bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Complementary Two Dimensional Carrier Profiles of 4H-SiC MOSFETs by Scanning Spreading Resistance Microscopy and Scanning Capacitance Microscopy
Authors: Fiorenza Patrick , Zignale Marco , Zanetti Edoardo , Alessandrino Mario S. , Carbone Beatrice , Guarnera Alfio , Saggio Mario , Giannazzo Filippo , Roccaforte Fabrizio
Published: September 2024

The suitability of scanning probe methods based on atomic force microscopy (AFM) measurements is explored to investigate with high spatial resolution the elementary cell of 4H-SiC power MOSFETs. The two-dimensional (2D) cross-sectional maps demonstrated a high spatial resolution of about 5 nm using the scanning spreading resistance microscopy (SSRM) capabilities. Furthermore, the scanning capacitance microscopy (SCM) capabilities enabled visualizing the fluctuations of charge carrier concentration across the different parts of the MOSFETs elementary cell.
Design of Al2O3/LaAlO3/SiO2 Gate Stack on Various Channel Planes for High-Performance 4H-SiC Trench Power MOSFETs
Authors: Huang Lin Hua , Liu Yong , Peng Xin , Tsuji Takashi , Onozawa Yuichi , Fujishima Naoto , Sin Johnny Kin On
Published: September 2024

An Al2O3/LaAlO3/SiO2 gate stack is designed and implemented on various trench-gate channel planes for high-performance trench power MOSFETs. The designed high-k gate stack achieves a significant enhancement in the gate blocking capability (~1.73X) and maintains a low interface state density (Dit), in comparison to the SiO2­ gate. Moreover, owing to the implementation of the high-k gate stack, the high-k trench gate MOSFETs conduct a drain current of approximately 1.3 times larger than that of the SiO2 trench gate MOSFETs on all 24 channel planes at the same overdrive voltage (Vgs-Vth) of 10 V. An analysis of the mobility limiting mechanisms on different channel planes reveals that the highest channel mobility on the (1120) channel plane is primarily due to its largest Coulomb scattering mobility and surface roughness scattering mobility.
Comparing 4H-SiC NPN Buffer Layers by Epitaxial Growth and Implantation for Neural Interface Isolation
Authors: Greenhorn Scott , Bano Edwige , Stambouli Valerie , Zekentes Konstantinos
Published: September 2024

4H Silicon Carbide multichannel neural interface devices using NPN junctions for channel isolation were fabricated using four different doping structures. Two devices used thicker, lower-doped epitaxial layers, one used thin, highly-doped implanted layers implanted into a N epilayer, and one used thin-highly-doped implanted layers into an N substrate. The devices were characterized in terms of resistance, charge delivery, leakage current through the substrate, and crosstalk between channels. The thickest, lower-doped epitaxial layers performed best, resulting in great isolation and good performance. While the implanted layers showed high charge delivery, their resistance is reduced due to the thin layers and the isolation is particularly poor.
Channel Density Design Guidelines for the Transient Characteristics of SiC Trench Gate MOSFETs
Authors: Kimoto Shinichi , Iijima Ryosuke , Harada Shinsuke
Published: September 2024

Channel density design guidelines for SiC trench-gate MOSFETs with low switching loss, and high short-circuit and avalanche capabilities were proposed. The cell and grounding region pitches were used as parameters to control the channel density to investigate the parameter dependence of each transient property. The results suggest a clear difference in the dependence of switching loss reduction and short-circuit/avalanche capability increase on these parameters; however, the extents of dependence of specific on-resistance on the controlling parameters were comparable. The reduction in the grounding region pitch contributed to faster charging of the parasitic drain-source capacitance, which was effective in improving transient characteristics, such as dV/dt at turn-off, and saturation current at short-circuit. Furthermore, a reduction in this distance increased the area-flowing avalanche current and hence, an increase in the avalanche energy. The influence of the two design parameters in effectively improving the trade-off between each transient characteristic and the specific on-resistance was summarized.
Investigation of Potential Impact of Nitridation Process on Single Event Gate Rupture Tolerance in SiC MOS Capacitors
Authors: Takahashi Misa , Kagoshima Eiji , Makino Takahiro , Iwata Manami , Ohtani Naoki , Nemoto Norio , Narita Shunki , Tawara Takeshi , Senzaki Junji , Kobayashi Keisuke , Suematsu Tomoka , Harada Shinsuke , Takeyama Akinori , Ohshima Takeshi , Saito Jun , Fujiwara Hirokazu , Shindou Hiroyuki
Published: September 2024

Single Event Gate Rupture (SEGR) is one of the catastrophic failures caused by heavy ions in power MOS devices. In this study, n-type SiC MOS capacitors representing the gate structure generally used in SiC power MOSFETs were used to conduct heavy ion irradiation tests to clarify the SEGR mechanism. The Linear Energy Transfer (LET) dependence of the critical electric field (Ecr) for these capacitors was evaluated with two different oxidation processes in accumulation to confirm whether the oxidation process affects SEGR tolerance. We found that the Ecr value and slopes of the LET dependence for SEGR between DRY samples and DRY + POA samples were approximately consistent. We also simulated SEGR and studied its mechanism. The simulation results suggested that SEGR for SiC MOS capacitors is caused by carriers in electron-hole pairs generated by a heavy ion instead of gate electric field fluctuation.
Potential Contributions of Human Endogenous Retroviruses in Innate Immune Memory
Authors: Du Pengcheng , Li Jiarui , Hua Mingxi , Zhu Liuluan , Chen Chen , Zeng Hui
Published: September 2024

