bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Estudio sobre homofobia en aulas rurales andaluzas.
Authors: Rodríguez Gobiet José Pablo , Morales Rodríguez Francisco Manuel
Published: September 2024

Introducción: La función de un docente debe ser transmitir  y evaluar las competencias asimiladas entre su alumnado. La competencia ciudadana definida por  la Ley Orgánica 3/2020, de 29 de diciembre pretende educar ciudadanos responsables y que desarrollen un pensamiento crítico. El aumento de los Delitos de Odio contra la Orientación Sexual en nuestro país cuestiona la asimilación de dicha competencia, siendo los contextos educativos rurales andaluces los más azotados por comportamientos homófobos.  Metodología: Se administró Test de Homofobia en contextos educativos rurales de dos provincias andaluzas, analizando alto, medio grado o la ausencia de homofobia entre  alumnado y se comparó a la variable edad y sexo. Resultados: Demuestran un alto y medio grado de homofobia entre el alumnado encuestado en las edades de 12 a 14 años y en la variable sexo masculina.  Discusión: Se analizan las posibles causas de esta situación y se compara con el grado de asimilación de la competencia ciudadana en dicho alumnado. Conclusiones: Este estudio sobre homofobia demuestra la realidad educativa de zonas rurales y cómo la presencia de la homofobia impide la adquisición de competencias entre el alumnado. Es labor educativa asegurar personas libres y desprovistas de prejuicios.
Family Experiences in Caring for People with Schizophrenia: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Wulandari Dewi , Keliat Budi Anna , Susanti Herni , Besral
Published: September 2024

Background: Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that leads to significant suffering and the inability to maintain relationships with family members. Families have had meaningful experiences during their care, as this mental disorder requires long-term care and increases the burden on the family. This family's role is crucial to the healing process for people with schizophrenia. The purpose of this study is to describe family experiences with schizophrenia treatment. Methods: This study is qualitative descriptive research. Participants were divided into three family groups, each consisting of 4 to 8 people, with a total of 16 families participating. The participant-taking technique used is purposive sampling. Researchers collect data through focus group discussions (FGD). Researchers employ framework analysis as a data analysis technique. Results: The research found five themes: negative emotions, positive emotions, family burdens, stigma, and coping strategies. Families can experience negative emotions of anger, frustration, and fear when treating people with schizophrenia. The family also feels positive emotions of hope, patience, and gratitude. Long-term care and high dependence increase the burden on the family. There's still family stigma and public stigma. As time passed, the family developed a coping strategy to adapt to the existing stressors. Conclusion: The family has valuable experience in providing care to people with schizophrenia. Nurses need to provide family intervention to deal with the stress and stigma perceived by the family.
Effects of Ergonomic Exercises on Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure of Hypertensive Elderly in Sitopeng Cirebon, Indonesia
Authors: Rohmana Omay , Rochayati Ati Siti , Sansuwito Tukimin Bin
Published: September 2024

Background: Hypertension is a chronic, non-communicable disease that often shows no symptoms but can cause heart failure, stroke, myocardial infarction, atrial fibrillation, and even premature death. The majority of hypertension sufferers in Indonesia are elderly (57.6%). Ergonomic exercise is recommended in the non-pharmacological management of hypertension because it can reduce blood pressure. Aims: To know the effect of ergonomic exercise three times and once per week on systolic and diastolic pressure in hypertensive elderly. Methods: The design is an experiment consisted of two groups before and after intervention; the population is hypertensive elderly in Sitopeng, Cirebon City. The sample sizes were determined by the formula (t-1) (r-1) > 15, where t is the treatment group and r are the replication, so the total sample was 32 hypertensive elderly people who were selected using simple random sampling techniques, and data analysis was carried out using the independent T-test and paired T-test. Results: Ergonomics exercises 3 times per week can reduce systolic pressure in elderly people with hypertension (p = 0.001<0.05), but there was no significant difference between the ergonomic exercise groups 3 times and 1 time per week treatment in systolic (p = 0.520) and diastolic pressure (p = 0.095>0.05). Conclusion: Ergonomic exercise provides good benefits in reducing systole and diastole pressure in elderly people with hypertension. Maximum benefits can be obtained if the elderly perform ergonomic exercise movements perfectly, control medication adherence, and follow a low-salt diet. Recommendation: Give the guidebook to each participant, which they take home and are assisted by family to memorize the movements. Always maintain compliance with taking medication and a low-salt diet.
The Impact of Dyadic Coping Intervention on Mental Health Problem and Quality of Life in Female Cancer Patients
Authors: Huda Nurul , Erwin  , Woferst Rismadefi , Nugraha Gautama Made Satya
Published: September 2024

