bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Honor in the Mediterranean: A Comparative Narrative Analysis of Malena (2000) and Mine (1982)
Authors: Ilkmen Nisan
Published: September 2024

While gender inequality remains to be a phenomenon that impacts women globally, the different challenges women are facing in the Mediterranean region where cultural values of honor function as barrier to women’s emancipation beyond the patriarchal structure is often overlooked in the academic literature. This article investigated the representation of two Mediterranean women in the films Mine (1982) and Malena (2000) by examining the problematic effects of patriarchal fantasy, internalized sexism, and female rivalry on the two main characters within the sociocultural framework on gender. Representation of social norms, and their relationship to codes of honor were analyzed in how they reflect the protagonists’ oppression under the patriarchal structure. Through narrative analysis of the two films, the study investigated whether the codes of honor play a role in the maintenance of gender inequality in the Mediterranean region.
An Exploration of the Changing Reputation of Spring In A Small Town at Different Times
Authors: Bi Kaihui
Published: September 2024

This article argues that while the power of political factors should not be underestimated, the change in the reputation of Fei Mu's Spring in a Small Town was a complex process that involved a combination of factors, such as the cultural construction of a symbolic system of the nation-state and the awakening of ontological consciousness brought about by economic development. More importantly, the study of audience reception of Spring in a Small Town has not been introduced in previous studies, and the lack of this perspective makes it impossible to grasp the complete journey of Chinese film conceptions and film viewing contexts. As Adorno argues, art is a product of social forces - economic, political, technological, etc. - and the proper study of art is the study of these forces. The fame of Spring in a Small Town has evolved from a controversial release in '48 to a classic of Chinese cinema today, providing a path to grasp the political, economic and cultural roles behind the film's critique and to understand the deep psychology of the audience at the time.
Unravelling Mortality in Enslavement. Patterns and Determinants of Mortality Among the Enslaved Population of Curaçao, 1839–1863
Authors: Metzlar Wieke Elien , Diepgrond Nadeche
Published: September 2024

Examining demographic patterns of enslaved populations can shed light on living conditions of people living in slavery. During the 19th century, enslaved populations in Latin America and the Caribbean were characterized by an excess of deaths, indicating the harsh living conditions they were forced to live in. The island of Curaçao — at that time a Dutch colony — however, has formed an exception to this trend, as the enslaved population was characterized by natural increase. Today, newly crowdsourced data of the slave registers of Curaçao enables the examination of the entire enslaved population, which facilitates the study of (changes in) the demographic development on the island. This paper aims to gain insight into patterns of mortality between 1839 and 1863 in order to shed light on the determinants of the exceptional demographic development of the enslaved population of Curaçao. This research examines the mortality rates of the population and explores possible determinants — seasonality, sex and age — of this unique mortality pattern (n = 12,793). Previous research stressed the importance of the fertility pattern of Curaçao as the determinant in the natural increase of the population, however, the results showed that mortality might have played a more decisive role.  The relatively low mortality rates allowed fertility rates to exceed, and so, this positive difference between birth and death resulted in a unique pattern of natural increase of an enslaved population in the Caribbean.
Optimalisasi Desain Sasis Gokart: Simulasi dan Analisis Struktur Dengan Pembebanan Statis
Authors: Anggrainy Rani , Zulfiati Syahrizal  , Hesti Hermawati  , Rafi Zahra Fetra  , Zaid Taqi Wahyudi  , Sugeng Priyanto  , Budhi M. Suyitno  , Fahmi Muhamad Yusup
Published: September 2024

The go-kart chassis serves as an important structural component that ensures stability, strength, and safety during operation. This research focuses on the design and structural optimization of a go-kart chassis made from S45C steel material. The chassis design is modeled using Autodesk Inventor 2024, with particular attention given to material selection, weight reduction, and stiffness to improve overall performance. The aim of this research is to design a go-kart chassis using static load simulation. In the static load analysis, data on stress distribution, displacement, and safety factor can be obtained. This research uses the Research and Development method with the aid of software. The research results in five load variations: the chassis with a 50 N load experiences a displacement of 0.0682 mm, the chassis with a 100 N load experiences a displacement of 0.1364 mm, the chassis with a 150 N load experiences a displacement of 0.2047 mm, the chassis with a 200 N load experiences a displacement of 0.2729 mm, and the chassis with a 250 N load experiences a displacement of 0.3411 mm. The minimum safety factor for the chassis with a 50 N and 100 N load is 15, the chassis with a 150 N load is 13.62, the chassis with a 200 N load is 10.21, and the chassis with a 250 N load is 8.17. Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that the displacement of the chassis with a 50 N load is better compared to the chassis with other loads, as it has a lower displacement value. The safety factor value of the chassis with a 250 N load is better compared to the chassis with other loads, as it has a lower safety factor value.
A szelektív mutizmus pszichológiai és logopédiai vonatkozásai – 1. rész
Authors: Szanati Dóra , Imre Angéla
Published: September 2024

Írásunkban a szelektív mutizmus pszichológiai és logopédiai hátterének együttes szempontsorát kívánjuk bemutatni. A mostani, első részben rövid áttekintést nyújtunk a szelektív mutizmussal kapcsolatos terminológiáról, az etiológia és a tünettan figyelembevételével. Az összehasonlító leírást a klasszifikációs rendszerek egybevetésével, valamint régebbi és újabb releváns szakirodalmak feldolgozásával tesszük meg. Azon pszichológiai és logopédiai tanulmányok eredményeit mutatjuk be, melyek hozzásegíthetnek bennünket a pontosabb differenciáldiagnózis megalkotásához és a terápiás módszerek körének hazai bővítéséhez. A következő, második részben térünk majd ki a terápiás lépések részletezésére.
Kulcsszavak: elektív mutizmus, szelektív mutizmus, szorongásos zavar, szenzoros feldolgozások zavarai, amygdala
Yabancı Dil Türkçe Öğretiminde İstem Mühendisliği Teknikleriyle Sohbet Robotlarının Kullanımı
Authors: ELMAS Yunus
Published: September 2024

