bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Triple therapy in a single inhaler for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: clinical studies and case report (real practice)
Authors: Salukhov V. V. , Kryukov E. V. , Kharitonov M. A. , Sereda V. P. , Minakov A. A.
Published: November 2021

Algorithms for de-escalation of basic therapy, including the abolition of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as well as the development of clear criteria for prescribing triple therapy in clinical practice remain the subject of numerous studies and discussions. The given case report of managing a patient with a long experience of smoking and severe COPD demonstrated an unsuccessful experience of de-escalation of therapy with the abolition of ICS due to concerns about the fact of pneumonia. The dual bronchodilator therapy prescribed in accordance with modern recommendations was insufficiently effective in preventing exacerbations, and the stabilization of the patient’s condition was observed after the appointment of a fixed triple combination of drugs in a single inhaler (VI/UMEC/FF), which contains vilanterol (VI), umeclidinium bromide (UMEC) and ICS fluticasone furoate (FF). An additional contribution to ensuring clinical success was made by such factors as strict compliance with medical prescriptions by the patient, smoking cessation and compliance with recommendations for maintaining physical activity, compliance with a strict self-isolation regime during the pandemic, which reduced the risks of respiratory viral infections. Additional clinical predictors of the effectiveness of ICS in COPD were the bronchitis type, the persistence of symptoms and the recurrence of exacerbations of the disease after discontinuation of the drug, the level of blood eosinophilia. When deciding whether to prescribe or cancel triple therapy, it is recommended to take into account the data on the effect of ICS on improving the functional parameters and clinical course of the disease with a decrease in symptoms, on reducing the risk of exacerbations, on increasing patient survival and a positive prognosis during COPD.
Dupilumab: basic aspects and applications to T2-mediated diseases
Authors: Kurbacheva3 O. M. , Dyneva M. E. , Ilina N. I.
Published: November 2021

The asthma, chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), atopic dermatitis (AD), eosinophilic esophagitis and other diseases based on T2-inflammation are a widespread in the world. It has led to the development of genetically engineered drugs aimed at individual and specific components of inflammation. One of the leading positions in the pathogenesis of T2-mediated diseases is occupied by interleukin (IL)-4 and IL-13, which explains the prospects of studying these cytokines for the creation of anti-IL-4/IL-13 monoclonal antibodies. The first immunobiological drug was registered to directe against the α subunit of the IL-4 receptor (IL-4Ra), common to both IL-4 and IL-4/IL-13 receptor complexes is dupilumab which is a fully human monoclonal antibody. Dupilumab targets the IL-4 receptor alpha chain (IL-4Rα), common to both IL-4R complexes: type 1 (IL-4Rα/γc; IL-4 specific) and type 2 (IL-4Rα/IL-13Rα1; IL-4 and IL-13 specific). Because the IL-4/IL-13/STAT6 signaling pathway plays a significant role in T2 inflammation. IL-4 and IL-13 are secreted by several cells and, along with other T2 cytokines, as well as with the participation of IL-33, IL-25 and TSLP can stimulate cells to further secrete pro-inflammatory cytokines, contributing to the maintenance of the inflammatory process. Currently, dupilumab has been studied in at least 3,000 patients with asthma, AD, CRSwNP and eosinophilic esophagitis. The results of investigation show an acceptable safety profile in placebo-controlled studies worldwide. In this article, we have highlighted the results of numerous clinical studies and observations that have proven the effectiveness and safety of the use of dupilumab in asthma, AD, CRSwNP, prurigo, eosinophilic esophagitis and eosinophilic pneumonia.
Clinical experience of using formoterol/budesonide in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Authors: Demko I. V. , Mamaeva M. G. , Sobko E. A. , Kraposhina A. Yu. , Gordeeva N. V.
Published: November 2021

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) today remains one of the most important problems of modern medicine. The social significance of this disease is determined by the annual health care costs for treating patients with exacerbated COPD, as well as the still high mortality and disability rates worldwide. The main goals of COPD treatment are to slow the rate of disease progression, control the symptoms, reduce the frequency of exacerbations and hospitalizations, and reduce the risk of future exacerbations. Currently, the main groups of drugs for basic therapy of COPD are inhaled prolonged bronchodilators from the groups of β2-adrenergic agonists and M-anticholinergics, as well as their combinations. Patients with COPD and bronchial asthma, as well as patients with COPD with elevated levels of eosinophils and frequent exacerbations, inhaled glucocorticosteroids (ICS) are used. It has been proven that the addition of corticosteroids to LABA in patients with moderate to severe COPD and frequent exacerbations has a more effective influence on pulmonary function and the number of exacerbations. Clinical studies have shown the relationship between the level of blood eosinophilia and the clinical effects of preventing future exacerbations when using iCS in combination with LABA. In our clinical observation, in patient with moderate COPD and blood eosinophilia > 300 cells/μL, when prescribing monotherapy with long-acting agonists, frequent exacerbations of the disease were noted. The addition of corticosteroids to monotherapy with a long-acting agonist made it possible to influence the frequency of exacerbations and reduce the level of eosinophils in the blood.
Prediction and analysis of water resources demand in Taiyuan City based on principal component analysis and BP neural network
Authors: Wu Junhao , Wang Zhaocai , Dong Leyiping
Published: November 2021

