bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
WELL-BEING AND VULNERABILITY. ENHANCING SOCIAL INCLUSION AMONG VULNERABLE CHILDREN
Authors: DAMASCHIN Alexandra , ASIMINEI Romeo
Published: February 2024

The present paper brings into discussion the importance of working together for the well-being of the children. The current and hardest realities as Covid-19 pandemic, extremely difficult conflicts from certain countries, emphasize and demonstrated that children's rights are violated even in these times of postmodernity. In this line, the paper has an awareness purpose and underlines how can we as individuals and professionals may act in promoting and respecting each individual child’s right. The topics as well-being, vulnerability, empowerment, and resilience are discussed, presenting an overview for understanding the factors that influence and determine the realities that lead towards a social exclusion, rather than a social inclusion. Finally, the paper empathised the importance of developing social integrated services for ensuring the well-being among children, enhancing thus the social inclusion of vulnerable children.
Exploring the Influence of Crisis Management, Principal Traits, School Culture, and External Support on the Principal’s Leadership Style in Times of Crisis: A Structural Equation Model
Authors: Vicente Ruel S. , Reomero Jarah I. , Bauyot Marleonie M.
Published: February 2024

The leadership of school principals was challenged, resulting in many transformations and adjustments during the time of the global health crisis. This study aimed to determine the best-fit model for a principal’s leadership style in times of crisis. There were four exogenous variables, namely: crisis management, principal traits, school culture, and external support; and one endogenous variable which is the principal’s leadership style. Results showed that the levels of these four exogenous variables were high, which means that these variables were much observed. Results also revealed that the four exogenous variables have a significant relationship to the principal’s leadership style with external support having the strongest relationship. The fit indices of the structural equation model (SEM) together with the dimensions revealed that the 5-factor model is the best-fit model as it passed all the criteria for goodness of fit. It is recommended that the 5-factor model of the principal’s leadership style be utilized during the program enhancement of the school heads to improve their leadership style, and even apply it among the schools in Davao Region and beyond.
The Effects of Financial Literacy Programs on Retirement Planning and Preparedness among Middle-Aged Adults in Oyo State
Authors: Sunday Oge Augustine
Published: February 2024

This research study investigates the effects of financial literacy programs on retirement planning and preparedness among middle-aged adults in Oyo State. The study aims to determine the relationship between financial literacy and retirement planning and preparation among middle-aged adult teachers in Oyo State secondary schools, with a specific focus on male and female teachers. A descriptive survey research design is employed to observe and describe the behavior of the population without manipulation. The study sample consists of 1,125 public secondary school teachers, including 417 males and 708 females, selected through a multi-stage sampling approach. Data collection is done using a self-designed research instrument called the Financial Literacy and Retirement Planning Behavior (FLRPB) Scale. The FLRPB Scale demonstrates high internal consistency reliability with a Cronbach Alpha coefficient of 0.89. simple percentage for research questions, linear regression and univariate regression respectively use to test hypotheses one and two. The Oyo State study indicates a positive impact of financial literacy programs on middle-aged adults’ retirement planning, with 75% reporting increased knowledge and understanding and 60% enhanced confidence. Factors influencing participation include convenient schedules, relevant topics, accessible locations, and program effectiveness (65% agreement). Hypothesis testing confirms a significant association between financial literacy participation and retirement planning, explaining 66.1% of the variance. The study also highlights a moderating effect, suggesting that financial literacy participation influences the impact of gender on retirement planning. The adjusted R-squared value of 18.4% underscores the combined effects of gender and financial literacy, emphasizing the impactful role of financial literacy in shaping retirement readiness among middle-aged adults in Oyo State. It was concluded that The findings stress the importance of tailored financial education initiatives for empowering middle-aged adults and highlight the need for gender-specific considerations in program design for enhanced inclusivity and effectiveness. The research outcomes will have implications for policymakers, educators, and financial institutions in designing effective financial literacy programs tailored to the needs of middle-aged adults. The research also establishes a foundation for future studies in this field and underscores the significance of financial education in promoting financial well-being during the middle-aged adult stage of life.
Women’s Personal Hygiene in Premodern China: A Gendered Analysis of History of the Toiletry Box (Lianshi)
Authors: Haiwen Guo , Jiaxin Mi
Published: February 2024

The Lianshi奩史 (History of the Toiletry Box) is a copious work about women’s personal hygiene articles, compiled by Wang Chutong (1729-1821). The personal hygiene articles can be broadly divided into the following categories: articles for hand washing, dental care, hair grooming, going to the restroom, bathing, perfuming, and protection from evils. These items are living fossils of the premodern material culture and a testimony to the fusion of Chinese culture and Western culture. They reflected perception of health care at the time and are useful references for modern perception on preventive care. If viewed from a gendered perspective, these items are also objects used for “training” women. In analyzing the text of Lianshi and archeological discoveries, paintings, and murals, this paper reconstructs how women in premodern China cultivated and practiced their personal hygiene.
BIOTECHNOLOGY AND GENETIC ENGINEERING: CURRENT ADVANCEMENTS, EMERGING CHALLENGES, AND FUTURE HORIZONS IN MODERN SCIENCE
Authors: Moreto Guaitolini Yasmin , Campanharo Camilly Victória , Prinz Moraes Antônio Vithor , Cindra Sant'Ana Marllon , Pagani Pavan Isabele , Correia Casotti Matheus , Drumond Louro Iuri , Dummer Meira Débora
Published: February 2024

