bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
AKLI PUSUYA DÜŞÜRMEK VE AVLAMAK: GAZZALİ’NİN GİZLİ BİR YAPILANMA OLAN BÂTINİLERİN PROPAGANDA YÖNTEMLERİNE ELEŞTİRİSİ VE GÜNÜMÜZ AÇISINDAN DEĞERİ
Authors: Özalp Hasan
Published: January 2025

Bu makalede tarihsel olarak gizli bir örgüt ve illegal bir yapılanma olan Bâtınilerin propaganda yöntemleri, amaçları ve Gazzali’nin bunlara yönelik tespit ve eleştirilerini ele aldık ve benzer durumların günümüzde ki etkileri üzerine değerlendirmelerde bulunduk. Konuyu ele alırken İslam filozoflarından Gazzâlî’nin Fedâihu’l Bâtıniyye isimli eserini referans aldık. Bu eserde Gazzâlî, sözde dini bir yapılanma olduklarını iddia etmelerine rağmen siyasi amaçlar güden, gizliden gizliye örgütlenen ve siyasi suikastlarda bulunan Bâtınî veya Haşhaşî hareketinin, propaganda yöntemlerini ve ne tür yöntemler uygulayarak taraftar topladıklarını ortaya koymaya çalışmıştır. Gazzâlî, eserinin üçüncü bölümünde Bâtınîlerin tuzakları, tuzaklarının dereceleri, propagandaları, akıllı olmalarına rağmen insanların bu tuzaklara düşme sebeplerini açıklar. Biz bu çalışmada Gazzâlî'nin bu eserini referans alarak günümüzde faaliyet yürüten gizli ve illegal örgütlerin propaganda süreçlerini, insan avlama tekniklerini ve daha sonra bunları kullanarak nasıl toplumda infial ve tedhiş yarattıklarını ve devletin kolluk güçleriyle çatıştıklarını soruşturmaya ve açıklamaya çalışacağız. Her ne kadar Bâtınîler tarihsel bir yapılanma olsalar da uygulamış oldukları yöntemler insan olmanın gerektirdiği nedenlerden dolayı bugün de birçok örgüt tarafından aynı şekilde sürdürülmektedir. Bu örgütlerin akıllı ve zeki insanları nasıl hedef aldıklarını, bunlar üzerinde nasıl psikolojik veya sosyo-psikolojik bir manipülasyon yaptıklarını bir yapı-söküme tabi tutacağız. Fakat burada ısrarlı bir şekilde dikkat çekmek istediğimiz problem devletin illegal ve gizli örgütlerle mücadele ederken muhalefeti karşısına almaması gerektiğidir. Amacımız devletin muhalefeti değil sistemi hedef alan yapılara karşı nasıl proaktif bir tutum takınması gerektiğini ortaya koymaktır. Ailelerin, eğitim sisteminin, bütün unsurları ile devletin bu tip yapılara karşı uyanık olması ve önlemler alması gerektiğine dikkat çekmek istiyoruz.
Zwischen Innenleben und Außenwirkung des Staates: Verwaltungswissenschaft und Policy-Analyse / Studying the Machine Room of Government and its Societal Impact: Public Administration Research and Policy Analysis
Authors: Bach Tobias
Published: January 2025

Anlässlich der Emeritierung von Marian Döhler widmet sich dieses einleitende Kapitel dem Verhältnis zwischen Verwaltungswissenschaft und Policy-Analyse und beleuchtet die Potenziale ihrer Verknüpfung. Im Rückblick auf Döhlers wissenschaftliche Beiträge werden zentrale Schnittstellen und Spannungsfelder dieser beiden Teildisziplinen aufgezeigt, die für eine integrative Perspektive auf die Funktionsfähigkeit des Staates von besonderer Relevanz sind. Das Kapitel schafft so die Grundlage für die nachfolgenden Beiträge des Sammelbandes, die Döhlers Ansatz zum Teil aufgreifen und das Spannungsfeld von Politik und Verwaltung aus unterschiedlichen theoretischen und empirischen Perspektiven untersuchen.
Selfish Routing on Transportation Networks With Supply and Demand Constraints
Authors: Toso Tommaso , Frasca Paolo , Kibangou Alain Y.
Published: January 2025

Traditional non-atomic selfish routing games present some limitations in properly modeling road traffic. This paper introduces a novel type of non-atomic selfish routing game leveraging concepts from Daganzo’s cell transmission model (CTM). Each network link is characterized by a supply and demand mechanism that enforces capacity constraints based on current density, providing a more accurate representation of real-world traffic phenomena. We characterize the Wardrop equilibria and social optima of this game and identify a previously unrecognized inefficiency in selfish routing: partially transferring Wardrop equilibria, where only part of the exogenous flow traverses the network.
Hubungan Karakteristik dan Motivasi Petani dalam Alih Fungsi Lahan Sawah menjadi Lahan Pertambangan Emas Tanpa Izin
Authors: Susridar
Published: January 2025

Rice fields have a very important meaning in efforts to maintain food security, but with the times, population growth and economic demands, the existence of food fields is starting to be disturbed. One of the serious problems currently related to food land is the increasingly widespread conversion of food land to other uses. The land that is converted is generally agricultural land because the land rent for agricultural land is relatively lower when compared to land rent for non-agricultural use. Agricultural land that has been converted includes paddy fields and dry land, the conversion of rice fields to technically irrigated land is a real threat to the resilience of food self-sufficiency. The causes of land conversion include: population growth and residential development, industrialization, construction of road facilities and economic factors. Based on these causes, this research aims to 1) determine the relationship between the characteristics and motivation of farmers in converting rice fields into gold mining land without permits in Pangkalan Jambu District, Merangin Regency; 2) To determine the relationship between farmers' motivation factors and the decision to convert land into gold mining without a permit in Pangkalan Jambu District, Merangin Regency.
Ilustrasi Sebagai Media Representasi Self-Cherishing Dan Self-Acceptance Dalam Perspektif Visual Studi Fenomenologis
Authors: Surya Lely
Published: January 2025

