bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Stress syndromes of the elbow joint region (golfer's/tennis elbow) - a review of the recent literature
Authors: Zwolski Maciej , Puchalski Krzysztof , Klocek Konrad , Hajduk Aleksandra , Mrozek Łukasz , Kostecki Bartosz , Szumlas Zuzanna , Jurek Aleksander , Tekielak Anna
Published: September 2023

Introduction and Purpose: Tennis elbow and golfer's elbow are two stress syndromes of the elbow joint region which have received much attention due to their effects on everyday and sporting activities. This review intends to provide an up-to-date summary of the pathophysiology, clinical manifestation, diagnostic techniques, and treatment options for the two conditions.

State of Knowledge: Recent research has emphasized the complexity of these diseases, connecting various causes to their emergence. The current study also shows how inflammation, tendon degradation, and neural involvement contribute to these disorders. Imaging advancements, such as ultrasound and MRI, have improved the diagnostic process by allowing visualization and recognition of underlying disorders. To ensure proper management, differential diagnoses, such as nerve compression syndromes and other musculoskeletal diseases, must be carefully evaluated. Rest, physiotherapy, NSAIDs, and corticosteroid injections are important first-line treatments. Novel therapeutic interventions, such as PRP therapy and ESWT have recently been studied as supplements or alternatives to traditional procedures. The exercise-based rehabilitation in controlling and preventing recurrence is also emphasized. Although surgery is reserved for the most difficult cases, advances in minimally invasive techniques have resulted in better outcomes.

Conclusion: Recent literature has significantly contributed to our understanding of elbow stress syndromes. The synthesis of recent research provides clinicians with valuable insights into optimal management strategies. Although, further research is crucial to improve diagnosis, develop new treatments, and raise the standard of care for those affected by these conditions.
AMAZON KADINLARI VE "WONDER WOMAN" (2017) FİLMİ ÖZELİNDE SİNEMADA FEMME FATALE KAVRAMI
Authors: SAYICI Fırat
Published: September 2023

Sinemada mitolojik efsanelerin anlatımı her devirde popüler olmuştur. Anlatılan efsanelerden biri de Amazonların hikayesidir. Amazonların çizgi romandaki en büyük temsilcisi olan Wonder Woman 2017 yılında film olarak beyazperdeye aktarılmıştır. Çizgi roman ve mitoloji dünyasından sürekli olarak beslenen sinema sanatı Wonder Woman'ı biraz geç olarak beyazperdeye getirse de büyük bir başarı elde etmiştir. Filmde Amazon miti, feminizmin yükselişi, 1. Dünya Savaşı ve değişen dengeler gibi konular da ele alınmıştır. “Wonder Woman” filmine kadar kadın süper kahramanlar genelde erkek süper kahramanların arkasında ya da gölgesinde kalmıştır. Kadınlar, daha çok erkeklere yardımcı olan, onları destekleyici unsurlar olarak kullanılmışlardır. Oysaki Wonder Woman karakteri, tıpkı çizgi roman dünyasında 1940'lardan itibaren gösterdiği başarıyla erkek egemen kahraman dünyasını sarstığı gibi, sinemada da kendine has yapısıyla gişe rekorları kırmıştır. Filmin senaryosunda ve kadının temsilinde yeni söylem biçimlerinin geliştirildiği aşikardır. Bu çalışma kapsamında anaerkil senaryolarla efsaneleştirilmiş Amazon miti ve bu mitten yola çıkılarak hazırlanan 2017 yapımı "Wonder Woman" filmi, femme fatale tanımı ve kavramı bağlamında tartışmaya açılacaktır. 2017 yapımı filmde, sinemada daha önce benzerleri görülen femme fatale kadın tiplemesinin nasıl modernize edildiğini ve Diana karakteri oluşturulurken ne tarz kodlamalar kullanıldığı ortaya konulacaktır. Böylece sinema tarihi boyunca 1910'lu yıllardan günümüze kadar olan süreçte femme fatale kavramının belirgin kalıplarını, mitoloji ve süper kahraman formuyla buluşturan “Wonder Woman” filminde, sinema seyircisinin bilincine kodlanmış kalıpların yeniden nasıl tasarlandığı gözlenmeye çalışılacaktır.
EROTİZM VE PORNOGRAFİYE YÖNELİK FEMİNİST TARTIŞMALAR ÜZERİNE
Authors: ÖZDEMİR İlker , ATAY Tülay
Published: September 2023

Kadınların değişik biçimlerde seyyar bir reklam panosu olarak ortalıkta dolaştırıldığı ya da ekonomik ve COVİD-19 pandemisi nedenleriyle eve kapanmak zorunda kaldığı günümüzde cinselliğe yer veren ya da cinselliği ele alan ürünlerin büyük çoğunluğunun da cinselliği pazarladığını, satışa sürdüğünü ve bu yollla ticari ürünler ortaya çıkararak cinselliği sömürdüğünü ve kadın ile birlikte artık erkeği de metalaştırdığını ve bunun yanı sıra toplumda var olan bütün eşitsizlik biçimlerinin ve tahakküm ilişkilerinin de bu ürünler aracılığıyla yeniden üretildiğini görüyoruz. Bu ürünlerin arasında pornografi de gündelik hayattaki yaygınlığından dolayı, önemli bir yer tutmaktadır ve özel olarak araştırılmaya ve tartışılmaya muhtaç durumdadır. Çoğu kez, erotik, müstehcen ve pornografik olan, birbiriyle eşanlamlı olarak kullanılmaktadır. Bunun farkına varmamızı sağlayan feminist düşünce ve feminist mücadeleler olmuştur. Bu çalışmada öncelikle erotik, müstehcenlik ve pornografi kavramları iletişim ve medya çalışmaları perspektifinden irdelenecektir, sonrasında ise pornografi üzerine yapılan feminist tartışmalar değerlendirilecektir.
Towards Hierarchical Cluster Analysis Heatmaps as Visual Data Analysis of Entire Student Cohort Longitudinal Trajectories and Outcomes from Grade 9 through College
Authors: Bowers Alex J. , Zhao Yihan , Ho Eric
Published: September 2023

