bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Association of COMT rs4680 Polymorphism with High-Level Performance in Track Field Athletes
Authors: Bulgay Celal , Çakır Veli Ozan , Bayraktar Işık , Kazan Hasan Hasan
Published: April 2024

The catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) gene rs4680 polymorphism, primarily linked to psychological traits, has been limitedly studied in the key athletic abilities including endurance, speed, and power. Thus, the current investigation sought to explore any possible connections between the rs4680 polymorphism in the COMT gene and competitive performance among Turkish high-level track & field athletes. As a part of an ongoing project, this study engaged 60 elite athletes, categorized into two distinct groups based on their specialty (31 sprint/power athletes and 29 endurance athletes). To provide a comparative baseline, a control group consisting of twenty sedentary individuals aged between 18 and 35 was also incorporated. The assessment of participants' performance levels is conducted using the methodology established by the International Association of Track & Field Federations (IAAF), which is based on personal bests (PBs). Whole exome sequencing (WES) was used in the research to analyze genomic DNA that was taken out of participant blood samples. The distribution of the COMT gene rs4680 polymorphism in terms of genotypes (AA, GA, and GG) did not change significantly between the athlete and the control group or within the athletic groups, according to the research (p>0.05). In a similar vein, the research did not discover any connections of note between athletes' PBs in the sprint/power or endurance categories and the rs4680 polymorphism. Based on these findings, the research concludes that there is no meaningful relationship between the COMT gene's rs4680 polymorphism and the competitive performance of the Turkish high-level track and field athletes under investigation.
Spirituality and Its Impact on Job Performance of Healthcare Workers in COVID-19, A Literature Review
Authors: Kieffer Karen , Aragón Mercy Estefany Gonzales- , Díaz Jorge Miguel Chávez- , Perales Laura Aquiño- , Migo Abraham Bonilla-
Published: April 2024

Objectives: To review the scientific evidence on the impact of health personnel spirituality during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methodology: Narrative and documentary literature review. Eight research studies were obtained from the Scopus, Scielo, PubMed and Web of Science databases. The spirituality variable was evaluated in health personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2022). Results: It was found that spirituality becomes a determining factor that helps to prevent and avoid the appearance of chronic and acute anxiety. Likewise, spirituality is perceived as a source of coping and stress reducer, associating it with the highest level of resilience whose effect on the recovery of emotional and mental health together with its coping in critical events is of great importance. Of the eight studies found, two of them evaluated spirituality with the FACIT-SP scale. There is little research on spirituality in health personnel whose characteristics could be adapted to other cultural and linguistic contexts. Conclusions: Spirituality is protective and leads to behaviors of greater resilience, its effects on the recovery of emotional and mental health, and its coping in critical events is very valuable, being important to promote its institutional application.
Entfernung von Schrauben und Stiften bei der Wurzelbehandlungsrevision
Authors: Suter Beat
Published: April 2024

Metallene Schrauben und Stifte werden zuerst am besten unter Sicht mit dem Operationsmikroskop freigestellt. Alles umgebende Füllungsmaterial muss weggeschliffen werden, bis der gesamte Zementierungsspalt, der das zu entfernende Objekt am Kanaleingang umgibt, dargestellt ist. Dazu verwendet man einen Kronen-Brücken-Präparierdiamanten und bei wenig Platz einen feinen, langen Diamantbohrer.
CHOIR SINGING AND CHOIR MUSIC IN THE SOUND ENVIRONMENT OF KARELIA
Authors: Кубышкин А.А.
Published: April 2024

В статье рассматривается хоровое пение и хоровая музыка в звуковой среде Карелии. Отмечается специфика этой среды, роль фольклора и межэтнических связей в её формировании и влиянии на развитие хорового пения и композиторского творчества.

The article examines choir singing and choir music in the sound environment of Karelia. The distinguishing features of the environment, the role of folklore and interethnic connections in its formation and impact on the development of choir singing and composing are specified.
JOHN GAY’S BALLAD OPERA AS A GENRE MODEL
Authors: Ильюшкина В.А.
Published: April 2024

В данной статье «Опера Нищего» Джона Гэя рассматривается как модель жанра, с ориентацией на которую в XVIII–XX веках в зарубежной культуре появился ряд развлекательных музыкальных представлений.

In this article “The Beggar’s Opera” by John Gay is considered as a genre model that gave rise to a number of entertaining musical performances in foreign culture between the 18th and the 20th century.
BRIGHT SHENG'S CREATIVE CAREER IN THE CONTEXT OF MODERN CHINESE MUSIC DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Цуй Шо.
Published: April 2024

Автор размышляет о творчестве китайского композитора Брайта Шенга, чьё становление испытало на себе непосредственное влияние китайской истории, в том числе эпохи культурной революции. Исследуется процесс освоения китайским композитором стилистики современной европейской музыки, рассматриваются проблема поиска Шенгом индивидуального авторского стиля и сочетание в его творчестве основ китайской национальной идентичности с европейской техникой композиции.

The author reflects on the work of the Chinese composer Bright Sheng, whose creative development was directly influenced by Chinese history, including the era of the Cultural Revolution. The process of mastering the stylistics of modern European music by the Chinese composer is explored, the issue of Sheng's search for an individual author's style and the combination of the foundations of the Chinese national identity with the European technique of composition in his work are considered.
THE IDEAS OF TAOISM IN TAN DUN’S MUSIC
Authors: Сы Ян.
Published: April 2024

В статье рассматривается влияние идей даосизма на творчество китайского композитора Тан Дуна. Истоками формирования даосского мировоззрения музыканта стали впечатления его детства и юности, прошедших в провинции Хунань (Южный Китай). Особенно важными для творчества Тан Дуна явились даосская идея гармонии между человеком и природой и ритуальность, связанная с древними шаманскими культами. Воплощение этих идей продемонстрировано на примере «Призрачной оперы», симфоний «О даосизме», «Небеса. Земля. Человечество», цикла «Оркестровый театр».

