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The History of Bulgaria
Authors: Chary Frederick B.
Published: October 2023

This comprehensive overview of the history of Bulgaria covers events in this important Balkan nation from its 9th-century origins in the first Bulgarian Empire through the present day.

Now an Eastern European leader in the fields of science and technology, a nation with impressive renewable energy production capabilities and an extensive communication infrastructure, as well as a top exporter of minerals and metals, Bulgaria has grown both economically and politically over the past two decades.

The History of Bulgaria examines the country's development, describing its cultural, political, and social history and development over 13 centuries. The modern era is particularly emphasized, including Bulgaria's role in World War II, the long tenure of Communist leader Todor Zhivkov, the role of Aleksandur Stamboliiski and the Bulgarian Agrarian National Union, and the myriad changes in Bulgaria's post-Communist period. The author also highlights significant individuals in Bulgarian history, such as Dimitur Peshev, the Deputy Speaker whose actions saved 50,000 Jews from the Holocaust.
The History of Myanmar
Authors: Topich William J. , Leitich Keith A.
Published: October 2023

This text provides a thorough examination of the history of Myanmar from Neolithic times to the present.

Myanmar has experienced a seemingly endless series of conquerors, dating from prehistoric times through the reign of Kublai Khan's Mongol forces beginning in the late 1200s, all the way through the modern era, when it was subject to both British colonial control and invasion by the Japanese during World War II.

The History of Myanmar provides a detailed, historical overview of the key people, places, and events in this often-overlooked country's past and present. It examines the history of Myanmar, from Neolithic times to all of its ruling dynasties to the modern era in a chronological manner, providing a contextual framework for the further exploration of its complex history. This text pays special attention to the unique circumstances that led to the formation of the modern nation of Myanmar.
Homelessness
Authors: Shumsky Neil Larry
Published: October 2023

This book presents an unflinching investigation of homelessness in the United States―a problem that has been with us since the arrival of the first English settlers nearly 400 years ago.

The terms historically used to describe them include "bums," "hoboes," "migrants," "street people," "transients," "tramps," and "vagrants." Just as varied as the words we have used to describe them are the reasons many people have found themselves living in the land of opportunity without permanent residence.

The book considers homelessness and its distinctive character in three periods of American history: the era of tramps and hoboes in the late 1800s–early 1900s, the era of transients and migrants in the 1930s, and the era of homeless and "street" people in the last 40 years. It clarifies the multiple meanings of the word "homeless" today and demonstrates that homelessness is a symptom of more than one problem, leading to confusion about the issue of homelessness and hampering attempts to reduce its occurrence. Author Neil Larry Shumsky, PhD, also postulates that the treatment of homelessness in England before the colonization of North America laid the foundation of pervasive American attitudes and practices.
Influence Warfare
Authors: Forest James J. F.
Published: October 2023

This important work, edited by an expert on terrorism, focuses on the 21st-century struggle for strategic influence and ways in which states can neutralize the role of new media in spreading terrorist propaganda.

In an era where anyone can have access to the Internet or other media forms that make widespread communication easy, terrorists and insurgents can spread their messages with complete freedom, creating challenges for national security. Influence Warfare: How Terrorists and Governments Fight to Shape Perceptions in a War of Ideas focuses on the core of the ongoing struggle for strategic influence and, particularly, how states can counter the role media and the Internet play in radicalizing new agents of terrorism.

As the book makes clear, governments need to find ways to effectively confront non-state adversaries at all levels of the information domain and create an understanding of strategic communications within a broad range of technologies. The essays from the international group of authors who contributed to this work offer a deeper understanding of the ongoing struggle. Influence Warfare also provides a set of case studies that illustrate how the means and methods of strategic influence can impact a nation's security.
The Inside Stories of Modern Political Scandals
Authors: Klein Woody
Published: October 2023

This book examines ten major political scandals involving the White House in the past 50 years, revealing how the investigative reporters behind the stories uncovered the hidden truths.

On numerous occasions, the dogged efforts of investigative journalists have led to a dissemination of information that had a direct effect on the course of American history—the Bay of Pigs fiasco, the Watergate scandal, "Monicagate" of the Clinton administration, and the Enron accounting scandal.

The Inside Stories of Modern Political Scandals: How Investigative Reporters Have Changed the Course of American History features in-depth interviews with all living journalists responsible for revealing major political scandals involving the White House, including Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, the reporters responsible for bringing the Watergate scandal to the light of day. The author presents a fascinating view into the "story behind the story" regarding the ten most momentous, modern-day political scandals in America. Containing both anecdotes from the investigative reporters involved and specific examples from published articles, this text reveals the specific methods used by these award-winning journalists to successfully pursue their stories and earn their titles as watchdogs of our government, our military, and big business.
Krishna’s Other Song
Authors: Rosen Steven J.
Published: October 2023

Students of religion and Eastern thought will welcome this readable translation and practical commentary on the Uddhava Gita, a Hindu text in which Krishna's teachings introduced in the Bhagavad Gita are extended and nuanced.

