bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
FACULTY INITIATIVE AND LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE IN A U.S. UNIVERSITY IN INTERNATIONALIZING THEIR CURRICULUM TO FOSTER STUDENT GLOCAL COMPETENCE
Authors:   Ohio University, USA, Abon Joseph Kolawole , Jean-Francois Emmanuel ,   Ohio University, USA
Published: November 2022

This study contributes by informing on the strategies that faculty uses to internationalize and integrate their curriculum to foster student glocal competence. Phenomenological processes such as epoche, phenomenological reduction, imaginative variation, and synthesis were developed to recognize, appreciate, and derive meaning from the perceptions faculty hold while internationalizing their curriculum. We expound on classroom activities and diverse curriculum contents that are utilized to internationalize in classroom settings. Purposive sampling and snowballing were used, and the sample size is based on the largeness of the sample while the selection of participants included a purposeful selection of 16 faculty members. Also, the “open coding” technique was used to identify instances of interviewees’ perceptions of faculty internationalizing their curriculum at the glocal level. The study adopts a phenomenological qualitative single case study that used individual interviews using open-ended questionnaires and document analysis for data collection. The sample focused on tenured track and instructional faculty only in internationalizing their curriculum. Findings revealed that most of the faculty mentioned the importance of involving students in the internationalization of the curriculum. Participants also state that student involvement cannot be taken away because student background, and previous and current experience from their different locals around the globe, will enrich internationalization.
A DESCRIPTION OF SMALL-SCALE FARMERS’ INDIGENOUS HOUSEHOLD LIVELIHOOD STRATEGIES IN DIKGALE COMMUNITY IN LIMPOPO PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA
Authors:   University of Limpopo, South Africa, Rankoana Sejabaledi A.
Published: November 2022

The current research examines the degree to which indigenous crop and livestock production are still practiced and relied upon as sources of household income in a rural community in South Africa's Limpopo Province. The study is motivated by observations that indigenous knowledge contributes to rural economies by ensuring household food security and generating income. A total of 61 small-scale farmers, purposely sampled were interviewed through semi-structured interviews. The study findings show that indigenous subsistence crops and livestock production continue to be the primary sources of food and income in the studied community. In subsistence crop production, maize and groundnuts are the most often produced crops in the home-gardens. The fresh fruits are consumed with surplus maize exchanged for maize meal at the local milling company. Like maize, groundnuts are consumed fresh while surplus is sold in the local market. Additionally, the farmers raise cattle as a source of revenue, with the stock being sold for cash to supplement family income. Fewer farmers keep livestock, particularly cattle as a result of scarcity of stock feed and water to raise and maintain the stock. This mode of subsistence has withstood the influence of Western knowledge systems and the adverse effects of climate change.
INVESTIGATION OF THE INFLUENCE OF SLIDING SPEED ON THERMOELASTIC PROBLEM IN THE FRICTIONAL CLUTCH SYSTEM WHEN APPLYING A CONSTANT HEAT GENERATION
Authors: Al Saffar Iman Q. , Sultan Hakim S. , Jweeg Muhsin Jaber , Abed Azher M. , Abdullah Oday Ibraheem , Schlattmann Josef , Sabri Laith A. , Alfilh Raed H. C.
Published: November 2022

There are many demands that are considered essential to obtain a successful design of frictional clutches. The main function of such a mechanical part is to transfer torque between driving and driven shafts. The time of engagement process for the clutch system should be as short as possible to reach the desired speed with the minimum losses of power. Owing to the high level of contact stresses that are generated between the sliding components of the frictional clutch, high thermal fields will be produced during the engagement period. The thermoelastic problem during the sliding time of the frictional system (single disc) employing the finite element method (FEM) was investigated deeply. In the present research paper, the effect of variable sliding speeds on the thermoelastic performance during applying a constant initial heat generation was explored. The new numerical models have been developed based on finite element axisymmetric simulation for the engagement process of the dry frictional clutch components. It was found that the sliding speed is more significant than the applied pressure when applying a constant frictional heat generation.
Association between Triple-Negative Breast Cancer and Socioeconomic and Cultural Factors in Southeast Anatolia: A Single-Center Experience
Authors: ALKIŞ Hilal , KUZHAN Abdurahman
Published: November 2022

Objective: Triple-negative breast cancers (TNBCs) are associated with younger age, advanced stage at diagnosis, ethnicity, lower socioeconomic status (SES), and poor prognosis. The aim of the study was to investigate clinicopathologic features of TNBC patients living in Southeastern Anatolia, and the association between socioeconomic and cultural factors and TNBC. Material and Methods: A total of 875 women were included in the study. The effects of socioeconomic factors and cultural factors on clinicopathologic features of TNBC patients were evaluated. The SES of the patients was categorized as lower and higher according to educational and health insurance status, and household income. Patients’ age at diagnosis, living area (rural or urban), SES, and ethnicity (Arabic, Armenian, Kurdish, and Turkish) were recorded. Results: Median age was 47 (20-85) and 10% (n=87) of the patients were diagnosed TNBC. TNBC rates were higher in patients ≤40 years. Younger age, lower SES, and Arabic and Kurdish ethnicities were associated with higher rates of TNBC. Conclusion: Although the majority of the breast cancer patients in our region were premenopausal, the rate of TNBC among them was found to be lower than the general rate of western countries. Socioeconomic and cultural factors may affect tumor biology and prognosis of the disease in patients with TNBC. In our study, younger age, lower SES, and ethnicity were found to be associated with higher rates of TNBC and worse prognosis.
Demonstration of the Effectiveness of Epidermal Growth Factor in Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Authors: BAYKAN Halit , KARA Mehmet
Published: November 2022

