bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La construcción del ethos en la escuela católica como referente formativo
Authors: Pineda-Alfonso José Antonio , Luna Diego
Published: January 2025

Este trabajo tuvo como objetivo comprender el ethos de la escuela católica desde la mirada del profesorado en formación. Para ello, se adoptó un enfoque crítico-discursivo por medio de un procedimiento analítico múltiple, tomando como corpus una muestra de memorias de prácticas (n = 22) contextualizadas en centros concertados católicos de la provincia de Sevilla (España). Los resultados procedentes del análisis preliminar, lexicométrico y de contenido permitirían configurar un sistema de categorías emergentes formado por una macrocategoría (“La construcción de la identidad a través de la dialéctica cohesión vs. segregación”) y cuatro categorías (“La singularidad y la estética de la distinción”, “Ideario y principios, la disciplina y la convivencia”, “La excelencia y la cultura del esfuerzo” y “El posicionamiento discursivo del profesor en prácticas”). Tales resultados animan a seguir profundizando en la identificación de los mecanismos discursivos y recursos semióticos a través de los cuales se construye la identidad de los centros educativos católicos.
Influencia del constructivismo en la evaluación en currículos de formación docente en Educación Física
Authors: Stieg Ronildo , Sarni Mariana , Dos Santos Wagner
Published: January 2025

El artículo analiza el contenido de los programas de algunas asignaturas de las carreras de Educación Física de cinco países de Sudamérica (Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay y Venezuela) para identificar las concepciones de evaluación y de formación del profesorado en preparación. Se trata de una investigación cualitativa, exploratoria, basada en el análisis documental y en el método comparativo. Se utilizan como fuentes diez programas de asignaturas y veinticinco bibliografías prescritas en estos programas. Los resultados muestran que las asignaturas prescriben dos categorías de concepciones evaluativas: a) las constructivistas endógenas; y b) las constructivistas dialécticas. Se concluye que las asignaturas han tenido en cuenta diferentes concepciones evaluativas, alineadas con la concepción de formación profesional en evaluación en carreras de Educación Física en los países analizados. Además, se destaca la necesidad de buscar medios efectivos para mejorar los procesos de enseñanza y evaluación, que contribuyan al aprendizaje y a la apropiación de conocimientos por parte de los futuros docentes sobre las concepciones evaluativas, sus orígenes, alcances y ventajas en el contexto de la práctica profesional.
Rutas literarias en educación y turismo con la app “RuTIC”
Authors: Bataller Català Alexandre , Joan Linares Pellicer Jordi
Published: January 2025

El grup de recerca Geografies Literàries ha desenvolupat el projecte finançat pel Ministeri de Ciència i Innovació, anomenat RuTIC (https://www.uv.es/rutic/) ““Mediterranean literature and landscape: application of new technologies for the design of literary walks” (RuTIC) TED2021-129792B-I00”, consistent en el desenvolupament d’una aplicació mòbil aplicable a rutes literàries. Concretament, s’han creat deu rutes literàries (repartides entre el País Valencià, Catalunya i Mallorca). La inclusió de recursos digitals en les rutes literàries potencia les possibilitats formatives del propi itinerari. Es fa servir la realitat augmentada per connectar la literatura i els seus llocs respectius, i es facilita un turisme cultural i sostenible. D’aquí neix el punt de partida de la investigació relacionada amb l’eficàcia d’aquesta aplicació en el context escolar i el seu efecte en el desenvolupament de la competència literària.
Correlation Ultrasound, Clinical and Biological in the Management of Chronic Renal Failure at the Medical Imaging, Exploration and Diagnostics Cabinet (CIMED) and at the National Hemodialysis Center of Donka
Authors: Camara Mamoudou , Nabe Siré , Traore aly , Doumbouya Ibrahima Sory , Diallo Mamadou , Balde Alpha Abdoulaye , Sakho Aminata
Published: January 2025