Abstract: Research on data use and school Early Warning Systems (EWS) notes a central practice of researchers and practitioners is to search for patterns in student data to predict outcomes so schools can support success when students experience challenges. Yet, the domain lacks a means to visualize the rich longitudinal data that schools collect. Here, we use visual data analytic hierarchical cluster analysis (HCA) heatmaps to pattern and visualize entire longitudinal grading histories of a national sample of n =14,290 students from grade 9 to college in every enrolled subject and year, visualizing 6,728,920 individual datapoints. We provide both the open access code in R and an open-access online tool allowing anyone to upload their data and create a HCA heatmap, providing support for visual data analytic and data science practice for both education researchers and schooling organizations.
Gifted Black Girls' Perceptions of Support Provided by a Summer Math Camp
Authors: Hicks Michael D. , Warshauer Hiroko , Warshauer Max
Published: September 2023

Abstract: Out-of-school mathematics programs (OSMPs) can be a great benefit for students in STEM. However, little is known about how students perceive the support provided to them by such programs, especially with respect to students of color. In this paper, we draw upon a framework of institutional resource types (Nasir & Cooks, 2009) and performed a semantic, deductive thematic analysis (Braun & Clarke, 2006) to analyze how three gifted Black high school girls perceived the support provided to them by a summer mathematics camp in terms of their mathematical identity. Findings indicate that the students perceived aspects of the camp to be both supportive and unsupportive with respect to their competence, sense of belonging, and aspirations. Implications for improving OSMPs are discussed.
Petit territoire et marchés des groupes de presse locale
Authors: Joux Alexandre , Amiel Pauline
Published: September 2023

Alors que la PQR joue la carte de la concentration pour faire face notamment à la baisse de la publicité, le Groupe La Provence ne peut pas mobiliser ces leviers. Confronté à un marché local limité, il parvient toutefois à augmenter ses recettes publicitaires grâce à une stratégie de diversification. Il déploie un ensemble d’activités en ligne, mais aussi des « hubs » thématiques qui mobilisent les acteurs du territoire. Toutes ces activités sont fédérées sous une marque-ombrelle, « La Provence », portée par l’expertise de la rédaction qui sert ici à crédibiliser les nouveaux projets. Les synergies ainsi créées permettent à la régie de proposer une offre de communication globale qui essaime même au-delà de son petit marché.
médias sous couleur des sciences du jeu
Authors: Philippette Thibault , Bonenfant Maude
Published: September 2023

Article conclusif du volume 49 de Recherches en Communication consacré à la Ludologie Médiatique.
Weiternutzung von LNG-Terminals für klimaneutrale Energieträger
Authors: Riemer Matia
Published: September 2023

Flüssigerdgas ist ein wichtiger Baustein für die Versorgungssicherheit. Doch der Bau von LNG-Terminals birgt die Gefahr, die Nutzung von fossilem Erdgas zu verlängern. Eine Umrüstung für klimaneutrale Energieträger ist mit technischen Herausforderungen verbunden. Wie erschließt sich ein Weg für LNG-Terminals in eine kohlenstoffarme Zukunft?
Nachhaltigkeit als Priorität der europäischen und deutschen Kulturpolitik?
Authors: Weiß Ralf
Published: September 2023

Es hat lange gedauert, bis Nachhaltigkeit zu einem ernsthaften Thema der Kulturpolitik wurde. Seit 2022 gehört das 35 Jahre alte Zukunftskonzept zu den Top‑4-Prioritäten des „Work Plan for Culture“ der Europäischen Union. Das könnte auch die 27 Mitgliedsländer ermutigen, ihre Kulturpolitik auf neue Füße zu stellen.
Einführung in das Schwerpunktthema
Authors: Ebinger Frank , Lautermann Christian
Published: September 2023

Die neuen Regulierungen zur Unternehmenstransparenz für Nachhaltigkeit
Herausforderungen für das Nachhaltigkeitsmanagement?
Authors: Hartmann Julia
Published: September 2023

Aktives Lieferkettenmanagement, das unter anderem ökologische und soziale Nachhaltigkeit umfasst, kann globale Lieferketten resilienter, flexibler und erfolgreicher machen. Welche Herausforderungen und rechtlichen Vorgaben zur Transparenz und zum Schutz von Menschenrechten existieren in globalen Lieferketten?
Electrophysiologic and anti‐inflammatorial effects of cyclooxygenase inhibition in epileptiform activity
Authors: Akunal Türel Canan , Çelik Hümeyra , Çetinkaya Ayhan , Türel İdris
Published: September 2023

The aim of our study is to investigate the electrophysiological and anti‐inflammatory effects of diclofenac potassium on epileptiform activity, which is the liquid form of diclofenac, and frequently used clinically for inflammatory process by inhibiting cyclooxygenase enzyme (COX). Wistar rats aged 2–4 months were divided into Epilepsy, Diazepam, Diclofenac potassium, and Diazepam+diclofenac potassium groups. Diazepam and diclofenac potassium were administered intraperitoneally 30 min after the epileptiform activity was created with penicillin injected intracortically under anesthesia. After the electrophysiological recording was taken in the cortex for 125 min, interleukin‐1β (IL‐1β), interleukin‐6 (IL‐6), and tumor necrosis factor‐α (TNF‐α) were evaluated by the ELISA in the serums. No change was observed between the groups in serum IL‐1β, IL‐6, and TNF‐α values. It was observed that the co‐administration of diclofenac potassium and diazepam at 51–55, 56–60, 61–65, 111–115, and 116–120 min was more effective in reducing spike amplitude than diclofenac potassium alone (p < 0.05). Single‐dose diclofenac potassium did not have an anti‐inflammatory effect in epileptiform activity but both diazepam and diclofenac potassium reduced the epileptiform activity.
Investigation of mesalazine as an antifibrotic drug following myocardial infarction in male mice
Authors: Künzel Stephan R. , Winter Luise , Hoffmann Maximilian , Kant Theresa A. , Thiel Jessica , Kronstein‐Wiedemann Romy , Klapproth Erik , Lorenz Kristina , El‐Armouche Ali , Kämmerer Susanne
Published: September 2023

