bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Quadratus Lumborum Block Against Coupled Transversus Abdominis Block and Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric Nerve Blocks for Postoperative Analgesia After Total Abdominal Hysterectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Omara Amany Faheem , Elbadry Amr Arafa , Abo Hagar Alaa Mohammed
Published: March 2023

Background: Nerve blocks have been one of the most common anesthetic methods for abdominal surgeries since the last four decades. Objectives: This study aimed to compare the postoperative analgesic efficacy of bilateral ultrasound-guided quadratus lumborum block (QLB) against bilateral ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis block (TAB) and Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric nerve blocks (IINB) in abdominal total hysterectomy. Methods: Sixty female patients scheduled for the surgery of total abdominal hysterectomy under spinal anesthesia participated in this randomized prospective trial. They were randomly assigned to two dual TAB / IINB (n = 30) and QLB (n = 30) groups. Moreover, the visual analog scores (VAS), the total amount of morphine consumed after surgery during the first 24 hours, the number of individuals requiring rescue analgesia, postoperative analgesia duration, and postoperative complications were recorded. Results: Morphine consumption was equal in both groups (P = 0.908). Furthermore, the analgesia duration in the two groups was statistically insignificant (P = 0.879), with mean values of 15.4 and 15.6 hours, respectively. During 24 hours, there was no statistically significant difference in terms of VAS between the two groups (P > 0.05). Conclusions: The QLB might be a viable replacement for TAB/IINB for postoperative analgesia after total abdominal hysterectomy.
Responsabilidad social empresarial como elemento clave en la formación de contadores públicos en la era de la globalización: un enfoque comparativo entre países desarrollados y en desarrollo
Authors: Alegre Brítez Miguel Ángel
Published: March 2023

El objetivo de esta investigación fue analizar la importancia de la RSE en la formación de contadores públicos en paí- ses desarrollados y en desarrollo. Se llevó a cabo una revisión sistemática de la literatura sobre el tema, y se encontró que la RSE es cada vez más importante en la formación de contadores públicos en todo el mundo, pero su importancia varía según el nivel de desarrollo de los países y otros factores como la cultura empresarial y la educación. En los países desarrollados, la RSE es más relevante en la formación de contadores públicos debido a la mayor presión de los consumidores y otros grupos de interés para adoptar prácticas responsables, así como a la existencia de marcos regula- torios y de referencia más avanzados. Por otro lado, en los países en desarrollo, la importancia de la RSE está crecien- do a medida que las empresas se enfrentan a una creciente presión de los consumidores y otros grupos de interés para adoptar prácticas responsables, así como a una creciente conciencia sobre la importancia de la RSE para el desarrollo sostenible. Se recomienda que los programas de formación de contadores públicos incluyan temas relacionados con la RSE, como la identificación y evaluación de los impactos sociales y ambientales de las empresas, así como la comuni- cación efectiva de esta información a los diferentes grupos de interés. Además, se deben promover marcos regulatorios y de referencia avanzados que promuevan la adopción de prácticas de RSE por parte de las empresas.
Editorial
Authors: Ruoti Cosp Nora Lucía
Published: March 2023

Las Administraciones Tributarias (AATT) en sus diferentes áreas incorporan los procesos de digitalización convirtiéndose en Administraciones Electrónicas, se evidencia en las principales funciones de las AATT como la de recaudación, fiscalización, información y asistencia, en los sistemas de información y en la cooperación/colaboración producto por ejemplo de los intercambios de información internos e internacionales, es decir, la fiscalidad internacional, rompiendo las fronteras
Peningkatan Pengetahuan Orang Tua Tentang Stunting Melalui Pendidikan Holistik Berbasis Kesehatan
Authors: Budiana Irwan
Published: March 2023

Pandemi Covid 19 menyebabkan terganggunya pelayanan kesehatan ibu dan anak di Posyandu. Posyandu memiliki peran sentral untuk deteksi dini stunting pada Balita. Posyandu saat ini mulai kurang diminati, hal tersebut dapat dilihat dengan meningkatnya angka ketidakhadiran masyarakat di Posyandu (25.5% tahun 2007 menjadi 34.3% tahun 2018). Lemahnya penyelenggaraan pelayanan tersebut menjadi salah satu faktor yang mempengaruhi minimnya pendidikan kesehatan bagi orang tua  tentang stunting. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini yaitu meningkatkan pengetahuan orang tua tentang stunting melalui pendidikn holistik. Metode  yang digunakan dalam kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah screening, ceramah dan diskusi. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan pemberian edukasi kesehatan mengenai stunting secara holistik memberikan manfaat yang positif terhadap pengetahuan ibu yang mempunyai anak Stunting atau tidak mempunyaianak dengan stunting. Kesimpulannya yakni upaya edukasi masyarakat secara holistik khususnya ibu mengenai stunting dapat memberikan pengaruh terhadap pengetahuan ibu.
Peningkatan Pemahaman Mahasiswa Jurusan Akuntansi Syariah tentang Penggunaan Fenomenologi dalam Riset Akuntansi Budaya
Authors: Thalib Mohamad Anwar
Published: March 2023

Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman mahasiswa jurusan akuntansi syariah tentang penggunaan fenomenologi dalam riset akuntansi budaya. Pelatihan ini dibagi menjadi tiga sesi yaitu penjelasan materi tentang fenomenologi dan kelima analisis datanya, pemberian contoh fenomenologi dalam riset akuntansi budaya, dan pelatihan penggunaan fenomenologi dalam riset akuntansi budaya. Hasil pelatihan menunjukkan bahwa terdapat peningkatan pemahaman mahasiswa jurusan akuntansi syariah tentang penggunaan fenomenologi dalam riset akuntansi budaya. Hal ini tercermin melalui jawaban para peserta pelatihan yang telah mampu menyusun instrumen pertanyaan yang berfokus pada pendekatan fenomenologi, serta para peserta telah mampu mengidentifikasi noema, epoche, noesis, Intentional analysis, eidetic reduction dari setiap jawaban hasil wawancara
Mahasiswa Melebur dalam Masyarakat Desa Ujungalang, Kampung Laut Cilacap
Authors: Prasetyaningrum Herdiana
Published: March 2023

Pengabdian masyarakat diwujudkan dalam Program Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) dilaksanakan di Desa Ujungalang, Kecamatan Kampung Laut, Kabupaten Cilacap. Pada pelaksanaan KKN ini, awalnya dilakukan observasi untuk menganalisis situasi dan kondisi masyarakat. Kemudian dilakukan identifikasi kebutuhan masyarakat sehingga diterjemahkan ke dalam bentuk sasaran/program kegiatan. Program kegiatan secara garis besar difokuskan pada uji kualitas air, pengelolaan kesehatan dan lingkungan, serta pemberdayaan dan pengembangan potensi wisata. Berdasarkan hasil laboratorium secara fisika dan kimia, air yang diambil dari Gua Batulawang masuk dalam kategori air layak pakai atau air bersih untuk keperluan sanitasi. Kegiatan sosialisasi terkait pengelolaan kesehatan dan lingkungan pada umumnya berjalan lancar. Namun masih butuh bimbingan dalam pengelolaan sampah.
Obyek wisata Kolak Sekancil merupakan Kawasan Wisata Mangrove terbesar di Pulau Jawa. Pada saat KKN dilaksanakan, di era “new normal”, mahasiswa KKN bersama warga melakukan pembersihan dan pembenahan konten/isi papan yang berisi penjelasan jenis-jenis mangrove dan papan petunjuk arah.
Effects of Capital, Usage of Accounting Information, Financial Statements, and Characteristics Entrepreneurship on Financial Capability and Business Performance of MSMEs In Bogor City
Authors: Hendrawan Henky , Bakri Asri Ady , Fatchuroji Acep
Published: March 2023

This study aims to investigate the influence of capital, use of accounting information, financial reporting, and entrepreneurship on the financial capability and business performance of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Bogor, Indonesia. A cross-sectional survey was conducted, and data were collected from 200 MSMEs using a structured questionnaire. Smart-PLS was used to analyze the data and test the research hypotheses. The findings indicate that capital, use of accounting information, financial reporting, and entrepreneurship have a significant positive influence on the financial capability and business performance of MSMEs in Bogor. Specifically, capital was found to be the most influential factor, followed by entrepreneurship, use of accounting information, and financial reporting. These results suggest that MSMEs should prioritize obtaining sufficient capital, ensuring access to reliable accounting information and financial reporting, and developing entrepreneurial skills to improve their financial capability and business performance. The practical implications of this study suggest that MSMEs should focus on obtaining sufficient capital to invest in their businesses, ensuring access to reliable accounting information and financial reporting to make wise financial decisions, and developing entrepreneurial skills to identify and capitalize on opportunities in the market. This study has several limitations, including the use of self-reported data and a cross-sectional design, which limits the generalizability of the findings. Future research could address the limitations of this study by conducting longitudinal research using objective measures of financial capability and business performance. Additionally, similar studies could be conducted in other geographical locations to test the generalizability of the findings. Overall, this study provides important insights into the factors that contribute to the success of MSMEs and has practical implications for MSMEs in Bogor, Indonesia.
Pengaruh Manajemen Modal Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Perusahaan
Authors: Mumtaz Ghina Yasmin
Published: March 2023

This study is aimed to analyze the effect of working capital management ratio such as average days of receivable, average days of inventory, average days of payable toward retail firms’ performance listed on IDX period 2018-2022 proxied with return on asset. Retail firms which have the characteristic of keeping high level of inventory, is related with the efficiency of working capital management in achieving the high profit. The sample selection was done by purposive sampling method and obtained 6 retail companies. The study used the quantitative approach such as descriptive statistical test, classical assumption test, panel data regression analysis using Eviews 12. The result obtained average days of receivable has positive and insignificant effect on firms’ performance, average days of inventory has positive and significant effect on firms’ performance, average days of payable has negative and significant effect on firms’ performance.
Process analysis and economic evaluation of acetaldehyde production from ethanol via non-oxidative dehydrogenation
Authors:   , Suthirojn Thanakarn
Published: March 2023

At present, there is an awareness of global warming. The use of combustion fuel in cars is another cause of carbon dioxide emission which can caused global warming. As a result, electric vehicles (EV) have a greater role in the world Including Thailand, resulting in lower fuel consumption. For this reason, the demand for ethanol may decreased. Due to the higher price and wide range of applications, it is interesting to find alternatives to convert ethanol into acetaldehyde in this work.

