bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Penggunaan Chat GPT terhadap Minat Belajar Mahasiswa
Authors: Risatun Nada  , Kamelia Kamelia  , Muhammad Rifky  , Muhammad Sulaiman
Published: January 2025

One of the technologies that is currently widely used is ChatGPT, a chatbot that utilizes AI in its operations. One of the impacts that needs to be considered is the decline in students' interest in reading. Students' interest in learning can decrease due to the convenience offered by ChatGPT through services that use natural human language. The purpose of this study is to determine and analyze the effect of using ChatGPT on students' interest in learning and to identify other factors that can affect students' interest in learning. Overall, the use of Chat GPT technology in education has great potential to improve the quality of teaching and learning. However, the challenges associated with the use of this technology also need to be handled properly so that it can be used optimally and does not have a negative impact on the educational process. The use of Chat GPT can make it easier for users to understand and obtain information so that it helps learning activities, but on the other hand, the use of technology, in this case Chat GPT, needs to be used wisely in order to uphold the values ​​of honesty and originality in the academic world. Hopefully, more technology will be present as facilities that can help students' learning activities so that the presence of technology can have a positive effect on their interest in learning.
Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Prokrastinasi Akademik Mahasiswa (Dewasa Awal) : Tinjauan Sistematik
Authors: Ilbasit Taqiyah  , Dalila Zati Amani
Published: January 2025

Academic procrastination is a common phenomenon among students, especially in the early adulthood stage, which can have a negative impact on academic performance and psychological well-being. This research aims to conduct a systematic review of the factors that influence academic procrastination in students in the early adulthood stage. This review includes an analysis of various empirical studies published over a certain period of time, with a focus on identifying factors that contribute to procrastination behavior. The results of the review show that there are two factors that greatly influence academic procrastination, namely self-efficacy and time management.
Upaya Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam dalam Mengatasi Penyimpangan Perilaku Siswa di SMPN 03 Padang Panjang
Authors: Mutiara Iqlima  , Taufik Rahman  , Zulfikri Zulfikri
Published: January 2025

Teachers hold a crucial responsibility in every stage of students' development, including intellectual and spiritual growth. This role is vital in fostering students' emotional maturity, enabling them to adapt to changes and advancements in their environment. This study aims to explore the efforts of Islamic Religious Education (IRE) teachers in addressing behavioral deviations among students at SMP Negeri 03 Padang Panjang. The research employs a descriptive qualitative method by gathering information through interviews, observations, personal documents, notes, and other relevant materials. The identified forms of student behavioral deviations at SMP Negeri 03 Padang Panjang include smoking, bullying, lack of attention and concern toward teachers during lessons, failure to complete assignments, disrespectful behavior and lack of politeness, absence from congregational prayers, bringing mobile phones to school without permission, skipping classes, and using inappropriate language.
Implementasi Pembelajaran Bilingual dalam Skill Bahasa Peserta Didik di SDI Kreatif The Naff Mojoroto Kediri
Authors: Rima Andriani
Published: January 2025

Bilingual learning in the current era of globalization, especially in English, plays an important role in international communication in various fields such as development, technology, economy, and education. With globalization, the need for English language skills is increasingly felt. The introduction of foreign language education is an important step in answering the demands of the globalization era. The purpose of this study was to determine the interactive process in bilingual learning in students' language skills, creative strategies in bilingual learning in students' language skills, and productivity in bilingual learning in students' language skills at SDI Kreatif The Naff Mojoroto Kediri. This research uses a qualitative approach and descriptive research type. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the study explain: The interactive process at SDI Kreatif The Naff Kediri starts with using simple words and phrases to communicate in two languages. In this case, using speakers for vocabulary addition every day, the basic stage of learning alphabets, and the addition of two vocabularies from learning alphabets, as well as one word that they like for each letter of the alphabet. Creative strategies at SDI Kreatif The Naff Kediri in implementing bilingual use strategies such as labeling in each class, students doing recalling and greeting at the end of KBM, and participating in spelling bee competitions and others. The productivity of bilingual learning at SDI Kreatif The Naff Kediri is optimized by using laptop media, participating in study tours, compiling reports, and reading the results of reports in bilingual.
Morphometrics of Four Genital traits in Some Philippine Populations of the Asian Corn Borer, Ostrinia furnacalis (Guenee) (Lepidoptera:Crambidae)
Authors: Sapin Gelyn D. , Caoili Barbara L. , Recuenco-Adorada Jessamyn D.
Published: January 2025

The morphometrics of four genital traits were examined among the 27 local populations of Asian corn borer (ACB), Ostrinia furnacalis (Guenee). Comparison in measurements of genital traits, namely: aedeagus, sacculus and valva lengths and clasper width, showed significant differences among and within the local populations compared. Cluster analysis based on percent correct classification revealed four groups within ACB populations with 96% accuracy,-However, the more sensitive jackknife correct classification analysis revealed that the groups formed were 85% accurate. The results also showed that groups were formed regardless of geographical distance. The variations in genital traits of the different ACB populations can be attributed possibly to their adaptive mechanisms to their respective localities.
Annealing effect on the structural and optical properties of black chromium electrodeposited from the Cr(III) bath
Authors: Survilienė Svetlana , Juškėnas Remigijus , Jasulaitienė Vitalija , Selskienė Aušra , Češūnienė Asta , Suchodolskis Artūras , Karpavičienė Violeta
Published: January 2025

