bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Perceived challenges and barriers for medical students in the COVID-19 crisis
Authors: Mohamadi Mohsen , Aghamirzaee Tahereh , Aqatabar Roudbari Jamileh , Mohseni Afshar Zainab , Taghvaee Yazdi Maryam , Kheirkhah Farzan
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND:

Unpredictable and immediate changes, especially in the clinical and practical fields of medical sciences following the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) epidemic, have posed many challenges for medical students. This study was conducted to identify the experiences and students' understanding of the challenges in the COVID-19 crisis.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

The present qualitative research was conducted by performing semi-structured interviews with the students along with holding a student panel. The study population consisted of 30 clinical and basic medical students of Babol, Iran and Kermanshah universities of medical sciences who were selected by purposive sampling method. Data were collected based on students' perceived experiences of challenges, obstacles, and problems in the COVID-19 crisis. The data analysis process was performed by conducting interviews and information obtained from the panel using v10 R150410 software. Finally, the related factors and components were identified.

RESULTS:

Challenges and perceived obstacles of medical students in the COVID-19 crisis were identified in the form of eight factors including student life factors, interaction and communication, psychological factors, educational technology, factors related to the professors, limitations of educational and research planning, crisis management, and educational evaluation.

CONCLUSION:

Identifying the challenges of medical education perceived by students in this study and adopting appropriate strategies to overcome existing barriers open new opportunities for expanding the scope of the curriculum, providing education, and promoting community health to universities; moreover, the challenges of medical education and any skill-based discipline, such as medical sciences in the COVID-19 pandemic will require much attention and investigation in cognitive sciences.
Study protocol: The effect of motivational interviewing on self-management in adult kidney transplant recipients (MIAKTR)
Authors: Erdem Cigdem , Cebeci Fatma
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND:

The aim of the study is to examine the effect of motivational interview sessions on self-management that will be conducted in accordance with the post-discharge requirements of adult kidney transplant recipients. Patient-centered motivational interviews make a significant contribution to activating patients' sense of being capable of changing to realize their self-management.

MATERIAL AND METHODS:

This study is a single-center, single-blind, prospective randomized controlled trial. The participants of the study will consist of 80 kidney transplant recipients at an organ transplant center in Turkey. The study is a randomized controlled trial compatible with SPIRIT. The CONSORT flow diagram has been used in this study protocol. The sample will consist of participants within the 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th months after the kidney transplant. The measurements will be performed in the first and third months after the interviews. The study continues via the collection of data from the intervention and control groups.

CONCLUSION:

In order to support or improve the self-management of kidney transplant recipients, new tools are required that are suitable for this population. Patient-centered motivational interviews can make a significant contribution to activating patients' sense of being capable of changing to realize their self-management. The first motivational interview program to promote a healthy lifestyle in kidney transplant recipients, prevent unwanted conditions after transplantation, and improve self-management will be used in this study. After the intervention has been developed, we expect improvements in self-management with a motivational interviews through creating their own strategies for behavioral changes and improvements in health outcomes.
Assessing knowledge, attitude, and readiness to use e.health among doctors in a tertiary health care unit in Bhubaneswar city, Odisha - A cross-sectional survey
Authors: Mandal Yagnaseni , Jha Kunal , Kumar Gunjan , Singh Arpita , Barman Diplina , Menon Ipseeta
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND:

The term “”e-health”” refers to all technological applications in the delivery of a more affordable, high-speed, and widely accessible mode of health care. It is a definite solution to managing the public's health and well-being during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, and doctors from all fields of expertise are required to be at par with it in terms of knowledge, attitude, and readiness to use it to their advantage under the current circumstances.

MATERIALS AND METHOD:

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among the faculty, postgraduates, and interns of the medical and dental schools of a university, which used an expert-validated self-administered questionnaire assessing knowledge, attitude, and readiness to use e-health.

RESULTS:

Among the 400 participants, it was observed that the categories of age (P < 0.0001), gender (P = 0.018), designation (P = 0.031), and years of service (P < 0.0001) have significant differences across the groups. It was seen that the mean e-health knowledge (3.55 ± 0.52) and mean attitude (2.42 ± 0.59) to use e-health were more in dentists while participants from the medical field showed higher mean readiness (1.97 ± 0.58) to use e-health in daily practice. It was observed that male professionals had more mean knowledge (3.54 ± 0.60) than female professionals (3.43 ± 0.52) while female participants had more mean e-health readiness (1.96 ± 0.57).

CONCLUSION:

In a broad sense, the majority of participants responded positively to using e-health in their everyday practice. While medical doctors have a stronger outlook and preparedness, dentists showed more literacy and a supportive attitude to adopting e-health and telemedicine. Thus, it is necessary to step up comprehensive e-health workshops and training sessions for health care experts.
Factors inhibiting adaptation to nursing care, the neglected loop in the mental health of intensive care unit nurses: A qualitative study
Authors: Ashrafi Zahra , Nobahar Monir
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND:

As intensive care unit (ICU) nurses mainly care for critically ill patients, they face many professional challenges, including communicating with patients and working with various devices. Therefore, they need to adapt to the existing conditions, thereby providing high-quality care. Explaining factors inhibiting adaptation to nursing care among ICU nurses.

