bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Investigation of Student and Teacher Characteristics Associated with Mathematics Achievement in the Transition to Secondary Education Exam
Authors: Demirkol Sinem , Kelecioğlu Hülya
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study is to examine student and teacher characteristics related to students' mathematics achievement. The study group for this research was composed of 1533 students who participated in the mathematics subtest of the transition from basic education to secondary education applied in 2016 and 36 mathematics teachers who teach these students. The data for the research are collected with the prepared student and teacher questionnaires. In the analysis of the data, two-level hierarchical linear models are used. According to the results, the most important teacher characteristic related to students' mathematics achievement is the level of professional satisfaction of the teacher. In addition, teachers' seniority, main field education, and classroom management skills have a significant and positive effect on mathematics achievement. Also, teachers' participation in professional development activities has a significant and negative effect on mathematics achievement, but this effect is small in practice. At the student level, the student's self-confidence in mathematics has the most important effect on the subject’s achievement. The variables of students' liking mathematics and their anxiety towards mathematics have negative and significant effects on mathematics achievement, but these effects are small in practice.
Effects of the Teachers’ Personality Traits and Job Satisfaction on Their Attitude Towards Distance Learning in Turkey
Authors: Arpacıoğlu Zeynep Beyza , Arpacıoğlu Selim , Ünübol Başak , Büyükçorak Aynur , Çakıroğlu Süleyman
Published: August 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic caused an alteration in many industries. The utilisation of distance learning opportunities has rapidly increased. This study aimed to evaluate teacher attitudes towards distance learning and demonstrate the effects of their personality traits and job satisfaction on their attitudes and the relationship among these factors. This cross-sectional study was conducted through an online questionnaire. Four hundred sixty-four teachers from several schools, different units and fields of study attended the research. The data was collected via the Introductory Information Form, Attitude Scale Towards Distance Learning (ATDL), Big Five Personality Traits Scale (BFPTs), and Job Satisfaction Scale (JSS). When the total points from the attitude scale towards distance learning are compared, there is no significant difference in gender, branch, institution, or working at the weekends, but age, educational background, having a child, and income satisfaction have a significant effect. There was no relation between any personality trait and attitude towards distance learning. Because variables such as age and income satisfaction affect the attitude towards distance learning, changeable variables emerge. It is essential to support older teachers in technology use. Making necessary alterations in teachers’ incomes should be considered an essential factor. The reasons for the fact that teachers still prefer in-person education should be investigated. Physical condition sufficiency can be related to the perception of distance education qualification, and a sufficient technological structure can contribute positively.
PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN SEDIAAN SABUN CAIR PERASAN BUAH JERUK NIPIS
Authors: Khairunnisa  , Sigit Cahyo H  , Achmad wahyudi  , Yeni Agustin  , Nurul Hidayah
Published: August 2023

Masyarakat kelurahan Pulokerto, sebagian besar berprofesi sebagai buruh Pabrik Karet dan serabutan sehingga memiliki tingkat perekonomian yang relatif rendah. Oleh karena itu diperlukan adanya upaya untuk meningkatkan pendapatan masyarakat sekitar dengan cara memberikan pengetahuan dan informasi mengenai potensi dan manfaat tanaman obat tradisional yang bersumber dari bahan alam, salah satunya adalah perasan buah Jeruk Nipis (Citrus aurantifolia). Jeruk Nipis mengandung minyak atsiri dan vitamin C yang tinggi serta beberapa senyawa metabolit seperti flavonoid pada perasan buah jeruk nipis yang dapat menghambat pertumbuhan bakteri. Perasan buah jeruk nipis dinilai cukup potensial sebagai bahan baku pembuatan sedian sabun cair. Kegiatan penyuluhan dilakukan di wilayah Kelurahan Pulokerto dengan memberikan paparan materi dan praktek pembuatan sedian sabun cair perasan buah jeruk nipis (Citrus aurantifolia). Hasil kegiatan menunjukan bahwa masyarakat kelurahan Pulokerto mampu memahami pembuatan sabun cair perasan buah jeruk nipis (Citrus aurantifolia). Diharapkan masyarakat dapat memanfaatkaan sabun cair tersebut dalam kegiatan sehari-hari dan dapat menjadi sumber pendapatan masyarakat setempat.
PENYULUHAN KESEHATAN FIRST AID PADA PENDERITA SINKOP DI MADRASAH ISLAMIAH AL – AMALUL KHAIR PALEMBANG
Authors: Dessy Suswitha  , Mardiah  , Lily Marleni  , Sintiya Halisya Pebriani  , Adi Saputra  , Dewi Rury Arindari
Published: August 2023

