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Exhibitions of Polish Avant-garde Artists in Denmark, Finland, and Norway in 1967, 1985, and 1986 as an Element of the Cultural Policy of the Polish People’s Republic
Authors: Siemianowski Jordan
Published: January 2024

During the Cold War, the authorities of the Polish People’s Republic tried to use the native culture to maintain relations with Western European countries, trying to establish a warmer image of Poland in the international arena. An important role in this activity was played by Polish avant-garde painting, presenting a high artistic level and recognition abroad, including in the Nordic area. The aim of the article is to explain the influence of the Polish People’s Republic’s foreign policy on the exhibitions of Polish abstract painting in Denmark, Norway, and Finland in 1967, 1985, and 1986. The research postulate was implemented through the analysis of previously unused file sources from the State Archives in Łódź, as well as articles from the press of Nordic items stored in the Museum of Art in Łódź. Confronting these materials with the literature on the subject made it possible to examine the specificity of the presented exhibitions against the background of the international situation.
Perception of Mediation and Online Mediation by Trainee Attorney-at-Law at the Lublin Bar Association of Attorneys-at-Law
Authors: Pilipiec Sławomir , Patoleta Patryk
Published: January 2024

The phenomenon of popularisation of alternative methods of conflict resolution is widespread in Poland, both at the state and self-government levels. Combining the interdisciplinary achievements of practice and doctrine, numerous projects and programmes are being developed to encourage parties and professional lawyers to use mediation in the process of dispute resolution. However, on the basis of statistical data showing the use of judicial mediation in cases where it could have been used at a level of 1.6%, it should be concluded that there is still a long way to go before mediation becomes a ‘fully-fledged’ method of conflict resolution, constituting a viable alternative to the traditional adjudicative method of dispute resolution. The purpose of the article is to present the results of empirical research conducted by the authors within the framework of scientific activities related to the implementation of the assumptions of the Academic Mediation Centre operating at the Institute of Legal Sciences of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (Lublin). The article consists of three parts. The first one presents the subject, scope and objectives of the research, as well as the research hypotheses and methodological details. The second part presents the results of the empirical research conducted and the partial conclusions. The last part is a summary of the conclusions of the research carried out.
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) and Japanese-Style Mediation
Authors: Takeya Naoto , Yamada Yachiko
Published: January 2024

Just as Online Dispute Resolution is progressing in other countries around the world, the digitisation of Japanese-style mediation is also underway in Japan. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the ongoing digitalisation of Japanese-style mediation and to identify its challenges. In civil court proceedings, three distinct phases for the realisation of the system have been determined and are being systematically implemented. Mediation in domestic affairs is moving ahead to revise the system, and the realisation of its implementation is also in sight. The role of third parties in Japanese mediation differs significantly from that in Anglo-American law and elsewhere in that the role of the third party was more focused on the guardian role of the mediator than on the formation of an agreement between the parties. A characteristic feature of Japanese-style mediation is the emphasis on the role of the third-party guardian, who is the mediator. These characteristics of Japanese-style mediation are important factors to be taken into account when considering the digitalisation of mediation.
Between Flexibility and Efficiency of Law Application in View of the Principle of the Protection of the Good of the Child
Authors: Hanas Katarzyna
Published: January 2024

In the article, the author draws attention to the need to implement two values of applying the law when adjudicating in cases concerning children. These two values are flexibility and efficiency. Their simultaneous implementation is not excluded, because it is particularly important in the course of the law application process to make decisions in accordance with the principle of the protection of the good of the child and the implementation of the protective function. The research thesis is formulated in this direction. The research was conducted based on the case law that provides a broad picture of the trend in deciding in administrative, civil, criminal and other matters from the Polish perspective. The nature of this article is scientific and research. The point of view presented in the work aims to clearly emphasise the necessity for simultaneous implementation of flexibility and efficiency, which is unfortunately difficult to achieve in the Polish perspective.
Decision-Making Approach in the Process of Mediation
Authors: Kłos Paweł
Published: January 2024

Mediation is a legal institution used in international, supranational, and state disputes. A wide range of legal cases in disputes arise include economic, civil, labour or family matters and it is not a closed catalogue. Mediation can be seen as a set of decision-making processes, of which the mediator’s decision-making process is essential for the outcome of mediation. I propose a study to be carried out on the institution of mediation using a decision-making approach in the light of an interdisciplinary review of the results of research that may be relevant to the project, for example from the perspectives of logic, psychology, sociology, and neuroscience. The research will also include elements related to computer-aided decision making and artificial intelligence, and the issues of confidence and emotion will also be included in order to balance the participation of artificial processes. As a result of the research, an SSM (support, stimulate, manage) strategy will be proposed, taking into account the model course of decision-making in mediation with a focus on the mediator’s decision-making processes. The article provides a preliminary reflection and announcement of the start of work on the topic of decision-making approaches in mediation, with a call for discussion, addressed to the academic and professional community. The research is conducted in the Academic Mediation Centre operating at the Faculty of Law and Administration of the Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (Lublin) and within the research group – Central & Eastern Mediation Research Group.
Hierarchisation of Values in Acts of Law Application
Authors: Kordela Marzena
Published: January 2024

