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The accelerating effect of multilingualism on learning a new language grammar: the case of grammatical gender agreement
Authors: Długosz Kamil
Published: May 2024

Mounting evidence suggests that prior knowledge of multiple languages can enhance learning additional languages. Nevertheless, the effects of multilingualism on grammar learning among adults are yet to be unveiled. The present study investigates the effect of prior foreign language knowledge on the acquisition of pronominal gender agreement in a new language. Forty-three native speakers of Polish learning Swedish with and without prior knowledge of German completed a speeded acceptability judgment task that involved items with grammatical and ungrammatical pronominal gender agreement in Swedish. According to the results, learners who had learnt German achieved higher accuracy scores than learners who had not. The difference between them decreased with increasing Swedish proficiency. In addition, only learners who had learnt German judged ungrammatical items faster than grammatical items. Thus, the present study demonstrates that prior foreign language knowledge accelerates learning grammatical gender agreement and facilitates access to grammatical gender knowledge in a new language, thereby providing evidence for a multilingual advantage in learning grammar. Implications for language teaching in multilingual contexts are discussed.
Экологическая культура как механизм формирования ценностных ориентиров студенческой молодѐжи
Authors: Савотина Н.А. , Суханова В.С.
Published: May 2024

В статье раскрывается сущность понятия экологическая культура и ее ключевые структурные компоненты. В контексте современных научных исследований дается соотношение экологической культуры и экологических ценностей, представлены виды экологических ценностей и эколого-ценностных ориентаций. Предложены формы и условия, способствующие формированию экологических ценностей студенческой молодѐжи
К вопросу о социальной ответственности как признаке социального государства
Authors: Садриева Д.Н.
Published: May 2024

В системе теоретических суждений о социальном государстве практически не рассматривается вопрос о его соотношении с социальной ответственностью. Автор устанавливает взаимосвязи и взаимовлияние этих явлений, позволяющих рассматривать социальную ответственность в системе основных признаков социального государства.
Разработка информационной системы учета оборудования проектного офиса
Authors: Тимофеева Н.В.
Published: May 2024

Статья посвящена вопросу оптимизации деятельности проектного менеджера по учету размещенного в проектном офисе оборудования с помощью внедрения информационной системы. В данной работе приведен техно-рабочий проект системы для решения проблем, возникающих в ходе поддержки операций учета оборудования, на котором выполняются и защищаются проекты обучающимися.
Новые возможности для развития АПК в Краснодарском крае
Authors: Симаков Г.А.
Published: May 2024

В статье рассматриваются открывшиеся возможности развития сферы АПК на территории Краснодарского края. Проводится анализ статистических данных в отрасли сельского хозяйства. Изучается его развитие в период появления санкций в отношении Российской Федерации. Выявляются существующие проблемы развития сферы АПК. Предлагаются пути повышения эффективности, инновационного развития агропромышленного комплекса Краснодарского края.
Financial constraints of ASEAN firms: Impact alleviation by ESG pillars
Authors: Ng Yee Ling , Lau Wei Theng , Soh Wei Ni , Razak Nazrul Hisyam Ab
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to examine whether ESG plays a positive moderating role in the negative relationship between financial constraint, the Kaplan-Zingales (KZ) and Whited and Wu (WW) indexes, and firm performance: Return of Asset (ROA) and Return of Equity (ROE). This study uses information from the Thomas Refinitiv database, which covers the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN-5): Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines non-financial firms from 2011 to 2019. Fixed-effects (FE) are used as the baseline model, and random-effects (RE) act as the robustness of methods. The results show that the main effect of financial constraints is to act as an obstacle to firm performance. However, the marginal effects of financial constraints can be improved in the presence of ESG. Firms with a high ESG score are better at alleviating the adverse impact of financial constraints as compared to those with a low ESG score. When the ESG score is further broken down into three sub-pillar dimensions, the S-score is of the greatest magnitude in its moderating role in the ESG breakdown. The findings have important implications: effective financial support and the source of funding from the government are crucial to supporting firm performance. ESG-compliant strategies should also be formulated to encourage ESG disclosure, which leads to increased capital allocation efficiency. The firms should be stringent on S-score, which helps drive the company as employees respond by giving their best. Governments and firms need to deploy ESG guidelines in order to succeed in thriving competitive firm performances.
The effectiveness of super's theory-based career group counseling in developing self-concept and career decision-making among a sample of gifted students in Jordan
Authors: Alsqour Alaa , Al-Shoubaki Naifa
Published: May 2024

This study explores the effectiveness of Donald Super’s theory-based career group counseling in improving self-concept and career-related decision-making among a sample of gifted students enrolled in King Abdullah II School for Excellence in Jordan. The quasi-experimental study used a total of 56 male and female tenth grade students, who volunteered to participate in the group counseling program. They were randomly distributed into two groups (experimental and control), each consisting of 15 participants. In order to answer the question of the study, a career group counseling program was developed based on Super's theory, and two scales were applied—the Adolescent Self-Concept Short Scale (ASCSS) and the Career Decision-Making (CDM) scale. The career group counseling program was applied to experimental group through 14 sessions (two weekly sessions) each lasting for 90 minutes The results of the study revealed that there were statistically significant differences at the level of α = < 0.05 between the degree of the experimental and control group scores in the post-test on the Adolescent Self-Concept Short Scale and the Career Decision-Making scale in favor of the experimental group, which showed the effectiveness of the program in promoting self-concept and career decision-making.
The influence of teachers’ statistics knowledge on the academic performance of high school students in math lessons
Authors: Gulzhaukhar Assanbayeva , Aigul Dauletkulova , Aizada Kaiyr , Dayana Kadyr , Kairden Bayetov , Akzhan Akhatay
Published: May 2024

