bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Morphometric Analysis of Hip Bones for Gender Identification in Unexpected Death Cases in Kabul, Afghanistan
Authors: Ahmad Bashir Wafaa
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Unexpected deaths in Kabul Afghanistan often involve victims who cannot be identified due to facial disfigurement or missing identity documents. Gender identification is an important step in the forensic identification process, especially in cultural and religious contexts that have strict norms regarding gender. Pelvic bone morphometric analysis offers an accurate and non-invasive method for gender identification. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of hip bone morphometric analysis in identifying gender in cases of unexpected death in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Methods: The samples consisted of 100 human pelvises, 50 of each gender, collected from skeletal remains at Kabul hospitals and burial grounds. Pelvic dimensions were measured using calibration techniques and statistical analysis was performed to identify significant morphometric differences between the gender.
Results: Morphometric analysis showed significant differences in several pelvic dimensions between men and women. The most informative dimensions for gender identification are pelvic width, pelvic height, and superior diameter of the acetabulum. The prediction model developed using these dimensions achieved a gender identification accuracy of 94%.
Conclusion: Pelvic bone morphometric analysis can be a valuable tool for forensic identification in cases of unexpected deaths in Kabul Afghanistan. This method offers high accuracy, is non-invasive and easy to apply, and can help in the process of identifying victims and resolving legal cases.
Talking Hierarchy With Rachel Donald
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Last week I had the pleasure to chat with Rachel Donald on her podcast ‘Platform’. The show features people who are ‘pissed off with capitalism’. Its goal is to give a platform for under-reported topics that deserve traction and attention. Rachel and I talked about a wide range of topics, but I particularly enjoyed discussing my research on hierarchy and income.
RAG 2.0 is Coming?
Authors: Fang Qingqin
Published: April 2024

A Unified and Collaborative Framework for LLM Author · Qingqin Fang (

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0009–0003–5348–4264) Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence, large language models (LLMs) are demonstrating unprecedented potential. Particularly, the Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architecture has become a hot topic in AI technology due to its unique technical capabilities.
Top 5 Posts of 2020
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Well readers, 2020 is finally done. In most respects, it was a terrible year. But it turns out that being stuck in the house is good for a few things … one of them being writing. I churned out 50 posts this year and typed about 150,000 words. Here are the top 5 posts by views: What Trait Affects Income the Most? Stocks Are Up. Wages Are Down. What Does it Mean?
Radically Progressive Degrowth: Reducing Resource Use by Eliminating Inequality
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Pity the billionaires. High in the towers on Billionaires’ Row, life is hard. The pencil-thin buildings groan as they sway in the wind, keeping penthouse dwellers up at night. Water pipes break, ruining posh décor. And elevators are unreliable, interrupting billionaires’ highly productive lives. So reads Stefanos Chen’s recent piece about the pitfalls of sky-high living.
The Ritual of Capitalization
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

There’s something mysterious about finance. The symbols are arcane. The math is complex. The practitioners are impressively educated. And the stakes are high. All of this gives finance the veneer of higher truth — as if quants are uncovering a reality not accessible to the rest of us. In a sense they are. But the ‘reality’ is not what you think. When you look at stock-market numbers, they do point to a truth about the world.
Top 10 Posts of 2021
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Well folks, another year has come to a close. Like 2020, I spent most of 2021 hunkered down in front of my computer doing research, trying to forget the craziness of the outside world. The result was over 150,000 words spilled on this blog. Before I get to the top posts of the year, I thought I’d briefly discuss my writing process. Since I started this blog, the trend has been for me to write more long-form content.
A Brief History of the Buy-to-Build Indicator
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Today I’m trying a different type of post — one that’s not a deep dive, but instead, a rapid-fire summary of an important topic. My inspiration comes from Cory Doctorow, a sci-fi author who runs an old-fashioned links blog that he syndicates across the internet. (At last count, it’s on pluralistic.net, Twitter, Mastodon, and Medium). I read Doctorow’s blog daily, as he writes consistently excellent commentary on political economy.
Mapping the Ownership Network of Canada’s Billionaire Families
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Download: PDF | EPUB  Blair Fix and DT Cochrane  Every billionaire is … a factory for producing policy failures at scale. — Cory Doctorow The planet has a billionaire problem. According to Oxfam, the world’s billionaires have more combined wealth than the bottom 60% of humanity — some 4.6 billion people. Given this obscene situation, calls are growing to rid the world of the billionaire class. But how do we make that happen?
The Cause of Stagflation
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Download: PDF | EPUB In my last post, I looked at the relation between economic growth and inflation. As per usual, the evidence didn’t sit well with mainstream economics. According to standard theory, there is a trade off between low inflation and high economic growth. The idea is that you can have one or the other, but not both. So if you want to keep inflation low, you have to ‘cool off’ the economy by slowing economic growth.
As 2020 Ends, Let’s Celebrate Science
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

