bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Revealing the Environmental Characteristics of Towns in the Middle Himalayas Using a Geographic Information System and Self-Organizing Map
Authors: Kan Aike , Xiang Qing , Yang Xiao , Xu Huiseng , Yu Xiaoxiang , Huang Hong
Published: October 2023

Through long-term interactions with the natural environment, the ethnic groups in the mid-Himalayas have formed unique urban environmental characteristics. Effectively identifying urban environmental characteristics is a prerequisite for implementing sustainable urban management strategies. This study took 194 towns in the mid-Himalayan as the research objects. GIS was used to statistically analyze the terrain, climate, soil, and other environmental characteristics of the towns. The SOM (Self-organizing map) method was used to classify the comprehensive environmental characteristics of the towns. The results show that the main urban environmental characteristics in this area are low-altitude towns account for a large proportion, gentle-slope towns account for a small proportion, rainfall is mainly 125–265 mm, vegetation cover is dominated by high-coverage towns, mainly distributed in central and southern parts, the soil is dominated by embryonic soil and alluvial soil. The SOM method overcomes the subjectivity and low degree of automation in traditional research on urban environmental characteristics using threshold indicator methods or feature interpretation methods. Based on environmental characteristics, the towns were divided into six categories, and the classification results showed a distinct north–south zonal distribution pattern. There were significant differences in the environmental characteristics of towns in different clusters, such as the towns in cluster 5 had high altitudes, low rainfall, and low vegetation coverage, while the towns in cluster 2 had low altitudes, high rainfall, and high vegetation coverage. Finally, based on the SOM clustering results, governance strategies were proposed for towns in different clusters to cope with climate and environmental changes and promote sustainable development in the mid-Himalayan.
Proposal for Mediative Fuzzy Control: From Type-1 to Type-3
Authors: Castillo Oscar , Melin Patricia
Published: October 2023

This paper presents an initial proposal for the utilization of mediative fuzzy logic in control problems. Mediative fuzzy logic (MFL) was originally proposed with the idea of modeling situations in which there exists contradictory knowledge among several experts in an application domain. In this situation, a mediative solution may be a better choice in this particular decision-making situation. In this paper, we are extending the concept of fuzzy control to the realm of MFL for situations in which we have two or more control experts, and the design of the fuzzy controller has to be based on their knowledge. In this situation, we are taking advantage of the symmetrical nature of membership functions in reducing the complexity of designing the fuzzy controllers. The goal of this study was to improve control results by combining the knowledge of several experts, which MFL is aimed at executing. The initial architecture of mediative fuzzy control for type-1 fuzzy logic is presented, and an illustrative example is used to better comprehend the proposed approach. Later, we extend type-1 MFL to the realms of type-2 and type-3 fuzzy logic, and we also provide a comparative study that exhibits that the type-3 version surpasses the type-2 and type-1 versions of mediative fuzzy control. The idea of utilizing type-2 and type-3 is to improve the capabilities of the fuzzy controller in handling uncertainty coming from noise in the control process.
Complexity Theory in Biology and Technology: Broken Symmetries and Emergence
Authors: Ellis George F. R. , Di Sia Paolo
Published: October 2023

This paper discusses complexity theory, that is, the many theories that have been proposed for emergence of complexity from the underlying physics. Our aim is to identify which aspects have turned out to be the more fundamental ones as regards the emergence of biology, engineering, and digital computing, as opposed to those that are in fact more peripheral in these contexts. In the cases we consider, complexity arises via adaptive modular hierarchical structures that are open systems involving broken symmetries. Each emergent level is causally effective because of the meshing together of upwards and downwards causation that takes place consistently with the underlying physics. Various physical constraints limit the outcomes that can be achieved. The underlying issue concerns the origin of consciousness and agency given the basis of life in physics, which is structured starting from symmetries and variational principles with no trace of agency. A possible solution is to admit that consciousness is an irreducible emergent property of matter.
Predicting the Use of Chatbots for Consumer Channel Selection in Multichannel Environments: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Oncioiu Ionica
Published: October 2023

Online consumers are increasingly looking for more convenient ways to purchase products and services, and chatbots are becoming increasingly popular in multichannel environments due to their ability to provide an efficient service. In this context, managing digital complexity with the help of artificial intelligence and supporting decisions in a multichannel context is an appealing perspective for the retailer, who must find the right strategy to win and keep customers online. The present empirical study aims to better understand consumer behaviour in the multichannel environment in the context of four categories of products and services (retail banking, mobile communications, fashion, and consumer electronics) from the perspective of identifying determinants of channel selection when the consumer uses chatbots. Data were collected from 936 respondents with multichannel retail experience to conduct an empirical investigation on social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram; these data were then analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). We found that the online consumer’s multichannel behaviour was not only a reality in the field of broad purchasing decisions but already a norm, and consumers had good reasons to use more channels in the context of chatbots. Research results suggest that chatbots can represent a decision-making aid for managers in retail companies who want to develop an efficient and optimal logistics service strategy in multichannel environments.
Severe and Fatal Fentanyl Poisonings from Transdermal Systems after On-Skin and Ingestion Application
Authors: Sommerfeld-Klatta Karina , Jiers Wiktoria , Łukasik-Głębocka Magdalena , Tezyk Artur , Dolińska-Kaczmarek Klaudia , Walter Kamil , Świderski Paweł , Rzepczyk Szymon , Zielińska-Psuja Barbara , Żaba Czesław
Published: October 2023

