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The Impact of Maternal Parenting Styles on Adolescent Depression: The Mediating Role of Cyberbullying
Authors: Tao Yanlin
Published: September 2024

Globally, the number of individuals with depression reaches a staggering 340 million, with a growth rate of 18.4% in the last decade. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of individuals with severe depression increased by 28%, and there was a surge of 53 million new depression cases worldwide, with 30% of these being adolescents under the age of 18, indicating a trend towards a younger age of depression onset. A report released by the Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, showed that in 2020, the prevalence of depression among Chinese adolescents was 24.6%, with severe depression at 7.4%. The main factors influencing adolescent depression include interpersonal relationships, family relationships, and academic pressure. Parental parenting styles have a significant impact on children’s mental health, with overly strict demands potentially leading to adolescent depression. With the widespread use of the internet, adolescents have become the primary users, but they also face the threat of cyberbullying. Cyberbullying can easily trigger emotional issues such as depression and anxiety in adolescents, and even lead to self-harm and suicide. Therefore, studying the relationship between cyberbullying and depression is of great significance for promoting the physical and mental health development of adolescents.
THE LIFE OF THE ARMENIAN CIVILIZATION IN SPACE AND TIME
Authors: Nersisyan A.
Published: September 2024

The content of the research problem proposed in the article relates to the future life process of the Armenian civilization, which was discussed both on the basis of spatial unity and on the basis of the temporal integrity of the past, present and future. The latter, as new scientific paradigms, on the basis of interconnectedness with each other, complete the scientific novelty put forward in the work.

The urgency of setting such a research task is dictated by the need to clearly define the place and role of the Armenian civilization in the emerging New World Order. In accordance with the purpose of the work, a number of interrelated research tasks were set and solved. In particular, the perspective stages of spatial integrity in the future life of the Armenian civilization were considered in depth, which were discussed in the logic of the transformation of statehood. That is, the growing process of the National state – National State – Nation-State. And temporary vital integrity was discussed in the past -the role, in the present-purposefulness, in the future-a mission based on full rights.

To solve research problems, we used scientific methods of analysis, synthesis, compilation and repeated survey, comparative geographical, theoretical generalization.

The theoretical conclusions and recommendations obtained as a result of the study can be useful and applied in practice in various areas of public policy, the key of which is the educational sphere of social information exchange.
Image Discrepancies: Motivators for Sustainable Practices in the Hairdressing Industry
Authors:   University of Southampton, Highfield Campus, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom, Baden Denise A. , Horton Kate E. ,   Federal University of Pernambuco, Avenida dos Funcionarios, s/n, Recife/PE, 50740580, Brazil,   Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, the Netherlands, Peel Jordan D. ,   Manchester Metropolitan Business School, Manchester Metropolitan University, All Saints Campus, Manchester, M15 6BH, United Kingdom
Published: September 2024

This study explores image discrepancies as motivators for sustainable practice adoption in the hairdressing industry. Textual responses from open-ended surveys (n = 166) and semi-structured interviews (n = 14) of UK hairdressers revealed discrepancies between their perceptions of the occupation’s current image and desired image and between how they viewed their occupation and how it was seen by their clients. These arose from the perception that hairdressing was undervalued and partially stigmatized and currently failed to live up to sustainable, professional ideals. Our analysis showed that by engaging with sustainability concerns hairdressers could present themselves as experts helping to address societal issues through haircare, thus claiming a more prestigious occupational status/image. In doing so, we shed light on image discrepancies as motivating factors towards sustainable practice. This study also has practical implications for how to motivate ethical and sustainable practices in small and medium-sized enterprises, with implications for individuals, businesses, and broader society.
Study on the Relationship between Digital After-sales Service of Charging Pile and Purchasing Intention of Major Customers Based on the TAM Model---A Case Study of GK Corporation
Authors: Wang Jianhua
Published: September 2024

This research paper selects Hangzhou Guokong Electric Power Technology (GK) Company as a case study to delve into the intricate relationship between digital post-sale services for charging piles and the purchasing intentions of major customers within the framework of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The core objective of the study is to decipher the role of digital after-sale services in enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty, and how these factors collectively impact the purchasing decisions of major clients. To achieve this, the paper employs a combination of literature research, questionnaire surveys, and data analysis to thoroughly analyze key factors affecting the purchasing intentions of major clients, such as perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, service quality, and client satisfaction. Rigorous research findings indicate that the ease of use and usefulness of digital after-sale services significantly positively affect the purchasing intentions of major clients. Service quality plays an undeniable role in influencing perceived usefulness and ease of use. More importantly, client satisfaction acts as a crucial mediator between the perceived usefulness/ease of use of digital after-sale services and the purchasing intentions of major clients.
Íleo Biliar pós-colecistectomia: relato de caso
Authors: Lemos Lorena Cavalcante de , Freire Davidson Anthony Aragão , Liberato Neto Cid Gerardo Paracampos , Moreira Dielly Chaves , Marangoni Anik Moraes , Freire Isabela Franco
Published: September 2024

