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Mahi Tahi: Placing trust at the centre of lesson observation and post lesson observation conversation
Authors: Heneghan James
Published: December 2024

Long Bay College places a strong emphasis on effective change leadership and trust to foster a responsive and innovative teaching environment. Founded in 1975 into what was then a rural area, the College now serves approximately 1,800 students in a suburban setting. By embracing the autonomy granted by New Zealand’s 1989 Tomorrow’s Schools reform, the school has cultivated a dynamic approach to education. In 2019, the school’s Board of Trustees and staff committed to continuous professional development, leading to the creation of the “Tino Akoranga” approach to teaching and learning. This approach centres on personalised, research-informed education, cultural responsiveness, and cognitive science considerations, all within a framework that prioritises professional learning. To support exceptional teaching and learning, Long Bay College emphasises trust-based classroom observations and collaborative post observation conversations under the “Mahi Tahi” initiative. This initiative seeks to normalise peer observations and discussions, enhancing teaching practices on a foundation of trust, professional safety and collaboration.
Fighting the Online War: Online Russian Nationalists and the Discourse of Stalingrad in the Early 2010s
Authors: Garner Ian
Published: December 2024

Memory of the Battle of Stalingrad, a pivotal moment in Second World War, is a cornerstone of Vladimir Putin’s nationalist mythology. This study examines how participants of the “In the Whirlwind of Time” forum, a Russian-language online community whose usage peaked in the early 2010s, perpetuated and reinterpreted this war myth through science fiction and alternate history narratives at a grassroots level by co-writing literary texts. “Myth” is defined here as a symbolic narrative that shapes collective memory and identity, through science fiction and alternate history narratives. Writers, driven by nationalist and pro-Soviet sentiments, were informed by Soviet-era literary traditions and modern sociopolitical concerns. Engaging in a collaborative process of memory-making, they merged historical fiction with futuristic elements such as time travel to craft stories where the annihilation and resurrection encoded in the Stalingrad myth solve present-day moral and political crises. By conducting a Critical Discourse Analysis of forum postings and demonstrating how the resultant discourses are present in three key works, the article outlines the norms of the forum’s discourse community to show how these narratives foster a mythic understanding of Stalingrad, transforming it into a timeless and universal battle against purported Western immorality. These stories not only glorify the Soviet past but also serve as ideological tools that both reflect and anticipate Russian state propaganda of the 2020s, suggesting the participatory nature of national identity shaping through mythmaking—and the crucial role that war played in grassroots nationalist narratives in the 2010s.
Enhancing Cooperative Spectrum Sensing Efficiency in CBRS-based CRN for Unmanned Mobile Robot Applications
Authors: Bharathi V , Hallur Giri G , Ramarajan S , Kumar K Vinoth
Published: December 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of wireless communications, optimizing spectrum utilization has become paramount. Cognitive radio (CR) technology offers a promising solution by enabling unlicensed secondary users (SUs) to intelligently access and exploit underutilized spectrum bands. The citizens broadband radio service (CBRS) framework provides a structured approach to shared spectrum access, making it ideal for CR systems implementation. However, efficient spectrum sensing, especially within CBRS, is a major challenge due to environmental variations, interference, and the need for timely detection of primary users (PUs). This paper addresses the issue of suboptimal spectrum sensing efficiency in CBRS-based CR systems and proposes innovative approaches to improve cooperative spectrum sensing. We explore a spectrum sensing paradigm that encourages collaboration among secondary users and utilizes their collective intelligence to achieve better spectrum sensing performance. Our goal is to improve spectrum utilization within the CBRS ecosystem and enable more efficient and harmonious sharing of this valuable resource.
Implementation of the dual quaternion algorithm for 3D similarity-based coordinate transformation between Ghana’s local geodetic datum and WGS84
Authors: Ziggah Yao Yevenyo , Mantey Saviour , Laari Prosper Basommi
Published: December 2024

Modern surveying practice has embraced the use of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology due to its attainable precision and uncomplicated functionality. The adoption of this technology has therefore necessitated the transformation of coordinates between satellite-based and classical geodetic reference datums. It is known that the 3D similarity-based transformation models are the most widely used in the literature. However, one major limitation of such models is the representation of point rotations in space using Euler angles connected to X, Y, and Z-axes, which often leads to matrix singularities. To overcome this mathematical inconvenience, the dual quaternion is proposed. This paper implements the dual quaternion algorithm to transform coordinates between the World Geodetic System 1984 (WGS84) and Ghana War Office 1926. To perform the transformation, 31 common points were divided into two parts: reference and check points. The reference points, consisting of 24 common points that are evenly distributed across Ghana, were used to derive the transformation parameters. The remaining 7 points were used to evaluate the derived transformation parameters. The results confirmed that the coordinates transformed by the dual quaternion algorithm are in average agreement with the measured coordinates, with precision and accuracy levels of about 0.580 m and 1.023 m. The obtained results follow the Bursa-Wolf model that is already used by the Ghana Survey and Mapping Division to perform 3D transformations. Hence, the results satisfy cadastral applications, geographic information works, reconnaissance, land information system works and small-scale topographic surveys in Ghana.
On a unique identification of 3D features between BIM and GIS for 3D Cadastre
Authors: Janečka Karel , Vaněk Martin
Published: December 2024

