bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Provisions for Deprived Groups (SEDGs) in NEP 2020
Authors:   Associate Professor, Faculty of Tribal Studies, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak 484887, Madhya Pradesh, India., Soni Amit
Published: January 2024

Major policy initiatives related to formal education in India includes National Policy on Education 1986, which was modified in 1992 and New Education Policy (NEP) 2020. All of these policies stressed on importance of education in mother tongue and need for preparing teaching/learning materials in local languages. Various 5 year plans also recognized need for empowerment of socio economically underprivileged groups through educational development. 11th 5-year plan (2007 2012) included one prime goal that up to 2007 every child should attain school. While this period, ‘The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009’ laid down legal underpinnings for achieving universal elementary education. NEP 2020 also laid stress for education in native language, vocational education, compulsory school education and holistic multidisciplinary education. The global education development agenda reflected in the Goal 4 (SDG4) of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by India in 2015 seeks to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” by 2030.
Health Belief and Healing Practices in Hill Korwa Tribes
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Anthropology, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha 442001, Maharashtra, India., Baxla Narendra , Sahu Prafull Kumar ,   Research Scholar, Department of Anthropology, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Wardha 442001, Maharashtra, India.
Published: January 2024

Health is the primary basis of human origin and its development. Only a healthy person makes a healthy society. A healthy society continuously interacts with the environmental conditions for its development. Health and wellness depend on individual health conditions of each individual. There are many beliefs related to health in the hill Korwa tribes, in which their lifestyle, food habits, socio-cultural and religious beliefs etc. are included. This study is based on health related beliefs of particularly backward “Hill Korwa” tribe located in Bagicha block of Chhattisgarh state. Two gram panchayats of Bagicha block, Pandrapath and Kamarima villages, have been selected on the basis of majority of tribals. The purpose of this study is to find out the beliefs system and treatment methods related to health in hill Korwa tribes. This study is based on primary data, in which qualitative research method has been used to collect the data. Unstructured interview, group interview and interview guide have been included under qualitative research. In the present study several causes of disease were seen in the hill Korwa tribes, in which witch craft, evil eye, wrath of ancestors, for the treatment of diseases related to these, the tribal people go to the Devair of the village ask them to do the exorcism, worship-recitation, special rituals etc. get done. If the cause of the disease is natural and other, then the diseases related to it are treated by using medicines collected from the forest.
Tribal Development through Formal Education among Agarias of Chhattisgarh
Authors:   Associate Professor, Faculty of Tribal Studies, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak 484887, Madhya Pradesh, India, Soni Amit , Soni Ranu ,   Educationist, B-2, Deepak Apartment, Budhapara, Raipur 492001, Chhattisgarh, India.
Published: January 2024

Education is a powerful means of development in any community. Various formal and nonformal forms of education exist in different societies. Education has been institutionalized in the form of formal education in the schools and higher educational institutions in the remote and tribal areas gradually with the changing educational policies and programmes in the independent India with the advent of developing educational infrastructure and awareness in the remote areas. This resulted in the gradual increase in the percentage of literacy rate. But, perhaps few groups could not come up effectively in full pace along with their cohabits and become part of this developing change in their villages and surroundings, due to their situational demerits. Agaria tribe is one of such groups residing in the adjacent part of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. A survey of Agaria tribe in done utilizing the scientific research methods in the few pockets of this area ranging from Dindori district in Madhya Pradesh to Kawardh and Bilaspur districts in Chhattisgarh. This paper includes the situational analysis of socio-economic and educational status of the Agaria people residing in the districts of Chhattisgarh.
Indigenous Knowledge and Tribal Worldview on Forest
Authors:   Joint Director, Directorate of Census Operations, West Bengal 700106, Kolkata, India., Giri Digbijoy
Published: January 2024

This durable ethnographic study explores the Indigenous knowledge of the local landscape of the Juang one of the Particular Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) of Odisha. Following an ethno-ecology method supported by the case study method, an attempt has been made to highlight the emic view of the tribal people based on their knowledge and worldview. All parts of their natural environment, like hills, streams, forests, vegetation soil type etc. are integral parts of their cultural ambience. Classifying the resources found within their lives and livelihood activities incorporates the bio-physical tenets that include the use, composition, position, and size of the objects and belief system as an inseparable part of their culture. Explanations attributed to naming the natural objects and material goods reveal that with the change in contents due to internal demands and/or external interventions, the context of livelihood changes however, even with the decline of biodiversity, the traditional knowledge remains unchanged.
Village Studies: As a Dimension of Anthropological Tradition in India
Authors:   Independent Researcher and Former Research Scholar, Department of Anthropology, University of Calcutta 700019, West Bengal, India., Chakraborty Parikshit
Published: January 2024

In India, Village occupies an essential place in the social as well as cultural landscape. Indian village had a substantial unit of diversity. In the history of Indian social sciences, village continuously treated as the basic unit of Indian society. Village studies were for long more or less the stock-in trade of social anthropologists of India. After reviewing number of literatures, it has drawn that the idea of village studies in India started in post-colonial period. Therefore, the present paper aims to illustrate the tradition of village studies in Anthropology from preindependent phase to post-independent phase.
EMPOWERED AND COURAGEOUS WOMAN: THE POWER OF CHANGING EDUCATION CHAOS IN THE FILM RAATCHASI
Authors: Nur Fitria Tira
Published: January 2024

