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Adamic Christology and its Implications for Christian Soteriology
Authors: Boaheng Isaac
Published: December 2023

The subject of Christology is indispensable in Christianity because the entire Christian gospel centers on the person and works of Jesus Christ. One of the Christological models espoused in the New Testament is Adamic Christology with its focus on the striking analogy between Adam’s sin and Christ’s atoning sacrifice. While allusions of the Adam-Christ comparison appear elsewhere in the New Testament (Luke 3–4; Heb. 2:5–18), the most explicit articulation is found in Romans 5 and 1 Corinthians 15. Most of the existing literature on the subject focus more on exegetical issues and fail to provide adequate theological analysis on the Adam-Christ comparison. Current interest in theological implications of the Adam-Christ comparison has prompted this paper which explores Adamic Christology based on a theological reading of Romans 5:12-21 and other relevant texts on subject. The researcher used a literary research design comprising textual, theological and historical analyses of data collected from commentaries, articles, books, and dissertations/theses. The main thesis of the paper is that despite remarkable continuities between Adam and Christ on the basis of an ontological inclusivity of all humankind in their vicarious humanity, Christ exceeds Adam in all soteriological respects as the one who reverses the effect of Adam’s sin and its effect on humanity by bestowing salvific benefits on all who express belief in his saving person and works. The paper is an interdisciplinary study that contributes to the fields of Systematic theology (particularly on the issues of hamartiology and soteriology) and New Testament studies (especially Pauline studies).
The Social and Pedagogical Approach of Increasing Combat Readiness in the Process of Teaching Military Sciences at the Institute of Advanced Training of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Authors: Akrambaev Khasan Mamadjanovich
Published: December 2023

This scientific work provides information about the social and pedagogical approach of increasing combat readiness in the process of teaching military sciences at the Institute of Advanced Training of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
RACISMO ESTRUTURAL: ANÁLISE DA VIOLÊNCIA POLICIAL CONTRA PESSOAS NEGRAS
Authors: Barros de Lima Camilla , Regina da Silva Tayna
Published: December 2023

A presente pesquisa avalia a constante violência policial contra negros, especificamente na última década, discorrendo sobre casos com grande repercussão nas mídias. Abordando o racismo contra moradores das favelas brasileiras e a ADPF 635, que ficou conhecida como ADPF das favelas pela vida, que estava vigente durante o período da pandemia. A metodologia de pesquisa utilizada é a bibliográfica, sendo a abordagem qualitativa, possibilitando a análise de dados confiáveis e atuais, tendo seu embasamento em doutrinas, legislação artigos, livros e reportagens.
BENEFÍCIOS DOS INSTRUMENTOS DIGITAIS NO PROCESSO LEGISLATIVO MUNICIPAL: UM OLHAR PRÁTICO-PROFISSIONAL SOBRE O SERIDÓ POTIGUAR
Authors: Fernando de Araújo Queiroz Antônio , De Araújo Lima Rogério
Published: December 2023

Este trabalho objetiva analisar algumas ferramentas digitais utilizadas pelas Câmaras Municipais. Para tanto, utilizaram-se os produtos ofertados pelo Programa Interlegis, criado pelo Senado Federal, e a Assinatura Eletrônica do GOV.BR que fora lançada pelo Ministério da Gestão e da Inovação em Serviços Públicos. Assim, essa pesquisa buscou constatar os benefícios proporcionados pela utilização desses equipamentos disponíveis, sobretudo em meio virtual. Sendo um dos pontos relevantes a explicação de cada ferramenta e apontamento das suas funções, apontando as Câmaras Municipais que, na região do Seridó Potiguar, já fazem uso de algumas delas nas atividades e serviços. Além disso, ao final, serão indicados os benefícios ocasionados pela utilização desses instrumentos no âmbito das Câmaras Municipais, os quais impactam tanto nos serviços internos delas, como no processo legislativo e, também, nas atividades externas.
Critical Thinking in Curriculum Content: The Case of Uganda
Authors: Katende Esther
Published: December 2023

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the nature of critical thinking in the curriculum content of institutions of higher learning in Uganda. The study is based on one of the institutions of higher learning in Uganda, particularly, Makerere University Business School, as a case study of institutions of higher learning in Uganda.

Methodology: The methodology used is textual analysis, where curriculum documents are analyzed for aspects of critical thinking, on the basis of the higher order facets of Bloom’s Taxonomy.

Findings: It is the finding of this research that to a small extent, critical thinking is prevalent in the documents of the institution of higher learning analyzed. But a lot more can be done.

Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice: This study is a unique contribution to theory as it shows the application of Bloom’s Taxonomy, as a theoretical framework, in relation to critical thinking in Uganda’s institutions of higher learning.
Productivity of soybean varieties of different maturity groups depending on plant density under drip irrigation in the South of Ukraine
Authors: Ivaniv Mykola , Sydiakina Olena
Published: December 2023

