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Teknik Pemeriksaan Radiografi Cruris Dextra Pada Kasus Fraktur 1/3 Distal Di RS Universitas Sumatra Utara
Authors: Michael Michael
Published: September 2024

Teknik Pemeriksaan Radiografi Ossa Cniris dettra pada Kasus Fraktur 1/3 Distal di Instalasi Radiologi Universitas Sumatera Utara, bertujuan untuk mengetahui teknik pemeriksaan radiografi cniris yang benar pada kasus fraktur. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus yang dilakukan di Rumah Sakit Universitas Sumatera Utara pada bulan Juli 2018. Data penelitian ini diambil dengan melakukan observasi, wawancara mendalam kepada responden, dan dokumentasi yang kemudian akan diolah di bentuk sistem pengkodean terbuka. Mengenai kondisi pasien posisi menyamping tidak dapat diputar kesamping, penulis membuat arah penyinaran dari mediolateral (dari dalam ke luar) dengan sinar horizontal dan pita vertikal.
 
Radiographic Examination Technique Ossa Cniris dettra in the Case of Fracture 1/3 Distal at the Radiology Installation at the University of North Sumatra, aims to determine the cniris radiographic examination technique correctly in cases of fracture. This type of research uses qualitative research wilh a case study approach conducted al the University of North Sumatra Hospital in July 2018. The data of this study were taken by conducting observations, in-depth interviews with respondents, and documentation which will then be processed in the form of an open coding system. Regarding the condition of the patient in the lateral position, it cannot be rotated laterally, the writer makes the direction of radiation from the mediolateral (from inside to outside) with horizontal rays and vertical tapes.
Word Meaning Relations in Sindo Newspaper Editorial Text
Authors: Zuikaningsih Diah , Prihadi Prihadi , Setiawan Teguh
Published: September 2024

News in the form of editorial texts or headlines in the Sindo Newspaper on semantic meaning relations. This study aims to describe the variety of word-meaning relationships in the editorial text of the April 2023 edition of the Sindo Newspaper. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with text analysis research. The data of this study are words and phrases in sentences in the headline that show the relationship of meaning. The words and phrases in question are the words and phrases contained in the news content. The data source for this research is the headline in the April 2023 edition of the online-based Sindo Newspaper. The data collection technique in this study uses documentation and literature study techniques. Based on data analysis, various word-meaning relationships were obtained in the form of synonyms, antonyms, hyponyms, hyponyms, economies, metonyms, polysemia, collocation, and redaction.
Dichotomies of Eurasianism: A Socio-Geographical Analysis
Authors: Druzhinin Alexander G.
Published: September 2024

Eurasianism is among the traditional and most significant intellectual-political currents for Russia and its geostrategy. The importance of the postulates and approaches cultivated within Eurasianism has notably increased in the context of the sharply manifested conflict in the “Russia-West“ system in recent years and the corresponding reorientation of the Russian Federation’s geoeconomic priorities towards the countries of the “Global Majority.“ The actualization of Eurasianism and its broad entrenchment in Russian academic discourse is combined with its contemporary conceptual “fuzziness,“ variability of interpretations, and the presence of deep contradictions and problematic areas inherent to Eurasian ideological concepts, which the author conceptualizes as “dichotomies of Eurasianism.“ The article emphasizes the essential duality of Eurasianism, combining elements of verifiable scientific knowledge with ideological principles, allowing it to be considered a unique form of geo-ideology. It identifies substantive differences between the positions of classical Eurasianism (works of N. S. Trubetskoy, P. N. Savitsky, G. V. Vernadsky, etc.) and the prevailing directions of Eurasianism in the 21st century (“neo-Eurasianism,“ concepts of “Greater Eurasia,“ “Northern Eurasia“). The simultaneous presence of universalism (on an all-Russian and continental scale) and pronounced “Russia-centricity,“ as well as the combination of geoeconomic and geocultural isolationism with a strong integrative message across nations and countries, inherent in Eurasianism, are demonstrated. The necessity for the further development of Eurasianism, including within the framework of social geography issues, is substantiated.
The impact of smart city construction on resident well-being: the mediating role of technology acceptance
Authors: Lu Wenbin , Liang Xiaotong
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the relationships between smart city construction, technology acceptance, and resident well-being, integrating the Technology Acceptance Model with smart city research. Using structural equation modeling and data from 2,187 residents across five smart cities, we examine how smart city initiatives influence technology acceptance and, consequently, resident well-being. Results indicate that smart city construction positively affects perceived usefulness and ease of use of smart technologies, which in turn drive technology acceptance. Technology acceptance significantly mediates the relationship between smart city initiatives and resident well-being, highlighting its crucial role in translating urban innovations into quality of life improvements. The indirect effect of smart city construction on resident well-being through technology acceptance was significant (β = 0.183, p < 0.001), accounting for 37.1% of the total effect. Additionally, a direct positive effect of smart city construction on well-being was observed (β = 0.31, p < 0.001), suggesting benefits beyond active technology engagement. The study contributes to smart city literature by providing empirical evidence for the often-assumed link between smart city development and resident well-being, while also extending the application of the Technology Acceptance Model to urban contexts. These findings have important implications for urban planners and policymakers, emphasizing the need for user-centered design and inclusive development strategies in smart city projects to maximize positive impacts on urban populations.
Diagnosis And Accurate Classification of Apple Leaf Diseases Using Vision Transformers
Authors: Aslan Emrah , ÖZÜPAK Yıldırım
Published: September 2024

