bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Reading and Viewing Ability of Third Grade Students in Elementary School
Authors: Sumarmi Shela Apriningtyas , Nur Amalia
Published: October 2024

The observations showed that the ability to read and watch students was low. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the implementation of Indonesian language learning and the reading and viewing abilities of third-grade elementary school students. This research was conducted in grade 3 with 20 students and the homeroom teacher. This type of research is descriptive qualitative. The techniques used in collecting data are observation, documentation, and interviews. The data analysis technique used is data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. First is the ability to grasp the meaning of reading; 11 people cannot grasp the meaning of reading. The second indicator, the ability to grasp meaning in reading, needs repetition in explaining questions so students can catch meaning in reading. The ability to see students has three indicators, namely first, watching when playing a fairy tale video, students look calm and focused. Second, listening. In this skill, students listen to videos well, which can be seen from the response when asked questions by the teacher regarding the video. Third, looking closely, it was found that 16 students could not answer the given LKPD questions. It was concluded that the implementation of learning Indonesian on the ability to read and watch using strategies, methods and media had yet to achieve the indicators in the learning objectives.
The Positive Impact of Game-Assisted Project Based Learning Model on Students’ Critical Thinking Ability in Mathematics Learning
Authors: Rahmadhani Della Ayu , Herwin  , Nunung Lusiana
Published: October 2024

Anxiety and difficulty understanding the material in mathematics learning in children results in a decrease in children's critical thinking abilities. The aim of this research was to analyze the application of the pure PjBL model and the game-based PjBL model to children's critical thinking abilities. This research was a type of quantitative research with experimental methods. The research design used was Mathing Pretest Posttest Control Group Design. The population of this research was between grades 1-6. The sample for this research is 32 grade 5 students divided into 2 classes, namely the control class and the experimental class. The method used to collect data was observation and tests. The instrument used to collect data was a question sheet. The data analysis technique was carried out using the t test and anova test using the SPSS 25 application. The results of the analysis were the pure PjBL model and game-based PjBL, both of which saw an increase in scores before and after being given treatment. Comparison between the game-based PjBL model and the pure PjBL model shows that the game-based PjBL model was superior to the pure PjBL. The conclusion of this research was that both pure and game-based PjBL models have an influence on critical thinking skills and the use of the game-based PjBL model was superior in improving critical thinking skills compared to the pure PjBL model.
Canva-based Smart Apps Creator Media to Enhance Comprehension Skills of Informational Text for Third-Grade Students
Authors: Al Haq Ghaida Tsurayya , Sismulyasih SB Nugraheti , Purwati Panca Dewi
Published: October 2024

Learning media, as a tool for delivering information from teachers to students, aims to facilitate the teaching and learning process in school. Smart Apps Creator is a software with several advantages for developing interactive learning media, one of which is with the assistance of Canva application as its online design application. This research aims to create Canva-based Smart Apps Creator media to enhance the ability to understand the content of information texts in third-grade elementary schools. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D) based on Sugiyono's research with the Borg & Gall development model modified into eight stages, namely: potential and problems, data collection, product design, design validation, design revision, product testing, product revision, and usage testing. This research utilizes data collection techniques through tests and non-tests. The data analysis techniques used include both qualitative and quantitative data analysis. The material expert validation result obtained a percentage of 90%, and the media expert validation obtained a percentage of 92%, both categorized as "highly feasible." Using Canva-based Smart Apps Creator media in learning activities is quite effective through N-gain testing, with students' learning outcomes reaching 0.66 (65.6%), and the average pre-test score increased from 55 to 83 during the learning process (post-test). From these results, the Canva-based Smart Apps Creator media is declared highly suitable for learning and sufficiently effective in improving the ability to comprehend the content of information texts in Indonesian language classes for third-grade elementary school.
Perspektif Iman Remaja akan Keselamatan tentang Pacaran dan Pernikahan Beda Agama
Authors:   Doktoral Teologi STT Anugrah Indonesia, Budiatmaja Rudy , Djojosuroto Kinayati ,   STTB The Way - Indonesia - Jakarta
Published: October 2024