Black chromium coatings were deposited on a steel substrate from the Cr(III) electrolyte containing ZnO as a second main component. The changes in the physical and optical properties of the sample owing to thermal degradation were examined by X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and spectrophotometry. The coatings were annealed at a temperature of 600 °C in a nitrogen atmosphere for 2 hours to study the influence of annealing temperature on the structural, chemical and optical properties of black chromium. It has been found that the chromium solid solution in zinc of a hexagonal structure (hcp) along with that of zinc in chromium (bcc) may be formed during the electrodeposition of black chromium. The annealed black chromium was found to have dendrite-like ZnO and ZnCr2O4 particles of a crystalline structure and a small amount of Fe2O3, which is the result of oxidation of the steel substrate during the annealing process. Besides, a small quantity of iron atoms from the substrate was found to be incorporated into the ZnCr2O4 lattice. Therefore, the XRD patterns showed the presence of FeCrZnO4. The analysis of the near-surface layers suggests that as-deposited black chromium is rich in hydroxides of both chromium and zinc and contains inclusions of metallic chromium, whereas after annealing of the sample the oxides become dominant in the absence of metallic Cr. The optical properties were characterized by the reflectance spectral measurements of the black coatings. The optical measurements have shown that the samples annealed at 600 °C exhibited a lower absorptivity compared to that for as-deposited black chromium, which depicted good absorptance properties for the absorption of solar energy. An increase in reflectance after annealing of the samples was found to be arising from the diffusion of the substrate material (Fe) into black chromium and the changes in the chemical composition and structure of the deposit. These findings confirm some of earlier observations and provide new information relating to the ability of black Cr–Zn coatings to collect solar energy.
Pt-CeO2/C and Pt-Nb2O5/C as electrocatalysts for ethanol electro-oxidation
Authors: Kepenienė Virginija , Tamašauskaitė-Tamašiūnaitė Loreta , Vaičiūnienė Jūratė , Pakštas Vidas , Norkus Eugenijus
Published: January 2025

The aim of this study was to investigate the activity of CeO2/C and Nb2O5/C supported platinum nanoparticles composites, prepared by the rapid microwave synthesis method, towards the oxidation of ethanol in an alkaline medium. The electrocatalytic activity of the Pt-CeO2/C and Pt-Nb2O5/C catalysts with respect to the electro-oxidation of ethanol was investigated by means of cyclic voltammetry. The electrochemical behaviour of the synthesized catalysts towards the oxidation of ethanol was compared with that of a carbon supported bare Pt catalyst. X-ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy were used to determine the structure, shape and the size of catalysts particles. Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES) was employed to determine the composition of the synthesized catalysts.It has been found that the both investigated Pt-CeO2/C and Pt-Nb2O5/C catalysts show a higher activity towards the electro-oxidation of ethanol when compared with that of the Pt/C catalyst, the Pt- Nb2O5/C catalyst being most active.
Static headspace-gas chromatographic analysis of volatile yogurt components
Authors: Vičkačkaitė Vida , Jasas Donatas
Published: January 2025

Static headspace-gas chromatographic analysis is suggested for acetaldehyde, ethanol, acetone, and acetoin determination in yogurt. Headspace extraction conditions were optimized: thermostatting at 90 °C temperature for 20 min, pressurisation for 2 min, injection for 0.09 min. Prior to the headspace extraction, yogurt was diluted with water. For the quantification of the analytes a standard addition method was applied.
Conditions to obtain results analysing a small amount of plant material by EDXRF
Authors: Taraškevičius Ričardas , Radžiūnienė Jolanta , Zinkutė Rimantė , Petrauskienė Audronė , Jankauskaitė Margarita
Published: January 2025

Topsoil and plant material from two plots are investigated. One of the plots was fertilised with wastewater treatment sludge. Normalised intensities (In) of Na, Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Cl, K, Ca, Mn, Fe, Ni, Cu, Zn, Rb, Sr, Mo, Cr, Br obtained by EDXRF measuring, with or without a Mylar film, the pressed pellets prepared from plant material ashed at 240 °C using different dilution factors (DF) are compared. Plant material included mainly Festuca rubra and Calamagrostis epigejos. In values of Mg, Cr, Ni, Na, Al, P, S, Cl significantly decreased when measuring with the Mylar film, those of Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Cl, K, Ca, Mn, Fe, Zn, Br, Rb, Sr usually significantly decreased with greater dilution of material. It is quite possible to use DF = 0.25 for the preparation of pellets, but it is better to measure without the Mylar film. Despite the influence of plant sample preparation and measurement ways on In, the following group of elements with higher than 1.3 times content in the plants of the fertilised plot compared to that of the background plot was distinguished: Zn, Ni, Cu, S, P, Si, Rb, Sr. The contents of these elements, except Si and Rb, also increase in soil of this plot.
Simple and efficient synthesis of new N(3)-, O- and S-substituted 2-methylthio-6-phenylpyrimidin-4(3H)-one based derivatives
Authors: Burbulienė Milda Malvina , Dargytė Julita , Maldutytė Eglė  , Vainilavičius Povilas
Published: January 2025