Objectives

Myocardial infarction (MI) initiates a complex reparative response during which damaged cardiac muscle is replaced by connective tissue. While the initial repair is essential for survival, excessive fibrosis post‐MI is a primary contributor to progressive cardiac dysfunction, and ultimately heart failure. Currently, there are no approved drugs for the prevention or the reversal of cardiac fibrosis. Therefore, we tested the therapeutic potential of repurposed mesalazine as a post‐MI therapy, as distinct antifibrotic effects have recently been demonstrated.

Methods

At 8 weeks of age, MI was induced in male C57BL/6J mice by LAD ligation. Mesalazine was administered orally at a dose of 100 μg/g body weight in drinking water. Fluid intake, weight development, and cardiac function were monitored for 28 days post intervention. Fibrosis parameters were assessed histologically and via qPCR.

Results

Compared to controls, mesalazine treatment offered no survival benefit. However, no adverse effects on heart and kidney function and weight development were observed, either. While total cardiac fibrosis remained largely unaffected by mesalazine treatment, we found a distinct reduction of perivascular fibrosis alongside reduced cardiac collagen expression.

Conclusions

Our findings warrant further studies on mesalazine as a potential add‐on therapy post‐MI, as perivascular fibrosis development was successfully prevented.
SYNTACTIC FOAMS AS COMPOSITE MATERIALS FOR HIGH-TECH INDUSTRIES
Authors:   Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry NAS of Ukraine, 48, Kharkivske shose, Kyiv, 02155, Ukraine, Gusakova К.G. , Trachevskyi V.V. ,   Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry NAS of Ukraine, 48, Kharkivske shose, Kyiv, 02155, Ukraine, Shulzhenko D.М. ,   Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry NAS of Ukraine, 48, Kharkivske shose, Kyiv, 02155, Ukraine, Grande D. ,   Institut de Chimie et des Matériaux Paris-Est, UMR 7182 CNRS – Université Paris-Est Créteil Val-de-Marne, 2, rue Henri Dunant, 94320 Thiais, France, Fainleib О.М. ,   Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry NAS of Ukraine, 48, Kharkivske shose, Kyiv, 02155, Ukraine
Published: September 2023

The present review introduces the analysis and gathering modern ideas about the novel polymer composites, namely polymer syntactic foams, known as extremely widely used multifunctional materials with unique properties that meet the requirements of advanced high-tech industries. The main classifications, methods of synthesis and characteristization of various types of polymer foams were summarized. Special attention has been paid to structural features and properties of polymer syntactic foams. The main types of polymer matrices and fillers used for synthesis of thermosetting syntactic foams were characterized in details. The influence of initial composition and fabrication techniques applied on morphology, physical-chemical properties and application of composite materials comprising polymer syntactic foams in high-tech industries such as marine and underwater, aerospace, defense and transport has been also established. The review also highlights the analysis of world markets, trends and forecasting the further development of syntactic foams, especially high-performanced ones, disclosing their advantages and disadvantages. Presumable ways of modification of the existing types of polymer syntactic foams as well as perspectiveness of further progress in this research area to obtain the improved high-performance materials are also outlined.
NANOCOMPOSITES BASED ON ACRYLIC OLIGOMERS AND MODIFIED MONTMORILLONITE
Authors:   Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry NAS of Ukraine, 48, Kharkivske shose, Kyiv, 02155, Ukraine, Gonchar O.M.
Published: September 2023

This comprehensive review encompasses a comprehensive analysis of nearly all established methodologies developed within the last 15-20 years to fabricate silicate/polymer nanocomposites based on acrylic oligomers and modified montmorillonite. The review thoroughly examines the diverse strategies employed to create these specific nanocomposites, categorizing them according to the distinct methods employed for mineral modification. The review systematically investigates three principal avenues of layered silicate modification. The first avenue involves the utilization of montmorillonite which has been modified with alkylammonium surfactants, shedding light on the intricacies and outcomes associated with this approach. The second avenue focuses on montmorillonite modification achieved through photopolymerization initiators, exploring the nuances and advancements within this context. The third avenue delves into the functionalization of montmorillonite with reactive groups, offering a comprehensive evaluation of this avenue’s potential and limitations. Each direction is dissected in terms of its distinctive advantages and drawbacks, contributing to a thorough understanding of the factors influencing the choice of a particular approach. This multidimensional exploration allows for a well-informed consideration of the most suitable method for a given application. By presenting a holistic perspective on the various methodologies, advantages, and challenges, the review aids in enhancing the collective understanding of this specialized area and promoting further advancements in the development of innovative silicate/polymer nanocomposites. This review also encompasses a comprehensive exploration of fundamental techniques instrumental in studying these intricate materials. The review also includes a number of basic methods used to study polymer/silicate nanocomposites. The main ones are small-angle X-ray scattering SAXS, X-ray diffraction XRD, transmission electron microscopy TEM, Scanning electron microscopy SEM, Dynamic mechanical analysis DMA and Dynamic mechanical thermal analysis DMTA. By illuminating the investigative tools used to unveil the structural and mechanical intricacies of these materials, the review empowers researchers to make informed decisions, advance their research, and contribute to the continued evolution of nanocomposite science.
THERMAL PROPERTIES OF CROSS-LINKED POLYMERS BASED ON CHITOSAN AND POLYACRYLAMIDE
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, 64/13, Volodymyrska Street, City Of Kyiv, Ukraine, 01601, Nadtoka O. , Vashchenko O. ,   Institute for Scintillation Materials, 60, ave. Nauky, Kharkiv, Ukraine, 61172, Kutsevol N. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, 64/13, Volodymyrska Street, City Of Kyiv, Ukraine, 01601
Published: September 2023

