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How Quality Management Practices Lead Innovation in Higher Education: A Framework for Universities' Sustainability in Pakistan
Authors: Siddique Malik Muhammad , Amir Chaudhry Muhammad
Published: October 2022

Quality management practices play a vital role in the sustainability of an institution, while timely innovation is a significant factor that leads toward sustainable performance. That is why this study aims to explore the importance of quality management practices for sustainable performance of higher education institutions in Pakistan with the mediating role of innovation and strategy. This study also checked the influence of state and government policies. The data was collected from 353 respondents, i.e., the Pakistani universities' academic staff, and analyzed using SmartPLS 3.0. Empirical findings stated that soft and hard, both quality management practices have a significant impact on sustainable performance while innovation and strategy play indirectly to make more contributions to the sustainability of higher education institutions. However, state and government policies strengthen the soft perspective of management practices for sustainability but do not significantly contribute to hard practices. This study is one of the initial types of research which provides empirical evidence in the higher education context of Pakistan to make sustainable institutional performance with the help of soft and hard quality management practices. Moreover, this study stated that directors with modern thinking should concentrate on both quality management practices and innovation in accordance with the proposed models to enhance sustainable performance, especially in emerging economies.
Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy- A Beginning
Authors: Ayub Uzair , Pisani Flavio , Zahoor Qayyum  , Sidra Azeem Malik  , Shahid Khan
Published: October 2022

Abstract:

A narrative review explains non-surgical periodontal treatment options. Treatment for periodontitis should restore the patient's healthy gums and healthy, pain-free teeth. Scaling and root surface debridement are two of the main components of non-surgical periodontal therapy (NSPT), which aims to eradicate bacterial plaque on the root surface and set the stage for the root surface to heal without resorting to surgery. NSPT improves Visible Plaque Index (VPI), Gingival Bleeding Index (GBI), Probing Pocket Depth (PPD), Clinical Attachment Level (CAL), and reduces inflammation and periodontal infections. The results of the NSPT are subject to change based on the severity of the patient's condition as well as any other health concerns. This narrative review aim is to reacquaint the reader with all possible options for dealing with periodontal Disease without resorting to invasive surgery. Every person with periodontal disease does not accept surgery. Patients prefer non-invasive treatments because it is less invasive and less risky.

NSPT options include different effective options. Scaling with either manual or powered devices can successfully reduce subgingival bacteria to gain healthy tissue. Systemic antibiotics reduce probing depth by 0.2 to 0.8 mm and increase attachment level by 0.2 to 0.6 mm. When utilized properly, lasers can treat both hard and soft tissue walls. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy improved severe periodontitis for almost a year. Single-event photodynamic therapy with scaling and root planning doesn't improve clinical attachment or reduce pocket depth, but it does reduce bleeding.

Non-surgical periodontal therapy is the "gold standard" for enhancing patient-based results, lowering co-morbidities, and increasing safety and quality of care.
Analisis Pemikiran KH. Fahmi Basya tentang Matematika Islam
Authors: Ferayanti  , Embong Rahimah , @Juned Hanif Md Lateh
Published: October 2022

The integration of mathematical concepts with Islamic values is very important to be applied as one way of character formation of the nation. KH Fahmi Basya began his research on the Qur'an since 1972 and summarized his research findings under the sub-field of Islamic mathematics in 1982. Through his discovery, the field of Islamic mathematics was one of the subjects of Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta in 2002 until this day. This study is a qualitative study that applies the content analysis design. Survey data through primary source of result of authorship of KH. Fahmi Basya, the book ‘Matematikaa Islam 1, Matematikaa Islam 2 dan Matematikaa Islam 3'. In addition, the data was also obtained by interviewing three key informants namely KH. Fahmi Basya, her manager and one field expert. The data was analyzed using a document analysis approach to the study material either primary or secondary. The results showed KH. Fahmi Basya’s thought in the field of Islamic mathematics among others with the creation of works in the form of scientific writing. His writings were full of ideas and thoughts among them in answering the phenomenon of numbers in Islam. In addition, in the form of humanitarian issues in the form of increased faith and confidence by learning Islamic mathematics. KH Fahmi Basya has a strong educational background in the field of mathematics, and added his love to the Qur'an. For that reason he is very concerned and creative to conduct research on the miracles of al-Qur'an through a mathematical approach. It could be concluded that Islamic Mathematics according to KH. Fahmi Basya’s thoughts are based on al-Qur’an and alSunnah

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3236448
Da’wah Strategy through Google Search Engine Optimization
Authors: Saputra Rahmat , Islamiyah Ummi Habibatul
Published: October 2022

There is a lot of 'junk' on the internet today that spreads radicalism, terrorism, and pornography. Da'wah in this era of internet has a big challenge in society. Everyone can access the Internet quickly, and Google search engines play a significant role in providing information. Any information will appear in the search engine, whether it is positive or negative information, that's why the preachers need to use search engine optimization for da'wah purposes. Without the right strategies, da’wah through Google search engine optimization will not succeed. The objective of this study was to explain the da’wah strategy through Google search engine optimization. This research applied library research. The results showed that the da’wah strategy through Google search engine optimization are: focus on target audience, learn what audience needs, categorized keyword for SEO, SEO analysis on website, create mobile-friendly website, use targeted keywords in page titles, use infographics, use related keywords in content, link content to external sites with high domain authority, update old content periodically, increase site speed & improving user experience. The results of this study can be used as a guideline by the preachers, Islamic practitioners both individual and institutional, as well as the entire Muslim community who want to make da’wah through Google search engine optimization successfully.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3236457
Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) Terrorism Action in Indonesia Between 2014-2018
Authors: Permana Indra Martian , Adam Fadzli
Published: October 2022