Purpose: Diabetes affects more than 170 million people over the age of 20 worldwide. Diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) are one of the most common complications of diabetes. It negatively influence the patients' quality of life. Multidisciplinary treatment is required in the treatment of DFUs. In our study, we aimed to investigate the effectiveness of intralesional epidermal growth factor (EGF) in diabetic neuropathy foot ulcers.

Materials and Methods: The study was conducted with 29 patients who applied to our clinic due to diabetic foot wounds between January 2014 and December 2020, who had no wound infection and osteomyelitis, who underwent EGF in accordance with the study criteria. In our study, EGF of 75µg/day 3 times a week was applied intralesionally to diabetic ulcers for 4-8 weeks.

Results: A total of 29 patients were included in the study. 21 of the patients were male and 8 of them were female. The mean age was 59,82. One patient had signs of osteomyelitis. Additional disease was detected in 93,1% of the patients. The mean ulcer width of the patients was found to be 3,44 cm2.

Conclusion: Three important results were obtained from the study. First; epidermal growth factor has been quite effective in the treatment of patients with DFU. The second important finding was to ensure the safe epithelialization of the standing ulcers without impairing the quality of life of the patients. Thirdly, after debridement, treatment with EGF was found to provide a significant improvement in wounds.
The Effect of Artemisinin on Oxidative Stress Markers in Mouse Heart and Lung Tissues in an Experimental Model of Epileptic Seizure.
Authors: KOÇAK Yılmaz , HUYUT Zübeyir , TÜRKAN Fikret , ALLAHVERDİYEV Oruc , BULDUK Bahattin , OZDEK Ugur
Published: November 2022

Aim: The current study investigated the effects of artemisinin on the heart and lung tissue against pentylenetetrazol-induced seizures in mice. For this purpose, malondialdehyde (MDA), advanced oxidation protein products (AOPP), Catalase (CAT), glutathione (GSH), and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) levels were evaluated in both tissue homogenates.Material and Method: Swiss albino male mice (n=42) were used in the experiment. Animals were divided into six groups; Control (C), pentylenetetrazol (PTZ), valproate 100 mg/kg (VPA), artemisinin 30 mg/kg (ARS)+PTZ, ARS 60 mg/kg+PTZ, ARS 120 mg/kg+PTZ. On the 26th day of the experiment, the mice were sacrificed and the samples were kept at -80 0C for biochemical analysis.Results: There were significant differences in the five biochemical parameters analyzed in heart and lung tissues. Heart and lung MDA levels of the PTZ group were found to be significantly higher than the C and ARS-60 groups (p<0.05). Heart and lung MDA levels of the PTZ group were found to be significantly higher than the C and ARS-60 groups. Likewise, heart AOPP levels decreased significantly in the VPA and ARS-60 groups compared to the PTZ group (p<0.05). There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of lung AOPP levels (p>0.05). Heart CAT and GSH levels were decreased in the PTZ group compared to the other groups. However, in terms of Lung CAT levels, the PTZ group had the highest value compared to the other groups, while it had the lowest value in terms of GSH level. The GSH-Px level did not differ significantly between the groups in heart tissue (p>0.05). The lung GSH-Px level was significantly increased in the ARS-30 group when compared to the PTZ group (p<0.05).Conclusion: Consequently ARS treatment can inhibit PTZ-induced oxidative stress in peripheral tissues. In addition, ARS may provide improvements in decreased antioxidant enzymes. ARS may contribute to the antioxidant defense system.
Relationships between the Determinants of Logistics Safety Climate and Logistics Safety Behavior
Authors:   The Korea International Trade Research Institute, Kim Young-Min , Hong Eui , Jeon Ho-Jin
Published: November 2022

Purpose - The purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of management value, direct supervisor, communication, education and training, and safety regulation, which are determinants of the logistics safety climate, on logistics safety behaviors such as safety compliance and safety participation, and to present implications for improving logistics safety.
Design/Methodology/Approach - A research model was established based on previous studies on safety climate and safety behavior, and research hypotheses were presented. In addition, a survey was conducted for employees of logistics companies. Using SPSS 24.0, factor analysis, reliability analysis, correlation analysis, and regression analysis were performed to analyze the relationship between the logistics safety climate and logistics safety behavior.
Findings - As a result of the analysis, the determinants of the logistics safety climate, such as management value, direct supervisor, communication, education and training, and safety regulation, all had a significant effect on logistics safety compliance. Direct supervisor, communication, and safety regulation had a meaningful effect on logistics safety participation, but management value and education and training did not have a significant effect.
Research Implications - In order to improve logistics safety performance, the CEO's interest and support for logistics safety, safety practices of direct supervisor, active company-wide communication, continuous education and training, and the institutionalization of logistics safety regulations are necessary.
Investigating the Impact of Inventory Leanness on Firm Performance in Korean Steel Companies
Authors:   The Korea International Trade Research Institute, Kim Gilwhan
Published: November 2022

