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Cytomorphological Pattern of Neoplastic and Non-Neoplastic Breast Lesions - An Institutional Experience of a Rural Tertiary Care Center
Authors: Pinki Pandey  , Sanjeev Kumar Singh  , Monisha Gupta  , Roopak Aggarwal
Published: October 2023

BACKGROUND

Among Indian population, benign as well as malignant breast lesions are quite common. Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is frequently carried out as it is a simple, safe, reliable and time saving procedure. A short retrospective study was designed to evaluate the role of fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) & frequency of palpable breast lesions/lumps. Early diagnosis of breast lesions through FNAC prompts early treatment without the need for biopsy. The purpose of this study was to analyse the cytomorphological patterns of non-neoplastic and neoplastic lesions diagnosed by FNAC over a time period at a tertiary care hospital.

METHODS

This retrospective observational study was conducted as a hospital opd based procedure from June 2019 to December 2019. A total of 210 patients having breast lesions/lumps were included, among which 5 patients were excluded because of unsatisfactory FNAC aspirate. Smears were processed and their cytological evaluation was done by experienced pathologists.

RESULTS

Among all breast lesions, non-neoplastic was most commonly seen in 2nd decade of life and neoplastic in 5th decade of life. Fibroadenoma was the most common benign breast lesion followed by fibrocystic disease while among neoplastic lesions invasive ductal carcinoma was most common. Involvement of left breast was most common.

CONCLUSIONS

Benign breast diseases are quite common in younger population. Fibroadenoma is the most common benign condition among females of reporductive age group. FNAC is routinely done to separate malignant lesions from benign ones which makes it an important tool in guiding further management as it is a quick, simple, feasible, and cost-effective method.
Desing of the algorithm, print and analysis of porous structures with modifiable parameters
Authors: Grabiec Radosław , Tarasiuk Jacek , Wroński Sebasatian
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this paper was to create an algorithm able to creating a porous structure with variable properties, print and analyze them. The basic concepts related to it were introduced and the process of creating an algorithm in Rhinoceros software was described. Having a suitable test group of porous structures, it was shown that it is possible to modify their porosity. In the next step, the structures were presented for printing and its effect. The obtained physical models were examined by microtomography. The resulting cross-sections were processed in ImageJ software. Having cross-sections of the original bone and printed structures, it was possible to compare their porosity and the average diameter of the trabeculae in the structure. With this procedure, it is possible to deduce whether it is possible to print accurate structures that will serve as porous bone implants. The resulting differential porosity comparison was 2.0–7.5 %, while the thickness was about 18–35 %.
Ramified covers of abelian varieties over torsion fields
Authors: Bary-Soroker Lior , Fehm Arno , Petersen Sebastian
Published: October 2023

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Computer information technology-based green excavation of tunnels in complex strata and technical decision of deformation control
Authors: Ruan Renyou , Gao Li
Published: October 2023

Currently, information processing of tunnel engineering has mainly adopted conventional mathematical statistics-based methods. Moreover, some nonlinear processing methods are implemented to derive more insights, even though the degree of research is not deep enough. In the research, the rock mechanics test is carried out by drilling a method and taking samplesin situaccording to the construction technology of tunnels in complex geological conditions and implementing computer information-based methods. Also, rock mechanics tests are carried out in the excavation test area of the flat tunnel. Based on the tests using physical properties, such as deformation, tensile, uniaxial compression, triaxial compression, and longitudinal wave velocity, the physical and mechanical characteristics of the surrounding rock in the tunnel area are comprehensively evaluated, and the stability of the tunnel rock mass is assessed to devise convenient conditions for the subsequent research of the complex geological tunnels based on green excavation. The particle density of sandy mudstone, the bulk density, the porosity, and the natural water content are represented by 2.67 ± 0.61 g/cm3, 2.56 ± 1.42 g/cm3, 7.45%, and 2.86%, respectively, in terms of physical characteristics. These indicate that the sandy mudstone structure is relatively loose, with relatively large pores, micro-fractures, and a high degree of natural water content. The representative deformation test curve of the rock block shows that the ratio of deformation modulus to the compressive strength of the rock block is 650 on average, and Poisson’s ratio ranges from 0.21 to 0.38. These show that sandy mudstone has deformation properties after compression. The tensile strength of sandy mudstone, the shear strength, andcare represented by 1.25 ± 0.23 MPa,f= 1.32, and = 2.35 MPa, respectively. The stated test results can provide a scientific basis for selecting engineering design and its construction parameters in similar areas. In addition, the measurement results show that the surrounding rock will gradually increase, and the tunnel space will gradually become shorter with the increase of buried depth when the gravity stress field occurs. The linear elastic displacement of soft rock is smaller than that of elastic–plastic analysis, and the deeper the tunnel is buried, the larger the displacement difference would be. Therefore, establishing a stable and orderly monitoring and detection system could fully understand the intrinsic law between surrounding rock stress release and surrounding rock pressure and obtain accurate monitoring and measured data to evaluate the grading management standard of a tunnel at the ultimate displacement. In a word, this research provides a feasible idea to study the decision process of green excavation and deformation control technology of tunnels in complex strata.
Public Library Programming and Events for Overcoming Social Divisions
Authors: Igarashi Tomoya , Koizumi Masanori , Johnston Jamie
Published: October 2023

