par les grands témoins de la journée, Maître Nathalie Tourrette et Maître Matthieu Chirez du cabinet JP Karsenty.
Mengungkap Potensi Desa Pagerwojo
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo, Eko Agus Suprayitno Eko Agus Suprayitno
Published: December 2023

Puji syukur kepada Tuhan Yang Maha Esa, sehingga Buku Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat UMSIDA di Desa Pagerwojo Tahun 2019. Yang telah memberikan berkat dan karuniannya sehingga penulis dapat menyelesaikan Sebuah Buku hasil Karya kegiatan Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) Terpadu Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo dengan judul “MENGUNGKAP POTENSI DESA PAGERWOJO”. KKN bukanlah hanya pengabdian kepada masyarakat, akan tetapi merupakan kegiatan yang memadukan unsur Pendidikan, Penelitian, dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat, Dimana tiga hal tersebut terkemas dalam istilah “Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi”. Di Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo (UMSIDA) menambahkan satu point dari Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi tersebut sebagai kekhasan UMSIDA yaitu Keislaman dan Kemuhammadiyahan, sehingga disebut”Catur Dharma Perguruan Tinggi”.
Improving Local Community Public Services: Revealing Hurdles and Strategic Remedies
Authors: Wirahayu Choif Puspa , Mursyidah Lailul
Published: December 2023

This research investigates the complexities within public service delivery at the Buduran Sub-District Office in Sidoarjo Regency, identifying issues arising from intricate procedures and demanding requirements. The study aims to uncover and analyze factors impacting the improvement of public service performance, employing a SWOT analysis to identify internal and external environmental factors. The strategic identification of five critical issues emerges, including inadequate infrastructure, public unfamiliarity with service procedures, limited service personnel, suboptimal workforce competencies, and administrative disorder at the village level. Corresponding strategic responses are proposed, such as infrastructure enhancement, intensified public education on service procedures, capacity building for civil servants, specialized recruitment in service areas, and fortified coordination with village administrations. The implications suggest targeted strategies for policymakers and public service administrators to address these challenges, thereby elevating service quality and responsiveness to societal needs.
Highlights:

SWOT Analysis: Identifying Internal and External Factors - Essential for strategic planning and understanding the landscape of service delivery challenges.
Critical Issues in Service Delivery: Infrastructure, Public Awareness, and Human Resources - Addressing these facets is pivotal for enhancing service quality and efficacy.
Strategic Responses: Infrastructure Development, Public Education, and Workforce Capacity Building - Implementing targeted strategies to address identified challenges and fortify service delivery mechanisms.

Keywords: Public Service, Performance Improvement, Strategic Solutions, SWOT Analysis, Community Engagement
Exploring Public Satisfaction in Rural Public Services: 2022 Case Study
Authors: Viola Famela Octa , Sukmana Hendra
Published: December 2023

This study investigates public satisfaction with service provision in Desa Larangan, Kecamatan Candi, Kabupaten Sidoarjo, focusing on nine key elements outlined in the Ministry of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform's guidelines. Evaluating citizen satisfaction in areas ranging from requirements to infrastructure, the research surveys Organisasi Perangkat Daerah (OPD) and the Village Government as service recipients. Findings reveal an overall favorable assessment, showcasing a commendable service quality and performance with a Satisfaction Index of 79.02. Notably, infrastructure facilities garnered the highest average score (3.28), while requirements scored the lowest (3.02). This study highlights the positive quality of rural public service provision and underscores areas for potential enhancement, serving as a benchmark for governance optimization.
Highlights:

Comprehensive Assessment: Evaluated nine dimensions of service satisfaction.
Favorable Findings: Overall positive performance with notable room for improvement.
Governance Benchmark: Offers insights for optimizing rural service delivery.

Keywords: Public Satisfaction, Service Quality, Rural Governance, Citizen Feedback, Administrative Performance
Insights into glendonite formation from the upper Oligocene Sagavanirktok Formation, North Slope, Alaska, U.S.A.
Authors: Counts John W. , Vickers Madeleine L. , Stokes M. Rebecca , Spivey Whittney , Gardner Kristina F. , Self-Trail Jean M. , Gooley Jared T. , McAleer Ryan J. , Jubb Aaron M. , Houseknecht David W. , Lease Richard O. , Griffis Neil P. , Vickers Martin , Śliwińska Kasia , Tompkins Hannah G.D. , Hudson Adam M.
Published: December 2023

The type locality for the upper Oligocene Nuwok Member of the Sagavanirktok Formation (Carter Creek, North Slope, Alaska, USA) contains an abundant occurrence of glendonite, a pseudomorph after the calcium-carbonate mineral ikaite, which typically forms in the shallow subsurface of cold marine sediments. The region during the time of Nuwok Member deposition was located at a high latitude, similar to today, and the study site is characterized by sands and silty muds interpreted here to have been deposited in coastal and shelfal marine environments. Isotopic (Sr) and biostratigraphic (foraminifera) evidence presented here refine the depositional age of the outcrop to approximately 24 Ma. Glendonites occur in two basic forms: radial clusters, commonly centered around a single larger primary crystal (∼ 10 cm, Type A) and larger single blades generally without accessory crystals (∼ 15–25 cm, Type B).

