bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The epic and lyric power of the horse in texts from the Serbian language curriculum
Authors: Kunarac Tanja
Published: March 2024

The paper discusses the role of the horse as a character in popular literature. It aims to demonstrate the often overlooked significance of the horse in works of popular epic and lyric poetry, stories and traditions. Special attention is devoted to Šarac, the horse of Marko Kraljević. Šarac cries, shows anger, drinks wine and has premonitions of Marko's death. Analysis of the works in which Šarac and other horses appear demonstrates their significance to the hero as a symbol and essential component of the hero's image, but also draws attention to other qualities and roles - the horse as power, comfort, source of sadness, loyalty, desire, trophy, apple of discord, beauty, pride, obstacle, helper, source of danger, promise, etc.
Representation of elementary games in classroom teaching and extended stay
Authors: Čomić Sanja
Published: March 2024

In the paper we will present a review of research on the application of elementary games in the first cycle of primary education. The research was carried out thanks to the help from teachers at the primary school "Vlada Aksentijevic" in Belgrade, in the February 2019/2020 school year. The application examined the application and knowledge of the physical education curriculum, the application of games of dexterity, precision and orientation in space, the use of props, students' interest in presented games also as the theoretical familiarity with above mentioned games. From the obtained results, it can be concluded that teachers, as well as students, were glad to apply games of dexterity, precision and orientation in space. Such results are a consequence of thorough understanding of physical education programs, as well as providing motivation to students for the application of games, but also students' need itself to play and socialize.
Model of work with practical examples of choir teaching at younger school age
Authors: Ilić Miona
Published: March 2024

Starting from the facts that show that choral singing provides multiple benefits in terms of general development of children, as well as that it is necessary to build a musically stimulating environment within primary school, the purpose of this paper is to present a model of working with choir made of the younger grades. Besides that, this paper provides concrete practical examples of choral teaching that will contribute to the better realization of the necessary elements of each choral work, such as audition, selection of compositions for work, methodical procedure of learning a new song, proper breathing, vocal warm-up and public performance. Each of these segments are very complex and demanding. We would like to emphasize that the model of working with the choir of the younger grades of primary school and its practical application, which we present, is the result of the content analysis provided by the previously consulted literature. The model provides concrete suggestions in working with pupils in choir classes. We believe that this work will be especially important for teachers who work, not only with the choir made of younger grades, but also with the class choir in order to discover new ways of artistic work. This model is just one of many possible aspects of the realization of choral teaching that relies on the recommendations discussed in the professional literature. We can expect the successful realization of the selected program only with a systematic and creative approach in choral work.
Testing the traction characteristics of the vehicle under real load conditions using a chassis dynamometer
Authors: Mihaljčić Bojan , Mihaljčić Goran , Aleksić Branko , Nedić Dragana
Published: March 2024

In the Technical Laboratory Center for Testing Motor Vehicles of the Faculty of Traffic in Doboj, the traction characteristics of the "Pezzo" passenger car were tested, i.e. the performance on the chassis dynamometer. After analyzing the measurement results and calculating the physical quantities, the actual values of the maximum engine power [kW] and maximum torque [Nm] in real driving conditions on the road were obtained. The comparison method was used to analyze the deviation of the obtained values in relation to the technical characteristics provided by the manufacturer. Therefore, the main goal of the research is to determine how much the technical characteristics of the vehicle given by the manufacturer in the technical documentation deviate from the actual data obtained by measuring the performance in stationary conditions on the chassis dynamometer, taking into account the exploitation of the vehicle.
The effect of fake news on trust in the media and guidelines for reducing its negative effects
Authors: Bubanja Iva
Published: March 2024

The audience is exposed to numerous contents from various sources, thanks to new media and the online sphere. This pluralism does not guarantee the quality of information, and the public and the media are facing numerous fake and inaccurate news and misinformation. Because of its prevalence, misleading information created and distributed with or without manipulative or malicious intent has called into question the work of the media and the process of informing the public. Available statistics show that in Serbia in 2022, the veracity of reporting in print media alone was violated 2,101 times, three times more than the previous year. The paper highlights the consequences of this kind of information to the public, such as the creation of alternative information sources and the formation of closed online communities. In these communities, individuals can be misinformed, which affects the way reality is perceived. The paper provides guidelines for reducing the impact of fake news and tries to recommend mechanisms and tactics for reducing their negative impact.
The numbers and territory distribution of the Tawny owl Strix aluco within the natural monument "Šuma Košutnjak" (Košutnjak Forest)
Authors: Karić Zoran
Published: March 2024

In February 2015, there was a re-search on the number and distribution of the Tawny owl within Protected Natural Monument "Šuma Košutnjak" (Košutnjak Forest). The aim was to deter-mine the nesting population of Tawny owls, as well as the distribution of occupied territories in Košutnjak, which is surrounded by the urban part of Belgrade and under pressure from intensive car traffic. The method was calling and listening. In five evenings, the entire protected area was explored. Using this method, 7 territories of Tawny owls have been determined in the researched area.
The new records of European pond turtle Emys orbicularis
Authors: Divac Marko , Jović Danko , Stojanović Verica
Published: March 2024