Krishna's Other Song: A New Look at the Uddhava Gita examines the entire Uddhava Gita in relation to other Hindu scriptures, especially the Bhagavad Gita, and shares its teachings in light of interreligious understanding and nonsectarian spirituality. This edition's elaborate commentary, written by a prominent American scholar of Hindu studies, who is also a practitioner, opens up the text's esoteric teaching to a Western audience for the first time, adding context and relevance that make the book accessible and its teachings practicable for a Western readership.

A foreword, written by prominent Hinduism scholar Charles S. J. White joins the author's own introduction to lay out the Uddhava Gita's background, philosophical dimensions, and religious significance. This edition does not include the original Sanskrit, nor does it labor to translate each word verbatim. Rather, it gives the reader all 1,030 verses in plain English, offering accessible commentary that allows the meaning and relevance of the Uddhava Gita to unfold to one and all.
Latino American Cinema
Authors: Baugh Scott L.
Published: October 2023

Latino American cinema is a provocative, complex, and definitively American topic of study. This book examines key mainstream commercial films while also spotlighting often-underappreciated documentaries, avant-garde and experimental projects, independent productions, features and shorts, and more.

Latino American Cinema: An Encyclopedia of Movies, Stars, Concepts, and Trends serves as an essential primary reference for students of the topic as well as an accessible resource for general readers. The alphabetized entries in the volume cover the key topics of this provocative and complex genre—films, filmmakers, star performers, concepts, and historical and burgeoning trends—alongside frequently overlooked and crucially ignored items of interest in Latino cinema. This comprehensive treatment bridges gaps between traditional approaches to U.S.-Latino and Latin American cinemas, placing subjects of Chicana and Chicano, Puerto Rican, Cuban and diasporic Cuban, and Mexican origin in perspective with related Central and South American and Caribbean elements.

Many of the entries offer compact definitions, critical discussions, overviews, and analyses of star artists, media productions, and historical moments, while several foundational entries explicate concepts, making this single volume encyclopedia a critical guide as well.
Oprah Winfrey
Authors: Garson Helen S.
Published: October 2023

This biography examines the life of a person raised in poverty and a single mother at 14, who is now one of the richest and most influential people in the world–Oprah Winfrey.

Oprah's life is a bonafide rags-to-riches story that is much more compelling because of her empathy, sense of humor, and ability to communicate and connect with people. Beyond the estimated 30 million American viewers who tune into her television show each week, there are devoted fans in 140 countries where Oprah's show is broadcast. Her life and businesses continue to expand, now encompassing a radio channel, two magazines, and the forthcoming OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network television channel.

This book documents the different aspects of Oprah's life, incorporating the details of her public, private, and philanthropic personas. The seven chapters of Oprah Winfrey: A Biography, Second Edition span the time period from her childhood in rural Mississippi to her present-day status as a global superstar and philanthropist.
Plural Marriage for Our Times
Authors: Kilbride Philip L. , Page Douglas R.
Published: October 2023

This thoroughly revised second edition offers a child-centered, international perspective as it urges America to de-stigmatize alternate family forms.

In this book's first edition, Philip L. Kilbride showed polygamy as the preferred marriage pattern in most parts of the nonwestern world and explained how plural marriage is surfacing in western countries to address economic and spiritual crises. In Plural Marriage for Our Times: A Reinvented Option? Second Edition, Kilbride and his coauthor, Douglas R. Page, update and enhance this thesis in light of contemporary circumstances, new studies, and current legal debates.

This new edition examines plural marriage's benefits for children. It extends the discussion of polygamy and religion, especially the Muslim perspective on marriage and family; considers the illegal polygamy of immigrants; and looks at multiple marriage in African American communities, where "crisis polygamy" is a growing phenomenon. The authors suggest Americans consider plural marriage as a viable practice that can help reduce the divorce rate, better protect women and children, and serve as an alternative to the "fractured family" so prevalent in America today.
Action Myoclonus Secondary to Donepezil: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors:   Medicine Department, Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Brazil, Rissardo Jamir Pitton , Fornari Caprara Ana Letícia
Published: October 2023

Movement disorders associated with donepezil have been only rarely reported. Herein, we describe an older woman who developed myoclonus secondary to donepezil. A 61-year-old female presented with brief involuntary twitching. The patient reported that she consulted a general practitioner about 1 month before due to memory complaints. A diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment was made. Donepezil was started. After 4 weeks, she presented to our emergency department due to significant twitching. Multifocal myoclonus was observed. These movements occurred during rest and voluntary movement. Laboratory exams and cerebrospinal fluid analysis were normal. A cranial computed tomography and brain magnetic resonance imaging were unremarkable. Electroencephalography did not show epileptic activity. Electromyography revealed burst durations varying between 50 and 100 ms. Diazepam intravenous was started, which improved her abnormal movement within 1 hour. On the next day, she developed the same clinical symptoms of presentation. Donepezil was discontinued, and clonazepam was started. The patient had a complete recovery from her myoclonus. To the authors’ knowledge, there are six reports of myoclonus secondary to donepezil/galantamine. There is no report of rivastigmine-induced myoclonus. The most frequent presentation was multifocal myoclonus. The management was the discontinuation of the acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. All the individuals recovered within 3 weeks.
A pre-Neolithic ritual centre: Göbekli-Tepe, Turkey
Authors: Krim Arthur
Published: October 2023

