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MULTICULTURAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AS ONE OF THE PRIORITY AREAS OF EDUCATIONAL WORK
Authors:   S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University, Tuksaitova R. , Omarova G. ,   S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University, Alimzhanova B. ,   S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University
Published: May 2024

This paper gives much attention to the multicultural education of students as an important component of education, the purpose of which is the formation of value orientations of the individual and the creation of an ethnocultural environment. The main regulatory documents and priority areas of educational work in the system of continuous education of the Republic of Kazakhstan are presented. The methods and technologies of multicultural education on which the content of multicultural pedagogical education is based are considered.
Local and Global: An Analogical Approach to God, Neighbor, and Indigenous Reconciliation in Pope Francis
Authors: Marcelli-Chu Monica ,   Villanova University
Published: May 2024

This paper proposes a way of navigating the tension between the local and global in Fratelli tutti. The author argues that the encyclical exemplifies and develops an analogical approach for authentic encounter. The analogical approach to God and its use of language emphasize a tensive space between the known and unknown, which the author transposes to human encounter. The encyclical grounds and develops this transposed analogical approach through emphasis on cultural diversity, with a bifocal affirmation of difference and desire for relationship. Francis’s attention to Indigenous peoples grounds attention to the local as disposing toward a global outlook in care for the natural world. Finally, the author applies this approach to reflection on reconciliation between Indigenous peoples and the Church in Canada. Reflection on language is thereby put to the work of engaging the tensive and morally complex space between truth and reconciliation—namely, the space of encount er where healing is ongoing.
The “Best-Kept Secret” of Catholic Social Teaching: More Than a Metaphor?
Authors: Ball James B. ,   Villanova University
Published: May 2024

Catholic social teaching is the Church’s “best-kept secret,” as the saying goes, but is it becoming literally true? This paper tests the proposition that the US bishops are developing a pattern of obscuring or, in effect, hiding particular social teachings of the popes. The instances examined include the ideological error of single-issue advocacy; the meaning of the right to form labor unions; and the intrinsic value of nonhuman species and ecosystems. It would be true irony if the “best-kept secret” were that the bishops were actually keeping a secret. The paper contends that this expression, now more than a metaphor, has acquired a double meaning to which one ought to attend, for papal social teaching should be openly embraced and handed on to the faithful.
How Social Structures Are More Than Collections of Individuals
Authors: Chen Josh Y. ,   Villanova University
Published: May 2024

The problem of race has typically been treated as a problem of individual or institutional prejudice. However, more attention needs to be paid to structural racism, which shows how racialized opportunity structures sustain racial injustice even when actors are not prejudiced. Because Catholic social thought treats social structures as mere aggregates of individual behavior, however, it is unable to explain how opportunity structures constrain human agency, how social positions condition the behaviors of people who occupy them, and how harms may occur without intent. A critical realist approach to understanding social structure corrects the reductive tendencies of dominant perspectives on race, such as colorblindness and antiracism, and helps explain how nonracists can perpetuate racial injustice. An analysis of the case of residential segregation shows how the pursuit of individual goods in racialized opportunity structures like the housing market simultaneously hinders the common good.
Left Behind: Catholic Social Teaching and Justice for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Authors: Gould James B. ,   Villanova University
Published: May 2024

This paper uses themes from Catholic social teaching to challenge Church and society to prioritize a group that is left behind by social injustice: people with intellectual disabilities. It provides background information on intellectual disability, summarizes moral principles of Catholic social doctrine, describes sociological facts about how people with intellectual disabilities are left behind by social factors, and prescribes actionable solutions for treating them as equal members of society. The goal is to identify how to shape a society at all socio-ecological levels in ways that better protect the dignity, solidarity, and participation of people with intellectual disabilities. Although the analysis references the US and is limited to intellectual disabilities, its lessons apply to other countries and disabilities as well.
W(holy) Awareness
Authors: Gaines Rondee ,   Religious Communication Association
Published: May 2024

In an era of #BlackLivesMatter, more attention has been given to the historically disproportionate level of state-sanctioned violence against Black men, along with the health disparities and the corresponding higher mortality rates that impact them and the Black community. In response to these socio-political inequalities brought to the forefront by the COVID-19 pandemic, protests, speeches, and rallies convened around the country. Yet, there is still a need for an intervention that creates a communal culture of sacred space for Black men. This article reports on a case study examining Jazz for Prostate Cancer Awareness, which used a womanist frame for religious health education. Womanism aims to liberate the entire being, including the mind, the body, and the soul, of Black women (and men), which works well as an intervention and an alternative to the status quo public health education strategies.
Spiritual Reassurance
Authors: Hopeck Paula ,   Religious Communication Association
Published: May 2024

Research on spirituality at the end of life is extensive. Most research prescribes why care workers should talk with patients and their families about spirituality, who should talk with them, and how care workers should do it. Few studies address the experiences of discussing religion with families at the end of life. In this study, semistructured interviews with nurses, patient advocates, chaplains, and social workers (n = 65) described their experiences of religious discussions with family members. Generally, families seek spiritual reassurance for their decisions, including that their decisions align with the will of God and their religion.
Student perceptions on the impact of AI on their teaching and learning experiences in higher education
Authors: Tierney Aisling , Peasey Peter , Gould Joe
Published: May 2024

