bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
BERMAIN DAN PERMAINAN ANAK USIA DINI
Authors: Siti Nur Hayati  , Putro Khamim Zarkasih
Published: January 2024

This study aims to find out that playing and games have very important benefits for growth and development in early childhood. This paper uses the literature study method which is carried out by reviewing and/or exploring several books, journals, as well as notes and other information or data that are judged to be following the study or research. In this study, it is stated that playing and games can make a positive contribution to the development of early childhood, namely, it can develop all aspects of development which include aspects of religious morals, social-emotional, language, cognitive, physical motor, and also art. In addition, there are also goals, characteristics, functions, benefits, and stages of development of early childhood play and are also equipped with playing conditions and games as well as examples of games that can stimulate developmental aspects in children. Playing and playing games can help children improve their aspects in an integrated and comprehensive manner. A safe and comfortable play environment is needed for children to explore and get stimulation for growth and development.
Transfer learning with graph neural networks for improved molecular property prediction in the multi-fidelity setting
Authors: Buterez David , Janet Jon Paul , Kiddle Steven , Oglic Dino , Liò Pietro
Published: January 2024

We investigate the potential of graph neural networks for transfer learning and improving molecular property prediction on sparse and expensive to acquire high-fidelity data by leveraging low-fidelity measurements as an inexpensive proxy for a targeted property of interest. This problem arises in discovery processes that rely on screening funnels for trading off the overall costs against throughput and accuracy. Typically, individual stages in these processes are loosely connected and each one generates data at different scale and fidelity. We consider this setup holistically and demonstrate empirically that existing transfer learning techniques for graph neural networks are generally unable to harness the information from multi-fidelity cascades. Here, we propose several effective transfer learning strategies and study them in transductive and inductive settings. Our analysis involves a novel collection of more than 28 million unique experimental protein-ligand interactions across 37 targets from drug discovery by high-throughput screening and 12 quantum properties from the dataset QMugs. The results indicate that transfer learning can improve the performance on sparse tasks by up to eight times while using an order of magnitude less high-fidelity training data. Moreover, the proposed methods consistently outperform existing transfer learning strategies for graph-structured data on drug discovery and quantum mechanics datasets.
The odd-number cyclo[13]carbon and its dimer cyclo[26]carbon
Authors: Albrecht Florian , Rončević Igor , Gao Yueze , Paschke Fabian , Baiardi Alberto , Tavernelli Ivano , Mishra Shantanu , Anderson Harry L. , Gross Leo
Published: January 2024

Cyclo[N]carbons (CN) are molecular rings of N carbon atoms. These exotic carbon allotropes are excellent benchmarking systems for testing quantum chemical theoretical methods, and they may be valuable precursors to other carbon-rich materials. Odd-N cyclocarbons, elusive to date, are predicted to be even less stable than even-N ones, and their structures are unknown. Here we report the on-surface synthesis of cyclo[13]carbon, C13. We elucidate its properties by scanning probe microscopy and theoretical modelling. C13 adopts an open-shell configuration with a triplet ground state and a kinked geometry, which shows different degrees of pronunciation related to different degrees of carbene localization. Moreover, we prepare and characterize the C13 dimer, yielding cyclo[26]carbon, demonstrating the potential of cyclocarbons as precursors to novel carbon allotropes.
Comparison of Classical and Fractional Viscoelastic Models for Describing Entangled Polymer Solutions
Authors: Schmidt Robert Franz , Winter Horst Henning , Gradzielski Michael
Published: January 2024

Fractional viscoelastic models provide an excellent description of rheological data for polymer systems with power-law behavior. However, the physical interpretation of their model parameters, which carry fractional units of time, remains elusive. We show that for poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) solutions, the fractional Maxwell model (FMM) requires fewer model elements than classical spring-dashpot models for a reasonable description of the data and that it can be applied consistently to solutions with varying degrees of viscoelasticity. The fractional parameters exhibit scaling laws similar to classical parameters as a function of polymer concentration. To attach physical meaning to the fractional parameters, we derive an analytical expression for the relaxation time spectrum associated with the FMM and find it to be equivalent to the empirical dual asymptote model.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EDUCATION, EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE, AND SUSTAINABLE BEHAVIOR CHANGE AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS IN BANGLADESH
Authors: Mehedi Hasan Md , Hasan Mehedi
Published: January 2024

Bangladesh, like many other developing countries, faces various environmental challenges such as pollution, deforestation, and climate change, along with social and economic challenges like poverty and low levels of education. College students, being a significant proportion of the youth population, play a crucial role in shaping the future of Bangladesh and promoting sustainable development. However, the relationship between education, emotional intelligence, and sustainable behavior change among college students in Bangladesh remains poorly understood. This qualitative case study aims to investigate this relationship by exploring the perceptions and attitudes of college students towards sustainable behavior change, identifying the factors that influence such change, and examining the role of education and emotional intelligence in this process. Purposive sampling, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions were used for data collection, and thematic analysis was employed for data analysis. The findings reveal that education is a key motivator for sustainable behavior change among college students in Bangladesh, as it raises awareness and knowledge about environmental issues. Emotional intelligence also plays a significant role in sustainable behavior change, as it helps develop empathy, self-awareness, and social skills. The study provides insights into effective strategies for promoting sustainable behavior change among college students in Bangladesh and highlights the need for incorporating education and emotional intelligence in sustainable development initiatives.
LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF GRADUATE FELLOWS ON DESIGN THINKING MINDSET: BASIS FOR CURRICULUM ENHANCEMENT
Authors: P. Gesmundo Joseph Christian
Published: January 2024

