bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prescribing for insured outpatients at Cam Ranh general hospital in Khanh Hoa province, 2022
Authors: Nguyen Thi Thuy Nga , Tran Ba Hoang
Published: June 2023

Background: Prescribing plays an important role in ensuring the rational use of drugs. The study aimed to describe the current situation of outpatient medical insurance prescribing at Cam Ranh General Hospital, Khanh Hoa in 2022. Methods: It was a cross-sectional descriptive study, combining quantitative and qualitative research. Researching 400 outpatient medical insurance prescriptions in 2022, combined with in-depth interviews with hospital leaders, the head of the Department of Examination, the head of the Pharmacy Department, the health insurance supervisor, and a group discussion with 07 working doctors at the Department of Medical Examination. Results: Research results show that the hospital complied with administrative procedures in drug prescribing at the rate of 100%. Prescriptions without instructions for a follow-up examination, diet, and rest accounted for 27.7%. The rate of outpatient prescriptions with antibiotics accounted for 23.25%; Vitamin tablets accounted for 9.25%. The average number of drugs was 3.09 per prescription. Prescriptions with drug interactions accounted for 3.5%. Prescriptions rejected by health insurance account for 3.5%, including Vinpocetin and Ginkgo biloba. In order to improve safe and rational prescribing, hospitals need to be equipped with software to warn of drug interactions and conditional drug use, in combination with effective monitoring of prescribing.
Knowledge, Attitude and Willingness related to Organ Donation of Undergraduate students of Hue University
Authors: Nguyen Minh Tu , Le Dinh Duong , Pham Minh Tri , Dang Nu Uyen Trinh , Trinh Ngoc Tan , Nguyen Thi Hong Hai , Nguyen Truong Giang , Pham Y Nguyen , Pham Thi Thu Ha , Chau Nguyen Dan , Luong Thi Thu Tham , Phan Van Sang , Ho Thi Linh Dan , Nguyen Van Chanh , Vo Thi My Dung , Nguyen Thi Tan , Tran Dang Xuan Ha , Nguyen Doan Van Phu , Nguyen Thanh Gia , Tran Binh Thang
Published: June 2023

Currently, there is a large gap between the demand and supply source of organ tissues for donation. The present study aims to investigate knowledge, attitude, and willingness to donate organs and its associated factors among students of Hue University. A cross-sectional descriptive study design was performed on 1244 students from April 2020 to October 2020. Direct interviews were used to collect the data based on a structured questionnaire. We found that 41% of students were classified as having good knowledge, and 57.5% had. a positive attitude. The mean score (±SD) of knowledge and attitude were 8.7±2.4 and 5.6±1.9, respectively. Nearly 1 in 4 students (24.6%) accepted in principle the donation of organs after death/brain death, but only 2.1% of students agreed to sign the resisted form for tissue donation, human organs. The multivariate logistics regression analysis indicated that age knowledge and attitude were significantly correlated to participants' willingness to donate organs. The older students, with adequate knowledge, and a positive attitude were more likely to accept donated organs, with an adjusted Odd ratio (ORadj) of 1.67, 1.68, and 8.25, respectively. Therefore, an early education curriculum is necessary for students to enhance their knowledge and attitude regarding donating organs among students
OPTIMASI ALGORITMA NAÏVE BAYES MENGGUNAKAN FORWARD SELECTION UNTUK KLASIFIKASI PENYAKIT GINJAL KRONIS
Authors: Rizal Miftahul , Syahaf Muhamad Zakhy , Priyambodo Satrio Rully , Rhamdani Yudi
Published: June 2023

Penyakit Ginjal Kronis (PGK) ialah disfungsi ginjal liberal dan ireversibel di mana keahlian tubuh untuk men-dukung badan mempertahankan metabolisme dan keseimbangan elektrolit tersendat. Penyakit ginjal kronis akan ber-tambah sebagai gagal ginjal terminal maupun ginjal tingkatan akhir penyakit dimana ginjal tidak sanggup bertugas lagi untuk melindungi materi ke dalam badan, membutuhkan pemulihan langkah- langkah lebih lanjut dari dialisis maupun transplantasi ginjal sebagai pemulihan pengganti ginjal. Penyakit ginjal adalah masalah kesehatan diseliruh dunia, yang memiliki Peningkatan prevalensi gagal ginjal dan prognosis buruk dan biaya yang tinggi. Penyakit ginjal kronis bisa menjadi sulit untuk disembuhkan, penyebab utama termasuk diabetes dan tekanan darah tinggi. Penelitian memperoleh dataset dari UCI machine learning reprository dan terdapat banyak dataset, salah satunya ialah dataset Risk Factor prediction of Chronic Kidney Disease. Studi ini bermaksud untuk mengukur tingkat keakuratan penggo-longan informasi data mining, studi ini menggunakan algoritma C4. 5, K- NN, Naïve bayes, Logistic regression. Dari algoritma keempat akan dibandingkan pengklasifikasian dataset Risk Factor prediction of Chronic Kidney Disease, dataset yang diperoleh dari UCI machine learning reprository. Dari hasil akurasi yang didapat dengan menggunakan Algoritma C4. 5 menghasilkan akurasi 90, 45%, Algoritma K- NN menghasilkan kejituan 91, 50%, Algoritma Naïve Bayes menghasilkan akurasi 92, 92%, Algoritma Logistic Regresion menghasilkan akurasi 80, 09%. sehingga bisa disimpulkan jika algoritma yang paling tidak akurat ialah algoritma Naïve Bayes.
PENGARUH BAURAN PEMASARAN RITEL TERHADAP KEPUASAN PELANGGAN DAN IMPLIKASINYA PADA LOYALITAS PELANGGAN DI GRAND YOGYA KEPATIHAN
Authors: Nurjanah Erni
Published: June 2023

