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Exploring vestibuloplasty techniques- An insight from 3 cases
Authors: Reghunath Shruthi , Jayasree Aswathy , Joy Bilha , Ramesh Roshni , Nafeesa Raseena Beevi , Mathamkuth Abdurasheed Edakkot
Published: September 2024

Vestibuloplasty is a surgical procedure aimed at increasing the depth of the oral vestibule by adjusting soft tissue attachments, facilitating improved oral hygiene. A sufficient vestibular depth is essential to prevent food accumulation and support effective oral hygiene practices. Various techniques can be used to achieve this, including submucosal vestibuloplasty, secondary epithelial vestibuloplasty, and soft tissue graft vestibuloplasty.

: This report compares three different vestibuloplasty techniques: the conventional Clark's technique, a modified open submucosal vestibuloplasty, and laser-assisted vestibuloplasty. The primary endpoints for comparison were pain perception on days 1, 3, and 7, and clinical outcomes assessed after 1 week and 21 days.

: The results indicated that the traditional Clark's technique resulted in the greatest increase in vestibular depth among the three methods. Pain levels reported by patients were comparable across all techniques. The laser-assisted technique offered advantages such as precision, hemostasis, and the absence of sutures.

Our findings indicates that the traditional Clark's technique provides the most significant increase in vestibular depth, with all three techniques exhibiting similar pain levels. The laser-assisted approach offers distinct benefits like hemostasis and no requirement for sutures, whereas the modified open submucosal vestibuloplasty is straightforward and time-efficient, yielding outcomes comparable to the Clark's technique. Each technique for vestibuloplasty presents a unique set of advantages and disadvantages and the choice of technique depends on individual patient needs, surgical goals, and available resources.
Major recurrent aphthous ulcers treated with 5% amlexanox oral paste and rebamipide tablets- A case report with a brief literature review
Authors: Hasan Shamimul , Umar Ahmad
Published: September 2024

Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is the most prevalent ulcerative condition of the oral mucosa, frequently affecting otherwise healthy individuals. It appears as painful ulcers on the soft tissues of the mouth, especially on the buccal mucosa, labial mucosa, and tongue. RAS is categorized into minor, major, and herpetiform ulcers, depending on ulcer size, distribution, and the healing process. A detailed medical history and systemic evaluation can assist the physician in determining whether the condition is idiopathic or related to an underlying systemic ailment. disorder. The unclear etiology of aphthous ulcers has led to treatment approaches that are mostly empirical. Treatment options for oral aphthous ulcers encompass antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, immune modulators, anesthetics, and alternative remedies (such as herbal treatments). Managing RAS can be quite challenging, and there is currently no standardized or well-defined therapeutic regimen for it. While topical therapy is usually sufficient for most cases, systemic therapy may be used for patients with major RAS or those who suffer from numerous minor lesions.

This paper deals with a case of major RAS in a 23-year-old male who was unresponsive to both topical and systemic steroid treatments. The patient showed notable improvement within a week of initiating therapy with 5% Amlexanox paste and rebamipide tablets, and no recurrences were observed during the 6-month follow-up
Gum grief: Unprecedented fenestration post microneedling procedure for gingival depigmentation – A case report
Authors: Sinha Richa , Debnath Debjyoti , Vijayapremakumar Vandana Kangowkar , Prakash Shobha
Published: September 2024

: A harmonious appearance of the teeth and gingiva, including the colour of the gingiva, is crucial in smile aesthetics. There are various treatment options for gingival hyperpigmentation, with surgical intervention being the gold standard procedure.

This study aims to explore microneedling procedure as a minimally invasive, painless and comfortable treatment option and highlights the shortcomings of the established protocol for the procedure through a case report where the patient develops a fenestration defect post microneedling procedure.

: A healthy 24-year old male patient had a gingival pigmentation score of 1 according to the Dummett oral pigmentation index (DOPI), 1964, in the mandibular anterior region. Microneedling technique was performed in the mandibular anterior region using a Dermapen under local anaesthesia until mild micro bleeding points were clearly visible in the area.

: The patient was re-evaluated at regular intervals where he demonstrated noticeable improvement in the pigmentation score but the patient had developed fenestration and gingival recession post the microneedling procedure.

: Microneedling using dermapen is a simple, minimally invasive and effective treatment option for gingival hyperpigmentation. However, there is a need to revise the standard protocol for microneedling procedure when used intraorally along with a need of a design better suited for intraoral usage.
Uterine carcinosarcoma with heterologous chondrosarcomatous differentiation and bone formation – A rare case report
Authors: Selvi Subramanian Kalaivani , Ahmed Thoufic , Muthaiyah Meera , Kannan Subashree , A.P Jonathan Arnold
Published: September 2024

Uterine carcinosarcomas are rare tumors that make up fewer than 5% of all uterine malignancies. These tumours are dedifferentiated carcinomas that originate from a single malignant clone and contain both carcinomatous (Epithelial) and sarcomatous (Mesenchymal) features, which were formerly known as malignant mixed Müllerian tumours (MMMT). We present here a case of 77 years old female patient with a polypoidal endometrial neoplasm. The patient underwent Extra-fascial Hysterectomy with Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. On histopathological examination it showed features of carcinosarcoma with tumor cells composed predominantly of sheets of dyscohesive tumor cells, focally exhibiting severe pleomorphism with bizarre nuclei, areas of myxoid change with chondrosarcomatous differentiation and heterologous bone formation with focal areas showing serous carcinoma. The patient develop malignant pleural effusion and succumbed to the disease on follow up. This case report reiterates the poor prognosis associated with the disease and highlights the importance of extensive sampling in case of polypoidal tumors to prevent misdiagnosis especially when the tumor is mesenchymal predominant which can help to start early treatment.
Primordial odontogenic tumor- rare and novel entity: A case report
Authors: Roy Birsubhra , Kumar Anshuman , Rawat Garima
Published: September 2024

