bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Race and Ethnicity Moderates the Relationship between Family Income Level and Allostatic Load among Adolescents in the United States
Authors: Jennings Mathis Karen , Stroud Laura , Rosenthal Samantha , Ziobrowski Hannah
Published: November 2024

Purpose: People from low-income households are at risk of high allostatic load (AL) in adulthood, which is linked to poor physical and mental health outcomes. It is unclear how early the income-AL link develops and whether this association differs by race and/or ethnicity. We examined associations of family income with high AL among adolescents and whether race and/or ethnicity modified associations.Methods: Cross-sectional, nationally representative data came from 748 US adolescents (aged 12-17 years) who participated in the pre-pandemic 2017–March 2020 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Family income was measured using poverty-income ratio (PIR) and categorized as low-income (PIR < 1.0), middle-income (PIR 1.0–4.0), and high-income (PIR > 4.0). AL was derived from nine biomarkers. Modified Poisson regression models estimated prevalence ratios (PRs) for associations of family income with high AL overall and stratified by race and/or ethnicity (non-Hispanic White, non-Hispanic Black, and Hispanic).Results: Nearly 1 in 5 adolescents (19.7%) met criteria for high AL. Compared to high-income peers, middle-income adolescents had more than twice the prevalence of high AL (PR: 2.16; 95% CI: 1.13, 4.13), and low-income adolescents had nearly triple the prevalence of high AL (PR: 2.98; 95% CI: 1.76, 5.04). Stratified models observed these associations only for non-Hispanic White adolescents, while for non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic youth, associations were attenuated and nonsignificant.Discussion: Higher family income was protective against high AL only for non-Hispanic White adolescents. Minority youth may face additional stressors that diminish the protective effects of higher income.
“Northness”: Poetic Visualization of Data Infrastructure Inequality
Authors: Ludwig Luiz Torres , KOSMINSKY DORIS CLARA
Published: November 2024

“Northness” is an installation that maps the latitudes of the servers that host the most popular websites in Brazil. Composed of three-dimensional typographic sculptures, a touch screen and projection, the work allows the public to visualize and locate the servers of the one hundred most accessed websites in Brazil. This installation is part of research in artistic data visualization that addresses issues of the data infrastructure sustaining our society, highlighting the Global North’s dominance in data flows. “Northness” was featured in the exhibition “Numerical Existence: Emergencies,” which took place in 2024 at the Futuros Cultural Center in Brazil.
Cognitive Bases of Bilingual Morphological Awareness: Evidence from Hong Kong Chinese Children
Authors: LU Chloé Xintong , Zhang Anna Jia-Jun , Maurer Urs , McBride Catherine , Inoue Tomohiro
Published: November 2024

We examined the within- and cross-language cognitive predictors of morphological awareness in L1 Chinese and L2 English in Hong Kong Chinese children. Three hundred twenty-seven Chinese-English bilingual children (Mage = 87.29 months; 50.4% female) in Grades 1 to 4 were assessed on nonverbal IQ, phonological awareness, vocabulary knowledge, orthographic awareness, and morphological awareness in both languages. Results of path analyses showed that Chinese phonological awareness, vocabulary knowledge, and orthographic awareness all predicted Chinese morphological awareness after controlling for the effects of age and nonverbal IQ. English vocabulary knowledge and orthographic awareness predicted English morphological awareness. In addition, Chinese vocabulary knowledge and morphological awareness predicted English morphological awareness over and above the effects of English vocabulary knowledge and orthographic awareness. These findings suggest that morphological awareness in L1 Chinese and L2 English may share semantic processes, providing evidence for the cross-linguistic associations of bilingual morphological awareness.
Novel Algorithmic Framework for High-Fidelity Ransomware Detection Using Entropy-Based Behavioural Signatures
Authors: Altais Benedict , Arkwright Beatrice , Ashbourne Tobias , Middleham Elliot
Published: November 2024

A novel approach leveraging entropy-based analysis introduces a transformative framework for detecting malicious file behaviors with unprecedented precision. Entropy metrics, combined with advanced behavioral mapping algorithms, allow for the identification of complex and often concealed ransomware operations. Unlike traditional methods constrained by static signatures, the proposed system adapts dynamically to a wide array of ransomware variants, including polymorphic and multi-layer encrypted threats. The integration of machine learning models enhances detection accuracy through the correlation of entropy fluctuations with malicious activities, addressing limitations inherent in existing methodologies. Experimental evaluations demonstrated consistent performance across diverse ransomware families, highlighting significant improvements in detection accuracy and false-positive rates. An innovative modular architecture ensures scalability across heterogeneous environments, accommodating variations in network configurations, file types, and operational contexts. The study further examined entropy fluctuation patterns, showcasing their potential in distinguishing benign anomalies from ransomware-specific behaviors. High sensitivity to encryption depths underscores the robustness of the approach, while the system's low latency enables effective deployment in real-time applications. Performance benchmarks revealed significant advancements over traditional static, dynamic, and hybrid detection methods, solidifying the framework's relevance in modern cybersecurity ecosystems. Results from extensive testing highlight its applicability in mitigating evolving ransomware threats, paving the way for more adaptive and reliable threat detection systems. Comprehensive insights into entropy-driven analysis and its application in ransomware detection mark a step forward in proactive threat mitigation strategies. By introducing a generalizable and efficient detection model, the study provides a meaningful contribution to advancing the capabilities of cybersecurity infrastructures worldwide.
Когнитивная модель: глубинные убеждения как производные мотивов и потребностей
Authors: Halkin Oleksandr
Published: November 2024

