bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Asociación entre alteraciones del perfil linfoide ampliado por citometría de flujo y errores innatos de la inmunidad
Authors: Martín María Luz , Maximiliano Ezequiel Frías  , Laura Del Pino  , Débora Velázquez  , Victor Skrie  , Beatriz María Inés Pereira  , Julio César Orellana
Published: December 2024

Objective: To evaluate the association between the expanded lymphoid profile and inborn errors of immunity using flow cytometry.
Methods: Observational and cross-sectional, case-control study, carried out in patients with a diagnosis or clinical suspicion of inborn errors of immunity, treated at the Santísima Trinidad Children’s Hospital in Córdoba, Argentina, from August 2021 to November 2022. Clinical data were collected, and peripheral blood samples were obtained for flow cytometry analysis, using the PIDOT tube, to identify lymphocyte subpopulations. For statistical analysis, Fisher’s exact test, odds ratio and binary logistic regression model were used. 
Results: 40 cases and 20 controls were analyzed. The most frequently altered lymphocyte subpopulations were: CD4+ n (63%), Mem c/s (60%) and Mem s/s (55%). A statistically significant association was found between several lymphocyte subpopulations and health-disease status. Binary logistic regression reported Mem s/s and CD4+n as altered lymphocyte subpopulations with a greater probability to have inborn errors of immunity.
Conclusion: This study contributes to improving the understanding of inborn errors of immunity and demonstrates a strong association with altered lymphocyte subpopulation profiles. Mem s/s and CD4+n emerge as relevant biomarkers for diagnosis. Heterogeneity in different diseases and in flow cytometry underlines the importance of evaluating each patient individually, to improve diagnosis and treatment.
Keywords: Inborn errors of immunity; Flow cytometry; Lymphocyte subpopulations; Diagnostic markers.
Artificial Intelligence in Nursing Practice: Legal Aspects and Transformation of the Profe ssional Role of Nurses
Authors: Seliverstov P.V.
Published: December 2024

The article examines the current issue of implementing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in modern medical practice with a special focus on the role of nursing staff. The key areas of AI application in healthcare, the existing regulatory framework in the Russian Federation, and ethical aspects of using intelligent systems in medicine are analyzed. Particular attention is paid to the transformation of nurses’ professional competencies in the context of healthcare digitalization. Based on the analysis of current practices and technology development prospects, recommendations are proposed for adapting educational programs and professional standards for nursing staff.
Sudden cardiac death, a modern representation of the problem
Authors: Tsvetkova A.Y. , Filich A.S. , Morozov A.M. , Penyaz E.V.
Published: December 2024

Sudden cardiac death (SCD) remains one of the most pressing and noteworthy problems of our time. Every year millions of people fall victim to this serious condition, often without any preceding symptoms. Given the high mortality rate from cardiovascular diseases, the study of the causes and mechanisms of CHD is of particular importance for medicine. The main risk factors include genetic predisposition, age, gender, and the presence of chronic diseases. Lifestyle transformation, including physical activity and diet, also plays a key role in prevention. Modern technologies such as tele- and remote cardiology open new horizons for health monitoring. However, diagnosis and treatment alone are not enough to combat CHD. Education and public awareness of risks, symptoms and preventive measures are of paramount importance. Integration of scientific research with clinical practice will create a foundation for reducing the rate of CHD and improving the quality of life of the population.
CONVERSATIONAL IMPLICATURES IN MAGIC REALISM MOVIES – THE GREEN MILE
Authors:   1 Decembrie 1918 University of Alba Iulia, Gabriel-Dan Bărbuleț
Published: December 2024

This paper investigates conversational implicatures within the context of magic realism cinema, with a specific focus on Frank Darabont’s The Green Mile. In the genre of magic realism, where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur, understanding the deeper layers of dialogue is crucial for deciphering thematic elements and character motivations. The film, which blends supernatural events with human drama, serves as an ideal case study for exploring how conversational implicatures shape meaning and viewer interpretation. Using Grice’s Cooperative Principle as the theoretical framework, the study analyzes how characters’ dialogue conveys implicit meanings beyond the literal interpretation. The Cooperative Principle posits that conversational participants collaborate to communicate meaning, and from this, conversational implicatures emerge—hidden messages that are interpreted based on contextual clues and shared knowledge. The research method involves a corpus analysis of selected dialogue excerpts from The Green Mile, focusing on the pragmatic strategies employed by characters. The study’s results demonstrate that conversational implicatures significantly enhance the portrayal of supernatural phenomena, moral dilemmas, and thematic motifs in the film. For example, specific scenes reveal how subtle dialogue choices allow viewers to grasp deeper moral and emotional undertones. By dissecting key moments, the analysis highlights how these strategies engage the audience, enriching their understanding of the narrative. Beyond The Green Mile, the findings also offer broader insights into the relationship between language and meaning within the magic realism genre. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse in film studies by illustrating the importance of pragmatics in cinematic storytelling, particularly in genres where reality and the supernatural intersect.
REAL AND MAGICAL SPACES IN SALMAN RUSHDIE’S MIDNIGHT’S CHILDREN: THE KASHMIR VALLEY AND THE SUNDARBANS
Authors:   National University of Science and Technology Politehnica of Bucharest University Centre of Pitești, Amalia Mărășescu
Published: December 2024