The recent research has demonstrated both the potential of building information management (BIM) for the 3D cadastre, especially for legal spaces of building units and the advantage of the combination of physical and legal boundaries for their visualization. During the lifetime cycle of the building and the units within, the geometry of units can change. Then, it is necessary to promote the transition from the updated BIM model to connected systems. Considering this, the paper focuses on a unique identification of building units between BIM and GIS. The main idea is that each feature (in our case, the building unit) receives a unique identifier when it is created, which is then used in every system during its life cycle. Each of these domains has its own specific technical requirements for the unique identification. The aim is to have just one identifier of the building unit regardless of the selected information system to make an effective update. The paper further aims to model the 3D legal spaces of building units using BIM and their storage inside the external spatial database based on the CityGML standard data model. The proposed solution facilitates the storage of the 3D legal spaces of building units together with their physical counterparts in one environment based on the widely recognized OGC standard. Furthermore, as many countries still use 2D parcel-based cadastre, the proposed solution also allows for the connection of the existing cadastral information systems with these externally stored 3D legal spaces without the necessity of changing the systems.
Diversity, Abundance, and Trend of Water Birds Outside the Protected Area of Western Lowlands, Nepal
Authors: Yadav Shailendra Kumar , Lamichhane Babu Ram , Subedi Naresh , Kadariya Rabin , Paudel Umesh , Shahi Ram , Pokharel Neeta
Published: December 2024

Waterbirds play a vital role in balancing aquatic ecosystems. Regular studies of their conservation status are crucial. Three major wetlands: Karnali River, Geruwa River, and Badhaiya Lake were surveyed from 2011 – 2016 and 2021 to assess the species and sites’ long-term status. We counted all water birds in these areas using the point count method in Badhaiya Lake and the Line transect method for river tran-sects of Karnali and Geruwa. Shannon-Weiner diversity index, Margalef richness index, and Pilou evenness index were calculated for each year and site to understand diversity and richness patterns over time and space. A total of 86 species were observed with an average number of species of 1027.02 per year. The relative abundance of the species showed fluctuations over the study period. The most abundant species was the Ruddy Shelduck (744.91 individuals/year), followed by the Lesser Whistling Duck (494.25). While the Ruddy Shelduck population increased, the Black Stork and Asian Wolly Neck species declined. Among the sites, Badhaiya Lake exhibited the highest Margalef richness index, Pilou evenness index, and Shannon-Weiner diversity index compared to Karnali and Geruwa Rivers. Due to its species richness and waterbird abundance, continuous monitoring and conservation efforts should be prioritized for the site.
Challenges of Studying Languages and Cultures in the Multicultural World
Authors: Arifi Teuta
Published: December 2024

Multilingualism and multiculturalism have been integral aspects of human civilization throughout history, yet they continue to present significant communicative challenges. Jacques Derrida likened the effort to understand others through translation to the reconstruction of the Tower of Babel, emphasizing the difficulty of finding precise expressions across different languages and cultural contexts (Derrida, 1985). This paper argues that learning and studying diverse languages are essential not only for thriving in a multicultural world but also for fostering peace and mutual trust in an increasingly interconnected global society. The central thesis posits that global development trends and intercultural communication should be embraced as opportunities to promote multilingualism rather than as competitive barriers. Drawing on interculturalism theories by scholars such as Zapata-Barrero, Kymlicka, and Vertovec, this paper underscores the importance of creating a superdiverse world where multilingualism ensures cultural-linguistic inclusivity. The study further highlights the necessity of pragmatic approaches to integrate linguistic diversity into global and local policies, particularly in regions like Southeast Europe. By doing so, it seeks to position language studies as crucial to the era of globalization.
Exploring the Acquisition of Progressive Forms in Albanian ESL Learners (The Acquisition of Progressive Forms in Albanian ESL Learners)
Authors: Këpuska Arta
Published: December 2024

This study examines how Albanian adult learners of English as a Second Language (ESL) acquire the progressive aspect, using the Aspect Hypothesis (AH) as the theoretical framework. The AH posits that the aspectual characteristics of verbs shape the acquisition of tense-aspect distinctions. The research aims to determine whether these learners follow universal developmental patterns in acquiring the progressive form. Data was collected from written tasks completed by Albanian undergraduate students (years 1-3). The analysis shows that while learners’ use of the progressive marker "-ing" largely aligns with AH predictions, there are notable deviations, particularly the overextension of the marker to stative verbs. Learners predominantly use the progressive with activities, with limited and sporadic application to achievements and accomplishments, reflecting incomplete acquisition. These findings provide new insights into the application of the Aspect Hypothesis for Albanian learners and offer valuable recommendations for refining teaching methods and curriculum design in ESL education.
A Data Warehousing Framework for Predictive Analytics in Higher Education: A Focus on Student at-Risk Identification
Authors: Ismaili Burim , Besimi Adrian
Published: December 2024

This paper will examine the development of a data warehouse aimed at improving decision-making in higher education, which focuses on the identification of students at-risk of academic failure through machine learning techniques. This research utilizes South East European University (SEEU) as a case study to show how data warehousing can integrate various student data—including demographics, academic performance, grades, attendance, and engagement—into an integrated framework that enables predictive analytics.

