bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Energy Saving in Wastewater Treatment Plant on the Environmental Sustainability of the Plant
Authors: Taner Çankaya Simge
Published: May 2024

Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) have significant function for the urban water management. However, they can consume large amount of energy for reducing the pollutant concentration in aquatic environments. In this work, the effect of energy saving in the selected wastewater treatment plant (before and after the energy saving revisions) on the environmental sustainability of the plant was investigated by life cycle assessment (LCA). Two situations were assessed comparatively: WWTP-1 (before energy saving) and WWTP-2 (after energy saving). Life cycle impacts were evaluated in terms of both mid-point and end-point impact categories by ReCiPe 2016 methodology. The results showed that contribution of electricity consumption in WWTP-2 significantly decreased in almost all mid-point impact categories compared with WWTP-1. Considering damage assessment, overall environmental burden of WWTP-2 was determined to be 36% lower than WWTP-1. It was also noted that in addition to electricity saving, the method chosen for sludge disposal was decisive in the environmental performance of the wastewater treatment plant.
ANALYZING COAL CONSUMPTION IN CHINA: FORECASTING WITH THE ECFGM(1, 1) MODEL AND A PERSPECTIVE ON THE FUTURE
Authors: Erdinç Ümmügülsüm , Bilgil Halis
Published: May 2024

The study analyzes coal consumption using the ECFGM(1, 1) model by utilizing time series data provided by the Statistical Review of World Energy for the years 2016-2019. The optimal α value, determined using the Brute Force Algorithm, is utilized to establish the model’s parameters and formulate the solution function. Subsequently, the model’s predictive accuracy is assessed using data from the years 2020-2022, with the resulting Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE) reflecting the model’s overall performance.
Therapeutic Effect of Astaxanthin on 5-Fluorouracil-Induced Ovarian Damage in Rats
Authors: Ayazoglu Demir Elif , Mentese Ahmet , Livaoglu Ayten , Türkmen Nihal , Demir Selim , Aliyazıcıoğlu Yüksel
Published: May 2024

Although astaxanthin (ASX) is one of the most studied antioxidant molecules, its curative effect against ovarian damage caused by 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) has not been demonstrated to date. It was therefore aimed to investigate whether ASX is therapeutic against 5-FU-induced ovotoxicity in this study. Rats were first exposed to 5-FU (100 mg/kg) and then treated ASX (250 μg/kg) for three days. Oxidative stress (OS), inflammation and apoptosis markers were determined using spectrophotometric methods. Ovarian tissues were also evaluated histologically. The levels of OS, inflammation and apoptosis biomarkers increased by 5-FU administration (p<0.05). Treatment with ASX significantly alleviated these markers (p<0.05). These findings reveal that ASX may exert an ovoprotective effect by reducing pro-inflammatory mediators and enhancing antioxidant status in ovarian tissue.
Defining a game-based learning proposal to work with teachers' professional wellbeing. The Teaching to Be video game
Authors: Merino-Cajaraville Alba , Ramírez-Moreno Carlos , García-Lázaro Irene , Reyes-de-Cózar Salvador
Published: May 2024

This chapter investigates the intersection of professional wellbeing among teaching staff and the potential of educational video games as a tool for improvement as part of the European Project “Teaching to Be”. A novel design model is proposed, rooted in interactive digital storytelling principles. The model is applied in the development of Teaching to Be: A Path to Wellbeing, a video game crafted specifically to enhance the professional wellbeing of educators. The study critically assesses the model’s strengths and weaknesses, offering insights into its applicability in educational game design. By examining the impact of Teaching to Be: A Path to Wellbeing, this research contributes to the growing discourse on the role of interactive digital storytelling in fostering positive outcomes for teaching professionals. The nuanced evaluation provides a foundation for refining future iterations of the model and offers practical considerations for those venturing into the realm of educational game design for teacher wellbeing. (DIPF/Orig.)
Translational and narrative epistemologies
Authors: Baker Mona , Ødemark John
Published: May 2024

This maiden issue of Encounters in translation is the first of two special issues on translational and narrative epistemologies. Contributors to both special issues were invited to reflect on the growing use of translation and narrative in a range of scholarly domains as tropes and lenses through which scholars in a variety of disciplines have attempted to reflect on their respective objects of enquiry, and on the interrelations between different kinds of knowledge. We attempt to situate the contributions to both issues within the broader context of the interdisciplinary study of narrative and translation. The broader discussion of these two key concepts is complemented by a brief account of the use of translation in two domains: Science and Technology Studies (focusing on Actor Network Theory) and medicine (focusing on the concept of Knowledge Translation).
The emergence of the non-Indigenous people: Confronting colonialism in the translation of Indigenous myths
Authors: Briggs Charles L.
Published: May 2024