Many teenagers say that love can be blind and that love can be carried out by men and women of different religions because of the wrong understanding which states that it is just a momentary pleasure and only satisfies a man's lust without following the current rules or norms of decency. The aim of the current research is to prioritize Soteriology as a spiritual provision for teenagers to face changes in their attitudes and face the wider social circle of all teenagers who are entering the transition period from childhood to adulthood, which includes all growth and development in relationships because of this the church and family are present. to teach the truth about the realities of life. Qualitative literature study methods are used to obtain accurate data related to this scientific work, the sources are the Bible, books and other articles related to the title discussed. The research results show the doctrine of soteriology and the role of the church as a teaching "agent" in teaching the Word of God because Soterology is the certainty of salvation in the Lord Jesus and is the basis for Christian teenagers to face changes in growth and development including dating up to marriage and refusing to date up to interfaith marriages . The conclusion of this research states that the church and family play a full role in being responsible for the future of teenagers so that they do not choose the wrong boyfriend or girlfriend as their lifelong companion and the church and family advise against choosing a boyfriend who has a different belief, let alone until marriage.
Soviet Socialism: On the Nature and Lessons of the Project
Authors:   Ural Federal University, Kuznetsov Alexander Yu. , Korniltseva Elena G. ,   Ural State University of Economics, Lysenko Valery V. ,   Ural State University of Economics
Published: October 2024

Abstract. This article explores the prerequisites, content, and outcomes of the Soviet project. The term refers to the predominance of arbitrary organization of social reality over its naturally-historical self-determination. Unlike the utopian denial of existing social being, the project is viewed as a technological compensation for the mediating disruptions and interruptions in evolutionary trends. The Soviet period of national history is examined as the largest known endeavor to create a new society, vividly illustrating the inherent internal dialectics that underscore the stability and viability of a constructed consciousness of existence. However, this dual nature imposes a strict limit on such a construction: the act of historical arbitrariness is incapable of transcending the nearest state of stable equilibrium within the social system, where the objective laws of social development reclaim their unlimited authority. Moreover, the earlier inability to impose self-restraint leads arbitrariness to its own negation.
The Phenomenon of Law and Dehumanizing Factors of Modernity
Authors:   Surgut State Pedagogical University, Miller Veronika I. , Antonova Natalya V. ,   Surgut State Pedagogical University
Published: October 2024

integrity formed over a long period of time under the influence of ethical and humanistic attitudes, as well as political, economic and general cultural processes. In assessing the most important substantive foundations of law, the authors focus on the necessity to analyze the transformational processes of legal norms in relation to the human being. Comparing the ontological, socio-cultural foundations of the phenomena of “law” and “dehumanization”, a number of common and distinctive features are identified. Both of these phenomena have a “meaningful focus” on man and are simultaneously the result of his activity. However, if law is a way of constitutionalizing public relations in order to regulate them, then dehumanization is characterized as an element of destructiveness, destabilization of the world. It is assumed that the topics of law, humanism and dehumanization are relevant, as they are the most important worldview guidelines for both the individual and society as a whole.
Analysis of the Problems of Modern Man in the Aspect of the Theoretical Heritage of the Frankfurt School
Authors:   Tyumen Industrial University, Muratova Irina A. , Lukyanenko Anton A. ,   Tyumen Industrial University
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the analysis of problematic aspects of modern human existence within the discourse of the Frankfurt School, which views modern social reality as a totalitarian system, formed under conditions devoid of a proletariat. In this context, the revolutionary idea, in the hands of outsiders and the intelligentsia, transforms into a means of governance and power. The social reality is examined as functioning according to the rules of technocracy and the simulacrum of mass media. Under the influence of an enslaving “repressive civilization”, modern man becomes a mere functionary within it, while the popularization of the ideology of utility and profit inevitably leads to the potential manipulation of both individual and collective thinking. Representatives of the Frankfurt School propose as a means of solving this problem ‒ the restoration of true Reason, acting as an antipode to the global, uniform mind. The authors analyze key philosophical ideas concerning the spiritual and corporeal unity of human beings, as well as the discourse on anthropological and cultural-natural integrity. The human being is considered in the context of a need for an actual social reality functioning according to the principles of love and reason, creativity and artistry, self-identity, and self-sufficiency.
“Cultural Shock” in the Process of Adaptation of Foreign Medical Students in the Professional Environment of Russian Universities
Authors:   Volgograd State Medical University, Tkachenko Elena A.
Published: October 2024

The article examines the phenomenon of “cultural shock” experienced by foreign students in the professional environment of a medical university, as well as the difficulties faced by students during their first years of study. “Cultural shock” is presented not as a barrier to development, but as a necessary stage and challenge, through overcoming which the process of adaptation begins. Conclusion dwells upon the fact that the adaptation of foreign students in a Russian university is a complex process that requires an integrated approach and a systematic adaptation program. Successful adaptation necessitates creating conditions that take into account cultural, national, ethnic, and racial (religious) differences. The author presents the results of a study conducted at Volgograd State Medical University among foreign students.
Danzig or War? Secret Diplomacy of Great Britain on the Eve of Germany’s Attack on Poland in 1939
Authors:   Kuban State University, Ivanov Alexander G.
Published: October 2024

