bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evolution of dynamic architecture
Authors: Ponomarev Evgeny S. , Arsentieva Karina Ev.
Published: October 2023

The article discusses the first objects of dynamic architecture: from mobile, collapsible elementary mobile housing units of nomadic peoples to the first simplest mechanisms of sliding bridges of medieval castles, which served as an impetus for the emergence of a new style of architecture of the future - dynamic architecture. The origins of dynamic architecture originated at the time of the birth of the first civilizations. With the passage of time and the development of technology, the objects of dynamic architecture have undergone a functional purpose, appearance and element of dynamics. The possibilities of practical application of dynamic architecture have increased in the modern world, thanks to scientific and technological progress and dynamic lifestyle, which has led to changes in all spheres of human activity, including architecture.
GEOGRAPHICAL INTERPRETATION OF THE TOURIST PROCESS
Authors:   National Aviation University, Kyiv, Ukraine, DUDNYK Ivan , BORYSIUK Oksana ,   National Aviation University, Kyiv, Ukraine, SAICHUK Viktor ,   National Aviation University, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: October 2023

The most important tasks of geography in the context of shaping the theoretical foundations of tourism include the need to substantiate the essence of an integral epistemological object (tourist system) and identify the mechanisms of its functioning. The presence of tourist processes is the main essence of the actual existence of the tourist system. The objectively inherent conditions for the implementation of any process are as follows: the presence of an object or phenomenon, that is, the actual substance that changes or is in the process; presence of time changes; the presence of spatial connections and their geospatial localization; the geospatial and temporal orientation of object changes. The tourist system is considered as a generalized object, that is, a substance that changes or is in the process, and in the context of geographic methodology it is conceptualised as a tourist-geographic system. The mechanism of the functioning of the tourist system should be understood, first of all, as connections and relations within the system that are formed under the influence of a set of factors and subordinate to the general goal of the system. In order to clarify the essence and peculiarities of the tourist process, we substantiate the hypothesis of isomorphism of transport, transport-geographic and tourist processes, the common defining feature of which is mutual relations. Connections mean material, energy and informational exchange between geographical objects. Primarily territorial connections, namely those connections that are carried out by overcoming space, are considered. The common features of the given definitions are: first, the presence of a transportation operation in the each of them, the essence of which is the spatial (territorial) movement of people; second, both transport and tourist processes are sub-processes of the general socio-geographical process, and therefore they cause changes both in the socio-geographical system in general and in the touristic-geographical system in particular. The definition of the tourist-geographical process is proposed as a set of actions and operations that make possible geospatial connections between the elements of the tourist-geographical system. The constituent parts of this process should be considered primarily the transportation and transfer of tourists from one type of transport to another, which have a clearly defined spatial and territorial character and constitute the essence of tourism (territorial movements, travel).
«GOLDEN AGE»: INTEGRATION OF THE ITALIAN ECONOMY INTO THE EUROPEAN MARKET (1951–1973)
Authors:   Odesa I.I. Mechnikov National University, Odesa, Ukraine, Samofatov Mykhailo
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the development of the Italian economy in 1951–1973, which is recognized by researchers as the most successful period in the economic history of independent Italy, and which coincided with the first two decades of its European integration. The division of the economic history of Italy for 1951–1973 into three stages was proposed. In the first stage (1951–1957) Italy joined the European Coal and Steel Union (ECSU). Together with the admission, Italy has undertaken to change trade legislation toward liberalization, reduce quotas and tariff rates. At the same time, the Italian Government developed a program of accelerated development of some sectors of heavy industry, including metallurgy, based on the availability of cheap coal and technologies from other countries of the European Union, as well as on the emergence of promising markets for sales. The second stage (1958–1963) was reached for the first years after Italy joined the European Economic Community (EEC). This stage is known in the historiography as “economic miracle”, or “economic boom”, due to extremely high rates of economic development. It is argued that the factor of European integration has become a significant impetus for the development and transformation of Italy. As a result of the deliberate economic policy, the EEC countries have become Italy’s main trading partners. The third stage (1958–1973) is characterized by the rationalization of economic management, as well as by the gradual slowdown in economic growth. There signs of stagnation began to emerge, and they became evident after the failure to fulfil the goals of economic development of the country. A number of economic indicators demonstrate the beginning of a change in the type of Italian economy from industrial to post–industrial. However, this process had a negative impact on the pace of economic development. In general, the changes in the Italian economy during 1951–1973 were not only quantitative but also structural. Italy is an example of a semi–agrarian, under–developed country, that was in a state of post–war recovery with limited financial and natural resources, but with the help of its competent economic policy and European integration, it has become a developed industrial country, which has taken a leading place in the newly created the European common market.
Prevalence of otosclerosis among patients having deafness with intact tympanic membrane: a hospital based cross-sectional study
Authors: Gangyada Pavan Kalyan Reddy , Kishve Sanjay
Published: October 2023

