bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Exploring Parental Experiences with School-Aged children Receiving Online Learning: Cross sectional design (Preprint)
Authors: Al Anazi Samaa , Bajamal Eman , Esheaba Ola , Hantira Neama
Published: July 2023

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This study examined parental experiences with school aged children towards online education after the COVID-19 pandemic in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Parents negative experience towards online learning exceeds the positive. Most reported negative experiences among parents were child boredom. Whereas the most reported positive experience was child enhancement of technological skills. A Relationship was found between negative experiences, and stress reduction after the passing of one year of online learning. Lack of social interaction and building friendship promoted stress among parents. On the other hand, positive experiences of enhancement child's technological skills contributed to stress reduction among parents. Obstacles reported by parents were reported more among parents with greater expression of negative experiences. The findings of the study illustrate that parents’ experiences towards online learning were more negative than positive. Parents who reported negative experiences reported an increase in stress and had more obstacles with online learning.
Ejercicio de decisiones de inversión a través de valoración por opciones reales
Authors: Velázquez Alejos MC Alma Alejandra , Morgan Beltrán Dra. Josefina , Banda Ortiz Dr. Humberto
Published: July 2023

Esta investigación tiene como objetivo el estudio empírico del uso de opciones reales como un método de valuación financiera en proyectos de inversión al momento de tomar decisiones. La flexibilidad e incertidumbre en la toma de decisiones son esenciales de la metodología, se consideran parámetros como los flujos de caja, valores de volatilidad, valor de inversión, precio del ejercicio, así como el tiempo del ejercicio y tasa libre de riesgo. Las opciones reales son extensión de las Opciones financieras y se pueden valuar por distintos métodos, para esta investigación se utilizó árboles binomiales para proyectar los valores de flujo dentro del año del ejercicio para mostrar su valor, esta perspectiva se muestra para tomar la mejor decisión en una inversión.
Assessing spatial and temporal transformation of Matua Island territory caused by the activity of Sarychev Peak volcano
Authors: Verkhoturov A.A.
Published: July 2023

Areas of active volcanism are characterized by significant transformation of many environmental components and are potentially dangerous at economic development. The purpose of the work is to assess spatial and temporal transformation of Matua Island territory caused by activity of Sarychev Peak volcano. The author analyzes a series of Landsat satellites photos from 1972 to 2022. The spatial dynamics of the coastline was studied based on synthesized images (NIR-SWIR-RED). In the research of vegetation transformation, a time series of normalized relative index (NDVI) was used. The time course analysis of changing Matua Island area, maximum and average values of NDVI within its limits, and a sketch map of spatial and temporal transformation of the research territory were made. Relatively rare and strong eruptions of Sarychev Peak volcano lead to significant changes of Matua Island, which mainly affects the state of the vegetation cover and restructuring of the relief. There is a relatively rapid succession, especially in the areas where thickness of volcanic deposits has not exceeded for several tens of centimeters. Accumulation of pyroclastic material caused an increase in the space of the island by 0,87 km2, but 0,52 km2 was blurred by the sea during 13 years. The research shows the nature of the danger and transformation of the territories in zones of active volcanism, which must be taken into account at solving issues related to economic development, cadastral assessment and arranging these lands monitoring.
Increasing Basic Quranic Literacy for Madrasah Ibtidaiyah in Indonesia During the New Normal Period
Authors: Alnashr M Sofyan
Published: July 2023

The main guidelines for Muslims in living life are the Qur'an and Hadith. Therefore, Islamic teachings contained in the Qur'an and Hadith must be taught from an early age. For children in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI), learning about the Quran begins with reading and writing activities, or what is known as basic literacy. This study seeks to explain how MI teachers and principals in the new normal era continue to improve basic Koran literacy for MI students. The research method used is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data was collected through in-depth interviews and documentation with the object of research at MI Tarbiyatul Banin Pekalongan Winong Pati. The results showed that in the new normal era of the COVID-19 pandemic, MI Tarbiyatul Banin Qur'an and Hadith teacher carried out mixed learning, which was carried out online and face-to-face alternately. The efforts made by MI Tarbiyatul Banin in improving the basic literacy of the Koran are getting children to read and write through practice. This activity is also carried out in collaboration with parents to monitor children's basic Koranic literacy at home. Teachers always practice reading and writing habits, both in class with their teachers and at home with parental guidance.
LINEAMIENTOS DESDE LA INDUSTRIA 4.0 A LA EDUCACIÓN 4.0: CASO TECNOLOGÍA IoT
Authors: Sandoval Carrero Nydia Susana , Acevedo Quintana Nancy María , Santos Jaimes Luz Marina
Published: July 2023