Artificial intelligence is one of the most important technologies of today. With its increasing and diversifying applications, this technology holds significant potential in many fields, including education. Chatbots are large language models created to engage in conversations with humans by utilizing natural language processing technology, a subfield of artificial intelligence. In recent years, this area has made significant advancements, and chatbots capable of generating human-like texts and visuals have come to be known as generative AI models. Chatbots hold great potential in the teaching of foreign languages and Turkish. Leveraging this potential depends on the prompts, i.e., the inputs provided to the relevant model. Prompt engineering refers to guiding and directing AI models by improving prompts to produce desired outputs. Keywords: Artificial intelligence, chatbot, teaching Turkish, prompt engineering.
Avrupa İnsan Hakları Mahkemesi ve Anayasa Mahkemesi Kararları Çerçevesinde Manevi Tazminat
Authors: Çakmak Ufuk Ramazan
Published: September 2024

Avrupa İnsan Hakları Sözleşmesi (AİHS veya Sözleşme) sisteminde manevi zararın giderilmesinin yollarından biri tazminat ödenmesidir. Manevi tazminat, bir ihlâlden kaynaklanan belirsizlik, sıkıntı, ıstırap gibi manevi nitelikte bir zararın giderilmesine yöneliktir. 28 Mart 2007’de yayımlanan Hakkaniyete Uygun Tatmin Taleplerine İlişkin Uygulama Talimatı’nda bir manevi zararın tespit edilmesi ve Avrupa İnsan Hakları Mahkemesi’nin (AİHM veya Mahkeme) manevi tazminatın gerekli olduğuna karar vermesi halinde hakkaniyet temelinde manevi tazminatı belirleyeceği ifade edilmiştir. Hakkaniyetin yanı sıra manevi tazminatın belirlenmesinde bazı faktörlerin rol oynadığını söylemek mümkündür. Bu faktörler ihlâlin ciddiyeti, başvuranın durumu ve yerel ekonomik koşullardır. Mahkeme’nin manevi tazminata hükmedebilmek için aradığı ispat ölçüsü, maddi tazminattaki kadar sıkı olmamakla birlikte “zenginleşme yasağı” prensibinin manevi tazminat için de geçerli olduğunu söylemek mümkündür. Anayasa Mahkemesi de tazminata ilişkin değerlendirmesinde tıpkı AİHM gibi “zenginleşme yasağı” prensibini uygulamaktadır. Manevi zarar, maddi zarar gibi ölçülebilir nitelikte değildir. Bu nedenle maddi zararda olduğunun aksine manevi zararın birtakım belgelerle ortaya konulması pek mümkün değildir. Bu nedenle Anayasa Mahkemesi de AİHM gibi manevi tazminata ilişkin değerlendirmesinde manevi bir zararın meydana gelip gelmediğinin ve ihlâl ile zarar arasında illiyet bağının olup olmadığının tespitinde daha esnek davranmaktadır.
Prototype Development of Multifunctional Adaptable Terminal Device for Trans-Radial Amputees for Enhanced Activities of Daily Living
Authors: Saleem Tuba , Mehra Shivangi , Saharawat Sakshi
Published: September 2024

Background: Upper extremity amputation refers to the surgical removal of a portion or the entirety of one or both of the arms. This procedure may be necessitated by various medical conditions including traumatic injuries, vascular diseases, tumors, congenital anomalies, or severe infections affecting the upper extremities.1 Upper extremity amputation significantly impacts an individual's functional abilities and quality of life, often necessitating comprehensive rehabilitation and the use of prosthetic devices to restore function and facilitate independence in activities of daily living.2
Objective: To provide a solution for trans-radial amputees by the means of developed multifunctional adaptable device prototype which is helping the patient to perform various daily activities with ease and efficiency.
Methodology: The multifunctional adaptable terminal device is designed to provide ADL activities to trans-radial amputees. It was designed to provide different types of attachments for trans-radial amputees so as to compensate the activities of daily living like combing, brushing, cooking etc.
Result: The prototype of a multi-functional adaptable terminal device might address the challenges faced by trans-radial amputation by offering benefits such as enhanced independence, personal hygiene (like brushing, combing etc), meal preparation, housekeeping, scheduling, communication, transportation, and more. The multifunctional adaptable terminal device is cost effective and patient can easily interchange the terminal device according to their comfort and need.
Conclusion: The prototype development of the multifunctional adaptable terminal device for trans-radial amputees represents a prosthetic design that can be affordable and can provide enhanced capabilities along with greater independence for users in their daily lives. The developed prototype will lead to an improvement in performing daily activities such as eating, dressing, and personal hygiene. It will help the patient to make their life easier for the patient with trans radial amputation to work, live, and take care of their fundamental needs by making them seamlessly handle multiple tasks.

