bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Correlation between oxidative stress and cognitive impairment in patients with obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrome
Authors: Jia Pingdong , Ma Lewei , Wang Zhangxia , Wang Nannan , Liao Ruomin
Published: November 2021

Background/Aim. It is necessary to find relevant oxidative stress markers for predicting the severity of obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS), a sleep disorder-related respiratory disease. The aim of the study was to investigate if there is a correlation between oxidative stress and cognitive impairment in OSAHS patients. Methods. A total of 220 patients were divided into the group of snoring patients, the group with mild to moderate OSAHS, and the group with severe OSAHS according to polysomnography (PSG). Apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), oxygen desaturation index (ODI), and baseline data were monitored. Oxidative stress indices were measured by colorimetry from blood samples taken early in the morning. The patients were then divided into the group with normal cognition and cognitive impairment group based on minimental state examination (MMSE) and Montreal cognitive assessment (MoCA). Independent risk factors for cognitive impairment were analyzed by multi-variate logistic regression. The correlation between oxidative stress and cognitive impairment was analyzed by Pearson?s method. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves made it possible to analyze the efficiency of oxidative stress combined with detection for assessing cognitive impairment in OSAHS patients. Results. The snoring group, mild to moderate OSAHS group, and severe OSAHS group had significantly different snoring loudness, body mass index (BMI), AHI, ODI, MoCA, and MMSE scores, and levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) (p < 0.05). The cognitive impairment group and group with normal cognition had different BMI, GSH-Px, MDA, SOD, neuroglobin, hypoxia-inducible factor, AHI, and lowest nocturnal oxygen saturation (p < 0.05 or p < 0.01) levels. BMI, GSH-Px, MDA, SOD, neuroglobin, hypoxia-inducible factor, AHI, and lowest nocturnal oxygen saturation were independent risk factors for cognitive impairment. The MoCA and MMSE scores of cognitive impairment had positive correlations with GSH-Px and SOD but negative correlations with MDA (p < 0.05). The area under the ROC curve of GSH-Px, MDA, and SOD and their combination for prediction of cognitive impairment were 0.670, 0.702, 0.705, and 0.836, respectively. Conclusion. Oxidative stress may be the biochemical basis of cognitive impairment in OSAHS patients.
Det store bildet: En kartlegging av faget sal og scene i Norge i 2019
Authors: Kolaas Solveig Salthammer , Knigge Jens
Published: November 2021

The (elective) school subject sal og scene (stage and scene) was introduced as a multi-aesthetic arts education subject at Norwegian secondary schools in 2012. The main objective of the subject is to create and perform various audiovisual or scenic expressions and productions. The purpose of this article is to provide a picture of what characterizes the subject sal og scene in the Norwegian school in 2019. The data for the article is generated through a nationwide questionnaire survey among subject teachers. The study is designed as a quantitative study in an exploratory design, and the analysis is conducted as descriptive statistical analysis. Results show that 70,3 % of schools in Norway offer the subject as an elective subject, 73,8 % of the pupils participating in the subject are girls, and 61,4 % of the teachers are women. Further results show that the most common forms of scene production in the subject are theatre and musical theatre productions, 77,29 % of the teachers have some form of arts education, and music is the most commonly represented artform in the teachers’ areas of competence. Results also show that the subject has a position of high status in the school’s management, and that 46% of the teachers teach the subject alone, without collaborating with other teachers.
#livet#døden#kjærligheten – et narrativ av vevd og levd undervisningsliv
Authors: Fretheim Bjørg Solveig , Fosshei Kathrine
Published: November 2021

From where do new thoughts come? This duo-ethnographic study aims to unfold the ways of knowing and being through narrative inquiry, based on our experiences from an interdisciplinary music and literature teaching concept. From a reflexive stance we research our thoughts and ideas on #life#death#love as a performative educational practice, artfulness (Chemi, 2009), searching for ways of “illuminating classroom life” (Bresler 2019). The text raises questions on how and why we as academic educators are continuously in the process of creating and searching for possibilities to encourage “expanded seeing” (Bresler, 2018) and how moments of “epiphanies” (Ellis, 2004) and understanding may begin from “any walk of life” (Kim 2016). Rhizomatic thinking (Deleuze & Guattari, 1980) thus serves nicely as a theoretical framework, enabling us to create/follow paths of listening, wondering, dwelling and resistance and thinking as a flight from within (Jackson & Mazzei, 2017).
Kulturskolen: A Collection of ‘Artist Teachers’ or a Multidisciplinary Community of Practice?
Authors: Hellandsvik Anna Sterud
Published: November 2021

This chapter explores three teachers’ descriptions of leadership and management challenges that they have encountered as kulturskole teachers in the context of Norway. The purpose of this study is to illuminate tensions that appear between the teachers’ philosophy of work and the kulturskole as an organization, and furthermore the challenges these challenges entail from a management perspective. The research has taken a qualitative approach, with the data material generated through written narratives. Through a narrative analysis, in dialogue with the data material and theory about professionalism and management, the research participants’ reflections are examined from a hermeneutic-phenomenological perspective. The discussion extends into reflections on findings related to the teachers’ professional identity, which reveal a strong connection to their art form and desire for professional independence, while at the same time a sense that a unifying kulturskole community is lacking. The study shows that the research participants describe commonalities in values and teaching philosophies across the different art forms. These commonalities can, according to the study, create a basis for common goals for the kulturskole as an organization. A central leadership challenge appears to be in creating a community of practice, which may help to balance the teachers’ roles as autonomous specialists and the development of a multidisciplinary yet unifying community.
Utdanningskulturelt mangfold i et rullerende musikkundervisningstilbud
Authors: Bandlien Bjørn-Terje
Published: November 2021

