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A construção da MEMORIA nos discursos de celebração do 25 de Abril: relevância da anáfora retórica e da aforização
Authors: Seara Isabel Roboredo
Published: July 2024

A questão dos enunciados construídos para serem memorizados e recordados é antiga. Já na Retórica foi dado especial relevo à questão da memoria, alicerçada em figuras e formas breves, fragmentárias, sentenciosas, às quais subjaz a facilidade de repetição e de memorização. Para a Retórica, a par da inventio, da dispositio, da elocutio e da actio, a memoria ocupa-se dos processos de memorização de um discurso (cf. Krieg-Planque, 2011, p. 30). A fundamentação teórica deste estudo convoca noções de Análise do Discurso, Semântica, Retórica e Pragmática, nomeadamente os trabalhos de Maingueneau (1999, 2010, 2012 e 2022). Após circunscrever os conceitos de aforização, de enunciado breve e de anáfora retórica, ensaiar-se-á mostrar como estes enunciados, passíveis de serem destacados a nível enunciativo, estão ao serviço da construção da memoria nos discursos de celebração de Abril. Algumas especificidades dos enunciados, como o caráter cristalizado, a inscrição discursiva, a enunciação aforizante que remete para um referente social histórico, permitem comprovar a relação entre ideologia e discurso. A análise incidirá sobre os discursos presidenciais do atual Presidente da República, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.
Ethos coletivo e identidade nacional nos discursos presidenciais de 25 de Abril: uma análise discursiva
Authors: Pinto Rosalice
Published: July 2024

Este trabalho, centrado em perspectivas teóricas que preconizam o estudo da materialidade plurissemiótica de textos sócio-historicamente situados, objetiva mostrar de que forma o ethos individual e o coletivo são materializados em dois discursos presidenciais de 25 de Abril: o de Ramalho Eanes de 1977 e o de Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa de 2017. Estudos preliminares atestam que, apesar dos ethè individuais serem distintos, os coletivos são similares. As tonalidades distintas, demarcadas por diferentes recursos enunciativo-retóricos, são historicamente constrangidas. Trata-se de um estudo exploratório, carecendo da recolha de um corpus mais alargado para uma possível generalização dos resultados obtidos.
Palavra de Presidente: construção da autoridade presidencial nos discursos de Abril
Authors: Marques Maria Aldina
Published: July 2024

A celebração do 25 de Abril é um evento discursivo institucional que tem como momento central o discurso presidencial. O objetivo principal deste trabalho é analisar a construção da imagem de autoridade do locutor presidente, nos discursos presidenciais de celebração de Abril, segundo uma perspetiva teórica pragmático enunciativa. Nestes discursos, está em causa a função social política de Presidente da República e a imagem de locutor que o género discursivo, o discurso de celebração nacional, prevê e se corporiza como expectativas dos interlocutores. Pretende se considerar a construção do ethos presidencial, enquanto imagem de autoridade, em duas vertentes que conjugam a imagem institucional de Presidente da República com a imagem pública do Presidente da República. O corpus de análise é constituído pelos discursos presidenciais de celebração do 25 de Abril (até ao centenário da República), que abrange os discursos proferidos pelos quatro presidentes eleitos após o 25 de Abril.
Development of a Digital Pocketbook of Promotional Strategies for Wedding Organizer Services Through Wedding Expo
Authors: Helen Angga Septianti  , Warda Indadihayati
Published: July 2024

The objectives to be achieved in this research are: 1) produce a digital pocketbook development design of a wedding organizer service promotion strategy through a wedding expo. 2) produce a digital pocketbook entitled "promotional strategy for wedding organizer services through wedding expo" 3) determine the feasibility of digital pocketbook development of promotional strategies for wedding organizer services. The research method uses Research and Development which will produce a Digital pocketbook. This research was conducted from February 1, 2023 to June 30, 2023. The method in this research uses the 4D development model, with the stages of define, design, develop, disseminate. The results of this study are; 1) Produce a digital pocketbook design developed with the 4D model 2) Produce a digital pocketbook entitled "Wedding Organizer Service Strategy Through Wedding Expo" containing material on wedding organizer promotion strategies, made using the premium canva application with the windows7 operating system, has 82 pages, is A6 in size, has a capacity of 9MB, has a full color blue color. 3) The results of this study obtained an assessment to the material expert validation of 96.32%, an assessment to the media expert of 84.37% and a limited scale test of 91.16%, then a broad scale test resulted in 88.5%. The overall result has a conclusion "Development of Digital Pocketbook of Wedding Organizer Service Strategy Through Wedding Expo" is very feasible.
Kedudukan Kurikulum Pendidikan Agama Islam di Sekolah dan Madrasah
Authors: Mansir Firman , Abas Sofyan
Published: July 2024