The phenomenon wherein innate immune cells adopt long-term inflammatory phenotypes following the first stimuli is named trained immunity and can improve host defense against infections. Transcriptional and epigenetic reprogramming are critical mechanisms of trained immunity; however, the regulatory networks are not entirely clear at present. The human endogenous retroviruses (HERVs) provide large amounts of transcriptional regulators in the regulatory pathways. In this study, we analyzed published large omics data to explore the roles of such “dark matter” of the human genome in trained and tolerant macrophages. We collected 80 RNA sequencing data and 62 sequencing data to detect histone modifications and active regulatory regions from nine published studies on trained and tolerant macrophages. By analyzing the characteristics of transcription and epigenetic modification of HERVs, as well as their association with gene expression, we found that 15.3% of HERVs were transcribed nonrandomly from noncoding regions and enriched in specific HERV families and specific chromosomes, such as chromosomes 11, 15, 17, and 19, and they were highly related with the expression of adjacent genes. We found that 295 differentially expressed HERVs are located in 50-kbp flanking regions of 142 differentially expressed genes. We found epigenetic changes of these HERVs and that overlap with predicted enhancers and identified 35 enhancer-like HERVs. The related genes were highly involved in the activation and inflammatory responses, such as the TLR pathway. Other pathways including phosphoinositide signaling and transport of folate and K+ might be also related with trained immunity, which require further study. These results demonstrated that HERVs might play important roles in trained immunity.
Applied One Health: Nigeria National Veterinary Research Institute COVID-19 pandemic response
Authors: Meseko Clement A. , Shittu Ismaila , Asala Olayinka O. , Adedeji Adeyinka J. , Laleye Tinuke A. , Agusi Ebere R. , Gado Dorcas A. , Olawuyi Kayode A. , Mkpuma Nicodemus , Chinonyerem Chinyere , Inuwa Bitrus , Chima Nneka , Akintola Ruth , Nyango Patrick , Luka Hellen , Bakam Judith , Atai Rebecca , Kabantiyok Dennis , Samson Mark , Daniel ThankGod , Oyetunde† Joshua , Owolodun Olajide A. , Lazarus David D. , Obishakin Emmanuel T. , Luka Pam D. , Audu Benshak J. , Makama Sunday , Ularamu Hussain G. , Wungak Yiltawe S. , Ahmed James S. , Ocholi Reuben A. , Mohammad Maryam
Published: September 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused the death of 7.1 million people worldwide as of 7 July 2024. In Nigeria, the first confirmed case was reported on 27 February 2020, subsequently followed by a nationwide spread of SARS-CoV-2 with morbidity and mortality reaching 267 173 and 3155, respectively, as of 7 July 2024. At the beginning of the pandemic, only a few public health laboratories in Nigeria had the capacity for SARS-CoV-2 molecular diagnosis. The National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), already experienced in influenza diagnosis, responded to the public health challenge for the diagnosis of COVID-19 samples from humans. The feat was possible through the collective utilisation of NVRI human and material resources, including biosafety facilities, equipment, reagents and consumables donated by international partners and collaborators. Within 6 months of the reported COVID-19 outbreak in Nigeria, over 33 000 samples were processed in NVRI facilities covering five states. Thereafter, many field and laboratory projects were jointly implemented between NVRI and collaborating sectors including the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR), which brought together professionals in the health, veterinary, education and socio-sciences. In addition, One Health grants were secured to enhance surveillance for coronavirus and other zoonoses and build capacity in genomics. Bio-surveillance for coronaviruses and other emerging zoonotic pathogens at the human–animal interface was activated and continued with sample collection and analysis in the laboratory for coronaviruses, Lassa fever virus and Mpox. One Health approach has shown that inter-sectoral and multinational collaboration for diagnosis, research and development in animals, and the environment to better understand pathogen spillover events at the human–animal interface is an important global health priority and pandemic preparedness.
Association Between Type 2 Diabetes and Hypogonadism in India: An Observational Study
Authors: Unnikrishnan Ambika G. , Saboo Banshi D. , Majumdar Anirban , Saraogi Ravi K. , Sundar Shanmuga , Mahadevan Shriraam , Ramakrishnan Anantharaman , Basu Indraneel , Dutta Deep , Bhattacharya Arpan D. , Bharathi Prakadeesh , Gawand Kalpesh
Published: September 2024

Introduction:

Hypogonadism is a common comorbidity associated with several metabolic disorders including type 2 diabetes (T2D) that can remain undetected without proper screening. Here, we evaluated the prevalence of hypogonadism in Indian male patients with T2D with or without obesity.

Methods:

In this prospective, observational study, male patients with T2D and hypogonadism were evaluated symptomatically using the androgen deficiency in ageing male (ADAM) questionnaire at baseline and confirmed on the basis of total testosterone (TT) levels (<300 ng/dL) at Days 5–7 (Visit 2) and 9–14 (Visit 4) assessed after 12 hours of fasting between 8 AM and 10 AM. Prevalence of hypogonadism was presented as proportion of patients.

