bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Arid Rangeland Degradation and Its Driving Forces in Southern Hodna, Algeria
Authors: Sahnouni Razika , Abdesselam Salah
Published: October 2023

The Algerian steppes frequently experience droughts and significant anthropogenic activities than harm its natural resources, endangering the fragile arid ecosystem’s balance. Hence, an analysis of steppe degradation can be instrumental in initiating remedial measures in the region. This study aims to assess the level of rangeland degradation in the southern Hodna region, a crucial component of the steppe landscape, and analyse the factors driving this degradation. The methodology employed a supervised classification technique, using multi-temporal remote sensing imagery from 1987 to 2016 to analyse land cover distribution. Furthermore, land cover dynamics were combined with carefully selected climatic and anthropogenic data, which were then subjected to canonical correspondece analysis to identify the primary drivers of rangeland degradation. The results reveal a sustained change in land cover dynamics, with a no table 48.65 % reduction in the rangeland class. Simultaneously, there has been a continuous expansion in sand dunes, rangeland degradation, and agriculture classes. It is worth noting that canonical correspondence analysis reveals stronger associations between rangeland degradation and anthropogenic factors than climatic factors. Finally, the study offers crucial insights into rangeland degradation in southern Hodna, aiding policymakers and land managers in developing sustainable development strategies for the region.
In memory of Stanislav Martinát (1976–2023)
Authors: Frantál Bohumil , Bartke Stephan , Chodkowska-Miszczuk Justyna , Golubchikov Oleg , Greer-Wootten Bryn , Klapka Pavel , Klusáček Petr , Krzysztofik Robert , Kulla Marián , Ondráčková Miroslava , Pasqualetti Martin J. , Horst Dan Van Der
Published: October 2023

On Sunday, August 13, 2023, Stanislav Martinát – a respected Czech geographer and member of the Editorial Board of Moravian Geographical Reports journal – died after a short serious illness at the age of 47. Despite his relatively young age, Stanislav Martinát was one of the most productive and the most cited Czech geographers. He is the author or coauthor of over 100 peer-reviewed articles, of which more than 70 were published in journals indexed in the Web of Science database. This article is a collection of personal memories from people from different workplaces from several countries who had the opportunity to work with Stanislav (Standa) and to share a part of their life stage with him.
Photomultiplier tube signal conditioning for high-temperature applications
Authors: Zezuliński Kacper , Broslawski Andrzej , Slipukhin Ivan , Guzik Zbigniew , Krakowski Tomasz , Burakowski Szymon , Kaźmierczak Łukasz , Łubian Grzegorz , Milewski Piotr , Saworska Gabriela , Trela Krystian
Published: October 2023

Ionizing radiation detection in harsh environment conditions often requires additional signal processing to match the requirements of the commercial data readout systems. The subject of this paper is the design of the high-temperature (HT) signal conditioning module that ensures the applicability of scintillation detectors that utilize photomultiplier tubes (PMT) with moderate sampling rate instrumentation. The design was developed for the operation in HT environments (up to 120°C). In order to achieve the optimal signal shape, the module combines a charge amplifier and a low-pass filtering circuitry. An embedded power supply section makes it a complete, standalone unit requiring a single 12 V supplying line. A comprehensive analysis of the developed device, named “PreAmp Shape”, was conducted in order to prove the intended functionality over the different working conditions.
Impact of remittances on exports and economic growth: a cross country analysis
Authors: Shah Imtiyaz Ahmad
Published: October 2023

We present robust results on the impact of remittances on exports and economic growth for panel data sets of 38 high-income and 50 middle-income countries for 2000-2020. First, we estimate the impact of remittances on exports after controlling economic growth. By panel dynamic panel estimation, when regressing remittances on exports, remittances show an inverse U-shaped relationship with a threshold value of ln(12.63) for high-income and ln(15.66) middle-income countries above which exports begin to rise. Economic growth is showing a positive and significant impact on exports. Second, we estimate the impact of remittances and exports on economic growth after controlling various macro determinants of economic growth. On economic growth, remittances present a U-shaped relationship with threshold value ln (12.63) for higher income and ln(15.66) for lower-income countries above which economic growth starts to decline. Exports are showing a positive and significant effect on economic growth. A 100% increase in exports leads to a 15% and 12% increase in exports of high-income and middle-income countries. The other variables like physical capital per labour and human capital are showing a positive and significant impact on economic growth. Government expenditure has a negative coefficient, thus, it deteriorates economic growth.
The influence of the introduction of public transportation lanes in the municipality of Bucharest
Authors: Mihai Maleanu , Adrian Burlacu
Published: October 2023

