bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Synthesis of Organic Molecules Using Hydrotalcite Based Materials
Authors: Rana Shally , Shaw Ranjay
Published: August 2024

Hydrotalcites (HTs) belong to layer double hydroxide (LDH) structure and
are the anionic clays that contain a double-layered structure similar to brucite [Mg
(OH)2
]. The layering structure allows the intercalation with a variety of anionic species,
oxometallates, and palmitoleates including absorbed water in the interlayer as well as
on the surface. Hydrotalcites (HTs) are the high-performance solid catalysts for the
one-pot synthesis of organic compounds in the industry as well as the laboratory by the
various chemical transformations such as Claisen-Schmid, aldol, Knoevenagel
condensations, and Michael addition, isomerization, and Friedel-Craft alkylation owing
to their surface Lewis base catalyst. This chapter offers an exposition on the diverse
strategies employed for crafting various organic scaffolds by using Hydrotalcites as a
catalyst and their applications within the spheres of biomedical and pharmaceutical
industries.
The Implications of Low Back Pain on Prolonged Lifespan and Future Targeted Care Models to Support the Pursuit of Healthy Longevity
Authors: Dowling Álvaro , Lewandrowski Kai-Uwe
Published: August 2024

The human desire for everlasting youth and well-being has persisted
throughout history. In the modern era, advancements in medicine and the emerging
field of longevity have brought this age-old aspiration closer to realization. The
remarkable increase in global life expectancy from a mere 30 years in 1870 to an
impressive 71 years today, is a monumental healthcare achievement over the past
century and a half. This achievement carries profound implications for the economy,
necessitating a deeper understanding of the aging process and its influence on
economic decision-making. Furthermore, it raises concerns regarding the adjustments
required in behavior and lifestyle to adapt to extended lifespans while maintaining a
high quality of life. The rise in life expectancy has substantial implications for
managing chronic health conditions. Low back pain is nearly ubiquitous, and its global
disease burden, particularly in high-socioeconomic standard countries, is high.
The youth and longevity business has carved out a niche from the traditional healthcare
industry solely concerned with maintaining a high quality of life while managing the
aging process. In this chapter, the authors deliver their perspective on the economic
decision-making patterns of an aging population, the demographic changes associated
with extended lifespans, and the adaptations in retirement planning and utilization of
healthcare systems and social welfare programs. Further, the authors reflect on how
aging spine patients adjust their behaviors and lifestyles to align with the demands of
prolonged lifespans, prompting considerations of the economic consequences of these
adjustments. The pursuit of healthy longevity raises questions about productivity,
workforce participation, and the financial implications of supporting extended retire ment periods. Healthy longevity refers to empowering individuals to lead longer lives
while maintaining optimal physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Achieving
healthy longevity entails making choices that significantly impact long-term health
outcomes. The authors describe how the otherwise healthy low back pain patient over
50 should adopt a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and
stress management, to promote healthy aging while enhancing the quality of life during
extended lifespans.
Ozone and PRP Injections for Symptomatic Lumbar Herniated Disc
Authors: Duchén Rodríguez Luis Miguel , León Jorge Felipe Ramírez , Baspineiro Tania Arancibia , Knoll Stephan , Dowling Álvaro , López William Omar Contreas , Lewandrowski Kai-Uwe
Published: August 2024

Low back pain from arthritic lumbar facet joints and painful degenerative
lumbar discs is widespread and one of the world's most disabling diseases, consuming
significant health care resources. In this chapter, the authors report using autologous
platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and ozone spinal injections into arthritic lumbar facet joints
and painful lumbar degenerative discs to treat inflammatory pain. A prospective
observational cohort study from January 2016 to March 2020 was performed at an
outpatient clinic of a single academic medical center to assess these injections' safety
and therapeutic effectiveness in conjunction with epidural transforaminal epidural
steroid injections. Results indicated functional improvements measured by Oswestry
Disability Index (ODI) and modified MacNab criteria and pain measured by visual
analog scale leg pain (VAS) at rest and during flexion. Although our study was limited
in scope, and by the observational nature of our research and the lack of randomized and double-blinding, our work suggests that rapid pain reduction and functional gains
may materialize in patients with low back pain due to herniated disc after spinal
injections with ozone and activated PRP.
Gamification in the acquisition of vocabulary in the English Language in upper secondary education students of a rural school
Authors: Intriago-Cobeña María Cristina , Reyes-Ávila Roxana Margarita , Kaicer-Pinargote Angela Maria , Bazurto-Alcívar Silvia Nancy , Chavarría-Mendoza Luis Alfredo
Published: August 2024

