bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Oral manifestation of atypical chronic herpes in immunocompromised patients
Authors: Ielo Nara Maria Vasconcelos , Kalinin Yuri , Ono Nancy Miyuki , Dorigo Loni Suliani , Costa Anderson Costa Lino , Furtado Juvencio José Duailibe , Marcucci Marcelo
Published: February 2024

The infection is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) represents one of the most common infections in the orofacial region, and may present in the primary, recurrent forms or more rarely in the chronic form. Due to the high prevalence of HSV in the gen- eral population, this infection is frequently present in immunosuppressed patients, such as opportunistic or co-infected patients. In immunocompromised patients oral lesions may appear as progressive enlargement ulcers, or in unusual forms, such as white-yellow plaques involving extensive areas of the lower lip and oral mucosa. Objective: To report a case of patient immunocompromised, with intra-oral yellowish-white lesion on the mid- line of the tongue was asymptomatic. Case report: Female patient has a history of HIV positive, with abandonment antiretroviral therapy (ART), and pulmonary tuberculosis. The intraoral physical examination revealed yellowish-white lesion on the midline of the tongue, emitting lateral projections with circinate and serpinous borders, with well defined transition area with normal mucosa. Areas of erosion/ulceration at the center of the le- sion projections could be observed. The surface was not removable by scraping, and the lesion was asymptomatic. The immuno-histochemical study confirmed that it is a chronic HSV lesion and the patient is still on tuberculosis treatment and ART is reintroduced. Conclusion: The importance of the dental surgeon inserted in the multidisciplinary hos- pital team, helping the early diagnosis of oral manifestations and efficiency in involution of the clinical picture of the immunosuppressed patient.
Fifteen-millimeter Stafne defect in the anterior mandible
Authors: Bispo Mayara Simões , Carneiro-Júnior Bráulio , Souza André Sampaio , Neves Frederico Sampaio , Rossi Marcelle Alvarez , Crusoé-Rebello Iêda
Published: February 2024

A Stafne bone defect is a cavity in the mandible. There is controversy regarding the cause of this defect, but imaging findings offer important diagnostic contributions. The aim of this report is to present the tomographic findings of a rare case of an extensive bone defect in the anterior mandible. A 55-year-old man was seen at a dental service for oral rehabilitation with dental implants. He was asymptomatic. Panoramic radiography revealed an oval, delimited radiolucency of cystic and regular appearance encompassing the area from the apex of tooth 26 to tooth 29; the major axis was parallel to the base of the mandible. Multislice computed tomography showed a cavity with heterogeneous content and the following measurements: buccal-lingual width/depth, 1.0 cm; anteroposterior width, 1.38 cm; height, 1.54 cm; area, 0.94 cm²; volume, 2.14 cm3; and attenuation coefficient ± standard deviation, 19.86±91.27 HU. These data confirmed the diagnosis of an anterior variant of Stafne bone defect. The size of a Stafne bone defect needs to be considered when planning implant-supported rehabilitation and other interventions in the affected area. Recognition and definitive diagnosis of this condition are essential, particularly with increasing use of rehabilitation treatments with osseointegrated implants.
Hochschulverträge sind unterzeichnet: Berliner Hochschulen und das Land Berlin wollen Offene Wissenschaft (Open Research) stärken
Authors: Kindling Maxi
Published: February 2024

Am vergangenen Freitag, den 16.02.2024 wurden die Hochschulverträge für die Jahre 2024 bis 2028 durch die Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Pflege, Dr. Ina Czyborra, und die Leitungen der in der Landeskonferenz der Rektor*innen und Präsident*innen (LKRP*) vertretenen Hochschulen und der Charité unterzeichnet (siehe Pressinformation der Senatsverwaltung). In den Verträgen wurde der “freie Zugang zu Ergebnissen im Sinne einer offenen
The quality of gastronomic manifestations in strengthening tourist destination brand equity: A case study of Vojvodina
Authors: Čavić Slobodan , Ćurčić Nikola , Radivojević Nikola
Published: February 2024

The paper examines the influence of the quality of gastronomic manifestations on tourist destination brand equity. The research was conducted on the example of the tourist destination of Vojvodina. More precisely, the research was conducted on a sample of 600 visitors at 32 gastronomic manifestations, which were organized on the territory of Vojvodina in the second half of 2022. The survey was conducted during the holding of gastronomic manifestations. The research was conducted using SEM. The results show that the quality of gastronomic events has a positive impact on strengthening the brand equity of the destination. This conclusion was drawn based on findings that show that all dimensions of the quality of the hospitality event have a positive impact on all components of brand equity. The results of the survey show that food at the event has the greatest impact on destination brand equity, while souvenirs have the least impact. The facilities at gastronomic events have a significant impact on brand quality, while the informational services at a gastronomic event have a significant impact on destination brand awareness.
Legal and professional accounting regulations as strategic components of financial reporting quality
Authors: Anđelković Danijela , Petrović Vesna , Liberakos Ana
Published: February 2024