We’ve finally reached the end of 2020, a year that many people are happy to forget. In the history books, 2020 will be known for little besides the Covid pandemic. Fortunately, the end of this disaster is in sight. With multiple vaccines starting to roll out, it looks like 2021 will be a better year. Speaking of vaccines, I’ve been racking my brain to find things to be thankful for this holiday season. It’s not easy.
Unlocking the potential of polymer 3D printed electronics: Challenges and solutions
Authors: Raja S , Mohammed Ahmed Mustafa  , Ghadir Kamil Ghadir  , Hayder Musaad Al-Tmimi  , Zaid Khalid Alani  , Maher Ali Rusho  , N. Rajeswari
Published: April 2024

The field of 3D printed electronics has been rapidly growing in recent years, with the potential to revolutionize industries such as healthcare, aerospace, and consumer electronics. Polymer 3D printing has emerged as a promising technique for fabricating electronic devices due to its versatility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. However, there are several challenges that need to be addressed in order to fully unlock the potential of polymer 3D printed electronics. This research paper discusses the current state of the art in this field, highlighting the current challenges and proposing potential solutions. These challenges include material selection, design considerations, printing techniques, and post-processing methods. In addition, the paper explores the limitations of existing polymer materials and presents recent advances in the development of new functional materials for 3D printing. Furthermore, the integration of various components and multi-material printing techniques are also discussed as key factors in advancing the capabilities of 3D printed electronics. Finally, this paper provides insights and recommendations for future research directions in order to fully realize the potential of polymer 3D printed electronics.
Do I perceive that we as a community can persist, adapt flexibly, and positively transform? The relationship between collective transilience and community-based adaptation
Authors: Lozano Nasi Valentina , Jans Lise , Steg Linda
Published: April 2024

Climate change is happening and has negative impacts on communities. To adapt to climate change risks, people need to take action to protect, not only themselves, but also their community. We study whether collective transilience predicts community-based adaptation, such as joining a community initiative to protect the community from climate change risks. Collective transilience reflects the extent to which people perceive they can persist, adapt flexibly, and positively transform as a community in the face of climate change. Two studies (in the United States and the Netherlands) showed that, as expected, higher collective transilience is associated with increased engagement in different examples of community-based adaptation, even when controlling for individual transilience (i.e., the perceived capacity to persist, adapt flexibly, and positively transform in the face of climate change as an individual). Notably, collective transilience was the only significant predictor of individual adaptation behaviours, corroborating the relevance of examining transilience at the collective level to promote widespread adaptation. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.
It’s getting dark, but we will see: Gaining collective momentum in face of existential environmental threat
Authors: Fritsche Immo
Published: April 2024

Collective action to protect the environment is increasingly moving into the focus of environmental psychology. Also policy makers are well-advised to consider the dynamics of collective environmental action as a vehicle to swift ecological transformations of societies. A sense of collective environmental agency (vs. treating citizens as reluctant consumers) is proposed to drive people supporting collective ecological transformations and engaging in personal and political action against large-scale environmental crises, such as climate change. The Global Environmental Psychology special section, “Responding to the Socio-Ecological Crisis: Collective Action and Activism”, presents nine empirical research articles that help to assess the antecedences and consequences of collective environmental agency. The present commentary discusses what the specific contributions of these papers are to better understand the emergence of collective environmental agency and what their implications are for future research in the field of social environmental psychology.
Imagination, disruption and complexity: Strengthening psychological scholarship of activism and collective action
Authors: Barnes Brendon R.
Published: April 2024

This special issue brings together studies that focus on psychological, social and societal factors related to activism and collective action in the context of the environmental and climate crisis. The special issue builds on an underdeveloped psychological literature on mobilisation, cohesion, collective action and resistance. This perspective article synthesises the key theoretical, methodological, and policy insights of articles in the special issue. The article discusses how the studies contribute to our knowledge of imagination, disruptive tactics, psychological distance and geopolitical context. The article also discusses ways to extend existing scholarship through justice, participatory methods, and inclusive scholarship.
Talvez o lobo seja um bicho mais dócil: teatro em caravana e o enfrentamento a violências contra mulheres
Authors: Gimbo Leda , Cardoso Monique
Published: April 2024

A violência contra mulheres é um fenômeno social complexo, relacionado ao poder patriarcal, alicerçado na exploração do trabalho doméstico não remunerado, bem como na exploração sexual e reprodutiva de mulheres. O feminicídio é o expoente máximo da violência contra mulheres, geralmente cometido por homens do convívio da vítima. Esse é um relato de experiência cartográfico que trata da violência contra mulheres e do feminicídio como exercício de ódio contra a insubmissão, a partir da vivência das apresentações do espetáculo Aquelas – Uma dieta para caber no mundo, do Grupo Manada Teatro, que foi apresentado no Ceará e no Pará, bem como das oficinas e encontros com mulheres durante a caravana.
Da catarse ao catártico: sobre uma teoria da representação pós-dramática
Authors: Vives Jean-Michel , Mattos-Avril Renata , Percino Rafael
Published: April 2024

O entendimento da noção de catarse passou por constante debates teóricos e controvérsias ao longo da história do teatro, e dela foram difundidas diferentes perspectivas atreladas a interesses e contextos sociais, culturais e políticos. A noção de catarse relativa à tragédia, conforme definição de Aristóteles, tem sido então explorada pelos movimentos teatrais até a sua aparente recusa no teatro contemporâneo, em especial o chamado pós-dramático. Esse artigo visa explorar não mais um possível entendimento de catarse no contemporâneo, mas como as experimentações do teatro pós-dramático se distanciam da noção aristotélica e estabelecem uma nova perspectiva ao se focarem no efeito catártico, em uma análise que perpassa a psicanálise lacaniana.
Kein Kniefall vorm Gericht
Authors: Koepsell Philipp
Published: April 2024

