bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effectiveness of corrective exercise program on alignment, muscle activation and biomechanical properties in forward head posture: a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Sarıyıldız Aylin , Deniz Volkan , Başaran Sibel
Published: December 2024

Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of supervised corrective exercise program on craniovertebral angle (CVA), shoulder protraction angle (SPA), and activity/biomechanical properties of cervicothoracic muscles in medical students with forward head posture (FHP).
Materials and Methods: Thirty-six medical students with FHP were allocated to an exercise group (n=18) or a control group (n=18). The participants in the exercise group followed an 8-week supervised corrective exercise program. CVA and SPA were evaluated with photogrammetry and activity and biomechanical chracteristics of the servicothoracic muscles were assessed with surface electromyography and myotonometry at baseline and after supervised exercise program.
Results: Data of thirty-two participants (16 for both groups) were analyzed. A significant improvement of CVA [Mean Difference (MD) 95% Confidence Interval (CI): 7.8 (5.2 to 10.5)] and SPA [MD 95%CI: 3.7 (0.2 to 7.2)] was observed in the exercise group compared to the control group. Multiple regression analysis revealed that a reduction in right upper trapezius stiffness had a significant effect on CVA (B= 0.047, Adjusted R2= 0.61), and the change in the tone of the right lower trapezius (B= 2.85, Adjusted R2= 0.64) had a significant effect on SPA.
Conclusion: An eight-week corrective exercise program improved cervicothoracic alignment in FHP. Streching exercises that reduce the stiffness of the upper trapezius and strengthening exercises that increase the tone of the lower trapezius can be prioritized in the management of FHP.
Combining Two Distinct Methods to Resolve Spatial Variation in Attenuation and Earthquake Source Parameters
Authors: Calderoni Giovanna , Abercrombie Rachel E.
Published: December 2024

Stress drop is a fundamental parameter in ground-motion modeling and seismic hazard assessment, but spectral estimates are subject to considerable uncertainties. A variety of factors cause different methods to yield different results, including the complexity of the seismic source, the assumptions inherent in the models used, the limited range of frequencies available, and the inherent difficulty in removing the propagation effects along the wave path. A primary challenge is determining whether the observed variations in spectral stress-drop estimates represent characteristics of the seismic source or the propagation path. We compare the performance of two methods applied to the 2019 Ridgecrest, California, earthquake sequence, each of which addresses the trade-offs between propagation and source in different ways. The first method, referred to as the spectral-fitting approach, operates on the hypothesis that the path effects remain constant across the spatial and temporal range of the sources under investigation. This approach assumes a level of uniformity in the propagation effects that simplifies the analysis. The second method, referred to as the spectral ratio approach, is based on the hypothesis that a small, collocated event will experience identical propagation effects to the earthquake of interest, potentially accounting for smaller scale variation in propagation effects. Our comparison reveals that the choice of method is not only influenced by the specifics of the data and the seismic events but also significantly constrained by the geological heterogeneity and consequent spatial variability of site and propagation effects in the study area. If an approach involves assuming a homogeneous attenuation structure, any spatial variation in attenuation structure will lead to this variation being incorrectly mapped into apparent source stress-drop variations. Understanding the local geology and structural heterogeneity, combined with using methods with contrasting underlying assumptions are good approaches to improving the reliability of estimated spectral stress drops.
Teaching Career Steps in Turkey from the Teachers’ Perspective
Authors: Ertürk Ramazan
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine the views of teachers about teaching career steps. The study group of the research which adopts a qualitative case study design consisted of 52 teachers working at various education levels in the 2022-2023 academic year in Türkiye. The research data were collected through a semi-structured interview form and employing interviews, and it was analyzed by content analysis. Depending on the findings, teachers' views on career steps were gathered under the themes of general, exam application conditions, professional studies and education program, and these themes were categorized under positive and negative views. While teachers found career steps positive in terms of continuous learning and professional development in general, they found it negative in terms of separating teachers and disrupting the school climate, exam-related anxiety and stress, and discrediting the postgraduate education. Some of the suggestions developed by the researcher within the scope of the research results are as follows: Continuity in practice should be ensured, the requirement of long working years for the application should be reduced, and the sixteen-year lost service periods of teachers who have not taken the exam since 2006 should be added to the ten-year and twenty-year periods. Provided that the candidacy stage has been completed, master's degree graduates in the field and in educational sciences should be given the title of expert teacher, and doctoral graduate teachers should be regarded as head teacher without a working-year requirement.
Aspir Genotiplerinin Sap Verimi ve Samanlarının Bazı Yem Değerlerinin Belirlenmesi
Authors: Koç Hasan , Hamzaoğlu Sümeyra
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışma, aspir (Carthamus tinctorius L.) genotiplerinin sap verimi ve bazı yem değerlerinin belirlenmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır. Araştırma, 2022-2023 yıllarında Bahri Dağdaş Uluslararası Tarımsal Araştırma Enstitüsü'nde Tesadüf Blokları deneme desenine göre dört tekerrürlü olarak gerçekleştirilmiştir. Materyal olarak melezleme yoluyla geliştirilen 10 aspir hattı, 5 tescilli aspir çeşidi (Koç42, Dinçer, Balcı, Linas, Göktürk) ve Taner ekmeklik buğday çeşidi kullanılmıştır. Sonuçlar, aspir çeşitleri arasında en yüksek ortalama sap veriminin 308 kg da-1 ile Koç 42 çeşidinden elde edildiğini, bunu 237 kg da-1 ile Göktürk ve 224 kg da-1 ile Linas çeşitlerinin izlediğini göstermiştir. Taner ekmeklik buğday çeşidinin sap verimi 241 kg da-1 ile altıncı sırada yer almıştır. Sap verimi açısından Taner çeşidinden daha yüksek verim sağlayan 4 aspir hattı ve 1 aspir çeşidi bulunmaktadır. Aspir genotiplerinin sap verimlerinin buğday samanı ile rekabet edebilir düzeyde olduğunu ve bazı durumlarda daha yüksek verim sağladığı tespit edilmiştir. Araştırmada kullanılan materyallerin Asit çözücülerde çözünmeyen lif (ADF), Nötral çözücülerde çözünmeyen lif (NDF), ham selüloz (HS) ve ham protein (HP) içerikleri analiz edildiğinde, aspir samanının genel olarak ham protein ve selüloz değerleri buğday samanına yakın veya daha yüksek olarak tespit edilmiştir. Bulgular aspir samanının genel olarak buğdaydan daha düşük ADF ve NDF içeriğine sahip olduğunu, bu nedenle hayvan yemi olarak daha iyi besin değerine sahip olduğunu ortaya koymuştur.
Idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis: challenges of differential diagnosis
Authors: Kuznetsova A. A. , Petrova S. I. , Dubko M. F. , Grafskaya I. I. , Solomatina N. M. , Bukovskaya A. A. , Pozdnyakova O. F. , Krasnogorskaya O. L. , Fedotova E. P. , Klyukhina Yu. B. , Kuropatenko M. V. , Peshekhonova Yu. V. , Zhelenina L. A. , Kostik M. M.
Published: December 2024

Idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis (IPH) is a rare disease of unclear etiology that belongs to interstitial lung diseases and is characterized by a triad of symptoms: hemoptysis, iron deficiency anemia, and diffuse interstitial changes on computed tomography (CT) of the chest cavity. IPH can occur at any age, but the disease develops in childhood in 80% of cases, more often before 10 years of age. A significant proportion of pulmonary hemosiderosis cases in this age group remain undiagnosed. The purpose of the study is to demonstrate a clinical case illustrating the features of differential diagnosis and therapy of IPH during the COVID-19 pandemic. Conclusion. An 8-year-old girl was diagnosed with IPH based on fever, shortness of breath, weakness, and severe iron-deficient anemia. The chest CT scan revealed diffuse interstitial ground-glass opacity in lungs. The lung biopsy revealed hemosiderin deposits and hemosiderophages in the alveolar lumens. Treatment with systemic glucocorticoids (SGC) and azathioprine was effective. The patient was followed for 3 years.
Impulse oscillometry parameters and diffusing capacity of the lung in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis: is there an inter-relationship?
Authors: Kiryukhina L. D. , Kokorina E. V. , Yablonskiy P. K.
Published: December 2024

Assessment of pulmonary gas exchange is essential in patients with respiratory diseases. However, the diffusing capacity of the lung cannot be assessed in some patients due to their physical condition or cognitive limitations. Impulse oscillometry requires minimum patient cooperation, is easy for patients, and allows for quick, reproducible measurements. The aim of the study was to determine the relationship between impulse oscillometry parameters and diffusing capacity of the lung in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis. Methods. This was a retrospective observational study in adult patients with a confirmed diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis. We evaluated their spirometry, body plethysmography, Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity (DLCO), and impulse oscillometry measurements. The study did not include patients with smoking experience of more than 10 pack-years, nonspecific respiratory diseases, chest surgery, and extrapulmonary causes of chest mobility restriction. The Kruskal – Wallis criterion, the χ2 criterion, Spearman rank correlation, and ROC analysis were used. Results. A moderate relationship was revealed between DLCO and IOS parameters: with frequency dependence of resistance (Rrs5–20), resonant frequency (Fres), deviation of reactance at 5 Hz from the predicted value (∆Xrs5), and reactance at 5 Hz (Xrs5) (–0.32; –0.33; –0.34; 0.32, respectively, p < 0.05). The reactance area (AX) showed a considerable relationship with DLCO and alveolar volume (VA) (–0.51; –0.57, respectively, p < 0.05) and a moderate relationship with the poorly Poorly Communication Fraction (PCF) 0,31 (p < 0,05). The ROC analysis showed that if DLCO was less than 75%, the cut-off level of AX was 0.30 kPa/l (AUC = 0,746), and if DLCO was less than 50%, the cut-off level of AX was 0.41 kPa/l (AUC = 0,840). Conclusion. The diffusing capacity of the lung in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis correlates with the changes in total respiratory resistance and its components.
E-cigarette, or Vaping, product use-Associated Lung Injury (EVALI): a diagnosis of exclusion
Authors: Tsarkova S. A. , Leshchenko I. V. , Ivanova A. I. , Lipina V. R. , Tsareva Z. A.
Published: December 2024

EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury) is a relatively new disease with complex differential diagnosis, as it mimics the clinical and pathological picture of various pulmonary diseases. The diversity of clinical manifestations of the disease described in the literature necessitates for treating EVALI as a diagnosis of exclusion and requires accumulation and understanding of the data to develop effective methods for diagnosis and patient management. The aim of the work was to present a clinical observation of vaping-associated lung injury (EVALI) in an adolescent as a diagnosis of exclusion. Conclusion. The presented clinical case demonstrates vaping-associated lung injury in a 15-year-old girl and the importance of high-quality collection of medical history for timely and correct diagnosis.
Cowden syndrome: A case report
Authors: Navas Fidha , Kumar S Akshay , Johny Joseph , Sreedhar Sinitha , Vani M H  , Shifana K
Published: December 2024

Cowden syndrome or multiple hamartomas syndrome are other names for Cowden disease. It is a hereditary condition with autosomal dominant inheritance pattern, marked by the presence of hamartomas that are capable of affecting any organ and run the risk of developing into cancer. The main cause of Cowden syndrome is usually attributed to a PTEN (phosphatase and tensin homolog) mutation, a tumor suppressor gene that causes unchecked cell division, which gives rise to cancer and hamartomas. Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome is another condition that shares characteristics with Cowden syndrome. Patients with this syndrome usually have macrocephaly and mucocutaneous lesions. The majority of Cowden syndrome patients eventually acquire cancerous tumors, usually in the breast, thyroid, or endometrium. Studies show that the prevalence is higher in women, and most of the cases documented in the literature involve people of Caucasian heritage. According to certain estimates, the prevalence of Cowden syndrome is roughly 1 in 2,000,000 individuals.
Evaluating the prediction success of soil organic carbon stock in pasture land using different modeling performance metrics
Authors: Yılmaz Ülkü , Sünal Kavaklıgil Seval
Published: December 2024

Many national and international initiatives depend on detailed spatial data on changes in soil organic carbon stock (SOC stock) at various scales to support policies aimed at land degradation neutrality and climate change mitigation Developing tools to accurately model the spatial distribution of SOCstock at national scales is a priority for both monitoring soil organic carbon (SOC) changes and contributing to global carbon cycle studies. The primary goal of this study was to evaluate and compare various spatial performance metrics used to assess the accuracy of predicting soil SOC and SOCstock content in a semi-arid pasture. Soil samples were taken from 0-20 cm soil depth at 150 random sampling points. Spatial structure of SOCstock and SOC were modelled by ordinary kriging The soil pH varied from slightly acidic (6.34) to neutral (7.19), and salinity was not an issue in the study area. Lime content, with an average of 2.04%, stands out as the most variable soil property, with a coefficient of variation (CV) of 61.76%. The carbon stock ranged from 23.46 to 65.36 tons ha-1, with an average carbon stock of 43.28 tons ha-1 calculated. In the study area, SOC (%) and stoniness (%) had the shortest autocorrelation distance (21.00 m), while bulk density had the longest (27.00 m). The prediction errors indicated that parameters in the random sampling did not result in better predictions using the OK technique.The results indicated that SOC content can exhibit significant spatial variability even within a small area, highlighting the need for site-specific management in semi-arid pastures. In order to achieve high accuracy and success in modeling, metrics of the performance such as RRMSE, RMSE and MAPE should be used that minimize the effect of the relevant soil property measurement unit.
A new method proposal to enhance foreground images against noisy backgrounds: Haytham Thresholding
Authors: Mutlu Esin , Dereli Serkan
Published: December 2024

Since only pixel intensities are taken into account in the binarization of gray images during the thresholding stage, it brings with it a significant problem. Because, since the relationship between pixels in the image is neglected, it is seen that noises are sometimes defined as an object, sometimes plays a role in changing the detected object, especially in noisy images where illumination is not uniform. In this study, a locally adaptive thresholding algorithm called Haytham Thresholding is proposed in order to eliminate these limitations of global thresholding algorithms and to eliminate noise caused by lighting during the binarization of the image. Especially in the literature, it is seen that noise is high in methods performed by taking the standard deviation into account when the image has a gradient feature. To prevent this, pixel values were normalized by taking into account the weights of the pixels in the window region instead of their standard deviation. These normalized values were added to the matrix values obtained by the average filter and then subtracted from the original image matrix. In the experiments, the proposed method was compared with Otsu and three different local thresholding algorithms by using four different image types also used in the literature. The comparison of the methods was made both visually and with image quality metrics such as PSNR and SSIM. As a result, it has been observed that the proposed method produces successful results compared to both global thresholding and local thresholding algorithms frequently used in the literature.
Marketing Channels Used by Goose Breeders and Marketing Efficiency
Authors: Gökkaya Gül Sultan , Adanacıoğlu Hakan
Published: December 2024