The paper deals with two real regions in India that acquire a magical quality in Salman Rushdie’s novel, Midnight’s Children, the Kashmir Valley, where the narrator-protagonist’s family history begins, and the Sundarbans, where Saleem regains his memory. It begins with Rushdie’s assertion that the spaces and places in the novel are as fictional as they are real, described during a time when the writer no longer lived in India. The paper then introduces Michel Foucault’s concept of heterotopia which shares key characteristics with the two spaces analysed: both are isolated, yet penetrable, function in relation to surrounding space, and reach their full potential when characters break with traditional time. The main analysis focuses on the realistic elements of the Kashmir Valley and the Sundarbans before highlighting the magical aspects that transform them. In the Kashmir Valley, the landscape is personified, resisting intrusion, particularly from Doctor Aadam Aziz, who returns with a new worldview after studying in Germany. The valley’s timelessness, its association with Paradise, and its extraordinary inhabitants – exemplified by Tai the boatman – are also explored. The Sundarbans similarly resists change, rejecting four strangers – Saleem Sinai, Ayooba Baloch, Farooq Rashid and Shaheed Dar –after initially attempting to assimilate them. Its symbolic association with a tomb, the theme of symbolic death followed by a rebirth and the exaggerated features of the forest are also discussed. The paper concludes by drawing parallels between the two spaces, both of which possess agency, resist intrusion, and function as atemporal havens where unconventional solutions to crises are sought.
TIME, SPACE, AND MAGICAL REALISM. SALMAN RUSHDIE’S EAST, WEST AND THE JUXTAPOSITION OF TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL LANDSCAPES
Authors:   “Nicolae Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy, Sibiu, Corina Mariana Mitrulescu
Published: December 2024

Although best known for his novels, Salman Rushdie has effectively managed to contrast magical or fantastical elements in his short stories. East, West is a collection of short stories in which Salman Rushdie skilfully weaves together narratives to control time and space in novel ways by blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. The purpose of this paper is to investigate how the author, by the layering of historical periods or the disruption of concepts of linear time, is able to create complex temporal and spatial landscapes within his narratives. In order to depict displacement and hybridity, a variety of spatial contexts are juxtaposed, from the modern landscapes of London and New York to the busy streets of Bombay. As deeper realities about the human condition are revealed, the lines separating reality from the imagined are shifted. East, West presents Rushdie’s postcolonial perspective and his ideas of displacement and alienation through the investigation of time and space while magical realism is used as a potent technique for delving into issues relating to hybridity and cultural identity.
THE REPREZENTATION OF MOSCOW URBAN REALITY IN THE NOVEL THE MASTER AND MARGARITA ’BY MIHAIL BULGAKOV. THE MAGIC HAVIG A CORECTIVE ROL
Authors:   1 Decembrie 1918 University of Alba Iulia, Maria Holhoș , Andra Gabriela Holhoș ,   Speculum Center for the Study of the Imaginary  1 Decembrie 1918 University of Alba Iulia
Published: December 2024

The inclusion of the supernatural in Moscow's urban spaces (flats, restaurants, theater halls, the writer’s house, office) is meant to enhance the understanding of reality in its paradoxical nature. The boundary between the real and the unreal blurs due to the integration of opposing categories within the novel, aiming to reveal the complexity of the contemporary world. The inclusion of magic within real spaces, the sudden shifts between reality and imagination, and the metamorphosis of elements from one state to another support the syncretic nature of The Master and Margarita and Mikhail Bulgakov’s approach of maintaining a make-believe tone in recounting events through authorial reluctance. The text’s subtleties allow the author to express both personal and social critiques.
FACETS OF SOME WRECKS: THE SAVING CIVILIZATION
Authors:   1 Decembrie 1918 University of Alba Iulia, Lucian-Vasile Bâgiu
Published: December 2024

The essay is a comparative analysis of the way in which salvation is presented into three novels dealing with shipwrecks and outcasts: Golding’s Lord of the Flies (1954), Tournier’s Friday, or The Other Island (1967), and Coetzee’s Foe (1986). Through the comparative analysis of three novels of the 20th century, the essay highlights how the shipwreck of the representatives of European civilization on an exotic, deserted and uninhabited island leads to a similar solution, of the impossibility of salvation in the framework of the same civilization. The difference in vision from the happy end feature of the Robinson myth established by Daniel Defoe is self-imposed and proves an acute crisis of modern man’s consciousness, but also an aesthetic awareness of the fact that, a few hundred years away from the establishment of the modern myth, European civilization can no longer feed on its own illusions.
The Role of Culture in Shaping Managerial Overconfidence and Its Impact on Financing Decisions
Authors: G. A. Sri Oktaryani  , Mannan Siti Sofiyah Abdul
Published: December 2024

Traditional economic models that assume rational decision-making may not accurately capture the complexities of real-world financial decision-making. Behavioral Decision Theory can explain the gap between classical capital structure theories and inconsistent empirical evidence. Under the assumption of bounded rationality Behavioral Decision Theory linking cultural values, overconfidence and financial decision making. Culture is an important aspect in organization which need close attention. Culture play a vital role in shaping behavioral biases. Overconfidence is one of the well-known cognitive biases in financial decision making that often seen in managers. Cultural differences and managerial overconfidence have impact on financing decisions.
Training on Calculation of Production Cost and Determination of Product Selling Price to Increase Competitiveness of MSMEs in Alai Village
Authors: Marshelindy Marshelindy , Handayani Susi , Emilda Emilda , Ratu Mutiara Kemala , Mutaqin Zenal
Published: December 2024