The Islamic State of Iraq and Sham (ISIS) was declared in Syria in 2014 and then spread to Indonesia. ISIS in Indonesia then spread the understanding of violence and terrorism so then with that understanding ISIS in Indonesia committed many acts of terrorism against the government and the people of Indonesia. This research aims to find out the cause of the birth of terrorism groups, related to the terrorism movement in Indonesia and the movement of groups affiliated with ISIS in Indonesia from 2014-2018 since ISIS was declared in Syria in 2014, both those who committed acts of terrorism and only supported ISIS. This method of research is Kualitatif the method of providing more directed to descriptive. Qualitative research in this paper research takes two methods, namely document analysis taken from written material and the results of the discussion by making a conversation with various parties who know information related to the ISIS terrorism movement from 2014-2018. ISIS groups in Indonesia carried out acts of terror throughout 2014-2018 as many as 48 acts of terrorism. 22 acts of terror were committed against members and police stations because they were considered as enemies. In addition, the attack was aimed at houses of worship in the form of blasting churches and attacking public places and facilities with an explosion in Thamrin and the Malay bus station. This research serves as material for researchers who examine the terrorism movement of the ISIS group in Indonesia, researchers in the social field who study the ISIS social movement and its impact in Indonesia as well as researchers in the field of Islamic studies and Islamic thought which examines various kinds of Islamic thought. This research reveals new facts related to the ISIS organization in Indonesia, the ISIS organization movement in Indonesia and the acts of terrorism committed. changes in terrorist organizations and new patterns related to terrorist attacks and targets by ISIS Indonesia.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4032974
The Establishment and Administration of Maẓālim Court System in Sokoto Metropolis in the 19th Century
Authors: Muhammad Mukhtar Tukur
Published: October 2022

This paper studied the establishment and administration of Maẓālim Court system in Sokoto Caliphate in the 19th century. This was with a view to investigating the efforts and commitment of the founders of the Sokoto Caliphate to the administration of justice which was one of the central arguments of the leaders of the 1804 Sokoto Jihad against the Hausa aristocrats before the 19th century. The case in point – Maẓālim Court was the apex court in the Islamic judicial system, and open establishment of the Caliphate the leadership in justification of their commitment to justice established this court in Sokoto which was the seat of power of the Caliph. Using a qualitative methodology, the paper found that Maẓālim court was established and was operated by the Caliph in Sokoto during the 19th century. In addition, it was however discovered that the court was operated in Sokoto with three mandates: accepting and administering fresh judicial complaints; administering appeals from the lower courts, and operating an Ombudsman mandate. But its operation was not exclusively by the Caliph alone; rather it was operated in some instances by the Wullāt (representatives) of the Caliph as indicated in the text. Thus, this paper concluded that the establishment and administration of the Maẓālim court in Sokoto was a clear indication of the commitment of the founders of the 19th century Sokoto Caliphate to the administration of justice as a justification to their course of rising against the injustices of the former Hausa aristocrats.
The Impact of Faith-Based Organizations on Da’wah and Community Development in Kano State, Nigeria
Authors: Sani Abubakar , Muhammad Bilyaminu
Published: October 2022

The propagation of Islam and community development is inseparable in the message of Islam. Da’wah as the first method used by all the Prophets/Messengers of Allah (SWT) to deliver the task of salvaging the Ummah from wrong direction to the path of peace and success. With da’wah a lot have been achieved in the history of Islam which continued to exist up to the present time. These giant efforts have continued to yield tremendous transformation in the number of Muslims and welfare services which Muslim organizations established. Kano State is one of the areas that attracted many migrant Scholars (Ulama’) to propagate Islam which led to the emergence of many Islamic non-governmental organizations (INGOs). Before Islam and the activities of these Organizations people in some parts of Kano worshiped at Tsumburbura and other pagan shrines and a lot of offerings took place; to the extent that the welfare and development of the Ummah was neglected. This paper adopts qualitative method and discovered that, these organizations have been transforming the lives of people in the state not only in da’wah but also through many community services such as Mosques, Islamic schools, Mobile healthcare, accommodations for revertees, Ramadan welfare among others. However, some of these programmes are not properly documented and presented due to administrative lapses and lack of good accountability that will attract more supports/funds everywhere that would enhance their activities. It recommends massive awareness for more community services from these organizations, training and re-training for all the executives and patrons of these groups and good record keeping..
Implementasi Akad Pembiayaan Syariah pada GALA (Gadai Tradisional)
Authors: Fajri Ikhsan , Muksal
Published: October 2022

Islamic financial institutions instruments are required to synergize and provide new patterns and ideas in reconstructing previous ideas with the current context so that Islamic financial instruments can be applied by the current generation. This study uses qualitative research methods. The purpose of this study is to identify the implementation of the sharia funding agreement on gala. The research approach used in this study is a phenomenological approach. The type of data used is primary data. Data collection techniques use interviews and observation. The practice of traditional gala found in the lives of southwest Acehnese people was built from generation to generation from the 16th century to the present, approaching the pattern of contract existing in the Islamic economic system where one of them is a mudharabah contract. This contract is expected to be an alternative solution for islamic financial institutions in the future for productive financing which is based on the business practices of the Southwest Aceh community that are local wisdom.
Effect Of Occupational Safety And Health On Performance An Empirical Investigation
Authors: Dedi Iskamto  , Puspa Liza Ghazali  , Asraf Afthanorhan  , Seflira Narti
Published: October 2022

