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A STUDY OF MMP7 EXPRESSION IN TRIPLE NEGATIVE BREAST CANCER PATIENTS
Authors: Vaniya Bhoomi , Patel Nupur , Vora Hemangini
Published: August 2023

MMP7 has a part in preventing apoptosis and promoting angiogenesis. According to both in vivo and in vitro evidence, MMP7 is mostly seen during tumour invasion and metastasis. Controlling MMP7 expression may be a method for treating this cancer because its overexpression encourages the occurrence, progression, and invasiveness of breast cancer. The aim is to study the expression of MMP7 in triple negative breast cancer patients. Formalin fixed paraffin embedded breast tumor tissues from 50 triple negative breast cancer patients were collected for this study. immunohistochemistry method was used to study MMP7 expression and correlated with clinical and pathological parameters as well as disease status. MMP7 positivity was observed in 48% triple negative breast cancer patients. No significant correlation of MMP7 expression with age, menopausal status, tumour size, histopathology, stage and lymph node status were observed. A significant higher incidence of MMP7 expression was noted in patients with high grade tumor (63%) as compared to patients with low grade tumor (00%). Further, a significant higher incidence of MMP7 was observed in patients with high BR score (65%) as compared to the patients with low BR score (00%). Also, a significant higher incidence was observed in patients with relapse (63%) than patients in remission (35%). A significant higher incidence of MMP7 expression was observed with respect to disease free survival in univariate survival analysis.  In multivariate survival analysis, for disease free survival MMP7 entered at step 1 and lymph node status and MMP7 entered at step 2. The findings imply that MMP7 is important for tumour invasion and metastasis, and that elevated MMP7 expression is associated with tumour development and recurrence.
Role of AI in the Education Sector
Authors: Chhatwal Mayank , Garg Vikas , Rajput Nimit
Published: August 2023

This paper aims to examine the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the education sector. Learning, teaching, assessing, and other operational procedures in educational institutions are only some of the areas where AI has already started to have a significant impact. Artificial intelligence (AI) is being utilized more and more in the classroom to augment and improve the learning experience. Artificial intelligence (AI) may be utilized in the classroom to tailor lessons, improve communication between instructors and students, streamline routine work, and spot and fill knowledge gaps. Using AI, educators may assess each student's strengths and weaknesses and design individualized courses of study. The use of AI in the classroom allows for more thorough evaluation of both the instructor and the student's progress. Administrative operations like grading, taking attendance, and registering students may also be automated with the help of AI. A.I. may also be utilized to build virtual tutoring systems, provide students immediate feedback, and design engaging, interactive lessons. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize education by making it more engaging for students, more manageable for educators, and cheaper all around.
Digital Detriments: Unraveling the Psychological Consequences of Social Media
Authors: Nagar Parul
Published: August 2023

This research paper investigates social media's impact on mental health. Given the rising prevalence within social media use, Concern about its implications on mental health is rising. The paper presents a systematic review of the literature, synthesizing findings from empirical studies that investigate the Mental health and social media use are related outcomes. The paper examines both favorable and unfavorable characteristics of social media use, including its potential for social support and connection, as well as its association with negative outcomes such as depression, anxiety, and social isolation. The paper also examines potential moderating factors, such as age, gender, and the type of social media platform used. Overall, the findings suggest despite the fact that social media might improve mental health, it can also be associated with negative outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations such as adolescents and young adults. The significance of these studies for population safety and potential future study avenues are discussed in the paper's conclusion.
Efficacy of Sphenopalatine Block in Patients with Post-Dural Puncture Headache after Cesarean Section
Authors: Shahzadi Iram , Saleem Mohammad , Khan Misal , Zafar Seemab
Published: August 2023

Our study emphasised the efficacy of sphenopalatine ganglion block (SPGB) in patients with post-dural puncture headache (PDPH) after cesarean section. In this clinical experiment, the effectiveness of the SPGB in treating PDPH in pregnant women was examined. 40 individuals with PDPH were randomly divided into two equal groups for a prospective randomised clinical trial. The group receiving paracetamol (PG) for one day, the patients take 1 gram of paracetamol intravenously three times daily. Rescue analgesia in intravenous ketorolac is administered if sufficient pain relief cannot be found. Block group (SPGBG): Each nostril of the patients received a 3 ml dose of a lignocaine and dexamethasone mixture during bilateral SPGB. Recordings were made of the heart rate, arterial pressure, and mean pain score. Additionally noted were the initiation and end of the analgesic effect, any adverse effects, the amount of ketorolac used, patient satisfaction, and whether the patient stayed in the hospital for an EBP (epidural blood patch) or was discharged after 24 hours. The block group's pain perception (measured by a numeric rating scale [NRS]) was usually less during the research, with only a significant difference until the first two hours following the block when analgesia began more quickly and lasted longer. The hospital stay of the block group for EBP was substantially shorter and had higher patient satisfaction than the control group, which also had a much lower overall dose of the rescue analgesic in milligrams. Conclusions: Trans-nasal SPGB is a non-invasive, safe, simple, and effective treatment for post-dural puncture headache (PDPH) with a low complication rate.
Statistical indicators of maternal mortality in the Red Sea State, Port Sudan, from 2019 to 2022
Authors:   Assistant Professor||Department of Information and Computer Systems|| Applied college|| Najran university Email: elhamnile@gmail.com || Mobile: 00966532072326, "Sid Ahmed" Abdullah Dr. Elham Ali
Published: August 2023