Biotechnology is the term given to the branch of science that employs knowledge, techniques, and genetic engineering methods for creating various products using living organisms as raw material. Although this term has been recently adopted, humans have long been manipulating biological processes for their own benefit. Biotechnology is multidisciplinary and encompasses various fields of knowledge, with significant progress achieved over the years, particularly in the medical and cosmetic sectors. Through genetic engineering, it has become possible to edit genes more precisely, revolutionizing the study and manipulation of DNA and allowing the proposal and use of strategies that were once unthinkable in the scientific field to address contemporary issues. Among its most recent contributions are the development of new drugs and biopharmaceuticals, vaccines, cellular, genetic, and protein therapies, as well as the production of biocosmetics. However, there are still challenges to be faced in the extensive use of genetic engineering, ranging from production costs and the success of the technique at the molecular level to ethical issues surrounding the application of this technology. Thus, this literature review aims to discuss the most recent advances, applications, and future perspectives of biotechnology and genetic engineering in the scientific field.
Metafora Api dalam Teks Melayu sebagai Satu Manifestasi Nilai: Analisis Model Hibrid Baharu
Authors: Muhammad Arif Nor Hafuza , Hassan Hasmidar , Osman Maizura
Published: February 2024

Unsur api yang bersifat dinamik membuatkan pengguna bahasa sering menjadikannya sebagai satu lambang untuk mengungkapkan metafora yang mempunyai sesuatu maksud dan memprofilkan nilai yang tertentu. Kajian ini dijalankan untuk menjelaskan maksud yang didukung oleh metafora api dan nilai yang diimplikasikan oleh metafora api serta menghuraikan proses penginterpretasian metafora api. Secara khusus, kajian ini memperlihatkan proses penginterpretasian yang berlaku ketika memproses maksud metafora api yang akhirnya membolehkan nilai api dalam konteks metafora ditafsirkan dari perspektif pemikiran Melayu. Bagi mencapai tujuan ini, kaedah analisis kandungan dimanfaatkan dan data yang dijana daripada Korpus Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka dianalisis dengan menggunakan Model Hibrid Baharu oleh Stöver (2010). Model Proses Tiga Serangkai yang lebih bermodular dan bersistematik dicadangkan dalam model ini. Sebanyak 2400 konkordans leksikal bersumberkan api telah diteliti dan terdapat 94 data yang dikenal pasti sebagai metafora api. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa metafora api digunakan untuk memerihalkan emosi, menjelaskan intensiti emosi, menambahkan kesan afektif dan mengkritik keadaan, sikap atau perbuatan individu. Berdasarkan data yang dianalisis, didapati bahawa frekuensi metafora api yang mengimplikasikan nilai negatif ialah 63.9%, manakala frekuensi nilai positif sebanyak 36.1%. Pengkategorian nilai ini ditentukan oleh kolokasi dan konteks metafora yang dibicarakan. Ternyata, faktor agama, budaya dan sosial memberikan pengaruh yang besar kepada orang Melayu dalam memberi persepsi terhadap api. Kajian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan input baharu tentang kekuatan prosedur penginterpretasian metafora yang menekankan pertimbangan semantik kognitif dan pragmatik yang lebih sistematik bagi mencungkil maksud metafora dan mencerakin nilai yang dimanifestasikan oleh leksikal api dan gugusan leksikal api.
Ungkapan Kesat dalam Penggunaan Implikatur di Media Sosial pada Musim Pilihan Raya
Authors: Mohmod Rofik Nursyafieqa ‘Ifwat , Osman Maizura
Published: February 2024

Penggunaan kata-kata kesat dalam komunikasi oleh pengguna media sosial semasa musim pilihan raya telah menjadi satu kebiasaan dalam masyarakat global pada hari ini. Fenomena ini berlaku atas dasar kebebasan bersuara dalam masyarakat. Namun begitu, sebahagian besar pengguna media sosial memilih untuk menggunakan bahasa tersirat atau implikatur untuk menyampaikan mesej tersebut berbanding bahasa literal. Justeru, kajian ini dijalankan untuk mengenal pasti aspek ketikdaksantunan dalam penggunaan implikatur di media sosial semasa musim pilihan raya di Malaysia dan menganalisis aspek ketidaksantunan tersebut. Kajian ini menggunakan kaedah analisis kandungan dan data diperoleh melalui teknik persampelan bertujuan dan tangkap layar (screenshot) terhadap ciapan dan perkongsian di media sosial Twitter dan Facebook. Penganalisisan data dilakukan dengan mengaplikasikan kerangka konsep ad hoc dalam bidang pragmatik serta penghuraian aspek ketidaksantunan dilakukan menggunakan strategi ketidaksantunan dalam bidang sosiolinguistik. Pemerhatian terhadap kesemua data yang diperoleh menunjukkan bahawa kata-kata yang tidak santun digunakan dengan bebas dalam kalangan pengguna Twitter dan Facebook melalui implikatur semasa musim pilihan raya. Dapatan awal menunjukkan penggunaan implikatur berupaya menyampaikan mesej dengan lebih mendalam terhadap audiens. Peralihan daripada komuniti bahasa secara fizikal kepada komuniti bahasa di ruangan maya juga menjadi faktor fenomena ini berlaku. Fenomena ini menyebabkan suasana politik khususnya dan perhubungan dalam masyarakat amnya akan terjejas. Kajian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan sumbangan kepada pembangunan masyarakat agar budaya dan keunggulan bahasa Melayu dapat dipelihara seterusnya mengekalkan keharmonian dalam masyarakat.
Effect of Red Palm Olein and Glutinous Rice Flour Mixture as Fat Replacers on the Physicochemical, Rheological, and Microstructural Properties of Buffalo Meat Emulsion
Authors: Hasanah Nur Nabilah , Asyrul-Izhar Abu Bakar , Faridah Mohd Razali , Kumar Pavan , Ismail-Fitry Mohammad Rashedi
Published: February 2024