In agriculture, plant pests and diseases are one of the major factors that reduce fruit and vegetable yields. Early detection of foliar diseases, which cause significant yield losses in apple production, is of great importance for the sustainability of agricultural production. The subjective and inefficient nature of traditional manual and tool-based diagnostic methods is insufficient to provide solutions that meet scientific and production standards. In this context, pattern recognition and deep learning techniques offer more effective alternatives for automatic image analysis and classification. In this study, Vision Transformers are used for disease classification from apple leaf images. The dataset consists of images of healthy apple leaves and apple leaves with different diseases. The results show that Vision Transformers is effective in classifying apple leaf diseases with high accuracy. This study makes an important contribution to increasing the use of digital technologies in agriculture and plant health monitoring.
Integrating Pythagorean Fuzzy SAW and Entropy in Decision-Making for Legal Effectiveness in Renewable Energy Projects
Authors: Eti Serkan , Yüksel Serhat
Published: September 2024

The most important factors must be identified to ensure efficient legal effectiveness for renewable energy projects. However, there are very few studies aimed at determining the most important factors affecting the legal effectiveness of these projects. This situation emerges as a very important gap in the legal effectiveness literature. Accordingly, this study aims to evaluate the most significant indicators of legal effectiveness in renewable energy projects. For this purpose, the main research question of this study is which are the priority strategies to ensure legal effectiveness for these projects. In this scope, four different factors are weighted via Pythagorean fuzzy entropy. Another evaluation was also implemented for the seven emerging (E7) countries in the following process. Within this framework, the Pythagorean fuzzy SAW technique is taken into consideration. The main motivation of this study is the strong need for a comprehensive evaluation to understand the key indicators of the legal effectiveness of renewable energy projects. Hence, the main contribution of this study is the generation of a novel decision-making model to reach this objective. It is concluded that understanding the challenges is the most important criterion.
Similarly, defining comprehensive standards also plays a crucial role in this framework. However, developing long-term policies and a fast and fair licensing process have lower significance weights than the others. On the other side, the ranking results denote that Mexico and Russia are the most successful emerging countries with respect to the performance of legal effectiveness. On the other hand, China and Turkey have lower performance in this context.
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF POWER PLANT USING UNIT COMMITMENT SCHEDULING
Authors: Puspita Siwi Ratih , Annisa Akbar Ayu , Litta Lista , Alviadi Nur Risal Andi
Published: September 2024

Unit commitment is the scheduling of disconnected generation of generating units in an electric power system within a certain period, with the aim of meeting load demand. This scheduling is usually determined based on human load demand which always changes over time. This research aims to determine the production costs of thermal plants using the Second Order Gradient method to obtain economical operating costs, to determine fuel costs based on plant loading, and to determine the most economical scheduling using unit commitment. This is to determine the most optimal on/off schedule for generating units to be operated to meet the estimated load to achieve minimum fuel costs in rupiah.
DEVELOPMENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEM STUDENT PERIOD COMPLETION MOBILE-BASED
Authors: NFH Alifya , Tri Wardani Ayu , Suhardi Rahman Edi
Published: September 2024

This research aims to develop a mobile-based student study period completion information system in JPTE. The system developed uses the fountain development model approach with 5 stages, namely analysis, subsystem requirements, design, implementation, and testing. The purpose of choosing the fountain model is to ensure flexibility in development and adaptation to user needs. Black Box testing is carried out to ensure that each main feature, such as login, thesis/final project upload, journal upload notification, input and display of graduation dates, as well as management of student and KAPRODI data, functions according to the specifications set. The test results show that all 100% of the features successfully meet the expected functional criteria, with a system that is able to provide easy access, flexibility, and responsiveness. Overall, the Black Box test results show that the system is ready to be used by users and meets all the functional requirements that have been set. This mobile-based information system is expected to improve the efficiency of academic administration management and support the smooth process of completing the student study period.
Analisis Kinerja Keuangan Pengelolaan Alokasi Dana Desa Berdasarkan Rasio Efektivitas, Rasio Efisiensi Dan Rasio Pertumbuhan Pada Pemerintah Desa Kaliboto Kabupaten Blitar Periode 2019-2021
Authors: Alyumna Asfiatul Hikmah  , Edi Murdiyanto  , Zulfia Rahmawati
Published: September 2024

