bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
HONOUR KILLINGS ON THE TOUCHSTONE OF CONSTITUTIONAL AND CRIMINAL JURISPRUDENCE
Authors: ,Mr. Arshad Nawaz Ms. Parveen Gul, Dr. Bahadar Ali
Published: June 2023

Honour killings are long-lasting cultural practices in which family members attack a female relative by stabbing, stoning, shooting, or beating in order to kill her for reason that she brings disgrace or dishonor to their family. It is a major public health and social problem which requires a considerable attention as it causes serious psychological, social, emotional, and physical consequences. As a perusal of literature shows that majority of the explanations were based on cultural practices, this study analyze the constitutional and criminal laws in Pakistan in the context of honour killings, in which girls or women are killed by their relatives because of their provoking behavior that disgraces their families. Because in these cases, the defendants seek to introduce evidence that such killings, under such circumstances, are customary in their culture. By tracing how provocation ties into honour killings in Pakistan, this article seeks to shed light on how the criminal laws in Pakistan has been amended time to time in order to get rid from the curse of honour killings.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS AND EMPOWERMENT AMONG WOMEN BENEFICIRIES OF BENAZIR INCOME SUPPORT PROGRAME (BISP)
Authors: Dr. Muneera Naveeda Iram Warsi, Dr. Muhammad Abdul Malik,
Published: June 2023

The main objective of this study is to investigate the association between socio economic status and women empowerment. This study was conducted from Karachi city . The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is the large-scale public sector program in Pakistan that targets the poor women by providing unconditional cash transfers which is an effort of women empowerment and poverty alleviation. Present study is an attempt to examine that BISP’s beneficiary’s empowerment and those who get cash transfers but not empowered due to interference of male family members. No significant research has ever been compiled to measure the degree. Sample of the present study is comprised 80 women empowered beneficiaries =40 ( M=25.23,SD=3.01), while without empowered beneficiaries = 40 (M= 27.12,SD= 2.42) of ages 18 to above those who have national identity cards holders. All Participants of the study were selected from beneficiaries of BISP. The measures were used: a) Personal information form and b)Self-designed closed ended Questionnaire: Part 1 women empowerment with (11 items) part 2. Socio- economic condition with (8 items) schedules for interviews. Research data was statistically examined through descriptive statistic and Pearson Product Moment Correlation was used to find out the effect of socio- economic status and its relationship with or without empowerment. Findings showed that those women who are dependent on male family members are not empowered which is immense problem to alleviate the poverty.
Contribution of ALOS PALSAR DEM Imagery to the Study of Geological and Morphostructural Lineaments of Boma Trough Block, Onshore Coastal Basin of D.R. Congo
Authors: Diambu Shams Mbudi , Osomba Dominique Westhondo , Mayena Thomas Kanika , Umba-di-Mbudi Clement N’zau
Published: June 2023

Geological and morphostructural lineaments are considered as the surface expression of geological structures and linear features of valleys, ridges and river drainage systems. Lineaments extracted from satellite images have always been effective in understanding the structural context of a region. The lineaments observed on the surface provide information on the tectonic stresses that have affected an area and give a first impression of the probable existence and orientation of geological structures that may constitute oil traps at depth. This study aims to semi-automatically extract lineaments (by combining the use of GIS software, remote sensing and operator intervention) in Boma Trough Block, an oil block located to the east of D.R. Congo Coastal Basin and still poorly explored. The satellite image used in this work is an ALOS PALSAR DEM with a spatial resolution of 12.5m, enhanced in traditional hillshade (solar azimuth of 315° and 45°) and multidirectional hillshade; which allowed the extraction of 3129 lineaments, with lengths ranging from 0.16 to 3.79 km, oriented on multidirectional hillshade at 47.1% along the NW-SE direction, at 44.1% along the NE-SW, 7.3% for N-S and 1.4% for E-W. Lineament density mapping revealed that areas with high and very high densities cover 43% of ??the study area, where the Precambrian basement is largely outcropping, while low and very low density areas represent 41% and contain sedimentary formations. Areas with moderate densities covered ??16%. The lineaments extracted from the DEM image compared to the reality on the field show a positive correlation. This confirms the important contribution of the processing approach used in this study.
Robust Model Discovery with SINDy and Ensemble Learning
Authors: Fasel Urban
Published: June 2023

The sparse identification of nonlinear dynamics (SINDy) algorithm can identify dynamical system models purely from data. In this talk, I will present recent work on extending the SINDy algorithm using ensemble learning to identify interpretable and generalizable models in the low-data and high-noise limit. We apply the ensemble-SINDy (E-SINDy) algorithm to a range of challenging synthetic and real-world data sets and demonstrate substantial improvements to the accuracy and robustness of model discovery from noisy and limited data. E-SINDy is computationally efficient, with similar scaling as standard SINDy. We show that E-SINDy can perform efficient uncertainty estimation and probabilistic forecasts, compared to expensive Bayesian uncertainty quantification methods via MCMC. Finally, we show that ensemble statistics from E-SINDy can be used for active learning and improved model predictive control.
Financial Soundness and Determinants of Profitability of Non-Bank Financial Institutions of Bangladesh
Authors: Zeesha Sams Saiyadena , Islam K. M. Zahidul
Published: June 2023

