bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENERAPAN GREEN ECONOMY DALAM MENCAPAI PEMBANGUNAN EKONOMI BERKELANJUTAN
Authors: Mubarok Djihadul
Published: November 2024

This study aims to analyze various applications of green economy as an effort to achieve sustainable economic development. The study used qualitative descriptive methods. Data collection techniques use literature studies. Data analysis using Miles and Huberman which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The results show that the implementation of green economy is an effort to achieve sustainable economic development. This is because the concept of green economy can achieve 5 (five) results simultaneously forming the Green Economic Growth Framework, namely sustainable economic growth; inclusive and equitable growth; social, economic, and environmental resilience; healthy and productive ecosystems provide environmental services; and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The green economy launched in Indonesia can be applied in various sectors divided into four groups, namely (1) energy and extractive industries, (2) manufacturing industries, (3) connectivity, and (4) renewable natural resources. In implementing the green economy, it requires the involvement of various parties, ranging from the government as policy makers, business actors, and the general public who have the most activities that cause environmental impacts. Education and action need to be carried out by various parties to care more about the environment in order to reduce the adverse effects of environmental damage that threaten the sustainability and welfare of the community and all living things and their ecosystems.
LIVING AL-QUR`AN : SURAH YUSUF AYAT 108 DALAM PEMAKNAAN DA’WAH OLEH MAHASISWA PESERTA KAFILAH DA’WAH 2024
Authors: Aan Handriyani
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this research is to reveal the interpretation of the Qur'anic verse Surah Yusuf verse 108 by the students participating in the Kafilah Da'wah  program in 2024. To achieve this goal, I use a literature study approach based on the interpretations of Islamic scholars and a living Qur'an study based on observations, interviews, and documentation of the 2024 Kafilah Da'wah participants. The research findings reveal that the Kafilah Da'wah 2024 students have a fairly comprehensive understanding of the meaning of da'wah to Allah, which includes the objectives of da'wah, da'wah materials, da'wah strategies, as well as the inevitability of sincerity and sacrifice in da'wah. They also understand that bashirah  in da'wah is not only about the da'wah message but also encompasses methods, strategies, and a thorough understanding of the audience (mad'u). The interpretation of the Qur'an developed among these students is in line with the interpretations from the exegetical works of Islamic scholars. The research also proves that Mohammad Natsir Insitute of Da’wah has become a leading institution in the cadre development of preachers (dai), not only in the transfer of knowledges but also in the inheritance of the core values of da’wah (transfer of values).
STRATEGI PEMBERDAYAAN YAYASAN ISLAH BINA UMAT TERHADAP YATIM DAN DHUAFA
Authors: Madeni  , Yayan Sahroni
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT
This research aims to identify the strategies of Yayasan Islah Bina Umat in empowering orphans and the underprivileged. The method used is qualitative research with a descriptive approach, employing Miles & Huberman's data analysis, which involves data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Data were collected through documentation, observation, and interviews. The conclusion of this research is that the actions taken by Yayasan Islah Bina Umat align with the Empowerment Strategy proposed by Ibn Khaldun. Yayasan Islah Bina Umat applies spiritual aspects that can empower the community through its learning and teaching. Additionally, Yayasan Islah Bina Umat implements intellectual aspects, which show many similarities with Ibn Khaldun's theory. It can be concluded that the programs within the spiritual aspects also encompass the intellectual aspects. Yayasan Islah Bina Umat also applies economic empowerment aspects by providing social contributions to those in need and to empower underdeveloped communities to become more developed.
 
Keywords: Empowerment, Orphans, Underprivileged, Education, Yayasan Islah Bina Umat
ABSTRAK
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui strategi Yayasan Islah Bina Umat dalam pemberdayaan anak yatim dan dhuafa. Metode yang digunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif dengan analisis data Miles & Huberman, melibatkan reduksi data, paparan data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Data dikumpulkan melalui dokumentasi, observasi, dan wawancara. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini bahwa yang dilakukan oleh Yayasan Islah Bina Umat sesuai dengan Strategi Pemberdayaan yang digagas oleh Ibnu Khaldun. Yayasan Islah Bina Umat menerapkan aspek rohaniah yang dapat meberdayakan masyarakat dari sisi pembelajaran dan pengajarannya, Yayasan Islah Bina Umat juga menerapkan aspek intelektual, yang mana aspek intelektual ini dalam teori Ibnu Khaldun banyak kesamaan. Bisa disimpulkan bahwa program yang berada di dalam aspek ruhaniyah, makan pada aspek intelektual juga tercantum. Yayasan Islah Bina Umat juga menerapkan aspek pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat dengan memberikan sumbangan-sumbangan yang berbau sosial untuk para masyarakat yang membutuhkan, dan juga demi memberdayakan masyarakat yang kurang atau tidak berkembang menjadi berkembang.
Kata kunci : Pemberdayaan, Yatim, Dhuafa, Pendidikan, Yayasan Islah Bina Umat.
MOSQUE-BASED COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
Authors: Giyanti Ummu Ahya , Siti Aisah
Published: November 2024

