bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Institutional, functional and legal provision of ecological function of the state
Authors: Bondar N. , Osetrov R.
Published: July 2023

The article deals with institutional, functional and legal provision of ecological function of the state through the prism of the definitions – “state function” and “ecological function of the state” – studying. It was based on the analysis of the leading scientists’ opinions. It is necessary to understand that the deterioration of the ecological situation in Ukraine is caused not only by the war, but also by human economic activity, and it has gone beyond the boundaries of individual territories, spreading on a global scale. One of the key problems that needs to be solved is the formation of the role and place of the state’s ecological function understanding. The state must recognize the extreme importance of environmental protection for the sustainable development of the country; must develop a fundamentally new attitude to this problem.It is indicated that the separation of the ecological function is an indispensable condition for the analysis of the state’s activities, provided that there is a clear understanding of the connections between the state’s environmental policy and the actual ecological situation in the country. It was determined that the ecological function of the state is a set of measures that it takes to ensure environmental safety and preserve natural resources for future generations. The main goal of the ecological function of the state is to preserve natural resources, ensure environmental safety, prevent environmental disasters, environmental pollution, and the destruction of biodiversity. The task of the ecological function of the state includes the following: adoption of laws regulating the natural resources’ usage and environmental pollution; development and implementation of programs for nature protection, preservation of biodiversity and reduction of emissions into the atmosphere; ensuring control over compliance with environmental safety norms and standards; conducting scientific research and monitoring the state of the environment; implementation of economic mechanisms that stimulate conservation of natural resources and environmental investments; increasing the environmental awareness of the population and promoting the development of environmental education.
Guarantees for the protection of property rights: the issue of updating methodological approaches
Authors: Sydorovich M.-L. R.
Published: July 2023

The article examines the issue of updatingтmethodological approaches to the interpretation and systematization of guarantees for the protection of property rights.It is motivated by the fact that human rights cannot exist in an abstract form, the task of the state is to create conditions for the possibility of their proper realization by subjects of the law through the use of means of implementation, use and observance. The complexity of means of assurance plays a priority role, since guarantees must include a complete system of regulatory, organizational, procedural, managerial, financial and other actions. Ensuring and guaranteeing one’s own right enables the functioning of many economic, financial and administrative-public institutions, therefore their legal nature is very important for the doctrine and practice of law.It is summarized that significant reasons for the violation of the integrity and proper functioning of property rights are: gaps and conflicts of legal regulation in this area, insufficient stability of legal phenomena under the influence of political processes, the emergence of new forms and types of property, which lead to the need for additional security of such social relations.The basis of positive, socially useful economic and activity and material relations, the trend direction of updated forms of ownership exist not only exclusively as declarative slogans, guaranteeing this sphere is a very important task of the state and the legal system.It is proved that the methodological and philosophical factors of understanding established legal institutions are subject to transformation under the influence of global, political and informational factors. Property rights are changing due to the transparency of phenomena and processes of modern social reality. Guarantees of the right of ownership act as an operational, security mechanism, which really gives the right holders the opportunity to realize the regulated right.The article reasons that it is necessary to introduce into the systematization of guarantees of property rights, in addition to classic regulatory, financial, political and cultural guarantees, two more types - crisis and informational and innovative
Compliance with the procedural form during the expert examination in criminal proceedings
Authors: Blagodyr A.A. , Blahodyr V.S. , Blagodyr S.M.
Published: July 2023

The paper examines issues related to the problems of compliance with the procedural form during the appointment and conduct of expert examination in criminal proceedings.Attention is drawn to the fact that the importance of the procedural form is difficult to overestimate, as it is one of the most important guarantees of criminal justice, which is aimed at ensuring the rights and legitimate interests of all persons participating in the proceedings. Criminal procedural form is the law defined order of criminal proceedings in general, the order of execution of individual procedural actions, and the order of making procedural decisions. The requirement to observe the criminal procedural form applies to all subjects of procedural activity, but it especially applies to the prosecution and the court, given the requirements of part 2 of Article 19 of the Constitution of Ukraine, which establishes the duty of state authorities and local self-government bodies, their officials to act only on the basis, within the limits of authority and in the manner provided by the Constitution and laws of Ukraine.It was found that one of the most common mistakes made by pre-trial investigation bodies during the examination is the violation of the established form of making a procedural decision. Decisions on the selection of biological samples for expert research, in violation of the requirements of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, are made not by prosecutors authorized to do so, but by investigators or heads of investigative units. It is also a violation of the procedural form to participate in the investigation and, accordingly, to resolve all issues related to the appointment and conduct of the examination, by persons who are not endowed with such powers.Attention is drawn to the fact that, contrary to the decisions of the ECHR, cases of courts issuing decisions on granting permission for the forced selection of biological samples for conducting expert examinations of suspects continue.It was concluded that pre-trial investigation bodies and courts in their activities must strictly follow the procedural form established by the Criminal Procedure Code of Ukraine. When deciding on the appointment and conduct of an examination, it is necessary to take into account the legal positions of the Supreme Court and the decisions of the ECHR. In order to bring domestic criminal procedural legislation to international standards in the field of protection of personal rights, additions should be introduced to the Code of Criminal Procedure of Ukraine, which relate to the prohibition of forced collection of biological samples for examination of suspects and accused persons.
The role of family mediation in the prevention of domestic violence
Authors: Zinsu O.
Published: July 2023