Loyalitas pelanggan adalah faktor utama bagi kesuksesan perusahaan dan proses kepuasan pelanggan merupakan fenomena yang kompleks. Pembelian barang atau jasa meliputi sejumlah faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi setiap keputusan. Kepuasan pelanggan adalah lebih kompleks dan lebih penting bagi pengecer pada saat ini dibanding dengan masa lalu. Seiring meningkatnya globalisasi, pengecer lokal merasakan diri mereka harus dapat bersaing dengan pemain asing besar yang menyasar ceruk pasar. Bauran pemasaran ritel merupakan lensa ‘perantara’, dimana pelanggan kontemporer mempersepsikan nilai pada toko-toko ritel. Penelitian ini mencoba untuk menguji dampak dari dimensi bauran pemasaran ritel (yaitu, lokasi toko, prosedur operasi, barang atau jasa yang ditawarkan, taktik harga, suasana toko, layanan pelanggan, dan metode promosi) pada kepuasan pelanggan dan loyalitas pelanggan di pusat perbelanjaan Grand Yogya Kepatihan Bandung. Data terkumpul melalui survei terhadap 100 pelanggan lama yang memperpanjang kartu keanggotaan. Menggunakan analisis data kuantitatif serta penelitian dikembangkan untuk menunjukkan hubungan dan akibat yang diuji melalui analisis jalur. Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa bauran pemasaran ritel secara bersamaan berpengaruh pada kepuasan pelanggan sebesar 82.307% dimana 17.693% sisanya adalah pengaruh variabel lain yang tidak diamati dalam penelitian ini. Secara terpisah, didapat hanya empat dimensi yang positif berhubungan dengan kepuasan pelanggan. Juga ditemukan efek kepuasan pelanggan terhadap loyalitas pelanggan sebesar 67,13% dan sisanya sebesar 32,87% adalah pengaruh variabel lain yang tidak diamati dalam penelitian ini. Batasan Penelitian: Data dikumpulkan dari satu pusat perbelanjaan; studi lebih lanjut diperlukan untuk mendapatkan kesimpulan yang efektif.
The Popular Preachers and Storytellers (Quṣṣāṣ) – The Earliest Historians, Exegetes, and Legal Specialists in Islam
Authors: Pavlovitch Pavel
Published: June 2023

Popular preachers and storytellers (quṣṣāṣ; sg. qāṣṣ) appeared towards the middle of the first/seventh century and quickly became the earliest informal historians and exegetes in Islam. Before long, the Umayyad caliphs recognized the political impact of their sermons and institutionalized preaching and storytelling (qaṣaṣ) as a state office. Notwithstanding this fact, informal qaṣaṣ did not vanish altogether, sometimes giving voice to pious discontent with the ruling dynasty. In the present study, I demonstrate that during the Marwānid period qaṣaṣ was combined with judgeship and other official positions. A comparison with documentary sources suggests that during the same period the term qāḍī (judge) was not yet used, and it may have been retroactively grafted onto the Umayyad past by early ʿAbbāsid historical literature. Literary sources also imply the existence of regional hierarchies of quṣṣāṣ. During the second/eighth century, qaṣaṣ lost its significance to the professional collection and transmission of traditions (ḥadīth) for the needs of Islamic jurisprudence and exegesis. Ḥadīth transmitters and critics eventually came to dismiss the quṣṣāṣ with contempt and derision.
EXAMINING MACROECONOMIC FACTORS & CAPITAL STRUCTURE CHOICES IN PAKISTAN'S MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY: AN EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS
Authors: Hussain Farhad , Jianfu Sun , Kamran Muhammad
Published: June 2023

A company's financing choice is the influenced by both internal and external factors, with empirical research typically focusing more upon internal factors and less upon macroeconomic variables, mainly in emerging countries. This study aims to examine the macroeconomic factors that affect capital structure decisions in manufacturing industry in Pakistan, using data from the past decade (2012-2022). Study uses many models, including POLS, fixed effect, random effect and Hausman test, to analyze impact of macroeconomic factors on capital structure choices of listed manufacturing firms in Pakistan. Results indicate that GDP growth rate, corporate tax, and interest rate have negative link with financial leverage, but exchange rates, stock market development and public debt have a positive association with financial leverage. Study acmes upright of macroeconomic variables in evolving manufacturing sector in Pakistan, about stock market development, corporate taxes, & exchange rates. This study be useful for shareholders in determining proper investment and financing sources, and for financial leaders in determining the optimal level of capital structure.
ENHANCING PERFORMANCE THROUGH TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT: UNVEILING THE MEDIATING INFLUENCE OF KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Authors: Bhatti Muhammad Arif , Akbar Umar , Jamshaid Muhammad Ahmar
Published: June 2023