The thermal properties of cross-linked polymers based on chitosan and polyacrylamide were studied. Samples of the resulting network polymers, which included chains of polyacrylamide and chitosan, were obtained as hydrogel materials by radical polymerization of acrylamide in the presence of chitosan using the redox system of cerium (IV) ammonium nitrate as an initiator and N,N’-methylene-bis-acrylamide as a crosslinker. The structure of the obtained polymers was confirmed by comparing their IR spectra with the spectra of chitosan and polyacrylamide. It was shown that in the IR spectrum of the chitosan-containing sample, the peak at 2932 cm -1 indicates the presence of CH2 groups in the polymer chains and the formation of cross-links. Deformation and valence vibrations of the amide group in polyacrylamide are observed at 1600–1660 cm -1, and the band at 1633 and 1411 cm -1, which appears when the amide bond of polyacrylamide is formed, corresponds to C-N vibrations in the graft copolymer. These characteristic bands confirm the possibility of graft copolymerization of acrylamide on chitosan. The influence of the mass ratio of chitosan and polyacrylamide on the thermal properties of polymer systems was investigated by the method of thermogravimetric and differential thermogravimetric analysis. Atmospheric gas (1 bar, 40 % relative humidity) was used in all thermoanalytical measurements. The samples were examined after vacuum drying at 4 × 10-7 bar and 60 °C using Concentrator Plus. TGA and DTG curves were obtained in the temperature range from 30 to 500 °C with a scanning speed of 5 °C/min using 40 μl aluminum oxide crucibles. It was established that increasing the concentration of chitosan during synthesis reduces the amount of bound water in the obtained samples. Analysis of thermal destruction at the final stages of heating indicates that the presence of chitosan in samples of cross-linked polymers increases their heat resistance by 10–15 °C. The obtained regularities can be used in the creation of composite materials for hydrogel wound dressings and covering medical agents for external use.
Chaplaincy – On the Trail of Spirituality
Authors: Weiher Erhard , Leget Carlo
Published: September 2023

In the health-related and practical-theological debate, it is increasingly recognized that the core task of healthcare chaplaincy is spiritual care. There is a focus on the fundamental importance and necessity of spiritual accompaniment. However, concepts relating to this are only described in outline. Concepts that develop healthcare chaplaincy more precisely and present specific methods for the concrete “how” of spiritual care are still rare. This article outlines a basic dimension for chaplaincy and a methodology that is committed to the spiritual reality of people in secular modernity, beyond the internal religious culture.
The barriers for electron and hole injection from Si substrate into the RF magnetron-deposited In2O3 : Er films
Authors: Feklistov K. V. , Lemzyakov A. G. , Shklyaev A. A. , Protasov D. Yu. , Deryabin A. S. , Spesivsev E. V. , Gulyaev D. V. , Pugachev A. M. , Esaev D. G.
Published: September 2023

The In2O3 : Er films were deposited on Si substrates by the RF magnetron sputtering technique. For the Si substrates of both n- and p-type the current through the MOS-structure (Si/In2O3 : Er/In-contact) was described by the thermionic emission of the main currents over the barrier, with the correction of the applied voltage into the partial voltage drop in silicon. By the temperature dependence measurements of the forward currents at small under-barrier biases the barriers for the current injection from Si into the films were found equal to the 0.14 eV and 0.3 eV for the electrons and holes accordingly. The obtained small barrier for the holes is described by the presence of the defect state density. It tails from the valence band maximum into the In2O3 : Er band gap and provides there the conduction channel for holes. The defect state density in the In2O3 : Er band gap is proved by the PL data in the respective energy range 1.55–3 eV. The band analysis for the hetero-structure Si/In2O3 : Er is performed. It gives the energy gap between the electrons in the In2O3 : Er conduction band and the holes in the band gap channel equal to the 1.56 eV.
Spor Bilimleri Fakültesinde Öğrenim Gören Öğrencilerin Öğrenme Tercihlerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: KARA Mehmet , SELVİ Hüseyin
Published: September 2023

Bu araştırmanın amacı, beden eğitimi ve spor öğretmeni adaylarının, öğrenme stillerini Grasha-Riechmann ve Algısal Öğrenme Stilleri’ne göre çeşitli değişkenler açısından incelemektir. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu, 2021-2022 bahar döneminde Mersin Üniversitesi Spor Bilimleri Fakültesinde öğrenim gören (yaşları X ̅=21,58 ve ss=2.14, N(kadın)=142, N(erkek)=168) toplam 310 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Araştırma verileri “Demografik Bilgi Formu”, “Grasha ve Riechmann Öğrenci Öğrenme Stilleri Ölçeği (GRSLSS)” ve “Algısal Öğrenme Stilleri Ölçeği” kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Verilerin analizinde betimsel istatistikler, t testi, F-testi, korelasyon ve regresyon analizlerinden yararlanılmıştır. Elde edilen sonuçlara göre cinsiyet değişkeni; GRSLSS ’nin alt boyutlarından Çekingen ve Bağımlı öğrenme stili ve Algısal Öğrenme Stilleri Ölçeğinin tüm alt boyutlarına göre anlamlı şekilde farklılaşmaktadır. Yine öğrenim görülen bölüm değişkenine göre öğrenme stillerini incelemek için yapılan analiz sonucunda; Algısal Öğrenme’nin, Hareketsel Öğrenme alt boyutu ile GRSLSS’nin İşbirlikçi Öğrenme Stili hariç tüm alt boyutları anlamlı şekilde farklılaşmaktadır. GRSLSS’ ye ait alt boyutlar ile Algısal Öğrenme Stilleri ölçeğine ait alt boyutlar arasındaki ilişkileri belirlemek için yapılan korelasyon analizi sonucunda pozitif ve negatif yönlü güçlü ilişkiler tespit edilirken, oluşturulmuş olan çoklu regresyon modelinde bağımsız değişken olan GRSLSS’nin, bağımlı değişken olan Algısal Öğrenme Stillerinin boyutundaki değişimlerin %76’sını açıkladığı saptanmıştır. Spor bilimleri öğrencilerinin cinsiyetleri, öğrenim gördükleri bölümleri ve tercih ettikleri öğrenme stillerinin, öğrenme faaliyetlerinde farklılıklar oluşturduğu söylenebilir.
Ortaokul Başarı Ölçülerinin Ortaöğretim Kurumları Merkezi Sınav Puanlarını Yordama Gücü
Authors: KELEŞ Taliha
Published: September 2023