In recent years, the administration of fentanyl (FNTL) implicitly in transdermal drug delivery systems (TDDS) has vastly increased in chronic pain treatment. Non-medical and uncontrolled use of FNTL in TFDS (transdermal fentanyl delivery systems) may reveal toxic effects by the route of exposure, dermal or alternative, by ingestion of patches, and drug release in the stomach. The purpose of this study was to present three different cases of FNTL poisonings, two of which resulted in death due to TFDS abuse. The first case is a 66-year-old woman treated for accidental FTNL poisoning resulting in acute respiratory distress syndrome. Two remaining cases are a 31-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man who died as a result of FNTL overdose after on-skin and ingestion application of the drug patches. During the hospitalization of the 66-year-old patient, in blood samples, FNTL was confirmed at a concentration of 10.0 ng/mL. Tests run on blood taken from the corpses of 25- and 31-year-old patients exhibited FNTL presence in concentrations of 29.1 ng/mL and 38.7 ng/mL, respectively. The various routes of administration and ultimately toxic effects are important to present because, in TDDS, fentanyl can be a reason for severe to fatal poisoning, as shown by the three cases above.
Identification and Analysis of a Four-Gene Set for Diagnosing SFTS Virus Infection Based on Machine Learning Methods and Its Association with Immune Cell Infiltration
Authors: Huang Tao , Wang Xueqi , Mi Yuqian , Liu Tiezhu , Li Yang , Zhang Ruixue , Qian Zhen , Wen Yanhan , Li Boyang , Sun Lina , Wu Wei , Li Jiandong , Wang Shiwen , Liang Mifang
Published: October 2023

Severe Fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) is a highly fatal viral infectious disease that poses a significant threat to public health. Currently, the phase and pathogenesis of SFTS are not well understood, and there are no specific vaccines or effective treatment available. Therefore, it is crucial to identify biomarkers for diagnosing acute SFTS, which has a high mortality rate. In this study, we conducted differentially expressed genes (DEGs) analysis and WGCNA module analysis on the GSE144358 dataset, comparing the acute phase of SFTSV-infected patients with healthy individuals. Through the LASSO–Cox and random forest algorithms, a total of 2128 genes were analyzed, leading to the identification of four genes: ADIPOR1, CENPO, E2F2, and H2AC17. The GSEA analysis of these four genes demonstrated a significant correlation with immune cell function and cell cycle, aligning with the functional enrichment findings of DEGs. Furthermore, we also utilized CIBERSORT to analyze the immune cell infiltration and its correlation with characteristic genes. The results indicate that the combination of ADIPOR1, CENPO, E2F2, and H2AC17 genes has the potential as characteristic genes for diagnosing and studying the acute phase of SFTS virus (SFTSV) infection.
Genetic Diversity of Domestic Cat Hepadnavirus in Southern Taiwan
Authors: Silva Benji Brayan Ilagan , Chen Jin-Yang , Villanueva Brian Harvey Avanceña , Lu Zi-Ying , Hsing Hua-Zhen , Montecillo Andrew D. , Shofa Maya , Minh Hoang , Chuang Jen-Pin , Huang Huai-Ying , Saito Akatsuki , Chuang Kuo-Pin
Published: October 2023

Domestic cat hepadnavirus (DCH) is an infectious disease associated with chronic hepatitis in cats, which suggests a similarity with hepatitis B virus infections in humans. Since its first identification in Australia in 2018, DCH has been reported in several countries with varying prevalence rates, but its presence in Taiwan has yet to be investigated. In this study, we aimed to identify the presence and genetic diversity of DCH infections in Taiwan. Among the 71 samples tested, eight (11.27%) were positive for DCH. Of these positive cases, three cats had elevated levels of alanine transaminase (ALT) and aspartate transaminase (AST), suggesting an association between DCH infection and chronic hepatitis. Four DCH-positive samples were also tested for feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV) coinfection. One sample (25%) was positive for FIV, whereas there was no positive sample for FeLV (0%). In addition, we performed whole genome sequencing on six samples to determine the viral genome sequences. Phylogenetic analyses identified a distinct lineage compared with previously reported sequences. This study highlights the importance of continuous surveillance of DCH and further research to elucidate the pathophysiology and transmission route of DCH.
The XVIII International Parvovirus Workshop Rimini, Italy, 14–17 June 2022
Authors: Gallinella Giorgio , Marchini Antonio
Published: October 2023

