bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Causes of incestuous rape in Zimbabwe
Authors: Sukdaven Maniraj , Chakanya Victor
Published: August 2023

This article unveils the causes of incestuous rape in the Epworth community of Zimbabwe. It was premised on a feminist theoretical framework which was applied in light of the perspectives of African Christians, Shona indigenous religious people, and Shona culture. The research hopes to serve as a resource for victims of incestuous rape, scholars, religious leaders, community leaders, the government, those who sympathetically seek to support incestuous rape victims, and those who seek to become a voice of the voiceless to treat incestuous rape as a serious problem that needs serious attention. It addresses three major objectives: (1) to unveil how Epworth residents construe incestuous rape; (2) to expose the prevalence of incestuous rape cases in Epworth; and (3) to highlight the factors which lead to the occurrences of incestuous rape cases in Epworth. The study has established that the causes of incestuous rape in Epworth may vary, but most notably, are ascribed to some cultural and religious beliefs, practices, and perspectives.
Chronic esophageal fistula as a rare cause of secondary osteomyelitis of the thoracic spine
Authors: Zarya Valeriya A. , Gavrilov Pavel V. , Makogonova Marina E. , Kozak Andrey  R. , Vishnevskiy Arkadiy  A.
Published: August 2023

Infectious diseases affecting the spine are inflammatory destructive diseases that involved the organ and its structural elements as a result of infection by hematogenic, lymphogenic, or contact pathways, including may be a complication of surgical intervention. In arriving at an accurate diagnosis, it is extremely important to evaluate the anamnesis, the clinical picture, as well as the data of laboratory studies and radiation diagnostics in the aggregate.
This article presents a clinical case with the development of secondary ThVIIThVIII vertebral spondylitis due to esophageal fistula. At the initial diagnosis, spondylitis was associated with spinal anesthesia performed six months prior to onset of the disease, as there was a fistulous defect on the skin in the lumbar region. Consequently, surgical interventions were performed three times in a surgical hospital at the place of residence. The data from the endoscopic examination, as well as the patients complaints regarding the relationship between meals, the appearance of pain, and the nature of the discharge from the fistula were not taken into account by doctors initially. With the help of an additional examination, including computed tomography of the esophagus with oral contrast and computed tomography fistulography, the main diagnosis was esophageal fistula. Thoracic spondylitis was only a secondary complication.
Thus, the final diagnosis of back pain and fistula in the lumbar region should be formulated after differential diagnosis with alternative diseases of the spine.
Metonymy-Guided Discourse Inferencing. A Qualitative Study
Authors: Barcelona Sánchez Antonio
Published: August 2023

Cognitive-linguistic research on metonymy has argued cogently that metonymy is a crucial factor guaranteeing discourse coherence. Barcelona (forthcoming) includes a detailed study of the metonymies guiding the pragmatic inferences claimed to be invited by the reading of a brief text. The analysis of the fragment, though internally consistent, is based on my own close reading of the text. In the paper I report on a qualitative study investigating whether native speakers of English derive the same inferences and whether they are guided by metonymy in this derivation. The results seem to confirm my claims in the earlier study.
Cálculo Diferencial
Authors:   Universidad César Vallejo, Vasquez Valencia Yesenia del Rosario , Hilario Falcón Francisco Manuel ,   Universidad César Vallejo, Liendo Arévalo Milner David ,   Universidad César Vallejo
Published: August 2023

El libro de Cálculo diferencial que el alumno posee en sus manos es el producto final de una historia que comenzó con los inventores del cálculo. Se ha priorizado la claridad en la exposición de los modelos matemáticos, direccionarse a la necesidad del lector para su aplicación, excluyendo lógicas ambiguas. Cada concepto se define en el menor número de palabras, cada procedimiento está rigurosamente sistematizado, cada problema modelo va más allá de aplicar la teoría porque nos anima transmitir a los alumnos la misma emoción que sentimos cuando hace años también nos tocó aprender cálculo diferencial. Desde su invención por genios de la talla de Newton y Leibniz, el cálculo se constituyó como la evolución natural del álgebra superior que se estudiaba en las instituciones educativas siglos atrás. El cálculo sirvió de apoyo a la revolución científica que generó finalmente en la Revolución Industrial, el desarrolló la tecnología y mejoró las condiciones de vida de la humanidad. Con el mismo cariño que se realiza al escribir cada página de este texto, deseamos que los alumnos entrenen sus mentes y aprecien la experiencia que se ha alcanzado luego de sembrar las mismas ideas en promociones anteriores. Que este material sea útil y disfruten el placer de aprender.
Is Labor in Sport a Commodity? The Case of American and Japanese Professional Baseball
Authors: Nichol Matt
Published: August 2023

An important rule that underpins international and domestic labor law is the principle that labor is not a commodity. This principle has interesting application to the labor regulation in professional team sports such as baseball that utilize drafts, salary restraints, the reserve system, and free agency. The article will examine whether these and other labor controls in Major League Baseball in the United States and Nippon Professional Baseball League in Japan commodify labor. Baseball’s labor controls and practices will be assessed to determine if labor is treated as a commodity, and if so, whether there is undue commodification. In doing so, a construct will be created of labor practices that commodify labor on a spectrum. These labor practices and controls will also be evaluated in the context of antitrust law and restraint of trade. The article concludes by suggesting ways to improve the treatment of players that will decommodify labor.
JLAS Farewell
Authors: Baker III Thomas A.
Published: August 2023

