bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparison of Children’s Communication Checklist Between Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Hearing Adolescents
Authors:   Department of Speech Therapy, Rehabilitation Research Centre, School of Rehabilitation Science, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Sadati Sahar , Mohamadi Reyhane ,   Department of Speech Therapy, Rehabilitation Research Centre, School of Rehabilitation Science, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Kamali Mohamad ,   Department of Rehabilitation Basic Sciences, Rehabilitation Research Centre, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: December 2023

Background and Objectives: The present research compared pragmatic abilities between deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH), and hearing adolescents using the children’s communication checklist (CCC). Methods: In this study, 16 hearing adolescents aged 11–16 and 16 deaf and DHH adolescents with similar chronological ages participated. The CCC was completed with parents of DHH and hearing adolescents. Results: The study’s results revealed that DHH and hearing adolescents had a significant difference in pragmatic composite scores (PCS) and the score of all CCC subscales. The results showed that in all subscales of the CCC, DHH adolescents received lower scores from their parents than hearing adolescents. The inappropriate initiation and stereotyped language subscales of the CCC had the highest correlation rates. Also, the pragmatic composite score showed the highest correlation with the stereotyped language subscale. Conclusion: DHH adolescents showed weaker performance in pragmatic skills than hearing adolescents.
Simulation of Reactive Sputtering. Review
Authors:   Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University, Shapovalov V. I.
Published: December 2023

This paper takes a critical look at the evolution of reactive sputtering modeling over the past 50 years. The review summarizes the main regularities of the processes of film deposition of simple metal compounds (nitrides, oxides, oxynitrides, carbides, etc.) discovered experimentally by various researchers. The above features include significant non-linearity and hysteresis. In the 1970s, specific models of isothermal chemisorption were proposed. These models were based on the assumption that a compound film is formed on the target due to chemisorption. Their development led to the emergence of a general model of isothermal chemisorption, which was supplemented by processes on the surfaces of the vacuum chamber wall and the substrate. The model has undergone numerous transformations for application to a variety of reactive spray applications. At the next stage in the development of modeling a reactive sputtering (RSD) model was proposed based on the implantation of reactive gas molecules into the target, bulk chemical reaction, chemisorption, and the «knock-on» effect (implantation of adsorbed recoil atoms or molecules that received an impulse from an accelerated argon ion). Another direction in the development of modeling is represented by a non-isothermal physical and chemical model, in which the Langmuir isotherm and the law of mass action were used. Various modifications of this model made it possible to describe reactive sputtering processes in more complex cases, when a hot or sandwich target is included in the sputtered unit.
Time Series Forecasting. Forecasting Payments of Physical Individual Customers’ Payments of an Power Supplyenergy Sales Company
Authors:   Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University, Eroshin A. V. , Potapova M. A. ,   Peter the Great Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University, Lonchina A. E. ,   Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University
Published: December 2023

This article solves the problem of forecasting a time series which describesing electricity payments of individualfor electricity by physical customers of a power supplyn energy marketing company. The complex and non-stationary nature of the time series, along with it is complex and non-stationary, seasonality and trend are expressed in it, which limits indicates that it is impossible to choose using simpler forecasting methods, such as extrapolation or naive forecasting method. Therefore in this regard, various machine learning methods and neural networks were chosen to solve the problem, various machine learning methods and neural networks were chosen which can find complex dependencies in data and learn to predict them. To solve the problem, several regression models of machine learning were chosen, often used in solving time-series forecasting problems, for example, XGBoost, SVM, LSSVM, LGBM, and Gradient Boosting, as well as neural networks, such as LSTM, RNN, and CNN. The best result was obtained using a regression support vector regression machine (SVR) machine. This implementation of this model has been integrated into a web application for time-series forecasting. The article also discusses an algorithm for determining the stationarity of a series using the Dickey–Fuller test and bringing a time series to a stationary series one by differentiating the former one a time series. In addition, the article addresses discusses the problem of forecasting emissions (peaks). Most forecasting methods do not solve the problem of predicting peaks because they consider them statistical outliers. In the article, this problem is solved by separating the peaks into a separate time series and predicting them separately from the main series with further connection of the two forecasts.
Dacha as a social and economic phenomenon and its role in rural development in Russia
Authors: Nefedova Tatiana G. , Treivish Andrey I.
Published: December 2023

This article delves into the proliferation of dacha as a second / temporary country residence for urbanites in Russia. The phenomenon is viewed from a socio-cultural and economic perspective, uncovering the reasons behind their popularity among Russian city dwellers­. These reasons are related to the geographical, historical, and economic features of the nation as well as to the evolution of rural areas and agriculture across various zones. The article analyzes the diversity of second homes, their types, quantities as well as ­preferences and activities of dacha dwellers (dachniks), their socio-economic composition­ and the challenges they face, contingent on the geographic location of these estates and the demand for them among specific urban groups. It is found that the interaction ­between dachniks who come from urban centers, local communities, and rural economies, as well as the distinctive facets of dacha life, vary markedly depending on the natural and socio-economic conditions, which are largely shaped by the remoteness of a place from cities. Special emphasis is put on the distribution and distinctiveness of dachas in the Non-Black Earth zone regions of central Russia, where their prevalence and significance are especially pronounced.
The influence of crop structure elements on the seed productivity of soybean collection samples
Authors: Ashiev A. R. , Khabibullin K. N. , Skulova M. V.
Published: December 2023