Las tecnologías de Industria 4.0 en el ambiente universitario abre nuevas   posibilidades para aplicaciones y servicios, conduciendo a innovaciones científicas en el proceso de enseñanza- aprendizaje que faciliten la llegada de la Educación 4.0. En este artículo, se estructura una ruta en la dirección de la educación superior consolidar esfuerzos en la formación de ingenieros idóneos para afrontar los retos de la Industria 4.0 consistiendo de: nuevos cursos en los programas de ingeniería, cualificaciones y habilidades entre las que se destacan las competencias blandas, y fábricas de aprendizaje como enlace entre la Academia a proyectos reales de la industria. Adicional, se aborda Internet de las Cosas como una de las tecnologías claves para el alcance de la Educación 4.0, en la que su aplicación lleva al mejoramiento del proceso de enseñanza- aprendizaje, y al monitoreo de salud, y emociones de los estudiantes
Control and supervisory authorities of public administration subjects in compliance with labor protection legislation
Authors: Kuzmenko O. , Chorna V. , Broda A.
Published: July 2023

This article examines the control and supervisory powers of public administration entities in compliance with the legislation on labor protection.It was determined that public administration entities that exercise control and supervision powers over compliance with labor protection legislation include: the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine, the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, the Ministry of Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine , the Ministry of Veterans Affairs of Ukraine, local state administrations and local self-government bodies.It is proposed to understand the limits of the management activity of state authorities and local self-government bodies under control and supervision powers, which involves the application of necessary administrative and legal measures in order to prevent and stop violations of legislation. Whereas the control and supervisory powers of the subjects of the public administration for compliance with the legislation on labor protection are the limits of the activities of the subjects of the public administration in the field of labor protection in order to prevent violations of the norms of the legislation on labor protection.Attention is drawn to the fact that most of the functions of the State Service of Ukraine on labor issues in the field of labor protection have a control and supervisory nature, despite the fact that the administrative and legal status of this body is a service. In our opinion, assigning the functions of control and supervision in the field of labor protection to the competence of the State Service of Ukraine on labor issues contradicts the provisions of clauses 2, 4 of Art. 17 of the Law of Ukraine “On Central Bodies of Executive Power”.The central body of executive power, which forms and implements state policy in the sphere of labor, employment of the population, labor migration, labor relations, social dialogue and in the sphere of labor protection, occupational hygiene, implementation of state supervision and control over compliance with the requirements of legislation on labor and employment of the population is Ministry of Economy of Ukraine. The body of the central executive power, which is endowed with the largest scope of powers in the field of control over compliance with labor legislation, is the State Service of Ukraine on Labor Issues.
Master and His “Illegitimate Pupil”: Zoltán Kodály and Ferenc Farkas
Authors:   Research fellow, Bartók Archives, Institute of Musicology, Research Centre for the Humanities, Eötvös Loránd Research Network (ELKH), Németh Zsombor ,   PhD Student, Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music (LFZE), Budapest, Hungary. Email: nemeth.zsombor@abtk.hu.
Published: July 2023

"A printed copy of his song cycle Fruit Basket, which Ferenc Farkas gave to Zoltán Kodály, bears the following dedication: “To Zoltán Kodály from his illegitimate pupil”. With the help of surviving written sources and other memorabilia, the present study attempts to explain the term “illegitimate pupil”. It answers the question of why Farkas did not study with Kodály, examines the relationship that later developed between the two. The influence of Kodály on Farkas as a composer is also discussed; however, only the most important examples and trends will be presented. This study also examines the actions Farkas took to cultivate Kodály’s memory after his death, and what he thought of the Kodály epigonism. Keywords: Zoltán Kodály, Ferenc Farkas, 20th century Hungarian music, biography, influence, epigonism"
The Role of Zoltán Kodály’s Male Choruses in the Genre’s History, Possibilities of Their Application in the Repertoire of Amateur Ensembles
Authors:   Assistant professor PhD, Head of the Solfeggio and Music Theory Department, Faculty of Music, University of Debrecen, Hungary. Email: veghmonika74@gmail.com., Végh Mónika
Published: July 2023

"Zoltán Kodály’s publication titled Férfikarok (Male Choruses) is a truly diverse collection: in addition to the composer’s works in the genre, one can find folk song arrangements, religious pieces, compositions inspired by historical events and even transcriptions, of various lengths and levels of difficulty. It is common knowledge that Kodály was not fond of exclusively male ensembles, being rather uninterested by male voice choirs and indeed his opinion was that these choral societies should be converted into mixed choirs. However, after travelling extensively in the country – thus gaining insight into the operation of these groups – he began to contribute to the genre’s repertoire. The composer began to view the case differently, as he thought that amateur male choirs – of which there were still many in the 1930s – should rather sing compositions of a higher value, as opposed to pieces of the Liedertafel-style. At the same time, the Férfikarok collection contains many pieces that are not suitable for amateur ensembles due to their challenging nature in terms of intonation and tone production. In this paper – in addition to presenting the volume – I intend to introduce a certain way of categorization based on the compositions’ level of difficulty, through an analytical approach, which may be of help to those who work with such ensembles that are rare, but worthy of appreciation. Keywords: Zoltán Kodály, male voice choir, Liedertafel-movement, choral societies, Hungarian poetry of the 19th century."
PHILOSOPHICAL REVIEW OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CHINESE MUSLIM EDUCATION IN MAKASSAR CITY
Authors: . Nuryamin
Published: July 2023

