bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Present and future European heat wave magnitudes: climatologies, trends, and their associated uncertainties in GCM-RCM model chains
Authors: Lin Changgui , Kjellström Erik , Wilcke Renate Anna Irma , Chen Deliang
Published: August 2022

Abstract. This study investigates present and future European heat wave magnitudes, represented by the Heat Wave Magnitude Index-daily (HWMId), for regional climate models (RCMs) and the driving global climate models (GCMs) over Europe. A subset of the large EURO-CORDEX ensemble is employed to study sources of uncertainties related to the choice of GCMs, RCMs, and their combinations. We initially compare the evaluation runs of the RCMs driven by ERA-interim reanalysis to E-OBS (observation-based estimates), finding that the RCMs can capture most of the observed spatial and temporal features of HWMId. With their higher resolution compared to GCMs, RCMs can reveal spatial features of HWMId associated with small-scale processes (e.g., orographic effects); moreover, RCMs represent large-scale features of HWMId satisfactorily (e.g., by reproducing the general pattern revealed by E-OBS with high values at western coastal regions and low values at the eastern part). Our results indicate a clear added value of the RCMs compared to the driving GCMs. Forced with the emission scenario RCP8.5, all the GCM and RCM simulations consistently project a rise in HWMId at an exponential rate. However, the climate change signals projected by the GCMs are generally attenuated when downscaled by the RCMs, with the spatial pattern also altered. The uncertainty in a simulated future change of heat wave magnitudes following global warming can be attributed almost equally to the difference in model physics (as represented by different RCMs) and to the driving data associated with different GCMs. Regarding the uncertainty associated with RCM choice, a major factor is the different representation of the orographic effects. No consistent spatial pattern in the ensemble spread associated with different GCMs is observed between the RCMs, suggesting GCM uncertainties are transformed by RCMs in a complex manner due to the nonlinear nature of model dynamics and physics. In summary, our results support the use of dynamical downscaling for deriving regional climate realization regarding heat wave magnitudes.
Luchino Visconti’nin (Yeni) Gerçekçi Tutku’su
Authors: EKİCİ Aslı
Published: August 2022

Sinemasal anlatılarda çoğunlukla erkeklerin hikâyelerine yer verilmekte kadın karakterler ikinci planda kalmaktadır. Bu kadın karakterler de toplumsal cinsiyete dair kabul edilen öngörülerin sınırları içinde beyazperdede boy göstermektedir. Toplumsal cinsiyete dair temsillerde hassas davranan, az da olsa egemen söylemin çizdiği sınırların dışına çıkan/çıkabilen yönetmenlerin olması kuşkusuz umut vericidir. Bu çalışmada Luchino Visconti’nin Tutku (Ossessione, 1943) filminde kadına “görece daha özgür” bir alan açılıp açılmadığı anlatı ve sinematografi göz önünde bulundurularak metin çözümlemesi yöntemi ile değerlendirilmektedir. Kimilerine göre “yeni gerçekçi sinema” kimilerine göre ise “gerçekçi sinema” olarak değerlendirilen bu filmde erkek egemen söylemin inşa edilip edilmediği, kadınların nasıl temsil edildiği, bu temsillerin ne kadar gerçeğe yakın olduğu feminist sinema kuramı tartışmaları çerçevesinde ele alınmaktadır. Visconti’nin kullandığı sinema dili “kadın olmanın” anlamını nasıl inşa ediyor sorusu araştırmanın çıkış noktasıdır. Sadece İtalyan sinemasının değil dünya sinemasının da önemli yönetmenlerinden/auteurlerinden biri olan Luchino Visconti’nin ele alınan bu filminde kadın temsilinin “gerçekçi” olduğu ileri sürülmektedir. Filmin döneme/içinde bulunduğu çağa tanıklık etme “görevini üstlenmiş” anlatısında aynı duyarlılığı “kadınlığa/kadın olmaya dair” temsillerde de sergilediği; kadınları arzularıyla, çelişkileriyle seyirciye sunduğu düşünülmektedir.
Film ve Dizi Afişlerinde Pazarlama İletişimi Stratejisi Olarak Cinsel Çekicilik Kullanımı: Netflix Türkiye Örneği
Authors: ARKLAN Ümit , SANDIKCI Yılmaz Türker , SOY Samed
Published: August 2022

Özellikle son yıllarda iletişim teknolojilerinde yaşanan akıl almaz gelişim ve değişimler global ekonominin, dolayısıyla global rekabet ortamının dinamik yapısını önemli ölçüde etkilemektedir. Söz konusu dinamik yapı içerisinde tüketicilere ulaşmak her ne kadar kolaylaşsa da, sürekli farklı uyaranlara maruz kalan muhatapların dikkatini çekmek ve onları inandırmak oldukça zorlaşmaktadır. Bu sebeple, küreselleşen dünyada artan rekabet ortamı içerisinde markalar tüketicilerin ilgisini çekmek ve arzu edilen yönde davranış değişikliği sağlamak için sıklıkla çeşitli pazarlama iletişimi stratejilerinden yararlanmaktadır. Bahsi geçen stratejilerden biri de kayda değer kullanım sıklığı ile son günlerde ön plana çıkan cinsel çekiciliktir. Hedef kitlelerde cinsellik içeren bileşenlerle farkındalık yaratmanın yanı sıra, hedef kitleyi yüzeysel yönlendirmeyle ikna etmeye çalışan cinsel çekicilik, çeşitli sektör ve alanlarda yararlanılan önemli bir strateji olarak değerlendirilmektedir. Buradan yola çıkarak çalışmada dijital yayın platformlarından olan Netflix Türkiye’nin film ve dizileri için ürettiği/kullandığı afişler cinsel çekicilik ve cinsel çekiciliğin alt kategorileri kapsamında nicel içerik çözümlemesine tabi tutulmaktadır. Gerçekleştirilen analizler sonucunda hem film hem de dizi afişlerinde cinsel çekicilik kullanımının; çıplaklık/giyim, cinsel davranış, fiziksel çekicilik, cinsel imalar ve bilinçaltına hitap eden cinsel imgeler kategorileri arasında cinsel davranış ve fiziksel çekicilik kategorilerinin daha fazla tercih edildiği ve cinsel içerikli ikna argümanlarının en çok anılan kategoriler aracılığıyla izler kitleye aktarıldığı tespit edilmiştir.
BIST Enerji Şirketlerinin CRITIC ve CODAS Bütünleşik Yaklaşımı ile Finansal Açıdan Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: AKGÜN Ali
Published: August 2022