The present study evaluated the physicochemical, rheological, and microstructural properties of buffalo meat emulsion incorporated with red palm olein (RPO) and glutinous rice flour (GRF) as fat replacers. A total of six different samples were prepared by using combinations of RPO and GRF replacing animal fat viz., control (with animal fat), R1 (100% fat replaced by RPO), R2 (50% fat replaced by RPO), RG (50% fat replaced by 25% RPO and 25% GRF), G1 (100% fat replaced by GRF), and G2 (50% fat replaced by GRF). The samples were analysed for physicochemical parameters, gel strength, rheological and microstructural properties. G1 and G2 samples were recorded with improved emulsion stability, cooking loss, hardness, and chewiness while lowering the fat content. Micrographs of G1 and G2 samples demonstrated a spongy/honeycomb-like structure with roughly spherical crystalline granules. The rheological properties of G1 indicated a more stable emulsion with a higher storage modulus (G’). Using RPO as a fat replacer seemed to produce a lower-quality emulsion. Therefore, replacing the fat with GRF, especially at 100%, is proposed for buffalo meat emulsion.
Self-Care Knowledge and Self-Care Activities of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Thai Nguyen Province, Viet Nam
Authors: Loi Phung Van , Hoang Ngo Huy , Xuyen Dao Thanh
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The study was conducted to investigate the status self-care knowledge and self-care activities of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Methodology: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 408 patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus at Thai Nguyen National Hospital through a questionnaire to assess Self-care Knowledge (DSCK-30) and Self-care activities in people with diabetes mellitus (SDSCA).

Findings: Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus had good self-care knowledge; the mean total score of knowledge was 21.20 ± 5.25 out of 30 scores. Self-care knowledge scores ranged from 7 to 30. The percentage of patients with self-care knowledge was still low, accounting for 53.9%. The highest percentage of patients who performed good self-care behaviors (from 5 to 7 days) was physical activity (88.0%) and the lowest was blood glucose level testing (2.7%); the rates of patients who followed the diet well, took care of their feet, and adhered to medication was 62.3%, 17.6%; and 13.0%, respectively.

Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: This study has proven that people with diabetes mellitus had low self-care knowledge and self-care activities in many areas. Therefore, health workers need to personalize in counseling, health education, and provide knowledge and self-care activities of people with diabetes mellitus.
Evaluating the Impact of Plant Growth on Different Varieties of Wheat and Barley Treated With Biofertilizers
Authors: Wali Husna , Waseem Ammara , Sarfraz Shazmeen , Rana Rida , Rasheed Iqra , Khichi Romana Liaqat
Published: February 2024

Purpose: Biofertilizers have gained recognition as a crucial element in integrated plant nutrient management, contributing to sustainable agriculture. Biofertilizers are natural products that contain living microorganisms capable of enhancing plant growth and improving soil fertility. This study aims to assess the impact of different biofertilizers on the growth of various varieties of wheat and barley. The primary objective of this research is to evaluate the efficacy of biofertilizers as an alternative to chemical fertilizers for promoting the growth of wheat and barley crops.

Methodology: The experiment involves treating multiple cultivars of wheat and barley with biofertilizers, while a control group is administered traditional chemical fertilizers for comparison. The growth parameters, including plant height, leaf area, root development, and yield, are carefully monitored and recorded throughout the experiment. The study is conducted under controlled environmental conditions to ensure consistency across all plant samples. Collected data is subjected to statistical analysis to determine any significant disparities in growth between the biofertilizer-treated group and the control group.

Findings: The utilization of biofertilizers resulted in remarkable growth improvements in the plants as opposed to conventional fertilizers. The plants treated with biofertilizers exhibited noticeable enhancements in various parameters, including increased plant height, expanded leaf area, elongated root length, and greater biomass accumulation. Among the different crop varieties, certain ones showcased a more pronounced response to biofertilizer treatments. Specifically, varieties W1 and W2 of wheat displayed the highest levels of growth enhancement when treated with biofertilizers, while barley varieties B1 and B2 showed significant improvements as well. Furthermore, the application of biofertilizers led to higher grain weight and increased yield per unit area in the crops compared to traditional fertilizers. Notably, the biofertilizer-treated crops also exhibited notable enhancements in quality attributes, such as improved nutritional content and reduced pesticide residues.

Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice: The utilization of biofertilizers demonstrated significant advantages over traditional fertilizers, resulting in improved plant growth, increased yield, and enhanced quality attributes in various crop varieties.
Unravelling the Path to Green Banking: A Case Study of Karnataka Bank
Authors: K. Nimitha , Goveas Carmelita
Published: February 2024

