bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Analysis of English Writing Errors of Freshmen Students’ Essays: The Case of ‘Aleksandër Moisiu’ University
Authors: Enesi Miranda , Trifoni Anisa
Published: July 2023

One of the most important elements of English language is the writing skill. It is a competence which human beings are not born with; on the contrary, it is learnt with practice and experience. In this respect, the focus must be on the hard work of English instructors, who deal painstakingly with the four skills, emphasizing writing, by means of comments, advice, explanations etc. In Albanian Educational system, foreign languages are given a considerable space. In high school students study up to two foreign languages. In ‘Aleksandër Moisiu’ University, apart from the courses that are related to the students’ profile of study, a specific importance is given to English Language as well, which helps to enhance their English Language competences. This leads us to believe that students’ progress in English is satisfactory; however, this is not always the case with all the skills. Even though students are very good at listening and speaking, when it comes to writing, many of them have serious problems, which are noticed while analyzing their written work. In this respect, this study aims to explore and analyze students’ errors through the procedure of error analysis. More specifically, a sample of 100 short essays of our freshmen students from different branches of study have been analyzed with this purpose in mind. This article analyses the types of errors and their frequency of occurrence in English language writing. Based on the research analysis, it was concluded that the mechanical errors, verb tense errors, preposition errors and to some degree article errors, resulted to be more problematic than the other categories. The importance of identifying and analyzing errors is to give English lecturers feedback on the effectiveness of their teaching techniques, information on what is to be reviewed and further notice on what parts of the syllabus need modification. Making errors is an essential part of learning and English teachers should view them from the perspective of improving their teaching approaches and techniques. Keywords: error, error analysis, grammatical mistakes, language learning
Birth Order Differences and Overall Adjustment among First Year Undergraduate Students in One Selected University
Authors: Aloka Peter JO
Published: July 2023

The study examined the effect of birth order differences on adjustment among first year undergraduate students in one selected university in Kenya. A cross-sectional survey research design was adopted. The sample size comprised 213 first year students selected using both stratified and simple random sampling techniques. The adjustment questionnaire was used to collect data. The inferential statistics such as Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Tukey’s post hoc tests were used to analyze data. The ANOVA results indicate a significant effect, [F (5, 207)=8.279, p=0.000], of order of birth of first year students on their level of overall adjustment. The Tukey’s HSD Post Hoc test results indicate that 1st born students presented a significantly higher overall adjustment compared to the rest. The study recommends that staff at university counseling centers should develop specific orientation programmes to enhance the adjustment of first year students who occupy later orders of births in their families apart from first born students. Keywords: birth order, overall adjustment, first year, undergraduate students, university
La curva catenaria como forma natural y su emergencia en la arquitectura
Authors: Gescovich Gabriela , Vedoya Daniel Edgardo
Published: July 2023

El presente artículo constituye una sintética investigación sobre la curva catenaria. Se parte de la definición formal y deducción matemática correspondiente a su ecuación, siguiendo con sus manifestaciones como forma natural en seres y fenómenos de la naturaleza, destacando su propiedad fundamental relacionada con la estabilidad de la curva invertida. Finalmente se retoma algunas de las obras de Rober Gaudí para resaltar su importancia en los procesos de diseño arquitectónico y calculo estructural.
La utilización de materiales industrializados en la vivienda rural de la Quebrada de Humahuaca
Authors: Zárate Mariana Estela , Linares Julio Ernesto
Published: July 2023

El presente artículo aborda los cambios producidos en la concepción y construcción de la vivienda rural de Quebrada de Humahuaca con la creciente incorporación de materiales industrializados, en detrimento de materiales locales y la pérdida de saberes constructivos tradicionales. 

Se describe el sector de estudio, el acceso a la tierra y las características de la vivienda rural. Se menciona al adobe como componente principal de la envolvente de la vivienda, su comportamiento energético y ventajas ambientales de su utilización debido a la baja huella de carbono que implica su fabricación. Sin embargo, el ladrillo cerámico hueco y el bloque de hormigón son los materiales elegidos actualmente. 

Finalmente se plantea la necesidad de una mayor intervención estatal y de otras organizaciones, que promuevan la mejora de la vivienda rural con participación del habitante rural, diferenciándola de la vivienda urbana al diseñar políticas públicas habitacionales, generar conocimientos y garantizar la transferencia tecnológica.
Phenol Removal Using Granular Dead Anaerobic Sludge Permeable Reactive Barrier in a Simulated Groundwater Pilot Plant
Authors: Faisal Ayad Abdulhamza , Ali Ziad Tark Abd
Published: July 2023