This chapter examines, from a design theoretical perspective, the different kinds of educational culture students became part of during a municipal collaborative project where municipal music and art school teachers and primary school teachers collaborated on the total music education program of a primary school throughout a school year. Data material is generated through participatory observation in an ethnographic way, with observations in different parts of the school’s music teaching, and analyzed through the research question: What kinds of institutional patterns, potential resources, representations and recognition cultures can be observed at the different stations of the rolling music teaching program? Through analysis and discussion, the chapter contributes to a broad perspective on collaboration between municipal music and art school and primary school, which involves embracing a broader subject-specific and pedagogical diversity.
Pericoronary fat attenuation index in computed tomography angiography is associated with mortality in end-stage renal disease
Authors: Cho Nam-Jun , Nam Bo Da , Park Samel , Kim Hyoungnae , Noh Hyunjin , Jeon Jin Seok , Han Dong Cheol , Lee Eun Young , Gil Hyo-Wook , Kwon Soon Hyo
Published: November 2021

Background: An increased pericoronary fat attenuation index (FAI) on computed tomography angiography (CTA) is associated with increased all-cause and cardiac mortality in the general population. However, the ability of pericoronary FAI to predict long-term outcomes in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients is unknown. Methods: In this single-center retrospective longitudinal cohort study, we assessed the utility of CTA-based pericoronary FAI measurement to predict mortality of CKD patients, including those with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Mapping and analysis of pericoronary FAI involved three major proximal coronary arteries. The prognostic value of pericoronary FAI for long-term mortality was assessed with multivariable Cox regression models. Results: Among 268 CKD participants who underwent coronary CTA, 209 participants with left anterior descending artery (LAD) FAI measurements were included. The pericoronary FAI measured at the LAD was not significantly associated with adjusted risk of all-cause mortality (hazard ratio [HR], 2.08; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.94–3.51) in any CKD group. However, ESRD patients with elevated pericoronary FAI values had a greater adjusted risk of all-cause mortality compared with the low-FAI group (HR, 2.26; 95% CI, 1.11–4.61).Conclusion: The pericoronary FAI measured at the LAD predicted long-term mortality in patients with ESRD, which could provide an opportunity for early primary intervention in ESRD patients.
KONSEP METAFISIKA DALAM FALSAFAH JAWA HAMEMAYU HAYUNING BAWANA
Authors: Ainia Dela Khoirul
Published: November 2021

AbstrakPenelitian ini secara garis besar bertujuan untuk memahami konsep falsafah jawa Hamemayu Hayuning Bawana yang selama ini menjadi pandangan hidup masyarakat jawa berdasarkan pandangan metafisika. Dalam hal ini manusia hidup berdampingan dengan alam dan tidak dapat dipisahkan dari unsur yang lain. Manusia dapat bereksistensi karena ada perantara pengada dalam suatu realitas. Konsep falsafah jawa hamemayu hayuning bawana merupakan konsep yang ditekankan keseimbangan kehidupan antara manusia dengan manusia, manusia dengan alam dan manusia hubungannya dengan Tuhan kaitannya dengan menjalankan kehidupan di dunia. Masyarakat Jawa dalam melaksanakan kehidupan sehari-hari masih memegang kuat prinsip hidup yang berhubungan dengan sesuatu yang ada dibalik realitas, sehingga dalam tatanan kehidupannya selalu menghargai dan menjaga keseimbangan antara kehidupan alam dan manusia.   Kata kunci: Memayu Hayuning Bawana, Metafisika, Realitas Pengada AbstractThis research broadly aims to understand the concept of Javanese philosophy Hamemayu Hayuning Bawana which has been a view of life of Javanese people based on metaphysical views. In this case man coexists with nature and is inseparable from other elements. Human beings can exist because there is an intermediary in a reality. The concept of Javanese philosophy Hamemayu hayuning bawana is a concept that emphasizes the balance of life between man and man, man with nature and man in relation to God in relation to living life in the world. Javanese people in carrying out their daily lives still hold strong principles of life related to something that is behind reality, so that in the order of life always appreciate and maintain the balance between natural life and human beings. Keywords: Memayu Hayuning Bawana, Metaphysics, The Reality of Pengada
MENALAR SKEPTIS ADOPSI ARTIFICIAL INTELIGENCE (AI) DI INDONESIA: ‘Sebuah Tinjauan Filsafat Ilmu Komunikasi’
Authors: Jelahut Felisianus Efrem , Utang Herman Yosep , Jelahut Yosep Emanuel , Jehamat Lasarus
Published: November 2021

