bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh Fasilitas Perpustakaan Cafe Comic terhadap Gerakan Literasi Sekolah di Perpustakaan SMA Negeri 1 Grabag Kabupaten Magelang
Authors: Kuntardi Dani Marcelo Septiano , Perdani Nur'aini
Published: May 2024

Gerakan literasi bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan literasi siswa di ruang kelas denganmenyediakan serangkaian kegiatan terstruktur dan terorganisir yang memungkinkan siswa mengakses, memahami, dan menerapkan keterampilan tersebut dengan sukses. Gerakan literasi terdiri dari tiga tahap berbeda: pembiasaan, pengembangan, dan pembelajaran. Untuk memastikan berjalannya inisiatif literasi sekolah secara efisien, diperlukan banyak elemen pendukung, termasuk sumber daya bacaan yang memadai di lingkungan sekolah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji pengaruh fasilitas perpustakaan pada café comic terhadap gerakan literasi sekolah di SMA N 1 Grabag Kabupaten Magelang. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif yaitu dengan menggunakan analisis regresi linier sederhana. Penelitian ini melibatkan total 255 siswa kelas X, XI, dan XII SMA Negeri 1 Grabag. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa inovasi café comic mempunyai pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap gerakan literasi sekolah, dibuktikan dengan nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,000, lebih rendah dari ambang batas sebesar 0,05. Selanjutnya nilai koefisien (R Square) sebesar 0,292 menandakan bahwa variabel x (inovasi komik kafe) mempunyai pengaruh sebesar 29,2% terhadap variabel y (gerakan literasi sekolah), dan sisanya sebesar 70,8% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain yang tidak dibahas dalam penelitian ini.
Street Performances and Poverty: A Literature Review
Authors: Purwanti Tari , Lawe Kahlila Denali
Published: May 2024

AbstractPoverty persists as an enduring global dilemma, and Indonesia epitomizes this challenge with a significant number of its populace ensnared in its grasp. The intricate relationship between poverty and busking further underscores the pervasive nature of socio-economic struggles. The term 'buskers' refers to those who choose the streets as their stage, a phenomenon observable across the archipelago, spanning from Sabang to Merauke. However, the evolution of this community has taken an interesting trajectory over time. Beyond conventional musical renditions and sidewalk performances, contemporary Indonesian buskers have diversified their expressions, branching into novel forms of artistic representation. Yet, this transformation does not necessarily mirror prosperity. In stark contrast to their international counterparts, the socio-economic predicament faced by Indonesian buskers remains unresolved. This article delves into an exploration of pertinent literature on busking, aiming to establish correlations between this artistic pursuit and the achievement levels of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1 and 8. Specifically focusing on the DKI Jakarta Province, the inquiry seeks to unravel the intricate dynamics at play and discern potential pathways towards addressing the socio-economic challenges intertwined with the practice of busking in Indonesia.Keywords: Poverty, Buskers, Indonesia, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Pencarian Cinta Sejati dalam Film Frozen Karya Walt Disney Picture dan Cerpen “The Snow Queen” Karya Hans Christian Andersen: Kajian Sastra Bandingan
Authors: Falah Fajrul , Budianto Khansa Fahira
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini berfokus pada penceritaan pencarian cinta sejati yang dialami oleh tokoh Anna dalam film Frozen (2013) dan tokoh Gerda dalam cerpen The Snow Queen serta menunjukkan bahwa cinta sejati tidak selamanya berdasar pada hubungan romantis. Cinta sejati juga mampu melelehkan hati seseorang yang telah beku. Penelitian ini dikaji berdasarkan teori sastra bandingan yang dikemukakan oleh Hosillos dan berfokus pada konsep cinta sejati yang dikemukakan oleh Protasi. Tujuan dan manfaat penelitian ini mengungkapkan pencarian cinta dan berkontribusi dalam bidang ilmu pengetahuan mengenai bidang studi terkait seperti sastra bandingan, film, dan cerpen serta untuk memberikan pemahaman lebih mengenai cinta sejati kepada penikmat film Frozen (2013) maupun cerpen The Snow Queen. Metode yang digunakan adalah dengan melakukan studi Pustaka, menonton film dan membaca cerpen, serta mencatat bagian-bagian penting pada kutipan dari film dan cerpen tersebut. Hasil yang didapatkan adalah kedua karya sastra tersebut memaparkan konsep cinta sejati dengan sebuah perjalanan dan pengorbanan besar yang membuat tokoh Anna dan Gerda mampu melelehkan hati seseorang yang telah membeku juga mencintai seseorang dengan segala kekurangan dan kelebihannya. Kata Kunci: Sastra bandingan, cinta sejati, Frozen, The Snow Queen
Meanings of ethnic Tetun salvation in the architecture and function of the traditional house of Nonot-Fore Na'in, Malaka Regency, NTT
Authors: Koli Yovendi Mali
Published: May 2024