The article examines the influence of the ideas of Taoism on the work of the Chinese composer Tan Dun. The origins of the formation of the musician's Taoist worldview were the impressions of his childhood and youth, spent in the province of Hunan (South China). Especially important for the creative work of Tang Dun were the Taoist idea of harmony between man and nature and the rituality associated with the ancient shamanic cults. The embodiment of these ideas is demonstrated through the example of the “Ghost Opera”, the symphonies “On Taoism”, “Heaven Earth Mankind”, and the cycle “Orchestral Theatre”.
CONTRIBUTION OF ALGIRDAS VYŽINTAS TO THE FORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE FOLK INSTRUMENTS ORCHESTRA OF LITHUANIA
Authors: Мяркялене А.
Published: April 2024

В статье представлена общественная, творческая и педагогическая деятельность Альгирдаса Вижинтаса, направленная на создание особой модели оркестра литовских народных инструментов. Автор ставит целью раскрыть сущность гуманитарного и музыкального мышления Вижинтаса, его взгляды на народную музыкальную культуру, влияющие на формирование оркестровых коллективов и обучение их участников.

The article covers Algirdas Vyžintas’ social, creative and pedagogical work aimed at establishing a special model of a Lithuanian folk instruments orchestra. The author sets a goal to reveal the essence of A. Vyžintas’ humanitarian and musical thinking, his views on folk musical culture that influence the formation of orchestras and the education of their participants.
THE LEGACY OF JOSÉ ANTONIO ABREU: THE ORCHESTRAL SYSTEM IN VENEZUELA
Authors: Ромеро Р.
Published: April 2024

Национальная система молодёжных и детских оркестров и хоров Венесуэлы является социальным и культурным направлением деятельности венесуэльского государства. Задуманная и основанная в 1975 году венесуэльским маэстро Хосе Антонио Абреу, она предлагает систематизировать преподавание и практику коллективного и индивидуального музицирования через симфонические оркестры и хоры как инструменты социальной организации и гуманистического развития. Эта педагогическая, художественная и социальная модель, ставшая актуальной во всём мире, представляет собой программу социальной ответственности, оказавшую наибольшее влияние на развитие общества в истории Венесуэлы.

Venezuela’s National System of Children and Youth Orchestras and Choirs is a social and cultural line of work of the Venezuelan government. Conceived and founded in 1975 by the Venezuelan maestro José Antonio Abreu, El Sistema proposes to systematize the teaching and practical training of the collective and solo music performance through symphony orchestras and choirs as instruments of social organization and humanistic development. This pedagogical, artistic and social model, which has become popular worldwide, represents a social responsibility program with the greatest impact on the social development in the history of Venezuela.
THE BIOGRAPHY OF AVENIR DE MONFRED AND THE CURRENT TRENDS IN RUSSIAN BIOGRAPHY
Authors: Козак М.В.
Published: April 2024

В статье представлены новые сведения о биографии Авенира де Монфреда (1903–1974) из хранящихся в личном архиве композитора (США) заметок в зарубежной прессе 1950–1970-х годов. Рассматриваются противоречия биографии композитора, возникшие при сопоставлении архивных документов времён обучения в Петроградской консерватории (1913–1923) и биографических данных, опубликованных в иностранных статьях и рецензиях.

The article presents new information about the biography of Avenir de Monfred (1903–1974) from the 1950–1970 foreign press items stored in the composer's personal archive (USA). The contradictions of the composer's biography that arose when comparing archival documents from the time of his studies at the Petrograd Conservatory (1913–1923) and biographical data published in foreign articles and reviews are considered.
THE SOUND PICTURE OF THE WORLD OF THE FINNO-UGRIANS: ASPECTS OF MONODIC THINKING
Authors: Косырева С.В.
Published: April 2024

В статье основное внимание уделено специфике звуковой картины мира финно-угорских народов. Звукоидеал финно-угров формировался в условиях лесной акустической среды, которая отличается особым ощущением пространства. Звуковая практика в контексте традиционного мышления этносов рассматривается на примере монодийных форм традиционных импровизаций. Выявляются этнические стилевые репрезентанты допесенной архаики.

The article focuses on the specific features of the sound picture of the Finno-Ugric peoples’ world. The sound ideal of the Finno-Ugrians was formed in the conditions of the forest acoustic environment, distinguished by a unique perception of space. The sound practice in the context of the traditional thinking of ethnic groups is reviewed through the example of the monodic forms of traditional improvisations. The ethnic stylistic representatives of the pre-song archaism are revealed.
FOLK-POETIC INTERPRETATION OF THE FIGURE OF THE THEOTOKOS IN THE SPIRITUAL POEMS AND ICON PAINTING OF THE ANCIENT KARELIA (THROUGH THE EXAMPLE OF SINGLE MONUMENTS)
Authors: Никулина Е.Е.
Published: April 2024

В статье рассматриваются вопросы, связанные с воплощением образа Богородицы в иконописи и духовных стихах, на примере карельских памятников XVII и XIX–XX веков – «Богоматерь Знамение» и «Сон Богородицы». В аспекте данной темы анализируется феномен двоеверия, его влияние на семантическую структуру произведения. Одним из ключевых моментов становится ориентация крестьянских мастеров на народное творчество, повседневную хозяйственную деятельность и языческие верования. Это обстоятельство приобретает основополагающий характер, поскольку именно оно даёт возможность сформировать новые экзистенциальные смыслы. В заключении делается вывод о том, что в совокупности различных аспектов создаётся почва для различных трактовок канонических изображений, в том числе апокрифов, имеющих древнюю основу.

