bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The layers of function words in Moldavian Slavonic texts (15th – 16th centuries)
Authors: Knoll Vladislav
Published: November 2023

Moldavian Slavonic texts represent a point of contact between various Slavic and non-Slavic languages. However, due to the increasing influence of Church Slavonic in most types of texts, this fact is often not so obvious. The crucial indicator of the linguistic source of the text and the dynamics of the development of the Moldavian Slavonic written culture are the function words. In our paper, we have chosen two examples of the temporal and genre variability of Moldavian function words: the conjunctions introducing object and purpose clauses. The development of these conjunctions takes place in two, partly parallel ways: the use in chancery formulae and the use in free text. In general, we can distinguish four main layers of function words, three of which appear progressively in internal chancery documents, while the last is specific to external correspondence. The oldest layer is represented by Ruthenian function words, which dominate in the oldest internal and external documents. Soon the early repertoire is challenged by the Middle Church Slavonic set, followed by South Slavonic vernacular elements mediated by the Wallachian chancery. In the late documents, used for communication with the Polish-administered territory, the new, polonising Ruthenian function words are used, probably borrowed from the Polish and Lithuanian Ruthenian chanceries.
Jan Novák a jeho začiatok spolupráce s filmom v 50. rokoch 20. storočia
Authors: Grosschmidtová Rebecca
Published: November 2023

This article focuses primarily on the beginning of composer Jan Novák's collaboration with film and film music. This cooperation began in the fifties of the twentieth century. The very beginnings are rooted in the cooperation with Krátky Film Praha, where the films involved were documentaries, educational films and animated films. In the beginning, short films were created, which were followed later by popularizing or scientific ones. In 1950's, Jan Novák also produced works for a puppet film, a film magazines, and he also wrote compositions for a radio orchestra.
Franz Kautny (1788-1836): the owner of musical manuscripts from the Jasna Góra collection
Authors: Szczygieł Justyna
Published: November 2023

Among the preserved music documentation in the Pauline archives at Jasna Góra there is a number of manuscripts that attract the attention of researchers due to the entry on the title page: Kautny manu propria. Paweł Podejko, who is a researcher of the Jasna Góra collection and the creator of its thematic catalogue, connected the aforementioned record with Franz Kautny, a cantor in the parish church of St. Mary Magdalene in Nový Rousínov near Brno. In 1836 the Jasna Góra conductor Leopold Mężnicki obtained the music collection belonging to Kautny for his chapel and then included it in the repertoire performed by his ensemble. The documentation is one of the testimonies of the close ties that the Pauline monastery in Częstochowa maintained with the Moravian lands in the 18th and early 19th centuries. 130 manuscripts from Nový Rousínov has not been the subject of separate musicological research yet, although the provenance of the majority of its works has been established by Paweł Podejko. The aim of this article is to present the life and work of Franz Kautny, who is depicted mainly as a teacher (a cantor) in the Czech musicological literature. The results of the presented research conducted in the Moravian and Polish archives deepen our knowledge of Kautny, who was the owner of a music collection, a copyist, an active educator and a composer.
Konsep Dan Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka
Authors: Abdul Fattah Nasution  , Setia Ningsih  , Mona Febrica Silva  , Leli Suharti  , Jekson Parulian Harahap
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk mendeskripsikan bagaimana konsep dalam implementasi kurikulum merdeka. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini ialah metode studi kepustakaan (library research). Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan ialah dengan mengkaji berbagai artikel maupun surat kabar yang relevan dengan topik penelitian. Hasil temuan diproses dengan pengumpulan data, dokumentasi dan kemudian di analisis dan dijabarkan secara deskriptif. Hasil penelitian ini adalah: (1) Kajian tentang Prinsip Pembelajaran dalam Kurikulum Merdeka dan (2) Dukungan Implementasikan Kurikulum Merdeka Bagi Satuan Pendidikan. Penguatan tentang konsep dan implementasi kurikulum merupakan salah satu upaya pemerintah dalam menjawab pertanyaan tentang cara mengajar dengan profil atau kompetensi seperti apa yang akan dihasilkan oleh sistem pendidikan kita.
Islamic Child Personality Education Concepts By Al-Ghazali
Authors: Rifki El-Faizal  , Mulya
Published: November 2023

This research is intended to answer the following problems: 1) What is the concept of personality education according to Al-Ghazali in the book Ayyuhal Walad ? 2) How is it relevant to the concept of child personality education according to Al-Ghazali in the Ayyuhal Walad book with education in Indonesia? This research is a literature research qualitative category, with the data source in the form of a book by Imam Al-Ghazali. Data collection is done through observation of primary and secondary data sources. Data analysis was carried out by giving meaning to the data that was collected and from that meaning a conclusion was drawn. The results of this study indicate that the Ayyuhal Walad book contains personality education for children, namely: 1) Forming an obedient and pious person to Allah SWT. 2) Forming a trusting personality 3) Forming a sincere personality 4) Forming a person who is istiqomah 5) Forming a person who has tolerance and a social spirit 6) Forming a person who respects the teacher. In addition, the concept of personality education in the Ayyuhal Walad book is relevant to education in Indonesia, such as the goals of national education and character and exemplary education in education.
The Role of the Great Mosque of Binjai City in the Development of Da'wah History
Authors: Abdul Rahman  , Muktarruddin  , Emiya kampina  , Rakhas Djuniardi  , Sophia Lajuba
Published: November 2023