MATERIAL AND METHODS:

This is a qualitative study conducted using a conventional content analysis approach in a health center affiliated to Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Iran. This hospital was equipped with an air ambulance and four ICUs and was also considered as the regional trauma center in the Northeast of Iran. Data were collected using semi-structured face-to-face interviews (from January 2020 to April 2021) and then analyzed using Graneheim and Lundman's (2004) qualitative content analysis method.

RESULTS:

It was shown that factors inhibiting adaptation to nursing care among ICU nurses consist of three main categories including “personal barriers to adaptation”, “dominant management”, and “educational concerns”.

CONCLUSION:

To adapt more and as a result to improve the mental health of nurses, it is important to know the barriers to adaptation. Efficient management, paying attention to nurses' issues, and practical training constitute key elements affecting the adaptation to critical nursing care. Therefore, it is necessary to take measures to ensure adaptation in this group of health workers. Thus, an environmental approach of health promotion has social experience and organizational development.
Development of a post discharge telecare program for premature infants in Covid 19 era: Protocol for a mixed methods study
Authors: Mahboobeh Namnabati , Atefeh Shamsi , Asghar Ehteshami , Hamed Zandi
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND:

Post-discharge care of premature infants is an important goal that can provide a safe transition for these infants from the hospital to the home setting, especially who has undergone significant changes during Covid19. Most premature infants experience complications because of routine hospital care termination after discharge because of limitations and barriers that Covid can create for the infant and the parents. It is necessary to develop a program that provides ongoing care for these infants. Telecare is one feasible option that can be used to implement this program. The study aims to develop a post-discharge telecare program for premature infants in the Covid era in Iran.

MATERIAL AND METHODS:

This is an exploratory mixed-methods study that will be conducted by Qualitative-quantitative methods in three consecutive phases at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences in January 2022. In the first phase, a qualitative study will be conducted to identify and determine the needs and strategies in the Covid 19 era to promote premature infant care after discharge. The data will be collected through deep semi-structured interviews. Participants (parents, physicians, and nurses) will be selected by purposive sampling methods, and the conventional content analysis method will be used for data analysis. In the second phase, the identified infants' and parents' needs as an initial draft of the program will be prioritized and confirmed by the modified Delphi method and a panel of experts. The final program will be developed in this phase. In the quantitative third phase, the confirmed program will be implemented as a semi-experimental study that uses a telecare strategy. Finally, we will evaluate the effectiveness of this telecare program.

RESULT:

A program that uses qualitative and quantitative methods can provide evidence for promoting premature infant health after hospital discharge in Covid 19 era.

CONCLUSION:

We anticipate that this program will promote knowledge and empower health team members, especially nurses, to provide ongoing telecare for premature infants.
Fibrantly generated weak factorization systems
Authors: Cox Sean , Rosický Jiří
Published: September 2023

We prove that, assuming Vopěnka’s principle, every small projectivity class in an accessible category is accessible. This conclusion is not provable in ZFC alone, and in fact carries large cardinal strength.
Solid generators in module categories and applications
Authors: Takahashi Ryo
Published: September 2023

Let

R

be a commutative noetherian ring. Denote by mod

R

the category of finitely generated

R

-modules. In the present paper, we introduce the notion of solid subcategories of mod

R

and investigate it. The main result of this paper not only recovers results of Schoutens, Krause and Stevenson, and Takahashi on thick subcategories, but also unifies and extends them to solid subcategories. Moreover, it provides some contributions to the study of the question asking when a thick subcategory is Serre.
Titanium Alloy Powdered Metal Products 6Al - 4V Hot Isostatically Pressed, Annealed
Authors:   AMS G Titanium and Refractory Metals Committee
Published: September 2023

This specification covers powdered metal products consolidated by hot isostatic pressing (HIP) of titanium alloy powder compacts.
Titanium Alloy, Forgings 5.8Al - 4.0Sn - 3.5Zr - 2.8Mo - 0.7Nb - 0.35Si - 0.06C Solution and Precipitation Heat Treated
Authors:   AMS G Titanium and Refractory Metals Committee
Published: September 2023

This specification covers a titanium alloy in the form of forgings 4.400 inches (111.76 mm) and under in nominal diameter or least distance between parallel sides and a maximum cross-sectional area of 63.8 square inches (411.6 cm2) and under and forging stock of any size (see 8.7).
Microbiome Structure Analysis of Oil Palm Pollinator Elaeidobius kamerunicus (Coleoptera; Curculionidae)
Authors: Arina Amalia Putri  , Maria Sugiharti  , Alfred Michael  , Anja Meryandini  , Antonius Suwanto
Published: September 2023

The pollination of oil palm by Elaeidobius kamerunicus leads to an increase of over 70% in countries such as India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. The impact of insect-microbiome interactions on the pollination activity and fitness of E. kamerunicus is unknown. Our study aimed to gain insight into the bacterial communities of E. kamerunicus from two different sites with high and low fruit set percentages, using culturable and Terminal Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (T-RFLP) analysis. Our result revealed distinctive T-RFs profiles in E. kamerunicus from two different sites. Additionally, the culturable approach showed that some of this microbiome were found only in the weevil population from the high fruit set site. Our findings suggest that these bacteria could contribute to the fitness of E. kamerunicus, leading to a higher fruit set in oil palm plantations.
Formulation of Anti-Oral Mouthwash Nanoemulsion Biofilm Based on Propolis Extract Heterotrigona itama, Tetragonula sapiens, and Tetragonula clypearis
Authors: Sahlan Muhamad , Ismail Alya Fadhila , Pratami Diah Kartika , Khayrani Apriliana Cahya
Published: September 2023

