bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Los nuevos avances en la regulación europea de la responsabilidad civil por los daños ocasionados en el ámbito del transporte con inteligencia artificial
Authors: Núñez Zorrilla Mª Carmen
Published: November 2021

El rápido desarrollo de tecnologías como la robótica y la inteligencia artificial, especialmente con su capacidad de aprendizaje, son los principales facilitadores de la evolución del transporte digital y automatizado en Europa. Sin embargo, la movilidad automatizada también conlleva nuevos riesgos que tienen su origen, en la cada vez más creciente autonomía de estos vehículos para adoptar sus propias decisiones no programadas ni predecibles. Es por este motivo que, en la otra cara de la moneda, se encuentra el elevado riesgo potencial de estas altas tecnologías de causar graves y cuantiosos daños en los casos de decisiones erróneas, siendo el sector del transporte, precisamente, un sector que se mueve en estas coordenadas de peligrosidad. De ahí, la conveniencia y urgencia de afrontar legislativamente, a nivel europeo, esta nueva realidad que avanza a un ritmo vertiginoso.
El presente trabajo se centra en el estudio de las lagunas e insuficiencias existentes en la legislación europea sobre la responsabilidad civil por los daños derivados del transporte con inteligencia artificial, y en las iniciativas jurídicas adoptadas recientemente por la Unión Europea para la elaboración de una legislación completa y armonizada en esta materia.
Faktor-faktor motivasi yang dipertimbangkan masyarakat dalam pemilihan sistem perbankan syariah (studi pada Bank BTN Syariah)
Authors: Seputra R. Yudhistira Adi , Artha Bhenu
Published: November 2021

The purpose of this study was to determine the internal and external motivations considered by customers in saving funds at BTN Syariah Yogyakarta. This research was conducted on 110 respondents. The results showed that internal and external motivational factors were considered by customers in saving funds at BTN Syariah Yogyakarta. Further results show that there is no difference in the customer's internal and external motivations seen from the level of education and work.
INTERNATIONAL MIGRATION OF THE POPULATION OF TAJIKISTAN
Authors: Tajibaeva M. N. , Abdumavlonovna A. Z.
Published: November 2021

. В статье показана значимая роль трудовой эмиграции для трудоизбыточных стран. На примере Республики Таджикистан обозначены положительные и отрицательные последствия работы таджиков в России. По мнению авторов, усиление трудовой эмиграции приводит к снижению политической и экономической безопасности Таджикистана. В тоже время возможность работать в России позволяет улучшить уровень жизни домохозяйств, члены которых выезжают в Россию. Показаны результаты социологического опроса трудовых эмигрантов
PECULIARITIES OF THE EMIGRATION OF RUSSIAN NURSES ABROAD
Authors: Krasnikova E. S.
Published: November 2021

Реформы системы здравоохранения в последние несколько лет были направлены на оптимизацию медицинских учреждений с целью повышения эффективности и качества обслуживания. Но реформы привели к сокращению больниц, поликлиник и амбулаторий. В связи с ухудшением условий труда в системе здравоохранения ежегодно уезжают из страны врачи, родившиеся и получившие образование в РФ, что негативно сказывается на системе здравоохранения. В статье представлен анализ статистических данных о российских медсестрах, проживающих и работающих за рубежом. Источником послужили данные Организации экономического сотрудничества и развития (ОЭСР) «Миграция кадров здравоохранения», опубликованные на официальном сайте ОЭСР. Показано, что в 2016 г. большая часть российских медсестер-мигрантов проживала в Израиле и Германии. Значительно меньше проживало в США, Дании, Латвии, Канаде, Великобритании, Норвегии, Италии, Литве, Новой Зеландии, Польше
IMPACT OF MIGRATION ON THE DEMOGRAPHIC SITUATION IN THE RUSSIAN FAR EAST
Authors: Motrich E. L. , Zubkov V. V.
Published: November 2021

Статья посвящена актуальной проблеме в демографическом развитии Дальнего Востока России – проанализированы миграционные процессы (межрегиональные, со странами СНГ и дальним зарубежьем) и показано их влияние на динамику численности населения в регионе. Проведенный анализ позволил сделать предположение, что в условиях современного демографического развития РФ Дальневосточный регион не может рассчитывать на активизацию межрегиональной миграции. В работе показана значимость миграционного взаимодействия со странами СНГ и дальнего зарубежья. Приведено мнение ведущих ученых о решении демографических проблем на основе принятой в 2020 г. Национальной программы развития Дальнего Востока до 2035 г. В заключении статьи подчеркнуто, что одной из стратегических целей развития Дальнего Востока является реализация геополитической задачи закрепления населения.
Dryopteris wulingshanensis (Dryopteridaceae), a new species from Hunan, China
Authors: Shu Jiang-Ping , Liu Zi-Yue , Gu Zhi-Rong , Chen Li-Jun , Wei Hong-Jin , Zhou Xi-Le , Yan Yue-Hong , Wang Rui-Jiang
Published: November 2021

Dryopteris wulingshanensis, a new species growing on limestone in the Wulingshan Mountains, Hunan, China, is described and illustrated. This species is most similar to D. jishouensis and D. gymnophylla on general morphological traits, such as the form of scales, rhizome and sori, but differs by the number of vascular bundles at the base of the petiole, length to width ratio of lamina, stalk length of basal pinnae, division of the lamina, apex form of the pinnule and habitat. Moreover, molecular phylogenetic analysis using the chloroplast rbcL gene suggested that D. wulingshanensis, as the sister group of D. jishouensis, is a monophyletic clade. According to its restricted geographic range, small populations and few individuals, D. wulingshanensis should be considered endangered, according to the IUCN Red List criteria.
Visual Outcomes After Implantation of Allogenic Lenticule in a 100-µm Pocket for Moderate to High Hyperopia: 2-Year Results
Authors: Liu Shengtao , Wei Ruoyan , Choi Joanne , Li Meiyan , Zhou Xingtao
Published: November 2021

PURPOSE:

To investigate 2-year visual outcomes, stability, and predictability after allogenic lenticule implantation in a 100-µm pocket for moderate to high hyperopia correction.