This study explains that in the national education curriculum, the fiqh curriculum is one of the derivatives of the national education goals. The fiqh curriculum becomes a branch of religious science whose supporters achieve national education goals, specifically in the character-building of students. The method used is a qualitative approach through library research so that in analyzing data with literature analysis. In facing an era like this, the teachings of norms are needed for students. So that the learning of fiqh acts as a guide for students in distinguishing a problem, good or bad in terms of religion and socially. Learning of fiqh in schools and madrasahs itself is based on government regulation (PP) number 55 of 2007. The regulation contains religious and religious education which is a derivative of the national education goals. Therefore, this research aims to describe the position of the Islamic Religious Education Curriculum (PAI) in learning Fiqh in the context of the National Curriculum. The legal basis of the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum in fiqh learning, as well as the learning function of fiqh in schools and madrasas The current and last context is the benefit of fiqh learning for students in responding to social life.
Evaluating and Enhancing the Fitness-for-Purpose of Electronic Health Record Data: Qualitative Study on Current Practices and Pathway to an Automated Approach Within the Medical Informatics for Research and Care in University Medicine Consortium
Authors: Kamdje Wabo Gaetan , Moorthy Preetha , Siegel Fabian , Seuchter Susanne A , Ganslandt Thomas
Published: July 2024

Background

Leveraging electronic health record (EHR) data for clinical or research purposes heavily depends on data fitness. However, there is a lack of standardized frameworks to evaluate EHR data suitability, leading to inconsistent quality in data use projects (DUPs). This research focuses on the Medical Informatics for Research and Care in University Medicine (MIRACUM) Data Integration Centers (DICs) and examines empirical practices on assessing and automating the fitness-for-purpose of clinical data in German DIC settings.

Objective

The study aims (1) to capture and discuss how MIRACUM DICs evaluate and enhance the fitness-for-purpose of observational health care data and examine the alignment with existing recommendations and (2) to identify the requirements for designing and implementing a computer-assisted solution to evaluate EHR data fitness within MIRACUM DICs.

Methods

A qualitative approach was followed using an open-ended survey across DICs of 10 German university hospitals affiliated with MIRACUM. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis following an inductive qualitative method.

Results

All 10 MIRACUM DICs participated, with 17 participants revealing various approaches to assessing data fitness, including the 4-eyes principle and data consistency checks such as cross-system data value comparison. Common practices included a DUP-related feedback loop on data fitness and using self-designed dashboards for monitoring. Most experts had a computer science background and a master’s degree, suggesting strong technological proficiency but potentially lacking clinical or statistical expertise. Nine key requirements for a computer-assisted solution were identified, including flexibility, understandability, extendibility, and practicability. Participants used heterogeneous data repositories for evaluating data quality criteria and practical strategies to communicate with research and clinical teams.

Conclusions

The study identifies gaps between current practices in MIRACUM DICs and existing recommendations, offering insights into the complexities of assessing and reporting clinical data fitness. Additionally, a tripartite modular framework for fitness-for-purpose assessment was introduced to streamline the forthcoming implementation. It provides valuable input for developing and integrating an automated solution across multiple locations. This may include statistical comparisons to advanced machine learning algorithms for operationalizing frameworks such as the 3×3 data quality assessment framework. These findings provide foundational evidence for future design and implementation studies to enhance data quality assessments for specific DUPs in observational health care settings.
Transforming Perceptions: Exploring the Multifaceted Potential of Generative AI for People with Cognitive Disabilities (Preprint)
Authors: Hadar Souval Dorit , Haber Yuval , Tal Amir , Simon Tomer , Elyoseph Tal , Elyoseph Zohar
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Background: The emergence of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) presents unprecedented opportunities to redefine conceptions of personhood and cognitive disability, potentially enhancing the inclusion and participation of individuals with cognitive disabilities in society.

OBJECTIVE

Objective: Explore the transformative potential of GenAI in reshaping perceptions of cognitive disability, dismantling societal barriers, and promoting social participation for individuals with cognitive disabilities.

METHODS

Method: Critical review of current literature in disability studies, artificial intelligence (AI) ethics, and computer science, integrating insights from disability theories and the philosophy of technology. The analysis focused on two key aspects: GenAI as a social mirror reflecting societal values and biases, and GenAI as a cognitive partner for individuals with cognitive disabilities.

RESULTS

Results: The article proposes a theoretical framework for understanding the impact of GenAI on perceptions of cognitive disability. It introduces the concepts of GenAI as a "social mirror" that reflects and potentially amplifies societal biases, and as a "cognitive co-pilot" providing personalized assistance in daily tasks, social interactions, and environmental navigation. The article also presents a novel protocol for developing AI systems tailored to the needs of individuals with cognitive disabilities, emphasizing user involvement, ethical considerations, and the need to address both the opportunities and challenges posed by GenAI.