Despite the fact that the pond turtle has been the subject of various researches for the last few decades, we still do not have a complete picture of these reptiles distribution in Serbia. Precisely because of the lack of data, at the national level, the pond turtle has the status DD (Data Deficient). Based on literature data, it can be concluded that the pond turtle inhabits most of Serbia and that it prefers aquatic ecosystems and lower altitudes. In this paper, a new locality for the pond turtle in the Central Serbia has been presented.
El derecho a la dignidad y el procedimiento eutanásico
Authors: Gendrau Acho Elmer , Benavides Román Alexander Masías , Menacho Rivera Alejandro Sabino , Ludeña González Gerardo Francisco , Cueva Quezada Nilton Isaías
Published: March 2024

En el presente artículo tuvo el objetivo de analizar el derecho a la dignidad y el procedimiento eutanásico como parte de la naturaleza jurídica de la dignidad humana, la metodología empleada fue de revisión bibliográfica narrativa bajo el enfoque cualitativo. Se empleó el método híbrido de análisis documental, teniendo como base el marco normativo del derecho comparado y otros documentos como artículos y tesis doctorales, que estaban en las bases de datos especializados de Scopus, Scielo, Dialnet. Se presenta al procedimiento de la Eutanasia como una institución externa y ajena al citado derecho fundamental. Asimismo se describirá como el Estado a través del servicio público se constituye en garante del derecho a la dignidad en los pacientes con enfermedades terminales. Los resultados muestran una postura contraria a la eutanasia, basada en el respeto a la vida y la dignidad humana. Se destaca la importancia de considerar a los pacientes terminales como seres humanos valiosos y no como una carga social. Concluyendo que el derecho a la dignidad se basa en el respeto a la persona como un fin en sí misma, y que la eutanasia contradice este principio al considerar al ser humano como una carga social.
Effects of initial turbidity and myco-coagulant dose on the effectiveness of the coagulation process in water treatment
Authors: Nedjai Radhia , Al-Mamun Abdullah , Alam Md Zahangir
Published: March 2024

High turbidity is a pollutant that requires coagulants to be removed from treated water and wastewater. This study was conducted to characterize and analyze the potential of myco-coagulant-producing fungus isolated from the moist area of a kitchen. Myco-coagulant production was carried out using solid-state fermentation using coco peat as a substrate. One factor-at-a-time analysis (OFAT) was carried out to assess the capacity of the produced myco-coagulant in various initial turbidities and myco-coagulant doses. The potential of myco-coagulant was tested using turbid synthetic water with different turbidity levels (50, 100, 150, 200, 250 and 300 NTU). The results showed that turbidity removal by the myco-coagulant was influenced by the initial turbidity. The coagulant was less efficient at low turbidity levels, which was approximately 5% for 50 NTU, while the highest was 52% for 300 NTU water. Furthermore, the results demonstrated that myco-coagulant could remove the highest possible turbidities on day 6 with all initial turbidity values studied in this work. Different myco-coagulant doses ranging from 1 to 10% (v/v) were also used to determine the optimum dose for effective flocculation. The highest turbidity removal of 57% could be obtained at an optimum coagulant dose of 4% (v/v). Like any other commercial coagulant, the residual turbidity value increased at a coagulant dose higher than the optimum dose of 4% (v/v).
Planning Paramount Tasks from Culturally Rich Literature
Authors: Taylor Cynthia E. , Jackson Christa , Buchheister Kelley
Published: March 2024

A third grade teacher uses the What component in the What-How-Who structure to create a mathematical task from a culturally rich book.
Branch Play
Authors: McLennan Deanna Pecaski
Published: March 2024

This article describes how fortuitous mathematical moments should be noticed, encouraged, embraced, and capitalized upon.
Emotional Dependency And Coping Strategies In Dating Relationships In Peruvian University Students
Authors: Tezén Angélica Lourdes Niño , Alva José Melanio Ramírez , Merino Carlos Eduardo Juárez , Ruiz Shirley Lisbet Peña , Flores Francisco Alexandro Ramos , Villar Miguel Ángel Saldarriaga
Published: March 2024

In the specialized literature, the relationship of emotional dependence with dating violence in general has been studied, but few studies have been concerned with relating it to coping strategies, especially in university students, in this sense the research aimed to determine to what extent coping strategies predict emotional dependence in dating relationships.  It is a basic study with a non-experimental design of causal correlational scope, the sample was 286 university students of both sexes, the Emotional Dependency Inventory  and the BriefCope 28 Coping Scale were applied, according to the results an R of 0.580 was obtained, the R-squared is 0.337  and the adjusted R-squared is 0.334,  This is interpreted as a low positive causal correlation between the variables, in addition to significant differences of 0.02 < 0.05 between men and women, being the first to obtain higher scores in emotional dependence. It is concluded that the strategies used by young people to face various situations, specifically in the field of love, do not necessarily predict emotional dependence on their partner, so it is noteworthy that further research investigates the causal relationship between emotional dependence and self-esteem, self-concept or social skills.
AI- and Employee-Based Customer Services in Restaurants: Customer Engagement Leading to Loyalty During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Meeprom Supawat , Suttikun Chompoonut
Published: March 2024

This study aims to examine the extent to which customers’ perceptions of AI and employee services evaluations, influence their engagement with restaurant service delivery, which in turn drives customer loyalty during the COVID-19 pandemic. Data were gathered from 527 respondents via an onsite survey from restaurants providing both AI and human staff services. A partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) technique was used to formulate hypotheses and develop the model. The results of this study contrast with previous research which states that customers tend to appreciate AI services rather than human staff. The AI-based service performance value and trust in the AI-based service and system had a strong effect on customer engagement, whereas employee-based service support significantly explained substantial variance in customer engagement. Interestingly, customer engagement with AI-based services had a negative impact on loyalty. While customer engagement with employee-based services had a positive impact, this impact was not significant with regard to loyalty. One possible explanation for this result is that restaurant businesses preferred to use AI-based services that replaced human-based services in order to provide contactless options during the COVID-19 outbreak. Additionally, restaurant image positively moderates the link between service evaluation and customer engagement with AI service and negatively moderates the effects of service evaluation on customer engagement with employee services.
Information Security Risk Measurement Using Information Security Index (KAMI) at Information Technology And Database Center (PTIPD)
Authors: Fuadi Rifqi Syamsul , Tjahjadi Djajasukma , Astuti Rini , Setiawan Dhanny
Published: March 2024

UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung, as a rapidly growing higher education institution, faces great challenges in ensuring information security. This research aims to improve information security at UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung by applying the Information Security Index (KAMI). This method is used to analyze information security risks with the aim of identifying potential threats, vulnerabilities, and possible impacts. The results of the analysis revealed that there are security measures already in place, but also highlighted areas that require further attention. By achieving a final score of 415, signifying category II (Basic Framework Fulfillment), this research made a significant contribution to the understanding of information security in higher education. Through the application of WE, this research not only provides a comprehensive overview of the status of information security at UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung, but also opens up opportunities to identify and address potential threats more effectively. Thus, the results of this study have important implications in improving information security and protection in higher education institutions, and can be a valuable guide for similar institutions in their efforts to mitigate information security risks.
Limit Theorems for a Supercritical Branching Process with Immigration at Zero in a Random Environment
Authors: Yinxuan Z. , Doudou Li. , Mei Z.
Published: March 2024

Let Z be a supercritical branching process with immigration at zero in a random environment, where the immigration is allowed entering a generation iff the previous generation is empty. The limit theorems for the naturally normalized population size Wn shall be investigated, under both the annealed law and quenched law. In addition, in the linear fractional case, the harmonic moments of W and the convergence rate of the transition probabilities p(n) l;j of Z are studied.
Hac Yolculuklarının Afrika’da Meydana Getirdiği İlmî Etkiler
Authors: YAVUZ Hasan
Published: March 2024

Bu çalışma Afrika`da Müslüman hacıların hac yolculukları esnasında diğer memleketlerle olan iletişimini ve bu iletişim sonucunda Afrika özelinde yaşanan ilmî gelişmeleri ele almıştır. İslâm dininin önemli ibadetlerinden biri olan hac, dünyanın farklı bölgelerinde yaşayan Müslümanların, kutsal beldeleri ziyaret arzusuyla İslâm tarihi boyunca devamlılığını korumuştur. Özellikle Afrikalı Müslümanların bu husustaki gayretleri Afrika'da hac yollarının geniş bir alana yayılmasını sağlamıştır. Ulaşım vasıtalarının günümüzdeki kadar gelişmediği dönmelerde hac yolculukları uzun zamanlar almıştır. Hacılar, yolculukları süresince birçok farklı bölgeden geçerek Hicaz'a varmakta ve geri dönmekteydiler. Hacı adayları bu yolculukları esasında uğradıkları merkezlerdeki ilim halkalarına da katılmaktaydılar. Hicaz ile Mısır'da Afrikalı hacıların uğrayacağı birçok eğitim kurumu yer almaktaydı. Afrika'nın farklı bölgelerinden gelen hacılar özellikle Kahire'ye gelmekte ve buradaki ilmî ve kültürel faaliyetlere katılmaktaydılar. Bu kurumların en önemlilerinden birisi de Kahire'de bulunan Ezher Medresesiydi. Ezher'de farklı bölgelerden gelen hacıların kalacağı "revak" denilen yerler bulunmaktaydı. Ayrıca hacılar eğitim faaliyetlerine katıldıkları gibi kitapların farklı bölgelere taşınmasına da yardımcı olmaktaydı.
Kur’an Perspektifinden Medineli Yahudilerin İslâm Davetine Yönelik Yaklaşımlarının Eleştirisi
Authors: SALMAZZEM Mehmet
Published: March 2024

İslâm’a davet, Kur’an’ın nüzûlüyle başlamış, Mekke döneminde bütün engelleme ve baskılara rağmen süreç, kesintiye uğramaksızın devam etmiştir. Hicretle birlikte davet açısından yeni bir dönem başlamıştır. İslâm daveti, Medineli müşrik Araplar arasında hızla olumlu karşılık bulmuştur. Fakat bu davet, Medine’nin kadim sakinlerinden olan Yahudiler arasında aynı seviyede bir teveccühe mazhar olmamıştır. Medineli Yahudiler, davet karşısında yekpare bir yaklaşım sergilememişlerdir. Ön yargılarından ve mahalle baskısından kurtulanlar, beklenen son peygamberin Hz. Muhammed (s.a.s.) olduğuna muknî olup ihtida etmişlerdir. Bazıları ise dünyevî çıkarlarını korumak amacıyla ya da İslâm dinini içten çökertmek hedefiyle Müslüman kisvesine bürünmeyi tercih etmiştir. Bunların yanında Yahudilerin büyük çoğunluğu ise ahir zaman peygamberi ve vahiyle alakalı çeşitli bahaneler üreterek ya da bazı iddiaların arkasına sığınarak İslâm davetini reddetmiştir. Bu minvalde üretilen bahaneler ve ileri sürülen iddialar gerçeklikten kopuk olmanın yanı sıra bazıları çelişkilidir. Kur’an perspektifinden Medineli Yahudilerin İslâm davetine yönelik yaklaşımlarının kritik edilmesinin hedeflendiği bu çalışmada, doküman analizi metoduna başvurulmuştur.
Gençlerde Sosyal Medya Bağımlılığına Yönelik Manevi Danışmanlık Müessesi
Authors: YALVAÇ ARICI Handan
Published: March 2024