Results:

Of 598 enrolled patients, 526 completed the study. Mean (standard deviation [SD]) age was 50.4 (9.12) years. The percentage of patients with TT <300 ng/dL at visit 2 was 18.4%, while upon repeat confirmation, it reduced to 8.6%. Thus, the prevalence of true hypogonadism was 8.6%. Prevalence of hypogonadism in patients with BMI range of >30 kg/m2 (obese) was 11.1%. At screening, 81.4% (487 of 598) patients had positive ADAM questionnaire results.

Conclusions:

Prevalence of hypogonadism in Indian patients with T2D was found to be 8.6% upon repeat evaluation of testosterone. Symptomatic (ADAM questionnaire) as well as biochemical (total testosterone levels with repeat evaluation) confirmation is vital in the definite diagnosis of male hypogonadism.
A Study of Functional Outcome of Pull-through Suture Technique in Avulsion Fracture of Anterior Tibial Spine
Authors: Cholkar Sourabh , Pathak Abhishek , Mishra Santosh Kumar
Published: September 2024

Introduction:

The study has been conducted to evaluate the functional outcome of acute tibial eminence fractures treated arthroscopically with a pull-through suture technique.

Materials and Methods:

This prospective study was conducted between December 2020 and September 2022 on patients with Meyers and Mckeever II and III anterior tibial spine fractures treated arthroscopically using a pull-through suture technique.

Results:

Of the 20 patients included in the study, the majority of the patients, i.e., 40%, ranged in age from 20 to 30 years and 90% were male patients. The most common cause of injury was road traffic accidents among 60% of cases, followed by falls from bicycles or stairs and rest owing to sports injuries. In the current study, majority of the patients, i.e., 65%, operated were of Meyers and Mckeever type 3 injury. There was substantial improvement between the mean preoperative Lysholm score of 51.05 and the mean postoperative Lysholm score of 92.10 after 9 months with 95% of patients having good-to-excellent result in the end.

Conclusion:

Using an arthroscopic pull-through suture approach to treat acute tibial eminence fractures results in good rigid fixation and improves the functional outcome.
Surgical Techniques of Suprapatellar Nailing in Proximal Tibial Fractures
Authors: Kumar Ashutosh , Kumar Rishabh , Shankar Anand , Kumar Rakesh
Published: September 2024

Background:

Tibia shaft fractures are the most common lower limb long bone fractures, with approximately 80% occurring in the diaphysis region. Intramedullary interlocking nailing is a common procedure for treating these fractures, typically performed with the injured extremity positioned at a minimum of 90° of knee flexion to achieve optimal exposure of the correct entry point. However, the tension of the quadriceps tendon often leads to a typical apex anterior angulation of the proximal fragment. Suprapatellar nailing, performed with the knee in a semi-extended position, aims to reduce this anterior angulation. The objective of this study is to investigate the outcomes of suprapatellar access for intramedullary nailing in tibia fractures.

Methods:

This study employs a descriptive longitudinal design. Sixty cases of closed shaft tibia fractures were treated using the suprapatellar nailing technique.

Results:

Sixty patients with tibia fractures were included in the study. All patients underwent operative procedures involving intramedullary interlocking tibia nails using the suprapatellar approach. Out of the 60 patients treated with the suprapatellar approach, excellent outcomes were observed, with good range of movements and high scores on the lower extremity functional scale.

Conclusions:

The suprapatellar approach demonstrated excellent outcomes for proximal 1/3rd tibia fractures.
A Study on Correlation of Radiological Parameters and Foot Pain in Flat Foot
Authors: Nambiar Sudeep Madhukar , Kiran V. , Khalid Khadri Mohammed , Shetty Viplav , Nagakiran K. V. , Wooly Sameer , Shanbhag Sayeesh Mohandas , Chetan N. , Roy Gandi Adinarayana , Kumar Bula Ratna
Published: September 2024

Aim:

The purpose of this study was to identify the individuals with symptomatic flat foot and find out a correlation between the foot pain and radiological parameters.

Background:

The talo-firstmetatarsal (TFM) angle, calcanealpitch (CP) angle, medial cuneiform-fifth metatarsal height on the lateral weight-bearing foot radiographs, and talar head uncoverage distance on the anteroposterior weight-bearing feet radiographs are the radiographic parameters used to assess the pes planus. The association of radiological parameters with symptomatic foot pain has always been a doubt. Assessment of superiority of one radiological parameter over the other is always controversial. Hence, we conducted a study to assess the correlation of symptomatic flat foot with CPangle and talo-1stmetatarsal angle.

Materials and Methods:

We studied a total of 91 patients with symptomatic flat foot. The symptoms associated with flat foot were assessed using Foot Health Status Questionnaire. Based on the findings of this enquiry, they were objectively divided into mild, moderate, and severe which were then correlated with CP angle and TFM angles.