Penelitian ini dilakukan atas dasar rujukan penelitian dari Microsoft Indonesia mengenai adopsi artificial intelligence di Indonesia yang memperoleh hasil penelitian bahwa terdapat 14% karyawan dan pemimpin perusahaan berbasis teknologi di Indonesia yang masih skeptis terhadap adopsi artificial intelligence tersebut. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan gambaran teoretis dari sudut pandang filsafat ilmu komunikasi dalam menjawabi pertimbangan mengenai baik dan buruknya ‘keraguan’ atau skeptik 14% karyawan dan pemimpin perusahaan terhadap adopsi platform Artificial Inteligence oleh perusahaan Microsoft di Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan menggunakan pendekatan studi pustaka. Adapun referensi pustaka berupa buku yang menjadi sumber primer dalam penelitian ini adalah buku berjudul Aristotle Physic Book VIII dan buku Filsafat Ilmu Komunikasi: Pengantar Ontologi, Epistemologi, Aksiologi. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa dari sudut pandang filsafat ilmu, hakekat AI adalah alat atau sarana dan juga mesin yang diciptakan dengan komponen yang menyerupai dan memainkan peran seolah-oleh akal budi yang mampu mencipta atau berkreasi seperti manusia. AI dijadikan manusia sebagai co-creator yang pada prinsipnya tetap terbatas dan tak akan pernah sempurna ‘in se’ sehingga patutlah nada skeptis tetap menyertainya.
KRITIK POSTMODERNISME TERHADAP ETIKA MODERN
Authors: Sobon Kosmas , Ehaq Timoteus Ata Leu
Published: November 2021

Tujuan penelitian adalah menganalisis aliran etika modern dan beberapa ciri khas etika modern serta beberapa kritik  postmodernisme terhadap etika modern. Metode yang digunakan adalah penelitian pustaka dengan menggunakan metode hermeneutika. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa ciri khas dari etika modern yakni  rasionalitas moral, universalitas moral, dan kemutlakan peraturan moral. Konsep etika modern tersebut dikritisi oleh postmodernisme dengan bertitik tolak pada pandangan etika postmodern. Dalam perspektif postmodernisme, etika secara moral manusia bersifat ambivalen, secara inheren fenomena moral bercorak “non-rasional, secara tak terhindarkan moralitas bercorak aporetik, norma dan praktik moral tidak dapat dimutlakan dan diuniversalisasikan dan moral adalah realitas pertama dari subjek manusia.
EPISTEMOLOGI KECERDASAN BUATAN (AI) DAN PENTINGNYA ILMU ETIKA DALAM PENDIDIKAN INTERDISIPLINER
Authors: Pabubung Michael Reskiantio
Published: November 2021

Artificial intelligence (AI) is an “umbrella term” used to describe simulations carried out by machines or devices, which are connected to an ocean of data, which resembles human intelligence. There is no doubt that AI has had a positive impact on many aspects of human life: economy, education, government, defense, and security. However, AI is like two sides of a coin which also has negative impacts. The multidimensional impacts caused by AI lead to a question about how to keep pace with AI progress while staying through the desired path. To answer this question, philosophy always begins with an epistemological analysis. By departing from facts and epistemological analysis about AI, the author came to believe in the importance of the role of interdisciplinary education. By using qualitative methods through literature analysis on AI as a material object, and philosophy, especially epistemology as a formal object, this essay offers the importance of AI and Ethics as a compounded lecture material in the era and disruption of AI. As a time-responsive educational institution, every university needs to consider the necessity for lecture materials on the basics of AI and Ethics for every student.
Filsafat Ilmu dan Pengembangan Metode Ilmiah
Authors: Milasari Milasari , Syukri Ahmad , Badarussyamsi Badarussyamsi , Fadhil Rizki Ahmad
Published: November 2021

This article discusses the philosophy of science and the development of the scientific method, between the philosophy of science and the scientific method has a close relationship. Philosophy of science cannot be separated from scientific rules relating to the scientific method used, and the scientific method is the key word in science. Some of the problems that can become material for the study of scientific activity thinking are all activities related to the universe and its contents while it can be observed (observable) indirectly or directly by utilizing methods and means of assistance, as well as measurable. In order for a science to have an object and scientific method, it must meet several requirements which include the following dimensions/aspects. namely: (1) the ontological aspect (2) the epistemological aspect (3) the axiological aspect. The mindset in the scientific approach consists of an inductive mindset and a deductive mindset. The steps in the scientific method include: Formulating problems, conducting literature studies, formulating hypotheses, testing hypotheses, collecting data, analyzing and interpreting data, and drawing conclusions. There are two types of scientific research methods, namely qualitative methods and quantitative methods. Types of qualitative research are generally divided into narrative research, phenomenology, ethnography, case studies, grounded theory, participatory action, discourse analysis, document / text / heurmenetic studies, natural observations, centralized interviews, reasoned theory, historical studies, while quantitative research in general include: Descriptive Research, Relationship Research, Correlation Research, Experimental Research, Laboratory, Case Studies, Surrvey, Action Research field, Class Action research, Research development, evaluatif.analytic descriptive.
Kontruksi Epistimologi Ilmu Pengetahuan
Authors: Parida Parida , Syukri Ahmad , Badarussyamsi Badarussyamsi , Fadhil Rizki Ahmad
Published: November 2021

This article discusses the philosophy of science and the development of the epimostological construction of science. Between the philosophy of science and the development of science has a close relationship because the philosophy of science has always been a benchmark in the development of science. Philosophy if science is a first pondation to make a epimostological constructin of science. Some of the development of the epimostology of science can not be separated from the foundation of a well-developed philosophy of science. The essence of modern science is inseparable from the basics of the philosophy of science. Another factor that binds science is realism and idealism which are the strong basis for the development of the epimostological construction of science in the era of modern civilization as it is now.
John Locke: The Construction of Knowledge in the Perspective of Philosophy
Authors: Juhansar Juhansar
Published: November 2021

