bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La comunicación institucional en la crisis del ébola en Europa: el caso de la crisis española de 2014 en sus inicios / The institutional communication on ebola crisis in Europe: the first moments of the 2014 spanish crisis
Authors: Micaletto Belda Juan Pablo , Gallardo Vera Luis
Published: August 2024

El artículo versa sobre las acciones comunicativas de la crisis institucional ocasionada por el brote de ébola en España durante octubre de 2014 y, en concreto, sobre las primeras declaraciones institucionales y el tratamiento que los periódicos españoles de mayor audiencia en España realizaron sobre estas declaraciones. Para recolectar los datos se utilizaron técnicas de investigación cualitativas. Se analizaron las declaraciones vertidas en la rueda de prensa convocada por la Ministra de Sanidad española el 6 de octubre y 36 mensajes periodísticos publicados en El País y en El Mundo, como reacciones a las declaraciones, entre el 6 y el 22 de octubre. El objetivo general de la investigación presentada en este artículo fue determinar si la gestión comunicativa de la crisis fue correcta institucionalmente durante los primeros días de su desarrollo. La hipótesis de partida fue que esta gestión no fue estratégicamente adecuada, lo que supuso errores en la gestión de la rueda de prensa primera y presidida por la Ministra de Sanidad, así como una mala imagen institucional emitida por los periódicos españoles de mayor audiencia. La hipótesis fue confirmada.
La Política y Gestión Comunicacional como aporte al desarrollo de la gestión institucional de las Universidades Chilena/Communication Policy and Management as a contribution to Chilean universities institutional management
Authors: Veas Yañez Claudia Andrea
Published: August 2024

Resumen En toda organización las comunicaciones son indispensables y el sustento que a toda entidad le permite proyectarse a su comunidad interna y externa, tanto en su esencia como en aquello que realiza como contribución al medio en el que se desarrolla. En este sentido, la universidad no es ajena a esta realidad, que pareciera ser un factor común en las distintas latitudes independiente de la evolución de las comunicaciones. Por tal motivo, el objetivo general de esta investigación es conocer y estudiar las comunicaciones en universidades estatales, privadas tradicionales y privadas autónomas a través del estudio de su política comunicacional. Algunas temáticas que se abordaron en el marco teórico son Gestión Comunicacional Universitaria: qué y cómo y la Política Comunicacional como aporte a la Universidad. En cuanto a la metodología, el tipo de investigación fue exploratorio – descriptivo. El universo está compuesto por 45 universidades chilenas acreditadas y sus muestras fueron seleccionadas de acuerdo al tipo de técnica a utilizar: en el caso de la encuesta y el análisis de contenido fueron 20 universidades, en tanto en la entrevista la muestra fue de 6 universidades. Finalmente, la investigación permitió corroborar que las universidades chilenas han ido profesionalizando sus áreas comunicacionales, que están ubicadas estratégicamente en la estructura organizacional, sin embargo, todavía no valoran la importancia que significa la definición y sistematización de una política comunicacional acorde con la cultura organizacional, lo que ocasiona que la gestión comunicacional tenga un nivel operativo y no estratégico debilitando su aporte a la gestión institucional.
Relacionistas públicos colombianos: su punto de vista sobre la profesión en el Latin American Communication Monitor 2014-2015 / Colombians Public Relations: their views of the profession in the Latin American Communication Monitor 2014-2015
Authors: Suárez Monsalve Ana María , Moreno Ángeles , Molleda Juan Carlos
Published: August 2024

Los profesionales en comunicación estratégica y relacionistas públicos colombianos que participaron en el Latin American Communication Monitor 2014-2015 expresan su posición sobre los temas estratégicos a 2017, según perspectivas específicas por tipo de organización, por género y cargo ocupado, por el rol o por ámbito de actuación en el ejercicio profesional en su país. En este artículo se presentan algunas coincidencias con los resultados por la región latinoamericana como particularidades nacionales, con el fin de analizar la realidad específica del profesional en este país, especialmente según la distinción de los temas estratégicos.
El principio de reciprocidad en el ceremonial y el protocolo: representaciones oficiales en los Días Nacionales y de Honor de la Exposición Universal de Sevilla 1992/ The reciprocity principle in the ceremonial and protocol: official representations in th
Authors: Otero Alvarado Mª Teresa , Lozano González Ana
Published: August 2024

Análisis comparativo del sistema de representaciones oficiales en Días Nacionales y de Honor de la Exposición Universal Sevilla 1992 por parte de anfitriones e invitados para comprobar si se cumple el principio de reciprocidad en relación con la bidireccionalidad y simetría relacional. Partiendo del método del caso (Wassermann, 1994) sobre la serie cerrada de los Días Nacionales y de Honor en Expo’92, y vertida la información en una base de datos estática, se ha aplicado el análisis de contenidos (Berelson, 1993; Krippendorf, 2004) sobre tipos de días y niveles de representación de anfitriones e invitados.El análisis y la comparativa de (Otero, 2005; Guisande, 2006) confirman si los niveles de representación coinciden y en qué porcentajes y variables, mostrando el cumplimiento o incumplimiento del principio de reciprocidad y revelando el interés de cada público concreto para Expo’92.
La comunicación y las relaciones públicas en los operativos de intervención policial de control de masas / Communication and public relations in police crowd control intervention
Authors: Eiroa Escalada Javier , Toribio Castro Luis C.
Published: August 2024

