bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Peranan persepsi kualitas layanan sebagai prediktor niat rekomendasi
Authors: Emmanuel Kasereka Majaribu , Wardhono V. J. Wisnu
Published: May 2024

Kualitas merupakan faktor yang sangat penting, khususnya bagi perusahaan yang bergerak di bidang jasa. Kualitas layanan berlaku untuk semua jenis layanan termasuk layanan yang disediakan oleh organisasi non-profit (nirlaba). Rumah Retret Pratista merupakan salah satu lembaga keagamaan yang menyediakan layanan rohani dalam rupa retret kepada masyarakat yang membutuhkannya. Selama dua tahun terakhir, Rumah Retret Pratista mengalami penurunan jumah peserta retret. Hasil dari wawancara terhadap beberapa peserta yang pernah menggunakan layanan rumah retret menunjukkan bahwa kualitas layanan dipersepsikan negatif, sehingga berdampak pada rendahnya niat peserta merekomendasikan. Maka, penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui pengaruh lima dimensi kualitas layanan terhadap niat rekomendasi layanan Pratista. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian eksplanatif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif, menggunakan survei untuk memperoleh data. Angket kuesioner yang disebarkan kepada pihak-pihak yang pernah menggunakan rumah retret dan sebanyak 102 orang responden mengisi angkat tersebut. Pengumpulan sampel dilakukan menggunakan teknik non-probabilistic sampling, yakni purposive sampling. Pengolahan dan penginterpretasian data dilakukan menggunakan Structural Equation Modeling dengan Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) 4. Hasil dari analisis statistik menunjukkan bahwa bukti fisik dan ketanggapan masing-masing berpengaruh signifikan dan positif terhadap niat rekomendasi Rumah Retret Pratista. Dengan demikian, pihak manajemen Pratista dapat mempertahankan kualitas layanan, terutama melalui aspek bukti fisik layanan dan dengan menjadi lebih responsif dalam menangani peserta retret.
OBSERVATION PROBLEMS FOR DYNAMIC SYSTEMS
Authors:   Lomonosov Moscow State University, Fomichev Vasiliy , Denisova Nadezhda
Published: May 2024

This manual contains methodological materials for the course “Observation Tasks for dynamical systems”, read for masters of the Faculty of Computational Mathematics and Cybernetics of Lomonosov Moscow State University. The manual includes lecture notes, examples, and tasks for self-solution. The manual is recommended for students specializing in the field of automatic control theory.
Major Trauma Triage Tool Study (MATTS) expert consensus-derived injury assessment tool
Authors: Fuller Gordon , Howes Nathan , Mackenzie Roderick , Keating Samuel , Turner Janette , Holt Chris , Miller Joshua , Goodacre Steve
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Major trauma centre (MTC) care has been associated with improved outcomes for injured patients. English ambulance services and trauma networks currently use a range of triage tools to select patients for bypass to MTCs. A standardised national triage tool may improve
triage accuracy, cost-effectiveness and the reproducibility of decision-making.Methods: We conducted an expert consensus process to derive and develop a major trauma triage tool for use in English trauma networks. A web-based Delphi survey was conducted to identify and confirm candidate
triage tool predictors of major trauma. Facilitated roundtable consensus meetings were convened to confirm the proposed triage tool’s purpose, target diagnostic threshold, scope, intended population and structure, as well as the individual triage tool predictors and cut points. Public
and patient involvement (PPI) focus groups were held to ensure triage tool acceptability to service users.Results: The Delphi survey reached consensus on nine triage variables in two domains, from 109 candidate variables after three rounds. Following a review of the relevant evidence
during the consensus meetings, iterative rounds of discussion achieved consensus on the following aspects of the triage tool: reference standard, scope, target diagnostic accuracy and intended population. A three-step tool comprising physiology, anatomical injury and clinical judgement domains,
with triage variables assessed in parallel, was recommended. The triage tool was received favourably by PPI focus groups.Conclusions: This paper presents a new expert consensus derived major trauma triage tool with defined purpose, scope, intended population, structure, constituent
variables, variable definitions and thresholds. Prospective evaluation is required to determine clinical and cost-effectiveness, acceptability and usability.
Is the Calgary-Cambridge Model of consultation a suitable communication tool for students and newly qualified paramedics? A qualitative study
Authors: Hastings Claire
Published: May 2024

Introduction: The Calgary-Cambridge Model (C-CM), developed by Kurtz and Silverman in 1996, is a communication tool developed for doctors. Since its publication, it has been adopted by various healthcare professionals; however, no previous research has been identified that evaluates
its use in paramedic practice. This study aims to explore the experience of students and newly qualified paramedics (NQPs) applying the C-CM in practice, and establish their experiences and perceptions of its suitability as a communication tool in the pre-hospital environment.Methods:
This MSc research project, conducted in April‐May 2021, applied qualitative methods with thematic analysis to written reflections and semi-structured interview transcripts discussing the implementation of C-CM in paramedic practice. A convenience-quota sample of 11 participants, consisting
of third-year paramedic students and recent NQPs, were recruited. This research is reported using Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research (COREQ) reporting guidelines.Results: Eleven participants were recruited in total; nine consented to reflective writing analysis
and interviews, two consented to writing analysis only. Analysis of the writing samples allowed for a deductive approach to the interview plan. Participants consisted of seven males and four females. All eleven participants (ten British and one Indian) spoke English as a first language. Ages
ranged from 18 to 59 years. Career status was 46.2% third-year students and 53.8% NQPs. Four major themes were identified: barriers to implementation of the C-CM in practice; impact of C-CM on paramedic practice; C-CM as a teaching and learning tool in paramedic practice; and adaptation of
C-CM for paramedic practice.Conclusions: Participants suggested that implementation of C-CM leads to improved structure and shared decision-making; however, adaptions to make it more paramedic-focused would be welcomed. The diversity of patients and their preferences can make its
implementation challenging, and the negative feedback received from experienced ambulance staff was a significant concern to participants.
Niches of Agency: Romani Voices and Romani Allies in Compensation Procedures after 1945
Authors: Rauschenberger Joey
Published: May 2024

