bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prescription Error
Authors: Asmamaw Eleni
Published: September 2023

Objective: This research study aimed to investigate prescription errors and their intervention outcomes at Zewditu Memorial Hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during the year 2023. The study assessed the prevalence of prescription errors, identified contributing factors, evaluated the effectiveness of medication safety interventions, and examined the impact of adverse drug events on patient outcomes and healthcare costs.
Methods: A cross-sectional study design was employed, and data were collected from the hospital's prescription files. Prescription errors were classified into various categories, and the frequency and proportion of errors were calculated. The study also evaluated different medication safety interventions' effectiveness in reducing prescription errors and assessed healthcare professionals' adherence to medication safety protocols. Additionally, the study conducted a cost analysis of adverse drug events to assess their financial implications.
Results: The study revealed a prescription error rate of 25.1%, with wrong dosage, drug omission, drug-drug interactions, and illegible prescriptions being the most common error categories. Adverse drug events resulting from prescription errors affected 12.2% of patients, leading to patient harm and increased healthcare utilization. The electronic prescribing system emerged as the most effective intervention, reducing prescription errors by 60.1%. High adherence rates were observed for double-checking high-risk medications and conducting medication safety huddles. However, there was room for improvement in implementing barcoding technology and tall man lettering.
Conclusion: Prescription errors and adverse drug events pose significant challenges to medication safety at Zewditu Memorial Hospital. Implementing electronic prescribing systems and enhancing medication reconciliation processes can significantly reduce prescription errors and improve patient outcomes. Furthermore, fostering a culture of safety, promoting interprofessional collaboration, and investing in education and training programs are essential to enhance medication safety practices. Continuous quality improvement initiatives and regular audits should be conducted to address medication safety challenges and support a culture of learning from errors. Policymakers should be engaged to support medication safety initiatives, and multi-center studies are recommended to enhance generalizability.
Medical termography. Diagnosis and clinical evolution in postraumatic cervical sprain
Authors: Partida González C. , González Sánchez C. , Pérez Chuliá N.L. , Otero Rebollo J.
Published: September 2023

The main objective of this study is to validate medical thermography as a useful complementary test to determine acute processes in grade I and II trauma of cervical sprain after a traffic accident. From May 2020 to August 2021, thermographic studies were carried out on people injured in traffic accidents with a main diagnosis of cervical sprain, treated in health centers in 20 Spanish provinces, carried out by accredited technical personnel and under pre-established conditions. The data were analyzed by a team of Pain Specialist Anesthesiologists using specific software for application in clinical medicine. The results of this study allow us to affirm that thermography provides reliable data on the clinical situation of the patient both at the beginning and in its evolution after treatment, being of great help for medical decision-making. Its simple application and innocuousness allow thermography to monitor evolutionary processes with unlimited repeatability, detecting temperature changes on the skin’s surface caused by physiological dysfunction.
Žaliosios bankų transformacijos vertinimas: Lietuvos atvejis
Authors: Lapinskienė Giedrė , Achranovič Genė , Danilevičienė Irena , Baltrūnienė Violeta
Published: September 2023

As the allocator of financial flow to the economy, the banking sector must boost the green modernisation process. The European Union is issuing many new documents and regulations to force structural changes in the entire financial system and stimulate the transformation of the economy. In this case, a new regulatory framework impacts banks to accept responsibility for providing more green services. Banks have to introduce innovative financial products into the market, and each operation must be environmentally friendly. Lithuania has an ambition to be a leader in green finance development in the region. Lithuania has been assigned the Strategy and Action Plan (2021; 2023) for developing green finance in the country and pursuing to be a hub for sustainable finance locally and internationally. In the academic context, it can be seen that there are not enough instruments to be used to assess the green transformation of banks. Based on this external context, this study aims to clarify the green actions of banks in the transition to green finance, choosing publicly published sustainability reports as the subject of study. The article presents the green transformation assessment criteria and evaluates the green activities of the four largest banks operating in Lithuania according to the information provided in their latest sustainability reports. Two objectives have been set: to systematise the green assessment criteria and evaluate the information provided in the sustainability reports of the selected banks. When evaluating the data provided by the banks, the following methods were applied: systematisation of scientific literature, analysis of statistical data from the Bloomberg database, and comparative analysis. The study revealed that the Scandinavian companies’ reports present all the latest information considering various methodologies. Still, all four banks have a very cautious strategy regarding customer transformation. In 2023, according to Regulation (EP) 2020/852 2020), banks must strengthen their green activities to publicise their green investment and assets indicators.
Suaugusių žmonių dantų gydymo baimės ir burnos ligų profilaktikos sąsajos
Authors: Juchnevičienė Rita , Zdanavičienė Eglė , Mačiulienė Daiva , Motūzienė Asta
Published: September 2023

