bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Versatility of the Axillary Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump in Adult Cardiac Surgery
Authors: Taylor Marcus , Mouyer Zakariya , Abdelaal Eltigani , Nwaejike Nnamdi
Published: January 2025

The axillary intra-aortic balloon pump (ax-IABP) has been proposed as an alternative to the femoral IABP, particularly for patients with comorbidities rendering them unsuitable for fem-IABP insertion. Patient mobilisation with the ax-IABP in situ is deemed an additional potential benefit. We reviewed our experience with the ax-IABP. A single-centre retrospective review of all adult patients undergoing cardiac surgery (including heart transplantation) in a UK quaternary cardiac surgery centre between 2017 and 2021 was undertaken. During the study period a total of 232 IABPs were inserted, of which 2.2% (n = 5) were ax-IABPs. Overall in-hospital mortality for this cohort was 19.9% (n = 46). Amongst the five patients who received an ax-IABP, the mean age was 57.4 years, and three patients were female. All patients received an ax-IABP through the right axillary artery via a Dacron side graft. Appropriate positioning was confirmed with real-time fluoroscopy and transoesophageal echocardiography. Operations included heart transplantation (n = 1), coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) (n = 1), CABG & mitral valve surgery (n = 2) and CABG & mitral & aortic valve surgery (n = 1). No patient experienced IABP-related morbidity and three patients survived to discharge. In this limited series, ax-IABP has emerged as a reasonable alternative to fem-IABP. Several patients in this series who received an ax-IABP were not suitable for fem-IABP. The absence of IABP-related morbidity in this series supports the usage of ax-IABP as an appropriate alternative treatment for patients requiring IABP support.
Factors associated with stunting in children aged under five years: A systematic review
Authors: Prasetyo Yoyok Bekti , Syafi'i Doni Muhammad
Published: January 2025

Background: Nutritional intake determines the future growth and development of children under five.

Objectives: This article aims to analyze the direct and indirect determinants of stunting.

Methods: Systematic literature review selected from Scient Direct, Taylor & Francis, ProQuest, Wiley Online Library, and Pubmed. Publication years: Post-2017. Articles will be selected using PRISMA (Preferred. Reporting Items for Systematic. Reviews and Meta-analyses).

Result: The direct factors causing stunting include boys (aOR 2.2; 95% CI 1.1-4.2) and low birth weight (aOR 2.55; 95% CI 2.05–3.15). Indirect factors include low socioeconomic (aOR = 5.41, 95% CI 3.91–7.48); low education (aOR = 2.55, 95% CI 1.26–5.17); pregnancy interval (AOR 0.71; 95% CI 0.58-0.87); and physical violence against mothers (aOR 1.83; 95% CI 1.21-2.77).

Conclusions: The causes of stunting include child and other factors. Factors outside the child have more variations, including maternal, nutritional, and environmental factors.
Factors Influencing the Extent of Electronic Personal Health Record Use in Older Adults (Preprint)
Authors: Agrawal Lavlin , DaSouza Richelle Oakley , Mulgund Pavankumar , Chaudhary Pankaj
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Electronic Personal Health Records (ePHRs) have significant potential to improve health management for older adults by enhancing access to medical information and communication with healthcare providers. However, usage remain low among individuals aged 65 and older. Existing research points to barriers such as low self-efficacy, digital literacy, and usability challenges, but the specific factors influencing ePHR use among the elderly are not fully understood.

OBJECTIVE

This study integrates the Aging and Technology framework and the Patient Technology Adoption Model to investigate key predictors of ePHR use, including age, education, issue involvement, performance expectancy, effort expectancy, and self-efficacy, while controlling for demographic factors such as gender, race, and income.

METHODS

This study uses data collected from the Health Information National Trends Survey (HINTS 5 Cycle 3) which includes 532 respondents representing 13,136,180 U.S. adults aged 65 and older when survey weights are utilized. The study uses structural equation modeling to analyze the frequency of ePHR access in the last 12 months.

RESULTS

Results show that older adults with higher self-efficacy used ePHRs more frequently, and factors such as issue involvement, performance expectancy, and effort expectancy positively influenced ePHR use. Interestingly, self-efficacy also partially mediates the impact of age on the frequency of ePHR use.

CONCLUSIONS

These findings suggest that improving self-efficacy, focusing on usability, and enhancing perceived benefits are critical for increasing ePHR usage among the elderly. The study underscores the need for targeted interventions to support elderly users, to simplify interfaces, and to provide educational resources, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life for older adults.