Financial performance analysis is carried out by comparing the results achieved from one period with another. In this case, the ratios used by the author in this research are the effectiveness ratio, efficiency ratio and growth ratio. This ratio is used to provide an overview of information regarding financial performance over the last three years (2019-2021).
This research uses quantitative methods because the data collected is in the form of figures obtained from the 2019-2021 APBDes Realization Report. The data used in this research is a time series. The results of this research show that the effectiveness ratio of the Kaliboto Village government from 2019 to 2020 has very effective performance. The efficiency ratio of the Kaliboto Village government in 2019 to 2021 experienced increases and decreases. The growth ratio in 2019 increased by 7.17%, then descreades in 2020 by 1.45%, but decreased in 2021, namely -10.07%.
Pengaruh Pengembangan Karir Dan Komitmen Organisasi Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan Pada PT. Gaya Makmur Tractors Makassar
Authors: Reski Bubung  , Rina Rina  , Kamaruddin Kamaruddin
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study is to understand how career development and organizational commitment affect how employee performance at PT. Gaya Makmur Tractors Makassar. This data is surveyed to obtain primary data. The slovin formula was used in the study, and a total of 90 people were sampled. The validity and reliability of these findings have been evaluated, through heteroscedasticity, multicollinearity, and normality tests have all been considered. The data analysis method uses multiple regression.
Pengaruh Motivasi dan Komunikasi Terhadap Kemampuan Kerja dan Dampaknya Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Allstay Hotel Semarang
Authors: Hendra Jaya  , Ganda Subrata
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of motivation and communication on work ability and its impact on the performance of Allstay Hotel Semarang employees. The population of this research is all 59 Allstay Hotel Semarang employees. Samples were taken using the census method. Data analysis techniques use regression analysis and path analysis. The test results concluded that (1) there is a positive and significant influence of motivation and communication on work ability, (2) there is a positive and significant influence of motivation and communication on performance, (3) work ability does not mediate the effect of motivation on performance, (4) work ability does not mediate the effect of communication on performance. The suggestions given are (1) leaders should be able to strive to provide better work motivation, (2) leaders should always communicate well with subordinates
Peran Public Relations dalam Mengatasi Manajemen Krisis
Authors: Ignes Ambarwati  , Mochammad Mirza  , Ari Suseno  , Alamsyah Alamsyah
Published: September 2024

PT.  Lion Mentari Airlines (Lion Air) was founded on November 15 1999 and began operations on June 30 2000. By serving flight routes from Jakarta to Pontianak using Boeing 737-200 type aircraft.  Lion Air has a philosophy that consumers are truly sovereign (consumer sovereignty) with the slogan "We make people fly".  On one of the social media platforms which is currently in the spotlight for the wider community, namely Tiktok, there is a report that has attracted the attention of netizens about the derailment of one of the planes from the Batik Air airline, which is a subsidiary of the Lion Group, the Jakarta - Yogyakarta flight, which occurred at the airport.  Adisujipto Yogyakarta.  The method used in this research is the qualitative case studies research method.  This research was carried out using 2 techniques, the first was collecting data by observing the phenomenon of events that occurred on social media, and the second was by conducting direct interview techniques with related sources.  You can find out how alert the Lion Air Group public relations officer is in dealing with issues and problems developing in society to anticipate crises that occur in the company or airline. Writing the conclusion is the final part of the research paper which contains a common picture and ties it into the initial research.  Writing a conclusion involves having to give a very brief description of the results, although you don't need to go into too much detail in the presentation.
Analisis Dan Pembenahan Sistem Kompensasi Berdasarkan Metode Overlapping Dan Adhered Pada UKM XYZ
Authors: Kadek Dwi Trisna Larasati  , Meilani Sulistina  , Sevanya Sagala  , Olyvia Yosephine Margareth Sitorus  , Lindawati Kartika
Published: September 2024

Compensation system is an approach to increase employees welfare in order to enhance their motivation resulting in increased productivity. Compensation includes all forms of reward, both financial and non-financial, in regards to services given by employees provided to the company. The object of this research is SME XYZ which operates in the food and beverage sector in East Jakarta. SME XYZ’s focus is selling Japanese food, such as sushi and ramen. Founded in 2013, SME XYZ has never made compensation adjustments to the business situation. Therefore, it is necessary to adjust the compensation given to employees based on applicable compensation principles as well as 3P Principles. The aim of this research is to determine the condition of the compensation system implemented by SME XYZ and to analyze the compensation system using adhered and overlapping methods. The results of this research indicate that SME XYZ does not have an ideal compensation system yet, so compensation adjustments are required. Adjustments are made using the adhered and overlapping method by grouping job titles into six grades. SME XYZ is advised to use the overlapping method in implementing the compensation system because it provides more comprehensive results.
Analysis of the Social and Environmental Impact of Ecotourism on Local Communities: A Case Study on the Development of Ecotourism Destinations in the Kuta Beach Area
Authors: Putera Widiastiti Anak Agung Istri , Paramitha Made Widya , Amir Firlie Lanovia
Published: September 2024