The research was carried out in a rural public school in Manabí. The objective was to analyze gamification in the acquisition of English language vocabulary in high school students because Education is currently in constant evolution to obtain significant changes and processes to improve teaching and learning. The use of new active methodologies such as gamification allows increasing levels of pedagogical effectiveness along with the quality of learning in the educational environment. The research focuses on a qualitative and quantitative approach. The instruments used are the interview, classroom observation, the pre-test and the post-test for vocabulary evaluation. The results were that gamification contributes positively to the vocabulary acquisition process in the participants of this research.
Analisis Pertimbangan Hakim Praperadilan Putusan 33/Pid.Prap/2020/PN.JKT.SEL Tentang Penetapan Tersangka Tidak Sah dalam Keadilan Kepastian Hukum
Authors: Uli Genesia Ivana , Djatmika Prija , Harjati Eny
Published: August 2024

Law must live in society, serving more than a guideline or a clue giving guidance to dormant activities in society. Therefore, pretrial exists as a means of control. Pretrial in Indonesia is basically regulated in Articles 77 to Article 83 of the Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 8 of 1981 concerning the Criminal Procedure Code, where the object of pretrial was expanded by Constitutional Court Decision Number 21/PUU-XII/2014. There is an interesting thing in the decision of the South Jakarta District Court judge who examined and adjudicated the pretrial case in the South Jakarta District Court decision Number 33/Pid.Prap/2020/PN.Jkt.Sel.. This research was carried out in a normative juridical manner, using a statue approach and case approach. This research aims to analyze legal regulations and protection regarding pretrial in Indonesia, and to analyze the judge's considerations in the pretrial decision of the South Jakarta District Court Number 33/Pid.Prap/2020/PN.Jkt.Sel.. The results of this research show that the judge's considerations in South Jakarta District Court decision Number 33/Pid.Prap/2020/PN.Jkt.Sel. does not contain the aim of the law itself, in this case, justice and legal certainty, this is due to limited pretrial regulations.
Penyidikan Tindak Pidana Pelecehan Seksual Pada Ruang Publik (Street Harassment) Di Polda Jakarta
Authors: Putri Annisa Aulia , Sulistio Faizin , Farikhah Mufatikhatul
Published: August 2024

The cases of street harassment are increasing with women as victims, causing humiliation and traumatic conditions. Public places such as commuter lines are the common places where street harassment often happens. Departing from this issue, this research seeks to investigate the mechanism of the enquiry into street harassment cases in the Regional Police Department of Jakarta Raya and the impeding factors faced by the police and the commuter line company regarding street harassment in the commuter line. Combining doctrinal and empirical research methods, this research has found that the enquiry following the report made on the case involves report submission, investigation, witness investigation, deciding the defendant, evidence collection, and filing. The commuter line company has received reports, conducted coordination with the police department, and transferred the perpetrator to the police when the victim wishes to proceed with the report. However, the police department has been facing issues in discovering information from the victim due to stigma. Another issue faced by the commuter line company is that most victims choose not to proceed with the report and prefer posting the problems on social media, and this trend seems to present another problem for the authorities concerned. The Regional Police Department of Jakarta Raya has taken preventive and repressive actions by giving further introduction and strict measures against the perpetrators. Departing from this issue, the commuter company initiated to provide special train cars for women and a 5D method.
Development, Feasibility, and Acceptability of the Electronic Patient Benefit Index for Psoriasis in Clinical Practice: Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Otten Marina , Djamei Vahid , Augustin Matthias
Published: August 2024

Background

Patient-reported outcomes are relevant in clinical practice showing patient benefits, supporting clinicians’ decision-making, and contributing to the delivery of high standards of care. Digital monitoring of patient-reported outcomes is still rare. The Patient Benefit Index (PBI) measures benefits and goals from patients’ views and may be relevant for regular documentation and shared decision-making.

Objective

This study aimed to develop electronic versions of the PBI to examine their feasibility and acceptability in clinical practice for patients with psoriasis.

Methods

We developed an app and a web version of the existing, valid PBI using focus groups and cognitive debriefings with patients before conducting a quantitative survey on its feasibility and acceptability. Conduction took part in an outpatient dermatology care unit in Germany. Descriptive and subgroup analyses were conducted.

Results

A total of 139 patients completed the electronic PBIs (ePBIs) and took part in the survey. The ePBI was understandable (n=129-137, 92.8%-98.6%) and feasible, for example, easy to read (n=135, 97.1%) and simple to handle (n=137, 98.5%). Acceptability was also high, for example, patients can imagine using and discussing the ePBI data in practice (n=91, 65.5%) and documenting it regularly (n=88, 63.3%). They believe it could support treatment decisions (n=118, 84.9%) and improve communication with their physician (n=112, 81.3%). They can imagine filling in electronic questionnaires regularly (n=118, 84.9%), even preferring electronic over paper versions (n=113, 81.2%). Older and less educated people show less feasibility, but the latter expected the relationship with their physician to improve and would be more willing to invest time or effort.