This study is focused on the early process of the arrival of Islam in Binjai City and its development process. To find out the influential figures in the development of Islam in the city of Binjai, to find out the heritage buildings of the Binjai Islamic community and to find out the Islamic heritage that still exists today. This discussion was carried out with a historical approach using the Library Research method (library research method) and Field Research (field research method) by conducting interviews in addition to data collection by means of literature review. Data collection techniques were carried out by collecting documentation on the traces of Islam in Binjai City. . The results obtained from this research on the spread of Islam in the city of Binjai are inseparable from the large role in the spread of Islam from the Langkat Sultanate which is domiciled in Binjai City because Binjai was part of the Langkat sultanate before finally forming its own region. That the role of the leaders is very high in the process of Islamization through educational institutions as evidenced by the Islamic heritage in the City of Binjai in the form of mosques, tombs, Islamic schools and the work of the scholars.
A Twenty-first Century Revolutionary in the U.S.?
Authors: Gordon Jane Anna ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: November 2023

A short reflection on Drucilla Cornell’s distinctive modes of doing political theory, inhabiting academic spaces, communicating important ideas, loving, and enacting fierce loyalty in the face of political bullying.
Drucilla as Author
Authors: MacGrogan Maureen ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: November 2023

A narrative of what it was like to work with Drucilla Cornell as an author, written by her first book editor. It describes a series of conversations at their lunch meetings in New York City and offers informal comments on Drucilla’s style of working overall.
Inhibition of aluminium corrosion using carica papaya extracts in acidic media (sulphuric acid and phosphoric acid)
Authors:   , Kasuga Baruku
Published: November 2023

Corrosion inhibition of aluminium using Carica papaya leaves extracts in 1M H2SO4 and IM H3PO4 was investigated under different temperatures (30, 40 and 500C) and concentrations (from 20-100 v/v %). The inhibitor was found to work by being adsorbed onto the aluminium surface, hence preventing the corrosion of the metal by forming a film that acted like a barrier to the direct contact between the metal and the acids. Gravimetric analysis (Weight loss method) as the main methodology was used throughout the investigation. From the data collected, inhibition efficiency values, adsorption isotherms, kinetic and thermodynamic parameters concerning the adsorption processes were determined; all of these give out important clues on the working ability of the inhibitor. Characterization was also applied using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy. SEM was used to determine the adsorption ability of inhibitor by investigating aluminium coupons through surface profile analysis. The FT-IR machine was used to determine functional groups of the phytochemicals found in C. papaya leaves, inhibitor prepared and those participated in adsorption. Carica papaya leaves extract was found to have a maximum inhibition efficiency of 71.67 % and 56.02 % in H2SO4 and H3PO4 respectively, at the optimal concentration which ranges from 60 to 80 v/v % in both of the media used. Results obtained in this study give hope to corrosion engineers that C. papaya is among of the plants on which its extracts can be used to develop a commercialized natural corrosion inhibitor. This is possible because it has phytochemicals with active functional groups to develop inhibitive properties.
Biogas slurry derived mesoporous carbon/metal oxides composites for supercapacitors application
Authors:   , Enock Talam
Published: November 2023

With the increasing utilities of intermittent renewable energies, hybrid electric vehicles and portable electronic devices, supercapacitors have been identified as one of the solution for energy storage since they can deliver high power. The main drawback of the supercapacitors is low energy densities which can be increased either by synthesizing nanostructured porous materials or improving the voltage window of the electrolyte. In this study the mesoporous carbons were synthesized from biogas slurry by varying the carbonization temperature (450, 550, and 650 ºC); activation temperature (600, 700, and 800 ºC); activation time from 30 to 120 min; and KOH activation agent to carbon mass ratio (1:1, 2:1, and 3:1). The mesoporous carbon samples synthesized were characterized by XRD, SEM, EDX, TEM, XPS, nitrogen sorption at 77 K, and the relevant electrochemical performances were investigated using cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. All samples exhibited type IV isotherms demonstrating the existence of mesopores. The specific surface area increased from 148 for unactivated carbon to 514 m2 g‒1 for samples activated at 700 ºC with the mass ratio of 3:1. The total volume increased from 0.12 to 0.38 cm3 g‒1 while the Smicro/ Smeso decreased with increasing activation time and KOH/carbon mass ratio. The carbon materials activated at 700 ºC, 3:1 KOH to carbon mass ratio for 120 min exhibited high specific capacitance of 289 F g–1 at a scan rate of 5 mV s‒1. When mesoporous carbon /MnO2 composites were synthesized through co-precipitation route; the BET surface area decreased from 514 to 110 m2 g‒1 while total pore volume decreased from 0.52 to 0.17 cm3 g‒1 for samples loaded with 40 mL of 5×10‒4 and 5×10‒2 M KMnO4, respectively and 0.2 g of mesoporous carbon. The electrode fabricated from the MnO2/ mesoporous carbon composites exhibited high specific capacitance of 709 F g‒1 at scan rate of 5 mV s‒1 in three electrodes cell system. XRD studies of the NiCo2O4/ mesoporous carbon composites revealed that the spinel structure of the NiCo2O4 was maintained in the composites. The nitrogen uptake increased with increasing annealing temperature to 300 ºC then decreased at 400 ºC. The NiCo2O4/ mesoporous carbon composites exhibited high specific capacitance of 835 F g‒1 at scan rate of 5 mV s‒1 for sample annealed at 350 ºC. The cyclic stabilities of the electrodes were above 90% after 50000 cycles. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy studies demonstrate that synthesized materials have high conductivities. This study shows that high performance electrodes can be designed from biogas slurry derived porous carbon and its MnO2 and NiCo2O4 composites.
Physical exercises improve cognitive abilities of 7-8 years old chess club’s students
Authors: Vus Dmytro , Kozina Zhanneta , Sobko Iryna , Riabchykov Sergii
Published: November 2023