This study investigates the performance of granular dead anaerobic sludge (GDAS) bio-sorbent as permeable reactive barrier in removing phenol from a simulated contaminated shallow groundwater. Batch tests have been performed to characterize the equilibrium sorption properties of the GDAS and sandy soil in phenol-containing aqueous solutions. The results of GDAS tests proved that the best values of operating parameters, which achieve the maximum removal efficiency of phenol (=85%), at equilibrium contact time (=3 hr), initial pH of the solution (=5), initial phenol concentration (=50 mg/l), GDAS dosage (=0.5 g/100 ml), and agitation speed (=250 rpm). Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) analysis proved that the carboxylic acid, aromatic, alkane, alcohol, and alkyl halides groups are responsible for the bio-sorption of phenol onto GDAS.A 2D advection-dispersion, solved numerically by computer solutions (COMSOL) Multiphysics 3.5a software which is based on the finite element method, has been used to simulate the equilibrium transport of phenol within groundwater. This model is taking into account the pollutant sorption onto the GDAS and sandy soil which is represented by Langmuir equation. Numerical and experimental results proved that the barrier plays a potential role in the restriction of the contaminant plume migration. Also, the barrier starts to saturate with contaminant as a function of the travel time. A good agreement between the predicted and experimental results was recognized with root mean squared error not exceeded the 0.055.
Solar Photocatalytic Degradation of Diuron in Aqueous Solution by TiO2
Authors: Mustafa Yasmen A. , Al-Jobouri Hussain Ali , Jaid Khalid M.
Published: July 2023

The solar photocatalytic degradation of diuron, which is one of the herbicides, has been studied by a solar pilot plant in heterogeneous solar photocatalysis with titanium dioxide. The pilot plant was made up of compound parabolic collectors specially designed for solar photocatalytic applications. The influence of different variables such as, H2O2 initial concentration, TiO2 initial concentration, and diuron initial concentration with their relationship to the degradation efficiency were studied. Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) found to increase the rate of diuron degradation. The best removal efficiency of heterogeneous solar photocatalytic TiO2 system was found to be 46.65 % and for heterogeneous solar photocatalytic TiO2/ H2O2 system was found to be 80.65 %. Based on these results, the solar photocatalytic degradation by TiO2/ H2O2 system could be a useful technology for the treatment of effluents containing diuron.
COMPUTER VIDEO GAME AS A MEANS OF TRAINING FUTURE PROFESSIONALS
Authors:   Saint Petersburg Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences, North-West Institute of Management – Branch of RANEPA Saint Petersburg, Russia, Tulupyeva Tatiana V. , Mavidi Pavel I. ,   North-West Institute of Management – Branch of RANEPA, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Published: July 2023

The paper deals with the transformation of pedagogical technologies used in the educational process in accordance with the requirements of the time and technological advances. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the possibilities of using computer video games in the system of training future professionals. The paper presents the types of computer video games, indicating in which educational areas they can be used, describes the successful practices of using games in the educational process, analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of gaming technology. The paper will be of interest to specialists in the field of professional education. Keywords: digital technologies
ETHNICITY IN AN OPEN INFORMATION SPACE
Authors:   Khabarovsk State University оf Economics and Law, Khabarovsk, Russia, Kim Alexander S. , Dovgopolov Egor Yu. ,   Center for the Study of Problems of Russian Law, Moscow, Russia
Published: July 2023

The article is devoted to the transformation of ethnicity as a social phenomenon in an open information space. The main social and political processes of change in ethnic space and communication are identified and analyzed. The logic of presentation leads to the conclusion that the phenomenon of ethnicity continues to retain its significance, as it is the basis for network communication, and its transformation is a manifestation of a global contradiction between cross-culturalism and the need for identification.
Codifiability and geographical proximity of supply networks in automotive industry
Authors: Yeung Godfrey
Published: July 2023

This methodological paper proposes two codifiability indicators to examine trade and manufacturing statistics and the spatial distribution of value-added manufacturing activities. Codifiability is defined as the level of documentation about the manufacturing processes of a product required to allow tasks to be replicated by other suppliers. First, the codifiability indicators allow researchers to examine products that are grouped under the same sub-product class in conventional statistics, but the manufacture of such products could involve vastly different technologies and thus the level of value-added. A proprietary database was used to delineate the supply networks of automakers in passenger vehicles and their major tier-I suppliers between 2000 and 2015. Second, codifiability allowed the researchers to unpack the spatial distribution of value-addedness of each supplier in the production network, as illustrated by the top two parts suppliers to the automotive industry, Bosch and Denso. The importance of codified standardized commodity parts with lower value-added in the continental European home market illustrates the importance of geographical proximity for Bosch, while the dominance of non-standardized service parts with lower level of codification and higher value-added in its exports to North America is also consistent with the ‘follow the customers’ process in the overseas market reported in the automotive industry. The relative importance of service parts with lower level of codifiability in Denso’s home market illustrates the division of labour with other cross-holding suppliers (especially Aisin and JTEKT) and thus the effects of the interlocking cross-holding of Japanese automobile and parts suppliers, which reconfirms the importance of cultural proximity in Asia’s (Japanese) supply networks.
Spa towns in Germany: Preferred moving locations for older people?
Authors: Diller Christian , Litmeyer Marie-Louise
Published: July 2023