The city of Bucharest together with Ilfov county form an urban agglomeration with over 2.2 million inhabitants. Currently, due to exceeding the traffic capacity of the capital’s ring road, the only possibility to travel North - South or East - West is through the city centre. The public transport network in the city of Bucharest lacks lanes dedicated to public transport, the lack of an extensive network of adaptive traffic lights and traffic lights that give priority to public transport. Also, the high degree of vehicle loading of the street network leads to a low level of service both in the morning peak hour and in the afternoon rush hour, leading to low transport speeds of surface public transport. In this article, the possibilities of introducing dedicated public transport lanes in the city of Bucharest are identified, quantifying the reduction in travel times. In addition, some technical solutions regarding the necessary infrastructure for the introduction of lanes dedicated to public transport vehicles and possible traffic regulation measures are presented.
Reliability of Methods for Determination of Stress History Parameters in Soils
Authors: Wdowska Małgorzata , Lipiński Mirosław J.
Published: October 2023

Stress history acquired by any cohesive soil influences, to a large extent, three groups of fundamental properties indispensable in geotechnical design i.e. state of soil, shear strength, and stiffness characteristics. The basic stress history parameter (from which other parameters are derived) determined directly from laboratory tests is a preconsolidation stress σ′
p. Since the first method proposed by Casagrande in 1936, value σ′
p is determined in the oedometer test as a border between overconsolidated (OC) and normally consolidated (NC) zones. Approach based on division between predominantly elastic, (recoverable) strain, and plastic (irrecoverable) strain is a main principle of several methods of σ′
p determination, which have been proposed over the past eighty-six years.

Accumulated experiences have revealed that any laboratory procedure based on the oedometer test does not provide realistic value of preconsolidation stress, especially in heavy preconsolidated soils. The major reason for that results from the fact that the mechanism responsible for natural overconsolidation is more complicated than mechanical preloading. Therefore, there is a necessity to reevaluate effectiveness of standard methods and look for another solution of evaluation yield stress σ′
Y in natural soils.

This article presents the comparison between σ′
Y determined for various soils with use of standard methods based on conventional oedometer test and yield stress determined on the basis of alternative procedures. The latter are represented by various approaches as e.g. based on SHANSEP procedure or initial shear modulus and others. The most promising among these alternative methods is a new concept based on dilatancy phenomenon that takes place during shearing of a dense soil. The parameter reflecting stress history is derived from pore pressure response and is based on characteristic values of Skempton's parameter A record. Consistency of data concerning stress history parameters profile obtained for deep subsoil on the basis of various methods is shown for comparison.
Indian Government Schemes Based Analysis on Women Empowerment In Financial Inclusion
Authors: Singh Tanu , Pande Sarveshwar
Published: October 2023

In general Women belonging to villages tend to spend the maximum of their time in household activities without any hesitation. In return, they don’t receive any merits or credits from the family and society. This paper aims in conducting detailed research work based on, the understanding found among women folk belonging to lower-middle-class women and poor income about the need for financial inclusion. The study was carried out in Ludhiana, Punjab among women from low-income and lower-middle-class households. Out of 1000 approaches, 757 respondents replied (75%). Later the data were organized and analyzed for the results. To make the work stronger a conceptual framework was framed. The tests like one-way ANOVA and Post-Hoc tests were also carried out. The outcomes showed that there are major differences seen when women are empowered and occupied they are reflecting positively on financial inclusion.
The Examination of the Relationship Between Foreign Direct Investment and Trade in Turkey: ARDL Approach
Authors: Ilham Karimov Mehman , Vaqif Nesirov Elcin , Calal Zeynalli Elay
Published: October 2023

This paper is aimed to examine the effect of Foreign Direct Investment inflow on Trade (Export, Import) in Turkey. The study copes the time span from 2006 Q2 to 2019 Q4. The time series datasets, those are retrieved from CBT and FRED database are used in applied econometrical methods such as ADF, PP, Zivot Andrews Unit Root Tests, ARDL bounds testing approach, and the Granger Causality tests, to accomplish the statistical part of the research. Based on the findings, it was supported that there was a positive relationship between FDI and Trade. Additionally, the outputs of Granger causality test indicated that there is a unidirectional causality running from FDI to Trade (Export and Import).
The validity and reliability of writing attitude scale for EFL learners in the Indonesian context
Authors: Setyowati Lestari , Karmina Sari , Sukmawan Sony , Shafie Latisha Asmaak
Published: October 2023

Having a positive attitude in writing is very important since the positive attitude will make the students approach writing in a good way and will enable them to finish the writing task well. Thus, an appropriate instrument to measure the writing attitude is needed. Yet, scarce research is dedicated to investigating the validity and reliability of the writing attitude scale. This research is intended to investigate the validity and reliability of the writing attitude scale adapted from Podsen (1997) which was originally developed from the Daly-Miller Writing Apprehension Test (Daly Miler, 1975b). The design of this study was an observational, non-experimental study with a cross-sectional design, in which the researchers focused on analyzing Podsen’s (1997) Writing Attitude Scale (WAS). The population of the study was 96 students who took the Essay Writing course in the English Department, at a public university in East Java. The data were in the form of numbers on an ordinal scale. The researchers used the Content Validity Ratio (CVR) to analyze the validity and Cronbach alpha to check the inter-item correlation coefficient in SPSS 25. The result of the study shows that the CVR analysis was 1, and all items in the questionnaire were valid (p=.000≤.000) as shown in the Pearson product-moment analysis. Secondly, the internal consistency of Podsen’s (1997) Writing Attitude Scale was high (r.877). This implies that the instrument is applicable because it possesses validity and is highly reliable in measuring students’ writing attitudes.
The use of Vietnamese in English phonology classes: Voices from tertiary teachers and students
Authors: Le Thao Quang , Nguyen Cuong Huy
Published: October 2023

