bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Pendidikan Kesehatan Reproduksi Terhadap Tingkat Pengetahuan Remaja Tentang Kesehatan Reproduksi Di MTs. Miftahul Falah Bekasi Tahun 2023
Authors: Siti Sumarni  , Dewita Rahmatul Amin
Published: February 2024

WHO data shows that one fifth of the world's population are teenagers aged 10-19 years, of which 900 million are in developing countries. Adolescence is a transition period from childhood to adulthood. Adolescents tend to become more focused on attracting the attention of the opposite sex in order to gain an understanding of aspects of sexuality. Lack of knowledge about reproductive health can cause various problems, one of which is the occurrence of unwanted pregnancies (KTD), abortion, early marriage and marriage, STIs or STDs and HIV/AIDS. The aim of this research is to determine the influence of reproductive health education on adolescent knowledge about reproductive health at MTs. Miftahul Falah Bekasi in 2023. The research method used is the Pre-experimental One Group With Pre-Post Test Design method. Sampling was taken using purposive sampling as many as 47 respondents. Data analysis used frequency distribution and Wilcoxon test. This research uses primary data from filling out questionnaires by respondents. The results of this study show a p value of 0.102 > 0.05. The conclusion is that Ha is rejected or Ho is accepted, meaning there is no significant influence on providing health education on increasing teenagers' knowledge about reproductive health at MTs. Miftahul Falah Bekasi in 2023. It is hoped that this research will become a reference for increasing teenagers' knowledge about reproductive health and can be used as a reference for increasing knowledge and intensive approaches for teachers and students. It is hoped that the results of this research can serve as policy guidelines for schools to provide comprehensive health education in schools that includes accurate and evidence-based information about reproductive health, including the risk of sexually transmitted diseases, contraceptive methods, and the importance of healthy relationships.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Berbasis Mobile Bermuatan Problem Based Learning Mata Pelajaran Informatika Pada Kelas X Fase E Di SMA N 1 Koto Balingka
Authors: Eti Safitri  , Hari Antoni Musril  , Sinta Marito
Published: February 2024

Researchers conducted research at SMA N 1 Koto Balingka which was motivated by the decline in the quality of student learning outcomes. This is due to the lack of learning media facilities in Informatics subjects, such as the lack of development of interesting and effective mobile-based interactive learning media with the Problem Based Learning model in class X phase E at SMA N 1 Koto Balingka, thus making students experience difficulties in understanding the material. lesson . This research aims to design and build Android-based interactive learning media with the theme Problem Based Learning in informatics subjects. This research is field research (field research) which is descriptive qualitative in nature. The key informants in this case are class X students and Informatics teachers at SMA N 1 Koto Balingka. To analyze the data, researchers grouped it based on existing problems.
Penanaman Nilai-Nilai Karakter Siswa Melalui Kacamata Pendidikan Agama Islam di Sekolah
Authors: Mhd. Fajar Siddik  , Solihin Solihin  , Muhammad Rifi Harahap  , Hasrian Rudi Setiawan
Published: February 2024

The issue of the character of students or the character of this nation is the most important issue for the world of education in the country. The emergence of character education in Indonesia is marked by the decline in the morale of students, in this case the government must participate to improve character education in Indonesia.. Although in essence improving the character of the nation's children is the main task of education. The cultivation of character values is placed in as the core curriculum in the teaching and learning process in schools through Islamic subjects. This article aims to describe the cultivation of character values through Islamic religious education in schools. This study uses qualitative research with a literature study approach by collecting data from several books, journals, and websites. The results showed that character education must be carried out based on the values of religious teachings. Character education should not conflict with religion. This study uses qualitative research with a literature study approach by collecting data from several books, journals, and websites. The results showed that character education must be carried out based on the values of religious teachings. Character education should not conflict with religion.
Analisis Kualitas Butir-Butir Soal Ulangan Harian Pendidikan Agama Islam Dengan Menggunakan Iteman
Authors: Nurlaila  , Kustati Martin , Amelia Rezki
Published: February 2024

This research aims to analyze the question items based on the level of difficulty of the questions, the differentiating power of the questions and the function of distractors on the test questions for students at SMA Negeri 1 Rao Utara Class X. This research uses a quantitative descriptive approach, while the samples were taken from classes IPS 1 and X IPS 2 as many as 200 students. The results obtained from the analysis of 40 items using ITEMAN by analyzing the level of difficulty of each item obtained 15 items that were categorized at the difficult level, 15 items that were categorized at the medium level, and 10 items that were categorized at the easy level. So for this reason, the difficulty level of the questions needs to be lowered or re-evaluated. Furthermore, by analyzing the differentiating power of the test items, results were obtained with 7 questions in the very good category, 17 in the good category, 9 in the fair category and 7 in the poor category. Next, analyzing the function of the distractor, there were three questions that had to be replaced because they did not deceive the students in answering them.
РОЛЬ ЗЕЛЕНОГО БАНКІНГУ В ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННІ ЦІЛЕЙ СТАЛОГО ЕКОНОМІЧНОГО РОЗВИТКУ
Authors: Луців Богдан , Дзюблюк Олександр , Чайковський Ярослав , Луців Павло , Чайковський Євген
Published: February 2024