In today's dynamic and competitive business environment, the organizations strive to attain superior performance by executing effective management strategies. One such strategy that has gained significant attention is Total Quality Management (TQM). This study aims to delve into the relationship between TQM and organizational performance, with a specific focus on the mediating effects of knowledge transfer. Drawing on comprehensive review of literature and empirical analysis, this research investigates the impact of TQM practices upon organizational performance, considering the crucial role played by knowledge transfer mechanisms. The study employs quantitative research design, collecting data from a manufacturing SME’s operating in Lahore, Pakistan. SEM is used to analyze data and test proposed hypotheses. The findings shed light on the significant positive relationship amid TQM & organizational performance, highlighting vital role of knowledge transfer as a mediating mechanism. The organizations that aim to improve performance should focus not only on implementing TQM practices but on establishing effective knowledge transfer mechanisms.
ASSESSMENT OF INVESTORS' INVESTMENT BEHAVIOUR: MEDIATING EFFECT OF RISK TOLERANCE: A CASE OF PAKISTAN STOCK EXCHANGE
Authors: Patras Waqas , Rasool Akhtar , Idrees Muhammad
Published: June 2023

This study aims to investigate the role of risk tolerance as a mediator in the investment choices of retail investors on Pakistan Stock Exchange. Research addresses criticisms of the descriptive theories in behavioral economics and emphasizes the importance of understanding factors that impact consumers' financial decisions for a more efficient and stable financial system. The study analyzes organizational, personal, and market factors to determine relative significance. Sample for this study consists of individual investors actively trading on Pakistan Stock Exchange. The findings indicate that individual investors' investment behavior is mainly swayed by market factors, personal characteristics, and organizational context. Study findings hold value for various stakeholders, including investors, brokerage companies, managers, and government officials. By utilizing these findings to inform their decision-making processes, these stakeholders can make more informed choices. Thus, understanding the role of risk tolerance and the influence of different factors contributes to development of a stronger and more knowledgeable financial system.
IMPACT OF ORGANIZATIONAL TRUST ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE OF ACADEMICIANS: AN EVIDENCE FROM HEIs’ KP, PAKISTAN
Authors: Ali Ahmad , Ullah Rafid , Nawaz Tufail
Published: June 2023

The organization's performance is typically an amalgamation of a number of characteristics that, when combined together produce organization’s overall performance. Every organization strives to achieve its stated objectives while giving serious concern to its ability to preserve its existence and profitability over the long term. Organizational trust is considered as a crucial factor to enhance employees’ performance and in turn organizational performance. The present study aimed to investigate the association and cause-and-effect relationships of organizational trust with organizational performance among the faculty members in context of HEIs in southern regions of KP, Pakistan. The data was collected from respondents through close-ended questionnaire. 313 faculty members from HEIs were surveyed. Results revealed a significant association & cause-and-effect relationships amid organizational trust and organizational performance. At the end, some valuable recommendations to policymakers of HEIs are offered. Additionally, some suggestions for future researchers are also provided by the researchers on the bases of current study findings.
ROLE OF META-COGNITIVE AWARENESS & PROCRASTINATION IN GENDER AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors: Khan Umar Amin , Iqbal Muhammad , Ahmad Razzaq
Published: June 2023

Few of learners cannot complete their academic tasks not because that they are unintelligent or dull, however because of postponement in completion of academic tasks and it is due to procrastination. This research study focused on exploring meta-cognitive awareness and procrastination and its effect on students’ achievement. Quantitative approach with survey technique was employed. Sample comprised of 700 students studying at undergraduate and postgraduate programs in HEIs, selected by paying multistage sampling. The instruments applied in present analysis were Metacognitive Awareness Inventory organized and standardized by (Schraw & Dennison, 1994) and Aitken Procrastination Inventory (Aitken, 1982) Results showed there exists significant difference in the meta-cognitive awareness and procrastination of students based on gender. It was found that there was a significant influence of meta-cognitive awareness in addition to procrastination on educational achievement of undergraduates & postgraduates in HEIs of Islamabad. So, it was suggested that students of various disciplines should be taught many strategies & procedures.
AN INVESTIGATION ON FACTORS AFFECTING HEALTH CARE EXPENDITURES: THE CASE OF PAKISTAN
Authors: Hayat Muhammad Khizar , Jamshaid Ahmar , Sultana Neelam
Published: June 2023

In order to complete this study on factors affecting health care expenditures, we collected the annual data from 1972 to 2020 in order to assess the factors affecting health care expenses. The time series data frequently have unit root problem, which is present in data utilized in this study. It was scientifically proven by Eigen value test results that there is a causal relationship between health expenditures and the factors affecting those expenses. The Johansen co-integration approach has been used to examine long-term relationship between the variables. The study's conclusion is that access to health care in Pakistan is both a need and a luxury. Health care costs in Pakistan are being significantly impacted by urbanization. The number of doctors and hospital beds per 1000 people has a beneficial impact on health care costs. People under the age of ten and those who are older are more vulnerable and are having a favorable impact on health costs. The results offered the significant information in reaching the conclusion and offering suggestions to the policy makers and future researchers.
Reorganisation in a traumatised relational field: the well-grounded therapist
Authors: Taylor Miriam , Duff Vienna
Published: June 2023