Epistemology is one of three philosophical dichotomies that rises to two main isms to obtain knowledge: rationalism initiated by Rene Descartes (1596-1650) and empiricism initiated by John Lock (1632-1704). As an empiricist, Locke offers the tabula rasa theory to support his argument. Thus, this study aims to describe radically and comprehensively the concept of John Locke's thought from the perspective of epistemological philosophy. This aim is achieved by describing the background and principal works of John Lock on the philosophy of epistemology, including the main ideas, views, and reasoning of his empiricism through tabula rasa theory. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative in the field of philosophy. Data were collected through a literature study, then analyzed hermeneutically with two methodical elements: verstehen and interpret. First, this research shows that knowledge is principally obtained from sensory experience in which the mind is only passive. Second, the sensory experience is obtained objectively (primary quality) and subjectively (secondary quality). Third, external sensation and internal sensation obtained from sensory experience are built into simple ideas to complex ideas.
Analisis permasalahan operasional angkutan umum di Bandar Lampung
Authors: Rifai Akbar , Sulistyorini Rahayu , Utoyo Bambang
Published: November 2021

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan karakteristik pengguna dalam memilih moda angkutan, mendeskripsikan dan menganalisa persepsi pengguna jasa terhadap kualitas pelayanan angkutan umum dan angkutan online dan permasalahan kinerja operasional angkutan umum di Bandar Lampung (Bus Trans Bandar Lampung, Angkot, dan Online). Pembuatan penelitian analisis ini menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif analitis, yaitu penelitian yang bukan hanya menyajikan data, mengumpulkan, dan menyusunnya, tetapi dengan pembahasan lebih lanjut, yaitu analisis dan interpretasi tentang arti data yang ada dengan maksud menjelaskan permasalahannya. Penelitian juga diharapkan memberi gambaran tingkat kesesuaian kebutuhan penduduk akan layanan bus Trans Bandar Lampung, angkutan umum, dan angkutan online. Permasalahan kinerja pada Bus Trans Bandar Lampung adalah waktu menunggu bus yang cukup lama yaitu rata-rata sebesar 18,02 menit, sehingga mengakibatkan meningkatnya Load Factor pada saat jam sibuk. Kinerja Angkutan kota memiliki waktu tunggu yang lebih baik yaitu rata-rata 1,36 menit, akan tetapi kenyamanan dan keamanan angkutan kota serta tarif yang dibebankan kurang sesuai dari standar yang di inginkan oleh pengguna jasa.
A Development Assistance of Integrated Science Instructional Material by Integrating Real World Context and Scientific Literacy on Science Teachers
Authors: Asrizal Asrizal , Dewi Wahyuni Satria
Published: November 2021

Science teaching in junior high schools should be conducted in integrated form. However, the real condition shows that in implementing integrated science teaching in the schools, there were several problems. The solution of this problem is to develop integrated science teaching materials by integrating real-world context and scientific literacy on Science teachers in East Agam district. The objective of the activity is to assist science teachers in developing integrated science teaching material and apply it in science teaching in the classroom. Participants of program assistance were 40 science teachers who were members of the Science MGMP in East Agam district. The instrument for collecting data consisted of pretest and posttest, performance assessment sheet, and questionnaire sheet of science teachers response. The data were analyzed by descriptive statistics analysis and correlated comparison test. Based on the results of data analysis can be stated that: 1). In implementing the program assistance, there are 32 products produced in integrated science worksheet form, 2). The average value of the science teacher's response to the implementation of program assistance for the development of integrated science teaching material can be classified into good category, and 3). The implementation of the program assistance for the development of integrated science teaching material is effective to improve the understanding of science teachers on the material of instructional material, the concept of integrated science learning, and the concept of scientific literacy.
Contribution of Academician F.G. Rutberg to Electrophysics and Power Engineering (to the 90th Anniversary of the Birth)
Authors:   Institute for Electrophysics and Electric Power of Russian Academy of Sciences, KHOMICH Vladislav Yu. , CHUBRAEVA Lidia I. ,   Institute for Electrophysics and Electric Power of Russian Academy of Sciences, KUMKOVA Irina I. ,   Institute for Electrophysics and Electric Power of Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: November 2021

The article is devoted to the memory of Academician F.G. Rutberg and his scientific achievements in the field of electrophysics and electric power engineering. His works made a significant contribution to the study of powerful discharges in dense gaseous media, nonequilibrium processes in plasma flows, processes in complex electrodynamic systems, as well as to the development and construction of electrophysical equipment for various purposes. Under his leadership, pulsed and short-term high-capacity power supply systems with inertial energy storages, electric-discharge hyperspeed accelerators of bodies with limiting parameters, stationary powerful three-phase AC plasma generators, and powerful pulsed plasma generators were created. Plasma-chemical technologies for producing synthesis gas and hydrogen to obtain environmentally clean renewable energy, as well as liquid fuels, have been developed. Technologies for processing and destructing various types of waste have been elaborated, and equipment for bactericidal water purification by pulsed discharges and for development and production of oxide nanostructures has been created.
¿Cómo se rehace una clase social? Una reflexión crítica sobre los esquemas de clase instituidos
Authors: Seid Gonzalo
Published: November 2021