The XVIII International Parvovirus Workshop took place in Rimini, Italy, from 14 to 17 June 2022 as an on-site event, continuing the series of meetings started in 1985 and continuously held every two years. The communications dealt with all aspects of research in the field, from evolution and structure to receptors, from replication to trafficking, from virus–host interactions to clinical and veterinarian virology, including translational issues related to viral vectors, gene therapy and oncolytic parvoviruses. The oral communications were complemented by a poster exhibition available for view and discussion during the whole meeting. The XVIII International Parvovirus Workshop was dedicated to the memory of our dearest colleague Mavis Agbandje-McKenna (1963–2021).
Trust in Physicians in the Context of HPV Vaccination of Children from the Perspective of Social Exchange Theory: A Representative Study of Polish Parents
Authors: Sobierajski Tomasz , Rzymski Piotr , Małecka Ilona , Augustynowicz Ewa
Published: October 2023

The vaccination of children against human papillomavirus (HPV) effectively prevents HPV infection and HPV-related cancers in women and men. However, HPV vaccination programs are met with vaccine hesitancy, which varies between countries. The coverage in Poland is low, although introducing nationally funded HPV vaccination for girls aged 12–13 in mid-2023 may increase it. The uptake of the HPV vaccine in adolescents is highly affected by parental decisions, which in turn can be influenced by interactions with the physician. The present representative study aimed to analyze the acceptance of the HPV vaccine among Polish parents (n = 360) and the level of trust in HPV vaccination in the pediatrician/general practitioner who takes care of their children aged 9–15 years. The data were gathered in September 2022 using computer-assisted telephone interviews. Most surveyed parents reported trusting their child’s physician regarding vaccine recommendations (89.2%) and vaccinated their child with all or most of the vaccines recommended by a national vaccination guideline (94.7%). However, 13.3% declared themselves as moderate or strong vaccine opponents, a group characterized by high (83.4%) distrust in physicians. There was no difference in the awareness of HPV in groups varying in trusting the physicians, but parents who trusted them were more frequently aware of the HPV vaccine. Parental willingness to vaccinate their child against HPV was highly differentiated by the level of trust in the child’s physician. The results highlight that trust in physicians is a critical factor shaping decisions for children’s vaccination, stressing a continuous need to improve strategies to communicate with patients.
Assessing the Water–Energy–Food Nexus and Resource Sustainability in the Ardabil Plain: A System Dynamics and HWA Approach
Authors: Javan Kazem , Altaee Ali , Darestani Mariam , Mirabi Mehrdad , Azadmanesh Farshad , Zhou John L. , Hosseini Hanieh
Published: October 2023

Ardabil Plain, which holds significant political and economic importance in agricultural production in Iran, has faced various challenges including climate change, economic sanctions, and limited access to global trade. Ensuring food security has become a key priority for the region. The main objective of this research is to identify a suitable crop for this critical region with regard to future climate change conditions. This study employs a new framework of the system dynamics model (SDM) and the Hybrid Weighted Averaging (HWA) method to assess the Water–Energy–Food (WEF) nexus and resource sustainability in the Ardabil Plain under different climate change scenarios (RCP 2.6, RCP 4.5, and RCP 8.5). The research addresses current and future water challenges, emphasizing the need for additional energy and selecting optimal crops. Using the SDM, the study analyzes the impact of water supply fluctuations on agriculture, economic gain, and energy consumption from 2021 to 2050. The results indicate that barley is the most suitable crop for the Ardabil Plain in the near future, based on the overall ranking derived from the HWA method, which is as follows: barley > wheat > soybeans > potatoes > pears. The study highlights the significant challenges in energy supply for agriculture due to declining water levels and the increased force required by pumps to supply water to farms. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to make informed decisions in addressing water scarcity and rising energy demands in the Ardabil Plain.
MILITARY STYLE DESIGN AND ITS IMPACT ON HUMAN SELF-REALISATION
Authors: Vereshchahin Oleh
Published: October 2023

The statement of basic materials. Military style design can evoke feelings of power, authority, and discipline, as well as detachment, conformity, and violence. In this context, the role of the military component in modern Ukrainian society is justified. It is urgent to study the critical and ethical understanding of the use of design in military style and its potential consequences for human identity and well-being, taking into account historical and contemporary examples, as well as the diverse contexts in which it is applied.
FORMATION OF THE PURPOSE, GOALS, OBJECTIVES OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES OF PRESCHOOL EDUCATION INSTITUTION, ASSESSMENT OF THEIR QUALITY: MODIFICATION OF SMART CRITERIA
Authors: Lutsenko Iryna
Published: October 2023

