bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La Monarchia de Dante entre poder civil y magisterio pontificio, y su vigencia para la actual reflexión política y constitucional
Authors: Pierantoni Claudio
Published: July 2023

En el presente artículo daremos un breve resumen de las principales líneas de la filosofía política de Dante, así como se presentan en su tratado acerca de la naturaleza y la fundamentación de la institución del Imperio (De Monarchia), en contraste con la doctrina ‘hierocrática’ sostenida por los papas de su tiempo, que enseñaba una estricta subordinación jerárquica del emperador al papado. Partiremos por una amplia contextualización histórica del problema, así como se planteaba más en general en la reflexión política medieval, a partir de sus raíces en la doctrina cristiana de los primeros siglos; se ilustrará la recepción de las ideas de Dante en el debate filosófico, teológico y político-eclesiástico de su época y a continuación también en relación con el magisterio pontificio de épocas posteriores. Se terminará con algunas reflexiones que muestran la vigencia del pensamiento político de Dante en la actual reflexión política y constitucional, en particular respecto de la relación de la ley positiva con los valores perennes de una tradición, representados por la autoridad espiritual.
SN 2023ixf in Messier 101: A Variable Red Supergiant as the Progenitor Candidate to a Type II Supernova
Authors: Kilpatrick Charles D. , Foley Ryan J. , Jacobson-Galán Wynn V. , Piro Anthony L. , Smartt Stephen J. , Drout Maria R. , Gagliano Alexander , Gall Christa , Hjorth Jens , Jones David O. , Mandel Kaisey S. , Margutti Raffaella , Ramirez-Ruiz Enrico , Ransome Conor L. , Villar V. Ashley , Coulter David A. , Gao Hua , Matthews David Jacob , Taggart Kirsty , Zenati Yossef
Published: July 2023

We present preexplosion optical and infrared (IR) imaging at the site of the type II supernova (SN II) 2023ixf in Messier 101 at 6.9 Mpc. We astrometrically registered a ground-based image of SN 2023ixf to archival Hubble Space Telescope (HST), Spitzer Space Telescope (Spitzer), and ground-based near-IR images. A single point source is detected at a position consistent with the SN at wavelengths ranging from HST R band to Spitzer 4.5 μm. Fitting with blackbody and red supergiant (RSG) spectral energy distributions (SEDs), we find that the source is anomalously cool with a significant mid-IR excess. We interpret this SED as reprocessed emission in a 8600 R
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Two new species of Curvianchoratus (Monogenoidea, Dactylogyridae) parasitizing Psectrogaster amazonica (Characiformes, Curimatidae) and a new record for Curvianchoratus singularis in the Tocantins River, Maranhão, Brazil
Authors: Bezerra Carine Almeida Miranda , Cohen Simone Chinicz , de Meneses Yuri Costa , Neres Helyab Gabriel Chaves , Viana Diego Carvalho , Justo Marcia Cristina Nascimento
Published: July 2023

Several studies have demonstrated parasitism by monogenoids in characiform fish in the Neotropics. During studies on the helminth fauna of curimatids from the Tocantins River, specimens of Psectrogaster amazonica Eigenmann & Eigenmann, 1889 were examined and species of Curvianchoratus Hanek, Molnar & Fernando, 1974 were found. Species of the genus are characterized mainly by the complex shape of haptoral anchors with a modified dorsal anchor, composed by two subunits, dorsal-median and dorsal. To date, two species of Curvianchoratus are known to parasitize curimatid fishes: the type species Curvianchoratus hexacleidus Hanek, Molnar & Fernando, 1974 and Curvianchoratus singularis (Suriano, 1980). During examination of specimens of P. amazonica collected in the Tocantins River, Embiral, Imperatriz, Maranhão State, Brazil, two new species of Curvianchoratus were found and are described herein. Curvianchoratus psectrogasterisp. nov. and Curvianchoratus dominguesisp. nov. are characterized by possessing the male copulatory organ formed by a long cirrus and a claw-shaped accessory piece, connected to the base of the male copulatory organ by a ligament. The new species differs from the two known congeneric species mainly by the morphology of the dorsal-median and dorsal subunits of the dorsal anchor. Curvianchoratus psectrogasterisp. nov. also differs from other species of the genus by the absence of the ventral bar and Curvianchoratus dominguesisp. nov. by the size and shape of the ventral bar. An amendment to the diagnosis of Curvianchoratus is provided to accommodate the new species. The present study increases the number of Curvianchoratus species to four and extends the occurrence of the genus to the Tocantins-Araguaia Basin.
Analysis of deep learning technique using a complex spherical fuzzy rough decision support model
Authors: Khan Muhammad Ali , Abdullah Saleem , Almagrabi Alaa O.
Published: July 2023

Deep learning (DL), a branch of machine learning and artificial intelligence, is nowadays considered as a core technology. Due to its ability to learn from data, DL technology originated from artificial neural networks and has become a hot topic in the context of computing, it is widely applied in various application areas. However, building an appropriate DL model is a challenging task, due to the dynamic nature and variations in real-world problems and data. The aim of this work was to develope a new method for appropriate DL model selection using complex spherical fuzzy rough sets (CSFRSs). The connectivity of two or more complex spherical fuzzy rough numbers can be defined by using the Hamacher t-norm and t-conorm. Using the Hamacher operational laws with operational parameters provides exceptional flexibility in dealing with uncertainty in data. We define a series of Hamacher averaging and geometric aggregation operators for CSFRSs, as well as their fundamental properties, based on the Hamacher t-norm and t-conorm. Further we have developed the proposed aggregation operators and provide here a group decision-making approach for solving decision making problems. Finally, a comparative analysis with existing methods is given to demonstrate the peculiarity of our proposed method.
Les inscriptions du portail ptolémaïque du temple d’Esna (Esna II, 32-45). Traduction et commentaireنقوش البوابة البطلمية لمعبد إسنا (إسنا II، ٣٢-٤٥). الترجمة والتعليق
Authors: Pichel Abraham I. Fernández
Published: July 2023