Soybeans are a leading leguminous crop for universal use, therefore, measures aimed at increasing their productivity, including the reasonable selection of varietal resources and optimisation of planting density, will make a significant contribution to the creation of sustainable food production systems. The research aims to determine the effect of plant density on the productivity of soybean varieties of different maturity groups. Field laboratory and statistical (correlation and regression analysis) methods were used in the study. The field experiments were conducted during 2018-2020 on dark chestnut soil of a private agricultural enterprise of the agricultural company “Syvash” in Novotroitsk district of Kherson region. Its maximum values for the cultivation of early ripening varieties were ensured by a plant density of 700 thousand/ha, medium early varieties – 500-700 thousand/ha, and medium ripening varieties – 500 thousand/ha. A strong and very strong correlation between yield and soybean yield index was established. Increasing the length of the growing season contributed to the growth of yields. In the group of early maturing soybean varieties, the Monarch variety was determined to be the most productive. There was no significant difference in the level of yield of varieties within other maturity groups. For each variety, the optimum planting density was determined, at which the maximum grain yield was formed. Longer vegetation contributed to a greater accumulation of protein and fat in the grain. In terms of protein content, the difference between varieties of the same maturity group did not exceed 0.2%, but varieties differed in terms of conditional protein yield per hectare of crops. There was no difference in the fat content of mid-season soybean varieties. Among the early-ripening varieties, the Monarch variety was distinguished by higher oil content, and among the mediumearly varieties – by Aratta. The maximum conditional fat yield per hectare of crops was also determined for these varieties. A very strong and strong correlation was found between soybean grain yield and protein and fat content, respectively. A very strong correlation was also found between the protein and fat content of the grain. To ensure sustainable production and efficient use of soybeans and soybean by-products, it is advisable to take the results of the study into account in production conditions
Assessment of the impact of climate change on crop production in Ukraine: Adaptation mechanisms for mitigating the consequences
Authors: Martyniuk Maksym
Published: December 2023

Climate changes in modern conditions have a significant impact on the development of agriculture, which is associated with changes in natural conditions in various territories, pollution of soils, air, water bodies and other components of the ecosphere. Such conditions make research on finding mechanisms that would allow mitigating the negative consequences on the development of the country’s agriculture relevant. Thus, the study aims to investigate the interaction between climate change and the development of crop production in Ukraine. The main research methods used in the study were analysis, abstraction, and forecasting. As part of the work, an analysis of the trend in terms of climate change observed in Ukraine was carried out: the data clearly showed a trend towards warming of average annual air temperatures, and a decrease in average wind speed and precipitation. All this harms the development of agriculture. The study showed what losses businesses can suffer due to the negative impact of climate change, which can be reflected in both reduced fertility and financial losses. Based on all the information, recommendations were formed for both enterprises and representatives of state authorities, which will make it possible to adapt to such climate changes more effectively. This work makes it possible to better understand both the peculiarities of Ukraine’s development from an ecological and economic point of view (in particular, its agricultural sector). In addition, it provides recommendations that can be used by enterprises or government officials to reduce the negative impact of environmental factors on agriculture
Influence of age and breed of dogs on tumour development
Authors: Irgashev Almazbek , Ishenbaeva Svetlana , Nurgaziev Rysbek , Lykhina Lyudmila
Published: December 2023

The increase in the number of dogs as pets poses the challenge for veterinary specialists to find new approaches to prevent their morbidity and early mortality. Age and breed are considered to be the main risk criteria for the formation of tumours in dogs, so the aim of this study was to investigate the impact of these and a number of other factors on the susceptibility to cancer in this species. The research was based on the analysis of a single database of veterinary clinics in Bishkek, which includes 328 confirmed cases of cancer in dogs. The most common breeds were German (n=48) and Central Asian Shepherds (n=23), Rottweilers (n=18), Dachshunds (n=18), Poodles (n=17), Shar Pei (n=14), Pekingese (n=14), and a group of outbred dogs (n=70). Benign neoplasms were recorded in 140 cases, accounting for 54.3% of the total number of tumours in pure-bred dogs. Benign tumours predominated in large breed dogs (n=75), or 53.6% of the total number of benign tumours, and the highest growth of malignant tumours was detected in small breed dogs (59%) (n=29). Dogs, regardless of breed, were more vulnerable to tumour formation between the ages of 6 and 12 years. The database analysis revealed that females were more likely to develop cancer than males, with mammary tumours being the main diagnosis in females (36.3%). Small dog breeds had a higher risk of developing mammary tumours than large dogs. The obtained results revealed breed-specific features of the manifestation of morphological types of tumours in dogs and made it possible to determine the critical periods of their formation
Peculiarities of plant adaptation of interspecific hybrid Betula ex vitro
Authors: Chornobrov Oksana , Melnyk Oleksandr , Karpuk Anatolii , Vasylyshyn Roman
Published: December 2023