The use of mouthwash is one of the actions against biofilms that are often used. However, commercial mouthwashes have a fairly high alcohol content, which is around 26.9% of the total volume, which is considered to have a prolonged impact where high alcohol content in direct contact with the oral mucosa can cause lesions or abnormalities, resulting in a shift in the medical paradigm towards eco-friendly widely considered as a solution. Propolis with antibacterial ability was formulated using the nanoemulsion steps, which were initiated by separating pure propolis through drying, and then there were variations in the formulation of 3 types of bee propolis: Heterotrigona itama, Tetragonula sapiens, and Tetragonula clypearis along with the addition of Tween 80, propylene glycol, glycerin and then the effect on microbial growth of S. mutans was compared with antimicrobial agents in Brazilian propolis with the identification and comparison of the antibacterial activity stability of the organoleptic formula. Where the active ingredient content of propolis is the highest in H. itama propolis with a total flavonoid content of 38.94 mgQE/L sample and T. clypearis propolis has the lowest total flavonoid content of 14.23 mgQE/L sample with its function as an anti-oral biofilm agent by inhibiting the glucosyltransferase was proven with a minimum percentage of 49% inhibition of S. mutans and degradation of 18% with the use of a combined surfactant proved to be able to increase the stability of the preparation shown at 2:1 (v/v).
Investigation of Morinda citrifolia Activity Related Collagen Type II Synthesis Through Gene Expression
Authors: Ameamsri Unchaleeporn , Sudmoon Runglawan , Wonok Warin , Kaewdaungdee Sanit , Tanee Tawatchai , Chaveerach Arunrat
Published: September 2023

To extend plant benefits, three different concentrations of five Morinda citrifolia part was investigated on the collagen type II which is the primary collagen in human cartilage through the expression of the genes, COL2A1, COL-II and COLL2 regions in normal human dermal fibroblasts by qRT-PCR method. The results showed that 1) fibroblasts cultured in the presence of M. citrifolia extracts produced many times more collagen type II gene expression than control cells depending on the plant parts and concentrations, 2) the expression levels of the collagen type II gene stimulated by all fruit parts yields the higher percentages than leaves. Next, Morus alba leaf extract at a concentration expected to be a precursor protein source for collagen synthesis, working together with M. citrifolia stimulation, was added to the selected concentration indicating high expression in the M. citrifolia fruit experiments. The result showed various gene expression levels depended on the kind of gene and fruit part. Therefore, M. citrifolia fruits can benefit the creation of collagen type II with or without M. alba. The M. citrifolia fruit can be further benefited in product production for both the elderly and young for maintaining the typical structure and function of the skin, tendon, and bone.
Power quality improvement of PV interfaced distribution system
Authors: Sharma Deepesh , Bala Rajni , Singh Surender , Sharma Pardeep , Punia Sahil
Published: September 2023

In renewable energy, there is solar energy which is on top of the chart when it comes to the generation of electricity as it is abundantly available in India due to the geographical and climate conditions. These power quality problems and degradation of energy can be avoided by using a control mechanism. It is vital to include a reliable control mechanism in the solar energy conversion system that is connected to the system which will reduce the problem in power quality. This work includes the use of adaptive back propagation which provides an improvement in the degree of precision and accuracy over a longer period of time that the technology is capable of achieving as a consequence. With the help of adaptive back propagation which is being used as the foundation for this procedure, we can achieve accurate results which are possible. This work deals with adaptive back propagation-based control for optimal operation by providing the active power to loads and rest of the remaining power will be provided to the grid. It will help in the mitigation of harmonics in the system, balancing the loads, and improving the power factor of the system. To extract the highest amount of energy possible from the solar photovoltaic array, a process that is known as Incremental-conductance (INC) using the maximum power point tracking (MPPT) is used. The outcomes of computer simulations are used to evaluate how well the suggested system functions, which contributes to the assurance that the system is operating in the most suitable way possible.
Physiochemical and sensorial characteristics of biscuits from flour blends of germinated wheat and pigeon pea
Authors: Arukwe D. C. , Ezeocha V. C. , Osi C. D.
Published: September 2023

The physiochemical and sensory characteristics of biscuits made from flour blends of germinated wheat and germinated pigeon pea were studied. The wheat and pigeon pea grains were germinated and processed into flours. Six blends were obtained with different proportions of germinated wheat and germinated pigeon pea flours designated as GWGP1 (90% germinated wheat flour and 10% germinated pigeon pea flour), GWGP2 (80% germinated wheat flour and 20% germinated pigeon pea flour), GWGP3 (70% germinated wheat flour and 30% germinated pigeon pea flour), GWGP4 (60% germinated wheat flour and 40% germinated pigeon pea flour), GWGP4 (50% germinated wheat flour and 50% germinated pigeon pea flour) and GWGP0 (100% germinated wheat flour which served as control). Functional properties of the processed flour samples were analyzed. The biscuits produced were analyzed for proximate, physical and sensory properties. The functional properties of the flour blends showed significant (p<0.05) differences. The proximate composition mean values portrayed increased moisture, fat, ash, fibre, protein and decrease in carbohydrate contents as the supplementation of the flours of wheat with pigeon pea increased. The physical attributes mean values showed significant differences (p<0.05) in weight, thickness, diameter, spread ratio and breaking strength. The sensory evaluation mean score ranged from 5.45 to 6.75 appearance, 5.15 to 7.15 taste, 5.00 to 6.30 texture, 5.35 to 6.85 aroma and 5.16 to 7.30 general acceptability. Acceptable biscuits with improved nutritive values can be produced from flour blends of germinated wheat and germinated pigeon pea, hence should be encouraged in the food industry.
Phenotypic variations of three upland rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes
Authors: Jonah B. J. , Efretuei A. O. , Udounang P. I.
Published: September 2023