METHODS:

In this prospective case series, 14 eyes of 9 patients with moderate to high hyperopia ranging from +3.00 to +8.00 diopters sphere were included between March and September 2018. Allogenic lenticules extracted from myopic small incision lenticule extraction were implanted into a pocket created by femtosecond laser at a 100-µm depth in recipients with hyperopia. All patients were followed up for 2 years. Uncorrected (UDVA) and corrected (CDVA) distance visual acuity, manifest refraction, corneal topography, Fourier-domain optical coherence tomography, and in vivo confocal microscopy were examined.

RESULTS:

At postoperative 2 years, 2 eyes (14.3%) gained one line of CDVA, 11 eyes (78.6%) had unchanged CDVA, and 1 eye (7.1%) lost one line of CDVA. No eyes lost two or more lines of CDVA. Twelve of the treated eyes (85.7%) had postoperative uncorrected near visual acuity equal to or better than pre-operative values. The spherical equivalent decreased from +5.53 ± 1.45 D preoperatively to −0.60 ± 1.20 D at postoperative year 2 (
P
< .001). The anterior mean keratometric readings increased from 42.41 ± 1.03 D preoperatively to 48.38 ± 1.98 D at postoperative year 2 (
P
< .001). Of 14 treated eyes, 10 eyes (71.4%) had spherical equivalent within ±1.00 D.

CONCLUSIONS:

The findings suggest that allogenic lenticule transplantation may be a promising option for the correction of moderate to high hyperopia.

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J Refract Surg
. 2021;37(11):734–740.]
Effect of Ground Vulcanizate Modification Methods on Properties of Oil-Petroleum-Resistant Rubber
Authors: Myadelets Vadim , Lapkovskis Vjaceslavs , Kasperovich Andrey V.
Published: November 2021

In this paper, the influence of the modification method applied to ground vulcanizate (GV) on the properties of elastomeric compositions based on nitrile rubber is discussed. Modified GV has been mixed with the elastomeric composition, which is used for the manufacturing of oil-petroleum-resistant rubber products.The work takes into consideration two types of GV with different chemical nature. The first GV type is rubber crumb produced from end-of-life tires. The second GV type was obtained from rubber wastes based on nitrile rubber. Three methods of the modification are compared in the research: mechanical activation in a planetary ball mill, swelling in a Polyethylene glycol (PEG-400) medium, and the mechano-chemical transformation of GV with PEG-4000. It is shown that depending on the dosage addition of GV modified with PEG-4000 reduce the compression set up for (16.1±0.7%), the strength decreases only by 2.1–8.3%, and the elongation at break increases by 0.8–10.3% compared to rubber without additives.
Development of Plywood Binder by Partial Replacement of Phenol-Formaldehyde Resins with Birch Outer Bark Components
Authors: Paze Aigars , Rizhikovs Janis , Godiņa Daniela , Makars Raimonds , Berzins Rudolfs
Published: November 2021

The apparent shift in climate has resulted in the pursuit of environmentally friendly bio-based products to reduce the carbon footprint. In the scientific literature, there are many attempts to make phenol-formaldehyde resins (PFR) more sustainable by using bio-based phenolics in the synthesis instead of petroleum-based phenol. However, it is also important to reduce the content of formaldehyde in the binder, the vapours of which are toxic and even carcinogenic to the human body. One of the technologically simplest solutions could be the incorporation of another bio-based wood composite binder into the completed industrial PFR. In turn, birch outer bark suberinic acids are an effective, ecological, thermosetting binder to produce mechanically durable and moisture-resistant wood composites. The aim of the study was to adapt the components of birch outer bark (suberinic acids and betulin-based extractives) for their incorporation into industrial PFR and to find the optimal degree of resins replacement in practical experiments. At the same time, to keep a similar level of the bending strength and moisture resistance (shear strength) of the plywood bonded with the modified binder compared to pure industrial PFR. As a result, it was found that it was possible to replace up to 30 wt% (dry basis) of the industrial PFR with birch outer bark components to obtain birch plywood without significant loss of the bending strength and moisture resistance. In this way, it would be possible to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the synthetic PFR binder in the birch plywood industry by using birch processing residues.
Injectable Organic-Inorganic Biocomposites for Bone Tissue Regeneration - A Mini Review
Authors: Kreicberga Inta , Salma-Ancane Kristine
Published: November 2021