The relevance of the topic of scientific research is determined by the acuteness of the problem of domestic violence and the need to improve comprehensive measures to prevent and counter violent behavior in the family, household, and family. Under these circumstances, the article is devoted to the study of family mediation as an innovative means of solving family conflicts, which in a certain way makes it possible to level the causes and risks of the formation of polyphonic deep conflict domestic violence and, accordingly, serves as a significant factor in reducing the scale of domestic violence. Methodological tools are chosen in accordance with the set goal, specifics of the object and subject of research. The provisions of domestic and international legal acts in the field of mediation are analyzed. It has been established that mediation is one of the forms of alternative dispute resolution. The functions of family mediation are outlined and the stages of the mediation procedure are separated. The advantages of family mediation are revealed and the inadmissibility of using mediation in cases of domestic violence is emphasized.It is noted that family mediation is a powerful resource in the settlement of real or potential disputes, which thus contributes to the establishment of productive interaction between participants in family and family relations. The obtained results of the study made it possible to reach a conclusion about the expediency of using family mediation as a separate direction of prevention of domestic violence.The provisions set out in the scientific article can to be used in: − the scientific and research field – for the development of relevant areas of mediation and for the further development of this scientific area; – in the educational process – for the preparation of lecture materials, coursework, diploma theses in the academic disciplines “Civil law”, “Family law”, “Actual problems of combating domestic violence”, “Criminology”, “Legal psychology”; “Preventive psychology”; – the right to applicable activity – to improve and improve the practical activity of subjects who carry out measures to implement state policy in the field of prevention and countermeasures against domestic violence.
MENELUSURI BANGUNAN EPISTEMOLOGI KEISLAMAN KLASIK (Epistemologi Bayani, Burhani dan Irfani)
Authors: . Mutakallim
Published: July 2023

Bayani is an epistemology which assumes that the source of knowledge is revelation (text) or reasoning from the text. Burhani epistemology believes that the source of knowledge is reason. While ‘Irfani is an epistemology which assumes that science is the will (iradah). The chronology of Bayani at least has begun from Prophet Muhammad era when he explained difficult verses for friends to understand. Then, the friends interpreted it. Tabi'in collected texts from Rasulullah SAW and friends. They attached their interpretation and their ability of reasoning and ijtihad with the text as the main guidance. Aristoteles was the first person to develop Burhani epistemology which more focused on epistemological values than formal logic. The sources of ‘Irfani were divided into several classifications which in author's point of view, it was not from outside Islam because it was about the life of Allah’s Messenger. Prophet's friends and Tabi'in intended to use and to practice ‘Irfani even though the naming had not yet existed. The superiority of Bayani lies in the correctness of the text (the Qur’an and the Hadith) as the main source of universal Islamic law so that it becomes a guide and benchmark. However, its limitation lead to stagnation in religious life because its inability to respond the current development. Whereas the strength of Burhani is the system of thinking for epistemological construction which is built on reasoning and logic but it is sometimes limited of asynchronous texts and reality. The strength of ‘Irfani is all the knowledge from intuitions, musyaadah and mukasyafah are closer to the truth of sciences which are extracted from rational arguments and reasons. The weakness of Irfani is it can only be enjoyed by specific people who are able to reach a high level of self-purification and are very subjective in judging things based on their individual experience.
KRITIK ILMIAH DALAM PERSPEKTIF ISLAM
Authors: Hakim Azizul
Published: July 2023

This paper discusses the theory of scientific criticism for the progress and development of science. Science and technology carry out a noble mission, namely for the happiness and good of mankind. In Islam it is also taught that to obtain the good of the world and the hereafter, it is necessary to have knowledge. Therefore, science must always be guarded with a view of life that is full of religious values, so that knowledge is absolutely felt for humans. In this paper, the author focuses on discussing the theory of scientific criticism in an Islamic perspective. Knowing this material is important because the key to the success of Islamic scholarship is the spirit of criticism among Islamic scientists. The main problem that the author discusses in this paper is the definition of scientific criticism in an Islamic perspective, Islamic principles and ethics of scientific criticism, and the function of scientific criticism according to Islam. The conclusion of this paper is that scientific criticism in an Islamic perspective is a response, a correction made by humans based on scientific arguments by looking at theories or practices that are in accordance with religious (Islamic) norms. The Islamic principles regarding scientific criticism are the principle of difference of opinion, ideas or ideas, the principle that criticism is based on benefit, and the principle that criticism must be voiced even though others hate it. The ethics of scientific criticism in an Islamic perspective is that criticism must be objective, rational, intended for a truth, openly expressed, and prioritize the benefit of scientists. The function of scientific criticism according to Islam is to foster critical power, foster an attitude of openness, form an open-minded attitude, and form a laughing intellectual personality.
Overcoming barriers in teaching adult learners: prospects for using the theory of self-determination
Authors: Bragina Elena Vladimirovna
Published: July 2023

