bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE DOUBLINGS IN A SHORT STORY COLLECTION STARI DANI BY BORISAV STANKOVIĆ
Authors: Aleksić Milica
Published: February 2021

In this paper we discuss the doubling of characters' identities in Borisav Stanković's short story collection Stari dani (1902), and a conscious or unconscious selection of another protagonist as an alternative for performing a particular protagonist’s activity the doubling of the actual narrative world through counter-narrative, simulated narrative, comparison and narrative negation will be analyzed. We will try to show how the patriarchal context determines this otherness of worlds and protagonists, and what the cause-effect relations has to do with the psychologization of Stanković's protagonists and the development of the story in nine short stories of the aforementioned collection.
DYNAMICAL CONTACT PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION OF SPINDLE-HOLDER-TOOL ASSEMBLIES USING SOFT COMPUTING TECHNIQUES
Authors: Čiča Đorđe , Zeljković Milan , Tešić Saša
Published: February 2021

In industry, the capability to predict the tool point frequency response function (FRF) is an essential matter in order to ensure the stability of cutting processes. Fast and accurate identification of contact parameters in spindle-holder-tool assemblies is very important issue in machining dynamics analysis. This work is an attempt to illustrate the utility of soft computing techniques in identification and prediction contact parameters of spindle-holder-tool assemblies. In this paper, three soft computing techniques, namely, genetic algorithm (GA), simulated annealing (SA), and particle swarm optimization (PSO) were used for identification of contact dynamics in spindle-holder-tool assemblies. In order to verify the proposed identification approaches, numerical and experimental analysis of the spindle-holder-tool assembly was carried out and the results are presented. Finally, a model based on the adaptive neural fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) was used to predict the dynamical contact parameters at the holder-tool interface of a spindle-holder-tool assembly. Accuracy and performance of the ANFIS model has been found to be satisfactory while validated with experimental results.
EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF TOOL WEAR AND INDUCED VIBRATION IN TURNING HIGH HARDNESS AISI52100 STEEL USING CUTTING PARAMETERS AND TOOL ACCELERATION
Authors: Ambhore Nitin , Kamble Dinesh
Published: February 2021

In machining of high hardness steel, vibration of cutting tool increases tool wear which reduces its life. Tool wear is catastrophic in nature and hence investigation of its assessment is important. This study investigates experimentally induced vibration during turning of hardened AISI52100 steel of hardness 54±2 HRC using coated carbide insert. In this context, cutting tool acceleration is measured and used to develop a novel mathematical model based on acquired real time acceleration signals of cutting tool. The obtained model is validated as R2= 0.93 while its residuals values closely follow the straight line. The predictions are confirmed by conducting conformity test which revealed a close degree of agreement with respect to the experimental values. The Artificial Neural Network (ANN) examination is performed to determine the model regression value. The study shows that the examined reports forecasts of ANN are more exact than regression analysis. The future directon of this investigation is towards developing a low-cost microcontroller-based hardware unit for in-process tool wear monitoring which could be beneficial for small scale industries.
A CLOUD TOPSIS MODEL FOR GREEN SUPPLIER SELECTION
Authors: Ramakrishnan Krishnapuram Ravi , Chakraborty Shankar
Published: February 2021

Due to stringent governmental regulations and increasing consciousness of the customers, the present day manufacturing organizations are continuously striving to engage green suppliers in their supply chain management systems. Selection of the most efficient green supplier is now not only dependant on the conventional evaluation criteria but it also includes various other sustainable parameters. This selection process has already been identified as a typical multi-criteria group decision-making task involving subjective judgments of different participating experts. In this paper, a green supplier selection problem for an automobile industry is solved while integrating the Cloud model with the technique for order of preference by similarity to an ideal solution (TOPSIS). The adopted method is capable of dealing with both fuzziness and randomness present in the human cognition process while appraising performance of the alternative green suppliers with respect to various evaluation criteria. This model identifies green supplier S4 as the best choice. The derived ranking results using the adopted model closely match with those obtained from other variants of the TOPSIS method. The Cloud model can efficiently take into account both fuzziness and randomness in a qualitative attribute, and effectively reconstruct the qualitative attribute into the corresponding quantitative score for effective evaluation and appraisal of the considered green suppliers. Comparison of the derived ranking results with other MCDM techniques proves applicability, potentiality and solution accuracy of the Cloud TOPSIS model for the green supplier selection.
EVALUATION OF IRANIAN SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED INDUSTRIES USING THE DEA BASED ON ADDITIVE RATIO MODEL – A REVIEW
Authors: Hassanpour Malek
Published: February 2021

Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) is a prominent procedure in the decision-making process with a pivotal role in the sustainable development assay. Project identification is the first step of sustainability assessment in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) program for the industrial projects prior to complete establishment. The present review research comprised 405 Iranian industries assessment regarding both input and output criteria via DEA integrated with the ratio model of Additive Ratio ASsessment (ARAS) and weighing systems of Kendall and Friedman's tests supported by SPSS software. The findings deployed a classification for Iranian industries pertaining to industries' nominal capacity in certain clusters. Also, the current review paved the pathway towards executing both energy and materials streams in industries.
A HYBRID LBWA - IR-MAIRCA MULTI-CRITERIA DECISION-MAKING MODEL FOR DETERMINATION OF CONSTRUCTIVE ELEMENTS OF WEAPONS
Authors: Božanić Darko , Ranđelović Aca , Radovanović Marko , Tešić Duško
Published: February 2021

The paper demonstrates a model whose goal is to define the construction elements of weapons necessary to meet minimum requirements of users. The complexity of the problem, conditioned by different construction elements of weapons and specific situations of their use, is the reason for using methods of multi-criteria decision-making. In the paper we used the hybrid LBWA – IR-MAIRCA model. With this model, one can conduct an analysis of characteristics of the existing weapons, based on which we define the construction elements for modifying the existing and manufacturing new weapons. Regarding a large number of different types of weapons, the paper is limited to the analysis of close-quarters combat weapons. The LBWA method was used to calculate weight coefficients of the criteria. The MAIRCA method, which was modified by interval rough numbers, was used to select the best close-quarters combat weapon that has the best characteristics in accordance with the requests of the users. Based on the analysis, the users have the option to clearly and precisely define requests for improvement of the existing, and manufacturing new weapons.
INFLUENCE OF PRESSURE OSCILLATIONS IN COMMON RAIL INJECTOR ON FUEL INJECTION RATE
Authors: Shatrov Mikhail G. , Dunin Andrey U. , Dushkin Pavel V. , Yakovenko Andrey L. , Golubkov Leonid N. , Sinyavski Vladimir V.
Published: February 2021

Fuel injection causes considerable oscillations of fuel pressure at the injector inlet. One of the reasons is hydraulic impact when the needle valve closes. For multiple injections, the previous injections affect the following. As both the fuel pressure in rail pac and the injection rate grow, the oscillations increase. The pressure oscillation range at the common rail injector inlet at pac=1500 bar is up to 350 bar, and at the rail pressure pac=500 bar, the amplitude decreases to 80 bar. Physical properties of the fuel are also important. As the viscosity of the fuel increases, its hydraulic friction grows which results in a rapid damping of pressure oscillations. The data for an injector operating on sunflower oil is presented. As compared with diesel fuel, the oscillations range decreases from 400 to 250 bar at the same operating mode. The influence of the interval between the impulses of a double injection on the injection rate of the second fuel portion was investigated. Superposition of two waves during multiple injections may result in amplification and damping of the oscillations. Simulation was performed to estimate the influence of fuel type and time interval Δτ between control impulses of a double injection on the injection quantity of the second portion at pressures of 2000-3000 bar. When the rail pressure pac grows, the oscillations and their impact on the injection process increase. For diesel fuel at pressure of pac=2000 bar, the variation in injection rates of the second portion is 2.36-4.62 mg, and at pac=3000 bar – 1.58-6.63 mg.
On the maximal invariant set for the map x2 – 2 restricted to intervals
Authors: Bednařík Dušan , Marques Diego , Moreira Carlos Gustavo , Trojovský Pavel
Published: February 2021

In this paper, we study the maximal invariant set of a quadratic family related to a class of unimodal maps. This family is very important and have direct application in many branches of science. In particular, we characterize when the maximal invariant of f(x) = x2 − 2 (restricted to an interval) has a chaotic behavior.
On the three families of extended Laguerre-based Apostol-type polynomials
Authors: Pathan M. A. , Khan Waseem A.
Published: February 2021

In this paper, we introduce a new class of generalized extended Laguerre-based Apostol-type-Bernoulli, Apostol-type-Euler and Apostoltype-Genocchi polynomials. These Apostol type polynomials are used to connect Fubini-Hermite and Bell-Hermite polynomials and to find new representations. We derive some implicit summation formulae and symmetric identities for these families of special functions by applying the generating functions.
Examining the relationship between gene editing knowledge, value predispositions, and general science attitudes among U.S. farmers, scientists, policymakers, and the general public
Authors: Calabrese Christopher , Featherstone Jieyu Ding , Robbins Matthew , Barnett George A.
Published: February 2021

Science communication scholars have debated over what factors are related to public support for science and technology. This study examines the relationship between factual knowledge of gene editing technologies, value predispositions, and general science attitudes among four major U.S. agricultural stakeholder groups: farmers, scientists, policymakers, and the general public. Understanding these factors will aid in guiding message strategies for engagement with stakeholder groups. Findings indicate that gene editing knowledge was positively associated with science attitudes for all four groups, while conservative ideology was negatively associated with science attitudes among three of the groups. Implications and limitations are discussed.
On the History of Potential Russian Journalism
Authors: Bogomolov Nikolay A.
Published: February 2021