Eine klaffende Lücke im Rechtsschutzsystem der Bundesrepublik gäbe einer autoritär-populistischen Regierung die Möglichkeit, sich aus eigener Machtvollkommenheit über Gerichtsentscheidungen hinwegzusetzen – ohne nennenswerte Konsequenzen. Denn einer Regierung, die Urteile missachtet, setzen Gerichte kaum etwas entgegen. Deshalb soll das verwaltungsprozessuale Zwangsvollstreckungsrecht reformiert werden. Die geplanten Änderungen werden aber nicht für mehr Resilienz gegen exekutiven Ungehorsam sorgen.
Probiyotiklerin Alerjik Hastalıklar Üzerindeki Etkisi
Authors: Akarsu Rana , Yıldırım İlknur Gökçe
Published: April 2024

Alerjiler, özellikle çocuklar ve şehirde yaşayan insanlar için artan bir küresel halk sağlığı sorunudur. Alerji; bireylerin yaşam kalitesini bozmakta, bu nedenle alerjik hastalıkların tedavisi ve semptomlarının azaltılması için alternatifler aranmaktadır. Yakın zamanda bağırsak mikrobiyomunun disbiyozunun artmış atopi riski ile ilişkili olabileceği gösterilmiş ve bunu düzeltmek için probiyotikler (“iyi bakteriler”) kullanılmıştır. Probiyotiklerin antiinflamatuvar etkileri nedeniyle alerjik yanıtı önleyebileceği öne sürülse de bu alan tartışmalıdır. Probiyotiklerin faydalı etkisinin gösterildiği ve en çok çalışılan alerjik hastalıklar: Atopik dermatit, astım, rinit ve besin alerjileridir. Çoğu çalışma, Lactobacillus ve Bifidobacterium türlerinin uygulanmasını incelemiştir. Ancak aynı probiyotik bakterinin hastalar üzerindeki farklı etkileri; probiyotiklerin etkinliğinin mikrobiyal türlere, suşa, bunların türetilmiş metabolitlerine, yan ürünlerine ve hastanın bağırsak mikrobiyota öbiyozuna bağlı olduğu fikrini güçlendirmektedir. Bu derlemenin amacı; mikrobiyota ve bağışıklık arasındaki ilişkiyi açıklamak, bağışıklık sistemi ve alerjik hastalıklar arasındaki ilişki çerçevesinde bir tedavi olarak düşünülen probiyotiklerin alerjik hastalıklar üzerindeki olası etkilerini aydınlatmak ve gelecek araştırmalar için temel sağlamaktır.
Aldude eta Urepeleko mintzoa
Authors: Oier Urreizti Lafitte
Published: April 2024

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Mechanisms for protecting the marine environment from pollution in Libyan legislation within the framework of sustainable development
Authors: . A.Hashm Nagat
Published: April 2024

This study aims to shed light on the importance of controlling the marine environment, and the state’s ability to apply relevant environmental laws, given that the marine environment is an arena for many activities that may cause its deterioration or limit its exploitation, in accordance with Law No. (15) of 2003 m, for the protection and improvement of the environment, It is known that the prevention of pollution, limiting the various damages resulting from it, and combating it is a goal that most countries seek to achieve. Therefore, the study aims to focus on the appropriate methods for measuring pollution, determining its levels, and knowing whether it has an impact on the environmental balance, and the natural environment of the environment. The marine, as well as the development of plans and scientific programs in order to achieve sustainable development, and to benefit from natural resources, and to make optimal use of them.
Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Management Decision-Making: An Applied Study on Saudi Telecommunications Company
Authors: Almeshari Meshari , Alsharif Asama , Alzahrani Njood , Sadek Walid , Abdul Hamid Al-Faisal
Published: April 2024

The study aimed to investigate the impact of artificial intelligence, with its dimensions (genetic algorithms, intelligent agents, expert systems), on managerial decision-making, with its aspects (decision-making stages, decision-making determinants, decision-making elements, participation in decision-making) in Saudi Telecommunications Company. To achieve the study objectives, a descriptive-analytical approach was followed. The study population included all employees within Saudi Telecommunications Company. Due to the difficulty of conducting a comprehensive census of all individuals in the study population, the study used a simple random sampling method by distributing the questionnaire link across all social media platforms used by the study population. The study sample comprised 464 individuals who responded to the questionnaire. The study results revealed a statistically significant positive impact of the level of artificial intelligence usage on managerial decision-making in Saudi Telecommunications Company. A strong positive correlation was found between the usage of artificial intelligence and managerial decision-making in the company. The study recommended focusing on providing financial resources, logistical capabilities, and support for the development of artificial intelligence applications that can help maintain the outstanding level of artificial intelligence application usage in Saudi Telecommunications Company. Additionally, efforts should be directed towards providing the technological infrastructure that contributes to enhancing the company's ability to utilize artificial intelligence applications.
An Analytical Study of the Development of Vehicle Insurance in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Al Dossary Amal , Sadek Walid , Abdul Hamid Al-Faisal
Published: April 2024

