bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Family environment in adolescence predicts wellbeing in young adulthood: A test of longitudinal ventral striatal activity as a differential susceptibility factor for developmental outcomes
Authors: Green Kayla , Schreuders Elisabeth , Blankenstein Neeltje , Braams Barbara R , Dobbelaar Simone , van de Groep Suzanne , Telzer Eva H. , Crone Eveline
Published: November 2023

Prior studies demonstrated heightened ventral striatal (VS) activity in response to reward in adolescence, but little is known about how reward sensitivity interacts with parent attachment to predict outcomes in young adulthood. In this pre-registered, four-wave, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) study (n = 299 at T1), we examined whether heightened neural and behavioural reward sensitivity across adolescence makes individuals more susceptible to the influence of parent attachment on alcohol use, prosocial behaviour, and wellbeing in young adulthood. Participants played an fMRI gambling task that involved winning or losing money for themselves or a friend yielding a measure of adolescent neural reward sensitivity in VS. Subsequently, data on alcohol use, prosocial behaviour, and wellbeing were collected in young adulthood. Following differential susceptibility theory, we hypothesized for better and worse scenarios for young adults who exhibited higher reward sensitivity as adolescents compared to their peers with lower reward sensitivity. Results showed that avoidant parent-adolescent attachment in adolescence was negatively associated with wellbeing in young adulthood seven years later. We confirmed the adolescent peak in reward sensitivity in the VS, although VS activity did not function as a neurobiological susceptibility marker. Greater VS activity in response to a reward for a friend, however, was associated with less prosociality towards an unknown peer in young adulthood. This suggests that VS activity for close others is an index for ingroup-outgroup differentiation. Together these findings highlight how social experiences and brain development during adolescence may have prolonged impact on socioemotional outcomes later in life.
An accurate theoretical formula for linear momentum, force and kinetic energy
Authors: Khadka Chandra Bahadur
Published: November 2023

The paper demonstrates that the existing mathematical formulas of linear momentum, force and kinetic energy in physics are incomplete, since such formulas have been formulated without incorporation of mass-energy equivalence relation E = mc2. Therefore, new reformulations of the main equations of linear momentum, force and kinetic energy in the realm of special relativity are proposed. The proposed formulas provide same mathematical outcomes as the old formulas, displaying same behavior of the system when velocity approaches to speed of light, but, most importantly, comprise only velocity of the light and mass of object to provide well-defined expressions. [Formulae available with the full text]. These formulas vividly reveal that every physical variable depends solely on relativistic mass. Therefore, it modifies Newton’s second law of motion and states that the force depends on rate of change of relativistic mass of object rather than its velocity. In this highly interesting topic, primary purpose here has been to present a succinct and the carefully reasoned account of a new aspect of the Newton’s second law of motion which properly allows to derive the new mathematical formulas of linear momentum, force and kinetic energy.
Electronic and magnetic performance of MoS2 monolayer via Tc & Nb impurities defect and water adsorption
Authors: Neupane Hari , Khatri Prakash , Devkota Arun , Adhikari Narayan Prasad
Published: November 2023

This study examined the effect of Tc & Nb impurity atoms on MoS2 (Tc-MoS2 & Nb-MoS2 ), and adsorption of water molecule on impurities defected MoS2 (Tc-W-MoS2 & Nb-W-MoS2) material from first-principles calculations. By the estimation of their ground state energy and binding energy, they are stable 2D materials. From band structure and density of states (DoS) calculations, Tc & Nbimpurities affect the nature of pristine MoS2. It is found that Tc-MoS2 has n-type & Nb-MoS2 has p-type semiconducting nature. Water interaction on Tc-MoS2 & Nb-MoS2 slightly changes the electronic properties and impacts the bandgap, which enhanced the electronic performance of material than that of pristine MoS2. The magnetic properties of Tc-MoS2, Nb-MoS2, Tc-W-MoS2, and Nb-W-MoS2 are analyzed and found to exhibit an uneven distribution of up-spin and down-spin states of electrons in the orbital of atoms near the Fermi level. It reflects that they have magnetic  properties. The non-magnetic MoS2 material changes in to weak magnetic defected-MoS2 materials due to the presence of Tc, Nb and adsorbed water molecule. It means, impurity defects add to magnetic properties of pristine MoS2. Magnetic properties on defected MoS2 occurred due to the dominant contributions of spin states of 4d-orbital of Mo, Tc, Nb atoms, and 3p-orbital of S atoms in the structures. This study highlights the impact of Tc & Nb impurity atoms and adsorbed water molecule on impurities defected MoS2. The studied materials have potential applications in the fields of catalysis, nanoelectronics, biomedicine, and magnetic sensors on the basis of their electronic and magnetic properties.
Comprehensive review of LCA studies in Civil Engineering
Authors: Thapa Ishwor , Baral Nirmal Prasad , Adhikari Krishna Raj
Published: November 2023

