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Perspective Chapter: Heavy Metals-Mediated Chemical Contamination in Foods, Associated Health Risks, and Remediation Techniques
Authors: Ullah Hamid , Majeed Khan Abdul , Ullah Sadeeq , Asif Muhammad , Imtiaz Muhammad , Shazia Bibi
Published: January 2025

Environmental contamination is one of the great challenges worldwide. It is exponentially increasing through natural and non-natural sources, particularly through anthropogenic activities. Pollutants such as heavy metals, SO2, CO, nitrogen oxides, biological contaminants, ozone, etc., are serious threats to the environment. Among others, the heavy metals exploration through mining, their natural addition to the various vegetables/foods from the soil, and their presence in air and water are recognized as the riskiest factors contributing to environmental contamination. The presence of heavy metals in the environment, particularly in foodstuffs poses highly toxic effects on human health which compel the scientist to identify the levels of these heavy metals in the foodstuffs as well as to design green strategies to overcome the health-related challenges with the used of the heavy metals contaminated foods. The present chapter focuses on the heavy metals presence in different foods through dietary intake, sources of these metals, the associated risks, and reported heavy metals remediation strategies for foods including physical, chemical, bioremediation, and others.
Perspective Chapter: New Approaches for Learning Design – Course Architecture and Media Educational Technologies
Authors: Yarnykh Veronika
Published: January 2025

The background of this topic is the need to research the current situation in the educational market. The current state of affairs in education implies a shift in approaches to learning design and the architecture of training programs, including Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). Research in learning design is both theoretical and practical. An analysis of the current state of the education market, Generation Z’s demands, and new requirements for educational processes makes it essential to understand the potential for change in both online and offline learning environments. This creates a new onlife reality and space that is reflected in various ways by MOOC education. In the theoretical analysis of approaches and practices, ADDIE instructional design models, Infosys 4A communication models, concepts of onlife environments as well as approaches to using media educational technologies in MOOCs, were used to understand and implement the proposals. The study identified the main factors influencing the approaches to building the architecture of the course and the learning design of the educational experience and study process. The contribution of this study to the field of knowledge about learning designs for modern MOOCs is to identify new opportunities for designing the architecture of a MOOC course, form motivational focuses for MOOC participants, and create conditions and environments within the MOOC for learning.
Spectral Perturbation Theory of Hermitian Matrices
Authors: Carlsson Marcus
Published: January 2025

While Hermitian Perturbation theory is significantly simpler in many aspects than the non-Hermitian one, explicit formulas for first- and second-order perturbations are often not present in standard reference works on the topic and hard to find elsewhere, especially in the presence of degenerate eigenvalues (i.e., of multiplicity higher than one). This chapter aims to fill in these gaps and also presents some new contributions, pertaining to degenerate eigenvalues. We focus on the local behavior of eigenvalues and eigenvectors as functions of all the matrix entries in the perturbation, giving concrete formulas for the gradient and Hessian of the corresponding multivariable Taylor series.
Perspective Chapter: Textile Industry Challenges and Priority Actions to Mitigate Microplastic Fibre Pollution
Authors: Ka Man Chan Carmen , Kar Hei Fang James , Bin Fei , Wai Kan Chi
Published: January 2025

The textile industry faces challenges caused by microplastic fibre (MPF) pollution. Urgent measures and interventions are needed to mitigate the release of MPFs throughout the textile lifecycle. Obstacles arise when implementing action plans that impede stakeholders from taking the appropriate steps. Standardised test methodologies to support the control of release are still in their infancy for application in the broader industry. The contribution of domestic and industrial wastewater to microfibre pollution is ambiguous, so considering natural fibres alongside synthetic alternatives has amplified the complexity. Instead of awaiting perfect solutions, the industry should prioritise implementing effective mitigation strategies without delay, including raising public awareness, fostering collaboration, integrating policies, improving wastewater treatment infrastructure, and supporting technological advancement. Selected sustainability initiatives that align with this agenda are utilised to generate insights and expedite actions.
Delineation of Recharge Zones for Sustainable Protection of Groundwater in Bidou I (South Cameroon)
Authors: Njikeu Olivier , Feumba Roger , Ngounou Ngatcha Benjamin
Published: January 2025

The aim of this work is to delineate groundwater recharge potential zones in Bidou I, covering approximately a surface area of 144 km2. To meet this goal, seven influencing parameters were merged in a GIS. A total of 2370 Lineaments have been extracted and mapped using remote sensing and GIS technics. Their lengths vary between 60 and 4498 m with an average of 525 ± 420 m. Eight deformed rock types and two major fractures cross-cutting each other were identified. The mapped lineaments main directions (N330°N–045°E) define the groundwater flowing direction corresponding to the recharge average direction (N010°E) of the aquifers in the area. The water balance calculation shows that about 10% of the average interannual rainfall in the Kribi region (1991–2021) was effectively infiltrated. This implies that the effective recharge feeds the stock variation (ΔRi). The calculated rock filtration velocities range from 0.5 × 10−9 to 11.0 × 10−9 m/s with an average of 2.5 × 10−9 m/s. The LULC classes expressed as percentages of the total study area are: Vegetation: 90%, Water bodies: 5%, Bare soils: 4% and Built-up: 1%. In prelude to sustainable groundwater protection and management in the area, a five classes map (very poor, poor, moderate, good and very good) of Groundwater Recharge Potential Zones (GWRPZ) was realized by assigning to each layer a fixed weight and a score from Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) using weighted overlay analysis (WOA) tool.
Perspective Chapter: Narcissism and Mindfulness – Individual and Relational Well-Being
Authors: E. Leavitt Chelom , F. Hatch Hannah
Published: January 2025