Background: The mental health and quality of life in female cancer patients are of paramount importance, as a cancer diagnosis can significantly impact every aspect of a woman’s well-being. The need for interventions like dyadic coping, is crucial to address the complex emotional and psychosocial challenges these women face. Objective: The study investigated the effects of a dyadic coping intervention on the mental health and quality of life of female cancer patients. Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted with female cancer patients from a hospital in Riau Province, Indonesia, selected via purposive sampling. The intervention group consisted of 17 patients who underwent five dyadic coping training sessions based on the systemic transactional model, supplemented by follow-up phone calls from the researchers. An equal number of participants were assigned to the control group. The study analysed the data using descriptive statistics and independent t-tests, applying the DASS-21 scale for depression, anxiety, and stress, and the FACT-G scale for quality of life, both of which are validated measures. Results: The findings revealed that the dyadic coping intervention significantly reduced stress (p = 0.013), depression (p = 0.047), and anxiety (p < 0.001), and markedly improved quality of life (p = 0.017). Conclusion: These results suggest that dyadic coping interventions can effectively alleviate mental health issues and enhance the quality of life among female cancer patients, offering a viable alternative to traditional nursing interventions.
The Global State of Democracy 2024: Strengthening the Legitimacy of Elections in a Time of Radical Uncertainty
Authors:   The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)
Published: September 2024

The 2024 elections super-cycle year falls fittingly into an era of radical uncertainty, with candidates and political parties using potentially transformational policy agendas to court nearly 3 billion voters. In most cases, the inherent (and healthy) uncertainty of elections sparks the kind of debate that drives democracy forward. In other contexts, however, it can motivate more hostile disputes and unrest. Democracy continued its recent decline in 2023, with notable challenges emerging with regard to Representation and Rights. Assessing each country’s various areas of improvement and deterioration, we find that, on balance, four in nine countries were worse off in 2023 than they had been in 2018, while only one in four had improved, continuing a negative trend that developed roughly a decade ago. Challenges to democracy are found in every part of the world and at every level of democratic performance. In this report, we take a close look at elections, and we find that the credibility of elections around the world was worse in more than one fifth of the countries we cover (39 of 173) in 2023 (the most recent year for which we have complete data) than it had been five years before, in 2018. The way that people engage with electoral processes has also been changing over the past several decades: turnout has been going down while the incidence of protests and riots has been going up. Between mid-2020 and mid-2024, one in five elections was challenged in at least one legal proceeding, with voting and vote counting emerging as the most-litigated aspects of the electoral process. During the same period, in one in five elections a losing presidential candidate or losing party in parliamentary elections publicly rejected the outcome of the election, and opposition parties boycotted one in ten elections. These factors combine to challenge public confidence in political processes. The Global State of Democracy 2024 provides an overview of global trends related to democracy and human rights, along with an in-depth analysis of the drivers of public perceptions of electoral integrity. It includes a set of policy recommendations to address the issues that contribute to public mistrust in electoral integrity around the world.
Otobiyografik bellek işlevleri ile gelecek zaman algısı arasındaki ilişkide zaman yöneliminin aracı rolü
Authors: Er Nurhan , Yaşın Tekizoğlu Fatma
Published: September 2024

Bu çalışmanın temel amacı, otobiyografik bellek işlevleri ile gelecek zaman algısı arasındaki ilişkide zaman yöneliminin hem doğrudan hem de aracı etkisinin incelenmesidir. Çalışmanın örneklemi 803 kişiden oluşmaktadır. Veri toplama aracı olarak, Otobiyografik Bellek İşlevleri Ölçeği, Zimbardo Zaman Perspektifi Envanteri ve Gelecek Zaman Algısı Ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Otobiyografik bellek işlevleri ve gelecek zaman algısı arasındaki ilişkide zaman yöneliminin aracı etkisinin incelenmesi amacıyla oluşturulan model yol analiziyle sınanmıştır. Analiz sonuçları otobiyografik bellek işlevleri ve gelecek zaman algısı arasındaki ilişkide zaman yöneliminin aracı etkisine işaret etmektedir. Çalışmadan elde edilen sonuçlar, ilgili alanyazın temelinde tartışılmıştır.
Trace element partitioning between minerals and melt: parameterization of experimental data for olivine, pyroxenes, and feldspars
Authors: Girnis A. V.
Published: September 2024

Experimental data were analyzed on the partitioning of trace elements between minerals (olivine, orthopyroxene, clinopyroxene, and feldspars) and silicate melts. The data span over a wide range of conditions (from 1 atm to 10 GPa and ~1000–2000 °C) and compositions of melt (from ultrabasic to ultrasilicic) and minerals. The dependence of logarithms of partition coefficients (lnDi ) on conditions and compositions was approximated by linear functions of 1/T, P/T (P is pressure, and T is absolute temperature) and compositional parameters of mineral and melt. It was found that Di /Dj values for a number of element pairs are independent of experimental parameters and vary within narrow ranges. The coefficients of Di dependencies on conditions and compositions were estimated by minimization of quadratic deviations of model Di and Di /Dj values from experimental values. The obtained equations can be used to calculate Di values for a number of elements with an accuracy of approximately a factor of 1.2–2.0. The obtained values were applied as an example for a model of formation of mafic melts of mid-ocean ridges through melting of a peridotite source and crystallization of primary magmas under crustal conditions.
Schwabe Solar Cycle in 1000–1700: Variations in the Length and Amplitude
Authors: Ptitsyna N. G. , Demina I. M.
Published: September 2024