The statement of basic materials. The necessity of determining the purpose of educational activity of preschool education institution for the year is substantiated, a typical example of determining the tasks for the year by an educational institution is analyzed. The SMART criteria have been modified. The version of SMART criteria proposed by the author includes the following: relevance, measurability, coherence, environmental friendliness, hierarchy, specificity, realism, relevance, executive, and time.
METHODOLOGICAL RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE USE OF SERVICES OF OPEN SCIENCE CLOUD-ORIENTED SYSTEMS IN THE PROCESS OF TRAINING TEACHERS OF NATURAL AND MATHEMATICAL SUBJECTS TO WORK IN SCIENTIFIC LYCEUMS
Authors: Luparenko Liliia
Published: October 2023

The statement of basic materials. The open science cloud-oriented systems allow solving a wide range of tasks in the course of scientific research, supporting joint work, collaboration, cooperation, high standards of transparency and openness, search for new information and presentation of scientific results. The article deals with the recommendations for the use of a separate group of services of OSCOS – scientometric and abstract databases. The training for improving the qualifications of teachers is described and practical tasks are offered.
Protótipo de indutor EI: dimensionamento, implementação e análises
Authors: Muniz Giselle Francine Brito , Miranda Bruno Moura dos Santos , De Carvalho Gabriel Nascimento , Pereira Lukas Luan Florencio , Brito Ana Carolina Dias , Caires Leonardo Souza
Published: October 2023

Neste artigo será abordado o dimensionamento, construção e análise de um indutor do tipo EI. Foram realizados estudos teóricos abrangendo indutores, sua operação, componentes e modelo equivalente. Após a montagem do protótipo, foram conduzidos testes e ensaios laboratoriais para verificar o funcionamento adequado do indutor. Em seguida, realizadas análises e discussões sobre os resultados obtidos experimentalmente. Por fim, apresentou-se as conclusões pertinentes, comprovando o funcionamento do indutor, ainda que com um número de espiras maior que o dimensionamento.
Bem-estar animal na equinocultura - Jaru/RO
Authors: Caciano Angela Cristina Ferraz , Lopes Elãine Pereira , Da Silva Ana de Paula Leite , Souza Ana Paula de Amorim , Chagas Ronaldo Santos , Da Silva Leonardo Rosa , Bromerschenkel Ingrid
Published: October 2023

O bem-estar animal está baseado em cinco pilares básicos, onde os animais devem ser livres de fome e sede; livre de desconforto; livre de dor, lesões ou doenças; livre para expressar os seus comportamentos normais; livre de medo e aflição. Essa prática é de suma importância, pois proporciona melhores condições de vida e saúde aos animais, sejam eles de serviço, passeio, esporte entre outros. Os respectivos pilares auxiliam nas tomadas de decisões e planejamento ao se pensar em possuir um animal, e ao entender a importância de se preservar pelo seu bem-estar, na qual as práticas de manejo adequadas amparam na boa condução de um alto desempenho, e lucratividade do produtor, visto que se atendidos esses pilares ele tem maior retorno financeiro e um animal saudável e menos estressado. Além disso, um animal em instalações apropriadas, com sua saúde e status funcional positivo, tende a ter maior tranquilidade e equilíbrio mental, menor desgaste energético para sua mantença e melhor aproveitamento dos nutrientes oferecidos em sua alimentação. O presente trabalho tem como intuito, apresentar fatores importantes acerca do bem-estar animal na equinocultura.
Preliminary Findings of the Needs Perceived and Expectations of Users of an Independent Learning Centre Survey in Hong Kong: What do They Tell Us?
Authors: Chao Felix , Loong Yvonne , Siu Ocean , Wong Sharon , Chan Parker
Published: October 2023

The Independent Learning Centre (ILC) has a long history in the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).  Being unique in many ways, both within the university and in Hong Kong as an independent support unit on campus, we support all students, namely undergrads and postgrads, in their academic pursuit, career preparation, as well as whole-person and global awareness development through non-formal education.  In other words, the ILC does not touch students’ grade point average (GPA) directly, but has an undeniable and direct impact on CUHK students’ learning experiences and well-being by complementing their formal education and supporting their language and communication skills both in English and Chinese in the context of Hong Kong.  We offer both academic and work-related workshops (2 hours long), conduct individual and group consultations, and we develop online learning resources on our own or in collaboration with colleagues from other units such as the University Library, and the Office of Student Affairs to address students’ diverse learning needs.  Evaluation of our services and resources is conducted after every student encounter face-to-face, and through the online means.  In general, students are very satisfied with what we have been offering, and think our Centre is an important piece of puzzle in their learning jigsaw. But despite this, no formal survey on students’ views about independent learning has been conducted since our inception.  The ILC, therefore, conducted our very first survey in 2022 among all students in the CUHK on their perception of the learning needs, and their expectations of independent learning support that the university should provide in face of the challenges, both local and global, ahead of them.  Our paper will present both our quantitative and qualitative survey results, students’ comments, as well as the implications for a centre like ours, and other similar centres in the region and across the world.
Redesigning Professional Development on Digital Transformation Using Andragogy as a Theoretical Lens
Authors: Bergkvist Linda , Ahlin Karin , Humble Niklas , Mozelius Peter , Johansson John
Published: October 2023

