bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Moderating Role of Innovation on Organizational Culture and Employee Motivation
Authors: Igbaji Patrick Montok , Eja Bassey Eba , Njobili Enya Matthew , Etim Alice Uloh
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the study was to examine the influence of innovation in moderating organizational culture and employee motivation. The specific objectives were to: determine the relationship between organizational norms and employee commitment, examine the relationship between organizational vision and employee retention, investigate the relationship between organizational values and employee morale, assess how innovation moderate the influence of organizational culture and employee motivation. Survey research design was employed in the study. Primary data was collected through the use of structured questionnaire instrument. The study employed Pearson Product Moment Correlation analysis to test the hypotheses formulated. Based on the analysis of the results, the major findings were summarized as follows: there was a significant relationship between organizational norms and employee work commitment, there was a significant relationship between organizational vision and employee retention, and there was a significant relationship between organizational values and employee morale. In line with the findings of this study, the study recommended thus; organizations should implement policies that will make employees conduct themselves in an organized way by conforming to regularities of perception and behavior. Organizational values are so important, ant it’s clear that organizational values must be closely linked to overall organizational success. To achieve its objectives, an organization must establish its values.
Mediating Factorial Model of Corporate Image in the Face of COVID-19
Authors: Sanchez Arturo Sanchez , Lirios Cruz Garcia
Published: August 2023

Corporate governance is considered a system of management, production and transfer of knowledge in the face of predictable risk events. In the case of the pandemic, public policies were exposed in the media and socio-digital networks as incompetent, ineffective and incapable of containing or mitigating COVID-19. Consequently, the corporate image was distorted according to the demands of public opinion. The objective of this work was to reveal the expectation of a Higher Education Institution in the face of the health crisis. An exploratory, cross-sectional and psychometric study was carried out with a selection of 100 students from a public university in central Mexico. The results show that the coupling between administrators, teachers and students determined the corporate image of the university. In relation to the literature reviewed, lines of study concerning the mediating factors of coupling are discussed.
Social Media Addiction Among Adolescents: A Brief Overview About Recent Findings
Authors: Zahran Samah Khaled
Published: August 2023

This is a brief overview article about social media addiction; what is it? What is the difference between its addiction and common addiction ones? What is the difference between internet sites and social media ones, the reasons and symptoms of addiction, then final conclusion for teenagers?
Conflict, Disorder, Failed Repair — Interpretation of Death of a Salesman Through Trauma Theory
Authors: Zhu Yun
Published: August 2023

Death of a Salesman is the representative work of American playwright Arthur Miller. The author used superb writing skills to showcase the protagonist’s almost crazy inner world. In recent years, research on this drama has mostly focused on perspectives such as tragedy, loss of value, and the disillusionment of the American Dream, with few people conducting research and analysis from the perspective of trauma theory. This article will be based on trauma theory to explore the true cause of Willie Lohmann’s death from conflict, disorder, and failed repair which are the three general laws in the development of trauma.
Critically Discuss the Policy and Research Evidence Which Examines the Role of Men in Early Childhood Education and Care
Authors: Lian Jiaxuan
Published: August 2023

Attracting more men to balance the predominantly female workforce is one of the key issues facing the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector. This research critically discusses the main debates regarding the issue of gendered ECEC sector, including the core concepts of childhood, masculinity and ECEC, followed by the debates about the influences of more male practitioners on both children and ECEC workforce. Although there exist some arguments against the hypothesis about men’s benefits on children and ECEC workforce, the need to get men involved in the lives of young children is reflected by government policies across different countries, such as recruitment and retention initiatives for male preschool teachers. However, most of these strategies to remove the barriers male teachers encountered, and to incorporate men and fathers, received negative results. Therefore, by building upon the need to enhance the holistic quality of ECEC workforce, new perspectives, especially from children’s perceptions, on how to change the gender imbalance in ECEC are recommended, including both the top-down policy and bottom-up strategy.
How Subtitles in Videos Affect Chinese University Students’ Incidental Vocabulary Learning?
Authors: Zai Fengyu
Published: August 2023

Video subtitles have become an increasingly popular foreign language learning tool, but their effectiveness in facilitating incidental vocabulary acquisition among Chinese university students has not been extensively studied. In order to investigate the effect of video subtitles on incidental vocabulary acquisition, a quantitative research was conducted with 90 Chinese university students. The research used an experimental research design in which participants were randomly divided into three groups: a no subtitle group, a Chinese subtitles group and an English subtitles group. Each group watched the same videos and completed pre-test and post-test vocabulary assessments to measure their incidental vocabulary acquisition. The results showed that both subtitled groups significantly increased vocabulary compared to the group without subtitles. In addition, the English subtitle group had the most significant effect, suggesting that English subtitles may be the most effective type for incidental vocabulary learning among Chinese university students. These findings have important implications for foreign language education in China, as they suggest that including video subtitles, especially English subtitles, can effectively enhance incidental vocabulary learning. Furthermore, the research’s use of an experimental research design strengthens the evidence supporting the effectiveness of video subtitling in language learning. Future research could further investigate the factors that influence the effectiveness of different types of subtitles on vocabulary learning, e.g., dual subtitles and keyword subtitles. In addition, exploring the effects of video with subtitles on other language skills (e.g., listening and pronunciation) is also worth considering.
ICT-Aided Education and Professional Development of Foreign Language Teachers
Authors: Zhou Li
Published: August 2023

