bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGARUH METODE LATIHAN ZIG ZAG RUN,SHUTTLE RUN DAN SPEED CHUTE PARASUT TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN DRIBLING BOLA MASAHASIWA UKM FUTSAL STKIP SETIABUDHI
Authors: Suharto Taufik Hidayat
Published: August 2023

Penelitian dilakukan untuk mengetahui Keterampilan Menggiring Bola Masahasiwa Ukm Futsal STKIP Setia Budhi Maka diadakan suatu penelitian, Sebagai upaya untuk mengetahui hal tersebut tes Zig-Zag Run dilakukan terhadap Peserta tersebut. melalui tes kecepatan menggiring bola Pada Masahasiwa Ukm Futsal STKIP Setia Budhi akan diketahui berapa mahasiswa yang mendapat nilai tercepat saat melakukan dribbling. Penelitian  merupakan penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode  eksperimen.Variabel penelitian ini adalah Zig Zag Run,Shuttle Run Dan Speed Chute Parasut Terhadap Keterampilan Menggiring Bola Masahasiwa Ukm Futsal STKIP Setia Budhi yang berjumlah 20 Peserta.Penelitian ini mulai dari 08 Juli 2022 – 09 Agustus 2022 selama satu bulan 16 kali pertemuan. Bompa (Yuni Satria Sumana, 2015:75) Hasil penelitian  ini menujukkan bahwa berdasarkan kreteria penilaian hasil Zig-zag run dengan melakukan 1 kali kesempatan < 12.10 (Sangat Baik) sebanyak 13 orang peserta, 12.11 – 13.53 (Baik) sebanyak 7 orang peserta, 13.54 – 14.96 (Cuku Baik) sebanyak  0 orang peserta, dan > 14.98 (Kurang) sebanyak 0 orang peserta.
Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles of Plant Extract Pistaciaatlantica and Their Antibacterial Effects on Antibiotic Resistant Strains of S. Aureus
Authors:   Department of Agricultural Engineering, Quchan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Quchan, Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran., Moradi Elaheh , Ahmadi Mobina ,   Student in the field of experimental Sciences, Shahed Reyhaneh Al-Nabi High School in Gonabad , Gonabad, Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran., Tavakoli Narges ,   Student in the field of experimental Sciences, Shahed Reyhaneh Al-Nabi High School in Gonabad , Gonabad, Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran., Nasirzadeh Fateme ,   Student in the field of experimental Sciences, Shahed Reyhaneh Al-Nabi High School in Gonabad , Gonabad, Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran., Yoosofnejad Nastaran ,   Student in the field of experimental Sciences, Shahed Reyhaneh Al-Nabi High School in Gonabad , Gonabad, Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran., Mardaneh Jalal ,   Department of Microbiology, Infectious Diseases Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Gonabad, Razavi Khorasan Province, Iran.
Published: August 2023

Aims In recent years, the synthesis of nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) by plants has been done on a larger scale because it is faster and cheaper. There is also an increase in pathogenicity caused by antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. In this study, the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles by using an extract of mountain pistachio (Pistaciaatlantica) and its antimicrobial properties have been reported. Methods & Materials The extract of Pistaciaatlantica as the reducing agent was used for the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles. The formation of nanoparticles was confirmed using a spectrophotometer (UV). The resulting nanoparticles were analyzed to determine the Z-Average (d.nm) and the dispersion index (PDI) of the nanoparticles using dynamic light scattering (DLS) and its inhibitory activity and lethality (MBC) against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) were investigated. The diameter of the aura of bacterial growth was also measured. Findings The UV-Vis spectrum shows an absorption band of about 350-450 nm, which represents the biological Ag nanoparticles. Size and morphological properties of nanoparticles were performed by DLS which show that hydrodynamic diameter (Z-Average) is 1132 nm and PDI number is 0.373, indicating a uniform particle size distribution and nanoparticle stability. The inhibitory and lethal properties of Pistaciaatlantica nanoparticles on S. aureus species (PTCC 1764) are 12.5 micrograms per milliliter. Also, the diameter of the halo of bacterial growth is 12 mm which was observed at a concentration of 1000 μg/mL. Conclusion Pistaciaatlantica bio-silver nanoparticles had good antimicrobial activity against S. aureus
Corona phobia among nurses: A narrative review
Authors:   Department of Medical-Surgical, Amol Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Gholampour Mohammad Hashem , Zamani Fatemeh ,   Department of Geriatric Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Bakhshalizade Rashti Samin ,   Department of Community Health Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Hajehforoush Nasim-Sadat ,   Department of Psychiatric Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran, Dadkhah-Tehrani Mahsa ,   Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran, Zare-Kaseb Akbar ,   Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Nazari Amir Mohamad ,   Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Published: August 2023