Background and purpose
Many studies show the positive impact of playing chess on the cognitive abilities, motor skills and psychophysiological characteristics of people. On the other hand, physical exercises are of great importance for the progress of kids’ cognitive features. In view of this, our study was aimed at determining the effect of physical exercises on cognitive abilities and psychophysiological functions of young chess players.
Material and methods
20 students (7-8 years old) of two different Ukrainian chess schools took part in the study. All of them attended chess lessons, but those from the experimental group (group E, 10 children) also did a set of general and special physical exercises during chess lectures, as compared to the kids from the control group (group K, 10 children). To monitor work efficiency and the speed of switching attention, an online platform, containing Schulte test and a test for determining the reaction time of choosing a point in space ("Ermakov test"), respectively, was employed. Results of the tests were compared using the independent-samples T-test.
Results
Statistically significant improvements in the values of the work efficiency and the average working time on the third Schulte table were revealed in the groups K and E after two months. The increase in the speed of switching attention was also statistically significant in both groups, however, in the group K this was observed only for the result of the first attempt of "Ermakov test", while in the group E - to the results of the first, the third attempts and average of three attempts. Overall, our data revealed an increase in the cognitive abilities of younger schoolchildren, who did physical exercises during chess classes, compared to those chess school students, who only solved chess problems, played chess and listened to chess lectures. Surprisingly, there was no statistically significant increase in the results of "Ermakov test" in group E compared to group K after two months.
Conclusions
The novelty of the results is as follows: i) work efficiency (according to the Schulte test) in the experimental group showed a statistically significant improvement, indicating the important role of physical exercises for the cognitive development of young chess players; ii) in turn, the increase in speed of switching attention (by "Ermakov test") of the children seemed to be independent on the physical training in the short-term period; iii) both the metacognitive approach for teaching chess, as well as regular physical training during chess lessons should result in the cognitive, psychophysiological development and, as consequence, in the improvement in chess performance of the young athletes.
Pemanfaatan Vermikompos Limbah Sawi Sebagai Media Tumbuh Bibit Kelapa Sawit (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) di Pre Nursery
Authors: Nofrifaldi  , Hamid Ardiansyah , Patitis Niken Ellani
Published: November 2023

Vermikompos merupakan pupuk organik dari perombakan bahan-bahan organik dengan bantuan mikroorganisme dan cacing tanah. Penelitian tentang pemanfaatan vermikompos limbah sawi sebagai media tumbuh bibit kelapa sawit (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) di pre nursery, dilakukan di Desa Cileduk, Kecamatan Setu, Kabupaten Bekasi, Provinsi Jawa Barat. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mendapatkan media tumbuh alternatif yang dapat merangsang pertumbuhan bibit kelapa sawit. Metode yang digunakan pada percobaan ini Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) satu faktorial yang terdiri dari 3 perlakuan. Masing-masing perlakuan dibuat sebanyak 3 sampel dan 4 kali pengulangan, sehingga jumlah seluruhnya 36 bibit. Percobaan yang diberikan adalah sebagai berikut : P1 (vermikompos 100%),  P3 (top soil 100%) dan P2 (vermikompos 50% :  top soil 50%). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa vermikompos sawi pada perlakuan P1 (vermikompos 100%) menunjukkan perbedaan  secara  nyata terhadap tinggi tanaman, diameter batang dan jumlah daun. Karena media tumbuh vermikompos sawi mengandung unsur hara 0.27% N, 0.047% P dan 5.74% K.
Sistem Informasi Penilaian Kinerja Dosen Melalui Kuisioner oleh Mahasiswa di Politeknik Kampar
Authors: Oktorina Fenty
Published: November 2023