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O Leitor Perverso: soberania e violência na interpretação literária de Kafka e Camus
Authors: Muller Rafael Sarto
Published: October 2023

Este artigo estuda os efeitos pragmáticos da soberania do leitor quando da interpretação de textos literários. Valendo-se de Carta ao Pai, de Kafka, e O estrangeiro, de Camus, verifica-se os modos como leitores interpretam as vivências dos sujeitos (o próprio Kafka, remetente da carta; ou Meursault, narrador-personagem de Camus) e retroalimentam o que esses mesmos sujeitos sofrem. Metodologicamente, dialoga-se com Jakobson e Watzlawick, Beavin e Jackson. Kafka inverte os duplo-vínculos do pai para escapar da situação insustentável. Meursault mantém sua postura, entregando a interpretação de seu destino a leitores e a outros personagens, sendo morto ao final da narrativa.
Agroecological assessment of the soil cover during the uplift of hydromorphic meadow fallow lands in the conditions of chernozem soils of the Penza region
Authors:   Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Buzylev Aleksey , Tikhonova Mariya
Published: October 2023

The article presents the results of a comprehensive agroecological assessment of the soil cover of hydromorphic meadow fallow lands of the Bashmakovsky district of the Penza region. Agroecological assessment of soil availability with macro- and microelements, landscape agroecological assessment and soil characteristics of meadow fallow lands were carried out on the territory, through field and laboratory research methods. As a result of the conducted research, digital models of the relief and density of the upper soil horizon of the analyzed area were constructed, the assessment of soils according to their availability of macro- and microelements was carried out. Keywords: AGROECOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF LANDS, MEADOW CHERNOZEMS, FALLOW LANDS, HYDROMORPHIC SOILS
A IMPORTÂNCIA DAS POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS NA ESFERA DA SAÚDE PÚBLICA
Authors: Santos Pedro Júnior Oliveira dos , Martins Guilherme Mendes de Lima , Barroso Ana Cláudia
Published: October 2023

As políticas nacionais no domínio da saúde pública são fundamentais para garantir o bem-estar e a qualidade de vida dos indivíduos. O objetivo geral desta análise é examinar a responsabilidade do Estado em garantir a ordem pública para um determinado grupo. O objetivo específico é mostrar a importância da luta contra o asilo em relação aos direitos das pessoas com doenças mentais desde o início do asilo até os dias atuais. Além disso, visa analisar como o Estado intervém nos acontecimentos mais graves do meio social e discutir a responsabilidade do Estado nestas situações. O objetivo desta análise é compreender como os países podem agir de forma mais eficaz e justa na promoção da saúde pública e na garantia dos seus direitos. Na pesquisa foram utilizados o Método Dialético e o método de procedimento histórico, no qual será classificada a pesquisa de modo qualitativa e exploratória, dado que a mesma almeja um melhoramento das ideias que existem em relação à problemática em questão. É importante frisar que, às técnicas utilizadas para a coleta de dados na elaboração da pesquisa, foi baseada em (pesquisa bibliográfica, no qual está baseada no estudo das concepções doutrinárias, e pesquisa documental, através de dispositivos legais). No método de procedimento usou-se doutrinarias com o intuito levantar um repertório histórico acerca da temática e estruturar uma resistente base teórica para a realização do trabalho. Com as coletas de todos os dados acerca do tema, constatou-se na pesquisa que os métodos do Estado ainda são muito deficitários, pois faltam políticas públicas mais humanitárias.
Enhancing Patient Experience by Automating and Transforming Free Text into Actionable Consumer Insights: A Natural Language Processing (NLP) Approach
Authors: Vashishtha Ela , Kapoor Himanshu
Published: October 2023

Background: The digitalization of healthcare has expanded patient access to care delivery through various virtual platforms. These platforms accumulate a wealth of patient feedback data, offering valuable insights into care perception and experience. Natural Language Processing (NLP) provides a means to efficiently analyze this unstructured patient feedback, enabling healthcare organizations to enhance care quality and patient experience.
Methods: This study collected 19,000 comments from diverse sources, including surveys and social media, spanning from January 1, 2018, to June 30, 2021. The data underwent preprocessing, including lowercase conversion, special character removal, and lemmatization. A "hot word" list was employed to identify critical patient safety concerns. NLP models, including sentiment analysis and text classification, were used to analyze patient feedback.
Results: The sentiment analysis revealed that most patient comments were positive or neutral, with 34.5% positive, 52.6% negative, and 12.9% neutral sentiments. Aggregate analysis identified access and login issues as a primary source of dissatisfaction, with 78% of related comments expressing negativity. The study also utilized Word2Vec to uncover word associations, highlighting positive associations with "staff" and negative associations with "website" and "insurance." Hot word detection identified 580 comments requiring immediate attention for patient safety.
Conclusions: NLP-enabled analysis of patient feedback offers actionable insights for healthcare organizations. It identifies areas for improvement, tracks sentiment trends, and aids in patient engagement. Additionally, NLP benefits research and development by accelerating drug discovery and improving healthcare outcomes. Despite limitations, NLP's role in healthcare data analysis is poised to grow, benefiting both providers and consumers. This study recommends proactive use of NLP tools to enhance care delivery and patient experience.

