bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Modern aspects of the monitoring of a burn wound readiness for autodermoplasty
Authors: Zurnadzh'yants V. A. , Kchibekov E. A. , Ragimov R. M. , Melnikova K. Yu.
Published: May 2024

The leading principle of burned patients’ treatment is to perform free autodermoplasty with split autodermografts. The main criterion for a successful plastic surgery is the percentage of engraftment of skin grafts. The issues of readiness of burn wounds for such surgical interventions continue to be studied and remain open at the present time. The degree of readiness of burn wounds for skin grafting is known to depend on many factors, among which the state of the microbial flora and the level of bacterial contamination of the wound surface play an important role as one of the main criteria for maintaining inflammation in the wound. The method of cytological examination of prints from burn wounds has found wide application, which is associated with the peculiarities of pathomorphological processes in burn wounds. Great importance is attached to studying the state of microcirculation in the wound using laser Doppler flowmetry in order to determine the perfusion and reparative ability of granulation tissue of a burn wound. However, in addition to local criteria, general condition of the body and the state of its immune system in particular should be taken into account. A great number of research works is devoted to the study of immune reactions in response to burn injury. The results of these studies also make it possible to identify certain criteria for predicting the success or chance of unsatisfactory outcomes of autodermoplasty. The levels of hemoglobin and total protein allowing to expect successful surgical treatment have been determined. In spite of the wide range of methods to determe the readiness of a wound for autodermoplasty, many of them are imperfect and nonspecific. The development of complications in the form of lysis or rejection of skin grafts, the maintenance of inflammatory processes, the development of a shortage of donor resources, mortality and the likelihood of developing severe cicatricial deformities in long-term results depend on the quality and timing of surgical treatment. Therefore, the problem of uniform criteria identification for the readiness of a burn wound surface for plastic surgery remains relevant for combustiologists and surgeons.
Dynamics of metalloproteinases in acute bacterial prostatitis during combination therapy
Authors: Maslyako V. V. , Pavlova O. N. , Sultonov F. P.
Published: May 2024

The purpose of the study – to study the effect of combination therapy, including magnetolaser exposure and the use of photodynamic therapy on the state of matrix metthaloproteinases in acute bacterial prostatitis. Materials and methods. An analysis of the treatment of 30 patients from whom approval was received for conducting a study with an established diagnosis of acute prostatitis of bacterial nature. For this purpose, men aged 18–40 years were selected, the average age was 32 ± 2 years. To conduct the study, the men were divided into three groups of 15 people each. Group 1 included patients who received a combination of antibiotic therapy and magnetic laser therapy as the main treatment. In group 2, patients who received antibiotic therapy and magnetic laser therapy were supplemented with photoditazine at a dose of 0.8 mg/kg per 100 ml. To compare laboratory parameters, a third group (group 3) of 15 relatively healthy men of the same age was formed. To assess the effectiveness of treatment, a dynamic study of metalloproteinase-1 inhibitor (TIMP-1), as well as metalloproteinases (MMPs) -1, -2, -3, -7, -8, -9, into the blood serum. Results. It has been established that the use of photodynamic therapy and laser irradiation of blood in the complex treatment of acute bacterial prostatitis leads to an early recovery of serum MMPs, and as a result, an early relief of signs of inflammation, while the use of this method contributes to a greater number of recoveries, is well tolerated, has a few side effects, which can serve as recommendations for a wider range of the use of this technique in the treatment of acute bacterial prostatitis.
Clinical features and management of VEXAS syndrome in critical care: a scoping review protocol v2
Authors: Satoh Kasumi
Published: May 2024

Objective: This study aims to understand the scope and types of evidence regarding the clinical characteristics and management strategies of VEXAS syndrome in critical care settings. Introduction: VEXAS syndrome is a newly identified autoinflammatory disease, first described in 2020, which primarily affects men over 50 years of age. While the mortality rate of VEXAS syndrome is high, ranging from 20-50%, its clinical manifestations are diverse. As a newly discovered disease, the diagnosis and management of VEXAS syndrome pose significant challenges. Although patients with VEXAS syndrome may exist in critical care settings, there is a lack of systematic evidence regarding its diagnosis and management. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a scoping review of VEXAS syndrome in critical care to demonstrate the scope of currently available evidence. Inclusion criteria: The target participants include patients with VEXAS syndrome who require critical care, regardless of age, sex, or disease duration. The concept is to explore the clinical characteristics and management strategies. The context does not restrict patient location, region, race, or gender; all English language literature is considered. Methods: A literature search uses the keyword "VEXAS syndrome" or “Vacuoles, E1 enzyme, X-linked, Autoinflammatory, Somatic” in MEDLINE, CENTRAL, Embase, and Web of Science databases. In the initial screening step, two independent reviewers assessed all titles and abstracts, excluding irrelevant articles. The second screening follows the same inclusion criteria, thoroughly examining full texts.
Digestion with NEBNext dsDNA Fragmentase (M0348) v1
Authors: England Biolabs New
Published: May 2024