Pertolongan pertama pada penderita sinkop merupakan perawatan yang diberikan segera pada orang yang cidera atau mendadak sakit. Pertolongan pertama hanya memberi bantuan sementara sampai mendapatkan perawatan medis yang kompeten, jika perlu atau sampai kesempatan pulih tanpa perawatan medis terpenuhi. Sinkop merupakan sebuah kondisi seseorang tiba-tiba kehilangan kesadarannya. Kehilangan kesadaran ini diikuti dengan melemahnya kerja otot sehingga penderita jatuh. Melalui pemberian penyuluhan kesehatan sebagai wujud first aid penderita sinkop dapat membantu penderita terpenuhi aliran adarah dan oksigen ke otak. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan informasi dan meningkatkan pemahaman guru dan siswa/i tentang first aid penderita sinkop. Kegiatan penyuluhan kesehatan di laksanakan di lingkungan sekolah dengan menggunakan media poster dan leaflet. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa semua guru dan siswa/i memahami tentang first aid pada penderita sinkop. Diharapakan dari kegiatan penyuluhan mampu memberikan pengetahuan dasar tentang pertolongan pertama pada penderita sinkop. Program ini dijalankan dengan maksud memberikan proteksi tambahan kepada siswa/I terutama Sekolah MI AL – Amalul Khair Palembang agar sebelum berangkat sekolah harus sarapan terlebih dahulu, sehingga tubuh tidak lemas dan pucat saat mengikuti pelajaran di kelas.
EDUKASI SUPLEMENTASI ASAM FOLAT DAN TABLET FE PADA IBU HAMIL DAN WANITA USIA SUBUR
Authors: Anur Rohmin  , Desi Hariani  , Elvina Indah Syafriani  , Annisa Khoiriah  , Satra Yunola
Published: August 2023

Anemia pada ibu hamil meningkatkan risiko terjadinya Bayi Berat Lahir Rendah (BBLR), kelahiran prematur, kematian ibu dan bayi. Hal ini berkaitan dengan asupan gizi yang kurang optimal selama kehamilan yang berperan penting bagi tumbuh kembang janin. Upaya penanggulangan anemia defisiensi besi terus dilakukan baik dari pemerintah pusat hingga daerah. Pemberian makanan tambahan pada ibu hamil dan pemberian suplementasi besi folat selama kehamilan menjadi upaya dalam penurunan permasalahan gizi dalam kehamilan di Indonesia. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan ibu hamil dan Wanita subur tentang manfaat tablet Fe dan asam folat. Bentuk upaya peningkatan pengetahuan pada ibu hamil dan wanita usia subur adalah dengan cara penyuluhan kesehatan tentang Edukasi Suplemenatsi Asam Folat dan Tablet Fe di klinik Alisa. Hasil yang didapatkan dalam kegiatan ini adalah peningkatan pengetahuan ibu hamil dan wanita usia subur tentang manfaat tablet Fe dan asam folat sebelum edukasi dengan kategori cukup sebanyak 56% dan sesudah kegiatan penyuluhan. Meningkat menjadi 76 %. Melalui konsumsi tablet Fe dan asam folat diharapkan dapat membantu mengatasi permasalahan anemia pada ibu hamil dan Wanita usia subur
EDUKASI PENGGUNAAN DAN PENYIMPANAN INSULIN DI KECAMATAN GANDUS KOTA PALEMBANG
Authors: Alinda Tania  , Nur Ihsan Kamilah  , Yunilda Rosa  , Mayaranti Wilsya
Published: August 2023

Diabetes adalah penyakit kronis yang ditandai dengan tingginya kadar gula darah. Salah satu terapi mengatasi diabetes adalah penggunaan insulin pen. Insulin harus digunakan dengan benar agar dapat menghasilkan efek terapi yang optimal. Meski demikian, banyak pasien masih takut menggunakan insulin pen karena kurangnya pemahaman mengenai penggunaan insulin. Melalui penyuluhan ini, diharapkan dapat bertambahnya pengetahuan masyarakat mengenai penggunaan dan penyimpanan insulin secara tepat. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dengan metode paparan dan penyuluhan langsung, mengenai prosedur penggunaan dan penyimpanan insulin. Sosialisasi kemudian dilanjutkan dengan praktik atau pelatihan secara langsung mengenai penggunaan dan penyimpanan insulin. Selama kegiatan penyuluhan, masyarakat mendapatkan informasi mengenai diabetes secara umum dan cara penggunaan insulin pen yang baik secara khusus. Pada sesi diskusi dengan narasumber, masyarakat antusias terhadap materi yang diberikan, terlihat dari beberapa pertanyaan yang diajukan kepada narasumber. Dengan adanya sosialisasi ini, masyarakat diharapkan dapat menerapkan penggunaan insulin pen dengan tepat secara mandiri, baik untuk diri sendiri maupun keluarga sekitar.
ЭФФЕКТИВНЫЕ ВАРИАНТЫ ПОДБОРА ЖЕЛАТЕЛЬНЫХ ТИПОВ ВЕРБЛЮДОВ ПОРОДЫ КАЗАХСКИЙ БАКТРИАН
Authors: Юлдашбаев Юсупжан , Баймуканов Айдар , Каргаева Макпал , Бекенов Даурен
Published: August 2023

Установлено, что в течении шести месяцев лактации средний суточный удой товарного молока составил у верблюдоматок казахского бактриана 4,06±0,24 кг, при среднем содержании жира в молоке 5,21±0,11%. Всего получено за 180 дней лактации 744,69±48,1 кг товарного молока и 38,82±0,25 кг молочного жира.

