bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Rétköz kutatója. Beszélgetés Kormány Gyula professor emeritusszal = The Researcher of Rétköz: A Conversation with Professor Emeritus Gyula Kormány
Authors: Lenkey Gábor ,   University of Nyíregyháza, Institute of Tourism and Geography, Vass Róbert ,   University of Debrecen, Department of Landscape Protection and Environmental Geography
Published: July 2024

Gyula Kormány, professor of geography, was born on May 9, 1932 in Ibrány. After graduating as a secondary school geography teacher from the University of Szeged (1961), he obtained a degree in pedagogy from the Kossuth Lajos University of Debrecen in 1965. His landscape research activity began in the 1950s and included the examination of the natural features of Rétköz (a microregion in the Great Hungarian Plain). As a result of many years of research, he was the first in Hungary to summarize the conditions, possibilities, variants and methods of applying independent student work in geography education. He also wrote his candidate thesis, titled “The Possibilities and Effectiveness of Independent Student Work”. He worked as a lecturer at Nyíregyházi College from 1963 until his retirement. In April 2005, the Council of Nyíregyháza College awarded him with the title “Professor Emeritus” in recognition of his educational and scientific work.
Pavimentación y abasto de combustibles. Infraestructura para el transporte automotor en la Ciudad de México, 1900-1938
Authors: Franco de los Reyes Diego Antonio
Published: July 2024

El constante incremento del uso del automóvil en la Ciudad de México a principios del siglo xx estuvo estrechamente ligado a la industria petrolera. Para que el automóvil se posicionara como uno de los principales medios de transporte, requirió de un conjunto de cambios urbanos, entre ellos la adecuación de las calles para poder desplazarse de forma eficiente y el aseguramiento de un suministro constante y barato de combustibles y lubricantes para hacer funcionar su maquinaria. En este artículo demuestro que la producción de infraestructura para la pavimentación de calles y el abasto de combustibles satisfizo esta demanda, ligó los intereses privados de las compañías con los de las autoridades locales y produjo racionalidades empresariales, administrativas y de los usuarios.
Liderazgo técnico y modernización sanitaria: creación de la Dirección General de Obras Hidráulicas de la Ciudad de México en 1953
Authors: Nochebuena Miranda José Alberto
Published: July 2024

¿Quiénes son los actores detrás de los grandes programas de obras? Para responder a esta pregunta es fácil acudir a los poderosos intereses económicos involucrados. Sin embargo, tal proceder resulta inadecuado pues el poder de actores económicos se da por hecho. Por tales motivos, en el presente artículo argumento a favor de una perspectiva basada en los protagonistas de los programas de infraestructura valiéndome del caso de la modernización del sistema de desagüe del Valle de México durante la segunda mitad del siglo XX. Para argumentar a favor de esta perspectiva llevo a cabo una revisión de fuentes originales. Como principales hallazgos, planteo que la modernización sanitaria de la ciudad de México fue posible gracias al liderazgo técnico.
La renovación de infraestructura en el centro de la ciudad de México: un proyecto al servicio de las campañas de moralización con Ernesto P. Uruchurtu, 1952-1966
Authors: Zenteno Martínez Carlota
Published: July 2024

Durante el gobierno de Ernesto P. Uruchurtu (1952-1966), la ciudad de México fue sujeta a un planteamiento urbano y social que apostó por la renovación de su infraestructura en atención a las demandas de una ciudad capital en incontrolable crecimiento. Pero también como una medida para contrarrestar el desorden y las prácticas ilícitas e inmorales que se llevaban a cabo en zonas de habitación popular, tal como se observa en el barrio de La Lagunilla. La yuxtaposición entre las Campañas de moralización y la construcción de obra pública comprueba que en el universo de las infraestructuras subyace un ejercicio de poder político e ideológico, el cual usa se sirve de un argumento de marcado tono moral para intervenir en determinados espacios.
 
Palabras claves: Infraestructura, moralización, ciudad de México, Ernesto P. Uruchurtu, La Lagunilla
El libro Das verletzbare Selbst. Trauma und Ethik [El yo vulnerable. Trauma y ética]
Authors: Choque Osman
Published: July 2024

Reseña del libro Das verletzbare Selbst. Trauma und Ethik, de von Werner Theobald
Integrated flood hazard assessment using multi-criteria analysis and geospatial modeling
Authors: Ariyani Dwi , Purwanto Muh. Yanuar Jarwadi , Sunarti Euis , Perdinan Perdinan , Juniati Atie Tri
Published: July 2024