Key words: Natural Language Processing, Context-aware Algorithms, Quality Improvement Framework, Text Classification, Electronic Health Records, Machine Learning, Word2Vec, Sentiment Analysis, Word2Vec, Hot Word List, Frequency Distribution, Patient Feedback.
Reproductive system status in men after coronavirus infection and vaccination
Authors: Matar Kh. T.Dzh. , Esteves G. M.V.
Published: October 2023

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic is a serious problem for the health care system in Russia and worldwide, as the pathogenic influence of the pathogen can cause a systematic range of complications in the body, especially in the reproductive system.

The aim of the work was to determine the state of the reproductive system in men after coronavirus infection and vaccination based on the analysis of literature data.

Materials and methods The search for papers on the state of the reproductive system in men after coronavirus infection and vaccination was conducted in PubMed, Medline, EMBASE and eLibrary.ru databases.

Results The reproductive capacity of male patients who have undergone COVID-19 is affected by numerous factors: general health status, activity of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, development of systemic inflammatory response, activation of lipoperoxidation processes, etc. This changes cause inflammatory response in the tissues of the reproductive system, secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines, imbalance of the antioxidant system, formation of oxidative stress, damage to Leydig and Sertoli cells, formation of reproductive insufficiency and infertility.

Discussion The pathogenetic role of SARS-CoV-2 in the development of reproductive depression in men with coronavirus infection, which has a prolonged, negative and persistent effect on the state of testicular hemodynamics, the level of total testosterone in blood and ejaculate parameters, was confirmed.

Conclusion The results of the study suggest a deterioration of the reproductive system in men following coronavirus infection.
Clinical features of osteoporosis among indigenous women of Russian and Buryat ethnicity in Trans-Baikal region
Authors: Verkhoturova S. V. , Gorbunov V. V. , Tsarenok S. Y. , Aksenova T. A. , Iljamakova N. A.
Published: October 2023

Introduction Osteoporosis (OP) is a major social and medical problem for society.

The aim of research was to identify risk factors for OP and the incidence of low-energy fractures in women with OP of Russian and Buryat ethnicity in Trans-Baikal region.

Materials and methods We examined 98 women with OP (50 of Russian and 48 of Buryat nationality) and 100 women without objective signs of OP, comparable by age and nationality with the main group. All women underwent a questionnaire to identify risk factors for osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures, determination of bone mineral density (BMD) using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, and determination of the absolute 10-year risk of major osteoporotic fractures using the online FRAX® calculator.

Results The mean age of women with OP of Russian ethnicity was 65.5 [57.0;71.0] years, of Buryat nationality – 65.3 [56.0;69.0] years. Among risk factors in female members of Russian nationality, age older than 65 years, tendency to fall and decreased creatinine clearance were found more frequently. There was an inverse association between proximal femoral BMD and risk of falls (R = -0.31, p = 0.04) and a direct correlation between family history of ОP and spinal BMD (R = 0.65, p = 0.02).

Discussion Age over 65 is a significant risk factor for osteoporosis and is included in the FRAX (Fracture Risk Assessment Tool) model. Reduces creatinine clearance and a tendency to fall have been associated with the development of OP and fractures in some studies. Our findings are consistent with previous studies.

Conclusion Russian women were more likely than Buryat women to have risk factors for OP, such as falls and decreased creatinine clearance. Associations were found between proximal femoral BMD and falls, spinal BMD with a family history of OP and smoking among Russian women.
Positive experience of introducing telemedicine technologies in the Ekaterinburg Clinical Perinatal Centre
Authors: Blagodareva M. S. , Brynza N. S. , Belomestnov S. R. , Ksenofontova O. L.
Published: October 2023

Introduction A clinical and statistical analysis of the medical records of the first obstetric hospital of the Ekaterinburg Clinical Perinatal Centre (ECPC) was performed to assess the medical effectiveness of the integration of telemedicine technology (TMT) into the system of medical care in the case of threatened and preterm birth (PB).

The aim of the work was to assess the medical effectiveness of integrating a range of telemedicine technologies into the system of medical care in the case of threatened and preterm birth as exemplified by the ECPC (First Obstetric Hospital).

Materials and methods Preterm births between 22 and 36 weeks and 6 days of gestation were selected for the study. The number of PBs was 2,468 before the introduction of telemedicine technology and 2,112 after the introduction of telemedicine technology. The incidence of extremely low birth weight was analyzed to assess the impact of TMT implementation on neonatal outcomes. Criterion of Kolmogorov – Smirnov was applied to assess the normality of the distribution; to analyse the difference between groups – criterion of Kruskal – Wallis for K-independent samples. The arithmetic mean, standard error and standard deviation were calculated. Significance of differences between the averages was assessed using Student’s t-test.

Results Before the introduction of TMT, no significant difference was found in the proportion of PB groups between different years and the structure of PP did not change according to gestational age. After the introduction of TMT there was also no significant difference in the pattern of PB. The proportion of extremely early PB before TMT implementation was significantly higher than after implementation. There was a significant decrease in the number of preterm infants with extremely low birth weight after implementation compared with the period before TMT.