Key words: prototype, multifunctional, adaptable, Upper limb, trans-radial amputation, ADL activities.
Detection of Metallo-Beta-Lactamase Encoding Genes by Multiplex RT-PCR among Clinical Isolates of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa
Authors: Upadhyay Deepa , Sharma Anshu
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Metallo-beta-lactamase producing Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an important emerging nosocomial pathogen, due to its ability to acquired drug resistance.
Aim & objectives: The aim of this study was to detect MBL encoding genes by genotypic method among clinical isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Material & Method: A total of 50 non-repetitive isolates of P. aeruginosa recovered from various clinical samples were included in this study. All these isolates were screened for MBL production by RT-PCR irrespective of imipenem sensitivity and the presence of blaVIM, blaIMP & blaNDM was determined.
Results: Out of 50 isolates of P. aeruginosa, MBL were detected in 32 (64%) isolates by PCR. blaVIM gene was detected in 21 isolates, followed by blaNDM in 11 isolates and blaIMP in 5 isolates.
Conclusion: The prevalence of MBLs among Pseudomonas aeruginosa has been increasing. This study confirms a high rate of MBL production & dissemination of blaVIM gene among Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Key words: Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Metallo-beta-lactamase, blaVIM, blaIMP, blaNDM, PCR.
Erythrosine Inhibits the Contractile Function of Duodenal Visceral Smooth Muscle of Rat Ex Vivo by Augmenting the Nitrergic Signaling Pathway
Authors: Bhowmick Anisha , Mukherjee Sourapriya , Paul Goutam
Published: September 2024

Erythrosine, a poly-iodinated xanthene dye, extensively used as a dye in foods, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Because of its stability and bright persistent color, it is widely used as a food coloring agent in the food industry. Despite being reported of its toxicity by some researchers, it is widely used in food to attract customers. As a result, people are often exposed to Erythrosine by consuming Erythrosine contaminated food. Therefore, the aim of the study was to determine how Erythrosine affected the contractile activity and motility of the duodenum, an important component of the small intestine. To investigate the effect of Erythrosine on duodenal visceral smooth muscle contractile activity, we observed its effect on duodenal contractions by recording ex vivo duodenal movements of control and erythrosine-exposed rats using an isotonic transducer (IT 2245) connected to RMS polyrite D. Erythrosine exposed rats showed a significant suppression of the duodenal contractions through decrease in both frequency and amplitude of contractions compared to control rats in a dose-response pattern. In addition, to investigate possible neurocrine mechanisms involved in Erythrosine -induced suppression of duodenal visceral smooth muscle (dVSM) contraction in response to Erythrosine and nitrergic antagonists, duodenal movements were recorded in response to application of Erythrosine and L-NAME (nitric oxide synthase inhibitor) and Methylene blue (MB) (soluble guanylyl cyclase blocker). The degree of inhibition of dVSM contraction by Erythrosine is counteracted in L-NAME and MB pretreated conditions. Therefore, Erythrosine inhibits the dVSM contractile activity by inhibiting dVSM contractions, thereby facilitating the action of inhibitory nitrergic-myenteric efferents through the nitric oxide-mediated soluble guanylyl cyclase pathway.

Keywords: Erythrosine, contractile function, duodenal visceral smooth muscle, nitrergic-myenteric efferents, soluble guanylyl cyclase pathway.
Effect of a smartphone self-management digital support system for low-back pain (selfBACK) among workers with high physical work demands – secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Rasmussen Charlotte Diana Nørregaard , Sandal Louise Fleng , Holtermann Andreas , Stochkendahl Mette Jensen , Mork Paul Jarle , Søgaard Karen
Published: September 2024

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to investigate whether physical work demands modify the effect of the selfBACK app, which is designed to support self-management of low-back pain.

METHODS: In a secondary analysis of the selfBACK trial with 346 employed participants, we stratified into low (N=165) and high physical work demands (N=181). Outcomes included the Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire (0–24), a numeric rating scale for low-back pain intensity (0–10), the Pain Self-Efficacy Questionnaire (0–60), and work ability (0–10). Intervention effects were assessed at three- and nine-month follow-ups using a linear mixed model.

RESULTS: At three months, high physical demand workers with selfBACK showed a significant reduction in pain intensity [-0.8, 95% confidence interval (CI) -1.3– -0.2] compared to usual care. By nine months, the high physical demands workers with selfBACK reported reduced pain-related disability (-1.4, 95% CI -2.7– -0.1), improved pain self-efficacy (3.5, 95% CI 0.9–6.0), and lower pain intensity (-1.0, 95% CI -1.6– -0.4) compared to usual care. Low physical demands workers with selfBACK also improved pain self-efficacy [2.8 (95% CI 0.3–5.3)] compared to usual care. The impact of selfBACK was more noticeable among workers with high physical demands compared to their low physical demand counterparts, but no statistically significant differences were found in any outcome.

CONCLUSIONS: The selfBACK intervention had consistent effects across workers with high and low physical work demands, indicating that these demands did not modify its impact. Both groups experienced similar positive effects, highlighting the intervention’s effectiveness across varying levels of physical work demands.
Investigating clubfoot in Saudi Arabia: Prevalence, factors, and future directions
Authors: Cheng Chun-Han , Hao Wen-Rui , Cheng Tzu-Hurng
Published: September 2024

This editorial discusses the significant findings and implications of the study conducted by Alomran et al . This retrospective study, soon to be published, provides valuable insights into the epidemiology of and risk factors associated with clubfoot in a specific Saudi population. By highlighting the study’s key outcomes and discussing its broader implications for public health and clinical practices, this editorial aims to underscore the importance of continued research and targeted interventions in addressing congenital deformities such as clubfoot.
Lateral femoral neck stress fractures: A case report
Authors: Oudmaijer Christiaan AJ , Paulino Pereira Nuno R , Visser David , Wakker Alexander M , Veltman Wout S , van Linschoten Robbart
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Sport-induced injuries particularly affect young, healthy, and active individuals. Running, a popular and accessible sport, can cause a wide range of injuries, including stress fractures. Stress fractures can occur during high-intensity training or competitions, especially among well-trained amateurs and professional athletes. Adequate diagnosis can be complicated by the typically young age, unremarkable medical history, and vital condition of the patient. Stress fractures present insidiously, and this is specifically the case with stress fractures of the femoral neck. Timely intervention is crucial to prevent progressive displacement, as this can damage the blood supply to the femoral head.