Сталий розвиток економіки та гармонійний взаємозв’язок із навколишнім середовищем – це пріоритетні та життєво важливі орієнтири для світової економіки. У цьому контексті важливо визначитись із цілісним баченням в Україні ключових засад розвитку сталого фінансування, що неминуче призведе до адаптації банківської системи України щодо вдосконалення корпоративного управління банків з урахуванням ESG-факторів. Тож метою дослідження є питання аналізу трендів розвитку «зеленого» банкінгу в Україні з урахуванням сучасних реалій економічної глобалізації в післявоєнний період нашої країни.З урахуванням зазначеного в статті розглядаються процеси глобальної економіки, які відображають перехід до екологічності (E), соціальної відповідальності (S) і якісного корпоративного управління (G) та які означають трансформацію фінансового ринку у форматі «сталого фінансування». Установлено, що змінена парадигма глобальної економіки, фундаментом якої стали «Цілі сталого розвитку», кліматичний порядок денний і ESG-перехід сформували новий мегатренд фінансової індустрії – «сталі фінанси», або фінанси нової якості.Розглянуто екологічно відповідальну («зелену») банківську діяльність як формат сталого розвитку в контексті переходу у світі до моделі «зеленої» економіки. Досліджено національні ініціативи формування ринку «зелених» облігацій в Україні на основі залучення інвестицій для реалізації економічно важливих проєктів у сфері енергозбереження.Проаналізовано особливості становлення «зеленого» банкінгу та визначено перспективні напрями реалізації запровадження й розвитку ринку «зелених» облігацій в Україні на основі зміни трендів глобального фінансового ринку у сфері інвестування.У зазначеному дослідженні застосований системний аналітичний підхід до вивчення теоретичних засад «зеленого» банкінгу з використанням прийомів узагальнення. Проведений аналіз іноземних наукових публікацій показав, що підходи до оцінки «зеленого» банкінгу засвідчують певні світоглядні зрушення у сприйнятті банківського бізнесу з урахуванням «зелених» викликів, які неминуче будуть актуалізовуватись в Україні з урахуванням фінансових, економічних та екологічних наслідків воєнної агресії.
DEVELOPMENT OF FINANCIAL RISK HEDGING STRATEGIES
Authors: Prymostka Liudmyla , Krasnova Іryna , Okhrymenko Iryna , Shchehliuk Maksym , Prymostka Andrii
Published: February 2024

The purpose of the study is to develop the theory of hedging, generalize approaches to the formation of effective risk hedging strategies, and provide recommendations for the implementation of international banks' experience in Ukrainian practice. It is proved that in the process of choosing effective strategies, it is advisable to distinguish three types of financial risk hedging: a) operational hedging (balance sheet) to ensure operational flexibility; b) market hedging (external), which involves the use of derivatives as instruments to hedge profit volatility; c) contract hedging (contractual clauses, embedded derivatives. Based on the analysis of the reports of 250 banks, it was found that Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup are the market makers in the most developed US futures market. Horizontal analysis of the balance sheets of these banks showed that although the share of derivatives designated as hedging instruments is insignificant (less than 1%) relative to term contracts recognized as trading instruments, the hedging effect is significantly higher than the gains on the trading portfolio. It was found that in international practice, the dominant direction is the hedging of interest rate risk (the share of which varies between banks from 42.52% to 61.26%), in the structure of hedging instruments, interest rate swaps prevail. The share of currency derivatives varies from 18.67% to 41.45%. Interest rate risk is hedged by over-the-counter bilateral term contracts for active operations, currency risk hedging equally covers the risks of passive and active operations. The regression analysis revealed that private credit and trading assets have an inverse effect on regional hedging exposure, and debt instruments have a direct effect. The study provides a basis for assessing the potential of using innovative risk-hedging instruments by Ukrainian banks.
TRANSFORMATION OF THE BUDGET SYSTEM OF UKRAINE IN THE FACE OF EXTRAORDINARY CHALLENGES AND THREATS
Authors: Gasanov Sergii , Ivashchenko Oleksandr , Bartosh Serhii , Klymenko Kateryna , Ukhnal Nataliia
Published: February 2024

Full-scale hostilities have had a significant impact on the budget system due to increased spending on defense, reconstruction, and humanitarian assistance to vulnerable groups, which has affected the accumulation of budgetary resources. The article examines the impact of extraordinary challenges and threats on the national budget system, in particular, on the structure and volume of budget revenues and expenditures, the growth of the budget deficit and public debt, changes in regulation in the field of public finance, and the potential of financial capabilities of the regions. The purpose of the article is to make a scientific and practical assessment of the problematic aspects related to the transformation of the budget system, to outline the ways of attracting financial resources that can be used for the purpose of distribution and redistribution to perform the functions of the State, to identify the main areas of influence of emergency challenges and threats on the budget system of Ukraine and the priority areas and measures of budget policy in wartime.The authors conclude that the strategic and main directions of Ukraine's development need to be improved in the strategy of public finance management and financial and economic security as part of the implementation of the Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies by the IMF. At the same time, the relevant legislative changes to the state budget for 2023 that meet the needs of Ukraine are studied, and the implementation of the first preparatory stage for the development of the National Revenue Strategy is analyzed. The authors emphasize the positive impact of decentralization on local self-government and the financial sustainability of local budgets. It is proposed to empower communities through monitoring the implementation of local budgets. In the context of defense needs, the possibility of including defense expenditures during martial law in local budgets is considered.
RE-ENGINEERING OF BUSINESS PROCESSES OF MACHINE-BUILDING ENTERPRISES: INCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES
Authors: Alazzam Farouq Ahmad Faleh , Safronska Iryna , Rodchenko Svitlana , Kornieieva Tetiana , Zaiarniuk Oleksii , Kushnir Yuriy
Published: February 2024