The main purpose of this study was to reveal the marketing channels used by goose breeding farms in Kars province and to determine their marketing efficiencies. The primary data of this study were obtained from questionnaires conducted with 90 goose breeders in the Central, Arpaçay and Susuz districts of Kars province. Overall, goose farms consume a small portion of the geese they raise, while the majority is marketed, and it was found that domestic consumption was higher in small farms. Although it varied according to the farm, it was determined that the geese were marketed as live, fresh or dried. The most produced and marketed product is fresh carcass goose, followed by dried carcass goose and live goose. Among the by-products of goose, giblets are the product with the highest production and marketing amount. When the proportional distribution of live goose sales amounts according to marketing channels was analysed, the highest number of live goose purchasers were foreign traders (38.53%), followed by direct consumers (30.55%) and other producers (24.40%). It was seen that fresh goose meat is sold to two marketing channels: direct consumers and hotels. The most preferred marketing channel for dried goose meat is direct consumers (57.40%). When the frequency of sales to goose buyers by the interviewed farms was analysed, it was seen that direct sales to consumers are quite common. The main criterion taken into consideration by the interviewed goose breeders in goose marketing were determined as price, payment method and reliability of buyers, in order of importance. Under traditional marketing conditions, the marketing efficiency index of goose breeders in fresh goose was calculated as 5.60 on average. It was seen that the highest marketing efficiency index was for large farms. The fact that the marketing efficiency index was greater than 1 in different farm scales showed that goose farms work effectively in marketing. The fact that goose breeders obtain higher prices than traditional sales channels due to the use of direct sales channels in fresh goose marketing is considered as an effective factor in increasing marketing efficiency.
Abordagem Hands-on-Tec: desenvolvimento e validação de uma ferramenta digital para o ensino interdisciplinar de ciências
Authors: Gontareck Luzia , Lisbôa Eliana Santana , Rosa Valdir
Published: December 2024

A educação contemporânea busca fomentar a interdisciplinaridade, a autonomia e o protagonismo dos alunos, contudo, a fragmentação do conhecimento em disciplinas distintas muitas vezes limita uma compreensão integrada. No contexto do ensino de ciências, a interdisciplinaridade representa uma abordagem eficaz para proporcionar uma visão holística do conhecimento científico. Este estudo apresenta o desenvolvimento e a validação de uma Sequência Didática Online (SDO) na plataforma hands-on-tec, voltada ao ensino interdisciplinar de ciências para os anos finais do ensino fundamental. Integrando a abordagem "hands-on" com a Teoria da Resolução de Problemas e Tecnologias Educacionais Móveis (TEM), essa metodologia visa facilitar a aprendizagem significativa baseada em problemas. A hands-on-tec orienta os educadores na criação de práticas pedagógicas investigativas, estimulando o pensamento crítico e a autonomia dos alunos. A utilização de tecnologias digitais por meio da SDO desempenha um papel central nessa abordagem, empregando ferramentas cognitivas para promover uma aprendizagem mais eficaz e envolvente.
Gamificação e Inovação na Aprendizagem de Programadores: uma proposta de plataforma gamificada para o ensino de programação
Authors: Costa Marcus Vinicius Silva , Costa Maurício José Morais , Bottentuit Junior João Batista
Published: December 2024

Este estudo investiga a influência da gamificação no engajamento e na motivação de alunos do projeto INCODE Tech School no acompanhamento de seus estudos de programação, por meio da proposta de uma plataforma de aprendizagem em trilhas gamificadas. A metodologia foi baseada em uma pesquisa de natureza aplicada e descritiva, com abordagem quali-quantitativa. A coleta de dados incluiu revisão bibliográfica, análise documental e aplicação de questionários junto aos alunos do projeto INCODE Tech School. A análise qualitativa envolveu categorização temática, segmentando as respostas em tópicos como motivação, dificuldades no estudo autônomo e eficácia de elementos gamificados. Os resultados indicam que a gamificação, quando bem implementada, pode aumentar significativamente o engajamento dos alunos. No entanto, sua aplicação eficaz exige um entendimento aprofundado das mecânicas de jogos e seus impactos no contexto educacional. O estudo reforça a importância de continuar refinando a plataforma para otimizar sua eficácia em ambientes de ensino.
Revisão de Literatura em Educação: um Processo Mediado por Inteligência Artificial
Authors: Lopes David Santana , Cravo Regiani Coser , Pinheiro Marcus Túlio de Freitas
Published: December 2024

Este estudo apresenta um método de aplicação de uma plataforma de inteligência artificial generativa para a otimização do processo de revisão de literatura científica a partir de bases científicas. Por meio de uma abordagem qualitativa, foram descritas e desenvolvidas as etapas desse processo considerando o contexto da educação. Os resultados indicaram eficiência na busca, filtragem e organização de artigos científicos, embora tenham sido definidas limitações éticas e metodológicas que exigem análise crítica rigorosa. Diante do exposto, considerou-se que a inteligência artificial, quando utilizada como ferramenta complementar, contribui para revisões mais precisas e eficientes, desde que o pesquisador desempenhe papel ativo na validação e interpretação dos dados.
Genealogia e Ontologia História do presente
Authors: Dias Rachel de Siqueira , Lemos Flávia Cristina Silveira , Moraes Júnior Manoel Ribeiro de , Corrêa Manuel do Socorro Valente , Barreto Robenilson Moura , Lobo Warlington Luz , Almeida Fernanda Nazaré da Luz
Published: December 2024

