bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Health-Promoting Housing and Care Concepts for Older People with Dementia?
Authors: Høyland Karin
Published: December 2024

Norwegian municipalities require increasing the number of care places. The main challenge for the municipalities is to obtain enough high-quality and suitable residential facilities. As buildings are often inflexible structures, they will impact their daily lives for decades. The question is whether the environment can support and promote health for the residents. These concepts have been planned over the last 10 years and built over the past three years. They were inspired by a similar concept in Hoegeweyk, the Netherlands, supported by a state-of-the-art report based on relevant research published in SINTEF 2015. This knowledge has been translated into three concepts (two nursing homes and one care housing) in three different communities in Norway. A case study has been conducted to examine the implementation of these new concepts. The primary questions posed include: Do these concepts operate as intended? What have been the experiences of the staff, residents, and relatives regarding the solutions? How was the process, from idea to construction, and how was the care concept implemented? We are exploring whether this provides health-promoting experiences. We conducted in-depth interviews to gather data and analyzed the buildings, care concepts and architectural plans. The physical solutions and service models in our study have shown to strongly influence each other, leading to promising outcomes. The fact that the residents can move around in a sheltered, nice outdoor area inspires them to walk and gives them a feeling of freedom and contact with nature. Smaller groups provide an experience of domesticity and strengthen person-centered care. Other citizens are invited to use the common spaces in the buildings, such as children from kindergarten, a dancing group, a quire, etc. Bringing the outside world in, increased mobility, daylight, and fresh air seems to support health. These positive outcomes underscore the potential of our health-promoting housing and care concepts for the elderly with dementia.
In vitro studies of piracetam inhibitory properties in the glycation of human serum albumin process.
Authors: Restel Tamara , Szkudlarek Agnieszka , Maciążek-Jurczyk Małgorzata
Published: December 2024

Przedmiot badań: Albumina surowicy ludzkiej (ang. Human Serum Albumin, HSA), jako główne białko osocza krwi, odpowiada za wiele kluczowych procesów zachodzących w organizmie. U pacjentów zmagających się z cukrzycą nasilony proces glikacji może wpływać na stabilność, aktywność i zdolność wiązania albuminy z lekami. Końcowe produkty zaawansowanej glikacji (ang. Advanced Glycation End Products, AGEs) mają negatywny wpływ na sprawność i funkcjonowanie wielu układów i narządów. Piracetam (PIR) jest związkiem cyklicznym wywodzącym się z kwasu gamma-aminomasłowego (GABA), wykazującym korzystny wpływ na upośledzone funkcje mózgowe poprzez poprawę funkcji poznawczych i neuronalnych. Piracetam stosowany jest w przypadku niedotlenienia mózgu będącego wynikiem np. wypadku, u osób w podeszłym wieku zmagających się z chorobą Alzheimera, a także u dzieci z dysleksją.
Cel badań: Celem badań była ocena zmian konformacyjnych zachodzących w modyfikowanej (glikowanej) cząsteczce albuminy surowicy ludzkiej oraz analiza inhibicyjnych właściwości piracetamu w przebiegu glikacji albuminy surowicy krwi ludzkiej.
Materiały i metody: Badania prowadzono z użyciem glikowanej glukozą (gHSAGLC), glikowanej glukozą w obecności piracetamu (gHSAGLC-PIR) oraz niemodyfikowanej albuminy surowicy ludzkiej. Zastosowano techniki spektrofluorymetrii, spektroskopii UV-Vis oraz dichroizmu kołowego (CD).
Wyniki: Zmiany konformacyjne analizowano przy użyciu widm emisyjnych, absorpcyjnych
i ich drugich pochodnych, widm synchronicznych, wzbudzeniowych, efektu REES (ang. Red Edge Excitation Shift) oraz widm dichroizmu kołowego w zakresie dalekiego UV. Ponadto dokonano oceny powstawania końcowych produktów zaawansowanej glikacji AGEs.
Wnioski: Zaobserwowano, iż proces glikacji prawdopodobnie wpływa na III-rzędową strukturę albuminy, czego efektem były zmiany w obrębie reszty tryptofanylowej (Trp-214) i reszt tyrozylowych (Tyrs). Ponadto udowodniono, że piracetam może być skutecznym inhibitorem procesu glikacji ludzkiej albuminy surowicy u diabetyków.
aiXcoder-7B: A Lightweight and Effective Large Language Model for Code Completion
Authors: Jiang Siyuan , Li Jia , Zong He , Liu Huanyu , Zhu Hao , Hu Shukai , Li Erlu , Ding Jiazheng , Han Yu , Ning Wei , Wang Gen , Dong Yihong , Zhang Kechi , Li Ge
Published: December 2024