Research Objective: To determine the process of implementing mosque-based community empowerment at Masjid Muslim Billionaire Cinangneng Tenjolaya, Bogor Research Methods: Qualitative. Research Results: This research shows that  Muslim Billionaire Mosque has carried out community empowerment programs through three stages. First, stage of awareness and formation, programs carried out are Pasar Bahagia, Majelis Bahagia, Pondok CEO Scholarship Program, and Gerakan Gizi Santri; stages of transformation of knowledge and skills, programs carried out are Pondok CEO and Memorization is Easy; and the stage of improving intellectual abilities and skills, programs be conducted are Pondok CEO and Baitul Muamalah program. Conclusion: The results of the empowerment carried out by the Masjid Muslim Billionaire stated that with the existence of a mosque-based community empowerment program carried out by the managements of the Masjid Muslim Billionaire, so the mosque congregation, the community around the mosque, and also Muslims in generally could feel the positive impact of this activity. The activities carried out are capable of being independent, empowering, and can improve people's understanding of religion for the better
Keyword: empowerment, community, mosque
FEMINISME MENURUT PANDANGAN MUHAMMADIYAH
Authors: Haniya Fatkhul Yumna  , Muh. Nur Rochim Maksum
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan dan mengkaji pemahaman pandangan Muhammadiyah terhadap gerakan Feminisme di Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Muhammadiyah menyetujui kehadiran adanya gerakan atau faham feminisme itu sendiri, ‘Aisiyah sebagai gerakan perempuan dalam Muhammadiyah sebagai pijakan dasar terkait kesetaraan laki-laki dan perempuan, bukan lagi hanya sekedar organisasi tetapi sudah mempertegas perannya terkait isu-isu perempuan kontemporer seperti perdagangan perempuan, kekerasan dalam rumah tangga, seksualitas, hingga kepemimpinan perempuan. Dalam kondisi saat ini, gerakan perempuan ‘Aisyiyah masih sangat diperlukan dan berkembang di Indonesia, dengan melihat tantangan dan kondisi sosial-politik saat ini. Berbagai permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh perempuan Indonesia saat ini semakin beragam seperti ketidakadilan gender, kekerasan, subordinasi, patriaki dan eksploitasiperbedaan hak dan kewajiban serta perbedaan peran antara laki-laki dan perempuan dalam islam tidak dianggap sebagai sesuatu yang diskriminatif melainkan sesuatu yang fungsional dan saling melengkapi, karena perbedaan tersebut tidak mempunyai implikasi esensi dan substansi masing-masing makhluk dan hamba Allah SWT. Namun demikian pernyataan tersebut cukup untuk mengungkapkan pandangan Muhammadiyah terhadap kedudukan perempuan dalam islam
KONSEP MUJADALAH TERHADAP AHLUL KITAB DALAM TAFSIR ASY-SYA’RAWY
Authors: Aan Handriyani
Published: November 2024

Debat dengan cara yang terbaik (Mujadalah billati hiya ahsan) adalah satu metode da’wah yang secara tegas disebutkan di dalam Al-Qur`an, dan secara khusus disebutkan dalam surah al-‘Ankabut ayat 46 dalam menghadapi Ahlul Kitab, Namun demikian dalam konteks kekinian muncul pro dan kontra terhadap penggunaan metode ini dalam da’wah.
Sebagai metode da’wah yang disebutkan dalam Al-Qur`an, penulis  menilai penting untuk mengetahui tafsir para ulama kontemporer  tentang penggunaan metode mujadalah terhadap Ahlul Kitab, yang dalam penelitian ini penulis memilih Tafsir Asy-Sya’rawy untuk maksud di atas.
Tujuan Penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan konsep da’wah dengan mujadalah terhadap Ahlul Kitab menurut penafsiran syaikh Mutawalli Asy-Sya’rawi? Penelitain termasuk penelitian kepustakaan dengn sumber primer kitab asy-Sya’rawi dan sumber sekunder kitab-kitab tafsir lainnya.
Kesimpulan, penulis menemukan bahwa syaikh Asy-Sya’rawi menilai metode mujadalah terhadap Non Muslim, bertingkat-tingkat sesuai dengan objek yang didakwahi, dan semua tingkat itu harus dida’wahi dengan cara yang baik, dan kepada ahlul kitab harus lebih baik lagi.
Asy-Sya’rawi memiliki makna tersendiri tentang ahlul kitab terutama dalam konteks da’wah bil mujadalah, tidak semua orang Yahudi dan Nashrani dipergauli sebagai ahlul kitab, jika mereka berbuat aniaya dan melampaui batas
ANALISIS FRAMING PEMBERITAAN CITAYAM FASHION WEEK
Authors: Rekayatul Akma  , Zamroji Imam
Published: November 2024

Research Objectives: Revealing the framing carried out by two online media, namely Republika.co.id and Kompas.com in viewing the activities of implementing Citayam fashion Week. Reserch Methodology: Qualitative methods. Research Results: Reporting on Citayam Fashion Week on two online media Republika.co.id and Kompas.com July 2022 edition. In their presentation, the two media have differences in their framing processes, this can be seen based on the results of framing analysis. The method used in analyzing the contents of the media text uses the theory of Robert N. Entman. Entman sees framing in two dimensions: selection of issues and emphasizing or highlighting certain aspects of the issue. These two factors can sharpen news framing through the process of selecting issues that are worthy of being displayed and emphasizing the content of the news. According to Entman, framing can be done in four ways: Problem Identifications, Causal Interpretation, Moral Evaluation, Treatment Recommendation. Based on Entaman’s theory in looking at the framing of the two media, the results of the framing on the two media will be known. Conclusion: Republika.co.id, which is an Indonesian Muslim medium, tends not to support CFW activities. This can be seen from the various news reports published by Republika.co.id which highlight the criticism of the MUI leadership, Muhammadiyah central leadership where they feel that CFW activities have had a negative impact for the younger generation. As for Kompas.com, it displays the news by supporting CFW activities. This can be seen from some reports stating that CFW is the creativity of young people.
KONSEP PERENCANAAN DALAM MANAJEMEN PENDIDIKAN ISLAM
Authors: Amelia Ayu Wanda
Published: November 2024