One of the most significant features of solar activity is its variability over a wide range of periods, with the dominance of the 11-year cycle or the Schwabe cycle. In this work, a wavelet analysis of data on solar activity in 1000–1700 was carried out, obtained using the number of auroras, taking into account the contribution of the geomagnetic field. The obtained results demonstrate the stable presence of an 11-year cycle during the entire time interval of 1000–1700 A. D. It was found that in 1000–1350 there was a systematic increase in the length of the Schwabe cycle, after which its decline was traced. At the same time, the length of the solar cycle increases during the grand minima of Oort (13 years), Wolf (14 years) and Spörer (14–15 years). It was found that the correlation between the amplitude and the length of the solar cycle was maintained throughout the entire period of time 1000–1700, but its sign changed. In addition, it was obtained that the correlation between the amplitude of the cycle and the length of the previous cycle is stronger than the correlation between the amplitude and length of the same cycle. This result is similar to that previously known for instrumental series. However, we have shown that this pattern persists over a much longer time interval, and it does not depend on the sign of the correlation. The paper also provides indications of the existence of a variation with a period of 30–40 years in solar activity in 1000–1550.
Forecast of Modulation of Cosmic Rays with Rigidity of 10 GV in the 25th Solar Activity Cycle
Authors: Yanke V. G. , Belov A. V. , Gushchina R. T. , Kobelev P. G. , Trefilova L. A.
Published: September 2024

Based on a forecast of solar activity parameters and the model developed by the authors for modulation of Galactic cosmic rays, we forecasted cosmic ray variations in the 25th solar activity cycle. The cosmic ray flux forecast is based on correlation with the number of sunspots (single-parameter model) or with a set of solar (mainly magnetic) parameters (multiparameter model). The forecast for the number of sunspots was taken from published data; the forecast for other solar parameters was done in the study. It is shown that variations in cosmic rays over three years of the current 25th cycle, in general, do not contradict the forecasts and indicate that the 25th solar activity cycle is expected to be slightly more active compared to the 24th.
FROM THE CASTLE OF FEAR TO THE THREE FAT MEN: YURI OLESHA’S FAIRY TALE IN ITALIAN
Authors:   State University of Parma, De Florio Giulia
Published: September 2024

In the 20th century, Russia played an important role in the field of translated children’s literature, although, compared to other foreign children’s literature, the popularity it enjoyed — particularly in the second half of the 20th century — was always less significant. Nevertheless, some works of fiction have managed to find their place on the book market and have been translated into Italian several times. This article takes into account the success of the book The Three Fat Men by Yuri Olesha in Italy, which was published and adapted several times during the second half of the 20th century. The analysis highlights the strategies and approach of each translator (Carullo, Leone, Coïsson) within the framework of the methodology of analysis adopted in the field of translation studies: Carullo offers a more free translation, which corresponds to the translation tradition of that period, when the search for an accurate translation was not a priority of the publishing market. Leone’s translation sets out to find a compromise for the dual addressee (child and adult), in contrast to Coïsson, who turns exclusively to the adult reader. Much attention is paid to text and paratext, the role of illustrations and other constituents of the book as a cultural product. The linguistic and textual analyses allow us to draw some conclusions about the dominants in the translation strategy of a particular translator.
KORNEY CHUKOVSKY’S UNKNOWN FAIRY TALE: THE ADVENTURES OF BABAR AND BABAR AND CELESTE IN MOSCOW
Authors:   The Library for Foreign Literature, Maeots Olga
Published: September 2024

The article analyzes materials found in the Korney Chukovsky’s archive in the Russian State Library. The texts presented in the article were depicted by Chukovsky as “based on the drawings and French text by Jean de Brunoff” that means — The Travels of Babar (1932) by the French writer and artist Jean de Brunoff. The Russian translation is entitled The Adventures of Babar. The supplement to the article presents different versions of the translation found in the archive, which reflect Chukovsky’s edits, as well as texts written by Chukovsky as the continuation of the original plot — The Adventures of Babar and Celeste. Part two. Babar and Celeste in Moscow. These texts have never been published before. Their textual analysis makes it possible to depict The Adventures of Babar as a retelling, and the sequel episode Babar and Celeste in Moscow could be considered as an original story that has no French analogue. An attempt has been made to find out the dates when Chukovsky worked on the texts and to describe the specifics of editorial changes. The first version of The Adventures of Babar, which consisted of two parts, judging by the documents found, dates back to 1946–1948 and was intended for publication as a calendar with illustrations by famous animator and artist Mstislav Pashchenko. The second version of The Adventures of Babar was made with the aim of possible publication in the illustrated children’s periodical Funny Pictures in 1957. Work on this text was presumably continued at the very beginning of the 1960s, the purpose of the third revision is unknown. Korney Chukovsky didn’t include The Adventure of Babar and Celeste in Moscow in the second and third versions. Analysis of various versions of The Adventures of Babar allows us to judge that Chukovsky has significantly revised and expanded de Brunoff’s original. This could partly be due to the fact that the Russian edition was not supposed to use original illustrations from the French book and in that case the visual narrative needed to be retold in the Russian text. We could also assume that Chukovsky set a goal to adapt the text for the young Russian readers through significant domestication: for example, introducing Russian names — Aibolit, Barmaley, as well as transferring part of the story to Moscow.
MARIA LVOVNA TOLMACHEVA: UNKNOWN PAGES
Authors:   State Institute of Economics, Finance, Law and Technology, Selivanova Olga
Published: September 2024