From the available studies on the spatial patterns and causes of migration of older people, it can be assumed that the ‘wellness’ infrastructure is an important pull factor of places. In the absence of differentiated data on this infrastructure at the municipal level, this paper uses the variable ‘spa’ as a placeholder for this wellness infrastructure. It is assumed that health resorts offer special qualities of this infrastructure. This is reflected in a particularly positive population development of these places. However, the area-wide and at the same time spatially small-scale consideration of the population in two age groups over 50 years could not confirm this assumption. Only in some types of spa towns, such as the Baltic resorts, was the development in these age groups clearly above average. In some places, such as the North Sea islands and spa towns in the alpine upland and low mountains, there were even declines. The spa town status by itself is not sufficient to explain the attractive-ness of these places for higher age groups. This requires further analyses, especially of the infra-structure facilities, local recreational qualities, housing availability and the subjective motivations of the incoming people.
Marquez's Macondo as a Representation of the World and its Ecology
Authors: Gautam Lovish
Published: July 2023

The paper interprets Gabriel Garcia Marquez's seminal novel One Hundred Years of Solitude through the lens of Ecocriticism, and argues how Marquez disguises Macondo as an island to present the village as a world within itself and represents the world's ecosystem through it.
A Research on the Botanical Composition of Kükürtlü Neighborhood (Araklı/TRABZON)
Authors: BAYKAL Hüseyin , BAKOĞLU Adil , ÇATAL Muhammed İkbal
Published: July 2023

The study was carried out to determine the pasture status of Kükürtlü neighborhood in Araklı district of the city Trabzon. The plant samples of the study were collected in 2022. Lup method was used for specifying the vegetation data. A total of 53 taxa belonging to 44 genera and 24 families were identified in the study. Poaceae (6) and Fabaceae (4) are the richest families in the total number of taxa. The other families and taxa numbers are as follows; Apiaceae (1), Asparagaceae (3), Asteraceae (3), Boraginaceae (2), Brassicaceae (3), Caprifoliaceae (1), Caryophyllaceae (2), Ericaceae (1), Euphorbiaceae (1), Geraniaceae (2), Juncaceae (1), Lamiaceae (4), Plantaginaceae (2), Polygalaceae (2), Primulaceae (2), Ranunculus (1), Rosaceae (4), Rubiaceae (2), Scrophulariaceae (1), Orchidaceae (3), Urticaceae (1) and Violaceae (1). The status of the pasture was determined as "Poor" with a pasture quality degree of 2.01.
Implicit Coordination Dynamics: A Synchrony-based Study on Team Positioning and Performance in Competitive Dota 2
Authors: Habaraduwa Udesh , Blom Paris Mavromoustakos , Wiltshire Travis J.
Published: July 2023

The collective performance displayed by groups or teams, whether in solving complex problems or excelling in esports competitions, hinges on their coordination dynamics. While explicit coordination (e.g., verbal commands) and its affects on collective outcomes have been studied extensively, implicit coordination, especially in dynamic, fast-paced environments have been under investigated. In this study, we examine the competitive esport Dota 2 (D2) as a setting to explore within-team implicit coordination, which we model as player avatar movement synchrony. Utilizing the cluster phase method, we analyze spatio-temporal patterns of player movements to quantify implicit movement coordination. We observe a negative linear relationship between team movement synchrony and team performance in rank for D2 competitions across two tournaments. While some research suggests stronger coordination leads to favorable outcomes, we leverage our findings to discuss the complexity of team coordination, showcasing a delicate balance between specialization of individual team members and collective action. This study not only extends complex systems techniques used in physical sports to the rapidly evolving esports arena but also invites further exploration into the multidimensional nature of coordination in team-based activities.
Program Penerapan Teknologi Tepat Guna Pemberi Pakan Ikan Pada Kolam Ikan Lele Di Pondok Pesantren Markiz Daarul Qur’an Kecamatan Lipatkain Kabupaten Kampar Provinsi Riau
Authors: Safrianti Ery , Feranita  , Nurhalim  , Firdaus  , Hasyim Rosma Iswadi , Oktaviana Sari Linna , Yayan Sukma Dian
Published: July 2023

Budidaya ikan lele merupakan salah satu usaha di Pondok Pesantren Markiz Daarul Qur’an Kecamatan Lipat Kain, Kabupaten Kampar Kiri dengan tujuan untuk memenuhi kebutuhan sehari-hari bagi santri yang ada di pondok. Kegiatan utama pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah memanfaatkan teknologi tepat guna untuk pemberian pakan ikan lele di ponpes Markiz Daarul Qur’an sehingga kegiatan pemberian pakan ikan dapat diberikan secara teratur dan otomatis. Selain mempermudah dalam pemberian pakan juga mengurangi tingkat kanibalisme ikan lele, sehingga ikan lele dapat diproduksi dalam jumlah yang sama dengan padat tebarnya. Kegiatan ini dimulai dengan melakukan survei oleh tim pengabdian dan mahasiswa Kukerta. Kedatangan tim pengabdian disambut oleh pihak pesantren dan mengantar tim untuk melakukan pengecekan ke tempat kolam budidaya ikan lele yang menjadi tempat pemasangan alat teknologi tepat guna (TTG) pemberi pakan ikan otomatis. Kondisi kolam dalam keadaan baik. Padat tebar benih ikan lele yang dibudidayakan yaitu 750 ekor, dengan jadwal pemberian pakan pada tiga waktu yaitu, jam 07.00 WIB untuk pagi hari, jam 15.00 WIB untuk sore hari dan jam 21.00 WIB untuk malam hari. Penerapan TTG pemberian pakan ikan lele di ponpes ini secara tidak langsung telah membantu  biaya operasional dan penyelenggaraan pendidikan santrinya, karena kebanyakan berasal dari golongan masyarakat kurang mampu dan anak yatim dari berbagai usia.
Pengembangan Virtual Lab Menggunakan Animasi 3D di Sekolah Alam CEFA Islamic School Provinsi Riau
Authors: Andhi Rahmat Rizal , Candra Feri , Susilo Edi , Ramadhani Dian , Taufik Ali Irsan , Yudi Hadiwandra Tengku
Published: July 2023

Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat dilatar belakangi oleh pentingnya media pembelajaran virtual lab berbasis android pada materi suhu dan kalor. Tujuan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini untuk medeskripsikan tampilan media pembelajaran virtual lab berbasis android pada materi suhu dan kalor, menganalisis hasil uji validasi, dan kelayakan media. Metode Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Research and Development (R&D) dengan model ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Tampilan virtual lab terdiri dari delapan menu utama, yaitu splash screen, menu awal, kompetensi inti, kompetensi dasar, praktikum, glosarium, daftar pustaka, daftar isi. Virtual lab menyajikan praktikum suhu dan kalor yang berkaitan dengan kehidupan sehari-hari yang dilengkapi dengan animasi, gambar dan soal-soal. Kemudian pengguna harus mengisi pretest untuk mengetahui pemahaman awal, mengikuti serangkaian praktikum dan mengisi posttest untuk mengetahui pemahamannya. Informasi data peneliti dapat dilihat pada menu penyusun. Hasil uji validasi diperoleh dengan nilai rata-rata 89,32 %. Hasil uji kelayakan diperoleh nilai rata-rata 90,25 %. Berdasarkan hasil uji validasi dan kelayakan produk, virtual lab ini layak digunakan dalam proses pembelajaran.
Histomorphological patterns of skin adnexal tumours with an insight into molecular updates - A single institutional study
Authors: Kandasamy Sangeetha , Murugan Roopmala , Vasugi Gramani Arumugam , Gunasekaran Kumudhini Priya
Published: July 2023

Background: Skin adnexal tumors are a spectrum of benign and malignant tumors that differentiate toward or arise from the adnexal unit of the skin. These rare tumors pose a challenge in diagnosis, and often, a discrepancy is seen between clinical and histopathological diagnosis.
Materials and methods: This single institutional study was carried out among 36 patients who presented with swelling. An initial diagnosis was considered based on the clinical history followed by histopathological examination.
Results: Among the 36 patients, only 4 had malignant tumors. Among them, 3 had sebaceous differentiation, and 1 had apocrine and eccrine differentiation. Among the benign, 14 had follicular differentiation, 12 had apocrine and eccrine differentiation, and 6 had sebaceous differentiation. The clinic-pathological correlation was 65%.
Conclusions: An accurate diagnosis is not possible with just the clinical features. Histopathologic examination is considered the gold standard for diagnosis and categorization.
Tempo de heróis: três décadas da publicidade direcionada ao empreendedo
Authors: Fabris Carolina
Published: July 2023

Este livro parte do contexto das mudanças do capitalismo e das Políticas públicas brasileiras para entender como o empreendedor é destacado na sociedade atual. E, como com as mudanças da pandemia, passou a ter papel de herói da sociedade. Para isso, analisa mais de 100 anúncios destinados ao pequeno empreendedor das décadas de 1990, 2000, 2010 e 2020. Os resultados são um convite para entender as mudanças nas narrativas publicitárias, na história brasileira e no discurso para o Empreendedor através de sua jornada como herói no contexto brasileiro.
GAMBARAN KETERAMPILAN PSIKOSOSIAL REMAJA DI LEMBAGA PEMBINAAN KHUSUS ANAK
Authors: Penyami Yuniske , Angkasa Moh.Projo , Nofianto Norma
Published: July 2023

Latar belakang: Jumlah remaja yang berhadapan dengan hukum meningkat setiap tahunnya dankasus yang terjadi berkaitan erat dengan perkembangan psikososial. Kurangnya keterampilanpsikososial merupakan faktor risiko terjadinya masalah psikososial remaja. Salah satu upayapromotif dan preventif masalah psikososial remaja adalah pendidikan kesehatan. Secara umum,keterampilan psikososial yang baik akan berdampak pada kompetensi sosial yang baik dalamsubskala perilaku, emosional dan motivasi. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui gambaranpengetahuan, efikasi diri dan keterampilan psikososial remaja yang mengalami masalah sosial danberhadapan dengan hukum.Metode: Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif dengan rancangan survei. Rentangusia remaja dalam penelitian ini adalah 14-19 tahun yang 33 anak. Instrumen penelitian berbentukkuesioner pengetahuan, kuesioner efikasi diri dan lembar observasi yang dinilai oleh diri sendiri,teman sebaya serta petugas LPKA.Hasil: Rerata skor keterampilan psikososial baik dinilai oleh diri sendiri, petugas dan teman dekatadalah 31, 27. Remaja paling banyak tidak melakukan keterampilan mengontrol emosi dan berpikirkreatif. Remaja dapat melakukan keterampilan psikososial dengan bantuan orang lain palingbanyak yaitu keterampilan pengendalian emosi, pemecahan masalah, dan kesadaran diri. Remajapaling banyak dapat melakukan secara mandiri dalam keterampilan empati dan komunikasi efektif.Kesimpulan: Keterampilan psikososial remaja di LPKA memiliki tantangan dalam mengontrolemosi dan masalah berpikir kreatif dan paling bisa melakukan keterampilan sosial dengan baik.Kata kunci: keterampilan psikososial, remaja berhadapan dengan hukum, masalah sosial remaja
Role of functional foods in the management of diabetes mellitus: a concise review
Authors: Kayode Abolanle A. A. , Adebodun Great O. , Fabunmi Daniel I. , Kayode Omowumi T.
Published: July 2023

Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic conditions characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose and it has become a very common disease among individuals in the world at large today. The rate of incidence of diabetes, even in Nigeria, has risen drastically over the years. Different forms of treatment have been tried and used over the years, including insulin therapy and the use of various medications, although some of these medications are accompanied by side effects. Diabetes mellitus and related conditions have been stated to be treated effectively with several natural products. Functional foods are being utilized to prevent and manage diabetes mellitus because they contain antioxidant, anti- inflammatory, and insulin sensitivity potentials. Since oxidative stress, inflammation, and insulin resistance are associated with this disease, these foods can be effective in managing the disease. This review aimed to explain the modes of action of some of these functional foods in managing diabetes.Keywords: Diabetes mellitus, management, functional foods, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Die europäische Zeitenwende im Energiesektor: Politikwissenschaftliche Konzepte zur „Übersetzung von Komplexität“
Authors: Große Hüttmann Martin , Weinmann Georg
Published: July 2023

Im Mehrebenensystem der Europäischen Union führt der russische Angriffskrieg auf die Ukraine zu neuen Priorisierungen im Wertekanon der EU und damit zur Neuausrichtung von Politikfeldern. Mit dieser Entwicklung verbinden sich Fragen zur Erfassung von revidierter supranationaler Komplexität und zu ihrem Widerhall in der politischen Bildung. Der Beitrag unternimmt deshalb den Versuch, die Energieversorgungskrise in der EU didaktisch so aufzubereiten, dass die Komplexität des Themas nicht reduziert, sondern „übersetzt“ wird (Mende / Müller 2020). Sozialwissenschaftliche Konzepte wie Interdependenz, Solidarität und Resilienz öffnen dabei neue didaktische Zugänge zu einem vielschichtigen Gegenstand.
DETERMINANTS OF ZAKAT COMPLIANCE BEHAVIOR IN URBAN MUSLIM ENTREPRENEURS IN MATARAM CITY WEST NUSA TENGGARA
Authors: Bonang Dahlia , Widiastuti Tika , Yuliatul Hijriah Hanifiyah , Ismail Shafinar
Published: July 2023

This study aims to assess determinants of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) owners’ compliance behavior in paying zakat (alms). In addition, the sample population comprised 176 SMEs owners in Mataram City who served as participants. Data were collected through online survey instruments using the purposive sampling method. The testing technique and data analysis were carried out using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results showed that zakat literacy, Islamic egalitarianism, and moral norms influenced intention of SMEs owners to pay zakat, while intention affected compliance behavior. This study was essential for zakat institutions to develop new strategies to facilitate compliance behavior, considering the great potential in Indonesia. In addition, the fair and equitable distribution of zakat funds to asnaf (noun group of people worthy of receiving Muslim tithe) was expected to encourage SMEs owners to fulfill their obligation through zakat institutions by increasing the level of trust.
Kesulitan Belajar Mahasiswa Tadris Biologi pada Pembelajaran Daring di Masa Pamdemi COVID-19
Authors: Angela Lia , Affiza Nurul
Published: July 2023

Kebijakan belajar dari rumah menyebabkan semua lembaga pendidikan, baik sekolah dan termasuk perguruan tinggi menyelenggarakan pembelajaran secara daring. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi kesulitan mahasiswa tadris biologi pada pembelajaran daring. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif. Pengumpulan data menggunakan angket tertutup dan observasi. Sampel penelitian adalah mahasiswa semester 4 dan semester 6 tadris Biologi IAIN Kerinci. Hasil penelitian ini adalah kesulitan yang lebih dominan ialah terdapat pada indikator fasilitas yaitu kuota internet sebesar 36,0%, akses internet sebesar 39,3%, perangkat sebesar 78,9% dan  buku / referensi yaitu sebesar 65,5%. Kemudian dilanjutkan pada indikator hambatan fisik yaitu kesehatan sebesar 50, 2%, indikator hambatan psikis yaitu kognitif sebesar 67, 1%  dan afektif sebesar 66,5%, indikator Pendidik/Dosen dengan sub indikator penyampaian materi sebesar 69, 9%, praktikum 71, 3% & tugas 71, 6%. Dan yang terakhir yaitu indikator keluarga dengan sub indikator orang tua / saudara laki-laki / saudara perempuan sebesar 74, 3%.
Developing a Novel Solvent System to Separate Polar and Nonpolar Leaf Pigments of Copperleaf (Acalypha wilkesiana) Using Thin Layer Chromatography
Authors: Adiga Vishwajit , Chandra P Samanyu , Venkatesh Kikkeri Varnika , Praveen Chinmaya , Senapati Subhadip
Published: July 2023