O artigo é um ensaio que pretende analisar acontecimentos da sociedade contemporânea a partir de Michel Foucault em conversação com práticas de saber, de poder, de subjetivação. Busca-se problematizar as práticas disciplinares, de soberania, de gestão de risco, biopolíticas e de controle na articulação com os processos de globalização e os efeitos nos corpos em termos de docilização política, normalização social e construção do modo indivíduo como produção da subjetividade contemporânea. Portanto, mobiliza-se um conjunto de conceitos, em uma composição de linhas de forças, tecendo um diagrama formado por multiplicidades e heterogeneidades de um dispositivo genealógico para desnaturalizar as formas-forças experimentadas como ontologia histórica de nós mesmos.
Организационные факторы обеспечения конкурентоспособности предприятий среднего бизнеса в информационно‐сетевой экономике
Authors: Кузнецова Е.Ю. , Амосов Н.А. , Подоляк О.О. , Кузьмин В.В.
Published: December 2024

В современном мире проявились черты деглобализации, но задачи кооперационных связей остаются на повестке дня. Могут меняться конфигурации ценностных производственных цепочек при сохранении актуальности данной идеологии. Задача исследования − выявление роли «организационных способностей» как фактора обеспечения конкурентного преимущества в решении вопроса о кооперационных взаимодействиях. Кейс рассмотрен для предприятий среднего бизнеса, который гибко встраивается в кастомизированные ценностные цепочки на любой актуальный временной промежуток. Теоретической базой послужили концепции «динамических способностей» и «динамического развития». Использованы методы контент‐анализа при исследовании фаз организационного развития производственных предприятий в рамках малого и расширенного цикла, проанализированы кризисы перехода предприятия по фазам цикла. Осуществлено построение логических графов на основе данных анкетного опроса сотрудников предприятий, позволившее продемонстрировать решение вопроса по преодолению кризиса на разных фазах. В качестве ключевого результата представлены базовые организационные документы (регламенты) как важнейший элемент деловой культуры организации, обеспечивающий ее конкурентоспособность при встраивании во внешнюю ценностную цепочку.
К проблеме систематизации методов стратегического менеджмента
Authors: Симагина О.В. , Вершинина Ю.В.
Published: December 2024

Актуальность: описывая систему стратегического управления, необходимо обращаться к фундаментальным научным принципам, которые являются универсальными и находят своё применение в различных областях знания. Особое значение имеют принципы комплексности и системности. Однако в настоящее время в научной литературе методы стратегического менеджмента изучаются разрозненно, что негативно сказывается на качестве управленческих решений, а также не позволяет сформировать необходимую и достаточную теоретическую и методологическую базу стратегического менеджмента. Цель: систематизировать методы стратегического менеджмента, описанные в научной литературе. Методы: обобщение, анализ документов, сравнительный анализ, синтез данных. Результаты: последовательно проанализированы возможности применения структурно‐функционального и содержательного подходов к описанию системы стратегического управления. Показано, что содержательный подход является более подходящим для представления системы стратегического менеджмента. Предложены авторские модели процесса стратегического управления и систематизации методов в цикле стратегического менеджмента. Выводы: разработанные схемы не только упорядочивают уже существующую информацию о методах и приемах, используемых в процессе стратегического управления, но также создают основу для дальнейших исследований в области обобщения и систематизации теории и практики стратегического менеджмента.
Анализ внутренней среды организации инфраструктуры сервиса в условиях экспансии технологий «Индустрии 4.0»
Authors: Жаров В.Г.
Published: December 2024

В работе проанализирована внутренняя среда организации инфраструктуры сервиса с целью выявления и конкретизации аспектов, препятствующих развитию хозяйственных отношений в условиях активного роста ассортимента цифровых сервисов. Были рассмотрены состав и функции входящих во внутреннюю среду компонентов и (или) групп компонентов, при помощи которых предприятие инфраструктуры сервиса осуществляет свою хозяйственную деятельность и взаимодействует с внешней средой. Выявлены наиболее весомые из них для текущих условий. Актуальность обусловлена необходимостью поиска несовершенств в компонентах внутренней среды предприятий инфраструктуры сервиса и поиска приоритетных направлений для ее адаптации к хозяйственным отношениям, формирующихся в условиях экспансии технологий «Индустрии 4.0». Методы: методы анализа, синтеза, индукции, дедукции, сравнения, обобщения и логики, системно‐структурный и проблемно‐целевой подходы, метод инфографического моделирования, который использовался для графической интерпретации системы связей компонентов внутренней среды организации инфраструктуры сервиса. В качестве информационной базы исследования выступили публикации в авторитетных СМИ, посвященные рассмотрению теоретических и практических аспектов функционирования внутренней среды организации, аналитические материалы периодических печатных и интернет‐изданий, данные статистики. Результаты: проведенное исследование позволило определить ключевые составляющие в структуре внутренней среды организации инфраструктуры сервиса и выявить их слабые стороны. Были обнаружены проблемы в сфере подготовки квалифицированных кадров, в организационной структуре и финансовом блоке. Исследование показало, что в условиях экспансии технологий «Индустрии 4.0» роль кадровой составляющей внутренней среды организации инфраструктуры сервиса является ключевой.
Цифровизация общества: техника, наука и нравственность
Authors: Плужникова Н.Н. , Ковалева С.В.
Published: December 2024