Water is a fundamental natural and strategic economic resource that plays a vital role in promoting economic and social development. With the accelerated urbanization and industrialization in China, the potential demand for water resources will be enormous. Therefore, accurate prediction of water resources demand is important for the formulation of industrial and agricultural policies, development of economic plans, and many other aspects. In this study, we develop a model based on principal component analysis (PCA) and back propagation (BP) neural network to predict water resources demand in Taiyuan, Shanxi Province, a city with severe water shortage in China. The prediction accuracy is then compared with PCA-ANN, ARIMA, NARX, Grey–Markov, serial regression, and LSTM models, and the results showed that the PCA-BP model outperformed other models in many evaluation factors. The proposed PCA-BP model reduces the dimensionality of high-dimensional variables by PCA and transformed them into uncorrelated composite data, which can make them easier to compute. More importantly, BP and weight threshold adjustment in model training further improve the prediction accuracy of the model. The model analysis will provide an important reference for water demand assessment and optimal water allocation in other regions.
Simultaneous sorption of heavy metals on Algerian Bentonite: mechanism study
Authors: Yous Radhia , Khalladi Razika , Cherifi Hakima
Published: November 2021

Industrialization has induced tremendous environmental problems, particularly surface and underground water pollution by harmful heavy metals. In this work, we attempt to eliminate simultaneously iron and cadmium from aqueous solutions by adsorption on Algerian Bentonite. This abundant material was used without any modification. The sorption mechanism was investigated, and effects of pH, initial adsorbate and adsorbent concentrations were studied. The kinetics study revealed that equilibrium was reached after 120 min for both metals, and maximal adsorbed quantities of cadmium (76 mg/g) and iron (55 mg/g ) were obtained at pH = 10 and 8 respectively. Different kinetic models were tested, such as pseudo first-order, pseudo second-order, film and intraparticle diffusion models. The pseudo second-order model fits well the experimental data. Biot number values (2–39) show that the simultaneous sorption process is controlled by film diffusion due to electrostatic interactions between negatively charged surface and cations, then by the internal diffusion and formation of bonds between cations and adsorbent constituents. Also, compared to iron, the high and rapid sorption of cadmium reflects the selective nature of the sorption process. These results show that raw bentonite could be used without further treatment as an efficient sorbent for heavy metal mixtures.
Enhanced removal of scaling cations from oilfield produced water by carrier mineral floatation
Authors: Sun Hao , Liu Yuwen , Liu Dandan , Li Shaomin , Li Xiaoqing , Chen Haitao , Han Zhongying , Li Lei , Li Xiaobing
Published: November 2021

This work reports a novel carrier flotation protocol for removing scaling cations from an oilfield produced water source which significantly reduces the collector consumption by employing natural minerals such as quartz, montmorillonite and talcum as the scaling cations carriers. The scaling cations uptake onto all carrier minerals exhibited homogeneous and monolayer adsorption, which was mainly dominated by physisorption. After adding oleate collector, the scaling cations removal rate was further enhanced, which was attributed to its high affinity with the scaling cations. Notably, the talcum flotation process simultaneously offered a high scaling cations removal rate (76.1%) and mineral recovery rate (98.3%), which achieved a sediment yield reduction of 72.2%. By summarizing the characterization results, the scaling cations removal mechanisms were also proposed. Moreover, high regeneration efficiencies (86.1% and 84.8% for quartz and talcum regeneration within three cycles) were achieved by the proposed regeneration protocol. This carrier flotation protocol with its low collector consumption offered technical promise for scaling cations removal from oilfield produced water.
Effects of Polyphenols in Aging and Neurodegeneration Associated
with Oxidative Stress
Authors: Rivas Francisca , Poblete-Aro Carlos , Pando María Elsa , Allel María José , Fernandez Valentina , Soto Angélica , Nova Pablo , Garcia-Diaz Diego
Published: November 2021

