bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Visual Analysis of Geriatric Depression Treatment Based on CiteSpace
Authors: Zang Yiming
Published: April 2024

CiteSpace software was used to conduct scientometric analysis on the research and intervention measures of geriatric depression (GD) at home and abroad, revealing the research hotspots, evolution process and development trend of Chinese and Western medicine. It was found that the United States remains absolutely dominant, regardless of the breadth of the research area, the number of publications, or the influence. Western medicine has focused its recent research on mortality in a number of domains, including instrumental activity, cognitive assessment, international society, and treatment response. Chinese medicine, on the other hand, focuses on investigating the pathophysiology and holistic treatments of depression in older adults. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment of geriatric depression exhibits the qualities of minimal toxicity and side effects, minimal or no trauma, and evident clinical results. As a global public health problem, the active promotion of inter-country cooperation and joint interdisciplinary interventions is the development trend.
The Effect of Disasters on Altruistic Behavior and its Mechanisms
Authors: Yang Yuqing
Published: April 2024

Disasters, characterized by sudden and catastrophic events causing extensive damage to communities, come in various forms, including natural and human-made catastrophes. Disasters can change people's behavior. The present study explores the relationship between disasters and altruistic behavior and its mechanism. It delves into how disasters evoke altruistic responses in individuals, examining mechanisms including heightened empathy, the influence of the public atmosphere, group selection tendencies, and the impact of positive prior experiences. The study draws upon research studies that illuminate the connection between disasters and increased altruism, shedding light on the psychological and social factors that drive people to selflessly assist others during times of crisis. Understanding the relationship between disasters and altruistic behavior is critical to enhancing disaster response and fostering a sense of solidarity within communities. The results of this study promote people's understanding of how disasters affect people's altruistic behavior, and deepen people's understanding of people's altruistic behavior in disaster situations.
Old Soul with A New Look: Gong Lina’s Cover Version of the Chinese Folk Song Xiao He Tang Shui (The Flowing Creek)
Authors: Zhao Qing
Published: April 2024

Xiao He Tang Shui (The Flowing Creek) stands as one of the masterpieces of Chinese folk songs with simple lyrics and beautiful melodies. Gong Linna, recognized as one of the representatives of China's emerging music, presents a new style of song and a unique vocal approach. This paper delves into the adaptation of Gong Linna's rendition of Xiao He Tang Shui, exploring her distinctive singing style and the fresh elements she infuses into the song. Through analyzing these aspects, we can perceive the charm that her rendition brings to the song.
Dimensionality Reduction problem: a Comprehensive Exploration of Disjoint Principal Component Analysis (DPCA) and Disjoint Multiple Correspondence Analysis (DMCA)
Authors: Fordellone Mario
Published: April 2024

This paper delves into the realm of advanced data analysis, focusing on two powerful dimensionality reduction methods: Disjoint Principal Component Analysis (DPCA) and Disjoint Multiple Correspondence Analysis (DMCA). Methodological marvels in their own right, these approaches are scrutinized for their unique properties and applications across diverse domains. We navigate through the intricacies of their algorithms and explore how they unveil patterns within complex datasets. The comparative analysis highlights the strengths and weaknesses of DPCA and DMCA, shedding light on their distinct contributions to the analytical landscape. This paper serves as a comprehensive guide for researchers and analysts seeking deeper insights into these cutting-edge techniques for dimensional reduction.
Diciamo, dijon, dijun: un possibile caso di rianalisi dovuta al contatto tra italiano e ladino
Authors: Fiorentini Ilaria
Published: April 2024

L’articul analisëia les adoranzes y funziuns dles formes dijon y dijun tl ladin baié, se conzentran sön les variantes fasciana, gherdëna y badiota. Tl talian é diciamo n segnal discorsif polifunzional, che pó avëi na funziun de marca pro na formulaziun danü/de coreziun, de ejemplificaziun o de atenuaziun. La forma, olache sües funziuns s’á svilupé da mëte man dala pröma porsona plurala dl congiuntif presënt dl verb dire (forma imperativa), é omofona cun chëra dla pröma porsona plurala dl presënt indicatif. Sciöch’an vëiga dal’analisa, basada sön dac dl baié semi-spontan, á dijon (ladin fascian y gherdëna) y dijun (ladin dla Val Badia), canch’an i adora coche segnai discorsifs, les medemes funziuns co diciamo. Atramënter co pro le talian, indere, rapresentëia les döes formes la pröma porsona plurala dl indicatif presënt, che se desfarenziëia te dötes trëi les varietés da chëra dl congiuntif. Al podess porchël ester n caje de re-analisa che é gnü a s’al dé dal contat linguistich cun le talian: les formes ladines ess surantut la funziun de segnal discorsif sön la basa dl diciamo talian porvia dl’omofonia che é tl talian danter la forma indicativa y chëra imperativa. A desfarënzia de ci che sozed de regola pro i segnai discorsifs, ne vëgnel te chësc caje nia a s’al dé n imprëst dla forma taliana, mo les formes ladines surantol i schemesc dl’adoranza y les funziuns.
Aspekte der Verbalflexion im Gadertalischen im Spannungsfeld zwischen Norm und Varietät
Authors: Videsott Ruth
Published: April 2024