The primordial odontogenic tumor (POT) is a recently described benign entity with histopathological and immunohistochemical features suggesting its origin during early odontogenesis that has been included in the World Health Organization classification 2017. Only 27 cases that conform to the clinico-pathologic criteria for diagnosis have been reported worldwide. We report an case of POT in a 9-year-old child patient who presented with diffuse swelling in pre-auricular region. Large expansile osteoytic lesion involving inverted 47 causing erosion of superior margin with persistent expansion of buccal and lingual cortical plate was observed radiographically. Along with the present case, we also present here a summary of the cases reported till date and the review of literature.
Giant cell rich variant of extraskeletal osteosarcoma: A rare case report
Authors: A T Sebina Asmi , Jayalakshmy P S , Shaheeda Aysha
Published: September 2024

Extraskeletal osteosarcoma (ESOS) is an aggressive malignant tumour, producing neoplastic osteoid without attachment to the bone or periosteum. It can occur anywhere in the body including soft tissue, mesentery and retroperitoneum. It accounts for less than 1% of all soft tissue sarcomas. Subcutaneous ESOS and Giant cell rich subtype has an extremely rare incidence. Here we present the case of a 40 years old woman who presented with giant cell rich variant of extraskeletal osteosarcoma located in the subcutaneous plane of left thigh.
Malignant phyllodes tumour with osteosarcomatous and liposarcomatous elements – A rare entity
Authors: Nair Gayathri G , Safar Sherin , Cherukattil Ayisha Shaheeda , P S Jayalakshmi
Published: September 2024

We present a case of a 64-year postmenopausal woman who presented with right breast lump of 6 months duration which was increasing in size. She is a known case of multiple myeloma for which she is on chemotherapy. Wide local excision revealed malignant phyllodes tumour with osteosarcomatous and liposarcomatous components which were confirmed with SATB2 and MDM2 positivity. Here we are emphasizing the importance of recognising this entity because of the poor prognosis.
Mucormycosis complicating bullous pemphigoid: A rare case report
Authors: Ahmed Saqib , Thakur Brijesh , Ansari Mehtab , Chaudhary Kritika
Published: September 2024

Bullous pemphigoid is an autoimmune subepidermal blistering condition of the skin and mucous membranes primarily affecting the elderly and characterised by diffuse eczematous, pruritic, urticaria-like lesions with the later emergence of tense bullae or blistering lesions filled with clear fluid. These are diagnosed by clinical, histologic, and immunologic criteria and are often treated with corticosteroids which are known to have secondary infections, however, the occurrence of mucormycosis is infrequent. A 76-year-old female presented with a complaint of painful red and itchy fluid-filled lesions which were gradually progressive. She was diagnosed as a bullous pemphigoid and was treated with corticosteroids, antibiotics and topical ointments. Post Treatment a necrotic skin patch was noted on the right scapular region which was excised and showed multiple scattered broad non-branched aseptate fungal hyphae on microscopic examination which on PAS and GMS stain confirmed mucormycosis. Though the incidence of secondary infections is sometimes seen in a corticosteroids-treated patient of bullous pemphigoid, however, rare differentials like mucormycosis should be considered for a timely diagnosis and immediate treatment to prevent mortality and morbidity.
Xantho-granulomatous prostatitis: An incidental finding on TURP
Authors: Kishore Manjari , Fatma Sarwat , Jha Nishi , Shah Saba Hassan , Choudhary Ritu Priya
Published: September 2024

Xanthogranulomatous lesions are common in gall bladder & kidney. The presence of xanthomatous inflammation in prostate is a rare finding which can be incidentally noted on evaluation of prostatic biopsies in patients presenting with prostatic enlargement & varied urinary symptoms. We report a case of xanthogranulomatous prostatitis on transurethral resection specimen in a 56-year-old male patient who came to hospital with complaints of urinary retention and burning micturition. Biopsy along with immunohistochemistry confirmed the diagnosis of benign prostatic hyperplasia with xanthogranulomatous inflammation.
Acute myeloid leukemia with rare cytogenetic abnormalities
Authors: Lingappa Kavitha , Selvaraj Sivaranjani , R Subhan Ali
Published: September 2024

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a clonal hematologic disorder frequently linked to genetic alterations, accounting for approximately 31% of adult leukemia cases. Recent updates in the World Health Organization (WHO) and International Consensus Classification (ICC) have redefined AML into categories based on genetic abnormalities, emphasizing the role of cytogenetics in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. Cytogenetic and molecular analyses are increasingly supplementing conventional morphology and immunophenotype assessments.

In AML, cytogenetic abnormalities are categorized into favorable, intermediate, and adverse risk groups. While common cytogenetic markers have been extensively studied, rare cytogenetic abnormalities in AML remain less understood, often posing challenges in prognostic evaluation and treatment strategies. This study presents a case series of seven AML patients, each exhibiting rare cytogenetic abnormalities that are not well-defined in the WHO's 5th edition classification of hematopoietic and lymphoid tissues.