Çalışmanın amacı, ortaokuldaki ilgili derslerin yıl sonu başarı puanlarının Ortaöğretim Kurumları Merkezî Sınavı (OKMS) alt testlerine ait ham puanları yordama düzeyini ortaya koymaktır. Çalışmada öğrencilerin 5, 6, 7 ve 8. sınıf Türkçe, matematik, fen bilimleri, T.C. inkılap tarihi ve Atatürkçülük, yabancı dil ve din kültürü ve ahlak bilgisi dersi yıl sonu başarı puanları bağımsız değişken, OKMS alt testi ham puanları bağımlı değişken olarak alınmıştır. Araştırma sorularını cevaplamak için aşamalı çoklu regresyon analizi kullanılmıştır. Çalışma grubunu, 2018 yılında Bursa ilinin 17 ilçesindeki 24 ortaokulda 8. sınıfta öğrenim gören ve OKMS’ye giren 3357 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Elde edilen sonuçlara göre, OKMS Türkçe, matematik ve T.C. inkılap tarihi ve Atatürkçülük alt testlerini en iyi yordayan değişkenlerin ilgili derslerin 8, 5, 7 ve 6. sınıf yıl sonu başarı puanları; OKMS fen bilimleri alt testini en iyi yordayan değişkenlerin 8, 6, 5 ve 7. sınıf fen bilimleri yıl sonu başarı puanları; OKMS yabancı dil alt testini en iyi yordayan değişkenlerin 8, 7 ve 6. sınıf yabancı dil yıl sonu başarı puanları ve OKMS din kültürü ve ahlak bilgisi alt testini en iyi yordayan değişkenlerin 8, 5 ve 7. sınıf din kültürü ve ahlak bilgisi yıl sonu başarı puanları olduğu tespit edilmiştir. İlgili derslere ait değişkenlerin OKMS Türkçe alt testindeki başarının %60,4’ünü, OKMS matematik alt testindeki başarının %39,3’ünü, OKMS fen bilimleri alt testindeki başarının %61,1’ini, OKMS T.C. İnkılap Tarihi ve Atatürkçülük alt testindeki başarının %53,4’ünü, OKMS yabancı dil alt testindeki başarının %65,3’ünü ve OKMS din kültürü ve ahlak bilgisi alt testindeki başarının %52,3’ünü açıkladığı belirlenmiştir.
Pandemi Sürecinde Okul Yöneticilerinin Liderlik Davranışları İle Öğretmenlerin Örgütsel Yabancılaşma Düzeylerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: TAŞKIN Şennur , DEMİRDAĞ Seyithan
Published: September 2023

Bu araştırma pandemi sürecinde okul yöneticilerinin liderlik davranışları ile öğretmenlerin örgütsel yabancılaşma düzeylerinin incelenmesi üzerine yapılan bir araştırmadır. Okul yöneticilerinin liderlik davranışları ile öğretmenlerin örgütsel yabancılaşma düzeylerinin incelenmesi üzerine yapılan araştırmalar sınırlı düzeydedir. Bu araştırma, bu alanda yapılan çalışmalara yeni bir bakış açısı kazandırmak ve var olan boşluğu doldurmak amacı ile yapılmıştır Araştırmada, Okul Yöneticilerinin Liderlik Tarzı Davranışlarını Betimleme Ölçeği ve Öğretmenlerin Örgütsel Yabancılaşma Düzeyi Betimleme Ölçeği kullanılarak öğretmenlerin görüşleri alınmıştır. Araştırma “betimsel tarama modeli” ile gerçekleştirilmiştir. Bu kapsamda, araştırma örneklemini 2021-2022 eğitim öğretim yılı Zonguldak ili kapsamında görev yapan 294 öğretmen oluşturmaktadır. Verilerin değerlendirilmesinde yüzde ve frekans, ortalama ve standart sapma analizleri yapılmıştır. İki değişken arasındaki anlamlı farkı tespit etmek için bağımsız t-testi, ikiden fazla değişken için ise ANOVA testleri kullanılmıştır. Zonguldak’ta görev yapan öğretmenlerin algılarına göre okul müdürlerinin en çok ‘demokratik lider davranışı’ en az da ‘otokratik lider davranışı’ sergilediği belirlenmiştir. Öğretmenlerin örgütsel yabancılaşma düzeylerini incelediğimizde ise ortalamanın düşük seviyede olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Öğretmenlerin güçsüzlük alt boyutu ortalamalarının genel ortalamanın üzerinde olduğu ve yalıtılmış boyutunun ortalamaya yakın düzeyde olduğu gözlenmiştir. Buradan hareketle öğretmenlerin kurumlarında örgütsel yabancılaşma yaşamadıkları fakat okul yöneticilerinin sergilemiş oldukları liderlik tarzı davranışlardan kaynaklı kendilerini daha fazla güçsüz ve yalıtılmış hissettikleri söylenebilir. Öğretmenlik mesleği yaşanan öğrenci varyasyonu nedeni ile dinamik bir yapıya sahiptir. Bu özelliği ile mesleğin tekdüzeleşmesini engel olmakta ve mesleki yabancılaşmanın çok sık yaşanmamasına sebep olmaktadır. Yine de nitelikli bir eğitim öğretim süreci için okul liderleri sergiledikleri liderlik davranışını örgütsel yabancılaşmayı en alt düzeye çekecek şekilde belirlemelidir.
Periodontal Inflammation and Its Relationship with the Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases: Literature Review
Authors: Guevara S Espinoza , Jaramillo Y Guevara , Lagla A Chicaiza , Altamirano Gabriela Vaca
Published: September 2023