Education is a conscious effort made to improve the condition of individuals and society. If individuals and communities have awareness, a harmonious, harmonious and peaceful life will be created. Examining the development of Chinese Muslim education with a philosophical perspective on informal, formal and non-formal education. The three types of education will provide positive values ​​for Chinese Muslims to participate in the intellectual life of the nation. Observations and interviews as data collection instruments. The data analysis technique is data reduction by organizing and organizing data, presenting data and verifying data, then drawing conclusions with a philosophical rational approach to the research focus. The results obtained: 1. Informal education runs as informal education for Muslim communities in general. Epistemologically, the Chinese Muslim community develops scientific structures, including religious sciences and general sciences 2. The formal education presented by the Chinese Muslim community includes kindergartens, and there are also universities with built scientific structures, namely empirical science as a response to the development of science and technology. The College of Management and Computer Science was founded by a Chinese Muslim whose curriculum content is to strengthen prospective graduates to master science and technology. 3. Non-formal education: a). Pondok Tahfidzul Qur'an is the takmir program of the Muhammad Cheng Hoo mosque. b). Training of converts. c). Community development is like dhikr together every Friday night. d). Routine assessment twice a week. The Teonghoa Muslim education movement philosophically instills religious values ​​that are embraced by both the Chinese Muslim community and the Muslim community in Makassar City.
Sifat-Sifat Asasi Pendidik Dalam Pendidikan Islam
Authors: . Mappasiara
Published: July 2023

Islam dengan kaidah-kaidahnya yang universal, prinsip-prinsip edukatif yang kekal, telah meletakkan dasar dan metode dalam mengembangkan kepribadian anak. Perkembangan ini meliputi akidah, moral, fisikal, mental, spiritual, dan sosial. Dasar dan metode ini adalah prinsip-prinsip yang jelas, mudah dilaksanakan, dan bermaksud baik. Jika para pendidik menggunakannya dalam membentuk generasi muda, mendidik masyarakat dan bangsa maka akan menjadi lebih baik dari sebelumnya. Generasi muda berubah menjadi generasi yang tidak seperti sebelumnya. Mereka akan mencapai kekuatan akidah, keluhuran budi pekerti, kekuatan jasmani, dan kematangan akal. Dengan demikian, kejayaan dan kemuliaan orang-orang terdahulu akan kembali, dan sejarah kebesaran nenek moyang kita yang saleh akan terulang.1 Sifat-sifat asasi yang harus dijadikan sandaran oleh para pendidik dalam upaya membentuk kepribadian dan mempersiapkan anak untuk menjadi manusia yang bermanfaat bagi manusia yang lainnya secara utuh dalam kehidupan maka pendidik harus memiliki sifat-sifat yang asasi, sehingga mampu meninggalkan bekas yang dalam pada diri anak, dan mereka akan mencapai hasil yang positif.
AKHLAK DAN ADAB GURU PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DALAM PERSPEKTIF KH. M. HASYIM ASY’ARI
Authors: Rosyidin Muhammad Abror
Published: July 2023

Abstract: Islamic Religious Education is the most important part of the education system in Indonesia. This is because Islamic Religious Education is education, which contains moral, intellectual, and spiritual education. Meanwhile, teachers are the main component in the continuity of Islamic Religious Education (PAI). The number of PAI teachers continues to increase along with the number of schools and scholars of Islamic Education. However, the issue of the quality of basic competencies is the main problem. In the book Adab al ‘Alim wa al Muta'llim by Hadratussyaikh Hasyim Asy'ari explained that after faith and takwah, morals and ethic are very important foundations in the educational process. The purpose of this study is to determine the moral and ethic competence of teachers according to Hadratussyaikh Hasyim Asy'ari seen from the point of view of Islamic Education Philosophy. This study employed a qualitative approach to literature study with descriptive analytical data analysis. From this research, an ideal concept of basic competence can be generated according to KH. M. Hasyim Asy'ari Thought, which consists of 9 points. All of these points are in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Indonesia number 14 of 2005 concerning Teachers Chapter IV Articles 1, 2, and 10 which confirms that teacher competence includes pedagogic competence, personality competence, social competence, and professional competence obtained through professional education. In addition, it is also in accordance with the basic competencies of teachers, namely personal competence and social competence. These basic competencies can also be applied in all Islamic-based educational institutions to improve the quality of morals, ethics and adab of education personnel, especially for teachers.

Keywords: Moral Competence, Hasyim Asy'ari, Teacher, Islamic Education, Islamic Education Philosophy.
High-concentration buprenorphine exceeds target plasma concentrations for extended periods following subcutaneous administration in American flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber)
Authors: Sarvi Jasmine Y. , Gardhouse Sara M. , Knych Heather K. , Carpenter James W. , Jeffrey Alison
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVE

To determine the pharmacokinetic parameters of a high-concentration buprenorphine formulation after a single SC dose in American flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber).

ANIMALS

6 healthy adult American flamingos (3 males and 3 females).

METHODS

A single dose of high-concentration buprenorphine (1.8 mg/kg) was administered SC to all birds. Blood samples were collected at 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 12, 24, 48, 72, and 96 hours after drug administration between October 14 and October 18, 2022. Plasma buprenorphine concentrations were determined by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry and a noncompartmental analysis was used to determine pharmacokinetic parameters.