The overall approach allows SEEU decision-makers, administrators, and faculty to proactively identify and assist at-risk students, which improves student retention and their academic success. The results underscore the crucial role of data warehousing in enhancing student achievement and facilitating informed decision-making in higher education.

The paper concludes with concrete suggestions for leveraging data to enhance decision-making processes in a digital educational institution.
Enforcement Systems – Differences and Similarities
Authors: Gorgieva Dijana , Nezir Funda
Published: December 2024

In modern civil procedural law, there are different organizational structures of national civil enforcement systems.

According to the principle of national procedural autonomy, each state regulates the enforcement procedure independently. Because of this, it is very difficult to talk about special systems for the civil enforcement of court decisions and other judicial or non-judicial enforceable titles at the macro level. The main reason for this is the fact that the matter of enforcement procedural law was neglected for a long period of time, and the harmonization of the enforcement procedure only began to be considered in the middle of the XIX-th century.

However, in general, the International Encyclopedia of Comparative Law speaks of the existence of four systems for the enforcement of court decisions and other judicial or non-judicial enforceable titles, namely: 1) enforcement of decisions by courts, 2) enforcement of decisions by private enforcement bodies (bailiff system of enforcement), 3) mixed systems of enforcement and 4) administrative systems for enforcement.

The system for the enforcement of decisions and other judicial or non-judicial enforceable titles by courts without exceptions is specific to the Anglo-American procedural circle (common law system), while in the Romanian-German procedural circle of the civil law system the enforcement of decisions and other judicial or non-judicial enforceable titles can be under the competence of the courts or under the competence of bailiffs, although combined models can also be encountered. In the Scandinavian procedural circle as a part of the civil law system, is dominant the system of enforcement of decisions by private enforcement bodies or the administrative system of enforcement.

The aim of this paper is to perceive the similarities and differences between national enforcement systems analyzed at the macro level. To achieve this goal, the comparative method and the analysis method will be used.
Applying Digital Technology in Exposing and Reintroducing a Forgotten Spice Plant
Authors: Marianto Martinus Dwi
Published: December 2024

Many people in Yogyakarta like to eat nasi rawon, brongkos rice, or konro soup, whose main spice is kluwak. Kluwak is the seed content of the pucung tree fruit (pangium edule reinw), which is fermented to convert the cyanide content of the seeds into a safely edible spice. The results of observations and interviews state that many people in Yogyakarta (as a research area) no longer know the existence of the pucung trees at all, even though the fruit and kluwak are written in the Book of Wulang Reh and Wulang Sunu written by King Paku Buwana IV; written on the Javanese tembang 'Bapak Pucung.' The number and existence of pucung trees in Yogyakarta are increasingly rare and forgotten. If left in its current state, the pucung tree will become extinct. That was why the creative idea of researching and making a graphic novel about this spice tree emerged. The author collaborated with Aznar Zacky, Yohannes Jatmiko Yuwono, and Viyantoro Giri Saputa to present this graphic novel for publication and socialization. The goal is for the wider community to recognize black gold (kluwak), care for and preserve this species, and cultivate its natural products smartly and ecologically.  Banyak orang suka makan nasi rawon, nasi brongkos, atau sop konro yang bumbu utamanya kluwak. Kluwak adalah isi biji dari buah pohon pucung (pangium edule reinw) yang difermentasi guna mengubah kandungan sianida isi biji pucung jadi bumbu yang aman dikonsumsi. Hasil pengamatan dan wawancara menyatakan bahwa banyak orang di Yogyakarta (sebagai wilayah penelitian) sudah tidak tahu sama sekali eksistensi pohon pucung, walaupun buah dan kluwak tertulis dalam Kitab Wulang Reh dan Wulang Sunu yang ditulis oleh Raja Pabu Buwana IV; tertulis pada tembang Jawa ‘Bapak Pucung’. Jumlah dan keberadaan pohon pucung semakin langka dan terlupakan. Jika dibiarkan dalam keadaan seperti sekarang ini, pohon pucung akan punah. Karena itulah ide kreatif melakukan riset dan pembuatan novel grafik tentng pohon rempah ini muncul. Penulis berkerjasama dengan Aznar Zacky, Y. Jatmiko Yuwono, dan  Viyantoro Giri Saputa menghadirkan novel grafik ini untuk dipublikasi dan disosialisasi. Tujuannya adalah agar masyarakat luas mengenali kembali emas hitam (kluwak); peduli merawat dan melestarikan spesies ini; dan membudidayakan hasil alam melalui pohon ini secara cerdas dan ekologis.
Entrepreneurial Leadership: A Theoretical and Practical Basis for Learning about Future-Fit Leadership in Schools
Authors: Dr. Mabihi Shuping
Published: December 2024