Background: Otosclerosis is a progressive and primary metabolic bone disease that results from abnormal bone remodeling of the otic capsule. Present study was undertaken to find out the prevalence of otosclerosis among patients having deafness with intact tympanic membrane. Aim was to find out association of otosclerosis with gender, correlation with age. To find out the type and degree of hearing loss.
Methods: A total of 206 patients belonging to age group of 10-60 years fitting in the inclusion criteria were investigated for the presence of otosclerosis using Otoscopy, Pure Tone Audiometry, Tympanometry, HRCT temporal bone.
Results: The prevalence of otosclerosis among our study population was 9.2% (3.9% were males and 5.3% were females). Association of otosclerosis with gender and correlation of otosclerosis with age was not significant.
Conclusions: Our study showed presence of otosclerosis in 9.2%. Otosclerosis is not associated with age. Degree of hearing loss in patients diagnosed with otosclerosis was in between 30 to 50 dB and 89.4% of them had conductive deafness, 10.6% had mixed deafness.
Six senses while considering hydatid cyst as a differential for a swelling at nape of the neck: a case report
Authors: Gupta Shubham K. , Shrivastava Aviral , Kumari Sweety , Khanna Rahul , Meena Ram N. , Mishra Shashi P. , Yadav Harikesh
Published: October 2023

While cervical swellings usually are located in anterior midline like thyroglossal cyst, thyroid swellings, or in antero-lateral aspect of neck like cold abscess, branchial cyst, lymphangioma, cervical lymphadenopathy etc. Nape of the neck swelling is even less common with differentials including lipoma, sebaceous cyst, lymphangioma, etc. Hydatid cyst (HC) is often missed as a differential resulting in intraoperative surprises. This case report might change the mind of the readers to keep HC in back of their minds while approaching a case of swelling of the neck. Here we report a case of 15 years’ female who presented with swelling of nape of neck which on evaluation was inclining towards lipoma/epidermal cyst. With an intention for surgical exploration and excision, the patient was taken for operation, where we discovered it to be HC and the same was later confirmed by histopathology as well. Because of its rare presentation the primary diagnosis of HC is often missed out in spite of having sensitive cytology and imaging modalities. Hence, by reporting this case we intend to emphasize six facts a clinician, a radiologist and also a pathologist must consider while keeping primary HC at an unusual site as a differential diagnosis.
A complex case of eosinophilic pleural effusion: an unconventional response to anti-tubercular therapy
Authors: Ankit Grover
Published: October 2023

Eosinophilic tuberculosis (TB) is a rare form of TB characterized by the presence of eosinophils in pleural fluid. It remains an uncommon presentation and often poses a diagnostic challenge due to its resemblance to other conditions with eosinophilic pleural effusions. Here, we present a detailed case report of a 26-year-old female who presented with a two-week history of on-and-off fever, non-productive cough, and exertional dyspnea. Physical examination revealed absent air entry in the left infra-scapular and intra-axillary areas. Routine investigations and chest X-ray indicated a moderate left-sided pleural effusion with peripheral eosinophilia. Liver and kidney function tests were within the normal range. A left pleural tap was performed, and the pleural fluid analysis demonstrated an exudative effusion with predominantly eosinophils. Additional investigations, including ADA levels, Genexpert for TB, TB PCR, C-ANCA, P-ANCA, and total IgE levels, were performed to rule out other possible causes of eosinophilia, but the results were all negative or normal. No growth was observed on culture. Based on clinical history, examination findings, and investigation results, a diagnosis of eosinophilic TB was considered. The patient was started on empirical anti-tubercular drugs, which led to a favorable response and near-complete resolution of pleural effusion after 6 weeks of treatment. Regular follow-up and monitoring were conducted, and the patient completed a 6-month course of anti-tubercular treatment. This case report highlights the importance of considering eosinophilic TB in the differential diagnosis of pleural effusions, especially in young patients with no history of allergies or other underlying conditions.
Effects of maternal hyperthermia on neurodevelopment: a literature review
Authors: Barootkoob Behsheed , Rahimi Parya , El-Hashash Ahmed
Published: October 2023

Maternal hyperthermia, defined as a body temperature above 38°C (100.4°F) is due to various etiologies during pregnancy, and has been a subject of growing research interest. This phenomenon is considered a potential environmental teratogen contributing to the development of neural tube defects (NTDs) and other neurodevelopmental disorders. NTDs such as anencephaly and spina bifida, are known to be multifactorial in origin, resulting from a complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors. In this review, we aim to comprehensively analyze the effect of maternal hyperthermia on neurodevelopmental disorders and associated congenital anomalies. In addition, we will highlight both the infectious and noninfectious causes of maternal hyperthermia, as well as any risks and potential preventive measures. The literature search identified studies reporting associations between maternal hyperthermia and adverse fetal outcomes. We have evaluated the link between maternal fever due to infections during pregnancy and the increased likelihood of NTDs, particularly anencephaly and spina bifida, as well as Neurodevelopmental disorders. ​​In addition, the effects of non-infectious causes of maternal hyperthermia, including exercise and exposure to heat sources like saunas and hot tubs, on neurodevelopment have also been studied with varying degrees of evidence. Maternal hyperthermia elevates the risk of NTDs and neurodevelopmental disorders in infants, with folic acid offering partial protection, while other factors elevate this risk. However, further research is needed to define the precious association of these factors.
Awareness and practices regarding climate change and its effects on health, in an urban community: a cross sectional study
Authors: Gopinath Ishwar , Arulmozhi P. , Murugan S. Arun
Published: October 2023