RESULTS

Mean ± SD peak plasma drug concentration (Cmax) was 195.1 ± 187.4 ng/mL, the mean time to peak plasma concentration (Tmax) was 0.32 ± 0.31 hours, the mean area under the concentration-vs-time curve from time 0 to the last measured concentration (AUC0–last) was 881.4 ± 205.4 ng/mL, and mean terminal half-life (t1/2) was 12.6 ± 3.86 hours. Mean plasma buprenorphine concentrations were >1 ng/mL for at least 48 hours after drug administration. No clinically significant adverse effects were observed.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

High-concentration buprenorphine dosed at 1.8 mg/kg SC in American flamingos rapidly exceeded plasma drug concentrations reported to have analgesic effects in other avian species and maintained these levels for extended periods. Sedative effects were similar to those reported for other species. Additional studies are needed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of high-concentration buprenorphine at this dose in American flamingos.
Dynamic Positioning Capability Assessment Based on Optimal Thrust Allocation
Authors: Piekło Agnieszka , Witkowska Anna , Zubowicz Tomasz
Published: July 2023

The article presents an efficient method of optimal thrust allocation over the actuators in a dynamically positioned ship, according to the DNV-ST-0111 standard, Level 1. The optimisation task is approximated to a convex problem with linear constraints and mathematically formulated as quadratic programming. The case study is being used to illustrate the use of the proposed approach in assessing the DP capability of a rescue ship. The quadratic programming-based approach applied for dynamic positioning capability assessment allows for fast calculations to qualitatively compare different ship designs. In comparison with the DNV tool, it gives 100% successful validation for a ship with azimuth thrusters and a pessimistic solution for a ship equipped with propellers with rudders. Therefore, it can be safely applied at an early design stage.
Mathematical Model of Flexible Link Dynamics in Marine Tethered Systems Considering Torsion and its Influence on Tension Force
Authors: Trunin Konstantin
Published: July 2023

The rigidity in bending of a flexible link (is an important characteristic that should be considered during regular service conditions. The tension and bending with torsion of wire ropes are also significant factors. This study proposed a method to calculate the vectors of the generalised forces of bending of flexible links. One of the causes of torsional stresses in the power plant of underwater tethered systems is the interaction with ship equipment, such as spiral winding on the winch drum, friction on the flanges of the pulleys or winch drums, and bends on various blocks and rolls that cause torsion. The source of torsional stresses in the FL may also be related to manufacturing, storage, transportation, and its placement on the ship’s winch drums. Torsion can lead to a decrease in the tensile strength due to load redistribution between power elements, or even a violation of their structure. In some cases, torsion significantly affects the movement of the underwater tethered system as a whole. The development of a mathematical model to describe the marine tethered systems dynamics, taking into account the effect of torsion, is important and relevant. The mathematical model of the marine tethered systems dynamics was improved and solved by accounting for the generalised forces of the torsion rigidity of the flexible link, using an algorithm and computer program. The influence of the bending and torsional rigidity of the FL on its deflection and tensile strength were considered based on the example of two problems. The developed program’s working window image shows the simulated parameters and the initial position of the flexible link. The results show that torsion has almost no effect on the shape of the a flexible link’s deflection in the X0Z plane, but leads to a deviation from the X0Z plane when calculating the static deflection of the flexible link. When the carrier vessel is stationary and the submersible vehicle has no restrictions on movement and has positive buoyancy, torsion leads to a three-dimensional change in the shape of the flexible link both in the X0Z plane and in the X0Y plane. The tension force of the flexible link along its length is distributed unevenly, and the torsion of the flexible link can lead to significant changes in its shape, the trajectory of towed objects, and the forces acting on the elements of the marine tethered systems
Socialisation of a Boy Child within a Family as a Contributory Factor for Risk-taking Behaviour at Schools
Authors: Munarini Patrick Nditsheni , Kgadima Phuti Nathaniel
Published: July 2023

The family is influential in children’s development and socialisation. Through the lens of social learning, this article explores how the socialisation of boys within families influences or prevents risk-taking behaviours at school. Employing a qualitative research approach, data were generated through semi-structured face-to-face interviews with open-ended questions contained in an interview guide. These were subsequently analysed thematically. Through purposive sampling, three themes emerged from participants’ narratives. Themes reflect risk factors such as family structure on participants’ discipline and emotional regulation, the value of nurturing family relationships, and the family role in positive socialisation. Significantly, the role of fathers and father absence resonated across the three themes. Recommendations for social work practice centre on parenting programmes specially focused on positive parenting for both parents—especially fathers—and closer collaboration with school social workers.
Herramientas para autocontrol y gestión del riesgo integral de lavado de activos y financiación del terrorismo.
Authors: Gómez Gómez Jorge Humberto , Aguirre Bedoya Kevin Stiven , Patiño Toro Orfa Nidia , Valencia Arias Alejandro
Published: July 2023