This paper provides evidence of student perspectives of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Higher Education (HE). In contrast to the extant literature that uses large-scale survey data to gather the student voice, research methods that prioritise qualitative data collection are presented. The data responds to a gap in the empirical evidence, redressing the lack of qualitative data on students’ thoughts and feelings in response to AI within a UK context. The paper also compares categorisations of concern relating to AI in HE between that published by academics and that generated by students using their own frames of reference. Recommendations for HE institutions are provided in response to issues identified in the literature and the research data.
Reorganization of Effective Geographical Factors on National Power
Authors: Gul Mazloom Yar Fayaz , Ihsan Ihsan Ullah , Baidar Karim Ullah
Published: May 2024

This research delves into the intricate interplay between geographical factors and national power, elucidating the diverse sources and bases of 'national power' while acknowledging the foundational role of political organizations in state formation. Through a comprehensive examination of literature and scholarly resources, this study identifies and analyzes the elements and sources of national power, particularly emphasizing the influence of geographical factors. Employing a methodology centered on library research, the findings underscore the pivotal role of geography alongside other determinants in shaping national power dynamics. By scrutinizing the impact of geographical features and facilities, the study reveals how countries leverage their natural surroundings to enhance their national and global power status. Ultimately, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between geography and national power, offering insights pertinent to policymakers, scholars, and practitioners, and informing strategies for harnessing and optimizing national power resources in the context of geopolitical dynamics and international relations.
BIOLUMINESCENCE IN INSECTS
Authors: Arti Prasad  , Pradeep Kumar Jangir
Published: May 2024

Lightning in organisms is a wonderful creation of nature. Many insects such as firefly, Railroad worm, Click Beetle, Glow-worm produces light known as bioluminescence. Insects use it as a Mating signal, Predation, and defence. Fluorescence is also used in space research, pest management, medical research, and fluorescent marker gene manipulation.
Digital Measuring Instruments for Height and Weight with Microcontroller-Based Sound Output
Authors: Chandranata Adi , Susanti Roza , Hakimi Putri Ade
Published: May 2024

Height and weight measuring devices simultaneously provide ideal weight information that will be handy for users. This study aims to provide an instrument that can be used as a measuring instrument for height and weight and whether or not a person's body is ideal. Therefore, in research, measuring instruments that can simultaneously measure height and weight and provide ideal information or not measured weight. This measuring instrument uses Arduino Uno as its brain, ultrasonic sensors to measure height, and strain gauge/load cell sensors to measure weight. Arduino processes data from both sensors to get the ideal body weight (BBI). The height, weight, and ideal body criteria values will be displayed on the LCD. Furthermore, the speaker will issue sound information regarding the condition of body weight, namely ideal, fat, or thin. Based on the testing and data analysis results, the average error percentage value in height measurement is 0.45%, and in weight measurement is 1.65%. At the same time, the success rate of the appearance of voice information is 99%.
EFECTOS CARDIOVASCULARES DEL HIPOTIROIDISMO SUBCLÍNICO EN MUJERES POSTMENOPÁUSICAS
Authors: Leon Verdesoto Genesis Jazmín , Salgado Oviedo Gabriela Socorro
Published: May 2024

Introducción: Las hormonas tiroideas desempeñan un papel crucial en diversas funciones fisiológicas, desde el metabolismo energético hasta el desarrollo y funcionamiento de sistemas vitales. El hipotiroidismo subclínico (HSC), caracterizado por niveles elevados de tirotropina (TSH) con hormonas tiroideas normales, ha suscitado creciente preocupación debido a sus posibles implicaciones en la salud cardiovascular, especialmente en mujeres posmenopáusicas.
Objetivo: Este estudio tiene como objetivo principal analizar la utilidad del tamizaje tiroideo en mujeres posmenopáusicas para el diagnóstico temprano de hipotiroidismo subclínico. Además, busca determinar la prevalencia de esta condición y evaluar el uso de un algoritmo diagnóstico para la detección oportuna, con un enfoque específico en los efectos cardiovasculares asociados.
Metodología: Se realizó una exhaustiva revisión bibliográfica utilizando bases de datos electrónicas y recursos especializados. La búsqueda se centró en estudios publicados desde el año 2019, con palabras clave como "hipotiroidismo subclínico", "mujeres posmenopáusicas" y "efectos cardiovasculares". Se aplicaron criterios de inclusión/exclusión para seleccionar investigaciones relevantes que abordaran la relación entre el hipotiroidismo subclínico y la salud cardiovascular en mujeres en la etapa postmenopáusica.
Resultados: La revisión revela una prevalencia significativa de hipotiroidismo subclínico en mujeres posmenopáusicas, asociado a manifestaciones de disfunción cardiovascular. Se observa una clara conexión entre el hipotiroidismo subclínico y la presencia de dislipidemia, aumentando el riesgo de enfermedades cardiovasculares, incluyendo aterosclerosis y eventos adversos. Datos epidemiológicos respaldan la asociación entre esta condición y la mayor incidencia de enfermedades cardiovasculares en mujeres posmenopáusicas.
Conclusiones: El hipotiroidismo subclínico se vincula con riesgos cardiovasculares en mujeres posmenopáusicas, como efecto principal, la aterosclerosis, resaltando la importancia de la detección temprana y la gestión del perfil lipídico para prevenir enfermedades cardiovasculares.
Developing Training Curriculum for Management Trainees Program at Company MTJ
Authors: Fatur Rizki Dwiki , Prisila Dian Pertiwi Yohana
Published: May 2024

