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Authority Of Non-Muslim Notary In Making Sharia Deeds
Authors: Arifin Aan Guswandi
Published: September 2024

This research discusses the urgency and regulation of sharia certification for notaries in making sharia deeds, as well as the implications of the use of foreign languages in such deeds. Shariah certification is identified as an important step to ensure notaries' competence in understanding the elements of shariah, although it is not yet a legal obligation. This certification is particularly relevant for non-Muslim notaries who may face obstacles in explaining the contents of sharia deeds that use Arabic and quotations from the Qur'an, in accordance with the requirements of Article 43 of the Law on Notarial Position (UUJN-P) which requires the deed to be made in Indonesian. This research highlights that the validity of sharia deeds is not determined by the religion or beliefs of the notary, but rather by the fulfillment of the formal and material requirements in accordance with Article 38 of the UUJN-P. Nonetheless, deeds that do not comply with Article 38 of UUJN-P are only considered as underhand deeds, with lower evidentiary power. Therefore, sharia certification is considered important to ensure that sharia deeds are made in accordance with established standards, although it does not determine the validity of the deed. This research also recognizes that the term 'non-Muslim notary' is not official and only appears in an academic context, given the absence of religious requirements in notary appointments under Article 3 of UUJN-P.
Recommendations for Case Learning Based of Local Wisdom Integrated with The Exo Olo Task Learning Model in Implementing The Merdeka Curriculum at Senior High School in Ambon City
Authors: Ferdinand Salomo Leuwo  , Asep Asep  , Dewilna Helmi
Published: September 2024

Learning in the era of independent curriculum development is an opportunity for educators and education units to improve competence. Active and participatory learning is one of the targets in developing learning to implement the independent curriculum. Case learning is something that can be applied to realize the learning objectives of the independent curriculum. this study aims to provide recommendations for developing learning in the implementation of an independent curriculum in Ambon City Public High School. The integration of the Exo Olo Task learning model developed in local wisdom-based case learning is part of what is developed in this goal. This research was conducted in the form of descriptive qualitative research. In this case, collaboration (cooperation) with several related parties (Stake holders) to develop a local wisdom-based case learning pattern that supports the implementation of an independent curriculum in Ambon City State High School. Data obtained through observations and interviews were analyzed using qualitative research techniques using the mile and huberman method and continued with policy direction analysis through AHP method analysis. Recommendations are given with priority to 1) Increasing the use of local wisdom cases as participatory teaching materials and media, 2) Development of strategies and mastery of educators in preparing lesson plans, 3) socialization of independent curriculum-based learning programs, 4) increasing partnerships in developing learning projects and improving character through the project of strengthening the profile of Pancasila students (P5), 5) educator literacy education through reflection with outputs in the form of scientific papers with a Consistency Ratio of 0.09.
Problem Solving Method In Improving Students' Critical Thinking Abilities In Social Studies Learning
Authors: Rachmat Panca Putera  , Nurlaili Hidayatul Baiti  , Anita Puspa Meilina
Published: September 2024

Enhancing students' critical thinking skills is a major challenge in Social Studies education in the 21st century. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of the problem-solving method in improving students' critical thinking skills within the context of Social Studies. Employing a qualitative approach with a library research design, this research analyzes various literature related to the application of the problem-solving method. Findings reveal that this method significantly enhances students' abilities to analyze information, formulate solutions, and connect theory with practice. However, challenges such as resource limitations and the need for teacher training can impact its effectiveness. The implications of this research suggest the need for intensive teacher training and systematic integration of the problem-solving method into the social studies curriculum to improve educational quality. Future research is recommended to explore different educational settings and additional method combinations to deepen understanding of problem-solving implementation in social studies education.
Exploring Socio-Cultural, Constructivist, and Lifelong Learning Dimensions in Mobile Learning: A UNESCO Framework
Authors: Gorzin Zeinab , Rezaei Fatemeh Zahra , Ahmadi Haji Omolbanin
Published: September 2024

The subject of mobile learning and training is a very well-known topic in the specialized fields of education in the world today, this type of learning and training is independent of time and place, especially with the increasing progress of mobile technologies and the universal and relatively fair distribution of these technologies at the level The world, especially in remote areas with few educational resources, has enjoyed a good global fortune, so that most of the international organizations and institutions around the world that have a hand in the field of education, especially public education, have taken advantage of the opportunities provided in The platform of these technologies and communication based on it have benefited a lot to achieve their educational goals, which is currently the world organization of UNESCO, although it seems that in our country despite the provision of many infrastructures of communication and technology The issues associated with this issue are still largely neglected, if not unknown, but the widespread reflection of such types of education at the world level cannot be kept out of sight and this accelerated global movement cannot be avoided. In this article, the problem is summarized Mobile learning has been discussed from a theoretical point of view, the fields of emergence and development of learning and mobile education all over the world and the unique efforts of the UNESCO World Organization to improve the knowledge and awareness of people by taking advantage of the opportunities of this type of education and prominent projects. And its universality is mentioned, mobile education is compared with distance education and the goals of this type of education are stated. In the end, several researches conducted in the country on mobile learning and education are given.
The Effect of Educational Simulation on Learning and Academic Self-Efficacy of Students in Experiential Sciences Class
Authors: Salari Mohammad Jaber , Moradi Parastoo , Haghjoo Mohammad Hadi , Forghani Ali
Published: September 2024