The article explores the underrepresentation of Romani perspectives and self-perceptions in historical research. It offers a methodological reflection on the role of petitions in Romani history before unearthing the contents of Germany’s compensation files. These state administrative files contain numerous acts of Romani self-assertion in the face of a rigid bureaucratic system. German Sinti and Roma countered majority society's practices of de-individualization through deliberate subjective action that challenged the authorities long before collective action in the late 1970s. The study reveals strategies that Roma developed to be entitled to the compensation due to Nazi victims. For example, they tried to provoke reaction through rhetorical stridency; organized help from third parties, professionals, and laypersons; or escalated to superiors. In doing so, the article reveals the complexity of the administrative practice of compensation for Nazi injustice, including actors such as the lawyers hired by Roma. Their ambivalent role and interests, which are sometimes supportive, sometimes less altruistic, hold potential for further research.
Ari Joskowicz. 2023. Rain of Ash: Roma, Jews, and the Holocaust. Princeton NJ: Princeton University Press.
Authors: Atanasova Maria Yordanova
Published: May 2024

The entangled Holocaust history of Roma and Jews throughout “Rain of Ash: Roma, Jews, and the Holocaust”, tells the untold stories of shared experiences and victimhood. Responding to “Who will tell the stories of the Romani Holocaust?”, Joskowicz acknowledges Roma's sufferings and highlights the uneven position of Roma in their pursuit of justice, as well as the lack of recognition, unequal resources, and uneven memorialization. Additionally, the book reflects the attitudes and narratives that are still being integrated across Europe, about Roma. The author acknowledges that scholars, activists, and lobbyists recognized the Romani genocide but also critically approaches the Romani scholarship. “Rain of Ash: Roma, Jews, and the Holocaust”, is an essential contribution to the Romani knowledge production and an invitation for Romani scholars and activists to engage further and question the past.
Kállai Ernő, György Majtényi, Zsuzsanna Mikó and Péter Tóth. 2022. The Hungarian Gypsies/ Roma I–II. Budapest: National Archives of Hungary.
Authors: Akın Burak
Published: May 2024

Unlike many other nations, the Roma lacked their own written historical records; thus, our understanding of their history is exclusively derived from the documents of the communities and societal settings they interacted with. This interaction rarely yielded substantial documentary evidence about the Roma. When records did emerge, they were often in the context of criminal activities, employment, and more commonly, due to the policies of sovereigns regulating their settlement and everyday life throughout various historical periods. Consequently, analysing these records on a singular, individual basis can lead to a skewed perception, thereby failing to provide a comprehensive understanding of Roma history. The book under review, “A magyarországi cigányok/romák I-II,” offers an extensive collection of sources, contributing significantly to the understanding of the Roma past within Hungarian historiography. This work is part of the “Minorities in Hungary: National, Ethnic, and Religious Communities” (Magyarországi kisebbségek: nemzeti, nemzetiségi és vallási közösségek) series. The selection of sources, editing, and preparation were undertaken by Ernő Kállai, György Majtényi, Zsuzsanna Mikó, Péter Tóth, and organized by the National Archives of Hungary.
On Romani Contemporaneity: Rethinking the Malgorzata Mirga-Tas Exhibition in Seville
Authors: Vargas Miguel Ángel
Published: May 2024

This essay delves into the representation and reclamation of Romani identity and experience in contemporary art, focusing on the work of Malgorzata Mirga-Tas, viewed from a Gitano point of view located in the South of Europe. Drawing on historical contexts and artistic movements, the essay examines the evolution of Romani portrayal in European art and the emergence of contemporary Romani art as a form of resistance and self-representation. Through an analysis of Mirga-Tas's artistic practice and its intersection with themes of coloniality, gender, and racialization, the essay explores how her work challenges dominant narratives and fosters a deeper understanding of Romani culture and history. Furthermore, the essay discusses the significance of Mirga-Tas's artistic interventions in reshaping perceptions of Romani identity and contributing to broader conversations about representation, power, and agency in the art world, including the cultural field of flamenco. Through a multidisciplinary approach encompassing art history, sociology, and cultural studies, this essay offers insights into the complexities of Romani contemporary art and its role in challenging entrenched stereotypes and advocating for social justice and recognition.
PLC İçeren RIS Destekli Kablosuz İletişim Sistemlerinin Kuramsal Analizi
Authors: Tidin Beren , Bilim Mehmet
Published: May 2024