The analytical study of the development of vehicle insurance in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia addresses the importance of insurance in Saudi society and its impact on the economy and social development. The study begins by highlighting the Industrial Revolution and the development of the global economy, and how this led to an increase in the number of vehicles and an increasing need for insurance. The study shows that insurance has become an indispensable social necessity due to the huge number of factories and economic companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Insurance works to compensate for damages and disasters to which individuals are exposed, and represents solidarity and support in society. The study indicates that insurance companies provide different types of insurance that meet the needs of individuals and companies. It also points to the close relationship between economic growth and the growth of the insurance sector, as the development of the economy contributes to supporting the sector and increasing its investments. The study concludes with the importance of developing the insurance sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and improving the services provided, in addition to enhancing awareness of the importance of insurance and motivating citizens to benefit from insurance services to protect their property and enhance financial and social stability in the country.
Penerapan Pidana oleh Penyidik Terhadap Pelaku Tindak Pidana Pencurian Dengan Kekerasan Pada Taxi Online
Authors: Firman Albert , Fahmiron
Published: April 2024

Pencurian dengan kekerasan diatur dalam Pasal 365 KUHP, yang merupakan klasifikasi bentuk kejahatan terhadap harta benda. Ancaman pidananya termasuk kategori berat dibandingkan dengan pencurian biasa dan harus adanya kekerasan yang mengkibatkan luka pada korban. Sehingga menimbulkan tanya tentang indikator luka pada suatu peristiwa dapat diterapkan ketentuan pasal tersebut mengingat tingginya ancaman pidana. Seperti peristiwa pencurian yang ditangani oleh Unit Reskrim Polsek Lubuk Begalung, yang mengadakan penyidikan atas meninggalnya pengemudi taxi online. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan yuridis normatif sebagai pendekatan utama, dengan melakukan penelitian terhadap aturan-aturan hukum terkait penyidikan tindak pidana pencurian dengan kekerasan. Di dukung pendekatan yuridis empiris dengan melakukan penelitian untuk melihat bekerjanya aturan-aturan hukum tersebut pada penyidikan tindak pidana pencurian dengan kekerasan pada Taxi Online oleh penyidik Satreskrim Polresta Padang.  Tolak ukur penerapan pasal pencurian dengan kekerasan tersebut tidak hanya pada nilai barang atau benda yang menjadi objek pencurian, melainkan bentuk perbuatan pelaku.
Lo queer como mecanismo literario: más allá de los binarismos a través del cuerpo monstruoso
Authors: Magaña Andaluz Olivia
Published: April 2024

En este artículo tratamos de analizar de qué manera lo queer se presenta como una alternativa a las dinámicas tardo-capitalistas y patriarco-coloniales poniendo en el centro los cuerpos monstruosos, es decir, articulando una propuesta que intenta ir más allá de los binarismos inherentes al orden masculino. En concreto observamos cómo esta cristaliza en el ámbito literario con la proliferación de novelas políticas que se construyen en la apertura y la monstruosidad, como ficciones referenciales afectivas. Para ello, hemos decidido usar como ejemplos dos obras queer de formato multimodal: El bebé verde. Infancia, transexualidad y héroes del pop (2016) de Roberta Marrero y Orlando. Mi biografía política (2023) de Paul B. Preciado, porque nos permiten comprender con mayor claridad lo que entendemos por literatura queer.
La recepción clásica como estrategia para la disidencia sexual en la poesía de Cristina Peri Rossi
Authors: Gibanel Faro Diego
Published: April 2024

En este trabajo se lleva a cabo un análisis de la poesía de la escritora uruguaya Cristina Peri Rossi desde la perspectiva de la Recepción clásica. Para ello, mediante un análisis de los textos se reflexiona sobre sus concepciones de la relación entre lenguaje e identidad, el peso de la tradición como herencia, y las identidades de mujer y lesbiana como clave de la resignificación de la tradición. Se abordarán tres ejemplos temáticos de recepción: los tópicos del amor, el tema del viaje y el mito fundacional o la génesis de los sexos.
Entre las grietas de lo extraño: Thomas Ligotti y el irrealismo macabro
Authors: Marino-Cicinelli Simone
Published: April 2024

This study will begin by locating Thomas Ligotti within the literature of the strange, a genre that, today, is threatened by its own writers involved in a consumerist and capitalist system. Subsequently, emphasis will be placed on the relationship between Lovecraft and Ligotti, analyzing how Ligotti connects with 20th century Lovecraftian fiction, recovering the true narrative myth and, from this, a macabre unrealism constitutive of the literature of the strange of the 21st century.