The main purpose of the article is a theoretical and methodological substantiation of the choice of the optimal form of re-engineering for machine-building enterprises in modern conditions of a changing external environment. The object of the study is the business processes, commercial activities and financial potential of machine-building enterprises. The scientific task is to present a modern methodological approach to choosing the form of re-engineering that is better for a mechanical engineering company in the context of its current state. For this purpose, methods of financial analysis, matrix analysis and ranking were used. In addition, such auxiliary methods as graphical and abstract-logical were used. As a result of the research and calculations, a ranking of key indicators of the financial potential of machine-building enterprises was determined and carried out. An approach to determining the level of efficiency of business processes is presented. The author's vision of the matrix for choosing the optimal form of re-engineering is proposed. The practical value of the results obtained is revealed in the possibility of applying the proposed approach in the activities of machine-building enterprises in Ukraine. The study is limited by taking into account the specifics of the activities of machine-building enterprises exclusively when selecting indicators and ranking them. Prospects for further research are considered through the prism of applying the developed methodological approach to other industrial enterprises in Ukraine.
FINANCIAL SECURITY OF ENTERPRISES AS A BASIS FOR FORMING THE COUNTRY'S INVESTMENT ATTRACTIVENESS
Authors: Dokiienko Larysa , Hrynyuk Nataliya , Babiak Nataliia , Chepka Viktoriia
Published: February 2024

he main purpose of the article is to research the financial security of enterprises as a basis for the formation of investment attractiveness at the micro and macro levels. The main indicators of the enterprises' financial security are studied as a basic prerequisite for ensuring investment attractiveness and competitiveness of both enterprises and the country as a whole. The trends of the main markers of the economic climate were analyzed and their impact on the main indicators of the Ukrainian enterprises activity was assessed. The dynamics of the main financial ratios of the activity financing structure of Ukrainian enterprises by types of economic activity were studied, taking into account their role in ensuring financial security. An indicative scale for the analysis of the structure of activity financing has been substantiated and a model for assessing the enterprises' financial security level has been developed. A zoning matrix of enterprises' investment attractiveness was developed, taking into account the relationship between financial security levels and profitability. As a result of the approbation of the developed methodological toolkit, the financial security level of Ukrainian enterprises by types of economic activity and the justified zoning of their investment attractiveness in the conditions of expected changes in the economic climate in Ukraine were determined.
ОЦІНЮВАННЯ БЮДЖЕТНОЇ ЕФЕКТИВНОСТІ ЗАГАЛЬНОЇ СЕРЕДНЬОЇ ОСВІТИ В УКРАЇНІ
Authors: Лондар Сергій , Бахрушин Володимир , Гапон Валентина , Лондар Лідія , Пронь Наталія , Дмитрієва Марина
Published: February 2024

Українська система освіти продемонструвала свою стійкість, продовжуючи функціонувати навіть у несприятливих умовах війни. Урядом здійснено широкий спектр заходів щодо внесення змін до законодавства та нормативно-правових актів, завдяки цьому заклади освіти, педагоги та учні змогли адаптуватися до умов воєнного стану. Запроваджено нові інструменти для управління, навчання, бюджетного фінансування. Останні завдяки своїй універсальності впливають на всі аспекти освітнього процесу. Метою дослідження є розвиток нових підходів до оцінювання ефективності бюджетних видатків на загальну середню освіту й на державному, і на регіональному рівнях, зокрема вивчення можливостей використання для такого оцінювання адаптованого методу Data envelopment analysis (DEA). Кількісне оцінювання ефективності бюджетних видатків на освіту методом DEA проведене для передвоєнного періоду (2020-2021 роки), для воєнного періоду (2022 рік) використано статистичні методи дослідження, оскільки під впливом воєнного стану суттєво змінилась інформаційна база. При оцінюванні ефективності бюджетних видатків як вхідні показники затратності використано дані про дві складові фінансування заробітної плати вчителів у закладах загальної середньої освіти: за кошти освітньої субвенції (трансферт з державного бюджету до місцевих бюджетів для фінансування заробітної плати педагогічних працівників) та за кошти місцевих бюджетів, виділених ними на освітнє фінансування. За показники корисності освітнього процесу в розрізі регіонів взято результати тестування випускників шкіл у рамках національного зовнішнього незалежного оцінювання у 2020-2021 роках – з української мови та літератури, історії України, математики й англійської мови. Створено «теплову матрицю» індикаторів ефективності бюджетного фінансування в розрізі регіонів, яка є ризикоорієнтованим управлінським інструментом, що сприяє виявленню освітніх проблем та дає змогу регіональним управлінцям формувати більш ефективну освітню політику. Загалом підтверджено дієвість адаптованого методу DEA для оцінювання ефективності бюджетного фінансування сфери загальної середньої освіти. Особливості використання методу для періоду воєнного стану буде глибше досліджено в наступних роботах.
Panorama del marketing en salud en el Reino Unido: Un análisis de la literatura
Authors: Andrade-Díaz Karla V , Caipe Ana María , Arias-Rios Jhonatan Andres
Published: February 2024

