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Weakening Otherworldliness: Vattimo, Hermeneutics, and the Question of Contemptus Mundi
Authors:   Independent Researcher, Ambord Daniel
Published: January 2025

The lineage of philosophical hermeneutics is indelibly marked by the discourse of asceticism and otherworldliness. This influence springs most immediately from Nietzsche but finds itself provocatively manifest in the recent and ongoing return of philosophical hermeneutics to religious patterns of thought. This work will consider the hermeneutic encounter with and appropriation of asceticism in the work of Gianni Vattimo. In one sense, this engagement would appear an unlikely one, as Vattimo (following Nietzsche) is openly suspicious of the voluntary assumption of and salvific role for suffering in the quest for human flourishing. However, upon closer inspection, we see that a reconfigured asceticism, focused on the turning of power against itself and the reconfiguration of our relationship with the world, is alive and well in Vattimo’s “weak thought.” More radically, Vattimo’s thought represents a purification-even a mortification- of asceticism by cleansing it of its untenable and burdensome metaphysical baggage and allowing for a renewed and authentic approach to religiosity.
Internalizing Unequal Access to Higher Education in High School
Students’ Perspectives on Studying for the Baccalaureate
Examination in a City in Northwest Romania
Authors:   MA Student, Department of Educational Sciences, West University of Timișoara, Romania, Tomoiagă Crina , Safta-Zecheria Leyla ,   Lecturer, Department of Educational Sciences, West University of Timișoara, Postdoctoral Researcher at the Faculty of Theatre and Film, Babeș-Bolyai University, Romania & External Research Affiliate at the Inequalities and Democracy Workgroup, Democracy Institute, Central European University Budapest/Vienna
Published: January 2025

The present paper investigates the differences in how meaning is ascribed to studying for the Baccalaureate examination by 12th grade students attending a technological and theoretical track high school in Northwest Romania. Building on ten semi-structured interviews with high school students preparing for the Baccalaureate examination, the present paper argues that the unequal access to high quality academic education in high schools is internalized by students through the ways in which they relate to this exam. Technological and theoretical track students both aspire to attend higher education at some point after graduating. However, whereas theoretical track students view the Baccalaureate as a necessary step that will likely validate their learning efforts already confirmed through their previous educational pathways, technical track students view the Baccalaureate as a serious potential obstacle and major event that will determine their future educational and professional pathway and that makes their aspirational horizon appear uncertain. Students internalize the different preparation received and chances for passing the examination through the ways in which they relate to learning in preparation of the exam. Whereas theoretical track students discuss preparing for the exam as a positive emotional experience, negative emotions prevail in how students from the technological track discuss the same process. Moreover, whereas the aspirational horizons of theoretical track students seem clearly delineated and are discussed as being within their reach, the opposite is true for technological track students that view their academic future as desirable, yet uncertain, and who face pressure to seek paid employment soon after graduation. Our paper seeks to contribute to the debate surrounding the subjective dimension of the reproduction of socioeducational inequalities in the Romanian educational system.
The Social Role of Rooftops in Dense Neighborhoods. An Analysis of Daily Urban Practices in Amman
Authors:   German Jordanian University, School of Architecture and Built Environment, Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture, Amman, JORDAN, AL TAL Raed , ALQAWASMEH Farah ,   German Jordanian University, School of Architecture and Built Environment, Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture, Amman, JORDAN, AL KHOTABA Ahmad ,   German Jordanian University, School of Architecture and Built Environment, Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture, Amman, JORDAN, NOAYRAN Sara ,   German Jordanian University, School of Architecture and Built Environment, Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture, Amman, JORDAN
Published: January 2025

Residential rooftops in dense urban neighborhoods are increasingly recognized as multifunctional spaces that reflect the adaptability of residents in navigating spatial constraints and cultural traditions. This study aims to understand the social role of residential rooftops as an intermediate layer between public and private residential spheres in Jabal Al Ashrafieh. The research focuses on how inhabitants utilize, perceive, and socially construct these spaces in terms of production and social construction of theories on spatial use. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study combines qualitative insights into how rooftops form a social and spatial pattern of Amman’s urban life with quantitative analysis of usage frequency. Findings suggest that rooftops are mostly used as social spaces. Rooftops are essential social spaces, shaped by both tangible physical factors – such as the spatial setting, type of residential units, and the lack of open spaces like balconies or courtyards (with 42% of buildings lacking both) – and intangible social factors related to traditions and daily practices. More than half of the buildings whose residents use the rooftops as social spaces are multi-storey apartment blocks, but in most cases, this use is facilitated by the familial connections among the residents - in 77.5% of those buildings most residents are relatives, highlighting the role of familial connections in shaping usage. Social activities on rooftops are categorized into four main types: gathering and leisure activities (65%), environmental activities (18%), and service activities (17%), with gathering activities being the most prevalent. These findings highlight the importance of rooftops as vital extensions of living space, addressing both the social and spatial needs of urban residents. Future research could explore how these practices evolve within the broader context of urban development.
Measurement of antibiotic use in cats and dogs presenting to US primary care and referral practices provides insights for antimicrobial stewardship
Authors: Granick Jennifer L. , Beaudoin Amanda L. , Nielsen Lindsey K. , Bollig Emma R.
Published: January 2025

OBJECTIVE

To measure the prevalence of antibiotic use in dogs and cats, identify the most common antibiotic drugs prescribed, and determine the most common indications for use.