The basic aim of the research in this paper is to answer the question of whether the financial statements defined by the legislation in the Republic of Serbia, based on the IASB IAS/IFRS project implementation, could be comparable with the EU financial statements in terms of quality. The main reason for this research is to point out the necessity of including other international accounting regulations, such as EU Directive 34, for financial reporting harmonization and standardization needs. The research results show that the existing legal accounting regulations implementation defined by the IFRS has become the limiting factor for financial reporting quality. Additionally, the research results indicate the need to overcome the existing concept of technically oriented accounting and consider a broader, more completely expressed power of financial reporting that includes other non-financial determinants. In order to reach the set aim, the methodology used in this paper includes qualitative research based on secondary data sources. On that basis, the first part of the paper provides an indicator analysis that illustrates the existing financial reporting quality situation as a result of legal and professional accounting regulations implementation in the Republic of Serbia. In the second part of the paper, based on the research results, we provide suggestions for improving accounting regulations for financial reporting quality needs.
A role of Excel program in telecommunication processes simulation
Authors: Lebl Aleksandar , Mitić Dragan , Markov Žarko
Published: February 2024

This paper presents the simulation of mobile telephony systems realized in Excel program. Although primarily intended for other applications, Excel has several advantages over other specialized programs for simulation purposes. Excel application for simulation is illustrated by several examples from already published papers with the main goal to describe the most important part of realized simulations that allows determination of all important characteristics of telecommunication traffic process. Beside traffic process, the Excel application allows a reliable simulation of base station emission power starting from a random distance between the base station and mobile station.
Removal of methomyl from aqueous solutions using reactivated carbon microspheres
Authors: Dinić Denis , Stoisavljević Predrag , Stupar Stevan , Veličković Zlate , Ivanković Negovan , Tanić Milan , Anđelković Marko
Published: February 2024

The removal of methomyl, one of the most frequent pesticides, from aqueous solutions has been studied by adsorption using the reactivated carbon microspheres separated from worn filtering protective suits. This study is significant in two aspects - the first is the in-situ adsorption of pesticides from aqueous solutions, and the second is recycling protective equipment as an effective material for water decontamination. Carbamate pesticide, methomyl is aimed to control foliage and soil-borne insect pests on various agricultural product. Also, due its toxicity, it has a great potential for usage in terroristic acts and tactical purposes during military operations. The reactivated carbon (RAC) microspheres were characterized by Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM). The changes in relative concentration of methomyl during the adsorption onto the surface of the RAC microspheres was determinated using the UV-Visible spectrophotometer. The adsorption process is described by Langmuir, Freundlich, Temkin, and Dubinin-Radushkevich adsorption isotherm models. The adsorption kinetics follows the second-order kinetics model, and the thermodynamics study confirms that the adsorption is exothermic and spontaneous. At optimal conditions, the adsorption capacity was qe = 8.631 mol g-1 × 10-8 and the adsorption rate was k = 0.749 g mmol-1 min-1. The Langmuir, Freundlich, Temkin, and Dubinin-Radushkevich adsorption isotherm models were used to describe the adsorption process. The thermodynamic study of adsorption proves the process is spontaneous with exothermic nature.
Sustainable development of two geographical regions in Slovenia: Repercussions for tourism: Case study of the Posavje and Dolenjska Regions
Authors: Veljković Božidar , Ogorelc Marko , Pavić Lazar , Koščak Marko
Published: February 2024

The opportunities of participatory democratic communication in the process of innovative, sustainable and socially responsible tourism development & policy creation have never been sufficiently exploited due to constant changes in the area of social communication. In this study, based on theoretical and empirical research and case studies, we offer a concept of a communication model, which enables democratic participatory communication in an optimal way, namely by formation of the regional tourist destination. In paper we present the case of the Posavje and Dolenjska regions of Slovenia, in which each municipality has their own municipal tourism development strategies, but do not have a common, regional strategy that best coincides with the parameters determining optimal tourist destination management. We see this as a problem and obstacle for an efficient tourism development. We use the method of online interviews, by targeting tourism stakeholders from all three sectors in the regions of Posavje and Dolenjska, namely public, private and NGO. Based on the empirical research we offer solutions to this tourism development issue in the form of a new conceptualization of communication functions in these tourist destinations.
Endoscopic stenting for malignant gastric outlet obstruction: focusing on comparison of endoscopic stenting and surgical gastrojejunostomy
Authors: Lim Sun Gyo , Kim Chan Gyoo
Published: February 2024

Malignant gastric outlet obstruction (GOO) is a condition characterized by blockage or narrowing where the stomach empties its contents into the small intestine due to primary malignant tumors or metastatic diseases. This condition leads to various symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and weight loss. To manage malignant GOO, different treatment options have been employed, including surgical gastrojejunostomy (SGJ), gastroduodenal stenting (GDS) using self-expandable metallic stent (SEMS), and endoscopic ultrasound-guided gastrojejunostomy (EUS-GJ). This review focuses on comparing the clinical outcomes of endoscopic stenting (GDS and EUS-GJ) with SGJ for malignant GOO. Studies have shown that GDS with SEMS provides comparable clinical outcomes and safety for the palliation of obstructive symptoms. The choice between covered and uncovered SEMS remains controversial, as different studies have reported varying results. EUS-GJ, performed via endoscopic ultrasound guidance, has shown promising efficacy and safety in managing malignant GOO, but further studies are needed to establish it as the primary treatment option. Comparative analyses suggest that GDS has higher recurrence and reintervention rates compared to EUS-GJ and SGJ, with similar overall procedural complications. However, bleeding rates were lower with GDS than with SGJ. Randomized controlled trials are required to determine the optimal treatment approach for malignant GOO.
“Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: A Case Report of a Patient Undergoing Lung Transplantation and Intravenous Augmentation Therapy
Authors: Cavalli Francesco
Published: February 2024