The memoirs of Maria L. Tolmacheva (1867–1942) proposed for publication have been preserved in the archive of the Indicative Library for Children’s Reading and have not appeared in the field of view of the scientific community until this moment. The manuscript is a valuable historical and biographical material, containing interesting facts from the childhood of the writer herself, describing her childhood reading circle and her first experience of writing, revealing unknown characteristics of some representatives of the literary life of St. Petersburg in the 1910s. The introduction of such materials into scientific circulation allows, on the one hand, to replenish the bibliography of popular writers in the past, on the other — to immerse oneself in the author’s self-reflection on creativity, to learn about his perception of critical remarks, to find out the position of critics of children’s literature, to get an idea of the writer’s responsibility, to immerse oneself in the atmosphere of “editorial Wednesdays” of the popular children’s magazine “Tropinka” at that time. In the memoirs of Maria Tolmacheva, there are living portraits of Blok’s mother, Polyxena Solovyova-Allegro, Natalia Manaseina.
ВПЛИВ ІННОВАЦІЙНОСТІ ЗОВНІШНЬОТОРГОВЕЛЬНОЇ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ ТРАНСПОРТУ НА ФОРМУВАННЯ ЇХ КОНКУРЕНТНИХ ПЕРЕВАГ
Authors: ГРЕЧАН Алла , БІЛІК Володимир
Published: September 2024

The article identifies the specifics of the influence of innovativeness of foreign trade activities of transport enterprises on the formation of their competitive advantages. Specific features of the foreign trade activity of transport enterprises, which are areas of active implementation of innovative solutions, are analyzed. The use of technological innovations, innovative business models, innovations in supply chain management and customer service is proposed for transport enterprises.
The main aspects and factors contributing to the effective implementation of innovative technologies in the field of international transportation are summarized. The following determinants of the development of foreign trade activities of transport enterprises are proposed: economic (global demand and supply, exchange rate fluctuations, investment climate), technological (innovation and technological progress, digitalization), political (regulatory policy, international agreements), social (level of personnel qualification, social guarantees ), Environmental (environmental standards and regulation, climate change).
The key competitive advantages that transport enterprises can obtain thanks to innovations are identified, such as reducing operating costs, increasing operational efficiency, improving service quality, increasing environmental responsibility, flexibility and adaptability to market changes. The necessity of constant monitoring of the latest technological solutions and research of market trends to ensure the stable development of transport enterprises is substantiated. Prospects for further research are highlighted, in particular, the development of strategies for integrating transport systems with other sectors of the economy to create complex international logistics solutions.
Emotional Intelligence with Self Esteem in Adolescents Who Have Experienced Child Abuse In Sorong City
Authors: Lewerissa Erin Claudia , Sarajar Dewita Karema
Published: September 2024