Despite advances in modern dentistry, one in seven adults experiences fear before visiting a dentist. This indicates a high prevalence of fear of dental procedures (Armfield et al., 2013). Oral health is often associated with fear of dental treatment. People who delay visits to the dentist because of fear of dental treatment experience more symptomatic and more severe oral disease (Armfield et al., 2007). Prevention of oral diseases is very important to maintain oral health (Judah et al., 2013). The research aims to reveal the links between fear of dental treatment in adults and preventing oral cavities. The objectives are to reveal the concept of fear in adults and the links between the concept of fear and the prevention of oral diseases; describe the most common diseases of the oral cavity because of the fear of dental treatment; and investigate the causes of adults’ fear of dental treatment and oral disease prevention. The methods included the analysis of scientific literature and survey data. To determine the links between adults’ fear of dental treatment and the prevention of oral cavities, a closed-ended written survey was used, consisting of questions compiled by the authors based on scientific literature. The study sample consists of 270 respondents who meet the selection criteria. The survey was conducted from 22 April 2022 to 30 April 2022. The research results revealed that most adults fear dental treatment, which is impacted by the experience of painful treatment or the dentist’s rude behaviour. People are usually afraid of being misunderstood due to oral hygiene, pain, analgesia, caries treatment, and tooth extraction. Most people who fear dental treatment try to avoid visits to an oral care professional and only pay a visit when problems arise. People who fear dental treatment underestimate their oral cavity’s condition and often do not properly perform individual oral hygiene.
Pradinių klasių mokytojų, taikančių STEAM ugdymo metodą, patirtys integruoto-holistinio kompetencijų lygmens požiūriu
Authors: Spiriajevienė Irma , Tumosienė Giedrė , Lastauskienė Jūratė
Published: September 2023

After analysing literature sources, the article discusses the STEAM educational approach and its application in primary education. The concept of teachers’ competencies and the significance, structure, and levels of integrated and holistic competencies are analysed. The guidelines for training primary school teachers, the importance of cooperation of higher education institutions with practitioners applying the STEAM educational approach, and the relevance of curriculum improvement are discussed.
18 Lithuanian and foreign educators using the STEAM educational approach participated in a scientific focus group interview study. Having obtained the content analysis data, teachers’ experiences were analysed, and competencies were identified. Educators’ competencies were analysed based on the STEAM fields: science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. The applicability of the STEAM areas in the educational process and other experiences of using the STEAM educational approach were identified. Using content analysis, the following categories were identified: the STEAM activities in education institutions (23 statements), General competencies in the STEAM (17 statements), Subject-specific competencies in the STEAM (11 statements), Most needed competencies (8 statements), Use of science in the STEAM (17 statements), Use of technology in the STEAM (21 statements), Use of Engineering in the STEAM (11 statements), Use of Arts and Culture in the STEAM (19 statements), Use of Mathematics in the STEAM (16 statements). The discussion of the participants in the study focuses on the following main sub-categories: Information Technology (11 statements), Creativity (9 statements), Application of knowledge in mathematics (7 statements), Project development (5 statements), Practical research (5 statements), Sharing of best practices (5 statements), New technologies and information management (4 statements), Design and construction (11 statements), Painting/Drawing (6 statements), Playing music (5 statements), and Data processing (6 statements). These main sub-categories reveal primary teachers’ competencies when applying STEAM education in their work. Creativity competence took a special place in the analysis of competencies. It is analysed in the article from integral, multifunctional, and holistic perspectives.
Pacientų informuotumas apie dantų implantų priežiūrą ir sąsajas su burnos priežiūros įpročiais ir burnos sveikata
Authors: Kuizinaitė Erika , Samoilova Lijana , Venevičienė Viktorija
Published: September 2023

Many patients do not perform adequate individual oral hygiene after dental implantation due to the formation of inappropriate habits or a lack of knowledge about implant care (Abbasi Begum Meer Rownaq Ali et al., 2023). For these reasons, soft and hard plaques accumulate, gingivitis forms, and alveolar bone dissolves. Complications of the dental implant, perimucositis and periimplantitis, may begin, resulting in the loss of the dental implant (Rudeejaraswan et al., 2023). Informing the patient and changing bad habits are very important factors for preserving the dental implant. General dentists claim that they play an important role in the oral health care of patients with dental implants, but their clinical practice does not always bear this out (Cheung et al., 2021). Studies show that patients who only use a toothbrush for oral care have a higher risk of developing dental implant complications than those who use additional oral care products (Hopcraft et al., 2021).
To reach the research aim, a qualitative research method was chosen, a written survey by filling in a questionnaire. An examination using simplified OHI-s and GI indices was also applied, with the help of which the informant’s oral hygiene and gingivitis conditions were determined. 10 participants took part in the research.
After analysing the awareness of the research participants about the care of dental implants and the connections with oral health, it was found that the knowledge of four informants about the care of dental implants is good or average. Still, the state of oral hygiene is satisfactory, and they have moderate gingivitis. Five informants have satisfactory knowledge of dental implant care, of which three participants have poor oral hygiene and moderate or severe gingivitis. The rest have satisfactory oral hygiene and moderate gingivitis. Analysing the relationship between informants’ oral hygiene habits and oral health, the habits of six study participants are satisfactory, resulting in satisfactory oral hygiene and moderate gingivitis.
The study results show that people with dental implants lack information about individual and professional oral hygiene. Oral care professionals should pay more attention to instructing patients. Based on scientific research, it can be stated that the oral hygiene of informants with dental implants is different. Some informants use additional oral care products and regularly visit oral care specialists, so their oral hygiene is good, while others do not have enough motivation to pay more attention to oral hygiene.
Dirbtinis intelektas aukštajame moksle: viešosios komunikacijos Lietuvoje aspektas
Authors: Šarlauskienė Lina
Published: September 2023