"Abstract: Being in the natural world is widely understood as having a beneficial effect, and experience of place resonates deeply (Jordan and Hinds, 2016). This effect and the potential of nature as an integral element of therapists’ self-care warrant attention and exploration through a Gestalt lens. The authors’ curiosity about this relationship and its application to trauma work led them to experiment with direct and creative contact with the natural world. Here, we set out to do three things: to provide a theoretical context and rationale; to articulate the ways in which Gestalt thinking informs our approach; and to illustrate the transformative potential of this area of work. We make links between the literature and practices of ecopsychology/psychotherapy and Gestalt theory, principles and practice. We incorporate storytelling and conversation to illuminate embodied enquiry, intentionally situating the presence of our ‘selves’ as participant observers and co-authors. We draw reflexively on aspects of practice to illustrate the core thesis and the concept of ‘the well- grounded therapist’ noting that there are implications for therapists’ practices of self-care. Whilst placing a clear emphasis on trauma work in this article, the central argument is about the ethics and value of self-care as a dialogic relationship inclusive of nature, therapist and client, and is applicable to a wide range of therapeutic work and settings. Keywords: contact, dialogue, embodiment, ethic, field, natural world, self-care, regeneration, senses, trauma."
Changing CHAP (Change after Psychotherapy) scales – emergence of a reflexive evaluation methodology for small Gestalt therapy practices
Authors: Tomljenović Biserka
Published: June 2023

"Abstract: This paper presents the process of developing a reflexive evaluation methodology for small private Gestalt psychotherapy practices, based on Rolf Sandell’s CHAP (Change after Psychotherapy) model. Therapy outcomes for four clients were assessed with use of the CHAP model extended to introspection and interview analysis to ensure a connection to Gestalt psychotherapy theoretical foundations of I-Thou relationship, dialogue and phenomenology. The learning process was supported by a third-party reviewer (supervisor). The sample included two clients who finished therapy years prior to assessment, one client who finished therapy months prior to assessment, and one client who had quit therapy unexpectedly years prior to assessment. Given the relatively satisfactory reliability of the tool irrespective of significant study limitations, it can be highly recommended to all Gestalt therapists. To assess outcomes of Gestalt therapy (GT) techniques and approach in general, a higher level of attention should be paid to sampling and raters’ training, regular application of the Gestalt Therapy Fidelity Scale1 and modification of the ‘Basic conflict’ aspect to fit the GT theoretical framework. Ratings and interview analysis of the client who quit therapy after eleven sessions indicate that application of GT techniques may have a strong, long-lasting impact, even in ‘brief interventions’, which calls for further research. Keywords: psychotherapy, outcome, evaluation, reflexive methodology, CHAP, rating."
Hidden figures: a somatic and relational approach to healing OCD
Authors: Klein Stacey
Published: June 2023

"Abstract: This article aims to show that Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder is not a disorder but a creative adjustment and a meaningful coping response to an early traumatic environment. Stemming from her long-term experience practising cognitive behavioral therapy, the author describes how this approach is often ineffective and contraindicated for traumatised individuals and introduces a longer-term somatic and relational approach based in Gestalt therapy. The author shows that the reinstatement of a client’s stalled separation– individuation process is at the heart of healing OCD. The phenomenological unfolding and treatment of Obsessive–Compulsive process in the present moment is illuminated through several case studies, each one demonstrating an aspect of treatment including: the use of Winnicott’s ‘transitional object’ as metaphor to deconstruct fixed figures and expand the contact boundary, the relationship between OCD and preoccupied attachment, and the use of mind–body interventions derived from developmental somatic psychotherapy. The author emphasises that viewing OCD as a process rather than a pathology can help drastically to reduce clients’ shame and reorganise the relational field so healing can occur. Keywords: Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder, creative adjustment, trauma, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relational, preoccupied attachment, separation–individuation, developmental somatic psychotherapy (DSP)."
‘This is an emergency’ – proposals for a collective response to the climate crisis
Authors: Bednarek Steffi
Published: June 2023

"Abstract: Earlier this year the UK Government declared a climate emergency. More and more organisations have followed suit, including local councils, universities and some businesses. What does this mean for the psychotherapy profession and how do we meet the threat that is at the heart of the phenomenal field itself? Can we continue with business as usual or do we need to change the figure in conditions that fundamentally change the ground that we have taken for granted? This article explores the threshold moment that we find ourselves in, gives an overview of the current thinking on eco-anxiety, solastalgia and the trauma responses that are connected with the demise of our ecosystem. It proposes that we find ourselves in a malignant state of normality and suggests that we urgently need to develop ways to re-ensoul the culture that is costing us the Earth. It tentatively explores the conditions that may be needed to develop a psychology of the environment and proposes a practical starting point – namely for the international Gestalt community to declare a climate emergency and to attend to the phenomenal field itself. Keywords: climate emergency, eco-anxiety, solastalgia, trauma field, denial, disavowal, shame, soul rebellion, re-wilding, re-ensouling of culture, a psychology of the environment, the ecological self."
Ingenious intention
Authors: Hughes Gerrie , Poli Piergiulio
Published: June 2023

"Abstract: Beginning with Goodman’s definition of spontaneity and deliberateness, this article revisits Gestalt theories that reflect the tension between individual and environmental influence. As a way of conceptualising the more individually active aspect of this dialectic, the term intention is defined and explored, and differentiated from the phenomenological concept of intentionality. Subsequently, approaches for incorporating both intention and ingenuity into their own work are offered for practitioners to consider. Keywords: person/world, spontaneity/deliberateness, intentionality, intention, experiment, ground."
The Gestalt Action Research and Development Approach: Examining ageing with dignity as an example of integrating research into practice and impacting society
Authors: Scheinberg Sari
Published: June 2023