One of little known problems on the eve of the Second World War is secret diplomacy of Great Britain aimed at settling disputable problems with nazi Germany, Danzig and Danzig corridor including. Documents of the National Archives (London) make it possible to widen our knowledge of the secret Anglo-German contacts, reasons which made them to be possible and factors influenced on their failure. The analysis of the archival documents helps to come to a conclusion that the N. Chamberlain’s government up to the start of the Second World War counted on amicable agreement with Hitler at the expense of Poland, which in its turn influenced negatively on the talks between Great Britain, France and the USSR. Thus the Second World War became inevitable.
Dialectics of Centralization and Decentralization of Governance in the USSR and Modern Russia
Authors:   Yelabuga Institute of Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, Gapsalamov Almaz R. , Bochkareva Tatyana N. ,   Yelabuga Institute of Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, Vasilev Vladimir L. ,   Yelabuga Institute of Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University
Published: October 2024

The examination of the evolution and modernization of the governance system of socialist industry and, in particular, the alternation of its centralized and decentralized forms within the command system will make it possible to understand the reasons for the rise and fall of the Soviet economic system, as well as the resulting difficulties of the modern stage of the country’s development. In this regard, the aim of this article is to investigate the causes and factors influencing the transition between centralized and decentralized governance in the USSR and transitional Russia. This study involved a review of literature detailing the most notable periods of centralization, such as the industrialization in the USSR (1928–1937) and the state reforms of the 2000s in the Russian Federation, as well as periods of decentralization, including the establishment of local People’s Commissariats of governance (1953–1964) and the market reforms of the 1990s. The research was based on the works of both domestic and international scholars. The analysis revealed a systemic need for alternating waves of centralized and decentralized governance. Using the examples of the Soviet Union and the Russian Federation, the article delineates the main phases of governance transition, economic indicators, and the factors influencing these processes.
Peasant Migrations to the Steppe Regions: Causal Factors and Ways to Overcome them in the Assessments of Representatives of the Conservative Trend of the Second Half of the XIX – Early XX Centuries
Authors:   Omsk State Pedagogical University, Soroka Nikolai N.
Published: October 2024

One of the characteristic features of Russia’s post-reform development was the migration of part of the agricultural segment to its Asian possessions, which caused a lively socio-political discussion in the country. Supporters of the conservative trend play a significant role in discussing the causes of these migrations, identifying the crisis in peasant farming as the principal driver of mass movement toward the empire’s periphery. This article is based on administrative documentation from the Central State Archive of the Republic of Kazakhstan concerning the movement of agrarian migrants into the Kazakh steppe and the actions undertaken by regional and provincial administrations to accommodate them. It also draws from materials in periodical literature that shaped societal perceptions of typical phenomena leading to the causes, progress, and consequences of popular migrations for the national economy. Following the principles of historicism and systematic analysis, which facilitate the exploration of the viewpoints of conservative discourse regarding the identification of causal factors underlying migratory mobility, this article examines approaches to possible state support for settlers at the imperial level. The analysis centers on the positions of the most prominent representatives of conservative doctrine, who viewed agrarian migration as an integral component of governmental policy aimed at the economic development of the “Kirghiz” steppe, a region that geographically partially fell within the borders of Akmolinsk and Semipalatinsk provinces.
Socio-Economic and Religious Issues in the Appeals of Russian Emigrants to the Synod of Bishops of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad in the 1930s (Based on the Materials of the State Archive of the Russian Federation)
Authors:   Russian Christian Humanitarian Academy named after F.M. Dostoevsky, Khmyrov Denis V.
Published: October 2024

This article examines the correspondence of representatives of the Russian Orthodox emigration with the Synod of Bishops and personally with Metropolitan Anthony (Khrapovitsky) during the 1930s, preserved in the State Archive of the Russian Federation (GARF). The range of issues reflected in the materials is quite diverse. Primarily, this includes a complex of socio-economic difficulties related to obtaining refugee status or new citizenship, employment, and social assistance. The second most important topic of appeals concerns family issues, particularly the high incidence of divorces, new marriages, and cohabitation deemed unacceptable from a Christian point of view. The actual religious issues are represented by questions about the calendar reform, which gave rise to difficulties in synchronizing the secular and ecclesiastical rhythm of life. In this situation, the Russian Church Abroad represented a unifying center in the lives of emigrants, helping to maintain ties with the motherland, striving to ensure ideological stability, maintaining cultural traditions, giving hope for the future, as well as providing all possible financial assistance.
The Culture of Artificial Intelligence as a Dynamic Tool of the Modern Value System
Authors:   Lomonosov Moscow State University, Belikova Evgeniya K.
Published: October 2024