For dental practice today, it has become important to emphasize the relevance of periodontal inflammation and oral microorganisms in the development and progression of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases. Generally, the focus on PI as a causal factor of CVD is due to the great complexity and interaction that present the Gram-negative bacteria characteristic of chronic periodontal disease with the vast vascularization of the stomatognathic system. In many recent studies, researchers examined the association at the cellular and molecular level between periodontal and cardiovascular diseases.  Although the specific causal correlation as a determining risk factor has not been established, it seems that periodontal disease is associated with several systemic diseases. In this connection, atherosclerosis is important in recent years. There is a possibility of an association documented in several field investigations, and this one refers to a systemic bacteremia caused by poor oral hygiene, which in turn can cause bacterial growth on the atherosclerotic plaques located in the coronary arteries, which possibly.
Socioeconomic Position and Dental Caries in Latin America: A Systematic Review
Authors: Carmen Salinas Goodier , Guillermo López Torres Rómulo , Del Rocío Lozada López Fanny , Marcelo Armijos Briones Fernando
Published: September 2023

People who are in a bad socioeconomic position usually experience bad health outcomes. Moreover, higher mortality rates are linked to deteriorating socioeconomic status. This trend can also be observed in oral health. Worldwide, the highest prevalence of disease caries in permanent teeth was observed in Andean Latin America. The aim of this review was to determine the risk of caries based on the socioeconomic position in Latin America. The protocol was designed in accordance with the Cochrane standards for systematic reviews. The search criteria met the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analysis Protocols (PRISMA) guidelines. A total of 152 articles were reviewed. Finally, 9 studies were included in the review. There is a direct association between socioeconomic status, parents' educational level, family income, and oral health education and patients' caries experience. Furthermore, this review highlights the lack of research in Latin America on oral health and the lack of policies based on scientific evidence to try to reduce the caries rate in the pediatric and adult population.
Experience of use of the individual cutting block «5 in 1» using total knee arthroplasty
Authors: Filippova Anastasia V. , Khurtsilava Otari  G. , Ptashnikov Dmitrii  A.
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND: Total knee arthroplasty is the most progressively developing direction in the modern orthopaedic world. With the new visualization technologies, a whole new field of computer-assisted orthopaedic surgery has emerged. Generally, three groups can be distinguished in computer-assisted orthopedic surgery. The 1st group the use of individual resection blocks, templates or guides remains the most relevant today. However, the use of currently existing individual resection blocks, according to the literature, has contradictory results.
CLINICAL CASES DESCRIPTION: This work presents the author's developed technique of a new preoperative 3D modeling for total knee arthroplasty using individual resection blocks. The paper presents a clinical case demonstrating the effectiveness of the new technique.
CONCLUSION: The strategy CT+MRI, in our opinion, is the optimal solution not only for competent preoperative planning of total knee arthroplasty, but also for designing individual resection blocks. Our individual resection blocks allowed us to improve the accuracy of total knee arthroplasty.
Gifted Early Readers’ Health Development and Well-Being: A Survey on Teachers’ Attitudes, Beliefs, Knowledge and Pedagogical Practices in the Regular Classroom
Authors: Festman Julia
Published: September 2023

Children’s well-being at school has only recently attracted much attention, in particular when linked to school closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the assumption being that children feel well when being able to go to school. However, gifted early readers (i.e., those who have learned to read all by themselves and show good reading skills already at the beginning of primary education) are known to be rather bored in particular in reading lessons if their skills are not promoted according to their accelerated development and needs. Teachers’ lack of knowledge how to provide adequate support for gifted early readers has been linked to detrimental effects on these children’s development and may lead to their school underachievement at early and/or later stages of formal education. In this paper, we aim to shed light onto teachers’ attitudes, beliefs, and knowledge when dealing with gifted early readers in primary school education to find out whether their pedagogical actions in a regular classroom are adequate to meet the gifted early readers’ needs. In an online questionnaire, primary school teachers from Austria (N = 41) who had active experience with early readers were asked to respond to eleven subscales covering child-, teacher-, and school-related factors as well as pedagogical actions in relation to gifted early readers in primary school on a 5-point Likert-scale. The results showed that teachers’ positive attitudes towards children’s advanced skills and beliefs were child-oriented and supportive in general and that they were interested in the child’s competences and reading habits. Their actions were in general not inducing bullying. However, their pedagogical actions did not seem to meet the children’s needs what might be due to a lack of specific knowledge about gifted children, and early readers in particular. Teachers in primary school need professional development opportunities such as training courses for the gifted early readers in order to gain more in-depth knowledge about these children’s needs and how these can be met with adequate pedagogical actions in the regular classroom, how their skills and knowledge can be best promoted to grant healthy development and to prevent boredom, bullying and academic underachievement.
Determinants of male involvement in partner's cervical cancer screening in Makueni County, Kenya
Authors: Wambua Ruth T. , Onsongo Lister N. , Ndombi Eric M.
Published: September 2023