Microclonal propagation as one of the methods of biotechnology allows obtaining genetically homogeneous plants during the year from a minimum amount of donor material. Adaptation of plants ex vitro to environmental conditions is the final and important stage of microclonal propagation. The purpose of the study is to determine the optimal mode of plant adaptation of triploid interspecific hybrid Betula ex vitro to environmental conditions. Biotechnological (microclonal propagation) and statistical (arithmetic mean, standard error, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA)) methods were used for research. The study was carried out in the research of Plant Biotechnology Laboratory of the Separated Subdivision of National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine “Boyarka Forest Research Station” during 2019-2023. According to research, the MS nutrient medium with the addition of 0.25 mg∙l -1 of kinetin stimulated the active proliferation of microshoots and root system. Optimum plant development took place on the nutrient medium vitro for a 25-30- day cycle of cultivation, which contributed to successful adaptation to environmental conditions. The proportion of adapted Betula ex vitro hybrid plants on agroperlite substrate was more than 60% for 30 days. Significant plant viability (more than 80%) was obtained under the conditions of preliminary exposure of the plant root system in auxin solution (1.0 mg/lIAA, 1.0 mg/l NAA, 1.0 mg/lIBA) for 25-30 minutes followed by daily spraying of leaves with 20% glycerin for 15-20 days. Adapted plants had typical pigmentation without signs of chlorosis and vitrification. In the spring, the survival rate of plants under environmental conditions was more than 80% and indicated a high level of adaptability after in vitro. The developed protocol for the adaptation of the Betula ex vitro hybrid allows obtaining high plant survival in environmental conditions. The practical value of the research is obtaining plants adapted to environmental conditions ex vitro, which in the future can be used to qualitatively enrich the range of artificial plantings in settlements
Fertilisation system influence on the main agrochemical indicators of soil and productivity of white cabbage
Authors: Kuts Oleksandr , Kokoiko Vasyl , Mykhailyn Volodymyr , Syromyatnikov Yuriy , Zhernova Olga
Published: December 2023

The research relevance is determined by the need to study the long-term use of various fertilisers and their effect on the soil nutrient regime, yield, and quality of white cabbage. The research aims to determine the effect of different nutrition optimisation systems on the yield and quality of late-ripening white cabbage in irrigated vegetable-fodder crop rotation. Field, statistical, calculation-analytical and laboratory methods were used to conduct the research. It was established that the use of a mineral fertilizer system (N550P260K370 + “NutriVant Plus Universal”) led to an increase in the level of supply of the topsoil with mobile nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium compounds, and had a positive effect on the biometric parameters and productivity of white cabbage plants. All fertilisation systems, except for the application of microbial preparations only provided a significant increase in yields in the range of 21.6-71.8%. However, a significant increase in the content of vitamin C in cabbage heads was observed for all fertilisation systems studied, except for the use of 40-60 t/ha of manure + N60P60K45 та N550P260K370 + “NutriVant Plus Universal”. The nitrate content in the heads did not increase significantly after fertilisation. The ineffectiveness of using the system of microbial preparations, including seed treatment with Azotobacter chroococcum, and soil treatment before pre-sowing cultivation with Roundfix, to optimise the nutrition of white cabbage plants was noted. (Paenibacillus polymyxa, Bacillus megaterium var. phosphaticum, Enterobacter, Azotobacter chroococcum, Bacillus subtilis) and five foliar fertilisers Organic Balance (Bacillus subtilis, Azotobacter chroococcum, Paenibacillus polymyxa). The practical value is determined by obtaining results for adjusting fertiliser doses when planning their application in crop rotations of farms of different forms of ownership
Improved Interleaved Boost Converter with Soft-Switching: Analysis and Experimental Validation
Authors: Popuri Madhuchandra , Bhajana Veera Venkata Subrahmanya Kumar , Maharana Manoj Kumar , Biswal Pravat , Appasani Bhargav , Oproescu Mihai , Bizon Nicu
Published: December 2023

This paper proposes a novel interleaved boost converter for renewable energy applications. The two-phase interleaved boost converter was improved with lossless passive snubber cells to ensure the Zero Voltage Switching (ZVS) condition. The ZVS condition is contributed by a resonant inductor, a resonant capacitor, and two diodes. The proposed converter was operated in continuous current mode on its primary side. The significant merits of this converter are reduced switching losses, better efficiency, and reduced input current ripples without auxiliary switches. The soft-switching ability of this converter is maintained under both light- and heavy-load conditions. This paper also presents the operating principles and design analysis of the proposed converter. Furthermore, a 50-320V prototype was operated at 250 W to validate the soft-switching operation and theoretical analysis, and the experimental results are presented.
Transient Electromagnetic Fields Calculation around Transmission Lines using FDTD
Authors: Ghania Samy M.
Published: December 2023

For proper design of transmission and distribution insulation systems, it is necessary to fully clarify the characteristics of lightning phenomena. In this study, two typical power transmission lines, 500 and 220 kV, were modeled to compute the lightning electromagnetic fields around the transmission lines. The lightning electromagnetic fields around the different power lines were calculated using the Finite Difference Time Domain (FDTD) method with Maxwell's equations. Two selected zones were used to capture electromagnetic fields during lightning strikes. The first zone was around the insulators and the second was at the ground level below the power line at 1 m above ground and the power line Right Of Way (ROW). The correlation between the induced magnetic and electric fields was verified in the free space inside the two selected zones. The induced electromagnetic fields were evaluated at different positions of each power line phase. The results obtained showed that while lightning strikes the conductor, the waveforms of the electromagnetic field obtained at the selected monitoring points were the same as the waveform of the lightning current. The amplitude of the electromagnetic field intensities exhibited a stable linear relationship with the lightning currents as the intrinsic impedance of the free air. This study was mainly concerned with transient electromagnetic fields that could appear inside high-voltage substations to clarify the electromagnetic exposure levels around high-voltage transmission lines.
Evaluation of Magnetic Fields inside High Voltage Substations with Different Configurations
Authors: Ghania Samy M.
Published: December 2023