Narcissism is a persistent problem for those that have been diagnosed with a disorder or received high scores on narcissistic measures, and there is a need for researchers to distinguish between the different facets of narcissism. Mindfulness is one mechanism that may help both grandiose and vulnerable narcissists and their partners, but it is not a cure-all and needs to be examined using a variety of practices that target specific types of narcissism. Because mindfulness may still facilitate a pre-occupation with self, this presents a unique challenge and highlights the importance of mindfulness practice that is focused on self- and other- compassion. In this way mindfulness practice represents one hopeful avenue for therapists, relationship educators, and researchers to explore how a narcissist may become more other-centered. Mindfulness and sexual mindfulness have the potential to provide both the narcissist and their partner a means to reevaluate the relationship and understand their partner’s perspective, however more research is needed to examine how and when mindfulness may be beneficial. Caution should be used as mindfulness is not always helpful for individuals who are narcissistic. Despite these cautions, mindfulness may provide a hopeful approach to a serious personality disorder that presently has few options for treatment.
Perspective Chapter: Silent Speech Interface Based on Neural Activity – A Short Review
Authors: Zhang Ming , Yuan Yuan , Zhang Shuo
Published: January 2025

Silent Speech Interface (SSI) technology has emerged as a fascinating area of research with the potential to transform communication. This chapter presents an overview of SSI, beginning with exploration of the diverse sensing modalities employed to capture the neural and muscular signals. These include electroencephalography (EEG), surface electromyography (sEMG), and other emerging techniques. The subsequent sections detail the processing of neural signals, encompassing feature preprocessing, and a variety of recognition algorithms in the context of Silent Speech Recognition (SSR). Additionally, different voice synthesis methods are discussed. The application scenarios of SSI are examined, spanning from restoring speech capabilities for individuals with speech impairments to enhancing communication in noisy environments and enabling silent communication in private and military contexts. Despite its significant potential, SSI confronts several challenges, including bio-sensing noises, difficulties in model generalization, the absence of comprehensive evaluation standards, and concerns related to data security and social ethics. Future research directions focus on enhancing sensing accuracy, improving model performance and generalization capabilities, establishing standardized evaluation benchmarks, and addressing ethical considerations. In summary, SSI holds the promise of revolutionizing communication, yet substantial research and development efforts are required to overcome the existing obstacles.
Factors Affecting Biofilm Formation and the Effects of These Factors on Bacteria
Authors: Kilic Tugba
Published: January 2025

Biofilm structures are communities that emerge from microorganisms adhering to a surface and living in an extracellular polymer matrix (biofilm matrix). Biofilm formation is affected by various factors, such as strain type, the presence of other bacteria, extracellular polymeric substances, cell adhesion molecules, environmental conditions (such as temperature, pH, salt, relative humidity, oxygen availability, and nutrients), surface properties (such as carrier interface, hydrophobicity, wettability, and roughness), bacterial genome, hydrodynamic conditions, physicochemical properties, cell-to-cell signaling (quorum sensing), bacterial motility. Biofilm can form on the surfaces of devices used in the food and medical sectors (such as stainless steel, glass, and polyurethane) and cause device-related infections. This study presents the factors affecting biofilm formation and on which surfaces the biofilm structure is formed, especially in the food and medical sectors. Identifying the internal and external factors that influence the biofilm life cycle allows for the identification of current strategies for promoting the formation of beneficial biofilms and eliminating harmful biofilms.
Metode dalam Islam dan Implementasinya di SMP Annur Prima
Authors: Arlina Arlina , Azzahra Dini , As-Salim Malikul Sholeh , Agustin Rika Nurmida
Published: January 2025

Learning methods are ways that teachers use to convey learning materials to students in achieving goals. Teachers are also expected to be objective in epistemological aspects and apply holistic and flexible methods, strategies and approaches. Choosing a method must be accurate in accordance with various factors, so that the results will be satisfactory. There are 8 methods of learning in Islam: the method of targib, tarhib, exemplary, story, habituation, tamsil, memorization, warning and giving motivation. The method we use in this research is a phenomenalogical qualitative method by collecting some field data, in the form of observation, interviews and documentation. The results showed that Islamic learning methods at An-nur Prima Junior High School have been implemented in the classes so that learning runs effectively and can also shape the character of students who are more religious.
Phytocannabinoids and Their Effects on Gastrointestinal System Health
Authors: Haider Rehan , Kumari Das Geetha , Ahmed Zameer , Zameer Sambreen
Published: January 2025

