bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Социальное самочувствие студентов с инвалидностью в городе
Authors: Наберушкина Эльмира Кямаловна , Бессчетнова Оксана Владимировна
Published: April 2024

Изучение проблем людей с инвалидностью находится в междисциплинарном поле, где медицина и физиология соприкасаются с правовыми, урбанистическими, социокультурными аспектами жизнедеятельности, позволяя рассмотреть вопросы инвалидности в новом научном ракурсе. Целью нашего исследования является изучение социального самочувствия студентов с инвалидностью в контексте инклюзивности городского пространства. В статье представлены результаты исследования, проведенного авторами статьи в 2023 г. методом фокус-группы в столичном инклюзивном вузе города Москвы. Методология исследования выстроена в рамках социологии инвалидности и социальной урбанистики. Выборку исследования (n = 40) составили студенты с ограниченными возможностями опорно-двигательного аппарата, приехавшие из средних и малых городов России для получения высшего образования.
Проведенное исследование позволило выделить уровни социального самочувствия студентов с инвалидностью (высокий, средний и низкий) и соотнести их со степенью их социально-психологической безопасности (максимальная, умеренная и минимальная). Эмпирическим путем доказано, что российские города в зависимости от размера (мегаполисы, крупные, средние и малые) оказывают существенное влияние на социальное самочувствие студентов с инвалидностью, что обусловлено, во-первых, разной степенью инклюзивности пространства; во-вторых, различным отношением горожан к молодым инвалидам (позитивное, нейтральное, негативное).
Жизненные стратегии молодых семей (по материалам социологического исследования)
Authors: Благорожева Жанна Олеговна
Published: April 2024

Жизненные стратегии молодых семей являются одним из ключевых направлений социологических исследований, так как именно они характеризуют основные направления развития молодежи и молодых семей. С целью социологического анализа жизненных стратегий молодых семей автором статьи было проведено эмпирическое исследование методом опроса. Объект исследования – молодые семьи города Белгорода.
В ходе исследования проводили замеры жизненных стратегий молодых семей по следующим направлениям: экономические стратегии, репродуктивные стратегии, семейные стратегии, основные проблемы реализации жизненных стратегий. Из проведенного исследования можно сделать выводы: для молодых людей характерен традиционный тип семьи и традиционный ценности; молодые люди считают, что в семье должны быть дети, но желательно один-два ребенка, финансовое благополучие – один из основных факторов полноценного функционирования семьи.
Благодарность: Исследование выполнено в рамках государственного задания FZWG‑2023–0016, тема «Жизненные стратегии молодежи в условиях геополитической трансформации российского пространства», 2023–2025.
Influence of Social Media on Physicians' Behaviors
Authors: Agoulmam1 Ibtihal , Chakor Abdellatif
Published: April 2024

The influence of social media on health-related behaviors is a major research topic. Social media platforms play a crucial role in disseminating health information, thus influencing individuals' perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors towards health and healthcare. These platforms allow quick access to a large amount of information but can also convey inaccurate or misleading information. Social media also enables individuals to share their personal health experiences, which can influence the behavior of other users. Health awareness and promotion campaigns conducted on social media can have a significant impact by reaching a wide audience. Additionally, social media platforms have become popular spaces for healthcare professionals and healthcare organizations to interact with patients, answer their questions, and provide medical advice. However, excessive use of social media can also have negative effects on mental health, including contributing to anxiety, depression, and social isolation. It is therefore crucial to understand how social media shapes health-related behaviors in order to promote healthy behaviors and counter misinformation.
Prototypes of SARS-CoV-2 virus “traps” based on enterosorbents
Authors: Shulmeyster G. A. , Cheburkin Yu. V. , Chekmeneva Yu. D. , Edemskaya E. V. , Bondarenko A. B. , Postnov V. N. , Korolev D. V.
Published: April 2024

Background. Despite the ongoing mutations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the causative agent of the COVID-19 disease, its mechanism of entry into the cell remains unchanged, which can be used to create virus “traps”. Intravenous medications aggravate the symptoms of the disease. An alternative means of combating the virus could be enterosorbents synthesized on nanosized carriers that intercept SARS-CoV-2 directly at the site of its introduction into the body, namely in the gastrointestinal tract.

   Objective. To study and refine the methods of synthesis of different spacer types on the surface of aerosil nanoparticles, immobilization of model protein with the possibility of using the compounds as enterosorbents of SARS-CoV-2 virus.

   Design and method. Aerosil A-200 grade was used as carrier nanoparticles. The chemical composition of the obtained compounds was studied by FTIR spectroscopy. The absorption spectra of the samples were studied using a spectrophotometer. The dimensions of nano-objects were determined by dynamic light scattering. Qualitative and quantitative determination of protein chemisorption on the synthesized particles was carried out.

   Results. Prototypes of SARS-CoV-2 enterosorbents on aerosil particles were developed. The efficacy of the spacers was tested on the model protein, albumin.