Aging is defined as the functional loss of tissues and organs over time. This is
a biological, irreversible, progressive, and universal process that results from genetic and
environmental factors, such as diet, physical activity, smoking, harmful alcohol consumption,
and exposure to toxins, among others. Aging is a consequence of molecular and cellular
damage built up over time. This damage begins with a gradual decrease in physical
and mental capacity, thus increasing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s
and Parkinson’s disease. Neuronal, functional, and structural damage can be explained
by an imbalance among free radicals, reactive oxygen species, reactive nitrogen
species, and antioxidants, which finally lead to oxidative stress. Due to the key role of free
radicals, reactive oxygen species, and reactive nitrogen species, antioxidant therapy may reduce
the oxidative damage associated with neurodegeneration. Exogenous antioxidants are
molecules that may help maintain the balance between the formation and elimination of free
radicals, thus protecting the cell from their toxicity. Among them, polyphenols are a broad
group of secondary plant metabolites with potent antioxidant properties. Here, we review
several studies that show the potential role of polyphenol consumption to prevent, or slow
down, harmful oxidative processes linked to neurodegenerative disorders.
Interferon-Beta Injection in Multiple Sclerosis Patients Related to the Induction
of Headache and Flu-Like Pain Symptoms: A Systematic Review
and Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
Authors: Trevisan Gabriela , Pereira Leonardo Gomes , Rodrigues Patrícia , Viero Fernanda Tibolla , Frare Julia Maria , Ramanzini Luís Guilherme
Published: November 2021

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurodegenerative, inflammatory, and autoimmune
disease characterised by the demyelination of the central nervous system. One of the main approaches
for treating MS is the use of disease-modifying therapies (DMTs). Among the DMTs are
interferons (IFNs), which are cytokines responsible for controlling the activity of the immune system
while exerting immunomodulatory, antiviral, and antiproliferative activities. IFN-beta (IFN-β)
is the first-choice drug used to treat relapsing-remitting MS. However, the administration of IFN-β
causes numerous painful adverse effects, resulting in lower adherence to the treatment. Therefore,
this study aimed to investigate the headache and flu-like pain symptoms observed after IFNβ injection
in MS patients using a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. A
total of 2370 articles were identified through research databases. Nine articles were included (three
involving IFNβ-1b and six involving IFNβ-1a). All studies included in the meta-analysis had a low
risk of bias. The odds ratio of headache and flu-like pain symptoms increased in MS patients treated
with IFN-β. Thus, the adverse effects of headache and flu-like pain symptoms appear to be linked to
IFN-β treatment in MS. The protocol of the study was registered in the Prospective International
Registry of Systematic Reviews (registration number CRD42021227593).
Perspective on the Role of Four Beta-blockers in Heart Failure
Authors: Ahmed Asim Ahmed Elnour
Published: November 2021

Background:

The current recommendations of the American College of Cardiology/
American Heart Association and a previous Bayesian analysis clearly show a mortality benefit with
the use of β- blockers in chronic HF, especially for bisoprolol, carvedilol, and sustained-release
metoprolol succinate.

Objective:

The main objective was to report the evidence on the use of the afore-mentioned β-blockers
in subjects with heart failure and to characterize the stages of heart failure in response to the four different
β-blockers. Furthermore, it shed light on the patient’s satisfaction and improved quality of life
using the afore-mentioned β-blockers in subjects with heart failure.

Method:

The current perspective presented the clinical outcomes, including hospitalization, morbidity,
mortality, patient’s satisfaction, and quality of life, of four beta (β)-blockers, namely bisoprolol,
carvedilol, metoprolol succinate, and nebivolol in different stages of heart failure.

Results :

The use of these three agents should be recommended for all stable subjects with current or
previous symptoms of heart failure and heart failure with reduced ejection fraction unless there is any
contraindication. The fore-mentioned β-blockers (bisoprolol, carvedilol, and metoprolol succinate) can
be initiated early, even in stable and symptom-free (at rest) subjects with heart failure. β-blockers in
heart failure should be commenced at small doses and then titrated upward as tolerated to achieve the
desired clinical effects on heart rate and symptom control.

Conclusion:

Cardiologists should weigh the benefit-risk in subjects with heart failure and other coexisting
cardiovascular problems such as atrial fibrillation and diabetes.
Semantics in cultural perspective overview
Authors: Smith Virginia , Florence Karrie , Maria Franklin
Published: November 2021

The article was to aim to investigate the semantics overview based on the cultural perspective. The aim of semantics is to discover why meaning is more complex than simply the words formed in a sentence.  Culture is a word for the 'way of life' of groups of people, meaning the way they do things. The excellence of taste in the fine arts and humanities, also known as high culture. An integrated pattern of human knowledge, belief, and behavior. The outlook, attitudes, values, morals, goals, and customs shared by a society. Culture is the characteristics and knowledge of a particular group of people, encompassing language, religion, cuisine, social habits, music, and arts. The word "culture" derives from a French term, which in turn derives from the Latin "colere," which means to tend to the earth and grow, or cultivation and nurture. Well, cultural tradition can take on many forms. A tradition is usually some kind of action or event that is passed on through the generations of a certain group that practices said traditions. So WE would guess that cultural tradition is where a group of people practices certain traditions from a culture. Cultural values are the core principles and ideals upon which an entire community exists. This is made up of several parts: customs, which are traditions and rituals; values, which are beliefs; and culture, which is all of a group's guiding values.
Applied linguistics theory and application
Authors: Peniro Rocio , Cyntas Jorde
Published: November 2021