Bone regeneration is complex physiological process, which include the most common form of regeneration - bone fracture healing and new bone formation. Moreover, large bone defects, infections and bone diseases such as osteoporosis and arthritis can impair bone regeneration. Despite intensive research and development of biomaterials for bone tissue engineering, especially for osteoporotic bone healing, the properties of the fabricated biomaterials are still far from those of unique composite structure of natural bone and desired therapeutic effect not achieved. This mini-review will highlight the various cutting-edge injectable inorganic-organic biocomposites as minimally invasive and regenerative therapeutics for bone tissue regeneration. The review will summarize the main strategic tools for the development of injectable biocomposites: natural or synthetic biopolymer-based hydrogels, bioactive inorganic fillers and biologically active components, as well as the fabrication techniques and synthesis methods.
Characterization of Pigments from Malus domestica Leaves for Wool Dyeing
Authors: Valkovska Valda , Orola Liāna
Published: November 2021

The study will present results of chemical analysis of mass spectrometry, evaluating the content of pigments in M. domestica leaves dyeing solution and in dyed woollen yarn nowadays. Yarn was dyed with fresh leaves of M. domestica tree. Before dyeing the yarn was treated with potassium aluminium sulphate mordant. Dyestuffs from the yarn were extracted in compliance with modified hydrochloric method of hydrolysis. Extracts were analysed by ultra high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with a diode array detector and mass spectrometry (UHPLC-DAD-MS) for identification of the pigments. Phytochemical screening of dyeing solution of the M. domestica leaves showed presence of dihydrochalcones (phloretin, phlorizin), flavan-3-ols (dimeric B type proanthocyanidin, catechin, epicatechin, gallocatehin, epigallocatechin), flavanols (quercetin derivatives: hyperoside, rutin, quercetrin), phenolic acids and other compounds.
Variations of some Metallic Elements in Different Parts of Lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.)
Authors: Lazarenko Vitālijs , Babiča Karina , Balcerbule Zenta , Bērtiņš Māris , Viksna Arturs
Published: November 2021

The aim of the research was to evaluate the content of metallic elements in different parts of lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.) depending on their place of growth and evaluate the transfer factor values from between different parts of plants (fine roots, leaves, berries). Obtained results show that there are no significant differences between the content of Fe, Cu, Zn and K, and there are similar element transfer factors between different parts of lingonberries independent from which site the samples are taken.
Poliomyelitis
Authors: Wilkinson A. E.
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Amputees and artificial limbs
Authors: Kessler Henry H.
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
The physiotherapeutic treatment of cerebral palsied children
Authors: Obholzer A.
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Ultra-sonic waves and treatment
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Physiotherapy in the cerebral palsy team at the Forest Town School, Johannesburg
Authors: Levitt Sophie
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
In Memorium: Dr. Karl Bremer
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Some of the uses of ultra-violet rays in dermatology
Authors: MacKenna R. M.B , Wareham T.
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Curvature of the spine
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Some useful equipment in the rehabilitation of permanent spinal paraplegics
Authors: Rothberg Alfred
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Virological and molecular investigation on specimens from buffaloes suspected to be infected by buffalopox virus in Egypt 2019
Authors: Mikhael Christine A. , Zaki Farid F. , Salib Fayez A.
Published: November 2021

In this study, skin lesions from buffaloes showing clinical signs of buffalopox infection were tested to isolate and identify the buffalopox virus (BPXV). Clinical examination of infected buffaloes was performed and visible clinical signs recorded. Skin scabs from infected buffaloes were collected and used for virus isolation on embryonated chicken egg (ECE) and tissue culture cell lines. The isolated BPXV was identified and characterized using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The infected buffaloes displayed fever, skin eruptions, enlargement of superficial lymph nodes, emaciation and drop in milk yield. The ECE inoculated with the prepared skin scab samples showed clear raised white pock lesions on the chorioallantoic membrane (CAM). The inoculated tissue cultures (VERO and BHK cell lines) revealed a cytopathic effect (CPE) including rounding, clumping with cytoplasmic granulation and cluster formation. PCR for the C18L specific BPXV gene was carried out on the virus infected tissue culture produced 368 bp bands. Human infection with BPXV was also recorded. It was concluded that BPXV is circulating in Egyptian buffaloes, causing economical losses and infection in contact humans.
The Sogdians and Their Religions in Turfan: Evidence in the Catalogue of the Middle Iranian Fragments in Sogdian Script of the Berlin Turfan Collection
Authors: Reck Christiane
Published: November 2021

We are able to verify the variety of the religions of the Sogdians by the text fragments found in the Turfan oasis (East Turkistan, today’s Xinjiang Autonomous Region of China). They are housed in several libraries and museums in Europe, Japan, and China. The Berlin Turfan collection contains a large part of them. The catalogue of the Sogdian text fragments in the indigenous Sogdian script of that collection was completed in 2018. The fragments represent parts of the literature of Christian, Manichaean and Buddhist communities in Turfan from the eighth to eleventh century CE. The best represented religion in the homeland of the Sogdians is a type of the Zoroastrian religion, as evidenced by archaeological findings and wall paintings. However, there are only very few texts found in Turfan and other locations in Central Asia which could be interpreted as Zoroastrian. The discussion about the religious affiliation of those texts is going on. The religious background of some other text fragments from Turfan is difficult to identify as well. Two of these examples will be published here. A remarkable feature of the religious communities in Turfan is the multilingual character of their literature, reflecting the development and path of the believers and the multi-ethnical structure of the community.
Uma política de mobilidade para a Universidade de São Paulo
Authors: Marins Karin Regina de Castro , Rodrigues da Silva Antônio Nélson , Oliveira Angélica Meireles de , Vilela Marcio Maia , Kako Keila , Costa Douglas , Gomes Matheus Machado , Righi Ciro Abbud , Zorigian Clara Marisa , Marte Claudio Luiz
Published: November 2021

