bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Decolorization and Degradation of azo dyes in textile wastewater effluent by Aspergillus Niger and Aspergillus ochraceous
Authors: Alyaa Hussein Talib  , Ihsan Flayyih Hasan AL-Jawhari
Published: December 2023

In this study, fungi were isolated from contaminated soil collected from textile wool factories in Thi Qar Governorate. The results showed a high potential for removing Methylene Blue dye by Aspergillus niger and Aspergillus ochraceous. The removal process was conducted under optimized conditions, including different concentrations of the azo dye, pH levels, carbon sources, and nitrogen sources. The results indicated that the fungi Aspergillus niger and Aspergillus. Ochraceus were the most common isolates. Both fungi were treated with Methylene Blue dye in solid and liquid media, and both showed the ability to degrade this dye. However, Aspergillus niger demonstrated higher activity in color removal compared to Aspergillus ochraceous, with a diameter of (9) cm in solid medium for Aspergillus niger and (8) cm for Aspergillus. ochraceus. These results were confirmed by statistical analysis, which showed significant differences between these fungi and concentrations. The decolorization percentage was confirmed by Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy of which showed complete disappearance of peaks at 500 nm and at 1500 nm, indicates the degradation of dyes due to fungal activity, The technology also confirmed that a pH of 7 was the optimal pH for dye biodegradation compared to pH 4. This was observed through the dry weight of the fungi, with Aspergillus niger reaching to (2.35) and Aspergillus ochraceous reaching to (2.15) at pH 7. Also, in pH 4, the dry weight of Aspergillus niger and Aspergillus. ochraceus reached (2.17) and (2.05) respectively. Furthermore, the study confirmed the potential use of filamentous fungi in treating dye-contaminated water, regardless of their pH values.
Occupational burnout syndrome in physical therapists before and during covid 19: A systematic review
Authors: A. Athanailidi  , O. Papadopoulou  , A. Xalkia  , M. Trevlakis  , D. Dimáki  , A. Hristara Papadopoulou
Published: December 2023

Introduction: The emergence of COVID-19, a viral pandemic, has significantly affected people at , many levels of their lives and especially their psychological state, an important factor in the emergence of Occupational Burnout Syndrome. Burnout syndrome in healthcare professionals is a global issue that affects both their health and performance and therefore the effective exercise of their function. Purpose: The purpose of this research is to analyze the occurrence rate of Occupational Burnout Syndrome (OBS) in physical therapists before and during the onset of COVID-19 and their comparison. Method: The international databases PubMed and Google scholar were searched in the English language with keywords “burnout syndrome AND physiotherapist AND COVID-19”. The article search was performed from October 2022 to December 2022. 11 open access journal research articles published from 2017 to 2022 were selected. The data collected were presented in the form of texts and tables using of Excel. Results: Eleven clinical studies were included in this review that applied a total of 1750 physical therapists. Of this sample, 861 were physical therapists in clinical studies conducted before COVID-19, while the remaining 889 were physical therapists in clinical studies that took into account the existence of COVID-19. It was observed that the rate of change in occurrence of SEE was 31.18%, with the SEE rate being increased in the second sample mentioned above. Conclusions: No other systematic review comparing specific data between physical therapists has been observed. However, since the clinical studies used for the period after the onset of COVID-19 are numerically fewer compared to those before the outbreak, and because only freely accessible articles were used, we cannot rely exclusively on the results of specific review.
Molecular genetics
Authors: G. Ushakiran  , S. Ganga Sai Pradeepa  , S. Lavanya  , T. Sahithi Priya  , P Krishna Kumari
Published: December 2023

Molecular genetics, is the study of the biochemical mechanisms of It is the study of the biochemical nature of the genetic material and it’s control of phenotype. It is the study of the connection between genotype and phenotype the connection was a chemical one. Molecular genetics often applies an "investigative approach" to determine the structure and function of genes in an organism's genome using genetic screens. Molecular genetics is a powerful methodology for linking mutations to genetic conditions that may aid the search for treatments for various genetics diseases. This field has provided insights into various biological processes, including gene regulation, heredity, evolution, and disease development. Molecular genetics techniques, such as PCR, DNA sequencing, and gene editing, have revolutionized our ability to manipulate and study genes. The integration of molecular genetics with other disciplines, like genomics and proteomics, has paved the way for advancements in personalized medicine and biotechnology .It involves analyzing the DNA and RNA molecules to understand how genetic information is stored, replicated, and expressed.
Conventional versus Cultured meat
Authors: Jubran Mohammed Abdulrahman  , Rakhad A. Alrawi
Published: December 2023

Conventional meat is the edible flesh of animals, usually mammals or birds, but also fish. There are two main categories of meat: white meat and red meat, based on the amount of myoglobin, a protein that gives meat its color. White meat includes chicken, turkey, rabbit, and some fish and seafood, and is generally leaner and lower in cholesterol than red meat. Red meat includes beef, lamb, pork, and venison (gazelle), which is richer in iron, zinc, and vitamin B12, but also higher in saturated fat and calories. The consumption of different types of meat can be good for health as part of a balanced diet because they are excellent sources of multiple nutrients. Including meat can be an excellent way to have a balanced diet. All the different types of meat are highly nutritious and can be healthy. Furthermore, there are many types of meat products, such as sausages, bacon, and salami, that are cured, smoked, dried, or fermented to enhance their flavor and shelf life. On the other hand, Cultured meat involves the production of meat outside of the animal and in vitro. Specifically, cultured meat is produced from animal cells cultured in a growth media in a bioreactor rather than being directly sourced from slaughtered animals.
Evaluation of the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of drilling water in the Commune of the 7th District in N’Djamena city
Authors: Théophile Maoudombaye  , Djibrillah ADAM  , Albert NGAKOU
Published: December 2023