Background: Aim was to assess the level of awareness and practices related to climate change and its effects on health among urban population in metropolitan city. To recommend awareness programs regarding climate change and its health hazards for urban population based on results.
Methods: Community based cross sectional study was conducted among 180 adults from January 2022 to March 2022. The data was entered in MS Excel and was analyzed by using SPSS-16 software.
Results: The awareness about climate change was 63%. 76% of the respondents did not agree that climate change is related to extreme weather phenomenon. All the participants believed that climate change affects health, but none of them were aware that it is causing increased incidence of cancer. 73% of the participants always adopted climate friendly alternatives to using own motor vehicles. None of the participants practiced garbage segregation. Only 19% always used climate friendly alternatives to plastic bags. 74% respondents were unable to give concrete solutions to control climate change. 14% participants suggested planting more trees, 10% called for control of industrialization and population explosion. 66% obtained their information from newspapers. None of them viewed scientific journals. There was no significant association between educational status and awareness of climate change.
Conclusions: The population is moderately aware of climate change. They are not well aware of its long-term impacts on health. There is an urgent need for them to be well informed with verified sources of information. Appropriate campaigns must be initiated.
A rare case report: isolated midbrain lacunar infarct affecting the ipsilateral medial longitudinal fasciculus causing internuclear ophthalmoplegia effect
Authors: Sheik Sanaulla , Azeez Maktoum , Gafoor Biju , Kolleri Jouhar
Published: October 2023

Isolated medial longitudinal fasciculus infarct is rare and can also be associated with cranial nerve nuclei or extra-nuclear regions leading to respective neurological deficit. We report a case of 73-year-old woman presenting with a 24 hour of confusion, abnormal eye movement and unsteady gait on a background history of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus (DM), hypertension and Alzheimer’s disease. Her examination found to have dysdiadokinesia in left upper limb and inability to adduct right eyeball on left lateral gaze, without affecting the pupil. She was not oriented to time and place while before this event she could. Her examination found to have normal power in limbs and sensation. Her computed tomography (CT) brain showed no evidence of acute infarction or intracranial bleed. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain demonstrated acute lacunar infarct involving the ipsilateral medial longitudinal fasciculus. This case demonstrates rare brainstem infarct affecting medial longitudinal fasciculus region below the IIIrd cranial nerve nucleus giving features of internuclear ophthalmoplegia affecting medial rectus muscle without affecting autonomic fibres of IIIrd cranial nerve due to which the pupil is not affected. We recommend strict control of predisposing conditions, mainly diabetes and hypertension to reduce the incidence of brainstem stroke.
Need for gender affirming clinics-a case report on gender dysphoria in India
Authors: Sood Kanuja , Pal Ved , Chamola Sunil K. , Pathak Vineet K.
Published: October 2023

Evidence suggests that individuals with gender dysphoria/gender incongruence often experience a disproportionately high burden of disease, including in the domains of mental, sexual and reproductive health. Very few of the Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ) population seek medical or surgical treatments, others do not speak up for their condition because of the societal taboo and suffer from illnesses which fully impact the potential and well-being of the individual. We present a case of a 24-year old boy who never got treated for gender dysphoria and was ignored by the family, was made fun of by the society and ended up having Paranoid disorder secondary to gender dysphoria. This clearly indicates the need specialist health care professionals who can identify the individual for proper treatment and connect him to support groups, who can guide and educate the family and the society on the need to accept the individual in a way in which he wants to be accepted.
Antimicrobial resistance and its possible implications in the future: a mini review
Authors: Pattnaik Matrujyoti , Pattnaik Swati , Pradhan Jyotirmayee , Bhattacharya Debdutta
Published: October 2023

The emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among different species of microbes, or infectious agents, has become a major public health concern worldwide. This alarming trend is due to the rapid development of new resistance mechanisms and the decreasing effectiveness of treating common infectious diseases. As a result, standard treatments often fail to elicit a proper microbial response, leading to prolonged illness, increased healthcare costs, and a higher risk of mortality. Many infectious agents, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites, have developed high levels of multidrug resistance, resulting in increased morbidity and mortality rates, and being called as "superbugs." While the development of MDR is a natural process, it is exacerbated by the inappropriate use of antimicrobial drugs, inadequate sanitary conditions, improper food handling, and subpar infection prevention and control practices. Given the importance of AMR, this paper enlists the AMR issue along with its significance, mechanism and its possible impact in the future. The creation of innovative treatments to fight these persistent infections should be made easier by a better strategy of educating the population about the drivers of AMR.
Health systems and Health Inequalities in Latin America
Authors: Bancalari Antonella , Berlinski Samuel , Buitrago Giancarlo , Mata Dolores de la , Vera-Hernández Marcos
Published: October 2023