Floods are one of the most prevalent disasters worldwide, including in the capital city of Indonesia. Multi-criteria decision analysis is combined with Geographic Information Systems to produce a mapping of flood hazard areas. The weighting for each parameter is based on six criteria: rainfall, slope gradient, topography, soil type, land cover, and distance from rivers. The flood hazard map is validated using inundation data from the Regional Disaster Management Agency for the years 2015 and 2020. From the general analysis, it can be determined that the parameter most influencing floods is rainfall with a weight of 0.270, followed by slope gradient at 0.164, topography at 0.124, soil type at 0.096, land cover at 0.190, and distance from rivers at 0.155. Therefore, through mapping using QGIS, it is revealed that in 2002, highly flood hazard areas comprised 20.99% of the total Ciliwung Watershed area, which increased to 24.31% in 2020. The validation of the flood hazard map was conducted by recording the coordinate points of flood incidents in 2015 and 2020, revealing that the affected areas within the Ciliwung Watershed occurred in high to very high vulnerability zones. This research demonstrates that flood events in the study area occurred in high to very high flood hazard zones. The results of this study are considered valuable and important for providing accurate information to local governments to develop cost-effective and efficient strategies in dealing with potential flood hazards.
CO2 emissions of tropical peat soils under controlled groundwater table depths: A laboratory-based experiment
Authors: Mahardika Rabbirl Yarham , Anshari Gusti Zakaria , Suryadi Urai Edi
Published: July 2024

The groundwater table (GWT) is widely recognized as a key factor influencing CO2 emissions in tropical peatlands. However, previous studies investigating this relationship have reported diverse results. This variability likely stems from the dynamic nature of field-based groundwater conditions. To address this, our study investigated the relationship between controlled GWT and CO2 emissions in a laboratory experiment using PVC columns filled with peat soil. GWT depths were adjusted to 20 cm, 30 cm, 40 cm, 50 cm, and 60 cm within a large container filled with peat pore water. CO2 emissions were measured using an Infra Red Gas Analyzer - Environmental Gas Monitoring-4 instrument, with a closed-chamber system. Our findings revealed significant differences in CO2 emissions between treatments, except for the transition from 20 cm to 30 cm GWT. Correlation analysis showed a positive correlation (R² = 0.25). Notably, CO2 emission factor values based on average yearly emission rates displayed a substantial increase with decreasing GWT, exhibiting a strong exponential relationship (R² = 0.99).
Assessment of ecological and public health risks associated with heavy metals on farmland in Wonosobo Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Handayani Cicik Oktasari , Sukarjo Sukarjo , Zu'amah Hidayatuz , Hidayah Anik
Published: July 2024

The deposition of metallic substances on farmland is of critical importance owing to its possible detrimental impacts on the surroundings and human wellness. Heavy metals can adversely affect the physicochemical properties of soil and plant health. Prolonged exposure to heavy metals in humans can lead to both carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic effects. The present research intended to determine the dispersion condition of toxic metals on cropland and assess the attendant environmental and health dangers in the Wonosobo Regency. This study used a soil sample survey encompassing 312 soil sampling sites. The completed analyses comprise geographical analysis, index of geo-accumulation (IG), contamination index (CI), Nemerow comprehensive contamination index (NCCI), risk analysis, and health risk analysis. The research findings reveal that cadmium material is the primary contributor to contamination from heavy metals in farmland in Wonosobo Regency, as shown by IG analysis. The CI and environmental hazards assessments suggest considerable pollution levels. Kids are more prone to illnesses than adults due to their daily intake amount, so it is necessary to pay more attention to the daily intake sources in children to minimize exposure to heavy metals.
Land-use land cover changes and their relationship with population and climate in Western Uganda
Authors: Kishaija Noel , Adam Abdelbagi Y F , Heil Bálint
Published: July 2024

Sustainable management of land and its ecosystem requires well-documented Land-use and Land Cover changes (LULCCs) that have occurred over time. The objective of this study was to document the LULCCs, determine their relationship with climate and population changes in Western Uganda, and provide evidence to support decision-making in this region. This study utilized satellite images for the years 1992, 2000, 2010, and 2020 obtained from the European Space Agency Climate Change Initiative (ESA CCI), Climatic data from NASA, and Population Data from the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBoS). LULCCs and their influencers were characterized in the region, for the period 1992 to 2020. ArcGIS Pro Software Program was used to Filter time series data using Definition Query, while the scatterplot was employed to determine the relationship between changes in climate and population on LULCCs. Results indicate that LULC is dominated by agriculture, covering (66.46%), followed by forests (16.22%), waterbodies (8.0%), grassland, shrubland, wetland, and urban areas at (6.11%), (2.63%), (0.49%) and (0.1%) respectively. From 1992 to 2020, the area under agriculture, forest and urban increased by 0.1%, 0.1%, and 0.08%, respectively, while Grassland, wetland, and shrubland declined by (0.22%), (0.05%), and (0.01%) respectively. LULCCs for areas under wetland, grassland, and urban areas have a stronger relationship with precipitation and population growth. This information can be used by the decision-makers at the local, district, and national levels to better guide land-use practices aimed at sustainable land-use management for the current and future generations.
Stay on trails: Detrimental effects of recreational activities on soil compaction and infiltration
Authors: Saputra Danny Dwi , Putra Aditya Nugraha , Sari Rika Ratna , Ishaq Rizki Maulana , Hadiwijoyo Erekso , Hadi Maruf , Suprayogo Didik
Published: July 2024