Applied linguistics is an interdisciplinary field that identifies, investigates, and offers solutions to language-related real-life problems. Some of the academic fields related to applied linguistics are education, psychology, communication research, anthropology, and sociology. Theoretical Linguistics focuses on the examination of the structure of English in all its manifestations (phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, grammar at large). Other branches of Applied linguistics offered are, for instance, the acquisition of a second language and sociolinguistics. applied linguistics is a branch of linguistics where the primary concern is the application of linguistic theories, methods and findings to the elucidation of language problems that have arisen in other areas of experience. Today the governing board of AILA describes applied linguistics 'as a means to help solve specific problems in society. Applied linguistics focuses on the numerous and complex areas in society in which language plays a role.'
Influence of social media on EFL Yemeni learners in Indian Universities during Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Altam Saleh
Published: November 2021

The present study aims to scrutinize the efficiency of using social media on EFL Yemeni learners in Indian universities during COVID-19 pandemic. This research covers four social media_ Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and WhatsApp. The research methodology that is used in this research is quantitative design using an online questionnaire. The questionnaire was distributed online using a closed-ended questionnaire. Google forms was exploited in this study. The findings indicate that learners spend more time using social media for learning the English language, and listening is the most improved skill when using social media for learning the English language. Results also indicate that using social media makes learners acquire and practice new vocabularies and decrease their spelling errors. Finally, YouTube is the most used social media platform used for learning the English language. More research is needed to clarify the impact of other social media such as  Snapchat, Instagram, Wechat ,etc. on EFL learners. Further research is also recommended for investigating the impact of social media on each skill separately.
Promoting English learning from home to Indonesian families: an alternative approach to learning foreign languages at an early age
Authors: Susanty Lela , Sholihah Husna Imro'athush , Pramesworo Ignatius Septo , Telaumbanua Sadieli , Basir Abd
Published: November 2021

This paper will describe an alternative approach to promoting English as a foreign language from an early age among Indonesian families. We are aware that several approaches have been taken by researchers, curriculum writers, and school teachers, but in reality, the success has not been as satisfying as the expectations of all parties, especially the government. Therefore, we have collected data and analyzed it under a descriptive qualitative study approach. Data analysis starts from applying data coding, critical interpretation, evaluation, and data organization to become valid, finding data to answer questions as above. Based on research evidence from hundreds of works of literature, we can conclude from the results of this study, among other things, that the approach to promoting English language learning in families at an early age has proven to be very successful compared to the approach to learning in schools when they are teenagers. Thus, it is hoped that this finding will be beneficial for many parties; curriculum designers, teachers, and parents.
Politicizing flight in Edward Albee’s seascape
Authors: Khamari Zied
Published: November 2021

In recent years, scholars and critics have become increasingly interested in the view that art is a means to escape from the existent reality and the difficulties of modern civilization. Many writers emphasized in their literary works the need to be emancipated from the restrictions of modern society and underlined the idea that flight is the ultimate way to avoid the complexities of contemporary life. Edward Albee, for example, addressed the issue of flight in his drama, particularly the sociopolitical and artistic scopes of escape. In his Seascape, Albee presents a multifaceted perception of flight juxtaposing the social with the literary and the political with the artistic. In the postmodern political thought too, there is a similar tendency that valorizes the struggle for the liberation of the individual from all forms of repression and domination exerted by sociopolitical forces. Gilles Deleuze & Félix Guattari (2005), for instance, criticize the constraints and rules that power authorities use to control the individual and call instead for freeing humans from all authoritarian policies. This paper, then, seeks to examine Albee’s staging of flight from the Deleuzo-Guattarian perspective in an attempt to elucidate his complex yet refined dramatization of escape in his play Seascape.
Language: a ‘mirror’ of the culture and its application English language teaching
Authors: Hartono Hartono , Suparto Suparto , Hassan Ahdi
Published: November 2021

This article is intended to highlight the linguistic principle proposed by anthropological linguists, “Language is a mirror of the culture.” The purpose of study attempts to explore foreign language teaching and learning from the perspective of language shapes thought and to improve language learning through a cross a cross-cultural communication. The first part of this article, the linguistic principle, is reflected in the Sapir–Whorf hypothesis or the Whorfian hypothesis briefly highlighted. Second part focuses on the practical use of the Whorfian hypothesis for teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL), especially cross culture understanding (CCU) and the English teaching for specific purposes (ESP).
Speaking across curriculum in the public university
Authors: Dulin Alvin T.
Published: November 2021