The present paper outlines measures of disparity in healthcare access and health outcomes, drawing from the standardized metrics introduced in one related study (Bancalari et al., 2023). Beveridge countries seem to be less unequal than Bismarckian countries. Yet, there is no strong pattern in inequalities across our taxonomy, indicating certain unobserved variables of the health system might wield more influence over health and health care disparities than the overarching features defining our health system taxonomy. Finally, it will be analyzed how differences in healthcare use and health outcomes within countries are related to whether individuals benefit from either the contributory or the non-contributory subsystems and assess main factors explaining such differences by means of Oaxaca decompositions.
Aleitamento materno no contexto da prematuridade: estudo comparativo
Authors: Gomes Ana Leticia , Diniz Machado Maria Estela , Deggau Hegeto de Souza Sarah Nancy , Marques dos Santos Luciano , De Oliveira Souza Ivis Emília , Moreira Christoffel Marialda
Published: October 2023

Objetivo: analisar e comparar a estrutura e o processo de aleitamento materno do recém-nascido prematuro em unidades de terapia intensiva neonatal na perspectiva dos profissionais de saúde. Método: estudo transversal realizado com 148 profissionais de saúde que foram entrevistados por meio de um formulário. Os dados foram analisados pela estatística descritiva, pelos testes de X2 de Pearson e Exato de Fisher. Resultados: Menos da metade dos profissionais entrevistados de ambas as instituições apoiava a realização da primeira ordenha mamária e estimulava todos os membros da família a realizarem a posição canguru na unidade neonatal e a continuidade desse cuidado no domicílio. Os profissionais da instituição A orientam mais sobre a existência de grupos de apoio para amamentação (p=0,00001) e sobre o acesso a grupos ou serviços de apoio após a alta hospitalar (p=0,004472) do que os profissionais da instituição B. Conclusão: o estudo verificou que existem fragilidades na estrutura e no processo de aleitamento materno em relação as ações de promoção e apoio em ambos serviços de saúde.
A Modification on Intra Class Correlation Estimation for Ordinal Scale Variable Using Latent Variable Model
Authors: Chaibakhsh Samira , Pourhoseingholi Asma
Published: October 2023

Introduction: A common way for computing test-retest reliability is Intra Class Correlation which was developed for continuous variables. But it widely used to assess test-retest reliability in questionnaires with Likert scales. Most of the time consecutive numbers regarded as option labels of a question. If the probability of choosing options be the same, using this method is logic, otherwise it is not. Therefore, in this study a modified estimator of ICC is proposed to improve the estimation of ICC for ordinal scale by using latent variable model.
Methods: In this method test-retest answers were considered as bivariate variables and cumulative Probit latent variable model was fitted. A simulation study with N=1500 replicates was conducted to compare the ICC estimations of Likert scale approach with a latent variable approach. Different sample sizes (n=20, 30) was generated with different correlation parameters. The simulations were repeated for questions with 3 and 5 options with different probability of selecting options of a question. After that the two approaches were run on Beck for suicidal ideation questionnaire.
Results: In general the difference between Likert scale approach and latent variable approach were higher in 3 question options compared to 5 and also by increasing sample size and correlation between bivariate data, Root Mean Square Errors and bias were decreased. Assuming different probabilities for options, there was a considerably difference between Root Mean Square Errors, bias and standard deviation of estimation of ICC in two models. Using latent variable approach resulted less bias, SD and Root Mean Square Errors especially in lower sample sizes.
Conclusion: Simulations showed when the probability of choosing options of a question are skewed, using this method reduced Root Mean Square Errors especially when the options are less. This method was affected more on standard deviation compare to bias of estimations.
Variable Selection for Recurrent Events Using Heuristic Approaches: Identifying Informative Variables for Rehospitalization in Schizophrenia Patients
Authors: Arayeshgar Mahya , Tapak Leili , Parami Sharareh , Alafchi Behnaz
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Recurrent event data, as a generalization of survival data, are frequently observed in various areas of medical research, including sequential hospitalizations in patients with schizophrenia. As experiencing multiple relapses during schizophrenia can have many implications, such as self-harm or harm to others, loss of education or employment, or other adverse outcomes, identifying and determining the most critical factors related to relapses in this disorder is essential. This study aimed to utilize heuristic approaches for selecting predictor variables in the field of recurrent events with an application to schizophrenia disorder
Methods: A two-step algorithm was employed to apply a combination of two variable selection methods, recursive feature elimination (RFE) and genetic algorithm feature selection (GAFS), and four modeling techniques: Gradient boosting (GB), artificial neural network (ANN), random forest (RF), and support vector machine (SVM) to simulated recurrent event datasets.
Results: In most simulation scenarios, the results indicated that the combination of RFE and RF applied to the deviance residual (DR) outperforms the other methods. The RFE-RF-DR selected the following predictor variables: Number of children, age, marital status, and history of substance abuse.
Conclusion: Our findings revealed that the proposed machine learning-based model is a promising technique for selecting predictor variables associated with a recurrent outcome when analyzing multivariate time-toevent data with recurrent events.
The Role of Extraversion Personality on Posttraumatic Growth in Victims With Disabilities Due to Earthquakes
Authors: Nurmalitasari Femmi , Harsono Yudi Tri , Retnowati Sofia , Hutagalung Fonny Dameaty
Published: October 2023