В последние годы современное общество столкнулось с рядом вызовов: глобальные международные проблемы, цифровое неравенство и экзистенциальные последствия использования технологий. Для того чтобы справиться с этими вызовами, необходимо переосмыслить влияние и последствия цифровизации прежде всего в технике, науке и нравственности. Именно данные отрасли стали предметом анализа, поскольку в них наиболее актуально и наглядно отражены тенденции цифровизации социальной жизни современного человека, а также позитивные и негативные стороны данного процесса. Техника составляет основу применения технологий в процессе цифровизации, наука задает тенденции развития данным технологиям, а нравственность становится результатом их воздействия на общество и человека. Однако данное исследование затрагивает и другую ключевую проблему − проблему переосмысления понятия технологий и их влияния на научное и нравственное развитие общества в контексте цифровых изменений. Цель: анализ развития техники, науки и нравственности в условиях использования передовых цифровых технологий. Методы: сравнительно-сопоставительный метод, логический анализ и системный. Результаты исследования основаны на проведении кросс-опроса. Проанализированы основные направления использования цифровых технологий в науке и технике, а также нравственные аспекты их применения. Авторы приходят к выводу, что процесс цифровизации носит неоднозначный характер, который, запуская изменения в науке и технике, существенно переформатирует нравственные отношения в современном обществе.
«Живая традиция» конфуцианского гуманизма в современном китайском обществе
Authors: Скальная О.А.
Published: December 2024

В процессе динамичных социально‐экономических преобразований и в поисках духовного ресурса нации Китай обращается к этике конфуцианства, а также к классическим конфуцианским концепциям идеального общества. Так, конфуцианская идеология предлагает принципы, которые способствуют созданию основанного на уважении, гуманности и взаимопонимании гармоничного общества. Актуальность предлагаемого исследования заключается в том, что традиции конфуцианства и сегодня оказывают существенное влияние на социальную структуру современного китайского общества в рамках политики «возрождения конфуцианства». Концепт «живая традиция» раскрывает понимание роли конфуцианских традиций, что особо актуально ввиду интенсифицирующегося взаимодействия с Китаем. Цель: концептуализировать значение конфуцианского гуманизма в интерпретации Ду Вэймина через обращение к принципам конфуцианской этики, раскрыть сущностное содержание данного социального феномена в динамике китайского общества на основании таких конструктов, как гуманность «жэнь», ритуал «ли» и гармония «хэ». Результаты. Сделан вывод, что, несмотря на серьезные внутренние и внешние социальные преобразования, Китай продолжает следовать традиционной формуле «ти-юн» как витальной основе концепта «живая традиция». Подчеркивается, что современное общество Китая, адаптируясь к мировым глобализационным процессам, не теряет связи с духом конфуцианства.
Laboratory Methodology for Screening of Cruciferous Host for Egg Laying Preference of Diamondback Moth, Plutella xylostella (L.)
Authors: Zirwal Yogiraj Namdeo , Dongarjal Sagar Bhagwan , Polineni Venu , Vishal Vivek , Polack Glenda W. , Calderon-Urrea Alejandro
Published: December 2024

Background: Diamondback moth (DBM), Plutella xylostella (L.), significantly damages Cole crops worldwide, causing major yield losses and management costs. Efficient control measures, including host plant resistance are imperative. While molecular methods offer insights into resistance mechanisms, conventional screening methods remain advantageous. Here, we present a novel laboratory-based oviposition preference screening method for DBM, significantly shortening screening time in resistance breeding. Methods: We studied DBM’s oviposition preferences among cruciferous hosts and plant tissues. Extract was prepared from leaves and heads of dark green and light green cabbage varieties, as well as cauliflower. Aluminum egg-laying sheets were treated with these extracts and introduced into mating boxes with insects. Egg-laying was monitored over seven days, with the number of eggs recorded daily. Result: DBM adults preferred light green cabbage for egg laying (1238±10.54 eggs), with no significant difference between leaf and head tissues. Dark green cabbage was the second choice (514.5±15.78 eggs), while cauliflower was the least preferred (217±37.2 eggs). Interestingly, DBM exhibited varying preferences between leaf and head tissues, with cauliflower heads being favored over leaves. Additionally, we observed distinct day-wise egg laying trends, providing insights into DBM’s oviposition behavior over time. This study demonstrates the efficiency of lab-based screening in identifying resistant crop varieties, aiding sustainable pest management and crop production and highlights the importance of considering host plant selection and tissue specificity in screening of genotype for resistance breeding programs.
Biochemical Effects of Silver Nanoparticles Prepared by Chemical Reduction Method on Male Rat Kidney Functions and Antioxidant Defense Systems
Authors: Al-Mashhadani Tabarak A. , Nafea Mustafa Hatem , Obayes Khudhur Raheem , Hussein Mohanad Salam , Hasan Ahmed Flayyih
Published: December 2024

Background: The present study was conducted at the Animal House Unit, Biotechnology Research Center, Al-Nahrain University, Iraq, Baghdad.This study aimed to synthesize and characterize silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) and investigate the impact of varying concentrations of Ag NPs on biochemical parameters, antioxidant defense system, lipid peroxidation, Histology and Immunohistochemistry in Male Rat Kidney. Methods: There were fifty male rats (150–170 g) utilized. Five groups, each with ten rats, were created from the animals. Group II, III, IV and V received oral administration of Silver Nanoparticles (Ag NPs) at doses of 1/150 LD50, 1/100 LD50, 1/50 LD50 and 1/25 LD50 mg/kg BW/day for a duration of three weeks, with the first group serving as the control. At the end of the experiment, blood and kidney samples were collected to look at a number of factors. Result: Treatment with Silver Nanoparticles (Ag NPs) different concentrations reduced kidney content in comparison to control for glutathione S-transferase (GST), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx)and glutathione reductase (GR). When rats were treated with varying quantities of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs), their protein levels were considerably lower than those of the control group.Treatment with various quantities of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) raised the urea and creatinine levels significantly, urea and creatinine concentration increases are considered to be significant markers of renal failure.
Microbial Dynamics and Shelf-life Assessment of Indigenous Organic Preparations Beejamrutham, Jeevamrutham and Panchagavya for Sustainable Agriculture
Authors: Sudheer K. , Triveni S. , Latha P.C. , maheswari T. Uma
Published: December 2024