O íleo biliar, complicação incomum associada à colelitíase e ainda colecistite crônica, afeta predominantemente mulheres e idosos acima de 60 anos. Sua incidência é baixa, representando 0,5% das complicações biliares e obstruções intestinais, sendo rara sua ocorrência em pacientes colecistectomizados, havendo apenas 49 relatos de casos validados e publicados no período de 1939 a 2019 no mundo conforme revisão de database incluindo PubMed e MEDLINE. Esse artigo relata o caso de uma paciente jovem, de 48 anos, com quadro de obstrução intestinal por íleo biliar e história prévia de colecistectomia.
Evento de conscientização sobre cirurgia bariátrica para pacientes: um relato de experiência em grande centro de cirurgia digestiva
Authors: Freire Isabela Franco , Bisio Natan Rolim de Assunção , Tavares Marcos Túlio Monteiro , Saraiva João Luiz Bezerra de Menezes , Nóbrega Antônio Gláucio de Sousa , Lopes Paulo Marcos
Published: September 2024

A obesidade, um problema de saúde global, é caracterizada pelo excesso de gordura corporal, com influência etiológica multifatorial. Com estágios progressivos, pode levar a várias comorbidades, exigindo intervenções multidisciplinares, incluindo mudanças no estilo de vida, tratamentos medicamentosos e cirurgia bariátrica em casos graves. Doenças de grande prevalência na população geral têm forte associação com a obesidade, comorbidades que a cirurgia bariátrica busca remitir após sua realização. Podemos destacar algumas comorbidades de maior incidência, como a Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 (DM2), doenças cardiovasculares, dislipidemia e esteatose hepática. A abordagem multidisciplinar pré-operatória é fundamental para reduzir riscos cirúrgicos e melhorar os resultados. Um grande centro de cirurgia digestiva, visou a realização de um programa destinado a pacientes com desejo de serem submetidos a uma cirurgia bariátrica. O programa, conduzido por equipe multiprofissional, forneceu orientações abrangentes sobre obesidade, tratamento e critérios de inclusão. Realizada triagem baseada no IMC e comorbidades direcionou pacientes para avaliação e intervenções, destacando a abordagem multidisciplinar. Dada a forte associação de comorbidades na população obesa, a cirurgia bariátrica entra como uma opção de tratamento que visa não só a redução de peso sustentada, mas também a resolução de comorbidades a longo prazo.
Væren og organisationernes fremtid
Authors: Just Bak Vogelius Benjamin
Published: September 2024

Organisationer står over for alvorlige udfordringer i det 21. århundrede, hvilket kræver en dybere forståelse af forholdet mellem mennesker og organisationer. Med udgangspunkt i Thomas Hobbes og Martin Heidegger undersøger denne artikel dette forhold. Artiklen argumenterer for, at Hobbes' menneskesyn ligger implicit i traditionelle organisationsteorier som taylorismen, hvilket medfører spændingsfyldte forhold mellem organisationer og mennesker. Ved at inddrage Heideggers tilstedeværensanalytik plæderer artiklen for, at en værenstænkningsfunderet organisationsstruktur kan bidrage med løsninger på udfordringerne. Derudover kan værenstænkningen være med til at berige det organisationsteoretiske felt ved at lægge sig som et fundament for en del af den fremtidige organisationstænkning.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) Study on Dengue Fever among Medical Students in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan
Authors: Ali Nawazish , Iqbal Anil , Rehman Fazal Ur , Osama Mohammad , Khalid Muhammad , Jamal Muazzam
Published: September 2024

Dengue is a public health problem and a leading mosquito-borne viral disease. In Pakistan, the dengue virus has been the source of several epidemics. Objective: To find frequency, distribution, and association of KAP regarding dengue fever among students with gender and type of Students. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study using stratified random sampling was conducted in the General Medical Council (GMC). Sample size 235, an equal proportion of students from each class were randomly selected. Data were analyzed by using SPSS version 23.0. For inferential statistics, 95% CI was used. The chi-square test was used with p < 0.05 considered significant. Results: Among 235 students, 111 (47.3%), and 214 (91.1%) had good knowledge and attitude respectively. Preventive practices were as follows: 127 (54%) had good practices, 65% used mosquito repellents, and 58% used mosquito nets. There was no association of KAP with gender. Among 87 pre-clinical students, 29 (33%), 77 (89%), and 44 (51%) had good Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice (KAP) respectively. Among 148 clinical students, 82 (55%), 137 (93%), and 83 (56%) had good KAP respectively. There was an association between knowledge and Type of students at p = .002. Conclusions: It was concluded that 47%, 91%, and 54% of students had good KAP respectively. KAP wasn’t associated with gender. The type of students was associated with knowledge while attitude and practice were not significant.
PECULIARITIES OF MARINE ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION IN ARMED CONFLICTS ACCORDING TO THE SAN REMO MANUAL ON INTERNATIONAL LAW
Authors: Pereverzyeva Olga
Published: September 2024