The article examines the performance of artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool of the modern value system. The research material comprises the implementation of substantial humanistic values in the modern public sphere, including the concepts of humanity, life, its duration and quality, health, security, freedom, opportunities for self-realization and self-development, individualization, personalization, collectivism, compassion, and others. The analysis reveals that the culture of AI aligns effectively with these values. It is emphasized that AI serves as a tool for the actualization, development, reinforcement, and transmission of humanistic values to future generations – values that are crucial for the positive evolution of modern society. The paper highlights that AI operates specifically as a tool (both innovative and effective) through which values are realized in response to the needs of the entire society and its individual members. The advancement of AI as a dynamic tool within the modern value system reflects the process of societal humanization and satisfies the human need for the recognition of one’s subjectivity and significance. This study thus contributes to the understanding of AI’s role as not merely a technological advancement, but as an integral facet of the ethical and moral framework shaping modern human interactions and societal structures.
The Cultural Significance of Malay Woodcarving Motifs: A Case Study of Rumah Warisan Hajah Kundur
Authors:   College Creative Arts, Universiti of Teknologi MARA Shah Alam, Shah Alam, Selangor Malaysia, Ahmad Juliana Adlin , Ab Aziz Arba’iyah ,   College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Alam Campus, Shah Alam, Selangor Malaysia, Abd. Aziz Mohamad Kamal ,   College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Alam Campus, Shah Alam, Selangor Malaysia
Published: October 2024

This study examined the Malay woodcarving motifs displayed at Rumah Warisan Hajah Kundur, a distinguished Malay heritage house currently located in Politeknik Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. The study utilised qualitative research methods such as site observations, photographic recording, and analysis of secondary data to document and assess the wood carving motifs found on the wooden structure. The house had been moved and restored in order to preserve its cultural significance. The investigation uncovered that the woodcarvings of Rumah Warisan Hajah Kundur prominently featured floral motifs, with geometric and combination designs also being prominent. This study not only recorded the visual qualities of the carvings but also analysed their symbolic meaning, revealing the interdependent relationship between artistic representation and cultural heritage in the practice of Malay woodcarving. Concentrating on this singular, historically significant residence of Rumah Warisan Hajah Kundur, the study underscored the significance of Malay woodcarving in vernacular architecture in Negeri Sembilan. It emphasised the imperative for continuous documentation and conservation of the intangible cultural heritage represented by Malay woodcarving motifs and Malay traditional houses.
Perceptions of women’s leadership in urban governance in the communes of greater Lomé, Togo
Authors: Dounwourgue Nagbandjoa , Kola Edinam , Mouloungui Kussu Leslie Bertha , Aholou Coffi
Published: October 2024

Perceptions of women’s roles and leadership in urban governance vary from country to country and culture to culture. While women are represented and participate fully in political decision-making in some countries, in Togo women’s participation in local governance is still limited. The aim of this research is to analyse perceptions of women’s leadership in urban governance in the communes of greater Lomé. Specifically, the study of the influence of general perceptions of the role of women on the development of their leadership in the urban governance of greater Lomé (i) and the implications of these perceptions on the participation of women in the urban governance of greater Lomé (ii). Semi-structured interviews were conducted in all the town halls of the thirteen greater Lomé autonomous district communes with 222 women and 162 men, i.e., a total of 384 people. The corpus created from the interviews, which were transcribed in their entirety, was analyzed using the theory of social dominance developed by Sidanius and Pratto to explain power relations and inequalities between social groups. The results show that perceptions of women’s participation in urban governance vary and are generally associated with several significant implications. The general perception is that women are not as competent or legitimate as men in political and administrative leadership roles. However, there is a growing recognition of the value of gender diversity in urban governance, with a growing awareness of the importance of including women in decision-making processes. From the point of view of the significant implications of perceptions, positive perceptions favor increased representation of women, innovation, and creativity, strengthening legitimacy, reducing inequalities, and presenting women as positive role models in urban governance.
Policy innovation and the sustainable quality management 4.0 framework for integrating sustainable services
Authors: Rafique Muhammad Zeeshan
Published: October 2024

Over the past twenty years, service organizations have adopted total quality management to enhance their service quality, significantly impacting business performance, customer satisfaction, and profitability. This study delves into policy development of sustainable quality management theory, benefits, and various service components, while reviewing its implementation in services industries and policy innovation. The concept of Sustainable Quality Management 4.0 (SQM 4.0) integrates sustainable management, traditional quality management, and Quality 4.0 principles to optimize resources, reduce environmental impacts, and enhance decision-making through Industry 4.0, IoT, AI, and big data analytics. The findings offer valuable framework and policy insights for managers and practitioners on quality management and service systems, providing an implementation framework for Sustainable Quality Management in the service sector. The paper outlines comprehensive elements and strategies for implementation as a SQM framework for attaining sustainable quality management in the services industry.
Response of Origanum dictamnus L. (Cretan dittany) to Five Species of Root-Knot Nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.)
Authors: Tzortzakakis Emmanuel A. , Cantalapiedra-Navarrete Carolina , Castillo Pablo , Palomares-Rius Juan E. , Archidona-Yuste Antonio
Published: October 2024

