bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
GAMIFICAÇÃO EM TEMPOS DE PANDEMIA: UMA EXPERIÊNCIA COM A UTILIZAÇÃO DA PLATAFORMA SCRATCH
Authors: Dos Santos Andreia Ferrari , Dos Santos Soraia Stabach Ribas Ferrari , Antiqueira Lia Maris Orth Ritter , De Matos Eloiza Aparecida Silva Avila , De Resende Luis Mauricio Martins
Published: July 2023

A pandemia de COVID-19 alterou o cenário em vários países e regiões do mundo, desencadeando medidas de prevenção como o distanciamento e o isolamento social, a fim de se evitar a ampla transmissão da doença. Nesse sentido, entendemos que a prática educativa escolarizada não pode aguardar a pandemia se findar e, no contexto brasileiro, foi adotado um sistema de ensino remoto emergencial, com o intuito de se ajustar o processo educacional a esse novo cenário, tornando evidente o lugar ocupado pelas tecnologias digitais nesse processo. Portanto, como promover a interação em aulas remotas, tornando esse momento mais atrativo e, ao mesmo tempo, favorecer o processo ensino- aprendizagem? Diante a esse novo contexto, a proposta deste trabalho é apresentar os resultados da utilização da plataforma Scratch, para gamificação de conteúdos escolares na disciplina Teoria Geral da Administração, junto aos alunos do segundo ano do curso técnico em administração integrado, em um colégio da rede pública estadual do Paraná. Como aporte teórico, dentre os referenciais utilizamos Signori, Guimarães e Corrêa (2016), Leite (2017), Garcia (2018), Vieira et al. (2018), Silva (2019), Alves (2020), Piffero, Coelho e Soares (2020), Souza (2020). Caracterizamos o presente estudo como exploratório, de natureza aplicada e abordagem qualitativa dos dados, coletados por meio de observação e os resultados analisados com a técnica de análise de conteúdo segundo Bardin (2016). Como resultado inferimos que a gamificação aliada à plataforma Scratch se demonstrou eficaz como ferramenta interativa do processo ensino-aprendizagem em tempos de pandemia, a qual motivou e engajou alunos nas atividades, apresentando-se como facilitadora e mediadora para as aulas virtuais, possibilitando a autonomia e experiências significativas para a vida dos alunos.
A Good Start
Authors: Madsen Dorte
Published: July 2023

Welcome to this third issue of the Journal of Information Architecture, Issue 1, Volume 2. When we started planning the Journal in 2008 our initial goal was simply to take this much needed thing off the ground to see how it would fly. Now, after a little more than two years, I am happy to observe that the Journal has had a good start, it has attracted a lot of interest, and it has been well received by readers, by authors and by reviewers alike
Analysis of Semarang City Government's Mitigation Efforts to Reduce Flood Disaster Risk to Support National Security
Authors: Onggo Cahyo Wibowo  , Ernalem Bangun  , Bambang Wahyudi
Published: July 2023

Disasters are closely linked to human security, which of course is also closely linked to national security. Se Bang Fai is known as a flood-prone district. This study aims to analyze the flood control efforts carried out by the Semarang city government. Disaster is a serious threat to the social life of the existing society and finally to the stability of the nation. The threat that the citizens of Indonesia feel is the frequency of disasters that occur in almost all of Indonesia. Semarang, which is the capital of Central Java province, is vulnerable to flooding. Floods in Sepon City started to occur frequently between 2017 and 2021. Disaster reduction is one of the efforts of the Sepon City Government to reduce the risk of flood disasters. One of the mitigation efforts implemented by the Semarang city government is the construction of the West Tidal Canal and the East Tidal Canal. The construction of 2 rivers: the East Canal and the West Canal is expected to reduce the flood disaster in Sam Nua District. The government must prepare a flood preparedness plan so that the government knows what to do to reduce future flood disasters.
Community Preparedness in Facing Mount Semeru Eruption to Support National Security
Authors: Dimas Raka Kurniawan Putra  , Syamsul Maarif  , Lilik Kurniawan
Published: July 2023

The change in national security paradigm has turned into security sector reform. This change causes that national security does not only focus on territorial security but also focuses on human security. One of the factors that can disturb human security is disaster. The community's lack of preparedness for the eruption of Mount Semeru means that the community is still at high risk, causing 64 people to die. This study aims to analyze community preparedness in facing the eruption of Mount Semeru in order to support national security. This research method uses a qualitative research approach with a descriptive approach. The data analysis technique uses the qualitative data analysis technique belonging to Miles, Hubermen and Saldana. The results of this study are as follows: 1) In terms of the preparation of temporary evacuation sites, fulfillment of basic needs, and preparation of restoration of facilities and infrastructure have been carried out well while the preparation of RPKB, early warning systems, training and simulations, and preparation of accurate data is still not well executed; 2) Efforts made by the government and stakeholders in increasing community preparedness for an effective response and building better have been carried out well through training in Disaster Resilient Villages, Disaster Safe Education Unit, making the Jaga Semeru application and creating a Whatsapp Group which makes the community have preparedness better in dealing with the eruption of Mount Semeru. If the government and stakeholders make efforts to increase preparedness, the community will have an effective response and build back better.
The Impact Of Climate Change On The Increase Of Flood And Landslide Disaster In Kuningan Regency, West Java Province
Authors: Salsa Firdausiah’adah  , Adi Subiyanto  , Ali Rahmat  , Pujo Widodo  , Herlina Juni Risma Saragih
Published: July 2023