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Ph Stability of Whitening Hydrogen Peroxide Gels with Different Application Times
Authors: Castro-González José Alejandro , Siniscalchi-Soares Luiza , Augusto-Hilgert Leandro , Ferreira-Zanatta Rayssa
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Tooth whitening is an aesthetic and conservative technique, with hydrogen peroxide in high concentrations being one of the most commonly used agents. Objective: This study evaluated the pH stability of whitening gels with a high hydrogen peroxide concentration during the application with and without bovine tooth enamel contact. Material and methods: The pH of three hydrogen peroxide bleaching gels was measured with the help of a calibrated pH meter. These were OpalescenceTM BoostTM 40% (OpB), Whiteness HP Blue 35% (WHPB), and Whiteness HP 35% (WHP). The gels were used following the manufacturer’s recommendations, and the pH was measured every 5 minutes until reaching the application time of each product, respectively, 20 minutes for OpB, 40 minutes for WHPB and 15 minutes for WHP. The measurement was also made with the gels in contact with bovine tooth enamel. Results: OpB and WHPB presented an alkaline and stable pH, while WHP started with a neutral pH at the time of application but became acidic over time. There were no significant differences between the pH of the gels alone or on enamel. Conclusion: The pH of OpB and WHPB remained stable during use, both alone and in interaction with dental tissue, while WHP decreased its pH after 15 min.
Genotoxicidad por tratamiento con ortodoncia fija
Authors: Pérez-Vielma Nadia Mabel , Domínguez-Rojas Maritere , Mendoza-Tapia Sheila Verónica , Angeles-Estrada Lucia , Sánchez-Monroy Virginia
Published: January 2025

Introducción: el tratamiento de ortodoncia fija implica el uso de materiales, incluyendo metales que pueden generar daños celulares como alteraciones genéticas durante la división celular, algunas de ellas como la presencia de micronúcleos (mn), la oxidación de del ácido desoxiribonucleico (adn) y su degradación. Objetivo: evaluar el daño genotóxico por la terapia de ortodoncia fija con metales. Material y Métodos: se evaluaron las células epiteliales bucales de 51 pacientes antes y un año después de la colocación de tratamiento de ortodoncia fija con Brackets Dentaurum Equilibrium 2, de acero inoxidable. Se analizó la frecuencia mn por tinción de Feulgen, se realizó extracción de adn con el kit DNeasy® Blood and Tissue Kit (Qiagen Ldt) y se observó la degradación de adn por electroforesis. Además, se evaluó la oxidación del adn por cuantificación de la molécula de 8-hidroxidesoxiguanosina (8-OHdG) mediante ensayo de inmunoadsorción ligado a enzima (elisa) de la marca Enzo life sciences. Resultados: se detectó incremento de la frecuencia de mn en las células epiteliales bucales al comparar los resultados antes (0%) y después del tratamiento (18%) (p<0.004). La degradación de adn también incrementó, detectando un 45% de muestras degradadas antes del tratamiento y 88% después del tratamiento (p=0.002). La concentración de 8-OHdG se incrementó aproximadamente al doble después del tratamiento (13.6 ± 1.2 ng/mL) en comparación con la medición previa al tratamiento (5.8 ± 0.49) (p=0.04). Conclusiones: los resultados presentados aquí demuestran daño en el adn después de un año de la terapia de ortodoncia fija con metales.
Predicting Human Behavior by Voice and Face Modulation
Authors: S Soundarya
Published: January 2025

The secret to clearly expressing one's views and ideas is communication. Speech is the most prevalent and efficient
means for humans to communicate out of all the many types of communication. The Internet of Things (IoT) age is evolving
quickly, making increasingly sophisticated technology accessible for daily use. Basic wearable gadgets to sophisticated selfdriving cars automated systems used in a variety of industries are examples of these applications. Intelligent apps mostly employ
voice- based input, are interactive, and require little user effort to operate. Because of this, these computer programs must be
able to fully understand human speech. The speaker's age, race, gender, language, and mood may all be inferred from a speech
percept. An emotion detection system is integrated with a number of current voice recognition systems utilised in Internet of
Things applications to assess the speaker's emotional state. One of these techniques for identifying human emotions (such as
fear, neutral, anger, pleasure, disgust, sorrow, and surprise) is based on the technique for analysing facial expressions
employing the popular deep learning
МУИС-ИЙН 80 ЖИЛИЙН ТҮҮХЭН ДЭХ ФИЛОСОФИЙН СУРГАЛТ, СУДАЛГААНЫ АГУУЛГА, АРГА ЗҮЙН ӨӨРЧЛӨЛТ
Authors: М Отгонбаяр , Ц Гомбосүрэн
Published: January 2025

Over the past 50 years of the Mongolian People’s Republic’s history, and within the initial 30 years of Mongolia’s history, spanning the 80-year existence of the National University of Mongolia (NUM), the aim of this article is to investigate changes in philosophy, research, and methodology during this specific timeframe. In this context, the examination of philosophy in Mongolia is categorized into two periods—pre and post the 1990s. The analysis covers the shift from the dominant Marxist Leninist philosophy, encompassing dialectical and historical materialism before 1990, to the current content of the philosophy curriculum in higher educational institutions in Mongolia. Furthermore, the update of the bachelor’s and master’s philosophy programs at NUM has been explored through the lenses of meta philosophy, theoretical philosophy, and the history of philosophy.
A Critical Comparative Analysis of Media Trends in the Arab-Israeli Conflict: A Case Study of Al Jazeera and The Washington Post Critical Discourse Analysis
Authors: Warshaga Abdallah , Ang Pei Soo , Peng Huan Chang
Published: January 2025