What, to echo Walter Benjamin, is the task of the translator in interpreting an Indigenous myth? The author faced thorny issues of translation and colonial violence working with an Indigenous population in a Venezuelan rainforest. Renowned healer, storyteller, and political leader Santiago Rivera performed the myth of “The emergence of the non-Indigenous people”, framing it as not only addressed to the author but as being about him. The analysis begins with work by Indigenous scholars Chris Teuton, Cutcha Risling Baldy and Gerald Vizenor in interpreting an ironic section about how Indigenous people came to be poor and non-Indigenous people wealthy, interpreted by a missionary as evidence of an Indigenous inferiority complex. Rivera brilliantly posed fundamental questions for translating Indigenous myths, questioning who gets to determine what constitutes a myth and what a decolonial translation entails, by tying the myth’s action to struggles to confront non-Indigenous exploitation of their lands, coastal water, labour and women’s sexuality. Just as the performance challenged the author to participate in Indigenous struggles, it raises questions for the rich mythic analyses and decolonial ambitions of ‘ontological turn’ scholars Eduardo Viveiros de Castro and Philippe Descola, extending questions posed by Descola’s Araweté interlocutors. A synopsis of this article can be found here.
ASPECTS OF INTEGRATION OF SOCIALLY EXCLUDED GROUPS IN LATVIA
Authors: Kirila Kitija , Kaufmane Dace
Published: May 2024

The goal of the European Union is to reduce the risk of poverty and social exclusion. The risk of social exclusion involves various risk factors that adversely affect family life as well as everyday needs. Indirect discrimination also leads to social exclusion. In essence, social exclusion represents multidimensional marginalization that does not contribute to social integration policies aimed at creating an integrated and socially active society. French sociologist Emile Durkheim has already stressed that the inclusion and union of individuals are essential to maintaining social cohesion and preventing social exclusion. He also stressed the importance of social solidarity, which is linked to shared values, beliefs and norms in society and which can help to prevent social exclusion and promote social integration, and described the evolution of society from mechanical solidarity to organic solidarity. Social exclusion is a complex social and political problem, which is governed legally at the national and local levels, as there are socially excluded groups also in rural areas. The legislative framework was summarised using document analysis. A qualitative research approach was used to explore the manifestations of social exclusion and identify recommendations to address them. The research involved 11 semi-structured interviews with representatives of organisations working on the problems and integration of socially excluded groups. The research aims to identify the problems of and solutions to social exclusion in rural areas. The research has concluded that there are enough projects and programmes promoting wellbeing and social protection, yet the projects do not achieve the desired results in most cases. Based on the idea of social solidarity, today's society is more likely to cooperate, which indicates a more cohesive society and a willingness to seek help from responsible organisations.
THE EFFECT OF PERFORMANCE EXPECTANCY, PERCEIVED NEED, PERCEIVED VALUE AND PERCEIVED EASE OF USE ON PATIENT SATISFACTION AND CONTINUANCE INTENTION IN THE HALODOC TELEMEDICINE SERVICE APPLICATION IN JABODETABEK IN 2023
Authors: Stevani  , Bernarto Innocentius
Published: May 2024

Abstract. Telemedicine is a fast-growing solution in healthcare equity efforts, with the most widely used application in Indonesia is the Halodoc app. Despite its great potential, user satisfaction with this application can affect users' continuance intention in using it. This study aims to analyze the impact of performance expectancy, perceived need, perceived value, perceived ease of use, on patient satisfaction and continuance intention of using the Halodoc app. Data from online questionnaires filled in by 312 respondents were collected and analyzed by Structural Equation Modeling method using SmartPLS 4.0.The results showed that expectancy, perceived need, perceived value, and perceived ease of use influence patient satisfaction positively and significantly. Performance expectancy, perceived need, perceived value, perceived ease of use, and patient satisfaction influence continuance intention positively and significantly
 
Abstrak. Telemedis merupakan solusi yang berkembang pesat dalam upaya pemerataan layanan kesehatan, dengan aplikasi yang paling banyak digunakan di Indonesia adalah aplikasi Halodoc. Meskipun potensinya besar, kepuasan pengguna terhadap aplikasi ini dapat mempengaruhi niat pengguna untuk terus menggunakannya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh ekspektasi kinerja, persepsi kebutuhan, persepsi nilai, persepsi kemudahan penggunaan, terhadap kepuasan pasien dan niat untuk terus menggunakan aplikasi Halodoc. Data kuesioner online yang diisi oleh 312 responden dikumpulkan dan dianalisis dengan metode Structural Equation Modeling menggunakan SmartPLS 4.0. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ekspektasi, kebutuhan yang dirasakan, nilai yang dirasakan, dan persepsi kemudahan penggunaan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan pasien. Ekspektasi kinerja, kebutuhan yang dirasakan, nilai yang dirasakan, persepsi kemudahan penggunaan, dan kepuasan pasien mempengaruhi niat melanjutkan secara positif dan signifikan
ОЦІНКА ІНВЕСТИЦІЙНОГО ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ БУДІВЕЛЬНОЇ ГАЛУЗІ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Гавриляк Анатолій , Петрушка Тетяна , Гурський Святослав , Петришак Степан
Published: May 2024