Enerji sektörü günümüzde stratejik bir öneme sahiptir. Bu nedenle enerji sektöründeki işletmeler faaliyetlerini etkin ve verimli bir şekilde yürütmek durumundadırlar. Faaliyetlerin etkin ve verimli olarak yürütülmesinin en başta gelen koşullarından biri de sağlam bir finansal yapıya sahip olmaktır. Bu araştırmanın amacı stratejik önemi her geçen gün artan enerji şirketlerinin Borsa İstanbul’a kayıtlı olanların finansal açıdan değerlendirilmesi ve finansal performans derecelerinin belirlenmesidir. Bu amaçla BIST’e kayıtlı şirketlerin finansal oranları değerlendirme kriteri olarak belirlenmiş ve ilgili finansal oranlar Kamuyu Aydınlatma Platformu’nda (KAP) duyurulan finansal tablolarından hesaplanmıştır. Finansal açıdan değerlendirme için ilgili finansal oranlar çok kriterli karar verme teknikleri olan CRITIC ve CODAS yöntemleri ile analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sonucunda 2020 yılında finansal açıdan en iyi şirketler sırasıyla Naturelgaz Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., Doğu Aras Enerji Yatırımları A.Ş. ve Kartal Yenilenebilir Enerji Üretim A.Ş. olarak belirlenirken 2021 yılında en iyi şirketler Doğu Aras Enerji Yatırımları A.Ş., Margün Enerji Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. ve Esenboğa Elektrik Üretim A.Ş. olarak belirlenmiştir. Yine 2020 yılında Hun Yenilenebilir Enerji Üretim A.Ş ve 2021 yılında ise Biotrend Çevre ve Enerji Yatırımları A.Ş. finansal açıdan değerlendirmede en son sırada yer aldıkları tespit edilmiştir.
Nursing students Perception regarding Online classes during 2nd COVID-19 wave in India
Authors: Lata Kusum , Ram Kudi Surat
Published: August 2022

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic caused the closing of classrooms all over the world and forced 1.5 billion students and 63 million educators to suddenly modify their face-to-face academic practices, wherever possible. Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the perception of nursing students towards online classes during 2nd wave of COVID-19. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional web based research design was used to conduct this study. Snowball sampling method was used to fill the form. The target population was nursing students. Total 740 participants were recruited for this study. Likert scale to measure perception was used to assess perception regarding online classes. Data was collected from 21 April to 30th May. Results: 76.2% of participants use the cellular data to get connected to the online classes. More than half of the participants (53.8%) have negative perception regarding online classes. One third of the participants were agreed to online learning is easy to manage study time effectively. 36.2% were disagreed to learning is same in class and at home on the internet. 39.5% disagreed to online learning is better than traditional learning. A statistical significant association of level of perception was found with education of nursing student, education of mother, monthly family income, type of gadget used for attending online classes and access to sound or static internet at p <0.05. Discussion: Nursing students believes face to face learning is better than the online learning. However students promoted online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. They felt that learning should be continued during the pandemic as well.
A Study to assess the effectiveness of Biofeed back assisted progressive muscle relaxation on Anxiety and Depressive symptoms among alcoholics in Krishna Nursing Home, Coimbatore
Authors: Narmatha N.
Published: August 2022

The problem of alcohol occurs at different levels of severity, from mild and annoying threatening. Although alcohol dependence is most severe problem, less severe drinking problem can also be dangerous. Alcoholism is a condition that results in the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, despite health problems and negative social consequences. Alcoholism is also known as alcohol dependence, is a disease that includes alcohol craving, withdrawal symptoms, physical symptoms, and psychological symptoms like anxiety, depression, suicidal tendencies etc., This study was aimed to assess the effectiveness of biofeedback assisted progressive muscle relaxation on reduction of anxiety and depressive symptoms among alcoholics in Krishna Nursing home Coimbatore. This study adopted an evaluative approach, and made use of true experimental randomized pretest and post test control group design. Conceptual framework adopted for this study was the Modified Roy’s adaptation theory (1984). A total of 60 samples out of which 30 samples for experimental group and 30 for control group using simple random sampling (consecutive sampling) who fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Pretest was done for both experimental and control group to assess the Anxiety and depressive symptoms using Beck anxiety scale and Beck depressive Inventory scale respectively. Biofeedback assisted progressive muscle relaxation was administered to the experimental group for 30 minutes once a day for 10 days and routine treatment for control group. Post test was done for experimental and control group using same above mentioned scales. The gathered data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The independent t value of anxiety was 9.324 and depressive symptoms value was 8.42which was significant at P<0.05 level respectively. The study findings revealed that biofeedback assisted progressive muscle relaxation were beneficial ad there was a significant reduction in anxiety and depressive symptoms among alcoholics in experimental group.
Enhancing Pre-Service Teachers’ Understanding of Science Teaching through STEM Activities Integrated Inquiry Learning with Thai Context
Authors: Chaisri Khureerung Adchara , Thao-Do Thi Phuong
Published: August 2022