When creating a legal system, a rational lawmaker formulates not only legal norms, but also binding legal values. The lawmaker does so either directly (e.g. through the principles of law) or indirectly (when the interpreter of a legal text assigns a positive value to a prescribed action and a negative value to a prohibited action). The specificity of the values, in particular their collision nature, means that if the lawmaker itself does not resolve the expected conflict, the court must do so. The lawmaker should do this in accordance with the pattern of applying values; a pattern that can be reconstructed analogously to the pattern of applying legal norms.
A New Sex Education: The Title IX Defense Against "Don't Say Gay"
Authors: Watson Robert Blake
Published: January 2024

Sex education in American public schools has long been the subject of controversy. Although debates overthe inclusion of sex education in schools now focus on students’ access to comprehensive curricula that includes the experiences of queer and transgender students, sex education in the United States has long maintained its roots in the institutional promotion of “sexual purity.” Through an exploration of the latest attacks on comprehensive sex education, particularly in the context of reinvigorated “Don’t Say Gay and Trans” legislation, this Article postulates that a novel interpretation of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is needed that requires education policymakers to incorporate the experiences and needs of queer and transgender students insex education curricula. This Article examines the application of the Supreme Court’s Bostock v. Clayton County decision to Title IX and argues that the prohibition against discrimination in education on the basis ofsexual orientation and gender identity raises a plausible Title IX challenge to non-inclusive sex education curricula.
By first offering a brief historical overview of public sex education curricula in the United States, this Article contextualizes the present need for comprehensive sex education as an impactfulresource forstudents, as well as the unique sexual health challenges faced by queer and trans adolescents. This Article then outlines the important changes to Title IX in the wake of the Bostock decision, President Biden’s 2021 Executive Order implementing Bostock, and subsequent appellate case law. Most importantly, this Article will highlight the potential for Title IX claims to be brought against public schools, districts, and states that offer non-comprehensive sex education curricula that excludes content relating to the unique needs of queer and trans students. This Article concludes by addressing potential challenges to such an interpretation of Title IX in the context of sex education curricula and will underscore the important policyramifications of incorporating the experiences and needs of queer and trans students in educational dialogues surrounding sexual health.
Eight Years of Research Related to the Green Sukuk in the Global Stock Exchange Market to Support the Implementation of SDG: A Bibliometric Review
Authors: Qosim Nanang , Ratnasari Ririn Tri , Wardhana Akhmad Kusuma , Fauziana Hasna , Barkah Tiara Tresnawulan
Published: January 2024

The awareness of investors that only invest in green instruments has been increasing recently. Green sukuk was an investment that followed the Sharia principle and promoted environmental preservation. This study aims to analyze green sukuk in previous studies as an alternative financing for green infrastructure development in Indonesia. This study used a bibliometric method by taking secondary data from meta-data papers from Scopus and SCI. Forty papers from Scopus and 29 from SCI during 2016-2023 were taken as samples. Data were analyzed with Vosviewer and Biblioshiny. The results of this study show that the energy was closely related to the topic of green sukuk. Energy was mostly used in the abstract and titles of papers. Moreover, the abstract and the title showed that the word sustainable was used frequently, implying that the energy power plant could become an underlying asset for green sukuk due to its sustainable revenue. However, the government should take action to create regulations that could support the green project as an underlying asset of Green Sukuk.
A mathematical analysis to the approximate weak solution of the Smagorinsky Model for different flow regimes
Authors: Santos Rômulo Damasclin Chaves dos , Sales Jorge Henrique de Oliveira , Silva Alice Rosa da
Published: January 2024

This study delves into the numerical approximation of non-stationary Navier-Stokes equations within turbulent regimes, employing the Smagorinsky Model (SM). By treating the model as inherently discrete, we implement a semi-implicit time discretization using the Euler method. This approach includes comprehensive stability analyses, applicable to a spectrum of flow regimes, and an exploration of the asymptotic energy balance dynamics during fluid movements. The primary contribution of this study is found in its methodical approach to the numerical approximation of non-stationary Navier-Stokes equations within turbulent regimes using the Smagorinsky Model (SM). The adoption of a semi-implicit time discretization with the Euler method, coupled with a meticulous analysis of energy balance, establishes a robust foundation adaptable to diverse flow conditions.
Código GATE na geração de imagens e cálculos de doses de um sistema tomográfico convencional
Authors: Milian Felix Mas , Ambrosio Paulo Eduardo , Iglesias Susana Marrero , Honda Marcelo Ossamu , Martins Allan Medeiros , Dominguez Dany Sanchez
Published: January 2024

Neste trabalho é apresentada uma metodologia para realizar simulações de tomografia de feixe cônico utilizando o código GATE. Dois modelos antropomórficos computacionais, o ICRP110 e o MASH3, foram utilizados para representação dos pacientes. Para cada modelo foram obtidas 360 imagens representando o padrão de atenuação de um feixe de fótons de até 120kV ao passar pelo paciente numa rotação completa. Para avaliar a simulação, imagens de tomografia computadorizada 3D foram reconstruídas utilizando um programa comercial, obtendo-se resultados satisfatórios. Resultados promissores também foram obtidos utilizando um código de reconstrução em desenvolvimento pelo nosso grupo. Foram calculadas as doses depositadas para cada direção do feixe e para todo o exame tomográfico. A metodologia apresentada poderá ser utilizada em trabalhos futuros para o desenho e otimização de novos tipos de tomógrafos.
Analyzing the potency of Viscosity Modifying Agents on the Characteristics and Static Segregation of Fresh and Hardened Fluid Concrete
Authors: M’hamdi Faiza , Boukendakdji Othmane , Ezziane Karim , Douara Taha-Hocine
Published: January 2024