Purpose - Over the past two decades, many Korean steel companies have actively introduced lean practices into operations for competitive improvement. Taking this point into account, this study investigates the relationship between lean practices and firm performance in Korean Steel Companies.
Design/Methodology/Approach - We employ the empirical leanness indcator (ELI) suggested by Eroglu and Hofer (2011) to measure the firm’s inventory leanness; this reflects how effectively a firm applies the lean practices, and we use the return on sale (ROS) and return on asset (ROA) as the firm performance variables. In order to analyze the impact of inventory leanness on firm performance, we investigate the relationship between the ELI and both ROS and ROA with regression. We conduct the analysis using 55 Korean steel companies for the period 2009-2019.
Findings - First, ELI has a positive effect on ROS and ROA. Second, there is a positive relationship between firm size and firm performance. Third, the moderating effects of firm size on the relationship ELI and ROS (ROA) are insignificant.
Research Implications - The main result of this study implies that the efforts of Korean steel companies to apply lean operations were fruitful in terms of firm performance. In addition, we propose that managers in the steel industry need to actively introduce lean approach for operational improvement.
A Comparative Study on the Measurement of Gender Pay Gap Analysis: Oaxaca-Blinder vs Pay Ratio Method
Authors:   The Korea International Trade Research Institute, Kim Jung-Jin , Kim Sang-Joon
Published: November 2022

Purpose - This study purposes to investigate the methodology of measurement in a comparative way by pitting the traditional approach against the recently new approach: Oaxaca-Blinder medium variance and pay-ratio method. Given that Korea’s gender pay gap has been debated on diversity, equality, and inclusion, this study attempts to explore an alternative measurement method towards remedying the situation in Korea. Examining the methodology for analyzing the pay gap is crucial. Previous studies (Heath et al., 2013) have struggled to define the gender pay gap and to explain the phenomenon’s effect in the workplace. This difficulty is experienced because the scope of influence on pay differences is broad and pay-related exceptions always appear in companies.
Design/Methodology/Approach - This study, using the data of listed companies of the Financial Supervisory Service and HCCP (Human Capital Enterprise Panel) data supported by Korea Research Institute for Vocational Education and Training, analyzes the gender wage gap in Korea in two different measurements. We employ the Human Capital Corporate Panel data (HCCP) for Oaxaca-Blinder method and collect 31,694 employees’ information between 2007 and 2017 from the database. For the organization-level approach, we extract data from the Data Analysis, Retrieval and Transfer System (DART), which provides all the information of publicly-traded firms in Korea disclose. In the DART system, we obtain the pay amounts as well as the populations of 454 firms, randomly generated between 2019 and 2021. These data are matched to the TS2000 database to incorporate the sample firms’ financial information.
Findings - The results of this study are notable. First, in terms of the Oaxaca-Blinder, the gender wage gap, based on the average annual salary, stands at 36% over the past 10 years. In particular, the gap notably expanded from the manufacturing industry. Second, the women pay-ratio quintile method shows an average pay gap of 32.5%. The effects of data and measurement methods are important. This means the impact of human resource related variables on the gender pay gap is much bigger and consistent in Korean enterprises.
Research Implications - This study has the following theoretical and practical implications to resolve the pay gap. First, in the pay gap between male and female workers, it is necessary to look more closely at pay-related items and measurement method. Second, it is meaningful to strengthen the evaluation of performance through the disclosure of pay information. Third, in order to reduce the pay gap for women, it is necessary to avoid unfair discrimination in terms of personnel management not only during the employment stage but also after employment.
Prevalence of fish lice, Argulus (Crustacea: Branchiura) in freshwater and two ornamental fishes of Iran
Authors: Radkhah Ali Reza , Eagderi Soheil
Published: November 2022

Farming and trading of aquarium fish has been considered a popular pastime in the world. Most of Iran's aquarium fish are imported from Asian countries including Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. Fish lice (Argulus) is known as one of the most important and common ectoparasites in ornamental fish. Reports indicate that these parasites have been observed in ornamental fish imported to Iran (e.g goldfish Carassius auratus and koi carp Cyprinus carpio). Today, due to mismanagement of some ornamental fish breeding centres in Iran, aquarium fish species such as goldfish may have escaped into the natural waters which increase the risk of transmitting pathogens to native fish. The present work was performed to investigate the outbreak of an ectoparasite Argulus in two ornamental fish of Iran and also to evaluate the possibility of transmission of Argulus to inland freshwater fishes of Iran.
A systematic approach to the peat machines and equipment classification development
Authors: Zyuzin B. F. , Yakonovskaya T.  B. , Zhigulskaya A. I.
Published: November 2022