The article is dedicated to the issues of the visualization of the figure of the Theotokos in icon painting and spiritual poems exemplified by the Karelian monuments of the 18th and 19-20th centuries – Our Lady of the Sign and The Dream of the Most Holy Theotokos. In the context of this topic, the phenomenon of dual faith is analyzed along with its influence on the semantic structure of the composition. The peasant craftsmen’s focus on folk art, day-to-day trade and paganism becomes one of the key points. This aspect becomes fundamental, since it specifically allows creating new existential meanings. Summing up, a conclusion is made that a set of various aspects paves the way for various interpretations of canonical images, including apocrypha with their ancient background.
THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT FRAUD THROUGH THE FRAUD HEXAGON ON CONSUMER CYCLICALS SECTOR COMPANIES ON THE INDONESIA STOCK EXCHANGE IN 2020-2022
Authors: Hakim Mohamad Zulman , Hamdani  , Galang Reza Firdaus Budiutomo  , Yola Dyfa Meisari  , Helen Retno Wulandari  , Thorik Satria Ilmi
Published: April 2024

The objective of this study is to collect empirical evidence regarding the Factors in the Fraud Hexagon Theory that can be used to detect financial statement fraud. The case study of the Consumer Cyclical Sector on the IDX in the range of 2020-2022 is used in testing the Fraud Score model. In this analysis, 89 Consumer Cyclicals companies serve as samples, purposeful sampling is used to select samples, in this study, financial statement fraud (KLK) is the dependent variable. The independent variables used are financial targets, financial stability, external pressure, CEO education, political connections, state-owned enterprises, external auditors, rationalization, and CEO duality. EViews version 13 testing software was used for data analysis of multiple linear regression analysis. This study shows that financial statement fraud is significantly influenced by external pressure and rationalization. There is no statistically significant correlation between financial objectives, financial stability, and rationalization.
THE EFFECT OF ORGANIZATIONAL FAIRNESS AND JOB CHARACTERISTICS ON EMPLOYEE ATTACHMENT
Authors: Riski Ulan Sari  , Rd Roro Anggraini Soemadi  , Hendra Galuh Febrianto  , Humairoh
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine the Effect of Organizational Justice and Job Characteristics on Employee Attachment to PT. Ching Luh Indonesia, either partially or simultaneously at PT. Ching Luh Indonesia. This study used associative method with quantitative approach. A lot of sampling was 78 people. Descriptive data analysis techniques are used to determine the picture of respondents' answer responses and data distribution, while inferential statistical analysis is for hypothesis testing. Data processing is assisted by Microsoft excel and SPSS software version 25. Based on the correlation test of Organizational Fairness (X1), and Job Characteristics (X2) with Employee Attachment (Y) have a strong relationship. Organizational Fairness and Job Characteristics can project Organizational Fairness with a positive influence, this can be seen from the equation Y = 2.881 + 0.622X11 + 0.304X21 which means that the higher or increased the Employee Attachment. Organizational Fairness and Job Characteristics contributed 55.30% while the remaining 44.70% was influenced by other variables classified in epsilon, namely other factors that affect Employee Attachment but were not careful in this study.
Research on the Industrial Transformation Pathways in China Under the Background of Dual Carbon Background
Authors: Ding Chang , Yuan Mengxi
Published: April 2024

The industrial transformation is an important path for China to continuously advance towards the goals of carbon neutrality and peak carbon emissions. It is also an essential route for China's industries to move towards higher stages of development. The industrial transformation in China carries multiple significances, yet it is also confronted with various challenges. These include significant energy demands, insufficient levels of manufacturing capabilities, and economic disparities among different regions, all of which hinder the development of a low-carbon economy in China. To promote the transformation of Chinese industrial enterprises under the guidance of the new development philosophy, several key measures should be taken. Firstly, it is essential to establish a diversified energy supply system and vigorously develop the green energy industry. Secondly, efforts should be made to develop a green and low-carbon new industrial system while gradually phasing out industries with excess capacity. Thirdly, policies conducive to low-carbon transformation should be implemented, alongside the improvement and development of carbon financial markets and the strengthening of the role of technological innovation in driving industrial transformation and upgrading.
Analysis of the Development Status of Foreign Insurance Companies in China
Authors: Ta Na
Published: April 2024

Today, China has become the second-largest insurance market in the world. Attracted by China's policies and good prospects for the development of the insurance industry, foreign insurance companies continue to expand their presence in the Chinese market and actively participate in the wave of development and reform of the Chinese insurance industry. This paper reviews the development characteristics and the evolution of regulatory policies of foreign-funded insurance institutions in various stages, analyzes and explores the current difficulties they face and the support they hope to obtain, to provide references for further strengthening international cooperation. The full text is divided into three parts: the process and methods of foreign insurance entering the Chinese market, the difficulties faced by foreign insurance institutions in China, and suggestions to promote the development of foreign insurance institutions in China. China's attitude toward foreign investment has always been inclusive and open, and it hopes that Chinese insurance institutions can learn more experience and innovation from foreign insurance companies, but also hope that foreign insurance companies can contribute to the development of China.
Innovation of Enterprise Management in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Chen Keyu
Published: April 2024

