bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Whether Language is an Imperfect Instrument in Locke's Philosophy of Language
Authors: Trinh Khanh
Published: February 2024

In the opening of Book III of his Essay, Locke states that God provided men with language, which was intended to serve as the primary tool and universal communication medium within society. This paper aims to examine the effectiveness of language as a tool in Locke's philosophy of language. The article is divided into three sections. The initial segment will examine the overall depiction of Locke's language theory, with a closer examination of the importance of words in relation to the purpose of language. In the following section, I will examine objections raised by contemporary philosophers regarding the role of language. In the preceding part, I endeavor to address these objections by examining Locke's perspective on language abuses and remedies and scrutinizing relevant passages pertaining to these issues. The paper's conclusion asserts that language is an indispensable tool for communication. 
A STUDY OF ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP STYLES IN HIGHER EDUCATIONINSTITUTIONS AND ITS IMPACT ON FACULTY ENGAGEMENT AND SATISFACTION
Authors: Jangra Gaurav , Ahlawat Dr. Rajneesh
Published: February 2024

  

Abstract: Effective academic leadership plays a crucial role in shaping the culture and performance of higher education institutions (HEIs). As faculty engagement and satisfaction are key factors influencing faculty members' productivity, retention, and overall success, understanding the impact of leadership styles on these outcomes is of utmost importance. This research paper aims to investigate the effect of academic leadership styles on faculty engagement and satisfaction in HEIs. The paper reviews the relevant literature on leadership styles, faculty engagement, and satisfaction, and synthesizes the findings to highlight the relationship between academic leadership styles and these outcomes. The paper also discusses the implications of the findings for HEI leaders and provides recommendations for enhancing faculty engagement and satisfaction through effective leadership.

Purpose – This research paper aims to investigate the effect of academic leadership styles on faculty engagement and satisfaction in HEIs.

Design/methodology/approach – A sample of 300 faculty members are collected from 15 institutions of higher education from Chandigarh Union Territory. A self-administered survey questionnaire is used to collect primary data. A stratified sampling is used. The whole population is divided in 4 strata i.e East Chandigarh, West Chandigarh, North Chandigarh and South Chandigarh. Four higher education institutions including colleges and universities are selected randomly from each stratum. A sample of 15 faculty members are taken from each institution. Pearson’s Correlation and Regression’s Analysis is used to test the hypothesis. 

Findings – The major findings of the current study are that there is positive and significant correlation between transformational, transactional, laissez-faire leadership styles and faculty engagement and job satisfaction. 

Originality/value – Leadership plays a critical role in shaping the academic environment and influencing the success of higher education institutions (HEIs). In India, as the higher education landscape continues to evolve, understanding the leadership styles of academic leaders is essential for effective management and administration of HEIs.
The historical development of Chinese piano and its integration with Western piano art
Authors: Xiao Jiajun
Published: February 2024

The article mainly discusses the historical development process of Chinese piano. Taking He Luting's piano music as an example, it expounds the integration and application of Chinese culture and Western piano art from the aspects of musical form, mode and harmony.
Exchanging genes and goods: How ancient DNA can potentially illuminate complex mobility patterns in the Black Sea region
Authors:   Department of Anthropology, Penn State University, Wright Sterling , Știrbu Franceska-Cristina ,   Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest
Published: February 2024

Ancient DNA (aDNA) has emerged as a groundbreaking tool in the field of archaeology, providing insights into the movement of individuals and their goods. The field combines genetics, anthropology, and archaeology to reconstruct the intricate complexities of human history. Here, we discuss how ancient DNA analysis has the potential to enhance our understanding of historical mobility patterns in the Black Sea region, specifically in Dobrogea. We also offer broad guidelines and optimal practices that researchers should consider following when working with skeletal collections if they are interested in performing aDNA analyses. As aDNA methods advance and become more refined, we anticipate that our ability to unravel the intricate interplay between human mobility and cultural exchange in the past will also improve.
Study on Serpentinites and the Consequence of the Misuse of Natural Stone in Buildings for Construction.
Authors: Pereira Dolores , Blanco Jose Antonio , Peinado Mercedes
Published: February 2024

Some rocks are very attractive as ornamental stone, but not all of them accomplish the needed requirements to be used in construction. Serpentinite can be an appealing rock, very commonly used as dimension stone. However, not all serpentinites can be used in such a way. The most widely used commercial serpentinite comes from Pakistan and India (i.e., Rajasthan Green), but other countries also produce serpentinites, such as Italy (Verde Alpi, Verde Polcevera, Verde Prato), United States (Vermont Verde Antique), and Spain (Verde Macael, Verde Pirineos). The geomechanical properties of a serpentinite are strongly related to its mineralogy (serpentine-group minerals and carbonates, mostly), and not all serpentinites are created equal. We have compared the mineralogy and mechanical properties of serpentinites that comply with the Standard Specification for Serpentinite as Dimension Stone (i.e., Rajasthan Green, Verde Macael) with those that do not (Verde Pirineos). Verde Pirineos consists of lizardite, and the carbonates, mostly dolomite, are restricted to veins. Rajasthan Green consists of antigorite, and most of the serpentine has been replaced by carbonates, dominantly magnesian calcite. Taking into account their composition and textures, rocks with such differences will evolve in different ways in a weathering environment. In replacing damaged serpentinite from a building, it is important that the new piece have the same characteristics, otherwise the replaced tiles will not look appropriate in aesthetic terms. This is particularly important in restoring monuments. Petrographic studies and x-ray diffraction are essential in analyzing the commercial potential of these rocks, and results are directly related to the geomechanical behavior of the samples. Knowledge of these characteristics would help to choose the right replacement in case of restoration of monuments and other buildings.
Digital Transformation in the Arab Countries: Approaches and Directions
Authors: Barini H.
Published: February 2024