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a crucial role in the Indonesian economy, including in job creation, improving people's welfare, and strengthening the national economic structure. One effective solution to address these challenges is through training on cost of goods produced (COGS) calculation and selling price determination. This study focuses on the training provided to MSMEs in Alai Village, with the aim of improving the understanding of business actors regarding the components of COGS and effective selling price setting strategies. The method used in this research is the field practice method which goes through three stages, namely preparation, implementation and evaluation. The results showed that participants gained better knowledge about COGS calculations and were able to set competitive selling prices, thereby increasing operational efficiency and profit margins. This was proven when researchers conducted periodic research at 2 stages, namely before the presentation of the material (pretest) and after the presentation of the material (posttest). Thus, this training makes a positive contribution to business sustainability and the economic welfare of local communities, increases the competitiveness of MSMEs, and has a positive impact on local economic growth
Frequency of Vitamin D deficiency in children under five years of age in a tertiary care hospital of Pakistan.
Authors: Sonia Saleem  , Shahid Mahmood  , Bint ul Huda  , Mishal Shaheen  , Muhammad Affan Arif Butt  , Hina Jawaid  , Muhammad Maaz Arif
Published: December 2024

Objective: To determine the frequency of vitamin-D deficiency in children under five years of age. Study Design: Cross-sectional-survey. Setting: Department of Pediatrics, Gulab Devi Hospital, Lahore. Period: 01-6-2022 to 1-12-2022. Methods: This cross-sectional survey was done in the Department of Pediatrics, Gula Devi Hospital, Lahore. One hundred children, with fever, flu cough or presented for vaccination or routine check-up were included via Non-probability consecutive sampling. Children were assessed for vitamin D level. Data analysis was done in SPSS v. 25.0. Results: In this study, there were 100 children included with mean age of 3.8 ± 1.1 years. There were 25 (25%) male children and 75 (75%) female children. The mean duration of sun exposure per 24 hours was 1.8 ± 0.6 hours, and previous history of vitamin-D deficiency was noted in 3 (3.0%) cases. Mean vitamin-D level was calculated as 24.75 ± 9.90 ng/ml in all the children. Out of 100 children, 62 (62.0%) children had vitamin-D deficiency. Conclusion: According to this data, “the chances of vitamin D deficiency are higher in children less than 5 years of age belong to local community.”
A VOZ FEMININA NO POETRY SLAM: uma análise sociolinguística
Authors: Israel Laiza Beatriz Silva , Prado Maria Paula , Campos-Toscano Ana Lúcia Furquim
Published: December 2024

A partir dos estudos linguísticos realizados durante o período de formação acadêmica, interessamo-nos pela área da Sociolinguística Variacionista, que evidencia ser a linguagem a expressão mais característica de um comportamento social. Nesta pesquisa, ainda em desenvolvimento, analisamos a poesia Slam, que apresenta variantes de natureza extralinguística e comporta variações de acordo com as identidades sociais dos falantes e ouvintes e das condições de produção discursiva, demonstrando, dessa maneira, o comportamento sociolinguístico dos sujeitos da comunicação desse tipo de poesia.

Entendemos, nesse contexto, que a poesia Slam, pertencente a comunidades de fala das periferias e inspirada pelo rap, considerado um gênero literário de resistência e de denúncias sociais, representa a identidade linguística de falantes que sofrem com o preconceito linguístico por não utilizarem a norma-padrão como a única forma correta, bonita e elegante de se expressar.

Em face disso, apresentamos a problematização de nossa pesquisa: como se configura a linguagem de slammers mulheres nas batalhas que ocorrem em praças públicas, ou seja, qual é a identidade desses falantes? Para tanto, buscamos responder às seguintes questões: Quais são as gírias utilizadas nos Slams? Esta pesquisa, que está em desenvolvimento, é fruto de um projeto de pesquisa, como atividade obrigatória do Curso de Letras do Uni-FACEF - Centro Universitário Municipal de Franca.

As construções sintáticas obedecem às regras da norma padrão? As escolhas linguísticas contribuem para a luta das mulheres contra a violência doméstica, o machismo etc? Os termos empregados são objetos de preconceito linguístico em relação à norma padrão? A linguagem utilizada reflete o grau de escolaridade das poetas?

O objetivo geral desta pesquisa, portanto, é analisar as variantes diastráticas e diatópicas presentes no Slam a fim de verificar como se constitui a identidade linguística das poetas. Os objetivos específicos são: estudar os principais conceitos da Sociolinguística, entre eles, norma padrão, variantes linguísticas e preconceito linguístico; refletir sobre a linguagem e sua relação com a sociedade; compreender como a linguagem de determinado grupo social reflete uma ordenação valorativa.

Como referencial teórico-metodológico, utilizamos os pressupostos da Sociolínguística, em especial, os estudos de Alkmim (2000), Bagno (2003, 2004, 2007), Gnerre (1991) e Faraco (2008) assim como as pesquisas sobre Poetry Slam de Oliveira (2022), Vidal (2021), e Sousa (2022), configurando, desse modo, em uma pesquisa qualitativa.
Educação e linguagens
Authors: Costa Nivia Maria Assunção
Published: December 2024

Este livro é fruto da disciplina “Educação e Linguagens”, oferecida na primeira turma do curso de pós-graduação lato sensu em Ensino na Educação Básica, durante o primeiro semestre de 2022. Na disciplina “Educação e Linguagens”, objetivou-se refletir sobre o uso de língua e linguagem para o ensino dos distintos componentes curriculares escolares na perspectiva da sociolinguística interacional, sociocognição, linguística textual e multissemiótica. Além do mais, compreendendo que a linguagem é a base da constituição do ser humano, destacamos, também, que ela é entendida como uma ferramenta essencial da interação e construção de conhecimento.
Processamento de imagens aéreas com WebODM: passo a passo
Authors: Ferrari Leonardo Lã , Silva Marlon Alves Peçanha da , Calabianqui Taís Neves , Santos Neimar da Silva Souza , Gonçalves Marjorie Mezabarba , Cabral Ricardo Pinheiro , Moreira Thiago Blunck Rezende , Zandonadi Cecília Uliana , Ferreira Vinícius Girelli , Ferrari Jéferson Luiz , Rodrigues Nívea Maria Mafra , Almeida André Quintão de , Moreira Tais Rizzo , Santos Alexandre Rosa dos
Published: December 2024