This study was carried out in the commune of the 7th District of the city of N’Djamena on the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of water from manual drilling. In total, ten boreholes were taken in ten districts of the said District. On each sample of drilling water taken, seven physicochemical parameters were analyzed, namely temperature, pH, conductivity, turbidity, Nitrates, Ammonium and Iron and four bacteriological parameters in occurrence, E. Coli, fecal coliforms, fecal enterococci and total aerobic mesophilic flora. It appears from these analyzes that on the physicochemical level, very high values were recorded for turbidity (9.33±0.15 NTU, 25.2±0.1 NTU and 34.63±0.49 NTU), on iron (1.16±0.005 and 5.41±0.25 mg/L) and on ammonium ions (0.6±0.15 mg/L and 0.7±0.057 mg/L). On the other hand, on a bacteriological level, most of the water was contaminated with E. Coli, fecal coliforms and total aerobic mesophilic flora. In view of these results, the consumption of this drilling water without prior treatment would expose the population of the 7th District of the commune of Ndjamena to contamination of bacteriological origin. To do this, awareness-raising work among the owners of these boreholes is necessary to warn them of the health risk they run because these borehole waters do not comply with the directives of the texts in force.
The impact of stabilization policies on human development index in Nigeria
Authors: GABRIEL OSAKWE IKEDIASHI  , CHRISTOPHER ORIBO ORUBU  , TITUS OLUFEMI AWOGBEMI  , OLUMIDE KELVIN ODEBODE
Published: December 2023

This study is motivated by the sustained unimpressive ranking of Nigeria’s Human Development Index in the annual global Human development report by UNDP over the past four decades. The situation is worrisome because low human development index reflects poor health outcomes, deterioration in educational system, and an abysmal standard of living that is significantly below globally acceptable thresholds with about 133 million persons considered as multidimensionally poor in Nigeria. The persistence and recurring decimal of unsteady growth rate and low HDI scores have called to question the effectiveness of stabilization policies broadly categorized as monetary policy and fiscal policy and designed to chart a course for stimulation of overall economic performances, macroeconomic recoveries and most importantly, optimization of the general welfare of the people. Therefore, the study empirically evaluates the impact of stabilization policy toolkits on human development index in Nigeria. To this end, annual time series secondary data from 1990 to 2021 were sourced from Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin and UNDP Global Human Development Reports for various years within the review period. The study employs Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) estimation technique in line with the fulfilment of mixed order of integration from the ADF unit root test. The results of our empirical analysis revealed that Government Expenditure (GEX) and Tax Revenue (TRE) have positive and statistically significant relationships with HDI in Nigeria. Also, with the impact of Broad Money Supply (BMP) being positive and statistically significant, Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) and inflation rate (IFR) have negative impacts on HDI but are statistically significant in explaining variations in HDI within the review period. Therefore, the study concludes that each stabilization policy is crucial in improving HDI, but fiscal policy appears to be more potent in comparison. The study recommends reassessment of government expenditure architecture to accommodate public works; tax policy reforms that will guarantee sustained tax revenue; and extended regulatory framework that will decongest the magnitude of cash in the shadow economy to curtail the menace of inflationary shocks.
A comprehensive review of multilingual leadership: The role of French language skills in global business dynamics
Authors: Chika Unachukwu  , Amina Catherine Ijiga  , Beatrice Adedayo Okunade  , Blessing Osawaru  , Deborah Idowu Akinwolemiwa
Published: December 2023

This research paper provides a comprehensive review of multilingual leadership, specifically focusing on the significance of French language skills in the dynamic context of global business dynamics. The study explores the evolution of multilingual leadership, emphasizing the skills required for effective leadership in a globalized business environment. French's historical and economic importance is examined, highlighting its role as a language of diplomacy, cultural symbol, and strategic asset in Francophone regions. The paper delves into the impact of language in global business, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities presented by linguistic and cultural diversity. Furthermore, it explores the importance of French language skills, detailing their strategic implications in international negotiations, relationship-building, and market expansion. The review also assesses current training and development initiatives, offering recommendations for organizations to enhance multilingual leadership skills. The paper concludes with insights into the challenges and opportunities of multilingual leadership. It provides strategic recommendations for organizations to cultivate effective cross-cultural leadership.
Strategies for sustainable economic growth: The role of green taxation and renewable energy investment in the U.S
Authors: Prisca Ugomma Uwaoma  , Deborah Idowu Akinwolemiwa  , Samuel Onimisi Dawodu  , Simon Kaggwa  , Odunayo Josephine Akindote  , Abimbola Oluwatoyin Adegbite
Published: December 2023