The paper is dedicated to the unrealized project of a literary journal elaborated in 1913 by some members of the Moscow group “Lirika” — Sergei Durylin and Iulian Anisimov in cooperation with Ellis, Bobrov, Pasternak and some others (N. Aseev was skeptical about the idea). The outlines for the editorial project, its intended topics and potential authors manifest the organic connection between the concept of the journal and the experience of some literary communities in the early 20th century (“Musaget”, “Rhythmical Circle”, etc.). It is remarkable that the team of potential authors included the contributors to the editions and collections, most significant for the members of the group “Lirika”. The term “potential journalism” is suggested to define similar well thought-out and quite realistic editorial projects for some would-be journals/almanacs that remained unrealized; they, however, may be of great interest for the researchers of literary and cultural history.
Studies on A.M. Remizov’s Creative Biography: 1926–1927. Part 1. “Aesthete-Degenerateˮ
Authors: Obatnina Elena R.
Published: February 2021

The biographical essay is dedicated to the literary situation with
Alexei Remizov in 1926 connected with his activities for the new journals —
Blagonamerenny and Versty. Based on previously unknown materials from Remizov’s
personal archive, correspondence and memoirs of his contemporaries involved in the
events, the paper interprets Remizov’s position as an active participant of literary
process. The paper describes the writer’s creative tasks that were realized in the
above-mentioned periodicals, and his mission as a promoter of young talents in Soviet
Russia and in emigration. Detailed analysis of the critical articles that accused the
editors of both journals as well as their co-worker Remizov of destroying the Russian
literary diaspora ideological integrity and aesthetic canons, allows to define the main
contradictions in the émigré literary life that had accumulated by 1926. The essay
also reconstructs previously unknown episodes in the history of Blagonamerenny and Versty using letters of Remizov, D.A. Shakhovskoy, L. Shestov, N. Berberova that are
being introduced into scholarly discourse.
Herr Panzerbitter: An Episode From the History of Russian Collaborative Poetry From the Late 18th Through the First Third of the 19th Century
Authors: Vinitsky Ilya Iu.
Published: February 2021

The present article analyzes a playful collective poem “Commemoration” (“We have to commemorate certainly and for sure..”, 1833) which was co -authored by Petr Vyazemsky, Alexander Pushkin and Ivan Myatlev and addressed to their friend, one of the founders of Russian nonsense poetry, Vasily Zhukovsky. The article focuses on the name of “the former poet Panzerbitter, the venerable elder of our parish,” which opens the epistle, and argues that it serves as the interpretative key to the entire text. Who was this poet who has been left unnoticed by all compilers of dictionaries of Russian writers of the 18th century? Was he a real person? What does his name signify and why did the authors of the playful epistle start their commemorative missive to Zhukovsky with the reference to this “Herr”? The author recontructs the “corpus of literary works” attributed to Panzerbitter, including the text of the unpublished play Five Thousand Roubles, and analyzes the allusive semantics and the pragmatics (a mischievous poetic consolation of Zhukovsky and parodic “wake” for ultra -royalism) of the “Commemoration,” considering the latter in the context of Russian frivolous “underground” poetry of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
“Villain Adaev”. (From commentaries to I.A. Goncharovs’ correspondence)
Authors: Balakin Alexei Yu.
Published: February 2021

The article examines I.A. Goncharov’s letters to his sister Anna Alexandrovna (married name Muzalevskaya) and investigates the episode of her family's bankruptcy as a result of the Muzalevskys' transferring most of their money to their fellow countryman, “a certain Alayev,” who turned out to be a swindler. Previously, this person was known only by his last name, and the bankruptcy episode was not covered. The author draws on Address-calendars, Commemorative Books of the Simbirsk Governorate and other reference publications, archival documents, on the basis of which he reconstructs the biography of Semyon Alaev and details the history of his fraudulent actions. The facts introduced into scientific circulation will undoubtedly be in demand by commentators of both Goncharov's correspondence and memoirs about him.
From the Index to Akhmatova’s Notebooks: Genrikh Yagoda
Authors: Timenchik Roman D.
Published: February 2021

The article from the author's cycle “From the Index to Akhmatova's Notebooks” (published in various periodicals) demonstrates the attempt of an extensive commentary on Akhmatova's working notes, organized around the characters present on the pages of her notebooks, a kind of free Akhmatova encyclopedia, where different periods of her long life are combined in the onomasticon. A comment of this kind snatches out representative fragments of Akhmatova's epoch, but the degree of presence of different persons in the list, or even their absence, does not always reflect their weight in Akhmatova's biography. The present article is devoted to the People's Commissar of Internal Affairs, the General Commissar of State Security Genrikh Yagoda, mentioned not only in the Notebooks, but also in the Diary Pages and in Akhmatova's satirical couplets of the 1930s.
Remizov Alexey. “At the Evening Dawn”. A Chapter from the Manuscript; Letters to S.P. Remizova-Dovgello. 1926–1927
Authors: Obatnina Elena R. , Uryupina Anna S.
Published: February 2021