CONCLUSIONS

Conclusions: Although GenAI has great potential for promoting the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with cognitive disabilities, realizing this potential requires a change in societal attitudes and development practices. The article calls for interdisciplinary collaboration and close partnership with the disability community in the development and implementation of GenAI technologies.
Implications: Realizing the potential of GenAI for promoting the inclusion and empowerment of individuals with cognitive disabilities requires a multi-faceted approach. This involves a shift in societal attitudes, inclusive AI development practices that prioritize the needs and perspectives of the disability community, and ongoing interdisciplinary collaboration. The article emphasizes the importance of proceeding with caution, recognizing the ethical complexities and potential risks alongside the transformative possibilities of GenAI technology.
Effectiveness of the MyFertiCoach lifestyle app for subfertile couples: a single center study (Preprint)
Authors: Smeenk Jesper , Smit Ellen , Jacobs Marc , van Rooij Ilse
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Many couples who undergo fertility treatment have multiple lifestyle risk factors that reduce their chances of becoming pregnant. The MyFertiCoach (MFC) app was developed as an integrated lifestyle program with modules on healthy weight, nutrition and exercise, and quitting smoking, alcohol, drugs, and reduction of stress. We hypothesized an improvement in lifestyle.

OBJECTIVE

The primary outcome is the change in Total Risk Score (TRS) at three- and six-months follow-up. The TRS per individual is defined as the sum of all risk scores per behavior (i.e., based on vegetable/fruit/folic acid intake, smoking, and alcohol use after three and six months). The higher the TRS, the unhealthier the nutrition and lifestyle habits that are present, and the lower the chance of pregnancy. The secondary endpoints are changes in BMI, activity score, preconception dietary risks (PDR) score, Distress-score (e.g., burden), smoking habits, alcohol intake, and program adherence.

METHODS

This was a retrospective, observational, single-center study including patients between the 1st of January 2022 and the 31st of December 2023. We invited subfertile female patients, and their partner, aged 18-43 with a referral to a gynecologist to follow the online lifestyle coaching via the MFC app. Relevant lifestyle modules were chosen by the gynaecologist using the results of the integrated screening questionnaires. We used (hierarchical) linear mixed-models (LMMs) to estimate the change in outcomes. Where the pattern of missing data was MNAR (missing not at random), we deployed joint modelling. Statistical significance was set at p≤0.05 considering methods to retain the same false-positive rate.

RESULTS

A total of 1805 patients received an invitation to participate in this study, of which on average 737 (40.8%) filled out a screenings questionnaire at baseline. For the TRS score, we included 798 (44.2%) patients at baseline, of which 517 (64.8%) patients included their partner. An average of 282 patients (37.9%) sent in at least one follow-up questionnaire. Patients rated the app above average (N=137, median=7 on a 1-10 scale) at days 7 and 14. The TRS scored decreased 1.5 points (P<.001) on average at T3 and T6 compared to baseline, which is clinically relevant. All secondary outcomes changed significantly (statistically) in a positive direction for patients who used a relevant lifestyle module. Most of the gains were achieved at three months yet remained statistically significant at six months (except for alcohol). These findings are similar across LMMs and joint models.

CONCLUSIONS

Our results show the immediate benefit of a m-health application for women wanting to become pregnant. However, to maintain and even improve these results there is a need to further tailor the patient-specific programs.
Retrieval Augmented Therapy Suggestion for Molecular Tumor Boards (Preprint)
Authors: Berman Eliza , Sundberg Malek Holly , Bitzer Michael , Malek Nisar , Eickhoff Carsten
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND

Molecular Tumor Boards (MTBs) require intensive manual investigation to generate optimal treatment recommendations for patients. Large Language Models (LLMs) can catalyze MTB recommendations, decrease human error, improve accessibility to care, and enhance the efficiency of precision oncology.

OBJECTIVE

In this study, we investigate the efficacy of LLM-generated treatments for MTB patients. We specifically investigate the LLMs’ ability to generate evidence-based treatment recommendations using PubMed references.

METHODS

We built a Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) pipeline using PubMed data. We prompted the resulting LLM to generate treatment recommendations with PubMed references using a test set of patients from an MTB conference at a large comprehensive cancer center at a tertiary care institution. Members of the MTB manually assessed the relevancy and correctness of the generated responses.

RESULTS

75% of the referenced articles were properly cited from PubMed. 17% of the referenced articles were hallucinations, and the remaining were not properly cited from PubMed. Clinician-generated LLM queries achieved higher accuracy through clinician evaluation than automated queries, with clinicians labelling 25% of LLM responses as equal to their recommendations and 37.5% as alternative plausible treatments.

CONCLUSIONS

This study demonstrates how RAG-enhanced LLMs can be a powerful tool in accelerating MTB conferences, as LLMs are sometimes capable of achieving clinician-equal treatment recommendations. However, further investigation is required to achieve stable results with zero hallucinations. LLMs signify a scalable solution to the time-intensive process of MTB investigations. However, LLM performance demonstrates that they must be used with heavy clinician supervision, and cannot yet fully automate the MTB pipeline.
Struktur Sintaksis dan Makna Semantik Ungkapan Tradisional sebagai Representasi Masyarakat Jawa
Authors: Tafrijiyah Kaamilah
Published: July 2024