Повышению эффективности когнитивной терапии препятствуют трудности обнаружения и замещения глубинных убеждений, лежащих в основании расстройств. Модель когнитивной терапии А.Бека, фактически ставшая стандартом, оставляет за кадром корни глубинных убеждений. Между тем задача замещения глубинных убеждений упрощается, если становятся понятными причины, их породившие. В статье рассматриваются глубинные мотивы, потребности, ценности и интенции как предшественники, психологические и экзистенциальные основания глубинных убеждений. Мотивы и ценности, в свою очередь, указывают (в соответствии с А.Маслоу) на уровень развития личности. Таким образом, задача когнитивной терапии может быть расширена — от коррекции эмоциональных реакций до помощи пациенту в личностном развитии.
Decoding sub-seasonal drivers of extreme heat with interpretable machine learning
Authors: Alexander Jagger , Yang Zong-Liang
Published: November 2024

As climate change accelerates, heat waves are becoming more frequent, intense, and deadly. Enhancing predictive capabilities through a better understanding of sub-seasonal drivers of extreme heat is crucial for adaptation efforts. This study utilizes an interpretable machine learning model, implementing Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost) with SHapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP), to evaluate the predictive strength of various climate factors—including local weather, global climate indices, geopotential heights, soil moisture, and sea surface temperatures—on extreme daily maximum temperatures. This model demonstrates strong predictive performance for extreme heat in Austin, TX, USA, on the sub-seasonal time scale, with soil moisture features emerging as more influential than atmospheric features. Notably, our analysis uncovers previously underexplored teleconnections between distant soil moisture anomalies and local extreme heat, warranting further investigation. It is also shown that the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) has predictive value for extreme heat in Austin, underscoring its utility relative to other indices like ENSO and NAO. This method shows promise for application to other cities and for integration with dynamical modeling approaches, advancing sub-seasonal extreme heat forecasting more broadly.
Self Super-Resolution of Time-Separated Multispectral Bands
Authors: Garg Ankur , Sarkar Meenakshi , Moorthi Dr. S Manthira , Dhar Debajyoti
Published: November 2024

The usual system design compromise in high resolution satellites is to have a higher spatial resolution panchromatic (PAN) channel with 3 or 4 lower spatial resolution multispectral (MX) channels and generate a high spatial & spectral resolution prod- uct on ground by making use of the fusion techniques. Since the telescopes of such systems are designed to cater to modulation transfer function (MTF) requirements of higher resolution PAN channel, the MX channels generally have high MTF value at their Nyquist frequency and hence the data is aliased. Also, the general design in such systems is to keep along track separation between MX detectors in the focal plane which results in these channels seeing the same target on ground one after the other with time separation. Due to this design choice, multiple factors such as relative change in satellite attitude, effect occurring by differing look angles and elevation of the terrain, and misalignment occurring due to slight rotation that can occur between detectors placements of these channels. contribute to sub-pixel shifts between MX channels during inorbit imaging. This paper proposes an approach to increase the resolution of MX channels without using any high resolution auxiliary channel, by exploiting high MTF present in the MX channels and misregistration arising due to imaging time separation. A new prior which can be used to adap- tively preserve edges and reduce noise simultaneously, a method which increases the robustness in point spread function (PSF) estimation from stellar have also been proposed. Experiments show that the resolution of MX can be improved from 1.6m to 1m without using any PAN band for ISRO’s Cartosat-2E i.e. self-superresolution. Our method is generic and can be applied to data from any satellite. The method is especially useful for increasing the resolution of satellites which have only multi- spectral channels without a higher resolution panchromatic channel.
Understanding Green Gaming: A Systematic Review of Environmental Awareness and Terminology in Video Game Research
Authors: Ho Manh-Toan , Le Ngoc-Thang B. , Nguyen Huyen Thanh Thanh
Published: November 2024

The rapid growth of video games as important cultural and economic forces has sparked a clear interest in making the industry more environmentally friendly. One of the prominent examples is the push for green gaming. However, the movement has not successfully taken off. Academically, the term “green gaming” is being used interchangeably between other terms such as “ecological games,” or “ecogames.” The study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines to systematically examine the question of what is green gaming? Searching from Web of Science, Google Scholar, and other sources, the author have found 50 eligible documents of various types such as books, articles, doctoral theses. Systematic review of these documents highlights a sparse and understudied nature of the topic video games and environments. Moreover, there is also a lack of clear definition and distinction between various terminologies, which leads to the abovementioned interchanged use of different terminologies in both academic and public writings. In conclusion, the study suggests the term “green gaming” should be understood as an aspect of the green consumption movement.
A Systematic Review: The Potential Role of Instrumental Music in Managing Psychosis
Authors: Kwok Jessiree Jie Ning , Weihan Angela Ng
Published: November 2024

