bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Dureza de resinas de impressão 3D para base e dentes de prótese total após exposição a protocolos de higiene
Authors: Poker Beatriz de Camargo , Macedo Ana Paula , Oliveira Viviane de Cássia , Gonçalves Mariane , Silva Cláudia Helena Lovato da
Published: November 2023

A tecnologia digital (CAD/CAM) tem sido indicada para confecção de próteses totais por impressão 3D. Há na literatura, contudo, poucas evidências sobre a longevidade e as propriedades mecânicas das resinas impressas para base e dentes de prótese total frente a protocolos de higiene. Esse estudo comparou a microdureza knoop de resinas de impressão 3D para base e dentes de prótese total com a de resinas convencionais. Corpos de prova (n=10) foram confeccionados em resinas de impressão 3D (Makertech Labs) e convencional (Clássico e VIPI) para base e dentes. Eles foram submetidos aos protocolos de higiene: A – escovação e imersão em água, HS – escovação e imersão em hipoclorito de sódio 0,25% ou T – escovação e imersão em triclosan 0,15%.
THỰC HÀNH NUÔI DƯỠNG TRẺ 6-23 THÁNG TUỔI CỦA BÀ MẸ ĐƯA CON ĐẾN PHÒNG KHÁM - TƯ VẤN DINH DƯỠNG VÀ TIÊM CHỦNG, VIỆN ĐÀO TẠO Y HỌC DỰ PHÒNG VÀ Y TẾ CÔNG CỘNG
Authors: Phan Quốc Anh , Nguyễn Thị Hương Lan , Phạm Đức Minh
Published: November 2023

Mục tiêu: Mô tả thực hành nuôi dưỡng trẻ 6-23 tháng tuổi của bà mẹ đưa con đến Phòng khám - tư vấn dinh dưỡng và tiêm chủng, Viện Đào tạo Y học dự phòng và Y tế công cộng năm 2022-2023.
Phương pháp: Đây là một nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang, dữ liệu về thực hành nuôi dưỡng được thu thập từ 394 cặp bà mẹ và con của họ trong độ tuổi 6-23 tháng tuổi đến khám - tư vấn và tiêm chủng tại phòng khám trong thời gian từ tháng 1/2022 đến tháng 3/2023.
Kết quả: Tỷ lệ trẻ đang được bú mẹ là 31% và có sự khác biệt giữa các nhóm tuổi (p<0,001); Có sự khác biệt có ý nghĩa thống kê về số bữa ăn giữa các nhóm tuổi (p<0,001); Trẻ sử dụng đa dạng các nhóm thực phẩm như lương thực, sữa, nhóm trái cây rau củ khác và chất béo, tỷ lệ sử dụng bánh kẹo ngọt 43,9%; tỷ lệ sử dụng gia vị 62,4%.
Kết luận: Tỷ lệ trẻ đang được bú mẹ còn thấp, nhiều trẻ bú mẹ bằng bình có núm vú,trẻ ít được sử đụng da dạng nhóm thực phẩm như trứng, thịt, các loại hạt họ đậu.
TÌNH TRẠNG DINH DƯỠNG CỦA PHỤ NỮ CÓ THAI ĐẾN KHÁM TẠI BỆNH VIỆN PHỤ SẢN HÀ NỘI
Authors: Hồ Thu Thủy , Nguyễn Thị Hương Lan , Hoàng Thị Thảo Nghiên , Nguyễn Thị Thanh Tâm , Trần Văn Nhường
Published: November 2023

Mục tiêu: Mô tả một số đặc điểm về tình trạng dinh dưỡng của phụ nữ có thai 24 và 36 tuần đến khám tại Bệnh viện Phụ sản Hà Nội.
Phương pháp: Nghiên cứu cắt ngang, phỏng vấn 339 thai phụ đến khám tại Bệnh viện Phụ sản Hà Nội.
Kết quả: Tuổi trung bình của các thai phụ là 28,8 ± 4,8 tuổi, trong đó độ tuổi từ 25-35 tuổi chiếm khoảng 65,0% (n=220). Trước khi mang thai, tỷ lệ thừa cân (BMI ≥ 23 kg/m2) là 1,8% (n=6), tỷ lệ thiếu năng lượng trường diễn (BMI < 18,5 kg/m2) là 11,8% (n=40). Tỷ lệ thai phụ đến khám mang thai ở lần thứ hai cao hơn những thai phụ mang thai ở lần thứ nhất, lần lượt là 50,4% (n=171) và 47,8% (n=162). Tỷ lệ thai phụ thiếu năng lượng trường diễn trước mang thai tăng cân nặng đạt chuẩn là 22,5% (n= 9), số thai phụ có BMI bình thường tăng cân đạt chuẩn là 27,6% (n=16).
Kết luận:Tỷ lệ thiếu năng lượng trường diễn của phụ nữ trước khi có thai là 11,80%. Mức tăng cân trung bình của thai phụ là 11,5 ± 3,3 kg. Vì vậy,chúng tôi khuyến nghị cần coi tình trạng thiếu dinh dưỡng của phụ nữ trước khi mang thai là một vấn đề sức khỏe cộng đồng và tiếp tục thực hiện các biện pháp can thiệp để cải thiện tình trạng dinh dưỡng và vi chất dinh dưỡng của phụ nữ độ tuổi sinh đẻ.
ĐẶC ĐIỂM KHẨU PHẦN CỦA SINH VIÊN CHÍNH QUY NĂM THỨ NHẤT TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC Y DƯỢC THÁI BÌNH NĂM 2023
Authors: Nguyễn Trung Hiếu , Trần Khánh Thu , Vũ Duy Tùng
Published: November 2023