The necessity to advance high-quality Islamic education underscores the need for appropriate planning concepts within Islamic education management. This journal explores the concept of planning in the context of Islamic education management as an effort to understand the principles that underpin the development of an effective Islamic education system. Within this context, this research delineates various critical aspects, including curriculum development, resource management, quality learning, and evaluation.
Through theoretical analysis and case studies, this journal identifies several relevant conceptual approaches that can be employed in Islamic education planning. The significance of integrating Islamic values into the curriculum and teaching methods, as well as efficient resource management, takes center stage in this article.
The findings of this research will provide valuable insights for decision-makers in Islamic educational institutions, curriculum developers, and other stakeholders striving to enhance the quality of Islamic education. Sound planning concepts are a crucial foundation for achieving comprehensive and sustainable goals in Islamic education.
INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES IN CONTEMPORARY DA'WAH: INITIATING A TECHNOLOGY-BASED APPROACH
Authors: Hanif Muhammad , Agusman
Published: November 2024

Facing the changing dynamics of contemporary society, da'wah as a means of spreading religious values needs to adopt innovative strategies. In an effort to understand and face the changing times, this paper aims to analyze the potential use of technology in supporting the effectiveness of da'wah, as well as initiating a more adaptive approach to the demands of modern audiences. This research method is based on literature analysis by collecting data from various relevant sources. The results of this study identify changes in people's behavior in interacting with technology and their impact on the delivery of religious messages. In this context, innovative technology-based strategies are proposed as solutions to bridge the gap between the tradition of da'wah and the needs of the times. The research findings underscore the potential of technology in creating a more personalized interaction between the conveyor and receiver of da'wah messages. The technology-based approach allows the adaptation of religious messages into formats that are more interesting and relevant to the characteristics of modern audiences. This opens up opportunities to reach a wider and deeper audience.
Keywords : Da'wah; Technology; Innovative.
FEMINISM: THREATS TO FAMILY RESILIENCE IN INDONESIA
Authors: Marsela Anis
Published: November 2024

This research looks at how AILA Indonesia resisted attacks from feminists who were thought to be attacking the core of the Indonesian family. To collect data, interviews, periodic observations, and documentation studies were carried out within seven months. In the meantime, the data was analyzed through a communication strategy and da'wah strategy approach. The general chairman, secretary general, head of the field of research, and two discussion participants were all interviewed in person. The findings from this research indicate that this alliance has struggled to take a bina’an (defensive) and difa'an (offensive) approach. Defensively, they approach the community through regular educational programs, in the form of Focus Group Discussions (FGD), Training for Trainers (TFT), and seminars which are supported by published writings in the form of articles and books. During this time, the offensive approach was carried out by submitting a Judicial Review (JR), criticizing several articles that were seen to be meaninglessly biased, and persistently speaking opinions by bringing specialists to the Rapar Dengar Pendapat (RDP) in the constitutional court. The information gathered also revealed that the tactic employed was a common-sense approach that involved inviting the audience to tafakkur, ta'ammul, and tadabbur to the principles put forth by the feminists. This study has significance for the government's or religious institutions' efforts to increase family resilience in Indonesia through new sustainable techniques and innovation.
Stepping up a gear? Understanding why active travel has difficulty gaining traction in urban planning decision making in northern England’s rustbelt
Authors: Smith Mark , Russell Harry
Published: November 2024

Walking and cycling (active travel) are an important carbon neutral means for accessing new development which improves public health and maximises the opportunities created for all of society. Across northern England’s rustbelt, local authorities seek to reinvigorate their economies, but it is presently unclear how active travel supports these efforts. This article explores these issues by evaluating how promises of active travel improvements have been taken up by planners in two contrasting local authorities in northern England; one an economically vibrant metropolitan city and the other a struggling deindustrialised town. Drawing on testimony of planners and evaluation using the delivery = context, intelligence and behaviour (D=CIB) framework, we find considerable variation in how active travel is regarded and prioritised while planners in both areas grapple with common problems on resourcing planning and design of planning instruments.
Modeling Spitzer 3.6 and 4.5 μm Eclipse Depths for the Inflated Hot Jupiter in the Evolved Binary System HD 202772
Authors: Adams Arthur D. , Bott Kimberly , Dalba Paul A. , Fetherolf Tara , Kane Stephen R. , Crossfield Ian , Deming Drake , Dragomir Diana , Gorjian Varoujan , Kreidberg Laura , Morales Farisa Y. , Werner Michael W.
Published: November 2024

