bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Yazma Eserlerdeki Kuyûdât Işığında Geç Dönem (9-11. / 15-17.) Hanefî Fıkıh ve Usûl-i Fıkıh Eserlerinin Bilgi ve Kaynak Değeri
Authors: Ençakar Orhan
Published: December 2024

Klasik eserlerin yazmalarında yer alan ve temellük, vakıf, kıraat, rivayet, icazet, minhüvât, mütalaa, fevâid, mukabele, tashih, ferağ vb. isimlerle anılan metin dışı kayıtlar/kuyûdât eser ve müellifi hakkında başka hiçbir kaynakta bulunmayan değerli bilgiler içerebilmektedir. Geçmişte klasik eserler üzerine kısıtlı imkanlarla yapılan akademik çalışma, tercüme ve tahkikli neşir faaliyetlerinde kapsamlı bir nüsha taraması yapmak çok mümkün olmadığı için yazmalarda yer alan kuyûdâtı görüp bunları bir kaynak olarak kullanmak pek rastlanan bir durum değildi. Yazma eserlerin onlarca dijital nüshasını aynı anda inceleme imkanını bulduğumuz son on, on beş yıl zarfında yazmalardaki kuyûdât araştırmacılar için yeni bir çalışma alanı olarak karşımıza çıktı. Bu kayıtlardan elde edilen bilgiler sayesinde eserler ve müellifleri hakkındaki bazı boşluklar doldurulmaya, hatalar tashih edilmeye başlandı. Sağladı faydalar neticesinde günümüzde kuyûdât üzerine yapılan ve ilimler tarihine önemli katkılar sağlayan çalışmalar giderek artmakta olup kuyûdâtın kaynak değeri daha belirgin hale gelmektedir. Kuyûdât üzerine yapılmış çalışmalardan biri olan bu makalede geç dönem (9-11. / 15-17.) Hanefî fıkıh ve usûl-i fıkhına dair Osmanlı coğrafyasında telif edilmiş bazı önemli eserlerin ve onlara ait yazma nüshaların bilgi ve kaynak değerini öne çıkaran kayıt türleri üzerine yapılmış bir araştırmanın neticeleri sunulmuştur.
Yönetici Görüşlerine Göre İmam Hatip Lisesi Öğrencilerinin Meslekî Yönelimlerine Etki Eden Unsurlar
Authors: Cevherli Kübra , Altindağ Kevser
Published: December 2024

Meslekî yönelim, bireyin ilgi, yetenek, değer ve beklentilerine dayalı olarak kendisi için en uygun meslekleri belirleme sürecidir. Bu kavram, bireyin meslek seçimine giden yolda gösterdiği eğilim, karar verme süreci ve gelecekteki kariyer hedeflerini oluşturma çabalarını ifade etmektedir. Ortaöğretim dönemi, öğrencilerin meslek seçimlerinin belirginleşmeye başladığı bir kademe olması açısından önemlidir. Bu çalışmanın amacı İmam Hatip Lisesi öğrencilerinin meslekî yönelimlerine etki eden unsurları yönetici görüşlerine göre ortaya koymaktır. Kuruluş amacı din alanına eleman yetiştirmek olan İmam Hatip Liseleri zaman içinde farklı meslek alanlarına da öğrenci yetiştiren fonksiyona kavuşmuştur. İmam Hatip Lisesi öğrencilerinin hangi mesleklere yöneldiği ve bu tercihlerine etki eden unsurların ne olduğu sorusu bu çalışmanın hareket noktasını oluşturmaktadır. Araştırma, nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden olgubilim desenine göre tasarlanmıştır. Araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak görüşme tekniği kullanılmıştır. Çalışma grubunu Sakarya’daki maksimum çeşitlilik örnekleme tekniğiyle belirlenen İmam Hatip Liselerindeki yöneticiler ve bir rehber öğretmen oluşturmaktadır. Elde edilen veriler betimsel analiz tekniğiyle analiz edilmiş ve belirlenen temalar altına yerleştirilmiştir. Araştırmamız sonucunda literatürdeki bulgulara uygun olarak İmam Hatip Lisesi öğrencilerinin meslekî yönelimlerine etki eden unsurlar arasında aile ve çevrenin; eğitim ve rehberlik hizmetlerinin; kişisel özelliklerin; maddi gelir ve iş bulma imkanlarının; toplumsal ve kültürel faktörlerin olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Christopher Craig Brittain. Adorno ve Teoloji
Authors: Yıldırım Tamer
Published: December 2024

Frankfurt Okulu felsefe ve sosyolojinin arasında yer alan bir düşünce hareketini oluşturur. Hareketin en
tanınmış üyeleri Theodor W. Adorno, Max Horkheimer ve Herbert Marcus’tur. Adorno gibi diğerlerinin de
düşünceleri Aydınlanma eleştirisi, estetik, kültür teorisi ve genel olarak çağdaş toplumun
değerlendirilmesi gibi oldukça geniş bir alana yayılmaktadır. Karl Marx ve Sigmund Freud Frankfurt
Okulu düşünürlerinin düşüncelerinin şekillenmesindeki en önemli iki figürü oluşturmaktadır. Adorno ve Teoloji adlı bu eser, Adorno’nun eserlerinden hareketle teoloji, metafizik ve genel olarak din konusuna
taalluk eden konuları ele alıp incelemektedir.
Ercan Çelik. Çocuk, Suç ve Din İlişkisi
Authors: Kaya Murat
Published: December 2024