The proposed study aims to evaluate the financial soundness of the NBFIs as well as to identify the firm-specific and macroeconomic factors that exert significant impact on the profitability. The bankruptcy classification model-Fulmer H-score model-was used in this study to examine financial soundness by using NBFI financial statements from 2014 to 2019. To identify the factors that influence a company's profitability, we have decided to use return on assets (ROA) as the measure of profitability and have studied numerous company-specific variables as independent factors. The findings demonstrate that over the period under consideration, six NBFIs have been operating efficiently and are in better financial condition and other 11 NBFIs have shown substandard performance and are nearer to bankruptcy. The results show that firm size, deposit ratio, capital adequacy ratio (CAR), net interest margin (NIM), non-performing loan (NPL) ratio as well as cost to income ratio substantial effect on profitability; and therefore, the study recommends NBFIs to consider increasing their capital, look for opportunities to increase their client base and identify profitable projects to invest into. The study's results further suggest a set of policy recommendations to promote transparency and manage non-performing loans effectively.
enigmatic tale of parsonage-turner syndrome
Authors: Gul Huma , Hussain Zeeshan , Khan Zaryab , Ullah Imran , Shah Syed Muzaffar
Published: June 2023

Neuralgic Amyotrophy, commonly referred to as Parsonage-Turner Syndrome (PTS), stands as a clinically diagnosed yet frequently overlooked inflammatory ailment that primarily targets the brachial plexus. [1] Regrettably, accurate identification of the condition is often delayed, subjecting patients to significant morbidity characterized by excruciating pain, muscle weakness, and sensory abnormalities in the upper extremity. Although the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms remain partially elusive, PTS typically emerges following a discernible triggering event, while the road to complete recovery can span from months to even years. [2] Within this context, we present a compelling case of PTS, aiming to shed light on the intricacies of the disease and foster heightened awareness to mitigate the risks associated with its under-diagnosis.
AI-enabled virtual reality systems for dental education
Authors: Adnan Kashif , Fahimullah  , Farrukh Umair , Askari Hassn , Siddiqui Saima , Jameel Rafey Ahmad
Published: June 2023

This study investigates the use of AI-enabled virtual reality (VR) systems in dental education. With a sample size of 200 participants, the research aims to explore the effectiveness and potential benefits of integrating AI and VR technologies into dental education programs. The study focuses on the use of AI algorithms to enhance the learning experience, simulate realistic dental procedures, and provide interactive training modules for dental students. The research employs a quantitative research technique. The quantitative research involves the distribution of surveys to the sample group, assessing their perceptions of AI-enabled VR systems in dental education and their effectiveness in improving learning outcomes. Preliminary findings suggest that AI-enabled VR systems have the potential to revolutionize dental education by offering immersive and realistic learning environments. Participants reported positive experiences with the interactive and engaging nature of AI-powered VR simulations, which allowed them to practice dental procedures in a safe and controlled setting. The incorporation of AI algorithms enhanced the realism of the simulations, providing immediate feedback, personalized learning pathways, and virtual patient scenarios. The study also examines the potential benefits of AI-enabled VR systems in addressing challenges faced by traditional dental education methods.
Comparative analysis of RIRS scoring system and Resorlu Unsal Stone Score (RUSS) for predicting stone free rate after retrograde intrarenal surgery
Authors: Diab Tamer , El Hamshary Salah A , El-Dakhakhny Amr S , Fattah Ahmed Abou Elezz Abdel
Published: June 2023

Objectives: To compare the predictive ability of the RIRS scoring system and the RUSS in predicting stone-free rate (SFR) after retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS), and to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of both scoring systems, as well as their association with complications. Methods: This retrospective study was carried out on patients who underwent RIRS for renal stones between July 2017 and July 2020. Two scoring systems were used to assess the degree of difficulty of the procedure: the RIRS scoring system and the RUSS. The predictive ability of the two scoring systems were compared using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis and calculated the sensitivity and specificity of each system. The association between the scoring systems and complications were determined using logistic regression. Results: A total of 200 patients were included in the study with a mean age of 50.13± 8.98 years and 120 (60%) were males. The results showed a significant AUC of 0.669 for the RIRS score (P<0.001), 95% CI (0.599 to 0.734). The sensitivity and specificity were 76.51 % and 85.7%, respectively. In contrast, the RUSS score revealed a non-significant unsatisfactory AUC of 0.480 (P = 0.845), with a 95% confidence interval ranging from 0.438 to 0.581.
CRIMINOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF WOMEN'S INVOLVEMENT IN ILLEGAL CIRCULATION OF NARCOTICS
Authors: Ahmad Akhiruddin
Published: June 2023