Instrumental music has been recognized for its therapeutic potential, particularly in reducing agitation and distress in individuals with a history of psychosis. In the medical context, numerous studies have highlighted the efficacy of music therapy in alleviating symptoms of psychosis. However, a comprehensive review of this body of work is limited. Till date, there have only been six systematic reviews identified, with just two conducted in the past eight years. This systematic literature review aims to consolidate and discuss current findings on the effect of instrumental music in managing psychotic episodes. Following the PRISMA guidelines, we conducted a search across five major databases – ScienceDirect, Scopus, PubMed, DOAJ, and Google Scholar – resulting in the identification of 12 peer-reviewed studies for inclusion. Key topics explored in this review include: (1) the efficacy of instrumental music in reducing psychotic triggers across different demographic groups; (2) its impact on various forms of clinical psychosis; (3) the influence of music duration on treatment outcomes; (4) the comparative effectiveness of different genres of instrumental music; and (5) theoretical frameworks that underpin the therapeutic mechanisms of music in psychosis management. The findings support the potential of instrumental music as an adjunctive therapy in reducing psychotic symptoms, with implications for both clinical practice and future research. Further longitudinal studies are recommended, particularly those involving diverse population groups and extended follow-up periods, to better understand the sustained impact of music therapy on psychosis, both during clinical treatment and post-discharge.
A Micro-Phenomenological Self-Description of the Proprioceptive Attention Process
Authors: de Carvalho Ricardo Ramos
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Micro-phenomenology is a rigorous interview method that investigates how lived experiences are perceived. Objective: This paper presents a Micro-phenomenological self-description of proprioceptive attention, with the objective of supporting the design of a future study that will use the Micro-phenomenological interview. Method: A micro-phenomenological self-interview was conducted by the author of this paper, with the intention of detecting how attention moves between different parts of the body. Results: The role of the throat and eye region in the orientation of this attention was observed, manifested through light tensions and movements that establish a kind of "subtle internal posture". In addition, associated sensations were identified, such as changes in breathing and general body state, which seem to derive from these initial actions. Discussion: To facilitate future participants to perceive the sensations associated with the identified attentional process, an orientation focused on breathing was proposed. This approach aims to promote indirect identification and familiarization with subtle movements and tensions in the throat region, without explicit instructions aimed directly at this area. Conclusion: Micro-phenomenological self-exploration revealed pre-reflexive actions that seem to play an important role in helping to guide proprioceptive attention. In addition, the additional sensations observed – especially related to breathing – offer subsidies to develop strategies that lead - without inducing - naïve participants to the perception of these subtle movements in a future study, which were expressed in the form of preparatory orientations.
How Do Social Network Features Shape Segregation? A Simulation Study.
Authors: Fürsich Laura
Published: November 2024

This paper provides an analytical exploration of how network characteristics influence residential segregation. Building upon the foundational Schelling model, I develop an Agent-based simulation wherein agents are embedded within a social network structure. This approach allows for the experimental manipulation of network features such as homophily, clustering, and degree, enabling the assessment of their individual and combined impacts on segregation levels, patterns, and the stability of the socio-spatial system. I find that certain configurations of these network features can exacerbate residential sorting to levels exceeding those predicted by the original Schelling model. These outcomes underscore the critical role of social network dynamics, particularly the significance of weak ties, in driving a system toward a segregated state. The results contribute to the broader sociological discourse on social networks, highlighting the complex interplay between network structure and social phenomena, and offering new insights into the mechanisms underlying residential segregation.
Evaluation of carrot varieties for morphological traits, yield attributes and nutritional profile in Bhaktapur, Nepal
Authors: Paudel Pradeep , Subedi Arjun
Published: November 2024

Carrot is an important root vegetable and commonly used as a snack, part of salads, cooked in curries and used in making pickles. A research was carried out to evaluate the performance of different carrot varieties for their morphological traits, yield attributing characters and nutritional parameters from Feb 2023 to June 2023 at Thimi Municipality-2, Bhaktapur. There were five carrot varieties such as Nepa Dream, Red Champion, Sigma, SK3, and New Kuroda. The experimental design was Randomized Complete Block Design with four replications. Results showed that there were significant differences in growth parameters, morphological characters, and nutrient composition. Nepa Dream showed the greatest root length (25.24 cm), weight (100.25 g), total yield (27.48 t/ha), βcarotenoid (12.34 mg/100 g), dry matter (12.35%) and TSS (11.25 ºBrix). New Kuroda had the maximum plant length (78.17 cm). The results of the current study showed that varieties differed significantly for morphological traits, yield attributes and other nutritional aspects. Nepa Dream was found to be the appropriate variety in terms of yield, TSS, β-carotene and dry matter content for growing at Thimi, Bhaktapur, Nepal. Among other varieties, SK3 seemed to be the promising for its overall traits and so it needs to be further tested over multiple seasons and locations.
Abiotic and biotic factors affecting formation of soil in the Earth
Authors: Kafle Gandhiv
Published: November 2024