Since the onset of the pandemic, numerous investigations have been carried out to evaluate nurses' psychological and mental well-being. However, corona phobia and the nursing profession and related factors are unknown. Therefore, the study aims to review chronophobia in the nursing profession. A narrative review was applied through a widespread search in databases, such as PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus, from December 1, 2020, to March 29, 2023. Keywords included "COVID-19", "2019-nCoV disease", "2019 novel coronavirus infection", "Nurses", "Nursing”, "Phobia", and "Corona phobia". English-language published articles that matched the inclusion criteria were evaluated and included. Two authors carried out the search autonomously. The database searches initially yielded a total of 416 articles. After screening the titles, abstracts, and full texts and eliminating duplicate studies, 22 articles were selected for this review, and further data were extracted for analysis. The prevalence of chronophobia was different in different studies. Factors related to chronophobia in nursing included job burnout, department type, psychological well-being, and organizational and professional relocation. The prevalence of corona phobia seems to be high among healthcare professionals (HCWs), especially nurses. The burnout level of HCWs, the kind of job, the ward they work in, psychological well-being, and organizational and professional turnover intention are related to corona phobia.
PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN ECO ENZYME SEBAGAI UPAYA PEMANFAATAN SAMPAH RUMAH TANGGA DI DESA SIDOMULYO
Authors: Jati Fatma Dwi , Miswanda Dikki , Hermanto Bambang , Rani Zulmai , Zubir Moondra , Rahmah Siti
Published: August 2023

Kegiatan pengabdian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh banyaknya timbunan sampah rumah tangga yang disebabkan rendahnya pengetahuan masyarakat Desa Sidomulyo, Kecamatan Sibiru – Biru, Kabupaten Deli Serdang, tentang pengelolaan sampah rumah tangga. Sampah rumah tangga seperti sayur dan buah dapat dimanfaatkan menjadi produk eco enzyme yang mempunyai banyak manfaat. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan keterampilan masyarakat dalam mengolah sampah organik rumah tangga menjadi eco enzyme dan lebih lanjut lagi dapat meningkatkan penghasilan masyarakat dengan komersialisasi produk eco enzyme yang dihasilkan. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan ini adalah ceramah, diskusi, demonstrasi, dan praktek. Sosialisasi tentang pengelolaan dan pemanfaatan sampah organik rumah tangga menjadi produk eco enzyme, serta pemasaran produk eco enzyme dilaksanakan dengan metode ceramah dan diskusi. Cara pembuatan eco enzyme dari sampah organik rumah tangga dilaksanakan dengan metode demonstrasi dan praktek oleh peserta kegiatan. Setelah kegiatan pengabdian ini dilaksanakan, pemahaman peserta tentang materi kegiatan, meningkat sebesar 72.25% dibandingkan sebelum mengikuti kegiatan. Adanya peningkatan pemahaman peserta membuktikan kegiatan pelatihan pembuatan eco enzyme dari sampah organik rumah tangga telah berhasil dilakukan pada masyarakat mitra.
Energy-efficient Optimization of Life-cycle Costs Based on BIM
Authors: Moesl Martin
Published: August 2023

This article deals with a methodology for the economic development of energy-efficient buildings from an early planning or development phase based on building information modelling (BIM). In this context, both geometrically and energetically relevant parameters of a building are derived from a digital building model, already in the early phase of a project. The subsequent definition of building components for the building envelope and the performance of an energy demand calculation provides the basis for the selection of reference buildings suitable for the respective application. This enables the determination of practical costs, which include both annuity costs and total costs arising in the life cycle of the building for the cost groups of the building structures and the technical building equipment. By taking a holistic view of all costs and focusing specifically on energy efficiency, the methodology presented in this article can be used to identify both ecological and economic advantages for planning in the early stages of a project. By incorporating energy efficiency and economic efficiency, a sustainable and successful project can be achieved.
Numerical Analysis of Flexural Performances of Composite Steel-Timber Beams under Fire Conditions
Authors: Liu Zhiyuan , Zhang Binsheng , Jia Huijuan , Kilpatrick Tony
Published: August 2023

Recently, a novel type of composite structure, composite steel-timber (CST) structure, has attracted much attention by combining steel and timber in an effective way to form composite structural components, which unitises the advantages of high strength and excellent ductility of steel and decent sustainability and fire resistance of timber. However, the existing research is lacking, especially in structural fire design and analysis. In this study, based on the sequentially coupled method, the commercial finite element software ABAQUS was used to numerically simulate the dynamic performances in the temperature field and the flexural behaviours in the displacement field for a typical CST beam with a steel element embedded within the Glulam and connected by adhesives and bolts under standard fire for two hours. In the numerical simulations, the temperature distributions within the CST beam were explored, and the flexural performances of the beam in the displacement field were examined. Through the comparative analysis, the temperature distributions in the embedded steel beam and the surrounding Glulam beam under one-hour standard fire verified the advantages of this type of CST beam in structural fire design. Specifically, under a 2-hour standard fire, the surrounding Glulam could still protect the embedded steel beam from sustaining too high temperatures, so as to retain most of its material properties and help maintain the bearing capacity of the whole structure and improve the refractory limit. Parametric studies on the fire resistance of the CST beam were also conducted by adjusting the bolt spacing and the protection thickness of the Glulam. The obtained results indicated that reducing the bolt spacing and the thickness of the Glulam protection layer would have an adverse effect on the temperature distributions in the embedded steel element to a large extent, and would eventually lead to its rapid heating and strength loss and the final failure of the whole CST structure.
الشخصيات المرجعية في روايات حسين عبد الخضر من منظور فيليب هامون
Authors: الصويلي ا.د هيثم عباس سالم , محمد جباري مطر
Published: August 2023