The article presents the principles and norms that regulate in detail the relations of protection of marine ecosystems during armed conflicts in accordance with the San Remo Manual of International Law.Military activity at sea has reached such a scale that the area of the marine environment remains polluted, and affects climate change and the sustainability of the natural environment. Taking into account the mentioned circumstances, at the level of the international community are applied various types of Manual for compliance by states with the principles and norms of international humanitarian law, which are developed by highly qualified specialists for interpretation and practical application by the armed forces of the respective countries and are used by other countries by virtue of their authority.According to the prescriptions of the San Remo Manual, parties participating in an armed conflict at sea are obliged to observe the principles and norms of international humanitarian law from the beginning of the use of armed forces, and in cases not provided for by this document or international agreements, civilians and combatants remain under the protection and effect of the principles of international law arising from customs, principles of humanity and requirements of public consciousness.In particular, the legal analysis of the San-Remo Manual of International Law is defined and reflects operational needs and realities, and is therefore often a basis for national practice or an inspiration for the rules of use of force in armed conflict. These rules are often a reflection of existing practices and can be transformed into norms of international law. The Manual are advisory acts, they are related to the principles and norms of international humanitarian law.The leadership of San Remo also introduces the principle of military operations at sea. It is about the imposition of additional obligations on belligerent states not only to observe the supremacy of the law of armed conflict at sea, but also to take into account the rights and obligations of the coastal state, in particular regarding the exploration and development of economic resources of the exclusive economic zone and the continental shelf, as well as the protection and preservation of the marine environment.
MODERN LEGAL EDUCATION IN UKRAINE AS THE BASIS OF PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY: PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS
Authors: Shevchenko Anatolii , Antoshkina Valeriia
Published: September 2024

Legal education in Ukraine faces numerous challenges in modern conditions that require defining and understanding to improve the quality of training. The article examines in detail the relevance of legal education, considering the need to reform the judicial system, harmonize national legislation with the standards of the European Union, and protect national interests in the context of armed aggression. The authors pay particular attention to the issue of the adaptation of lawyers to innovations in the field of information technology, which requires not only the study of new digital tools but also an understanding of the legal nature of the latest technologies. The authors analyze the interrelation between the training of students of higher education institutions and their further access to the legal profession and consider the possibilities of implementing foreign experience in the Ukrainian legal environment. The article identifies the primary areas of reforming domestic legal education to meet modern challenges and ensure the sustainable development of the legal system of Ukraine.
Advancements in analytical techniques for carbon nanomaterials
Authors: Huang Xiu , Liu Qian , Jiang Guibin
Published: September 2024

With the mass production and application of carbon nanomaterials, effective detection and characterization methods in various media are crucial. This paper reviews commonly used techniques for analyzing carbon nanomaterials, starting with their separation and enrichment methods, including extraction and fractionation technologies. It then covers characterization techniques such as electron microscopy, spectroscopy, thermal analysis, electrochemical analysis, isotope labeling, imaging, fluorescence spectroscopy, laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, scanning Raman microscopy, and quantitative analysis methods. The paper also introduces new carbon nanomaterials and specialized characterization methods, concluding with a discussion on future trends and prospects in the field.
Electrochemical detection of heavy metals and chloramphenicol using a Nafion/graphene quantum dot modified electrode
Authors: Xu He , Pan Zhelun , Xie Yu , Gu Xinfeng , Liu Jianshe
Published: September 2024

Graphene quantum dots (GQDs) with a uniform particle size were successfully synthesized using a simple in-situ electrolytic graphite rod method at a specific current density. Nafion/GQD-modified glassy carbon electrodes (nafion/GQDS/GCE) were then fabricated. Anodic stripping voltammetry and differential pulse voltammetry were utilized for the detection of heavy metals, specifically Pb(II) and Cd(II), as well as chloramphenicol. The results indicated that the dissolution currents for Pb(II) and Cd(II) increased with their concentrations, showing a strong linear relationship. The linear range for Pb(II) was 4.82 × 10−8 to 9.65 × 10−7 mol/L (R² = 0.9923), and for Cd(II), it was 1.07 × 10−7 to 1.96 × 10−6 mol/L (R² = 0.9912), with detection limits of 1.61 × 10−8 mol/L for Pb(II) and 3.57 × 10−8 mol/L for Cd(II). The nafion/GQDS/GCE exhibited significant electrocatalytic activity towards chloramphenicol, with an irreversible reaction involving 6 electrons and an electron transfer rate constant (KS) of 105.4 s−1. The catalytic reduction current for chloramphenicol at the modified electrode ranged from 5.00 × 10−7 to 2.50 × 10−3 mol/L, showing a good linear relationship, and the detection limit (S/N = 3) was 1.67 × 10−7 mol/L. The nafion/GQDS/GCE also demonstrated excellent anti-interference, stability, and reproducibility, yielding satisfactory results for the detection of actual samples.
Accounting Dilemma and Health Care’s Accounting Control
Authors: Adam Helmy
Published: September 2024