The Yogyakarta earthquake in 2006 left many problems, especially for those with disabilities the aftermath earthquake. Posttraumatic growth is an individual’s positive interpretation of negative experiences or feelings. The personality type that is often associated with stress, trauma, and growth events is the extraversion type. The extraversion personality dominates in dealing with traumatic events. This research aimed to find out the roles of extraversion in the posttraumatic growth of survivors with disabilities aftermath earthquake. The subjects were survivors of the Yogyakarta earthquake 2006 (N=51) that suffered upper and lower limbs disability in arms and feet and spinal cord disability. Data were collected using the posttraumatic growth scale and extraversion scale. This study’s data analysis method was simple regression. The results show that extraversion contributes to posttraumatic growth with disabilities aftermath earthquake.
Keywords: Extraversion, Posttraumatic growth, Earthquakes
The Relationship Between the Intensity of Gaming and Aggressive Behavior in Adolescents Playing Games MMOFPS (Massively Multiplayer Online First- Person Shooter)
Authors: Aprillia Hefina , Harsono Yudi Tri , Hapsari Ayu Dyah , Qoyyimah Nur Rohmah Hidayatul
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to analyze the association between the frequency of playing games and aggressive behavior. This study consisted of 350 subjects between 12 and- 24 years old who were selected through purposive sampling. The data were tested using validity and reliability tests to measure the level of validity of the study instrument with a significance transfer of 0.5%, while also using the Pearson correlation test and the normality test. The results of the analysis showed that there was a positive correlation value with a significance value of (sig) of 0.786 <0.05. This shows that there is a positive relationship between the frequency of playing games MMOPS and aggression behavior.
Keywords: intensity of Gaming, aggressive behavior, MMOFPS
The Effect of Spousal Social Support on Multiple Role Conflict in Married Early Adult Women
Authors: Gynanti Maharani , Harsono Yudi Tri , Dhingra Aastha
Published: October 2023

The conflict between roles and responsibilities in work and marriage has a significant impact on early adult women. Multiple-role conflict is a form of inter-role conflict in which the role pressures from the work and family domains conflict with each other in several aspects. Spousal social support is an important predictor of multiple-role conflict because it can help couples overcome obstacles and become happier. Thus, couples who receive help from friends or family can help reduce the stress and affective difficulties that daily routines produce. The purpose of this study was to examine whether there is an effect of partner social support on multiple-role conflicts in married early adult women. The participants of this study were 150 married early adult women who were working in the Trenggalek district. The multiple-role conflict scale and spousal social support scale were constructed through factor analysis tests to obtain a fit model. Regression analysis showed that social support from spouses plays a significant role in multiple-role conflict, with a contribution of 4.9 percent.
Keywords: kwEarly adults; Married women; Multiple role conflict; Spousal social support
The Art of Forgiving the Self: The Prisoners' Self-Forgiveness and Quest for Meaning in Life
Authors: Sari Wanda Luthfianita , Sa'id Mochammad
Published: October 2023

A person serving time in prison may lose their sense of meaning in life. Self-forgiveness is believed to help individuals discover their life’s meaning and alleviate intense remorse. The purpose of this study was to determine if there is a significant relationship between self-forgiveness and meaning in life for 96 inmates aged 40 to 65 at Penitentiary (LAPAS) Malang. This investigation used purposive sampling. We used the Meaning in Life Questionnaire (MLQ) and the State Self-Forgiveness Scale (SSFS). In addition, the Pearson Product Moment method of correlation analysis was utilized in this investigation. Findings revealed a significant and positive correlation between selfforgiveness and meaning in life (r
Resilience Dynamics of Disability People in the Workplace
Authors: . Hardiana , Dewi Eva Meizara Puspita
Published: October 2023

The physical limitations of people with disabilities who work need resilience skills to survive and adapt at work. This study aimed to determine demands, resilience, and social support for disabled persons in the workplace. This study used a qualitative method with a case study approach. The participants were two physically disabled men who worked at the Warehouse division. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews. The study results showed that their work demanded a lot of loading of things that needed to be lifted, high stacking, and increased work if colleagues did not enter shifts. The resilience of disabled people in the workplace is emotion regulation, impulse control, empathy, optimism, causal analysis, self-efficacy, reaching out, and adaptability. Participants demonstrated fairly good resilience skills while at work. This is due to internal factors, including disabled people who have accepted their conditions, have a high sense of gratitude, and are hardworking. External factors included being the breadwinner of the family, difficulty in getting a job, the salary, and there is some social support from family, co-workers, superiors, and the company.
Keywords: Disabled People, Resilience, Working
The Relationship Between Body Image and Self-Esteem in Obese Late Adolescents at the State University of Malang
Authors: Fiqroh Nabillatul , Setiyowati Ninik
Published: October 2023