O objetivo do presente artigo é apresentar e discutir o escopo da Política de Mobilidade da USP, assim como a metodologia adotada no seu desenvolvimento e os resultados já alcançados. Em linhas gerais, são tratados tópicos relativos a princípios, objetivos, definições, usos e serviços dos campi, responsabilidades, diretrizes e instrumentos para planejamento e gestão dos sistemas de mobilidade, assim como integração da política de mobilidade com outras políticas da Universidade. O trabalho é apoiado em referencial bibliográfico e arcabouço legal/normativo brasileiro pertinente e em discussões em grupo designado pela Superintendência de Gestão Ambiental da USP, abrangendo servidores docentes, não docentes, discentes e convidados, com participação dos órgãos responsáveis pelo planejamento e gestão dos espaços dos campi. Essa representatividade foi um ponto extremamente importante para agregar visões complementares, mas constituiu um dos aspectos mais difíceis no gerenciamento do processo. Além disso, para alguns participantes, havia uma perspectiva de fazer da política um instrumento de consolidação de ações de cunho prático e mais imediato, o que, por fim, será tratado na sequência, em um Plano de Gerenciamento da Mobilidade da USP, que estabelecerá diretrizes e instrumentos para a elaboração dos Planos de Mobilidade de cada um de seus campi.
Suicidality in Youth During COVID-19: A Narrative Review
Authors: Field Tiffany
Published: November 2021

This narrative review on COVID-19 youth suicidality (ideation, attempts and completed) summarizes research that is primarily on prevalence and risk factors derived from survey and medical records data. The prevalence of suicidality has been highly variable across different countries at different times during the pandemic, although it has been more prevalent after a couple weeks into lockdown periods. Inactivity and excessive time on social media have been risk factors, but loneliness, anxiety and depression were the most frequently reported risk factors for suicidality at all levels. Protective factors have included school closures that were thought to lead to less academic pressure, peer conflict and bullying. The studies are limited by being cross-sectional, not longitudinal, making it difficult to determine causality or directionality of effects.
Levels of physical activity and its association with antigravity muscles
Authors: Rizwana Butt  , Wardah Hussain Malick  , Sidra Kouser  , Danish Raouf
Published: November 2021

Objective: To determine the association of the physical activity levels with the strength of antigravity muscles in medical students of Isra University, Islamabad.
Methods: An analytical cross sectional study was conducted at Isra University, Islamabad on 200 medical students over a time duration of three months i.e. from November, 2018 to February, 2019. The participants aged between 17-25 years were included in the study. The International Physical Activity Questionnaire- Short Form 7 (IPAQ-SF-7) was used to determine the physical activity levels and Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) was used for evaluating the antigravity muscles’ strength. The data was analyzed by using SPSS version 22.
Results: The mean age of the study participants was 21.27±1.784. Of the 200 participants, 155 (77.5%) were females and 45 (22.5%) were males. A significant association was found between the physical activity levels and the antigravity muscles’ strength (p<0.001).
Conclusion: Physical activity levels were significantly associated with the strength of the antigravity muscles in the medical students of Isra University, Islamabad.
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Relationship between clinical anger and suicidal ideation among people with physical disabilities
Authors: Naila Andleeb  , Sadaf Ahsan  , Sadaf Zaheer  , Farhana Sajjad
Published: November 2021

Present research was intended to examine the association between suicidal ideation and clinical anger among the physically disabled. The Purposive Convenient study was conducted at Artificial Limbs Centre, Fauji Foundation Hospital Rawalpindi from February 2016 to November 2016. The modified scale for suicidal ideation and the clinical anger scale were used for data collection. Sample comprised of 150 physically disabled individuals including 87 (56%) males and 63 (42%) females.  Findings revealed that suicidal ideation had significant positive relationship with clinical anger and females were significantly higher in clinical anger and suicidal ideation as compared to males. Furthermore,results revealed higher mean scores on clinical anger by the participants having the problem of spinal cord 26.10±9.25 and suicidal ideation is higher in persons having problem of polio 15.87±9.41as compared to other physical disabilities. The study highlighted the need develop and enhance mental and physical health.
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Native Law as One of The Sources of Law in Sabah Legal System
Authors: Salleh Rafidah@Malissa Binti
Published: November 2021

Native law is one of the sources of law recognised by the Federal Constitution in Malaysia. In Sabah1, one of the states in East Malaysia, native law received its formal recognition from the British government in 1888. It continues to exist until today, governing matters involving the natives of Sabah. The law is administered by the native court, presided by the native chiefs. This paper discusses the evolution of native law in the State of Sabah since colonial times and analyses the development of customary law as one of the sources of law in the Malaysian legal system. The analysis includes a discussion on the validity of customs and the position of native law in the Sabah legal system.
Dari Federalisme Terpusat ke Federalisme Multi-etnik: Pengaruh Etnisiti dalam Persekutuan Malaysia
Authors: Ahmad Tajudin Abdul Aqmar , Mohamed Noor Muhamad Nadzri , Zawawi Hussain Yusri
Published: November 2021