The objectives of this research were: 1) To develop and examine a learning model using STEM activities for pre-service science teachers, and 2) To study the condition and develop a learning model using STEM activities in science teaching integrated with Thai local context using schools and communities as bases. The target group of the research was 81 pre-service science teachers from 240 1st-4th years, obtained by purposive sampling, they are volunteer ones, who are interested in improving their teaching. The tools used in the research were lesson plans, questionnaires, field notes, and journal writing. The lesson plans included three STEM activities integrated into local settings that could be applied in science classrooms. The results were as follows: 1) The developed STEM learning model can be used as a guideline for teaching and learning with promising results; 2) The target group of pre-service science teachers had a significant improvement in their level of understanding of the science learning process in STEM activities. In the beginning, they received an average score of 17.28 on a scale of 50 and a standard deviation (SD) of 3.13 on STEM Learning Management Understanding Link-local context using schools and the community is the base, which could be interpreted as a low level. After teaching using these developed STEM activities, their average score was raised to 41.93 with the SD being 3.71, which could be interpreted as a high level. It could be concluded that the learning approach from this research is one approach that can improve teaching and learning management for pre-service science teachers.
The Effects of 5E Inquiring-Based Learning Management on Grade 7 Students’ Science Learning Achievement
Authors: Yonyubon Sumittra , Khamsong Jatuporn , Worapun Wittaya
Published: August 2022

The 5E teaching model is presented as an inquiring-based instructional method that benefits learners by letting them construct their knowledge of the class concepts from what they have learned or experienced. The sole purpose of the studies was to compare grade 7 students’ learning achievement of science before and after learning in the learning management plan designed using the 5E inquiry-based learning. The study was conducted in a quasi-experimental design. The participants were 20 grade 7 students in Thailand. They were selected by a purposive random sampling method. The instruments included a 5E inquiring-based learning management plan and a pre-post learning achievement test. The data were analyzed by percentage, mean score, and standard deviation while the study hypothesis was tested using a paired-samples t-test. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of the 5E inquiry-based learning management plan benefits students’ knowledge of heat in a science class. The study provides pedagogical implications as it illustrated how a learning management plan designed in the 5E inquiry-based teaching model affected a science class. It also contributes to the research in the area as it extended the benefits of the teaching model in teaching concepts of science.
Improving Mathematical Problem-Solving Abilities by Virtual 5E Instructional Organization
Authors: Yonwilad Wannatida , Nuangchalerm Prasart , Ruangtip Parinya , Sangsrikaew Panadda
Published: August 2022

The purpose of this action research was to improve mathematical problem-solving abilities using the virtual 5E instructional organization for undergraduate math students who required to pass the criteria of 70% of the full score. This study involved thirty undergraduate math students from one university who were enrolled in mathematical problem-solving courses for mathematics teachers during the first semester of academic year 2021. They were randomly chosen using cluster random sampling. There are three types of tools utilized in this research: 1) a plan for mathematical problem-solving abilities, 2) an assessment of problem-solving abilities in mathematics, and 3) a student behavior observation form. The statistics used in the data analysis are descriptive for calculating mean, standard deviation, and percentage. The finding showed that mathematical problem-solving abilities had been achieved. Undergraduate students in mathematics had average scores of 35.00, 46.07, and 50.19 after completing learning activities in the first, second, and third cycle, indicating 58.33%, 76.78%, and 83.65%, respectively. In the second and third cycle, all students achieved 70% of the entire score. The findings shows that experienced undergraduate students can solve mathematical problems as a proportion of the overall score when using the virtual 5E instructional organization.
Exploring the Perceptions of Malaysian Employers Towards Hiring Ex-Offenders.
Authors: Nee Wong Yuen , Kartar Singh Jugindar Singh , Kularajasingam Janitha
Published: August 2022

There is much support for hiring ex-offenders, but employers are unwilling to hire ex-offenders due to several reasons. In Malaysia, there is a paucity of research exploring employers' perceptions toward hiring ex-offenders. This qualitative study aimed to collect in-depth data from employers on their perception of hiring ex-offenders in Malaysia. In addition, the employers also stated their views on how support can be provided to the ex-offenders. This study was based on interpretivism philosophy, and an inductive approach was considered more appropriate. In this qualitative study, data in words and voice was collected from eight employers by using semi-structured interviews. A thematic analysis was carried out to identify the themes that emerged from the collected data. The first question explored employers' perception of hiring ex-offenders, and the themes that emerged encompass rationale, perceived risk, the severity of crime, skills and knowledge and personal characteristics. The themes showed that hiring decisions are conditional. On the second question concerning the support, the three themes that emerged include fair treatment, mental support, and financial support. The study results provide an understanding to employers and HR managers on the perceptions of hiring ex-offenders into the workplace and providing support.
Comparative Effectiveness of Sacroiliac Belt versus Lumbar Orthosis Utilization on Nonspecific Low Back Pain: a Crossover Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Lee David J. , Ahmed Shaan A. , Tang Oliver Y. , Yang Daniel S. , Alsoof Daniel , McDonald Christopher L. , Eltorai Adam E.M. , Daniels Alan H.
Published: August 2022

Background

Back braces are commonly utilized in the management of low back pain (LBP).