Traduction et commentaire de l’ensemble méconnu des inscriptions du portail de la façade ptolémaïque du temple d’Esna en Haute Égypte. L’analyse de ses scènes permet d’identifier des motifs, aussi bien textuels que visuels, en rapport à trois thèmes théologiques principaux : la création, le mythe de la déesse lointaine et la royauté. Ceux-ci sont configurés au moyen des subtiles correspondances spatiales parmi les différentes scènes du portail, d’après les principes de la « grammaire du temple ».
Minmose the Miller. A Ramessid Serving Statue Preparing Incense (Berlin ÄM 24179)مينموز الطحان. تمثال خَدَم لتحضير البخور من عصر الرعامسة (برلين ÄM 24179)
Authors: Frood Elizabeth
Published: July 2023

Publication of a fragment of a red granite statue belonging to the 19th Dynasty high priest of Onuris, Minmose, in the Ägyptisches Museum und Papyrussamlung in Berlin (ÄM 24179). The statue, which describes itself as a shabti, shows Minmose as a miller of grain, which may also be understood as incense. Preliminary translations and commentaries are offered for the statue’s texts; these are developed out of unpublished work by Jacques Jean Clère, records of which are held in the Griffith Institute, Oxford. Some implications of these inscriptions for interpreting the statue’s form and context are also discussed.
Pratique des translocations végétales conservatoires en France : dimensions réglementaires, organisationnelles et économiques
Authors: Diallo Mohamed , Colas Bruno , Vaissière Anne-Charlotte
Published: July 2023

Si la littérature en écologie sur les translocations végétales conservatoires s’est largement développée ces dernières années, très peu d’études sur les conditions pratiques de leur mise en œuvre, dont les aspects économiques, ont été conduites. Pourtant, ces facteurs non strictement biologiques sont importants à considérer, car ils peuvent influencer la faisabilité et l’efficacité des opérations de translocation. À travers une série d’entretiens réalisés auprès des conservatoires botaniques nationaux (CBN), un des acteurs majeurs des translocations végétales, ainsi que quelques acteurs complémentaires, nous faisons le point sur les dimensions réglementaires, organisationnelles et économiques de la pratique des translocations végétales conservatoires en France. Nous avons notamment collecté les coûts économiques de l’implication de six CBN dans 34 opérations de translocations, associés à trois étapes qu’il nous semble intéressant de différencier dans une translocation : la préparation, la translocation proprement dite, et la phase post-translocation. Ce sont les deux phases en amont et en aval de la translocation proprement dite qui impliquent la part la plus importante des coûts. Nous avons également montré que la motivation initiale d’une opération de translocation, c’est-à-dire qu’elle ait lieu dans le cadre de la hiérarchie d’atténuation des projets d’aménagement (éviter, réduire, compenser, accompagner) ou en dehors de ce cadre, n’influe pas significativement sur son coût, ce qui suggère une implication équivalente des acteurs interrogés (au moins économique) dans les deux cas de figure identifiés. Limitée à l’implication des CBN dans cet article, l’analyse des coûts économiques des translocations végétales devrait maintenant être complétée pour les autres acteurs concernés. Le réseau détaillé des acteurs des translocations ainsi que la description des différentes étapes qu’ils sont amenés à rencontrer et que nous proposons dans cet article en constituent un point de départ indispensable.
Phytochemical Studies of Piper nigrum L
Authors: Mehta Hirva Jiteshbhai , Mishra Saurav Kumar , Sharma Kanchan , J. Georrge John
Published: July 2023

Plants such as chamomile, echinacea, garlic, ginger, gingko, and black pepper are recognised for their medicinal properties and regular nutritious food intake. The knowledge of secondary metabolites present in this species that would be useful for producing natural products and disease diagnostic drugs that cure various diseases must be studied and improved. Black pepper (Piper nigrum L.) is called the “king of spices” and is a commonly used spice that adds flavour to sauces and enhances the taste of other ingredients. In Piper nigrum, several biological activities are reported, but the complete phytochemical profile is not known until the date. Black pepper is largely produced in countries like Vietnam, led by Indonesia, India, and Brazil. This chapter mainly discusses the important isolated phytochemicals from P. nigrum. Based on chemical structures, compounds are classified based on different biological activity.
A Comprehensive Review of Ethnomedical Uses, Phytochemical Studies, and Properties of Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum Linn.)
Authors: Maru Harshnad , Sharma Kanchan , Mishra Saurav Kumar , J. Georrge John
Published: July 2023