This paper presents the status of Language Across Curriculum (LAC) as an approach in developing the speaking skills of the students in a public university, particularly at Cagayan State University. It provides baseline data on how English teachers, content area teachers, administrators and the administrative personnel develop students’ speaking skills in school-based speaking transactions and learning experiences. The study utilizes the descriptive method of research employing survey and comparative techniques supplemented by Focus Group Discussion and actual voice recordings. Findings reveal that LAC is evidently adopted as an approach in developing the speaking skills of students; however, the efforts in carrying this out are not consistent due to lack of a policy requiring the use of English in school-based communications. Both students and teachers assess that students do not receive maximum development of their speaking skills due to limited exposure in the use of English. Trainings and orientation on the role of the school community members, most especially among content-area teachers and administrative personnel and more extensive use of English as a medium of communication in the school are highly encouraged.
Understanding da’wah and khatib
Authors: Saputra Eko Hendro , Ghazali M. Bahri , Mukmin Hasan , Wiranto Bambang Budi , Yanti Fitri
Published: November 2021

This paper presents understanding da’wah and khatib. Da'wah contains the meaning of an activity to invite people in a wise way to the right path for good, whether in oral, written, or deed, which is done consciously and planned in an effort to achieve welfare and happiness in this world and in the hereafter. In line with that, da'wah according to the term (semantics), contains the meaning of activities that are coaching as an effort to maintain and improve something that has existed before; and can also be defined as development as an activity that leads to renewal or holding something that does not already exist. Khatib in certain situations are sometimes the same as ulama, who as the informal opinion leader are not only considered as Islamic leaders, but are often treated as leaders of social groups or communities whose influence extends beyond the boundaries of religious areas, penetrates into political, social, political aspects, culture, and government.
importance of quantitative research in language testing and assessment: in the context of social works
Authors: Rashid Md. Harun , Sipahi Esra
Published: November 2021

These studies, in multiple fields, use many statistical analysis techniques and practices for these current studies. Some of these researchers like to be attributed to quantitative studies. Investigators are therefore intensely sharply divided, and they start competing to point out the advantages of their very own preferred techniques and technologies. However, both techniques and technologies possess pros and cons for all research teams. The objectives of this research are to know the advantages and disadvantages of using statistical research methodology for language measurement and evaluation. Focusing on ethical considerations, this study also found some strong points in the use of grounded theory for language assessment and research testing, such as the generation of more in-depth insights into the design, management, and interpretation of assessment and testing; and the exploration of behaviour, perceptions, feelings, and ability to understand of test subjects. A few other weak points are, for instance, smaller sample sizes and time-consuming quantitative research methods. However, on the other hand, they involve a large sample size and therefore do not necessitate a sufficiently long time to conduct.
Public relations practitioners’ perception of new media influence on promotion of mutual understanding between organisation and strategic publics in Nigeria
Authors: Igben Harvey G.O. , Ilaya Michael E.
Published: November 2021

New media is a trending innovation and its influence in the promotion of mutual understanding between organizations and strategic publics is a more contemporary issue. This study evaluates the perception of public relations practitioners on the incorporation of new media into the process of promoting good relationships between organizations and strategic publics in Nigeria. The fundamental goal is to examine if public relations practitioners find new media helpful in carrying out public relations activities in their organizations. This study is hinged on Technological determinism theory.  Findings show that public relations practitioners of both public and private organizations do perceive the adoption of new media technologies in the performance of their function for the promotion of mutual understanding as supportive to quick and interactive approaches to dissemination of information from organizations to strategic stakeholders and the public. The study recommends that more public relations practitioners of organizations especially public organizations should be encouraged to use new media in course of executing their professional assignments.
Supply chain management, inventory management & financial performance: evidence from manufacturing firms
Authors: Anantadjaya Samuel PD , Nawangwulan Irma M , Irhamsyah Mohammad , Carmelita Paula Wendy
Published: November 2021

Supply chain management has always been fascinating to study. Not only goods but also the integration of logistical complexities to meet the requirements of customers or corporations (Extron, 2012). At the same time, inventory management is also fundamental in supply chain management (Dorfman, 1954; Hult et al., 2004). Warehouse management systems play an important role in logistics to maintain effectiveness, controlling movement and storage of materials. This system is critical because it involves chain management. This study strives to find evidence on order picking systems to maximize warehouse space and warehouse performance. Also, this study attempts to test the likelihood that inventory management has a significant influence on financial performance in the manufacturing industry. The methodology relies on qualitative and quantitative approaches to note the successful implementation of the order picking system, and the financial impact. This study provides evidence on the substantial relationships among SCM, inventory management & financial performance.
Social media promotion effect on product purchase decisions through word of mouth marketing
Authors: Wursan Wursan , Rinandiyana Lucky Radi , Badriatin Tine
Published: November 2021