The authors continue to introduce into scientific circulation chapters from A.M. Remizov's manuscript “At the Evening Dawn”, which form a series of publications devoted to the émigré period of the writer’s life and work. The main part contains Remizov’s letters to S.P. Remizova-Dovgello for 1926 –1927, which in 1945 –1948 were edited by the author and included in the planned book. The Appendix contains original letters of the same period. Such a juxtaposition of a particular chapter with its primary sources opens up the prospect of exploring motivations that guided the writer in creating autobiographical works in the late 1940s and early 1950s. The corps of epistolary documents for 1926 –1927 contains information related to Remizov’s position in the literary environment of Parisian emigration, his friendly and professional contacts and also reveals unknown facts of the creative and publishing history of his works. The publication is accompanied by detailed comments based on previously unknown archival materials which supplement the history of the Russian Diaspora. Historical and literary surveys of the authors made it possible to introduce significant refinements into the biographical data, and into the chronology of the writer’s life and work as a whole.
Studies on A.M. Remizov’s Creative Biography: 1926 –1927. Part 2. Facts and Fables of Parisian Everyday Life
Authors: Obatnina Elena R.
Published: February 2021

The paper contains a description of several subjects from
A.M. Remizov’s biography of 1926 –1927, non present in his autobiographical prose.
Individual events that required additional verification were found in the epistolary
heritage, as well as in the chronicle of the literary life abroad. Not only real, but also
mythical cases from the writer’s life are the subject of research. An episode related
to the meeting between Remizov and Vsevolod Meyerhold in the period from 1926
to 1930, which still had no exact time reference, is considered for the first time; the
participation of K.A. Somov in the publication of the novel Vzvikhrennaya Rus’
(Swirling Russia) is discovered; the motives of Remizov's literary behavior on the
pages of the émigré press are examined. The paper also presents vivid events of the
writer’s creative life, who in 1927, following his other literary peers, could have
celebrated the 50th anniversary of his birth and 25 years of his literary life, but the
feeling of literary loneliness forced him to abandon the anniversary.
Consensus Recommendations from EXPeRT/PARTN-ER Groups for the Diagnosis and Therapy of Sex Cord Stromal Tumors in Children and Adolescents
Authors: Schneider Dominik T. , Orbach Daniel , Ben-Ami Tal , Bien Ewa , Bisogno Gianni , Brecht Ines , Cecchetto Giovanni , Ferrari Andrea , Godziński Jan , Janic Dragana , Lopez Ricardo , Pourtsidis Apostolos , Roganovic Jelena , Schultz Kris Ann , Stachowicz-Stencel Teresa , Fresneau Brice
Published: February 2021

As part of the European Union-funded project designated PARTN-ER, the
European Cooperative Study Group for Pediatric Rare Tumors (EXPeRT) is
continuously developing consensus recommendations in order to harmonize
standard care for very rare solid tumors of children and adolescents.
This paper presents the internationally recognized recommendations for
the diagnosis and treatment of sex cord stromal tumors (SCST). The
clinical approach to sex cord stromal tumors of the testis (TSCST) and
ovary (OSCST) depends on histological differentiation and tumor stage.
Virtually all TSCSTs present as localized non-metastatic tumors, with
excellent prognosis after complete resection. In contrast, the prognosis
of OSCSTs may be adversely affected by tumor spillage during surgery or
presence of metastases. In these cases, cisplatin-based chemotherapy is
recommended. Of note, some SCSTs may develop in the context of tumor
predisposition syndromes e.g. DICER-1, so that specific follow-up is
indicated. SCSTs should be diagnosed and treated according to
standardized recommendations that include reference pathology, genetic
testing for tumor predisposition syndromes in selected cases, and
stratified adjuvant chemotherapy in patients with unfavorable risk
profile. To ensure high quality of diagnosis and therapy, patients
should be enrolled into prospective registries.
Is Magnesium Sulfate Treatment Really Effective in Moderate to Severe Bronchiolitis?
Authors: Bodur İlknur , Caglar Ayla Akca , Tekeli Aysun , Güngör Ali , Güneylioglu Muhammed Mustafa , Ozturk Betül , Yaradılmıs Raziye Merve , Goktug Aytac , Karacan Can Demir , Tuygun Nilden
Published: February 2021

Objectives: The aim of our study is to examine the efficacy and safety
of intravenous magnesium sulfate in moderate-severe acute bronchiolitis.
Working hypothesis: Intravenous magnesium sulfate treatment may be
effective in the treatment of patients with bronchiolitis . Study
design: Retrospective, single-center cohort study Methodology: We
conducted a study in 150 infants presenting with moderate to severe
acute bronchiolitis. A total of 150 infants aged 1 month to 2 years who
presented with acute bronchiolitis to our pediatric emergency department
between January 2018 and March 2019 were admitted into the study. The
demographic characteristics, clinical score, and management of the
patients were examined. Results: A total of 150 infants were analyzed:
62 in the magnesium sulfate group (Group I) and 88 in the supportive
care group (Group II). Baseline clinical characteristics were similar in
both groups. Length of hospitalization was significantly shorter in
Group II. Clinical severity scores were also lower significantly earlier
in Group I (p=0.031, p=0.008, respectively at first and fourth hour).
Conclusions: Intravenous magnesium treatment in moderateto severe acute
bronchiolitis does not appear to conferany significant decrease in
clinical severity scores when compared to only supportive care
Clinical-radiological correlations in COVID-19-related venous thromboembolism: preliminary results from a multidisciplinary study
Authors: Wu Maddalena , Colombo Riccardo , Arquati Massimo , Ippolito Sonia , Taino Alba , Ruggiero Diego , Tonelli Francesca , Trombetta Lucia , Facchinetti Pietro , Glielmo Pierluigi , Cogliati Chiara , Flor Nicola
Published: February 2021