El punto de partida de este trabajo es el análisis desde un punto de vista comunicativo de los incidentes que se produjeron al finalizar las Marchas de la Dignidad (22.03.2014), en Madrid. Tras una breve reseña del marco normativo en España se analizan los aspectos comunicativos más relevantes relacionados con estas situaciones, haciendo hincapié en el papel de las redes sociales. A partir de aquí se hace una propuesta de cuál puede ser el papel de las relaciones públicas en el diseño del Plan de medios y de una estrategia policial de social media, finalizando con una serie de conclusiones y retos de futuro.
Visibilidade organizacional nas redes sociais digitais: contexto, indícios e reflexões / Organizational media visibility: notes about the presence of the Federal University of Santa Maria on Facebook
Authors: Mariano da Rocha Barichello Eugenia , Scheid Daiane
Published: August 2024

A proposta do artigo vincula-se à temática da visibilidade das organizações nas mídias digitais. Objetivamos, com o texto, refletir sobre a visibilidade das organizações nas mídias digitais, tanto em espaços mantidos pelas organizações, bem como na articulação com as mídias conhecidas como massivas, a exemplo dos jornais, que também estão presentes nas mídias digitais. A investigação contempla a aplicação das técnicas metodológicas pesquisa bibliográfica e observação encoberta e não participativa. Inicialmente, apresentamos a proposta da pesquisa. Imediatamente, a reflexão teórica que articula as noções e conceitos que movimentam o estudo. Em seguida, os procedimentos metodológicos, alguns dados coletados e, por fim, algumas considerações.Abstract The proposal of this article is linked to the issue of the visibility of organizations in a context of mediatization and digital social media. We aim to reflect on this theme and present data collected in an empirical research on the visibility of the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM) in the social networking site Facebook, as a way of allying some field data to the theoretical aspects. Empirical research contemplates the application of methodological techniques of covert/non-participatory and systematic observation. Initially, we presented the research proposal. Immediately we present the theoretical reflection that articulates the notions and concepts that move the study. Then, the methodological procedures, some data collected and, finally, some considerations. The results point to the dialogical character of the visibility in the digital social networks and to an organizational media visibility built in the articulation between the mass vehicles and the organizational vehicles, in various media spaces, with more or less action of the users. The observations in the field indicate to aspects little explored strategically with regard to the media visibility and the process of institutional legitimation.
Presentación: Relaciones Públicas. Múltiples oportunidades para las organizaciones / Presentation: Public Relations. Multiple oportunities for organizations
Authors: ALMANSA-MARTÍNEZ ANA
Published: August 2024

El amplio y variado campo de actuación de las Relaciones Públicas en la actualidad está muy bien representado en este número de la Revista Internacional de Relaciones Públicas. Esta revista, que continúa siendo la única especializada en Relaciones Publicas en España, publica en esta ocasión artículos sobre medios sociales, sobre comunicación institucional, sobre la creación de imagen y percepción de los públicos, sobre comunicación en el deporte, sobre comunicación en crisis, sobre dirección de comunicación y sobre responsabilidad social. Y lo hace con artículos recibidos desde muy diferentes lugares del mundo, escritos en español, inglés o portugués.
Reseña del libro Protocolo y relaciones públicas / Book Review Protocol and Public Relations
Authors: Rodríguez López María
Published: August 2024

Reseña del libro Protocolo y relaciones públicas, de los autores Antonio Castillo Esparcia y María Jesús Fernández Torres. Se explica el tema del libro, su principal público, su estructura, así como el contenido de los diferentes capítulos.
Reseña del libro Gestión de la comunicación en instituciones / Book Review Communication Management in Institutions
Authors: Celis Elena Millán
Published: August 2024

Gestión de la comunicación en instituciones de Carlos de las Heras, Isabel Ruiz y Francisco Javier Paniagua versa sobre todos los aspectos esenciales que giran en torno a la comunicación institucional y sobre la importancia de coordinar estrategias de comunicación desde las organizaciones.AbstractCommunication Management in Institutions written by Carlos de las Heras, Isabel Ruiz and Francisco Javier Paniagua is a book about the key aspects of communication in any kind of institutions.
Reseña del libro: Comunicación Corporativa Audiovisual y Online. Innovación y tendencias / Book review: Audiovisual and Online Corporate Communication. Innovation and trends
Authors: Puentes Rivera Iván
Published: August 2024