Purpose: Banks are adopting the concept of green banking to minimize both external and internal carbon emissions, which is an emerging trend. This paper aims to study the emerging trends of Green banking in India. The major purpose of the research article is to investigate the concept of green banking initiatives by Karnataka Bank and to examine the problems faced by Karnataka Bank to reach its green banking goals.
Karnataka Bank Ltd.’ is the leading top ‘A’ c1ass schedu1ed Indian Commercial Bank. As a premier bank, a diverse array of products and services has been created and tailored to fulfill the varying business or personal requirements of customers. It is one of the leading emerging financial service institutions in India which has several branches all over India
Methodology: In pursuit of the paper’s goals, secondary data sources such as books, journals, articles, newspapers, and websites have been employed.
Findings: Private and public sector banks have taken necessary steps to reduce carbon emissions. All customers of the bank are offered green products and services and also more concern is shown towards environmental issues. The initiatives taken by most Indian Banks and the offering of green products and services by banks have proved to help preserve environmental balance and achieve sustainable development.
Originality/Value: Based on the data available from secondary sources, the paper attempts to examine green banking practices in India and the initiatives of Karnataka Bank.
Paper Type: Case Study
Synthesis and Characterization of Sorbitol Membraneless Alkaline Fuel Cell Catalysts for Cathode and Anode, Utilizing AgV2O5/C, AgMnO2/C, and PdCeO2/C Catalysts
Authors: Chaiburi Chakkrapong , Chayboonchoo Pintira
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to develop sorbitol fuel cell catalysts for cathode and anode fuels by synthesizing AgV2O5/C, AgMnO2/C, and PdCeO2/C catalysts. The physical characteristics of the catalysts were analyzed using SEM and EDS. The results showed that the prepared catalysts were small, lumpy, and densely clustered on the carbon surface with small particles. The electrochemical characteristics of the oxidation of alkaline fuels using sorbitol as fuel were investigated by assessing sorbitol concentration ratios of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 and 0.5 per 0.1 M alkaline KOH solution through cyclic voltammetry. The PdCeO2/C catalyst at a concentration of 0.1 M sorbitol solution exhibits the highest potential difference at the potential range of -0.5 to 0.5 V, resulting in a maximum current density of 0.2 mA/cm2. The AgV2O5/C and AgMnO2/C catalysts were tested in the reduction reaction, and the concentration ratios of sorbitol solution per 0.1 M alkaline KOH solution varied from 0.1 to 0.5 M. The results demonstrated a decrease in activity in the catalyst reduction reaction as the sorbitol solution concentration increased, indicating a potential correlation with enhanced oxidation resistance.
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In order to achieve the highest efficiency and suitability in an electric cell, it is essential for the AgV2O5/C and AgMnO2/C catalysts to possess excellent resistance to cathode oxidation
The AgV2O5/C and AgMnO2/C catalysts function as cathode-side catalysts involved in reduction reactions. Consequently, it is imperative for these catalysts to exhibit exceptional resistance to oxidation at the cathode
At a concentration of 0.1 M KOH solution, the PdCeO2/C catalyst exhibited a maximum oxidation current density of 0.2 mA/cm²

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Structure and Electrical Properties of Polymer Electrolyte Based on Plasticized Chitosan Grafted Polymethyl Methacrylate (Ch-g-PMMA)- Magnesium Triflate for Electrochemical Double Layer Capacitor
Authors: Ismadi Ain Sorhana Nabila Binti , Jaafar Nor Kartini Binti , Yusoff Mohd Zaki Bin Mohd
Published: February 2024

Polymer electrolytes have received much attention as materials used in batteries, supercapacitors, sensors and solar cells. Most of the polymer electrolytes reported are based on synthetic polymer, therefore it is difficult to recycle as it has poor degradability and ends up being a waste. In recent years, biopolymers gained much interest in replacing environmentally unfriendly polymers. Various studies have been done to accomplish polymer electrolytes with high conductivity and long-term safety. This study’s objective is to prepare plasticized Ch-g-PMMA-based polymer electrolyte by introducing the magnesium triflate salt and glycerol plasticizer. The grafted polymer of Ch-g-PMMA was prepared using gamma (γ) radiation. The grafted polymer of Ch-g-PMMA with 0.4 g of Mg(Tf)2 and different concentrations of glycerol has been prepared by using the solution casting technique. To achieve this study, the prepared plasticized Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 polymer electrolytes are characterized by XRD, FTIR, EIS and LSV techniques. XRD was carried out to determine the change in crystallinity and the amorphous structure of the plasticized Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 polymer. FTIR reveals the occurrence of complexation between Ch-g-PMMA polymer, Mg(Tf)2 salt and glycerol plasticizer. The grafted Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 was added with different concentrations of glycerol from 0 to 50 wt%. The Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 polymer electrolyte with 50 wt% of glycerol shows the highest ionic conductivity of 1.50×10−4 S·cm−1 compared with other samples. The increase in mobility of ions and the number of charge carriers has enhanced ionic conductivity. Based on the LSV analysis, the highest conducting Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 polymer with 50 wt% of glycerol was found electrochemically stable up to 3.2 V. The goal of this study is to determine the structure and electrical properties as well as the window stability of plasticized Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2. The best outcome was produced by adding the 50 wt% of glycerol into the Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 which increased further by 1 order of magnitude.
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The ionic conductivity of the Ch-g-PMMA increases by introducing magnesium triflate salt and glycerol plasticizer which enhance the amorphous state and decrease the crystallinity
The prepared plasticized Ch-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 polymer electrolytes are characterized by XRD, FTIR, EIS and LSV techniques
The highest ionic conductivity are obtained by added 50 wt% glycerol to the grafted polymer CH-g-PMMA-Mg(Tf)2 which is 1.50×10−4 S·cm−1

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SEPARATION OF IRON IONS FROM SOLUTIONS OF HYDROMETALLURGICAL INDUSTRIES BY LIQUID EXTRACTION METHOD
Authors: M. A. Issabayeva  , T. B. Tugambayeva  , M. K. Kapezova  , A. M. Maqsut
Published: February 2024