El siguiente artículo presenta una revisión sistemática de la literatura sobre uno de los conceptos más relevantes en el ámbito de la planificación estratégica, el marketing y su aplicación en las empresas del sector salud, abarcando la producción científica desde 2018 hasta 2023. El objetivo fue identificar y caracterizar la literatura, destacando los tipos de marketing más utilizados, las poblaciones estudiadas y los temas abordados. Se siguió el protocolo para revisiones sistemáticas descrito en (García-Peñalvo, 2022), utilizando palabras clave alineadas con los descriptores médicos (DECS/MeSH). Se empleó la herramienta PRISMA y, una vez recopilada la información, se realizó el análisis de contenido con la herramienta ATLAS.ti 23 para la categorización, codificación y creación de categorías según (Strauss, 2002). Este estudio concluyó que uno de los tipos de marketing más utilizados es el marketing social, seguido por el marketing digital. Asimismo, se observó que la población estudiada se centra en segmentos de estudiantes y jóvenes, y los principales temas abordados fueron la salud mental y la obesidad infantil. Según algunos autores de estudios similares, se encontraron similitudes en los hallazgos de esta investigación.
Compreensão dos professores sobre os jogos esportivos coletivos: estudo de caso
Authors: Da Silva Siomara Aparecida , Ferreira Hélen Cristina Cunha , Caríssimo João Marcelo Niquini
Published: February 2024

O objetivo do artigo foi analisar a compreensão de professores de educação física acerca da capacidade de jogo nos jogos esportivos coletivos (JEC). Participaram da pesquisa três professores da rede pública de ensino com licenciatura plena em Educação Física. A pesquisa foi realizada em 3 etapas: inicialmente, foram realizadas entrevistas semiestruturadas e análise de vídeo de um jogo de Basquetebol. Na etapa 2, foram realizados encontros e discussões, com temas dentro das premissas tático-técnicas da capacidade de jogo, construindo o conhecimento em um processo coletivo. Na etapa 3, foi realizada a análise do mesmo recorte de vídeo da etapa 1 para verificar a comparação entre as etapas. Nos resultados foi percebido na etapa 1 que os professores tinham um enfoque maior na dimensão técnica, entretanto, ao final da última etapa foi observado uma ampliação do olhar na identificação de situações tático-técnicas nos vídeos apresentados, em maioria, relacionadas à dimensão tática da capacidade de jogo. A partir dos resultados encontrados, acredita-se que é possível acontecer uma mudança na visão de jogo dos professores sobre as ações dos alunos a curto prazo. Essa alteração proporciona conhecimentos do jogo para além da técnica e das capacidades táticas básicas.
CELLULAR AND FINE-GRAINED CONCRETE BASED ON SILICA WITH DISPERSED REINFORCEMENT
Authors:   Angarsk State Technical University, Angarsk, Russia, Baranova A.A.
Published: February 2024

The results of studies of the physical and mechanical properties of heat-efficient foam concrete, as well as fine-grained concrete, are summarized. The materials are made on the basis of silica microfibre. The percentage of fibers varies within the prescribed limits, and they must be prepared from different materials. The determination of physical and mechanical properties corresponds to GOST 180-2012. Thus, it was found that the optimal content of basalt and steel fiber fibers in foam concrete samples is about – 2%, polypropylene – 3%. The compressive strength of foam concrete samples increases by 2.4-3.6 times, and the bending strength by 2.0–4.2 times, depending on the type of fiber. Sufficiently high physical and mechanical properties were obtained from fine-grained concrete based on basalt and polypropylene fibrous fibers.
RESEARCH OF MATERIALS AND DESIGN OF ORTHOPEDIC INSOLE
Authors:   M.Kh.Dulaty Taraz Regional University, Taraz, Kazakhstan, Abzalbekuly B. , Baidildayeva A.K. ,   M.Kh.Dulaty Taraz Regional University, Taraz, Kazakhstan, Munasipov S.E. ,   M.Kh.Dulaty Taraz Regional University, Taraz, Kazakhstan
Published: February 2024

The article is done to study the influence of orthopedic products based on composite materials on the comfort of shoes for diabetic patients. The purpose of the work is to identify certain preventive and therapeutic effects of orthopedic products for people with diabetes. The study focuses on various composite materials, predominantly silicone-based, the feet of diabetic patients, and the design of orthopedic products. To develop specialized insoles were utilized data derived from anthropometric investigations conducted on the feet of diabetic patients. Statistical parameters characterizing the feet were meticulously determined and subsequently employed in the design of insoles tailored for diabetic footwear. A comprehensive methodology was employed in the development of these specialized insoles, integrating a mathematical model and a computer program to simulate the insole, alongside an image analysis program that facilitated the extraction of anthropometric data. The resulting design of the insole for comfortable diabetic shoes encompasses three distinct layers: an upper layer, a lower layer, and an intermediate layer. The use of orthopedic insoles made of silicone composites allowed to reduce the pressure on the painful areas of the foot. The outcome of this study is the development of orthopedic products that not only contribute to the treatment and rehabilitation of diabetic patients but also enhance their overall quality of life. Furthermore, this research underscores the potential to elevate the level of social security for these individuals. As such, the significance of this study lies in its ability to address a pressing healthcare issue, ultimately improving the well-being of diabetic patients.
Refractory materials for construction based on quartzite
Authors:   Research Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Academy of Sciences, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Kadyrova Z.R.
Published: February 2024