Statistics and probability is one branch of mathematics with numerous conceivable outcomes and problem-solving circumstances that require a basic problem-solving aptitude. The purpose of this study is to determine the need for high school mathematics teachers to teach statistics and probability, which would serve as a basis for improving the level of teaching statistics and mathematics in general. A descriptive research method was applied in this study, and a two-part survey was employed as the primary method of data collection. A total of 34 secondary school mathematics teachers from 23 private and public secondary schools in Kazakhstan acted as respondents to answer a specially designed questionnaire. The mean value, percentage of frequency, standard deviations, correlation, regression, percentage of correct answers and average percentage scores were used. Based on the responses, the respondents have a low level of knowledge regarding the content of statistics, but their students have satisfactory results in statistics and mathematics. The results of this study will give scientists an idea of how to improve the level of training of mathematics teachers. In addition, since higher educational institutions are engaged in the training of mathematics teachers, they need to think about the methodology of teaching statistics, as well as teacher training institutes, to adapt courses and seminars for teachers.
A Way to Be, or Intergenerational Continuity Creative Experience
Authors: Zhukova O.A.
Published: May 2024

The philosophical generation is an important historical and cultural topic. From our point of view, it is not just about what the representatives of the generation did. This is a question about established professional connections, scientific communications, corporate and friendly social circles in the context of Russian intellectual and cultural history - this is a question about traditions and continuity of creative experience.
Tools zur Übernahme digitaler Dateiablagen
Authors: Fritz Leonie
Published: May 2024

Thema des auf einer Zertifikatsarbeit basierenden Artikels ist der Prozessschritt der technischen Analyse bei der Übernahme digitaler Dateiablagen. Im praktischen Teil werden die drei Tools Archifiltre, DROID und TreeSize Professional auf ihre Eignung für die Ausführung der technischen Analyse anhand der digitalen Dateiablage eines Nachlasses aus dem Arbeitsalltag der Verfasserin geprüft. Nebst dem Test der erforderlichen Funktionalitäten wird die Frage geklärt, ob die Tools gebrauchstaugliche Arbeitsinstrumente für Anwender*innen ohne IT-Vorkenntnisse sind. Die Untersuchung ergab, dass Archifiltre und TreeSize Professional nach den definierten Kriterien als geeignete Tools für die technische Analyse als Ganzes gelten können. DROID hingegen ist auf einen der Arbeitsschritte innerhalb der Analyse spezialisiert.
Deskriptoren – Erschliessungs- und Vermittlungspraxis in der Burgerbibliothek Bern
Authors: Glarner Nadja
Published: May 2024

Der Artikel untersucht die manuelle Indexierung im Archivbereich am Fallbeispiel der Deskriptoren in der Burgerbibliothek Bern. Dazu wurden die Mitarbeiter*innen zu ihrer Erschliessungs- und Vermittlungspraxis befragt sowie die Deskriptorendaten und ihre Geschichte analysiert. In einem komparativen Teil wurden mittels einer Umfrage die Erfahrungen anderer Archive mit demselben Archivinformationssystem ermittelt. Es wurde besonders nach dem Kosten-Nutzen-Verhältnis und den Gründen gefragt, warum sich die Institutionen für oder gegen eine Deskribierung entschieden haben. In einem dritten Teil wurden die zukünftigen Entwicklungen im Archivbereich wie etwa die Named Entity Recognition oder Records in Contexts beleuchtet, insbesondere die Vorteile einer Umstrukturierung der Deskriptorendaten nach dem RiC-Standard und die Migration in ein neues System mit flexiblen Darstellungsmöglichkeiten und vermehrter Vernetzung mit externen Ressourcen.
Aufteilung der Archive bei Staatensukzession oder Gebietsverschiebung
Authors: Marani Běla
Published: May 2024

Was geschieht mit den Archiven eines Staates, wenn dieser Teile seines Gebietes verliert oder der Staat untergeht? Nach dem Zusammenbruch des Ostblocks und dem Untergang der DDR, der Tschechoslowakei, der Sowjetunion und Jugoslawiens rückten die Archivteilungen und -abkommen in den Fokus der Forschung. Die Wiener Konvention über Staatennachfolge in Vermögen, Archive und Schulden vermittelt theoretische Empfehlungen, die jedoch der Praxis in Bezug auf die Teilung der Staatsarchive nur bedingt standhielten. Die Problematik der Teilung der Staatsarchive wird anhand dreier ausgewählter Beispiele, der Auflösung der Tschechischen und Slowakischen Föderativen Republik, der Gründung des Kantons Jura und dem Übertritt des Bezirks Laufental vom Kanton Bern zum Kanton Basel-Landschaft untersucht. Hierzu möchte diese Arbeit einen Beitrag leisten, indem sie die Grundsätze und Lösungen für den Abschluss eines Archivabkommens evaluiert.
Future of Food Exploring Edible Insects- An Alternative Approach: A Review
Authors: Milesh Ligi , Kushwaha Ramesh Kumar , Mathew Twinkle , Kumar Saket
Published: May 2024