   Conclusion. Further research may be directed to the development of an oral drug that reduces the viral load of SARS-CoV-2.
Conceptos de Probabilidad: un Estudio con Estudiantes Colombianos Universitarios
Authors: Valdivieso Miranda Margoth Adriana , Burbano Pantoja Víctor Miguel ´Ángel , Kanobel María Cristina
Published: April 2024

La probabilidad es un concepto complejo de comprender que ha despertado interés en diversos investigadores. Este trabajo tuvo como objetivo, explorar la percepción y los obstáculos presentes en estudiantes que cursaban por primera vez asignaturas relacionadas con probabilidad y estadística en una universidad colombiana. La metodología incluyó elementos de investigación cuantitativa y un diseño descriptivo-exploratorio. Se seleccionó una muestra determinista de 313 estudiantes. El diagnóstico evidenció que un 24,92% de los participantes asocian la probabilidad con los juegos de azar, el 29,39% desconoce su uso en su carrera profesional y un 40,58% en su vida diaria. Los resultados indicaron que su enseñanza ha tenido un carácter determinista con presencia de obstáculos epistemológicos, didácticos y cognitivos. Se concluye que el concepto de probabilidad es relacionado con el conocimiento adquirido en su educación pre universitaria y en sus creencias, requiriéndose la implementación de estrategias didácticas para mejorar sus niveles de comprensión.
Insecticida ecológico proveniente de extractos de Citrus sinensis y Citrus latifolia contra Aedes aegypti
Authors: Jiménez Camacho Ingrid Dayana , Barrera Martínez Laura Valentina , Pardo Cuervo Oscar H. , Segura Guerrero Nidya Alexandra
Published: April 2024

Aedes aegypti, es vector de arbovirus como el dengue, Zika y Chikungunya, constituyendo una amenaza para la salud pública, debido a que las estrategias de control empleadas con insecticidas químicos presentan efectos adversos como la resistencia a estas sustancias y la contaminación de la tierra. Esta investigación evaluó el uso de extractos naturales de Citrus sinensis y Citrus latifoliaobtenidos mediante el método de reflujo con etanol, hexano y cloroformo, evaluando la mortalidad realizando recuentos durante 72 h. Los extractos de C. latifolia, obtenidos con etanol y cloroformo, mostraron alta eficacia como insecticida, alcanzando entre el 75\% y 80\% de mortalidad durante las primeras 12 h, mientras que los extractos de C. sinensis obtenidos con cloroformo y etanol mostraron valores menores al 50\% durante las primeras 24 h, demostrando en ambos casos ser una alternativa prometedora en el control de Ae. Aegypti
Near-Field Thermal Transistor InSb/WSM/InSb
Authors: Villamil-Malagon D. , Moncada-Villa E.
Published: April 2024

Near-field radiative heat transfer has attracted increasing attention in recent years in the development and manufacturing of thermal devices analogous to the building blocks of current microelectronics. In this work, we study theoretically a near-field thermal transistor operating at room temperature. The source and drain were assumed as indium antimonide (InSb) plates, whereas the gate as a Weyl semimetal (WSM). Numerical results computed using the fluctuational electrodynamics framework indicate that the modulation and/or amplification of the heat flux in the considered transistor can be achieved by modifying the gate temperature, and by the action of an external magnetic field upon the system. Results obtained in this work make the proposed near-field thermal transistor a suitable candidate for the contactless devices for the heat flux control and thermal management at nanoscale.
Modelado del núcleo y análisis del funcionamiento de un microreactor Nuclear
Authors: Ricaurte A, D , Igua C, L. , Vargas C, J , Olaya D, H.
Published: April 2024

Esta investigación se centra en un análisis detallado del funcionamiento y modelado del núcleo de un prototipo de microreactor nuclear con características similares al microreactor nuclear eVinci de Westinghouse. Para lograrlo, en primer lugar, se utiliza el software Root_TM para adaptar el espectro de energía bajo el cual opera la fuente de 241Am-Be. En segundo lugar, se emplea la herramienta de simulación Geant4_TM, donde, partiendo de la configuración de un cilindro incrustado en una caja, se establece la celda unidad para obtener una geometría trapezoidal como componente geométrico del núcleo hexagonal del microreactor. Además, en los resultados se presentan los parámetros esenciales de las funciones que posibilitan la reproducción de los datos provenientes de una fuente de 241Am-Be, desempeñando un papel crucial en el inicio de las fisiones nucleares en las barras de combustible de dióxido de uranio UO_2. Por último, se establecen las dimensiones apropiadas de las distintas componentes del núcleo, incluyendo las barras de combustible, los moderadores neutrónicos y los tambores de control localizados en el microreactor.
Unlocking online language education: Opportunities, challenges, and recommendations
Authors: Gedik Bal Nur
Published: April 2024

Advances in technology have significantly augmented the potential of online education, particularly during crises, such as COVID-19, earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods. This qualitative survey study ascertains 150 English-as-a-foreign language (EFL) learners' perceptions of the efficacy of online language education in a preparatory school of a state university after the Kahramanmaraş earthquake in Türkiye in 2023. Data were gathered via an online survey with open-ended inquiries to elicit favourable and adverse experiences and recommendations from students. In order to ensure the thorough and systematic analysis of the collected data, a rigorous methodological approach was employed. Specifically, the data were analyzed through content analysis, facilitated by the MAXQDA. The research outcomes revealed that the participants appreciated online language education for its time-saving nature, comfort, ease of attendance, access to recorded sessions, teacher support, and cost-effectiveness. However, some students also considered online education ineffective and reported challenges, such as technical issues, diminished concentration, lack of motivation and discipline, limited interaction, and class participation. EFL learners also provided suggestions for improving the curriculum, assessment methods, and instructors’ teaching approaches.
Clinical Legal Education and Social Justice: Assessing the Impact on Law Students in a Law Clinic in Nigeria
Authors: Ajagunna Folakemi Olabisi , Byron Ibijoke
Published: April 2024