Kuningan Regency, which is one of the areas that prone to landslides and floods. Based on its geological and geographical conditions, Kuningan Regency is located on the slopes of Mount Ciremai so that this area has a high level of vulnerability to landslides and floods. This study aims to identify climate change with rainfall indicators that have an impact on increasing the incidence of floods and landslides in Kuningan Regency as well as disaster risk reduction efforts by the Regional Disaster Management Agency (RDMA) and the local community. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, supported by data obtained from observations, interviews and literature studies. The results showed that climate change with high rainfall indicators had an effect on an increase in landslides and floods that occurred in Kuningan Regency. Disaster risk reduction efforts from the Kuningan Regency BPBD in tackling the risks of floods and landslides, namely by taking preventive action. RDMA Kuningan Regency has built public facilities such as shelter for refugees, signs for evacuation routes, early warning system, as well as strengthening disaster risk reduction forums in Kuningan District. The efforts that can be made by the community are by carrying out repairs, cleaning waterways, building cliff retaining walls and closing soil cracks
The Effect of Food Quality and Perceived Value on Behavioral Intention Using Customer Satisfaction as A Mediation Variable (Study On Gacoan Noodle Restaurant in Surabaya)
Authors: Citra Tsani Soraya Nadhifah , Sudarmiatin Sudarmiatin , Titis Shinta Dhewi
Published: July 2023

The development of the food & beverage industry has recorded quite good growth in recent years due to the presence of the digital world. The purpose of this analysis is to determine the direct and indirect effects of food quality and perceived value on behavioral intentions through customer satisfaction at Mie Gacoan restaurants in Surabaya. The quantitative research model uses a sample of 273 respondents, with the main characteristics being consumers who make purchases at the Mie Gacoan restaurant in Surabaya using Online Food Delivery (OFD). This study uses descriptive analysis techniques, SEM-PLS and mediation tests. The research results show that food quality (X1) has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction (Z). Perceived value (X2) has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction (Z). Food quality (X1) has a positive and insignificant effect on behavioral intentions (Y). Perceived value (X2) has a positive and significant effect on behavioral intentions (Y). Customer satisfaction (Z) has a positive and significant effect on behavioral intentions (Y). Customer satisfaction (Z) has a positive and significant effect mediating food quality (X1) on behavioral intentions (Y). Customer satisfaction (Z) has a positive and significant effect mediating Perceived value (X2) on behavioral intentions (Y).
Simulation of Military Operation to National Capital City (IKN) Nusantara if Sipadan Island is a Military Base
Authors: Kharismaji Kalasmoro  , Sobar Sutisna  , Syachrul Arief  , Agus Haryanto
Published: July 2023

Simulation of military operation to national capital city (ikn) nusantara if sipadan island is a military base is aimed to find out the types of military operations that might occur in the future. The military operation used in this simulation are airbone operations, submarine operations, and landing operations. the results of the simulation of the travel time of a fighter aircraft are about 15-38 minutes, where the distance from Sipadan Island to IKN Nusantara is 602 km and the estimated minimum aircraft speed is 950 km/hour and a maximum of 2,500 km/hour. If a beach landing operation is carried out, information is obtained that the shortest distance between Sipadan Island and Sebatik Island is 78.9409 km. if submarine operations are carried out, the ALKI II route is the most suitable path for submarines to traverse where this is obtained from the Indonesian bathymetry map data. Based on the results of this study, the conclusion is that the islands of Sipadan do not and not yet have a potential military threat, but this research can be used as a literature study if in the future the islands of Sipadan begin to be monitored for the construction of military bases.
Indonesia's Defense Strategy Against Transnational Crimes of the Abu Sayyaf Group in the Sulu Archipelago
Authors: Titis Margiati  , Mhd Halkis  , Rudy Sutanto
Published: July 2023

Southeast Asia, especially Indonesia, is a region where there are many cases of attacks by armed pirate groups. One of the points is in the Sulu Sea which is included in the territorial waters of the Philippines. The waters of the Sulu Sea are directly adjacent to several areas of Indonesia, namely Kalimantan and Sulawesi, so it is not surprising that terrorist groups from the Philippines carry out acts of piracy/jacking of ships originating from Indonesia. The Abu Sayyaf group, which started its criminal activities in the 1990s, hijacked slow-vehicle loaded ships and took hostage crew members who passed through the area. This paper will be prepared using a qualitative descriptive method. This paper will focus more on explaining and providing an overview of the forms of defense strategy carried out by Indonesia in dealing with the problem of transnational crimes by the Abu Sayyaf group. This research data was obtained based on literature review sourced from previous research in the form of journals, books and other scientific works that are relevant to the topic of discussion. The result of this paper is that the Abu Sayyaf Group threat is asymmetrical, coming from non-state actors facing state actors. The Abu Sayyaf group has an interest in establishing an Islamic state in the Philippines and to maintain the existence of its group, the Abu Sayyaf group takes hostage actions by asking for ransom. In order to deal with these non-military threats, the Indonesian national defense strategy is not only carried out by means of the military, but is carried out by relying on 3 (three) main pillars, namely the use of defense force, international cooperation, and the development of defense forces. In facing the threat of the Abu Sayyaf Group, Indonesia has prioritized the pillars of international cooperation even though there have been options for the development and use of defense forces and also the development of defense forces as a deterrent factor to minimize threats.
Ethnomathematic Exploration Of Minangkabau Batik Tanah “Liek” (Clay Soil Batik)
Authors: Isnaniah  , M. Imamuddin
Published: July 2023