Phytocannabinoids, easily occurring compounds that arise from Cannabis sativa, have collected significant consideration for their healing potential across differing corporeal structures. Among these, the gastrointestinal (GI) method represents a fault-finding district of investigation, likely allure complex interaction accompanying the endocannabinoid system (ECS). This review analyzes the act of phytocannabinoids in modulating GI functions, containing action, discharge, swelling, and gut-mind signaling. Evidence suggests that phytocannabinoids, in the way that cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), wield antagonistic-angering and antispasmodic belongings, making them hopeful applicants for directing environments like bad-tempered bowel condition (IBS), Crohn’s affliction, and ulcerative colitis. The ECS, comprising cannabinoid receptors (CB1 and CB2), inside ligands, and metabolic enzymes, plays an important function in upholding GI equilibrium. Phytocannabinoids communicate with these parts to influence key processes, containing pain ideas, stomach permeability, and invulnerable answers. Furthermore, arising studies highlight their potential in talking gut microbiota dysbiosis, a determinant involved in abundant GI and integral disorders. Despite these hopeful findings, the dispassionate request for phytocannabinoids is forced by challenges in the way that instability in bioavailability, drug, and potential reactions. This review underscores the need for inclusive research to describe the exact machines of phytocannabinoid operation and advance their healing potential. Advances in pharmacological formulations and targeted transmittal structures keep improving their productiveness and security, paving the habit for phytocannabinoid-located healings in gastroenterology. By connecting the breach middle from two points preclinical evidence and dispassionate practice, this work aims to inform future blueprints for merging phytocannabinoids into the administration of GI disorders.
THE INFLUENCE OF FRUGALITY ON SUBJECTIVE WELL-BEING WITH RELIGIOSITY AS A MODERATOR VARIABLE: A STUDY ON EARLY ADULT ONLINE SHOPPERS
Authors: Meydelina Gloria , Kristinawati Wahyuni , Setiawan Adi
Published: January 2025

This study aims to examine the influence of frugality on subjective well-being (SWB) in early adult online shoppers, with religiosity as a moderator variable. The study participants consisted of men and women aged 18-40 years who are online shoppers in Indonesia. The hypothesis test was carried out using the Multiple Linear Regression technique, and the results of this study showed that the results showed that a positive relationship was found between the three variables. The results of the study also showed that religiousosis positively moderated the relationship between the variables ( = 0.073, p  0.10). In addition, it was found that the relationship was negatively correlated with the two variables (P  0.05). In conclusion, it is suggested that online shoppers can implement a lifestyle of simplicity by making a list of shopping priorities, comparing prices between platforms, and considering the use value of products before making purchases.
Surgical outcomes, survival and prognostic factors in a cohort of lung cancer patients operated at the University of Chile Clinical Hospital
Authors: Alfaro Tania , Canals Andrea , Rivera Eduardo , Cardemil Gonzalo , Clavero José Miguel , Abiuso Valeria , Fernández Jaime Gonzalo
Published: January 2025

Introduction Lung cancer is the leading cause of death by cancer worldwide and has a high lethality. The best treatment for patients with localized disease is anatomical surgical resection, granting good average survival in the long term. We did not find Chilean studies focusing on complications, long term survival or potential association with pathological or clinical factors. The aim of this work is to describe clinical characteristics, surgical complications and 5-to-10-year survival of a cohort of lung cancer patients operated in the Clinical Hospital of University of Chile and explore possible prognostic factors influencing in it.

Methods A 107 patient’s cohort of operated lung cancer patients in a single center from 2004 to 2015 was analyzed. We included patients with curative intent surgery performed in our hospital and excluded non- primary lung cancer histology or biopsies analyzed in other center. Clinical, perioperative and histopathologic data were collected. 5-10 year overall survival was determined and an exploratory analysis of prognostic factors on survival was performed.

Results We found 107 surgeries fulfilling criteria, with 27% morbidity and 5.6% and 6.5% mortality at 30 and 90 days, respectively. 5- and 10-year overall survival was 44.7% and 32.3%, respectively. Univariate analysis found that gender, age, histology, disease stage, loco-regional dissemination and postoperative complications were factors associated with survival. Multivariate analysis confirmed that gender, age, loco-regional dissemination and postoperative complications were independent factors associated with survival.

Conclusions Surgical results of a cohort of patients operated in a Chilean center show that 30 and 90-days mortality aligned with data reported worldwide. Overall survival in these selected patients is far better than reported in lung cancer patients. Risk factors that may be screened in preoperative analysis were found, which could change prognosis. Those findings suggest that improving preoperative evaluation could optimize patient selection to obtain better performance in surgical results and overall long-term survival.
IN SEARCH OF A MECHANISM TO RECONCILE ENVIRONMENT AND TRADE: A SOLUTION IN SUSTAINABLE TRADE
Authors: Habiba Umma , Ahmed Tanveer
Published: January 2025

We can’t deny that there are conflicts between regulations pertaining to trade and the environment. Proponents of trade liberalisation argue that for the upliftment of a country’s economy, there should not be any restriction on trade. They contend that trade can contribute to economic growth, and economically advanced countries will invest in preserving the environment. Conversely, environmentalists argue that the liberalisation of trade has a negative impact on the environment, and for this reason, trade restrictions should be imposed to preserve the environment. There is also debate between developed and developing countries regarding trade and environmental regulations; the former follow strict environmental regulations, while the latter favour liberal ones. Earlier studies showed the negative impacts of trade on the environment and suggested restrictions on trade for the preservation of the environment. This article tries to show that trade has both positive and negative impacts on the environment. To reconcile the dispute between trade and the environment and to remove the negative impacts of trade on the environment, sustainable trade practices are important. This article also demonstrates that sustainable trade practices can accelerate environmental soundness along with economic growth. In this regard, a ‘global environmental organization’, in cooperation with trade regulatory organisations, can act as a regulatory body to reconcile the common disputes regarding trade and the environment. This article employs a theoretical research approach, and also used a correlational research method where the interaction between trade theories and environmental principles is explored to reconcile economic development and environmental quality
Barreras para la actividad física en estudiantes universitarios
Authors: Zapata Lopez Jhoan Sebastian , Betancourt Peña Jhonatan
Published: January 2025