One of the core missions of clinical legal education is to expose students to the legal needs of society while enhancing access to justice for indigent members of the community. This, the University of Ibadan Women’s Law Clinic (UI-WLC) does by offering pro bono legal aid to indigent women in the community who lack access to justice. In the process, law students are engaged in clinic experiences involving interaction with real clients and conduct of outreach programs for different target audiences within the community. Through these experiences, it is expected that professionalism, empathy, equality and and a sense of fairness is inculcated in the students. Students trained with these values ideally have a strong sense of what is just and fair, and are able to choose careers and lifestyles that support their immediate communities. Since its establishment, the UI-WLC has groomed over 960 law students; and currently has about 120 students spread over third, fourth and fifth year students, however,  an assessment of the impact of social justice values which the clinic seeks to impart to the students through the training they receive at the clinic has not been carried out. This research seeks to achieve this aim through a mixed methods approach. Using a quota sampling method, 90 law graduates were identified and interviewed through self- administered pre-tested questionnaires and in-depth interview guides. Two sessions of focus group discussions were also conducted. Findings in this study revealed how participation in the UI-WLC through various activities and programs has had both positive and negative outcomes for the students. It also showed an aspect of group dynamics which has to be improved upon at the UI-WLC to better equip students to impact the society.
Evaluating the Academic Benefits of Clinical Legal Education: An Analysis of the Final Average Marks of Five Cohorts of LSBU LLB Graduating Students, 2011-2015
Authors: Unger Andy , Evans Catherine , Russell Alan , Bond Matthew
Published: April 2024

This article seeks to contribute to the ongoing pedagogic debate about the aims and benefits of clinical legal education and to do so using a quantitative methodology.
It is the result of a collaborative project within the School of Law & Social Sciences at LSBU, researching whether placements in our Legal Advice Clinic have had any positive impact on Law students’ academic performance. We have analysed the academic results[1] of five cohorts of LLB full-time undergraduates, those graduating from 2011 to 2015,[2] to see whether students who volunteered in our Legal Advice Clinic achieved better grades than those who didn’t. Generally, they do. However, given the fact that places at the clinic are limited and recruitment is selective and to try and eliminate the possibility that the most academically successful students are the most likely to volunteer and be selected, we have controlled for first year average results. Even so, it appears that students who achieve similar grades in their first year are likely to get slightly better final grades, just under 2% better, if they volunteer in our Legal Advice Clinic in their second year.
 
[1] We would like to thank Dr Bond’s Post-graduate student, Joshua Freeman-Birch, who undertook the long hours of date entry to code the results of five cohorts of LLB law students results, to allow the research to be conducted.
[2] Unfortunately, writing up our research has taken longer than we hoped.  Conducting the data analysis and the impact of COVID are the two main reasons.
Ülke Risk Primi İle Enerji Emtia Fiyatları Arasındaki İlişki: Türkiye Örneği
Authors: Kadooğlu Aydın Gülden , Münyas Turgay
Published: April 2024

Bu çalışmada enerji emtia fiyatları (Brend Petrol, Ham petrol ve Doğal Gaz) ile Türkiye’nin Kredi Temerrüt Swap (CDS) primleri arasındaki ilişkinin ölçülmesi amaçlanmıştır. Söz konusu ilişkinin ölçülebilmesi amacıyla [2008.07-2022.08] dönemi aylık verilerine yönelik, Ham Petrol, Brent Petrol ve Doğal Gaz verilerinin CDS üzerindeki uzun dönem ve kısa dönem ilişkiler ele alınmıştır. Bağımlı değişken olarak Kredi Temerrüt Swap (CDS), bağımsız değişken olarak Brend Petrol, Ham Petrol ve Doğal Gaz alınmıştır. Çalışmanın sonucunda Kredi Temerrüt Swap (CDS) üzerinde Brend Petrol’ün etki düzeyinin daha yüksek olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Ham Petrol %1 arttığında CDS değişkeni %6.7 artmakta ve Brend Petrol değişkeni %1 arttığında CDS değişkeni %8.3 artmaktadır. Doğal Gaz değişkeni %1 arttığında CDS değişkeni %5.9 artış göstermektedir. Ayrıca değişkenler arasındaki nedensellik ilişkisi incelendiğinde ise emtia fiyatlarından CDS’e doğru bir nedensellik ilişkisi olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
The Efficacy of Developments in Agriculture and Industry Sectors on Economic Growth in Turkey: ARDL Approach
Authors: Çelik Duygu , Aydın Atilla
Published: April 2024

One of the oldest economic goals of societies around the world is to increase the welfare level of the society. For this reason, the phenomenon of economic growth has been one of the most studied subjects since history. In this work, the efficacy of production in Turkey's agricultural and industrial sectors on economic growth amongst 1980 and 2022 has been investigated. In addition, inflation and trade deficit data are included as control variables. ARDL bounds test was implemented in the work. Accordingly the outcomes of the work, in the first model, when the share of the agricultural sector in GNP increases by 1%, per capita income decreases by approximately 1.13%. A 1% increment in the inflation rate diminishes per capita income by approximately 0.18%. In the second model, the margin of the industrial sector in GNP has an affirmative efficacy on per capita income. The inflation rate, conversely, has a negatory efficacy on per capita income. When the share of the industrial sector increases by 1%, per capita income increases by approximately 4.5%. A 1% increment in the inflation rate diminishes per capita income by approximately 0.5%. The parameters related to international trade deficit are statistically insignificant.
Yeşil Dönüşüm Kapsamında Muhasebede Dijital Arşivlemeye Geçiş: Meslek Mensupları Üzerinde Nitel Bir Araştırma
Authors: Bağdat Aydın
Published: April 2024