Ethnomathematics in mathematics learning is becoming a trend in Indonesia. Learning mathematics with ethnomathematics is nothing but introducing and learning mathematical concepts through local culture. This research belongs to qualitative research with an ethnographic approach. The purpose of this research is to explore the mathematical concepts found in batik tanah like (clay soil batik). Data in this study were collected by observation, documentation and interviews. Data analysis was carried out with the steps of data reduction, presentation, interpretation, and exposure. The result of this research is that in the motifs of batik tanah "liek" many geometry concepts are found such as: point, line, curved line, parallel line, triangle, rectangle, square, circle, angle, opposite angle, symmetry and kesebangunan. Different motifs have different geometry concepts. The findings of geometry concepts in batik tanah "liek" can be used as a learning resource in learning mathematics. Using learning resources that are in accordance with student culture can make learning meaningful and can increase love for local culture.
Wireless Hand Geture Control Robot with Object Detection
Authors: Harale A. D. , Karande K. J. , Bhumkar Sagar S. , Gaikwad Sanjay T. , Kumbhar Snehal S.
Published: July 2023

This study uses image processing and Internet of Things (IoT) technology to demonstrate a wireless hand gesture control robot with object identification. Users can remotely operate a robot using hand gestures that are photographed by a camera and analyzed using machine learning algorithms and image processing methods for gesture identification. The system has object detection capabilities as well, allowing the robot to find and recognize items in its environment. In order to allow users to construct their own gestures and instructions, the suggested system is made to be adaptive and versatile. Additionally, it incorporates Internet of Things (IoT) technology, enabling remote control and supervision of the robot via a web-based interface or a mobile application. The system offers a distinct and user-friendly interface and has potential uses in home automation, surveillance, and remote exploration.
Wraakporno en het rechtsgoed openbare orde
Authors: Dekker T.J. (Tirsa)
Published: July 2023

Wraakporno en het rechtsgoed openbare orde. Een onderzoek naar de plaatsing van wraakporno in Titel V Misdrijven tegen de openbare orde in het licht van de betekenis van het rechtsgoed openbare orde

In deze bijdrage werpt de auteur aan de hand van de rechtsgoedleer een kritische blik op de plaatsing van wraakporno in Titel V Misdrijven tegen de openbare orde. Zij stelt vast dat de ruime formulering van het rechtsgoed openbare orde met zich meebrengt dat wraakporno potentieel onder Titel V geschaard kan worden, maar dat dit normatief gezien niet gepast is. Volgens de auteur is er veel voor te zeggen dat de strafbaarstelling van wraakporno, anders dan de wetgever volhoudt, wel degelijk draait om bescherming van de seksuele integriteit en daarmee worden argumenten aangedragen voor een heroverweging van de plaatsing. De auteur pleit dan ook voor nader onderzoek ter beoordeling van de wenselijkheid om wraakporno over te hevelen naar de zedentitel.
Mapes de progressió per educar a favor d'una nova cultura de l'aigua
Authors: Castelltort Valls Alba , Sanmartí Puig Neus
Published: July 2023

L’emergència climàtica ja té uns efectes importants sobre els recursos hídrics del nostre territori fet que es fa urgent i necessari educar a favor d’una nova cultura ambiental de l’aigua. L’article presenta tres mapes de progressió que poden ajudar a professorat i educadors/es ambientals a organitzar situacions d’ensenyament-aprenentatge que promouen un aprenentatge més profund. Els mapes, que s’han elaborat a partir d’una recerca educativa, s’organitzen a partir de preguntes ordenades segons el nivell de complexitat i identifiquen les idees-claus que permeten donar resposta a cada pregunta així com expressions que el professorat pot utilitzar per fer-les més comprensibles. També, s’hi destaquen els continguts més complexes o que afavoreixen la visibilització dels vincles entre l’aigua i l’energia.
TEHLİKELİ SALGIN HASTALIKLAR SEBEBİYLE SEÇİMLERİN ERTELENMESİ
Authors: GÜLER Fatih
Published: July 2023