Nos últimos anos, o avanço tecnológico nas áreas de sensoriamento remoto, em
especial de DRONES ou RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System), ou ainda
Aeronaves Remotamente Pilotadas, revolucionou a maneira como analisamos o
mundo ao nosso redor. O processamento de imagens aéreas tornou-se uma
ferramenta essencial em diversas áreas do conhecimento, como a agricultura e
silvicultura de precisão, planejamento urbano, monitoramento ambiental, entre
outras. No entanto, muitas vezes, a complexidade de softwares especializados
cria uma barreira para aqueles que desejam explorar esse universo.
Foi com esse desafio que decidimos elaborar o livro “Processamento de Imagens
Aéreas com WebODM: Passo a Passo”. O objetivo desta obra é guiar o leitor, de
maneira simples e prática, por todas as etapas necessárias para o
processamento de imagens aéreas utilizando o WebODM, uma plataforma de
código aberto que tem ganhado notoriedade por sua acessibilidade e eficiência.
O WebODM se destaca por permitir que usuários de diferentes níveis de
experiência, desde iniciantes até profissionais, possam executar operações
avançadas de mapeamento e reconstrução 3D sem a necessidade de softwares
proprietários caros e complexos. Neste livro, apresentamos não apenas as
instruções para instalação e configuração do WebODM, mas também
orientações detalhadas para realizar tarefas essenciais, como a criação de
ortomosaicos, modelagem 3D, entre outras funcionalidades.
Esta obra foi concebida para atender tanto estudantes quanto profissionais de
diversas áreas que procuram uma abordagem prática para o processamento de
imagens aéreas. Cada capítulo foi cuidadosamente estruturado para que, ao
final, o leitor seja capaz de realizar todo o fluxo de trabalho de forma autônoma,
aplicando os conceitos apresentados em seus próprios projetos. Esperamos que
esta leitura, além de fornecer ferramentas práticas, inspire novas descobertas e
a aplicação criativa do processamento de imagens aéreas em seus respectivos
campos de atuação.
The Great Mathematics Teacher: Student Perspectives in Technology-Based Learning
Authors: Putranto Sumbaji
Published: December 2024

After the Covid-19 pandemic, the impact of life on the economic, social, health, and education sectors is still being felt. One of the changes in education is the increasing number of technology-based learning. This research aims to find out students' perspectives on online learning, the technology used by teachers in learning, and online learning strategies based on students' perspectives. Researchers use phenomenological research. Researchers began collecting data using a questionnaire followed by semi-structured interviews. Data analysis was carried out using the Bogdan & Biklen approach including data reduction, categorization of data into sub-themes and themes, deduce. The research shows that students have difficulty understanding mathematics when learning online. The use of technology that is not optimal causes impacts. Teachers do not take advantage of virtual meetings which can be a medium for meetings between students and teachers, so that both can build communication and closeness between teachers and students which will help students understand mathematics material.
Rūmī and Chishtī Mystics in the Subcontinent (18th Century to present)
Authors: Fayyaz Fatima
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT: From the eighteenth century onwards, Rūmī’s Ma ṡ navī significantly influenced the Chishtī Silsilah, one of the most popular mystic orders of the subcontinent. Biographies, discourses, treatises, and other writings of Chishtī Sufis reveal how Ma ṡ navī was integrated into theological and mystical debates within Chishtī ḳhānqāhs. The shared emphasis on the centrality of the pīr (spiritual guide) in both Rūmī’s mystical ideology and Chishtī Sufism allowed Chishtīs to frequently quote Ma ṡ navī in their discussions. Leading Chishtī figures referenced Ma ṡ navī’ s verses to support their arguments alongside the Quran and Ḥadīṡ (sayings of Prophet Muḥammad, pbuh). They elucidated Ma ṡ navī through the lens of Chishtī teachings, which contributed to propagating it amongst their followers. Additionally, Chishtīs incororated Ma ṡ navī into their samā ʻ (listening to music) and ʻurs (death anniversary of a Sufi) gatherings, promoting the work amongst the masses across the region. Later Chishtī Sufis even referenced Naqshbandī authors while interpreting Ma ṡ navī , highlighting its role as a bridge between Sufi traditions in India.
Trade-Embodied Carbon Emissions in China's Manufacturing Industry Based on the MRIO Model
Authors: Lin Tong , Le Yang
Published: December 2024

With the rapid development of the economy in China, as early as 2013, China had overtaken the United States as the largest trader of goods. According to the OECD database, since joining the World Trade Organization (WTO), carbon emissions from manufacturing trade have accounted for more than 80% of all sectors in China. Reducing carbon emissions from manufacturing trade can effectively alleviate the carbon emission challenges faced by China. This study constructs a Multi-Regional Input-Output (MRIO) model to estimate the scale of carbon emissions embodied in China's manufacturing trade from 2012 to 2018, and analyzes the differences in carbon emissions among various manufacturing sectors. The results show that between 2012 and 2018, China's manufacturing export trade embodied carbon decreased while import trade embodied carbon increased, with the basic metals sector contributing significantly. Further analysis indicates that the proportion of carbon emissions from intermediate product exports is more than half and is on the rise, while the proportion of direct import of intermediate products and indirect trade energy consumption in the import trade embodied carbon has declined. China, as the "world's factory," has undertaken a large amount of carbon emissions caused by intermediate product trade from developed countries.
A Pragmatic Study of Irony in Dickens’ ‘A Tale of Two Cities’
Authors: Abdullah Najim Abd Aliwie
Published: December 2024