Son yıllarda hem iş dünyası hem de sosyal yaşam açısından neredeyse tüm kararlarda çevresel faktörlerin önemi giderek artmaktadır. İklim değişikliği risklerinin giderek artması ile düşük karbon emisyonu, suyun tasarruflu kullanılması ve doğanın korunması uygulamaları her alanda etkisini göstermektedir. Bu etki ile ekonomik sistem içinde bilgi ve iletişim teknolojilerinin kullanımı birçok alanda yeni iş fırsatlarını ortaya çıkartmakta ve yeni avantajlar sunmaktadır. Yaptığı işlerin özünde doküman, kayıt, beyan, kontrol, rapor, tebliğ olan muhasebe alanında da bilgi ve iletişim teknolojilerinin bilinçli kullanımı yeşil dönüşüm kapsamında incelenmesi gereken bir konudur. Çalışma işletmelerde gerçekleştirilen mali olayları kanıtlayan belgelerin muhasebe meslek mensupları veya çalışanları tarafından kaydedilmesi, beyan edilmesi, raporlanması, ve saklanması süreçlerini ele almaktadır. Bu muhasebe dokümanlarının birçoğu kâğıt ortamında basılı belge olarak çıkartılmakta, iletilmekte ve saklanmaktadır. Çalışmanın amacı, yeşil dönüşüm kapsamında muhasebe süreçlerinde kâğıt tüketimini azaltmak için dijital arşivlemenin uygulanabilirliğini değerlendirmektir. Çalışmada 14 muhasebe meslek mensubu ile mülakat yapılarak, elde edilen bilgiler içerik analizi ile incelenmiş ve tema analizi uygulanmıştır. Çalışma sonucunda, muhasebe dokümanlarının kayıt, kontrol, iletim, rapor ve saklama gibi faaliyetleri yerine getirmek üzere kâğıt çıktısının alınmaya devam edildiği görülmektedir.
Yönetim Kurulu Üyelerinin Komite Üyeliklerinin Firma Performansı Üzerine Etkisi: Borsa İstanbul'da İşlem Gören Şirketlerin Analizi
Authors: Özer Gökhan , Merter Abdullah Kürşat , Aktaş Nagihan , Bolat Ahmet
Published: April 2024

Kurumsal yönetim, şirketlerin tüm paydaşlarının çıkarlarını dikkate alarak, şeffaf, hesap verebilir ve performans odaklı kararlar almasını teşvik eden bir yaklaşımdır. Etkili kurumsal yönetim, şirketlerin performansını artırmak, rekabet avantajı sağlamak ve sürdürülebilir büyüme elde etmek için kritik bir öneme sahiptir. Bu bağlamda, yönetim kurulu, şirketin stratejik yönetimine liderlik eden, paydaşlarının güvenini kazanmayı amaçlayan ve şirketin tüm paydaşlarına karşı sorumluluklarını yerine getiren kritik kurumsal yönetim mekanizması olarak öne çıkmaktadır. Yönetim kurulunun görevlerini ve sorumluluklarını başarılı bir şekilde yerine getirebilmesi için, üyelerinin geniş bir deneyim ve bilgi birikimine sahip olması ve aynı zamanda sektörel ve finansal alanlarda uzmanlık kazanmış olması gerekmektedir. Bu özelliklere sahip bireylerin yönetim kurulunda yer almasını sağlamanın en etkili yolu, yönetim kuruluna bağlı komitelerde görev almalarını sağlamaktır. Bu yaklaşım, yönetim kurulu üyelerinin, şirketin karar alma süreçlerinde etkin bir rol oynamalarını sağlayarak, kurumsal yönetim uygulamalarının şirket performansı üzerinde olumlu bir etki yapmasına yardımcı olur. Bunun yanı sıra, komitelerde görev almak, yönetim kurulu üyelerine, şirketin işleyişi ve stratejik hedefleri hakkında daha derin bir anlayış kazandırır. Öte yandan komitelerde görev almanın getirdiği ekstra iş yükü, yönetim kurulu üyelerinin temel görevlerine yeterince odaklanmalarını engelleyerek karar alma sürecini yavaşlatabilir. Aynı zamanda yönetim kurulu üyelerinin diğer görevlerini ihmal etmelerine ve şirketin diğer önemli alanlarında yeterli denetim ve gözetim sağlayamamalarına neden olabilir. Bu çalışma, Türkiye'de Borsa İstanbul’da işlem gören 139 finansal olmayan şirketin verilerini analiz ederek, yönetim kurulu üyelerinin komitelerde görev almasının firma performansı üzerindeki etkisini araştırmaktadır. Sonuçlar, komitelerde görev alan yönetim kurulu üyelerinin oranının firma performansı üzerinde negatif bir etki yarattığını göstermektedir. Bu bulgu, yönetim kurulu üyelerinin, komitelere görevlendirilmeleriyle birlikte daha fazla sorumluluk ve iş yüküyle karşı karşıya kaldıklarını ve bu durumun firma performansını olumsuz yönde etkilediğini ortaya koymaktadır. Aynı zamanda, yönetim kurulu üyelerinin komitedeki görevlendirmeleriyle birlikte temel görevlerinden uzaklaşabildikleri ve firma yönetimine gereken katkıyı yapmakta zorlandıkları da göstermektedir. Bu nedenle, şirketlerin etkili kurumsal yönetim uygulamaları belirlerken, yönetim kurulu üyelerinin komitelerdeki rolünü dikkatlice planlamaları ve dengeli bir yaklaşım benimsemeleri önerilmektedir.
Evaluation of E-Complaints About Balloon Tours in Cappadocia, Turkey
Authors: Demirel İli Nilgün , Deniz Gaye , Çokal Zeynep , Yılmaz Neşe
Published: April 2024