Bu araştırma, enerji hattı iletişim (PLC) sistemini içeren uyarlanabilir akıllı yüzey (RIS) destekli bir kablosuz haberleşme sistem modelinin detaylı analizini sunmaktadır. Çalışmada ele alınan sistemde düğümler arası iletim hatları PLC, Nakagami-m ve Rayleigh olarak değerlendirilmektedir. Sisteme ait kümülatif yoğunluk fonksiyonun (cumulative distribution function, CDF) türetilmekte ve diğer analizlerde türetilen bu CDF ifadesinden yararlanılmaktadır. Yapılan analizler sonucunda elde edilen ifadelerin doğruluğu farklı senaryolarla birlikte simülasyonlarla sunulmaktadır.
An Ethogram for Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) in the Wild
Authors: Fauzia Alienda M , Kusrini Mirza Dikari , Mulyani Yeni Aryati , Sari Fitri Eka , Nusantara Muhammad Galih Gurenda , Setiawan Rezky Agust , Ariefiandy Achmad
Published: May 2024

The Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) of East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, is an endemic species protected by Indonesian law, mostly due to its population size and limited distribution. The natural distribution of the Komodo dragon is limited to Komodo National Park and several areas on the island of Flores and its surroundings. However, increasing population and tourism in its natural habitat might increase the conflict between the Komodo dragon and humans. To study the impact of human activities on the behavior of the Komodo dragon, we constructed an ethogram to catalog the behavioral inventories of the Komodo to enable future quantitative comparison. The Komodo dragon ethogram was obtained from observations in Loh Buaya and Loh Baru Resorts, Rinca Island, Komodo National Park. Observations were made on 10 adult males, 13 adult females, 12 sub-adult, and 3 juvenile Komodo dragons. Data were collected during July-September 2019, February-March 2020, and June-September 2020. Based on observations, observed behavior was grouped into 9 categories based on their function. Among them are sexual behavior, parental behavior, antagonistic behavior, ingestion/egestion, maintenance, movement, resting, and investigative.
PENDAMPINGAN KELOMPOK TANI PADA AGROWISATA SALAK DI DESA SIBETAN BERBASIS PRODUK UNGGULAN DAERAH
Authors: Sukanteri Ni Putu , Lestari Putu Fajar Kartika , Pratiwi Luh Putu Kirana , Susanti Ida Ayu Made , Amaral Ni Putu Anglila , Budiasa I Made
Published: May 2024

Agrowisata Desa Sibetan telah dibuka sejak tahun 2003, namun harapan adanya wisatawan yang datang ke Desa Sibetan dapat meningkatkan daya jual salak nyatanya wisatawan yang mengunjungi agrowisata belum optimal menjadi konsumen salak yang dihasilkan di Desa Sibetan, sehingga salak yang dihasilkan saat panen raya belum dapat dipasarkan seluruhnya. Kondisi ini membutuhkan dampingan kepada kelompok dalam mendukung agrowisata khususnya penguatan SDM di Desa Sibetan. Pengabdian dilakukan di Desa Sibetan, Kecamatan Bebandem, Kabupaten Karangasem. Pengabdian dilakukan dengan beberapa metode yaitu : Sosialisasi, Pelatihan, Pendampingan , Evaluasi, Tindak Lanjut. Pengabdian melibatkan kelompok yang bergerak dalam bidang produksi dan pemasar buah salak di Desa Sibetan berjumlah 5 Kelompok, adapun kelompok tersebut antara lain : Kelompok Dukuh Lestari, Kelompok Kerta Semaya, Werdi Guna, Mekar sari. Jumlah seluruh anggota kelompok sebanyak 118 orang. Kegiatan pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perubahan pengetahuan anggota kelompok dalam bidang pemasaran buah salak, pengemasan dan higenisasi produk yang di pasarkan di wilayah agrowisata. Pendampingan yang dilakukan pada kelompok tani di Desa Sibetan menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perubahan terhadap ketrampilan kelompok dalam pemasaran produk menggunakan media online, pengemasan salak dan higenisasi produk mencapai 80%. Hal ini disebabkan oleh adanya beberapa kendala yang dihadapi anggota kelompok seperti penguasaan teknologi dalam penggunaan android masih lemah.  Property untuk pengemasan salak belum banyak di jumpai di Desa Sibetan, dan higenisasi produk belum terbiasa dilakukan pada proses panen salak. Sehingga diperlukan pendampingan lanjutan untuk mengatasi kendala yang dihadapi kelompok.
PELATIHAN LAYANAN KONSELING PASTORAL BAGI KONSELOR SEBAYA DI GEREJA PROTESTAN MALUKU KLASIS MASOHI
Authors: Noya Andris , Taihuttu Josias , Kiriwenno Erlin , Aboda Marthalus
Published: May 2024

Permasalahan sosial di Indonesia dapat dengan mudah ditemui pada berbagai macam bidang maupun tempat. Berbagai persoalan yang dialami oleh umat mengharuskan gereja hadir sebagai mitra pemerintah dalam memberikan solusi. Layanan konseling pastoral merupakan salah satu strategi yang dapat dilakukan untuk menangani berbagai persoalan yang dialami oleh umat dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Pelatihan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan keterampilan konselor tentang layanan konseling pastoral. Metode yang digunakan dalam pelatihan ini yakni ceramah, diskusi, simulasi dan bermain peran. Pelatihan ini berlangsung di Jemaat GPM Bumei Sefluru dengan melibatkan peserta yang terdiri dari pendeta dan majelis jemaat yang menangani bidang konseling pastoral di gereja. Hasil dari pelatihan ini dapat dilihat dengan meningkatnya pemahaman dan keterampilan peserta sehubungan layanan konseling pastoral.
PENILAIAN PEDESAAN PARTISIPATIF (PRA) UNTUK PERIKANAN TANGKAP SAMBA YANG BERKELANJUTAN DI DESA SABALANA
Authors: Nurfadilah Nurfadilah , Auliansyah Auliansyah , R Muhammad Syahrir , Ihsan Fadhli Insani , Zuhrizal M. , Utam Pratita Budi
Published: May 2024