Relevance. An integral part in the creation of new varieties is the study of the elements of the crop structure of collection samples, and the determination of their impact on yield will allow the inclusion of samples with their optimal ratio in the breeding process.Methods. The research was carried out in the fields of the “Donskoy” Research Center in 2019–2021 in accordance with the Methodology of the State Variety Testing (2019) and the Methodology of Field Experience (2012). The objects of research are 85 soybean samples from the world collection of the N.I. Vavilov All-Russian Institute of Plant Genetic Resources (VIGRR) of domestic and foreign breeding.Results. The most productive were samples with plant height 55–70 cm, attachment height of the lower bean 16–17 cm and 20–21 cm, number of branches 1.0–1.5 pcs/rast, number of beans 30–35 pcs/rast, number of seeds 65–70 pcs/rast, weight of 1000 seeds 140–150 g and 190–200 g, weight of seeds from a plant 11–12 g, period vegetation period is 112–114 days, protein content is 39.0–39.5%, fat content is 21.0–21.5%.
Development of scientifically based approaches to the design of specialized food products for gerodietetic nutrition
Authors: Varivoda A. A. , Keniyz N. V. , Rebezov M. B.
Published: December 2023

For the first time, system analysis and system synthesis of technological flows for the production of functional food products of a new generation were applied and element-by-element flow structures were worked out on a simulation model. The information obtained is systematized in accordance with the scheme of the functional structure of the search for a technical solution and used to create operator models.For the first time, models of drinks for herodietic purposes have been developed, the technological flow has been worked out in production conditions. Information on nutritional and biological value was obtained, the safety of biologically active substances was established by the example of certain types of new beverages in the production and storage process.Regulatory documentation for herodietic drinks has been developed and approved.The creation of models and regulatory documentation for herodietic beverages, technological schemes of production and control will allow the production of herodietic products to be created at Russian enterprises. All drinks are produced in production conditions. The article presents the basic principles of the development of drinks for older generations, adequate to their needs. Formulas of multicomponent herodietic drinks based on grain and vegetable raw materials were developed using the principles of food combinatorics, oat broth was used as the basis, vegetable raw materials — carrots and pumpkin, and fruit — apples. Rationally constructed nutrition, especially for people over 60 years of age, helps to optimize the metabolic state of the body and increases the level of protection of the bodyʼs response to adverse environmental factors, therefore, the proposed beverage formulations are designed in accordance with the daily functional and physiological norm of the elderly.
Epizootic situation of bacterial kidney disease (BKD)
Authors: Alontseva D. A. , Droshnev A. E. , Zavyalova E. A.
Published: December 2023

Relevance. Bacterial kidney disease (BKD, corineal renal infection, Di disease), the causative agent of which is the gram–positive non-spore motionless bacterium Renibacterium.salmoninarum, is a common disease of salmon fish (Salmonidae), which causes significant damage to fish production in aquaculture and the development of the industry, as well as reduces the number of wild populations.

The purpose of this review was to analyze the epizootic situation of bacterial renal disease (BKD) among wild salmon and fish populations in aquaculture on the territory of the Russian Federation, as well as in other countries.

The article presents information on the incidence of BKD in the world and on the territory of the Russian Federation for the period 1933–2023, shows data on the spread of the disease among wild populations and farmed fish in aquaculture, describes possible transmission routes, native and suspected vectors of infection.

Methods. The authors consider measures to control the growth of the incidence of BKD in the world and on the territory of the Russian Federation. Due to the lack of an effective vaccine and a method of treatment, the most affordable method of controlling the spread of the disease is timely diagnosis. The article describes the methods developed for fast and effective diagnostics by the staff of the Laboratory of Ichthyopathology of the FSC VIEV: microagglutination reaction (PMA) and polymerase chain reaction in real time (real-time PCR).

Results. Unlike classical bacteriological methods, these reactions allow for the indication and identification of the causative agent of BKD within 24 hours.
Changes in the cellular composition of blood in horses in acute laminitis
Authors: Nefedov A. M. , Lutsai V. I. , Kontsevaya S. Yu. , Rudenko A. A.
Published: December 2023

Relevance. Equine laminitis is a multi-organ disease that can affect important systems of the horse’s body in the most neglected cases, but most often the hooves are affected, which in turn affects the economic component of the owner of the sick animal.

Methods. The work was performed on two groups of horses. The first group included clinically healthy horses, the second group had clinical signs of laminitis. Blood for tests was taken in compliance with a starvation diet and the rules of asepsis and antiseptics from the jugular. The calculation of the leukocyte formula was carried out manually. The results were systematically evaluated and compared with each other to calculate the percentage ratio.