Kesusasteraan lepas cenderung melihat federalisme Malaysia dibentuk oleh faktor sejarah dan penjajahan. Oleh kerana itulah mereka selalu membahagikan perbincangan mereka di dalam federalisme Malaysia kepada tiga tahap perkembangan iaitu kolonialisme, dekolonialisme dan pasca-kolonialisme. Berbeza dari kajian terdahulu, artikel ini cuba melihat dan meneroka pengaruh etnisiti dalam pencorakan perkembangan federalisme Malaysia. Semasa proses dekolonisasi, etnisiti menjadi antara angkubah utama yang dipertimbang oleh Suruhanjaya Reid dalam menggubal perlembagaan Persekutuan Malaya 1957 yang agak terpusat bagi mengekalkan identiti Melayu, Islam dan kedudukan Raja-raja Melayu. Semasa pembentukan Persekutuan Malaysia pada tahun 1963 pula, etnisiti turut mempengaruhi rekayasa struktur persekutuan yang asimetrikal. Tujuannya adalah bagi memastikan identiti dan autonomi etnik di Sabah dan Sarawak terpelihara kerana tanpa jaminan ini, Sabah dan Sarawak sukar untuk bersetuju untuk membentuk Persekutuan Malaysia. Selepas rusuhan kaum pada tahun 1969 sehingga politik kontemporari kini, pengaruh etnisiti telah mencorakkan Malaysia sebagai federalisme multi-etnik. Ini dapat dilihat dengan wujudnya kebangkitan nasionalisme etnik majoriti, perdebatan mengenai asimilasi dan integrasi etnik, tuntutan perlembagaan yang lebih simetri antara pusat-negeri, persaingan etnik antara Melayu dan bukan Melayu di Semenanjung, antara Muslim Bumiputera dan bukan Muslim Bumiputera di Sabah dan Sarawak dan pertentangan antara kumpulan agama konservatif dalam progresif. Justeru, pengaruh etnisiti yang kuat ini berupaya menjejaskan matlamat serampang dua mata federalisme multi-etnik di Malaysia, iaitu mengiktiraf kepelbagaian (diversity) dan mewujudkan perpaduan (unity) kerana ia terus mengekalkan sifat tegang tetapi stabil dalam kalangan masyarakatnya. Pun begitu, artikel ini melihat struktur federalismenya yang bersifat terpusat, asimetri dan multi-etnik inilah yang menyumbang kepada kestabilan sosio-politik dan integriti persekutuan Malaysia.
Theory of Planned Behaviour and Pro-environmental Intention: Russian, Australian and Chinese Tourists in Phuket, Thailand
Authors: Leenanithikul Oraphan
Published: November 2021

As environmental problems keep being concerned by many parties, not only actors in the production side are accused as roots of the problem, the consumer side should not also be neglected. Since it has been suggested that pro-environmental intention will probably lead to some responsible behavior, this study aims to explore factors influencing consumers’ pro-environmental behavioral intention by applying the framework of the theory of planned behavior (TPB). The study focused on exploring the behavior of international tourists from Russia, Australia and China who travel in Phuket Province, Thailand. The result of multiple regression analysis indicated that all factors were positively predictors of pro-environmental intention. Perceived behavioral control provided the highest impact (Beta = 0.543) whereas attitude toward pro-environmental behavior (Beta = 0.140) and subjective norms (Beta = 0.140) provided the lower impact and finally, perceived value (Beta = 0.087) provided the lowest impact.
The Role of Prophetic Food in The Prevention and Cure of Chronic Diseases: A Review of Literature
Authors: Iqbal Aimi Solehah Mohamed , Jan Muhammad Tahir , Muflih Betania Kartika , Jaswir Irwandi
Published: November 2021

Islam is the way of life. It exists in each and every moment and action of an individual. Muhammad (PBUH) is the finest of all examples in every aspect. In Islam, halal and tayyib food is important for individual prosperity and wellbeing. This is because food intake has the potential to influence human growth in terms of akhlaq, morality, and psychology. This paper studies the significance of consuming prophetic food as a healthy diet. A few highlighted issues will be discussed, such as the increasing rate of chronic diseases that have become high causes of death, as well as unhealthy eating habits amongst Malaysians regardless of age and background. Undoubtedly, the ability of nutrition and functional food from the practice of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) has proven to be one of the best ways to prevent and cure most chronic diseases with the low side effects. This paper discusses how prophetic food helps in resolving global health issues and combating chronic disease. These issues are extracted from the literature by thoroughly studying published work and research. Finding shows that there is a presence of high medicinal values in prophetic food and evidence provided in The Holy Quran and Hadiths is proven scientifically through available research and citations. The paper provides valuable insights to the Prophetic food consumption among Muslim consumers and the halal industry.
Exploring Victim Blaming Attitudes in Cases of Rape and Sexual Violence: The Relationship with Patriarchy
Authors: Abdul Hamid Haezreena Begum Binti
Published: November 2021