As an inflated hot Jupiter orbiting an early-type primary star in the evolved binary HD 202772 system, HD 202772 A b’s presence invites a study of how such a planet forms and evolves. As a prelude to potential atmospheric characterization with the latest generation of observatories, we present a reduction and analysis of eclipse light-curve observations of HD 202772 A b acquired with the Spitzer Space Telescope using the 3.6 and 4.5 μm channels. We find eclipse depths of 680 ± 68 and

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K. The corresponding Bond albedos are consistent with the distribution of albedos for hot Jupiters observed with both Spitzer and Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite. The heat redistribution efficiencies consistent with the Bond albedo range predicted by one-dimensional atmospheric models in radiative-convective equilibrium are 0.71 ± 0.10 and

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, respectively, indicating a weak day–night contrast for the former and a strong contrast for the latter. Given this, and the unique environment in which this planet resides, we recommend follow-up observations with JWST to more precisely constrain its atmospheric composition and structure, as well as its host stellar environment, to elucidate if and how the atmospheres of these close-in giants evolve with host stars in binaries past the main sequence.
Limb Observations of Global Solar Coronal Extreme-ultraviolet Wavefronts: The Inclination, Kinematics, Coupling with the Expanding Coronal Mass Ejections, and Connection with the Coronal Mass Ejection Driven Shocks
Authors: Hu Huidong , Zhu Bei , Liu Ying D. , Chen Chong , Wang Rui , Zhao Xiaowei
Published: November 2024

We select and investigate six global solar extreme-ultraviolet (EUV) wave events using data from the Solar Dynamics Observatory and the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory. These eruptions are all on the limb but recorded as halo coronal mass ejections (CMEs) because the CME-driven shocks have expanded laterally to the opposite side. With the limb observations avoiding the projection effect, we have measured the inclination and speed of the EUV wavefront from 1.05 to 1.25 R
⊙. We also investigate the coupling and connection of the EUV wavefront with the CME boundary and the CME-driven shock, respectively. The major findings in the six events are: (1) the forward inclination of the primary and coronal-hole-transmitted EUV wavefronts is estimated, respectively, and the origins of these inclinations and their effects on the estimate of actual wavefronts speed are investigated; (2) the wavefront speed can be elevated by loop systems near the coronal base, and the average speed in the low corona has no clear correlation with the lateral expansion of the CME-driven shock in the high corona; (3) the fast magnetosonic Mach number of the wavefront is larger than unity from the coronal base; (4) the EUV wavefront is coupled with the CME driver throughout the propagation in two events; (5) after the EUV wavefront vanishes, the CME-driven shock continues traveling on the opposite side and disconnects from the EUV wavefront in four events. These results and their implications are discussed, which provide insight into the properties of global EUV waves.
Hybrid Simulations of the Martian Magnetotail Twist
Authors: Zhou Jingyi , Liu Kaijun , Jarvinen Riku , Kallio Esa , Cheng Kun , Zhang Shuai , Liu Qi , Liu Yuqi , Wang Yan , Wang Ruohan , Wang Xinye , Shang Xuanyu , Xu Zhongyuan , Yuan Yi
Published: November 2024

Three-dimensional global hybrid simulations are performed to explore how the interplanetary magnetic field (IMF), the Martian crustal fields, and planetary pickup ions affect the twisting of the Martian magnetotail. The results agree with previous studies that the crustal magnetic fields cause the Martian magnetotail to twist counterclockwise or clockwise depending on the sign of the IMF Y-component in the Mars solar orbital coordinates. However, the twist is more pronounced when the crustal fields are on the nightside, contradicting the early explanation that the crustal fields affect the twist through dayside magnetic reconnection between the crustal fields and the draped IMF. Additionally, planetary pickup ions also contribute to the twist because their mass loading slows down the plasma flow and leads to the bending of the magnetic field lines in the magnetotail. It is demonstrated that the twist inside Mars’ shadow in the near magnetotail region (at X = −1.5 R
M, where R
M is Mars’ radius) is mainly attributable to the crustal fields, while the influence of planetary pickup ions starts to dominate outside Mars’ shadow and in regions further away from Mars.
A Catalog of Pulsar X-Ray Filaments
Authors: Dinsmore Jack T. , Romani Roger W.
Published: November 2024

We present the first Chandra X-ray Observatory (CXO) catalog of “pulsar X-ray filaments,” or “misaligned outflows.” These are linear, synchrotron-radiating features powered by ultrarelativistic electrons and positrons that escape from bow shock pulsars. The filaments are misaligned with the (large) pulsar velocity, distinguishing them from the pulsar wind nebula (PWN) trail, which is also often visible in CXO ACIS images. Spectral fits and morphological properties are extracted for five secure filaments and three candidates using a uniform method. We present a search of archival CXO data for linear diffuse features; the known examples are recovered and a few additional weak candidates are identified. We also report on a snapshot CXO ACIS survey of pulsars with properties similar to the filament producers, finding no new filaments but some diffuse emission, including one PWN trail. Finally, we provide an updated model for the pulsar properties required to create filaments in light of these new observations.
SOFIA/EXES Observations of Warm H2 at High Spectral Resolution. II. IC 443C, NGC 2071, and 3C 391
Authors: Neufeld David A. , DeWitt Curtis , Lesaffre Pierre , Cabrit Sylvie , Gusdorf Antoine , Tram Le Ngoc , Reach William T.
Published: November 2024

