bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Turkish Validity and Reliability of the Novel Validated Short Questionnaire for Assessing Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet and Nutritional Sustainability (MedQ-Sus): A Methodological Study
Authors: Ülker İzzet , Pourdeh Elham Foroudi
Published: December 2024

This study aims to validate the "Adherence of Mediterranean Diet and Nutritional Sustainability Questionnaire (MedQ-Sus)" and Filling the gap of a reliable, alcohol-free Mediterranean diet adherence tool for the Turkish population, considering the culture of low alcohol consumption. This study, which involved 290 participants aged 18 to 64, was conducted from October 2023 to May 2024. Content validity was assessed by an expert panel of 10 dietitian academics. The Davis method was applied to calculate the Content Validity Index (CVI). With CVI scores ranging from 0.8 to 1.0, none of the scale items were removed. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) served to assess the construct validity of the scale. The data were deemed appropriate for factor analysis, as indicated by the Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) value of 0.905 and the Bartlett test results (χ² = 2426.436, p < 0.001). The single-factor structure of the scale was supported by the EFA results, with item factor loadings between 0.699 and 0.916. The Cronbach's α coefficient for the scale was found to be 0.954 in the internal consistency analyses. Positive item-total correlations were observed, and removing any item did not result in a significant increase in the Cronbach's α coefficient. As a result, it was concluded that the MedQ-Sus scale in its Turkish version is both valid and reliable. In Turkey, this scale can be utilized to evaluate the adherence of adults to the Mediterranean diet (MD) as well as their perception of nutritional sustainability. This study contributes to validating and establishing the reliability of a tool for measuring adherence to the MD among Turkish speakers.
Assessing the Socioeconomic Impact of Stringent Containment Policies on COVID-19 Outcomes: A Comparative Analysis of OECD Countries in 2020-2021
Authors: Kargı Bilal
Published: December 2024

Stringent containment measures, including business and workplace closures, travel restrictions, mandatory facemask usage, and compulsory vaccinations, have been widely implemented to curb the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). However, the optimal level of strictness in these policies remains contentious, with concerns regarding potential adverse societal and economic impacts of excessively stringent measures. This study explores the effectiveness of varying degrees of containment policies in mitigating COVID-19 cases and fatalities. Using a homogeneous sample of 31 countries with a GDP per capita above $16,000, we conduct a comparative analysis between nations with high and low levels of containment strictness. Our findings indicate that countries with a containment index below 50 (indicating lower strictness) exhibit lower average COVID-19 confirmed cases per population (24.69% vs. 26.06%) and lower fatality rates (74.33% vs. 76.38%) compared to countries with higher containment indices (around 60). These results suggest that excessively stringent containment measures may not be essential for effective COVID-19 mitigation and that less stringent policies could be more sustainable over the long term. This study contributes to the existing literature on the efficacy of containment policies in managing COVID-19 and offers insights for policymakers striving to strike a balance between public health objectives and economic considerations. Our findings advocate for a moderate approach to containment strategies, emphasizing targeted and adaptable measures as potentially more effective in mitigating the impact of COVID-19 while minimizing adverse effects on society and the economy.
Evaluation of the Effects of Night Eating Syndrome and Mindful Eating on Sleep Quality Among Female Students in the Faculty of Health Sciences
Authors: Köse Aybike Gizem , Sarıkaya Buse , İçer Mehmet Arif
Published: December 2024

Poor sleep quality is prevalent among university students and has been linked to unhealthy eating behaviors, including night eating and low mindful eating, which may negatively impact overall health and well-being. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of mindful eating and night eating syndrome on sleep quality among female students in the Faculty of Health Sciences.
This cross-sectional study was conducted with a total of 360 female university students aged 18 to 24 years. Data were collected through face-to-face surveys, and the Mindful Eating Questionnaire (MEQ), Night Eating Questionnaire (NEQ), and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were administered.
Among the participants, 40.8% were classified as good sleepers, while 59.2% were poor sleepers. Additionally, MEQscores were not statistically different between the two groups (p > 0.05), while NEQ total scores were significantly higher in participants with poor sleep quality (p = 0.003). Higher total PSQI scores were significantly associated with skipping meals (Beta = 0.101), alcohol consumption (Beta = 0.163), high BMI (Beta = 0.610), and NEQ score (Beta = 0.084).
In conclusion, poor sleep quality among female university students is significantly associated with night eating behaviors, higher BMI, meal skipping, and alcohol consumption, highlighting the need for interventions targeting these behaviors to improve sleep quality and overall well-being.
The Effects of Natural and Artifical Sweeteners on Glucose Intolerance, Liver Enzymes and Oxidative Stress in Rats with Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Pehlivan Merve , Köksal Eda
Published: December 2024