Carmen Costa-Sánchez y Sandra Martínez, profesoras ambas de la Facultad de Ciencias de la Comunicación de la Universidad de A Coruña, firman este libro que, como ellas mismas declaran, se trata de una obra sobre las “actitudes y aptitudes de las entidades en un contexto de transición". Toda una declaración de intenciones que no nos puede llevar a afirmar, sin riesgo a iniciar una controvertida discusión epistemológica, que se trate de un libro centrado exclusivamente en la práctica y el estudio de las relaciones púbicas, pero que, sin duda, aborda esta disciplina a lo largo de toda la obra y aporta claves sumamente interesantes para su comprensión, aprovechamiento y correcta planificación en el seno de todo tipo de organizaciones, en el contexto actual de convergencia digital y estrategias comunicativas multimedia y multiplataforma.AbstractCarmen Costa-Sánchez and Sandra Martínez, both professors of the Faculty of Communication Sciences of the University of A Coruña, sign this book that, as they themselves declare, is a work on the "attitudes and aptitudes of the entities in a context of transition ". A whole declaration of intentions that cannot lead us to affirm, without risk to initiate a controversial epistemological discussion, that it is a book focused exclusively on the practice and study of public relations, but that, without a doubt, addresses this discipline throughout the entire work and provides extremely interesting keys for their understanding, use and proper planning within all types of organizations, in the current context of digital convergence and multimedia and cross-platform communication strategies.
The challenges of the strategic communication of the Portuguese public universities in the internationalization processes / Los desafíos de la comunicación estratégica en los procesos de internacionalización de las universidades públicas portuguesas
Authors: Ferreira Celene Fidelis Frias
Published: August 2024

Abstract The main goal of this article is to drive organisations’ communications managers to pay more attention to internationalisation processes at higher education institutions (HEIs) and uncover new opportunities for action focused on academic mobility. From a theoretical viewpoint, there is a discussion on the phenomenon of internationalisation Portuguese HEIs and the strategic relevance of recruiting international students are put into context, with a reflection on how communication can improve that process provided it is duly integrated into the institution’s management and mission. The complexity of the decision-making process is highlighted, along with factors that influence international students when they look for and choose a host country and institution. The conclusion is reached that students prioritise reputation when choosing the country and the institution, which reflects a great opportunity for the public relations as a strategic management function of organization image and reputation.Keywords: Internationalisation of higher education, academic mobility, recruitment of students, public relations, strategic communication, reputationResumenEl objetivo principal de este artículo es provocar en los responsables de la comunicación una mayor atención a los procesos de internacionalización de las Instituciones de Educación Superior (IES), con respecto a su dimensión institucional, y revelar posibles oportunidades de acción, especialmente en relación con la movilidad académica. Desde una perspectiva teórica, ha sido posible debatir sobre el fenómeno de la internacionalización, contextualizar las IES portuguesas y la planificación estratégica que han dirigido para el reclutamiento de estudiantes internacionales, y discutir cómo la comunicación puede optimizar este proceso, siempre que esté debidamente integrada en la gestión y la misión de la institución con la internacionalización. Nos referimos a la complejidad del proceso de toma de decisiones y a los diversos factores que influyen en el estudiante internacional cuando debe buscar y elegir un país y una institución educativa. Finalmente, confirmamos que el estudiante prioriza la reputación tanto para la elección del país como de la institución, lo que resulta en una gran oportunidad para las Relaciones Públicas como una función estratégica a la hora de gestionar la imagen y la reputación de la organización.Palabras clave: internacionalización de la educación superior, movilidad académica, reclutamiento de estudiantes, relaciones públicas, comunicación estratégica, reputación
The Persian Version of the Perfectionistic Self-Presentation Scale: Psychometric Properties
Authors: Babaei Shirzad , Barani Masoumeh , Khanjani Sajad , Ashouri Ahmad
Published: August 2024

Background: The Perfectionistic Self-Presentation Scale (PSPS) is a self-reported 27-item measure that assesses the interpersonal aspect of perfectionism. It indicates how individuals tend to present themselves as perfect to others. Objectives: The aim of this study was to translate and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Perfectionistic PSPS in an adult sample. Methods: The research sample included 332 adults aged 18 to 53 years old residing in Tehran who completed the PSPS scale. After the translation and back-translation process, the construct validity of the PSPS was assessed using confirmatory factor analysis as well as divergent and convergent validity. Internal consistency reliability was conducted to evaluate the reliability. Data analysis was performed using SPSS (version 22) software and LISREL (version 8.8). Results: The three-dimensional factor structure with all 27 items was confirmed based on the fit index results and their appropriate values. Internal consistency for the total score, perfectionistic self-promotion, non-display of imperfection, and non-disclosure of imperfection scales were 0.94, 0.90, 0.89, and 0.74, respectively. Conclusions: The present study showed that the Persian version of the PSPS had appropriate validity and reliability among the Iranian adult population.
Characteristics and Manifestations of Patients with Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis and Factors Associated with Unfavorable Functional Outcomes
Authors: Ilkhani Saba , Fakhredin Hanieh , Jameie Melika , Hosseini Meghdad , Amini Harandi Ali , Jameie Mana , Sakhaei Delaram , Assarzadegan Farhad , Alijanpour Shayan
Published: August 2024