La inactividad física es frecuente entre los adolescentes. Las barreras para la actividad física podrían explicar las razones por las cuales los estudiantes universitarios presentan bajos niveles de actividad física. El objetivo fue determinar los factores relacionados con el bajo nivel de actividad física en estudiantes de una institución universitaria. Se realizó un estudio observacional de corte transversal con estudiantes de una institución universitaria de Colombia. Se obtuvo aval del comité de ética y todos los participantes firmaron el consentimiento informado. Se aplicó una encuesta sociodemográfica, el Cuestionario Internacional para la Actividad Física (IPAQ) versión corta, el cuestionario de Barreras para la Actividad Física (BBAQ-21), medidas antropométricas y pruebas de condición física. De 453 estudiantes, 66,45% mujeres, en su mayoría de 20 años o menos (87,17%), estrato medio (51,43%). El 27,81% presentó un nivel bajo de actividad física, con diferencias significativas por sexo (p<0,05). El 35,51% pasó ocho o más horas al día en posición sedente, siendo superior entre las mujeres (41,02%). El 22,08% tenía exceso de peso. Las barreras para la práctica de actividad física que predominaron fueron la falta de voluntad 27,15% y la falta de tiempo (20,09%). La oportunidad de tener un nivel bajo de actividad física fue mayor en las mujeres [OR:2,11; IC95%:1,26-3,53], en estudiantes con falta de tiempo [OR:1,70; IC95%:1,02-2,83], falta de voluntad [OR:2,76; IC95%:1,74-4,39] y en los universitarios con bajo peso [OR:2,42; IC95%:1,11-5,27]. Como conclusión, ser mujer, presentar bajo peso, y la falta de tiempo y voluntad se relacionaron con niveles bajos de actividad física.
The effects of para-swimming training volume and music on emotional intelligence and quality of life
Authors: Rezavandzayeri Farzad , Cancela Carral José María , Vila Suárez Helena , Khortabi Amir
Published: January 2025

The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of increasing the number of swimming training sessions on emotional intelligence and quality of life; a secondary aim was to investigate the effect of listening to music during exercise on the quality of life and emotional intelligence, in both cases for people with physical disabilities. 180 subjects were recruited and randomly divided into three equal groups of 1 session per week (1SPW or control group), three sessions per week (3SPW), and three sessions per week+music (3SPW+music). Variables were quality of life and emotional intelligence assessed by the WHOQOL-Bref and Schutte Self-Report Emotional Intelligence Test (SSEIT), respectively. Bonferroni testfollowed by the Bonferroni test, were used to compare the effectiveness of the interventions. When the three groups were compared at the end of 12 weeks, a statistically significant difference was found between the control group and two experimental groups in quality of life and emotional intelligence. However, no significant difference was found between 3SPW and 3SPW+music in quality of life (except in psychological items) or emotional intelligence. This study concluded that increasing the number of training sessions (Para Swimming) could improve the quality of life and emotional intelligence in people with physical disabilities. At the same time, music failed to improve the variables when compared to the results achieved by increasing the number of sessions.
Relación entre el desplazamiento activo y las barreras percibidas en estudiantes universitarios de magisterio
Authors: Royo Ortín Emilio , Aznar Cebamanos Mónica , Peñarrubia Lozano Carlos
Published: January 2025

El principal objetivo de este estudió fue analizar las relaciones existentes entre los tiempos de desplazamiento a la universidad y las barreras ambientales y psicosociales de estudiantes de Magisterio de la ciudad de Zaragoza, debido a que puede ser importante buscar soluciones para mejorar los niveles de actividad física en esta población, pero también porque van a ser futuros agentes implicados en la promoción de hábitos saludables en sus futuros alumnos. Participaron 203 personas matriculadas en las asignaturas de Educación Física en Educación Primaria y Educación Física en Educación Infantil de los grados de Magisterio de la Facultad de Educación de Zaragoza, de las cuales 69 eran del grado de Magisterio en Educación Infantil (33,99%) y 134 del grado de Magisterio en Educación Primaria (66,01%). Para valorar el tiempo de desplazamiento , se empleó la versión corta del Cuestionario Internacional de Actividad Física, IPAQ (Craig et al., 2003) y por otra parte, para conocer las barreras percibidas por los estudiantes para el uso de un desplazamiento activo, se utilizó una escala de valoración (modificada de Palma-Leal et al., 2021). Entre los principales resultados destacó que el tiempo destinado a desplazamiento activo fue mayor que el tiempo de desplazamiento a motor. Asimismo, solo se encontró correlación significativa entre el tiempo empleado en desplazamientos en bici y la barrera ir demasiado cargado para ir andando o en bici (p<0.5). Por último, las principales barreras para el desplazamiento activo fueron la existencia de cruces peligrosos en el camino, el mal estado y peligrosidad de calles y carriles bici, y que van cargados de peso. La ubicación del campus o la facultad puede ser un factor importante para el uso de desplazamiento activo, especialmente para realizar los trayectos andando. El uso de la bicicleta fue muy reducido, especialmente por barreras relacionadas con la seguridad vial.
Adquisición de habilidades blandas a través del deporte: Una revisión sistemática
Authors: Rapún-López Marta , Marcén Muñío Celia , Falcón Miguel David , Moreno Azze Alejandro
Published: January 2025