Using the mother tongue (L1) to improve four English language skills, namely listening, reading, writing, and speaking for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students, and to enhance their understanding and learning process has been investigated throughout the years. However, very few studies focus on the context of Vietnamese as the L1 in a course related to English language components such as an English phonology course. Therefore, this research focuses on the use of Vietnamese by lecturers and students in this course. Specifically, the study explores teachers’ and students’ perceptions of using Vietnamese and how they used it in these courses. A five-point Likert scale questionnaire was distributed to 238 students majoring in English language studies at one of the universities in Vietnam to determine their perception and practice. Meanwhile, semi-structured interviews were also conducted with five lecturers of an English phonology course. The data from the questionnaire was analyzed descriptively and thematic analysis was used to analyze the responses from the interviews. The findings revealed that all the lecturers and students used Vietnamese primarily for academic purposes, strongly supporting its use in an English Phonology class. The results also showed that L1 played an important role in learning and teaching. In addition, students showed considerably positive attitudes towards the use of Vietnamese in this classroom context. The study provides some suggestions to enhance the use of L1 in classes related to English language components, and recommendations for future research.
Clickbait and translation: Proposing a typology of online news headline transcreation strategies
Authors: Untari Lilik , Purnomo SF. Luthfie Arguby , Purnama SF. Lukfianka Sanjaya , Giyoto Giyoto
Published: October 2023

Clickbait has been widely studied within the online news headline context; however, it is still understudied under the umbrella of transcreation. By employing the theory of transcreation by Gaballo (2012) and news headline tabloidization/clickbaiting presentation by Reinemann et al. (2012) on a corpus of online news headlines in a qualitative research design, we argued that news headline is transcreated for a clickbaiting purpose through the use particular linguistic features as the strategies. Those linguistic features are bombasting, referencing, and bamboozling. The first refers to the use of high-sounding or hyperbolic expressions, the second to popular references, and the last to multi-interpretable expressions. Each of the three transcreation strategies has what we call the degree of transferability. Through the degree of transferability, whether or not a translated online news headline might fall into the category of translation, transcreation, or in between could be revealed. The degrees of transferability might also reveal how bombasting, referencing, and bamboozling influence the categorization. The findings of the study could be employed as a guideline for news translation scholars and practitioners in reviewing and assessing the translation of online news headlines regarding the tendency of the tabloidization use in the clickbait context. Future studies could address the issues of the identities of news sites, news sites, and news readers as a parameter in assessing the quality of news headline translation or transcreation.
Differences in the effects of Task Repetition Techniques on the fluency development of ESL learners
Authors: Kakoti Sujata , Doley Sarat Kumar
Published: October 2023

In an attempt to compare the effects of interleaved and blocked practice on L2 fluency development, 44 adolescent Indian English as L2 learners were given fluency training in English for three months. The participants in the blocked group engaged in task repetition practice of speaking English sentences in a predictable sequence of task repetition, i.e., aaaa, bbbb, cccc, and dddd, in the first 16 sessions. The sequence of the task repetition practice in the interleaved group was arranged using the technique of spacing and mixing, i.e., abcd, abbd, aacc, and bdcd, in the first 16 sessions. The mean values of the English fluency scores of the interleaved and blocked group in the two intermediate fluency tests in the middle of the training and one achievement test at the end showed no statistically significant difference in fluency development as the p-value of the comparison in a repeated measures ANOVA test was .29 representing low F value of 1.16 and effect size of .05. The participants in the blocked group, however, demonstrated a minor growth in fluency development from slow and hesitant speech behavior to occasional self-correction or repetition in a long speech in the later stages of the fluency training in English. The systematic manipulation of the sequence of the tasks to be practiced incorporating high similarity or stimuli retrieval in blocked practice might be more effective in fluency development in L2 than interleaving. As interleaving causes anxiety among beginners, it might not be an appropriate method of task repetition in the initial stage of fluency practice in L2.
Dysphemism in the form of hatred and profanity towards forest destroyers in Indonesian poetry
Authors: Harun Mohd. , Artika Wiwit , Wildan Wildan
Published: October 2023