Background: Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a rare cerebrovascular disease that typically affects young females. Objectives: To describe the clinical, laboratory, and neuroimaging characteristics of CVST and evaluate the differences in characteristics of patients with unfavorable versus favorable outcomes. Methods: This retrospective study (2007 - 2018) reviewed all consecutive patients with CVST, assessing their demographic, clinical, laboratory, neuroimaging characteristics, and clinical outcomes. The modified Rankin Scale (mRS) was used to assess the functional outcomes of patients after a three-month follow-up. Factors affecting patients’ outcomes (favorable [mRS ≤ 2] vs. unfavorable [mRS > 2]) were examined using the Independent t-test and chi-squared test. Results: A total of 141 patients (mean age: 38.15 ± 13.71; female-to-male ratio of 2.28) with CVST were included. Most of the admissions (42.6%) were in the summer. Most patients had a subacute disease onset (66.0%), with headaches being the most frequent manifestation (66.0%). Regular oral contraceptive pill use and fasting were the most frequent clinical risk factors (52.0% and 22.7%, respectively). Different types of inherited thrombophilia (deficiency in protein C, protein S, or antithrombin III) were recorded in nearly 13 to 16% of patients. The lateral transverse sinus (61.7%) and the superior sagittal sinus (45.4%) were the most frequently involved. The mortality rates at discharge and after three months were 4.3% and 8.0%, respectively. In the follow-up assessment, 81.3% of patients showed a favorable outcome [mRS ≤ 2], while 18.7% had an unfavorable outcome. Patients with unfavorable outcomes were significantly older compared to those with favorable outcomes (52 ± 5.81 vs. 35.95 ± 1.42, P = 0.017). Significant associations were observed between admission season (P = 0.020), chief complaint (P = 0.028), course of the disease (P = 0.021), previous thromboembolic events (P = 0.001), and antiphospholipid IgG (P = 0.032). Conclusions: The most prevalent risk factors among patients with CVST were being female, a history of using oral contraceptives, and fasting. Older patients with reduced consciousness, an acute disease course, a history of thromboembolic events, and positive antiphospholipid IgG are more likely to have an unfavorable outcome.
The basics of real estate management, its relationship with the economy and impact of demographic factors
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Nabiev A.Kh , Habibzada M.R ,   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction
Published: August 2024

In this article, we will examine the main issues related to real estate management and the relationship of this management to the economy and demography, and we will highlight the importance of this process. Real estate management, when combined with economics, functions as a bridge and connection point between the property and business environments. The effectiveness of management is directly related to various aspects of the economy and, accordingly, to the changing dynamics of the property market. Also, demographic factors for example, changes in the reputation of an area or age, changes in the profile of apartment users appear as one of the main factors affecting real estate management. This article will discuss how these issues interact and how management can be aligned with these issues. This topic is of great importance in property management and this article will provide readers with some insight into this area.
Legal aspects of regulation investment processes in the regions
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Mamedov M.A , Akhunbeyli L.A ,   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction
Published: August 2024

An important factor in economic development is the effective use of investment resources in sectors of the national economy as a whole, as well as in individual regions of the country. In Azerbaijan, the legal definition of the concept of investment is defined in the law of the Republic of Azerbaijan On Investment Activities 1995. As a rule, in market conditions, special attention of the state is directed to solving problems such as the development of investment processes in the regional aspect. This is due to the fact that it is investments that are the financial and technical basis for the implementation of expanded reproduction and thus have a significant impact on the process of economic development of the countrys regions. Currently, a successful solution to the problem of regional investment policy RIP, based on the formation of the fundamental principles of its formation and the legal mechanism for implementation, allows the state to consistently implement a strategy for the comprehensive development of the national economy of Azerbaijan for the long term period. In general, achieving the goals set in the field of ensuring the dynamic development of all regions of the country is considered realistic only with the formation and effective application of a solid legal framework to resolve this important problem.
Legal aspects of ımplementing state ınvestment policy for regional development
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Ganiev H.I , Nasirova G.A
Published: August 2024

In the conditions of modern market relations, ensuring the continuous development of the national economy in Azerbaijan requires the implementation of practical measures by the state aimed at the efficient utilization of investment resources in regional areas. Drawing on global experience, it can be said that economic development in the country depends heavily on the effective regulation of existing investment processes to align with national interests, thereby promoting the socio economic development of regional areas. Therefore, the socio economic development of regions in Azerbaijan necessitates the consistent implementation of a well founded investment policy, based on the normative legal framework formulated in accordance with modern market economic principles. All of these aspects are extensively explored in the article.
Activities of financial and credit organizations that contribute to the financing of entrepreneurship in Azerbaijan on preferential terms
Authors:   Azerbaijan State Economic University, Niftaliyev А.R
Published: August 2024

The article examines the activities of financial and credit organizations in Azerbaijan, which, along with financing, support business organizations. The main feature of these organizations is that the source of their allocated credit resources is the state budget, and loans issued by these institutions belong to the preferential category. The author reveals the specifics of these financial and credit institutions, as well as reflects the main trends of their activities.
Development and prospects of electronic commerce in Azerbaijan
Authors:   UNEC, Bayramova F.N
Published: August 2024

In recent times, the development of technology worldwide began to include electronic concepts. Ebooks, etextbooks, egovernment, ecommerce, etc. Ecommerce is one of these concepts. To understand ecommerce law, it is first necessary to know the concept of ecommerce. Electronic commerce is the purchase and sale of all types of goods and services in the electronic environment. Although it has a simple idea, ecommerce has brought together concepts such as advertising, online money transfers, supply chain management, and data analysis in the Internet world. The COVID19 pandemic created an impetus for the ecommerce organization worldwide and Azerbaijan. After the pandemic, consumer behavior has changed, and now consumers are more familiar with ecommerce.
Process of formatıon of databases and database management systems
Authors:   Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry, Bashırov N.Kh
Published: August 2024