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic interstitial lung disease characterized by progressive lung scarring and the pathological hallmark of usual interstitial pneumonia (UIP). On the other hand, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a genetic disorder predisposing individuals to lung and liver diseases. Despite its rarity in literature, the relationship between IPF and AATD remains unclear. While IPF often necessitates lung transplantation in advanced stages, traditional AATD management involves supportive therapy. However, the introduction of supplemental alpha1-antitrypsin (AAT) derived from pooled human plasma has shown promise in retarding lung function decline. Notably, post lung transplantation, the genetic basis of AATD-related lung disease persists, potentially exposing patients to disease recurrence. Here, we present a clinical case of a patient initially diagnosed with IPF who subsequently underwent double lung transplantation and was later diagnosed with AATD. This case study prompts inquiry into critical unresolved questions: the potential benefits of post-transplant augmentation therapy for AATD patients and the potential association between AATD and pulmonary fibrosis. The intricate interplay between these two conditions underscores the need for further investigation to enhance our understanding and improve patient outcomes
Caracterização físico-química de vinhos de mesa tintos elaborados na região do Planalto Norte Catarinense, safra 2022
Authors: Kowal Alcemir Nabir , Schmidt Eduarda , Maciel Thalia Aparecida Silva , Almeida Rabechlt Stange , Jansen Thuany Aparecida Levandoski , Farias Eduardo Virmond Souza , Steidel Otávio Frederico Tschoeke , Palinguer Rodrigo , Demetrio Kelly Eduarda , Wisniewski Caroline , Würz Douglas André
Published: February 2024

O trabalho foi realizado com objetivo realizar a caracterização físico-químico de vinhos de mesa tinto elaborados no Planalto Norte Catarinense, safra 2022, verificando a qualidade destes vinhos e enquadram-se com a legislação brasileira vigente. Ao todo foram coletadas vinte e quatro amostras de vinhos de mesa tintos, provenientes dos municípios de Bela Vista do Toldo (2), Canoinhas (4), Ireneópolis (1), Itaiópolis (1), Mafra (2), Papanduva (2), Porto União (4), Rio Negrinho (3) e São Bento do Sul (5). Durante o mês de agosto de 2022, realizou-se a caracterização físico-química das amostras, no laboratório de Fruticultura do Instituto Federal de Santa Catarina – Campus Canoinhas. Foi avaliado a densidade relativa, sólidos solúveis, º Babo, acidez total, potencial hidrogeniônico (pH), cor 420 nm, cor 520 nm, cor 620 nm, tonalidade de cor, intensidade de cor e polifenóis totais. Os resultados para as variáveis avaliadas foram: acidez total (109,6 meq L-1), densidade (0,995), sólidos solúveis (7,3 ºBrix), pH (3,32), coloração 420 nm (2,707), coloração 520 nm (4,961 nm), coloração 620 nm (0,812), intensidade de cor (8,48), tonalidade de cor (0,57) e polifenóis totais (1049,8 mg L-1 ácido gálico). Os resultados observados no presente trabalho demonstram o potencial da região do Planalto Norte Catarinense para a elaboração de vinhos de mesa tintos, sendo os resultados, em sua maioria, em acordo com a legislação vigente. Em relação aos resultados das análises físico-químicas verificou-se que há predomínio da elaboração de vinhos de mesa seco. Ressalta-se ainda que para as variáveis acidez total titulável, densidade relativa, pH e sólidos solúveis há uma certa padronização das amostras avaliadas, com menor coeficiente de variação para estas variáveis.
Avaliação da eficácia in vitro do Amitraz, Cipermetrina e Ivermectina sobre Bovicola ovis (Schrank, 1781)
Authors: Duarte Vanessa Maria de Sales , Souza Maria Heloisa Pontes de , Rolim Caio Michel de Morais , Dantas Iany Leda Moreira , Batista Aksa Ingrid Vieira , Freitas Vitória Evangelista de , Guimarães Rhana Beatriz Mendonça , Fidelis Pedro Henrique da Silva , Lima Lucas Freitas , Paz Pinheiro André Weibson , Coelho Wesley Adson Costa , Aguiar Antônia Aniellen Raianne Moisés , Pereira Josivania Soares
Published: February 2024

As doenças parasitárias causadas por piolhos resistentes aos fármacos são causadoras de declínio na produtividade dos rebanhos ovinos no Nordeste do Brasil. Objetivou-se avaliar a eficácia “in vitro” de Amitraz 12,5%, Cipermetrina 15% e Ivermectina 0,5 %, sobre o piolho Bovicola ovis (Schrank, 1781). B. ovis (Schrank, 1781) oriundos de ovinos de Mossoró/RN foram empregados nessa avaliação. Os fármacos testados foram diluídos seguindo as recomendações do fabricante. Os controles negativos consistiram em piolhos imersos em água e piolhos não submetidos a quaisquer tratamentos, incluindo a água. Foram realizadas cinco repetições por grupo (tratamento), totalizando 625 piolhos distribuídos aleatoriamente em 25 placas.  As análises foram realizadas no Laboratório de Parasitologia Animal (LPA) da Universidade Federal Rural do Semi-Árido (UFERSA). A mortalidade foi avaliada após 1, 3, 6, 24 e 48 horas após o início do experimento. Os dados foram expressos em valores de média ± desvio padrão (SPSS versão 23.0) e diferenças estatísticas dos grupos experimentais foram obtidas por Kruskal-Wallis e Friedman, com nível de significância de 5%. Ivermectina apresentou melhor eficácia quando comparada aos outros tratamentos a partir de 1 hora de observação e nos tempos 3 e 6 horas. Porém, as 24 e as 48 horas, Cipermetrina se equivaleu a Ivermectina em eficácia. Os demais tratamentos obtiveram resultados equivalentes aos obtidos com uso da ivermectina em 1 e 3 horas de avaliação. Destaca-se a similaridade de resultados entre o Amitraz e controles negativos até 6 horas. Por meio do presente estudo observou-se que a Ivermectina pode ser uma alternativa para o controle de piolhos B. ovis (SCHRANK 1781) em ovinos.
Apneia
Authors: Coelho Ricardo
Published: February 2024