The impacts of artificial and sweeteners on liver enzymes, glucose intolerance, and oxidative stress were investigated in the present research.
Sixty adult male Wistar rats were indiscriminately distributed to two groups, involving 30 in each. The first group was made diabetic with streptozocin, and the second group was called the healthy control group. Then, these groups were divided into 3 different groups again and these groups were given 250 mg/kg daily of Aspartame and Stevia and followed for 5 weeks to compare their effects.
A comparison between the groups indicated that the diabetic stevia group had lower levels of aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), blood glucose, and HbA1c values than the diabetic aspartame group (p
Kadına Yönelik Şiddet Üzerine Hemşirelik Araştırmaları: Bibliyometrik Bir Analiz
Authors: Emirza Elif Güzide
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışma kadına yönelik şiddet üzerine yapılmış hemşirelik araştırmalarını bibliyometrik bir analiz ile incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Araştırmada bibliyometrik analiz ve bilim haritalama yöntemleri uygulanmıştır. Veriler, 16 Ağustos 2024 tarihinde SCOPUS veri tabanı kullanılarak, belirli bir yıl kısıtlaması olmaksızın toplanmıştır. Elde edilen verilerde “hemşirelik”, “hemşirelik bakımı”, “aile içi şiddet”, “yakın partner şiddeti”, “cinsel şiddet”, “cinsiyet kimliği” ve “feminizm” anahtar kelimeleri kullanılmıştır. Yapılan arama sonucunda toplam 3062 yayına ulaşılmıştır. Hemşirelik ve psikoloji alanlarına odaklanarak 1365 çalışma incelenmiştir. Analiz sürecinde verilerin haritalanması ve görselleştirilmesi için VOSviewer yazılımı kullanılmıştır. Konu ile ilgili en yaygın anahtar kelimelerin " Domestic violence" ve " Intimate partner violence " olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Yazar iş birliği en çok Amerika Birleşik Devletleri, İngiltere, Türkiye ve Kanada'da yoğunlaşmaktadır. Ayrıca, bu alanda en fazla yayına sahip hemşirelik dergisinin "Journal of Advanced Nursing" olduğu belirlenmiştir. Bibliometric data reveal that nursing research on violence against women has increased significantly in recent years. Determining whether this increase is due to increased awareness or factors directly related to violence against women will be a useful guide in planning protective and preventive interventions.
YEREL GİYSİLERİN KÜLTÜREL DEĞERLERİ ÜZERİNE BİR İNCELEME: TUNCELİ ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: Oskay Nazan
Published: December 2024

Giyim-kuşam, kökeninde insanoğlunun doğanın sert koşullarına karşı korunma amaçlı kullanılmış olsa da süreç içerisinde kültürel bir öğe ve kültürün bir taşıyıcısı olarak karşımıza çıkmaktadır. İnsanın doğal çevresi, yaşadığı coğrafî konum, ekonomik ve toplumsal yapısı giyimin şekillenmesinde katkıda bulunan önemli etmenlerdir. Kökeninde vücudu korumanın bir yolu olarak icat edilen, ancak zamanla kişiliği ifade etmenin bir aracı ve sosyal bir sembol haline gelen giyim-kuşam, ulusların geçirdiği evreleri, örf ve adetleri hakkında da veriler sunmaktadır. Bu çerçevede, Anadolu giyim-kuşam geleneği, malzeme, biçim ve bezeme unsurlarıyla halk kültürünün değerli kaynaklarından birini oluşturmaktadır. Zengin giyim-kuşam örneklerine sahip olan Anadolu’nun bu kültürel izlerine her bölgede ulaşmak mümkündür. Bu yörelerden biri olan Tunceli ili, kadın ve erkek kıyafetleri açısından geniş bir çeşitlilik sunmaktadır. Ancak teknolojinin gelişmesi ve küreselleşme ile gittikçe tek tipe dönüşme, kentin sahip olduğu giyim-kuşamla ilgili kültürel değerlerin kaybolmayla yüz yüze kalmasına neden olmuştur. Bu bağlamda, araştırma, Tunceli’nin geleneksel giyim-kuşamının özelliklerini, işlevlerini ve kültürel önemini kaydederek, bölgenin zengin kültürel mirasının gelecek nesillere aktarılmasını hedeflemektedir. Bu doğrultuda, kentte gerçekleştirilen alan araştırması sonucunda elde edilen örnekler belgelenmiş ve fotoğraflanarak sunulmuştur. Araştırma sürecinde yapılan gözlem, inceleme ve bulgular metne aktarılmıştır.
Analisis Implementasi Kebijakan Koordinasi dan Integrasi Penyelenggaraan Transmigrasi (KIPT) pada Kawasan Transmigrasi Salimbatu Kabupaten Bulungan Provinsi Kalimantan Utara
Authors: Rosmini Rosmini , Nita Nurliawati  , T Gedeona Hendrikus
Published: December 2024