Esta investigación está enfocada en identificar las herramientas utilizadas para el autocontrol y gestión del riesgo integral de lavado de activos y financiación del terrorismo en las empresas del sector real; además de determinar los principales beneficios de su adecuada implementación en las empresas. Con una metodología de alcance exploratorio-descriptivo; con enfoque cualitativo, a partir de la realización de 10 entrevistas. El análisis de la información recabada en las entrevistas se realizó apoyado del software Atlas Ti. Entre los resultados más destacados se encuentran la importancia de variables críticas como son las personas, conocimiento, experiencia, recursos financieros, infraestructura y normatividad; así mismo, las principales herramientas utilizadas para la adecuada implementación de los sistemas LAFT entre las que se cuentan los Sistemas de Gestión del Riesgo, Seguimiento Transaccional, Consolidación y Reportes LAFT, SARLAFT 4.0, entre otros. Adicional a esto, la percepción de los expertos resalta la relevancia de los sistemas para el desarrollo seguro de las actividades empresariales y beneficios asociados a la imagen positiva ante entidades regulatorias y la sociedad. Se concluye que las empresas son responsables de incorporar estos instrumentos en sus procesos y desarrollar estrategias de actualización permanente del personal, así como de los instrumentos para la autogestión, la mitigación de riesgos y preservación de la imagen positiva ante las entidades regulatorias y la sociedad.
Improving Control in the Digital Environment in the Field of Public Administration on the Example of the Republic of Mordovia
Authors: Shibileva  O.  V. , Parshutkina  V.  V.
Published: July 2023

The purpose of the work is to study the features of the implementation of control activities in the digital environment and the directions of its improvement. The authors consider the need to implement the transition to “smart” state financial control (electronic SMART control [controlling]), based on a risk-oriented approach aimed at improving the quality of the effectiveness of control measures, reducing the burden on the controlled environment, identifying significant violations and risks. The article analyzes the most common software products designed to automate the processes of drawing up, analyzing and executing budgets at all levels, providing the opportunity to work in the mode of no communication with the financial authority, providing detailed information, which makes it possible to simplify control and increase its efficiency. The main stages of the development of control activities in the context of digital transformation are considered, indicating the implementation of some areas of improving the quality of control of the budget process and the effectiveness of public finance management in 2022, the formation of an integrated and coherent program for the introduction and implementation of electronic control, designed for the period up to 2027. The expediency of using the State Integrated Information System “Electronic Budget” (SIIS “EB”), which is a subsystem of information and analytical provision and support of users with the necessary information and means of analysis and reporting, designed to make reasonable and informed management decisions, is substantiated. On the example of the Republic of Mordovia: the practical experience of carrying out control and audit activities with the help of SIIS “EB”, the target of which is to increase the efficiency of financial and budgetary supervision, is considered; a plan for the implementation of control activities through the use of a single portal of the budgetary system, based on the compilation of electronic accounting documents and their subsequent transfer of the results to the audited object, is developed. The normative acts on internal and external state (municipal) financial control and financial audit are investigated. The following methods were used in the course of the work: synthesis, analysis, classification, detailing, comparison. The practical significance of the results lies in the theoretical justification of the need to improve control in the field of public administration, which provides the controllers (auditors) with the possibility of remote work with information about the functioning of facilities and obtaining detailed data. It is aimed at building and promoting more advanced preventive mechanisms in the field of public finance, contributing to the intensification of digital monitoring on the basis of a single electronic platform.
Cross-Cultural analysis of Managerial and Cultural Values in Russia and China
Authors: Choi  K. , Kochetkova  D.   D.
Published: July 2023

The subjectof the study is the differences in managerial and cultural values that are important for mutual understanding and interaction between Russia and China, countries with significant influence on the world economy and international relations. The study is particularly relevant in the context of business negotiations and management, where respect for values and beliefs inherent in other cultures is critical to successful cooperation.The purposeof this analysis is to examine the methods of G. Hofstede, R. Lewis, P. Ghemawat and others in the field of cultural differences and to compare their findings and conclusions with the results of a survey of Russian managers to verify the cultural characteristics contained in the literature and to prove their viability in practice. The results of the work confirmed the conclusions made by the above-mentioned academicians. The authors of the study defined the Russian culture as multi-active, highlighting the similarities and differences between the cultures of Russia and China. In both countries, the younger generation prioritizes personal career goals and financial success, which significantly changes the work process in terms of shifting values and orientations. The findings could provide valuable information for businesses and policymakers in these countries. The need to identify the cultural characteristics of Chinese managers and to better understand the cultural differences between Russia and China necessitates further research.
Strategi Media Sosial dalam Meningkatkan Kesetaraan Gender Bagi Perempuan: Analisis Wacana Kritis di Instagram @Magdaleneid
Authors: Saputra Dandi , Lisnarini Naurah
Published: July 2023

Gender equality still needs to be upheld in Indonesia, considering that the country's Gender Equality Index for 2021 is only 111 and its implementation has not been impactful. The ancient belief that men are taller than women is biased. Therefore, there should be a greater emphasis on understanding and implementing gender equality regulations within the community, especially through the media utilization. This research aims to describe the role of Instagram in voicing gender equality through the @magdaleneid account. The qualitative method used is a critical paradigm that analyzes crisis discourse obtained from the @magdalne.id account. The analysis process employs Sara Mills' critical discourse analysis at the levels of words, sentences, and discourse. The study results show  results two dominant types of content published on the account: education and support for the progressive feminist movement that aims to achieve gender equality for women. The language used in this content shows affection for women, promotes appropriate education, and encourages the voicing of gender equality. The discourse level applied involves using of colors, characters, and animations that align with the message.
Ismail al-Faruqi’s Tawhidic Approach in the Context of IOK
Authors: Rahman Tasnim Abdul , Amir Ahmad Nabil
Published: July 2023