Employees are important assets of the organization, so many things that need to be considered related to improving performance. An employee's performance will be in accordance with the wishes of the company if the quality of human resources is good. Good performance can also be supported by the presence of occupational safety and health guarantees from the company. The Implementation of the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) system also influences employee performance. This study aims to determine the effect of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) on the performance of midwives at the XYZ Islamic Hospital Fetomatenal Installation Riau Province, Indonesia.  The results of analyze of primary data using SPSS Version 23, it can be concluded that the work safety variable has a significant effect on performance, knowing that occupational health variables have a significant effect on performance. In addition, it can be concluded that occupational safety and health variables together have a significant influence on performance variables.
The Implementation of K13 Curriculum in Madrasah Aliyah in The South West Region of Aceh (English Teachers’ Perspectives)
Authors: Erizar  , Tuti Hidayati  , Sari Diana
Published: October 2022

Teacher's perception of the K-13 is believed to be one of the factors that lead to the success or failure of the curriculum implementation. This is because the K-13 makes teachers have to adjust and change the learning style in the classroom.  Considering the various phenomena about the K-13, the researcher was interested in conducting research the Implementation of the K-13 in the South West Region of Aceh (English Teachers’ Perspectives).  In this research, the researchers also analyzed some obstacles faced by the English Teachers in implementing the K-13 and what solutions offered by STAIN Teungku Dirundeng Meulaboh as one of the universities which produce the teachers in the South West Region of Aceh. The research applied quantitative and qualitative approach that involved 21 English teachers who teach English at Madrasah across South West of Aceh. The result of the study indicated that the implementation of K-13 has not been effective due to several reasons such as the allocation time is insufficient and too many forms of assessment. Moreover, the English teachers issued that the biggest obstacle in implementing the K-13 was the excessive administrative demands. Therefore, the government of Indonesia, in this matter, the Deparment of Education has to ascertain that the majority of English teachers receive training related to K-13 and review the time allocation provided to the English teachers. For the English teachers, they should be creative and innovative in improving their understanding on K-13 using printed and online resources.
Caderno de Apoio: Porto Murtinho no Contexto Histórico Colonial
Authors: Aparecida Carvalho de Arruda Ariane , Luís dos Santos Peixoto José
Published: October 2022

A presente obra tem como objetivo principal divulgar a história pré-colonial e histórica da região de Porto Murtinho e adjacências, disponibilizando para a comunidade e os profissionais de educação e de turismo um material teórico, conceitual, histórico e de educação patrimonial. Logo, espera-se que o caderno de apoio contribua com a promoção da conscientização, da valorização e do conhecimento sobre o patrimônio histórico e cultural acautelados na região. A história da ocupação humana do Pantanal começou há 5.500 anos por grupos pré-ceramistas e, a partir de 2.800 anos atrás, por grupos ceramistas que construíram seus assentamentos denominados Aterros, dentro da planície pantaneira. Os Aterros são construções pré-coloniais em pontos estratégicos da paisagem para a proteção contra as inundações da planície e para o domínio territorial, que permaneceram ao longo do tempo. Entre esses locais, foi elencada para este estudo a região composta pelos grupos Guarani, Kadiwéu, Kinikinau, Mbayá-Guaycurú e Payaguá. A partir de 1516, as expedições europeias que percorreram a Bacia do Prata, circularam notícias e informações sobre as riquezas naturais, as peripécias e os povos originários, através de diários, relatos, crônicas, informes, cartas e relatórios escritos por funcionários do Governo, autoridades administrativas e missionários. Por meio dessas fontes históricas, que circularam amplos territórios entre a América do Sul e a Europa, podemos nos aproximar da realidade dos grupos étnicos e o esforço empreendido por eles diante de um novo cenário histórico, social, econômico e cultural surgido com a inserção do sistema colonial português e espanhol na região.
Making Business English Teaching International Through The Use Of Social Networks: A Case Study in a Clil Context
Authors: Contero Urgal Candela
Published: October 2022

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) teachers might be expected to use realia in their lessons as it is thought to be designed to meet the students’ real needs in their professional life. Teachers are then expected to offer authentic materials and set students in authentic contexts where their learning outcomes can be highly meaningful. The present paper is aimed at studying different digital tools that can be employed in the Business English (BE) lesson as a way to offer a collection of formats businesses are currently using so as to internationalise and advertise their products and services. A secondary objective of our study will then be to progress on the development of multidisciplinary competencies students are expected to acquire during their degree. Findings will confirm students’ interest in working with updated realia in their BE lessons, as a consequence of their strong belief in the necessity to work with updated didactic resources. Despite the limitations social media can have as a means to teach BE, students will still find it highly beneficial since it will foster their familiarisation with the digital tools they will need to use when they get to the labour market.
Exploring Factors Influencing the Sales Crisis in Iraninan Banking Industry- A Case Study of the Private Commercial Banks
Authors: Shahbaz Keshvari Rozita , Salehzadeh Reza , Khanlari Amir
Published: October 2022