METHODS

Point-prevalence survey methodology was used to collect antibiotic prescribing data for cats and dogs from 1 practice day in 2021 at nonacademic primary care and referral practices in the US.

RESULTS

52 practices participated, comprising records for 2,599 dogs and cats. Antibiotics were prescribed to 29.2% of animals, including 24.6% prescribed antibiotics for systemic and 6.3% for topical administration. The most common systemically administered antibiotics prescribed were aminopenicillins with beta-lactamase inhibitors (29.7%), imidazoles (16.4%), first-generation cephalosporins (15.9%), and third-generation cephalosporins (12.5%). Of the 810 clinical conditions associated with antibiotic prescriptions, the majority were skin (17.0%), gastrointestinal (15.9%), surgical (12.5%), otic (8.6%), ocular (8.5%), urinary (7.8%), and respiratory (7.3%). Dogs, inpatients, and animals presenting to referral practices were more likely to receive an antibiotic prescription. For the 478 dogs and cats prescribed an antibiotic intended to treat infection, 13.4% had bacterial culture and susceptibility testing.

CONCLUSIONS

This study highlights areas for targeted antimicrobial stewardship efforts, including the limited use of bacterial culture and susceptibility testing, the frequent prescribing of third-generation cephalosporins and imidazoles, and the common use of prophylactic antibiotics for clean surgical procedures.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Measurement of antibiotic use in companion animals is critical to focus antibiotic use guideline development, highlight the need for outcomes-based research, and identify barriers to engage in antimicrobial stewardship efforts.
Intranasal administration and intramuscular administration of medetomidine are effective for sedation and may increase cardiac size in cats
Authors: Kaya Zehranur , Yanmaz Latif Emrah
Published: January 2025

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to compare the effects of intranasal (IN) and IM administration of medetomidine on cardiac size and sedation variables in cats.

METHODS

This study included 14 male tabby cats, aged 1 to 3 years, with American Society of Anesthesiologists status of 1 to 2. The cats were randomly assigned to 2 groups (IN and IM; n = 7 cats/group) and received 0.08 mg/kg of medetomidine. Radiographic and anesthesia parameters were recorded at multiple time points.

RESULTS

No significant differences were observed between the groups in terms of cardiac size, except for the ventrodorsal cardiothoracic ratio, which showed a significant increase from baseline at several time points. Heart rate, respiratory rate, rectal temperature, and systolic and diastolic blood pressure showed no significant intergroup differences. Peripheral arterial oxygen saturation was significantly lower in the IM group (90 [85 to 93]) compared to the IN group (95 [92 to 100). The onset of clinical sedation was significantly faster in the IM group (3.85 ± 1.21 minutes) than in the IN group (9.85 ± 4.98 minutes). Lateral recumbency was achieved significantly earlier in the IM group (7.28 ± 1.79 minutes) compared to the IN group (12.42 ± 4.79 minutes).

CONCLUSIONS

Both IN and IM administration of medetomidine in cats resulted in increased ventrodorsal cardiothoracic ratios compared to baseline, with no significant differences between groups for this parameter.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Both IN and IM administration of medetomidine were well tolerated and effective for sedation in cats, with comparable safety profiles.
Focus on brown dog tick–transmitted Rocky Mountain spotted fever in dogs and people: shared threats and solutions
Authors: Foley Janet , Backus Laura , López-Pérez Andrés M.
Published: January 2025

Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) kills people and dogs in rural communities throughout the Americas and in urban epidemics in Brazil and Mexico. The companion Currents in One Health by Foley et al, AJVR , March 2025, addresses the urban ecology of this devastating disease across the Americas. Cases acquired from Dermacentor spp ticks are sylvatic and sporadic, in contrast with peridomestic cases from Rhipicephalus sanguineus sensu lato, which relies on dogs as hosts. Since the early 2000s, RMSF reemerged in northern Mexico with at least 9,152 human cases and case mortality up to 50%. These cases tend to occur where people are impoverished and have marginal access to medical care. Data on RMSF in dogs are sparse, although dogs are sentinels for human risk. The presence of roaming dogs in neighborhoods is associated with human cases, canine seroprevalence, and tick abundance. Dogs and people share hematological and clinical chemical findings and results of targeted diagnostic tests. Diagnosis requires PCR confirmation or rising convalescent titers, although seropositivity can be a cross-reaction with other rickettsial organisms. Suspect cases should be treated with doxycycline immediately. Coinfection with other R sanguineus –transmitted pathogens is common. Veterinarians in clinical practice can help families manage RMSF risk with client education and provide tick preventive medication, although the considerable cost is a barrier. Veterinarians can also advise how to manage tick infestations in a home, recognizing that eradicating R. sanguineus is very difficult. To reduce roaming and canine population sizes, veterinarians should promote canine spay, neuter, and restraint to the home.
Importance of Human Faecal Biobanking: From Collection to Storage
Authors: Lewandowska Izabela , Grzech Katarzyna , Krzysztoń-Russjan Jolanta
Published: January 2025

