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Ultrasonic Beam Induced Resistance Change
Authors: Matsumoto Toru
Published: August 2022

Researchers have developed an imaging technique that reveals wiring defects in packaged ICs without requiring decapsulation. The sensing mechanism is based on resistance changes, similar to IR-OBIRCH, but instead of an IR beam, the metal conductors in the chip are heated by ultrasonic waves. This article describes the basic principles of ultrasonic beam induced resistance change (SOBIRCH) imaging and demonstrates its effectiveness in a wide range of applications, including multilayer metal stacks.
Scanning Probe Microscopy Applications in Failure Analysis of Semiconductor Devices
Authors: Wang Xiang-Dong
Published: August 2022

Scanning probe microscopy (SPM) is widely used for fault isolation as well as diagnosing leakage current, detecting open circuits, and characterizing doping related defects. In this article, the author presents two SPM applications that are fairly uncommon but no less important in the scope of failure analysis. The first case involves the discovery of nano-steps on the surface of high-voltage NFETs, a phenomenon associated with stress-induced crystalline shift along the (111) silicon plane. In the second case, the author uses an AFM probe in the conductive mode to correlate tunneling current distribution with hot spots in high-k gate oxide films, which is shown to be a better indicator of oxide quality than rms surface roughness.
STEM EBIC: Toward Predictive Failure Analysis at High Resolution
Authors: Hubbard William A.
Published: August 2022

The ability to discern the composition and placement of atoms in a sample makes TEM one of the most powerful characterization tools for microelectronic components. For many devices, however, the dynamics underlying normal operation do not displace atoms. Device function is, instead, mediated by electronic and thermal processes that have little effect on physical structure, necessitating additional tools to determine the causes of failure. In this article, the author presents results indicating that STEM EBIC, with the new SEEBIC mode, can provide electronic contrast that complements the physical-based contrast of STEM imaging. By identifying device features at higher risk of failure, the two methods may open a path to predictive failure analysis.
The Threat of Malicious Circuit-Board Alteration: Attack Taxonomy and Examples
Authors: Russ Samuel H.
Published: August 2022

Circuit boards are vulnerable to a wide range of ill-intentioned modifications done to gain access to information or malevolently influence control. This article describes the various ways attacks on circuit board can occur and presents examples showing how such attacks might look. It also provides general guidelines for protecting circuit-board design integrity.
Determination of Indenter Crack Probability on Multilayer Stacks using an Acoustic Emission Test Method
Authors: Unterreitmeier Marianne , Nagler Oliver
Published: August 2022

Engineers at Infineon Technologies have developed a way to detect probing-induced fracture in semiconductor wafers in real-time using acoustic emission sensing and burst-signal energy filtering techniques. In this article, they describe the measurement procedure and demonstrate its use on complex semiconductor pad stacks. They also present experimental results that shed new light on the relationship between probe tip contact force and crack probability in thin, brittle layers typical of BEOL layer stacks in CMOS ICs.
Aggression and bullying: a literature review examining their relationship and effective anti-bullying practice in schools
Authors: Kaliampos George , Katsigiannis Kostas , Fantzikou Xrysoula
Published: August 2022

Power relationships exists among students in schools which are often characterized by violent and aggressive behaviors. The current study deals with the concept of bullying. In particular, through literature review methodology, it aspires to answer into the following two research questions; ‘what is the evidence for a relationship between aggression and bullying’ and ‘what can be done in order to deal effectively with bullying in schools. Regarding the first research question, there seems to be a close connection between aggression and bullying. Indeed, both proactive and reactive aggression can be found in bullying. Nevertheless, it is stated that while aggression is a normal feeling which should not be suppressed, bullying is socially unacceptable. It can causes hurt to the victim and therefore it must be contemned in the most explicitly way. As for the second research question, whole school policies which take into account the social nature of bullying should be adopted by educators. Moreover, peer mediation schemes are discussed and a balance argument is given for them.
Existence and asymptotic behavior of solutions for Choquard equations with singular potential under Berestycki–Lions type conditions
Authors: Zhu Rui , Tang Xianhua
Published: August 2022

We prove the existence and asymptotic behavior of solutions to the following problem: [Formula: see text] where [Formula: see text] is called the Coulomb potential, [Formula: see text] is called the Hardy potential (the inverse-square potential). [Formula: see text] are parameters, [Formula: see text] is the Riesz potential. Moreover, the nonlinearity f satisfies Berestycki–Lions type conditions which are introduced by Moroz and Van Schaftingen ( Trans. Amer. Math. Soc. 367 (2015) 6557–6579). When [Formula: see text] and [Formula: see text], under some mild assumptions on V, we establish the existence and asymptotic behavior of solutions. Particularly, our results extend some relate ones in the literature.
The effect of two different stretching exercises on the muscle tendon unit and range of motion
Authors: Kaya Mustafa , Gokce Erkan , Demirturk Funda
Published: August 2022

BACKGROUND:

Stretching is commonly used for clinical and sports reason but the effects vary on time and the technique used.

PURPOSE:

To determine the acute effects of static and dynamic stretching of gastrocnemius muscle on muscle-tendon unit (MTU) and dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) in the same individuals; to find out how long the stretching effects endure.