Roughly seven years ago I wrote my first introduction for an issue of the Journal of Legal Aspects of Sport (JLAS). In that introduction, I wrote about how proud I was to edit the first peer-reviewed journal that’s exclusively dedicated to the study of sports law. I also noted my history with the journal, which published the first of six research papers within JLAS, roughly 20 years ago.
An Evaluation of Glasgow Coma Scale Knowledge Among ICU Nurses in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan: A Quantitative Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Gulzada M. , Mirjat A.A. , Razzaq A. , Mahmood S. , Mahmood N. , Batool I. , Chang M.H. , Mirjat A.A. , Ramji R.S.
Published: August 2023

The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) is a widely used clinical tool for objectively measuring impaired consciousness in various acute medical and trauma conditions. This study aimed to explore the significance of assessing GCS knowledge among nurses. The research was conducted at PNS Shifa Hospital Karachi, situated in DHA Phase-II near Korangi Road Karachi, which provides training courses for medical professionals in the Pakistan Navy. The study employed a quantitative, descriptive cross-sectional design. The findings of this study revealed that among the nurses at PNS Shifa Hospital, 63.33% possessed a high level of knowledge regarding GCS, while 35% had a moderate level, and only 1.67% had a low level of knowledge. Additionally, the study identified that nursing students at PNS Shifa Hospital exhibited varying levels of GCS knowledge, with up to 50% having a low level, 60 to 80% having a moderate level, and 80 to 100% demonstrating a high level of understanding. Furthermore, the study included demographic data indicating that out of the total participants, 20 were male and 40 were female nurses. In terms of age distribution, 40 nurses fell within the 20-25 years age group, while 20 nurses were between 26-30 years old. Moreover, the educational qualifications of the participants included 25 nurses with a General Nursing (GN) diploma, 2 with an advanced diploma after GN, and 38 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)/Post Navy and Allied Navies. This study highlights the importance of assessing GCS knowledge among nurses in the clinical setting. The findings underscore the need for targeted educational interventions to improve the understanding and application of the GCS scoring system, which serves as a crucial tool for decision-making and triage in assessing compromised consciousness levels.
Establishment of age-specific reference intervals for AMH in Indian women and enhancing its use as a diagnostic marker in PCOS
Authors: Sengupta Sohini , Rawat Sneha , Upadhay Sonu , Chaudhary Krishnagopal , Singh Bipendra , Halim M. , Gupta Paritosh
Published: August 2023

Background: Anti Mullerian hormone (AMH) level is a reliable marker of ovarian reserve. It is known to be influenced by factors like age, ethnicity, and ovarian pathology. Establishment of age-specific reference intervals for AMH, characteristic of different nationalities, is therefore of utmost importance. Serum AMH is known to be elevated in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It is desirable to determine a population-specific cut-off of AMH, for it to be used as a diagnostic marker for PCOS.
Methods: Serum AMH, luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), Estradiol, Progesterone and Testosterone assays were analyzed in 1978 Indian women, in the age range of 12–50 years. Age-specific reference intervals for AMH were derived for the study population. The cohort of study subjects were then divided into two groups, based on AMH values and clinical history: Control group, and patients with PCOS. The cut-off value of AMH in the study population, corresponding to the diagnosis of PCOS, was also established.  
Results: Upper 95th percentile limits of reference intervals for the 18-25 26–30, 31–35, and 36–40, 41-45 and >45 age groups were 9.69, 7.60, 6.50, 6.1, 4.80 and 4.5 ng/ml respectively. In the PCOS group the 5th percentile value was 7.80 ng/ml and the upper 95th percentile was 21.81 ng/ml. The median percentile in PCOS group was 10.40 ng/ml. ROC analysis was done to obtain optimal cutoff values for each age group with better discriminative power than the reference limits. The best cut-off point of AMH value for PCOS in our study population was 7.51ng/ml. The sensitivity and specificity were 99.4% and 95.5%, respectively. The calculated area under the Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was 0.988 (95% CI: 0.984-0.991, P <0.001). AMH, LH, and LH/FSH ratio was significantly higher in the PCOS group than in the control group (p < 0.001 for all comparisons). LH/FSH ratio was more than 2 in the PCOS group compared to controls. Serum Testosterone was significantly higher in PCOS.
Conclusions: The study aids to establish a biological reference interval for AMH, specific for different age groups in Indian women. 7.51ng/ml has been derived as a diagnostic cut-off of AMH for PCOS in our study population. The establishment of age-specific reference intervals, and syndrome-specific cut-offs in the Indian population will help overcome the influence of variables and broaden the use of AMH in women’s health.
Effect of myo-inositol and di-chiro inositol plus vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy on prevention of gestational diabetes: a multi-centric, prospective, randomized, double-blind clinical trial
Authors: Divakar Hema , Joshi Sheetal , Thobbi Vidya , Bembalgi Shobha , Gupte Sanjay , Bhat Vidya V. , Singh Rita , Narayanan Poorni , Kulkarni Bhagyashri , Ahire Prachi , V. Divakar G. , Manyonda Isaac
Published: August 2023