L’articul pîta na discusciun sön le raport danter norma y varieté, pian ia da n valgönes conscidraziuns sön la flesciun di verbs tl ladin dla Val Badia. Plü avisa vëgnel analisé sis aspec dla coniugaziun tl indicatif presënt. Ma un n caje presentëia na simetria cun le standard dla varieté de val, pro le rest osservunse na destanza danter norma y varieté, dantadöt por ci che reverda le badiot. Da öna na pert se tratera de analogies cun n ater paradigma de coniugaziun, dal’atra pert de elijiuns de desinënzes verbales o injuntes de infisc verbai. Sön la basa de chisc fenomens nen vára da stabilí tan inant ch’an pó rajoné de destanza dala norma, dal momënt ch’ara se trata de carateristiches diatopiches de n cer raiun linguistich, che á insciö ince na süa norma.
Analisis Pengaruh Peningkatan Jalan Lingkar Kota kendari Terhadap Nilai Jual Lahan (Study pada ruas jalan bts kota Kendari dan Kab Konawe Selatan)
Authors: Hujiyanto Hujiyanto , Lakawa Irwan , Sufrianto Sufrianto , Muhsar Muhammad
Published: April 2024

ABSTRAK
Pembangunan/Peningkatan prasarana infrastruktur akan memberi dampak pada berbagai hal yang terkait dengan infrastruktur tersebut. Pemerintah Kota Kendari saat ini sedang membangun Jalan Lingkar Kota Kendari yang dilaksanakan secara bertahap (multy year). Dimana pembangunan itu berupa peningkatan jalan yang sudah ada (jalan kolektor) atau pun membangun pada lahan baru. Adanya pembangunan jalan lingkar tersebut secara langsung akan berdampak pada kenaikan harga lahan pada lokasi yang dilakukan pembangunan/peningkatan jalan. Penelitian ini bertujuan    untuk mengetahui harga lahan dari sebelum dilakukan pembangunan dan harga lahan pada saat ini. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian Non-eksperimental yang sifatnya deskriptif, yaitu memberikan gambaran terhadap kondisi objek penelitian sebagaimana adanya. Jenis studi dilakukan dengan wawancara dan survey melalui kuesioner kepada responden, kemudian dilakukan analisis untuk menghasilkan suatu kesimpulan berdasarkan data yang ada. Terjadi perubahan harga lahan yang signifikan dari sebelum dibangun jalan lingkar dan harga saat ini. Terjadi kenaikan harga lahan dari tahu 2008 sampai dengan 2015 sebesar 220% dan tahun 2008 – 2023  kenaikan sebesar 210%. Factor Variabel jarak, luas dan lebar jalan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kenaikan harga  lahan. Model Persamaaan perhitungan nilai jual lahan adalah Y = -270683,63 – 2834,15X1 + 3198,80 X2 + 130532,85X3
Kata kunci : harga lahan; Pengaruh; Peningkatan
Persepsi Pengunjung dalam Penilaian Infrastruktur Pariwisata Pesisir Pantai Indah Kapu: Fokus pada Ketersediaan Fasilitas Pengunjung
Authors: Rustan Fathur Rahman , Puspaningtyas Retno , Ardiansyah Muh. , Anggraini Yuyun
Published: April 2024

Tourism facilities are the completeness of tourist destinations that can meet the needs of tourists in enjoying their tour. Tourism facilities are completeness that must exist in tourist destinations that can serve tourists to enjoy tourist visits. Tourism facilities are also considered as physical elements designed and established to serve visitors. Tourism facilities are divided into three, namely basic, complementary, and supporting tourism facilities. Complementary facilities are facilities with the aim that tourists can be comfortable and stay longer. Forms of complementary facilities include sports facilities, secondary tourism facilities, and other entertainment. The availability of tourism facilities at Pantai Indah Kapu, Sani - Sani village, Samaturu sub-district, Kolaka district, is categorised as moderate. This shows that the value of the public perception of the availability of facilities. The level of visitor satisfaction with Pantai Indah Kapu tourist attraction, categorised as moderate, this affects the public perception of tourist satisfaction.
Analisis Stabilitas Tempat Pembuangan Akhir (TPA) Sampah Akibat Pengaruh Perubahan Sifat Mekanis Material Sampah
Authors: Minmahddun Anafi , Adityawan Muh. Handy Dwi , Salaamah Ainul Fatayaatis
Published: April 2024

The stability of landfill is a crucial aspect of waste management. Numerous factors influence the stability of landfill, one of which is the alteration of the mechanical properties of the waste material. This research aims to analyze landfill stability by considering the effects of changes in the mechanical properties of waste material. A construction stage analysis was conducted to model the process of altering the mechanical properties of waste material. The analysis was divided into 13 stages corresponding to the number of landfill steps. The initial five stages were modeled as waste with an age of < 5 years, stages 6-10 were modeled as waste with an age of 5-10 years, and the last three stages were modeled as waste with an age of > 10 years. Stability analysis using the finite element method was conducted using the concept of shear strength reduction. The analysis results indicated changes in the landfill's safety factor throughout its operational period. Stages 1-5 experienced changes in the safety factor, although these changes were not significant. Stages 6-10 witnessed a considerable decrease in the safety factor before experiencing an increase in stage 11, followed by a continuous decline until the end of stage 13. Despite changes in the safety factor during the operational process, the overall safety factor values obtained still met the minimum safety factor criteria required.
Message from the Editor-in-Chief
Authors: Harrington Ingrid
Published: April 2024