Environmental challenges have inspired poets to use poetry as media to convey protest, sadness, or anger toward environmental damage. As a form of artistic expression, poetry is a powerful medium to convey concerns about ecology. This study aims to describe expressions of dysphemism in the form of hatred and profanity towards forest destroyers in Indonesian poetry. This qualitative study collected data from the three anthologies, namely (1) Riwayat Asap Membungkam Jerebu Lewat Sastra (The History of Smoke Silencing Haze through Literature), (2) Puisi Hijau Resonansi Serindit (Green Poetry: The Resonance of the Magpie Robin), and (3) Metamorfosis Rimba Sehimpun Puisi Hijau Warga SMA Cendana dan Penyair Tamu (Metamorphosis of the Jungle: A Collection of Green Poetry by Cendana High School Students and Guest Poets). The data were analyzed based on the theory of ecocriticism. The study shows that Indonesian poets (1) expressed hatred using the diction of greed combined with avarice expressions, and (2) expressed profanity using curse expressions. These dictions or expressions show that Indonesian poets are concerned about nature’s existence. If the situation is reversed, i.e., the forest and the earth are damaged, poets can act harshly according to the context and situation; they hate and condemn through their poetry. Through the use of dysphemism, environmental poetry encourages reflection and awareness of environmental damage caused by irresponsible human actions. The poem invites readers to consider the consequences of these actions and encourages changes in behavior to protect nature.
Place naming in Aceh: The genesis and generic patterns of toponyms in Banda Aceh and Greater Aceh
Authors: Aziz Zulfadli A. , Dewi Cut , Amalina Zahria
Published: October 2023

Studies conducted on documenting toponymic histories and issues of place name taxonomy and etymology in the Acehnese language are few to begin with. As names of villages in Aceh suggest, it indicates that many indigenous place names in the province seem to be redundant and possibly rooted from landscape formations. This study investigates the role of geographical and environmental as well as migration possibilities on their toponymy by using the descriptive method. The data were obtained from Acehnese village names in Banda Aceh and Greater Aceh areas, and observation and in-depth interviews were also used as instruments. The data were analyzed using the model proposed by Miles et al. (2014). The results of this study demonstrate the history and etymology of similar names of villages in Greater Aceh and Banda Aceh areas. However, those names are not related to the migration of people. In general, place naming in Aceh was based on the genesis of the naming and the generic pattern. The former was associated with the specific object or entity, the historical reasons and use of specific-word oriented, whereas the latter was mainly succeeding word-forming elements that followed different patterns of lexicon combinations and loan-words. This study shows that toponyms consist of a multi-facetted structure, which entails different features according to situations.
Inocuidad y soberanía alimentaria en gastronomía tradicional del centro y Montaña de Guerrero: una revisión crítica
Authors: Arellano-Narváez Rebeca , Escamilla-García Pablo Emilio , Zavala-Cortés Aidé
Published: October 2023

Objetivo: generar un compendio de información teórica sobre la inocuidad alimentaria y su importancia para la producción de alimentos de autoconsumo en la región del centro y Montaña de Guerrero en México. Metodología: este documento presenta una revisión integral y sistemática sobre la alimentación tradicional y su relación con la soberanía e inocuidad alimentaria tomando como región de estudio al centro y Montaña de Guerrero. Resultados: en primera instancia se da una visión socioeconómica de la región para entender la realidad de las poblaciones rurales con alto grado de marginación. Posteriormente se analizan los conceptos de la soberanía alimentaria y la inocuidad de los alimentos artesanales que son un rasgo distintivo y que integra la cultura de estas poblaciones. Finalmente se discuten las barreras para alcanzar esta soberanía alimentaria en la región de estudio. Limitaciones: se abarca una sola zona de estudio de muchas otras que actualmente se encuentran en estado de marginación. Además, es una investigación de alcance teórico que pretende reflexionar sobre el tema de soberanía e inocuidad alimentaria y los factores alrededor de éste. Conclusiones: la investigación pretende abonar a la discusión de cómo la soberanía alimentaria y la inocuidad se relacionan en la alimentación básica en poblaciones rurales con alto grado de marginación, pero con una cultura ampliamente arraigada.
Grassroots Democracy and Local Governance Issues: Perspective from Rural India
Authors: Faheem Mohd
Published: October 2023

Objective: This paper aims to focus on grassroots democracy in India and also to find out the role local self-government for the development of rural India and its challenges to govern.
 
Methods: The methodological path taken by using the secondary based data to find out the local government system and governance in India. The method approach was qualitative descriptive research.
 
Results and conclusion: The Panchayati Raj system of local self-government was introduced by the 73rd Amendment of the Constitution of India which influenced the village life extensively as one of the most important units of democratic decentralization. Seventy-third Constitutional Amendment Act, ‘Empowering People for Prosperity´, brings out a significant change in the attitude, behavior and performance of the rustic folk in India. There are more than 250,000 local government bodies across India with nearly 3.1 million elected representatives. This paper reveals forward states provide good governance through the local government in the core areas of development with execution of plans in rural India and on the other hand, backward states are lack in governance due to nature the corruption laden politics exist in those states.
 
Implication of the research:  This study sums up with the significance of grassroots democracy and its role in the development of rural India and at the same time to highlights the hurdle in the governance ecosystem of local governments in rural India.
 