Este artículo se propone discutir la pertinencia de los esquemas habitualmente utilizados en el análisis de clase y movilidad social, a partir de resultados de investigación cualitativa en la temática. Se seleccionaron, de un conjunto más amplio, once relatos de vida familiares de individuos residentes en el Área Metropolitana de Buenos Aires, con los cuales se reconstruyeron sus trayectorias de clase social, es decir, los itinerarios entre posiciones en el espacio social de las generaciones precedentes y de los propios entrevistados. Mediante el examen de la información disponible en los relatos de vida sobre ocupaciones, educación y otros indicadores de distintas especies de capital, se está en condiciones de establecer lo fundamental de estas trayectorias de (in)movilidad social, los recorridos entre posiciones de la estructura social. Sin embargo, los resultados de este análisis no concuerdan con las clasificaciones que la misma información conduciría a efectuar si se trabajara con el esquema de clases más utilizado en la investigación estándar en la temática. A partir de esta discordancia, se reflexiona sobre lo que las clasificaciones de clases sociales implican, lo que revelan y lo que ocultan.
Unani and Modern Aspect of Psoriasis (Da-us-Sadaf): A Review
Authors:   MD Scholar, Amraaz e Jild Wa Zohrawiya, Ajmal Khan Tibbiya College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India, Sultan Nabeela
Published: November 2021

Psoriasis is a red and scaly chronic skin condition of unknown cause. The primary concern to most patients is unsightly appearance. Social exclusion discrimination is psychologically devastating for individuals suffering from psoriasis and their families. It can occur at any age. Psoriasis could be defined as an autoimmune disease. But no autoantigen responsible for this disease has been defined yet. In the Unani system of medicine, psoriasis is described in various headings such as Da-us-Sadaf, Taqashshure Jild, Qooba-e-mutaqashshira, Chambal and Al sadafiya, but there is no description of the word psoriasis and its cause in the Unani system of medicine. But a renowned Unani physician Ibn-e-zuhr use the term Taqasshure Jild, where abnormal humor (sauda-e-ghaleez in skin) is responsible for this disorder. The sauda-e-ghaleez hampers the skin nutrition hence the skin becomes dead and falls out in the form of scale. Unani physicians are successfully treating this ailment since ancient times by adopting different modes of treatment. This paper aims to explore each and every aspect of this disease.
Knowledge Assessment of Nursing Students Regarding Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ+) Community
Authors:   Tutor, Rufaida College of Nursing, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, India, Sehar Saliqua
Published: November 2021

Introduction: Lack of knowledge regarding the community among health care providers is an important factor in the discrimination experienced by LGBTQ+ in health care facilities which affects their health and wellbeing. Healthcare providers knowledge and awareness regarding LGBTQ+ community can reduce or eliminate prejudices and discrimination against them. Objective: The objective of the study was assessment of the knowledge of students regarding Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ+) community in a selected college of Nursing of Delhi. Method: The present study has adopted quantitative approach and descriptive research design. A structured knowledge questionnaire was developed and validated by seven experts. Purposive sampling technique was used and formal permissions were obtained from the authorities. A total number of 68 students of DGNM 1st year and 2nd year has participated in the study after giving informed consent. Pilot study and final study was conducted. Data was analyzed using descriptive studies. Result: The study found that majority of Nursing Students (67.64%) had average knowledge and 32% had poor knowledge and none of the subject had good knowledge regarding LGBTQ+ community. Conclusion: The study concluded that majority of the students have average knowledge and rest have poor knowledge and none of the students have good knowledge regarding LGBTQ+ community.
Delirium: Assessment and Management - A Review
Authors:   Junior Resident, Department of Psychiatry and Drug De-Addiction Centre, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, India, Kumar Nitin
Published: November 2021

Delirium is described as a syndrome characterized by disturbed consciousness, cognitive function or perception, which is acute in onset and has fluctuating course. This article serves to provide a brief review of this condition with respect to diagnostic classification, epidemiology, etiopathogenesis and types. Furthermore, a focused discussion on its assessment and management in routine clinical practice has been documented.
Syntaksonomiczna ocena zbiorowisk chwastów z udziałem Ambrosia artemisiifolia L. na polach uprawnych w zachodniej Ukrainie
Authors: WOŹNIAK ANDRZEJ , SOROKA MIROSŁAWA
Published: November 2021

Badania przeprowadzono w latach 2012–2014 na polach uprawnych zachodniej Ukrainy. Oceniono w nich występowanie ambrozji bylicolistnej (Ambrosia artemisiifolia L.) w zasiewach: (1) kukurydzy (Zea mays L.); (2) słonecznika (Helianthus annuus L.); (3) lucerny siewnej (Medicago sativa L. subsp. sativa); (4) truskawki (Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne); (5) ziemniaka (Solanum tuberosum L.); (6) pszenicy jarej (Triticum aestivum L.); (7) soi (Glycine max (L.) Merr.) i (8) winorośli właściwej (Vitis vinifera L.). Ocenę fitosocjologiczną oraz syntaksonomiczną zbiorowisk chwastów przeprowadzono zgodnie z metodą Braun-Blanqueta w pełni okresu wegetacji roślin. Wykazano, że wśród chwastów występujących w uprawach rolniczych większość stanowiła ambrozja bylicolistna, a wskaźnik pokrycia powierzchni tą rośliną wynosił w pszenicy, kukurydzy i słoneczniku 85–90%. Na polach uprawnych zbiorowiska roślin należały do 7 klas syntaksonomicznych. Ambrozję bylicolistną zaliczono do klasy Artemisietea vulgaris i związku Dauco-Melilotenion.
Considering Eye-tracking as a Validation Tool in Cinema Research
Authors: Dimitriadis Giorgos
Published: November 2021