CASE SUMMARY

A 30-year-old male runner presented to our outpatient clinic with persistent pain 3 weeks after running a marathon. X-ray showed a complete lateral fracture of the left femoral neck, which was treated surgically with a dynamic hip screw.

CONCLUSION

It is essential for healthcare providers to be vigilant for the subtle symptoms of stress fractures to ensure timely treatment. Early recognition prevents complication and leads to a better prognosis.
Economía Verde
Authors: Leveau Guerra Luis Alberto , Davila Rivera Arbel
Published: September 2024

El libro "Economía Verde: Valorando la Biodiversidad en la Microcuenca del Shilcayo" ofrece una visión crítica y reflexiva sobre la importancia de la valoración económica de la biodiversidad como herramienta para frenar su destrucción y conservar el medio ambiente. A través de un enfoque integral, los autores destacan cómo la integración de los valores económicos de la biodiversidad en los sistemas contables nacionales puede influir en las decisiones de gobiernos, empresas y organismos internacionales. El argumento central del libro radica en la necesidad de traducir los beneficios que la biodiversidad y los servicios ecosistémicos ofrecen en términos económicos, para que puedan ser comprendidos y apreciados por todos los sectores de la sociedad. Este enfoque, que podría parecer simplista a primera vista, en realidad revela la complejidad de la problemática, ya que intenta conciliar la economía y la ecología en un lenguaje común que permita una acción más efectiva. Los autores también abordan el contexto específico de la microcuenca del Shilcayo, una región que ha experimentado un crecimiento poblacional desordenado debido a la migración. Esta situación ha llevado a prácticas agrícolas insostenibles y al uso intensivo de leña, lo que ha resultado en una deforestación significativa y en la contaminación de las fuentes de agua. Este análisis local subraya la urgencia de implementar estrategias de conservación que consideren no solo el valor económico de la biodiversidad, sino también la dimensión social y cultural de las comunidades que dependen de estos ecosistemas. "Economía Verde: Valorando la Biodiversidad en la Microcuenca del Shilcayo" es un libro que invita a repensar la relación entre economía y medio ambiente, promoviendo un enfoque donde la valoración económica de la naturaleza se convierte en una herramienta clave para la conservación y el desarrollo sostenible. A través de un estudio detallado y casos concretos se ofrece una contribución valiosa al debate sobre la necesidad de integrar la biodiversidad en las decisiones económicas a nivel local y global.
Relaciones y estrategias de género en las mujeres de la comunidad de San Isidro, Nagarote
Authors: Flores Martínez Jonathan José
Published: September 2024

Este artículo investiga acerca de las relaciones y estrategias de género de las mujeres rurales, específicamente en la comunidad rural de San Isidro del municipio de Nagarote, Nicaragua. El trabajo enfatiza en la participación política y las estrategias de poder y autonomía que ejercen las mujeres en la vida social de la comunidad, e incluso en la construcción de sus propios espacios y estrategias de género. El artículo destaca aspectos relacionados a la comunidad, al estatus y rol que ejercen las mujeres y su incidencia en la toma decisiones tomando en cuenta que las relaciones de y estrategias de género en el ámbito rural se expresan diferentes al ámbito urbano. Los hallazgos de la investigación que aquí se presentan son el resultado de la aplicación de las técnicas de revisión bibliográfica relacionada al objeto de estudio, la observación y de entrevista realizadas a mujeres protagonistas de la comunidad.
Ledelse i en virtuel hverdag
Authors: Guldholt Kim , El-Daoud Bassam , Kloppenborg Jensen Marie
Published: September 2024