We retrospectively analyzed these cases, where AML diagnosis was confirmed through morphology, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and molecular studies. Cytogenetic investigations included G-banding and fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH). The molecular studies performed as part of the AML multigene panel revealed notable genetic variations, including rare translocations and polysomies.

This study highlights the significance of cytogenetic analysis in identifying rare abnormalities, which can influence risk stratification and treatment decisions. However, due to the limited literature and understanding of these rare cytogenetic events, more research is essential for optimizing patient outcomes.
ASPECTOS ÉTICOS PRESENTES NO CONTEXTO DA FISIOTERAPIA HOSPITALAR: REVISÃO DE ESCOPO
Authors: Rocha Nascimento Luana , Victória Alves Maria Fernanda , De Andrade Thiago , Lopes de Oliveira Nuno Miguel
Published: September 2024

A bioética é a parte da ética que enfoca as questões referentes à vida humana, consequentemente atuando também sobre morte. Além disso, a bioética possui como objeto de estudo não somente os seres humanos, mas também o ambiente. A presente revisão objetivou sintetizar pesquisas existentes e implementar seus resultados na prática com base no conhecimento científico sobre os conceitos de ética e bioética no contexto da fisioterapia. A busca dos artigos foi realizada em novembro de 2023 onde foram utilizados descritores e correlatos encontrados no Medical Subject Heading (MeSH) e descritores em Ciências da Saúde (DeCS): EthicsClinical, Ethics Professional, Bioethics e Hospital Physiotherapy Department combinados entre si mediante operadores booleanos “AND” e “OR”, por meio de busca eletrônica nas bases de dados MedLine via PubMed, Literatura Latino- Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS), Excerpta Medica dataBASE (EMBASE), Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) e Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), limitada aos últimos 5 anos. Foram excluídos estudos que não abordaram a questão de pesquisa, artigos incompletos, resumos, artigos de revisão, opinião de especialistas, editoriais, livros, trabalhos acadêmicos, dissertações, teses, anais de eventos científicos, artigos não disponíveis online e estudos realizados em animais. De 957, apenas  2 foram elegíveis, sendo 137 duplicatas e 818 inelegíveis. Este estudo concluiu que são notórias as deficiências dos profissionais de saúde quanto aos conhecimentos de ética e bioética da fisioterapia hospitalar.
IMPACTO DA CIRROSE HEPÁTICA NA FUNÇÃO PULMONAR, CAPACIDADE FÍSICA E FORÇA MUSCULAR: ESTUDO TRANSVERSAL
Authors: Ferreira Fratoni Debora Kellen , Albanaz da Conceição Thais Martins , De Mello Carolina Luana , Peruzzolo Catherine Corrêa , Dal Pont Tarsila , Souza Francisco Davi , Nunes Lúcio Mariana , Sonza Anelise , Ferrazeane Elaine Paulin
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: Avaliar a capacidade pulmonar, funcional e muscular de pacientes com cirrose hepática (CH) quando comparado com indivíduos saudáveis. Métodos: Estudo observacional transversal realizado em pacientes com CH. A amostra foi de 40 indivíduos, sendo 22 pacientes com CH (Grupo Cirrose Hepática - GCH), 81,82% Child-Pugh B, sendo a maioria do sexo masculino (n=14) com idade média de 59,86±8,13 e 18 indivíduos controles (Grupo Controle - GC) pareados com o GCH. Foram registrados os dados da prova de função pulmonar por meio de espirometria, força muscular periférica isométrica de extensão da articulação do joelho por um dinamômetro isocinético poliarticular, capacidade de exercício pelo Teste da Caminhada de 6 Minutos (TC6) e oxigenação muscular periférica por meio da espectroscopia no infravermelho próximo. Resultados: Os valores do GCH foram menores quanto ao volume expiratório forçado no primeiro segundo quando comparada ao predito (80,69±14,67 vs. 95,59±12,20% do predito, p<0,01), força muscular periférica direita (117,55±44,00 vs.148,86±47,54Nm, p=0,02), distância percorrida no teste de caminhada de seis minutos (TC6) (416,91±111,65 vs. 576,82±72,22m, p<0,01) e índice de saturação tecidual (IST) antes e após o TC6 respectivamente (64,27±12,31 vs.76,36±8,02%, p<0,01) e (65,08±14,46 vs. 78,46±9,05%, p<0,01) quando comparado ao GC. Houve correlação moderada no GCH, entre a distância percorrida no TC6 e a força muscular periférica direita (rho=0,46; p=0,03) e esquerda (rho=0,53; p=0,01). Conclusão: Os pacientes com CH apresentam alterações na capacidade de exercício, no IST e na força muscular periférica e esta redução interfere na capacidade de exercício dessa população.
As fronteiras entre a filosofia da história e a teoria da história: alguns apontamentos
Authors: Marques de Pinho Alan , Bechtlufft Bade Luiz Henrique
Published: September 2024