A database is a collection of data collected and organized according to its intended use. The database stores all operational data of various organizations such as banks, hospitals, universities and companies. Various information used by these organizations to operate, manage and continue day to day operations is collected and stored in databases. All data stored in databases can be accessed systematically. Moreover, the stored data can be managed, updated, transferred a This article analyzed the process of database and database management systems formation nd linked with each other. The database allows you to avoid or minimize data duplication. It ensures data security and reliability and prevents data integrity violations.
Innovative management system in e-commerce activity
Authors:   Azerbaijan State University of Economics, Karimov Q.M
Published: August 2024

This article explores the dynamic landscape of ecommerce, emphasizing the necessity for forward thinking management systems to enhance sales and profitability. It delves into innovative approaches for overseeing ecommerce activities through diverse management systems. By thoroughly analyzing the complexities inherent in contemporary ecommerce operations, the study underscores the pivotal role of real time data acquisition in meeting consumer needs. The development and implementation of the innovative management system are detailed, encompassing stages from system analysis to testing and deployment. Drawing on theoretical frameworks alongside practical insights, the paper presents a compelling argument for the efficacy of the proposed system in revolutionizing ecommerce operations across various sectors. It underscores the potential of innovative management systems to foster growth and societal advancement within the ecommerce domain. The conclusion provides a summary of the key features of the proposed system and emphasizes the transformative impact of innovation and technology on modern business practices.
Prevalence of Myopia and Associated Risk Factors Among Patients at a Tertiary Hospital in Mogadishu, Somalia
Authors: Kadiye Mohamed Salad , Hassan Ibrahim Ali , Mohamed Hassan Muhumed , Ahmed Abdirisak Abdikarin
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Myopia, often known as shortsightedness, is a refractive error caused by the cornea's steep curvature or prolonged axial length, resulting in light rays converging in front of the retina instead of on it. It is the most common type of vision problem, affecting many school-age children and teenagers, with its seriousness generally linked to higher levels of schooling. The study identifies several risk factors for myopia, including educational level, family history, outdoor activity, smartphone usage, and near-work activity
Method: A cross-sectional study including 400 patients was conducted at the Mogadishu Somali Turkey Training and Research Hospital in Somalia between July 2023 and November 2023. A structured questionnaire was developed from several research sources to assess the prevalence and risk factors of myopia through interviews.
Result: Out of the total patient population (5000), it is observed that 8% (400 patients) have been diagnosed with myopia. On the other hand, a majority of 92% (4600 patients) do not exhibit myopia. According to the gender, male patients had a 0.1 times lower likelihood of being myopic compared to female patients (adjusted odds ratio = 0.142, 95% confidence interval: 0.730-1.206), and this difference was statistically significant (p-value < 0.005). Patients with educational levels of preschool, schooling, and university level 1.7, 1.8, and 1.2 were more likely to be myopic than those who were not educated (AOR = 1.729, 95% CI: 0.745-6.122) and (AOR = 1.809, 95% CI: 0.157-1.821) and (AOR = 1.221, 95% CI: 0.912-2.291), and patients with educational levels of preschool and schooling were statistically significant to be myopic (P-values 0.000). Individuals under the age of 15 were 1.2 times more prone to myopia compared to those aged 35 and older (AOR = 1.283, 95% CI: 0.382-2.894), and they were statistically significant to be myopic (P-value 0.007).
Conclusion: The study provides valuable insights on myopia and its related risk factors. Continued study and cooperation are essential to deepen our comprehension, strengthen preventive strategies, and ultimately lessen the worldwide influence of myopia on ocular health. It is crucial to identify the risk factors associated with myopia and accurately assess the prevalence of this condition.
Pemanfaatan Bodyscrub dari Eco-Enzyme dan Ekstrak Daun Ketumbar
Authors: Dahlan Hatta , Farahiyah Rozanah , Saputra Kevin
Published: August 2024

Bodyscrub merupakan produk kecantikan yang sangat bermanfaat untuk mengangkat sel-sel kulit mati. Penumpukan  limbah rumah tangga seperti kulit buah dan sayur dapat bermanfaat jika diolah menjadi eco-enzyme. Eco-enzyme sendiri merupakan produk hasil fermentasi dari limbah buah-buahan dan sayuran yang memiliki banyak manfaat.  Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui formulasi bodyscrub yang terbaik dari variasi 80%, 50%, dan 20% eco-enzyme, 9 gram, 8 gram, 7 gram asam stearat; 0,5 gram; 1 gram; 1,5 gram ekstrak daun ketumbar, dan 1,5 gram; 2,5 gram; 3,5 gram biji apricot. Dilakukan pengujian yaitu uji pH, uji organoleptik, uji daya sebar, uji homogenitas, dan uji iritasi. Hasil pengujian pH  didapatkan hasil 6,7-7,1 dan daya sebar terbaik yaitu sampel X3 sebesar 4,275 cm. Pengujian iritasi terbukti tidak munculnya gejala eritema dan edema. Setelah uji coba didapatkan penggunaan 9 gram asam stearat menghasilkan sediaan bosyscrub yang paling kental. Pemakaian biji apricot terbaik yaitu 3,5 gram untuk 50 gram sediaan karena saat diaplikasikan bulir nya tidak terlalu kasar dan teksturnya paling baik. Kesimpulannya bahwa formula Z3 dengan 9 gram asam stearat dan 3,5 gram biji apricot memiliki formula terbaik karena teksturnya yang paling kental dan pas ketika diaplikasikan ke kulit, serta tidak membuat iritasi.
لفت الانتباه لمن فازوا في القرآن بمعية الله
Authors: Bkheet Bakri Mohammad
Published: August 2024