Microscopic examination reveals a sequence of multiple types of replacive calcite that formed as a direct result of ikaite transformation: Type 1 rhombohedral crystals characterized by microporous and inclusion-rich cores and concentric zones, Type 2A, composed of clear calcite that overgrew and augmented Type 1 crystals, and inclusion-rich, microcrystalline Type 2B, which formed a matrix surrounding the rhombs and commonly dominates the outer rims of glendonite specimens. Type 3 calcite precipitated as fibrous, botryoidal epitaxial cement atop previous phases and is not ikaite-derived. These phases are distributed in similar ways in all examined specimens and are consistent with several previously described glendonite occurrences around the world, despite differing diagenetic and geologic histories. Stable-isotope evidence (δ13C and δ18O) suggests sourcing of glendonite carbon from both organic and methanogenic sources. Glendonites of the Nuwok Member can therefore assist in the determination of a more comprehensive ikaite transformation model, improving our understanding of glendonite formation and the sedimentological and environmental context of their occurrence. Oligocene glendonites are uncommon globally; the well-preserved occurrence described here can allow future studies to better reconstruct Arctic environmental conditions and paleoclimates during this time.
Media ajar pendamping bahasa inggris “let’s express” sebagai media dalam materi expression siswa SMP Kelas VII
Authors: Mutiatun Siti , Alami Ersa
Published: December 2023

Bahasa adalah alat komunikasi yang diperlukan dalam setiap waktu termasuk siswa yang setiap hari berkomunikasi. Komunikasi lisan merupakan keterampilan berbahasa yang membutuhkan beberapa komponen berbahasa diantaranya adalah expression.  Materi expression merupakan salah satu materi yang dipelajari siswa kelas VII SMP yang bertujuan agar komunikasi lisan mereka tidak kaku dalam menggunakan kosa kata. Dengan demikian, mereka bisa berbicara sesuai dengan alur situasi dan kondisi yang diinginkan tanpa menunjukkan sikap memaksa. Namun hal ini sangat sulit untuk diaplikasikan karena mereka harus menyesuaikan kegiatan yang ada pada buku ajar yang pada umumnya menggunakan situasi asing sehingga mereka harus menganalisis sebelum mereka memahami dan mengimplementasikan materinya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan penggunaan media ajar pendamping bahasa Inggris “let’s express” dalam materi expression siswa kelas VII SMP Daruttauhid, Sepulu, Bangkalan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif yang berisi tentang paparan hasil penelitian yang merupakan paparan dari penggunaan media. Dari penelitian, diketahui bahwa siswa dan guru mengalami kesulitan dalam materi expression sehingga membutuhkan media khusus yang dapat membantu dalam pembelajarannya. Penggunaan media ajar pendamping bahasa Inggris dalam materi expression cukup membantu karena berbasis aplikasi yang berkearifan lokal sehingga dapat diakses dengan mudah dalam waktu tak terbatas.
Exposure to OPFRs is associated with obesity and dysregulated serum lipid profiles: data from 2017-2018 NHANES
Authors: Xing Weilong
Published: December 2023