Ercan Çelik, Çocuk, Suç ve Din İlişkisi isimli kitabında sosyolojik bir olgu olarak tanımladığı “suç olgusu”
ile toplumun bir parçası olan çocuk ögesi arasındaki ilişkiyi incelerken dinin muhtemel fonksiyonlarına
odaklanmaktadır. Yazar bunu gerçekleştirirken “suç” ve “suçluluk” kavramlarının muhtevasına
değindikten sonra “suç ve suç olgusuna dair muhtelif teorileri okuyucunun bilgisine sunmaktadır.
Ardından, suç olgusunun toplumsal çerçevesini irdeleyip özellikle “çocuk suçlular” veya “suça
sürüklenen çocuklar” özelinde çocukların “suçlu mu” yoksa “suça itilmiş/sürüklenmiş mi” oldukları sorgulanmaktadır. Cezaevinde çocuk suçlular ile yapmış olduğu mülakatlara yer vererek, çocukların
dindarlık düzeyleri ile suç arasındaki korelâsyona dikkat çekerek suçun oluşumunda dinin caydırıcı
rolüne dair bulgular paylaşmaktadır.
Cinsiyet Gelişim Bozukluklarında İslam Hukukçularının Dayandıkları Etik İlkeler: Psikolojik Komplikasyonların Engellenmesinden Tıbbî Bakım Standartlarına
Authors: Doğan Mine
Published: December 2024

Cinsiyet gelişim bozukluklarını/CGB (hermafroditizm/interseksüalite/hünsâlık) İslamî biyoetiğe göre inceleyen bu makale, merkeze İslam hukukunu konumlandırarak CGB’li bireyler için dü-zenlenen dinî normların ardında yatan etik değerleri yansıtmaktadır. Makale, İslam hukukunda erken dönemlerden itibaren cinsiyet gelişim bozukluklarıyla ilgili normlar düzenlenirken etik değerlerin de dikkate alındığını iddia eder. Bu bağlamda makalenin kategorizasyonunda tarihsel ayrım tercih edilerek klasik dönemlerden çağdaş dönemlere İslam hukukçularının cinsiyet gelişim bozuklukları konusunda dikkate aldıkları etik değerler vurgulanmıştır. Sonuç olarak klasik İslam hukukunda cinsiyet gelişim bozukluklarına etik yaklaşımın daha çok insan onurunun gözetilmesi ve mahremiyetin korunması amacıyla olası psikolojik komplikasyonların engellenmesi bağlamında şekillendiği saptanmıştır. Zamanla yaşanan tıbbî gelişmeler, CGB’li bireylerin bedenlerinden karşı cinse ait dokuları uzaklaştırma imkanı tanıyınca İslamî etik değerlerde bir kırılma yaşanmıştır. Klasik dönemlerde, olası psikolojik komplikasyonların engellenmesi şeklinde gelişen etik yaklaşım, cinsiyet düzeltme operasyonlarının hükmü, helal olması halinde delilleri, dinî meşruiyet parametreleri ve aydınlatılmış onam doktrini gibi daha çok CGB için tıbbî bakım standartları geliştirmeye evrilmiştir.
Addiction: An Examination Within the Framework of Religious Culture and Moral Knowledge Textbooks
Authors: Kurttekin Fatma
Published: December 2024

This qualitative study, using content analysis, examines to what extent addiction, its causes, consequences, and prevention methods are covered and which types of addiction are discussed in Religious Culture and Moral Knowledge courses. The study focuses on how these topics are presented in RCMK textbooks, which primarily address substance addictions such as drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, while briefly mentioning behavioural addictions like overeating, gambling, and technology use. Addiction is portrayed as a moral issue affecting mental, physical, and spiritual health, as well as an individual's self-control and sense of responsibility. Substance addictions receive greater emphasis, reflecting their association with religious texts and state anti-addiction policies, whereas behavioural addictions are given less consideration. The study concludes that addiction should be approached in a comprehensive and progressively deepening manner as students advance through grade levels in RCMK textbooks. In its current form, the information does not appear to effectively develop skills or serve a preventive function that encourages healthier choices.
Telkîbî Müsennânın Arapça Genel Sözlüklerdeki Varlığı: el-Muʽcemu’l-Vasît Örneği
Authors: İnce Nazife Nihal , Akdoğan Anou Zeynep Sevde
Published: December 2024