In this research, Aspen plus will be utilized for the process simulation and economic evaluation of two processes by comparing the process with low conversion of ethanol but high selectivity of acetaldehyde to the process with high conversion of ethanol but low selectivity of acetaldehyde. Economic analysis of acetaldehyde production start with 120,000 tons per year of production capacity; the highest capacity of the two processes. As an analysis results, it was found that the acetaldehyde production process at the highest production capacity is given the highest internal rate of return (IRR) and the lowest payback period (POP). The process with the lower conversion of ethanol is given the best result and suitable for use in designing process of acetaldehyde. Due to there is no compressor in the process, lower energy consumption and lower equipment cost.
Production of γ-valerolactone (GVL) from one-pot cascade transformation of furfural over PT/zeolite-based catalysts
Authors:   , Saengin Jukkapan
Published: March 2023

γ-valerolactone (GVL) is a green renewable resource, which can be used as fuel additives, organic solvent in food industries, pharmaceutical intermediates. The direct production of GVL from furfural in a one-pot transformation is highly desirable in order to minimize the use of solvents, the number of unit operations, and the production cost. The cascade reaction was carried out in a single reactor, using a secondary alcohol as the hydrogen donor with acid catalysts (so-called Meerwein–Ponndorf–Verley reaction). In this work, the transfer hydrogenation of furfural with 2-propanal as a hydrogen donor was investigated on various zeolites including of HY with Si/Al ratios 15, 100, and 500, H-ZSM-5, and H-Beta. Moreover, the effect of Pt metal as a promoter, effect of temperature, gas and pressure condition were also studied. The characteristics and catalyst properties were analyzed by XRD, N2-physisorption, NH3 -TPD, Pyridine-IR, SEM and ICP. The reaction was normally carried out in a batch reactor under nitrogen atmosphere at 120 °C and 5 h reaction time. The HY-15 zeolite presented the highest yield of GVL at 46.2%. Their superior catalytic performances were attributed to the large pore size, high Bronsted to Lewis ratio, and high total acidity. Over HY zeolites, furfuryl ether could be converted to isopropyl levulinate rather than angelica lactone, which was found on H-ZSM-5 via a non-preferred reaction pathway.
The UN SDGs as Compass for Sustainable Water and Heritage Management
Authors: Pellegrom Sandra
Published: March 2023

Working toward sustainable development requires careful balancing of the past, present and future. Water is a crucial element of the SDGs, because each intervention in the water system will have either a positive or negative impact on other parts of the system and on other goals. Water connects: literally and figuratively. Working toward sustainable water (and) heritage management is urgent and can greatly contribute to other important goals. In designing a solution for the future, it is necessary to consider not only technical, but also behavioral and cultural perspectives in a comprehensive approach. This article explains the urgency and importance of working through the lens of the SDGs as an encompassing framework.
CIÊNCIA VERSUS RELIGIÃO
Authors: Niiranen Miikka
Published: March 2023