Tehlikeli bir salgın hastalık olarak kabul edilen Covid-19 salgını,

birçok alanda farklı etkileri olduğu gibi seçme ve seçilme hakkı üzerinde

de bir takım sonuçlar doğurmuştur. Covid-19 salgınının başladığı

dönemden bugüne kadar Türkiye’de süresi gelen ulusal çapta milletvekili

seçimi, Cumhurbaşkanlığı seçimi, halkoylaması veya yerel seçimin

olmaması sebebiyle seçimlerin ertelenmesi konusu ciddi bir gündem

oluşturmamıştır. Fakat dünyada birçok ülke süresi gelen genel veya

yerel seçimlerini ertelemek veya salgın tedbirleri çerçevesinde seçimleri

gerçekleştirmek durumunda kalmıştır. Tehlikeli salgın hastalıklar

sebebiyle seçimlerin hangi koşullar altında ertelenebileceğinin veya

hangi şartlarda gerçekleştirilebileceğinin anayasal ve yasal düzenlemeye

konu edilmesi seçimlerin sağlıklı bir şekilde gerçekleşmesine imkân

sağlayacaktır. Salgının başladığı zamandan bugüne kadar geçen yaklaşık

bir buçuk yıl içerisinde süresi gelen yerel ara seçimler ile siyasi parti,

sendika, kamu kurumu niteliğindeki meslek kuruluşlarının organ

seçimleri ile ilgili olarak Yüksek Seçim Kurulu birtakım kararlar almıştır.

Çalışmada bu kararlar bir sistematik çerçevesinde değerlendirilmiş, bu

kararların ortaya koyduğu anayasal ve yasal boşluklara işaret edilmiştir.
ANALISA PUTUSAN HAKIM TERHADAP PENGEMUDI KENDARAAN BERMOTOR YANG KARENA KELALAIANNYA MENGAKIBATKAN ORANG LAIN MENINGGAL DUNIA
Authors: Elizabeth Yosephine , Inri Januar  , Lonna Yohanes Lengkong
Published: July 2023

Traffic Accident is an incident on the streets that happened out of nowhere that can cause damage, injuries, and even death. The research problem of this thesis are to know the criminal liability of the act of Negligence Caused Death in Indonesian’s Law and the application of its criminal liability towards someone’s behavior of negligence caused death in the Medan District Court Verdict No: 3569/Pid.Sus/2021/PN Mdn). The research method that is used by the author is the method of normative juridical which uses case approach and statute approach. The data sources that is used by the author is the secondary data in which are primary materials, secondary materials, and tertiary material. For the outcome, the author concluded that the Prosecutors can’t proof the Defendant actions in details. In the Medan District Court Verdict No: 3569/Pid.Sus/2021/PN Mdn, there is nothing that can be use a proof or something that can be convincing enough to proof that the Defendant is indeed driven the Vehicle above the Speed Limit. So because of that, the Judges should’ve made the verdict as a free verdict.
Using the Powtoon Application as A Learning Media in Elementary School
Authors: Eka Putri Agil , Riri Susanti
Published: July 2023

In the world of education, the role of learning media is very necessary for students. The development of the times demands that humans are more progressive, thus students are required to find information independently from the results of interactions with the learning environment. Learning media is used to streamline the distribution of messages as a result of which there is a safe learning place. In fact, the use of learning media is still very minimal. This type of research is research and development using also applying the 4D model. The use of this learning media can make it easier for students to understand in teaching and learning activities. Through the Powtoon application, teachers can make it easier to develop learning media for students. The Powtoon application is an online animated video device that is relatively simple to use and can be used by teachers as well as students in teaching and learning.
Zoom Meeting Practices During the Covid-19 Era
Authors: Maulana Ilham Tri , Firdian Fadil , Rahmelina Liranti , Efendy Zainul , Rajab Rajab , Daniati Elisa
Published: July 2023

Abstract— This study aims to see the practicality of using the zoom meeting application for student learning at Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah Awwaliyah Jabal Nur Mosque, Padang City. This Zoom Meeting is used to be able to assist teachers and students in the learning process in tahfizh learning. The research method used is a qualitative method. The type of data is primary data where the data is provided by media experts, teachers and students. The data analysis technique used is descriptive data analysis technique, namely by describing the practicality of using zoom meetings for tahfizh learning. The results of the study based on the response from the teacher of the practical zoom meeting application used for tahfizh learning with an average total score of 89%. The results of the study based on the response from the students, the zoom meeting application is quite practical which is used for tahfizh learning with an average total score of 74.88%. Based on the results of this study, it is concluded that the zoom meeting application is practical to be used as a learning medium in tahfizh learning at Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah Awwaliyah Jabal Nur Padang City. The results of this study are also recommended for other Diniyah Takmiliyah Awwaliyah Madrasah.
Artificial Intelligence as a Support for Arabic Language Learning in Higher Education with VOSviewer Analysis
Authors: Morales Utzinger , Lopez Vanella , Joanan Schittny , Julia Hirsiger
Published: July 2023

The world is increasingly showing the progress of human resources in the field of science and technology, and the development of knowledge about this technology also continues to accelerate rapidly with the discovery of many features that have sprung up to be utilized according to human technological needs. Especially in the field of education, the development of technology-based features is also increasing, supported by technology-based learning systems. Newly emerging learning systems, such as an online machine-based intelligence apk that performs class teaching movements according to the connection provided by humans, this effort is a type of association in the interaction between robots and humans with correspondences that are linked between signals and movements. In this case, the robot provides an educational learning system with a discourse recognition process. The use of robots in learning Arabic in higher education also shows how an educational institution designs the latest technology-based learning system with the use of online robots to assist the learning process in the classroom. This online robot learning system is closely related to the use of supporting wireless network cables in the online robot association; therefore, a bibliometric analysis will be carried out on the use of artificial intelligence in supporting Arabic language learning in higher education with the help of VOSviewer. The results of the VOSviewer overview will provide conclusions about the extent to which artificial intelligence effectively supports Arabic language learning in higher education.
Information Processing and Memory in Learning
Authors: Jamaludin Didi Nur Jamaludin
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