Cappadocia is one of the most well-known balloon tourism destinations in the world. Besides its unique nature, recreational activities make a significant contribution to regional tourism. Taking a hot air balloon ride is an alternative tourism activity that is most preferred in Cappadocia. Satisfaction with the balloon rides is a very important factor in terms of tourists’ intention to revisit the region and recommend it to others, and the image perception of the destination. Therefore, this study aims to analyze e-complaints about businesses organizing balloon tours in Cappadocia and develop solutions for balloon tours specific to Cappadocia. The phenomenological design was preferred as the research design. In order to obtain data on the experience offered by balloon companies, a search was made within the location of "Nevşehir or Cappadocia" according to the "balloon" criterion on the Tripadvisor website, a widely used travel platform, and English comments were reached. According to these criteria, a total of 223 comments were obtained for 25 balloon companies operating in Cappadocia. For data analysis, six main themes and 16 sub-themes were defined in the code system. Content analysis was used as the analysis method. Word frequency, sub-theme frequency, and percentage results of the main and sub-themes were given from the descriptive analyzes carried out. In the analysis, which included 363 codings, it was determined that the most frequently repeated main theme was "Complaints About Flight Experience" and the most frequently repeated sub-theme was "Flight Personnel". As a result of this research on balloon tours, it was seen that the expectations of many tourists were not met and there are complaints at many stages, from reservation to post-flight services.
HAYATIMIZIN KARA MİZAHI BİR-ANTİ KARAKTER OLARAK HAYALET OĞUZ
Authors: Aktaş Hasan
Published: April 2024

Asıl adı Oğuz Haluk Alplaçin olan Hayalet Oğuz (1929-1975); aslen Diyarbakırlı olmasına rağmen Ankara’da doğan, İstanbul’da yaşayan Cumhuriyet döneminin en önemli marjinallerinden biri olarak kabul edilir. Hayalet Oğuz, marjinalliğininin yahut bohemliğinin yanı sıra entelektüel kimliği ile dönemin neredeyse tüm tanınmış entelektüelleri ve sanatçılarıyla içli dışlı olmuş çok yönlü bir anti-karakterdir. Bu makalenin amacı Türk edebiyatı ve entelektüel çevrelerde yer edinmiş Hayalet Oğuz’un sıra dışı hayatını anlatmaktır. Hayalet Oğuz’un bazen kara mizaha kaçan yaşamından fragmanlar sunmaktır. Hayatında; şiir, düzyazı, çeviri ve senoryo gibi değişik yazı türlerini denemesine rağmen telif eser yayımlamayan Hayalet Oğuz daha sonra marjinal yaşamıyla efsaneleşmiş ve edebiyat tarihinde yer edinmiştir. Bu vesileyle onun sıra dışı ve hayaletimsi yaşamında bazı mizahi ve ibretlik anektotlar sunulmaya gayret edilmiştir. Bu günübirlik yaşayan fevkalade figürün yaşam felsefesinin mizahî yönüne göndermede bulunulmuştur. Ayrıca onun birçok yazar, şair ve entelektüel üzerinde bıraktığı etkilere de dikkat çekilmiştir. Bunun yanı sıra Hayalet Oğuz’un efsanevileşme eğiliminde olan bir kişilik olduğu da tartışılmıştır. Nihayet, yaşarken veya öldükten sonra pek çok insanı etkilemeye devam eden ve son derece ilginç hayatıyla film senaryolarına konu olabilecek Hayalet Oğuz’un Türkiye’nin kültür ve edebiyat hayatında ne kadar renkli ve mizahî bir sima olduğu gösterilmeye çalışılmıştır. Bu vesileyle, bundan sonra Hayalet Oğuz’un daha çok entelektüel dünyanın gündeminde olacağı ve tartışılacağını umuyoruz.
Suppressed Ion Chromatographic Analysis of Anionic Macroelements in Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) Diversity Specific to North Maluku
Authors: Amin Muhammad , Liestianty Deasy , Ibrahim Abu Rahmat , Amin Nahdiah , Oktavia Budhi
Published: April 2024

This study proposed an ion chromatography method for analyzing anionic macroelements (fluoride, chloride, nitrite, bromide, nitrate, sulfate, and phosphate), and applied it to nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) diversity to explore the potential of nutmeg as an electrolyte. The analysis method was based on a suppressed conductivity system that simultaneously analyzed the anionic macroelements on Metrohm Supp A 250/4.0 column using 8.0 mM sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) and 0.25 mM sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) as a mixture eluent. Excellent peak resolution and completed separation were achieved within 18 min when the flow rate of the detector was 0.8 mL/min. The peak height with calibration curves at 2.5 ‒ 30.0 mg/L concentration ranges was obtained for all anionic macroelements. All collected nutmeg samples were specific to North Maluku. Based on the standard samples used, the analysis results revealed that only four anionic macroelements (chloride, nitrate, sulfate, and phosphate) were found in the nutmeg samples, and the concentration of each anion (e.g., chloride ion, and so) was different for each type of nutmeg. The highest total of anionic macroelements concentration was found in the Myristica succedanea (1605.05 mg/kg) nutmeg sample, while Myristica specioga had the lowest (661.76 mg/kg). The method was validated regarding the detection limit (LOD) and reproducibility.
Long Term Mnemonic: Keefektifan Teknik Keyword Mnemonic untuk Meningkatkan Memori Jangka Panjang Kosakata Bahasa Inggris
Authors: Alibasya Azzahra Asihputri , Aditya Shakuntala Fatira , Putri Laras Febriana , Dwi Farisandy Ellyana
Published: April 2024