The burden of human population is influences availability and quality of food, therefore edible insect may be an alternative source for food. Almost all insects are rich in their nutritional content and have the potential to be served as food for animals and humans. It is provide important necessary nutrition required for the people, while its nutritional content may vary from species to species and genus to genus. Many numbers of insect are recognized as edible that belong to genus Ocalea, order Coleoptera. Apart from direct consumption, edible insects have a huge impact in the food processing industry. These insects are extremely rich in their nutritional value and can help to resolve the world’s hunger crisis and other global deficits. At present day, most of the edible insects are collected from the wild area, even though in-house and these insects provide sustainable product. Till date, there is total of 1,900 edible insects are reported from worldwide. This review is summarizing on the different types of edible insects availability, nutritional composition and production strategies.
Analyzing character values in learning physics materials for the 2013 business and energy curriculum and the independent curriculum
Authors: Astalini  , Darmaji  , Kurniawan Dwi Agus , Febriana Nadilla , Qoidah Nikma Nur , Azzahra Miftahul Zannah , Triani Elza
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze the character values contained in the 2013 curriculum and the independent curriculum and to distinguish the application of character values in the 2013 curriculum and the independent curriculum. The method used in this research is a qualitative method with the type of document study research. The instrument used by the researcher is a documentation technique. The subjects of this study were the 2013 Curriculum Physics Teacher's Book and the Independent Curriculum Class X Teacher's Book. The results of this study indicate that the character values in the material for effort and energy in physics learning have not been met in the content analysis, problem analysis, and project task analysis. This affects student activities in the 2013 curriculum and the independent curriculum. It is hoped that for further research, research variables can be reproduced so that research results are more effective.
Keywords: 2013 curriculum, character education, physics learning, independent curriculum
Diseño de concreto f´c 210 kg/cm2 con adición de cenizas de cáscaras de huevo y de arroz para reducir el consumo de cemento de las construcciones en la costa central y norte del Perú y minimizar las emisiones de CO2 en el ambiente al reducirse la producción de cemento
Authors:   , Espinoza Orozco Victorino Eduardo , Riva Canepa Alessandro
Published: May 2024

El uso de agregados reciclados de origen orgánico e inorgánico en el concreto viene aumentando en los últimos años. Se ha realizado múltiples investigaciones utilizando satisfactoriamente ceniza de cascara de arroz (CCA) y ceniza de cascara de huevo (CCH) para reemplazar parcialmente el cemento en un diseño de concreto. En esta investigación se utilizan los agregados CCA y CCH en conjunto para reemplazar parcialmente el cemento en un concreto con fin estructural. El objetivo del estudio es realizar un diseño de concreto con adición de CCA y CCH que posea una buena trabajabilidad, que será medida con la prueba de Slump. Además, mantener la resistencia a la flexión y compresión de un concreto convencional. Asimismo, reducir el costo y las emisiones de CO2 de materiales necesarios para el concreto, en su proceso de producción. Para esto se realizan cinco diseños de concreto para analizar la influencia de estos agregados en el concreto, analizando las variables mencionadas, utilizando diferentes porcentajes de reemplazo del cemento que van desde 10% hasta 20% del peso del cemento. La resistencia a la compresión se mide a los 7 y 28 días de curado mientras que la resistencia a la flexión solo a los 28 días. El costo se evalúa netamente con los materiales utilizados y la emisión de CO2 es medida con los materiales y la energía utilizada. Un diseño con 15% de reemplazo de cemento obtuvo una resistencia a la compresión mayor al concreto convencional a los 28 días, al mismo tiempo reduciendo las emisiones de CO2 y el costo.
Pesquisas históricas nos estudos organizacionais: Itinerários metodológicos à luz de Michel de Certeau
Authors: Lacerda Carlos César de Oliveira , Ipiranga Ana Silvia Rocha
Published: May 2024