لقيت الشخصية اهتمام الدراسات النقدية الحديثة، التي اهتمت بتحليل الأعمال السردية خاصة، ولهذا كانت دراسة الشخصية وعلاقتها بعناصر البناء الأخرى، وسيلة للوقوف على أهم القضايا الإنسانية، بوصفها أحد الدعائم الأساس للعمل الروائي، إذ إنها تمثل عنصراً محورياً في كل سرد، ومن هذا المنطلق لاقت اهتمام الدارسين في التحليل السيميائي بدءاً من (فلاديمير بروب) وصولاً الى (فيليب هامون)، لما اتسمت به الشخصية من غلو في الاهتمام بها في نهاية القرن التاسع عشر ورغبة آخرين في بداية القرن العشرين في إهمالها وتقليص مدى نفوذها على العمل الأدبي، وأيضاً لما وقع بين النقاد من فصل الشخصية عن الحدث، وإهمال ماهيتها، في حين ركز بعض النقاد على أفعالها.
البنية الإيقاعية في شعر محمد سعيد الحبوبي
Authors: الصويلي أ.د هيثم عباس سالم , غياض شيرين كاظم
Published: August 2023

تُعد موسيقى الشعر من العناصر الجوهرية والمقومات الأساسية في الشعر في كل زمان ومكان ، إذ لا قيمة للشعر بدونها ، وتلك الموسيقى لا يدرك أثرها ووقعها في النفوس إلا إذا تفاعلت مع بقية عناصر التجربة الشعرية في نفس شاعر مفلق ، فقد عُدت وعاءً للشعر ؛ لأنها عنصر أساسي لا يمكن تجاوز بأية حال من الأحوال ، فمن خلاله تبرز ملامح القصيدة وأثرها في المتلقي وما تفعله في القلوب والنفوس من أثر وجداني ، يتفاعل معها ويستجيب لنغمها الموسيقي المتتابع . ويحاول الشاعر بوساطة موسيقاه الداخلية أن يخلق توافقاً نفسياً بينه وبين العالم الصادر ، فالشاعر وما يمر به من تجارب وحالات نفسية يظهر أثرها جلياً في ثنايا شعره، إذ أن لكل نفس موسيقاها الداخلية ، ويستعين الحبوبي بتلك الموسيقى وما فيها من خصائص ومميزات ؛ لتضفي على النص جمالاً وقوة عن طريق التكرار والألوان البلاغية الأخرى وما فيها من وسائل للإيحاء والإيقاع الصوتي الذي ينتج الهزة النفسية.
The Imaginary and the Structure of the Question in Iraqi Fictional Poetry
Authors: Alsowialy Prof PhD. Haitham Abbas Salim , Ali Ass. Lecture Nofa Hussein
Published: August 2023

The current study seeks to address (the imaginary and the structure of the question in Iraqi fictional poetry) as the question represents an important element in the Arabic poem, which was characterized by renewal and modernity, especially after it proved its presence in poetic texts, where the question works in the literary text to generate meanings and show the absent from it, As the text becomes more suggestive and skewed, with each new reading and analytical process, the structure of the question is renewed and multiplied and directed to more than one direction and takes on more than one meaning, because the question in the poetic text enjoys a richness in rich connotations and suggestions, and this is what prompted us to study it in the poetic narrative text.
Effect of Sodium Lactate on the Safety of Cold-smoked Salmon during Cold Storage
Authors: Abd El-Rady A. Mousa
Published: August 2023

Effect of sodium lactate (SL) on inhibition growth of Listeria monocytogenes, L. innocua, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa as compared to ampicillin and chloramphenicol antibiotics in cold-smoked salmon stored at 1.0 ± 4.0 0C were evaluated in this study. The sliced smoked salmon were coated with different concentrations of sodium lactate (0.5, 0.75 and 1.0 % SL). Sterilized deionized water was used as a negative control. Total bacterial counts (TBC), lactic acid bacteria (LAB), E. coli (EC), Pseudomonas count (PC) and Listeria count (LC) were examined. In vitro, the antibacterial agent (SL) exhibited antibacterial activities against all the tested bacteria. The antimicrobial action of 1.0 % of SL was more effective than the control. Therefore, thus coating with 1.0 %, SL prevented Listeria spp. and other pathogenic bacteria growth and prolonged the shelf life of cold-smoked salmon.
The Investigating of the Effect of Magnetic Field on a Flint Glass for Optical Isolators Applications
Authors: Wasiq Khudaidad , Qurdash Mohammad Tayeeb
Published: August 2023