The exposure risk of magnetic fields produced inside high-voltage substations is still a challenging issue for both utility design engineers and biomedical researchers. There are two different types of exposure, the first type is the public type which comes from any temporary human presence near any electrical utility installation while the second type is the residential which comes from any type of residency or semi-permanent presence for more than 8 hours (working shifts) nearby any electrical utility installation. This classification is mainly dependent upon the levels and durations of exposure. This paper presents the full simulation for two typical high voltage substations of 500/220 kV and 220/66 kV with different bus bar configurations for calculating the magnetic field distributions. The effects of different bus bar configurations on the magnetic field levels are presented. The simulated results are compared with the measured values to validate the simulation accuracy.
Investigation of the Stiffness and Ductility of Pre-Cracked RC Beams after repairing with CFRP using Different Strengthening Methods
Authors: Yahya Turki Abbas , Al-Farttoosi Mahdi Hameed
Published: December 2023

This study investigated the stiffness and ductility of rectangular Reinforced Concrete (RC) beams. The beams were obtained through an experimental program that included one reference and eight RC beams, divided into two separate groups strengthened with Externally Bonded Reinforcement (EBR) and Near-Surface Mounted (NSM) reinforcement in flexural using Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) laminate after they were pre-cracked or damaged at different levels. The comparison results of the reference and the strengthened beams showed that the latter had a higher degree of stiffness. The stiffness in the yielding stage increased by 6.43% to 19.81% for the EBR-strengthened group and by 31.08% to 105.8% for the NSM-strengthened group. At the 140 kN loading stage, the stiffness increased by 33 to 101.5% for the EBR-strengthened group and by 136.5% to 332.25% for the NSM-strengthened group. At the ultimate load stage, the stiffness increased by 12.72% to 46.13% for the EBR-strengthened group and by 56.85% to 122.94% for the NSM-strengthened group. On the other hand, the comparison revealed that the ductility of the reference beam was much better than that of the reinforced beams.
TDK Güncel Türkçe Sözlükte ‘Nesnesiz’ Etiketlenen Birkaç Sözcük Üzerine
Authors: ÖNLER Selim
Published: December 2023

devinim içindedir. Teknolojinin ilerlemesi, sosyal medya platformlarının yaygınlık kazanması, iletişim araçlarının çeşitliliği bu devinimde hiç şüphesiz büyük bir rol oynamaktadır. Sosyal medyada yapılan anlık oluşumlar, yabancı dillerden amatör ve profesyonel insanlar tarafından yapılan büyük-küçük metinlerin ve yazılı görsellerin çevirileri, bu değişim ve dönüşümde önemli bir etkendir. Sosyal medya, özellikle konuşma dilinin yazı diline yaklaştırılması, dilde yeni yapılar ortaya çıkmasına zemin hazırlamaktadır. Bunun bir sonucu olarak da tarihsel metinlerde görmediğimiz söz dizimsel yapıları son yıllarda daha fazla görmekteyiz. Bu çalışmada da özellikle spor haberlerinde ve bir başarımı ifade eden cümlelerde ortaya çıkan geçişsiz eylemlerin nesneli kullanımları artzamanlı ve eşzamanlı olarak ele alınacaktır.
Corporalidades mitológicas en la obra de Yorlady Ruíz López
Authors: Sanchez Adriana
Published: December 2023

Este artículo presenta un análisis a la obra de Yorlady Ruíz, artista plástica colombiana, que configura nuevos territorios estéticos del cuerpo sugiriendo desde la lírica y la teatralidad lecturas políticas, eróticas  e históricas del país. Los corpus que se estudian en este texto resemantizan mitos y leyendas donde se reconfiguran diferentes corporalidades a través del proyecto Magdalenas por el Cauca desde el 2008, los poemarios Diarios íntimos (2012) y El silencio fue su reino (2021). Obras que retoman las figuras míticas para resignificar el cuerpo vulnerable, erótico y errante de Colombia, una propuesta corpo-estética que  devela desde la fragmentalidad significados colectivos del país.
experiencia transgénica y la precarización de la vida en el campo: El costo humano de los agrotóxicos de Piovano y Distancia de rescate de Schweblin
Authors: Capasso Verónica , Peez Klein Daniela
Published: December 2023

En este artículo se propone analizar, comparativamente, la novela Distancia de rescate (2014) de Samanta Schweblin y la serie fotográfica El costo humano de los agrotóxicos (2017) de Pablo Piovano. Ambas propuestas tematizan el impacto de las actividades vinculadas al agronegocio y, específicamente, abordan el cultivo extendido de la soja, el uso de agrotóxicos y su impacto negativo en la salud de las formas vivientes de las comunidades rurales. Las obras de Schweblin (2014) y Piovano (2017) coinciden en que, en el contexto de la actual crisis ecológica, dan cuenta de zonas de sacrificio, regiones sujetas a daño medioambiental, pero mientras que la novela construye un relato ficcional, poético e incluso por momentos mágico, la serie de fotografías nos presenta el tema desde una construcción de corte documental. Es decir, construyen diferentes formas de llegar a la crítica, al orden actual de cosas en relación con el ambiente y a la búsqueda de un proceso de reflexión. En suma, hay en las obras una voluntad de mostrar el impacto que el modo de producción está causando en el entorno de vida y en los cuerpos que lo habitan. Apuntan sobre la experiencia transgénica: la normalización de la precarización de la vida
Muerte y paisaje en La distancia más larga (2013)
Authors: Rodríguez Omar
Published: December 2023