Increasing and persistent social divisions are a global challenge that threaten the stability of our societies and soundness of our democracies. Public libraries can potentially play an ameliorative role in reducing these divisions. Qualitative data analysis of Oslo’s public library system’s (Deichman) programming and events is used to understand how libraries are addressing social divisions in their communities. The findings suggest that a variety of events organized by Deichman directly contribute to overcoming social divisions, especially those related to economic inequalities, sociocultural factors, and the unequal access to digital technologies. Deichman also appears to contribute to overcoming social divisions indirectly through its programing and events related to more traditional library services. The study concludes that Deichman may be a significant player in addressing social divisions. Lastly, the study provides important insights into the role of libraries as social arenas and their ability to foster community resilience, tolerance, and democracy.
Stochastic simulation of electron transport in a strong electrical field in low-dimensional heterostructures
Authors: Kablukova Evgeniya , Sabelfeld Karl K. , Protasov Dmitry , Zhuravlev Konstantin
Published: October 2023

In this paper we develop a stochastic simulation algorithm for electron transport in a DA-pHEMT heterostructure. Mathematical formulation of the problem of electron gas transport in the heterostructure in the form of a coupled system of Poisson, Schrödinger and kinetic Boltzmann equations is given. A Monte Carlo model of electron transport in DA-pHEMT heterostructures which accounts for multivalley parabolic band structure, as well as relevant formulas for calculating electron scattering rates and scattering phase functions on polar optical, intervalley phonons and on impurities are developed. The results of a computational experiment involving the solution of the system of Poisson–Schrödinger–Boltzmann equations for theAlGaAs/GaAs/InGaAs/GaAs/AlGaAsheterostructure are presented. The distribution of electrons by energy subband in the main and satellite valleys and the field dependences of the electron drift velocity in each valley are calculated. It was discovered that there is no spatial transfer of electrons into wide-gapAlGaAslayers due to high barriers created by modulated-doped impurities. A comparative analysis of the electron drift velocities in the studied DA-pHEMT heterostructures and in the unstrained layer of theInGaAsis given.
Formación Inicial Docente en la Adquisición de Estrategias Didácticas Inclusivas con TIC
Authors: Parody Lucía Mª , Leiva Juan José , Santos-Villalba Mª Jesús , Matas Antonio
Published: October 2023

La formación inicial del profesorado es una prioridad de las políticas educativas actuales, lo que ha permitido una reformulación de los planes formativos docentes incluyendo materias en las que se potencien la adquisición de competencias digitales y el desarrollo de estrategias pedagógicas que aboguen por una educación de calidad desde los parámetros de la inclusión y la innovación educativa. El objetivo de este estudio es analizar las percepciones del profesorado universitario acerca del proceso de adquisición de competencias digitales en la formación inicial docente desde un prisma inclusivo. La metodología empleada es de corte cualitativo a través de la realización de entrevistas semiestructuradas a 10 docentes de la Universidad de Málaga (España). Los resultados de esta investigación han desvelado que los futuros docentes presentan carencias formativas en cuanto al empleo de las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (TIC) para atender a la diversidad de los estudiantes presentes en las aulas. Entre las principales conclusiones, cabe destacar que los docentes en formación necesitan una capacitación específica en la utilización de recursos digitales mediante metodológicas activas encaminadas al logro de una educación de calidad.
Continuous and Placement Assessment Results as a Predictor of Student Achievement in Primary Schools
Authors: Negassa Tolera Danki , Asnake Samuel
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to explore the performance of out-of-school children in speed school and accelerated learning programs as a basis for success in primary schools. This research field has received very little attention. The continuous assessment and placement test results of students at risk were not used much in the literature, which this study aims to fill. The total number of students involved in the study was 624. The study used the continuous assessment average scores and placement test scores as predictor variables. The results show that the relationship between placement test and 1st-semester score in grade four was significant, r (196) = .501, p < .001. For the Accelerated Learning Program, the placement test and 1st-semester score in grade three were significant, r (111) = .413, p<.001. As a tool to forecast primary school students' future achievement, the teacher-made continuous assessment appears to be less useful than placement tests for children who come through speed school. Students from speed school backgrounds performed better than students from formal schools; students from accelerated learning program backgrounds performed almost similarly to students from formal schools except in environmental science. The study indicated that in grade four of formal primary school, continuous assessment was found to be poorly linked with student knowledge and skills. However, the results show that both comparisons found placement examinations to be a reliable indicator of children's achievement in primary schools. It can be concluded that students who joined grades three and four of formal school through speed school and an accelerated learning program are capable of achieving minimum learning competence in the subsequent educational outcomes in elementary grades.
CPT 2024: Changes to Time Descriptors for Office and Other Outpatient Services
Authors:   American Academy of Pediatrics
Published: October 2023

The code descriptors for office and other outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) services reported with codes 99202–99205 and 99212–99215 have been revised to include a threshold time that must be met to report each code. This change applies to services provided on and after January 1, 2024. This article reviews the following changes and related reporting instructions:

Changes to the descriptors for total time requirements in codes 99202–99205 and 99212–99215 Exclusion of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) midpoint rule Time thresholds and prolonged E/M services
Jean-Yves LACOSTE, La fenomenicidad de Dios. Nueve estudios, Salamanca: Sígueme, 2019, 288 pp., 13,5 x 21, ISBN 978-84-301-2014-7.
Authors: Moros Enrique
Published: October 2023

Book Review
María Teresa GRANADOS GALAINENA, Cinco preguntas básicas para educar... y guía de respuestas e ideas-clave, Madrid: Didaskalos («Pedagogía», 11), 2023, 209 pp., 15 x 21, ISBN 978-84-19431-11-0.
Authors: Chica-Arellano Fernando
Published: October 2023

Book Review
Giuseppe DE VIRGILIO, Vangeli Sinottici e Atti degli Apostoli. Tradizione, Redazione, Esegesi, Teologia, Roma: Edizioni Santa Croce, 2021, 584 pp., 17 x 24,5, ISBN 978-88-8333-995-4.
Authors: Balaguer Vicente
Published: October 2023

Book Review
Total RNA and DNA from Microalgae (12 samples per microplate) v2
Authors: Hu Ying-Yu
Published: October 2023

Presented herein is a protocol for the extraction and quantification of bulk RNA and DNA from microalgae, adapted from the methodology outlined by Berdalet et al. (2005). RNA and DNA are extracted from microalgae samples and quantified using the fluorochrome SYBR Green II. To ensure accuracy, the concentrations of RNA and DNA standards are determined via absorbance measurements at 260 nm and 320 nm. This additional step aids in maintaining the consistency of the standard curve coefficients (i.e., the slope). The method demonstrates a sensitivity range of approximately 20-700 ng/ml for RNA and 10-700 ng/ml for DNA in the assay.
Features of the application of the sectoral model of functional zoning on the example of the squares of Samara
Authors: Denisov Denis V. , Zhuravlev Mikhail Yu. , Medvedeva Natalia Y. , Zhuravleva Tatiana D.
Published: October 2023

The authors study the universal principles in the space development of a largest city. The functional-topological approach allows the authors to apply to this analysis the basic models of the spatial organization of the Indian Vastu Vidya and Chinese Feng Shui, which take into account the mythological cycles of creation. Previously, this approach already received an ontological, cultural-historical, methodological and factual substantiation. The purpose of the study is to analyze the implementation of the urban planning functions and their symbolic meaning in the eight sectors of the square territories. The comparative analysis is carried out on the example of three central and six historical squares of the largest city. All squares differ significantly in the duration of the formation, placement conditions, tasks to be solved, etc. The establishment of a consistent relationship between the ancient practices of space exploration and the modern practice of functional zoning is considered in the aspect of general scientific significance.
Frequency of pes anserine bursitis in patients with knee osteoarthritis
Authors: Mohammadi-Kebar Yousef , Azami Ahad , Rezaei-Bana Shima
Published: October 2023

Background: Knee pain is a very common disease in the elderly, which is often attributed to osteoarthritis but pes anserine bursitis also can cause knee pain, especially in OA patients. The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of pes anserine bursitis in patients with knee osteoarthritis.
Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study included 245 patients with definitive knee osteoarthritis referred to Imam Khomeini Hospital in Ardabil city from September 2020 to December 2021. All patients were sent to ultrasonography to diagnosis Pes Anserine Bursitis. Osteoarthritis was divided into 4 groups based on the radiographic classification of Kellgren-Lawrence. The severity of knee pain was also determined by the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). The necessary data were collected by a checklist and then analysed by statistical methods in SPSS version 22.
Results: Total 175 out of 245 patients (71%) were diagnosed with pes anserin bursitis. There was a significant relationship between age, gender, BMI, OA and staging of OA with the risk of anserin bursitis.
Conclusions: Results showed that the high prevalence of anserine bursitis in patients studied indicates the importance of this issue and the need for attention by physician as one of knee pain reasons. Since the clinical examination has a significant diagnostic power in the detection of anserin bursitis, it is recommended that special attention be paid to the clinical examination. Attention to the risk factors in the country such as obesity, the use of toilets and so on, which can be controlled and can be prevented.
Uptake of indoor residual spray as a malaria vector control strategy among the residents in Migori County, Kenya
Authors: Odira John , Gitahi Mary W. , Orago Alloys S. S.
Published: October 2023