Cretan dittany (Origanum dictamnus L.) is an aromatic and medicinal plant, local endemic of the island of Crete, Greece, occurring naturally to high rocky mountain habitats. Due to its commercial interest, cultivation of this plant has been recently expanded. Since natural infestations by Meloidogyne spp. in field cultivated plants have not been found, its response to infection by M. javanica, M. incognita, M. arenaria, M. hapla and M. luci was investigated in pot experiments. In all experiments, roots of dittany plants exhibited neither galls nor egg masses in contrast to the roots of tomato plants used as controls. Therefore, Cretan dittany appears to be resistant to the five Meloidogyne species tested.
Motoric Development of Class V-1 at MIN 20 Aceh Besar Through Traditional Sports Games
Authors: Riyanto Riyanto
Published: October 2024

This research aims to observe the physical motoric development of elementary age children achieved by providing learning methods using traditional sports equipment and games.. Teachers and parents have an important role in honing and monitoring children's physical-motor development so that they can grow and develop well. Motoric development is divided into two, namely gross motor skills and fine motor skills. Motoric development and physical development cannot be separated, because physical development can provide stimulation for motoric development which is related to movement skills. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods to obtain data by observation and documentation. This research was conducted at Madrasah Ibtidaiyyah Negeri 20 Aceh Besar. The sample for this research was all students in class V-1 with a theoretical study of students' physical-motor development. The results of the study show that the physical-motor development of all class V-1 students is developing well because teachers use a variety of learning methods to develop students' physical-motor development well.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTELLECTUAL, EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL INTELLIGENCE WITH PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER PERFORMANCE
Authors: Thaib Armia
Published: October 2024

The performance of a teacher, including physical education teachers, can be related to the intellectual, emotional and spiritual intelligence of the teacher concerned. This study aims to determine the relationship between intellectual, emotional and spiritual intelligence with the performance of physical education teachers. The population and research sample of physical education teachers of public high schools in Pidie Regency amounted to 22 people. Data collection techniques using the instrument intellectual, emotional, spritiual and teacher performance.Data analyzed by product moment correlation test. The results showed that in general physical education teachers in Pidie Regency have high intellectual intelligence. emotional intelligence and spiritual intelligence are high and also high emotional intelligence and have good performance. Intellectual intelligence with performance correlation coefficient value (r) 0.640, emotional intelligence with performance correlation coefficient value (r) 0.574, spiritual intelligence with performance correlation coefficient value (r) 0.682. Simultaneously emotional intelligence, intellectual and spiritual intelligence have a significant relationship with the performance of physical education teachers in Pidie Regency. This is indicated by the correlation coefficient value (r) 0.760. Keywords: Teacher Performance, Intellectual, Emotional, Spiritual Intelligence
Axiological Approach in Pedagogy in the Context of the Problems of Semiotics of Culture
Authors: Gerasimova Svetlana Valentinovna , Kulikova Elena Vyacheslavovna
Published: October 2024

Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the value consciousness of students with the aim of finding out to what extent they have assimilated spiritual values ​​and thanks to which authoritative sources these values ​​have penetrated into their mind.
 
Theoretical Framework: The study is based on the principles of cultural semiotics. Lotman claimed that in the symbolic type of culture, the part is homeomorphic to the whole. This principle is applied to education. It is considered as a part reflecting the processes occurring in society as a whole.
 
Method: The article is written on the material of a survey of first-year students of The Kosygin State University of Russia.
 
Results and Discussion: Students assess themselves as knowing the commandments, even if they do not know their wordings. Family communication has become the main source of moral ideas for them. According to the laws of semiotics formulated by Lotman, axiology in school is homeomorphic one to state ideology. In developed countries there are no state axiology and state ideologies, because they are perceived as the source of civilizational catastrophes of the twentieth century. This gives rise to a crisis in the field of pedagogy.
 
Research Implications: The results of the research can be applied in pedagogy. The empty niche of state axiology is incompatible with the laws of semiotics.
 