NEBNext dsDNA Fragmentase is an enzyme-based reagent that shears DNA to produce fragments of the desired sizes in a time-dependent manner, for next generation sequencing library preparation protocols dsDNA Fragmentase provides random fragmentation, similar to mechanical methods (1,2).
Orexin A Analysis in Plasma v1
Authors: daniel daniel.dautan , Svenningsson Per , Paslawski Wojciech
Published: May 2024

Mouse plasma analysis of Orexin A using Novus Biologicals ELISA kit (NBP2-80231).
NATIONAL AND INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTION: REGULATION IN THE CONDITIONS OF MARTIAL LAW
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Radchenko Liliya
Published: May 2024

Background. The article is devoted to the consideration of the peculiarities of the legislative regulation of adoption (adoption) relations in the conditions of martial law in Ukraine, the characteristics of the conditions and restrictions on the adoption of children, including those who are outside Ukraine by both citizens of Ukraine and foreigners, to the study of the normative principles of adoption in Ukraine and the practice of applying this institute in the conditions of martial law, formulating conclusions and proposals for improving the national system of legal regulation of relations on adoption, protection of the rights and interests of children. Methods. In the process of researching the regulatory regulation of adoption relations under martial law, generally philosophical and specifically legal methods of researching social regularities, legal phenomena, and legal categories were used. Results. The article notes that currently the adoption procedure in Ukraine, as a whole, remains unchanged. At the same time, in the current difficult conditions, the state has simplified record-keeping, as well as increased the level of information support for the adoption process. The article emphasizes that in the conditions of martial law it is impossible to ensure a high-quality verification of the documents of foreign citizens who have expressed a desire to adopt a child, therefore, since the introduction of martial law in Ukraine, activities on interstate adoption have been suspended. The adoption situation remained uncertain until June 1, 2023, when the procedure for adopting children residing outside of Ukraine by citizens of Ukraine was regulated for the first time. At the same time, a general ban was established on the adoption of children by citizens of Ukraine who temporarily or permanently live (stay) outside of Ukraine, and by foreigners. Conclusions. When relating to foreigners, the establishment of such restrictions is completely natural and reflects the national orientation of the social policy of the state, which is interested in raising children, first of all, citizens of Ukraine, then the establishment of such restrictions for citizens of Ukraine who are abroad is hardly justified, taking into account non-discriminatory principles regulation of social relations in a legal and democratic state, and can be explained only by certain difficulties in carrying out the adoption procedure itself.
FACTORS DETERMINING THE CHOICE OF UNIVERSITY BY CANDIDATES
Authors: Szeląg-Sikora Anna , Oleksy-Gębczyk Aneta , Kowalska-Jarnot Katarzyna
Published: May 2024

The presence of non-public schools on the polish higher education market has led to increased competition and constituted a fundamental incentive to introduce marketing management in universities, both public and private. The educational services market is dominated by price competition, supported by promotional activities. Image and price are the two most important reasons for taking up studies at a given university, and the image is a particularly important source of building a university's competitive advantage. However, between public and private universities in Poland, there are significant differences in terms of image structure. The aim of this article is to examine what identity factors are decisive for candidates, what sources of information about the university were most important for candidates.
INDIVIDUALISATION OF STUDENTS' LEARNING IN GRADES 5-8: EXPERIENCES OF TEACHERS
Authors: Braslauskienė Rasa , Jacynė Reda , Tolutienė Gitana , Zubrickienė Ilona
Published: May 2024

The article analyses the experiences of teachers in general education schools in the field of individualisation of students’ learning in grades 5–8. It theoretically discusses individualised learning strategies based on the guidelines of universal design for learning approach and teachers’ abilities in selecting approaches to individualise students’ learning. The implementation of individualised learning requires an increasing amount of theoretical and practical preparation of teachers in order to facilitate students' individualised learning. Teachers, therefore, need to explore innovative strategies and approaches to meet the broad and ever-changing learning needs of their students, to diversify their methods and to create dynamic learning experiences for their students. The analysis of the qualitative research findings has revealed that: teachers’ experiences of individualising students' learning are varied, conditioned by the ability to know the personal characteristics and abilities of the student; teachers’ experience of individualising teaching is characterised by a collaborative approach to dialogue and reflection; teachers’ insights into the strengths and weaknesses of their ability to individualise students' learning; and teachers’ insights into practical experiences of using the methods of individualisation.
PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENHANCING SALES IN COSMETICS PRODUCTION SECTOR THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS
Authors: Jakštiene Sandra , Meište Ruta
Published: May 2024