Background: Globally unexpected 219 million malaria cases occurred in 2021, with 90% of these cases happening in the WHO Africa region and unexpected 435,000 malaria transmissions worldwide, with children less than five years being the most-at-risk (61%) of malaria infections (World Malaria Report, 2021). In 2019, IRS coverage was 94.6%. This was reason enough to assess contributing factors leading to not reaching targeted 100% of the households mapped despite massive resources.
Methods: The study adopted analytical cross-sectional design. The study area was Migori County (Awendo, Uriri, Rongo, Suna East, Suna West and Nyatike sub counties) where IRS had been implemented in four sessions. The study period November 2021 to April 2022. The respondents sample size was determined using Cochran (1963) for a single population of 1,000 households. The respondents were randomly selected villages from purposively selected Migori County. Kenyatta University Ethics Review Committee and NACOSTI provided ethical clearance. Quantitative data analyzed using SPSS version 2.6 and thematically for qualitative data. A Chi-squared test used to compute statistically significant differences between independent variables at p value <0.05.
Results: Some 249 (90%) of the respondents confirmed their houses were IRS- covered while 32 (10%) of the houses were not sprayed because they were not informed in advance (p value <0.000).
Conclusions: Using the Chi-squared test of significance the spray operators` arrival time for IRS activities affected the respondents daily calendar of events significantly (p=0.013, <0.05) resulting into respondents’ non-participation and unmet targets.
Knowledge, physical activity, and control of type 2 diabetes mellitus at Lansot Primary Health Center Tomohon, Indonesia
Authors: Desi  , Kalesaran Angela F. C. , Kaunang Wulan P. J.
Published: October 2023

Background: It is projected that the global population affected by diabetes mellitus will reach 783.2 million by the year 2045. In Indonesia, there is an anticipated rise of 28.6 million cases of diabetes in the same year. Lansot Primary Health Center has observed a consistent uptick in the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus from 2019 to 2022. The objective was to know the relationship between knowledge level, physical activity, and the control of type 2 diabetes mellitus at Lansot Primary Health Center in Tomohon City.
Methods: The study, conducted from March to June 2023 at Lansot Primary Health Center in Tomohon City, Indonesia, used a cross-sectional design and analytical observational techniques. The population were 453 type 2 diabetes patients, and 100 respondents were selected through purposive sampling technique. Variables of interest were knowledge, physical activity, and type 2 diabetes control. Data underwent univariate and bivariate analysis, utilizing a questionnaire as the research instrument. Analysis was performed using SPSS version 29, employing the Chi-Square test.
Results: Knowledge among type 2 diabetes patients was sufficient, with moderate physical activity, but suboptimal diabetes control. There was a correlation between knowledge and physical activity with the control of type 2 diabetes, with p value 0.038 and 0.003 respectively.
Conclusions: The relationship between knowledge, physical activity, and the control of type 2 diabetes is important. Communities need better information and should engage in regular physical activity. Future studies may explore diverse locations and study designs.
Level of knowledge associated with practice of safe sex for HIV prevention among administration police officers in Uhuru camp, Nairobi City County, Kenya
Authors: Kanini Lilian , Mugo Judy W. , Masiga Casper O. , Okari Geoffrey M. , Matoke Vincent O.
Published: October 2023

Background: Safe sex behaviors are important for protection against sexually transmitted infections including HIV. In 2020, about 37.7 million persons were HIV positive globally with nearly two-thirds in Sub-Saharan Africa. In Kenya, 1.4 million people are HIV positive with a prevalence of 4.8%. This study assessed the level of knowledge towards safe sex practices for HIV prevention among administration police officers in Uhuru camp, Nairobi City County, Kenya.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study. Stratified and systematic random sampling techniques were utilized to choose 372 participants. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected using questionnaires and key informant interview schedules respectively. Essential ethical and logistical clearances from appropriate authorities were requested and informed consent acquired. Quantitative data was analyzed through the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 20.0 and triangulation of qualitative findings as direct quotes. Inferential statistics were computed using chi-square tests.
Results: 58.2% of administration police officers in Uhuru camp, Nairobi City County were not practicing safe sex. About 47.8% had moderate level of knowledge on safe sex practice which was significantly associated (p=0.036) with safe sex practice.
Conclusions: About 4 out 10 police officers practiced safe sex. The level of knowledge on safe sex practice was moderate. These findings form a basis for improvement of HIV prevention among administration police officers. This may inform policy formulation and implementation by the National Police Service, Ministry of Health and other relevant stakeholders thus increase chances of practicing safe sex.
Prevalence and predictors of vitamin D deficiency among hospital staff in tertiary care center: a cross sectional study
Authors: Ashraf Ganie Mohammad , Sidana Shivani , Misgar Reyaz Ahmad , Sehar Tajali , Sharma Tripti
Published: October 2023

Background: Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) is prevalent across all age groups in general population not sparing the health care workers. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and risk factors of VDD among the hospital workers of tertiary care center in Kashmir valley.
Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 216 apparently healthy subjects were screened for VDD from three groups, group A- minimal sunlight exposure (office employees), group B- moderate sunlight exposure (nursing students) and group C- abundant sunlight exposure (gardeners). Serum calcium, phosphorus, alkaline phosphatase, 25-hydroxy vitamin D [25(OH)D], PTH levels and urine calcium/creatinine was assessed in all subjects. Dietary assessment of vitamin D (VD) and calcium intake was done using three days dietary recall. The percent body surface area (BSA) exposed to sunshine was estimated by applying the Wallace rule of nine.
Results: Serum 25(OH)D level was found to be lower in group A (17.29±10.87) as compare to group B (21.78±16.37) and group C (26.40±15.59). Prevalence of VDD was 71.6%, 70.6% and 50% in group A, group B and group C respectively. VDD was more prevalent in females and risk increased with age and BMI, decreased with duration of daily sunlight exposure, percentage BSA and dietary VD intake.
Conclusions: Burden of VDD is high among hospital workers despite their direct contact with healthcare. Strategies should be made to screen them regularly and supplementation of VD should be provided to effectively counteract VDD.
Detection of Space-Time Clusters and Ambient Temperature Effects on Non-Toxigenic Vibrio Cholerae in Russia from 2005 To 2021
Authors: Leonov Vadim
Published: October 2023