The purpose of this study is to address two questions: Which factors influence the probability of occurrence of the banking sales crisis in the national banking system regarding the private commercial banks? Amongst the influencing factors, which ones have the most influence on the occurrence of the banking sales crisis? To achieve the study purpose, we performed semi-structured interviews with 15 individuals working in the banking society (branch managers, marketing managers, R&D managers, PR managers, and corporate banking managers in private commercial banks). We explored the factors influencing the banking sales crisis in 3 major themes, 5 minor themes, and 67 concepts. Findings showed that the factors influencing the banking sales crisis are as follows: understanding the banking sales crisis, the external drivers, and the internal drivers. The banking sales crisis is most influenced by external drivers, amongst which the economic, political and then, the social factors are the most influencing ones. Following these factors, the internal drivers, such as the lack of professional training in marketing-related fields, the lack of sales experts, and the internal corruption among the banking staff have considerable impacts that exacerbate the sales crisis. Understanding the banking sales crisis is due to the lack of sales knowledge in the banking system.
Bahia, Sociedade 5.0: um olhar sobre os territórios nas conferências de CT&I
Authors: Pinheiro Adélia Maria Carvalho de Melo , Souza Mara Clécia Dantas
Published: October 2022

esse ensaio tem como objetivo analisar o perfil dos atores sociais do ecossistema baiano de ciência, tecnologia & inovação (ct&i) e as propostas encaminhadas por segmentos da sociedade, representando as empresas, as instituições de ciência, tecnologia e inovação (icts), a sociedade civil e as entidades de representação setorial, nas conferências regionais e estadual do setor. foram oito eixos temáticos discutidos: eixo 1 – integração do ecossistema estadual de ct&i; eixo 2 – temas estratégicos para pesquisa científica e tecnológica; eixo 3 – infraestrutura de ct&i; eixo 4 – formação de pessoas para a sociedade 5.0; eixo 5 – inovação tecnológica; eixo 6 – financiamento de ct&i; eixo 7 – tecnologias sociais para o desenvolvimento sustentável e; eixo 8 – difusão de conhecimento e popularização da ciência. a agenda estratégica discutida amplamente nas conferências territoriais e iv conferência estadual de ciência, tecnologia e inovação (iv cct&i) buscou dar visibilidade aos diversos segmentos da sociedade baiana, através da elaboração de proposições para temas importantes para a área no estado e no nordeste. palavras-chave: ciência. tecnologia e inovação.áreas estratégicas. políticas públicas. estado.
Estratégia de resiliência de Salvador: oportunidades para novas ações
Authors: Silva Angela Marcia de Andrade , Andrade José Célio Silveira , Prado Angélica Fabíola Rodrigues , Ventura Andréa Cardoso , Campelo Adriana
Published: October 2022

Este trabalho objetiva analisar a Estratégia de Resiliência de Salvador (BA), destinando-se a identificar oportunidades de novas ações que contribuam para uma maior resiliência da cidade. Para tanto, foi realizada pesquisa documental e bibliográfica sobre resiliência urbana, bem como análise de conteúdo do documento Salvador Resiliente, que apresenta a Estratégia de Resiliência de Salvador ao lado do framework utilizado na sua construção (City Resilience Framework – CRF). Posteriormente, foi construída uma base de dados no software Excel, contendo todas as ações previstas e/ou realizadas para a cidade, vinculando-as aos 50 indicadores do CRF. Como resultado, identificou-se os indicadores com menor número de ações e, à luz dos conceitos de resiliência urbana, aponta-se sugestões de iniciativas que possam contribuir na direção dos indicadores menos contemplados. Palavras-chave: Estratégia de resiliência urbana. Salvador. Cidades resilientes. Indicadores de resiliência. City Resilience Framework – CRF.
Políticas públicas geoinformacionais: identificação da governança das infraestruturas de dados espaciais
Authors: Sanches Luiz Antônio Mano Ugeda
Published: October 2022

O mundo avança, a passos largos, para uma governança da geoinformação cada vez mais semelhante aos setores de infraestrutura, trazendo conceitos como monopólio natural, essential facility, concorrência artificial por agente regulador, dentre outros. O estudo busca mostrar como este conceito se desenvolveu e proliferou mundo afora e posiciona o Brasil dentro deste arcabouço. Palavras-chave: Geodireito. Infraestrutura de dados espaciais. Justiça territorial. Ordenamento territorial.
Desafios à inclusão racial na educação STEM: a experiência do Programa Oguntec
Authors: Cunha Lázaro Raimundo dos Passos
Published: October 2022