Education and higher education institutions can use artificial intelligence to improve the efficiency of teaching and learning processes or support learners. However, they also face many challenges related to academic integrity and acquiring the required knowledge and skills. The changes have been particularly evident with the introduction of artificial intelligence tools. For this reason, the past year has seen an increase in scholarly research and dissemination of information about the opportunities, challenges, and problems of using artificial intelligence in higher education. In Lithuania, there are no studies on the impact of artificial intelligence on changes in teaching and learning methods in higher education and related topics. Since the development of artificial intelligence tools is extremely fast, and users can quickly use them in various activities, it is necessary to urgently analyse the problem and look for possible solutions to the problems that have arisen. The article aims to examine the issue of artificial intelligence in higher education and analyse public communication about AI in higher education in Lithuania. The research results showed that official and public communication about the use of AI in Lithuanian higher education is insufficient. There is neither communication about specific challenges arising for Lithuanian higher education, comments from Lithuanian higher education institutions and other education representatives, nor recommendations to higher education institutions regarding the application of AI provided. As a result, higher education institutions or academic staff have to analyse the current situation and make decisions independently and quickly. In the face of a lack of communication, after analysing the sources and considering the available experience on plagiarism prevention, comparative advice for the academic staff on AI and plagiarism prevention is presented.
Designing for Sensemaking of Research: The Mathematics District Leader Research Group
Authors: Wonsavage F. Paul
Published: September 2023

In this article, I share a design-based research intervention meant to help mathematics district leaders build their capacity to engage with research quality. I present my design (i.e., principles, key features, and intervention structure) and elaborate on how the features of the design allowed for mathematics district leaders’ sensemaking of educational research quality, especially regarding the process for collecting data and research implications. I conclude with recommendations for mathematics teacher educators on how they might adapt my design to their contexts.
Exploring Prospective Teachers’ Development of the Cartesian Form of Complex Numbers
Authors: Akar Gülseren Karagöz , Saraç Merve , Belin Mervenur
Published: September 2023

In this study, we investigated prospective secondary mathematics teachers’ development of a meaning for the Cartesian form of complex numbers by examining the roots of quadratic equations through quantitative reasoning. Data included transcripts of the two sessions of classroom teaching experiments prospective teachers participated in, written artifacts from these teaching sessions, and their answers to pre-and-post written assessment questions. Results point toward prospective teachers’ improved meanings regarding the definition of complex numbers and the algebraic and geometrical meanings of the Cartesian form of complex numbers. Implications for mathematics teacher education include providing specific tasks and strategies for strengthening the knowledge of prospective and in-service teachers.
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH ON PROJECT WORK: ORGANIZATION AND PLANNING
Authors:   Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University, Seitkhan A.A.
Published: September 2023

At the present stage of updating education in chemistry in the development of students' self-learning abilities, as well as project work, is an urgent task of secondary schools. This article presents the results of a study on the development of students' self-learning abilities through the organization and planning of their project work on the topics of organic chemistry projects for Grade 11. The pedagogical experiment covered 12 students of the 3rd year education system of named Abai KAZNPU University. The data obtained as a result of the assessment of the teacher and the self-assessment of students showed a clear development of students' self-learning abilities in experimental classes.
Jesús, esperanza humana. Esperanza cristiana bajo un horizonte gris
Authors: García-Martínez Francisco
Published: September 2023