The paper deals with the promotional opportunities enhancing sales in the cosmetics production sector through social media platforms (SMPs). This topic holds significant relevance in the contemporary business landscape. Firstly, in the digital age, consumer behavior is evolving rapidly, with SMPs becoming integral in shaping purchasing decisions. Understanding the dynamics of consumer engagement and preferences on these platforms is crucial for cosmetics producers seeking to optimize their promotional strategies. Moreover, as the cosmetics industry increasingly transcends geographical boundaries, social media provides a global platform for reaching diverse audiences. Understanding how to tailor promotional efforts to different demographics and cultures is vital for international market expansion, and this study addresses these considerations. The aim of the research is to analyse the promotional opportunities for enhancing sales in the cosmetics production sector through social media platforms. Methods: analysis of scientific literature, questionnaire survey, analysis of information sources, data summarisation, graphical representation. The results obtained through the questionnaire survey indicate a relatively low level of popularity in the analyzed cosmetics production sector. Consequently, respondents encountered challenges in providing comprehensive responses due to this limited awareness. The survey further highlights that the company primarily employs a modest set of fundamental sales promotion methods on social networks.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION OF UKRAINIAN SCHOOLCHILDREN DURING DISTANCE LEARNING
Authors: Sorokolit Nataliia , Moskalenko Nataliia , Rymar Olha , Matviiv Vasyl , Pasichnyk Viktoria , Solovey Alla , Mandiuk Andriy , Malanchuk Halyna
Published: May 2024

The article addresses the challenges associated with fostering the physical development of Ukrainian schoolchildren connected with distance learning in physical education. The primary conditions for adopting distance learning stemmed from the Covid-19 pandemic and now confronts military aggression from Russia. The goal: to track the progress of 7th-grade students' physical development through remote physical education learning programme. Research methods: theoretical analysis, literature review, pupil questionnaire, pedagogical experiments, and statistical analysis. Surveying 126 7th-grade pupils (60 boys and 66 girls) revealed a prevailing preference for traditional face-to-face physical education classes. Only 11.11% of pupils considered distance learning to replicate a well-structured physical education session. Results showed that 84.12% believed remote lessons influenced their motor activity, physical fitness, and interest in exercises, 57.15% reported decreased personal motor activity, 42.85% felt their physical fitness remained unchanged. The methods employed by teachers during distance learning included fitness programmes (58.73%), general developmental exercises (42.86%), and strength exercises (36.51%). Approximately 22.22% of pupils indicated a tendency to disengage from distance lessons. The authors’ remote physical education learning programme proved effective fitness indicators among the experimental group (EG) pupils compared to the control group (CG). Statistically significant differences were established across multiple physical fitness indicators for 7th-grade EG schoolchildren.
PARTICIPATION OF ROMA PUPILS IN NON-FORMAL EDUCATION IN LITHUANIA
Authors: Gudžinskienė Vida , Kairienė Brigita , Petrauskienė Alina , Raudeliūnaitė Rita , Sadauskas Justinas , Žibėnienė Gintautė
Published: May 2024

While Lithuania has made significant progress in integrating Roma pupils into the education system, real changes are still insufficient and require attention to the participation of Roma pupils in non-formal education. The aim of this paper is to highlight the opportunities and limitations of Roma pupils' participation in non-formal education. Semi-structured interviews were used to collect qualitative data. The participants in the study included 11 parents of Roma pupils, 8 school social pedagogues, and 3 workers from NGOs. Content analysis was conducted. Roma parents relate the benefits of non-formal education to children's meaningful leisure time, the development of skills necessary for a successful future, and the improvement of health. Parents face problems related to the accessibility and financing of non-formal education for pupils with special needs. Social pedagogues observe the involvement of primary school Roma pupils in events, various sports, or art groups. However, teenagers tend not to participate in non-formal education at school. Teenagers engage in non-formal education outside of school when events or sports activities are financed by sponsors rather than the family budget. Recognition of the contribution of NGOs in supporting and involving Roma pupils in non-formal education is crucial. This support is not only important for the promotion of Roma identity but also for strengthening the motivation of teenagers to attend school classes.
VISUALIZING EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION: PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS’ VIEWS
Authors: Topuzov Oleh , Malykhin Oleksandr , Aristova Nataliia , Zahorulko Maryna , Lipchevska Inna
Published: May 2024

The study’s major purpose was to compare primary school teachers’ views on visualizing educational information under conditions of the reform of Ukrainian education being in progress and unforeseen global impacts (martial law in Ukraine and the Covid-19 pandemic). The survey was conducted within the time period of 2019 spring – 2022/2023 winter. The total number of respondents consisted of 265 primary school teachers. Gradual primary school teachers’ reorientations regarding the essence of visualizing educational information were determined as a strong positive tendency: from the position of its identification associated with the didactic field of the use of visual means to the consideration of visualizing educational information as an effective didactic tool boosting the use of interactive methods of teaching and learning in primary school. A significant rethinking of the didactic potential of using visualization in the educational process of primary school was being observed. The implementation speed of forms, methods and means of information visualization in the educational process of primary school changed positively as a result of experimental didactic influences. But the dynamics of changes was not correspondingly enough to the needs of modern educational requirements. Concluded the inappropriate development of primary school teachers’ visualizing educational information skills that are to be intensively improved among primary school teachers.
MOTIVATION OF CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES OF PERSONS COMMITTING HATE CRIMES AND PREVENTION STRATEGIES
Authors: Muraševs Gints Georgs , Vilks Andrejs
Published: May 2024