Bu makale, müfredi ile müsennâsı farklı olan kelimelerden olan telkîbî müsennânın alfabetik-genel sözlüklerde bir madde olma problemini el-Mu’cemu’l-vasît örneği üzerinden incelemektedir. Lugavî müsennâ olarak adlandırılan müfredi ile müsennâsı farklı olan isimler, müstakil eserler yoluyla derlenmiş ve tasnife tabi tutulmuştur. Telkîbî Müsennâ bu sınıflardan biri olup müfredi dışındaki iki ayrı ismi birlikte ifade eden isimlere karşılık gelmektedir. Bu tür müsennâların manalarına müfretlerinden ulaşılamayacağı için birer sözlük maddesi olması doğal bir beklentidir. Bu araştırmada söz konusu beklentinin genel sözlüklerde karşılanıp karşılanmadığı el-Muʽcemu’l-vasît örneğinde araştırılmaktadır. Araştırma, gramatik-lugavî müsennâ ayrımı, telkîbî müsennânın literatürdeki yeri ve telkîbî müsennânın belirleyici özelliklerinden oluşan teorik çerçevenin ardından el-Muʽcemu’l-vasît’teki verilerin nicel olarak değerlendirilmesi şeklinde uygulanmıştır. İki adımdan oluşan veri toplama işleminin ilk adımında derlemelerdeki kelimeler bir araya getirilerek bir dağarcık oluşturulmuş ve kelimeler anlam ilgisi bakımından sınıflandırılarak listelenmiştir. İkinci adımda ise oluşturulan dağarcıktaki kelimelerin el-Muʽcemu’l-vasît maddelerindeki varlığı araştırılmıştır. Araştırma sonunda telkîbî müsennâların el-Muʽcemu’l-vasît maddelerindeki varlığının oldukça düşük olduğu ortaya çıkmıştır.
PRESAT_bio.nan v1
Authors: KB NAN , Glushka John
Published: December 2024

This is a protocol for running the standard Bruker pulseprogram 'zggppr', a 1D proton experiment with water signal suppression by presaturation for biomolecular samples in 90%H2O/10%D2O. Alternative water suppression sequences (e.g. 'watergate' - zggpwg, 'excitation sculpting' - zgesgp) can also be used but are not described here. This is the first step in collecting a series of NMR experiments for a typical 15N and/or 13C enriched protein sample and assumes additional pulse sequences ( e.g. 15N_HSQC, 13C_HSQC, 3D HNCO, 3D HNCA, etc.) will be acquired later. As an introductory protocol, it includes steps for Locking, Tuning and Shimming your sample. It also provides a short description of the Topspin BioTop module that can be used to optimize parameters and facilitate setup of multiple 2D and 3D pulse sequences (see guidelines). Note: specific parameter values illustrated below may differ depending on the facility and spectrometer.
Radiometer internal reference loads calibration using external noise sources
Authors:   Московский государственный технический университет им. Н.Э. Баумана, Сидоров Игорь А. , Новичихин Евгений П. ,   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН, Фрязинский филиал, Гудков Александр Г. ,   Московский государственный технический университет им. Н.Э. Баумана, Королёв Алексей В. ,   Московский государственный технический университет им. Н.Э. Баумана, Чижиков Сергей В. ,   Московский государственный технический университет им. Н.Э. Баумана
Published: December 2024

Обсуждается возможность использования твердотельных источников шумового сигнала в качестве внутренних эталонов в радиометре с двухопорной модуляцией. Приводится оценка зависимости точности радиометрических измерений от температур внутренних эталонов шума. Исследуется возможность калибровки внутренних твердотельных источников шума по внешним эталонным объектам с известными шумовыми температурами. Приводятся формулы для расчета шумовых температур внутренних эталонов по известным температурам внешних эталонов. Анализируется перспектива использования нового метода калибровки внутренних эталонов для повышения точности и стабильности радиометрического зондирования почвогрунтов для дистанционного определения влагосодержания и температуры поверхности почвы в качестве элемента системы точного земледелия.
Creation and research of membranes based on ferroelectric films
Authors:   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН, Фрязинский филиал, Афанасьев Михаил С. , Белорусов Д.А. Дмитрий А. ,   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН, Фрязинский филиал, Киселев Дмитрий А. ,   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН, Фрязинский филиал, Чучева Галина В. ,   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН, Фрязинский филиал
Published: December 2024

Методом жидкостной фотолитографии на подложке кремния сформированы мембраны на основе сегнетоэлектрических пленок состава Ba0.8Sr0.2TiO3 и представлены результаты исследований их электрофизических свойств. Методом силовой микроскопии пьезоотклика исследованы особенности пьезоэлектрических свойств полученных мембран. Представлены результаты переключения поляризации постоянным напряжением, и получены остаточные петли пьезоэлектрического гистерезиса от числа циклов переключения.
Investigation of the temporal dynamics of delayed cerebral ischemia markers using electroencephalograms wavelet spectra
Authors:   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН, Сушкова Ольга С. , Морозов Алексей А. ,   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН, Синкин Михаил В. ,   НИИ скорой помощи им. Н.В. Склифосовского, Окунева Ирина В. ,   НИИ скорой помощи им. Н.В. Склифосовского, Обухов Юрий В. ,   Институт радиотехники и электроники им. В.А. Котельникова РАН
Published: December 2024