В условиях ТОО «УНПЦ Байсерке-Агро» проводится селекционная работа с двумя линиями верблюдов породы казахский бактриан: Темир-бура и Апорт-Бура. У бура-производителей линии «Темир – бура» живая масса в среднем составляет 800 кг, настриг шерсти 10,9 кг, промеры тела 188,0-163,5-245,5-25,5 см. У бура-производителей линии «Апорт– бура» живая масса в среднем составляет 784 кг, настриг шерсти 9,6 кг, промеры тела 186,8-169,2-240,2-25,2 см.

Верблюжата рождаются живой массой 33,62-36,75 кг. К шестимесячному возрасту живая масса достигает у верблюжат казахского бактриана: линии Темир-бура товарной группы 147,9±4,8 кг, желательной группы 173,3±6,2 кг; линии Апорт-бура товарной группы 139,5±3,4 кг и желательной группы 169,7±5,2 кг. Средний суточный прирост у верблюжат товарной группы (634,890-570,833 г) ниже в сравнении с желательной группой (770,611-744,055 г), в связи с чем коэффициент прироста составил у верблюжат товарной группы 3,40-2,79 и желательной группы 4,01-3,74.

Высокий показатель коэффициента корреляции селекционируемых признаков установлен между живой массой и настригом шерсти r=0,73, слабый между живой массой и удоем r=0,32, средний между формой вымени и удоем молока r=0,68, средний между формой сосков и удоем молока r=0,61.
The Effect of Conscious Cosmetics Selection Attributes of Generation Z on Perceived Value and Eco-friendly Consumption Efficacy
Authors: Park Eun-Hee , Lee In-Hee
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this research is to point out that problems such as abnormal weather and global warming are caused by environmental pollution caused by human activities due to recent changes in ecosystems and environments around the world. In this study, we studied the impact of Gen Z consumers' conscious cosmetic selection attributes on perceived value and eco-friendly consumption efficiency. This survey was conducted by a group of 297 conscious cosmetics consumers as part of the post-purchase experience from March 2-31, 2023. Gen Z conscious cosmetic choice attributes had a statistically significant effect on perceived value, and Gen Z conscious cosmetic choice attributes had a significant effect on eco-friendly consumption efficiency. In conclusion, this study is meaningful in analyzing the perceived value of consumer choice attributes of conscious cosmetics and the eco-friendly consumption effect, focusing on Generation Z, which companies are paying attention to. Combined with the above, the purpose of this study is to provide a basis for establishing marketing and advertising strategies for the conscious cosmetics industry market.
The Preparation and Sensory Evaluation of Post-waxing Aftercare Lotion
Authors: An Eun-Joo , Kim Min-Jung , Kim Jeong-Hee
Published: August 2023

In this study, we prepared a lotion containing Gymnema sylvestre Leaf Extract (GSLE) and evaluated its stability, safety, and usability. To assess stability, a series of scientific evaluations were conducted, including centrifugation testing and heat-cool cycling. Following the application of the Lycon, 5% GSLE lotion on the skin, a skin patch test was conducted to detect the presence of erythema in the designated patch area, in accordance with the established guidelines provided by the International Contact Dermatitis Research Group (ICDRG). Using a 10-point scale, the level of satisfaction resulting from actual usage was assessed. The stability of both the vehicle and the 5% GSLE lotion was found to be intact in terms of their physical and chemical properties. No adverse skin reactions were observed in any of the groups tested, which included the vehicle, Lycon lotion, and 5% GSLE lotion. Furthermore, when considering efficacy, functionality, and usability, the 5% GSLE lotion demonstrated the highest value. In terms of absorption, moisturization, smoothness, and calming effects, the Lycon lotion exhibited relatively lower performance compared to both the vehicle and the 5% GSLE lotion. Across all evaluation criteria, the 5% GSLE lotion was found to provide an excellent user experience.
Hair Art Study with Four Elements as Motif: Focusing on Water, Fire, Air, Earth
Authors: An Eunsu , Jin Yong-Mi
Published: August 2023

Humans have long been interested in exploring what fundamental materials make up the world, and tried to understand the world by discovering what are essential substances that make up all things. Therefore this research produced four up-style hair art works of water, fire, air and earth, inspired by four elements. In order to express fluidity and liquidity of water, Work 1 consists of hair art with contrasting soft and rough textures. In order to express flaming quality of fire, Work 2 consists of hair art with contrasting expressions of gentle warmth, intense heat from rising flames, and the element of death. In order to express dynamic properties of air, Work 3 consists of hair art with contrasting aspect of rising and falling. In order to express sturdiness of earth, Work 4 consists of hair art with contrasting qualities such as stability of resting and losing sense of directions. Researching works through these four elements reveal various materials and topics, that can become infinite source of inspiration. Hence, it’s necessary to view creative works from diverse perspectives, not limited to certain topics. Future studies on hair art could focus on further exploring various materials and subjects.
Effect of Beauty Like Commerce Characteristics on Consumer Happiness and Purchase Intention
Authors: Park Su-Jeong , Yang Eun-Jin
Published: August 2023