Introduction: The identification of climate temperature-sensitive pathogens and infectious diseases is essential in addressing health risks resulting from global warming. Such research is especially crucial in regions where climate change may have a more significant impact like Russia. Recent studies have reasoned that the abundance of non-toxigenic V. cholerae is environmentally driven and can be part of early global warming signals for Russian territory. The aim of the study is to investigate the spatial-temporal trends and thermo-climatic sensitivity of non-toxigenic V. cholerae abundance in Russia.
Methods: This study employed Kulldorff’s space-time statistics to identify persistent clusters of the V. cholerae ctx- isolation and areas for exploring temperature-depended patterns of the vibrio distribution. Correlation analysis was used to identify regions with temperature-driven Vibrio abundance in water samples.
Results: The spatial analysis detected 16 persistent (7-8 year) clusters of V. cholerae ctx- across the study period 2005-2021. The number of clusters with RR >1 abandoning from the south to the north and the total number of persistent clusters (9) is greater in the period of 2014(5)-2021 compared with the period 2005-2013 (7). A distinct significant thermo-climatic effect on the abundance of V. cholerae ctx- in water basins was found in three Russian regions with temperate marine (the Kaliningrad region) and sharp continental climatic conditions (the Irkutsk region and the Republic of Sakha). The temperature and Vibrio prevalence trend curves are peaky (the Kaliningrad region and the Republic of Sakha) or bell-shaped (the Irkutsk region) changed and closely followed together.
Conclusion: The persistent clusters should become targeted areas to improve sanitation conditions. The study offers valuable outcomes to support simplified empirical evaluations of the potential hazards of vibrio abundance that might be useful locally for public health authorities and globally as a part of Russia's warning system of climate change effects.
Marital Satisfaction of The Sandwich Generation in East Java
Authors: Harahap Adinda Calista , Tantiani Farah Farida
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to assess marital satisfaction in the sandwich generation in East Java. It was conducted using quantitative methods based on the theory of Fowers and Olson, who developed the ENRICH Marital Satisfaction Scale (EMS) Inventory, which consisted of 10 dimensions with 42 items. The sample of this study was early and middle-aged adults from the sandwich generation in East Java. They were selected using the accidental sampling technique. The method of analysis used descriptive statistical techniques. The results showed that the 203 respondents felt very satisfied with their marriage. Nine marriage satisfaction dimensions: Personality Issues, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Financial Management, Leisure Activities, Sexual relationships, Children and Parenting, Family and Friends, and Equalitarian Roles-scored more than the population average, with the Sexual Relationship dimension having the highest empirical mean (22.128) among the marriage satisfaction dimensions. Only one, the Religious Orientation dimension, showed an empirical mean value (5.1970) that was lower than its hypothetical mean (6.000). This indicates that respondents tend to be dissatisfied with their marriage related to religious orientation.
Keywords: Marital satisfaction, Sandwich generation, Dual-earner
Differcence in Levels of Hardiness Personality Between Generation X, Generation Y, and Generation Z
Authors: Primastio Gary Dwi , Masyithah Izza Ulya , Maulero Rount
Published: October 2023

This study explored generational differences in hardiness personality levels. The study used a cross-sectional method and had 128 subjects who were selected using stratified purposive sampling. Data was collected using Bartone’s modified dispositional resilience (hardiness) scale. Data analysis was conducted using One-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) to determine whether; there is a significant difference between generations X, Y, and Z in their hardiness personality; and whether Generation X had the highest score in the Control, Challenge, and Commitment dimensions. Through analysis, it was found that there was a significant difference between generation X and Z in the Challenge dimension a significant difference between both Generation; X and Y with Z in the Commitment dimension. Meanwhile, all generations had no differences in the Control dimension. Furthermore, we also found that Generation X had the highest score on challenge and commitment dimensions, but Generation Z had the highest score on control. Based on this, support is needed according to the needs of each individual, such as making Generation X a guide to increase their control and providing space for Generation Z to make decisions independently.
Keywords: Personality Hardiness, Generation X, Millennials, Generation Z, Cross- Sectional Analysis
The Role of Self-Efficacy in Improving Student Academic Motivation
Authors: Hidajat Helga Graciani , Hanurawan Fattah , Chusniyah Tutut , Rahmawati Hetti , Gani Suriati Abdul
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to re-examine the role of self-efficacy in encouraging student academic motivation. Academic motivation is needed for academic achievements and learning satisfaction. One factor that can encourage academic motivation in students is self-efficacy. Theoretical gaps related to the positive and negative influence of self-efficacy factors on academic motivation and testing the role of self-efficacy on student academic motivation encouraged this research to be held. The study used structural equation modeling covariance analysis. This study used a modification of the academic motivation scale (AMS-C 28) College (CEGEP) the self-efficacy for learning students’ form (SELF-A) that has been valid and reliable. The results stated that self-efficacy does play a role in increasing student academic motivation.
Keywords: Self-efficacy, Academic motivation, Student
Self-Acceptance in Individuals with Gender Dysphoria
Authors: Lestari Laila Indra , Vardia Melly Amalia
Published: October 2023