Pemerintah telah menetapkan Peraturan Presiden Nomor 50 Tahun 2018 tentang Koordinasi dan Integrasi Penyelenggaraan Transmigrasi (KIPT). Penetapan kebijakan tersebut bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kerjasama antara lembaga untuk memadukan program dan kegiatan yang mendukung penyelenggaraan transmigrasi. Kebijakan tersebut diharapkan berdampak positif pada peningkatan perkembangan kawasan transmigrasi. Kenyataannya penerapan kebijakan KIPT di kawasan transmigrasi Salimbatu Kabupaten Bulungan diduga masih belum optimal. Penyelenggaraan transmigrasi pada kawasan tersebut belum memaksimalkan keterlibatan lintas sektor sehingga berdampak pada rendahnya indeks perkembangan kawasan transmigrasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis proses implementasi kebijakan KIPT pada kawasan transmigrasi Salimbatu Kabupaten Bulungan Provinsi Kalimantan Utara. Panduan teori menggunakan teori George Edward III yang bernama implementing public policy. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif dan teknik pengumpulan data berdasarkan hasil wawancara, studi dokumen dan observasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi kebijakan KIPT masih belum mampu secara optimal membangun kolaborasi antara pemangku kepentingan yang terkait sehingga indeks perkembangan kawasan transmigrasi Salimbatu belum optimal tercapai. Guna mencapai tujuan yang diharapkan, pada kawasan transmigrasi Salimbatu Kabupaten Bulungan Provinsi Kalimantan Utara sudah dilakukan namun belum optimal. Ketidakoptimalan capaian tujuan itu disebabkan oleh faktor kebijakan tersebut telah disosialisasikan pemerintah pusat hingga pemerintah daerah dan didukung dengan informasi kawasan transmigrasi yang lengkap serta dukungan Kepala Daerah yang cukup baik. Beberapa kendala yang masih ditemukan dalam implementasi kebijakan tersebut yaitu belum efektifnya komunikasi antar tim yang terlihat dari minimnya sosialisasi dan media komunikasi yang dilakukan; ketersediaan SDM sekretariat tim yang belum memadai terutama dalam kaitan dengan pengelolaan anggaran dalam perencanaan, pembangunan dan pengembangan kawasan transmigrasi Salimbatu; Aspek sumber daya, diperlukan penambahan pegawai sekretariat tim KIPT dan kewenangan untuk mengintervensi anggaran yang mendukung program perencanaan, pembangunan dan pengembangan kawasan transmigrasi dan aspek dukungan berbagai aktor lintas sektor yang belum maksimal dan insentif yang belum memadai bagi para pelaksana kebijakan di level operasional; serta ketiadaan SOP dalam kaitan dengan koordinasi implementasi kebijakan ini. Disposisi masih diperlukan optimalisasi kontribusi lintas sektor dan pemberian penghargaan atau insentif bagi pelaksana kebijakan serta dalam aspek struktur birokrasi diperlukan penyusunan SOP terkait implementasi KIPT.
Tanggung Jawab Sosial Pemegang Persetujuan Bangunan Gedung Rumah Ibadah Kristen di Indonesia
Authors: Hadasa Widelia  , Dwi Putra Nugraha
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi tanggung jawab sosial yang diemban oleh pemegang izin dalam pembangunan tempat ibadah Kristen di Indones. Sebagai bagian dari pelaksanaan hak atas kebebasan beragama yang dijamin oleh Undang-Undang Dasar Republik Indonesia, pembangunan tempat ibadah Kristen tidak hanya memerlukan izin administratif dan hukum, tetapi juga mempertimbangkan dampak sosial terhadap masyarakat sekitar yang terdiri dari beragam latar belakang agama dan budaya. Tanggung jawab sosial pemegang izin mencakup aspek hubungan antaragama, integrasi sosial, dan pembangunan yang berkelanjutan serta ramah lingkungan yang sensitif terhadap kebutuhan masyarakat lokal. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan wawancara mendalam bersama pemegang izin, tokoh agama, dan anggota masyarakat di sekitar tempat ibadah yang sedang dibangun. Selain itu, studi ini juga mengkaji dokumen izin dan kebijakan pemerintah daerah terkait pembangunan tempat ibadah di Tangerang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemegang izin tempat ibadah Kristen di Tangerang memiliki tanggung jawab sosial yang mencakup beberapa area penting: pertama, menjaga keharmonisan dan toleransi antaragama melalui dialog terbuka dan komunikasi dengan masyarakat sekitar; kedua, memastikan bahwa pembangunan tempat ibadah tidak mengganggu kenyamanan atau kegiatan sosial warga sekitar, termasuk dalam pengelolaan lalu lintas dan kebisingan; dan ketiga, pemegang izin diharapkan berkontribusi pada program sosial masyarakat, seperti pendidikan dan pemberdayaan ekonomi lokal. Tanggung jawab ini merupakan bagian dari upaya untuk menciptakan lingkungan yang harmonis, di mana agama dapat menjadi sarana pengembangan karakter dan solidaritas sosial, bukan sumber konflik. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan agar pemerintah daerah lebih proaktif dalam memfasilitasi dialog antaragama dan mendukung pemegang izin dalam memenuhi tanggung jawab sosial mereka, untuk menciptakan keberagaman yang damai dan saling menghormati di Kota Tangerang.
Diplomasi Parlemen Indonesia: Kepemimpinan DPR RI dalam The 44th AIPA General Assembly 2023
Authors: Syauqiyah Asma Farah , Akim  , Abdirrohman Insan
Published: December 2024