Regarding the ongoing digitalisation in the knowledge society, professional development seems more crucial than ever. The need for upskilling and reskilling is described as continuous lifelong learning, which must be combined and synchronised with the life of full-time working learners. Content, pedagogical models and instructional design in university courses are often created for students in Bachelor's and Master's programs instead of tailored for adults working full-time. This study describes and discusses andragogy as a potential knowledge base for redesigning professional development courses on digital transformation. Evaluations from two instances of a course for professionals on digital transformation showed that the course participants overall are satisfied with the course. However, only a few course participants take the exam to get credits. Therefore, the research question that guided this study was, "What redesign options for increased pass rates and learner satisfaction in professional development for adult learners can be identified using andragogy as a theoretical lens?" The course is on distance and contains four modules with synchronous and asynchronous learning activities, resulting in five European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). The empirical material consisted of course participants' check-in presentation before the course started, mid-term evaluation, final evaluations, and a learning diary containing 58 entries. The data was deductively analysed using the theory of andragogy as an analytical lens. The findings imply that instructors should put effort into how different parts of the course are connected, supporting learners' need to know. Further, to enhance the course participants' prior experience as a resource for learning by adding learning activities, they exchange experiences and examples with each other, adding to their learning process and networking. The pedagogic parts of understanding the theoretical course material could be split into pieces through exercises where the participants apply conceptual models and concepts to real-situation problems. The learning diary could help the participants align the new knowledge with their prior knowledge with a focus on professional roles and work situations. The identified redesign options create opportunities to increase pedagogical parts like readiness, orientation, and motivation to learn according to the current higher education system.
Assessment of Academic ESL Writing in an Online Tutorial for Graduate Students
Authors: Li Zhi , Makarova Veronika , Wang Zhengxiang
Published: October 2023

English-as-a-second language (L2) graduate students often face challenges in developing academic writing skills, which can be exacerbated by a lack of timely support at institutional level. To help address this concern, an original set of online academic writing tutorials with a focus on the genre of Literature Review was designed by the authors to assist international graduate students enrolled in graduate programs in Canada. This paper introduces and compares multiple assessment tools employed in the online tutorial set for international English L2 graduate students. Our project pursues two major goals: First, to address the above-identified gap in Academic Writing support to English L2 graduate students with minimal costs and faculty involvement through designing the online tutorial set; second, to contribute to the research on e-learning of Academic English as a second language (ESL) writing in terms of developing integrated tools for online tutorial building, analysis of texts produced by learners, and assessment of learners’ writing progress. The research questions are: 1. What resources can be combined to develop an online tutorial set for graduate students at minimal costs?  2. How can the learners’ progress in academic ESL writing be assessed with different assessment tools? First, the paper describes the tools employed in the tutorial construction: MoodleCloud platform, H5P interactive e-book designed by the authors, surveys, and assessment tools. Second, we present and compare assessment tools employed to evaluate learners’ writing progress: Expert assessment with an analytic rubric, self-assessments of progress by the participants, and automated text analysis with corpus-based tools as reported in Li, Makarova, and Wang (2023). A comparison of the scores across the three assessment tools shows some discrepancies, which seems to suggest that combined tools yield a more comprehensive picture. The expert assessments and self-assessments demonstrate improvement in the writing quality over the course of the tutorial series, which are partially supported with the findings from corpus-based analysis of participants’ texts. The findings are of relevance to e-learning scholars, faculty, and administrators of English-medium universities with substantial intakes of international graduate students in Social Sciences and Education whose native languages are other than English.
Boosting Digital Entrepreneurship in European Union Higher Education
Authors: Pop-Cohuț Ioana-Crina , Dodescu Anca-Otilia
Published: October 2023

Digital entrepreneurship creates varied options and new development perspectives for entrepreneurs, connects entrepreneurship with technological development, creativity, innovation, the ac-cumulation of digital skills and more. Within it, e-business represents one of the fastest growing phenomena in the business world. Digital entrepreneurial education represents a new important challenge in education to prepare youth for technological changes, new requirements and digital skills necessary for choosing a career and finding a job. Nowadays, the development of technology-based entrepreneurship education programs is essential. To face new challenges, students must use digital tools to accumulate entrepreneurial skills. Starting from the priorities of The Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) of the European Commission, the article aims to investigate whether digital entrepreneurship education keeps pace with the pace of development of digital entrepreneurship. It presents the current state of the academic educational offer in the EU in the field of e-business and e-commerce and proposes a conceptual model of driving forces for boosting digital entrepreneurship education. This study can be of interest both for decision-makers in the field of education, researchers, teaching staff in the sense of proposing and developing new educational programs, as well as for youth who want to know the academic options for choosing a career in the context of the digital economy.
Figurationen der Männlichkeit in Clemens Setz’ Werk
Authors: Jędrzejewski Maciej
Published: October 2023