Using the EXES instrument on SOFIA, we have obtained velocity-resolved spectra of several pure rotational lines of H2 toward shocked molecular gas within three Galactic sources: the supernova remnant (SNR) IC 443 (clump C), a protostellar outflow in the intermediate-mass star-forming region NGC 2071, and the SNR 3C 391. These observations had the goal of searching for expected velocity shifts between ortho- and para-H2 transitions emitted by C-type shocks. In contrast in our previous similar study of HH7, the result of our search was negative: no velocity shifts were reliably detected. Several possible explanations for the absence of such shifts are discussed: these include a preshock ortho-to-para ratio that is already close to the high-temperature equilibrium value of 3 (in the case of IC 443C), the more complex shock structures evident in all these sources, and the larger projected aperture sizes relative to those in the observations of HH7.
Asteroseismology of Triple-mode Radial δ Scuti Star: TIC 400562821
Authors: Sun Xiao-Ya , Zuo Zhao-Yu , Yang Tao-Zhi , Lares-Martiz Mariel , Li Zhi , Guo Zhao
Published: November 2024

We investigated the pulsating behavior of TIC 400562821 using high-precision observations from TESS. Fourier analysis of time-series data revealed three independent frequencies. The period ratios of F to F1 (0.774) and F to F2 (0.625), along with an amplitude change of approximately 0.1 mag, indicate that TIC 400562821 is a triple-mode High-Amplitude δ Scuti (HADS) star. Using the Best Parent Method and the Γ
O
functions, we identified that the harmonics and sum combination frequencies of F and F1 are caused by the nonlinear response of the stellar medium to pulsation. We also analyzed the amplitude variations of F, F1, and F2. Observational data over 76 days show stable amplitudes for these modes. However, Radial Stellar Pulsations modeling suggests that, over 10,000 cycles, the amplitude of F remains constant, while F1 gradually decreases and F2 approaches zero. This implies that TIC 400562821 may eventually evolve into a single-mode HADS star. Furthermore, asteroseismic modeling was performed, and several effects, such as the mixing-length parameter α
MLT and nonadiabatic, were examined on this star. In view of the results by Daszyńska-Daszkiewicz et al. (i.e., α
MLT < ∼1 for δ Scuti stars), TIC 400562821 is suggested to be more likely in the post-main-sequence stage, with mass M = 1.34–1.38 M
⊙ and metallicity Z = 0.007–0.008, but still warrants further study to ascertain its nature.
Inhibition of selective factor Xa suppresses type 1 diabetes development in mice via the CXCL16 chemokine
Authors: Abdel-Bakky Mohamed S. , Mohammed Hamdoon A. , Amin Elham
Published: November 2024

Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is associated with enhanced thrombosis potential. This research aims to investigate the role of coagulation system activation and CXCL16 in T1DM progression and the possible preventive effect of the selective Factor Xa inhibitor, Fondaparinux (Fond). Forty male Wistar albino mice were classified into 4 groups. Control, Fond, Streptozotocin (STZ), and Fond + STZ groups. Biochemical, hematological, and histopathological parameters, expressions of CXCL16, insulin, fibrinogen, and PAR-2, were investigated. A significant increase in blood glucose level and expressions of CXCL16, fibrinogen, and PAR-2, together with histological and nuclear changes in the pancreatic islets, was observed in STZ-treated mice, accompanied by a reduction in the serum insulin level. Fond improved the deleterious effects resulting from STZ treatment. In conclusion, coagulation system activation and CXCL16 play a critical role in the initiation of T1DM and could be used as therapeutic targets for T1DM prevention.
Disentangling rural smartness in European policies: a critical overview of the Smart Village concept
Authors: Albanese Valentina E. , Graziano Teresa
Published: November 2024

In recent years, several policies have increasingly considered smart technologies as a potential solution to overcome territorial marginality in rural areas, where digitalization and smart innovation could help local communities address challenges such as depopulation and socio-economic deprivation. At the European scale, the Smart Village Action was launched in 2017 to address the so-called "circle of decline", showing to what extent rural smartness has been recently gaining momentum in transnational cohesion policies. This work aims to critically explore the Smart Village paradigm as a recently-emerged policy framework in rural, cohesion and/or recovery policies, investigating if and how it is variously (re)interpreted in policies and operationally applied in projects. From a methodological point of view, a qualitative policy document analysis (QPDA) and software-based content analysis were carried out on UE official documents, offering new theoretical insights and operational recommendations for understanding the concept of smartness beyond urban-centered perspectives.
Automation is Live! Christopher Newport University, OCLC, Project MUSE, and Wiley Partnerships Using KBART Holdings Automation to Streamline Workflows
Authors: York Steve , Ragucci Matthew , Treskson Matthew , Whitehair David , Sugrim Sonali
Published: November 2024

In this session, presenters from Christopher Newport University, OCLC, Project MUSE, and Wiley discussed knowledge bases and related tools (KBART) holdings automation to streamline electronic resources workflows. KBART Automation reduces manual and tedious tasks performed by electronic resources management personnel, allowing additional time for enhanced management and maintenance of electronic resources. This presentation highlighted library, publisher, and vendor perspectives and emphasized how they all come together to streamline the management of electronic resources.
Beyond Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Supporting Young Men of Color
Authors: Phillips Amy , Davis Anthony , Cardenas Ilda
Published: November 2024