As filosofias da história e as teorias da história são campos distintos que, de certa forma, relacionam-se entre si. Tais ramos ocupam-se do mesmo objeto divergindo nos seus objetivos. Desta forma,o presente artigo tem como objetivo analisar os pressupostos epistemológicos das filosofias e das teorias da história, suas especificidades e os possíveis diálogos entre tais campos. Metodologicamente, faz-se uso de um levantamento historiográfico por meio da análise das obras de autores como Lowith (2007), Julião (2010) e Little (2016) especificamente sobre filosofia da história e utilizando-se da contribuição de Barros (2012) ao descrever o surgimento do conceito de teoria da história e no que diz respeito ao diálogo efetivo entre os dois campos — além da análise de outras literaturas da mesma natureza. Para elucidar tais questões, perpassa-se em princípio pelo advento das filosofias da história e a consequente pretensão à cientificidade do século XIX representada na consolidação da teoria da história como um campo próprio dentro da disciplina História, evidenciando o caráter metodológico da teoria frente a especulação da filosofia. Desta maneira, tal pesquisa busca fornecer elementos para a discussão sobre as ingerências de um campo no outro e suas dissonâncias intrínsecas à sua própria definição. Neste sentido, busca-se, por fim, delimitar os espaços de cada campo, seus objetivos e hipóteses, evidenciando suas aproximações dentro do próprio processo de consolidação epistemológica de cada área e uma breve exposição dessa relação no século XX.
Central Composite and Factorial Design of Experiments for Textile Dye Removal from Solution by Pumice, KOH-Pumice, HCl-Pumice, Kaolinite, KOH-Kaolinite, HCl-Kaolinite Clays
Authors: Korkmaz Mustafa
Published: September 2024

The pollution of surface waters by the textile dye-containing wastewaters causes to an increasing concern throughout the world. Methyl violet is a toxic, mutagenic and harmful textile dye against humans. Clays are cheap and vast adsorbents in the nature. Methyl violet dye removal from solution was studied by raw pumice and raw kaolinite using the central composite experimental design method. Firstly, raw kaolinite and raw pumice were tested for the dye adsorption and then capacities of raw kaolinite and raw pumice were aimed to increase by KOH and HCl modification. The experimental parameters studied for the central composite design were initial pHs (2-10), adsorbent amounts (0.2-1 g/50 mL) and initial concentrations (100-500 mg/L). In central composite experimental design of raw kaolinite and raw pumice, the all parameters were found as statistically unimportant for kaolinite and pH, pH-pH, concentration-concentration parameters were found statistically important and other parameters were unimportant for raw pumice. Maximum capacities for raw pumice and raw kaolinite were calculated as 7.15 and 18.31 mg/g, respectively. The dye removal of KOH-pumice and KOH-kaolinite were not high from raw pumice and raw kaolinite. HCl modified kaolinite and pumice were ineffective for dye removal. Kinetics of dye removal by raw kaolinite fitted to the pseudo second order model. pHpzc values of raw pumice and raw kaolinite were found as 6, respectively. Dye removal was obtained as 90% for 50 mg/L dye concentration by kaolinite. Raw kaolinite was determined as the most effective adsorbent for dye concentrations especially below 100 mg/L.
Propolis: as an Additive in Bacterial Cellulose Production
Authors: Avcioglu Nermin Hande
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the effect of propolis supplementation on bacterial cellulose (BC) production efficiency with Komagataeibacter species. Compared to production in Hestrin-Schramm medium, the addition of propolis increased BC production with K. intermedius, K. maltaceti, and K. nataicola by 1.31-fold, 2.09-fold, and 1.43-fold, and optimal propolis concentration were determined to be 25%, 20%, and 30%, yielding 7.15 g/L BC, 5.4 g/L BC, and 4.15 g/L BC, respectively. K. intermedius - K. maltaceti consortia, increased production by 1.57-fold compared to K. intermedius and 2.07-fold compared to K. maltaceti monocultures. Increasing the volume of the cultivation vessel also increased BC production by 1.08-1.59-fold. Agitation induced production efficiency by 1.01-1.18-fold; however, obtained BC exhibited irregular shapes. BC obtained from K. maltaceti exhibited the highest Water Holding Capacity (WHC) and Moisture Content Retention (MCR) as 97.63% and 33.22 g/g. Characteristic BC bands and nanofibrillar structure of BC were observed with Focused Ion Beam Scanning Electron Microscopy (FIB-SEM) and Fouirer Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer.
The Effect of Contrast Material in Three Dimensional Conformal and Helical Treatment Plans in Rectal Radiotherapy
Authors: Demir Hikmettin , Kanyılmaz Gül , Gül Osman Vefa
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study to investigate the impact of contrast agent used for imaging purposes in the treatment of neoadjuvant rectal cancer patients. In rectal radiotherapy, contrast agent is used during the treatment simulation but the patient treated without contrast. In our study, we will examine whether CTs taken with contrast agent are sufficient for clinical application. A total of eighteen patients who had undergone neoadjuvant treatment with rectal cancer randomly selected. Two different CT scans were performed for each patient. The contours were delineated on a non-contrast CT images with the help of image fusion with contrast CT images. Then, the contours drawn on the non-contrast CT were copied to the contrast-enhanced CT with the help of fusion to be used in contrast CT plans for our retrospective study. Subsequently, all plans were generated in Eclipse TPS and Accuray Precision TPS. Finally the plans with contrast agent and non-constrat agent were compared. 3DCRT plans were compared for contrast and non-contrast images, no significant differences were observed in either the PTV or the maximum and mean values of critical organs. It was observed that the average post-contrast doses increased significantly for small bowel only in helical therapy (p = 0.019). As a result, no significant difference was observed in terms of PTV and critical organs in the comparison of 3DCRT plans. In the comparison of helical plans, there was only a significant difference in the bladder. Based on these results, we suggest that planning can be done with a single contrast CT for 3DCRT treatments, both to avoid further discomfort for the patient and to prevent additional tomography doses. On the other hand, for helical therapy, we believe that it can be clinically evaluated whether the treatment will be performed with contrast CT depending on the patient's condition.
Synthesis and Catalytic Properties of Palladium Complex with Histamine Scaffold
Authors: Çakır Sinem , Türkmen Hayati
Published: September 2024