En La distancia más larga (2013), opera prima de la directora venezolana Claudia Pinto Emperador, la muerte une los espacios naturales con los espacios urbanos. Lucas, un niño de doce años, huye de Caracas después de que su madre es violentamente asesinada. El objetivo del niño es llegar a la Gran Sabana, una inmensa zona despojada de árboles del Amazonas venezolano donde se encuentra el famoso monte Roraima. Al mismo tiempo, la abuela de Lucas regresa a Venezuela con una enfermedad terminal con la intensión de morir en el Roraima, un paraje donde fue feliz en su juventud. Construida a primera vista como una película de carretera, la película presenta Caracas solo como escenario donde se desarrolla la acción. A medida que Lucas se adentra en su viaje hacia el Amazonas, el entorno se va separando de su rol de trasfondo de las acciones para convertirse en paisaje cinematográfico. Aquí paisaje implica una manera específica de registrar el entorno natural como un elemento independiente de la narración que pasa a dominar las acciones de los personajes, en ocasiones deteniendo la narración por completo en otras ralentizándola, siempre focalizando la atención en algún aspecto afectivo. Mientras que la herramienta técnica normalmente usada para presentar paisajes es el plano largo, este trabajo explora como Pinto Emperador prefiere utilizar la edición para formular un contrapunto de imágenes entre la ciudad y la Gran Sabana que permite incorporar la muerte tanto en su dimensión destructiva como creadora.
Simular lo que ya se es. Dandismo y bibliofilia en Trance de Alan Pauls
Authors: Rodríguez Montiel Emiliano
Published: December 2023

El presente trabajo se desprende de una tesis doctoral recientemente finalizada. La misma estudia la constitución del anacronismo como forma del dandismo contemporáneo en la narrativa de Alan Pauls. En este artículo me centro, en primer término, en cuestiones teórico-críticas generales respecto del modo en que Pauls, al intervenir su material autobiográfico, construye la diferencia que lo hace despuntar en tanto dandi. Y, desprendido de ello, analizo los personajes de autor que pueblan Trance (Pauls, 2018), su último ensayo de largo aliento. La hipótesis sostiene que, al transferir el anacronismo de su ficción a los personajes responsables por autofigurar por él, Pauls busca, por un lado, que éstos completen y engloben su figura de autor, y por otro, que consoliden el estatuto a contratiempo –la verdad estética– que funda su literatura.
Escombros, desechos y cenizas en el fin del paisaje norpatagónico argentino.
Authors: Vargas Maia
Published: December 2023

En este trabajo nos interesa observar cómo dos obras audiovisuales contemporáneas conversan con materiales presentes en el territorio norpatagónico argentino. Para ello trabajaremos desde la perspectiva filosófica de los nuevos materialismos, quienes ponen en crisis la epistemología moderna, basada en un binarismo entre lo humano y lo no-humano, entre lo que se considera vivo y lo inerte, y nos proponen, en cambio, considerar a los materiales no humanos como seres vivos, actantes -en términos de Bruno Latour- con quienes se puede conversar. En este sentido, Jens Andermann (2018) propone pensar el fin del paisaje, ya que este concepto presupone una “objetivación del mundo, espiritualización del sujeto observador”. Si la división entre o entre el sujeto/objeto, actividad/pasividad entran en crisis, también lo hace el paisaje, tal como se lo ha entendido desde la cultura occidental.

 

En los audiovisuales que hemos elegido cobran especial protagonismo ciertos rasgos materiales del territorio: en la obra híbrida Los muertos dos (2016) de Manque la Banca se registran los espacios al borde del paisaje turístico de la ciudad de Bariloche, con sus escombros y sus desechos. Y en el documental Puyehue (2011) de Bruno Stecconi y Victoria Sayago, las protagonistas son las cenizas provocadas por la explosión del volcán Puyehue, que generó un desastre socio-natural en la región de la norpatagonia argentina en el año 2011. Buscaremos pensar la relación de estas dos películas con un cambio acontecido en el imaginario estético contemporáneo, que, según proponen las investigadoras Paola Cortés Rocca y Luz Horne, es denominado la “imaginación material” (2021).
Una gramática del norte: filmar desde Salta.
Authors: D'Alessandro Natalia
Published: December 2023

En este artículo, observaré dos mecanismos omnipresentes en la cinematografía de Lucrecia Martel. En primer lugar, analizaré en la película La ciénagauna urgencia política de indagar en los microespacios, a través de una mirada obsesiva, mecanismo que considero atraviesa su proyecto de un extremo a otro. En segundo lugar, analizaré en el cortometraje Nueva Argirópolislo que llamo un cine oral, es decir, un cine con una preeminencia total de la oralidad y la voz. Martel postula en sus películas una política de las voces, que ha situado específicamente como “una gramática del norte”, justificando claramente la colocación del “habla salteña frente a la devaluación de la palabra”.