This study was conducted to assess the phenotypic variations of three rain-fed upland rice genotypes (Faro 59, 64, and 'Art'). The study was conducted at the Teaching and Research Farm of Akwa Ibom State University, Oruk Anam L.G.A., in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, from August- November 2021. The three upland rice genotypes were planted in a plot using a randomized complete block design in four replications. Data were analyzed using a one way analysis of variance, and means separation was done using the Fisher's Least Significance Difference. Results showed significant differences in plant height at 10 weeks after planting. Faro 64 and Art had the highest mean heights of 100.15 cm and 'Art' had 97.82 cm, while Faro 59 had the least mean height of 92.95 cm respectively. There were significant differences in primary number of tillers/plant among the three rice cultivars. Faro 59 had the highest mean primary tillers-4 tillers/plant. Similarly, Faro 59 had the highest mean values for other traits in order of: panicle weight-3.34 g; 100 grain weight- 2.90 g; and grain yield-4.2 tons/hectare. The results of this study proved that Faro 59 had a greater advantage over 'Art' and Faro 64 with respect to most phenotypic traits (grain weight, panicle weight and primary tiller numbers/plant), and therefore is recommended for further research in this study area.
Effect of bioregulator on germination and early seedling growth of African star apple (Chrysophyllum albidum G. Don)
Authors: Njoku T.C.
Published: September 2023

An experiment was conducted at Imo State University farm, Owerri to evaluate the effect of bioregulator on germination and early seedling growth of African star apple which serves as fruit, food, feed and environmental pollution control against climate change. Completely Randomized Design was used with four treatments and sixteen replicates. Different levels of coconut water served as treatments; 0 cl, 5 cl, 10 cl and 15 cl. They were sown after soaking in the solution for 24 hours in 64 polythene bags each containing 6 kg top soil. Data on germination and early seedling growth parameters were collected. Seedling height, number of leaves and leaf area were also collected 10 weeks after germination. Results showed that the highest germination percentage of 91 %, significantly (P<0.05) different from control was obtained from the solution containing 15 cl coconut water. Highest number of days to 50% germination was 56 days obtained from solution containing 0 cl coconut water and differed significantly (P<0.05) from others. Solution containing 15 cl, 10 cl, and 5 cl coconut water gave the largest mean seedling leaf area of 56.70 cm2, 32.99 cm2, and 26.38 cm2 respectively significantly (P<0.05) different from control at 10 weeks after planting. 15 cl coconut water gave the best result for germination and seedling growth of African star apple seed and therefore recommended.
Production and quality evaluation of snacks from blends of groundnut cake and pigeon pea flour
Authors: Arukwe D. C. , Ezeocha V. C. , Obiasogu S. P.
Published: September 2023

This study evaluated the nutritional characteristics of snacks produced from blends of groundnut cake and pigeon pea flour. Wholesome groundnut seeds and pigeon pea seeds were purchased and processed into cake and flour respectively. Five blends of groundnut cake and pigeon pea flour were formulated and designated with codes as follows: 90% groundnut cake: 10% pigeon pea flour (202), 80% groundnut cake: 20% pigeon pea flour (303), 70% groundnut cake: 30% pigeon pea flour (404), 60% groundnut cake: 40% pigeon pea flour (505), 50% groundnut cake: 50% pigeon pea flour (606) and 100% groundnut cake (101) which served as the control and the functional properties were analyzed. Snacks were produced from the blends and the proximate, mineral and sensory characteristics were evaluated. The functional properties results ranged from 0.68 g/ml to 0.88g/ml for bulk density, 1.81g/g to 2.51g/g for water absorption capacity, 0.80g/g to 0.95g/g for oil absorption capacity, 21.48% to 27.25% for foam capacity, 77.31% to 91.32% for foam stability, 38.53 to 50.22 for swelling index. Proximate composition and energy value of the flakes indicated significant (p<0.05) differences. Mineral composition of the samples showed significant (p<0.05) differences in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and zinc with values ranging from 90.15 mg/100g to 114.72 mg/100g), 143.11 mg/100g to 151.86mg/100g, 304.65 mg/100g to 337.03mg/100g, 113.46 mg/100g to 133.81 mg/100g, 4.11 mg/100g to 5.03mg/100g and 2.21 mg/100g to 2.82mg/100g respectively. Sensory acceptability results showed that the sample with 80% groundnut cake and 20% pigeon pea flour (303) was the most preferred among the test samples. This has revealed the potential of production of nutrient-rich snacks from blends of groundnut cake and pigeon pea flour thereby creating varieties and increased application of pigeon pea.
Editorial (Vol 16, Trimestre 3, 2013)
Authors: Rollán de la Sota Mª Jesús
Published: September 2023