This review paper explores the application of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) within the domain of civil engineering, aiming to provide a comprehensive overview of current research, methodologies, challenges, and future trends. LCA serves as a pivotal tool for assessing the environmental impact of infrastructure projects, yet gaps persist in its integration with socioeconomic dimensions, regional considerations, and dynamic modeling. By analyzing existing literature and scholarly discussions, this review identifies research gaps and proposes directions for enhancing the applicability and effectiveness of LCA in civil engineering. Moreover, it examines future trends such as the integration of advanced technologies, stakeholder engagement, and policy implementation, poised to shape the landscape of LCA practices in the civil engineering sector. Ultimately, this review paper contributes to the understanding of LCA's potential to drive sustainable decision-making in infrastructure development, paving the way for more informed and environmentally conscious practices.
“ग्रिन टावेल” कथामा यौनमनोविज्ञान {Sexual Psychology in the "Green Towel" Story}
Authors: न्यौपाने Neupane कमलादेवी Kamaladevi
Published: November 2023

प्रस्तुत अनुसन्धानमूलक लेख ग्रिन टावेल कथाको विश्लेषणमा केन्द्रित रहेको छ । शान्ति शर्माद्वारा लिखित प्रस्तुत कथा उनको कथासङ्ग्रह ग्रिन टावेलमा समाविष्ट छ । समकालीन कथालेखनका क्षेत्रमा विशिष्ट आख्यान लेखन क्षमताका कारण विशिष्ट पहिचान बनाएकी शर्माका कथाहरूले समसामयिक समाजका विविध विषयलाई प्रस्तुत गरेको पाइन्छ । मूलतः लैङ्गिकताका विषयलाई केन्द्रमा राखेर कथा सिर्जना गर्ने शर्माले यौन र मनोविज्ञानलाई समेत कथाहरूमा प्रस्तुत गर्ने गरेको देखिन्छ । ग्रिन टावेल कथासङ्ग्रहमा समाविष्ट पन्ध्रवटा कथामध्ये पाँचौँ क्रममा रहेको ग्रिन टावेल शीर्षकको कथा पात्रका मनोदशा र अचेतन मनमा दमित अवस्थामा रहेका अव्यक्त यौन मनोदशा तथा मनोभावनाको प्रकटीकरणका दृष्टिले विशेष देखिन्छ । उनका कथामा यौनमनोविज्ञानको अभिव्यक्ति रहेको कुराको साङ्केतिक चर्चा गरिएको पाइए पनि हालसम्म यौनमनोविश्लेषणका दृष्टिकोणबाट प्रस्तुत कथाको सम्यक अनुसन्धानमूलक अध्ययन हुन नसकेकाले यस कथामा यौनमनोविज्ञानको केकस्तो प्रस्तुति रहेको छ ? भन्ने मुख्य समस्यामूलक प्रश्नमा केन्द्रित रही प्रस्तुत कथालाई अनुसन्धानको मुख्य विषय बनाइएको हो । यौनमनोविज्ञानको सैद्धान्तिक पर्याधारका सापेक्षमा विश्लेषण गरी यस दृष्टिकोणले प्रस्तुत कथामा यौनमनोविज्ञान सबल रहेको निष्कर्ष निकालिएको छ । अनुसन्धानको निष्कर्षमा पुग्नका लागि प्रस्तुत लेखमा पुस्तकालयीय स्रोत सामग्रीलाई प्रयोग गरी प्रायोगिक अध्ययन विधिअन्तर्गत पहिचानात्मक तथा विश्लेषणात्मक विधिलाई उपयोग गरिएको छ । अनुसन्धानबाट प्राप्त सत्यतथ्यका आधारमा यौनमनोविष्लेषणको प्रस्तुतिका दृष्टिले प्रस्तुत कथा महत्त्वपूर्ण रहेको निष्कर्ष निरूपण गरिएको छ ।
Pemaksaan Perkawinan Korban Dengan Pelaku Pemerkosaan
Authors: Zahra Fannia Al , Senjaya Oci
Published: November 2023

Legal systems around the world must provide effective protection for victims of rape and forced marriages. This includes ensuring that perpetrators are fairly processed and punished, and that victims receive the help and support they need to restore their health and safety. This study aims to determine the form of legal protection given to rape victims and efforts to avoid the practice of marrying rape victims to perpetrators. Scientific activities carried out are based on methods and systematics to get answers to the problems faced, so appropriate research methods are needed, the method used for this type of research is normative juridical. The nature of this research is perspective. Research with this type of perspective aims to get suggestions to solve a problem systematically. The approach used is a conceptual approach, which is derived from the ideas and thoughts of the doctrinal developments in the science of law.
Kedudukan Menteri Triumvirat Dalam Ketatanegaraan Indonesia
Authors: Gunawan Edwin , Abas Muhamad , Akbar Muhammad Gary Gagarin
Published: November 2023