Reactions of sodium salt of 2-methylthio-6-phenylpyrimidin-4(3H)-one with chloroacetone, ω-bromoacetophenone and methyl bromoacetate in different solvents were studied. Regioselective N(3)-alkylation took place in tetrachloromethane at reflux, while in dimethylformamide at ambient temperature O-acylmethyl derivatives were obtained. 2-Methylthio-6-phenylpyrimidine-4(3H)-thione reacted with chloroacetone and ω-bromoacetophenone in a sodium methoxide–methanol solution to give the corresponding S-substituted derivatives. Oxidation reactions of the resulting N(3)-, O- and S-acylmethyl derivatives with hydrogen peroxide in acetic acid were discussed.
HIỆU QUẢ PHẪU THUẬT VÁ MÀNG NHĨ BẰNG CÂN CƠ THÁI DƯƠNG TRONG ĐIỀU TRỊ VIÊM TAI GIỮA MẠN CÓ THỦNG NHĨ: KINH NGHIỆM TẠI BỆNH VIỆN ĐA KHOA CÀ MAU
Authors: Trần Thanh Nhẹ , Nguyễn Đăng Quốc Chấn , Dương Hữu Nghị , Nguyễn Tiến Dũng
Published: January 2025

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá kết quả phẫu thuật vá màng nhĩ bằng cân cơ thái dương trong điều trị viêm tai giữa mạn có thủng nhĩ tại khoa Tai Mũi Họng, Bệnh viện Đa khoa Cà Mau.
Phương pháp: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang, tiến cứu có phân tích được thực hiện trên 49 bệnh nhân viêm tai giữa mạn có thủng nhĩ, được phẫu thuật vá nhĩ bằng cân cơ thái dương từ tháng 4/2016 đến tháng 7/2017.
Kết quả: Tỷ lệ nữ (69,4%) cao hơn nam (30,6%). Nhóm tuổi từ 18 – 50 chiếm tỷ lệ cao nhất với 71,4%, nhóm trên 50 tuổi là 28,6%. Điếc dẫn truyền chiếm tỷ lệ cao nhất (81,6%), điếc hỗn hợp chiếm 10,2%. Mức độ giảm thính lực trung bình là 39,29 dB ± 17,02, với các mức độ gồm điếc nhẹ 53,1%, vừa 24,5%, nặng 6,1%, đặc 2%. Tỷ lệ lành màng nhĩ sau 3 tháng là 95,9%, thính lực trung bình sau phẫu thuật 3 tháng đạt 29,80 dB ± 16,68, cải thiện trung bình 9,49 dB. Kết quả sau mổ 3 tháng cho thấy 67% trường hợp tốt, 28,6% trung bình, và 4,1% kém.
Kết luận: Sử dụng cân cơ thái dương trong phẫu thuật vá nhĩ cho tỷ lệ thành công cao.
ПЕТРО ШЕЛЕСТ В ПОЛІТИЧНІЙ ІСТОРІЇ УКРАЇНИ ХХ СТОЛІТТЯ
Authors:   CENTER FOR UKRAINIAN STUDIES, CENTRE FOR EAST EUROPEAN STUDIES, UNIVERSITY OF WARSAW/INSTITUTE OF POLITICAL AND ETHNONATIONAL STUDIES, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF UKRAINE., ШАПОВАЛ ЮРІЙ
Published: January 2025

Artykuł poświęcony jest jednemu z najciekawszych i najbardziej ambiwalentnych graczy na czele historii politycznej Ukrainy XX wieku.
Autor analizuje drogę życiową, cechy osobiste i linię polityczną Petra Szelesta, który stał na czele Komitetu Centralnego Komunistycznej Partii Ukrainy
w latach 1963‒1972. Bronił interesów Ukrainy, domagał się od kierownictwa
Moskwy przestrzegania oficjalnie deklarowanych zasad w stosunkach między
centrum a ówczesnymi republikami związkowymi. To, podobnie jak starania
konkurentów politycznych, stworzyło u Shelesta wizerunek „nadmiernego”
ukraińskiego patrioty, który rzekomo pielęgnuje plany większej „autonomizacji” Ukrainy, nie sprzeciwia się „ukraińskiemu nacjonalizmowi”. Artykuł zawiera
próbę narysowania realistycznego portretu Petra Shelesta, dekonstrukcji mitów
i stereotypów na jego temat.
Penguatan Karakter Siswa di Era Society 5.0 untuk Mewujudkan Generasi Cerdas dan Berintegritas
Authors: Iqbal  , Nurjannah  , Syafriadi  , Saputri Yuni , Nurdiana  , Mauliza Suci
Published: January 2025

