bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Penerapan Model Discovery learning berbantuan Teka-teki Silang pada Mata Pelajaran IPA
Authors: Muflihatin Laili , Sunarti Titin , Tarmuji Tarmuji
Published: November 2024

This study aims to determine the results of applying the Discovery learning model assisted by crossword puzzles applied to science subjects on student learning outcomes. This research was carried out at SMPN 58 Surabaya on class VIII H students with the main material being sound waves during the even semester of the 2023/2024 academic year. The type of research method used is classroom action research (CAR). Classroom action research is carried out in two cycles, which has four stages in each cycle, namely planning, implementation, observation and reflection. The instruments used are observation sheets, learning result test sheets and questionnaires. Data collection techniques used include observation, tests and documentation and the analysis technique used in this research is descriptive analysis. Based on the research results, an increase in learning outcomes was obtained as seen from the learning activities and learning completion of students with percentages in cycle 1 respectively 65% and 74%, and in cycle II obtained respectively 90% and 93%. Thus, the use of the Discovery learning model assisted by crossword puzzles can improve student learning outcomes well.
Uji Validitas Media Smart Box pada Mata Pelajaran IPA Materi Sumber Energi pada Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Zahro Nabila Fatimatuz , Nengtias Sefi , Mefiani Sandrina , Susendra M Ari , Masfuah Siti
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis validitas media smart box dalam meningkatkan minat belajar siswa setelah penerapan media pembelajaran smart box di kelas III sekolah dasar. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian jenis deskripsi kuantitatif dengan subjek penelitian 2 guru dan 5 siswa. Tahap penelitian dimulai dengan melakukan studi pendahuluan dan validasi. Pada tahap validasi, dilakukan dengan tujuan mengetahui kelayakan media yang dibuat. Validasi ini dilakukan oleh 2 ahli media dan 5 siswa. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan cara observasi, wawancara, angket, dan lembar validasi. Analisis data dilakukan secara deskriptif kuantitatif. Hasil validasi oleh validator yaitu guru kelas III sekolah dasar, validator pertama memberikan skor validasi dengan rata-rata skor 4,5 sementara validator kedua memberikan rerata skor 4,0. Dari kedua rerata tersebut, maka didapatkan rerata skor 4,5 yang berarti media smart box layak untuk digunakan untuk mendukung proses pembelajaran. Hasil angket dari 5 siswa memberikan skor validasi dengan rata-rata siswa 1 yaitu 5,0 siswa 2 yaitu memberikan skor 5,0 siswa 3 memberikan skor 4,4 siswa 4 memberikan rata-rata skor 4,6 sementara siswa 5 memberikan rata-rata skor 4,8. Dari 5 siswa tersebut, maka didapatkan rerata skor 4,76 yang berarti media smart box ini layak digunakan untuk proses pembelajaran. Berdasarkan analisis data dapat disimpulkan bahwa media smart box dapat digunakan untuk menumbuhkan pemahaman siswa kelas III sekolah pada materi sumber energi.
Pengaruh Tumbuhan Paku (Selaginella Intermedia) Terhadap Kematangan Buah Pisang Raja: Sumber Belajar Inovatif untuk Materi Pteridophyta di SMP/SMA
Authors: Atuany Putri Lia M , Prabawati Ratna , Citraningrum Mivtha
Published: November 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh tumbuhan paku (Selaginella intermedia) terhadap kematangan buah pisang raja (Musa paradisiaca). Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan membandingkan dua kelompok buah pisang raja, satu kelompok yang dilapisi Selaginella intermedia dan satu kelompok tidak dilapisi Selaginella intermedia. Jenis dan desain adalah eksperimen, dilaksanakan pada tanggal 18-24 Juli 2024, di Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong. Sampel yang digunakan adalah Selaginella intermedia, teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah deskriptif. Hasil penelitian yang didapat bahwa buah pisang raja (Musa paradisiaca) yang dilapisi Selaginella intermedia mengalami perubahan warna yang bertransisi dari hijau ke kuning kuningan dalam waktu lebih singkat. Aroma yang dihasilkan juga lebih bervariasi dan manis, sementara buah pisang raja yang tidak dilapisi Selaginella intermedia menunjukkan aroma yang terbatas. Tekstur buah dari kelompok yang dilapisi Selaginella intermedia juga menjadi lebih lunak secara signifikan dibandingkan dengan kelompok tanpa Selaginella intermedia. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa adanya pengaruh Selaginella intermedia terhadap kematangan buah pisang raja (Musa paradisiaca) yang diamati selama 1 minggu. Penelitian ini dibuktikan dengan adanya perubahan fisiologis pada warna kulit buah pisang raja dari hijau sampai ke kuning kecoklatan
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Problem Solving Terhadap Hasil Belajar IPA Siswa Kelas VII SMP Negeri 11 Kabupaten Sorong
Authors: Wafom Jeni Yorlina , Prabawati Ratna , Citraningrum Mivtha
Published: November 2024