Background: Aim of study was to evaluate the impact of myoinositol and D-chiro inositol plus vitamin D supplementation on the prevention of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in pregnant women.
Methods: In the multi-centric, prospective, randomised, double-blind clinical trial, either vitamin D alone (group I) or myoinositol and D-chiro inositol plus Vitamin D (group II) were administered to pregnant women from 12 weeks of gestation. The administration was continued until delivery to primigravids who were normoglycemic at 12 weeks of gestation and consented. From October 2018 to December 2019. A total of 1250 women were enrolled, and randomly allocated to either of the groups: 630 women in Group I and 620 in Group II. The allocation was blinded. The primary outcome was the rate of GDM as assessed by oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) recommended by diabetes in pregnancy Study Group India (DIPSI), International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) and the Government of India, at first antenatal visit followed by at weeks 24 to 28 in both the groups.
Results: The rate of GDM was found more in group I as compared to group II treated with myoinositol and D-chiro Inositol plus vitamin D, but the difference was not statistically significant (5.08% in group I and 3.22% in group II).
Conclusions: In conclusion, an improved trend has been noticed in the reduction of the rate of GDM with myoinositol and D-chiro inositol plus vitamin D as compared to vitamin D alone. Myoinositol and D-chiro inositol plus vitamin D supplementation may be a good option for pregnant women to prevent the GDM occurrence especially in women having positive risk factors for GDM.
A study on the effect of mifepristone on uterine fibroids
Authors: Yadav Ojaswini , Rao Amrita , Gadekar Madhura
Published: August 2023

Background: Uterine fibroids are the most common pelvic tumors and most common benign tumors in women. Abnormal uterine bleeding and pain are common symptoms of fibroids. The objective of study was to study the effect of mifepristone on uterine fibroids on the basis of change in menstrual pattern, hemoglobin level, fibroid volume and alleviation of pain.
Methods: This prospective study had sample size of 40 subjects with uterine leiomyomas who were recruited from OPD after taking an informed written consent. Follow up of each subject was done after 3 months to see changes in various parameters after giving 3 months of mifepristone 25 mg once daily. Study tools included case reporting form, ultrasonography, blood investigations, pictorial blood loss assessment chart (PBAC) to compare change in menstrual pattern and visual analogue pain scale for comparing alleviation in pain.
Results: In this study, the majority of patients belonged to 41-45 years of age and were para 1 with dominant symptom of menorrhagia. At the end of 3 months the mean baseline fibroid volume decreased by 37.5%, mean hemoglobin improved from 9.37 to 11.05 gm/dl, mean PBAC score reduced from 90.6 to 8.9, 25% of patients had no pain and pain score in 32.5% patients was 1 and in 32.5% patients pain score was 2.
Conclusions: Three months treatment with 25 mg mifepristone daily, effectively controls bleeding, reduces fibroid volume ameliorates pain and abnormal bleeding, improves hemoglobin. It can be recommended as the optimum clinical treatment of fibroids in this dose.
Study of histopathology of endometrium in perimenopausal women with abnormal uterine bleeding
Authors: Mishra Jyoti , Nigam Neha , Rathod Ishwar
Published: August 2023

Background: The objective was to evaluate the incidence and prevalence of different histopathological endometrial pattern in patients of abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) in peri-menopausal women and analyse the type of various menstrual irregularities in AUB cases.
Methods: In this study, 164 perimenopausal women aged 41-48 years have been taken having considered appropriate within the inclusion criteria. Histopathological examination was done after obtaining the endometrial curetting’s by Dilatation and curettage or office Pipelle’s canula.
Results: Mean age group of subjects was found to be 44.05 years. Majority of subjects were of normal body mass index. Heavy menstrual bleeding was the chief complaint in majority of subjects. Ultrasound finding was leiomyoma in more than 73% subjects. Proliferative pattern of endometrium remained the finding in most of the individuals. Among AUB-M, hyperplasia without atypia occurred in 53.84% and hyperplasia with atypia occurred in 38.46% individuals.
Conclusions: Leiomyoma was the most common etiology contributing towards AUB in the perimenopausal age group. The difference between adenomyosis and leiomyoma may not be easily made clinically as signs and symptoms of adenomyosis and leiomyoma are very similar. Thus, it is important to use histopathological examination as a complementary diagnostic tool in classifying the structural causes of AUB.
Comparative study of clinical and endocrinal profile between lean and obese patients of polycystic ovary syndrome
Authors: Kayastha Foram R. , Aparnathi Rahul , Padasala Rajankumar , Kanani Kishankumar
Published: August 2023

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder having escalation in its prevalence. It is the most frequent cause of oligoanovulatory infertility. This study was conducted to compare the clinical and endocrinal profile of PCOS in lean PCOS (BMI<23 kg/m2) and obese PCOS (BMI>23 kg/m2) women.
Methods: A prospective study was conducted for 6 months in department of obstetrics and gynecology, GMERS Medical college, Junagadh. 100 healthy women who were euthyroid with age range 20-38 years who presented to gynecology OPD and diagnosed to have PCOS according to ESHRE/ASRM criteria were included in the study. BMI (body mass index) was calculated by the formula weight in kg/height in meter square. BMI were calculated were divided into 2 groups. Lean PCOS found in patients with BMI<23 kg/m2 and overweight/obese PCOS found in patients with BMI>23 kg/m2. History of menstrual irregularity, hirsutism, acne, alopecia, infertility, history of weight gain, history of voice change, family history of PCOS, diabetes was taken and hormonal profile was done.
Results: The findings showed a no significant correlation of clinical profile i.e., menstrual irregularities, acne vulgaris, acanthosis nigricans and hirsutism in both groups. The waist-hip ratio was higher obese PCOS women. High levels of serum testosterone were seen in obese women with PCOS, whereas there is no correlation between other hormone like FSH, LH, TSH and LH/FSH in both study groups.
Conclusions: PCOS is a risk factor for endocrinal and metabolic derangements irrespective of the BMI status. More than half of women with PCOS were obese. Increased BMI in PCOS women is associated with increased WHR and raised serum testosterone with no difference in other endocrine parameters.
A rare case of thoraco omphalopagus twins
Authors: Prajapati Neel , Diwan Farheenbanu , Borole Supriya
Published: August 2023