Este estudio comenzará ubicando a Thomas Ligotti en el seno de la literatura de lo extraño, género que, hoy en día, se ve amenazado por sus propios escritores involucrados en un sistema consumista y capitalista. Posteriormente, se hará hincapié en la relación existente entre Lovecraft y Ligotti, analizando cómo este conecta con la ficción lovecraftiana del siglo XX, recuperando el verdadero miedo narrativo y, a partir de esto, un irrealismo macabro constitutivo de la literatura de lo extraño del siglo XXI.
TÜRKİYE BÜYÜKLER TAEKWONDO ŞAMPİYONASINDA İLK SEKİZE GİREN SPORCULARIN, MAKSİMAL VURUŞ KUVVETİ İLE ANTROPOMETRİK PROFİLİNİN KARŞILAŞTIRILMASI
Authors: YEŞİLÇİMEN TUĞÇE , ŞENYURT ALİ FIRAT
Published: April 2024

Amaç: Türkiye Büyükler Taekwondo Şampiyonasında ilk sekize giren sporcuların, maksimal vuruş kuvveti ile taekwondonun antropometrik profilinin incelenmesi amacıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Gereç ve Yöntem: Çalışmada, Büyükler Türkiye Taekwondo Şampiyonasında ilk sekize giren sporcuların, maksimal vuruş kuvveti ile taekwondonun antropometrik profili özetlenmiştir. Çalışma antropometrik özellikler (uzunluk ve çevre) ile (Gulick Antropometrik band, model J00305, Lafayette Instrument, A.B.D.) maksimal vuruş kuvveti elektronik gövde koruyucusu (EBP; Electronic Body Protector) bar cinsinden değerlendirilmiştir. Bulgular: Sağ ve sol ekstremitelerin femur uzunluk, calf uzunluk, femur çevre, calf çevre ve maksimal vuruş kuvvetleri arasında anlamlı fark vardır. Sol ve sağ calf uzunlukları ile sol ve sağ maksimal vuruş kuvveti arasında anlamlı fark bulunmaktadır. Maksimal vuruş kuvvetleri ile femur sağ-sol uzunluk ve çevre, calf çevrede anlamlı fark bulunmamaktadır. Sonuç: Bu çalışma, üst düzey taekwondocuların performanslarıyla ilişkilendirilecek olan antropometrik profilin belirlenmesiyle antrenörlerin antrenman programı yazımında yardımcı olmaktadır. Gelecekteki çalışmalar, diğer müsabaka kategorileri, vücut kütlesi ve yaş grubu incelemesini içermelidir.
DAYANIQLI TURİZM: İQTİSADİYYATIN ŞAXƏLƏNDİRİLMƏSİNƏ YÖNƏLƏN STRATEGİYANIN ƏSAS İSTİQAMƏTLƏRİNDƏN BİRİ KİMİ
Authors: MƏMMƏDOV Saqib
Published: April 2024

Məqalədə turizminin inkişafı və onun əraziyə və bütövlükdə ölkə iqtisadiyytaında təsir imkanları haqqında tədqiqat aparılmışdır. Digər tərəfdən, turizminin təşkili ilə ölkənin beynəlxalq mühitdə tanınması, təbliğat və təşviqat işinin yüksək səviyyədə həyata keçirilməsi və s. əsas məsələlər araşdırılmışdır. Həmçinin, məqalədə ölkə iqtisadiyyatının dayanıqlı inkişafına yönələn iqtisadiyytaın şaxələndirilməsi ilə bağlı mövcud turizm potensialının, turistlərin Azərbaycana çoxsaylı səfərlərinin təşkili, turizmin müxtəlif növlərinin inkişaf etdirilməsi, müasir turizm infrastrukturunun yaradılması və s. sahələrdə məqsədyönlü tədbirlər həyata keçirilməsi üçün əsas istiqamətlər öz əksini tapmışdır.
BMT TƏHLÜKƏSİZLİK ŞURASININ 4 QƏTNAMƏSİNİN İCRA OLUNMAMASININ ƏSAS SƏBƏBİ ( 822 SAYLI 30. IV.1993, 853 SAYLI 29 VII 1993-CÜ İL, 874 SAYLI 14 X.1993, 884 SAYLI 12 XI 1993) ( FAKTLARIN TƏNQİDİ TƏHLİLİ)
Authors: ZÜLFÜQARLI Məhərrəm
Published: April 2024

Məqalədə Dağlıq Qarabağ probleminin həllində böyük dövlətlərin Azərbaycana qarşı riyakar fəaliyyəti, onların dolayı yolla yaratdıqları bəzi süni maneələrə aydınlıq gətirilib. Azərbaycan Respublikasının işğal olunmuş ərazilərinin azad olunması ilə bağlı BMT Təhlükəsizlik Şurasının 4 qətnaməsinin icra olunmamasının səbəbləri faktlara əsasən izah olunub.
The importance of sambhasa (debate method) for increasing the self-confidence of the younger generation of hindu in Bali
Authors: I Made Sudarya I Made Dirgantara Dwi Putra , I Gusti Putu Gede Widiana  , Anak Agung Raka Asmariani
Published: April 2024