A série fotoperformática “Apneia” (2019 - em processo) dá continuidade ao registro de modificações ocorridas na paisagem devido à permanente interferência humana, com imagens de uma vasta e impressionante paisagem queimada em zona de transição para o Cerrado, ironicamente realizadas a partir do dia 09 de agosto de 2019, ou seja, um dia antes daquele que seria batizado como o “Dia do Fogo”, ação aparentemente coordenada e que resultaria num dos maiores escândalos ambientais em escala global.
Inteligência artificial na fotografia: o esvaziamento do caráter documental na produção de imagens-fluxo
Authors: Tagé Matheus
Published: February 2024

O presente artigo discute as relações estéticas que permeiam a produção fotográfica. Neste sentido, o trabalho provoca uma reflexão acerca das transformações técnicas e mecânicas que condicionam o papel da imagem fotográfica enquanto mecanismo de interpretação, registro, documentação, e – inevitavelmente - de construção da realidade. Com esta concepção, busca-se observar de que forma as estruturas digitais influenciam e impactam na percepção imagética do real. Nesta pesquisa, verificaremos que o caráter documental, evocado por meio dos processos da fotografia analógica, passa por uma dinâmica de esvaziamento a partir das apropriações digitais, de forma a propor um descolamento com relação ao conceito de registro. Na fotografia produzida por aplicativos de Inteligência Artificial, analisaremos de que forma a construção de imagens, por meio de processos generativos desencadeados como respostas às solicitações de usuários em linguagem comum, apropria-se de um repertório constituído das experiências de realidade de outras imagens, para criar uma janela para uma dimensão impossível. Assim, este trabalho busca vislumbrar o processo de rompimento da materialidade documental da imagem fotográfica, em meio às problemáticas contemporâneas da imagem digital.
Examining Drivers Of Engagement And Employee Engagement In Relation To Organizational Performance- A Study Of Banking Sector In Hyderabad City
Authors: Bano Asma , Khatun Dr. Ayesha , Kumar Dr. Dinesh
Published: February 2024

Employee engagement is the need of the hour for any organization. Organizational performance is interred linked with employees’ performance. Indeed Employee Engagement is proven to be the predictor of organizational performance from various studies and Employee performance is being impacted by drivers of employee engagement. An engaged employee performs well and this eventually yields to the organizational performance. The current study aims to find out the drivers of employee engagement and its impact on organizational performance. The study deals with 324 bank employees in Hyderabad city. Reliability is tested by using Cronbach’s alpha and correlation is done by inter item correlation. SPSS and AMOS have been applied for the present study and the conceptual model of the study has been modified based on the output of the study. The study suggested measures for the banking sector to incorporate for better organizational performance in terms of drivers of employee engagement. The findings of the study supported the conservation of resource theory (Hobfoll, 1989), demonstrating that  drivers of employee engagement such as communication and work-life balance contribute to employee engagement, which in turn leads to organizational performance
How do student entrepreneurs use open innovation and incubation services to improve the performance of university-incubated startups?
Authors: SAIDI Sana , GRAMA-VIGOUROUX Simona , SELLAMI Mohamed , CIRULE Iveta , UVAROVA Inga
Published: February 2024

Existing knowledge regarding how student entrepreneurs leverage open innovation (OI) and incubation services within university business incubators (UBIs) to enhance the performance of university-incubated startups (UISs) is limited. We propose a model suggesting that the adoption of OI practices mediates the relationship between student entrepreneurs' OI motives and UISs’ performance, while UBI services mediate the relationship between the use OI practices and startup performance. To validate our model, we conducted a quantitative survey of 97 student entrepreneurs from five UBIs in Latvia. Our findings demonstrate a dual mediating effect where the use of OI practices and UBI services significantly impacts UISs’ performance while providing valuable theoretical and practical insights.
The benefits of codevelopment for talent management: a case study in the banking sector
Authors: GONZALO Pedro , BONNETON Domitille
Published: February 2024

Talent management is crucial for companies in the current business context, and yet, one of its components, talent development, remains largely under-researched. In this paper, we explore the relevance of an experiential learning method, namely codevelopment, as a novel talent development practice. Codevelopment aims to improve one's own professional practice by helping peers to enhance their own practice in turn. Based on a case study in a multinational bank, our results show codevelopment to be a parallel resourcing space that offsets certain organizational pressures, thereby offering valuable individual, group and organizational benefits. As an original talent development practice, codevelopment can also contribute to counterbalancing some of the downsides to talent management.
Does investor sentiment impact premiums in M&A transactions?
Authors: HERVÉ Fabrice , ROUINE Ibtissem , THRAYA Mohamed Firas , ZOUAOUI Mohamed
Published: February 2024

