bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Structural changes induced by he-ne laser on the chick embryo ovary
Authors: ávila Rodolfo , Samar María Elena , Juri Hugo , Fabro Sofía , Cneturión Claudio , Sanchez Mazzafferro Rafael
Published: November 2024

The morpho-histochemical alterations that occur in the ehicken ovary at 7 days of incubation after irradiation with He-Ne laser of a petency of 5 mw and at a wavclength of 632.8 nm were studied. The embryos were irradiatcd for 5 minutes through a window opcned in the eggshc.11 and aseptically maintained in incuhator for 24 liours. The gonads were dissected uní and processed for the following techniques: H / E, PAS, Alcian blue and Toluidine bine. Controls: The ovaries were fornied by a germinative or superficial epithelium with germ and epithelial celis, and by primary sex cords cornpressed between them, although separated by a reducedstroma. The cords contained germ celis The surface coat of the germinative epitheliurn presented a thin iayer of PAS positive, alcianophilic at pH 25 and ortochromatic material. Basemen niembranes and intercorci extracellular substance were also PAS positive. Prohiems: Disorganization of the tissue structure was well manifest in irradiated gonads, accoinpanicd by negativization of the histochernical reactions. A Iymphocytary infiltration was als found, No structural alteratioris were observed in germ or epíhelial celis. It is concluded that laser radiations would act producing deerease of the muco- snbstances associated t) the plasma membrane and basement membrane. They would also provoke the appea. rance of an inflammatory mononucleai infiltration.
Diverticulitis perforada de colon: Diagnóstico y tratamiento. Nuestra experiencia
Authors: Jeremezuk Nelson , Viotti José , Acevedo José , Lódolo Aldo , Garibotti José
Published: November 2024

Six cases of perforated diverticulitis are presented that needed urgency surgerv. The objective is to consider our guides of diagnosi and treatment tú- vjrds this pathology and to justify Hartmann's operation as the technique of choice for these cases of generalisedperithonitis.
Perfil de la morfología espermática en pacientes normospérmicos y dispérmicos
Authors: Medina Basso Mónica , Fiol de Cuneo Marta , Ruíz Rubén , P de Fabro Sofía , Lacuara Jorge
Published: November 2024

La evaluation of spermatic niorphology is of importance due to its pronostie value in potential male fertilitv, both in natural and in assisted reproduction. In the present vork, the morphologic profi]e of sarnples of semen froni no¡ mal and dispertiiie patients vas determmccl, in order to establish a correlation hetween structurc' and function.
Samples were ohtainecl from male panriers of infertile couples vho attende aiidrologic consultation. The srnears verc stained hv time Papanicolaou tccbniqume, aoci the entena of the OMS and the reccnt muodification of Kruger ver foli owed to evali iatc spernatic morphologv. Of all the patients studied (n 46), 35 % wc're normospermics (A), 39 asthcnospermics, 7 o) oligospt'r-mies, 2 % terastospermics and 17 prcsented conibined alterations. Tlie average pc'rcentage of normal spermatozv \vas of 23.7 ± 1.23 jo the whole population. Whcn group A patients were coml)arecl whith astlienospermnics, ignificant. differences vere found in the perceiittge of sperrnatozoa with iniddl piccí» and tail altem-ations, in the las group (p < 002). Similar!y, whcn san'pIes a,cre analvsed according to th' prcsence of alterar iOflS: nono (A) , ene (B) tvo or more (C), it vas observed that time perc-eutage of normal forms dec'rcased in the groups in that orcicr ( A B < C): (A or B vs C p <0.05). The percentage of tapering spermatozoa Y%?¡-ts significantly higher in group C(p<0.OlvsAorB). Fm-orn the aboye results, it appears that 1) the larger number of functional a]tcm-aticnms is related to a higher percentagc of structural anonmalies. aud 2) the deficiciit motility in the asthenospermie group, is associateci to the midclIc picce and tail alterations.
FEATURES OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF PHONEMATIC PERCEPTION AND SENSORY SYSTEMS IN EARLY SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN WITH PHONETIC-PHONEMATIC SPEECH IMPAIRMENT
Authors:   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Sayko Khrystyna , Khomin Khrystyna ,   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Published: November 2024

This article aims to present the peculiarities of overcoming phonetic-phonemic speech underdevelopment in children, analyzing the causes and symptoms of such disorders, and exploring key theoretical aspects of providing speech therapy to children with these impairments. The proposed system of corrective work to address phonemic underdevelopment includes the following stages: an introductory phase (focused on preparing for speech and motor activities), a main phase (incorporating exercises designed to improve attention, coordination, speech-motor synchronization, muscle tone, rhythm, and fine motor skills, alongside activities like listening, singing, dancing, and games), and a final phase (dedicated to summarizing the results of the speech therapy session).