Abstract: The research aimed to determine the causes of maternal death and to know the death rate by age in the Red Sea State- Port Sudan, during the period from 2019 to 2022, The research followed the analytical descriptive approach, where the data was obtained from maternal death records in the hospital, which numbered (104) deaths, and were analyzed by the Statistical Packages for Social Sciences program (SPSS). The research results revealed that the highest death rate was estimated to be (44.2%) among those who live in the middle of Port Sudan. The most vulnerable age group who subjected to maternal death was (26-45 years old) by the rate of 60.6% (n=63). The most common causes of the maternal death were hemorrhagic fever which was 40.4% (n=42) , followed by deaths due to heart failure 13.5% (n=14) , due to bleeding was estimated to be 10.6%, and then due to jaundice with a rate of 6.7% respectively. Therefore, and based on the results, prevention could be achieved by addressing specific public health educational programs for raising females awareness regarding the risk factors at local and national levels. Keywords: Statistical indicators; Maternal deaths; Port-Sudan المستخلص: هدف البحث إلى تحديد أسباب وفيات الأمهات ومعرفة نسبة الوفيات حسب العمر بولاية البحر الأحمر مدينة بورتسودان خلال الفترة من 2019 إلى 2022م، واتبع البحث المنهج الوصفي التحليلي حيث تم الحصول على البيانات من سجلات وفيات الأمهات بالمستشفى وعددها (104) حالة وفاة وتم تحليلها بواسطة برنامج الحزم الإحصائية للعلوم الاجتماعية (SPSS). وكشفت نتائج البحث: أن أعلى نسبة للوفيات كانت للاتي يسكن بورتسودان وسط بلغت (44.2%)، وأن أكثر الفئات العمرية تعرضت للوفاة (26 – 45) بلغت (63)؛ بنسبة (60.6%)، وأكثر أسباب الوفيات تمثلت في الحمى النزفية (42) بنسبة (40.4%)، فشل قلب (14) بنسبة (13.5%) النزيف بنسبة (10.6%)، يرقان بنسبة (6.7%)؛ بناء على النتائج أوصت الباحثة بتحسين الخدمات الطبية وتطوير الكوادر العاملة ورفع المستوى التعليمي للإناث، إضافة إلى مقترحات بدراسات مكملة في الموضوع. الكلمات المفتاحية: مؤشرات إحصائية، وفيات الأمهات، مدينة بورتسودان.
Using ChatGPT in the Classroom
Authors: Gladstone Ranjith
Published: August 2023

November 2022 was a turning point in open artificial intelligence (AI). The community of educators’ jostled at the function as it gained a million users within a month. It was the introduction of ChatGPT, a sophisticated chatbot developed by OpenAI. This paper explores the history of ChatGPT, its capabilities, and the potential benefits and limitations of using it as a tool in the classroom. It also addresses the ethical concerns and privacy implications of using models like ChatGPT. The aim is to provide educators with insights into how they can effectively incorporate ChatGPT into their teaching practices while being mindful of ethical considerations.
Introduction to In Living Color
Authors: Joyner Veronica , Harper Kimberly , Novotny Maria
Published: August 2023

Introduction to the Special Issue In Living Color: Amplifying Racial Justice Work in RHM
Insights from the application of Exploratory Tests in the daily life of distributed teams: an experience report
Authors: C. S. Coutinho Jarbele , L. Andrade Wilkerson , D. L. Machado Patrícia
Published: August 2023

The Exploratory Testing (ET) approach has been adopted in the context of agile development due to the effectiveness of its application. Due to these benefits, the need arose to train agile professionals based on the practical application of this type of test to contribute to its incorporation into the daily work of teams. In this sense, the objective of this article is to investigate the contributions and limitations of adopting Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) in ET teaching-learning, and the main aspects that favor or limit the incorporation of ET into the day-to-day of agile teams. For this, we conducted a course in remote teaching format with agile professionals from a software development company, distributed geographically. At the end of the course, data were collected through an online questionnaire and examined with quantitative and qualitative analysis. Then, the ET activities performed by the participants in their daily lives were monitored and a brainstorming session was conducted to evaluate this experience. Our main findings are that (1) the collaboration between participants and the adoption of a real problem, along with (2) activities and resources made available before the class, and (3) the existence of specific tool support for ET sessions optimized learning in the context of remote teaching. Other main results refer to the planning and registration of ET and the need for guidelines to guide the execution of ET. Therefore, integrating theory and practice in ET is necessary for a better understanding of the effects of tests in the agile environment. Additionally, it is necessary to investigate specific approaches and tools that contribute to the execution of the ET and, consequently, to the incorporation of this test into the daily lives of the teams.
Early Bearing Fault Detection Using EEMD and Three-Sigma Rule Denoising Method
Authors: DAMINE Yasser , BESSOUS Noureddine , MEGHERBI Ahmed Chaouki , SBAA Salim
Published: August 2023