The purpose of the work. Analysis of the features of digitalization of the states of the Middle East and North Africa. Results. The tools and mechanisms of digital development of the Arab states of the region, the specifics of regulating processes in the digital environment are described, indicators for evaluating the effectiveness of digitalization are given, the level of digitalization and its trends for the states under consideration are revealed. Conclusions. Many Arab countries in the region have launched basic digital transformation initiatives. Individual countries have made progress in the development of digitalization and the digital market. Efforts to promote innovation in the Middle East and North Africa face a number of challenges, including digital gaps and differentiation between countries and industries. It can be recommended to make greater use of international cooperation in the digital sphere.
US-IRAN: Between Confrontation and Reconciliation
Authors: Belov V. I. , Savicheva E. M. , Werfelli Wissal
Published: February 2024

The US policy towards Iran is a part and parcel of its broader policy towards the Middle East and the Arabian (Persian) Gulf in particular. Most of the American targets, whether in the Middle East or Asia, are related to Iran, due to its possession of the military and geostrategic location that qualifies it to be an influential regional power in the future. Iran represents one of the challenges facing the United States, prompted the latter to deal with it according to constants and determinants, regardless the various US administration, which aimed at containing Iran and eliminating the threat that it could impose on its interests in the region.The paper aims to identify the position that Iran occupies in the strategy of the United States of America and to clarify the determinants of American foreign policy, which highlight the points of convergence and divergence in the US-Iranian relations. A special attention is given to the nuclear file and sanctions that are considered as the factors affecting the domestic political and economic situation, as well as Iran’s foreign policy. The authors adhere to the theories of the balance of power and regional security complexes, the principle that the foreign policy of a state is dictated by the logic of the international system and the distribution of force among states. The structural and systemic approach, as well as the historical methodology are used in order to formulate idea about the past and present of Iranian-American relations.
FACTORS OF USING WASTE AS FUEL IN THERMAL ENERGY SYSTEMSOF PART 2. DESIGN AND OPERATION FEATURES OF THE EQUIPMENT FOR SOLID WASTE BURNING
Authors: Kolienko A. , Shelimanova O. , Biletskyi D.
Published: February 2024

The use of solid household waste (SHW) as an energy raw material is one of the promising ways to solve the problem of accumulation of production and consumption waste. In recent decades, the share of solid waste, which is burned with the utilization of materials and heat, has been steadily increasing. However, since the composition of SHW and their combustible characteristics are significantly different from other known types of solid fuel, it is necessary to reconstruct the existing solid fuel heating boilers.

The purpose of the study is to develop recommendations for the reconstruction of existing solid fuel circuits for the safe and efficient organization of the solid waste burning process.

It is shown that in order to achieve complete combustion of the fuel and minimal emissions of the dispersed phase when burning solid waste, it is necessary to ensure a high flame temperature, the presence of an oxidizing medium and a significant volume of the furnace.

The requirements for the arrangement of systems for cleaning combustion products from devices intended for solid waste incineration are given.

Additional requirements for organizing the operation of fuel combustion systems using SHW are substantiated.
USE OF THE RESULTS OF THE WORK OF THE UKRAINIAN METEOR NETWORK IN THE PROCESS OF TEACHING PHYSICS TO STUDENTS OF THE EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC INSTITUTE OF ENERGY, AUTOMATION AND ENERGY SAVING NULES OF UKRAINE
Authors: Hrudynin B.
Published: February 2024

Features of meteor fixation methods are presented by organizing a network of corresponding observation points - permanently operating observation stations located on the territory of Ukraine with appropriate technical and software support for conducting basic and one-way observations of meteors in the radio range of electromagnetic wavelengths. This contributes to solving the strategic problems of meteor research, the structure and evolution of meteor showers and streams, the interaction of meteoroids with the Earth's atmosphere and their chemical composition. Scientific and technical products of observation stations are the results of high-precision basic or one-sided observations of meteors in the radio range of electromagnetic wavelengths, fundamental and applied scientific and technical research.

The purpose of the study is to consider the principle of operation of the Ukrainian meteor observation network, a separate meteor hardware and software complex for observing meteors in the radio range of electromagnetic waves using the method of direct scattering on meteor trails of signals from powerful FM radio broadcasting stations with the possibility of further processing and presentation of data by students of specialties 141 "Electric power, electrical engineering and electromechanics", 144 "Thermal power engineering", 174 "Automation, computer-integrated technologies and robotics" of the Educational and Scientific Institute of Energy, Automation and Energy Saving of NULES of Ukraine in the process of studying physics.

Processing of experimental data was carried out by students of the specified specialties under the guidance of the author while studying physics.

The results of statistical data processing of meteor invasions and their graphic representation by students of the specified specialties in the process of mastering physics are described.