The Triumvirate Ministers are the three ministers namely the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Home Affairs, and Minister of Defense who are said to be carrying out presidential duties if the President and Vice President resign in the middle of their term of office simultaneously. This is stated in the mandate of the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia as the basis for implementing statutory regulations. This writing aims to explore the issues raised in this study, namely, the position of the Minister of the Triumvirate in the Indonesian constitution and legal settlement in the event of a dispute in the formation of the three Ministers of the Triumvirate. In this study the authors used the normative juridical method. The results of this study are that the position of the minister of the Triumvirate is confirmed in the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia Article 8 paragraph (3), but it is not clarified by other laws and regulations, so that his position is not standardized by law. And also if there is a dispute within the Triumvirate Ministers, the resolution is that the Constitutional Court has the duty and authority to resolve disputes between the Triumvirate ministers regarding who has the most authority to fill presidential duties.
Kemudahan Akses Kutipan Buku Leter C Sebagai Bukti Kepemilikan Hak Atas Tanah Oleh Pemerintah Desa
Authors: Laila Khotbatul
Published: November 2023

Ease of access to land letter C book excerpts as proof of ownership of land rights by the village government in the context of public information disclosure. The research method uses empirical legal research with a sociological juridical approach. The results of the research show that in providing easy access to quotations from letter C books as proof of ownership of land rights by the village government in the context of public information disclosure, the village government is guided by the provisions of the applicable laws and regulations, although still in a conventional way, namely based on a letter of application from the applicant and then the village government issues a land history statement based on the letter C book in the village to be given to the applicant provided that the applicant is a party who has a legal relationship with the object for which the letter C quotation is requested. If these requirements are not met, the village government will not issue the requested Letter C quotation, except by order of the court. The obstacles faced by the village government in providing easy access to quotations from the letter C book as proof of ownership of land rights in order to realize openness of public information and alternative solutions are the disorderly administration of the village government, especially in the village letter C book, data (information) in the letter C book. but it does not match the reality and the condition of the Letter C book is outdated (difficult to read) as well as political differences during the village head election. Alternative solutions include encouraging PTSL programs in villages, digitizing letter C books, providing outreach to the community about the importance of title ownership certificates as proof of legal ownership.
Pekerja Perempuan Yang Terikat Perjanjian Kerja Waktu Tertentu Pada Object Vital Nasional
Authors: Buwana Sudibyo Aji Narendra , Sirajuddin Sirajuddin , Solehoddin Solehoddin
Published: November 2023

The legal provisions and regulations contained in Law No. 13 of 2003 concerning Employment related to Specific Time Work Agreements (PKWT) can provide protection for workers in existing employment relationships. This is because when the application of the Specific Time Work Agreement (PKWT) system is not in accordance with the provisions and rules in Law No. 13th of 2003 concerning, of course, having an unfavorable impact on employment development, which aims to provide protection and justice for workers and laborers as part of human resource development in Indonesia, Researchers observed a gap between das sein and dass sollen. The formulation of the problem is how is the legal protection of women workers who are bound by PKWT to National Vital Objects in Kolaka Regency. The type of research used by researchers in this study is empirical-juridical. The research approach used is empirical-juridical, which is closely related to the case approach. Sources of legal materials use primary data, namely interviews and observations conducted by researchers by visiting the research site directly. Secondary data uses primary legal materials, namely applicable laws and regulations, secondary legal materials, namely books, journals, and relevant previous research results, as well as tertiary legal materials in the form of websites. Data collection techniques using in-depth interviews and observation All primary and secondary data in this study were collected and analyzed qualitatively. Conclusions are drawn deductively. The results of his research show that there are three legal protections: pre-employment, during employment, and past employment. The conclusion is that it consists of 3 legal protections, namely preventive legal protection for pre-employment (in the form of announcements of job vacancies, selection of prospective workers, Medical Check Up, and placement of workers); legal protection that is repressive during employment (in the form of providing wages based on the Provincial Minimum Wage/UMP, providing additional roster leave money for those who get roster leave rights, and providing annual allowances, granting leave rights in the form of annual leave, long leave, mass/together leave, roster leave and sick leave, special leave rights for women workers namely maternity leave, abortion leave, and menstruation leave, reimbursement for maternity expenses, protection for women workers when working at certain hours, permission to leave work while still receiving wages, protection for safety and health work by providing personal protective equipment, health insurance protection); as well as legal protection that is repressive in nature past employment, (in the form of the right to get BPJS Ketenagakerjaan pension benefits/JP, the right to get BPJS Ketenagakerjaan old age benefits/JHT benefits)
Pemilu Adil dan Bermartabat: Suatu Tinjauan Sistem Hukum Lawrence M. Friedman
Authors: Razak Askari
Published: November 2023