В статье изложены результаты исследования временнóй динамики некоторых маркёров отсроченной церебральной ишемии (ОЦИ), выявленных в дельта-диапазоне вейвлет-спектров электроэнцефалограмм (ЭЭГ) с помощью метода анализа всплескообразной электрической активности. Были проанализированы ЭЭГ-сигналы 16 пациентов, проходивших лечение в отделении интенсивной терапии НИИ скорой помощи им. Н.В. Склифосовского после хирургического лечения по поводу нетравматического субарахноидального кровоизлияния. По данным компьютерной томографии, у 6 пациентов развилась ОЦИ, у 10 пациентов ОЦИ не развилась. Было установлено, что выборка пациентов неоднородна, а именно, у 10 пациентов (4 пациента с ОЦИ и 6 пациентов без ОЦИ) из 16 с помощью исследуемых маркёров развитие ОЦИ может быть предсказано со 100% точностью через 48 часов после операции; у остальных 6 пациентов (2 пациента с ОЦИ и 4 пациента без ОЦИ) исследуемые маркёры дают противоречивые результаты. В данной статье временная динамика маркёров ОЦИ исследуется на примере первой выборки пациентов. На примере второй выборки пациентов обсуждаются причины, по которым исследуемые маркёры могут дать неверный прогноз развития ОЦИ у некоторых пациентов. Показано, что исследуемые маркёры ОЦИ позволяют не только точно предсказать развитие ОЦИ у некоторых пациентов, но и проследить временную динамику состояния пациента после операции.
Additional Heisenberg uncertainties ratio in the (1+3)Minkowski space and in the (1+4)D extended space model
Authors:   Московский политехнический университет, Ципенюк Дмитрий Ю. , Седельников Евгений В. ,   Московский физико-технический институт
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматривается возможность введения дополнительного соотношения неопределенности Гейзенберга, которое можно ввести в (1+3)D пространстве Минковского и в (1+4)D 5-мерной модели расширенного пространства (МРП). В (1+4)D формализме МРП в дополнение к обычным координатам T;X,Y,Z в качестве пятой координаты рассматривается существующий в пространстве Минковского интервал S. Пятая координата S в МРП имеет физический смысл действия. В работе показано что можно ввести еще одно дополнительное соотношение неопределенности, связывающее массу и интервал
IMPROVEMENT IN OPPORTUNITIES/METHODOLOGY FOR ENHANCING THE PHYSICAL TRAINING OF CADETS FROM THE STATE BORDER GUARD COLLEGE
Authors: Rižovs Rihards , Litaunieks Atis
Published: December 2024

Purpose and aim of the study: is to develop and improve effective physical training methodologies for cadets of the National Security Service, which would meet the requirements of the service and improve their endurance, strength, speed and dexterity.The goal is to identify specific training techniques and programmes that would increase the physical and psychological preparedness of cadets for their service in the SBG, thereby promoting the professional competence of cadets and the quality of their service. Design / Methodology / Approach:      a review of the literature; empirical methods; the experimental method; a method of observation and analysis.Main Findings: One of the main conclusions is that the physical training of State Border Guard employees is essential for the efficiency of professional activities and their health. Law enforcement officers require high levels of physical and psychological skills such as endurance, strength and speed to effectively perform their duties such as apprehension, pursuit and border enforcement. High-intensity training programmes help to improve these skills and allow them to withstand the intense physical and emotional stress required in stressful situations. A scientific approach to developing methodologies and researching different interval training protocols can ensure optimal training efficiency and cardio-metabolic health. Originality: unlike general physical training programmes, this study specifically adapts and optimizes training methodologies specifically for SBG cadets, taking into account the specifics of the service. Using modern sports science research and best practices, methodologies are developed that contribute to more effective and faster improvement in physical fitness. The research focuses on how customized programmes affect cadet motivation and achievement compared with standardized programmesImplications: Knowledge Transfer: The findings of this study can be shared with other security and law enforcement agencies to improve their training programmes.Long-Term Health Benefits: The emphasis on physical fitness and cardio-metabolic health can have long-term health benefits for SBG cadets, reducing their risk of developing chronic diseases and promoting overall well-being.  Continuous Improvement: The study highlights the importance of ongoing research and analysis to continuously improve training methodologies and adapt them to the evolving needs of the SBG.By investing in the physical development of its cadets, the National Security Service can cultivate a highly capable and resilient security force that is better prepared to protect national security and serve the public effectively.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN EDUCATION: A CASE STUDY OF GENERAL EDUCATION SCHOOLS
Authors: Lele Kristine , Kotāne Inta
Published: December 2024

Purpose and aim of the study: The research aims to examine the perception of sustainable development problems in general education schools.Design / Methodology / Approach: The research employed the following methods: descriptive and logical construction were used for reviewing and analysing research papers and other information sources, as well as for scientific discussion. Statistical analysis was employed to process and analyse primary (survey) data on students’ and teachers’ understanding and knowledge of sustainable development. The graphic method was applied to better represent and compare the research results. Main Findings: sustainable development was found to be determined by a balance between the needs of the present and future generations, based on the rational consumption of resources. The research results revealed that awareness of sustainable development is a key driver for sustainable development and that it is important to integrate sustainable development issues into the school curriculum to introduce sustainable habits into society.Originality: The research examined the concept of sustainable development in the context of the education industry, assessing the opinions of general education school students and teachers on sustainable development problems.Implications: The research provides a basis for further research on aspects of sustainable development in general education schools.
REASONS FOR STRESS AMONG STUDENTS STUDYING BUSINESS STUDIES IN LITHUANIAN AND LATVIAN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Piscalkiene Viktorija , Jankauskaite Simona , Vaitkiene Rasa , Znotiņa Daina
Published: December 2024