This article explores the relationship between patriarchy and victim blaming in cases of rape and sexual violence. It explores how women’s dependence on, and subordination to men has been used to blame victims in cases of rape and sexual assault. The article will examine how patriarchal norms that are deeply entrenched in existing laws, traditions, religion, and social practices have been used to blame women in cases of rape. It will also explore how victim blaming attitudes have and continue to be used as a tool to absolve the perpetrator from their crimes. Using discourse analysis to examine the existing literature, the article will highlight how sexual violence are sometimes minimised and trivialised in courts and media. As well as this, the study adopts a feminist lens and critiques the imbalance of power that exist between men and women. The article will highlight how patriarchal norms have been institutionalised in all layers of social structures and contest how female victims of sexual violence are sometimes ridiculed and devalued in court. Within this finding, the construction of women’s sexuality and the limited criminal justice protection will be discussed in depth. The article concludes by arguing that patriarchal norms can be destructive and obstructive in achieving fairness and justice for victims of rape and sexual violence. Therefore, immediate steps must be taken to address victim-blaming attitudes by propagating more gender equality practices and instilling such practices in all levels of society and state institutions.
Sikap Pengguna Milenial Melalui Perspektif Budaya Terhadap Pengiklanan Media Sosial
Authors: Agil Hamimda , Ahmad Abdul Latiff , Azlan Arina Anis
Published: November 2021

Pengiklan pada hari ini banyak bergantung kepada platform pengiklanan dalam talian terutama sekali media sosial untuk mempromosikan jenama pemasar kerana platform ini dilihat lebih berkesan, membuka ruang untuk pengiklan berkreativiti selain dari ianya merupakan satu pelaburan yang menguntungkan kerana kos pembelian media yang jauh lebih murah daripada platform media pengiklanan yang lain. Justeru, adalah amat penting bagi pengiklan untuk memahami sikap pengguna terutama sekali pengguna Milenial terhadap pengiklanan di media sosial memandangkan mereka merupakan generasi yang paling aktif menggunakan media sosial. Sikap pengguna terhadap iklan mempengaruhi tindak balas mereka terhadap pengiklanan, dan tingkah laku tindak balas pengguna seperti mengelak daripada melihat iklan dalam talian adalah berpunca daripada sikap negatif mereka terhadap pengiklanan yang mungkin disebabkan oleh pengaruh budaya yang terbukti dapat mempengaruhi tingkah laku dan penggunaan pengguna. Budaya yang berbeza kebiasaannya mewujudkan perbezaan dari segi kepercayaan, sikap, dan nilai dan nilai yang berbeza mungkin membawa kepada perbezaan keperluan dan tingkah laku penggunaan. Model Dimensi Budaya Hofstede dan Teori Budaya Hall merupakan model dan teori yang paling banyak digunakan untuk mengenal pasti dan menganalisis budaya mengikut tahap konteks dalam sistem komunikasi manusia.
Consumer Acceptance of Fermented Drinks in Malaysia
Authors: Kasron Norzalila , Abdul Manan Musaalbakri , Mat Azmin Mohd Nur Hafiz , Saari Nor Azlina , Abd Latip Malisah
Published: November 2021

Fermented beverages have become a powerful player in the global beverage sector because of the increased demand for health products and their nutritional benefits to societies. This study aimed to identify consumer acceptance and willingness to pay for fermented drinks developed by MARDI. It also will evaluate the market potential of products among industry players. In this study, the data was collected using structured questionnaire and face-to-face interviews focused on the population in Peninsular Malaysia. The population's selection by stratified random sampling technique and the major survey locations included mall and hypermarket. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was used to discover the underlying structure of observed variables. A total of 400 respondents had participated in the study. A field survey conducted showed that 54% of respondents knew about functional foods and 55% of these are aware of functional foods based on fruits were in the market. The survey found that 30% of respondents had taken fermented drinks before, while the rest had never known this drink. Age and income have a significant influence on consumers' willingness to pay fermented drinks at a reasonable price if this product is available in the Malaysian market. Government support is needed to encourage the cultivation of indigenous fruit in Malaysia. It can be done through the provision of seed subsidies and financial resources to farmers in expanding and increasing the supply of these raw materials for the production of value-added products.
Effects of Social Media on the Interpersonal Relationship among the Married Couples: A Study on a Selected Neighborhood (or Wards) of Dhaka City in Bangladesh
Authors: Ziha Abu , Chaitee Nazmun Nahar , Rahman Sahana
Published: November 2021

It is clearly shown that at present social media plays a vital role in our daily life and the progression in the internet in current years have made new way available to education, health service, business, transportation etc. However, in recent years many sociologists, advocates, educators, psychologists and policy makers have expressed concerns regarding the existing negative impact of social media usage. Some studies have indicated that social media use may be led to negative interpersonal relationship, including infidelity, divorce, disrespect, detachment which often occurs suicide, increases loneliness. Other studies have found evidence for harm what have indicated that social media use may be not so beneficial for some individuals especially in married life. The research was conducted on the neighborhood of Dhaka city with regards to the effects of social media on the interpersonal relationships of married couples. The report identifies the rationale of the research by drawing from popular literature which claims that social media has detrimental effects on quality of marriage. Then relevant literature is reviewed including both national and international researches with regards to the findings regarding effects of social media usage and marriage quality. Usually the usage of Internet among couples was negatively associated with marital satisfaction and commitment of both partners. At the end of the paper, the author discusses the results, along with implications, limitations and recommended future research directions with regards to the acquired information.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AMONG WOMEN IN NIGERIA AND ITS HEALTH IMPLICATION - REVIEW
Authors: Ezelote J , Eleanor Asuzu , Ezeonyi Ebere , Rita Chukwu , Martin-Remy Chukwu , Mary Ude
Published: November 2021

Purpose: All too frequent the media is filled with news of high-profile domestic violence cases. It is becoming a routine for one to wake up and hear or read the news of domestic violence. Wives are murdered by their husbands, unmarried ladies are daily murdered by a rejected lover and other form of inhuman treatment which are meted mainly on the female. Many women do not report the abuse because they are ashamed that their marriages are not working and for most women in Nigeria, divorce is not an option, so they suffer in silence. This work is aimed at reviewing the different types of domestic violence among women in Nigeria and its health implication, as well as proffered solutions.