Med afsæt i et aktionsforskningsprojekt vil vi i denne artikel pege på en række problemer og behov i ledelse af hybride arbejdspladser. Når ledere bliver fysisk afskåret fra medarbejderne, kommer de til at mangle feedback fra ledelsesopgaven og de oplever udfordringer med at etablere tillidsfulde relationer. Den reducerede interaktion med organisationen påvirker lederes praktiske dømmekraft negativt og kan have negativ indvirkning på lederes og medarbejderes motivation og trivsel. Vi gennemgår fire perspektiver på ledelse af hybride arbejdspladser, og med afsæt i dem peger vi på behov for organisering, træning og fordybelse samt behov for organisatorisk støtte.
HASTANE ÖNCESİ ACİL SAĞLIK HİZMETLERİ ÇALIŞANLARININ KİMYASAL, BİYOLOJİK, RADYOLOJİK, NÜKLEER TEHLİKELERDEKİ TUTUM VE ÖZ YETERLİLİĞİ
Authors: Kurt İhsan , Gümüşsoy Süreyya
Published: September 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmada, HÖASH’de çalışan personelin KBRN tehdit ve tehlike olaylarındaki tutum ve öz yeterliliklerini belirlemek amaçlanmıştır.
Gereç ve Yöntemler: Tanımlayıcı ve Kesitsel tipte planlanan araştırmanın verileri Mart 2023- Mayıs 2023 tarihleri arasında toplanmıştır. Çalışmanın örneklemini Hastane öncesi acil sağlık hizmetlerinde görev yapan 340 personel oluşturmuştur. Araştırmanın verilerinin toplanmasında sosyodemografik veri formu ile KBRN Öz yeterlilik ölçeği ve KBRN tutum ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Sonuçlar %95 güven aralığında, anlamlılık p<.05 düzeyinde değerlendirilmiştir.
Bulgular: Katılımcıların yaş grupları, unvanları, KBRN eğitimi alma durumları, KBRN vakasına müdahalede bulunma durumları ile KBRN Tutum Ölçeği düzeylerinde anlamlı farklılık bulunmuştur. 26-35 yaş aralığında ve 36-45 yaş aralığında olan, ATT ve paramedik unvanına sahip olan, KBRN eğitimi alan, KBRN vakasına müdahalede bulunan katılımcıların KBRN tutum düzeylerinin daha yüksek olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Katılımcıların cinsiyetleri, KBRN eğitimi alma durumları, KBRN vakasına müdahalede bulunma durumları ile KBRN Öz Yeterlilik Ölçeği düzeylerinde anlamlı farklılık bulunmuştur. Erkek olan, KBRN eğitimi alan, KBRN vakasına müdahalede bulunan katılımcıların KBRN öz yeterlilik düzeylerinin daha yüksek olduğu belirlenmiştir. Katılımcıların KBRN Tutum Ölçeği medyan değeri 4,25 (1-5), KBRN Öz Yeterlilik Ölçeği medyan değeri 4,11 (1-5) olarak bulunmuştur. Katılımcıların KBRN tutum düzeyleri arttıkça KBRN öz yeterlilik düzeyleri artmaktadır.
Sonuç: HÖASH çalışanlarının KBRN vakalarında deneyim ve öz yeterlilikleri, tutumlarını etkilemektedir. Sağlık personelinin bu vakalara müdahaledeki tutumları kendi ve kazazedenin sağlığı açısından önemlidir. KBRN konusunda olumlu tutum oluşturmak için, okul ve mezuniyet sonrası eğitimlerle ve tatbikatlarla bilgi düzeyleri ve öz yeterliliklerinin arttırılması gerektiği düşünülmektedir.
DETERMINATION OF BIOFOAM AWARENESS OF STUDENTS IN CIVIL DEFENSE FIREFIGHTING AND EMERGENCY AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Authors: Odabaş Lokman , Kiriş Recep , Gençer Dönüş
Published: September 2024

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the level of awareness of biological foam among students enrolled in civil defense and firefighting and emergency and disaster management programs at four universities in the Eastern Black Sea region. Materials and Methods: The study population consisted of students enrolled in these programs during the 2022-2023 academic year. No specific sampling method was used; an attempt was made to reach the entire population and a total of 260 respondents were interviewed. The data for the study was collected using a questionnaire that included socio-demographic characteristics, knowledge about fire, disasters and firefighting, attitudes towards exercises and a Biological Foam Awareness Scale (BFAS) questionnaire developed based on a literature review. Frequency and t-tests were used to statistically analyze the data. Results: The research findings indicate that biological foam awareness is moderate among students enrolled in civil defense and firefighting and emergency and disaster management programs at the four identified universities. Conclusion: Examination of the results of the study revealed that awareness of biological foam is inadequate. Therefore, it is recommended that efforts and activities to increase the awareness and use of biological foam be implemented, targeting both students in existing degree programs and individuals working in firefighting.
ÇOCUK GELİŞİMİ PROGRAMI ÖĞRENCİLERİNİN İLK YARDIM BİLGİ DÜZEYLERİNİN BELİRLENMESİ
Authors: Solmaz Tuğba , Solmaz Mehtap , Akgül Nagehan
Published: September 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışma çocuk gelişimi bölümü öğrencilerinin ilk yardım konusundaki bilgi düzeylerini belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır.
Gereç ve Yöntemler: Tanımlayıcı ve kesitsel türdeki bu araştırma bir üniversitenin sağlık hizmetleri meslek yüksekokulunda çalışmaya katılmayı kabul eden 205 öğrenci ile yürütülmüştür. Verilerin toplanmasında, “Kişisel Bilgi Formu” ve “İlk Yardım Bilgi Formu” kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde sayı, yüzde, ortalama ve standart sapma, bağımsız örneklem t testi ve tek yönlü varyans analizi kullanılmıştır.
Bulgular: Katılımcıların büyük bir çoğunluğu (%93,7) daha önce ilk yardım eğitimi aldığını belirtmesine rağmen %29,3’ünün kendisini ilk yardım bilgisi konusunda yetersiz gördüğü tespit edilmiştir. %31,2’si daha önce ilk yardım gerektiren bir durumla karşılaşmıştır, bu öğrencilerin %46,9’u müdahalede bulunmamıştır ve %53,4’ü yanlış uygulama yapmaktan korktuğu için müdahale etmediğini belirtmiştir. Öğrencilerin ilk yardım bilgi formu puan ortalaması 22 üzerinden 13,64±1,71 olarak bulunmuştur. Yaş artıkça ilk yardım bilgi formu puan ortalamasının düştüğü, özellikle 28 yaş ve üzeri öğrenci grubunun ilk yardım bilgi puanının diğer yaş grubundakilere göre istatistiksel olarak anlamlı düzeyde düşük olduğu belirlenmiştir (p
Business Ombudsman as an Institution for Improving Compliance with the Rule of Law Principles
Authors: STEBLIANKO ALINA , WILSON OLIVIA
Published: September 2024