Prodi Psikologi Universitas X banyak menggunakan referensi utama berbahasa Inggris. Keefektifan belajar menjadi berkurang bagi mahasiswa dengan pemahaman bahasa Inggris yang kurang. Pemahaman suatu bahasa terkait dengan memori jangka panjang, yaitu sistem penanggung jawab pada penyimpanan berbagai informasi untuk jangka waktu yang panjang. Untuk membantu seseorang dalam mengorganisasikan memori, seseorang dapat menggunakan teknik mnemonic. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah metode mnemonic dapat membantu mahasiswa untuk meningkatkan long term memory dalam menguasai kosakata bahasa Inggris. Partisipan merupakan mahasiswa aktif Prodi Psikologi Universitas X dengan usia 18 - 22 tahun. Pembagian partisipan ke dalam kelompok eksperimen dan kelompok kontrol dilakukan dengan random assignment dengan randomized blocking. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah modul berisi 35 kosakata bahasa Inggris, mnemonic diberikan pada modul kelompok eksperimen. Posttest pada penelitian ini menggunakan 20 soal pilihan ganda. Setiap jawaban benar diberikan skor 5 dan salah diberikan skor 0, sehingga minimal skor adalah 0 dan maksimal skor adalah 100. Penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa tidak ada perbedaan signifikan (t= 0.97, Sig.=0.17) antara kelompok eksperimen (mean = 69.18, SD = 7.07) dengan kelompok kontrol (mean = 59.23, SD = 7.36). Maka, dapat disimpulkan bahwa teknik mnemonic memberikan perbedaan signifikan dalam pembelajaran kosakata bahasa Inggris.
Peran Mediasi Dogmatisme dalam Hubungan antara Need for Closure dan Intellectual Humility
Authors: Irsal Harifasyah  , Sianipar Agnes
Published: April 2024

Peran Intellectual Humility (IH) – kesadaran bahwa pengetahuan kita terbatas – sangat penting dalam mendorong interaksi dan dialog sosial yang bermakna dalam masyarakat plural. Penelitian sebelumnya menemukan bahwa orang yang membutuhkan jawaban yang cepat dan menghindari situasi ambigu atau perbedaan pendapat (dikenal sebagai individu dengan Need for Closure, atau NFC tinggi) juga memiliki IH yang rendah. Namun ada juga penelitian yang tidak menemukan hubungan signifikan antara NFC dan IH. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui sejauh mana NFC dapat memprediksi IH dan apakah sikap dogmatis memainkan peran mediasi dalam hubungan NFC dan IH. Kami melakukan survei pada 232 orang berusia 17–70 tahun (usia rata-rata = 30,69, SD = 10,98, 55,6% perempuan), dengan menggunakan skala NFC, IH, dan Dogmatisme. Analisis mediasi dengan PROCESS Model 4, menunjukkan bahwa meskipun NFC tidak secara langsung memprediksi IH, NFC secara tidak langsung memprediksi IH melalui mediasi penuh dogmatisme individu. Temuan ini menggarisbawahi peran penting dogmatisme sebagai faktor yang perlu ditargetkan untuk meningkatkan IH. Pembahasan temuan penelitian ini akan menekankan pentingnya pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang faktor-faktor yang dapat mengurangi dogmatisme di masa depan untuk meningkatkan IH dan kualitas wacana sosial dalam masyarakat plural.
Pengembangan Skala Cyberchondria Versi Pendek
Authors: Princen  , Sugianto Dicky , Simanjuntak Erni Julianti
Published: April 2024

Studi ini bertujuan mengembangkan dan memvalidasi versi pendek Cyberchondria Severity Scale (CSS).Cyberchondria adalah perilaku pencarian informasi kesehatan di internet yang berlebihan. Uji Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) digunakan untuk mengidentifikasi struktur faktor skala cyberchondria. Hasil uji asumsi awal menunjukkan skala layak untuk dianalisis faktor (KMO > 0,5;
Effectiveness and Satisfaction of Virtual Dissection on Medical Students: Randomized Controlled Trials Compared to Cadaver Dissection
Authors: Yun Young Hyun , Kwon Hyeok Yi , Jeon Su Kyoung , Jon Yu Mi , Park Min Jung , Shin Dong Hoon , Choi Hyung Jin
Published: April 2024

Recent technological advancements have revolutionized medical education, leading to a decline in traditional cadaver dissection. This study aims to investigate the academic performance and satisfaction of students by comparing the effectiveness of virtual and cadaver dissections. This study involved 154 first-year medical students who participated in Human Anatomy and Neuroanatomy laboratories. A curriculum using head-mounted displays (HMDs), life-sized touchscreens, and tablets, was developed. Through crossover randomized controlled trials, students were randomly assigned to virtual (virtual dissection à cadaver dissection) or cadaver (cadaver dissection à virtual dissection) groups. Data collected evaluated academic performance and student satisfaction through quizzes and surveys.In the Human Anatomy laboratory, the cadaver group for each class differed in heart extraction, dissection, and observation. In observation class, the virtual group had a significantly higher quiz score than the cadaver group. In other classes, no significant differences were observed. Compared to the cadaver, satisfaction was significantly higher for HMD (esthetics and immersion), life-size touchscreen (esthetics, understanding of the concept, and spatial ability), and tablets (esthetics, understanding of the concept, spatial ability, and continuous use intention). In the Neuroanatomy laboratory, the virtual group showed significantly higher quiz scores than the cadaver group. Compared to using cadavers, tablets showed a significantly higher satisfaction for esthetics, understanding of the concept, and spatial ability. These findings indicate that virtual dissection can supplement or replace cadaver dissections in medical education. This study is innovative in that it successfully delivered scenario-based virtual content and validated the efficacy in academic performance and satisfaction when using virtual devices compared to handling cadavers.Trial registration:This research has been registered in the Clinical Research Information Service (CRIS, https://cris.nih.go.kr/cris/search/detailSearch.do?search_lang=E&focus=reset_12&search_page=L&pageSize=10&page=undefined&seq=26002&status=5&seq_group=26002) with registration number "KCT0009075" and registration date "27/12/2023".
Seismic oolitic beach identification using a hybrid signed pressure force active contour model in the Northeastern Sichuan Basin, China
Authors: Li Siyao , Huang Xuri , Tang Shuhang , Wu Guanghui , Feng Liang
Published: April 2024