The trendy integration of educational information communication technology (ICT) with foreign language teaching and learning in China, which breeds a new ecology of foreign language education at different levels, and also calls for new professional development approaches for foreign language teachers. This paper will clarify the new connotation of foreign language teachers’ professional ability, analyze the difficulties of foreign language teachers’ professional development, and propose the optimal approaches of foreign language teachers’ professional development from the aspects of cultivating teachers’ information literacy, developing teachers’ ability to acquire learning resources, improving teachers’ scientific research ability, and building a good relationship between teachers and students. It aims to build a team of high-quality professional and innovative teachers and quicken the pace of educational modernization.
Perspectives of Future Russo-Georgian War: Real Possibility or Speculation
Authors: Tabeshadze Nino
Published: August 2023

The war which outbroke in Ukraine recently made the loud headlines in newspapers and media. Europe observed unimaginable act of violence in the form of war and the myth about the end of war culture has collapsed. EU became actively involved in creation of initiatives aimed at restoring peace, hosting refugees and punishing the wrongdoers. At the same time, other future potential victim states like Moldova and Georgia started to search for protection. In Jun 2022 all three states, Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova applied for the fast track to European Union which became the symbol of liberal, free world where the states could be protected from Russian soft power influence. However, after the EU decision only two of three candidates were granted the fast track: Ukraine and Moldova. Georgia was given recommendations for further considerations. The article aims to explore what are the possible chances for more future tensions between Russia and Georgia who just had a war a decade ago in 2008. How probable is the aggression from Russian federation after the denial of fast track? Serious concern rises as we remember the statement of Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs that required withdrawal of Bucharest Summit decision on Ukraine and Georgia as future members of NATO. This 2021 December statement was followed by war in Ukraine. Does this mean we should also expect military actions in Georgia?
Demographic and Socio-Economic Development — Evidence from G7 Countries
Authors: Lal B. Suresh
Published: August 2023

Background: The Group of Seven Nations (G7) include Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Of these nations, all seven are top-ranked countries for the highest net wealth per capita, leading export countries, and five are on the list of top 10 countries with the largest gold reserves. Represent over 46% of the gross domestic product globally. These countries represent over 32% of the GDP and advanced in technologies. Purpose: This paper aims to discover the development scenario among G7 countries from 2000 to 2020. The paper’s second intent is to compare developmental indicators among those groups of seven countries. Finally intent is to find out how these countries are leading economic development and advancing in supplying goods and services. Findings: This paper examined the socio-economic and demographical growth and development that have occurred in these two decades, from 2000 to 2020, among G7 countries. The authors explained the various development indicators of seven (G7) countries: demographical variables’ population, number of habitats, and fertility rate. The paper analysed socio-economic development variables like life expectancy, employment-population ratio and employment-population ratio among women, youth unemployment rate, gross domestic product (GDP), GDP growth rate, GDP per capita, imports and exports of goods and services, inflation rate. The author has applied the pooled group data (PGD) for individual countries’ two decadal growth and development presents.
A Contrastive Study of English and Chinese Metaphoric Cognition of Visceral Organs — A Case Study of “Heart”
Authors: Zhu Xiyan
Published: August 2023

Metaphor is not only a linguistic phenomenon but also a way through which the humans see the world. Metaphor can be seen everywhere in our daily life, serving as a bridge that leads people to the understanding of complex things. “Heart” is one of the most important visceral organs in the human body, with diverse metaphorical implication. This essay will take “heart” as an example for the contrastive study of Chinese and English metaphorical cognition of human visceral organs as heart is the most influential visceral organ and it is the most complex for cognition. The study will pay an emphasis on the aspects shared by the two languages and also the differences between them, in order to improve people’s understanding of human body metaphor.
A Critical Review on Electric Vehicle Batteries — Based on Life Cycle Assessment Method
Authors: Liang Junlong , Wah Leung Anna Oi
Published: August 2023

Currently, the production of electric vehicles and the lithium batteries that powers them is increasing significantly. Thus, this dissertation combines the literature review approach and the life cycle assessment (LCA) method to investigate the environmental or social impact of lithium batteries for electric vehicles from cradle to grave. According to the literature review, the environmental impacts of lithium batteries include carbon dioxide and harmful electrolyte emissions, water pollution, air pollution, solid waste emissions, gaseous pollutants, volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxides, heavy metals, organic pollutants, particulate matter and CO2 emissions. Therefore, lithium batteries for electric vehicles pose a great environmental concern. In addition, the confusion surrounding the definition of lithium batteries in LCA can pose a significant concern. The in-depth analysis reveals that there is a lack of uniform data on EV lithium batteries, a low recycling rate of lithium batteries, and a lack of waste stream management. There is no uniformity in the technology and development of lithium batteries among countries such as China, Canada, and the USA. As a result, the secondary data may only represent this region. Besides, the literature consulted covers a long period of time. There is little possibility that the negative environmental impact of earlier technology like the burning of lithium batteries in incinerators can now be improved. Moreover, lithium batteries are still in the development stage. Therefore, there is still room for potential development in the future.
The Indeterminacy in International Law and Its Causes
Authors: Qian Chengjin
Published: August 2023