This study analyzed Ismail Raji al-Faruqi’s (1921-1986) fundamental ideas of education from the perspective of IOK and tawhidic framework and his critical contribution in articulating modern Islamic worldview and expounding its progressive and inclusive outlook. It set forth to discusses the ideas of Islamization of knowledge as envisaged and propounded in his major works that highlight the doctrine of tawhid and its overarching principle such as Islamization of Knowledge: General Principles and Work Plan, Al-Tawhid: Its Implications for Thought and Life dan etc. The study is based on library research using qualitative approaches by documenting sources derived from some major works of al-Faruqi and other relevant materials. The data was analyzed using descriptive, analytical, and comparative method. The study found that al-Faruqi has bring forth universal Islamic worldview that propounded transcendental religious and philosophical outlook based on his rational and universal premises. His philosophical ideal was founded on critical methodology of tawhid that was instrumental in projecting his Islamization of knowledge movement and in propounding its scientific and rational outlook in order to revived the spirit of reform and reconstructing ijtihad and reclaiming the universal and creative ummatic world order.
A Metabolomics-Based Study on NMDAR-Mediated Mitochondrial Damage through Calcium Overload and ROS Accumulation in Myocardial Infarction
Authors: Wang Yuanyuan , He Li , Du Dan , Cheng Zeyi , Qin Chaoyi
Published: July 2023

Background: Coronary artery disease is a leading public health problem. However, the mechanisms underlying mitochondrial damage remain unclear. The present study verified and explored the novel mechanisms underlying ischemic injury based on a metabolomic analysis. Methods: Mouse models of acute myocardial infarction were established, and serum samples were collected for targeted liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry analysis. Based on metabolomic analyses, the N-methyl-d-aspartic acid receptor (NMDAR)–related calcium transporting signaling pathway was selected. Primary cardiomyocyte cultures were used, and N-methyl-d-aspartic acid (NMDA) was used as an agonist to confirm the role of NMDAR in ischemic injury. In addition, Bax, Bcl-2, mitochondrial calcium, potential, and mitochondrial reactive oxygen species accumulation were used to explore the role of NMDAR in mitochondrial damage–induced apoptosis. Results: Glutamate-related metabolism was significantly altered following in acute myocardial infarction. NMDA induces apoptosis under hypoxic conditions NMDAR was translocated to the mitochondrial-related membrane after activation, and its mitochondrial expression was significantly increased (p < 0.05). Mitochondrial damage–induced apoptosis was significantly inhibited by a selective NDMAR antagonist (p < 0.05), while Bax expression was remarkably decreased and Bcl-2 expression was increased (p < 0.05). To further explore the mechanism of NMDAR, mitochondrial calcium, membrane potential, and reactive oxygen species were detected. With NMDAR inhibition under hypoxic conditions, mitochondrial morphology and function were preserved (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Our metabolomic study identified NMDAR as a promising target. In conclusion, our study provides solid data for further studies of the role of NMDAR in cardiovascular diseases and a promising target to interfere with apoptosis in acute myocardial infarction.
Obesity and Disease Severity among COVID 19 Cases: A Hospital Based Study
Authors: Dahal Aashma , Karki Nabina
Published: July 2023

Introduction: According to World Health Organization report obesity has tripled between 1975 and 2016. The COVID-19 pandemic has occurred at a time when the prevalence of individuals with overweight/obesity is increasing at an unprecedented rate throughout all the continents.
Objectives: This research aims to explore increased BMI (obesity) as a potential cause for COVID-19 disease severity in hospitalized patients by looking at the association between these two variables.
Methods: It is a cross sectional analytical study which aims to assess the association between obesity and COVID-19 case severity in hospitalized patients of Hetauda Hospital.
Results: 30.4 percent of the COVID-19 hospitalized cases had normal weight, 44.6 percent of them were obese, 17.4 percent were overweight whereas 7.6 percent of the admitted patients were underweight. Only 1 was mild case (1.1%), 52 participants (56.52%) were moderately severe cases and 39 (42.39%) cases of the 92 research participants were critically severe. Fisher Exact tests were performed to find the association between BMI and disease severity as categorical variables which showed that there was no significant association between the two variables (Fisher exact value=0.665).
Conclusions: This study concludes that there is no association in between obesity and COVID-19 disease severity. However, this relationship should be further explored by research studies with more sample size.
Effect of Organizational Climate and Achievement Motivation on Teacher Performance
Authors: Adriana Mustika , Santoso Didik , Adijaya Yusuf H , Srinio Fuad
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine how big the significant influence of organizational climate and achievement motivation on teacher performance at SMKN 1 Percut Sei Tuan. This research is quantitative research with the type of Causal Comparative Research (ex post facto). The population is the teachers of SMKN 1 Percut Sei Tuan which is the sample in this study consisting of 88 teachers. This research instrument uses a data questionnaire on organizational climate, achievement motivation, and teacher performance. Data analysis was carried out using path analysis. Organizational climate has a significant influence on teacher performance at SMKN Percut Sei Tuan by 87.6%, the better the organizational climate, the higher the teacher's performance. Achievement motivation has a significant influence on teacher performance at SMKN 1 Percut Sei Tuan by 89.2%, the higher the achievement motivation, the higher the teacher's performance. Organizational climate and achievement motivation simultaneously (together) have a significant effect on teacher performance at SMKN 1 Percut Sei Tuan by 90.9%, the better the organizational climate and the higher the achievement motivation, the higher the teacher's performance.
DATA ENGINEERING FOR PROSPECTIVE VEGETATION INDICES OF LEAF DIAGNOSTICS BASED ON HSL COLOR FORMATION MODEL
Authors: Pasichnyk N. , Opryshko O. , Shvorov S. , Tsygulyov I. , Karmatskykh A.
Published: July 2023