Conclusions

The app and web version of the PBI are usable and acceptable for patients offering comprehensive documentation and patient participation in practice. An implementation strategy should consider patients’ needs, barriers, and facilitators but also physicians’ attitudes and requirements from the health care system.
Airline Choice Decision for Jakarta-Denpasar Route During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Setiawan Christoforine Agatha , Belgiawan Prawira Fajarindra , Dharmowijoyo Dimas Bayu Endrayana
Published: August 2024

As one of the most popular destinations in Indonesia, Bali has experienced growth in its domestic passenger arrivals over the last few years. Travel restrictions during COVID-19 have reduced airline passenger numbers on the Jakarta-Denpasar route. The travel restriction has loosened, and the economy is starting to recover in January 2022. However, the number of domestic passengers arriving in Denpasar has not returned to its former state. This research aims to understand the influential factors in the airline decision-making of domestic passengers on the Jakarta-Denpasar route. We started the research with an exploratory study to find the influential factors in which we obtained five attributes. The attributes include airfare, flight schedule, transit number, travel time, and HEPA filter. We conducted a stated choice experiment with five alternatives: Foreign private LCC, Private FSC, Private LCC, Flag LCC, and Flag FSC. The questionnaire was designed with a D-efficient design. We obtained 256 respondents, and there are 2048 observations for the Mixed Multinomial Logit Model estimation. From the estimation, we found that airfare, number of transits, travel time, and HEPA filter are all significant with expected signs. We also found that the flight schedule is not significant. Several socio-demographic variables, such as Gender, Age (except for Flag FSC), and income (also except for Flag FSC), are insignificant in airline choice decisions. We also presented the calculation of elasticity as well as the willingness to pay. Further, we propose that all airlines increase their direct flights for the Jakarta-Denpasar route since respondents prefer less transit. As people are more concerned about public transport’s hygiene, stating that HEPA filters’ availability in airline promotion is also recommended to gain more trust. Finally, our paper offers recommendations for airlines to improve their services and passenger satisfaction after the pandemic recovery period.
A Study on Text Cohesion in Senior High Students’ Continuation Writing Based on Coh-Metrix
Authors: Huang Ting
Published: August 2024

Continuation writing is a new type of writing task introduced in the Chinese college entrance examination reform. Text cohesion is essential for a well-written continuation. Cohesion in a text can be explicit, involving language-level textual cohesion, or implicit, involving semantic-level meaning continuity. This study uses the text analysis software Coh-Metrix to analyze the cohesion in high school students’ English continuation writing. It explores the features of coherence in these writings from both the explicit language usage and the implicit semantic continuity, and the differences between the high-scoring group and the low-scoring group, aiming to provide effective teaching suggestions and references for English teachers.
Разработка функциональной модели рабочего процесса преобразователя температуры точки росы
Authors: Михин С.О. , Кошкур О.Н. , Ганжа В.А.
Published: August 2024

Описан процесс формирования функциональной модели работы преобразователя, предназначенного для измерения температуры точки росы по воде в природном газе в диапазоне от 20 до –60 °C. В ней определены блоки и подсистемы функциональной модели, обеспечивающие сбор и обработку данных, хранение и распределение данных в постоянном запоминающем устройстве электронной платы, а также формирование градуировочной таблицы и преобразование искомого значения в выходной электрический сигнал постоянного тока. Подготовлена теоретическая (виртуальная) модель для дальнейшей работы по реализации концепции преобразователя температуры точки росы на отечественной элементной базе.
Enhanced Cooling of VLSI Circuits Using Heat Sinks Nanofluids
Authors: Konadababu Animireddy
Published: August 2024

Abstract: Electronic devices and chips are an integral part of the technological development in all sectors and are helpful to accelerate their growth. Due to the continuous miniaturization and developments of design of VLSI Chip (Very Large-Scale Integration), the amount of heat generation is increasing per unit volume. The increase in thermal issues due to some of the few major reasons such as high electro migration and increasing the junction temperature caused by higher performance, current flow, and compact size. This increased temperature in the electronic chip also affects the other electronic components on its neighbor. This leads to failure in the electronic devices. Consequently, poor reliability significantly reduced lifetime of the semiconductor as well as increased power consumption. Therefore, it has become inevitable to develop efficient heat sinks and heat transfer fluids capable of higher thermal conductivity and heat transfer so as to increase the processing speed of the electronic devices and VLSI Chip.In this work, the new design structure and cooling methods have been proposed based on the few research gaps as mentioned. Three different structure of channel heat sink are designed and analyzed by using CATIA v5, and commercial CFD software (ANSYS FLUENT version12) respectively. The Single-channel heatsink with ordinary water, Al2O3/water as coolants in the Single-channel heat sink at different volume concentration (0.25%, 0.50% and 0.75%)
Psychological impact of adverse childhood experiences and ostracism on depression among Malaysian youth
Authors: Rehman Shabina , Rehman Asad Ur , Yousuff Nazirah Yasmin Binti Mohamed , Zayed Muhammad Az-Zuhri bin , Dullet Gurbir
Published: August 2024