Traditional houses play a central role in Tetun ethnic culture. They are not only unique but also serve as a key to understanding various systems of meaning in Tetun ethnicity, including cosmology, anthropology, economics, ethics, politics, and spirituality. The author employs the traditional house's significance to reveal the meaning of salvation in Tetun ethnicity. The research adopts a qualitative method. The author collected information through literature study and interviews. The study revealed similarities between the deep meaning of traditional houses and the concept of salvation in Tetun ethnicity. Specifically, three types of relationships were identified: (1) the relationship between humans, infrahuman beings, and nature, (2) the relationship between humans, and (3) the relationship between humans and the supreme world (spirits, ancestors, and the highest form). The relationships between the Tetun ethnicity, traditional houses, the meaning of salvation, ancestors, spirits, and the supreme being must always be harmonious and go hand in hand. One should not take precedence over the other.
Existence of positive weak solutions for stationary fractional Laplacian problem by using sub-super solutions
Authors: Guefaifia Rafik , Boulaaras Salah , Jan Rashid
Published: May 2024

In this work, we establish a theorem concerning the extension of positive weak solutions for a stationary fractional Laplacian problem featuring weight functions that change sign. Additionally, we introduce novel conditions to ensure the existence of a positive solution for the given problem. These conditions are derived utilizing the approach of sub-super solutions, thereby extending and complementing existing results in the literature.
Relationship between urinary sodium excretion and bone mineral density in pediatrics: population-based study from KNHANES V 2010–2011
Authors: Lee In Kyung , Kim Yoo Mi , Lim Han Hyuk
Published: May 2024

Objectives

Osteoporosis poses a growing public health challenge worldwide. While calcium and vitamin D may influence bone mineral density (BMD), the effect of sodium (Na) intake, particularly in pediatrics, remains unexplored. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between urinary Na excretion and BMD in a Korean pediatric population.

Methods

A total of 2,018 participants (1,084 males and 934 females) aged 10–18 years were included from the data obtained from Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey V (2010–2011).

Results

Daily Na intake was about 4,560 mg and 3,600 mg in boys and girls, respectively. The mean intake of Na per day was positively correlated with the increment of urine Na/Cr ratio quartile (p<0.001). The BMD z-score [lumbar spine (LS), femur neck (FN), and whole body except head (WB)] in the group with high Na/Cr ratio (4th quartile, 4Q) was significantly less than in those with low Na/Cr ratio (1st quartile, 1Q) (p<0.001). Moreover, the LS (p=0.028), FN (p=0.002) and WB (p=0.056) in the 4Q group showed 2.0 times, 2.8 times, and 1.9 times greater risk of low BMD z-scores than in the 1Q group, even after adjusting for other confounding factors, such as age, sex, BMI, vitamin D, moderate activity, and household incomes.

Conclusions

Our findings suggest a strong negative association between urine Na excretion and BMD among Korean children and adolescents. The results underscore the importance of public health interventions targeting Na intake. Further longitudinal studies are recommended to clarify the long-term effects of Na on bone health in younger populations.
The Potential of Telepresence in Libraries: Students’ Perspectives
Authors: Virkus Sirje , Alemu Getaneh , Paimre Marianne , Mandre Sigrid , Leoste Janika , Talisainen Aleksei , Marmor Kristel , Pöial Jaanus
Published: May 2024

The paper presents a study of library and information science students’ perceptions and experiences related to the use of telepresence robots (TPRs) in libraries, with a specific focus on students assuming the role of library consultants. The study explores the innovative application of TPRs, such as Double, Ohmni and Temi, within library settings. The findings of the research reveal a positive perception of TPRs, emphasising their potential for fostering innovation, increasing engagement, providing flexibility and overcoming geographical constraints. The study also identifies distinct advantages of TPRs, including remote accessibility, enhanced communication, flexibility, a personalised user experience and cost savings. However, concurrent challenges, such as limitations in nonverbal communication, pointing accuracy, connectivity issues, space requirements, costs, safety, security concerns and varying levels of user acceptance emerge as crucial areas for refinement. While the results may not be generalisable due to the limited sample size, the study underscores the transformative potential of TPRs in libraries and the necessity of addressing these challenges to optimise their application. Further research, technological advancements and user feedback can help refine and optimise the use of TPRs in libraries to provide innovative and accessible assistance.
Multi-objective optimization of machining variables for wire-EDM of LM6/fly ash composite materials using grey relational analysis
Authors: Rubi Charles Sarala , Prakash Jayavelu Udaya , Juliyana Sunder Jebarose , Čep Robert , Salunkhe Sachin , Gawade Sharad Ramdas , Abouel Nasr Emad S.
Published: May 2024

With the enhancement in science and technology, necessity of complex shapes in manufacturing industries have become essential for more versatile applications. This leads to the demand for lightweight and durable materials for applications in aerospace, defense, automotive, as well as sports and thermal management. Wire electric discharge machining (WEDM) is an extensively utilized process that is used for the exact and indented shaped components of all materials that are electrically conductive. This technique is suitable in practically all industrial sectors owing to its widespread application. The present investigation explores WEDM for LM6/fly ash composites to optimize different process variables for attaining performance measures in terms of maximum material removal rate (MRR) and minimum surface roughness (SR). Taguchi’s L27 OA design of experiments, grey relational analysis, and analysis of variance (ANOVA) were employed to optimize SR and MRR. It has been noted from ANOVA that reinforcement (R) percentage and pulse on time are the most influential aspects for Grey Relational Grade (GRG) with their contributions of 28.22 and 18.18%, respectively. It is found that the best process variables for achieving the highest MRR and lowest SR simultaneously during the machining of the composite are gap voltage of 30 V, pulse on time of 10 µs, pulse off time of 2 µs, wire feed of 8 m/min, and R of 9%. The predicted GRG is 0.84, and the experimental GRG value is 0.86. The validation experiments at the optimized setting show close agreement between predicted and experimental values. The morphological study by optical microscopy revealed a homogenous distribution of reinforcement in the matrix which enhances the composite’s hardness and decreases the density.
Structural Connectivity between Olfactory Tubercle and Ventrolateral Periaqueductal Gray Implicated in Human Feeding Behavior
Authors: Zhou Guangyu , Lane Gregory , Kahnt Thorsten , Zelano Christina
Published: May 2024