Будівельна галузь України є однією з найбільш бюджетоутворюючою та водночас стратегічно важливою у розвитку національної економіки та розвитку соціальної інфраструктури країни. Сьогодні будівництво знаходиться у нестабільних умовах, що негативно впливає на фінансово-господарську діяльність будівельних підприємств. До того ж ситуацію ускладнює зниження інвестиційної привабливості будівельних проєктів у житловому та промисловому будівництві на відміну від об’єктів інфраструктури. В даній ситуації інвестори прагнуть оцінити потенційні ризики та можливості вкладення коштів у будівельні проекти для визначення очікуваних витрат та доходів від їх реалізації. Таким чином, можна стверджувати, що оцінка інвестиційного забезпечення будівельної галузі є актуальним питанням.
АНАЛІЗ ЗДОБУТИХ УРОКІВ ВЕДЕННЯ БОЙОВИХ ДІЙ АРТИЛЕРІЄЮ ПІД ЧАС ВІДСІЧІ ШИРОКОМАСШТАБНОЇ ЗБРОЙНОЇ АГРЕСІЇ РОСІЙСЬКОЇ ФЕДЕРАЦІЇ ПРОТИ УКРАЇНИ У 2022–2023 РОКАХ ЗА АСПЕКТОМ ОРГАНІЗАЦІЇ ТА ВЕДЕННЯ КОНТРВОГНЮ
Authors: Головченко Олег , Шевцов Роман , Полоз Олександр , Яриш Євген , Довгорук Віктор , Заїка Сергій
Published: May 2024

Виявлення закономірностей у практиці ведення воєнних дій, спроба їх раціонально осмислити і враховувати здобуті уроки збройних конфліктів минулого є суттю перманентного процесу наукового пізнання в теорії військового управління. Наукові результати, отримані в ході попередніх теоретичних досліджень, показують, що поряд з виконанням завдань вогневої підтримки на військові формування артилерії в операціях (діях) буде покладено завдання з ведення контрвогню. За результатами дослідження, проведеного методом аналізу, автори дійшли висновку, що на цей час у теорії та практиці ведення бойових дій артилерією існує ряд тенденцій, які визначають сучасні напрями розвитку організації та ведення контрвогню в операціях (діях). Встановлено, що одним зі способів максимізувати результативність контрвогню є комплексування вогневих підрозділів з безпілотними авіаційними комплексами. Основним способом бойових дій військових формувань артилерії противника були маневрено-вогневі і вичікувально-вогневі дії, для максимізації результативності яких противник у період ведення воєнних дій намагався створювати розвідувально-електронну вогневу систему.
АВТОМАТИЗОВАНИЙ ВІТРИЛЬНО-РУШІЙНИЙ КОМПЛЕКС − НОВІТНІ ВІТРИЛА НА "СТАРИХ" ЩОГЛАХ
Authors: Карпілов Олександр , Удолатій Вікторія , Сандлер Альберт
Published: May 2024

Для забезпечення навігаційної безпеки руху суден вітрильним рушіями необхідно ефективно керувати руховою установкою вітрила. Існуючі системи управління не повністю за своїми специфікаціями і технічними характеристиками відповідають завдання управління багатосекційними вітрильними рушіями. Можливості існуючих відомих систем обмежені в глибині визначення впливу навігаційних і метрологічних факторів. Пропонується інтеграція багатопараметричної розподіленої волоконно-оптичної вимірювальної мережі на основі оптичних волокон типу "Панда" до поверхонь вітрильного рушія, а також застосування для її побудови нових матеріалів.
ДО ПИТАННЯ СПРИЙНЯТТЯ СТУДЕНТАМИ ОТРИМАНИХ БАЛІВ ЯК НЕГАРМОНІЙНИХ
Authors: Шатілова Олександра
Published: May 2024

У 2021 році бажання підвищити отриманий на сесії бал виявив студент О. Чинне положення з оцінювання результатів навчання студентів [1] передбачало наступну систему: оцінка Е це 60-68 балів, D – 69-74 бали, C – 75-81 бал, B – 82-89 балів та A – 90-100 балів. Студент О. отримав 79 (С) та виявив бажання підвищити бал. Після проведеної бесіди з викладачем було виявлено, що студентові достатньо 80, що також відповідає оцінці С. Студент пояснив, що 80 балів краще (гармонійніше) за 79.
ПРОФІЛАКТИКА ВИНИКНЕННЯ РАКУ В СУЧАСНОМУ СВІТІ
Authors: Скакунов Максим , Суховєєва Анастасія , Старусева Вікторія
Published: May 2024

Значущість проблеми онкологій з кожним роком набуває все більших і більших обертів, але обізнаність людей з цією хворобою не зростає в такій самій прогресії як рак. Населення нашої планети менше звертає увагу на стан свого здоров’я, тому може захворіти на даний недуг, не підозрюючи, що могли б уникнути цього. В статті розповідається про те, що таке рак та яка його профілактика; як впливає паління, засмагання та продукти харчування на виникнення раку. Запропоновано елементарні методи профілактики цієї хвороби. Був наведений приклад із життя, для більшого розуміння цієї теми, а також найголовнішою нашою метою було ознайомити людей із самою хворобою, розповісти про те, як правильно дотримуватися профілактики повсякденно, а також відобразити на прикладі, чому так важлива профілактика і чому не потрібно зволікати, побачивши симптоми. Окрім того, у ході дослідження проведено соціальне опитування серед 90 осіб (80 жінок та 10 чоловіків), переважно віком від 18 до 25 років.
ОРГАНІЗАЦІЯ ІНДИВІДУАЛЬНОЇ ОЗДОРОВЧОЇ СИСТЕМИ ФАХІВЦЯ
Authors: Шепеленко Тетяна , Дорофєєва Тетяна , Гринько Віталій , Довженко Світлана , Сапегіна Ірина
Published: May 2024