This paper examines the impact of investor sentiment on merger outcomes, in particular on bid premiums. Using international data from 54 countries between 2000 and 2021, our results show that investor sentiment has a positive effect on bid premiums. Our findings also suggest that the association between investor sentiment and bid premiums is more pronounced in countries culturally prone to herd-like behavior and overreaction. However, this effect is reduced both in countries with highly efficient institutions and in serial deals. Our results are robust to several checks.
BİREYSEL CEZAİ SORUMLULUĞUN GELİŞİMİ: AD HOC MAHKEMELERDEN ULUSLARARASI CEZA MAHKEMESİ'NE GEÇİŞ
Authors: Erten Makbule Ezgi
Published: February 2024

İnsanlık açısından utanç kaynağı sayılabilecek iki büyük Dünya Savaşı'nın sona ermesiyle, devletler artık uluslararası toplumun bir arada nasıl yaşaması gerektiği hususunda bir takım koruyucu tedbirler alma yoluna gitmiş ve uluslararası hukuk bağlamında suçların tanımını yaparak, kapsamını genişletmiştir. Özellikle uluslararası suç işleyen devlet yetkililerinin veya kişilerin de bireysel cezai sorumluluğu kabul edilerek işledikleri uluslararası suçlardan dolayı yargılanmışlardır. Bu yargılamalar, savaşın mağdurlarına bir nebze olsun adaletin yerini bulduğu bir ortam yaratmıştır. Hiç şüphesiz, uluslararası arenada bireysel cezai sorumluluğun gelişimine en büyük katkı sağlayan kurumlar, Nürnberg, Tokyo mahkemeleri ve Ad Hoc mahkemeler olmuştur. Bu özel mahkemelerde geliştirilen içtihat, Uluslararası Ceza Mahkemesi Roma Statüsünün geliştirilmesi için itici bir güç sağlamıştır. Özetle, savaş suçları ve insanlığa karşı işlenen suçların somut faillerinin insanlar olduğu ve bu tür menfur suçları işleyen bireylerin cezalandırılmasının, uluslararası hukukun etkili bir şekilde işlemesi ve hayata geçirilmesi için gerekliliği kabul edilmiştir.
The Russia-Ukraine Conflict from 2014 to 2023 and the Significance of a Strategic Victory in Cyberspace
Authors: Dziwisz Dominika , Sajduk Błażej
Published: February 2024

The article explores Russian engagement in cyberspace during the conflict with Ukraine. Many experts have been surprised not only by the lack of coordination between offensive military operations in cyberspace and other domains, but also by the absence of significant cyberattacks. The central argument revolves around the perceived inadequacy of Russian capabilities. However, the authors contend that such an assessment is flawed and stems from the imposition of Western expectations onto a non-Western actor. They argue that the Russians’ employment of cyberspace not only aligns with their strategic culture but also represents a continuation of their utilisation of cyber as a tool for disinformation, which was previously observed during the war with Georgia in 2008 and the initial phase of the conflict with Ukraine in 2014. The aim of the article is threefold. Firstly, it discusses the Western strategic discourse regarding the potential use of cyberspace in warfare. In contrast to the position of Western experts, the second part of the article presents the Russian approach. The third section describes how the application of Russian cyber warfare concepts has played out in practice during the conflict in Ukraine.
EFFECT OF GAMMA IRRADIATION ON ELECTRICAL AND PHOTOELECTRICAL PROPERTIES OF Cd1-xMnxTe THIN FILMS
Authors:   Department Engineering Physics and Electronics, Azerbaijan Technical University, MEHRABOVA Metanet , MEKHRABOV Amdulla ,   Novel Materials and Nanotechnologies Institute, Azerbaijan Technical University,   Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Science, Department of Metallurgy and Materials Technologies, Azerbaijan Technical University
Published: February 2024

AIIB VI groups of compound semiconductors, their solid solutions, bulk and thin films on their base have wide application possibilities in modern microelectronics. Creation of photosensitive elements and structures on the base of these semiconductors and investigations of their usage potentials in various fields of optoelectronics is one of the most actual problems of modern materials science and engineering. Recently, AII(TM= Mn, Fe, Co, etc)BVI based semimagnetic semiconductors (SMSC) compounds has attracted increasing interest since they considered a promising material for the fabrication of high-performance roomtemperature γ- and x-ray detectors. Such detectors offer great potential for nonproliferation applications, medical imaging, astrophysics research, and monitoring industrial processes, because they are able to operate at ambient temperatures, while providing a high detection efficiency and good energy resolution. The aim of the work is to determine of photosensitivity range of Cd1-xMnxTe SMSC thin films, to investigate their sensitivity to γ- irradiation and to study the creation possibility of γ- ray detectors on the base these thin films. In these respect, VAC and photoconductivity, as well as effect of γ- ray irradiation on these properties has been studied. Results of current investigation reveal that, Cd1-xMnxTe (x=0.07) epitaxial films of compounds are sensitive to γ-ray irradiation, indicating that these materials can be considered as a good candidate for γ-ray detector applications.
An Investigation into the Politics of English Language Assessment in Pakistan
Authors: Gul Nasim , Ali Dr. Akbar , Sabih UL Hassan Dr. Syed , Rasheed Abdur
Published: February 2024