الناس جميعاً فقراء إلى الله ومحتاجون لعونه ونصرته ومعيته، وهذا أمر عزيز يحتاج إلى الاجتهاد، والتحقق بالصفات التي بينها الله في كتابه والتي استحق أهلها معيته تعالى، ولبيان تلك الصفات أهميته كبرى لكل مسلم ينشد رضا الله ويطمع في عونه، والتكاسل وعدم الجد في تحقيق تلك الصفات ثم طلب معيته الله هو فعل العاجزين، لذا كان مهماً أن اختار الكتابة في هذا الموضوع هادفاً لبيان معنى معية الله وأنواعها والصفات التي تنال بها، سالكاً المنهج الاستقرائي والاستنباطي ثم الوصفي في نقل أقوال المفسرين من سلفنا الصالح، وكذلك من بعض المعاصرين، وأهم نتائج هذا البحث أن معية الله تعالى ثابتة لأهل الإيمان الذين حققوا .الصفات التي ذكرها الله في كتابه العزيز، فعلى كل من يرغب في معية الله أن يسعى في تحقيق الشروط التي تنال بها. وهي الإيمان والصبر والتقوى والإحسان
Berpikir Matematika dalam Al-Qur’an: Pemahaman tentang Penciptaan dan Ketertiban Alam
Authors: Putri Izzi Munaya , Ali Akbar
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze the verses of the Qur'an more deeply regarding the creation and order of the universe, linking them with mathematical concepts, and attempting to integrate them with modern physics findings. This study employs library research, which falls under qualitative descriptive research. The author collects literature data to record, read, and manage research materials consisting of articles on mathematics and physics from an Islamic perspective, the Qur'an, and interpretations. The results show that the Qur'an provides profound insights into the marvels of the universe's creation by Allah. Concepts such as the creation of the heavens and the earth aligning with the Big Bang theory, as well as the implications of Newton's gravitational principles in maintaining the stability of the universe, analogies about the earth as a place of rest or swing also reflect scientific discoveries about the rotation and revolution of the earth. Furthermore, the process of rainfall and the water cycle, as well as descriptions of two seas meeting but not mixing, indicate harmony in the universe. Finally, interpretations of scientific principles such as tidal phenomena as part of the signs of Allah's power in governing the universe are also found in the Qur'an.
Human Being, Desire, and Doing-Right
Authors: Barthélémy Jean-Hugues ,   DePaul University
Published: August 2024

Beginning with The Automatic Society, where Stiegler, on the occasion of an analysis of the unification of the technical system by the digital, synthesizes his thought of the three stages of the process of "proletarianization," this paper comes first to a critical examination of the originary "prosthetic conditions" which, according to Technics and Time, made possible the ambivalence of the technical pharmakon and the "systemic stupidity" of today. This leads then to a development on the problem of the status of desire in the stieglerian pharmacology of mind, which makes it infinite and specific to humans. Finally, this development leads us to a confrontation between Stiegler’s mobilization of doing-right (faire-droit) to unify the domains of philosophy, and a redefinition of doing-right within a differently unified human ecology, whose archireflexive methodological questioning is translated secondarily in this redefinition in terms of suffering needs versus consumerist Desire.
IT-Based Media in Mathematics Learning in Elementary Schools
Authors: Ilham Ilham Syamsudin , Kusmiyati Arum Ningsih  , Siti Rachmah  , Rasilah Rasilah
Published: August 2024

Technological developments are increasingly rapid; in this technological development, many interactive and effective learning media have emerged to be applied in learning. Using the literature study method, researchers want to convey learning media teachers can use or develop using current technology. Such as using the PowerPoint application to present lesson material. Digital Geoshape application to make it easier to study geometry material. GeoGebra application that can be used by students and teachers in line equation material. Adobe Animate application that can create or develop interactive learning media. Online-based PowToon media provides audiovisual media such as animated cartoons, etc. The Canva application provides presentation designs, etc., which help design learning media. Wordwall-based games are games that offer gameplay and learning features. And educational adventure games that can be used in fraction counting operation material.
Reflections
Authors: Quain David
Published: August 2024