Ilustrasi sebagai media yang dapat digunakan untuk memahami dan mempraktikkan self-love karena dapat digunakan sebagai menyampaikan pesan secara visual maupun emosional. Dalam penelitian ini mengkaji 2 komponen self-love yaitu self-cherishing dan self-acceptance. Permasalahan yang dihadapi mahasiswa berhubungan dengan tekanan untuk bisa berprestasi, adaptasi dengan lingkungan baru, serta tuntutan untuk membangun identitas diri sering kali menimbulkan stres yang berdampak pada psikologis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi bagaimana ilustrasi dapat menjadi media yang efektif untuk merepresentasikan 2 komponen self-love dari perspektif visual melalui pendekatan fenomenologis. Selain itu juga untuk mengetahui seberapa banyak mahasiswa yang mampu mengapresiasi, menerima, dan menghargai sebagai wujud mencintai dirinya sendiri melalui karya-karya visual, yang mencerminkan esensi emosi dan makna di balik pengalaman visual tersebut.
Hasil penelitian ini yaitu mahasiswa menggambar dirinya sendiri dapat dinyatakan lebih tinggi memahami aspek self-love daripada yang menggambar orang lain. Melalui fenomena yang diamati kesadaran mahasiswa dalam memahami komponen self-love dapat dikatakan baik secara visual melalui hasil ilustrasi. Namun dalam kehidupan sehari-hari tingkatan self-love mahasiswa masih dapat dikatakan cukup hingga cenderung kurang dalam menerima, menghargai, menghormati dan menganggap dirinya sendiri lebih penting daripada orang lain.
A produção de materiais didáticos audiovisuais para o ensino de Geografia: possibilidades e desafios na formação inicial de professores
Authors: Madureira Catiani Paulo do Nascimento , De Freitas Vilas Boas Gomes Marquiana
Published: January 2025

Os audiovisuais são linguagens com importante potencial pedagógico e muito utilizados no cotidiano dos estudantes dentro e fora do contexto escolar. Nesse sentido, buscou-se investigar a importância de explorar suas possibilidades na formação inicial de professores, problematizando o processo que envolve a produção autoral desses recursos didáticos, bem como sua contribuição no ensino de geografia, no contexto da pandemia de COVID- 19. Para tanto, realizou-se pesquisa participante com acadêmicos do curso de licenciatura em Geografia da Universidade Estadual do Centro Oeste (UNICENTRO). Os resultados indicam que a produção de materiais didáticos audiovisuais, contribui significativamente para o desenvolvimento do conhecimento pedagógico do conteúdo, por permitir experiências concretas na prática docente de pesquisa e reflexão, bem como criatividade, autoria e autonomia em sua elaboração.
Türkçe Sözlük’ten Türkçe Sözlük’e Katkılar
Authors: Yeni Emre Berkan
Published: January 2025

Bu çalışmada, Türk Dil Kurumu tarafından hazırlanan Türkçe Sözlük’ün maddelerinin anlam bölümlerindeki sözcüklerin eserde bağımsız birer madde olarak yer alıp almadıkları incelenmiştir. Bulgular arasında tek başına bir madde olarak eserde yer almayıp madde olarak eklenmeye müsait olan söz varlığı tespit edilmeye çalışılmıştır. Eserin 11. ve 12. baskılarının A-H harflerinin arasındaki maddelerin taranması sonrasında madde olmaya müsait durumdaki 52 adet sözcük ve söz öbeği tespit edilmiştir. Bu tespitlerin eserde geçtikleri maddelerin madde başları ve anlam bölümleri verilerek tespit edilen sözcükler veya söz öbekleri anlam bölümleri üzerinde işaretlenmiştir. İşaretlenen söz varlığının niteliği, eserde kaç farklı maddede geçtiği, eserde belirtilmemiş farklı anlamlarının bulunması gibi özelliklerine dair açıklamalar verilmiştir. Özellikle terim olarak kullanılmakta olan sözcüklerin çeşitli bilim ve sanat eserlerinden yapılan alıntılarla tanıklanarak kullanımda oldukları kanıtlanmaya çalışılmıştır. Tespit edilen söz varlığının Türkçe Sözlük’ün 11. baskısındaki anlam bölümünde geçip 12. baskısında geçmediği veya değişikliklerin olduğu yerlerde 11. baskıdaki anlam kaydedilmiş, bu farklılıklar sözcüğün geçtiği maddenin anlam bölümünde * imi ile gösterilmiştir. * imi ile işaretli yerlerin bir kısmında eserin anlam sunuşlarındaki iç tutarlılıklarının sağlanması ile ilgili görüş ve önerilere katkı amacıyla kısaca yer verilmiş, güncel baskıda kayba uğrama tehlikesi olan sözcüklere işaret edilmiştir.
İlkokul ve Ortaokul Öğrencilerinin Üst Bilişsel Farkındalıklarının Çeşitli Değişkenler Açısından İncelenmesi
Authors: Önsay Yaşar Hasan , Yılmaz Dolunay , Alkın-şahin Senar
Published: January 2025