Queridos amigos: Todo lo que acontece a nuestro alrededor, es siempre fuente de reflexión y enseñanza para esta Junta Directiva, que representa a todos los socios de la SEDEN. Y ahora mismo, nuestra mirada e ilusión están puestas en el próximo Congreso que, como sabéis, se celebrara en la ciudad de Bilbao durante los días 9, 10 y 11 del mes de Octubre. Un año más la Sociedad Española de Enfermería Nefrológica quiere demostrar que se compromete con la consecución de un congreso Nacional de alto nivel científico, recortando su duración, sopesando gastos, condensando tiempos y espacios, con la ayuda de un magnifico Comité Organizador y en la línea que sabemos que son fruto de la experiencia y de una gestión diligente. Sin embargo, debemos comprender que la formación de los profesionales sanitarios no es solo responsabilidad de las empresas del sector sino también de los centros sanitarios en los que desarrollamos nuestra actividad, e incluso de los propios trabajadores. Desde hace muchos años los profesionales de la Enfermería Nefrológica podemos actualizar nuestra formación e intercambiar conocimiento gracias a la dedicación y esfuerzo económico de las diferentes Compañías del sector. Desde la SEDEN deseamos de nuevo, agradecer el compromiso de la Industria con la Enfermería Nefrológica. Nuestra inquietud es que trabajemos en medidas, que sin impactar en el nivel científico y académico del congreso, nos permitan a todos hacer un uso eficiente de los recursos.
El síndrome metabólico en el paciente renal
Authors: Andreu-Periz Dolores , Hidalgo-Blanco Miguel Ángel , Moreno-Arroyo Mª Carmen
Published: September 2023

Se define como síndrome metabólico al conjunto de factores que se dan en un individuo que le llevan a presentar resistencias a la insulina con hiperinsulinismo compensador que se asocia a trastornos del metabolismo hidrocarbonado, hipertensión arterial, alteraciones lipídicas y obesidad. Esta demostrado que este síndrome aumenta la posibilidad de padecer una enfermedad cardiovascular o diabetes mellitus por lo que se considera un factor de riesgo cardiovascular y de mortalidad en la población general. En pacientes con enfermedad renal crónica en tratamiento sustitutivo este síndrome no solo es frecuente sino que sus consecuencias pueden ser más devastadoras y llega a afectar a un tercio de esta población. Factores comunes a la población general como la edad y el sexo y otros específicos de la enfermedad renal y su tratamiento favorecen su aparición y numerosos estudios realizados en pacientes renales refl ejan el posible impacto de la forma de tratamiento, la dosis de diálisis o el fenómeno infl amatorio en le síndrome metabólico 3. Al ser tan alta la prevalencia de eventos vasculares en los pacientes renales entre las acciones de vigilancia y control realizada por enfermería se tiene en cuenta cualquier características que se considere un factor de riesgo para estos problemas y a la determinación sistemática de determinaciones clásicas como la tensión arterial desde hace años se han unidos otros parámetros como el análisis de la composición corporal medido por bioimpedancia espectroscópica.
Alterações na composição físico-química de pinhões (Araucaria angustifolia) armazenados em diferentes embalagens e ambientes
Authors: Costa Fernanda Janaína Oliveira Gomes da , Godoy Rossana Catie Bueno de , Leivas Carolina Lopes , Pereira Leticia Oelke , Waszczynskyj Nina
Published: September 2023

O pinhão é um alimento de grande importância econômica e gastronômica no Brasil, mas com dificuldade de conservação pós-colheita. No presente estudo avaliou-se as características dos pinhões armazenados no ambiente doméstico, utilizando-se embalagens de polietileno (PEBD) e juta, sob temperatura ambiente ou refrigeração. Foram realizadas análises, a cada 15 dias (durante 90 dias), da composição centesimal, umidade, atividade de água, perda de massa, cor de casca, cor do endosperma, pH, açúcares solúveis, teor de amido e quantificação de sementes avariadas. O pinhão foi melhor conservado em embalagem de polietileno sob refrigeração, mantendo a umidade, menor perda de massa e cor. Embalagens de juta favoreceram maior degradação da cor e aumento do apodrecimento e brotação. Sugere-se que é viável a comercialização de pinhões mantidos sob refrigeração por até três meses, em embalagem de polietileno.
Three Variants of the Concept of Power: A Comparative Analysis through Theological inquiry
Authors: Malik Galym , Sagikyzy Ayazhan , Tattibek Nurgul , Bissembayeva Zinakul , Nessipkaliyev Dauren
Published: September 2023