Adults are a fast—growing group of students in the Russian higher education system. Socio-demographic status, morphological and personal characteristics, as well as the specifics of adult education create significant obstacles for many of them to successfully study in higher education. In the short term, universities will have to rethink their educational programs, evaluate resources and reorganize the educational process so as to help adult students overcome these obstacles and meet their educational needs. The successful participation of adults in additional and continuing education, the elimination of barriers to learning are the key tasks of a modern university. This study was conducted using a critical analysis of the literature on adult learning to answer three questions: 1) what factors and barriers affecting adult learning are highlighted by modern authors? 2) what motives are inherent in adult students? 3) how to overcome obstacles in adult learning? Based on the results of the study, a classification of barriers in adult learning has been developed. The main motives for obtaining higher education by adult students are highlighted. The conclusion is made about the need for flexible curricula and auxiliary resources that students can adapt to the requirements of their work and life. Based on the theory of self-determination, recommendations have been developed to increase the involvement of adult students in the educational process.
Spinal cord stimulation-induced gastroparesis: A case report
Authors: Manjunath Anusha , Goel Chirag , Baskaran Archit Bharathwaj , Kozel Olivia A. , Gibson William , Jones Michael , Rosenow Joshua M.
Published: July 2023

Background:

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) involves the utilization of an implantable neurostimulation device, stereotypically used in the treatment of patients with chronic neuropathic pain. While these devices have been shown to have significant clinical benefits, there have also been documented potential complications, including the risk of infection, fractured electrodes, electrode migration, and lack of symptom improvement. In addition, there has been minimal documentation on gastrointestinal (GI) side effects after SCS implantation.

Case Description:

A 42-year-old patient with chronic axial and radicular neuropathic pain in her back and left leg status post multiple lumbar surgeries underwent implantation of an open paddle lead in the T8–T9 region. After the procedure, the patient endorsed a 50% decrease in pain at the 6-week follow-up with no further concerns. However, at the 18 months follow-up, the patient endorsed severe constipation when the SCS was turned on, leading to subsequent evaluation by gastroenterology, motility studies, and a thorough bowel regimen. Symptoms persisted, and the patient ultimately opted for the removal of the SCS implant at 21 months after the initial surgery.

Conclusion:

While the exact mechanism behind the GI side effects endorsed in this patient is unknown, current literature postulates a variety of theories, including a SCS-induced parasympathetic blockade of the GI tract. Further, investigation is needed to determine the exact effects of SCS on the GI tract.
Comprehensive two-dimensional liquid chromatography – high-resolution mass spectrometry for complex protein digest analysis using parallel gradients
Authors: van den Hurk Rick S. , Lagerwaard Bart , Terlouw Nathan , Sun Mingzhe , Tieleman Job , Verstegen Anniek , Samanipour Saer , Pirok Bob W.J. , Gargano Andrea
Published: July 2023

Despite the high gain in peak capacity, online comprehensive two-dimensional liquid chromatography coupled with high-resolution mass spectrometry (LC×LC-HRMS) has not yet been widely applied to the analysis of complex protein digests such as cell lysates. One reason is the reduced sensitivity of the methods, with second separation dimensions that run at high flow rates, resulting in the need for flow splitters to couple to MS and inducing high dilution factors. This study reports proof of principle results of the development of a LC×LC-HRMS using parallel gradients for the analysis of complex digests, removing the need for post-column splitting pre-MS with reduced flow rates in the second dimension (0.7 mL∙min-1). With this strategy, high 2D surface coverage and peak capacity were obtained (peak capacity of 679 in 60 minutes). The analysis of human cell culture lysate digest by parallel RPLC×RPLC MS/MS resulted in the identification of 8959 peptides and 1984 proteins within 1hr run. This was a gain of 149% in the number of peptides identified compared to 1D-LC method. Parameters such as the gradient program, flow rate and modulation time were investigated. This approach reduces the complexity of gradient programming as two simple linear gradients can be programmed in both dimensions, eliminating the need for column re-equilibration between different modulations, making it attractive for LC×LC methods at low flowrates. Prospectives on the limits and application of such methods are discussed.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE IDEAS ABOUT RELIGION IN RUSSIAN RELIGIOUS PHILOSOPHY AND THE EVERYDAY CONSCIOUSNESS OF CHURCH-GOING AND NON-CHURCH-GOING PEOPLE
Authors: Бадерко А.В.
Published: July 2023

Выявлены сходства и различия в представлениях о религии в группах воцерковленных и невоцерковленных людей. Также проведён сравнительный анализ их мировоззрения с наследием русской религиозной философии. Эмпирическое исследование проведено на выборке жителей городов Дальневосточного региона. В исследовании применялся метод психосемантики – семантический дифференциал (на материале русской лексики, слово-стимул: православная христианская религия). По результатам факторного анализа установлены как сходства, так и различия представлений о религии в русской религиозной философии и обыденном сознании воцерковленных и невоцерковленных людей. Результаты исследования могут быть применены в деятельности просвещения духовной культурой в различных социальных институтах.