Improving the competence and quality of management cadres is the main focus for many companies in various sectors. In an effort to prepare potential employees to take on future leadership roles, the development of a training curriculum is crucial. The purpose of this study is to explain the importance of designing an effective training curriculum for trainee management programs in MTJ companies. The study also aims and to explore the phenomena and challenges associated with the development of training curricula, focusing on the specific needs of companies and industries as well as the availability of adequate resources. This research uses qualitative methods with a case study approach Various studies have shown that a structured and relevant training curriculum can make a significant contribution in preparing employees to face the demands of the complex business world. However, in designing training curricula for trainee management programs, companies often face various obstacles, including adjustment to company needs, limited resources, and selection of appropriate learning methods. By understanding these challenges, strategic steps can be taken to address existing issues and design effective training curricula for trainee management programs. This research is expected to make an important contribution in the development of training curricula for trainee management programs in companies. With a better understanding of the challenges companies face in designing effective training curricula, strategic steps can be taken to overcome those obstacles. The results of this study can also provide insight to other companies in designing relevant and effective training programs. In addition, this research can be the basis for the development of advanced research in the field of human resource development and training management.
Comparison of Tiktok Application Users Between the Implementation of Creativity and Addictive Behavior
Authors: Risalah Aisyah Mujahidah , Rina Nofha
Published: May 2024

TikTok application users have now reached all levels of society, especially teenagers who use the TikTok application as a medium to express themselves. Teenagers who access TikTok are considered to have the opportunity to use creative abilities in creating content on TikTok, but the Tiktok application, in fact, will also have a bad impact on individuals, especially teenagers who are still very unstable. Tiktok can have a negative impact where it makes its users more and more addicted every day. This study aims to understand and analyze the implementation of creativity and addictive behavior of TikTok users. Implementation using Torrance Test of Creative Thinking (TTCT) and addictive behavior using Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale. There are four aspects of creativity, namely fluency, flexibility, elaboration, and originality. While addictive behavior there are aspects of importance, tolerance, mood swings, withdrawal and relapse. The method used is quantitative descriptive, to find out more between creativity and addiction that TikTok users use. Based on the findings, 85% were able to implement their creativity on the TikTok application with the biggest aspect lying in the flexibility in utilizing the ability to identify problems or provide solutions to their problems by utilizing the features and visualizations available on TikTok. As for addictive behavior, it was found that 75% of addictive behavior existed, with the largest dimension in mood swings, this is because TikTokers are looking for fun and entertainment to forget for a moment about the problem.
Evaluation of Hematological and Biochemical Effects of Kabuuti Herbal Cough Syrup: A Sub-acute Study in Wistar Rats
Authors:   Department of Pharmacy, Kampala International University, Uganda, Fred Ssembatia
Published: May 2024

Herbal medicines, including Kabuuti cough syrup, have gained popularity in treating various ailments, yet their safety and efficacy require scientific scrutiny. This study aimed to evaluate the hematological and biochemical effects of Kabuuti herbal cough syrup after 28 days of oral administration in Wistar rats. The herbal extracts, containing secondary metabolites like terpenes, alkaloids, steroids, and phenols, were administered at different doses to rats, with distilled water as a control. Hematological and biochemical parameters were assessed, showing no statistically significant changes in most parameters. However, there were decreases in mean corpuscular volume (MCV) levels and lymphocyte percentage and increases in hemoglobin (HB) levels and gamma glutamyl transferase (GGT) levels observed in certain dosage groups. Despite these variations, the overall findings suggest that Kabuuti herbal cough syrup is safe for liver and kidney function in the short term, with no significant adverse effects observed. Keywords: Kabuuti Cough Herbal Preparation; Haematological Effects; Biochemical Effects; Oral Administration; Wistar Rats.
Understanding Caretakers' Treatment Facility Preferences for Children with Febrile Illnesses: Insights from Ishaka Town, Bushenyi District, Uganda
Authors:   School of Pharmacy, Kampala International University, Uganda, Harrison Ndugga
Published: May 2024

This study was carried out to assess the factors that influence choice of treatment facility by the caretakers of children with febrile illnesses in Ishaka town, Bushenyi district. A total of 50 questionnaires were issued to respondents after attaining their consent. The respondents were chosen randomly. The study showed that transport costs, good customer care and quality of health care were the major factors that influenced the choice of treatment facility for children in Ishaka town. The biggest number of caretakers is the mothers of these children, who are mostly housewives. These caretakers usually seek treatment from private providers near them, such as clinics and drug shops. Caretakers prefer treatment facilities with a constant supply of drugs, knowledge of health care provider, and diagnostic services as they have a perception that quality of care provided depends on these factors. To increase access of quality health care for children with febrile illness, all aspects need to be addressed. Health care providers need to be accessible and avail the community with appropriate medication. The community need to be sensitized on the signs and symptoms commonly affecting children with febrile illnesses, as well as training the drug shop owners on how to diagnose diseases based on the symptoms manifested. Keywords: Febrile illnesses, Treatment, facility, Caretakers, Healthcare.
Exploring the Role of Women in Attaining Food Security: A Case Study of Mitooma Local District, Uganda
Authors:   Faculty of Business and Management Kampala International University, Western Campus, Christine Ainebyoona
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the critical role of women in achieving food security within Mitooma Local District, Uganda. Employing a correlational research design, data was gathered from a sample of 60 participants, including local council officials, politicians, civil servants, NGO staff, and members of the community. Findings revealed significant challenges, with the majority of families experiencing food scarcity and some children suffering from malnutrition. Despite engaging in agricultural activities and contributing to food production, women face limitations in accessing resources and services, hindering their effectiveness in ensuring food security. The study emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts among stakeholders, including civil society organizations, administrators, and policymakers, to address food insecurity. Recommendations include mass sensitization campaigns, enhanced scientific research, women's empowerment initiatives, and improved access to credit facilities. Keywords: Administrators, Food production, Food security, Women, Women empowerment.
Rare gynecological entity: malignant cervical PEComa (perivascular epithelioid cell differentiation tumour) - challenges in diagnosis, treatment and surveillance
Authors: Anjos Amanda da Silva , Kwiatkowski Filipe Vieira , Kwiatkowski Rafael Vieira , Bonow Danielle Rediess , Vasques Luana Ferreira , Teixeira Sabine Triguero
Published: May 2024