Las habilidades blandas hacen referencia a las habilidades sociales que se adquieren en la vida diaria y que permiten a las personas integrarse con éxito en entornos laborales. El objetivo de este estudio es realizar una revisión sistemática de la literatura científica existente sobre la adquisición y/o desarrollo de habilidades blandas a través del deporte. Se identificaron artículos de revistas en cuatro bases de datos, consultando las publicaciones hasta marzo de 2023, inclusive. Se identificaron 1202 artículos de las bases de datos y se incluyeron 5 artículos adicionales de otras fuentes de búsqueda. Se han incluido 8 artículos que cumplían los criterios de inclusión previamente establecidos. Los estudios incluidos en la presente revisión sistemática muestran una relación entre la práctica de actividad física o deporte y la adquisición de habilidades blandas. La práctica deportiva estimula la adquisición de habilidades blandas en estudiantes universitarios y en deportistas aficionados adolescentes. El número de años de práctica de un deporte se correlacionó positivamente con la adquisición de habilidades blandas en preadolescentes y adolescentes. Se identificaron habilidades blandas transferibles al puesto de trabajo adquiridas gracias al deporte. Sin embargo, es difícil especificar cuáles son las principales habilidades adquiridas a través del deporte, debido al escaso número de estudios incluidos y a que cada uno analiza diferentes habilidades blandas, además de utilizar diferente metodología y muestra.
Evaluating the Therapeutic Effects of Bupropion in a Patient with Dravet Syndrome and a Unique SCN2A Mutation
Authors: Panchal Niyati , Jhingan Aditi Priya , Verma Anisha , Tran Marissa , Baron David
Published: January 2025

This case highlights a 27-year-old male with Dravet syndrome caused by an SCN2A mutation, ADHD, autism, insomnia, migraine headaches, and episodic ataxia, demonstrating an unusual tolerance to bupropion therapy. He was prescribed bupropion XL at 150 mg daily, which was later reduced to 75 mg daily due to insomnia, and he experienced no seizures while on this medication. This case suggests that, with close monitoring, bupropion may be a treatment option for certain epilepsy patients who also need management for coexisting conditions like ADHD. Further studies are required to understand whether genetic mutations, such as SCN2A, influence how patients metabolize and respond to bupropion, potentially expanding options for managing complex cases of Dravet syndrome.
Does Corporate Social Performance Pay Off? Assessing the Impact on Firm Value in Emerging Economy
Authors: Ahmad Zeb  , Afzaal Humayun Khan  , Muhammad Ali  , Moeen Abbas
Published: January 2025

This research study investigates whether corporate social performance influences the firm value of Malaysian firms. This research study focuses on the shortcomings of current literature review by focusing the influence of corporate social performance on firm value of Malaysian firms for the period of 2012-2021. The data is collected from Thomson Reuter Datasteram. In general, corporate social performance and firm value holds an optimistic relationship. The empirical result shows that the outcome of corporate social performance on firm value is positive. Institutional and legitimacy theories criteria serve as an effective foundation for establishing social sustainability.  Policymakers and investors must consider these results when formulating economic policies and investment strategies, while enterprises in emerging nations such as Malaysia should recognize the potential implications of these elements and seek appropriate management strategies.
Kubilay Kağan’ın Bir Budist Danışmanı: Liu Bingzhong
Authors: Aziz Şirinay
Published: January 2025

XIII. yüzyılda göçebe bir toplum olarak Moğollar, Kubilay Kağan ile birlikte Çin gibi yerleşik yaşam tarzına hâkim olan geniş toprakları ele geçirdi. Böylece Kubilay Kağan Kuzey ve Güney Çin’i birleştiren ilk yabancı hükümdar olarak tarihe geçti. Çin’i yönetebilmek için Kubilay Kağan çeşitli kavim ve ırktan olanları göreve atadı. Ancak hanedanın kuruluşunun başlangıcında Çin topraklarını ve halkını iyi tanıyan, çeşitli alanlarda bilgisi olan Çinli veya Çinlileşmiş danışmanlara daha ziyade ihtiyaç duyuldu. Bu bağlamda önemli bir tarihi şahsiyet olarak Liu Bingzhong karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Liu Bingzhong, bir keşiş kimliğiyle Kubilay Kağan’ın yanında onun siyasi, askeri ve mali açıdan önemli kararlar almasına yardımcı oldu. Bu süreçte Liu Bingzhong, Kağan’ın kendisine sağladığı destek ile bir dizi icraatları gerçekleştirdi ve gerçekleşmesine vesile oldu. Buna göre Çin toprakları “Çin yasası” ve Konfüçyüs devlet anlayışına göre yönetildi ve başarılar elde edildi. Hanedan adı “Yuan’a”, saltanat adı ilk önce “Zhongtong’a”, daha sonra ise “Zhiyuan’a” değiştirildi. Mimari açıdan dönemin iki büyük başkenti olan Shangdu ve Dadu (Pekin) inşa edildi. Merkez ve taşrada idari işlerden sorumlu muhtelif kurumlar tesis edildi. Bunun yanı sıra muhtelif memuriyetler oluşturuldu ve onların unvanları, görevleri, sayıları ve maaşları formüle edildi. Saray tören ritüelleri oluşturuldu ve memuriyet rütbelerine göre kıyafetler tasarlandı. Yuan Hanedanı’nın ilk resmi yasası olan “Zhiyuan Yeni Nizamnamesi” yanı sıra yeni bir takvim de oluşturdu. Liao, Jin ve Song hanedanlarının resmi tarihi yıllıkları derlenip tamamlandı. Ayrıca Liu Bingzhong Kubilay Kağan’a Çin topraklarını yönetmesine yardımcı olmak için konuda yetkili ve becerikli olan Çinli şahsiyetleri tavsiye etti. Bu çalışmada “Yuan Yıllığı”, “Yeni Yuan Yıllığı” vb. kaynak eserler başta olmak üzere araştırma eserleri de ele alınarak Yuan Hanedanı dönemindeki önemli şahsiyetlerden biri olan Liu Bingzhong’un hayatı, icraatları, onun Kubilay Kağan üzerindeki etkisi ve katkıları hakkında bilgiler sunmak amaçlanmıştır.
Influence of Various Media Sources on the Fear of Terrorism: A Comparative Study of Japan And Taiwan
Authors: Tulga Ahmet Yiğitalp
Published: January 2025