An empirical study was conducted on a sample of residents of cities in the Far Eastern region. The study used the method of psychosemantics – semantic differential (based on the material of Russian vocabulary: the word-stimulus: Orthodox Christian religion). According to the results of factor analysis, both similarities and differences of ideas about religion in Russian religious philosophy and the everyday consciousness of church-going and non-church-going people have been established. The results of the study can be applied in the activities of spiritual culture enlightenment in various social institutions.
Aporte de la neurociencia a la educación: a partir de una revisión bibliográfica
Authors: Vásquez Muñoz Antenor , Silva Siesquén José Alberto , Morales Huamán Humberto Iván
Published: July 2023

El objetivo de la investigación fue realizar un análisis de las tendencias actuales a partir de investigaciones científicas, sobre el aporte de la neurociencia a la educación. Para ello, se realizó una revisión bibliográfica de la producción científica mundial en bases de datos de Scopus y Web of Science. Se utilizó una ecuación de búsqueda dando como resultado a nivel de la base de datos de Scopus un total de 229 artículos científicos y a nivel de Web of Science un total de 190 artículos científicos. Para el estudio y organización de la información se utilizó una hoja de cálculo, para la elaboración de los gráficos se empelo excel y por último VOSviewer para analizar y representar la información. Los resultados permiten afirmar que en estos últimos tiempos la producción científica sobre el aporte de la neurociencia a la educción ha crecido de una manera sostenible y exponencial. Los resultados confirman la importancia de la neurociencia en los últimos años, estos revelan los misterios del cerebro y su funcionamiento, aportando al campo pedagógico conocimientos de las bases neurales del aprendizaje, memoria, emociones y de otras funciones cerebrales que día a día son estimuladas y fortalecidas por los docentes en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje.
ОЦЕНКА ВЛИЯНИЯ ШУМОВ ИНЕРЦИАЛЬНЫХ ДАТЧИКОВ НА ТОЧНОСТЬ ВЫСТАВКИ ГИРОПЛАТФОРМЫ
Authors: Наумченко В. П. , Илюшин П. А. , Пикунов Д. Г. , Соловьев А. В.
Published: July 2023

В настоящей стaтье рассматриваются особенности решения задачи автономной начальной выставки платформенной инерциальной навигационной системы при влиянии шумов инерциальных датчиков (гироскопов и акселерометров). Известный классический алгоритм начальной выставки, включающий этапы грубой выставки, горизонтирования и гирокомпасирования, имеет обширное применение и достаточно подробно описан в технической литературе. Его ключевым недостатком являются значительные временные затраты на проведения всех этих этапов. В связи с этим с целью увеличения быстродействия проведения начальной выставки при заданном уровне точности предлагается применение нового алгоритма, совмещающего в себе упомянутые выше этапы и основанного на применении методов многофакторной оптимизации. На основе показаний не менее трех гироскопов и не менее трех акселерометров осуществляется оптимизация пространственного положения гироплатформы путем физического ее приведения в требуемое начальное положение. Алгоритм построен на базе метода градиентного спуска с переменным шагом. Проведено имитационное моделирование двухэтапного алгоритма и оптимизационного в невозмущенном режиме и при воздействии типовых для инерциальных датчиков шумов, как основных источником ошибок при начальной выставке. Представлены типовые шумы, их отображения в частотной и временной областях, их отличительные особенности. Значительный выигрыш в быстродействии оптимизационного алгоритма открывает широкие перспективы для его применения, поскольку арсенал соответствующих методов многогранен, однако сильная зависимость точности выставки от типовых шумов требует разработки дополнительных механизмов для их подавления.
ДАТЧИК ТЕМПЕРАТУРЫ НА ПОВЕРХНОСТНЫХ АКУСТИЧЕСКИХ ВОЛНАХ НА ОСНОВЕ ЛИНИИ ЗАДЕРЖКИ И РЕЗОНАТОРА
Authors: Кислицын В. О. , Карапетьян Г. Я. , Катаев В. Ф. , Середин Б. М. , Ермолаева Н. В.
Published: July 2023