In an era where media warfare parallels armed conflict, this research scrutinizes journalistic strategies in the Washington Post and Al Jazeera English's coverage of the Arab-Israeli conflict. Utilizing Fairclough's critical discourse analysis (2003a) and Martin and White's attitudinal framework (2005), the study unveils the covert mechanisms governing evaluative language to project particular emotional and moral perspectives. Analyzing 35 news texts from each outlet, it elucidates the interplay between power dynamics, emotions, and ingrained biases. The findings indicate that media entities like Al Jazeera and The Washington Post compromise integrity for emotional engagement and sensationalism, steering public sentiment towards intolerance. Al Jazeera emerges as a stern critic of American double standards, emphasizing narratives that bolster Arab and Muslim viewpoints while condemning Israeli occupation and U.S. policies. Conversely, The Washington Post offers vibrant portrayals of American geopolitical interests, downplaying Arab and Palestinian grievances. The study underscores the critical need for journalistic integrity, advocating for a shift in conflict reporting to acknowledge the detrimental impact of emotional narratives that not only taint public discourse but also hinder peaceful resolutions. This research serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the peril of newsrooms morphing into ideological battlegrounds, thus risking their role as promoters of truth.

Keywords: Appraisal in News Discourse, Critical Discourse Analysis, Ideologies in Al Jazeera and Washington Post, Attitude in Palestinian-Israeli Conflict, the Deal of the Century
The Relationship between Reading Strategies and the Level of Comprehension among Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a Private Arabic School Language Acquisition
Authors: Khelifi Imen , Mustapha Nik Farhan , Toklubok@Hajimaming Pabiah
Published: January 2025

It is known that students with autism spectrum disorder face many difficulties in acquiring language skills, including reading skills, due to their delay in language development, but some of them can memorize, a strong memory, and sensitivity to different stimuli. Previous studies have indicated that research on reading strategies has been carried out widely in Western countries, as it has a great potential on discovering the impact of these strategies on comprehension and understanding in this category of students. Therefore, this research will discover the strategies of learning and reading for Arab students with autism spectrum, by adopting the qualitative field approach, and based on this, it was discovered that visual integration and interactive sensory integration have a positive impact on students' comprehension of the reading text, and therefore it is necessary to rely on visual and sensory means in order to raise their level of comprehension.

Keywords: Autism spectrum, reading skills, reading strategies, reading comprehension, reading comprehension, visual and sensory integration.
The Contributions of Nigerian Writers in Translating Some Literary Works into Arabic Language Literature
Authors: Atotileto Abdussalam Aminu , Abdussalam Uthman
Published: January 2025

This study examines the noteworthy contributions of Nigerian writers in the translation of literary works into the Arabic language. As part of the growing global exchange of literary ideas, Nigerian authors have played a pivotal role in bridging cultural and linguistic gaps by translating their works, as well as the works of others, into Arabic. The research delves into the motivations, challenges, and impact of these literary translations, examining the impact on the reception of Nigerian literature in Arabic-speaking communities. Additionally, the study sheds light on the challenges faced by these writers in the translation process and the strategies employed to overcome them. exploring the socio-cultural context, it is also aims to shed light on the nuanced process of bringing Nigerian literature to an Arabic-speaking audience. Through this investigation, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of cross-cultural literary exchange and highlights the role of Nigerian writers in fostering linguistic diversity and cultural dialogue. Furthermore, the researcher observes that writers in Nigeria have played an active role in the translation movement, contributing to the development of the Arabic language. Notable figures include Professor Isaac Ogunbiyi, who translated a collection of Yoruba folktales from Yoruba to Arabic, titled "Folk Stories about the Turtle among the Yoruba," in 1974. The late Dr. Olalere Adigun (d. 1991) also translated an English novel into Arabic titled "The African Night Entertainment" in 1994. Additionally, Professor Masoud Raji translated an English novel into Arabic titled "The Burning Grass" in 1997. Moreso, Professor Ahmed Sheikh Abdul Salam translated a Yoruba novel into Arabic titled “Ireke Onibudo” in 1994, and Professor Mashood Mahmoud Jimba translated another Yoruba novel into Arabic titled "The Bold Hunter in the Forest of Spirits" (Ogboju Ode Ninu Igbo Olodumare) in 2002, others. This research adopts a descriptive exploratory approach and an analytical method, extracting samples from books translated into Arabic by Nigerian writers.