Results. It was found that with laminitis there is a significant change in the cellular composition of the blood, in horses of the experimental group there is an increase in leukocytes (by about 302.5%), which may be associated with an inflammatory process in the body that triggers the active production of lymphocytes into the bloodstream. There is also an increase in segmented neutrophils when calculating the leukocyte formula (by 41.52%). This change is most likely caused by traumatic damage to the sole of the hoof. In this case, the increase in segmented neutrophils will be influenced by granulocyte colony stimulating factor (G-CSF), a hormone that stimulates the production and release of neutrophils from the bone marrow.
Application of near infrared spectroscopy for identification and quantitative determination of amino acids in their crystalline and salt forms in the preparation of animal feed
Authors: Buryakov N. P. , Buryakova M. A. , Shapovalov S. O. , Kornilova E. V. , Palamarchuk D. V. , Zhuravlev A.  E. , Hatem S. , Donets R. A. , Altukhov T. D.
Published: December 2023

Methods. For the first time, a comprehensive calibration model has been developed and presented for the rapid determination of basic near-infrared spectroscopy (IR) methods in feed amino acids, with application in the production of animal feed. The research principle is based on the Fourier equation for spectroscopy. In this work, Fourier methods in the Italian region (FTIR, FT-NIRS) were applied. The data obtained from the calibration models were confirmed using high-performance liquid chromatography. FT-NIR predictions agreed well with the chromatography data and had predictive deviation (RPD) values >1.3 in all cases.Results. The results indicate that FT-NIR spectroscopy can be used as a simple and rapid tool for monitoring amino acids. In the course of the work, experimental confirmation of previously known facts was obtained — the possibility of visual separation of the spectra of not only counterfeit amino acids, but also the possibility of separation by L- and DL-optical isomers. The work shows that the discrepancies between the values obtained by the classical “wet chemistry” method and the values obtained from the constructed calibration models do not exceed the reproducibility limits of arbitration methods. A predictive model was used based on information flow elements using the OPUS/QUANT2 software package for multivariate calibration and construction of calibration models for amino acids. This chemometric analysis proved the fundamental possibility of determining amino acids in the product. It has been shown that the use of information channels opens up opportunities for the use of many chemometrics algorithms, including data preprocessing and the construction of predictive models.
Cervical Tuberculous Spondylitis
Authors: Prihartomo Gatot Aji , Wirdayanto Ade , Hakim Muhammad 'Azmi
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Cervical tuberculous spondylitis is a rare disease and low prevalence in all spinal diseases. The cervical region is more vulnerable to volume addition because of tight space in the spinal canal that could damage neurological function.
Case description: A 25-year-old female with pain in the posterior of her neck. The pain was accompanied by numbness and tingling that radiated from the hind neck to the left hand. She had no systemic symptoms. She also had a small-sized lump in her hind neck. The patient admitted that she had undergone an antituberculosis drug regimen three months before. The neurological and physical examination revealed hypesthesia in the left upper limb and gibbus in the hind-neck which was approximately one centimeter in diameter. MRI examination revealed that suspicion of cervical tuberculous spondylitis. The patient had undergone debridement laminectomy and posterior stabilization surgery. The pathology impression revealed that supporting tuberculous chronic specific spondylitis.
Discussion: Progresivity of abscess led to necrosis of the bone and its surrounding tissue that could cause deformities and neurological symptoms.
Conclusion: Cervical tuberculous spondylitis is a very rare case, because it used to be in lumbar or thoracic vertebrae.  If this case had been left untreated, it would have a severe prognosis.
A METHODICAL APPROACH TO ASSESSING THE COMPETITIVE IMMUNITY OF THE REGION
Authors:   Ukrainian State University of Chemical Technology, Pysarkova Valeriia , Strelchenko Inna ,   Alfred Nobel University
Published: December 2023

The article examines existing approaches to assessing the competitive immunity of the region. The article proposes and examines in detail the author's methodical approach to assessing the competitive immunity of the region. In the course of the study of sustainable competitive immunity of the region, three basic subsystems of the analysis were summarized and defined: socio-economic component, industrial component and ecological-resource component. A conceptual scheme of factors influencing the competitive immunity of the region is presented. An algorithm for assessing the level of competitive immunity of the region is presented. The article proposes a system of indicators for assessing the level of competitive immunity of the region relative to the specified subsystems. According to the proposed model, it is proposed to carry out an integral assessment of the level of competitive immunity in the studied region on the basis of the obtained values of complex indicators from the socio-economic, industrial and ecological-resource subsystems. The integral indicator of the assessment of the level of competitive immunity in the proposed system is determined by the product of the indices of changes in the criteria of a set of socio-economic, industrial and environmentalresource indicators. It is advisable to interpret the obtained results of the integrated assessment of the level of competitive immunity taking into account the established limits of permissible values presented in the work. The article presents the types of competitive immunity of the region: unhealthy immunity, moderate immunity and healthy immunity. By «healthy» competitive immunity of the region, we understand its composition and level of development, which ensures the effective functioning of the region and ensures a high competitive position among other regions. By «moderate» competitive immunity of the region, we understand its composition and level at which the region is characterized by minor signs of an unstable state. «Unhealthy» competitive immunity of the region is such a composition and level of development that do not allows or hinder the effective functioning of the region.
УДОСКОНАЛЕННЯ КЛАСИФІКАЦІЇ РИЗИКІВ СТРАТЕГІЧНОГО УПРАВЛІННЯ ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯМ КОНКУРЕНТОСПРОМОЖНОСТІ РЕГІОНУ
Authors: Лу Лю
Published: December 2023