Prospects - putting into operation by the end of 2024 the seventh receiving station in the city of Kyiv (student campus of NULES of Ukraine) - the seventh meteor hardware and software complex, as a component of the Ukrainian meteor observation network.
Analysis Sentiment to Religious Based Issues Netizen Comments on President Jokowi 's Instagram using the Naive Bayes Classifier Method
Authors: Kurnia Ramadhani Lingga , Nurul Widyaningrum Bajeng
Published: February 2024

The presence of Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms. Make people make a habit of posting photo and video content. In this way, Instagram can become a source of public opinion and sentiment data, which data can be used for social studies. Social studies is still a crucial issue for countries today, including Indonesia, is a matter of religion. Apart from problems regarding religion, public sentiment can be researched from Instagram. The sentiment dataset related to religion is taken from public comments from President Joko Widodo's content regarding Merry Christmas Greetings and Visits to Churches. The analysis system will use sentiment analysis using a method from machine learning, namely the naive Bayes classifier to determine positive & negative sentiments. The comment dataset is 2,600 in which the positive and negative sentiment class datasets are determined manually by experts in the field of linguistics or communication totaling 1,309 to be used as training data. the results of testing the Naïve Bayes classifier training data with a total of 1309 obtained an accuracy prediction of 97.63% and test data where positive & negative sentiment classes had not been determined before hand amounted to 1291 in sentiment analysis obtained positive sentiment 70.56% & negative sentiment 29.44%.
Analyzing Students' Perspectives About School and Respect for Social Rules
Authors: Ahmed Muhammad Riaz , Ali Akhtar , Shakir Muhammad
Published: February 2024

The main purpose of the study was to analyze students' perspectives about school and respect for social rules. The objectives of the study were (a) to review the impact of respecting social rules on the overall environment of the school, and (b) to examine students' perceptions about school and respect for social rules. The study was descriptive in nature while a quantitative research approach was used to analyze the perspective of students about school and respecting social roles. The Population of the study consisted of all the secondary school students of the Government sector situated in Urban and Rural Areas of Punjab Province, which is the largest Province of Pakistan with respect to the population of the country. The study presented has delved into the multifaceted world of altruism, unveiling the profound impact of acts of kindness on individuals and their communities.
The Consequence of Proficient Mind-set of Public Secondary School Teachers on Their Teaching Venues
Authors: Fizza Kaniz , Rashid Khalid
Published: February 2024

The worth mentioning objectives of the study were; to determine the proficient mind-set-of teachers towards their profession, and to find out the difference in proficient mind-set-of secondary school teachers based on gender, The Positivist paradigm was followed to design a quantitative research method for collecting evidence to support the study. A sample of 720 teachers from three divisions of Punjab i.e. Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi was selected through random sampling. To collect information from teachers’ two instruments i.e. Proficient mindset scale and the Teaching venues scale were developed. The study was descriptive and a survey was used to collect data. The data were analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics. Frequency and percentage of demographic information were computed to explore the distribution of gender, and over locale. Multiple regressions were applied followed by the administration of Pearson product-moment correlation to find and predict the effects of proficient mind-set-of public secondary school teachers on their teaching venues. Proficient mind-set-of teachers explained 42% variance in teacher venues.
Relationship of Work Climate and Job Strain Among University Teachers of Azad Jammu and Kashmir
Authors: Shah Nazir Haider , Shaheen Imrab , Kiani Khalid Mahmood
Published: February 2024

This study was conducted to find out the relationship between work climate and job strain among university teachers of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. A survey was performed to gather the data for this study, which was descriptive in nature. All (145) of the University of Kotli's instructors made up the study's population. The sample was chosen using a universal sampling method. For instructors, a questionnaire with a five-point Likert scale was created. The researcher directly collected the data after evaluating its validity and dependability on the study's sample. Statistical Software for Social Sciences (SPSS) used the mean, standard deviation, and correlation to evaluate the data. Workplace atmosphere and workplace stress were found to be positively and significantly correlated. It is advised that educational schools concentrate on organizational culture and work to lessen employee stress.
Management of frontoethmoidal osteoma causing pneumocephalus and cerebrospinal fluid leakage with minimally invasive techniques: illustrative cases
Authors: Candy Nicholas G , Wu Kyle C , Finger Guilherme , VanKoevering Kyle , Prevedello Daniel M
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Osteoid osteoma is a common benign bone tumor frequently seen in the frontoethmoid region. However, involvement of the skull base is rare, with few cases previously reported.

OBSERVATIONS

The authors report two cases of spontaneous, symptomatic frontoethmoidal osteoma: one presented with neurological deficit secondary to tension pneumocephalus and the other with cerebrospinal fluid leakage. The first case was managed with a transfrontal sinus craniotomy and pneumocephalus decompression with osteoma resection and skull base reconstruction. The second case was managed with a uninaral endoscopic endonasal approach to the anterior skull base with osteoma resection and reconstruction.