Individuals with a gender identity that differs from their bodily gender and perceives themselves to be a different gender are diagnosed with gender dysphoria. In Indonesia, this topic is often regarded as a taboo subject, and as such, there is a lack of information about the experiences of people with gender dysphoria. This study examined the self-acceptance process of young adults with gender dysphoria regarding their gender identity and gender experience. A qualitative phenomenological approach was used to understand a young adult’s dysphoric gender. Three people, aged 25 to 29, were recruited through purposive sampling. The data were acquired through in-depth and semi-structured interviews and analyzed iteratively using theoretical coding based on the phenomenological technique. The study found three main themes: self-acceptance, adaptability, and positive thoughts about themselves. The participants in the study cited the feelings of acceptance as their main reasons for coping with perceived discomfort associated with perceived gender, having positive judgments, and having realistic expectations.
Keywords: self-acceptance, gender dysphoria, perceived gender, judgment, expectations
Proactive Personality as a Predictor of Career Adaptability of Creative Industry Employees in Malang City
Authors: Fathoni Aldinda Najib Nur , Farida Ika Andrini
Published: October 2023

Employees working in the creative industry are expected to have strong soft skills and be able to cope with high work pressure to be successful in their jobs. The industry operates at a rapid pace, requiring employees to adopt unconventional strategies and show initiative to keep up with developments. Failure to effectively manage these challenges may hinder career advancement in the future. The purpose of this study was to examine the role of proactive personality in relation to career adaptability among employees in the visual communication design sub-sector of the creative industries. A quantitative approach was adopted, and measurements were made using two scales: the Career Adapt-Abilities Scale (CAAS), developed by Savickas and Porfeli, and the Proactive Personality Scale (PPS), developed by Bateman and Crant. The data analysis technique used in this study was simple linear regression analysis. Based on the results of the t-test table, it was found that the proactive personality variable had a significance level of 0.329 (p>0.05). In addition, the coefficient of determination (R Square) was found to be 0.009. These results indicated that the independent variable, proactive personality, has a limited ability to explain the variations in the dependent variable, career adaptability, accounting for only 0.9 percent. Thus, it can be concluded that Proactive Personality is not able to predict Career Adaptability.
Keywords: Career adaptability, Proactive personality, Early career employees
How the ESGs Affect Company Branding and Stakeholder Psychology
Authors: Chusniyah Tutut , Pambudi Kukuh Setyo , Zahra Gebi Angelina , I'tisham Muhammad Rayhan
Published: October 2023

ESG or the Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria are standards for a company’s operations that socially conscious investors use to screen potential investments. ESG has become a prerequisite for the management of companies to build sustainability apart from the UN Sustainability Development Goals. However, ESG involves compliance, risk management, branding, and psychology. This paper explored how ESG can influence the perception and behavior of various stakeholders, such as customers, employees, suppliers, regulators, and investors. It also focused on how companies can leverage ESG to create a strong and distinctive brand identity to generate competitive advantages. We conducted a qualitative case study of four companies implementing ESG initiatives in different industries and regions. We collected data from multiple sources, such as annual reports, websites, social media, interviews, and surveys. We used thematic analysis to identify the key themes and patterns in the data. We found that ESG can influence the perception and behavior of various stakeholders differently, depending on the context and the type of ESG initiative. We also found that ESG can help companies create a distinctive brand identity that can differentiate them from their competitors and attract more investors. We suggest that managers adopt a strategic approach to ESG that aligns with their vision, mission, values, and goals and effectively communicates their ESG efforts to their stakeholders. We also recommend that researchers should further investigate the mechanisms and outcomes of ESG branding in different contexts and sectors. One of the limitations of our study is that we focused on only four cases, which may not be representative of the whole population of companies that have implemented ESG initiatives. Therefore, future studies could use a more extensive or diverse sample or employ a quantitative or mixed-methods approach to validate or generalize our findings.
Keywords: Brand Identity; ESG; Perception; Market Behavior
Simulação de hidroconformação do tubo para analisar a integridade estrutural do stent, balão e artéria durante crimpagem e angioplastia
Authors: Guimarães Tobias Anderson , Araujo Rogério de , Oliveira Sônia Aparecida Goulart de
Published: October 2023