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (BTS-NP) in East Java, Indonesia showcases a breathtaking volcanic landscape and cultural allure, drawing hundreds of thousands of domestic and international visitors. Recreational activities involving human and animal trampling and motorized-vehicle traffic caused soil disturbance along their networks of paths, trails, or roads, potentially having a detrimental long-term effect on the tourism industry and environmental services provided by the national parks. However, the extent of the impact of these disturbances on soil properties remains unclear.  This study assessed the impact of different disturbance intensities, consisting of undisturbed locations as a control (zone 1), low to medium- (zone 2), and high- (zone 3) disturbance intensities on five different BTS-NP tourism hotspots, including Entrance Wonokitri (EW), Whispering Sand (WS), Parking Temple (PT), Teletubbies Hill (TH), and Entrance Bromo Stairs (EB), on soil properties, including soil compaction represented by soil penetration resistance, and soil infiltration. This study revealed that the higher severity impact of recreational activities on soil compaction was parallel with higher disturbance intensity, particularly in EW and TH. In these particular locations, higher soil compaction is significantly linked to lower soil infiltration, thus needing extra attention and protection. Meanwhile, in WS, PT, and EB, soil infiltration was more controlled by the establishment of a cemented topsoil layer consisting of mixed sand, sulfur, and water. Better management strategies, such as the use of proper trails and road infrastructures, particularly on EW and TH, might be relevant to minimize the impact of recreational activities on these ecologically, economically, and culturally important areas.
Impact of compost and biochar from agricultural waste on reducing cadmium concentration and mancozeb residue in soil
Authors: Zu'amah Hidayatuz , Dewi Triyani , Handayani Cicik Oktasari , Gafur Nurfitri Abdul , Arianti Forita Dyah
Published: July 2024

The negative impact of excessive exposure to agrochemicals in shallot cultivation causes environmental pollution and human health. Biochar has the potential to absorb agrochemical contamination. This research aimed to investigate the effect of providing compost and biochar from agricultural waste on land quality, reducing the concentration of heavy metal cadmium (Cd) and mancozeb pesticide residues in soil and products in shallot. The experiment was carried out in shallot fields in Ngurensiti Village, Pati Regency, Central Java Province. Four different treatments, including combinations of biochar and compost, were applied, along with conventional controls. Data were analyzed using the F test (ANOVA) and Tukey's test using the Minitab statistical program version 16.0. The research showed that using biochar made from sugarcane bagasse, rice husk, corncob, and compost helped more soil bacteria grow and lowered Cd and mancozeb concentrations. In addition, treatment with biochar from sugarcane bagasse waste showed a decrease in Cd and mancozeb concentrations and a more significant increase in bacterial populations compared to other treatments (rice husk biochar and corncob biochar). Although there was a slight increase in Cd concentration in shallot leaves post-treatment, Cd levels in shallot bulbs remained within safe limits. This study shows that using biochar and compost from agricultural waste effectively improves soil quality, reduces heavy metal pollution, and lowers pesticide levels to support sustainable agriculture and protect people's health.
Combining biochar with sediment in the treatment for the effectiveness of sulfate and heavy metal Pb reduction of acid mine drainage
Authors: Fahruddin Fahruddin , Syahri Yolanda Fitria , Fauziah St. , Samawi Muhammad Farid , Johannes Eva , Tambaru Elis , Tuwo Mustika , Abdullah As’adi
Published: July 2024

The increasing mining activities have led to the problem of acid mine drainage (AMD) pollution. A method that combines biochar treatment as an adsorbent with wetland sediment treatment as a source of sulfate-reducing bacteria is used to address AMD effectively. This research aimed to determine the ability of biochar in combination with wetland sediment treatment to reduce sulfate and heavy metal content in acid mine drainage wastewater. This research was conducted on a laboratory scale in an AMD wastewater treatment reactor with the following treatments of biochar mixed with wetland sediment. Observations included sulfate content, pH, and heavy metal content. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis was also performed on the biochar. SEM observations revealed the presence of small, dense, and irregularly shaped pores on the surface of the biochar. The results on day 30 showed that biochar mixed with wetland sediment was able to reduce sulfate concentration by 74.19% and reduced Pb by 73.79%, compared with treatment sediment only to 64.81% sulfate concentration and reduced Pb by 53.85%, treatment biochar only had reduced sulfate of 46.90% and reduced Pb by 58.67% and control 1.79% sulfate concentration and reduced Pb by 1.87%.
Harnessing hyperaccumulator (Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra) extract for green synthesis of nickel oxide nanoparticles: A prospective route for post-phytoremediation
Authors: Hamdan Abd Mujahid , Maulida Zahratul , Lubis Syafrina Sari , Sardi Arif , Reksamunandar Rhyan Prayuddy , Nisah Khairun , Malik Jamaludin
Published: July 2024