Adolescence is often considered a transition period marked by significant changes. It is seen as a period of transition, a challenging age, and a time of searching for identity. At the same time, adolescence is also considered the threshold of adulthood because it involves uncertainty and lack of control. Family dynamics also tend to change during the adolescent phase, including increased conflict between teenagers and parents, changes in roles and responsibilities, and changes in expectations placed on teenagers. A mismatch between parental expectations and adolescent behavior can increase the risk of conflict, which in turn can lead to incidents of child abuse. This research aims to determine the relationship between emotional intelligence and self-esteem in adolescents who have experienced child abuse in Sorong City. The method used is quantitative research with a correlational design. A total of 64 teenagers aged 12-21 years and residing in Malagusa sub-district, Sorong City were participants in this research who were taken using a saturated sampling technique. Research measurements used the Wong & Law Emotional Intelligence Scale (WLES) and The Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale (RSES). The research data analysis method uses Pearson Correlation. The research results show that there is a significant positive relationship between emotional intelligence and self-esteem of 0.949 with a significance of 0.000 (p<0.01). This shows that emotional intelligence plays a major and important role in relation to the level of self-esteem of teenagers who have experienced child abuse in Sorong City.
EFISIENSI BELANJA PEMERINTAH DAERAH TERHADAP KESEJAHTERAAN MASYARAKAT DI WILAYAH TAPAL KUDA PROVINSI JAWA TIMUR
Authors: Setyowati Mega , Solihin Achmad
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis efisiensi belanja pemerintah daerah kabupaten/kota di Wilayah Tapal Kuda Provinsi Jawa Timur terhadap kesejahteraan masyarakat dengan tahun periode yaitu 2013-2022. Metode yang digunakan untuk mengukur tingkat efisiensi yaitu metode Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) dengan pendekatan output-oriented dan asumsi Variable Return to Scale (VRS). Realisas anggaran belanja pemerintah daerah fungsi pendidikan, kesehatan dan perlindungan sosial digunakan sebagai input, sementara kesejahteraan masyarakat sebagai output diukur menggunakan Indeks Pembangunan Manusia (IPM). Hasil studi menunjukkan selama tahun 2013-2022 Kota Surabaya dan Kota Pasuruan menjadi wilayah yang konsisten mencapai kondisi efisien. Sementara kabupaten/kota lain hanya mencapai kondisi efisien pada tahun-tahun tertentu. Secara rata-rata, tingkat efisiensi kabupaten yang berada di Wilayah Tapal Kuda sub-bagian Pulau Madura lebih rendah dibandingkan dengan sub-bagian lainnya. 4 (empat) kabupaten di sub-bagian wilayah Pulau Madura berada pada rentang nilai 0,858-0,894. Kabupaten/kota yang berada di Sub-bagian Teluk Madura mencapai rata-rata tertinggi yaitu 0,998-1,000. Sementara itu rata-rata tingkat efisiensi wilayah sub-bagian Selat Madura memiliki rentang nilai sebesar 0,900-1,000.
DETERMINAN STRUKTUR MODAL PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR DI INDONESIA
Authors: Pamungkas Wihandaru Sotya , Kusumadani Fia
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh likuiditas (LK), struktur aset (SA), risiko bisnis (RB), ukuran perusahaan (UP), dan set kesempatan investasi (SKI) terhadap struktur modal (SM). Motivasi melakukan penelitian ini karena pada tahun 2020 dan 2021 terjadi pandemi Covid-19 mengakibatkan perekonomian secara global termasuk di Indonesia mengalami penurunan. Penelitian ini menggunakan sampel perusahaan yang bergerak di sektor manufaktur tahun 2018-2022. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan purposive sampling dengan kriteria yaitu perusahaan menyampaikan laporan keuangan ke Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) dalam mata uang rupiah. Banyaknya observasi yang digunakan uji hipotesis 561 unit. Penelitian menemukan bahwa LK dan RB tidak berpengaruh terhadap SM, SA dan SKI berpengaruh positif, dan UP berpengaruh negatif. Temuan ini menggambarkan bahwa perusahaan membiayai aset tetap dan kesempatan investasi menggunakan hutang namun perusahaan besar cenderung memiliki hutang yang rendah.
ANALISIS PENGARUH GENDER, TEKANAN KETAATAN, RELIGIUSITAS DAN FAKTOR LINGKUNGAN TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN DALAM LAPORAN HASIL AUDIT PADA INSPEKTORAT DI SURABAYA.docx
Authors: Pratiwi Victoria Laurensa Jihan , Prayogi Gusti Dian
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis pengaruh gender, tekanan ketaatan, religiusitas, dan faktor lingkungan terhadap keputusan dalam laporan hasil audit di Inspektorat Surabaya. Menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif, penelitian ini melibatkan 50 auditor sebagai sampel yang dipilih secara purposive. Data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner dan dianalisis menggunakan regresi linier berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa gender, tekanan ketaatan, religiusitas, dan faktor lingkungan memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan auditor dalam menyusun laporan hasil audit. Temuan ini memberikan wawasan tentang pentingnya mempertimbangkan faktor-faktor tersebut untuk meningkatkan kualitas dan efisiensi audit di Inspektorat Surabaya.
Social Inclusion as A Challenge of Multiculturalism in Germany: A Study on Muslim Minorities
Authors: Zulkarnain Zulkarnain , Ulinnuha Roma , Abdullah Raihanah
Published: September 2024

Multiculturalism emphasises cultural and religious diversity in society. It plays an important role in the German context. However, its application in the country still faces challenges that affect the social inclusion of the Muslim minority. Social inclusion is crucial for accepting and integrating minorities into the majority society. Muslim minorities in Germany face several challenges, including discrimination, economic inequality, and limited access to education and employment opportunities. Discrimination is a significant barrier to social inclusion, as stereotypical perceptions and prejudices against their religion and culture often lead to discriminatory experiences in everyday life. Social inclusion is negatively impacted by economic hardship, which limits access to decent employment and equal income. Additionally, limited access to education complicates the integration of Muslim minorities, reducing their chances of achieving economically viable employment and contributing positively to society. Additionally, limited access to education complicates the integration of Muslim minorities, reducing their chances of achieving economically viable employment and contributing positively to society. Additionally, limited access to education complicates the integration of Muslim minorities, reducing their chances of achieving economically viable employment and contributing positively to society. It is important to address inequality in access to education to promote social inclusion. This article explores the factors that affect the social inclusion of Muslim minorities in Germany. Relevant case studies are used to analyze the impact of these factors on the daily lives of Muslim minorities. The article also discusses the efforts that can be made by the government, community organizations, and individuals to improve social inclusion. The aim of this article is to comprehensively address the challenges faced by Muslim minorities in Germany with regards to social inclusion. The goal is to find solutions that promote social justice and equality for all citizens.
Quantum Entanglement and Chocolates
Authors: Wu Biao
Published: September 2024

Two statistical ensembles of chocolates are constructed to mimic two quantum entangled states, the spin singlet state and the GHZ state. Despite great efforts to achieve the closest possible resemblance in terms of probability distribution and correlation, subtle differences remain. The differences reveal and illustrate a fundamental characteristic that distinguishes quantum entanglement from classical correlation. Analysis shows that the cause of this correlation discrepancy can be traced to the non-commutativity of quantum single-particle operators.
From Earth to Art: Repurposing Clay Residues into Ephemeral Clay Sculptures of Organic Art and Styles
Authors: Donkor Evans Kwadwo , Boakye-Yiadom Fredrick , Ankrah Owusu-Ansah , Bondzie Micah Victor Kweku
Published: September 2024