Rotating electrical machines have several physical phenomena. Vibration is one of the important phenomena in the operation of rotating electrical machines. In addition, the vibration signal is considered an important source to have good information on the state of rotating electrical machinery. But this signal is rich in noise, especially under the presence of the bearing fault. This paper proposes a bearing fault diagnosis method based on EEMD and a denoising method based on three-sigma rule. In the first step, the EEMD decomposed the vibration signal into several components called Intrinsic Mode Functions (IMFs). After the calculation of the kurtosis of each IMF component, the signal is reconstructed by choosing components with higher values. To enhance periodic impulses, the three-sigma rule de-noising is applied to the reconstructed signal. As a final step, the envelope spectrum is used to determine the fault characteristic frequency. As a result of testing the bearing with inner race fault and the bearing with outer race, it was verified that the proposed approach suppressed noise effectively and extracted rich fault information from the vibration signals of bearings compared to the EEMD.
Tuning of Mixing Zone Parameters in a Dynamic Mixer and Performance Comparison with Screw-based Mixers
Authors: SUN Jiagang , WANG Jiankang , ZHENG Yiwen , LI Zhijun
Published: August 2023

A new dynamic mixer has been designed for the mixing of two incompatible polymer melts. Three main design parameters (number of circles of holes (N), number of holes (M) per circle, and diameter of the holes (d3)) for the mixing zone of the dynamic mixer were selected to study their influences on the pressure drop (Δp) and the segregation scale (S) using Orthogonal tests. The influences of flow rate and rotational speed were also investigated. In addition, the mixing effect was compared with that of screw and slotted-screw mixers. The results showed that the most significant factor influencing S and S∙Δp is N. Both Δp and S increased with increasing flow rate, and decreased with increasing rotational speed. Compared to the screw and slotted-screw mixers, the dynamic mixer had a better mixing effect and shorter length.
GESCHICHTE WISSEN
Authors: Schmidt-Biggemann Wilhelm
Published: August 2023

Geschichte kann allein in Geschichten zur Erscheinung kommen. Wo nichts über Geschichte erzählt wird, geschieht sie unbewältigt, sie bleibt in ihrer Zeitlichkeit und in ihrem Sinn verborgen. Das vorliegende Buch zeigt, ausgehend von Schelling, Heidegger und Blumenberg, kritisch gegenüber Hegel und Foucault, wie kontingente, absolute Ereignisse als Geschichten erfahren und als erzähltes Wissen präsentiert werden. Als Berichte von Offenbarungen, als philosophische Heimatliteratur der Lebenswelt, als ästhetische Sinnzumutungen oder Aporien diskursiver Machtentfaltung versuchen Geschichten, das Flüchtige zu bannen. Dabei inszenieren sie ständig die Paradoxie, den Absolutismus der Realität zugleich darzustellen und zu verlieren. ›Geschichte wissen‹ betrifft als Erkenntnislehre geistiger Erfahrung wesentlich auch Theologie, Geschichtswissenschaft und Literaturtheorie.
Melanchthons Briefwechsel / Band T 15: Texte 4110-4529a (1546)
Authors: Melanchthon Philipp
Published: August 2023

Am 18. Februar 1546 stirbt Luther. Der Tod seines langjährigen Kollegen und Freundes stürzt Melanchthon in tiefe Trauer und große Sorge um den Zusammenhalt des evangelischen Lagers. Das Konzil in Trient wird von der evangelischen Seite nicht anerkannt, und das Religionsgespräch auf dem Regensburger Reichstag endet ergebnislos. Was schon lange befürchtet wurde, tritt im Juli ein: Kaiser Karl V. erklärt den Schmalkaldischen Bundesgenossen den Krieg. Obwohl viele Studenten Wittenberg verlassen, geht der Lehrbetrieb an der Universität vorerst weiter; doch im November wird die Leucorea geschlossen, und Melanchthon zieht sich nach Zerbst zurück.
Comparison of Clindamycin with Other Anti-staphylococcal Antibiotics for the Treatment of Pediatric Staphylococcal Skin-Scaled Syndrome
Authors: Hashemian Houman , Asgharzadeh Majid , Baghaei Seyed Lida , Hoseini Nouri Seyyedeh Azade
Published: August 2023