The soil is formed and affected by a number of biotic and abiotic factors. The soil forming factors are climate, organisms, relief, parent material and time.  A review on factors of soil formation was carried out with support from relevant literatures in this study. This review provides an overview of factors of soil formation with relevant research findings which could be useful to undergraduate and graduate students in agriculture and forestry sectors. Climate, organisms, relief, parent material and time are universally accepted factors of soil formation. Recently, ‘human activities’ has been discussed widely for its recognition as a soil forming factor. The soil forming factors are interacting and changing over time, so a system approach may be needed to understand their dynamics and impacts.
Farmers’ perception about major insect pests of cucurbits and their management in Arghakhanchi, Nepal
Authors: Parajuli Nikita , Khanal Kapil , Nepal Anish , Bastakoti Bipin
Published: November 2024

Cucurbits are important vegetable crops widely cultivated in subtropical and tropical regions, including Arghakhanchi, Nepal. To understand farmers' perceptions on major insect pests of cucurbits and their management in this region, a survey was conducted from February 2023 to May 2023 in Sandhikharka municipality and Chhatradev rural municipality, involving 110 selected respondents applying a stratified random sample method. Data were gathered through focus group discussions (FGD), key informant interviews (KII), and preliminary field visits. Secondary data were collected and analyzed. The results revealed that farmers ranked insect pests and diseases as their most severe problem, with an index value of 0.892, while climate change was the least severe, with an index value of 0.337. Red pumpkin beetle was identified as the most severe insect pest at the seedling (69.1%) and vegetative stages (50.9%), while fruit flies were most severe at the fruiting stage (79.1%). The 67.3% of the respondents reported a moderately increased occurrence of insect pests compared to past years. Most farmers (90%) relied on chemical pesticides, followed by mechanical, cultural, botanical, and physical methods for pest control. However, only 23.6% of farmers knew about Integrated Pest Management (IPM), with a low level of IPM adoption at 40.9%. The study highlights the potential for enhanced cucurbit production if farmers are provided with IPM knowledge, technical support, and improved irrigation facilities.
Impact of wild pigs in agriculture and their management
Authors: Rai Sajana
Published: November 2024

Wild pigs cause substantial damage to the agriculture crops and leads to the economic loss of rural farmers. They harm the environment by shifting plant composition and decreasing its productivity. Wild pigs destroy habitat, predation and competes for resources with rare, threatened and endangered species in ecosystem. Their damage in fields can be accessed by regular monitoring which can be achieve by the use of drones. The management approaches to control wild pig encroachment in farm lands are baiting, hunting, fencing and catching with the use of dogs. Among them shooting or hunting is more common in practice. In addition, they transmit the various diseases like classical swine fever and Brucella spp. to livestock. This review summarizes the importance of wild pigs as genetic resources, factors affecting human-wild pig conflict, crop raiding and economic loss and various management approaches. This study suggests the controlling of wild pigs in farm lands which leads to the increase in agricultural production.
Application of production function approach to estimate the economics of broiler production in the Rupandehi district of Nepal
Authors: Aryal Niranjan , Dhital Bhargav , Karna Bimal Kumar Lal , Lamichhane Jeevan , Khanal Shiva
Published: November 2024

A study was conducted in a year 2020 A.D to analyze the application of production function approach to estimate costs and returns, resource use efficiency, and problem in broiler production. A total of 120 broiler farmers were selected representing small, medium and large farms, also 10 number of wholesalers, retailers and consumers were selected for market study and interviewed with a pre-tested questionnaire. The data were collected, entered and analyzed by using SPSS and MS-Excel. The total cost of production per bird was maximum (Rs.372.93) in small and minimum (Rs.340.96) in large farms, it was Rs.361.42 in medium farms. FCR for small farms was 1.67, for medium 1.81 and for large farms 1.89. It was further seen that the B: C ratios 1.27 for small farms, 1.25 for medium, and 1.34 for large farms. It was clear that large farm is more profitable as compare to small farm. Cobb-douglas production function analysis showed that with every other factors remaining constant an increase in 100% in the chicken cost, feed cost, vaccine cost and others cost the gross return was expected to be increased by 3.75, 8.6, 2.6 and 1.7 % respectively. The different agent involve in the marketing of broiler are producer, retailer, wholesaler, dealers, commission agent, middleman and finally consumers. The SWOT analysis was done on the basis of the interview taken by all the stakeholder in the study area of the district. In spite of broiler production potentiality, there were many constraints in production, marketing and research site which need to be addressed by enhancing technology adoption, such as targeted training programs and financial support, could contribute to sustainable broiler farming practices in the research site.
Effects of meteorological and agricultural droughts on crop production in Arsi Zone Ethiopia
Authors: Tullu Gezahegn Mergia , Guta Mekuanint Tariku
Published: November 2024