Schools in the 21st century are in dire need of future-fit leaders who are required to conform to the rapidly changing world of technology and innovation. Attributes of such leaders include proactiveness, innovativeness and willingness to take risks. These are some of the hallmarks of entrepreneurial leadership. This paper first picks up some relevant scholastic definitions of entrepreneurialism and, more specifically, entrepreneurial school leadership from a myriad of definitions found in evidence-based literature. Second, it analyses some of the key themes I have garnered about future-fit leadership in a semi-structured interview I conducted with a future-fit leader and the inputs he provided. The interviewee is a business entrepreneur whose ideas about future-fit leaders can be adapted and applied to the educational sector to develop future-fit leaders in schools. Thirdly, case studies of schools in Gauteng, South Africa province, are used as examples of best practices to emulate for effective entrepreneurial leadership in school (Xaba & Malindi, 2010)
Conformity of Teaching Practices to Develop Secondary School Students’ Skills in the Quest Forward Learning Program in Tanzania
Authors: Mwajuma Bakari Fadhili  , Evans Ogoti  , Dr. Victorini Salema
Published: December 2024

This study investigated whether mentors' teaching practices in the Quest Forward Learning Program (QFLP) for secondary schools in Tanzania conform to developing work and learning skills. This mixed-methods approach evaluation study included 644 respondents selected from a population of 949 comprised of the program manager, heads of schools, mentors, and students. Data were collected using lesson observations, interviews, and questionnaires. The validity of data collection instruments was determined through evaluation experts and a pilot study, while reliability was determined using Cronbach's Alpha, member checking, and cross-checking transcripts. Qualitative data were thematically analysed, while quantitative data were inferentially and descriptively analysed with the help of SPSS software. Findings revealed that mentors' teaching practices in the QFLP conform with developing work and learning skills like learning from prior knowledge, creating artefacts, asking questions, setting and achieving goals, managing time, and meeting deadlines. Also, mentors incorporate note-taking skills and critical thinking and put effort into their work. The study concluded that Opportunity Education Foundation (OEF) training had upgraded the QFLP mentors from teaching for memorisation of materials to focusing teaching on skills development, thus conforming to a competence-based curriculum for secondary schools. It is recommended that the program be widely expanded and that other education agencies should model its procedures.
Efficacy of Mitigation Strategies in Disaster Prevalence in Public Secondary Schools in Machakos County, Kenya
Authors: Muhoho D. Maina  , Dr. Daniel Otieno  , Dr. Thaddaeus Rugar
Published: December 2024

Schools all over the world have established ways of mitigating disasters. The mitigation measures aim at reducing or preventing loss of lives, destruction of property and emotional torture of victims. However, the question remains:

How efficient are these safety strategies in keeping school children secure from disasters?

This study aimed to determine the efficacy of mitigation strategies in disaster prevalence in public secondary schools in Yatta Sub-County Machakos County, Kenya. The objectives of this study were to:

Determine the influence of stakeholder awareness on disaster prevalence;
Establish the influence of frequency of disaster drills on disaster prevalence in Yatta Sub-County public secondary schools, Machakos County, Kenya.

This study was guided by Protection Motivation Theory (PMT). The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The target population comprised all 61 public secondary schools in Yatta Sub-County of Machakos County. Through the stratified sampling method, 20 public secondary schools were sampled. One sub-county director of education, 20 principals, 4 teachers and 5 students from each school were selected using a purposive sampling method. Instruments for data collection were questionnaires, interview schedules and observation checklists. A pilot study was conducted in two schools which were not included in the main study. Data collection was done through questionnaires, which were hand-delivered, face-to-face interviews, and the direct use of observation checklists. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mode, mean, median and percentages, while Qualitative data was analyzed thematically. Data was presented in tables and figures. The research revealed that stakeholders' awareness influences the prevalence of disasters. Stakeholder awareness of various disasters made it easy for them to fight disasters, reducing casualties. Inadequate finances affected the prevalence of disasters. Poor implementation of disaster policies influenced disaster prevalence. Early and quick responsiveness to disasters eased the management of disasters. Some schools had inadequate facilities and equipment. The study recommended that MOEs should create awareness of various disasters in learning institutions and also make resources available.
Adhesion and Cathodic Delamination Properties of Epoxy Coating Reinforced by Magnetite/Hydroxyapatite on Carbon Steel Substrate
Authors: Thu Thuy Thai , Tien Dat Tran , Thu Uyen Nguyen Thi , Hoang Minh Luong , Hoan Nguyen Xuan , Anh Truc Trinh
Published: December 2024