This research describes the acts of empowering and encouraging women of the main character (Geetha Rani) in the film Raatchasi. This research is descriptive qualitative. The Raathacsi film is about a headmistress (principal) converting a poorly run school into one of the best in the state. Geeta Rani is the principal of an unauthorized government school in a secluded area of southern Tamil Nadu. Geetha Rani, the newly appointed headmistress of a government school, fights back against mismanagement and failings of the educational system. She must deal with misbehaving students, unmotivated teachers, and a lack of established rules and regulations. She did her utmost to instruct students and supervise teachers to be professional. Her abrupt strict and progressive policies are not well received. Her earnest efforts will bring about some much-needed reform and improve the academic standards in the process such as conducting discipline in the school area, changing the school atmosphere, changing students’ behavior, organizing a program for students’ talents, engaging students to compete, changing teachers’ performance, approaching students’ parents, and renovating the school’s building. In this film, Geeta Rani makes a favorable impression as a confident woman. This character and film are excellent for empowering and encouraging women.
ENGLISH FOR ISLAMIC STUDIES IN INDONESIAN ESP CONTEXT
Authors: Rohmatun Hamidah Wanda , Asmiyah Siti , Yusuf Arba'iyah
Published: January 2024

This quantitative content analysis study explores the diversity of corpora in English for Islamic studies, focusing on three books from different Islamic universities: the State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya (UINSA), University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM), and IAIN Walisongo. Using Antconc, the study analyzes the language and terminology used in these books. The findings reveal some diversities, including unique topics, different terms with similar meanings, and variations in word frequencies from the same word. The study has implications for ESP in Islamic Studies. It provides reference words for ESP practitioners teaching Islamic knowledge. The corpus can be published for learners interested in English words related to Islamic studies. It offers an overview of how these words are used.
PRAGMATICS APPROACH IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING AT SMA GAJAH MADA 3 PALEMBANG
Authors: Eliza Tiara
Published: January 2024

In pragmatics, meaning in communication plays a significant part in terms of verbal and nonverbal. It relies upon different settings, relationship among utterers, and social elements. Because the four language skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking do not occur in isolation in communicative texts or activities, pragmatic is very important in English language teaching. Therefore, developing the language learner's good pragmatic competence should be taken into consideration. It is essential for people who speak the English language, whether native or non-native, to use clear, comprehensible, and educated English so that they can communicate effectively and avoid misunderstandings in social situations. One of the most effective approaches in the learning process, especially learning English at the basic level namely the Pragmatic approach, which is one approach that can be used as a tool to achieve a learning goal especially learning English. Therefore, the aim of this study was how the implementation of pragmatic approach in ELT. The result reveals that the utilizing of pragmatic approach in English language classes require students to play an active role in Learning Activities.

Keywords: Pragmatics Approach, English Language Teaching, Implementation of Pragmatic Approach
FACTORS THAT AFFECT EFL STUDENTS' DIFFICULTY IN READING COMPREHENSION
Authors: Guna Alprian
Published: January 2024

This study aims to discover the internal factors that affect EFL students' difficulty in reading comprehension. The research participants in this study were five English as Foreign Language (EFL) students who could not achieve the grade standard in a Reading class at the English Language Education Program (ELEP) in a small town in Central Java. The Interviews were used as the instruments to collect the data. In the interview, 5 participants were asked about the internal factors that affected students' difficulties in reading comprehension. The thematic analysis revealed that students' difficulty in reading comprehension is affected by two primary internal factors. The first factor pertains to students' ability, encompassing their grammatical and vocabulary knowledge in English. The second factor encompasses students’ perceptions including feelings of interest, boredom, anxiety, sickness, and personal problems.
Financing and Management of Secondary Education in Delta State, Nigeria
Authors: Ossai Anthony Great
Published: January 2024

It is impossible to overstate the impact that funding has on the management and achievement of educational goals because it drives how fast education in Nigeria develops. This study examines the management of public secondary schools in Delta State, Nigeria in relation to finance. A descriptive survey design was chosen for the investigation. The population of the study consisted of all principals of public secondary schools in Delta State. A stratified random sampling technique was used to randomly select a sample of 160 principals for the investigation. The study was guided by three research questions and three hypotheses. The data were collected using a study instrument called the “Influence of Funding and Management of Secondary School Questionnaire” (IFMSSQ). The experts-validated version of the instrument yielded a Cronbach Alpha reliability coefficient of 0.82, which is considered reliable. Research problems were addressed using descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation, and Z-test, conducted at a significance level of 0.05, was used to assess hypotheses. According to the study, finance is a key factor in determining how learning materials, human resource management and facilities are delivered in the education system. Among other things, the researcher came to the conclusion that to fulfill the goals of secondary education, adequate methods of financing must be adopted. Among other things, the study recommended that the government allocate sufficient funds and provide educational materials for effective and efficient teaching and learning in public secondary schools in Delta State, Nigeria.
Conhecimento de Produtos Naturais na Prática de Estudantes de Medicina
Authors: Silveira-Sabba Amanda da Costa , Soares Hugo Gomes , Mendes Karem Vitoria Reis , Milhomem Vinícius Emanuel Carvalho , Araújo Clara Maria Vitória , Vianna Thiago Cardoso
Published: January 2024