The present research was conducted by the aim of investigating the effect of educational simulation on learning and academic self-efficacy in experiential sciences class in fifth-grade male students in the 4th district of Karaj, Iran. The statistical population included all the fifth-grade male students in elementary schools of the 4th district of Karaj in the academic year of 2019-2020. The study sample was selected by convenience sampling method and divided into two groups of 16 (experimental and control). The research method was semi-experimental with a pretest-posttest with control group design. The data collection tools included a researcher-made learning test and an academic self-efficacy test. To examine their validity, the comments and evaluations of teachers and professors were used. The reliability of the research instrument, that is the experiential sciences learning test, was determined by the Coder Richardson 21 which equaled 0.82, and 0.80, respectively and the Cronbach’s alpha for the academic self-efficacy test was 0.85. Univariate analysis of covariance was used to analyze learning test data and multivariate analysis of covariance was used to assess academic self-efficacy. The results showed that educational simulation had a positive effect on both variables of learning with %95 confidence level (F: 69.74, P: 0.000), and academic self-efficacy (F: 14.848, P: 0.000) in students of experiential sciences classes it can be used as a learning tool. Simulation education makes it easy for students to understand the method and nature of science in order to improve problem-solving, search and generalization, knowledge acquisition and promotion of positive attitudes.
КУЛЬТУРНО-ГРОМАДСЬКА ДІЯЛЬНІСТЬ МИХАЙЛА ГРУШЕВСЬКОГО КІНЦЯ ХІХ – ПОЧАТКУ ХХ ст. В ОЦІНКАХ СУЧАСНИКІВ
Authors: НЕСТЕРЕНКО Михайло
Published: September 2024

Мета дослідження полягає у з’ясуванні особливостей осмислення сучасниками М. Грушевського його культурно-громадської діяльності першого львівського десятиліття. Методологія дослідження передбачає використання принципів (об’єктивності, історизму і системності), загальнонаукових (історичний, логічний, узагальнення, аналізу і синтезу) та спеціально-історичних (генетичний, порівняльний, типологічний, психологічний та ін.) методів історіографічного дослідження. Наукова новизна статті полягає у дослідженні малознаної проблеми ставлення сучасників до різних освітніх ініціатив М. Грушевського протягом кінця ХІХ – початку ХХ ст. У підсумку відзначено, що вже початки культурно-громадської праці М. Грушевського зустріли інтенсивне й зацікавлене осмислення з боку його сучасників. Причиною цьому була насамперед отримана вченим соціальна і національна позиція професора першої в історії нашої культури університетської кафедри української історії, що змушувала його зануритися в обговорення всіх значущих для народу питань. Це показало М. Грушевського як рефлективного, талановитого й оригінального мислителя, який має чітке розуміння національних пріоритетів і шляхів їх реалізації. Осмислення сучасниками його бачення цих питань невдовзі привело до появи й устійнення певних оцінних оптик національно-демократичного, консервативно-клерикального, москвофільськи-малоросійського, правомонархічного й іншого характеру. Попри різноманітність, а нерідко й взаємовиключеність оцінок представників згаданих напрямів тогочасного суспільно-політичного життя, вони були солідарними у розумінні появи на українській політичній сцені принципового, самобутнього й рефлективного публічного інтелектуала, якому судилася нелегка роль провідника свого знедоленого народу.
EL PROCESO DE APLICACIÓN DE LAS NORMAS DE DERECHO INTERNACIONAL PRIVADO DEL FORO. PROBLEMAS PRÁCTICOS
Authors: Sales Pallarés Lorena
Published: September 2024

Esta obra constituye una herramienta básica de naturaleza coral que tiene como finalidad que el estudiantado de Grado pueda asimilar la esencia del Derecho internacional privado, ello sin menoscabo del rigor científico, de la actualidad de los materiales manejados y del afán propedéutico que siempre deben estar presentes en el quehacer del profesor universitario. Este Libro-Curso sobre DERECHO INTERNACIONAL PRIVADO ofrece un instrumento de fácil manejo para el estudio de la asignatura Derecho internacional privado adaptado a las exigencias del Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior. La materia es abordada en 14 lecciones en la que se dibujan los conceptos esenciales de la asignatura a fin de afrontar, con unas garantías mínimas, cualquier supuesto práctico ius internacional privatista. Para ello, tras las explicaciones relativas a cada tema, se exponen ejemplos y casos prácticos a resolver que permiten al estudiantado poner en práctica los conocimientos adquiridos. La obra se complementa con un cuadro resumen de las fuentes jurídicas básicas del Derecho internacional privado español de origen institucional, convencional y autónomo; y un listado de enlaces web recomendados de Derecho internacional privado. En definitiva, se presenta esta obra como una herramienta básica coral para que el estudiantado de Grado (y cualquier profesional del mundo del Derecho) pueda asimilar el Derecho internacional privado, desde una perspectiva teórico-práctica.
A FITOTERAPIA COMO ALTERNATIVA TERAPÊUTICA NO TRATAMENTO DA OBESIDADE - UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Pereira João Paulo , Oliveira Andreza Maria Alves Silva , Souza Francineide Davi Euzebio de , Lucena Maria Nadine Ferreira , Queiroz Maria Ruth Lucena , Alencar Raiany Moraes de , Gonçalves Edgina Soares de Carvalho , Lima Rafaela Leandro de , Mori Edna
Published: September 2024