In this study, magnetite/hydroxyapatite nanoparticles were incorporated at a concentration of 5 wt.% to enhance both the adhesion strength and cathodic delamination resistance of an epoxy coating applied to a carbon steel substrate. Magnetite/hydroxyapatite (FoHAP) was prepared with varying Fe3O4 to hydroxyapatite weight ratios, ranging from 10 to 50 wt.%. The adhesion test was quantitatively assessed using the pull-off method following the ASTM D4541 standard and qualitative evaluations were conducted using the cross-cut method following the ASTM D3359 standard. The results demonstrated that the coating reinforced with magnetite/hydroxyapatite nanoparticles exhibited a superior adherence compared to both the unpigmented epoxy and the coating with hydroxyapatite alone. Furthermore, assessments of the cathodic delamination process and the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy revealed that the optimized Fe3O4/HAP ratio of 10 wt.% correlated with a reduced area of delamination, indicating the reinforcement in cathodic delamination protection and also the adhesion properties of the nanoparticle-enhanced coating.
Kepuasan Pengguna Terhadap Fasilitas Stasiun Malang Kota Baru (Sisi Timur)
Authors: Df Maftuh Zamroni , Witjaksono Agung , Subagyo Widiyanto Hari
Published: December 2024

Pertumbuhan dan pengembangan infrastruktur transportasi menjadi aspek vital dalam meningkatkan kualitas layanan transportasi dan mendukung mobilitas penduduk, khususnya layanan kereta api. Stasiun Malang Kota Baru merupakan bagian dari layanan transportasi kereta api sehingga fasilitas-fasilitas dari stasiun tersebut diharapkan dapat berfungsi secara optimal dan memberikan kepuasan bagi pengguna layanan stasiun. Atas dasar tersebut, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi tingkat kepuasan pengguna terhadap fasilitas yang disediakan di Stasiun Malang Kota Baru (sisi timur) dan mengetahui indikator yang menjadi prioritas dalam peningkatan kualitas fasilitas stasiun. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan kuesioner sebagai instrumen utama. Sampel penelitian diambil secara acak dari pengguna harian stasiun sebanyak 115 responden, dan data dikumpulkan melalui survei langsung. Parameter penelitian mencakup dua puluh variabel amatan yang meliputi beberapa fasilitas stasiun, di antaranya fasilitas keselamatan, fasilitas kesehatan, petugas keamanan, intensitas cahaya, ketersediaan peron, CCTV, loket / vending machine, kanopi / atap peron, kebersihan, musala, kursi duduk penumpang, tempat sampah, toilet dan air bersih, jadwal kedatangan dan keberangkatan kereta api, fasilitas bagi penyandang disabilitas, ruang khusus ibu menyusui, drop point, fasilitas parkir, lift & eskalator, dan pengumuman melalui pengeras suara / speaker. Data dianalisis dengan importance-performance analysis (IPA). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan rata-rata nilai kepuasan pelanggan terhadap fasilitas stasiun adalah sebesar 3,7 dari rentang nilai 1-5. Analisis IPA menunjukkan bahwa variabel fasilitas kesehatan, peron, musala, kursi duduk penumpang, tempat sampah, toilet dan air bersih, dan fasilitas bagi penyandang disabilitas merupakan fasilitas dengan prioritas penanganan dan pengembangan sehingga diperlukan strategi peningkatan performa dan kepuasan pelanggan.
Penerapan Konsep Transit Oriented Development (Tod) Pada Kawasan Di Kawasan Gelora Bung Karno (Gbk)
Authors: Herika Muhamad Taki  , Putri Shofah Nuraini  , Nurul Aini
Published: December 2024

Di era seperti sekarang ini, banyak sekali masyarakat yang menggunakan transportasi umum untuk keperluan sehari-hari. Di Indonesia sendiri khususnya di daerah Jakarta tentunya banyak berbagai macam transportasi umum mulai dari transportasi kereta hingga bus. Penerapan konsep Transit Oriented Development di kawasan Stadion Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) ini tentunya akan meningkatkan pertumbuhan ekonomi masyarakat, memudahkan masyarakat dalam menggunakan transportasi umum yang terintegrasi, mengurangi penggunaan kendaraan pribadi sehingga dapat mengurangi polusi udara pada perkotaan
Studi Pemeliharaan Fisik pada Kebun Raya Cibinong (KRC), Bogor
Authors: Qurrotu ‘Aini Besila  , Ovia Syabilla  , Etty Indrawati  , Titiek P. Debora
Published: December 2024