Oolitic beach in Triassic Feixianguan formation is one of the majority reservoirs in the Northeastern Sichuan Basin. The precise delineation of the oolitic beach distribution using seismic data is important for characterizing the potential of gas reservoirs. Current identification workflow requires manually interpretation using seismic attributes, which is interpreter dependent and labor consuming. We propose an automatic oolitic beach identification method based on Signed Pressure Force Active Contour Model (SPFACM). To corporate with the seismic attributes, we modify SPFACM by adding an extra signed pressure force driven by the automatic threshold constraint and name it hybrid signed pressure force active contour model (HSPFACM). The automatic threshold value is defined by the maximum change of inner region variance, which approximates the outline of oolitic beaches, enhancing the stability and effectiveness of HSPFACM. We test the proposed method using field data in Northeastern Sichuan Basin. The study shows that the most sensitive attribute to characterize oolitic beach is the maximum peak amplitude, and the HSPFACM can effectively identify the oolitic beaches using this attribute. The well log interpretation shows that our identification result agrees with the locations of gas reservoirs. The accuracy of our method outperforms three state of art ACMs. The segmentation result shows that the oolitic beaches predominantly developed within the sea trough, and their occurrence decreases towards the platform margin, which agrees with the geological understanding.
Integration of Smart Insoles for Gait Assessment in Exoskeleton-assisted Rehabilitation
Authors: D'Arco Luigi , Wang Haiying , Zheng Huiru
Published: April 2024

A robotic exoskeleton enables individuals with limited or no mobility to engage in moderate exercises, promoting physical fitness and overall well-being. Exoskeletons, however, do not provide insights into gait patterns monitoring and analysis over time. This study proposes the integration of smart insoles as a cost-effective and non-invasive assistant for gait assessment in exoskeleton-assisted rehabilitation. The study, spanning 12 weeks, comprised three assessment sessions involving a total of 10 participants, including three healthy individuals, one stroke, one spinal cord injury, one traumatic brain injury, and four multiple sclerosis subjects. Gait phases were identified using a Finite State Machine with transitions guided by the predictions of a fuzzy c-means clustering algorithm. Kinematic and kinetic analyses highlighted disparities in stride time, cadence, stance time, and the trajectories of the centre of pressure. Despite these differences, individuals with multiple sclerosis showed no statistical differences from healthy subjects, underscoring the influence of the exoskeleton even in the absence of lower limb power. An analysis of acceptability demonstrated that participants found the smart insoles comfortable and expressed a willingness to employ them for future rehabilitation purposes. In conclusion, smart insoles can provide additional insights about users' gait compared to exoskeletons alone, allowing the progress of individuals involved in rehabilitation to be assessed over time, and helping clinicians to develop tailored rehabilitation plans.
Synthesis and characterization of acid-treated melem and graphitic carbon nitride catalysts for biodiesel production
Authors: Kim Sung Eun , Kim Deok Keun , Lee Kwan-Young , Kim Hak Joo
Published: April 2024

Conventional homogeneous catalysts exhibit rapid reaction kinetics and affordability but face challenges including the cumbersome separation of catalysts, product purification complexities, and the generation of wastewater. In response, acid-treated melem and graphitic carbon nitride catalysts have been explored as heterogeneous alternatives for the esterification of oleic acid. Melamine, characterized by its repeating C-N bonds, is synthesized via thermal polymerization, began to condensed into melem and leading to further condensation into carbon nitride. The unique graphitic structure and nitrogen content confer upon carbon nitride enhanced chemical and thermal stability, as well as the potential for chemical modifications. In this investigation, oxygen-containing functional groups were introduced to the carbon nitride framework through a singular acid treatment coupled with sonication. The resulting catalysts were comprehensively characterized employing X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and temperature-programmed desorption/mass spectroscopy (NH3-TPD/MS).
Association of MTHFR C677T with Obesity in Human Female Population
Authors: Rani Rakhshanda , Irfan Muhammad
Published: April 2024

Background
Obesity, characterized by an increase in body mass index (BMI), is recognized as a substantial contributor to chronic diseases. South Asian countries including Pakistan are experiencing a rise in obesity rates. Various research works have established association between metabolic disorders, such as obesity, and specific genetic variations known as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). The hypothalamo-pituitary-thyroid axis plays a crucial role in regulating metabolic processes within the human body. Dysfunction at any level of this axis hierarchy can result in metabolic disorders such as obesity. This study aims to investigate the potential link between a particular SNP in the MTHFR gene and obesity (measured by BMI) specifically in female individuals.
Methods
This study enrolled both obese and non-obese females who were attending hospitals in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Information regarding socio-demographic details, physical health status, and lifestyle factors was gathered through a standardized questionnaire. Blood samples were collected for DNA extraction using the conventional phenol-chloroform method. Specific primers were designed and optimized for the target gene. PCR-amplified products were then digested using a specific restriction enzyme to identify polymorphisms. The resulting fragments were separated by electrophoresis on agarose gel stained with ethidium bromide, and UV transillumination was used to visualize the results. Allele frequencies of the C to T polymorphism were determined by counting the alleles from gel electrophoresis analysis. The Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium of the alleles in the population was assessed using chi-square analysis. Logistic regression analysis, adjusted for confounding factors such as age and socioeconomic characteristics, was employed to evaluate the association between the polymorphism and BMI. Statistical significance was defined as a p-value of < 0.05.
Results
“We found no relation between the MTHFR C677T and obesity in women.”
Conclusion
we did not find any relationship of Mthfr C677T with obesity in human females. Some other factors such as lifestyle and eating habits along with genetics are responsible for obesity.
In-Depth Analysis of a Solar Panel Performance: Efficiency and Productivity Methods Examination Based on Numerical Model and Emotional Artificial Neural Network
Authors: Basem Ali , Opakhai Serikzhan , Elbarbary Zakaria Mohamed Salem , Atamurotov Farruh , Benti Natei Ermias
Published: April 2024