Розробляючи індивідуальну оздоровчу систему, необхідно виходити з того, що людина має фізичне тіло та біоенергетичне поле. Невеликі навантаження або тривалі інтервали відпочинку між заняттями не приводять до появи оздоровчого ефекту. Занадто великі навантаження і короткі інтервали відпочинку між ними можуть привести до перевищення адаптаційних можливостей організму. Одним з основних питань при занятті фізичною підготовкою є вибір  відповідних навантажень. За ступенем впливу на організм в фізичній культурі розрізняють порогове, оптимальне, а також понаднормове навантаження.
Posterolateral Shear Fracture of the Capitellum Associated with Elbow Dislocation in Adolescent: A Case Report
Authors: Zouirech Yacine , Manni Abir , Rouijel Badr , Baoudi Ahmed El , Aqqaoui Loubna , Oubejja Houda , Zerhouni Hicham , Erraji Mounir , Ettaybi Fouad
Published: May 2024

Background: Posterolateral shear fractures of the capitellum are extremely rare in adolescents and are typically associated with elbow dislocations. The fracture fragment, involving the posterolateral part of the capitellum and mostly cartilaginous, makes diagnosis difficult. This report describes the case of an adolescent patient with a posterolateral shear fracture of the capitellum associated with elbow dislocation. Case presentation: A 13-year-old male presented with a left elbow injury following a fall, resulting in a posterolateral dislocation and associated fracture. After successful reduction, imaging confirmed a type I Hahn-Steinthal posterolateral shear capitellar fracture. Surgical treatment involved open reduction and internal fixation using 3 Kirschner wires (K-wires), with subsequent removal at 4 weeks postoperatively. At the 6-month follow-up, there were no signs of complications, and the patient had achieved a full range of motion. Conclusion: Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial in managing pediatric capitellum fractures, which can be distinct in children and adolescents. Selecting a treatment approach that restores articular congruity and joint stability while avoiding intraarticular fragments is paramount. Advanced imaging modalities, such as cross-sectional imaging, are crucial in determining the fracture pattern and guiding treatment decisions.
Generalized Seizure Following Lidocaine Injection for Elective Circumcision: A Case Report
Authors: Benquassmi Hafsa , Mosadik Ahlam , Elkoraichi Alae , Kettani Salma Ech-Cherif , Bentalha Aziza
Published: May 2024

Lidocaine as a local anesthetic is the most effective drug for preventing and managing the pain associated with circumcision. Adverse drug reactions reported with lidocaine use are usually moderate. However, severe complications have been reported. The potential reasons could be the needle must be placed in a small vein or the body's hypersensitivity to the lidocaine. The ability to quickly identify clinical symptoms can significantly impact the treatment process. In this article, we report a case of lidocaine-induced generalized seizure and leading to a status epilepticus in a 6-month-old boy requiring endotracheal intubation.
Detection of Blood Cancer Cells using Microscopic Image
Authors: Kirubakaran J. , Vedhanath P. , Lakshman P. , Ashok Y. Surya
Published: May 2024

For the automatic diagnosis and classification of leukemia and leukemoid reactions, the IDB2 (acute lymphoblastic leukemia-image database) dataset has been utilized. This paper focuses on an automated method to differentiate between leukemoid and leukemia reactions using images of blood smear. MobileNetV3 is employed to classify and count WBC types from segmented images. The BCCD (Blood Cell Count Detection) dataset, which contains 364 images of blood smear and 349 single WBC type images, has been used in this work. The image segmentation algorithm incorporates Fuzzy C-means clustering, the snake algorithm, and fusion rules. For classification, the VGG19 CNN (Convolutional Neural Network) architecture-based deep learning technique is implemented. Python and Google colab is used for designing and executing the algorithm respectively.
Cardiopatia reumática: Uma avaliação da incidência de internações e seus desafios para a saúde pública
Authors: Chitolina Bárbara Carvalho , Souza Romerito José Vieira de , Santana Amanda Henrique , Rosado Álvaro Batista , Vieira Lauren Machado , Brito Wandemario Lira de , Magalhães Lucas Henrique de , Soares Mariana Gonçalves Pereira , Lemos Iasmim Di Clara de Carvalho , Valente Marina dos Santos , Souza Ludimilia Henrique de , Figueira Kamylla Pessoa , Albernaz Fernanda França , Dias Julia Passos , Sousa Ana Letícia Milhomem Veiga de , Barroso Laura Beatriz Santos , Baiano Vanessa Cristina Barbosa , Dias Allan Xavier , Aragão Elane Frota
Published: May 2024