Evaluation of Physical Maintenance at Cibinong Botanical Garden, Bogor. Cibinong Botanical Garden (CBG) is a plant conservation area located on Jl. Raya Jakarta-Cibinong Km.46, Cibinong, Bogor. Cibinong Botanical Garden has become one of the places for educational tours for the people of Cibinong and its surroundings, but based on reviews obtained from Google Maps CBG within one month to ten months after CBG operates, seven of the 36 reviews of visitors who attended gave reviews about maintenance on the minimum number of plants and pavements in CBG, this can be seen from the decrease in the condition of soft materials and hard materials in the garden such as wooden bridges that have holes and rot and dead bush plants that are not replaced by new materials. Implementation of maintenance is very important because it aims to maintain the comfort of visitors and the beauty of the area. This study aims to describe the physical maintenance that takes place at the Cibinong Botanical Garden, to determine the effectiveness of maintenance work at the Cibinong Botanical Garden, and to provide recommendations for physical maintenance as an effort to improve the quality of garden elements in the Cibinong Botanical Garden. The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach. The results obtained from the research are that there is no maintenance schedule that becomes a guideline in carrying out physical maintenance, missed several physical maintenance steps, and there is still a lack of human resources in carrying out maintenance.
Assessing the Impact of Sociotechnical Convergence Risks on the Process of Digital Marginalization
Authors: Zotov Vitaliy Vladimirovich , Gavrilchenko Kirill  Eduardovich , Gubanov Alexander Vladimirovich
Published: December 2024

The article examines sociotechnical convergence, which causes hybridization of social space, resulting in simultaneous social interaction in both digital and real space. The subject of the study is the influence of this phenomenon on digital marginalization, expressed in the occupation of individuals in a transitional state between these spaces. And people who limit the use of digital services, devices and technologies or refuse to use them may even be excluded from the digital format of society. When studying digital marginalization, it is important to take into account the dangers and risks of socio-technical convergence. The purpose of this study is to assess the impact of various risks of socio-technical convergence on the process of marginalization of the population. The methodological basis for the study of digital marginalization is the concept of socio-cultural marginalization and the domestic concept of structural marginalization, adapted to the realities of a hybrid social space. The methodological basis for studying the risks of socio-technical convergence is the concept of convergence of dangers into risks. The method of empirical research was an expert survey of specialists associated in their professional activities with digital transformation. The study found that the main risks of sociotechnical convergence are technical and technological, sociotechnical and social vulnerability risks. According to experts, technical and technological and sociotechnical risks that violate the security of using digital services are becoming critically important: it is the lack of security in the hybrid space that inclines people to either limit the use of digital technologies or abandon them, which contributes to their marginalization. Social vulnerability risks that aggravate the process of marginalization include internal resistance to change, lack of skills and knowledge to use digital devices, technologies and services, as well as the lack of necessary technical means to work with them.
Interparliamentary cooperation in the context of representing and realizing national interests: foreign experience of Asian countries
Authors: Amiantov Aleksei  Andreevich , Sodikov Sharbatullo Dzhaborovich , Rabadanov Idris Rabadanovich
Published: December 2024

At the turn of the century, the role and place of interparliamentary cooperation institutions in international relations has increased. Identifying the reasons for the increased activity of interparliamentary cooperation structures makes the research topic relevant. The complexity, multifaceted nature, multi-vector and multi-actor nature of the modern global political process actualizes the search for new institutions, forms and technologies for the presentation of national interests. The article analyzes various projects and initiatives of inter-parliamentary cooperation carried out in a number of Asian countries from the point of view of their democratic legitimacy. The authors shows the numerous forms and conditions currently existing for cooperation between national parliaments. Based on the study of the content of multilateral meetings in the BRICS format, the authors traces the obvious readiness of large Asian countries to establish interstate relations on the terms of equality and mutual benefit of all participating parties. In this regard, the idea is substantiated about the importance of actively implementing the decisions of the leadership of the BRICS member countries through the parliamentary level and maintaining a constant dialogue to bring cooperation to a new level in various areas, such as economics and trade, the fight against poverty, as well as joint work in the field of international and regional issues in order to ensure peaceful coexistence and regional development of the member states. The authors focuses on the positive dynamics of the development of Chinese-Indonesian relations. The issue of developing legislative initiatives that will work towards achieving the main goals of BRICS in various areas continues to be controversial: development of common payment systems, expansion of cooperation in the judicial and legal sphere, creation of analogues of the IMF and the World Bank, etc.
Optimising Initial Pain Management and its Influence on Compliance and Treatment Abandonment in Newly Diagnosed Head-and-Neck Cancer Patients: A Real-world Experience
Authors: Talagadadeevi Bharath V. S. S. K. , Kannan Ravi , Veeraiah Surendran , Seshachalam Arun , Anand Tanu , Vijayakanth S. , Malik Kapil
Published: December 2024

Objectives:

Improper pain management is a significant contributing factor and a potential correctable factor for low cure rates of head-and-neck cancer (HNC) patients. This study aims to assess the significance of the Quantitative Improvement Programme (QIP) in evaluating pain levels and its correlation with treatment compliance in recently diagnosed HNC patients undergoing curative treatment at a surgical oncology outpatient department (OPD). The study was conducted from January 2022 to August 2023 at a tertiary cancer care centre in Northeast India.

Materials and Methods:

This cohort study used secondary data. We implemented the QIP in December 2022. There were 204 patients in the non-implemented group (NIG) (January 2022 to December 2022), and 110 patients were in the implemented group (IG) (January 2023 to August 2023).

