bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Finansjeryzacja lokalności i kulturowe spojrzenie na pieniądz finansowy
Authors: Górka Michał
Published: June 2024

Financialization is “a pattern of accumulation in which profits accrue primarily through financial channels rather than through trade and commodity production”. The expansion of the financial sector is enabled by a credit money mechanism that takes on a fictitious character. As a result, financialization leads to the reproduction of social inequality and the subordination of individual behavior to the logic of financial markets. According to critics of the process, local culture is being destroyed by credit money. In this paper, the author points to the social basis of financialization by demonstrating the ways in which local communities produce money – personalizing it and creating its meaning based on debt relationships. He illustrates the influence of culture on money using the example of microfinance and its criticism. Finally, the author proposes a different perspective on financialization, which – by combining the mutual influence of culture and money – allows for changing the categories of thinking about contemporary sources of locality and the divide between the global and the local. Key-words: financialization, microfinance, money theory, credit money, debt relationships, local communities
Luzowanie ontologii. O wytwarzaniu więcej-niż-ludzkich lokalności na Górnym Śląsku
Authors: Kopel Konrad , Pisarek Adam
Published: June 2024

The article introduces the double loosening of modern ontology, which the authors recognize as a valuable but overly totalizing theoretical tool. The recognition of ontological practices (fishing and nature photography) reveals how they produce not-quite-modern localities. This bottom-up, everyday loosening inspires the authors to make a second loosening – of theoretical models geared at grasping a coherent modernity. The argument thus highlights the discontinuous, patchy, and ambiguous nature of the modern world’s duration. Key-words: ontological practices, ontological anthropology, modern ontology
Metodologias ativas no ensino lúdico de políticas de segurança de redes e firewall
Authors: Santos Estêvão , Do Carmo Edenilson , Segundo Fagno , Frazão Mariane , Santos Vitoria
Published: June 2024

Este estudo apresenta uma metodologia lúdica para o ensino de políticas de segurança de redes e firewalls, utilizando gamificação como ferramenta pedagógica para alunos da disciplina de Projeto de Redes e Segurança da Universidade do Estado do Pará (UEPA). O método combinou teoria e prática através de dinâmicas, como o uso de cartas para simular o funcionamento de firewalls, e exercícios de múltipla escolha para avaliar a retenção de conteúdo. Nas quais os resultados mostram aproveitamento médio de 70,83% e satisfação dos alunos, demonstrando a eficácia da gamificação no contexto educacional.
LONG-TERM PREDICTION OF CLIMATE VARIABLES OF THE LAKE VAN BASIN: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS USING STATISTICAL AND DEEP LEARNING MODELS
Authors: Pala Zeydin , Şevgin Fatih
Published: June 2024

The aim of the present study is to predict environmental conditions in the basin of Lake Van in the Eastern Anatolia, Türkiye. The datasets for the period between January 1950 and June 2023 that include critical parameters like sunshine hours, temperature, precipitation, and humidity were used for predicting. The research developed a two-way approach that combines statistical-based models which include Auto.Arima, SARIMA and TBATS models together with deep learning-based models like NNTAR, MLP and ELM. The model's accuracy and reliability are being evaluated by using the test lengths of 60, 72, and 84 months periods during the forecasting process. Evaluation metrics, especially the root mean square error (RMSE) and mean absolute error (MAE) were used to numerically show the capability of every model. This trial is a major contribution to environmental forecasting literature by focusing on a particular geographical zone, ensuring environment parameters diversity, employing diverse prediction models, and offering a long-term view. The conclusions have been proved meaningful for researchers and environmentalists who dedicate their time to climate science, environmental management, and sustainable development in the Eastern Anatolia region of Türkiye
Global Economic Policy Uncertainty and Corporate Investment: Empirical Evidence from Vietnam
Authors: CAO Minh Man
Published: June 2024

The Economic Policy Uncertainty Index is an important indicator that influences the corporate financial and investment behavior of companies. In this study, the corporate investment behavior from 2018 to 2020 of 354 non-financial firms listed in Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange is analyzed to determine how businesses respond to changes in the Global EPU index and to determine how Leverage, Cash flow, Tobin’s Q, Size, and Sales Growth affect business investment. In addition, the research also examined how corporate investment differs between state-owned companies and non-state-owned companies. The data was hand collected and analyzed by Pooled OLS Regression and Fixed-Effect Model through STATA software to determine the relationship between corporate investment and explanatory variables. The results of the study indicate that the correlation between corporate investment and the global EPU index is inversely proportional. This study also proves that the increase of leverage ratio is a factor that helps business investment growth.
Determining Factors of Educational Opportunities: Reflections on Intergenerational Educational Mobility
Authors: Douglas David Naranjo , Roig Belén Burgos , Valencia Valeria Carrasco
Published: June 2024