This review paper delves into the critical role of green taxation policies and renewable energy investments in fostering sustainable economic growth in the United States. It scrutinizes the effectiveness of current tax incentives and policies in propelling investments in renewable energy, evaluating their contributions to environmental conservation and sustainable development. The study is anchored on a comprehensive literature review approach, focusing on selecting relevant studies and reports that shed light on the integration of technology in social work, particularly in the African context and its implications for U.S. practice. The findings reveal that while green taxation and renewable energy investments offer significant benefits in terms of reducing pollution and promoting sustainable energy sources, their environmental impacts must be carefully managed. The paper also explores the interplay between green taxation and public health policy, assessing how environmental tax reforms can contribute to a healthier U.S. population. In conclusion, the study provides policy recommendations for enhancing the U.S. position as a leader in environmental stewardship and sustainable economic practices. It underscores the need for a multifaceted approach that includes fiscal incentives, supportive regulatory frameworks, strategic financing mechanisms, and public-private collaboration. Future research should focus on addressing the identified gaps, particularly in exploring innovative financing mechanisms and assessing the long-term impacts of these policies on economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Illness perception, self-esteem and self-care management of patients on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis: A cross-sectional study from a Tertiary Care Hospital in South India
Authors: Annie Elizabeth  , Ilavarasi Jesudoss  , Solomon D’Cruz
Published: December 2023

Background: Chronic diseases are those conditions that last for more than a year requiring ongoing medical attention and crippling the activities of daily living. End-stage kidney disease invites significant psychosocial stressors and demands routine adaptation. It cha­llenges the patient with a constant fear of death, draining them physically and mentally, making them depen­dent on the healthcare team and having to follow complicated pharmacological regimes with dietary limitations. Objective: The study was intended to assess illness perception, self-esteem, and self-care management of patients on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. Methodology: Using quantitative approach, a descriptive study was undertaken for a period of six weeks in Peritoneal Dialysis unit of the Artificial Kidney Lab (AK Lab) of Christian Medical College, Vellore. A total of 63 patients were selected using total enumeration sampling technique. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaires namely Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire (B–IPQ), Current thoughts scale and Questionnaire on self-care management. Results: Most of the subject’s illness perception were moderately (42.86%) and severely affected (41.27%). On the whole, the subjects had higher self-esteem (mean = 71.49); however, the appearance self-esteem was rather low (19.67). All subjects had adequate self-care management. Conclusion: Patients undergoing CAPD perceive their illness as a threat and they have low appearance self-esteem. On the basis of this finding, formulation of guidelines for psychological management of these patients would help them to develop coping skills.
Review of blockchain technology in government systems: Applications and impacts in the USA
Authors: Anthony Anyanwu  , Samuel Onimisi Dawodu  , Adedolapo Omotosho  , Odunayo Josephine Akindote  , Sarah Kuzankah Ewuga
Published: December 2023

This study examines blockchain applications in the USA's government systems, analyzing its effectiveness in public administration and governance. Blockchain technology, initially introduced as the underlying infrastructure for cryptocurrencies, has garnered substantial attention for its potential to transform various sectors, including government systems. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the applications and impacts of blockchain technology in the United States' governmental landscape. As governments worldwide seek innovative solutions to enhance transparency, efficiency, and security, blockchain emerges as a disruptive force with the capacity to reshape administrative processes. The study elucidates the fundamental principles of blockchain technology, emphasizing its decentralized and tamper-resistant nature. It also explores diverse applications within government systems, ranging from identity management and voting systems to supply chain traceability and public finance. The analysis delves into specific use cases, detailing how blockchain enhances data integrity, reduces fraud, and streamlines bureaucratic processes. Furthermore, the paper assesses the implications of blockchain adoption for government operations, highlighting potential benefits such as cost reduction, increased accountability, and enhanced citizen trust. Challenges and considerations, including scalability, interoperability, and regulatory frameworks, are scrutinized to provide a balanced understanding of the technology's limitations. The review extends to the United States' federal and state-level initiatives, examining pilot projects and ongoing implementations that leverage blockchain in areas such as land registries, healthcare data management, and procurement. Insights into the collaborative efforts between public and private sectors are explored, shedding light on the collaborative frameworks essential for successful blockchain integration. Ethical considerations and privacy concerns are addressed within the context of blockchain applications in government, emphasizing the need for robust safeguards to protect sensitive information while harnessing the transformative potential of the technology. This paper synthesizes the current state of blockchain technology in the United States' government systems, offering a nuanced understanding of its applications and impacts. As blockchain continues to mature and gain traction, this review contributes valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners, fostering a deeper appreciation for the transformative potential of blockchain in shaping the future of government operations.
The role of intralesional immunotherapy in Condyloma Acuminata
Authors: Lita Setyowatie  , Putri Mulia Bela Grania Hasibuan
Published: December 2023

Intralesional immunotherapy is one of the immunotherapy modalities that can be given to patients with condyloma acuminata (CA) with a high success rate both in inhibiting progression and preventing recurrence of genital warts. Intralesional immunotherapy regimens that are currently being studied are the use of vaccines and cytokines. Some of the antigens studied for use as therapy in genital warts include Candida albicans, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), and Tuberculin/Purified Protein Derivate (PPD), Mycobacterium w, and Bacille Calmette-Guerin (BCG). Vaccines and cytokines work by inducing a delayed-type hypersensitivity response to warts tissue, both through cellular and humoral immune responses, mediated by CD8+ T lymphocytes, CD4+ T lymphocytes, B lymphocytes and regulatory T cells so that this can eliminate HPV virus infection in CA. This literature review aims to provide an understanding of the use of intralesional immunotherapy as an effective alternative therapy in CA.
Mechatronics in modern industrial applications: Delving into the integration of electronics, mechanics, and informatics
Authors: Abimbola Oluwatoyin Adegbite  , Chinedu Nnamdi Nwasike  , Nwabueze Kelvin Nwaobia  , Joachim Osheyor Gidiagba  , Oseluole Tobi Enabor  , Samuel Onimisi Dawodu  , Adedayo Adefemi  , Chinedu Alex Ezeigweneme
Published: December 2023