This study aimed to examine the relationship between adverse childhood experiences, ostracism and depression among young adults in Shah Alam, Malaysia. This research was made to contribute a clearer understanding of the prevalence of depression amongst young adults. The study used a quantitative, cross-sectional research design with non-probability sampling and the data was analyzed using structural equation modelling (SEM). Two hundred fifty respondents aged 18 - 29 from Shah Alam, Malaysia, participated. The Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale - 21 Items (DASS-21), Adverse Childhood Experiences Questionnaire and Ostracism Experiences Scale (OES) were used in this study. Results have shown that there is a significant relationship between adverse childhood experiences, ostracism, and depression among young adults.  Direct effects were assessed in a structural model. Adverse childhood experiences and ostracism both have significant effects on depression. Adverse childhood experiences positively affect depression (β = 0.423, p < 0.001), while ostracism also has an adverse effect on depression (β = 0.534, p < 0.001). In conclusion, these findings contribute to the knowledge that early life traumatic events and ignorance can influence a young adult psychologically.
The mediating role of emotional competence in the association between self-esteem and cyberbullying victimization among adolescents
Authors: Mauludi Muhammad Irsyad , Fasikhah Siti Suminarti
Published: August 2024

The transition phase experienced by adolescents is certainly not always smooth and it is common to experience bullying. With the development of technology, bullying that was originally only in schools and neighborhoods has become in cyberspace or can be called cyberbullying. someone can become a victim of cyberbullying because they have low self-esteem. Emotional competence, which includes the ability to recognize, respond, and manage one's own and others' emotions, is a key factor in overcoming the negative impact of cyberbullying and improving adolescents' self-esteem. This study aims to examine the important role of emotional competence as a mediator between self-esteem and cyberbullying victimization in adolescents. In this study, a sample of 115 adolescents who had experienced cyberbullying was involved. A significant indirect effect (-0.1022) of emotional competence was found through data analysis using mediation tests. The findings of this study provide strong evidence that adolescents with high self-esteem and good emotional competence are likely to experience lower impact when victimized by cyberbullying. The results of this study provide a deeper understanding of the importance of developing emotional competence in protecting adolescents from the risks and negative impacts of cyberbullying. Emotional competence can be learned by attending some training such as emotion regulation training, emotion identification, and others that are related to emotional competence. Self-esteem training also can be an option for adolescents to learn and increase the skill of emotional competence.
Religiosity and mental health stigma among adults in Malaysia
Authors: Arif Nur Syafiqa Mohd , Olagoke Salami Mutiu
Published: August 2024

This study explored religiosity's impact on mental health stigma among 451 adults of various religions in Malaysia using quantitative methods. Participants, including Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus, and Christians, completed the Centrality of Religiosity and Perceived Devaluation-Discrimination scales via an online Google form. Findings indicated high religiosity and moderate mental health stigma levels overall. Pearson correlations showed no significant relationship between religiosity and stigma across all groups. However, Buddhists demonstrated a small to moderate correlation (r = 0.27, p < 0.05) between Public Practice of religiosity and stigma, while Hindus showed a similar effect (r = 0.24, p < 0.05) with Experience of religiosity. One-way ANOVA revealed no stigma differences between religious groups. Addressing mental health stigma is crucial, given its impact on help-seeking behaviors. Future research should focus on fostering inclusive attitudes towards mental illness while respecting religious beliefs.
The role of work-family conflict in mediating the influence of social support on the psychological well-being of career women
Authors: Rabbani Daffa , Yuniardi Muhamad Salis
Published: August 2024

As time progresses, the participation of women in the workforce is no longer considered taboo. Psychological well-being has become a focal point for experts due to its crucial role for career women. However, achieving it poses a challenge, especially for those with dual roles as employees and spouses/mothers. Efforts to enhance psychological well-being can be achieved through good social support. This research explores the role of work-family conflict as a mediator in the influence of social support on the psychological well-being of career women. The study employed a quantitative cross-sectional approach with purposive sampling techniques. The subjects consisted of 248 permanent female employees with families, and they were measured using the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support, Work-Family Conflict Scale, and Psychological Well-Being Scale. Furthermore, mediation analysis was conducted using Hayes's PROCESS model 4. The results indicate that social support has a direct and indirect impact on psychological well-being (β =1.27; LLCI = 1.16; ULCI = 1.39) and also influences it indirectly through work-family conflict (β = 0.35; LLCI = 0.18; ULCI = 0.48). The findings emphasize the role of environmental support in the psychological well-being of career women.
The Influence Analysis on Learning Satisfaction and Attitude of Online Project-Based Learning(PjBL) to the Next Generation Gifted Entrepreneurs' Competency and Career Development Competency for Entrepreneurship Education
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, BAEK MINJUNG , SUNG EUNMO
Published: August 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of an online Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model for fostering entrepreneurship in the context of COVID-19. To achieve this, an educational program based on the PjBL model was implemented, and an analysis of its learning outcomes was conducted.
Methods For this research, 117 middle and high school talented students participated in the online Project-Based Learning (PjBL) program for fostering entrepreneurship, conducted by Center for creative entrepreneur. To evaluate the effectiveness of online PjBL, Learner satisfaction and attitudes towards the program were analyzed. Additionally, its impact on the key competencies essential for young entrepreneurs and career development competencies was examined.
Results The results indicated a high level of satisfaction with online PjBL for entrepreneurship, with a satisfaction rating of 4.44 out of 5.00 (SD=0.61), representing an 88% satisfaction level. Learner attitudes were rated at 3.90, corresponding to a 78% level of satisfaction. Furthermore, the analysis revealed a positive and significant relationship between satisfaction and attitudes towards online PjBL and the development of key competencies for young entrepreneurs and career advancement.
Conclusions Based on these research findings, several implications for enhancing the effectiveness of online Project-Based Learning in the context of entrepreneurial spirit and entrepreneurship education were discussed, and recommendations for future research were provided.
Influences of knowledge and confidence on performance ability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation among new nurses
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kang U Ju , Park Hye-Ja
Published: August 2024