The freezing and storage conditions of faecal samples in biobanks influence the preservation of the integrity and stability of genetic material and play a crucial role in scientific and clinical research quality. In recent years, there has been a particular increase in the number of studies related to the gut microbiome and the importance of its impact on the functioning human body. The review includes research on faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), microbiome analysis, ‘-omics’ research, cancer and parasites. The primary topic addressed in this research is the impact of storage conditions and freezing methods for faecal samples on the stability and diversity of the gut microbiome. Standardizing procedures for storing and analyzing faecal samples is essential to carry out this task. This standardization is not a goal but a necessity for the quality control of the storage of faecal samples to reach comparative results and to develop new diagnostic methods. Collected data presented here highlight a crucial step in microbiota research concerning optimizing biobanking conditions for faecal samples.
A Hybrid Approach Incorporating WSO-HO and the Newton-Raphson Method to Enhancing Photovoltaic Solar Model Parameters Optimisation
Authors: Jeridi Ahmed , Moulahi Mohamed Hedi , Khaterchi Hechmi , Zaafouri Abderrahmen
Published: January 2025

Accurate parameter estimation is vital for optimising the performance and design of photovoltaic (PV) systems. While metaheuristic algorithms (MHAs) offer promising solutions, they often face challenges such as slow convergence and difficulty balancing exploration and exploitation. This study introduces a novel hybrid approach, WSO-HO, which integrates the strengths of the war strategy optimization (WSO) and Hippopotamus Optimization (HO) algorithms, enhanced by the Newton-Raphson (NR) method, to achieve precise parameter estimation for PV models. The effectiveness of the WSO-HO algorithm was rigorously evaluated through intensive testing on three different solar panels, including the RTC France solar cell using the single diode model (SDM) and the double diode model (DDM), over 30 iterations. Comparative analysis highlights the superior performance of WSO-HO against conventional algorithms, which often struggle with accurately identifying PV model parameters. These promising results demonstrate the significant potential of this hybrid approach to improve parameter optimisation in PV systems, enabling more precise design and enhanced overall system efficiency. Furthermore, the simulation result of the performance of the WSO-HO algorithm was benchmarked against other algorithms reported in the literature, further validating its robustness and effectiveness.
The Human Development Index and the Open Unemployment Rate in Sukoharjo Regency
Authors: Magna Merlin Swantamalo , Sulistyowati Ulfah , Karisma Seli
Published: January 2025

Objective: This study analyzes the Human Development Index factors that affect the high Open Unemployment Rate in Sukoharjo Regency.
 
Theoretical Framework: There has been an increase in the Open Umployment Rate in Sukoharjo Regency from 2.47 which increased from 2022 to 3.4 in 2023. Meanwhile, the Human Development Index of Sukoharjo Regency reached 78.65 which is in a better position than Central Java Province. This condition indicates a mismatch in the needs of the job market.
 
Method: This study uses a Mix Method approach with the type of Design Squential Expeditionary research. It began by looking at the influence of Human Development Index Indicators on unemployment in Sukoharjo Regency using Path Analysis. After that, it was followed by a qualitative approach with the Literature Review method related to the influence of education on unemployment.
 
Results and Discussion: The results of the study show that the Average Length of School and Expenditure have an effect on the Open Unemployment Rate. Another condition that occurs in Sukoharjo Regency is the mismatch of qualifications for the workforce and the occurrence of the phenomenon of overeducation. Synchronization is needed between the quality of education and the availability of training programs for quality employment.
 
Research Implications: The study highlights that higher education alone is not enough to get a suitable job, so technical skills that can be acquired from training are needed for workers to get the right positions and wages.
 