The effectiveness of regulations regarding elections that are able to provide fair and appropriate sanctions in any election violations that have been committed based on the applicable legal system can determine the success of organizing transparent and accountable elections. Lawrence M. Friedman explains the elements of the legal system consist of legal structure, legal substance, and legal culture. This research is a normative legal research that uses a conceptual research approach using primary legal materials, secondary legal materials, and non-legal materials. The result of this research is that the legal structure related to general elections still has obstacles related to the efforts to process the handling of alleged election criminal violations. In terms of legal substance, Law Number 7 Year 2017 needs to explain in more detail about election crimes and the qualifications of actions taken are offenses or crimes. As well as in terms of legal culture, both election organizers, election participants and the public as voters have not fully realized the nature or purpose of general elections. So that law enforcement in general elections based on Law Number 17 of 2017 concerning General Elections has not been effective based on a review of the legal system according to Lawrence M. Friedman.
MEMORY IMPROVEMENT IN THE ELDERLY THROUGH GHUNNAH THERAPY
Authors: Fadhilah  , Adini Nur Bahri  , Zata Ismah
Published: November 2023

The vibrations produced by reading ghunnah have a favorable influence on a person's cognitive function, specifically in the form of memory strengthening or improvement in order to prevent senile dementia. The ability of tajweed Ghunnah is thought to have a good impact on memory. Furthermore, this capacity can help to prevent senility, which is a typical problem among the elderly. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of ghunnah therapy on memory. The quantitative approaches utilized in this investigation were combined with a pre-post experimental design. The Reading Span Test method was used to assess respondents' memory before and after ghunnah therapy. The goal was to demonstrate that Ghunnah's intervention variable was the only one that had an effect on memory improvement. The findings revealed that respondents' memory scores improved before and after ghunnah therapy. As a result, it is possible to conclude that ghunnah therapy has a substantial association with memory.
Climate Smart Agriculture: The Role of Fertilizer Innovations and Efficient Plant Nutrient Management
Authors: Nilwala Kottegoda  , Sayani Nimanka  , Nimshi Fernando  , Madhavi de Silva  , Imalka Munaweera
Published: November 2023

Climate change has emerged as a significant threat to the global agro-economy, adversely affecting agricultural productivity, food security, and local and global agricultural development goals. To ensure sustainable crop productivity and meet future demands, it is essential to take prompt actions to address the current challenges of lower agricultural productivity due to climate change. Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) is a novel concept that offers a promising approach to tackle these challenges by introducing sustainable farming practices that minimize negative environmental impacts and enhance resilience to climate change. It involves realigning current agricultural practices and introducing smart techniques to reduce the adverse effects of agriculture that contribute to climate change and higher carbon footprints. The importance of climate-smart fertilizers in agricultural productivity cannot be overemphasized, as the soil is susceptible to structural changes and alterations in nutrient availability due to climatic impacts. Therefore, the implementation of proper nutrient management mechanisms and advanced fertilizer innovations has become a top priority in implementing the concepts of CSA. Consequently, there has been a greater focus on introducing more climate-adaptive and resilient plant nutrient delivery systems and technologies in recent times. For instance, nanofertilizer, bio-based controlled-release and slow-release fertilizers have provided a more sustainable and climate-friendly alternative to traditional synthetic fertilizers. Despite the innovations, challenges remain in implementing CSA practices and practices of climate-smart fertilizers at scale. This is largely attributed to the lack of proper knowledge and a streamlined policy framework on climate resilience in agriculture and fertilizers. This article seeks to review the role of fertilizer innovations and nutrient management in CSA, targeting the reduction of nutrient losses due to climate changes. It also examines the current status of climate-smart fertilizers with a particular emphasis on the current implementation challenges and future prospects in fertilizer production, leading to global food security by adapting to climatic changes. By highlighting specific examples of modern climate-smart agriculture and  fertilizer management, this article aims to provide insights into the potential benefits and challenges of implementing CSA practices and encourage further research and development in this important field.

Keywords: Climate-smart agriculture, Climate-smart fertilizers, Climate change, Nutrient Management, Innovations in fertilizers
Problemas en la producción de conocimiento político–periodístico durante una elección: entre la sobrerrepresentación partidista y la crisis de la prensa
Authors: Larrosa–Fuentes Juan S. , Paláu Cardona Magdalena Sofía
Published: November 2023

En 2021, en México se realizaron elecciones concurrentes en las que, por primera vez, se eligieron simultáneamente diputados federales y munícipes de todos los ayuntamientos de las 32 entidades federativas, así como gobernadores de 15 estados. Estas elecciones fueron descritas públicamente como “las más grandes de la historia”. En total, los partidos postularon a más de 20 mil candidatos, los que hicieron campañas políticas durante dos meses.
La actuación del Instituto Electoral y de Participación Ciudadana, Jalisco, en el proceso electoral local 2020–2021
Authors: Rosas Palacios María
Published: November 2023