LESSONS

Given the paucity of cases with associated tension pneumocephalus described in the literature, it was relevant to describe the authors’ experience with surgical decision-making and the expected outcomes among patients with this pathology when using minimally invasive techniques.
Percretismo Placentario
Authors: Calderón León María Fernanda , Pincay Holguín Narciso Gotairo , Alcívar de la Vera Julio Alberto , Loor Cusme Lorena Katiusca , Solorzano Acosta Paola Vanessa , Moreno Garzon Johanna Patricia , Rivera Moreira Lily Stephania , Alencastro Chuez Manuel Armando
Published: February 2024

Introducción: Las anomalías placentarias, representan una emergencia gineco obstétrica, de alta mortalidad, si no se aplica el manejo pertinente. La gravedad de esto dependerá del tipo de anomalía placentaria y su correcto abordaje, por lo tanto, en este trabajo nos vamos a referir al percretismo placentario el cual es, la adherencia anormal de la placenta que invade totalmente el miometrio y la serosa hasta peritoneo y estructuras vecinas provocando complicaciones graves del embarazo. Objetivos: presentar un caso de percretismo placentario y su tratamiento. Materiales y métodos: Se presenta un caso de percretismo placentario. Se describen aspectos relevantes de la anomalía placentaria y su tratamiento. Se solicitó el consentimiento informado a la paciente. Se obtuvo la autorización del Departamento de docencia e investigación, permitiendo la revisión de historia clínica e imágenes para la publicación del presente caso. Discusión: Durante muchos años el tratamiento del percretismo placentario ha sido histerectomía con placenta in situ, mediante la participación de un equipo especializado, con programación a las 34-35 semana, además de la ligadura de arterias uterinas e hipogástricas bilateral y/o uso de técnicas de radiointervencionismo con embolización de arterias uterinas después del pinzamiento y corte del cordón umbilical, no obstante actualmente se han propuesto otras técnicas conservadoras del utero, como el tratamiento con metotrexato ( para el intento de reabsorción gradual de la placenta ) y/o la colocación de catéteres con balón en la arteria ilíaca interna, para la oclusión y/o la embolización arterial. Conclusiones : El percretismo placentario es una inminente emergencia obstétrica, que debe ser diagnosticada durante el control prenatal para la programación y organización correcta del procedimiento quirúrgico, cuyo tratamiento de primera línea es la histerectomía con placenta in situ, con uso de técnicas profilácticas como ligaduras de arteria hipogástricas o por medio de imagenología intervencionista con la embolización de arterias iliacas y arterias uterinas, lo cual evita la pérdida hemática excesiva y por consiguiente las diversas complicaciones. El tratamiento conservador solo se debe considerar como segunda línea en pacientes con estabilidad hemodinámica y deseos genésico, pero se asocia a riesgos de complicación secundaria y requiere seguimiento a largo plazo.
Implementación de una bitácora como apoyo al procedimiento operativo del transporte interhospitalario en pacientes críticos
Authors: Paredes Villegas Mónica , Aguiar Salazar Evelyn , Romero Orellana Zully , Torres Andrade Sandra , Andino Rodríguez Erica
Published: February 2024

El desarrollo tecnológico permite contar con recursos cada vez más avanzados para el cuidado del paciente en estado crítico. A diferencia de épocas anteriores, el transporte moderno debe contar con los elementos necesarios: ambulancia y personal capacitado, para proveer de manera eficiente la asistencia prehospitalaria que el paciente requiere para mantener su estado de salud hasta el acceso a un centro asistencial. Objetivo: Describir la implementación de un procedimiento operativo de transporte interhospitalario adecuado para pacientes ingresados en el área crítica de emergencia del Hospital Provincial General Docente de Riobamba. Métodos: Se llevó a cabo un estudio descriptivo, observacional de corte transversal mediante la recopilación y análisis de datos cuantitativos y cualitativos de una muestra compuesta por bitácoras de traslado de 60 pacientes que necesitaron ser movilizados a otros centros de salud por diversas razones durante un periodo de 5 meses, desde enero hasta mayo del 2023. Resultados: Durante este tiempo se realizaron 60 actividades de transporte interhospitalario. El tiempo medio por cada transporte fue de 4 horas y 7 minutos (desviación estándar 2 horas y 33 minutos). La varianza muestral de los signos vitales durante el transporte fue de tensión arterial: sístole (14,37), tensión arterial: diástole (21,42), frecuencia cardiaca (48,66), frecuencia respiratoria (3,00), saturación de oxígeno (1,68), FIO2% (3,80), y escala de Glasgow (0,01). Conclusiones: La utilización de las bitácoras permitió un control para un transporte interhospitalario seguro y de acuerdo con los lineamientos establecidos en la Norma del subsistema de referencia, derivación, contrarreferencia, referencia inversa y transferencia del Sistema Nacional de Salud.
Epitafi na grobljima otoka Paga
Authors: Fabijanić Ivo
Published: February 2024

U radu istražujemo epitafe koji su zabilježeni na nadgrobnim spomenicima groblja otoka Paga. Ukupno je riječ o dvama gradskim grobljima – u Pagu i Novalji te dvanaest mjesnih ili seoskih groblja: stara i nova groblja u Dinjiškoj, Vlašićima, Povljani i groblja u Gorici, Šimunima, Kolanu, Zubovićima, Metajni i Lunu. U prvoj fazi istraživanja, specifičnom metodom terenskoga istraživanja (Fabijanić 2021.) prikupljeni su svi epitafi na spomenutim grobljima, a u drugoj fazi prikazani su kvalitativni podatci. Učinjena je raščlamba epitafa na osnovi njihove kompozicijske i leksičke strukture, tj. na nominalne, aforističke i literarizirane epitafe, ali i na osnovi njihovih specifičnih karakteristika: prema sadržaju, jeziku, stilu.
Mirativity in the Slovak language on the example of prefixal verbs in the daily newspaper SME
Authors: Ráčková Lucia
Published: February 2024