In this study, the effect of a magnetic field on a Flint Glass for optical isolator applications has been reported. A flint glass and a laser light source with a wavelength of 650nm were used as a medium and a light source, respectively. The magnetic field was produced by applying a current through a coil. The linearly polarized light was passed through the medium in the presence of a magnetic field, and the angle of rotation was measured. The angle of rotation was plotted versus magnetic field strength and fitted linearly. The experimental results showed that the flint glass becomes optically active in the presence of a magnetic field because it rotates the plane of linearly polarized light, and this rotation increases with respect to the magnetic field linearly. The Verdet constant was calculated  for 650nm, which is a large coefficient for the rotation of the plane of polarized light.
Exploring Moroccan English Teachers' Perception towards the Use of Interactive Tools in Teaching English as a Foreign Language on the Development of Critical Thinking Skills in Young Students: The Case of Extra-curricular Activities
Authors: Moustaghfir Samia , Brigui Hind
Published: August 2023

Recently, the Moroccan government has launched innovative projects in the field of national education. The Kingdom of Morocco has decided to reform the education sector by placing more value on teaching English as a foreign language (EFL). This new emphasis directly aligns with the success the country has achieved in research and scientific innovation, with several achievements in production challenges, particularly in the automotive sector and aerospace maintenance. To meet the demands of the current market, parents have started showing interest in developing their children's language skills from a young age to prepare them for these new globalization challenges. In this context, several language centers have emerged to cater to this need, even though English is currently taught at both public and private educational institutions. In light of the aforementioned advancements, the objective of this article is to examine the effectiveness of using interactive tools in the teaching of English as a foreign language as part of extra-curricular activities (ECAs) on the enhancement of critical thinking (CT) abilities of young learners. The focus will specifically be on how these interactive approaches contribute to the development of critical thinking skills among the younger generation. As part of this study, the researcher gathered information from a sample size of 40 Moroccan English teachers, males and females, teaching English as a foreign language who work in extra-curricular activities (ECAs) in different regions of Morocco. A questionnaire with open-ended and rating questions was used to collect their experiences and opinions regarding the impact of interactive tools in teaching English as a foreign language on the critical thinking of young students. The study used a mixed-method approach to analyze both qualitative and quantitative data, which permits to triangulate the findings and provides a holistic view and depth and breathe to the study, enabling to gain a comprehensive understanding of teachers’ perceptions towards using interactive tools on the enhancement of young learners aged (5 to 10 years). The statistical findings of the study showed that interactive tools contribute to the development of critical thinking skills among students. The results obtained from the analysis of teacher responses will provide valuable insights to assess the effectiveness of using interactive tools as pedagogical approaches and their impact on students’ critical thinking skills.
The students' creative thinking ability in elementary schools through RME
Authors: Wulandari Desy , Johar Rahmah , Bahrun Bahrun
Published: August 2023

One of the abilities that students need to have is the ability to think creatively. This is because with this ability students can solve problems in different ways. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of RME on the results of students' creative thinking abilities in elementary schools. This type of research is experimental research. The research subjects were fourth-grade students at SD Negeri 5 Lhokseumawe. Research data was collected through a creative thinking test. In this study, the researchers observed while the model teacher as a teacher involved 20 students. Data were analyzed descriptively and qualitatively based on the results of students' creative thinking tests. The results of the study concluded that most students' creative thinking abilities were in the very creative category.
The student involvement in view of mathematical problem solving ability
Authors: Fitra Rifka Yani , Munzir Said , Ansari Bansu Irianto
Published: August 2023

Students are still less involved in the teaching and learning process in class in mathematics. Lack of student involvement resulted in students' problem-solving abilities being weak. Constraints faced by students included difficulties in building plans, errors in operationalizing plans, and wrong conclusions. The purpose of this study was to determine student involvement in terms of students' mathematical problem-solving abilities in mathematics. This study uses a descriptive qualitative research approach. The subjects in this study were 12 students of class XII IPA-2 at MAN 4 North Aceh. Data collection techniques used in this study were observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis techniques using data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that in general high problem-solving abilities are also accompanied by high involvement, and vice versa. However, students in the high group have not been involved in finding answers, exploring variations and sorting information, and making inductions. Medium group students have not been involved in classifying, exploring variations and expressing in their own words and finding answers, sorting information and making inductions. Meanwhile, students in the low group were only able to clarify, associate and generalize, use previous knowledge, create mathematical objects and provide examples.
Improving students' mathematical problem-solving ability through the think pair share cooperative learning model: A study of the quantitative experimental
Authors: Mursalin M , Saputra Eri
Published: August 2023

This study aims to see the improvement of students' mathematical problem solving ability through the application of Think Pair Share type cooperative learning model. Mathematical problem solving is the ability to identify the elements known, asked, and the sufficiency of the elements needed, able to make or compile mathematical models, can choose and develop solution strategies, able to explain and re-examine the answers obtained. This research uses a quantitative approach with a quasi experimental design and a nonequivalent control group design. The sample selection technique is using purposive sampling technique. The population in this study were all students of SMP Negeri 1 Juli class, while the samples were two classes, namely class VII2 as the experimental class and class VII3 as the control class. The data collection technique in this study used a mathematical problem-solving ability test. Data analysis carried out for the mathematical problem-solving ability test using non-parametric tests because the data is not normally distributed, the data is processed using SPSS 18 software and the results of non-parametric tests obtained a significant value of 0.000 significant level α = 0.05 then according to the hypothesis criteria If the significance value 0.05 then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. So, it can be concluded that the mathematical problem-solving ability of students who get the application of the Think Pair Share type cooperative learning model is better than students who get the scientific learning model.
Presidential Elections in Post-Democratic Korea: History and the Principles of Competition
Authors:   Korean Association For Political And Diplomatic History, Choi Young-Jin
Published: August 2023