Bu çalışmada ilkokul ve ortaokul öğrencilerinin üst bilişsel farkındalıklarını belirlemek ve üst bilişsel farkındalıklarının “cinsiyet, sınıf düzeyi, anne eğitim düzeyi, baba eğitim düzeyi, anaokuluna/kreşe gitme durumu, kitap okuma sıklığı, oynamayı tercih ettikleri oyun türü ve günlük tutma durumu” değişkenlerine göre anlamlı olarak farklılaşıp farklılaşmadığını incelemek amaçlanmıştır. Tarama modelinde tasarlanan araştırmanın çalışma evrenini 3. 4. ve 5. sınıflarda öğrenim gören 515 ve 6. 7. ve 8. sınıflarda öğrenim gören 413 öğrenci oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada öğrencilerin üst bilişsel farkındalıklarını belirlemek için Karakelle ve Saraç (2007) tarafından Türkçeye uyarlanan “Çocuklar İçin Üst Bilişsel Farkındalık Ölçeği A Formu (3., 4. ve 5. sınıflar için) ve B formu (6., 7 ve 8 sınıflar için)” kullanılmıştır. Araştırma verilerinin analizinde betimsel istatistiklerden yararlanılmış, karşılaştırma analizlerinde Kruskall Wallis H Testi, t testi ve ANOVA testi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmada, anne-baba eğitim düzeyi, sınıf düzeyi, anaokuluna/kreşe gitme, kitap okuma sıklığı ve tercih edilen oyun türü değişkenleri açısından araştırma kapsamındaki bütün öğrencilerin üst bilişsel farkındalıklarının anlamlı olarak farklılaştığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Araştırmadaki kullanılan değişkenlerden cinsiyet ve günlük tutma durumu 3. 4. ve 5. sınıf öğrencilerinde anlamlı farklılık yaratırken 6. 7. ve 8. sınıf öğrencilerinde anlamlı farklılık yaratmamıştır.
Sosyal Medya Kullanımının Tüketicilerin Gerçeklik Algısına Etkisi
Authors: Beydoğan Gizem
Published: January 2025

Sosyal medya, bireylerin ilgi ve ihtiyaçlarını esas alarak varlığını sürdüren sanal bir ortamdır. Bireyler, sanal ortamlarda, gerçekçi ortamlara göre daha farklı davranış değişiklikleri gösterirler. Etkileşime girdikleri gruplarda, grup kararları ile yüz yüze geldikçe davranışlarını değiştirme eğilimine girerler. Çünkü, grup içi etkileşimlerde bireyler, kendilerini baskılanmış hissederler. Grup dinamiğinin yapısı gereği bireyler katıldıkları grupların ilke ve kararlarına uyum göstermek durumunda kalırlar. Bu durum, bireyin özgür iradesi ile düşüncelerini dile getirme ve gerçeğin ortaya çıkmasını sınırlayan bir durumdur. Birey doğası gereği özgür iradesinin gerektirdiği şekilde davranmak, gerçeklere uygun kararlar almak ve etkileşimden doyum sağlamak ister. Ancak bireyler grup dinamiğinin gerektirdiği kurallara uymak ve etkileşimi sürdürmek adına, bazı kararlarından birtakım tavizler vermek zorunda kalırlar. Bu durum ister istemez bireylerin düşünce ve davranışlarına yansır. Bu çalışma sosyal medyayı kullanan tüketicilerin sanal grup etkileşimlerinde karar alma süreçlerinde yaşadığı düşünce ve eğilimlerini belirleyerek mevcut davranışlarını ortaya çıkarmayı amaçlamaktadır. Araştırmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden betimsel analiz yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Veriler sosyal medya kullanan bireyler arasından gönüllüğe dayalı 15 sosyal medya kullanıcısından elde edilmiştir. Araştırmada yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılarak elde edilen verilerin içerik analiz yapılmıştır. Analiz sürecinde kodlama, kategorilere ayırma ve temalara ulaşılmıştır. Elde edilen veriler literatür eşliğinde tartışılarak, bireylerin sanal ortamlarda gerçeklerden kopmadan grup içi etkileşimi sürdürebilmeleri için yapmaları gereken bazı öneriler getirilmiştir.
Okul Yöneticilerinin Okulların Dijital Dönüşümüne İlişkin Farkındalıklarının İncelenmesi
Authors: Batu Damla , Taşdan Murat
Published: January 2025

Bu araştırmanın temel amacı okul yöneticilerinin dijital dönüşüme ilişkin farkındalıklarını ortaya koymaktır. Araştırma nicel yöntemlerden tarama modelinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırmanın örneklemini Kars il merkezi ve ilçelerinde bulunan tüm okul kademelerinde görevli 127’si kadın, 151’i erkek, toplam 278 okul yöneticisi oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada “Dijital Dönüşüm Farkındalık Ölçeği” kullanılmıştır. Araştırmada okul yöneticilerinin cinsiyet değişkenine göre dijital dönüşüm farkındalıklarında “dijital eğilim” ve “dijital merak” boyutlarında okul yöneticilerinin görüşlerinin farklılaştığı, okul yöneticilerinin “dijital fayda” boyutunda okullarındaki öğrenci sayısına göre görüşlerinin farklılaştığı, okul yöneticilerinin hizmet içi eğitim alıp-almama durumlarına göre görüşlerinin “dijital merak” boyutunda farklılaştığı görülmüştür. Okul yöneticilerinin dijital dönüşüme ilişkin farkındalık düzeylerinin diğer boyutlarda ve genel toplamda farklılık göstermediği tespit edilmemiştir. Okul yöneticilerinin “dijital eğilim”, dijital zorluk, dijital merak boyutlarında ve genel toplamda farkındalıklarının yüksek düzeyde olduğu, dijital fayda ve dijital kaygı boyutlarında ise farkındalıklarının orta düzeyde olduğu görülmüştür. Okul yöneticilerinde dijital merak uyandırmak için sık sık hizmet içi eğitimlerin verilmesi, yenilikçi fikirlerin paylaşılabileceği bir ortam oluşturulması, teknoloji kullanımında liderlik yapabilecek vizyon geliştirilmesi ve stratejik bir yaklaşımla dijital dönüşümün yönlendirilmesi gerektiği; okul yöneticilerinin dijital dönüşüm farkındalıklarını nitel yöntemlerle incelemek, farklı katılımcı gruplarıyla çalışmalar yapmak, mevcut araştırmaları derleyerek meta analiz gerçekleştirmek ve yapay zekâ, veri madenciliği gibi konular üzerine yeni araştırmalar yapılması önerilmektedir.
Yapay Zekânın Eğitimde Kullanımı ile İlgili Türkiye'de Yapılan Lisansüstü Tezlerin Bibliyografik Analizi
Authors: Uğur Serap , Usta İlker
Published: January 2025