This study examines the relationship between media consumption and fear of terrorism in Japan and Taiwan, two countries that experience low exposure to terrorism yet exhibit high levels of fear regarding terrorism. The analysis investigates the effects of active media sources (such as newspapers and the internet) and passive media sources (such as television, radio, and social media) on fear of terrorism, using data from the seventh wave of the World Values Survey. Ordered Logistic Regression (OLR) analysis was conducted on data from 1,273 participants in Japan and 1,221 participants in Taiwan. The findings indicate that active media sources do not have a statistically significant effect on fear of terrorism in either country. In contrast, passive media sources are positively associated with increased fear of terrorism, with this effect being statistically stronger in Japan than in Taiwan. Additionally, demographic factors such as gender, age, and education influence fear of terrorism. In both countries, women report higher levels of fear regarding terrorism than men. In Japan, younger individuals exhibit lower levels of fear regarding terrorism. Education level significantly impacts fear of terrorism in Taiwan, where lower education levels are associated with higher fear regarding terrorism. These findings provide valuable insights into how media consumption and demographic factors influence perceptions and fears of terrorism in low-risk countries such as Taiwan and Japan.
The Influence of Tiktok Content and Advertising on Purchase Decisions Mediated by Brand Awareness on Fashion Brand Polossurabaya
Authors: Ardyansyah Akasadewa Titan , Handayani Wiwik
Published: January 2025

This study aims to examine the effect of TikTok content and advertising on purchasing decisions mediated by brand awareness in the Polossurabaya fashion brand. In the digital era, content and advertising on social media platforms such as TikTok have great potential to influence consumer behavior. This study aims to prove the effect of TikTok content and advertisements on purchasing decisions and understand the mediating role of brand awareness in this context. This research uses a quantitative approach with the Structural Equation Modeling method and Partial Least Square path analysis (SEM-PLS). The study population was all followers of the TikTok Polossurabaya account, with a sample of 338 respondents selected using the Simple Random Sampling technique. The results showed that TikTok content has a significant effect on brand awareness, but does not directly affect purchasing decisions. Conversely, TikTok advertising also has a significant effect on brand awareness and, through the mediation of brand awareness, affects purchasing decisions. Brand awareness proved to be a strong mediating factor between TikTok content and advertising on purchasing decisions. This study provides practical implications for Polossurabaya's marketing management to improve the quality of content and advertising on TikTok to strengthen brand awareness and drive purchasing decisions. The findings also emphasize the importance of an integrated digital marketing strategy to achieve optimal results in influencing consumer behavior on social media.
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Transformasional, Kepemimpinan Transaksional dan Komitmen Organisasional terhadap Kinerja Karyawan di PT Salim Ivomas Pratama Tbk
Authors: Joshua Rasubala Deivy Evert
Published: January 2025

Perubahan lingkungan bisnis yang cepat dan kemajuan teknologi informasi mendorong perusahaan untuk memaksimalkan potensi sumber daya manusia (SDM). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh kepemimpinan transformasional, kepemimpinan transaksional, dan komitmen organisasional terhadap kinerja karyawan di PT Salim Ivomas Pratama Tbk. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan penyebaran kuesioner kepada 90 karyawan sebagai sampel dari populasi 167 karyawan. Data dianalisis menggunakan teknik Partial Least Square (PLS) untuk menguji hubungan antar variabel laten. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kepemimpinan transformasional memiliki pengaruh signifikan dan positif terhadap kinerja karyawan, sementara kepemimpinan transaksional tidak menunjukkan pengaruh signifikan. Selain itu, komitmen organisasional juga terbukti secara signifikan memengaruhi kinerja karyawan. Kesimpulannya, kepemimpinan transformasional dan komitmen organisasional menjadi faktor penting dalam meningkatkan kinerja karyawan. Implikasi penelitian ini memberikan wawasan bagi perusahaan untuk lebih fokus pada pengembangan kepemimpinan transformasional dan strategi peningkatan komitmen organisasional guna mencapai kinerja optimal.
Análisis comparativo de dos metodologías para el cálculo de erodabilidad en la Cuenca del Río Portoviejo.
Authors: Espín García Mario Isaías , Pita Cantos Lenin Julián
Published: January 2025