Background: Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (4S) is caused by Staphylococcus aureus exfoliative toxin and is characterized by the separation of the surface layers of skin. Given the existence of conflicting treatment strategies and differences in antibiotic resistance patterns, this study aimed to compare the effectiveness of clindamycin, clindamycin with another anti-staph agent, and antibiotic regimen without clindamycin in the management of pediatric 4S. Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of different treatment strategies in the management of pediatric 4S. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, children with 4S (based on the final documented clinical diagnosis) admitted to the 17th-Shahrivar Hospital of Rasht, Iran, from 2005 to 2021 were enrolled. Exclusion criteria comprised being a neonate, having chronic skin diseases or immunodeficiencies, and incomplete data files. The variables gathered included age, sex, type of antibiotic received, time of fever cessation (if fever existed), recovery time, duration of hospitalization, and complications. The data were entered into SPSS v.24 software and analyzed. Results: This study was conducted on 73 patients with the final diagnosis of 4S. The mean age of the patients was 17.70 ± 15.85 months, and 47.9% of them experienced fever during hospitalization. The mean duration of hospital stay was 6.52 ± 1.90 days. Also, the average duration of recovery in these children was 4.90 ± 1.73 days. There were no differences in terms of sex (P-value = 0.245), age (P-value = 0.383), and duration of fever (P-value = 0.568) between the three groups receiving different antibiotic regimens. Meanwhile, the durations of recovery (P-value = 0.018) and hospitalization (P-value = 0.020) were significantly longer in children who did not receive clindamycin. Moreover, the duration of hospitalization was significantly shorter in the patients who received clindamycin alone compared to those treated with clindamycin plus another antibiotic (P-value = 0.044). There was no significant difference in the occurrence of disease/drug complications between the three groups, and the most common complication in all patients was scaling. Conclusions: Clindamycin (alone or in combination with other anti-staphylococcal agents) could shorten the recovery period, and hospital stay in children with 4S. Besides, it did not have any adverse impact on the occurrence of complications. The patients who received clindamycin alone had a shorter hospital stay than patients who were treated with clindamycin plus another antibiotic. Considering the lower complications, lower costs, and shorter length of hospital stay associated with monotherapy, we recommend using clindamycin alone for treating 4S patients.
Design of a Dual Agonist of Exendin-4 and FGF21 as a Potential Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity
Authors: Zhang Changzhen , Gao Guosheng , Li Yafeng , Ying Jingjing , Li Jianhui , Hu Supei
Published: August 2023

Background: Fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) is a metabolic, endocrine hormone regulating insulin sensitivity, energy expenditure, and lipid metabolism. It has significant potential as a therapeutic drug for treating type 2 diabetes and obesity. However, the clinical efficacy of FGF21 analogs is limited due to their instability and short half-life. Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists have been recognized as effective medications for type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity over the past two decades. Methods: This study designed a new long-acting dual-agonist, exendin-4/FGF21, utilizing albumin-binding-designed ankyrin repeat proteins (DARPins) as carriers. The purified fusion proteins were subcutaneously injected into mice for pharmacokinetic and biological activity studies. Results: Ex-DARP-FGF21 had a high binding affinity for human serum albumin (HSA) in vitro and a prolonged half-life of 27.6 hours in vivo. Bioactivity results reveal that Ex-DARP-FGF21 significantly reduced blood glucose levels in healthy mice. Moreover, compared to Ex-DARP alone, the Ex-DARP-FGF21 dual agonist displayed enhanced blood glucose lowering bioactivity and superior body weight management in the diet-induced obesity (DIO) mouse model. Conclusions: These results indicate that the long-acting dual agonist of exendin-4 and FGF21 holds considerable potential as a treatment for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity in the future.
Convolute С: Ancient Paris, Catacombs, Demolitions, Decline of Paris
Authors: Benjamin W.
Published: August 2023

Перевод c французского Сергея Фокина и с немецкого Веры Котелевской по изданию: Benjamin W. Das Passagen-Werk // Gesammelte Schriften / R. Tiedemann, H. Schweppenhäuser (Hg.). Fr.a.M.: Suhrkamp, 1991. Bd. V/1–2. 1350 s.
A importância da inclusão escolar na vida de crianças com espectro autismo: uma revisão sistemática da literatura
Authors: Curcino Alves Leila , Spirandeli Rocha Ricael
Published: August 2023

Este estudo teve como objetivo investigar a inclusão de estudantes com Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA) na Educação Básica, com foco nos desafios e benefícios dessa prática. Utilizando uma metodologia de revisão sistemática da literatura de natureza qualitativa, foram identificados alguns dos principais desafios enfrentados pelos professores e alunos envolvidos na inclusão de estudantes com TEA, tais como a falta de formação específica e recursos especializados para lidar com as necessidades educacionais desses alunos, bem como a necessidade de tornar o ambiente escolar mais acessível e acolhedor. Apesar desses desafios, a inclusão de estudantes com TEA na Educação Básica apresenta diversos benefícios, incluindo a promoção da igualdade de oportunidades educacionais, a melhoria do desempenho acadêmico desses alunos e a valorização da diversidade e do respeito às diferenças. Além disso, a inclusão escolar contribui para a integração social e para a construção de uma sociedade mais justa e inclusiva. Diante disso, é importante que políticas públicas e investimentos em formação para apoiar a inclusão de estudantes com TEA na Educação Básica. Dessa forma, será possível enfrentar os desafios envolvidos nesse processo e promover uma educação inclusiva e de qualidade para todos os alunos, independentemente de suas características individuais.
Analysis Push-Pull Mooring Factors on Switching Intention Banking Customers
Authors: Prasetya Agung Nugraha Alfath , Syafaruddin Afriapollo
Published: August 2023