METHODS:

Twenty-eight males (mean age: 22.18 [Formula: see text] 2.58 years) were included in the study. A 45-s static stretching (SS) exercise was applied to the right leg 5 times and dynamic stretching (DS) of same duration to the other leg. Change in MTU was assessed by ultrasonography and active and passive ROM was measured with goniometer. All evaluations were performed before, immediately following, 5-min, 15-min and 30-min after stretching.

RESULTS:

Muscle thickness and pennation angle did not change over time with either techniques ([Formula: see text] 0.05). A significant muscle-tendon junction (MTJ) displacement occurred after the techniques ([Formula: see text] 0.05); the highest change was achieved after DS ([Formula: see text] 0.05). Both techniques improved active ROM values similarly ([Formula: see text] 0.05), but only dynamic stretching increased passive ROM significantly ([Formula: see text] 0.05). Active and passive ROM and MTJ displacement values at 30[Formula: see text] – min were still higher than the baseline ones on the DS side ([Formula: see text] 0.05). However, SS increased active ROM angle immediately after application but this increment declined until the final measurement.

CONCLUSION:

We recommend using the dynamic stretching technique to achieve greater and longer lasting increases in tendon length and range of motion.
Insulator image autonomous recognition and defect intelligent detection based on multispectral image
Authors: Wei Zixiang , Hao Yanjun
Published: August 2022

Insulator determines the insulation level and power supply reliability of transmission lines. The traditional operation and maintenance method of insulators has a large workload. This paper presents an insulator recognition and fault diagnosis system based on image recognition and machine learning. Firstly, the composite insulators in complex backgrounds have been identified by Faster RCNN algorithm, which helps to extract the image of insulators by drone shot. Then, the cracking of umbrella skirts has been carried out by means of image processing. Also, the contamination of composite insulator umbrella skirts is also identified. The appropriate feature quantity by Fisher’s discrimination is recommended, and the insulator contamination level has been identified by S component. Lastly, analyzing the infrared image of the insulator provides the basis for the normalization of insulator temperature rise detection results in different environments. Insulator image autonomous recognition and defect intelligent detection, which is based on deep reinforcement learning, is helpful for the operation, maintenance and repair of line insulators.
Minimum standards of clinical practice for physiotherapists working in critical care units in Ireland: a modified Delphi technique
Authors: O’Malley Niamh , O’Neill Brenda
Published: August 2022

INTRODUCTION: Physiotherapists in Irish hospitals with critical care units deliver physiotherapy services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is a perceived lack of consistency in the level of clinical competence, required skills and content of training between hospitals, compounded by the absence of a national policy, procedure or clinical framework for physiotherapists working in critical care. The study aimed to identify the minimum standards of clinical practice expected of physiotherapists working in critical care settings in Ireland. METHODS: A modified Delphi technique was used to survey a panel of senior and clinical specialist physiotherapists working in critical care units in Ireland to obtain consensus of items. The questionnaire of 214 items was completed over three rounds. Items were determined ‘Essential/Not Essential/Unsure’ by participants. Items that did not reach consensus were included in the subsequent round with additional items suggested by participants. RESULTS: 25/46(54%) physiotherapists completed the first round, with 17 and 13 completing round 2 and round 3 respectively. A total of 220 items were included, 120 of which were deemed essential for a minimum standards of independent clinical practice in Irish critical care units. Fifty-six items were considered not essential while consensus was not reached on 44 items. CONCLUSIONS: This study identified 120 items of knowledge and clinical skills considered essential as a minimum standard by physiotherapists working in Irish critical care units. Further discussion is required to determine how these results can be applied to guide clinical practice for physiotherapists working in critical care in Ireland.
Performance testing for different peak expiratory flow meters
Authors: Wu Zhongping , Huang Ruibo , Zhong Liping , Zheng Jinping , Gao Yi
Published: August 2022

BACKGROUND: Peak expiratory flow meters (PEFMs) have emerged as primary tools used for diagnosing and monitoring a range of respiratory diseases including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and the performance of these meters will thus impact disease evaluation. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was therefore to assess the technical performance of mechanical and electronic PEFMs commonly used in clinical practice. METHODS: The accuracy, repeatability, airflow resistance, frequency response, and linearity of five electronic and seven mechanical PEFMs were measured using a standard flow/volume simulator in accordance with nine A-waveforms and three B-waveforms defined in ISO 23747:2015 issued by the International Standards Organization (ISO). RESULTS: The accuracy, repeatability, linearity, airflow resistance, and frequency response pass rates for these 12 different PEFM brands were 41.67%, 75.00%, 50.00%, 75.00%, and 25.00%, respectively. Just 16.67% (2/12) of the tested PEFMs met all evaluated criteria, whereas the remaining PEFMs partially met these criteria. There were no significant differences between the two tested PEFM types in the low flow rate waveform test (P> 0.05), although there were significant differences in the medium and high flow rate waveform test (P< 0.05). In addition, the overall PEFMs test had poor accuracy and good repeatability, although most of the repeatability errors occurred in the BTPS state. CONCLUSION: PEFMs commonly used in clinical settings exhibit variable technical performance, and relevant departments need to strengthen PEFM quality control and management in China.
An accurate fault location method for wireless sensor network based on random matrix theory
Authors: Wang Qi
Published: August 2022