This study aims to describe: (1). Promotion uses social media to influence purchasing decisions (2). Promotion with social media so that it can influence the word of mouth market (3) Promotion of word of mouth market in influencing product purchases (4) Promotion using social media word of mouth market in influencing product purchases. The method uses Quantitave, data collection techniques with questionnaires, samples with purposive sampling with a total of 150. Conclusions: (1) Social media promotion has an effect on product purchases with t-count = 8,664 value 0.000 < 0.05, coefficient value = 0.792, (2) Social media promotion affects word of mouth with, t-count = 4.395 with value = 0.000 <0.05, coefficient value = r 0.395, (3). Word of mouth market has an influence on product purchases, with t-count = 4.821 with a value = 0.000 <0.05, coefficient = 0.440 (4). Social media promotion affects purchasing decisions, with a coefficient = 0.0906 value = 0.0217 <0.05.
degree of practicing Islamic administrative thought among Arab school principals in AL- Naqab region from the teachers' point of view
Authors: Okbi Sabri Naif , Al-Hiyari Hassan Ahmed , Eabidat Hani Hatmal
Published: November 2021

The study aimed to identify the degree of Islamic administrative thought practice among Arab school principals in the Negev region from the teachers' point of view. Male and female teachers and the study sample consisted of male and female teachers who were chosen by the available random method at a rate of (5%). The results revealed that there were no statistically significant differences in the degree of practicing Islamic administrative thought among Arab school principals in the Negev region due to the variable (gender, practical qualification), and the presence of statistically significant differences in the variable (experience), which came in favor of (10 years or less). In light of the results of the study, the researcher recommends that the principle of Arab schools in the Negev region should continue to practice Islamic administrative methods because of their positive effects on work.
Synergy of modern English word-formation system
Authors: Yenikeyeva Saniya , Klymenko Olga
Published: November 2021

The article focuses on the study of synergetic approach to the principles of Modern English word-formation system structural organization and development. Word-formation is regarded as a complex open non-equilibrium system with non-linear scenarios of development. The structural organization of the English language in general and word-formation endo-system in particular ensures their ability to self-organize via accepting and adapting new language units, meanings and functions (in terms of synergetic – innovative substance, energy and information) or their dissipation. Special attention is paid to the phenomenon of language units’ functional trans orientation which contributes to the enrichment of word-forming devices and leads to the improvement of verb creative mechanisms.
Medicinal impact of oil pulling
Authors: Ashok K. , Babu M. , Anandhi S. , Kalaiarasi V.
Published: November 2021

Pulling oil involves actually pulling oil in your mouth for about 10 to 15 minutes around a tablespoon (one teaspoon for children). Traditionally, cocoa, vegetables, sesame, olives, rapeseed and sunflower oils are common options for oil. You pull and shake the oil between the teeth, when removing undesirable food particles, you also take dangerous bacteria with them, which can lead to the formation of plaques, caries and inflammations. This cleansing process is accomplished without disrupting the beneficial balance of the oral microbiome that is essential to a healthy mouth due to the non-aggressive nature of natural oils.
Microalgae as a renewable source of energy –processing and biofuel production a short review
Authors: Ashok K. , Babu M. , Anandhi S. , Padmapriya G. , Jula V.
Published: November 2021

The large application potential of micro-algae in the clean energy, biopharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries have recently drawn a substantial world interest. Biofuels, bioactive pharmaceutical drugs and food additives are organic, natural and economical sources. As biofuels, they have a good cost, renewability or environmental replacement for liquid fossil fuels. Microalges provide productive biomass feedstock for biofuel as demand for biofuels rises worldwide. These resources may be processed into biodiesel with ample supplies of biomass in rural communities. The cultivation of genetically modified algae in recent years has been pursued to promote the marketing of algae. In particular, this would benefit society if linked with a successful policy on algal biofuels and other by-products in the government. In terms of survival of the world's current problems, Algal technologies are a transformative but complementary tool. Algal fuel marketing remains a bottleneck and a threat. It is technically possible to have a big output but it is not economic. This study therefore focuses principally on problems in commercial development of biological microalgae and potential strategies for overcoming this challenge.
Buddhism and Thai educational system
Authors: Srinok Somchai , Wongsuwan Niwes , Buppapan Saiyroong , Widesbrommakun Phra , Thongdee Vitthaya , Ruangsan Niraj
Published: November 2021

In Thailand, Buddhism has played an important role in terms cultivating morality and ethics for people in the society. Later, it has become an important part of the educational system of the country. This paper has its aims to clarify some backgrounds of Buddhist studies in Thai educational system from the early period to the present day. First, it discusses (1) some of the Buddha’s principles of teaching first, and thereafter (2) importance of Buddhist studies in Thai society, (3) management of Buddhist Studies, and (4) History of Buddhist Studies in Thailand and (5) Buddhist Studies Curriculum will be discussed. The conclusion of this study reveals that training morality and ethics to youth is the key factor making Buddhist studies exist in the educational system of Thailand.
Jagiellonianism in Poland and Ukraine as a factor of university education and a cultural and historical phenomenon
Authors: Hysa Oksana A. , Stepaniuk Ihor V. , Vaniuha Liudmyla S. , Zhorniak Bogdana Ye , Rehulich Iryna V.
Published: November 2021