Discussion The use of automated systems implemented in the Sverdlovsk region, which are applications for mobile phones or personal computers, does not require the financial investment associated with the purchase of additional expensive equipment by pregnant women. Like the authors of earlier studies, we note a prolongation of gestational age and a reduction in the frequency of extremely low birth weight babies.

Conclusion The incidence of extremely early PB decreased from 10.81 % to 7.13 % (p = 0.012) during 2016–2021, the incidence of late PB increased from 54.6 % to 60.1 % (p = 0.027) due to increasing gestational age. The number of babies born with extremely low birth weight decreased from 13.69 % to 8.36 % (p ≤ 0.001).
New records of lichenicolous and lichenized fungi from Üzümdere Nature Park, Türkiye
Authors: Kocakaya Mustafa , Barak Mehmet ünsal , Kocakaya Zekiye
Published: October 2023

Four species of lichenicolous fungi (Clypeococcum epicrassum, Polycoccum cladoniae, Sphaerellothecium arnoldii, and Stigmidium aff. lecidellae) and two species o f lichenized fungi (Gyalolechia klementii and Parvoplaca servitiana) are
reported for the first time from Turkey. Comments on their morphological characters, habitats, and substrates are provided, together with macro- and microphotographs.
Veloporphyrellus latisporus, a new generic record for India
Authors: Mushtaq Faisal , Malik Wasim Sajad , Chakraborty Dyutiparna , Bhat Musadiq Hussain , Vyas Ashish , Das Kanad
Published: October 2023

During routine macrofungal surveys in various temperate forests of Indian Himalayan belt, we made some collections of the interesting genus Veloporphyrellus. After through literature review, morphological examinations, and phylogenetic analysis of two ribosomal genes, those collections
were found to be conspecific with Veloporphyrellus latisporus, which was described from coniferous forests of Pakistan. We present the genus and the species from India for the first time with detailed morphological description, illustrations, multigene phylogenetic analysis, and comparisons
with related species.
Activation of intravascular blood coagulation in the early postoperative period in reconstructive abdominoplasty
Authors: Golubkov N. A. , Kuzmin V. V. , Chernyadyev S. A. , Solodushkin S. I.
Published: October 2023

Purpose of the study: to determine the activity of intravascular blood coagulation during the abdominoplasty and justify pharmacological thromboprophylaxis.

Material and Methods. An open prospective study was conducted on a group of 100 patients undergoing abdominoplasty. The risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) before the surgery was assessed using the Caprini risk assessment model in 2010. Prothrombin (PT) and fibrinogen (FG) levels, soluble fibrin-monomer complexes (SFMC), euglobulin clot lysis time (ECLT), antithrombin III (AT-III) level, and protein C (PC) level were determined before and after the surgery.

Results. Using the Caprini risk assessment model, patients were categorized by VTE risk as follows: moderate risk – 64% and high risk – 36%. After the surgery, an increase in PT by 12.3% and 15.5% on days 3 and 5 was  observed (p < 0.01); an increase in FG by 0.49; 2.34 and 2.04 g/L on days 1, 3, and 5 was observed (p < 0.01); an increase in SFMC at all postoperative stages by 4.7; 8.2; 10.8 and 10.0 times (p < 0.01); an increase in ECLT by 2.8; 9.7, and 6.3 minutes on days 1, 3, and 5 (p < 0.001); and a decrease in AT-III and PC levels immediately after  the operation by 18.8% and 8.9%, on day 1 by 14.2% and 11.2%, and on day 3 by 8.8% and 6.3% (p < 0.01).

Conclusion. All patients undergoing abdominoplasty require pharmacological thromboprophylaxis due to moderate and high risk of venous thromboembolic complications. Abdominoplasty in the early postoperative period is accompanied by activation of plasma coagulation, inhibition of fibrinolytic system activity, and reduced activity of natural anticoagulants, which justifies the need for pharmacological thromboprophylaxis for at least 5 days.
Anthropometric characteristics as prerequisites for the development of primary carpal tunnel syndrome
Authors: Baytinger A. V. , Magay Yu. V.
Published: October 2023

Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common compressive neuropathy of the upper limb. The etiology of this carpal tunnel syndrome is unknown. All previous studies of this issue were aimed at studying the external and internal risk factors, accompanied by narrowing of the carpal tunnel and compression of the median nerve. However, these studies were carried out without taking into account data regarding the anthropometric parameters of the hand.

Material and methods. The study involved 48 participants of both sexes, divided into 2 groups. Group 1 –  28 patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, group 2 – 20 people – healthy volunteers. Participants of both groups underwent the following measurements of both upper extremities: wrist perimeter – level of entry into the carpal canal (cm), perimeter of the hand - level of exit from the carpal canal along the Kaplan line (cm), length of the carpal canal (cm). BMI (body mass index) was calculated and interpreted taking into account age and gender. The obtained morphometric data were subjected to systematization and statistical analysis.

Results. It has been proven that the likelihood of developing primary carpal tunnel syndrome increases after the age 57 years old and with BMI values of more than 30. Also, the risk of developing primary carpal tunnel syndrome is higher with a hand perimeter of more than 22 cm (exit from the carpal tunnel) and a carpal tunnel length of less than 3 cm.