The success of learning is strongly influenced by information processing mechanisms and working memory. The characteristics of the initial information will affect the sensory response which is continued by storage in sensory memory. Various stimulus information such as psychophysical stimulus, emotional stimulus, discrepant stimulus and manding stimulus will have an effect on the response back from respondents. Information will be selected to enter short term memory (STM) through a working memory mechanism with the ability to store information within a few seconds. Working memory is managed by the Central executive control center by involving the phonological Loop area, Episode buffer, and Visuo-spatial Sketch Pad. Then the information is continued to Long Term Memory (LTM) with repetition and coding mechanism. Long-term memory storage in the area of ??episodic memory, semantic memory and procedural memory. Working memory is influenced by cognitive load (Cognitive Load) and Cognitive Fit Theory (CFT).
Desenvolvimento de um layout por meio da ferramenta de mapeamento de processos
Authors: Matias Tiago Alquaz , Dos Santos Jefferson Davi Ferreira , Machado Whallans Raphael Couto , Rebelatto Inayara da Silva , Araújo Adolfo Vicente
Published: July 2023

O objetivo da pesquisa é propor um layout para o setor produtivo de iogurte, por meio da técnica de mapeamento de processos. Para atingir esse objetivo foi utilizada a abordagem de mapeamento denominada Business Process Modeling Notation - BPMN. Por meio de uma linguagem padrão para comunicação entre as atividades foi possível que o processo ficasse mais visível para a sugestão de um layout, permitindo que todos os recursos do setor produtivo de iogurte estivessem disponíveis e pudessem ser reutilizados, repropostos e recombinados. Especificamente, mapeou-se o processo atual da produção de iogurte para estabelecer diagramas operacionais identificando opções que possam gerar a construção de um layout. O trabalho foi realizado em uma agroindústria de Laticínios que fabrica produtos como: doce de leite, queijo muçarela, manteiga, leite, requeijão e o iogurte. Em uma análise preliminar com os gestores da organização, constatou-se a necessidade da ampliação do setor de produção de iogurte. A capacidade atual do sistema de produção analisado está limitada a 3000 litros de iogurte. No entanto, foi verificado que para 2018 a capacidade produtiva para atendimento da demanda projetada será de aproximadamente 8000 litros de iogurte. A utilização da ferramenta BPMN pode representar os diferentes aspectos para descrição dos processos do setor produtivo de iogurte, ocasionando a identificação de melhorias dos processos e possíveis redução de instâncias, em aproximadamente 10%, pela implementação da configuração do layout proposto. Além disso, aquisições de novos equipamentos para a configuração do novo layout.
REPRODUCTION AND POPULARIZATION OF MORALIZING FAMILY SCENES IN JEAN-BAPTIST GREUZE’S PRACTICE: PREPARATION AND ORGANIZATION OF THE PROCESS
Authors: Biryukova Elizaveta Dmitrievna
Published: July 2023

Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725-1805) was famous for portraits and moralizing family scenes. At the same time, he achieved exceptional success in popularizing his art by engraving genre compositions. This article examines preparatory modellos for his family scenes and the organization of their engraving process. This aspect of his activity has not been yet studied, and his drawings are little covered in Russian-language literature. The study reconstructs step by step the activity of Greuze as a popularizer of family scenes in prints on the basis of the documents available to the author, analysis of original drawings and prints from Russian and foreign collections. It highlights such aspects of the creative process as preparation of compositions for engraving, achievement of specific qualities in the drawings in connection with the technologies of further reproduction, interaction with engravers and organization of creative and technical works within the special association. The author concludes that the master chose a limited number of engraving techniques by the criterion of the most accurate reflection of the artistic properties of the originals. By engaging a special circle of engravers, he created a monopoly association to control the process of creating, producing and selling prints. As a result, Greuze achieved outstanding and specific artistic qualities in his drawings intended for further duplication. Even contemporaries paid attention to the excellent quality of Greuze’s engravings, which amazingly accurately conveyed the individuality of his technique, and singled them out among the mass production of general circulation in eighteenth-century France. This system of creation and popularization of drawings was innovative in the field of engraving. It reveals practical and business abilities of the outstanding artist, as well as a new insight into Greuze’s artistry.
THE IMAGES OF “RUSSIAN VOTER” AND “PEOPLE’S DEPUTIES” IN THE DISCURSIVE PRACTICES OF THE EARLY TWENTIETH CENTURY
Authors: Selunskaya Natalia Borisovna
Published: July 2023