This article examines the dynamics of intergenerational educational mobility by analyzing the impact of parents' educational levels on the educational achievements of their children. Through a review of the last twenty years of related literature, the study confirms a strong positive correlation between the educational levels of parents and their offspring. It emphasizes how parental education is a critical factor in breaking poverty cycles and improving social mobility, especially in socioeconomically disadvantaged families. The interaction between parental education and the educational outcomes of children and adolescents is complex, incorporating socioeconomic and demographic factors, educational policies, as well as cultural capital and neighborhood effects. The findings underline the need for multifaceted public policy interventions that promote educational equity and support equal opportunities, aiming to enhance intergenerational mobility and foster a just society. The study offers valuable perspectives focusing on the importance of addressing interconnected variables that contribute to persistent educational disparities and hinder social progress.
The Values of Responsibility in the parental relationship: Concept and Rooting: from Quran and Sunnah
Authors: Alrefaie Sameera
Published: June 2024

This research aims to establish the values of responsibility in the parental relationship from the Holy Qur’an and the pure Sunnah, using the analytical descriptive, and rooting approaches. The research divided into two sections: the concept of dialogue values and the rooting of science and the need for it and its foundations, while the second topic: applications of dialogue values to the parental relationship from the Qur’an and Sunnah. The research reached several conclusions, the most prominent of which is that the values of dialogue in the family are defined: the criteria that family members take into consideration while communicating with each other, whether in family, parental or marital relationship, and The relationship of brothers to each other. Accordingly, the researcher recommends studying holy texts from Qur’an and the Sunnah related to parental and marital relations and making them a field for research and scientific and educational consideration.
Temperatures and Their Impact on Tourism Activity in Dhi Qar Governorate: An Applied Climate Study
Authors: Alomar Amel kareem okab , Almhameed Abdulrazaq khayoun
Published: June 2024

Temperatures significantly impact individuals, affecting their health and comfort. Extreme temperatures, whether high or low, can hinder a person's ability to work and engage in various activities. Consequently, people seek to minimize the negative effects of temperature on their comfort by finding places that alleviate thermal discomfort. Tourism is particularly sensitive to temperature variations, thriving during times and seasons with moderate temperatures and a comfortable atmosphere. Tourist activity tends to increase during these favorable periods, while it declines markedly during seasons with extreme temperatures. This research investigates the impact of three climatic elements on tourism activity in Dhi Qar Governorate. The study adopts Thom's temperature hypothesis and the wind cooling hypothesis by Sabul and Basel to determine the types of comfort influencing tourism in the area, utilizing climatic data from the Nasiriyah station. The analysis identifies general comfort levels, both day and night, to ascertain the optimal times and months for tourism. The findings reveal that March and November are the most comfortable and ideal months for tourism based on general temperature and humidity. April and November are considered relatively comfortable, with 10% of tourists experiencing some discomfort. When examining temperature and humidity during the day, December and February are identified as the best months for tourism, providing complete comfort. March, November, and January are found to be relatively comfortable. Additionally, the study evaluates the effect of wind on tourist comfort using general temperature and wind speed data. The wind cooling hypothesis shows that winds significantly cool the atmosphere in April and October (primary degree) and in February and November (secondary degree), making these months colder. In contrast, the negative impact of winds becomes evident during the extremely hot summer months, making the weather unsuitable for tourism.
Levels, Objectives and Variables in Scientific Research
Authors: Espinoza-Pajuelo Luis Ángel , Ochoa-Pachas José Mario
Published: June 2024

It is common to use Bloom's taxonomy to write research objectives; however, it is often forgotten that this Bloomian classification corresponds to the teaching–learning process. Likewise, is not usual to include the levels or scope of research since so many classifications have been proposed, suggesting that science can be fragmented and that qualitative studies have nothing to do with quantitative studies and vice versa. Regardless of the coincidences and discrepancies that may exist, researchers require a guideline that is based on the principles of science to be able to organize and structure their studies and that allows for growth and development, removing biases and partialities from analysis. It is necessary to remember that a taxonomy is valid if it adheres to the criteria that scientific knowledge itself indicates. This research is an exploratory and observational study whose purpose is to identify its objectives according to its levels with their respective study variables.
Third Parties' Intervention in Modifying the Substance of The Contract in The Event of Contractual Imbalance Comparative Study
Authors: Ouda Hussam Oabes , Ridha Prof. Dr. Hussein Abdullah Abdul
Published: June 2024