Perivascular epithelioid cell tumors constitute a family of mesenchymal tumors characterized by the concomitant expression of melanocytic and muscular markers. Gynecological perivascular epithelioid cell tumors are rare, encompassing about 25% of cases. Studies demonstrate an even rarer occurrence in the uterine cervix. In this article, we report a case of malignant perivascular epithelioid cell tumors of the uterine cervix in a young patient, managed with total hysterectomy with unilateral salpingo- oophorectomy (due to suspected neoplasic involvement of the right ovary) and bilateral pelvic lymphadenectomy. Due to limited data, diagnosing these tumors is challenging. Given the uncertain biological behavior of this neoplasm, they should be considered potentially malignant and require long-term follow-up, despite the potential for late local recurrence and distant metastases. Surgical treatment involving complete resection of the lesion with clear margins remains the recommended option for this type of tumor until more consistent evidence can support adjuvant treatments.
Immunohistochemistry and next-generation sequencing for NTRK fusion detection in differentiated thyroid cancer of children, adolescents and young adults
Authors: Telles Ana Clara Oliveira Tosta , Machado Gabriel Jeferson Rodríguez , von-Ammon Juliana Lima , da-Matta Rafael Reis Campos , de-Oliveira Taíse Lima Cerqueira , de Lima Beltrão Fabyan Esberard , da-Paz Alexandre Rolim , Hecht Fabio , de Castro Lopes Guilherme , Rios Leonardo Freitas Boaventura , Lisboa Bruno da Silva , Ramos Helton Estrela
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Pan-TRK immunohistochemistry staining can assess the protein expression from NTRK gene fusions. A little is known about its utility in differentiated thyroid cancer samples from children, adolescents, and young adults patients. Objective:Investigate pan-TRKimmunohistochemistry sensitivity and specificity in differentiated thyroid cancer samples from children, adolescents, and young adults patients.

Methods: Tumor samples obtained from 79 children, adolescents, and young adults patients (age <21 years) diagnosed with differentiated thyroid cancer between January, 2010 and January, 2021 were retrospectively recruited from four health centers from state of Bahia e Paraíba, Brazil. NTRK gene fusion testing of all archival FFPE tumor samples: pan-TRK immunohistochemistry staining for TRKA, TRKB and TRKC protein expression were performed and then analyzed with RNA-based nextgeneration sequencing assay to confirm immunohistochemistry pan-TRK result and elucidate fusion partner.

Results: Pan-TRK immunohistochemistry: 3 of 79 cases had positive pan-TRK expression: next-generation sequencing; 4 were identified with NTRK gene fusion, pan-TRK immunohistochemistry was negative in all 4 NTRK next-generation sequencing-positive cases. 25 of 79 NTRK next-generation sequencing-negative control cases had concordant negative pan-TRK immunohistochemistry results. Therefore, our rate of false positive pan-TRK immunohistochemistry results was 3/25 (12%). The overall results for pan-TRK immunohistochemistry in our cohort of next-generation sequencing-negative cases was: (i) sensitivity (0%), (ii) specificity (96%), (iii) positive predictive value (94.7%), (iv) negative predictive value (91%).

Conclusion: Pan-TRK immunohistochemistry was not a tissue-efficient screen for NTRK fusions in differentiated thyroid cancer from children, adolescents, and young adults patients. This is the largest cohort of from children, adolescents, and young adults differentiated thyroid cancer cases stained with pan-TRK immunohistochemistry, and it is the first to detail the sensitivity and specificity of pan-TRK immunohistochemistry regarding the data obtained by targeted RNA-based next-generation sequencing panel in differentiated thyroid cancer.
Why Scientists Can’t Run Daycares
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: May 2024

In this post we’re going to take a break from my research. Instead, I’m going to subject you to my crackpot theories of psychology. This post is called “Why Scientist Can’t Run Daycares”. But I’m just assuming that other scientists are like me. So maybe a better title would be “why I can’t run a daycare”. What prompted this post? Well, you should know that I have a 3 year old daughter. She’s the joy of my life, a true delight to be around.
Productivity and Income … Again
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: May 2024

Today I’m going to revisit a topic that a month ago I committed to stop writing about — the productivity-income quagmire. Neoclassical economists argue that income is proportional to productivity. The problem is that they have no way of measuring productivity that is independent of income. So in practice, they test their theory by assuming it’s true.
A Review of Gregory Clark’s “A Farewell to Alms”
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: May 2024