The results of correlation analysis are presented, demonstrating that improvements in cognitive development positively influence a child’s phonetic perception, voluntary regulation of activities, and overall independence and initiative. Compensatory and developmental education for children with severe speech disorders is built upon their understanding of the world, mastery of their environment, and social relationships. The primary focus is on communication, involving both verbal (phonetic, lexical, grammatical) and non-verbal (facial expressions, gestures, eye contact, symbolic actions) modes of interaction.
Iranian Jews or Jewish Iranians? Classical Persian Literature in Literary Repertoire of the Jews of Iran in the Post-Mongol Period
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University, Ashkenazi Roza
Published: November 2024

Jews have a long history of living in Iran. During their coexistence, they were strongly exposed to the Muslim influence of the Persians, which manifested itself not only in the emergence of Judeo-Persian literature in the ethnolect of classical Persian, but also in the production of Judeo-Persian manuscripts with texts of Muslim authors. Their peculiarity is that they are texts of Persian poetry, rewritten using not the Persian alphabet, usual for these works, but the Hebrew script. This article discusses what works of Persian literature were read by the Jews of Iran in the post-Mongol period, especially during the reign of the Safavid dynasty (1501–1722) and the Qajar dynasty (1794–1925). At the moment, we have no research on the place of Persian literature in the culture of Iranian Jews. The only attempt to systematize the available data is the work of the Danish researcher J. P. Asmussen “Classical New Persian Literature in Jewish-Persian Versions” (1968), but the author relied on a limited range of sources available to him at his time. In addition, the researcher did not draw conclusions about the significance of Persian literature for Jewish culture. This work will give a list of poets found by the author in the Judeo-Persian manuscripts, taking into account new data, and some conclusions on the topic why the Jews of Iran rewrote the texts of Persian literature in Hebrew letters.
Insights into upper lithosphere detachment and exhumation through numerical modelling
Authors: Papadomarkakis Dimitrios , Athanassas Constantin
Published: November 2024

The mechanisms underlying exhumation have been a topic of debate among researchers for many decades, prompting the development of numerous computational models aimed at elucidating the processes that initiate exhumation. However, a key gap in the literature lies in understanding how segments of the subducting lithospheric plate detach and subsequently exhumate after extended periods. Specifically, there has been limited investigation into whether material is stripped from the upper portion of the downgoing plate at relatively shallow depths, approximately 30 km, and, if so, whether these segments can eventually reach the Earth's surface. Furthermore, no existing model demonstrates that material can detach from the subducting plate as early as 15,000 years after the subduction is initiated. This study seeks to examine whether such a phenomenon occurs, using the subduction system of the Mediterranean Ridge as a case study. The process was simulated by extensively modifying an established thermomechanical visco-elasto-plastic code, named I2ELVIS, initially introduced by Gerya (2010). Lastly, macroscopic observations from the broader Hellenides region were employed to ascertain whether any such metamorphic rocks had indeed surfaced, thus confirming their exhumation. In conclusion, this research serves as a foundational investigation into a subject that warrants further exploration and detailed analysis in the future.
Detection of internal tendon breaks by fiber-optical measurements on concrete surfaces
Authors: Paul Aeneas , Sanio David , Mark Peter
Published: November 2024

Undetected internal tendon breaks pose a great risk for prestressed concrete structures. The failure of single tendons does not necessarily cause the formation of surface cracks. Hence, demolition and re-construction are often the consequence. This article presents an experimental method for detecting and localizing such damage using fiber-optic measurements. As a result of the loss of prestress and the re-anchoring of the tendon in the surrounding concrete, characteristic changes occur in the strain field on the concrete surface. These are detected using a two-dimensional grid of fiber-optic sensors.
Recent cannabis use is negatively associated with working memory and visual memory in youth
Authors: Callesen Mette Buhl , Thomsen Kristine Rømer , Pedersen Michael Mulbjerg , Kvamme Timo , Hesse Morten , Voon Valerie , Pedersen Mads Uffe
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Cannabis is the most popular illicit recreational drug among youth globally. Evidence suggests that long-term heavy use of cannabis is negatively associated with important cognitive functions related to executive functioning, attention, and working memory, learning, and memory. Previous findings link the early onset of cannabis use to more extensive cognitive alterations. However, significant inconsistencies exist across studies. Method: In this cross-sectional study, we examined associations between cannabis use and cognitive performance across a broad range of cognitive tests (including a new test of visuo-spatial abilities, The Ruff-Light Trail Learning Test) in a sample of 109 Danes aged 15-26 with varying risk of developing harmful cannabis use and varying levels of current use. Cannabis use was evaluated using the Cannabis Use Disorder Identification Test-Revised (CUDIT-R) and questions on recent use (past 30 days) and age of onset. Cognitive performance was assessed using subtests from WAIS-IV, WMS-III, and the Ruff-Light Trail Learning Test. Results: Findings show a negative association between recent cannabis use and specific cognitive functions of working memory and visual memory, while the CUDIT-R was not associated with cognitive functions. Conclusion: Our findings nuance previous findings by suggesting differences in vulnerability across cognitive domains, while providing the first evidence of a negative association between recent cannabis use and visual memory based on visuo-spatial functions without requiring visuo-constructive abilities (Ruff-Light Trail Learning Test). Furthermore, findings suggest that past-month use may be a more relevant measure than CUDIT-R when evaluating cognitive correlates of cannabis use in youth. This has implications for treatment and preventive interventions in this age group.
Making a deal with the devil and your neighbour: A structuration approach to privacy and security in practice
Authors: Swierczynski Janusz , Davidson Brittany I , Joinson Adam , Syrda Joanna
Published: November 2024