The study explored the level of awareness of the graduate school (GS) fellows on the 19 Design Thinking (DT) mindsets and its implications for curriculum enhancement. A descriptive quantitative design was used with a sample of 112 GS fellows chosen through complete enumeration. The results showed that GS fellows had varying levels of awareness of the different components of DT mindsets. While some components, such as embracing risk, abductive thinking, and tolerance for ambiguity were less understood by the participants, other components, such as problem reframing, learning-oriented, and critical questioning were well-understood. Furthermore, the results indicated that the level of awareness of the design thinking mindset varied across different disciplines, with some disciplines showing a higher level of awareness than others. The findings suggest that there is a need for curriculum enhancement to increase the awareness and understanding of DT mindsets among GS fellows. Specifically, the curriculum should incorporate opportunities for experiential learning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and problem-based learning. Added, there is a need to assess the extent of the practice of the GS faculty of the Design Thinking Attributes.
INVESTIGATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A UNIVERSITY’S LIBRARY WEBSITE IN SUPPORTING SCHOLARLY PURSUITS
Authors: Onunka Okeoma , Eigbadon Michael Oifoghe , Onunka Tochukwu , Fawole Akeeb Adepoju , Uzougbo Chinedum Gloria , Ayeni Oyebola Olusola
Published: January 2024

This study looked into how well postgraduate students in Zaria could use the library websites at Ahmadu Bello University for their academic work. To direct the study, the following five research questions were created: (1) How much access to the Ahmadu Bello University Library website do postgraduate students have for academic work? (2) What is the effectiveness of postgraduate students’ use of the Ahmadu Bello University Library website for academic tasks? (3) To what extent do postgraduate students use the Ahmadu Bello University Library website for scholarly purposes? (4) Which kinds of online information sources do postgraduate students employ for their academic work? (5) How happy are postgraduate students with using the website of the Ahmadu Bello University Library for academic purposes? The study utilized Mullin B, Hardy S, and William S’s framework as determinants for assessing academic library websites, explicitly focusing on the Ahmadu Bello University Library website. A survey research design was utilized, and the target population included all postgraduate students enrolled at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, during a specific academic session, with a total of 7,240 students. The study areas (faculties) and respondents were chosen through the use of a straightforward random sampling procedure. 221 people made up the study’s sample size. Mean and standard deviation were used to assess the data that had been obtained. The research found that most respondents concurred that the website of the Ahmadu Bello University library gave them useful material for their scholarly responsibilities. Additionally, the study indicated that the website facilitated simple and fast access to other information sources and services. Finally, the Ahmadu Bello University Library website was found to support and assist postgraduate students in effectively interacting with the website systematically.
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF TEA FARMING IN JHAPA DISTRICT, NEPAL
Authors: Dhakal Suraj
Published: January 2024

Tea, one of the biggest high-value exports from Nepal, which uses up 16,920 hectares of total land and accounts for 0.1% of the country’s GDP. Tea as usually cultivated in the eastern regions of the nation, has significantly altered peoples’ livelihoods while also boosting national income. This study was conducted on the economic analysis of tea production by farmers in Jhapa district of Nepal on parts of Bhadrapur, Haldibari and Kachankawal. Random survey of 60 samples were taken from the research area’s tea farmers. The average area under tea cultivation was found to be 0.53 hectares per household. The average production per hectare was 23.05 tons, average production cost per hectare was Rs. 244,743.82 and Rs. 10.23 per kg. There were overall chances of 5% loss of the harvested tea leaves which deducted total marketable leaves. The average price of 1 kg of leaves was Rs. 19.5 and the marketing practice was done via middlemen which cost Rs. 2.5 per kg of leaves. The average gross margin per kg was Rs. 6.73 with overall benefit-cost ratio of 1.86 for every household. SWOT analysis conducted showed that favourable soil conditions had major strength with index of importance of 0.85. Likewise, difficulties in obtaining subsidies, family financial aid and market competition from private estates were major weakness, opportunity, and threat with index of 0.88, 0.85, and 0.90 respectively.
EFFECT OF DIFFERENT SEED PRIMING METHODS ON RICE (ORYZA SATIVA L.) CV SUKKHA DHAN-3
Authors: Poudel Biraj , Pangeni Aakash , Baral Ankit , Bhatt Archana , Neupane Apeksha , Poudel Sushanta
Published: January 2024