Este trabajo aborda un conjunto de reflexiones en torno a Jesús y la esperanza del hombre cristiano. Desde la idea de que la esperanza vive de un
misterio escondido desde la fundación del mundo en las entrañas de la realidad cuyo guardián es el ser humano; plantea un conjunto de reflexiones que
conducen a entender que la esperanza queda definida por un futuro posible,
vinculado con un compromiso con la vida presente, hasta el punto de darle
sentido y repasa algunos elementos que permiten avanzar que estamos ante
un giro antropológico derivado de la modernidad que presenta la preocupación por atraer hacia la historia la plenitud predicada para el más allá. En el
bien entendido que no todo debe ser esperado como un don de los tiempos
futuros, sino que la vida debe ser realizada como un futuro de los tiempos
presentes y llega a la conclusión de que la esperanza ahora no se viste de un
futuro conclusivo y pleno, sino en un itinerario existencial que consigue, en
medio de contradicciones, vivir con sentido. De tal manera que la esperanza
cristiana está en relación, no con unos viene futuros, sino con los bienes ya
dados, en cuanto que lo sitúa en su fundamento y plenitud, es decir, en Cristo.
Persepsi Orang Tua terhadap Aktivitas Bermain Anak Usia Dini di RA Miftahul Huda Langkaplancar
Authors: Hidayatulloh Arlan
Published: September 2023

Peneliatian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pemahaman orang tua mengenai konsep bermain anak usia dini, peran orang tua dalam aktivitas bermain anak, serta tantangan yang dialami orang tua dalam aktivitas bermain anak. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif dengan menggunakan pendekatan fenomenologi. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah orangtua yang anaknya bersekolah di RA Miftahul Huda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemahaman orang tua mengenai konsep bermain anak usia dini sudah cukup baik di mana orang tua sudah mengetahui mengenai urgensi bermain, faktor bermain, dan jenis bermain. Orang tua sudah berperan aktif dalam aktivitas bermain anak di mana orang tua berperan sebagai manager, fasilitator, teman bermain, serta observer. Tantangan yang dialami dalam aktivitas bermain anak adalah kesibukan orangtua dalam bekerja dan perkembangan teknologi. Adapun saran dalam penelitian ini adalah orang tua diharapkan dapat meningkatkan perannya dalam aktivitas bermain anak serta lebih bijaksana dalam menyikapi perkembangan teknologi. Pihak sekolah diharapkan dapat mengembangkan pendekatan bermain sebagai kegiatan pembelajaran utama.
University and Post-truth
Authors: Honcharenko Olha
Published: September 2023

The article demonstrates the conflict between university and post-truth, namely the inability of university to fight post-truth due to the underestimation of objective truth in society. The facts that university is losing the opportunity to develop students’ critical thinking as a result of the deprivation of its independence in obtaining objective truth are given as arguments. The attention is focused on the historical context of this conflict. In conclusion, the need for university to defend its independence due to the terrible consequences of post-truth for society is proved.
Regarding the Pain of the Others. Do We Need Teleethics?
Authors: Bytniewski Paweł
Published: September 2023

I borrow part of the title of my paper from Susan Sontag. In 2003, a year before her death, Susan Sontag published an essay entitled Regarding the Pain of Others. There she takes up the subject of the moral significance of presenting the views of war, violent human death exposed to the lenses of cameras. Her approach to the contemporary issue of mediatisation through the image of the sight of human suffering provokes a question: Do we need teleethics today, the ethics of remote moral relations? Using the method of comparative analysis in the area of cultural determinants of ethics, I draw attention to the contemporary challenges that the culture of late modernity imposes on the morality of everyday life. My thesis is this: The images of human suffering provided by the media reveal the imperfection of our morality. As moral subjects, we are not prepared to respond to the suffering of human beings absent from face-to-face relationships. So, we need teleethics. The paper is devoted to this issue.
Philosophy of Postmodernism as a Marker of Modern Linguistic Methodology of Research on Interlinguistic Communication
Authors: Stezhko Yurii
Published: September 2023

The paper highlights the problems of the methodology of linguistics in the light of modern cultural transformations. The research object is the methodology of linguistic studies in the paradigm of postmodernism. The purpose is to substantiate the need for parity between rational and irrational approaches in the methodology of linguistic research. A point of the problem is the state inconsistency of the linguistic methodology with modern requests of global communication. In the process of research, a brief analysis of postmodernism in its relationship with linguistics is given; the causes of methodological disagreements of linguistic practices are determined; the parity of rationalism and irrationalism in the interpretation of the text is declared; a philosophical substantiation of the position on the correspondence of the narrative form of linguistic methodology to the humanistic potential of postmodernism is given. The conclusion is that the requirements of the philosophy of postmodernism should become an immanent part of research in linguistic methodology. The significance is improving the efficiency of the practical implementation of linguistic research.
Treatment and Survival Among Patients With Colorectal Cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Multicentric Population-Based Follow-Up Study
Authors: Hämmerl Lucia , Mezger Nikolaus C.S. , Seraphin Tobias P. , Joko-Fru Walburga Yvonne , Griesel Mirko , Feuchtner Jana , Gnahatin Franck , Gnangnon Freddy Houéhanou Rodrigue , Okerosi Nathan , Amulen Phoebe Mary , Hansen Rolf , Borok Margaret Ziona , Carrilho Carla , Mallé Brahima , Ahoui Apendi Clausina , Buziba Nathan G. , Seife Edom , Liu Biying , Mikolajczyk Rafael , Parkin Donald M. , Kantelhardt Eva J. , Jemal Ahmedin
Published: September 2023