In catalytic transformations, electronic s-donor properties are signifcantly affected by the presence of the heterocyclic skeleton Among heterocyclic skeletons, imidazole is among the most preferred in catalyst chemistry. In addition, the application of palladium complexes in sp2-sp2 carbon-carbon bond formation reactions has been successful. For this purpose, in the study, palladium complex carrying histamine moiety was systematically prepared to catalyze the Suzuki-Miyaura cross coupling reaction of bromobenzene with arylboronic acids to form biaryls in the presence of NaOH as base. All synthesized compound and palladium complex were fully characterized by Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) and 1H- and 13C-NMR spectroscopies. As a result of the investigation of the optimum conditions for the Suzuki-Miyaura cross coupling reaction, was determined that it was 30 minute, 82°C, NaOH as the base, and IPA-H2O as the solvent. The presence of the bulky ditertbutyldicarbonate group, which is connected via the N atoms of the histamine skeleton in the structure, and the binding of Pd metal were determined by blanck test experiments to show that it affects the catalytic activity. As a result of the catalytic experiments, it was determined that the synthesized palladium complex was moderately effective in the Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reaction.
Triphenylamine-Based Solid-State Emissive Fluorene Derivative with Aggregation-Induced Emission Enhancement Characteristics
Authors: Çetindere Seda , Erdoğan Musa
Published: September 2024

Aggregation-induced emission (AIE) has garnered considerable attention in recent years. Understanding the mechanisms underlying AIE phenomena is crucial. Here, we present the design and synthesis of a novel fluorene derivative (4) based on triphenylamine, which exhibits typical AIE properties. The structure of it was totally characterized using FT-IR, MALDI-TOF mass analysis, elemental analysis, 1H, and 13C NMR spectroscopy. It displayed strong solid-state emission with diverse fluorescence characteristics. The AIE property of the compound was systematically studied using photoluminescence spectroscopy, revealing a distinct yellow light-emitting phenomenon. The solid-state luminescence showed a red shift of 148 nm compared to its luminescence in dilute dimethylformamide (DMF) solutions. Moreover, photophysical characteristics, including absorption and emission spectra, as well as fluorescence lifetime, were examined using UV–vis absorption and fluorescence emission spectroscopy. Compound (4) exhibited superior photosensitization abilities in both solid and solution states, with a notably enhanced effect observed in the solid state compared to the solution state.
The influences of teachers’ intercultural competence on teaching performance and international student engagement: The mediating role of teachers’ transformational leadership
Authors: Guo Linzhi , Laokulrach Marisa
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study is to investigate the formational mechanism of how teacher intercultural competence affects teaching performance and international student engagement. A quantitative survey was designed to collect and analyze data from 400 international undergraduate students in China and Thailand. The partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) as a technical approach was employed to analyze the relationships of the variables between conceptual constructions. The results from the PLS-SEM found that the direct contributions of teacher intercultural competence to teaching performance and international student engagement are insignificant. However, the direct influence of intercultural competence on transformational leadership is positive and significant. Moreover, the findings indicate that teachers’ transformational leadership plays a positive and significant role in mediating the effects of intercultural competence on teaching performance and international student engagement. The findings have practical implications for educational policymakers or university administrators in the field of teacher education and professional development. To improve the outcomes of higher education, teacher intercultural competence is suggested as a crucial part of teacher education and professional development. More inclusive and effective academic settings can be promoted by the development of teachers’ intercultural competence.
Phenomenological Studies: Exploring Someone's Reasons for Doing Ghosting
Authors: Rizka Widianti  , R. Nafa Estrada Agil Hasani  , Latipun
Published: September 2024

This study examines the reasons why someone ghosts, which is the act of ending a relationship suddenly without explanation and withdrawing from all communication. In the era of social media, ghosting has emerged (trending) as a contemporary term for a phenomenon in the real or virtual world that is increasingly growing and believed by the wider community. Although ghosting generally occurs in romantic relationships, it also occurs in other forms of relationships, such as friendship, work, business, and group assignments. Someone who ghosts will suddenly stop communicating without explanation. At the same time, the victim feels a loss of communication for no apparent reason, resulting in different consequences for both parties involved. This study used a qualitative research method and found that there are several reasons why someone ghosts, namely avoiding attachment, relationship incompatibility, avoiding conflict, and relationship dissatisfaction. These findings can provide a better understanding of the ghosting phenomenon and help people understand the reasons behind this behavior.
Sustainable Urban Housing Development in Pakistan Through Planning Mechanism: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Akram Nabel , Chen Wen , Tariq Komal , Zhaosheng Li , Linjun Hou
Published: September 2024

The issue of sustainable housing is significant in Pakistan’s cities due to population growth, scarcity of materials, and poor urban planning. This paper aims to explore the challenges of affordable sustainable housing and suggest solutions. Some of the challenges are an increase in informal settlements, environmental impacts from unplanned development, and social vices from poor housing delivery. The main conclusions of the study point to the importance of sound urban management and adaptive planning systems. The paper supports policies on affordable housing through subsidies, microfinance, and PPPs, with a focus on community involvement in planning. Eradicating bureaucracy and corruption is essential for policy enforcement. The study therefore suggests the need to consider the economic, environmental, and social factors to create sustainable urban shelter in Pakistan with the view of enhancing the quality of urban life and sustainability for generations to come. This nine-point strategy is in response to the challenges of rapid urbanization and is for sustainable urbanization.
Dijital Ortamda Kültürel İnşa: “Pir Yolu” Forum Üzerine Etnografik Bir İnceleme
Authors: Demir Gülden
Published: September 2024