Conjoined twins, popularly referred as Siamese twins, are twins joined in utero, affecting less than 1% of the monozygotic pairs. The frequency of conjoined twins has prevalence of 1.5 in 1 lakh births and thoracopagus is the most common. Early diagnosis is important as many patients opt for termination because of the grave prognosis. Though the prognosis of conjoined twin is generally low, there is limited evidence regarding the optimum method of termination of the pregnancy particularly in advanced gestational age. We hereby, report a rare case of successful medical termination of thoraco-omphalopagus twins at 23 weeks and 2 days of gestation. A 27-years old, 2nd gravid woman with previous vaginal delivery diagnosed with conjoined thoraco-omphalopagus twin pregnancy at 23 weeks and 2 days of gestation after the detailed ultrasonographic evaluation. Proper assessment and counselling were done regarding prognosis. Different options of termination were discussed and patient opted for medical termination of pregnancy with possibility of reverting to hysterotomy in case difficulty is encountered. After a 2 day of cervical preparation, a successful vaginal delivery was conducted. Even though this is an experience from a single case, medical termination can be safely preformed in carefully selected cases of conjoined twins beyond 20 weeks of gestation. The adequate cervical preparation, pain control and careful monitoring of the procedure are critical for optimal outcome.
Prevalence of COVID-19 infection among dental and nursing students in Alappuzha
Authors: V. S. Viswakala , Sivadasan Amrutha M. , Philip Sairu , Karthikeyan Sarath Thekkethil , Ahmed Salma , Ali Edavazhikkal Sameeha Mohamed , Kalappurakkunnel Roshan Thankappen , Kizhakke Veetil Saranya Raveendran , Thecheri Sanaa , Vishnu Bhavanam Reshma Beena , Navas Safna Sheeja , Mohammed Shahana , Kizhakkekara Shalan Milan
Published: August 2023

Background: The Corona Virus (SARS-COV2) is one of the major pathogens that affect the human respiratory system. As it spreads via droplets, healthcare workers are at increased risk of acquiring the infection. Nursing students who are exposed to the hospital setting during their clinical postings are prone to infection because they may provide care to patients who are suspected of or diagnosed with COVID-19 infection. In dentistry, the use of hand pieces and ultrasonic instruments during dental procedures unavoidably result in generation of blood and saliva droplets. Objective was to estimate the prevalence of COVID-19 infection among Dental and Nursing students of Government dental college and nursing college, Alappuzha.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted in Dental and Nursing students of Government TD Dental College and Nursing College, Alappuzha in November 2021. Convenient sampling was done and persons who were willing to take part in the study were distributed with a pretested questionnaire via Google Form and data was collected and analysed.
Results: Out of the 174 study participants, 77 were Dental students and 97 were Nursing students, 33% of Dental students and 36% of Nursing students reported of being infected with COVID-19 virus. Significant association was obtained between COVID-19 infection and contact with Covid positive case.
Conclusions: Prevalence of COVID-19 infection among Dental and Nursing students was 35.10%. Prevalence of COVID-19 infection among Dental students and Nursing students were 33% and 36% respectively.
Paraneoplastic Neurologic Syndrome in Small Cell Lung Carcinoma
Authors: Lee Young-Gon , Ku Young-Su , Jung Han-Young , Kim Myeong-Ok , Joa Kyung-Lim , Kim Chang-Hwan
Published: August 2023

A 54-year-old male smoker, previously in good health, was admitted to the hospital due to a tingling sensation in his upper and lower extremities. He reported difficulty walking due to a loss of balance and numbness, leading to an initial diagnosis of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. Brain and spine magnetic resonance imaging, along with needle electromyography, yielded inconclusive findings. However, a nerve conduction study indicated a length-dependent pattern of sensory-dominant polyneuropathy. A cerebrospinal fluid study did not reveal any specific findings in terms of cell numbers, proteins, or immune tests. Following hospitalization, the patient reported progressive dizziness upon standing, leading to a preliminary diagnosis of orthostatic hypotension. However, a positive anti-Hu autoantibody test, along with chest computed tomography and positron emission tomography scans, revealed a mass in the left interlobar lymph node, suggestive of lung cancer. An endoscopic biopsy confirmed the presence of small cell lung cancer (SCLC). The patient underwent chemo-radiation treatment for the SCLC and immunoglobulin therapy for sensory ganglionopathy. As a result, a definitive diagnosis of paraneoplastic neurologic syndrome was made. Although such cases are rare, our observations suggest that symptoms of dysautonomia and sensory ganglionopathy may be associated with the production of anti-Hu antibodies.
Estrategias didácticas para mejorar la comprensión lectora de estudiantes normalistas
Authors: Ortiz-Montañez Rafael Alexander
Published: August 2023