Achieving contractual justice is linked to the necessity of maintaining the contractual balance, which may be disturbed in contracts of adhesion or consumption, or when emergency incidents occur, which requires allowing others to intervene to amend the content of the contract in order to restore the imbalance in the contract. We have tried in this research to explain the treatments. Legislation for this intervention, identifying its deficiencies and deficiencies, and presenting the necessary proposals to overcome them. The descriptive and analytical approaches, and the comparative study method, were used to reach the best results.
Optimizing Internship Placement Process: A Study on the Implementation of an Internship Placement Management System (IPMS) at Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia to Improve Efficiency and Student Experience
Authors: Lamin Nor Zakiah , Jusoh Wan Nor Asnida Wan , Zainudin Anis Juanita Mohd , Samad Nor Hafiza Abd , Badari Khairatul Alyani
Published: June 2024

Managing student internship and placement of Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM) students is a task that needs to be handled systematically and efficiently. With proper management and organization of data, a proper system can help in managing data and manipulating it to get more information and produce more results in reporting. This study aims to improve the process of managing students for internship placement using a new proposed system called IPMS (Internship Placement Management System). The evolutionary prototyping models were used as a methodology to develop the IPMS (Internship Placement Management System). There are 5 (FIVE) categories of users involved in this system that have 6 (SIX) modules to be used according to their roles. The modules will consist from the beginning which is managing the users’ information records, processing internship applications and confirmation, updating continuous progress from the students, assignment of academic supervisor by the Coordinator, students’ internship performance evaluation, and reporting. The implementation of IPMS will help the Coordinator monitor the process from the beginning of the internship until the end.  Therefore, the new proposed system, IPMS (Internship Placement Management System) will be useful and helpful in keeping track of and managing the complete process of internship placement in Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM).
Marketing and Sustainable Economic Development of the Energy Complex: A Case Study of the Administrative And Legal Planning of a Public-Private Partnership
Authors: Baluk Nadiia , Androshchuk Ilona , Havadzyn Nataliia , Zhyvko Zinaida , Hura Vadim
Published: June 2024

The main purpose of the article is to present a modern methodological approach to choosing the most optimal model of administrative and legal planning of public-private partnership in the context of sustainable development of the energy complex, taking into account various aspects, including issues of security and rational resource use. The object of the study is a system of administrative and legal planning public-private partnership models in the context of sustainable development and security of the energy complex. The research methodology involves the use of the method of strategizing of administrative and legal planning for the sustainable development of public-private partnerships, the method of the vector of efficiency of public-private partnerships, as well as the method of game-theoretic modeling. As a result, a methodological approach was formed to strategies of administrative and legal planning for the sustainable development of public-private partnerships in the energy sector. The optimal interaction model between the state and the private sector in this context was selected.
Tax Reforms and Their Effect on Social Inequality
Authors: Macías Natalia Torres , Gaitán Anderson González
Published: June 2024

Fiscal policy obeys an axis of government management to guide economic and social investments where   the general good prevails; recognizing that taxation is a mechanism that guarantees public spending. The objective of this reflection article is to describe the characteristics of the tax reforms and their effect on social inequality. For this, a documentary review was carried out from 30 documents selected with inclusion criteria; showing that inequality is multifactorial in nature and arises from the nation's inability to allocate income based on social investment. Finally, it was concluded that the reforms in their tax essence have a greater footprint of tax evasion and a clear impact on salary inequality that targets the less favored classes. For its part, the novelty is reflected with the approach of a particular analysis regarding the concept of social inequality.
The Relationship Between Self-Compassion and Symptoms of Physical Deformities in Adolescents
Authors: Abdalla MEIRI, Elwaleed, , SH ALDAWSARI, Hafia,
Published: June 2024

Current-focused detection education Adolescent self-compassion and physical deformity symptoms, and demographic inequalities. The sample included N=293 teenagers. Study goals were met using the self-compassion measure. (Neff et al., 2021) The External Appearance Anxiety Scale (Park, 2007) and external rejection sensitivity meter (Roberts et al., 2018). The study demonstrated a positive link between self-compassion and sensitivity to appearance-based rejection (R=0.345) and anxiety about outward appearance (R=0.553). Teens with physical abnormalities had an average arithmetic mean of 3.26 self-compassion. Two sections rated very high, four scored about average, and outward appearance concern had an arithmetic mean of 2.63. It was also found that there was a statistically significant difference at the level of statistical significance (α = 0.05) according to the gender variable on the scale of rejection sensitivity due to appearance, and there were no differences on the rest of the scales, and there was no difference on anxiety about external appearance according to the school level variable, and there were no differences on the rest of the scales, and there were differences on self-compassion and anxiety about external appearance, and there were no differences on the rejection sensitivity scale due to appearance attributed to the weight variable, and there was a difference in empathy with Self and there are no differences on the rest of the scales according to the variable "Have you performed an operation," and it was found that the differences in the gender variable came in favor of males compared to females, while the differences in weight came between the category "my weight is commensurate with my height and I have excess weight by more than 20%" and the category "my weight is proportional to my height" and the differences were in favor of the first category, and with regard to the variable differences according to the order between my brothers and sisters, the dimensional comparisons show that there are differences between the first or second category and between The latter category and in favor of the first and second, and finally it was found that there is a statistically significant contribution at the level of significance (a = .05) for the variables of the study These characteristics account for 4% of self-compassion variance, but they predict plastic surgery exposure greatest, current weight second, and gender least.
Exploring Factors Contributing to the Erosion of Integrity Among Education Personnel in Malaysia: A Case Study in Perlis
Authors: Hamdah Nor Halmey , Udin Mashitah Mohd , Rosli Nur Syahirah Mad , Khamri Zeti Irne Mohd , Hussain Ahmad Atory
Published: June 2024