Introduction: This study aimed to describe the clinical, ultrasound, and biological correlation in the diagnosis of chronic renal failure at CIMED and the Donka National Hemodialysis Center.
Materials and methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study lasting 16 months from November 1, 2021, to March 31, 2023. Study variables were sociodemographic, clinical, and paraclinical.
Results: During the study period, 6943 ultrasound scans were performed, 48 of which showed CKD (0.7%). There was a predominance of males, with a sex ratio of 1.08. The mean age was 52, with extremes of 17 and 78. Blue-collar workers were the most common socio-professional group (33.3%). The edematous syndrome was the most frequent reason for consultation (33.3%). Severe CKD was the most common in our study (56.3%). Ultrasound stage III was the most frequent, accounting for 52.1% of cases. There was a correlation between a decrease in creatinine clearance and an increase in the ultrasound stage of CKD and an increase in the severity of CKD with an increase in the ultrasound stage.
Conclusion: Our study made it possible to cross-reference clinical, ultrasound, and biological data of chronic renal failure, allowing us to observe significant trends by location which suggests a correlation between these different aspects in the diagnosis of chronic renal failure within the practice of medical imaging for exploration and diagnostics (CIMED) and at the Donka National Hemodialysis Center in Conakry.
Dissociating and culturing human dorsal root ganglia neurons v1
Authors: Saad Yousuf Muhammad , Mwirigi Juliet , Mancilla Moreno Marisol , Schackmuth Morgan , Price Theodore
Published: January 2025

A protocol for culturing and maintaining human dorsal root ganglia (DRG) neurons.
Polarisation beyond the Pandemic?
Authors: Wabel Thomas
Published: January 2025

After some initial background information on the relation of church and state in the German context, the article examines reactions by churches and other Christian groups in Germany to the Covid-19 containment measures. While representatives of mainline churches focussed on consolation in the crisis and support state measures, a minority of radical voices acted in a polarising way, offering interpretations in terms of spiritual warfare, betrayal of the gospel, and conspiracy theories, and regarding themselves as victims of health policy. It is argued that the Christian tradition is in itself ambiguous and can be used in destructive ways, and that clarification of concepts is a task of public theology. The paper concludes by pointing out opportunities for the contribution of religions to a critical assessment of the handling of this crisis in the state and society.
Fourth Industrial Revolution
Authors: Pearson Steve
Published: January 2025

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) transcends mere industrial advancements; it embodies a profound social transformation shaping the very essence of our society. Given its rapid and unpredictable nature, theologians are compelled to anticipate potential future scenarios to adequately prepare for the forthcoming paradigm shift. This article endeavours to outline a plausible trajectory while exploring theological implications for response formulation. Focusing specifically on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the 4IR, this article employs economic analysis to depict a scenario wherein advancing AI consolidates significant social influence within market dynamics. Central to this revolution is the narrative control wielded by those in power, shaping discourse among proponents and detractors alike. Moreover, it forecasts that in pursuit of economic expansion, the market will commodify and monetise identity, exacerbating contemporary individualism. In response, the Christian doctrine of humanity created in the image of God emerges as a pivotal framework for addressing these challenges. Among the contributions of the trinitarian theological movement, ‘mediation’ remains a relatively underdeveloped concept, yet holds profound implications for understanding relational ontology. Drawing from the insights of Colin Gunton, particularly his emphasis on mediation, this article proposes further research in this area. A revisionist approach to mediation necessitates a reassessment of the prevailing ideals of autonomy and a critical examination of Christian tradition. Such an undertaking invites exploration of theological contributions beyond Western frameworks, enriching our understanding of core doctrines.
“After Three Years
Authors: Haynes Stephen R.
Published: January 2025

Many things changed in America during the first three years of the Trump presidency (2017-2019). What did not change was the proclivity of Americans to view social and political developments through the lens of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s life and writings. In letters to the editor of local newspapers, op-ed pieces, blog posts, teaching videos, book reviews, podcasts and magazine articles, Americans in every part of the country and from across the political spectrum used Bonhoeffer’s actions, words, and purported words to bolster their rhetorical cases. In the process they were deterred neither by a weak grasp of the details of Bonhoeffer’s biography nor by an obligation to consult primary sources. After three years of the Trump presidency, there was every indication that Bonhoeffer would continue to play an outsized role in American political discourse.
Decolonizar la Retórica Monumental.
Authors: Vazquez Rakel
Published: January 2025