O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar o conhecimento e as experiências referente a temática e uso de fitoterápicos, plantas medicinais e produtos naturais na prática de estudantes do curso de medicina de uma universidade da região Amazônica. A pesquisa descritiva e exploratória foi realizada e desenvolvida em uma instituição universitária por meio de questionários enviados aos acadêmicos pela plataforma google forms,. As informações foram coletadas com indagações referente a características sociodemográficas, conhecimentos e práticas referente aos fitoterápicos, plantas medicinais e produtos naturais. Os resultados, após 6 meses de envio dos questionários, foram obtidos com a participação de 45 estudantes, sendo 29 mulheres (64,4%) e 16 homens (35,6%), com idades entre 18 e 37 anos, do 1° ao 10° período de graduação. Referente ao conceito de fitoterapia, plantas medicinais e produtos naturais, 83% dos entrevistados responderam que sabiam os conceitos e acreditavam no efeito terapêutico desses produtos e foi possível observar que a maior parte conhece as principais características do Mel, Babosa, Própolis e Hortelã. Considerando se os alunos obtiveram informações e estudado sobre o tema na graduação, apenas 60% respondeu positivamente, mas 97,7% consideram importante que um médico tenha conhecimento sobre indicações, posologia, efeitos adversos e interações medicamentosas. Quanto ao uso, 75,6% responderam que usam (20% frequentemente e 55,6% usam raramente) e quanto o uso por algum familiar, a afirmativa de uso foi de 93,3%. Conclui-se que estudantes de medicina compreendem sobre conhecimentos e a importância dos saberes acerca de produtos naturais, destaca-se o relato do uso pessoal e de familiares, entretanto, há uma necessidade de difundir o conhecimento acerca dessa temática, com o intuito de maiores informações para estudantes que serão futuros profissionais da saúde, para assim, possibilitar futuras alternativas de tratamentos terapêuticos mais seguros.
Avaliação do Resultado da Adição de Bicarbonato de Sódio em Solução para Infiltração em Patologias da Mão
Authors: Maranhão Bruno Kaehler de Albuquerque , Chaves Antônio Barbosa , Fraga Janaína Drumond Rocha , Viana Daphne Rios , Rezende Luis Guilherme Rosifini Alves
Published: January 2024

Introdução: As infiltrações com corticosteroides são utilizadas para o tratamento de diversas patologias da mão. A fim de reduzir a dor, o botão anestésico prévio pode ser realizado, porém a própria injeção anestésica causa dor, devido à diferença entre o ph anestésico e o fisiológico. Sendo assim, pode-se realizar o tamponamento do anestésico para alívio sintomático. Objetivo: Avaliar se a solução tamponada, de fato, ameniza a dor durante a infiltração do anestésico. Métodos: O estudo é prospectivo, tipo caso experimental, em que foram realizadas 16 infiltrações com bicarbonato de sódio e 16 sem essa substância ao nível do punho e da mão, para avaliar a resposta dolorosa do paciente, participante da pesquisa. Resultados: A dor durante a infiltração não esteve associada à solução utilizada (F(1,24)=0,26; p=0,61), nem ao sexo (F(1,24)=1,34; p=0,26), ao tipo de patologia (F(2,24)=2,46; p=0,11), ao nível de medo anterior à infiltração (F(1,24)=0,22; p=0,64), à realização anterior de infiltração (F(1,24)=0,06; p=0,81) ou à presença de comorbidade prévia (F(1,24)=0,12; p=0,74). Conclusão: Este estudo não mostrou evidências suficientes para a recomendação do uso rotineiro do tamponamento da solução anestésica com bicarbonato de sódio. Nesse sentido, sugere-se a realização de novos estudos com uma amostra mais ampla, a fim de corroborar estudos anteriores, os quais indicam a realização de tal procedimento.
Posicionamento e Inclinação da Glenosfera na Artroplastia Total Reversa do Ombro e seu Impacto nas Atividades Funcionais em Pacientes com Artropatia do Manguito Rotador
Authors: Barros Rogério Meira , Santos Marcus Vinícius , Cunha da Silva Lucas Fraga , Nery Tallis Marques , Maia Roberto Barreto , Rezende Luis Guilherme Rosifini Alves
Published: January 2024