Há dois anos, Areopagi culpou os livros didáticos de história do ensino médio pelos assuntos de nossa revista. Hoje, a fiscalização vai continuar, quando você pode colocar os livros didáticos de história do ensino fundamental sob a lupa. O resultado do teste aleatório foi surpreendente, pois as obras revelaram muitos mitos antigos sobre ciência e religião.
Evaluation and self-evaluation of patients with rheumatic diseases in occupational therapy
Authors: Savković Nada , Savković Gordana
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Rheumatic diseases are a large and heterogeneous group of diseases whose manifestations threaten independence in daily life activities, lead to a decrease or loss of ability to work and have different functional and life prognosis. The treatment is complex, rehabilitation interventions include targeted occupational therapy procedures preceded by a detailed evaluation. The aim of this paper is to present changes in the daily occupation of patients with rheumatic diseases using methods for evaluation and self-evaluation within the methodology of occupational therapy assessment in clinical conditions. Methods: The research was conducted in 2021 in Academy of Applied Studies in Belgrade teaching bases in Belgrade on a sample formed of 8 patients with various rheumatic diseases who were included in the treatment in occupational therapy during treatment and rehabilitation. The same objective and subjective assessment methods were used at the beginning and end of treatment and rehabilitation. Results: In all subjects included in the study, pain decreased, fatigue occurred later, and active mobility increased to varying degrees. All respondents have adopted and practiced certain elements of protective positions and movements, thus making progress in the occupation sectors related to self-care and / or professional activities. Conclusion: Although self-evaluation methods are one of the starting points in the selection and dosing of occupational therapy procedures in training for safer and better performance of daily occupational performance, the progress made by patients by the end of treatment and rehabilitation was more visible through objective assessment methods than with methods for evaluation and self-evaluation.
Trends in diagnostics and treatment of congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Authors: Milenković Jana , Milenković Tatjana , Sedlecki Katarina , Ilić Predrag , Kojović Vladimir , Martić Jelena , Mitrović Katarina , Todorović Slađana , Marjanović Marko , Tončev Jovana , Panić-Zarić Sanja , Pešić Danilo , Vuković Rade
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a group of autosomal recessive diseases caused by a deficiency of enzymes responsible for the steroidogenesis. There are three forms of CAH due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency: the classic form with salt loss, the classic virilizing and the non-classic form. The aim of the paper was to analyze the changes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with CAH during previous 15 years. Material and methods: This retrospective cohort study includes patients who were diagnosed with CAH due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency in the period from 2007 to 2021 in endocrinology department of the Institute for Mother and Child Health Care Institute of Serbia "Dr Vukan Cupic". Respondents were divided into two groups - a group whose diagnosis was made in the period between 2007 and 2014 and another group of those whose diagnosis was made in the period between 2015 and 2021. Statistical analysis using Hi-square and Mann Whitney U test was conducted using the software IBM SPSS ver. 22, and p values <0.05 were considered significant. Results: Out of the total of 55 patients included in the study, 46 patients (83.6%) had 46, XX karyotype. The diagnosis was made in all patients on the basis of biochemical analyzes. In the second group the diagnosis was confirmed by genetic analysis in statistically significantly higher number of children (p <0.05). 49 patients (89.1%) received hydrocortisone and 16 patients received fludrocortisone. In patients from the second group a statistically significantly higher frequency of fludrocortisone therapy was noticed in patients with classic CAH. Conclusion: Having in mind the constant advancement in the field, frequent improvements in clinical care of children with CAH are needed.
Doppler assessment of splanchnic arterial flow in patients with liver cirrhosis: Correlation with nitric oxide
Authors: Glišić Tijana , Popović Dušan , Stojković-Lalošević Milica , Martinov Jelena , Stojanović Marija , Jurišić Vladimir
Published: March 2023

Introduction/aim: Nitric oxide (NO) is a key mediator which, paradoxically, regulates sinusoidal (intrahepatic) and systemic/splanchnic circulation. The main goal of this study was to measure NO and compare serum values of NO with flow data in visceral blood vessels of the liver, spleen, kidney and intestine in patients with cirrhosis. Material and methods: This prospective study included 80 patients with cirrhosis of the liver. Doppler ultrasonography was used to assess flow velocity and resistive index (RI) in the hepatic (HA), right (RRA), and left renal (LRA), splenic (SA) and superior mesenteric artery (SMA). NO concentration was determined using the DetectX® Nitric Oxide colorimetric detection kit. Results: We found a statistically significant difference in the mean NO value in the group of patients without ascites compared to the ascites group, as well as in the group of patients with A stage in relation to C stage of cirrhosis (p <0.05). There is statistically significant negative correlation between NO and diameter, and maximal and minimal velocity in LRA. There is significant positive correlation between NO and minimal velocity in SMA. Conclusions: In this study, we found that patients with cirrhosis of the liver were exposed to significantly higher RI LRA, RRA, SA and HA. In patients with cirrhosis complicated by ascites and in those with end stage liver disease, the NO level was significantly higher. The concentration of NO had an effect on the diameter and flow rate in the LRA and flow rate in SMA.
"Back to the future": The rise of chemsex in Serbia and transformation of gay intimacy
Authors: Milosavljević Zoran
Published: March 2023

The article presents novel research into the development of chemsex practices - a syndemic behaviour of sexualized drug use through online hook-up and the use of sex apps among gay men in Belgrade, Serbia. In the analysis, a new periodization is proposed comprising three distinctive periods of chemsex: the period of chemsex as a "novelty" (2013-2016), marked by online activities in selling drugs on gay dating sites and recruiting participants for the parties online; the period of "consolidation" of chemsex scene marked by regular consumption and commodification of chemsex drugs among gay men (2017-2018); and the period of "developed chemsex" culture in Serbia (2019-onward) with the rising numbers of chemsex participants, and increased demand for chemsex support services. The analysis also argues how such periodization is not clear-cut, and how each period overlaps with other periods. This article draws on three research projects - the first is a research into gay virtual intimacy in Serbia (2014-2018), during which data were generated and collected using the virtual ethnography methodology of gay dating apps; the second, a research project "Confessions of a drug dealer" which comprises three follow-up interviews undertaken between 2016-2018 with a drug dealer in Belgrade, and the third one - an in-depth interview, conducted in 2020, with a chemsex activist who previously took part in chemsex parties, and now provides peer-support to chemsex participants/users. This article provides an insight into the shifting risk of HIV and STDs transmission among Serbian gay men in chemsex contexts.
Dystopian excursus of dramatic expressionism
Authors: Vuco Jurica
Published: March 2023