Sosyal medya, günümüzde iletişimi kolaylaştıran ve insanların birbirleriyle etkileşimde bulunmasını sağlayan önemli bir araç hâline gelmiştir. Ancak bu teknolojik gelişmelerin beraberinde getirdiği sosyal medya bağımlılığı sorunu da gün geçtikçe artmaktadır. Sosyal medya bağımlılığı, bireylerin sosyal medyayı aşırı derecede kullanmalarını ifade eden bir çeşit internet bağımlılığını ifade etmektedir. Sosyal medya bağımlılığının artması konunun gündeme taşınmasına ve acil önlemler alınmasına ihtiyaç hissettirmektedir. Bu çalışmanın amacı, gençlerin sosyal medya bağımlılığı durumunu ve Manevi Danışmanlık ve Rehberliğin sosyal medya bağımlılığını giderme noktasında sunduğu imkânları ortaya koymaktır. Çalışmanın kapsamı sosyal medya bağımlılığının nedenlerini, sonuçlarını açıklamak ve bu bağımlılıkla mücadelede manevi danışmanlık hizmetinin önemine dikkat çekmektir. Nitel araştırma deseninde yapılmış teorik bir çalışmadır. Veri toplama sürecinde doküman incelemesi tekniği kullanılmış, sosyal medya bağımlılığı ve manevi danışmanlık konularında edinilen makale, kitap ve tez çalışmaları incelenmiş, veriler mevcut literatüre yönelik analiz edilmiştir. Çalışmada sosyal medya bağımlılığı konusu açıklandıktan sonra sosyal medya bağımlılığına çözüm olarak manevi danışmanlık müessesine ilişkin bilgiler sunulmakta ve konuyla ilgili önerilerde bulunulmaktadır.
Influence of plant habitus traits on formation of seed productivity in flax
Authors:   Institute of Oilseeds of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Ukraine, Tovstanovska Tatiana , Lyakh Viktor ,   Institute of Oilseeds of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Ukraine,   Zaporizhzhya National University, Ukraine
Published: March 2024

The studies were carried out at the Institute of Oilseed Crops of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine in 2019/2020. The material of the study was interspecific hybrids of the second generation obtained in the system of dialel crosses with the participation of two wild annual homostylic species L. angustifolium and L. hispanicum with n = 15 and three accessions of cultivated flax: L 5 (Czech Republic), L 6 (India), M 32/2 (Ukraine). Correlation analysis of habitus traits of a flax plant with the number of bolls was carried out. As a result of studies between the height of the plant and the number of stems on the plant, there is no relationship; between the height of the plant with the number of lateral shoots and the number of bolls, weak and medium correlations, and sometimes their absence, were established (r = +0.218…+0.559; r = +0.253…+0.698, respectively). Medium and strong correlations were found between the number of stems on a plant with the number of side shoots and the number of bolls (r = +0.334…+0.892; r = +0.482…+0.818). Exceptionally strong and stable over the years correlations were observed between the number of lateral shoots on the plant and the number of bolls (r = +0.700…+0.922). The main trait of the habitus of a flax plant, which significantly affects the number of bolls on them, is the number of lateral shoots. This trait can be used as a reliable criterion for selecting plants for breeding for high seed productivity.
Influence of poultry manure on the performance of bell pepper (Capsicum annum L)
Authors:   Department of Plant Biology, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, Owoeye Adetutu Oluwapelumi , Opadokun Wasiu Olanrewaju ,   Department of Plant Biology, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, Olorunmaiye Kehinde Stephen ,   Department of Plant Biology, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
Published: March 2024

A pot experiment was conducted at the Botanical garden of University of Ilorin to evaluate the influence of different concentration of poultry manure on the growth and yield of bell pepper (Capsicum annuum). The experiment was a Randomized Block Design with six treatments and three replicates. The treatment details include T1 = Control T2 = 0.5 kg poultry dropping, T3 =1.0 kg poultry dropping, T4 =1.5 kg poultry droppings, T5 = 2.0 kg poultry droppings, T6 = 2.5 kg poultry droppings. Data were collected on Plant height, stem girth, Number of leaves, Leaf area, Number of flowers, chlorophyll contents as well as yield parameters was carried out at the end of the experiment. The result depicts a significant increase in the plant height, numbers of leaves per plant, leaf area, stem girth as well as yield parameter in the plant treated with 2.0 kg poultry manure when compared to the control plants. In conclusion, 2.0 kg poultry manure application should be adopted for soil nutrient amendment in bell pepper cultivation if optimum yield is to be achieved.
Influence of the vegetation-applied herbicide Envoke on some structural elements of productivity and yield of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.)
Authors:   Agricultural Academy, Sofia, Field Crops Institute - Chirpan, Barakova Teodora
Published: March 2024