Keywords: Literary, Translation, Arabic, Nigerian, Cultural Exchange
Students’ Needs towards Learning Arabic Language Via the Electronic Network: Saraf Unit as a Model Language Learning
Authors: Rashidi Aishin Nada Ahmad , Seman Haji Mohammad , Hussin Mohamad
Published: January 2025

This study aims to reveal the needs of non-Arabic students in learning the Arabic language via e-learning using morphology units as a model. This study was conducted at the University of Kuala Lumpur Business School (UniBis), where the Arabic language is a compulsory subject that students from Islamic Finance and Tourism Planning and Development programs are required to complete. The students’ needs were measured by a close-ended questionnaire. The data were analyzed using the Statistical Program for Social Sciences (SPSS) to find out the percentage, frequency and mean. The findings show some important results in solving students’ problems and their needs to use multimedia elements in online learning. The students are in need of learning the Arabic language via online platforms as they do not encounter many problems in using it and the use of multimedia is important to improve their understanding.
Collocations in Essay Writing by Foreign Arabic Language Learners Language Acquisition
Authors: Garba Mahmud Abubakar
Published: January 2025

Collocations are an important aspect of foreign language learning; Because it greatly enhances linguistic proficiency, especially in written or spoken expression. The current study aims to explore the effect of collocations in improving written expression among learners of Arabic as a foreign language in Nigeria. Employing a quasi-experimental design, the research endeavors to assess the influence of collocations on the advancement of written expression among third-year undergraduate students enrolled in the essay writing course in the Arabic Department during the academic year 2022/2023 at Umar Musa Yar’adua University Katsina, Nigeria. The selection of participants for this essay writing exercise was conducted through purposive sampling, resulting in a sample size of seventy students. These participants were then divided into two groups: an experimental group consisting of 35 students(n=35) and a control group also consisting 35 students(n=35). Data collection was executed through pre- and post-test essay writing tasks, with subsequent data analysis relying on inferential statistics. The results indicated that there were statistically significant differences at the significance level (p=000) between the two groups in the post-test. This means that the results of the study indicate an improvement in the performance of the experimental group in terms of the content of writing, use of vocabulary in the form of collocations, and the use of language, compared to the control group in the post-test. Therefore, it can be said that collocations have an impact on the development of written expression in the form essay writing for learners of Arabic as a foreign language at Umar Musa University Katsina, Nigeria.

Key Words: Collocations, Foreign language learning, lexical Approach, Essay Writing, grammar and Translation
Analysis of Spelling Errors Among Students of the Department of Arabic Language Studies at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin Error Analysis
Authors: Wan Mat Wan Lisma
Published: January 2025

Spelling has great importance and tremendous status and is the means of correcting correct writing. Despite its great importance, the problem of spelling weakness appears clearly among learners of Arabic for non-native speakers at all levels of education. Therefore, the researcher aimed to analyze spelling errors due to the presence of many obstacles and defects in the spelling skill among students of the Department of Arabic Language Studies in the second semester of the academic stage for the year 2023/2024 at Sultan Zainal Abidin University, Malaysia. To achieve this, she relied on the qualitative-analytical approach to reach the desired goal. Among its goals, she seeks to clarify the extent of students' understanding of the difference between the tied Taa and the tied Haa, and between the tied Taa and the open Taa. From the results she reached after analyzing the data, she concluded that the percentage of differentiating between the tied Taa and the tied Haa was (21.7%), and the percentage of differentiating between the tied Taa and the open Taa was (3.5%)only. Both obtained a very low percentage. Given the results mentioned; The researcher suggested that the study of spelling in Malaysia should start early, i.e. from primary school, to eliminate spelling errors to a large extent in all educational stages, while identifying their causes and developing programs to treat them in order to develop the learners’ language and their ability to write in the manner agreed upon by the language experts. Among her suggestions is also holding an annual spelling competition among students and motivating them with a certificate of appreciation.

Keywords: Spelling Error Analysis - University Students
CROSS-BORDER COOPERATION IN THE ISLAND OF CYPRUS: FACILITATORS AND BARRIERS
Authors: Temizkan Yasin , S. Sidhu Jatswan , Devi Michael Sheila
Published: January 2025

This study examines cross-border cooperation (CBC) in the Island of Cyprus, which is marked by a protracted geopolitical dispute. It analyses the facilitators and barriers to CBC between the Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot communities and their respective States within a qualitative research framework, utilising primary and secondary sources to provide a nuanced understanding of the complex interplay between historical legacies, political dynamics, and societal interactions. Facilitators such as technical committees and third-party initiatives underscore the potential for constructive engagement. At the same time, persistent barriers like mutual distrust and Greek Cypriots’ concerns over the recognition of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) reveal the underlying challenges. The findings highlight the significance of grassroots cooperation and international support in overcoming border-related obstacles, offering insights into how CBC can contribute to good neighbourly relations between Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots. However, the findings also underscore that while CBC holds promise as a mechanism for fostering mutual understanding and reconciliation in the island of Cyprus, the barriers often overshadow the facilitators.
THE CHINA-PAKISTAN ECONOMIC CORRIDOR AND ITS IMPLICATION TOWARDS BEIJING AND ISLAMABAD RELATIONS
Authors: Sigit Sigit , Twigvanya Rachel Shannon
Published: January 2025