In the article, the author considers the problem of choosing a method of extracting valuable components from the production solutions of hydrometallurgical production. For this purpose, it is promising to use the liquid extraction method. With the help of this method, in the field of metallurgy, during the production of non-ferrous metals, technological solutions can be used to remove iron ions. Depletion of mineral reserves requires the use of only poor natural materials for industrial enterprises. One of the promising methods of separating metal ions from poor solutions by freeing them from co-existing elements and obtaining a concentrated solution is extraction. In addition, the extraction method is only effective in processing high-iron solutions, because it allows to significantly reduce the amount of iron that goes to the heap. The use of liquid extraction method in the purification of solutions from iron ions significantly facilitates the separation of iron ions from non-ferrous metal ions. The conducted study showed that, when the concentration of the organic phase is correctly determined, it is possible to use toluene as a solvent and trialkylamine (TAA) as a reagent for the separation of iron ions from technological solutions containing acid. The obtained data showed that the use of toluene as a solvent and trialkylamine (TAA) as a reagent during extraction is promising. Keywords: liquid extraction, extractant, raffinate, iron ions, toluene, trialkylamine.
ПЕРСПЕКТИВЫ ТЕХНОЛОГИИ ИОНИЗИРУЮЩЕЙ РАДИАЦИИ В ОБРАБОТКЕ ПИЩЕВОЙ ПРОДУКЦИИ И В БОРЬБЕ С ОТДЕЛЬНЫМИ ТАКСОНАМИ НАСЕКОМЫХ
Authors: М. С. Омаров  , К. К. Ахметов  , К. М. Омарова
Published: February 2024

В обзорной статье рассмотрены проблемы использования ионизирующего излучения при обработке пищевых продуктов, сырья животного и растительного происхождений. Радиационная обработка существенно продлевает сроки хранения продовольственного сырья и пищевых продуктов, контролирует развитие в них насекомых, паразитов, патогенных и условно-патогенных микроорганизмов, способствуют снижению потерь пищевых ресурсов на всех этапах логистической цепочки посредством. Приведены примеры возможностей применения радиационной обработки для продления сроков хранения пищевых материалов, замедления созревания плодов, предупреждения прорастания, подавления жизнедеятельности, гибели насекомых, паразитов, патогенных и условно-патогенных микроорганизмов. При низких дозах радиационная обработка проводится с целью выборочного подавления микроорганизмов конкретного типа, при высоких дозах – с целью увеличения продолжительности хранения и подавления патогенных для человека микроорганизмов и промышленной стерилизации пищевых продуктов. Необходим комплекс нормативно-правовых актов, регламентирующих процедурный подход к применению радиационных технологий и требующие практической адаптации методологии облучения и идентификации. Необходимо обьективное освещение в СМИ о внедрении технологий использования радиациии не только в АПК, но и в других сопутствующих направлениях науки; подготовка соответствующих кадров; внедрение соответствующих образовательных программ, начиная с начальных классов школы. Ключевые слова: ионизирующее излучение, доза облучения, облученные продукты, бактериальная обсемененность, микробиологическая обсемененность.
Проблемно-ориентированный подход к обеспечению личной безопасности сотрудников полиции при проведении досмотровых мероприятий
Authors: М. А. Баданина
Published: February 2024

Органы внутренних дел РК выполняет свои функции, задачи в тесном взаимодействии с другими правоохранительными органами, с органами представительной и исполнительной власти, предприятиями, учреждениями, организациями, трудовыми коллективами, общественными объединениями и гражданами, информируют их и средства массовой информации о своей деятельности по обеспечению общественной безопасности. Проблеме обеспечения безопасности обращает особое внимание во всех сферах деятельности государства и общества в политике, идеологии, экономики, в деятельности общественных и государственных организаций, а также в пенитенциарной системе. Ученые, практические работники, известные политики всегда обращают внимание на проблему безопасности, потому что безопасность является важным условием жизни человека и личности, общества и государства. Она в последнее время стала очень актуальной. При проведении принудительных мероприятий полицейские не только должны выполнять возложенные на них обязанности, но и в обязательном порядке предусматривать меры обеспечения личной и общественной безопасности. В современных условиях проблема обеспечения личной безопасности сотрудников полиции приобретает особую остроту в связи с возрастанием как физических, так и психологических рисков для их здоровья и жизни при решении задач правоохранительной деятельности. Под обеспечением собственной безопасности сотрудников правоохранительных органов понимается осуществление комплекса мер, обеспечивающего личную безопасность сотрудника, направленного на своевременное обнаружение, недопущение и устранение потенциально опасных ситуаций и различного рода угроз для психического и физического здоровья, а в некоторых случаях даже жизни сотрудников органов внутренних дел, возникающих в процессе повседневной деятельности, что, в конечном счете, должно значительно уменьшить профессиональный риск. Ключевые слова: безопасность, сотрудник правоохранительных органов, личная безопасность, право, наружный досмотр, досмотровые мероприятия.
КОНЦЕПЦИЯ АДМИНИСТРАТИВНОГО АКТА: ВВЕДЕНИЕ В РОССИЙСКИЙ И КАЗАХСТАНСКИЙ ОПЫТ
Authors: К. В. Давыдов
Published: February 2024

В статье исследуется история становления различных школ понимания административного акта. Показывается влияние французской и германской правовых традиций на правовые системы России и Казахстана. Отдельное внимание уделено регулятивному характеру административных актов. Показано, что несмотря на традиционную ориентацию российского и казахстанского законодательства именно на итоговые административные акты, имеет место формирование более широкого подхода. В частности, практика российских судов исходит из целесообразности возможности судебного оспаривания фактически любых правовых форм, способных существенно ухудшить правовое положение граждан (организаций). Обосновывается, что данная концепция является оптимальной с точки зрения защиты прав невластных субъектов. Дальнейшее усложнение понимания административного акта происходит за счет внедрения в законодательство и практику государственного управления новых принципов административного права, в том числе соразмерности (пропорциональности), запрета сверхформализма, также охраны доверия (защиты законных ожиданий). Этот тренд позволяет расширить границы правомерности. Делается вывод о том, что принятие в Республике Казахстан в 2020 году Административного процедурно-процессуального кодекса, а также формирование в Российской Федерации новейшей судебной практики являются достижениями уровня лучших международных практик, представляющие существенный интерес для всех постсоветских правопорядков. Ключевые слова: административный акт, публичное управление, АППК, принципы административного права, публичное администрирование.
ЖОБАЛАП ОҚЫТУ ТЕХНОЛОГИЯСЫ КӨМЕГІМЕН ОҚУШЫЛАРДЫҢ КОММУНИКАТИВТІ ҚҰЗЫРЕТТІЛІГІН ДАМЫТУ
Authors: Р. А. Қозыкеева  , Г. М. Баймаханова
Published: February 2024