Diplomasi parlemen telah menjadi elemen penting dalam kerja sama regional, khususnya di ASEAN melalui ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kepemimpinan DPR RI dalam diplomasi parlemen pada The 44th AIPA General Assembly 2023. Mengacu pada definisi diplomasi parlemen menurut Götz, penelitian ini mengkaji bagaimana DPR RI berperan aktif dalam merumuskan resolusi yang mendukung kerja sama antarparlemen di ASEAN, tanpa menggunakan pendekatan soft power.
penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam, studi dokumen, dan analisis literatur yang relevan. Fokus utama penelitian adalah pada proses penyusunan resolusi, strategi diplomasi yang digunakan DPR RI, serta bagaimana peran tersebut mencerminkan kepemimpinan Indonesia di tingkat regional. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa DPR RI memainkan peran kunci dalam memperkuat kerja sama antarparlemen ASEAN melalui pendekatan dialogis dan kolaboratif. Keberhasilan DPR RI dalam mendorong pengesahan resolusi menunjukkan komitmen Indonesia terhadap integrasi regional ASEAN. Penelitian ini berkontribusi pada pemahaman tentang diplomasi parlemen di ASEAN serta menyoroti pentingnya peran DPR RI sebagai aktor utama dalam kerja sama regional melalui AIPA.
Analisis Tingkat Kesadaran Hukum Masyarakat Kelurahan Belo Terhadap Pendaftaran Tanah
Authors: Rosalia Martha Jawa Kelen  , Benediktur Peter Lay
Published: December 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk Mengetahui Tingkat Kesadaran Hukum Masyarakat di Kelurahan Belo terhadap pendaftaran tanah, dan Mengetahui Faktor Penyebab Tingkat Kesadaran tersebut dan faktor penghambat pendaftaran tanah oleh masyarakat Kelurahan Belo. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian hukum empiris dengan model penelitian hukum yuridis-sosiologis. Hasil dari penelitian menemukan,  bahwa (1)tingkat kesadaran hukum masyarakat di Kelurahan Belo khususnya wilayah RT 03, cukup baik dari sisi pengetahuan, sikap terhadap pendaftaran tanah, dan perilaku yang sesuai dengan peraturan, dimana dilakukannya pendaftaran tanah oleh masyarakat, dan (2)ditemukan faktor-faktor penyebab dari tingkat kesadaran hukum tersebut, bahwa beberapa masyarakat justru  mengetahui pendaftaran tanah dari kerabat dan  tetangga, bukan melalui usaha-usaha penyebaran informasi dari pihak-pihak yang berwenang, dan faktor-faktor penghambat yang dapat menjadi tolak-ukur terjadinya ketidakinginan untuk mendaftarkan tanah oleh masyarakat, yakni dikarenakan biaya dan prosedur yang dianggap rumit.
Implementasi Hukum Lingkungan di Indonesia: Analisis Kebijakan dan Praktik Penegakan Hukum
Authors: Donny Setha
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis implementasi hukum lingkungan di Indonesia dengan fokus pada kebijakan yang ada dan praktik penegakan hukum. Dengan menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif, penelitian ini mengumpulkan data dari berbagai sumber melalui wawancara mendalam, analisis dokumen, dan observasi lapangan. Penelitian ini menyoroti peran Kementerian Lingkungan Hidup dan Kehutanan (KLHK) serta aparat penegak hukum, termasuk polisi dan jaksa, dalam upaya penegakan hukum lingkungan. Proses penegakan hukum meliputi penyelidikan, penyidikan, penuntutan, dan pengadilan kasus-kasus pelanggaran lingkungan. Studi kasus kebakaran hutan di Sumatera dan Kalimantan digunakan untuk menggambarkan respon pemerintah dan efektivitas penegakan hukum dalam mengatasi masalah lingkungan yang serius ini. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa meskipun kerangka hukum lingkungan di Indonesia sudah cukup kuat, implementasi di lapangan masih menghadapi berbagai tantangan, seperti keterbatasan sumber daya, koordinasi antar lembaga, dan praktik korupsi. Partisipasi masyarakat dan pendidikan lingkungan juga merupakan faktor penting yang perlu ditingkatkan untuk mendukung keberhasilan kebijakan dan penegakan hukum lingkungan. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa peningkatan kapasitas institusi penegak hukum, penguatan regulasi, dan partisipasi aktif masyarakat merupakan kunci untuk mencapai pengelolaan lingkungan hidup yang efektif dan berkelanjutan di Indonesia.
TRT Türk Halk Müziği Repertuvarına Kayıtlı Giresun Türkülerinde Söz Varlığı
Authors: Elmas Melek
Published: December 2024

Dil, insan hayatına karşılıklı iletişimi ve anlaşmayı getirmiştir. Bu olgu, iletişim sırasında bazı ögelerin gelecek nesillere aktarılmasına aracı olmuş, toplumlar arası bambaşka kültür ögelerinin fark edilmesini desteklemiştir. Dilin kullanımı ile geleceğe taşınan kültür ögeleri yine bu sayede gelişimini devam ettirmiştir. Köklerini geçmişten alan kültür ürünleri, dil vasıtasıyla birtakım değişimler geçirerek günümüze kadar ulaşmıştır. Geçmiş ve bugünün birleşiminden meydana gelen kültür, mozaik parçaların zaman içinde bir araya gelmesiyle ulus kimliğinin kazanılmasında etkili olmuştur. Farklı parçaların bir araya gelmesiyle oluşan bu kültür ürünleri, toplum hayatını da zenginleştirmiştir. Kültür hayatımızı zenginleştiren mozaik parçalardan bir tanesi çalışmamıza da konu olan halk türküleridir. Türküler, bir toplumun sosyal, siyasi, ekonomik ve kültürel yaşam tarzını yansıtan edebî yapıtlardır. Bu eserler, bir toplumun yaşam biçimini, geleneklerini ve göreneklerini yansıtırken; motiflerle, sembollerle ve göndermelerle süslenmişlerdir. Türküler, içinde bulunduğu toplumun birçok boyutunu işlemesi; bireysel olarak insanın duyuş şeklini ve düşünce biçimini ele alması bakımından dile ait birçok zenginliği bünyesinde taşımaktadır. Bu zenginlik sahip olduğu söz varlığı ile gözler önüne serilmektedir. Çalışmada, TRT Türk Halk Müziği (THM) repertuvarına kayıtlı Giresun türkülerinde söz varlığı ele alınmış, bölgenin dil zenginliğine yönelik tespitler betimsel ve belge tarama yöntemi ile analiz edilmiştir. TRT Türk Halk Müziği (THM) repertuvarına kayıtlı 82 Giresun türküsü, içerdiği motifler ve bu motifleri yansıtan söz varlığı açısından incelenmiştir. Sözü edilen türküler, motif ve semboller bakımından incelenirken, bu unsurların hangi türkülerde ne sıklıkla kullanıldığı tespit edilmiş, repertuvar numaraları ile gösterilmiştir. Giresun türkülerinde kullanılan, bölgenin duygu ve düşünce hayatıyla ilgili yansımalar; kelime grupları, kadın-erkek adları, yer adları, hayvan adları, bitki adları, ağaç adları, yiyecek adları, içecek adları, kıyafet adları, eşya adları, madeni adlar, meslek adları, müzik terimleri, denizcilik terimleri, coğrafi terimler ve dini terimler başlıklarında incelenmiştir. Elde edilen verilerden hareketle de yörenin kültürel değerleri işaretlenmiş, halk bilimi açısından çeşitli değerlendirme ve tespitlerde bulunulmuştur.
Türkiye ve Ermenistan Arasındaki İlişkilerin Düzelmesinde Ekonomik Potansiyeller
Authors: Zenginkuzucu Dikran M. , Yılmaz Sait
Published: December 2024