In the second NASIG Conference Vision session, Amy Phillips examined the shortcomings of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts taken up by libraries. Despite all these shortcomings for DEI initiatives, she highlighted library initiatives that promote DEI in libraries. Speaker Anthony Davis Jr. detailed his involvement with the establishment of the Men’s Success Initiative Center (MSI) at California State University. He outlined the history of the center, how he became involved and the help he received from the library’s technical services—also known as Collections and Scholarly Communications (C&SC) department—to set up a library in the Men’s Success Initiative Center.
Same same but Different - Definition and Explicit Notation of an Orientation in MTEX vs. Quasi-Standard
Authors: Schaeben Helmut
Published: November 2024

Even though the descriptive definition of orientation is the same in both settings, the explicitnotation of a crystallographic orientation as (3 3) matrix in terms of Euler angles featuredby the popular MATLAB toolbox MTEX differs by an inversion from the quasi-standard notation datedback to the early days of quantitative texture analysis championed by H.-J. Bunge. The origin of thisdiscrepancy is revealed by an enlightening view provided in algebraic terms of a change of basis.Understanding the effect of inversion is instrumental to do proper computations with crystallographicorientations and rotations, e.g. when multiplying with elements of a crystallographic symmetry group,and to compare results of texture analyses accomplished in different settings.
Nickel Oxide-Impregnated Phosphated Silica Catalyst: Synthesis and Application for Ethanol Dehydration into Diethyl Ether (DEE)
Authors: Fatwa Mumu Mujtahid , Saviola Aldino Javier , Pradipta Mokhammad Fajar , Fitria Riska Astin , Prasetyo Niko , Wijaya Karna
Published: November 2024

The synthesis, characterization, and application of a NiO-PO4/SiO2 catalyst for ethanol dehydration to diethyl ether were successfully conducted. The sol-gel method utilized TEOS as the silica source, NaHCO3 as a template, and different phosphoric acid concentrations (1, 2, and 3 M). Calcination occurred at temperatures of 400, 500, and 600 °C. The catalyst with the highest acidity underwent impregnation with 1, 2, and 3% (w/w) nickel precursor proceeded by calcination with N2 gas. Characterization techniques included FTIR, XRD, SEM-EDX, and AAS. The application of SP 2-NiO 3% catalyst as the catalyst with the highest acidity demonstrated significant activity and selectivity in diethyl ether production at 175, 200, and 225 °C temperatures, yielding 88% conversion and 5.07% diethyl ether selectivity at its optimum temperature of 225 °C.
Sustainability of Microwelding through Direct and Indirect Heating
Authors: Ghelsingher Cristian Daniel , Biholar Aurelia Ioana , Marin Robert Cristian , Midan Angelo Andrei , Savu Andrei Dănuț , Savu Sorin Vasile
Published: November 2024

Nowadays, microwelding processes have been developed for various technologies, mainly for electronic applications. Resistive bonding is usually used, but electrical energy consumption represents a challenge due to energy crisis in terms of lack of energy supply and prices. This paper aims to evaluate the carbon footprint and economic issues related to microwave welding of aluminum plates against conventional resistive bonding. The research performed has shown that for different levels of microwave injected power from 600 up to 1200 W, the calculated footprint based on energy consumption has shown the sustainability of the microwave welding process. The total energy consumed for microwelding process was less than 360 Wh meaning a total cost up 0,2 euro/100 joints.
Acknowledging the Disabled in the Covid-19 Response: A Study on the Psychological Impacts of the Covid-19 Pandemic Upon Persons with Disabilities in Sri Lanka
Authors: Rathnayake Isuru A.
Published: November 2024

This study intends to investigate the psychological impact of the crippling consequences caused by the Covid-19 pandemic upon people with disabilities in Sri Lanka. The global spread of the Covid-19 pandemic forced people to renegotiate their traditional ways of living to match the demands of the health authorities to contain its spread. Such changes plunged almost all the societies into chaos, the impact of which was heavily felt by people with disabilities, one of the most vulnerable social groups. Studies on the experiences of people with disabilities in Sri Lanka have primarily focused on its socio-economic impact, creating a lacuna in research that explores its psychological impact. Six semi-structured interviews have been carried out with persons with disabilities along with a review of legislations/policy documents that relate to the rights of the target group to gather data for this study, which have been analysed through a theoretical framework that draws on Mike Oliver’s social model of disability, Martha A. Fineman’s vulnerability theory and Kimberlé Crenshaw’s theory of intersectionality.It examines the impact of prolonged lockdowns, use of online platforms, false rumors regarding health risks and the impact of empathy upon self-worth to understand the psychological impact of the Covid-19 pandemic upon the disabled, thereby addressing the said research gap. It argues for the importance of a rights-based policy framework that integrates disability and other sectors, improving communicational and technical skills and taking measures to prepare these individuals to face crisis situations in helping them to assimilate to these new realities.
Reminiscing the Past through the Present: A Study on the Reminiscence of Ancient Bilateral Relations Between Greece and Egypt in Modern Diplomatic Agreements
Authors: Perera Sathsara
Published: November 2024