This research article attempts to address the politics of English language assessment in Pakistani context. The focus of this qualitative research study is to unfold ideological factors, socio-cultural factors, political factors, economic agendas, societal elements, issues of power, teachers’ roles, educational considerations, and hierarchical structures in Pakistani context with special reference to English language assessment system. Thematic Document analysis is used for analyzing the data collected from one of the leading newspapers in Pakistan i.e. Dawn. It is found out that the politics of language assessment is pluralized in Pakistan owing to decide which strata of the society is failing (the lower class) and which one is succeeding (the upper class, the elite class) in political power. This study also reveals that politics of language assessment in Pakistan is firmly linked with the purposes of English language learning i.e. lucrative jobs, education and business. Furthermore, the findings of the study highlight that in the current scenario of Pakistan, assessment and testing in general education and language assessment in particular play a significant role in imposing political policies and power in the arena of academia and intelligentsia. Likewise, the major findings of the study exhibit that there is a hegemony of English that brought linguistic imperialism in Pakistan. In Pakistani context, proficiency in English language decides future of the candidates in term of jobs and businesses. English language assessment regime is affected by the ‘top-down’ policy driven initiatives rather than ‘bottom-up’ collaborative work. It is the domain of a particular group of experts who decide Others as opposed to us. It also contributes to the marketization of English language in educational sector of Pakistan. The elite class in Pakistan set targets for the educational system in order to implement their policies to achieve political power and interests.
Investigation of Differences in Early Maladaptive Schemas and Defense Mechanisms in Individuals with Gender Identity Disorder Compared to Normal Individuals
Authors: Namavari Zahra , Jalil Mojgan , Khashei Samira , Shah Sanaei Sanaz , Sadeghi Esmat
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to investigate the differences in early maladaptive schemas and defense mechanisms between individuals with gender identity disorder and normal individuals. The research design was causal-comparative. The study population comprised all individuals with gender identity disorder (female to male and male to female) and normal individuals in Shiraz city in the year 2023. Out of the population, 30 individuals with gender identity disorder who attended forensic medicine, psychiatric clinics, and gender change centers in Shiraz, and 30 normal individuals were selected through convenience sampling and studied. Young's Schema Questionnaire (YSQ) and the Defense Style Questionnaire (DSQ) were used for data collection. After data collection and extraction, the participants' scores were analyzed using univariate and multivariate analysis of variance with the SPSS-24 statistical software. The findings indicated significant differences in early maladaptive schemas (rejection and disconnection, impaired autonomy and performance, other-directedness, overvigilance and inhibition, and impaired limits) between individuals with gender identity disorder and normal individuals (p < .01). The results also showed significant differences in neurotic defense style and immature defense style between individuals with gender identity disorder and normal individuals (p < .01); and a significant difference was found in the mature defense style between the two groups (p < .05). Therefore, by identifying immature defense mechanisms and early maladaptive schemas and measuring their severity in individuals with gender identity disorder, psychological interventions (psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy) alongside other medical actions can be employed to reduce the severity of these mechanisms and schemas.
Kajian Fortifikasi Garam Beryodium Yang Beredar Di Kabupaten Siak Riau
Authors: Hayati  , Savitri Lisna
Published: February 2024

Salah satu program nasional dalam pencegahan stunting adalah dengan melakukan fortifikasi pangan. Garam sebagai salah satu komoditi yang banyak dikonsumsi oleh masyarakat difortifikasi dengan zat Kalium Iodat (KIO3) yang kemudian dikenal dengan istilah Garam beryodium. Kalium Iodat sendiri merupakan zat yang sangat mudah menguap dan mudah larut dalam air. Hal ini menjadi tantangan tersendiri dalam mempertahankan kualitas garam beryodium. Sesuai Standar Nasional Indonesia 01-3556:2016 garam beryodium harus memenuhi persyaratan yaitu kadar Kalium Iodat minimal 30 ppm. Kekurangan Iodium dapat menyebabkan masalah tumbuh kembang manusia, kecerdasan, penyakit gondok, gangguan kehamilan dan janin. Kajian ini bertujuan untuk melihat efektifitas pengawasan garam yang dilakukan oleh Balai Besar Pengawas Obat dan Makanan di Pekanbaru (BBPOM di Pekanbaru) pada Kabupaten Siak Provinsi Riau dan memberikan rekomendasi terhadap pihak terkait untuk meningkatkan kualitas garam. Metode Kajian adalah dengan melakukan pengumpulan data hasil pengujian garam beriodium tahun 2023 dan melakukan analisa terhadap sampel yang Tidak memenuhi Syarat. Data terdiri dari 65 sampel dengan rincian 28 sampel garam kasar dan 37 sampel garam halus. Dari 65 Sampel yang diuji didapatkan 16 sampel dengan kadar KIO3 dibawah persyaratan.  Rekomendasi kajian ini adalah penambahan KIO3 diatas persyaratan minimal yaitu 30 ppm, memperbaiki kualitas kemasan terutama untuk garam kasar serta peningkatan pengawasan berkala oleh pemerintah
Rise of Second-hand Trading Platform Analyzed from Perspective of Microeconomics
Authors: Feng Haoxuan
Published: February 2024