Originality/Value: This research contributes to the existing literature by analyzing the factors that cause the increase in the Open Unemployment Rate in Sukoharjo Regency.
Sanitation Work on the North Coast of Rio Grande do Sul and Personal Protective Equipment From the Perspective of Expert Reports
Authors: Pereira Rômulo Röpke , Longen Willians Cassiano
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Sanitation work requires the combination of collective protection strategies and in view of actions at different points at different times, individual protection gains outstanding importance.  Objective: This article aims to verify the distribution, registration, training and use of personal protective equipment in a sanitation company and the resulting expert reports of labor lawsuits in a two-year interval.  Methodology:  The work was carried out in a company that has about 5,500 employees in the State of Rio Grande do Sul, being distributed by regions, including the north coast, with approximately 400 employees. The study was carried out on the qualitative documentary analysis of 10 labor complaints in this region.  Results: It was possible to verify that all claimants received and used personal protective equipment, proving the delivery of PPE to all claimants, but the company provided only 17% of claimants with equipment appropriate to the biological risk, in only 13% of the cases analyzed, the number of the Certificate of Approval (CA) was included in the delivery forms. Regarding personal protective equipment, in most cases the experts failed to observe the provision of the standard, so the information was not included in the reports.  Conclusion: Through the reports, it was possible to identify that the company provided and proved the supply of PPE, in addition to the confirmation by the plaintiffs that they actually used the equipment. There are flaws in expert records on such aspects when considering the specific regulatory rule.
Integral Ecology: Fraternity as a Paradigm Shift
Authors: Costa Neto Eraldo Medeiros , Lins Ana Cecília Estellita , Machado Luciano Rodolfo de Moura
Published: January 2025

Objective: The objective of this study is to highlight the importance of Integral Ecology, the theme of the 2025 Fraternity Campaign, to promote a critical debate on socio-environmental crises and impoverishment in the world.
 
Theoretical Framework: Based on the encyclical Laudato Si’, the concepts that structure Integral Ecology, Social Ecology, Spiritual Ecology and Deep Ecology are combined to promote a paradigm shift that can overcome the evils of anthropocentrism and promote a move away from the “point of no return” that seriously threatens our ecosystems.
 
Research Implications: Integral Ecology proposes overcoming material alienation, a paradigm shift for the ecological transition expected by COP 30, probably one of the last chances for international agreements to promote a move away from the “point of no return” that puts life on the planet at risk.
 
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by highlighting the importance of Brazil hosting the Conference of the Parties – COP 30 in 2025, at the same time that the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil (CNBB) established the theme “Fraternity and Integral Ecology” for the 2025 Fraternity Campaign.
Transforming Education: Challenges and Solutions in Western Balkan
Authors: Lamçja Dhurata
Published: January 2025

Objectives: This study aims to explore the challenges faced by the education systems in the Western Balkans and propose actionable solutions to enhance productivity, employment, civic engagement, and regional attractiveness for living, working, and investing.
 
Theoretical Framework: The research is grounded in the theories of educational transformation, socio-economic development, and regional integration. It emphasizes the critical role of modernized and inclusive education in fostering economic growth and stability within transitional regions like the Western Balkans.
 
Method: A comprehensive literature review was conducted to identify challenges and innovative practices. The study analyzed regional policies, initiatives, and global best practices to derive actionable strategies for educational reform.
 
Results: The findings highlight persistent challenges in the Western Balkans, including inadequate infrastructure, outdated curricula, and unequal access to quality education. Simultaneously, regional initiatives focusing on modernizing infrastructure, revising educational content, and promoting inclusivity were identified as promising solutions.
 
Discussion: The results reveal that while significant barriers to educational progress persist, ongoing reforms and collaborative regional efforts indicate potential for transformation. The integration of modern pedagogical practices, investment in infrastructure, and inclusive policies were found to be critical for addressing these challenges.
 
Research Implications: This study contributes to the discourse on regional educational reform by identifying scalable solutions and emphasizing the need for sustained investments and collaborative policymaking to ensure sustainable socio-economic development in the Western Balkans.
 
Originality: This research provides a novel perspective on the intersection of education, socio-economic growth, and regional stability in the Western Balkans. It offers actionable recommendations tailored to the region’s unique challenges and highlights the transformative potential of collaborative and innovative approaches to education reform.
History Vs. Myth A Comparative Semiotic Study of Vlad Dracula
Authors: Safavi Sarvenaz
Published: January 2025

Objectives: The purpose of this research is the comparative analysis of two Vlad Dracula from semiotic approach. First, the Vlad the Impaler who was a historical character and second, Count Dracula who created in a possible world and have a mythological character.
 
Value/Originality: The author tries to find out which features from historical Vlad interfered for creation the myth of Vlad by comparing these two characters. Also, what are the similarities of these two by comparative semiotic analysis.
 
Method: this research focuses on the qualitative method based on the comparative analysis for historical Dracula and Mythical Dracula.
 
Theoretical Framework: this article investigates on the semiotic approach based on the comparison analysis of two Dracula.
 