Research Objectives 1). To know and understand the background back women are involved in the illicit trafficking of narcotics. 2). To know and understand the forms of women's involvement in illicit drug trafficking. 3). To find out the efforts made by the Women's Correctional Institution involved in the illicit trafficking of Narcotics (Drugs). The results of the research are the Correctional Institution in providing guidance to Narcotics Prisoners in Correctional Institutions, namely by carrying out many development program activities, namely independence programs, personality programs, national and state awareness programs, programs to reunite society so that inmates can return to being good human beings. useful for themselves family and religion and when they return to society, they can be accepted again. The programs are: First, there is an independence development program, where this program is carried out so that inmates can work and have their own skills for their provision. For example, opening a bicycle repair shop, carp cultivation, catfish farming, cricket cultivation, bird farming, tilapia cultivation, ginger cultivation, multicultural cultivation, cattle farming, goat farming, and for female prisoners there is also knitting and making handicrafts. Second, there is a personality development program, where this program is carried out so that the inmates can get closer to God, so that the inmates can restore good mentality so that when they leave they can be accepted back into society. Examples include mutual cooperation, helping each other, reminding each other about prayer and eating schedules. The three programs are awareness of the nation and state, where this program is carried out so that prisoners can love their homeland Indonesia again and can regenerate a sense of nationalism in them, for example, such as flag ceremonies, direction of relevant agencies on the 1945 constitution. Fourth, the program reunites the community, where this program is carried out so that the inmates when they leave the Penitentiary can be accepted back into the community, with all the knowledge that has been given in the Correctional Institution.
Pengaruh Periklanan Dan Kesadaran Merek Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Sepeda Motor Merek Yamaha Pada UD. Maju Unaaha
Authors: Wahyuddin MH Muh.
Published: June 2023

This research was conducted to determine the effect of advertising and brand awareness on purchasing decisions for Yamaha motorcycles from UD. Forward Unaaha. This study uses a sample of 50 UD customers. Forward Unaaha. The data analysis method used is descriptive statistics and quantitative statistics, with the analysis tool used being multiple linear regression using the SPSS version 20 program package. The results showed that advertising and brand awareness simultaneously had a significant impact on purchasing decisions with a calculated F-score of 9.341 > F Table 3.195. With a T arithmetic value of 2.461 > T table 2.011, advertising sometimes has a significant influence on purchasing decisions. With a T-value of 2.095 > T-table of 2.011, brand awareness has a sometimes-significant influence on purchasing decisions.
Pengambilan Keputusan Strategi Dalam Pencapaian Target Migrasi Pelanggan Prabayar Pada PLN UP3 Tanjung Karang
Authors: Lestira Putri Warganegara Tri , Septiadi Sendi
Published: June 2023

Prepaid electricity or smart electricity is a service for using electrical energy by means of pln customers paying the initial fee to obtain electrical energy for use or using a token system, so that customers do not need to deal with the monthly electricity bill payment schedule and can make it easier for customers to control electricity usage and Prepaid electricity is also expected to be able to reduce late payments or what can be called arrears. The aim of the researchers in this study is to analyze and find out what strategies are appropriate in an effort to achieve the migration target of prepaid electricity customers at PT PLN (Persero) UP3 Tanjung Karang using the AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process) method and Expert Choice analysis tools that are useful for giving weights. with the aim of obtaining priority strategies. The conclusion of this study shows the right strategy to achieve the prepaid customer migration target in this research, namely improving prepaid customer service followed by free UJL promos and discounts on adding power to pln mobile and village migration programs.
Analisis Strategi Promosi Wisata Untuk Meningkatkan Kunjungan Wisatawan Puncak Mas Sukadanaham Bandar Lampung
Authors: Afifa Nur , Defrizal Defrizal
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this research is to find out how the strategy and development of promotion during the COVID-19 pandemic at Puncak Mas Sukadanaham Tourism Destinations, Bandar Lampung. This thesis explains about observing, identifying, analyzing, evaluating, treating and describing how promotion strategies and promotion development are at the peak tourist destinations of Massukadanaham Bandar Lampung. This type of research is descriptive qualitative by conducting direct interviews with informants and data obtained exclusively in the field. Methods that can be used for data collection in this study are observation and documentation. So that they get the following results: 1) Puncakmas tourist destinations in choosing their target market do not make it specifically in identifying visitors who are the target market. 2) Puncakmas in conveying message information that has meaning in it in describing/telling the beauty of tourism objects and what attractions they have. 3) Media selection is in the form of word-of-mouth recommendations and indirect communication. The promotion development strategy is only carried out personally (word of mouth) and non-personally (print media, Instagram social media, and electronic media).
Analisis Perbandingan Kinerja Keuangan PT. Ace Hardware Indonesia Tbk Sebelum dan Sesudah Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Khairudin Khairudin , Grysia Fansisca
Published: June 2023