Strengthening student character is an important effort in forming a generation that is intelligent and has integrity, especially in the Society 5.0 era which is marked by technological advances and the industrial revolution. This community service report aims to provide understanding to students at SMAN 2 Indrajaya, class 3 of SMA, regarding the importance of character in facing global challenges. This service involves lecturers and students of the Pancasila and Citizenship Education Study Program, using learning methods based on discussions, lectures and character values ​​simulations. The results of the activity show that students can better understand the importance of moral values, ethics and responsibility in everyday life. It is hoped that this character formation can support the creation of a generation that is not only intelligent in academic aspects, but also has high integrity.
Politiques Conjoncturelles et Effort Fiscal dans les Pays d’Afrique Subsaharienne
Authors: Adido Karim , Agbodji Akoété E. , Alinsato Alastaire
Published: January 2025

Mots-clés : Effort Fiscal, Politiques Conjoncturelles, Afrique Subsaharienne.
Résumé
Cet article examine empiriquement l’impact des politiques conjoncturelles sur l’effort fiscal en
utilisant les données d’un échantillon de 40 pays d’Afrique Subsaharienne. En adoptant
l’approche en deux étapes, nous estimons le potentiel fiscal et l’effort fiscal à travers
l’estimateur du common correlated effect mean group (CCEMG) à variables instrumentales
(IV). Les résultats indiquent que la valeur ajoutée de l’agriculture, l’ouverture économique et
la valeur ajoutée du secteur pétrolier sont les principaux déterminants structurels du ratio fiscal.
Il est estimé un effort fiscal moyen de 100,44% du potentiel fiscal pour l’ensemble de
l’échantillon. Nous montrons également l’inflation a un effet négatif sur l’effort fiscal alors que
la politique budgétaire est plus efficace en matière d’amélioration de l’effort fiscal par le biais
des dépenses publiques de santé. Ces résultats suggèrent que les pays d’Afrique Subsaharienne
doivent mettre l’accent sur les dépenses publiques d’investissement et un meilleur contrôle de
l’inflation afin d’espérer un meilleur effort fiscal.
Augmentation of Collaborative Learning for Design (Engineering) Subjects in Remote Learning
Authors: Winson V.R.V. , Narayana S.T.V. , Sailaja S.V. , Kashyap A.M.N.
Published: January 2025

The learning process involves sub-skills and socio-cognitive domains that are integrated into the basis of other learning processes. The current understanding of the knowledge production process entails shared cognitive responsibilities and active participation by learners in a group to develop and exchange new theories and information via online platforms. COVID-19 has prompted the education sector to create innovative methods to adequately equip students to meet international standards and tackle critical societal issues. Educators must create a conducive environment for students to learn and develop skills. Creating student learning groups (SLGs) is an intelligent decision to encourage collaboration within traditional education settings. However, further information about its use in remote learning is necessary. Effective collaborative learning methodologies are essential for studying online design-based disciplines like civil and mechanical engineering. This article explains how to teach fundamental learning ideas to kids. Studying the suitability of collaborative learning in specific design-based courses involves assessing the significance of self-efficacy and group work abilities and investigating theoretical concepts, virtual laboratories, and small projects overseen by educators following the Board of Indian Standards (I.S) Codes. This paper suggests necessary actions to tackle specific challenges in the education system.  This study's findings indicate that students' receptiveness to online collaborative learning is greatly influenced by their attitude toward online learning and their experience level. The assessment results showed that the integration of online collaborative learning (OCL) positively influenced their overall development in terms of topic knowledge.
Adopting the Blue Green Economy Term to Achieve SDGs in Digital Learning: Opportunities and Challenges for Indonesia
Authors: Sungkawati Endang , Uthman Yusuf Olawale Owa-Onire
Published: January 2025

This study examines the adoption of the "Blue Green Economy" concept to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through digital learning in Indonesia. Utilizing a systematic literature review (SLR), this research analyzes 50 peer-reviewed articles focusing on the integration of Blue Green Economy principles into digital education. The methodology includes stringent inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the reliability and validity of the findings. Key opportunities identified include the potential for digital platforms to disseminate environmental education widely and the role of innovative technologies in promoting sustainable practices. Challenges highlighted encompass inadequate digital infrastructure, limited educator training, and resource scarcity. The study specifically addresses SDGs 4 (Quality Education), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and 13 (Climate Action), demonstrating how the Blue Green Economy can facilitate these goals. Recommendations for overcoming challenges include government policies to enhance digital infrastructure, private sector investment in educational technology, and community-driven initiatives for teacher training. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, this study posits that the Blue Green Economy can be effectively integrated into digital learning, thus supporting both environmental and economic sustainability in Indonesia.
Edu-Connect: Transforming MSU Marawi Education through Social Media Networks
Authors: Abao Jalal M. , Al-Mounaim Tareeq A. , Pacasum Hafida M. , Saidamen Isoden , Viray Marecon C. , Gogo Hosnie B.
Published: January 2025