This study delves into the integration of electronics, mechanics, and informatics within the realm of mechatronics, emphasizing its pivotal role in modern industrial applications. The primary objective is to dissect the synergistic interplay of these disciplines and assess their collective impact on various industrial sectors. Employing a systematic literature review as the core methodology, the research draws on a wide array of peer-reviewed articles and academic journals, focusing on publications from the last two decades to ensure relevance and contemporaneity. Key findings reveal that mechatronics has significantly evolved from its conceptual inception to a cornerstone technology in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and healthcare. The study highlights the advancements in mechatronic systems, including the integration of AI and IoT, which have led to enhanced efficiency, precision, and adaptability in industrial processes. Furthermore, the research identifies the economic, technological, and environmental impacts of these systems, underscoring their role in driving innovation and sustainability. The study concludes with actionable recommendations for industry stakeholders and policymakers, emphasizing the need for continuous investment in R&D, workforce training, and the development of ethical standards and regulations. It also proposes future research directions, particularly focusing on the scalability, sustainability, and long-term societal impacts of mechatronic systems. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of mechatronics in the industrial domain, offering insights into its current applications and future potential.
A case study of village credit institution: Does Tri Hita Karana moderates the effect of internal control system on the quality of financial statements?
Authors: Efrie Surya Perdana  , I Gde Ary Wirajaya  , I Nyoman Wijana Asmara Putra  , Ni Made Dwi Ratnadi
Published: December 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of the internal control system on the quality of financial statements with Tri Hita Karana Culture as a moderator. The population in this study were all Village Credit Institutions in Tabanan District, Indonesia. Sampling using purposive sampling method. The number of samples in this study were 71 respondents consisting of Panureksa, Pamucuk, Penyarikan, and Patengen. Data analysis using is Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). The findings in this study are that the internal control system affects the quality of financial statements. Tri Hita Karana culture can strengthen the influence of the internal control system on the quality of financial statements. This research has theoretical implications, namely that the more adequate the internal control system carried out will cause the quality of financial reports to increase, especially in Village Credit Institutions that have implemented the Tri Hita Karana Culture as well as practical implications for improving the quality of financial reports and for future researchers.
Paracetamol is the most unscientific and dangerous drug for fever: Anyone can create a fever within hours using antipyretic objects
Authors: K. M. Yacob
Published: December 2023

Paracetamol works in favor of inflammation which is the underlying cause of fever. Paracetamol also destroys prostaglandinE2, a heat-sensitive pyrogen produced by endothelial cells to reduce inflammation and increase blood flow. Paracetamol does not reduce the underlying cause or symptom of fever, disease, or cause of disease, but increases it. In modern science, one test of whether something is true is whether it can be reproduced. Anyone can createa fever if they are given paracetamol, which increases inflammation and reduces blood flow The medical book states that paracetamol may cause fever, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, nephropathy, and skin reactions. This is not a side effect of paracetamol, but its proper function. If it is said that the medicine used to reduce the temperature of the fever itself causes the fever, the scientific and authenticity of that medicine are being questioned here. There is no science or technology like this anywhere in the world.
Analysis of the inhibition of lipoperoxidation and carbonylation in human plasma by natural infusions used in Mexico
Authors: Oscar Antonio Aguilar Paredes  , Jean Carlo Hernández Moya  , Margarita Cervantes Rodriguez  , Susana Lara Gonzalez  , Alejandra Diaz Teoquiz  , Antonio Nieto Camacho  , Daniel Méndez Iturbide
Published: December 2023

Chronic diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular diseases and aging. These processes are related to the accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and lipid and protein oxidation products, which can cause cellular and tissue damage. Therefore, the search for natural compounds with antioxidant properties that can mitigate these oxidative processes is of great interest in the field of health and nutrition. Mexico is a country known for its rich biodiversity and its tradition in the use of medicinal plants and natural infusions with therapeutic properties. In this context, this article focuses on the analysis of the capacity of natural infusions used in traditional Mexican medicine to inhibit lipoperoxidation and carbonylation in human plasma. These infusions, derived from native plants and aromatic herbs, have been passed down from generation to generation as natural remedies and have been used to treat a wide range of health conditions.
UJI ORGANOLEPTIK TERHADAP PRODUK OLAHAN SAYUR SEBAGAI UPAYA PENINGKATAN KONSUMSI SAYUR PADA ANAK-ANAK
Authors: Meisyah Aulia Adisti , Oktaviani Elfira
Published: December 2023