The purpose of the study: To identify reasons for stress among students studying business studies in Lithuanian and Latvian higher education institutions. Methodology: The study covers two culturally close countries, as students studying business programmes at two higher education institutions in two countries were included. A quantitative research approach was used. Students’ stress level was assessed on 34 attributes. A 5-point Likert scale was used, with 5 being the highest level of agreement and 1 the lowest. Statistical analysis of the data was performed using SPSS 21 and Windows Microsoft Office software. Statistical methods used: descriptive statistics, Cronbach's alpha, Student's t-test, Anova test.Main Findings: The study revealed that business students at Lithuanian and Latvian higher education institutions experienced the highest stress due to various academic factors. Stress among business students during their studies was a topical issue, and the expression of stress related to socio-demographic factors.Originality: The survey was conducted using an authentic standardised questionnaire developed by the researchers, and the psychometric quality of the questionnaire was high. Implications: The results of the study are useful for Lithuanian and Latvian higher education teachers and administrators to improve the psychosocial conditions of studies and reduce students' stress related to their studies.
IMPROVING CYPRUS FIRE SERVICE PERFORMANCE THROUGH MODERN HR MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND JOB SATISFACTION
Authors: Mardas Nikos , Charalambous Constantinos
Published: December 2024

Purpose and aim of the study: This study investigates the relationship between staff job satisfaction and the transformation of the Cyprus Fire Service into a modern and flexible National Security Force. The primary aim is to analyse organizational and human resource management theories and their application to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of fire operations.Design / Methodology / Approach: The research employs a quantitative approach, utilizing a survey conducted with 110 members of the Cyprus Fire Service. The survey assesses job satisfaction and its impact on service quality. The data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analysed using statistical methods, including descriptive, frequency, and correlation analyses.Main Findings: The findings reveal a strong positive correlation between employee satisfaction and service quality. Satisfaction influences service quality both directly and indirectly. The study highlights that job satisfaction encompasses various factors, including salary, promotions, and management practices.Originality: This research is original in its focus on transforming the Cyprus Fire Service by applying modern management principles. It provides insights into how job satisfaction can be leveraged to improve organizational performance in public safety services.Implications: The study suggests that enhancing job satisfaction can lead to improved service quality, which is crucial for the Fire Service's role in ensuring public safety. It proposes alternative strategies for personnel management by comparing successful systems from other EU Member Countries.
A personalized approach to medical rehabilitation for patients with rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps and comorbid asthma
Authors: Pelishenko Tatyana G. , Kruglova Larisa S. , Nagornev Sergey N. , Boyarintsev Valery V. , Koriagin Fedor N.
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND: Personalized medical rehabilitation options are required for patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps owning to the relatively high prevalence of this disease, its long and often uncontrolled course, and the significant decrease in quality of life of patients. Comorbid asthma is common in patients with rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps and is associated with more severe clinical manifestations and increased unresponsiveness to therapy, reducing the effectiveness of rehabilitation efforts.
AIM: The aim of the study was to identify predictors of personalized comprehensive rehabilitation options to be used in patients with rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps and comorbid asthma in order to achieve greater clinical effectiveness of therapy and control of nasal polyps.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study was conducted in 35 patients with rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps and comorbid asthma. Comprehensive medical rehabilitation included endonasal use of Nasonex 2 doses twice daily; nasal rinsing twice daily; subcutaneous use of dupilumab at 300 µg every 2 weeks; use of low-dose inhaled corticosteroid (beclomethasone dipropionate at 200 µg twice daily); a course of alternating magnetic field therapy, low-intensity laser radiation, and interval hypoxic training. At baseline, nasal polyp severity, respiratory function, quality of life, and levels of cytokines, immunoglobulins, leukocytes, lymphocytes, and eosinophils were assessed. The effectiveness of rehabilitation measures was assessed 6 months after the start of treatment using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health criteria.
RESULTS: Using multiple regression analysis, an information model was developed to predict effectiveness of comprehensive medical rehabilitation in patients with rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps and comorbid asthma. The resulting attribute of the model was the final score of the seven selected domains of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health. A cluster of baseline clinical and laboratory variables was identified as predictors, including blood eosinophil level, blood tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) level, total score for a 22-item Sino-Nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22) functional domain, and forced expiratory volume in one second. Higher level of rehabilitation was achieved with the following baseline characteristics: blood eosinophil counts no more than 0.85 × 109/L; blood TNF-α level no more than 18.0 pg/mL; total score for the SNOT-22 functional domain no more than 8; forced expiratory volume in one second no less than 2.6 L.
CONCLUSION: At baseline, the identified thresholds of the selected predictors predict the outcome that could be achieved for each patient who receives personalized comprehensive rehabilitation.
Evaluation of the microcirculation-tissue system in patients with involutional skin changes after comprehensive physical therapy
Authors: Danilov Alexey A. , Mikhailova Anna A. , Frolkov Valery K. , Nagornev Sergey N.
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND: Involutional skin changes in middle-aged and elderly women significantly reduce their quality of life, and comorbidities such as metabolic syndrome accelerate skin aging because these conditions are characterized by a common pathogenetic response with the impaired function of the microcirculation-tissue system. Preformed physical factors can improve microhemodynamics and reduce insulin resistance events.
AIM: The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the combined use of transcranial magnetic field therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy for treatment of involutional skin processes in middle-aged and elderly patients with metabolic syndrome.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study included patients (n=90) with involutional skin changes. Patients with metabolic syndrome (60/90) were divided into a control group (hyaluronic acid injections) and an experimental group (addition of transcranial magnetic field therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy). The results were evaluated based on changes in parameters of the microcirculation-tissue system, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism disorders, and the quality of life of patients.
RESULTS: The metabolic syndrome due to impaired function of the microcirculation-tissue system is shown to accelerate progression of involutional skin changes. Combined physical therapy significantly improves function of the microcirculation-tissue system of the skin, restores tissue perfusion, nutritive blood flow, oxygen metabolism, and oxidative phosphorylation activity. The changes observed, together with the reduced insulin resistance and the optimized metabolic responses, suggest an improvement in skin trophism due to adaptive microhemodynamic responses.
CONCLUSION: Taking into account the important pathogenetic role of microcirculatory disorders in development of involutional processes, the observed changes in parameters of the microcirculation-tissue system may be considered an objective basis for achieving a stable therapeutic effect in management of patients with involutional skin changes associated with the metabolic syndrome.
Whole body vibration technique in rehabilitation of children with cystic fibrosis
Authors: Kalyuzhny Alexander V. , Vedernikov Igor O. , Laisheva Olga A.
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND: Cystic fibrosis (or mucoviscidosis) is a severe genetic disease, which leads to disability and requires a permanent rehabilitation treatment aimed at improving the pulmonary function lung and the effort tolerance starting from childhood. The whole-body vibration (WBV) technique can potentially improve the effort tolerance and quality of life in patients with cystic fibrosis.
AIM: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the WBV technique in improving the effort tolerance in patients with cystic fibrosis.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Randomized controlled study enrolling 60 patients with pulmonary or mixed form of cystic fibrosis aged 8 to 17 years. Patients were randomized into three groups: the patients in the experimental Group 1 received a course of conventional kinesiotherapy combined with the WBV; in the experimental Group 2, the course of conventional kinesiotherapy combined with the WBV was enhanced with the aerobic exercises on an exercise bike; and the comparison group patients received only conventional kinesiotherapy. The study duration was consistent with the hospital stay time (12 days); the patients received a rehabilitation course of 10 exercises. The primary endpoint was the increased walking distance in the six-minute walk test. The methods of evaluation involved the pre-/post-treatment six-minute walk test results and the PedsQL 4.0 Generic Core Scales quality of life scores.
RESULTS: The comparative analysis results demonstrate the statistically significantly increased six-minute walk test distance in the experimental Groups 1 and 2, which evidences the efficacy of the WBV technique aimed at improving the effort tolerance in patients with cystic fibrosis. The group that received kinesiotherapy combined with the WBV and aerobic exercises showed a more pronounced effect. In the comparison group, the six-minute walk test results did not significantly change. Based on the study results, no statistically significant change of the quality of life occurred in any group.
CONCLUSION: Integrating the WBV into the individual rehabilitation programs for patients with cystic fibrosis can improve the effort tolerance. This technique can be used both combined with the aerobic exercises, and as an alternative training method, if a patient cannot perform aerobic exercises due to the severity of his or her condition or for epidemiological indications.
A new three-parameter discrete distribution to model over-dispersed count data
Authors: Nandi Anupama , Hazarika Partha Jyoti , Biswas Aniket , Hamedani G. G.
Published: December 2024