The study investigates the role of Social Media Networks (SMN) as educational platforms at Mindanao State University, Marawi City, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to answer three key questions: the common SNM used by students in online classes, their perceptions of SNM, and the effects of integrating SNM based on the Triple E framework (Engagement, Enhancement, Extension of learning objectives). A quantitative descriptive design with a validated survey questionnaire was employed, involving 104 students from the first semester of the 2021-2022 Academic Year. Data analysis included frequencies, percentages, weighted averages, and correlation tests. Results showed that Google, Messenger, and Facebook were the most frequently used SNM. About 85% of respondents had basic SNM knowledge, facilitating their adaptation to online learning. According to the Triple E framework, 78% demonstrated high engagement, 82% reported enhanced learning objectives, and 75% experienced expanded understanding through SNM. The study underscores the significance of integrating SNM into online learning. Recommendations include structured training on SNM usage, enhancing student-lecturer communication via SNM, limiting gadget use to combat digital fatigue (reported by 60% of students), innovating online learning methods, and optimizing SNM use by lecturers and staff for better material accessibility.
Digital Literacy: Empowering Individuals in the Digital Age
Authors: Hussain Nazar , Phulpoto Shumaila
Published: January 2025

This research aims to explore and measure the impact of digital literacy in empowering individuals in the digital era, focusing on various demographics, including students, working professionals, and the general public. Digital literacy is accessing, evaluating, producing, and communicating information using digital technology. Using a mixed approach, this research integrates qualitative and quantitative methods to provide a comprehensive analysis. An online survey with 500 respondents, in-depth interviews with 30 workers from various sectors, and analysis of relevant literature were carried out to collect data. The main objectives of this research are to measure the level of digital literacy in certain populations, evaluate the effectiveness of digital literacy training programs, and identify the main challenges faced in improving digital literacy, such as access to technology, basic skills, and the digital divide. Preliminary results show that digital literacy significantly improves work skills and social and economic participation. For example, individuals with higher levels of digital literacy tend to have better access to employment opportunities and are more active in online communities. This research proposes promotional strategies to increase digital literacy, including community-based training programs, formal and informal education initiatives, and government policies supporting technology access. Hopefully, this study will provide in-depth insight into how digital literacy can empower individuals and communities and offer practical solutions to overcome existing challenges. Thus, this research contributes to the academic understanding of digital literacy and provides applicable recommendations for educators, policymakers, and organizations focused on improving digital literacy.
Precision in Practice: Nanotechnology and Targeted Therapies for Personalized Care
Authors: Sengar Ashutosh
Published: January 2025

Customization of medicine has made healthcare even more personalized, enhancing therapeutical efficiency with low adverse effects. It can be achieved through an innovative tool that has reached unprecedented abilities through the process of nanotechnology in targeted drug delivery, advanced diagnostics, and therapeutic systems. This makes a review on the integration of nanotechnology with personalized medicine-including historical considerations towards applications in today's contexts up to future perspectives.

The targeting of diseased tissues has proven to be tremendous, considering a combination of both passive and active targeting mechanisms that nanospheres assume the form of liposomes, dendrimers, or polymeric micelles. Quantum dots and nanosensors have revolutionized the area of diagnostics, enabling detection at an earliest possible stage with real-time monitoring, changing patient care forever. Theranostic platforms, integrating therapeutic agents with diagnostic tools, really reveal the dynamic ability to customize treatments.

Despite these strides forward, the critical problems to be overcome are those related to biological complexity, barriers caused by regulation, and eventual long-term toxicities. Biocompatible biodegradable nanocarrier research and responsive system explorations will help move such applications forward in a positive fashion toward better and safer designs. The joining of wearable nanotechnology to a nanoparticle-enabled gene delivery system is probably going to move standards of care.

This review outlines the crucial role nanotechnology is playing in moving personalized medicine forward, from bridging diagnosis to therapy and filling the gap of heterogeneity in disease. But a lot more is to come because it holds promise for a revolution in healthcare ever more precise, adaptable, and patient-centered with innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration continuing.
Bite by Bite: Unveiling the Impact of Chewing Sticks on Endovascular Health and Neurovascular Coupling – A Narrative Review
Authors: Ram Roj Arjun , Pundir Megha , Patra Sanjib
Published: January 2025

Objective: This paper aims to explore the effects of chewing sticks, such as miswak (Salvadora persica) and neem (Azadirachta indica), on vascular health and neurovascular coupling, assessing their potential benefits for cardiovascular and cognitive functions.

Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted to analyze existing studies related to the physiological effects of chewing sticks. Emphasis was placed on their impact on vascular health, neurovascular coupling, and the mechanisms behind these effects, including the stimulation of the trigeminal nerve and the release of norepinephrine.

Results: Chewing stimulates the trigeminal nerve, which promotes the release of norepinephrine from the locus coeruleus, enhancing vascular dilation and regulating blood pressure. This process supports neurovascular coupling and may protect the blood-brain barrier, thereby improving cerebral circulation and reducing risks associated with cognitive decline and cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, the bioactive compounds found in chewing sticks—such as antioxidants and antimicrobial agents—may help reduce systemic inflammation and promote overall vascular health.

