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Commentary: Strengthening legal preparedness and response within the global health emergency framework: the role of the GHSA Legal Preparedness Action Package*
Authors: Negri Stefania , Bonfigli Sandro , Cesta Emanuele , Federico Giacomo Di
Published: May 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed failings in preparedness and response across the world and a shortfall in global health security. The crisis also highlighted shortcomings in global and regional legal frameworks, including the International Health Regulations (2005) and relevant European Union law, as well as in national public health legislation and emergency plans. Lessons learned from the pandemic converge around strengthening preparedness and response capacities at all levels, with special attention to be paid to legal preparedness, a critical component of public health emergency preparedness. Improving legal capacities at country level is one of the strategic priorities set by the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA), which established a new Legal Preparedness Action Package (LP AP) in order to elevate attention to and the importance of legal preparedness worldwide. Since 2021 the LP AP has been front and centre in international efforts to bridge the legal preparedness gap at national level. In bringing together technical experts in global health law and government health policy officials from a broad range of countries and partners, the LP AP seeks to set a foundation for legal preparedness by developing technical and capacity-building tools, legal guidelines, policy briefs, information and training. This article aims to illustrate and contextualize the work of the GHSA LP AP and raise awareness about the importance of its contribution to enhanced global health security. It also intends to highlight how its work promotes and develops synergies with parallel initiatives, processes and tools, facilitates regime interaction and harmonization of technical assistance and ultimately ensures consistency of action, methodology and approaches.
Yenidoğan yoğun bakım ünitesindeki prematüre bebeğin nörogelişiminin desteklenmesi: İyileştirici çevrenin oluşturulması
Authors: Üğücü Güzide , Çelebioğlu Ayda , Gökçe İşbir Gözde
Published: May 2024

Fetal yaşam ve bebeklik, nörogelişimin hızlı olduğu dönemlerdir. Preterm eylem sonucu intrauterin nörotrofik desteğin ani kaybı nedeniyle prematüre bebeğin ekstrauterin yaşamda nörogelişiminin desteklenmesi önemlidir. Yoğun bakım üniteleri, prematüre bebeğin ekstrauterin yaşama uyumunu destekleyen özelleşmiş birimlerdir. Bu birimlerde; nörogelişimi destekleyen iyileştirici çevrenin oluşturulması, prematüre bebeğin term akranları ile benzer gelişimsel şansı yakalaması için vazgeçilmezdir. Bu derlemenin amacı; yenidoğan yoğun bakım ünitesindeki prematüre bebeğin nörogelişimini desteklemede iyileştirici çevrenin nasıl oluşturulabileceği konusunda hemşire, ebe ve diğer sağlık profesyonellerine bilgi sağlamaktır.
Düşük Riskli ve Yüksek Riskli Gebelerin Gebeliğe Uyum ve Anksiyete Düzeylerinin Değerlendirilmesi; Kesitsel ve Karşılaştırmalı Bir Çalışma
Authors: İbici Akça Emine , Şenoğlu Ayşe , Ersöz Meltem
Published: May 2024

Amaç: Bu araştırma düşük riskli ve yüksek riskli gebelerin gebeliğe uyum ve anksiyete düzeylerinin değerlendirilmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır.
Yöntem: Kesitsel ve karşılaştırmalı olarak yürütülen araştırma Türkiye’nin güneyinde bulunan bir ildeki Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi'nin kadın doğum kliniğinde bakım ve tedavi gören ve kadın doğum polikliniklerine başvuran 252 gebe (122 yüksek riskli gebe, 130 düşük riskli gebe) ile gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırmanın verileri Gebe Tanıtım Formu, Risk Değerlendirme Formu, Prenatal Kendini Değerlendirme Ölçeği (PKDÖ) ve Beck Anksiyete Ölçeği (BAÖ) ile toplanmıştır. Verilerin değerlendirmesinde tanımlayıcı istatistikler ile birlikte bağımsız gruplarda t testi, Mann-Whitney U testi, Kruskal Wallis testi ve Pearson korelasyon testleri kullanılmıştır.
Bulgular: Katılımcıların eğitim düzeyi, çalışma durumu, algılanan gelir düzeyi, sigara kullanma durumu, gebelik sayısı ve trimesteri ile PKDÖ toplam puan ortalamaları arasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir fark tespit edilmiştir (p
Sezaryen Doğum Yapan Primipar Annelerin Doğuma Yönelik Metaforik Algıları
Authors: Dündar Tuğba , Yüksel Rüveyda
Published: May 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı sezaryen ile doğum yapan primipar annelerin doğuma ilişkin yaşantılarını, yaşantılarının anlamını ve algılarını metaforlar aracılığı ile derinlemesine incelemektir.
Yöntem: Bu çalışma fenomenolojik desende yürütüldü. Veriler, 1 Haziran-15 Ağustos 2023 tarihleri arasında, Aydın, Efeler ilçesinde hizmet veren kamuya bağlı bir kadın doğum ve çocuk hastanesinde, sezaryen ile doğum yapan primipar anneler ile gerçekleştirildi. Veriler “Doğum ………’ya benziyor, çünkü…………… (Sizce doğum neye benziyor. Neden?”) cümlesinin yer aldığı bir soru formuyla toplandı. Verilerin analizinde içerik analizi tekniği kullanıldı.
Bulgular: Annelerin, doğuma yönelik 44 metafor oluşturdukları saptandı. Metaforlar, ortak özelliklerine göre 5 kavramsal kategoride toplandı. Kategoriler “korku deneyimi olarak doğum”, “belirsiz bir durum deneyimi olarak doğum”, “değişken bir durum deneyimi olarak doğum”, “kavuşma deneyimi olarak doğum” ve “eşsiz bir deneyim olarak doğum” olarak belirlendi.
Sonuç: Bu çalışma doğumun anneler için ne anlam ifade ettiğini ortaya koymaktadır. Çalışmada oluşturulan kategoriler kapsamında annelerin farklı metaforlar geliştirdiği, bu metaforların annelerin yaşadıkları farklı deneyimleri ortaya koyduğu ve annelerin ameliyata bağlı olarak olumsuz duygular deneyimlemelerine rağmen bebeklerine kavuşmalarının pozitif algıyı oluşturduğu görüldü.
Effect of Contralateral Training on Muscle Strength: A Narrative Review
Authors: Gökdoğan Çağatay Müslüm , A. Güzel Nevin
Published: May 2024