Objective

The aim of this study is to evaluate (1) user satisfaction with a sacroiliac belt versus a lumbar orthosis and (2) the effect of a sacroiliac belt versus a lumbar orthosis on pain, functional disability status, and analgesic use for subjects with subacute or chronic non-specific LBP.

Methods

This is a prospective randomized crossover study. For the two-week study period, control group subjects wore the Horizon 627 Lumbar Brace (“lumbar orthosis”) during the first week and the Serola Sacroiliac Belt (“sacroiliac belt”) during the second week; experimental group subjects wore the sacroiliac belt during the first week and the lumbar orthosis during the second week. User satisfaction (Quebec User Evaluation of Satisfaction with Assistive Technology 2.0 [QUEST 2.0] score), functional disability status (Oswestry Disability Index [ODI]), pain, and analgesic use were recorded.

Results

Overall, the sacroiliac belt demonstrated significantly higher user satisfaction than the Horizon brace (QUEST Score = 20.31 vs. 16.17, p = 0.0375) for the entire study period. Significant negative correlations were identified between user satisfaction and functional disability (t = -4.71, p < 0.0001), pain magnitude (t = -6.81, p < 0.0001) as well as pain frequency (t = -6.66, p < 0.0001).

Conclusion

In this prospective randomized crossover study, subject satisfaction was associated with improvements in functional disability, pain magnitude and pain frequency. The sacroiliac belt demonstrated significantly higher user satisfaction and similar effectiveness compared to the lumbar orthosis.
Stem cells: a comprehensive review of origins and emerging clinical roles in medical practice
Authors: Poliwoda Salomon , Noor Nazir , Downs Evan , Schaaf Amanda , Cantwell Abigail , Ganti Latha , Kaye Alan D. , Mosel Luke I. , Carroll Caroline B. , Viswanath Omar , Urits Ivan
Published: August 2022

Stem cells are types of cells that have unique ability to self-renew and to differentiate into more than one cell lineage. They are considered building blocks of tissues and organs. Over recent decades, they have been studied and utilized for repair and regenerative medicine. One way to classify these cells is based on their differentiation capacity. Totipotent stem cells can give rise to any cell of an embryo but also to extra-embryonic tissue as well. Pluripotent stem cells are limited to any of the three embryonic germ layers; however, they cannot differentiate into extra-embryonic tissue. Multipotent stem cells can only differentiate into one germ line tissue. Oligopotent and unipotent stem cells are seen in adult organ tissues that have committed to a cell lineage. Another way to differentiate these cells is based on their origins. Stem cells can be extracted from different sources, including bone marrow, amniotic cells, adipose tissue, umbilical cord, and placental tissue. Stem cells began their role in modern regenerative medicine in the 1950’s with the first bone marrow transplantation occurring in 1956. Stem cell therapies are at present indicated for a range of clinical conditions beyond traditional origins to treat genetic blood diseases and have seen substantial success. In this regard, emerging use for stem cells is their potential to treat pain states and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. Stem cells offer hope in neurodegeneration to replace neurons damaged during certain disease states. This review compares stem cells arising from these different sources of origin and include clinical roles for stem cells in modern medical practice.
An Updated Review of Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome
Authors: Fortier Luc M , Popovsky Daniel , Durci Maggie M , Norwood Haley , Sherman William F , Kaye Alan D
Published: August 2022

Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a chronic hip condition caused by femoral head and acetabular malformations resulting in abnormal contact across the joint. FAI often leads to labral, cartilaginous, and tissue damage that predispose this patient population to early osteoarthritis (OA). There are a variety of factors that increase the risk for FAI including younger age, Caucasian background, familial FAIS morphology, and competing in high-intensity sports during adolescence. Slow-onset, persistent groin pain is the most frequent initial presenting symptom. On physical examination, patients will typically have a positive FADIR test (flexion, adduction, internal rotation), also known as a positive impingement sign. FAI syndrome can be organized into three classifications; cam, pincer, or mixed. This classification refers to the characteristic morphological changes of the bony structures. The primary imaging modality for diagnosing FAI is a plain radiograph of the pelvis, which can be used to measure the alpha angle and the lateral center edge angle used to quantify severity. Conservative treatment is typically considered first-line treatment for mild to moderate FAI syndrome; however, the outcomes following postoperative surgical intervention have demonstrated excellent results. The most common surgical treatment option for FAI is done arthroscopically.
Fear of COVID-19 and its Differential Effect on Attitudes and Intentions towards Online and Face-to-Face Counseling
Authors: Shin Jae Hun , Ku Xyle
Published: August 2022

The present study examines the impact of fear of COVID-19 on attitudes and intentions towards online and face-to-face counseling. A total of 526 adults participated in this study. The path analysis results indicated that attitude towards online and face-to-face counseling differentially mediated the relationship between COVID-19 fear and both counseling intentions, even when controlling for other covariates. Specifically, fear of COVID-19 predicted positive attitudes towards online counseling (value of counseling), which in turn, predicted online counseling intention. On the other hand, COVID-19 fear affected negative attitudes towards face-to-face counseling (discomfort with counseling), resulting in a decrease in face-to-face counseling intention.
The Effect of Work Motivation, Competence, and Organizational Culture on Employee Performance
Authors: Mariana Lina
Published: August 2022