The main focus of this research is to be able to measure and make a comparison of a company's financial performance before the pandemic and also after the covid-19 pandemic at PT. Ace Hardware Indonesia Tbk. The population is also the sample used for this research, namely using the financial statements at PT. Ace Hardware Indonesia Tbk. in 2019 and 2020. The method used for this research is descriptive quantitative. This time the measurement uses only three ratios, namely the liquidity ratio, solvency ratio, and also the profitability ratio. The results that have been studied show that there are differences in the financial performance of PT. Ace Hardware Indonesia Tbk before and after the covid-19 pandemic. There are several indicators that have decreased, namely the profitability ratio, ROA has decreased due to declining sales after the covid-19 pandemic. The company's burden increased due to the covid-19 pandemic which caused a decrease in NPM but was still within reasonable limits. However, there was a positive impact after the covid-19 pandemic, namely on the liquidity ratio, where the current ratio or current ratio increased after the covid-19 pandemic, which means the company's financial situation is getting better in paying its debts. The very current ratio and after the covid-19 pandemic was stated to be still in the good category, but the company was considered inefficient in utilizing its assets after the entry of the covid-19 pandemic. After the covid-19 pandemic, the DER value decreased, indicating that the debt and liabilities in the company were smaller than all the assets owned by the company. The company experienced a decrease in DAR meaning that the company could minimize its debt and maximize its asset management.
Pemetaan Industri Kreatif Dalam Meningktakan Pertumbuhan Ekonomi Pada Kawasan Urban di Kota Palembang
Authors: Eni Putri , Puji Astuti Anggun , Furqon Alfaridzhi Muhammad , Panorama Maya
Published: June 2023

This study aims to analyze the mapping of potential, creative economy potential, review of the contribution of the creative industry, namely according to the value of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), based on Employment, and according to Company activities and increase economic growth in urban areas in Palembang. Based on the value of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to Employment, as well as based on Company activities and increasing economic growth of urban areas in Palembang. The research method used in this study means: Desk research sourced from the agency based on the value of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), based on employment, and based on activity. The company also increases the economic growth of urban areas in or related departments, namely the industrial department of Palembang City and literature on the creative industry using studies that are in accordance with the value of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), based on employment, as well as according to the Company's activities and increasing economic growth in urban areas. And a short survey to the creative industry was selected to receive primary data as an evidentiary activity supported by a structured survey tool. The mapping method used is the social mapping method.
Analisis Strategi Pemasaran Untuk Meningkatkan Penjualan Minuman Kedai Kopi Square di Kota Bandar Lampung
Authors: Yuliana Yuliana , Ardansyah Ardansyah
Published: June 2023

This Square Coffee Shop is located on Wolter Monginsidi Street No.50 Bandar Lampung City. This study reviews the problem of Marketing Strategy Analysis in Beverage Sales at the Square Coffee Shop in Bandar Lampung City. The type of researcher used is a qualitative method using interview techniques, and documentation is carried out in order to obtain information or reports through business owners and employees. The essence of this research is how to analyze the marketing strategy in increasing the sales of beverages at the Square Coffee Shop in Bandar Lampung City? The research shows that management regarding marketing strategy includes: 1) Segmentation, 2) Targeting, 3) Positioning, and 4) Marketing Mix. The results are quite reliable, namely: Applying Marketing Strategies in improving current marketing both in not determining segmentation, targeting, positioning, and marketing mix which can then increase sales and income.
Pengaruh Promosi, Lokasi, Kualitas Bangunan Terhadap Minat Beli Pada Perumahan Annieland Cisoka Tangerang
Authors: Shalsabillah Savira , Sugiyanto Sugiyanto
Published: June 2023

The main purpose of this study is to determine the effect of promotion, location and building quality on buying interest in Annileand Cisoka Tangerang housing. The sampling technique used in this study was non-probability sampling. The number of respondents taken as many as 170 respondents. The analytical method used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that location had a positive and significant effect on buying interest, promotions had a positive and significant effect, building quality had a positive and significant effect and location, promotion and building quality both had a positive and significant effect. Based on this research, there are research findings, namely the building quality variable has the most dominant influence on buying interest. This means that the quality of the building has the most important influence on the interest in buying Annilend housing.
Pengaruh Keseimbangan Kehidupan Kerja Terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Karyawan Pada Unit Shared Service PT. Telkom Regional VII Makassar
Authors: Idris Abdi Akbar , Hasbiah Siti
Published: June 2023

The influence of globalization during the industrial revolution on companies has caused changes and competition has become increasingly competitive. Human resources are one of the most important factors in facing global competition, so it is necessary to pay attention to their quality. This study aims to determine the effect of work life balance as an aspect that needs to be considered by companies because it affects job satisfaction and employee performance. This research was conducted at the Shared Service Unit of PT. Telkom Regional VII Makassar with a total of 38 respondents. This research is a quantitative research with a descriptive approach and is a population study. This study analyzes the effect of work life balance on employee job satisfaction. The results of the study show that work life balance as a whole is included in the High category. This shows that the work life balance of employees at the Shared Service Unit of PT. Telkom Regional VII Makassar has been running well as expected by employees at the Shared Service Unit of PT. Telkom Regional VII Makassar. Meanwhile, based on the simple regression results, the variable shows an R value (correlation) of 0.317. The R Square value of 0.317 equals 31.7%, so it can be concluded that the work life balance variable (X) influences the job satisfaction variable (Y) by 31.7%.
Manifestations of identity and alterity in English: Between semantic divergence and structural convergence
Authors: Bolfosu Andrei
Published: June 2023