Masyarakat desa Sabalana sebagian besar bermata pencaharian sebagai nelayan perikanan tangkap dan memiliki tiga ekosistem laut yang penting. Nelayan biasan menggunakan berbagai jenis alat tangkap yang dioperasikan diekosistem tersebut utamanya pukat samba yang digunakan di  padang lamun. Pelaksanaan pengabdian dilakukan tahap I pada 21 Januari 2022 dan tahap II pada 3 – 5 Februari 2022, di Desa Sabalana. Pada tahap I kegitan ini dilakukan untuk memperkenalkan kapada masyarakat kegiatan yang akan dilakukan dan pada tahap II kegiatan pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan metode PRA berupa data profil perikanan dan informasi mengenai alat tangkap samba. Pada pengabdian ini didapatkan hasil bahwa masyarakat Desa Sabalana mayoritas berprofesi sebagai nelayan tangkap dan budidaya rumput laut dengan lokasi penangkapan di sekitar perairan Desa Sabalana. Alat tangkap yang digunakan yaitu alat tangkap pukat samba, Jaring insang, panah, bubu, dan pancing dengan hasil tangkapan yang berbagai jenis, hasil tersebut akan diolah menjadi ikan kering karena lokasi penjualan ikan segar sangat jauh dari desa. Jumlah hasil tangkapan yang besar didapatkan pada alat tangkap pukat samba. Penggunaan alat tangkap pukat samba hampir sama dengan pengoperasian pukat pantai, namun nelayan Sabalan mulai melakukan modifikasi alat menjadi samba rere.
EFEK RELAKSASI OTOT PROGRESIF DISERTAI MUSIK KLASIK TRHADAP STRESS DAN TEKANAN DARAH PASIEN HIPERTENSI SECARA CEPAT
Authors: Gultom Agustina Boru , Batubara Arbani , Afniwati Afniwati
Published: May 2024

Puskesmas Sunggal yang berada di Kecamatan Sunggal Kota Medan memiliki beberapa permasalahan kesehatan. Hipertensi menduduki peringkat ketiga dari sepuluh penyakit terbanyak tahun 2022. Salah satu wilayah kerja Puskesmas Sunggal Kota Medan yang banyak terdapat penderita hipertensi adalah wilayah Kecamatan Sunggal yang banyak terdapat penderita hipertensi. ada yang mengalami peningkatan tekanan darah, ada pula yang mengalami peningkatan ketegangan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah masyarakat yang mengalami hipertensi akan mengalami penurunan stres dan tekanan darah melalui latihan relaksasi otot progresif yang diiringi musik klasik. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat meliputi pengukuran stres menggunakan kuesioner SUDS (Subjective Units of Distress Scale) dan tekanan darah menggunakan alat tensi darah digital merk Omron sebelum pelatihan dimulai. Kemudian dilanjutkan intervensi berupa latihan relaksasi otot progresif diiringi musik klasik dengan menggunakan metode ceramah, tanya jawab, demonstrasi dan demonstrasi ulang latihan relaksasi otot progresif diiringi musik klasik. Kemudian, ukur kembali stres dan tekanan darah menggunakan kuesioner dan alat yang sama. Targetnya 30 pasien hipertensi yang dilakukan di wilayah Kecamatan Sunggal. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan penurunan stres sebesar 23,68%, penurunan tekanan darah sistolik sebesar 9,47 mmHg, diastolik sebesar 4,00 mmHg. Latihan relaksasi otot progresif yang diiringi musik klasik dapat memberikan kontribusi yang baik sebagai intervensi keperawatan non farmakologi dalam menurunkan stress dan menurunkan tekanan darah pada pasien hipertensi dengan cepat.
Partisipasi dan Pola Kerjasama Masyarakat dalam Penerapan Protokol Kesehatan pada Era Kenormalan Baru di Desa Apitaik Kecamatan Pringgabaya Kabupaten Lombok Timur
Authors: Zainul Hasani Muhammad , Syafruddin Syafruddin , Suud Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Corona Virus Desease 19 adalah sebuah wabah yang sedang melanda dunia. Penyebaraannya yang begitu pesat memerlukan tindakan pencegahan, salah satunya yaitu dengan menerapkan protocol kesehatan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi bentuk partisipasi dan pola kerjasama yang dilakukan masyarakat dalam melaksanakan protokol kesehatan pada masa kenormalan baru Covid-19 di Desa Apitaik, Kecamatan Pringgabaya, Kabupaten Lombok Timur. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus. Jenis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah data primer dan data sekunder. Data tersebut berasal dari subjek penelitian dan informan. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Analisis data melalui proses reduksi data, menyajikan data, dan menarik kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menemukan bahwa bentuk partisipasi dan pola kerjasama ditemukan pada proses penerapan protokol kesehatan di Desa Apitaik Kecamatan Pringgabaya Kabupaten Lombok Timur. 1) Bentuk-bentuk partisipasi masyarakat dalam pelaksanaan protokol kesehatan pada masa kenormalan baru Covid-19 di Desa Apitaik Kecamatan Pringgabaya Kabupaten Lombok Timur, yaitu a) Partisipasi pikiran. b) Partisipasi tenaga. c) Partisipasi keterampilan. d) Partisipasi harta benda. d) Partisipasi sosial., 2) pola kerjasama yang dilakukan masyarakat dalam melaksanakan protokol kesehatan pada masa kenormalan baru Covid-19, yaitu: a) Pola kerjasama yang harmonis. b) Pola kerjasama tawar menawar. c) Pola kerjasama kooptasi. d) Pola kerjasama koalisi.
Analysis of Students Chemistry Laboratory Literacy in High School
Authors: Mutiah Mutiah , Junaidi Eka , Irawan Jono
Published: May 2024