Contextualização: Os últimos anos foram testemunhas de uma crescente convocação para estudos que articulam a abordagem da história no contexto dos estudos organizacionais. Essas propostas iluminaram as potencialidades da pesquisa histórica ao apresentar diferentes contribuições metodológicas para se entender os fenômenos organizacionais, destacando a experiência das pessoas, da sociedade e das organizações. 
Objetivo: Considerando a abordagem da história nos estudos organizacionais, este trabalho se propõe apresentar alguns itinerários metodológicos segundo Michel de Certeau presentes nas obras “A Escrita da História” (Certeau, 2011) e a “A Invenção do Cotidiano: 1- Artes de Fazer” (Certeau, 2012). 
Método: Foi realizado uma discussão de cunho teórico. Inicialmente apresentamos um panorama de estudos, enfocando questões propriamente sobre métodos da pesquisa histórica na administração e nos estudos organizacionais. Em seguida, se apresentaram algumas ideias propostas na obra “A Escrita da História” (Certeau, 2011) que se basearam em conceitos sobre “As Produções do Lugar” que tratam itinerários metodológicos relacionados ao “Fazer História” e “A Operação Historiográfica”. Além disso foi considerado o conceito de “Práticas de Espaço” proposto na obra “A Invenção do Cotidiano: 1- Artes de Fazer” (Certeau, 2012) que delineiam os itinerários metodológicos relacionados “As Caminhadas pela Cidade” e os “Relatos de Espaço”. 
Resultados: Como resultado se enfatizam as contribuições metodológicas para pesquisadores no que se refere ao desenvolvimento de pesquisas documentais que refletem as “lições da história” a partir de “unidades de compreensão” em uma malha de práticas espaço-temporal no delinear da pesquisa. 
Conclusões: Evidenciam-se, por fim, algumas oportunidades de se ampliar as possibilidades de pesquisas historiográficas nos estudos organizacionais considerando o uso da abordagem de Michel de Certeau, segundo uma lógica histórica temporal da organização de espaços relatada pelas memórias dos caminhantes de cidades.
El rugendas de César Aira
Authors: Schmukler Enrique
Published: May 2024

Este artículo ofrece una lectura de la novela de César Aira (2000), Un episodio en la vida del pintor viajero, que tiene origen en la biografía de Johann Moritz Rugendas. El objetivo es observar que en la reinterpretación que hace el escritor argentino, el viaje del pintor viajero es un viaje que va del realismo a la vanguardia en el cual el artista pierde su carácter absoluto. Sobre el final, se propone un vínculo entre esta ficción, la hipótesis del “retorno del autor” a la literatura y una concepción del autor abierta, en proceso.
Joseph Reményi and socialist world literature
Authors: He Yanli
Published: May 2024

Hungarian American scholar, Joseph Reményi’s concepts of “minority literature,” “small nation literature,” and “world literatures” highlight the shift from the singular forms Deleuze and Guattari’s “minor literature,” Pascale Casanova’s “small literature,” and Marx and Engels and Karl Radek’s “world literature” to their plural counterparts. In the discourse on “minor literature” and “small literature,” Reményi offers a nuanced categorization of Hungarian literary production following the First World War. He delineates it into three distinct strands: “literature in Hungary,” “literature of Hungarian exiles,” and “Hungarian literature in the Successor States.” This tripartite classification not only encapsulates the varied loci of Hungarian literary expression but also underscores the emerging literary dichotomy between Hungarian and Slavic & Soviet literatures in the aftermath of the Second World War. As for “world literature”, Reményi’s conceptual framework, which pivots on the axes of “regionalism” and “internationalism,” segments world literature into four stratified layers: minority and marginal → local → national → world. This theoretical model facilitates a repositioning of the intrinsic diversities inherent within each stratum, mapping them onto a spectrum of diverse nations, cultural groups, and minority populations. Furthermore, Reményi’s concept of “world literatures” represents a shift from the singular notion of Geothe’s “eine allemeine Weltliteratur”, Marx and Engels’ “eine Weltliteratur”, and Radek’s “contemporary world literature” to a pluralized understanding. For “socialist literature”, Reményi’s categorization of Hungarian literature within the Western European tradition, as opposed to Eastern European literature, signifies the multifaceted nature of socialist literature. This concept, initially introduced by Marx and Engels in 1848, further elaborated by Radek in 1934, is eventually expanded by Reményi into a more pluralistic form as socialist literatures in 1956. The fusion of Reményi’s concept of “world literatures” and “socialist literatures” provided a gateway to construct Socialist World Literature.
A análise e proposta de melhoria dos serviços em um espaço de ensino: um estudo de caso em Instituição de Ensino Superior da Região Norte
Authors: Andrade Nilda Maria da Cruz , Neres Lilaine de Sousa , Cardoso Diego Tavares , Sidonio Gilmar Pereira , Martins Harley dos Santos
Published: May 2024

O objetivo desse estudo é avaliar a qualidade dos serviços no espaço de ensino em uma Instituição de ensino superior da Região Norte e propor melhorias por meio de um plano de ação. Foram entrevistados 102 estudantes através de um questionário com 54 perguntas distribuídas entre as cinco dimensões do modelo SERVQUAL, Tangibilidade, Confiabilidade, Segurança, Empatia e Presteza, para verificar as expectativas e percepções dos estudantes em relação aos serviços oferecidos. Os dados coletados foram tabulados no software Excel©, o que permitiu identificar os Gaps para cada categoria bem como as dimensões que geravam maior insatisfação entre os usuários. Os resultados apresentaram a média de -0,075 para as cinco dimensões. Entre as dimensões, a maior lacuna foi a confiabilidade (-0,405), seguida das dimensões, empatia com -0,402, presteza com -0,343, tangibilidade com - 0,324 e segurança com 1,163. A partir dos resultados, foi possível criar um plano de ação voltado para melhoria dos serviços com foco nos itens identificados como prioritários. As ferramentas PCDA e 5W1H foram utilizadas para elaboração do plano de ação visando a melhoria dos serviços no espaço de ensino.
Modelagem de Equações Estruturais e Análise Qualitativa Comparativa: diretrizes para a combinação de técnicas simétricas e assimétricas
Authors: Moraes Gustavo Hermínio Salati Marcondes de , Rébula Ualison
Published: May 2024