With the rapid development of Internet technology and the popularity of mobile devices, second-hand goods trading platform has gradually become a concerned market. The objective of this paper is to study the market structure, price decision and consumer behavior of second-hand goods trading platforms, aiming at providing reference for the development of the industry. The research takes a specific second-hand trading platform as an example and applies micro-economic theory to analyze the influence of factors such as the supply and demand relationship and price sensitivity on market competition, price strategy and consumer behavior. High-quality academic literature will also be introduced in this study to provide theoretical support for subsequent research.
The influence of trade war on the international economic system and its adjustment measures
Authors: Zhang Haoning
Published: February 2024

This paper discusses the influence of trade war on the international economic system and the corresponding adjustment measures. First of all, the trade war has had a negative impact on global economic growth, investment flows, international trade patterns and financial market fluctuations. Secondly, the trade war has caused international investment problems, which has led to the adjustment of the supply chain of multinational companies and the increase of investment uncertainty. Then, the financial market fluctuated and the currency, stock and bond markets were disturbed. Finally, by strengthening international cooperation, promoting trade multilateralism, lowering trade barriers and paying attention to sustainable development, we can meet the challenges brought by trade wars and look forward to establishing a more stable and sustainable international economic system in the future.
Research on the planting status and development of herbal medicine industry in Lantian County under the background of modern technology development
Authors: Yang Yuxin
Published: February 2024

Lantian County in Shaanxi Province has abundant natural herbal resources, and the development of the herbal planting industry is closely related to the people's livelihood in the planting areas of Lantian County, which is crucial for the implementation of the rural revitalization strategy. With the popularization of Internet technology and the development of digital infrastructure, modern technology has become a powerful guarantee for the prosperity of rural industries, the modernization of agriculture and rural areas, and poverty alleviation. It is also an effective power to promote the planting and development of herbal medicine industry in Lantian County. In order to further accelerate the pace of modern technology enabling herbal medicine planting, this paper analyzes the problems existing in the development of the herbal medicine planting industry in Lantian County based on the current situation of the development of the herbal medicine planting industry in Lantian County, makes in-depth analysis from three aspects of planting mode, sales channels and industrial influence, and explores the path to the prosperity of the herbal medicine planting industry in Lantian County under the background of modern technology development, providing theoretical reference for the poverty alleviation of Lantian County, It also provides ideas and references for the development of herbal planting industries in other regions of China.
CHRONOLOGY OF THE ROMANIAN POLITICAL LIFE. APRIL 01 - SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Authors:   Universitatea din București, Gorovei Domnica , Lovin Teodora ,   Universitatea din București, Găzdaru Alexandru ,   Universitatea din București, Biclineru Andrei-Karim ,   Universitatea din București, Brașov Adina ,   Universitatea din București, Cîrjă Alexandra ,   Universitatea din București, Ceaușescu Ana-Maria ,   Universitatea din București, Drăgoianu Ioana-Flavia ,   Universitatea din București, Ghițulete Victoria-Miruna ,   Universitatea din București, Ignat Marian ,   Universitatea din București, Tivdă Radu-Alexandru ,   Universitatea din București
Published: February 2024

CHRONOLOGY OF THE ROMANIAN POLITICAL LIFE APRIL 01 - SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Sustainability Reporting in Cambodia: Challenges and Prospects
Authors: Flores Edman Padilla
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT This study investigates the challenges and prospects of sustainability reporting in Cambodia, filling a research gap in the existing literature. The study’s objectives focus on identifying the challenges faced by Cambodian companies when adopting sustainability reporting practices, investigating the benefits these practices provide, and making recommendations for improvement. The study utilized a purposive sampling technique to select participants from diverse sectors in Cambodia. The data collection methods involve conducting semi-structured interviews and online surveys. The data is then analyzed using thematic analysis and triangulation techniques. The research findings provide valuable insights into the challenges faced by organizations when implementing sustainability reporting practices in Cambodia. The challenges identified in the study include limited awareness of sustainability reporting, the absence of a common standard for reporting, and data management issues. In response to the challenges, the study offers recommendations to enhance sustainability reporting in Cambodia. These recommendations include raising awareness among companies, developing clear guidelines for reporting, promoting collaboration among stakeholders, addressing data management challenges, and involving SMEs in sustainability reporting. In addition, the study acknowledges its limitations, precisely the limited number of interviews and surveys used as the basis for analysis. Therefore, it calls for future research with a larger sample size and longitudinal studies to examine Cambodia’s sustainability reporting challenges and prospects further. Overall, this research contributes to improving sustainability reporting in Cambodia and provides valuable insights for companies, policymakers, and stakeholders. Keywords: Sustainability reporting; Sustainable development; ESG; Cambodia; Challenges; Prospects
Pengaruh Gaya Kepemimpinan dan Komitmen Organisasional Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Dinas Pendidikan Kabupaten Bandung Barat
Authors: Firmansyah Rizky
Published: February 2024