The study aims to examine the phenomenon of irony in Charles Dickens’ novel “A Tale of Two Cities” pragmatically. It identifies the common strategies used to convey irony and the different types of irony used in the novel. The research design involves an introduction that illustrates a literature review on irony and its various forms, analysing samples from the novel, employing a model to analyse the data, and using statistical methods to calculate the results. The findings show that verbal irony is the most frequently employed form of irony in the novel, followed by dramatic irony and situational irony. The study supports the hypothesis that verbal irony is the most prevalent type of irony used in the novel. The data analysis includes examples of each type of irony to illustrate the findings. This research seeks to address that knowledge gap with analysis of this paper, which seeks to establish the functioning and pragmatics of verbal irony alongside situational and dramatic irony in “A Tale of Two Cities” in order to portray cynicism and the criticism of the prevailing social order. The study reached some conclusions, the most important of which is that verbal irony is the most common type used by language users, and the novelist intends to ridicule a subject and point out its faults through satire.
Next-generation battery solutions for EVs: The power of digital twins
Authors: Arpit Darbari
Published: December 2024

As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly central to the future of transportation, battery technology remains at the core of their performance, safety, and economic viability. However, the complexity of battery systems requires advanced management techniques to ensure optimal performance over the lifecycle of an EV. One such approach is the use of digital twins—virtual representations of physical battery systems, which enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and optimisation. This paper explores the integration of digital twins in EV battery systems, examining their potential to enhance efficiency, longevity, and safety. The study further discusses the challenges of implementing digital twin technology, the technological advancements required, and future research directions in the EV sector.
Determination of Diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) for frontal chest radiology of adult patients at Regional Hospital Center of Daloa, Côte D'Ivoire
Authors: Ponaho Claude KEZO  , Akpa Marcel AGNERO  , Konan Rene KAMBO
Published: December 2024

Although, diagnostic radiology is important in medical field, it significantly contributes to the irradiation of patients.
One of the major goals of medical imaging is to minimize the radiation dose to the patient without compromising the
image quality needed to produce an accurate diagnosis. Therefore, it is necessary to establish the diagnostic reference
levels (DRLs) in radiology in order to achieve this goal. This study aimed to determine the DRLs for the chest radiological
examination at the Regional Hospital of Daloa. A DAP meter was used to acquire the dose-area product (DAP) and air
kerma data of 127 adult patients (≥ 18 years) undergoing chest examinations in the radiology room. Then the Entrance
Surface Dose (ESD) calculated by weighting the dose in air by the BSF backscatter factor and DRLs in DAP and ESD were
determined with the 75th percentile statistical method. The key findings showed a variation of 2.69 to 500.47cGy.cm2
and 0.388 to 10.104 mGy respectively for DAP and ESD with means of 52.314 cGy.cm2 and 2.279 mGy respectively. The
respective values of DRL in DAP and ESD found in this work were 60.91 cGy.cm2 and 2.658 mGy. The comparison of the
DRL values in DAP and ESD found in this work with others values has shown that they were lower than the national and
international values of DRLs. This study was essential for RHC of Daloa because it has evaluated the patient doses and
indicated that these doses are quietly optimized.
The impact of diabetes on spermatogenesis
Authors: Cassandra B. Caldera-Flores  , Bryan G. Herrera-Herrera  , Gemma-Murguía-Herrera  , Edgar O. Rodríguez-Moreno  , Juan J. Sandoval-Chaidez  , Brissia-Lazalde
Published: December 2024

Diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disease characterized by persistent hyperglycemia, has been shown to have a significant impact on several body systems, including the male reproductive system, spermatogenesis, the process of sperm formation and development in the testes, can be adversely affected by the direct and indirect effects of diabetes, the main mechanisms involving oxidative damage, hormonal alterations, mitochondrial dysfunction and endoplasmic stress, The main mechanisms involve oxidative damage, hormonal alterations, mitochondrial dysfunction and endoplasmic stress, which can lead to a reduction in the quality and quantity of spermatozoa, as well as in their motility and morphology. In addition, diabetes can induce chronic inflammation and affect the integrity of the blood-testicular barrier, which alters the microenvironment necessary for healthy spermatogenesis, in the present communication we describe the theoretical aspects of the effects of diabetes on seminal fluid with emphasis on spermatogenesis as well as its impact on male fertility.
36. Approach to the Study of Patterns of Long-Term Settlement and Land Exploitation in the Region of the First Nile Cataract (Egypt)
Authors: Nicolini Serena
Published: December 2024

The First Nile Cataract region (Egypt) has always played a crucial role as a border area and a crossroads for cultures and people living in adjacent landscapes characterised by different cultures. The region has its central point in the modern city of Aswan, but it extends up to the Kom Ombo Plain in the north and reaches the Bab el-Kalabsha in the south, comprehending the Eastern and Western Deserts.
This volume mainly focuses on the complex mixing of archaeological evidence in a geographical and natural environment whose changes were impacted by and influenced by human activities and needs. Integrating various datasets, from historical and archaeological ones to the remote sensing observation of large areas, represents a challenging aspect of this research.
An area corresponding to ca. 18,000 km2 has been selected, and the chronological framework has been chosen to cover a considerable period, from the beginning of the 5th millennium BCE to the final Byzantine period. Throughout prehistoric and historical periods, this region has witnessed a mix of cultural traditions which have reflected on its rich archaeological record and ethnographic heritage: the Egyptian, Nubian, desert nomads, and later, Persian, Greek and Roman components are only some of the cultural entities which interacted within the landscape. A dynamic human approach to the landscape was evolving through time and contributing to the transformations of the environment.
Multi-temporality and multifunctionality appear as two essential aspects when the archaeological evidence of the First Nile Cataract region is considered in its geographical and topographical setting as a general context for settlement patterns and resource exploitation analyses.