Trends in modern historiography are largely determined by the influence of the linguistic turn in the methodology of study of Russian history, including the development of discursive analysis of textual sources which reflect the worldview of contemporaries. The historical community has realized the methodological inadequacy of both the use of the Western scientific language and the search for universal historical concepts suitable for the study of the history of any country, regardless of its socio-cultural uniqueness. Currently, the principle of contextuality is brought to the forefront, that is, the study of historical phenomena within the socio-cultural environment that gave rise to this phenomenon, which actualizes the treatment of the political history of the Russian Empire with the use of new optics, i.e., the methodology of discursive analysis of the texts of contemporaries. Cognitive possibilities of the named approach can be demonstrated on the example of the analysis of the language of the texts representing the content of public and memorial discourses about the elections to the State Duma of the Russian Empire, voters and people’s deputies. The author focuses on the concepts used by contemporaries, which reflected the historical and cultural national specificity of the perception of “Russian voter” and “people’s representatives” as actors in the historical process, who were called to “participate in the destiny of their country”. Thus, the disclosure of the meaning of the most frequently used concept “Russian” in the discourse of contemporaries includes its understanding as a representation of the guardian of the tradition of national political culture, and as a centripetal force, uniting Russians in their awareness of their ethno-cultural identity. This specificity is recorded in contemporaries’ explanation of the significance of the project of the representation of people, “granted by the tsar’s will”, which represents a form of “inherently Russian autocracy”. The Russian voter’s awareness of civic identity in the public and memorial discourses of his contemporaries is represented by the perception of “elected ones from the population” as “their own” in contrast to the government officials who act as “aliens”. Revealing an authentic meaning of the notions, used by the contemporaries, it is possible to understand the world of values, rules of social communication during the decisive historical period of reforms and revolutions in Russia at the beginning of the 20th century.
Effects of micro-colloidal Rhodomyrtus tomentosa on MMP9, GLUT-1, and IL-1β expression in Rattus norvegicus cervical cancer
Authors: Rumahorbo Cheryl Grace Pratiwi , Situmorang Putri Cahaya , Zagoto Elizabeth Rosa Meliana Puspa , Nisfa Lailatun , Hasanah Uswatun
Published: July 2023

Context: Rhodomyrtus tomentosa has the potential to contain compounds that enhance health. One type of disease that requires antioxidants in its healing is cancer. R. tomentosa extract was resized to nano size to optimize cell permeability. Aims: To analyze the effects of micro-colloidal leaves extract of R. tomentosa (MR) on MMP9, GLUT-1, and IL-1β expression in cervical cancer. Methods: Wistar rats were divided into five treatments, namely untreated (C-), cervical cancer (C+), and a cervical cancer rat model that was given R. tomentosa extract (MR) 100 mg/kg (MR100), 200 mg/kg (MR200), and 400 mg/kg (MR400). After receiving the extract for 30 days, all groups were analyzed using an immunohistochemical technique to detect MMP9, GLUT-1, and IL-1β antibodies. Results: From the statistical analysis, there was a substantial difference in the expression of MMP9, GLUT-1, and IL-1 in the C+ group compared to the C-, MR100, MR200, and MR400 groups (p<0.005; p<0.002: p<0.001 p<0.01, respectively). Unrestrained cell development, asymmetric cell shape, a sizeable nucleus-to-cytoplasm ratio, and various nucleus-form variants, and when MR was administered, the cervical histology of the tissues began to improve, similar to group C. In this group decreases the distance between the tumors, slows the growth of the carcinoma, and permits the nucleus to form appropriately in a cervical cancer cell was observed. Dosages of 200 and 400 mg/kg improved the histology of cervical tissue while decreasing MMP-9, GLUT-1, and IL-1β expression. Conclusions: Rhodomyrtus tomentosa ethanolic extract shows antimetastatic properties and could be analyzed as an anticancer therapy in the future.
Orbital apex inflammation: a curious case of COVID-19
Authors: Editors
Published: July 2023

Erratum

Hussain A, Fazzone H, Elefant D, Kumar S, Ali S, Amin A. Orbital apex inflammation: a curious case of COVID-19. Digit J Ophthalmol 2022;28:69–73.
MOTIVATION OF LUXURY FASHION BRAND CONSUMPTION AMONG YOUNG SRI LANKAN CONSUMERS
Authors: Wickramasinghe
Published: July 2023

Investigating the motivational elements that influence young Sri Lankan fashion customers’ desire to purchase from luxury fashion companies is the goal of this essay. In terms of three dimensions, this study characterized two key luxury reasons as internal and external. This takes into account, on the one hand, the value of self-identity and hedonic pleasure, which correspond to the consumption of high-end clothing as personal style, and prestige value, which refers to a social statement. The study also explores which incentive has a bigger impact on young Sri Lankans’ intention to purchase premium fashion brands.

To reflect the suggested linkages among linked variables, a conceptual model was created. For the investigation, the convenience sampling approach was employed. at addition to using Google forms, mall agents delivered survey questionnaires for completion and return at high-end clothing stores. Young consumers between the ages of 18 and 30 make up the population of this study, and respondents who were shopping in Colombo were called in order to gather data. 138 of the 200 surveys were returned, and SPSS 16 was used to analyze the data.