Desa Banjarwati merupakan desa yang berada di Kecamatan Paciran Kabupaten Lamongan. Mayoritas warganya bekerja sebagai nelayan dan petani. Berdasarkan data LKj IP Kabupaten Lamongan, skor AKE konsumi sayur lebih rendah, yakni sebesar 23.6, dibandingkan dengan skor PPH maksimum, yakni 27.7 untuk itu perlu adanya peningkatan konsumsi sayur sebagai upaya meningkatkan skor PPH. Penelitian ini dilakukan menggunakan panelis anak-anak yang berjumlah 14 orang yang berada di kelas 4 sekolah dasar. Pengujian dilakukan di MI Mu’awanah yang berada di Desa Banjarwati, Kecamatan Paciran, Kabupaten Lamongan. Para siswa diberikan kuisioner yang berisi parameter yang akan diuji pada produk, yakni rasa, aroma, warna, dan tekstur. Tingkat kesukaan dituliskan berupa angka 1-4, dengan keterangan sangat tidak suka untuk angka 1. Tidak suka untuk angka 2, suka untuk angka 3 dan sangat suka untuk angka 4. Panelis yang ada memiliki rentang umur 8-11 tahun. Data yang didapat dianalisa dengan metode uji kruskall wallis, dengan menggunakan variabel umur siswa. Produk inovasi olahan sayur digunakan untuk meningkatkan konsumsi sayur terutama pada anak-anak yang mengganggap sayur tidak menarik dan memiliki rasa yang membosankan. Data yang diperoleh menjelaskan bahwa variabel umur tidak berpengaruh secara signifikan dalam penilaian panelis terhadap semua parameter. Data ini menunjukkan bahwa olahan ini dapat membantu meningkatkan konsumsi sayur pada anak-anak.
PEMAHAMAN TENTANG DASAR-DASAR KEWIRAUSAHAAN DI DESA PINGGIR KECAMATAN BALONGPANGGANG KABUPATEN GRESIK
Authors: Setiawan Muhammad Razzaq Yogie , Hutama Bagaskara Satria , Sukaris Sukaris , Kurniawan Aries , Widiharti Widiharti
Published: December 2023

Pentingnya pemahaman dasar-dasar kewirausaahaan sudah menjadi kewajiban bagi seorang wirausaha. Dalam menjalankan bisnis tentu tidak boleh asal-asalan, tetap harus memahami apa saja yang menjadi dasar dalam kewirausahaan. Kewiraswastaan atau Kewirausahaan adalah proses mengidentifikasi, mengembangkan, dan membawa visi ke dalam kehidupan. Visi tersebut bisa berupa ide inovatif, peluang, cara yang lebih baik dalam menjalankan sesuatu. Salah satu kunci keberhasilan seseorang dalam berwirausaha adalah memahami ilmu wirausaha contohnya dapat memahami dasar-dasar kewirausahaan.
IMPLEMENTASI GERAKAN INOVATIF MAHASISWA DALAM PENGEMBANGAN KARAKTER DAN KREATIVITAS PESERTA DIDIK MI MUHAMMADIYAH 18 SIDODADI MELALUI PELATIHAN ECOPRINTING
Authors: Khori’ana Ida Bayu , Firdaus Anita , Talisa Dheva Adhelia , Negoro Yanuar Pandu
Published: December 2023

Kemampuan kreatif anak MI Muhammadiyah 18 Sidodadi masih belum maksimal menurut evaluasi awal. Minimnya kegiatan praktik dalam pembelajaran SBDP yang didominasi oleh guru, membatasi ruang gerak siswa untuk berkreasi dan menyalurkan ide atau pemikirannya untuk mengembangkan kemampuan kreatif, sehingga menyebabkan siswa hanya fokus pada konten tanpa adanya kegiatan praktik. Selain itu, strategi yang digunakan guru untuk mengembangkan karakter dan kreativitas siswa kurang menarik sehingga siswa mudah bosan. praktik. Program Kuliah Kerja Nyata Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik dilandasi oleh hal tersebut. Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar Berupa Implementasi Gerakan Inovatif Mahasiswa dalam pengembangan karakter dan kreativitas Peserta Didik MI Muhammadiyah 18 Sidodadi Melalui Pelatihan Ecoprinting. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan pelatihan pembuatan ecoprint untuk Peserta didik kelas 6 Mi Muhammadiyah 18 sidodadi: Tahap Persiapan, Tahap Pelatihan, dan Tahap Evaluasi. Kegiatan tersebut bertujuan Menjadikan karakter peserta didik yang unggul serta meningkatkan kreativitas.
Türkiye’de Ruminant Alanında Çalışan Veteriner Hekimlerin Mesleki Uygulamalarının Değerlendirilmesi – I
Authors: BATMAZ Hasan , TOPAL Onur , ÜSTÜNER Hakan
Published: December 2023