The spread of smart phones, people have been able to easily share information using social network services. Influencers, called one-person creators, have become involved in consumers' actual consumption and are increasing their influence in the beauty market. Like commerce, one of the trends of 2022, is a word that means the next generation distribution market where consumption begins through ‘Like’, proving the influence of influencers. Therefore, this study aims to find out the effect of beauty like commerce characteristics on consumer happiness and purchase intention, and to suggest effective marketing plans. For the empirical analysis, 300 copies of a self-administered questionnaire were used as the final analysis data for consumers in their 20s to 50s with experience in using beauty-related SNS, and SPSS ver. 25.0 statistical package program was used for analysis. As a result of the study, beauty like commerce characteristics had a significant effect on consumer happiness and purchase intention. There is also a significant correlation between consumer happiness and purchase intention, so if the latest and interesting content is produced and information is provided to consumers, it will elicit consumers’ ‘Like’ and give them a sense of happiness, increasing their purchase intention. A study that analyzes beauty like commerce, which emerged as a new trend in 2022, and connects the emotional attitude of consumers seeking happiness with consumption is theoretically significant in that it is the first study to attempt consumer happiness and purchase intention in beauty like commerce in an incomplete situation.
Poetics of the ghazal genre in uzbek poetry of the second half of the XX century
Authors:   Alisher Navo'i Tashkent State University of Uzbek Language and Literature, Rahmonova Shahnoza
Published: August 2023

The article reveals the role of the ghazal genre in the development of poetic form and content in Uzbek poetry in the second half of the twen-tieth century. The poems of Uzbek poets Habibi, Sabir Abdulla, Chustiy, Charkhiy, Erkin Vahidov, Abdulla Aripov are the basis for the analysis. The main theme of the article is to cover the issues related to the prosody cha- racteristics and content of the simple ghazal, ghazal-i qit’a, ghazali musajja’, ghazali muvashshahi ta’rikh and reversible ghazal metre in the works of these artists. It also discusses ghazal muvashshahi ta’rikh, which are not found in the history of Uzbek literature, and the possibilities of ghazal types with reversible prosody are analyzed.
About aims and organization of the first Turkological Conference
Authors:   Alisher Navo'i Tashkent State University of Uzbek Language and Literature, Xudoyberdiyev Jo'ra
Published: August 2023

In 1926 there was the first Turkological Conference in Boku, in which the issues of Turkic history, language and literature were discussed. The issues discussed in the conference have been analyzed from different point of views until nowadays. The press in the former soviet countries constantly advocated for this conference, as it was an important event in social-political life of Turkic nations. In the research of foreign specia- lists, this event is described as an important stage related to forming the language and history of Turkic nations under Bolshevik ideology. The at-tempts on this purpose carried out in the late 30s and later of the 20th cen-tury. It is an essential task for Turkologists and linguists to revise resources of that time which caused controversial opinions and to investigate them by comparing with the research in foreign countries. Before analyzing the material of the conference, it is necessary to identify when and why the idea of organizing this conference had occurred. Because there is no information about it in the research of Uzbek linguists. However, there are opinions not corresponding to each other in Russian and foreign works.Bilal N.Shimshiv, who investigated the development of Turkic wri-ting on the basic of Latin-based alphabet, writes that the idea of the con-ference of Turkish linguists appeared in 1923-1924s in Russia and in 1925 the preparation started. F.D. Ashin thinks that Shamoylivich put forward this idea. The letters by Samoylivish from S.Peterburg to Turkologist and linguist Gordlevskiya showed that this idea of the conference appeared in 1913.The analysis of the press from that time shows that the main aim of orginizing this conference is to transfer the alphabet of the nations into Russian alphabet.
Method of lexical analysis of dialectal texts
Authors:   Alisher Navo'i Tashkent State University of Uzbek Language and Literature, Enazarov Tolib
Published: August 2023

Dialectal words are lexical units that are actively used in Uzbek folk dialects and are rarely or not used at all at the level of literary language. They differ from words in literary language in that they have a dialectal meaning (s) and are only actively used in dialects. Opinions are expressed about their current number and types. The work done in the field of dialectal lexicon and dialectal lexicography is very limited relating to this field. At the same time, based on the tasks of science, it is possible to preserve the unique lexical richness of dialects by "creating an electronic dictionary and atlas based on the materials of Qarluq, Kipchak and Oguz dialects."It is recognized that there are several practical methods of collec- ting dialectal words, such as "Question-Answer", "Questionnaire". But none of them are as effective methods as the “lexical analysis of dialectal texts” method. This is because the ability to identify dialectal words on the basis of lexical analysis of the content of texts written from dialects has been used in practical experiments during dialectological practices. The article describes the process of recording and transcribing the speech of Dialect (Sheva) representatives as dialectal texts and identifying dialectal words in it as a method of “lexical analysis of dialectal texts”. Dialectal texts written from dialects are also provided as a proof of the said opinions.In the process of dialectological observations, it is advisable to use the following special methods, which are part of the method of analysis of dialectal texts: 1) The method of writing a dialectal text (s); 2) the method of transcribing it (s); 3) the method of determining the types of dialec-tal words based on the requirements of lexical analysis of dialectal texts; 4) a method of teaching dialectal words by analyzing them on the basis of dialectal texts; 5) A method of collecting dialect materials by preparing a "dialect dictionary".If this method is actively used, it will be possible to easily find at least from two and a half to three million dialectal words with the lexical richness of dialects, prepare dictionary articles for them and create mod-ern electronic dictionaries and atlases. It should also be noted that it has been proved that there are ten types of dialectal words. The method of analysis of dialectal texts put forward and tested during dialectological practices and the following special research methods can be used in the innovative project "Compilation of electronic dictionary and atlas based on materials of Qarluq, Kipchak and Oghuz dialects" to be demonstrated with reasoning and evidence from a practical point of view.
Analysis of Recognition of Twitter Posts using a Hybrid Machine Learning Approach
Authors: Anand Geet, Rajeev Yadav
Published: August 2023