This article endeavors to embark on a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted concept of power, employing a comparative and critical lens to examine its various theological underpinnings. The central objective of this study is to discern the affirmative elements inherent in three distinct variants of the concept of power, with the ultimate intention of incorporating these constructive facets into an encompassing integral theory of power. The following are chosen as the subject of analysis: 1) the concept of M. Heidegger (the first option), 2) the concept of M. Foucault (the second option) and 3) the concepts of N. Luhmann and E. Giddens (the third option). The study uses a cultural-historical approach, textual analysis and a comparative method. It has been established that Heidegger, who adopted the concept of the will to power from F. Nietzsche and combined power and being (the main category of his philosophy), could not establish harmony between them. It is noted that the ontological interpretation of power cannot be accepted as adequate. In this respect, Foucault, Luhmann, and Giddens are more correct, since they interpret power as an exclusively social phenomenon. However, their concepts cannot be recognized as fully consistent. Foucault interpreted power as an all-social phenomenon, which is not true. Luhmann and Giddens interpreted power as a social phenomenon, albeit in different ways. The first considers it as a means of communication, and the second - as an active ability to transform. At the same time, both are interpreted by them very primitively. The article concludes that a more adequate concept of power should be sought from other researchers. At the same time, some positive points contained in the analyzed concepts can be included in the integral theory of power. The study and the results obtained in it can be applied primarily in the development of an integral theory of power, and secondly, in the practice of teaching philosophy, political science, political psychology and theology.
The Role of Christian Educators in Guiding the spiritual growth of GKSI People in Sanggau
West Kalimantan
Authors: Mau Marthen , Sirait Junio Richson , Amid Markus , Kotte Yohanes , Hutahaean Hasahatan
Published: September 2023

The spiritual growth of God's people at Gereja Kristen Setia Indonesia (GKSI) Sanggau, West Kalimantan, is urgently needed. Christian educators serving at GKSI Sanggau have an important role to play in guiding the spiritual growth of the people. To realize the spiritual growth of God's people at GKSI Sanggau, Christian educators need to play a proactive role in conveying the truth of God's word, teaching the truth of God's word, conducting evangelism, carrying out counseling, and make visits to all God's people in their homes so as to share the truth of God's word. The problem posed is that some of God's people have not experienced spiritual growth, so Christian educators are needed to carry out their role well in overcoming various problems faced by God's people. The issues include doctrinal problems or teaching God's word at all, personal problems with families related to inheritance, problems of laziness to attend worship to God because they prioritize traditions or customs and traditional beliefs more, close their hearts when God's word is preached in the form of teaching, some do not have good habits in reading God's word, are less effective in praying, and may often tend to prioritize their interests rather than glorifying God's name. This study aims to interrogate the role of Christian educators in guiding the spiritual growth of God's people at GKSI Sanggau, West Kalimantan so that God's people can experience spiritual growth according to the truth of God's word. This research uses qualitative methods through data processing of interviews and relevant literature. The findings of this study are that the more serious Christian educators are in guiding the spiritual growth of God's people, the more their spirituality will take root, grow, and experience significant life changes.
Relationship Between Religion and Health on the Topic of Euthanasia
Authors: Fileva Yana
Published: September 2023

In 1963 Michel Foucault writes that his book “The Birth of the Clinic” is about space, language, and death, about perception. There is a shift of societal problems to the field of medicine, in other words, modernity formulates some social problems through medical categories. But in fact, questions that seem purely medical are often a product of social factors. In society, medicine is a conservative force that maintains the status quo and distracts from major threats to human health. The growth of individualism, the desire for autonomy, and the decline of religiosity allow discussions around death, tolerance of mystery, and euthanasia. For example, in Canada, 2021 marks five full years of access to medical assistance in dying. In 2021, there were 10 064 cases, bringing the total number to 31 664. Annual growth continues to increase steadily each year. Are the major religions capable of facing that challenge?
Data Collection Systems on Violence Against Children in Bulgaria
Authors: Brestnichka Maria
Published: September 2023

Violence against children has clearly proven demographic, health, educational, social, and economic consequences which are not limited to immediate trauma and increased child mortality rates. Establishing and maintaining sustainable data collection systems is a key component of the effort to address child abuse. The review of the indicators collected by the institutions in Bulgaria shows that there are partially collected data that are relevant to the topic of violence against children. However, it remains unclear how the collected data is integrated into a general framework. The use of the data collected by the institutions for the improvement of the existing mechanisms, as well as for the planning of effective policies to deal with violence against children, is also in question.
A Study on the Emergence of Insurtech and Factors of Change in the Insurance Industry
Authors:   The Korean-Japanese Economics & Management Association, Lee Jin-Bum
Published: September 2023

Purpose: This paper focuses on the impact of the emergence of InsurTech on the insurance industry. It is true that previous studies have been difficult to focus on the cutting-edge technology called Insurtech or to judge what kind of influence it has from a comprehensive perspective. Therefore, in this study, rather than introducing the technical aspects of Insurtech in detail, it is shown that the introduction of Insuretech is inevitable due to changes in the insurance industry and changes in the external environment, such as the consumer platform. In other words, since the introduction of Insurtech will inevitably happen in the future, the goal of this study is to suggest that sufficient preparation and research are necessary.
Research design, data, and methodology: In order to find out how InsureTech is being used in the insurance industry, how to change the insurance business model for representative insurance startups such as Lemonade, Metromile, and Oscar Torv. It is a method of research to find out if there is.
Results: The results of this study are as follows. First, the emergence of Insuretech is benefiting both insurance providers and beneficiaries in the insurance industry. Second, the emergence of Insuretech is changing the insurance business model, and although some changes are caused by the emergence of Insuretech, it is characterized by changes in external environmental factors such as existing consumer platforms.
Implications: The implications of this study are as follows. The emergence of Insure Tech provides new opportunities to the insurance business as it provides the ability to identify and solve problems in the insurance industry. Insurtech is also changing the insurance business as a whole, which has a positive impact on the future insurance industry by creating new market products and consumers.
Türkiye’de Bir İlde Okul Dönemindeki Çocuklarda Görülen Kronik Hastalıkların Belirlenmesi
Authors: AKCAN Arzu , MEYDANLIOĞLU Ayşe , YALÇIN Evrim
Published: September 2023

Giriş: Kronik hastalıklar yavaş yavaş dünya nüfusunu sarmakta ve okul çağı çocukları da bu durumdan etkilenmektedir.