Conclusion:

In our study, we found that there is positive correlation between TFM angle and level of foot pain and negative correlation between CP angle and level of foot pain. Among the two, TFM angle showed higher correlation when compared to CP angle.
Enforcing ethical codes of conduct in procurement and its impact on public procurement performance in Ghana
Authors: David Ackah , Krist Addo Suzzy , Kofi Isaac Isaac Kofi Yornu
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the enforcement of ethical codes of conduct in procurement and its impact on public procurement performance in Ghana. The research aims to evaluate how adherence to ethical standards influences various dimensions of procurement performance, including fairness, transparency, customer service, efficiency, effectiveness, teamwork, and organizational values. Utilizing a quantitative approach, data was collected through a structured survey distributed to procurement professionals across various public sector organizations in Ghana. The analysis of the data, which includes constructs related to procurement ethical codes and performance metrics, reveals several key findings:
Fairness and Transparency: Respondents generally perceive high levels of fairness and transparency in the procurement process. Strong mean scores indicate that ethical codes are applied uniformly and that key procurement information is accessible and equitably managed. However, variability in responses suggests that some areas could benefit from further enhancement.
Customer Service and Effectiveness: There is a positive perception of improvements in customer service, which is seen to enhance organizational performance. High mean scores for effectiveness indicate timely delivery, high-quality goods, and minimal complaints, although there are some variations in perceptions regarding damage reduction and staff effectiveness.
Efficiency: The data shows a favorable view of cost-effective procurement practices, with improved staff knowledge contributing to better performance. Moderate variability in responses points to differing experiences in procurement efficiency.
Teamwork and Organizational Values: Teamwork is recognized as a critical factor in enhancing procurement efficiency and effectiveness. Organizational values are seen to positively impact purchasing activities and governance, with consistent perceptions of trustworthiness and responsibility.
Hierarchical Levels: Opinions on the impact of hierarchical levels on procurement performance are mixed. While some respondents agree that reducing hierarchical levels could improve performance, there is significant variability in views on its effectiveness.
The study concludes that while there is a generally positive perception of procurement practices and ethical enforcement, there are areas with varying experiences that may benefit from targeted improvements. Addressing these variabilities can enhance overall procurement performance and align with ethical standards more effectively.
Influence Of Mentorship On Career Advancement Of Small-Scale Businesses Operators In Calabar Municipality
Authors: Awoli Ewuru Agnes , Barong Abang Maureen , Ntami Eleng Seyifunmi
Published: September 2024

This study determined the influence of mentorship on career advancement of small scale businesses in Calabar Municipality. The study adopted descriptive survey design using 982 small scale business operators with a sample size of 98 selected using simple random sampling techniques. Questionnaire was used for data collection and was structured on a four point rating scale of Very High Influence (VHI), High Influence (HI), Moderate Influence (MI) and Low Influence (LI). The instrument which was validated by 3 experts from the Department of Business Education yielded a reliability coefficient of .75 with test retest and PPMC statistics.  Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation for answering research questions and simple linear regression for testing the null hypotheses at .05 levels of significance. Findings of the study revealed that technical skills development, leadership development and networking as mentorship variables highly influence career advancement of small scale businesses. In addition, findings indicated that there is significant influence of technical skills development, leadership development and networking on career advancement of small scale businesses in Calabar Municipality. It was recommended among others that Small and Medium-Scale Entreprise Development Agency of Nigeira  in collaboration with business experts should provide training and support for business owners that will aid the development of leadership skills for enhanced business relationship.
Physicochemical, Bacteriological And Hydrogeochemical Assessment Of Ground Water Within Uyo And Itu Areas Of Akwa Ibom State, Southeastern Nigeria
Authors: I Morphy Morod , I Nkeruewem Ikpang , A Ojong Romeo , Amah Godwin
Published: September 2024

Ten (10) groundwater samples collected from boreholes in Itu and Uyo localities of Akwa Ibom State were evaluated for physicochemical, bacteriological and hydrogeochemical assessment using standard analytical techniques. Results showed average pH of 4.49, temperature of 29.14 oC, EC of 45.30 μs/cm; TDS of 21.60 mg/l, Hardness of 4.30 mg/l, K of 2.49 mg/l. Mg was found to be 0.74 mg/l, Ca is 13.14 mg/l, SO4 has values of 3.9 mg/l, HCO3 concentration was also found to be 1.35 mg/l, Cl  observed to be  4.07 mg/l. furthermore, NO3 concentration was also observed to be 17.71 mg/l, Mn2+ had 0.049 mg/l concentration, BOD5 is 5.82 mg/l, P2O5 was found to be 12.00 mg/l, Cr is 0.025 mg/l, NH3 is 0.142 mg/l, Zn is 0.138 mg/l, Cy is 0.006 mg/l, Fe is 0.159 mg/l, Pb is 0.002 mg/l, Ni is 0.19 mg/l, Cu2+ is 0.034 mg/l, Turbidity is 0.40 mg/l, Salinity is 0.002 ppt, and Alkalinity is 2.40 mg/l.. Comparing these values with WHO (2011a) standards, it was discovered that some parameters, including Ni, Cr, Fe, Mn and NO3-, had concentrations that were above the permissible limits in some locations while a few other locations showed concentrations which were within the permissible limits. Bacteriological investigations of faecal coliform count (FCC), total coliform count (TCC) and total heterotrophic count (THC) revealed an excessive presence of coliform.  Hydrogeochemical assessment revealed no evidence of saline intrusion and the groundwater is of terrestrial origin. Based on different ionic concentrations, the Piper trilinear diagram revealed two fundamental types of water; the calcium sulphate and calcium bicarbonate waters. The groundwater was classified as acceptable for agricultural purposes based on the magnesium ratio and sodium adsorption ratio, which also indicate that the groundwater is excellent, soft and suitable.
Influence Of Professional Development On Teachers' Job Or Work Performance In Public Primary Schools In Nakuru County Kenya
Authors: Kamba Malebe Christine , Ochieng Pamela , Nyabisi Emily
Published: September 2024