The agreement on the delimitation of the Exclusive Economic Zone in the East Mediterranean Sea between Greece and Egypt is identified as an important step in international affairs. On the 7th of August 2020, Greece and Egypt signed this agreement in Cairo and it demarcates an exclusive drilling right for gas and oil, two energy resources in the Mediterranean Sea. This recent agreement is reminiscent of commerce, diplomatic, and political contacts that existed between ancient Greece and Egypt. Unearthed archaeological evidence and historical references portray the nature of these ancient relations. A close analysis of the agreement and its implications along with an examination of ancient references is done under the historical method to evaluate the importance of this long-term diplomatic relation. Naukratis, the Greek port in Egyptian territory was a major trade port inhabited by selective Greek communities. The trading ports of Canopus and Heracleion also functioned as major ports linking ancient Greece and Egypt.Furthermore, there are ancient records of Egypt sending grain supplies to Athens in times of need. Further evidence shows Greece sending mercenaries to Egypt in request. Ancient Egypt had allied with selected Greek states, especially Athens, depending on their necessities. The recent agreement signed by Greece and Egypt in 2020 is examined as a present case study to reassess the continuation of these bilateral relations. Further, maritime commerce has played an important role in the continuation of foreign relations between Greece and Egypt throughout the centuries.
Multiparametric MRI targeted prostate biopsy: When omit systematic biopsy?
Authors: Pepe Pietro , Pepe Ludovica , Fiorentino Vincenzo , Curduman Mara , Fraggetta Filippo
Published: November 2024

Introduction: To evaluate the detection rate for prostate cancer (PCa) performing multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) fusion targeted biopsy (TPBx) combined only with ipsilateral systematic prostate biopsy (SPBx). Materials and Methods: From January 2023 to December 2023, 495 men with clinical suspicion of PCa underwent transperineal SPBx plus TPBx in the presence of PI-RADS score lesions ≥ 3. Results: In 250/495 men (50.5%) a PCa was found, while 36/250 (14.4%) men had negative mpMRI. In comparison to TPBx, SPBx diagnosed a higher number of indolent PCa, 38.5 vs. 5.8%, respectively; conversely, SPBx demonstrated a higher detection rate for clinically significant PCa (97.3 vs. 85.4%) in the presence of ISUP Grade Group 2 (GG2). In details, rates were higher in the presence of GG2 (100 vs. 76%), GG3 (85.7 vs. 75.8%) and GG4 (100 vs. 86.4%) tumors. However, in GG5, both SPBx and TPBx diagnosed 100% of csPCa. Furthermore, 89.4% of the cases showed csPCa on the negative mpMRI side. Conclusions: SPBx combined with TPBx maximized csPCa diagnosis; the use of reduced biopsy scheme limited to ipsilateral side of mpMRI lesion plus TPBx missed 11.6% csPCa. Only in the presence of PI-RADS score 5 SPBx and TPBx diagnosed both 100% of csPCa.
A Comparative Cross-sectional Study to Assess Knowledge Regarding Human Rights of Mentally Ill between Patient with Severe Mental Illness and People Without Mental Illness
Authors: Rawat Rashmi , Mishra Sudha , Tripathi Adarsh , Pandey Shweta
Published: November 2024

Background:

Human rights violation of mental illness (MI) in society by people without MI (PWMI) has been a common occurrence. The present study aims to compare the knowledge regarding the human rights of the mentally ill between asymptomatic patients with severe MI (SMI) and PWMI.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional comparative design was adopted to study the knowledge regarding the human rights of MI among selected asymptomatic patients with SMI and people with PWMI (n = 122). Purposive sampling technique was used to collect the data through face-to-face interview using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data.

Results:

In the present study, findings revealed that mentally ill patients are still struggling for their rights to be accepted as a part of society. MI patients are being discriminated against by the community because of their MI without getting equal treatment even after their recovery is accepted by both SMI and PWMI. SMI patients did not find the community a safe place contrary to PWMI. PWMI was aware of the rights and policies against harassment of mentally ill other than SMI patients.

Conclusion:

The study finds that the mentally ill patients are discriminated on various aspects and are not fully aware of their rights which conclude that community needs to be educated regarding the human rights of mentally ill to protect and promote the rights of PWMI.
Understanding the connection and relation between sleep and depression in a tertiary health-care center: Insights from a cross-sectional study
Authors: Aravindh M. , Sureshkumar Kailash , Kailash Shabeeba Z. , Sobia P. R. , Madhumitha V.
Published: November 2024

Background:

There is a bidirectional relationship between sleep disturbance and depression, with which a new hypothesis could be generated, that is, sleep disturbance can be a prodromal event rather than a symptom of depression. Many long-term studies have identified insomnia as a risk factor for the onset or recurrence of depression in young, middle-aged, and older people and it can also increase the risk of self-harm and suicide, which can also exacerbate the medical comorbidity conditions and also increase the substance intake.

Materials and Methods:

Those patients attending the psychiatry outpatient department of tertiary Health-care center for 6 months were considered. Those patients who were diagnosed with depression as per the International Classification of Diseases-11 depression criteria were taken after getting proper informed consent from them. Then, those patients who satisfied the inclusion criteria were taken into the study and evaluated with self-structured pro forma including details regarding the sociodemographic profile, Hamilton Depression Rating Scale, and Insomnia Severity Index Scale to assess the severity of depression and sleep disturbance.