Video-enabled smart home security devices are increasingly being adopted with the intention to secure one’s home, but these devices present novel challenges in terms of security – not only for the owner but also for the rest of their household and other residents in their neighbourhood. We employ a qualitative methodology using rich interview data with a sample of residents from one neighbourhood that had adopted these devices and present this in the form of four composite narratives. By shifting the unit of analysis to the neighbourhood level and employing a structurational practice lens, we shed light on the complex situated uses of these novel technologies and how their use interacts with existing structures leading to varied privacy and security outcomes for neighbourhood residents. We conceptualise the outcomes of the emergent structures and practices as a Faustian Bargain - when residents enact structures in their recurrent use, in order to gain a combination of security, control, convenience and entertainment they trade their own and their neighbour’s privacy. More interestingly however, we see that the privacy that is being traded in this ‘devilish’ transaction is not paid proportionally by all.
Visual features account for the appeal and visual interest of gerbera flowers
Authors: Patten Matthew L. , Mannion Damien John , Spehar Branka , Watson Tamara
Published: November 2024

Flowers provide a rich stimulus set to estimate the extent to which basic visual features predict aesthetic appeal and visual interest. We selected images of 70 different gerbera flowers representative of those available to the cut flower industry. These were described by dimensions capturing the salient variation among the flowers. These descriptors are broadly categorised into those representing perceptual qualities, computational measures of texture, and chromatic features. Our analyses involved relating these descriptors to ratings of the “appeal” and “interest” of the flowers. 1056 participants rated the appeal of each flower while 1194 participants rated both appeal and interest on an 11-point scale via an online experiment. A general linear model including the descriptors showed good agreement with the observed appeal and interest ratings. Additionally, both ratings correlate with each other. The predictive performance of reduced forms of the model showed the smallest model capable of equal performance with the full model was that containing only perceptual qualities (‘complexity’, ‘depth’, ‘pointiness’, ‘symmetry’, and ‘target-patterning’). Both the appeal and visual interest of these complex floral stimuli can be predicted by a reduced set of features relevant to basic visual perception, showing the importance of visual features for aesthetic processing of natural stimuli.
Critical intelligence: computing defensive behaviour
Authors: Bach Dominik R
Published: November 2024

Characterising the neural mechanisms underlying naturalistic defensive behavior remains a significant challenge. While substantial progress has been made in unraveling the neural basis of specific behaviors, a critical gap persists in our comprehension of the circuits that implement algorithms capable of generating the diverse defensive responses observed outside experimental constraints. Recent advancements in neuroscience technology now allow for an unprecedented examination of naturalistic behaviour. To guide this nascent experimental programme, this article summarises the main computational and statistical challenges of defensive decision making, encapsulated in the concept of critical intelligence. Next, drawing from an extensive literature in biology, machine learning, and decision theory, we explore a range of candidate solutions to these challenges. While the proposed solutions offer insights into potential adaptive strategies, they also present inherent trade-offs and limitations in their applicability across different biological contexts. Ultimately, we propose series of experiments designed to differentiate between these candidate solutions, providing a roadmap for future investigations into the fundamental defensive algorithms utilized by biological agents and their neural implementation. Thus, our work aims to provide a roadmap towards broader understanding of how complex defensive behaviors are orchestrated in the brain, with implications for both neuroscience research and the development of more sophisticated artificial intelligence systems.
Management Transfer of Agency Managed Irrigation Systems in Nepal: Participatory Significance of the Policies and the Actions
Authors: Shivakoti Ganesh P. , Shukla Ashutosh
Published: November 2024

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A Noste on the Kulahi System of Chhattis Farmer Managed Irrigation System in Rupandehi
Authors: Gewali Baburam
Published: November 2024

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Implementation of the Agenda for Action of Social Development in the ESCAP Region: Poverty Alleviation in Nepal
Authors: Aryal Jeetendra Prakash
Published: November 2024

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Measurement of Urbanization: An Indian Perspective
Authors: Chaubey P.K.
Published: November 2024

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A Note on Forming A new Trading Bloc for Asia
Authors: Dhungel Ishor
Published: November 2024

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Linking Money and Prices in Nepal: The P-Star Model Approach
Authors: Habibullah Muzfar Shah
Published: November 2024

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Cost and Returns of Silkworm Rearing: A Fresh Look in Different Productivity Regions of Tamil Nadu , India
Authors: Pugazhendi P.
Published: November 2024

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Gender Sensitisation as a Tool for Reducing Gender Gaps and Feminisations of Poverty
Authors: Bhattarai Dilli Prasad
Published: November 2024

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Foreign Investment Climate in Nepal
Authors: Singh R.D.
Published: November 2024

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A Relationship Between Economic Growth and Human Development: An Analysis of Cross-Country Experiences
Authors: Shrestha Amrit Kumar
Published: November 2024

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Adoption of External Inputs and Agricultural Productivity in Prithvi Narayan Municipality of Gorkha District
Authors: Dahal Arjun
Published: November 2024

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Work as Humanity in Marxism
Authors: Khatiwada Padma Prasad
Published: November 2024