Nicel araştırma yöntemlerinden betimsel modelde desenlenen bu araştırma, Türkiye'de eğitim alanında yapılan yapay zekâ ile ilgili lisansüstü tezlerin bibliyografik analizini yapmayı amaçlamaktadır. Tezlere, yıl sınırlaması olmadan, Yükseköğretim Kurulu Ulusal Tez Merkezi (YÖK Tez Tarama Sistemi) aracılığıyla; arama sorgusunda “yapay zekâ”, konu başlığı sınırlamasında ise “Eğitim ve Öğretim” alanı belirlenerek ulaşılmıştır. Araştırmada son 25 yılda yazılmış ve YÖK Tez veri tabanından ulaşılabilen 14’ü İngilizce, 71’i Türkçe olan 85 lisansüstü tez bibliyometrik analiz VOSviewer ve Julius AI uygulamaları kullanılarak incelenmiştir. Analiz neticesinde 2023 ve 2024 yıllarında yapay zekâ konulu tez sayısında ciddi bir artış olduğu, yüksek lisans tez sayısının doktoraya göre daha fazla olduğu, Bahçeşehir Üniversitesinin bu alanda en çok tez çalışmasına sahip üniversite olduğu, tezlerin büyük bir kısmının Eğitim Bilimleri Enstitüsünden olduğu, tezlerin en çok BÖTE bölümünde yapıldığı, yapay zekâ kavramının en çok kullanılan anahtar kavram olduğu ve karma yöntem araştırmalarının en çok kullanılan araştırma yöntemi olduğu gibi temel sonuçlara ulaşılmıştır.
Hand hygiene for prevention and control of viral infections: the role of Amuchina Gel Xgerm
Authors: Cermelli Claudio , Blasi Elisabetta , Capezzone de Joannon Alessandra , Roselli Maria Ilaria , Frollano Daniele , Procaccini Michela
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are used in healthcare settings, but their efficacy against both enveloped and non-enveloped viruses requires further investigation.
Methods: In this study, viral suspensions composed by the test virus, an interfering substance, and the test product, were exposed to Amuchina Gel Xgerm (100 g of the product contains 74 g of ethanol 96%; Angelini Pharma S.p.A) at 80% dilution in water, according to the European Standard EN14476:2013+A2:2019 – quantitative suspension test for the evaluation of virucidal activity in the medical area – for chemical disinfectants and antiseptics, in the presence of bovine serum albumin 0.3 g/L. The residual viral titers were measured.
Results: Sixty second exposures to the product determined a ≥4 log10 reduction of virus titer in all cases. For adenovirus type 5, human coxsakievirus, herpesvirus 1 and influenza virus A H1N1, a ≥4 log10 reduction of virus titer was obtained already after 30 s. Amuchina Gel Xgerm demonstrated effectiveness against seven virus families, including both enveloped and non-enveloped viruses.
Conclusion: Amuchina Gel Xgerm is a preventive measure against infection spread in healthcare and community settings, contributing to improved healthcare management.
The Effect of Nasal Septal Deviation and Septoplasty on Dacryocystorhinostomy Progression
Authors: Kim Jae Jun , Lee Ga Hyun
Published: January 2025

Purpose: To investigate the impact of nasal septal deviation and septoplasty on dacryocystorhinostomy progression.Methods: From March 2015 to January 2022, we reviewed the medical records of primary acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction (PANDO) patients who underwent dacryocystorhinostomy at Konyang University Hospital. Patients were categorized into groups: those without septal deviation (group 1), those with septal deviation on the same side as the surgical site (group 2), and those with septal deviation on the opposite side (group 3). Septoplasty was performed in cases of symptomatic septal deviation on the same side. We assessed whether the presence, type, and correction of septal deviation influenced the postoperative outcome of dacryocystorhinostomy.Results: The study included 204 patients: 94 in group 1, 60 in group 2, and 50 in group 3. No significant differences were observed in the type, degree of nasal septum deviation, surgery duration, success rate, and symptom improvement period across the groups. When group 2 was subdivided into those who did not undergo septoplasty (group 2A) and those who did (group 2B), no differences were noted.Conclusions: Nasal septum deviation and septoplasty did not influence the outcomes of dacryocystorhinostomy. Septoplasty may be unnecessary for PANDO patients without symptomatic nasal septum deviation.
Genetic Characteristics of 63 Patients with Non-syndromic Retinitis Pigmentosa at a Single Korean Institution
Authors: Kim Sa Ra , Kim Jae Hui , Yoon Won Tae , Lew Young Ju
Published: January 2025