Salah satu fungsi dari Badan Penjaminan Mutu yang ada di Politeknik Kampar adalah melaksanakan evaluasi kinerja dosen. Namun hingga saat ini pelaksanaan evaluasi tersebut masih menggunakan google form sebagai sarana untuk pengisian kuisioner untuk penilaian dosen yang dilakukan oleh mahasiswa. Hal ini menjadi tidak efisien saat pengolahan data hasil kuisioner dilakukan. Untuk itu, perlu dibangun sebuah sistem informasi berbasis web untuk melakukan penilaian kinerja dosen melalui kuisioner. Sistem informasi tersebut akan dibangun menggunakan framework codeigniter sebagai penyedia kerangka untuk membangun suatu sistem. Pada sistem tersebut, mahasiswa dapat mengisi kuisioner yang tersedia dimana data yang diperoleh dari hasil pengisian kuisioner tersebut akan diolah secara otomatis oleh sistem. Hal ini tentunya dapat membantu badan penjaminan mutu dalam melaksanakan proses penilaian kinerja dosen.
Risk factors for the emergence of frailty in elderly persons in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Hadživuković Natalija , Pavlović Jelena , Živanović Srdjan , Matović Sandra , Mašić Srdjan , Spaić Dragan , Kalajdžić Olivera , Kucurski Ljubiša , Despotović Mile
Published: November 2023

Introduction. Frailty is common in elderly persons and carries a high risk of poor health outcomes, including increased mortality, institutionalization, falls, and hospitalization. The aim of the work was to determine the risk factors for frailty in elderly persons.

Methods. The research was conducted in Bijeljina and Foča, in the period from February to June 2022, and was approved by the Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Medicine in Foča. A total of 243 respondents over the age of 65 took part in the research. When it comes to the instruments, the sociodemographic questionnaire, the EQ-5D-5L health questionnaire, the general sarcopenia rapid screening questionnaire SARC-F and the Kessler scale for the assessment of psychological distress were used.

Results. There were 43.6% of males and 56.4% of females participating in the research. One quarter (25%) of respondents evaluated their health as weak. Sarcopenia was identified in 28% of respondents, while 18.1% had a moderate and 11.9% a serious disorder in the field of psychological distress.

Conclusion. The presence of psychological distress and sarcopenia in a high percentage, as well as weak health status in the people over 65, is evident, which represents potential risk factors for frailty.
The Relationship Between Education, Knowledge, And Attitudes Towards The Implementation Of The 1 House 1 Jumantik Movement In The Working Area Of The Kenten Laut Health Center In 2019
Authors: Ristawati Ristawati , Misnaniarti Misnaniarti , Zulkarnain Mohammad
Published: November 2023

Dengue hemorrhagic fever is a major global problem because 2.5 to 3 billion people are at risk of developing this disease. Aedes Aegypti is the primary epidemic vector, an illness that usually affects urban areas but is starting to affect rural areas, estimated at around 50-100 million cases yearly. Dengue fever is transmitted through the bite of a female Aedes aegypti / Aedes albopictus, which carries the virus from other dengue fever sufferers. Therefore, dengue fever often causes death for sufferers. Given the danger of dengue fever, there needs to be a comprehensive eradication effort. The government has issued a Mosquito Nest Eradication policy (PSN 3M-Plus) to tackle dengue fever. This is the primary way considered effective, efficient, and economical to eradicate the vector of Dengue Dengue disease transmission, considering that drugs and vaccines that kill the dengue virus have not been found. Research method with a cross-sectional design, a sample of 100 households that meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria in the work area of the Kenten Laut Health Center. Data analysis with chi-square. The results of the study obtained There is a relationship between education (0.03), knowledge (0.041), and the implementation of the One House 1 Jumantik movement at the Kenten Laut Health Center. The puskesmas is advised to develop the One House 1 Jumantik movement so that the community is more responsible with their respective homes and can assist the Jumantik coordinator in implementing PJB.
The Effect Of Profitability And Liquidity On Company Value Mediated By Dividend Policy In Property, Real Estate, And Building Construction Companies Listed On The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX)
Authors: Veronicha Veronicha , Budidarma I Gusti Agung Musa
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of profitability, liquidity, and dividend policy on firm value. This study also aims to determine the indirect effect between profitability and liquidity on firm value through the dividend policy. This research used property, real estate, and building construction companies listed in Indonesia Stock Exchange. The research uses five recent years since 2018 until 2022 and selected by purposive sampling method. The analysis was performed using multiple linear regressions analysis method.
The Effect Of Digitization Transformation On Financial Performance: A Case Study Of Banking Companies In Indonesia
Authors: Pertiwi Silva Nurbaiti , Jamaludin Jamaludin , Wicaksono Ignatius Henry , Lestari Henny Setyo , Leon Farah Margaretha
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to analysis the influence of digital transformation, bank size, CAR, loan & liquidity ratio, NPL, inflation and GDP growth to ROA and ROE with LLP and deposit growth as a control variable. The results of hypothesis testing from this study show that digital transformation, CAR, NPL, inflation, GDP growth and deposit growth have a significant effect on ROA. While bank size, loan ratio, liquidity ratio and LLP do not have a significant effect on ROA. As for the second model shows that digital transformation, bank size, NPL, inflation, GDP growth and deposit growth have a significant effect on ROE. While the CAR, loan ratio, liquidity ratio and LLP do not have a significant effect on ROE.
Effect Of Enterprises’ Fundamental Factors And Systematic Risk On Stock Returns
Authors: Labbeik Kevin , Baridwan Zaki , Saraswati Erwin
Published: November 2023