This study aims to describe the phenomenon of accounting dilemma in the accountingization process of health services as part of the implementation of New Public Management in Indonesia. This study uses the case study method in two public hospitals owned by the Provincial Government in Indonesia. The results show that the dilemma is related to the doubts of accountants regarding the implementation of quality control and cost control as the implications of the national health insurance system implemented by the government. Conflicts of interests, idealism, society’s interests, and the demands of the government make various accounting tools is only used as forms of ritual and legitimacy. This study uses a case study in two government hospitals as a portrait of the implementation of accounting for health services in Indonesia. This study portrays the phenomenon of accounting dilemma that occurred and suggested in the next study to produce an accounting system that is in accordance with government-owned health services. The researchers proposed a more appropriate management accounting system to government health services by considering public health sector management accounting (PHSMA). The PHSMA contains (1) the use of an organizational system with privatization at the medium level while promoting social aspects, (2) the use of government funding in the form of health operational funds to support universal health coverage (UHC), (3) using public health indicators as a basis for performance assessment and not merely use financial performance. This study emphasizes that government participation is still needed in supporting health quality improvement programs in the community through full support for health services. The sustainability of national health insurance system must be maintained. The accounting dilemma is a new concept that can be considered in the decision-making process of government institutions and can be followed up in subsequent research. Accounting dilemma is an event where an accounting system or practices should be selected under the pressure from the government, service users, and the management (internal pressure), but all of the options are equally unpleasant, not in accordance with the theory, or not in accordance with the existing data.
A study of retinal vascular patterns in 200 subjects
Authors: Walia Sween , Maheshwari Shubhangi
Published: September 2024

Every eye has its own totally unique pattern of blood vessels and the vascular system in human retina has a unique property as it is easily observed in its natural living state. The characteristic radiating pattern of retinal blood vessels in modern era plays a key role in biometrics (for identification) and medical diagnosis. Retinal blood vessel pattern is a highly stable pattern and one of the hardest biometric to forge. This property makes it one of the best biometric characteristics in high security environments. Thus, ocular fundus images can provide valuable information on pathological changes and it is also used in screening of individuals. Analysis and interpretation of fundus images not only has become a necessary and important diagnostic tool in ophthalmology but also in personal identification in biometric. Therefore, the present study was designed to provide normative database for retinal vascular patterns in the study population. The present study was conducted on 200 subjects. Digital photographs of fundus of eyes were taken with fundus camera and the retinal vasculature was studied and analyzed. Results showed that branching of retinal vasculature was more extensive in temporal half of both eyes. Also, higher branching in superotemporal quadrant of both eyes were seen. This is the first attempt in providing normative database for retinal vascular pattern. However, further studies are needed and this data may provide a reference for future research.
Comparative assessment of medical professionalism in medical interns of old and competency-based medical education curricula
Authors: Shah Amit , Dave Darshan
Published: September 2024

Background: Medical professionalism is crucial for health-care practitioners, ensuring public trust, patient safety, and quality care. It comprises attitudes, behaviors, and values guiding medical students and physicians in interactions with patients, colleagues, and the health-care system. With introduction of competency-based medical education (CBME) curriculum, it is important to investigate how CBME curriculum influences the development of professionalism among medical students.

Aims and Objectives: The present study is planned with the objective to evaluate and compare medical professionalism dimensions using the learners’ attitude of medical professionalism scale (LAMPS) among medical interns from traditional/old and CBME curricula.

Materials and Methods: The study involved medical interns from both traditional and CBME curricula, selected based on voluntary participation and informed consent. Data were collected using the validated LAMPS, assessing attitudes and behaviors related to professionalism. Google Forms, an online survey tool, facilitated efficient data collection and management through questionnaire surveys.

Results: The study assessed medical professionalism in domains such as duty/accountability, excellence/autonomy, honor/integrity, altruism, and respect. Mean scores were comparable between the traditional and CBME curriculum groups. For instance, in duty/accountability, the old curriculum scored 3.8673 (standard deviation [SD] ± 0.9954) compared to 3.7477 (SD ± 1.0066) for CBME. Statistical analysis showed no significant differences in professionalism scores between the two groups across all domains, as indicated by t-statistics and P-values.

Conclusion: While both curricula demonstrate similar professionalism levels among interns, contextual factors such as curriculum implementation challenges, resource constraints, pandemic-related disruptions, survey timing, and participation rates may contribute to the observed outcomes. Addressing these factors could enhance the effectiveness of professionalism education within CBME frameworks.
ALTERNATIVAS PARA VIABILIZAR A NAVEGAÇÃO EM PERÍODO DE ESTIAGEM – O USO DA ENERGIA FOTOVOLTAICA EM PROL DOS RECURSOS HÍDRICOS PARA A NAVEGAÇÃO
Authors: De Rezende Líria Baptista , Amorim Antonio Eduardo Assis , Vieira Sebastião Gândara
Published: September 2024