Introduction: Among the multiple complex pathophysiological mechanisms
underlying COVID-19 pneumonia, immunothrombosis has been shown to play a
key role. One of the most dangerous consequences of the prothrombotic
imbalance is the increased incidence of micro- and macro-thrombotic
phenomena, especially deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism
(PE). Methods: We investigated the correlation between radiological and
clinical-biochemical characteristics of a cohort of hospitalized
COVID-19 patients. Results: PE was confirmed in 14/61 (23%) patients,
five (35.7%) had DVT. The radiographic findings, quantified by Qanadli
score, correlated with the clinical score and biochemical markers. The
ratio between the right and left ventricle diameter measured at CT scan
correlated with the length of hospital stay. Conclusion: In our cohort
radiological parameters showed a significant correlation with clinical
prognostic indices and scores, thus suggesting that a multidisciplinary
approach is advisable in the evaluation of PE in COVID-19 patients.
Excluding spatial sampling bias does not eliminate over-splitting in DNA-based species delimitation analyses
Authors: Lukic Daniel , Eberle Jonas , Thormann Jana , Holzschuh Carolus , Ahrens Dirk
Published: February 2021

DNA-barcoding and DNA-based species delimitation are major tools in DNA
taxonomy. Sampling has been a central debate in this context, because
the geographical composition of samples affect the accuracy and
performance of DNA-barcoding. Performance of complex DNA-based species
delimitation is to be tested under simpler conditions in absence of
geographic sampling bias. Here, we present an empirical data set sampled
from a single locality in a Southeast-Asian biodiversity hotspot (Laos:
Phou Pan mountain). We investigate the performance of various species
delimitation approaches on a megadiverse assemblage of herbivore chafer
beetles (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) to infer whether species delimitation
suffers in the same way from exaggerate infraspecific variation despite
the lack of geographic genetic variation that led to inconsistencies
between entities from DNA-based and morphology-based species inference
in previous studies. For this purpose, a 658 bp fragment of the
mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase subunit 1 (cox1) was analysed for a
total of 186 individuals of 56 morphospecies. Tree based and distance
based species delimitation methods were used. All approaches showed a
rather limited match ratio (max. 77%) with morphospecies. PTP and TCS
prevailingly over-splitted morphospecies, while 3% clustering and ABGD
also lumped several species into one entity. ABGD revealed the highest
congruence between molecular operational taxonomic units (MOTUs) and
morphospecies. Disagreements between morphospecies and MOTUs were
discussed in the context of historically acquired geographic genetic
differentiation, incomplete lineage sorting, and hybridization. The
study once again highlights how important morphology still is in order
to correctly interpret the results of molecular species delimitation.
Treatment of Type A dissection: searching for the Holy Grail.
Authors: Calcaterra Domenico
Published: February 2021

Surgical treatment of type A dissections is based on best evidence
practice for the lack of controlled randomized studies providing
definitive scientific evidence. Despite its widespread use, axillary
cannulation still remains a debated topic as the preferred method of
cannulation and perfusion strategy in the treatment of this complex
condition.
Role of Defects on Electronic Properties in Various Mono Layer Transition Metal Dichalcogenides
Authors: Pawar Ravinder
Published: February 2021

The chalcogen vacancy defects in various transition metal
dichalcogenides (TMDCs) have been studied using density functional
theory (DFT) calculation. Results reveal that (i) the dissociation
energy value depends on both nature of chalcogen and transition metal,
(ii) the work function depends marginally on the single or double
vacancies, (iii) the defect transforms direct band gap to indirect band
gap materials (i.e. the pristine materials show KVKC transition whereas
defective materials show ΓVKC) and (iii) the d-orbital of the
transition metal plays a vital role in the formation of impurity band.
Retrospective cohort study comparing current third stage management to expedient squatting third stage management
Authors: Cohain Judy , Buxbaum Rina E.
Published: February 2021