This study examines the erosion of integrity among education personnel in Perlis, Malaysia, through institutional theory. It investigates the institutional pressures, norms, and practices influencing ethical behavior and offers suggestions to enhance integrity within the education system. Using qualitative methods such as document analysis, interviews, and focus group discussions, the study reveals the significant impact of institutional pressures, the need for a shared understanding of integrity, the role of leadership, and the importance of recognizing ethical conduct. It emphasizes the interplay between individual agency and institutional forces in shaping behavior, advocating for a comprehensive approach to promote integrity. The findings highlight the importance of policies, collaborative efforts, and evidence-based strategies in fostering a culture of integrity, contributing to a fair, transparent, and accountable education system in Malaysia.
The Essence of Blended Learning: What It Really Means?
Authors: AlAli Rommel , Wardat Yousef
Published: June 2024

This study explores the essence of blended learning, an educational approach combining traditional face-to-face instruction with online and technology-mediated activities. As educational environments rapidly evolve due to technological advancements, it is crucial to understand blended learning's theoretical foundations, practical applications, and potential benefits. The research provides a comprehensive analysis of blended learning, addressing its definition, key components, pedagogical frameworks, and implementation challenges. Through a systematic literature review and comparative analysis, the study highlights the flexibility of blended learning, allowing for a balanced approach to education that leverages the strengths of both face-to-face and online learning. Key findings underscore the importance of continuous assessment, effective curriculum integration, and addressing practical challenges to enhance blended learning's effectiveness. The study offers practical guidelines and best practices for educators and policymakers to implement blended learning successfully, ultimately aiming to improve educational outcomes in the evolving technological landscape.
The Importance of Taking the Expert's Opinion
Authors: Massarwh Awny Ahmed
Published: June 2024

This study aimed to get acquainted with the importance of taking the expert’s statement of ijtihad, as the correct legal ruling for any of disasters comes only with its understanding, conception, and realization of its frame in a correct and accurate way. Therefore, no fatwa can be valid, and no judgment can be established without a conception of the reality and the essence of the emerging disaster. This is not possible without referring to the experts and their opinions in these disasters when the scholars are unable to reach their truth, essences, and perception. The researcher followed the comparative analytical approach to his suitability of the nature of the study, and the most prominent results of the study were that the expert’s opinion is extremely important in the fatwa of the Mufti and the judge’s judgment, and neither of them can dispense with the expert and his clarifications, because his opinion contributes to controlling individual and collective fatwas and avoids disturbance, shortcomings and chaos, and leads to provide an accurate and complete depiction of the reality for the mufti and judge before they take the correct legal judgment in these disasters and developments which are in their hands, which fulfills the purposes of the street and takes into account the implications of this judgment in the reality of the life of the concerned, because the judgment on something is a branch of its perception and that the assistance and the referring to the experts in the disasters and developments; will assist and enable the mufti and the judge to attain responsibility for these issues, which removes confusion, concealment and ambiguity in its subdivisions, and their depiction of facts related to their specialty which are awaiting the legal judgment of both, and that the scholar- whether it is an individual or a group of scholars (institutional collective ijtihad) - before taking these opinions issued by the people of experience, must set his sights in mind a set of controls that control and regulate the use of experts' opinions. From here, the urgent need appears, and the great role that the expert plays and his expertise and techniques play in controlling the fatwa or judicial rulings to keep him away from shortcomings, and brings him to the optimum intent, which is reaching of the right which pleasing to God - Mighty and Glorious - and His prophet, our master Muhammad - Peace Be Upon Him
Analysis of Confucius and Dewey's Educational Ideas for Vietnam's Education
Authors: DOAN Van Re
Published: June 2024

Presently, numerous educators both domestically and internationally have made significant contributions to the formation and advancement of educational ideas. Notably, Confucius from China and John Dewey from the United States have exerted a profound impact on modern educational practice and theory. This paper aims to analyse and contrast the educational philosophies of Confucius and Dewey in order to identify the similarities and differences in their theories within various national and social contexts. The objective is to extract the essence of their educational thoughts to benefit Vietnam's educational endeavours and offer valuable perspectives for educational reform in the country.
PREVALENCE AND ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE PROFILES OF BACTERIAL ISOLATED FROM BURN WOUND INFECTIONS
Authors: Azez Abdul Salam Abdul Sattar Abdul , Abdulrazaq Luma N.abdulrazaq , Alqaisi Mohammed Nazhan Radaan , Mohammed Mohammed Sabah , Kenoosh Hadeel Ahmed
Published: June 2024