The aims of this study were to: 1) determine and analyze the effect of motivation on employee performance at the Majene Regency Personnel and Human Resources Empowerment Agency, 2) Determine and analyze the influence of competence on employee performance at the Majene Regency Personnel and Human Resources Empowerment Agency, and 3 ) Knowing and analyzing the influence of organizational culture on employee performance at the Agency for Personnel and Human Resources Empowerment Majene Regency. The data used are primary data and secondary data. The population in this study consisted of all Civil Servants (PNS) at the Majene Regency Personnel and Human Resources Empowerment Agency, amounting to 42 people. By looking at the number of populations that are not too large, this study uses the census method, namely the entire population as respondents. Data was collected through observation, questionnaires, and documentation. The data analysis method used descriptive statistical analysis, and multiple linear regression using the SPSS program. The results showed that the variables of motivation, competence, and organizational culture had a positive and significant effect on employee performance at the Majene Regency Personnel and HR Empowerment Agency. Of the three independent variables used in determining the level of employee performance, it turns out that the motivational variable has a dominant influence in improving employee performance at the Majene Regency Personnel and Human Resources Empowerment Agency.
Enzymatic response of Lemna gibba plants inoculated with endophyte bacteria
Authors: Luis Eduardo Gutiérrez-Andres  , Jorge Adrián Paz-Delgado  , Angélica Rodríguez-Dorantes
Published: August 2022

Duckweeds a kind of aquatic plants classified as macrophytes, have been considered as nutrient pumps. Studies of endophyte associates focused to their functional analysis contributing to the knowledge of plant microbe interactions. This work analyzed the effect on selected phenoloxidases as a response of Lemna gibba plants inoculated with endophyte bacteria associated to their activity of growth promotion. Five isolated endophyte bacteria belonging to Bacillus genera and named: Bacillus sp. strain Fb1, Bacillus sp. strain Fb2, Bacillus sp. strain Fb3, Bacillus sp. strain Fb4 and Bacillus sp. strain Fb5 were employed as inoculants. According to the fresh weight of Lemna gibba fronds, the results obtained showing a suitable promoting activity by the endophyte bacteria tested; even the growth of fronds based on protein content was less, it showed growth promotion between 30 to 60% of the effect compared to control plants. In this work, Lemna gibba plants inoculated with five endophyte bacteria, showed that these Bacillus strains not only acting as biostimulants they also induced the activity of both enzymes tested (guaiacol peroxidases and hemeperoxidases), recommending this plant species to evaluate the toxicity effect of contaminants and xenobiotics.
The Rise of the Nostalgic Spy Thriller: Globalizing the Neo-Cold War Narrative of Totalitarian State Socialism in the TV Series Deutschland (2015–2020)
Authors: Sadowski-Smith Claudia
Published: August 2022

This article examines the portrayal of German Democratic Republic (GDR) socialism in the TV series Deutschland, the first foreign-language show to premiere on a U.S. network. Paving the way for the globalization of Germany’s TV industry, the series exemplifies the rise of the nostalgic spy thriller. It employs the aesthetic and ideological codes of a genre rooted in the 1960s to evoke the time period and ideological certainties of the Cold War from a contemporary perspective. Deutschland focuses on the Stasi’s division of counterintelligence to portray the GDR as a totalitarian regime, run by corrupt elites, which subjugated its population and supported terrorism and illegal arms trading. The series employs the conventions of “historical event TV” and re-created historical settings to claim veracity and authenticity for plotlines that invoke sensationalized coverage of Cold War conflicts and distorted allegations against the GDR. Deutschland dismisses GDR efforts to create and globalize an alternative system, based on principles of anti-imperialist solidarity with the global South, and caricatures postsocialist nostalgia as an elite sentiment for the re-creation of totalitarianism. The series contributes to neo-Cold War imageries that evoke a past of Western superiority over European state socialism, which has little to offer to a future post-neoliberal world.
Irreversible electroporation for stage III locally advanced pancreatic cancer: Single-center experience
Authors: John Spiliotis  , Theodoros Metaxas  , Dimitrios Farmakis  , Dimitrios Karachalios  , Mairi Gianniri  , Alexandros Tefas  , Pinelopi Stefanopoulou  , Georgios Dadoudis
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Irreversible Electroporation (IRE) is a non-thermal ablation technique with promising results for treating locally advanced pancreatic cancer (LAPC). This study was conducted to evaluate safety and efficacy of IRE in the management of LAPC. Methods: This was e retrospective single center study of ten patients with radiographic and biopsy proven stage III pancreatic head or body cancer that received open IRE with intraoperative ultrasound imaging. Perioperative complications at 90 days, tumor volume measurements, local recurrence and survival were recorded. Results: 20 patients, with a median age of 62, underwent IRE for locally advanced pancreatic head cancer (n=11) and body cancer (n=9). All patients were treated successfully with an open IRE approach. Nine patients experiences grade II (Clavien-Dindo) procedure related complications. There were no grade 3 to 5 complications. Median follow up was 30 monts. Tumor volume decrease at 6 months imaging follow up was found in 70% of patients (n=14). Local disease progression was observed in two patients, and there was evidence of metastatic disease in 7 patients. 8 patients died with a mean of 15, 2 months and 12 patients are still alive with a mean of 17,3 months. Median overall survival was 16,5 months. Conclusion: Our initial experience with IRE showed encouraging results regarding safety, feasibility and efficacy in patients with locally advanced pancreatic head or body cancer. Further investigation is needed.
Problems and Strategies in Comics Translation
Authors: Larasati Shinta Dwikanti , Rasikawati Ira
Published: August 2022