Mục tiêu nghiên cứu: Nhận xét một số đặc điểm khẩu phần của sinh viên chính quy năm thứ nhất trường Đại học Y Dược Thái Bình, mức độ đáp ứng nhu cầu khuyến nghị về hàm lượng các chất để đưa ra những khuyến nghị phù hợp.
Phương pháp nghiên cứu: Điều tra khẩu phần ăn 24 giờ trên 80 sinh viên chính quy năm thứ nhất thuộc ngành Y và ngành Dược đang học tại trường Đại học Y Dược Thái Bình.
Kết quả nghiên cứu: Giá trị trung bình năng lượng khẩu phần của sinh viên là 1714,1 ± 630,7 Kcal. Tỷ lệ các chất sinh năng lượng trong khẩu phần của SV là P : L : G = 16,2 : 30,7 : 52,8 (%). Tỷ lệ SV đạt nhu cầu khuyến nghị về năng lượng là 7,5%, trong đó tỷ lệ SV ngành Y đạt khuyến nghị là 10,0%, SV ngành Dược là 5,0%. Tỷ lệ SV đạt nhu cầu protein, lipid, glucid lần lượt là 45,0%, 25,0% và 2,5%. Tỷ lệ SV đạt nhu cầu khuyến nghị về vitamin B1 là 38,8%, vitamin C là 22,5%, kẽm là 31,3%.
Kết luận: Giá trị trung bình của các chất sinh năng lượng trong khẩu phần và tỷ lệ đạt nhu cầu khuyến nghị của SV ngành Y hầu hết cao hơn SV ngành Dược.
KIẾN THỨC CHĂM SÓC DINH DƯỠNG CỦA BÀ MẸ CÓ CON DƯỚI 5 TUỔI  MẮC BỆNH TIM BẨM SINH TẠI BỆNH VIỆN NHI THÁI BÌNH
Authors: Lê Thị Minh Tâm , Vũ Phong Túc
Published: November 2023

Mục tiêu: Mô tả kiến thức của các bà mẹ về chăm sóc dinh dưỡng trẻ dưới 5 tuổi mắc bệnh tim bẩm sinh.
Phương pháp: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang trên 102 bà mẹ về kiến thức chăm sóc dinh dưỡng cho trẻ dưới 5 tuổi mắc bệnh tim bẩm sinh tại Bệnh viện Nhi Thái Bình năm 2022-2023.
Kết quả: Bà mẹ có kiến thức chăm sóc dinh dưỡng trẻ mắc tim bẩm sinh còn nhiều hạn chế, chỉ 4,9% các bà mẹ có kiến thức tốt. Kiến thức của bà mẹ trong các lĩnh vực chăm sóc dinh dưỡng cho trẻ mắc tim bẩm sinh, gồm: các yếu tố quyết định tình trạng dinh dưỡng; dinh dưỡng cho trẻ; tình trạng thiếu máu thiếu sắt và hoạt động thể dục thể thao chiếm tỷ lệ lần lượt là 7,8%; 10,8%; 19,6% và 9,8%.
Kết luận: Kiến thức về chăm sóc dinh dưỡng trẻ mắc tim bẩm sinh của bà mẹ còn rất hạn chế cả về kiến thức chung và kiến thức trong 4 lĩnh vực chăm sóc trẻ: các yếu tố quyết định tình trạng dinh dưỡng, dinh dưỡng cho trẻ, tình trạng thiếu máu thiếu sắt, và  hoạt động thể dục thể thao.
HIỆU QUẢ HỖ TRỢ ĐIỀU TRỊ GIẢM LIPID MÁU CỦA VIÊN NANG KENU TM Ở NGƯỜI BỆNH TĂNG CHOLESTEROL MÁU
Authors: Lê Minh Hiếu , Phạm Ngọc Khai , Nguyễn Thị Tuyết Nhung , Trần Thị Nương
Published: November 2023

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá hiệu quả của viên nang Kenu TM trong hỗ trợ giảm lipid máu ở người bệnh tăng cholesterol máu.
Phương pháp: Thử nghiệm lâm sàng ngẫu nhiên có đối chứng, nhãn mở trên 487 người từ 30-79 tuổi có tăng cholesterol máu. Đối tượng nghiên cứu được chia làm hai nhóm: nhóm nguy cơ tim mạch cao (NCC) và nhóm nguy cơ tim mạch thấp (NCT) theo khuyến cáo của Hiệp hội Tim và Hiệp hội nghiên cứu và điều trị bệnh tim Hoa Kỳ 2018. Trong mỗi nhóm, người bệnh được phân ngẫu nhiên vào nhóm can thiệp và đối chứng. Nhóm can thiệp sử dụng viên nang Kenu TM trong 3 tháng.
Kết quả: Nhóm can thiệp, sau 3 tháng, nồng độ cholesterol máu giảm nhiều hơn so với nhóm đối chứng (nhóm NCT: 0,9±1,4 so với -0,1±1,9; NCC:0,9±1,4 so với 0,1±1,0 mmol/L), p < 0,05. Viên nang Kenu TM có tác dụng giảm số bệnh nhân tăng cholesterol máu 1,7 lần với RR(95%CI): 1,7(1,1-2,5) ở nhóm NCT và 2,6 lần với RR(95%CI): 2,6(1,6-4,3) ở nhóm NCC so với nhóm đối chứng. Nhóm can thiệp, sau 3 tháng, nồng độ triglyceride máu giảm nhiều hơn so với nhóm đối chứng (nhóm NCT: 1,2 ± 2,4 so với -0,8 ± 2,5; và NCC:1,5 ± 3,2 so với -0,7 ± 3,2 mmol/L), với p< 0,05.
Kết luận: Viên nang Kenu TM có thể có tác dụng hạ cholesterol, triglyceride máu sau 3 tháng.
ĐIỀU KIỆN CƠ SỞ VẬT CHẤT, TRANG THIẾT BỊ DỤNG CỤ TẠI MỘT SỐ BẾP ĂN TẬP THỂ KHU CÔNG NGHIỆP HUYỆN VIỆT YÊN TỈNH BẮC GIANG NĂM 2022
Authors: Trần Duy Hiển , Ninh Thị Nhung , Phạm Thi Dung , Phạm Thị Kiều Chinh
Published: November 2023

Nguy cơ ô nhiễm thực phẩm và ngộ độc thực phẩm tại bếp ăn tập thể (BATT) khu công  nghiệp (KCN) ngày càng gia tăng. Nghiên cứu này tiến hành nhằm đánh giá điều kiện cơ sở, trang thiết bị vật chất đảm bảo an toàn thực phẩm (ATTP) tại 80 bếp ăn tập thể khu công nghiệp huyện Việt Yên, tỉnh Bắc Giang năm 2022. Kết quả cho thấy tỷ lệ bếp ăn tập thể đạt điều kiện về cơ sở là 53,8%; đạt về điều kiện trang thiết bị, dụng cụ là 65,0%; đạt về điều kiện con người là 87,5%. Một số tiêu chí còn đạt thấp như tiêu chí có đủ thùng đựng rác thải, có nắp đậy, có lót túi đạt 61,2%; tiêu chí ghi chép lưu trữ thông tin truy suất nguồn gốc thực phẩm đạt 73,8%. Tỷ lệ các bếp ăn tập thể đạt điều kiện chung về vệ sinh an toàn thực phẩm còn thấp với 47,5%.
KONSEP ILMU FARDU AIN DAN FARDU KIFAYAH DAN KEPENTINGAN AMALANNYA DALAM KURIKULUM PENDIDIKAN ISLAM
Authors: Nugraha Mukhlas
Published: November 2023