This article aimed at describing syntactic structures and semantic meanings in Javanese traditional expressions that represent Javanese local wisdoms. The local wisdoms that were reflected in the Javanese traditional expressions were traditions and noble values used by Javanese society as life patrone managing the community behavior in the context of social and spiritual life. The Javanese traditional expressions were part of culture as they were formed from ideas, behaviors, and works of the Javanese society. Traditional expressions were rapidly growing among the community as advice, thoughts, and educations in life. The Javanese traditional expressions could be in the form of “bebasan”, “sanepa”, “pepindhan”, “saloka”, and “paribasan”. Data of this study were phrases, clauses, and sentences covered by the Javanese traditional expressions. The data of this research were taken from Kamus Ungkapan Bahasa Jawa 1990 released by the Department of Education and Culture, the Republic of Indonesia. This research employed a descriptive qualitative method. While the collected data were analyzed by using syntactic and semantic approaches. Findings of this study inferred that the language structures that construct the Javanese traditional expressions were in the form of phrases, clauses, and sentences. In addition, the semantic meanings contained in the Javanese traditional expressions represented the common characteristics and the behaviors of Javanese society.
Tindak Tutur Ilokusi pada Podcast Deddy Corbuzier Palestina-Gaza-Israel: Kajian Pragmatik
Authors: Putriyansyah Syifa Aulia , Nurhadi Jatmika
Published: July 2024

Deddy Corbuzier's podcast that discussed the Palestine-Gaza-Israel issue had several illocutionary speech acts providing deeper information, ideas, and thoughts about topics related to Palestine-Gaza-Israel. The purpose of this research was to find out the types, functions, and influences of illocutionary speech acts in Deddy Corbuzier's podcast,. The method used in this research was descriptive qualitative by employing listening and recording techniques. The data obtained were int the forms of the transcripts from the Deddy Corbuzier podcast video on the Youtube channel aired on November 28, 2023 with a duration of 44 minutes 59 seconds. This research found a total of 102 speech acts, dominated by the assertive speech as the discourse in the video showed clear and transparent utterances without personally crossing the line with the interlocutor to avoid any conflict even though the way of delivery was firm and straightforward. This research implied that the podcast with the topic Palestine-Gaza-Israel influenced public opinion, strengthened solidarity, enriched insight into effective communication, and social media as a suggestion for representing the issue.
Comparative Seismic Analysis of G+20 RC Framed Structure Building for with and without Shear Walls
Authors: Maheshwari Rohit
Published: July 2024

The performance of High-rise Reinforced Concrete (R.C.) design buildings with the shear wall is targeted to provide stability, simplicity of maintenance, and durability of the framed structure. The impacts of lateral loads, axial forces, shear forces, base shear, maximum story drift, and tensile forces are common in high-rise structural systems. The present paper analyses G+20 story R.C. framed buildings for base shear, maximum story displacement and bending moment behaviour of structures with and without shear walls under seismic loading. The building is located in Dehradun, and the load has been considered as per I.S. code 1893:2016. Framed has been analysed using E-tabs to identify maximum base shear for the concern load conditions. The result shows that the frame designed with an appropriate shear wall absorbs more lateral forces, and minimum displacement values are induced and resist maximum moments throughout the height of the building when a structure is appropriately configured with a shear wall. The structure configured with the shear walls has high resistance to absorb earthquake forces compared to structures without shear walls.
Hubungan Pengetahuan dan Motivasi Bidan dengan Pelaksanaan 1000 Hari Pertama Kehidupan di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Jatinangor dan Puskesmas Cisempur
Authors: Nafillah Nafillah , Astuti Sri , Didah Didah , Rinawan Fedri Ruluwedrata , Sari Puspa
Published: July 2024

Background : Indonesia one of the developing countries that still has nutritional problems in pregnant women, nursing mothers and infants aged zero to two years. The First Thousand Days of Life (1000 HPK) is a movement to improve nutrition with the aim of pregnant women, nursing mothers and infants aged zero to two years. Midwives are health workers involving 1000 HPK. The impact of not doing 1000 HPK by midwives in pregnant women and toddlers, one of which occurs anemia in the assessment, lack of chronic energy (KEK) in pregnant women and giving birth to stunting babies.Objective : To determine the relationship between knowledge and motivation of midwives with the implementation of 1000 HPK in the Jatinangor Health Center and Cisempur Health Center Work Areas.Methods : Quantitative with cross-sectional design. The sampling technique used total sampling with a large sample of 41 midwives. Data analysis using chi-square test. This research was conducted in the work area of Jatinangor Health Center and Cisempur Health Center in August 2018.Results : This study showed no significant relationship between knowledge and implementation of 1000 HPK (p> 0.05) and there was a significant relationship between motivation and implementation of 1000 HPK (p <0.05).Conclusion : There is no relationship between the knowledge of midwives and the implementation of 1000 HPK and there is a relationship between the motivation of midwives and the implementation of 1000 HPKKeywords : First 1000 Days of Life, Motivation of Midwives, Implementation of 1000 HPK, Knowledge.
Literature Review: Kepuasan Pasien BPJS Rawat Inap Ditinjau dari Dimensi Mutu Pelayanan Kesehatan
Authors: Nurmawati Ida , Pramesti Bunga Adina
Published: July 2024