Представлены результаты исследований датчика температуры на основе линии задержки и резонатора на поверхностных акустических волнах. Разработана методика расчета такого датчика при условии, что отражательный встречно-штыревой преобразователь линии задержки содержит расщепленные электроды и к нему подсоединен резонатор. Произведен расчет датчика на частоту 433 МГц. Показано, что влияние внешних емкостей на резонансную частоту при подсоединении к приемо-передающему встречно-штыревому преобразователю существенно меньше, чем при подсоединении их непосредственно к резонатору. В этом случае ПАВ-резонатор имеет с антенной только акустическую связь, и влияние антенны и окружающих предметов на резонансную частоту будет отсутствовать. Отмечено, что использование линий задержки на поверхностных акустических волнах ослабляет влияние внешних емкостей на резонансный пик параметра S11 по сравнению с влиянием их на резонансный пик ПАВ-резонатора, что повышает точность измерения температуры. Предлагаемый в настоящей работе датчик температуры рекомендуется применять для автоматизации процессов контроля за температурными режимами эксплуатирующегося высоковольтного электрооборудования трансформаторных и распределительных подстанций
Managerial Implications for Enhancing Working Motivation and Loyalty of Workers of Enterprises in Dong Nai Province
Authors: Thao Nguyen Thi Phuong , Tan Nguyen Van , Tuyet Mai Thị Anh
Published: July 2023

Purpose: The article aims to assess the factors affecting employees' work motivation and loyalty in enterprises in Dong Nai province. On that basis, the authors propose managerial implications to improve employees' work motivation and loyalty at enterprises in Dong Nai province.
 
Theoretical framework: Motivation and loyalty is reflected in the employee's intention to stay with the organization for a long time, even when receiving a more attractive salary offer from other organizations. Work refers to the positive effects of work on each person, related to the challenges at work, the opportunity to develop personal abilities, and the enjoyment of doing the job.
 
Design/Methodology/Approach: Quantitative method was carried out through direct interviews with 1000 workers using a questionnaire designed based on the results of the qualitative research step. The data were processed by SPSS 20.0 and Amos software. The reliability of the scales was tested using Cronbach's Alpha reliability coefficient, EFA exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and structural model analysis (SEM) in Dong Nai province from June 2022 to December 2022.
 
Findings: The study's contribution is to identify the factors of corporate culture, social responsibility, and management capacity to promote work motivation and employee loyalty.
 
Research, practical & social implications:  Classical theories are used to study work motivation, add 3 factors, find out the remaining problems, and propose management implications to improve the work motivation of employees' activities soon.
 
Originality/Value: The results are also scientific evidence and are essential for researchers and policymakers for businesses to apply research results to improve employee motivation and loyalty of employees.
Melanoma nodular. Reporte de caso clínico en imagen
Authors: Serna-Calderón Marco Antonio , Cervín-Báez Cristhel
Published: July 2023

El melanoma maligno es una de las neoplasias más agresivas de la piel. Se han descrito cuatro subtipos principales de melanoma: melanoma de extensión superficial, melanoma nodular, melanoma lentigo maligno y melanoma lentiginoso acral. La etiología del melanoma es multifactorial, la incidencia es mayor en la población de piel clara. El factor de riesgo modificable más importante para desarrollar melanoma es la exposición a la radiación ultravioleta. El melanoma nodular es el segundo subtipo más común de melanoma, el melanoma nodular se caracteriza por un crecimiento vertical temprano en lugar del crecimiento radial inicial típico de la mayoría de los melanomas. En el melanoma nodular, las células del melanoma proliferan hacia abajo a través de la piel. La lesión se presenta como un nódulo que se ha ido agrandando rápidamente durante las últimas semanas o meses. Puede surgir de novo o dentro de un melanoma existente de otro tipo. El manejo quirúrgico del melanoma se planifica de acuerdo con la biopsia diagnóstica, la escisión local amplia y la estadificación de los ganglios linfáticos. La resección quirúrgica del tumor es el tratamiento primario del melanoma en todas las etapas; la lesión debe extirparse por completo con un margen de 2-3 cm de tejido normal. El tratamiento posterior depende principalmente del grosor de Breslow de la lesión. Incluso en sus primeras etapas, el melanoma nodular tiene el potencial de hacer metástasis en los órganos vitales. Palabras clave: melanoma, melanoma nodular, neoplasia maligna
Islamic Higher Education as a Part of Kazakhs’ Cultural Revival
Authors: Mustafayeva Anar , Paltore Yktiyar , Pernekulova Meruyert , Meirim Issakhanova
Published: July 2023

Kazakhstan is currently going through a phase of national and cultural renaissance. This began in the 90s when political and spiritual independence had been obtained. The process of national or cultural revival entails a shift in the paradigm, a reevaluation of prior ideas, and a return to long-forgotten customs, beliefs, or traditions that are distinctive to contemporary Kazakhstani culture. Undoubtedly, a return to religious origins via freedom from the burden of the Soviet ideology of atheism and the expansion of Islamic education is the fundamental trend in the development of national-cultural awareness. Kazakhstan has experienced a spiritual vacuum because of the rapid shift from the ban on religion to religious freedom. This has resulted in a surge in the number of religious denominations and religious organizations in the nation and the emergence of radical movements. The issue is particularly significant for the post-USSR nations that are now experiencing hardships. Evidence of this is shown in two ways: (1). many people in the CIS countries have begun to show a keen interest in religious values and traditions, and (2). new sociopolitical and socio-cultural realities brought about by the fall of communism and the dissolution of the USSR have sparked the growth of national consciousness and altered spiritual guiding principles in the post-Soviet society, particularly in Kazakhstani society. The establishment of relations with the Muslim and non-Muslim world has incorporated the opening of borders, allowed missionaries to enter freely, and allowed current citizens to go abroad for religious education and general education in both religious and non-religious-oriented countries. In addition, the liberal legislation in relation to religion in general in the early 2000s opened up new horizons for representatives of religious and pseudo-religious communities. Therefore, religious education, namely Islamic, given that population of the state is predominantly Muslim, is an absolute necessity.
Kotaraja dalam Arus Modernisme di Lombok Timur, 1990-2021
Authors: Purnama Lalu Wahyu Andi , Hadi Muhammad Shulhan , Murdi Lalu , Badarudin Badarudin , Saputra Bambang Eka
Published: July 2023