Tujuan penelitian adalah mengetahui pengaruh penerapan model pembelajaran problem solving terhadap hasil belajar peserta didik terhadap pembelajaran IPA di SMP Negeri 11 Kabupaten Sorong. Jenis dan desain adalah eksperimen, dilaksanakan 16-31 Juli 2024, di SMP Negeri 11 Kabupaten Sorong. Jumlah peserta didik dalam penelitian 28 siswa. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, tes, dan wawancara. Teknik analisis data digunakan adalah Uji Normalitas, Uji N-Gain. Dan Uji t-one sampel t-test. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa uji Normalitas dengan pretes 40 bersignifikan 167 dengan postes bersignifikan 007. Uji N-Gain diperoleh nilai minimum 10 maksimal 54, Mean 0528, standar deviasi 6102. Uji t-one sampel t-tes diperoleh 1,83% dan berada pada kategori baik dengan nilai rata-rata 70,67% dan kategori ketuntasan hasil belajar 90%. Maka Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak, sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa adanya pengaruh penerapan model pembelajaran problem solving hasil belajar siswa kelas VII SMP Negeri 11 Kabupaten sorong.
Pengembangan LKPD Siswa Model Resource Based Learning untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar dan Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila Siswa
Authors: Firmansyah Edi , Siama Siama , Kamaluddin Kamaluddin , Rizki Rizki
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk: (1) mengetahui kelayakan lembar Kerja Peserta Didik (LKPD) siswa model Resource Based Learning; (2) mengetahui peningkatan hasil belajar dan Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila Siswa dengan menggunakan LKPD yang dikembangkan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode research and development (RD) dengan model 4D (Define, Design, Develop, dan Disseminate). Jenis penelitian pre-experimental dengan desain One-Group Pretest-Posttest Design. Desain uji coba produk utama menggunakan LKPD model Resource Based Learning pada kelas VIII C yang berjumlah 40 peserta didik. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah lembar validasi LKPD IPA, lembar keterlaksanaan pembelajaran, lembar angket respon siswa terhadap LKPD yang dikembangkan, dan tes tulis untuk menguji hasil belajar dan Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila Siswa. Hasil pengembangan dan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) kriteria kelayakan lembar Kerja Peserta Didik (LKPD) siswa model Resource Based Learning model Resource Based Learning layak digunakan dalam pembelajaran IPA; (2) terjadi peningkatan hasil belajar peserta didik dengan nilai Rata-rata sebelum perlakuan 69,70 menjadi 75,93.
Pengembangan Video Animasi Berbasis Animaker Menggunakan Model ADDIE pada Topik Karakteristik Materi dan Perubahannya
Authors: Herawati Sulikah Septi , Kurniawan Dondi , Rahmanita Ulya
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan video pembelajaran animasi IPA berbasis animaker yang valid dan praktis pada topik materi dan perubahannya menggunakan metode pengembangan ADDIE bagi siswa kelas VII SMPN 20 di Kota Bengkulu. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan yaitu Research and Development (RD) dengan model pengembangan ADDIE yang terdiri dari Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation dan Evaluation. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan angket yang diberikan kepada ahli materi, ahli media, guru dan siswa, sedangkan data dianalisis menggunakan teknik deskriptif kuantitatif dan kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa video pembelajaran IPA berbasis animaker pada topik karakteristik materi dan perubahannya di kelas VII SMP yang dikembangkan memperoleh nilai validasi dari  ahli materi sebesar 100% dan nilai dari ahli media sebesar 94.4% dengan kategori  sangat  valid. Sedangkan, hasil penilaian dari guru memperoleh nilai sebesar 88,75% dan nilai dari siswa sebesar 83,1% dengan kategori sangat praktis. Maka, video pembelajaran animasi IPA berbasis animaker pada topik karakteristik materi dan perubahannya dinilai valid dan praktis untuk digunakan.
Utilization of Image Tracking for Recognizing Local Animals of Timor-Leste with AR Technology
Authors: Amaral Trinito António da Silva , Priharsari Diah , Tolle Herman
Published: November 2024

Timor-Leste as a country adapting to technology aims to better introduce its local animals to users. The purpose of this research is to utilize augmented reality (AR) technology as a tool to provide more engaging information to users. The method used is augmented reality as an interactive tool that helps deliver information to users in two-dimensional (2D) or three-dimensional (3D) formats. This allows users to receive the presented information for decision-making and evaluation of completed work while advancing the development of application systems designed for local animals based on technology in Timor-Leste. Based on the results achieved, to educate primary school children about Timor-Leste’s local animals, books about these animals have been published. To make the presentation more engaging and interactive for students, an application for recognizing Timor-Leste’s local animals based on augmented reality (AR) has been implemented on the Android platform. The data align with previous research on book media and augmented reality media. The purpose of this measurement is to evaluate how engaging and interactive both media are in introducing Timor-Leste's local animals to primary school children.
INDOT Project Change Orders: Root Causes and Recommendations
Authors: Padhye Suyash , Sharma Aishwarya , Arefkhani Hesam , Benny Deepak , Gkritza Konstantina , Labi Samuel , Hastak Makarand
Published: November 2024

This study analyzed the historical trends in change orders (COs) associated with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) highway contracts. It also investigated correlations between COs and base factors (district, project type, contract type, award amount, geographical area (rural vs. urban)), and sought to understand the effect of the root causes but not to predict CO based on root causes. Unlike the base factors, the root causes are unknown prior to construction. The study developed models that forecasted CO characteristics—CO likelihood, CO frequency (count), and CO severity (magnitude) and CO impacts (cost overrun and schedule delay). To address these research questions, the study used INDOT’s 2010–2020 highway contract data involving approximately 5,000 contracts worth just over $10B. The CO trends and patterns (including root causes) were analyzed for five project types at the six highway administrative districts in Indiana. The study identified the base factors that generally have higher propensity to experience more frequent and severe COs and analyzed CO impacts on cost and schedule overruns.