Priming is control hydration of seeds in a solution of low osmotic potential to initiate germination to ensure uniform and efficient germination of seed. Erratic seed germination is a major problem of rice production that causes poor crop establishment, crops susceptible to abiotic stress, and insect, and disease infestation resulting in poor yield. Different seed priming methods can be a useful technology for farmers to solve this problem. To ascertain the impact of different seed priming methods an experiment was carried out in the Horticulture Lab of Campus of Live Sciences, Dang with 12 treatment combinations with 3 replications laid out in factorial Completely Randomized Design (CRD). The treatments entailed; hydro-priming in tap water, hydro-priming in distilled water, polyethylene glycol PEG 6000 (5%), Ascorbic acid (2%), KNO3 (2%), Salicylic acid (2%), ZnSO4 (5%), NaCl (5%), MgCl2 (5%), CaCl2 (2%), Gibberellin (300ppm) and No priming as Control. The seeds were soaked for 24 hours in treatments followed by 12 hours of drying. The Priming treatment with ZnSO4 (5%) showed the most promising results for germination percentage (82%), root: shoot ratio (1.91), germination rate (5.47), germination energy (76.67) and seedling vigor. ZnSO4 (5%) was followed by PEG 6000(5%), distilled water, and KNO3 (2%). Beside this, root length (9.94cm) was found highest in PEG 6000(5%) followed by ZnSO4 (5%), KNO3 (2%), and distilled water. Shoot length (8.003cm), Speed of germination (90.38), and germination rate index (76.67) were highest in KNO3 (2%). This study concludes that ZnSO4 (5%) showed the best result among all treatments and all the priming treatments showed better performance except Salicylic acid (2%) and No priming (Control). The study concluded that besides Salicylic acid (2%), seed priming was found to be more effective than no priming and in enhancing seed performance by activating overall metabolic processes of seed.
GENOTYPIC DIVERSITY OF DENGUE VIRUS IN AEDES MOSQUITOES COLLECTED FROM DENGUE HOTSPOT AREAS IN KUALA LUMPUR AND SELANGOR, MALAYSIA
Authors: Wan Mohamad Ali Wan Najdah , Mohamed Nor Zurainee , Ali Rafidah , Ahmad Rohani , Ai-Lian Lim Yvonne
Published: January 2024

Dengue fever is endemic in Malaysia and has posed a significant economic and health burden to the country. Malaysia is experiencing the transmission of four dengue serotypes: DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, and DENV-4. To prevent dengue cases, genotypic characterisation is an essential tool to determining the dengue serotypes that are circulating in the dengue cases area. Thus, the objective of this study was to determine the genotype of DENV isolates obtained from DENV-infected Aedes collected. A total of 4,438 Aedes albopictus and 2,454 Aedes aegypti larvae were collected from 132 dengue hotspot localities. They were then reared to adult mosquitoes and pooled. Later, it was tested for determine dengue serotypes using RT-PCR targeting Capsid-preMembrane regions. All DENV serotypes were carefully isolated from DENV positive pools and sequenced. DENV-2, DENV-3, and DENV-4 serotypes were proven positive in 16.83 % of the samples, and were found co-circulating at the study areas. A total 84 isolates were successfully identified, with 17 of them being DENV-2, 36 being DENV-3, and 31 being DENV-4. DENV-2 isolates were of genotype IV, DENV-3 isolates were of genotype III and V, and DENV-4 isolates were of genotype II. This study highlights the importance of active DENV serotype at dengue outbreak areas. This information assists the stakeholders by strengthening dengue genotyping surveillance and providing a solid evidence base for decision making regarding dengue management initiatives. The findings from this study can be utilized to the search for novel genotypes, to the observation of potential genetic alterations in dengue viruses, and to the development of vaccines.
NEW SEVEN COARSE-GRAINED PALEOGENE TETHYAN AGGLUTINATED FORAMINIFERAL SPECIES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ATLANTIC OCEAN
Authors: Salim Anan Haidar
Published: January 2024

The modern taxonomical consideration is used for seven coarse-grained agglutinated benthic foraminiferal species which are belonging to six genera from four countries in the Tethys around the Atlantic Ocean USA and Europe (Spain, France and Poland). These species are believed here to be new: Bathysiphon alegretae, Gaudryina pozaryskai, G. stasseni, Dorothia sztrákosae, Siphogaudryina ortizae, Pseudoclavulina thomasae and Clavulina sztrákosae. Tubular taxa (e.g. Bathysiphon) are rare in neritic settings but common in bathyal facies, while elongated serial taxa (e.g. Gaudryina, Siphogaudryina, Dorothia, Pseudoclavulina, Clavulina) are most common in the upper to middle bathyal assemblages.
Pentingnya Pendidikan Karakter Pada Anak Sekolah Dasar di Zaman Serba Digital
Authors: Putri Farah Ananda , Kusumadewi Fika Bella , Suryanto Alisya Putri
Published: January 2024

Abstract. Character education is a process and an attempt to apply religious, moral, and ethical values to students through science. Every child has good potential since birth, but this potential must be continuously honed and socialized properly so that the character of each child is formed and develops optimally. In this digital era, children can easily access various information using digital media. This can have both positive and negative impacts. Therefore, an educator, parents and adult community are tasked with guiding and supervising what children do with digital media. The purpose of the study was to determine the role of education in instilling good and positive character in children in the digital era. The research method uses a literature review design (researchers compare the results of several studies from existing articles or journals). The results showed that character will be formed if the activity is repeated regularly until it becomes a habit.Keywords: Character Education, Digital Age, Elementary School

 