Amaç: Çalışma Türkiye’nin güneyinde yer alan bir ilin ilköğretim ve ortaöğretim okullarındaki çocuklarda görülen kronik hastalıkları belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır.

Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı tipte olan çalışmanın örneklemini 240 okul oluşturmuştur. Veriler araştırmacılar tarafından oluşturulan soru formuyla okul yöneticilerinden e-posta ile toplanmıştır. Çalışmanın analizinde ortalama, sayı, yüzde dağılımları ve ki kare kullanılmıştır.

Bulgular: Çalışmaya katılan okulların %51.2’sinin il merkezinde, %78.8’inin ilköğretim kademesinde olduğu, %15.8’inde sağlık ofisi bulunduğu, sağlık ofisi bulunan okulların %34.2’sinde hemşirenin görev aldığı belirlenmiştir. Okulların %84.2’sinde en az bir kronik hastalığa sahip öğrenci bulunmakta ve en sık rastlanan hastalık astımdır (%39.2). Hastalıklar toplam öğrenci sayısı üzerinden değerlendirildiğinde öğrencilerin %2.5’inin en az bir tanıya sahip olduğu belirlenmiştir. Okullarda hastalığa bağlı en sık yaşanan sorunun öğrencinin ders başarısında düşme (%59.4), yaşanan acil durumun ise nefes almada güçlük, tıkanma (%26.7) olduğu görülmüştür. İlköğretime göre ortaöğretimde astım (p
НИШКИ НОВЧАН И ЗАВОДИ И БАНКАРСТВО 1885‒1947.
Authors: Бецић Иван , Антић Дејан
Published: September 2023

Новац је специфична роба коју је развитак робне производње и размене издвојио из осталог робног света да монополски врши улогу општег еквивалента. На тај начин новац представља прометну вредност која је апстрактан израз целокупног богатства друштвене заједнице, а уједно служи и као универзално средство за међусобно упоређивање и размењивање свих производа људског рада. Као економско добро које служи у размени материјалних добара и услуга између учесника у робном промету, новац је настао као објективна потреба ефикаснијег функционисања робне производње. У току свог историјског развоја улогу новца обављале су веома разлиличите врсте материјала, од стоке, метала, па све до данашњег папирног новца. Развој новца директно је везан за развој робне производње. У почетку су се робе мењале једна за другу трампом, док је у каснијем периоду било могуће да се за једну врсту робе добије било која друга или више њих у истој вредности и на крају се издвојила једна врста робе која је постала општи еквивалент коју су прихватали сви учесници размене, односно новац у данашњем смислу речи. Новац је постао неизоставан део људске цивилизације, а проучавање његовог кретања, па и моћи коју је исказивао, изискивало је конституисање посебних наука и начуних дисциплина. У оквиру историјске науке, то је неизоставно значило развијање посебних области које ће пратити не само токове новца, већ и мерити његов утицај на развој привреде и банкарства, али и одредити његову улогу на готово све друштвене токове.
Війна як фактор історичної трансформації фронтирів
Authors: Мартинов А.Ю.
Published: September 2023

Поняття фронтир передає семантичний зміст феномену рухомого кордону. Мова йде не тільки про міждержавний кордон. На всіх етапах світової історії рухомими були міжцивілізаційні кордони. Балкани та Україна як приклади таких міжцивілізаційних кордонів між християнським та мусульманським світами були конфліктними на різних етапах світової історії. Стаття присвячена проблемі впливу історичного феномену війни на зміну фронтирів. Специфіка локальних війн на відміну від світових полягає в обмежені політичних цілей, масштабів військових дій, засобів збройної боротьбі в специфічній стратегії та тактиці. Світові війні по-суті є зіткненнями цивільного населення, одітого в шинелі. Війна світова повинна мати вагомі глобальні наслідки для всього світу. Головна ознака світової війни участь у ній найбільш потужних військових держав та основних міжнародних угруповань. Соціально-історичне поняття світова війна визначається за різними ознаками. З соціально-історичної точки зору подібний тип війни є наслідком переходу до загального військового обов’язку та домінування технічних засобів ведення війни. Саме технічному прогресу ХХ ст. людство зобов’язано кривавими війнами, які торкались всього суспільства включно з тилом. Крім соціальних та психологічних джерел конфліктів, які можуть розглядатись як втілення соціального феномену війн, не менше значення, як свідчить багатий досвід історії, мають і культурні, етнічні та політичні джерела конфліктів. Вихід із військового конфлікту пов’язаний із цілями його учасників та засобами, які вони використовують. Його тривалість та інтенсивність залежить від устремлінь опонентів від їх ресурсів часу та зусиль, які потрібні для розробки мирного рішення. Угоди, в яких чітко зафіксовано цілі ворогуючих сторін оговорено момент закінчення боротьби, зменшують тривалість конфлікту. Такий бліцкриг можливий і якщо одна з сторін відносно швидко домоглася своєї мети, а інша ворогуюча сторона прийняла цей факт, як знак своєї поразки. Тому потенційний переможець повинен уявляти удар по яким символам супротивник сприйме за свою поразку. У обмеженій війні її учасники виходять з розуміння, що сутичка між ними не повинна торкатись їх існування. Тотальна війна це боротьба на знищення. Воюючі готові використати будь-які заходи, аби знищити супротивника. За доби холодної війни існувала небезпека безпосередньої сутички між найбільшими державами та військово-політичними угрупованнями, або ризик поступового переростання локального конфлікту в глобальний. Путінська війна проти України це і війна проти ліберальної демократії та проти нового піднесення Заходу, який був би здатний у такому випадку модернізувати за ліберально-демократичним зразком російську автократію.
Каролінзька політика стосовно білих сербів наприкінці VIII та в IX столітті
Authors: Вацеба Р.М.
Published: September 2023