Este trabajo investigativo refiere el diseño de una intervención didáctica que mejore el nivel de comprensión lectora de un grupo de estudiantes de Escuelas Normales Superiores de Norte de Santander, Colombia. Problemática surgida del bajo nivel de desempeño de la población objeto, 54 estudiantes del Ciclo de Formación Complementaria, en competencias comunicativas en las pruebas Saber Pro. La metodología empleada fue cualitativa deductiva y se desarrolló en dos fases: inicialmente, se recolectó información a través de encuestas y entrevistas para caracterizar el grupo objeto; luego pruebas de lectura con respuesta abierta para conocer el nivel lector de los participantes generando algunas conclusiones claves para un segundo momento donde se diseña y ejecuta una propuesta didáctica, posteriormente evaluada junto con el proceso investigativo. Se empleó el método seminario-taller implementado en seis sesiones cuyo objetivo fue profundizar en las estrategias de lectura propuestas por Solé y Mateos (2009). Finalmente se presentan conclusiones acerca de los logros obtenidos y la influencia de los factores en el entorno social en el desarrollo de la competencia lectora y las implicaciones de estos resultados en el futuro ejercicio de los docentes normalistas. También se muestran algunas proyecciones de la investigación y campos abiertos para otros investigadores.
Fundamentals of different wind turbines for electricity generation and their modelling methods using different algorithms
Authors: Zohreh Ranjbar , Sheshbahreh Shahab Jalili , Ghorbani Mahsa , Zahedi Rahim , Keshavarzzadeh Mansour , Yousefi Hossein
Published: August 2023

 Increased concern for the environment has led to the search for more environment-friendly energy sources so that wind energy can be used as an endless option for human consumption. Wind turbines offer a promising solution for off-grid areas. However, they have certain drawbacks associated with different configurations. Darrieus turbine is one type that can be more efficient than other types. The poor start-up performance of Darrieus turbines is one of the critical problems restricting its development. Another problem of this kind of wind turbine is tackled by identifying the optimization parameters, such as complex flow dynamics around the system. The present article reviews modeling vertical axis turbines methods and discusses the turbine’s operation by presenting the results of these methods. In this review, the authors have attempted to compile the main aerodynamic models that have been used for performance prediction and design of straight-bladed Darrieus-type VAWT. The main object of this study is to research the advantages and disadvantages of wind turbine modeling methods, and the selection of these methods depends on the purpose of the modeling.
Genel Konut Özelliklerinin ve Fiyat Duyarlılığının Konut Satın Alma Davranışına Etkisi
Authors: YALÇIN Aybüke
Published: August 2023

Dünyada yaşanan hızlı değişimler ve gelişmeler her alanda olduğu gibi gayrimenkul sektörünü de etkilemektedir. Tüketicilerin değişen istek ve ihtiyaçları, beklentileri, tutumları gibi değişkenler konut seçimlerinde etkili olmaktadır. Aynı zamanda değişen sosyal hayat, yaşam koşulları, iklim değişikliği, deprem gibi pek çok faktör tüketicilerin konut tercihlerini değiştirebileceği için konut üreticileri tarafından dikkate alınması gereken hususlardır. Bu araştırmada Ankara ilinde ikamet eden 18 yaş üstü bireylerin mülkiyet özellikleri, mülkiyet çevresi, mülkiyet görünümü ve fiyat duyarlılığı dışsal değişkenlerinin konut satın alma davranışını nasıl etkilediğini ve demografik unsurların satın alma davranışında farklılık yaratıp yaratmadığını ortaya koymayı amaçlamaktadır. Araştırmanın yöntemi Kısmi En Küçük Kareler–Yapısal Eşitlik Modellemesi olarak kullanılmıştır. Araştırma verilerinden elde edilen bulgulara göre mülkiyet çevresinin ve fiyat duyarlılığının konut satın alma davranışını etkilediği, mülkiyet görünümü ve mülkiyet özelliklerinin ise etkilemediği sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Katılımcıların demografik özelliklerine göre yapılan analiz bulgularına göre ise konut satın alımında medeni durum, meslek ve yaş değişkenlerinin farklılık göstermekte, cinsiyet, eğitim ve gelir düzeyi değişkenlerinin ise anlamlı bir farklılık göstermemektedir.
Environmental Quality Deterioration in the Mamminasata Metropolitan New City Area, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Authors: Surya Batara , Salim Agus , Hernita Hernita , Suriani Seri , Abubakar Herminawaty
Published: August 2023

Excessive urbanization in the development dynamics of Makassar City in its position as the main city in the Mamminasata Metropolitan urban system has an impact on the expansion of the area towards suburban areas for the needs of new city development. The development of new cities through the development of socio-economic activities contributes positively to the quality of the environment. Increased housing development and socio-economic activities mark this condition, and urban infrastructure is allocated for new urban areas. The development of the new city area of Moncongloe-Pattalasang impacts changes in spatial attributes, spatial dynamics, and urban transportation systems based on patterns of origin and travel destinations towards the complexity of space utilization and environmental degradation from the suburbs. This study analyzes the direct and indirect effects of land cover change, land elevation, and agricultural land conversion on environmental degradation. This study uses a quantitative survey approach, and data was obtained through observation, survey, and documentation. The study results show that the development of new urban areas has positively contributed to the spatial dynamics and socio-economic system of the Mamminasata urban community. Furthermore, the difference in land elevation has positively affected changes in spatial activity patterns, environmental quality degradation, and the potential risk of urban flooding in the new city area of Moncongloe-Pattalassang. This study recommends restoring the environmental quality of new urban areas in formulating policies to support the sustainability of the Mamminasata Metropolitan urban development.
Experimental Analysis of Water-1MHz-gasified with O2, and Simulation Analysis of Physicals Parameters Effect of Solvents in Megasonic Cleaning
Authors: Rhabi Taha Yassine , Taha Mohamed , Hmamou Dris Ben , Arjdal Elhanafi
Published: August 2023