Comics are illustrated stories that have been an alternative entertainment for many people of all ages. They can be fictional stories such as myths, legends, fairy tales, science fiction, and folklore. There are two types of comics: printed comics and digital comics. Many comics are translated from the source language to the target language. The translation process should ensure that the target text language is parallel with the source text language. Occasionally there are inaccurate translations, and the original message that the author wants to convey to the reader cannot be delivered. Due to the multimodality of comics, their translation often involves more complex processes compared to that of other text types. This literature review aimed to identify what problems exist in comics translation and what solutions had been suggested to overcome the problems. The primary goals were to synthesize the existing literature describing patterns of problems and strategies in translating comics. The data was collected from thirty research reports on the translation of comics in which the source language was either English or Indonesian. The review found five categories of problems with the two most frequent strategies suggested to overcome the problems.
Translation Strategy and Terms of Acceptability in a Dungeons and Dragons Translation
Authors: Hasibuan Hendry Ignatius , Mursita Putri Siegfrieda A.S.
Published: August 2022

Gaming has become increasingly popular in the past few years, with many games originating in foreign countries bringing unfamiliar terms within them. With their global releases, a game would usually come with localized terms which are sometimes inaccurate and leave the players scratching their heads in confusion. This study examines the acceptability of translation containing fantasy and gaming terms in the translation of "Dungeons and Dragons" and identifies the difficulties which arose from the interpretation of the unfamiliar terms. The study used two theoretical frameworks to answer the research questions; the first one was Cortales’ (2012) translation strategies, and the second was Nababan et al. (2012) acceptability assessment. The strategy employed aimed to observe the subject from several angles. The local translation from the narrator (Dungeon Master) was examined alongside the interpretation and their acceptability. The data was collected in three steps. The first one was recording and observing a session of gameplay of Dungeons and Dragons. The second step was to interview the player discussing their translation strategy as well as the results of their translation. The last step was to hand out a translation acceptability questionnaire to the players which they then filled out. The data collected was analyzed based on the theories and concluded to synthesize the overall research process.
Chemistry and pharmacological aspects of Aridanin, a lead compound from Tetrapleura tetraptera (Fabaceae)
Authors: Sikam Klev Gaïtan , Kien Ntabo Virginia , Happi Gervais Mouthe , Zemo Meikeu Livine , Wansi Jean Duplex
Published: August 2022

Aridanin, a triterpenoid N-acetylglycoside has been obtained from chemical investigations of the root of Tetrapleura tetraptera, a well-known seasoning spice from Cameroonian food. The structure of the compound has been established using its NMR data and by comparison of that data with the one reported in the literature. Further evidence has been compiled from literature and discussed on the occurrence, the extraction, isolation and analytical techniques as well as the reported biological activities of aridanin. Based on its potency and its high yield in Tetrapleura tetraptera fruits, the compound can be considered as lead compound in the development of medicine for the control of schistosomiasis and bacterial infections caused by the bacterial strainsE. coli, E. smartii and E. aeroginese. this paper sheds light on the compound aridanin which deserves more attention in the development of a new potent drug or on the formulation of Tetrapleura tetraptera for effective use by the local population.
Variation of Morphometric Parameters of Passiflora edulis L. Species Leaves, First Introduced to Absheron
Authors: Badalova Vusala
Published: August 2022

During plant development, leaves undergo various ontogenetic changes, including differences in size, shape, and geometric dimensions. An in-depth study of morphological traits showed differences in species and populations according to adaptive traits. The P. edulis species of the Passiflora genus undergoes heteroblastic-significant changes as it grows and develops, showing a morphological distinction between young and mature vegetative phases. Morphological polymorphism of the leaves of Passiflora edulis L., one of the most promising species introduced to Azerbaijan and grown under ex situ and in situ conditions, was studied and analyzed mathematically. The leaf area was 145.9 cm2 under ex situ conditions and amounted to 115.5 cm2 under in situ conditions; The perimeter of the leaf under ex situ conditions was 378.49 cm, while in plants grown under in situ conditions this parameter was 366.5 cm. The morphological characteristics of the leaves were found to be higher in the samples grown under ex situ conditions compared to the in situ conditions. However, in addition to the leaf perimeter, diversity observed in other morphological traits and the coefficient of variation were higher in plants developed under in situ conditions compared to those grown ex situ. This is attributed to the greater stability of abiotic factors under ex situ conditions compared to in situ conditions. The high variance indicates the high adaptability of the P. edulis species.
Sıcaklık Faktörünün Bitkiler Üzerindeki Etkileri ve Yüksek Sıcaklık Stresi
Authors: Başaran Fulya , Aytaş Akçin Zakire Tülay
Published: August 2022