Weeding during the growing season of cotton suppresses and slows down the growth and development of plants, and can lead to a significant reduction in yield and deterioration of fiber quality. The aim of this research was to study the effect of vegetation applied herbicide Envoke on the yield of cotton and some structural elements of productivity such as percent of boll opening and boll weight, under different agro-meteorological conditions. The research was conducted during the period 2020-2022 in the experimental field of the Field Crops Institute in Chirpan. In a three-factor field experiment, the effect of vegetation applied herbicide Envoke, containing 75% trifloxysulforon-sodium, was tested on two cotton varieties. Factor A included the three years of study. Factor B included the cultivars Chirpan-539 and Helius. Factor C included the herbicide Envoke applied in 3 doses - 10 g.ha-1, 15 g.ha-1 and 20 g.ha-1, once and twice during the 4-5 leaf and budding stages of cotton. It was established that when treated with the herbicide Envoke, the highest yield was obtained with the single treatment in the budding phase at a dose of 20 g.ha-1 for the cultivar Chirpan-539 and at a dose of 15 g.ha-1 for the cultivar Helius. Technologically valuable were found all variants with the herbicide Envoke in the cultivar Chirpan-539 and the variants in doses of 15 g.ha-1 and 20 g.ha-1 in the cultivar Helius. These options combined high yield values and high stability of this indicator in different years. The untreated controls in both cultivars were the only ones that received negative scores. This was due to the high number of weeds and self-sown sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) plants. The vegetation herbicide Envoke, applied in three doses, once and twice during the 4-5 leaf and budding stages of cotton, had little influence on the percentage of boll opening and did not affect the boll weight at the treated variants of the two cotton cultivars - Chirpan-539 and Helius.
Brief overview of microbiological aspects of composting
Authors:   Technical University-Varna, Department of Plant Production, Naskova Pavlina , Malcheva Boyka ,   Technical University-Varna, Department of Plant Production, Plamenov Dragomir ,   Technical University-Varna, Department of Plant Production, Ivanova Albena ,   Technical University-Varna, Department of Plant Production
Published: March 2024

Recycling and disposal of urban waste is one of the goals set by the European Union. The process of composting, which is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly method of processing organic residues, is considered to be one of the ways to achieve these goals. Composting is a biological oxidation process in which organic residues are broken down by a large group of different microorganisms. The present publication presents a brief overview on the composting of organic residues and the participation of individual groups of microorganisms in this process. The decay of materials during composting follows the general biochemical pathways of any other degradation process. In the composting processes and in the finished compost, non-sporeforming bacteria and bacilli, which are most actively involved in the initial stages of degradation of organic substances, occupy a major share in the composition of the general microflora. The share of actinomycetes and micromycetes, which are generally more active in the final stages of organic matter decomposition, is smaller. The amount of actinomycetes increases with increasing temperature in the composting phases. The biogenicity of compost depends on the type of biodegradable agricultural waste used.
Two new species of enid land snail from Sichuan, China (Stylommatophora: Enidae)
Authors: Chen Zhong-Guang , Dai Yu-Ting , Xie Guang-Long , Wang Ping , Jiang Jiao , Ouyang Shan , Wu Xiao-Ping
Published: March 2024

Two new species of enid land snail, Dolichena wenchuanensis n. sp. and Holcauchen multicostatus n. sp., are described from the dry-hot environment of Wenchuan, Sichuan, China based on conchological morphology. Dolichena wenchuanensis n. sp. can be easily distinguished from congeneric species by its smaller shell with fewer whorls, and H. multicostatus n. sp. can be easily distinguished from congeneric species by a ribbed post-nuclear shell. The two new species were found in a biological hotspot of the family Enidae. This discovery further enhances our understanding of the species diversity of Enidae in the dry-hot environment of China.
Investigation via simulation of the influence of defects on the photovoltaic performance of single-junction perovskite solar cells based on MAPbI3 using SCAPS-1D
Authors: Prem Pratap Singh  , Kripa Shanker Singh
Published: March 2024

This communication presents a numerical simulation study conducted on Perovskite Solar Cells (PSCs) featuring MAPbI3 as the light-absorbing layer, utilizing the Solar Cell Capacitance Simulator (SCAPS-1D) software. The present study focuses on a single-junction solar cell architecture comprising TiO2/MAPbI3/Spiro-OMeTAD. SCAPS was employed to simulate how changes in the thickness of the absorber layer and the concentration of charges and defects within the absorber material affect the photovoltaic performance parameters of PSCs. The straightforward architecture of the solar cell has streamlined the investigation and optimization of device parameters. The 1D optimization of the PSC proposed in this study has led to optimized thickness of active layers, as well as the concentration of charges and defects within the MAPbI3 absorber material. The present research work reports an optimum thickness of 450 nm for MAPbI3 absorber material. The optimized concentration of defects has been found to be 1014 cm-1. The defect charge type in the absorber layer has not been found to affect the photovoltaic parameters of the PSC.
The effectiveness of emotional intelligence training on action control and self-criticism of high school students
Authors: Oladian Samira , Yaghobian Roghayeh , Salahshour Maryam
Published: March 2024

Background and Aim: Since adolescence is a period in which intense emotions accompany the physical and psycho-social changes of adolescents and many nervous and cognitive systems that control emotions grow during this period. Therefore, it is necessary to have training based on emotional intelligence. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of emotional intelligence training on action control and self-criticism of high school students. Methods: The current research was applied in terms of purpose and quasi-experimental research design with a pre-test and post-test design with an experimental group and a control group and a two-month follow-up period. The statistical population of the research included all the second-level high school students who were referred to counseling centers in the 7th district of Tehran. For sampling, the available targeted sampling method was used. For this purpose, 20 students were selected as the statistical sample of the research and were equally assigned to two experimental and control groups. An emotional intelligence training program was implemented for the experimental group, while the control group did not receive any intervention. The data collection tool was Thompson & Zuroff's self-criticism questionnaire (2004) and Diefendorff's action control questionnaire (2000). Multivariate analysis of variance and SPSS software were used for the statistical analysis of the data. Results: The results of the data analysis showed that emotional intelligence training reduced self-criticism scores (F = 12.83) and increased action control scores (F = 10/04) The experimental group had a significant effect. Also, the results of the LSD follow-up test indicated good stability of these effects. Conclusion: Therefore, emotional intelligence training can lead to decreased self-criticism and increased action control of secondary school students
The effectiveness of spiritual therapy on self-esteem and emotion regulation in women with weight management disorder
Authors: Farzadegan Leila , Niknam Mozgan , Janbozorgi Masoud , Jalili Fatemeh , Kaseb Fatemeh
Published: March 2024