Com a escassez de água devido às mudanças climáticas que vêm ocorrendo em ritmo acelerado fazem-se necessários estudos a fim de preparar as atividades que fazem uso da água. Segundo a Política Nacional de Recursos Hídricos (PNRH) a água é um bem de domínio público que em situações de escassez, o uso prioritário dos recursos hídricos é para o consumo humano seguido pela dessedentação de animais. Ainda segundo o PNRH a gestão dos recursos hídricos deve sempre proporcionar o uso múltiplo das águas. Porém, a diversidade das atividades usuárias das águas, como a navegação e o uso de energia hídrica, em épocas de estiagem gera conflitos de interesse, pois nem sempre é possível manter a geração de energia sem prejudicar a navegabilidade das hidrovias (Canalenergia, 2019). As usinas hidrelétricas são importantes fontes de energia elétrica em muitos países, e geralmente são construídas em rios para aproveitar o potencial energético da água. No entanto, essas usinas também podem ter impactos negativos sobre a navegação, como a alteração do fluxo do rio e a redução da profundidade da água. A fim de discutir e propor alternativa para esse conflito estudou-se o uso de sistemas de energia fotovoltaica para que em períodos de estiagem possa-se substituir total ou parcial a energia hídrica pela solar.
Challenges and adaptation of the integration of digital tools in small and medium-sized businesses
Authors: Gutierrez Carlos Eduardo Cobos , Acosta Karla Rebeca
Published: September 2024

This research analyzes the challenges and adaptation strategies faced by small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the integration of digital tools. The main goal is to understand how these companies handle digital transformation, the specific obstacles they encounter, and the successful practices they employ to overcome these challenges. Quantitative research was carried out with a cross-sectional design. Structured questionnaires in digital format distributed through Google Forms were used. The study population included SMEs active in the use of digital tools and the sample was selected through simple random sampling, covering approximately 100 SMEs. The questionnaires were validated, and their reliability evaluated through pilot tests. The results of the survey indicate that 51.85 % of respondents hold other positions within the company, suggesting an organizational structure with diverse roles. 59.26 % consider digitalization to be "very important" for the long-term success of their companies. Additionally, 37.04 % of companies have implemented digital marketing tools, improving business operations and customer relationships. Respondents also reported a positive experience with the implementation of digital tools, with 51.85 % evaluating it as "very positive." The research concludes that companies that successfully integrate digital tools report improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and market expansion. Therefore, it is essential that SMEs develop effective strategies to overcome the obstacles and take advantage of the opportunities that digitalization offers.
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Authors: Tudball Daniel
Published: September 2024

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Designing Post-Fire Flood Protection Techniques for a Real Event in Central Greece
Authors: Alamanos Angelos , Papaioannou George , Varlas George , Markogianni Vassiliki , Plataniotis Angelos , Papadopoulos Anastasios , Dimitriou Elias , Koundouri Phoebe
Published: September 2024

Wildfires pose a growing global danger for ecosystems and human activities. The degraded ecosystem functions of burnt sites, include, among others, shifts in hydrological processes, land cover, vegetation, and soil erosion, that make them more vulnerable to flood and extreme sediment transport risks. Several post-fire erosion and flood protection treatments (PFPs) have been developed to avoid and mitigate such consequences and risks. The Mediterranean region faces severe climate change challenges that are projected to escalate the wildfire and post-fire flood risks. However, there is limited research on the dynamics of post-fire flood risks and their mitigation through the design of the appropriate PFPs. This paper aims to cover this gap by simulating a real post-fire flash-flood event in Central Greece, and design the PFPs for this case study, considering their suitability and costs. An integrated framework was used to represent the flood under the baseline scenario: the storm conditions that caused the flood were simulated using the atmospheric model WRF-ARW; the burn extent, severity, and the flood extent were retrieved through remote sensing analyses; and a HEC-RAS hydraulic-hydrodynamic model was developed to simulate the flood event, applying the rain-on-grid technique. Several PFPs were assessed, and certain channel- and barrier-based PFPs were selected as the most suitable for the study area. The recommended PFPs were spatially represented within a geographic information system (GIS). Moreover, we present a detailed analysis of their expected costs. This study provides an interdisciplinary and transferable framework for understanding and enhancing the flood resilience of burnt sites.
Guest Editorial. "The more intense the practice, the more intense the demons": A Few Hermeneutic Caveats
Authors: Jardine David W
Published: September 2024

In this editorial, I summon something of the intimate dangers of carefully studying and becoming familiar with the slipstreams of lives, both that live in us, and that we, wittingly or otherwise, live within.
The Other in The Self: The Ontological Metaphoricity of Language
Authors: Mazzanti Dr. Cristina Valencia , Freeman Dr. Melissa
Published: September 2024

Through text and illustrations, I (first author) theorize language as a being that becomes and revels in its plurality, illuminating the inherent and necessary aesthetic and multimodal dimensions of any struggle toward meaning. To do so, I start by foregrounding my own experiences with the diversity that characterizes language to portray the significance of studying its ontology and plurality. I then identify philosophical hermeneutics as a practical metatheory that centrally positions language as a medium for understanding. From a hermeneutic perspective, language manifests as a network of meaning that is constituted through an ontological metaphoricity that echoes a capacity to both present and represent phenomena. This metaphoricity of language is then discussed in terms of its linguistically, speculative, and dialogic dimensions. I pose that language discloses an otherness in ourselves that is fostered in a capacity for renewed understandings and meanings that are yet becoming.
Lot’s Wife: An Exploration of Nursing and Calls, Guided by Two Poems
Authors: McCaffrey Dr. Graham
Published: September 2024