Environment-derived products such as secondary metabolites from plants and animals also provide a humongous chemical space for potential candidates for drug discovery. It is a known fact that over 80% of the approved drugs have either been derived or are directly used in natural products. Ocimum sanctum L. or holy basil has been considered a majestic reservoir for medically potential phytochemicals and tremendous therapeutic applications. Basil was the most widely used medicinal plant in ancient civilizations in Africa, Central and South America, and Middle Eastern countries of Asia such as India, China, and Malaysia. Different parts of basil, such as leaves, stems, and roots, have shown various therapeutic activities. Phytochemicals derived from holy basil can be classified as terpenoid, flavonoid, phenolic acid, neolignan, phenylpropanoid, cerebroside, and coumarin. Bioinformatic and cheminformatic approaches such as target fishing and identification, pharmacophore-based modelling, and QSAR can be used to identify the potential targets.
Secondary Metabolites From Plants for Cardiovascular Disease
Authors: Prakash Jose
Published: July 2023

One of the leading causes of mortality worldwide is cardiac vascular disease. According to the WHO report, CVDs affect 17.9 million people each year and will affect 22.2 million people by 2030. The plants include flavonoids, polyphenols, plant Sulphur compounds, and terpenoids, which are all active phytochemicals. Recent research has revealed that flavonoids are substances with strong biological effects that may help prevent chronic illnesses including cardiovascular disease. The prevention of low-density lipoprotein oxidation, which encourages vasodilatation, is a common flavonoid mode of action. Due to the rising frequency of CVD, numerous plants have been identified to contain a number of physiologically active chemicals with known biological effects; however, proper CVD preventive and treatment approaches are still needed. This study aims to emphasize the cardiovascular risk factors, in addition to explaining the processes through which naturally occurring bioactive chemicals exhibit their cardiovascular preventive effects.
Medicinal Plant Treatments for Peptic Ulcers
Authors: Nivetha G. , Unnikrishnan Sneha , Ramalingam Karthikeyan
Published: July 2023

A peptic ulcer is a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder affecting a significant proportion of the global population. The use of steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to cure inflammations can lead to recurrent and serious gastrointestinal bleeding and ulceration. Disruption of mucosal resistance to an injury can be caused by two major factors: NSAIDs and Helicobacter pylori infection. Even in modern times, herbal medicine remains a widely used primary healthcare option, particularly in developing countries, due to its perceived compatibility with the human body and lower incidence of side effects. Numerous medicinal plants and dietary nutrients have been found to exhibit gastro-protective properties, including aloe, terminalia chebula, ginseng, capsicum, and others. The key objectives of peptic ulcer disease management are to alleviate pain, facilitate ulcer healing, and delay its recurrence. This chapter assesses the anti-ulcer potential of medicinal plants.
Nutritive Health Benefits of Morinda tinctoria
Authors: Victor Priscilla Pushparani , Nazeer Abdul Azeez
Published: July 2023

Natural agents are good representatives of medicines. Human health depends on their nutrient consumption added to the diet. An enormous number of plants and plant-based products are included in day-to-day life. Among the widespread of medicinal plants, Morinda tinctoria as a whole plays a vital role in providing several medicinal properties. Many studies screened for their phytochemical constituents and its beneficial important. The fruits and leaves of the plants are commonly used for their medical purpose traditionally. The nutrients enriched in the parts of the plants have beneficiary effects as anti-microbial, anti-cancer, wound healing, immune boosting activity, and many more. Hence, this chapter reveals the detailed information about the phytochemicals present in the plant and their pharmacological observance in terms of various aspects in the medicinal activity.
How Coaching Fosters Opportunities and Constraints for Teachers of Multilingual Learners
Authors: Yoo Monica S. , Fetman Lisa , Garza Veronica G. , Grant Leslie T. , Guzman Marah
Published: July 2023

This chapter examines how the discourse between two coaches and two in-service elementary teachers, who were earning a culturally and linguistically diverse education (CLDE) endorsement, opened or constrained opportunities for the teachers to reflect on how to best teach and serve the multilingual learners (MLs) in their classrooms. It draws on several theoretical lenses, including sociocultural theory, positioning theory, and LangCrit. Implications from the chapter's study point to the need to critically examine the messages conveyed through coaching discourse and the potential effect that these may have on teachers' development and, in turn, the MLs in their classrooms.
Sharing Untold Stories
Authors: Dague Christopher T.
Published: July 2023

This chapter will shine a light on key issues that continue to inhibit teachers and students from teaching and learning our true historical narratives in balanced and meaningful ways. It will present instructional possibilities related to discussion pedagogy and how its systematic implementation can support students' needs through its intersections with self-determination theory. From there, the intent is to flesh out the need for implementing facets of discussion pedagogy – specifically as it relates to the teaching and learning of indigenous histories. Many scholars have promoted the need for indigenous histories to be learned in ways that are neither sanitized nor tokenized. The chapter will conclude by sharing how discussion pedagogy can aid students to make meaning of the content—and each other—in ways that will better prepare them to serve as active agents in their future democratic lives.
Structural and Dielectric Properties of ‘Mg’ Doped M-Type Strontium Hexa-Ferrites (SrFe12O19) Synthesized via Sol-Gel Method
Authors: Safdar Amina , Ali Ramiza , Shahzad Aneela , Mishal Jaala
Published: July 2023