Abstract available with full text.
Exploring Well-Being of Pregnant Women: A Qualitative Inquiry
Authors: Acharya Milan
Published: November 2024

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Assessing the Dimensions Influencing the Students’ Entrepreneurial Intention: A Structural Equation Modeling Approach
Authors: Purna Man Shrestha
Published: November 2024

Entrepreneurial activities play a substantial role in the economic development of the nation by solving unemployment problem. These activities are the consequence of the entrepreneurial intention of an individual, which is influenced by numerous factors. This study aims to identify the dimensions influencing the EI of university students. To identify the determinants of EI, it has used the components of the TPB along with entrepreneurial education (EE). The required data for the study are obtained by using a structured questionnaire survey of 384 bachelor and masters-level students at Mid-West University. To recognize the dimensions influencing the EI of students, the collected data are analyzed by utilizing structural equation modeling (SEM). The result reveals that the components of TPB, along with EE, play an influential role in determining the EI of students. Moreover, this paper also reveals that EE mediates the relationship between the factors of TPB and EI. Thus, this paper concludes that as the students get entrepreneurial education, they become more interested in being entrepreneurs. Therefore, higher education institutions should provide sound entrepreneurial education to all students, and policymakers should make sound policies for fostering entrepreneurial activities in the country.
Factors Affecting Investment Decision of Life Insurance Policy
Authors: Dinesh Kumar Pant
Published: November 2024

Insurance is a financial service that allows people to save money and insure against risk. It makes sense when the insured wants to guard against a significant economic loss. This study analyzes the factors affecting the decision to invest in life insurance policies in Birendranagar Surkhet, Nepal. The research looked at the relationship between the dependent variable—investment decision—and the independent variables—corporate image, risk and return, tax benefit, claim settlement, and insurance plan. A structured questionnaire based on the judgmental sample approach was used to gather the data, and 195 replies were noted. To evaluate the gathered data, a multivariate regression approach was used. The research indicates that investment choices are mostly influenced by business image, risk and return, insurance plan, and claim settlement; tax advantage has a little impact. The study emphasizes the need for insurance awareness in the study area, highlighting the possible benefits to investors and helping to identify the demographics of the policymakers who are engaged in accelerating the pace of the insurance business.
Effect of Social Audit on Effective Operation of Public Expenditure
Authors: Ramesh Prasad Gautam
Published: November 2024

Social Audits allow people to enforce accountability and transparency, allowing the ultimate users to scrutinize development initiatives. Data for the paper is collected from primary sources, such as questionnaires and surveys. The statistical sample of this study is collected from 10 different projects located at Chaukune Nagarpalika, Surkhet district. The study's main objective is to assess the effect of social audit on the effective operation of public expenditure in Chaukune Rural municipality of Surkhet district. In this survey, 185 employees are involved in the self-administered questionnaire with the help of the purposive-based convenience sampling technique. The data are checked using the statistical software SPSS 25 to perform descriptive analysis and regression. Five hypotheses are developed to analyze the effects of all the independent variables on the overall effective operation of public expenditure. The study finds that financial decision-making and communication significantly impact effective public expenditure operations in selected construction projects. Similarly, financial transparency, corporate governance, and awareness among beneficiaries have no significant role in the effective operation of public expenditure. Results also indicate that there is a relationship between social audit and the operation of public expenditure.
Impact of Digital Marketing on Business Performance of Small and Medium Businesses in Birendranagar, Surkhet
Authors: Dillu Prasad Dhungana
Published: November 2024

This study explored the impact of digital marketing on the business outcomes of small and micro enterprises in Birendranagar, Surkhet. Despite recognized benefits, local businesses faced significant barriers, including limited resources and technical expertise, necessitating a focused investigation within Birendranagar's context. The study's primary objectives were to evaluate digital marketing adoption, its impact on business performance, and the mediating role of customer engagement.
Using descriptive and analytical research designs, data were collected from 167 businesses through surveys and interviews. The findings indicated moderate adoption of digital marketing, with social media, email, content marketing, and SEO being commonly used. Customer engagement, monitored through social media interactions and email tracking, played a crucial mediating role in enhancing business performance. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including correlation and regression analyses, revealed strong positive relationships between digital marketing strategies, customer engagement, and business performance. Specifically, digital marketing significantly improved revenue, customer acquisition, and profitability, with a Cronbach's Alpha of 0.927 indicating high reliability of the measures used.
The study concluded with recommendations to enhance digital marketing effectiveness, emphasizing the importance of technical training and strategic budget allocation. This research provided valuable insights for local entrepreneurs, helping them leverage digital tools to optimize business performance.
Impact of Employee Engagement on Employee Performance in Private Schools in Birendranagar, Surkhet
Authors: Irshad Ahmad Iraki
Published: November 2024