Methodology: The method used in the collection of these data was qualitative. Officially published literatures which included textbooks, journals, newspapers and surveys were reviewed.

Findings: Factors associated with the occurrence of domestic violence occurrence in Nigeria included ethnicity, culture, religious practices, socio-economic dependence, gender inequality, psychological factors, power and control. Reports revealed high level of violence against women in Nigeria. Up to two-thirds of women in Nigeria’s Lagos state have experienced domestic violence. In South East, Nigeria, 70% of respondents reported abuse in their family, with 92% of the victims being female partners and 8% being male. A study on women’s perception of wife beating in Nigeria showed that 64.4% and 50.4% of ever married and unmarried women respectively expressed consent for wife beating.

Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Noticing and acknowledging the signs of an abusive relationship are the first step to ending it. No one should live in fear of the person they love. Domestic violence does not discriminate, it can happen among heterosexual couples and those in same-sex relationship. It can occur within all age range, ethnic background and economic levels. While women are more commonly victimized, men are also abused especially verbally and emotionally, though it can be physical at times. Domestic violence should never be acceptable, whether it is coming from a man or woman. It destroys ones self-esteem with other health consequences.
ATUAÇÃO DO ENFERMEIRO NO CONTROLE DOS MICRO-ORGANISMOS CAUSADORES DAS INFECÇÕES DO TRATO URINÁRIO (ITU) RELACIONADO AO USO DO CATETER
Authors: Silva Cristiane dos Santos , Batista Nelson Jorge Carvalho , Sousa Patricia Pereira de
Published: November 2021

A infecção do trato urinário (ITU) é caracterizada pela presença de microrganismos na urina. Os patógenos mais comuns são as bactérias. Seu principal fator de risco é o desempenho do Cateterismo Vesical Indwelling (DCV). O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar as evidências científicas sobre o papel dos enfermeiros no controle de microrganismos que causam infecções do trato urinário (ITU) relacionadas ao uso de cateteres. Utilizou-se o método de pesquisa de revisão integrativa, no qual foram utilizados 6 artigos científicos disponibilizados na íntegra, nos últimos 5 anos, selecionados na Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde (VHL), compôs a amostra analisada. Os resultados mostraram em todas as publicações que as UTIs são causadas por cateteres de moradia porque são usados incorretamente. Por isso, a enfermagem é fundamental na prevenção e controle da UTI-CA, com o envolvimento de toda a equipe sempre visando a segurança do paciente. conclui-se que a enfermagem é extremamente necessária na implementação do cuidado à prevenção da ITU, desempenhando um importante papel de liderança, para uma melhor promoção do cuidado desses pacientes.
“Our Stool and its Rituals are the basis of Protection for our Chieftaincy and Community”: The Value of Stool Rituals among the Anfoega- Ewe of Ghana.
Authors: Adzei Kofi Semanu Atsu
Published: November 2021

Chieftaincy is the oldest traditional leadership institution in Ghana which combines religion and rituals, and which is charged with the responsibility  of  performing  executive,  legislative  and  judicial functions  in  order  to  ensure  peace,  stability  and  development among most traditional societies in the country. Despite the impact of  colonial  rule  and  post-colonial  administrative  measures  that have  weakened  the  functions  of  this  noble  institution,  it  has survived  due  to  its  ability  to  merge  leadership  and  religious practices. Based on ethnographic data from the ritual experts of the paramount stool (Gablui Kofi Stool) of the Anfoega-Ewe of Ghana, this  paper  explores  the  specific  rituals  of  this  sacred  stool  and  the spiritual  entities  attached  to  it,  and  argues  that  the  stool  is indispensable  in  the  life  of  the  Anfoega  people  as  protector  and source  of  solution  to  their  existential  problems;  and  that  this benevolence is reciprocated with ritual events. It is emphasized that despite the influx of Christian religious groups to the area, the stool is  still  highly  revered  even  by  some  local  Christian  converts,  and that the people believe that abandoning the stool and its associated rituals is an anathema in the community.
Introducing Istisna’ for Financing Personal Housing Projects by Islamic Microfinance Banks in Nigeria
Authors: Salako Taofiki Ajani
Published: November 2021

Istisna’  is  a  mode  of  financing  housing  projects  and  other manufactured  assets.  It  involves  negotiation  on  the  object  of  sale with the buyer, the producer and the financier, amount and profits to be paid agreed upon before the construction of the item  begins. In  essence  the  business  transaction  has  been  completed  before  the item  of  construction  comes  into  existence.  It  is  also  known  as  a forward  sale.  This  study  looks  into  projects  that  could  be  financed through istisna’ mode of funding. Its focus however is to introduce istisna’  to  Islamic  Microfinance  Banks  in  Nigeria  as  a  financing product  for  the  construction  of  personal  houses  for  individual persons,  and  also  to  other  areas  where  istisna’  could  thrive.  It  has been observed through interactions with the Nigerian practitioners in these banks that they lack any idea of istisna’, the benefits to be derived  from  its  usage  and  principles  guiding  its  mode  of operation.  The  researcher  through  documentary  approach  x-rayed the  socio-economic  benefits  of  using  istisna’  to  finance  personal houses projects and the necessity of incorporating it into one of the microfinance  banks  products  to  be  explored.  The  developmental gains,  practical  economic  empowerment  and  fund  circulation  of banks investment among the people through the use of istisna’ are enormous and needed to be explored and exploited by the Islamic Microfinance  Banks  that  deal  with  people  at  the  micro  level.  This the  researcher  aimed  at  drawing  the  attention  of  the  banks  to  and hence  has  given  practical  illustration,  guidance,  suggestions  and recommendations  on  how  the  Islamic  Microfinance  Banks  could tap  the  benefits  of  istisna’  to  make  more  meaningful  profits  to  the banks  and  also  to  contribute  significantly  to  the  economic  welfare and ownership housing scheme of the people.
Nyame Somafo Yaw: His Calling, Mission and Messiahship
Authors: Shaibu Iddrissu Adam
Published: November 2021