Los Monumentos sirven como canal de transmisión de un mensaje cerrado y propagandístico que establece el discurso de quienes los erigen. Razón por la cual, al aflorar  tensiones sociales, reciben los embistes de la población que muestra así el descontento social. Tal es el caso de las protestas luego del asesinato de George Floyd, que dieron lugar al BLM. Un movimiento que traspasó EEUU -convirtiéndose en internacional con especial repercusión en Latinoamérica- y que desencadenó la violencia sobre aquellas estatuas que representan la supremacia blanca, la esclavitud y/o el colonialismo. Monumentos por los cuales las prácticas artísticas también se han interesado con el objetivo de decolonizarlos. Queremos analizar algunas de las que han abordado la figura de Colón (precursor del colonialismo), estableciendo un diálogo entre los trabajos de Daniela Ortiz, Rogelio López Cuenca y Elo Vega sobre la figura del genovés. Para profundizar después, a través de Canon, obra de Mateo Maté, en la que puede ser la génesis estética de este discurso hegemónico.Trazando a partir de ella un recorrido que vincula las implicaciones históricas de El Discóbolo de Mirón con el ideario supremacista y nuestro gusto esculpido por la estética incolora de lo blanco.
Sovetskoye Shampanskoye, or about the Ideological Fight with Names
Authors: Tomasik Samuela
Published: January 2025

This article is devoted to the phenomenon of ideological involvement of proper names. The basis for these considerations are the previous findings regarding revolutionary iconoclasm and its influence on the formation of onomasticons. As an example of an iconoclastic name, the unit Sovetskoye Shampanskoye was indicated. Attention was also paid to the contemporary ideological name change. The analysis of the impact of the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war on proper names was indicated as a research perspective.
Multiculturalism of Vilnius and Vilnius Region in the Light of Ferdynand Ruszczyc’s Diaries
Authors: Podstawka Anna
Published: January 2025

The article presents selected aspects of Ferdynand Ruszczyc’s activity in the space of Vilnius and Vilnius Region in the first decades of the 20th century, with its cultural and social diversity. Based on the testimonies of the era and the artist’s statements, including personal notes documenting his numerous activities made available in the edition of the Diaries, we will attempt to indicate the sources of the most important experiences and ideas that Ruszczyc passionately transformed into various social initiatives. He implemented all these undertakings with respect for the multicultural tradition and heritage of the past, with the intention of leaving the beauty of Vilnius monuments for future generations.
Anti-Semitic Language in Public Speeches and Statements by Populist Politicians in the Czech Republic and Slovakia between 2018 and 2023, Based on the Example of Their Use of the Figure of George Soros
Authors: Sołtysiak Jakub Paweł
Published: January 2025

This article aims to analyse anti-Semitic speeches and statements by Czech and Slovak populist politicians in which they invoke the figure of George Soros, an American billionaire of Jewish origin. These topics were researched by means of content analysis; oral statements by populists, e.g. speeches in parliament and at press conferences, as well as social media posts were taken into account. Firstly, the article touched on how George Soros unwittingly became a key element of the Hungarian government’s propaganda. He was portrayed as a person with significant influence on European Union policy, mainly through the NGOs he funded. In this narrative, Soros was portrayed as a figure who sought to bring
millions of migrants to Europe, which was a key element of the Hungarian authorities’ political message. The following part of the article describes how politicians from the Czech Republic and Slovakia followed the example of the Hungarians in this regard. The statements of Czech politicians from the ANO 2011 and SPD parties were analysed, followed by those of representatives of the Slovak SMER, SNS and ĽSNS parties. The figure of Soros was present in the rhetoric of all of these parties, but with different intensity and extent of use. In the Czech Republic, the American billionaire was most frequently used in political statements by politicians of the far right SPD, while in Slovakia, he was used to the greatest extent by the currently governing, declaratively social-democratic SMER party.
Underestimated Value? Analytic and Interpretative-Evaluative Importance of Democracy in the Research on International Relations, International Law and International Order
Authors: Obacz Piotr
Published: January 2025