The article is a discussion on the theme of "the call" that formed the basis for Dr. Ted George's series of presentations at the Canadian Hermeneutic Institute (CHI) in 2021. It takes up two poems, both entitled "Lot's Wife," that are interpreted from the point of view of nurses who have to make decisions routinely in response to the demands of patients in actual settings of practice. The poems, by Anna Akhmatova and Wislawa Szymborska, treat the theme in contrasting ways that allows for a series of interpretive reflections, first considering a two-sided contrast between external regulation and anguish, and secondly a diverse array of "calls" to decision and action. A version of the article was first presented at CHI 2021.
Spoilers, Triggers, and the Hermeneutics of Ignorance
Authors: Grimwood Dr. Tom
Published: September 2024

A hermeneutics of ignorance may, at first, appear to be a contradiction in terms. Yet, ignorance and stupidity remain a pressing issue in the realm of today’s public discourse. The form this takes concerns, not the actual intelligence of people per se, but rather the use of the denomination of ‘stupidity’ as an active framing of debate, or the use of perceived ignorance to strategically organise individuals, publics and audiences. This offers a challenge to hermeneutic practice; or, at least, a pause for reconsidering some of the assumed figures that govern the hermeneutic endeavour, namely dialogue and intelligibility. In this paper, I want to sketch out some provisional areas of consideration for such a challenge and its potential response. Focusing on one aspect of the contemporary media milieu – the work of the spoiler and the trigger – I want to suggest how the digital ecology through which much of public discourse takes place requires adjustments to hermeneutic approaches, and the implications of these to what a hermeneutics of ignorance might look like.
THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE ROLE OF DRUG SWALLOWING MONITORS (PMO) TO COMPLIANNCE WITH DRUG DRINKING IN PULMONARY TB PATIENTS IN THE KUTA BARO HEALTH CENTER, ACEH BESAR DISTRICT 2023
Authors: Kala Pasyamei Rembune , Najikhah Nur , Wati Serlina
Published: September 2024

Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic, infectious disease that remains a public health problem in the world, including Indonesia. The rate of compliance with taking medication for TB sufferers at the Kuta Baro Community Health Center, Aceh Besar Regency has not yet met the national target. Taking medication for TB sufferers can be done with several combinations of drugs which are intended to eradicate germs. WHO recommends a DOTS treatment strategy, namely that sufferers take medication by supervising drug swallowing monitors (PMO). The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between PMO (Drug Swallowing Monitor) with the presence of taking medication in Tuberculosis patients. The type of research used is analytical descriptive with a cross sectional approach. The results of 11 respondents who were active in the role of monitoring medication swallowing (PMO) and the majority of respondents adhered to taking medication, 9 (64%). Of the 5 who were not active, it was influenced by the role of the PMO.) From the results of the statistical test, P Value = 0.009 means P Value < 0.05, that there is a relationship between the role of supervisor in taking medication and compliance with taking pulmonary tuberculosis medication at the Kuta Baro Community Health Center, Aceh Besar Regency. From the results of the analysis, it was obtained that the OR value = 13,000, that an active PMO role has a 13 times chance of medication adherence compared to an inactive PMO role.
DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING MEDIA ROTAR (ROTATING WHEEL) IN CLASS V MATHS LESSON AT SDN 101866 BATANG KUIS PEKAN
Authors: Pasaribu Juli Indah Sari , Hariati Emy , Ramadianti Astria Ayu
Published: September 2024

This study aims to develop learning media for rotating wheels to students and to determine the feasibility of using the media. to determine the feasibility of using the media, as well as knowing the level of validity of the media through the responses of educators and students after using the media. media through the responses of educators and students after using the wheel learning media. learning media. This type of research is a development research (R&D) with the ADDIE development model which consists of the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation. The subjects of this study were grade V grade students at SD Negeri 101866 Batang Kuis, totalling 24, consisting of 7 girls and 17 boys. The results of research and development obtained a design in the form of a rotating wheel learning media in mathematics learning in class V SDN 101866 Batang Kuis Pekan obtained a score of feasibility value of 80% by material experts and 92% by media expert. Student response to media feasibility obtained an average score of 92%. Based on the results of the description above Based on the results of the description above, the product developed by the researcher is feasible and valid to be used as a learning media.
Chronology of the Upper Palaeolithic Sites of Byki (Centre of the East European Plain) According to 14C and OSL Dating
Authors:   Institute of Geography of Russian Academy of Sciences, Panin Andrei , Akhmetgaleeva Natalia ,   Kurchatov’ Museum of Local Lore, Shasherina Lidiia ,   Institute of Geography of Russian Academy of Sciences, Burova Natalia ,   Institute for the History of Material Culture of Russian Academy of Sciences, Voskresenskaya Ekaterina ,   Institute of Geography of Russian Academy of Sciences, Zazovskaya Elya ,   Institute of Geography of Russian Academy of Sciences, Kurbanov Redzhep ,   M. V. Lomonosov Moscow State University,   Institute of Geography of Russian Academy of Sciences, Kurenkova Elena ,   Institute of Geography of Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: September 2024