Obesity is a condition in which excess body fat accumulates as a result of an imbalance between incoming and outgoing energy. Obesity in late adolescence can develop negative body image and self-esteem that cause a lack of self-confidence, anxiety, decreased mood, and depression. The purpose of this research was to find out whether there is a relationship between body image and self-esteem in late adolescents who are obese at the State University of Malang. This study used a correlational descriptive analysis. Purposive sampling was used with the characteristic of Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 25 Kg/m². The sample in the study used 83 subjects. Data was collected using a body image scale, according to Cash and Pruzinsky [1], and a self-esteem scale, according to Maslow[2]. The data collection technique used a scale-shaped instrument that is distributed through the distribution of a form. From the data results in this study, the relationship coefficient value is 0.346 with a significant 0.001, which means that there is a significant positive relationship between body image and self -esteem in late adolescents who are obese at the State University of Malang.
Keywords: Body Image, Self-Esteem, Obese Late Adolescents
Malay Perception of Body Image, Self-Esteem, and Popularity in Social Media Context
Authors: Pratiwi Iqlima , . Suryanto
Published: October 2023

This study examined how the Malays perceived their body image, self-esteem, and popularity in the realm of social media. This study used a qualitative method by conducting in-depth interviews with two ethnic Malays. The result discovered that both participants had a fairly positive body image and were satisfied with their physical appearance. Even though there were some things they thought were not ideal, they still appreciated their body shape and understood that no one’s physical appearance is perfect. The views of the two participants regarding body image were quite positive and were one of the predictors of their level of self-esteem, but self-esteem itself is how a person evaluates and views themselves as a whole, and does not focus on physical appearance only.
Keywords: Malay, Body Image, Self-Esteem, Popularity, Social Media
Perceived Organizational Support in Special Needs Education Teachers
Authors: Eka Permata Resi Shaumia Ratu , Fatmawiyati Jati , Ramadhani Fadhilah , Moniy Rivan Adi Saputra , Putri Aransha K. N.
Published: October 2023

Special education teachers have more burnout than other teachers. In many cases, an unsupportive work environment led to stress, followed by burnout and a desire to quit the profession. The way they deliver services to special needs children, require different approaches and treatments than other children, will be impacted by the organization’s lack of support. This study aimed to investigate how Indonesian special needs education teachers perceived organizational support. Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), a qualitative methodology, were used in the study with 10 special education teachers from various regions. The Perceived Organizational Support Scale developed by Rhoades and Eisenberger’s (2002) theory served as the basis for the participant’s questions and discussions. The findings of this study suggested that their employers’ assistance in terms of fairness, supervision support, organizational reward and job conditions was still lacking. Special needs education teachers in private schools and special needs education teachers in public schools have distinct regulatory approaches to staff welfare and health, which has an impact on the performance of taking care of children with special needs.
Keywords: Organizational support, Special needs education, Teacher
Best Practices of Instructional Leadership among Principals of Primary and Secondary Schools in Male’, Maldives
Authors: Shujau-Abdul-Raheem Mohamed
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to examine the best practices of instructional leadership among principals of primary and secondary schools in Male’, Maldives, based on teachers’ perceptions. The Principal Instructional Management Rating Scale (PIMRS), developed by Hallinger and Murphy (1985) and modified by Hallinger and Wang (2015), served as the instrument for data collection through a questionnaire. A total of 392 teachers from schools in Male’, Maldives, were surveyed and data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0.  The result of the study shows that all three dimensions of instructional leadership—"defining the school mission" (mean 4.05), "managing the instructional program" (mean 3.94), and "developing a positive school learning climate" (mean 3.72)—have reached a high level in practice. The study shows that the three best practices of principals in instructional leadership are to effectively communicate the school's mission to members of the school community (dimension 'Defining the School's Mission', mean 4.12), to clarify who is responsible for coordinating the curriculum across grade levels (dimension 'Managing the Instructional Program', mean 4.29), and to encourage teachers to use class time to teach and practice new skills and concepts (dimension 'Developing a Positive School Climate', mean 4.10). It is hoped that this study will provide useful insights that will be effective in improving the instructional leadership skills of principals to improve the academic performance of students and create a world-class human capital that is comparably excellent.
The current Brazilian energy model: 2016 to 2020
Authors: Mello Teresa Cruvinel de Sousa , Santos Silva Larielly Regina , Luz Mário Sérgio da
Published: October 2023