Large Language Models (LLMs) have been widely used in code completion, and researchers are focusing on scaling up LLMs to improve their accuracy. However, larger LLMs will increase the response time of code completion and decrease the developers’ productivity. In this paper, we propose a lightweight and effective LLM for code completion named aiXcoder-7B. Compared to existing LLMs, aiXcoder-7B achieves higher code completion accuracy while having smaller scales (i.e., 7 billion parameters). We attribute the superiority of aiXcoder-7B to three key factors: ❶ Multi-objective training. We employ three training objectives, one of which is our proposed Structured Fill-In-the-Middle (SFIM). SFIM considers the syntax structures in code and effectively improves the performance of LLMs for code. ❷ Diverse data sampling strategies. They consider inter-file relationships and enhance the capability of LLMs in understanding cross-file contexts. ❸ Extensive high-quality data. We establish a rigorous data collection pipeline and consume a total of 1.2 trillion unique tokens for training aiXcoder-7B. This vast volume of data enables aiXcoder-7B to learn a broad distribution of code. We evaluate aiXcoder-7B in five popular code completion benchmarks and a new benchmark collected by this paper. The results show that aiXcoder-7B outperforms the latest six LLMs with similar sizes and even surpasses four larger LLMs (e.g., StarCoder2-15B and CodeLlama-34B), positioning aiXcoder-7B as a lightweight and effective LLM for academia and industry. Finally, we summarize three valuable insights for helping practitioners train the next generations of LLMs for code. aiXcoder-7B has been open-souced and gained significant attention[1]. As of the submission date, aiXcoder-7B has received 2,193 GitHub Stars.
A Review of Design Concerns in Superconducting Quantum Circuits
Authors: Levenson-Falk Eli M. , Shanto Sadman Ahmed
Published: December 2024

In this short review we describe the process of designing a superconducting circuit device for quantum information applications. We discuss the factors that must be considered to implement a desired effective Hamiltonian on a device. We describe the translation between a device’s physical layout, the circuit graph, and the effective Hamiltonian. We go over the process of electromagnetic simulation of a device layout to predict its behavior. We also discuss concerns such as connectivity, crosstalk suppression, and radiation shielding, and how they affect both on-chip design and enclosure structures. This paper provides an overview of the challenges in superconducting quantum circuit design and acts as a starter document for researchers working on any of these challenges.
Slabší členové Evropské unie – zdroj zkušeností pro nás?
Authors: Petr Pavlík
Published: December 2024

Weaker Members of the European Union – Source of Experience for Us?
Demokracie a mezinárodní vztahy
Authors: Václav Šmejkal
Published: December 2024

Democracy and International Relations
Současný stav evropské bezpečnosti
Authors: Petr Robejšek
Published: December 2024

Current State of European Security
Multipolární mír?
Authors: Světlana Havlíčková
Published: December 2024

Charles W. Kegley, Jr., Gregory A. Raymond: Multipolar peace? Great Power Politics in the Twenty-first Century. St. Martin 's Press, New York 1994, 278 stran, ISBN 0-312-10270-4.
A Study on the Activation Plan through the Analysis of Regional Character Use Cases: A Case Study on the Utilization of Several Local Government in North Gyeongbuk Province
Authors:   Academic Association of Global Cultural Contents, Lee Woongkyu
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study is to establish the identity of the region and to analyze the main application cases of the
regional characters that are highly utilized as the core priming water for the activation of the regional economy based
on the regional tourism, and to suggest the activation plan of the regional characters in order to have the meaning and
value as the representative regional killer contents along with the regional symbols.
As a local cultural content, the meaning and value of the local character is very high, and it is contents that can create various performances according to its utilization.,However, as mentioned above, there are only a few cases in
which the official representative character among the seven major municipalities in the northern part of Gyeongbuk
Province is actively utilized for regional revitalization.,Moreover, although the character has been developed, it is difficult
to expect the performance to be created naturally due to the lack of utilization.,In this situation, in order for local characters
to play an important role and function in revitalizing the region, efforts should be made to approach it from a new
point of view, and a changed attitude is needed from character planning to development and utilization.,Above all, it
is the character that can be differentiated from other regions and utilized as specialized contents, and it is also the character
that can create various performances without big budget. Therefore, even now, efforts for new changes will be needed
for each municipality.
Past Lives, Transformed Diaspora Narrative and Its Temporal Fissures
Authors:   Academic Association of Global Cultural Contents, Lee Jiyoung
Published: December 2024

Past Lives is a film that explores diasporic identity through the eyes of a second-generation immigrant, based on
director Celine Song's autobiographical experiences. While previous diaspora narratives have focused on the traumas of
the past and the difficulties of resettlement, this film focuses on the inner lives of immigrant individuals who have overcome
these scars and are living in the present. This study examines the director's intention and desire to focus on the
present and the future rather than the past is particularly evident in the way the film handles temporality, minimizing
flashbacks, ellipsis and using a straightforward time progression, and upon this examination, I will look at if it is accomplished
without frissures. Past Lives presents diaspora as a universal life process that can be experienced by anyone,
not just immigrants. By intersecting the diaspora narrative with the universal genre of romance, we can assume that
the director wanted to achieve a cinematic aesthetic that would liberate the diaspora narrative from its fixed frame.
However, Nayoung's tears, which create a crack in such cinematic achievements that cannot be sealed in the end, suggest
that the 24 years that she tries to deny penetrate the present.
A Study on the Metafilmic Features in Close Your Eyes
Authors:   Academic Association of Global Cultural Contents, Lee Changmin
Published: December 2024