Contralateral training is defined as the case where exercising one extremity or one side of the body can cause improvements to the opposite extremity or side of the body without direct training. In other words, it represents the transfer of effects due to training from one extremity to another or from one side of the body to the other. This effect is observed with exercise forms like strength, resistance and motor skills training. For example, if a person only performs strength exercises with the right arm, an increase in strength is observed in the left arm, even though direct training was not performed. The probable gains obtained by training the unaffected extremity may be transferred to the affected extremity, which may improve general function. This transfer of benefit may occur due to neural adaptations occurring in the brain and spinal cord. Contralateral training, or cross-education, has been used in recent years in the rehabilitation process for patients with orthopedic or neurological problems. In this review, we aimed to explain the effect of different contraction types in the trained extremity on muscle strength in the untrained extremity.
Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery: Recent Strategies and Techniques
Authors: Nam So-Hyun , Jung Eunyoung
Published: May 2024

Pediatric inguinal hernia is the most prevalent surgical condition in children and accounts for nearly half of all pediatric surgical procedures performed. The primary cause of pediatric inguinal hernia is a patent processus vaginalis (PPV), which often requires surgery. Traditionally, the standard treatment involved high ligation of the PPV through a small incision combined with laparoscopic methods. These minimally invasive techniques offer improved cosmetic outcomes and are increasingly favored in clinical practice. This review aimed to present the current surgical techniques for pediatric inguinal hernia treatment, with a focus on various laparoscopic approaches. Additionally, it discusses the optimal timing for treating hernias in neonates and preterm infants as well as specialized surgical strategies for adolescent patients. This review highlights advancements in surgical methods that accommodate the specific needs of different age groups within the pediatric population.
The The Influence of Individual Characteristics and Training On Employee Performance With Work Motivation As An Intervening Variable
Authors: Prasetyo Dwi , Cahyadi Imam , Prasetyo Antarest Erland
Published: May 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of individual characteristics and training on employee performance with work motivation as an intervening variable at the Semarang Maritime Polytechnic. Research on whether individual characteristics and training influence intervention motivation and job characteristics on work capacity took 218 civil servants at the Semarang Shipping Science Polytechnic. The random sampling technique is a technique where the sample size is determined using the Slovin formula, obtaining 142 respondents. The data was obtained using a questionnaire with data analysis using linear regression. Based on the research that has been conducted, individual characteristics and training positively affect work motivation and employee performance at Semarang Maritime Polytechnic. However, work motivation does not mediate between individual characteristics or training and employee performance. These results provide important insights for the development of more effective human resource management strategies in the future at Semarang Maritime Polytechnic.
Analysis of Occupational Safety in Terms of Interpersonal Communication and Basic Safety Training With Organizational Policy as an Intervening Variable on Training Ship Mohammad Husni (M.H) Thamrin
Authors: Ratmoko Catur , Simanjuntak Marihot , Herawati Susi , Gusti Ayudhia Pangestu
Published: May 2024

This research purpose to describe the impact of organizational policies on workplace safety aboard the Training Ship Mohammad Husni (M.H) Thamrin through basic safety and interpersonal communication training at the Maritime College in 2023. The research method employed is quantitative. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed directly to respondents as primary data, along with secondary data. Data analysis was conducted using SmartPLS version 3 for Windows. The research results indicate that the R Square (R2) values show the R2 for Organizational Policy (Y) is at 0.686, and the R2 for Work Safety (Z) is at 0.665, indicating a moderate level of effect. This suggests that the influence of interpersonal communication and basic safety training on organizational policy and workplace safety factors is 67.55%, while the influence from other variables is approximately 32.45%. The interpretation of the F Square values has three criteria categories: a value of 0.02 indicates a small effect, 0.15 indicates a moderate effect, and 0.35 indicates a large effect at the structural level. The influence of (X1) on (Y) is 0.106 (Moderate), (X2) on (Y) is 0.127 (Moderate), (X1) on (Z) is 0.561 (Strong), (X2) on (Z) is 0.504 (Strong), and (Y) on (Z) is 0.030, all of which fall into the weak category. Thus, it can be concluded that basic safety training has a more significant impact on company commitment than interpersonal communication. Additionally, organizational policies also have a direct and significant influence on workplace safety.
Kesadaran Akan Keberdosaan Dalam Mazmur 130 dan Relevansinya Dalam Penghayatan Sakramen Tobat Masa Kini
Authors: Kapitan Jufrianus , Boy Mikhael Valens , Senda Siprianus Soleman
Published: May 2024