Çok hızlı dönüşümlerin yaşandığı dijital çağda kültürel dinamiklerin nasıl evrildiği ve modern toplumların dijitalleşme süreçlerinde değişen kültürel ve sosyal dinamikleri nasıl deneyimlediği son yıllarda araştırmacıların ilgisini çeken konular arasında yer almaktadır. Nitel paradigmadan hareketle tasarlanan “Dijital ortamda kültürel inşa süreci nasıl gerçekleşmektedir ve etkileşimlerin bu sürece etkisi nedir?” temel araştırma sorusu ile dijital ortamdaki etkileşimlere odaklanılmıştır. Bu çalışma, dijital ortamlarda kişilerarası iletişim süreçlerinin işleyişi, dijital ortamların taşıdığı kültürel unsurları, bu kültürün nasıl oluştuğunu veya inşa edildiğini, bireylerin bu ortamlara nasıl dahil olduklarını, bu dahil olma sürecinin ne kadar sürdüğünü anlama amacını taşımaktadır. Böylece fiziki ve dijital ortamlar arasındaki benzerlikleri ve farklılıkları anlamak da hedeflenmiştir.

Dijital ortamın kapsamlı bir şekilde anlaşılmasına katkı sağlamak amacıyla bu araştırmada hem nitel hem de nicel veri toplama imkânı sunan antropoloji temelli bir yöntem olan etnografi tercih edilmiş, özellikle de verinin dijital ortamlardan elde edilmesini sağlayan siber-etnografi kullanılmıştır. İki ay süresince katılımcı gözlem gerçekleştirilerek “Pir Yolu” başlıklı forum incelenmiş, forum kullanıcılarının kültürel etkileşimlerine odaklanılmıştır. Etnografın alan notlarından hareketle içeriklendirme süreci ile oluşturulan başlıklar, nitel veri analizi türlerinden biri olan betimsel analiz yöntemiyle çözümlenmiştir. Dijital ortam olarak forumun, kullanıcılar için Alevilik ile ilgili doğru bilgiye erişim ve paylaşım imkânı sunma, Alevilerin inançlarını ve kültürlerini yaşatma ve toplumda bu konu hakkındaki bilgi kirliliği ile mücadele etme amacını taşıyan bir platform olarak işlev gördüğü anlaşılmaktadır. Dijital ortamda kültürel inşa sürecine odaklanan bu çalışmanın, sanal toplulukların kültürel etkileşimlerini ve dinamiklerini anlamak konusunda katkı sağladığı düşünülmektedir.
İnsanat Bahçeleri Fenomeni Perspektifinden Sömürgeciliğin Mekânsal Yeniden İnşası
Authors: Tauscher Soner , Gündüz Rümeysa Betül
Published: September 2024

İnsanat bahçeleri, 18. yüzyılın sonlarından 20. yüzyılın başlarına kadar popülerliğini sürdüren bir halka açık sergi biçimi olarak dünya çapında ilgi görmüştür. Bu tür sergiler, genellikle denizaşırı sömürge bölgelerinden getirilen insanların sergilenmesi yoluyla "ötekileştirme" algısını güçlendirmiştir. Bu olgu, Batı'nın keşfettiği bölgelerdeki kültürel farklılıkları kendi toplumlarına sunma arzusuyla ilişkilidir. Avrupalılar, keşfettikleri topraklardan getirdikleri yerel halkları, kendi uygarlıklarının üstünlüğünü vurgulamak için ziyaretçilerin ilgisine sunmuştur. Bu insanat bahçelerinde, dünyanın dört bir yanından getirilen insanlar, bazen hayvanlarla birlikte, kafeslerde veya açık alanlarda sergilenmiştir. Başlangıçta "insan gösterileri" olarak meşrulaştırılan bu sergiler daha sonra insanat bahçeleri adını almıştır. Sömürgeci insanat bahçeleri dönemi 1950'lerde sona ermiş olsa da benzer uygulamalar ve güç ilişkileri modern 'etnik turizm' bağlamında hala devam etmektedir. Özellikle postkolonyal devletler, ekonomik bağımlılıkları nedeniyle sömürge topraklarını uluslararası turistler için arzu edilen 'turizm destinasyonları' ve 'turistik figürler' olarak tanıtarak yerli halkları birer gösteri nesnesi olarak kullanmaya devam etmektedir. Güneydoğu Asya'daki etnik köyler, bu tür uygulamaların bir örneğini oluşturmaktadır. Bu makalede, insanat bahçelerinin oluşum süreci, ortaya çıkışındaki motivasyonlar ve işleyişleri ele alınmaktadır. İnsanat bahçelerini analiz ederken, kökenlerinden itibaren sömürgecilik döneminden postkolonyal dönemdeki turizm anlayışına evriliş sürecine odaklanılmaktadır. Bu bağlamda, insanat bahçelerinin tarihsel evrimi, Avrupa’daki kültürel ve sosyal değişimlerin bir yansıması olarak değerlendirilmektedir.
Investigation of Working Memory Responses in Recreational Athletes Using Virtual Reality Assessment System
Authors: Cinar Goksen , Duru Adil Deniz
Published: September 2024