Azerbaycan ve Ermenistan arasındaki 28 Mart 1993 çatışmaları Türkiyeve Ermenistan ilişkilerini de olumsuz yönde etkilemiştir. 3 Nisan 1993’de Türkiye, Ermenistan'a tahıl sevkiyatını durdurdu ve iki ülke arasındaki kara sınırını kapattı. Tarihi sorunların yanı sıra, Dağlık Karabağ krizi, o zamandan bu yana ilişkilerin yeniden kurulmasının önündeki en büyük engel olarak görünmektedir. Normalleşme sürecine ve bölgesel istikrara katkı sağlamak için normalleşme sürecinin bu diğer karmaşık meselelerle iç içe olmaması ve ekonomik işlevselci bir yaklaşım sergilemek kritik bir önem taşımaktadır. Makale, Türkiye-Ermenistan ilişkilerinin son yirmi yıldaki gelişimini incelemeyi, mevcut sorunları vurgulamayı ve ilişkileri normalleştirmek için şimdiye kadar gerçekleştirilen toplumsal ve diplomatik girişimler dikkate alınarak neden bir çözüme ihtiyaç duyulduğunu vurgulamayı ve özellikle de yakınlaşma için ekonomik olanakların ortaya konulması ve vurgulanmasını amaçlamaktadır.
Muhasebe Meslek Mensuplarının İşin Anlamına Yönelik Algıları İle Görev Performansları Arasındaki İlişkide Demografik Değişkenlerin Düzenleyici Etkisi
Authors: Parlak Neşegül , Öztürk Çiftci Didem
Published: December 2024

Bu araştırmada, işin anlamına ilişkin algının görev performansı üzerindeki etkisi ve bu etkide farklı demografik değişkenlerin düzenleyici rolü olup olmadığının belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Ordu ilinde serbest ya da bir şirkete veya mali müşavirlik ofisine bağlı olarak faaliyet göstermekte olan Serbest Muhasebeci ve Mali Müşavirler, araştırma evrenini oluşturmaktadır. Araştırma bulguları, işe ilişkin anlam algısı ile görev performansı arasında pozitif yönlü, anlamlı ancak zayıf bir ilişki olduğunu, ayrıca görev performansının %4,5’lik bir oranda işin anlamlı bulunmasının etkisi ile açıklanabileceğini ortaya koymuştur. Bunun yanında demografik değişkenler arasında ise, yalnızca cinsiyet ve yaş değişkenlerinin bu etkide düzenleyici rolü olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Araştırma sonuçları, bir çalışanın işine yüklediği anlamın olumlu çıktılarından birisi olarak görev performansı artışını ortaya koymasının yanında, anlamlı bir işin bu olumlu etkisinin kadınlarda daha fazla olduğunu ve düşük yaştan yüksek yaşa doğru ilerledikçe azaldığını da göstermesi bakımından da önemlidir.
EPOCHS. IV. SED Modeling Assumptions and Their Impact on the Stellar Mass Function at 6.5 ≤ z ≤ 13.5 Using PEARLS and Public JWST Observations
Authors: Harvey Thomas , Conselice Christopher J. , Adams Nathan J. , Austin Duncan , Juodžbalis Ignas , Trussler James , Li Qiong , Ormerod Katherine , Ferreira Leonardo , Lovell Christopher C. , Duan Qiao , Westcott Lewi , Harris Honor , Bhatawdekar Rachana , Coe Dan , Cohen Seth H. , Caruana Joseph , Cheng Cheng , Driver Simon P. , Frye Brenda , Furtak Lukas J. , Grogin Norman A. , Hathi Nimish P. , Holwerda Benne W. , Jansen Rolf A. , Koekemoer Anton M. , Marshall Madeline A. , Nonino Mario , Vijayan Aswin P. , Wilkins Stephen M. , Windhorst Rogier , Willmer Christopher N. A. , Yan Haojing , Zitrin Adi
Published: December 2024

We utilize deep JWST Near Infrared Camera (NIRCam) observations for the first direct constraints on the Galaxy Stellar Mass Function (GSMF) at z > 10. Our EPOCHS v1 sample includes 1120 galaxy candidates at 6.5 < z < 13.5 taken from a consistent reduction and analysis of publicly available deep JWST NIRCam data covering the Prime Extragalactic Areas for Reionization Science, CEERS, GLASS, JADES GOOD-S, NGDEEP, and SMACS0723 surveys, totaling 187 arcmin2. We investigate the impact of spectral energy distribution fitting methods, assumed star formation histories (SFHs), dust laws, and priors on galaxy masses and the resultant GSMF. While our fiducial GSMF agrees with the literature at z < 13.5, we find that the assumed SFH model has a large impact on the GSMF and stellar mass density (SMD), finding a 0.75 dex increase in the SMD at z = 10.5 between a flexible nonparametric and standard parametric SFH. Overall, we find a flatter SMD evolution at z ≥ 9 than some studies predict, suggesting a rapid buildup of stellar mass in the early Universe. We find no incompatibility between our results and those of standard cosmological models, as suggested previously, although the most massive galaxies may require a high star formation efficiency. We find that the “little red dot” galaxies dominate the z = 7 GSMF at high masses, necessitating a better understanding of the relative contributions of active galactic nucleus and stellar emission. We show that assuming a theoretically motivated top-heavy initial mass function (IMF) reduces stellar mass by 0.5 dex without affecting fit quality, but our results remain consistent with existing cosmological models with a standard IMF.
Constraining the Galactic Structure Using Time Domain Gravitational Wave Signal from Double White Dwarfs Detected by Space Gravitational Wave Detectors
Authors: Zhang Siqi , Deng Furen , Lu Youjun , Yu Shenghua
Published: December 2024