The olfactory tubercle (TUB), also called the tubular striatum, receives direct input from the olfactory bulb and, along with the nucleus accumbens, is one of the two principal components of the ventral striatum. As a key component of the reward system, the ventral striatum is involved in feeding behavior, but the vast majority of research on this structure has focused on the nucleus accumbens, leaving the TUB's role in feeding behavior understudied. Given the importance of olfaction in food seeking and consumption, olfactory input to the striatum should be an important contributor to motivated feeding behavior. Yet the TUB is vastly understudied in humans, with very little understanding of its structural organization and connectivity. In this study, we analyzed macrostructural variations between the TUB and the whole brain and explored the relationship between TUB structural pathways and feeding behavior, using body mass index (BMI) as a proxy in females and males. We identified a unique structural covariance between the TUB and the periaqueductal gray (PAG), which has recently been implicated in the suppression of feeding. We further show that the integrity of the white matter tract between the two regions is negatively correlated with BMI. Our findings highlight a potential role for the TUBPAG pathway in the regulation of feeding behavior in humans.
Dilemmas of recurrent ocular inflammatory disease on immunosuppression and corona virus disease vaccination
Authors: Sanjay Srinivasan , Devi Sathi , Kumar Sharath , Kawali Ankush , Mahendradas Padmamalini
Published: May 2024

The current study explores the occurrence of ophthalmic manifestations following coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) vaccination. The study discusses the case of a 72-year-old Indian male, who received oral methotrexate for ocular inflammation (recurrent post-operative uveitis with pseudoexfoliative glaucoma) and two doses of COVISHIELD™ vaccine and a booster in 2022. While he discontinued methotrexate for 2 weeks after the first dose, he continued the medication during the second and booster doses. Subsequently, he experienced mild ocular inflammation two weeks after the first dose, one day after the second dose, and one week after the booster dose. Topical steroids effectively controlled the inflammation, and an increased oral methotrexate dosage was used after the second dose. The study highlights the potential for autoimmune inflammatory syndrome following vaccination, although a definite causal link cannot be established. Nonetheless, the presence of side effects should not discourage individuals from receiving vaccinations.
Decay level classification of wooden components in Tingbao Yang’s former residence utilizing polarization and fluorescence effects
Authors: Ji Haidi , Yang Yan , Zhang Hui , Li Bin , Cheng Lianlong
Published: May 2024

Decay levels of wooden components in the Yang former residence were classified using polarized light and fluorescence methods. Analysis of the decay cause was conducted based on external conditions and wood species characteristics. The polarization and fluorescence effects revealed that there were varying degrees of decay in larch (Larix potaninii var. australis), spruce (Picea brachytyla), lace-bark pine (Pinus bungeana), Masson pine (Pinus massoniana), Chinese Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga sinensis), Chinese fir (Cunninghamia lanceolata), poplar (Populus tomentosa), and elm (Ulmus pumila). The primary factors contributing to decay included the inherent low natural durability of the wood species and adverse external conditions, such as damaged roofs, missing dripping water and tiles causing water leakage, uneven indoor and outdoor ground levels, contemporary tile paving indoors, and inadequate ventilation. This study aims to establish a scientific basis for subsequent conservation strategies.
Applications of piecewise deterministic processes in reliability
Authors: Kopustinskas Vytis , Pragarauskas Henrikas
Published: May 2024

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Quasi-random numbers in some statistical systems
Authors: Rudzkienė Vitalija
Published: May 2024

There are many ways to get random numbers. Some methods include making hardware devi­ces that generate noise, observing cosmic ray flux and etc. Pseudo-random numbers come from mathematical functions and algorithms that provides such numbers called pseudo-random gene­rators. The generators chosen is often that provided by the software developer. The most popular way for getting pseudo-random numbers is by statistical programming systems. In Lithuania these statistical systems are in use: Statistica, Statgraphics, SAS, SPSS. Statistical properties of random sequences, generated by these statistical systems, are investigated in this paper.
Le théorème de Thalès est s'application
Authors: Šinkûnas Juozas
Published: May 2024

Dans cet article on a démontré le théorème de Thalès à l'aide de la notion de l'aire du triangle et a donné des examples d'application du théorème de Thalès.
Kernel distribution density estimation based on cross-validation
Authors: Kavaliauskas Mindaugas
Published: May 2024

The kernel density estimation procedure is proposed. Parameter selection method based on cross-validation technique is analyzed. The results of investigation by simulation means are discus­sed.
On nonlinear Schrödinger problem with amplification process
Authors: Čiegis Raimondas , Kairytė Genė , Pakalnytė Violeta
Published: May 2024