Background: Indigenous organic formulations, such as Beejamrutham, Jeevamrutham and Panchagavya are widely used in sustainable agriculture to enhance soil fertility and crop productivity. These formulations are rich in microbial diversity, which plays a crucial role in nutrient cycling and plant growth promotion. Understanding the dynamics of microbial populations during the storage period of these formulations is essential for determining their optimal usage period on crops. This study aims to characterize the microbial diversity of indigenous organic formulations to identify the best period for their application on crops. Methods: Experiments were conducted to analyze the microbial populations of Beejamrutham, Jeevamrutham and Panchagavya over different storage periods. The microbial diversity was assessed by counting the populations of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB), potassium-releasing bacteria (KRB), total bacteria, yeast, and actinobacteria at various time points. The biochemical properties, including total nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, total sugar, reducing sugars, non-reducing sugars, pH, electrical conductivity, organic carbon, gibberellic acid (GA), ascorbic acid and indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), were also measured to evaluate the nutritional content of the formulations. Result: The study revealed that in Jeevamrutham, PSB and KRB counts increased until the 10th day post-preparation and then decreased, while total bacterial counts continued to rise. In Panchagavya, total bacteria and PSB populations peaked on the 24th day after preparation before declining and KRB, Actinobacteria, and yeast populations also increased with aging. Beejamrutham showed a decrease in microbial population over time, suggesting immediate use after preparation for optimal benefits. Biochemical analysis indicated that Panchagavya had higher total nutrients and IAA content, while Jeevamrutham had greater GA and ascorbic acid concentrations compared to the other formulations. Beejamrutham showed higher non-reducing sugars, IAA content compared to other organic preparations.
Digital Technology in the 21stCentury: Considerations for Clinical Supervision in Rehabilitation Education
Authors: Byrne Andrew M. , Hartley Michael T.
Published: December 2024

Technological innovations are increasingly affecting the delivery of clinical supervision. Yet there is limited information on how supervisors can use digital technology to broaden settings in which students record client interviews, enhance evaluation of students' clinical performance, and increase accessibility for students with disabilities. This article addresses methods and issues in the use of emerging digital recording technologies, such as pocket size iPods, Flip Cameras, and smart phones. A description of one rehabilitation counselor education program illustrates how digital recording technology can be integrated into traditional and distance clinical supervision.
Evidence-Based Rehabilitation Counseling Practice: A Pedagogical Imperative
Authors: Kosciulek John F.
Published: December 2024

This article describes how rehabilitation educators can aid students and practitioners in learning about and engaging in evidence-based rehabilitation counseling practice (EBRCP). Information describing (a) the definition and rationale for EBRCP, (b) controversies surrounding EBRCP, (c) facilitating rehabilitation counselor enthusiasm for EBRCP, (d) EBRCP pedagogical approaches, and (e) learning objectives in EBRCP training is provided.
A Critical Turn in Heritage Studies: From Power Discourse to Grassroots Practices
Authors: Kalinycheva Sofia
Published: December 2024

In this article, the author analyzes the subject field of cultural heritage studies, starting from the time of the emergence of the scientific discourse on heritage in the 19th century and ending with contemporary critical studies. It is noted that the works published in the last decades revise the usual idea of cultural heritage as an authentic medium between past and present, and instead propose to understand heritage in its processual forms, be it authorized discourses, expert nomination or grassroots practices of protection and care. In doing so, the temporal dimension of heritage, its devalorization and reassembly in relation to the needs of contemporary viewers, becomes important. The author sets out to identify the main directions and reference points of heritage studies and critical heritage studies, theoretical and applied limitations, as well as to determine what leads to the defragmentation of this subject area and whether this process is to be feared. The paper focuses on grassroots practices of heritage use: appropriation, commodification and routinization, and the place heritage is given in the space of the contemporary city.
Amateur Literary Creativity of Men as a Form of Self-Psychotherapy
Authors: Kotelnikov Maksim
Published: December 2024