This study aims to determine the influence of fundamental factors of companies and systematic risks on stock returns. The type of data used in this study is secondary data. The data is obtained from annual reports and financial reports sourced from www.idx.co.id. The population used in the study is manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) for the period 2018 – 2021. The samples used in this study were 42 manufacturing companies listed on the IDX that met the criteria. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression method. The results of this study indicate that the enterprise's fundamental factors affect stock returns. There are significant differences in the variable size of enterprise asset sizes before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, there were no significant differences in liquidity variables, debt to equity ratio, return on equity, earnings per share, price earnings ratio and systematic risk before and during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Keywords: Fundamental factors; systematic risk; stock return
Ecological Education Through Folklore Hikayat Pak and Mak Siti From South Sumatra
Authors: Hidajati Enny , Saputri Kurnia
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine how the ecological elements in the folklore Hikayat Pak and Mak Siti and what meaning can students learn from this folk tale. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative with analytical method through objective approach. While the approach used is an interdisciplinary approach because it analyzes the contents of the story by using other theories such as ecocritical and folklore theories. The results obtained in this folklore contain four things related to eco-criticism, namely elements of wilderness, places to live, animals, and the earth. Meanwhile, ecological messages that can be conveyed to students are: (a) maintaining forest sustainability as part of an ecosystem which is important for life. (b) protecting animals and looking after animals that are almost extinct, such as tigers. (c) caring for God’s fellow creatures, such as plants, animals, water, air and others. (d) maintaining cleanliness, order, and the beauty of the environment for the sake of mutual comfort. Meanwhile, from the message of this story, it can be concluded that students have several attitudes, namely (a) being consistent in the truth, honest, trustworthy, and can be trusted by others, (b) may not be detrimental to others for personal gain, (c) even though children have more control over technology, parents must still accompany their children, (d) students must prepare themselves with various knowledge and skills to become leaders in the future, (e) must not be arrogant and must continue to want to learn from the surrounding environment, (f) Religious leaders must be sincere and willing to guide their people towards goodness.
Determinants Impacting the Use of Family Planning Services in Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, Kabarole District, Western Uganda
Authors:   Department of Medicine and Surgery, Kampala International University, Uganda, Ssegawa Emmanuel Kirule
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to explore the factors influencing the utilization of family planning services among women of reproductive age at Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital in Kabarole, Uganda. Employing a descriptive cross-sectional hospital-based design and a simple random sampling technique, 174 women in the reproductive age group were included in the study. Self-administered questionnaires were utilized for data collection, which was then coded, entered, and analyzed using IBM SPSS version 20. The results were presented in frequency and percentage charts and tables, accompanied by Pvalues, odds ratios, and their respective confidence intervals where relevant. The findings revealed that 44.91% of participants at Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital in Western Uganda used contraceptives. Among them, 66.7% discussed contraceptives with their partners, while 51.1% opted for a specific contraceptive method during their last sexual encounter prior to the study. Interestingly, 35.1% considered condoms to be the most effective form of contraception, followed by implanon and oral pills at 14.9% and 14.4%, respectively. Safe days/withdrawal and injectable contraceptives were perceived as the least effective at 10.9% each. Accessibility and availability were cited as primary reasons for contraceptive choice by 21.8% of respondents, followed by safety with fewer side effects (16.1%), ease of use (6.3%), and affordability (5.2%). Household size, with the majority having 1-5 members (36.8%), and the number of children under five in the family (45.4% with 1-5 children) were notable demographic factors influencing family planning choices. However, the study highlighted a low level of family planning utilization (44.9%) among women at Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, predominantly favoring male condoms (40.7%). This utilization was significantly affected by socio-demographic factors such as marital status, place of residence, occupation, and income levels. Furthermore, the type, duration, frequency, availability, accessibility, affordability, and perceived side effects or effectiveness of contraceptives significantly influenced the likelihood of family planning utilization. Keywords: associated factors, utilisation, family planning, women
Integrating Medicinal Plant Diversity in Post-COVID Uganda for Holistic Healthcare Management
Authors:   Department of Publication and Extension Kampala International University Uganda, Paul-Chima Ugwu Okechukwu , Ugo Alum Esther ,   Department of Publication and Extension Kampala International University Uganda, Ifeanyi Obeagu Emmanuel ,   Department of Publication and Extension Kampala International University Uganda., Subbarayan Shanthi ,   Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Kampala International University, Western Campus, Ishaka, Uganda., Sankarapandiyan Vidya ,   Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Kampala International University, Western Campus, Ishaka, Uganda.
Published: November 2023

The exploration of medicinal plant diversity in Uganda and across Africa holds substantial importance in the realms of ethnobotany, traditional medicine, and modern healthcare. This diversity, deeply rooted in indigenous communities, forms the foundation of traditional healing practices. Conservation of Africa's biodiversity hotspots, coupled with sustainable practices, is crucial for preserving these invaluable resources. However, challenges persist in bridging traditional knowledge with scientific validation, addressing ethical collection practices, and ensuring equitable benefit-sharing. Collaborative efforts involving scientists, indigenous communities, and governments are pivotal for systematic study and conservation. Regulation, standardization, and integration of traditional medicine within healthcare systems remain imperative for safe and effective utilization. Keywords: Healing potential, Medicinal Plants, Post-COVID, Disease management and Uganda
visão da Terapia Analítica-Comportamental sobre pessoas que apresentam comportamentos depressivos
Authors: Dias Maria Clarisse Cacau , Ferreira Antonia Juliana Mesquita , Rocha André Sousa , Khouri Mauro Michel El , Argolo Junior Cecílio
Published: November 2023