M-type hexagonal ferrites have wide range of applications in magnetic recording media, microwave devices, micro electrochemical systems, high frequency devices, magneto-optical devices and many more. In present research, M-type strontium hexagonal ferrites doped with ‘magnesium’ having chemical composition (SrMgxFe12-xO19) for x= 0.00, 0.05, 00.10, 0.15, 0.20, were synthesized to investigate the influence of rare earth metal doping on the structure and dielectric properties via sol-gel auto combustion technique. Molecular absorption/transmission, structural properties and dielectric response were investigated by Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Dielectric measurements of ‘Mg’ doped strontium hexaferrites. X-ray diffraction analysis verified the magneto-plumbite structure. Crystal sizes were found in varying order for different concentrations of ‘Mg’ ranging from 12.357 to 15.375 nm. The FT-IR spectra exhibited higher frequency band (500–515.84 cm-1) indicating tetrahedral site’s vibrations of metallic cations and lower frequency band (385.35–375.16 cm-1) exhibiting octahedral sites due to metallic oxygen bond that confirmed the hexagonal structure. The resonance peaks were observed in dielectric constant, loss, tangent loss, AC conductivity, electric modulus and quality factor versus frequency graphs. The dielectric properties were found to be enhanced gradually by increasing concentration of magnesium. The best Q-factor was found for magnesium concentration (x=0.20). The dielectric parameters specify that these ferrite nanoparticles are good applicants for the higher frequency implementations.
Molecular Modelling and Characterization of Metal Incorporated Biochar from Industrial Wastes
Authors: Ansab N.P. , Ranjana R. , Anjana R.
Published: July 2023

Globally, manufacturing industries are generating a large volume of solid waste during their processes. These wastes, when spread through soil/water affect public health. This work focuses on the use of solid industrial waste from herbal medicine and TiO2 manufacturing industries to produce iron oxide incorporated biochar, which can be served as adsorbent and low cost catalyst for many reactions. Biochar was produced by the slow pyrolysis of waste collected from herbal manufacturing units using tubular furnace at 550°C at a heating rate of 5°C/min. The iron oxide waste collected from Kerala Minerals and Metals Limited, Kerala, India (KMML), was incorporated into the produced biochar by using planetary ball mill apparatus. Structural and elemental analysis of produced biochar and Fe2O3 incorporated biochar was conducted using XRD, SEM and SEM-EDS, BET surface area analysis, ICP-OES, and CHNS analysis. The H/C ratio of prepared biochar shows it has a rectangular layered structure of 50*50 aromatic cluster size. The changes in bonds and groups before and after metal incorporation were studied using FTIR spectroscopic analysis and temperature stability of prepared samples were analyzed using TGA. The molecular structure of produced biochar and changes in their bond length was studied and optimized employing Avogadro and Chemcraft software. The BET analysis shows the surface area of biochar become increased after the metallic incorporation. The same results were concluded from the molecular modelling data obtained from Chemcraft software. These results proved that the biochar surface area and pore volume can be increased by incorporation of iron oxide from industrial waste.
Optimization of Process Parameters for End Milling Operation on EN-31 Using Taguchi-Grey Relation
Authors: Pranavkumar Gunda , Sruthikkumar Yerram , Ramakrishna Kunchala , Naik K. Rajendhar , Karthikeyan R. , Punitha A.
Published: July 2023

A material with exceptional levels of abrasion resistance, compressive strength, and hardness is known as bearing steel, also known as EN-31 high-grade carbon alloy steel. It has several uses, including the bulk manufacturing of roller bearings, taps, gauges, ejector pins, swaging dies, etc. The lowest surface roughness (Ra) and highest material removal rate (MRR) are sought for this alloy steel in order for it to be used successfully in a range of applications. In the experiment, a L9 Taguchi orthogonal array design was used to CNC end mill EN-31 steel using a bullnose end mill carbide tool with inserts. This study presents a way for enhancing process factors such as cutting speed, depth of cut, feed rate, and tool corner radius that result in desirable output responses. Taguchi and Taguchi-Grey analyses are used to show the best input values that reduce surface roughness and increase MRR. The lowest level of surface roughness could be attained using the operating parameters of 3000 rpm cutting speed, 500 mm/min feed rate, 0.25 mm depth of cut, and 1.00 mm tool corner radius, while the highest level of material removal rate could be attained using 3000 rpm cutting speed, 2500 mm/min feed rate, 0.25 mm depth of cut, and 1.00 mm tool corner radius.
Complications of non-medical assisted circumcision in Burkina Faso. Clinical presentation, management, and outcomes - about 23 cases and literature review
Authors: Ouattara Adama , Paré Abdoul-Karim , Yé Delphine , Sherazi Ali , Simporé Mohamed , Rouamba Mickael , Kaboré Aristide F. , Kambou Timothée
Published: July 2023

Objective: To report the clinical presentation of circumcision complications encountered at our center and evaluate their management and outcomes. Patients and methods: A retrospective and descriptive study was conducted at Souro Sanou University Hospital between January 1, 2014, and December 31, 2018. All patients presenting with circumcision complications were included. Parameters related to clinical aspects of circumcision complication, their management and outcomes were studied. Results: During the study period, 23 cases of circumcision complications were reported. The average age of patients with circumcision complications was 8.3 years ± 3.5 years, with ages ranging from 18 months to 65 years old. Circumcision was performed by nurses in 12 cases and traditional practitioners in 11 cases. Observed complications included post-circumcision bleeding and hematoma (n = 8), leading to surgical exploration and hemostasis; total or partial amputation of the glans (n = 4), requiring regularization and meatoplasty; infectious complications (n = 3), managed with combined resuscitation, antibiotic administration, and penile debridement; penile urethra-cutaneous fistulas (n = 2), which were repaired; and stenosis of the external urethral meatus (n = 2), treated by meatoplasty. No deaths were reported. Conclusions: Circumcision complications presented various clinical manifestations, including hemorrhagic complications, glans amputation, infection, penile fistulas, and meatal stenosis. These complications were effectively managed from a functional perspective; however, aesthetic issues may persist. Emphasis should be placed on preventing these complications by ensuring circumcisions are performed by appropriately trained medical professionals.
Conoscenze teorico-pratiche degli infermieri di terapia intensiva in merito alla prevenzione delle Ventilatory-Associated-Pneumonia (VAP): indagine conoscitiva multicentrica
Authors: Aguzzi Alessandro , Menichini Federica , Iacoucci Marco
Published: July 2023