The study aims to analyze the motivation of hate crime perpetrators to commit a hate crime and to analyze the possibilities for preventing hate crime in the context of education. The study's tasks are to find out what motivating factors a person has in committing hate crimes aswell as analyze the role of hate as an emotion in committing crimes. The role of education and the opportunities offered through education to reduce hate crime will also be assessed. The focus of the study is based upon the increasing focus of the European Union on reducing hate crimes in the Member States and the high impact of education on personal development, which can be a determining factor in a person's tendency to commit crimes. The results of the study will be able to be used in educational institutions to gain more detailed insights into factors motivating hate crimes so that pedagogical approaches can be developed and improved in order to reduce the tendency of individuals to commit hate crimes. The study will use the descriptive method to describe the personality and motivation of hate criminals to commit hate crimes, as well as a data analysis to draw conclusions about factors motivating crime.
THE IMPORTANCE OF MARKETING ACTIVITIES FOR THE FUNCTIONING OF THE UNIVERSITY
Authors: Szeląg-Sikora Anna , Oleksy-Gębczyk Aneta , Kowalska-Jarnot Katarzyna
Published: May 2024

At a time when the number of universities is growing, taking care of the image of a university is increasingly important. Traditional methods of promotion are no longer sufficient, because nowadays the choice of a university starts not with a visit to the university, but with checking its educational offerings on the Internet. This is why, in the digital age, universities need to adapt their marketing strategy to the new realities in order to reach prospective students and stand out from the competition. Many universities are actively taking advantage of the opportunities offered by the development of information technology, appreciating the importance of branding and adapting their course. This paper attempts to identify which 'communication pathway' is most frequently used by prospective university/faculty students. The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of promotional activities that influence prospective students' choice of university/department. The issues raised seem to be important due to the fact that radical changes in the education market have been taking place for several years now. On the one hand, there is a large supply of higher education institutions, both domestic and foreign, and on the other hand, there is a progressive demographic decline.
RESEARCH ON THE LEVEL OF PROFESSIONAL BURNOUT OF THE EMPLOYEES OF THE OUTPATIENT HEALTH CENTRE "X" THE FACTORS INFLUENCING IT, AND DEVELOPMENT OF RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BURNOUT MANAGEMENT IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Authors: Feofilova Anastasija , Kurmeļeva Alīna , Dubiņina Evita
Published: May 2024

Over the past three years, the COVID-19 pandemic caused medical congestion and increased the incidence of burnout among medical professionals. In Europe, about a third of medical professionals experienced burnout. The aim of the study is to investigate the burnout rate of the staff of the outpatient health centre “X” and to develop recommendations for reducing burnout in the work environment. Methods used were scientific literature analysis, interview of the heads of the structural units of the observed outpatient centre, Maslach Burnout Inventory, qualitative data analysis, and quantitative data analysis. The research took place in Riga in spring 2022. The study results showed that the average burnout level in this outpatient centre is middle level. The most suffer from burnout functional specialists.
THE INFLUENCE OF BODY POSITION ON THE SPEED OF A SIDE KICK IN KICKBOXING
Authors: Saulite Sergejs , Popova Anna , Pimenovs Einars , Ciematnieks Ugis , Bujak Zbigniew , Gierczuk Dariusz
Published: May 2024

Kickboxing is a combat sport where two types of fights occur: light-contact and full-contact. There is no limitation on the strength of kicks and punches in the latter type. In martial arts, athletes try to hit an opponent with as much speed and power as. The position of the upper body is indicated as the most important factor directly influencing the performance of the kicks. The aim of the research: to determine the effect of a change in the position of the upper body of a 14-16-year-old kickboxer on the time of execution of the side kick with the foot placed in front and the ground reaction force in the place, moving forward and in the counterattack, determining the time of the side kick and the ground reaction force of the take-off foot in three different upper body positions to give the execution time of each type of side kick and the ground reaction force of the take-off foot. The fastest side kick with the forward foot in place and moving forward will be in the upper body position 45° to the vertical axis, but performing side kick with the forward foot in counterattack and side kick moving forward from the position of the upper body 90˚ against the vertical axis was partially proved.
ACTUALIZATION OF DZIGORO KANO'S JUDO PHILOSOPHY FOR VIRTUE EDUCATION IN PRESCHOOL CHILDREN
Authors: Krauze Jekaterina , Bula-Biteniece Inta , Ābele Agita
Published: May 2024

The purpose of the article: in a theoretical analysis, to substantiate the usefulness of judo martial arts philosophy in the upbringing of virtues of preschool children (5-6 years old) in judo physical activities. The article examines the historical and cultural path of judo and its philosophical aspect in the education of moral qualities following the rules and self-control, managing emotions through regulators. The problem and actuality in the 21st century is the growing aggressiveness, cruelty and emotional indifference of children revealed in sports lessons. During the discussions, it was found that children do not know what virtues are. The work of sports teachers revealed that it is possible to use the principles of judo philosophy to promote the virtues defined in regulatory documents. The conducted research revealed that Judo philosophy is useful for realizing children's intellectual potential, promoting socio-emotional development, cultivating the virtues of honesty, mutual help, respect, friendship, kindness and courage in physical activities with Judo exercises. The disciplined exercises embodied in the Judo philosophy can help promote self-discipline, self-control and endurance.
Apresentação
Authors: Soares Claudia Campos , Menezes Roniere , Rowland Clara , Finazzi-Agró Ettore
Published: May 2024