O artigo trata da relevância da inclusão racial de jovens negros(as) na chamada educação STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering,and Mathematics) e tem como objetivo contribuir com a formulação de políticas inclusivas para essa modalidade educacional a partir da exposição de estratégias de enfrentamento de pelo menos dois importantes desafios a essa inclusão, quais sejam, a invisibilidade de negros(as) na história das ciências e tecnologia e os efeitos negativos dos estereótipos raciais na performance de estudantes negros(as). Para tanto,lança luz sobre o relato de experiências de estudantes egressos(as) do Programa Oguntec,uma iniciativa educacional de estímulo à ciência, tecnologia e inovação para jovens negros(as) baianos(as),que é mantida desde o ano de 2002 pelo Instituto Cultural Steve Biko (ICSB), organização do Movimento Negro Brasileiro pioneira na preparação de jovens negros(as) para o ingresso em universidades. Os relatos dos(as) estudantes corroboram com nossa hipótese de que o estímulo ao ingresso em carreiras STEM e a qualidade do desempenho educacional de estudantes negros(as) nesses campos tende a resultados positivos quando se adota metodologias e conteúdos pedagógicos que ampliam a visibilidade do legado de negros(as) em áreas STEM e promove-se a formação política sobre as temáticas racial e de gênero com a perspectiva de desconstrução de estereótipos negativos associados à participação de negros(as) nos campos da ciência e tecnologia. Essa hipótese norteou os conteúdos da disciplina designada Cidadania e Consciência Negra (CCN), um componente curricular do Programa Oguntec, apontado pelos estudantes como importante para elevação da autoestima e a identificação com as carreiras STEM. Palavras-chave: Educação STEM. Inclusão racial. História das ciências e tecnologia. Estereótipos raciais e invisibilidade. Jovens negros(as).
Aracnidismo: Caracteres diferenciales y manifestaciones clínicas. Revisión Sistemática
Authors: Velásquez-Serra Glenda Coromoto , García-Yuquilema Camila Janina , Serrano-Murillo Lady
Published: October 2022

Las arañas son artrópodos venenosos de distribución mundial, debido a su adaptabilidad y presencia en zonas tanto rurales como urbanas. Se establecieron como objetivos determinar los caracteres morfológicos más resaltantes, mencionar las características diferenciales con otros animales ponzoñosos, identificar los tres géneros de importancia médica y conocer los caracteres distintivos, incluyendo la presentación clínica y tratamiento, y finalmente algunas medidas preventivas. La revisión bibliográfica de este contenido corresponde a una serie de base de datos de los últimos veinte años. Los tres géneros más comunes en Latinoamérica, y con mayor reporte de casos en Ecuador son: Phoneutria, Loxosceles y Latrodectus. Las especies de importancia médica en Ecuador son: P. perty, P. fera, Latrodectus wakckenaer, Loxosceles heinecken. El componente principal del veneno de Loxosceles es la esfingomielinasa D, de Phoneutria al parecer interviene del sistema kalicreina-kininógeno-kinina; en cambio, Latrodectus, el veneno tiene como componente principal una alfa-latroxina. Esta revisión ofrece algunos fundamentos para conocer el género que causa, la sintomatología crucial, para prescribir un correcto tratamiento y evitar las complicaciones causadas por picaduras de arañas
A Study on Waste Disposal Management in Textile Industry: A Case Study of Gul Ahmed
Authors: Akram Muddasir , Kumar Chandan , Parkash  , Chachar Fahad Ali , Khan Abbas
Published: October 2022

The objective is to determine how the disposal of Waste, GSCP, and WR affected the company's productivity. The study used a correlational design to examine the relationships between variables. Furthermore, the study was descriptive, and data were acquired using various methods (qualitative and quantitative). In addition, the study's quantitative component was a questionnaire-based survey, and its qualitative component was a series of in-depth interviews with key individuals. A Likert scale questionnaire was used to gather the research's primary data, while the secondary data was gathered through reviewing previous articles. The data gathered was then measured using a statistical technique and the SPSS software. The study concluded that Waste and WR disposal is significant, but GSCP has an insignificant impact on the company's productivity. Furthermore, waste directly impacts human development, both socially and technologically. Waste management is distinct from resource recovery, which is concerned with lowering the pace at which natural resources are used. All waste materials, whether solid, liquid, gaseous, or radioactive, are included in WM. WM practices might differ across developed and emerging countries, urban and rural areas, industrial producers, and residential areas.
Quelques bonnes questions à se poser sur son dispositif de REX
Authors: Marsden Eric
Published: October 2022

La Foncsi a financé 8 projets de recherche dans le cadre de son programme Facteurs socioculturels de réussite du REX. Ce document rassemble et prolonge certains des questionnements issus de ces travaux. Il est le résultat de la confrontation des réflexions des chercheurs avec l’expérience et l’expertise des participants à un groupe de travail Foncsi qui s’est réuni une quinzaine de fois entre 2011 et 2013. Il ne s’agit ni de considérations théoriques ni de bonnes pratiques, mais d’un recueil d’aide à la réflexion sur ses propres pratiques de REX. Les membres du groupe de travail, en combinant les constats faits par les chercheurs financés par la Foncsi, les enseignements de la littérature scientifique internationale, et leur propre expérience industrielle ont cherché à formuler, sans prétendre à l’exhaustivité, une quarantaine de bonnes questions à se poser sur ses propres procédures et pratiques de retour d’expérience, de partage informel, de capitalisation des savoir-faire, d’apprentissage organisationnel.
Europäische Beschäftigungspolitik und ihr Einfluss auf die Soziale Arbeit
Authors: Bertram Jan
Published: October 2022

Dieser Beitrag untersucht die Wechselwirkungen zwischen der praktischen Sozialen Arbeit auf lokaler Ebene und den sozialpolitischen Entwicklungen auf europäischer Ebene. Dies geschieht anhand der europäischen Jugend- und Beschäftigungspolitik. Dabei wird deutlich, dass sich aus dem europäischen Einfluss Widersprüche für das Praxisfeld der Sozialen Arbeit ergeben, die eine Einflussnahme der lokalen auf die europäische Ebene notwendig erscheinen lassen. Status quo und Potenziale einer solchen Rückkopplung über die Ebenen hinweg sollen im Beitrag aufgezeigt werden.
Zivilprozess
Authors: Gierl Walter , Köhler Andreas
Published: October 2022

Ein Klassiker neu aufgelegt: Mit dem von VizePräsLG a.D. Dr. Walter Baumfalk begründeten legendären Werk werden alle Referendarinnen und Referendare optimal vorbereitet auf

Ihre Stationen bei Anwalt und Gericht sowie

auf Ihr Examen.