Latar Belakang: Fasilitas pelayanan kesehatan diharuskan memberikan mutu pelayanan yang profesional dan sesuai harapan pasien sehingga pasien puas, tetapi masih banyak keluhan pasien terhadap mutu pelayanan kesehatan sehingga pasien tidak puas. Ketidakpuasan pasien terhadap pelayanan kesehatan yang diperoleh dikarenakan pelayanan tidak tepat waktu, petugas yang tidak dapat memberikan penjelasan, kurangnya perhatian petugas, dan lingkungan rawat inap yang penuh.Tujuan: Menganalisis mutu pelayanan kesehatan terhadap kepuasan pasien BPJS rawat inap menggunakan dimensi kepuasan pasien (reliability, responsiveness, tangible, assurance, dan empathy)Metode: Literature review digunakan dengan mencari artikel menggunakan Publish or Perish dan bagan PRISMA sehingga ditemukan 10 jurnal dan 1 skripsi yang sesuai dengan kriteria yang ditentukan.Hasil: Hasil analisis 11 artikel menunjukkan keluhan pasien berupa kurang ramahnya dokter dan perawat, sarana dan prasarana yang tidak lengkap, perawat yang kurang tanggap, keterampilan yang tidak profesional, dan pelayanan yang tidak tepat waktu.Kesimpulan: Faktor-faktor yang membuat pasien lebih mudah puas adalah pendidikan pasien yang rendah, pasien yang berusia pasien, hubungan yang baik antara pasien dan petugas (empathy), fasilitas dan lingkungan rawat inap bersih (tangible), ketanggapan petugas dalam memberikan informasi (responsiveness), ketelitian dan ketepatan diagnosis (assurance), dan pelayanan berjalan tepat waktu (reliability).
Pemanfaatan Pooled Sera sebagai Bahan Kontrol Pemantapan Mutu Internal Pemeriksaan SGPT
Authors: Bastian Bastian , Ulva Maria , Rahmadani Inoy Rizky
Published: July 2024

Latar Belakang: Meningkatnya otomatisasi di bidang klinis laboratorium telah menjadi kebutuhan material quality control untuk memantau kinerja laboratorium. Parameter kendali mutu yang paling banyak dilakukan pemeriksaan adalah Serum Glutamic Pyruvate Transaminase (SGPT). Bahan kontrol yang umum di laboratorium kimia klinis adalah serum kontrol komersial, namun bahan kontrol ini memiliki kelemahan yaitu harganya yang mahal. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan alternatif bahan kontrol yang dapat digunakan sebagai bahan kontrol buatan sendiri, yaitu pooled serum. Pooled serum merupakan kumpulan serum manusia yang mudah diperoleh dan diolah, serta tidak memerlukan biaya yang besar dalam produksinya.Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuktikan bahan kontrol Pooled sera dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan kontrol pemantapan mutu internal pemeriksaan SGPT.Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan eksperimen murni yang dilakukan pada bulan Februari sampai Maret 2024 di Rumah Sakit Kayu Agung. Pengambilan data menggunakan dua perlakuan yaitu quality control komersial dan Pooled sera untuk pemeriksaan SGPT pada 30 sampel pasien. Data dianalisis  menggunakan aplikasi SPSS 26.0 uji T-Berpasangan.Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukan p<0,001, mean QC komersial (22,8 U/L) dan Pooled sera (9,8 U/L), nilai SD dan CV kurang dari 5% menyatakan kedua kontrol termasuk ketelitian sedang, serta dibuktikan dengan grafik levey jennings chart.Kesimpulan: Terdapat perbedaan pemeriksaan SGPT pada QC komersial dan pooled sera.
A STUDY TO EVALUATE THE DEMOGRAPHIC PATTERN OF THE INJURY CAUSED BY METALLIC CORNEAL FOREIGN BODY AND ITS OUTCOME AFTER TREATMENT
Authors: KASHYAP ADITYA , SHARMA SMRITI , NEGI SHALOO
Published: July 2024

Objective: This study aims to investigate the demographic characteristics, occupational background, and injury management of patients presenting with ocular trauma involving metallic corneal foreign bodies (FBs).
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the outpatient clinic of Ophthalmology at Pt JLNGMC, Chamba. Data were collected from consecutive patients over three months. Demographic data, including age, gender, and education level, were analyzed alongside occupational background, injury context, and protective measures. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 17.0, with descriptive statistics utilized to present the results.
Results: The study revealed a predominance of young males (66%) in the 14-29 age group, with the metalwork industry (47%) being the primary sector where injuries occurred, mainly during metal grinding activities (53%). Lack of protective measures, such as temporary removal of eyewear (39%), contributed to the injuries. Notably, 54% of patients did not attempt self-removal of FBs. Superficial corneal FBs accounted for 45% of cases, indicating significant potential for severe injury.
Conclusion: The findings underscore the urgent need for enhanced safety education, rigorous enforcement of protective eyewear usage, and targeted interventions in high-risk occupational sectors to mitigate the prevalence and severity of corneal FB injuries. Addressing these challenges is crucial for preserving vision, reducing healthcare costs, and improving occupational health and safety standards.
PREVALENCE OF POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME AMONG YOUNG WOMEN WHO ATTENDED TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL, VISAKHAPATNAM
Authors: DIVYA KSK , MOUNISHA BNV , SOWMYA R. VELAGAPUDI
Published: July 2024