Information about the presence and characteristics of existing deposits of high silica and refractory clay raw materials of the Republic of Uzbekistan is given. It is shown that the main raw materials for the production of silica refractories are veined quartz, quartzites, quartz sands containing not less than 92 wt.% 8i02, and also for packing masses kaolin clays are used, which are promising raw materials. It is established that the studied quartzite rocks are of great interest and are a promising raw material base for the refractory industry of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
PRINCIPLES OF PRESSURE REHABILITATION OF STANDARD SHAFTS
Authors:   M.Kh. DulatyTaraz Regional University, Taraz, Kazakhstan, Ibyldaev M.H.
Published: February 2024

The reliability and performance indicators of the known methods currently used in the country's repair industry for the restoration of stepped shafts cannot compete with the indicators of new parts. The most progressive method of restoring step shafts is the method of hot volume stamping. The technical characteristics of pressure-remanufactured parts indicate that their quality is not inferior to serial parts.
DESAFIOS PARA A EDUCAÇÃO BÁSICA DO CAMPO TOCANTINENSE: UMA ANÁLISE À LUZ DO CENSO ESCOLAR
Authors: Dos Santos Thiago Ferreira , Vizolli Idemar , De Almeida Rejane Cleide Medeiros
Published: February 2024

Na Constituição Federal de 1988, a educação é um direito de todos e dever do Estado e da família. Tendo sido essa afirmação uma das mais registradas em estudos, documentos e discursos políticos. Porém, na visão de diversos autores, a legislação atual em grande parte apresenta uma concepção de que o meio rural é um lugar de atraso, sendo o homem que vive do e no campo visto com olhares preconceituosos. O presente estudo tem como objetivo discutir a Educação Básica do Campo tocantinense e as suas dificuldades à luz dos dados constantes no Censo Escolar, para tanto, fez-se uso das informações do último levantamento, a saber, ano de 2022. Como procedimentos para coleta e análise de dados, valeu-se das pesquisas documental e bibliográfica. Trata-se de um estudo de abordagem qualitativa. Dentre os autores utilizados para o embasamento teórico estão: Arroyo (2012), Caldart (2002), Arroyo; Caldart; Molina (2004), Ghedin (2012), Vizolli e Sá (2020), dentre outros. Os resultados obtidos apontaram que: para o alcance de uma educação de qualidade para aqueles que vivem do e no campo do Estado do Tocantins, são necessárias ações voltadas para a formação e qualificação de docentes, melhoria na infraestrutura e aumento dos aparatos tecnológicos das unidades escolares, melhoria da carreira e dos salários, adequação das disciplinas ofertadas com a formação dos professores, criação de políticas públicas relacionadas e que, o campo passe a ser visto como local de produção de saber e de vida.
Caffeine attenuates spermatogenic disorders in mice with induced chronic scrotal hyperthermia
Authors: Raoofi Amir , Gholami Omid , Mokhtari Hossein , Bagheri Fatemeh , Rustamzadeh Auob , Nasiry Davood , Ghaemi Alireza
Published: February 2024

Objective: Chronic scrotal hyperthermia (SHT) can lead to serious disorders of the male reproductive system, with oxidative stress playing a key role in the onset of these dysfunctions. Thus, we evaluated the impact of caffeine, a potent antioxidant, on cellular and tissue disorders in mice with chronic SHT.Methods: In this experimental study, 56 adult male NMRI mice were allocated into seven equal groups. Apart from the non-treated control group, all were exposed to heat stress. Two groups, termed “preventive” and “curative,” were orally administered caffeine. The preventive mice began receiving caffeine immediately prior to heat exposure, while for the curative group, a caffeine regimen was initiated 15 consecutive days following cessation of heat exposure. Each treated group was subdivided based on pairing with a positive control (Pre/curative [Cur]+PC) or a vehicle (Pre/Cur+vehicle). Upon conclusion of the study, we assessed sperm characteristics, testosterone levels, stereological parameters, apoptosis, antioxidant and oxidant levels, and molecular markers.Results: Sperm parameters, testosterone levels, stereological parameters, biochemical factors (excluding malondialdehyde [MDA]), and c-kit gene expression were significantly elevated in the preventive and curative groups, especially the former, relative to the other groups. Conversely, expression levels of the heat shock protein 72 (HSP72) and nuclear factor kappa beta (NF-κβ) genes, MDA levels, and apoptotic cell density were markedly lower in both caffeine-treated groups relative to the other groups, with more pronounced differences observed in the preventive group. Conclusion: Overall, caffeine attenuated cellular and molecular abnormalities induced by heat stress in the testis, particularly in the mice treated under the preventive condition.
Aktivitas Teman Cerita Dan Mading Sebagai Sarana Ekspresi Emosi Dan Kreativitas Pada Pasien Skizofrenia RSKD Dadi Provinsi Sulsel
Authors: Novi Yanti Pratiwi  , Andi Nur Wulandari  , Firdhana Atshila Ibrahim  , Nurul Fikria  , Qhanita ghanaya Has  , Yenilia Rezky Pramudyanti
Published: February 2024