Como ampliaré en este artículo, propongo que esta política de las voceses el mecanismo de ruptura más radical con un cine anterior, y, al mismo tiempo, es la operación que convierte definitivamente al cine de Martel en un proyecto que trae consigo un gesto descentralizador en el campo cultural argentino. En este sentido, hay una decisión política clave que atraviesa sus films como marco de operación general y que analizaré en detalle: filmar desdeSalta. Considero que el proyecto cinematográfico de Martel diseña nuevos recorridos provinciales para el cine argentino y trabaja desde espacios y perspectivas excepcionalmente indagados dentro de una tradición cinematográfica nacional. Además, en su “filmar desde Salta” investiga conflictos localizados que no habían sido observados nunca desde una óptica cinematográfica, sin conformarse con visiones simplificadoras de determinadas cartografías.
Yeni Nesil T.C. İnkılâp Tarihi ve Atatürkçülük Sorularına İlişkin Tutum Ölçeği Geliştirme Çalışması
Authors: PALAZ Tevfik , KILCAN Bahadır , BİRBUDAK Togay Seçkin
Published: December 2023

Gelişmekte olan ülkeler hemen her alanda olduğu gibi eğitimsel alandaki yaşadıkları değişimi de dünyadaki gelişmiş ülkelerin eğitim sistemlerini temel alarak gerçekleştirmektedir. Bu durum ülkelerin eğitim sistemlerini gözden geçirmelerine, sistemlerinde güncellemelere ya da çeşitli değişimlere kapı aralamaktadır. Bu bağlamda Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı 2018 yılından itibaren LGS sınavında yer alacak soru tarzlarını güncelleyerek öğrencilerin gerçek hayatlarında kullanabilecekleri becerileri ölçebilecek tarzda yeni nesil soruların ilgili sınavda yer almasına karar vermiştir. Bu sınavda güncellenen yeni nesil soru türlerinden birisi de T.C. İnkılâp Tarihi ve Atatürkçülük sorulardır. Yeni nesil T.C. İnkılâp Tarihi ve Atatürkçülük sorularına ilişkin ilgili öğrencilerin tutumlarını belirlemede kullanılabilecek ölçek geliştirmek amacıyla ortaya konan bu çalışmanın verileri 2021-2022 eğitim öğretim yılının bahar döneminde Ankara ili merkez ilçelerinde bulunan ortaokulların yedinci ve sekizinci sınıflarında öğrenim gören 157 öğrencilerden elde edilmiştir. Toplanan veriler doğrultusunda gerçekleştirilen analizler sonucunda; ölçeğin madde toplam korelasyon katsayılarının kabul edilebilir seviyede olduğu ve tüm maddelerin istatistiksel olarak anlamlılık gösterdiği saptanmıştır. Ayrıca yapılan açımlayıcı faktör analizi sonucunda ise ölçek maddelerinin üç boyut altında toplandığı görülmüştür. Öte yandan ölçeğin geneline yönelik saptanan güvenirlik katsayısı ile geçerliğine ilişkin veriler göz önünde bulundurulduğunda ölçme aracının ortaokul öğrencilerinin yeni nesil T.C. İnkılâp Tarihi ve Atatürkçülük sorularına yönelik tutumlarını ortaya koymada kullanılabilecek bir ölçme aracı olduğu söylenebilir.
Review on Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hand Wash
Authors: Rajlaxmi Deolekar  , Toufik Mulani  , Bilal Sufi
Published: December 2023

Herbal medicine has a significant historical use, and this certainly applies to many products used as traditional herbs. The hands of health workers are the main sources of transmission of infection to patients. Therefore, the use of antiseptics for hand washing is increased. Herb medicines are used in many ways, including fever, diarrhea, cough, influenza, etc. The current research therefore focuses on hand washing gels made of Neem (Azadirachta indica) and Citrus Limon (L.), which include the methanol extract of lemon juice, glycerine and diluted with sufficient amounts of distilled water. Hand washing is analysed using various parameters such as colour, smell, pH, viscosity, etc. The results showed that herbal hand washing formulas are more effective in reducing the number of organisms on the hands than commercial anti-septic hand washing gels and can therefore be used as hand washing gels without side effects
A Review on Liposomes – A Novel Drug Delivery System
Authors: Ashwini Ashtankar  , M. Bilal Sufi  , Rajlaxmi Deolekar  , Dipali Katare
Published: December 2023

The Greek word "liposome" means "fat" and "soma" means body. Liposomes are sphere- shaped vesicles made of cholesterol and phospholipids. Its hydrophobic and lipophilic nature makes it a very promising mechanism for the delivery of medications. The goal of the new method of drug delivery is to target the drug directly at the active site. However, the application and development of these products remain challenging because of the costly and time-consuming processes involved in their creation and production. Therefore, in order to overcome these obstacles, further research and development are needed
Application of Electrical Resistivity Method to Decipher Groundwater Occurrence Status at Isikuku, Southern Nigeria
Authors: C.C. Onukwusi , P. Bassey , T.A. Ekeahenhen
Published: December 2023