Results:

The study included 314 HNC patients. The mean age was 57 years, and the male-to-female ratio was 3:1. More than two-thirds (70%) of patients presented with pain. Pain assessment was carried out in 63% (120) of patients in the NIG and 86% (95) patients in the IG and was found to differ significantly (P < 0.0001) between the groups. Treatment abandonment (default before starting treatment) was reported amongst 23% in the NIG, compared to 16% in the IG. 41% (85) of patients in the NIG and 39% (43) in the IG reported non-compliance with treatment (breaks after commencing treatment). There were only 7% of patients from the NIG and 4% of patients from the IG who experienced unfavourable events (relapse, death and treatment failure). Of the various factors analysed, we found age as the single most significant predictor of compliance to treatment (age 18–39 years: Risk ratio [RR] = 2.482, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.88, 6.99 [P < 0.08]; age group 40–64 years: RR = 0.54, 95% CI: 0.33, 0.90 [P < 0.01]).

Conclusion:

QIP for pain management resulted in efficient pain assessment, enhanced patient compliance and reduced rates of treatment abandonment. The study findings mandate QIP for effective pain management of HNC patients in all cancer centres.
In silico profiling of Cynodon dactylon L. Bioactives: Targeting Alzheimer’s pathways through network pharmacology, molecular docking and ADMET analysis
Authors: Pattanashetti Laxmi , Patil Vishal S. , Patil Basanagouda M.
Published: December 2024

Objectives:

The present study aims to investigate the therapeutic potential of Cynodon dactylon in alleviating memory deficits associated with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Specifically, we seek to explore its antioxidant properties and evaluate its potential as an acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitor, with the ultimate goal of identifying C. dactylon bioactives as lead molecules for the management of AD.

Materials and Methods:

We performed an in silico analysis incorporating in silico studies, namely network pharmacology, docking and ADMET profile, to discover the potential effect of C. dactylon L. bioactives against AD targets.

Results:

The present study identified eight bioactive compounds with favourable drug-likeness scores, predicted to target 122 genes involved in crucial pathways. These key targets were involved in 7 pathways with targets such as AChE, butyrylcholinesterase, adenosine receptors A2A, monoamine oxidase (MAO) A, MAOB regulating protein binding, protein dimerisation and serine hydrolase activity. Notably, molecular docking simulations revealed quercetin, kaempferol and luteolin; active ingredients of C. dactylon and exhibited significant binding affinity with AChE.

Conclusion:

These computational insights provide a foundation for further investigation and highlight C. dactylon bioactives as potential candidates for modulating memory deficit in AD, offering new prospects for therapeutic interventions.
Thyroid Dysfunction and Dyslipidemia in Patients Suffering from Coronary Artery Disease
Authors: Gupta Soma , Halder Swapan Kumar , Ghosh Anjan , Haldar Dibakar , Bhakta Abhijit , Haldar Piyali
Published: December 2024

Background:

Thyroid hormones are known to have effects on multiple systems, including the cardiovascular system. Hypothyroidism leads to hypercholesterolemia, hyperfibrinogenemia, hyperhomocysteinemia, platelet abnormalities, and systemic vasculitis, all of which can adversely affect the cardiovascular system.

Objectives:

The objective of this study was to evaluate the lipid abnormalities and thyroid function in cases suffering from coronary artery disease (CAD).

Material and Methods:

A case-control study was conducted involving 100 patients admitted to the Department of Cardiology in N.R.S Medical College, Kolkata, with CAD as the case and 100 age-matched healthy individuals as controls. Patients with post-percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty and post-coronary artery bypass graft were not included in the study. Patients taking amiodarone, lithium, or iodine-containing drugs and giving a history of thyroid disorder, renal disorder, or liver cirrhosis were excluded from the study. Blood glucose and thyroid hormones were estimated as per standard procedure.

Results:

Fasting plasma glucose, hemoglobin A1C, serum total cholesterol, very-low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, free triiodothyronine levels, and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol were found to be significantly higher and lower, respectively, among cases.

Conclusion:

Sick euthyroid syndrome with low T3 has been reported as an important marker for the severity of CAD and has been reported to predict mortality in cardiac care unit (CCU) patients. Inclusion of thyroid profile during assessment of risk factors of CAD may be recommended.
Map of the Professional Educational Space of Russian Librarians: Formation and Development
Authors: Guseva Eugenia N. , Sukhotina Milena L. , Shatskaya Alla A.
Published: December 2024

By the decision of the Interdepartmental Council for the Development of Librarianship of the Russian Federation under the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation in 2022 the Russian State Library (RSL) was instructed to start work on the formation of registers of educational programmes of higher education and additional professional education for library specialists in a dedicated section of the portal of the federal state information system “National Electronic Library”.

At the beginning of 2024, the RSL conducted a pilot study to obtain information on secondary vocational education (SVE) programmes offered to librarians. A register of information on SVE programmes has not yet been created. As of June 2024, 41 educational institutions of secondary vocational education (colleges) implement 106 library programmes.