Втримання регіонами конкурентних позицій пов’язане з впливом низки різноаспектних ризиків. Для українських регіонів перелік таких ризиків збільшується ще й через війну з рф. Кризові ситуації завжди спричиняють трансформації моделей просторового розвитку регіонів, а нові ризики фактично окреслюють такі зміни. Отже, ідентифікація та уточнення ризиків регіонального розвитку є актуальним завданням в контексті забезпечення їх конкурентоспроможності. Метою статті є розширення класифікації ризиків стратегічного управління забезпеченням конкурентоспроможності регіону. Предметом дослідження є ризики, які впливають на забезпечення конкурентоспроможності регіону. Об’єктом дослідження є процеси стратегічного управління регіоном. Методи дослідження: логічний аналіз, узагальнення, систематизація. У статті за результатами аналізу виокремлюваних науковцями ризиків процесів регіонального стратегування запропоновано всі ризики процесів регіонального стратегування поділяти за етапами: 1) ризики на етапі розроблення/удосконалення стратегічних документів, які регламентують розвиток регіону; 2) ризики на етапі стратегічного управління розвитком регіону. Ризики процесів розроблення стратегічних документів запропоновано систематизувати за такими розділами: консультаційні, кадрові, організаційні, адміністративні. Ризики стратегічного управління запропоновано систематизувати за такими розділами: політичні, геополітичні, законодавчі, соціальні, екологічні, техногенні, технологічні, економічні, ризики розвитку регіону, форс-мажорні, повоєнні інші. Кожен з розділів включає свої групи та види і різновиди ризиків. Такий підхід дозволяє точніше ідентифікувати ризики та мінімізувати їх або уникати взагалі. Результати дослідження можуть бути покладені в основу подальших наукових розвідок та використані у практичній діяльності регіональних органів влади при розробленні стратегічних документів, які регламентують розвиток територій.
Los retos y oportunidades de la economía española: una perspectiva de largo plazo
Authors: Lacuesta Aitor , Vallés Javier
Published: December 2023

Desde la crisis financiera de 2008, la economía española ha sufrido un frenazo en el proceso de convergencia en renta per cápita con la UEM. Esta falta de convergencia ha venido determinada, fundamentalmente, por la persistencia en el tiempo de una productividad inferior a la media de los países de la UEM y una tasa de empleo reducida. El artículo hace un breve repaso de los factores económicos e institucionales que tradicionalmente se han relacionado con ambos problemas. Finalmente, se analiza en qué medida el Plan de Recuperación, Transformación y Resiliencia (PRTR) puede revertir, al menos en parte, esta falta de convergencia.
AÇÕES AFIRMATIVAS NO ENFRENTAMENTO DO ANALFABETISMO DE JOVENS E ADULTOS NO BRASIL
Authors: Rodrigues de Moura Elaine Cristina , Zamot Carneiro Rubiana , Fogaça Rodrigues Maricato Andreia
Published: December 2023

O objetivo deste artigo é explorar a perspectiva do analfabetismo e o direito à educação no Brasil, que consiste em um direito fundamental social, que proporciona ao indivíduo a plena realização de suas aptidões para viver uma cidadania inclusiva dentro dos ditames da democracia. O ordenamento jurídico pátrio oferece um cronograma legislativo extenso, mas a segregação educacional ocasionada pelo analfabetismo ainda ocupa um triste local de destaque. Nesse contexto, meios de efetivação deste direito social ocorrem por intermédio do Estado, consistindo em políticas públicas para tentativa de melhor promover a garantia do princípio da dignidade da pessoa humana, pois é necessário compreender que a falta do ato educacional alija o indivíduo de ter acesso a outros direitos e condições básicas da vida, como emprego, bens e serviços. A partir da pesquisa desenvolvida, por método documental e bibliográfico fica claramente constatado que em que pesem todos os esforços empreendidos pelo Estado, ainda não se encontrou o norte adequado para alcançar as metas para a promoção do direito à educação para jovens e adultos, sendo de extrema urgência que o poder legislativo pátrio estabeleça regras cogentes pois uma nação carente em educação, além de violar regras e princípios, enfraquece o poder de decisão de seu povo.
The Penerapan Strategi Pembelajaran Reading Aloud dalam Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar pada Pembelajaran Tematik Muatan Bahasa Indonesia Siswa Kelas I B MI Negeri 2 Pangkal Pinang
Authors: Tantri Tantri
Published: December 2023