Plant species contain several pigments that are responsible for different functions. Depending on the structures of these pigments, some of these pigments are nonpolar (chlorophyll-a, chlorophyll-b, β-carotene, xanthophyll, etc.), whereas some are polar (anthocyanins), thus making them hydrophobic or hydrophilic, respectively. To understand more about the structure and properties of these pigments, it is essential to isolate them in pure forms. So far, planar chromatographic techniques have been mostly employed to separate nonpolar pigments from one another, but not from the polar ones. Here we are reporting a novel solvent composition (60% hexane, 10% ethyl acetate, 10% acetone, 10% isopropyl alcohol, 10% water), that can be used to separate the nonpolar pigments from the polar ones using thin-layer chromatography (TLC). This solvent composition enabled us to develop a chromatogram, where spots were distinctly separated, concentrated, and could easily be isolated. The pigments were identified from their colors and Rf values, followed by characterization using UV-Vis spectra.
Cornell potential in collisional quark-gluon plasma
Authors:   Institute of Applied Sciences and IT, Institute for Experimental and Theoretical Physics, al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kuanyshbaiuly Y. , Baiseitov K. ,   Institute of Applied Sciences and IT, Institute for Experimental and Theoretical Physics, al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Ramazanov Т. ,   Institute for Experimental and Theoretical Physics, al-Farabi Kazakh National University
Published: July 2023

In experimental studies of quark-gluon plasma at accelerators, charmonium and bottomonium play an important role, since their onset of dissociation is one of the few signs of a phase transition in a hot and superdense medium. These particles represent the bound states of the heavy quark and antiquark of charm and bottom flavour, respectively. One of the well-studied research methods is considered to be phenomenological models, where the interaction between quarks is described by the Cornell-type potentials, as well as its modifications. This article examines the influence of the movement of charmonium and bottomonium in an environment on the potential, using dynamic screening. For screening, the dielectric function of the wake field has been used by analogy with the electrodynamics of an ordinary plasma, in view of the similarity of description, which is characteristic only for these bound states. This dielectric function has been obtained from a collisional plasma based on the Boltzmann equation with the Bhatnagar-Gross-Krook collision operator. As a consequence, the equation describes the medium as rarefied gas with pair collisions between particles. Effective potentials between quarks in a given medium are constructed using the method of random-phase approximation. Potentials were obtained as a function of the relative motion of bound states in the medium and the collision frequency of counterpropagating particles. The characteristic changes in the potential in the direction of particle motion are graphically shown, depending on the magnitude of these parameters.
Comparative assessment of radiation load when using digital and analog X-ray mammography devices
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Sairanbek G. , Dautov T. ,   National Scientific Cardiac Surgery Center
Published: July 2023

In medical practice, X-ray examinations play an important role in making an accurate diagnosis and monitoring the treatment quality. X-ray examination is the use of X-ray radiation to examine a patient in order to diagnose and prevent diseases consisting of one or more radiological procedures. Target radiography is a method of X-ray examination that allows obtaining a flat image of a limited part of the organ under study. Mammography is the most extensive method to diagnose breast cancer. With its help, it is possible to identify pathological changes in tissues and formations at any stage. The average age of patients diagnosed with breast cancer is 61.5 years. The outcome of breast cancer treatment directly depends on the identified stage of tumor, therefore early diagnosis of breast cancer has become one of the most urgent problems. Before the age of 40, mammography is not recommended as a screening, because breast cancer happens rarely at this age. Mammography is carried out for preventive purposes once in 2 years starting from the age of 40, and annually between the age of 50 to 60, and after that – once in 2 years. The purpose of this article is to make a comparative assessment of radiation load when using digital and analog X-ray mammography devices. The article compared and evaluated the possibility of reducing radiation exposure during analog and digital mammography.
Youth Participation in Urban Mission and Ministry
Authors:   Andrews University, Williams Michelet
Published: July 2023

"The God of Scripture consistently called faithful youngsters to participate in his redemptive mission on earth. The mission of God is not only carried out by young men and women but also intentionally aims at reaching out to them. Drawing on biblical examples, this article advocates a youth-focused approach to urban ministry whereby young people are both actors and recipients of all activities. Youth participation is beneficial for society because their alienation is a cause of social and political disruption, of gang formation and criminal behavior in many contexts. Youth participation is beneficial for the church because, as reported in Roger Duddley’s 10-year study published in 2000, youth alienation pushes them away out of the church, while their active involvement enhances their retention. The article argues that a youth urban ministry is more likely to succeed if it integrates best practices such as meeting the social and spiritual needs of urban youth, the integration of postmodern values, a focus on social justice, and allowing the youth to belong without restriction."
Missional Apologetics: Keys to the Hearts and Minds of Urban Young Professionals?
Authors:   North New South Wales Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Östring Sven
Published: July 2023