Introdução. A artroplastia reversa do ombro como manejo da artropatia do manguito rotador tem sido amplamente utilizada e estudada na literatura. Seu posicionamento de acordo com a inclinação do componente glenoidal está estritamente relacionado com os resultados pós-operatórios. O objetivo deste estudo é analisar os resultados pós-operatórios de pacientes submetidos ao tratamento com artroplastia reversa de acordo com a inclinação da glenosfera. Métodos: Estudo retrospectivo analisando 29 pacientes submetidos ao tratamento da artropatia do manguito rotador com artroplastia reversa do ombro. Os pacientes tiveram o posicionamento da glenosfera mensurados, analisados e divididos em grupo de acordo com o grau de inclinação. Foram avaliados o Escore de Constant (EC), Subjective Shoulder Value, a taxa de notching escapular de acordo com a classificação de Sirveaux et al (2004) e a amplitude de movimento (ADM). Resultados. Não observamos diferença estatística entre os grupos para a elevação anterior ativa (p=0,675; teste t de Student) e para a rotação externa ativa média com o braço aduzido (p=0,485; teste t de Student). O grupo com inclinação inferior apresentou EC de 67,94±19,38, o grupo com inclinação superior apresentou EC de 81,34±16,16, sem diferença estatística (p=0,066). Conclusão. o posicionamento da placa glenoidal e a inclinação da glenosfera são fatores importantes no resultado pós-operatório. Contudo, não apresentamos diferença estatística no Escore Funcional.
BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE AMONG WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE IN KARA, NORTHEN TOGO
Authors:   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Kara University Hospitals, Kara University, Togo., Kossi Edem Logbo-Akey , Tina Ketevi ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Sylvanus Olympio University Hospitals, Togo., Akila Bassowa ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Campus University Hospitals, Lome, Togo., Kignomon Bingo Mbortche ,   Togolese Association for Family Welfare (ATBEF) Clinic, University of Lome, Togo., Yendoube Pierre Kambote ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Kara University Hospitals, Kara University, Togo., Kofi Amewouho ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Kara University Hospitals, Kara University, Togo., Noe Patchidi ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Sylvanus Olympio University Hospitals, Togo., Dede Regina Ajavon ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Tomde Regional Hospitals, Kara University, Togo., Abdoul-Samadou Aboubakari ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Kara University Hospitals, Kara University, Togo., Koffi Akpadza ,   Gynecology-Obstetrics Departments, Sylvanus Olympio University Hospitals, Togo.
Published: January 2024

The aim of thisstudywasassessed the knowledge and practices of breast self-examinationamongwomen in Kara town, north Togo Materials and Methods : A cross-sectional, multicentre studywasconducted at the gynaecology-obstetricsdepartments of the three major hospitals of Kara townfromJanuary 2020 to May 2020. The studyinvolvedwomen of childbearingage (15-49 years) attendingfamily planning or antenatal care whoagreed to participate the survey. Results : The meanagewas 25,52 years. Womenunder 35 yearsaccounted for 70.83%. Primaryleveleducation and no formaleducationweremajority and bothaccounted for more thanhalf (55.96%). Out of the 336 respondents, 82,78% hadheard of breast cancer. But 52.68% wereunaware of the possibility of self-examination. Regarding to practice, 29,47% of themreportedpracticed or everpracticedbreast self-examination. The barriers of thislow practice werelack of knowledge (58,73%), carelessness (28,57%), no breastsign (12,69%). womenunder 35years old, and who have tertiaryeducationallevelwere more likely to practice breast self-examination (p < 0.05) Conclusion : The studyhadshowedlowknwoledge and practice of breast self-examinationamongwomen in Kara town, north Togo.
EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF ADHESION BETWEEN FRAMEWORK IN RONIER WOOD (BORRASSUSAETHIOPUM) AND LATERITE CONCRETE
Authors:   L2EGC /ENSTP, Materials and Structure Team, National University of Sciences Technologies Engineering and Mathematics of Abomey (Benin)., Daniel Agossou Yemalin , Boissiere Remi ,   Jean Lamour Institute (IJL), UMR CNRS 7198, Nancy, University of Lorraine (France)., Frederic Gbaguidi Hubert ,   L2EGC /ENSTP, Materials and Structure Team, National University of Sciences Technologies Engineering and Mathematics of Abomey (Benin)., Khelil Abdelouahab ,   L2EGC /ENSTP, Materials and Structure Team, National University of Sciences Technologies Engineering and Mathematics of Abomey (Benin)., C. Adjovi Edmond ,   L2EGC /ENSTP, Materials and Structure Team, National University of Sciences Technologies Engineering and Mathematics of Abomey (Benin).
Published: January 2024

In todays world, the environment and the economy, are becoming more and more important, especially in the field of construction. As a result, many researches are beginning to emerge in order to find alternatives to the usual reinforced concrete. In this article, research is focused on constructions using local materials, more specifically on laterite concrete reinforced with plant reinforcement made of rÃ´nier wood. The main goal was to study the adhesion between these wooden reinforcements and the laterite concrete in order to submit this structural material to construction stresses. The average value of the adhesion stress obtained is 3.521Â±0.668 MPa for the reinforcements without serrations and 3.828Â±0.437 MPa for those with serrations. Rebars with serrations achieved a gain of about 09% to 20% over the surface rebar without serrations. These reinforcements with circular section with or without crenellation and with octagonal section incorporated in the laterite concrete beams considerably increased the resistance of the laterite concrete. This increase is close to 335.86% of the breaking stress for the beams reinforced with two reinforcements of circular section, 386.96% for the beams reinforced with two reinforcements of circular section with crenellation and 353.78% for the beams reinforced with two reinforcements of octagonal section. This study made it possible to show that reinforcements with a circular section with crenellation are better reinforcements in laterite concrete.
SOFT TISSUE MASS AND ELECTRICAL DISCHARGE: WHATS INVOLVED?
Authors: Jamil J. , Ouati A.El , Bentaleb D. , Laoudiyi D. , Chbani K. , Salam S.
Published: January 2024