In his works Clemens Setz depicts various forms of masculinity, which can be multiform, often oscillating between extremes, e. g. an overly violent or passive-feminine masculinity. Representations of cultural atavism or general negativity, among other things, correspond with concepts of masculinity. The problem of father-son-dissonance and homosexual motifs are also addressed.
Beletristická rekonštrukcia portrétu Štefana Krčméryho z posledných rokov života (Anton Baláž, Povedz slovo čisté, 2017)
Authors: Tatár Jozef
Published: October 2023

The novel’s portrayal of an unknown part of the life of Štefan Krčméry (1892 – 1955), his stay in a psychiatric asylum (1949–1955), belongs to the category of rare topics in contemporary Slovak fiction. In the novel Povedz slovo čisté, Anton Baláž gradually uncovers Krčméry’s complex, dramatic internal life through depictions of the onset and overcoming of apathetic states in the narrative, which also contains a series of diary entries by Júlia Orlovská, Krčméry’s attending physician. These entries record his lasting commitment to such values as the nation, religious faith, creative freedom, and the liberating space of literature. Carefully revealing his thoughts, attitudes and desires, Baláž completes the image of Krčméry as that of an artist, scientist, and preacher, who tries to hold on to these values even at the end of his life journey. Karol Matulay, the director of the treatment center in Pezinok, who is closely monitored by the new totalitarian regime, perceives him as a person with a „liberated imagination” or creative freedom, which can serve as a model for the „crouched imagination of Bratislava’s literati”. While the image of the final stage of Krčméry’s life seems more static, the fictitious character of Jakub Daňo, an ambitious student interested the world of literature, appears as a more dynamic and emotionally active character. According to the author, Krčméry confronts himself with the emotional experience of situations in time and space contained in his memory, with the time against which he is powerless and deprived of human dignity, due to his illness, but free. As a historical and sociological document, Baláž’s novel Povedz slovo čisté (2017) did not generate the „hero/heroes” of the current chaotic digital age; instead, the motivation behind his characters’ actions and behavior is timeless, while its empirical and epistemological value for the present-day reader is indisputable.
Witold Hulewicz: tłumacz i popularyzator twórczości R.M. Rilkego – epizod wileński
Authors: Pogoda-Kołodziejak Adriana
Published: October 2023

The friendship between Witold Hulewicz and Rainer Maria Rilke crossed not only artistic, but above all national boundaries. Hulewicz introduced Rainer Maria Rilke’s poetry to Poland. He was not only a translator, but was also the first in Poland to disseminate Rilke’s literary works with complete dedication. The Polish translator tried to bring together the German literary world with that of the Polish one in Vilnius, where he tried to find a place for his propagation activities. Often he did not receive support from his compatriots, but could always count on Rilke’s good word. Both writers abandoned the prevailing vision of national identity in order to eliminate the negative attitudes of the two nations towards each other.
Tadeusz Miciński, Pisma rozproszone. T. 3: Eseje i publicystyka 1914–1918 pod redakcją Marcina Bajki i Jarosława Ławskiego, Białystok 2019
Authors: Sobieraj Sławomir
Published: October 2023

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Neviditeľné postavy. Fikcionalizácia prekladu a tlmočenia v umeleckej literatúre, ed. Zuzana Bariaková, Paulína Šedíková Čuhová, Ružomberok 2022
Authors: Tatár Jozef
Published: October 2023

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Dental biofilm: control of formation, disorganization and means of regulation
Authors: Zabolotna I.I.
Published: October 2023

In press Biofilm is a predominant growth form of a greater number of microorganisms in the oral cavity that has the differences in physiology and genetics compared to planktonic forms. It requires a review of methods of the diagnostics and management of patients with the diseases caused by dental biofilms. The literature review was conducted with the aim of summarizing modern scientific information related to the control of its formation and evaluation of means for disorganization and regulation that are used in clinical dentistry. Based on the results of these studies a close relationship between the level of hygiene and the microbiological state of the oral cavity has been justified. Carrying out individual and professional hygiene is an important component in the comprehensive treatment of dental patients. It has been proven that the pathogenicity of the dental biofilm can be significantly reduced by breaking the integrity of its structure and restoring the normal microflora with the help of high-quality professional hygiene. But long-term uncontrolled use of personal hygiene products can cause some changes in the quality of the microbiome of the oral cavity. Modern research is aimed at disorganization of the biofilm matrix by pharmaceutical and non-pharmacological means. But its destruction can lead to the release of living microorganisms and the dissemination of the pathogen. The presented results of the use of different groups of means for normalizing the microflora of the oral cavity have both advantages and disadvantages that requires further discussion. Qualitative control over the development of dental biofilm will permit to anticipate the course of teeth diseases and periodontal tissues, and objectively assess the effectiveness of the prescribed treatment. Conducting a microbiological study of the biocenosis of the oral cavity will be the basis for choosing personal hygiene products and implementing timely measures. All this will further contribute to increase in the efficiency of prevention and management of pathology of the teeth. Keywords: microorganisms, оral cavity, biofilm, hygiene.
INTEGRATED DUAL LEARNING PROGRAMS AT GERMAN UNIVERSITIES
Authors: Opushko N.
Published: October 2023