As a product of social development and technological innovation, Artificial Intelligence has become the driving force of technological innovation and industrial transformation. It profoundly impacts the world economy, social progress as well as people’s lives. Artificial Intelligence’s commercial applications innovate enterprises’ internal operations and production processes, bringing both challenges and opportunities for management. This article analyses innovation in modern enterprise management with specific applications of AI to management theories. Some suggestions are also made for enhancing the application level of Artificial Intelligence in enterprise management.
Study on the Change Law of Pore Structure and Permeability of Coal Under Chemical Permeability Enhancement Technology
Authors: Wang Guan , Tai Dezhi
Published: April 2024

In order to deeply explore the permeability enhancement effect and permeability enhancement mechanism of the three chemical permeability enhancement technologies, the pore structure change and permeability enhancement mechanism of anthracite coal were studied from the perspective of coal pore structure. The following conclusions are drawn: the permeation effect of the four solutions from large to small is 99% CS2, 10% NaClO, 8% HF, 8% The total pore volume of HCl and HCl solution decreases after acidification, the pore volume of HF solution increases after acidification, the number of pores in the coal sample after oxidation of NaClO solution increases, and the micropores are transformed into mesopores, and the pore volume of CS2 solution increases after extraction, and the pore expansion effect is better than that of the other three solutions, and the pore volume with a pore diameter greater than 2 nm affects the flow of gas between pores, and the larger the pore volume, the higher the permeability. The pores with a pore diameter of less than 2 nm have little correlation with the permeability of coal and rock, and the micropores do not affect the gas flow
Skelet modeli asosida kompyuter ko‘rish tizimlarida inson harakatini tekshirish
Authors: Beknazarova S.S. , Jaumitbaeva M.K.
Published: April 2024

Kompyuter ko‘rish tizimlarida inson harakatini tahlil qilish ikki o‘lchovli va uch o‘lchovli fazolarda amalga oshiriladi. Ikki o‘lchovli fazoda qiyofalarni tahlil qilishning o‘ziga xos xususiyati bitta kameradan yoki bir nechta tana sensorlaridan olingan tasvirlarni qo‘llashdan iborat. Bunday yondashuv xatoning tez to‘planishiga olib keladi va natijada rasmning aniqligi past bo‘ladi. Uch o‘lchovli tahlilni amalga oshirishda bir nechta kameralar qo‘llaniladi va qiyofalar hajmli elementlar to‘plami sifatida taqdim etiladi. Uch o‘lchovli tahlilning yuqori aniqligiga qaramay, u yuqori hisoblash murakkabligi va ichki kompyuter tarmog‘idagi yuk bilan bog‘liq. Tadqiqot maqsadi bitta kamera tasviridan foydalangan holda modelni ishlab chiqishdir. Ko‘rib chiqilayotgan modelda inson qiyofasi sifatida tasvirlangan skelet, tasvirlangan assegmatik grafga asoslab hisoblash. Inson qiyofalarning tahlil tuzilmalari bajarildi va o‘n besh asosiy ball ta’kidlangan. Jismoniy va mantiqiy aloqalarning matematik tavsifi berilgan va tadqiqot qilingan. Nuqtalar va ulanishlarning tezligi va fazoviy xarakteristikalari harakatning umumiy dinamikasini tavsiflaydi. Inson harakati modelining tavsifi va uning muayyan tasvirlar uchun qurish modeli keltirilgan. Taklif etilayotgan model asosida grafik tugunlari va qirralarining nisbiy joylashuvi va tezlik xarakteristikalari haqidagi ma’lumotlarni to‘plash va tahlil qilish algoritmi ishlab chiqilgan. Ishlab chiqilgan model inson harakatining etalon (normal) dinamikasi haqida ma’lumot to‘plash uchun ishlatilishi mumkin. Agar standartdan chetga chiqadigan dinamika aniqlansa, xatti-harakatlar deviant sifatida aniqlanadi. Taklif etilayotgan algoritm inson harakatini aniqlash va tahlil qilish, shuningdek, harakatlarning mos yozuvlardan og‘ishlarini aniqlash uchun kompyuter ko‘rish tizimlarida qo‘llanilishi mumkin.
Discovering an Antimalarial Drug in Mao’s China
Authors: Yan Wendi
Published: April 2024

A secret group of Chinese scientists discovered artemisinin in 1971. Newly published Chinese texts further untangle Tu Youyou’s Nobel Prize-winning contributions.
The Influence of Brand Image and Financial Technology on Customer Loyalty
Authors: Ependi Ependi
Published: April 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of Financial Technology's brand image on PT Kredit Pintar's customer loyalty. The method used in this research is a descriptive analysis method with a quantitative approach. The sample used in this research was 62 respondents using a questionnaire. The collected data was processed using multiple linear regression with SPSS 26.00. The research results show that Brand Image has a significant effect, Financial Technology has a significant effect on customer loyalty, and brand image and financial technology have a simultaneous effect on customer loyalty. This research concludes that there is a positive and significant influence on customer loyalty between brand image and financial technology. Suggestions for future researchers are that the research covers a broader scope, such as adding other variables.
Identification of Economic Potential and Human Resources in the Transmigration Area of Bombana Regency, Southeast Sulawesi Province
Authors: Asymar Hasta Herlan , Erri Dirgahayu , Muhammad Agit , Uthami I Gusti Ayu Agung Dewi Kurnia
Published: April 2024