The effectiveness of school systems and learners' academic performance in Kenya relies heavily on head teachers' instructional leadership practices and teachers' work performance, raising the need for suitable instructional leadership practices to achieve the desired quality of education outlined in Vision 2030 and the fourth Sustainable Development Goal. However, recent reports highlight concerns about teachers' work performance, especially regarding their classroom pedagogical knowledge, skills, and practices. The purpose of the study was to assess the influence of provision of professional development opportunities by the head teachers on teachers’ work performance in public primary schools in Nakuru County, Kenya. The research hypothesis was “Provision of professional development opportunities by the head teachers has no statistically significant influence on teachers’ work performance in public primary schools in Nakuru County, Kenya”. Hallinger and Murphy's (1985) Model of Instructional Leadership and Campbell et al.'s (1993) Theory of Job Performance informed the study. The study employed a mixed methods approach with the convergent parallel design, collecting both quantitative and qualitative data from 466 respondents in 68 primary schools. The sudy population was divided ino 3 strata, namely pupils, teachers, head teachers, and Quality Assurance and Standards Officers (QASOs). The sample included 60 pupils, 329 teachers, 68 head teachers, and 9 QASOs. The study samples for head teachers, and Quality Assurance and Standards Officers (QASOs) were selected using purposive sampling technique, while that of pupils was selected using simple random sampling technique. Data were gathered through questionnaires, interviews, focus group discussions, and document analysis. Statistical analyses in SPSS version 25 included descriptive statistics, percentages, Spearman rank correlation, and regression analysis. The results show that the provision of professional development by head teachers had no significant influence on teachers' work performance in public primary schools in Nakuru County.The study concluded that teachers’ work performance was critical for the overall school outcomes. The study recommends that head teachers should implement internal professional development programs, considering key procedures like identifying teachers' training needs for instructional improvement, encouraging in-service training, providing guidance on performance gaps, organizing peer coaching, and promoting further studies for career advancement.
Nigerian Government and Resurgence of Biafra Agitation: A Systemic Analysis
Authors: Madubuegwu Chibuike , Ogbuagu Uchenna , Nwoye Chidubem
Published: September 2024

The Nigeria state is currently embroiled in crisis of insurrectional campaigns by separatist movements. The resurgent agitation for Biafra state five decades after Nigerian civil war has remained loud, fervent and torrential. From this indication, this study examined issues and events underlying recent campaign of regional resentment in systemic perspective of Nigerian government dispositions. The methodology of the study is qualitative design which relied on documentary and observational sources of data collection as scholarly submissions and observed events were textually analyzed to embellish conceptual, theoretical and empirical imperatives in re-secession drive for eastern Nigeria. It is the argument of this discourse that systemic failures of Nigerian government amid other factors informed the resurgent agitation for Biafra state. In a suggestive sense, this study explored more plausible and engaging options for national integration-a clarion call for Nigerian governmentto stem the tides of agitation for self-determination in eastern Nigeria.
SEMIOLOGY ANALYSIS OF “CRUELLA” COSTUMES
Authors: AVCIOĞLU KALEBEK Nazan , BAŞARAN Nurhan
Published: September 2024

People use various communication tools while exporting their feelings and thoughts. Among these tools, telephone, television, internet and social media applications are mostly preferred. This virtual world made on visuality brings a lot of meanings and information to the society. Rapidly advancing technology has affected every aspect of life, especially playing an active role in the progress of cinema. Although sound, light and actors are the elements that determine the cinema, the costumes determine the image. The costumes of the actors, which are prepared in accordance with their characters, form a whole with the scenario. Costumes with different indicators and accessories that complete the costumes have different meanings. While they have characteristics specific to the individual, they also contain messages that concern the society. In this study, the messages, semiotic and cultural codes that are intended to be conveyed through the costumes of Cruella, the main character of the movie 'Cruella', were analysed. While making these analyses, Barthes' signification scheme was used. The description and visuals of the five costumes and accessories she wore in different scenes of the movie were prepared in the form of a table. Literature review about cinema and costume was used. The costumes examined were researched, explained and evaluated and interpreted within the scope of the subject. Keywords: Cruella, Costume, Semiology, Design, Cinema
An In-Depth Analysis of The Synergy/ Confluence Between the Concept of Mathematics with Sound and Modern Technology
Authors: Grover Kaynaat
Published: September 2024

Mathematics and sound have an extremely close relation with each other. This is seen when Pythagoras discovered his theorem and used it extensively as a musician. All acoustics and modern forms of music and sound take the help of mathematical concepts in executing the best sound effects. Mathematics is an essential part of all sound systems whether they are in the form of instruments or auditoriums.
La relación entre el Aprendizaje Organizacional y los resultados en el desempeño financiero de la Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE sede Latacunga
Authors: Casco Núñez Diego Fernando , Mendoza Velastegui Franklin Eduardo , Cadena Chávez Oscar Marcelo
Published: September 2024