Objective: The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of PCOS among young adults attended to medical OP in a Tertiary care teaching hospital.
Materials: It is a retrospective study conducted in a Tertiary care teaching hospital, Visakhapatnam using existing records in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The study was conducted from July 2021 to July 2023. The study population includes young adults of age in between 18-30 y. PCOS was defined by Rotterdam's criteria having presence of any two of the three features. Hormonal assays were conducted using immunoradiometric assay for TSH, LH, FSH.
Results: Majority of the PCOS cases 39% were reported in the age group of 26-30 Y. Among the 100 cases reported, the majority of them are reported with menstrual irregularity 62%. However, it was identified from the results that the mean values of cholesterol and triglycerides levels are quite higher suggested hyperlipidemia. The hormonal levels of TSH, LH and FSH were normal.
Conclusion: Although the overall frequency of PCOS is low and evaluating PCOS in young adults can be difficult, the condition is becoming more common at this age. Changes in lifestyle are essential at this age to avoid long-term metabolic and reproductive issues.
Del puesto de tacos al cuerpo humano: el viaje de tus alimentos
Authors: Méndez Hernández Rebeca
Published: July 2024

“Eres lo que comes” es un dicho popular que asociamos a los aspectos sociales y culturales de la comida. En este artículo, se explora este dicho en términos biológicos. Primero, se describe cómo los principales macronutrientes de los alimentos —carbohidratos, lípidos y proteínas— se digieren y transportan para formar parte de nuestro cuerpo. Después, se discute cómo los nutrientes modifican el funcionamiento del cuerpo. Por último, se abordan las repercusiones que tienen los nutrientes en la obesidad.
El ADN de tu cena: ¿qué secretos ocultan los aditivos alimentarios?
Authors: Herrera Rodríguez Mariana , Martínez Escutia Carmen Ximena , Medina Reyes Estefany Ingrid , Chirino Yolanda Irasema
Published: July 2024

Los aditivos alimentarios se encuentran en la mayoría de los alimentos procesados que consumimos diariamente, y se usan para mejorar el aspecto o conservar los productos. Algunos aditivos pueden contener nanopartículas compuestas de metales u óxidos metálicos, como el oro, plata y el dióxido de titanio. En los últimos años, se ha cuestionado su uso porque el tamaño pequeño de las nanopartículas les permite entrar a la sangre, ser distribuidas a los diversos tejidos e introducirse en células, pudiendo provocar daño al ácido desoxirribonucleico (adn), lo que se conoce como genotoxicidad. El adn nos hace quienes somos, y es importante estudiar cualquier factor que puedan alterarlo, pues ello podría afectar nuestra salud, e influir en el desarrollo de enfermedades como el cáncer. Hasta el momento, existe poca evidencia de los efectos genotóxicos que pueden tener los aditivos con nanopartículas; sin embargo, en este escrito te hablamos un poco de lo que ha descubierto la comunidad científica y hacemos énfasis en qué falta todavía por investigar.
Enhancing Breast Cancer Detection: Leveraging Convolutional Neural Networks
Authors: K P Mohith
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Breast cancer continues to be a critical health concern, necessitating early detection and accurate classification for effective treatment. This study presents a comparative analysis between a custom-designed Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and the pre-trained DenseNet121 model for breast cancer detection and classification. We compiled a comprehensive dataset of breast cancer images and applied appropriate preprocessing techniques to optimize the input for the models. The dataset was divided into training, validation, and testing sets to evaluate the models' performance. The CNN model comprises multiple convolutional and pooling layers followed by fully connected layers for classification, while the DenseNet121 model is fine-tuned specifically for breast cancer detection. The models were evaluated based on metrics such as accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score, and AUC-ROC. The DenseNet121 model outperformed the custom CNN model, achieving higher accuracy and reliability. For wider accessibility, we integrated the superior DenseNet121 model into a user-friendly web-based interface using Python Flask, enabling real-time breast cancer predictions. Ethical considerations were paramount, ensuring data privacy, security, and transparency in all model predictions. This study highlights the effectiveness of the DenseNet121 model and contributes to improved breast cancer diagnosis and patient care.
Economic Optimization and Performance Enhancement of Rooftop Solar Power Systems Using Concentrated Solar Technology and Advanced Materials
Authors: Kumar Sanjay
Published: July 2024

Abstract: This research investigates the economic optimization and performance enhancement of rooftop solar power systems through the integration of concentrated solar technology and advanced materials. The aim is to assess the viability and effectiveness of these innovations in both residential and commercial settings. By focusing on improving energy efficiency and reducing costs, the study provides a comprehensive economic perspective on the adoption of these advanced solar technologies. Key aspects of the research include the evaluation of lifecycle costs, energy yield, and payback periods, offering insights into the long-term financial benefits and feasibility of implementing such systems. The integration of concentrated solar technology enhances the intensity of solar energy captured, thereby significantly boosting the efficiency of rooftop solar panels. Advanced materials, such as perovskites, multi-junction cells, and nanomaterials, are examined for their potential to improve energy absorption, durability, and overall performance of solar panels. The research employs simulation software to model the performance of these optimized systems under various environmental conditions, providing a detailed analysis of their energy output and efficiency.
A Study on Difference in Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Mental Well-being, Perceived Stress, and Job Satisfaction Depending on Exercise of Office Workers
Authors: Seo Jae-Hee , Huh Jung-Hoon ,   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction
Published: July 2024