Natural disasters, known as droughts, are mostly brought on by a prolonged decrease in precipitation levels. In the Arsi zone, there is an undiscovered study gap regarding the transmission of drought impacts and factors. The primary goal is to assess how crop output is affected by weather patterns and agricultural droughts while also offering direction for the research area. The Ethiopian Meteorology Institute provided meteorological data, and CHG-UCSB provided CHIRPS data for the years 1991 through 2020. Data on runoff and soil moisture were sourced from USGS FEWS NET between 1991 and 2020, while information on cereal crops was sourced from the Ethiopian Statistical Service between 1995 and 2020. The analysis tools that were employed were ANN, Python, and DrinC. The study's findings demonstrated the spatiotemporal droughts that stretched across time scales from SPI3 and RDI3 to SPI12 and RDI12. Drought indices showed a range of drought events over short to long time scales, including meteorological, agricultural, and hydrological droughts that were mild, moderate, severe, and intense. The Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) and the Reconnaissance Drought Index (RDI) showed a significant and increasing propensity to correlate throughout both short and long time periods, but the severity of the droughts differed. With magnitudes of 0.83 across time scales, the maize and barley yield drought correlation was found to be highly correlated. In terms of time scales, the barley and wheat yield drought correlation value was 0.95, while the maize and wheat yield drought correlation was 0.77. Meteorological droughts lead to agricultural droughts, which significantly reduce crop yields in the study area. The degree of the spatiotemporal drought has an impact on the output of wheat, barley, and maize crops throughout time. The results of this work can help improve monitoring and mitigation of droughts, especially for future drought data, and can improve our understanding of the mechanisms causing zonal droughts. This allows us to plan and manage our water resources, soil conservation, and drought-tolerant crop choices in the research region in a more sustainable manner.
Examining the Media Coverage of the 2024 Indonesian Presidential Election on Tempo.co's Online Platforms
Authors: Yusmanizar Yusmanizar , Mahdar Mahdar , Syahruddin Syahruddin , Menungsa Abdul Sarlan , Alim Nur
Published: November 2024

This article discusses the analysis of news content about conditions after the 2024 Presidential and Vice Presidential Elections. Researchers will analyze six news reported by Tempo.co online media between February 15 and 18, 2024. The news is analyzed to find out how journalism works and construct reality carried out by Tempo.co. The media, which is business-under the auspices of the Tempo Media Group company, has been known to be independent and critical. This research uses Holsti Theory or (Holsti Theory) to analyze the content of Tempo.co news with descriptive analysis methods. The subject of this study is Tempo.co as a source of information researchers get data. The object of research is six post-2024 Presidential Election news on the Tempo.co page of the February 15-18, 2024 edition. Supporting sources for this research are books and other research journals that can explain the information needed by researchers. The results showed that Tempo.co reported the dynamics of the 2024 Presidential Election within the framework of critical, analytical, and independent journalism, but still prioritized the principle of balancing or covering both sides, verified, and factual (based on facts). Tempo.co presents news about the presidential election without having a tendency of interest and only presents facts with the selection of competent sources. This is evidenced by the variation of post-Presidential Election news without cornering any of the three existing Presidential Candidate-Vice President pairs.

Keywords: Content Analysis; Journalism; Presidential Election; Tempo.co
PSSI Crisis Response Strategy : Analysis of Kanjuruhan Tragedy News on Media Detik.com
Authors: PuspitaSari Tarisa Hayu , Purworini Dian
Published: November 2024

A crisis is a situation or incident that can threaten an organization's reputation. One of the incidents that caused an organizational crisis was the Kanjuruhan tragedy. The existence of the Kanjuruhan tragedy, PSSI as a federation, is in the public spotlight for its response and actions. PSSI needs to give the right response so that the crisis does not have a negative impact on the organization's image. This research aims to find out the image restoration strategy used by PSSI in dealing with the crisis. This research uses Benoit's Image Restoration Theory.  In describing PSSI's strategy, this research uses a descriptive quantitative method. The population used all news about PSSI's response to the Kanjuruhan tragedy published on Detik.com in October-November 2022. Sampling used the purposive sampling method. The results of this study show that PSSI uses all categories of image restoration strategies, such as denial, evasion of responsibility, reducing offensiveness, corrective action, and mortification. The evasion of responsibility strategy is the most dominant strategy, but it is not effective in improving the image because it avoids responsibility.

Keywords: Content Analysis; Crisis; Image Restoration Theory; Reputation.
Transcendental Communication Strategies in Ruqyah Therapy: Unveiling the Power of Dialogue between Healers and Spiritual Entities
Authors: Homsatun Atun
Published: November 2024

Man can't get rid of his need to communicate in everyday life, whether it's interpersonal, interpersonal, group or mass communication and so is transcendental communication. This study aims to explain how the practitioner performs the rituals in order to be able to communicate with the jin during the ritualization process and describe how the impact occurs after the occurrence of tarnsendental communication between the jin and the jin. This research uses qualitative methods with a phenomenological approach. This study found that the strategy implemented by the practitioner in order to be able to communicate with the jin exists in three stages, namely, first, the formulation of the communication strategy. Second, the implementation relates to the outcome of the diagnosis. Third, the evaluation relating to the validity of the dialogue with the Jin. Further findings, the effect of transcendental communication covers three aspects that occur to the jin and the jin: the aspect of change of knowledge, the aspects of changes of attitude and the aspect of change in behavior.