Curriculum is the most important factor that influences the quality of an educational institution because it determines the achievements of the purposes and objectives of education in an institution. This article attempts to explain the significance of implementation of fard ain and fard kifayah in practice within the Islamic education curriculum. It explains the meaning and classifications of knowledge of fard ain and fard kifayah according to the scholars in the past and present. Furthermore, concepts related practising fard ain and fard kifayah, criteria of values and virtues in knowledge, the nature and objective of man’s life, and the dynamic nature of both fard ain and fard kifayah are also discussed.
EXPLORING THE RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF NON-MUSLIMS IN AN ISLAMIC STATE: A SHORT ANALYTICAL REVIEW
Authors: Idriz Mesut
Published: November 2023

The subject of Muslims and non-Muslims (dhimmis), and the rights and responsibilities of non-Muslims in a Muslim state in particular, have long been discussed as well as in some cases disputed among researchers and practitioners at various levels. In addition, the concerns related to the “conversion” and the “assimilation” of non-Muslims in a majority Muslim state or society are often unfortunately a cause of consternation among either groups in recent world history. Looking back to the history of Islamic civilisation, this short study aims to find out whether Muslims and non-Muslims lived in isolation from one another; would a non-Muslim be the neighbour of a Muslim from all levels such as an imam, a mudarris, or even a qadi; were all occupations open to non-Muslims such as artisans, craftsmen, cultivators, traders; were non-Muslims subjected to violence and oppression by the authorities and the masses of the Muslim world; did the Muslim courts protect non-Muslims’ rights against Muslims and the rich and powerful in particular. In answering such questions, this concise yet comprehensive study will be illustrating with the support of examples from the Muslim history by referring to the archival documents preserved in the Muslim world and the Ottoman court records in particular.
A CONCEPTUAL STUDY ON SHARI'AH COMPLIANCE ON RISK MITIGATION OF MS 1900-CERTIFIED COMPANIES
Authors: Mohamad Muhammad Hisyam , Mansor Fadillah
Published: November 2023

Essentially, sharīʿah is aimed at the realisation of benefits (tahqīq al-maṣāliḥ) for all mankind in this worldly life and the Hereafter. The realisation can be achieved either through promoting what is good and beneficial (jalb al-maṣlaḥaḥ); or preventing what is evil and harmful (dafʿ al-mafsadah). To achieve such an objective, man must abide by sharīʿah laws. Theoretically, practising Muslims will observe all sharīʿah requirements. Subsequently, this will result in quality performance in all aspects of life, be it spiritual, individual, social, intellectual and economic. Moreover, compliance to sharīʿah will not only result in quality performance but also will minimise the risk exposure of individuals and organisations. On the other hand, non-compliance with sharīʿah principles is a risk that could potentially give rise to negative effects on personal and institutional wellbeing. Using the analogy of positive relationship between sharīʿah compliance and risk mitigation, the article seeks to explore the relationship between the concept of sharīʿah compliance and risk mitigation. In order to make the analogy relevant with contemporary organisational management, the scope of study is narrowed down to the MS 1900-certified companies. This study is descriptive in nature involving review and analysis of academic works of other scholars and ISO documents.
Assessing the Efficacy of Test-Optional Policies in Enhancing Socio-Demographic Diversity in Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Cui Kai , Mei Liangchen , Du Changrong
Published: November 2023

This study offers a comprehensive analysis of the interplay between standardized testing and the burgeoning holistic admissions approach within higher education admissions. We systematically examine the inherent biases present in standardized tests—spanning economic, racial, linguistic, and cultural sectors—and their potential implications for widening socio-demographic disparities. Utilizing the University of California system as a case study, the paper contrasts this with the holistic admissions approach which endeavors to encapsulate a multifaceted perspective of prospective students by factoring in both academic milestones and personal narratives. While this approach emerges as a promising alternative, we also discuss its innate challenges, especially concerning ensuring objectivity and uniformity. By evaluating these methodologies within the contemporary admissions ecosystem, the study emphasizes the urgency for transformative admissions strategies that champion both diversity and equity. In the realm of higher education admissions, the efficacy and equity of standardized testing have long been subjects of contention. Initially designed to provide a uniform measure of student achievement, these tests are now under scrutiny for potentially perpetuating socio-demographic disparities. As institutions grapple with the implications of such biases, there’s a growing inclination towards more holistic admissions approaches that aim to capture the multifaceted nature of a student’s potential. This paper delves into the inherent challenges and biases of standardized tests, examines the nuances of the holistic admissions approach, and explores the interplay between the two in the modern admissions landscape.
Light Clock Behavior Explained via Relativistic Aberration of Light
Authors: Sfarti A.
Published: November 2023

In the following paper we explain the functionality of the light clock via the relativistic aberration of light. A second explanation, through relativistic speed composition will be provided. The behavior of the light clock is an important tool in explaining time dilation. This article is intended for educators teaching special relativity as well as for students.
Glutamic Acid Content of Rebon (Acetes sp.) Shrimp Paste Powder with the Addition of Tomato (lycopersicum esculentum) Concentrate Variants
Authors: Sumardianto  , Hafizhah Nahdah , Arifin Muhammad Hauzan , Susanto Eko , Purnamayati Lukita
Published: November 2023

Shrimp paste is a fermented food product made from shrimp with the addition of salt and other food additives. The use of salt with a high concentration result in a reduced taste of the shrimp paste so that the impression from consumers decreases. One way to maintain the umami flavor produced in shrimp paste is by using tomato concentrate which has a high glutamic acid content. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of tomato concentrate on the glutamic acid content of rebon shrimp paste. The research method used was experimental laboratories with a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) model using 4 concentration treatments, which are the addition of 0%; 10%; 20% and 30% tomato concentrate variants and 3 repetitions. Parametric data were analyzed using ANOVA and Honest Real Differences if significantly different. Non-parametric data were analyzed by Kruskal Wallis and Mann Whitney. The results showed that the addition of tomato concentrate variants gave a significantly different effect (p<5%) on the value of glutamic acid content, protein content, salt content, acidity (pH), color and organoleptic. The value of glutamic acid content of shrimp paste ranged between 23.77-39.09%. The protein content of shrimp paste ranged between 31.61-41.10%. Salt content of shrimp paste ranged between 22.26-18.78%. pH of shrimp paste ranged between 7.62-5.90%. Shrimp paste with the addition of 30% tomato concentrate produced the best glutamic acid content in this study because it had the highest glutamic acid content and improved the flavor of shrimp paste.
Taxonomic Morphology of Biting Midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae)
Authors: Singh Surbhi , Maheshwari Geeta , Nihal Insha
Published: November 2023