People with mental health problems often receive a bad stigma in the eyes of people. People with mental disorders (ODGJ) are often ostracized and exiled from their surroundings because they are often considered to be disruptive. The first form of psychological aid for mental health disorders is to look, listen and relate. This activity carries out storytelling and madding activities as a means of expressing feelings and creativity. The aim of this activity is as a form of first psychological aid by providing space for patients at RSKD Dadi, South Sulawesi Province to talk about their feelings or activities, so that patients continue to receive social support. This activity was carried out in 3 sessions. Each session takes 1 hour per session. There are 4 participants in this activity with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. This activity will be carried out on November 8, 2023, November 9, 2023, and November 10, 2023. This activity also uses media to channel patient creativity. The results of the "Story Friend" program were patients who initially had difficulty telling stories and closed themselves off. After the "Story Friend" program, the patient began to tell how he was, what he felt and the things he liked. Patients appear to be starting to open up and are actively involved in creatively preparing wall materials.
Analisis Psikologis Tokoh Sarah dalam Cerpen Menu Musim Semi Karya O. Henry
Authors: Alwie Bintang Pastika , Ciptaningrum Talita Dian , Kurniawan Eva Dwi
Published: February 2024

This research aims to examine the personality of the character Sarah in the short story Menu Musim Spring by O. Henry from the perspective of Literary Psychology. The research used is qualitative research. The researcher tries to analyze the personality of the character Sarah in the short story Menu Musim Spring. The method used uses a literary psychology approach with Sigmund Freud's theory. The description of this character is Sarah, a girl who experiences feelings of sadness and despair amidst her boring job as a typist. Despite his flat life, he finds solace in spring with a farmer named Walter Franklin. However, at one point her feelings were shattered when a letter from Walter did not reach her hands. She was enveloped in feelings of loss and disappointment, making her mood change until one day she met Walter unexpectedly. Warter met Sarah by coming to her house and showing that their love was still strong.
التحول الرقمي والإدارة المستدامة في الجامعات العراقية
Authors: نعمة Nagham
Published: February 2024

أدركت الجامعات حول العالم بتحديات التحول الرقمي في ظل التطور التكنولوجي المتسارع والذي أصبح جزءاً لا يتجزأ من المنظومة التعليمية لكافة البرامج الأكاديمية وذلك للعديد من المزايا لصالح أطراف العملية التعليمية وانتهاء صلاحية الطرق والأساليب والأدوات التقليدية والمعروفة للجميع، مما دفعها إلى عقد اتفاقيات مع الشركات العالمية المتخصصة بالتكنولوجيا والبرمجيات والتقنيات والأدوات لتجهيز بُنيتها التحتية للعملية التعليمية لكافة البرامج الأكاديمية ومن مختلف الاختصاصات لبناء معارف ومهارات الطلبة وتهيئتهم لسوق العمل في ظل التحول الرقمي والمفروض على جميع القطاعات.
أن التحول الرقمي لم يعد خيارًا ، بل أصبح ضرورة لجميع المؤسسات التي تسعى إلى الارتقاء في كفاءة عملها، وضمان استمراريتها. إذ أن النمو المتسارع للتكنولوجيا الرقمية، والتطور في الأجهزة والأنظمة الذكية، وزيادة القدرة على معالجة البيانات والذكاء الاصطناعي، أسهمت في إحداث تغيرات ثورية، ما يتطلب من الجميع التعامل مع المجتمع الرقمي ودعمه وتطوره من خلال الاستثمار بالموارد البشرية والكفاءات التي تمتلك المهارات الرقمية والقدرات والشغف والطموح والحوار، مع التركيز على النظرة الشمولية في أساليب التعليم والتركيز على ما هو مطلوب في المستقبل.
وكما ذكرت آنفا ، إن التحول الرقمي أصبح ضرورة ملحة تسعى المؤسسات التعليمية إلى ترسيخه وتكريسه، ولم تعد تقنيات التعليم والمنصات الرقمية فكرة، بل ممارسة وضرورة للعملية التعليمية والتعلمية، وعلى الجامعات الاستفادة من التقنيات الرقمية بما يُحسّن ويجُوِّد من العمليات والممارسات التعليمية، بما يعزز تجارب المتعلم والأستاذ، ويدعم إنشاء نماذج تعليمية فعالة ذات أثر دائم، ذلك أن التحول الرقمي في الجامعات يساعدها لتعمل بشكل أكثر فعالية، ولتبقى قادرة على المنافسة في التصنيفات والاعتمادات العالمية، ولتنجح في إعداد المتعلم لبيئات العمل الرقمي.
في هذا السياق، تعد الرقمنة ضرورة في مؤسسات التعليم العالي، وحيث يمكنها جذب المزيد من الطلاب الأفضل، وتحسين تجربة الدورات والمواد التعليمية وعملية التدريب بشكل عام. كما تسمح بالمراقبة والمتابعة من أجل الكشف عن عقبات ومعيقات التدريب وتقليل خطر التسرب من مقاعد الدراسة. ومع ذلك، فإن التردد في فهم واستغلال الفرص للتحرك نحو هذه البيئة الرقمية لا يزال قائماً. كما ومن الضرورة أن يتم التحول الرقمي وفقًا لمسلمات التواصل، لتوحيد التزامها بتلبية توقعات مختلف المجموعات ذات الاهتمامات بالأبعاد الاقتصادية والاجتماعية والبيئية.
An Integrated Model of Psychological Entitlement and Behavioral Outcomes Within Service Sector in Beijing, China
Authors: Yafei Ji
Published: February 2024