Employee engagement is a powerful instrument for organizations to gain a competitive advantage, regardless of size or structure. Engaged employees are acknowledged as invaluable assets and contribute to improved productivity, commitment, and overall performance. This investigation examined the impact of various antecedents of employee engagement on the academic staff of private schools in Birendranagar, Surkhet. The impact of various factors on teacher performance was examined, including work environment, leadership, team and coworker relationships, training and professional development, compensation, organizational policies, and workplace well-being. Employing a positivist perspective, the study embraced a causal-comparative research strategy to explore the relationship between these constructs. After removing extreme outliers, only 389 of the 403 registered responses to the survey were retained for analysis. As revealed by multiple regression analysis, the work environment, training and career development, organizational policies, and workplace well-being significantly influenced teachers' performance. Conversely, compensation, team and coworker relationships, and leadership have insignificant impacts on employee performance. The results of the investigation can be used to establish new policies and programs that are designed to enhance the well-being of teachers. The results of this study provide a comprehensive understanding of the employee engagement factors that significantly influence employee performance in private schools. This information can be used to reinforce or rectify the organization's organizational practices and design features.
Analysis of the Influencing Factors of Stress in Job: A Research Study in NGOs, INGOs of Birendranagar, Surkhet
Authors: Yashoda Thapa
Published: November 2024

This research finds out how stress impacts the employee performance of NGOs and INGOs residing in Birendranagar municipality, Surkhet. The study aimed to investigate how time pressure, workload, lack of motivation, and role ambiguity influenced the performance of the employees. The positivist philosophy was used to complete the research because it permits the creation of hypotheses based on theories. A causal-comparative research design was employed to ascertain the causal relationship between a few chosen inquiry constructs. A survey study was conducted using a structured questionnaire to gather primary data. Four factors were the lack of motivation, with employee performance being the dependent variable and the independent variables being time pressure, workload, lack of motivation, and role ambiguity. The overall findings of the research from the results of multiple regression analysis revealed that time pressure, lack of motivation, and role ambiguity were confirmed to impact employee performance significantly. On the other hand, workload has not considerably affected employee performance.
Znaczenie otoczenia fizycznego dla rozwoju dzieci w wieku od 3 do 6 roku życia – badanie nad efektywnością oddziaływania mebli edukacyjno-terapeutycznych umieszczonych w salach przedszkolnych
Authors: Misiniec Kinga , Myrda Anna , Misiniec Marek , Struzikiewicz Grzegorz
Published: November 2024

Development is a result of interactions between biological conditions and the environment in which the developing child lives. The child must receive the right amount of stimuli I – not too much and not too little. Thanks to this, the child gains experience and successfully acquires sensorimotor and cognitive skills. Furniture is part of the physical environment that all young children come into contact with. The aim of the presented study was to check the extent to which furniture designed to support the development of preschool children actually fulfils this function. It was expected that children who would have systematic contact with therapeutic furniture would develop better than children staying in a space with standard furniture. 60 children aged 3 to 6 years participated in the study. Half of the children (two experimental groups of 15 children each) attended a kindergarten that received the designed furniture. These pieces of furniture were located in rooms where children spent time every day – preschoolers had frequent contact with them and could use them spontaneously during free play time. The control groups included children attending preschool with standard equipment. All children were tested twice with a standardised intelligence test (IDS-2, IDS-P, SB5) at a six-month interval. Cognitive function indicators were constructed based on the converted results and used in further analysis. The average values of indicators of the level of cognitive functions were compared in the experimental and control groups. Significant improvement in the functioning of the average child from the experimental group compared to the average child from the control group was noted in the areas of short-term auditory memory, short-term visual memory, conceptual reasoning, gross motor skills and IQ.
Trening myślenia krytycznego w środowisku nowych mediów – trzy podejścia
Authors: Pokropek Magdalena
Published: November 2024

This article aims to review three different approaches to training critical thinking skills in the context of new media. These approaches are illustrated with specific examples, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. The three approaches are: tips and strategies, inoculation, and the metacognitive approach. Tips and strategies involve using schemes or ready-made sets of questions that are helpful in verifying information. Inoculation entails exposing media users to small doses of disinformation to develop their resistance to manipulation. The metacognitive approach focuses on making internet users aware of cognitive biases, such as confirmation bias and memory errors, commonly encountered when processing information. The article discusses examples of studies that have applied these approaches to training information processing skills, drawn from the Google Scholar database for the years 2016–2024. It emphasises the need for further research to determine the most effective approach in combating disinformation and protecting internet users against false information and manipulation. This article contributes to pedagogical knowledge by presenting strategies to combat misinformation and stressing the need to adapt them to students’ specific needs. By analysing various methods and approaches, it serves as a valuable resource for educators and policymakers aiming to introduce innovative and effective teaching methods in the disinformation age.

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An investigation on the utilization of Kurdish as the first language (L1) in English as a foreign language (L2) classes: A case study at the University of Human Development in non-English departments
Authors: Hama Farhad Majeed
Published: November 2024

This paper aims to examine the use and functions of Kurdish (L1) in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classes within a Kurdish educational context. Languages function differently across varied contexts, and prior studies have highlighted several reasons for using L1 in EFL classrooms by both students and teachers. Similarly, there are numerous reasons and functions for incorporating Kurdish in English language classes. This study specifically investigates the use and functions of Kurdish among Kurdish EFL university students and teachers at the University of Human Development in the non-English departments of IT and Computer Science, located in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region. The researcher employed two distinct questionnaires for EFL students and teachers and analyzed the data using SPSS. The study involved twenty university-level English language teachers and ninety Kurdish EFL students, randomly selected from the student population. The findings indicate that most Kurdish EFL students held positive views regarding the use of Kurdish in English classes for purposes such as explanations, instructions, skill development, exam preparation, and motivation. Conversely, most Kurdish EFL teachers preferred to use Kurdish infrequently or occasionally, believing that Kurdish should generally not be used in most teaching and learning situations. However, they did acknowledge the benefits of using Kurdish to address unusual behavior and occasionally to boost students’ confidence and motivation.
Kulturowy zwrot teorii i inne czytanie
Authors: Lewandowska-Tarasiuk Ewa
Published: November 2024