Ceratopogononidae is a family of small nematocerous flies ranging approximately 1 to 3mm in length. Ceratopogonidae which was previously categorised as a subfamily of Chironomidae is distinguised by the presence of its biting mouthparts. Ceratopogonids commonly known as biting midges are the vectors of numerous pathogens such as viruses, protozoans and nematodes. Hence its transmission has a great veterinary and medical importance. This family is divided into four subfamilies: Leptoconopinae, Forcipomyiinae, Dasyhilinae and Ceratopogoninae. The flies were collected with the help of aspirator, Diptera net and UV light trap. The collected specimens were preserved in the 70% ethanol and later dissected out with the help of Digital Motic Dissecting Binocular. Ceratopogonidae include widely diversified morphotaxanomic character describing various subgroups. This variable character which include colour pattern, sizes of the body, proportions of various morphological parts are not very reliable for taxonomic identification. The study found that the morphotaxanomic feature like external genitalia of male and female, armature and arrangement of wing venation are much more stable. There are several puzzling problems in the determination of disputed species, can be resolved on the basis of taxonomic characters of male and female genitalia. The present paper will resolve the problem related to plethora of taxonomic character with special reference to biting midges.
Participación ciudadana de adultos mayores en modernización estatal: Una revisión de la literatura
Authors: Rodríguez Caro Carmen Rosa , Ramos Granados Yessi Leidy , Gonzales Mercado Dieler Saul , Quezada Angeles José Luis
Published: November 2023

Este estudio busca analizar la red bibliométrica de la participación de adultos mayores en la modernización estatal entre 2014 y 2023, considerando criterios como año, país, revistas indexadas, tipo, metodología y conclusiones de las publicaciones internacionales. Este estudio revisa sistemáticamente la literatura en Scopus sobre la participación de adultos mayores en la modernización estatal de 2014 a 2023. Usando técnicas observacionales y retrospectivas, destaca tendencias, autores y regiones. La información se obtuvo en septiembre y octubre de 2023. Del 2014 al 2023, las publicaciones sobre la participación de adultos mayores en la modernización estatal crecieron, con un pico en 2023. De los 15 artículos de esa década, resaltan por su diversidad en revistas y perspectiva interdisciplinaria global. La mayoría son investigaciones originales de enfoque cualitativo descriptivo, y el tema ha tenido relevancia en ámbitos académicos. Se concluyó que los proyectos participativos son esenciales para el bienestar y necesitan flexibilidad. Los adultos mayores valoran la felicidad, cambiando la visión de la vejez. Las organizaciones "grassroots" fortalecen la salud comunitaria y la identidad. La gobernanza se enfoca en vivienda e innovación, mientras que la coproducción destaca el envejecimiento activo y promueve enfoques comunitarios.
Analisis Pengaruh Investasi Penanaman Modal Dalam Negeri, Belanja Pemerintah dan Konsumsi Rumah Tanggga Terhadap Tingkat Inflasi Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Barat
Authors: Sutriadi Enri Sutiawan  , Samawa Muhammad Rafi'i Sanjani
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui besarnya pengaruh investasi penanaman modal dalam negeri, belanja pemerintah, dan konsumsi rumah tangga terhadap tingkat inflasi nusa tenggara barat (NTB) tahun 2018-2021. Penelitian ini menggunakan regresi data panel yang terdiri dari 10 kabupaten di nusa tenggara barat (NTB) dengan menggunakan program eviews 12. Data yang digunakan adalah data sekunder yang bersumber dari website resmi badan pusat statistik (BPS) dan dinas penanaman modal dan pelayanan terpadu satu pintu (DPMPTSP) nusa tenggara barat (NTB) tahun 2018-2021. Estimasi yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah Random Effect Model (REM). Secara keseluruhan, hasil analisis regresi data panel dan uji hipotesis disimpulkan bahwa dalam penelitian ini secara simultan investasi penanaman modal dalam negeri, belanja pemerintah, dan konsumsi rumah tangga berpengaruh negatif dan tidak signifikan terhadap tingkat inflasi. Variabel investasi penanaman modal dalam negeri secara parsial berpengaruh negatif dan tidak signifikan terhadap tingkat inflasi. Variabel belanja pemerintah secara parsial berpengaruh negatif dan tidak signifikan terhadap tingkat inflasi. Dan variabel konsumsi rumah tangga secara parsial tidak berpengaruh dan tidak signifikan terhadap tingkat inflasi.
Pengaruh Kebijakan Pembinaan Keislaman Terhadap Kompetensi Profesionalisme Dosen Universitas Islam Riau
Authors: Musaddad Harahap  , Miftah Syarif  , Sholeh
Published: November 2023

Masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah pentingnya eksistensi dosen di perguruan tinggi. Banyak faktor yang menentukan keberhasilan pendidikan di perguruan tinggi, salah satunya adalah dosen yang profesional. Rumusan masalah penelitian adalah bagaimana pengaruh kebijakan pembinaan keislaman terhadap profesionalisme dosen Universitas Islam Riau. Asumsi awal sebelum dilakukan penelitian adalah terdapat pengaruh pembinaan keislaman terhadap terhadap profesionalisme dosen di Universitas Islam Riau. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif, instrument pengumpulan datanya adalah angket. Untuk analisis data menggunakan regresi linier sederhana. Setelah dilakukan riset maka ditemukan nilai signifikansi 0.02 < probabilitas 0.05, hal ini mengindikasikan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara kebijakan pembinaan keislaman terhadap profesionalisme dosen di Universitas Islam Riau. Pengaruh kebijakan pembinaan keislaman terhadap profesionalisme dosen  di Univeristas Islam memiliki pengaruh positif berdasarkan nilai b = angka koefisien 0.555. Besaran pengaruh antara kebijakan pembinaan keislaman terhadap profesionalisme dosen adalah 17.1%, sisanya sebesar 82.9% diprediksi dipengaruhi faktor-faktor lain. Sementara jika dilihat hubungan antara kedua variabel penelitian ini volumenya hanya pada level cukup kuat. Hal ini ditentukan berdasarkan nilai R sebesar 0.413, angka ini terletak pada rentang 0.40 – 0.599. Dengan demikian untuk meningkatkan profesionalisme dosen perlu sekali pimpinan untuk selalu mengadakan kegiatan-kegiatan keagamaan sehingga kesadaran keagamaan dosen tumbuh. Tumbuhnya kesadaran keagamaan dosen, secara teori akan dapat meningkatkan kinerja akademik mereka.
Kebijakan Kurikulum di Masa Pandemi
Authors: Emiliya Fatmawati
Published: November 2023