The phenomenon of mirativity, which is based on conveying information that is new or unexpected and causes surprise and counter-expectation, was observed and analysed in many languages; however, there is a lack of research on the topic in the Slovak language. The aim of this paper is to identify, analyse and compare mirative meanings based on Aikhenvald’s range. We have applied Aikhenvald’s approach to the set of collected prefixal verbs of sight perception in the past tense using journalistic texts selected from the daily newspaper SME that are listed in the Slovak National Corpus. We are particularly interested in showing how the grammatic and semantic categories of Aktionsart are intertwined with the concept of mirativity. The results demonstrate that the most frequently used types of Aktionsart in sentences with mirative overtones are inchoative, comitative, delimitative and resultative.
Kontrastivna analiza
stručnojezičnih kolokacija s imenicama kuća i house u diskursu
arhitekture
Authors: Borić Neda
Published: February 2024

Rad je posvećen kvalitativnoj kontrastivnoj analizi stručnojezičnih kolokacija s imenicama kuća i house u diskursu arhitekture. Dvočlane kolokacije izlučene su iz specijaliziranih reprezentativnih usporedivih korpusa hrvatskih i engleskih stručnih arhitektonskih tekstova. Cilj je utvrditi sličnosti i razlike u kolokacijskom segmentu arhitektonskoga nazivlja u dvama jezicima s osobitim obzirom na ulogu makrokonteksta kao kognitivne mrežne konfiguracije stručnih znanja. Rezultati analize potvrđuju idiosinkratičku prirodu kolokacijskih odnosa čak i u jeziku struke, odnosno brojne nekongruentne varijabilnosti u pogledu konceptualizacije i leksičke realizacije. Stručnojezične kolokacije u ovome segmentu arhitektonskoga nazivlja najčešće nastaju sintagmatskim kombinacijama općejezičnih leksema. Ključnu ulogu u njihovu semantičkom profiliranju i transparentnosti ima makrokontekst koji djeluje kao kognitivni mehanizam koji upravlja procesima sintagmatizacije, leksikalizacije i terminologizacije. Analiza je teorijski utemeljena u suvremenom pristupu stručnim jezicima.
Španjolska drama na prijelazu stoljeća
Authors: Krpan Ivana
Published: February 2024

Rad obrađuje temu globalnih migracija u suvremenoj španjolskoj drami na prijelazu stoljeća, od 90-ih godina XX. do prvog desetljeća XXI. stoljeća, kada uočavamo sve veći broj dramskih djela koja tematiziraju probleme s kojima se susreće multikulturalno španjolsko društvo. Unutar danog povijesnog konteksta utvrđuju se tematske smjernice dramskih djela u kojima motivi poput marginalizacije, rasizma i netolerancije prema strancima ocrtavaju sliku šire kulturne pozadine i sveprisutnu polarizaciju španjolskog društva. Analiziraju se motivi koji tvore migrantski diskurs te žanrovske osobitosti dramskih djela na tragu postmodernizma, pri čemu se naglasak stavlja na dekonstrukciju nacionalnog narativa na kojem se gradi predodžba stabilnog kulturnog identiteta u opreci prema Drugome.
A Systematic Review of Recycled Cotton Fibre Blending Practices, Challenges and Recommendations
Authors:   Universidad Tecnológica del Perú, Lima, Perú, Alcantara Stephany , Moore Franz ,   Universidad Tecnológica del Perú, Lima, Perú, Ontaneda Monica ,   Universidad Tecnológica del Perú, Lima, Perú
Published: February 2024

The speed with which fashion trends change encourages excessive consumption and inadequate management of textile waste. Therefore, the use of recycled cotton fibres (RCF), as a sustainable alternative, by textile industries has taken on greater relevance; however, there are uncertainties about its implementation and appropriate method. Therefore, this review aims to identify the method of blending recycled cotton fibres to produce new yarns. For this, the PICO method was used to define the research questions and keywords; Then, it was complemented with the PRISMA methodology to search for information in the Scopus and ProQuest databases. The information found was analyzed in an Ishikawa diagram and later in a Pareto diagram. Finally, it was concluded that the most suitable RCF blending method is 50% VCF with 50% RCF. If more RCFs were added, the products would not meet the optimal quality measures for their production and marketing. Likewise, the main limitations to implementing the method are the adequate selection of the type of recycling, a high financial outlay for the classification of fibres legal loopholes such as the lack of supervision by the government, and inadequate implementation of the extended responsibility policy (EPR). Furthermore, the lack of specific regulations on textile recycling and the absence of certifications for companies that adopt sustainable practices represent additional obstacles.
КОНТРОЛЬ ПОВЕРХНЕВОЇ ЩІЛЬНОСТІ МАТЕРІАЛІВ З РІЗНОЮ СТРУКТУРОЮ АМПЛІДУДНО-ФАЗОВИМ ПРИСТРОЄМ
Authors: БАРИЛКО Сергій , ВОЛКОВИЙ Павло , ДАЩЕНКО Володимир
Published: February 2024