The IJHE continues to be the choice of journal for many global researchers. As such, the strength of the IJHE journal is reflected in this issue’s eight research articles from South Africa, America, China, and Sweden. This issue has a strong focus on student approaches to learning, language development and developing an understanding of how victims of natural disasters cope post-trauma. Whilst societies and communities are challenged by global events, the IJHE provides an important platform for the development of theory, the addressing of policy questions, and the dissemination of innovative practice in the field of tertiary education, specifically widening participation and lifelong learning.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for International Journal of Higher Education, Vol. 13, No. 2, 2024
Authors: Sun Susan
Published: April 2024

Reviewer Acknowledgements for International Journal of Higher Education, Vol. 13, No. 2, 2024
Geografia do setor hidrelétrico e contradições socioambientais com a 2ª aproximação do Zoneamento Socioeconômico Ecológico do estado de Rondônia
Authors: Rabelo Brunoro Guilherme , De Aguiar Cavalcante Maria Madalena
Published: April 2024

No estado de Rondônia, no Norte do Brasil, observa-se um notável aumento na utilização da hidroeletricidade, especialmente a partir de 2012, com a construção de grandes Usinas Hidrelétricas (UHEs). Há uma ascensão no aproveitamento hidrelétrico por meio de Pequenas Centrais Hidrelétricas (PCHs) e Centrais Geradoras Hidrelétricas (CGHs), o que gera possíveis contradições socioambientais no que se entende em alteração de limites em zonas institucionais (destinadas às áreas de Proteção Ambiental). O artigo tem como objetivo analisar o setor hidrelétrico em Rondônia, buscando identificar contradições socioambientais com base no conceito de território de Rafesttin (1993). A análise espacial envolve sobreposição do setor hidrelétrico ao Zoneamento Socioeconômico Ecológico do Estado de Rondônia (ZSEE/RO), um instrumento ordenador do uso do território. A metodologia utiliza dados da Agência Nacional de Energia Elétrica (ANEEL) sobrepostos ao zoneamento, destacando possíveis contradições nas áreas destinadas a uso social e econômico restrito e áreas institucionais. A instalação de usinas, especialmente na zona dois (2), contraria o zoneamento que desencoraja ocupação nessas áreas. Grandes empreendimentos hidrelétricos podem impulsionar setores como o agronegócio, exercendo pressão sobre áreas institucionais, como Unidades de Conservação (UCs) e Terras Indígenas (Tis). A conclusão ressalta a importância da análise espacial para o planejamento e gestão pública, considerando as implicações socioambientais da expansão do setor hidrelétrico em zonas institucionais.
Expressive Writing Dapat Menurunkan Kecemasan Remaja Selama Pembelajaran Daring di Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Mutiara  , Eka Rokhmiati  , Irma Herliana
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Expressive writing is a coping to overcome anxiety especially when going to face school exams.
Methods: The design of this study used Quasi-Experimental with One group pretest-posttest design approach in 30 respondents, and the instrument used was questionnaire. The standard questionnaire method used to measure anxiety is Zung Self-Rating Scale Anxiety. Analysis of this research using Paired T Test.
Results: From the results of univariate analysis tests there was anxiety after the intervention of 30 respondents experienced mild anxiety. From the results of bivariate test obtained the results of the influence of expressive writing interventions on decreased anxiety with P value = 0.001.
Discussion: From the results of the study, it can be concluded that there is a decrease in anxiety after expressive writing interventions.
Disiplin Bidan Dalam Pencatatan dan Pelaporan Pemantauan Wilayah Setempat Kesehatan Ibu dan Anak (PWS-KIA) di Puskesmas Kabupaten Sukabumi
Authors: Mulya Alis
Published: April 2024