Pandemi di Indonesia masih berlangsung hingga sekarang, sudah hampir 2 tahun masyarakat Indonesia hidup berdampingan dengan virus covid-19. Melihat 2 tahun kebelakang banyak sekali sektor negara yang berubah, salah satunya yakni pendidikan. Tujuan pendidikan tentu sangat mulia yakni memanusiakan manusia. Yang berarti membantu peserta didik untuk kembali kepada fitrahnya serta membimbing peserta didik agar dapat menjalani kehidupan di masa depan. Tujuan tersebut telah dirancang dengan terstruktur dalam kurikulum. Pandemi turut berpengaruh terhadap kurikulum pada setiap jenjang pendidikan. Kebijakan kurikulum berubah menjadi desentralisasi sekolah. Yang berarti pihak sekolah diberikan kewenangan untuk membuat peraturan secara mandiri. Saat pandemi, kurikulum membebaskan setiap sekolah untuk melakukan proses pembelajaran baik itu tatap muka ataupun pembelajaran jarak jauh (pjj). Alasan ini didasari oleh luasnya wilayah Indonesia sehingga tidak semua daerah memiliki sinyal yang mendukung dalam proses pembelajaran. Adanya kebijakan kurikulum dimasa pandemi turut mendorong sekolah untuk meningkatkan mutu pembelajaran. Perubahan ini juga dipicu oleh tantangan pendidikan yang berbeda antara satu sekolah dengan yang lainnya. Karena itulah penulis membahas mengenai kebijakan kurikulum di masa pandemi. Tujuannya yakni memahami kurikulum secara menyeluruh baik itu konsep kurikulum, ruang lingkup, problematika kurikum di masa pandemi serta kebijakan kurikulum dan implemntasinya. Sedangkan metode yang digunakan adalah studi kepustakaan dengan pendekatan kualitatif
ANALISIS KEBIJAKAN PEMERINTAH TERHADAP KEEFEKTIFAN PEMBELAJARAN ONLINE DI SD NEGERI 118172 NORMARK (KOTAPINANG) PADA MASA PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Resmaya Nina
Published: November 2023

Masalah dalam  penelitian  ini  adalah kebijakan pemerintah terhadap efektivitas belajar online di SD pada masa pandemi covid-19. . Banyak faktor yang membuat kurang efektifnya pembelajaran online dikala masa pandemi . rumusan masalah penelitian ini adalah dampak covid-19 terhadap pembelajaran online di SD Normark, dampak covid-19 terhadap pelajar serta inovasi yang didapat dari pandemi covid-19 ini. Untuk mengetahui nya maka diadakanlah riset tentang analisis kebijakan pemerintah terhadap keefektifan pembelajaran online. Dampak covid-19 sangat dirasakan oleh pelajar di SD Negeri 118172 Normark (Kota Pinang). Tidak hanya pada sulitnya ekonomi dan pendidikan yang begitu rumit melalui sistem daring yang menggunakan paket data dan hp android. Masalah yang dihadapi pelajar saat belajar online adalah pelajar sulit berkonsultasi dengan guru untuk dapat memahamkan dan menerima penjelasan yang mendalam dari guru.
Effect of cactus pear mucilage as a moistening additive for corn grain silage
Authors: Eriberto Martins Dantas Ériton , Loiola Edvan Ricardo , Lopes Oliveira Ronaldo , Henrique Soares Mazza Pedro , Morais Pereira Filho José , Cavalcanti da Silva Filho Edson , Jácome de Araújo Marcos , Souza Miranda Rafael , Mauro Santos Edson , Rocha Bezerra Leilson , Rodrigues do Nascimento Romilda , Dos Santos Nascimento Keuven
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of different proportions of cactus pear mucilage as a moistening additive on chemical composition, ammonia nitrogen, volatile fatty acids, microbial dynamics, fermentation losses, pH, and aerobic stability of corn grains in the form of silage throughout storage periods. The study was carried out in a completely randomized design with a factorial arrangement (5×2), with four replications. The factors corresponded to five forms of moistening for corn grain silage, 0, 5, 10, 20, and 40% of cactus pear mucilage (MA) associated or not with urea (U) in the level of 1.5% of DM. The lowest DM content was found in the silage moistened with 40% of cactus pear mucilage, and the greatest CP content was found in the same treatment but when urea was added. Lower contents of propionic and butyric acids were observed in the silages moistened with 5 and 10% of cactus pear without and with the addition of urea. Dry matter recovery was higher in the treatments with water and 10% of cactus pear. The use of urea affected the LAB population only at 15 d of silo opening, providing a bigger population (6.58 logs CFU g-1) when compared to silages without urea (6.27 logs CFU g-1). The lower concentrations of propionic and butyric acids observed in the silage moistened with 5 and 10% of cactus pear mucilage, regardless of the addition of urea. However, it is recommended to use 10% of cactus pear mucilage without the addition of urea, as it provides better indicators of good-quality silage.
HISTÓRIA RECENTE DA EXPANSÃO DO ENSINO SUPERIOR NO BRASIL: 1990 A 2020
Authors: Garcia Léo Manoel Lopes da Silva , Gomes Raquel Salcedo , Lara Daiany Francisca
Published: November 2023

Brazilian higher education has its origins in an ingrained elitist tendency, serving a public from the highest social strata and with a tradition in higher education. However, there was a significant demand for progression in studies, putting pressure on the government to correct the gap between the supply of vacancies and the demand for higher education. Thus, several policies were aimed at democratizing this level of expansion. The present study seeks to carry out a survey and discussion about public policies aimed at the expansion of higher education implemented in the recent history of the country, since 1990. In order to obtain an understanding of how the current university structure in the country was conceived, and how its audience was characterized. This analysis was carried out through official documents available in the Official Gazette of the Union, as well as published by the responsible public entities. Also included are budgetary data from public transparency and statistical synopses from higher education educational censuses. It appears that the country's social inequalities are reflected in educational inequalities. In this way, public policies implemented aimed at mitigating such inequalities stand out. Faced with the difficulties of structuring the public system to absorb all high school graduates, private HEIs took better advantage of the public policies of that period and continued to expand.
Umgangsverweigerung des Kindes. Vorgaben der Rechtsprechung zur Berücksichtigung des Kindeswillens in familiengerichtlichen Entscheidungen im Rahmen der Regelung der Ausübung des Umgangsrechts
Authors: Ritter Sonja K. A.
Published: November 2023