Even though the dystopian genre, when it comes to literature, is mostly related to prose, it occasionally also appears in drama. We have witnessed such an example within the dramatic work of Croatian, that is, then Yugoslav, literary expressionism. In the early 1920s, Josip Kulundžić wrote two, from today's perspective diachronically, interesting, ideologically-thematically-motivically heterogeneous and stylistically and compositionally divergent, but ingenious dramatic texts; pyrandelistic conceptual play Kako će sa Zemlje nestati zlato and the unpublished, a kind of deconstructivist play Dr. Elektar. In those plays, both at the expressive and content level, in the manner of original, naked expressionism with hints of futurism and strongly influenced by pyrandelist dramatic poetics, the author will present a dystopian-science fiction concept of the (dramatic) world that will symbolically refer to socio-historical and the cultural-ideological context of the time. Strong dystopian signals of the mentioned plays will mark them as one of the first dramatic, but also literary texts in general in Croatian and then Yugoslav literature, but also as texts that even today, in the diachronic cross-section of literary historiography, with their symbolic context, can illuminate some social, cultural and literary-dramatic phenomena of that, as well as of this time.
Consideration of respondents' attitudes towards the concept of ethics in the audit profession
Authors: Jakovljević Nemanja , Jeremić Miloš , Jeremić Nebojša
Published: March 2023

The primary objective of the auditor engaged in the audit of financial statements is to provide a professional and independent opinion on whether the financial statements have been prepared by international accounting standards and relevant legislation. In this way, auditors provide credibility to financial statements. Unreliable financial statements can harm all stakeholders. To this end, professional associations have developed a set of ethical rules that protect the audit profession and ensure that auditors perform their work with high ethical awareness. The subject of the paper is research on whether professional practitioners in the Republic of Serbia who deal with auditing are familiar with ethical standards and whether they apply them in their work, especially in situations where there is a threat to their independence. We also investigated whether there is a difference in knowledge and application of ethical standards between professional practitioners in auditing in the private and public sectors of the Republic of Serbia, as well as whether ethical standards for both sectors are adequately defined. The main conclusion is that audit practitioners in the public sector in the Republic of Serbia have less developed awareness of compliance with ethical rules compared to professional practitioners in the private sector, with the perceived need for additional training for audit practitioners in both sectors.
Psychological characteristics of gym exercisers
Authors: Numanović Almedina , Mladenović Željko
Published: March 2023

The goal of the study was a determination of the difference between established psychological features of the males who exercise in gyms and those who do not. The research was conducted during 2016, and the sample consisted of exercisers (109 respondents), as well as non-exercisers (96 respondents). Respondents who exercise show more pronounced extraversion, neuroticism, aggression, openness, positive valence, negative valence, conscientiousness, self-confidence, dysmorphia in relation to the non-exercisers. Exercise can become a physical and mental problem if someone exercises extremely. This study explained the personality of the exercisers with special emphasis on the difference between exercisers and non-exercisers in some psychological characteristics.
A historical overview of the understanding of art and the path to abstract painting
Authors: Vučković Nemanja , Nikodijević Milena
Published: March 2023

This paper deals with the analysis of the historical work from the beginning of the ancient era, when painting was considered a craft, until today, where the artist has complete freedom of expression. It is about the time when painting was declared as a spiritual skill and through which stages painting and society itself went through. Many challenges were imposed on artists in order to survive in the coming periods, until they fully freed themselves and started making pure art from the depths of their souls. Pictures that are full of emotions and feelings can only create a pure spirit. Artists resisted the way they were accepted in society, with new rebellious ideas of the time. Starting with modernism and the emergence of abstract painting, and later abstract expressionism. The very position of the most influential artists of those periods in which they lived is analyzed in this paper. Through various applications of their most famous works, how their art contributed to the development of painting and how they inspired other artists to continue to always search for something new.
A new solution for solving a multi-objective integer programming problem with probabilistic multi-objective optimization
Authors: Dženg Maošeng , Ju Đai
Published: March 2023

Introduction/purpose: In this paper, a new solution for solving a multiobjective integer programming problem with probabilistic multi - objective optimization is formulated. Furthermore, discretization by means of the good lattice point and sequential optimization are employed for a successive simplifying treatment and deep optimization. Methods: In probabilistic multi - objective optimization, a new concept of preferable probability has been introduced to describe the preference degree of each performance utility of a candidate; each performance utility of a candidate contributes a partial preferable probability and the product of all partial preferable probabilities deduces the total preferable probability of a candidate; the total preferable probability thus transfers a multi-objective problem into a single-objective one. Discretization by means of the good lattice point is employed to conduct discrete sampling for a continuous objective function and sequential optimization is used to perform deep optimization. At first, the requirements of integers in the treatment could be given up so as to simply conduct above procedures. Finally, the optimal solutions of the input variables must be rounded to the nearest integers. Results: This new scheme is used to deal with two production problems, i.e., maximizing profit while minimizing pollution and determining a purchasing plan for spending as little money as possible while getting as large amount of raw materials as possible. Promising results are obtained for the above two problems from the viewpoint of the probability theory for simultaneous optimization of multiple objectives. Conclusion: This method properly considers simultaneous optimization of multiple objectives in multi-objective integer programming, which naturally reflects the essence of multi-objective programming, and opens a new way of solving multi-objective problems.
Numerical methods and their application in dynamics of structures
Authors: Vasiljević Rade
Published: March 2023