Cultural turn of theory and another reading is one of the most important transformations of the humanities, which has been strongly influenced by gradual evolution of knowledge about literature. Thanks to it, the polyphony of interpreting attitudes, anchored in the wealth of cultural areas, is heard and will be heard, and that is why the art of interpretation will be found. Of course, the most significant objective of literary studies nowadays is practice. This has given rise to a contemporary thought on literature that makes use of the practical application of theory. The present study analyses the essence of this turning point, its scientific, cultural and practical foundations. The inspirations of another reading are presented, which are worth drawing on in the richness of literary education practice.
Zabawa dzieci jako przejaw twórczego uczestnictwa
Authors: Camas-Garrido Laura , Jover Gonzalo
Published: November 2024

This article aims to investigate the intricate relationship between play, creativity, and children’s participation. Key questions guiding this exploration include: What do we mean when we discuss children’s play? What meanings have been associated with playful activities? How are creativity and play interconnected? By examining the works of Johan Huizinga, Donald Winnicott, John Dewey, Jane Addams, and Martha Nussbaum, the study posits that children’s play is a fundamental expression of social and cultural engagement during childhood. Play not only facilitates children’s understanding and familiarity with the cultural dimensions of society but also encourages their active participation in the recreational aspects of life and self-exploration. Consequently, play emerges as an experience of creation, differentiation, and mutual recognition, fostering self-awareness and social interaction through the expression of daily attitudes and behaviours.
Elucidando indicadores estratégicos em empresas de base tecnológica brasileiras
Authors: Nunes Piveta Maíra , Luciane Scherer Flavia , Rigui Trindade Nathália , De Souza Soares Soraya , Dias Lopes Luis Felipe , Costa da Silva Zonatto Vinícius
Published: November 2024

Este artigo explora as capacidades dinâmicas, incertezas ambientais e a propensão à internacionalização exibidas pelas empresas de base tecnológica no Brasil por meio da proposição de indicadores. Fundamentado na premissa de que as capacidades dinâmicas são vitais para que as organizações naveguem por ambientes globais dinâmicos, o estudo revela que a orientação para o crescimento internacional não é uma postura estratégica predominantemente observada na amostra examinada, nem mesmo sob elevados níveis de incerteza ambiental de mercado e tecnológica. Utilizando uma abordagem metodológica quantitativa por meio de levantamento, o estudo classificou as variáveis investigadas a partir de três níveis de indicadores (baixo, moderado e alto). A padronização das escalas de capacidades adaptativa, absortiva e inovativa retornaram altos indicadores traduzidos por 86,86%, 88,32% e 93,43% respectivamente. Por outro lado, identificou-se um baixo nível geral da escala de propensão para a internacionalização indicando que 40,88% das empresas examinadas não estão propensas a internacionalizar-se.
Processo de decisão: protocolo de tomada de decisão frente à Covid -19 no Brasil
Authors: Lopes Lindner Victor , Mastella Mauro
Published: November 2024

Esta revisão integrativa explora as formas de ferramentas de protocolo de tomada de decisão frente à Covid -19 no Brasil para oferecer insights sobre desafios enfrentados. A análise comparativa dessas evidências informa políticas e intervenções em saúde pública, visando uma resposta mais adaptativa às crises futuras. Foram encontrados 132 artigos em três bases de dados (PubMed, Google Scholar e Scielo) no qual aplicou-se o protocolo PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses), que orienta a seleção e inclusão de estudos em revisões sistemáticas, resultando na escolha de 40 artigo, sendo 19 no PubMed, 13 no Google Scholar e 9 na base de dados Scielo. Foram identificadas 11 formas distintas de apoio à tomada de decisão durante a pandemia de Covid-19 no Brasil, além de uma abordagem adicional. Os protocolos destacados, baseados em evidências científicas e práticas de decisão compartilhada, foram essenciais para orientar estratégias eficazes em saúde pública. A análise revelou a importância de protocolos, feedback, tecnologias avançadas como Machine Learning e Telessaúde, além do papel de boletins informativos e a colaboração multidisciplinar para uma resposta adaptativa e informada. Destacando as 11 abordagens distintas, a análise traz a relevância de desses achados oferecendo insights cruciais para gestores e formuladores de políticas, visando melhorar as intervenções durante a pandemia e para enfrentar desafios semelhantes no futuro.
O ENSINO-APRENDIZAGEM DO PENSAMENTO ARITMÉTICO NO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL BRASILEIRO
Authors: Ribeiro Gilson Alves , Guerra Avaetê de Lunetta e Rodrigues , Matos Diego de Vargas , Purificação Marcelo Máximo , Melo Gustavo Souza de , Joerke Gabriel Antonio Ogaya
Published: November 2024