This paper uses qualitative methods and idealistic theory to analyse the implications of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) for Beijing and Islamabad relations. CPEC is a multidimensional development plan under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) that connects the southwestern Gwadar Port of Pakistan to China’s region. China’s multibillion-dollar investment in Pakistan is Beijing's strategic move to lead the world’s economy in return for assisting Islamabad in dealing with its foreign debt crisis through three primary areas: energy, infrastructure, and security. Islamabad sees this project as an opportunity to revive its economy while China seizes more space to strengthen its power globally. CPEC was formed to address regional issues and transform strategic rivalries into strategic alternatives and regional integration. Beijing’s massive ambition and investment through CPEC will not only impact the China-Pakistan bilateral relations alone but will also enlarge transport capacity between western China and the Arabian Sea. Furthermore, China's efforts will affect its foreign policy, which aims to dominate the world economy. This paper suggests that China and Pakistan must maintain peace and stability for an extended period for CPEC to be implemented successfully.
GLOBAL INFLUENCE OF COVID-19 WASTE ON HUMAN SECURITY
Authors: Fachrie Muhammad , Adi Kristianto Yohanes Ivan , Anugerah Faisal Yudi , Listiyani Nisa Ayu
Published: January 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to increased medical equipment consumption and global waste. Several countries, such as China, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, the USA, Italy, Turkey, Romania, and other countries, have faced the increase of global COVID-19 waste. This issue does not only increase global waste but also the threat to individuals. This research uses qualitative and human security theories as method and theoretical frameworks to understand and analyse the influence of global COVID-19 waste on human security. It aims to know how human security is affected by non-traditional security issues and advances the knowledge of the existence of threats to human security. As a result, this research finds that global COVID-19 waste influences human security by limiting the freedom of want. The consequences of this waste demonstrate a restriction on people's freedoms, particularly concerning the environment and health.
Sexual Dimorphism in Fin Size and Shape in North American Killifish
Authors: Davis Elijah , Brockelsby Kasey , Tan Milton , Fuller Rebecca
Published: January 2025

Sexual dimorphism is intriguing because it suggests that males and
females differ in phenotypic optima for traits and that sex-specific
trait values can evolve despite a shared genome. Differences in sexual
dimorphism across populations or species suggest that the nature of
sexual selection and/or genetic constraints differs among species. Here,
we measured sexual dimorphism in 20 species of North American killifish
(Fundulidae) in size and shape of dorsal, anal, and caudal fins. We
observed profound sexual dimorphism in anal and dorsal fin size and
shape across all species, suggesting a common direction of selection.
Sexual dimorphism was also present in caudal fin size and shape but was
much lower in magnitude, with several species not differing from a null
expectation of zero. There was little evidence for a phylogenetic signal
in the levels of sexual dimorphism in dorsal and anal fin traits. We
also found a strong phylogenetic correlation between sexual dimorphism
in anal and dorsal fin shape but no phylogenetic correlation between fin
area, base length, or ray length across different fins. Our results
indicate that there is pronounced sexual dimorphism in anal and dorsal
fin size and shape across fundulids. Similar patterns of sexual
dimorphism in anal and dorsal fin properties have been documented in
other groups, including gars, bichirs, graylings, minnows, and many
species in the Atherinomorpha, suggesting that this pattern may be
common across Actinopterygii.
Non-fragile sliding mode control of discrete-time T-S fuzzy singular system via a previewable approach.
Authors: He Xinxin , Ren Junchao
Published: January 2025

In this paper, the non-fragile sliding mode control (SMC) problem is
discussed for discrete-time T-S fuzzy singular systems (TSFSSs) by
employing a previewable approach. Firstly, an augmented system
incorporating the tracking error and preview information is formulated
based on lengthes of preview information. Secondly, a fuzzy non-fragile
sliding mode surface (SMS) is established for augmented error system
based on both additive and multiplicative perturbations, and the
sufficient conditions for sliding mode dynamics to be H ∞ admissibility
are derived by designing suitable Lyapunov functionals. Then, a
non-fragile preview SMC law is determined to ensure that the
reachability condition is met. Finally, the example is offered to
demonstrate that the given preview SMC law can substantially improve the
tracking performance of the original output.
A novel method for calculating number buildup factor in gamma-ray transmission measurements using narrow beam geometry
Authors: Chuong Huynh , Trang Le , Linh Nguyen , Nguyen Vo , Thanh Tran
Published: January 2025