In order to improve the effect of fault location, this paper proposes an accurate fault location method for wireless sensor networks based on random matrix theory. The standard non Hermite matrix is used to extract accurate fault location data. Considering the volatility of the original data, the original random matrix is preprocessed. Based on the real-time sliding time window method, the space-time characteristic data of network faults are determined, and the precise fault location of wireless sensor networks based on random matrix theory is realized.Experimental results show that the false positive rate of the proposed method is only 2%. The average fault location accuracy is as high as 96.4% and the fault location time is only 15.1 s, which shows that the proposed method has a good location effect.
IMPLEMENTASI PUTUSAN HAKIM DALAM PENETAPAN DISPENSASI PERKAWINAN ANAK USIA DINI DI PENGADILAN AGAMA BOYOLALI
Authors: Renaldy Khrisna Nurdiyanto  , Yudhi Widyo Armono  , Sumarwoto
Published: August 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Implemntasi putusan Hakim Pengadilan Agama Boyolali dalam menyelesaikan perkara dispensasi perkawinan Nomor 321/Pdt.P/2020/PA.Bi. dan untuk mengetahui faktor yang mendasari ditolaknya permohonan dispensasi perkawinan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode pendekatan normatif yang bersifat deskriptif karena penelitian menggunakan ketetapan undang-undang tentang perkawinan UU No. 1 Tahun 1974 sebagaimana UU No.16 Tahun 2019 tentang Perkawinan Pengumpulan data menggunakan dengan cara menhgumpulkann dan menghimpun dari bahan hukum primer, sekunder dan tersier yang berkaitan dengan dispensasi perkawinan. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode analisis data berupa kualitatif. Metode ini dilakukan dengan cara mempelajari buku-buku kepustakaan, literatur yang berkaitan dengan dispensasi perkawinan. Hasil penelitian ini adalah Implemntasi putusan Hakim Pengadilan Agama Boyolali dalam memutus perkara dispensasi perkawinan Nomor 321/Pdt.P/2020/PA.Bi mengacu pasal 7 ayat (1) UU No. 1 tahun 1974 sebagaimana Undang-Undang No.16 Tahun 2019  tentang Perkawinan. Implemntasi putusan hakim yang digunakan Pengadilan Agama Boyolali dalam memutus perkara Nomor 321/Pdt.P/2020/PA.Bi ialah salah satunya pasal 49 ayat (1); (2) UU No. 7 tahun 1989 mengalami perubahan UU No. 23 tahun 2006. Implemntasi putusan hakim yang mendasari dikabulkanya permohonan dispensasi perkawinan dengan Nomor 321/Pdt.P/2020/PA.Bi karena terjadinya penolakan KUA terlebih dahulu terhadap dispensasi pernikahan dibawah umur yang hendak melakukan perkawinan.Hal ini dapat dilihat dalam pasal 7 UU No. 1 tahun 1974 sebagaimana Undang-Undang No.16 Tahun 2019 tentang Perkawinan dan pasal 15 ayat (2) KHI. akan tetapi  memberikan dispensasi atau kelonggran atas permohonan kepada pemohon. Dalam dikabulkanya permohonan dispensasi perkawinan Majelis Hakim melihat fisik dan mental dari anak pemohon layak atau tidaknya melangsungkan pernikahan. Karena sangat penting untuk mengetahui alasan-alasan yang sah untuk memberi izin tentang dispensasi perkawinan.
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Traditional and Post-activation Potentiation Warm-up Methods on EMG Variables of Selected Lower Limb Muscles During Squat Jump
Authors:   Department of Sport Biomechanics, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Bu-Ali Sina University, Hamedan, Iran., Anbarian Mehrdad , Avazzadeh Samani Sajad ,   Department of Sport Biomechanics, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Bu-Ali Sina University, Hamedan, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Purpose: A proper warm-up method can be used as a strategy to improve the performance of athletes in various sports fields. The present study aimed to compare the effect of two traditional and post-activation potentiation (PAP) warm-up methods on electromyographic variables of lower limb muscles during squat jumps. Methods: Fourteen trained male athletes randomly performed three different protocols: traditional warm-up method, dynamic post-activation potentiation (PD) by implementing two dynamic half-squat repetitions with 90% 1RM (one rep maximum), and static post-activation potentiation (PS) warm-up by implementing two static half-squat repetitions with 90% 1RM. Vertical jump tests were performed five minutes after implementing each protocol (recovery time). EMG activity of the rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, biceps femoris, semi-tendinous, medial gastrocnemius, and tibialis anterior was recorded. Also, the co-contraction index and median frequencies were calculated. Repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used for data analysis (P<0.05). Results: The results of this study showed that the activity level of all muscles in the concentric and flight phases, the co-contraction index of the ankle and knee joints, and also median frequencies of rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, semi-tendinous, biceps femoris, and medial gastrocnemius significantly changed in the PD and PS warm-up methods compared to the traditional warm-up method (P≥0.05). Also, the activity level of rectus femoris, vastus medialis, and biceps femoris muscles had a significant difference between the PD and PS compared to the traditional warm-up method in the eccentric phases (P≥0.05). Conclusion: According to the study results, the PAP warm-up method can improve the performance of athletes in training and competition conditions.
The Impact of OKC Exercises and TRX Exercises on Shoulder Joint Proprioception in Overhead Athletes With Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors:   Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Human Sciences, Yasouj University, Yasouj, Iran., Saadatian Aboozar , Babaei Khorzoghi Mojtaba ,   Sport Injuries and Corrective Exercises, Center of Physical Education, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran., Sahebozamani Mansour ,   Department of Sport Injuries and Corrective Exercises, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman., Taghi Karimi Mohammad ,   Department of Orthotics and Prosthetics, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Purpose: Sub-acromial impingement syndrome (SAIS) is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain and affects shoulder joint proprioception. The closed kinetic chain (CKC) exercises with sling are more effective and safer than open kinetic chain (OKC) exercises. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of OKC and total-body resistance exercises (TRX) sling training on shoulder joint position sense (JPS) in overhead athletes with shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS). Methods: This article was a randomized control trial (RCT) study conducted in Kerman City, Iran, in 2019. The research sample included 33 overhead athletes with SIS who were randomly classified into three groups: OKC, sling, and control groups. Joint position sense (JPS) was evaluated in external rotation (ER), internal rotation (IR), and abduction of the dominant arm in the target angle concerning the shoulder range of motion with the Leighton flexometer. The obtained data were analyzed using the analysis of covariance (ANCOVA). Results: The post-intervention results showed that a significant difference was observed between groups (ER, P<0.001; IR, P<0.001; abduction P<0.001). The change in the sling exercises group was significantly higher in ER, and IR, except abduction JPS than in OKC (P=0.001, P=0.001, P=0.235, respectively) and control groups (P<0.001, P<0.001, P<0.001, respectively). Change in the OKC group was significantly higher in ER, IR, and abduction JPS (P=0.001, P=0.019, P<0.001, respectively) than in the control group. The OKC and sling exercise improved the shoulder JPS of overhead athletes with SIS. Conclusion: The study results showed that the sling exercises were more effective than the OKC exercise for the shoulder JPS because these exercises were CKC and performed on an unstable level.
The Role of Core Stability Exercises on Internal Rotator Cuff Muscles Strength and its Motor Function in Amateur Archers
Authors:   Department of Physical Education, Roozbeh Institute of Higher Education, Zanjan, Iran., Safari Zanjani Farhad , Haghani Ali ,   Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Zanjan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Zanjan, Iran., Mousavi Seyyed Hossein ,   Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Zanjan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Zanjan, Iran., Safari Zanjani Hooman ,   Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Zanjan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Zanjan, Iran., Muniroglu Surhat ,   Faculty of Sport Sciences, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey.
Published: August 2022