The gravitational wave (GW) signals from a large number of double white dwarfs (DWDs) in the Galaxy are expected to be detected by space GW detectors, e.g., the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA), Taiji, and Tianqin in the millihertz band. In this paper, we present an alternative method by directly using the time-domain GW signal detected by space GW detectors to constrain the anisotropic structure of the Galaxy. The information of anisotropic distribution of DWDs is naturally encoded in the time-domain GW signal because of the variation of the detectors’ directions and consequently the pattern functions due to their annual motion around the Sun. The direct use of the time-domain GW signal enables simple calculations, such as utilizing an analytical method to assess the noise arising from the superposition of random phases of DWDs and using appropriate weights to improve the constraints. We investigate the possible constraints on the scale of the Galactic thin disk and bulge that may be obtained from LISA and Taiji by using this method with mock signals obtained from population synthesis models. We further show the different constraining capabilities of the low-frequency signal (foreground) and the high-frequency signal (resolvable sources) via the Markov Chain Monte Carlo method, and find that the scale height and length of the Galactic thin disk and the scale radius of the bulge can be constrained to a fractional accuracy of ∼30%, 30%, 40% (or 20%, 10%, 40%) by using the low-frequency (or high-frequency) signal detected by LISA or Taiji.
Radiatively Active Clouds and Magnetic Effects Explored in a Grid of Hot Jupiter GCMs
Authors: Kennedy Thomas D. , Rauscher Emily , Malsky Isaac , Roman Michael T. , Beltz Hayley
Published: December 2024

Cloud formation and magnetic effects are both expected to significantly impact the structures and observable properties of hot Jupiter atmospheres. For some hot Jupiters, thermal ionization and condensation can coexist in a single atmosphere, and both processes are important. We present a grid of general circulation models across a wide range of irradiation temperatures with and without incorporating the effects of magnetism and cloud formation to investigate how these processes work in tandem. We find that clouds are present in the atmosphere at all modeled irradiation temperatures, while magnetic effects are negligible for planets with irradiation temperatures cooler than 2000 K. At and above this threshold, clouds and magnetic fields shape atmospheres together, with mutual feedback. Models that include magnetism, through their influence on the temperature structure, produce more longitudinally symmetric dayside cloud coverage and more equatorially concentrated clouds on the nightside and morning terminator. To indicate how these processes would affect observables, we generate bolometric thermal and reflected phase curves from these models. The combination of clouds and magnetic effects increases thermal phase-curve amplitudes and decreases peak offsets more than either process does individually.
Rising Near-ultraviolet Spectra in Stellar Megaflares
Authors: Kowalski Adam F. , Osten Rachel A. , Notsu Yuta , Tristan Isaiah I. , Segura Antigona , Maehara Hiroyuki , Namekata Kosuke , Inoue Shun
Published: December 2024

Flares from M dwarf stars can attain energies up to 104 times larger than solar flares but are generally thought to result from similar processes of magnetic energy release and particle acceleration. Larger heating rates in the low atmosphere are needed to reproduce the shape and strength of the observed continua in stellar flares, which are often simplified to a blackbody model from the optical to the far-ultraviolet (FUV). The near-ultraviolet (NUV) has been woefully undersampled in spectral observations despite this being where the blackbody radiation should peak. We present Hubble Space Telescope NUV spectra in the impulsive phase of a flare with E
TESS ≈ 7.5 × 1033 erg and a flare with E
TESS ≈ 1035 erg and the largest NUV flare luminosity observed to date from an M star. The composite NUV spectra are not well represented by a single blackbody that is commonly assumed in the literature. Rather, continuum flux rises toward shorter wavelengths into the FUV, and we calculate that an optical T = 104 K blackbody underestimates the short-wavelength NUV flux by a factor of ≈6. We show that rising NUV continuum spectra can be reproduced by collisionally heating the lower atmosphere with beams of E ≳ 10 MeV protons or E ≳ 500 keV electrons and flux densities of 1013 erg cm−2 s−1. These are much larger than the canonical values describing accelerated particles in solar flares.
A Spectro-temporal View of Normal Branch Oscillations in Cygnus X-2 as Seen by NICER and NuSTAR
Authors: Sudha Malu , Ludlam Renee M. , Altamirano Diego , Cackett Edward M. , Hare Jeremy
Published: December 2024

We report the spectro-temporal study of the neutron star low mass X-ray binary Cygnus X-2 using NICER and NuSTAR data while the source was in the normal branch (NB). We detect a normal branch oscillation (NBO) feature at ∼5.41 Hz that appears in the middle portion of the NB branch. We note that the NBO appeared only in the 0.5–3 keV energy range, with maximum strength in the 1–2 keV energy band, but was absent in the 3–10 keV energy band of NuSTAR and NICER data. The energy spectrum of the source exhibits an emission feature at ∼1 keV, previously identified as the Fe L transition in the outer region of the accretion disk. Upon considering both the Fe L and NBO features, we suggest that the originating location of the Fe L line and the NBOs may coincide and perhaps be due to the same underlying mechanism. Therefore, lags seen in the frequency-/energy-dependent lag spectra of Cygnus X-2 could be considered to be arising from a region of photoionized material far from the central source. We study the frequency and energy-dependent lag spectra of the source, which exhibited a few millisecond hard lag at the NBO frequency (12–15 ms) and a switch from hard to soft lags at 1 keV. The rms spectrum peaks at 1 keV, and the covariance spectrum clearly resembles a thermal spectrum. We discuss the spectro-temporal behavior of the NBO and attempt to constrain its location of origin.
Magnetic Field Geometry and Anisotropic Scattering Effects on Solar Radio Burst Observations
Authors: Clarkson Daniel L. , Kontar Eduard P.
Published: December 2024