The author presents the ‘Gestalt Action Research and Development’ model and method she has developed and applied on various ‘levels of system’. She illustrates how she has applied this meta-model and approach in driving the EI WISH programme together with refugee and migrant elders, their families, and other key stakeholders dedicated to well-being, human rights, and ageing in three Swedish cities. In this programme, she explores and assesses what supports and hinders ageing migrants’ well-being and their integration into Swedish society, demonstrating how research becomes ‘action’ leading to transformation. By applying Gestalt concepts together with the Action Research & Development (AR&D) approach, she explores the possibilities of designing more conscious and collaborative ways of working that honour diversity in needs and perspectives. Keywords action research, Gestalt cycle of experience, reflexivity, relationships, well-being, diversity, integration, learning alliances, mobilising stakeholders for collaboration, societal innovation and impact, field theory, cross-sectionality, learning alliances, ageing
The child and the parents in psychotherapy: expanding the Gestalt therapy view
Authors: da Rocha Antony Sheila Maria
Published: June 2023

"Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to approach the relevance of caring for parents during the psychotherapeutic process of the child, since the family system as a whole is stronger than its parts. The family field contributes to the formation of the child’s subjectivity and identity and also to symptoms and pathologies. Disturbances reside in the organism/ environment field. For Gestalt therapy, an emotional problem is not exclusive to the individual, but arises from a field that may contain dysfunctional relationships. Children’s psychological and behavioural disruptions may emanate from unsolved childhood tragedies and dramas in their parents. When ruptures and conflict arise, seeds of psychopathologies are sown. The therapist works to gain access to each one’s pain, to promote the contact of parents with their hurt inner child, to re-establish awareness of each person’s place, role and significance within their family, and to integrate polarities and alienated parts. Key words: Gestalt therapy, family, child, inner child."
Efficacy of pipelle endometrial sampling in diagnosing endometrial pathologies in postmenopausal women with asymptomatic thick endometrium in comparison to fractional curettage
Authors: Sherif Ahmed F. , Awd Amr A.
Published: June 2023

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of pipelle endometrial sampling (PES) in diagnosing endometrial pathologies in patients with asymptomatic thick endometrium compared to fractional curettage (FC). Methods: A prospective, comparative, observational study was conducted, involving 100 postmenopausal women with asymptomatic thickened endometrium. Demographic characteristics, clinical features, and transvaginal ultrasound measurements were recorded. PES was performed as an outpatient procedure, followed by confirmatory FC under general anesthesia. Histopathological examination was conducted for both PES and FC samples. Diagnostic accuracy, pain scores, and association with endometrial hyperplasia and carcinoma were assessed. Results: The mean age of the participants was 56.7±2.8 years, with a mean body mass index of 29.6±3.6 kg/m2. The mean endometrial thickness was 14.3±2.9 mm. PES yielded 73 (73%) adequate samples, while FC yielded 87 (87%) adequate samples. Pain scores were significantly lower for PES compared to FC (3.23±1.23 vs. 6.48±1.54, respectively, p < 0.001). PES demonstrated a sensitivity rate of 81.25% and a specificity rate of 100% for endometrial hyperplasia, and a sensitivity rate of 60% and specificity rate of 100% for endometrial carcinoma. Conclusions: Pipelle endometrial sampling is an effective and well-tolerated method for diagnosing endometrial pathologies in postmenopausal women with asymptomatic thickened endometrium.
Impacto de un Curso Propedéutico de Matemáticas Implementado en la Universidad Pedagógica Nacional Francisco Morazán de Honduras
Authors: Fonseca Aguilar Esther , Castro Ordóñez Levi Astul , Ortiz Donaire Ana Belly
Published: June 2023

Esta investigación tuvo como propósito estudiar el impacto de un curso propedéutico de matemáticas en el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes y en la eficiencia (porcentajes de aprobación, reprobación y abandono) del curso inicial de matemáticas, FFM1301, así como el impacto en el desarrollo de la habilidad numérica y la capacidad para resolver problemas. Se diseñaron dos estudios cuasi experimentales y uno relacional: el primero fue de tipo grupo de estudio y grupo control, el segundo sigue el diseño de pretest y postest y el tercero es una prueba de asociación de variables. Se encontró que el curso propedéutico tiene un impacto favorable en todas las variables estudiadas: el rendimiento académico promedio en FFM1301 del grupo de estudio es estadísticamente igual al del grupo control, los indicadores de eficiencia en FFM1301 fueron más favorables al grupo de estudio, y se observó un incremento estadísticamente significativo en la habilidad numérica y en la capacidad para resolver problemas.
Desempeño y Satisfacción de Egresados de la Universidad Pedagógica Nacional Francisco Morazán, Periodo de 2019 a 2022
Authors: Eguigure Torres Yenny Aminda , Chinchilla Chinchilla Bartolomé
Published: June 2023

La presente investigación se desarrolla a partir de la Ficha de Graduados de programas de grado y postgrado que finalizaron sus estudios en la Universidad Pedagógica Nacional Francisco Morazán (UPNFM), desde octubre de 2019 hasta agosto de 2022. El objetivo del estudio es identificar el desempeño y satisfacción que manifiestan los estudiantes, en proceso de graduación, sobre la formación recibida. Para la recolección de datos se desarrolló un instrumento en línea, que fue completado por 6178 estudiantes. En relación con el desempeño obtenido por los egresados, se encontró que el promedio de graduación es 83.08%. Con respecto al nivel de satisfacción de los egresados con la formación recibida, se identificó: la habilidad de trabajo en equipo (94.2%); aprender cosas nuevas (95.8%); afrontar nuevos retos (95.4%); y la habilidad de autoaprendizaje (95.2%); como los rasgos del perfil con los que están más satisfechos. Con relación al empleo, el 49.2% de los consultados se encuentran laborando y valoran que, en mayor medida, la educación recibida contribuye con su desempeño laboral actual (90.8%).
Adaptación y Escalamiento de Enfoques de Desarrollo Profesional Docente Mediados por Tecnología en Honduras
Authors: Alas Solís Mario , Berríos Palacios Asly Mayté
Published: June 2023