Electrical resistivity method is a type of geophysical survey employed for groundwater investigation, conducted in Isikuku Community in Benin City, Edo state with the aim of delineating groundwater occurrence. Schlumberger electrode array configuration was employed in this study. Six (6) VES points were surveyed with linearised inversion technique used for the interpretation of sounding taken at various locations in the area. The data collected were interpreted by curved matching and computer iteration using Interpex Ix1D v 2 software. From the geoelectric section, VES 1 possess the AK curve with four layers ρ1˂ρ2˂ρ3˃ρ4, VES 2 possess the KQ curve with four layers ρ1˂ρ2˃ρ3˃ρ4, VES 3 possess the A curve with three layers ρ1˂ρ2˂ρ3, VES 4 possess the AK curve with four layers ρ1˂ρ2˂ρ3˃ρ4, VES 5 possess the A curve with three layers ρ1˂ρ2˂ρ3, VES 6 possess the K curve with three layers ρ1˂ρ2˃ρ3. Geo-electrical layers identified in the study area included topsoil, sandy clay, clay basement and sandstone. The VES study revealed the layer which constitute the productive water-bearing zones referred to as good groundwater potential aquifers. The analysis of the interpretation of the field data showed that the area under investigation delineated four layers earth in each of the vertical electrical sounding point. Generally, the geoelectric survey conducted in the study area revealed the subsurface lithologies: Clay, Clayey Sandstone, Sand stone, Coarse Sand, Lateritic soil and Top soil. Thus, vertical electrical sounding techniques employed in this study has proved useful and successful in delineating subsurface lithology in the study area.
Determination of Tissue Phantom Ratios of High Energy Photon Beams Using Monte Carlo Code
Authors: A.Z Ibitoye , M.B Adedokun , I.K Ogungbemi
Published: December 2023

Monte Carlo codes are veritable tools in radiotherapy to understand the transport mechanism, dose distributions, and energy depositions of ionizing radiations traversing in different media. In some beam calibration protocols, a tissue-phantom-ratio at depths 20 cm and 10 cm (TPR20,10) in a phantom is used to determine the beam-quality conversion factor for different ion chambers. Thus, this study aims to evaluate the efficiency of Monte Carlo code in the determination of beam quality of high radiation energy beams similar to what is expected in clinical settings. Electron Gamma Shower National Research Council in Canada (EGSnrc) Monte Carlo Code was used to design complex ion chamber geometries according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Phase space files were used as x-ray beam radiation sources. Two set-ups (SAD and SSD) methods were used for the determination of TPR20,10 to conform to the accepted clinical procedures. Beam collimation was 10 cm by 10 cm field size with an ionization chamber placed at 20 cm and 10 cm in the water phantom to obtain doses at two points respectively. The TPR20,10 of each energy was obtained using the appropriate equations. The obtained results showed no significant difference between the measured and available TPR 20,10 data (p = 0.995). Ion chamber configurations and specifications were also found not to have a significant effect (p = 0.33) on the TPR 20,10 obtained values. The results obtained in this study are in agreement with the recommended standard values. The findings of this study show that the Monte Carlo codes can be used as a tool in determining x-ray beam quality indices of designed clinical linear accelerator (Linac) machines.
Enhancing Counseling Services in Secondary Schools Through the Implementation of Training Modules and Counseling Materials for Peer Counselors
Authors: Fitriyah Lailatul
Published: December 2023

The implementation of this community service aims to address issues in counseling services in remote secondary schools, resulting from the lack of counselors with a background in counseling education. Counselors often play the role of subject teachers, leading to suboptimal counseling implementation, causing students in need of psychosocial assistance to receive inadequate services. The form of community service utilized combines Service Learning and Community-Based Participatory approaches. Lecturers and students actively engage in developing and implementing training modules and counseling materials for adolescent peer counselors. Meanwhile, the community, particularly secondary schools and peer counselors, are invited to participate in designing and adapting modules to fit the local context and needs. The solution derived from this community service is the development of relevant and effective training modules and counseling materials to enhance the competence of peer counselors in providing support and counseling to their peers. With the existence of these modules, it is anticipated that counseling services in remote secondary schools can be improved, ensuring that students in need of psychosocial assistance are better served. In conclusion, the implementation of this community service combines the Service Learning and Community-Based Participatory approaches to address issues in counseling services in remote secondary schools. The development of training modules and counseling materials emerges as a relevant and effective solution to enhance the quality of counseling services, involving the community as partners in the decision-making process and service implementation. It is expected that this community service will have a positive impact in assisting adolescents in overcoming issues and increasing awareness and social support within the school environment.

Keywords: Counseling Services, Peer Counseling, Training Modules, Counseling Materials
Pengaruh Kualitas Layanan, Fasilitas dan Lokasi terhadap Keputusan Menginap Tamu di Pade Hotel Aceh Besar
Authors: Mella Reckyanto , Hulu Meitolo
Published: December 2023

The number of visits is decreasing because in addition to the impact of the pandemic, but visitors' interest in staying at the Pade Hotel Aceh has also decreased. Friendly and responsive service can increase guest satisfaction. Location is a key factor influencing stay decisions, while hotel facilities also play an important role in determining customer comfort and satisfaction. This study aims to identify the effect of service quality, facilities, and location on stay decisions at the Pade Hotel Aceh. There were 100 respondents in this study where participants included all visitors who stayed at Pade Hotel Aceh. The results showed a significant influence of Service Quality and Location on visitors' Staying Decisions. Meanwhile, the Facility factor proved to have no significant effect on the Staying Decision. The measurement of the representation of this research variable is 66.2% so it is necessary to consider other additional factors related that can influence visitors' decisions to stay.