Conclusion: Chewing sticks represent a potential cost-effective and accessible strategy for improving cardiovascular and cognitive health, especially in populations with limited healthcare access. While preliminary findings are promising, further research, including clinical trials, is necessary to fully elucidate the therapeutic potential of chewing sticks for enhancing vascular and cognitive functions.
Design of ROSES Application to Endocranial Procedures with AI Help
Authors: Danieli Guido , De Rosa Salvatore , Di Benedetto Olindo , Francesco Greco Pasquale , Indolfi Ciro , Larocca Gabriele , Loizzo Stefano , Massetti Massimo , Tinelli Emanuele , Tinelli Giovanni , Sabatini Umberto , Tshomba Yamume
Published: January 2025

This article presents the application of the ROSES system in intracranial procedures, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance precision and safety. The system uses advanced robotic actuators and disposable tools to manage microcatheters and guidewires, enabling efficient stent placement while minimizing contact with aneurysms. By leveraging angiographic data to create 3D vascular models, the AI determines optimal pathways, calculates stent dimensions, and identifies critical curvatures. This approach allows for automated or manual intervention based on procedural requirements, reducing the need for physician presence during high-risk stages. The innovation significantly lowers radiation exposure and improves procedural outcomes in complex intracranial surgeries, offering a promising step toward more autonomous endovascular systems. Importantly, this system reduces the necessity for a doctor to be physically present with the patient, as the AI and robotic components can manage much of the procedure remotely. This advancement could greatly enhance the efficiency and safety of medical procedures.
Setting the Stage for Progress: Introducing PRIEN Journal to the World
Authors: Faramarzi Salar
Published: January 2025

The establishment of the Psychological Research in Individuals with Exceptional Needs (PRIEN) Journal marks a significant milestone in the field of psychology. This pioneering international academic journal is dedicated to addressing the multifaceted psychological needs of individuals with exceptionalities. Our mission is to promote understanding, support, and advancement for those with unique psychological needs, ranging from developmental and emotional challenges to cognitive exceptionalities and giftedness. As we introduce PRIEN Journal to the world, we aim to set the stage for meaningful progress in this crucial field. The landscape of psychological research is vast, yet there remains a critical need for focused studies on individuals with exceptional needs. The PRIEN Journal addresses this gap by offering a platform for high-quality original research, comprehensive reviews, thought-provoking editorials, and insightful communications. This focus ensures that our content is relevant and beneficial to both practitioners and scholars who work with this diverse population. Our journal aims to highlight such impactful studies and bring them to the forefront of academic and clinical practice. As we launch the PRIEN Journal, we invite researchers, practitioners, and scholars to contribute their work and join us in advancing the understanding and support of individuals with exceptional needs. Together, we can set the stage for progress, driving forward research and practice that will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Transitioning from Special Education to Higher Education: Students' and Educators' Experiences
Authors: Farhadian Ali , Esabat Tabari Ebrahim
Published: January 2025

The objective of this study was to explore the experiences of students and educators during the transition from special education to higher education. This qualitative study employed a phenomenological approach to gain an in-depth understanding of the participants' experiences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 23 participants, including 15 students who had transitioned from special education to higher education and 8 educators, comprising special education teachers, higher education faculty members, and disability support staff. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the interview transcripts, with themes and subthemes identified through coding and categorization. The analysis revealed three primary themes: Transition Challenges, Support Systems and Resources, and Personal Growth and Development. Transition Challenges included academic difficulties, social integration issues, navigating support services, emotional and mental health challenges, and financial barriers. Support Systems and Resources encompassed institutional support, peer support, parental involvement, community resources, and technological aids, with a notable emphasis on the importance of faculty and staff training. Personal Growth and Development highlighted the development of self-advocacy skills, independence and responsibility, academic and career aspirations, and building confidence and resilience. The findings of this study underscore the multifaceted nature of the transition from special education to higher education, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities for students with disabilities. Effective support systems and comprehensive planning are crucial for facilitating successful transitions. The study's insights can inform the development of targeted interventions and support strategies to create more inclusive and supportive educational environments, ultimately empowering students with disabilities to succeed in higher education.
Enhancing Social and Emotional Well-Being Through Drama Therapy: Evidence from Adolescents with Physical Disabilities
Authors: Namjoo Farhad , Abdi Mansour
Published: January 2025

The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of drama therapy on friendship quality and emotion regulation in adolescents with physical disabilities. A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 40 adolescents aged 13-18 years, randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving drama therapy (n=20) or a control group (n=20). The intervention comprised ten 60-minute sessions over three months. Measures used included the Friendship Quality Scale (FQS) and the Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ), assessed at pre-intervention, post-intervention, and three-month follow-up. Data were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA and Bonferroni post-hoc tests, with analyses performed in SPSS version 27. Significant improvements were observed in the intervention group compared to the control group. For friendship quality, the intervention group’s scores increased from a mean (M) of 55.12 (SD = 5.47) at pre-intervention to 68.25 (SD = 6.23) post-intervention and slightly decreased to 66.84 (SD = 6.01) at follow-up. Emotion regulation scores in the intervention group increased from 36.45 (SD = 4.12) at pre-intervention to 45.78 (SD = 4.96) post-intervention and slightly decreased to 44.67 (SD = 4.81) at follow-up. ANOVA results showed significant main effects for group and time (p < .001), with significant interactions between time and group for both variables (p < .001). Bonferroni post-hoc tests confirmed significant pre- to post-intervention and pre- to follow-up improvements in the intervention group (p < .001). Drama therapy significantly enhances friendship quality and emotion regulation in adolescents with physical disabilities, with effects sustained at a three-month follow-up. These findings support the incorporation of drama therapy in therapeutic programs for this population to address their unique psychosocial challenges.
Predictors of Impulsiveness: The Roles of Sleep Quality and Body Image Dissatisfaction in Physically Disabled Adolescent Girls
Authors: Ahmadi Akram
Published: January 2025