Sambhasa is the art of debate and logic in India, equipped with a structured debating method. Hindu followers have three ways to resolve issues: first is Vada (discussion), second is Samvada (dialogue), and third is Tarka (Debate). Debate is a highly intellectual and refined skill aimed at elevating Hindus from various impure beliefs and thoughts that can be detrimental to Hindu Dharma. It serves the noble purpose of training the younger generation in analytical skills, using real facts to gain understanding of an issue, and comparing different perspectives on the matter. Debating becomes a fascinating discipline, inclusive of pramana, which involves seeking fundamental truths through four methods of observation: pratyaksa, anumana, upamana, and sabda, recognized by the Nyaya system as the four valid sources of knowledge. Debate is an engaging activity for the youth believed to boost confidence and shape positive character. However, a drawback lies in the dominance of participants who are confident and well-versed, overshadowing those who lack confidence and expertise in competitive debate.
Research Map of Social Security for Employment: Bibliometric Analysis Approach
Authors: As-Salafiyah Aisyah , Rusydiana Aam Slamet
Published: April 2024

This study aims to examine the development of research on Social Security for Employment as published in journals focusing on this theme. This study used a qualitative method with a bibliometric analysis approach. The data used are secondary data obtained from the Scopus database comprising 201 journal articles with the theme of Social Security for Employment. Then, the data is processed and analyzed using the VOSviewer application to visualize bibliometric maps. The findings of the study reveal that in bibliometric author mapping, the author who published the most research was Drake R.E. The institution that made the most significant contribution was the Office of Retirement and Disability Policy. Additionally, the most contributing and productive country in research related to this theme is the United States. Furthermore, the most frequently used keywords were worker, benefit, employee, and health. Meanwhile, based on the bibliometric keyword mapping, four clusters can become research lines, namely (1) Social security benefits for individuals with mental disabilities, (2) Social protection and worker contributions within the social security system, (3) Job and health insurance for workers and employment social security, and (4) Government social security policies regarding unemployment and labor death.
DOSA ASAL DALAM TRADISI KRISTEN DAN RELEVANSINYA TERHADAP SAKRAMEN BAPTISAN
Authors: Siallagan Harimerwaty , Marpaung Frans Soma , Harianja Mikael , Hasibuan Ricky Pramono
Published: April 2024

This writing attempts to explore the concept of original sin in Christian theology, which believes that every human inherits a spiritual flaw from the fall of Adam and Eve. The research highlights its impact on the relationship between humans and God, emphasizing the need for salvation through Jesus Christ as the Savior. The main focus is on the sacrament of baptism as a means of forgiveness of sins and spiritual restoration through a new birth in the Christian faith. Through theological analysis, this article discusses the role of emergency baptism, especially in restoring the relationship between humans and God. The author employs a qualitative approach to delve into the concept of original sin and its connection to Baptism. Based on the research findings, salvation through baptism is seen as liberation from original sin and an experience of a new birth. Therefore, emergency baptism in the HKBP church is deemed highly necessary.
The Influence of Globalization on Family Traditions and Values
Authors: Herawati Netty , Jafari MohammadBagher , Sanders Karin
Published: April 2024

Objective: In an era marked by unprecedented globalization, understanding its impact on the most fundamental unit of society—the family—becomes crucial. This study aims to explore the multifaceted ways in which globalization influences family traditions and values, focusing on how global cultural flows, technological advancements, economic factors, and intergenerational dynamics reshape familial practices and beliefs. Methods and Materials: Employing a qualitative research design, this study gathered data through semi-structured interviews with 20 participants from diverse cultural backgrounds. The participants were selected to cover a broad age range and varied levels of exposure to globalization. Data collection continued until theoretical saturation was achieved. Thematic analysis was utilized to identify key themes and categories within the data, offering in-depth insights into the participants' experiences and perceptions. Findings: Five main themes were identified: Global Cultural Exchange, Technological Impact, Intergenerational Dynamics, Cultural Adaptation and Resistance, and Economic Influences. Each theme encapsulated several categories and concepts, highlighting the complex interplay between global and local influences on family life. Key findings include the selective adoption of global cultural elements, the transformative role of technology in family interactions, the negotiation between traditional and global values across generations, active engagement in cultural adaptation, and the significant impact of economic factors on family traditions and values. Conclusion: The study reveals that globalization exerts a profound and multifaceted influence on family traditions and values, leading to a dynamic process of adaptation, preservation, and transformation. Families are shown to be active agents in navigating the complexities of global and local cultural streams, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in the face of global cultural and economic pressures. The findings underscore the importance of understanding the nuanced impacts of globalization on the microcosm of family life, contributing to the broader discourse on cultural continuity and change in a globalized world.
The Evolution of Patriarchal Structures in Contemporary Families: A Qualitative Inquiry
Authors: Russell William , Yang Yaliu
Published: April 2024