Introduction: The lack of competent human resources in data management is also a factor that results in weak recording and reporting systems, especially in terms of data management, including in the PWS KIA system.
Methods: The method used in this study is a quantitative approach that uses a cross-sectional design. The sample used was 70 midwives as respondents. The analytical method used is the Structural Equation Model (SEM) using SmartPLS 2.0 and SPSS 20.
Results: The results showed the work climate variables (24.91%), workload (10.93%), and work motivation (10.55%). The direct influence of the discipline of Midwives in the Sukabumi District Health Center was 77.1% and indirect effects were 0.35%.
Discussion: Leaders should provide positive support for their career development, provide broad opportunities to develop themselves, listen and pay attention to natural difficulties, not always blame, let alone apply discriminatory consequences of conflict.
Kadar HbA1c Dapat Mempengaruhi Hasil Pengobatan Fase Awal Pada Pasien Tuberkulosis Paru
Authors: Febrianti Mona
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is still a health problem in the world. Indonesia is the second country with the highest incidence of pulmonary TB in the world. The high incidence of TB is influenced by the presence of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) in pulmonary TB patients.
Methods: In this study, data were obtained from medical records of pulmonary TB patients who were treated at the pulmonary clinic of Matraman Hospital in early November using a total sampling of 36 people. And this research is an observational study with a cross-sectional study design.
Results: The study showed that the majority of patients with pulmonary TB at the pulmonary polyclinic of RSUD Matraman were aged patients with the category of young adults (18-44 years) of 11 respondents or 30.6%, while those of middle age (45-59 years) were 19 respondents or 52. 8% and the elderly (≥ 60 years) were 6 respondents or 16.7%., female (52.8%), male (47.2%) and had Hba1c results in the normal category for Pulmonary TB treatment (55.6%) and Hba1c results in the category of Diabetes Mellitus during pulmonary TB treatment (44.4%). The results of the chi-square test showed that there was a relationship between the Hba1c results of pulmonary tuberculosis patients and the effectiveness of the early phase of treatment progress (p = 0.008; OR = 9.000).
Discussion: There is a significant relationship between the results of Hba1c in pulmonary tuberculosis patients with the effectiveness of the early phase of treatment progress.
Hubungan Pengetahuan Dan Sikap Keluarga Dengan Pencegahan Penularan COVID-19 Di Wilayah Perumahan Ambar Waringin Jaya Bojong Gede Bogor Tahun 2021
Authors: Evendi Agus
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Knowledge and a good attitude are the keys to success in helping citizens to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Ignorance and indifferent attitude will cause COVID-19 to never end. The community has an important role in breaking the chain of spread and transmission of COVID-19.
Methods: The type of research used in this research is descriptive-analytic research design with cross-sectional research. The method of determining the sample used in this study was done by simple random sampling with a total sample of 112 residents in the Ambar Waringin Jaya Housing Bojong Gede Bogor.
Results: There is a significant relationship between knowledge and COVID-19 prevention with a correlation coefficient of 336,000 and p-value = 0.000. There is a significant relationship between family attitudes and COVID-19 prevention with a correlation coefficient of 3,924 and a p-value = 0.001.
Discussion: Good family knowledge and attitudes toward preventing the transmission of COVID-19 are needed to break the chain of the spread of COVID-19.
PEER REVIEWERS FOR THE CENTRAL EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRICS VOL. 19.
Authors: Tahirović Husref
Published: April 2024

No abstract available.
How Real Are Allergic Reactions to Vaccine Components in Children? − Experiences of Clinicians
Authors: Turkalj Mirjana , Bogović Katarina , Lipej Marcel , Jurić Milan , Drinković Vlatka , Drinković Vlatka , Vlašić-Lončarić Željka , Vodopija Marija , Erceg Damir
Published: April 2024

Objective − Vaccine components have the potential to induce allergic reactions, although such reactions are infrequent, especially anaphylactic reactions, which are very rare (occurring at a rate of 1 per million vaccine doses). The objective of this study was to assess objectively the frequency of allergic reactions to vaccine components in children with suspected allergic reactions to vaccine components. Materials andMethods − We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of 209 patients aged 1 to 18 years with suspected allergic reactions to vaccine components, who underwent the standardized diagnostic procedures and tests to common allergens and vaccine components at Srebrnjak Children`s Hospital, Zagreb, Croatia. Results − Of the 209 children vaccinated in the hospital setting, only two (0.95%) developed side effects during their hospital stay, and 2.63% with a positive history of IgE mediated vaccine allergy were positive for one of the components of the vaccine. Local reactions to the vaccine were the most frequent adverse events in our patients. 62.6% of them were referred due to a positive history of egg protein allergy. Conclusion − Allergic reactions to vaccine components are rare and mild in most cases. In patients with a suggestive history, it is important to choose appropriate diagnostic tests to determine if vaccination can be performed safely. Only patients at risk of egg protein anaphylaxis generally require medically supervised vaccination in a hospital facility. Patients with a history or a documented and immediate allergic reaction (<4 h) require an allergy workup to avoid the risk of repeated anaphylaxis after further administration.
Foreign Body in the Main Bronchus: Radiological Signs, Complications, and Differential Diagnosis
Authors: Šljivić Maja , Glušič Mojca , Ključevšek Damjana
Published: April 2024

No abstract available.
The Relationship between Maternal Factors and the Timely Initiation of Complementary Feeding for Infants, in West Sumatera Province, Indonesia
Authors: Herman Hermalinda , Yeni Fitra , C Deswita , Susianty Sovia
Published: April 2024