Sentiment analysis of tweets has become a crucial task in understanding public opinion, sentiment trends, and brand perception. With the exponential growth of social media data, efficient and accurate sentiment analysis methods are essential. This research paper presents a comprehensive study on the design, simulation, and assessment of sentiment analysis of tweets using an improved machine learning methodology. The proposed methodology combines the strengths of natural language processing techniques and advanced machine learning algorithms to achieve superior performance in sentiment classificationIn the introduction, the paper outlines the significance of sentiment analysis and its applications in various domains. It discusses the challenges faced by traditional sentiment analysis approaches and highlights the need for more robust and accurate methodologies. The paper then delves into related works, exploring the existing state-of-the-art techniques and identifying gaps that the proposed methodology aims to address.The proposed methodology section details the steps involved in the sentiment analysis pipeline. It begins with data preprocessing, including tokenization, stop-word removal, and stemming. Feature extraction methods, such as TF-IDF and word embeddings, are explored and compared. Next, the paper presents an improved machine learning algorithm that combines ensemble learning and deep learning techniques. The model's architecture and training process are elaborated, along with the parameter tuning strategies to optimize performance.The results indicate that the proposed methodology outperforms traditional sentiment analysis approaches, achieving higher accuracy and robustness in sentiment classification. The paper highlights the model's strengths in handling sarcasm, irony, and context-specific language, which are common challenges in sentiment analysis. Furthermore, the efficiency of the proposed methodology is demonstrated through its ability to handle large-scale datasets in real-time. In conclusion, this research paper emphasizes the importance of sentiment analysis in understanding public opinion and its role in decision-making processes for businesses and governments. The proposed methodology exhibits promising results, making it a viable solution for sentiment analysis of tweets and other social media data. The study concludes by suggesting future research directions to further enhance sentiment analysis techniques and address emerging challenges in the field.
Analysis of Product Review Sentiment Analysis using Improved Machine Learning Techniques
Authors: Ashwini Bari, Rajeev Yadav
Published: August 2023

Sentiment analysis has emerged as a crucial task in the era of big data and social media. Understanding the sentiments expressed in product reviews is vital for businesses to gauge customer satisfaction and make informed decisions. This research paper presents a design simulation and assessment of product review sentiment analysis using improved machine learning techniques. The aim is to develop a robust sentiment analysis model that outperforms existing approaches in accuracy and efficiency. We propose a novel methodology that combines advanced feature extraction, sentiment classification algorithms, and model optimization techniques. The introduction provides an overview of the importance of sentiment analysis in the context of product reviews and the challenges faced by conventional methods. It also outlines the objectives and scope of this research. The related works section presents a comprehensive review of existing literature and highlights the limitations of current approaches. The proposed methodology section describes the technical details of our enhanced machine learning approach and the reasoning behind the selected techniques. In the analysis of sample results, we evaluate the performance of our proposed model on a diverse dataset of product reviews. We present the accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score metrics, along with a comparison to baseline models and state-of-the-art sentiment analysis systems. Furthermore, we discuss the model's robustness in handling various types of products and reviews.

Our research demonstrates significant improvements in sentiment analysis accuracy compared to traditional methods. We introduce tables and graphs to illustrate the model's performance in different scenarios and identify its strengths and weaknesses. The paper concludes by discussing the implications of our findings, potential applications in industry, and directions for future research. Overall, this research contributes to the advancement of sentiment analysis techniques and provides a valuable resource for businesses aiming to enhance their understanding of customer sentiments through product reviews.
Appetizers in development economics
Authors: Bell Ryder
Published: August 2023

First paragraph: In Edible Economics, South Korean development economist Ha-Joon Chang argues against the neoliberal philosophy that “has normalized self-serving behavior” (p. xxii). He contends that the discipline of economics is a determinant factor in idea creation and in the organization of our lives, and therefore it is useful to understand how economic theory translates into reality. He also believes that a broad understanding of economics can help “make our society a better place to live for us and the coming generations” (p. xxiv). Food, the author admits, does not fit seamlessly into this objective and is instead a device to reel in the attention of the reader before expanding on development economic theory. The marriage between personal food stories and economics can sometimes feel disjointed; the reader may wonder how a chapter beginning with the history of rye leads to Otto von Bismarck’s establishment of the welfare state. But, with Chang’s palpable gregariousness, love of food, and general self-awareness, his essays succeed in making economics more “edible.” . . .
Evaluating the FCC’s $10 Billion Gamble: Successfully Accelerating Access to Spectrum in Auction 107
Authors: Aher Gati , Post Phillip , Boyalakuntla Pranavi , Miner Grant , Heinrich Lieselotte , Mao Yuxiang , Musey Armand , Lohmeyer Whitney
Published: August 2023