This study aimed to examine the relationships between sleep quality, body image dissatisfaction, and impulsiveness in adolescent girls with mild physical disabilities. This cross-sectional study included 186 adolescent girls with mild physical disabilities. Participants were recruited from rehabilitation centers and special schools. Impulsiveness was measured using the Barratt Impulsiveness Scale (BIS-11), sleep quality was assessed with the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and body image dissatisfaction was evaluated using the Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ). Pearson correlation coefficients were calculated to examine the relationships between the variables. A linear regression analysis was performed to determine the predictive value of sleep quality and body image dissatisfaction on impulsiveness, using SPSS version 27. The mean score for impulsiveness was 55.28 (SD = 10.45), sleep quality was 12.67 (SD = 3.98), and body image dissatisfaction was 87.34 (SD = 15.29). Pearson correlation analysis showed significant positive correlations between impulsiveness and sleep quality (r = 0.45, p < .001), and between impulsiveness and body image dissatisfaction (r = 0.52, p < .001). The regression model indicated that both sleep quality (B = 0.92, p < .001) and body image dissatisfaction (B = 0.25, p < .001) significantly predicted impulsiveness, explaining 37% of the variance (R² = 0.37, F(2, 183) = 53.68, p < .001). Poor sleep quality and high body image dissatisfaction are significant predictors of impulsiveness in adolescent girls with mild physical disabilities. Interventions aimed at improving sleep quality and promoting positive body image may help reduce impulsiveness and enhance overall well-being in this population.
Phishing attacks or COVID-19 and Remote Work Security
Authors: Reddy Vaka Pavan
Published: January 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of remote work, which significantly altered the cybersecurity landscape. One of the most common cyber threats that surfaced during this period was phishing attacks, which exploit vulnerabilities associated with remote work setups. Phishing attacks have evolved in sophistication, targeting both employees and organizations, and they have increasingly leveraged the global health crisis to create more convincing attack vectors. This research investigates the relationship between the surge in phishing attacks and the widespread shift to remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic. By analyzing the patterns of phishing attempts, the role of organizational security policies, and individual employee behaviors, the study highlights the increased vulnerability of remote work environments to phishing schemes. The paper also explores security measures that can be implemented to mitigate these risks and proposes a set of recommendations for organizations to improve remote work security posture in a post-pandemic world. Findings indicate that remote work environments have heightened the risk of phishing attacks, suggesting the need for more robust cybersecurity strategies and continuous employee awareness training.
Implementasi Penetapan Calon Kepala Desa di Desa Pulo Reudeup Kecamatan Kuta Blang Kabupaten Bireuen
Authors: Haris Munandar  , Nurdin Safriadi , Iswandi Iswandi
Published: January 2025

Salah satu qanun Aceh yang mengatur cara pemilihan dan syarat-syarat geuchik adalah Qanun Aceh Nomor 4 tahun 2009 tentang Tata Cara Pemilihan dan Pemberhentian Keuchik di Aceh. Penelitian ini menyoroti kriteria kepala Gampong/Keuchik yang layak sesuai dengan ketentuan hukum qanun. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan pemahaman masyarakat dan Panitia Pemilihan Keuchik (P2K) terhadap ketentuan pencalonan kepala desa serta implementasi penetapan calon kepala desa di desa Pulo Reudeup Kecamatan Kuta Blang Kabupaten Bireuen. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemahaman masyarakat mengenai syarat pencalonan sudah baik, namun mekanisme pemilihan masih kurang dipahami. Implementasi penetapan calon kepala desa perlu ditingkatkan agar sesuai dengan qanun yang berlaku.
“Beneméritos” y “exemplares”: retóricas sobre la disciplina militar en alféreces y capitanes del tercio en el siglo XVII
Authors: Aguilar Esteban Aitor
Published: January 2025

Este artículo examina a fondo las narrativas que rodean el mérito de los alféreces y capitanes en el contexto militar del tercio durante el siglo XVII. A través del análisis detallado de cuatro hojas de servicio, se abordan las narrativas vinculadas al ascenso y el elogio en el ámbito militar. Se destaca que los valores disciplinarios del militar virtuoso no se limitaron a la tratadística, revelando una complejidad más allá de la progresiva influencia de los valores cortesanos en el ámbito militar. Se enfatiza la retórica del "buen soldado", la meritocracia y la evolución de los códigos éticos en la Monarquía Hispánica. Buscando resaltar las narrativas en testimonios de oficiales superiores, el presente trabajo, además, aborda cuestiones relacionadas con las retóricas del elogio, el vaciamiento de la condición militar como tema historiográfico y la intención de ofrecer nuevos parámetros de análisis en el estudio de la tratadística de este periodo.
Operación Pegaso
Authors: Pastrana Piñero Juan
Published: January 2025