Aqueous chemicals and solvents are used heavily in semiconductor manufacturing, and device manufacturers are focused on advancing these cleaning liquids to the next technology node. The scientific results confirm that ultrasonic agitation can improve the removal of particles. Megasonic energy has been proven to improve particle elimination in semiconductor devices in cleaning procedures. On the other hand, applied ultrasonic energy may damage the sensible devices in the cleaning process. In order to better comprehend, we explore in this paper the impact of different liquid properties by showing the transient cavitation threshold by performing some simulations with the analytical Blake model and the numerical Gilmore model. The experimental setup firstly to understand the temporal and spectral response of the increasing of the electrical power, and secondly to investigate that increasing the gas level in the cleaning bath in Water-1MHz-gasified with O_2 modifies the acoustical pressure in the medium. We can conclude that the experimental measurements and simulation studies of the applicable sound wave field and cavitation level provide an important indication of the medium's properties. By proceeding in this manner, we can find the impact parameters on the onset of transient cavitation and the safe area to treat client wafers. At this point, we can figure out the cavitation threshold that works for us and safely translate it from one chemical process to another.
Electroencephalography Signal Analysis for Virtual Reality Sickness: Head-mounted Display and Screen-based
Authors: Suwandi Galih Restu Fardian , Khotimah Siti Nurul , Haryanto Freddy , Suprijadi -
Published: August 2023

The use of virtual reality (VR) technology is growing in the current era of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the use of VR is causing problems for its users. Some symptoms, such as nausea, headache, and eye strain, are felt after using VR. These symptoms are called VR sickness. This study used electroencephalography (EEG) to record participants' brain activity changes when experiencing VR sickness. Participants are given VR impressions via screens and head-mounted displays (HMD). In addition, the subject also filled out a simulator sickness questionnaire (SSQ) before and after being given a VR. Brain waves in the alpha frequency range (8 Hz-13 Hz) and low beta frequency (13 Hz-21 Hz) were analyzed through the power spectral density (PSD). From the SSQ results, participants who saw VR through the screen experienced increased nausea symptoms. On the other hand, participants who saw VR through HMD experienced an increase in nausea and oculomotor symptoms (p
Characteristics of Anthocyanin as Natural Dyes from Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea L.) on Regions Growing in North Maluku
Authors: Soenarsih Sri , Abdullatif Zauzah , Nurhasanah - , Rasulu Hamidin
Published: August 2023

Butterfly pea has the potential to be a natural dye. The identification of anthocyanin compounds and anthocyanin content and antioxidant activity of butterfly pea flowers that grow in several regions in North Maluku need to be traced to identify the quality of anthocyanin content from late flowers. The research samples for the butterfly pea flower came from seven growing regions in North Maluku, and this study aimed to identify the phytochemical components of anthocyanins using the GC-MS method and to determine antioxidant activity using the DPPH method in ethanol extracts defined using the spectrophotometric method. The data obtained revealed the results of GC-MS phytochemicals and confectionery was identified as approximately 4-7 anthocyanin compounds with varying retention time peaks, with the best growth area for the highest anthocyanin content in Fitu Ternate with 35.38%, the Tidore region 33.92% and Maliaro 33.22%. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometric (GC-MS) analysis results are intended to filter phytochemical, functional component groups presented by the Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrophotometer (FT-IR) in ethanol extract of Clitoria ternatea flowers. The results showed that the antioxidant activity test obtained IC50 values on dried eagle flower extracts from several growing areas in North Maluku, which ranged from 39,009 â€“ 74,481 Î¼g / ml. IC50 values are best produced in the growing area of Fitu Ternate and Tidore of 39,01 and 39,37 criteria for oxidant activity with powerful free radical inhibition.
The Effects Morpho-Anatomical Characters Leaves Tectona grandis and Gmelina arborea as Carbon Dioxide Absorption in Unhas Urban Forest
Authors: Tambaru Elis , Bachtiar Budirman , Ura' Resti , Tuwo Mustika
Published: August 2023