Abstrak. Pendidikan karakter merupakan suatu proses dan sebuah usaha untuk menerapkan nilai-nilai agama, moral, dan etika pada peserta didik melalui ilmu pengetahuan. Setiap anak memiliki potensi yang baik sejak lahir, namun potensi tersebut harus terus diasah dan disosialisasikan dengan baik agar karakter setiap anak terbentuk dan berkembang secara maksimal. Di zaman serba digital ini, anak dengan mudahnya mengakses berbagai informasi menggunakan media digital. Hal ini dapat menimbulkan dampak yang positif dan negatif. Oleh sebab itu seorang pendidik, orang tua dan masyarakat dewasa memiliki tugas untuk bisa membimbing dan mengawasi apa yang anak lakukan dengan media digital. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui peran pendidikan dalam menanamkan karakter yang baik & positif pada anak di era digital. Metode penelitian memakai design literature review (peneliti membandingkan hasil beberapa penelitian dari artikel atau jurnal yang ada). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan karakter akan terbentuk jika aktivitas dilakukan berulang-ulang secara rutin hingga menjadi suatu kebiasaan.Kata kunci: Pendidikan Karakter, Era Digital, Sekolah Dasar
Robot artist and XY plotter for the generation of modern art
Authors: P. L. N. Prakash Kumar , Rohit Kota , U. Prudhvi Chowdary
Published: January 2024

The interactive nature of coding has led to its increasing use in the field of art, where it is used to create interactive, generative, and immersive artwork. The use of XY plotters has the potential to revolutionize the way modern art is created and distributed. XY plotters are computer-controlled drawing machines that use a pen or marker to create images or designs based on a digital input. It is relatively inexpensive and easy to use, making it accessible to artists. By using XY plotters, the cost and time required to produce and distribute art, making it more accessible and sustainable for artists and collectors can be reduced. This study explores the use of AI, robotics, and XY plotters, in the creation of modern art, examining the benefits and challenges of this technology and considering its potential impact on the art world. The concept of stippling, which is particularly effective at clearly representing smooth, rounded objects without sharp edges are also discussed.
Synthetic audio and video generation for language translation using GANs
Authors: Aynaan Quraishi , Jaydeep Jethwa , Shiwani Gupta
Published: January 2024

Language barriers create a digital divide that prevents people from benefiting from the vast amount of content produced worldwide. In addition, content creators face challenges in producing content in multiple languages to reach a wider audience. To address this problem, this study proposed a solution through a survey that utilized Generative Adversarial Networks (GAN), Natural Language Processing (NPL), and Computer Vision. A Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) is a Machine Learning (ML) model in which two neural networks compete with each other by using deep learning methods to obtain more accurate predictions. The solution provided in this study can generate synthesized videos that are close to reality, ultimately bridging the language barrier and providing access to content.
A comprehensive review of augmented reality in education and medical fields
Authors: Sherina R. P.
Published: January 2024

Augmented Reality (AR) is a technology that superimposes digital information on the real world. This information can be visual, auditory, or haptic in nature. In education, AR can be used to create interactive and immersive learning experiences that help students learn more effectively. AR can be used to improve surgical procedures, train medical professionals, and educate patients. This study provides a comprehensive review of the state-of-the-art in AR research and development in the educational and medical fields, along with the basic principles of AR and its potential applications. It also discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with the adoption of AR in these fields.
NodeMCU and wireless sensor networks in agriculture: A review of environmental parameter sensing
Authors: P. Paul Shalini
Published: January 2024

In the agricultural environment, there is an increasing need for advanced techniques and systems to identify and prevent crop diseases. Various challenges such as groundwater depletion, soil erosion, emergence of new pests and diseases, land fragmentation, rural-urban migration, and the availability of power supply for farming are currently impacting the agricultural sector. To address these challenges, a system has been developed to monitor field conditions at farms in real-time, focusing on parameters such as temperature, soil moisture, humidity, and water levels. Sensors collect data, and the real-time values are stored in the cloud. The NodeMCU Microcontroller Unit serves as the main component, acting as a gateway between the field and the internet and facilitating communication of parameter values to the cloud. This system enables farmers to access critical field parameters remotely, promoting the adoption of smart agriculture practices.
A Case Report of Bilateral Postoperative Inguinal Hernia Leading to Obstructive Azoospermia
Authors: Zhu Guangjian
Published: January 2024

The study focused on a case involving a patient with bilateral inguinal hernia and obstructive azoospermia, who was admitted to People’s Hospital of Yide City Guangdong Province on November 24, 2022. A comprehensive analysis of the patient’s condition was conducted, including the determination of the surgical plan and exploration and analysis of key points related to surgical treatment and perioperative nursing intervention. The patient underwent a combined microscopic and laparoscopic exploration of both vas deferens and epididymis, with left epididymal anastomosis and right vas deferens recanalization. High-quality nursing intervention was implemented during the perioperative period. After treatment, the patient’s examination results returned to normal, and his overall condition showed significant improvement, leading to a smooth discharge.
ANÁLISES DA MATRIZ DE REFERÊNCIAS DE CIÊNCIAS DA NATUREZA E SUAS TECNOLOGIAS DO ENCCEJA
Authors: Andrade Marques da Silva David , Martins Isabel
Published: January 2024