Introduction/purpose: The aim of this paper is to analyse the numerical methods for solving differential equations of dynamic equilibrium in technical problems. Methods: The paper gives an overview of the following numerical methods: the method of central difference, the method of linear acceleration, the Newmark method, and the Wilson th method. Results: Various problems in applying numerical methods in dynamics of structures have been solved. Conclusion: It has been shown that the application of numerical methods has a fundamental importance in dynamics of structures.
The correlates of statistics anxiety: Relationships with spatial anxiety, mathematics anxiety and gender
Authors: Gibeau Rose-Marie , Maloney Erin A. , Béland Sébastien , Lalande Daniel , Cantinotti Michael , Williot Alexandre , Chanquoy Lucile , Simon Jessica , Boislard-Pépin Marie-Aude , Cousineau Denis
Published: March 2023

This study investigates the correlates of statistics anxiety. Considering that statistics anxiety and spatial anxiety have been separately correlated with related constructs (e.g., mathematics anxiety, academic performance, etc.), the possibility that spatial anxiety plays a role in statistics anxiety is explored. When facing statistics or mathematics operations, people may imagine or visualize the task operations they must do to obtain the result. To examine this hypothesis, 778 students in a Social or Health Sciences program, enrolled in a –often mandatory– statistics course from Canadian, French and Belgian universities completed an online survey. The results show moderate to strong positive correlations between all three types of anxiety (spatial, mathematics, and statistics). In addition, a mediation analysis reveals the intermediate role played by mathematics anxiety in the relationship between spatial and statistics anxieties. Nonetheless, the direct link from spatial anxiety to statistics anxiety is non-negligible in the model. Finally, the results also indicate that women report higher levels of statistics anxiety, which may be partly explained by their higher level of spatial anxiety.
The Importance of Professional Communities and Collaborations
Authors: Faiman, PhD, MSN, APRN-BC, AOCN®, BMTCN, FAAN, FAPO Beth
Published: March 2023

The complexity of cancer care requires unique skill sets that must be cultivated. Collaborating with professionals specializing in different areas ensures comprehensive and patient-centered care. A multidisciplinary approach can lead to a better understanding of a patients’ needs, better outcomes, and more effective treatment plans. Every discipline has a unique perspective and expertise to contribute. Hopefully you will find trusted peers and form connections in your area to help you practice at the top of your scope and enhance patient care.
Characteristics of Distress and Support Group Participation in Caregivers of Older Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Patients: A Single Institution Retrospective Review
Authors: A. Elko, MPAS, PA-C Theresa , Brown, MS Samantha , Lobaugh, MS Stephanie , Devlin, PhD Sean , A. Jakubowski, MD, PhD Ann , Perales, MD Miguel-Angel , A. Maloy, MS Molly , J. Applebaum, PhD Allison , A. Giralt, MD Sergio , Levy, MS, PA-C Lauren , Schneider, LMSW Anne , J. Lin, MD, PhD Richard
Published: March 2023

Older patients with hematologic malignancies are increasingly considered for allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplant (allo-HCT). However, older patients often have increased comorbidities and thus may require an increased level of post-transplant care. These factors can contribute to increased caregiver distress, which has been associated with worsened health outcomes for caregivers and patients. To examine predictors of caregiver distress and support group participation in caregivers of older allo-HCT patients, we retrospectively reviewed charts of 208 patients aged 60 and older who underwent their first allo-HCT at our institution from 2014 through 2016. We systematically characterized and identified the incidence of caregiver distress and attendance in a caregiver support group from the start of conditioning through 1 year post allo-HCT. Evidence of caregiver distress and support group participation was recorded by reviewing clinical and/or social work documentation. We found that 20 caregivers (10%) endorsed stress and 44 caregivers (21%) attended our support group at least once. A patient’s prior history of psychiatric diagnosis (p = .046) or the use of potentially inappropriate medications for older adults (p = .046) was found to be associated with caregiver stress. Caregivers who were spouses or partners of patients (p = .048) or caregivers of married patients were more likely to attend the support group (p = .007). While limited by retrospective design and likely underreporting, this study reveals factors associated with caregiver distress in the older allo-HCT caregiver population. This information can help providers identify caregivers at risk for distress and improve caregiver resources, which may improve both caregiver and patient outcomes.
Inquiry and Research Skills for Language Teachers by Kenan Dikilitaş and Ali Bostancioğlu
Authors: García López Raúl Enrique
Published: March 2023