Background Exposure to organophosphate flame retardant (OPFRs) is widespread in general population. Emerging studies revealed OPFRs have endocrine disturbing property. However, research investigating OPFRs exposure, obesity and serum lipid profiles is limited. We aim to evaluate the association between urinary metabolites of OPFRs, BMI, and serum lipid profiles.Methods Data from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2017–2018 was obtained. 1334 adults were enrolled in the current study. Urinary concentrations of bis (1-chloro-2-propyl) phosphate (BCIPP), bis(2-chloroethyl) phosphate (BCEP), bis(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (BDCPP), dibutyl phosphate (DBUP), and diphenyl phosphate (DPHP) were quantified to assess OPFRs exposure. Covariate-adjusted linear and logistic regression models were conducted to explore the associations between log2-transformed concentrations of OPFRs metabolites, BMI, obesity and serum lipid profiles. Stratified analyses were performed to assess the heterogeneity of associations by age, gender, race, etc.Results Increased urinary concentrations of BCEP and BDCPP were positively associated with 0.27 (95% CI: 0.02–0.52, p = 0.0338) and 0.56 (95% CI: 0.25–0.87, p = 0.0004) higher BMI value, respectively. One log2-unit increase in urinary BCEP concentrations was associated with 10% higher risk for developing obesity (95% CI: 1.02–1.18, p = 0.0096). Additionally, one log2-unit increase in BDCPP was associated with 19% higher risk for obesity (95% CI: 1.09–1.30, p = 0.0001). Multivariable linear regression showed urinary DPHP concentrations were inversely correlated with serum TG levels (β=-7.41, 95% CI: -12.13 to -2.68, p = 0.0022).Conclusion Environmental exposure to OPFRs might contribute to obesity and dysregulated serum lipid in adults. Future prospective researches are warranted to confirm the causal relationship between metabolites of OPFRs and obesity.
Mesenchymal stromal/stem cells promote intestinal epithelium regeneration after chemotherapy-induced damage
Authors: Yetkin-Arik Bahar , Jansen Suze A. , Varderidou-Minasian Souzanna , Westendorp Bart , Altelaar Maarten , Lindemans Caroline , Lorenowicz Magdalena
Published: December 2023

Background
Allogenic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is a curative treatment for leukemia and a range of non-malignant disorders. The success of the therapy is hampered by occurrence of acute graft-versus-host disease (aGvHD); an inflammatory response damaging recipient organs, with gut, liver, and skin being the most susceptible. Intestinal GvHD injury is often a life-threatening complication in patients unresponsive to steroid treatment. Second-line available therapies are immunosuppressants or mesenchymal stromal/stem cell (MSCs) infusions. Data from our institution and others demonstrate rescue of approximately 40–50% of patients suffering from aGvHD with mesenchymal stromal/stem cells and minor side effects. Although promising, better understanding of MSC mode of action and patient response to MSC-based therapy is essential to improve this lifesaving treatment.
Methods
Single cell human small intestine organoids were embedded in Matrigel, grown for 5 days and treated with busulfan for 48 h. Organoids damaged by treatment with busulfan or control organoids were co-cultured with 5.000, 10.000, and 50.000 MSCs for 24 h, 48 h or 7 days and the analyses such as surface area determination, proliferation and apoptosis assessment, RNA sequencing and proteomics were performed.
Results
Here, we developed a 3D co-culture model of human small intestinal organoids and MSCs, which allows to study the regenerative effects of MSCs on intestinal epithelium in a more physiologically relevant setting than existing in vitro systems. Using this model we mimicked chemotherapy-mediated damage of the intestinal epithelium. The treatment with busulfan, the chemotherapeutic commonly used as conditioning regiment before the HSCT, affected pathways regulating epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT), proliferation, and apoptosis in small intestinal organoids, as shown by transcriptomic and proteomic analysis. The co-culture of busulfan-treated intestinal organoids with MSCs reversed the effects of busulfan on the transcriptome and proteome of intestinal epithelium, which we also confirmed by functional evaluation of proliferation and apoptosis.
Conclusions
Collectively, we demonstrate that our in vitro co-culture system is a new valuable tool to facilitate the investigation of the molecular mechanisms behind the therapeutic effects of MSCs on damaged intestinal epithelium. This could benefit further optimization of the use of MSCs in HSCT patients.
Risk Factors of Ocular Disorders among Institutionalized Adults with Intellectual Disabilities in Taipei City
Authors: Fang I-Mo , Hsieh Ching , Tsai Tzu-Hsun , Lin Fu-Gong , Chiu Yu-Lung
Published: December 2023