La guerra de Ifni-Sáhara (1957-1958) representó el bautismo de fuego de las fuerzas aerotransportadas españolas, tanto las Banderas Paracaidistas del Ejército de Tierra como el Escuadrón Paracaidista del Ejército del Aire. De forma natural, fue el primer salto de combate, efectuado por la I Bandera Paracaidista durante la Operación Pañuelo, el que ha atraído el mayor interés. Pero existe un segundo salto efectuado por dicha Bandera y que ha sido más ignorado por haberse producido en las postrimerías del conflicto y que supuso la última acción de combate de las fuerzas españolas en el territorio de Ifni.
ENSAIOS CLÍNICOS DESCENTRALIZADOS: MÉTODOS DE MONITORAMENTO DOS CENTROS BRASILEIROS
Authors: Walker Marcelo , Ballico Victória Nava , Dors Juliana Baldissera , Eberhardt Thaís Dresch
Published: January 2025

Introdução: Ensaios clínicos descentralizados utilizam ferramentas digitais e atividades domiciliares para ampliar acessibilidade e diversidade, uma prática acelerada pela pandemia de COVID-19. Objetivo: Analisar os métodos de monitoramento descentralizado em centros de pesquisa brasileiros. Métodos: Estudo transversal descritivo, realizado com centros de pesquisa clínica no Brasil, avaliou o perfil de profissionais e centros envolvidos na descentralização de ensaios clínicos por meio de um questionário online entre 2021 e 2022, recebendo 57 respostas. Resultados: A maioria dos profissionais conhece pesquisas descentralizadas, mas apenas 24,6% já havia trabalhado com elas antes da pandemia. Em projetos descentralizados, o uso de telemedicina (63,2%), entrega domiciliar de medicação (47,4%), e monitoramento remoto por diários eletrônicos (50,6%) e dispositivos vestíveis (12,3%) foram comuns, permitindo a coleta de dados fora de instalações médicas. Conclusão: A maioria dos profissionais conhece pesquisas descentralizadas, mas poucos têm experiência pré-pandemia. Em projetos descentralizados, destacam-se o uso da telemedicina, entrega domiciliar de medicação e diários eletrônicos para monitoramento remoto.
The Impacts of Bullwhip Effects on Supply Chain and Construction Project’s Performance
Authors: Tekka Ramadhani
Published: January 2025

Today’s construction businesses have been characterised by the use
of science and technology in operation and huge competitiveness
resulting from the effect of globalisation that has necessitated a free
business market environment beyond borders. The situation has
forced even local construction firms to struggle to find an alternative
to reduce the increasingly overwhelming challenges resulting from
increased client demands and desires. The bullwhip effect is among
the identified challenges that affect supply chain management
throughout the construction projects. The bullwhip effect is the
phenomenon that shows how the small changes at the demand end of
a supply chain are progressively amplified for operations further back
in the chain. As a result, this study aims to investigate the impact of
bullwhip effects on construction projects and supply chain
performance. Eighty-two (82) respondents were randomly selected
from road construction projects in Tanzania, where the supply chain is
well practiced. Data were collected using a semi-structured
questionnaire and descriptively analysed using the Statistical Package
for Social Science (SPSS-24) to obtain the statistical information
presented using descriptive information such as frequencies and
percentages. The study's findings have identified nine bullwhip effect
causes and eleven bullwhip effects that significantly and positively
influence the supply chain performance of construction projects.
Therefore, the findings recommend that the bullwhip effects, which
pose challenges to both the construction firm and the sector as a
whole, should not be ignored. However, the study suggests that
further research is necessary to determine the role, necessity, and
impact of technology within a construction supply chain, particularly in
terms of its potential to mitigate the bullwhip effect.
Isolation and Characterization of Bioactive Compounds from Seeds of Ipil-ipil (Leucaena leucocephala) and Its Antifeedant Activity Against the Third Instar of Common Cutworm (Spodoptera litura)
Authors:   Institute of Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna 4031, Philippines, Medina Elmira Emery , Abrera Annabelle ,   Institute of Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna 4031, Philippines, Manalo Marlon ,   Institute of Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna 4031, Philippines
Published: January 2025

Bioactive compounds from ipil-ipil (Leucaena leucocephala) seeds were isolated using solvent extraction and silica gel column chromatography. Antifeedant activities of the crude ethanolic extract, chromatographic fractions and crystalline isolate were tested on third instar larvae of the common cutworm (Spodoptera litura). Dual choice assay using 10 μg cm-2 applied on both adaxial and abaxial parts of castor (Ricinus communis) leaves showed that the crystalline isolate had the highest activity, with percentage relative feeding inhibition of 79.93 ± 1.00%. The very high melting point, together with data from chemical and spectroscopic analyses, suggest that the isolate is a saponin-containing complex with molar mass of 662 g mol-1 in the major component.