Purpose: Most studies have examined the effect of stretching and strengthening exercises on the glenohumeral joint (shoulder joint). However, due to the importance of the relationship between core stability and pectoral girdle, especially in archery athletes, this study aimed to investigate the effect of six weeks of core stability exercises on the internal rotator muscle strength of the glenohumeral joint and its motor function in male archers. Methods: For this purpose, 30 athletes were randomly divided into 2 groups of 15: with core stability exercises (experimental group) and without core stability exercises (control group). The motor function was measured using the upper quarter Y-balance test (UQYBT), and the muscle strength of the lumbar muscles was measured using a hand-held dynamometer (HHD). Then, the experimental group underwent a selected exercise program for 6 weeks. Both groups were tested again (post-test). SPSS software version 21 was used to analyze the collected data; also, independent and dependent samples t-tests were used to compare the data. The significance level in the test was determined at 95%. Results: Changes in posttest results on internal rotator muscle strength (P=0.001) and motor function (P=0.022) showed a significant difference between the two groups. Conclusion: Therefore, due to the effect of core stability exercises on the above variables, it is recommended that archery athletes, in addition to specific exercises, do such exercises to improve the function of the glenohumeral joint.
Use of structural modeling to explain high school students obsessive beliefs based on symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression, metacognitive beliefs, and self-esteem: The mediating role of inferential confusion
Authors:   PhD Student, Department of Psychology, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran., Sarlak Masoumeh , Lotfi Kashni Farah ,   Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran, Mirhashmi Malek ,   Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Roudehen Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Thoughts, impulses, or images that are distressing and intrusive characterize obsessive-compulsive disorder. On the other hand, obsessive beliefs are important in turning intrusive thoughts into obsessive thoughts. Aim: This study aimed to present a structural model to explain obsessive beliefs among high school students, based on the symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression, metacognitive beliefs, and self-esteem, considering the mediating role of inferential confusion. Method: In this correlational study, the statistical population included all secondary high school students in Aligudarz, Lorestan Province, Iran, during the 2020-2021 academic years. A total of 300 individuals were selected using cluster sampling. Data were collected using the Obsessive Beliefs Questionnaire (OBQ-44), Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), Metacognitions questionnaire-30 (MCQ-30), Inferential Confusion Questionnaire-Expanded Version (ICQ-EV), and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES). Data analysis was performed using structural equation modeling in SPSS-20 and AMOS-24. Results: The goodness of fit indices of the measurements model (2/df=3.12, RMSEA=0.084) supported the good fitness of the model. Also, the goodness of fit indices of the structural model (2/df=2.24, RMSEA=0.064) indicated the good fit of the model for the collected data. Conclusion: Based on the results, metacognitive beliefs, symptoms of stress, depression, and anxiety, and self-esteem are among factors affecting obsessive beliefs; inferential confusion plays a mediating role in their association with obsessive beliefs. Therefore, elimination or moderation of contributing factors is essential for correcting obsessive-compulsive beliefs.
The effectiveness of metacognitive group counseling on internet addiction and academic procrastination of students
Authors:   PhD Candidate, Department of Counseling, University of Kharazmi, Tehran, Iran., Ilanloo Hossein , Ahmadi Sedigheh ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling, University of Kharazmi, Tehran, Iran, Zahrakar Kianoosh ,   Professor, Department of Counseling, University of Kharazmi, Tehran, Iran., Gómez-Benito Juana ,   Professor, Department of Psychometrics, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Internet addiction and academic procrastination dangerous consequences and a high prevalence among adolescents and students. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of metacognitive group counseling on internet addiction and academic procrastination of students. Method: This quasi-experimental study had a control-group, pretest-posttest, two-month followup design. The statistical population consisted of all male high school students in Takestan, Iran, in the academic year of 2020-2021. A total of 30 people were randomly selected and divided into two experimental (n=15) and control (n=15) groups. Data were collected using the Questionnaires of Academic Procrastination (Solomon and Rathblum, 1984) and Internet Addiction (Young, 1996). The experimental group received metacognitive group counseling. data were analyzed using multivariate analysis of covariance and repeated measures ANOVA in SPSS-26. Results: The results of analysis of covariance showed a significant difference between the experimental and control groups in reducing internet addiction (η2=0.36, P<0.01, F=14.63) and academic procrastination (η2=0.37, P<0.01, F=15.34). The results of repeated measures ANOVA showed the persistent effectiveness of metacognitive therapy in reducing internet addiction and academic procrastination in the long run. Conclusion: Based on the present findings, metacognitive group counseling was effective in reducing the students educational procrastination and internet addiction. It is suggested to consider metacognitive group counseling sessions for students in school activities to improve their academic progress and reduce their internet addiction.
Development of a causal model of marital commitment based on forgiveness and differentiation mediated by marital intimacy and the effectiveness of this model on the quality of marital relationships
Authors:   PhD Student, Department of Counseling, Sanandaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj, Iran., Moghimi Sonbol , Moradi Omid ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling, Sanandaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj, Iran, Asrin Seyedoshohadaei Seyede ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran., Ahmadian Hamzeh ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Sanandaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Introduction: The most important element of society is the family. Accordingly, the study of factors that play a role in marital commitment is also of fundamental importance. Aim: The aim of this study was to develop a causal model of marital commitment based on forgiveness and differentiation mediated by marital intimacy and the effectiveness of this model on the quality of marital relationships. Method: In terms of quantitative nature, practical purpose and data collection method, this study was a correlation of structural equation analysis. The statistical population of the study included all married employees of education in districts 1 and 2 of Sanandaj city in the academic year 2018-2019. Using cluster sampling method, 30 people were selected and replaced in experimental and control groups. In order to collect data, Marital Commitment Questionnaire, Marital Intimacy Scale, Self-Differentiation Questionnaire, Family Forgiveness Scale and Marital Relationship Quality Questionnaire were used. Analysis of covariance using SPSS-21 was used for statistical analysis of data. Results: The results of structural equation analysis showed that forgiveness (P≤0.01, β=0.47), differentiation (P≤0.05, β=0.13), and intimacy (P≤0.05, β=0.12) has an indirect effect on marital commitment and forgiveness (0.08) and differentiation (0.02) through intimacy on marital commitment. Conclusion: The results showed that forgiveness, differentiation and intimacy affect marital commitment and effectiveness on the quality of marital relationships and it is suggested that the outlines of the program in the implementation of workshops and information about education and expression of importance Variables related to marital commitment should be the basis.
Investigate the mediating role of value orientation in predicting life satisfaction based on dark and light personality traits and emotional differentiation
Authors:   Ph.D Student, Department of Psychology, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran., Alipour Gourand Batoul , Azmoudeh Masoumeh ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran, Esmaielpour Khalil ,   Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran., Hosseini Nasab Seyed Davod ,   Professor, Department of Psychology, Tabriz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Life satisfaction is influenced by personality traits, including dark and light personality traits, and emotional differentiation. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the mediating role of value orientation in predicting life satisfaction based on dark and light personality traits and emotional differentiation. Method: In this descriptive, correlational study, the structural equation modeling was applied. The statistical population consisted of people, referred to the health centers of Tabriz, Iran, in 2022. A total of 400 people were selected by the available sampling method. For data collection, the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) by Diner et al., Johnson & Webster's Dark Triad Personality (DTP) Questionnaire, Light Triple Personality (LTP) Questionnaire by Kaufman et al., Drake and Murdock’s Differentiation of Self Inventory-Short Form (DSI-SF), and Schwartz’s Value Survey (SVS) were used. For data analysis, the structural equation modeling in AMOS software was applied. Results: The results indicated the direct significant role of dark (β=-0.38) and light (β=0.34) personality traits, as well as emotional differentiation (β=0.29) in predicting life satisfaction. Besides, an indirect relationship was found between these variables and life satisfaction, with the mediating role of value orientation (P<0.05). Conclusion: The component of value orientation mediated the relationship between life satisfaction and dark/light personality traits and emotional differentiation. These findings can have practical implications for counselors and psychologists to increase life satisfaction.
The effect of mental and muscle fatigue on spatial working memory
Authors:   PhD Candidate, Department of Behavioral Sciences and Cognitive and Sports Technology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran., Tahan Arezou , Farsi Alireza ,   Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences and Cognitive and Sports Technology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Fatigue is a gradual and cumulative process. This mindset is related to the lack of motivation to make any effort, as well as decreased efficiency, attentiveness, and, eventually, malfunction. Aim: The present study aims to investigate how mental and muscle fatigue affects spatial working memory. Method: The research method was quasi-experimental and was performed using the pretestposttest design. The participants in this study were 20 to 30 year old male students of Shahid Beheshti University of Tehran in 2021, of whom, 14 subjects were selected by convincing method as the sample using the G-Power approach and previous investigations. The Mental Fatigue Self-Assessment Scale, Corsi Block software, Stroop software, and the Monark Bike Ergometer were utilized. In addition, the repeated measurement analysis of variance test in SPSS-23 was used to analyze the data. Results: The results indicated that mental fatigue condition had a significant effect on working memory (P=0.002); and has reduced the efficiency of working memory. But muscle fatigue conditions had no significant effect on assessing working memory, and in these conditions there was a better performance in working memory (P=0.065). Conclusion: The findings of this study emphasize the importance of mental fatigue in reducing working memory performance, even though this type of fatigue is related to cognitive and cerebral functioning. Accordingly, the findings are in line with a top-down approach, as well as cognitive perspectives such as generalized motor program theory.
Factors affecting bullying among Iranian professional football coaches
Authors:   PhD Student, Department of Physical Education, Mobarakeh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran., Foroughi Mohammadreza , Eshraghi Hesam ,   Instructor, Department of Physical Education, Mobarakeh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran, Moshkelgosha Elham ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, Mobarakeh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Introduction: As an integral part of society, sport faces problems similar to that of society. One problem is the bullying of football coaches. Aim: This study identifies the factors affecting bullying among Iranian professional football coaches. Method: The research method is descriptive survey based on structural equations modeling. The statistical population included all professional football coaches in Iran in 2021. 205 coaches are selected as a sample based on the simple random sampling method. A researcher-made questionnaire with 33 questions was used based on qualitative interviews and coding to collect the data. Once expert’s validation is obtained (n=8), the reliability of the questionnaire is evaluated and confirmed by Cronbach's alpha method and mixed reliability. SPSS-23 and PLS Smart-2 are used to analyze the data in the descriptive and inferential sections. Results: The confirmatory factor analysis results show 8 factors of anti-social behaviors in sports, athletes, interactions, bullying and harassment experience, occupational factor, behavioral factor, contextual and managerial factors, and individual and psychological factors as factors affecting bullying among Iranian professional football coaches. The results of confirmatory factor analysis indicate an acceptable fit. Content, divergent and convergent validity indicated good scale validity. Conclusion: The results showed that different factors affect the bullying of coaches. Therefore, it is necessary to study the identified factors and focus on football coaches. It is suggested that sports managers and officials be better informed about the factors identified in this study.
Development and validation of a psychomotor intervention program and its effects on working memory, attention, and symptoms of overt anxiety in anxious female students
Authors:   Ph.D Student, Department of Psychology, Allameh Tabataba'i University, Tehran, Iran., Naderi Zohre , Sohrabi Faramarz ,   Professor, Department of Psychology, Allameh Tabataba'i University, Tehran, Iran., Borjali Ahmad ,   Professor, Department of Psychology, Allameh Tabataba'i University, Tehran, Iran., Delavar Ali ,   Professor, Department of Assessment and Measurement, Allameh Tabataba'i University, Tehran, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Anxiety disorders are the most common problems among children, with several adverse consequences. Aim: The present study aimed to develop and validate a psychomotor intervention program and to investigate its effectiveness on anxiety, working memory, and attention in anxious female students. Method: This study was performed in two stages. First, a psychomotor intervention program was developed, and for validation, its content validity was examined. Next, the quasi-experimental method with a control group, pretest-posttest follow-up design was used. The statistical population of the study included all female elementary school students in District 6 of Tehran, Iran, in 2021. A total of 40 students were purposefully selected and assigned to the experimental and control groups. The psychomotor intervention was performed in 10 sessions (60 minutes per session). The Overt Anxiety Questionnaire, Stroop Test, Wechsler Subtests, and Visual Memory Test were used to collect data. For statistical analysis, repeated measures analysis of variance was performed in SPSS-22. Results: The results showed that the intervention program had adequate content validity and could significantly reduce anxiety (F=224.28, P<0.001) and improve working memory (F=24.25, P>0.001) and attention (F=9.67, P<0.001); its effects persisted until the follow-up. Conclusion: Overall, psychomotor therapy could improve anxiety, attention, and working memory. Therefore, it may be used as a valid and effective intervention for managing anxiety and improving the students cognitive function.
Invazivni beskralježnjaci u hrvatskim slatkovodnim ekosustavima kao kontekst poučavanja
Authors: Tarandek Anita
Published: August 2022