This article is an attempt to investigate the divergences in meaning of the variants of English spoken worldwide under the semantic and structural perspective. From the philosophical standpoint, the identity/alterity dichotomy and/or unity is applicable to the scope of this article in that structural convergence falls under the definition of identity, whereas the semantic divergence is defined by the philosophical category of alterity. It is well-known that due to several factors as geographical isolation, cultural identity, regional features, along with others, have led to the development of new connotations ranging from shades of meaning to utterly novel significances, which may puzzle both native speakers originating from other regions or the non-native speakers. One of the aims of the present article is to elucidate the different meanings ascribed to the same words or structures in relation to the variants of English spoken in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia, and a special emphasis has been put on the underlying differences between British and American concepts that may lead to ambiguities, which subsequently may grow into misunderstandings. Another aspect that we have considered here is the translation into Romanian of sentences containing such structures with differing concepts depending on the region where it is used. The third focus of this paper is to provide meaningful recommendations to the translators and/or language learners on avoiding the translation traps and correctly get the message of the sentence where a regionalism has been in use, or on being able to timely identify the non-standard meaning of the word. Nevertheless, the multiplicity of meanings attributed to English structures worldwide (alterity) is thought of as an asset rather than a loophole not only by linguists who study the incongruent-pace evolution of English in different corners of the world, but by the native speakers as well. Incidentally, thinkers as Levinas, Castoriadis, and Baudrillard describe the alterity as a transcendent phenomenon stimulating diversity, and hence, progress.
Aspects of the Conflict between Identity and Otherness in the Novel “Madame Bovary” by Gustave Flaubert
Authors: Gheorghita Ana
Published: June 2023

Bovarism represents the essential side of the conflict between identity and alterity reflected in the novel Madame Bovary. The concepts of identity and alterity are in a relationship of opposition, identity denoting the fact of being an individual different from everyone else and, at the same time, of remaining the same over time, and alterity being the fact of conceiving one’s own personality as different of how it is in reality, in other words, to consider oneself a different person. The applicability of these concepts to the novel Madame Bovary is visible, if we start from the definition formulated by the French philosopher and essayist Jules de Gaultier (1858-1942), according to which Bovarism represents the faculty acquired by a person to conceive oneself in a different way than in reality, without taking into account the various external events and circumstances that could determine in each individual this inner transformation. According to Gaultier’s theory, when we talk about the conflict between identity and alterity, we refer to a real disease of thought, of soul, of personality, which consists in knowing the image of reality before knowing the actual reality. The prototype of such an approach is embodied by Emma Bovary, dominated by the cleavage between real being and imaginary being. At the base of the conflict between identity and alterity manifested in the form of Bovarism, several main aspects can be delimited which are also this phenomenon causes.
Language and National Identity Acquired through Culture
Authors: Sajter Laura
Published: June 2023

The “language” career of Ferenc Herczeg in a nutshell is: how the German speaking boy from the Banat Swabian region (today in Romania) became the Hungarian playwright who put Hungarian drama on the path to European success. He was a committed writer of national endeavors and the creator of successful Hungarian prose and dramatic oeuvre. The subject of the research is to explain how Ferenc Herczeg’s “language program” became so successful since: “There was no other foreign speaker who learned Hungarian as well as Ferenc Herczeg” (Hegedűs). Examining the language path, research may explain the adaptation considered to be the key to success and the contribution of the author’s bilingualism to the foundation of success. In the case of Herczeg, social, cultural, and linguistic assimilation was so successful that it gave rise to countless speculations. The majority of the criticism seeks the social adaptation and reflects less on linguistic assimilation. The item to prove is that Herczeg, a German speaking boy of Swabian decent, became Hungarian because of literature-centric Hungarian culture.
Innovative Aspects in the Art of Playing the Double Bass of Jazz in the 20th Century
Authors: Socican Igor
Published: June 2023

The article is dedicated to the development of the art of jazz double bass playing during the twentieth century, being based on the interpretive analysis of historical recordings of some great names of jazz bassists: Walter Page, John Kirby, Jimmie Lunceford, Jimmie Blanton, Oscar Pettiford Ray Brown, Charles Mingus, Red Mitchell etc.. The influence of new technologies on the spread of musical genres in the twentieth century has been reviewed. The aspects of the development of interpretive procedures in jazz bass music were also approached, namely the establishment of classical performance standards for the jazz period. It examines the development, implementation, and completion of the function of the timekeeper, metric and harmonic guide over the structure of the piece performed in bebop from 1940 to 1950. Frequent use of the pizzicato technique and the use of the full double bass tuning fork. Performed on the bass lines in melodic and rhythmic counterpoint to the other melodic lines, developing a distinct accompaniment, which has become an integral part of the jazz tradition. The author highlights the most important innovations brought by them, focusing on evolutionary of cultural and historical contexts, the bands of different periods and styles of jazz, from classical jazz to bebop and contemporary period.
The ethno-historiographical Value of Ovid's "Sorrows" and "Pontics"
Authors: Chiricencu Nicolae
Published: June 2023