This study analyzes Víctor Erice's 2023 film Close Your Eyes(Cerrar los ojos) from a metafilmic perspective. In this
work, Erice explores the issues of memory and identity through the use of a mise en abyme structure and the film
within a film device(Cinéma dans le cinéma). The characters in the film navigate the boundaries between cinema and
reality, memory and representation, creating multiple layers of narrative. These layers resonate with one another, unfolding
into complex meanings. Through this composition, Erice deepens his cinematic themes. This study examines the mise
en abyme device in Close Your Eyes, which reflects the identities of both the protagonists and the director, crossing
the boundaries of past and present, film and reality. Additionally, it explores how the various intertextual elements Erice
incorporates generate new meanings within the film. Ultimately, this study argues that Close Your Eyes is not merely
a detective story, but a multi-layered narrative that reflects the unique nature of cinema as a medium, prompting the
audience to reflect on memory, identity, and the medium itself.
Changes in traditional History-Themed TV Series in the 2020s: Focusing on 'Korea-Khitan War'
Authors:   Academic Association of Global Cultural Contents, Choi Ji-Woon , Lee Jong-Hoon
Published: December 2024

Despite the fact that the main trend of history-themed TV series is away from the traditional history-themed TV series,
still the traditional history-themed TV series are still in demand since there are viewers who appreciate the charm and
value of this genre. Produced and aired amid this reality.  has revealed both positive changes and
limitations. This study is to analyze this situation while almost no academic efforts have been made on Korean traditional
history-themed TV series.
It does not place its focus on the life or achievements of certain great figures while its history background is the
Goryeo Dynasty instead of the Joseon Dynasty, which is commonly featured in history-themed TV series: those could be considered as the positive changes. Because it did not unilaterally follow the typical procedure for production of
traditional history-themed TV series in Korea, it was able to present new characters as well as new ideas.
On the other hand, although it was declared that  would be a war drama, it still emphasized the
struggles of the royal family even if there could be a possibility of historical distortion, and its war scenes were rather
less spectacle except for a few selected battles. These are limitations of Korean traditional history-themed TV series.
In addition to fun, research on the limitations and possibilities of traditional History-Themed TV Series that perform
the function of national identity and history education can give various implications for future content development and
direction. If the direction and strategy of the production are taken by paying attention to positive changes and limitations,
a more complete authentic historical drama will be created and viewers will be able to visit.
Exploratory Study on the Textuality of Museums
Authors:   Academic Association of Global Cultural Contents, Tae Ji Ho
Published: December 2024

This study aims to theoretically establish the role and future positioning of museums in light of the newly announced
definition of museums. It examines the social and cultural roles that museums have historically played and explores
how they should define their status moving forward. To achieve this, the study examines museums from the perspectives
of both readerly and writerly texts and explores the process of the meaning system of museums from their inception
to the present day.
Firstly, as a readerly text, a museum can be conceptualized as an institution and apparatus. This implies that museums
have historically played a role in collecting, classifying, and exhibiting artifacts based on modern knowledge systems
to educate and enlighten the public in order to realize the ideals of the nation-state. In this process, exhibitions enforce
institutional gazes on visitors through the re-contextualization of artifacts. As a readerly text, museums induce a structured
system of knowledge and encourage standardized viewing experiences.
As a writerly text, museums are evolving from a curator-centric model of meaning production to a concept that explores
the potential for visitor participation and active experience. This shift is reflected in the models of participatory museums
and eco-museums, which aim to provide new pleasures for visitors and anticipate the plurality of meanings associated
with artifacts. In this process, exhibitions can reveal various contexts or provoke debates about the meanings of artifacts,
thus exploring the potential for resonance.
The discussions outlined can be summarized as an examination of the changing process of museums within a diachronic
flow through the concept of text. The new definition of museums can be interpreted as an attempt to positively explore
the pluralistic era we live in today. Thus, this paper is addressed with the hope that museums will engage in self-reflection
and re-establish their publicness.
Study on the Social Media-based Content Creation Course to Enhance University Students' Information Storytelling Skills
Authors:   Academic Association of Global Cultural Contents, Kim Eun Jung
Published: December 2024

This study is a study on the development of the social media-based content creation course to enhance university
students' information storytelling skills, and its purpose is to explore the direction of future development of college information
storytelling classes. The research method primarily analyzed literature and precedents to extract the core topics
of metaliteracy and digital storytelling. Based on this, a curriculum applying the PBL teaching method was designed.
The information storytelling education proposed in this study is unique in that it is designed to allow students to learn
the content landscape and creation principles of blog platforms, and to experience direct production and publishing. Students
will have new experiences as content creators through education that allows them to communicate with content consumers
as content creators, and realize the joy and meaning of content creation. This process will act as a driving force for students
to continuously create content. This study proposed a 3PBL-based information storytelling education method by combining
metaliteracy and digital storytelling. It is expected that this study will provide implications for developing creative convergence
education in universities and contribute to the innovation of college education.
Understanding Assimilation within Higher Education
Authors: Burroughs Tammy Belle
Published: December 2024

Latino immigrants who often experience discrimination lack assimilation. The purpose of this exploration was to better understand the historical lack of assimilation and the relationship, in particular the access to higher education. In this study, assimilation was measured according to English mastery by Spanish speakers. The research question was focused on what extent the level of education relates to assimilation for Latinos in the US. A correlational design with multiple regression analysis was used in this study to analyze the Latino National Survey of 2006 secondary data (N =8634). Results indicated that education was significant. Further, current trends show an increased opportunity for education in the Latino group. There is also an increased need for higher education beyond 2030 in the US. The implications for social change include research-based information to develop programs for Latinos to adapt into the US population. Lastly, the author’s positionality will be discussed.
The Policy and Practice of Internationalization in the Global-South: African International Students’ Experiences in South Africa during COVID-19
Authors: Nyamunda Patience , Mkwananzi Faith , Seshoka Winter
Published: December 2024