Esta investigación tiene el objetivo de analizar la relación entre el aprendizaje organizacional y el desempeño financiero en la Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE sede Latacunga. Se empleó una metodología cuantitativa que combinó elementos descriptivos, como el análisis de los indicadores financieros y los estadísticos inferenciales para el procesamiento de la encuesta. La muestra de estudio contó con 88 colaboradores pertenecientes a la institución. Los resultados obtenidos del análisis de los indicadores financieros identificaron una rentabilidad aceptable con un ROA de 0,07 centavos de dólar y un ROE de 0,11 centavos de dólar, por otra parte, el desempeño financiero está fuertemente relacionado con cada uno de los factores clave del aprendizaje organizacional como son: ACE con coeficiente de 0.633, ACI con coeficiente de 0.715, DDC con coeficiente de 0.718, ITC con coeficiente de 0.727 y MO con coeficiente de 0.772. En conclusión, la institución exhibe una gestión sólida.
Implementation of Social Reintegration of Children as Inmates After Undergoing Guidance at a Special Guidance Institution for Children Class I in Tangerang
Authors: Widodo Guntarto
Published: September 2024

The presence of Law Number 22 of 2022 concerning Corrections is expected to strengthen the concept of social reintegration and also the concept of restorative justice. This concept has actually been alive and in line with the concept of social reintegration which is the goal of the Correctional System. The author uses descriptive analytical methods, namely research that describes and analyzes problems related to the concept or system of prisoner guidance. The results of this study indicate that the rehabilitation process is not only limited to the form of supervision, but the perpetrators' children are also provided with various skills, in addition to the fulfillment of education to take the package chase exam which is given the opportunity to the perpetrators' children. Specifically for the issue of reintegration for child perpetrators, LPKA Class 1 Tangerang City does not only carry out the return or handover of child perpetrators who have completed their detention to their families, but also provides a follow-up monitoring process whether the child perpetrators can adapt to the environment and be accepted openly by the surrounding community, this is in accordance with Law Number 22 of 2022 concerning Corrections. The social reintegration process regulated in the Corrections Law emphasizes the creation of justice, balance, restoration of relationships, legal protection, and guarantees for the human rights of prisoners, children, convicts, foster children, victims, and the community.
Osmanlı İmparatorluğu nda Hayvanat-ı Ehliye Vergisi (1903-1907) ve Bu Vergiye Gösterilen Tepkiler
Authors: erbulut özgür , evci tevfik
Published: September 2024

İslam coğrafyasında vergilendirme insanların inanç sistemlerine dayandırılmıştır. Bu vergilendirme usulü Müslüman olan Türklerde de uygulanmıştır ki bunu Osmanlı Devleti'nde de görmekteyiz. Bunun yanında olağanüstü şartlarda çeşitli adlarla alınan vergiler de olmuştur. Bu vergilerden birisi de II. Abdülhamid’in son dönemlerinde ekonominin bozulmasıyla birlikte bütçeyi düzeltmek maksadıyla 1903 yılında yürürlüğe konulan “Hayvanat-ı Ehliye” vergisidir. Bu vergi halk tarafından pek iyi karşılanmamış ve çeşitli tepkilere yol açmıştır, çünkü geçimini tarım ve hayvancılıkla sağlayan halka mevcut vergilere ek yeni bir yük getirmiştir. Halk mevcut vergileri ödemekte zorlanırken yeni bir verginin konulması onlar için katlanılması zor bir duruma yol açmıştır. Bu nedenlerle imparatorluğun çeşitli yerlerinde hayvanların sayımını engellemek, onları saklamak, yerleşim yerlerini terk etmek, sayım memurlarına silah çekmek ve verginin kaldırılması için kaza ve vilayet merkezlerinde toplanıp İstanbul’a verginin kaldırılması için telgraf çekmek gibi eylem ve davranışlar sergilemişlerdir. Neticede yürürlüğe konulan hayvanat-ı ehliyeden ne devlet ne de halk memnun olmuştur. Halk ekonomik sıkıntıya düşerken hükümette vergiden gelmesini umduğu bir vâridât elde edememiştir. Bu çalışma Osmanlı İmparatorluğu’nda Hayvanat-ı Ehliye vergisinin uygulanmasına ve yaratmış olduğu etkilere ışık tutacaktır.
The Formation of Favorable Informaton Environment in Libraries
Authors: Aliyeva Aygun
Published: September 2024

The main purpose of the article is to examine the issues related to the formation of a favorable information environment in libraries. Correctly orienting users in the flow of information and creating a comfortable information environment are among the main tasks facing libraries. An effective relationship between the librarian and the user can be established only in a dynamically developing and harmonious information environment. The article determines the role of the library information environment in the effective development of self-education and self-development qualities of individuals under modern socio-cultural conditions. The importance of implementation: The material can be used in lectures and seminars at higher education institutions.
Deportations of Azerbaijanis From West Azerbaıjan and the Concept of Return
Authors: Baxşeliyev Fazil
Published: September 2024

Throughout history, people around the world have encountered a variety of challenges, including tragedies and natural disasters that have affected multiple generations. One of them is the deportation of some individuals. For nearly two centuries, Azerbaijanis were first incorporated in Russia, then exiled as part of the Soviet empire.The worst part is that it is illegal to discuss it until Azerbaijan regains its independence. For the interest of justice, we should emphasize that several study works on those who were oppressed during the Soviet era have recently been published in Russia. However, the realities of Azerbaijani deportation from Armenia are not mentioned in the works of Russian researchers. This indicates that we have not been able to fully communicate such truths to the international community.First, Azerbaijanis were gradually evicted and deported from the land of modern-day Armenia in the years 1905-1906, 1918-1920, 1948-1953, and 1988-1991. At the same time, several of them, particularly the elderly and children, died as a result of the severe conditions of relocation, unexpected temperature change, bodily shocks, and spiritual agony. As a result, Armenian nationalists conducted a systematic and deliberate genocide and expulsion of Azerbaijanis who were densely inhabited in the territories.
İbrahim Yınal ve Siyasî Faaliyetler
Authors: Ergüner Anıl Ergüner , Yıldırım Muhammed İbrahim
Published: September 2024