This study examines the social and environmental impacts of the development of ecotourism destinations in the Kuta Beach area on the local community. Ecotourism, as a sustainable tourism approach, has the potential to provide significant economic, social, and environmental benefits to local communities. However, its implementation often has complex impacts, both positive and negative, especially related to changes in spatial planning, socio-culture, and the natural environment. This case study uses a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews with local residents, destination managers, and other related parties, as well as direct observation on the ground. The results of the study show that ecotourism in the Kuta Beach area has made a positive contribution to improving the economic welfare of the local community through the creation of jobs and new business opportunities. However, on the other hand, there is also an increase in pressure on the environment, including the degradation of coastal ecosystems and the destruction of natural habitats. In addition, social changes such as shifts in cultural values and lifestyles of local communities are a significant concern. Thus, a holistic and participatory management strategy that involves local communities is needed to maximize the benefits of ecotourism while minimizing its negative impacts. The conclusion of this study emphasizes the importance of integrating social and environmental aspects in the planning and management of ecotourism destinations in order to achieve true sustainability.
Consumo e digestibilidade de pequenos ruminantes alimentados com óleo de babaçu e mesocarpo nas regiões Norte e Nordeste do Brasil
Authors: Vilela Gleice Kelle Silva Marques , Barbosa Steyce Neves , Alves Matheus Bilio , Viana Diego Carvalho , Acioly Thiago Machado da Silva
Published: September 2024

A criação de pequenos ruminantes é uma importante fonte de subsistência e renda para os agricultores familiares, contribuindo para a segurança alimentar e o desenvolvimento socioeconômico. Para elevar a produção desses animais visando o baixo custo com a alimentação, se faz necessário recorrer às diferentes alternativas de alimentos, que além de diminuir os gastos, proporciona aos animais maior consumo e aproveitamento dos nutrientes. Nesse sentido, surge então o mesocarpo e o óleo de babaçu, uma alternativa alimentar que se apresenta como fonte nutritiva geralmente melhorando o desempenho produtivo, e reduzindo doenças metabólicas ocasionadas pela alta concentração de grãos na dieta. Objetiva-se com esta revisão de literatura realizar um levantamento sobre consumo e digestibilidade dos nutrientes em pequenos ruminantes alimentados com óleo e mesocarpo de babaçu na região Norte e Nordeste do Brasil. Os artigos escolhidos para esta revisão foram publicados em bases de dados no período de 2013 a 2023, utilizando os seguintes critérios de inclusão: babassu oil, babassu mesocarp, alternative feeding, lambs nutrition, intake and digestibility of nutrients. Os estudos indicam que o óleo e o mesocarpo de babaçu podem ser utilizados na alimentação de pequenos ruminantes, apresentando ganhos significativos quanto ao consumo e digestibilidade de nutrientes. Contudo, há restrição quanto ao uso desse alimento alternativo na dieta, onde, a quantidade adequada para o mesocarpo é entre 10 a 10,5%, e para o óleo de babaçu de até 7%.
Estimación de la altura de vuelo en aves
Authors: Ruiz Velásquez Elder , Santos Moreno Antonio
Published: September 2024

Knowing the species and the altitude at which birds fly is crucial for establishing measures to minimize the probability of collisions with aircraft or wind turbines. There are many sophisticated methods to determine the flight altitude of birds, although not all are accessible to everyone. Two steps based on trigonometric principles can be used to estimate flight altitude. The validity of the results depends on the assumptions of the method. Despite the robustness of trigonometric principles, observer biases in data collection can affect accuracy. However, this tool is much more effective, realistic, and economical compared to other methods.
Photoreforming of lignocellulose into hydrogen
Authors: Liao Guangfu , Wu Mingjie
Published: September 2024

The naturally plentiful, clean, and sustainable biomass resource has the ability to partially replace the limited supply of fossil fuels as a feedstock for the long-term, sustainable production of high-value chemicals and fuels. Meantime, the straightforward, gentle, and ecologically friendly photocatalytic technique seems to be a novel line of inquiry for the conversion of lignocellulose into hydrogen and other fuels. In this perspective, the photoreforming of lignocellulose into H2 including their fundamentals, some typical examples, and significant scientific discussion are rigorously examined.
Effect of wildfires on mobility of metribuzine herbicide in agricultural soil
Authors: Akyol Gokce
Published: September 2024

Metribuzine has been used extensively for controlling wide range of broadleaf weeds and grasses, which can lead to severe contamination of soil and groundwater. Wildfires are an important process in environment, which can be severe for many areas and could have a significant impact on the properties of the soil. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of wildfires for the fate and transport of atrazine for agricultural soil. Miscible displacement experiments were used for the objectives. Results showed that the average distribution coefﬁcient (Kd) obtained from metribuzine was 0.28 and 0.13 L/Kg for soils prior to and after wildfire, respectively. Results indicate that organic matter content of soil has most likely played major role on sorption of metribuzine and exhibited rate-limited sorption-desorption. In addition, sorption of metribuzine onto soil after wildfire was significantly lower which could lead to more contamination risk of groundwater resources. The results from the present study would also help in designing of effective herbicide management strategies for contaminated sites.
Penerapan prosedur operasional standar budi daya tanaman jeruk ramah lingkungan untuk menekan infestasi kutu perisai merah Aonidiella aurantii (Maskell) (Hemiptera: Diaspididae)
Authors: Wicaksono Rudi Cahyo , Endarto Otto , Istianto Mizu , Budiarto Kurniawan , Tarigan Rasiska , Triasih Unun , Wuryantini Susi
Published: September 2024