Las elecciones de 2021 se consideraron “las más grandes y complejas de nuestra historia” por el número de electores, que superó los 90 millones de inscritos en el listado nominal y los 20 mil cargos a renovar;2 por primera ocasión la elección intermedia federal coincidió con la realización de comicios electorales locales en todos los estados del país, aunado a otros factores como la emergencia sanitaria provocada por el covid–19, la inseguridad y una narrativa de descalificación hacia las autoridades electorales proveniente del ejecutivo federal.
Impact Assessment of LESEP on Senior Secondary Schools Students’ Academic Performance in Lagos State: ATO Model as Framework
Authors: Sadiat.O Aleem , Adebola.S Ifamuyiwa , Olusola. A Hassan
Published: November 2023

The intervention of Lagos Eko Secondary Education Project (LESEP) was a welcome development to ameliorate students’ poor academic performance. This study conducted an impact assessment of LESEP on senior secondary school students’ Academic Performance in Lagos state. The study used the Antecedent, Transaction, and Outcome (ATO) evaluation model as a framework. The study adopted a survey research design ex post facto. The sample consists of students with WASSCE results between 2006 and 2020 (143,725 students). Proportionate and purposive sampling technique was used to arrive at the sample. The study used students’ performance profile forms (Mathematics, English, and Biology) for data collection. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive frequency distribution, percentages, and mean scores. The result showed that students’ performance prior to the intervention was poor because, between 2006- 2008, the majority of the students had f9 in the three subjects (Mathematics, English, and Biology). But it showed improvement in students’ performance between 2009 -2016. The result further showed that students’ performance improved after the completion of the program compared with the results obtained before and during the implementation stage of the program. The study concluded that LESEP has made a significant impact on the student’s academic performance in WASSCE during and after implementation. It is recommended that the training should not be limited to English Language, Mathematics, and Biology teachers alone but should also be extended to other subject areas.
Influence of Job Stress and Work Environment on Teachers’ Work-Family Conflict in Ijebu North Public Secondary Schools, Ogun State, Nigeria
Authors: Durojaiye Adekunle , Durojaiye Ronke Sarah
Published: November 2023

Work-family conflicts have become increasingly important for organizations to consider. Its challenges in the world of work and family in recent decades have stimulated much research on the subject matter. Also, there are a number of factors that can lead to increased work-family conflict. Therefore, this study investigated the influence of job stress and work environment on teachers’ work-family conflict in Ijebu North public secondary schools, Ogun State, Nigeria. Two hypotheses were formulated and tested to guide this study. A descriptive survey research design was employed in this study. The population for the study consisted of all teachers in public secondary schools in Ijebu North local government of Ogun State, Nigeria. A sample of one hundred and twenty (120) respondents was selected for this study using multi-stage sampling procedure and simple random sampling technique. Four (4) research instruments were used for the study. The instruments are Demographic Data Form (DDF), Teacher Stress Inventory (TSI), Work-Family Conflict Scale (WFCS) and Work Environment Questionnaire (WEQ). Findings of the study revealed that there was a significant composite and relative contribution of job stress and work environment on teachers’ work-family conflict in Ijebu-North Public Secondary Schools, Ogun State, Nigeria (R=.320; R2 =.103; F (2, 117) = 6.691; P<.05). Work environment is the most potent predictor of teachers’ work-family conflict in Ijebu-North Local Government (B = .280; t = 2.803, P > 0.01) followed by job stress (B = 0.71; t = .705, P > 0.01). Based on these findings, it was recommended among others that the school as an organisation should assist teachers to better coordinate workplace and family roles by offering family-friendly benefits. It was also suggested that the school should create a good atmosphere for teachers so as to be able to relax and have fun during leisure hours.
Antecedents of Depression among Undergraduates in Nigerian Private Universities
Authors: Mojisola Abiodun Ogunsanwo, , Olugbenga Adeyanju Akintola,
Published: November 2023

Prevalence of the effect of depression on young adults’ well-being has turned out to be a priority as a result of the simultaneous increase in mental health problems among individuals. Depression being a mental disorder that comes with unhappy mood, loss of interest, low self-worth, insomnia, and poor concentration seems to be ravaging the younger generation, especially undergraduates in tertiary institutions. Hence, this study investigated the antecedents of depression among undergraduates in Nigerian private universities. The research objectives were to (1) examine the level of depression among the undergraduates; (2) assess the past history of depression among the undergraduates;( 3) assess the level of perceived family support among the undergraduates; (4) determine the significant relationship between the history of depression and levels of depression; and (5) to assess the significant relationship between the history of depression and perceived family support. This research work made use of the quantitative source of data, through which data were gathered using a structured questionnaire and administered to 365 undergraduates. The findings showed that the majority of the undergraduates manifest one level of depression or the other, as about one-fifth of the respondents show signs of no form of depression and are thus regarded as normal. The study also showed that the level of perceived family support received by the undergraduates was found to be moderate, and there was a significant relationship between the history of depression and perceived family support. It was also found that there is a significant relationship between history of depression and levels of depression. The study recommends that counseling centers be provided in all institutions so as to give help to students battling with one issue or the other so as to avoid a high level of depression. In addition, parents are advised to show a positive and caring attitude to their children as the experiences a student experiences at home could have a significant influence on the student in school, which could lead to depression or otherwise.
Organizational Culture, Work Ethics and Spouse Relations as Determinants of Colleges of Education Academic Staff Job Effectiveness in South-West, Nigeria
Authors: Olusiji Alabi Olugbenro , Durojaiye Adekunle
Published: November 2023