Originality/value: The value of this study lies in its focus on a relatively aspect of grassroots governance system in India. It addresses a significant gap in the current literature, providing fresh insights into governance system in rural India and the strengthen the grassroots democracy.
Столичные муниципалитеты в субъектах ДФО (в условиях проведения малой муниципальной реформы)
Authors: Будаев Батор Солбонович
Published: October 2023

В большинстве российских городов перешли к системе непрямых выборов мэров. Важным для исследования становится вопрос того, как и в каких условиях осуществлялся этот переход и насколько вероятно, возвращение к системе прямых выборов мэра. Наряду с выборами мэра столичного округа актуальным является анализ их парламентской составляющей. В частности, нас интересовал вопрос того, насколько управляемыми они стали после перехода к смешанной системе и возвращения к практике выборов по мажоритарной системе и /или сокращения пропорциональной части. Ключевые слова: столичные муниципалитеты в субъектах ДФО, политические партии в городских легислатурах, отмена выборов мэра, пропорциональная избирательная система
Трансграничные регионы Дальнего Востока
Authors: Барбенко Ярослав Александрович , Бляхер Леонид Ефимович , Демьяненко Александр Николаевич , Киреев Антон Александрович , Леонтьева Эльвира Октавьевна , Мишина Наталья Васильевна , Украинский Вадим Николаевич , Ярулин Илдус Файзрахманович
Published: October 2023

Ключевые слова: трансграничность, трансграничные регионы, Дальний Восток России, Северо-Восточный Китай
Влияние китайской организованной преступности на криминальную обстановку Восточной Сибири в начале ХХ века
Authors: Петров Артем Сергеевич
Published: October 2023

В статье на основе разноплановых исторических источников осуществлен анализ влияния китайских преступных группировок на развитие преступности в Восточной Сибири в начале ХХ века. Исследованием доказывается, что китайские уголовники в составе организованных преступных групп достаточно часто проникали в приграничные города и сельскую местность восточной части Сибири. В условиях таёжной и сельской местности обычно делали вылазки банды, состоявшие из 10–40 хунхузов. В городах совершали преступления более мелкие группировки в составе 3–4 человек. При этом хунхузы, действовавшие в Восточной Сибири, были хорошо оснащены огнестрельным оружием. В период Первой мировой войны присутствие организованного китайского криминалитета на территории Российский империи приобрело особенно массовый характер. Приграничное расположение Восточной Сибири существенно осложняло борьбу органов правопорядка с хунхузничеством. Ключевые слова: Российская империя, Восточная Сибирь, Китай, хунхузы, преступления
Prune Belly syndrome with vesicocutaneous fistula: a rare case report and literature review
Authors: Viana Debora , Gonçalves Naara , Nalon Álvaro , Viana Michel , Melo Rúbia , Mariano Ítalo , Ferreira Raquel , Maia Thais , Maia Paula
Published: October 2023

Prune Belly syndrome (PBS) is a rare complex malformation that preferentially affects male newborns. It presents with a wide spectrum of alterations that include abdominal muscle deficiency, varying degrees of renal dysplasia and urinary tract obstruction, in addition to bilateral cryptorchidism. In general, it is associated with other developmental anomalies, mainly of cardiac, pulmonary and gastrointestinal origin. Despite numerous advances in the treatment of complex malformations, morbidity and mortality in PBS remains high, due to early renal failure and associated malformations. This is a case report of a male newborn, inserted in a complex social context, born by vaginal delivery, premature, with a gestational age of 36 weeks and 1 day. At the initial assessment in the delivery room, he presented: male external genitalia, bilateral cryptorchidism, flabby and hollowed abdomen, parchment skin suggestive of the absence of abdominal muscles, mild respiratory effort and bradycardia. He received positive pressure ventilation and was referred to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (UTIn) where a vesicocutaneous fistula and renal failure were found, despite the vesicostomy, progressing to death at 1 month and 1 day of chronological age. Complex congenital malformations, such as PBS, require individualized assessment so that better postnatal results are achieved. However, the limitation of therapeutic care must be carefully evaluated, considering the great morbidity that accompanies these patients. This article aims to describe a rare case of PBS, detailing the evolution of patients with this malformation.
Novel genetic variant causing Arboleda-Tham syndrome
Authors: Cardoso Ivana , Fernandes Margarida , Quental Rita , Vila-Real Marta , Santos Fátima
Published: October 2023

We report the case of a 10-year-old boy followed since birth due to a polymalformative syndrome, including congenital cardiac disease, microcephaly, failure to thrive, trunk hypotonia and hypertonia of the extremities. With time, chief complaints were developmental delay and absence of expressive language. On physical examination dysmorphic facial features became more evident. The chromosomal analysis and array comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH) revealed no significant pathogenic changes. Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) identified the likely pathogenic variant c.4027dup p.(Glu1343Glyfs*13) in heterozygosity in KAT6A gene. This variant results in the production of a truncated protein and was not reported previously in the literature. Pathogenic variants in the KAT6A gene cause Arboleda-Tham Syndrome (ARTHS), which has variable clinical presentations. This boy´s features and severe developmental defects are compatible with the ones described in other cases of late-truncating pathogenic variants in this gene. Reviewing the literature, we found out that this is the first patient in Portugal diagnosed by WES and that it involves a novel reported genetic variant.
Severe hypertriglyceridemia in a child with new onset type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - role of therapeutic plasmapheresis
Authors: Veríssimo Marta , Gonçalves Carolina , Saraiva Francisca , Mendes Maria , Escobar Carlos
Published: October 2023