Kesadaran akan keberdosaan umat saat ini sangat minim. Hal ini menyebabkan partisipasi mengikuti perayaan sakramen tobat kurang. Tulisan ini adalah sebuah tulisan yang menguraikan tentang pentingnya kesadaran akan kesalahan dan dosa.  Kitab mazmur 130 menjadi acuan agar umat dapat memahami pentingnya kesadaran akan dosa dan mendapat pengampunan karena kasih setia Tuhan kepada manusia. Metode penelitian yang digunakan ialah metode kualitatif atau studi pustaka. Dengan menggunakan metode ini, tulisan ini dapat membantu umat beriman untuk menyadari dosa dan pentingnya sakramen tobat dalam hidup untuk memulihkan kembali relasi dengan Tuhan.
Book Review: Pengantar Perjanjian Lama 1: Taurat dan Sejarah
Authors: Ferdi Yunan  , Kristianto Adi Kurnia
Published: May 2024

Pengantar Perjanjian Lama 1 oleh William Sanford Lasor adalah salah satu buku teks klasik yang membahas Perjanjian Lama dalam Alkitab Kristen. Buku ini memberikan pembaca pemahaman yang mendalam tentang konteks sejarah, budaya, dan teologi di balik kitab-kitab Perjanjian Lama. Lasor menggunakan pendekatan akademis yang kuat dalam menganalisis teks-teks Perjanjian Lama. Dia menyelidiki konteks sejarah dan budaya di mana teks-teks tersebut muncul, membantu pembaca memahami pesan-pesan yang terkandung di dalamnya. Meskipun buku ini membahas teks-teks kuno, Lasor juga menarik koneksi antara pesan-pesan Perjanjian Lama dan kehidupan kontemporer. Ini membantu pembaca melihat bagaimana pesan-pesan tersebut masih relevan dalam konteks modern.
Free and Suitable? Readability Analysis of Ghana’s Senior High School Core Science Textbooks
Authors: Nankuri Faustina , Sarpong Dwumoh Joseph , Kodom Gyasi William
Published: May 2024

This descriptive study assessed the linguistic complexity of the three Ghana Senior High School Integrated Science textbooks, using readability index analyses. Simple random sampling was used to select five units from each textbook for testing. Criterion-based sampling was used to select, from each sampled unit, a block of texts of no less than 300 words for analyses. Readability score for each sampled text was generated by feeding the sample into the online readability calculator. Simple descriptive statistics were run in order to organize and summarize characteristics of the sampled text. Then, Analysis of Variance procedures, both parametric and non-parametric, were run to test the statistical significance of differences, if any, among the readability scores of the textbooks. The study established that while science textbooks for SHS 2 and 3 and were suitable for their intended audiences, the readability of Book 1 placed it at the level of university students, and therefore, too difficult for its intended audience. There were no statistically significant differences in the mean readability levels of the textbooks at 0.05 alpha level, suggesting that there is no progression in reading and comprehension difficulty among the three textbooks. A recommendation is made for further evaluation of all the textbooks and particularly of Book 1 for possible revision, which may help students to achieve the intended meaningful learning.
A CRITICAL REVIEW OF SANDHANA KARMA
Authors: HR Meghana , - Dharani , M S Veena
Published: May 2024

The word Sandhana refers to join, union, combination, restoration, and repair. Sandhana karma cannot be limited
only to Bhagna sandhana. It needs to be understood at the level of dhathus. Sandhana karma also refers to repairing,
restoring, and maintaining connective tissue. Thus, it needs to be reviewed under different conditions. This study
aims to carry out a critical understanding of Sandhana karma at the level of saptha dhathu. Data was collected from
Ayurveda classical texts and journal and research articles. Finally, gathered data were critically analysed. Sandhana
karma at the level of Rasa dhathu can be understood as ‘twachya karma’, which may be correlated to maintaining
normal skin tone and elasticity. Raktha dhathu acts through stambhana/skandhana, i.e, haemostatic /coagulant activity. Mamsa dhathu refers to Vrana oshtaadi seevana, i.e, suturing of injured muscle tissue. In Medo dhathu,
Sandhana karma can be considered the restoration of an articular joint as sandhi is one of its upadhathu. In Asti
dhatu, it is Bhagna sandhana, i.e, healing and union of fractured bones. Majja dhathu refers to restoring bone
marrow fluid possessing osteogenic and osteoinductive properties, promoting bone union. In Shukra dhatu,
Sandhana refers to maintaining sperm plasma membrane and acrosomal integrity, which is necessary for motility
and fertilisation. The literature revealed that dravyas possessing Sandhana karma with a varied combination of
Rasapanchaka gives scope for the utility of sandhaneeya dravya in specific conditions at the level of saptha dhathu.
derecho a la ilusión
Authors: Juszczak Mark Darius
Published: May 2024