The job effectiveness of employees has received significant attention in workplace studies. This is due to the general recognition that this variable can be a major determinant of an organizational working system. The fact that job effectiveness among academic staff in the College of Education may have an impact on institutional quality performance necessitates that closer attention be paid to factors such as organizational culture, work ethics, and spouse relations as potent variables that could influence job effectiveness. This study therefore examined organisational culture, work ethics, and spouse relations as determinants of job effectiveness of academic staff in Colleges of Education in South West, Nigeria. It also looked at the moderating influence of gender, age, and academic qualification on the predictive powers of the independent variables on academic staff job effectiveness. This study adopted a survey research design of ex-post facto type. A sample of 1,146 married academic staff was selected through the multistage sampling technique from a population of 2,898 academic staff in Colleges of Education in South-West, Nigeria. Three research questions and eight hypotheses were answered and tested respectively to guide the study. Four validated instruments were used for data collection; LJEQ (?=0.82), OCQ (?=0.75), LWERS (?=0.78), and WPAT (?=0.78). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson Product Moment Correlation, Multiple Regression Analysis, t-test, and analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed, among other things, that to some extent, the level of academic staff job effectiveness was very high in Colleges of Education. The finding further showed that organizational culture, work ethics, and spouse relations significantly predicted academic staff job effectiveness in Colleges of Education (F(3, 1017) = 58.672, p < .05). It was recommended among others that the management of colleges should continuously carry out regular appraisals to determine the level of job effectiveness of the staff and invest in capacity development through training and retreats to align staff with organizational culture and work ethics of the institution.
Nigerian Secondary School Teachers' Perception of Social Studies Relevance on the Development of Responsible Citizenship
Authors: Moshood Babatunde Lawal,
Published: November 2023

This study investigated perceptions of Social Studies in the development of responsible citizenship among secondary school teachers in Ogun State, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive research design. A total sample of 308 teachers drawn from five local governments of Oguneast senatorial district of Ogun state, were selected through stratified random and simple random sampling techniques. Data collected was analyzed using Mean score, standard deviation, simple percentages, and t–test of significance. The result shows that the majority of teachers have a negative perception of Social Studies education to responsible citizenship. The study shows no significant difference in teachers’ gender, qualification, and experience in knowledge of responsible citizenship skills and values. The study recommends that teachers should be given in-service training to acquire more knowledge on the role Social Studies play in responsible citizenship development. In addition, only professional and competent teachers should be employed to teach Social Studies.
Teachers’ Perspective on the Applicability of Neuro-linguistic Programming to Address EFL Learners’ Speaking Anxiety (Case of the Universities in Georgia)
Authors: Merkviladze Mariam
Published: November 2023

Effective communication skill has gained a huge priority on every path of an individual’s life and in a professional context. Speaking in the target language helps learners to create the context and produce the language. Anxiety encountered while speaking in a foreign language is one of the major factors that may lead to preventing the learners from achieving academic goals and lowering their motivation and self-esteem. The impact of anxiety in foreign language acquisition and speaking performance has been widely researched, while the implementation of NLP (Neuro-linguistic programming) in EFL classes in order to address speaking anxiety has not been investigated sufficiently. The teachers’ awareness of NLP techniques in foreign language classrooms in order to address anxiety is not explored as well. The primary objective of the current paper was to explore the applicability of NLP techniques in EFL classes for reducing learners’ speaking anxiety. The paper also attempted to explore EFL teachers’ awareness of the topic under investigation. Participants of the study were 61 EFL teachers at the universities in Georgia. According to the research findings, teachers are familiar with NLP techniques at some level and most frequently use Modeling, Visualization, and Rapport. They also showed a positive attitude towards further implementation of NLP techniques. Overall, the current paper revealed that teachers need to be equipped with practical tools for implementing NLP techniques in EFL classrooms to address speaking anxiety among learners. A more thorough examination of the topic under investigation is also strongly recommended.
National Showing Off and Telling Off
Authors: Macdonald Sharon
Published: November 2023