El presente estudio se enmarcó en un trabajo internacional en tres países: Ghana, Uzbekistán y Honduras. El propósito estuvo centrado en estudiar e identificar cómo se pueden utilizar las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación (TIC), en modelos de formación docente a escala para fortalecer la equidad, calidad y eficiencia en los procesos de formación continua. El estudio incluyó 3 fases, una Contextualización basada en revisión documental, una Fase de Campo I con un curso virtual para 30 docentes, y una Fase de Campo II con un curso virtual mejorado con 882 docentes de 5 departamentos del país. El diseño de la investigación recogió información de diferentes categorías de actores: docentes, tutores, directores de centro, directores municipales/distritales y personal de la Dirección General de Desarrollo Profesional (DGDP). Todos ellos participaron de la investigación y respondieron a diversos instrumentos de producción y recolección de datos: métricas de aprendizaje de la plataforma, contenidos del chat del grupo de WhatsApp, encuestas en línea, grupos focales y entrevistas a maestros. El estudio ha permitido identificar aspectos claves para abordar, de manera exitosa, este desafío de implementar medios virtuales en la formación permanente de docentes.
STUDY TO DETERMINE MULTIMODAL THERAPY IMPACT ON ADRENALECTOMY FOR LOCALIZED ADRENOCORTICAL CARCINOMA AND OVERALL SURVIVAL OF PATIENTS
Authors: HUSSAIN K , ALI A , MEMON AH , AHMAD A , AHMED B
Published: June 2023

This study aimed to determine the impact of multimodal therapy on adrenalectomy for localized adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) and the overall survival of patients. The study included 200 patients. A retrospective analysis was conducted on 200 patients diagnosed with localized ACC who underwent adrenalectomy at a medical center. The patients were divided into the multimodal therapy group (n=100) and the adrenalectomy alone group (n=100). Patient characteristics, treatment modalities, pathological findings, and follow-up data were analyzed. The primary outcome measures included recurrence rates, overall survival rates, and treatment-related complications. The 5-year overall survival rate was significantly higher in Group B (68%) compared to Group A (45%) (p < 0.001). Group B also had a higher 5-year disease-free survival rate (54%) compared to Group A (32%) (p = 0.023). The local recurrence rate was lower in Group B (18%) compared to Group A (32%). Treatment-related adverse events occurred slightly more frequently in Group B (22%) than in Group A (15%) but did not significantly impact patient outcomes. Subgroup analyses consistently showed improved overall survival in Group B across different age groups, tumor stages, and histology. Adding multimodal therapy to adrenalectomy for localized ACC significantly improved overall survival, disease-free survival, and reduced local recurrence rates. Multimodal therapy should be considered a potential treatment approach for improving outcomes in ACC patients. Further studies with larger cohorts and prospective designs are needed to confirm these findings and optimize treatment strategies.
PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN PEMAHAMAN KONSEP BANGUN RUANG SISI DATAR MELALUI PMRI DENGAN APLIKASI LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)
Authors: Agusta Erna Sari
Published: June 2023

Kemampuan pemahaman konsep merupakan salah satu keterampilan yang harus dikuasai oleh siswa pada mata pelajaran matematika. Akan tetapi, kemampuan pemahaman konsep siswa MTsN 28 Jakarta masih tergolong rendah. Adanya pemberlakukan PTM Terbatas (PTMP) mengakibatkan belajar hanya menjadi suatu proses memindahkan rumus dan mengunggah tugas. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan suatu inovasi yang dapat membuat pembelajaran menjadi lebih bermakna. PMRI dapat menjadi solusi agar siswa terlibat dalam pembelajaran. Untuk mengatasi keterbatasan waktu, PMRI dapat diterapkan dengan berbantuan aplikasi Learning Management System (LMS). Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui penerapan pendekatan PMRI berbantuan aplikasi LMS dalam meningkatkan kemampuan pemahaman konsep Bangun Ruang Sisi Datar pada siswa kelas VIII-2 MTsN 28 Jakarta. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) yang dilaksanakan dalam tiga siklus. Subjek penelitian yang diamati dalam penelitian berjumlah 6 siswa yang berasal dari kelompok atas, menengah, dan bawah. Analisis data mengacu pada pencapaian indikator pemahaman konsep yang dilihat dari hasil jawaban tes subjek penelitian melalui tiga tahap, yaitu: reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa nilai rata-rata tes meningkat dari 69,97 pada siklus I, 73,06 pada siklus II, dan 78,18 pada siklus III. Siswa yang mencapai KKM juga mengalami peningkatan, pada tes akhir siklus I ada 7 orang (23,33%), pada siklus II meningkat menjadi 16 orang (50%), dan pada siklus III kembali meningkat menjadi 23 orang (76,67%). Peningkatan nilai tes ini juga didukung dengan penambahan skor indikator pemahaman konsep. Dengan demikian, dapat dikatakan bahwa pendekatan PMRI berbantuan aplikasi LMS dapat meningkatkan kemampuan pemahaman konsep matematis siswa.
Een ongemakkelijke waarheid
Authors: Stark Ciska
Published: June 2023