Aunque la Declaración Universal de Derechos Humanos (1948) y otras muchas constituciones, tratados internacionales y declaraciones proclaman y protegen el derecho a la libertad de religión, ningún documento, en la actualidad, parece proclamar o proteger la libertad más amplia a la que pertenece la libertad de religión: el derecho a delirar. No se trata, en modo alguno, de denigrar ninguna religión o creencia religiosa en particular. Se trata más bien de reconocer que una multitud de creencias religiosas persistentes representan una aceptación colectiva, por parte de la especie humana, de prácticas culturales irracionales como parte de nuestro proceso de creación de significados y un aspecto fundamental de nuestra evolución. ¿Por qué, entonces, las prácticas culturales irracionales no se extienden al individuo? ¿Por qué las prácticas irracionales individuales son, en la gran mayoría de los casos, condenadas como formas de enfermedad mental, depresión o locura? ¿Por qué condenamos las prácticas irracionales del individuo, pero honramos y protegemos las prácticas irracionales de los grupos?
Ecología política del capitalismo digital
Authors: Jiménez González Aitor
Published: May 2024

Con este artículo, disputo la narrativa que presenta la economía digital como verde, inofensiva y libre de consecuencias materiales. En la primera parte examinaré la cadena de suministro de los teléfonos inteligentes para ejemplificar cómo objetos cotidianos de la economía digital construyen y refuerzan operaciones industriales y extractivas perjudiciales para el medio ambiente. La segunda parte ofrecerá un análisis del aparato ideológico y discursivo utilizado por las instituciones del capitalismo digital para encubrir deliberada y rutinariamente los daños ambientales a gran escala. Para ello, identificaré y analizaré tres axiomas fundamentales de la ecología política del capitalismo digital: capitalismo y crecimiento infinitos; solucionismo tecnológico; y civilización verde y digital o barbarie.
Mercancías intensivas en conocimiento
Authors: Caligaris Gastón , Starosta Guido
Published: May 2024

En las últimas décadas el desarrollo de la microelectrónica y de las llamadas tecnologías de la información y comunicación ha implicado la producción creciente de mercancías intensivas en conocimiento. Este fenómeno ha inducido a varios teóricos marxistas a cuestionar la aplicabilidad de la ley del valor para estas mercancías. Es el caso de los teóricos del enfoque del “capitalismo cognitivo” y, más recientemente, de algunos economistas marxistas. Recogiendo los argumentos presentes en esta literatura, en este artículo buscamos someter a un examen crítico la determinación del contenido y forma del valor de las llamadas mercancías intensivas en conocimiento.
Masa indomable
Authors: Navarro Caro Valentín
Published: May 2024

José Ortega y Gasset es uno de los pensadores más brillantes del s. XX español. Su obra, sin embargo, tan alabada en campos como la antropología o la epistemología, ha sido criticada y denostada en el ámbito político por su defensa de la teoría de la élite, hasta el punto de que hay quien lo ha visto como un precursor del fascismo. El objetivo de estas páginas es, por el contrario, mostrar cómo, en contra de lo tradicionalmente sostenido, Ortega es un partidario acérrimo del sistema democrático, a cuya defensa consagró su vida y no solo su obra.
Groundwater Recharge Potential Assessment in Azraq Basin, Jordan Using Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) - GIS and Geophysical Techniques
Authors: Qudsiah Rahma , Al Amoush Hani , Al Adamat Rida
Published: May 2024

This research aimed to determine the optimal locations for artificial groundwater recharge in the central Azraq Basin using geophysical methods and geographic information sciences. The study identified the eight most important criteria affecting the selection of artificial groundwater recharge sites in the area. Using the Analytic Hierarchy Process method, the study determined the weight of each criterion and established ratings based on available literature. GIS with Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis were used to select the most suitable sites for groundwater recharge, revealing that 5.7% of the study area has low suitability for groundwater recharge, 39.5% showed moderate, 46% showed high, while the remaining 8.8% of the study area showed very high suitability of groundwater recharge. The study employed the Electrical Resistivity Tomography geophysical survey method to verify the results. The ERT results showed that the groundwater level depth in the six examined sites was close to the subsurface level and ranged from 5m at ERT-2 (Basalt aquifer) to larger than 22m in ERT-4 (Rijam aquifer B4), indicating that these sites were suitable for groundwater recharge. ERT results also showed the presence of faulted layers and reveal the presence of favourable recharge zone. Overall, the study recommended that the area can be recognized as having a high potential for groundwater recharge, and projects should be developed accordingly. The research findings have important implications for managing and conserving water resources in arid regions. The study highlights the usefulness of geophysical methods and GIS in identifying and assessing suitable locations for artificial groundwater recharge. It also showed the importance of considering multiple criteria and using a structured decision-making approach in complex decision-making problems.
Whole Rock Geochemistry and Petrography of Pyroxenite Veins within Cumulate Dunite, Mawat Ophiolite: Implication for Classification and Petrogenesis, Kurdistan Region, NE Iraq
Authors: Majeed Darun , Yara Irfan
Published: May 2024