Urban forests play an important role in reducing the impact of pollutants in the air, such as carbon dioxide (CO2). Plants can absorb several kinds of pollutants, so they can play a role in cleaning the air from air pollution. Air pollution can also affect the morphology and anatomy of the leaves, such as chlorosis and necrosis. Thus, this study was conducted to characterize the morphology, stomata anatomy, and physiology of the Tectona grandis and Gmelina arborea tree species in their potential as CO2 pollutant absorbers in the Urban Forest of Hasanuddin University Tamalanrea Makassar. The method used was an analysis of leaves morphology characterization, longitudinal leaves stomata characterization using nail polish containing acetone, analysis of leaves chlorophyll content, and CO2 absorption; the data were analyzed descriptively. The results showed that the characteristics of leaves morphology leaves, stomata, and leaves chlorophyll content affected the absorption of CO2 pollutants in each type of tree. Tectona grandis has thick leaves morphology characteristics, roughly hairy leaves surface, leaves size 298.42 cm per leaves blade, abaxial stomata number 80.000 stomata/mm2, stomata size 80.390 Âµm, chlorophyll a 0.016 mg/g, chlorophyll b 0.104 mg/g, and ability of CO2 absorption of leaves was 0.0138x10-4 g/cm2. Gmelina arborea has thin leaves morphological characteristics, smooth leaves surface, leaves the size of 165.726 cm per leaves blade, several abaxial stomata of 488.667 stomata/mm2, stomata size of 77.537 Âµm, chlorophyll a 0.015 mg/g, chlorophyll b 0.083 mg/g, and ability of CO2 absorption of leaves were 0.0441x10-4 g/cm2.
The Effect of Annealing Modification on Increasing Glucomannan Content of Porang (Amorphophallus Muelleri Blume) Flour
Authors: Setiavani Gusti , Suarti Budi
Published: August 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of annealing on the glucomannan, protein, and water content of porang (Amorphophallus Muelleri Blume) flour. The material was a porang tuber from a farmer in Lubuk Pakam Regency in the second plant period. The method was completely randomized with temperature treatments of 30 Â°C, 40 Â°C, and 50 Â°C, and time; 3 hours, 4 hours, and 5 hoursâ€”parameters observation consisting of water content, protein, glucomannan, and yield. Annealing time significantly affects water content, glucomannan, and yield. It is related to the longer the time; the more water-soluble compounds were lost. It increases the amount of glucomannan and decreases the yield. The temperature significantly affects water content, protein level, glucomannan content, and yield. At the temperature reaches 40 degrees Celsius, the number of glucomannan increases, which is associated with the beginning of the gelatinization process. At the onset of gelatinization, the starch granule structure weakens, allowing it to be readily crushed and liberated from glucomannan. This study indicated that glucomannan content decreased significantly as the temperature increased to 50 Â°C. It is hypothesized that the gelatinization temperature of porang starch is low; therefore, gelatinization is complete at around 50 Â°C. However, it needs further research. The protein level decreases by increasing temperature due to protein denaturation. The annealing process at 40 Â°C for 5 hours gives the high glucomannan content. Glucomannan has a strong relationship with yield. The annealing process promised to be used in glucomannan production from porang tuber.
College Studentsâ€™ Perception and Concerns regarding Online Examination amid COVID-19
Authors: Lee HeeJeong Jasmine , Ling Mee Hong , Alvin Yau Kokâ€Lim
Published: August 2023

Growing concerns about online examinations have led to various investigations of techniques for improvement. With most higher education institutions shifting to online learning and examination amid COVID-19, these concerns, including the academic dishonesty, validity, reliability, and anxiety of online examination, are more critical than ever. This paper presents the outcomes of the survey to elicit the perceptions of undergraduate students from two universities in South Korea and Malaysia towards undertaking online exams and the associated concerns. Additionally, the study explores the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in addressing these concerns. There are three main research questions: 1) How has AI been adopted to tackle the four main concerns in online exams? 2) What are the studentsâ€™ perceptions regarding these concerns? Are there any differences between South Korean and Malaysian students? 3) What is the extent of the stress level when webcam proctoring and timers are implemented during online exams? The survey results show that both South Korean and Malaysian students agree that online exams make cheating more accessible than in-person exams. They also suggest that selecting questions randomly from a question bank could discourage cheating. Moreover, the study highlights that both groups of students experience moderate stress levels when webcam proctoring is used over Zoom during online exams, and they experience a high-stress level when timers are set for each question.
Robust Pose Estimation of Pedestrians with a Deep Neural Networks
Authors: Yi Chuho , Cho Jungwon
Published: August 2023

In this paper, we provide a method for robust estimation of pedestrian pose that is especially useful for autonomous vehicles traveling toward pedestrians far away. Pedestrians in the far distance appear relatively small when seen by a camera, making it difficult to estimate the pedestrian's pose. We use fused deep neural networks (DNNs) to resolve the problems presented by pedestrians in the far distance. First, DNNs are used to detect pedestrians and enlarge the observed image. Next, the DNN method of pose estimation is applied. The proposed method uses a single camera to estimate the posture of a pedestrian in the far distance. Far-off pedestrians observed by cameras in moving cars appear as low-resolution images of non-rigid bodies. Detection and orientation estimation are difficult with conventional image processing methods. We used a series of DNNs to detect pedestrians, improve data availability, and estimate challenging postures to address these limitations. In this paper, we propose a method based on the multi-stage fusion of DNNs to solve a difficult problem for a single DNN. The experimental results established the superiority of the proposed method when applied to data challenging for conventional pose estimation methods. Applications of the proposed method include observing small objects and objects in the far distance. The method may be especially useful in surveillance systems, sports broadcasting, and other applications requiring human posture estimation.
Institutional Design and Transitional Justice: An Analysis of Colombia’s Land Restitution Policy
Authors: Sánchez Nelson Camilo , Naranjo Velasco Karolina
Published: August 2023