The fine structures of solar radio bursts reveal complex dynamics in the corona, yet the observed characteristics of these subsecond bursts are additionally complicated by radio wave scattering in the turbulent solar corona. We examine the impact of anisotropic turbulence in radio wave propagation simulations with nonradial magnetic field structures in shaping the morphology, time characteristics, and source positions of fine structures. The apparent sources are found to move along the direction of the magnetic field lines and not along the density gradient, whereas the major axis of the scattered source is perpendicular to the local magnetic field (the scattering anisotropy axis). Using a dipolar magnetic field structure of an active region, we reproduce observed radio fine-structure source motion parallel to the solar limb associated with a coronal loop and provide a natural explanation for puzzling observations of solar radio burst position motions with the Low Frequency Array. Furthermore, the anisotropy aligned with a dipolar magnetic field causes the apparent-source images to bifurcate into two distinct components, with characteristic sizes smaller than in unmagnetized media. The temporal broadening induced by scattering reduces the observed frequency drift rate of fine structures, depending on the contribution of scattering to the time profile. The findings underscore the role of magnetic field geometry and anisotropic scattering for the interpretation of solar radio bursts and highlight that anisotropic scattering produces more than a single source.
Magnetic Flux Transport in Advection-dominated Accretion Flow toward the Formation of a Magnetically Arrested Disk
Authors: Li Jia-Wen , Cao Xinwu
Published: December 2024

Magnetically arrested disks (MADs) have attracted much attention in recent years. The formation of MADs is usually attributed to the accumulation of a sufficient amount of dynamically significant poloidal magnetic flux. In this work, the magnetic flux transport within an advection-dominated accretion flow (ADAF) and the formation of an MAD are investigated. The structure and dynamics of an inner MAD connected with an outer ADAF are derived by solving a set of differential equations with suitable boundary conditions. We find that an inner MAD is eventually formed at a region about several 10 R
S outside the horizon. Due to the presence of a strong large-scale magnetic field, the radial velocity of the accretion flow is significantly decreased. The angular velocity of the MAD region is highly sub-Keplerian with Ω ∼ (0.4–0.5)ΩK, and the corresponding ratio of gas to magnetic pressure is about β ≲ 1. Also, we find that an MAD is unlikely to be formed through the inward flux advection process when the external magnetic field strength is weak enough with β
out ≳ 100 around R
out ∼ 1000 R
s. Based on a rough estimate, we find that the jet power of a black hole, with mass M
BH and spin a
*, surrounded by an ADAF with an inner MAD region is about 2 orders of magnitude larger than that of a black hole surrounded by a normal ADAF. This may account for the powerful jets observed in some Fanaroff–Riley type I galaxies with a very low Eddington ratio.
A Compilation of Optical Starlight Polarization Catalogs
Authors: Panopoulou G. V. , Markopoulioti L. , Bouzelou F. , Millar-Blanchaer M. A. , Tinyanont S. , Blinov D. , Pelgrims V. , Johnson S. , Skalidis R. , Soam A.
Published: December 2024

Polarimetry of stars at optical and near-infrared wavelengths is an invaluable tool for tracing interstellar dust and magnetic fields. Recent studies have demonstrated the power of combining stellar polarimetry with distances from the Gaia mission, in order to gain accurate, 3D information on the properties of the interstellar magnetic field and the dust distribution. However, access to optical polarization data is limited, as observations are conducted by different investigators, with different instruments, and are made available in many separate publications. To enable a more widespread accessibility of optical polarimetry for studies of the interstellar medium, we compile a new catalog of stellar polarization measurements. The data are gathered from 81 separate publications spanning two decades since the previous, widely used agglomeration of catalogs by C. Heiles. The compilation contains a total of 55,742 measurements of stellar polarization. We combine this database with stellar distances based on the Gaia Early Data Release 3, thereby providing polarization and distance data for 42,482 unique stars. We provide two separate data products: an extended catalog (containing all polarization measurements) and a unique source catalog (containing a subset of sources excluding duplicate measurements). We propose the use of a common tabular format for the publication of stellar polarization catalogs to facilitate accessibility and increase discoverability in the future.
Simulating a Steady-state Heliosphere
Authors: Heerikhuisen Jacob , Zirnstein Eric J. , Pogorelov Nikolai V.
Published: December 2024

Ever since the discovery of the solar wind, it has been understood that our solar system resides within a bubble of solar wind plasma that originates from the Sun. Due to its vast size, the geometry of this bubble, known as the heliosphere, remains a topic of conjecture and debate. Three-dimensional simulations, employing magnetohydrodynamics coupled to neutral particles, provide a key way of understanding the global flow dynamics on macroscopic scales. While many of these models suggest a comet-like shape with a single heliotail for the heliosphere, others have suggested geometries with two distinct outflows of solar wind plasma. In this paper we show how numerical simulations with the same boundary conditions may evolve differently, depending on factors such as initial conditions and run time. We find that the eventual steady state is the same comet-like shape, even for less than optimal choices of the initial condition.
Race Against the Clock: New Nurse Leaders Needed Now!
Authors: Garber Rebecca , Embree Jennifer L.
Published: December 2024

A gap was identified in having enough competent charge nurses and shift coordinators on a Family Beginnings unit. To mitigate the gap, immediate evidence-based practice solutions were developed, and a new nurse leadership program was implemented. Literature synthesis identified best practices for achieving competency when transitioning staff nurses into the leadership roles of charge nurse and shift coordinator. Program outcomes included increased self-perceived competence levels and decreased unit turnover.