Series of 14C dates from cultural layers (CL) of Byki sites are in the range 1—5 thousand years. Simple statistical processing does not allow to narrow down the age estimates. To assess the reliability of 14C dates, we developed an approach based on the assessment of sedimentation dynamics using luminescence (OSL) dating and age determination of the main lithostratigraphic units. The OSL method was used to date the section of the multilayer site Byki-7 and to obtain approximate differences in the CLs age at different depths. An age-depth model satisfying the dynamics of sedimentation was constructed, and on its basis the age of the CLs and boundaries between litholostratigraphic units was determined. The dates for the remaining sites were verified with respect to the constructed model. As a result, three age groups of CLs were identified. The oldest (~22 cal ka BP) lie on the ancient alluvial surface under the aeolian sand unit. The second group (~21 cal ka BP) — CLs with winter dwelling objects of the Bykovskaya archaeological culture, buried in the aeolian sands. The third group (~18 cal ka BP) — CLs, embedded in loess-like cover loams. There is uncertainty in the age of CLs around the boundary of aeolian and cover deposits due to a possible hiatus, which is not reflected by the age model. Thus, different groups of people inhabited the Byki sites between 22 and 18 ka BP. The carriers of the Byki culture arrived around 21.5 ka BP and their settlement peaked at ~21 ka BP.
Organisational culture change as an antecedent for enhancing the successful implementation of a bank’s crisis management strategies
Authors: Davis-Adesegha Jennifer
Published: September 2024

As banks engulfed in different crisis situations introduce a combination of bank crisis management strategies to move out of the crisis, it is not only the introduction of new technologies, processes, structures and skills which are required, but also the change of the organisational culture. Unfortunately, during a crisis, most of the banks often focus just on implementing the core crisis management strategies without integrating them with the critical processes for changing and transforming organisational culture to support changes that are being implemented. As this affects the successful implementation of change essential for the bank to recover from the crisis, this study uses systematic review to explore and extract new insights from the existing studies to discern how banks can approach such situations. From the systematic review, findings revealed that due to the distortion of the way activities are accomplished during the implementation of different bank crisis management strategies, employees may not easily accept new changes. These induce conflicts, frustrations and sabotage that affect the successful change implementation as well as the ability of the bank to transition out of the crisis. To therefore ensure the successful implementation of organisational change and transformation, organisational culture change must be integrated with behaviour change and transformation to change and modify attitudes, habits, practices and ways of doing things to support change implementation. Entrenchment of such a culture eliminates path dependencies to instill a sense of creativity and innovativeness in the ordinary employees to explore new ways of doing things, so as to influence successful implementation of change in the way that can influence the capabilities of the bank to recover from the crisis.
Komunikasi Pemasaran Terpadu Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur’an “X”: Pendekatan Community Based Research
Authors: Wahyudiyanto Dhanny
Published: September 2024

Organisasi yang ingin mendapatkan kesuksesan dalam memasarkan produk atau jasanya, perlu menentukan cara promosi yang tepat. Promosi tidak hanya perlu dilakukan oleh perusahaan yang berorientasi bisnis. Organisasi nirlaba, termasuk Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur’an (TPQ) juga perlu menentukan cara promosi yang tepat bagi jasa yang ditawarkan untuk menarik minat pasar yang ditargetnya. TPQ “X” sebelum pandemi Covid-19 memiliki siswa/santri yang jumlahnya banyak. Namun, saat pandemi jumlah santrinya mengalami penurunan drastis. Meski status pandemi sudah dicabut, jumlah santri TPQ “X” masih belum mengalami peningkatan. Para pengurus TPQ kesulitan dalam berupaya mengembalikan jumlah santri agar bisa sebanyak sebelum pandemi. Tulisan ini menggunakan teori komunikasi pemasaran terpadu untuk menentukan desain promosi terbaik bagi TPQ “X”. Metode yang digunakan berjenis kualitatif dengan pendekatan penelitian berbasis komunitas (CBR). Upaya yang dilakukan bersama dengan para pengurus TPQ menunjukkan bahwa komunikasi pemasaran terpadu melalui proses pemasangan reklame periklanan, promosi penjualan, pemanfaatan grup media whatsapp untuk direct mobile marketing serta penjualan personal pada akhirnya berhasil meningkatkan jumlah santri yang berlangganan. Beberapa minggu setelah implementasi, jumlah santri baru yang melakukan pendaftaran bertambah hingga belasan anak. Tulisan ini menggambarkan penerapan komunikasi pemasaran terpadu pada lembaga dakwah skala mikro.
Penerapan Isak 35 Dalam Penyusunan Laporan Keuangan Organisasi Nirlaba: Studi Kasus Yayasan Pendidikan Kinantan Surabaya
Authors: Kurniawan Amin
Published: September 2024