The «National Security Strategy of the Russian Federation until 2030» prioritises the use of resource-saving and waste-free technologies for natural resource extraction and processing, import substitution of mining equipment in the Russian mining sector, and the introduction of digital technologies at all stages of resource extraction and processing in the mining industry to improve their safety. The aim of the article is to study the gradual development of peat machinery classification and the relevance of its improvement through integrated mechanization devices to create waste-free extraction and processing of peat deposits using fullcycle mobile complexes with the development of environmentally friendly and resource-saving technologies for peat production. The methodological basis of the research includes post-event analysis, peat machine design theory, and systems analysis. As a research result, new system factors influencing the development of the classification of currently available machinery and equipment for peat production, as well as classification variants combining the processes of extraction and processing of peat deposit resources are provided, which allow modeling the structure of full-cycle mobile complexes for extraction and processing of peat deposit resources without waste. In terms of practical application, the classification of peat machinery enables the development of a rational decision-making data system for optimizing the structure of the technological machinery and equipment fleet of peat extraction enterprises, taking into account the deteriorating conditions of peat resources and development technologies, the economic conditions of the industry and the current trends of digitalization in the extractive industry.
Oral health and quality of life of the geriatric patient: contexts of autonomy
Authors:   Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Viseu, Portugal., Abrantes Gonçalo , Couto Patrícia ,   Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Viseu, Portugal.,   Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Health (CIIS), Viseu, Portugal., Veiga Nélio ,   Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Viseu, Portugal.,   Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Health (CIIS), Viseu, Portugal.
Published: November 2022

Background: The state of oral health plays an important role in the concept of frailty among the elderly, as they tend to suffer from poor oral health conditions. Objective: The aim of our systematic review is to study the impact of oral health on the quality of life of the geriatric patient in different contexts of autonomy. Material and Methods: A systematic literature review was carried out of which the selection of articles, with publication date between 2008 and 2020 was conducted through computer platforms. The studies were analyzed and evaluated respecting the previously established inclusion criteria. The review corpus consisted of 16 articles, which presented methodological quality. Results: Oral health has an impact on the quality of life of the elderly, both in the context of institutionalization and at a community level. Oral health has an effect on the quality of life of the elderly, namely in the dimensions of physical pain, physical disability, psychological discomfort, functional limitation, psychological and social disability. The higher the level of dependency the lower the oral health which has the greatest impact on quality of life. The presence of periodontitis, dental caries, edentulism, oral lesions and unsuitable dental prostheses result in a worse perception of quality of life. Conclusion: The evidence found in this study reveals that the state of oral health among the elderly influences their quality of life, regardless of the context of autonomy, indicating the need for oral health policies aimed at this specific population.
Vertical bone augmentation with guided bone regeneration. A scoping review
Authors:   Departamento de Odontología Conservadora, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Andrés Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile., Segovia-Chamorro Jaime ,   Cátedra de Periodoncia, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad de Valparaíso, Valparaíso, Chile., Faúndez-Moreno Natalia ,   Departamento de Odontología Conservadora, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Andrés Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile., Valenzuela-Lezana Matías ,   Departamento de Odontología Conservadora, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Andrés Bello, Viña del Mar, Chile., Oñate Hector ,   Escuela de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Viña del Mar, Viña del Mar, Chile.
Published: November 2022

Introduction: There are multiple techniques for vertical bone augmen-tation. Guided bone regeneration is one of them; however, the literature is diverse and includes different study designs, which makes it difficult to synthesize results. Objective: To analyze the general technical characteristics, clinical results, and complications of vertical bone augmentation performed with guided bone regeneration in humans. Material and Methods: This scoping review was based on the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. A search was performed in the Pubmed, Scielo, and Worldcat databases. Papers published from 1990 to April 2020 were included in the study. Research articles not conducted in humans or published in languages other than English and Spanish were excluded. Title and abstract were screened by two reviewers, then full studies were extracted, and data tabulated. Results: 89 studies were included. The highest percentage reported having obtained a vertical bone increase of less than 5 mm and having used non-resorbable membranes. The most frequent type of graft is autogenous and combinations of grafts, the most common being autogenous with xenograft. All studies that reported bone stability of implants in regenerated bone were favorable, as was implant survival, reporting values between 83.8% and 100%. Membrane exposure is the most frequently reported complication, followed by infection or abscesses, and tissue dehiscence. Conclusion: Vertical bone regeneration is a reliable technique, with high predictability and low incidence of complications compared to other vertical bone augmentation techniques.
The Development of the Future Learning Skills for Graduates in TVET by using Focus Group Discussion
Authors:   Faculty of Technical and Vocational, UPSI, Perak, 35900, Malaysia, Mat Nashir Irdayanti , Mustapha Ramlee ,   Faculty of Technical and Vocational, UPSI, Perak, 35900, Malaysia, Ismail Mohamad Amiruddin ,   Faculty of Technical and Vocational, UPSI, Perak, 35900, Malaysia, Idris Siti Hafsyah ,   Faculty of Law, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Mohd Imam Ma’arof Nurul Nazirah ,   Faculty of Technical and Vocational, UPSI, Perak, 35900, Malaysia, Ahamad Bakhtiar Rahayu ,   Institut Aminuddin Baki, Bandar Enstek, Nilai
Published: November 2022