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the pedagogical literature. by. The relevance and value of this research are evidenced by the need to overcome the crisis in the field of pedagogy.
Water Security in the Context of the Piracicaba River Sub-Basin During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Ferreira Denise Helena Lombardo , Sugahara Cibele Roberta , Mendes Jakeline Pertile , Oliveira Luciel Henrique de
Published: October 2024

Objective: To analyze the challenges for water security in municipalities belonging to the Piracicaba River (SP) sub-basin, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
Method: This is an exploratory and bibliographical research with a qualitative approach and case study and with a technical documentary procedure. The data sources were: Water Resources Situation Report; number of COVID-19 cases and deaths obtained from the Brazilian Ministry of Health website. In addition, a questionnaire on aspects related to water was administered to experts from the Technical Chamber for Conservation and Protection of Natural Resources of the Piracicaba, Capivari and Jundiaí River Basin Committees.
 
Results and conclusions: The number of cases and deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic increased significantly in the 1st half of 2021 compared to the same period in 2020. The experts interviewed attributed high importance to prevention measures, the trend of decreasing water availability and the reduction of losses from water distribution systems.
 
Research implications: The research presented theoretical reflections on the COVID-19 pandemic and water security. Water is an extremely important resource, especially in times of epidemics, as occurred with COVID-19. Water security affects the availability of water both to meet the needs of the population and to maintain ecosystems.
 
Originality/value: The research carried out highlights the need for public policies regarding water and sanitation in order to achieve the protection of the population's health and sustainable development.
Estudios antropológicos en Veracruz
Authors: Arieta Baizabal Virginia , Aquino Rodríguez Lourdes , Beauregard García Lourdes , Ortega Guevara Jaime , Ortiz Ceballos Ponciano , Rodríguez Martínez Ma. del Carmen , Suárez Jácome Cruz , Bonilla Palmeros Jesús Javier , Meza Manzanilla Margarita , Casas Mendoza Carlos Alberto , Kuri Camacho José Francisco Javier , Velázquez Galindo Yuribia , García Ramos Crescencio , Davlestshin Albert , Flores Nájera Lucero , Hernández Viveros Raúl , Brizuela Absalón Álvaro , Sánchez Álvarez Guadalupe , Ochoa Higueras Jorge , Medel López Hilario , Medel Ramírez Carlos
Published: October 2024

El Instituto de Antropología es el primero que se creó en la Universidad Veracruzana, bajo la dirección del arqueólogo Alfonso Medellín Zenil, enviado a la Escuela Nacional de Antropología por el profesor José Luis Melgarejo Vivanco para estudiar arqueología, dando inicio así a una gran cantidad y variedad de investigaciones multi e interdisciplinarias a lo largo de ya 67 años, que comprenden temas de arqueología, antropología social, antropología física, lingüística, etnología, restauración, conservación, economía, historia y arquitectura, todas ellas sobre distintas regiones del estado de Veracruz, logrando así el conocimiento del ser humano como ser social desde tiempos prehispánicos hasta la actualidad. Este libro aborda algunos de los muchos y variados temas de los proyectos que se desarrollaron en la década de los setenta hasta hoy, abarcando regiones del sur, centro, norte y de las altas montañas. Los textos son evidencia de cómo ha cambiado la antropología en sus metodologías, técnicas, temas de investigación, así como en la planta académica, encontrando el lector un documento testimonial del amplio campo antropológico veracruzano.
Is psychoanalysis a science? An answer in light of scientific pluralism
Authors: Albuquerque Ulysses Paulino de
Published: October 2024

This paper explores the longstanding debate on whether psychoanalysis qualifies as a science. Grounded in the Brazilian context, where recent publications have revived the debate, I examine the demarcation problem in the philosophy of science, highlighting how traditional criteria for defining scientific knowledge may exclude epistemically fruitful practices, such as psychoanalysis. Drawing on the perspectives of scientific pluralism, I argue for a more inclusive understanding of science, where diverse methods and epistemological approaches are recognized as legitimate contributions to addressing complex phenomena  such as mental health. Ultimately, the rigid application of demarcation criteria can obscure the value of psychoanalysis, whereas scientific pluralism offers a pathway for integrating it into broader scientific discourse.
The business and moral image of the party officials of the "second echelon" of the Bashkir ASSR in the era of "Khrushchev's reformism"
Authors: Khaziev Rustem , Vagapov Rodion Rafaelevich
Published: October 2024