A internação por cardiopatia reumática é um tema de significativa importância na área da saúde, especialmente em regiões onde as condições socioeconômicas podem impactar o acesso a cuidados médicos adequados. A cardiopatia reumática é uma doença crônica, resultante de uma resposta imunológica anormal a uma infecção por estreptococos do grupo A, comumente associada à faringite estreptocócica não tratada. Esta condição pode levar a danos valvares e, em casos mais graves, à insuficiência cardíaca congestiva, exigindo frequentemente hospitalização para tratamento e monitoramento intensivos. A análise da incidência das internações hospitalares por cardiopatia reumática pode ajudar a identificar disparidades de saúde entre grupos populacionais, incluindo disparidades socioeconômicas e geográficas. Dessa forma, o objetivo deste trabalho foi construir o perfil epidemiológico das internações causadas por cardiopatia reumática, no período de 2020 a 2023. Este é um estudo de séries temporais, que usou dados do Sistema de Informações Hospitalares (SIH) do DATASUS. Essa fonte abrangente oferece uma visão detalhada das internações causadas por cardiopatia reumática no Brasil. Através desse estudo, demostramos um aumento de 44% nas internações causadas por cardiopatia reumática no Brasil, com o sudeste sendo responsável pela maioria das internações e custos hospitalares. Além disso, identificamos que mulheres pardas, com idade entre 50 a 59 anos, foram as principais afetadas. As internações por cardiopatia reumática refletem não apenas os desafios clínicos enfrentados pelos pacientes, mas também as complexidades do sistema de saúde em atender às necessidades desses indivíduos. Embora tenhamos observado avanços na compreensão e no tratamento da cardiopatia reumática ao longo das últimas décadas, a persistência dessas internações destaca lacunas significativas na prevenção primária, diagnóstico precoce e acesso a cuidados de saúde adequados, especialmente em comunidades desfavorecidas.
ASPECTOS CLÍNICOS E EPIDEMIOLÓGICOS DA ESQUIZOFRENIA: UMA REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Soares Isadora Veras Araújo , Carvalho Marcela Rodrigues Nogueira , Sipauba Alana Jessyca Costa , Costa Amanda Cristina Barcelos de Carvalho da , Coutinho Juliana Régis Araújo , Sobrinho Andressa Aparecida Pereira
Published: May 2024

Apresenta-se uma revisão integrativa de literatura acerca do espectro da esquizofrenia, seus aspectos clínicos, epidemiológicos, bem como o impacto dessa condição na vida do indivíduo. A esquizofrenia é uma psicose crônica idiopática, aparentando ser um conjunto de diferentes doenças com sintomas que se assemelham e se sobrepõem. É caracterizada por distorções do pensamento, da percepção de si e da realidade externa. É uma síndrome de longa duração e de inicio precoce, associada a uma série de sintomas e sinais como alucinações, apatia, isolamento social e até suicídio. Tem origem multifatorial onde os fatores genéticos e ambientais parecem estar associados a um aumento no risco de desenvolver a doença. Utilizam-se critérios diagnósticos para definir o quadro, que pode coexistir com outras comorbidades. Há necessidade de uma equipe multidisciplinar para intervir na melhoria e na qualidade de vida dos pacientes, assim como um tratamento voltado para os vários aspectos que esse transtorno apresenta.
Analysis Types of Slang Word Found in Green Day Song Lyric Album
Authors: Ardiana I Made , Made Iwan Indrawan Jendra  , I Komang Sulatra
Published: May 2024

This study is entitled “An Analysis Types of Slang Word Found in Green Day Song Lyric Album”. The aim of this study is to identify the types of slang words that are found in the song lyrics of Green Day in the five albums: “1,039 Smoothed Out Slappy Hours” (1990), “Kerplunk !”(1991), “Dookie” (1994), “Father Of All..” (2020), and the last album “American Idiot” (2004). The method being used in this study is descriptive qualitative method and the technique  is observation technique. The theory used was found in  Kipfer and Chapman (2007). The study concludes that the secondary slang words are the only type that were found in the Green Day song lyrics
Figurative Language Found in “Wolf Town” Movie
Authors: Paulina Merlin  , Ida Ayu Putri Gita Ardiantari
Published: May 2024

Abstract
         This study entitled “figurative language found in “Wolf Town” movie. The purposes of this study are to identify the types of figurative language and to analyze the meaning of figurative language used in Wolf Town movie. This study used two theories. The first theory used in this research is proposed by Stanford (2003) and keraf (2009) which is used to find out types of figurative language used in Wolf Town movie. The second theory is proposed by keraf (2009) Which is used to find out the meaning of figurative language used in Wolf Town movie. The method used in collecting the data was observation method. The data of the movie were collected by downloading movie from the youtobe, watching the movie, listening and understanding the dialogue movie and taking note and classifying the data based on type’s figurative language. The data were analysed descriptively by using qualitative method. After analyzing the data, it was found that there are seven types of figurative language used in Wolf Town movie which consist of 1 simile (9%), 2 hyperbole (18%), 1 symbolism (9%), 1 sarcasm (9%), 4 repetition (37%), 1 cynicism (9%), and 1 allegory (9%). All of the figurative language have connotative meaning which implicitly deliver hidden messages and life values.
 
Keywords: figurative language, movie, figurative language meaning.
 
Abstrak
       Penelitian ini berjudul “figurative language found in “Wolf Town” movie”. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi jenis-jenis bahasa khiasan dan menganalisis makna bahasa khiasan di movie Wolf Town. Penelitian in menggunakan dua teori. Teori pertama dikemukakan oleh Stanford (2003) dan Keraf (2009) yang digunakan untuk mengetahui jenis-jenis Bahasa khiasan yang digunakan dalam movie Wolf Town. Teori kedua dikemukakan oleh Keraf (2009) yang digunakan untuk mengetahui makna makna bahasa khiasan yang digunakan dalam movie Wolf Town. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengumpulan data adalah metode observasi. Penulis mengumpulkan data skrip movie dengan mendownload movie dari youtobe, nonton movie, mendengarkan dan memahami dialog movie dan mencatat dan mengklasifikasi data, berdasarkan jenis bahasa khiasan. Penulis menganalisis data secara deskriptif dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif. Setelah menganalisis data, penulis menemukan bahwa ada tujuh jenis bahasa khiasan yang di temukan di movie Wolf Town yang terdiri dari 1 simile (9%), 2 hiperbola (18%), 1 simbolik (9%), 1 sarkasme (9%), 4 repetisi (37%), 1 sinisme (9%), dan 1 alegory (9%). Semua bahasa khiasan memiliki makna konotatif yang secara implisit menyampaikan pesan-pesan tersembunyi dan nilai-nilai kehidupan.
Exploring Parent Perceptions of Virtual Learning in School: Learning During a Pandemic
Authors: Cheung W. Catherine , Ostrosky Michaelene M , Chudzik Mia , O'Grady Courtney , Ackerman Alana , Perez Natalie , Smith Rebecca L.
Published: May 2024