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ANALISIS KONTRASTIF INFLEKSI DAN DERIVASI DALAM BAHASA ARAB DAN BAHASA INDONESIA (KAJIAN MORFOLOGI DESKRIPTIF)
Authors: Solihin Muhammad , Muhsinin Muhsinin
Published: May 2024

The aim of this research is to analyze the differences and similarities between Arabic and Indonesian in terms of inflectional morphology and derivations. The type of research used is a descriptive qualitative research method with a contrastive synchronic approach. Data collection methods and techniques in this research used listening methods and note-taking techniques. The results obtained from this research are that there are similarities and differences in the inflection and derivation processes in Arabic and Indonesian. The similarity is that in the inflection process both of them get changes in the verb (verb), nominal (noun) and adjective (adjective). Likewise, in the derivation process, both of them receive additions at the beginning, middle and end in order to obtain a specific meaning or goal. The difference between Arabic and Indonesian in the inflection and derivation process is that Arabic is more productive than Indonesian both in terms of inflection and derivation.
DISKURSUS QIYAS NAHWI PERSPEKTIF IBN MADA DAN ABU ASWAD AD- DU’ALI
Authors: Arsyad Hairuddin , Ramadhan Aji Rizqi , Sopian Asep
Published: May 2024

There are four nahwu postulates agreed upon by the majority of ulama, namely as-sima', al-ijma', al-qiyas, and istishab al-hal. Ibn Mada and Abu Aswad Ad-Du'ali agreed on four components of Qias, namely al-asal, furu', illat, and law. However, this research aims to identify his contribution to the field of nahwi science and identify the contrasting views that occur between Ibn Mada and Abu Aswad Ad-Du'ali in the use of qias in ulus nahwi. The research method used is qualitative with a literature study as a source of data collection. Data analysis techniques include an in-depth analysis of the contributions of Ibn Mada and Abu Aswad Ad-dual in the field of Usul Nahwi and a contrast to the use of Qias Nahwi as law. The result of this research is that in the discourse on Qiyas Nahwi, the perspectives of Ibn Mada and Abu Aswad al-Du'ali present different but complementary approaches. Ibn Mada emphasized structure and precision in applying Qiyas, while Abu Asad al-Du'ali was more inclined towards context and flexibility in using this method. These two approaches enrich our understanding of how Qiyas can be applied effectively in understanding and applying the law.
Clinical Characteristic of Patients Underwent Bone Mineral Density Examination in Prof. Dr. R. Soeharso Orthopaedic Hospital in 2022-2023: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Prijosedjati R. Andhi , Utomo Pamudji , Sabariyah Leli , Fauzi Ahmad
Published: May 2024

Background: In Indonesia, osteoporosis affects roughly 23% of men and women aged 50-70 and a staggering 53% of those over 70. Understanding the characteristics of patients undergoing bone mineral density (BMD) examinations is crucial for developing better strategies for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. This study investigates the characteristics of patients who had BMD examinations at the Prof. Dr. R. Soeharso Orthopaedic Hospital.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Prof. Dr. R. Soeharso Orthopaedic Hospital from April 2022 to April 2023, using a total sampling approach and data extracted from digital medical records. The variables included age, gender, body mass index (BMI), BMD T-score from the lumbar spine, hip, and forearm, frequency and location of fragility fracture (FF), osteoporosis frequency, and fracture risk assessment (FRAX) score for major osteoporotic fracture (MOF) and hip fracture. Patients with incomplete data were excluded.
Results: This study involved 168 patients, mainly women (83%) and men (17%). Most (81.5%) were aged 50-74, with osteoporosis affecting 29.2% and severe osteoporosis affecting 60.7%. The spine was the most common site of FF (88.2%). Osteoporosis severity correlated with higher BMI (p<0.05). FRAX scores for MOF and hip fractures were mostly in the low-risk category.
Conclusions: A high prevalence of osteoporosis and severe osteoporosis among women, particularly those in the age of 50 to 74 years, and higher BMI was correlated with greater severity of osteoporosis. FF was found more common among women with the spine as the most frequently affected site.
Medial Plantar Artery Flap for Soft Tissue Coverage of Heel Defect: A Case Report
Authors: Wijaya Ramadhani Hengki , Fachrizal Achmad
Published: May 2024

Background: Numerous flap options exist for providing soft tissue coverage for defects on the heel region. This study presents a case where a bone-exposed wound on the left heel region was successfully reconstructed using a medial plantar artery flap.
Case Report: A 16-year-old girl presented with a necrotic wound on the left heel region with calcaneus, malleolus, and talus fractures following trans-ankle external fixation on her left leg. After debridement and necrotomy, the wound revealed exposed calcaneus and implant. A medial plantar artery flap was dissected, preserving its vascularization. The flap was then carefully transferred to the wounded area and sutured appropriately. A skin graft harvested from the ipsilateral femoral region was used to cover the donor site.
Discussion: This case demonstrates the efficacy of the medial plantar artery flap as a local flap option for heel defect coverage. It is a relatively easy-to-perform procedure that provides a strong and thin skin flap. Moreover, it offers a favorable cosmetic outcome for the patient, as the surgical scar can be be relatively easy to hide with footwear. However, limitations of the medial plantar artery flap include its size and depth constraints, as well as loss of vascularization from a medial plantar artery on the plantar region.
Conclusion: The medial plantar artery flap is a feasible option as a local flap for the heel region. It is relatively easy to perform, provides a strong thin skin flap, and can results in a preferable cosmetic outcome.
Pacific Emerald Doves Chalcophaps longirostris socially signal with shoulder marking
Authors: Frith Clifford
Published: May 2024