La polmonite associata a ventilazione meccanica (VAP) Ã¨ unâ€™infezione a carico dei polmoni, che insorge in pazienti intubati e sottoposti a ventilazione meccanica da almeno 48 ore. Questa infezione Ã¨ una frequente complicanza ospedaliera (incidenza del 9-27%) ed Ã¨ fondamentale prevenirla, in quanto il tasso di mortalitÃ  ad essa correlato Ã¨ del 33-50%; Ã¨ associata, inoltre, a costi elevati per le aziende ospedaliere. Lo scopo dellâ€™indagine Ã¨ individuare le c
Risk factors in cardiovascular patients: Challenges and opportunities to improve secondary prevention
Authors: Gabulova Rahima , Marzà-Florensa Anna , Rahimov Uzeyir , Isayeva Mahluga , Alasgarli Shahana , Musayeva Afag , Gahramanova Sona , Ibrahimov Firdovsi , Aliyev Farid , Imanov Galib , Rasulova Rahmana , Vaartjes Ilonca , Klipstein-Grobusch Kerstin , Graham Ian , Grobbee Diederick E
Published: July 2023

Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are two common comorbidities that share similar pathophysiological mechanisms. There is a growing interest in the potential of targeted therapies to improve outcomes in patients with coexisting HFrEF and NAFLD. This manuscript reviews current and potential therapies for patients with coexisting HFrEF and NAFLD. Pharmacological therapies, including angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors/angiotensin receptor blockers, mineralocorticoids receptor antagonist, and sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors, have been shown to reduce fibrosis and fat deposits in the liver. However, there are currently no data showing the beneficial effects of sacubitril/valsartan, ivabradine, hydralazine, isosorbide nitrates, digoxin, or beta blockers on NAFLD in patients with HFrEF. This study highlights the importance of considering HFrEF and NAFLD when developing treatment plans for patients with these comorbidities. Further research is needed in patients with coexisting HFrEF and NAFLD, with an emphasis on novel therapies and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach for managing these complex comorbidities.
A sectoral perspective on the persistence of economic sentiment: mere transitory effect or a long memory process?
Authors: Lolić Ivana , Sorić Petar , Logarušić Marija
Published: July 2023

Opposing the mainstream view that economic sentiment conveys information of purely short-term relevance, we assess the long memory characteristics of confidence indicators derived from Business and Consumer Surveys (BCS). We utilize a battery of fractional integration tests on five sectoral BCS indicators in 28 European economies. Conforming to social learning theory, we find that the examined confidence indicators in all five sectors exhibit noteworthy persistence. This finding stays intact in various robustness checks: across countries and for different fractional integration test specifications. Nevertheless, post hoc comparisons reveal that confidence in the construction and consumer sectors exhibits considerably more intensive persistence than in the industry, retail trade, and services. Since it is evident that shocks in economic sentiment have long-term or permanent effects, this calls for a revival of Keynesian ideas and the stabilization role of well-thought and timely countercyclical economic policy measures.
Growth trajectories and political economy in a Structuralist open economy model
Authors: Porcile Gabriel , Spinola Danilo , Yajima Giuliano
Published: July 2023

This paper presents a set of growth and distribution models for open developing economies under different political economy regimes. These regimes give rise to different institutional frameworks which in turn shape macroeconomic outcomes. We focus on three cases: (1) a pure developmentalist state, (2) conflicting claims between workers and government, and (3) an open capital account under a Neoliberal coalition. The equilibrium growth rate is defined by the Balance-of-Payments (BOP) constraint. Cumulative causation à la Kaldor in periods in which the depreciation of the real exchange rate temporarily raises the equilibrium growth rate allows (under certain conditions) for a process of learning that transforms the income elasticity of exports and hence the BOP-constrained rate of growth in the long run. The model produces a variety of outcomes that explains some of the contradictory results reported in the empirical literature in terms of different constellations of power and institutions.
On empirical tests of Thirlwall’s law: a reply to Professor McCombie’s rejoinder
Authors: Blecker Robert A.
Published: July 2023

Professor McCombie has provided a thoughtful response to my previous argument about a potential near-tautology in conventional empirical tests of Thirlwall’s law. I accept his characterization of the argument as requiring that the estimated equations must be equivalent to ‘regressions through the origin,’ which could perhaps be called a ‘statistical coincidence’ if one does not like the term ‘near-tautology.’ More importantly, tests for equality between the balance-of-payments equilibrium growth rate and the long-run average growth rate do not directly test for the adjustment mechanism that occurs in response to balance-of-payments disequilibria. Other statistical methods as well as the use of ‘historical-structural analysis’ are needed to identify whether the main adjusting variable is national income or relative prices. This Reply also defends the way balance-of-payments–constrained growth was modeled in my co-authored work with Carlos Ibarra and highlights our use of the historical-structural approach applied to Mexico.
Intuitive Eating and Eating Disorders Among Adults: A Relationship Analysis
Authors: ÇİFTÇİ Seda , DEMİR Hülya , ÇALIM Tansu
Published: July 2023

Aim: We aimed to investigate the relationship between eating disorders (EDs) and intuitive eating (IE) in adults.