Purpose To investigate the risk factors of ocular disorders among institutionalized adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) in Taipei City.Methods A cross-section city-wide ophthalmic survey was conducted in Taipei City from 2016 to 2017, involving full-time residents with ID aged over 18. Participant characteristics, including age, gender, ID severity, and associated diseases, were collected for multiple logistic regression analysis to identify ocular disorder risk factors.Results A total of 687 participants, comprising 70.9% of the eligible individuals, were included. Refractive errors (73.8%), strabismus (32.6%), ocular hypertension (26.0%) and cataract (15.3%) were the most common ocular disorders Myopia (73.2%) is the most common refractive error, with 14.6% being high myopia. DS was a common risk factor for developing strabismus (OR,2.54; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.58 to 4.08), nystagmus (OR, 9.24; 95% CI, 4.41 to 19.37), high myopia (OR,2.54; CI, 1.52 to 4.25), high astigmatism (OR, 3.54; CI, 2.06 to 6.10), and cataracts (OR, 5.54; CI, 3.07 to 9.97). while it served as a protective factor against ocular hypertension (OR, 0.15; CI, 0.04 to 0.62). CP was identified as a common risk factor for strabismus (OR,2.09; CI, 1.28 to 3.42), nystagmus (OR,5.41; CI, 2.39 to 12.24), and high myopia (OR, 2.33; CI, 1.35 to 4.03).Conclusions High prevalence of myopia, strabismus, ocular hypertension and cataract was observed in institutionalized adults with ID. DS and CP were more significant risk factors than ID severity for ocular disorders. Regular ophthalmic exams, particularly monitoring intraocular pressure, are crucial for this population.
Research on Impact Coefficient of Highway Bridges in Heavy-cargo Transportation Based on International Roughness Index
Authors: Bo Liu , wang laiyong , Huang Zhenyang
Published: December 2023

A vehicle–bridge coupled vibration model, which is based on the virtual work principle and the finite element method, is established to analyze the impact of heavy-cargo transportation on a precast box girder bridge. The model can accurately simulate the dynamic characteristics of the vehicle and the bridge. A new method to reconstruct the values of deck roughness based on the International Roughness Index (IRI) is developed, after which the reconstruction is introduced to the vehicle–bridge model. Results show that the impact coefficient, which corresponds to different IRI-based reconstruction samples, obey a normal distribution. Furthermore, deck roughness played a significant role in vehicle–bridge relationship. When the heavy-cargo vehicle crossed the precast box girder bridge at low speeds, the impact coefficient changed significantly. Finally, the linear fitting formulas of the IRI-based impact coefficient are established for future research reference.
Numerical Investigation of Double-Volute Balancing in Centrifugal Pumps
Authors: Kibar Ali , Yigit Kadri Suleyman
Published: December 2023

This study investigates the impact of radial hydraulic forces on centrifugal pump bearings and assesses the effectiveness of the double-volute balancing technique in mitigating these forces. Numerical simulations were conducted on centrifugal pumps with both single- and double-volute configurations while ensuring extended computational domains in the inlet and outlet sections for improved flow characteristics. Experimental validation was performed to validate the numerical findings and provide additional evidence of the efficiency of the technique used in the simulations. The simulations demonstrated a notable decrease in the radial hydraulic forces with the implementation of the double-volute configuration. The pressure differentials between the single- and double-volutes played a critical role in counteracting the unbalanced forces generated by the impeller. Consequently, adopting a double-volute centrifugal pump design resulted in a substantial reduction in impeller-induced forces and the forces exerted on the bearings, resulting in an approximate 50% decrease in radial forces.
Assessing the ability of a large language model to score free text medical student notes
Authors: Burke Harry B. , Hoang Albert , Lopreiato Joseph O. , King Heidi , Hemmer Paul , Montgomery Michael , Gagarin Viktoria
Published: December 2023

Background
Teaching medical students the skills required to acquire, interpret, apply, and communicate clinical information is an integral part of medical education. A crucial aspect of this process involves providing students with feedback regarding the quality of their free-text clinical notes. The objective of this project is to assess the ability of ChatGPT 3.5 (ChatGPT) to score medical students’ free text history and physical notes.
Methods
This is a single institution, retrospective study. Standardized patients learned a prespecified clinical case and, acting as the patient, interacted with medical students. Each student wrote a free text history and physical note of their interaction. ChatGPT is a large language model (LLM). The students’ notes were scored independently by the standardized patients and ChatGPT using a prespecified scoring rubric that consisted of 85 case elements. The measure of accuracy was percent correct.
Results
The study population consisted of 168 first year medical students. There was a total of 14,280 scores. The standardized patient incorrect scoring rate (error) was 7.2% and the ChatGPT incorrect scoring rate was 1.0%. The ChatGPT error rate was 86% lower than the standardized patient error rate. The standardized patient mean incorrect scoring rate of 85 (SD 74) was significantly higher than the ChatGPT mean incorrect scoring rate of 12 (SD 11), p = 0.002.
Conclusions
ChatGPT had a significantly lower error rate than the standardized patients. This suggests that an LLM can be used to score medical students’ notes. Furthermore, it is expected that, in the near future, LLM programs will provide real time feedback to practicing physicians regarding their free text notes. Generative pretrained transformer artificial intelligence programs represent an important advance in medical education and in the practice of medicine.