The article addresses the issue of democracy as a criterion in scientific analyses and interpretations of international relations, international law and international order. The paper provides the answer to several important questions of theoretical nature: 1) is it eligible making an autonomous criterion (or the element of particular set of criteria) of analyses and interpretations of other phenomena from democracy as a socio-political phenomenon?; 2) democracy as a criterion of analysis, interpretation and evaluation of what?; 3) how should we define a formal status of democracy criterion in the research on international phenomena?; 4) whether and what democracy brings to the understanding of international phenomena?; 5) is democracy as a criterion of analysis and interpretation “fated” for functioning solely in the domain of widely understood current of normative political theories, and if so, does it denigrate its status in the context of the nature of international relations?
THE ISSUE OF LEARNING GERMAN AS A NATIONAL MINORITY LANGUAGE AGAINST THE BACKGROUND OF THE RIGHTS OF NATIONAL AND ETHNIC MINORITIES DURING THE LAW AND JUSTICE GOVERNMENT IN POLAND IN THE YEARS 2015–2023
Authors: Popieliński Paweł
Published: January 2025

The aim of the article is to present the issues of the politicization of the German language teaching as a national minority language against the background of rights of national and ethnic minorities and relations between Poland and Germany during the Law and Justice (PiS) government in Poland in the years 2015–2023. The rights of national and ethnic minorities in Poland will be presented on the example of the German minority and the process of developing education for this minority and the German language teaching as a national minority language. Then, attention will be focused on showing the intricacies of the problem of
politicization of teaching German as a national minority language in the mentioned period of time. The article hypothesizes that during the PiS government in the above-mentioned period, limiting guaranteed rights for the German minority by cutting educational subsidies for this national minority and reducing German language teaching as a minority language became a tool of Polish policy towards the German state regarding the Polish community in Germany. When writing this article, the author used the institutional and legal method, critical content analysis and long-term monitoring of education and minority rights.
The EU E-evidence Package from the Polish Perspective: High Time for a Systemic Change
Authors: Kuczyńska Hanna
Published: January 2025

The article focuses on the problems resulting from the adoption of Regulation (EU) 2023/1543 of the European Parliament and of the Council on European Production Orders and European Preservation Orders for electronic evidence in criminal proceedings and for the execution of custodial sentences following criminal proceedings. Once the Regulation enters into force (18 August 2026), national courts will be able to include data obtained as a result of issuing of a European Production Order and (at an earlier stage) a European Preservation Order in the case file and then assess their admissibility. The e-evidence package offers procedural authorities a tool to gather electronic evidence. At the same time, this package is silent about the way these evidence – so easily and quickly acquired from service providers in other Member States – should be treated by national courts. Meanwhile, this is the stage that is decisive for justice systems and may lead to numerous – both legal and practical – problems. Therefore, the article deals with the problem of how the e-evidence package looks from the Polish perspective and how Polish courts can admit electronic evidence into criminal trial. Furthermore, attention is drawn to the problem of direct application of this Regulation and the problem of equivalence of the powers of national authorities towards service providers residing in other states and service providers residing in Poland. In this area, an analysis of national legal framework is presented, the aim of which is to show whether there are currently adequate and equivalent legal grounds for issuing production and preservation orders in national law towards national providers. The analysis shows that several changes in the Polish law are necessary in order to secure and ensure the effective application of the Regulation.
The Concept of a “Criminal Case” in the Jurisprudence of the Polish Constitutional Tribunal against the Background of the Case Law of the European Court of Human Rights
Authors: Kulik Marek , Nowosad Aleksandra
Published: January 2025