Kopnene vode i njihova bioraznolikost predstavljaju iznimno vrijedan prirodni resurs i imaju važnu ulogu u gospodarstvu, kulturi, estetici, znanosti i obrazovanju. Predstavljaju dom mnogim organizmima, međutim smatra se da su kopnene vode (slatkovodni ekosustavi) među najugroženijim ekosustavima na Zemlji. Ugroženosti slatkovodnih ekosustava uvelike doprinosi antropogeni utjecaj. Biološke invazije jedan su od glavnih uzročnika brzog smanjenja biološke raznolikosti, a posljednjih desetljeća u značajnom su porastu. Invazivna vrsta je strana vrsta unesena na novo područje izvan svog prirodnog areala rasprostranjenosti, gdje se uspijeva nesmetano razmnožavati i širiti, a uzrokuje značajne ekološke i/ili ekonomske štete. Tematika invazivnih vrsta u zadnjih nekoliko desetljeća postaje sve više aktualna. U sprječavanju budućih unosa stranih vrsta bitno je usredotočiti se na edukaciju unutar akademske zajednice i među lokalnim stanovništvom, kroz koju bi se iznijeli detalji o posljedicama unosa stranih vrsta, koje se mogu negativno odraziti na bioraznolikost Hrvatske. U ovom radu kao primjer invazivnih beskralježnjaka Hrvatskih slatkovodnih ekosustava prikazani su sjevernoameričke vrste deseteronožnih rakova Pacifastacus leniusculus – signalni rak i Procambarus viriginalis – mramorni rak. S obzirom da su deseteronožni rakovi generalisti (s obzirom na njihove prehrambene sklonosti), imaju ključnu ulogu u vodenom staništu prenoseći energiju unutar hranidbene mreže između vodenih i kopnenih hranidbenih mreža, koristeći različite izvore hrane i služeći kao plijen za brojne kralježnjake, od riba do sisavaca. U Hrvatskoj je signalni rak prvi put zabilježen 2008. godine u rijeci Muri, dok je mramorni rak po prvi puta zabilježen u jezeru Šoderica 2014. godine. Tema obrađena u ovom radu može se uklopiti u koncepte koji se poučavaju u sklopu nastavnih predmeta Priroda i Biologija, gdje se organizmi prikazani u ovom radu mogu koristiti kao primjer za ostvarenje brojnih odgojno-obrazovnih ishoda. Jedan od tih ishoda je usporedba uspješnosti prilagodbi organizama na primjerima autohtonih, alohtonih i invazivnih stranih vrsta, pri ostvarenju kojega dolazi i do osvješćivanja nastavnika i učenika o negativnom utjecaju invazivnih vrsta beskralježnjaka na bioraznolikost, zdravlje ljudi i gospodarstvo i o ispravnom postupanju u slučaju rukovanja invazivnim vrstama.
Assistência Farmacêutica a Pacientes Oncológicos em Uso de Anticorpos Monoclonais em um Hospital de Referência do Oeste de Santa Catarina
Authors: Leonel Renan Martinelli , Reis Flávia Medeiros Dutra , Andolfatto Daniel , Oliveira Gabriela Gonçalves de
Published: August 2022