Im Rahmen dieses Beitrags wird die einschlägige verfassungsrechtliche wie fachgerichtliche Rechtsprechung dahingehend auswertet, welche Hinweise die Rechtsprechung zur Berücksichtigung des Kindeswillens bereithält. Es wird auch der Frage nachgegangen, wie hinsichtlich Kontaktverweigerungen verfahren werden kann, die auf einem eigenen Erleben des Kindes und auf dessen Erfahrungen mit der umgangsberechtigten Mutter bzw. dem umgangsberechtigten Vater beruhen. Da es eine besondere Herausforderung für die Familienrichterschaft darstellt, aufgrund nur kurzer persönlicher Eindrücke über die Durchführung oder Nichtdurchführung von Umgangskontakten bei Umgangsablehnung des Kindes zu entscheiden, wird ergänzend auch auf außergerichtliche sozialpädagogische und psychologische Unterstützungsangebote eingegangen, die das Potential in sich tragen, dass Risiko einer unerkannt kindeswohlschädlichen Umgangsentscheidung abzumildern.
Kesediaan Remaja Untuk Berperan Aktif Dalam Program Pusat Informasi Dan Konseling Remaja (Pik-R)
Authors: Kustia Anggereni  , Nurlindawati  , Ichsan Trisutrisno
Published: November 2023

Based on data from the Central Statistic Agency (2022), the percentage of adolescents ages 20-24 who were married before 18 of age has decreased, from 10.5% in 2020 to 9.23% in 2022 in Indonesia but increased in DKI Jakarta, from 1,45% in 2020 to 4,68% in 2021. The PIK-R program is a program from, by, and for youth which was created to reduce the number of adolescent marriage cases. Hopefully, the risk caused by adolescent marriage can be avoided. So, this study aims to see the willingness of adolescents to play a role actively in this program before and after education about PIK-R is given. This study used a Quasi Experiment method without a control group with One Group Pre-Test and Post-Test approach. The data is primary data collected using a questionnaire instrument which is distributed to the respondent before and after the intervention is given. The analysis of this study uses Paired Samples T-Test. The samples of this study are 100 Students of the 3rd class majoring in office and accounting at Vocational School IP Yakin Jakarta with inclusion and exclusion criteria. The study results are that most of the students’ knowledge about PIK-R, their perspective that PIK-R is important, agreement that PIK-R is held in School, and their willingness to participate actively in the PIK-R program are increased after being given education about PIK-R. The conclusion is the willingness of people to accept and apply something new is needed for introduction, learning to be remembered, understood and then applied
A REVIEW OF THE MODERN TRENDS IN THE SURGICAL TREATMENT OF MALIGNANT BONE TUMORS IN CHILDHOOD
Authors: Patrikov Kircho
Published: November 2023

Osteogenic sarcoma is a primary bone tumor characterized by malignant cells producing osteoid matrix. Ewing's sarcoma is a rare highly malignant bone tumor and second in frequency after osteosarcoma in children. Current treatment of both entities is multidisciplinary and consists of preoperative chemotherapy (sometimes in combination with radiation therapy), surgery to remove the tumor, and postoperative chemotherapy. Surgical treatment takes the main place for local control with excision of the tumor from the affected limb, rotational plasty and limb salvage operations with subsequent reconstructions.Limb salvage surgeries allow limb preservation and functionality, and with long-term follow-up the survival rate could reach 90% in the first 10 years.
Alat Evaluasi Pengukuran Tingkat Walkability pada Kampus dan Area Sekitar Studi Kasus: 4 Universitas Negeri di Indonesia
Authors: Ulman Idris Muhammad Ikram
Published: November 2023

Sebagai salah satu negara berkembang, Indonesia memiliki bonus demografi dengan jumlah penduduk melebihi 250 juta jiwa. Namun kondisi ini menjadi tantangan tersendiri mengingat tingkat ketergantungan penduduk Indonesia terhadap penggunaan kendaraan bermotor pribadi sangat tinggi. Hal ini secara tidak langsung berdampak terhadap kurang aktifnya mobilitas aktif Masyarakat. Kurangnya pergerakan tubuh menyebabkan terjadinya peningkatan kasus obesitas. Penelitian ini mencoba untuk menjawab apa saja yang dibutuhkan warga untuk bisa meningkatkan keinginan berjalan kaki dalam jarak tempuh yang terjangkau untuk berjalan kaki dan mencoba membuat alat evaluasi terhadap kondisi jalan terhadap keinginan berjalan kaki Masyarakat. Metode yang digunakan yakni penyusunan kuisioner lalu kemudian menyusun alat evaluasi berdasarkan referensi dan jawaban kuisioner. Setelah alat evaluasi selesai disusun, dilakukan evaluasi terhadap setiap segmen jalan di lokasi penelitian. Hasil evaluasi kemudian ditampilkan dalam peta untuk menunjukkan secara spasial tingkat walkability dalam kampus dan area sekitar. Hasilnya tingkat walkability dalam kampus cenderung lebih baik jika dibandingkan dengan area sekitarnya.
Pengaruh Ekstrak Daun Kemangi (Ocimum santum L.) Terhadap pH Ikan Kembung
Authors: Nasution MHD. Fauzi , Nurtjahja Kiki , Rahmiati Rahmiati
Published: November 2023

Basil leaves contain secondary metabolites such as tannins, saponins, flavonoids and essential oils which have potential as antimicrobials. The aim of this study was to determine the ability of basil leaf extract as a natural preservative for mackerel. The study was conducted in vitro by observing the pH characteristics of mackerel treated with basil extract soaking for 4 and 8 hours with various concentrations of 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100%. The results showed that the physical quality of the samples during 4 hours of storage had the highest pH value at a concentration of 25%, namely pH 6.41, while at 8 hours of storage, the highest pH value was at a concentration of 100%, namely pH 7.47. The conclusion of the change in pH after soaking with the extract is included in the neutral category.
PENGARUH RASIO KEUANGAN TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN LABA PADA PERUSAHAAN SUB SEKTOR MAKANAN DAN MINUMAN YANG TERDAFTAR DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA TAHUN 2019-2021
Authors: Marlina Bahari Sheilla , Setyawan Supanji
Published: November 2023