Objectives This study examined the differences in emotional intelligence, resilience, mental well-being, perceived stress, and job satisfaction depending on the exercise participation of office workers.
Methods This study targeted subjects who worked as office workers in 2022, distributed and collected 1024 copies of the questionnaire, and used a total of 881 of them after excluding 143 copies with incomplete responses and problems. This study used SPSS 26 and AMOS 26 for frequency analysis, reliability analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, independent t-test, one-way ANOVA, and multivariate analysis (MANOVA).
Results According to analysis on gender differences, men showed higher self-emotion awareness, emotion control, emotion utilization, resilience, social well-being, and positive perception than women. Meanwhile, women showed higher awareness of other's emotion and negative perception than men. The analysis on exercise participation status, exercise degree, and exercise intensity showed that the groups of exercise participation, groups of moderate and frequent exercise, and groups of moderate to intense exercise demonstrated higher scores in psychological factors. In the analysis on exercise participation period, the groups of exercise periods less than 10 years showed higher emotional control, while groups of exercise periods longer than 10 years exhibited higher psychological well-being and resilience than other groups. For differences in type of exercise, the groups of skill sports showed a higher positive perception than the groups of conquest sports.
Conclusions The analysis results showed that exercise participation relieved the factors that negatively affect the mental health of office workers, while improving the positive factors. Thus, it is necessary to actively encourage exercise participation at the individual, corporate, and national levels to improve the mental health and job performance of office workers.
A Critical Review on the UN Global Education Agenda based on Ivan Illich's Educational Development Cooperation Ideas
Authors: Hwang Ja Ok , Kim YoungHwan ,   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction
Published: July 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to critically analyze issues related to educational development cooperation in the UN global education agenda based on Illich's educational development cooperation ideas to explore the direction and implications of the UN global education agenda.
Methods In order to examine critical issues related to the UN Global Education Agenda, 29 relevant prior studies selected by the RISS were analyzed and to organize philosophies and ideas related to Illich's educational development cooperation, seven books at a time when Illich's educational development cooperation activities were active were examined. Based on this analysis, the UN global education agenda was re-analyzed to derive alternative implications.
Results The issues pointed out in the relevant prior studies are summarized as follows (1) Issues related to the background of the educational agenda, 2) Issues related to the establishment process of the educational agenda, 3) Issues related to the logic of the educational agenda itself, 4) Issues related to the application of the educational agenda. Illich's Ideas on educational development cooperation through analysis of his 7 books are briefly summarized into three areas about society and international development: (1) criticism(industrial society criticism, misuse of ‘improvement’ and ‘development’ concept, school education criticism) 2) goals(the directions related society, life, and education) 3) alternative(Conviviality).
Conclusions The conclusion from this study is as follows : 1) The UN Global Education Agenda requires macro paradigm shift of development cooperation or the ODA system itself, rather than internal modification and micro supplementation. 2) It is necessary to change the overall form of education away from standardized school education, universal education, and compulsory education to education that respects the autonomous and voluntary learning of individuals and reflects the alternative paradigm of modern education. 3) It is necessary to change direction to ‘regional customized’ support to realize a vibrant autonomous symbiotic ‘Conviviality’ in indigenous life considering the social and cultural environment of each country, not the needs and growth from the perspective of capitalism and industrial society.
The effect of pre-service early childhood teachers' playfulness on teacher efficacy: Focusing on the mediating effect of teaching aptitude
Authors: Kim Suyeon , Kim Namyun ,   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction
Published: July 2024

Objectives The purpose of the study was to examine the mediating effect of teaching aptitude in the effect of pre-service early childhood teachers' playfulness on teacher efficacy.
Methods For this purpose, a survey was conducted on playfulness, teaching aptitude, and teacher efficacy among 215 students attending early childhood education departments at three universities located in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province. The collected data were subjected to Pearson's correlation analysis, multiple regression analysis, and the Sobel test to verify the mediating effect using SPSS Statistics 24,0.
Results First, it was found that pre-service early childhood teachers' teacher efficacy had a significant positive correlation with both playfulness and teaching aptitude. Specifically, among the sub-factors of playfulness, cheerfulness and imagination were positively correlated with teacher efficacy, while all sub-factors of teaching aptitude showed a positive correlation with teacher efficacy. Second, in examining the mediating effect of teaching aptitude on the relationship between playfulness and teacher efficacy, it was confirmed that teaching aptitude had a complete mediating effect. The Sobel test conducted to verify the mediating effect showed that the effect of the mediating variable was significant.
Conclusions Based on the results of this study, implications to improve the teacher efficacy of pre-service early childhood teachers in future early childhood teacher training courses were provided and educational action plans were discussed.
Relationship between fear of positive evaluation and social anxiety in college students: Mediating effect on post-rumination moderated by self-compassion
Authors: Yu YongSik , Park Seung-Min ,   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction
Published: July 2024