O pensamento aritmético é base para a aprendizagem da matemática, tendo um papel essencial em nosso cotidiano. Todavia, muitas vezes a aritmética que é ensinada na escola se distancia daquela que os alunos de fato precisam usar em seu dia a dia. Diante dessa problemática e considerando-se o Ensino Fundamental como um momento crucial para o desenvolvimento do pensamento aritmético, este artigo teve como objetivo mapear, na literatura nacional, estudos sobre ensino-aprendizagem do pensamento aritmético nessa etapa de ensino. Para isso, realizou-se uma revisão integrativa por meio de buscas nas bases eletrônicas SciELO, DOAJ, Google Acadêmico e Biblioteca Digital Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações. Foram incluídos artigos publicados entre 2012 e 2022 bem como teses e dissertações defendidas nesse período desenvolvidos no Brasil. A amostra final foi constituída por oito artigos e uma dissertação. Foi possível compreender que a partir da análise apresentada e dos aspectos investigados que para aprimorar o ensino-aprendizagem do pensamento aritmético existe a necessidade do emprego de metodologias ativas, recursos tecnológicos, sequências didáticas diferenciadas e avaliações continuadas. Além disso, foi possível repensar conceitos sobre o ensino e as metodologias da matemática, além de ser professor em sala de aula, o que requer reflexão sobre ações e práticas, e a percepção das dificuldades dos alunos.
Strategies for Strengthening Character Education in Islamic Boarding Schools Through Extracurricular Activities
Authors: Huda Nadya , Widodo Bambang Sigit , Karwanto  , Aseri Muhsin , Wahyudin
Published: November 2024

This study examines the role of extracurricular activities at Al Falah Islamic Boarding School in strengthening student character and the strategies implemented to achieve this goal. Employing qualitative methods such as interviews with key stakeholders and direct observations, the research highlights the significant impact of activities like scouting, Pagar Nusa martial arts, Palang Merah Remaja, rebana, and calligraphy in fostering values such as discipline, leadership, and empathy among students. Key strategies include embedding character values into the extracurricular curriculum, training program managers, diversifying activities to enhance student participation, and garnering support from families and communities. The findings reveal that structured and purposeful extracurricular programs effectively contribute to students’ character development. Leadership activities, humanitarian involvement, and cultural preservation impact essential values. Despite its contributions, the study acknowledges limitations, including small sample size, focus on a single institution, and lack of analysis across different age groups, student levels, or gender. The reliance on qualitative methods also suggests the need for further research involving broader and more varied samples, exploration of diverse educational settings, and a mixed-methods approach. These findings underscore the potential of extracurricular activities as a strategic avenue for character education in Islamic boarding schools.
Особливості показників професійних фагоцитів в осіб віком 18–21 років в умовах стресових факторів сучасності
Authors: Гончаренко В. В. , Соколенко С. В. , Соколенко В. Л.
Published: November 2024

Одним із факторів, здатних істотно впливати на життя та здоров’я людей, є наявність постійного дестабілізуючого впливу воєнних дій, а наслідки тривалої пандемії COVID-19 лише обтяжують цю ситуацію. Надмірна інтенсивність подібних факторів стресової природи може спричинити розвиток різноманітних патологій, базовою передумовою яких вважають алостатичне навантаження.
Цей феномен потребує постійного моніторингу та аналізу. Його визнаними біомаркерами вважають показники імунної системи. У випадку населення України передбачення алостатичного навантаження ускладнюється тривалою в часі, послідовною (або й паралельною) дією таких факторів, як наслідки аварії на ЧАЕС, пандемія COVID-19, воєнний стан. Мета нашого дослідження – проаналізувати показники професійних фагоцитів, як потенційний індикатор алостатичного навантаження в осіб віком 18-21 років в умовах стресових факторів сучасності.
Показники нейтрофілів та моноцитів визначали у 22 студентів Черкаського національного університету у 2021 році, на другому році пандемії COVID-19, і, повторно, у 2023 році, в період воєнного стану. За 6-9 місяців до першого обстеження 6 осіб з 22 перехворіли на COVID-19. Встановили, що в обстежених студентів за період від 2021 до 2023 року спостерігалися варіативні зміни показників професійних фагоцитів. В осіб, котрі попередньо перехворіли на COVID-19, початкова мобілізація моноцитрної ланки (вихід за верхню межу референтних
значень відносної та абсолютної кількості моноцитів) з часом згасала, тоді як ситуація зі зміщенням формули вліво (з виходом за верхню межу норми паличко-ядерних нейтрофілів) до 2023 року посилилася. Враховуючи подібну тенденцію в осіб, котрі не хворіли на COVID-19 (показники 2021 року були нижчими, ніж в осіб з COVID-19 в анамнезі, достовірно зросли від 2021 до 2023 року і вийшли за верхню межу норми), виявлений феномен може бути наслідком стресу, викликаного воєнним станом. Особи з випадками інфікування SARS-CoV-2 були більше схильні до формування ознак алостатичного навантаження на рівні поліморфноядерних професійних фагоцитів. Для глибшого розуміння феномену необхідно проаналізувати показники фагоцитарної активності та кореляцію між професійними фагоцитами й іншими факторами природної резистентності.
Особливості центральної гемодинаміки у дівчат з вродженими вадами зору
Authors: Казначеєв Д. А. , Шейко В. І.
Published: November 2024