This study aims to investigate the integrated model of psychological entitlement and behavioral outcomes within the service sector in Beijing, China. Grounded in established theories of organizational psychology, such as Social Exchange Theory and the Theory of Planned Behavior, our research seeks to understand the nuanced dynamics shaping employee behaviors in the culturally distinctive context of Beijing's service industry. Building upon prior studies that have explored psychological entitlement and behavioral outcomes separately, this research proposes an integrated model that examines how individual entitlement perceptions influence observable behaviors within the unique cultural and organizational milieu of Beijing. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining surveys and interviews to gather both quantitative and qualitative data from employees within the service sector in Beijing. Surveys will assess psychological entitlement levels and perceived behavioral outcomes, while interviews will provide deeper insights into the underlying motivations and contextual factors influencing the observed relationships. Additionally, the research will consider cultural dimensions, including Confucian values and collectivism, to explore potential moderating effects on the relationship between psychological entitlement and behavioral outcomes. The anticipated findings of this study aim to contribute to the theoretical understanding of how psychological entitlement shapes employee behaviors within the service sector in Beijing. Practical implications will be discussed, providing organizational leaders with insights to tailor management strategies for optimizing employee performance and enhancing overall service quality in this unique cultural and economic setting. The integrated model proposed in this study seeks to bridge the gap in existing literature, offering a more comprehensive understanding of the interplay between psychological entitlement and behavioral outcomes within the dynamic service sector of Beijing, China.
Risk Perception of Mental Health Disorders Among Disabled Students and Their Quality of Life: The Role of University Disability Service Support
Authors: Moustafa Mohamed A. , Elshaer Ibrahim A. , Aliedan Meqbel M. , Zayed Mohamed A. , Elrayah Musaddag
Published: February 2024

This research explores the risk perception of mental health disorders among disabled students and its implications on their quality of life (QOL), with a specific focus on the influence of support provided by university disability services. Students with disabilities often face unique challenges in their academic and personal lives, which can significantly impact their mental health and overall well-being. To evaluate the proposed research model, we employed a quantitative methodology, utilizing a cross-sectional data collection approach and applying the partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) data analysis technique using SmartPLS software version 4. We collected primary data from a sample of 640 disabled students enrolled in multiple universities across Saudi Arabia. The research unveiled adverse associations between depression, anxiety, stress (as indicators of risk perception of mental health disorders), and QOL. Moreover, it was revealed that university disability support services (UDSS) had a positive impact on QOL. Importantly, the study emphasized that UDSS effectively mitigated and alleviated the adverse effects of depression, anxiety, and stress on the QOL of students with disabilities. The findings may offer insights for universities, policymakers, and disability service providers to enhance support structures, thereby improving the overall well-being of disabled students and reducing the risk of mental health disorders.
Not Too Old for That
Authors: Larson Vicki
Published: February 2024

Helps women break through the tired and hurtful stereotypes of aging to better reflect who they are, how they live, and what they want as they age.

Who hasn’t heard the stereotypes about women of a "certain age?” That’s the age when women become invisible, irrelevant, undesirable, asexual, unhinged, dried-up, hormonal messes. It’s when women quickly slide into fragility and become forgetful, passive, weak, feeble, debilitated, disabled, dependent, and depressed. Or so the story goes. Not only are those outdated narratives sexist and ageist, they are also damaging to women’s physical, emotional, financial, romantic, and sexual health. It’s time to change them.

In Not Too Old for That, Vicki Larson helps change the narrative about being a woman at midlife and older. She questions what we’ve been told aging would be like and encourages us to instead ask ourselves, what do we want it to be like, and how can we get there? The key is to be curious, open-minded, and intentional about the ways we are becoming our future selves.We have an opportunity to create new narratives of aging as a woman, ones that value women at all stages of life, not just youth, and it starts with us. Once the stereotypes that have held women back are broken down, women can move past them and rather than feel helpless as the years add up, they can discover and tap into just how much agency they have. Not only will this book help to create a less-ageist, less-sexist, more-inclusive future, it will release our daughters and all young women from a similar future.
Historical Dictionary of Asian American Literature and Theater
Authors: Xu Wenying
Published: February 2024

A Library Journal Best Reference Book of 2022

This book represents the culmination of over 150 years of literary achievement by the most diverse ethnic group in the United States. Diverse because this group of ethnic Americans includes those whose ancestral roots branch out to East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Western Asia. Even within each of these regions, there exist vast differences in languages, cultures, religions, political systems, and colonial histories. From the earliest publication in 1887 to the latest in 2021, this dictionary celebrates the incredibly rich body of fiction, poetry, memoirs, plays, and children’s literature.