Ihr zivilprozessualer Wegweiser im Referendariat!

Das Standardwerk zum Zivilprozessrecht orientiert sich am typischen Verfahrensgang: Beginn des Verfahrens / Prozesskostenhilfe und Mahnverfahren / vorbereitendes Verfahren / mündliche Verhandlung / Erlass der Entscheidung / weiterer Ablauf. Geschildert werden zudem besondere Verfahrensarten und –situationen wie das Säumnisverfahren, Klagerücknahme und -verzicht, Anerkenntnis und Erledigung, der Vergleich, der Urkunden-, Wechsel- und Scheckprozess.

Alle ausbildungs- und examensrelevanten Fragen des Zivilprozessrechts werden erörtert: Parteien und sonstige Verfahrensbeteiligte / Klagearten / Streitgegenstand mit Klagehäufung und Klageänderung / Zulässigkeit der Klage / Angriffs- und Verteidigungsmittel / Beweis.

Die Neuauflage wurde grundlegend überarbeitet und aktualisiert. Weg von einem reinen Repetitionsbuch hin zu einem wahren Lehr- und Lernbuch werden hier alle Referendarinnen und Referendare fündig, die sich abseits der inzwischen ausgetretenen Pfade vorhandener Literatur zum Zivilrecht für das Assessorexamen informieren wollen.

Begründet von Dr. Walter Baumfalk, Vizepräsident des Landgerichts Aurich a.D. und fortgeführt von Walter Gierl, Richter am Oberlandesgericht München und Dr. Andreas Köhler, Richter am Landgericht Stuttgart
Internationale Sportpolitik im Dritten Reich
Authors: Teichler Hans Joachim
Published: October 2022

Based on intensive archival research, Teichler succeeds in providing an overall account of the international sports policy of the "Third Reich" with the spectacular climax of the 1936 Olympic Games. The thematic radius is broad: from the successes of the Mercedes Benz "Silver Arrows" and the pact with modernity (technology, media), to sport as an instrument of occupation policy and the attempted forced conformity ("Gleichschaltung") of all European sport, to Hitler's central position in the decision-making processes. But the conclusion also includes the fragmented structures and rival interest groups in the foreign sports policy of the Nazi state, which only appeared to be completely brought to conformity on the surface.
Combined Evaluation of HSV Genome and Antibodies in Breast Cancer
Authors: Tahmasebi Fard Zahra , Khayamzadeh Maryam , Mahdavi Zahra
Published: October 2022

Background: Breast cancer develops due to the combination of external and internal risk factors. Also, the role of viruses is considerable in developing breast cancer. Objectives: This study compared the frequency of herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2) and the level of IgM and IgG antibodies against HSV between cancer patients and healthy individuals. Methods: Sixty women with breast cancer and 60 healthy women (40 with fibroadenoma and 20 in good health) were selected. Breast tissue and serum samples were taken from all the subjects to evaluate the HSV-1 and HSV-2 genome frequency using real-time PCR. Also, serum levels of IgM HSV and IgG HSV antibodies were assessed using the ELISA technique. Results: The HSV-1 genome was detected in six cancer specimens and in two fibroadenoma specimens (P = 0.143, OR: 3.22, CI95%: 0.623 - 16.66). Three cancer cases and one fibroadenoma case were positive for HSV-2 (P = 0.309, OR: 3.105, CI95%: 0.314 - 30.73). HSV IgM antibody was positive in three subjects in the control group and six in the case group (P = 0.298, OR: 2.11, CI95%: 0.503 - 8.87). Although the higher mean levels of antibodies were found in the case group (4.01 ± 5.91 U/mL) compared to the control group (2.95 ± 3.51 U/mL), there was no statistically significant difference between them (P = 0.179). The serum of all samples was positive for the HSV IgG antibody, and there was a statistically significant difference in its mean levels between the case (91.22 ± 13.58 U/mL) and control (81.58 ± 17.02 U/mL) groups (P = 0.008). Conclusions: The present study showed that HSV-1 and HSV-2 were not directly related to breast tissue carcinogenesis and may act as co-factors.
A Simple and Cheap Method to Extract SARS-COV-2 Nucleic Acid from Nasopharyngeal Swab Without the Need Silica Filter Column
Authors: Ghanbarnasab Behbahani Rahil , Danyaei Amir , Parsanahad Mehdi , Rasti Mojtaba , Khosravi Maryam
Published: October 2022