Abstract Objective: To compare current the third stage management to
expedient squatting at 3 minutes postpartum. Design, Setting, Sample and
Methods: A retrospective cohort study of 1,098 planned, attended low
risk vaginal births in Israel using Judy’s 3,4,5 minute third stage
protocol compared to 2,691 attended low risk vaginal births in British
Columbia using various forms of active or expectant management of the
third stage of labor. Main Outcome measures: PPH>1000,
PPH>500 and manual removal of placenta Results: Among
similar groups of low risk births, active management, or expectant
management resulted in 4.1% PPH over 1000 cc, whereas Judy’s 3,4,5
minute protocol resulted in 0% PPH over 500 cc. Conclusion: Evidence
supports less postpartum bleeding and postpartum hemorrhage when women
deliver the placenta in squatting 3 minutes after birth. The risks are
minimal and the data suggests the likelihood of a very positive outcome,
making it recommended for practitioners in all settings to try it.
Multi-Faceted Roles of Giloy: A Mini-Review
Authors: S Ghosh
Published: February 2021

In Ayurveda, Giloy is considered one of the best medicines to treat various fevers and other conditions. Giloy is one of the three Amrit plants. Amrit means the ‘root of immortality’. Hence, it is also called Amritavalli or Amrita in Sanskrit. Giloy is scientifically known as Tinospora cordifolia or Guduchi in Hindi. The stem of Giloy is considered highly effective because of its high nutritional content and the alkaloids found in it but the root and leaves also can be used. This herb activates the immune system of our body and increase vitality in a person. Inclusion of Giloy juice or kadha in diet twice a day can improve immunity. It is full of antioxidants and helps to release toxins from the body. Giloy juice also detoxifies skin and improves skin nourishment. Giloy is also used for liver diseases, urinary tract infections, and heart-related issues. Thus, Giloy can improve immunity and many other metabolisms in our body. However, more in depth researches are arrested to throw some light in immune enhancing activity of this herb.
Implementasi Model Pembelajaran Inkuiri Terbimbing untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar dan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa
Authors: Wartini Ni Wayan
Published: February 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk 1) meningkatkan motivasi belajar siswa, 2) meningkatkan kemampuanberpikir kritis siswa, dan 3) mendeskripsikan tanggapan siswa terhadap model pembelajaran inkuiri terbimbing dalam pelajaran fisika. Jenis penelitian ini adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) yang dilakukan dalam dua siklus. Subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas XI.TKJ SMK Negeri 1 Mas Ubud tahun pelajaran 2018/2019 yang berjumlah 30 orang terdiri dari 5 siswa perempuan dan 25 orang siswa laki-laki. Objek penelitian meliputi model pembelajaran inkuiri terbimbing, motivasi belajar, kemampuan berpikir kritis, dan tanggapan siswa terkait model pembelajaran yang dilaksanakan. Data dikumpulkan dengan angket dan tes kemampuan berpikir kritis tipe esay. Data yang dikumpulkan kemudian dianalisis secara deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan 1) penerapan model pembelajaran inkuri terbimbing mampu meningkatkan motivasi belajar siswa. Rata-rata skor motivasi belajar siswa berada pada kategori tinggi dengan rata-rata skor 103,73 pada siklus I dan 109,27 pada siklus II dengan kategori tinggi. 2) Penerapan model pembelajaran inkuiri terbimbing mampu meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa. Rata-rata nilai kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa berada pada kategori baik dengan ketuntasan klasikal sebesar 87,1% pada siklus I dan ketuntasan klasikal sebesar 90,6% pada siklus II dengan kategori baik.
Vittoria Aleotti e Isabella Leonarda, compositoras del barroco italiano
Authors: Soler Campo Sandra
Published: February 2021

En el presente artículo se realizará un recorrido histórico del barroco musical Italiano en el que se describirán cuáles eran las posibilidades de algunas mujeres músicas en este periodo así como las posibilidades que tenían para formarse y posteriormente dedicarse a la composición. Así también, se hará mención de la vida y obra de Vittoria Aleotti e Isabella Leonarda, dos de las compositoras más representativas de los siglos XVI y XVII del barroco italiano. Sus obras fueron fundamentalmente vocales y se escribieron para una, dos, tres y/o cuatro voces. Todo ello tuvo lugar en un momento histórico en el que la voz femenina era cada vez más aclamada por el público.
PENGARUH PEMBELAJARAN PENCEMARAN LINGKUNGAN SECARA ONLINE TERHADAP SIKAP PEDULI PADA HERITAGE TNBBS
Authors: Arlistiani Septi , Surbakti Arwin
Published: February 2021