This issue of Reflections reports the latest update of ‘citation impact’ metrics for the Journal.  The two year ‘Impact Factor’ has dropped marginally from 2.6 to 2.4 whereas the four year CiteScore has jumped from 4.8 to 6.2.  These metrics capture the average citation per paper over time.  With the Impact Factor this reflects a range of of citations over two years from 11 to none!  Pleasingly, the publication KPIs that segment the process are showing encouraging signs of tightening, especially the previously problematic ‘time to create/edit pdf’.  Changing tack, ‘appearances matter’.  In this case, the cover for the ‘new’ Journal has been the fixed image used during the Wiley years. This has been replaced with a new cover image differentiated by colour to reflect the four issues by season.  In terms of content, this  issue contains three research papers and a major review from Evan Evans and colleagues on innovation and efficiency in malting.
Developing and validating an artificial intelligent empowerment instrument: evaluating the impact of an artificial intelligent literacy programme for secondary school and university students
Authors: Kong Siu-Cheung , Yang Yin
Published: August 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various sectors of society, requiring a new form of literacy: AI literacy. This study validated a new instrument designed to measure students’ AI empowerment conceptualised as consisting of four components: impact, self-efficacy in AI, creative self-efficacy in AI, and meaningfulness. Confirmatory factor analysis was used to validate the proposed components of the AI empowerment instrument. The sample comprised 224 secondary school and university students who completed an 18-hour AI literacy programme. The results showed that the students’ AI empowerment was significantly increased by the AI literacy programme. Specifically, the AI literacy programme was found to narrow the gender gap in AI empowerment. Furthermore, the results highlighted that prior programming experience did not significantly affect AI empowerment, indicating that AI literacy can be achieved regardless of programming experience. This study provides a theoretical framework for understanding and quantifying the extent to which individuals feel empowered after engaging with AI activities for its conceptual understanding. It provides educators with a tool to measure students’ understanding and confidence in their AI abilities. The study also suggests directions for future research.
Chronopharmacological Study Of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor Ramipril In Hypertensive Patients In A Hospital: Analysis Of Efficacy And Tolerability Based On Administration Time Variations
Authors: Fendy Prasetyawan  , Faisal Akhmal Muslikh  , Yuneka Saristiana  , Ratna Mildawati  , Chandra Arifin  , Abd Rofiq  , Dewi Retno Puspitosari
Published: August 2024

This research investigates the chronopharmacological effects of Ramipril administration on hypertensive patients, focusing on the timing of drug intake. Studies conducted by Firli Choerun Nisa and Siti Rohmiati in 2022 provide the basis for this analysis. Using observational-analytic methods with cross-sectional designs, data were collected prospectively from 23 patients in each study. Firli Choerun Nisa's study at RSUD Singaparna Medika Citrautama, Tasikmalaya Regency, involved 14 patients in the light zeitgeber group and 9 in the dark zeitgeber group. Results indicated significant reductions in both systolic and diastolic blood pressures, with the dark zeitgeber group experiencing more substantial decreases. The SPSS analysis showed a p-value of 0.062, indicating no statistically significant difference between the groups. Siti Rohmiati's study at RSUD Dr. Soekardjo Tasikmalaya found similar results. The light zeitgeber group showed a systolic decrease of 9.9 mmHg and a diastolic decrease of 5 mmHg, while the dark zeitgeber group had decreases of 16.66 mmHg and 10.56 mmHg, respectively. The SPSS analysis also yielded a p-value of 0.062, supporting the conclusion of no significant difference in Ramipril's efficacy based on administration timing. The comprehensive analyses revealed that Ramipril effectively reduces blood pressure regardless of the administration time. Significant reductions in both the daytime and nighttime groups were noted, with trends suggesting a more pronounced effect during nighttime administration. These findings emphasize the importance of flexibility in medication timing, enhancing patient adherence without compromising therapeutic outcomes. In conclusion, the timing of Ramipril administration, whether in the morning or evening, does not significantly impact its effectiveness in managing hypertension. This flexibility offers practical benefits for clinical practice, supporting better patient adherence and optimized hypertension management. These studies contribute to the broader understanding of chronopharmacology, providing insights for improved treatment strategies in hypertensive care.
Development of safe operating procedures and early experience of scanning Newborn Infants at 7T
Authors: Bridgen Philippa , Arichi Tomoki , Quirke Megan , Almabis Jennifer , Cromb Daniel , Cawley Paul , Tomi-Tricot Raphael , De Vita Enrico , Price Anthony , Uus Alena , Deprez Maira , Cordero-Grande Lucilio , Giles Sharon , Counsell Serena , Finck Tom , Rutherford Mary , Edwards A , Hajnal Joseph , Malik Shaihan
Published: August 2024

We describe operational processes developed for, and our first experiences in, imaging of newborn infants at 7T. Based on an initial safety study, a new SAR model was adopted, and a protocol developed for safe switching of mode prior and post imaging. Monitoring equipment was tested and cleared for use. Sequences for high-resolution and high-contrast brain imaging were optimized within stricter SAR limits. Image quality and SNR were compared at 7T and 3T, with improved anatomical and pathological features seen at 7T. Our study indicates scanning of newborn infants imaging is possible within the safety considerations needed at 7T.
Comparing the accuracy of single- and dual-R2* fat-water models for assessing hepatic steatosis and iron overload using Monte Carlo simulations
Authors: Shrestha Utsav , Esparza Juan , Satapathy Sanjaya , Vanatta Jason , Tipirneni-Sajja Aaryani
Published: August 2024

Hepatic iron concentration (HIC) and fat fraction (FF) is assessed by chemical-shift encoded multi-spectral fat-water model that incorporates single- or dual-R2* correction. In this study, we designed a realistic virtual liver model simulating the combined presence of hepatic steatosis and iron overload using histology data and synthesized MRI signal in the virtual model using Monte-Carlo simulation to compare the accuracy of the R2* models to quantify FF in the presence of iron. Our results show that single-R2* is consistent than dual-R2* in estimating FF for HIC<=10 mg Fe/g after which both R2* models show higher error.
A Novel Cross-Subject Transformer Denoising Method
Authors: Huang Shoujin , Liu Sixing , Mei Lifeng , Tang Chenhui , Wu Ed X , Lyu Mengye
Published: August 2024