The subject of the study is the notion of a criminal case in Polish criminal law against the background of the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR). The article seeks to analyse the case law of the ECtHR and the Polish Constitutional Tribunal (PCT) with regard to the interpretation of the concept of a “criminal case”. The aim is to examine whether the ECtHR and the PCT apply similar criteria and whether the ECtHR case law influences the practice of the PCT. The article uses the formal-dogmatic method. The concepts of crime, misdemeanour and administrative tort are analysed in the context of the Engel standard and its influence on the understanding of the case in the jurisprudence of the PCT, in the historical and normative context. The answer to the question whether the PCT applies criteria similar to those developed in the case law of the ECtHR is affirmative, which means that the standard developed in this respect in the case law of both courts is similar. The article is of scientific and synthesizing character. The presented problems have an international scope. The article may have cognitive value for both science and practice.
New Area of Judicial Cooperation on Criminal Matters in the European Union: The Transmission of Electronic Evidence between Member States
Authors: Gál Andor
Published: January 2025

The digitalisation of justice aims to facilitate access to justice, improve overall efficiency and ensure the resilience of justice systems in times of crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Regarding criminal proceedings, the need for digitalisation is made even clearer by the modernization of crime, its partial digitalisation and its cross-border nature. It also follows from the international nature of the digitalisation challenges that the need to meet them cannot be reduced to the level of national law enforcement but is also reflected in the framework of criminal cooperation between the Member States of the European Union. In this context, a new challenge for the digitalisation of justice is the exchange of electronic evidence. The European Union has adopted a Regulation on European Production Orders and European Preservation Orders aimed on the exchange electronic evidence between Member States. This Regulation shall be applied from 18 August 2026. The Regulation prescribes that written communication between competent authorities and designated establishments or legal representatives shall be carried out through a secure and reliable decentralised IT system. However, the Regulation does not regulate execution issues related to the transmission of electronic evidence. Thus, there is a risk that the service providers will carry out official requests through insecure communication channels, even though the European Union already has platforms that are suitable for the transfer of evidence. The aim of this paper is to present the specifics of the legal and technical platforms already used by the European Union in this field and to be introduced in the future. The article also examines the relevant legal background related to the operation of these platforms.
Pengaruh Bauran Pemasaran terhadap Keputusan Pembelian di Pujasera Adzkia
Authors: Suryani Nova , Adevia Juli , Napitupulu Tia Sofiani
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh bauran pemasaran terhadap keputusan pembelian di Pujasera Adzkia. Bauran pemasaran yang dianalisis meliputi produk, harga, tempat, dan promosi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode asosiatif dengan teknik sampling insidental dan melibatkan 108 responden yang berkunjung ke Pujasera Adzkia. Data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner dan dianalisis menggunakan uji instrumen, uji asumsi klasik, regresi linier berganda, dan uji hipotesis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa variabel produk, harga, dan tempat memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian. Variabel produk memiliki pengaruh positif dengan koefisien regresi sebesar 0,249; variabel harga memiliki pengaruh negatif dengan koefisien regresi sebesar -0,239; dan variabel tempat memiliki pengaruh positif dengan koefisien regresi sebesar 0,911. Sementara itu, variabel promosi tidak memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian. Uji simultan menunjukkan bahwa keempat variabel secara bersama-sama berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian dengan nilai Fhitung sebesar 26,329 dan signifikansi 0,000. Koefisien determinasi (R2) sebesar 0,506 menunjukkan bahwa 50,6% variasi keputusan pembelian dapat dijelaskan oleh variabel produk, harga, tempat, dan promosi, sementara sisanya dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain di luar penelitian ini. Berdasarkan hasil ini, Pujasera Adzkia perlu memperhatikan kualitas produk, penetapan harga yang kompetitif, dan lokasi yang strategis untuk meningkatkan keputusan pembelian konsumen. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi praktis bagi pengelola Pujasera Adzkia dalam menyusun strategi pemasaran yang efektif guna meningkatkan penjualan dan kepuasan konsumen. Selain itu, penelitian ini juga menegaskan pentingnya aspek-aspek bauran pemasaran dalam mempengaruhi keputusan pembelian konsumen.
Transformasi Limbah Pertanian Menjadi Pupuk Organik: Peluang Ekonomi Berbasis Inovasi Pertanian Berkelanjutan di Kabupaten Aceh Besar
Authors: Zikria Virda , Nasrullah Nasrullah
Published: January 2025