Result and Discussion: There are of course some similarities between the two Dracula and those similarities can be summarized in their name, physical appearance, accent, attachment to their homes, interested in blood.
IL-23/IL-17 axis in the pathogenesis and therapy of axial spondyloarthritis associated with inflammatory
Authors: Rubinstein A. A. , Gaponov N. D. , Davydov D. A. , Dun’dick V. V. , Marchenko V. N. , Kudryavtsev I. V.
Published: January 2025

In spite of obvious role of IL-17 in the pathogenesis of IBD and axial spondyloarthritis, recently, in combination of these pathologies, usage of targeted drugs aimed at IL-17 and IL-23 requires special caution. Thus, using an IL-17A inhibitor in patients with axial spondyloarthritis associated with IBD, it is possible to prevent the progression of spondyloarthritis, but cause exacerbation of IBD. In turn, using an IL-23 inhibitor in such patients, can expect remission of IBD, but progression of spondyloarthritis. The purpose of our literature review is to identify and explain the cause of such observations. In IBD, IL-23 promotes the formation of "pathogenic" Th17, and inhibition of this cytokine appears to be somewhat effective, since IL-17A production by "nonpathogenic" Th17 in the intestinal mucosa remains unchanged. At the same time, in axial spondyloarthritis, IL-23 plays an important role only in the initiation of the pathological process, rather than in maintaining joint damage in an already established disease, which may explain the ineffectiveness of targeted drugs aimed at this cytokine. Exacerbation of IBD with IL-17A inhibition may be explained by disruption of IL-17-induced intercellular epithelial contacts. However, IL-17A inhibitors are quite effective in the treatment of axial spondyloarthritis, since they prevent IL-17-induced inflammation and bone destruction. We also suggest that IL-17A in axial spondyloarthritis is secreted predominantly by myeloid cells rather than Th17. Thus, in the pathogenesis of axial spondyloarthritis associated with inflammatory bowel diseases, the IL-23/ IL-17 axis plays a central role. However, modulation of the IL-17 signaling cascade in this situation remains ambiguous and requires further study.
Role of endothelial dysfunction and intestinal microbiota in the development metabolic syndrome
Authors: Shishkin A. N.
Published: January 2025

In the article the data is about the pathogenesis of endothelial dysfunction in metabolic syndrome. The clinical picture and pathogenic particularities are described. According to recent studies the role of gut microbiota in the development of metabolic syndrome is not in doubt. Specific bacteria species can be considered as predictors of the metabolic syndrome presence.
The Relationship between Chronic Diseases and Emotional Responses in Elderly Residents
Authors:   Kyoto Koka Women’s University, Wu Xiaoyu
Published: January 2025

The "mind-body unity" theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) explains the mechanism of the occurrence of five-organ diseases as a gradual progression from “spirit” to “form”
Manejar el legado colonial. Teresa Cuervo Borda y Sophy Pizano de Ortiz en la dirección del Museo de Arte Colonial de Bogotá, 1942-1953
Authors: López Aguirre Diego Felipe
Published: January 2025

In this article I study a series of documents from the Historical Archive of the Colonial Museum (AHMC) to analyze the administrations of Teresa Cuervo (1942-1946) and Sophy Pizano de Ortiz (1946-1953) at the Museum of Colonial Art of Bogotá. In light of these documents I examine how notions of heritage, history, and art were used by both directors in the configuration of the first national public institution dedicated to the conservation of Colombia's colonial past. Both women worked in the last years of what has been called the Liberal Republic (1930-1946) and its ideas about the formation of a national identity.
Jacques Rancière, El tiempo del paisaje. Los orígenes de la revolución estética, traducido por Francisco López Martín. Akal, 2023. 128 pp.
Authors: Uribe Hanabergh Verónica
Published: January 2025

Review. Jacques Rancière, El tiempo del paisaje. Los orígenes de la revolución estética, traducido por Francisco López Martín. Akal, 2023. 128 pp.
Building Blocks for Ubuntu Information Systems Ethics
Authors: Kroeze Jan H
Published: January 2025

Although there has been interest in the ethical aspects of information systems (IS) since the 1980s, various authors have recently lamented the fact that not enough research has been done in the area and that ethics is often ignored in the IS industry. When one searches for research on the decolonisation and Africanisation of IS ethics, few outputs can be found. The main research question that this article addresses is: How can African knowledge systems and ways of knowing inform and enrich IS ethics? The main aim of the article is to identify appropriate ethical insights borrowed from Ubuntu-informed ethics, information ethics and business ethics to serve as building blocks for Ubuntu IS ethics. The article is a conceptual study that follows a philosophical approach. The research is a rudimentary attempt to enrich IS ethical theory from an African-Ubuntu viewpoint. The salient contribution is the proposal of foundations for an Ubuntu-based IS ethics, which could be used to counteract the hegemony of Eurocentric values embedded in information and communication technology.
The Influence of Socio-Economic Status, Parenting Style, and Self-Control on Children's Prosocial Behavior
Authors: Suryadi Suryadi , Dhieni Nurbiana , Edwita Edwita
Published: January 2025