La erodabilidad se define como la vulnerabilidad o susceptibilidad del suelo a sufrir de erosión a causa de sus propias características, tales como el contenido físico y químico. Además, la erodabilidad es una problemática común en cualquier cuenca del mundo, por lo tanto, el estudio de este tema sigue vigente. La presente investigación se centró en el análisis de dos métodos para calcular la erodabilidad del suelo, también conocido como factor K, dentro de la Cuenca del Río Portoviejo en Ecuador. Si bien en ambos casos se emplearon la Fórmula de Williams para cuantificar el factor K del método de RUSLE, la obtención de los datos previos varió significativamente. El primero utilizó la información entregada por la FAO (Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Alimentación y la Agricultura) basada en los suelos dominantes del área de estudio; mientras que en el segundo se trabajó con imágenes satelitales, provenientes de Google Earth Engine, archivos que fueron procesados en los softwares RStudio y Qgis. Los dos métodos permitieron elaborar mapas de la distribución espacial del factor K dentro de la Cuenca del Río Portoviejo, los cuales fueron comparados para determinar los rangos, finalizando con un análisis de las ventajas y desventajas de cada uno.
Uso de malla Marlex en el tratamiento de fracturas de piso de orbita. Revision de literatura y reporte de caso.
Authors: Ibañez Ballesteros Nicolas , Mendoza Tapia Juan Pablo , Vargas Flores Alonso , Gazitua Larrain Gustavo
Published: January 2025

Introducción: Las fracturas de órbita representan entre el 24 % y el 36 % de todas las fracturas en la región maxilofacial, siendo las máscomunes aquellas que afectan el piso de la órbita (26 %). Tradicionalmente, el estándar de oro para la reconstrucción de estas fracturas ha sido el uso de mallas de titanio. No obstante, la malla Marlex se presenta como una alternativa viable para el manejo quirúrgico. Objetivos: El objetivo principal consiste en revisar la etiopatogenia de las fracturas del piso de la órbita y evaluar la malla  Marlex como una opción para el tratamiento quirúrgico, destacando sus ventajas mecánicas, biológicas y su fácil manipulación. Resultados: La malla Marlex, fabricada en polietileno, posee excelentes propiedades mecánicas, tales como alta estabilidad y resistencia a la deformación. Además, es una malla no absorbible que se manipula con facilidad; se adapta bien a la forma del defecto y puede  cortarse con tijeras según sea necesario. Esta malla no solo refuerza la zona afectada, sino que también facilita la formación de tejido óseo, al tiempo que proporciona soporte mecánico. Caso clínico: Un paciente masculino con una lesión significativa en los tejidos  blandos de la región infraorbitaria derecha se trató inicialmente con una sutura de espesor total en urgencias. Después, fue derivado al servicio de cirugía maxilofacial del Instituto Traumatológico, donde se le diagnosticó una fractura del piso de la órbita derecha. El  abordaje quirúrgico se realizó a través de esta herida para efectuar la plastia y suturar por planos, utilizando una malla de Marlex para reparar la fractura. Conclusiones: Aunque la malla de titanio es el estándar de oro, es esencial considerar alternativas como la malla  Marlex, debido a sus notables virtudes biológicas y mecánicas. Esta malla ofrece resultados quirúrgicos y posoperatorios excelentes para  el paciente.
Backchannel
Authors: Bilder Geoffrey
Published: January 2025

I was relatively late in learning of the term “backchannel”. It describes a phenomena that I have been fumbling to explain to people as being *one* of several reasons for them to use instant messaging (IM) as a regular tool in the office.
The fault in our stars: blame them, not the dark matter!
Authors: McGaugh Stacy
Published: January 2025

As discussed in recent posts, the appearance of massive galaxies in the early universe was predicted a priori by MOND (Sanders 1998, Sanders 2008, Eappen et al. 2022). This is problematic for LCDM. How problematic? That’s always the rub. The problem that JWST observations pose for LCDM is that there is a population of galaxies in the high redshift universe that appear to evolve as giant monoliths rather than assembling hierarchically.
A unique sauropod mount: Haplocanthosaurus delfsi CMNH 10380
Authors: Taylor Mike
Published: January 2025

Hatcher (1903a) gave a very brief description — two pages and no illustrations — of the new sauropod

Haplocanthus

, basing it and its type species

H

.

priscus

on the adult specimen CM 572.
. A systematic review and meta-analysis and Mendelian randomization analysis of serum phosphorus, albumin, CRP as risk factors for death in hemodialysis patients
Authors: Ma Xiaofen
Published: January 2025