This article presents an analysis and evaluation of the performance of a standard 200 W solar cell, with a particular emphasis on the energy and exergy aspects of the cell. A numerical model and a novel machine-learning model (Emotional Artificial Neural Network) were employed to simulate and ascertain the electrical characteristics of the system, encompassing the open-circuit voltage, short-circuit current, system resistances, maximum power point characteristics, and characteristic curves. A novel approach has yielded mathematical equations capable of calculating efficiency levels. The system's operational and electrical parameters, along with environmental conditions such as solar radiation, wind speed, and ambient temperature, were empirically observed and documented during a day. A comparative analysis was conducted to validate the model by comparing its results with the data provided by the manufacturer and the data gathered through experimental means. During the duration of the trial, spanning from 7:00 to 17:00, the results indicate that the energy efficiency rate exhibited variations within a range of 10.34 to 14.00 percent. The average energy efficiency assessed throughout this time period was found to be 13.6 percent. During the duration of the experiment, the degree of exergy efficiency exhibited variability, ranging from 13.57 to 16.41 percent, with an average value of 15.70 percent. Furthermore, the results of the EANN model indicate that the suggested method to forecasting energy, exergy, and power is feasible for simulating problems at a reduced computational expense compared to the numerical model.
Chemical profiling and effects of extracts from Laminaria japonica and Ulva prolifera on rooting and seedling development of common bean
Authors: Ribeiro César Freitas , Costa Geovanna de Oliveira , Cardoso Flávia Kauduinski , Santos Alessandro Antônio dos , De Freitas Mateus Brusco , Sandjo Louis Pergaud , Stadnik Marciel João
Published: April 2024

Seaweed extracts contain a high content of diverse bioactive compounds that can stimulate growth and metabolism of plants. Thus, this study aimed to perform the chemical characterization of Laminaria japonica (LLE) and Ulva prolifera (ULE) liquid extracts and to assay their impact on seed germination and seedling development of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.). Ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS) identified 10 and 17 chemical compounds in liquid extracts L. japonica and U. prolifera, respectively. Soaking common bean seeds with LLE or ULE increased the germination and seedling vigour. Both seaweed treatments also resulted in increased rooting, fresh weight, and length of roots and shoots in common bean seedlings. Soaking common bean seeds with LLE or ULE modified the protein, carbohydrate, and amino acid content of common bean roots and shoots, as well as the α-amylase activity in roots. Sugars (mannitol and sucrose), organic acids (malic acid), and amino acids found in both seaweed extracts may exert effects on common bean seeds and seedlings, particularly on root development. Additionally, gibberellin, which is also found in ULE, could play a role in these effects. These results accurately describe the biochemical compounds present in two seaweed biostimulants and their effects on common bean seeds and plants.
Facies distribution, paleoenvironment and hydrocarbon potential of Kanawa Member of Pindiga Formation, Gongola Basin, Northern Benue Trough, Nigeria
Authors: Hamis Muhammad Bello , Yandoka Babangida M. Sarki , Usman Musa Bappah
Published: April 2024

The Gongola sub-basin is a frontier inland sedimentary basin which consists of Cretaceous to Tertiary sediments, believed to have been deposited in continental to coastal shallow marine complex. The Kanawa Member of Pindiga Formation is a sequence of limestone and shale. Sedimentology, facies analysis, biostratigraphy, thermal maturity assessment and kerogen typing was conducted on these strata with an objective of determining the paleoenvironment, age, and hydrocarbon potential. The sediments consist of mainly wackestone and packestone facies, shallow marine foraminiferal which suggestthat the Kanawa Member was deposited in coastal-shallow marine setting, preferably ramp facies succession under low-energy condition. the presence of Ammobaculites subcretacea, Haplophragmoides bauchensis, Haplophragmoides pindigensis, Haplophragmoides excavata, Ammobaulites pindigensis, Ammobaculites bauchensis, Ammobaculites gombensis, Ammobaculites benuensis Ammoastuta nigeriana, Reophax guineana and Miliammina pindigensis foraminiferal assemblages, indicating Late Cretaceous age. Hydrocarbon potential is interpreted to be gas prone although, minor oil could be expected. These correspond to temperature range (TAI values) of 60 to 75 indicating thermally matured for both oil and gas generation.
Delayed drug-induced catatonia in an adolescent girl – clinical implications: A case report
Authors: Winerdal Max , Skordas Konstantinos , Lidehäll Anna Karin , Wilhelmsdotter Carin , Strömbergsson Helena
Published: April 2024

Background: Catatonia is a potential lethal condition, that has been rarely described in children and adolescents. Due to the severity and rarity of the condition, there are no randomized controlled trials investigating pharmaceutical treatment options. Clinicians therefore rely mainly on clinical practice and case reports.
Case Presentation: 17-year athletic girl with no previous contact with child- and adolescent
psychiatry, nor any previous drug abuse. Falling ill with confusion and mydriasis after a trip
with peers where the patient used mephedrone as recreational drug. Deteriorating condition with waxy, stiff movements and immobilization. The patient was after a few weeks care diagnosed with catatonia. When the condition was confirmed with lorazepam test, treatment with a high dosage of lorazepam in combination with mementin and lithum was initiated. This resulted in a regression of the symptoms. After six weeks the patient could be discharged from the hospital almost fully recovered.
Conclusions: It may be difficult to recognize the symptoms of catatonia. There may be a delayed onset of catatonic symptoms after intake of drugs. It is safe to use mementin as an adjuvant to the treatment of catatonia.