Pacific Emerald Doves Chalcophaps longirostris attracted to a constantly available artificial food resource within North Queensland upland tropical rainforest often simultaneously numbered up to six individuals, resulting in frequent aggressive interaction. Observing and photographing Pacific Emerald Doves near and at the food source showed that individuals approaching feeders with conspecifics already at the feeders fully exposed their white shoulder-patch and held the wing joint just slightly away from the body, possibly as a flight-intention movement. Birds more distant from the feeders, or approaching them in the absence of conspecifics, exposed but a small part of their shoulder-patch, holding the wing tight against the body with body contour feathers covering the edge of the wing to give the usual appearance of the species. Thus, exposing the entire white shoulder-patch, which makes it appear whiter, functions as a ‘fight or flee’ social signal previously undocumented in the species or in any of the other Chalcophaps species.
Measurement and the Illusion of Quantum Collapse
Authors: Ring David
Published: May 2024

Models of quantum measurements are presented, including observers subject to the laws of quantum mechanics. Observers perform multiple measurements in an attempt to disprove the collapse hypothesis. It is shown that under reasonable assumptions the effort cannot succeed. Under a unitary evolution the end state is a correlation between the result of the first measurement and the result(s) of the others, consistent with the observer's collapse hypothesis. The observer may conclude that the laws of nature include a non-unitary collapse mechanism, even if one does not actually exist. Discard of information is the crucial factor which distinguishes entanglement from measurement.
Comparative Analysis of Individual Level and Community Level Approach for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals for Under-Five Mortality Rate
Authors: Sarkar Jaimini , Sarkar Chiradeep
Published: May 2024

Introduction: In the year 2022, 4.9 million children died worldwide before five years of age. United Nations General Assembly has set the target of bringing down under-five child mortality to 25 deaths per 1000 live births by 2030. However, the United Nations Inter-Agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation highlights, that without rapid action many low and Lower Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) will not be able to achieve this target and 35 million under-five children will die before 2030. In such a scenario understanding the determinants that bring down preventable deaths in children is important. Design: Anonymized, publicly available data from the India National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) is collected. The sample consisted of 724,115 women in the age group of 15-49 years has been sub-grouped as urban and rural women. Data on the number of Anganwadi centers per state has been collected from the Ministry of Women and Child Development. For better analysis of data, the country is divided into regions. Union territories are grouped in these regions as per their geographical locations. Descriptive statistical analysis, correlation coefficient analysis, and linear regression analysis were done. Results: Results of the Pearson correlation indicated that there is a significantly large positive relationship between operational AWCs (%) and U5MR (r = 0.542, p < .001) whereas there is a significantly large negative relationship between women with Internet access (%) and U5MR, (r = -0.738, p < .001). For our data, the multiple regression equation for y is U5MR (per 1000 live births) = 0.77266. AWCs (%) - 0.58788. women with Internet access (%) + 53.68073. Conclusion: Compared to NFHS-4 (2015-16) U5MR has reduced in almost all states of the country. The study shows more urban women have access to the Internet as compared to rural women. Child mortality is higher in rural areas in every state as compared to urban areas. Urban women have more access to health information because of internet access which may be the reason for lesser child mortality in urban areas compared to rural areas. Internet access for women (individual level) is far more effective in bringing down U5MR if compared to the community-level approach of Daycare centers.
Influence of Various Rock Types on the Recovery of Heavy Hydrocarbons by Supercritical Carbon Dioxide
Authors: Spirov Pavel , Rudyk Svetlana
Published: May 2024

This study explores pressure, miscibility, and pore medium effects on heavy hydrocarbon recovery up to 65 MPa from four rock types: sand, tight sandstone, cavernous limestone, and oil sand. Results reveal MMP at 50 MPa, with peak recovery at 93% (56 MPa). Interestingly, recovery trends counter traditional expectations, notably decreasing in tight sandstone (42-56 MPa) and oil sand (50-65 MPa). Varied recoveries in cavernous limestone (25-56 MPa) highlight porosity and vug influence. Higher pressures hinder recovery due to SC-CO2's density and viscosity, favoring the immiscible process for efficient heavy hydrocarbon extraction.
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Freshwater Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Sources, Distribution, and Impacts
Authors: Berríos-Rolón Pedro J. , Cotto María , Márquez Francisco
Published: May 2024