Objective − This study looked into the relationship between maternal factors and the timely initiation of complementary feeding for infants. Material and Methods − A cross-sectional study was conducted from September to December 2022 on 196 mothers and their children aged 6-23 months. This study collected data through a questionnaire that included sociodemographic informa- tion, the Infant and Young Child Feeding Questionnaire for Child Care Providers (IYCF-CCPQ), the Iowa Infant Feeding At- titude Scale (IIFAS), and the time of initiation of complementary feeding.Results − This study included 196 mothers, with 128 (55.1%) having adequate knowledge of complementary feeding and 112 mothers (59.7%) had a negative view of infant feeding. The rate of timely initiation of complementary feeding was 71.4%. The mothers’ knowledge of infant feeding did not predict the timely initiation of complementary feeding (OR=1.18; 95% CI=0.62-2.26). However, maternal attitudes toward infant feeding were linked to the timely initiation of complementary feeding (OR=2.14; 95% CI=1.14-4.02).  Conclusions − Mothers with positive attitudes toward infant feeding were twice as likely to start complementary feeding on time as those with negative at- titudes. Counseling mothers on the importance of timely initiation of complementary feeding is therefore required to improve mothers’ attitudes toward providing complementary foods to their infants in accordance with health recommendations.
Predictors of interdependent happiness among health science students during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Berto Demuel Dee , Dasig D. Darwin , Ibanez Leticia , Bayot Marlon
Published: April 2024

There are limited studies on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of Filipino health science students, mainly those correlating a unique culturally related construct, such as interdependent happiness (IDH), to physiologic, health, and psychosocial factors. Cross-sectional data were collected to investigate the factors predicting the IDH of students at a private university during the COVID-19 pandemic. A seven-part online survey was completed by 180 respondents using convenience sampling. There was no evidence of multicollinearity issues in any of the independent variables. The findings revealed that 100% of respondents had poor sleep quality, a morning chronotype, and better eating habits. The majority (81%) had low levels of physical activity, low levels of social support (60%), and average levels of IDH (36.1%). Bivariate analyses revealed that sleep quality and chronotype were negatively associated with IDH. Dietary habits and social support were found to have a moderately positive relationship with IDH. Physical activity was not found to be significantly related to IDH. Regression analysis revealed three variables significantly associated with IDH: sleep quality, dietary habits, and social support. When age, gender, college, year level, family income, body mass index, and grade point average were all considered, there were no significant differences in the IDH of health science students. This study shows that sleep quality, dietary habits, and social support all predict IDH and should be considered when managing the psychological impact of COVID-19 or any future pandemics among students.
Some recommendations in tourism development to adapt to climate change in the Mekong Delta
Authors: Thien Nga Vu Hai
Published: April 2024

Climate change is becoming increasingly fierce and unpredictable on a global scale, seriously impacting all aspects of socio-economic life. In Vietnam, the Mekong Delta is a locality strongly affected by climate change, such as saltwater intrusion, flooding, riverbank erosion, etc. In this article, the author focuses on researching and analyzing Analyze climate changes in the Mekong Delta and the effects of climate change on tourism activities, thereby making recommendations to develop tourism to adapt to natural changes.
Potential of Effective Microorganisms in the Aspect of Sustainable Development
Authors: Piotrowska Anna , Boruszko Dariusz
Published: April 2024

Human activity has been impacting the environment for thousands of years. Progressing environmental pollution caused by human economic activity is associated with an increase in the concentration of trace elements and the formation of an excess of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). PAHs have always been present in the environment, but the development of civilisation and technology has resulted in their increase. PAHs easily penetrate plants, animals and the human body, which makes them a serious threat to human health and agriculture. Reducing the amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in the soil is possible by introducing a microbiological preparation in the form of Effective Microorganisms (EM) into the soil. Some strains of microorganisms in EM can decompose chemical compounds, including PAHs. Through biodegradation, EM transforms harmful substances into less toxic forms. EM stimulates the activity of soil microflora, which naturally participates in the decomposition processes of organic substances, which contributes to improving soil quality and environmental protection. The following work presents the results of own research on analysing the impact of Effective Microorganisms on changes in the content of PAHs in the soil. It was observed that 75% of test samples in the form of soils after wheat cultivation in which EM was added had lower contents of 3,4,5-ring PAHs than their control samples. The work aims to analyse the potential of EM as a preparation that supports the natural capabilities of the ecosystem to reduce the amount of pollutants in the form of PAHs in the soil.
Role of technology enhanced assessment in medical and dental education: A scoping review
Authors: Rashid Sajid
Published: April 2024

Background: Evolving innovative, feasible and cost effective technology related with teaching and learning in context of recent COVID-19 pandemic has led the medical educationists to think about its increased use in the assessment process. Need of the hour is to develop and establish a framework in our institutions for technology enhanced assessment (TEA) efficiently. European countries were using the e- assessment before the COVID-19 pandemic so their education system was less disturbed by it as compared to the Asian countries like Pakistan. TEA can be done with a number of tools and mobile phone technology, learning management systems (LMS) and social media have played remarkable role in this regard. The objective of this scoping review was to find best practice regarding the use of TEA in context of COVID-19 pandemic according to the Best Evidence Medical Education (BEME) principles. Methods: Databases which were searched were Google Scholar, Educational Resource Information System (ERIC), Cochrane library and ScienceDirect (Elsevier). The key words and phrases which we used for search were "TEA", "Online assessment", "assessment in context of COVID-19", "Role of TEA", "Advantages and disadvantages of TEA". 1252 articles were retrieved after screening total searched articles by Mendeley software. These articles were then assessed according to the eligibility criteria and 84 articles were selected out of which finally 12 articles were included in this scoping review after assessment of quality by Qualsyst appraisal tool. Data was extracted by using data extraction form which was synthesized to create the themes by axial coding. Results: After synthesis of data following themes were identified describing the TEA. What is TEA, role of TEA. Advantages and disadvantages of TEA, measurement and implementation issues in TEA. Prime benefit of TEA is its potential to foster learning by its ability to deliver vast variety of test formats in high fidelity virtual reality situations and by providing feedback after formative assessment using number of digital tools. Major issues related to TEA are cheating, validity, quality and security of test materials. Conclusion: E-assessment tools were already being used in European countries with the intent to improve the teaching and learning activities but after the COVID-19 pandemic it became the necessity. TEA has extreme potential for improving the learning and assessment process especially in context of current COVID-19 pandemic if the available technology is used efficiently. Implementation of TEA in place of conventional assessment should be tailored according to the local requirements and context. Finally the word of caution is to be prepared to address the issues of validity, quality, cheating and security of test materials connected with this technological change.
CUSTOM AS A SOURCE OF PRIVATE SPANISH LAW IN HISTORICAL RETROSPECT AND IN THE MODERN SENSE
Authors: Лясович Т.Г. , Леонова Е.В.
Published: April 2024