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Ecosystem approach in practical training of linguists for professional activity
Authors:   Ural Federal University named after the First President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin, Kovaleva Aleksandra
Published: May 2024

Changes in the economy, socio-cultural sphere, geopolitics and society as a whole require reforms in the approaches to teacher training. Graduates should be prepared for modern requirements of educational institutions. Traditional approaches to the organisation of pedagogical practice do not respond to all challenges, it is necessary to consider new approaches. The paper defines modern didactic approaches to the organisation of practice of linguists: competence-based, personal-activity oriented, system-activity oriented and ecosystem approaches. The main characteristics of the ecosystem are considered. The analysis of scientific literature, the experiment with the organisation of practices of UrFU linguists, the survey of participants and the results obtained make it possible to verify the effectiveness of the ecosystem approach. The methods of the organisation of educational scientific-research work and pedagogical practices linguists are defined. The research provides examples of various activities for the organisation of educational scientific- research work and pedagogical practices of linguists in various educational institutions, provides statistics on satisfaction with the organisation of scientific-research work and pedagogical practices of all participants in the events. Statistics are provided on the evaluation of the experiment by all participants. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the ecosystem approach to the organisation of students' pedagogical practice.
Features of teaching the Russian history in educational organisations of the EMERCOM in modern realities
Authors:   Ural Institute of State Fire Service of EMERCOM of Russia, Shmurygina O. V. , Lozhkarev A. I. , Gazizova Yu. S.
Published: May 2024

The purpose of the article is to analyse the Concept of teaching the course “History of Russia” for non-historical specialties and areas of training and identify prospects for its implementation in educational EMERCOM organisations. The timeliness and relevance of the document was emphasized. The factors that account for the increased attention to the issues of studying the history of Russia are highlighted, a number of circumstances that should be taken into account in the process of teaching the discipline is described. The features of the application of various methodical means and techniques within the course “History of Russia” in the Ural Institute of State Fire Service of EMERCOM of Russia (taking into account the priorities of future professional activity of students) are described. The role of the teacher as a genuine mentor-educator, forming the patriotic historical consciousness of students in the process of personal-oriented teaching of historical discipline, has been determined.
Vigilancia comercial de Chondracanthus chamissoi (C. Agardh) Kützing, 1843
Authors: Soto Deza Nancy Mercedes , Vera Correa María Elena , León Marrou María Elena
Published: May 2024

El presente informe tiene como objetivo analizar la estrategia de mercado e identificar las oportunidades de oferta y demanda. La investigación es descriptiva, tipo transversal, pues se pretende describir la dinámica comercial de las algas a nivel local, nacional e internacional, de los extractores algueros de las provincias de Pacasmayo, Ascope y Trujillo. La población estuvo constituida por 190 extractores activos de las asociaciones de extractores de algas de las provincias de Pacasmayo, Ascope y Trujillo. La recolección de datos se obtuvo de primera fuente en entrevistas y, como información secundaria, se generó encuestas validadas. De los resultados encontrados, en la extracción promedio nacional del yuyo entre los años 2020 y 2021, la región La Libertad constituyó el 28 % del total reportado. Las asociaciones algueras de Trujillo, Ascope y Pacasmayo participaron con un 77 % en la extracción de algas en la región La Libertad. La producción de la macroalga Chondracanthus chamissoi es estacional y contempla los meses de enero, febrero, marzo, noviembre y diciembre son considerados como temporada alta, mientras que junio, julio y agosto pertenecen a la temporada baja. Concluyendo que la extracción de la macroalga Chondracanthus chamissoi en temporada alta alcanzó un volumen promedio de120 Kilogramos (Kg) por extractor, con un precio de S/ 0.5 y S/ 1.2 por kg y en temporada baja 8 kg, a un precio de S/ 5.00 por kg. Los principales compradores son acopiadores minoristas (62 %), mayoristas (28 %) y cevicherías, restaurantes y otros (10 %), constituyéndose en el nivel 1 del canal de distribución, situación que resta rentabilidad a los extractores. Respecto a las exportaciones, el 0.39 % son de algas aptas para consumo humano, a un precio internacional $3.50 por kg; y el 99.61 % corresponden a exportación de algas no aptas para consumo humano. La región La Libertad aportó algas aptas para consumo humano en un 2.3 % (2021). Del análisis de la oferta y la demanda se obtiene una brecha del 63 % (aproximado) de mercado insatisfecho, evidenciando que la demanda es superior a la oferta, con una proyección hasta el año 2025 del crecimiento de la demanda en un 5 % anual, por lo cual las OSPAS necesitan incrementar su oferta en un 20 % anual para cubrir la demanda bajo un escenario optimista; considerando que Chorndracanthus chamisoi, presenta características nutricionales ricos en macro y microminerales; con variabilidad de bacterias y hongos dentro de los estándares establecidos ubicándose en el nivel de calidad aceptable para consumo humano directo.
Polski słownik asocjacyjny. Dwie dekady. Tom 2. Od reakcji do bodźca
Authors: Rodziewicz Barbara
Published: May 2024