The text of Ovid's Tomitian elegies for centuries served as not only historiographical but also ethnographical source for scientific research and will continue to be used in investigations related to antiquity. In this research, attention is drawn to the fact that since the last decades of the last century, for the first time in world historiography, in prestigious works, researchers question the historical authenticity of many facts, transmitted by Ovid in "Tristi" and "Pontic". Demonstrating the historiographical character of the rendering of local realities and eliminating the poetic framework that concerns not only the climatic image and the way of life of the inhabitants of Tomis and its surroundings, but also the ethnolinguistic situation in the country of exile, the authors try to deny the documentary and, implicitly, ethnographic value of the work Ovidian. The article refers only to information about the ethno-glottic situation in the West Pontic lands. The uncertain state of the historiography of the time with regard to the problem posed, the predominantly non-critical use of historical information from Ovid's Tomitan work, the imprecise character of the development of methods for determining the degree of reliability and informativeness of the Ovidian artistic text conditioned the servile use of historiographical sources . The problem related to understanding the interpretation and poetic specificity of Ovidiu's creation from exile defined the purpose of interpreting the artistic text as a historiographical source, in general, and the civilizational one of Ovidiu, in particular. Based on the historical-philological study of the text, the possibility of using information from Ovid's text as trustworthy in historical research is elucidated.
Ozone gas therapy for tooth bleaching preserves enamel microhardness, roughness and surface micromorphology
Authors: R Carvalho Rafael R , R Carlos Natália , UF de Campos Francisco , P Turssi Cecilia , F Vieira Júnior Waldemir , LB do Amaral Flávia , T Basting Roberta
Published: June 2023

After ozone therapy for bleaching, it is important to evaluate enamel surface properties, to ensure that bleaching provides adequate conditions for sound dental substrate. Aim: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effects of a bleaching treatment with 10% carbamide peroxide (CP), with or without ozone (O), on the microhardness, roughness and micromorphology of the enamel surface. Materials and Method: Bovine enamel blocks were planed and distributed among the following three bleaching treatment groups (n=10): CP - 1 hour per day/14 days (Opalescence PF 10%/ Ultradent); O - 1 hour per day every 3 days/3 sessions (Medplus V Philozon, 60 mcg/mL and oxygen flow rate of 1 L/min); and OCP - CP with O, 1 hour per day every 3 days/3 sessions. Enamel surface microhardness (Knoop), roughness (Ra), and micromorphology by scanning electron microscopy (5,000x magnification) were determined before and after the treatments. Results: ANOVA and Tukey-Kramer’s test showed that enamel microhardness remained unchanged by treatment with O and OCP (p=0.0087), but decreased by treatment with CP. Treatment with O promoted higher enamel microhardness than the other groups (p=0.0169). Generalized linear mixed models for repeated measures over time indicated treatment with CP increased enamel roughness more than OCP or O (p=0.0003). CP produced slight irregularities in enamel micromorphology after the whitening treatment. O, with or without CP, maintained the mechanical and physical properties of microhardness and enamel surface micromorphology, and either maintained or reduced surface roughness, compared to the conventional tray-delivered CP bleaching treatment. Conclusions: Treatment with 10% carbamide peroxide in trays promoted greater changes in enamel surface properties than treatments with ozone and with 10% ozonized carbamide peroxide in the office.
The potential of salivary albumin to degrade composite resin
Authors: S Barros Leonardo , C Denucci Giovanna , LB Amaral Flávia , MG França Fabiana , T Basting Roberta , P Turssi Cecilia
Published: June 2023

Albumin is a salivary enzyme capable of cleaving ester linkages and catalyzing degradation of resinbased dental materials. However, the effect of concentration-dependent esterolytic action on composite resins as yet remains unexplored. Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether artificial saliva formulations with different concentrations of albumin affected the surface roughness, flexural strength and microhardness of a composite resin. Materials and Method: Specimens (25x2x2mm) of a nanofilled composite (Filtek Z350XT, 3M/ESPE) were prepared and analyzed for average surface roughness (Ra/µm). The specimens were then allocated to 6 groups (n=30), to be treated with different salivary albumin concentrations: 0, 10, 50, 100, 200, 400 µg/mL. The specimens were stored in their respective artificial saliva groups, half of them for 24 h and the remainder for 180 days (artificial saliva renewed weekly), after which they were submitted to a new Ra reading, and tested for three-point flexural strength (FS, MPa). The specimens stored for 180 days were analyzed for Knoop microhardness (KH, Kg/mm2 ). Data were submitted to two-way ANOVA (Ra and FS) and one-way ANOVA (KH). Results: Although Ra increased (p < 0.001) and FS decreased (p < 0.001) from 24 hours to 180 days of storage, the albumin concentration did not significantly affect Ra (p = 0.168), FS (p = 0.477) or KH (p = 0.378). Conclusion: The esterolytic action of albumin did not increase the artificial-saliva-induced hydrolytic degradation of the composite resin.
Postoperative pain after third molar extraction surgery in patients with and without bruxism: an observational study
Authors: A Brilhante-Neto Olavo , M Mesquita Caio , DMA Costa Marcelo , R Paranhos Luiz , L Ciotti Danilo , HL Motta Rogério , C Ramacciato Juliana
Published: June 2023