The relevance of the chosen subject is conditioned upon the fact that law enforcement officers, upon exercising their powers, abuse the rights and obligations granted to them, violating the legal rights of business representatives. In other words, this refers to the arbitrariness of law enforcement agencies regarding business entities, which is incompatible with the rule of law principles. The purpose of this study is to summarise the current state of activity of the institution of business ombudsman and areas for its improvement, which will contribute to improving compliance with the rule of law principles. The system-structural method, systemic and dialectical methods, the method of critical analysis, analytical, formal-legal methods, as well as the method of documentary analysis and the Aristotelian method allowed achieving this purpose. The paper addresses the issue of violation of the rights of business representatives by law enforcement officers, which poses a threat to the rule of law principles. The authors identified the reasons for the introduction of rule of law. Conventional tools for protecting businesses from the arbitrariness of law enforcement agencies are highlighted. The study also noted the role of the Business Ombudsman Council as an effective tool in ensuring and implementing the rule of law regarding the business environment representatives. Attention is focused on the prospects for the development of ombudsmen who contribute to the protection of entrepreneurs' rights. It is concluded that it is necessary to expand the powers of the business ombudsman due to the recognition of the latter as a participant in criminal proceedings. The practical value of this study is that the proposals set out herein are aimed at improving the activities of the institution of business ombudsman in Ukraine, which would contribute to improving compliance with the rule of law principles
Міжнародно-правові стандарти прокурорської діяльності та статусу прокурорів: втілення в Україні та в окремих країнах-членах Європейського Союзу
Authors: АМЕЛІН ОЛЕКСАНДР
Published: September 2024

Актуальність обраної теми дослідження полягає в тому, що на сьогодні Україна прагне до інтеграції з європейською спільнотою. Оскільки адаптація національного законодавства до європейських положень є невід'ємною складовою інтеграції, необхідно удосконалювати міжнародне співробітництво, покращувати нормативно-правову базу, яка буде відповідати європейським принципам і стандартам, впроваджувати нові методики, ґрунтуючись на позитивному досвіді зарубіжних країн. Такі заходи допоможуть підвищити ефективність здійснення прокурорами процесуального керівництва під час досудового розслідування та судового розгляду кримінальних проваджень, забезпечити ефективність покарань, знизити рівень злочинності. У зв’язку з цим наукова стаття спрямована на визначення сучасного стану втілення міжнародних стандартів прокурорської діяльності в національне законодавство України. Провідними методами дослідження обраної проблеми є теоретичні, а саме: аналіз, синтез, узагальнення, моделювання; емпіричні – спостереження, вивчення і узагальнення стану втілення міжнародних стандартів в національне законодавство. У роботі проведено аналіз дотримання міжнародних засад прокурорської діяльності такими країнами, як Франція, Німеччина, Іспанія, визначено особливості їхнього гарантування, розглянуто національну практику. На основі виявлених даних розроблені конкретні рекомендації, спрямовані на підвищення ролі міжнародних стандартів у прокурорській діяльності, оскільки прокурор є ключовою фігурою кримінального переслідування. Результатом наукової роботи є розкриття значущості міжнародних стандартів прокурорської діяльності та статусу прокурорів, виокремлення прикладів їхнього позитивного втілення в правові системи України та зарубіжних країн, виявлення стану приведення українського законодавства до законодавства Європейського Союзу, а також розробка рекомендацій, які допоможуть удосконалити сучасну ситуацію із запровадженням міжнародних стандартів і знизити загальний рівень злочинності в Україні, тим самим забезпечуючи захист конституційних прав, свобод, законних інтересів населення. Проаналізувавши особливості втілення міжнародних стандартів прокурорської діяльності та статусу прокурорів, їхню роль та значущість, можна зробити висновок, що сучасна ситуація в Україні потребує значного удосконалення законодавчої бази, якою регулюється діяльність прокуратури. Для підвищення ефективності та результативності роботи прокурорів необхідно модернізувати профільне законодавство з урахуванням передового іноземного досвіду
PENGARUH DISIPLIN KERJA DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA KANTOR PT DAYATAMA POLANUSA KABUPATEN MUSI RAWAS SUMATERA SELATAN
Authors: Nanda Revita
Published: September 2024