A obesidade atualmente é considerada como um problema de saúde pública tanto na população jovem como na adulta, podendo iniciar em qualquer idade, sendo ainda considerada uma doença crônica e de etiologia multifatorial. O objetivo do estudo foi verificar as evidências científicas sobre o uso dos fitoterápicos no tratamento da obesidade. Trata-se de um estudo de revisão integrativa sobre o uso de Fitoterápicos no tratamento da obesidade, realizada na base de dados, Scientific Electronic Library On-line - SCIELO , Literatura Latino-americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde - LILACS, Public Medline - PUBMED e Google Acadêmico, utilizando como descritores, “fitoterapia”, “perda de peso” e “obesidade”. Foram inclusos artigos publicados no período de 2010 a 2018, completos, captados gratuitamente, disponíveis no idioma Português, Espanhol e Inglês excluídos artigos científicos repetidos. A busca resultou em 50 artigos, e após os critérios de exclusão restaram 13 artigos. A partir das análises percebeu-se a eficácia dos fitoterápicos no tratamento. Atualmente tem-se verificado um aumento significativo no consumo de fitoterápicos como tratamento alternativo. Os principais fitoterápicos encontrados durante esta revisão foram: Camelia sinensis (chá verde) com efeito termogênico; Cynara scolymus (alcachofra) com atuação significativa na redução do peso, quando associada à atividade física, e o Phaseolus vulgaris (feijão branco) auxiliando na diminuição da absorção de carboidratos no intestino. Sendo assim, o tratamento da obesidade pode envolver diversas alternativas terapêuticas, que devem serem estudadas, avaliadas e direcionadas especificamente para cada indivíduo.
The Psychological Impact of Climate Change: Anxiety, Stress, and Coping Mechanisms
Authors:   Generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Microsoft, .google.com gemini , Das Ononna ,   Department of Psychology, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh
Published: September 2024

Climate change has emerged as a critical global issue, with significant impacts extending beyond environmental and economic spheres to affect psychological well-being. This study employs a mixed-methods research design to investigate the psychological impact of climate change, specifically focusing on anxiety, stress, and coping mechanisms. Utilizing both quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the research examines the prevalence and intensity of climate-related anxiety and stress and explores the coping strategies individuals employ. The findings reveal moderate to high levels of anxiety and stress among participants, with notable demographic variations, such as higher levels of anxiety in younger individuals and greater stress among women and those with lower socioeconomic status. Adaptive coping mechanisms, such as environmental activism and mindfulness practices, were identified as effective, while maladaptive strategies like avoidance and denial were also prevalent. The study underscores the need for targeted mental health interventions and public health policies that integrate mental health support into climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies. Promoting adaptive coping mechanisms and addressing maladaptive behaviors are crucial for enhancing resilience and mental well-being in the face of ongoing environmental challenges.
Gambaran Pelaksanaan Program Promosi Kesehatan di Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah Kota Prabumulih dalam Upaya Peningkatan Kesehatan Masyarakat
Authors: Herawati Masfia , Maryani Sri
Published: September 2024

Petugas promosi kesehatan adalah elemen penting dalam kampanye gerakan kesehatan yang dilakukan oleh pemerintah. Hal ini disebabkan petugas promosi kesehatan merupakan sosok yang akan berinteraksi langsung di masyarakat, selain itu mereka secara langsung mengetahui kondisi nyta di lapangan. Tulisan ini menjelaskan tentang pelaksanaan program promosi kesehatan di Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah (RSUD) Kota Prabumulih dalam upaya peningkatan Kesehatan Masyarakat. Promosi tersebut berupa program unggulan upaya peningkatan kesehatan masyarakat yaitu promosi pelayanan unggulan yang ada di RSUD Kota Prabumulih; edukasi, dan promosi melalui media massa dari tim promosi RSUD kota Prabumulih; dan promosi Pelayanan Inovasi “KIR Sehat” RSUD Kota Prabumulih di sekolah-sekolah. Kegiatan promosi itu didukung oleh sumber daya tim promosi yang berkualitas dalam melaksanakan penyebarluasan informasi kesehatan, pengembangan sumber daya kesehatan, serta pemberdayaan masyarakat pada bidang kesehatan di wilayah kerja RSUD Kota Prabumulih. Dengan demikian, program bertujuan untuk meningkatkan perilaku sehat dan peningkatan kemandirian masyarakat untuk hidup sehat.
Edukasi tentang Pubertas dan Upaya Perlindungan Diri pada Remaja
Authors: Sumiati Tati , Lestari Tutik , Andiani Andiani , Surasno Diah Merdekawati , Rahayu Agustin , Mansur Suryani
Published: September 2024