Self-compacting concrete (SCC) represents a recent advancement in the field of concrete technology due to its ease of handling and placement. In order to regulate the internal integrity of the concrete, a supplementary mixture component is employed. The term used to refer to this particular component is a viscosity-modifying agent (VMA). Different quantities of VMA were incorporated into the concrete mixture in order to evaluate its performance in both the fresh and hardened states. This study focused on the impact of VMA (Viscosity Modifying Agent) on various characteristics of concrete mixes. Specifically, the features under examination included flowing time, slump flow, flow time into a 500-mm diameter, and resistance to vertical segregation. In contrast, a measurement was conducted on the compressive strength of the cured concrete. The utilization of the column of segregation test allows for the identification and assessment of static segregation in SCC mixtures. This test offers a direct quantitative determination of the stability of segregation in fresh concrete. The purpose of this experiment is to determine the precise quantity of coarse aggregate with a diameter above 8 mm present within a specimen of 300 mm in height. This can be achieved by conducting sedimentation tests at a specific time interval of 30 minutes after the pouring of concrete. The research results indicate that the addition of VMA had a substantial impact on the rheological characteristics of the concrete mixture. It effectively stabilized the mixture, minimized static segregation, and improved the compressive strength when compared to the reference mixture without VMA. Furthermore, a comprehensive illustration of the segregation phenomenon is provided by the column of static segregation tests.
Exploring Thermoregulatory Responses and Hormonal Changes in Heat Stressed Assam Hill Goats
Authors: Deori S. , Abedin S.N. , Chakravarty H. , Katiyar R. , Choudhury B.U. , Syiem E. , Doley S.
Published: January 2024

Background: Livestock productivity and health are adversely affected by heat stress (HS). The aim of this study was to determine the effects of HS on the thermoregulation and hormonal profile in Assam Hill Goats reared in the subtropical hilly regions of Meghalaya so as to arrive at a conclusion on its heat adaptation abilities. Methods: An experiment was conducted during the year 2022 for 120 days with twelve (12) Assam Hill Goats, aged between 3-5 months, randomly divided into 2 groups (n=6 per group). The goats in group I were exposed to HS through natural exposure to sunlight during the extreme summer months (May to August) for 07 hours (8 AM to 3 PM) during grazing. The control animals (CON, group II) were maintained under shade with no exposure to sunlight. Thermoregulatory responses viz., rectal temperature, respiratory rate and pulse rate and body weight data were recorded every 15 days interval of the sampling period. The hormonal profile viz., serum T3 (nmol/L), T4 (nmol/L) and Cortisol (ng/mL) were also determined. Result: Results revealed a significant (p less than 0.05) increase in rectal temperature, pulse rate (day 45 onwards to day 120) and respiratory rate in HS group in comparison to CON. A significantly (p less than 0.05) lower average daily gain was recorded in HS group. Serum T3 and T4 concentrations were significantly (p less than 0.05) reduced and cortisol concentration was significantly (p less than 0.05) elevated in HS group in comparison to CON. In conclusion, Assam Hill Goats exposed to environmental HS shows elevated thermoregulatory responses, decreased thyroid hormone activity and increased cortisol activity to reduce production to support life sustaining activities in the hilly regions.
Stress Reducing Effect of a New Appliance on Dental Implant Patients
Authors: Benli Merve 
Published: January 2024

Aim: FM5 SENSORY system provides a new therapy modality which reveals synergistic effects on the level of stress. This innovative system combines music, aromatherapy and LED system by its own software program, and consist of a helmet and a main machine. By using this system, the aim of this study is to evaluate the levels of stress of the patients who would undergo dental implant surgery. Methods: This study included 66 of patients with no systemic disease (33 females, 33 males; mean age: 37.4±1.5 years). Evaluation of the stress levels of patients were performed by measuring the concentration of urinary cortisol. The treatment with helmet and the program of main machine were applied to all patients for 30 minutes. Before and after the treatment, twenty-four hours urine were collected from each participant. For the analyzes of cortisol levels, Urine BETA Cross Laps® (CTX-I) ELISA kit was utilized and they were presented as pg/ml. Obtained data were analyzed statistically performing paired samples test of SPSS program with a significance level of 0.05 Results: A statistically significant difference for cortisol levels was displayed before and after treatment (p:0.03). A significant decrease in cortisol level was founded after helmet treatment in participants. Mean value of cortisol levels before and after the treatment were as follows: 43567±3456 pg/ml and 39454±1432 pg/ml, indicating that the helmet treatment helps to reduce cortisol levels in these patients. Conclusion: FM5 SENSORY system can be a treatment modality to reduce the stress level and useful for patients who have increased levels of stress in dental appointments.
A New Asana for Treating the Neck & Shoulder Pain with Improved Flexibility
Authors: Avvari Ravi Kant
Published: January 2024