‘Polish Associative Dictionary. Two decades” comprises two volumes. The first one, authored by Roman Gawarkiewicz, contains empirical linguistic material organised according to the scheme from stimulus to response. The second volume, authored by Barbara Rodziewicz, presents linguistic data in the order from response to stimulus . The linguistic material included in both volumes of the dictionary was obtained as a result of association studies conducted in 2003 and in 2023. Students of various faculties and specialisations studying at Polish universities participated in both studies. The respondents were given questionnaires containing 110 stimulus words - the same in 2003 and 2023 - and were asked to write the verbal reactions they evoked in the form of a single word or phrase next to the stimulus words. The list of stimulus words included, among others, concepts covering such headword categories as anti-values, ideas and attitudes, names of actions, activities and states, names of communities and members of those communities, temporal symbols and concepts, names of objects of the surrounding natural world, and quantitative and qualitative categorisers.
In our opinion, the concept of both volumes of the dictionary, which contains a compilation of linguistic data obtained in the association studies of 2023 and 2003, can serve as a basis for intra-linguistic comparative analyses. This is because it makes it possible to infer both the scale of the linguistically determined perceptual limitations of the respondents and to describe the influence of the current socio-cultural background on this process, i.e. the current factors of decisive importance for the respondents in the process of choosing categorisation schemes for objects and phenomena of the surrounding world. In fact, the dictionary material will make it possible to come closer to answering questions about how people accumulate current experiences, what they remember and what they treat with conviction as norms and patterns around which their linguistic and cultural community unites.
Volume One contains headwords compiled on the basis of the data obtained in the 2023 and 2003 surveys. In the structure of each headword labelled with the date of the surveys, next to the stimulus word there are all the response words ordered according to the indicators of their frequency given by the respondents - from response words indicated most often to single response words. The entries are concluded with the following data - number of respondents who responded to the given stimulus word, number of different response words, number of respondents who did not respond, number of single responses.
The second volume was developed according to the key from response to stimulus. It contains a complete list of the collected results of the 2023 and 2003 association tests in the form of verbal responses given in alphabetical order, together with the numerical data characterising them.
Leadership of Female School Principals Based on School Culture at State Elementary School 2 Batu Beduk
Authors: Hidayah Nurul , Makki Muhammad , Hakim Mansur , Mustari Mohamad , Fahrudin Fahrudin
Published: May 2024

This research aims to describe the leadership of female principals based on school culture at SD Negeri 2 Batu Beduk, describe the leadership strategies of female principals based on school culture at SD Negeri 2 Batu Beduk, and describe the obstacles to the leadership of female principals based on school culture at SD Negeri 2 Batu. Beduk, which is the sub-focus of this research is leadership, leadership strategies, and barriers to leadership of female school principals based on school culture at SD Negeri 2 Batu Beduk. The method used in this research is a case study with a qualitative approach. Data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation with data reduction analysis, data display, conclusions, and data verification. The validity of the data is tested by credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The results of this research show that: 1) the leadership of female principals based on school culture at SD Negeri 2 Batu Beduk is democratic leadership, situational leadership, and participatory leadership. Meanwhile, the school's principles are religion, integrity, cooperation, and independence. 2) the leadership strategy of female principals based on school culture at SD Negeri 2 Batu Beduk is leading by example, motivate, enforce rules and respect. 3) the obstacles to the leadership of female principals based on school culture at SD Negeri 2 Batu Beduk are insignificant because the leadership of the principal is following the school culture
Mathematical model for controlling brain neuroplasticity during neurofeedback
Authors:   FRC A. V. Gaponov-Grekhov Institute of Applied Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Nuidel Irina , Kolosov Alexey ,   FRC A. V. Gaponov-Grekhov Institute of Applied Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Permyakov Sergei ,   National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Egorov Igor ,   National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Polevaya Sofia ,   National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Yakhno Vladimir ,   FRC A. V. Gaponov-Grekhov Institute of Applied Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this work is to apply a model of interaction between thalamocortical system modules to control brain neuroplasticity. Methods. Psychophysiological experiments on neurofeedback are being carried out, which consist of light stimulation of the eyes with monofrequency light pulses in the range of 4...20 Hz and recording the bioelectrical activity of the brain. As a characteristic of maturity, brain rhythms use the combination of the presence or absence in the bioelectrical activity of the brain of a dominant peak frequency in the alpha range of the EEG, the effect of assimilation of the rhythms imposed by stimulation, and the presence of a multiplying effect from the rhythms imposed by stimulation. Solutions to the model of an elementary thalamocortical cell, which is described by a system of differential equations, corresponding to a psychophysiological experiment are considered. The model is implemented using the Python. Results. The model parameters are selected in such a way as to achieve a qualitative correspondence of the spectral characteristics of the obtained solutions with the bioelectrical activity of the subject’s brain. Rhythmic maturity is assessed based on the parameters of the thalamocortical cell model. The brightness and frequency characteristics of light stimuli are selected based on the prediction of the model, the input of which is supplied with various variants of pulse sequences. Conclusion. A method has been developed for digital diagnostics of the level of brain rhythm maturity based on a comparison of modeling results and data from a psychophysiological experiment on neurofeedback. The evolution of model solutions depending on its parameters simulates the process of biocontrol of brain neuroplasticity, taking into account the initial level of rhythmic maturity and stress-induced distortions of neurodynamics. Experiments on the model with different parameters of the model and external signal can be used in the development of new neurofeedback protocols.
When Leaving is Persisting
Authors: Klein-Latucha Orly , Hershkovitz Arnon
Published: May 2024