The article examines the business and moral qualities of the party managers of the "second echelon" of the period of the "Khrushchev reforms" in the context of one of the major national republics of the RSFSR – the Bashkir ASSR. The authors reconstruct the appearance of middle-level party officials who adhered to double standards in their party management activities. The phenomenon of the formation of a "new-moral" communist party subject with a pronounced focus on wealth is also concretized, which contradicted the official discourse of a highly moral socialist personality, who is not only a party worker, but, above all, a disinterested communist. The new trend observed among the party officials of the "Khrushchev set" – industrial and moral emancipation, which did not entail the irreversibility of severe punishment, was one of the manifestations of the complex institutional process of the era of "Khrushchev reformism". We are talking about a change in the value paradigm in the form of the refusal of party officials from rigid stoicism and orientation towards satisfying their personal interests. The research methodology is based on the principles of critical research understanding of the activities of the BASSR party apparatus in 1953-1964. The structural and functional method made it possible to reconstruct the managerial and business portrait of the BASSR party members of the Khrushchev era.
A Systematic Review of Literature on Intellectual Property and the Creative Industry in Africa Using Scopus
Authors: Ngwenya Sibongile
Published: October 2024

The shift of the world to a knowledge economy, mainly driven by Intellectual Property (IP), calls for research dissemination through scholarly publishing to promote the protection and commercialisation of IP. In Africa, innovations such as mobile payment systems, drones, and development in the fields of renewable energy, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence have become key drivers of economic growth and development. However, many African countries have yet to know and appreciate the value of IP to their economies. The benefits of IP may be fully realised through proper awareness and understanding of IP using scholarly publications. The study sought to examine the published documents that focus on IP and the creative industry in Africa in order to create awareness and understanding of the breadth and scope of IP and IPRs. Content analysis was conducted on Scopus using descriptive informetrics. The Scopus database was used to ascertain the published documents that focus on IP and the creative industry in Africa. The researcher used the search string TITLE, ABSTRACT, KEYWORD and also applied Scopus “Analyse Search Results”, which facilitated in-depth analysis of the documents according to the key indicators (the year of publication, territory or country, source, author, institute/ affiliation, types of document, subject areas and sponsors). The analysis revealed that there were very few documents published each year on IP and the creative industry published in Africa. Although documents on IP and the creative industry in Africa were published through three document types, there was a diversity of the subject areas in which research on IP and the creative industry in Africa was found. Of the available research, most authors were affiliated with institutions in Africa, but only one of the journals belonged to an African country, and of all the sponsors, only four belonged to an African country. There was very little research on IP and the creative industry published in Africa, although IP is applicable to different disciplines. Africa needs to improve its science and technology capacity, research facilities and funding, and understanding and awareness of IP. Scholarly publishing on IP and the creative industries would be more pronounced if supported by local sponsors and journals instead of relying on scholars and institutions affiliated with countries outside Africa.
Barriers Impeding the Contribution of Indigenous Knowledge to Rural Development in Mabheleni, South Africa
Authors: Mseleku Zethembe
Published: October 2024

Indigenous knowledge is increasingly recognised as a critical resource in rural development practice in many African countries, South Africa included. However, the use and contribution of indigenous knowledge in the development of rural communities in South Africa is inhibited by numerous factors. Drawing from the lens of deliberative democracy, this article reports on a study that explored the barriers impeding the contribution of indigenous knowledge towards rural development in Mabheleni. This deep rural and underdeveloped community falls under the Umzumbe Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. This study used a qualitative approach. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 participants and one focus group discussion with 10 participants in Mabheleni. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. The study findings indicated that lack of recognition of indigenous knowledge itself in development practice, the use of a top-down approach by government officials, and barriers to community participation impede the potential contribution of indigenous knowledge to rural development. Therefore, the study recommends a bottom-up approach to rural development practice.
Drag Artists in Shanghai: Balancing Local and Global Influences in Queer Cultural Production
Authors: Pryde Shelley , Costandius Elmarie
Published: October 2024

This article discusses a case study of a group of local and expat drag artists based in Shanghai, China. Theoretical perspectives of “global gay” discourse, queer temporality and Chinese-centric queer theories were employed to question how Shanghai’s drag artists navigate drag’s growing popularity, Chinese state restrictions and Western dominance. Through analysing semi-structured interviews and performance video samples of seven drag artists and one LGBTQ+ venue owner, queer cultural productions in China were explored to ask how they offer new possibilities for queer knowledge production, and propose futurities that are simultaneously transnational and rooted in China. While the influence of Euro-American LGBTQ+ discourse was documented and acknowledged, other perspectives revealed more nuanced conceptualisations of the binary between copy/original, the frictions inherent in cultural exchange, and diverse forms of resistance. Shanghai’s drag scene is evolving in distinct ways, incorporating both global and local influences and cultural traditions. With queer knowledge still largely attributed to the West, and non-Western experiences vastly underrepresented, it is important to recognise what underground cultural productions such as those in Shanghai offer global queer cultural exchange.
Assessment and Management of Depressive Disorder: A Case Report of an Unmarried Adult
Authors: Tamuno-opubo Addah Temple , Olusayo Agabi Oyegbemile , Obaniyi Juliet Oluwafunmibi
Published: October 2024