Pentingnya penerapan pelaporan keuangan berdasarkan ISAK 35 pada organisasi nirlaba selain sebagai pertanggungjawaban dan transparansi, juga untuk memudahkan pemangku kepentingan dalam pengambilan keputusan. Maka studi ini bertujuan untuk; (1) memberikan pengetahuan dan pemahaman tentang teknik penyusunan Laporan Keuangan pada Yayasan Pendidikan yang mengacu ketentuan ISAK 35, (2) meningkatkan kemampuan dalam penyusunan Laporan Keuangan sesuai ISAK 35. Studi ini menggunakan metode kualitatif, dan pendekatan fenomenologi. Paradigma yang digunakan adalah jenis paradigma interpretatif dengan tiga konsep yaitu interpretasi, makna, dan pemahaman. Teknik pengumpulan data melalui wawancara tidak terstruktur, observasi partisipan, dan dokumentasi. Analisis data menggunakan reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Berdasarkan studi yang telah dilakukan di Yayasan Pendidikan Kinantan Surabaya dapat diketahui bahwa; (1) Laporan Keuangan masih berdasarkan PSAK 45, (2) kurangnya SDM dalam penyusunan laporan keuangan standar umum (2) kurangnya pemahaman dan kemampuan SDM bagian keuangan di Yayasan Pendidikan Kinantan Surabaya dalam penyusunan laporan keuangan yang sesuai ISAK 35. Oleh karena itu, bagian keuangan perlu untuk menerapkan ISAK 35 dalam menyajikan Laporan Keuangan.
Post-Student Cap Analysis in Ontario, Canada: Faculty's Perspectives a Vital Component in Understanding the Impact of International Student Caps
Authors: H. Haidar Noha
Published: September 2024

This survey study, uniquely employing Jahoda's Latent Deprivation Model, investigated faculty attitudes and challenges due to the federal government's decision regarding international student caps in Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). The study used a structured questionnaire to investigate faculty perceptions of financial, professional, and personal impacts. The study aimed to capture faculty perceptions of international caps and the potential for job losses in higher education. The survey was restricted to faculty members affiliated with higher education institutions, particularly PPPs. Based on statistical correlations and data analysis from 165 participants, the author provided comprehensive findings and recommendations for understanding the issue from faculty members' viewpoints. The author suggested ways to support faculty and ensure academic excellence in higher education as part of the recommendations. In terms of demographics, 96 percent of the respondents were minorities, and 78.4 percent strongly agreed that the decision adversely impacted their financial and emotional well-being. Data analysis revealed a strong correlation between psychological health and faculty career impact. The study recommended revisiting the situation in a fresh light and considering other stakeholders who are often overlooked to avoid future economic and social hardships. According to the author, faculty in higher education should receive support and guidance as well as incentives and compensation, such as a waiver of the Ontario Teaching Certificate.
Manejo del tiempo desde la perspectiva académica, profesional y personal
Authors: Rivera Angiemarie , Morales Brenda , Toledo Marlie , Resto Exi , Vega Angélica M. , Rodríguez Noelia , Ocaña Gerardo
Published: September 2024

Una de las competencias fundamentales dentro del ámbito académico, profesional y personal lo es el manejo del tiempo. Cuando se habla del tiempo, se resalta lo valioso que este puede ser. De acuerdo con Durán y Pujol (2012) el manejo de tiempo es una competencia solicitada en el área profesional para alcanzar otras posiciones laborales. Por lo tanto, se destaca que esta competencia en conjunto con otras brindaría la oportunidad de crecer y que la persona sea una competitiva y productiva. Este estudio documental analiza la importancia del manejo del tiempo. El tema planteado es relevante ya que permite al estudiante organizar y estructurar el tiempo de estudio y los compromisos laborales sin que existan conflictos. Blaydes (2002) desarrolló la Teoría del Aprendizaje basada en el postulado que promueve que al estudiar el cerebro se estudia con la activación de ambos hemisferios del cerebro ayudando a incrementar el desempeño académico.
Reframing the Narrative of Hispanic Student Success: From Pipelines to Ecosystems
Authors: Ortiz David , Morales Jeanette
Published: September 2024

At one time the analogy of a pipeline that funneled students from K-12 through higher education and on to a career was appropriate. Due to the multiple entryways that students can obtain high school credit and enter into higher education, a pipeline is no longer applicable. Students can take Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, dual- credit or early college high school to earn college credit. Within higher education, students can earn credits for licensure and certificate programs for immediate entry into the workforce or transfer from a two-year to a four-year institution for an advanced degree. Through reverse transfer agreements, students can earn an associate’s degree from one institution and a bachelor’s from another. Through multiple ingress and egress, we are no longer working with a pipeline but an ecosystem built from partnerships in conjunction with interested parties from the community to advance student success.
The AOAC Africa Laboratory Performance Benchmarking Program
Authors:   AOAC Africa Scientific Committee, Riungu Anselm
Published: September 2024

AOAC AFRICA has done extensive work to establish the state of analytical capacity on the continent and to make practical remedial recommendations. The most recent iteration of its Laboratory Performance Benchmarking Survey (LPBS), in which 38 laboratories from eight countries participated in a series of six tests to assess the accuracy and reliability of the participating laboratories’ results, revealed some concerning trends.