This review paper presents a comprehensive synthesis of current knowledge on the contamination of water systems by polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). PAHs, organic contaminants characterized by two or more fused aromatic rings, are notably problematic due to their persistence, bioaccumulation, and significant health risks. The review commences with an examination of various sources of PAHs in aquatic environments, encompassing both anthropogenic activities, such as industrial discharges, urban runoff, and oil spills, and natural phenomena including volcanic eruptions and wildfires. Subsequently, the discussion shifts to the distribution patterns of PAHs within different aquatic ecosystems, with an analysis of factors that influence their transport. Considerable focus is placed on the entry mechanisms of PAHs into water systems and their interactions with diverse environmental matrices. Additionally, the ecotoxicological effects of PAHs on aquatic life are scrutinized, with particular emphasis on molecular, individual, and ecosystemic impacts. This includes an exploration of PAH bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms and their potential mutagenic and carcinogenic consequences. The review further addresses the challenges associated with detecting and quantifying PAHs in aquatic settings, reflecting on the advancements in analytical methodologies and the complexities introduced by their varied physicochemical properties. The paper concludes with a summary of existing regulatory frameworks and guidelines governing PAH contamination in water systems, underscoring the imperative for global collaboration in the monitoring and management of PAH pollution.
Navigating the AI Employment Landscape: Strategies for Workforce Readiness and Inclusive Growth in Malaysia
Authors: Jamal Siti Maisarah
Published: May 2024

The dynamic landscape of AI adoption and its impact on employment in Malaysia demands a multifaceted approach to navigate the challenges and harness the opportunities presented. While the government's commitment to fostering AI adoption through initiatives like the National AI Framework and the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint is commendable, it is imperative to address concerns regarding job displacement and ensure inclusive growth. This study identifies the pressing research problem of workforce readiness for the AI-driven future, emphasizing the need to explore strategies for reskilling and upskilling affected workers. By employing critical lenses such as Marxist, feminist, and postcolonial perspectives, scholars highlight the power dynamics and societal implications inherent in AI deployment, guiding the development of policies and interventions that prioritize workers' interests and address social inequalities. Moving forward, a comprehensive approach combining policy interventions, educational reforms, and inclusive strategies is essential to maximize the benefits of AI adoption while mitigating its potential risks. Longitudinal studies, interdisciplinary research, and comparative analyses will further advance our understanding and inform evidence-based policymaking in this evolving field. Ultimately, by prioritizing workforce preparedness, social equity, and sustainable development, Malaysia can position itself as a leader in the AI-driven global economy, fostering a resilient, inclusive, and prosperous society for all.
Fecal Steroids of Breeding and Non-breeding Free-Ranging Black-Tufted Marmoset Females
Authors: Silva Ita de Oliveira e , Boere Vanner , Sousa Maria Bernardete Cordeiro
Published: May 2024

Marmosets from the Callithrix genus (six species) are anthropoids distributed in many Brazilian biomes, but anthropogenic pressure is a risk for hybridization and virtually the extinction of some species. Despite this, only a few data are available on reproductive ecology, which is a gap in understanding the physiological modulation of the socio-sexual behavior of free-ranging marmosets. In this study, we characterized fecal concentrations of progesterone, estrogens, and glucocorticoids of six breeding and non-breeding females from two groups of free-ranging C. penicillata, which is the species with the largest geographical distribution and most important in hybridization studies. The fecal progesterone was significantly higher in females who gave birth than non-breeding females, which was linked to reproductive status. The levels of fecal estrogens and glucocorticoids did not differ between breeding and non-breeding females. The data are according to the few studies on steroid values of free-ranging and captive marmosets. This study shows the concentrations of progesterone and glucocorticoids in free-ranging C. penicillata for the first time. Overall, the high levels of progesterone associated with pregnancy in free-ranging C. penicillata as well as levels of estrogens and glucocorticoids close to those reported for other species, suggest a conserved pattern of hormonal secretion between Callithrix species that have been studied in captivity.
Enhancing Research Reactor Safety: Insights from Independent Assessment and Uncertainty Analysis
Authors: Edo Abdulkerim Kemal , Ergun Sule
Published: May 2024

This paper investigates the importance of enhancing the safety of research reactors, especially in newcomer countries where experience may be limited. The focus is on the role of Independent Assessment (IA) and assessors in addition to using Best Estimate plus Uncertainty (BEPU) approach in enhancing safety measures. By using the best estimate codes to perform uncertainty calculations, the BEPU technique logically connects nuclear thermal hydraulics and nuclear reactor safety. BEPU is based on an understanding of the phenomena related to the reactor state. Reactor circumstances, such as those related to operations or accidents, could be identified in this way. The IA process, involves experts supporting design, installation, safety analysis, decommissioning, and modification. In order to shape the use of IA process in this study feedback from nuclear professionals was collected through questionnaires, revealing a consensus on the necessity of qualified regulatory bodies in newcomer countries. Additionally, the questionnaires highlighted the potential benefits of IA, such as minimizing accident risks and providing valuable insights for future analyses. The results indicate a global anticipation of increased research reactor construction, particularly in newcomer countries.
The study discusses the propagation of input uncertainties, emphasizing the importance of considering various factors and parameters in safety assessments. The BEPU method was applied by using the COBRA-TF code by modeling onset of nucleate boiling (ONB) conditions for VVR-K research reactor. For uncertain parameters; ±1% inlet/initial pressure, ±1% inlet temperature, and ±1% linear heat rate, the ONB temperature in the axial region with the average cladding temperature was calculated to be 114.44℃. Table 2 (our references) provided a value of 114.6℃. The close agreement between the reference value and the COBRA-TF result shows that the model used in the calculation of the reference value and the Chen relation used by COBRA-TF are compatible.
Systems and Methods for Transformation and Degradation Analyses
Authors: Osara Jude , Bryant Michael
Published: May 2024