The relevance of the research topic consists in the necessity of a comprehensive study of the educational and scientific activities of the departments of musicology of Krakow and Lviv universities during the first half of the twentieth century in the context of coverage of the interaction experience between Ukrainian and foreign higher education institutions so to determine in such way the features and values of the Ukrainian music science in the European scientific and educational space. The purpose of the research is to discover and to analyze the creative activity of the departments of musicology at the Krakow and Lviv Universities in the context of Jagellonism through the consideration of the principles of European musical academic education since the establishment of these institutions in 1911-1912 and till the beginning of the XXI century. The scientific novelty of the research consists in finding out the leading role of Z. Jachimecky and A. Chybi?ski in the formation and development of national musicological schools in Poland and Ukraine as inheritors of the cultural genetic code of Jagiellonism. That cultural genetic code consisted of special attention to the inter-Slavic relations within the Western-Eastern cultural heritage.
Methodological foundations of soft skills of musical art teachers in pedagogical institutions of higher education
Authors: Mozgalova Nataliia G. , Baranovska Iryna G. , Hlazunova Iryna K. , Mikhalishen Aleksandr V. , Kazmirchuk Natalia S.
Published: November 2021

Discussions about the exact sciences dominate education these days, with a lot of emphasis on teaching STEM disciplines. Because of this, teachers of other subjects, such as art or history, felt a little left out when talking about how to properly prepare students for future careers. However, there is even less attention is paid to the soft skills that students need to succeed after they graduate and work. The classes designed specifically for soft skills are the rare occurrence, but that does not mean these skills are not important. This determines the relevance of this paper. The purpose of the paper was to highlight the necessary soft skills for future specialists in musical or artistic disciplines, as well as to trace their differences with hard skills. The key research method was the analysis of theoretical materials and the development of general soft skills, which are necessary for the training of teachers of musical art, and the development of which is important for teachers to pay attention to. Teachers will not always have time to plan classes that perfectly combine hard and interpersonal skills.
Interaction of national cultures in the development of musical life of Transcarpathia in the second half of the 20th century
Authors: Onyshchenko Kateryna M. , Hiha Stepan P. , Hlukhanych Olesia M. , Zelinka Valentyna S. , Vihula Valentyna I.
Published: November 2021

The development of musical life and culture of Transcarpathia had been influenced by different cultures. Recently, scholars have paid attention to the problem of historical development of the region, as well as the study of the cultural heritage of Transcarpathia. These studies are crucial within the framework of studying various aspects of regional history, which strive to avoid stereotypes, subjectivism, and other factors. The purpose of this study is to identify different cultural influences on Transcarpathian musical life in the second half of the 20th century. The research methodology is based on such theoretical methods as synthesis and analysis of information, as well as the historical method. Cultural studies and socio-cultural approaches were used. In addition, the theoretical analysis of academic literature was conducted in this study. The multiculturalism of Transcarpathia in the middle and at the end of the 20th century was considered in this study. It was determined that in the second half of the 20th century the leading ethnic groups in the region, who were Ukrainians, Hungarians and Romanians, coexisted within different small territories and zones. Small groups of Russians, Germans, Slovaks, Jews and Roma have also lived among them.
Application of the power of attorney in the law of guarantee against fixed objects in Indonesia
Authors: Agustan Leny , Yaswirman Yaswirman , Azheri Busra , Fendri Azmi
Published: November 2021

The power of attorney in the Civil Code concerning the granting of power, which is an agreement, so that a binding principle applies to both parties. In addition to the principle of binding consensus also for them the principle of goodwill, that the parties in making agreements must have goodwill. In its development, the power of attorney, especially in business law and the world of a notary, gave birth to the name of absolute power, which then in the field of a notary is known to be contained in the power of attorney imposes dependent rights (SKMHT). This SKMHT arises from the existence of a principal agreement between the debtor and the credit against the material guarantee. SKMHT is a power of attorney that is specific to one legal action only and is an irrevocable power of attorney.
Conditions for the development of psychological and pedagogical competence of teachers of vocational (professional and technical) education
Authors: Lukіianchuk Alla , Kharahirlo Vira , Sakhno Oleksandr , Tataurova-Osyka Galyna , Stadnik Nadiіa
Published: November 2021