This case study examines the psychological and social aspects impacting the mental well-being of a 32-year-old unmarried woman. Based on comprehensive clinical assessment, Client D.A. was diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) using Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5), Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2), Rotter Incomplete Sentences Blank College Form (RISB), Draw-a-Person (DAP), clinical interviews, and behavioral observations. A multifaceted treatment plan was developed, combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy (IPT), pharmacotherapy, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques. This study provides insights into her experiences of depression, social isolation, societal expectations, and self-esteem. Over the course of the treatment, Client D.A. demonstrated significant improvement in her depressive symptoms. Her negative thought patterns were effectively restructured through CBT and her interpersonal relationships improved with IPT. Additionally, pharmacotherapy stabilized her mood, while mindfulness techniques helped manage anxiety and stress. This case study highlights the complex interplay of factors influencing mental health and underscores the importance of culturally sensitive, personalized treatment approaches, as evidenced by Client D.A.’s increased social engagement, reduced loneliness, and improved well-being, with regular evaluations confirming sustained progress and the efficacy of the integrated treatment plan in promoting recovery.
Comprehensive cataloging of miR-363 as a therapeutic & non-invasive biomarker of prostate cancer
Authors: Manoj Anveshika , Kaleem Ahmad Mohammad , Kumar Manoj , Quayoom Sumaira , Prasad Gautam , Kumar Durgesh , Mahdi Abbas Ali
Published: October 2024

Background & objectives

Overcoming the challenge of early diagnosis of prostate cancer (PCa) by exploring molecular biomarkers is urgently needed. With this objective, this study was designed to explore the biomarker and therapeutic potential of miRNA (miR)-363-3p in PCa pathogenesis.

Methods

Total participants (n=188) were enrolled, and blood and tissue samples were collected from individuals categorized into the control group (n=55), benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) group (n=60), PCa group (n=48), and castration-resistant PCa (CRPC) group (n=25). MiR expression profiling was carried out using quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), and biomarker analysis was conducted employing receiver operating characteristics (ROC) curve. The miR-363 target genes were predicted by in silico tools like Target Scan and starBasev 2.0 and its expression was validated by qPCR and association among them was established by using the STRING database.

Results

The results showed that the tumour-suppressive nature of miR-363-3p in both PCa tissues and serum were significantly higher than the control with a greater area under curve (AUC) was 0.969 (sensitivity: 85%; specificity 100%) and 0.988 (sensitivity: 97.5%; specificity: 87.5%), respectively. The targetome analysis of miR-363-3p revealed five target genes-NRAS, E2F3, PTEN, MDM2, and CCNE2 which were strongly associated with cell division and proliferation. The expression analysis of the target genes showed a significant tumour-suppression of PTEN gene and significant upregulation of oncogenic genes such as NRAS, E2F3, MDM2, and CCNE2.

Interpretation & conclusions

Collectively, the findings of this study suggest that miR-363-3p may be a potential biomarker in differentiating individuals with PCa and CRPC from healthy controls. The miR-363-3p triggers various oncogenic genes (MDM2, NRAS, E2F3, CCNE2) and tumour suppressor genes (PTEN) that are actively involved in PCa progression and development.
Infrared thermography: An investigative tool for detection of subclinical bleed in hemophilia on prophylaxis
Authors: Ghosh Moupali , Shaw Jyoti , Dasgupta Anjan K. , Bhattacharyya Maitreyee
Published: October 2024

Background & objectives

Subclinical joint bleed is a matter of concern in individuals with hemophilia on prophylaxis. Ultrasonography (USG) is mostly used for the screening of subclinical bleeds in such individuals but it has its own limitations. Thus a more comprehensive technology is required for the detection of the same. This study undertook to evaluate the efficacy of infrared thermography (IRT) for detection of subclinical joint bleeds and its comparison with ultrasonography and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), considering MRI as the gold standard.

Methods

Forty eight asymptomatic individuals with hemophiliacs on prophylaxis and 15 healthy males as controls were recruited. IRT, USG and MRI were done in all participants included in the study. FLIR camera systems were used for the capture of thermograms of the joints in both the study groups.

Results

The mean of maximum temperature difference>0.5K (ΔT max >0.5K) as compared to a healthy joint was considered as significant. Subclinical bleeds were detected in 23.9, 7.29 and 27.08 per cent participants by IRT, USG and MRI respectively. Sensitivity and specificity of IRT and USG was detected to be 88.4 and 97.67 per cent, and 26.9 and 99 per cent, respectively.

Interpretation & conclusions

The findings of this study suggest that IRT is an effective tool for detection of subclinical joint bleeds in individuals with hemophilia and can be used for the monitoring of the joints in such individuals.