The results indicated that 65% of the contracts had at least 1 CO; 30% had at least 5 COs; 10% had at least 12 COs; and 4% had over 20 COs. The study also analyzed the CO impacts by the dominant root causes: changed conditions (9,544 COs, $266M); errors and omissions (6,507 COs, $139M); scope changes (2,371 COs, $109M), and final quantity adjustments (cost adjustment) ($193M). The top five root causes of the COs in each district were identified and good practices and guidelines to help mitigate the incidence and severity of change orders were developed.

The study’s diagnostic analysis and prediction models are useful in project planning and management because they (a) help identify the factors that impact CO likelihood, count, and monetary severity, and (b) can enable more reliable forecasting of project cost and schedule. Overall, the study results can help INDOT achieve its strategic goal of “on-time and on-budget project delivery.” The effective management of change orders aligns with specific provisions that recur across previous and current federal legislation (the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), which emphasize efficient project management and adherence to budgets and timelines in infrastructure development.
Comparative Efficacy of Chlorhexidine and Fluorine Total Mouthwashes Against Candida albicans and Streptococcus sanguinis
Authors: Ghafari Kasra , Shoorgashti Reyhaneh , Lesan Simin , Rezaei Maryam , Farrokhnia Taraneh
Published: November 2024

Background: Candidiasis, primarily caused by Candida albicans (C. albicans), is the most common fungal and opportunistic infection of the oral cavity. Streptococcussanguinis (S. sanguinis) also plays a significant role in infectious endocarditis and various dental diseases. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of chlorhexidine (CHX) and fluorine total (FT) mouthwashes on C.albicans and S.sanguinis. Methods: In this laboratory-based experimental study, 40 samples were analyzed. A 0.5 McFarland standard concentration of S.sanguinis (1.5 × 108 CFU/mL) and a 0.5 McFarland standard concentration of C. albicans (0.5 × 106 CFU/mL) were cultured using the spread method on 18 blood agar plates and 18 Sabouraud Dextrose Agar (SDA) plates, respectively. The inhibition zones were measured and compared between CHX and FT treatments. The inclusion criteria specified samples from individuals aged 18 - 65, with exclusions for those who had taken antibiotics within the past month. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25, with statistical significance determined by t-tests. Results: The mean inhibition zone for C. albicans was 2.41 ± 0.17 mm with CHX and 1.47 ± 0.08 mm with FT. For S. sanguinis, the inhibition zone was 17.96 ± 0.11 mm with CHX and 12.13 ± 0.18 mm with FT. Chlorhexidine showed significantly greater inhibitory effects than FT (P < 0.001). Conclusions: Chlorhexidine demonstrated superior efficacy over FT against both microorganisms, indicating that CHX may be more effective for therapeutic use in controlling C. albicans and S. sanguinis infections.
Lycopene Promotes NK Cell Cytotoxicity Towards Non-small Cell Lung Carcinoma via Regulating NF-κB Signaling
Authors: Guo Yuyong , Lu Guiqin , Xiang Xiaoting , Zhang Hui
Published: November 2024

Background: The advances in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) have yielded notable progress through targeted therapies and immunotherapies. Lycopene, a carotenoid pigment found in tomatoes, has demonstrated potential pharmacological effects, particularly in attenuating oxidative stress and inflammation. Objectives: This study aims at investigating the synergistic effects of combining lycopene with NK cell therapy to address these challenges in NSCLC treatment. Methods: Human cell lines (HUVEC, BEAS-2B, NCI-H460, and A549) were cultured, and NK cells were isolated, using a specific kit. A variety of assays, including colony formation, CCK-8, FACS detection, RT-qPCR, IFN-γ, CD107α secretion, and ELISA, were employed to assess the impact of Lycopene on NSCLC cells and NK cells both individually and in combination. Results: Lycopene exhibited limited cytotoxicity towards normal human cells and demonstrated moderate efficacy against NSCLC cells. Notably, it significantly enhanced NK cell viability and proliferation. The combination of lycopene with NK cells yielded a synergistic effect, characterized by improved killing efficiency, diminished colony formation, and elevated secretion of IFN-γ and CD107α. Mechanistically, the study explored the NF-κB signaling pathway, uncovering an upregulation of key RNA transcripts implicated in NK cell activation. Conclusions: This study provides valuable insights into the potential of integrating lycopene and NK cell therapy to enhance NSCLC treatment. The observed synergistic effects, especially the activation of the NF-κB signaling pathway, indicate a promising direction for further translational research. While acknowledging the study's limitations, including the moderate efficacy of lycopene against NSCLC cells, our findings underscore the potential of lycopene as an adjuvant in precision medicine for NSCLC. Further optimization and mechanistic investigations are necessary to fully realize the therapeutic potential of this combination.
Recurrence and Pregnancy Rate After Surgery Treatment of Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Abdi Fatemeh , Alimoradi Zainab , Safavi Ardabili Nastaran , Shirdel Elham , Rahimi Farinaz , Mirzadeh Narges , Rahnemaei Fatemeh Alsadat
Published: November 2024