Het project Grond van de Protestantse Theologische Universiteit onderzoekthoe de urgentie van de klimaatproblematiek en de christelijke theologie opelkaar betrokken kunnen worden. We onderzoeken christelijke praktijken ingeloofsgemeenschappen en het handelen van pastores en predikanten tenaanzien van de concrete praktijken van ‘grond’ in relatie tot hun theologie. Ineen deel van het onderzoek richten we ons op de inhoud en werking van preken.Deze homiletische invalshoek is gekozen, omdat preken binnen de protestantsetraditie gelden als dragers van verandering.
Introducción / Introduction
Authors: Guzmán Olmos Ana María , Esquinca Villafuerte Hugo
Published: June 2023

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Edge{s} of the “Anthropocene”
Authors: Biswas Mellamphy Nandita
Published: June 2023

This article examines three distinct onto-political modes: the human-centric onto-politics of ‘centring the human’, post-human onto-politics of ‘de-centring the human’, and a third mode that rejects and argues against these options in favour of jettisoning the human/non-human dyad altogether. Instead of placing humans ‘in or on the loop’ with other species, a third model would place humans ‘out of the loop’ of command. I argue that contrary to claims, the post-human declaration of ‘de-centring the human’ cannot be considered ‘post-anthropocentric’ (implying the abolition of anthropocentrism), though it can be considered ‘anti-anthropocentric’. Only the onto-politics of abolition would truly be post-anthropocentric, because only it would eliminate the human/non-human conceptual dualism upon which the onto-politics of centring and de-centring is based.
From particular problems of understanding extremism and terrorism to the conceptual problems of criminal policy formation. First part
Authors: Голоскоков Л.В.
Published: June 2023

В статье исследованы понятия экстремизма и терроризма в широком философском и в узкоправовом контексте, в результате чего представлена картина сложности феноменов экстремизма и терроризма на концептуальном уровне, проведён междисциплинарный анализ, рассмотрено, как эти понятия работают в разных сферах и какой может быть результат неточного, неполного, неадекватного или чрезмерно узкого понимания этих явлений. С помощью метода перехода от частного к общему использованы два частных понятия и явления (экстремизм и терроризм) и с их помощью рассмотрен один из возможных путей перехода к более общей проблеме – формированию уголовной политики. Феномены экстремизма и терроризма использованы также как отправная точка для перехода в концептуальность. Сравнение частных и общих проблем и явлений позволило увидеть концептуальные проблемы уголовной политики и обозначить научные задачи, решение которых необходимо для её формирования.

The article explores the concepts of extremism and terrorism in a broad philosophical and narrow legal context, as a result of which a picture of the complexity of the phenomena of extremism and terrorism is presented at the conceptual level, an interdisciplinary analysis is carried out, how these concepts work in different areas and what the result of inaccurate, incomplete, inadequate or overly narrow understanding of these phenomena. With the help of the method of transition from the particular to the general, two particular concepts and phenomena (extremism and terrorism) are used, and with their help, one of the possible ways of moving to a more general problem – the formation of criminal policy is considered. The phenomena of extremism and terrorism are also used as a starting point for the transition to conceptuality. Comparison of particular and general problems and phenomena made it possible to see the conceptual problems of criminal policy and identify the scientific tasks that need to be solved for its formation.
On some problems of the participation of a forensic investigator in the investigation of crimes on behalf of the head of the investigative body
Authors: Касьянова Е.В.
Published: June 2023

В статье рассматриваются проблемы законодательной регламентации поручения как основания участия следователя-криминалиста при производстве следственных действий, его форма, содержание, срок и критерии качества исполнения. В заключение автором выносятся предложения по совершенствованию законодательства, регламентирующего процессуальный статус следователя-криминалиста.

The article deals with the problems of legislative regulation of the assignment as the basis for the participation of a forensic investigator in the production of investigative actions, its form, content, term, and quality criteria of execution. In conclusion, the author makes proposals to improve the legislation regulating the procedural status of a forensic investigator.
Using the capabilities of remotely piloted aircraft as one of the most relevant areas of technical and forensic support for the investigation of crimes
Authors: Кононов П.А.
Published: June 2023

Преступления, связанные с нарушением правил безопасности движения автотранспорта, имеют свою специфику, определяющую сложности их расследования и необходимость его качественного технико-криминалистического обеспечения. В числе современных направлений такого обеспечения все чаще упоминается использование современных дистанционно пилотируемых летательных аппаратов (ДПЛА). В статье характеризуются конструктивные особенности таких аппаратов; рассматриваются их возможности для повышения эффективности технико-криминалистического обеспечения расследования автотранспортных происшествий; описывается алгоритм работы беспилотных летательных аппаратов на базе передвижной криминалистической лаборатории. Автор аргументирует позицию о целесообразности широкого распространения опыта оснащения беспилотными летательными аппаратами дежурных следственно-оперативных групп.