This study aims to outline the results and factors of the eight presidential elections held by the Republic of Korea over the past 35 years since democratization in 1987. Since the election analysis so far has focused on individual factors or specific elections, it is insufficient to show the main factors that run through the entire elections, and their correlations. This study comprehensively examines the characteristics of the presidential elections after democratization focusing on regionalistic voting behavior, election competition structure, regional election coalition, political situation, and candidate factor which have been pointed out as major factors in the presidential election. Through this, it is possible to discover several principles of competition that commonly worked in the presidential elections. First, it is an advantageous structure for candidates from Gyeongsang-do to win in a situation where regionalism is dominant. Second, it is difficult to win if candidates divide, whether conservative or liberal. Third, in the election coalition, the outcome is determined by who makes political coalition with Chungcheong-do . Fourth, the greater the disappointment with the incumbent government, the greater the pressure for regime change, and the disadvantage of the ruling party candidate. Finally, voters generally prefer presidential candidates who are far from Yeouido politics . The outcome of the election was determined by the interaction of these factors.
The Qing Dynasty’s Empire Governance, the Revolution of 1911, and China’s Unitary Multinational State Theory
Authors:   Korean Association For Political And Diplomatic History, Choi Jinbaek
Published: August 2023

For all an era of domination under the Manchu immigrants Qing history is recognized as a part of Chinese history with a scheme of “unitary multi-national state.” Beyond the traditional Hanhwa idea, which refers to Sinicization of non-Han groups, this involves a new idea of historical formation of the ‘Chinese Nation’ out of historical unifying process of Han and non- Han ethnic groups including Manchus. The Qing fashioned its national identity as a ruling group through a unique organization called the Palgi (Eight Flags) system, and assumed the leadership of broad nomad area from Manchuria to Central Asia. The Qing also constructed a governance system in China where majority of population was Han Chinese based on the traditional Chinese culture. However, the problem of the Palgi system became salient through the Opium War and the Taiping rebellion, and the Qing Dynasty formed a virtual Manch-Han coalition government for its modernization push through the Yangwu and the Bianfa movements. Yet, the coalition regime collapsed by the revolution of 1911. The new republic promoted the “Five Nation Republic” scheme, which included various non- Chinese groups within the Qing Empire as its citizens. This was not because the Han and non-Han ethnic groups had a common identity as the “Chinese people,” but because they wanted to form the territory of the new Republic following the broad areas of Qing Empire. The problem is that the scheme accepts those non-Han ethnic groups on the Sinicization premise which supposes full cultural enlightenment of Chinese authenticity, and denies the political recognition that they got under the Qing Empire. This means that the framework of China’s “unitary multi-national state” needs close review process.
GEOGRAFIA NAS MÍDIAS E MÍDIAS NA GEOGRAFIA: CAMINHOS PARA DISCUSSÃO
Authors: LADEIRA Francisco Fernandes
Published: August 2023

Este trabalho busca compreender como os conteúdos estudados pela Geografia Escolar estão presentes em três diferentes tipos de mídias (jornais impressos, televisão e internet) e a maneira como os artefatos midiáticos são incorporados às aulas de Geografia na educação básica. Para tanto, realizamos um procedimento de “revisão bibliográfica”, metodologia de pesquisa que consiste em revisitar conteúdos já publicados por outros pesquisadores acerca de um determinado objeto de estudo. Estes conteúdos estão presentes em livros, monografias, artigos acadêmicos, capítulos de livros científicos, dissertações de mestrado, teses de doutorado, matérias de jornais impressos, revistas e/ou textos disponíveis na rede mundial de computadores. Em nosso caso, recorremos a estudos já publicados sobre as relações entre mídia e Geografia. Constatou-se que, de maneira geral, as temáticas estudadas pela Geografia são apresentadas na mídia de forma superficial, distorcida e tendenciosa. Por outro lado, a inserção de diferentes linguagens midiáticas no ensino de Geografia na educação básica, caso seu uso como mera ilustração seja superado, se mostra um procedimento auspicioso, pois pode auxiliar os alunos na compreensão da produção do espaço (em suas múltiplas dimensões) e contribuir para a formação de leitores críticos em relação aos discursos midiáticos.
Advances on sonophotocatalysis as a water and wastewater treatment technique: efficiency, challenges and process optimisation
Authors: Mapukata Sivuyisiwe , Ntsendwana Bulelwa , Mokhena Teboho , Sikhwivhilu Lucky
Published: August 2023