The use of eye-tracking in data collection, when accompanied by the proper research questions and methodology, is a powerful tool that may provide invaluable insights into the way viewers perceive and experience movies. Film theory can use eye-tracking to test and verify research hypotheses not only with unprecedented accuracy, but also with the ability to address a significant variety of theoretical questions. Eye-tracking can help build contemporary film theory by supporting its various fields of research, and also even assist the production of films themselves by helping filmmakers make more informed creative decisions. The present article is an overview of eye-tracking and its gradual implementation in cinema research; in the context of discussing some recent examples of academic work based on eye-tracking, it considers the technology of eye-trackers and the way in which human vision handles visual information on screen. By testing the attentional behaviour of viewers, eye-tracking can produce more solid answers to questions regarding the way films are experienced; therefore, it may very well prove to be the spearhead of a more robust body of film theory in the near future.
Application of Compact Piping Sedimentation Unit as Pretreatment for Ultrafiltration Plant
Authors: Nagy Amira Mohamed , El-Nadi Mohamed ElHosseiny , Nasr Nany Ali Hassan , Hussien Hossam Mostafa
Published: November 2021

The study aimed to create a compact pretreatment unit before the ultrafiltration modules. This unit targeted to improve the inlet water quality to meet the average values of the feed water quality required for the ultrafiltration plants according to the manufacturer. The used unit in this study was a pipe worked as a sedimentation unit with inclined plates to apply the plate settler technology. The suitability of using this unit was determined by using varied water sources with different Total Suspended Solids (TSS) concentrations and different retention times. The removal efficiencies for the low TSS water source reached 96.47 %, 82.94 %, 64.80 % & 30.59 % with retention time 30 minutes, 15 minutes, 5 minutes & 20 seconds respectively. For the medium TSS water source at the same retention times, the removal efficiencies reached 97.33 %, 92.87 %, 86.10 % & 63.89 %. For the high TSS water source, the removal efficiencies reached 98.64 %, 93.86 %, 87.51 % & 76.23 %. These results make the sedimentation unit able to work as an effective pretreatment unit for the ultrafiltration units for all water sources.
Estimation of Mechanical Properties and Mass Density of Al-Malwiya Masonry
Authors: Husain Muhammed Abbas
Published: November 2021

This paper presents the first estimation for the mechanical properties and the mass density of the masonry of Al-Malwiya heritage minaret. Many approaches are investigated in order to estimate the modulus of elasticity, shear modulus, Poisson’s ratio, and the mass density for this historic masonry. The mechanical properties are estimated by using empirical formulas and analytical equations, while the mass density is estimated after carrying out experimental tests for the extracted samples of the historic mortar. The estimated properties showed relatively low values compared with the newly constructed masonries, but they were interpreted as reasonable for such a historic construction.
Modelling of Traffic Noise Along Urban Corridor: A Case Study of Amman
Authors: Younes Mohammad K , Suleiman Ghassan , Abushammala Mohammed F. M. , Omari Khaled Al
Published: November 2021

Noise became one of the main environmental indicators of the quality of urban life. The aim of this study was to develop a traffic noise model for an arterial road in Amman, the capital of Jordan, which was being subjected to a persistent increase in traffic and its related issues. The characteristics of the traffic and its relevant noise were analysed to develop a noise prediction model using an adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS). A geographic information system (GIS) was then implemented to model the current noise along the arterial road. The results of ANFIS model showed that traffic delays and the percentage of heavy vehicles were the main causes of traffic noise generation within the urban area. However, the developed ANFIS model can simulate traffic noise with a relatively low root mean square error. Furthermore, this study will help to improve the perception about traffic noise and its development along arterial roads.
Flexural Strength Estimation for Hollow Cross-Section Simply Supported UHPC Beams
Authors: Tu’ma Nasser Hakeem , Hammood Mohammed Naji , Mohsin Rasool Dakhil
Published: November 2021

The hollow structural elements occupy a great deal of researchers’ interest due to the possibility of losing their weights and maintaining or developing their resistances especially when increasing both compressive and tensile strength of modern materials. The flexural strength based on the forces balance and stain compatibility was derived. Nine beams of Ultra High Performance concrete (UHPC) and conventional reinforced steel bars were casted. Several parameters were taken which are the thickness of the concrete top flange, thickness of the concrete bottom flange, depth of the longitudinal hollow and the ratio of the longitudinal reinforcing steel. By comp aring the practical and theoretical results, the proposed flexural strength provided a safety factor of one-fifth against the experimental collected data. The ultimate flexural force developed up 260 % when increasing the reinforced steel area 4.6 times and 230 % comparing with the solid beam. Many aspect ratios were also mentioned that keep the strength in developing.
Mitigation Techniques for Interior Radon in Refurbishment Work in High Radiation Areas of Galicia: An Experimental Model to Test Building Solutions
Authors: Pol Ricardo , Rodríguez Raúl , Quindos Luis , Fuente Ismael
Published: November 2021