Pengamatan ini bertujuan guna mengetahui dampak rasio keuangan bagi pertumbuhan laba di industri sub sektor makanan serta minuman dimana terdaftar di BEI tahun 2019-2021. Penelitian ini menggunakan empat variabel bebas serta sebuah variabel terikat. Rasio keuangan yang dipakai pada pengamatan ini antara lain rasio likuiditas (Current Ratio), rasio aktivitas (Total Assets Turnover), rasio leverage (Debt to Equity Ratio), dan rasio profitabilitas (Net Profit Margin). Jenis pengamatan yang dipakai yakni metode kuantitatif. Populasi pada pengamatan ini yakni industri makanan dan minuman yang ada pada BEI tahun 2019-2021 pada total 33 industri. Spesimen yang dipakai pada pengamatan ini yaitu sejumlah 12 industri makanan dan minuman yang selaras pada syarat pengambilan spesimen. Teknik analisis yang dipakai yakni analisis regresi linear berganda dan menggunakan bantuan program SPSS 24,0. Temuan pengamatan menampilkan bila dari keempat variabel yang digunakan hanya satu variabel yang berdampak bagi pertumbuhan laba, yakni variabel Total Assets Turnover (TATO),  namun Current Ratio (CR), Total Assets Turnover (TATO), Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), dan Net Profit Margin (NPM) berpengaruh bersama-sama bagi pertumbuhan keuntungan.
EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF CULTURE ON LANGUAGE LEARNING: HOW UNDERSTANDING CULTURAL CONTEXT AND VALUES CAN DEEPEN LANGUAGE ACQUISITION
Authors: Karlik Meryem
Published: November 2023

Language and culture are two intertwined elements that shape our understanding of the world. In the process of language learning, understanding the cultural context of a language can lead to a more comprehensive understanding of its nuances and intricacies. This article will delve into the crucial role of culture in language learning, highlighting how cultural values and beliefs influence language use and meaning. By exploring the interplay between language and culture, learners can gain a deeper appreciation of the language they are studying and become more proficient in their use of it. Through the lens of culture, this article aims to inspire learners to go beyond just learning the grammar and vocabulary of a language, and instead, to immerse themselves in the history, customs, and traditions of its speakers.
THE FUNCTIONS OF GODDESS LAKSHMI
Authors: Mansurovna Giyazova Bernora
Published: November 2023

Lakshmi is one of the most important deities in Hinduism. She is considered the household goddess, meaning she is the most important deity to families, is always present in the home and is worshiped daily. The purpose of this article is to study the functions of the Goddess Lakshmi, who plays an important role in Indian mythology and Hinduism.
ANALYSIS OF THE PSYCHE OF FEMALE CHARACTERS IN SUDHA MURTHY’S DOLLAR BAHU
Authors: Gupta Anjali , Mishra Tiwari Dr. Ruchi
Published: November 2023

This study explores the psyche of female characters in Sudha Murthy‟s 'Dollar Bahu.' 'Psyche' refers to the totality of elements forming the mind – all the elements that form a human mind are collectively called the psyche. To understand someone‟s psyche, we need to comprehend their thoughts, behavior, and personality. This paper aims to analyze the psyche of only the female characters in the novel 'Dollar Bahu.' Upon its publication, the book garnered significant success. Within its pages, Sudha Murthy skillfully portrays the Indian value system and family relationships. Sudha Murthy is a distinguished Indian writer who consistently addresses reallife incidents in her novels.
Arbeit für alle? Kosten und Verteilungswirkung einer Jobgarantie für Langzeitbeschäftigungslose in Österreich
Authors: Premrov Tamara , Geyer Leonard , Prinz Nicolas
Published: November 2023

Vor dem Hintergrund anhaltend hoher Langzeitbeschäftigungslosigkeit haben Jobgarantien seit einigen Jahren wieder vermehrt Aufmerksamkeit erregt. Als Beitrag zu der laufenden Debatte berechnet die vorliegende Studie mithilfe des Mikrosimulationsmodells EUROMOD die Nettokosten einer universellen Jobgarantie für Langzeitbeschäftigungslose in Österreich und den Effekt einer solchen Garantie auf Armut und Ungleichheit. Abhängig von der Höhe des in der Garantie gezahlten Bruttogehalts (1.500 € oder 1.700 €) und der angenommen Übergangswahrscheinlichkeit der Teilnehmenden in Beschäftigung betragen die monatlichen Nettokosten pro Person zwischen 451 und 703 €. Bei einem Bruttolohn von 1.500 € würde die Maßnahme die Zahl der armutsgefährdeten Personen um 77.100 senken und Einkommensungleichheit leicht reduzieren. Aus gesellschaftlicher Sicht würde die Garantie besonders Personengruppen, die stark von Langzeitbeschäftigungslosigkeit betroffen sind (Männer, ältere Menschen) helfen. Aus individueller Perspektive würden insbesondere Frauen, sehr junge Menschen, Familien und Mehrpersonenhaushalte ohne Kinder und tertiär Gebildete profitieren, da für diese Personen die Differenz zwischen der Höhe der Ersatzleistungen und dem Gehalt der Jobgarantie besonders groß ist. Die Ergebnisse legen nahe, dass eine universelle Jobgarantie für Langzeitbeschäftigungslose einen wichtigen und kostengünstigen Beitrag zur Förderung gesellschaftlicher Teilhabe und zur Reduzierung von Armut und Ungleichheit leisten kann.
Zum Theorem komparativer Kostenvorteile: Praktische Probleme der reinen Lehre
Authors: Helmedag Fritz
Published: November 2023

In Ricardos berühmter Veranschaulichung der Produktivitätssteigerung durch internationale Arbeitsteilung spezialisiert sich England auf die Tuchherstellung und Portugal auf den Weinanbau, obwohl dort beide Gütereinheiten einen geringeren Faktoreinsatz erfordern. Für einen im Vergleich zur Autarkie unveränderten Personalbestand ist jedoch offen, wie sich bei Handelsbilanzgleichgewicht der Ausstoßzuwachs auf die Länder verteilt. Das von Ricardo unterstellte reale Tauschverhältnis lässt sich zwar als Resultat dominanter Strategien interpretieren, widerspricht aber Fairnessüberlegungen. Sind hingegen die nationalen Reallohnsätze sowie die Profite als Repräsentanten der autonomen Nachfrage fixiert, verursacht die länderübergreifende Produktionskonzentration allenthalben Beschäftigungseinbußen. In diesem Licht ergibt sich wirtschaftspolitischer Handlungsbedarf, der über das Streben nach außenwirtschaftlichem Gleichgewicht hinausgeht.
Mindestlöhne und Beschäftigung: Eine Fallstudie der Fast-Food Branche in New Jersey und Pennsylvania
Authors: Card David , Krueger Alan B.
Published: November 2023