Objectives This study determines the influences of knowledge and confidence on the performance ability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPCR) among new nurses.
Methods In this study correlational study, 144 new nurses completed questionnaires of a CPCR knowledge, a CPCR confidence, and a performance ability of CPCR. Data were analyzed by Spearman correlation coefficients, and hierarchical multiple regression.
Results CPCR knowledge positively correlated with CPCR confidence and performance ability of CPCR (r=.28, p=.001; r=.26, p=.002). CPCR confidence positively with performance ability of CPCR (r=.82, p<.001). Higher CPCR confidence affected higher performance ability of CPCR explained 50.5% of variance after adjusting covariates of sex, working units, and satisfaction with in-service education.
Conclusions The results suggest that a nursing program to enhance CPCR confidence and performance ability of CPCR could be developed as an effective strategy for qualified new nurses and patients safety.
An Autoethnography on a Counselor's Healing Experience Through Self-Reflection
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee HeeSook , Yang JiWoong
Published: August 2024

Objectives The purpose of my story is to examine a counselor's experience of self-reflection on the wounds he suffered and the process of change and growth that occurred as a result.
Methods Autoethnography was applied to explore the counselor's experience as a wounded healer. I described a healing experience triggered by a change in perspective brought about through self-reflection. To do this, I analyzed and described memory datas, recall datas, interview datas, and so on.
Results As a wounded healer, I grew up with internalized experiences of rejection of being and feelings. Through reflection on these experiences, I have developed an accepting attitude toward my being and feelings, which gave me a more flexible perspective on my life.
Conclusions My story is meaningful in that it is a counseling example that shows how an individual and counselor, as a wounded healer, changes through self-reflection.
The Effectiveness of an Anxiety Regulation Group Program Based on Acceptance and Commitment Theory
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee Seung Ho , Kim Bin Na , Kim Gyu Yeon
Published: August 2024

Objectives This study aimed to investigate whether an anxiety management group counseling program developed based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) leads to a significant reduction in experiential avoidance, cognitive defusion, and mindfulness, ultimately resulting in a decrease in state anxiety among university students.
Methods A total of 26 university students (undergraduates and graduates) in Seoul, Korea, comprising 13 participants in the experimental group and 13 in the control group, were enrolled in the anxiety management group counseling program. Pre- and post-intervention scores for experiential avoidance, decentering, mindfulness, and state anxiety were obtained, and analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) was conducted using pre-intervention scores as covariates.
Results The results of the ANCOVA comparing post-intervention scores between the two groups to verify the program's effectiveness are as follows: Firstly, the anxiety management group counseling program significantly increased participants' state anxiety. Secondly, the program significantly increased decentering and decreased experiential avoidance but did not significantly impact mindfulness.
Conclusions The anxiety management group counseling program developed in this study showed immediate significant effects on decentering (cognitive de-fusion) and experiential avoidance, indicating the need for long-term intervention or follow-up assessments to achieve significant increases in mindfulness and decreases in state anxiety.
Study on University Curriculum Organization and the Operation Plan for Introducing an Autonomous Major Selection System
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Choi Hwa-sook , Park Ji-hoe
Published: August 2024

Objectives This study aimed to analyze the current status of domestic four-year universities with an autonomous major selection system and to derive a plan for organizing and managing the university curriculum.
Methods In order to achieve this purpose, out of the 71 schools implementing autonomous major departments, 36 four-year universities were selected for analysis, excluding those with departmental redundancy, industrial universities, and junior colleges. Prior research and policies were also reviewed and an analysis framework was derived in four areas: department educational goals, curriculum organization, operation and support, and other relevant factors.
Results The university curriculum organization plan following the introduction of the major autonomous selection system includes: 1) setting department educational goals linked to the university's core competencies, 2) organizing the university curriculum consistent with the educational goals of autonomous major departments, 3) presenting a flexible curriculum organization according to the degree of autonomy of the department, 4) ensuring a balanced organization of the university curriculum, and 5) creating a roadmap for completing the major curriculum of autonomous departments. The operation plan includes: 1) emphasizing the learner's right to decide their own major, 2) changing the role of the instructor to support the learner's learning design, 3) creating a support organization and human resources tailored to the learner, 4) providing information and establishing guidelines for learners to select a major, and 5) operating a continuous quality management system.
Conclusions As a result of this research, it was concluded that the university curriculum of the major autonomy department should be based on the learner's autonomy in choosing their major. It should be consistent with the educational goals and objectives linked to core competencies, and should ensure a flexible and balanced major autonomy. Additionally, it is necessary to organize and operate a roadmap for completing the major curriculum of the department.
Analisis Aktivitas Konten Pemasaran terhadap Customer Online Engagement (Studi Kasus: Postingan Instagram PT Riset Perkebunan Nusantara (@rpn.id) Tahun 2020-2023)
Authors: Lumbanraja Pretty Luci , Penny Charity Lumbanraja
Published: August 2024