This research aims to identify the laboratory literacy level of SMA/MA students in Mataram City and describe laboratory literacy in 4 aspects: context, content, competence, and attitude, in carrying out practicums in the laboratory. Laboratory literacy measurement techniques through stages pre-lab to measure the ability of the content aspect, namely identifying knowledge initial or basic concepts that support practicum, subsequent stage lab work to measure context aspects, namely problem identification, analysis objectives, and principles of analytical methods for testing scientific ideas, and attitude aspects during practicum. Stagepost lab measuring competency aspects related to data analysis from practicum results as a basis for decision making. The research data was analyzed descriptively. Research results show that value. The average student laboratory literacy in the context and attitude aspects is high, namely 78.22 and 86.8, but for the content and competency aspects, it is still low, namely 54.26 and 54.15. The conclusions of this research are as follows: (1)Ability The average laboratory literacy of SMA/MA students in the city of Mataram is a category enough, namely 67.71. (2) The ability to apply chemistry to real-life problems (Chemical Literacy) can be improved by optimizing the use of laboratories as chemistry learning centers
Relation between Characteristics of the Gifted Students in Science and their Task Performance Stages
Authors:   Korean Science Education Society for the Gifted, Shin Juhyung , Oh Wonkun
Published: May 2024

In this study, it was assumed that it was necessary to separately investigate the characteristics of gifted students in science at each stage in the process of performing a task, rather than a single characteristic. For this purpose, the affective characteristics of gifted children, which are traditionally emphasized, such as motivation, passion, and task concentration, were assumed to be characteristics that are uniquely emphasized at each stage of task performance, such as beginning, progress, and completion. Afterwards, each category was matched to the task performance stage, and then the relationships within and between categories were investigated. These results showed that the affective characteristics of the gifted students in science had correlations within categories. However, the correlation of questions between categories was relatively high between the motivation category and the passion category, but the correlation between the motivation and task concentration categories was low. This means that each characteristic in the task concentration category is more unique than those in other categories. This pattern appeared similarly in all grades of middle school, with relatively more distinct results in the third grade. The correlation between the characteristics of each stage investigated in this study indicates that it continues meaningfully while students perform learning tasks regardless of grade in middle school.
Systematic Study of Ionic Liquid Microemulsion Method for Nano-sized MOF, ZIF-8 Synthesis
Authors:   Korean Science Education Society for the Gifted, Choi Seonghyeok , Jung Uijin , Han Seungmin , Choi Eun-Young
Published: May 2024

Porous Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) are composed of metal ions and organic ligands. Recently, nano-sized MOFs have been widely utilized in biomedical fields, including biosensing and drug delivery. Researchers are primarily focusing on reducing their particle sizes to the nanoscale with a uniform size distribution. An ionic liquid microemulsion, the one of the MOF synthesis mehtods is in the limelight as an effective way with the following advantages: grain size uniformity and eco-friendliness. In this work, systematic study to control grain size, morphology, and yield of ZIF-8 (Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-8) through ionic liquid microemulsion method was conducted in the new systems ‘water / surfactant (TX-100 or AOT) / CnmimX (n, the number of carbon = 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10 / X = Cl, Br, I)’. Furthermore, not only how the type of anion of ionic liquids, the length of carbon chain in them, the type of surfactants and the mass ratio change of the components affect the ZIF-8 synthesis results, respectively, was analyzed quantitatively through several characterization methods such as PXRD, TEM, DLS and FT-IR. Through this study, we aim to shed light on the infinite possibility of ionic liquid microemulsion method to synthesize desired size of nano-size MOF with uniformity.
Identification and Utilization of Cold Stress Responsive ERF Genes in Overwintering Chinese Cabbage
Authors:   Korean Science Education Society for the Gifted, Lee Yechan , Choi Hyojung , Lee Sang Sook
Published: May 2024