An 11-year-old girl presented with a gradually evolving, painful arm mass over 6 months. Clinical examination revealed a 4cm soft mass causing electric discharge pain on percussion, without signs of inflammation. Ultrasound depicted a well-defined, heterogeneous mass connected to the median nerve with moderate vascularization. Subsequent MRI showed an eccentric fusiform mass within the median nerve, exhibiting a muscle-like signal on T1-weighted images, a heterogeneous signal on STIR, and enhancement after contrast. No bony destruction or muscle invasion was observed. Peripheral nerve sheath tumors, including neurofibromas and schwannomas, were suspected. MRI played a crucial role, revealing characteristic signs like split fat, target, and fascicular signs, aiding in distinguishing between benign and malignant lesions. Intra-tumoral changes, like cystic degeneration seen in schwannomas, were noted. Malignant tumors, such as MPNSTs, showed distinct features like increased size, heterogeneous appearance, perilesional edema, and bony destruction. In summary, the patients arm mass, initially detected through ultrasound and further characterized by MRI, raised concern for peripheral nerve sheath tumors, highlighting the significance of imaging in diagnosing and distinguishing these lesions.
WHEN LAUGHTER GAS NO LONGER BRINGS LAUGHTER
Authors:   Psychiatric Resident, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tangier., Nsabi Farah , Essafi Amal ,   Psychiatric Resident, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tangier., Agdai Imane ,   Psychiatric Resident, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tangier., Redouane Ouissal ,   Psychiatric Resident, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tangier., El Ammouri Adil ,   Chief of Service at the University Psychiatric Hospital of Tangier, Morocco., Benhaddouche Yassine ,   Professeur Assistant a Lhopital Psychiatrique Universitaire.
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Nitrous oxide (N2O), also dubbed the laughing gas or proto, is a gas used therapeutically in the medical field. However, a recreational trend has emerged, involving the inhalation of N2O from culinary capsules or canisters. Clinical Case: This involves a 23-year-old patient, Hospitalized for psychomotor agitation, the patient has a history of cardiac arrest following extensive inhalation of laughing gas. The patient presented with a manic syndrome that resolved within 2 days. Biological tests returned normal results, including vitamin B12. Brain MRI revealed bilateral bi-fronto-parietal cortical cerebral atrophy. The patient underwent a neurological etiological assessment, which came back normal. Discussion: The majority of literature reviews on the psychiatric complications of NO2 use have indicated that the most frequent symptoms are delirium, hallucinations, and confusion. The prognosis is often favorable, with symptoms typically resolving under antipsychotic treatment. Conclusion: The consumption of nitrous oxide is a recreational practice that is on the rise, and especially among young people. With easy access and low cost.Cases of intoxication are increasing with serious medical complications which can lead to death, regardless of the type of exposure.
DENTIST-PATIENT COMMUNICATION AND PATIENTS SATISFACTION WITH PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY TREATMENT AMONG SAUDI ADULTS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors:   Consultant in Periodontolgy, Director of Medical Services in Dental Speciality Center Jeddah, KSA., Said Bamani Mervat , Ahmed Naaman Taha ,   General Dentist, BDS, Inaya Sanabil Polyclinic, Jeddah, KSA., Ahmed Masoudi Abdulmajid ,   General Dentist, BDS, KSA., Ali Alkiyadi Sharifah ,   General Dentist, BDS, KSA., Saeed Alqahtani Nadeen ,   General Dentist, BDS, KSA., Mohammed Sendiyoni Assil ,   General Dentist, BDS, KSA., Khalid Alghaith Ghaith ,   General Dentist, BDS, KSA., Sameer Sindi Naser ,   General Dentist, BDS, KSA., Jehad Abousada Hoda ,   OBGYN, Mastre SA, KFH, KSA.
Published: January 2024

Objective:To investigate the relationship between dentist-patient communication and patients satisfaction with prosthetic dentistry treatment among Saudi adults. Methods:This research will employ a cross-sectional study design to investigate the relationship between dentist-patient communication and patients satisfaction with prosthetic dentistry treatment among Saudi adults. Cross-sectional studies are well-suited for examining associations and prevalence in a specific population at a single point in time. Results:The study included 267 participants. The most frequent age among study participants was 29-39 years (n= 113, 42.3%) followed by 18-28 years (n= 62, 23.2%). The most gender among study participants was Male (n= 156, 58.4%) followed by Female (n= 111, 41.6Study participants most frequent educational level was the university (n= 250, 93.6%) followed by the school (n= 17, 6.4%). The most frequent employment among study participants was in other than the medical field (n= 155, 58.1%) followed by the medical field (n= 112, 41.9%). Conclusion: Study results showed that most of the study participants are male. Most common employment was other than the medical field. Most participants were very satisfied with the attention and respect in dealing. In addition, most of the study participants had good social connections.
Héroe y trascendencia
Authors: Gutiérrez Delgado Ruth
Published: January 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es definir el significado religioso de las principales formas de lo heroico. Para ello, es imprescindible explicarlo en el contexto de escepticismo moral que rodea al fenómeno del héroe. Algunos autorescomoBröcklingproponen“desmantelar” lo heroico con carácter de urgencia. Esta actitud está señalando una emergencia social bajo el signo de la sospecha ante cualquier modo de desigualdad que amenace los logros igualitaristas de la democracia moderna. Así losdiscursos que desacreditan toda forma de heroísmo se hacen más virulentos en la medida en que los “heroísmos” manifestarían una desigualdad moral (aunque también se interpreta según otros aspectos como el género, lo social, lo religioso, lo económico…). Lo cual indica que el reconocimiento mismo del “héroe” implica ponerse de acuerdo en “algo”. Pese a esta corriente des-heroizante,el impulso heroico -no exento de problemas y amenazas- sigue vigente. En contraposición, desde la psicología, autores como Franco y Zimbardo proponen incorporar la actitud heroica a la vida cotidiana considerando a cada persona como un héroe en potencia. Enel campo de la cultura mediática, especialmente en la ficción, se percibe una gran resistencia del héroe a desaparecer. Por un lado,que la ficción siga mostrando algunas formas de liderazgo, paradigmas ejemplares o figuras heroicas puede interpretarse como el signo de un anhelo o de una carencia. Pero, por otro lado, si la ficción mejora la naturaleza o la perfecciona, según Aristóteles, laconstante presencia de lo heroico en la representación puede ser indicativa de su necesidad. Factores como la profesionalización de ciertos trabajos o la sofisticación de la administración y la legislación imponen nuevas fronteras a la aparición del héroe, bien entendidoen sus dimensiones sobrenatural, trascendente, sacrificial y religiosa. Para presentar estas ideas, se distinguen tres formas de loheroico y su posible raíz religiosa: la mítica, la cultural y la moral.
La estudiosidad en sede femenina: el legado de María Zambrano
Authors: Junco Ethel Beatriz
Published: January 2024