В роботі розглянуто можливість застосування ультразвукового методу та амплітудно-фазового пристрою контролю одного з основних технологічних параметрів, яким є поверхнева щільність. Зазначений метод та пристрій можна використовувати для матеріалів з різною структурою, які можуть мати пори. Застосування такого безконтактного пристрою для контролю поверхневої щільності різних матеріалів дозволить оперативно визначати технологічний параметр в процесі виробництва.
Combined Online-Discussion as a Tool for Formation of Future Engineers’ Reflexion under Conditions of Education Digitalization.
Authors: Mikheev S. A.
Published: February 2024

The article analyzes the influence of training based on combined (combining asynchronous and synchronous forms in one pedagogical technology) online discussions (OD) on the formation of reflexion of future engineers. The relevance of the problem is revealed. It is conditioned by toughening requirements to reflexive abilities and network communicative competences of modern technical specialists in the conditions of digitalization of education, networking and socio-technical transformation of engineering activity. The algorithm of realization and stage-role structure of asynchronous and synchronous OD are presented. The four-stage technology of pedagogical application of combined OD combining online-discussions with face-to-face reflexive classes is described, taking into account the mediated nature of learning in the digital environment and psychological features of future engineers related to the specifics of technical thinking. The methodological peculiarities (combination of online discussions with classroom training; stage-role differentiation of online discussions (structuring) on the basis of a scenario plan; use of a facilitation model with partially symmetric interaction of online discussions participants; conducting online discussions in microgroups of 4-6 hours) were identified and the mechanisms of their influence on the effectiveness of combined online discussions in the formation of future engineers’ reflexion were described. Taking into account the above mentioned methodological features, the teacher’s recommendations on the effective organization of the educational process in technical universities on the basis of the developed technology have been formulated. The correlation between the application of the developed technology and the improvement of the subjects’ reflexive skills by 19.67-32.79% was shown and a conclusion was made about its significant role in the formation of a holistic view of the students of technical universities about the discussion as a complex multidimensional category, in which an important role is played by building social interaction with opponents, understanding their position and reaching compromise solutions.
Linguo-Pedagogical Design of Open Question Items in the Context of Digitalization
Authors: Alikina A. V. , Maltsev D. V.
Published: February 2024

Interdisciplinary approach to the development and creation of open question items for assessment procedures in accordance with the digital transformation strategy and the new requirements for state accreditation of educational programs of higher education has been presented in the article. It has been revealed the content of the author’s terms including linguo-pedagogical mastery, linguo-pedagogical design, linguistic correctness and methodological literacy of test tasks. On the basis of scientometric analysis carried out due to the scientific electronic library elibrary it has been determined the chronological activity and subject correlation of publications of native researchers on testing students. Based on the results of a survey of teachers from 11 regional universities the main difficulties in the preparation of testing and assessment materials are summarized. Examples of test items in disciplines taught at a multidisciplinary polytechnic university are analyzed. Typical errors in the wording of questions, reference answers and evaluation criteria have been identified by the methods of erratological analysis and the reasons for their appearance have been summarized. To model the linguo-pedagogical design of test tasks the concept of an epistemic situation is used, its four components are described: ontological (subject-content definition of objects and elements of control), methodological (selection of types and types of tasks depending on the level of measured outcomes of learning), communicative-pragmatic (ensuring the comprehensibility of the text of the test task) and technological (technical implementation of the automated check of free response). Methods of test tasks modification with the help of modern digital services are proposed. As a result of the study, the authors formulate recommendations for the implementation of the linguo-pedagogical design of open question items with a focus on their implementation in the digital environment.
Relationship between In Vitro Physical Properties and In Situ Biofilm Formation of Fissure Sealants
Authors: Çalışkan Fatma , Aydinoğlu Aysu , Yoruç Afife Binnaz Hazar , Mentes Ali
Published: February 2024

The aim of this 2-part study was to investigate whether surface properties of two resin sealants (K1, K2), a glass-ionomer (Ci) sealant, and a biomimetic hydroxyapatite (BHAP) had any effects on _in situ _biofilm formation.

Standardized specimens manufactured from 4 materials and human enamel (E) were subjected to _in_ _vitro_ microhardness, surface roughness, and contact angle measurements. Then, 3 fissure sealant samples and BHAP blocks were placed on the upper removable appliances of 20 children. In the first week, biofilm was allowed to form _in situ_, then a hydroxyapatite (HAP) paste was used with renewed materials for the second week. The biofilm developed on the surfaces was analyzed using SEM and image analyzing programs.

There was a statistically significant difference between the roughness of dental materials (p < 0.05). There was no difference between the microhardness of K1 and K2, whereas a statistical difference between Ci and other materials (p<0.05) was found. Ci had also statistically higher contact angle measurements than other materials (p<0.05). The _in situ_ biofilm formation was highest in Ci and lowest in BHAP materials, but not statistically different, and the biofilm formation was significantly decreased in all groups (p<0.05) with the use of the HAP paste.