This study aims to determine the intention of conventional banking customers to switch to digital banking. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship between dependent switching intention, with independent variables of service quality, information seeking behavior, alternative attractiveness, and individualism level as moderation variables. This research uses the big theory approach of Push-Pull Mooring. Then this research methodology uses a quantitative approach through survey methods. Data processing using the Partial Least Square (PLS) method. The results of this study show that push variables (service quality, and information seeking behavior) have a significant influence on the switching intention, and pull variables (alternative attractiveness) have a significant influence on the switching intention, then mooring variables (individualism level) can moderate service quality variables, and alternative attractiveness, while information search behavior variables cannot be moderated, then moderation variables have an effect significant to the switching intention.
Key Opportunities of E-learning during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study in One Cambodian High School
Authors: Sey Kassy
Published: August 2023

This case study was to investigate the key opportunities of e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic in one Cambodian high school. A qualitative method was used in this study. There were three high school students participating in the interview process. Purposive sampling was employed. Findings highlighted that students faced many problems during their online classes. However, COVID-19 also provided good opportunities for them such as acquiring new knowledge, get used to online activities that they did not have experienced before, improve self-responsibility and flexibility, and become independent learners; moreover, the result of this study suggested that e-learning also helped the students to save their time, gas and money. They did not have to drive to school; students and teachers stayed home and used the internet wherever it worked. Further study should be conducted in higher education related to e-learning opportunities, and more people should participate in the study.
Pesan Dakwah dan Toleransi pada Serial Indonesia Rumah Bersama dalam Channel Jeda Nulis
Authors: Nataniel Riki , Kustiawan Winda , Bahri Andini Nur
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study is to find out what da'wah messages are contained in the content of the Indonesia Rumah Bersama series and to find out the message of tolerance that is dominant in the Indonesian Rumah Bersama series by Habib Ja'far. The method used in this study is a qualitative research method by analyzing da'wah messages that contain tolerance in the content of the Indonesia Rumah Bersama series by Habib Ja'far which is in accordance with this research and with the coding sheet technique. Then. The technique in analyzing the data used is descriptive analysis which describes in detail the problems. The results of the research found are: Da'wah messages in the nine Indonesian video series Rumah Bersama by Habib Ja'far are beliefs including the purpose of worship, the key to heaven, the importance of religion in life, about divinity, and the urgency of literacy. Messages of preaching morals include controlling lust, guarding the mouth and hands, the best human being is that which is beneficial to other humans, cleansing oneself from all dirt and manners before going to bed. And the message of sharia da'wah includes setting one syawal, the essence of Eid al-Fitr, the essence of Eid al-Fitr, working is worship, consuming good food, following the times and orders to preach. The contents of the messages of tolerance in the nine Indonesian video series The joint house by Habib Ja'far based on Abdullah Hadziq's theory are acknowledging the rights of others, respecting the beliefs of others, agreeing in disagreement, and understanding each other.
The Clinical Characteristics and Prognosis of Exon 2 Mutations in Familial Mediterranean Fever
Authors: Avcı Begüm , Parmaksız Gönül , Şahin Feride , Noyan Aytül
Published: August 2023

Objective: It is unclear whether exon 2 mutations are variations or a mutations that causes the disease. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical features and prognosis exon 2 mutations in Familial Mediterranean Fever.
Methods: The clinical features, disease severity and prognosis of all patients with at least one exon 2 mutations were evaluated retrospectively. These data were compared seperately for homozygous (Group 1), heterozygous (Group 2), compound heterozygous (Group 3), and complex alleles (Group 4), and the data were compared by grouping patients into those with and without exon 10 mutations.
Results: There were a total of 119 patients with exon 2 mutations, including 11.7% in Group 1, 36.1% in Group 2, 21.8% in Group 3, and 30.2% in Group 4 were similar in terms of demographic data, clinical characteristics, and disease course. When compared patients with exon 10 mutations (+) to those with exon 10 mutations (-), the exon 10 mutations (+) group had a higher presence of chest pain (100%, p=0.02) and a significantly higher mean Pras severity score (6.66±1.87, 6.01±1.40; p=0.02). Additionally, a higher number of patients with exon 10 mutation (-) achieved remission with treatment (76 (67.9%), 36 (32.1%); p=0.03).
Conclusion: Exon 2 mutations have a milder course and higher remission rates but they should be considered as Familial Mediterranean Fever disease because of their similar clinical presentation and response to colchicine treatment with exon 10 mutations. Early treatment and close follow-up should be performed.
Gendered Narratives of Ageing in Britain since 1900
Authors: Thane Pat
Published: August 2023