I thought I would spark some controversy by reviewing Gregory Clark’s “A Farewell to Alms”. Clark offers a social Darwinist theory of why the industrial revolution occurred in England. Most social scientists will likely dismiss Clark’s arguments as absurd. I will say off the bat that I think Clark’s thesis is wrong. But it contains an uncomfortable grain of truth that we need to acknowledge.
Economic Growth Theory … Bah Humbug!
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: May 2024

I’ve written a lot on this blog about the absurdity of marginal productivity theory. But I haven’t said much about the other pillar of mainstream economics: neoclassical growth theory. Today I’ll break that silence. Neoclassical growth theory is a textbook example of Murphy’s law. Everything that could go wrong with the theory  did  go wrong.
Groping in the Dark: The Untold Side of Research
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: May 2024

There is an exciting side of blogging that I want to explore here. Blogging can tell the  story  behind research. This is something you don’t get in journals. Most scientific articles obey a formula that goes like this: Here is the question I asked. Here is how I answered the question. Here is what I found. This formula makes the article easy to read, since we know what to expect.
The Review of Capital as Power
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: May 2024

Exciting news! As of this month, I’m the new editor of the  Review of Capital as Power  . What is this journal? Why am I editing it? Read on to find out. The  Review of Capital as Power  (  RECASP  for short) is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes research that engages with the idea of capital  as  power.
An Evolutionary Theory of Resource Distribution (Part 2)
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: May 2024

 A 25% chance  . That’s the likelihood that when I tell someone I’m searching for a job, they’ll say: OK, maybe I’m exaggerating this chance. Still, it’s an open secret that when it comes to landing a job, it matters who you know. Many people, it seems, like to remind me of this fact.  A 0% chance  . That’s the likelihood that when I tell someone I research income distribution, they’ll say: Does this discrepancy strike you as weird?
ĐẶC ĐIỂM LÂM SÀNG, CẬN LÂM SÀNG VÀ TÌNH HÌNH SỬ DỤNG THUỐC KHÁNG ĐÔNG TRÊN BỆNH NHÂN COVID-19 MỨC ĐỘ VỪA VÀ NẶNG TẠI KHOA ĐIỀU TRỊ 1 TRONG THÁNG 11
Authors: Lê Tịnh , Vũ Đình Ân , Nguyễn Ngọc Cường , Hoàng Văn Tuấn , Lê Văn Lợi
Published: May 2024

Mục tiêu: Tổng quan về đặc điểm lâm sàng, cận lâm sàng của bệnh nhân, mô hình điều trị, tập trung vào tình hình sử dụng thuốc chống đông và các biến chứng do chúng mang lại.
Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu hồi cứu mô tả cắt ngang, có phân tích trên 223 bệnh nhân được chẩn đoán xác định Covid mức độ vừa và covid mức độ nặng điều trị tại Khoa Điều Trị 1, Trung tâm điều trị bệnh nhân COVID-19, Bệnh viện Quân y 175 từ 01/11/2021 đến 30/11/2021.
Kết quả: 75,78% bệnh nhân COVID-19 đã được tiêm vaccine Covid, phần lớn bệnh nhân (85,2%) có bệnh nền. Giảm độ bão hòa oxy máu ngoại vi (100%) nhóm covid vừa ( SpO2: 94.84 ± 6.46, nhóm covid nặng ( SpO2: 89.14 ± 2.10), khó thở (84,91%) và ho (73,70%) là các triệu chứng lâm sàng hay gặp nhất. Có sự tăng Ferritin huyết thanh, D-Dimer, PCT, CRP, số lượng bạch cầu, tỉ lệ bạch cầu đa nhân trung tính, giảm tỉ lệ tế bào lympho tại thời điểm nhập viện. Có 90,13% bệnh nhân covid vừa và nặng được dùng thuốc kháng đông trong quá trình điều trị, enoxaparin là thuốc được sử dụng nhiều nhất (82,22%) với liều dự phòng là liều thuốc được ưu tiên hàng đầu (52,71%). Tỷ lệ chảy máu khi dùng thuốc kháng đông là 3,14%.
Kết luận: Tỉ lệ lớn các bệnh nhân COVID-19 vừa và nặng tại trung tâm điều trị bệnh nhân COVID-19, Bệnh viện Quân y 175 có nhiều bệnh nền và đã được tiêm vaccine Covid. Đặc điểm lâm sàng và cận lâm sàng giữa hai nhóm nghiên cứu phần lớn khác biệt không có ý nghĩa thống kê, triệu chứng giảm độ bão hòa oxy máu ngoại vi ở nhóm covid nặng trầm trọng hơn. Thuốc chống đông heparin trọng lượng phân tử thấp (LMWH) được sử dụng nhiều hơn heparin không phân đoạn (UFH). Biến chứng chảy máu do thuốc chống đông ít gặp.
Students' attitudes in the Republic of Srpska towards trap music: From dominant narratives to current music preferences
Authors: Vukojević Bojana
Published: May 2024