Within the limitations of this study, the roughness of materials correlated with the biofilm formation on BHAP, glass-ionomer, and resin sealants. The use of the HAP paste contributed to reduced biofilm formation.
Analytical Study and Amelioration of Plastic Pavement Material Quality
Authors: Wiryikfu Nfor Clins , Acheleke Atehnji Evaristus , Wembe Djomsi Brillant , Christian Fokam Bopda , Bienvenu Kenmeugne
Published: February 2024

Solid waste increases continue to pose heavy challenges to the population living in most urban communities. The effect of these solid waste challenges is high in most urban areas of low- and middle-income countries. One type of this solid waste, which is a global concern, is plastic waste. To curb the pollution imposed by these plastics, most countries are recycling them to form usable construction materials such as pavement materials. This paper seeks to analyze and ameliorate plastic pavement qualities in order to redefine the qualities of the existing plastic pavement in Cameroon. In this research project, polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polypropylene (PP) were used as binding materials for the production of plastic pavement. During this research, the effect of combining the two plastics mentioned above for the production of a single pavement was studied to determine the impact of their combined binding characteristics as well. The formulation of the pavement samples for evaluating the binding characteristics of polypropylene (PP) in each pavement was defined as 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, 35%, 40%, 45%, and 50%, and that of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) was defined as 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, and 35% by weight of the total sample. The other percentage is that of sand. In the third phase, the effect of combining the two types of plastics as binding materials in a single pavement production was evaluated, and in this case, the formulations were: 10% PP plus 20% PET, 15% PP plus 15% PET, and 20% PP plus 10% PET, against 70% sand. Physical and mechanical tests carried out on both samples gave interesting results. The results showed that this quality could withstand a stress equivalent to 27.6 MPa, which is equivalent to 49 KN and can be used in less-traffic areas according to the standard (EN196/01-ASTMC). 30% PP as a binding material produced a 22.1 MPa strength that can withstand a load of 40 KN, and 25% PET produced a compressive strength of 14.1 MPa that can withstand a load of 22.4KN. The effect of the flexural strength test demonstrated that the flexural strength increases with an increase in plastic quantity in any pavement. The physical properties like density, porosity, and water absorption gave interesting values (1.953 g/cm3, 14.66%, and 3.1%, respectively) for the formulation of 25% PET, making this formulation to be considered among the best that can be adopted for pavements in water-locked areas. From the results obtained, it can be concluded that, using only 25% polyethylene terephthalate for the production of a plastic pavement, the pavements could be used in monument premises and water-locked areas. Using 30% PP, the pavement could be used in streets and yards, while using 20% PP plus 10% PET, the pavement would be used in less-traffic areas.
Etiological factors of bloodstream infections in oncological Patients, who was hospitalized at the National Institute of Maria Skłodowska-Curie – National Research Institute in Warsaw in 2020-2022
Authors: Darmofalska Katarzyna , Skowrońska Anna , Woźniak Agnieszka , Pawelec Maria , Skrzeczyńska Joanna , Ochman Elżbieta , Magdziak Agnieszka
Published: February 2024

AIM OF THE STUDY.
The purpose of the study was the microbiological analysis of bloodstream infections in patients hospitalized at the National Institute of Oncology, Maria Skłodowska-Curie – National Research Institute in the period from 01/01/2020 to 31/10/2022.

MATERIAL AND METHODS.
In the period from 01/01/2020 to 31/10/2022, 18,420 blood cultures obtained from patients hospitalized at the NIO-PIB were analysed in the Department of Clinical Microbiology (total for the presence of bacteria and fungi). Culture for the presence of bacteria was carried out in the BactAlert automatic system by bioMerieux, and for fungi in the Bactec FX automatic system by Becton Dickinson.

RESULTS.
1,184 strains of bacteria and 32 strains of fungi considered to be the etiological factor of the infection were cultured from clinical samples. Gram-positive bacteria accounted for 61.57%, while Gram-negative bacteria accounted for 32.26% of all isolated bacterial strains. The most frequently cultured strains were Escherichia coli – 13.77% (including 22.1% of ESBL strains), Klebsiella penumoniae – 4.6% (44.4% of ESBL strains, 1.85% of NDM strains), Enterobacter cloacae – 2 .7% (including 40.6% of multi-resistant strains: ESBL (15.6%) or with AmpC derepression (25%), among the non-fermenting bacilli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa was the most frequently cultured - 4.18% (including 3.8% MBL) and Acinetobacter baumannii – 0.8% (including CRAB strains 50%, MBL 10%). Anaerobic microorganisms were responsible for 3.46% of blood infection cases. Yeastlike fungi were a factor in 2.7% of all fungemia cases. From blood samples taken Staphylococci were more frequently isolated directly from a vein or through a central venous catheter than aerobic Gram-negative bacilli (44.7% and 25.3% and 55.6% and 12.5%, respectively). The opposite situation occurred in the case of samples taken simultaneously directly from vein and through a central venous catheter, in which a higher share of aerobic Gram-negative bacilli (46.6%) than staphylococci (32.8%) in causing blood infections was observed.