Objectives It is known that college students' fear of evaluation contributes to social anxiety. This study seeks to examine whether post-rumination mediates the relationship between fear of evaluation and social anxiety. We also seek to verify whether self-compassion moderates this mediating effect.
Methods An online survey was conducted with 314 college students nationwide to verify the moderated mediation effect.
Results First, the mediating effect of post-rumination was significant in the relationship between fear of positive evaluation and social anxiety. Second, self-compassion moderated the relationship between post-mortem rumination and social anxiety. Third, the mediating effect of post-rumination on the relationship bet
Conclusions In the counseling field, we suggest the need to implement interventions involving post-rumination or self-reflection for clients who complain of social anxiety due to fear of positive evaluation.
A Study on the Perception of Elementary and Secondary Teachers Use Generative AI in the Classes
Authors: Kim Injoo , Kim Kwihoon ,   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction
Published: July 2024

Objectives The purposes of this study is to investigate the perceptions of elementary and secondary school teachers on the use of generative AI in the classes, identify the needs of elementary and secondary school teachers, and provide a basis for exploring ways to expand the use of generative AI in the classes in the future.
Methods A questionnaire was developed, and a questionnaire survey was conducted on 645 elementary, middle, and high school teachers located in Chungcheongbuk-do. The survey results were analyzed using the SPSS 26.0 program.
Results 189 teachers had experience using Generative AI in the classes, accounting for 29.3% of the total, and 70 teachers answered that they use Generative AI more than once every two weeks, indicating that the percentage of teachers who still use it in class is still low. The Generative AI that is mainly used is interactive AI such as ChatGPT, and when using it, the motivation for students to participate in class was cited as the biggest advantage. Teachers who have no experience in using it chose the lack of knowledge of using Generative AI the most for that reason, and when the intention to use it in the future is expressed on a 5-point Likard scale, it was found that they are willing to use it with an average of 3.20 (SD=0.87). The percentage of foreign students or students who are not good at using language as Generative AI content available in class was the highest.
Conclusions In order to expand the use of Generative AI in classes, teacher training should be conducted to improve teachers' ability to use Generative AI, and materials such as class cases should be provided. It is also necessary to prepare alternatives to misinformation provision, blocking and preventing abuse of harmful information, and plagiarism and copyright issues.
The Relationship Between Parents’ Achievement Pressure and Child’s Future Perspective in Middle School: Longitudinal Sequential Mediating Effects of Self-esteem and Overall Happiness
Authors: Han Jeonghyun , Park Jeongyun ,   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction
Published: July 2024

Objectives This study investigates the longitudinal effects of parental achievement pressure in fourth and fifth grade on their child’s future perspective in seventh grade.
Methods For this purpose, the study used data collected in the 11th (2018), 12th (2019), 13th (2020), and 14th (2021) year of the Panel Study of Korean Children, and it selected 1,115 households that met all the variables. Using the SPSS 27.0 and AMOS 26.0 programs, the study examined the basic attributes of the data and analyzed it with a structural equation model.
Results First, there were significant correlations among all the variables including parents' achievement pressure in fourth and fifth grade children, children's self-esteem and overall happiness in sixth grade, and their future perspective in seventh grade. Secondly, children's self-esteem and overall happiness had sequential mediating effects on the relations between parents' achievement pressure and future perspective. That is, parents' achievement pressure in their child’s fourth and fifth grade had effects on their children's self-esteem and overall happiness in sixth grade and thus negative impacts on their future perspective in seventh grade.
Conclusions The findings of the study imply that parenting attitudes that are focused on the child’s changes and growth are important in their formation of a positive future perspective in seventh grade. The study examined comprehensively relations among the variables that were partially tested and checked their path, thus holding its significance.
Development and effects of an education program for fathers of infants based on SNS
Authors: Jung Suk Hyang , Chung Hee Jung ,   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction
Published: July 2024

Objectives This study aimed to develop and validate the effectiveness of education program for fathers of infants based on Social Networking Services (SNS).
Methods To achieve this, the researcher developed a education program based on SNS for fathers of infants, following a 6-step procedure and the effects were examined by investigating 17 fathers of infants who live in S City, S District (17 in the experimental group, 17 in the control group). The program consisted of 10 sessions conducted through a non-face-to-face approach using SNS. To analyze the program results, χ2 tests, ANCOVA, and qualitative data analysis were conducted.
Results The findings are as follows. First, the experimental group participating in the SNS-based father education program showed an improvement in the parental engagement of fathers with infants. Second, participants in the program exhibited enhanced family well-being and increased happiness in their infants. Third, qualitative data revealed changes in fathers' perception on parental engagement, family well-being, and infants' happiness throughout the SNS-based father education program.
Conclusions This study provides valuable foundational data indicating that an SNS-based father education program for fathers of infants can enhance parental engagement, elevate family well-being, and increase infants' happiness. The findings are significant in providing a basis for father education and suggesting strategies to promote father education within early childhood education institutions.