Introdução: A utilização dos anticorpos monoclonais vem sendo incorporada aos protocolos de tratamento para câncer, uma vez comprovada sua eficácia. Essa modalidade de terapia é onerosa, e sua aquisição ainda constitui um obstáculo para o paciente. Objetivo: Descrever a utilização de anticorpos monoclonais no que tange à forma de aquisição, regulação e judicialização, efeitos adversos e causas de interrupção da terapia. Método: Estudo descritivo com avaliação de pacientes (n=169) em tratamento para câncer, em um hospital público, no período de 1 de agosto de 2017 a 31 de julho de 2019. Resultados: A população estudada foi majoritariamente feminina (n=115). As principais neoplasias encontradas foram de mama (n=64, 36,16%), linfomas (n=53, 29,94%) e mieloma múltiplo de plasmócito/plasmocitoma (n=25, 14,12%). Os anticorpos monoclonais mais utilizados foram o trastuzumabe (n=65, 35,71%) e rituximabe (n=54, 29,67%). Foram observadas quatro formas de aquisição dos fármacos. As aquisições por meio do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) (n=103, 56,59%) e judicial (n=72, 39,56%) prevaleceram. A maioria dos pacientes não apresentou efeitos adversos à terapia (60,3%); mas, entre os que apresentaram, os principais efeitos foram vômitos e náuseas, astenia, diarreia, dor, neutropenia e mucosite. Efeitos adversos/toxicidade (n=15), falta de medicamento (n=11) e atraso na liberação (n=10) foram as causas mais comuns de interrupção do tratamento. Conclusão: Os anticorpos monoclonais são mais específicos e apresentam menores efeitos. Aos fármacos indisponíveis pelo SUS, a judicialização mostra-se como uma ferramenta importante.
The Moderating Role of Innovation on Institutional Components and Life Insurance Penetration: Evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Hafiz Usman Ahmed , Salleh Fauzilah , Garba Murtala , Rashid Norfadzilah
Published: August 2022