The essence of implementing transmigration is to achieve prosperity, equitable development, and to act as a glue for national unity. In this identification study, 4 (four) criteria were selected to assess regional spatial potential for the development of Transmigration Areas, namely (1) Criteria for land availability and carrying capacity, (2) Criteria for local economic development, (3) Criteria for population development, and (4) Criteria for local economic development. ) Criteria for supporting transmigration policies and programs. The results of the identification of potential Transmigration areas in Bombana Regency, which culminated in the delineation of regional spaces which are expected to be developed into future Transmigration Areas, are input for the Regional Government (Regency and/or Province) regarding their regional development and development efforts. Development of Transmigration Areas can be one of the development program options to encourage or realize the growth/development of parts of the district that are relatively undeveloped, and lagging behind compared to parts of the district that are already developed and developing. Transmigration development is cross-sectoral so a common understanding is needed between all regional stakeholders so that each party can contribute according to their main tasks and functions
The challenge of patient engagement, and how to address it
Authors: Young W. A.
Published: April 2024

Many obstacles prevent patients accessing healthcare in a timely fashion, and societal taboos wreak havoc in healthcare. The fact that certain very common conditions are not considered acceptable subjects for conversation seriously impedes the flow of information. The cost of this to both the health of patients and to the healthcare system itself is tremendous. In the treatment of many conditions, a delay in diagnosis can have a very serious impact on the eventual prognosis, and even with “milder” diseases, a failure to access treatment promptly can significantly worsen outcomes. New channels need to be used to reach patients, and new styles of messaging must be adopted to overcome taboos. An event aimed at highlighting innovative methods of communication is discussed, as is a publication about incontinence that grew out of this to encourage patient engagement.
FRAGMENTOS DE UM DISCURSO PÓS-HISTÓRICO (SEGUNDO O PENSAMENTO DE VILÉM FLUSSER)
Authors: Fernandes Fábio
Published: April 2024

Em O Mundo Codificado, Vilém Flusser nos apresenta os exemplos das fábricas de cerâmica e das oficinas de sapateiros do século XIV do norte da Itália como exemplos do que os historiadores deveriam analisar para obter uma compreensão maior da vida, pensamentos e atos respectivamente do homem neolítico e do homem do Renascimento. Nas palavras de Flusser, “podem-se reconhecer os homens por suas fábricas”. O homo sapiens é acima de tudo homo faber, o homem que fabrica.
A gramática de Artur Lescher
Authors: Fabbrini Ricardo Nascimento
Published: April 2024

O artigo visa contribuir para a caracterização da obra ou imaginário artístico de Artur Lescher. Destaca que a pureza de suas formas resulta de estruturas não compositivas, embora integre sua gramática, elementos de tensão, tanto entre materiais em uma mesma obra, quanto entre as obras uma vez dispostas na galeria. Face a essa obra de matriz construtiva, que se abre, contudo, à alegoria, o fruidor é instado a desentranhar o enigma da imagem. Nesse aspecto reside o poder de negatividade, de crítica social ou política de sua arte.
É ilegal e não nasce na botique: Referência na arte urbana brasileira e com muitos grafites espalhados por São Paulo, o grafiteiro Rui Amaral
Authors: Mathias José Ronaldo
Published: April 2024

Rui Amaral é um dos artistas grafiteiros mais antigos de São Paulo, que começou a grafitar por brincadeira já na décadade 70. É responsável por um dos maiores grafites dacidade,localizado na Avenida Doutor Arnaldo com a Paulista. Rui já participou de exposiçõesna Pinacoteca do Estado, MAC, MIS, Funarte, MASP e Paço das Artes e fez trabalhos para várias empresas como Vale do Rio Doce, Rede Globo e SESC-SP. Participou e cuidou da curadoria da 1ª Bienal Internacional deGraffiti Fine Art que aconteceu em 2010. Na conversa, o artista fala de sua relação de seu trabalho, dos bastidores da criação e explica como o grafiteiro enxerga a cidade.
Poesia senza rivoluzione. Per una teoria critica dell’arte pubblica
Authors: Speroni Franco
Published: April 2024

Arte pubblica, Site specific, arte relazionale, arte fuori dal museo, arte come critica istituzionale, Street art e post-grafltismo, sono tutte definizioni che descrivono diversi modidi esseredell’artechesi coinvolgeconlasfera pubblica,omeglio, cheagendo,la ridefinisce. Diversi modi che spesso si intrecciano tra loro.
Exploring the Impact of High-Temperature Stress on Physiological, Anatomical, Molecular, Productive, and Quality Parameters in Diverse Olive Cultivars
Authors:   Biology Department, College of Science, Jouf University, Sakaka, Aljouf 72341, Saudi Arabia, Alowaiesh Bassam , Alnusaire Taghreed
Published: April 2024