This research is the result of studies and observations of the results of student learning by considering the learning process without using Reading Aloud Learning Strategy with learning using Reading Aloud Learning Strategy. This type of research is classroom action research (Classroom Action Research), using qualitative descriptive approach, this study aims to find out about implementation of Reading Aloud Learning Strategies, and improving learning outcomes students after using the Reading Aloud Learning Strategy on Thematic learning of Indonesian language content on students' reading texts in class I B MI Negeri 2 Pangkalpinang in Pangkalpinang. The data analysis is conducted by describing or explaining conditions associated with research objectives, how to calculate results the value obtained by students during the learning process, percentage and presentation of tables and figures related to variable conditions research such as the average value of students, the number of students who completed, the number of students who did not complete, the percentage of completeness was minimal, the activeness of students following lessons in each cycle. The results of the analysis present an increase in student learning outcomes in Thematic learning of Indonesian language content in reading texts and Cycles I and II using the Reading Aloud Learning Strategy. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the Learning Strategy. Reading Aloud has been proven to improve student learning outcomes in learning Thematic content of Indonesian in the text reading material. It can be seen from the results of the average student learning, such as cycle I with an average of 65 (46.8 %), cycle II is 78.1 (96.8%).
HUKUM ISLAM MEMAKNAI SHOPEEPAYLATER DALAM MEMENUHI KEBUTUHAN KELUARGA
Authors: Destiana Yolanda
Published: December 2023

Abstract :

This article discusses the shopeepaylater payment method in meeting family needs according to Islamic Law. Shopeepaylater is one of the latest innovations from shopee, where people can receive goods first and then make payments. With the existence of this shopeepaylater, Indonesian people are greatly helped to meet family needs, from primary needs to secondary needs. However, the Muslim community has slightly forgotten the Islamic Law contained in the shopeepaylater.  In Islamic Law literature, there are various forms of business cooperation transactions, both commercial and social, one of which is in the form of "alqardh". Al-qardh is the provision of assets to others that can be collected or requested again without expecting rewards or in other words, it is a lending and borrowing transaction without additional conditions at the time of returning the loan. This shopeepaylater work system is still not in accordance with Islamic Sharia Law (Alqardh) because interest is still charged when choosing an installment payment and a fine is charged if the payment exceeds the given maturity period.
Siðr, Religion and Morality
Authors: Taggart Declan
Published: December 2023

The religious semantics of Old Norse siðr have been heavily scrutinized by scholars over the last fifteen years, yet its moral dimensions have almost not been considered at all. In this, research on siðr may reflect the lack of attention paid in general to the morality of worshippers of Old Norse gods, beyond considerations of honour and masculinity. With this article, I aim to fill this gap in scholarship and to assess whether siðr’s moral semantics developed with the Christianization of the North or pre-existed it.
To begin, I survey the earliest surviving instances of siðr and distinguish a range of denotations from their uses, from “religious praxis” to “individual practice” to “moral”. The last of these senses first clearly appears in Harmsól in the twelfth century, although moral dimensions do arise earlier. Despite the dearth of earlier attestation, it is proposed on the basis of those moral dimensions in earlier usage and the term’s geographical spread (as well as its etymological derivation) that siðr “moral” was popular and relevant during the Viking Age.
The article concludes by briefly considering the relationship between morality and religion in the context of siðr, chiefly through the prism of legal change. Christian siðr may be inflexible already in the late Viking Age; however, siðr associated with Old Norse gods may also be less accommodating than is sometimes assumed, given how deeply embedded Old Norse religion was in the lives of its adherents and its possible legal and administrative connections. Siðr may not have meant “moral” for any Old Norse speaker in the same way as moral does for a speaker of modern English, and the evidence is too provisional to promote its use as an emic term for a Viking Age code of conduct. Nevertheless, siðr is the extant word that most captures that concept.
SYSTEM AS A WHOLE AND EDUCATION AS A SYSTEM: RELEVANT THOUGHTS AND CONSIDERATIONS
Authors: Lamanauskas Vincentas
Published: December 2023

It is obvious that the World is the largest and most complex system. It is obvious that the essence of the World cannot be known without analysing it as a system. System (gr. system - connected, composed of parts) – a collection of elements components) that are interconnected by certain connections; this forms a whole in one form or another. The whole can be understood quite differently (various contexts), but basically, three important moments can be distinguished: a system as a certain whole (a certain organised and interacting set of components, performing a certain function (s) and having a purpose (s)), a system as philosophy (simply all things in the world are connected), a system as technology (technological system or systems act as certain entities). Of course, the goal here is not to discuss deep methodological issues of systematics (systemology).
AZERBAIJANI ADAPTATION OF THE PERCEIVED SCHOOL EXPERIENCE SCALE: EXAMINING ITS IMPACT ON PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS AND SCHOOL SATISFACTION
Authors: Rustamov Elnur , Zalova Nuriyeva Ulkar , Allahverdiyeva Malak , Abbasov Tahmasib , Rustamova Narinj
Published: December 2023