Due to water shortage and increased water pollution, various methods are being explored to improve water quality by treating contaminants. Sonophotocatalysis is a combination of two individual water treatment processes i.e., photocatalysis and sonocatalysis. With advantages including shorter reaction times and enhanced activity, this technique shows possible futuristic applications as an efficient water treatment technology. Herein, background insight on sonophotocalysis as a water and wastewater treatment technique as well as the general mechanism of activity is explained. The commonly used catalysts for sonophotocatalytic applications as well as their synthesis pathways are also briefly discussed. Additionally, the utilisation of sonophotocatalysis for the disinfection of various microbial species as well as treatment of wastewater pollutants including organic (dyes, pharmaceuticals and pesticides) and inorganic species (heavy metals) is deliberated. This review also gives a critical analysis of the efficiency, enhancement strategies as well as challenges and outlooks in this field. It is thus intended to give insight to researchers in the context of facilitating future developments in the field of water treatment, and advancing sonophotocatalysis towards large-scale implementation and commercialization.
Bringing exploratory learning online: problem-solving before instruction improves remote undergraduate physics learning
Authors: DeCaro Marci S. , Isaacs Raina A. , Bego Campbell R. , Chastain Raymond J.
Published: August 2023

STEM undergraduate instructors teaching remote courses often use traditional lecture-based instruction, despite evidence that active learning methods improve student engagement and learning outcomes. One simple way to use active learning online is to incorporate exploratory learning. In exploratory learning, students explore a novel activity (e.g., problem solving) before a lecture on the underlying concepts and procedures. This method has been shown to improve learning outcomes during in-person courses, without requiring the entire course to be restructured. The current study examined whether the benefits of exploratory learning extend to a remote undergraduate physics lesson, taught synchronously online. Undergraduate physics students (N = 78) completed a physics problem-solving activity either before instruction (explore-first condition) or after (instruct-first condition). Students then completed a learning assessment of the problem-solving procedures and underlying concepts. Despite lower accuracy on the learning activity, students in the explore-first condition demonstrated better understanding on the assessment, compared to students in the instruct-first condition. This finding suggests that exploratory learning can serve as productive failure in online courses, challenging students but improving learning, compared to the more widely-used lecture-then-practice method.
Safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of single and multiple doses of aficamten in healthy Chinese participants: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 1 study
Authors: Zhao Xue , Liu Hongzhong , Tian Wei , Fang Ligang , Yu Mengyang , Wu Xiaofei , Liu Aijing , Wan Ruijie , Li Li , Luo Jinghui , Li Yuqiong , Liu Bo , He Yu , Chen Xiaowen , Li Yuan , Xu Donghong , Wang Hongyun , Han Xiaohong
Published: August 2023

Objectives: Aficamten is a selective, small-molecule allosteric inhibitor of cardiac sarcomere being developed as a chronic oral treatment for patients with symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This was the first-in-Chinese study aiming to investigate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of aficamten in healthy adults.

Methods: This double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, phase 1 study was conducted in 28 healthy male and female Chinese participants after single ascending dose (SAD) and multi-dose (MD) administrations of aficamten. In the SAD cohort, 16 participants were randomized to receive a single oral dose of aficamten: 10 mg, 20 mg, or placebo. In the MD cohort, 12 participants were randomized to receive multiple doses of aficamten: 5 mg or placebo once daily for 14 days. Safety was monitored throughout the study with electrocardiograms, echocardiograms, clinical laboratory tests, and reporting of adverse events (AEs). Pharmacokinetic profiles of aficamten and metabolites, as well as CYP2D6 genetic impact, were evaluated.

Results: A total of 35 treatment-emergent AEs were reported by 14 (50%) participants with mild severity. There were no serious AEs or adverse decreases in left ventricular ejection fraction below 50% during the study. Aficamten was dose-proportional over the dose range of 5–20 mg and accumulated in the MD cohort.

Conclusion: Aficamten was safe and well-tolerated in the healthy Chinese adult participants. The pharmacokinetics of aficamten in the Chinese population was comparable to those previously found in Western participants. These phase 1 data support the progression of aficamten into future clinical studies in Chinese patients.

Clinical Trial registration:https://clinicaltrials.gov, identifier: NCT04783766.
Evolutionary game analysis of rural public–private partnership older adult care project in the context of population aging in China
Authors: Fu Jianru , Huang Chao , Li Shicheng , Xia Yihan
Published: August 2023

Introduction

Public–private partnership (PPP) older adult care project is an effective means to solve the dilemma of the aging population in China's rural areas, but there are some problems in the operation process, such as a low participation rate and poor service quality, resulting in the needs of rural older adult groups not being met.

Methods

To alleviate the pressure of the aging population in rural areas, this study establishes an evolutionary game model for the PPP older adult care project, then defines the interests of local government, the private sector, and rural older adult residents, based on which it discusses the strategic choices of the three parties in the evolutionary process, and finally analyzes the influencing factors of the strategic choices of the game parties through simulation.

Results

The results suggest that whether the private sector chooses to actively participate in the project will be influenced by the willingness of local government and rural older adult residents to participate in the project. Local government could play the role of supervisor through reward and punishment mechanisms. Whether older rural residents choose to participate in the project depends on the number of benefits they would receive.