A new therapy for alleviating the neck & shoulder pain instantly based on the principles of yoga asana is presented. The method involves a sequence of skeletal movements of the neck and shoulder muscles to relieve any stress developed during the trauma or disturbing experience; excluding injuries causing damage to the tissue. Through prolonged stretch and relaxation, the muscles are freed from the constrained posture to bring about the symptomatic relief to the individual. It is found that the asana does not involves staining along the directions that lead to the injury as opposed to the well-known asanas such as Utthita Shishosana, Sasangasana, and Dhanurasana, Matsyasana, suggesting a huge potential to explore the pathophysiological benefits of the new asana in managing NSPs.
A Perspective of Acupuncture Education in the United States
Authors: Chen Yemeng
Published: January 2024

Acupuncture education in the United States has a history of almost 50 years. The entry-level professional training dates back to the 1980’s as a milestone establishment of Council of Colleges of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (CCAOM), Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) and National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Besides mainland China, America has the largest organized and influential acupuncture and Chinese Medicine education system in the world. Now 54 accredited acupuncture colleges have offered Master’s Programs, Professional Doctoral Programs, and Advanced Practical Doctorial (DAOM) Programs in comprehensive standards and competencies. Although there are some challenging issues, acupuncture education trends move forward into entry-level doctoral level training, regional and national accreditation, and system-based education, which will lead this profession to play a great role in the American integrative medical system.
Mastalgia: Etiopathogenesis and Management: A 2 Year Experience
Authors: Singh Thakur Gurjeet
Published: January 2024

Background: Mastalgia is breast pain and can vary in intensity from a mild tingling to a sharp pain. Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the side incidence and age group affected in females presenting with mastalgia and present evidence-based concepts to provide with an overview of diagnosis and treatment. Methods: A total of 71 patients were included in the study and age and side incidence of patients with breast pain were investigated. Results: A total of 90 patients aged 31-60 years who presented with breast pain were followed up. Most patients presenting with mastalgia fell between the age group of 41-60 years and complained of cyclical, bilateral mastalgia. Conclusion: Mastalgia is the most frequent symptom of breast diseases and the fear that breast pain is a symptom of breast cancer and the presence of severe pain that affects a woman’s quality of life make it an important health issue worth discussing. Stress and anxiety play a crucial role in pathogenesis of mastalgia and reassurance, breast support brassiere, and topical NSAID gel massage form the initial management of mastalgia. Danazol, Bromocriptine, Evening primrose oil and Vitamin E have been seen to be effective in the treatment of mastalgia.
Invitro Evaluation of Antimicrobial Activity and Phytochemical Investigation of Crude Extract from Selected Sudanese Medicinal Plants
Authors: Ahmed Ibrahim F
Published: January 2024

In this study antimicrobial activity of ethanolic extract of Citrullus colocynthis, Ekebergia capensis and Echium rauwolfii used in Sudanese folk medicine was detected against five standards bacterial strain viz Escherichia coli (ATCC 25922), Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC 25923), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (ATCC 27853), Klebsiella pneumonia (ATCC 53657), using well-diffusion agar diffusion method. The drude extract of C. collosynthis showed good activity against most organisms (25-12) in different concentrations. ethanolic extract of E. capensis showed high activity in most microbial (28-11) in different concentrations but no activity against E. coli and K. pneumoniae in concentration (6.2). The crude extract of E. rauwolfii showed good activity against all microorganisms (26-12) in all concentrations used, except in concentration (6.2) there was no activity against E. coli. Phytochemical investigation of secondary metabolic compounds such as alkaloids, tannins, glycosides, saponins, turbines, flavonoids, is found in these plants.
The “State of The Art” of Art Therapy in Psychiatry: Reflections on International Evidences and Italian Experiences
Authors: Viganò Caterina
Published: January 2024

The complex and reciprocal dialectic between art and psychiatry has represented the object of investigation of many researchers for many years in last century, although a specific role of art therapy in psychiatric. The art-therapies are currently conceptualized as forms of psychotherapy employing artistic media (painting, dance, theatre, music etc.) as an expressive and receptive communication modalities. In Italy, along the XX century there has been a growing diffusion of art-therapies as rehabilitation techniques in several settings. The currently available empirical evidence suggests a relevant role for art-therapies in psychiatry, especially for psychotic’s patients with negative symptoms and depression. This brief summary has not set as its objective a critical reevaluation of all the studies present in the literature on Art Therapy, a task left to the experts of the meta analyses and reviews but wants to be a reflection on some limits of the current studies. Final point is on the Italian reality: despite the evidence and the ten-year tradition on Art Therapies in Italy, they have a fairly wide spread in the rehabilitation services of the Mental Health Departments and Art Therapy is still confused as “socialization” or as techniques of which little is known about the effect. This confusion refers to the need for training on the subject to be constant for psychiatric service operators and for scientific researchers to produce evidence that can be used to finalize its use in a personalized way with a view to an increasingly modern precision medicine.
Nonlinear Physics Gives the Key to Harmoneous Marriage
Authors: Kuman Maria
Published: January 2024