School experience holds significant importance in the realm of educational environments in the 21st century. Thus, the aim of this study was to adapt the Perceived School Experience Scale for application among Azerbaijani adolescents and examine the interconnections between school experience, psychological distress, and school satisfaction. Data were collected from 1095 Azerbaijani adolescents (635 female and 456 male). Throughout the adaptation process, confirmatory factor analysis, assessments of criterion-related validity, and reliability were conducted. Additionally, the associations between school experience, psychological distress, and school satisfaction were explored through mediational analysis. The results from the confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated that the questionnaire encompassed 14 items, featured three school-related protective factors, and displayed an acceptable fit. The scale has been found to have satisfactory reliability coefficients for both its factors and the overall score. Furthermore, the findings established that school experience exhibited positive correlations with school satisfaction while demonstrating negative associations with psychological distress. Finally, the results unveiled that psychological distress played a mediating role in influencing school satisfaction through the pathways of school experience. These findings collectively suggest that the Azerbaijani version of the Perceived School Experience Scale boasts commendable psychometric properties.
Keywords: school experience, school satisfaction, psychological distress, scale adaptation
Mitra Härkönen: Power and Agency in the Lives of Contemporary Tibetan Nuns: An Intersectional Study
Authors: Sharapan Maria
Published: December 2023

Book review of Mitra Härkönen: Power and Agency in the Lives of Contemporary Tibetan Nuns: An Intersectional Study. Sheffield: Equinox Publishing, 2023, 252 pp.
Block designs from self-dual codes obtained from Paley designs and Paley graphs
Authors:   Faculty of Mathematics, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia, c Dean Crnkovi , Grbac Ana ,   Faculty of Mathematics, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia, Svob Andrea v ,   Faculty of Mathematics, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Published: December 2023

In 2002, P. Gaborit introduced two constructions of self-dual codes using quadratic residues, so-called pure and bordered construction, as a generalization of the Pless symmetry codes.
In this paper, we further study conditions under which the pure and the bordered construction using Paley designs and Paley graphs yield self-dual codes.
Special attention is given to the binary and ternary codes.
Further, we construct \(t\)-designs from supports of the codewords of a particular weight in the binary and ternary codes obtained.
Bussey systems and Steiner's tactical problem
Authors:   Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, USA, Colbourn Charles J , Kreher Donald L ,   Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan, USA, Ostergård Patric R. J ,   Department of Information and Communications Engineering, Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering, 00076 Aalto, Finland
Published: December 2023

In 1853, Steiner posed a number of combinatorial (tactical) problems, which eventually led to a large body of research on Steiner systems.
However, solutions to Steiner's questions coincide with Steiner systems only for strengths two and three.
For larger strengths, essentially only one class of solutions to Steiner's tactical problems is known, found by Bussey more than a century ago.
In this paper, the relationships among Steiner systems, perfect binary one-error-correcting codes, and solutions to Steiner's tactical problem (Bussey systems) are discussed.
For the latter, computational results are provided for at most 15 points.
Steiner triple systems of order 21 with subsystems
Authors:   Department of Information and Communications Engineering, Aalto University, 00076 Aalto, Finland, Heinlein Daniel , Ostergård Patric R J ,   Department of Information and Communications Engineering, Aalto University, 00076 Aalto, Finland
Published: December 2023

The smallest open case for classifying Steiner triple systems is
order 21. A Steiner triple system of order 21, an STS\((21)\), can have
subsystems of orders 7 and 9, and it is known that there are
12,661,527,336 isomorphism classes of STS\((21)\)s with sub-STS\((9)\)s.
Here, the classification of STS\((21)\)s with subsystems is completed by
settling the case of STS\((21)\)s with sub-STS\((7)\)s.
There are
116,635,963,205,551 isomorphism classes of such systems. An estimation
of the number of isomorphism classes of STS\((21)\)s is given.
Bush-type Butson Hadamard matrices
Authors:   Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB T1K 3M4, Canada, Kharaghani Hadi , Pender Thomas ,   Department of Mathematics, University of Simon Fraser, Burnaby BC V5A 1S6, Canada, Land Caleb Van't ,   Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB T1K 3M4, Canada, Zaitsev Vlad ,   Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge AB T1K 3M4, Canada
Published: December 2023

Bush-type Butson Hadamard matrices are introduced. It is shown that a
nonextendable set of mutually unbiased Butson Hadamard matrices is obtained by
adding a specific Butson Hadamard matrix to a set of mutually unbiased
Bush-type Butson Hadamard matrices. A class of symmetric Bush-type Butson
Hadamard matrices over the group \(G\) of \(n\)-th roots of unity is introduced that
is also valid over any subgroup of \(G\). The case of Bush-type Butson Hadamard
matrices of even order will be discussed.
A family of \(2\)-groups and an associated family of semisymmetric, locally \(2\)-arc-transitive graphs
Authors:   Faculty of Mathematics, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia, Hawtin Daniel R , Praeger Cheryl E ,   Department of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, WA 6009, Australia, Zhou Jin-Xin ,   School of Mathematics and Statistics, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing 100044, P.R. China
Published: December 2023