Am 1. April 1992 stieg der Mindestlohn in New Jersey von $4,25 auf $5,05 pro Stunde. Um die Auswirkungen dieser Änderung zu evaluieren, haben wir 10 Fast Food Restaurants in New Jersey und im östlichen Pennsylvania vor und nach der Erhöhung befragt. Vergleiche der Beschäftigtenzahlen in New Jersey und Pennsylvania (wo der Mindestlohn unverändert blieb) können eine einfache Abschätzung der Auswirkung von höheren Mindestlöhnen leisten. Wir vergleichen auch die Veränderungen der Beschäftigtenzahlen an Standorten in New Jersey, die schon zuvor höhere Gehälter bezahlten (über 5 Dollar) mit Veränderungen an Standorten mit niedrigeren Löhnen. Wir finden keinen Hinweis darauf, dass ein gestiegener Mindestlohn Beschäftigtenzahlen senken würde.
Dieser Artikel ist eine Übersetzung von Card, D./Krueger, A. B. (1994), Minimum Wages and Employment: A Case Study of the Fast Food Industry in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, American Economic Review 84/4, 772-793. Die Redaktion der Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft dankt dem Autor und der AER für die freundliche Genehmigung zur Übersetzung.
Inflation and counter-inflationary policy measures: The case of Spain
Authors: Uxó González Jorge
Published: November 2023

Like in other European countries, several supply shocks (bottlenecks related to the end of the pandemic, tensions in international gas and oil prices, and war in Ukraine) have led to a rise in the inflation rate in Spain since March 2021. This has been amplified by the functioning of energy markets, especially electricity, and price increases have spread progressively to other sectors. As a result, the forecast average inflation in 2022 is 8.5%, similar to the Eurozone average. Until August 2022, Spain had a year-on-year inflation rate above this average, but the trend has changed: in October, inflation fell by 3.4 pp in Spain, while it had risen by 1.6 pp in the monetary union. Spain was the economy with the second lowest inflation. The authorities have adopted significant measures to reduce inflation, especially in energy (capping gas in the electricity market, limiting the gas price for consumers in the regulated tariff, lowering indirect taxes, or discounts for vulnerable households) and public transport and housing rents. Other measures include transfers to the most affected households and economic sectors to offset the effects of inflation. Despite this, weak nominal wage growth and the pass-through by firms of higher costs to their prices (maintaining or increasing profit margins) are leading to an unequal distribution of the effects of inflation, which wage earners mainly bear. Changing this situation should be the focus of economic policy from now on.
Nachruf: Lina Zehetner (1953-2022)
Authors: Die WUG-Redaktion
Published: November 2023

Die Redaktion von Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft kommt der traurigen Aufgabe nach, über den Tod unserer langjährigen Setzerin Frau Lina Zehetner zu informieren. Frau Zehetner war seit 2012 für den Satz der Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft verantwortlich. Sie war mit ihren hohen handwerklichen Ansprüchen die Garantin für ein gelungenes Layout unserer Zeitschrift.
Sie hat uns mit ihrer Schnelligkeit und Flexibilität aus vielen terminlichen und grafischen Problemen geholfen. Mit viel Geduld hat sie jede neue Generation von Redakteur:innen über die Bedeutung von Laufweiten, Durchschüssen, Bogengrößen und anderen Geheimnissen der Setzer:innenkunst aufgeklärt. Bis zum Schluss hat sie ihre Arbeit mit großer Leidenschaft erledigt und wir werden ihre offene und freundliche Art sehr vermissen. Obwohl uns ihre schwere Erkrankung bekannt war, ist ihr Tod dennoch eine überraschende und traurige Nachricht.
Unsere Anteilnahme gilt ihrer Familie, Freund:innen und Bekannten.
How big was Brachiosaurus‘s forelimb?
Authors: Taylor Mike
Published: November 2023

In a new comment on an oldish post, Peter Adlam asked: I answered this in a followup comment, but because the answer involved a few nice images, I thought it ought to be promoted into a post of its own.  So here it is, in expanded form.
Publishers do not provide peer-review. We do.
Authors: Taylor Mike
Published: November 2023

I’ve had it up to here with this misconception.  I just read it yet again, this time in a letter to the editor of the New York Times in response to Michael Eisen’s recent piece in that paper on the RWA.  The letter says some good things, but then right in the middle we have this: This is just one more example of a pernicious and persistent assumption.
An astonishing new foolproof way to get funding for any science project
Authors: Taylor Mike
Published: November 2023

Original Research Article  Sauropod Vertebra Picture of the Week, Volume 6, Issue 8, January 2012, Pages 1-7.  Michael P. Taylor, Mathew J. Wedel, Darren Naish.
Ask SV-POW! #1: hollow bones and bitten verts
Authors: Wedel Matt
Published: November 2023

We’re starting the new year with a new feature, in which we answer questions that have come our way. We never had a policy about  not  answering questions, it’s just that previous ones have tended to arrive in the comments section and have been dealt with there. But suddenly in the last few days I’ve gotten two questions from extrabloggular sources, and rather than hide the replies I thought I’d make them available to all.
Tutorial 15: the bones of the sauropod skeleton
Authors: Taylor Mike
Published: November 2023

We should have done this long ago.  Back in the early tutorials, we covered skeletal details such as regions of the vertebral column, basic vertebral anatomy, pneumaticity and laminae, but we never started out with an overview of the sauropod skeleton. Time to fix that.  This is numbered as Tutorial 15 but you can think of it as Tutorial Zero if you prefer.
AN ALIEN IS COMING!
Authors: Taylor Mike
Published: November 2023

Re-posted with permission. Of course, these these days John is better known for this work on the evolution of musculature on the line to birds, tyrannosaur hindlimb mechanics, and elephant anatomy.  But it seems the world lost a promising novelist. [Originally posted on Twitter, by John.] See also:  Acaren and the Evil Wizards  .
Sideshow Collectibles Apatosaurus maquette, Part 5: posture
Authors: Wedel Matt
Published: November 2023

This  is the fifth in a series of posts reviewing the  Apatosaurus  maquette from Sideshow Collectibles. Other posts in the series are: Part 1: intro Part 2: the head Part 3: the neck Part 4: body, tail, limbs, base, and skull Part 6: texture and color Part 7: verdict There are really only a couple of interesting points to discuss for posture: the neck and the feet. The neck posture is fine.