There are multiple, sometimes conflicting narratives of ageing. This article surveys those influential in British culture since c. 1900. There is a particular focus upon gender which is often overlooked in common narratives, especially the fact that women have long outlived men, on average, and are still the majority of people defined as ‘old’. This large age group, aged from their 60s to past 100, is subject to much stereotyping and generalisation, for example that they are all dependent ‘burdens’ upon younger people, and that they are incapable of learning new skills. This article challenges these generalisations by stressing the great diversity of the age group including between rich and poor, fit and frail, and highlighting their contributions to society and the economy through paid work, unpaid volunteering, care for aged and younger relatives including grandchildren and financial support for younger people.
Reflections on the Intersectionality of Gender and Ageing in the Middle East
Authors: Hussein Shereen
Published: August 2023

he Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has been traditionally characterised by young population demographics but is currently experiencing fast transitions into ageing societies. The region has strong narratives of respect and high regard towards the elderly that are embedded in cultural norms. However, such narratives appear to have limited practical applications as they contradict the experiences of older people. The experiences of older women and men are likely to be impacted by existing gender differentials across the life course including marriage patterns, societal expectations and access to opportunities. The COVID-19 pandemic and associated infection control restrictions have impacted the lives of older people globally, including in the Middle East. In this article, I reflect on the intersectionality of gender and ageing perception in the MENA region, drawing on qualitative data collected as part of the Middle East and North Africa Research on Ageing Healthy (MENARAH) Network between 2020 and 2022.
Older Women Rock!
Authors: Thorn Leah
Published: August 2023

In this article artist/activist Leah Thorn shares the processes and rationale underpinning ‘Older Women Rock!’, a project creating pop-up political art spaces to raise awareness and explore issues facing early-old-age women in their 60s and 70s. Through poetry, performance, retro clothes, film, consciousness-raising and listening skills, ‘Older Women Rock!’ celebrates older women, unites them across differences, challenges their invisibility and subverts society’s assumptions and prejudices about them. The project arose out of a 10-month Leverhulme Trust artist residency undertaken by Leah in 2015 at the Kent Academic Primary Care Unit, University of Kent, and the England Centre for Practice Development, Canterbury Christ Church University. The project was developed in 2017 through a Fellowship at Keele University Institute of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Interview with Caroline Abrahams, Charity Director, Age UK
Authors: Abrahams Caroline , Adiseshiah Siân , Culley Amy , Shears Jonathon
Published: August 2023

Caroline Abrahams is the Charity Director of Age UK, Britain’s leading charity focused on improving experiences of later life. The interview – conducted by Siân Adiseshiah, Amy Culley and Jonathon Shears – took place on Microsoft Teams on 10 June 2022. The conversation ranges across such issues pertaining to the focus of the special issue as age as a protected characteristic; ageism as a widespread experience; the importance of language and terminology; the place of narrative in the work of Age UK; the intersection of old age with gender as well as race, class and sexuality; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on older people; pensions and the gender pay gap; the suspension of the Triple Lock; and intergenerational relations.
Tillverkning av medeltida ugnskakel i Stockholm och Uppsala – Ett meddelande om fynd från undersökningarna vid Slussen
Authors: Tonemar Philip
Published: August 2023

As early as the late Middle Ages, the tiled stove was used as a source of heating, albeit only in the most prestigioussettings. Late medieval stove tiles have been found in very few places in Stockholm and mainly in high-status environments. The recent excavations at Slussen have uncoveredseveral new finds of medieval stove tiles.During the 15th century, exclusive tiles of the same type was produced in Central Europe. However, 19th century finds of matrices, indicate that there may have been a domestic production of exclusive tiles as early as the end of the 15th century. The earliest written record of a potter in Stockholm dates to 1479, and thus a local production of stove tiles is probable as well.However, whether the late medieval tiles were imported or made locally from imported matrices has not yet been established. A recent ICP-analysis of the clay in medieval stove tiles found at Slussen has now ascertained their provenance to both Stockholm andUppsala. The results can further contribute to the discussion on trade and crafts exchange in Hanseatic Europe.
”Bara spik” – Potentialen hos arkeologiska fynd av byggnadsjärn
Authors: Qviström Linda , Hallgren Mattias , Lind Jensen Jokum , Karlsson Catarina , Sjöholm Magnus , Tagesson Göran
Published: August 2023

Although finds of nailsand fittings are common from urban, early modern archaeological sites, they are rarelyused in the interpretations of the excavated buildings. These finds are often poorly do-cumented and they seldom get preserved once the excavation report is completed. Thismeans that the finds in many cases cannot be used in future research projects.In this article, we discuss the potential of these types of artefacts in research on earlymodern buildings and house construction. We furthermore discuss what would be requi-red in the handling of the material in order for it to be used as a general resource.
Testemunho, sofrimento e subjetividade nos escritos de Renato Russo
Authors: Calado Camila , Said Gustavo , Alves Thiago Meneses
Published: August 2023

O artigo busca analisar os testemunhos de sofrimento de Renato Russo no livro Só Por Hoje e Para Sempre – diário do recomeço, escrito numa clínica de reabilitação para dependentes químicos. Busca-se compreender os principais temas, sentimentos e figuras subjetivas mobilizados por Renato Russo nos relatos de si, bem como os diálogos e distanciamentos entre o olhar de artista sobre si e o olhar do outro sobre ele. Com base na análise de conteúdo categorial (BARDIN, 2010), os relatos de si foram agrupados nas seguintes categorias: a) testemunho e partilha da dor, b) testemunho de celebridade, c) testemunho, vítima e agressor e d) testemunho de superação. Os relatos fornecem importantes pistas para pensar a subjetividade contemporânea.
Reaproximação diplomática entre EUA e Cuba na perspectiva da teleSur
Authors: Almeida Domingos Alves de , Shuen Li-Chang
Published: August 2023