Serena Nicolini obtained her PhD in archaeological research methods at the University of Bologna in 2023. This volume represents a revised version of the project’s results and reflects her interests in landscape archaeology and spatial analysis in the Nile Valley and Eastern Sahara.
She has worked in Egypt as a member of the Aswan-Kom Ombo Archaeological Project since 2014 and has collaborated on other projects. She has published, together with other colleagues, papers derived from presentations during international conferences, discussing remote sensing and digital reconstructions of the landscape from an archaeological point of view. Her research interests span rock art and epigraphic analysis to archaeological excavations and cover a broad chronological period, from the Predynastic to the Roman period in Egypt.
Preservar, describir e identificar comedias sueltas antiguas: incógnitas y hallazgos bibliográficos
Authors: Ulla Lorenzo Alejandra
Published: December 2024

In this paper we intend to address the difficulties raised by the preservation, description and identification of old Spanish theatre chapbooks, a publishing genre neglected by critics and sometimes forgotten by libraries or archives due to its overwhelming number, but also as a consequence of the bibliographic problems it presents. In recent years, the computer resources available to us have made it easier to create resources that promote the research of this group of printed editions. The new tools have allowed us to understand the importance of this editorial genre in the theatre of the Golden Age, since the theatre chapbooks sometimes preserve first or unique editions in the context of the dramatic heritage of the seventeenth century.
2 • Ceramic Mesolithic, Sub-Neolithic, Para-Neolithic Hunter-Gatherers in Availability Phase: Searching for a Definition for the Obvious
Authors: Kiosak Dmytro
Published: December 2024

In this chapter, we examine the prolonged co-existence of ceramic-using hunter-gatherers and early farmers in the study region. Contrary to expectations, there is little to no evidence of hunter-gatherers adopting farming or herding practices through interaction with early farmers. Interestingly, the earliest ceramic ware appears to have entered the region through hunter-gatherer exchange networks, slightly preceding the arrival of pottery brought by early farmers.
4 • The Neolithization: A Micro-Regional Approach
Authors: Kiosak Dmytro
Published: December 2024

The frontier region of the Southern Buh Valley experienced three distinct waves of Neolithisation, likely interspersed with episodes of cultural landscape abandonment. These de-Neolithisation events provide the foundation for a discontinuous model of Neolithisation in the frontier regions of Eastern and Northern Europe. Evidence of interactions between early farmers and ceramic-using hunter-gatherers is examined through chronology, settlement patterns, soil exploitation, and overlapping viewsheds. However, until now, such evidence remains largely indirect prior to the fifth millennium BCE, becoming more tangible only in the period leading up to the formation of the Steppe Eneolithic.
5 • Conclusion
Authors: Kiosak Dmytro
Published: December 2024

The available data supports a discontinuous model of Neolithisation in southern Eastern Europe. Establishing sustainable agriculture in this region required multiple attempts, each progressively covering a larger area. Over time, the Neolithic way of life became a foundational aspect not only for early farming societies but also for their Steppe neighbours, who possessed a distinctly different genetic composition.
Afetle mücadelede yerel yönetimlerin rolü ve etkisi: Japonya-Türkiye karşılaştırması
Authors: Küçükyağcı Tamer
Published: December 2024

Afet yönetimi, kriz anlarında hızlı ve etkili müdahale gerektiren, hayat kurtaran bir süreçtir. Yerel yönetimler, afet öncesi, sırası ve sonrasında hayati bir rol oynamaktadır. Bu çalışmada, belediyelerin afet yönetiminde nasıl organize oldukları, hangi stratejileri benimsedikleri ve ne tür uygulamalar gerçekleştirdikleri ele alınmıştır. Japonya, deprem gibi doğal afetlerle sık sık karşılaşan bir ülke olarak güçlü bir afet yönetim sistemine sahiptir. Türkiye ise son yıllarda afet yönetimi kapasitesini artırmaya yönelik önemli adımlar atmaktadır. Çalışma, her iki ülkedeki belediyelerin afet yönetim süreçlerini, uygulama farklılıklarını ve bu farklılıkların etkilerini analiz etmektedir. Araştırmanın bulguları, Japonya’da yerel yönetimlerin afet yönetimi süreçlerinde daha entegre ve koordineli bir yaklaşıma sahip olduğunu, Türkiye’de ise bu süreçlerin daha merkeziyetçi bir yapı içinde gerçekleştiğini ortaya koymuştur. Japonya’daki belediyeler, toplumsal katılımı teşvik eden ve halkın bilinç düzeyini artıran çeşitli eğitim programları ve tatbikatlar düzenlerken, Türkiye’de bu tür faaliyetlerin nispeten sınırlı olduğu gözlemlenmiştir. Bu bağlamda, yerel yönetimlerin afet yönetimindeki rolü, yönetim yapıları, kaynak kullanımı ve toplumsal katılım düzeyleri karşılaştırmalı olarak değerlendirilmiştir. Çalışmanın son bölümünde ise Türkiye’deki belediyelerin afet yönetiminde daha etkin olabilmesi için hangi stratejilerin uygulanabileceğine dair öneriler sunulmuştur.
OTTOMAN PERIOD OF COMMERCIAL URBAN AREAS: RESEARCH OF MANİSA-KULA CONSERVATION AREA
Authors: Atalan Ozlem , Özer Baş Gizem , Gölükcü İpek , Tatlıhayat Eymen , Çamlı Ahmet Yavuz
Published: December 2024