The Register of the current main educational programmes of higher education implemented in the field of “Library and Information Activities” includes information on 75 educational programmes of higher education (bachelor’s and master’s degrees) of higher educational institutions in 34 subjects of the Russian Federation, including two new subjects of the Russian Federation — Donetsk People’s Republic and Lugansk People’s Republic (as of April 2024).

In the Register of existing educational programmes of professional development and professional retraining for library specialists there are 278 programmes (32 professional retraining programmes and 246 professional development programmes), which are implemented in 35 subjects of the Russian Federation by almost 50 institutions of various types (as of April 2024).

The needs of public libraries of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation in library specialists with higher profile education account for more than half of the total needs in library specialists.

Let us analyze the data obtained as a result of the All-Russian monitoring of staffing needs in the library sphere conducted by the RSL. The needs for professionals with secondary vocational education account for one third. Almost all subjects of the Russian Federation — participants of the monitoring also indicated the need for library specialists with secondary or higher non-core education and core additional education. At the same time, it was revealed that higher profile education is preferable for library staff.

The data presented in the article, considered in the aggregate, allow assessing the state of the educational space of Russian librarians, as well as identifying the problems of training specialists for the library and information sphere.
Preservation and Promotion of Periodicals in the National Library of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)
Authors: Gorokhov Pyotr P.
Published: December 2024

In the context of the national cultural heritage the author considers the urgent problem of preservation of library collections on the example of the National Library of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) (NL RS (Ya)). The author emphasizes the key role of the library in working with periodicals of Yakutia as part of the documentary heritage of the peoples of Russia. Periodicals of Yakutia are an important component of the national and local history collection of the NL RS (Ya). From the standpoint of source study, periodicals are valuable historical, cultural and book studies material. At the same time, newspapers and magazines, especially the retrospective part of periodicals, are subject to the most severe physical deterioration. At present, the library is carrying out a whole range of works aimed at saving the collection of periodicals in Yakutia.

The NL RS (Ya) won the All-Russian open competition of the Russian State Library among the libraries of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation for the establishment of the Regional Conservation and Restoration Centre. The Regional Centre of Conservation and Restoration was opened in Yakutsk on 10 October 2024.

The article presents in detail the projects “Give new life to Yakutia’s newspapers” and “Bibliography of the content of local history periodicals of Yakutia” implemented by the library. Special attention is paid to the library’s work on creating conditions for full and open access for readers to the entire collection of periodicals of Yakutia. Examples of using modern technologies in the library environment are given. Digitalization and introduction of artificial intelligence will make the work on preservation and promotion of the cultural heritage of the region more effective. The initiatives undertaken by the NL RS (Ya) may be useful for other libraries in Russia.
Konservasi Pantai Tirang Semarang melalui Penanaman Bakau dan Cemara Laut Internalisasi Qur'ani Ayat-Ayat Ekologi
Authors: Alfirdaus Rasya' , Qothrunnada AS Aliyya , Nurul Latifah Rahma , Khasanah Maulida , Firmananda M. Fikri , Suryo Wicaksono M. Abdullah , Mutma'inah Mutma'inah
Published: December 2024

Pantai Tirang, Semarang, menghadapi krisis ekologi berupa abrasi parah dengan laju 17,14 m/tahun, yang mengancam keberlanjutan ekosistem pesisir. Penelitian ini bertujuan merehabilitasi kawasan Pantai Tirang melalui penanaman mangrove dan cemara laut sebagai bentuk implementasi nilai-nilai Qur'ani dalam konservasi lingkungan. Metode yang digunakan meliputi observasi, wawancara, dan penanaman langsung di lapangan. Kegiatan ini melibatkan mahasiswa Ilmu Al-Qur'an dan Tafsir UIN Walisongo Semarang, Dinas Lingkungan Hidup Kota Semarang, dan komunitas Semarang Mangrove. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penanaman 18 bibit mangrove dan 10 bibit cemara laut berhasil memberikan dampak positif secara ekologis, seperti mencegah abrasi, melindungi keanekaragaman hayati, serta mendukung keberlanjutan ekosistem pesisir. Secara sosial, kegiatan ini meningkatkan kesadaran ekologis masyarakat dan mahasiswa sebagai bagian dari tanggung jawab manusia sebagai khalifah fi al-Ard. Temuan ini menegaskan pentingnya pendekatan berbasis nilai-nilai Qur'ani untuk mengatasi masalah lingkungan dan menciptakan paradigma kesadaran ekologis berkelanjutan. Kesimpulan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa konservasi berbasis Qur'ani memiliki potensi besar dalam menangani krisis lingkungan. Namun, keberlanjutan program memerlukan monitoring jangka panjang dan peningkatan keterlibatan masyarakat lokal. Penelitian ini menjadi contoh konkret bagaimana ajaran Islam dapat diterapkan untuk solusi ekologis yang mendukung tujuan syariat (maqashid syariah).