Este artículo analiza la implementación de la política de restitución de tierras de Colombia durante más de 12 años, con el objetivo de proporcionar información sobre el debate acerca del desempeño y la eficacia de las instituciones para abordar los problemas de propiedad en contextos de conflicto armado y acceso desigual a la tierra. Los autores recopilaron información estadística sobre las reclamaciones tramitadas, realizaron entrevistas y discusiones en grupos focales y analizaron más de 860 decisiones extraídas de la página web de la agencia gubernamental para comprender por qué la Agencia para la Restitución de Tierras de Colombia ha rechazado más del 65 % de todas las reclamaciones recibidas. El artículo busca contribuir a la literatura sobre justicia transicional (JT) y gobernanza de la tierra de tres maneras: proporciona pruebas empíricas, facilita la conexión entre los hallazgos empíricos y la literatura sobre burocracias transicionales, y mejora la comprensión del diseño y funcionamiento de las burocracias JT relacionadas con la tierra. Los autores sostienen que, si bien los marcos normativos innovadores y los impulsos políticos al más alto nivel son necesarios para una implementación de los mecanismos de justicia transicional de manera exitosa, es necesario ofrecer una explicación más detallada del éxito o fracaso de dichos mecanismos. El artículo se centra en la literatura académica, examina las principales características del modelo de restitución colombiano, y concluye con una serie de reflexiones sobre los límites de la reforma institucional en contextos de transición.
La Légèreté et la pesanteur à travers la relation familiale dans les romans de Milan Kundera
Authors:   Société d’Etudes Franco-coréennes, NOH Ran
Published: August 2023

La relation familiale atypique dans L'Insoutenable légèreté de l'être et L'Immortalité de Milan Kundera relève les thèmes existentiels kundériens : la légèreté vs. la pesanteur, l'âme vs. le corps et le hasard vs. la nécessité. Ces thèmes sont liés étroitement au moi ou à l'identité, qui est l'autre thème existentiel. Dans L'Insoutenalble légèreté de l'être, Tomas, le père sans paternité, qui représente la légèreté, refuse tout 'es muss sein', devoir et responsabilité qui sont donnés à l'extérieur. Alors que Tereza, qui est le prolongement de sa mère impudique, incarne la pesanteur. Pour elle, le corps est son unique souci. Agnès et Laura, les soeurs dans L'Immortalité, sont aux antipodes. La première poursuit la légèreté, la solitude, alors que la dernière, qui représente la pesanteur et le corps comme Tereza, impose le poids en imitant tout. Leurs attitudes opposées ont été héritées de leurs parents : Agnès de son père, Laura de sa mère. Ainsi, l'auteur nous révèle ses thèmes les plus importants à travers la relation familiale.
Réflexion socio-anthropologique sur les études coréennes en France
Authors:   Société d’Etudes Franco-coréennes, YIM Eunsil
Published: August 2023

S'appuyant sur les expénences d'enseignement à l'Université Paris Cité, l'auteur se propose de dresser l'état des lieux des études coréennes en France afin d'en dégager une réflexion constrnctive sur le devenir de ces dernières. L'attention se focalise d'abord sur l'histoire des études coréennes en tant que formation universitaire dont l'objectif est de restituer les conditions de son développement. En effet, les études coréennes ont connu une évolution rapide : depuis l'introduction du premier cours de coréen à la Sorbonne en 1956, on compte désormais sept universités offrant un cursus de coréen en LLCER (Langues, littératures et civilisations étrangères et régionales) et en LEA (Langues étrangères appliquées) ; et par ailleurs, de plus en plus d'établissements d'enseignement supérieurs ouvrent des cours de coréen. Le dynamisme s'observe également dans le domaine de la recherche comme l'atteste le renforcement du Centre de recherches sur la Corée (CRC) qui, depuis sa fusion avec ceux sur la Chine et le Japon (UMR 8173 « Chine Corée Japon »), est devenu un pôle de recherches incontournable spécialisé sur l'Asie. Pour une meilleure compréhension de la situation des études coréennes dans les universités en France, il convient de distinguer deux types de cursus : la licence LLCER « études coréennes » est tournée vers l'enseignement généraliste articulant les cours de langue et de civilisations tandis que la licence LEA « Anglais/Coréen » met l'accent sur l'enseignement professionnalisant. La coexistence de ces formations permet de diversifier l'offre tout en attirant des profils variés de candidats, et ce faisant, contribue au développement des études coréennes. Leur « montée en puissance » en France aujourd'hui trouve une explication dans l'évolution des profils sociologiques des étudiants. Cette sociographie peut être analysée grâce aux dossiers de candidature déposés sur la plateforme nationale d'admission dans l'enseignement supérieur, le Parcoursup : ce sont en particulier le parcours scolaire, l'origine géographique du lycée sortant et la motivation. L'analyse de ces éléments parmi les étudiants admis en première année montre l'augmentation des profils possédant une bonne aptitude scolaire, issus de classes sociales moyenne voire aisée. Si cette tendance s'observe ces dernières années, il faudra poursuivre les mêmes analyses sur plusieurs années pour qu'elle soit confirmée. L'évolution dynamique des études coréennes en France est incontestable. On ne doit pas pour autant faire abstraction d'un certain nombre de problèmes qui se pose à moyen et à long termes, tels que le développement des manuels adéquats, le renforcement de l'offre pédagogique en master et la diversification active dans le domaine de recherches en coréanologie.