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic affected different aspects of human life seriously, including health issues. Unfortunately, the process of RNA extraction using commercial kits is highly expensive. Replacement of this technique with a cheaper one may help us catch a more affordable approach. Objectives: This study aims to introduce a simple and cost-benefit procedure to extract nucleic acid from swab samples of patients infected with SARS-COV-2. Methods: All 41 positive extracted samples were extracted with three methods separately. The first method was based on the commercial kit using a silica filter column. The second method was made of ammonium acetate, sodium acetate, and alcohol as an extraction solution, and the last method was applied using only the sodium acetate and alcohol solution. Results: All samples extracted with a commercial kit based on a silica column were positive (100%) with Cts 21 ± 4.9, 21.4 ± 4.8, and 28.1 ± 1.8 for RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp), N, and RNase P genes, respectively. In the precipitation method using ammonium acetate, 40 samples were detected positive (97.5%), and the Cts were 26.3 ± 4.5, 23.6 ± 5.3, and 25.7 ± 3.5 for the above three genes, respectively. Similar to the conventional extraction method, the third method also showed positive results (97.5%) significantly. The mean CTs were 26 ± 4.3, 23 ± 5.4, and 23.7 ± 2.3, respectively. Conclusions: Our results indicated that the precipitation method using ammonium acetate, sodium acetate, and ethanol could be an alternative extraction method instead of the column-based method for SARS-COV-2 by swab samples.
Caracterização de artrópodes edáficos em duas áreas com diferentes coberturas vegetais na região central do Rio Grande do Sul
Authors: Milagre Jocimar Caiafa , Dick Grasiele , Mendes Lucas José , Paz Thaynara Diuliane Carvalho , Stangarlin Mauricio Pegoraro , Santos João Antônio Rodrigues , Schumacher Mauro Valdir
Published: October 2022

Os artrópodes edáficos são organismos de grande importância ecológica e sua dinâmica no solo e serapilheira pode ser influenciada pelo tipo de cobertura vegetal.  Nosso objetivo foi caracterizar e comparar abundância, riqueza e índices de diversidade e uniformidade de artrópodes edáficos em uma área ocupada por bambu (BM) e uma área reflorestada (RF), localizadas na região central do Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil. A hipótese deste estudo é que haverá maior abundância, riqueza, diversidade e uniformidade de organismos na área RF. Para a coleta da fauna de solo foram amostrados os artrópodes presentes na interface solo-serapilheira com a utilização de coletores do tipo Provid em quatro pontos de cada área de estudo. Em ambas as áreas deste estudo houve elevada abundância e riqueza de artópodes, sendo as ordens Collembola, Coleoptera, Hymenoptera e Diptera as mais representativas. Refutando a hipótese prevista, a área RF apresentou menor número de indivíduos e mesma riqueza que a área BM. A área BM apresentou maior abundância de indivíduos da ordem Diptera quando comparada com a área RF, sendo que para as demais ordens não houve diferenças significativas. Estudos adicionais considerando as propriedades físicas e químicas do solo e a composição da serapilheira podem auxiliar no melhor entendimento da relação entre os artrópodes edáficos e a cobertura da vegetação nessas áreas, além do papel bioindicador desses organismos.
Maneuvring Behavior of Push Convoys in Different Barge Configurations
Authors: Delefortrie Guillaume , Villagomez Jose , Verwilligen Jeroen
Published: October 2022

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Ship maneuvring simulators are a useful tool for the design of inland waterways and for training of skippers. The realism of the maneuvring prediction is a key success factor. In this paper, a 6 DOF (degrees of freedom) maneuvring model is presented which is able to predict the maneuvring behavior of push convoys in different, rigidly connected configurations (number of barges, draft of the barges, and position of the pusher) and for different water depths. The coefficients of this maneuvring model have been determined based on captive model tests and the realism is exemplified with a number of fast time simulation runs, including the turning on the spot of a convoy by means of uncoupled control of rudders and propellers. Final validations were performed during real-time simulation runs with experienced skippers.

Introduction

Knowledge on the maneuvring prediction of inland vessels is a key factor to determine the navigability of the waterways, especially when their water depth is limited (shallow water). The quality and accuracy of mathematical models require a continuous improvement. Push convoys operating in shallow water are intensively used performing long trips or elaborated maneuvers such as turning from a river into a harbor, turning on the spot, and astern sailing. An appropriate modeling of their maneuvring capacity requires a mathematical model able to operate in four quadrants (ahead or astern motion, combined with ahead or astern propulsion). In literature, papers which deal with the creation of reliable mathematical models for this type of inland vessels and their applications are rather scarce.
A BCC masquerading as a fungating breast mass
Authors: Kolansky Zachary , Kolansky Glenn
Published: October 2022

A 55-year-old female presented with a growth on her left chest that was increasing in size. The growth had been present for several years. The patient had no complaints of pain; just concerns about the presence of the mass. Upon examination, the patient had a polypoid, lobulated, violaceous, and red fungating mask measuring approx. 7.0 cm x 6.0 cm (Fig. 1a). Malignant breast disease encompasses many histologic types that include, ductal or lobular carcinoma, infiltrating ductal or lobular carcinoma, and inflammatory carcinoma. Benign masses can include fibroadenoma, intraductal papilloma, and abscess. Patient was referred to a general surgeon for removal due to the uncertain nature of this growth (Fig. 1b). Pathology was positive for a basal cell carcinoma with focal squamous cell differentiation, nodular type (Fig. 2). All resected margins were negative. Recovery was uneventful. Basal cell carcinomas located on the trunk account for only 10 percent of all cases. The majority are in sun exposed areas such as the face and neck [1,2].
Impact of silver nanoparticles on the nutritional properties of Arthrospira platensis
Authors: Liang Sharolynne Xiao Tong , Djearamane Sinouvassane , Tanislaus Antony Dhanapal Anto Cordelia , Wong Ling Shing
Published: October 2022

Background

Arthrospira platensis is farmed worldwide due to its nutrient-rich properties and provides multiple benefits to human health. However, the wide usage of silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) causes pollution which may affect the nutritional quality of A. platensis. Hence, this study aimed to investigate the interaction and accumulation of Ag NPs on A. platensis, and determine the changes in biomass and nutritional value of A. platensis due to the exposure to Ag NPs.