Aim: The current study was prepared to evaluate the relationship between a valid working memory task frequently used in cognitive psychology research and a more ecological working memory measurement tool designed for VR and their differences in terms of athlete performances.
Methods: N-Back (verbal and visual) and VR-ATC tasks were applied to 20 recreational and 20 sedentary individuals with consistent age and education levels. VR-ATC tasks include different tasks delivered on a total of 4 screens. The relationship between the results obtained from VRATC and N-Back scores was evaluated with the Spearman Correlation test, and the results of the athlete groups from these tests were evaluated with the Mann-Whitney U test. Statistical significance level was accepted as p
Spor Yaralanmalarından Korunma Yaklaşımları
Authors: Caner Zekiye Gizem , Kırandı Özlem
Published: September 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı spor yaralanmalarından korunma yaklaşımları ile ilgili geçmişten günümüze literatürde yer alan bilgilerinin derlenmesidir.
Yöntem: Bu çalışmada spor yaralanmalarının görülme sıklığı, spor yaralanmalarından koruyucu yaklaşımlar ve tarihçesi, spor yaralanmaları oluşturan iç ve dış risk faktörleri, sık görülen spor yaralanmalarının mekanizmaları ve spesifik sebepleri, yaralanma modellerine özel geliştirilen koruyucu egzersiz programları hakkındaki bilgilere 1984-2024 yılları arasındaki literatüre PubMed’de taranarak ulaşılmış ve sonuçları derlenmiştir.
Bulgular: Spor yaralanmalarından korunmaya özgü ilk kavramsal modeli Willem Van Mechelen geliştirmiştir. İleriki dönemlerde bu kavramsal model Bahr ve Holm tarafından genişletilerek spor yaralanmalarının çok etmenli sebepleri, yaralanma mekanizmalarının iç ve dış faktörlerle ilişkileri anlatılmıştır. Ayrıca her bir spor türüne özgü yaralanma paterni tanımlanmıştır. Ayak bileği sprainleri, akut diz yaralanmaları, hamstring strainleri, en sık görülen spor yaralanmalarındandır. Spesifik geliştirilen koruyucu yaklaşımlar ve koruyucu egzersiz programları yaralanma mekanizmalarına ve spor branşlarına özgü geliştirilmiştir. Tüm koruyucu programların ortak olarak dayandığı esaslar ise; propriyosepsiyon çalışmaları, core kuvveti, nöromusküler antrenman, kas hafızası, doğru teknik, tüm beden ve alt ekstremite pozisyonunun kontrolüdür.
Sonuç: Sporla ilgilenen klinisyenlerin önemli rolü fiziksel aktivitede ve spora bağlı yaralanmalarda risk faktörlerini minimuma indirmektir. Birçok farklı spor branşında sık görülen yaralanma mekanizmalarına özgü geliştirilen koruyucu yaklaşımlar ve egzersiz modelleri ile spor yaralanmalarını önemli ölçüde azaltmak mümkün olabilir.
ENGAGEMENT COMMUNICATION PROCESSES OF PENTAHELIX MODEL STAKEHOLDER WITHIN MAJESTIC BANYUWANGI TOURISM PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Authors: Rozaan Althofi , Prasetyo Bambang Dwi , Hussein Ananda Sabil
Published: September 2024

This research examines the engagement communication strategies of various Pentahelix model actors in the management of tourism destinations in the Majestic Banyuwangi program. A qualitative research method was employed, with interviews serving as the data collection technique. The study indicates that the five Pentahelix actors, consisting of the government, businesses, academics, communities, and the media, play crucial roles in building engagement communication strategies. The government regulates and facilitates, businesses act as adept negotiators, academics shape understanding of issues, communities serve as decision-making centers, and the media act as information disseminators. Engagement communication strategies based on the Pentahelix model can enhance community participation and strengthen inter-actor relationships. Cross-sector collaboration and community participation bolster the development of cultural tourism. With effective promotion and holistic communication strategies, Majestic Banyuwangi has the potential to become a globally competitive tourist destination, particularly in cultural tourism.
ACCULTURATION OF ISLAM AND LOCAL CULTURE IN THE TRADITION OF BUFFALO SACRIFICE IN BONDER VILLAGE, CENTRAL LOMBOK
Authors: Daniati Nia , Mas'ud Hadlun , Saliki Saliki , Zulhaiki Zulhaiki
Published: September 2024

The research explores what Islamic values can be learned in the selamatan tradition, and how the acculturation of Islam and local culture in Bonder Village, West Praya Sub-district, Central Lombok Regency. This research uses analytical descriptive qualitative research. Data collection techniques include interviews, observation, and documentation, data analysis includes reduction, presentation, conclusion drawing, and verification. The data validity test was carried out by triangulating the source and source techniques. The results of this study indicate that the purpose of this buffalo salvation tradition is so that the buffalo that is saved is not afflicted by supernatural diseases, and so that the buffalo is given safety to be able to breed safely. Implementation. This buffalo rescue ceremony has Islamic values that can be learned such as, the value of Tauhid, Ibadah, Akhlak, and Silaturrahmi. Islamic acculturation in this buffalo rescue tradition can be said to control each other, in other words, give and take, this can be seen when celebrating this tradition, Islamic values are always inserted in the local cultural system. This shows that Islam and local culture are able to guide people from what is not expected.
RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE OF BATUBARA REGENCY TO THE MUI BATUBARA FATWA ON THE PROHIBITION OF MARRIAGE BY WALI MUHAKKAM
Authors: Ibsah Mirdiana Putri , Sukiati  , Imam Yazid
Published: September 2024