This study focuses on the domain to evaluate graduates’ abilities in TVET system. The reason why this study conducted is to help graduates, university and other stakeholder to overcome the employability crisis among their graduates. Thirteen experts were participated in this Focus Group Discussion. The Focus Group Discussion is a technique used in identifying, discussing and brainstorming the criteria, domain and characteristics through experts’ opinion. The approach used in this study is discussion by Webex platform. After analyzing the data findings in Focus Group Discussion using SPSS software, researcher found that out of thirteen, twelve domains reached a good consensus and agreement. This study is believed to encourage current undergraduates to develop high level future learning skills, competencies and other related abilities regarding their employability and foster training in this area by educational institutions so that can benefit their students.
Measuring Stability Period of Post-Closure Sanitary Landfill in Malaysia using Double Exponential Smoothing
Authors:   Biodiversity Management Division, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (KeTSA), Abdul Gani Siti Khadijah , Mohd Nopiah Zulkifli ,   Department of Engineering Education, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, National University of Malaysia (UKM), Ahmad Basri Noor Ezlin ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, UKM, Wan Dahalan Wan Siti Adibah ,   Faculty of Law, UKM, Watanabe Kohei ,   Faculty of Liberal Arts, Teikyo University, Japan, Basri Hassan ,   Department of Engineering Education, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, National University of Malaysia (UKM)
Published: November 2022

The stability period for post-closure dump and landfill sites in Malaysia is of least concern among scholars and policy makers. The current policy to manage these sites are based on the conventional practices by the local authorities and agencies which do not take into account the sustainability or how environmentally friendly these practices are. The aims of this paper are to identify the most suitable forecasting method for time series data of CO2 emission, to conduct simulation exercise to indicate the stability period of sanitary landfill by using the CO2 emission, and to examine the current policy for the post-closure landfill sites and its current practice in the country. Datasets were obtained from literature and simulation was conducted for the Air Hitam Sanitary Landfill, Puchong, Selangor. The results indicate that the Double Exponential Smoothing is the most suitable forecasting method and another 120 years are required for the gas emission to reach stability, which is in September 2127. The current policy on post-closure dump and landfill sites in Malaysia are explored and other potential options are also discussed.
Aliran Mantap MHD dalam Nanobendalir Hibrid merentasi Plat Bergerak dengan Analisis Regresi
Authors:   Jabatan Pendidikan Kejuruteraan, Fakulti Kejuruteraan dan Alam Bina, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia, Asshaari Izamarlina , Jedi Alias ,   Jabatan Kejuruteraan Mekanikal dan Pembuatan, Fakulti Kejuruteraan dan Alam Bina, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia, Hamzah Firdaus ,   Jabatan Pendidikan Kejuruteraan, Fakulti Kejuruteraan dan Alam Bina, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
Published: November 2022

The steady two-dimensional flow and heat transfer past a moving plate in a hybrid nanofluid with magnetic fileds slip and thermal radiation effect were studied. The continuity, momentum and energy eqautions for this study are transformed into similarity equations via similarity transformations. Then, the similarity equations are solved numerically using bvp4c solver in Matlab software. The effects of several parameters on the skin friction coefficient and the local Nusselt number are presented and discussed. The results showed that dual solutions exist for a certain range for the nanoparticle volume fraction parameters. It also found that the heat transfer rate increased with the increasing magnetic field effect parameters. Regression analysis was also performed to estimate the value of the local Nusselt number.
Retos de los Equipos Directivos para la Gestión del Centro Educativo en Tiempos de Pandemia COVID-19
Authors: Marcos Sánchez Rafael , Recalde Esnoz Irantzu , Ferrández Vega Daniel
Published: November 2022

En marzo de 2020, los centros educativos tuvieron que irse a un formato online como consecuencia de la pandemia. Posteriormente, se regresó al aula con un formato híbrido hasta la presencialidad total. El presente trabajo analiza la percepción de los equipos directivos en referencia a la implementación de las competencias digitales durante la pandemia por el COVID-19. Para ello, se han realizado ocho entrevistas a equipos directivos de centros públicos, concertados y privados de la Comunidad de Madrid. Se obtuvieron tres escenarios muy marcados, una primera etapa de supervivencia y de incertidumbre para las escuelas sin un plan de desarrollo tecnológico; una segunda etapa de convivencia de lo presencial y lo digital con un refuerzo considerable de este último como resultado de la experiencia de la etapa anterior. Y, finalmente, una continuación de las competencias digitales en el formato presencial. Así mismo, muchos centros se encontraron con una brecha digital de las familias y una escasa formación del profesorado en competencias digitales. Esto se suplió con un trabajo coordinado por parte de los equipos directivos, una actitud positiva y la gran adaptabilidad a esta nueva situación para determinar planes adecuados y conseguir el aprendizaje de sus estudiantes.
Social Dance in Support Groups for Female Victims of Male Violence against Women
Authors: Iranzo-Domingo Montserrat , Cañabate Ortiz Dolors , Macaya Ruiz Albert
Published: November 2022