To mitigate plant freeze damage caused by extreme weather events, we need to elucidate the freeze resistance mechanism of freeze-tolerant plants through molecular biological approaches. Our research focuses on identifying the cold stress responsive, ERF(Ethylene-Responsive transcription Factor) genes that confer freeze tolerance in overwintering Chinese cabbage. Additionally, we aim to explore the molecular basis for conferring freezing tolerance to other organisms through genetic transformation. Expression of the ERF, cold stress responsive gene in overwintering Chinese cabbage, leads to the synthesis of AFP(Antifreeze Protein), which results in cellular freezing tolerance. We identified and sequenced functionally important ERF domain regions within the ERF genes, which we named BrERF1 and BrERF2. Their responsiveness to cold stress was confirmed through RT-PCR and qRT-PCR. Furthermore, we propose strategies to introduce BrERF1 and BrERF2 insertion plasmids into other organisms for transformation. Significant improvements in the freezing tolerance of transgenic organisms are expected to improve the productivity of these target organisms. In particular, the development of permanently transgenic plants using the BrERFs gene offers the possibility of increasing plant production under cold stress.
Case Study of Teaching Calculus and Differential Equation with Technological Devices in Gifted Education
Authors:   Korean Science Education Society for the Gifted, Park Jaehyeon , Seok Jinmyoung , Kang Woohyeok
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to present a year-long instructional case study of middle school mathematically gifted students in Science Gifted Education Center using technological devices to explore mathematical models based oncalculus and differential equation, and to draw implications for gifted education. In the classes conducted in this study, technological devices were used to compute expressions and visualize graphs. The use of technological devices reduced the amount of time spent on calculations and graphing, allowing more time for interpretation and discussion of models. As a result, students understood the calculus and differential equation models and interpreted the models in various ways using graphs based on abundant discussion time. The results of this study show that it is possible to explore calculus and differential equation models at the middle school level by using technological devices. Furthermore, visualization with technological devices provides opportunities for observation and discovery of mathematics and allows for plentiful discussion and interpretation by securing time for interaction among students, so there is a need for more active use of technological devices in gifted classes.
A Case Study on the Generalization Process of the Assembly System by Mathematically Gifted Students
Authors:   Korean Science Education Society for the Gifted, Kim Keunbae , Park Dalwon
Published: May 2024

The synthetic division in school mathematics is introduced as a method to easily obtain the quotient and remainder in the division of polynomials, but it is limited to when the divisor is a first-order polynomial and is handled mechanically based only on calculation convenience. Accordingly, in this paper, we studied how analogical thinking is expressed in synthetic divison and generalization of synthetic division in long divison for mathematically giftedstudents. In mathematically gifted students when the divisor is a quadratic polynomial and further in the generalization of synthetic division. At first, mathematically gifted students were unable to find the quotient and remainder using long division method when the divisor polynomial was quadratic, and found the quotient and remainder using the concept of identity. However, by analyzing the principle of long division process and comparing it with synthetic division method, they were able to find the quotient and remainder when the divisor polynomial was quadratic. By analogy, synthetic division was completed. Later, in the generalization of synthetic division, the principle of synthetic division was described and a method for calculating the quotient and remainder was successfully presented. Therefore, the analogy is positive for developing mathematical thinking and fostering an investigative attitude to understand the detailed principles of synthetic division by analyzing long division process, breaking away from the simple mechanical synthetic division when the divisor is a linear polynomial and developing an attitude of inquiry that can make generalizations.
Sobre Contos de Kolimá, de Varlam Chalámov
Authors: Silva Andrea Zeppini Menezes da
Published: May 2024

O artigo faz uma leitura de Contos de Kolimá, de Varlam Chalámov, a partir dos conceitos de trauma e da literatura de testemunho. O escritor começou a compor esses contos assim que saiu de seus 17 anos em campos do Gulag. E escreveu sua obra-prima ao longo de vinte anos. O artigo mostra como a ferida aberta por essa experiência ressoa em algumas escolhas literárias do autor.
Estudo de casos múltiplos: a gênese dos projetos de infraestrutura escolar na Educação Física
Authors: Ferreira Neto Rubem Barboza
Published: May 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo estudar o fenômeno da infraestrutura escolar (IE) como política pública educacional nas aulas de Educação Física de cinco escolas públicas municipais dos anos finais do ensino fundamental da cidade de Armação dos Búzios-RJ, Brasil. Trata-se de um estudo de metodologia investigativa qualitativa, no formato estudo de casos múltiplos. A entrevista semiestruturada foi utilizada como instrumento de coleta e produção de dados. Participaram do estudo 10 atores educacionais, igualmente divididos entre professores e diretores escolares. O tratamento dos dados ocorreu pela análise de conteúdo através de três categorias: a Ineficiência Pública; o Descaso Público e; a Precarização. Infere-se que a ausência de instalações escolares como quadra de esportes é estrutural e está na gênese dos projetos arquitetônicos escolares das políticas públicas educacionais do Poder Executivo Municipal.
A eficácia das provas provinciais na avaliação de competências dos alunos da 12ª classe - análise da percepção dos professores, um ponto de partida: Caso das Escolas Secundárias de Lhanguene e da Zona Verde
Authors: Mussoho Jorge , Joaquim José Gonçalves , Liasse Ornila Domingos Verol Sande
Published: May 2024

O presente estudo, visa analisar a percepção dos professores a respeito da Eficácia das Provas Provinciais na Avaliação de Competências dos alunos da 12ª classe. A pesquisa teve lugar na Província e Cidade de Maputo envolvendo vinte e quatro professores das Escolas Secundárias da Lhanguene e Zona Verde. A colecta de dados foi feita a partir de questionários contendo perguntas fechadas e entrevistas meio de um roteiro contendo perguntas abertas. Da análise de dados e depoimentos dos entrevistados concluiu-se que os professores denotam subjectividade na gestão das destas provas, tanto pelos critérios de selecção de professores que as elaboram, quanto de selecção das matérias por avaliar. Em função dos seus objectivos, concluiu-se que as Provas Provinciais visam essencialmente acompanhar o cumprimento dos programas de Ensino e familiarizar os alunos aos exames e não avaliar competências dos alunos.
Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos: Estudos e perspectivas
Authors: Santos Calila Teixeira , Santos Fabrine Teixeira , Damasceno Naiane Talita dos Santos , Souza Luana Matos de , Bispo Jorge Luiz Peixoto , Nascimento Ingrid Silva Barberino do , Jatobá Valéria Almeida , Xavier Aissa da Silva , Santos Juracir Silva , Silva Emerson Santos da , Luz Vânia Pimentel , Pacheco Alana Lima , Silva Fabiana Oliveira da , Oliveira Pedro Rogério de , Rebouças Karine Hojo , Silva Vandielson de Jesus , Santos Acássio de Santana
Published: May 2024