Introdução: A depressão é um transtorno mental amplamente vivenciado na atualidade, constituindo-se em um grave problema de saúde pública no Brasil. Estima-se que mais de 300 milhões de pessoas sofrem de depressão em todo o mundo, sendo que essa condição difere das oscilações usuais de humor e das respostas emocionais de curta duração comuns apresentados face aos desafios da vida cotidiana. A análise do comportamento, enquanto abordagem, tem sua visão sobre a depressão, entendendo-a como padrões de resposta adquiridos e mantidos sob determinadas contingências. Objetivo: Discutir sobre as características da depressão a partir da visão da análise do comportamento e quais as contribuições da psicoterapia analítica-comportamental em pessoas com comportamentos depressivos. Métodos: trata-se de uma Revisão Integrativa da Literatura executada à luz de seis etapas recomendas. Segundo os critérios de inclusão e exclusão, foram selecionados três artigos que abordaram a temática central do estudo. Resultados e discussão: Diante do exposto, observou-se como principal resultado desta pesquisa, foi a identificação que o termo “análise do comportamento” quando lançado nas Bases da Biblioteca virtual da Saúde (BVS) direciona a busca para estudos que versam sobre a análise de comportamentos associados a alguma patologia, conforme o entendimento biomédico deste termo. Esse resultado evidencia para uma contradição que envolve a Psicologia como ciência ligada ao campo da saúde e/ou das ciências humana. Considerações finais: Salienta-se a necessidade de estudos que discutam a análise do comportamento como abordagem teórica trazida por Skinner, visto que muitos estudos a traziam no senso comum e não como uma vertente da Psicologia.
Before Temples. Rectangular structures of the Low Countries and their place in the Iron Age belief system
Authors: de Leeuwe Roosje
Published: November 2023

Before the introduction of Roman temples in the Low Countries, there used to be ‘open air cult places’ in the Iron Age. That is at least the assumption based on descriptions given by classical writers and several structures typified as sanctuaries that were excavated in France. Several of these French sanctuaries portray long usage, modifications, disarticulated human remains, and depositions of animal bones and Iron Age weaponry. However, the regularly encountered rectangular structures in Belgium and the Netherlands that are often interpreted as cult places do not have any of these indicators. Even though the shape is similar, the evidence these structures deliver testifies to short term utilisation, pottery depositions and a vaguely defined relation to cremation graves. Can these structures and accompanying depositions be perceived as the result of actions to invoke gods or deities as is claimed for the French sanctuaries? The finds and features seem more suitable when the rectangular structures are interpreted as part of ancestral worship. Although, what does that actually entail? How did Iron Age people actually conceptualise or practise interaction with ancestral spirits? In this thesis the use of rectangular structures during the Iron Age is explored and the meaning of related depositions interpreted. The structures fulfilled a special sociocultural position in Iron Age society, emphasised by the deliberately chosen liminal location in an increasingly structured landscape.
Assessment of meteorological drought using Standard Precipitation Index model (SPI) in Herat, Afghanistan
Authors: Alkozay Arif
Published: November 2023

Assessing drought is a crucial component of effective drought risk management, stemming from diminished precipitation relative to the historical average, which subsequently impacts soil moisture and water reservoirs. The standard precipitation index (SPI) is commonly used to capture temporal and spatial variations. This research aims to evaluate the intensity, frequency, and duration of meteorological drought using SPI with time scales of 1, 3, 6, and 12 months in Herat Province, Afghanistan. The study encompasses 6 gauging stations with a 43-year record period in the region. The results show that with an increase in the time scale, the duration and frequency of drought increase. Additionally, the study reveals that the common extreme drought year for all stations was the year 2001, but the most extreme occurred in the year 2009 with an intensity two times greater than that of the year 2001. Due to the discrepancy of drought occurrence in each station, the findings suggest that for better drought management in the country, it is essential to analyze droughts in each local location. Over the past 43 years, the Cheldkhtaran station experienced the highest proportion of time in drought, accounting for 28.5%. Similarly, the Khosh Rabat station experienced droughts for 26.4%, the Nazdik-i-Herat station for 27.7%, the Pul-i-Hashemi station for 23.6%, and the Rabat-i-Akhund station for 26.9% of their respective time in the past 43 year.
Role of Constructed Environment for Tourism Development: A Global Trend Analysis base on Triangulated Review
Authors: Zimik A S Sochipem , Barman Arup
Published: November 2023

The study employs a pragmatic approach to comprehend the constructed environment as a means for propelling tourism industries. Various relevant works of literature are taken into account in analyzing the impact of the constructed environment and its significance to tourism. The objectives of the study are twofold. First, it reviews the constructed environment in detail considering it in three sub-sets. These are the frame; sustenance; and nature. Second, it analyzes the global status of the constructed environment concerning tourism development. The study highlights the research lacuna to draw convincing conclusions about why the constructed environment signifies the growth of the sector. The key takeaway point from the study is the earnest need for a developed constructed environment for development of the industries. The study concludes with suggestive notes to various stakeholders to be conscious enough in understanding tourist psychology, policymaking, and resource management; which will result in economic vitality.
Adaptation of Online Andragogy in Healthcare Education
Authors: Rishipathak Dr. Parag , Bhandari Dr. Monesh , Hinduja Dr. Anand
Published: November 2023