The ceramic and sculpture studios generate significant amounts of clay residues, which often end up in landfills, contributing to environmental degradation. This study explores the latent of repurposing these waste materials into ephemeral clay sculptures, addressing both waste management issues and creating opportunities for innovative artistic expression. The research employed a qualitative approach, combining machine milling with artistic experimentation. Clay residues from local ceramic and sculpture art studios were collected, analyzed for composition, and processed to enhance their sculptural properties. A series of workshops with artists explored various techniques for creating ephemeral clay sculptures using these reclaimed materials. The resulting artworks were documented and analyzed for their aesthetic and conceptual advantages; contemporary artistic trends and methodologies; cultural and environmental repercussions. Clay residues, when properly processed, proved suitable for creating flexible yet intentionally temporary sculptures. The unique properties of the reclaimed clay led to distinctive structures and forms; inspiring new artistic styles reminiscent of organic, earth-based art. The ephemeral nature of the sculptures encouraged artists to explore themes of impermanence, environmental cycles, and the relationship between art and nature.
Evolution Isn’t Teleological, Writing About it Is
Authors: Freestone Jamie
Published: September 2024

Some critics hold that all talk of functions, purposes, goals, and intentions should be outlawed in biology: they are teleological notions and therefore misleading or inappropriate. But it is difficult to write non-teleologically about evolution (or anything) because language and narrative are suffused with agency and intent and therefore teleology. I offer a reading of several works of colloquial science to illustrate the various conceptions of teleology in biology and the futility of trying to purge discourse of teleological framings. In natural language, the subject–object constituents and certain features of verbs carry connotations of intent even when they describe a mindless process, such as natural selection. Narrative, meanwhile, works by implying that agents (with goals) are what weave together the unspecified connections between events. Combined, the constraints of language and narrative guarantee that authors will be accused of teleology even while arguing, often convincingly, against teleology in evolution.
SIMULTANEOUS BILATERAL UPPER URINARY TRACT UROTHELIAL CARCINOMA (UTUC) WITH LEFT NEPHROURETERECTOMY AND RIGHT ILEOURETERAL REPLACEMENT: A CASE REPORT OF CURATIVE APPROACH
Authors: Effendi Rudini , Hudaya Syamsu , Wallad Caesar Khairul
Published: September 2024

Objective: The report aims to present a rare bilateral UTUC focusing on diagnostic and surgical treatment to improve the survival rate of patients with bilateral UTUC. Case(s) Presentation: We present a case report of a 59-year-old male who came in with gross hematuria accompanied with clots. Laboratory reveals a decreased renal function, while CT shows a bilateral mass in both ureters and left renal pelvis without bladder involvement. The patient then underwent left nephroureterectomy and right ureterectomy. In Intraoperative we preserve the right kidney by evaluating the tumor margin using ultrasound and ureteroscopy and deciding to substitute a full-length ureter with ileum as a precaution for a safety margin. Later on the pathological examination shown high-grade invasive urothelial cell carcinoma on both sides with staging pT2N0M0. Six months after surgery patient is in an excellent condition; weight and karnofsky score improvement. The Baseline Creatinin level was decreased, whereas CT showed no residual tumor in the right urinary tract system. Discussion: This article presents a rare case of bilateral UTUC with staging pT2N0M0 that was successfully treated with multidisciplinary care of radical and reconstructive surgery without chemotherapy. Conclusion: Bilateral UTUC is a scarce case, even among all urologic malignancies. Preserving kidney function in these cases is a priority to reduce further morbidity for the patient.
Keywords: Bilateral UTUC, nephroureterectomy, ileoureteral replacement.
EFFECT OF IPSILATERAL TESTICULAR TORSION ON THE QUALITY OF SPERM IN CONTRALATERAL TESTIS OF RAT (Rattus norvegicus) WISTAR STRAIN
Authors: Ridho Muhammad Rasyid , Ismy Jufriady
Published: September 2024

Objective: This study aims to identify the effect of testicular torsion on the quality of sperm which include: concentration, morphology, and motility of the contralateral testis Rattus norvegicus. Material & Methods: This study is an experimental laboratory study with a post-test only control and completely randomized design (CRD) and divided into 3 groups: control (KO) and treatment (P1 and P2). The treatment group induced testicular torsion of 360˚ to the left for 4 hours. Each group consisted of 9 rats were observed immediately after detorsi (rapid effects) and 9 rats were observed after 30 days do detorsi (slow effect). Data were analyzed by ANOVA - One way and followed by Tuckey HSD test. Results: The results showed a significant difference ( P < 0.05 ) the concentration and morphology of spermatozoa between the control and treatment groups but there is no real difference between P1 and P2 . As for sperm motility are no significant differences ( P < 0.05 ) for each treatment . Conclusion: Based on this it can be concluded that testicular torsion lead to changes in concentration , motility , and morphology of spermatozoa contralateral testis.
Keywords: Testicular torsion, quality of sperm, Rattus norvegicus.
CLINICOHISTOPATHOLOGICAL STUDY OF TESTICULAR TUMOURS IN DR. HASAN SADIKIN GENERAL HOSPITAL BANDUNG
Authors: Rindra Rizqyahya Retossa  , Yantisetiasti Anglita , Gita Tiara Dewi Nasution  , Ahmad Agil  , Muhammad Hasan Bashari
Published: September 2024