In this article, we propose to look at amateur literary creativity (writing) as a self-therapeutic practice. Based on 11 in-depth interviews with male amateur writers, we demonstrate that writing can be both a way to solve life’s problems and a means of helping to change one's attitude towards them. We highlight several basic functions of artistic writing (in addition to the struggle for cultural and economic recognition in the literary field, which were already discussed by Bourdieu): an outburst of emotions, aestheticization of difficult everyday experience, implicit communication with people through text. However, despite the fact that writing can have a positive effect on the well-being and action strategies of informants, we also note a number of difficulties associated with the implementation of this practice. The study demonstrates that sometimes male writers (especially at a young age) face the reproach that “writing is not a man's business”. In particular, informants point out that their passion for writing is not perceived (by partners, friends, relatives, etc.) as significant or even existential for their lives if it does not bring income and success. Finally, the last difficulty associated with amateur writing is the dilemma that arises when trying to publish their manuscripts. Informants who have been rejected are faced with the problem of making their work “convenient” for the needs of publishers (thereby depriving themselves of writing as a practice of self-therapy), or continuing to write in such a way that writing continues to perform a therapeutic function, but agreeing to obscurity.
RELIGIOUS MODERATION LEVELS AMONG THE STUDENTS OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT IN THE FACULTY OF EDUCATION AND TEACHER TRAINING AT UIN MATARAM
Authors: Andrian Paris , Erwin Padli
Published: December 2024

The issue of intolerance on campus is a compelling subject for study today, particularly within the Islamic Religious Education (Pendidikan Agama Islam: PAI) programmes under the Ministry of Religion, which should exemplify a positive attitude towards religious moderation. This research aims to examine the level of religious moderation among Islamic students of the Religious Education programme. In particular, the study describes the level of religious moderation of 2021 batch students of the Islamic Religious Education programme at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Mataram. To assess the level of religious moderation among the students, the researchers used a descriptive qualitative research method. Data were collected through interviews, observation and documentation. The research findings indicate that religious moderation is an attitude and effort to establish religion as a principle for avoiding extreme positions and consistently seeking middle ground in uniting society. The level of religious moderation among the students of the 2021 batch (sixth semester) of the Islamic Religious Education programme can be classified as high, as evidenced by their effective implementation of the religious moderation indicators. These indicators consist of four elements: national commitment, tolerance, anti-violence stance, and accommodation of local culture.
SPIRIT OF WASATIYYAH: SUFISM AND LOCAL WISDOM IN INDONESIA
Authors: Hurnawijaya  , Apipuddin  , Handriawan Dony
Published: December 2024

This article explores the spirit of Wasatiyyah within the context of Sufism and local wisdom in Indonesia. Wasatiyyah, which translates to “the middle path” or “moderation,” is a significant concept in Islam that emphasises balance and harmony. Through in-depth study, this article highlights how the principles of Sufism intersect with Indonesia’s local wisdom, creating a unique and inclusive form of religious practice.The study employs a qualitative approach, using ethnographic methods to collect data from various Sufi communities in Indonesia. The findings reveal that the values of moderation within Sufism not only enrich individual spirituality but also strengthen social cohesion and foster tolerance among religious communities. Practices such as dhikr (remembrance of God), tahlil (recitation of the phrase ‘La ilaha illallah’), and religious gatherings commonly conducted by Sufi communities incorporate elements of local wisdom, enriching Indonesia’s spiritual culture. In conclusion, the integration of Sufism and local wisdom in Indonesia gives rise to an adaptive and harmonious religious model. The embodiment of the wasatiyyah spirit in these practices contributes significantly to peace and social harmony in a multicultural society.
Evaluation of Wave Model Performance during Typhoon Event in Surrounding Korea Waters
Authors: Abdullah Faizal Ade Rahmahuddin , Yoo Jeseon , Bang Minseon
Published: December 2024

In 2022, South Korea experienced Super Typhoon Hinnamnor, one of the most powerful cyclonic storms of the year, which caused significant damage to cities along the southern coastline. Accurate wave prediction during such extreme weather events is crucial for effective disaster management and coastal protection. This study aims to evaluate the performance of the latest version of the wind wave model WAVEWATCH III (hereafter, WW3), specifically version 6.07, in simulating typhoon-induced waves in the waters surrounding Korea during Super Typhoon Hinnamnor. The model is forced by wind fields obtained from ERA5 reanalysis data. To assess model accuracy, we compare the simulations with in-situ measurements, focusing on five wind input and dissipation source terms within the WW3 model, denoted as ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, and ST6. These terms are applied to simulate extreme wave events in Korea's waters during the typhoon. Overall, the model results demonstrate good performance when compared to observed wave data, with the ST4 simulation proving to be the most effective formulation for simulating the wave field under typhoon conditions compared to the other source term packages.
Statistical Analysis on the Marine Meteorological Characteristics around Republic of Korea(2014-2023)
Authors: Park Jong-Sook , Jung Hae-Chan , Kim Hye-In , Kim Yo-Han , Im Min-Jung , Won Wol-Seok , Choi Woon-Kyu
Published: December 2024

This study examines the marine meteorological characteristics of the seas around Republic of Korea for the recent 10 years (2014-2023) focusing on regions including the Mid-West Sea, South-West Sea, South Sea West, Jeju Island, South-East Sea, and Mid-East Sea. Utilized data from nearby observation stations operated by KMA and analyzed important meteorological elements for vessels operations such as wind speed, gust wind speed, maximum wave height and significant wave height were averaged for months, seasons and years. Then relationships between meteological elements were anylized at national and regional levels. The analysis revealed significant regional variations in these parameters, with certain areas exhibiting higher frequencies of extreme conditions that could impact maritime navigation. Our findings provide critical insights for improving maritime safety and optimizing navigation strategies in Korean waters, highlighting the need for region-specific weather forecasting and risk management approaches, and can be meaningfully utilized in the designation of new maritime routes in future.