Pemasaran produk, jasa dan teknologi yang baik dapat meningkatkan nilai penjualan dalam suatu perusahaan yang bergerak di sub sektor perkebunan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis aktivitas konten pemasaran terhadap customer online engagement. Penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif ini dengan mengumpulkan data sekunder dari postingan instagram @rpn.id selama tahun 2020-2023. Pengambilan sampel dengan metode sensus atas 825 posting dengan teknik analisis data secara deskriptif dan inferensial menggunakan IBM SPSS 21. Hasil yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini adalah tidak terdapat perbedaan yang berarti pada hari, bulan dan jenis konten terhadap customer online engagement. Jumlah like/tayangan pelanggan terbanyak pada postingan produk PPKKI. Jumlah komentar pelanggan terbanyak pada postingan produk PPKS. Jenis postingan terbanyak yaitu pada gambar. Jumlah like/tayangan terbanyak pada jenis konten informatif. Dan jumlah komentar terbanyak pada jenis konten informatif juga.
Beware of His Car: Why Are Men More Dangerous than Women Behind the Wheel?
Authors: Belov Mikael , Kazun Anton
Published: August 2024

According to statistics, men in Russia and most countries of the world are significantly more likely to cause road accidents than women. Understanding the reasons for these differences may be important for developing measures to reduce the number of road accidents. In the literature on Russia, the issue of the causes of this gender gap remains understudied. We analyse the magnitude of the gap in the odds of committing a serious crash by drivers of different genders and discuss possible reasons for these differences. For this, we use a dataset of 158,000 published court decisions under Article 264 of the Russian Criminal Code for the period from 2010 to 2022. We show that 91.7% of all cases involve male drivers. But even after accounting for differences in the number of drivers of different genders and the number of kilometers they drive on average, men are 3.25 times more likely to commit crashes resulting in criminal prosecutions. One reason for these differences is driving safety. Men are also more likely to commit aggravated road accidents. In almost a quarter of cases, male drivers were driving drunk, while for women the figure is only 10 percent. Judges in turn are more likely to give men a serious sentence if it is a non-fatal offence; in more serious cases, the gender of the driver is less important. We also found a very strong variation in the odds of causing a serious road accident for men and women between Russian regions, suggesting the influence of cultural and socio-economic differences.
Healthy Lifestyle in Old Age
Authors: Rogozin Dmitry
Published: August 2024

The article is devoted to understanding a healthy lifestyle in old age, significant limitations and differences that arise with age and redefine many basic ideas about health. The article begins by identifying basic ideas about healthy aging, which are questioned and clarified through an analytical analysis of dense interviews (the author’s terminology for qualitative interviews, the closest analogue of which in the Russian-speaking environment is in-depth interviews) with old people. Field work took place in the Republic of Khakassia in three cities: Abakan, Chernogorsk and Abaza. A total of 12 interviews were conducted with older people receiving long-term care services. Based on the received narratives, five conditions accompanying aging were identified: living in illness; accepting limitations; loneliness; support and withdrawal from others; emotional depression. Through a critical understanding of the life world of aging, four signs of a healthy lifestyle in old age are identified: attention to the old man, the need for the old man, the value of aging and the presence of a goal in life for the old man. Modern social policy in Russia is based on only one component of “attention to the elderly” (although other components are also declared by law), through the organization of long-term care, the development and implementation of rehabilitation means, and the creation of an accessible environment. But the most important elements remain the formation of the need for the old man among significant loved ones (relatives and others), joint agreement, the formation of goal-setting in the old man in life and the promotion of the value of aging as such. The article proposes an agenda for further research to more accurately shape domestic policies in the field of aging.
Is the Social Contract a Sacrifice? Georges Bataille and the Critique of Leviathan
Authors: Golubeva Anastasia
Published: August 2024