"research study in Australia indicated that one of the top spiritual repellents for non-Christian people is a focus on philosophical discussions and debating ideas. In spite of this, a significant percentage of Australian young professionals are still willing to consider changing their worldview if presented with the right circumstances and evidence. This article explores how apologetic material can missionally connect with the hearts and minds of urban young professionals. The Greater Sydney Conference and the South Pacific Division Adventist Media Center developed this approach based on a preliminary qualitative research study of an evangelistic series."
Short Term Travel to the Holy Land: Questions of Potency, Pilgrimage, and Potential
Authors:   Avondale College of Higher Education, Hattingh Sherene , Fitzsimmons Phil ,   Avondale College of Higher Education, Hattingh Paul ,   North New South Wales Seventh-day Adventist Schools Limited
Published: July 2023

"There has been a significant impact on the two participants who took part in this research project. There is no doubt that this short-term travel to the Holy Land has resulted in transformative learning where both individuals experienced contextualizing through a visual perspective, which has enhanced and contributed to a deeper meaningful understanding of their personal and spiritual journey. The results show that the impact has been positive and that planning, group membership, and active engagement through reading and journaling have made this trip unlike any other. This study although limited to two related individuals from the same faith does present short-term travel to the Holy Land as a positive transformative learning experience with lasting impacts."
Towards A Theology of Bi-vocational Mission with Missiological Applications to Creative Access Cities
Authors:   Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies, Dizon Abner
Published: July 2023

"Bi-vocational mission is not only an innovative and useful model to use in creative access cities. Even though this approach may not be for everyone, and even though Paul himself saw the need for church-supported mission, this chapter has shown that the model itself is biblical. In order for this approach to be effective, however, it needs to be grounded on a strong belief in the mission of God, an understanding of the Great Controversy, willingness to obey the Great Commission, an implementation of the doctrine of the priesthood of all believers, and a sound theology of work."
Antifungal activity of essential oils against itraconazoleresistant pathogenic Candida isolated from vulvovaginal candidiasis
Authors:   Department of Microbiology, College of Medicine, University of Karbala, Iraq, AL-Janabi Ali Abdul Hussein
Published: July 2023

Background and Purpose: Fungal infection by species of pathogenic Candida with antifungal resistance is currently a serious problem. Treatment with new medications is becoming more challenging to manage this type of infection. The present study aimed to investigate the antifungal effect of essential oils (EOs) against itraconazole-resistant species of pathogenic Candida. Materials and Methods: Seven essential oils were tested on 15 clinical isolates of itraconazole-resistant Candida from patients with vulvovaginal candidiasis. The antifungal action of selected EOs was evaluated using the disc diffusion method with the determination of the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of effective EOs. Results: Radish EO was the most effective type against all Candida isolates with MICs between 3.125% and 6.25% (v/v) .It also had a stronger effect than itraconazole. Six other EOs showed antifungal effects at varying concentrations and were dependent upon the type of isolate. Low concentrations of these six EOs were more effective against many isolates than their high concentrations. Moreover, camphor and linseed EOs were less effective on isolates. Conclusion: Radish EO has a strong antifungal activity against itraconazole-resistance species of Candida, even more than itraconazole. The antifungal action of some EOs can be increased through the use of low concentrations.
Comparison of the Clinical Outcomes of Plastering and Bandage Treatment Methods in Patients With Ankle Sprains: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study
Authors:   Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Poorsina Hospital, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Asadi Kamran , Khosh Ghalb Masoud Fallah ,   Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Poorsina Hospital, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Cyrus Khashayar ,   Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Poorsina Hospital, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Published: July 2023

Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Poorsina Hospital, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Inhibition of Cervical Cancer Cell Migration by Human Wharton’s Jelly Stem Cells
Authors:   Department of Molecular Biology, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran, Mohammad Snwr Sabir , Maleki Masoud ,   Department of Molecular Biology, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran
Published: July 2023

Background: One of the most prevalent malignancies to strike women, both in Iran and globally, is cervical cancer. Metastasis, which is a significant cause of mortality, is one of the most significant pathological processes of this cancer. Therefore, preventing the migration of cancer cells may be a useful therapeutic approach. The aim of this work was to investigate the impact of conditioned media and human Wharton's jelly stem cells (hWJSCs) on the migration and growth of the cervical cancer cell line Hela as well as the in vitro mRNA expression of genes involved in metastasis. Methods: After primary culture, cellular extract and conditioned medium of hWJSCs were prepared. The viability of cervical cancer cells was investigated by MTT assay after treatment with cellular extract and conditioned medium of hWJSCs. Moreover, the anti-migratory effects of cellular extract and conditioned medium of hWJSCs on the cervical cancer cells were evaluated by wound‐healing migration assay. Finally, the mRNA expression of migration-related genes (E-cadherin and Vimentin) was detected by real-time PCR. Results: Our results indicated that the cellular extract and conditioned medium of hWJSCs (with 32% concentration) inhibited the proliferation of 100% and 20% of Hela cancer cells, respectively. In addition, the cellular extract and conditioned medium of hWJSCs significantly decreased morphological alteration and migration of the cancer cells. The cellular extract and conditioned medium of hWJSCs modified the expression of Vimentin and E-cadherin genes to inhibit the cancer cell migration (p<0.05). However, the cellular extract indicated significantly profound inhibitory effects on the cervical cancer cells compared to the conditioned medium. Conclusions: Our study demonstrated that the cellular extract and conditioned medium of hWJSCs inhibit the proliferation and migration of cervical cancer cells through the modification of migration-related gene expression. However, further in vitro and in vivo studies are required for more accurate results.
Causes and lessons of accelerating global inflation
Authors: Goryunov E. L. , Drobyshevsky S. M. , Kudrin A. L. , Trunin P. V.
Published: July 2023