Third molar extraction surgery is a frequent procedure in dentistry. Like any surgical procedure, it may lead to inflammatory responses, and postoperative pain is one of its main complications. Furthermore, temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a collective term for several clinical problems involving orofacial structures. Patients with parafunction are more sensitive to mechanical stimuli such as pressure during surgical procedures. Aim: To analyze postoperative pain in patients with and without bruxism subjected to third molar extraction surgery. Materials and Method: This was an observational study including four groups with a 1:1:1:1 allocation ratio, conducted following ethical approval. Patients classified as ASA I with an indication for lower third molar extraction were recruited. Bruxism was self-reported. Two surgical techniques were used: one with only forceps and levers (ST1) and another with osteotomy and odontosection (ST2). Results: Four groups (bruxism and surgical techniques) were enrolled, each with a convenience sample (n=34). Postoperative pain levels were higher in patients with than without bruxism (p<0.05). The comparison between surgical techniques showed significantly higher pain levels only on the seventh day for ST2 groups (p<0.05). Oral mucosa flap incisions did not cause significantly higher persistence and pain levels. Conclusions: Bruxism, osteotomy, and odontosection may have increased postoperative pain levels, whereas performing an oral mucosa flap did not cause significant differences. Nevertheless, these preliminary data should be interpreted carefully. Randomized controlled trials are required to reinforce the findings of this study.
PATIENT PERCEPTION OF SERVICE QUALITY IN THE OUTPATIENT PHARMACY UNIT OF PROF. HOSPITAL. DR. TABRANI PEKANBARU
Authors: Salim Agus , Hafizah  , Yuliana Anastasya Shinta
Published: June 2023

In an effort to improve pharmaceutical services, it is also necessary to improve the quality of services provided. This is due to the increasingly complex needs of the community for health. Basically, the quality of health services refers to the level of health services in creating a sense of satisfaction for each patient. The more perfect the satisfaction, the better the quality of health services. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between patient perceptions of service quality in the outpatient pharmacy unit of Prof. Hospital. Dr. Tabrani Pekanbaru.
This type of research is quantitative with a cross sectional design. This research was conducted on 15 September-23 September 2022 at the Pharmacy Unit of Prof. Hospital. Dr. Tabrani Pekanbaru. Respondents in this study amounted to 72 people with purposive sampling method.
The results showed that the patient's perception of the Tangible dimension was 0.480. For the patient's perception of the Reabilty dimension of 0.239, Responsiviness of 0.197, Assurance/Guarantee of 0.237, patient's perception of Empathy of 0.513. So the five hypotheses are significant because the value > 0.05 obtained from data processing through the SPSS 26.0 application.
The conclusion of this study shows that the Tangible, Reability, Responsiviness, Assurance, Empathy variables have a significant relationship to the patient's perception. Suggestions from this study should further researchers be able to conduct research, it would be better to use quantitative methods and use the Mix Method.
“MESLEĞİMİZ YAYINCILIK” PROJESİ VE TS EN ISO 17100:2015 ÖRNEKLERİ ÇERÇEVESİNDE ÇEVİRİ SÜRECİNDEKİ REVİZYON FAALİYETLERİNE YÖNELİK BİR DEĞERLENDİRME
Authors: ARSLAN Serhat
Published: June 2023