This article examines the critique of social contract theory in Thomas Hobbes' Leviathan through the lens of Georges Bataille's notion of sacrifice. Bataille and Hobbes share several key motifs, including death, violence and sovereignty. However, they interpret these motifs in different ways. Hobbes rationalises these concepts by introducing the concept of the social contract, whereby individuals relinquish their freedom in exchange for security. For him, the state is a means of protecting people’s lives through rational submission to the social contract. In contrast, Bataille emphasises the role of the irrational and the sacred, viewing them as a means of liberation from the fear of death, the material world and domination. Sacrifice plays a pivotal role in Bataille's philosophy, serving as a conduit to the sacred and a unifying force within communities through shared experiences of loss and sacrifice. Nevertheless, he acknowledges that over time, the significance of sacrifice has increased in terms of utilitarian value, while its intrinsic value as an act of gratuitous giving for the sake of affirming the "fertility of life" has diminished. Hobbes's social contract can be presented in basic terms as the sacrifice of a good for the sake of exchanging it for another good. This is exemplified by the exchange of the right to liberty for protection from the sovereign. For both Hobbes and Bataille, the fear of death is the rationale behind the relinquishment of freedom and the introduction of prohibitions. But Bataille, unlike Hobbes, proposes to build society not on the fear of death, but on overcoming this fear and sovereign rejection - the rejection of both one's freedom and the transfer of it to someone else. Thus, reading Leviathan through Bataille's logic helps to debunk the image of the sovereign as a mortal god and omnipotent protector.
O ENSINO DA TRIGONOMETRIA NA ESCOLARIDADE BÁSICA: UMA ANÁLISE DO CURRÍCULO DO ESTADO DE SÃO PAULO NA ERA PÓS MATEMÁTICA MODERNA
Authors: Pommer Wagner Marcelo , Almeida Júnior Pedro Pereira de
Published: August 2024

Este artigo objetivou verificar ‘como’ e ‘em que medida’ o ensino da Trigonometria foi estruturado nas principais propostas curriculares estaduais de São Paulo pós Movimento da Matemática Moderna. Tomamos como referencial metodológico a análise documental, apontada em Gil (2002). Os documentos averiguados foram a Proposta Curricular para o Estado de São Paulo (São Paulo, 1991;1992) e o Currículo do Estado de São Paulo (São Paulo, 2011). Nestes currículos verificamos que ambos perpassam o estudo do teorema de Tales, o teorema de Pitágoras, as relações métricas no triângulo retângulo, o estudo da lei dos senos e cossenos no triângulo qualquer, o círculo trigonométrico e as funções elementares. Em São Paulo (2011) o currículo se baseou em competências, foram observadas inter-relações dinâmicas entre a Trigonometria com as áreas da Geometria e da Álgebra, houve exploração da contextualização pelo uso da ferramenta inter e intradisciplinar, da interdependência e da ideia da proporcionalidade.
A PRIVATIZAÇÃO DO PARQUE ESTADUAL DO JALAPÃO E SEUS EFEITOS ÀS COMUNIDADES REMANESCENTES DE QUILOMBOS
Authors: Gomes Syllas Franklin Rodrigues , Rocha Suyene Monteiro da
Published: August 2024

A presente pesquisa buscou analisar o processo de privatização do Parque Estadual do Jalapão (PEJ) e seus efeitos às Comunidades Remanescentes de Quilombos, ante seus valores e práticas relacionadas ao ambiente. Dessa forma, foram objetos de estudo a relação das Comunidades Remanescentes de Quilombos incorporadas ao PEJ com o ambiente, tendo por assente o contexto de valoração e reconhecimento desses povos; a lei de criação da APA do Jalapão e do PEJ, sob uma perspectiva socioambiental e, alfim, a Lei n. 3.816/2021 (TO), conhecida por Lei de Privatização do Parque Estadual do Jalapão, visando compreender as afetações e diferentes conjunturas ocasionadas por todo esse processo. Tendo em vista a problemática abordada, fora utilizado na presente pesquisa o método dedutivo, com o emprego da abordagem qualitativa e uso dos procedimentos técnicos da pesquisa bibliográfica e documental. Os resultados da pesquisa evidenciam a relação verticalizada, isto é, de cima para baixo, entre a figura do Estado e as CRQs do PEJ, bem como as violações de direitos e garantias das comunidades quilombolas ao longo dos anos, mas também revelam a importância que as Comunidades Remanescentes de Quilombos possuem para a promoção da sustentabilidade e para o desenvolvimento de toda a sociedade.
O uso de metronidazol em feridas neoplásicas malignas de pacientes sob cuidados paliativos em uma instituição pública no Distrito Federal, Brasil
Authors: Ribeiro Laís Manuela Borges , Silva Junior Diel Gomes da , Martins Alliny do Nascimento , Silva Emília Vitória da , Reis Débora Ferreira
Published: August 2024

Palliative care (PC) is essential for oncology patients, especially those with malignant neoplastic wounds (MNW) that produce unpleasant odor, causing impacts such as vomiting and social isolation. Metronidazole is often used off-label to treat this symptom. This descriptive, cross-sectional study investigated the profile of patients who received metronidazole for odor control in MNW and evaluated the benefits of this treatment. Conducted from January 2018 to December 2022 at a CP reference hospital in the Federal District, with patients admitted to the oncology ward for palliative care, retrospective chart analysis revealed that 87.04% of patients benefited from the medication. Head and neck cancer was the predominant diagnosis among the 30 patients included, 17 of whorm were men (56.67%). The study demonstrates consistent improvements in odor control in MNW with the use of metronidazole, reinforcing its efficacy in this specific clinical context.
Ensino a distância: desafios no uso da plataforma e-learning no ensino superior em Moçambique
Authors: Laina Adriano António , Selemane Agostinho , Teimoso Agostinho Rosário , André Mateus Lourenço
Published: August 2024