Kula is one of the districts of Manisa where historical and traditional residential architecture is intensely seen. This study aims to reveal the historical commercial buildings in the Kula Urban Conservation Area within the determined limits, with an urban and architectural focus. There are many studies on the traditional houses and monumental buildings of Kula, but there is no study on the historical bazaar and commercial buildings. This study is important because it covers these structures, which are both Group 1 and Group 2 cultural assets that need to be protected, and the holistic traditional bazaar texture in the district and documents it in this context. In the research, the existence of a highly qualified commercial fabric was determined. In this area, there are many shops and inns with few examples that have preserved their original character. The majority of historical commercial buildings could not maintain their original function and were re-functioned with current commercial activities.
Blazing a Trail for Service Design in the City of Malmö
Authors: Lindeberg Christina
Published: December 2024

It is inspiring to see public institutions embracing service design
at scale. However, for those within less mature organisations, such
examples may feel distant or difficult to apply. This article aims
to support and empower service design champions in organisations
which are just beginning their service design journey.
Design With Impact: Service design beyond the tools
Authors: Clearwater Sarah
Published: December 2024

Much of the common design discourse is centred on improving
our craft with time often disproportionately invested in polishing
our processes and outputs. Yet, in the context of continuous
organisational change, is this enough to achieve outcomes for our
customers, colleagues and communities?
Powerful Introductions: A simple tactic for in-house service design influence
Authors: Shelly Katie
Published: December 2024

The reality of working in-house as a service designer is that most
people the designer must work closely with don’t know what service
design is. We need practical tactics to survive and thrive in environments where engagements with us perhaps do not come naturally.
A powerful self-introduction with colleagues is one such tactic.
Mit Gnade gegen die Spaltung?
Authors: Henkel-Algrang Antje , Heiland Konrad , Valldorf Jörn
Published: December 2024

Gnadenlosigkeit scheint in unserer gegenwärtigen Welt zuzunehmen. Kriege, Armut und der Klimawandel lassen viele skeptisch in die Zukunft blicken. Welche Rolle spielt dabei »Gnade« gegenüber uns selbst und gegenüber anderen? Dieses Wort, das im ersten Moment vielleicht etwas angestaubt klingt, hat großes Potenzial. Welches genau, das haben wir Konrad Heiland gefragt. Der Psychotherapeut und Autor hat sich in seinem Sammelband, gemeinsam mit anderen Autor:innen, mit den unterschiedlichen Facetten von Gnade auseinandergesetzt.
Alles »toxisch«?
Authors: Sander Dirk
Published: December 2024

Schon seit geraumer Zeit stehen männliche Verhaltensweisen als fremdund selbstschädigende Muster in der Kritik. Sie sind nicht von Geburt vorhanden, werden vielmehr gesellschaftlich und kulturell unterschiedlich hergestellt. In der alltäglichen Praxis stellt »Männlichkeit« vielfach ein durch Ambivalenzen und Widersprüche gekennzeichnetes, intraund interpersonales Konfliktfeld dar. Im Hinblick auf die mediatorische und beraterische Arbeit lohnt es sich, schädliche Aspekte von Männlichkeiten zu erkennen und sie in der mediativen Praxis konstruktiv aufzugreifen.
Effektivität von Online-Kommunikation und -Mediation
Authors: Schwarz Hannah
Published: December 2024

Die Möglichkeit der Online-Mediation ist nicht nur für Ausnahmesituationen wie die Coronapandemie interessant. Studien zeigen, dass Online-Kommunikation in verschiedenen Bereichen effektiv und beliebt sein kann. Jedoch stechen für hochemotionale Situationen weiterhin die Vorzüge von Präsenz-Kommunikation hervor. Erste Studien zur Effektivität von Videokonferenz-Mediationen sind trotzdem vielversprechend. Mediator:innen sollten hierfür ihren Gestaltungsspielraum kennen und ausschöpfen.
Worte wirken
Authors: Nixdorf Christian Philipp
Published: December 2024

Worte wirken. Manchmal wirken sie Wunder, manchmal initiieren oder verschärfen sie auch Konflikte. Wie Worte wirken ist kontingent. Es ist in erheblichem Maße beeinflussbar durch die Formulierungen, die genutzt werden, um Sachverhalte zu beschreiben. Die genutzte Rahmung (engl. Framing) kann bewirken, dass ein und derselbe Sachverhalt höchst unterschiedliche Assoziationen weckt. Sich dessen bewusst zu sein und eigene Rahmungen zu reflektieren, ist in der Mediation bedeutsam.
Pendidikan Kesehatan dengan Media Video tentang Bahaya Pemberian MP-ASI di Puskesmas Mojosongo Boyolali
Authors: Wina Winarsih , Wahyuningsih Wahyuningsih
Published: December 2024