Ensayo académico
Una mirada a la guerra desde la perspectiva de un hombre indefenso
Authors: Galindo Cruz Pablo
Published: January 2024

Ensayo académico
From a Historical Hero/Demigod/Titan to an Influencer
Authors: Chołaszczyński Krystian , Kaleta Mateusz
Published: January 2024

For young people, there is practically no distinction between a celebrity and an authority, a demigod, and an influencer. In practice, the historical heroes are almost unknown in many conversations. On the other hand, popular influencers are completely unrelated to the older generation. A certain definitional chaos can be observed among contemporary Polish youth. In this article, we want to present basic definitional concepts that are an example of generational change. In our opinion, the change in meaning of the concept of a hero is best captured by a generation of young people who probably understand the concept of hero in a different way than it was understood 30 or 40 years ago. The research method will be a questionnaire, and the research tool will be an internet questionnaire. The research group will be selected purposefully—with a minimum of 30 respondents aged 19-24, using new media. The collected data will be analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. It should be emphasized that research conducted on a purposefully selected group cannot be generalized for the entire population. However, it will shed light on the way of changing the meaning of this concept and the perception of contemporary heroes, who are often identified with influencers.
Guillermo de Conches. Philosophia mundi (Edición bilingüe). México: Nun (Sapientia Ediciones), 2023. Traducción de Carlos Domínguez, Claudio Calabrese y Ethel Junco.
Authors: Herrera Salas Mariana
Published: January 2024

Reseña de:

Guillermo de Conches. Philosophia mundi (Edición bilingüe). México: Nun (Sapientia Ediciones), 2023. Traducción de Carlos Domínguez, Claudio Calabrese y Ethel Junco.
Challenges in nurturing HFASD teens: Emotional crises and expectations of mothers in Malaysia
Authors: Mohd Fazree Shima Dyana , Aun Nur Saadah Mohamad , Zakaria Siti Marziah , Badayai Abdul Rahman Ahmad , Daud Tuti Iryani Mohd , Idris Idayu Badilla
Published: January 2024

The transition to young adulthood brings distinctive challenges for high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (HFASD) children and their families, especially post-formal education. This qualitative case study research aims to explore hurdles faced by mothers navigating HFASD adolescents. The result shows that financial strain, stigma, and loneliness loom large, compounded by emotional crises tied to uncertainty and stress about their children's future. Mothers advocate for multiple work opportunities and independence, underscoring a notable gap between HFASD teens' needs, available services, and community resources. The study enlightened mothers and inspired proactive measures, emphasizing the imperative for a collective, interdisciplinary effort to align services comprehensively—addressing residential, employment, and social aspects—to enhance the quality of life for HFASD individuals.
Understanding the influence of personality traits on psychological well-being: A study of caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder
Authors: Napitupulu Lisfarika , Razak Ateerah Abdul , Kurniawan Yohan , Fadhlia Tengku Nila , Arief Yanwar , Nugroho Sigit
Published: January 2024

Caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder experience psychological pressure, which can affect their psychological well-being. This study aims to identify the personality traits which influence such well-being. A quantitative method was employed, involving 213 Indonesian participants who were caregivers of children with autism attending special schools or enrolled at specialized therapy centers, selected through purposive sampling. The personality traits were measured using the IPIP-BFM-25 scale, while psychological well-being was assessed using the Psychological Well-Being Scale. The data were analyzed using the PLS-SEM method with SMART PLS 3.0 software, employing the disjoint two-stage estimation approach. The results show that the traits of extroversion (β = 0.222, t = 2.249, p = .021); conscientiousness (β = 0.258, t = 2.782, p = .003); and emotional stability (β = 0.302, t = 4.371, p = .000) positively affected the caregivers’ psychological well-being. However, those of agree­ableness and intellect did not have a significant impact. It is hoped that the study findings will contribute to the efforts to enhance the mental health of caregivers of children with autism.
Adaptation of the Climate Anxiety Scale in Indonesian version: The sample of young adults
Authors: Jaro'ah Siti , Saffana Kuni
Published: January 2024