In this article, we present a novel method to calculate the number buildup
factor for arbitrary materials in gamma-ray transmission measurements using
a narrow beam geometry. The MCNP6 code was used to simulate photon transport
within a collimated transmission configuration, which included a NaI(Tl)
scintillation detector paired with a 137Cs or 60Co radioactive source.
From these simulations, the number buildup factor values were computed for
various materials at gamma-ray energies of 661.7 keV, 1173.2 keV, and 1332.5
keV, with sample thicknesses ranging from 0.1-7.0 cm. At each specific
gamma-ray energy and material, the number buildup factor values exhibited a
strong linear relationship with the sample thickness. Furthermore, the slope
of these linear relationships can be expressed as a product of mass density and a cubic polynomial function of the atomic number. Based on these
findings, we developed a fitting formula to calculate the number buildup
factor using the input variables of sample thickness, mass density, and
atomic number. The accuracy of the fitting formula was evaluated by
comparing its results with number buildup factor values computed by MCNP6
code. The comparison showed relative deviations below 1 % for all the
investigated cases, demonstrating the high accuracy and reliability of the
fitting formula.
Prevalence of lymphedema symptoms across cancer diagnoses and association with depression, pain interference and health-related quality of life
Authors: Larsen Gitte Sone , Johansen Christoffer , Von Heymann Annika , Rafn Bolette Skjødt
Published: January 2025

Background and purpose: Lymphedema is a debilitating late effect of cancer treatments, yet its prevalence beyond breast cancer remains understudied. This study examined the prevalence of lymphedema symptoms across cancer diagnoses and their association with depression, pain interference, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL).
Patients/Material and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of Oncology, Copenhagen University Hospital, from February to April 2021, as part of a broader investigation into cancer-related late effects. Here, we present data from patients in follow-up who received online lymphedema symptom assesments (swelling, heaviness, or tightness). Utilized questionnaires were the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire, the Major Depression Inventory, and the Brief Pain Inventory. Associations between lymphedema symptoms and depression, pain interference, and HRQoL were examined via multiple linear regression.
Results: Of 1,901 patients in follow-up who received the lymphedema symptom items, 1,296 responded. Most participants had breast cancer (48%), followed by testicular (17%), gynecological (16%), and head/neck cancer (11%). One-third (n = 397) reported lymphedema symptoms, with 38% (n = 152) reporting moderate/severe symptoms. The highest symptom prevalence was seen in gynecological cancer (59%), followed by head/neck (41%), breast (21%), and testicular cancer (19%). Participants with moderate/severe lymphedema symptoms were significantly more likely to report higher depression and pain interference scores and lower HRQoL scores compared to those with no/mild symptoms.
Interpretation: Lymphedema symptoms are highly prevalent among patients who have completed treatment for diverse cancers and associated with higher scores for depression and pain interference, and lower HRQoL
Innovations in Islamic Religious Education Assessment In The Society 5.0 Era at MAN 3 Padang Panjang
Authors: Yemmardotillah M. , Rahmi Elvi , Asrizallis Asrizallis , Indriani Rini
Published: January 2025

This study examines the innovation of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) assessment in the Society 5.0 era, focusing on the integration of technology and Islamic values. The research aims to identify forms of PAI assessment innovation, analyze implementation challenges, and formulate optimization strategies. Using a qualitative approach with a case study design, the research was conducted in selected schools/madrasahs, involving PAI teachers, students, and Islamic education experts as research subjects. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis, then analyzed using thematic analysis techniques. The results show that PAI assessment innovation has evolved from the use of simple digital platforms to the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and virtual reality technology. The integration of Islamic values in technology-based assessments is realized through the application of digital integrity principles, development of assessments promoting noble character, and incorporation of the tazkiyatun nafs concept in digital self-assessment. The main challenges in implementation include infrastructure limitations, teacher and student readiness, and concerns about over-reliance on technology. Strategies developed to overcome these challenges include digital competency enhancement programs for PAI teachers, collaboration with technology experts, and a phased approach to innovation implementation. Stakeholder perceptions of PAI assessment innovation tend to vary, with students showing enthusiasm, while teachers and parents have more cautious views.
Customary Land Rights in Positive Law (Agrarian Law) and Islamic Law in Indonesia
Authors: Falahy Lutfi El , Giyarsi Giyarsi , Birahmat Budi
Published: January 2025