Context: Deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE) is a specific form of endometriosis in women, causing infertility and pelvic pain during reproductive age. Surgery is the treatment of choice for managing DIE, as medical therapy alone cannot adequately control symptoms. Objectives: The present study aims to investigate the recurrence and pregnancy rates following surgical treatment of DIE in women of reproductive age. Methods: PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, and ProQuest databases were searched from 2010 to August 25th, 2024, using appropriate MeSH keywords. The quality of the included studies was assessed using the Mixed Method Appraisal Tool (MMAT), version 2018. Results: A total of 41 studies were included in the systematic review, and 34 studies were included in the meta-analysis. The meta-analysis comprised 6,585 individuals from 14 countries. The pooled estimated prevalence of endometriosis recurrence was 13% (95% CI: 11–17%, I²: 96.5%, Tau²: 0.01, Observations: 35). The corrected pooled estimated pregnancy rate after surgery for endometriosis was 47% (95% CI: 36–57%, I²: 96.47%, Tau²: 0.05). Conclusions: Recurrence and pregnancy rates remain controversial challenges in the surgical management of DIE. This study indicates a relatively low recurrence rate after DIE surgery and an improvement in the approximate pregnancy rate following the surgical approach.
The Relationship Between Dietary Intake and Anthropometric Indices Between Dietary Intake and Anthropometric Indices with Anxiety in Female Medical Students
Authors: Eslahi Hadi , Shahraki Mansour , Payandeh Abolfazl , Masoumi Seyede Mahsa , Shahraki Salehe
Published: November 2024

Background: Vitamins play an important role in improving mental health. Healthy diets can significantly influence the development, progression, and treatment of mental health disorders. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the correlation between dietary intake and anthropometric profiles with anxiety in female students of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences. Methods: This cross-sectional study evaluated 200 female medical students for daily intake of B vitamins, omega-3, anthropometric indices, and their correlation with anxiety. The Food Frequency Questionnaire and Bronze Anxiety Questionnaire were used to examine the relationship between dietary intake and anxiety. The associations between parameters were analyzed using Pearson’s correlation. Results: The findings revealed that the mean age of the female medical students was 22.60 ± 2.10 years, with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 23.37 ± 4.01, a waist-to-hip ratio (WHpR) of 0.81 ± 0.11, a waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) of 10.55 ± 0.10, and an anxiety score of 44.83 ± 17.71. Positive correlations were observed between BMI (r = 0.89, P = 0.0001), WHpR (r = 0.86, P = 0.0001), and WHtR (r = 0.898, P = 0.0001) with anxiety. The mean anxiety scores were 23.84 ± 4.36, 38.59 ± 4.62, 61.44 ± 13.63, and 74.44 ± 5.96 in underweight, normal, overweight, and obese participants, respectively. A negative correlation was identified between the consumption of vitamins and omega-3 and anxiety scores (r = -0.63, P < 0.001). Conclusions: This study suggests that a higher intake of dietary B vitamins and omega-3 is associated with lower anxiety scores in Zahedan medical students.
El imaginario distópico-apocalíptico en el teatro español actual de mujeres: hacia una nueva sensibilidad ecológica
Authors: Kumor Karolina
Published: November 2024

The dystopian boom has been prominent in narrative and cinema over the past few decades. However, more recently, playwrights have also turned their attention to the genre, bringing the dystopian imagination to the stage. This paper examines three plays written by Spanish women playwrights that address the ecological crisis: La redención by Ana Merino, Lavinia by Gracia Morales, and the cycle of “plastic dystopias” by Isabel Delgado. Despite their formal differences, all of these plays are part of the dystopian trend, as they incorporate many elements typical of the genre. The primary analytical approach focuses on the ecological emergency from a posthuman and ecofeminist perspective. Within this framework, we explore as well how dystopias reveal the mechanisms of exclusion inherent in the capitalist system. Our analysis concludes that the dystopian code functions effectively in the field of theatre, leveraging its dramatic power to critique society and promote a heightened ecological awareness.
Una ucronía encarnada: Nación vacuna, de Fernanda García Lao
Authors: Torras Francès Meri
Published: November 2024

This article proposes a reading of the novel Nación Vacuna, which appeared in 2017 in Argentina and in February 2020 in Spain, as uchronia, given that it is a fiction that reimagines the future by turning to the past, specifically the so-called War of the Malvinas, which occurred in 1982, when the United Kingdom and Argentina clashed over the sovereignty of the islands of the same name. The author of the book, Fernanda García Lao, was born in Mendoza but has lived constantly jumping between her native Argentina and Spain. That is why, in the first part [Foreignness in Writing], some features of García Lao's literature are determined as the embodiment of her condition as a displaced writer, such as her use of metaphor, irony and the disregard for the rigid prescriptions of genres. In turn, the second, more extensive part [sections 2 to 4], focuses on the book and outlines three axes of analysis: first, the way in which it updates the uchronia; secondly, the choice of the narrative voice that imposes a certain perspective on what is narrated, as well as limited access to information; and, thirdly, the centrality of the body that is, also that of the textual corpus and the maxim that moves García Lao's writing: exploration, which gives such genuine vitality to her texts.
Mecanismos de disciplinamiento de la cultura en Frío y Subte de Rafael Pinedo
Authors: Pietrak Mariola
Published: November 2024