Menurut World Health Organization bayi yang mendapatkan makanan pendamping ASI sebelum berusia 6 bulan akan memiliki risiko 17 kali lebih besar mengalami diare dan 3 kali lebih besar kemungkinan terkena infeksi saluran pernapasan atas (ISPA) dibandingkan bayi yang hanya mendapat ASI eksklusif dan mendapatkan MP ASI dengan tepat waktu. Pemberian MP-ASI yang terlalu dini atau tidak tepat dapat menimbulkan masalah kesehatan pada anak. Faktanya, praktek pemberian MP-ASI dini di Indonesia masih banyak dilakukan. MP-ASI dini dapat berdampak terhadap kejadian infeksi yang tinggi seperti alergi, diare, infeksi saluran napas hingga gangguan pertumbuhan. Berikut adalah dampak pemberian MP-ASI terlalu dini, yaitu resiko jangka pendek yang dapat mengurangi keinginan bayi untuk menyusui (konsumsi ASI berkurang), dan bayi dapat mengalami penyumbatan saluran pencernaan atau diare, serta meningkatkan risiko terkena infeksi. Sedangkan dampak jangka panjangnya dapat berupa kelebihan berat badan atau kebiasaan makan yang tidak sehat, menyebabkan alergi terhadap makanan. Metode dalam penyuluhan ini menggunakan media video dan booklet. Hasil dari pengabdian adalah peningkatan penegetahuan setelah diberikan edukasi tentang bahaya MPASI dini dimana dilakukan evaluasi secara acak pada tiga peserta yang bersedia mengisi lembar pre test dan post test. Hasil evaluasi pre dan post test soal tentang MPASI tersebut yang dilakukan pada 3 orang peserta secara acak, yang mana dari hasil pretest ketiga peserta soal yang mampu terjawab dengan benar sejumlah 7 soal, salah dibagian jenis MPASI, frekuensi pemberian MPASI, dan cara pemberian MPASI. Setelah dilakukan edukasi dan diberikan post test, hasil yang didapat adalah 10 soal benar semua. Kesimpulan dalam pengabdian ini adalah dengan media video dan booklet peserta menjadi tertarik melihat, termotivasi memberikan MP-ASI dengan tepat mengingat bahaya yang ditimbulkan serta dari Pengabdian ini harapanya bisa dibuat secara berkala penyuluhanya dengan tema yang berbeda
Peningkatan Rasionalitas Swamedikasi Melalui Sosialiasi Gerakan Sadar Obat Bebas DAGUSIBU
Authors: Lutfi Hidiyaningtyas  , Larasati Dwi
Published: December 2024

. Hasil survei Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) pada tahun 2022 melaporkan persentase masyarakat yang melakukan swamedikasi di Provinsi DI. Yogyakarta sebesar 82,74%. Angka ini meningkat jika dibandingkan dengan persentase tahun 2021 yaitu sebesar 80,68%. Tingginya tingkat swamedikasi dan adanya banyak faktor yang mendasari seseorang melakukan swamedikasi harus menjadi perhatian bagi seorang apoteker. Kesalahan dalam pengobatan (medication error) merupakan permasalahan yang banyak terjadi di kalangan masyarakat pada swamedikasi. Salah satu hal yang mendukung terjadinya peristiwa tersebut karena kurangnya edukasi yang memadai kepada masyarakat terkait informasi mengenai cara mendapatkan obat dengan benar, menggunakan obat dengan benar, menyimpan obat dengan benar dan membuang obat dengan benar. Masyarakat Dukuh Medelan, Kelurahan Sumberagung, Kecamatan Jetis, Kabupaten Bantul merupakan salah satu masyarakat yang sering melakukan swamedikasi pada kondisi-kondisi yang ringan seperti demam, batuk, dan diare dengan membeli obat di warung atau apotek terdekat. Dari hasil observasi diketahui bahwa tingkat pengetahuan tentang penggunaan dan pengelolaan obat masyarakat Dukuh Medelan masih rendah, sehingga perlu adanya pemberian edukasi kepada masyarakat Dukuh Medelan tentang pentingnya  menggunakan  obat dengan benar, meningkatkan kemandirian dan perubahan perilaku masyarakat dalam memilih dan menggunakan  obat  secara  benar,  dan  akhirnya  akan  meningkatkan  penggunaan  obat  secara rasional dalam swamedikasi.
Simulasi Sistem Point of Sale Menggunakan Radio Frequency Identification Pada Perusahaan Ritel
Authors: Astrid Lestari Tungadi  , Erick Alfons Lisangan  , Arif Resya Saputra
Published: December 2024

Salah satu faktor yang berpengaruh terhadap layanan di pasar swalayan adalah efisiensi waktu. Mayoritas pasar swalayan masih menggunakan barcode. Implementasi teknologi ini menimbulkan permasalahan antrian di kasir baik pada saat pembacaan kode maupun transaksi pembayaran. Dalam mengatasi kelemahan dari teknologi barcode dapat memanfaatkan teknologi Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). Dalam penelitian ini akan merancang sebuah sistem Point of Sale (POS) yang memanfaatkan teknologi RFID untuk mengatasi permasalahan antrian. Sistem RFID-POS kemudian disimulasikan sesuai dengan keadaan dari lokasi penelitian, yaitu Gelael Signature Makassar. Gelael Signature merupakan salah satu perusahaan ritel modern yang berbentuk swalayan di kota Makassar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem RFID-POS yang dirancang telah mampu berjalan dengan baik. Selain itu, biaya investasi dari RFID-POS yang dirancang dapat menekan biaya investasi sebesar 76.17% dibandingkan penelitian sejenis sebelumnya.