Қазіргі таңда білім беру саласынада көптеген оң өзгерістер болып жатыр. Білім беру саласына қойылып отырған талаптарды жүзеге асыратын және білім беру жүйесінің сұранымын толық қамти алатын оқыту жүйесін енгізуді қажет етуде. Педагогикалық технологиялардың ішінде кеңінен қолданылып отырған жобалап оқыту технологиясы білім беру салаларының талаптырын және сұранымын толық қамти алатын жаңа жүйе болып саналады. Жобалап оқыту технологиясының нәтижесінде, оқушының өзіндік ізденісіне, олардың өзін-өзі танытуына, танымдық-практикалық қабілеттерін жүзеге асыруына қажетті мүмкіндіктер туындайды. Бүгінгі қоғам талап етіп отырған бәсекеге қабілетті тұлғаны қалыптастыруда жобалап оқыту технологиясы шешуші роль атқарады. Білім беру жүйесін арттырауда, химия пәнінен жобалап оқыту технологиясының ғылыми-әдіснамалық негіздерін толық меңгеріп оны нақты қолдана білу қажет. Химия пәнінен білім беру нәтижесін жоғары деңгейде қалыптастыру, педагогикалық жобалап оқыту технологиясы негізінде жүзеге асады. Оқыту процесінде оқушылардың химия пәнін меңгеруге деген қызығушылығын артырады. Сондай-ақ, жобалап оқыту технологиясы оқушылардың ғылыми-зерттеу жұмысына деген жауапкершілігін, белсенділігін, шығармашылығын жоғары даму сатысына көтеріп, кәсіптік құзыреттіліктерге бағыттайды. Жобалап оқыту технологиясы негізінде оқушылардың танымдық және практикалық қабілеттерін шыңдалып, өз бетімен белсенді іс-әрекет жұмыс атқарауына мүмкіндік береді. Сондықтан жобалап оқыту технологиясы, оқушыларды теориялық білімді тәжірибеде қолдануға жатықтыра отырып білім деңгейін арттыруға бағыттайды. Кілтті сөздер: химия, шығармашылық, коммуникативтік, құзыреттілік, жобалап оқыту технологиясы.
Considerações sobre a crise do sentido das universidades sob a gestão neoliberal
Authors: Furlong Antocevis Ana , Da Silva Machado Carlos Roberto
Published: February 2024

Este artigo apresenta considerações críticas sobre a assunção de formas de gestão universitária alinhadas às premissas neoliberais, no contexto das Universidades federais brasileiras. Os processos de implantação (no período colonial), expansão (nos anos 1920 enquanto faculdades e depois Universidades nos anos 1930) e recuperação universitária (nos anos 2000) têm sido impactados pelo desenvolvimento político, social e econômico do País, marcando profundamente os sentidos e propósitos do Ensino Superior. Amparados na concepção de que o contexto universitário brasileiro tem sofrido o impacto do modelo de desenvolvimento nacional a partir do capitalismo dependente, consideramos também a base de constituição de classes sociais no Brasil e abordamos de que forma o acesso à Universidade influencia a conformação social nestes termos. Desta forma, apresentamos considerações a respeito da transformação do sentido de existências das Universidades - de social a tecnocrático -, refletindo sobre o impacto da absorção, pelas gestões universitárias, das prerrogativas de gestão neoliberal, a partir da apresentação de exemplos sobre essa questão em relação a políticas relacionadas ao cotidiano das Universidades, buscando contemplar políticas de planejamento e execução de nível tanto nacional como local. Para essa nossa análise foi utilizado o método de Revisão Narrativa. Concluímos criticamente, nesse sentido, sobre como a gestão universitária, através da assunção de prerrogativas neoliberais, tem sido palco de avanços do seu controle hegemônico pelos setores dominantes da elite brasileira, fenômeno que insta para a urgência da ampliação e aprofundamento de estudos e debates sobre o tema.
Destrezas lingüísticas predominantes en los usos académicos del guaraní como lengua materna en estudiantes paraguayos
Authors: Briceño Nuñez Chess Emmanuel
Published: February 2024

El estudio que se presenta tuvo como propósito determinar cuál es nivel de predominio en las destrezas lingüísticas empleadas por estudiantes paraguayos al hacer usos académicos de la lengua guaraní como lengua materna. La investigación es de tipo no experimental y tiene un diseño transversal. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 300 estudiantes, proficientes en guaraní como lengua materna, con edades comprendidas entre los 12 y 17 años, y por 100 docentes (activos) de guaraní. Se aplicaron dos instrumentos: el primero llamado “Test para medir destrezas lingüísticas en contextos académicos”, aplicado a los estudiantes y el segundo llamado “Test para medir percepción sobre destrezas lingüísticas por parte de los docentes hacia estudiantes de guaraní como lengua materna”. Los datos se procesaron empleando el Paquete estadístico para las ciencias sociales de IBM (SPSS). Los resultados destacan la fluidez, comprensión, interpretación y habilidades escritas en guaraní. Estos hallazgos influyen en la valoración de lenguas indígenas en educación y en políticas lingüísticas en Paraguay.
Hochleistungspolymere sichern Reinraumprozess
Authors:   Kira Weller
Published: February 2024