Background: The burden of colorectal cancer (CRC) is increasing in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, little is known about CRC treatment and survival in the region. Methods: A random sample of 653 patients with CRC diagnosed from 2011 to 2015 was obtained from 11 population-based cancer registries in SSA. Information on clinical characteristics, treatment, and/or vital status was obtained from medical records in treating hospitals for 356 (54%) of the patients (“traced cohort”). Concordance of CRC treatment with NCCN Harmonized Guidelines for SSA was assessed. A Cox proportional hazards model was used to examine the association between survival and human development index (HDI). Results: Of the 356 traced patients with CRC, 51.7% were male, 52.8% were from countries with a low HDI, 55.1% had colon cancer, and 73.6% were diagnosed with nonmetastatic (M0) disease. Among the patients with M0 disease, however, only 3.1% received guideline-concordant treatment, 20.6% received treatment with minor deviations, 31.7% received treatment with major deviations, and 35.1% received no treatment. The risk of death in patients who received no cancer-directed therapy was 3.49 (95% CI, 1.83–6.66) times higher than in patients who received standard treatment or treatment with minor deviations. Similarly, the risk of death in patients from countries with a low HDI was 1.67 (95% CI, 1.07–2.62) times higher than in those from countries with a medium HDI. Overall survival at 1 and 3 years was 70.9% (95% CI, 65.5%–76.3%) and 45.3% (95% CI, 38.9%–51.7%), respectively. Conclusions: Fewer than 1 in 20 patients diagnosed with potentially curable CRC received standard of care in SSA, reinforcing the need to improve healthcare infrastructure, including the oncology and surgical workforce.
ANALISIS PENDEKATAN MORAL DALAM CERITA RAKYAT DUMADINE MAKAM KI AGENG KURAHAN
Authors: Dhihniyya Khusna Nadhirotu
Published: September 2023

Banyak sekali nilai moral yang tergambar pada sebuah cerita rakyat. Nilai-nilai moral tersebut dapat berfungsi menjadi patokan dalam berkehidupan dan dapat dijadikan sebagai pembelajaran. Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan bentuk-bentuk nilai moral yang terdapat dalam cerita rakyat “Dumadine Makam Ki Ageng Kurahan”. Jenis penelitian yang dilakukan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan moral. Sumber data dalam penelitian ini adalah cerita rakyat “Dumadine Makam Ki Ageng Kurahan”. Teknik pengumpulan data terhadap cerita rakyat “Dumadine Makam Ki Ageng Kurahan” dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi.  Analisis data menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukan tiga pokok aspek nilai moral terdiri atas (1) nilai moral individu yaitu hubungan manusia dengan diri sendiri, (2) nilai moral sosial, yaitu hubungan manusia dengan manusia lain dalam lingkup sosial termasuk hubungannya dengan lingkungan alam, dan (3) nilai moral religi, yakni hubungan manusia dengan Tuhannya.
Single-photon sources and detectors dictionary
Authors: Bienfang Joshua , Gerrits Thomas , Kuo Paulina , Migdall Alan , Polyakov Sergey , Slattery Oliver T
Published: September 2023

The intention of this dictionary is to define relevant terms and metrics used in the characterization of single-photon detectors and sources with the goal to promote better understanding and communication of those metrics across the single-photon technology community. With the recent emergence and significant growth of a “quantum-component industry,” the need for common definitions of terms is clear and pressing. For example, a recent workshop sponsored by the Quantum Economic Development Consortium [QC23] identified the need for a common set of definitions for single-photon device performance metrics [QED23]. There are some existing documents relevant to this need, but they are focused on somewhat different purposes or on one specific application. For example, the ETSI document [LL09, ETS18] focuses specifically on the application of quantum key distribution, and there is a vocabulary resource under the auspices of the CIE (International Commission on
Illumination). That CIE resource [CIE20] is focused on the illumination industry. For completeness we also mention several publications which contain some compendiums of single photon definitions [EFMP11, MPFB13a, MSSM20]. Our effort here is intended to compliment and build on those existing reference documents, to create a dictionary independent of a particular single-photon application (for long-term relevance) and to promote clarity and understanding when terms and metrics relevant to single-photon sources or detectors are used by the community. This document also seeks to dispel common misconceptions and to make a few subtle distinctions that will benefit the community. This document may form the basis for a future standards document. With that as a goal, we facilitated a thorough peer-review by fellow National Institute of Standards and Technologies colleagues, the Quantum Economic Development Consortium, representatives of other National Metrology Institutes, and the
larger single-photon community. We hope that this document will promote a community-wide consensus on the definitions herein and help facilitate the growth of the single photon industry.
Report on high energy arcing fault experiments :
Authors: Taylor Gabriel , Putorti Jr. Anthony , Bareham Scott , Brown Christopher U , Tam Wai Cheong , Falkenstein-Smith Ryan , Fink Stephen , Heck Michael , Hnetkovsky Edward , Melly Nicholas , Hamburger Kenneth , Miller Kenneth
Published: September 2023