Published in 2019, Inquiry and Research Skills for Language Teachers is written to assist teacher educators in the design of research methodology courses in English teacher education programs. Conceived in the authors’ conviction that most research courses do not succeed in empowering teachers’ professional practices, the book resorts to Exploratory Practice to configure an approach that appeals to the interrogation of pre-service teachers’ attitudes and beliefs toward research to increase engagement and foster inquiry skills. In the book, Kenan Dikilitaş and Ali Bostancioğlu lay out a step-by-step guide for teacher educators to design research courses that are more connected to the realities of future teachers, in the hopes of achieving a long-lasting effect on teachers’ professional identities. The book addresses an audience that is familiar with the challenges teachers face when trying to bridge the gap between theory and practice and implement evidence-based teaching.
AN EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH ON UPCYCLING OF WASTE PLASTIC BAGS IN WEAVING DESIGN
Authors: Şanlı Sürmelioğlu Lale , Halaçeli Metlioğlu Havva
Published: March 2023

Today, humanity is faced with plastic bag wastes caused by industrial applications and unconscious use that have become widespread over the last century. These bags, which have become a global problem, negatively affect the environment and human health with the chemicals in their structure. In addition, since plastic bags do not have to be upcycled and are considered as garbage, they are mostly not upcycled. However, today's environmental conditions necessitate upcycling for sustainable life. In this context, it is aimed to use the waste plastic bags directly through woven design, and to use the resulting textural product as a textile surface and dividing element in interiors. In this respect, after the literature review, experimental surface research was carried out with plastic bags on the traditional vertical weaving loom in the weaving process and the ones with high texture effects were selected and woven in large sizes. The concept of texture, which is one of the basic elements of design, is directly related to weaving. Even if the eyes are closed, objects can be distinguished by touch and therefore affect the person sensually and emotionally. In this regard, in order for the plastic bag texture to be in the foreground, the number of warp was drawn infrequently and plastic bags cut into strips were used in the weft insertion. The plastic bag is enriched in textural terms by combining materials such as paper and copper wire from time to time to ensure aesthetic integrity. While it is thought that this experimental study for the upcycling of plastic bags can reduce the pollution caused by the bags to a certain extent, it is hoped that new ideas about upcycling will cause an environmental awareness in the society
CERRAHİ ALANDA KULLANILAN BİR BİYOMALZEME: FITIK MESHİ
Authors: Aras Cansu , Ömeroğlu Sunay , Işık Özgen , Özalp R. Gözde , Karaca Esra , Osman Bilgen
Published: March 2023

Son yıllarda, cerrahi alandaki gelişmeler implante edilebilir biyomedikal malzemelerin gelişimini desteklemiştir. Biyomalzemeler, hasara uğramış doku/organın işlevini yeniden sağlamak, böylece hastanın yaşam kalitesini artırmak amacıyla kullanılmaktadır. İmplante edilebilir biyomalzemelerin gelişme gösterdiği alanlardan biri de, fıtık oluşumunun neden olduğu karın duvarı kusurlarının onarımıdır. Fıtık onarımı, dünya çapında en yaygın cerrahi prosedürler arasındadır ve zorlu bir klinik sorun olmaya devam etmektedir. Her yıl yaklaşık yirmi milyon hasta, fıtık gelişimine bağlı olarak ameliyat olmaktadır. Karın duvarında oluşan hasarın, mesh adı verilen bir tıbbi tekstil materyalinin implante edilmesi ile onarılması, en yaygın cerrahi yaklaşımlardan biridir. Fıtık cerrahisinde mesh implantasyonu sonrasında enfeksiyon, seroma oluşumu ve adezyon gibi istenmeyen yan etkiler oluşabilmektedir. Bununla birlikte, ülkemizde mesh üretimi yapılmamakta ve kullanılan meshler yurtdışından yüksek bedeller ile ithal edilmektedir. Bu çalışmada; karın duvarında oluşan ve fıtığa sebep olan büyük hasarların tedavisinde, mesh materyallerinin kullanımının önemi ortaya konulmuş ve mesh tasarımında etkili parametreler tartışılarak yeni nesil meshlere yönelik araştırmalara yer verilmiştir.
Hydrogeological characterization of the Complex Terminal aquifer using geoelectrical investigation in the arid environment of Chetma-Biskra (South-East of Algeria)
Authors: Kessasra Fares , Mezerreg Nour El Houda , Dehibi Djamel Eddine , Djaret Lamine , Bouhchicha Asma , Mesbah Mohamed
Published: March 2023

As a transition hydrogeological area, Biskra (Algeria) holds large groundwater resources in deeply buried aquifers such as the Complex Terminal. Due to a growing demand of drinking water supply and irrigation combined to low recharge, this arid region is facing an acute shortage of water and hence, the need for groundwater investigation. We used an integrated approach including geophysical investigation correlated to the geological and hydrogeological context in the Chetma area. The results highlight a deep structural form with significant hydrogeological features. In fact, two resistant limestone anticlines called Droh corresponding to a piezometric dome and a syncline filled with conductive deposit materials were identified. The Maastrichtian formation, consisting of fractured limestone, about 200 to 350 m thick, together with Lower Eocene marl limestone and limestone form a complex aquifer. At more than 400 m depth, boreholes capturing Maastrichtian limestone offer a high yield ranging from 25 to 90 L/s. Moreover, groundwater yield provides an average of 40 L/s at 300 m of depth. In contrast, synform geometries with high clay and marl content offer a weak groundwater yield. We confirmed the occurence of fractured aquifers which could constitute potentially groundwater production zones. This study provides new insights to enhance groundwater pumping for domestic and irrigation purposes for 2030.
Hydrochemical and isotopic characterization of a complex aquifer system
Authors: Toumi Faycal , Hani Samir , Bougherira Nabil , Hani Azzedine , Chaffai Hicham , Djabri Larbi
Published: March 2023