Jeruk merupakan tanaman hortikultura yang sudah dikembangkan diberbagai daerah di Indonesia. Setiap tahun permintaan buah jeruk selalu meningkat, namun tidak terpenuhi karena produksi rendah. Permasalahan ini disebabkan oleh adanya serangan organisme penggangu tanaman, yaitu hama kutu perisai merah Aonidiella aurantii (Maskel). Upaya yang dilakukan untuk menekan infestasi A. aurantii, yaitu dengan penerapan prosedur operasional standar (SOP) pada budi daya tanaman jeruk ramah lingkungan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efektifitas penerapan SOP dalam menekan populasi dan intensitas serangan hama kutu perisai merah A. aurantii pada tanaman jeruk. Penelitian dilaksanakan bulan Januari sampai Agutus 2020 di kebun jeruk milik petani di Kota Batu. Penelitian eksperimen ini menggunakan metode teori research design. Perlakuan terdiri atas petak penerapan SOP berupa pemangkasan pemeliharaan, sanitasi kebun, dan aplikasi pupuk organik; dan petak konvensional kebiasaan petani yang tidak melakukan pemangkasan, membersihkan gulma di seluruh kebun, penggunaan pupuk anorganik NKP Mutiara 16-16-16. Luas setiap petak perlakuan adalah 1.500 m2. Pada setiap pelakuan diambil 10 tanaman sampel secara sistematik. Pengamatan setaiap tanaman dilakukan pada ranting atau cabang yang tersebar pada 4 arah mata angin. Pengamatan meliputi jumlah buah terserang, kelimpahan musuh alami, populasi, dan intensitas serangan A. aurantii. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlakuan penerapan SOP budi daya jeruk mampu menurunkan kepadatan populasi dan intensitas serangan hama A. aurantii secara nyata serta mampu meningkatkan kelimpahan musuh alami dan kualitas buah jeruk apabila dibandingkan dengan cara budi daya jeruk pada perlakuan konvensional.
Development Strategy Management Model for Tennis Club in Guangzhou City, the People’s Republic of China
Authors: Lin Zexin , Maharkan Pattarapon
Published: September 2024

Background and Aim: More tennis players in Guangzhou offer a larger platform for the sport's growth. The Guangzhou Tennis Club has grown quickly in the last few years. However, as the tennis club has grown, several issues have emerged, including management, staffing, and club operations.
Materials and Methods: This study used a questionnaire to look into 286 club members, 143 club coaches, and 53 club administrators from 50 tennis clubs in Guangzhou. The data is analyzed using the descriptive statistics method, and the resultant conclusion serves as a foundation for guidance for the Guangzhou Tennis Club's strategic management model. The instrument; (1) Survey data questionnaire for research purposes. (2) Evaluation form for focus groups. (3) Expert interview guide. (4) Questionnaire for expert assessment. Analyzing Data: (1) The average and percentage must be used in the questionnaire. (2) Content analysis will be used to analyze the data from focus groups and interviews.
Results: (1) Able to fully mobilize resources to support development; good at forging cooperative relationships with pertinent institutions. (2) There are organizations to support the growth of the tennis club, and the staff management structure is well-defined. (3) There are standards and design requirements for both members and staff to meet to enter the club. Issues and challenges: (1) Absence of strategies to encourage tennis club growth in conjunction with pertinent institutional or national policies. (2) Professional staff is absent from tennis club management and instruction, and the clubs' development trajectory is unidirectional. (3) Absence of a system for tracking tennis club performance and lack of authority over the maximum number of members. And (4) abusing the tennis club welfare allowance, pressuring staff members.
Conclusion: (1) Guangzhou Tennis Club should be taken into consideration when creating the phased development plan, and national and government policies should be used to promote development. The organizing section's management development strategy can be summed up as follows: using the organization's current resources to support the club's quick development. The leading development strategy should be summed up in the leadership section as follows: suitable systems should be developed to standardize each employee's daily work and have requirements for employees. The following succinctly describes the controlling development strategy in the control section: planning employee development and effectively ensuring employee welfare, as well as collaboratively advancing the growth of Guangzhou Tennis Club. (2) Fifteen experts have given the Guangzhou Tennis Club's development strategy management mode, which was created for this study, high marks. The Guangzhou Tennis Club's development strategic management mode received an average score of 4.65 from 15 participants, indicating that the experts are satisfied with the mode's practical application and overall impact.
The Singing Techniques of Traditional Chinese Yu Opera in Sociological and Anthropological Perspectives
Authors: Dong Shan , Chaiyason Noppon
Published: September 2024