Objective: The purpose of this research was to describe the clinical and histopathological characteristics of testicular tumours at Hasan Sadikin General Hospital (RSHS) between 2017-2021. Material & Methods: This research was a cross-sectional descriptive study examining the clinical and histopathological profiles of testicular tumours. The secondary data sources included medical records from the Department of Urology, Anatomic Pathology, Medical Records, and Hospital Information System (SIRS). The collected data covered age, ethnicity, clinical symptoms, site, stage, annual prevalence rate, and analyzed using Microsoft Excel. Results: There were 42 patients who had primary testicular tumour. The highest prevalence of testicular tumours at RSHS was in 2019 consist of 12(29%) patients and the lowest in 2020 were 6(14%) patients. Most patients were >35 years old amounting 19(45%) patients, Sundanese ethnicity were 29(69%) patients, and testicular enlargement revealed in 27(64%) patients. Majority patients were in stage 0/IB 36(86%) patients and occurred in unilateral testis which 34(80%) patients, with 3(7%) patients metastasized. The most common histopathological type was seminoma 18(43%) cases followed by prepubertal-type yolk sac tumour 9(21%) patients. Seminomas, and the fibroma-thecoma group were mostly in patients over 35 years old, while prepubertal-type yolk sac tumour was more commonly in children under 15 years old. Conclusion: Prevalence of testicular tumours increased from 2017 to 2019, then started to decrease in 2020. Histopathologically, seminoma was the most common type. These tumours were most commonly found in older individuals (>35 YO) and unilateral, diagnosed in stage 0/IB, and were mostly presented with enlargement of testis.
Keywords: Testicular tumours, clinical features, histopathology
COMPARISON OF PRE AND POST-TURP EVALUATION IN BPH PATIENTS USING IPSS AND UROFLOWMETRY IN TERTIARY HOSPITAL
Authors: Putra Fikri Alam Riza , Daryanto Besut , Kustono Andri
Published: September 2024

Objective: To present the data about LUTS using International Prostatic Symptoms Score (IPSS) and uroflowmetry on BPH patients following TURP. Material & Methods: This retrospective study reviewed patients diagnosed as BPH with LUTS undergone TURP from Dr. Saiful Anwar General Hospital medical records from January 2021 to January 2023. The basic clinical characteristics, IPSS, and uroflowmetry results were collected. Furthermore, the comparison of IPSS score and uroflowmetry prior and 7 days after surgery were analyzed. Results: From a total of 286 patients, 94 patients met the inclusion criteria. Improvement of LUTS and quality of life (QoL) obtained from IPSS were observed before and after TURP (19.13 vs 2.78, p<0.001; 4.38 vs 0.33, p<0.001). Similar improvement was also showed for maximum flow rate (QMax) and post-void residual (PVR) volume obtained from uroflowmetry result (7.90 vs 17.85, p<0.001; 66.25 vs 27.05, p<0.001) with 90.43% patients had Qmax >15 ml/sec after the procedure. Conclusion: This study showed the evidence of early improvement of IPSS and uroflowmetry results in BPH patients after TURP. The indicators were sufficient to evaluate the satisfaction result of patient complaining LUTS.
Keywords: BPH, IPSS, uroflowmetry, TURP.
Study of the instability of the fixed points cells temperature of working standards: establish the optimal time intervals between the comparisons
Authors: Shulgat O. S. , Moiseeva N. P.
Published: September 2024

The cells of fixed freezing points of metals are an important component of the working standards of temperature of the 0th category. These standards are intended to reproduce the unit of temperature kelvin in accordance with ITS-90, which is currently the main method in the temperature range from –189 to 1084 °C. The transfer of the temperature unit is carried out by comparing the cells of the working standards of temperature with the cells of the state secondary standard of temperature. In order to develop recommendations for increasing the interval between comparisons and changing the requirements of the State Verification Scheme, one of the most important characteristics of the cells of the working standards of temperature was studied – the instability of the cell temperature in the interval between comparisons. The paper summarizes the results of the study of 26 cells of fixed points of tin, zinc and aluminum, the service life of which was from 2 to 10 years, and the interval between comparisons was from 2 to 5 years. Possible causes of instability of the reproducible temperature are described and the uncertainty of comparisons of working standard cells with secondary standard cells is calculated. The analysis of the results showed that the instability values over a long period of time do not exceed 1.02 mK for tin cells, 1.75 mK for zinc cells and 6.47 mK for aluminum cells. The most probable cause of deviation of the temperature of working standard cells from secondary standard cells is the different purity of the metals used. It is noted that the destruction of the quartz shell of the cell without mechanical action is unlikely, and the effect of pressure on the temperature of the reference point is absent. Based on the results of the comparative analysis, it was concluded that it is possible to increase the interval between comparisons for ampoules of tin and zinc to five years. Such an increase in the interval has a positive economic effect by reducing the cost of operating the state secondary temperature standard and transporting ampoules to the comparison site. For aluminum cells, an individual approach to setting the interval between comparisons is recommended based on the analysis of the results of previous comparisons. The materials published in this paper may be useful to specialists of metrological centers working with working temperature standards, as well as to all scientists studying the processes occurring in cells for measuring the solidification temperature of metals.
Recording of ultra-low frequency electromagnetic emission during loading of a rock sample
Authors: Tyagunov D. S. , Shestakov A. F.
Published: September 2024