Burn wound infections remain a sizeable assignment, especially because of the superiority of multidrug-resistant gram-negative organisms. The objective of this take a look at was to assess the superiority of bacterial infections in burn wounds, perceive the most not unusual bacterial species, and determine their antibiotic resistance profiles. A overall of eighty samples had been amassed from burn sufferers. Bacterial cultures were performed, and the isolated bacteria were identified using standard microbiological techniques. Antibiotic susceptibility testing was conducted using the disc diffusion method. In this study, 44 samples (73.3%) tested positive for bacterial growth. Pseudomonas sp. was the most commonly isolated bacteria (56%), followed by Staphylococcus aureus (22%) and others. Antibiotic resistance profiling revealed high resistance rates among the isolated bacteria, with Rifampicin showing the highest resistance rate (80%), followed by Cefotaxime (64%) and Amoxicillin (56%). The high prevalence of multidrug-resistant gram-negative organisms  in burn wound infections underscores the urgent need for effective antibiotic management strategies. These findings highlight the importance of continuous surveillance of antibiotic resistance patterns and the development of tailored treatment protocols to mitigate the morbidity and mortality associated with burn wound infections. Additionally, there is a critical need for the development of new antimicrobial agents and infection control measures to combat the growing threat of antibiotic resistance in burn care settings.
PREVENTION OF CARDIO-VASCULAR DISEASES
Authors: Yo’ldosheva S.G , Kasimova D.A.
Published: June 2024

The human cardiovascular system, which was formed in the process of biological evolution, has not changed significantly throughout the history of mankind. But our way of life is very different from the way of life of our distant, and even not very distant, ancestors. Then movement, obtaining food, creating housing and all other types of activity required constant and large expenditures of muscle strength from a person. And the human circulatory system is initially oriented precisely towards such an intensely active lifestyle. For its normal functioning, for example, a person must walk at least 6 km a day, and this is daily! By our urban standards today, many people cannot afford to walk even one or two bus stops; there is no time for it
Production of alpha-amylase enzyme from grain sprouting
Authors: Salman Saeed Khalif , Ktub Ahmed Farhoud , Nayef Ali Taaman
Published: June 2024

Alpha-amylase is considered to be one of the primary enzymes responsible for starch degradation in cereals. During grain germination, α-amylase initiates the conversion of starch into simple sugars to fuel embryo and coleoptile growth in the first few days of germination. The present study involves the estimation of Alpha amylase content in four different grains varieties, namely, wheat grain and barley up to 8 days after germination. It was observed that, alpha amylase content steadily increased, and found to be saturated after reaching the peak values. In all the samples, the peak values were observed in 7th day of germination. The enzymatic assay were done by estimation of maltose content by Spectrophotometry as starch degraded to maltose by alpha amylase enzyme.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF ECHINOCOCCOSIS IN VETERINARY MEDICINE AND HUMAN LIFE
Authors: A.I., Kamalova
Published: June 2024

This article provides information on the history, prevalence, veterinary and human significance of echinococcosis, as well as preventive measures.
Gross and Histopathological Study of Postscabietic Nodules
Authors: Al Shabbani Nada Hamzah Shareef , Al Kinani Marwa Jamal Hussain , Al-mohammadi Tmara Qais
Published: June 2024

Background: Nodular postscabietic scabies refer to the persistent intermittent signs of scabies that are seen in active and post-treatment period that might last for months. The spectrum of clinico-morphological ranges that can be observed with sarcoptic nodules is broad, and most of the entity's criteria can be elicited histopathologically and pathologically. The management of such nodules may be a challenge. They are commonly treated through local application of corticosteroids or injection of corticosteroids to nodules but the response to treatment is less than clent and relapses are very frequent. The objective of this study was to illuminate which of these features prevail and which ones fade in scarred sites which undergo postscabietic nodule development. The time span between August 2021 to May 2022 was allowed to collect samples from patients with (1-60) years old and full of scabies burrows who visit teaching hospitals and private dermatology clinics in Kut, Wasit Province, Iraq. Treat groups were split into 30 females, and 20 males; with persistent itchy nodular lesions of scabies demonstrated clinically and histopathologically. Everity grade scabies was evaluated by the number of lesions and rated it as severity of itching. Long-term treatment with topical glucocorticoids for 14 days in every age. Tissue from the blisters of patient was obtained after medication. The specimens were washed, fixed and cut to 4-5 µm and stained with H&E. The staining allowed us to observe the fragments of tissues under light microscope with different magnification power. We have observed excessive males and the prevalence of SCABies were more in a young adult group in comparison with other age groups. It was found that lesions with wiry projections tended to persist for two weeks to 52 weeks and the number of nodules had varied from one to fourteen lesions. Examination of Histopathological slide showing acanthosis in 80, histolymphocytic infiltration in 76, and eosinophilia in 100 of total cases in the whole period. After the scabitic nodule loop, the body experiences a hypersensitivity reaction. From the three hundred cases examined microscopically, most (80%) of them were found to be characterized by acanthotic epidermis and diffuse dense dermal lymphocytic infiltration. Neutrophilic reaction, epithelioid-granulomatous inflammation and eosinophilia have been diagnosed in 76 % sight upon while 100 % of other nodules have shown eosinophilia.
Effect of use of natural biologically active substances on shelf life of pomegranate fruits
Authors: Ugli Ozodov Nurbek Ismoil , Qizi Ganiyeva Nozima Akmal , Qizi Bahodirova Sevinchoy Anvar , Ugli Nematov Nurillo Abdurakhim
Published: June 2024