Conclusion. Age, body mass index, hand and carpal tunnel circumference significantly affect the occurrence of primary carpal tunnel syndrome, which allows us to consider them as predisposing risk factors.
A clinical case of surgical treatment of a child with aneurysms of the abdominal aorta and aortic bifurcation, superior mesenteric artery and multiple aneurysms of the main arteries
Authors: Sukhov M. N. , Narbutov A. G. , Lyvina I. P. , Serkov I. I. , Naleev A. A.
Published: October 2023

A brief literature review on abdominal aortic aneurysms in children and our own observation of surgical treatment of a 5-year-old child with an aneurysm of the abdominal aorta and aortic bifurcation, an aneurysm of the superior mesenteric artery, and multiple aneurysms of the arteries of the lower extremities has been presented in the paper. Staged replacement of the aortic aneurysm and superior mesenteric artery with synthetic polytetrafluoroethylene prostheses was performed. The features of surgical interventions, difficulties and complications that the authors encountered during the treatment of the child are described.
History of the development of Lymphology in Tomsk: from experimental research to clinical practice
Authors: Baytinger V. F. , Kurochkina O. S. , Magay Yu. V. , Varakuta E. Yu. , Malinovsky S. V.
Published: October 2023

The history of lymphology in Tomsk primarily connected with the names of Gordey Maksimovich Iosifov (1870–1933) and Dimitry Arkadiyevich Zhdanov (1908–1971). This paper analyzes the work of these scientists in Tomsk and the impact of their scientific heritage on further scientific research on the study of the lymphatic system and the application of this knowledge in clinical practice.
The impact of digitized customer behaviors on performance: The mediating and the moderating role of digitized CRM
Authors: Al-Ayed Sura , Al-Tit Ahmad
Published: October 2023

The aim of this study is to explore the effect of digitized customer behavior on performance in the presence of digitized CRM as a mediating and a moderating variable. Research data was gathered using an online questionnaire completed by a convenience sample of marketing employees in service companies. The questionnaire was designed using a five-point Liker scale. The results showed that digitized customer behavior had a significant effect on performance, digitized CRM played a significant mediating role between digitized customer behavior and performance while had no significant moderating part in such an effect. Consequently, it was concluded that for companies to lift their performance, a digitized CRM program is a key prerequisite. This study contributes to the extant literature through highlighting the importance of digitized CRM for performance enhancement. Scholars and practitioners are required to consider the effects of digitized CRM on organizational outcomes.
The effect of social media and electronic word of mouth on trust and loyalty: Evidence from generation Z in coffee industry
Authors: Salmiah Salmiah , Sahir Syafrida Hafni , Fahlevi Mochammad
Published: October 2023

Coffee shops have now evolved into an integral part of the modern lifestyle embraced by today's youth, especially by Generation Z. This study aims to understand the role of technology, specifically through Social Media Usage (SMU) and Electronic Word-Of Mouth (eWOM), and how trust as a mediator affects purchase intention and subsequently impacts customer loyalty. This study involved 282 respondents from diverse backgrounds. The sampling technique employed both snowballing and random sampling methods. For analysis, the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique was utilized. In the study, several relationships were tested for their significance. The relationship between SMU and Trust was found to be significant. However, the relationship between eWOM and Trust was not significant. Trust significantly influenced Purchase Intention and Customer Loyalty. The direct relationship between Purchase Intention and Customer Loyalty was not significant. Moreover, the mediated relationships of SMU through Trust to Purchase Intention were significant, while the mediated relationship of eWOM through Trust to Purchase Intention was found to be non-significant. This investigation illuminates the distinct confluence of age-old values and contemporary digital interactions in sculpting consumer behavior within Indonesia. It accentuates the imperative for coffee shop enterprises to discern and synergize with these trends to guarantee enduring prosperity.
Enhancing secondary school students' attitudes toward physics by using computer simulations
Authors: Ayasrah Firas Tayseer Mohammad , Alarabi Khaleel , mansouri Maitha Al , Fattah Hadya Abboud Abdel , Al-Said Khaleel
Published: October 2023

Educational systems worldwide have witnessed a significant shift towards technological applications, especially after COVID-19, which impacted how the learning contents are delivered in classrooms. Given the increased attention given to the numerous advantages of computer Simulations (CSs) programs, particularly in science education, this study compared the efficacy of employing a lab simulation of Newton's Second Law of Motion to teach physics in the UAE secondary school environment versus the more conventional approach (Face-to-face instruction). The study employed a quasi-experimental design that included 90 UAE 11th-grade students from two public schools in the City of Al Ain. The intervention included student engagement in the PhET interactive simulation of Newton’s second law of motion. The study employed the Test of Science-Related Attitudes (TOSRA) questionnaire to collect data before and after the intervention for the experimental and control groups. The findings demonstrated statistically significant differences between experimental and control groups in students' attitudes toward scientific inquiry, enjoyment of science lessons, and career interest in physics/science. Furthermore, results showed a significant difference in attitudes perceived in these scales, with males having a more significant effect size than female students in all three scales. The study concludes with implications and suggests recommendations for future research and practice.
EcoConnect: Guiding environmental awareness via digital marketing approaches
Authors: Daoud Mohammad Khalaf , Taha Sawsan , Al-Qeed Marzouq , Alsafadi Yousef , Ahmad Ahmad Y. A. Bani , Allahham Mahmoud
Published: October 2023