The work is devoted to the implementation of traditional technologies of visual monitoring of plants in the technology of precision agriculture, namely the improvement of remote monitoring with the help of UAVs in relation to marker vegetation indices. Classic vegetation indices such as NDVI are used to solve a limited range of problems and are used primarily to adjust the amount of nitrogen fertilizers during differentiated treatment of field areas. Such indices are poorly adapted to identify the causes of stress. For stresses of a technological nature, in particular, on winter rapeseed crops, marker indices are used, which are difficult to adjust to identify abnormal coloration of affected plants. In addition, such indices are sensitive to changes in lighting and require atmospheric correction measures. The purpose of the work is the formation of a new approach to the automation of visual diagnostics of plants, which is based on the adaptation of machine vision technologies to the existing technologies of noncontact expert assessment of plants. A hypothesis was put forward about the possibility of creating vegetation indices based on an alternative model of HSL coloration, which would be more resistant to changes in illumination.
Sorption of Nitrate Salts from Wastewater without and with Modification Orange Peel
Authors: Abdulrazak N. Zainab
Published: July 2023

This investigation deals with the use of orange peel (OP) waste as adsorbent for removal of nitrate (NO3) from simulated wastewater. Orange peel prepared in two conditions dried at 60C° (OPD) and burning at 500 °C (OPB). The effect of pH: 2-10, contact time: 30- 180 min, sorbent weight: 0.5- 3.0 g were considered. The optimal pH value for NO3 adsorption was found to be 2.0 for both adsorbents. The equilibrium data were analyzed using Langmuir and  Freundlich isotherm models. Freundlich model was found to fit the equilibrium data very well with high-correlation coefficient (R2). The adsorption kinetics was found to follow pseudo-second-order rate kinetic model, with a good correlation (R2 > 0.95 and 0.94) for the orange peel adsorbent at 500 °C (OPB) and at 60 °C (OPD), respectively. The results showed that the orange  peel was found to be an attractive low cost adsorbent for the treatment of wastewater.
Removal of Cadmium Ions from Wastewater by Batch Experiments
Authors: Abed M. Eman , Faisal M. Lahieb , Swadi T. Younis
Published: July 2023

Adsorption experiments were carried out using two different low-cost sorbent materials, date seeds and olive seeds. These sorbents used as a single phase (not as mixture) to remove cadmium ions from simulated wastewater by adsorption process. The equilibrium time was found at 2 hr. The experiments include different parameters such sorbent type and weight and contact time. It was found that both of olive seed and date seed have approximately the same adsorption capacity (qm) with 15.644 mg/g and 15.2112 mg/g, respectively. Equilibrium isotherms and kinetic studies have been carried out. Langmuir isotherm model better fits the experimental data compared with the Freundlich isotherm for olive seed, while Freundlich isotherm fits for date seed .A pseudo-second order kinetic model was appropriate to the experimental data for both seeds. It can be concluded that the olive seed and date seed could be a good sorbent for the removal of cadmium ions from wastewater.
Investigation of Binary Solvents Performance for Regeneration of Iraqi 15W- 40 Waste Lubricant
Authors: Hussein Hussein Qasim , Abdulkarim Ali Laith
Published: July 2023

The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of binary solvent for regeneration of spent lubricating oil by extraction-flocculation process. The regeneration was investigated by bench scale experiments by using locally provided solvents (Heavy Naphtha, n-Butanol, and iso-Butanol). Solvents to used oil, mixing time, mixing speed and temperatures were studied as operating parameters. The performance on three estimated depended key parameters, namely the percentage of base oil recovered (Yield), percent of oil loss (POL), and the percent of sludge removal (PSR) were used to evaluate the efficiency of the employed binary solvent on extraction process. The best solvent to solvent ratio for binary system were 30:70 for Heavy Naphtha : n-Butanol (N:n-But) and Heavy Naphtha : iso-Butanol (N:iso-But). The optimum solvent to oil ratio or critical clarifying ratio (CCR) were 3.4, and 3.8 for N : n-But, and N : iso-But respectively. The optimized operating mixing time, mixing speed, and temperature which result in, maximum recovered base oil (87.75% and 88.88%), minimum oil losses (8.46% and 3.62%), and maximum sludge removal (5.63% and 6.12%), were (45 min, 700 rpm, 35 oC), and (30 min, 700 rpm, 35 oC ) for N:n-But, and N:Iso-But respectively.
Comparative Study for Removal of Zn+2 Ions from Aqueous Solutions by Adsorption and Forward Osmosis
Authors: Hussein Tamara Kawther
Published: July 2023