Remaja adalah aset dan potensi masa depan yang harus memiliki kemampuan berperilaku sehat dan keterampilan hidup sehat. Kondisi tersebut agar remaja dapat mencegah dan melindungi diri sendiri dari berbagai perilaku berisiko, termasuk perilaku seksual berisiko. Berbagai upaya perlu dilakukan, salah satunya adalah pemberian komunikasi informasi dan edukasi terkait keseharan reproduksi remaja. Tujuan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah melakukan edukasi terkait pubertas dan upaya perlindungan diri pada remaja. Metode pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah melalui kegiatan pemberian materi tentang pubertas dan pemutaran video. Sasarannya adalah remaja tingkat Sekolah Lanjutan Tingkat Pertama (SLTP) yang mengikuti kegiatan Warga Peduli AIDS di Kelurahan Kalumpang Kota Ternate. Jumlah peserta adalah 47 orang. Hasil evaluasi awal kegiatan menunjukkan rerata skor pengetahuan adalah 7,7 dan evaluasi akhir menunjukan rerata skor pengetahuan adalah 7,9. Analisis statistik menunjukkan tidak ada perbedaan rerata pengetahuan antara sebelum dan sesudah penyuluhan. Upaya edukasi pada remaja diharapkan terus dilaksanakan dengan memperhatikan metode dan teknik yang tepat agar peningkatan pengetahuan menjadi dasar peningkatan kemampuan remaja untuk melindungi diri sendiri.
Upaya Promotif dan Preventif Penanggulangan TB oleh Paguyuban TB di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Kalisat Kabupaten Jember (Sebuah Studi Kualitatif)
Authors: Maulana Ahmad Syakir , Ririanty Mury , Nafikadini Iken
Published: September 2024

Upaya penanggulangan Tuberkulosis (TB) dilakukan dengan strategi DOTS (Directly Observed Treatment, Short-course) sehingga pelaksanaannya membutuhkan peran serta masyarakat yang diwujudkan dengan membentuk paguyuban TB. Puskesmas Kalisat memiliki capaian Treatment Success Rate (TSR) dan Case Detection Rate (CDR) yang memenuhi target dengan jumlah kasus terbanyak. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui peran Paguyuban TB dalam upaya pencegahan penularan TB di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Kalisat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Informan dipilih melalui metode purposive sampling berjumlah 9 orang. Pengumpulan data menggunakan panduan wawancara, lembar observasi, dan dokumentasi. Paguyuban TB sebagai bentuk organisasi berbasis masyarakat dapat membantu mengatasi masalah pembiayaan, akses, infrastruktur dan sumber daya manusia dalam penanggulangan TB. Saran penelitian ini adalah untuk mempertahankan capaian yang melebihi target serta melakukan transfer informasi ataupun pembaruan informasi. Pihak puskesmas perlu melakukan evaluasi dengan pihak terkait serta menyebarluaskan hasil evaluasi sehingga menjadi pertimbangan untuk pelaksanaan program serupa atau program penanggulangan TB dikemudian hari.
Bilateral Granular Macular Dystrophy Associated with Bilateral Cataracts: About a Case
Authors:   Department of Ophthalmology, Zinder National Hospital, Laminou L ,   André Salifou University of Zinder, Niger, Adam Nouhou D ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Amirou Boubacar Diallo Hospital, Niamey,   Abdou Moumouni Dioffo University of Niamey, Niger, Traoré Hassane A B ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Maradi Regional Hospital Center,   University of Maradi, Niger, Abba Kaka HY ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Niamey National Hospital,   Abdou Moumouni Dioffo University of Niamey, Niger, Abdou A ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Amirou Boubacar Diallo Hospital, Niamey,   Abdou Moumouni Dioffo University of Niamey, Niger
Published: September 2024

Macular granular dystrophy is an autosomal recessive genetic disease characterized by corneal opacities responsible for a decrease in visual acuity. We report a case of bilateral granular dystrophy associated with cataract in a young adult seen at Zinder National Hospital. This is a 51-year-old patient with no significant personal or family ophthalmological history who consulted the ophthalmology department of the National Hospital of Zinder for progressive and bilateral visual acuity decline that has been evolving for several years. The ophthalmological examination of the day noted a decrease in visual acuity at a distance in bilateral., corneal deposits in stain and a grade II cortico-nuclear cataract was noted. Immediate bisequential cataract surgery was performed using the phacoAlternative technique with simple postoperative follow-up and good visual recovery. Keywords: Groenouw II, cataract, Zinder
Technological Conditions and the Rise and Fall of the Rules-Based System
Authors: Ciuriak Dan
Published: September 2024