Lately, the artistic world and the social world are more strongly linked. This article presents social dance being used as an instrument, a bridge and/or tool for groups of vulnerable people exhibiting the social characteristics of risk and/or exclusion. In social dance groups, dance is oriented towards different purposes; among one of which is therapeutic. In this paper, a sample obtained between 2010 and 2021 from support groups for female victims of male violence against women using dance therapy (DMT) is analysed. From this investigation, we observe the participants’ evolution and the benefits gained through employing dance and movement as a support for reorganizing and restructuring situations, joining the trichotomy of thoughts, feelings, and acts so these women are empowered to make vital decisions that will positively affect their recovery. The results show that one of the keys for this recovery is the connection between movement and emotion.
Mediaregulation in the System of Information Law: a Legal Context of Creating Media Regulation Mechanisms
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Prystupenko Tetiana
Published: November 2022

Three components of the media regulation mechanism, namely state regulation, joint regulation and self-regulation are identified. The international and domestic normative legal framework for implementation of state regulation of means of mass communication is considered. The problem of the lack of clear structuring and the outdated nature of legislation in the sphere of regulation of means of mass communication is highlighted. The characteristics of changes in the Ukrainian legislation regarding the activities of mass media and journalists after the start of Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine are presented. The peculiarities of regulation of media activities by the draft Law “On Media” during the armed aggression are highlighted. The advantages and disadvantages of the draft law “On Media” in the edition of July 27, 2022 are summarized. The importance of legislative consolidation of the mechanism of online media regulation, including Telegram news channels, is substantiated. The key requirements for adaptation of the Ukrainian media legislation to the requirements of the EU legislation are highlighted. The peculiarities of legal support of the institute of joint regulation in the draft law “On Media” have been studied. The content of self-regulation as a tool of the media regulation mechanism is revealed, the characteristics of the components of self-regulation tool, in particular ethical codes of journalists, professional standards, recommendations for covering certain categories of events, rules of conduct during the armed conflicts are presented. The importance of legislative consolidation of self-regulation in the work of means of mass communication is substantiated.
Microscopic simulation of the chemomechanics of squamous cell tissue
Authors:   Academician Ye.A. Vagner Perm State Medical University of the Ministry of Healthcare of the Russian Federation, Bratsun A. D. , Bratsun D. A. ,   Perm National Research Polytechnic University, Krasnyakov I. V. ,   Perm National Research Polytechnic University
Published: November 2022

The development of computer technologies makes it possible to implement a mathematical model of tissue dynamics, which includes the behavior of individual cells. The paper describes a mathematical model of a quasi-two-dimensional tissue, which consists of cells represented by dynamically changing polygons. The model includes two important processes that mimic the properties of real cells, namely mitotic division and intercalation. An equation of motion based on the elastic potential energy is written for each vertex of the polygonal cell. In the course of evolution, the tissue tends to take a position corresponding to the minimum of potential energy. The model allows a simple extension to the case of the feedback between the biomechanical and chemical properties of the medium and the introduction of several competing tissue types. The results of numerical simulation of heterogeneous carcinoma of the solid type are given as an example. The prospects for the development of this approach to simulation are discussed.
Investigation of butadiene-elastomer-based high modulus materials reinforced by basalt, glass, and carbon fabrics
Authors:   Federal Research Center YaSC SB RAS, Kopyrin M. M. , Markov A. E. ,   Federal Research Center YaSC SB RAS, Dyakonov A. A. ,   Federal Research Center YaSC SB RAS, Tuisov А. G. ,   Federal Research Center YaSC SB RAS, Okhlopkova А. А. ,   North-Eastern Federal University, Kychkin A. K. ,   V. P. Larionov Institute of Physical-Technical Problems of the North, SB RAS, Lazareva N. N. ,   North-Eastern Federal University
Published: November 2022