A methodology was developed and applied to the Tindouf basin (south-western Algeria) to understand the hydrogeology of a complex aquifer system with a limited number of data, to identify the favorable areas for the design and building of new wells, and to know whether there is still current recharge of these aquifers. The principal components analysis (PCA), diagram of deuterium versus oxygen-18, and equilibrium diagrams Mg/Na and Ca/Na were the techniques used to combine different datasets in order to identify chemical and isotopic groups, which were in turn used to define the groundwater flow paths. In addition, on the basis of thermodynamic equilibrium, it is possible to define the chemical evolution of the Tindouf basin aquifer. The results of this study are consistent with the generally accepted hydrogeological conceptual model. The combination of the different methods made possible to define and and to characterise the main groundwater flow paths from their sources to the discharge zones. These flow paths are defined by water categories, which are represented by salinity and groundwater origin. This approach can be used to analyze aquifers characterized by a lack of data and can also be useful for studying other complex groundwater basins.
Water well drilling: tips and key points to consider in water well design
Authors: Fileccia Alessio
Published: March 2023

Thousands of water wells are drilled every day to abstract groundwater for a range of purposes. These wells are frequently sited and designed without adequate knowledge of the local hydrogeology and the targeted aquifer. Unfortunately, uninformed well siting and design is a common practice not only in Europe but also in many developing countries. The practice can not only jeopardize basic well function but also lead to a number of widely cited consequences to the environment, such as, undesired aquifer water mixing, hazardous soil subsidence, and the drying up of surface water bodies or springs. This brief paper highlights the key groundwater investigation procedures for more informed well siting and design to help mitigate against undesired environmental consequences. The subject has been discussed in recent literature, however this paper contributes practical insight based on the author’s real-world experience that may be valuable to the practitioner. The paper describes important procedures which should always be part of any water well project, regardless how much water is to be extracted. The paper addresses three issues critical to siting and designing wells: 1) the need for preliminary investigations and potential environmental impacts 2) the key experts that should be involved in these investigations; and 3) the core tasks of the hydrogeologist. Explanatory figures and references are given.
[Dissemination of hydrogeology and applied geology: a service to citizens for greater awareness and participation]
Authors: Gafa' Rossella Maria , La Vigna Francesco , Martarelli Lucio , Monti Gennaro Maria , Silvi Angelantonio , Sanna Cristina , Mariotti Silvia
Published: March 2023

[Article in Italian]
Optimization Strategy of Information Transmission Service in University Library Based on Information Fusion Technology
Authors: Li Hairong
Published: March 2023

In recent years, the entry into the digital environment has made the requirements for information transmission services in university libraries more stringent. The widespread application of digital technology has changed the past collection methods of university libraries, leading to significant changes in the way information is transmitted and users read. At the same time, the essence of universities is knowledge production, and the way users read has fundamentally changed the traditional way of information dissemination. Colleges and universities in China are knowledge producing areas, and library information delivery services have various resource advantages. This article explores the optimization of information delivery services strategically.
Neurociência e educação: propostas e contribuições para a aprendizagem contemporânea
Authors: Vantroba Edevana Leonor , Rodrigues Michele Aparecida Cerqueira , Lopes Gabriel César Dias , de Sousa Nilton Elias , Da Silveira Francis Moreira , Barbosa Fernando Campos , Oh Henry Saavedra
Published: March 2023

Com o avanço da neurociência, nos últimos anos, faz-se importante refletir sobre as aplicações em sala de aula e contrapor as interpretações rasas de estudos científicos. Sendo assim, este estudo procura acentuar a interface existente entre neurociência e educação, visando aprimorar o processo de ensino-aprendizagem, sob visões e panoramas interdisciplinares, e, sobretudo, evitar a proliferação dos chamados neuromitos arraigados na educação. O objetivo é promover subsídios para professores e profissionais da área da educação na apropriação de conhecimentos da neurociência a fim de incorporá-los na práxis de sala de aula. O problema norteou-se pelo questionamento de quais contribuições do campo neurocientífico incidem diretamente na prática pedagógica e na aprendizagem. A metodologia deu-se pela revisão de literatura com pesquisa qualitativa de cunho bibliográfico. Dos 88 artigos encontrados por meio das palavras-chave, “neurociência”, “educação” e “sala de aula”, apenas 6 atenderam aos requisitos baseados no objetivo previamente descrito. No que tange subsidiar pesquisas futuras, considerando-se os desafios educacionais atuais, os resultados evidenciam que a interrelação neurociência/educação pode refletir no contexto da sala de aula, contribuir na formação de professores e cientistas mutuamente, no conhecimento do cérebro, na evolução de estratégias e intervenções bem-sucedidas no cotidiano educativo e contextos neurocientíficos.