In this article, research on the effect of biologically active substances on the shelf life of pomegranate fruits and scientific data on various diseases, storage temperature, and relative humidity changes of pomegranate fruits during storage are presented
Clarithromycin and Amoxicillin Effect on Helicobacter Pylori-Infected Oxidative DNA Damage
Authors: Shallal Zinah Shakir
Published: June 2024

Epidemiological studies reveal that the risk of developing stomach cancer increase by  Helicobacter pylori infection, and scientists assume that oxidative DNA damage caused by the bacteria is to blame. Oxidative DNA damage in Helicobacter pylori-infected cases was measured before and after two weeks of clarithromycin and amoxicillin (1 g/day) +amoxicillin (1 g/day) treatment using DNA chain fractures and form amidoprimidine DNA glycosylase (fpg)-sensitive regions. After treatment, it was found that the Comet method's measurement of the frequency of fpg-sensitive regions decreased (P0.001), while the frequency of DNA chain breaks remained unchanged. A favorable connection between age and prevalence off fpg-sensitive areas was found (r = 0.59, P 0.05). The results suggest that lowering oxidative DNA damage through treatment with clarithromycin + amoxicillin in helicobacter pylori-infected individuals may lessen the risk of helicobacter pylori-mediated stomach cancer formation.
The Impact of Performance Fatigue on Visual Perception, Concentration, and Reaction Time in Professional Female Volleyball Players
Authors: Valayi Fariba , Bagherli Jaleh , Taheri Morteza
Published: June 2024

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the impact of performance fatigue on visual perception, concentration, and reaction time among professional female volleyball players. Methods and Materials: The study population consisted of all professional female volleyball players in Qazvin province, with a purposive sampling method employed. A total of 24 eligible volleyball players were voluntarily selected and randomly divided into experimental and control groups. Variables such as visual perception, concentration, and reaction time were assessed as psychomotor variables. The Universal Viena test battery was used to measure these variables. The Shaw training method was employed in the study to induce performance fatigue. Factorial analysis of variance was utilized for data analysis. Results: The findings indicated that performance fatigue significantly affected the components of visual perception, concentration, and reaction time in professional female volleyball players (p ≤ 0.05). Conclusion: As observed, fatigue can cause disturbances in psychomotor components such as visual perception, concentration, and reaction time. Therefore, it is essential that training under fatigue conditions be considered by coaches to enhance the psychomotor capacities of athletes.
Comparison of Early Maladaptive Schemas and Difficulty in Emotion Regulation Among Adolescent Boys and Girls With and Without Marijuana Use
Authors: Moghaddasi Mahsa , Moraveji Mahtab
Published: June 2024

Objective: Adolescence is a developmental period characterized by significant biological, psychological, and social changes. Consequently, it is associated with increased challenges and negative life events, which heighten adolescents' distress. This study aimed to compare early maladaptive schemas and difficulty in emotion regulation among adolescent boys and girls with and without marijuana use. Methods and Materials: This applied research employed a causal-comparative design. The study population consisted of all adolescent boys and girls attending counseling centers in District 2 of Tehran in 2022. A total of 100 participants were selected for the study (50 with marijuana use and 50 without marijuana use). The sample of marijuana users was selected using the snowball sampling method. Data were collected using the standardized Young Schema Questionnaire (2005) and the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale by Gratz and Roemer (2004). Data analysis was performed using multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) and SPSS.22 software. Findings: The results indicated a significant difference in early maladaptive schemas and difficulty in emotion regulation among adolescent boys and girls with and without marijuana use (P<0.01). Furthermore, there was a significant difference in the mean components of early maladaptive schemas and difficulty in emotion regulation between boys and girls (P<0.01). Conclusion: Given the impact of early maladaptive schemas and difficulty in emotion regulation on the tendency towards addiction among adolescents and young adults, it is possible to increase public awareness about the risk of addiction and develop appropriate skills to cope with these problems.
Comparison of the Effect of Schema Therapy and Mindfulness Technique on Existential Anxiety in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
Authors: Din Parast Omid , Rasouli Narges , Ghotb Seyed Iman
Published: June 2024