У статті представлено результати дослідження слов’янської політики Карла Великого і його нащадків у басейні Середньої Ельби. Визначено її цілі, запропоновано періодизацію. Розглянуто дипломатичні та військові заходи Каролінгів стосовно розташованих тут князівств білих сербів. Проаналізовано міжнародне тло епізодів франко-білосербської співпраці та конфронтації у 789–899 рр., розкрито їхні передумови й наслідки, уточнено перебіг.

Простежено еволюцію Каролінзької політики від військового союзу з верховними князями Білої Сербії (789–805 рр.) до безпосередньої взаємодії з очільниками окремих кланів і створення укріпленого пограниччя на р. Заале (806–840 рр.), а відтак – його адміністративної централізації та часткового делегування стосунків з білими сербами місцевим маркгерцогам (841–858 рр.) Показано, що до 858 р. політична еліта Білої Сербії, за винятком далеминців, виявляла тенденцію до продовження співпраці з Каролінгами, яка знаходила вираження у військовій та логістичній підтримці їхніх походів, а франко-білосербські війни мали епізодичний, іноді локальний характер. Виявлено часткову кореляцію між кризами у взаєминах і неврожайними роками, а також транзитним проходженням Каролінзьких армій крізь Ельбо-Заальське межиріччя. Окремі конфлікти пов’язано з переформатуванням Сербського лімесу та міжусобним протистоянням у Франкській імперії.

З’ясовано політичні обставини перемоги у середовищі білих сербів антифранкської орієнтації. Встановлено, що ця зміна відбулася у 858 р., поставила під загрозу безпеку Сербської марки й Тюрингії, супроводжувалася кооперацією білих сербів з далеминцями та чехами і в подальшому призвела до тимчасового входження Білої Сербії до складу Великої Моравії. Охарактеризовано реакцію Каролінгів, яка спершу полягала у спробі поступової інкорпорації слов’янських земель Ельбо-Заальського межиріччя до складу Сербської марки, однак, після невдачі цієї стратегії у 880-х – на початку 890-х рр. на тлі протистояння з Великою Моравією, обмежилася поверненням до більш давньої моделі дружніх стосунків з білими сербами.
Створення Українського конгресового комітету Америки та його діяльність у період «холодної війни»
Authors: Сухобокова О.О.
Published: September 2023

У статті розглянуто створення та діяльність у другій половині 1940-х – 1991 рр. Українського конгресового комітету Америки – центральної «парасолькової» організації української діаспори у США, що об’єднує понад 30 провідних українських громадських, культурних, релігійних організацій, представляє інтереси української діаспори Сполучених Штатів та лобіює інтереси України перед владою США і світовою спільнотою.

Простеживши історичні передумови та обставини створення Українського конгресового комітету Америки, автор доходить висновку, що його заснування ознаменувало якісно новий етап у становленні української діаспори США: завершення її інституалізації та початок системної інтеграції в суспільно-політичний простір США, зокрема взаємодії з вищою державною владою.

Увага акцентується на визначенні головних напрямків діяльності Українського конгресового комітету Америки та їх реалізації в роки «холодної війни». Так одним з основних завдань Комітету було визначено захист прав українського народу на самовизначення і демократичні свободи, серед яких національне самовиявлення, релігійну і політичну свободу, культурний розвиток в Україні та поза нею, зокрема у США. Саме ця місія, яку більшість української діаспори вважала головною справою свого життя, й стала найважливішим об’єднуючим чинником різних українських організацій та сил США навколо Українського конгресового комітету Америки.

Протягом другої половини 1940-х – 1991 рр. діяльність Українського конгресового комітету Америки спрямовувалася на популяризацію суті та завдань українського національно-визвольного руху, викриття політики СРСР щодо українського народу, захист прав людини та української нації в СРСР, здобуття підтримки ідеї незалежності України, а також формування її позитивного іміджу у США та на міжнародній арені, збереження національної ідентичності й культури українського народу, об’єднання української діаспори в Америці та всьому світі. Фактично, УККА постає як перше українське лобі у політикумі США, що ефективно відстоювало інтереси України та українського народу, і зробило значний внесок у проголошення та визнання світом незалежності України.