Background and Aims: Traditional Chinese Yu Opera, a culturally significant art form, embodies unique singing techniques that offer rich insights into the social and cultural dimensions of China. This research aims to investigate the singing techniques of traditional Chinese Yu Opera from sociological and anthropological perspectives.
Materials and Methods: The study utilized a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative analysis, ethnographic observation, and expert interviews. Extensive literature reviews provided a theoretical foundation, while fieldwork included observing performances and conducting interviews with Yu Opera artists and cultural experts. This comprehensive methodological framework aimed to capture the nuances of singing techniques and their socio-cultural implications.
Results: The research findings highlight that Yu Opera's singing techniques are not only artistic expressions but also potent cultural symbols that reflect and influence social structures and values. Detailed analyses of performances, particularly the opera "Mulan", revealed how these techniques convey cultural narratives and facilitate social interaction, aligning with sociological theories of cultural capital and anthropological views on cultural transmission.
Conclusion: This study underscores the importance of Yu Opera's singing techniques as cultural texts that extend beyond mere performance, serving as vehicles for social cohesion and cultural continuity. The findings advocate for enhanced educational programs and interdisciplinary research to preserve and understand traditional arts like Yu Opera, ensuring their relevance in contemporary society.
Socio-Anthropological Analysis of Musical Characteristics and Contemporary Status of Naxi Chinese Folk Songs
Authors: Liao Ying , Chaiyason Noppon
Published: September 2024

Background and Aims: The musical heritage of the Naxi people, an ethnic minority in Yunnan Province, China, embodies a unique blend of traditional and contemporary influences, serving as a vivid example of cultural resilience. The aim is to analyze the socio-anthropological aspects of the musical characteristics and contemporary status of Naxi Chinese folk songs.
Materials and Methods: A qualitative research approach was employed, integrating ethnographic fieldwork in Tacheng Township, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, China, semi-structured interviews with three key informants, and participant observation. The data were collected in Tacheng, a region known for its rich Naxi musical culture. This approach allowed for an in-depth exploration of the interactions between the Naxi community and their musical traditions, focusing on how cultural practices are transmitted, adapted, and sustained in contemporary settings.
Results: The study revealed that Naxi folk songs, particularly the genre "Guqi," are not only artistic expressions but also crucial carriers of community memory and identity. Adaptation strategies such as incorporation into cultural festivals and modern media were observed. Challenges include a generational gap in the transmission of knowledge and the impact of economic development on traditional practices.
Conclusion: Naxi folk songs demonstrate significant resilience through adaptation and continuity, reflecting broader themes of cultural sustainability and identity negotiation. Recommendations for enhancing youth engagement and leveraging digital media for cultural preservation are proposed to ensure the longevity of these musical traditions.
The Historical and Musical Characteristics of the Henan Qu Chinese Opera Troupe in the Social Context
Authors: Wang Lingyao , Liu Wenzhe
Published: September 2024

Background and Aims: Chinese Opera, specifically the Henan Qu Chinese Opera Troupe, embodies a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and artistic expression that has evolved through centuries. The study aims to investigate the historical and musical characteristics of the Henan Qu Chinese opera troupe in the social context.
Materials and Methods: Employing a qualitative research design, the study utilizes ethnographic fieldwork, semi-structured interviews, and archival research. Participant observations during performances, rehearsals, and cultural events, along with interviews with troupe performers, directors, and cultural experts, provide a multifaceted perspective on the opera’s evolution and current practices. Archival documents and recordings complement these insights by tracing the troupe's historical development.
Results: The research highlights how the Henan Qu Chinese Opera Troupe has navigated significant historical upheavals and adapted to contemporary challenges while maintaining its distinctive musical and theatrical identity. Innovations in performance and outreach have helped sustain interest and relevance among newer audiences, demonstrating a dynamic interplay between preserving traditional art forms and embracing modernity.
Conclusion: The Henan Qu Chinese Opera Troupe exemplifies the successful adaptation of traditional cultural expressions to modern contexts, underscoring the importance of innovative strategies in audience engagement and artistic collaboration. The study underscores the potential of traditional arts to remain culturally and socially relevant, offering insights into broader strategies for cultural preservation.
Two-Year Outcomes are Equal in Kellgren-Lawrence Osteoarthritis Grades 1-4 after Total Knee Arthroplasty with Medial-Pivot Implants and Kinematic Alignment.
Authors: Jones Brett K , Carlson Brian J , Keller Hana M. , Vuong Trisha , Todderud Julia , Scott David
Published: September 2024

Introduction

While risks exist with total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and survivorship is not indefinite, delaying surgery may lead to further deterioration of the knee joint, functional outcomes, and health status. Most studies report that patients with high-grade osteoarthritis (OA) scores have higher satisfaction and functional scores, cautioning against TKA in those with lower OA grades. This study correlates Kellgren-Lawrence (KL) OA scores with outcomes following kinematically-aligned TKA.