Even though phytoremediation is considered a green technology for remediating heavy metals, there are some problems with the application of this technology, particularly when it comes to managing the biomass that is used. So, processing biomass needs to be given a lot of attention. This study outlined the utilization of extracts obtained from the hyperaccumulator plant Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra to synthesize nickel oxide nanoparticles. Subsequently, the nanoparticle underwent testing to determine its suitability as an absorbent for heavy metals, specifically lead, as well as its efficacy as an antifungal agent against Fusarium sp. strain. The characterization of nickel oxide nanoparticles involved several measurements, such as scanning electron microscopy analysis, high- and low-resolution transmission electron microscopy, energy dispersive spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, and hysteresis curve acquisition. The research findings indicate that the extract from hyperaccumulators can be utilized for the synthesis of NiO, which exhibits an absorption capacity exceeding 98% and serves as an efficient antifungal agent against Fusarium sp. pathogens. The approach utilized in this study not only prioritizes "green" and sustainability factors but also takes into account the economic aspects associated with the items being manufactured. The research has important implications in two areas. Firstly, it demonstrates the utilization of natural resources (B. oleracea var. alboglabra) in the production of nickel oxide, which serves as a safer and more eco-friendly substitute for dangerous chemicals. Furthermore, it aids in the advancement of novel techniques for effectively managing biomass hyperaccumulators.
Analyzing land use changes and wetland dynamics: Muthurajawela urban wetland and its surroundings, Sri Lanka
Authors: Dahanayake Harsha Dias , Dahanayaka DDGL , Hudson Paul , Wickramasinghe Deepthi
Published: July 2024

Land Use and Land Cover changes (LULC) exert a substantial influence on human life and environmental well-being. This research utilized the Intensity Analysis (IA) method to assess LULC change intensities spanning from 2000 to 2021 in the Muthurajawela coastal wetland (MW) and its 5km buffer zone (MB) along the west coast of Sri Lanka. The research employed Landsat Thematic Mapper (TM) and Optical Land Imager (OLI) Remote Sensing Images. The supervised classification was used to accurately identify waterbodies, thick vegetation, other vegetation, settlements, and open areas with an average of 86% accuracy. The study revealed that the MW experienced a fast Interval level intensity shift during 2000-2010, followed by a slower pace during 2010-2021. Conversely, the MB displayed a consistently fast Interval level intensity throughout both time intervals. Notably, waterbodies in MW decreased by 19.6%, while settlements witnessed a gain of 19.1% over the entire period. Transition Level (TL) analyses underscored the transformation of water bodies to open areas (6.75% in 2000-2010) and open areas to settlements (5.38%). In MB, other vegetation saw a significant decrease of 33.7%, with settlements registering a notable increase of 39.4% over the entire period. The study emphasizes urgent action for sustainable land use development in the face of rapid urbanization within the study area.
Settler Colonial Classifications of Edibility
Authors: Lambeth Evelyn
Published: July 2024

The pastoral economies introduced during the colonial invasion have radically transformed Australian diets, cultures, and ecosystems. Stolen land was tenured to settlers and emancipated convicts to develop profitable and productive enterprises for the British Empire. Land rights and animal care are intrinsically linked to modern food systems, yet there is a gap in Australian literature regarding the legacy of colonial pastoralism and its connection to current food systems. This essay questions how introduced species evolved to command the Australian diet. Wallabies and kangaroos were legally relegated to national emblems, and thus inedible. Their conditions of being, whether edible, iconic, or wild, were dictated by the Commonwealth Government. The taboo nature of these native marsupials leaves them largely unconsumed, and therefore, unprotected. Modern conditions of edibility are less concerned with physical metabolic matters, instead driven by historic cultural attitudes and political and economic motives. Nourishment was commodified. My research uses Tasmanian legal archives in conjunction with cookbooks and popular iconography to trace the historical legacies of foodways since the invasion. Scholarship around waste, sociology, ecology, and food justice and sovereignty are incorporated to consider how modern agricultural practices perpetuate violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and ecosystems. Modern agriculture affects every being on the planet, both human and more-than-human. My research goal is to encourage people to question their metabolic practices to ascertain how everyday acts of consumption implicate them within unjust systems. Though consumptive wallaby culling is legal, the industry remains privatized, and Indigenous Australians have little agency to influence how their native species are used, and who profits from their utility. By sharing these concerns with researchers from a broad range of disciplines, I hope to connect with individuals who can help to make future metabolic matters more inclusive, more ethical, and more sustainable.
Doing Diplomacy
Authors: Flowers Petrice R.
Published: July 2024

This article uses gastronomy—food, cuisine, manners, setting, and material culture—in an analysis of how US–Japan relations have evolved with the changing role of Japan and Japanese cuisine in the world. Since Japan’s contact with Commodore Perry’s black ships in 1854, the importance of diplomatic dining, which involved learning what and how to eat, was clear. Diplomatic meals are a setting where ritual and protocol are used to homogenize the participants while affirming hierarchies among them. Any deviation from protocol is consequential, but wholly unpredictable. Deviations can be understood only within the history of previous interactions, contemporary connections, and hopes for future relations. The analysis will focus on three memorable meals between economic powerhouses, security partners, former foes, and long-time allies—Japan and the United States—in 1992, 2002, and 2014. Changes in Japan’s role in global politics, the popularity of Japanese cuisine, the Japanese pop-culture boom worldwide, as well as the dispositions of their US counterparts, provided opportunities to deviate from the protocol of formal diplomatic meals. These deviations reflect and reconstitute the ever-evolving US–Japan relations.
Pracownia kopii artystycznych w białostockim getcie
Authors: Tomalska-Więcek Joanna
Published: July 2024