This paper discusses an issue that is often avoided in the field of international law studies, namely, the indeterminacy of international law. The so-called indeterminacy of international law, i.e., international law often fails to give a clear answer to specific questions, the paper firstly describes the specific manifestations of this indeterminacy, and then explores the reasons for its emergence from both internal and external levels. The paper argues that the non-jurisprudential and non-binding nature of international law, as well as its profound influence by international politics, determines its indeterminacy. In addition, the ambiguity of the language of international law itself exacerbates the tendency of indeterminacy in international law.
Vrednosni sistem komunitarnog prava
Authors: Crnjanski Vladimir
Published: August 2023

U radu se analiziraju vrednosne odlike komunitarnog prava Evropske unije (dalje u tekstu: EU). Komunitarno pravo posmatra se u svetlu aktuelnih okolnosti, pre svega kroz prizmu pravnih pravila i ponašanja koja čine njegov opšti okvir. Naravno, predmetna analiza ne oslikava potpuni supstrat komunitarnog prava, već u opštim crtama iznosi određene vrednosne odrednice determinisane obimom ovog rada. Kroz prikaz ključnih obeležja komunitarnog prava, ukazuje se na njegovu vrednosnu poziciju u odnosu na prelomne i odlučujuće izazove današnjice. Aksiološki metod predstavlja dominantni metodološki pristup u obradi naslovljene teme. Osnovni cilj ovog rada nije opredeljenje za ili protiv evropskih integracija, već upitanost šta tvori današnji vrednosni sistem komunitarnog prava.
Intervención educativa temprana en la dificultad de aprendizaje: Una propuesta para la integración escolar
Authors: Tapia Herrera Margoth Narcisa , Salazar Mayo Emma Eugenia , Paucar Ñacata Sandra Matilde , Rivadeneira Torres Sayda Eliza
Published: August 2023

La educación es un proceso constante e inacabado, impregnado de una sutileza humana que emerge la identidad der ser en cada escolar, por ello, los educadores, han de crear diversas estrategias y métodos de enseñanza para abordar la naturaleza del niño y niña, caracterizada en la plenitud de sus competencias y virtudes. De esta manera, se asigna una representación del imaginario como noción creativa, donde las limitaciones, son solo abstracciones o constructos sociales; modificables desde la disposición de aprendizaje, pues, dicha capacidad es propia de todo sujeto. En este sentido, se plantea como propósito, comprender cómo la intervención educativa temprana en la dificultad de aprendizaje, condiciona los medios pedagógicos para la integración escolar en los ambientes de educación general básica de Ecuador.
Farm Fragmentation: Mapping the Status and Trends of Agricultural Lands in Colorado
Authors:   , Friedman Gabrielle
Published: August 2023

Statistical spatial analysis was used in this research to assess the factors contributing to the downsizing of farms as well as overall farm size choice in Colorado. The areas of research focus will be the spatial effects and the economic landscape. This work will challenge the common belief that large, corporate farms are swallowing up small farms in a consolidation effort. Further, the analysis will quantify and visualize the status of agricultural lands in Colorado. The research will help to inform the theoretical understanding of agricultural decision processes within the context of economic and spatial factors.
Çiftlere yönelik psikoterapi yaklaşımlarının bireysel psikopatolojiler ve kronik hastalıklarda kullanımı
Authors: Alpay Ünal , Yılmaz Adviye Esin
Published: August 2023

Çift ilişkisi, bireyin yaşam doyumu ve öznel iyi oluşu üzerinde önemli bir rol oynamaktadır. İlişkideki güçlükler ve sorunlar, fiziksel ve psikolojik sağlığı olumsuz yönde etkileyebilmektedir. Aynı zamanda, kişinin sahip olduğu bireysel psikopatolojiler de ilişki ve eş üzerinde olumsuz etkilere yol açabilmektedir. Son yıllarda bu etkileşimsel döngü nedeniyle bireysel psikopatolojilerin tedavisinde de çift ilişkisini ele alan yaklaşımların kullanılmaya başlandığı görülmektedir. Aynı zamanda çift müdahaleleri kanser, infertilite gibi çeşitli kronik hastalıkların tedavi sürecinde de kullanılmaktadır. Bu çalışmada çift müdahalelerinde kullanılan yaklaşım ve uygulamaların neler olduğunun gözden geçirilmesi ve güncel durumlarına ilişkin bilgi sağlanması amaçlanmıştır. Çalışmanın bir diğer amacı ise çift müdahalelerinin kullanım alanlarını, bireysel ve kronik sağlık sorunlarında sürece nasıl dahil edildiğini ve ne tür kazanımlar sağladığını incelemektir. Elde edilen sonuçların, çift ve bireysel terapi alanında çalışan klinisyenler açısından fikir verici olması beklenmektedir.
Genç Yetişkinlerde Bağlanma Stillerinin Karanlık Dörtlü, Benlik Saygısı Ve Çocukluk Çağı Travmaları Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi / Investigation of The Relationship Between Attachment Styles In Young Adults and The Dark Four, Self -Respect And Childhood Trauma
Authors: Set Zeynep , Çelik Cansel
Published: August 2023