Material and Method: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 200 adults aged 25-55 years were randomly selected. The Eating Attitude Test 40 (EAT 40) and the Intuitive Eating Scale-2 (IES-2) were used to evaluate eating attitudes and IE, respectively. Sociodemographic characteristics were also recorded.

Results: We found 38 participants with EDs and 162 participants without EDs. The IES-2 and its sub-dimensions scores did not differ significantly between participants with and without EDs. No significant correlation was observed between EAT-40 and IES-2 scores or IES-2 sub-dimensions scores. However, a significant negative correlation was found between Unconditional Permission to Eat (UPE) scores and age (r=-0.170, p
The effects of the interaction of vascular endothelial cells and vascular smooth muscle cells on PCSK9 and NF-kB protein expression in vascular smooth muscle cells
Authors: YURTSEVEN Ece , BAYSAL Kemal , Yılmaz AYDOĞAN Hülya , ÖZTÜRK Oğuz
Published: July 2023

Amaç: Ateroskleroz dünyada görülen en sık ölüm sebebidir. Ateroskleroz inflamatuar bir hastalık olup, damar duvarı
hücrelerinde belirgin şekil ve fonksiyon değişikliklerine neden
olur. Damar duvarındaki ana hücreler olan endotel hücreleri
ile düz kas hücrelerinin ateroskleroz sırasında iletişim halinde
oldukları bilinen bir gerçek olmakla beraber, bu iletişimin mekanizmaları net değildir. PCSK9 ise hiperlipidemi etyolojisinde
yer alan bir molekül olmakla birlikte, damar duvar hücrelerinde ateroksleroz sırasında artar ve damar duvar hücrelerine
direk aterosklerotik etkileri vardır. Çalışmamızda aterojenik
etkenlere maruz kalan endotel hücrelerinin, düz kas hücrelerinde yaptığı değişiklikleri ve inflamasyonun en önemli molekülü olan NF-kB ve direct aterosklerotik etkileri son zamanlarda keşfedilmiş olan PCSK9 protein ekspresyonlarına olan
etkilerini araştırdık.
Metod: İnsan umblikal veninden izole edilen hücreler (HUVEC) ayrı ayrı 24 saat boyunca 300 µM hidrojen peroksit
(H2O2), 40 µg/ml okside LDL (Ox-LDL) %5 sigara duman
ekstraktı (SDE) ile inkübe edildi, 24 saat sonra aterojenik etkenlere maruz kalan endotel hücrelerinin süpernatantları
uygun işlemlerden sonra insan aortic düz kas hücrelerinin
(HAVSMC) inkübe edilmesi için kullanıldı. Düz kas hücrelerinden 48 saat sonra protein ekstraksiyonu yapılarak Western
Blot yöntemiyle analiz edildi.
Bulgular: Aterojenik maddelere maruz kalan HUVEC’lerde
canlılığın korunduğu saptandı. Bu maddelere maruz kalan
endotel hücre süpernatantları ile inkübe edilen HASMC’de belirgin bir morfolojik değişiklik saptandı. %5 SDE ve 300 µM
H2O2’ye maruz kalan endotel hücre süpernatantları ile inkübe edilen HASMC’lerde NF-kB (sırasıyla p=0.024,p=0.043)ve PCSK9 protein (p=0.034, p=0.0137) ekspresyonları artmış
bulundu. Ox-LDL’ye maruz kalan endotel hücre süpernatantı
ile inkübe edilen HASMC’lerde ise PCSK9 ekspresyonu artmış
olup (p=0.037), NF-kB ekspresyonunda anlamlı bir artış izlenmemiştir. (p=0.89)
Sonuç: Çalışmamızın sonucunda aterojenik etkenlere maruz
kalan endotel hücrelerinin, damar düz kas üzerinde değişikliklere neden olduğu,damar düz kas hücrelerindeki PCSK9 ve
NF-kB ekspresyonunu arttırdığı gözlenmiştir.
Virtuous Empathy
Authors: Neubarth Fernando
Published: July 2023

More and more institutions such as PANLAR are promoting closer relationships with patients. A truth that good doctors have always known. We need to listen to them more, they have a lot to teach us.
PERBEDAAN PENGETAHUAN SEBELUM DAN SESUDAH PENYULUHAN PENGELOLAAN SAMPAH PADA MASYARAKAT
Authors: Erena Nadila Putri , Kusumaningtiar Devi Angeliana , Vionalita Gisely , Swamilaksita Prita Dhyani , Rumana Nanda Aula
Published: July 2023

The waste problem is a social phenomenon that needs attention from all parties because every human being must produce waste, on the other hand, people do not want to be close to garbage.Handling of waste is still a challenge because there is still waste generation. The effectiveness and efficiency of waste handling. Therefore, it is necessary to have a waste handler at the district/city level. This study aims to analyze differences in knowledge of waste management in Jalan Letjend Sarbini Margajaya, South Bekasi in 2022. This study uses a cross-sectional quantitative research type, namely data related to the independent variable and the dependent variable, collected at the same time. Primary data collection was obtained from questionnaires and secondary data collection was the name of the residents from the head of RT 002. Respondents in this study were 30 people. Data analysis was carried out univariate and bivariate using the normality test and then continued with the Wilcoxon test because there was an abnormal data distribution. The results of this study indicate that there is a difference in knowledge before and after counseling about waste management. With a p-value in the normality test of 0.01/data not normally distributed, it was continued with the Wilcoxon test and obtained a p-value of 0.00 <0.05 then it was stated that there was a difference in knowledge before and after the waste management counseling in RT002 RW 001 Margajaya, South Bekasi.
Penguatan Sistem Pengawasan dalam Penyelenggaran Tahapan Pemilu 2024
Authors: Sumardi Sumardi
Published: July 2023