The review of publications devoted to the study and features of the registration of electromagnetic emission observed during the loading of samples of rocks, metals, composite materials in laboratory conditions, as well as in areas of disintegration of rock massifs at mining sites is given. Electromagnetic emission observed during the destruction of rock samples in laboratory experiments and field conditions can appear itself not only in the high and low frequency ranges (1000–3·106 Hz and 500–1000 Hz, respectively), but also in the very low and ultra-low frequency (200–500 Hz and 0.01–200.00 Hz, respectively) ranges. However, the overwhelming majority of experimental studies of rock samples under the influence of a destructive load in laboratory conditions are aimed at measuring electromagnetic emission of the high frequency range. An instrumentation and measurement complex is described that allows recording electromagnetic emission in the ultra-low frequency range. The composition of the instrumentation and measurement complex includes magnetic modulation transducers of magnetic induction as magnetic field sensors. The methodology of laboratory experiments on recording electromagnetic signals arising from the influence of an external load on rock samples using an instrumentation and measuring complex is presented. An example of uniaxial loading of a basalt sample is given. When loading the sample under consideration, the amplitude of the electromagnetic emission pulses exceeds the background values of technogenic magnetic noise by two orders of magnitude. The high sensitivity of the magnetic modulation transducer of magnetic induction allows it to be used to register the components of magnetic induction in the process of destruction of rock samples in conditions of interference from technogenic magnetic noise. The results obtained are important for monitoring and forecasting the process of cracking before mining impacts, as well as for studying the geological environment and processes that generate low-frequency electromagnetic emission in the mining areas.
Influence of Product Quality, Trust and Brand Image to Wardah's Customer Satisfaction in Batam City
Authors: Tio Michelle , Evyanto Winda
Published: September 2024

This research aims to examine the influence of product quality, trust and brand image on Wardah customer satisfaction in Batam City. The population used is users who have used Wardah products, but the number is uncertain. So this type of research is quantitative research with a sampling technique using the Lemeshow formula with a total calculation of 100 respondents. Data collection was carried out through distributing questionnaires and data analysis using data quality tests, such as validity tests, reliability tests, and classical assumption tests including normality tests, multicollinearity tests, and heteroscedasticity tests. The influence test uses multiple linear regression analysis and determinant coefficient analysis, while the hypothesis test uses the t test and f test. The results of multiple linear regression analysis show that product quality, trust and brand image significantly influence customer satisfaction, with the product quality variable having an influence of 18.1% on customer satisfaction. Trust has an influence of 35.5% on customer satisfaction. Brand image has an influence of 58.2% on customer satisfaction. Findings in testing the coefficient of determination (R2) show that product quality, trust and brand image together account for 67.2% of the variation in customer satisfaction. Apart from that, testing using the t test and F test shows that product quality, trust and brand image individually and as a whole have a positive and significant influence on Wardah customer satisfaction in Batam City.
Financial Ratio Analysis in Determining Stock Investment on Banking Companies Listed on IDX for the 2018-2022 Period
Authors: Khasan Muhammad , Purwanto Setiyo
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of Return On Assets (ROA), Return On Equity (ROE), Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), and Earning Per Share (EPS) to stock price in banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) period 2018-2022. The independent variables (X) in this research are ROA (X1), ROE (X2), DER (X3), and EPS (X4). Meanwhile, the dependent variable (Y) in this research is stock price. The method used in this research is descriptive quantitative method. The population in this research is all banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2018-2022 period totaling 46 companies. The method for determining the research sample used purposive sampling, the total research sample was 27 companies and the number of observations was 135 companies. Based on the research results, it shows that partially ROA, ROE, and DER have no effect and are not significant on stock price, while EPS partially has a significant effect on stock prices. Simultaneously ROA, ROE, DER, and EPS have a significant effect on the stock prices.
Pengaruh Struktur Aktiva, Current Ratio, Risiko Bisnis, dan Pertumbuhan Penjualan Terhadap Struktur Modal
Authors: Rolanda Ivo , Novita Jasmani Damai
Published: September 2024

Besarnya rata-rata struktur modal pada perusahaan makanan dan minuman di Bursa Efek Indonesia pada periode 2018-2022 mengalami fluktuasi perubahan yang terjadi setiap tahunnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh struktur aktiva, current ratio, risiko bisnis, dan pertumbuhan penjualan terhadap struktur modal. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif dan menggunakan data sekunder berupa laporan keuangan dari tahun 2018-2022 pada perusahaan subsektor makanan dan minuman yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia. Populasi dari Bursa Efek Indonesia sebanyak 20 perusahaan. Pengambilan sampel pada penelitian ini sebanyak 16 perusahaan dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Alat analisis yang digunakan adalah analisis linier berganda yang diuji dengan menggunakan Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) versi 26. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa current ratio berpengaruh signifikan terhadap struktur modal, sedangkan struktur aktiva, risiko bisnis, dan pertumbuhan penjualan tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap struktur modal.