The Mawat ophiolite is situated in the Kurdistan region of Iraq. Pyroxenite veins are crossed cut ultramafic Mawat ophiolite. Petrographic study and new geochemical data suggest that Pyroxenite veins in ultramafic units can be classified into two main rock types: websterite and pyroxenite. The websterite veins have a width ranging from 10 to 25 cm and a length of 300 m inside dunite. The pyroxenite veins, on the other hand, have a width of up to 10 cm and extend for around 150 m along dunite rock. Their major element geochemical characteristics emphasized that the websterite has relatively higher contents of SiO2 (49.01–53.02 wt%), CaO (15.3–19.35 wt%), Al2O3 (1.06–1.36 wt%), Σrare earth elements (1.09–2.09 ppm), and low MgO (21.07–23.06 wt%). Pyroxenite rock samples are characterized by relatively low SiO2 (41.01–48.09 wt%), CaO (1.49–12.3 wt%), Al2O3 (0.65–1.29 wt%), Σrare earth elements (0.3–3 ppm), and high MgO (24.04–39.07 wt%). The result of Trace and rare earth elements suggests that pyroxenite veins are formed by partial melting from the extensively depleted mantle. The rare earth element in dunite normalized to chondrite shows a flat to concave trend, whereas chondrite normalized rare earth elements in pyroxenite rock samples are highly depleted (SmN/CeN ~2) and display a negative light rare earth elements trend in comparably flattened positive middle rare earth elements and heavy rare earth elements patterns. This suggests that the vein is generated from supra-subduction zone settings. The enrichment in Ba, Th, and U provides further constraints on re-fertilization mechanisms. The research samples even showed a wide range of high partial melting degrees from the mantle source.
Penciptaan Perempuan (Kajian Q.S.An-Nisa[4]:1)
Authors: Nisa Mir’atun
Published: May 2024

The origin of women's creation cannot be separated from differences in interpretation and discussion in gender discourse. Based on Q.S.An-Nisa[4]: 1, this article aims to look back at the meaning of the verse from an ontological and axiological perspective. The method used in article writing is descriptive analytical. The theoretical framework is Hassan Hanafi's hermeneutic theory which consists of three criticisms, namely historical, eidetic and praxis. The result of the study is that Q.S. An-Nisa[4]:1 can be understood as the equality of the creation of man as a being who has a nafsio-physical unity. The ontologic implication is that women are self-made beings like men. Axiologically, women are no different from men in their roles because the relationship between men and women is equal and complementary.
Drawing New Relationalities with Migrants and Immobile Exiles
Authors: Courier Camille , Winn Laura
Published: May 2024

In this paper, we explore how drawing can be used as transformative educational practice in the context of climate change shifting our relationships with the living world. As a starting point, we share our understanding that we are entering times where the relationships with living systems around us are no longer stable and predictable (Morizot, 2023). Some people experience this instability through forced exile and migrant journeys. Others do not travel but become immobile exiles (Morizot, 2023). This context has invited us to start a co-inquiry into relationality through the practice of drawing. We ground this exploration in four examples from our respective work in the fields of systems change, education of the arts and participatory arts-based research. Each of the examples illustrates how small groups of people - both children and adults - can develop awareness of changing relationalities between humans, other living beings and vibrant matter (Bennett, 2010). In the workshops we have facilitated, the images themselves come alive as quasi-organisms (Simondon, 2022). With a phenomenological gaze, we reflect on their capacity to support the becoming visible of micropolitical agencies with the potential to reconfigure systems towards decisive mutations of plurality (Glissant, 1996).
Unearthing Beauty
Authors: Blakeman Laura
Published: May 2024

This article explores the relationship between experiences of beauty and leadership in times of rupture. It draws from a broad trans-disciplinary literature centering beauty as an aesthetic experience that allows access to more holistic knowledge in the midst of uncertainty. Such an approach, it is argued, can offer leaders distinct pathways to cultivate greater awareness and capability as they sense into, and seek to generatively influence complex living systems. It then describes research where a group of systems leaders were offered a guided experience of beauty. Using an art-based methodology, the findings suggest beauty stimulated an increased aesthetic sensitivity to novel insights, emotions, and perspectives that fell outside of the participants’ customary experience. Additional impacts included a felt-sense of connection with others, an invitation to express oneself more authentically, and a willingness to experience discomfort. Based on these findings, I argue that working with beauty, and with aesthetic processes more generally, may be a critical awareness practice that bridges the logical and the analogical mind and invites an attunement to something larger than the individual self that is at once transpersonal and ecologically grounded. Such an orientation, I argue, builds upon the principles and practices of complexity leadership to include a way of being that is both sensitive to beauty and attempts to create more of it in the world. I call this way of being a leadership of devotion and argue its pursuit invites important inner work: the restoration of our capacity to feel, see, and act in service of a just and equitable future for all.
Art and Science of ‘Escape’
Authors: McKenzie Fiona , Seneque Megan
Published: May 2024