What is wrong with being married by love? Why are there so many divorces between couples married by love? Because what we call love is actually lust. It turned out that to improve the quality of the species, Mother Nature sexually attracts you to your opposite. For that reason, marriage based only on sexual attraction cannot last because you cannot be happy with your opposite to the end of your life. Couples married following sexual attraction would be mathematically presented as a resonance of the two nonlinear sexual oscillators. Hawaiians believe that choosing a life-partner based on sexual attraction only is a choice from viewpoint of a fish, which knows only water. The key to harmonious marriage is to find your Soul Mate - an individual who resonate to you not only sexually, but also mentally and emotionally. Hawaiians believe that choosing a Soul Mate as a life-partner is a choice from the viewpoint of a bird, which knows water, air, and earth. It would be mathematically presented as a resonance of three nonlinearly coupled oscillators: mental, emotional, and sexual. Marriage between Soul Mates is expected to be much stronger because it is a resonance of three couples of nonlinear oscillators instead of one. It is also explained why time seems to run faster in exciting conversation.
The Effect of Scalp Acupuncture on Emotional and Emotion Related Behavioral Problems in Children with Autism
Authors: Heung Ya Chuen
Published: January 2024

Background: Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often manifest various emotion and emotion related behavioral problems. They may exhibit externalizing difficulties such as temper tantrum, aggression, even self-injury, together with internalizing problems such as anxiety, fear, depression and impatience. Scalp acupuncture had been found to improve the cognitive, social, as well as behavioral problems. Our clinical observation noted a drastic change in emotional and emotion- related behavioral problems in children with ASD upon the therapy of scalp acupuncture. Methods: Children with ASD aged 2 to 10 were assessed as a treatment group (n=45) and a comparison group (n=44). Data were analyzed by the paired sample t-test. The treatment group received scalp acupuncture therapy of a total of 30 sessions in about 6 months, while the comparison group received no acupuncture treatment. The differences in performance were compared between the two groups. Results: There were significant improvements in performance of temper tantrum, aggression to others, impatience, fears and anxiety after scalp acupuncture. Scalp acupuncture had shown to exhibit prominent influence to items of temper tantrum and aggression take into account the natural course of the disorder. Conclusion: Scalp acupuncture is effective in alleviating emotional and emotion-related behavioral problems especially temper tantrum and aggression problems in children with ASD.
Organoids As a Tool to Fuel Basic Medical Research
Authors: Zhang Yihang
Published: January 2024

The use of animal models in biomedical research has been a long-standing challenge due to their limited ability to accurately depict human physiology and pathology. However, the development of organoids has changed this by allowing the replication of the structure and function of human organs in a controlled laboratory setting. Organoids are 3D cell cultures that possess the key features of specific organs, and contain a population of self-renewing stem cells that can differentiate into various cell types that mimic the organ-specific properties and spatial organization. Organoids can be derived from both adult and pluripotent stem cells [1]. Recent advancements in the field demonstrate that 3D organoids robustly exhibit self-organizing properties in both embryonic and adult mammal stem cells, exhibiting key structures and functional characteristics of organs such as the brain, heart, kidney, liver, lung, and retina. This article provides an overview of recent progress in organoid technology and its impact on advancing basic medicine.
Critical Evaluation of Concept of Genetics in Ayurveda WSR to Eight Undesired Body Types (Ashta Nindit)
Authors: Waghe Subhash D
Published: January 2024

Ayurveda is an ancient medical science of India. The roots of many concepts of modern medicine are deep seated in Ayurveda. Genetics is one such concept which has its roots in Ayurveda. The word ‘Gene’ probably have developed from the word ’Genesis’ which in turn might have evolved from the Sanskrit word ‘Janana’ which literally means to produce medicine. Ayurveda also says that as per the maternal and paternal genetic influence during embryogenesis, organs with maternal and paternal make up shapes up. Ayurveda is of the view that during this process of embryogenesis, if any part of the Beeja (zygote) gets affected, then the genetic abnormality of that part is noticed in later life. Prakriti (Typical body types) is one such concept which is genetically determined during the process of embryogenesis. In Ayurveda, hereditary disorders are referred to as “Adibala Pravrutta Vikara”. The eight undesired body types, mentioned in Ayurveda such as Ati Deergha (Long stature), Ati Hrasva (Short stature), Ati Sthula (Hereditary obesity), Ati Krusha (Hereditary leanness), Ati Gaura (Hereditary Albinism), Ati Krushna (Hereditary Hypermelanosis), Ati Loma (Hereditary Hypertrichosis), A Loma (Hereditary Hypotrichosis) may be categorized under Adibala Pravrutta Vikaras. (Hereditary Diseases). The present study aims to study the concept of eight undesired body types with respect to their genetic inheritance in the light of modern medical advances in genetics. It is observed and concluded that the concept of genetics is very well mentioned in Ayurveda and the eight undesired body types have genetic predisposition.
Applying the Functional Medicine Model to Idiopathic Scoliosis Management: A Narrative Mini-Review
Authors: Morningstar Mark
Published: January 2024