É com grande satisfação que apresentamos o e-book "Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos: Estudos e Perspectivas". Este compêndio reúne uma série de capítulos que abordam temas contemporâneos e relevantes no campo das ciências agrárias, com um enfoque especial em alimentos. Nosso objetivo é oferecer uma visão abrangente e atualizada sobre os avanços, desafios e tendências que moldam a ciência e a tecnologia de alimentos hoje.

A ciência dos alimentos é uma área multidisciplinar que engloba a química, biologia, engenharia e nutrição para melhorar a qualidade, segurança e sustentabilidade dos alimentos que consumimos. Este e-book é uma coletânea de estudos e pesquisas de diversos especialistas que compartilham suas descobertas e insights sobre os mais variados aspectos dessa área.

Entre os temas abordados, destacam-se:

Inovações em Processamento de Alimentos: Técnicas emergentes que visam otimizar a produção, melhorar a segurança e conservar os nutrientes dos alimentos.
Qualidade e Segurança Alimentar: Estudos sobre métodos de detecção de contaminantes, análise de riscos e regulamentações que garantem a segurança dos produtos alimentares.
Nutrição e Saúde: Pesquisas sobre o impacto dos alimentos na saúde humana, desenvolvimento de alimentos funcionais e estratégias para combate à desnutrição e doenças relacionadas à alimentação.
Sustentabilidade na Produção de Alimentos: Abordagens para reduzir o impacto ambiental da produção de alimentos, incluindo agricultura sustentável, uso eficiente de recursos e redução de desperdício.
Tecnologia e Inovação: Exploração de novas tecnologias, como biotecnologia, nanotecnologia e inteligência artificial, aplicadas na indústria alimentícia.
Cada capítulo foi cuidadosamente selecionado para oferecer uma visão detalhada e fundamentada sobre os tópicos mais relevantes e inovadores na ciência e tecnologia de alimentos. Os autores são pesquisadores e profissionais renomados, que compartilham suas experiências e contribuições para o avanço desta área vital.

Esperamos que este e-book seja uma fonte valiosa de conhecimento para estudantes, pesquisadores, profissionais da indústria alimentícia e todos aqueles interessados em entender e melhorar os sistemas de produção de alimentos. Que ele inspire novas pesquisas, inovações e práticas que contribuam para um futuro alimentar mais seguro, saudável e sustentável.

Boa leitura!
Enhancing arithmetic skills through working memory: A review of interventions and strategies
Authors: Boz Selma
Published: May 2024

This review article investigates the relationship between elementary school children’s arithmetic skills and working memory, and it shows strategies and interventions to improve their arithmetic proficiency. This review highlights the role of working memory in information processing while solving arithmetic problems. It also proposes the specific methods used for enhancing arithmetic skills, such as instructional techniques and cognitive training programs. In the line of comprehensive examinations of empirical studies, this article presents effective approaches to educators and researchers who are exploring to foster development of school-age children in mathematics by utilizing the functionality of working memory.
Antibiotic resistance and plasmid profile of bacteria associated with nosocomial infections: A case study of Ekiti -State Teaching Hospital
Authors: Falilat Toyin AKINRULI  , Funmi Agnes AJAYI
Published: May 2024

Many serious health problems resulting in an enormous burden of morbidity and high health care costs are traceable to infections caused by the nosocomial pathogens; major victims are relatives of patients, the care givers who are doing their legal duties and at times the patients whose conditions could be complicated. The causative organisms of these infections and their sensitivity to antibiotics need to be ascertained. This study investigated the antibiotic sensitivity and plasmid profile of bacteria associated with nosocomial infections. A total of 45 samples were collected from children, male and female surgical wards in Ekiti State Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti by using swab sticks and settling plates method. Isolation of bacteria, antibiotic sensitivity and plasmid profiling of the isolates were carried out using standard microbiological methods. The results showed that a total of 56 bacterial isolates were obtained from the 3 different wards, this includes Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Escherichia coli, Lactobacillus fermenti, Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus cereus and Micrococcus luteus. Staphylococcus aureus had the highest frequency of occurrence with 30(53.6%), followed by Staphylococcus epidermidis 10(17.7%), Escherichia coli 7(12.5%), Lactobacillus fermentii and Micrococcus luteus 3(5.4%) and Bacillus subtilis 2(3.6%) respectively, while Bacillus cereus 1(1.8%) had the least frequency of occurrence. The gram positive isolates were more resistant to the antibiotics compare to the gram negative isolates, Staphylococcus aureus was the most resistant of all the isolates followed by Staphylococcus epidermidis, the five representative resistant isolates harbored plasmid of different sizes. The findings of this study suggests that patients, care givers and visitors to the hospital should maintain good personal hygiene and proper sanitary measures to avoid nosocomial infections, therefore, surveillance of nosocomial pathogens is important to reduce hospital stay, cost, morbidity and mortality rate.
Trauma of the spine: Epidemiological aspects and tomodensitometric in Niamey
Authors: Inoussa DAOUDA BAKO  , Maman Rabilou SALEY MANI  , Mahamat Hissene TIJANI  , Mahamane Taher SIDIBE  , Animou MAHAMAN SANDA  , Abdoul Wahab ISSA  , Gidah SEYDOU
Published: May 2024