CONCLUSIONS.
Gram-positive bacteria are the major contributors to bloodstream infections in cancer patients. There is a growing tendency to develop BSI caused by multi-resistant strains.
Comparison of the prevalence of risk factors for Toxoplasma Gondii infection among pregnant women in rural and urban areas in Poland
Authors: Bieńkowski Carlo , Stępień Maciej , Cholewik Martyna , Aniszewska Małgorzata , Pokorska-Śpiewak Maria
Published: February 2024

INTRODUCTION.
Toxoplasma gondii is a protozoan parasite. While this infection typically exhibits no symptoms in humans, it poses a potential threat to the developing fetus in pregnant women. Several risk factors contribute to toxoplasmosis infection. Adherence to hygiene protocols and avoiding the consumption of raw meat, unwashed vegetables, and fruits may mitigate the risk of this disease.

OBJECTIVE.
This study aimed to compare the prevalence of toxoplasmosis risk factors among pregnant women suspected of toxoplasmosis living in rural areas with those residing in urban areas.

MATERIAL AND METHODS.
A retrospective observational study was conducted by analyzing data from the medical records of pregnant women suspected of toxoplasmosis. These women were consulted at the Provincial Infectious Diseases Hospital between September 2019 and March 2020. The analysis encompassed patients’ demographic data and information concerning toxoplasmosis risk factors. A total of 273 women’s data were included in the analysis. Diagnosis relied on serological verification using the VIDAS® analyzer (bioMérieux, Lyon, France).

RESULTS.
Women residing in rural areas were less likely to report a good socio-economic status (p=0.0064), and toxoplasmosis infection was less frequently ruled out (p=0.0023). In comparison to women living in urban areas, pregnant women from rural regions were more likely to have confirmed primary toxoplasmosis (p=0.0164). Additionally, they were more prone to working in gardens without gloves (p < 0.0001), consuming unwashed vegetables (p= 0.0025), eating raw meat during pregnancy (p=0.0008), and cats caregiving during pregnancy (p=0.0002). This exposure included both care for domestic cats before and during pregnancy (p=0.0069) and interactions with wild cats (p < 0.0001).

CONCLUSIONS.
Pregnant women living in rural areas exhibited significantly higher exposure to toxoplasmosis risk factors. They also displayed a higher incidence of primary infections during pregnancy and a lower rate of excluded infections.
Upaya Pemenuhan Hak dan Perlakuan Khusus Terhadap Narapidana Penyandang Disabilitas Di Lembaga Pemasyarakatan
Authors: Wilara Willy , Subroto Mitro
Published: February 2024

Pemenuhan hak narapidana penyandang disabilitas yang memiliki keterbatasan fisik, mental, atau sensorik menjadi urgensi yang perlu diperhatikan oleh Lembaga pemasyarakatan sehingga Lembaga Pemasyarakatan bertugas untuk memenuhi hak-hak tersebut dikarenakan Narapidana yang memiliki kebutuhan khusus menyebabkan mereka memiliki keterbatasan dibandingkan narapidana lainnya, narapidana penyandang disabilitas memerlukan perhatian dan perlakuan khusus. Oleh karena itu tujuan penelitian ini ialah mengkaji upaya apa saja yang dapat dilakukan oleh Lembaga Pemasyarakatan dalam memenuhi hak dan perlakuan khusus terhadap narapidana penyandang disabilitas. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian hukum normatif yang dikenal sebagai penelitian dengan studi kepustakaan. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan data sekunder berupa kepustakaan dan teknik analisis data menggunakan teknik analisis data kualitatif. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian beberapa upaya yang dapat dilakukan dalam pemenuhan hak narapidana disabilitas sesuai dengan Undang-Undang No.22 Tahun 2022 tentang pemasyarakatan dan Undang-Undang No.8 Tahun 2016 tentang penyandang disabilitas ialahÂ  menyediakan prasarana fisik yang standar, menjamin kepastian hukum, memberkali dengan pengetahuan yang sesuai, meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kesadaran tentang isu disabilitas, menyediakan fasilitas pusat layanan disabilitas, menhormati martabat dan identitas, memberikan aksebilitas, memberikan pelayanan Kesehatan, memberikan Pendidikan, memeberikan rehabilitasi. Dalam pemebuhan hak tersebut terdapat beberapa kendala dan hambatan yang dihadapi seperti anggaran saranan dan prasaranan fisik, regulasi, pengetahuan atau sumber daya, koordinasi antar Lembaga terkait.
PENGARUH PERSEPSI KEMUDAHAN PENGGUNAAN, PERSEPSI KEGUNAAN, DAN PERSEPSI KESENANGAN TERHADAP LOYALITAS NASABAH MOBILE BANKING
Authors: Risde Kahti Ramadhia , Kurniawati Kurniawati
Published: February 2024

This research aims to prove the influence of perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and perceived enjoyment on satisfaction, then prove the influence of satisfaction on loyalty which is mediated by users' love for mobile banking. The type of research carried out was hypothesis testing which was analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) tool with the AMOS program. The research sample taken using a purposive sampling technique with individual analysis units. Primary data collected by distributing questionnaires to 262 respondents. The research results show that there is a positive influence of perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and perceived enjoyment on brand satisfaction, there is a mediating role of brand love in the influence of brand satisfaction on brand loyalty. This research is limited to customers who use mobile banking from banks in KBMI IV. Future researchers can examine customers who use mobile banking from banks in general. This research contributes to providing input to the top management of banks in Indonesia regarding what factors can help increase and manage customer loyalty, especially when using mobile banking.