Bu anket çalışması ile Türkiye’de ruminant sağlığı alanında çalışan veteriner hekimlerin mesleki uygulamalarının ve sahada karşılaşılan problemlerin
ortaya konması amaçlanmıştır. E-posta ile gönderilen ve 34 sorudan oluşan ankete 7 farklı coğrafi bölgedeki 56 ilden toplam 326 veteriner hekim
katılmıştır. Çalışmanın sonuçları genel olarak değerlendirildikten sonra veriler; veteriner hekimlerin çalışma şekline göre 3 grup, yaşlarına göre 4
grup ve bölgelerine göre 3 grupta ele alınmıştır. Ankete katılan veteriner hekimlerin mezun olduktan sonra %54,32’si ilk 6 ay içerisinde kalıcı olarak
işe başlamışlardır. Mesleğe yeni başladıklarında en zorlandıkları alanlar şirurjikal operasyonlar (%32,50) ve hayvan besleme (%31,88) olmuştur. Çiftliklerde
çalışan hekimlerin kendilerini en zayıf hissettikleri alan olarak hayvan besleme (%60,77) ön plana çıkmıştır. Meslek içi eğitim, kongre vb.
etkinliklere %36,31’in nadir katıldığı, hatta %65,02’sinin yeni literatür ve kaynakları takip etmekten uzak olduğu görülmüştür. Veteriner hekimlerin
sığırlarda gebelik muayenesinde %54,77’sinin ultrasonu sık kullandığı, %24,92’sinin ise hiç kullanmadığı gözlenmiştir. Sığırcılıkta en sık karşılaşılan
problemler beslenme ve metabolizma hastalıkları (%32,31) ve buzağı hastalıkları (%26,77) olmuştur. Koyun keçi sağlığında ise kuzu-oğlak ölümleri
(%51,12), abortlar (%21,73), enfeksiyon hastalıklar (%13,42) ve paraziter hastalıklar (%11,50) öne çıkmıştır. Hekimler bölgelerinde ilk bir aydaki buzağı
ölüm oranlarının en çok %6-10 arasında değiştiğini ve kuzu-oğlaklardaki ölüm oranın %10’nun üzerinde olduğunu belirtmişlerdir. Sonuç olarak
veteriner fakültelerinde el becerisine dayalı klinik uygulamalara ve ruminantların beslenmesi konularına önem verilmesi gerektiği, mezuniyet sonrası
da mesleki eğitim ve yeni kaynakların takibine ihtiyaç duyulduğu, koruyucu hekimliğe önem verilmesi gerektiği önerilebilir.
Fiziksel Çevre Denetimi Bağlamında Karşılaştırmalı Bir Yapısal Sistem Analizi: Geleneksel Antakya Evleri Örneği
Authors: DÖNMEZ Semanur , UŞMA Gökhan
Published: December 2023

Günümüzde geleneksel konutlar ekonomik, kültürel ve mimari açıdan tehdit altındadır. Geleneksel konutların, zaman içerisinde yaşanan depremler, afetler ve iklim şartları gibi çevresel koşullara bağlı olarak zamanla genel karakteristik özelliklerini kaybetmesi, koruma tüzükleri kapsamında planlamalarının yapılamayıp, standart ve yönetmeliklere uygun davranılmaması gibi durumlar bu yapıların korunamayıp, günden güne yok olmasına sebep olmaktadır. Bu çalışmanın amacı, Antakya ilinde bulunan geleneksel konutların mevcut hasar tespit analizlerinin yapılması ve elde edilen veriler sonucunda koruma tüzüklerine bağlı kalarak fiziksel çevre denetiminin ve sürdürülebilirliğinin sağlanması için öneriler sunmaktır. Çalışma Antakya kenti, 3.derece kentsel sit alanı bölgesinde bulunan Kurtuluş Caddesi’ndeki iki geleneksel konut özelinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Sonuç olarak bu çalışma, çevresel etkilerin yapılara nasıl zarar verdiğini ve restorasyon çalışmaları ile fiziksel çevre denetimi sağlanmadığı takdirde geleneksel Antakya evlerinin genellikle su ve nem kaynaklı bozulmalar ile zamanla yok olacağını göstermektedir. Bölgede 2023 yılı şubat ayında meydana gelen depremler nedeniyle geleneksel konutlar da hasar almış, fiziksel çevre koşullarına karşı dirençleri azalmıştır. Antakya kent kültürünün ve tarihinin önemli bir parçası olan geleneksel Antakya evlerinin deprem sonrası mevcut durumu ile ilgili gerçekleştirilecek hasar tespit, onarım ve restorasyon süreçlerinde çalışmanın katkı sağlaması, kaynak olarak kullanılması öngörülmektedir.
Widening the Perspective of Service Design
Authors: Pauen Johannes Jan , Vetter Sebastian
Published: December 2023

Service design helps organisations focus on – and design for –
their most important stakeholders. We argue that although the
tools of service design can highlight and integrate multiple
stakeholder perspectives, they cannot adequately address the
complexity inherent in organisations. This is limiting the impact
of service design. Indicators that this is taking place are a lack of
support or funding for service design projects, as well as resistance
and ‘cultural’ push back when it comes to implementation.
Applying Value-Led Participatory Design to Community Health Promotion: What should service design strive for in value co-creation?
Authors: Sher Chia-Huei , Zeng Yun-Cing , Sung Tung-Jung
Published: December 2023

In collaboration with Taipei’s Public Health Service Centre,
this study employed a value-led participatory design approach
to address nutritional well-being, loneliness and malnutrition
in older adults, offering insights into policy-shaping and the
challenges of ageing populations.
Introducing ‘Critical Service Design’: A paradigm shift for place-based climate action
Authors: Salinas Lara
Published: December 2023

This article proposes ‘critical service design’ as an innovative
and effective alternative approach for service designers who are
actively seeking to support and facilitate sustainable and ethical
place-based climate transitions.
David Bollier: Meet the activist, scholar and blogger
Authors: Bollier David
Published: December 2023

In this interview, SDN President Prof. Birgit Mager discusses the
commons and the potential role of design with David Bollier.
Las mujeres rurales y su comportamiento político en las elecciones de 1933: el caso de Alhama de Granada
Authors: Leyva Olmos Ángel C.
Published: December 2023