Methods

Preoperative anteroposterior weight-bearing radiographs of 168 patients enrolled in a prospective trial were scored for KL grade. Patients were segregated into two groups: the low-grade OA group had KL scores of 1 or 2, the high-grade OA group had a KL score of 3 or 4. Outcomes as measured with Forgotten Joint Score (FJS), Knee Society Score (KSS), and Range of motion were compared up to 2-years.

Results

There were 29 subjects with low-grade KL scores and 127 with high-grade KL scores. There were no differences in BMI, age, or gender distribution. The only statistically significant difference was in the preoperative KSS Pain/Motion score, 60.6 in the low-grade OA group vs. 46.4 in the high-grade group (P<0.008). There were no significant differences between the groups in FJS at one or two-year follow-up. There were no differences in KSS Functional or Composite Scores, or in range of motion (ROM) at pre-op, 1-year or 2-years, and in KSS Pain/Motion at 1 or 2-years.

Conclusion

There were no significant differences in FJS, KSS, and ROM in patients with low- vs. high-grade OA up to 2-year follow-up. Patients with lower grade OA demonstrated substantial improvements in their FJS, KSS scores, and ROM indistinguishable from the higher-grade OA cohort up to 2-years, suggesting no shorter-term downside to earlier intervention with kinematically-aligned medial-pivot (MP) TKA.
¿Simvastatina o Sinvastatina? Reflexión sobre la Ortografía de un Fármaco Importante
Authors: Abad Cuenca Sebastián Eduardo
Published: September 2024

Los problemas de redacción ya son comunes en la literatura médica y, con la premisa de que la esencia de cualquier trabajo científico es ser comprensible, la promoción de la ortografía permitirá una comunicación más fácil y accesible, sin descuidar las reglas del idioma, dando paso a un compromiso con la claridad, la coherencia y la uniformidad en el uso del idioma español en el contexto médico y académico.
Percepción de los académicos del Departamento de Ciencias Médicas de la Facultad de Medicina y Odontología de la Universidad de Antofagasta sobre la importancia de la investigación formativa en educación médica
Authors: Torres Belma Alberto , Becerra Mellado Natalia , Gutiérrez Pereira Bárbara , Alvarez Iguaín Claudia
Published: September 2024

Formative research consists of the development of research skills in students. This implies the existence of a teacher who has the necessary skills in the area [1]. The general objective of the research was to describe the perception of academics from the Department of Medical Sciences of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry of the University of Antofagasta about the importance of formative research in medical education. Descriptive and cross-sectional study that included 27 academics out of a total of 42 (64.2%). The questionnaire was structured in the following dimensions: formative research in medical education and teaching strategies; and activities related to formative research. The response category “Very important” obtains the highest value (54%) in the statement that consulted about the Development of research skills in medical students during their undergraduate training. The response category “Very important” records the highest value in the statement that consulted on Discussion of clinical cases (79%). Academics value formative research, in accordance with the requirements of the National Accreditation Commission of Chile (CNA), recognizing the role of different milestones, actors involved and teaching strategies.

La investigación formativa consiste en el desarrollo de habilidades de investigación en estudiantes. Ello implica la existencia de un docente que posea las competencias necesarias en el área (1). El objetivo general de la investigación fue describir la percepción de los académicos del Departamento de Ciencias Médicas de la Facultad de Medicina y Odontología de la Universidad de Antofagasta sobre la importancia de la investigación formativa en educación médica. Estudio descriptivo y transversal que incluyó a 27 académicos de un total de 42 (64,2%). El cuestionario se estructuró en las siguientes dimensiones: investigación formativa en educación médica y Estrategias de enseñanza; y actividades relacionadas con la investigación formativa. La categoría de respuesta “Muy importante”, obtiene el valor más alto (54%) en la afirmación que consultó sobre el Desarrollo de habilidades de investigación en estudiantes de medicina durante su formación de pregrado. La categoría de respuesta “Muy importante” registra el valor más alto en la afirmación que consultó sobre Discusión de casos clínicos (79%). Los académicos valoran la investigación formativa, concordando con las exigencias de la Comisión Nacional de Acreditación de Chile (CNA), reconociendo el papel de distintos hitos, actores involucrados y estrategias de enseñanza.
Non-Legal Economic Entities: What Is That?
Authors: Kleandrov Mikhail I.
Published: September 2024