Keywords: Service Quality, Stay Decision, Service Quality Facilities
Relationship between ecological, economic, conflict, socio-cultural factors and enrolment of girls in rural public primary schools in Samburu County, Kenya
Authors: Lanyasunya Ropilo , Ngala Frederick B J A , Tikoko Betty Talai
Published: December 2023

This study sought to address the persistent low enrolment of girls in rural public primary schools in Samburu County, Kenya. The study targeted all 136 female teachers in rural public primary schools who were interviewed using questionnaires and purposively selected 27 head teachers whose responses were obtained using interview schedules. In the first test (Ho1), the researcher investigated the connection between ecological factors and the enrolment of girls in Samburu County. The Pearson Correlation Coefficient revealed a statistically significant negative correlation of -0.429 with a p-value (Sig.) of 0.025. The second test (Ho2) examined the relationship between economic factors and girls' enrolment in Samburu County. With respect to the Ho3 test, the Pearson Correlation Coefficient revealed a significant negative correlation of -0.537, with a low p-value (Sig.) of 0.005, indicating significance at the 5 per cent level. This similarly indicates that higher levels of inter-group conflict factors are linked to a reduction in girls' enrolment in the region. Pearson Correlation for Ho4 of Socio-cultural factors yielded a value of -.503. The significance level is 0.004, less than the .05 p-value. In a nutshell, all the null hypotheses have been rejected. The study recommends a holistic approach to enhance girls' education in Samburu County. This behoves educational planners, including raising public awareness about the importance of girls' education and challenging traditional beliefs, increasing the presence of female teachers, and addressing economic barriers. Infrastructure improvements, transportation, and safety measures are essential, along with resolving water scarcity issues and expanding access to education in rural areas.
Investigation of the performance of (4-(3-iodobenzo[b]thiophen-2-yl)-N,N-dimethyllaniline as an anode catalyst for glucose electrooxidation
Authors: ÖZOK Ömrüye , KAYA Şefika , ÇAĞLAR Aykut , DEMİR KIVRAK Hilal , KIVRAK Arif
Published: December 2023

In this study (4-(3-iodobenzo[b]thiophen-2-yl)-N,N-dimethyllaniline (4), Sonagashira Coupling Reaction was synthesized using Electrophilic Cyclization Reactions. Then, the anode catalyst performance for glucose electrooxidation was investigated. The electrocatalytic activities of the organic catalyst were investigated by CV, CA and EIS measurements in 1 M KOH + 0.5 M C6H12O6 solution. Interestingly, electrochemical depositing on organic catalyst by Pd metal increased the specific activity, and it was calculated as 0.61 mA/cm2 Consequently, Pd@4 catalyst will be used as an electrocatalyst with high specific and stability and low charge transfer activity.
Oclusa e moderna: a poética feminista de Alfonsina Storni em “Você me quer branca”
Authors: Borda Mariana
Published: December 2023

O envolvimento de Alfonsina Storni (1892-1938) com a luta feminista na Argentina do início do XX foi transposto para uma lírica imagética e combativa. Assim, o artigo analisa o poema “Você me quer branca” (1918). Ao desenvolver sobre o desejo do homem pela pureza sexual da mulher, Alfonsina questiona a moralidade patriarcal da Argentina. O presente estudo reflete sobre a recepção de sua obra, conforme os escritos de Jorge Luis Borges (2010; 2011), bem como sobre a perspectiva feminista da autora, de acordo com Beatriz Sarlo (2003), Ana Cristina Cesar (2016) e Karine de Rocha Oliveira (2009).
Evaluation of Termite Hill as Refractory Material for High Temperature Applications
Authors: Omowumi. Engr. Dr. OLUSOLA Emmanuel , Akinbolaji Engr Dr. AKINTUNLAJI Olusola , Oluwasehun Engr. Dr. OLADAPO Samuel
Published: December 2023

Evaluation of termite hill as refractory material for high temperature applications has been successfully carried out as an effort to meet the present demand in our foundry, steel and metallurgical industries and future development of other industries. The level of exploitation and degree of development of the resources is also likely to continue to play a central role in economic wellbeing of the nation in future. Therefore, the need to carry out investigation on the evaluation of termite hill as refractory material for high temperature applications is highly essential. The samples were collected from five different points of the termite hill deposits in and around the Niger State Polytechnic, Zungeru and were marked for investigation. The samples were homogenized to obtain representative sample using cone and quartering technique and were then subjected to tests to determine the refractory properties and quality of the termite hill clay sample. The physical Appearance of the Termite Hill clay sample before firing was brown. The following tests were carried out in order to determine the properties of the clay before its use for brick making for furnace lining. The tests include plasticity, moisture content, shrinkage, porosity, (Apparent porosity), permeability, refractoriness density, nitrification, water absorption, and chemical composition analysis. This paper presents some results of the investigation carried out on the refractory properties of sample obtained from the Termite hill clay sample. The sample revealed the following properties: Moisture contents (7%); Fired shrinkage at 1100oc (9.18%); Thermal shock Resistance at 900oc (15); apparent porosity at 1100oc (22%); Plasticity (40%) and Water absorption (37.64%). Others are Solid density (3.33g/cm3); bulk density (1.948g/cm3), specific gravity (2.81), permeability (80.4), and refractoriness (1200oc). The chemical analysis of the clay sample revealed a fairly high proportion of silica and alumina contents. Therefore, the clay sample could be classified as Alumino-silicate or fire clay group. The refractoriness of the brick produced based on the available furnace used revealed that the brick was quite capable of withstanding temperature range of as high as 1200oc – 1500oc. With the result obtained from this investigation, the termite hill clay sample is a suitable material capable of being used for bricks making for applications in furnace lining and metallurgical industries.