Understanding higher education internationalization is challenging as it includes different dimensions with variedimplications for universities. This paper focuses on the recruitment and teaching of international students. It explores theexperiences of African international students at two South African universities between 2020-2022, during the COVID-19pandemic-induced lockdown. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews. Informed by the capabilitiesapproach, the paper draws on Ubuntu and affiliation as key capabilities for an expansive conceptualization ofinternationalization. The study's findings reveal the intersecting and underlying constraining contexts for internationalstudents, exacerbated by the pandemic. Such a micro-level study contributes towards a nuanced understanding of thepractice of higher education internationalization in the global South. It highlights the need to reframe internationalizationas a reciprocal relationship based on mutual interconnectedness and mutual values that do not just respond to broader neoliberalnarratives but foster student and institutional flourishing.
Insights from Glocal Educators
Authors: Eltayb Amani , Valcke Jennifer
Published: December 2024

This study explores the impact of individual dimensions in Internationalisation of Higher Education (IHE) on educational developers in a Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) teacher training program. Focusing on 10 educational developers, the study utilizes narrative interviews to delve into their personal and professional growth. Through storytelling, transformative processes emerge, revealing shifts in perspectives, pedagogical approaches, cultural humility, and professional practices. Using a narrative inquiry approach, the study highlights facets such as cultural humility, global citizenship, and a sense of belonging. Inductive thematic interpretation underscores the course's role as a crucible for understanding internationalisation dynamics. The research contributes valuable insights into educational developers' growth, positioning them as pivotal in the global transformation of higher education.
Conceptualizing micro-level internationalization from empirical and conceptual constructs: adding the human dimension
Authors: Fakunle Omolabake , Hunter Fiona
Published: December 2024

This Special Issue explores ‘micro-level’ internationalization’ using individual narratives as a conceptual framework for examining different dimensions of engagement in internationalization. It sheds light on the human dimension through the unrecognised and unintended positive and negative impacts of internationalization policies and practices at international, national and institutional levels. 
It addresses the gap in current knowledge through 10 empirical studies and 2 conceptual frameworks using diverse methodological approaches that have been written by both researchers and practitioners in a wide range of global contexts. It advances a conceptualization of micro-level internationalization through five dimensions of Mobility, Transformational Learning, Development, Context, and Conceptual Framing. 
Thus, micro-level internationalization offers a new lens to explore the human experience of internationalisation and provides an opportunity and call for action for better policy decisions and improvement of practice that can lead to an enhanced experience for all those involved.
Book Review: Richard Joslyn and Bruce Stronach. The History of Temple University Japan: An Experiment in International Education. Philadelphia: Temple University Press, 2023. 292 pp. $30 (paperback). ISBN 9781439919507.
Authors: Nakahara Lisa
Published: December 2024

Japanese universities have consistently and extensively documented their histories; however, The History of Temple University Japan: An Experiment in International Education stands out as a first account of a foreign university’s branch campus in Japan. In this work, former Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) deans Richard Joslyn and Bruce Stronach explore why TUJ was founded and how it has survived and thrived. Given their backgrounds in higher education administration, the authors bring a wealth of experience to their exploration. In analyzing the history of TUJ, they contextualize the institution within the broader U.S.–Japan relationship and the realms of cultural and economic globalization. The authors posit that the key to TUJ’s success lies in the unwavering commitment of individuals at Temple and in Japan to international higher education. They view the symbiotic relationship between TUJ and its Japanese stakeholders as a microcosm of the U.S.–Japan relationship and propose that TUJ could serve as a prototype for institutions in Japan and worldwide, exemplifying successful cross-cultural collaboration. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners interested in the internationalization of higher education.
Digital Marketing Strategies for Enhancing Branding in Islamic Boarding Schools: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors: Munawwaroh Zahrotul , Rahayu Puji
Published: December 2024

This study examines various digital marketing strategies that can improve branding efforts in pesantren. The research method uses a descriptive qualitative approach to analyze digital marketing strategies in improving branding in pesantren. The findings show that integrating traditional values with modern digital innovations can significantly increase the effectiveness of branding efforts in pesantren. In addition, community engagement through various outreach programs increases the social impact of these institutions and strengthens their position as significant contributors to local economic development. The discussion highlighted five key strategies: strengthening a unique identity, leveraging digital media, developing flagship programs, building strategic partnerships, and engaging the community in social initiatives. Each strategy is critical to strengthening the educational mission of pesantren while fostering a deeper relationship with the surrounding community. This study concludes that pesantren equipped with a solid digital marketing approach and a clear strategic direction can improve their branding and educational effectiveness. Future research is recommended to investigate the specific impact of community empowerment programs and the utilization of digital technology on the quality of education in pesantren, as well as longitudinal studies to assess the long-term success of the strategic partnerships formed by these institutions.
Unlocking the Digital Realm: Exploring Perceptions and Practices in Educational Leadership
Authors: Hasanah Enung , Mohd Yusoff Mohd Zailani
Published: December 2024