Objective: The present study aimed to compare the effect of schema therapy and mindfulness technique on existential anxiety in individuals with multiple sclerosis. Methods and Materials: Based on its objective, the present study is of an applied type. The research design was quasi-experimental with a pre-test, post-test design with a control group. Participants were randomly assigned to two experimental groups and one control group. The statistical population of the study included all individuals with MS in Tehran. Using purposive sampling, individuals present in the MS Society were selected based on their pre-test scores on each variable and randomly assigned to three groups, including two experimental groups and one control group (15 individuals per group). The Good Existential Anxiety Scale was used to measure the research variables. Mindfulness training sessions were conducted according to Baer's (2006) protocol, and schema therapy was based on the proposed protocol by Young et al. (2003). The intervention was implemented over 8 consecutive weeks, with each session lasting 90 minutes. In the inferential statistics section, covariance analysis was used to examine the effectiveness of the therapeutic methods. Findings: The results indicated that the impact of schema therapy and mindfulness technique on dimensions of existential anxiety (e.g., purposelessness of tasks, worthlessness of life's meaning, inability to persuade others, disinterest in activities, and lack of responsibility towards others) was significant at the level of (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The results showed that there is a significant difference between the effectiveness of schema therapy and mindfulness technique in terms of their impact on existential anxiety in individuals with multiple sclerosis. The mindfulness technique was found to be more effective than schema therapy for individuals with multiple sclerosis.
Modeling Anxiety Sensitivity Based on Early Maladaptive Schemas and Cognitive Emotion Regulation Strategies with the Mediating Role of Parenting Styles
Authors: Aman Alah Khani Ghashghaee Sara , Javidi Hojatollah , Baghooli Hossein
Published: June 2024

Objective: Although most young individuals transition from adolescence successfully and without encountering significant issues, there can be challenges and obstacles during this period that prevent the full utilization of one's abilities and potential. The present study aimed to model anxiety sensitivity based on early maladaptive schemas and cognitive emotion regulation strategies with the mediating role of parenting styles. Methods and Materials: This research is of a correlational type. The sample included 100 mothers of first-grade students from the city of Shiraz during the 2018-2019 academic year, selected through multi-stage cluster sampling. The sample size, based on Kline's (2010) criterion, was determined by selecting five individuals per item, resulting in a selection of 570 participants. Data were collected using the Taylor and Cox Revised Anxiety Sensitivity Index, the short form of Young's Early Maladaptive Schemas Questionnaire, the Garnefski and Kraaij Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire, and Diana Baumrind's Parenting Styles Questionnaire. To obtain preliminary information on the measured variables, statistical indices such as mean and standard deviation, as well as the correlation matrix of the variables, were calculated. SPSS and Amos software were used to analyze the data and examine the proposed research model. Findings: The results of the study indicated that parenting styles played a mediating role in the relationship between exogenous variables (maladaptive schemas, maladaptive emotion regulation strategies, and adaptive emotion regulation strategies) and anxiety sensitivity. Conclusion: Given the impact of maladaptive schemas on psychological disorders, it is recommended that schema therapy workshops be held for all patients suffering from depression and anxiety.
The Causal Model of Cognitive Emotion Regulation: Maladaptive Early Schemas and Parenting Styles
Authors: Razavi Sepideh , Khajehpour Leila , Moltafet Ghavam
Published: June 2024

Objective: The aim of this study was to predict adolescents' cognitive emotion regulation strategies based on the mothers' maladaptive early schemas and their parenting styles. Methods and Materials This descriptive correlational study involved a randomly selected cluster sample of 406 high school students (comprising 200 girls and 206 boys) from Tabriz. Data were collected using three scales: Young's Schema Questionnaire-Short Form (YSQ-SF), the short form of the Persian version of the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire for adults (CERQ-P), and the Family as a Social Context Scale by Skinner. The collected data were analyzed using correlational statistics and structural equation modeling. Findings: The results confirmed the role of mothers' maladaptive early schemas and their parenting styles in the formation and application of their children's cognitive emotion regulation strategies. Conclusion: The findings of this study indicated that when parents' schemas are adjusted, it leads to the selection of effective parenting methods, which in turn increases adolescents' use of positive cognitive emotion regulation strategies.
Analisis Manajemen Dakwah Kiyai Ahmad Dahlan Dalam Film Sang Pencerah
Authors: Aprinto  , Siti Misbah
Published: June 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui analisis manajemen dakwah Kiyai Ahmad Dahlan dalam film Sang Pencerah. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kepustakaan (library research) dengan metode kualitatif dan pendekatan deskriptif. Dari penelitian ini, penulis mendapatkan 21 scene yang menunjukkan pergerakan dakwah yang mengandung unsur manajemen dakwah, diantaranya perencanaan, pengorganisasian, penggerakan dan evaluasi. Setelah melakukan pengamatan, dapat disimpulkan pula bahwa dalam film Sang Pencerah, dakwah yang dilakukan oleh Kyai Ahmad Dahlan lebih kepada penggerakan secara langsung dibandingkan dengan perencanaan, pengorganisasian dan evaluasi.
Mathematical Assessment of Covid-19 Transmission Dynamic with Intervention via: ABC Fractional Operator
Authors: Sanda Ayuba , Semiu Oladeji O. , Shalangwa Albert A. , Ajiya Yahaya , Zubairua Ishiaku
Published: June 2024