Objective: The current research aimed to examine the effectiveness of spiritual therapy on self-esteem and emotion regulation in women with weight management disorder. Methods and Materials: This study was a quasi-experimental design with pre-test, post-test, and follow-up with a control group. The population of this research included all women attending weight loss clinics in the city of Yazd in the year 2023. The sample consisted of 30 women from these clinics. Sampling was purposive and randomly assigned to either an experimental or control group. Data were collected using the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Scale (1981) and Gratz and Roemer's (2004) Emotion Regulation scale. Cognitive therapy based on John Big's (2015) multidimensional spiritual treatment protocol was conducted in 12 sessions of 90 minutes each, once a week; however, the control group did not receive any intervention. Data analysis was performed using a mixed-design ANOVA with repeated measures in SPSS-26. Findings: The findings indicated that spiritual therapy significantly impacts self-esteem (F=16.95, P<0.001) and emotion regulation (F=16.95, P<0.001) in women with weight disorder. Conclusion: It can be concluded that spiritual therapy is effective in improving self-esteem and emotion regulation in women with weight management disorder. Therefore, these approaches can be used alongside medical interventions in treatment centers.
PENGARUH KEPEMIMPINAN PEMIMPIN BERHATI BAPA TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN GEREJA
Authors: Saragih Fridianus Kurniadi
Published: March 2024

Bukan rahasia lagi bahwa kualitas kepemimpinan yang dijalankan oleh seorang pemimpin di berbagai level dan atau tingkatan dalam suatu negara dan organisasi sangat mempengaruhi keberhasilannya dalam menjalankan tugasnya. Dalam perkembangan gereja Tuhan, penulis mengamati bahwa ada banyak pemimpin gereja yang menerapkan hati bapa dalam memimpin gereja yang dipercayakan Tuhan kepadanya. Walaupun demikian pemimpin gereja saat ini, banyakyang telah kehilangan arah yang sesungguhnya. Yang penulis maksudkan di sini adalah pemimpin (gembala sidang) sudah tidak fokus lagi pada pengembangan Kerajaan Allah tetapi lebih fokus pada pengembangan kerajaan dirinya sendiri.
MEMAHAMI FALSAFAH HIDUP MASYARAKAT LAMPUNG "PIIL PESENGGIRI" DALAM KONTEKS BERMASYARAKAT
Authors: Walean Rudy Roberto
Published: March 2024

Pandangan hidup adalah inti dari kebudayaan dan menjadi landasan hidup masyarakat. Dalam hal masyarakat Lampung, pandangan hidup yang mempengaruhi seluruh kehidupan mereka yaitu Pi-il Pesenggiri. Kepenganutan masyarakat Lampung terhadap Pi-il Pesenggiri ini memberikan corak sikap moral dan budaya mereka yang khas serta berakar dalam budaya masyarakat Lampung. Jika Gereja dan dunia pendidikan ingin menyentuh masyarakat Lampung maka yang harus dilakukan adalah mempertimbangkan Pi-il Pesenggiri sebagai sarana atau jembatan dalam penjangkauan dengan harapan masyarakat Lampung akan lebih terbuka terhadap berita Injil
METODE PEMBELAJARAN YANG EFEKTIF TERHADAP ANAK KRISTEN USIA 6 – 12 TAHUN
Authors: Selviani Anggrainie
Published: March 2024

Pendidikan terhadap anak memiliki corak tersendiri demikian juga halnya dalam pendidikan terhadap pemuda remaja, orang dewasa bahkan lansia. Dibalik semua corak yang ada dalam suatu pendekatan guna pencapaian tujuan pendidikan, memberikan gambaran betapa pentingnya elemen-elemen pendukung seperti materi pembelajaran, metode pembelajaran, sarana dan prasarana pembelajaran, dan lain sebagainya. Kajian terhadap metode pembelajaran dalam mendidik anak secara efektif menjadi suatu fenomena tersendiri bagi pendidik terhadap yang dididik karena tidak mengherankan dan tidak jarang dijumpai bahwa peserta didik cepat menanggapi suatu proses pembelajaran karena metode yang digunakan sangat menarik, mempermudah pesereta didik untuk memahami maksud ajar dari pendidik. Sebaliknya pemakain metode yang tidak tepat dapat menghambat terjadinya proses pembelajaran.
SHEMA ISRAEL DAN IMPLEMENTASINYA DALAM PENDIDIKAN KELUARGA KRISTEN DI GBI SUMBER SARI BANDUNG
Authors: Hasibuan Nelson
Published: March 2024