Results:

The prevalence of sleep disturbance in depressive individuals was found to be 78% (140). The significance was established between the severity of depression and the severity of insomnia (P<0.001), along with sleep duration (P<0.001), insomnia type (P=0.002), benzodiazepine usage (P<0.001) and self-harm ideas/attempts (P<0.001).

Conclusion:

Sleep is considered a major aspect of holistic care, as it may have an impact on the severity, frequency and duration of depression and its remission along with quality of life and mortality rate.
Prevalence of mental illness and associated factors among the elderly in Ogun East Senatorial District, Nigeria
Authors: Adebola Y Omotosho , Olawale O Ogunsemi , Oluwatoyin A Fasesan , Kolawole J Sodeinde , Ngozi O Adefala , John O Ogunkoya , Abiodun O Osinaike , Chikwendu Amaike , Fisayo G Ajayi , Olumide A Abiodun
Published: November 2024

Background:

Mental health problems are common in the elderly; they often go unnoticed, ignored, untreated, or considered part of normal aging. About a quarter of the Nigerian population have mental health problems, out of which 3.26% are elderly.

Aim:

This study aimed to determine the prevalence, types, and factors associated with mental illnesses among the elderly.

Materials and Methods:

This was a community-based cross-sectional survey of the elderly. Four hundred and two elderly people were selected by a multistage sampling technique and were interviewed using semi-structured questionnaires. Data analysis was done using the IBM SPSS Statistics version 22.0. Descriptive statistics were summarized using proportion and presented in frequency tables. Bivariate analyses were done using the Chi-square test and logistic regression analyses. The level of significance was set at a 95% confidence interval with P < 0.05.

Results:

The prevalence of mental illness among the elderly respondents was 35.8%. Of all the mental illnesses, generalized anxiety disorder ranked the highest (15.4%), followed by current alcohol dependence (14.9%). The factors found to be associated with mental illness in the elderly included monogamous family type (odds ratio [OR] = 0.211, P = 0.034) and monthly income <50,000 Naira (OR = 85.108, P = 0.003).

Conclusion:

This study revealed that the prevalence of mental illness was high among the community-dwelling elderly respondents of Ogun East Senatorial District. The determinants of mental illness among the elderly were monthly income of <50,000 naira, while monogamous family type was found to be protective of mental illness in the elderly.
Evaluating the Correlation of SARS-CoV-2 Reverse-transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction Cycle Threshold Values at Diagnosis with Subsequent COVID-19 Disease Severity and Humoral Immune Responses in Children: A Prospective Observational Study
Authors: Penugonda Asha Jyothi , Biswas Deepayan , Dsouza Rahul William , Valiaveetil Koshy Alan , Durai Balamurugan , Antonisamy Belavendra , Moorthy Mahesh , Kompithra Rajeev Zachariah , Mathew Leni Grace
Published: November 2024

Background and Objective:

Few studies in adults and none in children have analyzed simultaneously, the correlation of SARS-CoV-2 reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) cycle threshold (Ct) value (inversely correlated to viral load) at diagnosis, with subsequent disease severity and antibody responses. A correlation could potentially inform treatment and vaccination decisions in advance.

Materials and Methods:

This prospective observational study was conducted from February 2021 to January 2022 in children below 16 years who tested RT-PCR test positive for SARS-CoV-2, including multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children. Disease severity was stratified as per standard definitions. Ct values were analyzed at diagnosis; IgG antibodies to S and N2 were quantified using a binding antibody test, 4–6 weeks after diagnosis. Multivariable analyses factored in potential effect modifiers such as age, gender, time from onset of symptoms to RT-PCR testing, time from RT-PCR to antibody testing, and immunocompromised state.

Results:

Of the 79 (47 male: 32 female) children who completed the study, 23 (29%) were asymptomatic, 47 (59%) had mild-to-moderate disease, 9 (11.4%) had severe disease; and 30/79 (38%) had comorbidities. The mean Ct/standard deviation (SD) value of the study population was 27.94 (±6.8); with mean Ct/SD values of 30.71 (±4.82), 26.25 (±6.82), and 29.69 (±8.5) in asymptomatic, mild-to–moderate, and severe disease, respectively. Although differences were observed between disease groups in mean Ct values and anti-N antibody titers using multiple-comparison correction, multivariable analyses showed no statistically significant correlation between Ct values, disease severity, and antibody titers.

Conclusions:

In children, SARS-CoV-2 Ct value at diagnosis independently predicts neither subsequent disease course/severity nor antibody response after 4–6 weeks.
Review of Two Cases of Borderline Phyllodes Tumor of the Breast with Metastasis
Authors: Khan Adil Ahmed , Kumar Shivam , Ali Zahed , Gupta Dhiraj , Sajeevan Sanjay , Gupta Sweety , Joseph Deepa , Gupta Manoj
Published: November 2024

The case series outlines two cases of borderline phyllodes tumor which later on transformed into malignant phyllodes with metastasis. Malignant phyllodes tumors, although rare, exhibit unique clinicopathological features that necessitate prompt and accurate diagnosis to mitigate their higher recurrence rates. The current lack of consensus on optimal surgical techniques and the appropriate application of radiation and chemotherapy underscores the critical need for a standardized treatment protocol. This is particularly crucial in palliative care settings, where a standardized approach will play a vital role in reducing tumor recurrence and improving patient outcomes.