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic swiftly extended worldwide starting in December 2019, necessitating the universal adoption of stringent protocols and guidelines to contain its spread. Every nation experienced substantial economic, social, and intellectual setbacks as a result of this unprecedented crisis.1 Restrictions were imposed on the mobility of individuals across various sectors in accordance with directives issued by the World Health Organization and in compliance with guidelines from the Ministry of Health. During this period, the education sector, like many others, faced significant challenges. Government guidelines mandated the temporary closure of both private and public institutions, including educational establishments, as a precautionary measure to mitigate the spread of the virus in the community, primarily due to transportation and social distancing requirements.
Identidad y autoridad en la Compañía de Jesús en México (1816-1929)
Authors: Aspe Armella María Luisa
Published: November 2023

Se inserta el cambio identitario de la Compañía de Jesús en el contexto de las transformaciones del catolicismo en la Modernidad. Una vez que surge la corriente del Romanticismo entre los pensadores católicos, la Iglesia católica empieza a apropiarse de ese discurso frente a los desafíos de la Modernidad. Así es como el tradicional ultramontanismo se vuelve un ultramontanismo romántico y antimoderno. La Compañía de Jesús se restaura en la misma época en que acontece esta romantización del ultramontanismo. Los jesuitas empiezan a generar un discurso compatible con el romanticismo, pues se consideran víctimas que fueron suprimidas por enemigos del cristianismo. Es así como la Compañía de Jesús en la Modernidad redefine su identidad con base en una nueva autoridad: la del Soberano Pontífice. El libro estudia cómo es que la Antigua Compañía de Jesús tenía una autoridad distinta, y por ende su identidad no era la misma que la de la Nueva Compañía. Estos cambios sucedieron en Europa, pero eventualmente llegaron a México, aunque tardíamente. Los jesuitas en la Nueva España, antes de la expulsión de 1767, tenían un papel mucho más importante que en Europa al dominar en la educación y al organizar la vida social en las misiones del Norte. Dejaron un gran vacío hasta que regresaron en 1816, y pronto reanudaron sus importantes labores. No obstante, fueron nuevamente suprimidos. Así continuaron hasta el Porfiriato, cuando se estabilizó la presencia de jesuitas. Pero estos jesuitas no eran los antiguos jesuitas de tradición hispánica, sino que eran ya jesuitas romantizados como en Europa. Esto explica por qué, casi repentinamente, a partir de la década de 1880, los jesuitas empiezan a encabezar la forma embrionaria de la “Acción Católica”. Esta actividad cobrará la misma forma politizada y beligerante que tenía en Europa sólo cuando aparezca la Revolución anticlerical a México: la Revolución Mexicana y su eventual prolongación en las Guerras Cristeras. La autoridad y la identidad de los jesuitas tendrán su apogeo precisamente en estos acontecimientos. Sin embargo, en Europa la circunstancia era ya diferente: la noción decimonónica de la autoridad comienza a desgastarse, y el síntoma más evidente de ello fue el surgimiento de los Fascismos. Lo mismo sucede con la legitimidad que tenía el Romano Pontífice y en particular la autoridad del Prepósito General de la Compañía de Jesús. Es el momento en que la autoridad se vuelve un autoritarismo. Esto tiene sus repercusiones en la Compañía de Jesús porque, como la autoridad condicionaba su identidad, ésta se ve también desgastada. Este libro recorre la historia desde que surgen una nueva autoridad y una nueva identidad de la Compañía de Jesús —en 1814– hasta que comienza su final —en 1929–.
Un imperio constitucional. El inédito proyecto de constitución del imperio mexicano de la junta nacional instituyente (marzo de 1823)
Authors: Del Arenal Fenochio Jaime
Published: November 2023

El Proyecto de Constitución elaborado por la Comisión respectiva de la Junta Nacional Instituyente en marzo de 1823 a unos días de la caída del Imperio Mexicano confirma la vocación constitucional moderna que orientó en movimiento trigarante desde su origen en Iguala y en Córdoba en 1821. Constitucionalismo moderno, es decir, liberal, si bien moderado, donde se establecieron límites claros al poder y se consagraron derechos del hombre como la libertad y la igualdad ante la ley dentro del respeto a las Tres Garantías: Independencia, Religión y Unión. Por vez primera se da a conocer este desconocido documento que no sólo habrá de iluminar y completar la historia constitucional mexicana sino la cultura jurídico-política de aquellos años todavía tan poco conocidas debido a la miopía producida por una historiografía maniquea que no supo reparar en un proyecto político conciliador entre transición y modernidad, y sí en la pugna entre monarquistas y republicanos. Superada ésta, queda el ejemplo de un conjunto de publicistas" que supieron dar respuesta a la urgencia de contar con una Constitución ad hoc, así como pensar en sus posibilidades como el instrumento idóneo para salvar y consolidar al Estado mexicano a la hora de su nacimiento. Jaime del Arenal Fenochio, abogado por la Escuela Libre de Derecho, doctor en Derecho por la Universidad Panamericana, historiador y diplomático. Académico corresponsal de la Academia Nacional de Historia de Ecuador. Ha sido vicepresidente del Instituto Internacional de Historia del Derecho Indiano, profesor en la Escuela Libre de Derecho, Universidad Panamericana, El Colegio de Michoacán y El Colegio de México, entre otras instituciones, y embajador en Ecuador y ante la Santa Sede. Dirigió el Instituto de México en España. Es director del Centro de Estudios Interdisciplinares, A.C.
San Juan XXIII
Authors: Fazio Mariano
Published: November 2023