Este artículo pretende conocer la participación de las mujeres y la orientación del sufragio femenino en las primeras elecciones en la historia del país donde ellas pudieron sentirse parte del sistema político. Para ello hemos bajado la lupa de análisis al mundo rural, al quetradicionalmente se le ha prestado menos atención en los estudios políticos, y a la acción política de las mujeres en estos cruciales comicios, que marcaron un punto de inflexión en el periodo republicano. La consecución del objetivo marcado viene dado por la utilización de fuentesprimarias y por la implementación de una nueva metodología de trabajo, mediante la cual hemos podido inferir las diversas orientaciones del voto femenino, buscando enriquecer las interpretaciones sobre a quién votaron las mujeres y desmitificando el estereotipado argumento del conservadurismo político femenino.
Arquitectas españolas en premios nacionales a partir de la segunda mitad del siglo xx. Un estudio sobre distinciones en arquitectura, planeamiento urbano, paisajismo y diseño industrial
Authors: Fernández-García Ana María , Delgado_Baudet David , Pérez-Moreno Lucía C.
Published: December 2023

Este artículo de investigación estudia la presencia de mujeres en galardones profesionales li- gados a la arquitectura en España. A travésde un detallado análisis de trece premios de arquitectura de carácter nacional, se verifica la tradición patriarcal de la mayoría de estos reconocimientos. Se documentan hitos históricos de arquitectas sobresalientes, y se identifica un mayor número de ga- lardones en ámbitos laborales ligados a los gustos tradicionalmente considerados como femeninos —el paisajismo, la restauración de patrimonio o el diseño deproducto—. Asimismo, se comprueba la escasez de proyectos realizados únicamente por mujeres y el mayor reconocimiento social a ar- quitectas que trabajan con varones en pareja o equipo. El artículo plantea una discusión final como crítica feminista al modo en el que estos galardones valoran la arquitectura.
Identificación de factores determinantes de falta de adherencia a los antidiabéticos orales en pacientes con diabetes mellitus tipo 2: Revisión sistemática
Authors: Esquivel-Prados Elisabet , Rodriguez-Battikh Hermes H. , García‑Corpas José P.
Published: December 2023

Introducción: La adherencia al tratamiento antidiabético oral (ADO) en pacientes con Diabetes mellitus tipo 2 (DM2) se encuentra lejos de alcanzar las cifras deseables. Hay publicados multitud de trabajos que señalan factores que disminuyen la adherencia pero emplean distintas poblaciones y metodologías. Por tanto, el objetivo de esta revisión sistemática fue identificar y recopilar los factores que afectan a la falta de adherencia al tratamiento ADO en pacientes con DM2.
Método: Las bases de datos utilizadas en la búsqueda bibliográfica fueron Medline (PubMed), Scopus, CINAHL y PsycINFO. Se consideraron estudios de casos-control, cohortes y ensayos clínicos aleatorizados realizados en personas con DM2 y tratamiento ADO, donde se evaluaran factores determinantes de adherencia. El proceso de revisión fue realizado por dos investigadores de manera independiente en base a las recomendaciones Prisma.
Resultados: De 11 publicaciones seleccionadas, dos fueron estudios de casos-control y nueve estudios de cohortes (siete retrospectivos). Las cifras de falta de adherencia oscilaron entre el 20,3-48 %. Resultaron factores asociados a la falta de adherencia a los ADOs: copago del paciente, dosis diaria de ADO, tipo de ADO prescrito, número de medicamentos prescritos, menor frecuencia de citas con el personal sanitario, niveles altos de HbA1C, depresión, sexo femenino, raza/etnia (distinta de la blanca), estado civil (distinto del matrimonio) y edad.
Conclusiones: Desde un punto de vista clínico, es importante identificar qué factores de riesgo son modificables y así, los profesionales sanitarios podrán diseñar acciones para que los pacientes mejoren su adherencia al tratamiento ADO y el control de la DM2.
Examining the relative effectiveness of online, blended and face-to-face teaching modes for promoting EFL teacher professional development
Authors: SUN QIANG , JUN ZHANG LAWRENCE
Published: December 2023

Teacher professional development (PD) is an essential part for teachers’ professional growth for the quality provision of education to their students. Nonetheless, we need to find out effective ways of professional development. This study was conducted to achieve this goal by exploring the effectiveness of three teaching modes, online, blended, and face-to-face delivery, of an EFL course in a Chinese university, with the ultimate aim of promoting their PD. Three intact English classes were treated differently with Class 1 receiving online teaching, Class 2 receiving blended teaching, and Class 3 receiving face-to-face teaching. Their learning outcome was measured by an end-of-semester test. One-way ANOVA results showed that the face-to-face (onsite) teaching class performed significantly better than the other two classes. Focus group interviews of students revealed more drawbacks of online teaching than benefits. The findings suggest that online teaching, as a new teaching mode that has gained popularity due to the pandemic, cannot replace face-to-face teaching in terms of students’ learning outcomes and their perceptions toward online teaching currently. Such findings provide food for thought for EFL teachers with regard to their own professional development.
Exploring the predictive power of EFL teachers’ work engagement and buoyancy in their professional development
Authors: ZHANG XIAOJUAN , YANG LEI , PROIETTI ERGÜN ANNA LIA
Published: December 2023