In this paper we consider the nonlinear Schrödinger problem with amplification process. We de­fine a new unknown function and derive a nonlinear equation for this function. Theoretical analysis of a symmetrical finite difference scheme is given and the convergence is proved.
Resistencia al tizón tardío (Phytophthora infestans) en materiales promisorios de papa en Costa Rica
Authors: Barquero Miguel , Gómez Luis , Brenes Arturo
Published: May 2024

Se determinó la resistencia al tizón tardío presente en 83 genotipos de papa, provenientes de diferentes cruces y fusión de protoplastos de líneas de mejoramiento con las especies silvestres Solanum bulbocastanum, S. circaeifolium, S. okadae, S. laxissimum, S. berthaultii, S. pinnatisectum y S. commersonii. Los materiales fueron evaluados en el campo, y en el laboratorio se realizó pruebas de foliolos separados, utilizando como inóculo una raza compleja (1- 11) de P. infestans. Los genotipos provenientes de las hibridaciones somáticas o cruces con las especies silvestres S. bulbocastanum, S. circaeifolium y S. okadae fueron los que presentaron los valores más bajos del área bajo la curva de desarrollo de la enfermedad: 60, 80 y 79, respectivamente. Las variedades Alpha, Waych'a, Pimpernell y Granola, utilizadas como testigos, presentaron los valores más altos del área bajo la curva 477, 474, 466 y 427, respectivamente.
Efecto de la compactación de suelos sobre el rendimiento del maíz en tres localidades de Costa Rica
Authors: Forsythe Warren , Sancho Freddy , Villatoro Mario
Published: May 2024

Diagnosticar las condiciones intermedias de compactación en el suelo es importante para evitar condiciones extremas, las cuales a menudo son visibles en el campo. Esto se puede lograr con curvas de rendimiento de cultivos, en respuesta a grados diferentes de compactación, medidos con parámetros cuantitativos. Se seleccionaron parcelas de terreno de 20x80 m en Guachipelín, el Rodeo y Puriscal en Costa Rica, con un paisaje adecuado para estudiar el efecto de la erosión sobre la producción de maíz, en diferentes zonas de las parcelas, con niveles iniciales de fertilización diferentes. Las zonas contaron con una caracterización de propiedades físicas de los suelos utilizables para medir su compactación. Las regresiones del modelo Royleigh para el rendimiento de maíz vs. RP (resistencia a la penetración), DA (densidad aparente) y HV- 1,5MPa (humedad volumétrica a una succión de 1,5 MPa); y las funciones logarítmicas y cuadráticas para CH (conductividad hidráulica), han identificado valores intermedios con funciones diagnósticas potenciales para lugares individuales y sistemas compuestos de compactación. Las parcelas de referencia (rendimiento cero) junto con los datos experimentales contribuyeron con regresiones interpoladas confiables (r2 > 0,9 para 100% de fertilización). Los r2 para 100% de fertilización fueron mayores que aquellos sin fertilización porque la fertilización reducía el componente de variabilidad debido a la fertilidad. El uso del RR (rendimiento relativo) permitió unir datos de lugares diferentes y las regresiones compuestas resultantes facilitaron la comparación de los lugares. La relación entre los rendimientos con 100% de fertilización de Guachipelín: Rodeo: Puriscal fue 1:0,52:0,47, y se explica mediante la interacción entre el RP, el HV-1,5MPa, el DA, y el CH que dio 1:0,49:0,42, con 4 parámetros; y entre el RP, HV-1,5MPa y CH que dio 1:0,61:0,46, logrado con 3 parámetros.
Efecto del 1-metil-ciclopropeno (1-MCP) en la maduración de banano
Authors: Chang Yuen Kattia , Sáenz Marco Vinicio
Published: May 2024

Se evaluó la eficacia del 1-metil-ciclopropeno (1-MCP) en la maduración del banano (Musa sp) Cavendish, aplicado después del empaque en fruta para el mercado de EE.UU. y Europa. Se utilizó fruta de 3 diferentes compañías bananeras; la fruta fue expuesta a 0, 20 y 30 nl l-1 de 1-MCP, por 24 h. Posteriormente, fue sometida a simulación de transporte, según el mercado de destino (7 días EE.UU. y 15 días Europa). Finalizada la simulación se indujo el proceso de maduración con etileno. Las evaluaciones se realizaron cada 2 días, e incluyeron análisis de calidad externa (enfermedades poscosecha y desarrollo de color externo de la cáscara) y de calidad interna (°Brix, firmeza, porcentaje de acidez titulable y tasa de producción de CO2). Una aplicación de 30 nl l-1 de 1-MCP, generó una ganancia de más de 4 días de vida de anaquel por encima de la fruta control. La apariencia externa y la calidad interna de la fruta no se vio afectada de forma negativa por la exposición al 1-MCP, aunque se recomienda realizar pruebas sensoriales con consumidores en los mercados de destino.
Evaluación radiológica de alimentos y de agua de consumo humano en Costa Rica
Authors: Loría Luis Guillermo , Jiménez Ricardo , Badilla Mauricio
Published: May 2024