Abstract: Historically speaking, different musical genres have periodically been a reason and a tool in the labelling of certain social groups, and recently, similar cautionary narratives have been found in trap music as well. They range from concern for young people's tastes, values and understanding to a moral panic that requires the regulation of public policies and the response of political actors. This observation of musical preferences is the result of a long-term understanding of cultural consumption through Pierre Bourdieu's theory of homology, where tastes appear as indicators of the status in society, that is, they indicate social hierarchies in which those who consume elite culture are at the top, while mass culture is reserved for the lower classes of society. As an alternative, Richard Peterson's theory of cultural omnivores and univores stands out in social sciences, indicating the necessity of a wider contextual positioning of cultural consumption and its perception in relation to other factors, thus showing that musical preferences can no longer be used as unmistakable indicators of social power relations, but that the cultural capital of those who are positioned higher on the social scale is reflected in the recognition and consumption of a wide range of genres and different cultural products. This understanding is complemented by the results of our exploratory research, which provide an overview of social and cultural factors that shape musical affinities and create certain perceptual frameworks regarding the trap genre. Research examines cultural and identity aspects of musical preferences among the student population in the Republic of Srpska, focusing on the phenomenon of trap music. The sample consists of 284 respondents (78.52% female students and 21.48% male students of the University of Banja Luka and the University of East Sarajevo). Through quantitative methodology, which included an online survey of the convenience sample, the goal was to uncover how dominant social narratives about trap music are reflected or challenged within the student community. Although the research has shortcomings (in terms of the non-representative sample and the necessity of using a local method), preliminary findings indicate that music preferences depend on a wider socio-cultural context, that the student population cannot be viewed homogeneously and that listening to trap music is part of a life stage (early youth). In addition, it is important to conclude that the audience of this genre separates reality from artistic expression, but also recognizes the dominant capitalist dimension of the music industry.
Endophytic fungi: Tracing the evolutionary roots and exploring the diversity of plant-fungal symbioses
Authors: Hu Y , Wei GY , Wen JT , Chang LF , Chen YS , Wang Y , Nizamani MM
Published: May 2024

The endophytic lifestyle, characterized by a symbiotic relationship between fungi and their host
plants, is pervasive throughout the fungal kingdom. However, the question of whether all fungi have
ancestors with endophytic lifestyles remains a topic of ongoing debate. This review paper aims to
explore this question by examining the evolutionary history of endophytism in fungi, the diversity of
endophytic fungi, and the ecological and host-specific factors that have influenced the evolution and
diversification of endophytic lifestyles. While it is clear that not all fungi descend from endophytic
ancestors, the prevalence and diversity of endophytism across the fungal phylogeny suggest that this
lifestyle has evolved multiple times in response to various ecological and host-specific pressures.
Future research, integrating modern genomic tools and experimental approaches, will likely shed
more light on the complex evolutionary trajectories of endophytic fungi, and potentially contribute
to applications in agriculture, industry, and medicine.
A Democracia Constitucional em questão – política, direito e história no tempo presente
Authors: Koerner Andrei , Troiano Mariele , Freitas Lígia Barros de
Published: May 2024

Este artigo discute os efeitos da situação crítica da política brasileira na última década sobre a produção acadêmica de ciência política e direito constitucional a respeito da democracia constitucional, do ponto de vista da desestabilização das suas relações com o tempo. Seu objetivo é explorar as implicações dessa mudança para as relações das pesquisas nesse campo com a história do presente. Ele explora alguns dos trabalhos relevantes em ciência política e direito constitucional que realizam análises abrangentes sobre o conceito de Constituição, as instituições políticas e a política governamental em âmbito nacional, bem como publicações acadêmicas e de intervenção no debate público sobre o processo político da última década. A escolha dos trabalhos baseou-se no acompanhamento da produção acadêmica nessas áreas e no levantamento e seleção em bases bibliográficas digitais. Concretamente, os resultados do artigo informam a análise de materiais produzidos por pesquisa em andamento a respeito do trabalho de pesquisadores sobre a democracia constitucional brasileira na última década. O artigo também se propõe a contribuir teórica e analiticamente para o campo de estudos políticos sobre o direito.
Penerapan Analisis Regresi Linier Berganda pada Kualitas Audit Aparat Pengawas Intern Pemerintah Kabupaten Gianyar
Authors: Budanti Ni Putu Lion , Ni Putu Ayu Mirah Mariati
Published: May 2024