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many schools were required to shift to virtual learning. Parents and students had to adapt to this sudden change in learning environments and many of their home lives also changed dramatically. Some families faced additional challenges in accessing virtual learning and in balancing their daily lives. The purpose of this study was to explore parent perceptions of virtual learning. Interviews were conducted with 20 parents of students who attended middle or high schools in underserved areas in one Midwestern US state in the summer of 2021. The majority of participants were between 36-45 years of age, and most participants identified as White (55% or n = 11), with 30% identifying as Black. Additionally, the majority of participants reported having a college degree (55%, n = 11). Nineteen parent participants were female (95%). Constant comparative analysis and emergent coding were used to analyze the data. The findings revealed that virtual learning impacted participants' daily routines, with participants sharing positive and negative aspects of their stress levels and their children's academic performance. Some parents reported less stress due to the flexibility afforded through virtual learning, whereas other parents noted an increase in their stress level as a result of having to assume extra responsibility for their children's school work. In addition, the majority of parents reported that virtual learning negatively impacted their children's mental health. Some parents of students with disabilities reported that their children had positive experiences with virtual learning. Implications for research and practice are discussed.
The Consumer Price Index and its Role in Influencing Exports, Food Imports, and the Local Output of the Jordanian Agricultural Sector
Authors: Adnan Thiabat , Reem Abdul Baqi , Manwa Al-Nabulsi , Ashraf Bataineh
Published: May 2024

Jordan is in the east of Asia, with 91971 km2 of land and water of 329 km2. The study examined the consumer price index as an independent factor and its impact on exports, food imports, and the agricultural sector’s local output as dependent factors in the Jordanian economy. The study took the period from 2006 to 2016 as a sufficient period for measurement, as the agricultural sector is important in the process of economic development, so it was necessary to study the factors affected by the process of changing the price structure represented in the index of the consumer price, as this factor is important in decision-making by businessmen and government alike. To express these variables, statistical measures had to be taken in the analysis, based on finding the simple linear regression of the dependent and independent factor by least squares and testing the estimated equation to avoid measurement errors. The relationship between the different variables influenced by the consumer price index, which the study was taken into, represents the column of this sector of production, export, and import. Under globalization, a country cannot be satisfied with its production and self-sufficiency. Still, there is an external world that carries out open international trade according to each country’s comparative advantage, and we believe that Jordan possesses this comparative advantage in the agricultural sector due to its land and work resources. Still, the circumstances surrounding the rise in prices affect this sector. As for the trade balance and Jordan’s entry into the International Trade Organization, the door has been opened for external work in intra-trade with external knowledge until the price increase affects the exported products’ prices. Imported goods can enter at lower prices, which affects the sector. The study found a strong direct relationship between the consumer price index and the agricultural sector’s domestic product, with the addition of economic justifications for these results and the study reached the results and recommendations, the most important of which was finding direct support for citizens in light of the conditions of rising prices and increasing immigrants.
INNOVATIVE APPLICATIONS OF COMPOSITE POLYMERS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Authors:   Chief technologist, founder of Polymer-Yug LLC 346720, Russian Federation, Rostov region, Aksai district, Aksai city, 19B Gagarina str, Russia, Gurenko Aleksandr Valeryevich
Published: May 2024

This article explores the use of composite polymers in the automotive industry, focusing on their advantages, challenges, and implications for the future development of vehicles. Composite polymers offer significant benefits, including lightweight structures, increased strength, corrosion resistance, and improved safety features. However, their widespread application faces challenges such as higher production costs. Despite these challenges, the potential of composite polymers to revolutionize automotive engineering remains promising, paving the way for lighter, safer, and more environmentally friendly vehicles.
Influence of hydroxamic acids comp on perovskite flotation performance.
Authors:   Mining Institute of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Kameneva Yulia S. , Chernousenko Elena V. ,   Mining Institute of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Mitrofanova Galina V. ,   Mining Institute of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: May 2024

On a sample of perovskite-bearing ore of the testing of reagents-collectors from the class of hydroxamic acids, differing in the structure of the hydrocarbon radical, was carried out. The reagents based on octanoic acid and acids of vegetable oils — coconut and tall oil — were considered. It is shown that in the alkaline pH range the rough flotation is more active, and a considerable amount of gangue minerals is transferred to the froth product. Strong attachment of the collector on all minerals determines low efficiency of re-cleaning operations in alkaline conditions. The optimum pH of flotation is pH = 6.2–6.5. Increase in the length of hydrocarbon radical above 10 carbon atoms leads to a significant decrease in the selectivity of the collector action. Reagents based on coconut and tallic acids actively float both perovskite and gangue minerals. Of the reagents considered, octylhydroxamic acid is characterized by the most optimal flotation properties and provides obtaining perovskite concentrate with TiO2 ~49–50 %.
Analysis of seasonal events changes of Lapland State Nature Reserve coniferous species and their relations to climate factors.
Authors:   Institute of North industrial Ecology Problems of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ryabov Nickolay S. , Zanuzdayeva Natalia V. ,   Lapland State Nature Biosphere Reserve, Isaeva Ludmila G. ,   Institute of North industrial Ecology Problems of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: May 2024