Bitki ekosistemi içerisinde bitkilerin çimlenme, gelişme ve dağılımında etkili olan faktörler mevcuttur. Bu faktörlerin bitkinin istediği optimum koşullarda gerçekleşmesi durumunda, sağlıklı bir büyüme gerçekleşir. Bu faktörlerin en önemlilerinden birisi de sıcaklıktır. Bu kaynak ihtiyacını karşılamada yaşanacak aksaklık, bitkilerde olumsuz etkilere neden olmaktadır. Küresel iklim değişikliğine bağlı olarak artan sıcaklık faktörünün bitkiler üzerindeki etkilerinin bilinmesi ve bitkinin buna karşı oluşturduğu cevap mekanizmalarının iyi anlaşılması oldukça önemlidir. Bununla birlikte artan sıcaklık stresinin bitkilerde morfolojik, fizyolojik ve verimsel açıdan meydana getirdiği etkileri anlamak ve bitkilerin buna karşı verdikleri tepkileri öğrenmek, sıcaklığa toleranslı genotiplerin geliştirilmesine yönelik adımları atmada önem arz etmektedir. Bu derlemede, sıcaklığın bitkiler üzerindeki etkileri ve yüksek sıcaklık stresine karşı verdiği cevaplar tartışılmıştır.
A infobetização dos profissionais da educação para o uso das tecnologias assistivas em sala de aula: uma abordagem formativa
Authors: Rodrigues de Souza Fausto Ilma , Rodrigues Marlene , Mariani Braz Ruth Maria
Published: August 2022

O objetivo desta pesquisa é desenvolver um processo de Infobetização para profissionais da educação voltados para o uso de Tecnologias Assistivas, por meio de um curso de formação continuada em serviço para professores e profissionais da educação que trabalham com pessoas com deficiência. Trata-se de uma pesquisa intervencionista, com abordagem qualitativo-quantitativa, do tipo pesquisa-ação. Para realizar a pesquisa-ação, foi criado o projeto político do curso de formação em serviço em Tecnologia Assistiva com ênfase em Educação Especial numa Perspectiva Inclusiva. Todos os objetos de aprendizagem estão vinculados à unidade, que chamamos de caixa surpresa. Entende-se que a aplicação das Tecnologias Assistivas por profissionais da educação em sala de aula nas propostas pedagógicas, potencializou os processos de ensino e aprendizagem do público-alvo de alunos da Educação Especial. Conclui-se que o curso atendeu às expectativas e gerou impactos relevantes para a comunidade acadêmica, com a construção do ambiente virtual de aprendizagem inclusivo.
Atividades Lúdicas para proporcionar aprendizagem significativa no ensino de ciências
Authors: Zanella da Conceição Bonaparte Ketllin , Iani Bonaparte Danilo , Carla Fagotti Pagliarini Ariadne Carla Fagotti , De Oliveira Monsores Carla de Oliveira Monsores , Ghilardi Cancian Queli , Malacarne Vilmar
Published: August 2022

O fato de o ensino tradicional receber críticas de alguns pesquisadores, têm estimulado a busca por metodologias diferenciadas para o processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Uma das alternativas propostas é a utilização de recursos lúdicos para a obtenção da formação de uma aprendizagem significativa. Em contribuição com esta perspectiva está a Teoria da Aprendizagem Significativa de David Ausubel que incentiva o desenvolvimento de uma aprendizagem dinâmica, proporcionando associações de conteúdos. Neste contexto, o objetivo deste trabalho foi verificar se atividades lúdicas podem contribuir para uma aprendizagem significativa no ensino de Ciências. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa, exploratória, de revisão bibliográfica e observação das metodologias diferenciadas no campo do estágio. As observações feitas no campo de estágio, bem com a pesquisa realizada, permitiram o aprendizado sobre como as atividades lúdicas possibilitam o professor ser mediador de um processo de ensino-aprendizagem mais eficiente, onde esses conseguem impulsionar os educandos a desenvolver pensamento crítico acerca de determinado assunto. As considerações deste trabalho demonstram que no futuro há a possibilidade de uma reestruturação nos métodos de ensino-aprendizagem.
Violência contra as mulheres: o quê elas dizem
Authors: Oliveira Bruna Beatriz de , Messias Clara Martin , Campos Enzo Rosseto Santos , Andrade Mayara Bordin de , Alves Lílian Dias dos Santos , Peres Cássia Regina Fernandes Biffe
Published: August 2022

Violência contra a mulher é um dos principais problemas de saúde pública. O objetivo foi analisar a percepção das mulheres sobre a violência contra elas. Pesquisa qualitativa, realizada em Estratégia Saúde da Família de um município do interior paulista. Selecionou-se aleatoriamente 14 mulheres maiores de 18 anos. A coleta de dados ocorreu por entrevista semiestruturada. A análise se deu pela Análise de Conteúdo, modalidade temática. As mulheres tinham entre 24 a 55 ano; 35,7% com ensino médio completo; 42,8% sem profissão; 36% casadas, 36% solteiras, 21% em união estável e 7% divorciadas; 50% com 2 ou mais filhos, 28,5% com um e 21,5% não os tinham. A partir da análise emergiram quatro temas: A compreensão das mulheres sobre violência contra elas; Aspectos associados à vivência de violência; Sentimentos e repercussões na vida das mulheres que sofrem violência e Aproximação com o amparo legal. Observou-se o entendimento dos tipos de violência, desecandeada pelo consumo de álcool e influência de vivências intrafamiliares na infância. Revelaram-se sentimentos e agravos físicos e emocionais, e descrença na justiça. Depreende-se a necessidade de políticas públicas para o enfrentamento da violência contra a mulher.
Políticas educacionais no retorno das atividades presenciais na pandemia: o caso do Programa de Recomposição de Aprendizagens
Authors: Duarte Rodrigo Gonçalves , Duarte Leonardo Felipe Gonçalves , Silva Dirceu Santos
Published: August 2022