This paper aims to find out an analysis of how to build and strengthen the Oversight System in the Implementation of the 2024 Election Stages in Indonesia. The methodology used in this study uses a literature study approach, and data collection is carried out by examining and exploring reputable scientific journals and other supporting documents related to the focus of the study. The results of the study concluded that first, supervision must cover all stages of the election, starting from the preparation, implementation, to the announcement of the results. This will ensure that the electoral process is fair and transparent. Second, the surveillance system must be supported by sophisticated and secure technology. In this case, election organizers need to ensure that their system can detect and prevent cyber manipulation and attacks. Third, the oversight system must include active and involved public participation. This can be achieved by conducting training and providing sufficient information to voters and the general public about the electoral process, as well as providing easy access to election supervisors and observers. Fourth, the role of election supervisors and observers must be recognized and respected by all parties involved in elections. , including election administrators, political parties, and prospective candidates. This will ensure that election supervisors and observers can carry out their duties effectively and without pressure or threats and fifth, an effective monitoring system must be supported by clear and firm rules and laws.
Analisis Efektivitas Retribusi terhadap Pendapatan Asli Daerah di Kabupaten Maros
Authors: Nurjaya Muhammad
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine and analyze the effectiveness of retribution on regional original income in Maros Regency. The data used in this study are secondary data, research data obtained through intermediary media or indirectly in the form of books, records of the annual financial reports of the regional revenue service office (DISPENDA). The analytical method in this study uses simple linear regression analysis, to determine the effect of the independent variable, namely retribution (x) on the dependent variable, namely local revenue (y). Correlation coefficient to determine whether or not the linear relationship between variables is strong, Determination coefficient to determine the strength of the independent variable, namely retribution (x) on the dependent variable, namely regional original income (y). The results of the study found that the magnitude of the influence of the independent variable, namely retribution (x) on the dependent variable, namely the original income of blood (y), was 50.9 or 50.9%.
Osmanlı Türk Kültür Havzasında Yetişmiş Bir Makedon Şair: Grigor Pırliçev (1830-1893)
Authors: PARS Melahat , ÇÖLMEKÇİOĞLU Filiz
Published: July 2023

19. yüzyıl Makedon edebiyatında önemli bir yere sahip Grigor Pırliçev edebiyatın farklı türlerinde çok sayıda eser yazmış ve eserlerinin birçoğunda Yunan ve Bulgar hegemonyasına karşı mücadele sürecini anlatmıştır. Panslavist hayallerinden hiçbir zaman vazgeçmeyen Pırliçev aslında en büyük hayal kırıklığını bu alanda yaşamıştır. Çok sayıda eser yazan ve birçok çevirisi olan Pırliçev eserlerini farklı dillerde kaleme almış, ayrıca gazete ve dergiler için de makaleler yazmıştır. Pırliçev'in en önemli eserleri arasında şiir alanında “Serdar”, “İskender Bey”, nesir alanında ise “Özgeçmişim” çalışmaları yer alır. Pırliçev eserlerinin çoğunda halk yaratıcılığından faydalanır ve halk motiflerini kendine has bir üslupla dile getirir. Pırliçev’in yaratıcılığında kullandığı dil de belirli dönemlerde farklılık gösterir. En başarılı eserini Yunanca yazmasına rağmen zaman içinde tüm Slavların anlayacağını ümit ettiği “Genel Slavca”yı kullanmaya özen gösterir. Yaratıcılığına mükemmel bildiği Yunanca ile yazmaya devam etmek istemediği için Panslavist ideallere kapılan Pırliçev, tüm Slavların aralarında anlaşabileceği Genel Slavcayı yaratmaya çalışır. Grigor Pırliçev’in eserlerinde özellikle “Serdar” ve “İskender Bey” poemasında klasik Yunan edebiyatının etkileri görülür. Klasik Edebiyat’tan ve özellikle Homeros'un eserlerinden etkilendiği için onun şiirsel ifadelerini kullanmaktan çekinmez.
Estudo cinético da co-pirólise do lodo da indústria de celulose e papel e casca de café
Authors: Massucatti Canal Hilson Henrique , Rodrigues Teles Cláudia , Shimosakai de Lira Taisa , Padovani Xavier Thiago
Published: July 2023