Çeviri süreçlerinde gerçekleştirilen revizyon eylemi, çok yönlü ve karmaşık bir eylem türüdür. Böyle bir durum, revizyon eyleminin tanımlanmasını ve bu eylemin sınırlarının belirlenmesini zorlaştırmaktadır. Erek kitleyle buluşturulacak erek metnin kalitesini arttırmak amacıyla gerçekleştirilen revizyon faaliyetlerini gerçekleştiren revizör pozisyonundaki katılımcının kişisel tasarruf ve tutumlarının göz ardı edilmemesi de gerekmektedir. Ayrıca günümüzdeki teknolojik gelişmelerin neticesinde, örneğin artan bilgisayar destekli çeviri faaliyetleri bağlamında, revizyon eyleminin amacına uygun işlevsel bir biçimde gerçekleştirilmesi ihtiyacı da artmaktadır. Çalışmamız çerçevesinde “Mesleğimiz Yayıncılık Projesi – AB’ye Uyum Sürecinde Avrupa ve Türkiye Yayıncılık Sektörlerinde Meslek Standartları ve Yeterlilikler” ile “TS EN ISO 17100:2015 ‘Çeviri Hizmetleri – Çeviri Hizmetleri İçin Gereklilikler’ Türk Standardı” örnekleri, revizyon eyleminin çeviribilim alanındaki teorik düzlemde ele alındığı biçimiyle irdelenmiştir. Çalışmamız çerçevesinde irdelediğimiz iki örnek, her ne kadar mesleki standart ve yeterliliklerin belirlenmesi amacıyla oluşturulmuş olsalar da çeviri süreçlerinde revizyon faaliyeti görevini üstlenecek revizör katılımcısının kişisel tasarruf ve tutumları göz ardı edilmektedir. Ayrıca irdelediğimiz örnekler, revizyon faaliyetlerini, genel olarak yalnızca erek metin üzerinden gerçekleştirilebilecek bir eylem türü olarak ele almaktadırlar. Böyle bir bakış açısı, revizyon faaliyetinin yüzeysel ve terminolojik bir biçimde uygulanmasına yol açmaktadır. Çalışmamız çerçevesinde tespit edilen bu ve benzeri sorunlar neticesinde, söz konusu örneklerin çeviribilim alanında yönelik çalışmalarda ele alınan revizyon faaliyetlerine tam anlamıyla odaklanmadığını söyleyebiliriz. Bu sebeple her iki örnek içeriğinin, çeviribilim alanındaki revizyon faaliyetine yönelik ortaya konulan literatür çerçevesinde değerlendirilip yeniden ele alınması gerekmektedir.
The Correlation Between Teachers’ Teaching Style and Motivation of Natural Science Students in Learning English at Ten Grade
Authors: Permatasari Chindy Yulia , Sujarwati Iis
Published: June 2023

This research aims to determine the relationship between the teaching style of English teachers and the motivation of students majoring in science to learn English and to find out what teaching style is preferred by students in learning English. This research used the correlation method with a quantitative design, and the population is class X SMAN 7 Bengkulu City. The technique used was random sampling, where the researcher chose 33 students as a sample. Data collection was carried out through a questionnaire with total of 20 questions regarding the teaching style of English teachers and 20 more questions related to student’s learning motivation. The scale used for data was analyzed using a Likert Scale. Based on the results of research from data analysis, researchers found that the teacher's teaching style that students were most interested in was the expert style, which received a high score of 17%, choosing to strongly agree. Moreover, the findings show Pearson correlation results that there is a significant correlation between the teacher's teaching style and students' motivation in learning English, as explained the significant value is 0.572. The researcher concluded that there was a significant relationship between the teacher's teaching style and the motivation of students majoring in natural science to learn English in class X SMAN 7 Bengkulu City.
The Impact of Marketing Information on the Decisions of Nautical Tourists Visiting Eastern Adriatic Regio
Authors:   University of Montenegro, Faculty of Maritime Studies Kotor, Kovačević Zoran , Šekularac-Ivošević Senka ,   University of Montenegro, Faculty of Maritime Studies Kotor, Poletan Jugović Tanja ,   University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies
Published: June 2023

The information-seeking process of nautical tourists is essential for their decision-making when choosing a specific destination. Modern destination marketing is constantly changing due to the development of new technologies that are meant to attract and retain nautical tourists. Nautical destination managers use modern communication to build and maintain a better image and develop destinations as brands which can function sustainably even in the times of crisis. This paper examines modern and traditional marketing sources of information about Montenegro and Croatia as nautical tourist destinations. It was revealed that the largest share of the informed tourists had previous experience with a destination or were informed through internet sources. The results confirmed that the internet is increasingly used by the surveyed tourists, i.e., there is an increase in promotion through digital marketing tools in both destinations. The comparison of the trends between 2012 and 2021 indicated three common sources of information in both destinations: previous experience, the internet and the recommendations of friends and relatives. The study is based on cross-tabulation analysis which detects the differences in the method of obtaining information by the tourists whose age, gender and education level varied. The practical implication of this paper is the development of destination marketing in the Eastern Adriatic region. More precisely, the study might help the creators of developmental policies and destination operators to choose appropriate marketing strategies in order to adequately position a destination in the market.
Risk Assessment of Pollution by Wastewater from Vessels for the Port of Kotor
Authors:   Kotor Utility Company, Department of Commercial Service, Bracanović Pavić , Koboević Žarko ,   University of Dubrovnik, Maritime Department, Ivošević Špiro ,   University of Montenegro, Faculty of Maritime Studies Kotor
Published: June 2023

The efficiency of risk management is dependent on understanding the complexity, type and nature that the environment deals with. The Bay of Kotor stands as the most prominent natural resource of our country and, as being such, it requires a high level of protection. Sea vessels that visit the Bay of Kotor represent a potential hazard in terms of possible discharge of wastewater. With the increase in the traffic volume in the Bay of Kotor and Port of Kotor, the need for a stronger use of risk assessment tools in the effort to identify the possible source of pollution, has also arisen. The risk assessment model aimed at detecting wastewater pollution in the Bay area caused by seagoing vessels that visit the Boka Bay and Port of Kotor may be considered as a generally applicable method for identifying and assessing the risk of sea pollution by wastewater.