O aumento da incidência de doenças cardíacas e o estudo do processo de angioplastia tem gerado muita pesquisa sobre o desenvolvimento de stents. Com o intuito de contribuir neste campo de pesquisa, esse trabalho tem como objetivo analisar o processo completo, iniciando com a crimpagem do stent até o implante na artéria usando simulação de hidroconformação do tubo pelo Método dos Elementos Finitos. Neste contexto, será simulado neste artigo os processos de crimpagem e angioplastia da artéria com uma placa de gordura. O objetivo deste estudo é analisar a integridade estrutural do stent crimpado, as condições da parede arterial após a angioplastia do balão e a integridade do stent e artéria após o processo de implante. Uma vantagem desta metodologia é a possibilidade de verificar as regiões da artéria e stent sujeitas a afinamento e enrugamento em cada etapa do processo. Os resultados obtidos comprovaram que simulação por hidroconformação do tubo por elementos finitos aplicado ao processo de angioplastia pode ajudar o projetista de stent ou o cardiologista a analisar e otimizar o projeto do stent e balão.
Prevalence of Ectoparasites in Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Tarakan
Authors: Ihsan Burhanuddin , Sitinjak Rini Septriananda
Published: October 2023

Freshwater fisheries product tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) has the potential to be developed and has a very high economic value, particularly in the city of Tarakan. Fish ectoparasites are a problem that frequently occurs and is discovered in aquaculture. This study aimed to determine the type of ectoparasites that infect tilapia in aquaculture ponds in Kampung Satu and Sebengkok. The technique involved collecting tilapia samples from various ponds and then transporting them to the laboratory. A total of 30 samples were taken from the container that was set up on a tray, and they were all put to death by being stabbed in the brain nerves. It was done to identify ectoparasites on the gills, eyes, scales, and fins of the fish. Two forms of ectoparasites, Dactylogyrus sp. and Trichodina sp., which were only present in the gills, were identified in the tilapia. In the moderate infection group, the prevalence rate in Kampung Satu was 86%, and in the very frequent infection category, it was 66% in Sebengkok. In Kampung Satu, the level of ectoparasites was 3,84, which is considered low, and 8,30, which is considered medium, in Sebengkok.
Un estudio de desacoplamiento económico y áreas verdes urbanas en 305 municipios mexicanos
Authors: Flores-Xolocotzi Ramiro
Published: October 2023

Se realizó una investigación con datos transversales para probar si en 305 municipios mexicanos existe desacoplamiento económico que sustente la hipótesis de curva ambiental de Kuznets entre áreas verdes urbanas con una medida de ingreso per cápita y con el Índice de Desarrollo Humano (IDH) junto con sus respectivos términos cuadráticos. Para ello, se establecieron dos modelos: un modelo de porcentaje de áreas verdes y un modelo de áreas verdes per cápita. Se realizaron regresiones múltiples teniendo como variables control en ambos modelos: densidad poblacional y su término cuadrático, precipitación pluvial, e interacción ingreso o IDH con densidad. Además, en el primer modelo de porcentaje de áreas verdes se añadió como variable control la superficie municipal y en el segundo se añadió como variable control el área verde per cápita municipal. Los resultados no presentan evidencia estadística de desacoplamiento ni de curva ambiental de Kuznets entre las variables dependientes de área verde con los indicadores económicos (ingreso per cápita e IDH respectivamente). Además, los dos modelos que emplearon como variable económica al IDH tuvieron una curva inversa de U con la densidad poblacional. Para provisión de bienes esto indica que después del punto de inflexión un incremento en la densidad municipal provoca una disminución de porcentaje de áreas verdes y de áreas verdes per cápita respectivamente. Si bien los estudios transversales de curva ambiental de Kuznets no son comunes, la bibliografía reporta que son válidos en casos donde la existencia de un bien ambiental no cambie aprisa, como es el caso de áreas verdes. Aunque los puntos de inflexión estimados deben ser tomados con precaución. Futuras investigaciones deberán contar con más municipalidades y más años para corroborar y en su caso mejorar los resultados obtenidos, particularmente sobre puntos de inflexión.
Hogyan meséljünk az óvodás korosztálynak? A mesemondás hatékony módszerei óvodáskorban
Authors: Papp Melinda
Published: October 2023

Több tudományterület kutatóit, a szülőket és a pedagógusokat egyaránt foglalkoztatja az a kérdés, hogyan lehet úgy történeteket megosztani a gyermekekkel, hogy a figyelmüket tartósan fenn lehessen tartani. A tanulmány kognitív pragmatikai keretben foglalkozik azzal a kérdéssel, hogy a figyelem fenntartásához milyen kommunikációs technikák és eszközök lehetnek hatékonyak az óvodáskorú gyermekeknek szóló mesemondási helyezetekben. Jelen írás egy 106 óvodapedagógus bevonásával megvalósult kérdőíves kutatás eredményeit mutatja be. A kutatás másik fókuszpontja az óvodapedagógusok mint mesemondók metapragmatikai tudatosságának a vizsgálata. A válaszadók 95%-a arról számolt be, hogy felkészül a mesemondásra mint kommunikációs helyzetre. Ez a mentális felkészülés hozzájárul ahhoz, hogy a mesemondó minél hatékonyabban tudja átadni a gyermekeknek a számukra hasznos, kulturálisan releváns tudáselemeket.
A nyelvi piknik mint a nyelvi változatosság megismerésének módszere
Authors: Szabó Gergely
Published: October 2023