This paper considers the role played by the evolution of technological conditions in the rise and fall of the rules-based system. I argue that the rules-based system was in fact endogenous to the economic and technological conditions under which it came to be: when industries are competitive, companies are covering their cost of capital, workers are being paid their marginal product, everyone is making a living, no-one is getting obscenely rich, and participation in trade is a win-win proposition. This is approximately the pre-1980s world of limited economic rents, a constant labour share of national incomes and constant returns to scale, as described by the Kaldor facts. The subsequent rise of economic rents induced strategic behaviour which is incompatible with a rules-based allocation of production. Accordingly, the economic doctrines and governance systems developed for the low-rent and low-uncertainty world of the mature industrial economy are not appropriate for today’s rent-rich and highly uncertain world of strategic behaviour and need to be fundamentally reviewed on a first principles basis.
Interrelação da disfunção temporomandibular e fibromialgia: abordagens diagnósticas e formas de tratamento
Authors: Coelho Lara Emanuely Resende , Rocha Manuela Luanny Ventura , Santos Allan Israel Fortaleza , Rocha Maisa Luanna Ventura , Eleutério Francis Túlhio Ventura , Angelim Lucas Marques , Dantas Igor Gabriel Ribeiro , Franco Gabriel Bordalí , Nascimento Sabrina Regis do , Miranda Livia Miranda de , Leal Kayro Breder Catta Preta , Cenachi Humberto de Andrade , Souza Jércily Thaís Pereira de , Dantas Davi Torquato , Wagmacker Albert Lubki
Published: September 2024

Disfunção Temporomandibular (DTM) e a fibromialgia (FM) são condições clínicas frequentemente comórbidas, afetando principalmente mulheres adultas. Ambas são caracterizadas por dor crônica, com possível sensibilização central, exigindo uma abordagem diagnóstica e terapêutica integrada. Este estudo teve como objetivo revisar a inter-relação entre DTM e FM, discutindo as abordagens diagnósticas e terapêuticas. Foi realizada uma revisão narrativa da literatura, utilizando bases de dados como PubMed, SciELO e LILACS, abrangendo publicações entre 2014 e 2024. Após o refinamento dos resultados, 11 artigos foram incluídos. A prevalência de DTM em pacientes com FM variou entre 13% e 87,1%, reforçando a alta correlação entre essas condições. Estratégias terapêuticas combinadas, como terapia miofuncional e laserterapia de baixa potência, mostraram-se eficazes no alívio da dor e na melhoria da qualidade de vida. Conclui-se que a abordagem multidisciplinar é fundamental para o manejo de DTM e FM, destacando a importância de intervenções personalizadas que considerem tanto os aspectos físicos quanto psicológicos dos pacientes. A identificação precoce dessas condições interrelacionadas pode otimizar o tratamento e contribuir para um manejo mais eficaz da dor crônica.
Prevalence of impacted canine and its association with other dental anomalies among population in Sana'a city – Yemen
Authors: SHUMAR Amenah
Published: September 2024

Objectives: to determine the prevalence of impacted canines and its association with other dental anomalies in Sana’a city
Methodology: this study represents retrospective OPG analysis of 2150 patients chosen randomly from digital x-ray centers in Sana’a Yemen, Data collected was entered into a spreadsheet (Excel 2016; Microsoft, US) and analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25.
Results: among 2150 OPG’s, impacted canines were found in 182 (9.2%), most commonly found was, female 121 (66.5%), impacted maxillary canines 155 (85.2%), there was a statistical significant difference between the right and left sides p <0.05, mesioangular impaction 165 (66.3%), and level B depth of impaction 149 (59.8%), associated anomaly was retention of deciduous canine 116 (29.5%), associated pathology was dentigerous cyst 19 (10.4%), there was no relation of canine impaction with third molar status p >0.05.
Conclusion: The present study provides useful data regarding the radiographs of canine impaction.
Factors influencing the decision to initiate orthodontic treatment and the choice of appliance type in a Lebanese sample during the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic crisis. A cross-sectional study
Authors: ALAMEH Liliane , KHOURY Elie , AMM Elie
Published: September 2024

Background: The spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has led to a major public health issue. This study aimed to assess the factors that influence the Lebanese people in undergoing an orthodontic treatment after the outbreak of COVID-19, as well as the factors that influence their choice of orthodontic appliance type.
Methods: 489 Lebanese participants (199 men and 290 women) were invited to fill a questionnaire developed on Google Forms. Eligible participants were simply Lebanese people including those who immigrated during the crisis. Dentists, dental students and foreigners were excluded from the study. The link for the questionnaire was sent to the patients via WhatsApp. It is a brief, structured 10-item questionnaire that assesses the relationship between the economic recession and the COVID-19 pandemic and the Lebanese participants' decision to initiate orthodontic treatment and their choice of appliance type.
Results: A total of 489 responses were obtained: 199 men (41%), 290 women (59%) with a mean age of 24 years ±8.4 years (age range: 13 to 64 years). Half of the participants feel anxious in consulting for an orthodontic opinion during the pandemic. Almost half of the respondents are thinking of starting orthodontic treatment after the start of COVID-19. The responses showed that most participants (71%) believe that the current economic crisis in Lebanon influences their decision to start an orthodontic treatment. Regarding the choice of the type of orthodontic appliance, a higher number of respondents choose metal braces (traditional) than other appliances. In a normal situation, the aesthetic of the appliance is the most important factor in choosing the appliance.
Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic and the current economic crises in Lebanon had a negative impact on the financial and emotional well-being of the Lebanese people, on their decision to initiate an orthodontic treatment as well as on choosing the type of the appliance. However, despite the difficult circumstances facing the country, a big part of the respondents was not discouraged from initiating treatment.
Editorial
Authors: NEHMÉ Edgard
Published: September 2024