Ob Herstellung von Arzneimitteln, LEDs, Mikrochips oder Halbleitern:Partikelfreiheit ist in diesen Bereichen ein absolutes Muss. Denn kleinste Partikel, diesich von Maschinen lösen und in die Umgebungsluft gelangen wirken sich prozessund produktschädigend aus. Folglich sind Reinräume hier nicht mehr wegzudenken.Entsprechend gefragt sind Maschinenkomponenten, die keinerlei Abrieb erzeugen.Die passende Lösung bieten schmierfreie und verschleißfeste Motion Plastics
KẾT QUẢ PHẪU THUẬT NỘI SOI KHÂU LỖ THỦNG Ổ LOÉT DẠ DÀY – HÀNH TÁ TRÀNG TẠI BỆNH VIỆN TRUNG ƯƠNG THÁI NGUYÊN
Authors: Trần Văn Hoan , Nguyễn Văn Chung , Trần Đức Quý
Published: February 2024

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá kết quả phẫu thuật nội soi khâu lỗ thủng ổ loét dạ dày – hành tá tràng. Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Phương pháp nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang, trên 60 bệnh nhân thủng ổ loét dạ dày – hành tá tràng được điều trị bằng phương pháp nội soi khâu lỗ thủng đơn thuần tại Bệnh viện Trung ương Thái Nguyên từ tháng 1 năm 2021 đến tháng 6 năm 2023. Kết quả: Tuổi trung bình 53.17 ± 12,28 nhỏ nhất 23 tuổi, lớn nhất 77 tuổi. Tỷ lệ thủng ổ loét dạ dày 36,7%, thủng ổ loét hành tá tràng 63,3%, bờ ổ loét mềm mại 88,3%, xơ chai 11,7%, kích thước lỗ thủng <10mm 91,7%, >10mm 8,3%. PTNS khâu lỗ thủng đơn thuần thành công 100%. Phẫu thuật không có tai biến, biến chứng ngoại khoa và tử vong sau mổ. Thời gian năm viện trung bình là 7,70 ± 2,37 ngày. Kết luận: PTNS khâu lỗ thủng ổ loét dạ dày – hành tá tràng là phương pháp an toàn, thời gian trung tiện sau mổ ngắn, giảm thời gian nằm viện, tỷ lệ biến chứng sau mổ thấp, không có tử vong.
Myopia progression in school children with prolonged screen time during the coronavirus disease confinement
Authors: AlShamlan Fatemah T , Bubshait Luluah K , AlAhmad Ebtesamah A , AlOtaibi Batool S , AlShakhs Abdullah A , AlHammad Fatimah A
Published: February 2024

Background: Myopia, the most common refractive error, is a global public health problem with substantial visual impairment if left untreated. Several studies have investigated the association between increased near-work and restricted outdoor activities in children with myopia; however, such studies in children without myopia are scarce. We aimed to monitor the effect of the coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) home confinement and mandatory virtual learning on myopic progression among myopic and non-myopic school-aged children.

Methods: We conducted a retrospective chart review of children aged 6 – 12 years attending regular visits to the pediatric ophthalmology clinic in a tertiary eye hospital in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. Cycloplegic refraction was determined from three visits at least six months apart: two visits before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and one during the COVID-19 home confinement. Parents were asked about the time spent in near-work and outdoor activities, the devices used during virtual learning, and the demographic characteristics of the children. Statistical analyses were conducted to compare myopia progression before and during the COVID-19 home confinement.

Results: A total of 160 eyes of 80 children were analyzed. The boy (n = 46) to girl (n = 34) ratio was 1.4:1. The hyperopia (n = 131 eyes) to myopia (n = 29 eyes) ratio was 4.5:1. Most eyes exhibited a hyperopic shift before the confinement; however, all eyes displayed a myopic shift during the confinement. When comparing both eyes of the same individual, the more myopic or less hyperopic eye in the same child had a significantly greater myopic shift than the fellow eye (both P < 0.05). Children who used tablets showed a significant myopic shift (P < 0.05). Likewise, children in both age categories (less than or equal to 8 and > 8 years), boys, those living in an apartment, and those having parents with bachelor’s degrees experienced a significant myopic shift during COVID-19 home confinement compared to before (all P < 0.05). The mean myopic shift was greater in children aged > 8 years than in those aged less than or equal to 8 years. Children with and without a family history of myopia had a myopic shift in the mean spherical equivalent during COVID-19 home confinement; however, that of children with no family history was statistically significant (P < 0.05).

Conclusions: Progression of myopia accelerated in children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Excessive time spent on digital screen devices at near distances is considered a substantial environmental contributor to myopic shift in children. Further multicenter studies with extended follow-up periods are needed to assess the factors contributing to myopic progression in our population.
Thyroid fine-needle aspiration cytology: malignancy rate in the category of indeterminate significant atypia/indeterminate significant follicular lesion
Authors: Terzi Neslihan Kaya , Terzi Tolga
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND:

Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is a standard preoperative diagnostic modality for thyroid nodules. The Bethesda Thyroid Cytopathology Reporting System (TBSRTC) defines the FNAC atypia group as atypia of undetermined significance/follicular lesion of undetermined significance (AUS/FLUS).

OBJECTIVES:

Determine the risk of malignancy after surgical resection in patients with AUS/FLUS.