Olive (Olea europaea L.) is one of the most important horticultural crops in Saudi Arabia. High temperatures are typical in most regions during the summer season. This study explored the effect of high temperatures on diverse olive cultivars (Manzanillo, Chemlali, and Picual) grown in three different geographical locations in Saudi Arabia (Sakaka, Basita, and Al-Qurayyat). Sakaka region was classified as a hot region, while the Basita and Al-Qurayyat regions were characterized by relatively mild or low temperatures. Genotypic components were assessed by studying Amplified Fragment Length Polymorphism (AFLP) molecular markers and physiological, anatomical, productive, and oil quality parameters. The evaluated genotypes displayed considerable variation across the three studied locations. Picual exhibited more heat tolerance, followed by Chemlali and Manzanillo. The high temperature in Sakaka negatively impacted critical characteristics related to olive growth, production, and quality. Results revealed that linoleic acid, oil acidity, total phenols, upper epidermis, palisade tissue, vascular bundle area, and mesophyll were the most appropriate parameters for predicting the impact of high temperatures. These traits were highly correlated with Sakaka and were highly and significantly associated with all the studied markers. Also, significant interactions between locations and genotypes showed that the means for most of the studied traits were the highest in Basita region.
Protective Responses of the Intestinal Epithelial Cell Line HT-29 Cells Exposed to Dephosphorylated Salmonella Flagellin [RESEARCH NOTE]
Authors:   Department of Animal Science and Technology, Konkuk University, Seoul 05029, Republic of Korea, Baik Heyeon , Cho Jaiesoon
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to describe the effects of Salmonella Typhimurium flagellin (SFL) dephosphorylated by sweet potato purple acid phosphatase (PAP) on the protective responses of the intestinal epithelial cell line HT-29 cells. The enzyme was reported to display a broad substrate specificity for various organic phosphorylated conjugates and phosphoproteins. Dephosphorylation of SFL by sweet potato PAP decreased to 35% in the presence of 0.05 mM vanadate as compared with the negative control (p < 0.05). Intact SFL and the SFL treated with sweet potato PAP did not remarkably induce the activation of caspase-3 in HT-29 cells at all the tested levels of the substrate. Intact SFL maximally induced the release of IL (interleukin)-8 in HT-29 cells at 1000 ng/mL (p < 0.05). However, the SFL treated with the enzyme inhibited the release of IL-8 at over 100 ng/mL of the substrate as compared with intact SFL, resulting in an approximately 8-fold decrease even at 1000 ng/mL (p < 0.05). The SFL treated with the enzyme decreased the activation of the total ERK1/2 in the cells to 1.9 and 1.7–fold at 10 and 1000 ng/mL of the substrate, respectively, as compared with intact SFL (p < 0.05). In conclusion, sweet potato PAP could be a promising tool for controlling excessive inflammation during Salmonella infection in animal husbandry, and the enzyme could be a safe alternative that can overcome the drawbacks of chemotherapy.
An Analysis of the Challenges and Barriers Confronting the Primary Education System in Karachi, Pakistan
Authors:   Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science & Technology Karachi, Abdul Rasheed Rubab , Ammara Umm e ,   Sindh Maddarsatul Islam University, Khoso Farzana Jabeen ,   Shah Abdul Latif University
Published: April 2024

Introduction: This research examines the primary school education system in District South Karachi, focusing on pertinent issues. An essential component of any society's progress is education. It is one of society's primary cornerstones. Everything that has happened in the world has its roots in education. Methodology: Using a simple, descriptive survey, this research analyzes primary school education in District South Karachi. A sample of one hundred primary school teachers is randomly selected from public sector schools. Data is collected through a questionnaire assessing primary education challenges, with responses quantified on a Likert scale. Analysis entails frequency, percentage, and mean score calculations. Results/Findings: Teachers highlight prevalent issues in primary education, emphasizing the need for increased knowledge and motivation to address challenges in coordination with management, administrators, and policymakers. This focus is crucial for enhancing academic performance and student achievement. Future Direction: The study recommends policymakers and school management prioritize addressing identified issues to improve teacher performance and student outcomes. Efforts should concentrate on enhancing teacher knowledge and motivation to resolve challenges collaboratively with stakeholders.
Impact of Questioning Strategies on Reading Comprehension of Pakistani O-Level Students
Authors:   Khawaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Sarwat Samina , Asghar Mobin ,   Khawaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology, Shahzad Syed Khuram ,   University of Sindh, Shahzad Waheed ,   Khawaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology
Published: April 2024

Introduction: This research investigates the impact of questioning strategies on the reading comprehension skills of Pakistani O-Level students. The study employed a true experimental research design, dividing 30 students from FFC Grammar School and College, Goth Machi, Sadiqabad, into Control and Experimental groups based on age and capability. Methodology: Random sampling formed the Control and Experimental groups, with both undergoing pre and post-tests to assess reading comprehension levels. While the Control group received traditional teaching methods, the Experimental group received treatment involving diverse questioning techniques during reading activities. Results/Findings: Statistical analysis revealed significant differences favoring the Experimental group. The implementation of varied questioning techniques led to improved comprehension of complex texts among students in this group. Future Direction: This study underscores the efficacy of well-planned questioning approaches in enhancing reading comprehension. Further research could delve deeper into refining and optimizing these strategies to foster even better academic outcomes for O-level students in Pakistan.
Bacteriophage therapy: An introduction and revitalized therapy for Klebsiella spp and Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections
Authors: Aziz Umar , Afzal Arzoo , Rehman Shafiq Ur
Published: April 2024

We are living in a microbial world and microbes like bacteria are affecting our lives in positive and also negative ways they are commensals in our bodies they play key roles in sustaining our environments and they are causing diseases. Bacteriophage therapy once considered a promising alternative to antibiotics is now being revitalized as a potential treatment for infections caused by Klebsiella spp and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. In recent years the rise of multidrug-resistant bacteria has become a major concern in healthcare settings. Antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains have emerged as a result of antibiotic abuse making it more and more difficult to treat illnesses. Bacteriophages that specifically target and infect bacteria offer a potential solution to combat these drug-resistant infections. This review article provides an introduction to bacteriophage therapy and highlights its potential use in treating infections caused by Klebsiella spp and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The article addresses the urgent need for alternative strategies to antibiotics and explores the use of bacteriophages as biocontrol agents.
Clinical Study of Acupuncture Combined with Alteplase and Tirofiban in the Treatment of Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke
Authors: Liu Zhen , Peng Zhiyong , Xu Liandeng , Zheng Ping
Published: April 2024