This study aims to; (1) analyze the history of the formation of Kotaraja Village; (2) describe the response of the people of Kotaraja Village to cultural elements that come from outside; (3) knowing the history of cultural development in Kotaraja Village before 1990; and (4) analyzing the cultural history of Kotaraja Village from 1990-2021. The approach used is qualitative by specifically using the historical method. In the historical method, there are stages that must be passed, namely, heuristics, source criticism, interpretation, and historiography. The result of this research is that Kotaraja Village has a relatively long history. This is closely related to the conception of culture in it. Since before 1990, Kotaraja Village has had a thick art and tradition. The cultural history of Kotaraja Village from 1990-2021 starts from the existence of the division of the Kotaraja Village area which is quite complex. The rapid developments in the field of culture after that were as follows: (1) the existence of Peresean Arts which was routinely carried out; (2) the establishment of the Jamiq Raudhatul Muttaqin Mosque as a Cultural Conservation Object; and (3) the release of the Kotaraja Village Tourism Information Center in 2021.
Dietinas polacas. Głos o sejmikach ziemskich w hiszpańskiej debacie konstytucyjnej 1809 r.
Authors: Jakóbczyk-Adamczyk Patrycja
Published: July 2023

The article is the result of research into the history of Polish-Spanish relations at the time of the rapid transformations that both monarchies experienced at the end of the modern era. Its purpose is to provide an insight into one of the constitutional proceedings in the face of the threat of Napoleon’s invasion of Spain. In the drafts of the reform created at that time, we find threads that show the interest in the system of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and the desire to implement its elements in the new Spanish political system. The author analyses the references to the Polish legal and political tradition that appeared in the two drafts of the reform of the Spanish political system in 1809.
FOREIGN BANKS’ PRESENCE, BANKING SECTOR OPENNESS AND NEW FIRM CREATION IN SELECTED AFRICAN COUNTRIES
Authors: Ajide F.M  , Usman M.A.
Published: July 2023

This paper analyzes the dynamic impact of foreign banks’ presence and openness of banking sector on new firm creation in a panel of African countries. The analysis is based on Panel corrected standard error estimate (PCSE) and system Generalised Method of Moment (SGMM). Using data of sixteen countries in Africa between 2006 and 2017, the results reveal that foreign banks’ presence and banking sector openness have significant positive impacts on new firm creation. The study also examines the causality between the variables via Toda and Yamamoto approach. The results confirm a bidirectional causality between banking sector openness and new business creation. This means that there is a two-way flow between the variables. Banking sector openness drives entrepreneurial development and entrepreneurial activities also drive openness of the banking sector. This implies that foreign banking firms through their access to advanced technologies, increase the efficiency in the domestic banking sector of the economy. They grant loanable funds to domestic entrepreneurs for setting up new firms. The findings suggest that the presence of multinational banks is a blessing to African economies.

Keywords: Foreign Banks, Liberalization, Entrepreneurial Start- up.
A REVIEW OF THE MALAYSIAN JURISPRUDENCE OF CONSTITUTIONAL INTERPRETATION
Authors: Fariza Milaqurshiah Mahmud
Published: July 2023

This article is a preliminary review of the prevailing approaches of constitutional interpretation applied in the notable judgments by the Malaysian Apex court. The application of various constitutional interpretive approaches by the Malaysian judiciary varies according to various theories and canons of interpretation. For the purpose of this review, a qualitative method is employed through doctrinal analysis and case studies. It is discovered that the application of the various approaches does not always correspond to the philosophy underlying them. Such inconsistency in the understanding of the approaches and their application can cause distortion in the jurisprudence of interpreting the Constitution. This article concludes by offering practical insights regarding Malaysian jurisprudence in constitutional interpretation. It is hoped that this brief comparative narrative will be advantageous as a preliminary discourse to encourage further research on the topic.
Analysis of the market of meat products in Ukraine
Authors: Antoniv Artem , Adamchuk Leonora , Ivanišová Eva , Chlebo Róbert , Topal Erkan
Published: July 2023