Analisamos a cobertura da teleSUR sobre a reaproximação diplomática entre Estados Unidos e Cuba em 2016, através de 17 reportagens veiculadas que cobrem desde a preparação da visita de Barack Obama até suas repercussões. A análise da cobertura foi feita de acordo com o figurino da Análise de Discurso de orientação francesa. A dinâmica de atuação entre os dois países é revista a partir da teoria dos jogos de dois níveis, de Putnan (2010). Concluímos que a emissora estabeleceu estratégias jornalístico-discursivas para tratar a visita de Obama como uma vitória da revolução cubana e um fracasso das medidas restritivas do embargo norte-americano. E que, na condução direta da política diplomática que levou à reaproximação entre Cuba e Estados Unidos, além da participação de atores externos, a figura do executivo desses países prevalece, com Obama e Castro.
KONSELING KELOMPOK DENGAN TEKNIK BIBLIOTERAPI UNTUK MENGURANGI KECANDUAN GAME ONLINE PADA ANAK: SEBUAH KAJIAN LITERATUR [GROUP COUNSELING WITH BIBLIOTHERAPY TECHNIQUES TO REDUCE ONLINE GAME ADDICTION IN CHILDREN: A LITERATURE REVIEW]
Authors: Rizai Muhammad
Published: August 2023

This study was conducted with the aim of describing the stages of group counseling with bibliotherapy techniques as an effort to reduce online game addiction behavior in children. The method of data collection is done by conducting a literature study on scientific journals and books that are relevant to the research topic. The result is that there are 4 stages in conducting group counseling with bibliotherapy techniques, namely the formation stage, the transition stage, the activity implementation stage and the termination stage. The bibliotherapy technique is used at the implementation stage of the activity.
Is the closed fishing season policy effective in curbing catch declines?
Authors: Macusi Edison
Published: August 2023

The closed fishing season policy is annually imposed in Davao Gulf to allow the fish stocks to recover and address the declining fish catch. Whether the closed season is effective in reducing catch and effort however, is still not determined. An assessment on the closed fishing season included survey and focus groups in Governor Generoso, Lupon, Davao City, Sta. Maria, Don Marcelino and Malita, as well as catch assessments using data from Philippine Statistics Office (PhilStat), and GPS tracking of willing small-scale fishers. A survey and an in-depth interview was also conducted to determined impacts on the fisheries market chain. Results of the study show that multiple factors contributed to the successful implementation of the closed fishing season in the Davao Gulf. Catch data analyses show that small scale fish catches have increased (municipal fishers) compared to commercial fish catches. Together the results show that the closed fishing season was effective in curbing catch declines for the fisheries. Thus, continuing the implementation of the closed season will contribute to the sustainability of fish stocks in the Davao Gulf. However, providing support and temporary jobs to displaced commercial fishers are needed.
Analyzing The Effects Of The Health BPJS Regulation On The Insurance Companies Performance And Efficiency
Authors: Army Syefiki Amalia , Nahda Katiya
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the presence of BPJS Kesehatan regulations on the level of efficiency of insurance companies and to determine the effect of the level of efficiency of insurance companies on company performance in the period 2009 (before the implementation of the BPJS Kesehatan regulations) to 2019 (after the implementation of the BPJS Kesehatan regulations). The method used in this study is the analysis of Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), calculation of Return on Assets (ROA), and calculation of Return on Equity (ROE) by testing 12 insurance company samples. The results showed that the company's efficiency had a significant positive change in the period before compared to after implementing the BPJS Kesehatan regulation. The tests of ROA and ROE showed that the company's performance did not significantly differ before and after implementing the BPJS Kesehatan regulation.
Public Trust, Ethic and Integrity in the Bureaucracy
Authors: Fauzi Ahd , Sukaesih Rita , Sauri Sofyan , Handayani Sri
Published: August 2023

It is critical to comprehend the requirement for a bureaucracy that is ethical, has integrity, and is devoid of corruption, collusion, and nepotism. This research seeks information on how public trust, ethics, and integrity in government exist in society. The technique employed in this study corresponds to descriptive analysis research principles, although in technical execution, this research is designed as an endeavor to interpret information rather than building or testing a hypothesis. According to the findings of this study, trust is extremely crucial for any institution or organization. To create and strengthen public faith in the government, including good will, leaders carry out their mandated tasks, leaders in their organizations follow all applicable rules, and government officials perform better.
Parenting in the Z-Generation Era
Authors: Wahyuni Henny Fitri , Carolina Carolina , Puspita Yenny , Effendi Darwin
Published: August 2023