La trilogía de Rafael Pinedo, formada por las novelas Plop, Frío, Subte, presenta diversos escenarios postapocalípticos en los que se hace patente el fin de la cultura tal como la conocemos. En su lugar, se propone otras formas de cultura –cultura de supervivencia– que, en la dimensión casi caricaturesca que adquieren, exponen los mecanismos de disciplinamiento de la cultura, tales como represión de instintos sexuales, producción de sujetos, performatividad de género. Lo postapocalíptico despoja las normas sociales de su “normalidad” y permite verlas en crudo, en su funcionamiento construido y naturalizado, lo cual –como se sostendrá en este trabajo– constituye el fin en sí mismo de la obra de Pinedo. Teniéndolo en cuenta, propongo un acercamiento a dos novelas de este escritor argentino –Subte, Frío– como un laboratorio en que se examinan y debaten la naturaleza del género y su rol en las estructuras de la cultura
El cuerpo otro en Fragmentos de la Tierra Rota de Elaine Vilar Madruga
Authors: Pardo Fernandez Rodrigo
Published: November 2024

En el panorama reciente de la ciencia ficción latinoamericana escrita por mujeres destaca Elaine Vilar Mandruga (La Habana, 1989), tanto por el reconocimiento de su literatura como por la cantidad de libros que ha publicado en diversos registros. Para los fines de este artículo, me interesa abordar los relatos agrupados en Fragmentos de la Tierra Rota (2017), los cuales narran una distopía posapocalíptica en la que el cuerpo (herido, deformado, transformado) se torna el eje de la reflexión. A partir de las descripciones del cuerpo (femenino, otro) y el modo en el que es narrado en un contexto liminar se busca poner en cuestión ciertas concepciones sobre el cuerpo humano y sus características, sus límites y su capacidad de transformación desde una lectura que retome elementos de la teoría de género (el cuerpo, el cyborg) y los estudios sociales sobre la ciencia ficción (las subjetividades, la identidad).
¿Hacia un mundo (in)feliz? Feminismo posthumano, poder y subversión según las escrituras dis(u)tópicas
Authors: Kumor Karolina , Moszczyńska-Durst Katarzyna
Published: November 2024

Resumen: Actualmente, observamos la eclosión de una serie de producciones distópicas que se han instalado en el centro de la cultura mainstream y del imaginario colectivo; mientras, en el ámbito académico discutimos su carácter conservador o subversivo. En este artículo, partimos de la premisa de que las distopías críticas, en diálogo con el feminismo posthumano, cuestionan la visión antropocéntrica y androcéntrica del mundo, para imaginar uno más equitativo y justo (Braidotti, Haraway, etc.). Las distopías críticas feministas desempeñan un papel crucial en la (re)producción de las figuras de exclusión sociopolíticas porque visibilizan las dinámicas de opresión y marginalización. Estas representaciones nos invitan a reflexionar y nos instan a prevenir el peor escenario futuro posible. Nuestro artículo, en este sentido, ofrece un acercamiento teórico para el análisis de las distopías a la luz del feminismo posthumano. Asimismo, hacemos un repaso de los artículos reunidos en el presente monográfico que analizan ficciones distópicas/utópicas de Latinoamérica y España. En dichas ficciones, figuras marcadas por la exclusión en relación con la migración, el género, la sexualidad, el trabajo, la violencia, etc. son las protagonistas. La importancia de las cuestiones de género, sexualidad y la libertad la vinculamos en este corpus a la defensa del espacio vital que humanos y no-humanos comparten, tal y como defiende el feminismo posthumano.
Study of thermophysical characteristics of variatropic concretes
Authors: Shcherban’ E. M. , Beskopylny A.N. , Stel’makh S. A. , Mailyan L.R. , Shilov A.A. , Nguyen Q.H. , Yamin S. , Chernil’nik A. A. , Elshaeva D.M.
Published: November 2024

An important task in the development of the construction industry is to find rational technologies, materials and solutions that ensure energy efficiency in construction and create conditions for obtaining energy-saving products and structures for various construction projects. At the same time, the issue of structures made of the same material, but having a difference in their properties and characteristics in thickness, the so-called variatropic building material, which, due to differences in structure and properties, ensures variatropic properties of the building structure itself, has been poorly studied. The goal of this study was to eliminate a significant scientific deficit, consisting in the absence of a systematized knowledge base on the structure and thermophysical properties of variatropic products and structures made of concrete or reinforced concrete. The modeling was performed in the ANSYS environment (Ansys version 2024 R1). An element selected for modeling was a ring-section heavy concrete pillar with an outer diameter of 450 mm and an inner diameter of 150 mm. Variatropy was specified by conventionally dividing the element’s cross-section into several layers with different physical and mechanical properties: three for centrifuged concrete and four for vibrocentrifuged concrete. In the course of modeling, the authors determined the main initial data for the calculations, and based on the results of the calculations, dependencies were established confirming the improvement of the concrete’s heat-insulating properties due to the use of centrifugal compaction technology. The phenomenon of variatropy leads to an increase in heat-transfer resistance – from 13% for centrifuged concrete to 23% for vibrocentrifuged concrete in comparison with vibrated concrete. At the same time, vibrocentrifuged concrete turned out to be 8% more efficient than centrifuged concrete in terms of “heat-transfer resistance”. The conducted modeling shows that variatropic concrete is promising for further research and practical application in terms of its thermophysical characteristics.
The production technology of high-performance ceramic stones based on the products of processing of coal dumps
Authors: Yavruyan Kh.S. , Sarukhanov E.M.
Published: November 2024