As a result of the conquests made during the reign of Tuğrul Bey, the first ruler of the Great Seljuk State, the borders of the state expanded considerably. One of the most important figures of the conquest movements in this period was Ibrahim Yınal, Tuğrul Bey's brother from the same mother. After the Seljuks defeated the Ghaznavids in the Battle of Dandanakan in 1040, Ibrahim Yınal entered the command of Tugrul Beg and made great contributions to the conquests made in the western direction. Ibrahim Yınal, who gained great successes with his conquests in Iran, was later appointed as the governor of Azerbaijan and carried out activities in Anatolia, where he also achieved important military successes. After the Anatolian campaign, Tugrul Beg asked Ibrahim Yınal to surrender the conquered places, which caused Ibrahim Yınal to rebel. However, Ibrahim Yınal's rebellion was suppressed by Tugrul Beg who had a strong army. Sultan preferred to forgive his brother despite his rebellion. Ibrahim Yınal, who achieved new successes with his activities after his rebellion, attempted to revolt for the second time after a while. This second rebellion of his was suppressed by force. However, he was not forgiven this time and was executed. Ibrahim Yınal became one of the most important figures in the history of the Great Seljuk State with his victories and rebellion attempts. Therefore, Ibrahim Yınal and his political activities should be analysed in order to enlighten the period of Tugrul Beg. In this study, it is aimed to contribute to the enlightenment of the first period of the Great Seljuk State by analysing Ibrahim Yınal and his political activities in the light of historical sources.
Desain Kurikulum Pemuda Berdasarkan Problem Centered Curriculum Design Dalam Meningkatkan Kesadaran Tentang Bahaya Seks Bebas
Authors: Sinaga Rut Yesika , Tumengkol Really Pelita , Lubis Menti Riani
Published: September 2024

Masa muda adalah masa keemasan, di mana semangat yang membara, kekuatan fisik yang mendukung adalah ciri khas dari seorang pemuda. Namun pada kenyataannya, banyak pemuda yang tidak bisa menahan godaan untuk terus berbuat sesuai keinginan daging, seperti seks bebas. Di sisi lain, orangtua dan pendidik juga menganggap bahwa pendidikan seks adalah sebuah hal yang memalukan, sehingga enggan untuk mengajarkanya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah merancang kurikulum dalam meningkatkan kesadaran pemuda Kristen tentang bahaya seks bebas dan bagaimana seharusnya seksual yang benar menurut Alkitab dengan menggunakan desain kurikulum berpusat pada masalah. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian kualitatif deskriptif dengan pendekatan studi kepustakaan. Hasil penelitian ini adalah terciptanya sebuah kurikulum pemuda dalam rangka meningkatkan kesadaran pemuda tentang bahaya seks dan bagaimana hidup dalam kekudusan seksual dengan menggunakan desain kurikulum berpusat pada masalah (Problem Centered Curriculum Design).
Determination of Biomass Yield, Forage Quality and Mineral Content of Pearl Millet Varieties (Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.) Under Semi-Arid Conditions
Authors: Sayğıdar Niyazi , Yücel Celal , Taş Timuçin
Published: September 2024

With the continuous growth of the world population and Türkiye, researchers are investigating quality forage alternatives to satisfy the expanding demands of livestock. The promotion of pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.) as a summer crop and a potential green forage source during the summer season is significant. This study was conducted to determine the biomass yield and forage quality values of some pearl millet varieties under the second crop conditions in Akcakale/Sanlıurfa. The stalks of plants were harvested in the soft dough stage of the seeds in the panicle. In addition to biomass yield and components, quality traits in dry biomass were also determined this study. Significant statistical differences were found among all examined varieties in the yield components of biomass. Plant height (PH, cm), Number of leaves per main stem (MSL, number), Number of tillers per plant (PTN Number), Biomass yield (BY, kg da-1) and Dry biomass yield (DBY, kg da-1) varied between 198-341 cm, 11.1-15.7 number, 7.45- 12.30 number, 5938-12571 kg da-1 and 1847-3666 kg da-1 respectively. Moreover, significant and positive correlations were identified between DBY and BY, PH, MSL. As a result of the study, while, the White variety showed better performance in components of yield, the Ashana variety performed better in terms of forage quality. Moreover, Yellow and Tifleaf III varieties have CP values above 10%. Based on high biomass yield and moderate forage quality of the pearl millet varieties in the study, Pearly millet could play an important role in closing the forage deficit of ruminant animals, especially in arid and semi-arid ecologies around the world and Türkiye.
Chemotherapy-Induced Cardiotoxicity in Lung Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review of Case Reports
Authors:   Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Hasanuddin, Makassar 90245, Indonesia, Amir Muzakkir
Published: September 2024