This paper explores the genealogy, call and mission of Nyame Somafo1 Yaw, the founder and leader of the Asomdwee Ntonton Nkabom Som2 Movement in Ghana. Nyame Somafo Yaw who claims to be the promised messiah of the world is not known to many people and not much has been written about him. The researcher had a personal interview with the self-acclaimed Messiah, his mother and some of his followers. Additionally, an unpublished book and the 2018 calendar of the movement were consulted. Nyame Somafo Yaw traces his genealogy from Arki/Akan, claiming that Arki was the grandson of Ham, one of the sons of Noah. Nyame Somafo Yaw also believes that the descendants of Arki/Akan migrated from Sidon in search of God’s Promised Land and ended up in the Central Region of Ghana, where the various patriarchal heads went their separate ways to occupy the land of their choice. Since his call, Nyame Somafo Yaw has gradually won the hearts of some Ghanaians and non-Ghanaians alike. The paper concludes that considering the current rate of expansion of the movement and if it continues to exert influence on its existing as well as new members, the movement will be a force to reckon in Ghana and in the world in

future.
A quadratura do retângulo no Códice Atlântico de Leonardo da Vinci
Authors: Martins Jeová Pereira , Mendes Iran Abreu
Published: November 2021

O presente artigo relata parte dos resultados de uma pesquisa mais ampla e tem como objetivo discutir o método de Leonardo da Vinci para a quadratura do retângulo no Códice Atlântico. Trata-se de um manuscrito que contém 1.119 folhas de desenhos e anotações sobre temas abordados por Da Vinci. Neste artigo, analisamos a folha 544r na qual Da Vinci demonstra, por meio de desenhos e anotações, como transformar um retângulo em um quadrado de área equivalente. O texto resulta de uma pesquisa de cunho qualitativo que tomou o manuscrito como fonte histórica de informações na perspectiva de Barros (2004). Os resultados comprovam que Da Vinci demonstrou a quadratura do retângulo e mobilizou, para isso, a geometria de Os Elementos de Euclides, relacionada às suas técnicas de desenho, o que culminou em uma geometria prática por ele desenvolvida ao longo de sua vida como artista e cientista.
Deconstruyendo el estereotipo de la docente de preescolar en tiempos de pandemia
Authors: Chincoya Garcia Nidia Alejandra
Published: November 2021

En esta narrativa, la autora, joven docente de preescolar en una zona rural de Oaxaca, México, se rebela frente al estereotipo instituido de la docente del preescolar. Reflexiona acerca de la vida en pandemia, para algunos bajo el resguardo de un techo y la seguridad del empleo, para otros, en la feroz lucha cotidiana por el sustento. A fin de cuentas, lo personal es político, tal como se evidencia en esta narrativa que desvela una cotidianidad emergente donde se exacerba la desigualdad social y se hacen patentes las contradicciones del rol que se impone a las mujeres, sobre todo a las educadoras ¿Será acaso que la capacidad de asombro está agotada o ya aceptamos con indiferencia el hecho de la muerte que ronda nuestras comunidades, sobre todo cuando toca la puerta de los desposeídos, de los sintecho, de los pobres? El discurso de la autora, enmarcado en el feminismo interseccional y en la pedagogía crítica, representa un recurso que abona a la reflexión del momento histórico que vivimos y a la necesidad de repensar el qué y cómo de una educación sustentada en la justicia social y cuestionadora del orden patriarcal que socava los derechos humanos.
Formación docente continua en filosofía en la provincia de Buenos Aires (2006-2019)
Authors: Nesprías Juan
Published: November 2021

Nos proponemos abordar la experiencia de formación docente continua en el área de filosofía, en el marco de la política de capacitación que viene desarrollando la provincia de Buenos Aires desde hace varios años, y que permitió llegar masivamente a docentes, directivos y otros actores de la comunidad educativa a través de cursos y diversas acciones de formación continua. Para el área de filosofía constituye una experiencia inédita, sostenida durante trece años, en una de las más grandes jurisdicciones educativas de la región en cuanto a cantidad de docentes, alumnos y escuelas. Allí se conformó un equipo de trabajo integrado por docentes con formación académica en filosofía, que elaboró y llevó a cabo cursos y seminarios dirigidos a docentes de filosofía y de otras áreas disciplinares. En este trabajo desplegamos algunos principios filosóficos y políticos puestos en juego en dicha experiencia de capacitación, y ofrecemos algunas ideas que atañen tanto a la formación inicial de profesores/as de filosofía como al lugar de la filosofía en la escuela.