In Indonesia regulations, namely the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI) that are recognized as guardians, there are only two, namely the guardian of the nasab and the guardian of the judge and there is no mention of the guardian of the muhakkam. However, the reality is that in the community it is known that there is a marriage by the wali muhakkam in Batubara district. Wali muhakkam is a person appointed by both prospective husband and wife to act as guardian in the marriage contract. The legalization is because there is an opinion of jurisprudence scholars who allow marriage by the wali muhakkam. This is where there is a gap between the regulations of the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI) and what happens in the coal community what should happen. From here, the problem arises that there are those who complain and demand rights in terms of the child's birth certificate and the inheritance rights that they should get, because from the beginning the bride and wife were not officially registered by the Marriage Registration Committee (PPN), so the problem became a dilemma for ordinary people who did not understand the pillars of marriage in Islam in its entirety. The purpose of this study is to find out the marriage by the muhakkam guardian  in Batubara district, as well as to find out the community's response to the MUI Batubara Fatwa regarding the prohibition of marriage by the muhakkam guardian. The research method used in this study uses the type of empirical or field juridical research and is descriptive analytical. In this case, the source of research information was obtained from the Muslim Community of Batubara district who carried out the appointment of muhakkam guardians. The results of this study show that the wali muhakkam is not valid as long as the wali nasab and wali hakim are still there.
MENTAL HEALTH PHENOMENA OF STUDENTS FROM BROKEN HOME FAMILIES IN MAN 2 MEDAN MODEL
Authors: Nabila Nabila , Zainun Zainun
Published: September 2024

The family is the first and main place of learning for children. However, not all families can be a comfortable learning place forchildren, especially broken home families. Broken home students are vulnerable to mental health problems and need to get the rightsupport. This research aims to determine the mental health condition of students who experience broken homes due to their parents' divorce. The method used in this research is a qualitative method with a descriptive qualitative approach. The data collectiontechniques used were observation, interviews and documentation. The research results showed that five MAN 2 Model Medanstudents accepted their parents' divorce, but it had an impact on the students' mental health conditions. This is indicated by changes in students' emotional, social and behavioral changes. Apart from that, there are also developments experienced bystudents which are supported by several external and internal factors.
ENHANCING SCHOOL REPUTATION THROUGH EFFECTIVE STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Authors: Chotimah Chusnul , Wulandari Maulina Pia , Nasution Zulkarnain
Published: September 2024

This research investigates the pivotal role of stakeholder engagement in shaping the reputation and sustainable growth of an Integrated Islamic Junior High School in Mojokerto. Both internal stakeholders, such as school leadership, teachers, and  administrative staff, along with external stakeholders, including parents and the parents' committee, significantly contribute to advancing the school’s educational, moral, and community objectives. The study aims to identify the roles of these stakeholders and propose a sustainable model for school growth that integrates Islamic values with modern educational practices. Using a qualitative approach, the research incorporates interviews, document analysis, and observations to analyze the dynamics between stakeholders. The findings reveal that internal stakeholders are key to fostering academic and moral development, while external stakeholders play an essential role in advocacy, community involvement, and providing feedback. This collaborative effort strengthens the school’s reputation and supports its mission. The research concludes that stakeholder engagement is essential for maintaining the school’s growth and focus on academic excellence and Islamic values. It recommends formalizing a stakeholder engagement strategy, establishing a code of ethics based on Islamic principles, and continuously adapting the curriculum to balance religious instruction with academic rigor for long-term
sustainability.
THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGICAL GROWTH ON SOCIAL CHANGE AMONG MOTHERS IN THE VILLAGE OF AEK HITETORAS DISTRICT MARBAU DISTRICT NORTH LABUHAN BATU
Authors: Pakpahan Nilam Sari , Akbar Ali
Published: September 2024

This journal was written to find out how social change among mothers in Aek Hitetoras Village, Marbau District, North Labuhanbatu Regency, is affected by technological advancements. The research used is qualitative with a descriptive approach and observation and interview data collection methods. In this study, data analysis includes data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusions. Mechanical improvements manily affect parts of life, so it frequently sets off rubbing among society, including among moms. People's lives and patterns of interaction are impacted in both positive and negative ways by the friction caused by technological advancements. The findings of the research lead us to the conclusion that technological advancements have both positive and negative effects on society.
Perceived usefulness of a machine learning-assisted recommendation system for generic competency development
Authors: Wong Simon , Wong Ka Lok , Lau Yui-Yip , Tsang Kia , Chan Ada
Published: September 2024

Generic competency development activities (GCDAs) help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, innovation, creativity, communication and social skills. This study evaluated students’ acceptance of a machine learning-assisted recommendation system (MARS) developed to recommend GCDAs for students in a higher education institution. This study adopted a quantitative approach to evaluate the higher education students’ perceived usefulness of MARS based on a new appropriate model derived from three widely used models related to technology adoption and leisure activities. In August 2023, the participants of orientation for freshmen were invited to complete an online questionnaire after they tried MARS. 351 valid responses were analyzed using multiple regression. The results revealed that the students positively perceive accepting MARS as a useful tool for choosing GCDAs and indicated the students’ perceptions were affected more by their programs of study, career development and personal interests than by social influence and facilitating conditions on their selection of GCDAs. These findings based on the new model provide implications for the implementation of education technology for generic competency development.