The article raises the issue of considering the economic entities in Russia from the legal standpoint. Such entities tobjectively existed, exist today and will certainly exist in the foreseeable future. At different historical stages of the Russian state development, they acquired various types. The main thing that united them was that they were not subjects of law, did not have legal personality. The goals and objectives of this study are to determine the configuration of these entities, to identify their full or partial economic basis, as well as to identify the negative consequences of their lack of legal personality. The author asks the question: which types of these entities can eventually form a proper legal personality, turning them into subjects of law? The methodological basis of this study was made up of general scientific research methods: dialectical-materialistic cognition, analysis, synthesis, generalization, as well as concrete scientific methods of cognition: formal-legal, historical-legal and comparative-legal. The results of the study. The problem of the real existence in the life of society of economic entities that have not reached the level of the subject of law is posed. This was done using existing examples: self-employed citizens, artificial intelligence, volunteer detachments, etc. Conclusions: the article suggests that it is necessary to withdraw from the " legal shadow" of economic non-legal entities, since without this they are defenseless in the matter of judicial protection of their rights and interests in case of their violation or challenge. At the same time, it is noted that it is not expedient to endow some of their types with legal personality.
Effectiveness of Legal Regulation in the Field of Ensuring Employment and Social Protection of the Unemployed in the Russian Federation
Authors: Guseva Tatyana
Published: September 2024

Solving the problems of ensuring employment of the population is an important task of the state socio-economic policy. The tension of the situation on the labor market, the public demand for increased social protection of the unemployed necessitates the study of the effectiveness of legal regulation of employment.The purpose of the study is to study the effectiveness of legal regulation of relations in the field of employment promotion in Russian Federation. The objectives of the study are indicated: identification of approaches to understanding efficiency in legal science; study of employment legislation based on a normative approach, identification of the goals of legal regulation and assessment of the effectiveness of their achievement; taking into account the sociological approach, assessment of the level of consistency in the legal regulation of employment of the interests of labor market participants.The methodological basis of the study was made up of general scientific (dialectical, logical, systematic, analysis and synthesis) and special (comparative legal and formal legal) methods.The chosen approach to assessing the effectiveness allowed us to identify the main goals of legal regulation of employment — promoting the realization of citizensʼ rights to full, productive and freely chosen employment and social protection from unemployment and to determine whether they are achieved within the existing mechanisms of legal regulation. It is revealed that the reasons for the inefficient operation of the norms, the failure to achieve the goals for which they were introduced, are due to the lack of coordinated interests of labor market participants. Proposals have been developed to improve federal and regional employment legislation.
Issues of Termination of Work Relations Due to Reaching the Age Limit
Authors: Presnyakov Mikhail V.
Published: September 2024

A number of changes to current legislation in recent years have been aimed at increasing the length of stay in the service of certain categories of civil servants. At the same time, such changes are associated with a number of problems concerning: a) the validity of the extension of work relations; b) the fate of the labor contract (contract extension or the conclusion of a new one); c) the grounds and procedure for termination of the contract; d) state guarantees upon termination of the contract in connection with reaching the age limit. The situation is aggravated by the lack of uniform regulation of these issues in different types of state and municipal service. The theoretical and methodological development of this topic is quite low. Most of the works related to the change in work relations have the subject of analysis of military service and specific problems related, for example, to gender aspects of securing the age limit. Directly on the grounds and procedure for terminating the labor contract (contract, employment contract) due to reaching the age limit, a small number of publications can be distinguished, which do not take into account later changes in legislation. To achieve the set tasks, both a general scientific dialectical method is used, which allows us to understand the duality of understanding the legal categories under consideration, as well as methods of formal logic, a comparative method, a system-structural method, etc. According to the results of the study, the author comes to the conclusion that it should be unequivocally fixed that the labor contract (contract, employment contract) is imperative terminated when employees reach the age limit. At the same time, it is allowed to extend this period, but not the labor agreement itself, therefore, a new labor contract (employment contract) of an urgent nature can be concluded with such a person. In conclusion, specific proposals are made to improve the current legislation.
Political Approach in Legal Science and the Doctrine of Gaps in Law
Authors: Rudkovskiy Victor
Published: September 2024

Among various scientific approaches used by modern jurisprudence, a special place is occupied by political approach or, more precisely, political-legal approach. The specificity of the indicated approach is that it suggests a specific view of law as means of realizing the actual needs and interests of society and the state. Consideration of the indicated approach gives opportunity to treat many actual and controversial problems of juridical science, including the problem of gaps in law, in a new way. The purpose of the study is to demonstrate the uniqueness of the political approach (the politics of law) by the example of the doctrine of gaps in law. The research methodology is presented by general and special legal means of cognition, special attention is paid to the argumentation of the distinctive features of the political approach. The central idea of the study is that the concepts of the gap and the lack of a gap in law, due to different initial theoretical attitudes, do not compete so much as complement each other, offering different interpretations of legal issues. From the point of view of the theory of positive law, which defines law as a system of norms (what is law), there are no gaps in law, and from the point of view of the policy of law, which sees law as a means of satisfying certain social needs and interests (what should law be), there are gaps in law. These approaches should not be opposed. It is necessary to proceed from the assumption that the issue of the lack of a right can be solved in different ways. In the doctrine of gaps in law, along with the cognitive function of legal science, its practical-transformative function is especially pronounced. This circumstance makes it possible to interpret this doctrine as an element (sphere of scientific interests) of the policy of law.