A well-functioning insurance market benefits the economy by promoting efficient capital allocation, liquidity, savings, and risk reduction. However, in most Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries, risk protection uptake is sketchy compared to other regions. For instance, data shows that insurance penetration in Africa stood at 2.78% in 2019, lower than the global average of 7.23%. Hence, this study aims to determine the moderating effect of innovation on institutional components and life insurance penetration in 35 SSA nations between 2009 and 2020. The study employs data from the Financial Development and Structure Database (FDSD), Worldwide Governance Indicators (WGI), and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) for life insurance penetration, the institutional components, and the global innovation index. The study uses the panel corrected standard errors (PCSEs) estimation technique. The study establishes that innovation promotes life insurance penetration by enhancing voice and accountability, the rule of law, and government efficacy mechanisms. The study concludes that innovation is an essential catalyst for performance efficiency through which weak institutional factors can be improved to stimulate insurance uptake. This study adds to the scant body of knowledge on insurance advancement in Africa by examining the previously underexplored function of innovation via the pathway of institutional components. The findings may assist policymakers, managers, and other stakeholders in coordinating innovation plans with institutional mechanisms to boost insurance coverage in the SSA region.
INVESTMENT TREATIES LANGUAGES ON INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA'S BITS AND RUSSIAN FEDERATION'S BITS
Authors: Абадиха Мостафа
Published: August 2022