Purpose: To investigate the genetic characteristics of patients with non-syndromic retinitis pigmentosa (RP) analyzed at a single institution.Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of 63 patients clinically diagnosed with non-syndromic RP who underwent genetic testing. The clinical features of patients exhibiting the most common mutations, EYS and USH2A, were further assessed through routine ophthalmic examinations.Results: Of the 63 patients, 22 (34.9%) exhibited significant mutations. Notably, EYS and USH2A mutations were each found in 5 patients (7.9%); RP1 mutations were found in 4 patients (6.3%). The average ages at diagnosis were 38.8 years for EYS mutations and 41.8 years for USH2A mutations. The average best-corrected visual acuities were logMAR 0.08 for EYS mutations and logMAR 0.51 for USH2A mutations. Both mutation types showed a decrease in the normal macular area in fundus photographs with increasing age. In USH2A mutations, optical coherence tomography revealed a more pronounced reduction in central macular thickness and central foveal ellipsoid length compared with EYS mutations. Visual field tests indicated a reduction within the central 10° in 40% of EYS mutations and 60% of USH2A mutations. Electroretinography showed non-detectable responses in 2 individuals with EYS mutations and 4 individuals with USH2A mutations (40% and 80%, respectively).Conclusions: EYS and USH2A mutations represented 45% of the genetically identified cases; affected patients typically were diagnosed in their 40s. EYS mutations tended to preserve retinal function and central foveal structure better than USH2A mutations.
Factors Influencing Cone Contrast Sensitivity in Koreans Aged 60 Years and Older
Authors: Lee Han Eul , Chin Hee Seung , Kim Na Rae , Jung Ji Won
Published: January 2025

Purpose: To examine the factors impacting cone contrast sensitivity in Koreans aged > 60 years who are scheduled for cataract surgery and do not have congenital color vision deficiencies.Methods: The ColorDx Cone contrast test HD® (CCT-HD; Konan Medical, Inc., CA, USA) was administered to 33 Korean individuals (33 eyes) to evaluate CCT scores before and after cataract surgery, as well as changes in CCT scores according to the degree of progression by cataract type. Correlations between CCT scores and age, best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), regional retinal thickness, and length of the photoreceptor outer segment (PROS) at the fovea were analyzed in pseudophakic eyes.Results: Average scores for short-, medium-, and long-wavelength cone contrast sensitivity tests (S-CCT, M-CCT, and L-CCT, respectively) improved after surgery (p = 0.010, p = 0.001, and p = 0.028, respectively). Comparing CCT score changes before and after surgery by cataract progression, higher cataract grades were associated with greater CCT score changes, though the differences were not statistically significant (p > 0.05). In pseudophakic eyes, S-CCT scores negatively correlated with age (p = 0.017). No significant correlations were found between S-CCT, M-CCT, and L-CCT scores and BCVA, whereas S-CCT, M-CCT, and L-CCT scores positively correlated with PROS at the fovea (p < 0.001).Conclusions: Cone contrast sensitivity in individuals aged > 60 years is influenced by age and cataract status and may serve as a valuable indicator of visual function in clinical research.
Development and Effects of Encouragement Program for Adolescents Victims of School Violence
Authors:   Korean Correction Counseling Psychological Association, Hwang Han Yi
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study is to develop an encouragement program based on Adler’s theory for adolescents victims of school violence, and to analyze the effects of this program. In order to develop the program, the review of related resources, including Adler’s concepts and need-assessment, were performed. The preliminary program was made, and five professionals checked the program. The 10-sessions final program was organized after verifying face validity of the preliminary program and modifying it. To analyze the effectiveness of the program, 10 youth victims of school violence in the experimental group and 10 in the control group were sampled, and an encouragement program was implemented for the experimental group. Two groups were given pretest and conditional tests on the effect variables. The collected data was analyzed by repeated-measure MANOVA and ANOVA, using the SPSS 25.0 program. The analysis results were summarized as follows: First, the encouragement program had a positive effect in improving the self-esteem of adolescent victims of school violence. Particularly, the domestic and school self-esteem in sub-variables of self-esteem had meaningful effects. Second, the encouragement program had a positive effect in decreasing the depression of adolescents victims of school violence. Third, the encouragement program had a positive effect in improving the social interest of adolescent victims of school violence. This study is significant in that it developed an encouragement program for youth victims of school violence, and is expected to be used more diversely in the field of school and youth counseling.
Optimization of Tourism Management, Promotion of Tourist Attractions, and Creative Economy Based on Android Application in Kulu Village, Wori District, North Minahasa Regency
Authors: Takaendengan Mita , Pantow Vincentius , Loegimin Maruto , Pangemanan Kevin
Published: January 2025

Kulu Village is one of the villages in North Minahasa Regency with untapped tourism potential. The research object is Kulu Village, North Minahasa Regency, which has the potential for diving spots, fishing spots, mangrove forest, paniki Island, legend of posi-posi kuning, local culture and traditions that have not been optimized, as well as the Kulu village community, which has creative economic businesses. Therefore, this research aims to optimize the tourism management model, promote tourist attractions, and develop creative economies based on Android (Website & All Social Media Platforms) in Kulu village. The research method used is the Qualitative Method with data collection techniques of observation, interviews, and questionnaires. Information is obtained from stakeholders, including the village government, tourism economic actors, and the community related to tourism, the promotion of tourist attractions, and the creative economy in Kulu village. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique uses the Scoring system and FGD (Focus Group Discussion). The research concluded that Kulu Village's tourism potential can be maximized through infrastructure improvements, digital promotion via websites and social media, local product integration, and stakeholder partnerships. Developing an Android-based web application and providing community training is crucial for promoting tourism and enhancing the local creative economy. Kulu Village has rich natural and cultural tourism potential. However, to fully harness this potential, infrastructure improvements, institutional strengthening, and promotion through websites and social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube are essential to attract both local and international tourists. Strengthening partnerships with stakeholders, such as travel agents, online booking platforms, and influencers, is also crucial to increase the visibility of Kulu Village's tourism destinations. Additionally, local products such as handicrafts and traditional cuisine can be integrated into the tourism ecosystem through digital platforms, including websites and social media
APPLICATION OF GUIDED INQUIRY MODEL ASSISTED BY AUDIO-VISUAL MEDIA TO IMPROVE INQUIRY SKILLS IN SCIENCE LEARNING
Authors: Siti Khoiriyah  , Ahmad Khoiri
Published: January 2025