The world  economy  has recently experienced a strong inflationary shock, which  the leading research  institutions and central banks  were unable to predict. In advanced economies  inflation rates spiked  up to levels  had  not been seen for decades. Inflation also hit emerging  economies albeit the shocks of such magnitude are more common for the countries of this group. What was the reason of the inflationary wave of 2021-2002  and why was it unexpected? In the paper  we propose that the main driver  of inflation was the rapid  recovery  of aggregate demand  while aggregate supply  lagged  behind  since it was negatively affected by quarantine restrictions and  supply  chain  disruptions. A sharp  increase  in the  prices  of food and  energy  contributed to inflation significantly. Unprecedented fiscal  stimulus supported by liquidity injections from central banks  was also an important factor in boosting demand  and  accelerating inflation. Sharp  turn towards ultra­loose monetary and fiscal  policy  can be largely attributed to the  experience of the  previous decade  which  showed  that inflation in advanced economies  remained below the  target level, despite constant stimulus. We discuss  arguments considered by central banks when they kept monetary policy soft even after inflation significantly exceeded  the  target levels. Finally, we briefly  discuss scenarios  of possible  future inflation, including a stagflation scenario, and  analyze  their  underlying factors.
STATE REGULATION OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF SOCIAL HOUSING
Authors:   O. M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv, Biletskyi Ihor
Published: July 2023

Solving the problem of increasing the level of housing provision of the population, which is acute for the national economy and society, cannot be solved without an effective system of state regulation. One of the areas of state regulation of housing construction is to promote the development of social housing construction. The solution of this task should take into account the strategic socio-economic priorities of the state and regional housing policy and be based on the principles of sustainability, justice, democracy and economic affordability of housing for socially disadvantaged sections of the population. The article is devoted to the study of the current levers of state regulation of the construction of social housing in Ukraine and the justification of promising forms, methods and tools of state intervention. The content of the "social housing" category and the peculiarities of its use were studied. Familiarization with the current provisions of the legislative and regulatory framework, which regulates the legal basis of state regulation of social housing construction, was conducted. The main problematic aspects of housing construction in Ukraine are summarized. Based on the systematization of research results, the author's scheme of the system of state regulation of social housing in Ukraine was developed. A generalization of the world practice of state intervention in the development of the processes of providing the population with social housing, state regulation of the construction and rental markets of social housing is carried out. Prospective forms, methods and tools of further practice of state regulation of social housing construction in Ukraine have been determined. It was concluded that a more active participation in the system of state regulation of social construction in Ukraine should be played by local self-government bodies, public organizations, partnerships and specialized associations. The key principles of the further development of the social housing construction industry and its state regulation outline the principles of sustainability. It was determined that social and environmental sustainability should become the strategic priorities of state regulation of social construction in the future.
DETERMINING FACTORS OF MIGRATION ATTITUDES OF YOUTH
Authors:   Uzhhorod National University, Khyla Yevheniia
Published: July 2023

The aim of the article is to study the factors that determine youth migration, based on the methodological approach of combining migration theories and generational theory. Based on the analysis of the most popular theories of migration, the factors of migration behavior of individuals are presented at three levels: macroeconomic, microeconomic and metasystemic. The estimated component of the influence of the identified factors is carried out in the concept of "attraction – repulsion" in the presence of an intermediate (neutral) state. The inclusion of the segment of metasystem determinants is justified by the nature of shifts in the philosophy of management, which have a significant impact on the generalized "portrait" of young people and determine their behavior in the economic sphere. The methodological approach of combining migration theories and generational theory was used to identify the factors with the greatest potential to influence modern youth migration. The profile of the most influential factors of different levels of implementation (macroeconomic, microeconomic, metasystemic) was formed by determining the peculiarities of their accentuation for the demographic group, which combines representatives from 15 to 29 years old. The study was based on the identification of essential features of two generations – Millennials (Generation Y) and Centennials (Generation Z) They include: crisis of confidence, change of aspirations, peculiarities of expectations regarding work. Regarding young people, it can be stated that they are psychologically ready for migration as an option to implement an individual labor strategy, where the impulse is the dominant feature – the desire for self-realization, the implementation of the scenario of their own success. Representatives of generations Y and Z have the skills to use the shifts in technical and technological support for the development of social processes to reduce the risks of migration and mitigate the processes of adaptation in new conditions through immersion in virtual reality, within which social capital is formed. The tendency to make quick decisions provokes a reduction in time to think about all the pros and cons in decisions to change the country of stay.