Severe hypertriglyceridemia can complicate diabetic ketoacidosis but is rarely reported in the pediatric population. The recognition of this entity is important for proper management and to prevent associated morbidities. We report a 6-year-old girl with new onset type 1 diabetes mellitus, who presented with diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperlipidemia. In addition to treatment with intravenous insulin, plasmapheresis was performed for management of hypertriglyceridemia. We intend to demonstrate the applicability of this technique in the presence of extr
Figures of contrast as a tool for creating comic effect in standup comedy discourse
Authors: Akhrenova N.A. , Galtsov P.I.
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the peculiarities of using figures of contrast (antithesis, acrothesis) in the discourse of stand-up comedy in order to achieve a comic effect and to influence the target audience. The authors describe stand-up in terms of discourse. According to the study, antithesis, as a stylistic device based on the contrast of elements of the statement, is widely used by stand-up comedians to attract the attention of the audience and humorously convey complex ideas. The authors of the article set their tasks to identify and classify examples of antithesis use in stand-up comedy performances; to analyze the strategies of achieving comic effect based on the identified examples and, based on antithesis and acrothesis, in combination with the stylistic device of irony. The paper describes semantic and syntactic variations of antithesis in standup comedy discourse, expressed both implicitly and explicitly. The results of the study show that standup comedians skillfully use antithesis in the creation of their works to compare opposing concepts, use negation and play based on the use of direct and figurative meanings of words, and manipulate semantic and syntactic structures. Understanding the basis for the use of such figures of contrast as antithesis and acrothesis in standup comedy discourse will allow us to understand this complex sociolinguistic and global cultural phenomenon. This use of figures of contrast helps standup comedians to create a polymodal communicative space by provoking an emotional response in the target audience and then engaging in a dialog with the actor, without requiring complex intellectual actions that can cause a delayed response.
Female sexual dysfunction in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Authors: Özkarafakılı Müfide Arzu , Kutsal Cemil
Published: October 2023

Background:The sexual life of women with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be affected by breathing difficulties, decreased functional status, depressive mood and fatigue.
Objective:To evaluate the sexual dysfunction in female COPD patients and the possible explanatory mechanisms or correlations between these conditions.
Methods: The study included 70 female patients with COPD aged between 36-65 and 70 age-matched controls. All the subjects completed questionnaires for the Female Sexual Functional Index (FSFI), BECK depression inventory and spirometry.
Results:Statistically significant sexual dysfunction was noted in COPD patients compared to the non-COPD group (p<0.001). BECK depression inventory scores of the COPD patients were also significantly lower (p><0.001). no correlation between FSFI and BECK depression scores in 'patients' characteristics (r=-0.055, p=0.651). No significant difference was found in age, forced expiratory volume (FEV)1%, and exacerbation history of the previous year according to severity of depression (p>0.005). In linear regression analysis determining depression, no statistically significant factor was found among age, number of comorbidities, and FEV1/ forced vital capacity (FVC) % predicted (p>0.05). In multivariable analysis, only fatigue during intercourse was found to be a statistically significant factor in predicting sexual dysfunction among factors like age, presence of comorbidities, duration of the disease, smoking status, FEV1%, m MRCpoints, 6-minutes walk test, BECK depression scores (p=0.008).
Conclusions:Sexual dysfunction is reported in many COPD females and seems to be related not to spirometric measures or exercise capacity but to fatigue. Depression is also a common comorbidity, of which both disorders are often neglected.
PENERAPAN KAPITALISASI SEWA TERHADAP MANAJEMEN LABA
Authors: Sita Ayu Samsiah  , Saputri Mashuri Ayunita Ajengtiyas
Published: October 2023

This study aims to find out the effect of applying the mandatory capitalization lease on the application of PSAK 73 to earnings management practices. This quantitative study research uses secondary data on annual financial reports for all companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2018-2021 period with the criteria for these companies disclosing an operating lease commitment and reporting minimum lease payments in the Notes to Financial Statements (CALK). The final total sample of companies is 37 companies with a total sample of 148. The data analysis technique in this study uses multiple linear regression using panel data regression and also uses a different test for the second hypothesis in this study where the data processing program used is software STATA v. 16. Based on the research results, it is found that the capitalization of leases proxied by lease liabilities has a significant negative effect on earnings management. Based on the results of the Wilcoxon test there are differences between before and after the application of capitalization leases to earnings management.
THE READABILITY OF KEY AUDIT MATTERS PARAGRAPH IN AUDITOR'S REPORT: A STUDY FROM ASEAN COUNTRIES
Authors: Jayanti Dwi , Fatima Eliza
Published: October 2023