Pada penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh disiplin kerja dan lingkungan kerja terhadap kinerja karyawan pada department pipeline dan gas operations PT. Dayatama Polanusa Musi Rawas. Adapun hipotesis dalam penelitian ini adalah diduga disiplin kerja dan lingkungan kerja terdapat pengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan pada department pipeline dan gas operations PT. Dayatama Polanusa Musi Rawas. Populasi dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 30 orang. Teknik Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan teknik sampling jenuh yaitu teknik sensus, dimana sernua anggota populasi dijadikan sampel. data yang digunakan adalah data primer dan sekunder, teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan meliputi kuisioner. Berdasarkan hasil perhitungan regresi linier berganda dapat diketahui bahwa nilai Y=10,568+0,506X1+0,103X2. Hal ini berarti disiplin kerja meningkat sebesar 0,506 terhadap kinerja karyawan dan lingkungan kerja meningkat sebesar 0,103 terhadap kinerja karyawan. Sedangkan berdasarkan hasil pengujian hipotesis diperoleh hasil t hitung lebih besar dari pada t tabel di mana Thitung (4,876) >Ttabel (2,457), berarti bahwa ada pengaruh yang signifikan antara Disiplin (X1) terhadap Kinerja (Y), sedangkan variabel lingkungan kerja di mana Thitung (1,278) >Ttabel (2,457), maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa disiplin kerja dan lingkungan kerja terdapat pengaruh yang disignifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan pada department pipeline dan gas operations PT. Dayatama Polanusa Musi Rawas.
KUALITAS PELAYANAN PUBLIK DIKANTOR KELURAHAN SILABERANTI TAHUN 2023
Authors: Rendy Sueztra Canaldhy  , Yuliana Yuliana , Sisca Nopralia
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kualitas pelayanan publik pelaksanaan pelayanan publik di Kelurahan Silaberanti. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif, yaitu penelitian yang bertujuan untuk menggambarkan dan mendeskripsikan peristiwa maupun fenomena yang terjadi di lapangan dan menyajikan data secara sistematis, faktual dan akurat mengenai fakta-fakta atau fenomena yang terjadi di lapangan. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan teknik observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Adapun informan penelitian dalam penelitian ini adalah 1 orang Kepala Bagian Pelayanan Umum sebagai informan kunci, 1 orang petugas pelayanan dan 6 orang masyarakat pengguna jasa pelayanan sebagai informan pendukung. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan tiga komponen yang terdiri dari reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Pemeriksaan keabsahan data dilakukan dengan triangulasi sumber. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penyebab rendahnya kualitas pelayanan publik di keluruahan Silaberanti disebabkan oleh beberapa indikator yang ada dalam dimensi Tangibel, Realiability, dan Emphaty belum diterapkan sesuai dengan standar pelayanan. Adapun indikator yang belum berjalan sesuai dengan standar pelayanan yaitu (1) Dimensi tangible (bukti fisik) yaitu ketidaknyamanan tempat pelayanan termasuk sarana dan prasarana yang belum lengkap. (2) Dimensi reliability (kehandalan) yaitu belum ahlinya pegawai dalam menggunakan alat bantu pelayanan. (3) dimensi empathy (empati) yaitu ketidakramahan pegawai dalam proses pelayanan. Faktor penghambat pelaksanaan pelayanan publik di Kantor Kecamatan Tanjungsari Kabupaten Gunungkidul yaitu masalah kualitas dan kuantitas Sumber Daya Manusia, kurangnya koordinasi dengan pemerintah desa serta masih terbatasnya sarana dan prasarana.
Innovative treatment methods for skin fungal infections in community
Authors: Verma Megha , Ahire Eknath D , Jaiswal Anupam , Prajapati Muskan , Keservani Raj K. , Sable Rahul R
Published: September 2024

Worldwide, fungus infections of the skin, hair, and nails are a common cause of public health issues. They are, however,infrequently managed, according to a population-based survey. Skin fungi infections are projected to affect 20%–25% ofpeople worldwide, and their incidence is rising. They make up 10%–20% of all dermatologic conditions. The goal of thisstudy was to create and assess a novel multi-ethosome (ME) system for the topical delivery of terbinafine hydrochloride (TH)as a fresh method for treating fungus infections. Cinnamaldehyde was effectively used as a penetration enhancer to createTH-loaded MEs. The two-step process of photodynamic treatment (PDT) involves the topical or systemic delivery of aphotosensitizer followed by the selective lighting of the target lesion with visible light, which causes oxidative photodamageand eventual cell death inside the target area.
SPATIAL MODELING IN TRADISONAL GOLD MINING HG (MERCURY) POLLUTION IN GORONTALO
Authors: Prasetya Ekawaty , Makkulawu Andi
Published: September 2024

This study focuses on spatial modeling, ecological risk analysis, and human health risk analysis concerning mercury (Hg) pollution in traditional gold mining areas in Gorontalo. The research aims to safeguard both ecological balance and the health of gold mining workers exposed to mercury in wet and dry deposition, as well as dug well water, particularly in burning areas where amalgam gold mining occurs. The study comprises four main stages: sampling and coordinate determination, THg level examination in water and deposition samples, spatial analysis, and ecological and health risk assessments. Unlike previous studies, this research primarily focuses on mercury intake through inhalation of dry deposition and oral ingestion of dug well water from burning amalgam, excluding other exposure routes such as food and skin contact. A comprehensive literature review was conducted using electronic databases such as ScienceDirect, JOVE, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink. The search employed keywords like "Spatial Model," "Hg Pollution," and "Unlicensed Gold Miners," yielding ten relevant articles published between 2016-2022. Findings from previous research highlight different aspects of mercury pollution, including its presence in various environmental mediums and associated health risks. Studies in locations like Indonesia, Mexico, New York, Ghana, and China have explored mercury contamination in water, soil, air, and food, stressing the importance of ecological and health risk assessments. Additionally, spatial modeling techniques have been crucial in mapping mercury distribution, analyzing spatial variations, identifying pollution causes, evaluating health risks, planning environmental management, and guiding monitoring efforts.
DETERMINANTS OF PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE INCIDENCE IN PANGA SUB-DISTRICT, ACEH JAYA DISTRICT
Authors: Wahyuni Srie , Khatimah Husnul
Published: September 2024