Серед патологій ока провідна роль в формуванні інвалідності людини належить сліпоті та слабкозоркості. Кількість населення з інвалідністю, викликаною патологією зорової системи, постійно зростає, зазначена патологія посідає четверте місце за кількістю та розповсюдженістю в світі. Дисфункції зорової сенсорної системи можуть бути набуті або вроджені. Вроджена патологія органу зору може бути як самостійне порушення, так і в поєднані з іншими патологічними процесами. Серед вроджених патологій зорової сенсорної системи спостерігається збільшення аномалій, пов’язаних з порушеннями розвитку органу зору. Дисфункції зору викликають вторинні патології: погіршення координації рухів, порушення різного ступеня в робочій позі та поставі, формування імунодефіцитного стану в системному імунітеті, гіподинамія, погіршення центральної гемодинаміки (на фоні набутої короткозорості).
Метою нашого дослідження є вивчення показників, що характеризують функціонування серцево-судинної системи на фоні вродженої патології зорової сенсорної системи (повна або часткова сліпота) у дівчат (21,4±1,5 років).
Дослідження проводилось на групі волонтерів, яка складалася з 20 осіб – контрольна/перша група (практично здорові), 20 осіб – друга група (волонтери з повною або частковою сліпотою). Стан серцево-судинної системи характеризували частота серцевих скорочень, артеріальний тиск систолічний та діастолічний, пульсовий тиск, середній артеріальний тиск, систолічний об’єм крові, хвилинний об’єм крові, коефіцієнт економічності кровообігу, індекс Кердо, середня тривалість серцевого циклу, секундний об’єм крові, серцевий індекс, індекс Робінсона.
Всі досліджувані показники в другій групі були достовірно більші в порівняні з контролем (від 8 % до 44 %), діастолічний тиск був достовірно менший за контроль, середня тривалість серцевого циклу та середній артеріальний тиск не мали достовірної різниці в порівняні з контролем.
У дівчат з вродженою патологією зору діяльність серцево-судинної системи характеризується напруженням в роботі серця, ознаками виснаження адаптаційних резервів, формуванням генералізованого патофізіологічного процесу, який охоплює серцево-судинну систему та регуляторні центри.
Інтенсивність процесів вільнорадикального окиснення ліпідів та білків за контрольованої та резистентної артеріальної гіпертензії
Authors: Гавій Т. А. , Кучменко О. Б.
Published: November 2024

На сьогоднішній час артеріальна гіпертензія є однією з найбільш поширених захворювань світу. Дані досліджень останніх років вказують на те, що первинною або вторинною причиною багатьох серцево-судинних захворювань, зокрема і артеріальної гіпертензії є оксидативний стрес, за якого порушується баланс між про- і антиоксидантними системами в бік переважання активності прооксидантних систем. Одним із основних субстратів для вільнорадикальних реакцій є ліпіди та білкові структури. Метою дослідження є вивчення інтенсивності процесів вільнорадикального окиснення ліпідів та білків за контрольованої та резистентної артеріальної гіпертензії. У дослідження було включено 65 осіб з контрольованою артеріальною гіпертензією, 50 осіб з резистентною артеріальною гіпертензією та контрольну групу становили 30 практично здорових людей.
Дослідження проводились на базі КНП «Коростенська центральна міська лікарня» м. Коростень Житомирської області. З’ясовано, що кількість продуктів вільнора-дикального окиснення білків в сироватці крові збільшена на 44,7 % у пацієнтів з контрольованою артеріальною гіпертензією та на 41,8 % у пацієнтів з резистентною артеріальною гіпертензією порівняно з пацієнтами контрольної групи. Також, кількість продуктів вільнорадикального окиснення білків в сироватці крові в фракціях ліпопротеїнів низької щільності та ліпопротеїнів дуже низької щільності збільшена на 57,8 % у пацієнтів з контрольованою артеріальною гіпертензією та на 64,9 % у пацієнтів з резистентною артеріальною гіпертензією порівняно з пацієнтами контрольної групи. Водночас, кількість продуктів вільнорадикального окиснення білків в фракціях ліпопротеїнів високої щільності збільшена у 2 рази у пацієнтів з контрольованою артеріальною гіпертензією та у 2,1 рази у пацієнтів з резистентною артеріальною гіпертензією порівняно з пацієнтами контрольної групи. Індекс перекисної модифікації атерогенних ліпопротеїнів низької щільності та дуже низької щільності збільшений на 47,3 % у пацієнтів з контрольованою артеріальною гіпертензією та на 76,7 % у пацієнтів з резистентною артеріальною гіпертензією порівняно з пацієнтами контрольної групи. Це вказує на створення передумов для інтенсифікації вільно-радикальних процесів окиснення та розвитку оксидативного стресу. При цьому мають місце порушення функціональної активності антиоксидантних систем, зниження активності каталази та супероксиддисмутази, що більш виражено проявляється у пацієнтів з резистентною артеріальною гіпертензією.