The objective of this research is to explore the readability level of the Key Audit Matters (KAM) paragraph as well as its progress since the first time implementation of KAM  for financial statements issued by auditors for listed companies in ASEAN countries. KAM paragraph is extracted from an audit opinion issued by a public accounting firm for companies listed in the capital market around ASEAN countries. Following prior research, by using learning curve theory as a basis, this research applies a quantitative approach to evaluate the readability of the KAM and its progress. Readability is measured by using several commonly used linguistic techniques, which are Flesch Reading Ease (FLESCH), Flesch–Kincaid (KINCAID), and Gunning Fog (FOG) measures). In addition to its role in KAM topic-related research, by bringing the perspective to focus more on readability, this research is able to provide new perspectives on the capability of KAM to affect financial statements users' decisions, as well as provide additional insight for the regulator or professional body for public accountant profession on designing the practical support and assistance to enhance the current practice of KAM writing done by the public accountant, as well as insight for the public accounting firm in preparing clearer and readable KAM paragraphs. This research used ASEAN market data as an emerging market and covered up to the recent year auditor's report to study the readability of the KAM paragraph. Despite some inconsistencies in the observation result, we can make an inference that the readability level of KAM produced by auditors for listed entities in ASEAN countries tend to be more difficult to read as number of experiences in issuing it increasing. This pattern is consistently shown when the sample is divided by type of Auditor and country of exchange. However, when the sample is further detailed down by industry sector, inferences is difficult to be made.
Identifikasi Nematoda pada Ikan Tongkol (Euthynnus affinis) di Pelabuhan Ikan Oeba
Authors: Ngginak James , Romode Mineta E. , Sampe Refli , Manalu Tiodor Sri Juniarti
Published: October 2023

Ikan tongkol (Euthynnus affinis) merupakan salah satu sumber pangan yang bergizi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi jenis nematoda yang menginfeksi ikan tongkol (Euthynnus affinnis) yang didaratkan di pelabuhan ikan Oeba. Nemathoda merupakan salah satu kelompok parasit yang dapat menginfeksi manusia. Infeksi dari jenis parasit ini menimbulkan gangguan kesehatan pada manusia seperti radang usus bahkan kematian. Salah satu penyebab Infeksi nemathoda pada manusia yaitu konsumsi daging ikan yang belum matang. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Sampel 20 ekor ikan yang akan dibedah disiapkan dengan ukuran variatif yaitu kecil, sedang dan besar. Identifikasi secara kualitatif keberadaan nemathoda dilakukan pada organ seperti insang, lambung usus dan hati. Organ tersebut diletakkan secara terpisah pada cawan petri berisi larutan fisiologis (0.85% NaCl), lalu dianalisis menggunakan mikroskop binokuler. Data yang diperoleh diolah dengan mengacu pada referensi. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ditemukan satu jenis cacing yang menginfeksi ikan tongkol (Euthynnus affinis) yaitu Anisakis simplex. Nemathoda tersebut ditemukan pada bagian atau organ usus. dari 20 jenis ikan yang di jadikan sampel, sebanyak 2 ekor terinfeksi nemathoda pada kategori ukuran sedang dan besar.
Meningkatkan Prestasi Belajar Biologi Siswa Melalui Teknik Tebak Kata Pada Materi Pembelahan Sel Kelas XII IPA 2 Di SMA Negeri 3 Cikampek
Authors: Yulianti Lia , Sajiman Supardi Uki
Published: October 2023