A relevant task in improving the properties of elastomers is to increase their strength and stiffness, which affect the reliability and durability of rubber products. The paper presents a technology for manufacturing high-modulus materials based on SKD-V butadiene rubber and reinforcing layers of fabrics from basalt, glass, and carbon fibers. The results of studying elastic strength properties reveal a significant increase in the ultimate strength of reinforced samples in comparison with an unmodified elastomer. The increase in tensile strength varies from 1.7 to 2.8 times. The addition of reinforcing layers reduced the elongation value by 25 to 47 times compared to rubber without reinforcement. High tensile strength and low elongation increase shear resistance. The wear resistance testing of elastomers coated with reinforcing fabrics shows a decrease in abrasion resistance reduced by a factor of 5.8. Abrasion wear and interaction between the reinforcing filler and the polymer are studied by electron microscopy. The study of the microstructure shows a weak contact between the fiber and the elastomeric matrix. Lack of contact during the abrasion process causes destruction of the fibers on the abrasive surface and their further separation. Due to the combination of high tensile strength and low elongation, the reinforced materials obtain high modulus properties combined with lateral mobility.
Experimental facility for studying the physical properties of materials in a plane stress state
Authors:   Institute of Engineering Science, UB RAS, Mushnikov A. N. , Zadvorkin S. M. ,   Institute of Engineering Science, UB RAS, Perunov E. N. ,   Institute of Engineering Science, UB RAS, Vyskrebentsev S. V. ,   N. A. Semikhatov Scientific and Production Association of Automatics JSC, Izmailov R. F. ,   Ural Electromechanical Plant JSC, Vichuzhanin D. I. ,   Institute of Engineering Science, UB RAS, Soboleva N. N. ,   Institute of Engineering Science, UB RAS, Igumnov A. S. ,   N. N. Krasovsky Institute of Mathematics and Mechanics UB RAS
Published: November 2022

An original experimental facility for studying the physical properties of materials during elastic-plastic deformation along two axes has been created. The facility has no ferromagnetic parts in the working area, thus enabling us to make more accurate magnetic measurements. Biaxial deformation is simulated by the finite element method in order to optimize the geometry of the specimen and to determine the stress state in the central zone of the specimen. Test experiments on the effect of biaxial tension on the coercive force of the 12G2S are performed.
The effect of the multiplicity of frictional action on the micromechanical properties of NiCrBSi-coatings
Authors:   Institute of Engineering Science, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Soboleva N. N. , Davydova N. A. ,   Institute of Engineering Science, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Makarov A. V. ,   Institute of Engineering Science, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: November 2022

The paper investigates the effect of the number of passes (1 or 2) of an indenter made of fine cubic boron nitride during friction treatment of PG-SR2 and PG-10N-01 NiCrBSi-coatings on the micromechanical properties of their surface layers. The friction treatment of the coating surface under all the process conditions studied, in comparison with the initial polished state, increases the strength characteristics of the coating surface layer and the parameters indicating the resistance of the material surface to elastic-plastic deformation. The effect of the number of indenter passes during surface friction treatment on the strength characteristics is found to be more significant for the softer and more ductile PG-SR2 coating than for the PG-10N-01 coating. This is attributed to the higher strain hardenability of the former.
A Test of the Earthquake Gap Hypothesis in Mexico: The Case of the Guerrero Gap
Authors: Husker Allen , Werner Maximilian J. , Bayona José A. , Santoyo Miguel , Corona-Fernandez Raul Daniel
Published: November 2022

The seismic gap hypothesis has been widely cited in Mexico to predict the location of future earthquakes. However, no analysis of the outcome of any predictions of the hypothesis in Mexico has been done to date. This work analyzes the outcome of the prediction by Nishenko and Singh (1987a), which is based on probability distribution functions over time in defined segments that allow for a formal evaluation. Specific probabilities were given for 5, 10, and 20 yr after 1986, using the cumulative distribution function. The prediction relies on the precise repeat times of characteristic earthquakes to define the segments, but we show that the catalog the authors use relies on an imprecise definition of characteristic earthquakes. We discuss some of their decisions in building their catalog to explain how we analyze the outcome of the prediction. An unexpected result is that the very catalog the authors use to create the gap hypothesis prediction does not seem to support a narrow recurrence interval and instead seems to suggest large variability in earthquake recurrence intervals along the Mexican subduction zone. We generate null model earthquake catalogs using the average number of earthquakes that occur in the subduction zone and randomly distribute these along the segments according to their relative lengths. We find that the null model performs better than the seismic gap hypothesis prediction. No earthquakes occur in segments with a 70% or higher probability according to NS1987 (there were four such segments in the 20-year time frame), but an Mw 8.0 earthquake occurs in a segment with a less than 16% probability of an earthquake. We conclude that the gap hypothesis performed poorly at predicting earthquakes in Mexico and, in fact, its predictions were worse than predicting earthquakes by chance.
La carta de dote de Juana Millán. Un matrimonio beneficioso para el pintor Cristóbal García Salmerón (1603-1673)
Authors: Casal Valencia Sonia
Published: November 2022

Las cartas de dote constituyen una importante fuente de información para el estudio de las diferentes circunstancias económicas y sociales en las que vivían los artistas. Ejemplo de ello es la dote que Juana Millán y su familia ofrecen, con motivo de su enlace matrimonial, al pintor conquense Cristóbal García Salmerón en 1625 y en la que, además de importantes sumas de dinero, se incluían joyas, muebles, pinturas y hasta unas casas de morada en la misma ciudad manchega. Además, los datos contenidos en este documento han permitido conocer más datos acerca de la familia política del maestro y rellenar con ello el vacío existente en torno a sus primeros años.
Stoll, Amish and Old Order Mennonite Schools: A Concise History
Authors: Miller Lynn , Miller Gracia
Published: November 2022