Background The clinical efficacy of acupuncture combined with alteplase and tirofiban in the treatment of patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) was investigated. Methods A total of 130 AIS patients who were treated in our hospital from February 2019 to February 2022 were selected and randomly divided into an observation group with 65 cases and a control group with 65 cases by random number table method. Patients in the control group were treated with conventional treatment and alteplase as well as tirofiban, while those in the observation group were additionally treated with acupuncture on the basis of the control group. The clinical efficacy, National Institute of Health Stoke Scale (NIHSS) and Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) scores, and the levels of inflammatory factors as well as vascular endothelial function indexes were compared between the two groups. Results After the treatment, the total effective rate in the observation group was obviously higher than that in the control group (P<0.05). The NIHSS score in the two groups was significantly lower while the MMSE score was evidently increased compared with those before the treatment. The change in the observation group was significantly greater than that in control group (P<0.05). After the treatment, the levels of hypersensitive C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) in both groups were distinctly lower than those before the treatment, and the levels in the observation group were evidently lower than those in the control group (P<0.05). Nitric oxide (NO) level in the two groups was obviously increased compared with that before the treatment while endothelin-1 (ET-1) level was remarkably decreased. The change in the observation group was evidently greater than that in the control group (P<0.05). In addition, there were no adverse reactions in the two groups during the treatment. Conclusion Acupuncture combined with alteplase and tirofiban in the treatment of patients with AIS has a significant effect, which can ameliorate symptoms of neurologic impairment, vascular endothelial function and hemorheological status, improve the quality of daily life, and alleviate inflammation in patients. Moreover, it has favorable safety.
Capital social de las bases de rondas campesinas de la sectorial San Lorenzo y la democracia participativa
Authors:   Universidad Nacional Pedro Ruiz Gallo, Lambayeque, Perú, Sifuentes Chuquimango Marco Humberto
Published: April 2024

En el presente artículo el autor observa que las 09 rondas campesinas o bases de ronda (1er nivel orgánico consolidadas desde 1984), que pertenecen a la Sectorial San Lorenzo (comité que lidera y agrupa a las 09 bases ronderiles), perteneciente al distrito de Florida, provincia de Bongará, región Amazonas, surcaron percances con las autoridades locales respecto al desarrollo de sus centros poblados; siguen siendo acosados por el poder judicial por la confrontación al crimen organizado; a pesar de tener bajos niveles de instrucción educativa y socioeconómicos, etc. Al no existir investigaciones que expliquen la fuerza vital que impulsa a esta organización social aún vigente, se busca comprender el capital social de las bases ronderiles y el fortalecimiento de la democracia participativa en la sectorial San Lorenzo. Se optó por un enfoque Cualitativo, de método inductivo, nivel descriptivo de diseño hermenéutico de tipo fenomenología eidética. Se aplicó la entrevista como técnica y como instrumento la guía de entrevista, siendo aplicado a un total de 16 personajes ronderiles; se encontró que el capital social de las bases ronderiles se afianza en el derecho consuetudinario que a su vez interioriza elementos esenciales como la confianza, cooperación, valores éticos y democráticos, que aportan al fortalecimiento de la democracia participativa de la sectorial San Lorenzo ya que desde su núcleo o bases de ronda practican la democracia directa ronderil, pero en su interlocución con el estado y sociedad, incursionan de manera activa a través de la democracia participativa. Por tanto, se concluye que el capital social de esta sectorial ronderil es asertivo en el plano sociopolítico del distrito, ya que auspician mejores escenarios de participación ciudadana, desarrollo y paz en sus territorios.
7. Sintesis Senyawa Turunan Aseton Peroksida Sebagai Material Energetik Yang Potensial Untuk Bahan Peledak/Bom Pada Lingkungan Berair
Authors: Soelistyo Tri , Sudjatmoko Hengki , Maulani Muhammad , Risnandar Tarya , Ramadhan Ivan Septiana , Setriawati Tati , Fahmi Ice , Bawono Bagas Aji
Published: April 2024

Senyawa turunan aseton peroksida (3,3-Dimethyl-1,2-dioxacyclopropane) didapatkan dengan mereaksikan aseton dan hidrogen peroksida memiliki spesifikasi dapat meledak dalam lingkungan berair sehingga menjadi material energetik yang potensial sebagai bahan peledak pada lingkunganberair. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan informasi tentang sintesis TCAP dan DCAP, dan sifat fisiko-kimia kedua bahan tersebut. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, didapatkan randemen produk sebesar 59,48% untuk senyawa DCAP dan 57,12% untuk senyawa TCAP. Pengujian uji ledak di lingkungan berair dapat terinisiasi dengan baik pada inisiasi elektrik dengan kondisi 9 Volt dan 0,21Ampere.
1. TANTANGAN DAN SOLUSI DALAM PERAWATAN ARMADA C-130 HERCULES DEMI MENDUKUNG PENGEMBANAN MISI NEGARA
Authors: Krisna Lelmalaya Budi , Anham Saiful , Aqbiel Surya Saputra Mohammad , Nur Fitrianti Tria
Published: April 2024