Bu çalışma; bağlanma stilleri, karanlık dörtlü, benlik saygısı ve çocukluk çağı travmaları arasındaki ilişkileri teorik bağlamda incelemektedir. Bağlanma stilleri, karanlık dörtlü, benlik saygısı ve çocukluk çağı travmaları anahtar kelimeler Yök tezde, Pubmed ve Google akademikte yazılarak literatüre ulaşılmıştır. Bağlanma; bebek ve bakım veren arasında kurulan duygusal bağ olarak tanımlanmaktadır. Bu bağ, bireyin sosyal ve duygusal gelişiminde önemli bir role sahiptir. Bağlanma stilleri ve kişilik arasındaki ilişki pek çok araştırmada incelenmiştir. Karanlık dörtlü olarak adlandırılan makyavelizm, narsisizm, psikopati ve sadizm gibi kişilik özelliklerinin güvensiz bağlanma sonucu ortaya çıkabileceği düşünülmektedir. Benlik saygısı da kişinin kendini değerlendirmesi açısından önemli bir faktördür ve hem olumsuz deneyimler hem de çocuğun bağlanma tarzı ile ilişkilendirilmiştir. 18 yaşından küçük çocukların yaşadığı olumsuz deneyimler çocukluk çağı travmaları olarak adlandırılmaktadır ve benlik saygısı üzerinde etkili olabilmektedir. Bu nedenle, bu konular üzerindeki araştırmalar psikolojik danışmanlık ve tedavi süreçleri için önemli bir kaynak olabilir.
Educational Comics in Conveying Earthquake Topics / Deprem Konularını Aktaran Eğitici Çizgi Romanlar
Authors: Topkaya Yavuz , Bozkurt Ahu , Balcı Erhan , Vuran Hasan Muhittin , Yalçın Furkan , Yel Ünal
Published: August 2023

It can be said that natural disasters, which are expressed as the greatest threat to the history of civilization and cause the most damage to human beings among other natural disasters, are earthquakes. It is a fact that as a result of earthquakes, large masses of people were adversely affected materially and morally by this situation. Therefore, effective earthquake education should be given to individuals of all age groups from the first step of education. In this research, it was investigated what kind of perspective the secondary school 7th grade secondary school students have on earthquake education, which will be given through educational comics. The research was carried out on 21 7th grade secondary school students studying in a public secondary school in the city center of Samsun in the fall semester of the 2022-2023 academic year. The research was carried out by considering the case study technique, which is one of the qualitative methods. The 7th grade middle school students who participated in the research were asked to answer the questions posed through the interview forum, and the answers to the questions were analyzed by subjecting them to content analysis. Using the data obtained in the research, the following conclusions were reached: The most positive aspect of educational comics is their visuality, and the negative aspect is that the font size is small. In addition, it has been concluded that educational comics increase the motivation in the transfer of the subjects, the humor element makes learning fun and allows the concepts to be learned more clearly.
Resimli Çocuk Kitaplarında Afet Kavramının İncelenmesi / Examining the Concept of Disasters in Illustrated Children's Books
Authors: Kayıran Derya
Published: August 2023

Bu araştırma, nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden doküman inceleme yöntemi temelinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma kapsamında, afetleri konu alan çocuk kitaplarının hangi afet türlerini işlediklerini belirlemek hedeflenmiştir. Henüz yaşamının ilk yıllarında afetlere dair bilgileri edinmiş çocuklar, yaşamlarının ileriki yıllarında afetlerin önlenmesi ve afetlere karşı tedbirlerin alınması konusunda daha duyarlı olabilmekte ve bu sayede toplumsal bilincin oluşturulmasına yönelik tutumlara daha meyilli olabilmektedirler. Bu açıdan bakıldığında çocuğun tüm gelişimsel alanlarını göz önünde bulundurarak hazırlanmış edebi türlerin, afetlere dair bilgilerin öğretilmesinde önemli bir yere sahip olduğu düşünülmektedir. İlgili literatürde afetleri konu alan çalışmalara bakıldığında, araştırmaların ya bir programı afetler açısından incelediği, ya da belirlenmiş ders kitaplarını afet bilinci açısından incelediği görülmektedir. Yapılan literatür taramaları süresince bu araştırmadaki gibi çocuklar için hazırlanmış kitapların hangi afetleri ele aldığını incelediğini araştıran bir çalışmaya rastlanamamıştır. Halbuki afetleri konu alan çocuk kitaplarının hangi afetler üzerine yoğunlaştığını bilmek, çocuklara hangi afetler hakkında bilgi kazandırılmaya çalışıldığının görülmesine, eğer bu hususta bir eksiklik olduğu düşünülürse bunun giderilmesine yönelik çalışmaların yapılmasına olanak verir. Bu amaçlar doğrultusunda afetler ile ilgili hazırlanmış çocuk kitapları çalışmanın alt problemlerine göre analiz edilmiştir. Elde edilen verilerin gösterilmesinde frekans analizi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmadan elde edilen bulgulara göre, afetleri konu edinen çocuk kitaplarında çocuklara; deprem, sel, fırtına, yangın, yanardağ patlaması, kuraklık ve tsunami afetleriyle ilgili bilgiler kazandırılmaya çalışıldığı bulgusuna erişilirken, en yüksek frekansta bilinç kazandırılmaya çalışılan afetlerin sırayla deprem (14), fırtına (7), sel (5), yangın (5), yanardağ patlaması (3), kuraklık (1) ve tsunami (1) olduğu görülmüştür. Bu araştırmanın, ilerde çocuklara yönelik hazırlanacak çocuk kitaplarında afet konusunun en etkili işlenmesinde yol gösterici olacağına inanılmaktadır.
Hanseníase – O controle da doença e desafios atuais
Authors: Carvalho Marzliak Mary Lise
Published: August 2023