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J Contin Educ Nurs.
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Environmental Features of in Situ and Laboratory Simulations and Their Potential Impact on the Development of Teamwork Skills for Novice Trauma Professionals
Authors: Lapierre Alexandra , Lavoie Patrick , Arbour Caroline
Published: December 2024

Background

The effect of environmental fidelity on the development of teamwork skills in health care simulations is unclear. This preliminary descriptive study explored how in situ and laboratory environments impact the development of teamwork skills among novice trauma professionals.

Method

Four teams of six novice trauma professionals participated in two in situ or two laboratory simulations. Environmental features such as noise, interruptions, and the presence of nonparticipating individuals were assessed. Teamwork skills were evaluated from video recordings with the Team Emergency Assessment Measure (TEAM).

Results

In situ simulations involved higher levels of noise, more interruptions, and the presence of nonparticipating individuals compared with laboratory simulations. Teamwork skills in the in situ setting were rated as poor, with no improvement between simulations. In contrast, in the laboratory setting, teamwork skills were rated as good, with a 10-point improvement.

Conclusion

Preliminary results suggest that the in situ environment may hinder the development of teamwork skills. Further research with larger samples is needed to explore these effects and guide educators in choosing optimal training environments for novice trauma health care professionals.

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J Contin Educ Nurs.
2025;56(1):34–40.]
Clustering district heating customers based on load profiles
Authors: Lavikainen Vili , Fränti Pasi
Published: December 2024

Intelligent district heating control requires knowing the customers' past behavior and predicting their future needs. This can reduce peak energy use, optimizing energy production, accurate billing, and reducing fraud. Clustering has been used for analyzing large-scale building operational data and recognizing consumption profiles. In this work, we analyze the heat consumption profiles of district heat customers in Kuopio, Finland. We constructed two consumption profiles of their average hourly use: one for weekdays, and one for weekends. Clustering is then used to construct four consumption profiles. These profiles can be used for intelligent control, prediction of future use, and to recognize abnormal use behavior. The latter can be the first indication of a problem like heat leaking, which can prevent possible water damage.
Adversarial Attacks and Defense Mechanisms in the Age of Quantum Computing
Authors: Shamoo Yara
Published: December 2024

Adversarial attacks on machine learning models have become a significant concern in cybersecurity, especially with the advent of quantum computing. These attacks aim to manipulate the decision-making process of AI systems, leading to vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious actors. As quantum computing promises to revolutionize various industries, it also introduces new challenges for defending against adversarial threats. This chapter explores the impact of quantum computing on adversarial machine learning, examining how quantum algorithms can be both a tool for enhancing attack strategies and a foundation for developing more robust defense mechanisms. It reviews existing defense techniques, such as adversarial training and gradient masking, and discusses the potential for quantum-aware models to counteract these threats.
Integrating Reproductive Justice in Social Work Education
Authors: McCallum Caelin Elizabeth , Goodwin Amanda Marie
Published: December 2024

This chapter examines the integration of reproductive justice into social work education, focusing on its importance for empowering Hispanic communities. Rooted in a framework developed by women of color, reproductive justice addresses not only reproductive rights, but also the social, economic, and political conditions that influence autonomy. The chapter highlights how Hispanic populations face unique barriers, such as limited healthcare access, cultural stigmas, and legal challenges. It advocates for embedding reproductive justice in MSW-level curricula to prepare social workers for culturally competent practice and policy advocacy. Through interdisciplinary education and systemic reforms, social workers can help dismantle barriers and promote reproductive autonomy for marginalized groups.
Sustainable Social Entrepreneurship Development
Authors: Prabhakar Akhilesh Chandra
Published: December 2024

The intersection of social entrepreneurship and artificial intelligence (AI) presents a promising avenue for addressing pressing social and environmental challenges while fostering sustainable development. This abstract explores the evolving landscape of social entrepreneurship development and the transformative potential of AI in catalyzing positive change. By examining the role of AI in enhancing the effectiveness, scalability, and impact of social enterprises, this study aims to shed light on the opportunities and challenges inherent in leveraging AI for social good.
Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Authors: Islam Quazi Tafsirul , Rahman Rayed , Talukder Md. Shamim , Chowdhury Muhammad Faisol
Published: December 2024

This article explores the role of sustainable entrepreneurship in emerging economies, showing how sustainable practices drive economic growth while addressing social and environmental challenges. It discusses sustainability and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which guide entrepreneurs in aligning their businesses with global targets. Highlighting both challenges and opportunities, the article pushes entrepreneurs towards innovative, eco-friendly business models. Through case studies, it demonstrates how sustainable entrepreneurship alleviates poverty, unemployment, and environmental degradation, leveraging local knowledge for long-term solutions. Addressing challenges like finance access and infrastructure limitations, the article suggests regulatory reforms, incentives, and better ESG rating systems to foster sustainable entrepreneurship. Ultimately, it calls for support from policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs to scale sustainable practices and position emerging economies as key players in the global sustainability agenda.
Artificial Intelligence in Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Authors: Aryan Aryan , Chawngsangpuii R. , Prakash Rahul , Biswas Susmi
Published: December 2024

This chapter considers the innovative use of AI in enhancing sustainable entrepreneurship, inclusive business models, and regional integration. It outlines how AI can be used to be more resourceful, minimize waste, and improve energy utilization to create sustainable products and services by demonstrating AI solutions that improve access to markets, finance, and information for marginalized groups, promoting inclusivity. It also shows the effects of AI on economic and social inclusion in cities, across regions, and broken societies by reducing/preventing gaps, stimulating economic growth, and enhancing the welfare of people. Consequently, the chapter advances AI integration into business and regional management to produce an optimal result with regards to building more efficient societies. Case studies are included to show how AI has been successfully applied in the real world and further illustrate the challenges and constraints that require further resolution in order to achieve sustainable entrepreneurship, inclusiveness, and regional integration.