Background:  Cervical cancer is the fourth cause of cancer deaths globally and is ranked in Kenya as the second cause of cancer-related deaths among females. Men are crucial in minimizing cervical cancer burden. This study sought to establish the socio-cultural and economic factors determining male involvement in their partner's cervical cancer screening in Makueni County, Kenya.
Methods: A mixed-method cross-sectional study was used to obtain quantitative and qualitative data from men using questionnaires. Participants were married men aged 18-64 who sought services at three mid-level rural hospitals in Makueni County. Three key Informant face-to-face interviews were conducted. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferences. Qualitative data was analyzed through codes and themes.
Results:  The study included 291 men. Men's involvement in their partner's cervical cancer screening was low. Only 18% of the participants showed high involvement. The participants' mean age was 38.59 (SD±10.51). Younger men (median age=33 years) were significantly more involved than their older counterparts (median age=38 years) (U=4363, p=0.020). The level of male involvement was strongly linked to the rural area of residence (p=0.001) and the hospital where the respondents were interviewed (p=0.012). Other determining factors included employment status (p=0.004), educational level (p=0.000, and spousal screening history (p=0.000). The odds of male involvement were higher in men who understood their role in cervical cancer screening than those who did not (OR=4.550, 95% CI [1.307, 15.844], p=0.017).
Conclusions: Male involvement in their partner’s cervical cancer screening remains significantly low, and demographics and sociocultural factors are key to these poor trends.
VIABILIDADE DE IMPLEMENTAÇÃO DA ENERGIA MAREMOTRIZ EM PLATAFORMAS PETROLÍFERAS OFFSHORE NA BACIA DO FOZ DO AMAZONAS
Authors: Gomes-Rodrigues-Negrão Ana Beatriz , Ferreira-Corrêa Shelda Rebbeca , Lima-e Silva Wanessa K. , P.C Trejo , Salinas-Silva Raúl , Camacho-Galindo Stefanny , Gomes Vando , Guerrero-Martin Laura E. , de Freitas Pedro Paulo , Restrepo-Linarez Daniel Felipe , Saldanha Corrêa Edinelson , Guerrero-Martin Camilo Andrés
Published: September 2023

O seguinte artigo consiste em avaliar a viabilidade da implementação de usinas maremotriz para o abastecimento do sistema elétrico de usinas petrolíferas offshore na bacia amazônica, a fim de que estas passem a não necessitar da queima de gases obtidos na extração do petróleo, aumentando o espaço nas plataformas, ao extinguir os geradores acionados por turbinas à gás; assim diminuindo os impactos ambientais causados pela queima de combustível fóssil. Para esta analise foram utilizados a plataforma de software System Advisor Model, para a modelagem do perfil energético da usina dentro da subcamada Tidal e para estabelece os parâmetros: recursos, energia convertida, distância prevista entre a usina, plataforma de petróleo; além de perdas durante e após o processo de implementação; e a Rede de Modelagem e Observação Oceanográfica para obter os dados da velocidade das correntes no bloco apresentado no mapa de blocos exploratórios da Agência Nacional do Petróleo, Gás Natural e Biocombustíveis. Diante dessa análise pode-se observar que a implementação de uma usina maremotriz ao bloco ofertado FZA-M-759 é viável devido suprir, confortavelmente, uma plataforma offshore nessa localização e implementar uma importante transição energética ao evitar a queima de combustíveis fósseis aplicando uma energia limpa, energia maremotriz.
Aspectos farmacológicos y adherencia al tratamiento antirretroviral en pacientes VIH
Authors: Gómez-Mercado Carlos Alberto , Madrigal-Cadavid Juliana , Rendón-Montoya Alejandra , Hincapié Ana María , Giraldo-Álzate Newar Andrés , Estrada-Acevedo Jorge Iván
Published: September 2023

Introducción: la adherencia al tratamiento farmacológico favorece la supresión viral y reduce la resistencia a la terapia antirretroviral de gran actividad a largo plazo. Objetivo: determinar la relación entre los aspectos farmacológicos y la adherencia al tratamiento antirretroviral de una IPS colombiana. Metodología: estudio analítico transversal en 9835 pacientes con diagnóstico de VIH en tratamiento antirretroviral entre los años 2012 a 2020. Se utilizó un modelo de regresión logística binaria múltiple con fines explicativos. Resultados: la proporción de adherencia fue de 90,04% y en el modelo ajustado se evaluó su relación con los antecedentes de no adherencia (ORa:0,52 IC95%:0,40–0,66), grupo farmacológico (2 ITIAN + 1 IP u otro) (ORa:1,22 IC95%:0,99–1,76), dos tomas al día (ORa:1,02 IC95%:0,74–1,40), unidades al día (≥ 3) (ORa:0,69 IC95%:0,47–1,02), reacciones adversas a medicamentos (ORa:0,56 IC95%:0,40–0,78), polimedicación (ORa:1,36 IC95%:1,00–1,85), tiempo TAR (1 a 2 años) (ORa:1,63 IC95%:1,27–2,09),tiempo TAR (6 a 12 meses) (ORa:1,66 IC95%:1,27–2,18), tiempo TAR (<6 meses) (ORa:1,36 IC95%:1,03–1,78), tasa de reclamación de los medicamentos (ORa:0,42 IC95%:0,32–0,55) y antecedentes PRUM (ORa:0,11 IC95%:0,09–0,14). Conclusión: los antecedentes de no adherencia, reacciones adversas, tasa de reclamación de los medicamentos y antecedentes de problemas relacionados con el uso de medicamentos son aspectos que reducen la probabilidad de adherencia; mientras que el mayor tiempo de uso del tratamiento aumenta la misma.
Assessing historical climate trends in Dhaka City: A multivariate analysis using Mann-Kendall and Sen's slope method
Authors: Hossen Md Sabbir , Evan Raian Islam
Published: September 2023