Abstract
This study examines the intersection of customary land rights (hak ulayat) and Islamic inheritance law within Indonesia's positive legal framework. Customary land rights, deeply embedded in the social fabric of indigenous communities, represent collective ownership and stewardship that have been integral to Indonesia's agrarian system. These rights are formally recognized in the 1945 Constitution and the Basic Agrarian Law of 1960, reflecting the nation's cultural heritage and communal values. The integration of adat law and Islamic law highlights the adaptability of these legal systems, particularly through concepts such as musha' (collective ownership) and ihya’ al-mawat (revitalizing unused land), which align with the principles of maqasid shariah to ensure justice, public welfare, and sustainability. Despite their alignment, the implementation of these principles faces challenges, including regulatory complexities and conflicts between national development goals and indigenous claims. This paper employs a qualitative, descriptive-analytical approach to explore how communal land rights and inheritance practices are recognized and adapted within Islamic and national legal frameworks. It underscores the potential for harmonizing customary law with modern legal structures to promote equitable resource management, protect indigenous rights, and achieve sustainable development. The findings emphasize the critical role of maqasid shariah in reconciling traditional practices with contemporary governance, offering insights into fostering legal and social integration in Indonesia.
CHARACTER VALUES ANALYSIS OF MORNING PLEDGE TEXT AND ITS RELEVANCE IN THE DIGITAL ERA
Authors: Mahmudah Nurul Laely , Fatkuroji Fatkuroji
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the relevance of character values in the morning pledge text to the challenges faced by students in the digital era as well as explain how Al-Azhar 15 Semarang Islamic High School students integrate these values with their use in the digital era. This research method uses content analysis qualitative (qualitative analysis method). The data sources used are pledge texts, observation notes, and interviews with students of Islamic High School Al-Azhar 15 Semarang. The steps taken in this research include data preparation and collection, coding, data organization, analysis and interpretation, and report preparation. The results showed that the character values in the morning pledge text include the characters of faith, obedience, humility, and gratitude by being devoted to parents. These character values are in line with Islamic teachings and have high relevance in facing the challenges faced by students in the digital era.
Trends in Islamic Revisionist Discourse on Qur'anic Studies (A Critical Analysis of John Wansbrough's Thought)
Authors: Supandi Muhammad Diaz , Agustono Ihwan
Published: January 2025

The following paper discusses the trend in modern revisionist discourse about Qur'ānic studies with the critical engagement of John Wansbrough's idea. Known for his historical and literary criticism, Wansbrough claimed that the Qur'an was a product of Jewish and Christian traditions, and its canonization is of much later origin than that which is ascribed to the time of the Prophet Muhammad. While influential, this thesis has been criticized as an attack on the authenticity of the Qur'ān. This paper looks at the methodology and arguments of Wansbrough in light of scholars such as Fazlur Rahman, who question the assumptions of revisionism. Through qualitative library-based research, this paper highlights some of the methodological flaws in Wansbrough's approach and proposes alternatives that are in tune with Qur'ānic studies. The findings raise the need to respond to such criticisms if misinterpretations so rife in current Qurānic discourses are to be averted. This is a research contribution to the ongoing scholarly conversation on revisionist methodologies and textual interpretation in Qur'ānic studies.
Existence And Values Of Islamic Education: (Reflection of Ma'balla Local Wisdom of Kaluppini Community, Enrekang Regency)
Authors: Rahman Abd. , Herman Arfian Alinda , Suhartina Suhartina , Hamdanah Hamdanah , Bahtiar Bahtiar
Published: January 2025

The ma'balla tradition in Kaluppini Village, Enrekang Regency, is a unique communal eating ritual that embodies Islamic educational values. This study, employing a descriptive qualitative method through interviews, observations, and documentation with local leaders and the community, explores the faith, moral, psychological, and social aspects. Ma'balla highlights faith through collective prayers, instills morality by ensuring equality in food distribution, and fosters social education through the spirit of cooperation involving the entire community. A notable feature is the active involvement of men in food preparation, reflecting a rare practice of gender equality in such traditions. Beyond preserving cultural heritage, ma'balla serves as a medium for teaching Islamic values, strengthening social bonds, and maintaining the cultural identity of the Kaluppini community. This tradition demonstrates how local wisdom can integrate spiritual and communal values, offering a meaningful model for Islamic education rooted in cultural practices.
Pelajar Islam Indonesia The Contribution of Indonesian Islamic Students (PII) to the Development of Education and Da'wah in Tapan from 1990 to 2006
Authors: Saputra Yandi Asrida , Putra Johan Septian
Published: January 2025

This study examines the role of Pelajar Islam Indonesia (PII) in developing Islamic education and proselytization in Tapan, West Sumatra, during the period 1990-2006. The main objective is to understand PII's contribution in strengthening Islamic values among students through religious activities such as Quran study groups, leadership training, and cadre formation. Using historical methods and a qualitative approach, the study collected data from interviews, archival documents, and secondary sources. The analysis stages included heuristics, source criticism, synthesis, and historiographical writing to build a comprehensive narrative. The main findings indicate that PII played an essential role in filling gaps in religious education in Tapan, particularly for young people who needed a platform for Islamic character building. Despite various challenges, including the single principle of Pancasila policy imposed during the New Order era, PII managed to sustain its presence through adaptive strategies, such as using alternative names for its activities and employing flexible approaches that remained consistent with Islamic values. PII's role in Tapan has had a significant social impact, fostering young cadres with strong religious understanding who can contribute as community leaders. The study concludes that PII in Tapan has successfully fulfilled its mission as an Islamic educational organization, consistently reinforcing Islamic values amid political constraints. This research also highlights opportunities for further studies, especially to explore PII’s role in the network of Islamic proselytization in West Sumatra and its continuity post-2006, to understand the dynamics of Islamic organizations amidst socio-political changes in Indonesia.
Teachers' opinions on teaching athletics in physical education in elementary schools
Authors: Kaplan Aleš , Antošová Dominika
Published: January 2025