This study investigates the impact of sustainability initiatives, choice of content, and engagement with environmental content on environmental awareness. Employing a sample of 435 respondents and utilizing Partial Least Squares (PLS) analysis, the research provides valuable insights into the role of digital marketing strategies in fostering environmental consciousness. The findings of this study highlight the substantial influence that digital marketing techniques can have on shaping individuals' awareness and attitudes towards environmental concerns. The confirmed hypotheses underscore the effectiveness of these strategies in promoting environmental awareness among diverse audiences. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the research contributes to the growing synergy between digital marketing and environmental advocacy, encouraging further exploration and practical applications for a more sustainable future.
The impact of employment on mental healthcare use among people with disability: distinguishing between part- and full-time employment
Authors: Saxby Karinna , Dickinson Helen , Petrie Dennis , Kavanagh Anne , Aitken Zoe
Published: October 2023

OBJECTIVE: Employment can improve mental health among people with disability (PWD), however, little is known about how different levels of workforce participation influence mental healthcare use. The aim of this study was to estimate the extent to which different levels of working hours are associated with changes in mental healthcare use among PWD.

METHODS: Data on working hours and healthcare use among working age PWD who were receiving government benefits (N=260 825) was obtained from Australian Census-linked administrative records between 2011 and 2019. Individual fixed effects panel models were used to estimate the impact of increased working hours on mental healthcare (services and prescriptions). Heterogeneity analyses by job security and key sociodemographic characteristics were conducted.

RESULTS: Compared to not working, we found that working 1–14, 15–29, and ≥30 hours per week was respectively associated with a 3.3%, 18.0%, and 9.9% reduction in the use of mental healthcare prescriptions as well as a 6.8%, 18.4%, and 22.3% reduction in the use of mental healthcare services by PWD. The effects were larger for PWD in more secure work and those living in rural and disadvantaged areas.

CONCLUSIONS: Working more hours was associated with reduced mental healthcare use among PWD. Policy interventions should consider the broader benefits of enabling part-time and secure work placements for PWD, particularly for those living in rural and disadvantaged regions.
Tác động của cạnh tranh đến khả năng sinh lời của ngân hàng thương mại Việt Nam
Authors: Sơn Tô Vĩnh
Published: October 2023

Nghiên cứu này nhằm phân tích tác động của cạnh tranh đối với khả năng sinh lời của ngân hàng Việt Nam, sử dụng dữ liệu bảng không cân bằng, bao gồm 390 quan sát của 30 ngân hàng từ năm 2008-2020. Nghiên cứu này sử dụng phương pháp hồi quy mô hình hiệu ứng cố định, mô hình hiệu ứng ngẫu nhiên. Thông qua kiểm định hausman để chọn ra phương pháp ước lượng phù hợp để kiểm định tác động của cạnh tranh đến hiệu quả hoạt động của các ngân hàng thương mại cổ phần. Kết quả nghiên cứu cũng cho thấy rằng, khi mức độ cạnh tranh tăng lên, ngân hàng có lợi nhuận thấp hơn về ROA và ROE nhưng hiệu quả hơn về mặt lợi nhuận ròng (NIM). Ngoài ra, các ngân hàng có thể tận dụng lợi thế của quy mô, vốn, cho vay, thanh khoản ngân hàng để cải thiện hiệu quả tài chính của họ. Từ kết quả nghiên cứu, chúng tôi gợi ý một số các hàm ý chính sách như các ngân hàng cần gia tăng năng lực cạnh tranh, quy mô, thanh khoản, và kiểm soát mức độ sử dụng đòn bẩy tài chính, tăng cường giám sát khoản vay và để giúp các ngân hàng cải thiện khả năng sinh lời. Hơn nữa, khả năng sinh lời của ngân hàng không chỉ bị ảnh hưởng bởi các yếu tố bên trong ngân hàng mà còn bị ảnh hưởng bởi yếu tố bên ngoài  ngân  hàng. Môi trường kinh tế vĩ mô thay đổi sẽ ảnh hưởng đáng kể đến khả năng sinh lợi của ngân hàng. Do đó, để gia tăng khả năng sinh lợi, các ngân hàng thương mại cần chú trọng kiểm soát yếu tố bên trong đồng thời dựa trên tình hình kinh tế vĩ mô bên ngoài để có những điều chỉnh phù hợp
Nghiên cứu chứng khoán hóa quốc tế - Hàm ý chính sách cho Việt Nam
Authors: Đạt Phạm Tiến
Published: October 2023