Cardiotoxicity is one of the most relevant complications associated with the use of chemotherapeutic agents due to their adverse effects on a patient’s prognosis and quality of life. This review aimed to capture the clinical profile of patients with advanced lung cancer with chemotherapy, as well as to summarize the type, risk factors, incidence, management, and outcomes of chemotherapy-related cardiotoxicity. From systematic searching, we included ten articles. The mean age of all case reports was 60.1 ± 6.9 years, and 90% of cases were male. The majority (60%) of lung cancer reported in this review was non-small cell carcinoma (NSCC).
Influence of Non-Biodegradable Polyethylene Terephthalate on Fresh and Hardened Properties of High-Strength Concrete
Authors: Pololy Pradeep Kumar  , Prof. V. Giridhar
Published: September 2024

The influence of non-biodegradable Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) on the mechanical characteristics and workability of the produced specimens was examined in this research work. However, in cement mixtures with a consistent cement content and water to cement ratio, river sand was substituted for four different PET weight fractions of 10, 20, 30, and 40%. Increasing the amount of PET replacement improves the combinations' workability. However, as PET inclusion increases, the dry density, compressive and flexural strengths decreased, with the exception of the mix that contained 10% PET, which increased the compressive and flexural strengths. It was concluded that the combination containing 30% PET is regarded as a lightweight mortar and appropriate for structural uses based on the dry density and compressive strength data.
CLINICAL USE OF A FIBER OPTIC SCANNER
Authors:   Kuban State Medical University, Gaivoronskaya T.V. , Arutyunov A.V. ,   Kuban State Medical University, Ayupova F.S. ,   Kuban State Medical University, Volobuev V.V. ,   Kuban State Medical University, Vasiliev Yu.A. ,   Kuban State Medical University, Plotnikova E.Yu. ,   Kuban State Medical University, Murashkina T.I. ,   Penza State University, Badeeva E.A. ,   Penza State University
Published: September 2024

The use of a safe fiber-optic scanner in diagnostic systems of maxillofacial pathologies for the formation of a plastic model of the relief of the patient's palate and dentition is justified.
IDENTIFICATION OF LACTOBACILLUS MULIERIS IN FEMALE VAGINAL MI-CROBIOTA
Authors:   Russian Chemical-Technological University. D. I. Mendeleeva, Vershinina E.A , Maryashkina T.V. ,   Nanodiagnostics LLC, Kazakov A.A ,   National Research Center "Kurchatov Institute", Demkin V.V. ,   National Research Center "Kurchatov Institute"
Published: September 2024

For the first time, the prevalence of a new species of lactobacilli L. mulieris was assessed in the vaginal microbiota of women using an innovative multiplex PCR test system for the detec-tion and differential identification of two species of lactobacilli - L. jensenii and L. mulieris.
COMPLEX FUNCTIONS OF HEAT SHOCK PROTEINS AND NITRIC OXIDE TO OXIDATIVE STRESS RESPONSE IN ESCHERICHIA COLI
Authors:   N.M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics RAS, Vasilieva S.V. , Sanina N.A. ,   Federal Research Center of problems of Chemical Physics and Medicinal Chemistry RAS Russia
Published: September 2024

This paper provides new data of current research of how Escherichia coli protect themselves against the heat shock (HSP) as well as the oxidative stress with NO and H2S as the primary sources of this stress in aerobic conditions. In molecular genetic bacterial models – the SOS DNA repair response and the SoxRS regulon - summary response to HSP and to gasotransmit-ters NO and H2S were tested. The levels by sfiA gene ( the SOS response) and soxS gene ( the SoxRS pathway) expression increased by several fold ( up to 3.7-5 ) in the complex cell treatment, as compared with the mono cell treatment with these agents. PABA- as an antioxi-dant -inhibited the levels of the genes expression in all the variants. Our data received are ab-solutely new.
INDICATORS OF NITROSATIVE STRESS IN PATIENTS WITH VARICOSE VEINS
Authors:   Ryazan State Medical University, Korotkova N.V. , Kalinin R.E. ,   Ryazan State Medical University, Suchkov I.A. ,   Ryazan State Medical University, Mzhavanadze N.D. ,   Ryazan State Medical University
Published: September 2024

The article presents the results of a study of the level of inducible and endothelial NO syn-thase, nitric oxide metabolites, the concentration of nitrothyrosine and bityrosine in the blood serum of patients with varicose veins of the lower extremities compared with healthy donors
Features of innovative marketing at the present stage
Authors: Сархадова Д.О. , Нажмутдинова С.А.
Published: September 2024

В статье рассмотрены понятие и задачи инновационного маркетинга; основные принципы и приемы его использования, особенности применения инновационных инструментов; факторы, влияющие на внедрение инноваций. Проанализированы основные стратегии инновационного маркетинга, включая разработку новых продуктов, услуг и технологий, а также их успешное внедрение на рынок. Проблематика выведения связана с риском непринятия незнакомой продукции конечным потребителем. Минимизация выделенных проблем достигается путем четкого выделения потребностей конечного потребителя, достижения сопоставимости показателей издержек и результатов производства, опережения конкурентов по срокам вывода товара, а также выделения бюджета на продвижение инновационного продукта.

This article discusses: the concept and tasks of innovative marketing; basic principles and techniques of its use, features of the use of innovative tools; factors influencing the implementation of innovations. This article examines the main strategies for innovative marketing, including the development of new products, services and technologies, as well as their successful introduction to the market. The problem of introduction is associated with the risk of non-acceptance of unfamiliar products by the end consumer. Minimization of the identified problems is achieved by clearly identifying the needs of the end consumer, achieving comparability of cost indicators and production results, outpacing competitors in terms of product launches, as well as allocating a budget for the promotion of an innovative product.