Aim of the thesis: The aim of this work is to monitor teaching athletics at primary schools in Prague and to determine the extent which athletics is taught at to and what are the main factors influencing the inclusion of athletics into physical education lessons. I will attempt to evaluate the spatial and material resources of primary schools for teaching athletics. Methodology: I chose method of survey to answer the research questions. The survey was created in online form using Google Forms and then distributed via email to all public two-grade primary schools in Prague. I contacted headmasters of the schools and requested them to forward the survey to physical education teachers. Before sending out the survey, a short pilot survey was conducted. Results: The frequency of including athletics in physical education lessons is mainly influenced by the current weather and spatial conditions of school. Teachers usually focus on athletics between 2 times a week to 2 times a month. Warm-ups and preparatory activities in athletics lessons are realized mainly through stretching and running exercises. Teachers focus mostly on sprints, ball throwing, long jump, and relay races. Evaluation of students‘ performance in athletics is primarily based on their effort and individual improvement. Athletics education is mostly conducted on school athletic field.
The System-Forming Principles of the Value-Semantic System of Ethnoregional Culture of Altai
Authors:   Altai State University, Vera S. Gorshkova
Published: January 2025

The aim of the article is to identify and analyze in detail the principles of construction of elements of ethno-regional culture of Altai, creating a unique system of values, norms, meanings, beliefs, expectations about ma-terial, spiritual and creative aspects of culture. The variety of sources – religion (shamanism, burkhanism), folk art (fairy tales, bylinas, folkloric account, tales, proverbs, sayings, songs sung in the throat singing technique), artistic works (paintings, translations of texts from the Altai language, stories), household items, national cos-tumes, home and homestead arrangement – predetermines the need to describe the basis of “man – creator – world”, in accordance with which the structure of existence and society is built and functions. A person’s con-nection with Nature, the Creator (the Master of Altai, the Mistress of Altai) helps to achieve harmony with the World, entering a higher stage of development from the values of survival (preservation of the Species) to the values of self-expression (preservation of the Self with a wide range of possibilities and feelings).
Spirituality in the Digital Age: Discussions among Scholars and Theologians
Authors:   Minin Nizhny Novgorod State Pedagogical University, Elena V. Gryaznova , Aleksey G. Goncharuk ,   Minin Nizhny Novgorod State Pedagogical University
Published: January 2025

In modern digital civilization, not only the meaning of the concept of “spirituality” is being transformed, but also the creation of a new substance for it – digital. Representatives of the scientific world and religion are discuss-ing the pros and cons of possible “movements? of the human soul and its qualities. The problem is becoming not local, but global in nature, since many types of spiritual activities acquire a remote digital format. The main questions that scientists pose to science and religion are questions about the possibility of preserving in man his original state, prescribed by nature and God; will society be able to resist the temptations of technological progress, etc. In this study, scientific methods such as analysis, comparison and generalization were used. The subject of the research is to study the discussions of scientists and theologians about the possible creation by man of a substance other than consciousness, which allows him to create an alternative world to his own spirit-uality and the possible consequences of such a process for all mankind.
Hydroxyapatite as bone graft materials to support dental implant treatment: systematic review
Authors: Djaswandini Fairuz Zahira , Hardianto Andri , Yuza Abel Tasman
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Implant placement after tooth loss can prevent an alveolar bone resorption. Bone grafting is used to obtain adequate quantity and quality of alveolar bone to support dental implants. Hydroxyapatite is the primary synthetic bone graft biomaterial, with a composition and structure similar to natural bone. Hydroxyapatite biomaterials have been widely researched and developed. This study aims to summarize the modified HA materials that have been successfully used in supporting dental implant treatment. Methods: This review was conducted using a systematic review method that refers to systematic literature review simplification with PICO framework, based on PRISMA guidelines. Literature searches were performed through Science Direct, PubMed, Google Scholar, SAGE Journals, and Cochrane Library, for articles published between 2016 – 2021. Inclusion criteria for this review consisted of research articles on the use of hydroxyapatite bone graft in dental implant treatment. Results: Analysis was carried out on 11 articles on the use of hydroxyapatite bone graft in dental implant treatment with various material modifications: sintered, carbonated, eggshell-derived, 3D printed, obtained by sponge replica method, and in combination with rhBMP-2, PRF membrane, collagen membrane, and amniotic membrane. Additionally, hydroxyapatite also comes in several forms: porous block, granular, and nano-sized. Treatment success was observed through histology and histomorphometry analysis; SEM, XRD, FTIR, CBCT, and CT-Scan imaging; and ISQ value. Conclusion: This review demonstrates the modified hydroxyapatite, in combination with other materials or in various form, successfully supports dental implant treatment. This success is attributed to good osseointegration between bone and implant, bone growth, and increase in bone thickness, which are influences by the materials composition and morphology.