A pesquisa tem como objetivo analisar como as competências e habilidades da Matriz de Referência das Ciências da Natureza e suas Tecnologias (MRCNT) do Exame Nacional para Certificação de Competências de Jovens e Adultos (ENCCEJA) mobilizam os conhecimentos dos jovens e adultos que não tiveram acesso à escolaridade na idade própria. Entendemos que a MRCNT delimita quais conteúdos, habilidades e conhecimentos são importantes para o ENNCEJA e para a Educação de Jovens e Adultos (EJA). Sendo uma política pública, destacamos quais são os objetivos do ENCCEJA e como se caracterizam os seus sujeitos. Como referencial teórico, destacamos as perspectivas do currículo pré-ativo e do vivido acompanhadas de discussões sobre o conhecimento a partir das noções do conhecimento em si e do conhecimento para fazer algo. O referencial metodológico para abordarmos a MRCNT foi a análise de conteúdos de Laurence Bardin. Concluímos que os conhecimentos destacados nas habilidades e competências presentes na MRCNT são todos relacionados a conhecimentos disciplinares e sobre a natureza das ciências, abrindo-se pouco espaços para os conhecimentos e culturas locais. Na medida em que os conhecimentos presentes na Matriz são pretensamente objetivos e universais, eles se adequam aos sistemas de avalições em larga escala que favorecem a cristalização dos conhecimentos, a generalização das formas de preparo dos estudantes e a arrecadação de dados de performance.
CONCEPÇÕES AVALIATIVAS NO BLOCO INICIAL DE ALFABETIZAÇÃO: NARRATIVAS DOCENTES E DA COORDENAÇÃO PEDAGÓGICA
Authors: De Castro Barros Camilli , Oliveira-Mendes Solange Alves de
Published: January 2024

O presente estudo analisou as concepções sobre práticas avaliativas na alfabetização de cinco docentes atuantes nos 1º, 2º e 3º anos do ensino fundamental e da coordenadora pedagógica de uma escola da Secretaria de Estado de Educação do Distrito Federal. No campo da avaliação e suas múltiplas facetas, o estudo dialoga com Luckesi (2013; 2011; 2006; 2003), Perrenoud (1999), Hadji (2001), Villas Boas (2017; 2014; 2008;) e Freitas (2014). Além desses, essa temática está ancorada em documentos de base legal, a exemplo das Diretrizes Pedagógicas do bloco inicial de alfabetização (DISTRITO FEDERAL, 2012); as Diretrizes de Avaliação Educacional: Aprendizagem, Institucional e em Larga Escala (DISTRITO FEDERAL, 2014a), Diretrizes Pedagógicas para Organização do 2º Ciclo (DISTRITO FEDERAL, 2014b) e no do Currículo em Movimento (DISTRITO FEDERAL, 2018). Trata-se de um estudo de natureza qualitativa (ANGROSINO, 2009; RESENDE, 2009). Para a produção de dados, recorreu-se à entrevista com grupo focal realizada em outubro de 2021, de forma online, por meio da plataforma Meet, com cinco professores/as atuantes em turmas de alfabetização, bem como entrevista semiestruturada presencial com a coordenadora pedagógica de uma escola pública da cidade de Ceilândia- DF. Para o tratamento e análise dos dados, recorreu-se à análise de conteúdo temática (BARDIN, 1977; FRANCO, 2008). Os resultados apontaram para a defesa da perspectiva formativa de avaliação, de modo que tanto os/as docentes quanto a coordenadora pedagógica mencionaram alternativas didáticas que adotavam para assegurar essa prática.
Cognitive-behavioral therapy as an important component of complex treatment of sleep disorders in somatoform disorders
Authors: Plevachuk Oksana , Rakhman Liudmyla , Shpyl'ovyj Jaroslav
Published: January 2024

This text is the thesis of the III scientific-practical conference with international participation "Psychosomatic medicine: science and practice". The following is devoted to the analysis of the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy in the complex treatment of sleep disorders in somatoform disorders.
School anxiety of children with severe bronchial asthma
Authors: Bogutska Nataliia , Сhepura Oksana
Published: January 2024

This text is the thesis of a distance report to the III scientific-practical conference with international participation "Psychosomatic medicine: science and practice". The following is dedicated to school anxiety of children with severe bronchial asthma.
Specific aspects of medical students’ mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Fedotova Zoya
Published: January 2024

This is a conference abstract from the ІV Scientific and Practical Conference "Psychosomatic medicine: science and practice". It is dedicated to the specific aspects of medical students’ mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Розлад надмірного харчування: сучасні знання та психологічні аспекти
Authors: Sinkevych Inna
Published: January 2024