Usando la técnica de espectrometría gamma y protocolos estandarizados, a nivel latinoamericano, se midió la actividad específica en Bq kg-1 de productos alimentarios y agua, ambos productos fueron adquiridos directamente en los supermercados. Los descendientes de uranio y torio, así como isótopos antropogénicos, no fueron encontrados. K 40 es el único isótopo natural presente en los productos.
Comparación de los interpoladores IDW y Kriging en la variación espacial de pH, Ca, CICE y P del suelo
Authors: Villatoro Mario , Henríquez Carlos , Sancho Freddy
Published: May 2024

Con el objetivo de comparar los interpoladores Kriging y el IDW (Inverse Distance Weighting), por ser los más utilizados en los estudios de análisis de la variación espacial, en un área de 2 467 m2 se procedió a georeferenciar 61 puntos a una distancia de 3,5 m entre sí. Se tomó muestras de suelo a una profundidad de 0-15 cm en cada uno de los puntos. El programa GS+ para Windows se usó en los análisis de variogramas, interpolación y validación cruzada. Con valores de pH, Ca, CICE y P del suelo, se procedió a las interpolaciones. Con el Kriging se calculó los semivariogramas y también se determinó que el modelo esférico fue el de mejor ajuste. Como medidas de precisión se calculó el promedio absoluto del error (PAE) y el promedio del cuadrado del error (PCE); y, como medida de efectividad, el estimado de efectividad de predicción (E). Aunque ambos interpoladores tuvieron un desempeño similar, el Kriging fue superior al predecir de una mejor manera la variación de pH, Ca, y CICE, mientras que el IDW lo fue con el P.
Una visión interdisciplinar sobre la producción, la circulación, el almacenamiento y el consumo de vino en el Noroeste peninsular: el caso de Castro de Avelãs (Bragança-Portugal)
Authors: Carvalho Pedro-C. , Fernández-Fernández Adolfo , Pecci Alessandra , Mileto Simona
Published: May 2024

En este artículo se aborda la cuestión de la producción, comercialización y consumo de vino en el Noroeste peninsular, en particular en la región portuguesa de Trás-os-Montes, inscrita en el sur del conventus Asturum (antigua provincia de la Gallaecia). A pesar de la total ausencia de ánforas en el yacimiento romano de Castro de Avelãs (Bragança) y en su entorno inmediato, es posible que este producto, tan importante en época romana, se haya consumido y quizás hasta producido y distribuido en la zona usando contenedores diferentes. En par ticular se propone que un tipo de tinajas se hayan usado para el almacenamiento, transpor te y quizás hasta para la producción de vino.
Esta hipótesis se refuerza con los análisis realizados mediante cromatografia de gases/espectometría de masas sobre tres de estos recipientes cerámicos recuperados en el yacimiento, registrando marcadores compatibles con el vino. Ante estos datos, se ha abierto la discusión sobre el consumo y la producción de vino (y de otros productos) en este territorio del sureste de la Gallaecia.
Factors related to mental health problems in nursing students: a multicenter study
Authors:   Universidad de Santander, Bucaramanga, Colombia. Universidad Manuela Beltrán Bucaramanga, Colombia, Tiga-Loza Diana Carolina , Arboleda de Pérez Ligia Betty ,   Universidad de Santander, Bucaramanga, Colombia., Ramírez-Cruz María Ángela ,   SENA, Seccional Bucaramanga, Colombia., Cordero Rocío de Diego ,   Universidad de Sevilla, España.
Published: May 2024

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought consequences to the mental health of the undergraduate population of nursing programs. Objective: To identify the factors associated with mental health disturbances among university students in nursing programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and Methods: A multicenter, cross-sectional study was conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic among students enrolled in nursing programs at two Colombian universities and one Spanish university. An online sociodemographic, economic, and personal survey was administered along with the GHQ-12, the Family APGAR, the MOS Social Support Survey, and the IES-R for posttraumatic stress. The prevalence of mental health disturbances and their differences according to the characteristics of the students were estimated; prevalence ratios were also obtained. Results: Of the 302 students, a prevalence of clinically significant mental was found in 61.92%, family dysfunction in 61.58%, and low social support in 9.33%. In addition, 44.46% had posttraumatic stress symptoms, 52.65% had economic difficulties, 54.61% had academic difficulties, and 69.87% had personal difficulties. These mental disturbances were frequent in the presence of moderate family dysfunction (PR=1.77 CI95%=1.15;2.73), difficulty in paying for food (PR=1.35 CI95%=1.09;1.67), a breakup with a partner (PR=1.27 CI95%=1.02;1.59) and clinically relevant posttraumatic stress symptoms (PR=1.69 CI95%=1.28;2.24). Discussion: Psychological distress and its related factors found in nursing students agree with other findings in the literature. Conclusion: A significant proportion of nursing students were affected in their mental health during the pandemic, demonstrating the need for systematic, continuous, and comprehensive strategies by educational institutions.
Alterations in the Relationship between Cells and Their Context Is the Basis of a Pathological Condition
Authors: Ribatti Domenico
Published: May 2024

Pathological conditions can be considered as alterations in the relationships between the cells of different tissues and organs and the microenvironment that surrounds them, primarily the different constituents of the extracellular matrix. The epithelial-mesenchymal transition is an example of how alterations in the relationships between epithelial cells can induce an alteration of their phenotypic characteristics and induce their migratory and invasive capacity.
Death or Long-Term Absence as a Legal Fact Terminating the Employment Relationship
Authors: Filchakova Svetlana
Published: May 2024