The article presents a poorly recognized thread in the history of the German occupation of Bialystok. In September 1939, a wave of refugees from other parts of Poland flowed into the city and region. Among them were a significant number of artists, mainly – though not exclusively – of Jewish origin. Under Soviet occupation, they were absorbed into the propaganda machine, painting portraits of officials and decorations for state holidays. Their fate changed after the outbreak of the German-Soviet war, when the Jews were confined to a ghetto. There, a Wehrmacht officer set up a workshop for artistic copies or, rather, forged paintings, employing some 20 painters. Few witnesses claimed that the production of paintings was very large and was sent to art dealers in the Third Reich, France, the Netherlands and other occupied countries. The further fate of the paintings painted in the ghetto remains unknown.
The Republic of Belarus (1990–1996): transformation of a parliamentary republic into an authoritary state
Authors: Shadurski Victor
Published: July 2024

The mass protests of Belarusians against the fraud of the presidential elections (August 2020) have drawn the attention of researchers to the nature of the post-Soviet authoritarian regimes and raised once again the question of the reasons for coming to power the dictatorship in Belarus (July 1994). The paper analyses the driving forces of democratic reforms in Belarus in the first half of the 1990s, their achievements and miscalculations. In addition, the article attempts to identify social groups that supported the call “back to the USSR”.
Dochodowość starostw goniądzkiego i knyszyńskiego w epoce staropolskiej (XVI–XVIII w.)
Authors: Kwiatkowski Maciej ,   Uniwersytet w Białymstoku
Published: July 2024

The purpose of the article is to present the profitability of the Goniadz and Knyszyn starosties from the 16th to 18th centuries. The text highlights differences in the level and structure of monetary income of the examined royal estates. The profitability of the estates was influenced by the changing size of settlement units or natural disasters. The pivotal moment in the history of the leases was the economic crisis associated with the wars of the mid-17th century. This crisis led to the impoverishment of the population, subsequent migration, and a reduction in the fees paid. By the mid-18th century, the financial situation had improved, largely due to the cessation of destructive armed conflicts, allowing the royal estates to become more prosperous.
Komitet Wojewódzki PZPR w Białymstoku 1949–1989 – członkowie, wybory, mechanizmy działania (ustalenia wstępne)
Authors: Markiewicz Marcin ,   Instytut Pamięci Narodowej, Oddział w Białymstoku
Published: July 2024

The article aims to present the official and unofficial mechanisms of selection, operation, and the composition of the Provincial Committee of the Polish United Workers’ Party (PZPR) in Bialystok from 1949 to 1989. The determinants of anomalies in the process of selecting party authorities are indicated. Fluctuations in committee members, their age, education and socio-professional status are presented. Additionally, the role of the executive and control bodies of the Regional Committee of the PZPR in the local power apparatus is described. An attempt was also made to compare various aspects of the Bialystok committee’s operation with analogous structures in other parts of the country.
Gestalt Approach to Working with Psychological Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Authors: Andronnikova Olga O. ,   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University
Published: July 2024

Although not all people who experience trauma experience long-term negative consequences, quite often the experience of trauma affects psychological, social, physical and professional functioning, which determines the need to study techniques for processing it. The term trauma refers to experiences that cause intense physical and psychological stress reactions. The article provides an overview of theories of trauma, the concept of existential trauma, its types, as well as modern approaches to the treatment of trauma-related disorders. The existential context of the traumatic experience is indicated. Gestalt Trauma Therapy is a step-by-step model based on Gestalt principles that integrates key common factors and elements of other evidence-based approaches to trauma treatment. Gestalt therapy covers the general factors of psychotherapy and corresponds to the three main stages of trauma therapy: assessment, trauma-related work, and closure. The described model of Gestalt trauma therapy is considered effective for working with traumatic experiences.
The Classical Jungian Sandplay Therapy: it’s Possibilities and Application Practice in Reality of Existential Crises
Authors: Ogareva Elena V. ,   Institute of Analytical Psychology and Postgraduate Education
Published: July 2024

The purpose of the article is to introduce the reader to the method of Sandplay therapy, to give an idea of the historical context of the creation of the method, its place in the development of child psychoanalytic therapy, about the author of the method – Dora Kalff. It contains a concise description of the main theoretical concepts and concepts underlying the method, which make it possible to understand the essence and dynamics of the therapeutic sandplay process. The categories necessary for the analysis of the sand-tray are considered. The directions of Sandplay research as a therapeutic technique and development prospects are outlined.
Projective Techniques in Dealing with Existential Frustration
Authors: Kravchenko Svetlana V. ,   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University
Published: July 2024