This study explores the perceptions, attitudes, and understanding of digital leadership practices among school principals and teachers, focusing on their potential impact on school performance. A qualitative research approach was employed, using semi-structured interviews with school principals and teachers to collect in-depth data on their views and experiences. Thematic analysis was conducted to identify recurring themes related to the role of digital leadership in school management. Key findings highlight that digital leadership enhances school management quality through fostering a culture of innovation, embracing change, setting clear goals, and effectively utilizing technology. Specifically, participants emphasized the importance of digital leadership in promoting creative problem-solving, facilitating adaptability to evolving educational needs, and ensuring goal alignment with school improvement initiatives. Additionally, digital leaders' ability to leverage technology for instructional and administrative tasks was crucial in supporting data-driven decision-making processes. The study concludes that digital leadership is pivotal in improving school performance by fostering innovation, adaptability, and clear strategic direction while emphasizing the importance of technological competence. These findings offer significant implications for educational management, advocating for leadership models that prioritize digital capabilities to meet the demands of modern education.
The Strategic Role of Education Quality Management Function on Competitiveness in High School
Authors: Budiaji Rizko Argi , Syadeli Hanafi  , Cucu Atikah
Published: December 2024

This research aimed to explore the role of quality management in enhancing school competitiveness at SMAN 5 Serang City. The study focused on four key questions: (1) how does educational quality planning improve school competitiveness? (2) How does the implementation of educational quality enhance competitiveness? (3) How does the evaluation process of educational quality contribute to school competitiveness? And (4) what actions are taken during the evaluation process to improve competitiveness? This study used a descriptive qualitative research method with a case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations and field notes. Data analysis used narrative analysis from existing data sources. The findings revealed that (1) the planning process for improving educational quality included several strategic steps. (2) Implementation involved meeting targets set in the planning stage, though the school still needed to work on optimizing competitiveness and managing facilities effectively. (3) Educational quality evaluations were conducted through regular monitoring, focusing on the curriculum and human resource development. However, competitiveness and facilities management still need to be improved. (4) The school implemented in-house training and improved school information systems to address these challenges. The researcher recommends further studies on the role of quality management in school competitiveness, either in this location or in different settings. Future research could also focus on other topics in the exact location, such as at SMAN 5 Serang City.
The Role of Religious Extracurricular Program Activities in Fostering Religious Moderation among Students of Public Universities
Authors: Budiman Septian Arief , Sain Zohaib Hasan , Kurniawan Wiwit
Published: December 2024

This study explores the role of religious extracurricular activities in fostering religious moderation among university students. In the context of increasing social polarization and extremism, the role of universities in fostering moderate attitudes is crucial. A quantitative approach was used, combining surveys and interviews with 20 students from various faculties, including 10 students who actively participated in religious extracurricular activities and 10 who were not involved. Respondents were aged 18 to 25 and came from various religious backgrounds. The results showed that participation in religious extracurricular activities positively contributed to developing tolerance, empathy, and strengthening of moderation values among university students. The results of this study indicate that extracurricular activities can be an effective means of building a culture of religious moderation, as well as a strategic effort to counteract the potential for radicalization. This study recommends developing more inclusive and dialogue-based extracurricular programs to further promote religious moderation among young people, especially university students.
Psikoloji ve Edebiyat: Gelişim Psikolojisi Perspektifinden Yaşlılık Döneminin Bir Edebi Eser Üzerinden Analizi
Authors: Kaya M. Siyabend
Published: December 2024

Ülkemizde gelişim dönemleriyle ilgili yapılan çalışmaların yaygınlığına bakıldığında, “yaşlılık” döneminin yeterince ele alınmadığı, bununla birlikte geriatri, psikoloji, psikolojik danışma ve rehberlik, sosyal çalışma gibi bilim dallarında yaşlılık ile ilgili çalışmaların yürütülmeye başlandığı görülmektedir. Ayrıca burada sözü edilen yaşam dönemlerinin yalnızca bilime değil edebiyata da konu olmaya başladığı dikkat çekmektedir. Edebi eserlerin analiz edilmesinde psikoloji biliminin önemi düşünüldüğünde, lisans öğrencilerinin yetişmesinde öğrencilerin dikkatini romanların psikolojik tahliline çekmenin önemli olduğu düşünülmektedir. Bu doğrultuda bu araştırmanın temel amacı, edebi eserlerin temelde psikolojik danışma ve rehberlik, psikoloji ve sosyal hizmet gibi bilim dallarında özelde ise “gelişim psikolojisi”, “yaşlılık psikolojisi” ve “yaşam dönemleri ve uyum problemleri” gibi derslerde nasıl kullanılabileceğine ilişkin bir model sunmaktır. Bu amacı gerçekleştirebilmenin en uygun yollarından biri ise nitel bir araştırma yöntemi olan “doküman analizi” yöntemini kullanmaktır. Bu doğrultuda, çalışmada Fransız yazar Jean-Louis Fournier’in (2012) “Son Siyah Saçım ve İhtiyar Delikanlılara Bazı Öğütler” isimli eserin Türkçe çevirisi doküman olarak kabul edilmiştir ve içerik analizi ile incelenmiştir. Sonuç olarak bu çalışmanın yukarıda sözü edilen derslerin öğretiminde etkili olabileceği düşünülmektedir.
Kurumsal İllüstrasyon Alan Uygulamaları, Sille Baraj Parkı Uygulama Örneği
Authors: Çeken Birsen , Futtu Ahmet
Published: December 2024