This article considers the implications of using ethnological collections in the making of a national museum. It focuses on the case of the recently opened Ethnological Museum within the Humboldt Forum, Berlin, Germany, about which there has been much public debate and criticism, including about Germany's own colonialism. Through an analysis of the modes of display used by the Ethnological Museum, the article identifies how these variously engage in unreflexive “showing off” while others involve what is here called “telling off”— criticism directed at the German national self. The implications of the forms that these take, as well as their coexistence, are discussed, as is the case for replacing an ethnological approach with an anthropological one.
EVALUATION OF ANTINOCICEPTIVE ACTIVITY OF NEW DERIVATIVES Α-CYANOTHIOACETAMIDE IN AN ACUTE INFLAMMATORY RESPONSE MODEL
Authors:   St. Luke Lugansk State Medical University, Lugansk, Russia, Bibik Elena Yu. , Oleinik Irina S. ,   St. Luke Lugansk State Medical University, Lugansk, Russia, Krivokolysko Sergey G. ,   St. Luke Lugansk State Medical University, Lugansk, Russia
Published: November 2023

The antinociceptive activity of new derivatives of α-cyanothioacetamide was evaluated in the formalin test, which reflects an acute inflammatory reaction. For the study, a standard model of an acute inflammatory reaction was used: laboratory animals were subplantarly injected with 0.1 ml of 5% formalin (algogen) into the right hind limb. The α-cyanothioacetamide samples studied were injected intragastrically at 1 ml at a dose of 5 mg/kg 1.5 hours before the experiment. The comparison drug was chosen as Analgin JSC "Pharmstandard" at a dose of 7 mg/kg. For one hour after injection, the number of pain reactions was recorded according to the method of 4 types of behavioral response. We have identified the potential antinociceptive activity of new derivatives of α-cyanothioacetamide, which allows them to be used for a detailed study.
STATE COPULATIVE FUNCTION IN PATIENTS, EXPOSED TO THE TRANSURETHRAL MECHANICAL ENUCLEATION WITH A BIPOLAR ELECTRODE BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA
Authors:   Clinical Hospital of St. Luke, St. Petersburg, Russia, Popov Sergey V. , Neimark Alexander I. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Neimark Boris A. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Orlov Igor N. ,   I.I. Mechnikov North-Western State Medical University, St. Petersburg, Russia, Grin Evgeny A. ,   Clinical Hospital of St. Luke, St. Petersburg, Russia, Sushina Irina V. ,   Clinical Hospital of St. Luke, St. Petersburg, Russia, Malevich Sergey M. ,   Clinical Hospital of St. Luke, St. Petersburg, Russia, Tyumenev Ruslan R. ,   I.I. Mechnikov North-Western State Medical University, St. Petersburg, Russia, Orlov Artem R. ,   First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after Academician I.P. Pavlov, St. Petersburg, Russia
Published: November 2023

Aim. Today, the problem of treating sexual disorders does not have limitations on the age factor; in this connection, the state of copulatory function (CF) in patients after surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is an important aspect. In the world and domestic literature, there are very few works that comprehensively evaluate the effect of bipolar transurethral mechanical enucleation (TUEB) on the state of CF in general with a parallel study of reflex and hormonal. Objective. To study the effect of TUEB on the state of CF, reflex and hormonal status. Materials and methods. The results of the treatment of 102 patients who underwent TUEB (n=102). IPSS scores and quality of life index, IIEF, AMS questionnaire scores, ICF scale, bulbocavernous reflex (BCR), testosterone fractions (TF) and sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) were investigated. The patients were examined preoperatively, 6 and 12 months later. Results. Progressive improvement in erectile function (EF) after surgical treatment with the TUEB method. The duration of the latent period of BCR decreased, indicating an improvement in reflex status, as well as an increase in the duration of nocturnal sleep with a parallel increase in testosterone concentration in the operated patients. Conclusions. Surgical treatment of BPH through the application of TUEB in general shows duality of influence on the state of EF, consisting of positive influence (improvement of EF) and negative influence, which is expressed in increased specific weight of patients with postoperative hypoorgasmia (HO) and retrograde ejaculation (RE). This technique was found to improve reflex and hormonal status.
POSSIBILITIES OF BALNEOTHERAPY APPLICATION IN COMPLEX TREATMENT OF HYPERCALCIURIA IN CHILDREN
Authors:   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Lobanov Yury F. , Strozenko Lyudmila A. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Zverev Yakov F. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Skudarnov Evgeny V. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Mikheeva Natalya M. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Tekutyeva Nadezhda A. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia
Published: November 2023