A modern man is in conditions in which their basic needs are fulfilled, therefore the aspirations of the individual are more aimed at finding the meaning of life and happiness. In transitional periods of society, in times of crisis, there is a situation where old meanings are lost and there is a need to search for new ones. More and more people are faced with the task of finding their meaning and understanding what is needed to feel satisfied with life. These reflections are among the existential. The article analyzes the term life satisfaction and explores the concepts of existential crisis and existential frustration. The practical part describes one of the projective techniques (fairytale therapy) as a tool for working with existential difficulties.
Principles of Working with Existential Requests of Clients of Different Ages Using the Example of the Method of Transformational-Integrative Generation of Development
Authors: Mikheeva Elena V. ,   Scientific and practical laboratory T.IGR
Published: July 2024

The article examines the essence and main issues of existential choice. Describes the specifics of transformational games (t-games) as an existential process; their psychological content and functional significance are revealed and justified. Based on the limitations in working with the existential needs of clients is revealed. Using the example of the method of transformation-integration generation of development, the principles of t-game work with clients’ existential requests are substantiated. The methodology of nonclassical psychology by G. S. Prygina is proposed as a methodological basis. Examples are given from the practice of working with different existential queries by clients of different ages. It is concluded that the t-game is not a toy, which is why it is important to introduce certification criteria for both leading and the tools themselves. Options for researching the possibilities of t-games and the subjective reality that opens up in them are proposed.
Implementation Of The Positive Culture Of Seven Days Of Special Education At SDN 1 Pasanggrahan
Authors: Nurhayati Tita , Retnoasih Agustina , Purwanto  , Halimah Lili
Published: July 2024

Education is the place where the seeds of culture are sown within society. Through the educational process, good character traits develop within individuals, equipping them to face life with physical and spiritual happiness. Education is a place for character formation. A positive culture involves good habits encompassing activities fostering students' character. The Government of Purwakarta Regency issued Regent Regulation Number 69 of 2015 on Education, laden with Sundanese philosophy through the "7 Poe Atikan Istimewa" (Seven Days of Special Education). This program features themed education with a different character-based theme daily and is implemented in schools across Purwakarta Regency. This study aims to describe and recognize the implementation of the positive culture of Seven Days of Special Education at SDN 1 Pasanggrahan. This research uses a qualitative method, with subjects being all students of SDN 1 Pasanggrahan from grades I to VI. Data collection methods include interviews, observations, and documentation. Based on the interactions between students and teachers and interviews with students, teachers, and the principal, the researchers describe ways to address student issues by implementing the positive culture of Seven Days of Special Education. This program, implemented by all primary and secondary education units in Purwakarta since 2015, effectively fosters a positive culture in schools, including at SDN 1 Pasanggrahan.
Examining The Achievement Motivation Of Papuan And West Papuan Students At Universitas Negeri Semarang
Authors: Brata Nugroho Trisnu , Cahyaningtyas Hana
Published: July 2024

Students of the Papua Province and West Papua Province through the Affirmation, ADik, and 3T scholarship programs are allowed to continue their education in higher education. Semarang State University (Unnes) is one of the universities that accepts students from the Papua and West Papua Adik programs. This research aims to know the achievement motivation of active Papuan and West Papuan students at Unnes and the learning strategies they apply to increase achievement motivation. The research method used in this study is qualitative, with observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of this study are: 1). The academic motivation of Papuan and West Papuan students in completing their education at Unnes is quite good, it can be seen from their characteristics, namely daring to take moderate risks (middle way) and success is carefully calculated. 2) The learning strategies that Papuan and West Papuan students apply in completing lectures and academic problems are pretty good, where they choose the most appropriate strategy to master the learning material.
E-learning Method and University Life of Married Female Students in Patriarchal Social Structure in Sociological Perspective
Authors: Adhikari Shukra Raj , Adhikari Bhawani Shankar , Acharya Ganga
Published: July 2024

Education is a process and means of human empowerment and social transformation. There are both formal and informal practices in educational processes. University is a unit of the formal education system that provides specific knowledge and skills in a universal context.  Face-to-face teaching is traditionally practiced as the teaching pedagogy in university education in Nepal. This paper analyzes the challenges and opportunities of e-learning for married female students within the university context under the patriarchal social structure. Married female students’ in-depth interviews based on the challenges and opportunities they faced in the e-learning system in university education have prepared the cases through their narratives as the primary date of the research. The cases have been collected by purposive sampling through the university level of students. The content analysis method has analyzed both primary and secondary data types. Married female students have been found to suffer from problems with individual devices, financial problems, computer literacy, regularity of electricity, and poor internet quality. Similarly, they have to face house-loaded problems during class time. They have the opportunity to manage household activities and adapt to new technology in learning, saving travel time and cost under the e-learning system of university life. The theoretical explanation of patriarchy only gets partially analog except for the partial application of its assumptions in the e-learning system, mainly for the married female students of the university.
Effects of the combination of various pharmacological treatments and exercise on knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Authors: Cheng Hsiao-Yi , Liang Chun-Wei , Lee Yu-Hao , Vitoonpong Timporn , Liao Chun-De , Huang Shih-Wei
Published: July 2024

Purpose

The combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions is strongly recommended by current guidelines for knee osteoarthritis. However, few systematic reviews have validated their combined efficacy. In this study, we investigated the effects of the combination of pharmacological agents and exercise on knee osteoarthritis.