The negative emotional impact of climate change has been reported in numerous studies. However, the research on the topic in Indonesia is limited, partly due to the absence of a valid scale relating to the Indonesian context. This study aims to adapt and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Climate Anxiety Scale. The adaptation of the scale into Indonesian was made concerning the International Translating Commission. The study involved 306 young people aged 18 to 35 (M= 21.01, 80.4% female) from February to June 2023. Psychometric property analysis consisted of internal consistency, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). The results indicate satisfactory reliability (Cronbach’s α = .91; McDonald’s ω = .91). Although most items (apart from FI5) behaved similarly to the original 2-factor structure based on EFA, they did not achieve a reasonable fit based on CFA. Therefore, the authors carefully made modifications based on modified indices of the 2-factor structure to achieve reasonable local fit measurements. The authors recommend examining the original structure using different sample categories and approaches (e.g., criterion validity) in the Indonesian sample.
The mediating effect of forgiveness on the relationship between spirituality and psychological well-being in adults with history of childhood bullying
Authors: Theodora Michelle , Sahrani Riana , Roswiyani Roswiyani
Published: January 2024

The long-term effects of childhood bullying on psychological well-being in adulthood have recently gained attention in research. This study examines the complex dynamics of the phenomenon by investigating the role of forgiveness as a mediator in the relationship between spirituality and psychological well-being among individuals who experienced bullying during their childhood. A purposive sample of 202 participants aged 19-40, who were bullied between the ages of 6-18, were recruited. The measurements used in the study included the Ryff Psychological Well-Being Scale (⍺ = .77) to measure psychological well-being; the Heartland Forgiveness Scale (⍺ = .82) to measure forgiveness; the Daily Spiritual Experiences Scale (⍺ = .94) to measure the spirituality of the participants; and the Olweus Bully/Victim Questionnaire (⍺ = .71) as a screening tool to confirm participants' experiences of bullying. Through mediation regression analysis with 5000 bootstrap samples using Macro PROCESS by Hayes, forgiveness emerged as a significant full mediator (β = .318, p .05, 95% CI:  .212, .438). The study provides evidence that forgiveness enhances psychological well-being, suggesting that implementing a forgiveness program could reduce the long-term effect of childhood bullying.
Catcalling victims’ long-term psychological impacts: A qualitative study
Authors: Avezahra Mutia Husna , Kamila Aida Annisa Nur , Maulana Nandyang Akhsanul , Kravvariti Vasiliki , Sa’id Mochammad , Noorrizki Rakhmaditya Dewi
Published: January 2024

Catcalling incidents are a form of street harassment that occurs in public spaces, conducted by strangers through verbal expressions and behavioral intentions with sexual nuances. This research investigates the psychological dynamics of catcalling events as women perceive them. A qualitative method involves a phenomenological approach and recruiting four participants using purposive sampling. Data were collected from semi-structured interviews, with thematic data analysis using the qualitative data management software NVivo 12. The trustworthiness strategy of the research includes reflexive journaling during the thematic analysis process and a participant-checking procedure. The findings show that catcalling incidents contribute to negative feelings and destructive self-perceptions. In the short term, the psychological impacts of catcalling include fear and worry, discomfort, anxiety, and increased alertness when facing unsafe situations, while the long-term impacts include feelings of guilt, criticism of one’s body shape and appearance, and feeling ashamed of one’s identity as a woman. The research argues that negative body images resulting from catcalling incidents contribute to the risk of low self-esteem.
An Updated Insight into Phytomolecules and Novel Approaches used in
the Management of Breast Cancer
Authors: Nooreen Zulfa , Tandon Sudeep , Wal Ankita , Rai Awani Kumar
Published: January 2024

Breast cancer is a widespread condition that kills more women from cancer-related
causes than any other type of cancer globally. Women who have estrogen-dependent, initial metastatic
breast cancer frequently receive treatment with surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
They may also get more specialized treatments like tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitors (anastrozole
or letrozole). The World Health Organisation reported in 2012 that by 2030, breast cancer
will be more common worldwide. There are several phytochemicals, such as isoflavones, coumestans,
lignans, and prenylflavonoides. Isoflavones have been shown in studies to prevent the spread
of breast cancer and to trigger apoptosis. Targeting BCs in metastatic breast cancer may be made
possible by combining well-formulated phytochemicals in nanoparticles or other novel drug delivery
agents with currently accepted endocrine and/or conventional chemotherapies. Cell signaling,
regulation of cell cycles, oxidative stress action, and inflammation could be positively impacted
by phytoconstituents. They have the ability to alter non-coding RNAs, to prevent the proliferation
and regeneration of cancer cells. The availability of novel approaches helps in disease targeting,
safety, effectiveness and efficacy. The current literature helps to know the available drugs i.e. phytoconstituents
or novel drug delivery like nanoparticle, microsphere, micelles, liposomes and neosomes.
The literature has been taken from PubMed, Google Scholar, SciFinder, or other internet
sites.
Novel Aspects and Directions in Pest Control and Management - Proteins
with Insecticidal Properties
Authors: Zhang Haiyan , Shahrajabian Mohamad Hesam , Cui Haoran , Kuang Yue , Sun Wenli
Published: January 2024