A dual education system stipulates for the combination of education and students’ manufacturing activities. Future employees study at universities where they acquire theoretical knowledge and work at enterprises where they acquire the necessary professional competencies. Germany is a recognized leader in dual education in Europe, where the vocational education system is characterized by a well-developed mentoring institution, practice-oriented training and active participation of business in specialists’ training. The experience of this country is a model for other countries of the European Union and world powers.
Using the methods of generalization, systematization, analysis of primary documents and expert assessments, the paper presents the analysis and typologization of the integrated dual education programs at German universities. A study of the scientific researches of both, domestic and foreign scholars enables to reveal an insufficiently developed complex theory that would focus specifically on duality in higher education on the one hand and on how to design the integration of academic and professional learning on the other.
The analysis of scientific papers helped identify the two types of curricula with a high and low degree of integration. The analysis allowed to determine the two types of curricula with a high and low degree of integration. It has been found that different types of curricula, taking into account the duality, can be brought to a full integration. It had also been determined that systems integration can be achieved through educational activities at different levels. This can be either by developing programs designed exclusively for students studying in dual mode or by creating hybrid program structures that support the learning experience with additional elements specifically designed for dual mode.
THE SEARCH FOR WHOLENESS. THE INDIVIDUAL WITH DISABILITIES IN RELATIONAL PLAY
Authors: Argiropoulos D.
Published: October 2023

The article discusses the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in achieving full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others.
The article emphasizes the importance of the person-environment relationship and its impact on the growth and development of individuals, particularly those with disabilities. It recognizes that the process of achieving social inclusion involves various stages of personal development, from self-management to navigating different environments. The article acknowledges that encountering obstacles during these growth phases can hinder the attainment of full autonomy and social inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
Furthermore, the article touches upon the social implications of body image and the role of significant others in shaping one's perception of their body. It is important to note that disability intersects with various aspects of life, including relationships and societal norms, and understanding these intersections can contribute to a comprehensive understanding of disability and its implications.
RESEARCH OF THE CATEGORY "UPBRINGING" BY MEANS OF SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS
Authors: Voznyuk О. , Dubaseyuk O.
Published: October 2023

The category "upbringing" is studied by means of content analysis and linguistic analysis. The relevance of the article stems from a certain underestimation of personality upbringing and scientific knowledge in the organization of the upbringing process in the educational systems of Ukraine and foreign countries, from deep qualitative changes occurring in modern youth environment, as well as from the fact that there is a different understanding of the mentioned phenomenon both in the context of pedagogical theory and in the field of sociolinguistic studies, which reveal multifarious content of the category "upbringing" in different languages, which affects its content. The article provides the correlation of the features of the concept "upbringing" obtained through linguistic analysis and content analysis.
On the basis of the conducted research, upbringing as a category used in the context of Ukrainian-language scientific and pedagogical literature is identified as a process of conscious development of an independent personality, which is carried out under the influence of a teacher-educator in the process of joint reciprocal activity of all participants in the educational process, aimed at mastering the methods of their moral self-development and the experience of social relations. At the same time, the process of upbringing involves the actualization of hidden potential resources of the child's psyche under the socializing influence of society, as well as family and school as social institutions. Under such conditions, upbringing has revealed a social, purposeful, formative, conscious character, its result is the psychic development of the personality as an organized, multifactorial social and personality educational process aimed at forming a person's ability for self-development, self-education, and self-determination.
At large, the process of upbringing is understood as a socio-historical phenomenon and the process of transmitting the accumulated experience of humanity from generation to generation; as a process that leads to certain changes in the personality sphere, as a mediated mutual influence of all participants in the educational process, being in unity with the process of interaction of various objective and subjective factors of personality formation; as a developmental activity; as management and control of personality development.
DIRETRIZES CURRICULARES NACIONAIS GERAIS PARA A EDUCAÇÃO PROFISSIONAL E TECNOLÓGICA
Authors: Alencar Isalete Bezerra , Santos Elza Ferreira
Published: October 2023

Neste artigo se analisam as Diretrizes Curriculares Nacionais Gerais para a Educação Profissional enquanto documento integrante da contrarreforma do Ensino Médio como política educacional vigente que visa fragmentar a etapa final da educação básica, neste caso, o Ensino Médio Integrado (EMI). Tem seu percurso metodológico na pesquisa documental e bibliográfica, alcançando dispositivos legais e obras de estudiosos da área de Educação e Trabalho. Como proposta apresentada há a urgência da sociedade civil organizada lutar pela educação profissional e tecnológica, especialmente pelo EMI, cuja concepção está nas bases da politecnia, da formação omnilateral, da escola unitária e do trabalho como princípio educativo. Desta maneira, criar resistência contra a dualidade histórica e estruturante da educação brasileira e defender Diretrizes que promovam uma educação emancipadora.
A MEMÓRIA
Authors: Simon Théo
Published: October 2023