Addressing the underlying components of idiopathic scoliosis, including hormone and neurotransmitter imbalances, has the potential to improve scoliosis treatment outcomes. While the precise relationship between these imbalances and scoliosis development is not fully understood, emerging evidence suggests that correcting these imbalances may positively influence the progression and management of idiopathic scoliosis. The functional medicine model of patient evaluation and treatment may offer some insight as to more robustly, and possibly effectively, manage the entire idiopathic scoliosis condition. This review describes many of the known underlying abnormalities associated with idiopathic scoliosis and offers perspective and ideas for future research into comprehensive idiopathic scoliosis management.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN THINK TALK WRITE (TTW) TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR PENDIDIKAN PANCASILA KELAS IV MIM AL MUTTAQIEN
Authors: Karnia Fita Tri , Suryawan Ari
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh model pembelajaran Think Talk Write (TTW) terhadap hasil belajar Pendidikan Pancasila kelas IV di MIM Al Muttaqien. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif menggunakan metode penelitian pre-eksperimental design dengan one group pretest-posttest. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas IV di MIM Al Muttaqien. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini dengan menggunakan instrumen soal pilihan ganda. Untuk pengujian hipotesis diperoleh nilai signifikasi (2 tailed) sebesar 0,000 yang artinya kurang dari taraf signifikasi (α) 0,05 maka Ho ditolak. Artinya terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara pretest dan posttest. Dari hasil tersebut dapat dilihat t hitung bernilai negatif yaitu – 8,906 yang berarti rata-rata nilai pretest lebih rendah daripada rata-rata nilai posttest. Berdasarkan data tersebut dapat disimpulkan bahwa “Terdapat pengaruh model pembelajaran Think Talk Write (TTW) terhadap hasil belajar Pendidikan Pancasila kelas IV MIM Al Muttaqien”.
ANALISIS METODE RESITASI UNTUK MENUMBUHHKAN KARAKTER TANGGUNG JAWAB PESERTA DIDIK DI SDIU CAHAYA AL-FATIH KABUPATEN PANDEGLANG
Authors: Ahmad Fuadi Dakwan  , Sholeh Hidayat  , Ana Nurhasanah
Published: January 2024

Abstrak : Karakter tanggung jawab merupakan karakter yang penting dimiliki seorang peserta didik karena merupakan karakter dasar, bentuk komitmen serta konsistensi atas semua tingkah laku yang dilakukan. Dalam proses pembelajaran di sekolah banyak cara yang dapat dilakukan sebagai upaya menumbuhkan karakter tanggung jawab, salah satunya ialah dengan menggunakan metode resitasi dalam kegiatan pembelajaran. Metode resitasi dinilai dapat menumbuhkan karakter tanggung jawab melalui proses mengerjakan tugas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menggambarkan proses perencanaan kegiatan pembelajaran menggunakan metode resitasi, untuk menjelaskan proses pelaksanaan metode resitasi serta menganalisis implikasi proses metode resitasi dalam menumbuhkan karakter tanggung jawab peserta didik dalam kegiatan pembelajaran. Adapun metode yang digunakan yaitu metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan teknik pengambilan data meliputi wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Penelitian ini dilakukan di SDIU Cahaya Al-Fatih Kabupaten Pandeglang sebagai tempat untuk pengambilan data, temuan dan hasil. Hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa pelaksanaan pembelajaran menggunakan metode resitasi di SDIU Cahaya Al-Fatih Kabupaten Pandeglang berjalan sesuai dengan sintak yang ada dimulai dari fase pemberian tugas, fase pelaksanaan tugas dan fase pertanggung jawaban tugas, serta berimplikasi terhadap tumbuhnya karakter tanggung jawab peserta didik yang dilihat dari beberapa indikator diantaranya peserta didik menghargai waktu, tidak mencontek, aktif dalam kegiatan pembelajaran serta melakukan atau mengerjakan apa yang diminta.

 

Kata Kunci: Pembelajaran, Metode Resitasi, Karakter Tanggung Jawab.
PENGARUH METODE MONTESSORI TERHADAP PEMAHAMAN BERBAHASA INDONESIA DI SEKOLAH SRI AMAN SUKSA SCHOOL SATUN THAILAND
Authors: Syahlita Elvina , Amelia Chairunnisa , Nasution Dewi Kesuma
Published: January 2024

Metode Montessori merupakan metode yang dirumuskan berdasarkan teori Montessori yang dapat digunakan dalam ranah pendidikan anak dan disusun berdasarkan teori tentang perkembangan anak. Karakteristik yang paling terlihat dari metode ini yaitu menekankan pada aktivitas yang dimunculkan oleh diri anak dengan menekankan pada proses adaptasi lingkungan belajar anak yang dibentuk sesuai dengan tahap perkembangannya, menggunakan peran dari aktivitas fisik dalam menyerap konsep pembelajaran untuk memiliki kemampuan yang praktis. Tulisan ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan bagaimanakah pengaruh metode montessori terhadap pemahaman berbahasa Indonesia di Sri Aman Suksa School Satun Thailand. Metode penelitian yang dilakukan pada penelitian ini yaitu kuantitatif deskriptif, yaitu berupa observasi partisipasi aktif dan dokumentasi merupakan teknik pengumpulan data yang penulis pakai sebagai upaya terkumpulnya informasi yang dilakukan di Sri Aman Suksa School Satun Thailand. Hasil penelitian terkait penerapan metode montessori menggunakan aktivitas rangsangan sesuai dengan prinsip Maria Montessori ternyata dalam pembelajaran dapat meningkatkan pemahaman berbahasa Indonesia para siswa di Sri Aman Suksa School Satun Thailand.
PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR MATEMATIKA FPB DAN KPK MELALUI MEDIA DAKON MATEMATIKA KELAS IV SDN BOGOREJO KECAMATAN BANCAR KABUPATEN TUBAN
Authors: Hikmah Kholishotul , Fadiana Mu'jizatin
Published: January 2024