The aim of the research was to study the main properties of coal dumps processing products, their impact on the quality of finished products and the development of a technology for manufacturing process of ceramic stones with high efficiency. Structural features and chemical-mineralogical composition of coal dumps processing products have been studied, their pre-fired and firing ceramic properties have been studied. The raw mass compositions were chosen based on this, along with testing of laboratory samples. The impact of different technological factors on the properties of the final products has been identified and established. The material composition and technological properties of fine, fine and medium fraction materials are shown. A basic classification of the products derived from processing of waste heaps has been conducted based on grain composition, coal component content, and mineralogical and petrographic characteristics. The optimal formulations for raw material mixtures and the manufacturing process for producing large ceramic bricks with an average density below 800 kg/m3 are described. The impact of grinding degree of the waste heap processing products and the firing temperature on the strength of the samples have been established. The incorporation of finely dispersed products from waste heap processing decreases the density and strength of the samples. It is suggested to use semi-rigid extrusion technology for molding these products. Utilizing processed coal waste materials in wall ceramics production will aid in their disposal and enhance the environmental conditions in the area. This research was conducted in Russia at Don State Technical University in Rostov-on-Don. In creating a technology for producing ceramic blocks from screenings of waste heap processing in Eastern Donbass, minimal production costs and high profitability of production are envisaged.
Probabilistic analysis of the “multilayer soil – structure” system response to seismic load
Authors: Pshenichkina V.A. , Tchantchane M. , Hamici S. , Ayzatullin M.M. , Sabitov L.S. , Kiyamova L.I.
Published: November 2024

Based on the analytical model of a horizontal layered medium, applying the probabilistic formulation, the article presents the results of the investigation of joint work of a structure and multilayer soil bed subjected to seismic loading. The damping properties of soil were taken into account. The authors drew a comparison between the fundamental frequencies of the free vibrations of the “soil - structure” system obtained using the layered medium model and the platform model. By the example of a two-layer soil bed, the dependence of the resonant frequencies of the system on the thickness of the near-surface or buried weak layer was determined. The results of the analysis of the “two-layer soil - structure” system for seismic loads at various locations of the weak layer were presented. The seismic acceleration of the soil bed was modeled as a stationary random process with a given spectral density. The investigation included an analysis of the amplitude-frequency characteristics, acceleration spectral densities and dynamic coefficients for both the entire system and the individual layers. It was demonstrated that the resonant frequencies of an individual layer being a part of the multilayer system can differ significantly from the resonant frequencies of a homogeneous soil bed with similar dynamic characteristics. A comparison between the dynamic responses of the two-layer soil bed system and a system with the reduced characteristics of the soil bed was drawn at various parameters of the spectral density of seismic load. The intervals of possible values of the resonant frequencies of the system were determined taking into account the random variability of the velocity of transverse waves within each layer.
Azerbaijan construction industry deep and comprehensive analysis
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Farzaliyev M.M , Ahmadov S.R
Published: November 2024

The article examines important changes in the economic and social structure of Azerbaijan
in recent years as a result of the rapid expansion and transformation of the industrial sector. In
addition, topics such as digitization, eternal urbanism, smart cities, digital twin technology, post
pandemic economic reconstruction and studied ESG agents are explored and analyzed. The article
assesses how these changes will affect social outcomes, environmental sustainability and
economic growth for the continued development of the industrial sector.
The main methodological issues of the activity of logistics systems
Authors:   Baku Eurasian University, Agayev Z.B
Published: November 2024

In modern conditions, it is necessary to build a system for logistic activity. The logistics system
allows for comprehensive management of supply, production, warehouse, storage, transportation,
payment processes, which ensures that the company is stable in the market and provides a full range
of consumers. A unified approach to the process of forming given systems has been developed. In the
article, the author defines the structure of the logistics system, the processes and methods that ensure
its formation.
The role of management ın ımprovıng productıon effıcıency ın constructıon ındustry enterprıses
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Aliev A.M , Farmanlı A.N , Khanmammadova N.I ,   Azerbaijan State University
Published: November 2024

The article discusses the role and importance of management in increasing production
efficiency in construction industry enterprises.
It is known that the sphere of the construction industry has become an important sphere of
the economy, which conditions the construction of apartments and private houses, investments in
commercial real estate, along with the progress of all infrastructure sectors in our country. It is
very important to develop this area, to implement the innovation policy, which is an integral part
of the organization of management in solving existing problems.
The article further shows the characteristic features of the innovation policy, the current
situation in this field and the prospects for its development.
The role of roads in the development of logistics in the republic of Azerbaijan
Authors:   Azerbaijan Technical University, Mehdiyev M.N
Published: November 2024