Meat and meat products are among the main products of the human diet, which contain the essential nutrients, biological, macro and microelements that are important for the full functioning of the human body. Due to the significant environmental impact associated with industrial meat production, combined with the ever-growing world population, it is important to investigate the current state and production of the meat industry. The purpose of the study was to determine the volumes and possibilities of production of certain types of meat products in Ukraine, their market share, prospects for production in the future, and the ability to provide food industry enterprises with raw materials for the production of new food products. The work was carried out by analysing scientific, regulatory and technical literature, statistical evaluation of data, and comparing the results obtained with the findings of other scientists. The analysis of the industry indicates the decline of certain areas in animal husbandry, in particular, cattle breeding and the production of meat, meat products from beef and veal; a decrease in the number of farm animals, namely by 23% of bovine cattle, 6.9% of pigs, and 2.4% of poultry. During the analysed period, poultry meat production increased by 17%, while the number of business entities increased by 25 %. At the same time, beef and veal production decreased by 27.8%, while pork production increased by 33%. Based on the results obtained, it is possible to continuously provide processing enterprises with meat raw materials, namely, chicken meat for the production of meat products, and it is also relevant to introduce resource-saving technologies for obtaining a product with less weight loss and waste during processing. The study results can be used by enterprises when planning the release of products to the market, developing new recipes, improving existing production technologies, and understanding trends and volumes of meat and meat products on the Ukrainian market
Statistical Analysis of the Removal of Acid Fuchsin Dye Using Zeolite 5A
Authors: Ahmedzeki Nada Sadoon , Kamil Atheer
Published: July 2023

Investigation of the adsorption of acid fuchsin dye (AFD) on Zeolite 5A is carried out using batch scale experiments according to statistical design. Adsorption isotherms, kinetics and thermodynamics were demonstrated.  Results showed that the maximum removal efficiency was using zeolite at a temperature of 93.68751 mg/g. Experimental data was found to fit the Langmuir isotherm and pseudo second order kinetics with maximum  removal of about 95%.  Thermodynamic analysis showed an endothermic adsorption. Optimization was made for the most affecting operating variables and a model equation for the predicted efficiency was suggested.
The effect of resveratrol on live weight, serum biochemistry and tissue antioxidant enzymes in rats
Authors: ÖZBİLGİN Abdullah , GÜMÜŞ Recep , EKİCİ Mehmet , ERCAN Nazlı
Published: July 2023

The aim of this study is to determine the effects of resveratrol used in adding it to drinking water. The study was carried out with 24 Wistar albino male 20 days rats for 40 days. The study design was determined as one control and two trial groups (each group with 2 parallels and each parallel with 4 rats). The first group was given a basal ration and drinking water. The second group was given the basal ration and drinking water with 10 mg/kg resveratrol; and the third group was given the basal ration and drinking water 20 mg/kg resveratrol. In serum biochemistry parameters, significant decreases were observed in serum Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) enzyme activity, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), albumin, total protein and globulin concentrations and increase in albumin/globulin ratio in groups given resveratrol (p<0.05). Regardless of the dose, an increase in the concentration of glutathione (GSH) from the antioxidant parameters was observed in the liver; In the kidney, an increase was observed in the Res10 group. In addition, a decrease in muscle superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity and an increase in muscle and kidney catalase (CAT) activity were observed. A decrease was observed in malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations, which is a parameter of lipid peroxidation in the kidney. As a result, it was determined in the present study that resveratrol has antioxidant effects regardless of the way of use, and it was concluded that this additive can be used for various purposes.
Idebenone protects against ethanol toxicity in HT-22 cells through strengthening neuroimmune response
Authors: CİCEK Betul
Published: July 2023

Idebenone, an analogue of coenzyme Q10, may function as a neuroprotective agent with its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The current report was designed to examine the beneficial effects of idebenone on ethanol-related neurotoxicity in hippocampal neuronal HT-22 cells in vitro and annotate the neuroprotective mechanism of idebenone. 75 mM ethanol was applied to the cells for 24h to develop ethanol toxicity. Then, different concentrations of idebenone (final concentration in the well to be 1, 2.5, and 5 μM) were applied to HT-22 cells for 24 h to explore the protective impact against ethanol-induced hippocampal damage. Cell viability was evaluated with MTT test. MDA, SOD, and GSH concentrations were examined to interpret oxidative damage. Moreover, the effects of idebenone on IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-23 neuroimmune-related genes expression levels were assigned by the RT-PCR analysis. In our study, 75 mM ethanol decreased neuronal cell viability by approximately 61%. All concentrations of idebenone were not toxic to neurons. In addition, idebenone increased cell viability by reducing the damage caused by alcohol. Idebenone reversed the reduction in antioxidant capacity caused by ethanol through decreasing MDA and increasing SOD and GSH levels. In addition, idebenone attenuated ethanol-induced impairment in neuroimmune and neuroinflammatory responses by reducing IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-23 mRNA expression levels. Treatment with idebenone increased antioxidant capacity and a significant improvement was achieved in neuroimmune and neuroinflammatory parameters. Possible mechanisms underlying these beneficial effects cover the down-regulation of IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-23 receptors, and antioxidant restoration of idebenone.
Development of a Conceptual Model of a Road Accident Geoinformation System
Authors: Kunchev Ivan , Angelova Maria
Published: July 2023