Objective: The patriarchal family structure has been a dominant societal framework, influencing gender roles and family dynamics across cultures. However, contemporary societal shifts, including changes in economic conditions, cultural norms, and gender expectations, have begun to challenge and reshape these traditional structures. This study aims to explore the evolution of patriarchal structures in contemporary families, focusing on how these changes impact authority dynamics, economic influences, and cultural and social norms within family units. Methods and Materials: A qualitative research design was employed, utilizing semi-structured interviews with 25 participants from diverse backgrounds to gather in-depth insights into the shifting patriarchal dynamics within families. Theoretical saturation was achieved, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the themes. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key themes and subthemes related to the evolution of patriarchal structures. Findings: The analysis revealed three main themes: Changing Dynamics of Authority, Economic Influences on Patriarchy, and Cultural and Social Norms. Under the Changing Dynamics of Authority, findings highlighted a trend towards joint decision-making, redistribution of gender roles, and new conflict resolution strategies. Economic Influences on Patriarchy underscored the role of financial independence in challenging traditional norms, with significant changes observed in household economy management and the impact of economic crises on family roles. Cultural and Social Norms revealed shifts in perceptions of masculinity and femininity, the influence of marriage and family traditions, the role of religion, education, and the impact of media and technology on family structures. Conclusion: This study demonstrates that patriarchal structures in contemporary families are undergoing significant evolution. Economic autonomy, cultural shifts, and changing gender roles play pivotal roles in this transformation. The findings suggest a move towards more egalitarian family structures, where traditional patriarchal authority is being renegotiated in response to contemporary societal changes.
Enhancing Selective Attention in Children with Learning Disorders: Efficacy of Executive Functions Training
Authors: Bulut Solmaz , Bukhori Baidi , Parsakia Kamdin
Published: April 2024

The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an executive functions training program in improving selective attention among children with specific learning disorders. It sought to assess the immediate and sustained impacts of the intervention by comparing changes in selective attention scores between experimental and control groups across pre-test, post-test, and follow-up measurements. A total of 40 children diagnosed with specific learning disorders were recruited and randomly assigned to either the experimental (n=20) or control (n=20) groups. The experimental group underwent a comprehensive executive functions training program, while the control group received no intervention. Selective attention was assessed for all participants at three time points: pre-test, immediately post-intervention (post-test), and at a follow-up session. Descriptive statistics, mixed-model Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), and Bonferroni post-hoc tests were employed to analyze the data. The experimental group demonstrated significant improvements in selective attention scores from pre-test to post-test (mean difference = 6.40, p = 0.001) and maintained these improvements at follow-up (mean difference = 6.55, p = 0.001). In contrast, the control group showed minimal changes across the same periods. Statistical analyses confirmed significant effects of time, group, and time × group interaction on selective attention scores, with large effect sizes (Eta² > 0.37) indicating the substantial impact of the intervention. The executive functions training program was highly effective in enhancing selective attention among children with specific learning disorders. The intervention led to significant and sustained improvements, highlighting the potential of targeted cognitive training in supporting children with learning challenges. These findings suggest that incorporating executive functions training into therapeutic and educational strategies for children with learning disorders could substantially benefit their cognitive development and academic performance.
Building Psychological Strengths: A Study on the Effectiveness of Psychological Capital Workshops in Improving Adaptive Behavior Among Patients with Physical Disabilities
Authors: Al-Dossary Saeed Abdullah , Atak Irmak , Atapour Neda
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of psychological capital workshops in enhancing adaptive behavior among patients with physical disabilities. It explored how interventions focusing on optimism, hope, resilience, and self-efficacy could influence the adaptive capabilities necessary for navigating life with a physical disability. A randomized controlled trial design was employed, involving 30 participants with physical disabilities, divided equally into intervention and control groups. The intervention group underwent a structured psychological capital workshop comprising ten sessions, each lasting 75 minutes. The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition (Vineland-3), was utilized to measure adaptive behavior at baseline, post-intervention, and at a four-month follow-up. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 27, employing repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) with Bonferroni post-hoc tests to assess changes over time within and between groups. The intervention group exhibited significant improvements in adaptive behavior from baseline to post-intervention and maintained these gains at the four-month follow-up. In contrast, the control group showed no significant changes in adaptive behavior across the same periods. The analysis confirmed the effectiveness of the psychological capital workshops, with significant differences in adaptive behavior scores between the intervention and control groups, particularly notable in the post-intervention and follow-up assessments. Psychological capital workshops significantly enhance adaptive behavior in individuals with physical disabilities, highlighting the potential of psychological interventions in rehabilitation programs. By focusing on developing psychological strengths, such as resilience, hope, optimism, and self-efficacy, individuals with physical disabilities can achieve better adaptive outcomes, improving their quality of life and ability to navigate daily challenges.
Evaluating the Efficacy of a Multifaceted Health Behavior Training Program on Psychological Distress
Authors: Mardani Farzaneh , Vázquez Nancy Parra , Rajendrakumar Jinashree , Saadati Seyed Milad
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a comprehensive Health Behavior Training Program in reducing psychological distress among adults. The program, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, stress management, and health education, sought to provide participants with effective tools to manage distress and improve overall well-being. A randomized controlled trial design was employed, involving 50 participants with mild to moderate psychological distress, randomly assigned to either the experimental group receiving the Health Behavior Training Program or a control group receiving no intervention. The intervention consisted of 8 weekly sessions, each lasting 90 minutes. Psychological distress was measured at baseline, post-intervention, and at a three-month follow-up using the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10). The experimental group exhibited a significant reduction in psychological distress scores from pre-test (Mean = 33.81, SD = 4.19) to post-test (Mean = 27.44, SD = 4.42) and maintained these improvements at the three-month follow-up (Mean = 27.39, SD = 4.37). In contrast, the control group showed no significant changes in distress scores over time. Analysis of variance with repeated measurements indicated significant effects of time (F(2) = 6.33, p < 0.01), group (F(1) = 7.10, p < 0.01), and their interaction (F(2) = 6.40, p < 0.01) on psychological distress scores, underscoring the effectiveness of the intervention. The Health Behavior Training Program significantly reduced psychological distress among participants compared to a control group, with sustained effects at a three-month follow-up. These findings support the implementation of multifaceted health behavior interventions as effective tools for managing psychological distress and enhancing mental health outcomes.
From Nature to Laboratory: The Impact of Leilem Leaves’ Ethanol Extract on Pancreatic Lipase Enzyme Activity
Authors: Siringo-Ringo Aurian Fricilia , Fatimawali Fatimawali , Bodhi Widdhi , Manampiring Aaltje E. , Kepel Billy J. , Budiarso Fone D.H.
Published: April 2024