As authors we draw from our experience of hosting two virtual design and imagination labs, where we took a deep dive into the evolution of our economic system with a diverse group, and had a profound collective experience imagining possible alternatives that promote wellbeing and flourishing of people and planet. These labs were convened by the David Suzuki Foundation in Turtle Island/Canada during the pandemic. In each Lab, approximately 60 participants were invited from across government, First Nations communities, civil society, academia, and activism. Both the process of inviting, and the lab design and process, were carefully curated with an intention to bring different world views and perspectives to take a deep dive into re-imagining our economic system. As pracademics and systems change practitioners, we reflect on what is required to make visible the underlying conditions (including worldviews, myths, and metaphors) that keep our current systems in place, and what might be needed to free ourselves to imagine alternatives. We refer to this liberation as ‘escape’ and propose six elements of ‘escape’ for transformation.  The process of unlearning and releasing ourselves from unhelpful limiting assumptions and worldviews applies to those ‘facilitating’ these processes of systemic change, as much as it applies to those participating in the labs. This form of collective practice requires constant vigilance, as no single methodology of framework is fit for purpose. We reflect on what this kind of methodological pluralism invites and offers, as we bring together different ways of knowing and different knowledge systems, and re-imagine alternatives that recognise the limitations and impact of our current economic system on people and planet.
Pendekatan Solution Focused Brief Counseling dalam Konseling Kelompok
Authors: Habsy Bakhrudin Al , Rahmawati Alya , Ariyanti Dwi Wulan , Zahro Chintya Inayatus , Santoso Hikmal Ramadhan Priyo
Published: May 2024

Artikel ini dibuat dengan tujuan menjelaskan mengenai pendekatan Solution Focused-Brief Counseling (SFBC) atau konseling yang fokus pada solusi dalam kegiatan konseling kelompok dengan menggunakan metode penelitian library research. Konseling kelompok merupakan bantuan dsri seorang ahli/konselor kepada konseli yang bertujuan untuk memecah permasalahan bersifat umum dan rumit, seperti permasalahan pribadi, sosial, belajar, dan karir. Informasi dan data yang termuat dalam artikel ini bersumber dari artikel, jurnal, dan skripsi melalui internet yang telah melakukan penelitian terkait pendekatan solution focused-brief counseling sebelumnya. Hasil pembahasan dalam artikel ini meliputi kajian mengenai pendekatan solution focused-brief counseling, yakni pengertian, tahapan, teknik, serta kelebihan dan kekurangan. Pendekatan Solution Focused-Brief Counseling (SFBC) ialah kegiatan konseling yang berpusat pada penemuan solusi untuk megatasi masalah dan mendorong suatu perubahan untuk mengembangkan pribadi konseli. Solution Focused-Brief Counseling (SFBC) memiliki lima tahapan dan lima teknik dalam tata cara pelaksanaannya. Teknik-teknik yang dapat digunakan antara lain, teknik scaling, teknik exception, teknik problem-free talk, teknik miracle question, dan teknik flagging the mainfield. Solution Focused-Brief Counseling (SFBC) menekankan pada singkatnya waktu dan bersifat fleksibel sehingga dapat dikombinasikan dengan pendekatannya konseling lainnya. Artikel ini diharapkan mampu memberikan manfaat dan pengetahuan baru mengenai salah satu pendekatan dalam konseling kelompok bagi guru bimbingan dan konseling, konselor, dan peserta didik.
Double-blind ureteral duplication- a rare cause of a neonatal abdominal cyst: A case report
Authors: Stern Maria Vittoria , Paradiso Filomena Valentina , Rizzo Riccardo , Silvaroli Sara , Pierconti Francesco , Nanni Lorenzo
Published: May 2024

Background: Double-blind ureteral duplication (DBUD) is a rare condition in which one of the ureters in a duplicated system has no communication with the bladder or the renal pelvis.
Case Presentation: We present a neonatal case of DBUD in a newborn girl, associated with a non-functional kidney, initially identified as an abdominal cystic anechoic mass during antenatal ultrasound. A stepwise diagnostic and management approach was undertaken, including prenatal and postnatal imaging, multidisciplinary consultation, and surgical intervention.
Conclusion: Establishing a diagnosis of DBUD requires a systematic approach, incorporating comprehensive prenatal and postnatal assessments. This case is the first reported instance of DBUD diagnosed and treated in the neonatal period, highlighting the importance of early detection and intervention.
Corruption and Economic Growth in BRICS Countries
Authors: Ms. I. Shireesha  , Ms. T. Varalakshmi  , Ms. S. Swarna Shiva
Published: May 2024