В статье анализируется место и роль обычаев в испанском социуме как регуляторов гражданско-правовых отношений. Авторы приходят к выводу, что обычаи традиционно занимали особое место среди источников гражданского права и впоследствии легли в основу кодифицированного современного права королевства Испании. В современных условиях обычай сохранил свою регулятивную способность и выступает факультативным средством восполнения пробелов.

The article is devoted to the analysis of the place and role of customs in Spanish society as regulators of civil law relations. The authors conclude that customs traditionally occupied a special place among the sources of civil law and subsequently formed the basis of the codified modern law of the Spanish Kingdom. In modern conditions, custom has retained its regulatory capacity and acts as an optional means of filling gaps.
CONSTITUTIONAL AND LEGAL FOUNDATIONS OF ELECTRONIC DEMOCRACY
Authors: Кукушко М.В.
Published: April 2024

В данной статье исследуется связь между цифровизацией и электронной демократией и их влияние на конституционное право. Автором обосновывается тезис о том, что конституционное право имеет возможность оказывать регулирующее воздействие на информационно-цифровое пространство. В результате исследования определены причины, замедляющие процесс развития электронной демократии в России, и разобраны успешные примеры реализации электронного парламента, электронного законодательства, электронного правосудия и др.

This article explores the relationship between digitalization and e-democracy and their impact on constitutional law. The author substantiates the thesis that constitutional law has the ability to have a regulatory impact on the information and digital space. As a result of the study, the reasons slowing down the development of e-democracy in Russia were identified and successful examples of the implementation of e-parliament, e-legislation, e-justice, etc. were analyzed.
INVESTMENT PASSPORT AND INVESTMENT DECLARATION AS STRATEGIC PLANNING DOCUMENTS
Authors: Фатиева И.А.
Published: April 2024

В контексте интенсификации социально-экономического развития государства особую значимость приобретают документы стратегического планирования, основная суть которых – определение инвестиционного потенциала и инвестиционной привлекательности территорий. В настоящей статье рассматриваются вопросы определения инвестиционного паспорта и инвестиционной декларации как документов стратегического планирования, их основные характеристики, возможности и проблемы нормативного правового регулирования. Автором отмечается доктринальный характер категории «инвестиционный паспорт», выделяются его основные признаки, и рассматривается целесообразность законодательного закрепления. Характеристика инвестиционной декларации рассматривается с позиции типовых методических рекомендаций Министерства экономического развития Российской Федерации. Автором приводится пример инвестиционной декларации Архангельской области, разработанной на базе указанных методических рекомендаций. В статье также высказываются предложения по совершенствованию нормативного правового регулирования перечней документов стратегического планирования с позиции включения в данные перечни инвестиционных деклараций.

In the context of the socio-economic development intensification, strategic planning documents are of particular importance. Their main essence is to determine the investment potential and investment attractiveness of territories. This article mentions some issues of defining an investment passport and investment declaration as strategic planning documents, their main characteristics, opportunities and problems of legal regulation. The author notes the theoretical nature of the category «investment passport”, highlights its main features and considers the feasibility of legislative consolidation. The characteristics of the investment declaration are considered from the perspective of standard methodological recommendations of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation. The author gives an example of the investment declaration of the Arkhangelsk region, developed on the basis of these methodological recommendations. The article also makes suggestions of improving legal regulation of lists of strategic planning documents from the position of including in this lists investment declarations.
Intangible Transfers of Technology and Software: Challenges for the Missile Technology Control Regime
Authors: Héau Lauriane , Brockmann Kolja
Published: April 2024

Controlling intangible transfers of technology (ITT) and software—including in the context of the Missile Technology Control regime (MTCR)—is a known challenge, but the growth of the NewSpace industry and advances in emerging technologies make it a particularly timely topic. This report explores a series of cases of export control violations and cases where the risk of a possible violation was identified involving missile-related ITT or software. The report also develops a typology of violations and identifies associated compliance challenges. This paper explores some of the key challenges that emerge from the case studies, including the increasing reliance on ITT and software, which have become easier and more common, by companies in the aerospace and NewSpace sectors and their global supply chains. The paper concludes by offering recommendations for the MTCR to strengthen its efforts to address the proliferation risks posed by ITT and software.
Optimismo y resiliencia en adolescentes
Authors: Freire Gavilanes Evelyn , Lara Salazar Mariela Mariela
Published: April 2024