This research analyzed how much bidders in the record-breaking C-Band spectrum (3.7–4.2 GHz) auction were willing to pay for earlier access to frequency rights and the policy implications of the incentive system employed by the Federal Communications Commission to clear the band on an accelerated timeline. The analysis found that bidders paid 20.7 percent more on average for licenses available two years earlier with no subsequent legal challenges. Even though it did not follow traditional price discovery, Auction 107 laid the groundwork for accelerating the transition of wide swaths of the spectrum.
Analysis of physicochemical components and antioxidants of four kinds of Guizhou honey
Authors: LIU Min , DENG Weixi , ZHANG Hongli , WU Yihua , WANG Lunxin , FAN Ying
Published: August 2023

The physicochemical profile composition of four different types of honey samples and their antioxidant activity were analyzed. The physicochemical properties, including fructose, glucose, sucrose, total phenols (TP), flavonoids, insoluble matter, 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF), amylase, sucrase, and 17 amino acids, and antioxidant power, were determined in four kinds of honey from Guizhou. The results showed significant differences in the physicochemical composition and antioxidant power of different honey samples. Among them, compared with other honey samples, Coptis chinensis Franc honey showed more TP and total phenolic content and a stronger antioxidant capacity. The correlation analysis showed that 5-HMF was negatively correlated with antioxidant indicators, TP, flavonoids, and multiple amino acids, implying that 5-HMF may affect the quality and biological activity of honey. Various amino acids were significantly correlated with antioxidant activity, TP, and flavonoids. Principal component analysis revealed that multiple amino acids played a major role in the first principal component (PC1), which may suggest that amino acids are an important factor in the quality of honey. Taken together, these findings provide a reference for further research on honey quality from different sources and its associated health effects.
Effective Speaking Skills and Coping Attitudes of Pediatric Nurses
Authors: COŞKUN ŞİMŞEK Didem , GÜNAY Ulviye
Published: August 2023

Objective: This descriptive and cross sectional study was carried out to analyse the effective speaking skills and coping attitudes of pediatric nurses. Method: The population of the study consists of 251 nurses working in pediatric clinics of two hospitals in the eastern region of Turkey. The data in the study were collected with Descriptive Information Form, Effective Speech Skills Scale and Coping Attitudes Assessment Scale. Results: It was found that pediatric nurses had a mean effective speech scale total score of 50.96 ±16.92 and a mean coping scale total score of 157.75±26.69. Positive significant association was found between mean effective speech scale sub-dimension scores and total scores and between mean coping attitude scale sub-dimension scores and total scores. Conclusions: It was found that descriptive characteristics of pediatric nurses such as age, years of working as a nurse and weekly working hours were effective on their effective speech skills and coping attitudes. It was found that nurses used their coping attitudes effectively as their effective speech skills developed. Effective speech skills of pediatric nurses were moderate. When nurses are faced with stressful events, they use their coping attitudes effectively
A case of refractory urinary fistula after partial nephrectomy treated with additional partial nephrectomy for suspected isolated calix
Authors: Katagiri Akiyoshi
Published: August 2023

Introduction: Urinary fistula is the major complication after partial nephrectomy and is occasionally refractory to conservative treatments.

Case Report: A 66-year-old man with renal cell carcinoma was treated with partial nephrectomy. Diagnosis of urinary fistula was triggered by drainage of perirenal abscess after surgery. Being refractory to ureteral stenting, a dilated ventral upper calix was detected in the subsequent fistulography, whereas the calix or its connection with the renal pelvis was not demonstrated in excretion phase of enhanced computed tomography. Considering the possibility of isolated calix due to infundibular injury besides the fistula communicating with the renal pelvis, we performed additional partial nephrectomy for the upper pole kidney and immediately closed the collecting system. The drain could be removed thereafter.

Conclusion: We report the first case of refractory urinary fistula after partial nephrectomy treated with additional partial nephrectomy.
ADOPTION OF DIGITAL VACCINATION SERVICES FROM A LITERALLY PROFESSIONAL VIEW: A COMMENTARY ON “IT IS THE CLICK FLOW, NOT THE VALUE” FROM A HEALTH CARE WORKERS AND AGILITY PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Alscher Alexander , Wissing Christian
Published: August 2023

The interplay of innovation and health care workers (HCWs) focusing on vaccination were key in mastering the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to serious health, social and economic problems worldwide (Holzmann-Littig et al., 2022). Apart from optimizing traditional approaches to contain the pandemic outbreak, such as hygiene rules, testing regime, contact tracing, quarantine (Saw et al., 2021), new mRNA-vaccines and innovative digital technologies such as vaccination platforms were introduced (Kis et al., 2021). In this context, the study “Adoption of Digital Vaccination Services: It Is the Click Flow, Not the Value—An Empirical Analysis of the Vaccination Management of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Germany” (Alscher et al., 2023) focused on the digital management of vaccination processes. Existing adoption theories and acceptance models from consumer market research were adapted to the public health sector and formed into a digital platform framework for policy makers and pandemic managers to manage public health services, such as vaccination offerings. Based on a survey in Germany’s federal state with the highest vaccination rate, results showed that (1) the usability barrier is the most important barrier which harms adoption, whereas the most emphasized value barrier does not play a dominant role in contrast to consumer market research. By analyzing the three digital platform configuration areas Communication, Data Management, Personalization, (2) Personalization stood out as the most important factor for managing the usability barrier by optimizing the best click flow on the digital health platform to address the needs, preferences, and situation of the citizens as users.