Analisis statistika yang digunakan yaitu analisis regresi linier berganda. Regresi linear berganda merupakan model regresi yang melibatkan lebih dari satu variabel independen. Analisis regresi linear berganda dilakukan untuk mengetahui arah dan seberapa besar pengaruh variabel independen terhadap variabel dependen. Variabel independen dalam penelitian ini yaitu religiusitas (RE), kompetensi (KT), integritas (IT), dan lingkungan pengendalian (LP) sedangkan untuk variabel dependen yaitu kualitas audit (KA). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh religiusitas, kompetensi, integritas dan lingkungan pengendalian terhadap kualitas audit Aparat Pengawasan Intern Pemerintah (APIP) Kabupaten Gianyar. Populasi penelitian ini adalah seluruh APIP yang ditugaskan pada melaksanakan pengawasan pengambilan, pemeriksaan dan pemantauan di Inspektorat Kabupaten Gianyar. Teknik sampel yang digunakan adalah non-probability sampling yaitu pengambilan sampel jenuh atau sensus. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan Kompetensi berpengaruh terhadap kualitas audit. Hal tersebut berarti bahwa semakin rendah kompetensi Aparat Pengawas Intern Pemerintah (APIP) maka kualitas audit yang dihasilkan oleh APIP Kabupaten Gianyar akan semakin menurun. Integritas berpengaruh positif terhadap kualitas audit. Hal tersebut semakin tinggi integritas seorang Aparat Pengawas Intern Pemerintah (APIP) maka semakin meningkat kualitas audit yang dihasilkan oleh APIP Kabupaten Gianyar. Religiusitas tidak berpengaruh terhadap kualitas audit. Hal tersebut berarti bahwa baik atau buruk religiusitas Aparat Pengawas Intern Pemerintah (APIP) tidak beperngaruh terhadap kualitas audit yang dihasilkan oleh APIP Kabupaten Gianyar. Lingkungan pengendalian tidak berpengaruh terhadap kualitas audit. Hal tersebut berarti baik atau buruk lingkungan pengendalian Aparat Pengawas Intern Pemerintah (APIP) tidak bepengaruh terhadap kualitas audit yang dihasilkan oleh APIP Kabupaten Gianyar.
PENGARUH MODEL FUN LEARNING TERHADAP HASIL DAN MINAT BELAJAR MATEMATIKA SISWA KELAS X DI SMK NEGERI 3 SUKAWATI
Authors: Ni Kadek Putri Dwiani  , I Made Surat  , Ni Wayan Sunita  , N. Putri Sumaryani  , Nyoman Parmithi
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimen semu yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah ada pengaruh model Fun Learning terhadap hasil dan minat belajar matematika kelas X. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas X di SMK Negeri 3 Sukawati pada semester genap 2022/2023 yang memiliki sepuluh kelas dan dipilih 2 kelas secara random sampling sebagai sampel penelitian, satu kelas sebagai kelas eksperimen yang menerima perlakuan model Fun Learning dan satu kelas sebagai kelas kontrol yang menerima perlakuan model pembelajaran konvensional. Desain penelitian yang digunakan yaitu Nonequivalent Post Test Only Control Group Design. Analisis yang digunakan untuk hipotesis satu dan hipotesis dua ialah uji t-test dan analisis untuk hipotesis tiga ialah uji MANOVA. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat perbedaan hasil antara kelas eksperimen dengan nilai rata-rata 71,32 dan kelas kontrol dengan nilai rata-rata 63,84. Pada minat belajar siswa juga memiliki perbedaan, kelas eksperimen dengan nilai rata-rata 68,28 dan kelas kontrol dengan nilai 62,4. Dengan adanya perbedaan nilai hasil dan minat belajar antara model Fun Learning dan model pembelajaran konvensional, dapat disimpulkan jika model Fun Learning memiliki pengaruh terhadap hasil dan minat belajar matematika siswa di SMK Negeri 3 Sukawati.
A BWM-TOPSIS Linear Programming Model for Evaluating the Performance of Health-Promoting Hospitals with McKinsey 7s Framework in Organizational Management
Authors: Lawong Amin , Kejornrak Arpakorn , Kriengkorakot Nuchsara , Kriengkorakot Preecha
Published: May 2024

This research addresses the critical aspect of evaluating operational performance in health promotion hospitals, which play a vital role in providing medical services to local communities. The research proposes an integrated method for performance assessment, utilizing the Best-Worst Method (BWM) and the Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) linear programming model. Taking the case of health promotion hospitals in Maha Sarakham province, Thailand, and considering the McKinsey 7s framework's seven criteria, BWM is employed to determine the criteria weights. Subsequently, the TOPSIS linear programming model selects the ideal health promotion hospital based on these weights. The BWM analysis reveals criteria weights in the following order: system, staff, skill, style, structure, strategy, and shared value. The TOPSIS linear programming model identifies SH12 as the top-performing health promotion hospital with a closeness coefficient value of 0.8821. Additionally, a Spearman's rank correlation test validates this proposed method against the original TOPSIS approach, yielding a correlation value of 1.0. These findings provide valuable guidance for organizations, particularly in shaping strategic policies and resource allocation within medical service units, medical equipment, and personnel management in organizational settings. This study offers that the proposed method is simpler and will aid in the ongoing analysis of strengths and weaknesses in the improvement of organizations and development, helping organizations adapt to changes.
Himalayas farmer participatory evaluation of balanced application of nutrients in rice (Oryza sativa)–wheat (Triticum aestivum) system in Kumaon hills
Authors: DINESH KUMAR SINGH  , GAURAV DEEP SINGH  , ROHITASHAV SINGH  , A.P. SINGH  , SUMIT CHATURVEDI  , MOHAN SINGH
Published: May 2024

A study was conducted by involving 24 farmers in their fields during 2011–13 in lower Kumaon hills, to study the response of rice (Oryza sativa L.)–wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) system to balanced nutrient application. The highest mean grain yields of rice (7.21 t/ha) and of wheat (5.14 t/ha) were recorded with the recommended doses of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (120, 60 and 40 kg/ha respectively, to both the crops) applied along with the sulphur @ 20 kg/ha followed by recommended NPK alone without micronutrients (7.01 and 5.01 t/ha, respec tively, for rice and wheat).  During both the years, grain yields of rice and wheat under the farmers’ practice of nu trient application were significantly lower than the other treatments except control and N alone. In rice crop, appli cation of recommended doses of N, P and K provided additional mean grain yield of 1.50 t/ha over the farmers’ practice, whereas it was 1.04 t/ha in wheat. Application of sulphur @ 20 kg/ha over the recommended dose of NPK to both the crops resulted in additional grain yield of rice and wheat by 200 and 130 kg/ha, respectively, it also resulted in the highest production efficiency (45.4 kg/ha/day). The highest net returns were found under the treatment receiving recommended dose of NPK along with sulphur @ 20 kg/ha ( 150.15 × 103/ha) and it was 54.8% higher over the farmers’ practice of fertilizer application. The soil fertility status after harvesting of wheat in rice–wheat cropping system revealed that highest available nitrogen (298 kg/ha), phosphorus (16.9 kg/ha) and po tassium (200 kg/ha) were observed with recommended doses of N, P and K along with sulphur @ 20 kg/ha to rice and wheat crops in sequence.
Effect of sowing schedule and integrated nutrient management on productivity, profitability and soil health in rainfed baby corn (Zea mays)–horse gram (Macrotyloma uniflorum) cropping sequence
Authors: A.K. SINHA
Published: May 2024