The article notes that in practice of terminating an employment contract due to circumstances independent of the will of the parties, it is difficult to apply such a ground as the death of an employee or employer – an individual. In particular, it is stated that it is difficult to choose the reason for termination of an employment contract with an employee who has been absent for a long time and is not performing his or her work. In practice, the grounds for termination of the employment contract are often replaced, since the employer does not consider it necessary to clarify the reasons for the absence of the employee before dismissing him.
In addition, it is emphasized that due to the introduction of electronic employment record book, there is no clarity of actions with them in the event of the death of an employer – an individual. It is also emphasized that in the event of the death of a person who is a single executive body (director-general) and at the same time the only participant in a limited liability company, who formally carried out administrative and economic activities, including accounting and personnel work, his death results in the actual loss of any possibility for the limited liability company of any actions, and the organization becomes paralyzed.
In this case, the employee also has problems with the payment of his salary, issuance of the work record and other actions carried out by the employer, if the heirs do not intend to continue the company’s activities and are waiting to accept the inheritance.
It was concluded that it is advisable to amend the labor legislation in terms of specifying the actions of the employer in the event of a long absence of the employee.
To the Jubilee of the Honored Researcher of the Russian Federation, Professor A.V. Vardanyan
Authors: Foygel Elena
Published: May 2024

The article is devoted to the creative and scientific contribution of the Honored Researcher of the Russian Federation, Doctor of Law, Professor, Akop Varazdatovich Vardanyan to the development of criminalistic theory and the improvement of the law enforcement practice of crime counteraction. The author analyzes his key works and evaluates his research findings in the sphere of the general theory of criminalistics and special criminalistic methodologies of investigating specific types and groups of crime — those in the sphere of housing construction and land legal relations, economic and foreign trade activities, insurance, shadow trade in pharmaceuticals, extremism and terrorism, illegal migration. His personal contribution to the development of criminalistic didactics, creation of the school of research, establishment and work of the dissertation council are also stressed.
Criminalistic Characteristics of Organized Forms of Fraud
Authors: Polstovalov Oleg
Published: May 2024

The article presents the criminalistic characteristics of organized forms of fraud. The author’s own definition of organized forms of fraud is presented, the elements of criminalistic characteristics are described, the structure of organized groups is given, and the personal characteristics of a participant in such a group are defined. The novelty of the article’s topic consists in viewing the problem through the prism of the author’s analysis of his own law enforcement experience and research publications. It is an attempt to present not just a standard criminalistics description of such crimes, but also to define different relevant organized forms of fraud from the standpoint of the elements of committing them. The goal of the publication is to single out the specifics of the criminalistic characteristics of organized forms of fraud. The author uses the normative legal regulation analysis, the formal legal and the comparative legal method. The theory and law enforcement practice allowed the author to identify key elements of the criminalistic characteristics of the crimes under consideration, to single out ten methods of the organized forms of fraud, to identify five typical groups of persons who commit such crimes, and to describe the diversity structure of organized groups.
Microfinance in the Russian Federation: Changes in Industry Indicators in the Context of Global Challenges
Authors: Rubtsova Natalia
Published: May 2024

The purpose of the study was to predict the state of microfinance organizations in the Russian Federation, verify the trends that determine their development in the context of global geopolitical challenges. The research was carried out using logical and empirical methods.
The article analyzes changes in the main indicators of the functioning of microfinance organizations (MFOs) in the Russian Federation over a ten-year period (2014–2023). Based on an analysis of changes in key indicators characterizing domestic microfinance organizations (the number of microfinance organizations, the volume of microloans issued and their structure in the context of online and offline formats, the main segments of microfinance), the author comes to the conclusion that microfinance activities in the Russian Federation are highly resistant to negative impacts environmental factors.
The scientific novelty of the article lies in the verification of the main trends in the development of domestic microfinance, which include tightening regulation of microfinance organizations by the Central Bank of Russia, further consolidation, industry concentration, development of non-core activities, BNPL services, dominance of online microcredit, deterioration in the quality of debt servicing, reducing the investment attractiveness of the industry. In conclusion, the author identified the forecast values of the main performance indicators of MFOs for the period 2024–2027, and possible restrictions on the future development of this.
World Experience in Use of Indices to Assess the Urban Environment
Authors: Meshcheryakova Nadezhda
Published: May 2024

In the last decade, the issues of comfortable living in an urban environment have become relevant. Whereupon, public spaces are constantly improved, and human habitation in it is improving. Quality assessing of the created conditions for comfortable living remains a difficult task due to the constantly changing human needs. Many countries including Russia solve this task, offering their own assessment methods.
The article presents an analysis of international experience in the application of urban environment assessment indices and various ratings based on the obtained indices. The assessing methods of a comfortable urban environment are presented on the example of European countries and Russia. Since the use of indices for assessment the urban environment in Russia began much later than in other countries, the article presents an analysis of regulations and the essence of the methodology currently used.
As a result, the purpose of the study is to analyze and evaluate the international and Russian experience in the use of indices for assessment of comfortable living conditions for people in an urban environment, the possibility of using this experience in Russian practice.
Psychological-Pedagogical Interaction and Its Social Importance in the Formation of Teacher’s Empathy Towards the Student
Authors: Natura Denis , Petrov Vladimir , Pilyugina Tatyana
Published: May 2024