Keywords: Communication Strategy, Transcendental, Ruqyah.
Peningkatan Sumber Daya Manusia Sebagai Landasan Pengembangan Berkelanjutan Di Pondok Pesantren
Authors: Trisnawati Ira , Aflaha Ardhina Nur , Hasanah Miratul
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian tentang Peningkatan Sumber Daya Manusia sebagai Landasan Pengembanagan Berkelanjutan di Pondok Pesantren. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui: (1) deskripsi perencanaan sumber daya manusia di pondok pesantren Darul Mukhlisin Kendari, Sulawesi Tenggara (2) deskripsi upaya yang dilakukan untuk meningkatkan sumber daya manusia di pondok pesantren Darul Mukhlisin Kendari, Sulawesi Tenggara.
Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif, dengan pendekatan kualitatif interaktif yang berupa studi kasus. Pengumpulan data penelitian ini menggunakan metode observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Setelah itu data yang telah terkumpul dianalisis dengan tahapan reduksi data, penyajian data dan yang terakhir adalah verifikasi atau menarik kesimpulan.
Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa: (1) Perencanaan sumber daya manusia pondok pesantren Darul Mukhlisin, yaitu Ada 2 cara dalam melakukan perencanaan peningkatan sumber daya manusia di pondok pesantren Darul Mukhlisin, yaitu: analisis kebutuhan kegiatan dan analisis kompetensi sumber daya manusia yang ada. (2) Upaya yang dilakukan untuk meningkatkan sumber daya manusia pondok pesantren Darul Mukhlisin terdiri dua bagian. Upaya yang dilakukan untuk meningkatkan sumber daya manusia dalam hal ini untuk tenaga pendidik dan kependidikan di pondok pesantren Darul Mukhlisin yaitu melakukan pendidikan dan pelatihan-pelatihan. Sedangkan untuk santri pengembangan melalui jiwa kepemimpinan, life skill, dan penanaman jiwa kesosialan.
Investigation of the effect of low back pain severity on functional level, quality of life and fear-avoidance behavior in women with hip osteoarthritis
Authors: Hareket Sümena , Aslan Telci Emine , Büker Nihal , Ök Nusret , Şenol Hande
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT
Purpose: The objective of the this study was to investigate the effect of low back pain (LBP) severity on functional level, quality of life (QoL), and fear-avoidance behavior in patients with hip osteoarthritis (HOA).
Material and Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted on a total of 43 female patients diagnosed with HOA. The patients were divided into two groups according to pain intensity; group 1 consisted of patients with moderate-to-high intensity low back pain (VAS: 3.5-10 cm; n=21), group 2 consisted of patients with mild back pain (VAS: 0.5-3.49 cm; n=22) occurred. Functional level (Lumbar Spine Mobility, Harris Hip Score, Timed Up and Go Test), quality of life (Nottingham Health Profile) and kinesiophobia (Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia) were evaluated.
Results: When the groups were compared, it was found that the QoL, QoL-pain and emotional reactions sub-parameters scores of Group 1 were significantly higher than Group 2 (p0.05).
Conclusion: The results of our study showed that the QoL were negatively affected in patients with moderate-high severity of LBP in HOA in comparison with mild severity of LBP.
El agua en el semiárido de Jalisco: Sequía, vulnerabilidad, cambio climático y derechos humanos
Authors: López Ramírez Mario Edgar , De la Peña Domene Marinés , Macías Ascanio Ana Sofía , Soto Rivas Loreto Irene , Ochoa–García Heliodoro , Peralta Varela Carlos Armando
Published: November 2024

San Juan de los Lagos y Lagos de Moreno, ciudades que han conformado la historia, la actividad productiva y el tejido social en la región de los Altos de Jalisco, México, enfrentan desafíos y retos en torno a la gestión del agua, la sequía y el cambio climático. El presente volumen es el resultado de una investigación interdisciplinaria que muestra lo que sucede en este territorio mediante la comprensión de sus escenarios de vulnerabilidad y a través de información científico–técnica a fin de generar políticas capaces de hacerles frente.
Esta información ha sido sistematizada a partir de tres conceptos: la ecología política, el institucionalismo y el ciclo hidrosocial, entendiendo este último como un enfoque que logra un análisis más integral sobre las relaciones de poder entre “los flujos del agua y la sociedad”. Incorpora, además, los datos obtenidos en grupos focales, talleres y entrevistas con funcionarios y productores ganaderos de la región, lo que permite el conocimiento de la forma en que los propios actores entienden su realidad socioambiental a la vez que expone las vicisitudes que conlleva hacer valer los derechos humanos relacionados con el medio ambiente.
Este estudio pretende aportar soluciones que incidan en el diseño e implementación de mejores políticas públicas y brindar elementos para fortalecer y transformar la acción de las instituciones encargadas del cuidado de las zonas semiáridas.
Determinantes da demanda por encomendas dos Correios do Brasil: uma abordagem sobre a modalidade à vista
Authors: De Oliveira Carminati João Guilherme , Candido da Silva Filho Osvaldo
Published: November 2024