The development of prosocial behavior in early childhood is crucial as it shapes future character and social interactions. This study explores the influence of socio-economic status, parenting patterns, and self-control on children’s prosocial behavior based on the Pancasila student profile at PAUD institutions in Lampung Province. Employing an associative quantitative approach with path analysis, the study involved 400 group B students. Data was collected through questionnaires, with socio-economic and parenting sections completed by parents, and prosocial behavior assessed by teachers. The instrument was tested for validity and reliability empirically, with valid items further evaluated using Cronbach's Alpha. Analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential techniques with SmartPLS version 4. The findings reveal: (1) socio-economic status significantly affects parenting patterns, (2) socio-economic status directly influences self-control, (3) socio-economic status positively impacts prosocial behavior, (4) parenting patterns influence self-control, (5) parenting patterns directly affect prosocial behavior, and (6) self-control significantly impacts prosocial behavior. The study concludes that socio-economic status, parenting patterns, and self-control positively and directly shape prosocial behavior in alignment with the Pancasila student profile. Additionally, the indirect effect of socio-economic status on prosocial behavior through parenting patterns was found to be even more significant. These findings highlight the importance of fostering a supportive socio-economic environment, effective parenting, and strong self-control to nurture prosocial behavior in early childhood, contributing to the development of children who embody the values of the Pancasila student profile.
Academic Procrastination and Its Relationship to Psychological and Social Adjustment among University Students
Authors: Abood Mohammad , Al-Adamat Omar
Published: January 2025

This study sought to identify the levels of academic procrastination and psychological and social adjustment among Hashemite University students and to reveal whether there are any differences in the psychological and social adjustment attributable to the variables of gender, college, and academic level. Moreover, the study examined the correlation between academic procrastination and psychological and social adjustment. The study recruited (350) students from Hashemite University. The Academic Procrastination and the Psychological and Social Adjustment scales were utilised to achieve the objectives. The findings showed that (65.1%) of the students had a medium level of academic procrastination, and (4.6%) of the students had substantial levels and a moderate level of psychological and social adjustment. The results demonstrated that the gender variable contributed to statistically significant differences in the degree of psychological and social adjustment. Finally, academic procrastination and psychological and social adjustments were found to be negatively and statistically significantly correlated. The study recommends providing support to university students, by helping them identify the challenges they face, find solutions for them, and overcome them with the aim of achieving their ambitions, in a way that enhances their psychological and social adjustment.
The Contribution of Transpersonal Psychology to The Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual Well-Being of Individuals
Authors: Haryanto Sri , Muslih Mohammad
Published: January 2025

This research explores the impact of transpersonal psychology on the emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being of individuals. The study aims to understand how mindfulness, meditation, and holotropic therapy contribute to holistic well-being. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, the research involved 20 participants, 12 males and eight females, aged between 25 and 60 years, from various holotropic therapy centers, meditation communities, and mindfulness groups across different ethnicities in Indonesia, including Javanese, Sundanese, and Balinese. Key informants included experts in transpersonal psychology; supporting informants were individuals directly engaged in these practices. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and participatory observation, then analyzed using thematic analysis with NVivo software. The findings indicate that transpersonal psychology significantly enhances participants' overall well-being by providing tools for deeper self-exploration, trauma healing, and spiritual development. Practices like mindfulness and meditation fostered present-moment awareness and emotional balance, while holotropic therapy facilitated access to higher states of consciousness and emotional processing. Integrating these practices into daily life helped individuals maintain a connection with their transpersonal awareness, even amidst daily challenges. This study underscores the importance of a holistic approach in psychology that includes the spiritual dimension, offering insights into how transpersonal psychology can support comprehensive personal growth and well-being.
Assessing Validity and Reliability of Muslim Student’ Interpersonal Communication Scale: A Rasch Model Study
Authors: Widyastuti Dian Ari , Purwanta Edi , Astuti Budi , Izzaty Rita Eka , Farozin Moh , Ismail Affero , Naini Rohmatus
Published: January 2025

Developing a scale of interpersonal communication for Muslim students in Indonesia is very important because of the unique cultural and religious context that these students live in. Effective interpersonal communication is essential to fostering a supportive educational environment, improving peer relationships, and improving students' overall well-being. Currently there are no published research findings that specifically discuss measuring interpersonal communication among Muslim students in Indonesia. Therefore, this research aims to develop a valid and reliable Muslim Student Interpersonal Communication Scale (MSICS). MSICS was developed based on five aspects: openness, empathy, supportiveness, positivity, and equality. Content validity was assessed by two psychometric experts, and the results were analyzed using an inter-rater agreement model. Construct validity involved 432 Muslim junior high school students in Yogyakarta City, Indonesia, and the data was analyzed using the Rasch model. The results of the interrater agreement model analysis show that there is agreement between two psychometric experts regarding the acceptability of the statement items in the MSICS. Furthermore, the Rasch model analysis shows that the MSICS appears as a valid and reliable instrument for assessing the level of interpersonal communication among Muslim students in junior high schools in Indonesia with a variance explained by measures value of 26,7% (>20%), which means good enough to describe the measured data, and the reliability value is 0,91, which means very good. The results of this research can be used by counselors or guidance and counseling teachers to use MSICS as an instrument to measure Muslim students' interpersonal communication.
Islamic Expressive Writing for Psychological Healing
Authors: Kurniawan Redite , Kholis Nur , Suryani Suryani
Published: January 2025