Com o avanço tecnológico, a utilização da biomassa como fonte energética se tornou uma alternativa à utilização de combustíveis fósseis, pois, contribuem para a redução da emissão dos gases de efeito estufa. O lodo da indústria de celulose e papel e as cascas de café possuem grande potencial de utilização para fins energéticos, principalmente pela sua composição, com alta concentração de matéria orgânica. Desta forma, este trabalho tem o objetivo de avaliar o potencial desses resíduos para aplicação em processos termoquímicos de conversão, mais especificamente a co-pirólise. Foi avaliado o comportamento da degradação térmica de misturas de 0, 25, 50, 75 e 100% de casca de café e lodo, em massa, bem como foram estimados os parâmetros cinéticos e termodinâmicos por meio da análise termogravimétrica. A casca de café apresentou baixo teor de umidade, 11,33%, e alto teor de sólidos voláteis, 73,64%, enquanto o lodo apresentou alto teor de umidade e sólidos voláteis, 60,63 e 67,24% respectivamente, tornando-se essencial o emprego de tecnologias de desaguamento a montante dos processos de aproveitamento energético. A cinética das reações de pirólise foi investigada, com três etapas da reação, tais como, liberação de voláteis leves e zona ativa e passiva de pirólise. Ainda, o estudo da sinergia entre os dois resíduos apontou que a adição de 75% de lodo da indústria de celulose e papel na composição da amostra para todas as taxas de aquecimento foi positiva quanto a geração de voláteis na reação. Desta forma, considerando que a geração desses resíduos é crescente e com base nas premissas da gestão de resíduos sólidos, concluiu-se que a pirólise e co-pirólise das biomassas é aconselhável, pois, trata-se de uma alternativa de destinação final social, econômico e ambientalmente viável para resíduos que são potencialmente danosos ao meio ambiente.
The future of light-duty vehicles in Brazil: tendencies and challenges for a greener fleet
Authors: Sacco Rafael Luis , Frigo Murilo Miceno
Published: July 2023

This work aims to analyze the possible Brazilian solutions for a cleaner light-duty vehicles fleet and discuss the challenges of adopting the main alternatives: (i) natural gas and biomethane, (ii) electrification and hybrids, and (iii) biofuels, consisting of qualitative analysis through bibliographic and exploratory research. A table shows the landmarks, future perspectives, and challenges for developing each alternative tackled in this work. The Petroleum Crisis in 1973 was a landmark for energetic Brazilian history. Due to the high petroleum prices in the mid-1970s, the Brazilian government and entrepreneurs took concrete actions toward alternative fuel solutions. Brazil has peculiar characteristics that can make electrification not the best or the only solution for a greener fleet. Brazil must find its path toward a low-carbon economy without throwing away its already know-how and traditional experienced trajectory.
Cabaran Guru Melaksanakan Pendekatan Bermain dalam PdP di Prasekolah
Authors: Abdul Rashid Ili Raihana , Mohamed Suziyani
Published: July 2023

Pelbagai pendekatan pengajaran telah diperkenalkan untuk diaplikasikan di prasekolah. Salah satu pendekatan yang turut diberi perhatian pada masa kini ialah pendekatan bermain. Buktinya, pendekatan ini telah disenaraikan dalam Kurikulum Standard Prasekolah Kebangsaan (KSPK) dan diberi penekanan dalam prinsip Amalan Bersesuaian Perkembangan (ABP) yang telah diperkenalkan oleh National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). United Nation Children’s Fund (UNICEF) juga telah memperakui kepentingan pendekatan bermain dalam pembelajaran awal kanak-kanak. Kajian ini dijalankan untuk meneroka cabaran guru melaksanakan pendekatan bermain dalam PdP di prasekolah. Cabaran yang dihadapi oleh guru seharusnya diatasi kerana cabaran yang timbul boleh menyebabkan berlakunya tekanan yang membawa kepada “burnout” pada guru. Tekanan pada guru menyebabkan guru kurang yakin dan kurang motivasi untuk menjalankan pendekatan bermain di prasekolah. Kajian ini merupakan kajian kualitatif yang menggunakan reka bentuk kajian kes dan teknik persampelan bertujuan. Instrumen protokol temu bual dan kaedah temu bual semi struktur dipilih untuk dijalankan pada empat orang guru prasekolah Tadika PASTI (Pusat Asuhan Tunas Islam) di daerah Kulai. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan cabaran yang timbul seperti peruntukan masa, pengurusan bahan bantu mengajar (bbm), kemahiran guru serta sokongan pentadbir dan ibu bapa boleh diatasi dengan baik apabila guru mempunyai daya tahan yang tinggi terhadap segala bentuk cabaran. Kesimpulannya, cabaran yang dikemukakan dapat diatasi oleh guru kerana mereka mempunyai sifat kreatif iaitu bijak mengatur dan merancang sesi PdP. Oleh itu, guru seharusnya bijak mencari ruang dan peluang dalam melaksanakan pendekatan bermain dalam PdP di prasekolah dengan mencuba meminimumkan cabaran yang wujud.
Islamic Work Ethic, Employee Engagement, and Organizational Citizenship Behavior among Public Servants: A Review Paper
Authors: Azhari Nurul Nadhira Amalin , Abdullah Thani Ayu Kamareenna , Amran Atiela , Sakarji Siti Rosnita , Burdhan Wan Nur Nalisa
Published: July 2023

In addition to carrying out numerous national economic transformation initiatives, public sector workers must also meet the growing demands and expectations of the Malaysian people. To improve the effectiveness of government service delivery to the public, public sector employees with organisational citizenship behaviours that voluntarily go above and beyond their job performance expectations are greatly sought after. Despite not being formally established as a code of conduct for government organisations in Malaysia, the majority of the country's public workers have embraced the Islamic Work Ethic (IWE), which has a substantial impact on a range of workplace habits. The indirect relationship between Islamic work ethic and OCB via employee engagement suggests that when employees with strong intrinsic values encounter a favourable attitude such as employee engagement, their OCB improves.