Este artigo tem por objetivo estimar uma equação para a demanda de encomendas dos Correios do Brasil, modalidade à vista, bem como buscar determinar a elasticidade-preço da demanda e a elasticidade-renda da demanda por encomendas à luz da teoria econômica e do cenário do comércio eletrônico brasileiro. Os resultados apontam para uma demanda elástica aos preços e sensível às variações na renda. O nível de desenvolvimento do comércio eletrônico apresenta impacto negativo no volume de encomendas em sua modalidade à vista. Em sentido oposto, o desenvolvimento do e-commerce tem impacto positivo significativo na quantidade global de encomendas dos Correios (soma das modalidades à vista e a faturar) – podendo ser considerado como o principal indutor da demanda por encomendas no Brasil e nos demais correios do mundo.
Effect of modifier reagent on sulfite ion oxidation during selective separation of copper and lead sulfides
Authors:   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Our Beneficiation JSC, Turysbekov D.  , Semushkina L.  ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Our Beneficiation JSC, Kaldybayeva Zh.  ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Our Beneficiation JSC, Tussupbayev N.  ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Our Beneficiation JSC, Narbekova S.  ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Our Beneficiation JSC, Mukhamedilova A.  ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Our Beneficiation JSC
Published: November 2024

Oxidation of minerals and reagents, the mechanism of interaction of components of the liquid phase of the pulp between themselves and with the surface of ore-forming minerals have the greatest impact on selective flotation. The study of redox processes occurring in sulfide ores and pulps and leading to changes in the physical and chemical surface properties of minerals is an urgent task. The influence of divalent and trivalent forms of iron on the oxidation of sulfite ions in the pH range of 6-12 at different flotation conditions has been studied. It was found that 95-98% of sulfite ions are oxidized in the pH range of 6-8.5 in the presence of a mixture of divalent and trivalent iron oxides under aeration conditions for 8-10 min.
Study of acid treatment of lithium-manganese precursors
Authors:   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC, Yersaiynova A.A. , Yessengaziyev A.M. ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC, Karshyga Z.B. ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC, Orynbayev B.M. ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC
Published: November 2024

Lithium production in Kazakhstan could be strategically important for the country as there has been a growing demand for this metal for the production of lithium-ion batteries, which are widely used in electric vehicles, portable devices and for storing energy from renewable sources. In addition, Kazakhstan is actively developing its lithium industry and is looking for ways to make the most efficient use of its lithium resources to support global energy. The use of highly selective sorbents can play a decisive role in the development of lithium-containing natural resources. The paper presents the results of research on acid treatment. X-ray phase analysis showed that the obtained manganese dioxide sorbent has a cubic crystal lattice structure.
Study of the influence of hydrophobic polymers on the wettability of minerals: chalcopyrite, galena and pyrite
Authors:   Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC, Satbayev University, Tussupbayev N. , Nabawi R.A. ,   Universitas Negeri Padang, Samenova N. ,   Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC, Satbayev University, Yusoff A.H. ,   Universiti Malaysia Kelantan
Published: November 2024

This study investigates the impact of hydrophobic polymers on the wettability and flotation efficiency of key minerals, including chalcopyrite, galena, pyrite, and quartz. Copolymers based on [[2-(methacryloyloxy) ethyl] trimethylammonium chloride] and styrene were synthesized using radiation copolymerization in various ratios. The chemical structures of the copolymers were confirmed through IR spectroscopy, highlighting the key functional groups that contribute to their effectiveness in modifying mineral surfaces. Contact angle measurements were used to assess the changes in wettability of mineral surfaces treated with these hydrophobic polymers. Results showed that the application of the copolymers significantly reduced the contact angles of chalcopyrite, galena, and pyrite, indicating an increase in their surface hydrophobicity. The study also explored the combined use of the polymers with traditional flotation reagents, such as sodium butyl xanthate, demonstrating a synergistic effect that enhanced the flotation process by further reducing contact angles and improving selectivity. The findings suggest that hydrophobic polymers can optimize flotation efficiency by altering the surface properties of minerals, leading to higher recovery rates and improved separation of valuable minerals from waste materials. Additionally, the use of polymers has the potential to reduce the environmental impact of flotation processes by lowering the consumption of toxic reagents.
Adsorption of chromate ions (VI) from solutions formed during processing of high-chromium ilmenite concentrate using interpolymer systems
Authors:   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC, Toilanbay G. , Panigrahi M. ,   Vellore Institute of Technology, Baishibekov A. ,   Satbayev University, Institute of Metallurgy and Ore Beneficiation JSC, Rutkowska-Gorczyca M. ,   Wrocław University of Science and Technology
Published: November 2024