Modern education in Russia, in practical pedagogical activity, becomes a relatively legal complex of ensuring national interests in the conditions of modern Russian statehood, determining the significant needs of not only the individual, but society. It is very characteristic that in this interpretation the need to obtain professional knowledge becomes a significant element not only in substantive activities, but also in the process of social contacts in society.
In this context, the relationship between direct and collective communication is relevant, which allows, from the point of view of psychological processes, to organize interpersonal relationships at all levels of interaction. The purpose of our research is to develop the scientific foundations for studying the process of “teacher-student” interaction, when considering pedagogical perception in modern science, classifying it as the interaction of the general and the particular. Such communication between a student and a teacher on the basis of competent and correct perception becomes significant in the process of perception as a condition for success in the formation of a specialist, which in itself is relevant for improving the modern educational process. The research methodology is based on a theoretical analysis of the basic scientific principles related to the psychology of communication when studying the level of communication skills, emotionality and thinking of an individual. The information and empirical base was a psychological and pedagogical analysis of social interaction in the formation of the teacher’s empathy towards the student. The object of the study is mutual relations in the process of communication in modern education. The scientific novelty lies in the formation of the author's conceptual approach to the model of a quality educational process through interpersonal communication between the teacher and the student, taking into account the psychology of the individual.
Distribution of Human Activity and Professional Burnout
Authors: Mungalov Vladimir , Bukhtoyarova Arina
Published: May 2024

This article presents the results of a study of the relationship between areas of human activity and indicators of professional burnout. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the consideration of human activity as a task of distributing strength and attention throughout the day. The advantages of analysis within the direction of human activity are shown in comparison with analysis by spheres of life, reflected in the “wheel of life balance” by P. Mayer. The field for choosing a person’s activity is set in the following areas: work, family, friends, self-occupation, hobbies, social, sleep, rest, household chores. On this basis, a questionnaire of 11 questions was developed that revealed the specifics of a person’s activity throughout the day (week). To assess the severity of professional burnout, K. Maslach’s method was used. Using correlation analysis, based on data from 45 respondents, the relationships between areas of human activity and scales describing professional burnout were determined. Of the areas of activity considered, the study identified three types associated with professional burnout: activities that contribute to professional burnout, activities that level professional burnout, and activities of an ambivalent nature. The identified relationships illustrate the ambiguity of the results of a person’s expenditure of energy and can help in resolving issues with planning time and effort during the working day to maintain high working efficiency.
Reproduction of the Labor Potential of the Regional Agro-Industrial Complex
Authors: Kaurova Olga , Dondokova Elena , Slepneva Ludmila
Published: May 2024

In the conditions of an increasing shortage of personnel in the agro-industrial complex, the problems of reproduction of labor potential are actualized. In theory and practice, the issues of determining the labor potential and its development, taking into account new realities, remain unresolved. The purpose of the study is to develop methodological aspects of labor potential reproduction, taking into account regional specificity. The research is based on the application of methods of theoretical analysis of scientific provisions of labor potential. The basis was the works of the classics of economics, the works of the participants of the discussion of the beginning of the XXI century on the problems of research. The essence and significance of the development of the labor potential of the regional agro-industrial complex are revealed. It is indicated that in the economic literature there are many categories related to the labor characteristics of a person: labor force, labor resources, human resources, human potential, human potential, human capital, labor potential. A comparative description of the content of each category, including the history of their origin and development in economics, is given. The necessity of applying a broader concept characterizing a person's labor capabilities in quantitative and qualitative terms – labor potential is shown. The author's definition of the labor potential of the regional agro-industrial complex is given, taking into account regional peculiarities. As a result, the introduction of a competence-based approach to the development of labor potential is proposed, which will allow taking into account all the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience of the employee, including those specific to rural areas.
Factors influencing dental practitioners’ decision to perform interceptive orthodontic treatment in public and private practice settings in the Tswane metropole, South Africa
Authors: Hudson APG , Yeo L , Harris AMP , Mohamed N
Published: May 2024

IntroductionGeneral dentists are often reluctant to perform interceptive orthodontic treatment (IOT) in their practices. As IOT canbe of great benefit to some patients, the study aimed to explore the factors that influence the implementation of such treatment. MethodologyA sample of 24 general dental practitioners was selected. One-on-one interviews, guided by two questionnaires, were conducted with each of the participants at either their place of work or in a public location. They answered structured questions regarding the treatment plans for five paper patient scenarios to test their knowledge on interceptive orthodontics (IO). The knowledge scores were assessed according to whether the participants were in private or public practice and on a socioeconomic scale according to where they practiced. A second questionnaire focused on the patient confidence levels with respect to performing IOT as well as other practical issues that have a bearing on IOT
Inclusão social pelo trabalho: percepções da primeira experiência de emprego em jovens de baixa renda
Authors: Borges Patrícia Souza Bahia , Lima Antônio Almerico Biondi , Aguiar Carolina Villa Nova
Published: May 2024