Discussion

Based on these findings, local governments should clarify the responsibilities of relevant stakeholders, adopt a regulatory strategy combining subsidies and penalties, improve the participation efficiency of rural older adult residents, promote the effective operation of PPP older adult care projects, and improve the quality of rural older adult care services in the new era.
Delphi: A Democratic and Cost-Effective Method of Consensus Generation in Transplantation
Authors: Afrouzian Marjan , Kozakowski Nicolas , Liapis Helen , Broecker Verena , Truong Luan , Avila-Casado Carmen , Regele Heinz , Seshan Surya , Ambruzs Josephine M. , Farris Alton Brad , Buob David , Chander Praveen N. , Cheraghvandi Lukman , Clahsen-van Groningen Marian C. , de Almeida Araujo Stanley , Ertoy Baydar Dilek , Formby Mark , Galesic Ljubanovic Danica , Herrera Hernandez Loren , Honsova Eva , Mohamed Nasreen , Ozluk Yasemin , Rabant Marion , Royal Virginie , Stevenson Heather L. , Toniolo Maria Fernanda , Taheri Diana
Published: August 2023

The Thrombotic Microangiopathy Banff Working Group (TMA-BWG) was formed in 2015 to survey current practices and develop minimum diagnostic criteria (MDC) for renal transplant TMA (Tx-TMA). To generate consensus among pathologists and nephrologists, the TMA BWG designed a 3-Phase study. Phase I of the study is presented here. Using the Delphi methodology, 23 panelists with >3 years of diagnostic experience with Tx-TMA pathology listed their MDC suggesting light, immunofluorescence, and electron microscopy lesions, clinical and laboratory information, and differential diagnoses. Nine rounds (R) of consensus resulted in MDC validated during two Rs using online evaluation of whole slide digital images of 37 biopsies (28 TMA, 9 non-TMA). Starting with 338 criteria the process resulted in 24 criteria and 8 differential diagnoses including 18 pathologic, 2 clinical, and 4 laboratory criteria. Results show that 3/4 of the panelists agreed on the diagnosis of 3/4 of cases. The process also allowed definition refinement for 4 light and 4 electron microscopy lesions. For the first time in Banff classification, the Delphi methodology was used to generate consensus. The study shows that Delphi is a democratic and cost-effective method allowing rapid consensus generation among numerous physicians dealing with large number of criteria in transplantation.
Deconstructive and Divergent Synthesis of Bioactive Natural Products
Authors: Hou Si-Hua , Zhou Feng-Fan , Sun Yi-Hang , Li Quan-Zhe
Published: August 2023

Natural products play a key role in innovative drug discovery. To explore the potential application of natural products and their analogues in pharmacology, total synthesis is a key tool that provides natural product candidates and synthetic analogues for drug development and potential clinical trials. Deconstructive synthesis, namely building new, challenging structures through bond cleavage of easily accessible moieties, has emerged as a useful design principle in synthesizing bioactive natural products. Divergent synthesis, namely synthesizing many natural products from a common intermediate, can improve the efficiency of chemical synthesis and generate libraries of molecules with unprecedented structural diversity. In this review, we will firstly introduce five recent and excellent examples of deconstructive and divergent syntheses of natural products (2021–2023). Then, we will summarize our previous work on the deconstructive and divergent synthesis of natural products to demonstrate the high efficiency and simplicity of these two strategies in the field of total synthesis.
Fabrication of Ag-CaCO3 Nanocomposites for SERS Detection of Forchlorfenuron
Authors: Qin Fangyi , Liu Rongjun , Wu Qiong , Wang Shulong , Liu Fa , Wei Qingmin , Xu Jiayao , Luo Zhihui
Published: August 2023

In this study, Ag-CaCO3 nanocomposites were synthesized using silver nitrate as the precursor solution based on calcium carbonate nanoparticles (CaCO3 NPs). The synthesis involved the reaction of calcium lignosulphonate and sodium bicarbonate. The properties of Ag-CaCO3 nanocomposites were studied by various technologies, including an ultraviolet–visible spectrophotometer, a transmission electron microscope, and a Raman spectrometer. The results showed that Ag-CaCO3 nanocomposites exhibited a maximum UV absorption peak at 430 nm, the surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) activity of Ag-CaCO3 nanocomposites was evaluated using mercaptobenzoic acid (MBA) as the marker molecule, resulting in an enhancement factor of 6.5 × 104. Additionally, Ag-CaCO3 nanocomposites were utilized for the detection of forchlorfenuron. The results demonstrated a linear relationship in the concentration range of 0.01 mg/mL to 2 mg/mL, described by the equation y = 290.02x + 1598.8. The correlation coefficient was calculated to be 0.9772, and the limit of detection (LOD) was determined to be 0.001 mg/mL. These findings highlight the relatively high SERS activity of Ag-CaCO3 nanocomposites, making them suitable for analyzing pesticide residues and detecting toxic and harmful molecules, thereby contributing to environmental protection.
Micro-Executor of Natural Products in Metabolic Diseases
Authors: Liu Jinxin , Chen Huanwen , Li Xiaoli , Song Chunmei , Wang Li , Wang Deguo
Published: August 2023

Obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases are the major chronic metabolic diseases that threaten human health. In order to combat these epidemics, there remains a desperate need for effective, safe, and easily available therapeutic strategies. Recently, the development of natural product research has provided new methods and options for these diseases. Numerous studies have demonstrated that microRNAs (miRNAs) are key regulators of metabolic diseases, and natural products can improve lipid and glucose metabolism disorders and cardiovascular diseases by regulating the expression of miRNAs. In this review, we present the recent advances involving the associations between miRNAs and natural products and the current evidence showing the positive effects of miRNAs for natural product treatment in metabolic diseases. We also encourage further research to address the relationship between miRNAs and natural products under physiological and pathological conditions, thus leading to stronger support for drug development from natural products in the future.
Transformation of accounting in healthcare institutions in the digital era
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education “Plekhanov Russian University of Economics”, Moscow, Russia, Tarasova O.N.
Published: August 2023

The author emphasises that automation of accounting and reporting processes is a key aspect of the digital transformation of accounting in healthcare. It facilitates the efficiency, accuracy and accessibility of financial information, which in its turning contributes to accurate financial decision-making, enhanced financial governance in healthcare organisations and the high-quality healthcare service delivery to the society. The article notes that businesses and organizations are entering a new age of customer interactions where digital technology plays a crucial role due to rapid technological advancements and constantly changing regulatory framework. The author highlights the benefits of digital transformation for the healthcare organizations as well as the challenges they may encounter along this path.
Features of attracting investments and financing business projects
Authors:   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation (Financial University), Moscow, Lukyanenko S.A.
Published: August 2023

The article discusses the importance of attracting investments at every stage of project development: from its creation to the established business. In addition, the most popular methods of external financing of business projects are analyzed.
Development of virtual reality technologies for training on the maintenance of the tractor «Belarus 1523»
Authors:   Saratov State University of Genetics, Biotechnology and Engineering named after N. I. Vavilov, Saratov, Russian Federation, Goncharov R. D. , Zhdanov D. A. ,   Saratov State University of Genetics, Biotechnology and Engineering named after N. I. Vavilov, Saratov, Russian Federation
Published: August 2023

Modern information technologies provide wide opportunities for increasing the effi ciency of learning and practical application of knowledge in various spheres of activity. One of such spheres is the technical maintenance and repair of complex agricultural machinery, which requires high qualifi cation and professionalism from specialists. The article considers an example of introducing new information technologies into the process of learning timely aspects of technical maintenance and quality repair of the tractor "Belarus 1523", which is one of the most common and demanded in agriculture. The authors of the article propose a new approach in the system of technical maintenance of machinery, which consists in using virtual reality, allowing to optimize the learning process and signifi cantly reduce costs. Virtual reality allows creating realistic simulations of various situations related to the operation and repair of machinery, as well as provides interactivity and feedback for learners. Such an approach contributes to increasing motivation, interest and satisfaction from learning, as well as forming the necessary skills and competencies for successful work with agricultural machinery. The article contains a detailed description of the methodology of developing and using virtual reality for learning technical maintenance and repair of the tractor "Belarus 1523", as well as presents the results of experimental testing of the effectiveness of such an approach. The article is of interest for specialists in the fi eld of information technologies, education and agriculture.
Forecasting the reliability of units of repair and technological equipment of agribusiness enterprises
Authors:   FGBOU VPO ", Komarov V. A. ,   N. P. Ogarev Mordovian State University",   , Mechanics and Power Engineering Institute, Grigoriev A. V. ,   FGBOU VPO "N. P. Ogarev Mordovian State University", Mechanics and Power Engineering Institute
Published: August 2023

In this article mathematical models and results of calculations of key parametres of reliability of knots are presented is repairing — processing equipment of repair shops are presented.
Assessing Awareness of Water Quality: Comparing Convenience and Random Samples
Authors: Prokopy Linda , Molloy Alicia , Thompson Aaron , Emmert Don
Published: August 2023

It is increasingly recognized that knowledge of the target audience can strengthen education and outreach programs. The study described here explores whether the method of collecting data from a target audience influences results. Using data for the same questions collected at a county fair, through the Internet, in a mail survey, and in a phone survey, our findings indicate that data collected through convenience surveys are not representative of the larger population. An implication of this finding is that organizations conducting surveys need to clearly define their goals for the survey data before choosing a method of survey delivery.
Online Project Mapping with Researcher Community Input
Authors: Elrahman Amr , Duryea Mary , Dix Michael , Perry John
Published: August 2023

This article introduces open access Web mapping services as an efficient tool for disseminating research information and delivering Extension services. Two potential functionalities for Web mapping application are demonstrated. The first function represents a new community-driven data collection process where Web maps are at the heart of the process. The other function is a typical Web search application for Extension services. A practical evaluation of the introduced services to input and disseminate spatially georeferenced information is demonstrated. Issues such as user authentication, community definition, implementation, and user interface design are discussed.
The First 4 Years of a Warmwater Recreational Pond Management Web Site in Arkansas
Authors: Neal Wesley
Published: August 2023

A farm pond management Web site in Arkansas was evaluated over the first 4 years of implementation in order to 1) examine usage trends, and 2) characterize clientele visiting the Web site. The Web site tallied over 30,000 visits. April and May were the peak months of activity, and surges in use followed promotional activities. Pond management characteristics of respondents to an online survey and implications to Extension education are presented. Overall, the Web site was effective in communicating to stakeholders and may be a preferred alternative to traditional Extension media.