Methods

The interaction and accumulation of Ag NPs on A. platensis were examined through Fourier transformed infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and scanning electron microscope (SEM). The loss in biomass together with the macromolecules, pigments, and phenolic compounds of A. platensis was investigated upon treating with various concentrations of Ag NPs (5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 µg/mL) for 24, 48, 72 and 96 h.

Results

The results showed that the treatment of A. platensis with Ag NPs caused a dose and time-dependent reduction in biomass, macronutrients, pigments and phenolic compounds. The highest detrimental effects were found at 96 h with the reported values of 65.71 ± 2.79%, 67.21 ± 3.98%, 48.99 ± 4.39% and 59.62 ± 3.96% reduction in biomass, proteins, carbohydrates and lipids, respectively, along with 82.99 ± 7.81%, 67.55 ± 2.63%, 75.03 ± 1.55%, and 63.43 ± 2.89% loss in chlorophyll-a, carotenoids, C-phycocyanin, and total phenolic compounds of A. platensis for 100 µg/mL of Ag NPs. The EDX analysis confirmed the surface accumulation of Ag NPs on Arthrospira cells, while SEM images evidenced the surface alterations and damage of the treated cells. The functional groups such as hydroxyl, amine, methyl, amide I, amide II, carboxyl, carbonyl and phosphate groups from the cell wall of the A. platensis were identified to be possibly involved in the interaction of Ag NPs with A. platensis.

Conclusion

The study confirmed that the exposure of Ag NPs is detrimental to A. platensis where the interaction and accumulation of Ag NPs on A. platensis caused reduction in biomass, macromolecules, pigments, and total phenolic compounds.
Effectiveness of a community-based peer support service among persons suffering severe mental illness in China
Authors: Fan Yunge , Ma Ning , Ouyang Aili , Zhang Wufang , He Manxi , Chen Yong , Liu Jin , Li Zhongxiang , Yang Junlan , Ma Liang , Caine Eric D.
Published: October 2022

Background

Community-based peer support service is widely and effectively deployed for persons suffering severe mental illness (SMI) in countries with well-developed outpatient mental health systems. The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a 1-year peer service project among persons with SMI implemented in China.

Methods

A total of 101 consumers (service recipients) and 66 family caregivers were recruited at baseline from communities located in Beijing and Chengdu. Severity of psychiatric symptoms, personal and social functioning, self-esteem, life satisfaction, and medication adherence were evaluated among consumers. Self-esteem, life satisfaction, anxiety, and depressive symptoms were assessed among family caregivers. Participants were reevaluated at 1 year with the same measures. Changes in outcomes from baseline to 1-year follow-up were examined using paired sample t tests or Stuart-Maxwell tests.

Results

Consumers’ psychiatric symptoms were decreased at 1 year (p < 0.001). Their personal and social functioning (p = 0.003) and life satisfaction (p < 0.001) were increased. There were no improvements in self-esteem (p = 0.108) and medication adherence (ps ≥ 0.827) among consumers. For caregivers, no increases were presented in outcomes at the 1-year assessment (ps ≥ 0.164).

Conclusions

The findings suggest that peer support services could be sustainably implemented across China, with positive impacts on the psychiatric symptoms, social functioning, and life satisfaction of participants suffering SMI.
Evaluation of physical activity among undergraduate students in Mogadishu Universities in the aftermath of COVID-19 restrictions
Authors: AL-Mhanna Sameer Badri , Wan Ghazali Wan Syaheedah , Mohamed Mahaneem , Sheikh Abdulrahman Mohammed , Tabnjh Abedelmalek Kalefh , Afolabi HafeezAbiola , Mutalub Yahkub Babatunde , Adeoye Azeez Omoniyi , Mohamed Nur Mariam , Aldhahi Monira I.
Published: October 2022

Background

International restrictions were enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic to limit social interaction and viral transmission. These measures had a negative impact on physical activity (PA), creating changes in students’ health and lifestyles. The present study aimed to evaluate the levels of PA among undergraduate students in three different universities in Mogadishu after the relaxation of COVID-19 lockdown using the international physical activity questionnaire-long version (IPAQ-L) and its potential associated factors.

Methods

This study is a multicentral study conducted at Somali International University, Horn of Africa University, and Daha International University. A total of 1,189 respondents were asked to answer the online questionnaire provided via a link shared using their social media.

Results

After COVID-19 restrictions approximately ≥ 150 minutes of PA per week was reported by 500 men (97.3%) and 652 women (96.6%) at work. While 7 (1.4%) of men and 20 (3%) of women participate in < 150 minutes each week, respectively. Furthermore, only seven (1.4%) of males and three (0.4%) of women reported to have not performed any PA at work.

Conclusion

The majority of the undergraduate students at the selected universities in Mogadishu were physically active after the relaxation of COVID-19 rules in Somalia. Such a high level of PA is a significant advantage to public health.