Parenting or the upbringing of teachers and parents towards children is a fundamental and important thing in human life especially in facing the challenges of the times. Along with the development of the times, human technology is also developing. However technological developments do not only have positive impacts on human life, particularly on youths but also have negative impacts, in this case, the misuse of internet technology. Looking at the many cases of bullying, violence against children, teenage brawls, and cases that show moral degradation in today’s youths certainly make everyone sad, especially parents and teachers. So, this article was written with the aim of describing parenting in an era where internet development was very rapid or an era called the Z generation or internet generation which is expected to be useful for parents and teachers to guide the nation’s next generation in an era of technological or internet development. In this study, the writers used a literature review that was sourced from the results of research that had been carried out, books, which were listed online and in print. The result of this literature study shows the many methods or patterns of parenting currently being developed by parenting experts. But as parents and teachers, of course, we have to choose the most appropriate parenting pattern in accordance with the demands of the times.
A New Paradigm of Post New Normal School-Based Management
Authors: Yulista Helda
Published: August 2023

In light of the new normal era, this study tries to define the new idea of school-based management. Methods of qualitative research were applied in this study. The methods used for data collecting included interviews, documentation, observation, and literature reviews. Analyses of descriptive and qualitative data were used. The administration of more community participation in school activities and school preparation from an IT perspective constitute the new paradigm of school-based management following the advent of the new normal period. Getting the word out about crucial school schedules, programs, learning activities, admissions for new students, and financial management of the school. The completion of IT infrastructure facilities and a rise in teacher IT proficiency are two components of school IT readiness. Efforts to raise the standard of Basic Education can be significantly impacted by community involvement and IT preparedness for the classroom.
The Influence of School’s Culture and Organizational Commitment on Teacher’s Performance in State High Schools
Authors: Hidayatullah Sanul
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of school’s culture and organizational commitment on teacher’s performance in public elementary schools in Tanjung Lubuk subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir district.This study was conducted on teachers in Tanjung Lubuk District, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency. The sample size was taken as many as 43 teachers in Tanjung Lubuk District, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency. The data was carried out by distributing questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale to measure 67 statement items. The analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results show that organizational commitment and school’s culture simultaneously have a significant effect on teacher’s performance. Organizational commitment has a partial and significant effect on teacher’s performance. School’s culture has a partial and significant effect on teacher’s performance.
Unlocking Adaptation Potential: Insights into Ghana’s climate change policies, initiatives and local actions
Authors: Arhin Albert , Tetteh Richard
Published: August 2023

This report presents findings of research on climate change adaptation policies, strategies and local actions in Ghana, West Africa. It highlights locally led adaptation (LLA) strategies, practices and lessons that can inform and guide the implementation of the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and climate actions at the local and national levels.
Coordinating European Human Spaceflight Programmes with UK Space Policy Objectives
Authors:   Hempsell Astronautics Limited, Hempsell Mark
Published: August 2023

With the International Space Station (ISS) coming to the end of its life, the next decade will see significant changes in human spaceflight after a quarter of a century of stasis. America has decided NASA will purchase all its civil Low Earth Orbit (LEO) capability from commercially run space stations. All these companies will be American and as a consequence, foreign participants are in a weaker position than they are with the ISS, which operates under government to government agreements. Europe has to decide whether to accept more American control of its programmes or to create an autonomous capability. Most ESA nations have policies that are driven by prestige motivations and these would be considerably reduced. Also, these nations have decades of investment in a human spacecraft industry which will be at risk in the new post ISS environment. Developing an independent European human infrastructure in LEO is both achievable and probably the best route to meet these national objectives. Although an ESA member, the United Kingdom has different national Space objectives, which emphasise direct economic return; further, it does not have an indigenous industry to protect. However, the future of human spaceflight will have an increasing significant element of economic exploitation, which will be accelerated by the American commercial post-ISS architecture, which the UK cannot ignore. Furthermore, while all ESA members would benefit from an autonomous European capability, there is a potential tension between nations due to differing national policy objectives. Those with prestige objectives just need a working infrastructure that fits a funding corridor, but the British economic objectives will require an economically competitive capability. Keywords: Space Policy, UK Space Programme, Human Spaceflight
Evaluación cualitativa de un proceso de intervención artística con personas migrantes residentes en España, 2022
Authors: Alvarán López Sandra Milena , Hernández Gómez María de los Ángeles
Published: August 2023

El objetivo del estudio fue evaluar la implementación del taller de escritura teatral dramática con un grupo de 8 migrantes residentes en España. El estudio se hizo mediante análisis del discurso. Se evidencia una percepción global positiva, siendo recurrentes los verbos que ponen de manifiesto el goce y el placer procurado por las actividades de dinámicas y trabajo en equipo. Fue recurrente en la percepción de los participantes el deseo de ampliar conocimientos en la técnica de creación de monólogos y mayor trabajo en la creación colectiva. No se evidencia en el análisis del discurso recurrencias en términos de favorecimiento de la autoestima y la empatía, sin embargo, se presentan componentes de la observación que permiten sugerir elementos cercanos. Este estudio es el resultado de la praxis de las autoras como observadoras en el proyecto TransMigrARTS, financiado por el programa de investigación e innovación Horizonte 2020 de la Comisión Europea.