Bài báo tác giả nghiên cứu về nghiệm vụ quy trình, khung pháp lý cho hoạt động chứng khoán hóa của các quốc gia trên thế giới. tác giả sử dụng phương pháp phân tích đánh giá lập luận để đưa ra các kết luận, hàm ý.  Các quốc gia được tác giả nghiên cứu gồm Hoa Kỳ, Nhật, Singapore, Malaysia, Trung Quốc, dữ liệu nghiên cứu từ 1998 – 2021. Từ kết quả nghiên cứu tác giả sẽ đưa ra các hàm ý cho Việt Nam: Khung pháp lý cho hoạt động chứng khoán hóa, cần đồng bộ các quy định của Việt Nam, giải pháp cho các công ty chứng khoán và các ngân hàng thương mại Việt Nam
Efektivitas Penggunaan Media Dan Internet Of Things Dalam Mengajar Sekolah Minggu Masa Kini
Authors: Murtikasari Tio Fanny Glorianna , Kristiani Kristiani
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas penggunaan media dan internet of things dalam mengajar Sekolah Minggu dengan tetap memperhatikan nilai-nilai Alkitabiah. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif deskriptif. Penggunaan media dan internet of things dalam mengajar Sekolah Minggu harus melibatkan peran aktif dari orang dewasa, yaitu guru Sekolah Minggu, pendeta, dan orang tua. Namun peran yang paling penting dalam mendidik anak di gereja adalah guru-guru Sekolah Minggu, karena mereka memiliki tanggung jawab besar yang diberikan oleh gembala untuk memelihara iman anak-anak di gereja. Namun guru-guru Sekolah Minggu juga dituntut untuk kreatif, yaitu dengan mengikuti perkembangan zaman dalam mengajar anak-anak dengan menggunakan media pembelajaran dan bila perlu adanya internet of things yang dapat membantu dalam penyampaian materi Sekolah Minggu. Walaupun masing-masing memiliki kelebihan dan kekurangan, tetapi yang menjadi inti dari 2 hal tersebut adalah jangan sampai meninggalkan nilai-nilai Alkitabiah, atau bahkan tidak sesuai dengan kebenaran Firman Tuhan.
A Review of Achievement Test Development in Türkiye Regarding the Achievement Test Development Process
Authors: ULUMAN Müge
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this research is to determine to what extent the articles titled achievement test development, published between 2020-2023, meet the steps that should be followed during the achievement test development process. The research is a document review study within the scope of qualitative research. In determining the studies to be included in the research, consideration was given to the fact that the aim and title of the research included '...developing an achievement test', that the full text of the article was accessible, and that the research language was Turkish, and a total of 40 articles were included in the research. In the study, a coding list was created and used by the researcher, based on Turgut and Baykul's (2012) achievement test development steps. Data analysis of the research was carried out using the categorical analysis method, one of the types of content analysis. In the articles examined within the scope of the research, it is seen that there are deficiencies in almost all stages of the achievement test development process, starting from presenting the test plan based on the test plan to including the items to be included in the final test form. In line with the research results, it may be suggested that the achievement test development steps in the literature be taken into consideration in studies.
The Impact of Virtual Museum on Learning Achievement: A Meta-Synthesis Study
Authors: MERCAN Gamze , VAROL SELÇUK Zümrüt , OZER KESKIN Melıke
Published: October 2023

This meta-synthesis study aims to explore the impact of virtual museum on learning achievement. With the advancements in technology, virtual museum and augmented reality museum applications have gained popularity in the field of education and museum studies. However, there is a need to examine their effectiveness in enhancing learning outcomes. This research reviews examines 17 studies to evaluate their effects on learning achievement. The findings reveal that virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are frequently used in science, art, and history museums to support the acquisition of conceptual knowledge. These technologies are commonly employed for purposes such as integrating additional materials with physical exhibits, animating complex events or concepts, and simulating virtual exhibitions and story scenarios. However, the study also highlights some challenges and limitations of these applications. Technical issues, such as hardware requirements and connectivity problems, can hinder the effectiveness of the learning experience. Additionally, the availability of high-quality content and the need for instructional guidance are important factors to consider for successful implementation. Overall, this meta-synthesis study suggests that virtual museum and augmented reality museum applications have a positive influence on learning achievement. It emphasizes the potential of these technologies in enhancing the educational experience and recommends further research in this area to explore their long-term effects and address the identified challenges.
Investigation of Preschool Teacher Candidates' Views on Zero Waste
Authors: AVAN Çağrı , ŞEKER Fatih , AYDINLI Bahattin
Published: October 2023

Individuals' perspectives and views on zero waste are important in terms of minimizing the damage to the environment and a sustainable world. At this point, especially the level of educators' understanding of sustainability and zero waste will directly affect the worldview of students, who are the individuals of the future. The aim of this study is to determine and examine the views of pre-service preschool teachers on the concept of zero waste. Within the scope of the study, the views of 83 pre-service preschool teachers on zero waste were examined in depth using an interview form, and the data were analyzed by creating codes and categories. Phenomenology, one of the qualitative research methods, was used in the process. As a result of the study, it was determined that pre-service preschool teachers have limited knowledge about zero waste and sustainability. In addition, the fact that most pre-service teachers defined zero waste as recyclable waste indicates that there is an incomplete learning. It was determined that pre-service preschool teachers have limited knowledge and experience about reduce and reuse, which are recommended for a sustainable environment, and which take place before recycling in the zero waste hierarchy. Another important result was that pre-service preschool teachers prioritized especially plastic wastes in terms of recycling. In line with these results, it is recommended that these issues should be included in the education programmed for pre-service teachers.