Tanggung jawab pendidikan Kristen memang bukan tugas yang mudah, baik bagi bangsa Israel pada zaman Perjanjian Lama maupun bagi kita pada zaman sekarang. Setiap zaman memiliki kesulitan dan pergumulan masing-masing, namun prinsip-prinsip dasar pendidikan Kristen yang alkitabiah tetap bertahan di tengah berbagai teori pendidikan baru yang muncul. Menerapkan pendidikan pada Ulangan 6:4-9 dalam hidup masa kini, Bagi kita mungkin ada kesulitan menerapkan pola pendidikan dalam Ulangan 6:4-9, sebab konteks dan situasi kita sudah berubah. Kita bukan lagi seperti zaman Perjanjian Lama, melainkan telah hidup didunia modern dengan kecanggihan berbagai teknologi dan alat komunikasi, termasuk juga dalam media pendidikan.Era ini ditandai dengan makin munculnya kemandirian masing-masing individu untuk belajar. Era modern mengubah cara pandang para pendidik Kristen dalam mendidik anak. Toleransi tinggi dan keleluasaan tidak terbatas cenderung menjadi gaya pendidikan saat ini. Sebenarnya justru dalam era modern sekarang, pendidik Kristen harus menerapkan beberapa prinsip dalam Perjanjian Lama yang lebih disiplin dalam hal pendidikan anak. GBI Sumber Sari dalam fungsinya sebagai wadah pendidikan bagi keluarga-keluarga Kristen, mempunyai tugas dan tanggung jawab yang penting dalam upaya memperlengkapi keluarga-keluarga tersebut dalam mendidik anak-anak yang ada keluarga mereka masing-masing agar takut akan Tuhan sejak dini sesuai kebenaran firman Tuhan. Hal ini tertuang dalam visi dan misi Gereja tersebut.
Fungsi Psikologi Pendidikan dalam Pengelolaan Kelas
Authors: Kho Yunus
Published: March 2024

Pendidikan psikologi untuk manajemen kelas adalah ilmu dalam pendidikan yang harus diterapkan oleh seorang pendidik atau instruktur untuk menciptakan dan memulihkan kondisi belajar yang optimal dari gangguan yang terjadi. Baik itu gangguan dari luar atau dari dalam siswa yang bersangkutan, sehingga peran guru sangat penting dalam menerapkan pengetahuan ini. Seorang guru juga harus bisa mengetahui jiwa (psikologi) seorang ada banyak hal yang ia lakukan melalui perubahan yang ingin ia capai di masa depan.
Disturbance in the Composition of the Intestinal Microflora in the Mechanisms of the Formation of Clinical Manifestations in Patients with Chronic Pancreatitis
Authors: Temirova M.B  , Axmedova N.A  , Kasimova M.B
Published: March 2024

To determine the role of a violation of the composition of the intestinal microflora in the formation of clinical manifestations and in structural changes of COD in patients with CP and to evaluate the effect of therapy aimed at restoring intestinal microbiosenosis on the course of the disease
“Canva” Sebagai Media Pembelajaran Terkini Pengganti Power Point
Authors: Rizqi Abdillah
Published: March 2024

The rapid development of technology and information presents many alternative forms of learning media used. One of the learning media that has been too long or often used in learning is Power Point. But over time, the rapid development of technology and information can shift the existence of Power Point-based learning media. Where the media is too monotonous and less efficient in its use. One of the media that is present today, where its existence provides various ease of access and efficiency in its use, namely Canva media. This research uses the library research method by collecting data available in various existing sources. This research is expected to open insights, especially teachers in using learning media that is not monotonous and more up-to-date.
The History of Devil Education
Authors: Cato
Published: March 2024

The history of the educational process on earth has been going on for a long time even before the human race was born, namely since the Jin nation. They interact with each other, socialize, establish marriage ties, promote the spirit of mutual cooperation, live in harmony, peace and prosperity and progress. However, many of them neglect the guidance of educational values taught by Allah SWT. For the arbitrary actions committed by them, Allah sent Iblis and his troops to stop their brutal actions. so that they perished which signaled the end of the life of the Jin nation on Earth. The author does not invite to have the character of Iblis, but how to actualize the educational values of Iblis in life, especially for the advancement of education. There are many good values that have been done by the Jinns. The author hopes that readers will emulate these educational values, including fear of God, honesty, courage and love challenges, critical thinking, independence and love of freedom, prioritizing logic over feelings, loyalty to speech, not easily discouraged, love of family.
Dinamika Kepribadian dalam Perspektif Sigmund Freud dan Psikologi Islami
Authors: Eni Rakhmawati
Published: March 2024

Humans are very complex creatures so that psychological scientists want to reveal the secrets that exist in humans, because each individual certainly has a different character. Personality is an understanding of behavior, thoughts, feelings, and parts of the soul that build human existence into a unity that is not separated in carrying out its functions. Therefore, personality is defined as understanding the I, the self, the self, or understanding the whole human being. In Islam, the term personality (syakhshiyah) is used to describe a person's behavior and try to assess its good and bad. Sigmund Freud concluded that the human self in forming his personality consists of 3 main components namely id, ego and superego. human personality according to Islamic psychology has three components, lust (Al-Nafs), reason (Al-Aql) and heart (Al-Qalb). Personality is actually a product of the interaction between the three components, it's just that there is one that dominates over the other components. The dynamics of human personality in the perspective of Islamic Psychology include: First, mutma'innah personality (serene principle). Second, lawwamah personality (awareness principle). Third, ammarah personality (pleasure principle). The typology of personality in Islam, which comes from the Qur'an and Sunnah, is divided into: First, the believer type. Second, the disbeliever type. Third, the hypocrite type.
QUEM GANHA, QUEM PERDE?
Authors: De Paula Pinto Hevily Aparecida , De Oliveira Silva Luã Armando
Published: March 2024