Logistics is an important component of economic development that facilitates the efficient and
reliable movement of goods and services. In the Republic of Azerbaijan, highways play a decisive role
in the logistics sector, serving as the main mode of transport for both domestic distribution and
international trade. This article examines the importance of highways in the logistics development of
Azerbaijan, analyzing their impact on economic growth, trade facilitation, and regional connectivity.
This article highlights the key role of highways and explores opportunities for further improvement in
the context of Azerbaijans evolving logistics landscape. Azerbaijans highways support interregional
trade and create a closer connection to existing economic blocs. This increases the exchange of natural
needs and industrial products available in different regions. Motorways also support tourism and help
develop the economy. Tourists use highways to explore the country with ease and this helps in the
development of the tourism industry. Despite these reasons, it is important to develop other transport
infrastructure in order to further develop the logistics of the Republic of Azerbaijan and ensure closer
cooperation with the surrounding regions. This includes rail and sea.
Economic analysis of quality and competitiveness of products of the construction industry
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Mamedov M.A , Fatahov I.V ,   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction
Published: November 2024

The article examines and analyzes the factors characterizing the quality and competitiveness
of products of the construction industry the cost of construction work and the share of added
value created in the countrys construction sector in GDP, construction machines and mechanisms
and their use, the structure of construction work, the quality of manufactured products, indicators
and provides relevant proposals.
The article examines ISO standards characterizing the quality of manufactured products,
criteria determining the competitiveness index of the construction industry.
Analysis of the current situation of the use of tourism resources in the regions of the country
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Tourism and Management, Alizadeh M.P
Published: November 2024

The analysis of the current situation of the use of tourism resources in different regions of the
country reveals a complex picture. Factors such as infrastructure development, natural attractions,
cultural heritage and marketing strategies significantly influence tourism development. While some
regions have shown strong growth with strategic investments and effective promotion, others face
challenges such as inadequate capacity or limited visibility. Understanding these dynamics is
crucial for policymakers and stakeholders to optimize resource allocation and help develop
sustainable tourism at the country level.
Development perspectıves of the mıddle corrıdor: strategıc posıtıon and contrıbutıons of Аzerbaıjan
Authors:   Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences, Abbasov N.A
Published: November 2024

Being a transport hub of Eurasia, Azerbaijan acts as one of the main participants in almost all
international transport projects of the region. Currently, against the background of global economic
conditions and processes, the issue of developing transport corridors remains relevant. At the present
time, the main transport corridor is the Middle Corridor, covering the shortest distance between Europe
and Asia. Being one of the main participants of the corridor, Azerbaijan will further strengthen its position
in international trade relations. The article provides detailed information about the geopolitical project
Middle Corridor, the role of Azerbaijan in this initiative and its impact on regional dynamics are
examined.
Azerbaijan, one of the main participants of the project, is promoting itself as a reliable partner in
the international arena by taking important steps in order to make maximum use of the transit potential,
both geopolitically and economically. The article provides information on a number of important steps
taken by Azerbaijan in this direction, signed documents, and examines the future potential effects of these
decisions. Aware of the economic importance of this geopolitical project, bilateral and multilateral
cooperation agreements have been signed between the participating countries.
Diagnóstico de ansiedad y depresión, alumnos del primer semestre, generación 2023-2026 de la Unidad Académica Preparatoria 06
Authors: Ramírez Lerma Jorge Arturo , Montañez Siordia REYNA LILIANA , TOVAR BERNAL DIANA ALEJANDRA , RUIZ BALLESTEROS MARTHA GEORGINA , VEGA SALAZAR MAYRA YADIRA
Published: November 2024

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Currently, anxiety and depression are disorders that affect the mental health of adolescents, having repercussions in different areas, such as social, family, school, etc. The latter being the field of study of the present research. The objective is to identify the level of anxiety and depression presented by students at UAP 06. The research is non-experimental and descriptive, with a quantitative and qualitative approach. The Hamilton and Calderón anxiety and depression questionnaire was applied to the 210 students of the first semester of the 2023-2026 generation. Applying personal interviews to the 17 students who had high rates of anxiety and depression, detecting causes such as: family situations, academic situations, loneliness, excess of people, others; factors that caused their school performance to decline during the study period.
Yeni Afyon Müzesi’nin Kamusallık Bağlamında Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Demirel Şen Yasemin
Published: November 2024