No abstract available.
Janzen, Miller, & Yoder, Mennonites and Post-Colonial African Studies
Authors: Rempel Ruth
Published: November 2022

No abstract available.
A Demographic Profile of the Elkhart-LaGrange Old Order Amish Settlement
Authors: Meyers Thomas J.
Published: November 2022

In 1970, Johns Hopkins University produced the first Indiana Amish directory. Its goals were narrowly related to genetic research, and it opened a window into a nearly complete census of this settlement. It is rare in social science to have such a complete picture of any population. A decade later, the second directory was published. The Amish decided to put their own energy into producing this compendium of birth dates, family size, district maps, and detailed information on the ministerial history of the settlement.
      Using the data from eight directories, we can provide a nearly complete analysis of demographic change in the third largest Amish settlement in the world. In this study, we look at growth in settlement size, changes in family size, migration in and out of the settlement, defection and retention of Amish young people, the growth in nonfarm occupations over time, and the frequency of prominent family names.
Bear, From Plain to Plane: My Mennonite Childhood, a National Scandal, and an Unconventional Soar to Freedom
Authors: Burdge Jr. Edsel
Published: November 2022

No abstract available.
Weaver, The Things Which Become Sound Doctrine: The Life of Aaron M. Shank
Authors: Goertzen Peter
Published: November 2022

No abstract available.
Hubungan antara Faktor Internal dan Kinerja Keberlanjutan pada Perguruan Tinggi
Authors: Sudaryati Dwi , Raharja Surya
Published: November 2022

Latar Belakang: Perguruan tinggi memiliki peran penting dalam pengembangan masyarakat, dan keterlibatannya dalam pembangunan berkelanjutan. Oleh karena itu, informasi tentang langkah-langkah dan tindakan yang dilakukan terhadap pembangunan berkelanjutan perlu dikomunikasikan kepada seluruh pemangku kepentingan perguruan tinggi. Penelitian tentang faktor yang mempengaruhi pengungkapan keberlanjutan informasi dalam konteks bisnis telah banyak dilakukan. Namun, penelitian tentang faktor yang mempengaruhi pengungkapan informasi keberlanjutan di perguruan tinggi masih jarang dilakukan. Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji hubungan antara faktor internal dengan kinerja keberlanjutan di perguruan tinggi.Metode Penelitian: Populasi dan sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah universitas di Asia Tenggara peserta UI Green Metric (UIGM) 2020, yaitu sebanyak 146 perguruan tinggi dari 5 negara (Indonesia, Malaysia, Filipina, Thailand, dan Vietnam). Data penelitian diperoleh dari UIGM dan website masing-masing perguruan tinggi. Penelitian ini menggunakan regresi linier berganda sebagai prosedur statistik untuk menganalisis data.Hasil Penelitian: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa usia, ukuran, dan status perguruan tinggi berpengaruh terhadap kinerja keberlanjutan. Analisis menyimpulkan bahwa faktor internal yang terdiri dari usia, ukuran, dan status merupakan penentu kinerja keberlanjutan perguruan tinggi.Keaslian/Kebaruan Penelitian: Lingkup penelitian ini terbatas pada perguruan tinggi yang masuk dalam UIGM World Rank 2020, yang artinya kinerja keberlanjutan perguruan tinggi tersebut diwakili oleh skor yang diperolehnya. Penelitian ini memberikan analisis kinerja keberlanjutan di perguruan tinggi, yang berpotensi meningkatkan kredibilitas dan reputasi di masyarakat.
Relationship between red cell distribution and acute heart failure in patients of one of the tertiary care centres, Gujarat
Authors: Budhdev Shridhar J. , Dodiya Manoj R.
Published: November 2022

Background: Red cell distribution (RDW) is a marker of anisocytosis, inflammation and ageing. It used to differentiate anemias and is associated with chronic conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic kidney disease (CKD), malignancy, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) etc. Aim and objectives were to study/compare RDW in patients of heart failure (HF) and healthy individuals, to observe values of RDW in patients of acute HF and controls (as per exclusion criteria), to study relationship between RDW and HFREF/HFPEF and to study correlation of RDW and age of subjects.Methods: This is an observational cross-sectional comparative hospital-based study with 105 sample size conducted in tertiary care center for the duration of 1 year.Results: Of the total 105 patients, 35 were control (healthy individuals) and 70 patients of HF (from which 48 had HFREF and 22 had HFPEF). The gender distribution was 40.4% females and 59.6% males. There is positive correlation between RDW and age of the case (Pearson correlation 0.0138 and p=0.0002). In the HFREF subgroup 35 participants and in HFPEF 16 participants were >13.6 RDW distribution. There was no significant difference in RDW distribution among two subgroups of HF cases.Conclusions: RDW is a novel and cheap marker that can be used to diagnose Heart. Longitudinal serial assessment of RDW in cases of HF might provide the severity of the disease and can help predict adverse outcomes. In rural areas, with unavailability of 2D echocardiography/expensive investigations (NTProbnp), HF can reliably be diagnosed based on raised values of RDW coupled with clinical presentation.