This study examines the improvement of students' inquiry skills facilitated through the implementation of a guided inquiry learning strategy accompanied by the use of audiovisual media, and measures the magnitude of the improvement of these skills after the implementation of this strategy. This study adopted a nonequivalent control group design as a type of quasi-experiment. All students in grade VIII at SMP Negeri 1 Garung became the target population. The selected sample subjects were VIII C class as the treatment group, and VIII A class as the comparison group with non-random sample selection method. The instruments utilized in this research are test devices, observation sheets, and documentation. The results of the analysis showed that the inquiry skills of students who received a guided inquiry strategy accompanied by audiovisual media had a higher average than those who only received a guided inquiry strategy without audiovisual media. The results of the comparison test of the means of two independent groups with a significance level of 5% resulted in a significance value of 0.000 <0.05, so ha is accepted while ho is rejected. Testing with the N-Gain metric showed that the average score of the treatment group was 0.75, which was in the high category, while the average score of the comparison group was 0.68, which was in the medium category. Based on this analysis, it can be seen that the guided inquiry strategy with audiovisual media support is effective in improving students' inquiry skills.
“I learned a lot about me as a person”: University students’ development as non-formal education professionals
Authors: Simpson Amber , McCann Jada , Murtaugh Diana , Miroff Laurie E.
Published: January 2025

Introduction

The role of non-formal educational professionals has implications for the growth and development of the children they interact with. This group of professionals includes university students who volunteer their time in educational and youth-service organizations.

Methods

In this collective case study, we utilized Cultural-Historical Activity Theory to (a) understand how undergraduate and graduate students negotiated their development as a non-formal educational professional within an afterschool program and (b) consider how contradictions influenced their growth as educators, if at all. Three forms of data were collected from 10 graduate and undergraduate students as they volunteered their time as an educator in a 10-week afterschool program in partnership with two rural middle schools.

Results

Results highlighted shared contradictions among university students, such as lack of content knowledge and being viewed as friend versus being viewed as an educator, as they individually and collectively reflected upon their development and growth as non-formal educators within the afterschool program. Results also underscored how being a part of the afterschool program and reflecting on practice supported only some of the university students’ initial goal(s) for volunteering their time.

Discussion

We conclude with implications of this study for universities to consider in supporting the professional growth and development of their students as active learners and future educational professionals.
Assessment of interocular symmetry of choroidal vascularity index and thickness in patients with systemic sclerosis: a prospective study
Authors: Raciborska Anna , Pieklarz Barbara , Gińdzieńska-Sieśkiewicz Ewa , Zonenberg Agnieszka , Kowal-Bielecka Otylia , Konopińska Joanna , Dmuchowska Diana A.
Published: January 2025

Purpose

Systemic sclerosis (SSc) affects blood vessels, internal organs, and skin. In ophthalmology, SSc impacts the choroid. The choroidal vascularity index (CVI) measures the vascular component of the choroid and may serve as a biomarker for the disease staging and prognosis. Studies have reported reduced choroidal thickness and altered CVI in SSc, which supports the theory of vascular damage. This study aimed to examine interocular symmetry in choroidal parameters among SSc patients. It has provided the insight into the disease symmetry and assessed the representativeness of examining one eye.

Methods

This prospective single-center cross-sectional study included 33 patients with SSc and 40 healthy controls. The patients underwent ophthalmological examination (including refraction, visual acuity, IOP, biometry, slit-lamp biomicroscopy, dilated fundus examination, and spectral-domain optical coherence tomography) and rheumatological evaluation. Various parameters of the choroid in the macular and peripapillary regions were analyzed, including choroidal thickness, choroidal volume, and CVI. The interocular asymmetry in the choroidal parameters was quantified using signed and absolute differences. The correlation analysis between the left and right eyes was based on the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), Spearman’s correlation coefficient, and paired Wilcoxon test.

Results

There were no significant differences in the macular and peripapillary choroidal parameters between fellow eyes in both SSc patients and controls (p > 0.05). The parameter that showed the lowest correlation among those examined was CVI—in both groups, as well as in both examined areas. The interocular correlation of choroidal parameters was stronger in the peripapillary area than in the macular area in both groups. In general, the results were confirmed in subgroup analyses stratified according to sex, SSc subtype, Scl70 antibody positivity and previous and/or active digital ulcers.

Conclusion

There is interocular symmetry of the choroidal parameters in patients with SSc and controls included in our study. The parameters from one eye are representative of the fellow eye of a given patient. This conclusion may contribute to the design and interpretation of future studies. It also broadens our knowledge of SSc pathophysiology.
Human rights violations are associated with forcibly displaced population’s mental health—a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Sisenop Felix , Chatarajupalli Pallavi , Bain Paul A. , Kaade Hanna , Lindert Jutta
Published: January 2025

Background

Little is known about the mental health consequences of human rights violations in forcibly displaced populations. Objective: The objectives of this systematic review are to examine: (1) the prevalence of mental health conditions among forcibly displaced persons; (2) to investigate methodological factors contributing to mental health conditions; and (3) associations between mental health conditions and human rights violations.