This study provides some insight into the reasoning behind fashion purchases and the luxury fashion consumption habits of young Sri Lankan consumers in particular. According to the study’s findings, the variable that describes external worth and has a higher significant value than the other two factors is prestige value. It has been discovered that external motivation has a greater influence on the intention to acquire luxury fashion brands than internal motivation, indicating that the young Sri Lankan was motivated by external factors to buy ostentatious luxury fashion labels.
DOES FINANCIAL LITERACY IMPACT RETIREMENT READINESS AND LIVING STANDARDS OF FARMERS? AN EMPIRICAL STUDY BASED ON SELECTED FARMERS IN SRI LANKA
Authors: Ediriweera  , Herath
Published: July 2023

We studied how financial literacy impacts retirement readiness and living standards among farmers in Sri Lanka with a sample of 200 farmers by administering through a structured questionnaire. We selected the farmers on a convenience basis for the study from the Northwestern Province in Sri Lanka. We conducted a preliminary survey among farmers to understand their financial behaviors. By considering financial literacy as the independent variable, and retirement readiness and living standards as the dependent variables, we developed two ordinary least square regression models to test the hypotheses of the study. The findings of the preliminary survey revealed that most farmers maintain savings accounts, but they visit banks occasionally. Moreover, more than 50% of them are not aware of the benefits of retirement plans. However, the results confirmed that financial literacy has a strong positive impact on retirement readiness and living standards among farmers. Thereby, we concluded that improvements in farmers’ financial literacy could uplift their living standards and retirement readiness. As an implication, authorities shall conduct more awareness programs for farmers on financial knowledge, behavior, and attitudes as assistance to enhance their retirement status and living standards.
The Chasm of Technology Innovation in Digital Transformation: A Study from the Perspective of Transformation Informatics
Authors: Guo Hua , Liu Kecheng
Published: July 2023

Technological innovation plays a pivotal role in driving digital transformation. Successful entrepreneurs and business leaders recognise the potential benefits of adopting new technologies in a timely and strategic manner; because they understand this can help them gain a competitive advantage and position their organisations for long-term success in the dynamic digital marketplace. This chapter examines several cutting-edge technologies and their applications, including the Metaverse, Blockchain, and ChatGPT, from the perspective of transformation informatics. Specifically, the study aims to identify possible reasons why some technological innovations struggle to gain wide adoption and fall into what is commonly referred to as “the chasm”. To assess the significance of a technical breakthrough, the research considers various factors such as the height of technical barriers, its ecological breadth, its evolutionary potential, and its potential economic value and cultural impact on business applications. The findings of this research can help entrepreneurs to make informed decisions when selecting a technical track and enable executive leaders to manage creative technologies effectively while aligning them with their corporate strategies. By understanding the significance of emerging technologies and their potential impact on their organisation, leaders can make informed decisions and stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly changing digital landscape.
The Role of Phytogenic Feed Additives in Modulating Poultry Nutritional Physiology and Genomics
Authors: Hüseyin Ipçak Hasan
Published: July 2023

In this chapter, the effects of phytogenic feed additives (PFAs) on the performance, intestinal health, microbiota, oxidative stress, antioxidant defense system, gene expression, and protein production of poultry were examined. PFAs consist of plant-derived components such as essential oils, flavonoids, saponins, phenolic compounds, and alkaloids. They have gained increasing popularity in recent years as alternative growth-promoting products to antibiotics used for animal nutrition. Studies have indicated that PFAs positively affect the overall health and productivity of poultry. Indeed, it has been observed that the use of PFAs in poultry nutrition enhances performance, modifies intestinal microbiota and morphology, and modulates gene expression and protein synthesis. Thus, the use of PFAs in poultry farming is an important alternative to increasing productivity and transitioning to a more sustainable and natural production system. However, further research is needed to understand the efficacy and safety of PFAs, interactions between different phytogenic components, and their synergistic effects. Furthermore, determining the appropriate levels and application methods is crucial to guide producers and reach a wider audience in poultry farming. In conclusion, supporting the use of phytogenic feed additives within the framework of legal regulations and standards is important for the sustainability of the industry and health of consumers.
Architectures for Hybrid Precoding and Combining Techniques in Massive MIMO Systems Operating in the mmWave Band
Authors: Al-Kamali Faisal , Alouzi Mohamed , D’Amours Claude , Chan Francois
Published: July 2023

Hybrid precoding and combining techniques in millimeter-wave (mmWave) multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) systems with various array architectures have attracted significant interest as a promising technology for the development of 6G wireless communication systems. This approach presents numerous advantages, including reduced complexity, cost, and power consumption, when compared to traditional analog precoding methods. In this chapter, we investigate hybrid precoding and combining techniques for massive MIMO systems operating in the millimeter-wave (mmWave) band, with a focus on different architectures, such as full array (FA), subarray (SA), and hybrid array (HA) architectures. We discuss the system model of each architecture. Additionally, we solve the hybrid precoding and combining optimization problem to maximize the spectral efficiency of each architecture. We then propose iterative hybrid precoding and combining algorithms for all architectures, as well as compare their performance to that of traditional hybrid design methods to demonstrate that the proposed algorithms achieve superior performance with lower complexity and hardware requirements.
The Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Emotion Self-regulation and its Components in Patients with Schizophrenia: A Semi-experimental Study
Authors: Nobakht Hanieh , Dasht Arjandi Mehrdad Mazaheri , Karbalaei Herafteh Fatemeh Soghra
Published: July 2023