Methods

Randomized controlled trials that investigated the efficacy of pharmacological agents combined with exercise for knee osteoarthritis were searched in PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library up to February 2024. The network meta-analysis was performed within the frequentist framework. Standardized mean difference (SMD) with 95% CI was estimated for pain and function. Grading of recommendations, assessment, development, and evaluations were used to evaluate the certainty of evidence.

Results

In total, 71 studies were included. The combination therapy outperformed pharmacological or exercise therapy alone. Among the various pharmacological agents combined with exercise, mesenchymal stem cell injection was ranked the best for short-term pain reduction (SMD: −1.53, 95% CI: −1.92 to −1.13, high certainty), followed by botulinum toxin A, dextrose, and platelet-rich plasma. For long-term pain relief, dextrose prolotherapy was the optimal (SMD: −1.76, 95% CI: −2.65 to −0.88, moderate certainty), followed by mesenchymal stem cells, platelet rich in growth factor, and platelet-rich plasma.

Conclusion

Exercise programs should be incorporated into clinical practice and trial design. For patients undergoing exercise therapies, mesenchymal stem cell, dextrose, platelet-rich plasma, platelet rich in growth factor, and botulinum toxin A may be the optimal agents.
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis in adulthood
Authors: Ansari Kashif , Singh Manjot , McDermott Jake R , Gregorczyk Jerzy A , Balmaceno-Criss Mariah , Daher Mohammad , McDonald Christopher L , Diebo Bassel G , Daniels Alan H
Published: July 2024

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is an abnormal coronal curvature of the spine that most commonly presents in adolescence.

While it may be asymptomatic, AIS can cause pain, cosmetic deformity, and physical and psychological disability with curve progression.

As adolescents with AIS enter adulthood, condition outcomes vary with some experiencing curve stabilization and others noting further curve progression, chronic pain, osteoporosis/fractures, declines in pulmonary and functional capacity, among others.

Regular monitoring and individualized management by healthcare professionals are crucial to address the diverse challenges and provide appropriate support for a fulfilling adult life with AIS.

This review examines the prevalence, risk factors, presenting symptoms, diagnosis, management, and complications of AIS in the adult population, informing targeted interventions by clinicians caring for adult patients with AIS.
May the 4th be with you: mixed-methods best-evidence synthesis on 4th-generation alumina–zirconia ceramic bearings in total hip arthroplasty
Authors: Perka Carsten , Mohaddes Maziar , Zagra Luigi , Ekkernkamp Axel , Keller Niklas , Stengel Dirk
Published: July 2024

Purpose

To assess utility, benefits, and risks of 4th-generation alumina–zirconia ceramic pairings in elective total hip arthroplasty (THA).

Methods

A comprehensive mixed-methods best-evidence synthesis using data from systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials (RCTs), prospective and retrospective cohort studies, as well as joint replacement registries, was conducted to estimate overall revision and survival rates, periprosthetic infection, bearing fractures, and noise phenomena with 4th-generation alumina–zirconia ceramic versus other tribological couplings in elective THA. The systematic review part across multiple databases was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42023418076), and individual study data were extracted for statistical re-analysis.

Results

Twenty overlapping systematic reviews, 7, 17, and 8 references from RCTs, cohort studies, and joint replacement registries form the basis of this work. According to current best evidence, it is (i) 15–33 times more likely that 4th-generation alumina–zirconia pairings avoid a revision for infection than causing a revision for audible noise, (ii) 38–85 times more likely that 4th-generation alumina–zirconia pairings avoid a revision for infection than causing a revision for ceramic head fractures, and (iii) three to six times more likely that 4th-generation alumina–zirconia pairings avoid a revision for infection than cause a revision for ceramic liner fractures.

Conclusion

Fourth-generation alumina–zirconia pairings in THA show a favorable benefit–risk ratio, with rare compound-specific adverse events and complications significantly outbalanced by long-term advantages, such as a markedly lower incidence of revision for infection.
Expression profiling and function analysis identified new genes regulating cumulus expansion and cumulus cell apoptosis in mouse oocytes
Authors: Zhang Min , Wu Jia-Shun , Han Xiao , Ma Rui-Jie , Xu Jia-Li , Xu Ming-Tao , Yuan Hong-Jie , Luo Ming-Jiu , Tan Jing-He
Published: July 2024

In brief

Genes expressed in cumulus cells might be used as markers for competent oocytes/embryos. This study identified and validated a new group of cumulus expansion and/or apoptosis-regulating genes, which may be used for selection of quality oocytes/embryos.