Розлад надмірного харчування обговорювався як розлад харчової поведінки з 1950-х років, але він не був офіційно визнаний власним діагнозом, поки в 2013 році не було опубліковано 5-е видання (DSM-5) у посібнику з діагностики та статистики психічних розладів (DSM-5). Переїдання є одним з найпоширеніших розладів харчової поведінки серед дорослих, хоча, як правило, у ЗМІ менше висвітлення та досліджень цього розладу в порівнянні з нервовою анорексією та нервовою булімією. Розлад надмірного харчування зазвичай вважалися характерним для західних країн. Проте поширеність розладу зростає в інших незахідних країнах. У США розлад надмірного харчування присутній у 0,8% дорослих чоловіків і 1,6% дорослих жінок [1]. У дослідженні, яке включало Фінляндію, Швецію, Норвегію та Ісландію, поширеність нижча в скандинавських країнах порівняно з Європою. Точкова поширеність коливалася від 0,4 до 1,5 відсотка, а поширеність протягом життя коливалася від 0,7 до 5,8 відсотка для надмірного харчування у жінок. У дослідженні, яке включало Аргентину, Бразилію, Чилі, Колумбію, Мексику та Венесуелу, показник поширеності становив 3,53 відсотка. [3]. Поширеність в Європі коливається від 1 до 4 відсотків. [2]. Причини розладу переїдання недостатньо вивчені, але, ймовірно, пов'язані з рядом факторів: генетики (підвищена чутливість до дофаміну) [7],статевої приналежності, розміром тіла[8], зображенням тіла,емоційними травмами, змінами в структурі мозку. Розлади харчової поведінки становлять серйозну проблему для медичних послуг через психосоціальні та медичні проблеми. З переїданням пов’язано багато емоційних і фізичних наслідків. Відразу після переїдання часто виникає почуття сорому, ненависті до себе, тривоги та депресії. Фізичний дискомфорт і шлунково-кишкові розлади часто виникають через велику кількість споживаної їжі [12]. Людина може відчувати млявість і втому. Продовження такої поведінки місяцями або роками посилює почуття депресії, гніву, смутку та самотності. Виникає соціальна ізоляція, надзвичайний сором, що оточує цей розлад. У той час як деякі підтримують нормальну вагу, більшість людей, які регулярно переїдають, мають надмірну вагою або страждають на ожиріння, що часто призводить до медичних ускладнень. До них відносяться серцево-судинні захворювання; високий артеріальний тиск, цукровий діабет, подагра. В Україні низький рівень діагностики розладу надмірного харчування, потрібно підвищувати обізнаність данного розладу, адже довгострокові дослідження результатів розладу переїдання демонструють, що прогноз розладу переїдання кращий, ніж інші розлади харчової поведінки з більш сприятливою швидкістю ремісії.
Medical and psychological components of post-COVID syndrome in patients with acute cerebrovascular disease
Authors: Galanta Yuriy
Published: January 2024

Background Today, in clinical practice, the issue of providing psychological assistance to patients who have suffered acute cerebrovascular diseases and suffer from post-convulsive syndrome remains open. The practical problems of the medical and psychological service in neurology are the lack of a strategy of medical and psychological care, standards, protocols, targeted training of mental health specialists and medical workers in the field of medical psychology, coordination of psychological and medical services, practical measures aimed at increasing accessibility and bringing psychological care closer to patients.Methods To achieve the set goal and tasks, a number of medical and psychological methods were used to study cognitive functions, the psycho-emotional sphere, the level of daily activity, the degree of fatigue and the assessment of the quality of life. The results The study revealed moderate cognitive impairment in patients with post-covid symptoms, increased levels of anxiety and depression, increased levels of asthenia, increased levels of fatigue, and decreased levels of quality of life. At this stage of the study, the development of dementia processes in patients with post-covid symptoms was not detected. Conclusions In patients with post-covid symptoms, there is a moderate decrease in cognitive functions. An increased level of fatigue, asthenia, anxiety and depression are expressed. At this stage of the study, no dementia processes, as well as motor disability, were detected. Due to the occurrence of a number of negative symptoms, a significant decrease in the quality of life is observed.
The mental health of medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic: a literature review.
Authors: Fedotova Zoya , Abdrjahimova Cira , Kleban Kateryna
Published: January 2024

Introduction Viral diseases have been a severe problem at the global level, gaining more or less publicity from time to time. At the end of 2019, the world witnessed alarming news about the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) across the globe. The speed of spread and severity of complications from COVID-19 have made it a global threat. Researchers indicate that the COVID-19 pandemic may cause mental trauma globally [1]. That is why the mental health of doctors and medical students is becoming increasingly important. At the same time, it becomes clear that this area needs further research and interventions[2]. In 1948, WHO defined health as complete physical, mental, and social well-being. And if, for physical well-being, society can get help by turning to somatic profile doctors, then seeking help, in case of mental illness, is still considered a stigma in society. Mental illness is highly stigmatized, and it is becoming increasingly clear that this stigma is widespread within the general population and among medical professionals and students [3,4]. Previous literature dating back to 2019 suggests that the process and conditions of medical university education represent a set of stressors that may contribute to the development of mental illness[5,6,7]. Despite the increased interest of the scientific community in this topic, unified protocols of prevention and care to overcome these problems still need to be developed. With the beginning of the pandemic, the question of the mental health of medical students arose repeatedly and urgently. Thus, further research on the mental health of medical students and the systematization of knowledge gained before and during the pandemic is needed. This review article aims to systematize information on the mental health of medical students to outline the next steps in solving this issue. We have analyzed the literature on the topic published during the last five years. For a literature search, such databases as PubMed, APA PsychNet, Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science were used. The number of publications on students' mental health increased, and with the beginning of the pandemic, it peaked (Fig. 1), indicating the extreme relevance of this topic.
Stress coping strategies of medical students in wartime conditions
Authors: Ogorenko Viktoria , Shusterman Tamara , Nikolenko Alla , Kokashynskyi Viktor
Published: January 2024