A field experiment was conducted during the rainy (kharif) seasons of 2012 and 2013 at Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh, to work out the effect of sowing schedule and integrated nutrient-management systems on the pro ductivity and profitability of baby corn (Zea mays L.)–horse gram [Macrotyloma uniflorum (L.) Verdc.] cropping sys tem. The experiment was laid out in a split-plot design with 4 treatments of sowing schedule (1st week of July, 2nd week of July and 3rd week of July and 4th week of July) in main plots and 4 levels of fertility (Recommended dose of fertilizer (RDF), 125% of RDF, RDF + 5 t FYM, 125% of RDF + 5 t FYM) with 3 replications. The horse gram was taken as utera crop sown just before harvesting of baby corn of each sowing schedule by using common starter dose (20-50-20 kg N-P-K/ha). Baby cob, baby corn, green fodder of baby corn plants, horse gram yield and economics were higher in sowing of first schedule (1st week of July) which showed parity with second (2nd week of July) and third (3rd week of July) sowing schedule but significantly superior to the fourth sowing schedule, i.e. 4th week of July. Further, application of 125% RDF + 5 t FYM significantly increased the baby cob, baby corn, green fodder, horse gram yield over 100% RDF and125% RDF, but was at par with that obtained with 100% RDF + 5 t FYM. Combined effect of sowing of the first schedule of baby corn and horse gram and application of 125% RDF + 5 t FYM resulted in significantly higher baby corn-equivalent yield in terms of system productivity (2.8 t/ha) which was comparable to sowing of the second schedule with 125% RDF + 5 t FYM (2.7 t/ha), sowing of the third schedule with 125% RDF + 5 t FYM (2.3 t/ha), sowing of the first schedule with 100% RDF + 5 t FYM (2.7 t/ha), sowing of the second schedule with 100% RDF + 5 t FYM (2.5 t/ha) and sowing of the first schedule with 125% RDF (2.5 t/ha). Hence sowing of baby corn on the first schedule (1st week of July) with 125% RDF + 5 t FYM fol lowed by horse gram revealed the maximum system productivity in terms of baby corn-equivalent yield (2.8 t/ha) and net profit ( 173,000/ha). As regards to nutrient management in baby corn and horse gram system, the maxi mum nutrient uptake (205.7 kg N, 35.5 kg P and 222.8 kg K/ha) and soil fertility status after final harvesting of cropping system (256.19 kg N, 9.1 kg P2 O5 and 281.00 kg K2 O/ha) were registered under 125% RDF + 5 t FYM.
Efficacy of various herbicides for weed control in wheat (Triticum aestivum) intercropped with autumn sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) under sub mountaineous conditions of Punjab
Authors: SUMESH CHOPRA  , MANDEEP KAUR SAINI
Published: May 2024

A field experiment was conducted during the winter (rabi) season of 2011–12 and 2012–13 at Gurdaspur, Punjab, to assess the efficacy of various herbicides for weed control in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) intercropped in autumn planted sugarcane. The experiment comprising 8 treatments was laid out in a randomized block design with 3 replications. Among herbicidal treatments, sulfosulfuron + metsulfuron 75 WG @ 0.03 kg/ha was found to be significantly superior to the application of clodinafop 15 WP @ 0.06 kg/ha, fenoxaprop-p-ethyl 10 EC @ 0.1 kg/ha, isoproturon 75 WP @ 0.94 kg/ha and metribuzin 70 WP @ 0.26 kg/ha in reducing the biomass of weeds, but at par with sulfosulfuron 75 WG @ 0.02 kg/ha. Sulfosulfuron + metsulfuron 75 WG @ 0.03 kg/ha resulted in 20.5, 17.5, 42.4 and 23.7% increase in wheat grain yield; 5.3, 4.7, 6.6 and 4.9% increase in cane yield; and 8.5, 7.0, 12.8 and 8.7% increase in cane-equivalent yield over clodinafop 15 WP @ 0.06 kg/ha, fenoxaprop-p-ethyl 10 EC @ 0.1 kg/ ha, isoproturon 75 WP @ 0.94 kg/ha and metribuzin 70 WP @ 0.26 kg/ha respectively. Significantly higher effective tillers/m2 and number of grains/ear were recorded with sulfosulfuron + metsulfuron 75 WG @ 0.03 kg/ha over the application of clodinafop 15 WP @ 0.06 kg/ha, fenoxaprop-p-ethyl 10 EC @ 0.1 kg/ha, isoproturon 75 WP @ 0.94 kg/ ha and metribuzin 70 WP @ 0.26 kg/ha. The highest weed-control efficiency (87.8%) and benefit: cost ratio (1.59) were found under sulfosulfuron + metsulfuron 75 WG @ 0.03 kg/ha-treated plots, closely followed by sulfosulfuron 75 WG @ 0.02 kg/ha and mesosulfuron + iodosulfuron 3.6 WDG @ 0.01 g/ha.