We report on a large-scale, log-based study of the associations between persistence and success in an online game-based learning environment for elementary school mathematics. While working with applets, learners can rerun a task after completing it or can halt before completing and rerun it again; both of these mechanisms may improve the score. We analyzed about 3.1 million applet runs by N=44,323 1st–6th-grade students to have a nuanced understanding of persistence patterns, by identifying sequences of consecutive single applet runs (SoCSARs). Overall, we analyzed 2,249,647 SoCSARs and identified six patterns, based on halting and rerunning tasks, and their completion: 1) Single Complete, 2) Single Incomplete, 3) Some Incomplete and Single Complete, 4) Multiple Incomplete and No Complete, 5) Multiple Complete and No Incomplete, and 6) Multiple Complete and Some Incomplete. Expectedly, we found a positive correlation between SoCSAR length and success. Some patterns demonstrate low to medium positive associations with success, while others demonstrate low to medium negative associations. Furthermore, the associations between the type of persistence and success vary by grade level. We discuss these complex relationships and suggest metacognitive and motivational factors that may explain why some patterns are productive and others are not.
CJEU Decision C-107/23 PPU: Insights on the Protection of the EU Financial Interests and the National princIple of ”Lex Mitior”
Authors: Viorescu Razvan
Published: May 2024

The request came from a Romanian court in the context of an extraordinary appeal against a previous decision of that court, in which the appellants were sentenced to imprisonment and to pay damages for tax evasion and the setting up of a criminal organisation. The extraordinary appeal is a special procedure in Romania and allows a plaintiff to seek the annulment of definitive judgements in criminal matters when a sentence was pronounced despite the existence of grounds liable to end criminal proceedings. This situation led Romanian courts to adopt non-uniform case law regarding the interruption of limitation periods. To cease the uncertainty, the RCC stressed, in 2022, that the interruption of limitation periods is part of substantive criminal law (not procedural) and is thus covered by the principle of legality and of retroactive application of the lex mitior. The RCC drew the conclusion that, following the adoption of its decision in 2018 and the failure of the legislator to put the law in line with that decision, Romanian criminal law should be understood as not providing for any ground of interruption of the limitation periods. As a result, pending criminal proceedings could be ended if a definitive judgment has not been delivered within the uninterrupted limitation period. Following the 2022 decision, the Romanian legislator adopted a normative act enumerating the grounds for interruption of the limitation periods. However, Lin concerns the effects of the 2022 decision on situations where a person has been convinced by a definitive judgement, but an extraordinary appeal is intended.
Ewolucja badań nad wynikami kontaktu językowego w czasie i przestrzeni: wybrane zagadnienia
Authors: Witalisz Alicja
Published: May 2024

Autorka omawia wybrane zagadnienia teoretyczno-metodologiczne i terminologiczne dotyczące rozwoju badań nad zapożyczeniami językowymi na gruncie europejskim i amerykańskim. Zainteresowanie badaczy języka innowacjami powodowanymi wpływem obcym, wyrażane już w pracach osiemnastowiecznych, rozwinęło się w wieku XX w pełnoprawną subdyscyplinę językoznawstwa, lingwistykę kontaktu. Na początku XXI wieku nastawione na ujęcie leksykograficzne zapożyczeń, typowo strukturalistyczne i ukierunkowane na formę podejście do opisu zjawisk językowych wywołanych wpływem obcym zaczęto uzupełniać o wychodzące od pojęcia, kognitywno-onomazjologiczne postrzeganie procesu zapożyczenia i jego wyników, co zostało wywołane rozwojem nowych nurtów badawczych w językoznawstwie ogólnym. Najnowsze metodologie analizy zapożyczeń wykorzystują narzędzia językoznawstwa korpusowego oraz ukierunkowane socjolingwistycznie i pragmatycznie podejście funkcjonalne oparte na uzusie, jak też badania eksperymentalne.
Badania nad ewolucją języka w drugiej dekadzie XXI wieku
Authors: Szczepańska Aleksandra , Poniewierska Aleksandra , Wacewicz Sławomir , Żywiczyński Przemysław
Published: May 2024