Kamusal mekân ülkemizde kamu ile ilişkili mekânlar olarak algılansa da dünya geneli kullanımına bakıldığında her kesimden kentlinin bir arada olup kültürel ve sosyal aktarımlarda bulunabilecekleri mekânlar olarak tariflenebilir. Müzeler ise günümüzdeki anlamıyla kente ve kentliye ait somut ve soyut kavramları bünyesinde barındıran kamusal mekânlardır. 17. yüzyıldan bugüne dek hem fiziksel anlamda hem de içerik anlamında değişim göstererek ve gelişerek var olan müzeler bugün depolama ve sergi işlevinden çok farklı bir noktadadır. Bulunduğumuz yüzyılda sergi ve depolama gibi mevcut ve eski işlevlerine ilave olarak tiyatro, atölye, konser, çocuk ve eğitim mekanlarını da barındıran müzeler kimi zaman çağdaş müze olarak da nitelendirilmekte olup kentlinin kamusal anlamda pek çok ihtiyacına cevap verir niteliktedir. Bu anlamda da müzeler kentler ve kentliler adına önem taşımaktadır.
Ülkemiz için bir röper noktası niteliği taşıyan Afyon kenti çevre yolu üzerinde bulunan Yeni Afyon Müzesini kamusallık bağlamında ele almak bu çalışmanın içeriğini oluşturmaktadır. Bu bağlamda öncelikli olarak ülkemizde müzecilik tarihi hatırlatılmış ve müzeciliğin kamusallaşma serüvenindeki etken tarihlerine değinilmiştir. Çalışmanın devamında Afyon kentinin tarihsel süreçte müzeleri ve Yeni Afyon Müzesi hakkında bilgi verilmiştir. Son olarak Yeni Afyon Müzesi çevresel ve mimari faktörler çerçevesinde Afyon kentinde tarihsel süreçte var olan eski müzelerle karşılaştırmalı olarak değerlendirilmiştir. Bu değerlendirme müzenin mimari olarak ele alınmasını, eski müzelerle karşılaştırılmasını, çevre yapılar ve alanlar ile olan ilişkisini ve güncel kamusal kullanımını kapsamaktadır. Müze binasının yeni olmasıyla birlikte mekânsal olarak içerdiği potansiyeller üzerinden kamusallığının artırılmasına yönelik öneriler sunulmuş ve literatüre katkı sağlanmıştır.
A Review of Microstrip Bandstop Filters: Analysis and Design Techniques
Authors:   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Faculty of Engineering andTechnology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu – 603203,India, Arumugam Selvakumar , V. Phani Kumar Kanaparthi ,   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Faculty of Engineering andTechnology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu – 603203,India, Barik Rusan Kumar ,   School of Microelectronics, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen-518055,Guangdong, China
Published: November 2024

High-performance RF transceiver systems create large demands in multimode wireless communication system applications with high-frequency suppression, increased spectral utilization, and flexibility to control stopband and passband frequency characteristics. This review analyzes microstrip bandstop filters mentioned in from recent research articles focusing on their performance characteristics, design techniques and applications. Filters are categorized into five categories, namely, Single stopband bandstop filter, Dual stopband BSF, Wide stopband BSFs, Low pass with Wide stopband BSFs, and reconfigurable filters, this article deals with a study of these filters. An extensive analysis of the filter design techniques including the type of resonators, coupled line sections, open/short-circuited stubs, DGS/DMS, and flexible switching devices has been made with comparison and exploration of the simulated, measured frequency responses in each category.
Proving Predeterminism, or Why Actuality Is Certainly Actual
Authors: Blondé Ward ,   Romanian Academy - Iasi Branch
Published: November 2024

I define predeterminism as the claim that what is actual is actual with certainty, and provide a proof of it in this paper. Predeterminism solves a major problem: modal realism’s probability distributions for selecting the actual world from all the possible worlds, are either arbitrary, because they are not unique, or they do not sum up to one. This problem is solved by replacing modal realism with a set-theoretic plenitude subjected to cosmological natural selection. Essentially, because worlds reproduce with unequal success, and because there are so many of them in the plenitude, worlds outnumber and outweigh each other with infinite factors. An infinitely growing sequence of worlds, or a world life, comes out as the unique champion in this evolutionary competition and is certainly actual. The proof uses the ideas that the probability to be actual for a world is proportional to its size, age, and abundance, and that all the possible worlds are set-theoretically well-ordered by cosmological natural selection.
Ecstatic Temporality and Transcendence in Section 65 of Chapter III and Section 69 of Chapter IV in Relation to Ontological Movement in Section 74 of Chapter V in Division Two of Heidegger’s Being and Time (1927) - Part II
Authors: Sampath Rajesh ,   Romanian Academy - Iasi Branch
Published: November 2024

This is the second article of a two-article series and is labeled Part II. In this article, we pick up where we left off on a clos reading of Division Two of Heidegger’s greatest work, Being and Time (1927). In the first article labeled Part I, we executed a granular analysis of a few lines and phrases in section 65 in Chapter III, section 69 in Chapter IV, and sections 72 and 74 in Chapter V on ‘primordial ecstatic, finite, unified, authentic temporality’ (Heidegger 1962, 380) and ‘equiprimordiality of the unity of the ecstases’ (Heidegger 1962, 378), ‘the whitherings and horizontal schemas’ (Heidegger 1962, 416), and the ontological distinction of movement/Bewegtheit and the Western metaphysical tradition on spatialized motion/Bewegung (Heidegger 1962, 427) respectively. Attempting to show the connectedness of these problems in a manner different from Being and Time itself required a bracketing of how we renew our engagement with Plato, Aristotle, and Hegel even after Heidegger’s attempted ‘destruction’ (Heidegger 1962, 41) of the ontological and metaphysical traditions of the West. In Part I, we attempted to resume the possibility of an abstract metaphysical undertaking about a four-dimensional temporality that Heidegger could not and did not articulate in Being and Time. In this follow-up article labeled Part II, we will attempt a direct appropriation of Hegel’s The Science of Logic (1813-1816), particularly on his enigmatic introduction to the term ‘quadruplicity’ (Hegel 2010, 746) that comes at the very end of his greatest and most complex work. We will try to outline the possibility of articulating the very being of time as an interrelations-movement event beyond the succession and simultaneity of two things. This conceptualization is non-spatial, never an object of representation, intuition, or the imagination, and not reducible to the predominance of the present as the ‘now’ point. We see this work as one long preface to our own independent possibility, apart from Heidegger and Hegel, to articulate a heretofore unknown speculative phenomenological theory of four-dimensional time.