Power production growth in Brazil is a reality. Therefore, it is necessary carrying out analyses about energy sources to achieve sustainable and feasible development. A country with huge hydroelectric potential has the production of clean energy in comparison to other energy sources as positive feature. Observing the power generation sector’s origin, and comparing and understanding its dynamics, are duties of both the State and the community. The aim of the review in the present article is to objectively understand the Brazilian energetic potential and its several sources. Accordingly, a bibliographic review was conducted to better understand the Brazilian energetic scenario. Brazil accounts for the biggest biodiversity on the planet, as well as for having great climatic variety, such as equatorial, tropical and altitude tropical, sub-tropical, semiarid and Atlantic tropical climate. Brazilian power supply is in the hands of big power plants, like hydroelectric, thermo-electric, wind and solar plants. Hydroelectric plants correspond to approximately 59% of the country’s total installed capacity; moreover, it is often presented as clean and renewable energy source. Yet, although there is much to be developed when it comes to the sustainability of the hydroelectric source, it remains as the most feasible and cleanest Brazilian energy channel.
Synthetic antioxidant TS-13 reduces doxorubicin cardiotoxicity
Authors: Menshchikova E. B. , Knyazev R. A. , Trifonova N. V. , Deeva N. A. , Kolpakov A. R. , Lidia P. Romakh L. P. , Kandalintseva N. V.
Published: October 2023

The antitumor antibiotic doxorubicin, a representative of a large group of anthriacyclines, is widely and quite effectively used to treat patients with malignant neoplasms. The aim of this study was to study the effect of TS-13, a synthetic phenolic antioxidant and an activator of the antioxidant-responsive element redox-sensitive signaling system Keap1/ Nrf2/ARE, on the functional parameters of an isolated rat heart after a course of doxorubicin administration. Material and methods. Male Wistar rats (n = 24) were divided into three groups: control (n = 10), doxorubicin group (n = 7) (3 weekly intraperitoneal injections of doxorubicin solution at a cumulative dose of 15 mg/kg) and doxorubicin + TS-13 (n = 7) (administration of doxorubicin according to a similar scheme, TS-13 solution with drinking water). On the 21st day after the start of the experiment, the cardioprotective effect of TS-13 was assessed on the ex vivo model of perfusion of the heart isolated according to Langendorff. Coronary flow, heart rate (HR), pressure in the left ventricle (myocardial contractility) were recorded as parameters of myocardial functional activity; the integral indicator of myocardial contractility (working capacity) was calculated as the product of HR and pressure in the left ventricle. Results and discussion. The general toxic effect of doxorubicin was manifested in a significant decrease in rat body weight (by 21 %), the administration of TS-13 reduced the cachectic effect of the cytostatic. Doxorubicin worsened heart work by all studied parameters (coronary flow, HR, myocardial contractility and integral index of contractility); the effect persisted throughout the entire perfusion period (40 min). Animals treated with intraperitoneal injections of doxorubicin and TS-13 per os lost weight to a lesser extent, the functional activity of isolated hearts improved significantly – coronary flow, pressure in the left ventricle, and working capacity increased. Conclusions. Since, as we have shown earlier, TS-13 administration not only does not cancel, but even potentiates the antitumor activity of doxorubicin, the results obtained indicate the promise of using TS-13 as an adjuvant therapy for malignant neoplasms, enhancing the antitumor effect of the cytostatic and leveling its side effects, including cardiotoxicity.
Bifurcation stenting on the background of an aneurysm of the anterior descending artery
Authors: Kalinin R. E. , Suchkov I. A. , Karpov A. V. , Ilyasov I. B. , Shanaev I. N.
Published: October 2023

A case report of a combination of an aneurysm of the anterior descending artery in the area of the departure of the diagonal branch and two coronary-ventricular fistulas has been described. The patient was stented earlier (in 2019 – the anterior descending artery and diagonal branch and in 2020 – the circumflex artery) for stable angina pectoris. However, in 2022, she was admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of “ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction” and a coronary angiography revealed thrombosis of both the aneurysm cavity of the anterior descending artery and previously stented segments of the anterior descending artery. As an emergency, the patient underwent provisional stenting with final kissing balloon dilation, as a result of which the lumens of the anterior descending artery and the diagonal branch were completely restored, and the aneurysm cavity was not contrasted due to its embolization by thrombotic masses.
Erratum «Experience in the development of a system for repeated prosthetic heart valves»
Authors: Editorial Artiсle
Published: October 2023

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Uso de aplicaciones móviles para el desarrollo de Pymes en San Antonio de Escazú
Authors: Rodríguez-Ugalde Daniel
Published: October 2023