Peptic ulcer is one of the health problems in the community with a high prevalence. According to WHO in 2019 the incidence of gastric ulcers in the world reached 1.8 million to 2.1 million people each year. From the results of an initial survey conducted in the community of Panga sub-district, Aceh Jaya district. out of 10 people who had been interviewed, 8 people stated that they experienced gastric ulcers such as pain in the stomach. Research was conducted to determine the determinants of the incidence of gastric ulcers. This type of research is descriptive analytic with a cross sectional study approach. The independent variables are diet, coffee consumption, sleep patterns, stress levels, while the dependent variable is the incidence of gastric ulcers. The research was conducted in 2023. The population in the study was the community of panga sub-district, aceh jaya district as many as 156 people, while the sample was 112 students. The sampling technique used in the study was random sampling. The results of this study showed that diet and coffee consumption had a significant relationship with the incidence of peptic ulcers, while sleep patterns and stress levels had no significant effect. Regular coffee consumption can reduce the risk of peptic ulcer in the community of Panga District, Aceh Jaya Regency.
The Solnechny Site and the Late Upper Paleolithic Culture of the Middle Yenisei Region
Authors:   Autonomous non-commercial organization “Siberian Archaeological Studies”, Gurulev Dmitry , Kolesnik Alexander ,   Donetsk State University, Klementiev Alexey ,   Institute of the Earths Crust, Siberian Branch, Russian Academy of Sciences,   Scientific-production Association “Archaeological Planning and Survey” LLC, Golubtsov Viktor ,   V. B. Sochava Institite of Geography of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Opekunova Marina ,   V. B. Sochava Institite of Geography of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Petrozhitskiy Alexey ,   Budker Institute of Nuclear Physics, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences,   Novosibirsk State University,   Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Lysenko Danil ,   “Krasnoyarsk’s Geoarchaeology” LTD
Published: September 2024

The Palaeolithic site of Solnechny was discovered in in the city of Krasnoyarsk (Middle Siberia) in 2017. The site is located on the high terrace levels of the left side of the Yenisei River valley, at a considerable distance from the modern river bed. During the salvage excavations in 2019 and 2020 the site was studied over an area of more than 3500 square meters. The rich Paleolithic cultural layer was included in the profile of modern chernozem and has been significantly disturbed by modern agricultural and industrial activities. Based on complex studies including morpho-typological, refitting and technological methods, a conclusion was made about the homogeneity of the lithic industry and its affiliation with the Afontovo culture. According to the series of radiocarbon dates the age of the site is in the range of 17.2—15.7 14C thousand yr BP (21.0—18.8 thousand ka BP). This allows us to attribute it to the earliest known stage of the Late Upper Paleolithic of the Middle Yenisei. In addition, a Middle Holocene pit interpreted as a hunting trap and sporadic artifacts of the Middle Ages — Modern times were found at the site. The underlying sediments of the Late Karga (MIS-3) and Early Sartan (MIS-2) ages gave some faunal remains without identifiable traces of human impact.
Ignatenkov Kutok: a Lower Palaeolithic Locality on the Psekups River in the Foothills of the Northwestern Caucasus. New Data
Authors:   Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Shchelinsky Vyacheslav
Published: September 2024

The paper presents and analyzes the materials of new complex works carried ous at the Lower Palaeolithic (Acheulean) site of Ignatenkov Kutok situated at the foothills of the Northwestern Caucasus. It is argued that the site can be dated to the first half of the Middle Pleistocene, MIS 15-13, ca. 610—490 kya. The lithic inventory of the site belongs to the Middle Acheulean, as is evidenced by the presence of various modifications of picks, rough unstandardized bifaces-handaxes, as well as debitage products associated with a simple non-Levallois technology.
The Use of STEAM Education Learning Package to Develop Elementary School Students’ Science Process Skills and Learning Achievement of Physical Properties of Materials
Authors: Meepat Pasinee , Kadroon Thanya , Sangarwut Anchalee
Published: September 2024

This study aimed to: 1) assess the impact of a STEAM education learning package on grade 10 students’ science process skills, 2) evaluate its effect on their learning achievement concerning the physical properties of materials, and 3) gauge the students’ satisfaction with the learning package. The participants were 13 grade 10 students from a public school in Thailand, selected through convenience sampling. The study utilized a STEAM Education Learning Activity Package, a Science Process Skills Test, a Learning Achievement Test, and a Learning Satisfaction Questionnaire as instruments. Data analysis involved calculating mean scores, standard deviations, effectiveness indices (E.I, E1/E2), and normalized gains. Results demonstrated significant improvements in both science process skills and learning achievement related to the physical properties of materials. Additionally, the learning package enhanced students’ satisfaction with their learning experience. These findings suggest that the STEAM education learning package could be a valuable tool for improving science education at the elementary school level.
Internet y cambio comunitario en un barrio empobrecido de Chicago. Implicaciones para Andalucía
Authors: Suárez-Balcázar Yolanda , García-Ramírez Manuel
Published: September 2024

The widespread use of technology is evident in Modern Society and it has become a central theme in different areas of life in the 21st Century. Although access to and use of the Internet has increased in all racial groups, African Americans and other ethnic minorities in the United States and marginalized populations all over the world, continue to have the lowest access to the Internet. This paper describes the implementation of an Internet-based intervention in a low- income African American urban neighborhood. Forty-two Citizen Leaders, members of a grassroots group, actively participated in the different phases of the community initiative. We discuss different aspects of the planning of the intervention, its implementation, documentation of impact, maintenance and sustainability. Overall, leaders used the Internet as a tool to access health information and information about community resources. Researchers documented 450 narrative stories of successful use of the information obtained. Leaders also used the Internet as a tool to facilitate community action. With the introduction of technology also come lessons and challenges discussed in this article. Despite the challenges, technology became a rewarding tool for many Citizen Leaders and residents. We also discuss the applicability of access to the Internet in marginalized communities in Spain.