The study presents a comprehensive analysis of the Corruption Index (CI) ranks and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, highlighting their economic and governance trends over times. Brazil's stable Corruption Index rankings and fluctuating GDP growth demonstrate the country's economic resilience and the influence of various economic factors. Similarly, Russia's steady Corruption Index rankings and adaptable GDP growth signify the nation's economic resilience. India's consistent Corruption Index ranks and growing GDP reflect the country's economic strength, while China's stable Corruption Index ranks and robust GDP growth demonstrate its economic prowess. South Africa, facing challenges with fluctuating Corruption Index ranks, exhibits gradual improvements in GDP, indicating potential prospects for economic development. Through Correlation coefficient we found positive correlation in Brazil, India, and China, with varying magnitudes of effect. Where negative correlation was found in Russia and South Africa. ANOVA ANALYSIS revealed statistically significant relationships between corruption perception and economic growth were found in Russia, India, and China, with varying magnitudes of effect.
Effectiveness of Reward System on the Employee’s Performance
Authors: Dr. Puttam Lavanya  , Dr. Tavva Varalakshmi  , Goka Sruthi
Published: May 2024

Reward system plays a vital role in the organization. The rewards may be monetary or non-monetary helps the organization to retain its employees in the organization for longer time. Effective reward systems help to achieve organizational goals, improves employee satisfaction. The study explains about: monetary rewards on employee performance, employee recognition programs on employee performance, promotion policies or schemes on employee performance. Historically different studies have proven that reward systems can improve the employee performance. Present study consists of Sample size 200 respondents, selected by using simple random sampling technique. The research design is empirical which included both qualitative and quantitative data. The data is primary, well-structured questionnaires are prepared some part of secondary data is also used for references. (Depth analysis) The study needs to be identified the relationship between monetary reward system and employe performance, with respect to employee satisfaction and retention.
Halalan Tayyiban Food Consumption: An Understanding Level on Gender Among Fully Residential Schools’ Students in Selangor
Authors: Anuar Fatin Nadhirah , Mamat Mohd Nor , Tumiran Mohd Amzari
Published: May 2024

Halalan tayyiban is the main concept of food consumption for the Muslim community. The understanding level of halalan tayyiban may be diverse between males and females. This study aimed to compare the understanding level of halalan tayyiban food consumption among students of fully residential schools in Selangor by gender. Male and female students of fully residential schools in Selangor are involved as respondents (n=490). A questionnaire and IBM SPSS Statistics were utilised as instruments in data collection and data analysis, respectively. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics and non-parametric inferential statistics for comparing two independent group samples, the Mann-Whitney test. Mann-Whitney test indicates that “understanding of halalan tayyiban concept on food consumption” in “male” shows no significant difference (mean rank: 245.55) compared to “female” (mean rank: 245.45) with U=29856, ρ=.978. Overall, this study indicates that the comprehension of the halalan tayyiban concept in food consumption among students at totally residential schools in Selangor is likely to be similar for both males and females. A different population for a group of samples regarding this matter is recommended for future studies.
Analisis Pengurusan Infrastruktur Dakwah dari Perspektif Al-Quran
Authors: Abdul Rahim Mohd. Hisyam , Abdul Razak Azizul Azra , Abdul Jalil Hafizah
Published: May 2024

Pengurusan infrastruktur dakwah merujuk kepada usaha dalam menguruskan sumber infrastruktur dakwah secara sistematik dan efisien dengan menggunakan segala kemudahan yang telah tersedia. Namun dalam konteks Malaysia, kefahaman berkenaan pengurusan infrastruktur dakwah agak kurang diperjelaskan khusus melalui tinjauan al-Quran. Justeru kajian ini bertujuan mengetengahkan aspek pengurusan infrastruktur dari perspektif al-Quran dan menganalisis aktiviti yang berkaitan dengannya. Metode kajian adalah berbentuk kajian kualitatif dengan mengaplikasikan kaedah tafsir maudhu’i bentuk ketiga digunakan bagi mencapai objektif kajian. Hasil kajian telah mengenal pasti beberapa aspek penting perlu diketengahkan iaitu kerangka teori pengurusan infrastruktur dakwah menurut al-Quran yang terdiri daripada proses penyediaan dan penyelenggaraan infrastruktur dakwah. Implikasi kajian ini memberikan gambaran jelas tentang mekanisme pengurusan infrastruktur dakwah dalam konteks dakwah kontemporari menurut perspektif al-Quran.
Impact of Migration On National Security: A Case Study of Border Control Policies in Japan
Authors: Ito Mio
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the impact of migration on national security: a case study of border control policies.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Japan's strict border control policies effectively limit irregular migration and unauthorized entry, enhancing national security. However, concerns arise regarding potential human rights violations, particularly for asylum seekers and refugees. Balancing security with humanitarian considerations is crucial for protecting migrants' rights.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Securitization theory, rational choice theory & social identity theory may be used to anchor future studies on analyze the impact of migration on national security: a case study of border control policies. Implement more transparent and accountable aid allocation mechanisms that prioritize long-term investments in governance reform, economic development, and social inclusion to address the root causes of instability in recipient countries. Advocate for the adoption of coherent and principled aid allocation policies that balance economic interests with the promotion of democratic governance and human rights protections in recipient countries.
Relationship between Music Education and Academic Performance in Elementary Schools in Jamaica
Authors: Rodney David
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the relationship between music education and academic performance in elementary schools in Jamaica.
Materials and Methods: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study indicated that students who participate in music education tend to have higher academic achievement across various subjects, particularly in mathematics and language arts. Music education enhances cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and spatial-temporal skills, which contribute to better problem-solving and reasoning capabilities. Additionally, engaging in music activities fosters discipline, improves social skills, and enhances self-esteem, all of which are conducive to a more effective learning environment. These benefits collectively support the notion that music education can play a crucial role in the holistic development of young students, leading to improved academic outcomes.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Multiple intelligences theory, socio-cultural theory and flow theory may be used to anchor future studies on assessing the relationship between music education and academic performance in elementary schools in Jamaica. Design music education curricula with comprehensive depth and diverse learning experiences to enhance critical thinking, creativity, and academic engagement among elementary school students. Advocate for the integration of music education into the core curriculum of elementary schools, recognizing its significant contributions to cognitive development, academic achievement, and overall student well-being.
Perception of Gender Roles in Modern Art Exhibitions in Nigeria
Authors: Echesony Gibson
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the perception of gender roles in modern art exhibitions in Nigeria.
Materials and Methods: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study indicated that modern art exhibitions have increasingly become a platform for challenging and redefining traditional gender roles. Contemporary artists frequently address themes of gender identity and societal expectations, pushing boundaries and provoking thought. This shift reflects broader cultural movements toward gender equality and fluidity. Exhibitions now often feature works that explore the complexities of gender through various mediums, including painting, sculpture, and digital art. Curators are more consciously inclusive, aiming to represent diverse voices and perspectives. This evolving landscape not only highlights gender disparities but also celebrates non-binary and transgender experiences, fostering a more inclusive and reflective art world. These exhibitions serve as a critical dialogue on the evolving perceptions of gender roles, encouraging audiences to question and rethink preconceived notions about gender in contemporary society.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Feminist theory, social constructionism and postmodernism may be used to anchor future studies on assessing the perception of gender roles in modern art exhibitions in Nigeria. Encourage art institutions to adopt diverse curatorial practices that prioritize equitable representation of artists across genders and identities. Develop and implement institutional policies that prioritize gender diversity, equity, and inclusivity in art exhibitions.
Evaluating the Efficacy of Machine Learning Models in Credit Card Fraud Detection
Authors: Airlangga Gregorius
Published: May 2024