A novel discrete distribution with three parameters, referred to as the PoiNB distribution, is formulated through the convolution of a Poisson variable and an independently distributed negative binomial random variable. This distribution generalizes some well known count distributions and can be used for modelling over-dispersed as well as equi-dispersed count data. Numerous essential statistical properties of this proposed count model are thoroughly examined. Characterizations of this distribution in terms of conditional expectation and reverse hazard rate function are studied in detail. The estimation of the unknown parameters of this proposed distribution is carried out using the maximum likelihood estimation approach. Additionally, we introduce a count regression model based on the PoiNB distribution through the generalized linear model approach. Through two real-life modelling applications, it is demonstrated that the suggested distribution may offer practical utility for practitioners in modelling over-dispersed count data.
Generalized Exponential Ratio Type Estimator for the Finite Population Mean Under Ranked Set Sampling
Authors: RATHER Khalid ul Islam , KOÇYİĞİT Eda Gizem
Published: December 2024

In this study, we introduce a novel approach for estimating the mean of a finite population using Ranked Set Sampling (RSS), termed the generalized exponential ratio estimator. We derive expressions for the bias and mean squared error (MSE) of the proposed estimator up to the first order of approximation. To assess its performance, we conduct a thorough theoretical and numerical analysis using simulated and real data. Our results demonstrate that the generalized exponential ratio estimator outperforms both the classical ratio estimator and the estimator proposed by Kadilar et al. (2009) under RSS, highlighting its superior efficiency.
On estimation and monitoring of population mean using systematic sampling under an exponentially weighted moving average scheme
Authors: Karim Amber , Khan Hina , Mahmood Yasar , Riaz Muhammad , Ahmad Shabbir
Published: December 2024