Sanayi devrimiyle beraber gelişen kurumların markalaşma ve tanınırlık çabası, kurumsal kimliğin var olmasını sağlamıştır. Önceleri işlevsellik açısından tek başına bir logo kurumlar için yeterli iken zamanla ortaya çıkan yeni tanıtım mecraları, yeni tanıtım materyalleri ihtiyaçları doğurmuştur. İhtiyaç duyulan bu materyaller hem teknolojiye hem de hedef kitleye uygun olarak değişiklikler göstermiştir. Uygulama alanlarında da farklılıklar ortaya çıkmış, grafik tasarım bu soruların hemen hepsine cevap olarak gelişmiş ve uyum sağlamıştır. Grafik tasarımın bütün alt disiplinleri gibi illüstrasyon da görsel iletişim alanına hizmet vermektedir. Özellikle hikâye anlatıcılığı özelliği ile öne çıkan illüstrasyon görsel iletişimin vazgeçilmez bir aracı olmuştur. Çünkü tanıtım ihtiyacı olan her kurumun ya da kişinin bir hikâyesi vardır. İllüstrasyon, açıklayıcılığı ve süsleyiciliği bir arada uyumlu bir şekilde kullanarak dikkat çekici görselleri üretmekte, böylece kurumların ihtiyaç duydukları görsel kimliği oldukça etkili bir şekilde yansıtabilmektedir. Kurumların, basılı kurumsal kimlik materyalleri haricindeki görsel tanıtım alanlarına da ihtiyacı vardır. Özellikle duvar ve cam gibi yüzeylere uygulanan illüstrasyon çalışmaları hem kurumda özgün bir ortam oluşturmakta hem de kurumun kimliği, vizyonu ve misyonu hakkında açıklayıcı bilgi verebilmektedir. Kurumsal mekânların ihtiyaç duyduğu tasarım çözümleri kapsamında kullanılan illüstrasyonlar bu çalışmanın araştırma konusudur.
The Multi-Feature Tagger of English (MFTE): Rationale, description and evaluation
Authors: Le Foll Elen , Shakir Muhammad
Published: December 2024

The Multi-Feature Tagger of English (MFTE) provides a transparent and easily adaptable open-source tool for multivariable analyses of English corpora. Designed to contribute to the greater reproducibility, transparency, and accessibility of multivariable corpus studies, it comes with a simple GUI and is available both as a richly annotated Python script and as an executable file. In this article, we detail its features and how they are operationalised. The default tagset comprises 74 lexico-grammatical features, ranging from attributive adjectives and progressives to tag questions and emoticons. An optional extended tagset covers more than 70 additional features, including many semantic features, such as human nouns and verbs of causation. We evaluate the accuracy of the MFTE on a sample of 60 texts from the BNC2014 and COCA, and report precision and recall metrics for all the features of the simple tagset. We outline how that the use of a well-documented, open-source tool can contribute to improving the reproducibility and replicability of multivariable studies of English.
Status Kualitas Air Sungai Tumapel di Kawasan Singosari Kabupaten Malang dengan Metode Biotilik dan FBI (Family Biotic Index)
Authors: Erlangga Mohamad Erik , Prasetyo Hamdani Dwi , Latuconsina Husain
Published: December 2024

Sungai Tumapel di Malang digunakan oleh masyarakat untuk berbagai aktivitas sehari-hari sehingga berpotensi menurunkan kualitas air. Penelitian ini bertujuan menilai kondiai kualitas air sungai Tumapel menggunakan metode Biotilik dan FBI. Metode eksploratif digunakan dengan pengambilan sampel di empat stasiun pengmatan sebanyak 5 kali ulangan, dan analisis biologis menggunakan indeks Biotilik dan FBI. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kedua metode biologis tersebut sama-sama menunjukkan bahwa air Sungai Tumapel telah tercemar. Aliran sungai pada kawasan Riparian alami menunjukan kondisai kualitas air tercemar sedang. Tercemar berat pada kawasan Pertanian dan pemukiman. Sedangkan untuk aliran sungai pada kawasan Peternakan Kualitas air tercemar sangat berat. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan pemantauan rutin kualitas air, peningkatan metode Biotilik dengan melibatkan akademisi, identifikasi sumber pencemaran, edukasi masyarakat, dan pengelolaan sungai secara berkelanjutan.
Vai trò của cộng hưởng từ trong chẩn đoán phân biệt u quái buồng trứng lành và ác tính
Authors: Huỳnh Phượng Hải , Đỗ Hải Thanh Anh , Lê Nguyễn Diễm Quỳnh
Published: December 2024

Đặt vấn đề: U quái là loại u thường gặp nhất của u tế bào mầm buồng trứng, chiếm khoảng 20% các u buồng trứng. Có sự khác biệt lớn về chiến lược điều trị và tiên lượng giữa u quái lành tính và ác tính. Siêu âm được xem là phương tiện đầu tay chẩn đoán u buồng trứng tuy nhiên, kỹ thuật này còn nhiều mặt hạn chế. Cộng hưởng từ có độ chính xác cao trong chẩn đoán u quái buồng trứng, cùng với kỹ thuật động học bắt thuốc và hệ số khuếch tán biểu kiến giúp phân tích nhiều đặc tính của loại u này.