The urgency of the research problem is due to the need to improve approaches to the development of professional competence of teachers and insufficient development of theoretical, practical and scientific-methodological aspects of creating conditions for psychological and pedagogical competence of teachers of vocational education in the system of continuing education. The conditions of the development are characterized as a set of motivation of professional activity and readiness for innovative activity. The program of the School of Pedagogical Coaching was developed on the basis of the diagnostic study of the peculiarities of the conditions for the development of psychological and pedagogical competence. The purpose of the article is to determine and study the conditions of development of the psychological and pedagogical competence of teachers of professional (vocational) education in the system of continuing education. The leading method of empirical research of this problem is a questionnaire, which allows to cover a significant number of respondents in different regions of Ukraine and analyze in detail the conditions for the development of psychological and pedagogical competence of teachers such as motivation and readiness for innovation activity.
Cultural communications of the diplomatic corps as a public institution
Authors: Zakharova Oksana
Published: November 2021

In the 18th – early 20th centuries, state ceremonial was an integral part of the system of government of European monarchies. They played a significant role in the legitimisation of power institutions (the coronation ceremony), in the administration of foreign and domestic political, ideological and cultural functions by the state. One of the first places in the hierarchy of state ceremonials is occupied by the diplomatic ceremony, in the process of preparation and in the conduct of which the leading role belongs to the representatives of the diplomatic corps. Their activities make it possible to solve these protocol and ceremonial issues more quickly. The diplomatic corps is the collective body of heads of diplomatic missions accredited to a particular government. The relevance of the study lies in exploring the role of art in diplomatic communications, which are one of the methods of building partnerships between states. The purpose of the study is to prove that culture is an important communicative factor in the system of diplomatic relations. There are no published studies on this problem in historiography. The source database includes two groups of materials: documentary publications and archival materials.
Audience loyalty as the main prerequisite for trade press thriving
Authors: Varenyk Valentyna M. , Trishchuk Olga V.
Published: November 2021

Modern publishing businesses need a complex roadmap for developing print and digital directions, and lack of the strategy for media means overload with unnecessary current activities for employees, lack of attention to readers and advertisers and dissatisfaction with the financial achievements by head office. The proposed paper attempts to understand the usage patterns and preferences of audience for print trade magazine. The questionnaire is based on the theory of the functions of the trade press to make sure that the magazine performs the established functions for its audience. The data also helped establish the demographics of the magazine's audience. The findings of the study enable to throw light on the present media usage habits and to examine the trade media consumption behavior. The study showed that the audience of the trade media is very homogeneous and characterized by similar socio-economic characteristics. Even though the study gives insights into current trade press preferences of audience, the results may not be generalized as every audience has own territorial, gender and financial differences and diversified socio-economic background. The study can be further extended by taking a sample from different types of trade media.
media image of Ukraine
Authors: Tkachenko Olena H. , Sydorenko Olha P. , Melnikova Iuliia O. , Myronets Nina R. , Smus Andrii H.
Published: November 2021

A positive image of the country on the international arena enables the state to pursue an active foreign policy, attract investment and tourist flows, and increase its prestige in the world. A positive political, economic, social, and cultural reputation in the world is very important for Ukraine, which is in a state of political crisis, military conflict in the East of the country, and at the same time has declared to uphold the European values and is aimed at joining the EU and the NATO. Ukraine is an attractive source of news in shaping the agenda of influential European media. In 2019, the catalyst of interest was the events of the presidential election campaign. This is one of the fateful periods of the country’s struggle for independence and democracy. The political course of the country in the international arena depends on the results of the will expression, which may indirectly affect the geopolitical landscape of Europe. Based on the content analysis of The Telegraph, The Guardian (UK); Die Zeit, Die Tageszeitung (Germany); Le Figaro, Le Monde (France) defined the semantic structure and emotional and evaluative tone of the media image of Ukraine.
Causes and criteria of disharmonies in family system functioning
Authors: Maksymova Nataliia Yu. , Hrys Antonina , Maksymov Mykola V. , Krasilova Yuliia M. , Udovenko Julia M.
Published: November 2021

The article highlights the problem of finding the causes of disharmonies in marital relations and the criteria for the normal functioning of a family system. Dysfunction or disturbances of family functioning are such features of family life that complicate or hinder execution of family functions. A dysfunctional family in a broad sense means a system determining distortions of personal development and, therefore, maladaptive, deviant behaviour or neurotic disorders at one or more of the family members. The aim of the study is to identify the causes of disharmony in marital relations and the criteria for normal functioning of a family as a system. The empirical part of this study was devoted to determining the causes of such disharmonies in marital relationships that subsequently led to divorce. The study was conducted during the family counselling of married men, women and married couples who were in the process of divorce. The next criteria for normal family functioning have been determined: respect for differences; sincerity in expressing thoughts and feelings; dynamic relationships; role sharing; observance of personal boundaries; family openness; emotional and spiritual intimacy.