The paper presents the results of the sorption of chromium (VI) ions from solutions, obtained during the processing of high-chromium ilmenite concentrate using the simultaneous co-presence of anionite (AB-17-8(Na)) and cationite (KU-2-8(Na)). Under static conditions, the sorption behavior of two polymer hydrogels was studied at different molar ratios of polymers to determine their sorption capacity towards chromium (VI) ions. The investigated polymer systems were formed at molar ratios of KU-2-8(Na) and AB-17-8(Na), respectively: 6:0, 4:2, 3:3, 2:4 и0:6. The sorption efficiency of interpolymer hydrogel systems towards chromate ions (VI) in solutions obtained during the processing of ilmenite concentrate has been studied. An interpolymer system with two types of hydrogels: anionic (AB-17-8(Na)) and cationic (KU-2-8(Na)) was studied. Different molar ratios of these polymers were tested to evaluate their combined effect on the sorption of chromate ions. A Shimadzu atomic absorption spectrometer was used to analyze the samples. The results showed that the simultaneous presence of the two polymers in the system enhanced the efficiency of the sorption process compared to using either of them individually. It was also demonstrated that the best sorption occurred when both polymers were present, with optimum performance at a ratio of 2:4. The combined presence of anionic and cationic polymers enhances the sorption process of chromium compared to the use of either polymer alone.
Girlhood and Transmedia Practice in The Tea Dragon Society
Authors: Gibson Mel
Published: November 2024

In this article, I explore the significance of transmedia to contemporary independent comics through analyzing aspects of production, engagement, and content in a small-scale fantasy-based franchise, The Tea Dragon Society, that celebrates diversity and interconnectedness. This transmedia franchise centers predominantly on girl characters and is aimed mainly at 8–12-year-olds. The depiction of girlhood in the storyworld can be seen to be linked to how the overall franchise works and I argue that both can be seen as being in flux and potentially boundless, yet also bounded. The franchise also intertwines girlhood and craft cultures in the storyworld, modeling activity with which the creator hopes the target audience will engage in the real world and reflecting the franchise itself as it, too, represents crafting.
Girlhood Reimagined
Authors: Dong Lan
Published: November 2024

I examine how Malaka Gharib's I Was Their American Dream and It Won't Always Be Like This frame, embody, and reimagine girlhood through a multicultural transnational lens. Born in California, Gharib grew up with Filipino and Egyptian heritage. Taking advantage of the formal properties of comics, her work situates her memories and experiences at the intersection of ethnicity, gender, and transnational encounters. I interrogate how these books visualize the connection between girlhood and mixed heritage through the artist-narrator's interactions with and observation of her Filipino mother and relatives in the United States and her father, stepmother, half-siblings, and neighbors in Egypt. I also examine how the multimodality of comics draws on tropes of girlhood to enable representation through the depiction and layering of different selves.
Empowering Girls in the Transnational W.I.T.C.H. Magazine and Comic Series
Authors: Martino Simona Di
Published: November 2024

The Italian-made comics series W.I.T.C.H. and the homonymous magazine enjoyed global success. The series tells the story of five girls who discover they have magical powers and are called on to save the universe from evil forces. I investigate this transnational and transmedia series and explore how girls’ empowerment is pursued through the trope of the teenage witch in the comics’ storyline, revealing the hybridization of manga, European, and Disney graphic styles and themes, and in the magazine itself where the editors use techniques of engagement with readers (surveys and quizzes, problem pages and letters from readers, DIY pieces, and diary-like pages). This analysis involves scholarship on Girlhood and Cultural Studies and serves as a springboard for further investigation.
A Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) Approach for Linking Energy Security and Primary Energy Supply Reduction Targets in Pakistan
Authors: Anwar Javed , Khan Hidayat Ullah
Published: November 2024

This study examines the effects of reducing primary energy supply by 5%, 10%, and 15% through policy interventions from 2005 to 2050 on energy resource diversification, energy and oil import dependency, environmental emissions and energy security in Pakistan. Applying a CGE framework, the study finds that policy scenarios lead to decrease in cumulative primary energy supply, a rise in renewable energy, and a drop in greenhouse gas emissions. The results also show improved energy security, with a reduction in net energy import dependency, a decrease in net oil import dependency and a increase in energy resource diversification. These findings suggest that setting primary energy supply reduction targets could strengthen energy security in Pakistan.
Frequency, Impact, and Risk Factors of Fatigue in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Authors: Khan Mahmood , Khan Muhammad Abbas , Shah Gohar , Ullah Sana , Nawaz Muhammad
Published: November 2024

Fatigue is one of the most common and debilitating symptoms affecting 75–90% of individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS), significantly impacting their quality of life. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, effects, and risk factors of fatigue among MS patients in Quetta, Pakistan. A cross-sectional descriptive design involved 34 participants aged 20–50 years from Bolan Medical Complex Hospital and nearby facilities. The Fatigue Severity Scale(FSS) was used to evaluate the impact of fatigue on functionality and well-being. Findings revealed that 11 patients experienced severe fatigue due to lack of exercise, and 8 linked it to depression. MRI showed lesions in 4 out of 5 patients with severe fatigue. Additionally, 71% reported worsening of other symptoms due to fatigue. The study highlights fatigue in MS as a complex issue requiring integrated management strategies and contributes to addressing gaps in literature to improve healthcare policies and patient quality of life.