Matematika merupakan salah satu mata pelajaran yang menduduki peranan penting dalam pendidikan. Selama ini pembelajaran matematika pada tingkat sekolah dasar sebagian besar dilaksanakan dengan metode ceramah, guru enggan menggunakan media pembelajaran, dengan alasan bahwa penggunaan media pembelajaran membutuhkan biaya besar dan kurang praktis. Permasalahan yang terjadi di SDN Bogorejo, Kecamatan Bancar, Kabupaten Tuban adalah rendahnya hasil belajar matematika siswa pada materi Faktor Persekutuan Terbesar (FPB) dan Kelipatan Persekutuan Terkecil (KPK). Hal ini terbukti dari pelaksanaan ulangan harian, hasil yang diperoleh belum mencapai KKM (Kriteria Kelulusan Minimal) yang ditentukan sekolah yaitu 75. Penelitian Tindakan Kelas ini menggunakan media “Dakon Matematika”. Media “Dakon Matematika” ini merupakan upaya untuk mengatasi permasalahan rendahnya nilai peserta didik dalam pembelajaran matematika, khususnya materi FPB dan KPK. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penguasaan siswa terhadap materi pembelajaran menunjukkan peningkatan. Hal ini dapat ditunjukkan dengan hasil evaluasi belajar meningkat dari Siklus I 70,37% dan Siklus II 92,59% setelah menggunakan media Dakon Matematika. Peningkatan hasil belajar berupa nilai rata-rata mengalami peningkatan mulai dari Siklus I 71,48% dan Siklus II 89,63%. Dari hasil observasi memperlihatkan bahwa terjadi peningkatan aktivitas siswa yang awalnya pada Siklus I hanya 62,96% menjadi 96,30% pada siklus kedua.
PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN KOSA KATA BAHASA INGGRIS ANAK AUTIS MELALUI PERMAINAN KARTU DAN GERAK LAGU
Authors: Firdaus Firdaus , Edyyul Ilham Akerda , Septia Wia , Earnestly Femi
Published: January 2024

Abstract: This research aimed to improve the English vocabulary of autistic children in comprehension and pronunciation through the use of card games and song movements. The research subjects used total sampling with 16 students. This form of research was a class action with a design in the form of planning, action, observation and reflection. This research consisted of two cycles. Data collection was carried out using tests, interviews and observations. The analytical method used was descriptive quantitative. The research results showed that through learning card games and song movements, students could improve their English vocabulary skills in understanding and pronunciation. In the results of cycle I, post test I was carried out, showing a comprehension score of 2.40 and a pronunciation score of 2.23. This means there was an increase compared to the pre-test with 0.94 marks for understanding and 0.67 for pronunciation. In cycle II, post-test II was carried out with results of 3.61 in understanding and 3.77 in pronunciation. The increase occurred by 1.21 in understanding and 1.54 in pronunciation. These results showed that the combination of learning card games followed by song movement games could improve English vocabulary skills in the understanding and pronunciation of students at the Autism Mitra Ananda Special Need School. The increase in vocabulary pronunciation was greater than understanding.

Key words: SLB Autism Mitra Ananda, Vocabulary, Card Games, Song Movement
Difusi Sistem E-SPMI di Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Kudus; Analisis Model Rogers
Authors: Rahmawati Rukhaini Fitri , Muchsin Muchsin , Faishol Muhammad , Shofwani Siti Aniqoh
Published: January 2024

Diffusion of E-SPMI System at State Islamic Institute (IAIN) of Kudus; Analysis of Rogers Model. This article discusses the diffusion process of the E-SPMI system at IAIN Kudus. The E-SPMI system was put in place with the aim of improving the quality assurance system, especially in the implementation of the PPEPP cycle. The purpose of this study is to find out how the diffusion process of the E-SPMI system and what factors influence it. The results show that the diffusion process goes through several stages, starting from the knowledge stage, which encourages institutions to develop E-SPMI because of the need for innovation and efficiency in quality assurance. Furthermore, the persuasion stage involves socializing the concept and advantages of E-SPMI to related parties and stakeholders. The great advantages and efficient costs of E-SPMI encourage a collective decision to adopt it. Implementation begins with E-SPMI data filled by study programs and supervised by LPM. Although the results of implementation could not yet be measured during the confirmation phase, leadership support and positive user perceptions point to a bright future. Factors that influence the technology diffusion process in higher education environments. Factors such as perspective, data complexity, and data integration in the SMURT system affect the diffusion process of E-SPMI.