Modern concepts in irreversible thermodynamics are applied to system transformation and degradation analyses. Phenomenological entropy generation (PEG) theorem is combined with the Degradation-Entropy Generation (DEG) theorem for instantaneous multi-disciplinary, multi-scale, multi-component system characterization. A Transformation-Phenomenological Entropy Generation (TPEG) theorem and space materialize with system and process defining elements and dimensions. The near-100% accurate, consistent results and features in recent publications demonstrating and applying the new TPEG methods to frictional wear, grease aging, electrochemical power systems cycling—including lithium-ion battery thermal runaway—metal fatigue loading and pump flow, are collated herein, demonstrating the practicality of the new and universal PEG theorem, and the predictive power of models that combine and utilize the PEG and DEG theorems. The methodology is useful for design, analysis, prognostics, diagnostics, maintenance and optimization.
Recent Advances in Pre-clinical Development of Adiponectin Receptor Agonist Therapies for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Authors: Gandhi Shivam , Sweeney Gary , Perry Christopher G.R
Published: May 2024

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is caused by genetic mutations in the cytoskeletal-sarcolemmal anchor protein dystrophin. Repeated cycles of sarcolemmal tearing and repair lead to a variety of secondary cellular and physiological stressors that are thought to contribute to weakness, atrophy, and fibrosis. Collectively, these stressors can contribute to a pro-inflammatory milieu in locomotor, cardiac, and respiratory muscles. Given the many unwanted side effects that accompany current anti-inflammatory steroid-based approaches for treating DMD (e.g., glucocorticoids), there is a need to develop new therapies that address inflammation and other cellular dysfunctions. Adiponectin receptor (AdipoR) agonists, which stimulate AdipoR1 and R2 isoforms on various cell types, have emerged as therapeutic candidates for DMD due to their anti-inflammatory, anti-fibrotic, and pro-myogenic properties in pre-clinical human and rodent DMD models. Although these molecules represent a new direction for therapeutic intervention, the mechanisms through which they elicit their beneficial effects are not yet fully understood, and DMD-specific data is limited. The overarching goal of this review is to investigate how adiponectin signaling may ameliorate pathology associated with dystrophin deficiency through inflammatory-dependent and -independent mechanisms, and to determine if current data supports their future progression to clinical trials.
Bayesian Structural Equation Modeling: Goodness of Fit and Estimation Precision across Sample Sizes
Authors: Mindrila Diana
Published: May 2024

The current study compared the goodness of fit and estimation precision of Bayes and maximum likelihood (ML) structural equation modeling across sample sizes. Data consisted of Markov Chain Monte Carlo generated samples of 50, 75, 100, 125, 150, 200, 250, 500, 750, 1000, and 1500 observations. The Bayes and ML methods were used to estimate a structural equation model with 40 parameters, including 12 continuous observed indicators, four latent variables, and three structural paths. Analyses were conducted with the Mplus 8.0 statistical software and were replicated 500 times with each of the 22 conditions (11 sample sizes x 2 estimation methods). Indices of model fit were the Bayes information criterion, the Tucker-Lewis index, the comparative fit index, the root mean square error of approximation, the posterior predictive p-value (for Bayes models), and the ꭓ2 test (for ML models). Results showed that as the sample size increased, both estimation methods exhibited improved model fit and enhanced estimation precision, and both methods performed well with samples of 200 or larger; however, ML demonstrated a marginally superior fit with smaller samples. These findings were not consistent with previous research and suggest that ML remains a better choice with continuous data and small samples.
Proteome Dynamics of Arabidopsis thaliana Under Moderate Heat Stress
Authors: Fan Kai-Ting , Xu Yuan
Published: May 2024

The pressing threat of global warming poses significant risks to plant survival, adversely affecting their growth and agricultural productivity. It is crucial to understand how plants react to heat stress at the molecular level to develop crops that can withstand higher temperatures. In our study, we investigated the proteome dynamics of *Arabidopsis thaliana* seedlings under moderate heat stress conditions (30°C) using a combination of 15N-stable isotope labeling and the ProteinTurnover algorithm. This approach allowed us to closely examine the proteomic changes across different cellular compartments. Our findings revealed significant changes in the turnover rates of 571 proteins, with an average increase of 1.4-fold, indicating enhanced protein dynamics under heat stress. Notably, root soluble proteins showed more subtle changes, suggesting tissue-specific responses. We also detected significant turnover variations in proteins involved in redox signaling, stress response, and metabolism, highlighting the complex nature of these adaptive mechanisms. In contrast, proteins related to carbohydrate metabolism and mitochondrial ATP synthesis showed little change, underscoring their stability. This detailed analysis illuminates the proteomic adaptations of *Arabidopsis* seedlings to moderate heat stress, enhancing our understanding of plant thermal resilience and supporting efforts to develop thermotolerant crops.