O estudo que apresentamos está relacionada as implicações do uso das tecnologias de informação e comunicação, no processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Trata-se de uma pesquisa de abordagem quantitativa, suportada por um estudo bibliográfico. Optamos pela técnica de inquérito dirigido a estudantes das IES´s cuja aprendizagem, é caraterizada pela modalidade à distância com uso da plataforma digital de aprendizagem e-learning. Os dados revelaram que existe nos estudantes fraco domínio das TIC´s, facto que tem contribuído negativamente no uso e manuseio das plataformas digitais de aprendizagem. O estudo mostrou ainda que a extensão territorial da província e a fragilidade sócio-económica das famílias rurais, constituem elementos influenciadores do fraco domínio e do uso das TIC´s. Toda essa matriz de factores tem tido implicações negativas no processo de ensino-aprendizagem centrado nas plataformas digitais. Deste modo, é importante a criação de estratégias didático-pedagógicas, que possam promover nos estudantes, conhecimentos das TIC´s por meio de iniciativas específicos por forma a garantir a qualidade da acção educativa para este modelo de ensino.
Impact of competent board structure on financial performance
Authors: Khan Aqil Waqar , Khan Adil Shahzad
Published: August 2024

Effective corporate governance practices are considered crucial for the success of transforming and developing economies. This research delves into the importance of a competent board structure in improving firm performance and mitigating financial crises. The study employs quantitative research methods, focusing on firm performance measured through return on assets and Tobin’s Q. The independent variable of the study is board competence, with a sample comprising two hundred companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Panel data spanning a decade from 2012 to 2021 is analysed using techniques such as the Hausman test, fixed effect model, and random effect model to test hypotheses. To address multicollinearity and heteroscedasticity, the study incorporates the variance inflation factor (VIF) and the heteroscedasticity test. The findings suggest that an optimal board structure, characterised by competence, enables effective strategy implementation, thereby providing organisations with a competitive edge. Independent directors, devoid of personal affiliations or biases, can exercise impartial judgment and demonstrate competence. While academic qualifications are often prioritised in the selection of board members, they do not always ensure superior performance.
The interplay of internal and external factors on corporate performance during the COVID-19 pandemic: An empirical analysis of US-listed companies
Authors: Askarany Davood , Mao Wenxuan
Published: August 2024

This paper investigates the interplay of internal and external factors on corporate performance during the COVID-19 pandemic, utilising the resource-based view (RBV) and system theory frameworks. The study focuses on US-listed companies and examines financial flexibility, firm size, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) scores, corporate governance, macroeconomic conditions, and industry types. Using data from over 1000 firms obtained from the Eikon Refinitiv database, the analysis covers the pandemic period (2020–2022) and extends to three years prior (2017–2019) to ensure robustness. The research identifies a negative correlation between financial flexibility and corporate performance during the pandemic. Firms with higher cash reserves and lower debt experienced less decline in stock prices and revenue shortfall, indicating the importance of maintaining financial flexibility in times of crisis.
Economic Costs Attributed to Diagnosed Diabetes in Each US State and the District of Columbia, 2021
Authors: A. Khavjou Olga , Sun Minglu , R. D’Angelo Sophia , J. Neuwahl Simon , J. Hoerger Thomas , Cho Pyone , Myers Kristopher , Zhang Ping
Published: August 2024

Objective: To update state-specific estimates of diabetes-attributable costs in the United States and assess changes in spending from 2013 to 2021.

Research Design and Methods: We used an attributable fraction approach to estimate direct medical costs of diagnosed diabetes using the 2021 State Health Expenditure Accounts, the 2021 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ 2018-2019 Minimum Data Set. We estimated diabetes-attributable productivity losses from morbidity and mortality, using the 2016–2021 National Health Interview Survey and the 2021 mortality data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Costs were adjusted to 2021 U.S. dollars.

Results: Total diabetes-attributable costs in 2021 were $640B ($335B in direct medical costs and $305B in indirect costs). The median state-level total diabetes-attributable costs in were $8.2B (range: $842M–$81B). The median state-level per-person cost was $21,082, ranging from $17,452 to $37,090. Total diabetes-attributable costs increased by a median of 33% between 2013 and 2021, ranging from 16% to 68% across states. Medical costs increased by 50% overall (range: 33%–79%) and by 27% (range: 15%–41%) for per person with diabetes. Costs paid by Medicaid experienced the highest increase between 2013 and 2021 (median: 153%, range: 41–483%).

Conclusions: State economic costs of diagnosed diabetes are substantial and increased over the past decade. These costs and their growth vary considerably across states. These findings may help state policymakers in developing evidenced-based public health interventions in their respective state to prevent and control the prevalence of diabetes.