Mục tiêu: Xác định vai trò của cộng hưởng từ (CHT) thường quy có tiêm thuốc tương phản, động học bắt thuốc và hệ số khuếch tán biểu kiến trong chẩn đoán phân biệt u quái buồng trứng lành và ác tính.

Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang trên 181 bệnh nhân được chụp cộng hưởng từ thường quy có tiêm thuốc tương phản, kỹ thuật động học bắt thuốc và cộng hưởng từ khuếch tán vùng chậu trước phẫu thuật. Từ kết quả giải phẫu bệnh xác định nhóm u quái lành tính và ác tính, mô tả các đặc điểm hình ảnh trên cộng hưởng từ quan sát được và xác định giá trị của mỗi đặc điểm trong chẩn đoán phân biệt nhóm lành tính và ác tính.

Kết quả: 181 bệnh nhân có tổng cộng 203 tổn thương u quái buồng trứng, trong đó có 173 u quái buồng trứng lành tính và 30 u quái buồng trứng ác tính. Độ tuổi trung vị của nhóm u ác thấp hơn u lành (24 và 31 tuổi), u quái trưởng thành chiếm tỉ lệ cao nhất trong toàn bộ mẫu nghiên cứu (84,2%). Các đặc điểm có giá trị bao gồm có mô đặc (Se: 100%; Sp: 93,1%), kích thước u ≥ 13,4 cm (Se: 73,3%; Sp: 83,2%), phân bố mỡ chỉ dạng ổ nhỏ (Se: 80%; Sp: 99,4%), vách u không đều (Se: 90%; Sp: 94,2%); có dịch bụng (Se: 60%; Sp: 90,7%), kích thước mô đặc ≥ 7 cm (Se: 73,3%; Sp: 100%), tỉ lệ kích thước mô đặc và kích thước u ≥ 0,4 (Se: 88,7%; Sp: 91,7%), tín hiệu mô đặc cao trên T2W (Se: 63,3%; Sp: 100%), giá trị ADC ≤ 0,68 x 10-3 mm2/s (Se: 36,1%; Sp: 100%), động học bắt thuốc không có vai trò. Kết hợp các đặc điểm, tổ hợp có mô đặc và vách u không đều (Se: 95,1%, Sp: 90%); tổ hợp kích thước mô đặc ≥ 7 cm và tỉ lệ kích thước mô đặc và kích thước u ≥ 0,4 (Se: 80,9%, Sp: 73,3%)

Kết luận: Nhiều đặc điểm hình ảnh trên CHT thường quy có giá trị trong chẩn đoán phân biệt u quái buồng trứng lành và ác tính, trong đó, đặc điểm có mô đặc quan trọng nhất, đặc biệt là, đặc điểm tỉ lệ kích thước mô đặc và kích thước u. Hệ số khuếch tán biểu kiến của mô đặc 0,68 x 10-3 mm2/s có độ đặc hiệu 100%, độ nhạy 36.1%, độ chính xác 54.8% trong chẩn đoán u quái ác tính. Động học bắt thuốc không giúp chẩn đoán phân biệt u quái buồng trứng lành và u ác.

Từ khoá: u quái; u buồng trứng; cộng hưởng từ
Direct Observation Tools in Emergency Medicine: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Authors: Gottlieb Michael , Jordan Jaime , Siegelman Jeffrey N , Cooney Robert , Stehman Christine , Chan Teresa M.
Published: December 2024

Objectives: Direct observation is important for assessing the competency of medical learners. Multiple tools have been described in other fields, although the degree of emergency medicine-specific literature is unclear. This review sought to summarize the current literature on direct observation tools in the emergency department (ED) setting.

Methods: We searched PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, the Cochrane Central Register of Clinical Trials, the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, ERIC, PsycINFO, and Google Scholar from 2012 to 2020 for publications on direct observation tools in the ED setting. Data were dual extracted into a predefined worksheet, and quality analysis was performed using the Medical Education Research Study Quality Instrument.

Results: We identified 38 publications, comprising 2,977 learners. Fifteen different tools were described. The most commonly assessed tools included the Milestones (nine studies), Observed Structured Clinical Exercises (seven studies), the McMaster Modular Assessment Program (six studies), Queen's Simulation Assessment Test (five studies), and the mini-Clinical Evaluation Exercise (four studies). Most of the studies were performed in a single institution, and there were limited validity or reliability assessments reported.

Conclusions: The number of publications on direct observation tools for the ED setting has markedly increased. However, there remains a need for stronger internal and external validity data.
The impact of social media promotion with infographics and podcasts on research dissemination and readership
Authors: Thoma Brent , Murray Heather , Huang Simon York Ming , Milne William Ken , Martin Lynsey J , Bond Christopher M , Mohindra Rohit , Chin Alvin , Yeh Calvin H. , Sanderson William B , Chan Teresa M.
Published: December 2024

Objective: In 2015 and 2016, the Canadian Journal of Emergency Medicine (CJEM) Social Media (SoMe) Team collaborated with established medical websites to promote CJEM articles using podcasts and infographics while tracking dissemination and readership.