The annual increase in the number of children with urolithiasis dictates the need to develop an integrated approach to prevent the development of this pathology. The most common metabolic disorder that can lead to the development of KSD is idiopathic hypercalciuria (IG). One of the main components for the correction of hypercalciuria is an adequate drinking regimen, including low-mineralized and slightly alkaline mineral waters. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Silver Key mineral water usage in the complex therapy of IG in children. Materials and methods. The study included 50 children with IG aged 3 to 17 years who underwent a study of clinical and anamnestic data, a laboratory study of blood and urine to assess indicators of phosphorus-calcium metabolism, and an ultrasound examination of the urinary system. During the study, two groups of children with IG were formed. The children of the study group (n=30) received Silver Key mineral water in the complex therapy of IG, the children of the control group (n=20) received ordinary drinking water as a drinking regimen. After therapy in groups of children, a comparative evaluation of effectiveness of the therapy was carried out according to clinical and laboratory parameters. Results. We found that in the children of the study group, in the background of Silver Key mineral water in the complex therapy, there was a positive trend that exceeded the effectiveness of the treatment of patients in the control group. The percentage of children who consumed mineral water, in which normalization of clinical and laboratory manifestations of IG was recorded, turned out to be significantly higher. Conclusion. The addition of Silver Key mineral water to the IG treatment regimen significantly reduces the increase in urinary calcium excretion and helps to reduce the severity of clinical manifestations of IG in children, allowing us to recommend its use for correction of IG and prevention of urolithiasis in children.
EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE TREATMENT OF EXPERIMENTAL BURN WOUNDS BASED ON THE RESULTS OF LABORATORY AND MORPHOLOGICAL STUDIES
Authors:   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Zharikov Andrey N. , Aliev Alexander R. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Orlova Olga V. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Mazko Olesya N. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Makarova Olesya G. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Dvornikova Lyubov G. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia, Semenikhina Natalya M. ,   Altai State Medical University, Barnaul, Russia
Published: November 2023

Purpose of the study: to study the dynamics of laboratory blood parameters, as well as the morphological characteristics of the healing of experimental burn wounds when using bacterial cellulose (BC) wound dressings compared to traditional treatment. Materials and methods. 60 rats of both sexes of the Wistar breed were studied, in which skin burn of the third degree was simulated in the experiment. The animals were divided into 3 groups, of which group 1 included individuals who used BC-based wound dressing (n = 20) in the treatment of burn wounds, in group 2 (n=20) BC plates were used after exposure to a 1% chlorhexidine solution, and in group 3 (comparisons, n=20) treatment was carried out using the traditional method (daily dressings with Levomekol ointment). On the fifth, 10th, 15th, 20th, and 28th days, blood was taken from 5 animals to determine the detailed analysis, the main biochemical constants, and the wound tissue was excised for morphological and morphometric evaluation according to the developed criteria. Results. When analyzing laboratory blood parameters, an increase in hemoglobin level was noted, more pronounced in group 3, which is associated with blood clotting due to experimental burn injury. There is a more significant decrease in platelets in group 3 by the end of the study, which characterizes the process of consumption in the open management of an infected burn wound. In groups 1 and 2, compared with traditional treatment in group 3, differences were noted, consisting in a more effective restoration of hemoglobin levels, a decrease in the level of leukocytes, alanine transaminase, and a decrease in azotemia (p<0,05). According to the morphological and morphometric criteria for the healing of burn wounds on days 20 and 28, in 18 (90%) out of 20 rats of groups 1 and 2, the wounds were at the stage of almost complete epithelialization (criterion 4), while in the comparison group this was noted only in 4 (40 %) out of 10 individuals (p<0,01), and in 60% the wounds were in the stage of initial or moderate epithelialization (criteria 2 and 3).
Community-based evacuation routes for hydrometeorological hazards resilience: a case study of Ratnapura district in Sri Lanka
Authors:   Department of Decision Sciences, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Cooray M.S.S. , Bandara A.A.N.S. , Perera A.A.H. , Lankeshwarie A.B.D. , Dassanayake S.M. , Prasanna R. ,   Massey University, New Zealand
Published: November 2023

Sri Lanka has endured many hydrometeorological hazards due to torrential rains and monsoonal rains. These events disrupt communication networks, obstruct roadways, and can result in resource misallocation. Thus, setting in place mechanisms that could enhance situational awareness is essential and beneficial in building resilience in disaster management. This study aims to minimize the loss of lives and improve living conditions for the displaced by strategically allocating resources. Our approach involves the development of a decision management system. This system serves the dual purpose of guiding civilians to the nearest evacuation shelter and aiding stakeholders, including local authorities and Red Cross volunteers, in coordinating rescue operations and resource distribution. The research employs a multi-phase methodology, the research conducts susceptibility analysis to identify flood-prone areas based on terrain, land use, and soil data. Leveraging Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imagery, the inundation mapping phase assesses the flooding extent in Rathnapura, the selected study region. These maps are instrumental in optimizing evacuation routes and ensuring the secure movement of affected populations during flood events. The resulting flood risk map integrates with the system to generate the nearest evacuation route. This enables users to circumvent flooded areas inaccessible by land vehicles, ultimately saving crucial time in emergency situations. The data pertaining to the relocation of civilians to these evacuation shelters can be used by authorities to appropriately allocate food, water, medical supplies, and dry rations, and the route suggestion engine can be used in rescuing civilians stranded in their homes during floods. The Decision Management System in question was developed as a web application, which is currently being deployed on a local server with improvements underway to best serve the public and authorities.