A memória humana é um componente mobilizado universalmente em todas as formas de trabalho, enquanto permanece pouco clara ou segmentada pelas disciplinas científicas que a estudam. Esta situação pode levar a aplicações empobrecidas do conceito de memória a situações de trabalho. Propomos reunir abordagens disciplinares das ciências cognitivas e das ciências sociais para compreender melhor o funcionamento da memória, confiando na adesão ao par dialético - aderência/desaderência. Para ilustrar este exercício multidisciplinar, mobilizamos um estudo exploratório do caso dos popularizadores científicos e culturais franceses na plataforma do YouTube. Argumentamos que a memória é um espaço onde os saberes e os valores são reinterrogados nas escolhas que fazemos diariamente e projetados na situação presente e futura. São esses saberes e valores que podem, através de certas unidades e técnicas sociais e cognitivas, generalizar e definir a memória futura em nosso mundo social e digital. De modo mais geral, através deste exercício, convidamos os pesquisadores e os envolvidos em situações de trabalho a uma forma de reflexividade na ação sobre suas próprias conceptualizações.
Effectiveness of Blended Learning Method Through Google Classroom on Learning Independence and Improving Concepts Understanding of Class V Students on Human Digestive System Materials
Authors: Wahyuni Rukmi Tri , Supriyanto RM. Teguh , Anam Rif’at Shafwatul
Published: October 2023

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of applying the blended learning method in increasing students' conceptual understanding of the human digestive system material and to analyze the effectiveness of science learning using the blended learning method in student independence in the human digestive system material. This research method used a Quasi Experimental Design. The research design consisted of two groups, each of which was randomly selected (R). The first group was given treatment (X) and the other group was not. In research, the group that was given treatment was called the experimental group and the group that was not given treatment was called the control group. The number of respondents in this study amounted to 27 children. This study used the SPSS 21 program with paired sample t-test and independent sample t-test. The results of this study are that the application of the blended learning method in increasing students' conceptual understanding of the material on the human digestive system has been effective, this is evidenced by a significance value of 0.00 <0.05. Science learning with the blended learning method in the independent learning of students in the human digestive system material is very effective, this is evidenced by a significance value of 0.00 <0.05.
Students’ Preference in Online Learning Environment and Academic Resilience in Relation to Their Academic Performance in Mathematics
Authors: Baluyos Genelyn , Cabaluna Pinky , Paragat Joyce
Published: October 2023

Students' online learning environment and academic resilience are indicators of academic success in online learning. This study determined the level of perception in an online learning environment and academic resilience concerning students' performance in Mathematics among Junior High School students at Misamis University, Ozamis City, during the first quarter of the school year 2021-2022. The researchers used the descriptive-correlational research design. The respondents were 148 Junior High School students chosen by simple random sampling. The instruments used were the Students' Online Learning Environment Questionnaire (SOLEQ) and the Students' Academic Resilience Questionnaire (SARQ). Mean, standard deviation, Pearson r, and Stepwise Regression Analysis were the statistical tools used. Findings revealed that students had a high level of perception in their online learning environment and had high academic resilience in their online learning. They performed very satisfactorily in their online class. There was a significant relationship between the students' online learning environment in terms of computer usage, teacher support, and student autonomy and their academic performance in Mathematics. In the students' online learning environment, there was no significant relationship between the other variables and their academic achievement in Mathematics. Furthermore, there was a significant relationship between the students' academic resilience and their academic performance in Mathematics. Computer Usage predicted students' academic performance in Mathematics. Teachers need to be technologically proficient in using technology as an educational tool. School administrators conduct online seminars, trainings, and workshops regarding technical literacy. Future researchers must look into other factors contributing to the student's academic performance in online learning.
Implementasi Seven Tools Of Quality Di Industri Kecil Triple X Produksi Tas
Authors: Adlany Nizar , Dahda Said Salim , Jufriyanto Moh.
Published: October 2023

Bags are accessories that are often used by students and workers to store their belongings. In Indonesia, there are many bag craftsmen and they have various qualities. Triple X SME is a small micro business and is classified as a bag production house industry. Maintaining quality consistency is a problem that occurs along the bag production line. Quality problems if not resolved will result in an increase in the cost of making the bag. Then the seven tools (7QC) one of the proven methods in dealing with this and as a result of the seven quality control instruments (7QC) reducing the number of manufacturing-related errors. These devices have proven to be quite useful in terms of increasing output and improving quality. As this case study can show, when 7QC techniques are used in a small business, they help deal with the problems experienced by the SME. During the first six months of the project, production lines are inspected, faults are categorized, and 7QC tools are implemented effectively and problems found exactly. As important as any tool in finding the root cause of a problem is, a cause and effect diagram is the most important.