Background: Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has always been used as an effective method to improve emotion regulation and train patients to reduce mental disorders. Therefore, the current research has investigated the effectiveness of CBT on emotion self-regulation and its components in patients with schizophrenia. Methods: This research was a semi-experimental study with an experimental group and a control group. The statistical population of this study included all patients with schizophrenia in Hayat Rehabilitation and Treatment Center for Chronic Mental Patients in 2021 - 2022. Among the above study population, a total of 30 people (n = 15 per group) with confirmed schizophrenia were selected and studied using the convenience sampling method. The experimental group received CBT for eight 60-minute sessions, but the control group received no training. Both groups completed the Self-regulation Inventory (SRI-25) at the pre-test and post-test stages. The data of this study were analyzed by multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) using SPSS software version 16. Results: Data analysis showed that after 8 sessions of CBT in the experimental group, the mean scores of emotion regulation and its sub-components significantly increased in the experimental group than in the control group (0.05). Conclusions: Therefore, considering the effectiveness of CBT in improving the emotion self-regulation dimensions, it is advisable to use this training to improve emotion self-regulation in patients with schizophrenia.
Fluctuations of planted area in salt production in Bima Regency
Authors: Meylani Nur Ervina
Published: July 2023

This study aimed to analyze fluctuations in the planting area of salt production in the Bima district over six years. The data used were planting area data for the period 2016 – 2021. The results of this study showed that the highest planting area was in 2018, which was 1729.82 Ha and the lowest was in 2016, which was 435.78 Ha. The planting area is differentiated based on the type of production: non pugar, traditional Pugar, and geoisolator Pugar. The planting area for the highest non-Pugar production was in the Lambu sub-district, which was 20 ha and dominated by 63%. The planting area for the highest traditional Pugar production was found in the Woha sub-district, which was 653.02 Ha or 48% of the total planted area in Bima District. And for salt production in the geoisolator Pugar, the highest planting area is in Bolo District, which is 200.15 Ha and dominates as much as 48% of the total planted area as a whole for this type of production.
Welfare, Profits, and Oughts
Authors: Fink Julian , Scorza Sophia Appl ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: July 2023

Suppose we morally ought to maximize social welfare. Suppose profit maxi­mization is a means to maximize social welfare. Does this imply that we morally ought to maximize profits? Many proponents of the view that we have a moral obligation to maximize profits (tacitly) assume the validity of this argument. In this paper, we critically assess this assumption. We show that the validity of this argument is far from trivial and requires a careful argumentative defence.
Low-Income Pregnant Patients with Covid-19 in A Public Hospital in Mexico’s Metropolitan Area. Diagnostic and Treatment Dilemmas.
Authors:   Reproduccion Humana, S.C., Ramírez Carolina Tapia , Sanchez-Cruz Francisco , Manzanares-Carrillo Gerardo ,   Hospital General de Atizapán "Dr Salvador Gonzalez Herrejon, Paladino-Barquera Gerardo Armando ,   Reproduccion Humana, S.C., Hernandez Vìctor Manuel Vargas ,   Women's health clinic, ANMM, AMC
Published: July 2023

Objective: It was to evaluate the diagnostic tools and treatments of low-income Covid19 pregnant patients managed in a general hospital of the metropolitan area of Mexico City; Methods. The study was a retrospective clinical trial performed by means of the revision of patient´s files. Diagnosis of covid-19 was made by means of different strategies. They were clinical symptomatology, rapid antigen test, RT-PCR, X ray evaluation and chest tomography. Were used statistical descriptive tests. Results: Mean age of patients was 24.9 ± 3.3 years. In 9.3% of the patients were detected comorbidities. The most common diagnostic tool was the rapid antigen test. Treatment was essentially symptomatic. The most frequent drug employed in the treatment was enoxaparin. Mortality rate 1.3%. Conclusion: In this trial, the registered common diagnostic and therapeutic strategies utilized in pregnant patients in a typical hospital of a developing country can be employed as a clinical experience for other health facilities of similar nations.
Full Oral Rehabilitation - Quad Zygoma with Extra-Sinusal Implants Placement Technique with Pterygoid Implants and Four Traditional Implants in The Lower Jaw with Immediate Loading: A Case Report
Authors:   Implantologist at VL Dental, Santena, Turin, Italy, Leoncavallo Ruggero
Published: July 2023

Today it is more and more frequent to find ourselves faced with severe atrophy of the upper jaw due to bone defects of various kinds, physiological, pathological and iatrogenic. With the help of extraoral bone anchorage it is possible to solve those cases that cannot be solved with traditional implantology. Zygomatic implantology can manage these types of atrophies by rehabilitating the patient with a fixed prosthesis and, where possible, with immediate loading. These solutions represent an alternative to bone grafts (graftless solutions) which provide for much longer healing times and with patient discomfort given the contraindication to immediate loading. The same goes for the lower arch which involves rehabilitation with a low number of implants, two of which tilted to avoid noble anatomical structures such as mental nerves in order to reach the posterior areas (premolar area) minimizing the prosthetic cantilever. I present a clinical case where through the use of zygomatic and pterygoid implants for the upper jaw and four lower implants it was possible to restore function and aesthetics by installing two screw-retained temporary fixed prostheses.