This text is the thesis of the conference "Psychosomatic Medicine: science and practice". Which took place on April 21-23, 2023 in the city of Kyiv on the Mediamed portal. The following is devoted to stress coping strategies of medical students in wartime conditions.
Psychological features of behavior and life quality of post-stroke patients
Authors: Vostrotin Oleksandr
Published: January 2024

These graphic materials are a poster presentation for the III Congress with international participation "Psychosomatic Medicine: science and practice". Which took place on April 21-23, 2023 in Kyiv on the Mediamed portal.
The tripping mechanism of flowers affects pollen transfer dynamics
Authors: Dieterich Mabin Molly , Slawin Connor , Lynch Amy-Mei , Fragoso Fabiana , Brunet Johanne
Published: January 2024

Insect pollinators affect pollen transfer dynamics, with consequences for pollen movement and the genetic structure of plant populations. Pollen transfer dynamics has not been previously examined in flowers with a tripping mechanism. Here we examine whether pollen accumulated on a bee’s body increases with the number of Medicago sativa L. flowers tripped by Bombus impatiens Cresson during a foraging bout, while controlling for bee body size and number of visited flowers. In a second experiment, we determine whether the number of revisits to a tripped flower increases pollen deposition onto the stigmas. We set up three M. sativa plants with a controlled number of racemes in a greenhouse room, and followed individual bees as they foraged, recording each plant, raceme, and flower visited. For pollen accumulated, we collected bees at the end of their foraging bout and counted pollen grains on their body. For pollen deposition, we collected flowers with between 0 and 6 revisits and counted the pollen grains on the stigmas. The number of pollen grains on a bee’s body increased with the number of flowers tripped in a foraging bout, but was not affected by the number of flowers visited or the size of individual bees. The number of pollen grains deposited on a stigma did not increase with the number of revisits to a tripped flower. This latter result contrasts with plants without a tripping mechanism where the number of visits increases pollen deposition and seed set. Tripping affects pollen transfer dynamics and we discuss how its effect may vary with the mode of tripping.
PERSONAL AND SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL RESOURCES OF COPING YOUTH WITH DIFFICULT LIFE SITUATIONS IN A MODERN DIGITAL SOCIETY
Authors:   RAO Psychological Institute  Lomonosov Moscow State University, Belinskaya Elena P.
Published: January 2024

The article deals with the issue of determining the choice of strategies and resources for coping with difficult life situations in adolescence. It is noted that the normative difficulties of development at that age today are supplemented by stressors associated with the situation of ontological uncertainty and global risks, what sets both new challenges to coping processes and changes research trends in their study. It is emphasized that the previously known features of the socialization of youth today should be revised through the prism of the digitalization of everyday life, which leads to understanding the success of digital socialization as a defining framework for the psychological well-being of the individual in general and the constructiveness of the person’s coping with difficulties in particular. Based on the analysis of foreign and Russian studies, the author lays emphasis upon modern trends in understanding the coping of personal and socio-psychological predictors, which are united by a common meaningful intention: a pronounced transition to a holistic vision of the process of human interaction and a difficult situation. It might be specified by researchers in three ways: as a more comprehensive understanding the personal and cognitive resources of coping, as a rethinking of the issue of the coping effectiveness towards greater conditionality and as an attention to the procedural components of coping in the form of interrelation of reactive and proactive coping strategies.
DEMONIZING MOTHERHOOD: MIRRORING THE MONSTROUS FEMININE IN THE BOLLYWOOD HORROR MOVIE CHHORII (2021)
Authors: Kashyap Virginia , Rashmita Devi  , Piraji Prachand Narayan
Published: January 2024

Motherhood is a profound and multifaceted experience transcending biological, emotional, and societal dimensions, traditionally idealised for love and compassion, and is venerated as the supreme soul of caregivers. For society to thrive, families play a key role, and mothers are one of the most important players in this process. This paper, on the contrary, investigates the abject terror a mother may undergo because of patriarchal structures. As the horror genre reflects societal anxieties and fears the archetype of motherhood is used by horror writers to unearth the fears associated with it as well as challenge the perceptions society has of motherhood. The prime purpose of this study is to deconstruct the archetypal image of a mother with the subversion of traditional motherhood that is culturally imposed on a woman. This research article is devoted to analysing the Bollywood horror film Chhorii (2021) through the lens of Barbara Creed’s theory of ‘Mostrous-Feminine’ that challenges Motherhood through a subversion of traditional conceptions of the role. With the help of the film, the researchers aim to manifest the disruption of socio-cultural expectations imposed on a mother and thereby explore her transgression of gender roles associated with motherhood by being monstrous in the narrative.
Design Hive – a tool for assist designers speculates of product service systems
Authors:   UNISINOS, Müller Victoria Dani , Barauna Debora ,   UNISINOS
Published: January 2024