Crimes related to violation of traffic safety rules have their own specifics, which determine the complexity of their investigation and the need for its high-quality technical and forensic support. Among the modern areas of such support, the use of modern remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) is increasingly mentioned. The article characterizes the design features of such devices; their possibilities for improving the efficiency of technical and forensic support for the investigation of motor vehicle accidents are considered; the algorithm of operation of unmanned aerial vehicles based on a mobile forensic laboratory is described. The author argues the position on the expediency of wide dissemination of experience in equipping duty investigative teams with unmanned aerial vehicles.
ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF BRAND IMAGE, SERVICE QUALITY AND STORE ATMOSPHERE ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAFE RUANG SARCA MEDAN
Authors: Euodia Grace Maranatha  , Endang Sulistya Rini  , Syafrizal Helmi Situmorang
Published: June 2023

Based on data from the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, in 2021, the creative industry will contribute quite a lot to the GDP of the national economy, up to 6.98 percent, almost 7 percent with a value of no less than Rp. 1.134 trillion (Ghofar, 2022). The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy explained that there are 17 sub-sectors of the creative economy in Indonesia, namely: game developer, architecture, interior design, music, fine arts, product design, fashion, culinary, (animated film and video photography), visual communication design, television and radio, craft, advertising, performing arts, publishing, and applications (Kemenparekraf, 2022), based on 17 (seventeen) sub-sectors of the creative economy in Indonesia, culinary is the largest contributor (30%) from the tourism and creative economy sectors. The culinary industry has a very strong potential for development, so that the culinary industry receives great attention from the government so that this sector can progress by providing facilitation such as business training, access to capital, and business start-up assistance. In addition, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy also participates in promoting this very diverse Indonesian cuisine in domestic and foreign markets (Kemenparekraf, 2022).
LANDSLIDE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION STRATEGY BASED ON COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT (Case Study in Kuta Cot Glie District, Aceh Besar District)
Authors: Nurul Rizki  , Sulastri  , Marty Mawarpury
Published: June 2023

Lamkleng Village, Kuta Cot Glie District, is located in the Selawah valley area of Aceh Besar, which is a landslide-prone area. So far there has been no effort to reduce disaster risk that has been carried out optimally. This study aims to obtain alternative strategies for reducing the risk of landslides based on community empowerment in Lamkleng Village, Kuta Cot Glie District, Aceh Besar. This research uses a qualitative approach (action research). In this study using a qualitative descriptive method, using SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats), and using QSPM (Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix) analysis. The results of this study are the social conditions of the people of Lamkleng Village, Kuta Cot Glie District, Aceh Besar as farmers and traders.
Myelodysplastic syndromes and acute myeloid leukemia: Medical management and dental considerations
Authors: Abed Hassan , Sadek Hesham , Aloufi Abdullah , Bamunif Mohammad , Demyati Abrar , Altuwairgi Deema , Aljohani Khalid
Published: June 2023

The World Health Organization explained myelodysplastic syndromes as clonal hematopoietic disorders characterized by
dysplasia and ineffective hematopoiesis in one or more of the hematopoietic cell lines. Myelodysplastic syndromes have a
high probability of transformation into acute myeloid leukemia. Dental care professionals should have a basic
understanding of myelodysplastic syndromes to help support patients and deliver safe dental treatment.
Designing and Manufacturing a Vacuum Frying System with Intelligent Controlling
Authors: Nguyen Tan Dzung , Chau Thanh Tuan , Do Thuy Khanh Linh
Published: June 2023

Vacuum frying is one of the advanced technologies for food processing to make high-quality fried products by decreasing smoked temperature of oil. In this study, the vacuum frying system was calculated, designed, and manufactured using potato slices as material. The system was successfully manufactured using shortening as the frying oil and the optimal frying conditions were 105ºC, 150 mmHg for 10 minutes. The frying process was automatically controlled and measured by computer-programmed software. The system consists of a heat power (6.33 kW), a cylinder frying tank (400 mm diameter × 750 mm height), a vacuum pump (0.75 kW, a condensing equipment (0.45 kW, 30mm diameter × 440 mm length), and a freezing compressor (1.12 kW). The frying capacity of the system is 24 kg material for 4 hours, consisting of 12 frequencies (20 minutes of frying time for 2 kg material for each). After manufacturing, the system was used for frying potatoes to test and assess the effectiveness and adjust the optimal conditions. The fried potato indicated the required moisture, suitable quality, typical color and taste, and low energy costs. This result can help to master vacuum frying manufacturing technology for domestic engineering.
Influence of Residential Combustion on Total Gaseous Mercury (TGM) Levels: a Preliminary Study at an Urban Megacity in Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Ly Sy Phu , Pham Thi Dieu Huong , To Thi Hien , Tran Anh Ngan , Tran Vu Kiet , Nguyen Thao Nguyen
Published: June 2023

Mercury (Hg) is a global pollutant that has gained monumental attention in recent decades due to its neurotoxicity and great bioaccumulation features. The atmosphere plays a key role in the movement of Hg in the environment, and residential combustion is a significant contributor to atmospheric Hg. However, there is a severe lack of research on the impact of Hg emissions from residential combustion in Southeast Asia (SEA). This study focused to illustrate the contribution of residential combustion on the level of total gaseous mercury (TGM) in a tropical megacity in southern Vietnam by conducting a short field campaign in February 2023. The mean TGM concentration during the study period was 2.27 ± 0.81 ng m-3, in which daytime TGM level (7 am – 7 pm, 2.56 ± 0.80 ng m-3) was significantly higher than at night (7 pm – 7 am, 1.58 ± 0.28 ng m-3), which could be attributed to local burning activities. The TGM concentration was also increased because of the increase in burning activities (i.e. burning joss paper and incense) during the Lantern Festival. Backward trajectory analysis suggested the domination of regional background air mass in the study area, implying that TGM concentration variation is mostly associated with local influences. We estimated that residential combustion caused a rise of around 70% in TGM concentration at the sampling site. Overall, this is the first study to illustrate the importance of Hg emissions from residential combustion in urban SEA region, laying a background for upcoming studies in atmospheric Hg in this region.