“Yet, the endgame of the pandemic is not vaccines; it is vaccination” (Dai & Song, 2021, p. 455) and thus, the fast implementation of the vaccination by health care workers (HCWs) are critical premises and antecedents for a successful vaccination adoption  (Scroggins et al., 2023). In this direction, we want to highlight the role of professional HCWs in the adoption of digital vaccination services: First, their own adoption of the vaccination as a role model and their position as first priority vaccination group, and second, their contribution in adapting their service to the new pandemic situation from an agility point of view.
Flow Control in a Rectangular Open Channel using Two Impermeable Spur Dikes: A Numerical Study
Authors: Hafiz Syed Moazzum Gillani  , Zain-ul-Hassan  , Hafiz Rana Azeem Sarwar  , Muhammad Sohail Jameel  , Waqar Hasan  , Ehsaan Manzoor  , Imran Khan
Published: August 2023

The present study examines how adjusting vegetation patches in a rectangular open channel with two impermeable spur dikes alters the displacement of the recirculation region. The Reynolds stress turbulence model is implemented via the 3D numerical code FLUENT (ANSYS). Mean stream-wise velocity profiles were drawn at selected positions and at mid of flow depth i.e., 3.5 cm, a horizontal plane is cut through the open channel for analyzing velocity contours and streamline flow. The findings indicate that the stream-wise velocity profiles showed fluctuations in the presence of different shapes and arrangement of cylindrical patch discussed and the maximum velocity within the field of spur dike is of the order of 0.018 m/s due to the prism shape. By changing the position of the cylindrical patch, the location of the recirculation region displaces within the field of impermeable spur dike.
Analysis of a City's Heat Island Effect on the Micro-Climate Parameters within Cities
Authors: Rishabh Sharma  , Khan Amadur Rahman  , Vasyl Tyshchenko  , Oksana Illiash  , Iryna Mezentseva
Published: August 2023

The Urban Heat Island (UHI) is a micro-climatic phenomenon that influences the urban areas by elevating its temperature. UHI not only causes the thermal discomfort but also exert serious health issues along with aggravation of urban microclimate. Although a lot of research has been done on this phenomenon but UHI effect on micro scale is still less explored. This paper attempts to make a contribution in UHI studies of micro-climate.  It consists of examination of UHI impact on microclimate of Aligarh city areas using mobile traverse method. This study determined the presence and extent of UHI’s microclimate variation within urban communities of different environmental layout and functional uses. The UHI effect started to appear from early afternoon and continue to rise with maximum UHI intensity recorded at early night. The highest recorded UHI intensity was 3.1 °C (at 21:00 hrs.), and the lowest was 0.6 °C (at 09:00 hrs.). A comparison of two districts of the same city located at a distance of 3 km and differing in population density, the number of buildings and landscaping showed that in the L1 area with more dense population and low landscaping, the temperature was consistently higher during the daily period; also in the L1 region had less humidity, which, combined with the already high temperature, makes it difficult to breathe and control the microclimate. These findings can be used for consideration for the future sustainable development of the affected area in regard of thermal comfort, environmental health and urban planning.
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ՀԻՄՆԱԽՆԴԻՐԸ ԵՎ ԱՌԿԱ ՀԱԿԱՍՈՒԹՅՈՒՆԸ ՔՐԵԱԻՐԱՎԱԿԱՆ ԱՅԼ ՆՈՐՄԻ ՎԵՐԼՈՒԾՈՒԹՅԱՆ ՀԱՄԱՏԵՔՍՏՈՒՄ/THE PROBLEM OF LEGISLATIVE FORMULATION OF THE CORPUS DELICTI OF ABANDONMENT IN DANGER AND THE EXISTING CONTRADICTION IN THE CONTEXT OF ANALYSIS OF OTHER LEGAL NORMS/ПРОБЛЕМА ЗАКОНОДАТЕЛЬНОЙ ФОРМУЛИРОВКИ СОСТАВА ОСТАВЛЕНИЯ В ОПАСНОСТИ И ДЕЙСТВУЮЩЕЕ ПРОТИВОРЕЧИЕ В КОНТЕКСТЕ АНАЛИЗА ДРУГИХ УГОЛОВНО-ПРАВОВЫХ НОРМ
Authors: Ayvazyan Aram
Published: August 2023

The article is devoted to social and moral grounds and necessity of legislative enshrinement of the corpus delicti of abandonment in danger cited by the Criminal Code of the RA, and comments of various criminologists on this issue. The problem of legislative formulation of the corpus delicti of abandonment in danger in the RA Criminal Code and the existing contradiction in the context of combination with other provisions of the Criminal Code have been raised, and a number of necessary recommendations has been proposed. The wording available in the special part of the criminal legislation of the RA regarding the mentioned corpus delicti contradicts one of the universal legal regulations fixed and declared by the general part of that legislation, and this article aims to raise and solve the problem that has unintentionally arisen. In particular, according to the existing definition, if a person shows inactivity, then, in any case, the person is subject to criminal liability, which in itself causes a contradiction with other criminal law regulations. Meanwhile, according to the Criminal Code of the RA, an act committed through inaction causes criminal liability if a person has a duty to perform an action by a legal act, or this duty derives from his/her assumed obligation, or derives from his/her previous behavior that endangered the interests protected by the law or caused damage to someone.
Utilization of Green Materials and Technology for Sustainable Construction in Malaysia
Authors: Lau Yu Yan , Talukdar Gaurav , Widyasamratri Hasti , Wang Jie , El-shaammari Mohamed
Published: August 2023