"Juan XXIII fue un papa no de transición. La sola convocatoria del Concilio Vaticano II lo coloca en un lugar excepcional en la historia de la Iglesia contemporánea. Pero no es sólo eso: su forma de ser y de gobernar, su sencillez y su humildad desprovista de formalidades fueron cambiando la imagen del pontificado. Pasó a la otra vida con el apodo de “el Papa bueno”. Un adjetivo sencillísimo que lo dice todo. "
Pharmacological Treatments of Parkinson's Disease in the Elderly: An Overview of Phase IV Clinical Trials
Authors: M. Alsulami Mohammed , Hariri Eyad A. , Alamri Faisal S. , Alsolami Khadeejah
Published: November 2023

Background: Parkinson\'s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. It affects approximately 10 million people worldwide and primarily manifests in older adults. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms, but there is currently no cure.\nObjectives: To compile and provide descriptions of medications that has successfully completed Phase 4 clinical trials for the treatment of Parkinson\'s disease in older adults.\nMethods: We examined the applications of the tested medications for Parkinson\'s disease by analyzing relevant phase IV trials that were publicly registered at clinicaltrials.gov\nResults: On March 13, 2023, we found 3,418 trials on clinicaltrials.gov. After filtering, 98 eligible trials remained. Out of those, 44 trials met all the inclusion criteria for the study. 23 medications were tested in these trials, such as rotigotine, pramipexole, and rasagiline, which can help manage symptoms such as pain, non-motor issues (apathy, depression), cognitive impairments, fatigue, and various challenges. Showing effectiveness in managing the symptoms, but no cure has been identified.\nConclusions: The management of Parkinson\'s disease requires careful consideration of specific factors pertaining to the patient, including symptoms, age, and the stage of the disease. A wide range of pharmacological, nonpharmacological, and surgical therapies are available to alleviate patients\' symptoms and enhance their quality of life.
Numerical and Experimental Investigation of Aerodynamic Noise Generated by Subsonic Axial Fan Using Hybrid Approach
Authors:   Trane Technologies, Hangargekar Sunvil , Reddy Sreedhar , Wang Gang , Hausmann Scott
Published: November 2023

This research work reports the study and investigation of aerodynamically generated noise characteristics of the fan using a hybrid numerical approach. Numerical results are compared with the experimental results. The experiment is conducted to determine the sound power radiated by the fan. This experiment is carried out in the reverberant and anechoic chambers as a test environment. The axial subsonic fan is considered for the study. Detailed experimental work is reported in the first section, and in the second section, numerical simulation results are reported. Flow analysis is carried out using unsteady Navier Stokes based equations with a Large Eddy Simulation scale resolving turbulence model in the commercial solver Ansys Fluent. Fluctuating components of velocity and density are computed for further calculation of acoustics. The flow results from the simulation are compared with the flow results obtained in the experiment. As the aerodynamic performance of the fan is validated and shows good agreement with experiment, it is followed by an aeroacoustics analysis performed in the MSC Actran Acoustics solver. The Lighthills analogy is used to compute the flow noise generation and propagation terms. Sound power characteristics are studied with the help of one third octave band and narrow band analysis. Overall sound power is computed in MSC Actran and is compared with the experiment. Also, the sound power computed in Ansys Fluent is compared with an experiment and shows good agreement This work also reports the detailed computational methodology for fan noise prediction for any type of fan application
Mindfulness and its Relationship with Psychological Fitness among a Sample of High School Female Teachers in Makkah Al-Mukarramah
Authors: FARI HADEEL , Kurdi Samirah
Published: November 2023

The study aimed to identify the relationship between Mindfulness and psychological fitness for a sample of High School Female Teachers in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, it also relied on the descriptive approach with its correlative and comparative methods. It was also conducted on a sample of (304) female teachers, and the two measures of Mindfulness and psychological fitness were applied to them, prepared by the researcher, after verifying their psychometric properties, which came in a very high degree, the researcher analyzed the data through the (SPSS)program, following appropriate statistical methods, It has reached many results, most notably: that the levels of Mindfulness and psychological fitness for a sample of High School Female Teachers in Makkah Al-Mukarramah are high, according to the responses of the sample members on the two scales. Also, there is a positive and statistically significant correlation at the level of significance (0.05), between the Mindfulness and the Psychological Fitness, there are also statistically significant differences at a significant level (0.05) between the mean scores of the sample members on the psychological fitness due to the marital status. In light of the results of the study, the researcher concluded by putting forward many recommendations and proposed future studies, which can contribute to strengthening the concept of Mindfulness and Psychological Fitness among teachers in educational institutions.