This article presents the Design Hive Tool, developed as prompts cards, as a mean to help designers reflect critically on production and consumption, and speculate sustainable solutions. For this article, a literature review was carried out, seeking to understand critical design approaches and how they can act to promote sustainability, and the concept of product-service system and how they can be a sustainable alternative to problems related to consumption and mass production. The bibliographic review was the basis for developed the tool, which was tested in practiced through two workshops, in which it was possible to observe the benefit in to stimulating designers’ critical reflection about sustainability and how it can help in search for sustainable design approaches, result in the development of product-service systems.
Upaya Guru PPKn Dalam Menanamkan Nilai-Nilai Kearifan Lokal “Nggahi Rawi Pahu” Untuk Membentuk Karakter Jujur Peserta Didik di SMP Negeri 1 Dompu
Authors: Juningtias Karmila Rahma , Yuliatin Yuliatin , Sawaludin Sawaludin , Zubair Muh.
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk; Menganalisis upaya guru PPKn dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai karifan lokal Nggahi Rawi Pahu untuk membentuk karakter jujur peserta didik di SMP Negeri 1 Dompu.; Mengidentifikasi faktor pendukung dan penghambat upaya guru PPKn dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai karifan lokal Nggahi Rawi Pahu untuk membentuk karakter jujur peserta didik di SMP Negeri 1 Dompu. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif. Lokasi penelitian di SMP Negeri 1 Dompu yang terletak di Kelurahan Bali Kecamatan Dompu Kabupaten Dompu Nusa Tenggara Barat. Informan dalam penelitian ini adalah peserta didik, guru, kepala sekolah. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan; Upaya guru PPKn dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai karifan lokal Nggahi Rawi Pahu untuk membentuk karakter jujur peserta didik di SMP Negeri 1 Dompu; Guru melakukan Implementasi nilai kearifan lokal Nggahi Rawi pahu (ucapan sesuai perbuatan) yang disesuaikan dengan materi pelajaran, agar peserta didik dapat menjalankan fungsi nilai kearifan lokal Nggahi Rawi Pahu dan menggunakan nilai sebagai pedoman dalam interaksi yang berguna sebagai pengontrol diri dalam pergaulan dan menghadapi perkembangan zaman. Faktor pendukung dan penghambat upaya guru PPKn dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai kearifan lokal Nggahi Rawi Pahu untuk membentuk karakter jujur peserta didik di SMP Negeri 1 Dompu; Faktor pendukung dan penghambat nilai kearifan lokal Nggahi Rawi Pahu (ucapan sesuai perbuatan) dalam perilaku peserta didik disebabkan oleh faktor internal dan faktor eksternal, faktor internalnya dapat dipengaruhi oleh kecerdasan dan pencarian jati diri, sedangkan faktor eksternal berasal dari pengaruh lingkungan keluarga, sekolah, teman sebaya, dan teknologi informasi.
Implementasi Keterampilan Guru Dalam Mengelola Kelas dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Minat Belajar Siswa Pada Mata Pelajaran PPKn
Authors: Septiana Elyn , Herianto Edy , Sawaludin Sawaludin , Ismail M.
Published: January 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk membuktikan pengaruh implementasi keterampilan guru dalam mengelola kelas terhadap minat belajar siswa pada Mata Pelajaran PPKn dengan menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif dengan jenis kuasi-eksperimen dan menggunakan desain nonequivalent control group. Penelitian dilaksanakan di SMP Negeri 11 Mataram pada kelas IX, jumlah populasi pada penelitian ini sebanyak 113 orang dan Sampel penelitian ditentukan secara purposive sampling sebanyak 51 orang, yakni 29 siswa dari kelas A dan 28 siswa dari kelas D. Peneliti menggunakan angket untuk mengumpulkan data penelitian. Setelah melalui uji prasyarat, t-test separated varians digunakan digunakan untuk menguji hipotesis penelitian. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa hasil t-hitung (2.229) > t-tabel (2.004) pada taraf signifikansi 5%, sehingga dapat ditarik kesimpulan dengan Ha di terima yang artinya keterampilan guru PPKn dalam pengelolaan kelas memberikan pengaruh pada minat belajar siswa kelas IX.
Review on various image protection methods
Authors: Ghaleb Abdulkadhim Ekhlas , Hammad Dhahi Sanaa , Salman Al-Shemarry Meeras
Published: January 2024

The security of information exchange over email and other web-based means is rather low, and there is the risk of interception when it comes to confidential information (e.g., credit card info). Therefore, online users should be ensured of the security and privacy of their web interactions. Despite the remarkable benefits of the Internet in the modern era and its contribution to digital communication, the information security of open networks has become an important issue due to its heavy costs. Several approaches have been used to address this issue, particularly through information hiding and encryption in system security strategies. Cryptography is the process of information encryption, and steganography refers to information hiding. These methods have proven quite effective in maintaining information security. Cryptography involves making changes to confidential information, which prevents their readability by eavesdroppers, which could also be considered a technique of original text to cipher text. On the other hand, steganography entirely hides confidential information from unauthorized users using multiple carrier formats, including audio, video, protocol, and images. Given the availability of digital images, they are often employed as carrier files online. Other approaches to image steganography are also common and have specific limitations and advantages. The present study aimed to review different methods of image cryptography and steganography and compare the studies in this regard so as to determine which the best, specific  and accurate methods of information security.