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Tabagismo e sua correlação com a COVID-19
Authors: Moraes Marco Antonio de , Shirassu Mírian Matsura , Paula Regiane Cardoso de , D’Agostini Tatiana Lang , Andreis Mônica , Fernandes Frederico Leon Arrabal
Published: August 2023

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Hipertensão Arterial no Estado de São Paulo e Recomendações Frente à COVID-19
Authors: Shirassu Mírian Matsura , Moraes Marco Antonio de , Machado Carlos Alberto , D’Agostini Tatiana Lang , Paula Regiane Cardoso de
Published: August 2023

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Resposta virológica sustentada às drogas de ação direta de segunda geração para hepatite C
Authors: Compri Adriana Parise , Silva Vanessa Cristina Martins , Lemos Marcilio Figueiredo , Oba Isabel Takano , Moreira Regina Célia
Published: August 2023

Introdução: Recentemente, o manejo de pacientes infectados cronicamente pelo vírus da Hepatite C tem progredido, incluindo os antivirais de ação direta (DAAs) de segunda geração, que têm potencial de clarear a infecção em muitos pacientes, especialmente naqueles infectados pelo genótipo 1. Objetivo: Avaliar a resposta virológica sustentada (RVS) ao tratamento para Hepatite C com as drogas de ação direta (DAA) de segunda geração, disponibilizados pelo Ministério da Saúde em pacientes acompanhados por um serviço de saúde da cidade de São Paulo. Métodos: Estudo retrospectivo observacional, baseado em dados secundários obtidos dos sistemas GAL e MEDEX. Foram analisadas 615 amostras de conveniência de pacientes que realizaram tratamento com os DAA de segunda geração no período de junho de 2016 a abril de 2018. Os dados demográficos e clínicos também foram analisados. Resultados: RVS foi observada em 600 pacientes (97,6%). Além disso, 98,4% e 94,7% dos pacientes genótipo 1 e 3, respectivamente, responderam ao tratamento (P = 0.02). Dentre os pacientes que não responderam ao tratamento, 93,3% eram do sexo masculino, virgens de tratamento, e foram tratados por 12 semanas, exceto 1 paciente genótipo 1 e coinfectado com HIV que tratou por 24 semanas. Conclusão: A alta taxa de RVS foi observada para tratamento da Hepatite C com os DAA de segunda geração. A RVS foi significativamente reduzida em pacientes do sexo masculino e infectados pelo genótipo 3, apesar de ainda ser superior a 90%. A coinfecção com o HIV não demonstrou associação com a redução das taxas de RVS (p=0,98).
Raiva em animais silvestres
Authors: Secretaria de Estado da Saúde. São Paulo Instituto Pasteur. Coordenadoria de Controle de Doenças.
Published: August 2023

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ICPcovid Brasil: Quais as medidas preventivas de saúde pública mais adotadas no início da pandemia?
Authors: Faria de Moura Villela Edlaine , Sayuri Sato Ana Paula , Verónica Mendoza López Rossana , Alves Waldman Eliseu
Published: August 2023

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STARTER NITROGEN FERTILIZATION IN DIFFERENT SOYBEAN CULTIVARS
Authors: Araújo Mateus Barbosa , Moreira Silvino Guimarães , Gaudencio Josias Reis Flausino , Martins Inara Alves , Pereira Viviane Pinheiro , Macedo Júlia Rodrigues
Published: August 2023

Although several studies have demonstrated that biological nitrogen fixation can provide the nitrogen required by soybean, doubts regarding the need for nutrient application at sowing, specifically "starter N," in early soybean cultivars persist, particularly in high-yielding crop fields. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the effect of starter nitrogen fertilization on soybean cultivars with different maturity cycles. The experiment was conducted at Fazenda Recanto, in Carmo do Rio Claro, Minas Gerais state, during two crop seasons (2016/2017 and 2017/2018), using a randomized complete block design with split-plot arrangement and four replications. In the 2016/17 cropping season, the plots were comprised of three soybean cultivars (M6410 IPRO, NS7300 IPRO, and TEC7849 IPRO). In the 2017/18 cropping season, the plots consisted of four cultivars (M5917 IPRO, M6410 IPRO, AS3680 IPRO, and NS7670 RR). The subplots were assigned four nitrogen doses at sowing (0, 10, 20, 40 kg ha-1). Grain yield, number of nodules per plant, mass of dry nodules per plant, number of grains and pods per plant, plant height and insertion of the first legume were evaluated. Experimental data were subjected to analysis of variance, and means were compared using the Scott-Knott test at 5% probability. The nitrogen rates at sowing did not influence soybean yields and agronomic characters of cultivars evaluated in the cropping 2016/17 and 2017/18. Increasing doses of nitrogen inhibited soybean nodulation.
Ein grundrechtsdogmatisches Vexierspiel: Die Entscheidung des Bundesverfassungsgerichts zum Masernschutzgesetz und die Grundrechte von Kita-Kindern und ihren Eltern
Authors: Lehner Roman
Published: August 2023