Studies on the mechanisms behind cumulus expansion and cumulus cell (CC) apoptosis are essential for understanding the mechanisms for oocyte maturation. Genes expressed in CCs might be used as markers for competent oocytes and/or embryos. In this study, both in vitro (IVT) and in vivo (IVO) mouse oocyte models with significant difference in cumulus expansion and CC apoptosis were used to identify and validate new genes regulating cumulus expansion and CC apoptosis of mouse oocytes. We first performed mRNA sequencing and bioinformatic analysis using the IVT oocyte model to identify candidate genes. We then analyzed functions of the candidate genes by RNAi or gene overexpression to select the candidate cumulus expansion and CC apoptosis-regulating genes. Finally, we validated the cumulus expansion and CC apoptosis-regulating genes using the IVO oocyte model. The results showed that while Spp1, Sdc1, Ldlr, Ezr and Mmp2 promoted, Bmp2, Angpt2, Edn1, Itgb8, Cxcl10 and Agt inhibited cumulus expansion. Furthermore, Spp1, Sdc1 and Ldlr inhibited CC apoptosis. In conclusion, by using both IVT and IVO oocyte models, we have identified and validated a new group of cumulus expansion and/or apoptosis-regulating genes, which may be used for selection of quality oocytes/embryos and for elucidating the molecular mechanisms behind oocyte maturation.
Evaluation of Conservative Treatment or Osteosynthesis in the Treatment of Cats with Metacarpal and/or Metatarsal Fractures: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Caltıner Halil , Satici Iremsu , Arican Mustafa
Published: July 2024

Aim: This study aims to assess the merits, drawbacks, and postoperative outcomes associated with conservative treatment and osteosynthesis methods employed in managing metacarpal (MC) and/or metatarsal (MT) bone fractures resulting from trauma in cats. Materials and Methods: The research encompassed a sample of fifty-two cats of varying breeds, genders, and ages, all presenting with metacarpal and/or metatarsal bone fractures between 2022 and 2023. Conservative treatment was administered in 46 cases, while osteosynthesis was applied in the remaining 6 cases. Results: In the group treated conservatively, 29 cases (63.04%) exhibited no signs of lameness at the 6-week examination, indicating a successful recovery with unimpeded mobility. In contrast, mild lameness was observed in the remaining cases (36.96%) at the 6-week check-up. Upon reassessment at the 12-month examination, 43 cases (93.47%) demonstrated unimpeded walking, with only 3 cases (6.53%) experiencing occasional mild lameness. Conversely, 2 cases (33.3%) showed a complication-free recovery among the cats undergoing osteosynthesis, while postoperative issues emerged in 4 cases (66.6%). In one complication-free case (50%), mild lameness was noted at the 6-week examination, and in the other case (50%), occasional mild lameness was observed. Importantly, all cases exhibited uneventful walking during the 12-month assessment. Conclusion: Conservative treatment proves to yield favorable outcomes in cats, both independently and when osteosynthesis applications fall short. However, the limited number of surgical cases examined in the study constrains the findings' generalizability
Effects of Testosterone Undecanoate Treatment on Serum Biochemical Parameters in New Zealand Rabbits
Authors: Suvarikli Alan Beyza , Camgoz Avni , Dayan Mustafa Orhun , Haliloglu Seyfullah , Karakaya Nida
Published: July 2024

Aim: Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS), used to treat various diseases, are also doping substances for athletes to improve their sportive performance. The aim of this study is to evaluate some serum biochemical parameters in New Zealand rabbits treated with long-term Testosterone Undecanoate (TU). Materials and Methods: In the present study, 21 male New Zealand rabbits aged 5-6 weeks were divided into 3 groups; control, castor oil group, and TU group (in which TU was diluted in castor oil). In the Castor oil and TU diluted in castor oil (10 mg/kg) were injected intramuscularly in 0.1 ml for 6 weeks, 5 days a week in the related groups. Results: : The results of the study, in which a total of 22 biochemical parameters were evaluated, showed that aspartate aminotransferase, amylase, triglyceride, total cholesterol, total protein, creatinine, uric acid, phosphate, potassium, sodium, calcium, and glucose levels were statistically significantly higher in the TU group than in the control and castor oil groups, and high-density lipoprotein levels were significantly lower in the other groups compared to the control group. Conclusion: In conclusion, it can be stated that TU administration may adversely affect serum biochemistry in New Zealand rabbits and multidisciplinary studies with different testosterone analogues should be performed
Design of digital-to-analogue signal converters for sensor microsystems on a crystal
Authors: Ilnytskyi N.R. , Sorokhtey T.R. , Umantsiv V.M. , Pavlyuk M.F. , Nykyruy L.I. , Ilnytskyi R.V.
Published: July 2024

The results of computer simulation of the developed R-2R digital-to-analogue converter design are given. Results with output voltage values for different digital input code are also given. The topology of such device is proposed, and its operation is modulated. Thus, the MicroWind software application was used to modelling and develop the operation of the digital signal to analogue converter, as it is an open-source software tool for all users, which allows the design and simulation of an integrated circuit at the physical description (IC) level.