In addition to the economic losses because of insect pests, a significant part of insect pests
can instantly lead to the deterioration and mildew of agricultural products, which all have great hidden
hazards to human health. In view of insect pests, the principle means of control and prevention
in China is spraying chemical agents. Nevertheless, spraying a large number of chemical factors to
control insect pests for a long time will not only have a consequential impact on the ecological environment,
but also make insect pests boost resistance, and because a large number of chemical residues
on the surface of crops will also have an unfavourable impact on the human body. The detection
and application of insecticidal proteins are of great significance for the progress of modern insecticidal
science. This article studies the research progress of insecticidal proteins and considering their
target pests, lists their common insecticidal utilization scenarios, and anticipates the development
direction of insecticidal proteins in the future.
Influence of SDS on the Growth of Natural Gas Hydrates in a
Sand Bed Depending on Saturation and Mineralization of Pore
Moisture
Authors: Reshetnikov Aleksey M.
Published: January 2024

Introduction::

Evaluate the effect of SDS on induction time and conversion of water
to hydrate in a porous medium model depending on the saturation and salinity of pore moisture.

Methods::

The work presents data on the formation of natural gas hydrates in sand bed fraction
of 200-500 μm. The silica sand was saturated with water, solutions of SDS or NaCl, or a mixture
of these. The saturation was 50% or 100%. The experiments were carried out under isochoric
conditions at a temperature of 275 K and an initial pressure of 8 MPa.

Results::

It was shown that the main hydrate formation occurred in the first 60 minutes. The addition
of SDS 0.05-0.2 wt.% in the sand bed does not exhibit a promoting effect, as was previously
shown for pure water. The addition of NaCl 3 wt.% reduces the conversion of water to
hydrate by 1.6 and 2 times for 50% and 100% saturation of the sand bed.

Conclusion::

The optimal concentration of the SDS additive to the salt solution has been found
to reduce the inhibitory effect of the salt. The data obtained can be used to develop technologies
for storing and transporting natural gas using sand and seawater.
Kinetic Analysis of Solvent Effect in the Photocatalytic, Aerobic Oxidation
of Benzyl Alcohol over P25
Authors: Nosrati-Ghods Nosaibeh , Featherstone Nicholas Stuart , van Steen Eric
Published: January 2024

Background::

Photocatalysis is of particular importance in the oxidation of alcohols to
aldehydes to increase the conversion of benzyl alcohol oxidation to benzaldehyde at high selectivity,
which could be useful for the pharmaceutical and perfumery industries.

Objective::

The oxidation of benzyl alcohol over P25 was investigated in various solvents (water,
benzotrifluoride, toluene and acetonitrile)

Methods::

The reaction was performed in an isothermal slurry batch reactor in the presence and absence
of UV-light. The products were analysed using GC-FID; the deposits formed on the catalyst
was analysed using TGA and FTIR.

Results::

In the presence of light, the reaction was very selective for the formation of benzaldehyde
(e.g., 99% selectivity at 53% conversion using acetonitrile as a solvent), whereas, in the absence of
light, the formation of higher molecular weight products was observed (e.g., 22% selectivity at
1.7% conversion using acetonitrile as a solvent). It was observed that the activity in the absence of
oxygen was initially high, but it dropped rapidly from initially 0.4 to 0 mmol g-1 h-1 after 2-4 h (using
acetonitrile as a solvent). This was attributed to the activity of the few oxidized sites present on
P25.

Conclusion::

Acetonitrile appears to be the most effective solvent, as it seems to interact least with
the catalytically active sites. The photocatalytic oxidation of benzyl alcohol over P25 does not only
yield products in the solution, but also deposits on the surface. The deposits can be removed in an
oxidative environment or an inert environment.
Advanced Thick FGM Plates-Cylindrical Shells in Linear Unsteady
Supersonic Flow
Authors: Hong Chih-Chiang
Published: January 2024

Introduction::

Thick functionally graded (FG) plates-cylindrical shells with third-order
shear deformation theory (TSDT) of displacement models under thermal vibration in linear unsteady
supersonic flow are investigated by using the generalized differential quadrature (GDQ)
method.

Method::

The nonlinear coefficient term of TSDT models
and the advanced nonlinear shear correction
coefficient expression are used to study the thermal vibration of thick FG plates and cylindrical
shells in linear unsteady supersonic flow. At the intersection of FG plates-cylindrical shells,
the displacements, stress resultants, and moment resultants could be reasonably assumed in the continuity
condition for the differential volume in linear unsteady supersonic flow, respectively.

Result::

The dynamic equilibrium differential equations of thick FG plates and cylindrical shells
in linear unsteady supersonic flow, respectively in terms of partial derivatives of displacements
and shear rotations subjected to partial derivatives of thermal loads, mechanical loads consist of
the linear supersonic aerodynamic pressure and inertia terms can be presented. Two parametric
effects including environment temperature and functionally graded material (FGM) power law
index on the thermal stress and center displacement of thick FG plates-cylindrical shells in linear
unsteady supersonic flow are investigated.

Conclusion::

The linear unsteady supersonic flow over the outer surface of thick FG platescylindrical
shells provides the additional aerodynamic effect on the values of displacements and
stresses.