Methods

We conducted a systematic review with meta-analyses on the prevalence of anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder among forcibly displaced populations and factors contributing to it by searching in databases MEDLINE (Ovid), Embase, Web of Science Core Collection (Clarivate), PsycINFO (EBSCO), Sociological Abstracts (ProQuest), and PTSDPubs (ProQuest). Additionally, we assessed the Global Peace Index. Pooled associations were calculated using a random-effects meta-analysis model. Subgroup analyses were performed for the Global Peace Index, sampling methodology, also we assessed risk of bias.

Results

Of the 8,555 records screened, 55 with n = 31,573 participants met the inclusion criteria (n = 15,714 males, females, n = 15,859 females). Most studies were cross-sectional (n = 49). The pooled prevalence rates were 38.90% (95% CI: 29.63; 48.17) for anxiety, 38.16% (95% CI: 32.16; 44.15) for depression and 39.62% (95% CI: 32.87; 46.36) for posttraumatic stress disorder. Analyses by level of human rights violations show anxiety, and depression prevalence rates were higher in countries with very low Global Peace Index than countries with high, moderate and low Global Peace Index (39.84% vs. 16.09%; 41.07% vs. 26.67%). Analyses by risk of bias indicate that the prevalence rate of PTSD was higher in studies with a high risk of bias compared to those with a very high risk of bias (49.27% vs. 29.79%). For anxiety, the prevalence rate was greater with random sampling compared to convenience sampling (44.71% vs. 36.87%). Depression and PTSD prevalence rates were higher with convenience sampling than with random sampling (38.67% vs. 37.70%; 42.83% vs. 35.50%).

Conclusion

Our review suggests that systematic continuous human rights violations are associated with mental health conditions in forcibly displaced persons. To prevent mental health conditions, it is necessary to reduce exposure to human rights violations in the countries forcibly displaced persons come from.

Systematic review registration

https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42017076535, PROSPERO registration: CRD42017076535.
Algorithm and Methods for Analyzing Power Consumption Behavior of Industrial Enterprises Considering Process Characteristics
Authors: Ilyushin Pavel , Papkov Boris , Kulikov Aleksandr , Suslov Konstantin
Published: January 2025

Power consumption management is crucial to maintaining the reliable operation of power grids, especially in the context of the decarbonization of the electric power industry. Managing power consumption of industrial enterprises by personnel proved ineffective, which required the development and implementation of automatic energy consumption management systems. Optimization of power consumption behavior requires comprehensive and reliable information on the parameters of the technological processes of an industrial enterprise. The paper explores the specific features of non-stationary conditions of output production and assesses the potential for power consumption management under these conditions. The analysis of power consumption modes was carried out based on the consideration of random factors determined by both internal and external circumstances, subject to the fulfillment of the production plan. This made it possible to increase the efficiency of power consumption in mechanical engineering production by taking into account the uncertainty of seasonal and technological fluctuations by 15–20%, subject to the fulfillment of the production plan. This study presents a justification for utilizing the theory of level-crossings of random processes to enhance the reliability of input information. The need to analyze the specific features of technological processes based on the probabilistic structure and random functions is proven. This is justified because it becomes possible to fulfill the production plan with technological fluctuations in productivity and, accordingly, power consumption, which exceeds the nominal values by more than 5%. In addition, the emission characteristics are clear, easy to measure, and allow the transition from analog to digital information presentation. The algorithm and methods developed to analyze the power consumption patterns of industrial enterprises can be used to develop automatic power consumption management systems.
Den Use Patterns of Endangered San Joaquin Kit Foxes in Urban Environments May Facilitate Disease Transmission
Authors: Cypher Brian L. , Gabaldon Alyse , Kelly Erica C. , Westall Tory L. , Deatherage Nicole A.
Published: January 2025

A robust population of endangered San Joaquin kit foxes (Vulpes macrotis mutica; SJKFs) occurs in the city of Bakersfield, CA. In 2013, sarcoptic mange was detected and significantly reduced SJKF abundance. Dens may be a mode of mange mite transmission. Kit foxes use dens daily and sometimes share dens. Also, mange mites are able to live off-host in den soil for multiple days. We monitored den use patterns of 37 marked kit foxes. Radio-collared foxes were tracked to dens and then those dens were monitored with cameras for 7-day sessions, the period of time mites might persist in the dens. Other foxes used the same den as a collared fox during 89.0% of sessions and the mean number was 2.5 foxes. An average of 1.8 foxes used a den concurrently with the collared fox. During 120-day intervals, the minimum survival time for kit foxes contracting mange, collared foxes used a mean of 7.6 dens, 9.8 other foxes used the same dens, and 7.3 foxes used the dens concurrently with the collared foxes. Thus, the potential for kit foxes to transmit mange through den sharing in the urban environment is considerable and may explain the rapid spread of mange throughout this population.
Characterization of Urine-Derived Stromal/Stem Cells from Healthy Dogs and Dogs Affected by Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Authors: Lange-Consiglio Anna , Tagliasacchi Filippo , Cremonesi Fausto , Gusmara Claudia , Pollera Claudia , Scarpa Paola , Gaspari Giulia , Riccaboni Pietro
Published: January 2025