In a world that is constantly being made, undone and remade, we are experiencing today a new tragedy, still «without visible borders” that crosses continents to affect almost the entire planet. For whom and why all these misfortunes, these daily cohorts of deaths, wounded, displaced and massive destruction.
In the name of what God, what belief and what evil strategy do the initiators and disbelievers neo-inciting warriors of the present century have the monopoly to decide the gruesome fate of humanity? The history of mankind teaches us that hegemonic tendencies have been only ephemeral parenthesis over the centuries. It also tells us much about the megalomaniac, often genocidal, nature of the so-called Great Leaders and other leaders who led their peoples to the worst fates. More recently, during the past century,two wars had engaged continents on a greater or lesser scale with its contingent of human losses, destruction and horrors.
Beyond Back-to-Back: Rethinking Meetings for Well-Being and Productivity
Authors: Westover Jonathan
Published: September 2024

This article explores the psychological factors contributing to "meeting fatigue" in many organizations and offers recommendations for restructuring meeting culture in a more sustainable way. Meetings are increasingly used by companies as a collaboration tool, but can satisfy deeper human drives for involvement, approval, and control rather than just productivity. However, over-reliance on frequent and back-to-back meetings takes a psychological toll by disrupting focus, activating stress responses, and reducing autonomy. Though intended to increase productivity, excessive scheduling often backfires as overstressed employees are less effective. The article recommends guidelines for purposeful meetings, empowering employees to consider alternatives, limiting back-to-backs, using timeboxes and clear agendas, and fostering well-being. A case study demonstrates reductions in staff meeting time and improvements in productivity after implementing norm changes. Overall, the article makes the case that rethinking meeting culture grounded in behavioral science can boost employee engagement and company performance.
The Effect of Online Application Use on Student Academic Achievement in Higher Education
Authors: Fadhil Khoirul , Herawati Susi , Pebrina Rizki , Mudinillah Adam
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study is to analyse the impact of Online Application Use on Student Academic Performance in Colleges using E-Learning and Whatspad. The use of E-learning and WhatsApp as online learning platforms is increasingly applied. E-learning offers flexibility in time and place of study, as well as easy and fast access to information. WhatsApp, on the other hand, enables easy and quick communication between students, lecturers, and learning groups. The study aims to analyze the impact of the use of E-Learning and WhatsApp on student academic achievement in colleges. The survey method was carried out on 200 students from various majors at Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar State Islamic University (UIN). Data was collected through questionnaires that measured the intensity of E-learning and WhatsApp usage, as well as student academic achievement. Research results show that the intensity of E-learning and WhatsApp use by students is high. Descriptive statistical analysis showed that the average student IPK was 3.52 with a standard deviation of 0.48. The average E-learning intensity was 3.2 hours per day with the standard 1.2 hour deviation, while the average WhatsApp usage intensity is 2.8 hours a day with an standard 1.1 hours deviation. Correlation analysis shows a significant positive correlation between the intensity of E-learning usage and student academic achievement (r = 0.52, p < 0.01). This suggests that the higher the use intensity, the higher also the student's academic performance. Significant positive relationship was also found between WhatsApp intensity and students' academic accomplishment (r=0.48, p<0.01). This indicates that the greater the intensities of WhatsApp use, the larger are the student's academical achievements. The study concluded that the use of E-learning and WhatsApp proved to have a significant positive impact on student academic achievement. These online platforms can help students improve their learning outcomes by providing easy access to information, flexibility in time and place of study, and effective communication.
Exploring Transitions: Young Adult Development From A Psychological Perspective
Authors: SM Khairatunnimah. , Latipah Eva
Published: September 2024

This research aims to describe the development of young adults from a psychological perspective. This research uses literature review research, namely conducting library searches and research by reading various kinds of books, journals and other library publications related to the topic under study. Data analysis techniques used in this research is a content analysis method. Meanwhile, the data sources used are books and research journals. The results of this research are that early adulthood is also known as the transition from adolescence to adulthood, which occurs approximately between the ages of 20 and 40 years. The transition from dependence on others to independence, both in terms of economics, freedom of self-determination, and views of the future, as well as changes in physical, intellectual, social roles, psychology, and reproductive abilities. However, early adulthood is considered an immature age in terms of social relationships, because the busyness of pursuing a career, working, getting married, and involvement in activities outside the home decreases. As a result, early adult individuals will experience social isolation for the first time, this is known as a competitive crisis by Erickson.
A Study Based the Cite Space Visual Analysis - Topics Selection of ‘Anxiety’ for Master's Theses in Chinese International Education, 2011-2023
Authors: Biao Meilin
Published: September 2024

In this study, we employed the Cite Space software to conduct a bibliometric analysis of the selected topics of 'anxiety' in the master's theses on Chinese international education on China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) from 2011 to 2023. The study revealed that research in this field has demonstrated a fluctuating growth trend, with research hotspots focusing on the influence of affective factors on second language acquisition, international students' learning anxiety and teaching anxiety. Despite the wealth of research on the topic of 'anxiety' in Chinese master's degrees, the study identified several limitations, including the use of a single research method and an unclear understanding of research hotspots. To advance the field, future research should adopt a more diverse range of research methods and delve deeper into the exploration of research hotspots.
A Study of the Integration of Patriotism and Social Emotional Learning Skills in Primary Chinese language Textbooks
Authors: Wei Ping
Published: September 2024