The temperature regime for 29 years (1994–2022) at the weather station of Monchegorsk City is characterized. The average dates of onset of 9 phenological phases in pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) and spruce (Picea obovata Ledeb.)are given; for the period under consideration, significant trends were found only for several phenological phases of spruce. When comparing the dates of the phenophases "beginning of needle unfolding" for spruce and "beginning of flowering" for pine for the period from 2013 to 2022 with the dates of the period from 1964 to 1972, significant shifts towards earlier onset of these phenophases (by 10 and 8 days, respectively) were found. Correlations with mean monthly air temperatures were determined for nine phenophases for pine and spruce, and a high dependence of the onset of a number of phenological phases on temperatures in May for spruce and June for pine was revealed.
Assessment of sowing qualities of seeds and seasonal development of perennial herbal plants introduced at the Polar-Alpine Botanical Garden-Institute.
Authors:   Avrorin Polar-Alpine Botanical Garden-Institute of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Trostenyuk Nadezhda N. , Svyatkovskaya Ekaterina A. ,   Avrorin Polar-Alpine Botanical Garden-Institute of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Saltan Natalia V. ,   Avrorin Polar-Alpine Botanical Garden-Institute of the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: May 2024

The study investigated the phenorhythms and sowing qualities of seeds from eight herbaceous perennial plant species (Arnica unalaschcensis, Aster bellidiastrum, Cirsium spinosissimum, Doronicum glaciale, Erigeron glacialis,Geum rhodopeum, G. virginianum and Rheum tataricum) introduced in Polar-Alpine Botanic Garden-Institute.Aster bellidiastrum, Doronicum glaciale, and Erigeron glacialis exhibited the earliest seed ripening, while Arnica unalaschcensis, and Rheum tataricum displayed a somewhat delayed ripening process. Notably, these species demonstrated high laboratory germination rates ranging from 92 % to 100 %, indicating their successful adaptation to the local environmental conditions. Conversely, Cirsium spinosissimum exhibited an extended period of seed maturation, with a lower germination rate of 37 %.
Environmental readiness of industrial companies in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) and the impact of changing external conditions on corporate environmental policy.
Authors:   Arctic Research Center of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Krasilnikova Nadezhda A. , Neustroeva Aiza B. ,   Arctic Research Center of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Sosin Vladimir V. ,   Arctic Research Center of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)
Published: May 2024

The purpose of the work is to identify assessments of the readiness of industrial enterprises of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) to the conditions of post-Covid external shocks and sanctions pressure, as well as the impact of these conditions on corporate environmental policy. As a result of the study, an expert assessment was obtained on a fairly high level of environmental maturity of industrial enterprises of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), expressed in the presence of environmental management systems, not a high level of adaptation to crisis conditions associated with the uncertainty of the external environment and the delayed reaction of environmental management, not the uncertainty of the external environment. The reaction to uncertainty regarding changes in corporate environmental policy is associated with the postponement and reduction of the volume of implementation of environmental activities, and as adaptation measures, a softening of the environmental industrial policy of the Russian Federation is expected.
THE FOURTH OFFICIAL LANGUAGE IN SWITZERLAND - PAST AND PRESENT
Authors: GERGINOVA Zlatka
Published: May 2024

The article examines the Rhaeto-Romance language ("Bündnerromansch", "Romansch") as part of the linguistic diversity in the Swiss Confederation, which has reached the status of an official language in the country, although it is currently spoken by less than one per cent of its population. An overview of the history of today's canton Graubünden - a mountainous region where Rhaeto-Romance is mainly used – is reviewed. Attention is drawn to Peider Lansel's struggle to assert and preserve the language; the role of Lia Rumantscha organization for its recognition as the fourth national language in the past, and today - for the spread of Rhaeto-Romance culture through education, promotion of the spoken and written language, support and coordination of projects of regional Romansh associations. A brief statistical report shows the percentage of the population in the state using this language as the main one. Several major dialects of Romansch are briefly considered, from which the common written language of Rhaeto-Romance developed, called Rumantsch Grischun; the role of music, television and radio in its dissemination and preservation; its promotion activities, such as publishing books and textbooks, efforts to establish it as a first language in its distribution areas.
NEW WAYS OF SOCIAL WRITING. BULGARIAN SHORT STORIES OF THE 2010’s
Authors: KIROVA Milena
Published: May 2024