Urine-derived mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (USCs) could be a valuable source of cells in regenerative medicine because urine can be easily collected non-invasively. In this paper, USCs were isolated from both healthy dogs and dogs affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD), and the efficacy of collection methods (spontaneous micturition, bladder catheterization, and cystocentesis) were compared. Isolated cells were cultured in the presence of platelet-rich plasma and studied for their proliferative capacity (growth curve, doubling time, and colony forming unit), differentiation properties, expression of mesenchymal markers, and Klotho protein. Morphologically, all cells were elongated and fibroblast-like. USCs isolated from samples collected by spontaneous micturition and bladder catheterization failed to proliferate, whilst USCs obtained by cystocentesis showed a doubling time of 2.04 days in healthy dogs and 1.7 days in dogs with CKD (p < 0.05). Cells were able to differentiate into osteogenic, chondrogenic, and adipogenic lines, showed positive expression to mesenchymal/stem markers, negative expression to hematopoietic markers, and major histocompatibility complex (MHCII) antigen. Klotho protein expression was confirmed. This study confirmed that USCs from healthy and CKD dogs can act as stem cells, with those from sick dogs having greater proliferative ability with the potential for use as autologous therapies.
The Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated with the Presence of Antibiotic Residues in Milk from Peri-Urban Dairy Cattle Farms in Kathmandu, Nepal
Authors: Rame Hau Erda E. Rame , Sharma Minu , Khanal Bal K. Sharma , Sly Peter D. , Mikkelsen Deirdre , Clark Nicholas , Soares Magalhães Ricardo J. Soares
Published: January 2025

Background/Objectives: The presence of antibiotic residues (ARs) in animal products such as milk can be an important driver of antimicrobial resistance in commensal and pathogenic bacteria. Previous studies on ARs in Nepal have demonstrated the presence of ARs in milk samples but without further characterization of the samples for risk factor analysis. This study aimed to quantify the prevalence and risk factors for the presence of ARs in 140 peri-urban dairy farms in Kathmandu, Nepal, included in a cross-sectional survey in 2019 to estimate farm-level AR prevalence. Results: Our results reveal the presence of ARs of sulfamethazine (61%), sulfamethoxazole (53%), ciprofloxacin (46%), and enrofloxacin (42%). Furthermore, of those samples positive for sulfamethazine, sulfamethoxazole, and ciprofloxacin, 81%, 42%, and 42%, respectively, exceeded the maximum residue limit (MRL). While samples taken from farms where staff administered antibiotics were less likely to have single drug residues and multidrug residues (two, three, and four drugs), farms with more workers were more likely to have single residues. Moreover, samples from farms with a higher number of calves and milking cows were more likely to contain single and multiple residues exceeding the MRL, while milk from farms with higher numbers of dry cows and farmers reported by a visiting chemist were less likely to have multidrug residues exceeding the MRL. Methods: High-performance liquid chromatography was conducted on bulk milk samples from farms for an AR analysis, revealing positive results. Additionally, a structured questionnaire and direct farmer interviews were used to collect data on farm biosecurity and farming practices, animal health and hygiene, antibiotic usage (AMU), and attitudes and practices towards antibiotic stewardship. Conclusions: Ultimately, this study provides evidence on the role of modifiable ARs risk factors in the peri-urban milk industry of Kathmandu, which can serve as a foundation for developing improved antimicrobial stewardship guidelines and designing intervention measures to reduce the public health risk posed by ARs in milk sold in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Face and Voice Recognition-Based Emotion Analysis System (EAS) to Minimize Heterogeneity in the Metaverse
Authors: Son Surak , Jeong Yina
Published: January 2025

The metaverse, where users interact through avatars, is evolving to closely mirror the real world, requiring realistic object responses based on users’ emotions. While technologies like eye-tracking and hand-tracking transfer physical movements into virtual spaces, accurate emotion detection remains challenging. This study proposes the “Face and Voice Recognition-based Emotion Analysis System (EAS)” to bridge this gap, assessing emotions through both voice and facial expressions. EAS utilizes a microphone and camera to gauge emotional states, combining these inputs for a comprehensive analysis. It comprises three neural networks: the Facial Emotion Analysis Model (FEAM), which classifies emotions using facial landmarks; the Voice Sentiment Analysis Model (VSAM), which detects vocal emotions even in noisy environments using MCycleGAN; and the Metaverse Emotion Recognition Model (MERM), which integrates FEAM and VSAM outputs to infer overall emotional states. EAS’s three primary modules—Facial Emotion Recognition, Voice Emotion Recognition, and User Emotion Analysis—analyze facial features and vocal tones to detect emotions, providing a holistic emotional assessment for realistic interactions in the metaverse. The system’s performance is validated through dataset testing, and future directions are suggested based on simulation outcomes.
Proposal for a Sustainable Model for Integrating Robotic Process Automation and Machine Learning in Failure Prediction and Operational Efficiency in Predictive Maintenance
Authors: Patrício Leonel , Varela Leonilde , Silveira Zilda
Published: January 2025

This paper proposes a sustainable model for integrating robotic process automation (RPA) and machine learning (ML) in predictive maintenance to enhance operational efficiency and failure prediction accuracy. The research identified a key gap in the literature, namely the limited integration of RPA, ML, and sustainability in predictive manufacturing, which led to the development of this model. Using the PICO methodology (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome), the study evaluated the implementation of these technologies in Alpha Company, comparing results before and after the model’s adoption. The intervention integrated RPA and ML to improve failure prediction accuracy and optimize maintenance operations. Results showed a 100% increase in mean time between failures (MTBF), a 67% reduction in mean time to repair (MTTR), a 37.5% decrease in maintenance costs, and a 71.4% reduction in unplanned downtime costs. Challenges such as initial implementation costs and the need for continuous training were also noted. Future research could explore integrating big data and AI to further improve prediction accuracy. This model demonstrates that integrating RPA and ML leads to operational improvements, cost reductions, and environmental benefits, contributing to the sustainability of industrial operations.