Pengaruh Pembelajaran Pengetahuan Pencemaran Lingkungan Secara Online Terhadap Sikap Peduli Pada Heritage TNBBS Di SMP Negeri 1 Ulubelu. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pembelajaran pengetahuan pencemaran lingkungan secara online terhadap sikap peduli pada heritage TNBBS di SMPN 1 Ulubelu dan mengetahui dimensi manakah yang paling dikuasai oleh peserta didik untuk meningkatkan sikap peduli pada heritage TNBBS. Desain penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kuantitatif non-eksperimen. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah peserta didik kelas VII-1, VII-2, dan VII-3 dengan jumlah total 50 orang dari 93 peserta didik dan ditentukan melalui teknik purposive sampling. Data nilai pengetahuan pencemaran lingkungan peserta didik diperoleh dari soal sedangkan data nilai sikap peduli pada heritage TNBBS peserta didik diperoleh dari angket yang diberikan diakhir pembelajaran kemudian kedua data nilai tersebut dianalisis secara statistik menggunakan uji One Way Anova pada taraf 5%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan pembelajaran online pengetahuan pencemaran lingkungan terhadap sikap peduli pada heritage TNBBS di SMP Negeri 1 Ulubelu. Dimensi yang paling dikuasai peserta didik dalam meningkatkan sikap peduli pada heritage TNBBS adalah dimensi “Afeksi” dengan presentase 35,38%.
PROBLEMS RELATED TO THE CONTRACT OF CARRIAGE OF GOODS BY SEA
Authors: MARKALOVA N.G.
Published: February 2021

This article is dedicated to the memory of Doctor of Law, professor Makovskiy A.L. under whose guidance the author prepared her thesis for Ph.D in Law. The author recollects years of work in the Division of international private, Soviet and foreign maritime law of the institute “Soyuzmorniiproekt”, which was governed by A.L. Makovskiy and outlines the achievements of Alexander Lvovich in the area of maritime law. The article addresses issues regarding the notion of a contract of carriage of cargo by sea, which up to the present moment give rise to discussions in legal community. Distinctive features of two types of contracts of carriage of cargo by sea are pointed out: charter contract made as a general rule in case of tramping and contract of carriage of cargo by sea in line traffic under a bill of lading. The author distinguishes legal relations in case of carriage of cargo by sea from legal relations in case of freight of a sea vessel demonstrating their different legal nature. Attention is paid to the fact that the contract of carriage of cargo by sea corresponds to Chapter 40 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation “Carriage” and the contract of freight of a vessel for a certain time (time-charter) and a contract of freight of a vessel without a crew (bareboat charter) correspond to Chapter 34 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation “Lease”. Based on judicial and arbitration practice the article shows the difficulties of perception of Article 787 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation “The Contract of Freight” and points out the need for changing its contents.
THE NATURE OF THE INVESTOR’S CIVIL LEGAL TITLE IN SICAV AND SICAF
Authors: ZIKUN I.I.
Published: February 2021

The author examines the problem of qualifying an investor’s civil title in SICAF and SICAV that are not used in Russian law, in which investors become shareholders only formally, but in fact is in legal relations of trust. Based on the study of foreign experience and Russian regulation of investment relations, the author concludes about the unity of the civil title of investors, regardless of the organizational and legal form of the investment fund, and the formalization of relations through indirect representation.
SPECIFIC PROBLEMS ARISING OUT OF EXERCISE OF THE RIGHT OF PRE-EMPTION IN RESPECT OF PARTICIPATORY INTEREST (SHARES)
Authors: CHUPRUNOV I.S.
Published: February 2021

The paper provides analysis of the rights available to the parties of the legal relationships resulting from exercise of the right of pre-emption in respect of the participatory interest (shares), including, in particular, transformation powers available to the right holder, claims against the transferor (grantor) and its counterparty, as well as the right to take away the participatory interest (shares) from such counterparty. The author demonstrates that for the purposes of resolving theoretical and practical problems arising in this connection the constitutive theory – according to which the exercise of the right of pre-emption leads to the emergence of a new contract between the right holder and the transferor (grantor) generally on the same conditions as the original contract between the transferor (grantor) and its counterparty (the principle of identity) – has indisputable advantages. The paper, among other things, provides indepth analysis of individual cases of deviation from the principle of identity as well as the problems relating to modification, termination and invalidity of the original contract. In addition, the author examines in detail the rights available to the counterparty and the transferor (grantor), including the particularities of settlement in case where the right holder takes away the participatory interest (shares) from the counterparty as a result of exercise of the right of pre-emption.
Beyond the vulnerability/resilience dichotomy: Perceptions of and responses to the climate crisis on Emau, Vanuatu
Authors: Reuhr Sophia
Published: February 2021

In Vanuatu, a South Pacific island nation, the effects of climate change pose new challenges for low-lying coastal communities. This study explores how one village on Emau, an island offshore of capital island Efate, has developed several overlapping strategies to manage climate change impacts, including drought and sea level rise. Informants reveal their perceptions of changing environmental baselines and how socio-economic processes, including population growth, cultural loss, and limited access to cash incomes, have shaped the community’s response. Informants describe four climate adaptation strategies: 1) expanding access to cash income through seasonal or urban labor migration; 2) leveraging international expertise and funding to meet their goals; 3) developing hybrid forms of traditional practices and contemporary ideology to preserve environmental knowledge; and 4) performing physical and emotional labor to preserve and remain on their land. These strategies span oceans and cross international borders, refuting narratives of islands’ being ‘isolated’ from the rest of the world and passive ‘victims’ of climate change. Contextualizing perceptions of and responses to environmental change provides critical nuance to the resilience/vulnerability framework, which alone obscures ongoing political, social and economic processes on islands.
Incorporating an ethic of context and place in mechanistic research: a place-based wildfire risk assessment in the Xáxli’p survival territory
Authors:   , Bezzola Aita
Published: February 2021