The present study proposes a generalized ratio estimator for estimating the population mean under the systematic sampling technique by considering auxiliary information and auxiliary attribute. Its bias and Mean Square Error (MSE) expressions have been derived. Mathematical comparisons are made by comparing the proposed estimator with the usual mean estimator, Swain (1964) estimator, Bhal and Tuteja (1991) estimator, and Singh and Singh (1998) estimator, and it is shown that the proposed estimator is more efficient than the previous estimators. A numerical comparison is also performed to demonstrate the superiority of the proposed estimator over the traditional estimators. The technique of ratio estimators based on systematic sampling is used to design an Exponentially Weighted Moving Average (EWMA) control chart. The Control chart is a significant industrial tool for monitoring the process mean. To evaluate performance efficiency Average run lengths (ARL) are obtained in this study. The proposed charts are compared based on out-of-control ARLs. A chart based on the proposed estimator is superior as it detects the shifts earlier than charts based on existing estimators. Empirical work is done to support the study. The suggested efficiency is further addressed utilizing real-life examples and simulations using R-Studio.
A Novel Robust Class of Estimators for Estimation of Finite Population Mean: A Simulation Study
Authors: Abid Muhammad , Mei Sun , Latif Waqas , Nawaz Tahir
Published: December 2024

In the existing survey sampling literature, the ratio-type estimators are an obvious choice to estimate the finite population mean when auxiliary information related to the study variable is readily available. Typically, auxiliary information is incorporated into ratio-type estimators by using conventional measures such as mean, range, coefficient of kurtosis, coefficient of skewness and coefficient of correlation, etc. which are less efficient when extreme observation are present in the data. This study provides a remedy and enhances the efficiency of the ratio-type estimators of population mean in the presence of extreme observations by proposing dual auxiliary variables based exponential-cum-ratio class of estimators which integrates both conventional and non-conventional measures under simple random sampling without replacement. The expression of the mean squared error and theoretical efficiency conditions for proposed class of estimators have been obtained for comparison purposes. A simulation study was carried out based on contaminated normal distribution and the robustness of the proposed estimators has been assessed in the presence of extreme observations. For practical implementation, six real data sets have been used to compare the performance of the proposed estimators with competing estimators to support the theoretical results. The theoretical and empirical results suggest that the proposed estimators are more precise than usual mean as well as existing estimators’ ratio-type considered in this study.
Robust parameter estimation for one-inflated positive Poisson Lindley distribution under the presence and absence of outliers with applications to crime data
Authors: Tajuddin Razik Ridzuan Mohd , Safari Muhammad Aslam Mohd , Ismail Noriszura
Published: December 2024

The one-inflated positive Poisson Lindley model has been recently introduced as an alternative in modelling positive count data with a large number of ones: a phenomenon known as one-inflation. In the presence of one-inflation, this model has a high tendency to be influenced by outliers, making usual parameter estimations to be less robust. Hence, several estimators: maximum likelihood, method of moments, ordinary least squares, weighted least squares, Cramér-Von Mises, modified Cramér-Von Mises (MCVM) and maximum product of spacing (MPS); for the parameters of the model are also proposed and investigated in terms of unbiasedness, consistency and joint efficiency under the presence and absence of outliers. When the outliers are absent, the MPS estimator is the best estimator and when the outliers are present, the MCVM estimator is the best estimator. Model fittings to two real datasets with one-inflation and outliers support the simulation results and conclude that the MCVM estimator is the best estimator. Based on the best robust estimator, the population size of the number of offenders as well as the likelihood of arrests were estimated.
Response to Letter to the Editor Regarding ‘‘Development and Evaluation of the Persian Version of the Multiple Auditory Processing Assessment”
Authors: Ebadi Ensieh , Jarollahi Farnoush
Published: December 2024

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Validity and Reliability of the Persian Version of the Tinnitus and Hearing Survey Questionnaire
Authors: Alavi Dehkordi Seyed Alireza , Ramezani Maryam , Javanbakht Mohanna , Vahedi Mohsen
Published: December 2024

Background and Aim: Hearing loss often coexists with various comorbidities and is commonly accompanied by tinnitus. Patients frequently report both tinnitus and hearing difficulties, posing challenges in distinguishing between the two complaints. This study aimed to assess the validity and reliability of the Persian version of the Tinnitus and Hearing Survey (THS) for distinguishing between tinnitus and hearing problems.
Methods: A psychometric study involved 100 participants aged 18–60, categorized into four groups based on hearing status and tinnitus presence. The Persian translation of a questionnaire underwent content and face validity assessments. Convergent validity for tinnitus and sound tolerance sections was evaluated using the Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI) and Hyperacusis Questionnaire (HQ) respectively, while pure-tone average assessed hearing section validity. Construct validity was confirmed via confirmatory factor analysis, and internal consistency and test-retest reliability were assessed using Cronbach’s alpha and Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC) respectively.
Results: The Persian version had strong face and content validity, with Cronbach’s alpha values of 0.82 for tinnitus, 0.90 for hearing, and 0.80 overall. The ICC values for the tinnitus, hearing, and sound tolerance sections were 0.8, 0.83, and 0.82. Convergent validity using the THI and HQ scores were reported 0.76 and 0.6, and the correlation value of the THS score with the PTA was 0.82. Confirmatory factor analysis confirmed a good 2-factor structure of the THS.
Conclusion: The Persian THS is a valid and reliable tool for separating tinnitus from hearing problems in Persian-speaking people.Keywords: Surveys and questionnaires; tinnitus and hearing; validity; reliability
Do Individuals with Misophonia Experience Challenges with TheirAuditory Binaural Interaction and Integration Skills?
Authors: Madappally Hrishitha Valia , Nisha Kavassery Venkateswaran , Prabhu Prashanth
Published: December 2024