A mixed dihedral group is a group \(H\) with two disjoint subgroups \(X\) and \(Y\), each elementary abelian of order \(2^n\), such that \(H\) is generated by \(X\cup Y\), and \(H/H'\cong X\times Y\). In this paper, for each \(n\geq 2\), we construct a mixed dihedral \(2\)-group \(H\) of nilpotency class \(3\) and order \(2^a\) where \(a=(n^3+n^2+4n)/2\), and a corresponding graph \(\Sigma\), which is the clique graph of a Cayley graph of \(H\). We prove that \(\Sigma\) is semisymmetric, that is, \({\mathop{\rm Aut}}(\Sigma)\) acts transitively on the edges but intransitively on the vertices of \(\Sigma\). These graphs are the first known semisymmetric graphs constructed from groups that are not \(2\)-generated (indeed \(H\) requires \(2n\) generators). Additionally, we prove that \(\Sigma\) is locally \(2\)-arc-transitive, and is a normal cover of the `basic' locally \(2\)-arc-transitive graph \({\rm\bf K}_{2^n,2^n}\). As such, the construction of this family of graphs contributes to the investigation of normal covers of prime-power order of basic locally \(2\)-arc-transitive graphs – the `local' analogue of a question posed by C. H. Li.
Splitness of the Veronesean dual hyperovals: a quick proof
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Technical University Kaiserslautern, 67653 Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dempwolff Ulrich
Published: December 2023

Satoshi Yoshiara shows in [7] that
the Veronesean dual hyperovals over \({\mathbb F}_2\) are of split type.
So far there exists no published proof
that a Veronesean dual hyperoval over any finite field of even characteristic
is of split type.
In this note
we give a quick proof of this fact.
Desain Panoramic Container Pool 2 In 1 Sebagai Sarana Peningkatan Kompetensi Underwater Welding di Jawa Timur
Authors: Risdianto Anauta Lungiding Angga , Jakfar Amin , Sahari
Published: December 2023

Jawa Timur merupakan daerah yaag memiliki banyak penduduk, dengan nilai IPM rata-rata mencapai 65,3 %. Akan tetapi, hal ini tidak sebanding dengan perkembangan industri khususnya reparasi kapal, sebanyak 28 galangan yang ada di Jawa Timur. Permasalahan yang ada saat ini berupa lamanya proses reparasi kapal pada bagaian lambung. Kendala tersebut berupa lama waktu kapal naik dock. Melihat hal tersebut perlu adanya pengembangan kompetensi untuk mempercepat proses reparasi. Metode yang dilakukan pada penelitian ini berupa research and development berupa observasi dan study literatur untuk penentuan desain konseptual sarana peningkatan kompetensi. Hasil dari penelitian berupa desian konseptual  Panoramic Container Pool 2 In 1 dengan ukuran kontainer 40 feet. Desain digambarkan secara 2D dan 3D. Dimana Panoramic Container Pool 2 In 1 dapat digunakan sebagai sarana pelatihan kompetensi underwater welding.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Sejarah Indonesia Berbasis Game Edukasi Untuk Siswa Kelas 7 Madrasah Tsanawiyah Al-Hafizh Rajeg
Authors: Saputri Fiqih Hana , Putra Gharifa Al Ikhsan Ananda
Published: December 2023

MTS Al-Hafizh Rajeg merupakan sekolah yang berlokasidi Tangerang. Kurangnya pengetahuan siswa terhadap Sejarah di Indonesia merupakan masalah yang sedang terjadi. Maka, dibuatlah media pembelajaran sejarah indonesia berbasis mobile untuk mempermudah siswa belajar sejarah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengembangkan game edukasi sejarah Indonesia yang dapat meningkatkan minat dan pemahaman peserta didik MTs Al-Hafizh Rajeg tentang materi sejarah Indonesia yang ada pada mata pelajaran Pendidikan kewarganegaraan. Metode yang digunakan adalah Metode Waterfall. Penelitian ini menggunakan Construct 2 dalam pembuatan media pembelajaran yang menarik, interaktif, dan user friendly. Dari hasil perhitungan tingkat kelayakan dapat diketahui nilai kepuasan responden dari pengisian koesioner sebanyak 95% dari 10 responden, dapat disimpulkan bahwa media pembelajaran Sejarah Indonesia ini telah mencapai tingkat kepuasan yang baik. Secara keseluruhan, pengembangan game edukasi sejarah Indonesia ini memiliki potensi yang baik untuk meningkatkan minat dan pemahaman peserta didik MTs Al-Hafizh Rajeg terhadap materi sejarah Indonesia yang ada pada mata pelajaran Pendidikan kewarganegaraan.
Determination of Supply Strategy for Beef Price Stability in Balikpapan: Game Theory Approach
Authors: Abdallah Bayu Nur , Wardani Fatia Sukma , Hertadi Christopher Davito Prabandewa
Published: December 2023