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas, which tends to accumulate inside built structures. It is therefore necessary to include techniques to mitigate radon concentration during refurbishing work. The aim of this study is to assess the effectiveness of a number of mitigation techniques, under real conditions, to determine which is most suitable, in each case, for use in rebuilding solutions. The methodology consisted in performing four experimental tests on mitigation strategies recommended by the Código Técnico de la Edificación (Technical Building Code) (CTE-DB-HS6) and by the Government of the Autonomous Community of Galicia, (Xunta de Galicia, 2018). The concentration was measured with three different systems: radon in soil at 80 cm, passive detectors to confirm mean concentration, and continuous monitoring by devices calibrated at the LaRUC Laboratory of the University of Cantabria, in order to compare the results of the tests. The experiments were carried out in premises located in a high radiation area in Arteixo (La Coruña, Spain). Four experimental models were designed, corresponding to each of the building solutions under study, and tested over a period of 16 days in two repeated series of trials. The results obtained show that, of the different strategies tested, pressurising the living space achieves an efficient reduction of the radon concentration with a significant simplicity of construction. This solution, compatible with the minimal intervention and reversibility principles stablished in the charters of Venice, Krakovia and Nara, is shown to be especially useful when work is carried out on structures considered to be part of protected heritage.
Effects of Induction-Furnace Slag on Strength Properties of Self-Compacting Concrete
Authors: Mark Oluwaseun , Ede Anthony , Arum Chinwuba , Oyebisi Solomon
Published: November 2021

Indiscriminate waste disposal poses a severe environmental challenge globally. Recycling of industrial wastes for concrete production is currently the utmost effective way of managing wastes for a cleaner environment and sustainable products. This study investigates the strength characteristics of self-compacting concrete (SCC) containing induction furnace slag (IFS) as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM). The materials utilized include 42.5R Portland cement, induction furnace slag as an SCM ranging from 0 to 50 % by cement weight at 10 % interval, river sand, granite, water and superplasticizer. The fresh properties were tested for filling ability, passing ability and segregation resistance, the strength characteristics measured include compressive strength, splitting tensile strength, flexural strength and Schmidt/rebound number. The oxide compositions and microstructural analysis of SCC were investigated using x-ray fluorescence analyser (XRF) and scanning electron microscopy equipped with energy-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), respectively. Empirical correlations were statistically analyzed using MS-Excel tool. The filling ability characteristic was determined via both the slump flow test and the T50cm slump flow time test. Moreover, the passing ability characteristic was determined using L-Box test. The segregation resistance characteristic was determined using V-funnel at T5minutes test. The results of the fresh properties showed a reduction in the slump flow with increasing IFS content. On the other hand, the T50cm slump flow increased with increasing IFS content. Furthermore, the L-Box decreased with higher IFS content. On the contrary, the V-funnel at T5minutes increased considerably with greater IFS content. The strength test results revealed that the strength properties increased to 20 % IFS, with a value of 66.79 N/mm2 compressive strength at 56 days, giving a rise of 12.61 % over the control. The SCC microstructural examinations revealed the amorphous and better interface structures with increasing IFS content in the mix. The empirical correlations revealed that linear relationships exist among the measured responses (fresh and strength properties). Ultimately, IFS could be utilized as a sustainable material in producing self-compacting concrete.
The Role of Geotechnical Monitoring at Design of Foundation Structures and their Verification – Part 2
Authors: Drusa Marian , Mihalik Jan , Muzik Juraj , Gago Filip , Stefanik Martin , Rybak Jaroslaw
Published: November 2021

The main aim of the article is demonstrating successful design of spread foundations of a commercial centre building, where geotechnical monitoring allows us to check design efficiency and calculate reliability in comparison with real vertical deformation of building. Introduction to the case study area and building structure and foundations was done in previously published first part of the article in which engineering geological conditions were described. There was also presented a comparison of calculated vertical settlement of selected footings with the real geodetic measurement provided during construction time till the period of two years’ operation time after completion of civil works. Geotechnical engineers do not have many opportunities to evaluate their designs, especially when everything passes successfully. Our presented case study is one of the examples, which could be evaluated from the point of view of reliability index of design adjusted with real geodetic measurement. Index of reliability of selected foundations was calculated by deterministic probability methods. In order to evaluate thousands of statistical data combinations, programing tool in Python language was developed for batch processing calculation of vertical displacement of foundation in Plaxis software. Discussion part of the article contains the actual state of reliability theory in structural standards in Europe.
Numerical Modelling of Soil-Nail and Secant Pile in Plaxis 2D: A Case Study of Tomb of Jam Nizam-al-Din Samoo, Makkli Thatta
Authors: Shah Syed Raghib Abbas , Kumar Aneel , Ali Tauha Hussain , Hakro Muhammad Rehan , Zardari Mohammad Achar
Published: November 2021

The majority of historical heritage structures of Makli, Thatta require rehabilitation. As the Tomb of Jam Nizam-al-Din Samoo is near the slope’s edge, the settlement increased due to slope degradation. This study aims to investigate the effect of structural elements such as secant pile and structural nails on the settlement of Tomb. From this study, it was observed that with the installation of secant piles on the slope, Tomb’s settlement can be reduced considerably; moreover, the anchors did not have an appreciable role in the settlement. The secant pile of 12 m sufficient to reduce settlement. This will be economical and easy approach as compare to the retaining wall. The Factor of safety (FOS) reduced from 1.36 to 1.10 with increase of slope from 45 to 35. The FOS of slope also increased with the installation of nails from east side of slope. The will reduce the chances of slope failure and consequently the tilting/collapse of Tomb.
Yudha Manggala: Potret Bregodo Rakyat sebagai Pelestarian Seni Budaya dan Sebagai Simbol Pemersatu Masyarakat Yogyakarta
Authors: Nugraha Nugraha
Published: November 2021