The complexities and constant changes of trends in teaching the English language demand teachers to work on their pedagogical knowledge and skills continuously. These are best obtainable in professional development programs. However, the role of teacher emotions in such programs has remained unaddressed. To bridge this gap, this study examined the predicating role of second language (L2) teachers’ work engagement and buoyancy in their professional development. A total of 348 Chinese teachers participated in a survey with three online questionnaires. The results of structural equation modeling (SEM) and regression illustrated that both teacher work engagement and buoyancy could predict L2 teachers’ professional development. In particular, it was found that about 68% and 61% of changes in TPD could be predicted by work engagement and buoyancy, respectively. The study is momentous for L2 teaching and teacher education by calling for the integration of emotions into TPD and pedagogy.
Co-teaching among English pre-service teachers for integrated STEAM+CLIL education
Authors: SANZ DE LA CAL ESTHER , ORTIZ-REVILLA JAIRO , ALONSO-CENTENO ALMUDENA , GRECA ILEANA M.
Published: December 2023

In Spain, primary education teachers teaching subject matter in a foreign language through Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) require new pedagogical competencies. Teaching in a second language often poses problems, as many teachers have no specific training in CLIL and often wish to gain greater self-confidence when teaching some subjects, for example, Natural Sciences, in a foreign language. In that scenario, two general objectives are proposed in this study within the framework of pre-service CLIL teacher training: to examine the impact of a co-teaching programme on the development of the pedagogical competences of pre-service English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers engaged in STEAM+CLIL integrated education; and 2) to study the impact of the programme on the perceived self-confidence of pre-service teachers when teaching CLIL. The results of this research involving three experimental cohorts of pre-service teachers showed an improvement in their pedagogical competencies at designing integrated STEAM+CLIL didactic units, compared to the respective control groups; and an increase in their perceived self-confidence when teaching EFL through CLIL. These results point towards an alternative pathway for primary school teacher training in a foreign language, particularly English.
FUNDING INFORMATION. This research was funded by the European Commission which financed the research project STEAM Education and Foreign Language Learning in Europe - SeLFIE (2020-1-ES01-KA201-081850).
V. G. Vasilevsky’s contribution to the study of Tacitus’ “Germania” in Russian classics
Authors: Starostin Dmitrii Nikolaevich , Kuleshova Elena Vladimirovna
Published: December 2023

The research aims to deepen the understanding of the views of the famous Byzantinist V. G. Vasilevsky on the possibility of involving the work “Germania” by Tacitus (56-120 AD) to consider the causes of the collapse of the Western Roman Empire on the basis of Vasilevsky’s previously unused reports on research trips to Europe, lecture courses, as well as his handwritten biography by his student I. M. Grevs. The objectives of the research are to scientifically substantiate the significance of V. G. Vasilevsky’s contribution to the study of Tacitus in Russian classics. The paper examines how the works by the famous Russian Byzantinist and academician of the St. Petersburg Imperial Academy of Sciences V. G. Vasilevsky developed approaches to the study of the works by the Roman historian Cornelius Tacitus, which had a significant impact on the interpretation of this author in the national historical tradition. It is shown that the Russian scientist was able to find new approaches to the source. He drew attention to the fact that one can find an indication of the disintegration of the agricultural community and the formation of an extremely unstable society of small family land ownership in Tacitus’ writings. Thus, V. G. Vasilevsky was one of the first to notice that we find the theme of the economic crisis as early as the beginning of the 2nd century AD. Scientific novelty consists in providing a new holistic picture of V. G. Vasilevsky’s activities as an expert in the collapse of the Western Roman Empire and, in particular, in the interpretation of Tacitus’ “Germania”. As a result, it has been found that despite the fact that V. G. Vasilevsky gained fame as a Byzantinist by the end of his life, the issues of the collapse of the Western Roman Empire interested him during his studies and he addressed them in his lecture activities. Thus, V. G. Vasilevsky’s scientific legacy can be supplemented by the theme of a new approach to Tacitus’ “Germania” as a source that marked the beginning of the social and economic crisis in the Western Roman Empire.
Precedent names of Soviet politicians in the poetic texts of T. Yu. Kibirov
Authors: Reznikov Daniil Romanovich , Parshina Olga Dmitrievna
Published: December 2023

The purpose of the study is to reveal the peculiarities of use and the functioning norms of the precedent names of Soviet state leaders and politicians in the poetic texts of T. Yu. Kibirov. The poem “K. U. Chernenko’s Life” (1988) and the collections “The Christmas Song of a Lodger” (1986), “A Stilyaga’s Songs” (1986), “Three Epistles” (1987-1988), “It’s Time to Think about the Soul. A Timely Book” (2014-2015) are analyzed. The scientific novelty of the study is accounted for by the fact that precedent names are defined and classified in the poetic works of T. Yu. Kibirov. The functions of these precedent names are determined in the author’s poetic speech. The transformation of the original onyms in comparison with the author’s variants is studied. As the result, it is established that precedent names in the poetic texts of T. Yu. Kibirov are based on the primary sources of the Soviet state and used by the poet as explicit biographic references to a certain figure. This fact allows actualizing the ideological attitudes associated with a particular onym. In most cases, precedent names are used without any transformation in the text, but the cases of changing the original form are identified. The original sources of precedent onyms encompass a broad time period from 1910 to 1980.