Historical Dictionary of Asian American Literature and Theater, Second Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 700 cross-referenced entries on genres, major terms, and authors. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about this topic.
Problem-Solving Technologies
Authors: Soltanzadeh Sadjad
Published: February 2024

In our everyday activities we use material objects in different shapes and forms to solve various practical problems. We may use a knife to tighten a screw, turn an old washing machine drum into a fireplace, use the edge of a kitchen countertop to open a bottle, or place a hammer on the puncture patch glued to a bike’s inner tube to exert pressure on the patch until the glue dries. How should we identify these objects? What functions do they have?

If we want to understand the role which material objects play in our everyday activities, we need to move away from universal identifications of objects. This is because universal identifications are not sensitive to contextual differences and cannot describe how each individual user connects to their surrounding objects in an infinite variety of contexts. Problem-Solving Technologies provides a user-friendly understanding of technological objects. This book develops a framework to characterise and categorize technological objects at the level of users’ subjective experiences.
Major League Rebels
Authors: Elias Robert , Dreier Peter
Published: February 2024

A captivating history of the baseball reformers and revolutionaries who challenged their sport and society—and in turn helped change America.

Athletes have often used their platform to respond to and protest injustices, from Muhammad Ali and Colin Kaepernick to Billie Jean King and Megan Rapinoe. Compared to their counterparts, baseball players have often been more cautious about speaking out on controversial issues; but throughout the sport’s history, there have been many players who were willing to stand up and fight for what was right.

In Major League Rebels: Baseball Battles over Workers' Rights and American Empire, Robert Elias and Peter Dreier reveal a little-known yet important history of rebellion among professional ballplayers. These reformers took inspiration from the country’s dissenters and progressive movements, speaking and acting against abuses within their profession and their country. Elias and Dreier profile the courageous players who demanded better working conditions, battled against corporate power, and challenged America’s unjust wars, imperialism, and foreign policies, resisting the brash patriotism that many link with the “national pastime.”

American history can be seen as an ongoing battle over wealth and income inequality, corporate power versus workers’ rights, what it means to be a “patriotic” American, and the role of the United States outside its borders. For over 100 years, baseball activists have challenged the status quo, contributing to the kind of dissent that creates a more humane society. Major League Rebels tells their inspiring stories.
Inclusive Sponsorship
Authors: Tynan Jhaymee
Published: February 2024

Shows how sponsorship of women of color at work can be transformational, both personally and for organizations looking to increase diversity and representation.

After 17 years in business, Jhaymee Tynan decided it was time to take action and focus her efforts to lift up the next generation of leadership. Inclusive Sponsorship is one of several first steps to provide women of color with powerful stories about women who look just like them and the allies that have been instrumental in sponsoring their careers. This book takes a deep dive into the essence of career sponsorship and how sponsorship has directly moved the needle to increase diversity in senior and C-suite leadership. Inspiring professionals who are looking to better comprehend sponsorship and how to leverage sponsorship to achieve career aspirations, Inclusive Sponsorship is also a battle cry to organizations to implement system resource groups (SRGs), mentoring programs, and initiatives stating that diversity and inclusion is a corporate value. This is a wake-up call for corporations to embrace sponsorship as part of its culture and hold executives accountable for moving women of color into leadership roles.

Tynan explores her personal journey to the executive ranks by sharing an emotional account of navigating the challenges of climbing the corporate ladder. Most importantly, she credits sponsorship as the key to giving her the access and visibility within her organization to get promoted and to live out her career goals. This experience, coupled with her interest and passion to advocate for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) women, were the impetus for launching a global career initiative to sponsor 100 women of color by 2030. For any person or organization looking for ways to elevate BIPOC women into leadership roles, this book offers a guide to success.
What's Your Zip Code Story?
Authors: Gross CJ
Published: February 2024

Shedding light on class division, this book offers solutions to class bias in the workplace by analyzing real experiences, social norms, education, wealth, and more.

The renewed focus on class, race and equality in the workplace and beyond is making an indelible mark on society. This clarion call for change is sweeping inequality from every corner of the nation, including law enforcement, schools, and businesses. And within the past five years, diversity and inclusion, as well as unconscious bias, have been the main drivers of organizational training, politics, and community engagement.

What’s Your Zip Code Story helps clarify the intersection of class bias and racial disparity in the workplace and arms organizations with the knowledge to not only have productive discussions, but also adopt effective solutions. Gross instructs class-migrants—whether college students, recent graduates, or overlooked employees—on how to climb the career lattice and transform themselves from undervalued employees to respected leaders. The book tackles challenges that class-migrants encounter when navigating the workplace and provides operative practices that can be utilized to hone new professional skills and drive positive change in workplace culture. It is a powerful tool that will inspire marginalized employees who are hungry for personal and professional growth, as well as give insight to business leaders seeking a new way to engage their teams. Through the lived experiences of the author and research-based strategies, readers will find insights on how to increase workplace engagement and business performance.