Methods: CJEM publications in the "Original Research" and "State of the Art" sections were selected by the SoMe Team for podcast and infographic promotion based on their perceived interest to emergency physicians. A control group was composed retrospectively of articles from the 2015 and 2016 issues with the highest Altmetric score that received standard Facebook and Twitter promotions. Studies on SoMe topics were excluded. Dissemination was quantified by January 1, 2017 Altmetric scores. Readership was measured by abstract and full-text views over a 3-month period. The number needed to view (NNV) was calculated by dividing abstract views by full-text views.

Results: Twenty-nine of 88 articles that met inclusion were included in the podcast (6), infographic (11), and control (12) groups. Descriptive statistics (mean, 95% confidence interval) were calculated for podcast (Altmetric: 61, 42-80; Abstract: 1795, 1135-2455; Full-text: 431, 0-1031), infographic (Altmetric: 31.5, 19-43; Abstract: 590, 361-819; Full-text: 65, 33-98), and control (Altmetric: 12, 8-15; Abstract: 257, 159-354; Full-Text: 73, 38-109) articles. The NNV was 4.2 for podcast, 9.0 for infographic, and 3.5 for control articles. Discussion Limitations included selection bias, the influence of SoMe promotion on the Altmetric scores, and a lack of generalizability to other journals.

Conclusion: Collaboration with established SoMe websites using podcasts and infographics was associated with increased Altmetric scores and abstract views but not full-text article views.
Feeling the flow with a serious game workshop: GridlockED as Medical Education 2 study (GAME2 study)
Authors: Hale Stephen J. , Wakeling Sonja , Bhalerao Anuja , Balakumaran Janatani , Huang Simon , Mondoux Shawn , Blain J. Bruce , Chan Teresa M.
Published: December 2024

Objective: GridlockED gameplay workshops were delivered in Canada. This project investigated workshop attendees' experiences, seeking to identify learning points to inform improvement of the workshop.

Methods: GridlockED sessions were held through 2018 and 2019. Workshops targeted medical trainees. After a standardized video, learners played for approximately 90 minutes. Learners completed a postgameplay survey with 7-point Likert scale questions about their experience.

Results: Seventy-two participants responded to our survey (41 medical students, 13 physician assistant students, 12 emergency medicine residents, and six faculty members). Trainees rated GridlockED as both enjoyable and a meaningful educational experience, with a mean (±SD) rating of 6.53 (±0.96) of 7 for enjoyment and 6.17 (±1.13) for education. Attendees identified teamwork and communication (49%) as the most helpful learning domain, with patient flow (43%) being second and basics of how the ED worked (31%) being third. The respondents self-identified top areas of learning as resource management (38.9%), improved understanding of various provider roles in the ED (33%), and improved communication skills (33%).

Conclusion: Medical learners identified GridlockED to be an educational and enjoyable learning experience. Attendees reported that playing this serious game assisted with learning about health systems and communication.
The standardized letter of evaluation in emergency medicine: Are the qualifications useful?
Authors: Miller Danielle T. , Krzyzaniak Sara M. , Mannix Alexandra , Alvarez Al'ai , Chan Teresa M. , Davenport Dayle , Eraso Daniel , Foote C J , Gore Katarzyna , Parsons Melissa , Gottlieb Michael
Published: December 2024

Objectives: The standardized letter of evaluation (SLOE) in emergency medicine (EM) is a widely used metric for determining interview invitations and ranking of candidates. Previous research has questioned the validity of certain sections of the SLOE. However, there remains a paucity of literature on the qualifications for EM section, which evaluates seven attributes of applicants. The aim of this study was to determine the correlation between the qualifications questions and grades, global assessment, and anticipated rank list position for EM applicants.

Methods: A multi-institutional cross-sectional study was performed using SLOEs from applicants to three geographically distinct U.S. EM residency programs during the 2019-2020 application cycle. We abstracted EM rotation grade, qualifications scores, global assessment, and anticipated rank list position from the SLOEs. A Spearman correlation was calculated between each of the qualifications scores and the applicant's grades, global assessment, and anticipated rank list position in a pairwise fashion.

Results: In total, 2,106 unique applicants (4,939 SLOEs) were included. Of the seven qualifications for EM questions, three were moderately to strongly correlated with global assessment and anticipated rank list position: "ability to develop and justify an appropriate differential and a cohesive treatment plan" (ρ = 0.65 and ρ = 0.63, respectively; p < 0.001), "how much guidance do you predict this applicant will need during residency?" (ρ = 0.68 and ρ = 0.68, respectively; p < 0.001), and "what is your prediction of success for the applicant?" (ρ = 0.69 and ρ = 0.69, respectively; p < 0.001). There was no strong correlation between the seven qualifications and grades.

Conclusions: There was a moderate to strong correlation between three of seven qualifications for EM questions (ability to develop and justify a differential and develop a cohesive plan, anticipated need for the amount of guidance, and prediction of success) with both global assessment and anticipated rank list position, suggesting that these qualifications may provide the most useful data to residency selection while some of the other factors may not be needed.