Der Beschluss des Bundesverfassungsgerichts zur sog. ‚Masernimpfpflicht‘ beleuchtet die spezifischen Grundrechtsverhältnisse von Kita-Kindern, Eltern und – infolge der Schutzrichtung der Regelungen des Masernschutzgesetzes – vulnerablen Dritten. Die Bewältigung der komplexen Grundrechtslage gelingt hierbei nur in Teilen überzeugend. Eine besondere Rolle spielt das bildungsbezogene Persönlichkeitsrecht der von einem möglichen Kita-Ausschluss betroffenen Kinder. Der Beschluss hat allerdings einen dogmatischen Verlierer: Das Elternrecht.
Deutsche Flüchtlinge aus Ostpreußen in Dänemark 1945–1949
Authors: Herzig Elisa Mariélle
Published: August 2023

After the expulsion of East Prussian refugees to Denmark in 1945, the country had to adjust to taking in thousands of refugees within a very short time. Elisa Herzig sheds light on the fate of these people and paints a comprehensive picture of their challenges, everyday life, nutrition and schooling in the Danish camps. The author also looks at how the East Prussian refugees experienced their stay and treatment in a foreign country. Through extensive source work and the inclusion of eyewitness accounts and diaries, she succeeds in providing an in-depth analysis of this past refugee crisis, the conclusions of which are also highly relevant for the 21st century.
Das EU-Investitionsschutzrecht im Wandel
Authors: Leeb Matthias
Published: August 2023

Analysing European investment protection law, Matthias Leeb focuses on the resulting legal protection deficits for investors and provides concrete recommendations for dealing with them. In particular, he examines recent decisions of the ECJ on intra-EU investment protection agreements - Achmea, Komstroy, PL-Holdings and European Food SA, among others - and takes a critical look at them and their effects. Furthermore, the author addresses the EU's intended reform of investment protection in relation to third countries, taking into account current developments in the context of the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT).
Jüdische Gemeinden im Umbruch
Authors: Eulitz Melanie
Published: August 2023

Due to German unification and the immigration of Jews from the Soviet Union, the Jewish communities in Germany have been in a situation of upheaval and reorganization since 1990. The book presents the tense developments that took place on the religious, social, and organizational levels. Through numerous interviews and observations in Jewish communities in two cities, each in East and West Germany, processes such as pluralization due to different views of Judaism can be traced. With the help of sociological analysis, connections between migration, religion and power become clear.
The Efficacy of Dexmedetomidine alone or with Melatonin on Delirium after Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Javaherforooshzadeh Fatemeh , Babazadeh Dezfoli Abbas , Saki Malehi Amal , Gholizadeh Behnam
Published: August 2023

Background: One of the most common cognitive disorders after major surgery is delirium which can increase morbidity and mortality. This study compared the effect of dexmedetomidine with or without melatonin to reduce delirium following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Methods: This trial was a double-blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial. Eighty patients in two different groups with the administration of dexmedetomidine alone or with melatonin undergoing CABG surgery in Golestan Hospital, Ahvaz, 2022 - 2023, were randomly allocated. This study evaluated the occurrence, onset, and length of delirium, haloperidol, the time required for weaning, and the duration of stays in the intensive care unit (ICU) and hospital. Results: The occurrence of delirium was lower in the melatonin/dexmedetomidine group (15%) than in the dexmedetomidine group (30 %) (P = 0.09). Additionally, the melatonin/dexmedetomidine group had a significantly lower duration of delirium than the dexmedetomidine group (1.95 (0, 20) and 8.46 (0, 40) P = 0.04). However, no significant difference was observed in the onset of delirium between the two groups (P = 0.25). The length of hospital stays in the melatonin/dexmedetomidine group was significantly shorter than in the dexmedetomidine group (7.53 (7, 10) and 8.60 (7, 15), P = 0.03). However, the two groups demonstrated no significant difference between extubation (P = 0.38) and length of ICU stay (P = 0.19). Conclusions: The administration of melatonin and dexmedetomidine reduced the incidence of post-cardiac surgery delirium, shortened its duration, and decreased the impact of many risk factors observed in those not receiving the added melatonin.
A Rare Case of Ménière's Disease in Children: A Case Report
Authors: Behzad Hadi , Kafashan Setareh , Eslamie Zahraii Ali , RezvaniAmin Mahmoud
Published: August 2023

Introduction: Ménière's Disease (MD) is rarely found in children, as only about 0.4 - 7% of all MD cases occur in children and around 97% in adults. Thus, a few studies have been conducted on children. Also, the disease progress in children is not well known. Case Presentation: We report a 14-year-old child referred to the Echo Hearing/Balance Clinic in Mashhad, Iran, with hearing loss and vertigo complaints. Audiological studies showed hearing loss at high frequencies, and history taking, balance, and electrophysiological tests confirmed MD. Conclusions: Paying attention to signs and symptoms of hearing and balance disorders in children who refer to clinics and medical centers is very important. Accurate history taking and using a set of hearing and balance tests by an audiologist can often lead to a better diagnosis of MD.
Endurance Test on the Rowing Machine
Authors: Leuchter Tomáš , Novotný Viktor , Novotný Jan , Zahradníček Petr , Polách Michal , Punčochář Michal , Kellner Petr
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the study was to select or create a test that will be a suitable alternative to the Cooper 12-minute test for a large number of adults who are not able to undergo the running test.