Masalah besar dalam bidang pendidikan di Indonesia yang banyak diperbincangkan di antaranya rendahnya mutu pendidikan yang tercermin dari rendahnya rata-rata prestasi belajar, khususnya siswa Sekolah Menengah Atas. Masalah lain dalam bidang pendidikan di Indonesia yang juga banyak diperbincangkan yaitu pendekatan dalam pembelajaran yang masih terlalu didominasi oleh guru (teacher centered). Temuan di lapangan seperti yang terjadi di SMA Negeri 3 Cikampek, menunjukkan bahwa kurangnya partisipasi siswa dalam proses pembelajaran terutama mata pelajaran Biologi, mengakibatkan siswa menjadi pasif, kurang kreatif dan kurang memiliki kompetensi. Oleh karena itu berdasarkan latar belakang tersebut, maka dilakukan suatu penelitian untuk meningkatkan prestasi belajar dengan menggunakan teknik baru dalam proses pembelajaran yaitu Teknik Tebak Kata.Populasi dan sampel yang digunakan adalah seluruh siswa kelas XII IPA 2 di SMA Negeri 3 Cikampek yang berjumlah 40 orang. Hasil yang didapatkan dari penerapan metode ini yaitu, Siklus I dalam tahap kegiatan tebak kata menjawab benar berjumlah 9 pasangan 50% kemudian meningkat menjadi 12 pasangan 66,67% pada tahap penguatan. Demikian juga pada Siklus II, pada tahap kegiatan tebak kata menjawab benar berjumlah 14 pasangan 77,78% kemudian meningkat menjadi 16 pasangan 88,89% pada tahap penguatan. Hasil tes belajar juga menunjukkan peningkatan. nilai rata-rata siswa yang semula 66, 42 pada Siklus I meningkat menjadi 71, 26 pada Siklus II. Siswa yang menguasai bahan ajar atas dasar SKBM patokan sekolah yang ditentukan 75, semula 25 orang (69,44%) pada Siklus I meningkat 22,22% menjadi 33 orang (91,7 %) pada Siklus II.
Pengaruh PjBL pada Pembelajaran Berdiferensiasi terhadap Keberhasilan Belajar Ditinjau dari Aspek Produk secara Holistik
Authors: Suryani Agustina Adhi , Hartadiyati Eny , Nurwahyunani Atip , Murniati Ely
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh model PjBL pada pembelajaran berdiferensiasi terhadap keberhasilan belajar peserta didik ditinjau dari aspek produk secara holistik pada sub materi daur ulang limbah. Penelitian ini dilakukan di SMA Negeri 8 Semarang pada semester genap tahun ajaran 2022/2023. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pre-eksperimental design dalam bentuk one group post only design. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan secara purposive sampling berdasarkan rekomendasi dari guru biologi dan diperoleh sampel kelas X-1 yang berjumlah 36 peserta didik. Instrumen yang digunakan berupa rubrik penilaian keterampilan meliputi aspek proses dan produk. Indikator penilaian proses meliputi kemampuan perencanaan, kelengkapan alat dan bahan, serta proses pembuatan produk. Dan penilaian produk mencakup keterselesaian produk, kesesuaian desain dengan hasil, kebermanfaatan produk, pemanfaatan limbah, dan kreativitas produk yang dibuat. Hasil penilaian keterampilan menunjukkan peserta didik mampu mewujudkan keberhasilan belajar pada aspek proses minimal 89% baik. Sementara itu, secara klasikal persentase rata-rata nilai kelompok-kelompok tersebut adalah 91% yang menunjukkan bahwa keberhasilan belajar peserta didik pada aspek produk dapat dikategorikan dalam tingkat baik.Kata kunci: keberhasilan belajar, pembelajaran diferensiasi, penilaian produk secara holistik, PjBL
Post-biopsy spontaneous air in vertebrae: A tell-tale sign of vertebral hemangioma
Authors: Aggarwal Anuj , Khanna Geetika , Kumar Nishith , Singh Dharmendra Kumar
Published: October 2023

Although most vertebral hemangiomas are asymptomatic and common incidental findings on radiographs and cross-sectional imaging, few atypical vertebral hemangiomas have aggressive imaging features and are clinically symptomatic. This atypical vertebral hemangioma poses a diagnostic dilemma and needs to be differentiated from aggressive vertebral neoplasm-like metastasis or plasmacytoma. Advances in radiological imaging, particularly MRI, help in differentiating atypical hemangioma from aggressive vertebral neoplasm to a certain extent; however, computed tomography-guided biopsy is often required for histopathological confirmation and further management. The aim of the case report is to highlight the finding of post-biopsy spontaneous gas bubble formation inside the vertebra in aggressive vertebral hemangioma, which helps to differentiate it from aggressive vertebral neoplasms.
How many businesses use CRM software to enhance customer interactions?
Authors: Sakunthala A.
Published: October 2023

Customer relations are a major concern for businesses today, much more so than in the past, as the business environment has become more competitive as a result of the growing number of players on the market. Because services are more complicated than products and more tied to the actual firm than physical products, relationships are even more important in service firms. As a result, companies in this industry must focus even more on consumer relations. This research examined how CRM software or applications are utilized in many businesses or industries to enhance customer interactions, as well as customer demands, satisfaction and loyalty.
A Quantitative Investigation on the Role of Allowed Workplace Flexibility for Employees' Perceived Psychological Security - a focus on the Intersection between Generation Y and Z
Authors: Busse Ronald , Strelec Jure
Published: October 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought attention to workplace flexibility and its potential impact on employee psychological safety, particularly among Generations Y and Z in Germany. This study combines primary and secondary research, including a survey of 320 respondents experienced in flexible work. Surprisingly, no clear positive or negative correlation between New Work models and psychological safety was found, challenging common thinking. Four key recommendations emerge as a result: 1. Investigate specific respondent groups, 2. Focus on certain employee categories (e.g., roles or industries), 3. Solicit feedback from employees and 4. Provide training and education for affected employees. However, gender and education imbalances in the respondent pool hinder generalizability. Therefore, future research should target more specific groups like management students or those in digital professions. In conclusion, this study adds to the discourse on workplace flexibility and its impact on psychological safety. It underscores the necessity for targeted research to comprehend its effects on diverse employee segments.