Masalah utama dalam penelitian ini adalah rendahnya kinerja karyawan, yang menurut pengamatan peneliti disebabkan oleh gaya kepemimpinan dan komitmen organisasi yang belum optimal. Berdasarkan pemikiran dan pertimbangan, peneliti bermaksud untuk menyelidiki lebih lanjut dalam bentuk penelitian tesis dengan judul "Pengaruh Gaya Kepemimpinan dan Komitmen Organisasi terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Dinas Pendidikan Kabupaten Bandung Barat".
Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode survei eksplanasi, yaitu metode yang bertujuan untuk menguji hipotesis penelitian yang telah dirumuskan sebelumnya. Teknik analisis yang digunakan adalah teknik statistik deskriptif yang berfungsi untuk mengelompokkan data, mengerjakan, menyimpulkan, menjelaskan dan menyajikan hasil olahan. Hal ini bertujuan untuk membuat pola hubungan sebab akibat antara nilai suatu variabel dengan variabel lainnya. Analisis dalam pengolahan data menggunakan analisis jalur.
Kesimpulan dalam penelitian ini adalah Gaya Kepemimpinan dan Komitmen Organisasi pegawai secara empiris berpengaruh terhadap Kinerja Pegawai di Dinas Pendidikan Kabupaten Bandung Barat, baik sebagian maupun serentak. Hasilnya juga menemukan bahwa kinerja dipengaruhi oleh faktor-faktor lain yang diakui secara akademis.
To optikker på pædagogers roller og handlemuligheder i leg – samspillet mellem et spektrum og metaforer
Authors: Jensen Hanne , Jørgensen Kathrine Aarøe
Published: February 2024

I artiklen beskriver vi fund fra et forskningsprojekt, der fulgte deltagere på diplom-modulet Leg, Kreativitet og Læring, mens de øvede sig i at omsætte teori om legefacilitering til praksis. Projektet undersøgte tesen om, at det er muligt og givtigt at pege på et spektrum af forskellige positioner, voksne kan tage i leg, som skaber muligheder og veje ind i leg, også for børn. Datamaterialet bestod af feltobservationer og interviews med 26 pædagoger, samt en spørgeskemaundersøgelse besvaret af 165 diplom-deltagere. Pædagogerne udtrykte fra start, at selv om de mestrede flere positioner i leg, var det stadig udfordrende at deltage aktivt i leg med børn. Deres legepraksis var først et individuelt anliggende i institutionerne, men blev siden mere fælles; det hjalp pædagogerne til at bruge tid i roller, de fandt svære. Fundene viste også, at spektrum-optikken i sig selv kun siger lidt om det dynamiske samspil, der udfoldes undervejs i legen. Ved nærlæsning af feltnoterne opstod to overordnede metaforer med pædagoger som mere flygtige »sommerfugle« i forskellige legescenarier og som »legemagneter« for fælles, længere scenarier. Artiklen understreger, at et rigt legefagligt sprog støtter pædagogers handlemuligheder og intentionalitet i leg, og at det kræver rum og opbakning at blive fortrolige med sproget – teoretisk og i praksis.
Øer af leg i et hav af læring – når pædagogstuderende designer for leg med teknologi
Authors: Brunsgaard Martin H.
Published: February 2024

Artiklen beskriver en undersøgelse af en transferproblematik, der handler om, hvordan pædagogstuderende formår at omsætte undervisning i at designe for leg med teknologi til pædagogisk praksis i praktikken. I undersøgelsen er der foretaget en intervention, hvor studerende på baggrund af undervisning i legedesign har udviklet og afprøvet et legedesign for et robotværksted med børnegrupper i deres praktik. Erfaringerne fra interventionen viser, at de studerendes teknologiske viden og kunnen har betydning for deres muligheder for at understøtte leg på legens præmisser. Desuden viser empirien eksempler på dannelsesprocesser, hvor de studerende må overskride sig selv for at finde frem til måder at forholde sig på, der er befordrende for legens udfoldelse. Hermed peger undersøgelsen på en grundlæggende utakt mellem intentionen om at uddanne legefaciliterende pædagoger og et kompetenceorienteret uddannelsesparadigme, der prioriterer teoretisk viden på bekostning af håndværksmæssig kunnen, og som opfatter transfer som kognitiv overførelse af viden og kunnen mellem kontekster.
Delta-dependent Notch activation closes the early neuroblast temporal program to promote lineage progression and neurogenesis termination in Drosophila
Authors: Sood Chhavi , Nahid Md Ausrafuggaman , Branham Kendall R , Pahl Matt , Doyle Susan E , Siegrist Sarah E
Published: February 2024

Neuroblasts in Drosophila divide asymmetrically, sequentially expressing a series of intrinsic factors to generate a diversity of neuron types. These intrinsic factors known as temporal factors dictate timing of neuroblast transitions in response to steroid hormone signaling and specify early versus late temporal fates in neuroblast neuron progeny. After completing their temporal programs, neuroblasts differentiate or die, finalizing both neuron number and type within each neuroblast lineage. From a screen aimed at identifying genes required to terminate neuroblast divisions, we identified Notch and Notch pathway components. When Notch is knocked down, neuroblasts maintain early temporal factor expression longer, delay late temporal factor expression, and continue dividing into adulthood. We find that Delta, expressed in cortex glia, neuroblasts, and after division, their GMC progeny, regulates neuroblast Notch activity. We also find that Delta in neuroblasts is expressed high early, low late, and is controlled by the intrinsic temporal program: early factor Imp promotes Delta, late factors Syp/E93 reduce Delta. Thus, in addition to systemic steroid hormone cues, forward lineage progression is controlled by local cell-cell signaling between neuroblasts and their cortex glia/GMC neighbors: Delta transactivates Notch in neuroblasts bringing the early temporal program and early temporal factor expression to a close.