This paper explores the integration of patriotism education and SEL in primary school language textbooks, analyses SEL resources in primary school language textbooks, and points out the limitations of integrating SEL education in the current primary school language classroom based on the analysis of classroom videos. The study found that the content of patriotism education in language textbooks is closely related to the five core competencies of SEL and can effectively promote students’ SEL development. However, in classroom practice, teachers’ understanding and use of SEL are still inadequate, leading to problems such as generalised assessment of affective attitudes, lack of inspirational questioning style, and insufficient student subjectivity. This paper suggests strengthening the training of teachers’ SEL teaching ability, improving the questioning method and enriching the form of homework, so as to promote students’ better development of SEL ability in language learning, and to lay the foundation for cultivating future talents with a sense of social responsibility and civic awareness.
Rire des campagnards et des hillbillies : une histoire transnationale des spectacles de musique du bon vieux temps (1921-1929)
Authors: Lavoie Pierre
Published: September 2024

Cet article revisite l’historiographie de la musique country aux États-Unis et celle de la musique traditionnelle au Québec en croisant l’analyse des phénomènes des barn dance shows et des veillées du bon vieux temps des années 1920. En extirpant ces pratiques culturelles de leurs cadres nationaux et des présupposés découlant de la catégorisation musicale, l’auteur y observe de nouvelles potentialités, autant d’un point de vue esthétique et poétique que social et politique. Les spectacles de musique du bon vieux temps, de part et d’autre de la frontière, auraient ainsi brièvement offert à leur public une occasion de moduler leur rapport aux identités collectives, aux traditions et au passé à l’aune du rire, de l’humour et de la parodie.
RP-HPLC method for quantification of cefotaxime sodium by using design of experiment, a green analytical approach: Analytical method development, validation, and application
Authors: Nair Akhil , Chandrashekhar H. Raghu , Nayak Usha Y.
Published: September 2024

The current work integrates design of experiment (DoE) techniques for developing, validating, and quantifying Cefotaxime sodium through RP-HPLC. Four independent factors were considered: flow rate, mobile phase ratio, oven temperature, and injection volume. A full factorial design was applied to optimize the parameters and determine the significant variables. Using the DoE approach, a more environmentally friendly separation and quantification were achieved with the help of the Venusil XBP. C8 column (5 um × 4.6 × 250 mm), a flow rate of 0.8 ml/minute, and a mobile phase ratio consisting of a binary combination of A:B (15:65). The organic phase (A) consisted of acetonitrile, while the aqueous phase (B) consisted of ammonium acetate, and the pH was adjusted to 6.1 with the aid of glacial acetic acid. The injection volume was set at 20 μl, and the elution was performed at a wavelength of 235 nm using a UV detector. The method was validated according to International Conference on Harmonisation guidelines, and it successfully determined the amount of Cefotaxime in Cefotaxime-loaded nanosponges. Tools such as Analytical Greenness metric (AGREE), “National Environmental Method Index” (NEMI), and “Green Analytical Procedure Index” (GAPI) were used to assess the greenness of the proposed method, along with a comparison of the proposed method with other reported HPLC methods. The proposed method proved to be eco-friendly, with better qualitative and quantitative results, as well as greener NEMI and GAPI quadrants. It also achieved a higher AGREE score (0.68) than the reported method (0.44).
Role of alpha-7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor down-regulation in cyclic nucleotide reduction in memory-related brain regions of Alzheimer’s rats
Authors: Agrawal Neetu , Agrawal Neetu , Goyal Ahsas
Published: September 2024

In this study, we investigated the effect of the downregulation of α7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (α7nAChRs) by Streptozotocin (STZ) on the level of cyclic nucleotides. Three groups of six rats each—Control, Sham (received an Intracerebroventricular injection of artificial cerebrospinal fluid, and STZ were formed. Except for the control group, all rats were anesthetized with 45 mg/kg of pentobarbitone. The STZ was administered intracerebroventricularly at a dose of 3 mg/kg to STZ group rats on Day 1 as well as Day 3 of an experimental period of 18 days. By using the Morris Water Maze (MWM) along with the Y-maze test, behavioral parameters were assessed, and biochemical analysis was assessed within the hippocampus, prefrontal cortex as well as amygdala of the rat brain. Statistical analysis was performed using repeated measures with one-way and two-way analysis of variance. Bonferroni and Student Newman–Keuls post hoc test was used to determine significance between experimental groups, with a significance threshold of p < 0.05. STZ administration resulted in a notable decline in the cognitive function of rats, as evidenced by longer transfer latency, reduced duration spent, and decreased overall distance covered within the designated quadrant (in percentage) in the MWM assessment. Moreover, STZ lowered the spontaneous change in behavior observed in the rodents during the Y-maze evaluation and decreased Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate and Cyclic Guanosine Monophosphate (cyclic nucleotides) concentrations within the HIP, PFC, and Amygdale of rat brain regions. The α7nAChR downregulation may form a basis that could serve as a foundation for cognitive impairments alongside reduced cyclic nucleotides’ concentration in specific areas of the rat brain. Thus, cyclic nucleotides could be a probable target to stimulate the α7nAChR mediated mechanism in STZ-mediated conditions.
Kultura wellbeing… w kuchni. Refleksja o jedzeniu w kontekście pojęcia dobrostanu (wellbeing)
Authors: Maj Agnieszka
Published: September 2024