Fulfillment of beef availability needs to be considered to maintain a balance between supply and demand. This is because the market often experiences price fluctuations due to stock imbalances. This research aims to identify the most effective strategy using a game theory approach to guarantee the availability of beef and maintain price stability in Balikpapan, where Balikpapan always brings in beef from outside the area, both local and imported beef. This research provides valuable insight into the importance of collaboration between the parties involved, namely local beef traders and importers. This research also serves as a guide for decision makers in the beef industry to achieve an optimal balance between supply and demand. The results obtained through pure strategic analysis indicate a competitive situation between local traders and beef importers. Both parties adopted the same strategy to maintain a 100% stock level, which resulted value of the game is 55,673,262,189.
Analysis of the Impact of Construction and Demolition Waste Project in Surabaya on Socio-Economics and the Environment
Authors: Beatrix Michella , Sarya Gede , Hartatik Nurani
Published: December 2023

Surabaya is the second largest city in Indonesia, which has a developing construction industry. Many ongoing projects indicate this, be it road construction projects, buildings, warehouses, etc. As more construction work occurs, more construction and demolition waste is generated, which can impact the social, economic, and environmental impacts. This research aims to measure the magnitude of the impact of construction and demolition waste on projects in Surabaya. Measuring the importance of the impact uses respondents' perceptions using an instrument in the form of a questionnaire, where the respondents in this study are contractors working on construction and demolition projects in Surabaya. The collected questionnaires were processed using the Partial Least Square (PLS) method with SmartpLS 4.0 software. The results obtained were that the impact of construction and demolition waste on social factors was 28.5%, economic factors 39.9%, and environmental factors 52.6%.
Experiences of discharge planning practices among Indonesian nurses: A qualitative study
Authors: Kurniawan Titis , Nilmanat Kittikorn , Boonyasopun Umaporn , Ganefianty Amelia
Published: December 2023

Background: Discharge planning is vital to preventing hospital readmission, and nurses play a key role. The COVID-19 pandemic has posed challenges to hospital services that may persist or recur. Therefore, exploring nurses’ experiences with discharge planning practices before and during this pandemic is crucial.
Objective: This study aimed to describe the experiences of discharge planning practices among nurses at an Indonesian tertiary hospital before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods: A qualitative descriptive study design was used. Telephone interviews were conducted to collect data among ten nurses from March 2019 and continued between December 2020 and August 2021. Content analysis was done for data analysis.
Results: Two main themes emerged: 1) Challenges in discharge planning practices and 2) Perceived discharge planning as a professional responsibility. Implementing the inpatient ward fusion policy as part of the hospital’s pandemic response presented greater challenges to nurses in coordinating care and performing discharge planning. Fear of COVID-19 infection, social distancing measures, and using personal protective equipment also affected how nurses delivered discharge education during the pandemic. However, the nurses sensed a greater responsibility to ensure the maintenance of essential components of discharge planning procedures to guarantee the patient’s capability to perform self-care at home.
Conclusion: Nurses viewed discharge planning practices as their responsibility and continued them during the pandemic despite facing various challenges. In addition to recognizing the significance of nurses’ roles in discharge planning practices and overall patient care, it is crucial to anticipate and address the diverse working patterns and styles among healthcare professionals in unified wards, ensuring effective coordination.
HEALTH CARE ELECTRONIC SYSTEM IMPLICATIONS TOWARD DECREASING DELAYS
Authors: Ahmad Almeshari, Meshari , Hammad Khalid Fahad Al , Aljarboua Yousef Saleh , Alsubaie Homoud Fehaid , Fehaid Alsubaie Homoud , Alsubaie Alfdeea Hamdan , Alajmi Mohammed Saleh , Alhanaya Naif Saleh , Abdullah Al Mutairi Saad , Alosbany , Awad Olyan , Alharbi Sultan Saud , Alonazi Hanan Ageel , Alqahtani Ayedh Theeb
Published: December 2023

: In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare delivery, the adoption of electronic systems has emerged as a critical strategy to mitigate delays and enhance the efficiency of healthcare processes. This research paper explores the implications of health care electronic systems in the context of reducing delays within healthcare settings. Through a comprehensive review of the literature and an analysis of real-world case studies, this study examines the multifaceted impact of electronic systems on reducing patient waiting times, streamlining administrative tasks, and optimizing clinical workflows. The findings reveal that the integration of electronic health records (EHRs), appointment scheduling systems, and telemedicine platforms has the potential to significantly decrease delays in patient care, improve access to healthcare services, and enhance overall patient satisfaction. Additionally, the study highlights challenges and considerations associated with the implementation of these systems, including data security and interoperability issues. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on the role of electronic systems in healthcare and underscores their transformative potential in addressing delays and advancing the quality of patient care. The healthcare landscape is continually evolving, driven by technological advancements and a relentless pursuit of improving patient care. One of the persistent challenges in healthcare has been delays – delays in accessing care, delays in receiving diagnoses and treatment, and delays in the overall healthcare process. These delays not only affect the patient's experience but can also have significant implications for healthcare outcomes. In response to these challenges, the healthcare industry has turned to electronic systems as a powerful tool for reducing delays and enhancing the efficiency of healthcare delivery. Electronic systems encompass a wide array of technologies and tools, ranging from Electronic Health Records (EHRs) to appointment scheduling systems and telemedicine platforms. These systems have the potential to revolutionize the way healthcare is delivered, bringing about transformative changes across various facets of healthcare provision.