Today, intellectual property is one of the most important types of investment and has been considered in many investment agreements. The Republic of Korea (ROK) and the Russian Federation (RF) have paid attention to intellectual property in their investment agreements. However, the current languages to the intellectual property remain ambiguous. Purpose: In this paper, we intend to examine the current languages to the intellectual property rights in the bilateral investment treaties of the ROK and the RF. Hence, the paper focuses on the fundamental question, namely, what are the languages to the intellectual property rights in the BITs? Methods: general scientific methods of theoretical knowledge, as well as general logical methods and research techniques are used in analyzing the Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) of the mentioned states. Results: Finally, we concluded that both states have adopted two absolute and conditional languages to the intellectual property rights, and the comprehensive language is the conditional one.
О ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ ТЕРРИТОРИАЛЬНЫХ ОРГАНОВ МИНИСТЕРСТВА ЮСТИЦИИ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ ПО ПРОФИЛАКТИКЕ КОРРУПЦИИ (НА ПРИМЕРЕ РЕСПУБЛИКИ БАШКОРТОСТАН)
Authors: Сергеев Артём Леонидович
Published: August 2022

На примере Управления Министерства юстиции РФ по Республике Башкортостан раскрыты основные направления работы по противодействию коррупции, определена суть антикоррупционной экспертизы нормативных правовых актов как способа профилактики коррупционных проявлений, статус независимого эксперта, уполномоченного на проведение антикоррупционной экспертизы, а также подчеркнута необходимость вовлечения большего количества лиц в профилактическую антикоррупционную деятельность.
Application of Mathematical Modeling in Multi Criteria Decision Making Process: Intuitionistic Fuzzy PROMETHEE
Authors: TUĞRUL Feride , ÇİTİL Mehmet
Published: August 2022

In this paper, the intuitionistic fuzzy PROMETHEE method is explained in detail and an original application has been made. The aim of the paper is to bring innovation to the evaluation system in the field of education by using the intuitionistic fuzzy PROMETHEE method. The advantages of using the PROMETHEE method, which is one of the many methods used in multi-criteria decision-making problems, in the intuitionistic fuzzy sense are explained in detail. Intuitionistic fuzzy PROMETHEE is a method that attracts our attention thanks to its benefits such as allowing the researcher to observe the positive and negative rankings simultaneously, expressing the degree of hesitation, changing the significance weights of the criteria, and using different methods when identifying the significance levels for each criterion, putting the degree of hesitation of significance weights into action, and enabling decision-makers, who are given the opportunity to use different criteria types and different criteria types for alternatives and criteria, to establish a unique system; moreover, the method also provides us numerous advantages while using it in our application area. It is of great importance for decision-makers to determine the specific importance level for each criterion. In this paper, controlled sets are used to express the importance of the criteria in the form of intuitionistic fuzzy values. The intuitionistic fuzzy-based PROMETHEE algorithm, aiming to contribute to the education system by examining the factors affecting the students' achievement, is a unique algorithm, and it is the first to shed light on various researchers.