DESIGN:

Retrospective

SETTING:

Pathology department of a tertiary care center

PATIENTS AND METHODS:

All thyroid FNACs between 2015 and 2023 that were diagnosed as AUS/FLUS in Turkey. Patient demographics, preoperative ultrasonographic features, and follow-up data were collected.

MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES:

Relationship between AUS/FLUS diagnosis and final histopathological diagnosis.

SAMPLE SIZE:

562

RESULTS:

In total, 562 thyroid nodules were diagnosed as AUS/FLUS, and 267 (47.5%) were surgically excised. A malignant histopathological diagnosis was given in 28 cases (10.4%). Malignancy risk sensitivity of AUS/FLUS diagnosis was 75.68% (95% CI=58.80–88.23%), specificity was 55.24% (95% CI=50.91–59.52%), positive predictive value was 10.49% (95% CI=8.71–12.58%), and negative predictive value was 97.04% (95% CI=94.86–98.31%). In the ultrasonographic data, having symptomatic nodules, nodule calcification, and irregular nodule borders were all statistically significant signs of cancer in a one-variable analysis (
P
<.01). The presence of a family history emerged as a statistically significant prognostic marker for malignancy (
P
=.012). Although not statistically significant, the malignancy rate for nodules with nuclear atypia was 11.9%, significantly higher than the rate of 8.3% for nodules with architectural atypia only (
P
=0.32).

CONCLUSIONS:

The diagnosis of AUS/FLUS has a high rate of predicting the risk of malignancy and should continue to be offered. In addition to cytopathological features, ultrasound data and family history should be taken into consideration when evaluating the case.

LIMITATIONS:

Retrospective design and no molecular studies.
Dual Antiplatelet Therapy (DAPT) Versus Single Antiplatelet Therapy (SAPT) in Patients with Stroke Under 12 Hours: Meta-analysis and Systematic Review
Authors: Oktariansyah Mohammad Jathy , Yuniarmi Fifa
Published: February 2024

Background: Patients with ischemic stroke under 12 hours are typically treated with antiplatelet therapy. Combining two antiplatelet medicines agents with differing actions and antithrombotic efficacy increases the risk of hemorrhage. Among 1000 patients with ischemic stroke, dual-antiplatelet therapy was associated with 1 to 7 more ICH events than clopidogrel monotherapy and seemed to provide no significant additional benefit in reducing ischemic stroke events. Method: Search in PubMed, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Central Register about dual antiplatelet therapy versus monotherapy. The research method used was PRISMA guidelines followed by literature exclusions. The inclusion criteria in this literature search were medicinal, literature from 2013-2023. Results: There is 5 literatures discussing the advantages of DAPT with the results obtained DAPT was not associated with a significant reduction in recurrent ischemic stroke [pooled RR 0.79 (95%CI 0.67-0.92)] but was associated with a higher risk of major bleeding [pooled RR 1.86 (95%IC 1.86-3.32)]. Conclusion: Immediate administration of DAPT <12 hours after ischemic stroke can reduce recurrent stroke compared with antiplatelet monotherapy despite the increased risk of hemorrhage.
Production System for Delayed Deterioration Inventories with Two-Level Production Rate, Stock-Dependent Demand Rate and Linear Holding Cost Under Trade Credit Policy
Authors: Malumfashi M. L. , Asma A.M. , Kane I. L. , Babangida B. , Yusuf T. A.
Published: February 2024

This paper introduces an optimized total variable cost model for a production inventory system dealing with delayed deteriorating items. The model incorporates a two-level production rate and a stock-dependent demand rate, all operating under a trade credit policy. The demand rate remains constant during the inventory build-up period, but post-production, before deterioration, it varies based on product availability and nature. The inventory depletes to zero in the model’s final stage due to the combined impact of constant demand and deterioration rates. To characterize the optimality of the analytical results, the paper utilizes theorems and lemmas. The model’s dynamics are described by differential equations, which are solved using MATLAB. A numerical experiment is conducted to demonstrate the practicality of the developed models. Additionally, a sensitivity analysis is performed to illustrate how changes in selected system parameters affect the total variable costs determined in the numerical example. The paper concludes with suggestions and recommendations aimed at reducing the total variable cost. Ultimately, it is demonstrated that the developed model surpasses the one presented in the working paper. The proposed model could be used in inventory management and control of items that exhibit delayed in deterioration to minimises the total variable cost when sudden distraction of production process occurred as revealed by the the result presented.
Surprise floods: the role of our imagination in preparing for disasters
Authors: Ommer Joy , Neumann Jess , Kalas Milan , Blackburn Sophie , Cloke Hannah L.
Published: February 2024

Abstract. What’s the worst that could happen? After a flood has devasted communities, those people affected, the news media, and the authorities often say that what happened was beyond our imagination. Imagination encompasses the picturing of a situation in our mind linked with the emotions that we connect with this situation. However, the role imagination actually plays in disasters remains unclear. In this regard, we analysed the responses of a survey which was disseminated in the 2021 flood affected areas of Germany. Some respondents perceived that due to their lack of imagination of the flood, they did not take adequate action in advance. This indicates that imagination plays an important role in disaster preparedness. Limited or lacking imagination could be linked to never having experienced a flood before, difficulties in interpreting forecasts and warnings, the perceived distance to waterbodies, and cognitive biases such as wishful thinking. Based on these results, we recommend future research should investigate to what extend visual support can advance forecast and warning communication in triggering the imagination of citizens in short-term. In a long-term perspective, research should focus how to cultivate imagination over time through participatory risk management, developing climate storylines, citizen weather observations, and the like.