The field of road accidents requires a specific geoinformation system to provide functionalities for creating and managing intelligent geographically-oriented spatial-temporal models for spatial analysis. The aim of this study is to present a conceptual model of a geoinformation system of road accidents, defined in accordance with the requirements of international standardization. The approach for international standardization and conceptual modeling of geoinformation, as well as the principles of object-oriented modeling, methods of abstraction and classification were used. As a result, a Use Case and a Class diagram, presented in the Unified Modeling Language, were developed. In conclusion, the standardized conceptual model is defined as an important initial stage in the creation of a geoinformation system of road accidents, which is related to the correct formalized description of the domain and the presentation of structural types of geoinformation processes, and subsequently can be automatically and in the unified manner transposed into a functional physical model for the analysis of road accidents.
Doubly Perceived Shape of the Adriatic Sea Basin on Early Modern Geographical Maps and Nautical Charts
Authors: Marelić Tome
Published: July 2023

The implementation of graticules on geographic maps and nautical charts, initially developed in the Hellenistic period, was a rediscovered novelty to Western European cartographers of the early modern period. The research sought to computationally examine the accuracy of spherical coordinates’ data extracted from selected geographical maps and nautical charts. Research results suggest that the cartographers who made geographic maps relied significantly on Claudius Ptolemy’s data on locations but managed to make certain accuracy improvements. The nautical charts with graticules showed significantly greater longitudinal accuracy, which suggests that they were created by using other data sources as their graphical templates; most likely the portolan charts that were already in existence at the time.
The GRE as a predictor of persistence to a PhD
Authors: Bridgeman Brent , Olivera-Aguilar Margarita , Holtzman Steven
Published: July 2023

Because dropout from PhD programs is common and is a problem with serious consequences for both students and institutions, identifying indicators of likely dropout would be very valuable. Scores on admissions tests might be useful, but existing data on their utility is contradictory and typically based on highly restricted small samples from just a single institution or a small set of institutions. Programs dropping the GRE as an admissions requirement noted this lack of convincing evidence that the test was useful in predicting the criterion of primary interest–persistence in graduate school PhD programs versus early dropout. HLM and quartile analyses were used to provide that evidence with a sample of 1,672 graduate programs containing 157,924 students. GRE Verbal and Analytical Writing scores, but not Quantitative scores, are shown to predict persistence versus dropout in a variety of majors with especially strong results in business, engineering, and the physical sciences (e.g., in the physical sciences only 40% of the students with low GRE Analytical Writing scores in their programs persist while 78% of the students with high scores do so).
Research on decision-making behavior of power suppliers considering multi-market integration and network security
Authors: Qiao Jiyang , Li Min , Liu Jichun , Lu Yi , Sun Yi , Liu Yang , Yang Yuyan
Published: July 2023

The construction of a power system including renewable energy has become the direction of development for the power industry as a result of the “carbon peaking and carbon neutrality” targets. Yet because the electricity market (EM), carbon market (CM), and green certificate market (GCM) have traditionally operated independently, with little interaction among them. To explore the interaction and correlation among the three markets, this paper analyzes the trading patterns and mutual influencing factors of the EM, CM and GCM and proposes the optimal decision-making model of “carbon-electricity-certificate” integration of multiple markets based on the decision-making behavior of power producers in each market. Finally, the golden jackal optimization algorithm (GJO) is used to solve the problem under the condition of network security. The simulation results show that the integration of multiple markets is more conducive to promoting the consumption of renewable energy source (RES), and also verify the feasibility and effectiveness of GJO in solving the optimal decision-making problem of power producers in EM.
Six-item cognitive impairment test (6-CIT)’s accuracy as a cognitive screening tool: best cut-off levels in emergency department setting
Authors: Salis Francesco , Pili Daniela , Collu Manuel , Serchisu Luca , Laconi Rosanna , Mandas Antonella
Published: July 2023

Background

Nowadays, elderly patients represent a significant number of accesses to the Emergency Department (ED). Working rhythms do not allow to perform complete cognitive analysis, which would, however, be useful for the health care. This study aims to define the optimal cut-off values of the six-item Cognitive Impairment Test (6-CIT) as a cognitive screening tool in ED.

Methods

This study included 215 subjects, evaluated at the Emergency Department of the University Hospital of Monserrato, Cagliari, Italy, from July to December 2021. The accuracy of 6-CIT as a cognitive screening tool was assessed by comparison with Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE).

Results

The correlation coefficient between the two tests was −0.836 (CI: −0.87 to −0.79; p < 0.0001), and 6-CIT showed AUC = 0.947 (CI: 0.908–0.973; p < 0.0001). The 8/9 6-CIT cut-off score presented 86.76% sensitivity (CI: 76.4–93.8) and 91.84% specificity (CI: 86.2–95.7), and Youden index for this score was 0.786.

Conclusion

Our study demonstrates that 6-CIT is a reliable cognitive screening tool in ED, offering excellent sensitivity and specificity with a 8/9 points cut-off score.