A literature review of aerobic capacity indicators and endurance fitness tests on the C2 rowing machine was prepared. The result of extensive research is the design for a simple test with a set duration, when the tested person should try to cover the greatest possible distance (i.e. maximum effort).

To verify this, a pilot study was conducted using the new test and collected initial reference values to assess the physical fitness of individuals.  

A total of 323 students of the University of Defence (270 males, 53 females), aged 20.9±1.82, took the test. The endurance fitness indicators are the distance covered (s, m) and the average power (P, W). Statistical tests (t-test, correlation analysis, non-linear regression analysis, the Kolmogorov–Smirnov difference test, the Spearman correlation) were used to analyse differences and relationships between variables.

The results of the pilot study demonstrate the applicability of the created test under required conditions. Significant differences between males and females confirm the necessity of evaluating test results separately for each gender. Low correlations between fitness indicators to body weight and height do not support the need to use relative fitness indicators (per kg of body weight). 

The results of the study provided initial reference values for individual assessment of aerobic fitness.
ANALISA LUMPUR PEMBORAN TERHADAP SWELLING CLAY PADA SUMUR “X” LAPANGAN “AFFIKAH”
Authors: Diba Affikah Fara , Mukmin M Nur , Afifah Rohima Sera
Published: August 2023

In drilling operations, mud planning is one of the most important factors in supporting the success of drilling operations in oil wells. Planning for the use of drilling mud is used for maximum results in cutting and maintaining drilling wells. This study aims to determine the cause of swelling and what problems will be caused if swelling control is carried out less than optimally. In this study, we analyze the mud that will be used in drilling operations, so that it can prevent or minimize swelling of clay in the shale system by adjusting the polyamine content to be used. After doing the research, it was found that at the "X" well there was no swelling in each route because each route was dominated by alkaline mud which had a pH above 7 then the total polyamine used for the mud system in the "X" well was as much as 3654,903 gal with a concentration of 1.5%
Pengaruh Suhu Kalsinasi Dalam Pembentukan Katalis Padat CaO Dari Cangkang Keong Mas (Pomacea canaliculata L)
Authors: Mukminin Amirul , Fajar Muhammad , Sarungu' Selvia , Andrianti Irma
Published: August 2023

CaO sebagai katalis heterogen telah berhasil dibuat dari cangkang keong mas (Pomacea canaliculata L) dengan metode kalsinasi suhu tinggi. Kalsinasi masing-masing dilakukan pada suhu 600°C, 700°C, dan 900°C selama 4 jam. Hasil difraksi sinar-X menunjukan Puncak karakteristik kalsium oksida (CaO) pada sudut 2θ = 32,16°; 37,15°; 64,16° dan 67,5°, yang dikonfirmasi sesuai dengan standard CaO (JCPDS No. 82-1690). Berdasarkan data TGA kalsinasi cangkang keong mas pada suhu 900°C selama 4 jam diketahui mampu mengkonfersi cangkang keong mas menjadi katalis CaO sebanyak 46,37% berat. Pada suhu kalsiniasi 600°C dan 700°C selama 4 jam, menghasilkan CaCO3 kalsit 11,1% berat, dan  CaCO3 vetiret 2,79% berat. Hasil SEM menunjukkan bahwa ukuran partikel serbuk padatan terkecil dimiliki oleh katalis CaO yaitu 13-1,2 µm dengan sebaran yang homogen. CaCO3 kalsit pada 600oC dan 700oC masing-masing memiliki ukuran antara 2,2 mm - 2,5 µm dan 1,6 mm - 1,25 µm dengan sebaran yang heterogen.
PENGOLAHAN DATA SEISMIK 2D MARINE MENGGUNAKAN ProMAX DI AREA TENGGARA PULAU SIMEULUE
Authors: Jamaluddin Jamaluddin , Sea Johanes Gedo , Fitriani Fitriani , Maria Maria
Published: August 2023

Multiple in marine seismic data is the noise formed due to the high impedance contrast at the boundary between layer. Multiple interferes the data processing that will also affect the interpretation of subsurface image. The use of seismic reflection in ocean has become an activity that is often performed with a variety of purposes, to map the subsurface. The basic objective of seismic data processing is to convert the recorded information from the field into data that can be interpreted. One goal of seismic data processing is to eliminate or reduce the noise of reverberation and multiples as well as enhance the signal to noise ratio. The data are a 2D marine reflection seismic data with SEG-Y format that will be processed with using ProMAX software. SEG-Y data are combined with field geometry data in processing of header load, then is carried out noise reduction (trace editing and filtering), and seismic signal amplification (deconvolution and TAR).
The Role of the Government's Internal Control System and Human Resource Competence on the Quality of Financial Reports With Leadership Commitment as Moderation
Authors: Lubis Destri Maulina , Khoiru Rusydi Mohamad , Prastiwi Arum
Published: August 2023