La psicología positiva brinda una perspectiva renovadora basada en las fortalezas personales como el optimismo y la resiliencia, pues la ausencia de estos factores protectores, hace que los adolescentes sean más propensos a enfrentar problemas de salud física y emocional, ya que por su etapa propia de cambios son más vulnerables a los factores de riesgo.
Objetivo: Determinar la relación entre optimismo y resiliencia en adolescentes.
Métodos: Se empleo una investigación cuantitativa, no experimental, con alcance descriptivo, correlacional y corte trasversal. La muestra fue seleccionada mediante un muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia, se contó con 165 adolescentes, siendo 109 mujeres y 56 hombres, con edades comprendidas entre los 14 y 18 años. Los instrumentos utilizados fueron el Life Orientation Test Revised (LOT-R) y la Escala de Resiliencia de Wagnild y Young.
Resultados: Los hallazgos de esta investigación indican una relación positiva leve de intensidad baja. La media de puntuación del optimismo fue de 14.6. Además, se encontró una baja y muy baja resiliencia en los participantes. Finalmente, no se identificaron diferencias significativas encuanto al sexo.
Conclusiones: Las expectativas favorables respecto a situaciones futuras contribuyen a la capacidad de adaptación y superación de las adversidades, lo que facilita el bienestar emocional.
Optimization Path for Management Decision-Making of Chinese Public Hospitals Under the Background of Big Data
Authors: Wu Qinqin , Khalid Nur Ajrun
Published: April 2024

This study examines how Big Data might improve Chinese public hospital management. A comprehensive study examines how data diversity, storage efficiency, analytics tools, and information system complexity affect decision-making. A carefully selected quantitative dataset from Chinese public hospitals is used in the study. Analyses use structured medical records, semi-structured billing data, and unstructured patient comments. The sample size of 115 was chosen for statistical robustness and multiple regression analysis best practices, which recommend 10-20 observations per predictor variable for estimate. Multiple linear regression analysis highlights amazing correlations and stresses data diversity, storage efficiency, analytics tools, and information system sophistication in decision efficiency. The study helps healthcare executives and regulators understand the complex relationship between regression coefficients and modified R-squared value. Also evaluated are Chinese public hospitals' strengths and weaknesses. Strengths include data integration, analytics, and advanced information systems. The report emphasizes data quality and cultural transformation, which impact Big Data and decision-making. The report emphasizes data consumption and advanced analytics to empower healthcare decision-makers. This research informs Chinese public hospital strategic reforms to improve resource allocation, patient care, and efficiency. This paper demonstrates how Big Data can impact healthcare decision-making. It enriches academic discourse and guides healthcare stakeholders through modern management with relevant insights and practical advice.
Socio-environmental tragedies from mine tailings dam failures: Capital prevailing over the state and citizen
Authors: Rocha Glenda Morais , Facanha Telma Rejane dos Santos , Oliveira Ariadne de Almeida Branco , Cavalcante Barbara Braga , Grisolia Cesar Koppe
Published: April 2024

Peripheral countries with an abundance of mineral wealth are victims of exploratory capitalism based on neo-extractivism. Production of profit is based on the predatory exploitation of mineral commodities, which corrupts the agents of the State and belittles local populations and their traditional values. This establishes what has been called the coloniality of life, i.e. a process of domination, exploitation, and submission, under the pretext that this will be the path to development. This study aims to show the social cost of this development at any price giving rise to onerous liabilities that trample on human dignity and cause environmental disasters. The consequent alterations to quality of life in populations that have become vulnerable through socio-economic conditioning factors have led to emergencies that must be dealt with, onto which bioethics may throw light, in terms of health, ethics, and the environment. Implications of ethics responsibility and absence of social responsability are discussed based on the tragedy resulting from the failure of two iron ore tailings dams in Brazil.
The Role of Botanical Gardens, Seed Banks, and Arboreta in Biodiversity Conservation (Ukrainian)
Authors: Colón Christina
Published: April 2024

Botanical research and botanical gardens have had a long history, originating for practicalities such as medicinal uses. This module covers historical and current roles of botanical gardens and other plant collections, including arboreta, seed banks, and herbaria. Many botanical gardens are involved in long-term research (e.g., climate change) and public education. Additionally, botanical gardens and the like are exceedingly important in plant conservation due to both their extensive ex-situ collections and accumulated knowledge.
Exploring the Social and Ecological Trade-offs in Tropical Reforestation: A Role-Playing Exercise
Authors: Fagan Matt , Schwartz Naomi
Published: April 2024