Celem artykułu jest pokazanie, że nawiązanie do pojęcia dobrostanu w szerokim rozumieniu (nie tylko w aspekcie zdrowia fizycznego, ale również w sensie emocjonalnym czy społecznym) wykorzystuje się w reklamach żywności, aby zachęcić konsumentów do nabywania produktów spożywczych. Samo odwoływanie się do idei dobrostanu w reklamie żywności nie oznacza jednak budowania „pozytywnej kultury żywieniowej”, to znaczy takiej, która wspiera zdrowe nawyki żywieniowe (Mingay et al., 2021), ponieważ takie nawiązania można znaleźć również w reklamach słodyczy czy jedzenia typu fast food. Jednym z zastosowanych w artykule odniesień teoretycznych jest koncepcja food for wellbeing (Block et al., 2011), która stanowi uzupełnienie popularnej dotychczas koncepcji food for health.
The relationship between the inflation rate and the unemployment rate in Poland and their long-term associations with selected macroeconomic variables
Authors: Koterwa Jan , Kycia Hubert , Czapkiewicz Anna
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between the inflation and unemployment rates in Poland and to analyze their long-term relationships with selected macroeconomic variables: the WIG20 index, consisting of the 20 largest Polish companies noted on Warsaw Stock Exchange, the USD/PLN exchange rate, the Brent crude oil index, and the interest rate on 10-year government bond yields. The main objective of the study is to determine the relationship between inflation and unemployment. In this study, a vector error correction model (VECM) was used to study long-run dependence. The impulse response function and forecast error variance decomposition were also used to examine the interactions between variables. There is one long-run relationship between the factors studied. Both the values of the VECM model parameters and the results of the impulse response function indicate that there is a negative relationship between inflation and unemployment in the short term. In the long term, there is a positive relationship, resulting in the stagflation phenomenon.
Negative cell cycle regulation by Calcineurin is necessary for proper beta cell regeneration in zebrafish
Authors: Massoz Laura , Bergemann David , Lavergne Arnaud , Reynders Célia , Désiront Caroline , Goossens Chiara , Flasse Lydie , Peers Bernard , Voz Marianne L , Manfroid Isabelle
Published: September 2024

Stimulation of pancreatic beta cell regeneration could be a therapeutic lead to treat diabetes. Unlike humans, the zebrafish can efficiently regenerate beta cells, notably from ductal pancreatic progenitors. To gain insight into the molecular pathways involved in this process, we established the transcriptomic profile of the ductal cells after beta cell ablation in the adult zebrafish. These data highlighted the protein phosphatase calcineurin as a new potential modulator of beta cell regeneration. We showed that calcineurin overexpression abolished the regenerative response, leading to glycemia dysregulation. On the opposite, calcineurin inhibition increased ductal cell proliferation and subsequent beta cell regeneration. Interestingly, the enhanced proliferation of the progenitors was paradoxically coupled with their exhaustion. This suggests that the proliferating progenitors are next entering in differentiation. Calcineurin appears as a guardian which prevents an excessive progenitor proliferation to preserve the pool of progenitors. Altogether, our findings reveal calcineurin as a key player in the balance between proliferation and differentiation to enable a proper beta cell regeneration.
Novel cyclic homogeneous oscillation detection method for high accuracy and specific characterization of neural dynamics
Authors: Cho Hohyun , Adamek Markus , Willie Jon T , Brunner Peter
Published: September 2024

Determining the presence and frequency of neural oscillations is essential to understanding dynamic brain function. Traditional methods that detect peaks over 1/f noise within the power spectrum fail to distinguish between the fundamental frequency and harmonics of often highly non-sinusoidal neural oscillations. To overcome this limitation, we define fundamental criteria that characterize neural oscillations and introduce the cyclic homogeneous oscillation (CHO) detection method. We implemented these criteria based on an autocorrelation approach to determine an oscillation’s fundamental frequency. We evaluated CHO by verifying its performance on simulated non-sinusoidal oscillatory bursts and validated its ability to determine the fundamental frequency of neural oscillations in electrocorticographic (ECoG), electroencephalographic (EEG), and stereoelectroencephalographic (SEEG) signals recorded from 27 human subjects. Our results demonstrate that CHO outperforms conventional techniques in accurately detecting oscillations. In summary, CHO demonstrates high precision and specificity in detecting neural oscillations in time and frequency domains. The method’s specificity enables the detailed study of non-sinusoidal characteristics of oscillations, such as the degree of asymmetry and waveform of an oscillation. Furthermore, CHO can be applied to identify how neural oscillations govern interactions throughout the brain and to determine oscillatory biomarkers that index abnormal brain function.