OBJETIVO: Este estudo teve como objetivo propor um modelo cognitivo/explicativo que represente as mudanças que podem ser incorporadas à vida de jovens de baixa renda, a partir de sua primeira experiência de emprego formal. MÉTODO: A amostra do estudo foi composta por 25 jovens beneficiários do Programa Primeiro Emprego/BA, que participaram de grupos focais on-line. Para a análise, as falas foram inicialmente categorizadas por meio da análise de conteúdo temática e, em seguida, visando uma sistematização e o estabelecimento de uma relação entre as categorias adotadas, foi utilizada a técnica do mapeamento cognitivo. RESULTADOS: A partir da análise das falas dos jovens, foram identificados 29 núcleos de sentidos, distribuídos em torno da tríade indivíduo- trabalho-sociedade. Entre as mudanças pessoais percebidas, destacam-se a valorização e o crescimento pessoal, assim como questões financeiras. Nas mudanças laborais, o aumento da empregabilidade como resultado da maior qualificação profissional e das novas habilidades técnicas adquiridas foi amplamente citado. Por fim, no que diz respeito às mudanças sociais, a percepção de alteração do status social ficou evidente. A maioria das mudanças observadas foram positivas e indicaram um aumento na qualidade de vida dos jovens de baixa renda. CONCLUSÃO: Conclui-se, portanto, que para uma modificação dos padrões de reprodução da força de trabalho juvenil, baseados na precarização e na subalternidade, é necessária uma transformação da realidade laboral dos seus atores.
İnsan-makine arayüz uygulamaları için sentetik biyosinyal üretiminde yeni yaklaşım: FPAA tabanlı emülatör
Authors: Onursoy Volkan , Kılıç Recai
Published: May 2024

Biyosinyaller insan vücudu tarafından üretilen elektriksel sinyallerdir. Bu sinyallerden ECG sinyali kalp kasları tarafından, EEG sinyali beyin tarafından, EMG sinyali ise vücuttaki çizgili kaslar tarafından üretilmektedir. Bu biyosinyaller ve test sinyalleri tıbbi cihazların kalibrasyon işlemlerinde ve İMA (insan-makine arayüzü) uygulamalarında kullanılmaktadır. Bu çalışma ile hem tıbbi cihazların kalibrasyon işleminde kullanılan test sinyallerini üreten hem de İMA uygulamalarındaki süreçlerde kullanılmak üzere sentetik ECG, EEG ve EMG sinyallerini üreten çok kanallı biyosinyal emülatörü geliştirilmiştir. Geliştirilen biyosinyal emülatörü ile biyosinyal üretimleri ve test sinyali üretimleri için gerekli olan farklı devre topolojileri anahtarlamalı kapasitör teknolojisine sahip FPAA ile ortadan kaldırılarak yeni bir yaklaşım önerilmiştir. Böylece tek bir hibrid devre topolojosi ve azaltılmış eleman sayısı sağlanarak biyosinyallerinin yanısıra test sinyalleri de fiziksel olarak Volt ve mV mertebesinde üretilmiştir. Bu sinyaller emülatör üzerinde sağlanan toplamda 14 adet çıkış ile gözlemlenmiştir. Ayrıca geliştirilen LabVIEW tabanlı biyosinyal simülatörü ile ayarlanabilir sinyal karakteristikleri sayesinde biyosinyalleri üretme ve kaydetme esnekliği getirilerek veritabanlarının getirdiği sınırlılığın ortadan kaldırılması hedeflenmiştir. Bununla birlikte simülatör, üretilen biyosinyalleri seri haberleşme standartlarına uygun olarak dış dünyaya aktarabilme yeteneğine sahiptir. Simülatörün emülatör ile haberleşmesi sağlanarak simülatörün veri aktarabilme yeteneği doğrulanmıştır.
Memristör taklit devresi kullanılarak yeni bir işlemsel yükselteç modeli ve faz kaydırmalı osilatör devresine uygulanması
Authors: Parlar İshak , Almalı Mehmet Nuri
Published: May 2024

Bu çalışmada, geleneksel işlemsel yükselteç (741 ailesi) devre elemanının iç yapısı doğrusal TiO2 sürüklenme hızlı memristör (DTSHM) emulatör modeli ile yeniden tasarlanarak yeni bir op-amp modeli oluşturulmuştur. Önerilen bu op-amp modelinin optimize edilmiş çalışma koşulları ve durumları yeniden belirlendi. RC osilatörlerinden biri olan faz kaydırmalı osilatör (FKO) devresinde yükseltici eleman olarak memristor tabanlı op-amp modeli kullanılmıştır. Önerilen yeni FKO ile salınım başlama zamanı, yerleşme zamanı, hızlı fourier dönüşümü (FFT) analizi ve bunların çıkış parametreleri üzerindeki etkileri hem deneysel hem de simüle edilmiştir. Bu çalışmada önerilen yeni osilatör modeli, sadece orta frekans bölgesinde değil, aynı zamanda düşük ve yüksek frekans bölgelerinde de detaylı olarak değerlendirilmektedir. Ayrıca bu devrelerin verimliliği uygulama devreleri ile entegre edilmiş ve önerilen op-amp modelinin doğruluğu ve uygulanabilirliği teorik olarak kapsamlı bir şekilde çalışılmış ve deneysel ve simülasyon sonuçları ile desteklenmiştir. Son olarak önerilen op-amp modeli ile gerçekleştirilen osilatör devrelerinin hem simülasyonu hem de deneysel sonuçları tablolar halinde detaylı olarak sunulmuştur.