For many years, there have been theories on the possibility of preventing or delaying type 2 Diabetes Mellitus by altering some of its risk factors. Drugs that combat obesity have recently been researched concerning the prevention of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Inhibition of the digestive enzyme pancreatic lipase is a potential therapeutic strategy in treating and managing chronic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. Plants containing bioactive compounds are identified as potential sources of pancreatic lipase enzyme inhibitors. The use of natural compounds in inhibiting pancreatic lipase enzyme activity is considered to have more potential due to low toxicity and side effects. This study aims to determine the potential and activity effect of ethanol extract of leilem leaves on inhibiting pancreatic lipase enzyme. This study is a laboratory experimental study, the method of measuring lipase inhibition potential was performed using porcine lipase and PNPB with several modifications and using Orlistat as a positive control. Readings were taken using an ELISA reader at a wavelength of 405 nm. The data were then processed to obtain the IC50 value and relative potency. The results of in vitro studies have shown the potential of leilem leaf extract to inhibit pancreatic lipase enzyme activity. Qualitatively, the results showed that leilem leaf extract contains secondary metabolite compounds such as Alkaloids, Flavonoids, Tannins, Saponins, Steroids, and Terpenoids. Quantitatively, the results showed that the ethanol extract of leilem leaves had an absorbance value at the lowest concentration of 1.346 ± 0.53 and 0.709 ± 0.29 for the highest concentration. The IC50 result obtained was 137.89 μg/mL while the IC50 value of the positive control Orlistat was 77.022 μg/mL. Ethanol extract of leilem leaves (Clerodendrum minahassae Teijsm. & Binn) has a potential value of 0.558.
The Dynamics of Adolescent Sexuality: A Comprehensive Study
Authors: Jannah Raudhatul , Budinurdjaja Pribakti , Febriana Silvia Kristanti Tri , Arifin Syamsul , Panghiyangani Roselina
Published: April 2024

Adolescent sexual behavior is all adolescent behavior that is driven by sexual desire. One of the impacts of risky sexual behavior is STIs in the form of AIDS. Banjarbaru City is one of the cities with the highest prevalence rate of AIDS sufferers aged 15-19 years, namely 28.57%. The aim of this research is to analyze the influence of knowledge, attitudes, parenting patterns and spiritual beliefs on adolescent sexual behavior through intention in Banjarbaru City. This research uses cross sectional. There are 200 samples using the Cluster Proportional Random Sampling technique. The instrument uses a questionnaire. Dependent variable: adolescent sexual behavior. Independent variables: knowledge, attitudes, parenting patterns and spiritual beliefs. Intermediary variable: intention. Analysis uses path analysis. The research results show the p-value of the direct effect on sexual behavior, knowledge variables (p=0.016), parenting patterns (p=0.004) and spiritual beliefs (p=0.005), attitudes (p=0.305). Simultaneously the p-value of all independent variables on sexual behavior (p=0.014). Taken together in the indirect effect, intention was not a significant mediating variable (p=0.159>0.05). The conclusion of this research is that there is a direct effect between knowledge, parenting patterns and spiritual beliefs and there is no direct effect between attitudes towards sexual behavior. Simultaneously, all independent variables have a direct effect on sexual behavior. The indirect effect of intention was not a significant mediation in this study.
Impact of Cocoa Seed Extract Toothpaste on Plaque Reduction in Pediatric Populations
Authors: Nuraskin Cut Aja , Salfiyadi Teuku , Reca Reca , Mardiah Ainun
Published: April 2024

Plaque is a soft deposit that forms a helical biofilm layer and attached tightly to the tooth surface, in which its presence requiring the use of specific control agents. The safest and most effective plaque control is to use a toothbrush and toothpaste. On the other hand, extract from Theobroma cacao L. seeds contains antioxidant and antibacterial secondary metabolites which could act as a toothpaste active agent. The aim of this research was to determine the impact of Theobroma cacao L. seeds-added toothpaste in reducing plaque index of among children. This is a non-blinding clinical experiment with a pre-test and post-test research design. The research subjects were 30 healthy children aged 8-10 years which were randomly divided into three arms (treatment and control). The results revealed that Theobroma cacao L. extract used as the active ingredient contained contains phenolics, tannins, flavonoids, terpenoids, saponins, and alkaloids. Significantly higher plaque index reductions were observed among children treated with toothpaste containing 1% (mean difference=2.060; p=0.06) as compared to control. In conclusion, the Theobroma cacao L. seeds-added toothpaste could significantly reduce plaque index among healthy children.