Quality financial reports can provide information about an organisation's performance, financial position and changes in a reliable, relevant way that can be understood and compared. This study aims to empirically examine the effect of the government's internal control system and human resource competence on the quality of financial reports with leadership commitment as a moderating variable. This research recruited 680 financial managers at the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing as respondents. Research data were analysed using the SEM-PLS method by using the SmartPLS version 3.2 application as a data processing tool. The findings show that the government's internal control system and human resource capacity significantly affect the quality of financial reporting. A strong and structured internal control system provides a solid foundation for producing reliable and relevant financial reporting by applicable standards. In addition, high human resource capabilities in accounting and internal control can help improve the quality of financial reporting. This research implies providing a deeper understanding of the factors influencing the quality of financial reports within the government context, urging the government to enhance investments in the development of human resource competencies, particularly in terms of a more profound comprehension of accounting and financial reporting. Furthermore, this study could have a significant impact in enhancing the quality of financial reporting within the governmental environment and potentially in other organizations as well.
The Level of Social Engagement in the Success of the Elderly Posyandu Program in Indonesia
Authors: Hidayati Nurul , Sudarmo Sudarmo , Dwi Wahyunengseh Rutiana
Published: August 2023

The elderly population is an inevitable stage of life that everyone will experience. In Indonesia, the health issues faced by the elderly require the attention and readiness of society, experts, and the government. This research aims to analyze the level of social engagement in the success of the elderly Posyandu program in Indonesia. Qualitative and library research methods are employed. The narrative method is used to analyze the literature, with secondary data collected from databases such as Scientific Direct and Scholar. Results: Initially, 2700 research studies and articles were identified from the databases. After screening for publication year, duplicate titles, and abstracts, 10 research studies were selected. The criteria for the articles or journals focused on social engagement, elderly, and healthcare services. The findings of the research highlight three main points: (1) supporting factors in implementing the elderly Posyandu program, such as community outreach and ensuring adequate facilities, (2) involvement of various services including preventive, curative, rehabilitative, and promotive programs, and (3) the importance of social engagement, which involves active participation of the elderly and receiving emotional and social support from family and the community. Social engagement programs for elderly Posyandu in major cities have shown positive outcomes. Active involvement of the elderly, support from family and the community, improved accessibility, information and education, and emotional support are key factors contributing to the program's success. Based on these successful outcomes, this study recommends the participation of Posyandu in social engagement program activities in other major cities.
Effect Of Spiritual Assistance On The Level Of Anxiety In Parents With Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactvity Disorder (ADHD)
Authors: Yati Indri
Published: August 2023

Children with ADHD are a condition of children with various developmental problems such as impaired motor, sensory, language and psychomotor development, this condition can affect a variety of lives. The purpose of this study was to find out how the anxiety level of parents with children with ADHD before and after being given spiritual assistance.  This research is a study with a pre-experimental design because there are no control variables and the sample is not chosen randomly. The design used is the one-group pretest-posttest design, so that it can be compared before and after treatment. This research was conducted in the working area of ​​the Colomadu Health Center on March 20-31, 2023. The total population in this study were 24 respondents, and the number of samples was also 24 respondents. Analysis it is found that the p value = 0.000 and the mean is 4.761. this means that the mean value is positive and indicates that there is a decrease in anxiety before and after the treatment of providing spiritual assistance to parents with children with ADHD. This study shows that there is an influence between giving spiritual assistance interventions in the form of prayer guidance and tawakkal on the anxiety level of parents with children with ADHD. This shows that the anxiety of parents with children with ADHD can be overcome by surrendering and drawing closer to God Almighty to pray for the healing of their children. and this means that the readiness of parents can also affect the child's recovery.
Performance Motivation of Taekwondo Athletes: Coach-Athlete Relationship
Authors: Setiawan Nugroho Arief , Kinanti Rizky , Nanda Fitri Agung
Published: August 2023

Without motivation, an athlete will not feel motivated to perform optimally and will be desperate if he fails. The research was conducted to present a motivational relationship between coaches and athletes that describes how coaches can influence athlete motivation. The study was conducted on 62 taekwondo athletes. The instruments to collect data were a motivation scale with 27 items (α = 0.912) and the (CART-Q) Coach-Athlete Relationship Questionnaire with 22 items (α = 0,948). The data analyzed was assisted by the SPSS for Windows version 25. The results obtained from the calculation of the product-moment correlation were the r-value was 0.471, and the r2 value was 0.222, with p lower than 0.001. Thus, there was a relationship between coach-athlete relationship and performance motivation. The psychological processes in which constructive behavior positively influences intrinsic and extrinsic motivations were self-determined by athletes.
La red social TikTok como proyección emocional de los adolescentes
Authors: Cárdenas Mata Saraí , Veytia Bucheli María Guadalupe
Published: August 2023

El TikTok como red social de la aplicación móvil ha tenido un gran auge con el confinamiento, pero esta aplicación es algo más que sólo compartir videos cortos pues se trata del espejo de la vida de los usuarios, pone en acción a las personas de distintas edades, las tendencias son de challenges de baile, actuaciones, tutoriales, parodias entre otras. El objetivo de esta investigación es comprender las emociones que reflejaron los videos TikTok vistos por los adolescentes de tercero de secundaria de una escuela pública del Estado de Hidalgo durante el confinamiento por la pandemia de COVID-19. La metodología utilizada fue cualitativa, de tipo descriptivo-interpretativo, se analizaron los aspectos técnicos y expresivos con la finalidad de detectar las emociones proyectadas. Dentro de los principales resultados se destaca el uso de la aplicación del TikTok como medio para la expresión de las emociones de los adolescentes durante la pandemia, se destacan la risa, la alegría y la tristeza, así como los valores de convivencia, amor y curiosidad. Se concluye que las aplicaciones tecnológicas entre los adolescentes permiten diversificar los medios para expresarlas y compartirlas con familiares y amigos.