Expressive writing, a therapeutic technique shown to alleviate emotional distress, has not been widely adopted in Islamic education despite its proven benefits. This study aims to integrate expressive writing with Islamic principles to support anxiety relief among adolescents in educational settings. Specifically, it compares the outcomes of this intervention in state schools versus Islamic schools, examines gender differences, and assesses the impact of participants’ personalities and social support on the effectiveness of the intervention. The study employed a pretest-posttest control experimental design involving 124 adolescents aged 13 to 15 years from a state school and an Islamic junior high school. Participants were selected based on self-reported anxiety symptoms measured by the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7 (GAD-7) questionnaire, which has demonstrated strong psychometric properties, with a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.89, indicating high reliability and construct validity supported by correlations with other established anxiety measures. The intervention included expressive writing exercises integrated with Islamic teachings, and anxiety levels were measured pre and post-intervention. The results show that in the state school, the intervention significantly reduced anxiety levels, with an average decrease of 2 points in anxiety scores (p = 0.04). In the Islamic school, the intervention resulted in an average increase of 2.4 points in scores. Integrating expressive writing with Islamic principles can effectively address anxiety among students, creating a more supportive and holistic educational environment. The culturally and spiritually relevant framework enhances the therapeutic impact, indicating significant potential for this approach in both state and Islamic schools.
Family Quality as a Foundation for Adolescent Religiosity and Mental Health
Authors: Hartanto Dody , Zakaria Gamal Abdul Nasir , Fauziah Mufied , Supriyanto Supriyanto , Rizal Yenni , Nugraha Ariadi
Published: January 2025

Understanding the impact of family quality on adolescent religiosity and mental health is crucial for developing effective interventions and support systems, as family dynamics significantly influence religious beliefs and psychological well-being during formative years. This study investigates the influence of family quality on religiosity and mental health among high school and vocational school students in the cities of Yogyakarta and Pontianak, Indonesia, providing a representative sample of urban students with diverse backgrounds. The study employs purposive sampling techniques to select 1,795 students, with data collected using scales specifically developed to measure family quality, religiosity, and adolescent mental health. The construct validity of each item was tested using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) within a structural equation modeling (SEM) framework, with a loading factor criterion of > 0.7 to indicate adequate validity in representing its respective construct. Reliability was assessed through Cronbach’s Alpha, yielding scores as follows: Family Quality at 0.863, Religiosity at 0.829, and Mental Health at 0.925. These values demonstrate that all three instruments exhibit a high level of reliability. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) is utilized to analyze the data, accommodating complex dependent variables and inter-variable relationships. SEM analysis reveals significant positive relationships between family quality and both religiosity and mental health, highlighting the profound impact of family interactions on students' religious practices and psychological well-being. These findings emphasize the crucial role of family quality in enhancing religiosity and mental health among adolescents, suggesting that improving family dynamics could be a vital intervention strategy in educational and health domains.
A dengue no estado do Pará: uma análise temporal e distribuição espacial, de 2014 a 2024
Authors: Costa Kallyto Amorim , Nunes André Luis Silva , Sá Lucas Costa , Santos Ana Cristina Doria dos
Published: January 2025

Objetivo: Traçar o perfil epidemiológico dos casos de dengue no estado do Pará, de 2014 a julho de 2024. Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo epidemiológico, retrospectivo, longitudinal, de caráter exploratório e analítico, além de ser quantitativa, com coleta de dados do Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde (DATASUS) entre os anos de 2014-2024. Resultados: No estado do Pará, de 2014 a julho/2024 foram confirmados 80139 casos de dengue. O maior número absoluto de casos por ano foi no ano de 2024 até julho, com 18905 (23.6%). Em relação a distribuição dos casos no estado do Pará por regiões de saúde, a região de Carajás foi a que apresentou maior incidência dos casos com 14487, correspondendo a 18.3 % do total. Especificamente em relação aos municípios da região sudeste paraense, Conceição do Araguaia apresentou 2399 casos (21.4%). Conclusão: Concluímos que houve um aumento significativo dos casos de dengue no Pará, especialmente entre 2022 e 2024, com maior impacto em mulheres e na faixa etária de 20 a 39 anos. A região de Carajás destacou-se pela alta incidência de casos, indicando a necessidade de intervenções específicas e reforço nas estratégias de controle da doença no estado.
Inferior epigastric origin of the uterine artery during uterine artery embolization
Authors: Gunn Jack H. , Patel Shaunak G. , Mohammadinejad Payam , Masood Irfan
Published: January 2025