Background
We aimed to identify the main mortality risk factors in hemodialysis patients using data from relevant cross-sectional literature. We used Mendelian randomization (MR) to assess the causality of those identified risk factors using pertinent GWAS SNP data.
Materials and Methods
Sixteen publications detailing hemodialysis-related mortality implicated 32 death-related risk factors. Based on heterogeneity testing, we utilized random- and stratified-effects models for meta-analysis. Sensitivity analysis and bias testing were used to evaluate data reliability. MR analysis identified type-2 diabetes (T2D), serum phosphorus, serum albumin, and age as risk factors, with hematology as the outcome. Inverse-variance weighting (IVW) analysis was used in the main study. The consistency of the IVW analysis results was evaluated simultaneously using four different methods: MR‒Egger regression, weighted median estimator (WME), weighted mode, and simple mode. Horizontal pleiotropy was assessed using the MR‒Egger regression intercept term; heterogeneity was assessed using Cochran’s Q.
Results
Using random- and stratified-effects models, a meta-analysis of 16 published articles revealed that the following factors were associated with a greater mortality risk in hemodialysis patients: T2D; serum phosphorus, albumin, and CRP; and the Charlson comorbidity index (CCI). The results were deemed reliable based on bias (P=0.1186, I2=99.53%) and sensitivity (T=0.39, df=116, P=0.6953) analyses. IVW indicated a genetic-level positive causal relationship between T2D and hematology (OR=1.2572, 95% CI=1.0375-1.5235; P=0.0195). Genetic-level serum pathology and hematology were positively correlated (OR=2.0269, 95% CI=1.0614-3.8708; P=0.0323). However, age (OR=11.1112, 95% CI=0.83) was a factor. No discernible genetic causal relationship occurred between hematology and serum ferritin (OR=0.6707, 95% CI=0.4612-0.9707; P=0.4612) or albumin (OR=1.2933, 95% CI=0.8931-1.8729; P=0.1733).
Conclusions
Meta-analysis identified the number of dialysis sessions, serum CRP, CCI, T2D, serum phosphorus, and serum albumin as mortality risk factors in hemodialysis patients. The MR results showed positive causal relationships of T2D incidence and serum phosphorus with hemodialysis risk.
Optimizing Digital Archive Management to Improve the Quality of Integrated Public Services
Authors: Faizah Nova Auliyatul , Thohir Muhammad , Salem Sultan , Mardhiyah
Published: January 2025

This study examines the implementation of digital archive management to enhance the quality of one-stop integrated services (PTSP) at the Ministry of Religious Affairs Office, Surabaya. This article used a qualitative case study approach; data were collected through interviews, participatory observations, and document analysis. The findings indicate that adopting the SRIKANDI application has streamlined document storage, retrieval, and distribution, improving efficiency. This system reduced service times and operational costs, evidenced by a daily user increase from 100 to 300 for Umrah registration services. However, challenges include employee resistance to new systems, limited training, and infrastructure constraints. To address these, socialization and capacity-building programs have been implemented. This study highlights the importance of digital transformation in public service, offering greater transparency, efficiency, and enhanced user satisfaction. By aligning with global best practices, the research provides insights for policymakers and public service organizations aiming to implement digital archive management, particularly in developing countries. The study concludes that ongoing investment in technology and human resource development is essential to maximize the benefits of digital archiving. Future research should investigate the long-term impacts of digital archive systems on employee performance and user satisfaction. Comparative studies across various governmental offices could identify best practices, particularly in regions with limited technological infrastructure. Additionally, future research could explore strategies to overcome employee resistance to digital systems.
The Regulatory Role Of Life Satisfaction On The Effect Of Burnout Syndrome On Organizational Silence
Authors: Aksakal Kadriye , Şengün Haluk , Bayram Ayhan
Published: January 2025

There is limited research in the literature that examines the relationships between the burnout syndrome, organizational silence and life satisfaction among radiologists. The objective of this study is to investigate the regulatory role of burnout syndrome/organizational silence/life satisfaction on the effect of organizational silence/burnout syndrome/burnout syndrome on life satisfaction/life satisfaction/organizational silence on radiologists. A survey consisting of three different scales was administered to measure life satisfaction, burnout syndrome, and organizational silence. The data obtained from 613 radiologists using convenience sampling and face-to-face survey methods were analyzed using SPSS, SPSS Process, and Amos software. According to result of the analysis, the level of burnout syndrome exhibited by radiologists hasn’t a regulatory role in the impact of the organizational silence on life satisfaction, and the level of organizational silence exhibited by radiologists hasn’t a regulatory role in the impact of the burnout syndrome on life satisfaction. If radiologists have a low level of life satisfaction, burnout syndrome does not significantly effect their organizational silence. If life satisfaction is medium or high, burnout syndrome has a significant positive effect on organizational silence, so the effect of burnout syndrome on organizational silence is regulatory by the level of life satisfaction.
Self-confidence judgments in mental rotation ability in sixth graders
Authors: Fernández Méndez Laura María , Maldonado María Trinidad , Contreras María José
Published: January 2025

Monitoring self-performance is a significant metacognitive process in students’ learning, helping students to adjust their performance in the tasks they are carrying out. However, to date, studies that evaluate these processes in primary school children, more specifically in spatial tasks, are scarce. The aim of this study is to analyze the self-confidence judgments and calibration index in two mental rotation tasks considering difficulty level. A total of 40 sixth graders, children aged between 11 and 12 years old applied a 5-point scale to evaluate, item by item, the confidence of their responses in two different mental rotation tasks (with high and low difficulty). It was calculated an index of calibration (Brier Score) as well for each task. The results indicated similar levels of confidence judgments in spatial tasks of varying difficulty where the calibration was different having the students more precision in easy test in comparison with difficult test. This evidence was discussed highlighting the importance of self-monitoring spatial performance strengthening the development of strategies that could regulate performance at this stage in this type of spatial tasks