This report documents an experimental program designed to investigate high energy arcing fault (HEAF) phenomena for medium-voltage, metal-enclosed bus ducts and switchgear. This report covers full-scale laboratory experiments using representative nuclear power plant (NPP) three-phase electrical equipment. Electrical, thermal, and pressure data were recorded for each experiment and documented in this report. This report covers experiments performed on two medium-voltage switchgear units and eight non-segregated phase bus ducts. The data collected supports characterization of the medium-voltage HEAF hazard, and these results will be used to complement the data used for HEAF hazard modeling tools and support potential improvements in fire probabilistic risk assessment (PRA) methods. The experiments were performed at KEMA Labs in Chalfont, Pennsylvania. The experimental design, setup, and execution were performed by staff from the NRC, the National Institute of
Standards and Technology (NIST), Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and KEMA Labs. These experiments were sponsored by member countries of the HEAF 2 international agreement under the auspices of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The HEAF experiments were performed between August 22 and September 2, 2022. The HEAF experiments were performed on two near-identical units of General Electric metal-clad medium-voltage switchgear and eight units of non-segregated phase bus duct. A three-phase arcing fault was initiated on the equipment’s bus bars. These experiments used nominal system voltages of either 4.16 kV (AC) or 6.9 kV (AC). Arc durations in the experiments ranged from approximately 2 s to 4 s with fault currents ranging from approximately 28 kA to 32 kA. Real-time electrical operating conditions, including voltage, current, and frequency, were measured during the experiments. Heat fluxes and incident energies were measured with plate
thermometers and slug calorimeters at various locations around the electrical enclosures. Particulate samples were taken for subsequent analysis. The experiments were documented with normal and high-speed videography, infrared imaging, and photography. Insights from the experimental series include timing information related to enclosure breach, event progression, mass loss measurements for electrodes and enclosures, peak pressure rise, along with visual and thermal imaging data to better understand and characterize the hazard. These results will be used to evaluate the adequacy of existing HEAF hazard modeling tools and for potential improvements to fire probabilistic risk assessment methods related to HEAF.
Media Convergence and Journalism Practice in Nigeria Issues and Challenges
Authors:   Akwa Ibom State University, Obong Ufot John , Calixtus Akarika Daniel ,   Akwa Ibom State University, Prince Ukpe Abigail ,   Akwa Ibom State University
Published: September 2023

Media convergence has ushered in salient modifications to the functions and operation of journalists, and the journalism profession at large. Although media convergence is, to a large extent, beneficial to media organizations and their users, it challenges the operations of journalist and their functions. The history of media evolution has constantly shown that the introduction of new technology into the media landscape does not signal an end to the prevailing journalistic practices, rather it fosters the evolution and adaptation of the existing media while contributing to the development of the successor. The research utilized the qualitative research method and made use of the explorative approach, with secondary data, to ascertain the issues and challenges confronting journalism practice in Nigeria in the age of media convergence. Findings revealed time pressure, professional competencies, the question of quality, internal competition, the rise of user-created content, poor remuneration and the welfare of the Journalist as major convergence challenges facing journalism in Nigeria. The paper, therefore, concluded that technology has come to merge the different roles of the journalist and media institutions to create multimedia outlets for news gathering, processing and dissemination. Hence, the need for journalists to be versatile in their operations, adhere to the journalistic code of ethics and professional conduct and be properly motivated by their employers to drive optimal performance.
Manual on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)
Authors: Chan Kit
Published: September 2023

To assist practitioners, producers, extension workers, and related professionals in disseminating sustainable agricultural development methods, this manual contains insights and experiences of resource persons on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).
Agricultural Biotechnology and Global Competitiveness
Authors: Piang Siong Teng Paul
Published: September 2023

A compilation of papers presented at the Asian Food and Agribusiness Conference 2013: Biotechnology and Global Competitiveness covering trends in biotechnology applications, commercialization of agricultural biotechnology, risk management for sustainability, and roles of biotechnology in enhancing Green Productivity and the competitiveness of agricultural products.
Enhancing Library Silence: NOISYFIER-SVM With Machine Learning Analysis
Authors: T. Nasuli Judy Ann , Tongson , Reinalene F. , Abilla Hernan John Rafael M. , Antonio Joshua Ysabel P. , Almazan Aichelle C.
Published: September 2023