Tantangan dalam pengoperasian pesawat C-130 Hercules adalah masa operasionalpesawat yang terbatas akibat structural fatique, keusangan teknologi, dan perubahan peraturanpenerbangan yang dapat mempengaruhi akses ke wilayah tertentu di dunia. Hal tersebutmengharuskan negara mengalokasikan sumber daya lebih dalam bidang perawatan danpemeliharaan demi menjaga kelangsungan misi pesawat C-130 baik untuk tujuan pengangkutanpersonil, penyelamatan tanggap bencana, ataupun misi lain sesuai dengan kebutuhan negara.Penelitian ini mengelaborasi modifikasi pesawat dengan cara modernisasi Center Wing BoxReplacement dan Avionic Upgrade Program (AUP) sebagai pilihan bagi armada yang mengharapkanuntuk menjaga pesawat tetap beroperasi selama beberapa tahun. Metoda penelitian yangdigunakan adalah metode penelitian studi literarur yang diperoleh dari berbagai referensi yangsesuai dengan kebutuhan penelitian. Hasil kesimpulan yang dapat diambil, Opsi modernisasimerupakan solusi yang lebih hemat biaya, lebih mudah dilakukan, memberikan ketersediaanpesawat yang lebih tinggi karena berkurangnya waktu perawatan dan dapat memenuhipersyaratan navigasi serta keselamatan yang dibutuhkan untuk dapat beroperasi dalam jangkawaktu lebih lama.
7. PENGGUNAAN BANDAR UDARA DALAM MENDUKUNG LATIHAN DAN OPERASI PENERBANGAN TNI AU
Authors: Dedy Setiawan  , Bambang Eko  , Hikmat Zakky A  , Priyanto E
Published: April 2024

Konsep penggunaan bersama Pangkalan Udara dan Bandar Udara merupakansalah satu opsi yang ditempuh pemerintah untuk mengakselerasi pembangunan nasionalyang dihadapkan dengan keterbatasan yang ada. Namun demikian, dengan penerapankonsep kerjasama penggunaan bersama tentunya berimplikasi kepada dua kepentingan yaitukepentingan ekonomi dan kepentingan pertahanan dalam hal ini latihan dan penerbanganmiliter. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji pengaturan atau regulasi tentangpenggunaan bersama pangkalan udara dan bandar udara serta implementasi penggunaanbersama pangkalan udara dan bandar udara terhadap latihan dan penerbangan TNI AUdan pengaturan. Metode yang digunakan adalah studi pustaka dan pendekatan deskriptifekplanatoris. Dari hasil Penelitian terhadap 5 aspek yang meliputi Institutional Arrangement,Legal Arrangement, Financial Arrangement, Technical Arrangement dan OperationalArrangement ditemukan persoalan diantaranya adalah bahwa di Bandara Halim P. belumdibentuk gugus tugas sipil-militer atau Airport Collaborative Decision Making (ACDM)sebagaimana penerapan Civil Use on Military Aerodrome pada Euro Control selain itubelum ada Perjama antara TNI AU dengan pengelola Bandara sebagai tindak lanjut dariMoU antara Kemhub, TNI AU, PT AP I, dan PT AP II sehingga belum ada batasan DaerahLingkungan Kerja (DLKr) antara sipil dan militer.
1. THE MOST POPULAR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE APPLICATION USED BY AEROSPACE ENGINEERING STUDENTS’ TO LEARN MATHEMATICS
Authors: Rindu A. Funny  , Ndaru A. Purnami  , Maria A.D. K  , Fajar K. Rahmawati
Published: April 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) develops over time. Education is concurrently the AI evolution,sometimes in front, sometimes behind. Education underlies AI, and later on, AI is used in education. Therefore, the utilization of AI in education cannot be denied. There are many advantages, but also some limitations and ethical issues that arise from the use of AI in education. There are many applications of AI in mathematics scattered throughout society, but not all of them are useful enough. Thus, the purpose of this research is to gain the famous application AI in mathematics (app AI math) that is mostly used and recommended by the students’ experience in doing and learning mathematics. T-test independent samples were used to test the score of two groups, using the AI math app or not, in order to know whether it was affected or not. The result of this research is that the most popular app is Photomath, followed by ChatGPT and Mathway. But still, many students did not use this app. Relating to their score, the students who have used the AI math app to learn math before are not different from the students who do not use the AI math app.
双语教学在医学院发展之路
Authors: 李成  , 洪巧
Published: April 2024

李成1，洪巧2
1.泗水人民医院，山东济宁；
2.黑龙江工程学院昆仑旅游学院，黑龙江哈尔滨
摘要：双语教学是我国教育领域的新举措，也是我国改革开放，与国际接轨，教育改革发展的必然趋势。高等医学独立院校实施双语教学是实现高等医学教育国际化，培养面向现代化、面向未来、面向世界的复合型人才的有效途径。医学类独立院校的双语教学还处在起步和尝试阶段，许多理论与实践问题还存有较大的分歧。我们应当在积极的探索实践中，及时总结经验，取长补短，并采取有效措施，促进双语教学这项工作的顺利进行。同时，还要坚持不懈，持之以恒，努力找到一条适合我国医学类独立院校发展的双语教学之路，以取得最佳的教学效果，培养出高水平的、适合我国社会全面发展需要的医学专门人才。
新技术教学课程改革探索
Authors: 赵辉  , 何波
Published: April 2024

赵辉1，何波2
1.中清能绿洲科技股份有限公司，北京；
2.曲阜远东职业技术学院，山东曲阜
摘要：电力电子技术具有发展速度快的特点，新的技术和应用领域不断出现，加强电力电子新技术的教学可以扩展学生知识面，掌握电力电子技术发展新方向。这一部分的特点是没有定量计算、难度不大、但对于资料的收集工作量比较大，根据这些特点，在教学中，可以将这部分安排给每个学生进行讲解，在讲解前每个同学查找相关资料，然后对资料进行分类总结，加入自己的理解，在讲解过程中既可以使用多媒体也可使用板书的形式，讲解后学生之间可以相互提出问题，相互讨论，形成良好的研究氛围。在这种学生自主教学的过程中，既提高了学生查找资料的能力，也能提高学生的概括的创新能力，还为研究生毕业学术论文的撰写提供了相关的经验。