A Covid-19 model in terms of the ABC operator with intervention is developed and used to study the disease transmission dynamics. The model showed stability when the basic reproduction number is less than unity, indicating that each existing infection causes less than one new infection, resulting in a decline in cases. A stable system and a basic reproduction number R0 value greater than unity suggest exponential growth of the disease. The model was fitted using NCDC data from March 4 to April 30; 2022 and the sensitivity analysis reveals effective contact rates and transmissibility of asymptomatic individuals as the most sensitive parameters. Numerical simulations reveal that increased effective contact rate (social distancing) increases virus spread, while increased face mask compliance reduces exposure and infection rates. Hence wearing face masks reduces respiratory droplet transmission, reducing the need for quarantine and reducing infection rates
Mathematical Analysis of Substance Abuse and its Effect
Authors: Dotia Ahmed K. , Ibrahim Mohammed O. , Gambo Adamu , Musa Ahmed B , Lawani Abisola O.
Published: June 2024

In this paper, a model for substance abuse was formulated. A compartmentalization approach was adopted to develop the model, and five nonlinear equations were developed based on the number of compartments. The model was analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively. The Invariant region, positivity, equilibrium points (substance-free and substance-present), basic reproduction number R0, the sensitivity analysis, and the model’s local and global asymptotic stability were obtained. Numerical simulations were conducted to see the changes in the population dynamics of different classes in the sub-population. The results authenticated that the recovery rate of moderate substance users and the recovery rate of rehabilitation/treatment of individuals are indications that they help reduce the number of substance abuse individuals. Also, the recruitment and contact rates impact the population of substance abuse.
A Modified Split-Plot Design Rice Yield Model and Analysis
Authors: John David I. , Michael Ali I.
Published: June 2024

In this research, a modified split-plot design model (SPDM) is introduced, where the mean part of the SPDM is tailored with a three-parameter Gompertz function, which modifies the SPDM to an intrinsically nonlinear SPDM. The model is applied to a balanced 2-replicated 3×42 mixed-level split-plot design experiment to determine the irrigation effect on four varieties of rice trial at four different rates of nitrogen fertilizer. The SPDM parameters were estimated through the methods of estimated generalized least squares (EGLS) and restricted maximum likelihood estimation (REML) for estimating the SPDM variance components. The parameter estimates are compared to estimates from ordinary least squares (OLS) and maximum likelihood estimation (MLE) estimates of the variance using four median adequacy measures and three information criteria for goodness of fit. The results obtained shows that the modified SPDM is a good fit, and its EGLS-REML estimates are of better reliability and adequacy compared to the OLS and EGLS-MLE techniques.
Effects of Concept Attainment Strategy on Academic Achievement and Interest of Secondary School Students in Chemistry in North East, Nigeria
Authors: Kani Umar Mohammed , Muhammad Dahiru Ahmad , Pali Haruna Sa’idu
Published: June 2024

This study examined the Effects of Concept Attainment Strategy on the Academic Achievement and Interest of Chemistry Secondary School Students in northeast, Nigeria. Four (4) Research objectives, Research questions and Hypotheses were used to guide the study. The design used for this study was a pre-test, post-test quasi-experimental control group design. The target population of the study constitutes SS2 chemistry secondary school students in the six northeastern states. A total of one hundred and thirty-eight (138) students were selected by stratified simple random sampling to form the sample of the study. The instruments used for data collection in this study were the Chemistry Achievement Test (CAT) and Students’ Interest towards Chemistry Questionnaire (SITCQ) with reliability coefficient of 0.8 and 0.7. The major findings of the study are concept attainment strategy has positive effect on both the academic achievement and the interest of secondary school students. The study also proves that the strategy develops positive academic achievement in students and improves knowledge. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended that the use of the strategy should be emphasized through conferences/workshops by professional bodies.