The aim of this study is to investigate the impact of the construction industry on the environment in Malaysia and propose strategies for mitigating its adverse effects through the adoption of sustainable building techniques. The study recognizes the importance of a healthy ecosystem in promoting health conditions, improving living standards, and ensuring a sustainable future for the nation. However, the recent population expansion has placed increased pressure on Malaysia's building industry and infrastructure, resulting in environmental degradation caused by the construction sector. To address this issue, the study examines the overall framework of ecological management implemented in Malaysia's construction industry. It evaluates key aspects of construction management, including the formulation and implementation of environmental policies, the involvement of stakeholders in decision-making processes, and the effective management of construction waste. Additionally, the study conducts a comprehensive assessment of specific regulations and guidelines pertaining to construction waste, water contamination, and air pollution, all of which are prevalent issues in Malaysia's construction activities. Furthermore, the study highlights the benefits of using green materials in construction to minimize environmental impact and enhance overall quality of life. It explores the implementation of green technologies in Malaysia, considering their advantages and disadvantages within the local context. By doing so, the study aims to provide insights into the challenges faced in the widespread adoption of green technologies, taking into account the perspectives of the government, economy, society, and available resources. Ultimately, the study emphasizes the need for collaboration among all stakeholders to address environmental damage effectively. It stresses the importance of an inclusive approach, ensuring that no one is left behind in the efforts to rectify the situation and prevent further deterioration of the environment. By taking proactive measures and implementing sustainable building techniques, it is hoped that the construction industry in Malaysia can contribute to a greener and more sustainable future for the nation.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPEAKING ANXIETY ON THE 6TH SEMESTER STUDENTS OF ENGLISH EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Authors: Didipu Nadzly W. , Pelenkahu Noldy , Tuerah Ignatius
Published: August 2023

The aim of this research is to discover the existence, the average level, and the most common type of foreign language speaking anxiety on college students. The approach of this research is quantitative. The research is conducted at the English Education Department of Universitas Negeri Manado. The population of the respondents of this research is the 6th semester students of the English Education Department of Universitas Negeri Manado. The sample consists of 20 respondents of the 6th semester students chosen using the random sampling process. The research instrument that the writers use in this study is the Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety Scale (FLSAS). The finding of this research shows that all of the respondents have experienced symptoms of speaking anxiety and have an average level of 90,3 for speaking anxiety. It is also found that the cause for foreign language speaking anxiety on most of the students is test anxiety. The result of the research suggests that the 6th semester students of the English Education Department of Universitas Negeri Manado have speaking anxiety with an average level of Moderate, and the most common type of speaking anxiety was Test Anxiety.
PERSONIFICATION IN MARIAH CAREY’S SONG LYRICS
Authors: Siow Angelia Firstnov , Wowor , Deane J. , Rorimpandey Rinny
Published: August 2023

The research is done in order to identify and describe the expressions of personification in Mariah Carey’s selected song lyrics. This study is only focuse on the personification expressions in the song lyrics of popular female singer Mariah Carey. Since there are a lot of albums populariz by Mariah Carey during her singing career, the researcher only took albums that consists of song lyrics with personification use to be the subject of the study This study has conduct in qualitative method or also call descriptive research. In this research, the data were collect from the song lyrics of Mariah Carey. The data is analyzingusing the theory According to Miles and Hubermen (2007: 139-140). Based on the result, thirty personification data has found in Mariah Carey’s song lyrics. Language is fundamental to all social processes, and human do need language to communicate to each other. In social process, there are people who communicate more than the say the use language that indicate meaning more than the language does. This terms called figurative language (Samola and Maru; 2016:1). Figurative languages are used in the song lyrics. Specifically, personification is the figurative langugae found through this study. the function of using personifcation expressions is to beautify or decorate the songlyrics them selves so that it is effective in attracting public and the meaning is beautifully delivered to the song listeners. Language style can be help readers and listeners to better understand a meaning of songs, how composer use words in their lyrics, and how does that mean The composer use personification so that the meaning of the wors use become more touching and beautiful.
COURAGE IN HARPER LEE’S TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Authors: Lambaiga Nadia Deibi , Maru Mister Gidion , Kumajas Tirza
Published: August 2023

This research is entitled Courage In Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird. The aim of this study is to find out the courage in the novel. Objective approach is applied in analysing the data to find out the courage in the novel. Qualitative research is descriptive. The data collected are in the form of words and pictures rather than numbers. The objective approach is applied because the analysis only focused on the novel itself. The results showed that the portrait of courage is detected through the reflections of the way that Atticus dare to defend blacks, and Atticus' attitude and actions who worked diligently and painstakingly to prove Tom Robinson's accusations untrue, This novel tries to demonstrate how the world and the people in it live a harmonious life together, through basic moral attitudes and actions, namely treating others with respect and kindness.