No Brasil, o número de escolas que oferecem Educação Bilíngue de Elite tem crescido significativamente ao longo dos anos. Tendo isso em vista, é de suma importância que os professores e coordenadores, bem como as famílias, compreendam as implicações desta abordagem de ensino. Nesse sentido, este artigo tem como objetivo geral discutir os benefícios da Educação Bilíngue de Elite, enfatizando os benefícios cognitivos e socioculturais que essa proporciona. Para atingir referido objetivo, foi necessário, primeiro, definir a Educação Bilíngue de Elite e, em seguida, destacar as implicações no âmbito cognitivo e sociocultural. No que tange à metodologia, para tal, foi realizada uma investigação de cunho bibliográfico. Como resultado, verificamos que a Educação Bilíngue de Elite induz transformações cognitivas, principalmente no que diz respeito às funções executivas. Além disso, foi possível encontrar fundamentos sólidos que apoiam os benefícios socioculturais deste tipo de educação. Sob esse cenário, de acordo com a literatura analisada, é razoável concluir que a Educação Bilíngue de Elite traz benefícios tanto em termos do desenvolvimento cognitivo dos estudantes, bem como de integração sociocultural.
The characteristics of dermatology inpatients seen at the quaternary Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital in Durban, South Africa, over a 5-year period – 2015 - 2020
Authors: Mthembu L , Masuka J T , Duze K , Mosam A
Published: March 2024

Background. In recent years, dermatology has been offered as an outpatient service, with decreasing inpatient dermatology admissions. However, dermatology consultation services have remained active, offering care to patients admitted for non-cutaneous indications by other specialties.Objectives. To describe the clinical spectrum and characteristics of inpatient dermatology diseases managed at a quaternary South African (SA) hospital.
Methods. We retrospectively reviewed and analysed electronic records of all dermatology inpatients managed by dermatologists from 2015 to 2020 at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital (IALCH) in Durban, South Africa. Demographic and clinical data on the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 10 dermatology diagnosis and admitting specialty were collected and analysed.
Results. A total of 4 867 patients were managed by the IALCH dermatology service during the study period. Females accounted for 2 527 (51.9%), while black African, coloured, Indian/Asian, white and unclassified patients constituted 3 146 (64.6%), 106 (2.2%), 1 129 (23.2%), 431 (8.9%) and 55 (1.1%), respectively. The median (interquartile range) age of the study population was 42.0 (28.0 - 58.0) years. Of 867 patients, 183 (3.8%) were dermatology inpatient admissions, whereas the remainder, 4 684 (96.2%), were seen as consults from other specialties. Most (1 010 (20.7%)) of the dermatology consults were received from plastic and reconstructive surgeons, while bacterial infections, decubitus ulcers and lower limb ulcers were the three most common referred diagnoses overall.
Conclusion. A broad range of diagnoses is managed through the dermatology inpatient service, particularly as consultations. These services remain essential in the holistic management of patients.
Ensuring access to palliative care for cervical cancer patients
Authors: Ooko F
Published: March 2024

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National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) changes the method of LDL-cholesterol calculation in South Africa
Authors: Pillay T , Rossouw H M , Steyn N , Carelse A
Published: March 2024

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Response to ‘Commentary on the published position statement regarding the pathogenesis of fetal basal ganglia- thalamic hypoxic-ischaemic injury’ (Anthony et al.)
Authors: Bhorat I , Buchmann E , Frank K , Soma-Pillay P , Nicolaou E , Pistorius L , Smuts I
Published: March 2024

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Evaluation of the impact of PEPFAR transition on retention in care in South Africa’s Western Cape Province
Authors: Chiliza J , Laing R , Feeley F G , Brennan A T
Published: March 2024

Background. Research on the impact of the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) transition in South Africa (SA) in 2012 found varying results in retention in care (RIC) of people living with HIV (PLWH).Objectives. To investigate the factors that impacted RIC during the PEPFAR transition in Western Cape Province, SA, in 2012.
Methods. We used aggregate data from 61 facilities supported by four non-governmental organisations from 2007 to 2015. The main outcome was RIC 12 months after antiretroviral therapy initiation for two periods – during PEPFAR and post PEPFAR. We used adjusted quantile regression to estimate the effect of the PEPFAR pull-out on RIC.
Results. Regression models (50th quantile) for 12-month RIC showed a 4.0% (95% CI –7.7 - –0.4%) decline in RIC post-direct service. Facilities supported by Anova/Kheth’impilo fared worst post PEFPAR, with a decline in RIC of –4.9% (95% CI –8.8 - –1.0%), while TB, HIV/AIDS, Treatment Support, and Integrated Therapy (that’sit) fared best (3.6% increase in RIC; 95% CI: –0.2 - 7.3%). There was a decrease in RIC when comparing urban with rural areas (–7.8%; 95% CI –12.8 - –2.9%). City of Cape Town combined with Western Cape Government health facilities showed a substantial decrease (–6.1%; 95% CI –10.6 - –1.7%), while community health clinic (v. central day clinics) declined (–6.4; 95% CI –10.6 - –2.1%) in RIC. We observed no RIC difference by facility size and a slight increase when two or more human resources transitioned from PEPFAR to the government.
Conclusion. When PEPFAR funding decreased in 2012, there was a decrease in RIC. To ensure the continuity of HIV care when a major funder withdraws sufficient and stable transition resources, investment in organisations that understand the local context, joint planning and co-ordination are required.