The aim of this paper was to investigate the removal efficiencies of Zn+2 ions from wastewater by adsorption (using tobacco leaves) and forward osmosis (using cellulose triacetate (CTA) membrane). Various experimental parameters were investigated in adsorption experiment such as: effect of pH (3 - 7), contact time (0  - 220) min, solute concentration (10 - 100) mg/l, and adsorbent dose (0.2 - 5)g. Whereas for forward osmosis the operating parameters studied were: draw solution concentration (10 - 150) g/l, pH of feed solution (4 - 7), feed solution concentration (10 - 100) mg/l. The result showed that the removal efficiency by using adsorption was 70% and the removal efficiency by using forward osmosis was 96.2 %.
Study the Performance of Nanozeolite NaA on CO2 Gas Uptake
Authors: Majeed Najwa Saber , Majeed Jwan Taher
Published: July 2023

The adsorption isotherms and kinetic uptakes of CO2 were measured. Adsorption isotherms were measured at two temperatures 309 K and 333 K and over a pressure range of 1 to 7 bar. Experimental data of CO2 adsorption isotherms were modeled using Langmuir, Freundlich and Temkin. Based on coefficient of correlation it was found that Langmuir isotherm model was well suited with the experimental data of CO2 adsorption isotherms.  In addition, Adsorption kinetic of CO2 mixture with N2 containing 10 % by volume CO2 and 90 % by volume N2 were determined in a temperature 36 °C and under the atmospheric pressure .When the flow rate was increased from 0.5 l/min to 2 l/min the time required for complete column saturation decreased. Also the effect of bed length on breakthrough curves was studied. The adsorption capacity increases by bed length increasing for adsorption of carbon dioxide.
Utilization of Plastic Waste as Soil Stabilization Material and Their Effect on Unconfined Compressive Strength Values
Authors: Fathonah Woelandari , Kusuma Rama Indera , Mina Enden , Fadillah Nadia
Published: July 2023

The objective of this research was to improve the bearing capacity of the soil located on Kampung Juhut Street, Pandeglang Regency, which initially had a bearing capacity of 3.01%, through stabilization methods. The plastic powder was selected as an additive due to its non-cohesive characteristics, which counterbalance the cohesive nature of clay soil. The study aimed to identify the soil type and classification, evaluate the impact of soil physical properties, and examine the changes in unconfined compressive strength after incorporating plastic powder in proportions of 2%, 4%, 6%, 8%, and 10%, with curing durations ranging from 0 to 28 days. The results indicated that the soil belonged to the category of organic clay soils with moderate to high plasticity according to the USCS soil classification system. The plasticity index decreased from 22.9% to 12.2% at the 8% variation and 11.9% at the 10% variation. The initial unconfined compressive strength of the soil was 1.1 kg/cm2. The greatest improvement was observed at the 8% variation, resulting in an unconfined compressive strength value of 3.4 kg/cm2, indicating a highly rigid consistency.
Physicochemical and hygienic-sanitary quality of honey marketed in Chókwè city
Authors: Massingue Júnior Abel Alberto , José António Elísio , Macuácua Tiago João
Published: July 2023

The present study aimed to evaluate the hygienic-sanitary conditions and the physical-chemical parameters of honey bees with emphasis on understanding the risks to health. The experiment was conducted in a completely randomized design with 5 samples, 3 from artisanal production (A, B and C) and 2 from industrial production (Youngs honey (D) and Goldcrest (E)). Analyzes such as titratable acidity by titration with 0.1N sodium hydroxide solution (NaOH), soluble solids content, refractometry, pH, potentiometry, humidity, gravimetry and ash by incineration were carried out for the physical-chemical characterization. The hygienic-sanitary characterization was performed for molds and yeasts using the Spread Plate method. Data were evaluated using the statistical software RStudio 4.2.1 at 5% significance of the Tukey test. The pH was fixed in the range of 3.28 to 4.30, soluble solids from 76.36 to 77.10 ºBrix, titratable acidity at the level of 4.14 to 6.10 meq/mL, moisture content of 12.07 to 17.12% and ash from 0.29 to 4.34%. The microbiological characterization showed the presence of molds in the range of 1.5x10 to 4.9x10. On the other hand, an uncountable load was verified in the yeast count in samples A and B, exceeding the limit established by the Technical Regulation of Quality and Identity of Honey. In terms of physical-chemical properties, no significant differences were found between artisanal and industrialized honey. The level of mold in all samples met recommended standards for honey and there was evidence of compliance with good manufacturing and hygienic-sanitary practices.