O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar o Programa de Recomposição de Aprendizagens (PRA), uma política educacional do estado do Mato Grosso do Sul (MS), implementada em 2022, após o retorno das atividades presenciais, com o objetivo de recompor as aprendizagens essenciais e reduzir as desigualdades escolares. Trata-se de uma pesquisa exploratória, bibliográfica e documental, com abordagem qualitativa. Contou com a fundamentação teórica de Secchi (2017) Farah (2021) e Mainardes (2006; 2018), além de se estender para outros autores. A análise documental foi baseada na resolução n. 4.026, de 2 de maio de 2022, que cria e implementa o PRA-MS. A pesquisa bibliográfica apontou que a pandemia acentuou as desigualdades no sistema educacionais e reduziu os níveis de aprendizagem e rendimento escolar. Por sua vez, o PRA-MS como política estadual busca a recomposição de aprendizagens e redução das desigualdades educacionais provocadas pelo período de trabalho remoto, por meio de uma reorganização da escola, com previsão de processos formativos. Além disso, o programa busca atender todos os estudantes e requer uma mudança no Projeto Político Pedagógico da escola, bem como uma inserção unidade curricular no itinerário formativo Intervenção Comunitária, no novo Ensino Médio. Este estudo buscou contribuir de forma efetiva para a compreensão do desenho do PRA-MS, sendo necessários estudos qualitativos para a verificação da percepção dos agentes que planejam, executam e acessam o programa.
Evaluation of role of piezo-surgical in mandibular impacted third molar removal
Authors: Kumar G. Jeevan , Jadhav Sachin Kumar , Somayaji Haridas , Gahlawat Monika , Sharma Poorwa , Chauhan Neha
Published: August 2022

Aim: The purpose of the present research was to assess the role of piezo-surgical and its effectiveness against conventional techniques for removal of impacted mandibular third molar. Methodology: Study included 16 patients (8 male and 8 female) age 17 to 32 years treated in the period from 2019 to 2021. All patients had both mandibular molars impacted. One third molar was extracted using classical technique while the other one using a piezo device. Preoperative preparation was the same for all patients and included radiological analysis and verification of teeth by ortopan tomography (OPG) and CT. Patients were assessed one, seven and 14 days after the procedure. Results: After the extraction, all patients were followed for postoperative symptoms: pain, swelling and paraesthesia of the inferior alveolar nerve. The results confirmed advantages of piezosurgery in the removal of impacted mandibular third molars. Average duration of the intervention was 18 minutes with standard technique while the duration with piezo technique was 23 minutes. According to the visual-analogue scale (VAS) the average pain in the standard group was 9 whereas in the piezo group it was 6.
Evaluation of biogenic amines, phenolic and antioxidant compounds in “Senatore Cappelli” durum wheat products
Authors: Gobbi Laura , Maddaloni Lucia , Prencipe Sabrina A. , Vinci Giuliana
Published: August 2022

“Senatore Cappelli” durum wheat products have attracted much interest in recent years because of their nutritional and quality characteristics, as they are a source of different bioactive compounds (i.e., polyphenols, serotonin, etc.). This study examines the content of biogenic amines (BAs), ß-phenylethylamine, putrescine, cadaverine, histamine, tyramine, serotonin and spermine, total polyphenols content (TPC) and antioxidant capacity (AC) of different products of the “Senatore Cappelli” durum wheat chain (SCDW): seeds, chaff, flour, and pasta. BAs were detected and quantified by HPLC-RF. While UV-Vis spectrophotometer was applied for the determination of TPC and AC. All BAs investigated were found in the samples analyzed at different concentrations. Particularly, the presence of serotonin (21.71 ± 0.15 - 42.66 ±0 .03 mg/kg), an BA with positive effects on human health, was found in all SCDW products. In addition, a higher concentration in SCDW pasta of histamine (36.37 ± 0.01 mg/kg) and cadaverine (11.43 ± 0.36 mg/kg), which are the main BAs involved in allergic processes, compared to the other SCDW products was found.
Title-Maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality in COVID-19 positive obstetrics patients in a tertiary care centre
Authors: Rawat Sarika , Gupta Shalini , Jain Pooja , Mandloi Roshan
Published: August 2022

Following the Covid-19 Pandemic, certain components of the public health system, such as women's and children's health services, are more likely to experience decreased efficiency. A single-stranded RNA virus is the coronavirus. It can cause respiratory conditions ranging from minor nasal congestion to life-threatening respiratory infections. From June 2020 to September 2021, 70 mothers participated in a retrospective study at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology to assess the impact of COVID-19 on maternal and perinatal outcomes. In our study Only 20% of the patients were older than 30 years old, and 80% of the patients were under 30 years old. Out of 70 patients, 10 had no symptoms, 57.1% had a fever, 52.8% had a cough, 24.3% had trouble breathing, 7.14 percent had a headache, and 14.2 percent had anosmia. 36 patients (51.42%) had pneumonia with pleural effusion, 6 patients (8.57%) had ground glass opacity with consolidation, and 28 patients (40%) had minimal ground glass opacity. The maternal mortality rate was 12.8%, and 29 patients (41.42%) of the mothers required ventilator support or high flow oxygen (>12 l). 18 infants weighed more than 3 kg, 24 were between 2.6 and 3 kg, and 18 were under 2.5 kg.