Las aplicaciones móviles son cada vez mas importantes como herramientas para el desarrollo operativo de las Pymes en el país. En este trabajo se realizó una investigación exploratoria para analizar un primer esbozo de las posibles causas sociales, generacionales y tecnológicas respecto a la falta de implementación, uso y desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles en el distrito de San Antonio de Escazú. Se utilizó el proceso de investigación-acción como metodología principal para el planteamiento del problema hipótesis, ámbito de acción y delimitación de la muestra, y aplicación del instrumento de investigación. Se consultaron además diversas fuentes, como El Estado de Situación PYME 2021, el Índice de Competitividad Cantonal de la Universidad de Costa Rica, el registro de empresas activas del Ministerio de Economía, Industria y Comercio Exterior, el artículo de la revista Yulök respecto a las características socio históricas de los grupos generacionales en el país, el Plan de Desarrollo Cantonal 2019-2029 de la Municipalidad de Escazú, entre otros. Los datos obtenidos por medio de encuestas indicaron podría existir una relación entre el grupo generacional al que pertenezca una persona y su familiarización con la tecnología, lo que se traduce a que las Pymes lideradas por personas a las generaciones satelital y pregonera tienden a utilizar en menor medida las aplicaciones para la mayoría de sus tareas diarias operativas. Asimismo, se recalca la importancia de realizar una investigación más detallada para corroborar los resultados obtenidos y profundizar en otros con la ayuda de los gobiernos locales.
Rethinking Rancière’s Film Theory: Focusing on the Concepts of Fiction and Image
Authors:   The Criticism and Theory Society of Korea, Lee Nara
Published: October 2023

This paper aims to reconsider Rancière’s film theory by examining the meaning of image and fiction in Rancière’s aesthetic art regime. Rancière renews the traditional definitions of image and fiction. What Rancière defines as image and fiction is the action of connecting words and objects in a specific form on the basis of community, connecting individuals and groups and creating a common sense. In the aesthetic art regime since Romanticism, which reflects the equality established between thought and non-thought, consciousness and unconsciousness, active and passive, art and non-art, the image of art constitutes a unique dual system. Within a single image, meaning is produced and withdrawn, and perception, action, and emotion are simultaneously connected and dissolved. This dual system of images is manifested in cinematic art in the disfigurations and contradictory dramaturgy of classicist and romantic allegory.
PEMANFAATAN TUMBUHAN OBAT OLEH MASYARAKAT SUKU DAYAK MAANYAN DI DESA LALAP KECAMATAN PATANGKEP TUTUI KABUPATEN BARITO TIMUR PROVINSI KALIMANTAN TENGAH
Authors: Saputra Hadi , Rahmadi Adi , Thamrin Gusti Abdul Rahmat
Published: October 2023

Research on the use of medicinal plants by the Maanyan Dayak people in Lalap village, Patangkep Tutui sub-district, East Barito district, Central Kalimantan province was observed with the aim of plants that are often used as medicine, parts of the plants used and how to use traditional medicinal plants. The research uses qualitative methods which include types and sources of research data, determining respondents, data collection (with snowball sampling technique) and data analysis. Based on the results of this study, it shows that there are 36 types of plants found in Lalap Village. The twenty types of plants are Chinese Ketapeng, Cocor Bebek, Noni, Gandaria, Brotowali, Cat's Whiskers, Weeds, Lemongrass, Lemongrass, Keramunting, Sirih, Red Betel, Sembung, Insulin, Dayak Onions, Sungkai, Ginger, Turmeric, Kencur, Bajakah. The parts used as medicine are the leaves, roots, stems, fruit, rhizomes and tubers. Of the 36 types of plants, the part most widely used is the leaves, amounting to 33.33%. Meanwhile, the part that was least utilized was the tuber portion of 3.33%. Its use in the community is also soaked, boiled, squeezed, mashed or poundedPenelitian pemanfaatan tumbuhan obat oleh masyarakat suku dayak maanyan di desa Lalap kecamatan Patangkep Tutui kabupaten Barito Timur provinsi Kalimantan Tengah diamati dengan tujuan untuk tanaman yang sering digunakan sebagai obat, bagian – bagian tanaman yang digunakan dan cara penggunaan tanaman obat tradisional. Penelitian menggunakan metode kualitatif yang meliputi jenis dan sumber data penelitian, penentuan responden, pengumpulan data (dengan teknik snowball sampling) dan analisis data. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa terdapat 36 jenis tumbuhan yang terdapat di Desa Lalap. Dua puluh jenis tumbuhan tersebut yaitu Ketapeng Cina, Cocor Bebek, Mengkudu, Gandaria, Brotowali, Kumis Kucing, Ilalang, Sereh Wangi, Sereh, Keramunting, Sirih, Sirih Merah, Sembung, Insulin, Bawang Dayak, Sungkai, Jahe, Kunyit, Kencur, Bajakah. Bagian yang digunakan sebagai obat yaitu pada daun, akar, batang, buah, rimpang dan umbi. Dari 36 jenis tumbuhan, bagian yang paling banyak dimanfaatkan yaitu daun, sebesar 33,33%. Sedangkan bagian yang paling sedikit dimanfaatkan yaitu bagian umbi sebesar 3,33%. Penggunaannya pada masyarakat juga dengan cara direndam, direbus, diperas, dihaluskan atau ditumbuk.