This study presents a comprehensive assessment of the historical climatology of Dhaka city over a period of fifty years (1971-2021), utilizing five distinct climate parameters: Skin Temperature, Air Temperature, Rainfall, Wind Speed, and Humidity. The study employed various statistical methods, such as Linear regression, the Mann-Kendall test model, and Sen’s slope estimator method, to examine the significant patterns in climate data and quantify the degree of fluctuations in the variables. The results of the Mann-Kendall Test provided evidence that each parameter's values displayed a statistically significant trend. The Sen's Slope estimator revealed a declining trend in the monthly mean value of all climate parameters except for wind speed and humidity. The annual average Skin and Air Temperature in Dhaka City increased at a rate of 0.033°C and 0.065°C respectively over the study period; as a result, the average annual Rainfall and Humidity showed an increasing tendency, which was 1.225 mm and 0.086% respectively. The Monsoon period demonstrated the highest rainfall and humidity levels, while the winter season demonstrated the lowest levels of these parameters. The trend of Wind Speed has exhibited a decrease at a rate of 0.032 m/s over the past five decades. A critical analysis evaluates the trends and patterns observed in the data. This research attempts to improve understanding of the components that have influenced the climate of Dhaka City by evaluating historical data.
Determinants of the dividend payout policy of multinational companies in Bangladesh: Evidence from Dhaka stock exchange
Authors: Hossain Tarik , Khalifa Md. Miraz , Ahmmed Raju
Published: September 2023

This study tries to establish the important factors influencing the dividend payout policy of the Multinational Companies (MNCs) in Bangladesh in order to assist investors in making the best possible investment decisions.  Data for this study was collected from several MNCs listed on the DSE from 2015 to 2021. The relationship between the dependent variable, Dividend Payout Ratio (DPR) and selected independent variables such as Return on Equity (ROE), Liquidity Ratio (LEQR), Leverage Ratio (LEVR), Firm Size (FS), Dividend Payout Ratio of Previous Year (PDPR), Corporate Tax Ratio (CTR) and Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) is evaluated using Pearson's correlation and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression models for data analysis and hypothesis testing. The regression analysis results showed a mixed result.  The ROE and CTR are significantly related to DPR. Higher ROE and CTR emphasis a higher dividend for stock holders. The FS is significantly negatively related to DPR. Due to the costs associated with paying for the profits of substantial assets, large firms pay lower dividends.  Other variables such as LEQR, LEVR, PDPR, CTR and CAR have no significant impact on the DPR. The investors and the concerned authorities can consider ROE, CTR and FS to forecast the future dividend for the MNCs in Bangladesh.
Comparations Controlled Cord Traction and Manual Removal of Placenta in Caesarean Section: Prospective Study of Somali Pregnant Women
Authors: M.D. Adil Barut , Mohamud M.D. Deka Omer
Published: September 2023

Aim: This study sought to examine the intraoperative and postoperative outcomes of Controlled cord traction and manual removal of the placenta in the third stage of labour during the caesarean section.
Methods: We prospectively enrolled pregnancies who were admitted to the clinic of the Department of obstetrics and Gynaecology for caesarean section (Pfannenstiel method) in addition to providing sociodemographic data (age, body mass index) and clinical data (haemoglobin, total operative time, removed placenta total time, postpartum haemorrhage, need to blood transfusion, hospital stay, intensive care unit (ICU) admission, postoperative eating and drinking time, and intrabdominal blood).
Results: Of 196 participating women, 98 performed controlled cord traction removal of the placenta, and 98 performed manual removal. The controlled cord traction removal of the placenta group and the manual removal of the placenta group had similar blood loss (haemoglobin drop) and postpartum haemorrhage (p>0.05). In the controlled cord traction removal of placenta group, significant intra-operative findings were shorter removal of placenta time (18.7±10.6 vs 28.6±13.1 second, p=0.0001), shorter total operative time (36.3±10.7 vs 41.8±11.4, p=0.003) and lower prevalence of presenting intrabdominal blood (12.2% vs 26.7%, p=0.021). Significant postoperative findings were earlier eating time ( 15.0±7.3 vs 19.6±14.4 hours, p=0.011) and lower incidence of endometritis ( 1% vs 4.1%, p=0.042) compared with the manual removal of placenta.
Conclusion: The umbilical cord traction maneuverer for the placenta delivery had more advantages than the manual removal maneuverer. This technique should be recommended during the third stage of labour during the caesarean section.
Nature and scope of change within post-socialist Polish enterprises
Authors: Stępień Beata , Robinson Izabela
Published: September 2023

This paper examines the process of strategic management within post-socialist Polish enterprises within last five years (1995-2000). There can be no doubt as to the dramatically altered environment within which post-socialist Polish enterprises are required to compete. By the same token, the strategic orientation of post-socialist enterprises has had to change. What is less clear, however, is the nature, scope and direction of change at enterprise level and the specific drivers of strategic change. What explanations can be found for the fact that enterprises within the same industry, subject to similar environmental pressures, have chosen significantly different paths to adjustment with entirely diverse results? How exactly can we differentiate the strategies adopted by transforming enterprises both immediately after the dismantling of the socialist system and more recently? The aim of our research was to provide answers to these questions. We begin by evaluating evidence of enterprise restructuring during the initial period of transformation and move on to present empirical evidence as to the strategic direction of a sample of post-socialist Polish firms during the last five years of transformation. We see this as a significant period in the transformation process as enterprises move away from a 'wait and see' cautious approach to the one which demonstrates a greater awareness of the need for a proactive strategy in adjustment to the free market conditions. Our paper presents a critical appraisal of enterprise adjustment and focuses on the nature and scope of change within post-socialist Polish enterprises within the following areas: • changes in ownership and their impact on the enterprise, • changes in market orientation and segmentation, • developments in strategy formulation, • changes in work processes and the management of people. (original abstract)