When the second decade of the 21st century began, there was an upheaval in the writing of short stories in Bulgarian literature, comparable to the upheaval of the novel in the beginning of the same century. Many different approaches existed simultaneously, among which the traditionally realistic, the postmodern, and the fantastic approach could be observed. The focus of the article is on short stories dealing with some ongoing problems of Bulgarian society, thus considering approaches relevant to them. Especially popular in the first years of the second decade was the urban theme, most often associated with Sofia, and presented in stories of the type called "express literature". The article compares these stories with social novels published in the first decade and points out the differences as well as the similarities they bear, especially in the combination of literary with non-literary discourses. In the middle of the decade, short story writing declined, or at least it seemed so according to the literary criticism of that time. However, the article demonstrates exactly the opposite. The desire to write about social problems existing in real life increased, only with new poetic means, which are summarized and defined here using numerous literary examples.
RESEARCH ON THE USE OF NON-INFLECTIVE FORMS OF THE VERB BY THE STUDENTS OF GJAKOVA
Authors: DOLI-KRYEZIU Sindorela , REXHA-PRUTHI Elinda
Published: May 2024

We know that the Albanian language has simple forms of the verb, such as: participle, transitive, past participle, negative, which are then divided into two groups. What piqued our interest about the non-elaborated forms, are the syntactic functional forms of the use of the infinitive in particular (among others), in the essays of students at the Faculty of Education in Gjakova.If we look and analyze the first documents written in Albanian, it is noticeable that the infinitive was very commonly used, even when looking at its phonetic and morphological aspect. Therefore, this formal structure of the infinitive is quite disputable considering its antiquity in our language. In addition to the infinitive, we also have the participle, to which the auxiliary verbs “be” and “have” have been added, we also see that in the essays of our students the syncope is used in most of their writings, without overlooking the apocope. We also have the conjunctive, which shows an action that accompanies or follows the action shown by using another verb, which is also quite utilized in our students' essays. As well as the negative infinitive form, which is formed by placing the word with a negative meaning –pa, before the participle of the verb, which can also be expressed with the negative participle -nuk or -s'. We will present all of this in our research, where we will then show the changes that the formal structure has undergone, be it phonetic, morphological or syntactic, which leaves a lot of room to discuss their linguistic antiquity.
LANGUAGE BARRIERS IN LEARNING ENGLISH FOR YOUTH ALBANIAN IMMIGRANTS IN ENGLAND
Authors: JANI Greta , CELAJ Doliana
Published: May 2024

The emigration of Albanians to England has increased significantly in recent years, making the role of using and learning the English language decisive, especially for the Albanian youths who attend school. The purpose of studying the English language encompasses various aspects such as education, economics, social integration, and more. This study explores the language barriers young immigrant Albanians face in England when learning English, as well as the unique factors that influence their experiences in school. The study involved the observation of 75 Albanian youths, 30 males and 45 females. The problems caused by mastering the mother tongue are related to grammar, vocabulary, and articulation. Given the connections between culture, language, and individuality, cultural concerns emphasise how crucial it is to include different cultures in the classroom. The study suggests educational approaches, such as bilingual classes, to address language barriers and promote fluency in Albanian and English. Adding Albanian social aspects to culturally sensitive curriculum and teaching is recommended to improve student interaction and foster a sense of belonging. The study recommends teacher preparation courses that emphasise barriers to linguistic and cultural sensitivity, to improve the capacity of teachers to deal with particular issues. The research suggests a comprehensive, collaborative strategy that combines educators, communities, and legislators to create a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere for successful language learning in English through the skills and social inclusion of Albanian youth immigrants.
AN ORIGINAL AND SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENT IN THE FIELD OF PHILOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SHUMEN
Authors: ILIEVA Lilia
Published: May 2024

ОРИГИНАЛНО И СЕРИОЗНО ПОСТИЖЕНИЕ НА ФИЛОЛОГИЯТА В ШУМЕНСКИЯ УНИВЕРСИТЕТ

(Николова, Надка, Иванова, Диана, Вачкова, Кина, Салим, Мийрям. Писмовниците на Българското възраждане като източник за формирането и функционирането на книжовния език. Т. 1-2, Шумен: УИ „Епископ Константин Преславски“, 338 с., 363 с. ISBN 978-619-201-701-9, ISBN 978-619-201-702-6)
AVALENT AND MONOVALENT VERBS IN THE ALBANIAN LANGUAGE
Authors: BINAJ EJUPI Kadire
Published: May 2024

This paper examines avalent and monovalent verbs in the Albanian language and the clause patterns generated with such verbs. Avalent verbs do not select any complement , whereas monovalent verbs require a complement to form the minimal structure of a clause and convey their intended meaning. In Albanian, the classification of verbs by valence is often explained on the basis of their transitivity and their ability to take a subject. However, while transitivity may sometimes suggest a verb's valence, these two classifications should not be equated due to distinct criteria. In Albanian, for example, the number of intransitive verbs significantly exceeds the number of monovalent verbs: all monovalent verbs are intransitive, but not all intransitive verbs are monovalent. This paper aims to clarify the classification criteria and to describe avalent and monovalent verbs; that is, the clause patterns they generate. A comprehensive corpus has been built for this purpose, in which all such verbs and the types of complements they take have been identified and analyzed according to functional, syntactic, and semantic criteria.
A REMARKABLE STUDY OF THE DUBITATIVE IN THE BULGARIAN LANGUAGE
Authors: BUROV Stoyan
Published: May 2024

ЗАБЕЛЕЖИТЕЛНО ИЗСЛЕДВАНЕ НА ДУБИТАТИВА В БЪЛГАРСКИЯ ЕЗИК

(Алексова, Красимира. Дубитативът в съвременния български език. София: Университетско издателство „Св. Климент Охридски“, 2023. 430 стр. ISBN 978-619-7433-68-5)