The uterine artery (UA) originates from the anterior branch of the internal iliac artery (IIA). Several variants within the IIA territory have been described. More distant sites of origin include the superior mesenteric, inferior mesenteric, and external iliac arteries. Specifically, origin from the external iliac artery is extremely rare and we are only aware of one reported case in the literature. Herein, we report a case of a 43-year-old woman who required UA embolization to control abnormal uterine bleeding secondary to cervical cancer that was refractory to medical management and palliative radiation. During the procedure, it was discovered that the left UA shared a common trunk with the left inferior epigastric artery and arose from the external iliac artery.
Breaking Barriers: A Triumph over Infertility in Swyer’s Syndrome
Authors: Prasad Sudha , Gupta Pooja , Prasad Saumya
Published: January 2025

This case study examines the comprehensive fertility treatment and eventual successful conception of a patient with Swyer’s syndrome. It emphasizes the impact of suitable luteal support on reproductive outcomes. The patient underwent a thorough evaluation including karyotyping, laparoscopy, and gonadectomy. She then pursued donor oocytes in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles, which were preceded by an estradiol challenge to evaluate endometrial receptivity. Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) was used for luteal phase support in the third IVF attempt after two previous unsuccessful cycles. The third IVF cycle, which included injection hCG for luteal support, led to successful implantation and conception. The pregnancy was uneventful, and the patient delivered a healthy baby via caesarean section at 37 weeks gestation. This case underscores the intricate management required for infertility in patients with gonadal dysgenesis. The positive outcome with hCG luteal support suggests its potential role in enhancing endometrial receptivity and implantation success in IVF treatments.
Жанровая инвариантность в творчестве П. Хиндемита
Authors: Стогний И.С.
Published: January 2025

Хиндемит является одним из наиболее «жанровых» композиторов ХХ в. В его сочинениях представлены инвариантные модели различных жанров. Наиболее важную роль в крупных сочинениях Хиндемита играет пассакалия, часто применяемая в заключительных частях крупных произведений. На примере финалов двух его опер («Кардильяк» и «Гармония мира») предлагается рассмотрение жанрового инварианта пассакалии. В опере «Кардильяк» пассакалия включена в активное действие, воплощая столкновение героя с толпой и его гибель; в финальной пассакалии «Гармонии мира» грандиозная музыкальная фреска представляет символическое превращение персонажей в космические планеты. Принципы функционирования жанрового инварианта дают возможность оценить его роль в становлении идеи мировой гармонии, которая формируется в виде линии от оперы «Кардильяк» к «Гармонии мира».
Zirconium Fluoride-Supported High-Entropy Fluoride: A Catalyst for Enhanced Oxygen Evolution Reaction
Authors: Heinekamp Christian , Roy Arkendu , Karafiludis Stephanos , Kumar Sourabh , Guilherme Buzanich Ana , Stawski Tomasz M. , Miliūtė Aistė , von der Au Marcus , Ahrens Mike , Braun Thomas , Emmerling Franziska
Published: January 2025

Extended hydrogen initiatives promote the urgency of research on water splitting technologies and therein oxygen evolution reaction catalysts being developed. A route to access a ZrF4 supported high-entropy fluoride catalyst using a facile sol-gel route is presented. The high-entropy character of the catalyst was confirmed by scanning transmission electron microscopy and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (STEM-EDX) as well as inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). Additional investigations on the local structure were performed using extended X-ray absorption fine structure spectroscopy (EXAFS) and pair distribution function (PDF) analysis. The catalyst shows significant potential for oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in alkaline media with a current density of 100 mA cm-2 at approximately 1.60 V, thus outperforming benchmark materials such as IrO2, despite a significant reduction in electrochemical mass loading. A potential mechanism is suggested based on free energy calculation using DFT calulations.
Probing Substrate Binding and Release Events in Iridium-Catalysed Hydrogen Isotope Exchange Reactions
Authors: Timofeeva Daria , Kerr William , Lindsay David , Nelson David
Published: January 2025

Directed, metal-catalysed C-H activation reactions rely on the binding of a Lewis basic functional group to the metal centre to ensure precise control of regioselectivity. However, groups that bind the metal centre too strongly have the potential to decrease turnover frequency and inhibit productive catalysis. Herein, we have used kinetic studies of iridium-catalysed hydrogen isotope exchange reactions, with NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry as the analytical techniques, to investigate the binding and release behaviour of a representative series of mono-subsituted aromatic systems bearing a Lewis basic directing group. It was found that pyridine and pyrimidine exhibit anomalous behaviour, with a singlebinding/dual labelling process dominating, or at least being competitive with, a binding/labelling/dissociation pathway. In contrast, with other directing groups (e.g. ketone, nitro, ester), initial formation of an appreciable population of d1- isotopologue is observed, and this is subsequently converted to the corresponding d2-isotopologue, suggesting a mainly binding/labelling/dissociation pathway. These data reveal three classes of substrate with rather different behaviour and for which reaction design and optimisation needs to be approached rather differently.