Próby znalezienia odpowiedzi na pytanie, jak powstał język, podejmowane były już w starożytności, ale dopiero od lat 90. XX wieku możemy mówić o nauce o ewolucji języka jako o samodzielnej i w pełni ukształtowanej nauce. Przełomem, który się wówczas dokonał, był niewątpliwie odwrót od prac teoretycznych na rzecz badań empirycznych. Od tego czasu możemy zaobserwować dynamiczny rozwój badań nad ewolucją języka oraz stopniowe przeobrażanie się tego pola badawczego. Niniejsza praca ma na celu przybliżenie tego, w jakim kierunku zmieniała się ta stosunkowo młoda nauka w ostatniej dekadzie. Opisane są w niej dominujące trendy w najnowszych badaniach (multimodalność i ikoniczność), nowe sposoby gromadzenia i pozyskiwania danych (duże zbiory danych i korpusy) oraz zmiany instytucjonalne (m.in. konferencje i czasopisma naukowe), które wpłynęły na obecny kształt nauki o ewolucji języka.
Uwięzione słowa – o języku w afazji
Authors: Panasiuk Jolanta
Published: May 2024

Zaburzenia w zachowaniu wynikające z uszkodzenia mózgu od dawna traktowano jako naturalny eksperyment, dzięki któremu fakty, bardzo skomplikowane w normie, ukazują się w postaci rozłożonej, elementarnej. Polem doświadczeń w badaniach nad zachowaniami językowymi stały się opisy zaburzeń afatycznych. Repertuar problemów wchodzących w zakres tych badań jest szeroki, zwłaszcza, że rozwój procedur klinicznych, coraz częściej podejmowana próba stworzenia teorii wyjaśniającej zaburzenia językowe występujące u pacjentów z afazją oraz potrzeba terapii afatycznych zaburzeń mowy spowodowały żywe zainteresowanie się problemem afazji przedstawicieli różnych dyscyplin naukowych, w tym językoznawstwa. Autorka prezentuje główne kierunki interdyscyplinarnych badań nad afazją, ewolucję poglądów dotyczących relacji mózg – umysł – język oraz zmiany, jakie nastąpiły w interpretacji fenomenu afazji i ocenie językowych możliwości osób z afazją.
Effect of Spice Powder on Physicochemical Characteristics, Functional Properties and Microbiological Quality in Soft Cheese
Authors: Arkan N.D. , Setyawardani T. , Sumarmono J. , Naufalin R. , Santosa S.S. , Rahardjo A.H.D.
Published: May 2024

Background: The development of soft cheese as a functional food product includes the use of spices rich in antioxidants, such as cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmannii), lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) and turmeric (Curcuma longa L.). This study was focused to investigate the effect of the addition of cinnamon, lemongrass and turmeric powder either singly or in combination, on the physicochemical characteristics, functional properties and microbiological quality of soft cheese. Methods: Soft cheese samples were added with cinnamon, lemongrass and turmeric powder with a maximum percentage of 3%, which consists of eight treatments either singly or in combination, then analyzed for pH, total titratable acids (TTA), total solids, color, texture profile, antioxidant activity, total phenolic content (TPC), fatty acid using the gas chromatography (GC) method, total bacteria and total yeast/molds. Result: The pH of soft cheese ranges from 5.33±0.45 to 5.90±0.06, TTA 1.29±0.59 to 1.90±0.07%, total solids 42.68±8.06 to 60.21±1.61%, brightness color (L*) 64.10±2.7 to 84.50±2.88, redness (a*) 3.60±0.20 to 9.60±0.43, yellowness (b*) 8.90±5.75 to 20.20±4.78 and total bacteria 4.881±0.02 to 6.835±0.01 log cfu/g. The texture profile (hardness, springiness, cohesiveness, adhesiveness, gumminess and chewiness) increased significantly. Total fatty acids range from 30.24 to 44.82, with 45% unsaturated fatty acids (UFAs) and 55% saturated fatty acids (SFAs). The combination of cinnamon and turmeric powder produced the highest antioxidant activity of 79.11%. The combination of lemongrass and turmeric powder produced the highest palmitic acid (C16:0) of 23.69, TPC of 50.91 mg GAE/g and total yeast/molds of 4.795 ±0.03 log cfu/g.
Does Credit Access Affect Decision-making within Farmer Groups? Evidence from Smallholder Coffee Farmers: Case Study in Bondowoso, Indonesia
Authors: . Puryantoro , Hidayat Mohammad Rizal , Aji Joni Murti Mulyo , Sari Sasmita
Published: May 2024

Background: The government and numerous institutions have pushed the formation of farmer groups as one of the agricultural development initiatives to increase the well-being of coffee producers. However, many coffee farmers are still hesitant to join owing to a variety of concerns. This lack of interest is frequently associated with financing challenges for agricultural capital via lending access. The goal of this study is to investigate the factors that influence farmers’ decisions to join farmer groups, particularly in terms of finance access. Methods: This study was carried out in East Java’s coffee production area, notably in the Sumber Wringin District of Bondowoso Regency. During the 2023 agricultural season, the sample consisted of 173 coffee producers from the examined area. To create a homogeneous sample of coffee farmers, a multistage sampling procedure was used and the data were analyzed using binary logistic regression (logit biner). Result: Farmers who join farmer groups are influenced by criteria such as their age, length of education, quantity of produce, land size and labor. According to field research, credit access has no effect on small coffee farmers who join farmer groups. Farmers who do not belong to farmer groups can nevertheless obtain agricultural finance. Similarly, gender and the number of dependents in the family had little bearing on farmers’ decisions to join farmer groups.