Noise remains a persistent concern in library environments, affecting both library patrons and facilitators alike. In response to this issue, the present research delved into a study aimed at addressing this isolated challenge. The primary objective of this investigation was to design and develop a novel device employing robotics and Arduino mechanisms to mitigate the negative impact of noise within library premises. The device's capabilities were thoroughly tested at Luis Y. Ferrer Jr. Senior High School, providing crucial insights into its effectiveness. The device's functionalities were calibrated according to meticulous planning and 3D design executed by the researchers. The Noisyfier incorporates a Sound Sensor Module capable of receiving and detecting sound intensity, while an alarm system with a buzzer is triggered when the sound level surpasses a predefined decibel limit. Precision testing was conducted to validate the device's performance, and a strong positive correlation with conventional decibel meters was observed. By utilizing MATLAB's Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm with a threshold value of 81.5 to discern the binary association between the 'device' and 'db meter,' the obtained correlation coefficient of 0.90476 and classification accuracy of 0.98556 showcase the device's robust performance in noise detection. The Noisyfier demonstrated remarkable efficacy as a noise monitoring device specifically tailored for library environments, and this claim is substantiated by rigorous statistical data and comprehensive analysis. To facilitate further research endeavors in this area, future researchers are encouraged to explore durable power sources and consider device modifications that enhance its portability and ease of use.
Sosialisasi Etika Berwirausaha Islami di Era Covid-19:
Authors: Mardian Andi , Rosidah Zaidah Nur , Rokhaniyah Siti
Published: September 2023

The Covid-19 pandemic has an impact on all aspects of people's lives, including the economic aspect. Among the effects of the Covid-19 Pandemic felt by most people in terms of the economy are; income decreased until they were forced to lose their jobs. In difficult conditions like this, not a few people are trying to make ends meet without paying attention to ethics. This is due to the pressure of difficult circumstances and the absence of an understanding of the importance of applying Islamic ethics in work and/or entrepreneurship. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic was also felt by the majority of residents of Central Dibal, Dibal Village, Ngemplak District, Boyolali Regency. In order to anticipate various unethical actions in work and entrepreneurship, it is necessary to socialize about Islamic entrepreneurship ethics. The aim is to educate the public about the importance of ethical principles of Islamic entrepreneurship, especially in unfavorable circumstances as a result of the Covid-19 Pandemic. This socialization activity was carried out using the lecture method from the resource persons and continued with questions and answers and discussions. Residents of Central Dibal feel a number of benefits from the implementation of this community service activity. Among the benefits obtained are; (1) people get comprehensive knowledge about ethics in doing business or entrepreneurship in an Islamic way; (2) the public is aware of the importance of understanding entrepreneurship in an Islamic way in order to avoid sustenance that is not blessed; (3) the community feels the importance of applying Islamic entrepreneurship ethics in various conditions, even though the economic conditions are difficult in the midst of the Covid-19 Pandemic that hit.

Keywords: Islamic entrepreneurship ethics; Covid-19 pandemic; socialization
Etika dan Kode Etik Pustakawan sebagai Profesionalisme di Perpustakaan
Authors: Yusniah Yusniah , Yani Eka Andria
Published: September 2023

This study aims to explain how librarian professional ethics work as professionalism for the librarian profession. This research method uses the literature review method, from various journals and other written sources that support the discussion of article content. The result of this discussion is that the librarian code of ethics must be understood by members of the profession so that members of the librarian profession carry out their duties for users, colleagues, members of other professions, and the public. As stated in the Librarian Code of Ethics, librarian members are expected to be able to apply the rules written in the Librarian Code of Ethics and practice them in carrying out their duties.

Keywords: Ethics, code of ethics, librarians
Potensi Dana Alternatif Pengembangan Ekonomi Lokal Melalui Pameran Pembangunan Kabupaten Bekasi Tahun 2018
Authors: Sukmana Pandji , Rochayah Ismi Nuryati
Published: September 2023

This study focuses on the potential and alternatives of local economic development through the 2018 Bekasi Regency Development Exhibition. The local economic potential is owned by Bekasi Regency in each sub-district. And through the Development Exhibition in Bekasi Regency, namely the Bekasi Regency Fair in 2018, products from the local economy of each district are promoted. The method used in this research is qualitative method. The theory used is the theory of the implementation of Edward III's public policy that uses communication variables, namely transmission, clarity and consistency. Based on research conducted in the Bekasi Regency Fair in 2018 successfully developed the local economy by promoting its products on the stands available at the exhibition area. This success is due to the implementation of public policies that they do meet the variables of communication, namely transmission, clarity and consistency.
Peningkatan Efisiensi Ruang Kantor Melalui Metode 5S: Analisis Kualitatif Ruang Kantor Unit Taman Rekreasi PT. Selecta
Authors: Dilargo M. Iqbal , Utama Adiguna Sasama Wahyu , Kurniawan Hindra
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi sejauh mana penerapan metode 5S di PT. Selecta. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif untuk menganalisis ruang kantor. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penerapan metode 5S belum ditemukan dalam penataan ruang kantor di PT. Selecta. Ketidakteraturan dan kekacauan lingkungan kantor menjadi indikasi ketiadaan praktik 5S. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah PT. Selecta belum menerapkan metode 5S dalam penataan ruang kantornya. Temuan ini menunjukkan perlunya PT. Selecta untuk mempertimbangkan penerapan metode 5S guna meningkatkan efisiensi dan produktivitas ruang kantor.
Le chercheur et le juge : des conditions de la recherche en milieu judiciaire
Authors: Noreau Pierre
Published: September 2023