This research evaluates the effectiveness of various machine learning models in detecting credit card fraud within a dataset comprising 555,719 transactions. The study meticulously compares traditional and advanced models, including Logistic Regression, Support Vector Machines (SVM), Random Forest, Gradient Boosting, k-Nearest Neighbors (k-NN), Naive Bayes, AdaBoost, LightGBM, XGBoost, and Multilayer Perceptrons (MLP), in terms of accuracy and reliability. Through a robust methodology involving extensive data preprocessing, feature engineering, and a 5-fold stratified cross-validation, the research identifies XGBoost as the most effective model, demonstrating a near-perfect mean accuracy of 0.9990 with minimal variability. The results emphasize the significance of model choice, data preparation, and the potential of ensemble and boosting techniques in managing the complexities of fraud detection. The findings not only contribute to the academic discourse on fraud detection but also suggest practical applications for real-world systems, aiming to enhance security measures in financial transactions. Future research directions include exploring hybrid models and adapting to evolving fraud tactics through continuous learning systems.
Pengaruh Pengembangan Karier Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Dengan Kompetensi Sebagai Variabel Intervening
Authors: Musfiratun Musfiratun , Gunarto Muji , Geraldina Ira
Published: May 2024

This study aimed to determine whether career development positively impacts employee performance, with competence as an intervening variable (Paser District Health Department case study). Quantitative techniques are used in this study. This cohort consisted solely of Pacer's District Health Department staff, with 203 staff members. The sampling technique was proportionally stratified random samples. The sample included 103 employees. The data collection method used is a questionnaire with a Likert scale of 1-5. The data analysis technique uses a partial least squares (PLS) approach using SmartPLS software. The results of this study show that career development has a positive and significant impact on employee performance and that career development has a positive and significant impact on competency. That competency has a positive and significant impact on employee performance. Giving and showing that career development has a positive and significant impact. Impact on employee performance positively and significantly impacts employee performance through ability as an intervening variable. Thus, we can see that employee career development, supported by the right competencies, can support the achievement of improved performance
IMPACT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE, LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL STRUCTURE ON COMPANY VALUE (EMPIRICAL STUDY OF FOOD AND BAVERAGE SUB-SECTOR COMPANIES LISTED ON THE INDONESIA STOCK EXCHANGE)
Authors: Sofieka Firda Aulia , Munir Anita
Published: May 2024

This research was conducted to determine the relationship and influence between financial performance, liquidity and capital structure on firm value. A total of 14 food and beverage companies were sampled using a purposive sampling technique. The data analysis tool uses the SPSS 25 program using multiple linear regression analysis methods. The independent variables in this study are measured by Return on Assets, Current Ratio and Debt to Equity Ratio. While the dependent variable is measured using the Price Book Value. The standard significance level in this study was 5%. This study produces data that stimulant ratios of financial performance, liquidity, and capital structure have a significant effect on firm value while partially ROA and DER have a positive effect on PBV, DER has no significant effect on PBV.