Introduction: The trauma of spine is a frequent pathology. It is a pathology of young male adults. Medical imaging in particular CT scan is essential in the precise assessment of traumatic bone lesions of the spine. Aim: Study the epidemiological and computed tomography aspects of spine trauma in radiology and medical imaging services at the Niamey National Hospital and the Niamey Reference General Hospital. Materials and methods: This is a retrospective and prospective study about 73 cases collected at Niamey National Hospital and Niamey Reference General Hospital from January 1, 2016 to October 31, 2019. Results: In this study, male sex was largely predominant. The age group 20-30 was the most represented. The cervical and back spinal floors were the most explored. The fracture was the most found lesion. The compact fracture is the most recorded fracture in the vertebral body. The cervical spine was the seat of the majority of fractures. The anterior luxation was notified, and like the fracture, it was mainly located at the level of the cervical spine more precisely at the level of C5-C6. The post-traumatic disc hernia was mainly cervical and the location was majority C5-C6. Note the spinal channel was mostly normal. Conclusion: The trauma of the spine is a frequent pathology which most often affects young male adults. Computed tomography allows a balance of traumatic bone lesions of the spine.
Levels of emotional intelligence and years of experience on resilience among working adults
Authors: Khushboo Chandan  , Lokesh L
Published: May 2024

Emotional intelligence scores and resilience levels were evaluated to investigate the correlations between them. Analyzing the impact of years of experience and emotional intelligence on resilience was one of the objectives. Resilience, years of experience, and emotional intelligence were defined operationally, and hypotheses were developed. 151 Indian working professionals between the ages of 21 and 35 provided self-report questionnaires from which data was gathered. The Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire - Short Form and the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale were employed. To analyze the data, multiple regression analysis and Pearson's correlation coefficient were used. The findings showed that emotional intelligence and resilience were positively correlated, with emotional intelligence being a substantial predictor of resilience. There was, however, little proof that years of expertise and resilience were related. Sample and response biases, a cross-sectional design, a focus on demographics, and confounding variables were among the limitations. To achieve a thorough grasp of emotional intelligence, years of experience, and resilience across varied groups, future research should make use of demographic diversification, random sampling, longitudinal investigations, and objective assessments.
Cautery excision of oral mucocele in pediatric children: A case report
Authors: Putri Qomaria Andarini  , Nora Kharisma Rissandhika  , Rosiana Prayogo  , Siti Nur Lestari  , Firly Cahya Khairani  , Prawati Nuraini
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Oral mucocele is a common, oral lesions that mostly present as painless, clear, or bluish cysts on the lower lip of children and young adults. These are harmless, mucus-filled growths usually resulting from a little salivary gland or duct injury. Mucus can leak into surrounding subepithelial tissue when the salivary glands are injured by lip biting, sucking, or trauma. This is known as a mucus extravasation cyst, and it is the most frequent variety of mucoceles. This report presents two cases of mucocele. Case History: Two case studies of oral mucoceles reported that almost all included lip mucoceles were clinically bullous lesions, it was soft, fluctuant, and palpable, which corroborates the hypothesis that lip mucoceles are commonly incited by traumatic injury such as tooth impingement and lip-biting habit. All cases were treated with a simple excision using an electrocautery. Two lesion diagnosis was confirmed by Histopathology anatomy (HPA). Discussion: Mucoceles are common oral lesions often seen in children and adolescents, typically caused by lip biting due to psychological stress. Diagnosis is based on clinical features such as rapid appearance, size variations, and bluish color. Treatments include scalpel excision and electrocautery, with electrocautery providing minimal bleeding and painless wounds. Conclusion: One of the typical salivary gland lesions in the oral cavity is mucocele. The use of electrocautery is known to be beneficial for wound healing. Awareness education for children and parents is necessary to eliminate a lip-biting habit.
Depression, quality of life, and cognitive abilities among older adults
Authors: R Amridi  , Vimala M
Published: May 2024

The world’s population is aging at an increasing rate. According to the World Health Organization, the global population over 60 is expected to double between 2015 and 2050. Mental health is crucial at every stage of life, encompassing emotional, psychological, and social well-being. This study aimed to explore the relationship between cognitive abilities, depression, and quality of life among older adults as well as to investigate the impact of depression on cognitive abilities and quality of life. Convenience sampling was used to collect data from 107 older adults (61 females and 46 males) living in residential homes with the family or old age homes. Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination-III, the Geriatric Depression Scale short form, and The World Health Organization Quality of Life Brief Version were used for administration. Non-parametric approaches using Mann Whitney U test, Spearman correlation, and linear regression were employed for data analysis. A significant difference in the levels of depression between older adults living at home with their families and older adults living in old age homes was found. Depression and cognitive abilities and depression and quality of life were found to be significantly negatively correlated. A significant regression equation was present depicting depression has a notable impact on both cognitive abilities and quality of life. The results of this study can contribute to raising awareness and acknowledging the presence of depression and its related effects among older adults, regardless of their living circumstances.