Les travaux menés sur le droit et sur la justice dans des perspectives inspirées par les sciences sociales et humaines révèlent souvent la nature même du droit en tant que mode de connaissance et surtout mode de pensée. Elles font également apparaître une tension irrésolue entre la justice et le juste. Cette tension s’exprime implicitement dans la relation ambiguë qui lie le juge et le chercheur. Elle dévoile la logique de projets différents, fondés, d’un côté, sur la quête de la vérité juridique et, de l’autre, sur la compréhension empirique du monde. Alors que le droit favorise la définition d’un monde prévisible, les sciences sociales acceptent le caractère incertain des interprétations qu’elles offrent du monde juridique et judicaire. S’y confrontent des modes de connaissance distincts. La recherche de la certitude s’y oppose à l’incertitude des hypothèses. L’office du juge et le projet du chercheur divergent ainsi, sur le plan épistémologique. Il en va de même en regard de la justice, abordée en tant qu’activité sociale. Alors que la reconstruction juridique du monde est une nécessité de la décision judicaire, le chercheur s’intéresse plutôt aux mécanismes concrets de la décision. L’exigence de rationalité auquel se soumet le juge se trouve dès lors replacée dans son contexte empirique : le juge est un être situé; le tribunal, une « organisation »; le procès, un champ de relations où s’opposent des acteurs précis (juges, avocats, procureurs et justiciables). Une justice abstraite et sacralisée s’oppose ainsi, sur le plan des perspectives, à une justice située, construite socialement. Juges et chercheurs se trouvent alors liés et séparés à la fois, par la nécessité de leur indépendance mutuelle.
A esperança em Dietrich Bonhoeffer e os conceitos de último, penúltimo e preparação de caminho
Authors: Kuzma Cesar Augusto , Costa Machado Filipe
Published: September 2023

AA contribuição de Dietrich Bonhoeffer para a teologia do século XX é imensurável pela sua dedicação pastoral à igreja cristã, bem como pelo empenho e rigor acadêmico e teológico que ele teve, o que faz com que sua teologia seja difundida e trabalhada em diversas partes do mundo, de forma aberta, ecumênica e crítica. O mártir luterano é o assunto principal deste artigo, sobretudo no que concerne a uma percepção do seu pensamento sobre a esperança. Como objetivo, o artigo propõe uma leitura ainda pouco explorada de Bonhoeffer à luz dessa temática, apenas abordada de forma mais contundente em Ética, mais especificamente nos conceitos de “último”, “penúltimo” e “preparação de caminho”. A partir desses conceitos, defende-se o agir responsável como o resultado da tensão escatológica entre o derradeiro e o penúltimo, isto é, prepara-se o caminho para que o penúltimo aceite sua realidade última, que virá – está vindo –, e dela obtenha dignidade e valor. A partir de uma metodologia bibliográfica exploratória e qualitativa dos escritos do autor, o trabalho será dividido em três partes, passando pela sua compreensão cristológica e eclesiológica para chegar à esperança.
Cavalheirismo, piedade e império:
Authors: Renders Helmut
Published: September 2023

O artigo apresenta, uma leitura evangélica inglesa do motivo do cavaleiro Galahad da távola redonda do rei Artur na primeira parte do século vinte, como foco na abordagem especial do pintor inglês metodista Frank Owen Salisbury (1874-1962). O contexto dessa integração dessa figura mitológica inglesa nos discursos religiosos, parte da sua redescoberta literária ao redor de 1850, passa pela sua vinculação com a teologia eucarística católica e chega nos protestantismos ingleses como símbolo de um homem virtuoso e encontra-se em pinturas, litografias e vitrais. Entre os diversos artistas metodistas, destaque-se na época Frank Owen Salisbury (1874-1962), em nível nacional e internacional. Dentro da Igreja Metodista na Inglaterra, o motivo do cavaleiro Galahad é apreciado pela associação metodista britânica de juventude, a “Guilda de Wesley”, fundada em 1895, onde serve como modelo de piedade e santidade. Sob essa influência metodista, Salisbury usou o motivo na ornamentação da sua casa (pintura de 1932), em um vitral na Igreja de John Wesley em Londres (1932), em uma Capela da Juventude Congregacional (1932) e em um livro sobre o Pai Nosso (1948). Integrou-se na narrativa bíblico-cristã e denominacional um mito nacional para fortalecer a identidade denominacional metodista britânica e acompanhou-se e sedimentou-se esse processo pela criação e aceitação da respectiva cultura visual criada por Francis Owen Salisbury..