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Nyelvjárási hangoskönyvek tanórai felhasználására alkalmazható feladatok
Authors: Presinszky Károly
Published: October 2023

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Phenotypic and Genetic Characteristics of Retinal Vascular Parameters and their Association with Diseases
Authors: Bergmann Sven , Vela Sofia , Beyeler Michael , Trofimova Olga , Tomasoni Mattia , Iuliani Ilaria , Presby David , Hoogewoud Florence
Published: October 2023

Fundus images allow for non-invasive assessment of the retinal vasculature whose features provide important information on health. Using a fully automated image processing pipeline, we extracted 17 different morphological vascular phenotypes, including median vessels diameter, diameter variability, main temporal angles, vascular density, central retinal equivalents, the number of bifurcations, and tortuosity, from
over 130k fundus images of close to 72k UK Biobank subjects. We performed genome-wide association studies (GWAS) of these phenotypes. From this, we estimated their individual heritabilities, ranging between 5 and 25%, and genetic cross-phenotype correlations, which mostly mirrored the corresponding phenotypic correlations, but tended to be slightly larger. Projecting our genetic association signals onto genes and pathways revealed remarkably low overlap suggesting largely decoupled mechanisms modulating the different phenotypes. Our disease phenotype associations confirmed some previously known findings and revealed many novel connections. Notably, diameter variability, especially for the veins, seems to have new and interesting associations with diseases, including heart attack, pulmonary embolism, and age of death. Mendelian Randomization analysis suggests causal influence of blood pressure and body mass index on retinal vessel morphology, among other results. Our analyses provide evidence that large-scale analysis of image-derived vascular phenotypes has sufficient power for obtaining functional, as well as some initial causal insights into the processes modulating the retinal vasculature.
Evaluation of the Effect of an Amniotic Membrane Derived Bio-Nano Product (LifeCell) on Human Endometrial Cells Proliferation and Gene Expression: An in-vitro Study
Authors: Sene Azadeh Akbari , Zandieh Zahra , Amiri Sadegh , Amjadi FatemehSadat , Alamouty Mohammad Azimi , Meibodi Mandana Rashidi , Mohazzab Arash , Baharishargh Roza , Mohabatian Behnaz
Published: October 2023

BackgroundSuccessful assisted reproductive technology (ART) requires a receptive endometrium with appropriate thickness and the presence of specific cytokines, chemokines, and growth factors. Despite advancements in ART, the success rates remain suboptimal, particularly in individuals with thin endometrium resistant to treatment.ObjectiveIn this study, we evaluated the potential effects of LifeCell, a product of BioNano Technology, on the growth, development, and acceptance of endometrial cells.MethodWe cultured endometrial cells in a defined medium with different concentrations of LifeCell and examined cell growth, development, and the expression of genes involved in endometrial receptivity.ResultCo-culture of primary human endometrial cells with 5% Life cell solution significantly stimulated the endometrial cell growth, development and receptivity genes expression. The expression levels of FGF2 and CSF in the 72 hours co-cultured were significantly increased compared with other groups (P <0.01). HOXA10 and LIF significantly increased in the 72 hours co-cultured compared with 24 hours co-cultured and control groups but had no significant level compared with 48 hours cocultured. HOXA10 significantly increased in the 48 hours cocultured compared with control group. IL-6 and Hb-EGF increased in the 48 hours co-cultured compared to other groups but had no significant level. VEGF increased in the treated groups compared to control but had no significant level. The expression of OPN, unlike the other genes, decreased in the treated group compared to the control, which was not significant.ConclusionThese findings suggest that LifeCell may be a potential option for patients with treatment-resistant thin endometrium in cases of infertility.
The effects of chemoradiotherapy in IIA（T3N0M0）rectosigmoid junction cancer : a population-based study
Authors: zhu si rui , Tu Jiawei , Pei Wei , Zheng Zhao-xu , Bi Jianjun , Feng Qiang
Published: October 2023

Objective The use of adjuvant chemoradiotherapy in the treatment of stage IIA (T3N0M0) rectosigmoid junction cancer remains a topic of debate. To address this issue, we conducted a study to evaluate the impact of chemoradiotherapy on cancer-specific survival (CSS) and overall survival (OS) in patients diagnosed with stage IIA rectosigmoid junction cancer patients.
Methods The study analyzed data from patients diagnosed with stage IIA rectosigmoid junction cancer between 2010 and 2016, using the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database. The researchers then divided the patients into low-risk and high-risk groups based on various prognostic factors. Kaplan-Meier analysis was employed to evaluate the impact of chemoradiotherapy on CSS and OS in these patient groups.
Results Kaplan-Meier analysis revealed that chemotherapy was significantly beneficial for CSS in all patients with stage IIA rectosigmoid junction cancer, while it only had a significant impact on OS in the high-risk group. Furthermore, the addition of radiotherapy to chemotherapy didn’t demonstrate any significant improvement in OS or CSS in all patients with stage IIA rectosigmoid junction cancer.
Conclusion In the treatment of IIA rectosigmoid junction cancer patients, chemotherapy is generally recommended. However, the addition of radiotherapy doesn’t appear to improve OS and CSS in these patients.