In this work, we propose a new denoising method named Cross-Subject Transformer Denoising (CSTD), which transfers the texture of a reference image retrieved from a large database to the noisy image with soft attention mechanisms. The experiments on the fastMRI dataset with various noise levels show that our method is likely superior to many competing denoising algorithms including current the state-of-the-art NAFNet. Moreover, our method exhibits excellent generalizability when directly applied to in-vivo low-field data without retraining. Due to the flexibility, the method is expected to have a wide range of applications.
Automated, reference-free quantification of cortical bone parameters detects impairments in postmenopausal osteoporosis
Authors: Jones Brandon , Wehrli Felix , Kamona Nada , Vu Brian-Tinh , Lee Hyunyeol , Song Hee Kwon , Mukaddam Mona al , Snyder Peter , Chan Trevor , Witschey Walter , MacLean Matthew , Josselyn Nicholas , Iyer Srikant Kamesh , Rajapakse Chamith
Published: August 2024

While ultrashort echo time (UTE) measures of pore water have shown promise in assessing cortical bone porosity, most are hindered by the need for complicated processing and reference samples. The suppression ratio (SR) is a marker of porosity which is simply calculated as the voxel-wise ratio of two UTE magnitude images, one without and with long-T2 suppression. Automated cortical bone segmentation via deep learning showed elevated SR in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis (P=0.001) and was strongly associated with pore water density (R=0.93) and with pQCT BMD (R=-0.88). Results suggest that SR can detect elevated porosity in postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Microcirculation in aging skeletal muscle assessed with flow-compensated Intravoxel Incoherent Motion (IVIM)
Authors: Mazzoli Valentina , Barbieri Marco , Vainberg Yael , Li Michelle , Middione Matthew , Ennis Daniel , Kogan Feliks , Gold Garry
Published: August 2024

Assessment of microcirculation is extremely important in skeletal muscle aging reasearch. While IVIM can provide extremely valuable information on perfusion, this is usually dominated by flow in larger vessel, resulting in limited sensitivity to microcirculation. In this study we propose the use of flow and non-flow-compensated diffusion encoding waveforms for IVIM of skeletal muscle. Using this approach we show diffrences in IVIM parameters between younger and older adults, and show correlation between the difference in IVIM parameters and age
Assessment of the sacroiliac joint in patients with ankylosing spondylitis by three-dimensional ultrashort echo time MRI
Authors: Ren Cui , Li Qing , Zhu Qiao , Stefan Sommer , Yuan Huishu
Published: August 2024

To assess the diagnostic performance of three-dimensional ultrashort echo time sequence (3D-UTE) in bone erosion detection of the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and to test whether SIJ cartilage T2 * values might help in identification of patients with AS.
IVIM-corrected DTI in acute hamstring injury in a clinically feasible acquisition time: a high-b DTI and multiband acceleration approach
Authors: Rauh Susanne , Suskens Joep , Monte Jithsa , Smithuis Frank , Gurney-Champion Oliver , Tol Johannes , Maas Mario , Nederveen Aart , Strijkers Gustav , Hooijmans Melissa
Published: August 2024

Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) with correction for intravoxel incoherent motion (IVIM) is a potential biomarker to assess hamstring injury recovery and predict return-to-play time. However, the long acquisition times hinder the use in clinical practice. By accelerating in the b-value space and using multiband acceleration the scan time can be reduced to clinically acceptable levels. In this work we showed that those methods preserve the sensitivity to hamstring injuries and that high-b DTI in combination with multiband factor 2 can reduce the scan time to 3:40min.
Multi-contrast Imaging using Dual-pathway Echo-planar Imaging Sequence
Authors: Han Silu , Ramanna Sudhir , Chen Nan-kuei
Published: August 2024

Multi-contrast imaging, commonly acquired with spoiled gradient recalled echo (SPGR) in clinical routine examinations, has less-than-optimal scan efficiency1. Dual-pathway sequences, such as double-echo steady-state (DESS) and inverse double-echo steady-state (iDESS), have been developed to improve signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and scan efficiency as compared with SPGR2. Here we propose to further combine DESS/iDESS sequences and echo-planar imaging (EPI) to enhance scan efficiency, with significant implications to temperature mapping and parametric mapping (e.g., T1-, T2-, T2*-mapping and B0-field mapping, quantitative susceptibility mapping (QSM)3, 4).
Deep Learning Radiomic Analysis of DCE-MRI Predicts Pathological Complete Response to Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer
Authors: Yang Yang , Fan Yaheng , Xie Xiaotong , Huang Bingsheng , Li Yuting , Li Yan , Xu Dinghua , Liu Bihua
Published: August 2024

Based on pre-treatment and early treatment dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (DCE-MRI) and clinical characteristics, we established a pathological complete response (pCR) prediction model using a deep learning radiomic (DLR) method that achieved good performance in the training and validation cohorts. The model can help clinicians evaluate whether the patient can reach pCR after neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) and can provide an effective diagnostic reference for accurate medical treatment of patients receiving NAC.