This exercise introduces students to the complexities of conservation in rural tropical landscapes. It introduces the concepts of payments for environmental services (PES), trade-offs and synergies between agricultural land-uses and society’s needs, and introduces students to tropical land-uses and common rural stakeholders in the tropics. The module has two main parts. In Part 1, students learn about a new reforestation program in the fictional country of Nueva Puerta and must debate how to direct the reforestation program: towards poverty alleviation, export production, water protection, or habitat connectivity. In Part 2, students break into small groups to negotiate the placement of PES in a tropical land-use simulation game. The land-use simulation is designed to show students some of the realities and limits of tropical conservation. In the final phase of the exercise, students reflect on their experiences through discussion questions. Optionally, they can write a reflective essay and/or vote which real-world reforestation project they are interested in supporting as a class.
Measuring Biodiversity Using R: A Comparison Of Diversity In Primary And Secondary Tropical Forests
Authors: Miller Eliot
Published: April 2024

This exercise is both a lesson in tropical forest restoration and a data analysis of metrics of biodiversity using R. The exercise contains background information, including two powerpoint presentations, using real data from the Bilsa rainforest in Ecuador on tropical bird diversity, and a guided tutorial for the use of R to analyze biodiversity metrics. The module also includes the complete R script with instructional notations as well as all necessary data files. By completing this exercise, students will: 1) distinguish some ways in which biological diversity can be quantified, 2) manipulate a real data set to quantify diversity, including the calculation of diversity indices, 3) identify and recommend conservation practices using the results, and 4) use the powerful open-source statistics program R.
Perancangan Remote Site Mikrotik dengan VPN (PPPoE) Menggunakan Rest Api di SMA Muhammadiyah 3 Padang
Authors: Fajri Ahmad Fikri , Novinaldi Novinaldi , Nanda Ade Putra , Isnardi Isnardi , Iswandy Eka
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan di Kantor SMA Muhammadiyah 3 Padang, fokus pada implementasi sistem remote site mikrotik menggunakan VPN (PPPoE) dengan REST API. Tujuan utama adalah merancang sistem yang membantu pihak sekolah, khususnya Tata Usaha, dalam pengelolaan dan distribusi jaringan internet kepada pengguna. Metodologi yang digunakan meliputi analisis permasalahan, perancangan, implementasi, dan pengujian sistem baru, serta perbandingan dengan sistem sebelumnya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem remote site memudahkan konfigurasi jaringan, memungkinkan akses mudah ke perangkat jaringan, dan memantau aktivitas pengguna. Penyediaan perangkat mikrotik meningkatkan stabilitas jaringan dan memungkinkan pemantauan penggunaan internet. REST API memfasilitasi konfigurasi jaringan yang lebih cepat dan user-friendly. Sistem VPN (PPPoE) memberikan keamanan tambahan dalam pertukaran data, membatasi akses hanya kepada pengguna terdaftar, serta mengelola bandwith untuk stabilitas kecepatan internet. Penelitian ini menyarankan penggunaan perangkat mikrotik tingkat tinggi untuk keamanan jaringan yang lebih baik di masa depan.
Cultural Perceptions and Awareness of Dementia Amongst the People of Ibiaku Issiet Community: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Olsson Imaobong , Akpan Hannah , Akpan Imoh Ekpenyong , Akpan Uwem Ekpenyong , Akpan Ndu Ekpenyong
Published: April 2024

This study investigates the perceptions and interpretations of dementia within the Ibiaku Issiet community, focusing on individuals' understanding of dementia, its symptoms, and its impact on affected individuals and their families. A qualitative approach was employed, utilizing semi-structured interviews with open-ended questions. Fifteen participants, comprising men and women aged 34 to 76, were selected from the community, with inclusion criteria limited to those who have a family member with dementia. Analysis of the data revealed various themes, including spiritual influences, punishment beliefs, limited awareness, stigmatization, spiritual beliefs, lack of accessibility to support services, frustration, helplessness, and a call for educational awareness and support initiatives. These findings highlight the importance of cultural interpretations in understanding dementia and underscore the need for increased awareness and support, particularly in communities lacking awareness. Recommendations include government intervention to provide educational programs and allocate resources for tailored support programs for caregivers within diverse cultural contexts.
Between Professionalism and Amateurism in the Use of the Agricultural Training Videos: Lessons Learnt from Experimental Auctions in Benin
Authors: Zoundji Gerard C. , Zossou Esperance , Awanvoeke Dossou S. Wilfilas , Vodouhe Simplice D.
Published: April 2024

Agriculture training videos (ATV) facilitate the wider dissemination of agricultural technologies and encourage farmers to adapt the learnings to their conditions. However, producing quality video is expensive as well as challenging for notable number of agricultural extension organizations across many Africa countries. This paper compares farmers' willingness to pay (WTP) for two distinct video quality levels—a cheap, amateurish video and a costly, professionally produced video. Using stratified random sampling, 91 farmers were selected for the experimental auction sessions. These farmers were chosen from a database that was compiled by the Ministry of Agriculture developed in 2021, with a total population of 382 vegetable farmers. Data were analyzed using Student's t-test and Tobit model. 97% of farmers who attend the experimental auction sessions, agreed to pay for the ATV and results show a significant difference of 0.063 USD between the two videos, and in favor of professional video. Farmers’ WTP for ATV is influenced by education, access to funding, images clarity, type of character in videos, understanding level of message and language spoken. Video quality is very important in the learning process in rural areas and support the promotion of professional videos. However, amateur videos can be used in agricultural training if financial support are not available for professional videos production.