Wildfires pose a significant economic and social challenge to communities throughout British Columbia. For some Indigenous communities, a large landscape fire has the potential to change their traditional territory and communities permanently. To allocate limited resources to the costly effort of wildfire mitigation, communities need a baseline for the spatial distribution of risk. For the Xáxli’p and their community forest, the wildfire risk is an urgent concern, locally effected by forest fuels, human ignition, and wind. Local knowledge of community members gathered through workshops were used to validate existing forest, wind, and access data. Using existing data and community data, areas of higher risk and other landscape considerations were identified and mapped to support planning by the Xáxli’p Community Forest to create a fire-resilient landscape.
Exploring Teachers’ Perception of Online Engagement in Higher Education in New Zealand
Authors: Mani Krishan
Published: February 2021

Student retention in higher education online learning is important for most education institutes around the world. Understanding what contributes to good learning engagement and key factors affecting engagement is important in improving online engagement. Online learning engagement is a very broad topic with multidimensional and interrelated factors that affect how engagement evolves. This study investigated higher education teachers’ perceptions of what online engagement means. It examined the importance of teachers' perceptions of online engagement in higher education with a focus on how teachers’ perceptions of engagement compare and the importance they placed on factors that help them identify the different forms of engagement.  The study also explored whether the teachers’ perspectives were similar in terms of what equates to good learner engagement and what good engagement results into.

An extended literature review was carried out to inform the research. As the study eventually aims to gather responses about engagement from both learners and teachers, the methodology for the project was Case Study.  Yin (1989, p.13)) explains that this approach is consistent when “the focus is on a contemporary phenomenon within some real-life context”.  A survey using Microsoft 365 forms was conducted among higher education teachers with online teaching experience in various education disciplines in New Zealand.

The Findings from this initial step showed first, there are various definitions, and each teacher had a slightly different perspective of what engagement involved. The study also highlighted the similarities and gaps in terms of online engagement from a teacher’s point of view.

 

The study findings indicated, a consensus approach of understanding about what online engagement means and the strategies used by the teachers to foster engagement. The findings also suggested first, how motivation to learn, technology and access plays an important role with online engagement. Second, how the flexibility of online learning is differentiated from face to face teaching environments and the importance of adopting newer strategies for online engagement.  Third, findings suggest that there are some offline learning with no visibility of engagement and show that this affected the teacher’s perceptions in regards to student success.  

References

Yin, R. (1989)Case study research: Design and methods.  Sage Publications
Supporting STEAM learning through student-developed Mixed Reality (MR) experiences
Authors: MacCallum Kathryn
Published: February 2021

Mixed reality (MR) provides new opportunities for creative and innovative learning. MR supports the merging of real and virtual worlds to produce new environments and visualisations where physical and digital objects co-exist and interact in real-time (MacCallum & Jamieson, 2017). The MR continuum links both virtual and augmented reality, whereby virtual reality (VR) enables learners to be immersed within a completely virtual world, while augmented reality (AR) blend the real and the virtual world. MR embraces the spectrum between the real and the virtual; the mix of the virtual and real worlds may vary depending on the application. The integration of MR into education provides specific affordances which make it specifically unique in supporting learning (Parson & MacCallum, 2020; Bacca, Baldiris, Fabregat, Graf & Kinshuk, 2014). These affordance enable students to support unique opportunities to support learning and develop 21st-century learning capabilities (Schrier, 2006; Bower, Howe, McCredie, Robinson, & Grover, 2014).

 

In general, most integration of MR in the classroom tend to be focused on students being the consumers of these experiences. However by enabling student to create their own experiences enables a wider range of learning outcomes to be incorporated into the learning experience. By enabling student to be creators and designers of their own MR experiences provides a unique opportunity to integrate learning across the curriculum and supports the develop of computational thinking and stronger digital skills. The integration of student-created artefacts has particularly been shown to provide greater engagement and outcomes for all students (Ananiadou & Claro, 2009).

 

In the past, the development of student-created MR experiences has been difficult, especially due to the steep learning curve of technology adoption and the overall expense of acquiring the necessary tools to develop these experiences. The recent development of low-cost mobile and online MR tools and technologies have, however, provided new opportunities to provide a scaffolded approach to the development of student-driven artefacts that do not require significant technical ability (MacCallum & Jamieson, 2017). Due to these advances, students can now create their own MR digital experiences which can drive learning across the curriculum.

 

This presentation explores how teachers at two high schools in NZ have started to explore and integrate MR into their STEAM classes.  This presentation draws on the results of a Teaching and Learning Research Initiative (TLRI) project, investigating the experiences and reflections of a group of secondary teachers exploring the use and adoption of mixed reality (augmented and virtual reality) for cross-curricular teaching. The presentation will explore how these teachers have started to engage with MR to support the principles of student-created digital experiences integrated into STEAM domains.