Artikel ini membahas proses difusi sistem E-SPMI di IAIN Kudus. Sistem E-SPMI diberlakukan dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan sistem penjaminan mutu khususnya dalam pelaksanaan siklus PPEPP. Tujuan pengkajian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana proses difusi sistem E-SPMI dan faktor apa sea yang mempengaruhinya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa proses difusi melewati beberapa tahap, dimulai dari tahap pengetahuan, yang mendorong institusi untuk mengembangkan E-SPMI karena kebutuhan akan inovasi dan efisiensi dalam penjaminan kualitas. Selanjutnya, tahap persuasi melibatkan sosialisasi konsep dan keunggulan E-SPMI kepada pihak terkait dan pemangku kepentingan. Keunggulan besar dan biaya efisien E-SPMI mendorong keputusan kolektif untuk mengadopsinya. Implementasi dimulai dengan pengisian data E-SPMI oleh program studi dan diawasi oleh LPM. Meskipun hasil implementasi belum dapat diukur selama fase konfirmasi, dukungan pimpinan dan persepsi positif pengguna menunjukkan masa depan yang cerah. Faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi proses difusi teknologi di lingkungan pendidikan tinggi. Faktor-faktor seperti perspektif, kompleksitas data, dan integrasi data dalam sistem SMURT mempengaruhi proses difusi E-SPMI.
Распространение вариантов вируса SARS-COV-2, вызывающих интерес (VOI) и находящихся под наблюдением (VUM), на основе количества их геномов, депонированных в базу данных GISAID за неделю с 30 декабря 2023 г. по 5 января 2024 г.
Authors: Дмитриева Людмила , Гусева Наталья , Краснов Ярослав , Чумачкова Елена , Осина Наталья , Зимирова Анастасия , Иванова Александра , Карнаухов Игорь , Караваева Татьяна , Щербакова Светлана , Кутырев Владимир
Published: January 2024

В обзоре представлена информация по циркулирующим в настоящее время вариантам вируса SARS-COV-2 Omicron вызывающих интерес (VOI) и находящихся под наблюдением (VUM), геномные последовательности которых размещены в международной базе данных GISAID за неделю с 30 декабря 2023 г. по 5 января 2024 г.
Perthes-Like Disorder in a Child with Atypical Bohring-Opitz Syndrome
Authors: Altaf Mir Tariq , Kandagaddala Madhavi , Selina Agnes , Madhuri Vrisha
Published: January 2024

Case:

Bohring-Opitz syndrome is characterized by facial dysmorphism, intellectual disability, specific upper-limb posturing, and developmental delay. We report a case of 14-year-old girl with bilateral hip pain and loss of mobility. Clinical exome sequencing showed a proband with a heterozygous pathogenic nonsense variant in ASXL1 gene.

Conclusion:

The Perthes-like clinical and radiological features in the hip and the absence of classical upper-limb features are a new phenotype and hence presented here.
Contemporary Trends in the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Match and the Effects of COVID-19
Authors: Picton Bryce , Huynh Ashley , Brown Nolan J. , Beyer Ryan S. , Lew Ryan , Hatter Matthew J. , Andalib Saman , Harris Mark H. , Hashmi Sohaib
Published: January 2024

Objective:

We aimed to elucidate associations between geographic location, size, and ranking of medical schools that orthopaedic surgery residents graduate from and the residencies that they match both pre–COVID-19 and post–COVID-19 pandemic by examining the 2017 to 2022 orthopaedic surgery residency cohorts.

Methods:

Demographics were extracted using Doximity Residency Navigator platform, the 2021 US News and World Report, and program websites. Medical schools were classified as large if they had >613 medical students. Postgraduate year 1 (PGY-1) (2021 match) and PGY-2 (2022 match) residents were classified as the COVID-19 cohort. Location was categorized as Northeast, Midwest, South, and West. Chi-square tests, Cohen's H value, and descriptive statistics were used for analysis with statistical significance set at p <0.05.

Results:

Four thousand two hundred forty-three residents from 160 accredited US orthopaedic residency programs (78.4%) were included. Northeastern applicants were most likely to match in the same region (p <0.01), and southern applicants were most likely to match at their home program (p <0.001). Applicants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic did not differ from their predecessors with regards to matching to the same region (p = 0.637) or home program (p = 0.489). Applicants from public medical schools were more likely to match in the same region and at their home program (p <0.001), whereas those from private medical schools were more likely to match at top-ranked residencies (p <0.001). Students from both top 25- and top 50-ranked medical schools were more likely to match at their home program (p <0.01) and attend top 20-ranked residency programs (p <0.0001).

Conclusion:

These results demonstrate significant associations between matched residencies and attended medical schools' geographic location, school type, and ranking. During the pandemic, geographic trends were overall unchanged, whereas residents from large or lower-ranked schools were more likely to match at home programs, and those from private or top-ranked schools were less likely to attend top residencies.
Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Agonists
Authors: Chan Peter Y.W. , Mika Aleksander P. , Martin J. Ryan , Wilson Jacob M.
Published: January 2024

» Orthopaedic surgeons are increasingly likely to encounter patients with obesity and/or type 2 diabetes taking glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists for weight loss.

» GLP-1 agonists are an effective treatment for weight loss with semaglutide and tirzepatide being the most effective agents. Randomized controlled trials using these agents have reported weight loss up to 21 kg (46 lb).

» The use of GLP-1 agonists preoperatively can improve glycemic control, which can potentially reduce the risk of postoperative complications. However, multiple cases of intraoperative aspiration/regurgitation have been reported, potentially related to the effect of GLP-1 agonists on gastric emptying.

» While efficacious, GLP-1 agonists may not produce sufficient weight loss to achieve body mass index cutoffs for total joint arthroplasty depending on individual patient factors, including starting bodyweight. Multifactorial approaches to weight loss with focus on lifestyle modification in addition to GLP-1 agonists should be considered in such patients.

» Although GLP-1 agonists are efficacious agents for weight loss, they may not be accessible or affordable for all patients. Each patient's unique circumstances should be considered when creating an ideal weight loss plan during optimization efforts.