Globalisasi tidak mengenal adanya batas-batas wilayah, bahkan tidak mengenal aturan lokal, regional. Akibat dari arus globalisasi yang demikian serta perkembangan teknologi informasi dan komunikasi saat ini, maka dampak yang ditimbulkan tentunya sangat besar. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan Strategi studi kasus. salah satu metode atau cara yang bisa digunakan ilmuwan ketika meneliti sebuah penelitian ilmiah yang tujuannya adalah sebagai dasar dalam membangun serta mengkoleksi data- data yang ada. Bregodo Yudha Manggala lahir di tengah-tengah masyarakat dusun Kemiri dengan tujuan membangun masyarakat dengan rasa kekeluargaan yang lebih erat serta turut melestarikan budaya adiluhung Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta.
Pembelajaran IPS untuk SD-MI di tengah Pandemi COVID-19 dalam Daring-Luring di MI AT-Taubah
Authors: Sufiyanto Mohammad Imam , Yasin Roychan
Published: November 2021

Sejak bulan Maret 2020 telah diberlakukan pembelajaran dari rumah. Guru juga melakukan pembelajaran dari rumah (teaching from home) dan pandemi Covid-19 telah mengubah paradigma pembelajaran di kelas. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu mengetahui bagaimana pembelajaran IPS untuk SD/MI ditengah pandemi baik dalam daring/luring pada sekolah MI AT-Taubah di Kabupaten Sampang. Metode dalam Penelitian ini menggunakan  kualitatif dengan pendekatan penelitian phenomenologi, namun demikian pelaksanaan pembelajaran daring dan luring memiliki tantangan/kendala baik dari aspek sumber daya manusia maupun dari sarana dan prasarana. Pada pembelajaran yang diterapkan baik luring dan daring, pada MI At-taubah lebih sering menggunakan metode luring, karna lebih efektif apalagi di pembelajaran. Kendala yang di alami saat ini yaitu jika menerapkan metode daring untuk di daerah pelosok yang sulit akan kuota dan jaringan. Sebagian dari orang tua murid tidak memiliki WA, akan tetapi sekolah mengupayakan untuk membuat group via WAG bagi kelas tinggi dan alhamdulillah berjalan dengan normal, jika untuk kelas rendah tidak cukup efektif.
Perjuangan Perlawanan Rakyat Aceh terhadap Pendudukan Jepang (1942-1945): Studi Kasus Perang Bayu dan Perang Pandrah
Authors: Firdaus Almas Hammam , Aziizi Aziizi , Wardhana Wardhana , Halimah Halimah
Published: November 2021

Penelitian berjudul “Perjuangan Perlawanan Rakyat Aceh terhadap Pendudukan Jepang (1942-1945): Studi Kasus Perang Bayu dan Perang Pandrah” ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui proses terjadinya perlawanan rakyat Aceh terhadap pendudukan tentara Jepang di Aceh dalam kurun waktu tahun 1942-1945. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode sejarah yang bersifat deskriptif analisis. Metode ini dimulai dengan tahap heuristik atau tahap pengumpulan data, yaitu tahap di mana peneliti mengumpulkan sumber-sumber yang berkaitan dengan tajuk yang diangkat. Dalam penelitian ini, peneliti menggunakan sumber primer dan sumber sekunder. Untuk tahap kedua adalah tahap kritik, yakni memeriksa data yang telah dikumpulkan. Tahap ketiga yakni interpretasi atau memberikan makna pada fakta-fakta bukti sejarah. Selanjutnya tahap keempat atau tahap terakhir adalah penulisan sejarah. Dari hasil penelitian kami, keadaan Aceh saat pendudukan militer Jepang di Indonesia penuh dengan pemberontakan., pemberontakan ini dilatar belakangi oleh berbagai hal, di antaranya adalah menumpas kegiatan maksiat yang dilakukan oleh tentara Jepang dan juga sebagai bentuk respon atas tindakan kekerasan yang dilakukan tentara Jepang terhadap rakyat Aceh. Dalam penelitian ini kami berfokus pada dua perang besar yang melibatkan antara rakyat Aceh dan pemerintah Jepang, yakni Perang Bayu dan Perang Pandrah. Perang Bayu merupakan perang yang dipimpin oleh Tgk. Abdul Jalil sebagai bentuk respon kegiatan kemaksiatan yang dilakukan tentara Jepang. Perang Bayu pecah pada tanggal 10 November 1942 dan mengakibatkan Tgk. Abdul Jalil gugur. Sedangkan Perang Pandrah bisa dikatakan sebagai perang lanjutan dari Perang Bayu, Perlawanan yang terjadi di Lheue Simpang Pandrah atau yang dikenal dengan Perang Pandrah ini dipimpin oleh Keuchik Usman, Keuchik Johan, Tengku Ibrahim Peudada, Tengku Jacob, Tengku Akop Pang, dan Tengku Nyak Isa.