Background and Aim: Misophonia is a condition marked by heightened sensitivity and intense emotional and physiological responses to particular sounds that may not spark the same reactions in others. This study is the first of its kind to assess binaural integration and binaural interaction in misophonia.
Methods: Thirty misophonia and 30 control participants were considered in the age range of 18 to 30 years. All the participants had hearing sensitivity within normal limits and normal middle ear function. Individuals with a history of otological complaints, noise exposure, ototoxic medications, tinnitus, hyperacusis, diabetes, or hypertension  were  excluded  from the study. Misophonia severity was assessed using the Misophonia Assessment Questionnaire (MAQ). Binaural integration was assessed using Dichotic Consonant Vowel (DCV) test, and binaural interaction was assessed using Masking Level Difference (MLD).
Results: The statistical analysis of the independent t-test for DCV and Mann Whitney U test for MLD showed no significant difference between misophonia and the control group for both MLD and DCV.
Conclusion: The results suggest that there is no significant difference in DCV and MLD scores between the control and misophonia groups.Keywords: Misophonia; binaural integration; binaural interaction; dichotic consonant vowel; masking level difference
Development and Validation of Azari Version of Speech Recognitifon Threshold Test in Adult Azari Population and Compiling Psychometrically Equivalent Lists
Authors: Dizaj Asma Hammami , Rahbar Nariman , Mahmoodi-Bakhtiari Behrooz , Sameni Seyyed Jalal , Mansouri Nayiere
Published: December 2024

Background and Aim: One of the various measures used in speech audiometry is the speech recognition threshold. The aim of this study is to construct psychometrically equivalent lists containing Azari two-syllable words to evaluate speech reception threshold in Azari-speaking adults.
Methods: This study is a cross-sectional comparative study of test construction. Common two-syllable words were collected from Azari books. Words with features of ease, familiarity, and relatedness as well as phonetic balance and phonetic dissimilarity were included in 5 lists of 10 words. The lists were evaluated for psychometric evaluations and validity and reliability on young Azari population at 5 intensity levels from –5 to 15 dB HL. After two to four weeks, people were tested again under the same conditions.
Results: All 5 lists showed favorable face, content validity index and content validity ratio. The average speech thresholds obtained were 9.62, 9.77, 9.57, 9.67 and 9.57, respectively. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient and halving were obtained above 0.8 in all 5 lists. Test-retest reliability was also significant (p<0.001).
Conclusion: The review and analysis performed on the data show that all 5 lists have psychometric homogeneity and alignment and show a high degree of validity and reliability; which makes them suitable for evaluating speech reception threshold in hearing centers of Azari regions.
Keywords: Psychometric function; speech reception threshold test; Azari; language; validity; reliability
Effects of Age at Onset and Years of Musical Training on Consonant Recognition in Musicians
Authors: Sajjad Ebtesam , Nazeri Ahmadreza , Mohammadzadeh Ali , Sayadi Nooshin , Farahani Saeid , Mohammadkhani Ghassem
Published: December 2024

Background and Aim: Previous research has shown that musicians have better performance in consonant recognition in noise compared to non-musicians. This study aimed to determine the effects of age at onset and years of musical training on consonant recognition in noise in musicians.
Methods: Thirty-six Persian-speaking young musicians with normal hearing whose age  at onset of musical training ranged 4–8 years and had at least 10 years of musical training, were asked to listen to Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) tokens presented in 12-talker babble noise and transcribe them. Multiple linear regression analysis was used to determine the ability of age at onset of musical training and years of musical training in predicting the recognition of stops and fricatives.
Results: The age at onset of musical training significantly predicted consonant recognition in noise (p<0.001, R2= 0.614), while years of musical activity had no significant effect (p=0.055).
Conclusion: Early start of musical training seems to improve the ability to recognize consonants in challenging listening environments.
Keywords: Speech in noise; Speech perception; Musical training; Age of acquisition; Consonant recognition
Phonological Processing and Word and Non-Word Reading Ability among Farsi-Speaking Children with Cochlear Implants, Hearing Aids and Normal Hearing
Authors: Masoumi Elham , Haghjoo Asghar , Soleymani Zahra
Published: December 2024

Background and Aim: Individuals who suffer Hearing Loss (HL) from inefficient auditory input will experience difficulty in phonological processing and reading. This study aimed to investigate the phonological processing and word and non-word reading abilities of Farsi- speaking children with Cochlear Implants (CIs), Hearing Aids (HAs) and Normal Hearing (NH).
Methods: Sixty-three children with severe to profound HL and NH who were in the first grade participated. Phonological Awareness (PA) and Phonological Working Memory (PWM) tests were used to assess phonological processing. Word and non-word reading abilities were assessed through reading and dyslexia tests reading abilities, phonological processing as well as the correlation between them were compared among three groups.
Results: The PA, PWM and reading abilities of NH children were significantly different from children with HL (p<0.01). Correlations between words and non-words reading ability and some phonological processing tasks were observed in each of the three groups. Phonemic awareness for all three groups and intra-syllabic awareness for children with HA and NH were the most important predictors for word and non-word reading abilities.
Conclusion: Hearing impairment had a critical effect on phonological processing as an important factor in word and non-word reading.
Keywords: Cochlear implant; Hearing aid; Reading; Phonological processing; Farsi-speaking children