Transformasi limbah pertanian menjadi pupuk organik adalah langkah strategis dalam mendukung keberlanjutan sektor pertanian sekaligus mengatasi masalah lingkungan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi potensi limbah pertanian di Kabupaten Aceh Besar sebagai bahan baku pembuatan pupuk organik. Metode yang digunakan adalah mix method yaitu menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dan kualitatif dengan survey limbah serta analisis finansial dan ekonomi limbah pertanian. Dengan pengolahan yang ramah lingkungan, limbah pertanian dapat diubah menjadi sumber nutrisi yang bermanfaat bagi tanah. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa limbah pertanian seperti jerami dan sekam padi mengandung unsur hara yang cukup tinggi dan efektif dalam meningkatkan kesuburan tanah. Dari perspektif ekonomi, produksi pupuk organik menawarkan peluang penghematan biaya dengan keuntungan 58% sekaligus peningkatan pendapatan bagi petani dengan total manfaat ekonomi sebesar Rp 13.800.000. Hal ini membuka peluang bagi masyarakat setempat untuk mengadopsi teknologi ini demi pertanian yang lebih berkelanjutan.
Teacher Habits And Workload In The Digitalization Of Education
Authors: Hilhamsyah Hilhamsyah , Hidayati Dian , Imama Mohammad Luthfi
Published: January 2025

The digitalization of education has brought about significant changes in the roles and responsibilities of teachers. These changes provide new challenges and opportunities for teachers to integrate technology to support their professional work. The digitalization of education requires teachers to use digital technology in all their work, thus changing many teachers' habits and workloads to support their professional work. Therefore, this study aims to uncover teachers' habits and workload in the digitalization of education. This study employed a literature study type of research by identifying topics based on previous research relevant to the objectives. The results of this study reveal that the digitalization of education can provide changes in the habits and workloads of teachers. These habits encompass digitalization in learning, administration, and the development of teachers' digital competence. In addition, the workload of teachers is lighter with digitalization. The results of this study are expected to contribute to the development of teacher competence in the digital era.

Abstrak
Digitalisasi pendidikan telah memberikan perubahan yang signifikan peran dan tanggung jawab guru. Perubahan ini memberikan tantangan dan peluang baru bagi guru dalam mengintegrasikan teknologi untuk menunjang pekerjaan profesional sebagai seorang guru. Digitalisasi pendidikan mengharuskan guru untuk menggunakan teknologi digital dalam segala pekerjaan, sehingga banyak mengubah kebiasaan dan beban kerja guru untuk mendukung pekerjaan profesionalisme guru. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengungkap kebiasaan-kebiasaan guru dan beban kerja guru dalam digitalisasi pendidikan. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian studi literatur dengan mengidentifikasi topik penelitian berdasarkan penelitian terdahulu yang relavan dengan tujuan penelitian. Hasil dari penelitian ini yaitu menunjukkan digitalisasi pendidikan mampu memberikan perubahan kebiasaan dan beban kerja guru. Kebiasaan ini mencakup digitalisasi dalam pembelajaran, digitalisasi dalam administratif dan pengembangan kompetensi digital guru. Selain itu beban kerja guru lebih diringankan dengan adanya digitalisasi. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi bagi pengembangan kompetensi guru di era digital.
Effectiveness of E-Media On SSI To Increasing Students' Scientific Literacy - Meta-Analysis
Authors: Usman Aulia , Suryanti Suryanti , Supardi Zainul Arifin Imam
Published: January 2025

Science subjects require a variety of learning media as support to make it easier for students to understand the concepts taught. Without the support of the right learning media, science material is often difficult to understand properly. Effective learning media include technology-based interactive media and visual media that help visualize concepts. This study aims to analyze the effect of socio-scientific issues based learning media in improving students' science literacy. The research method used is meta-analysis by reviewing articles from relevant national and international journals. The data were analyzed in the form of students' pretest and posttest results, as well as the N gain test to measure the improvement of science literacy. Quantitative data analysis was conducted to determine the effectiveness of SSI-based learning media on science literacy. Based on the results of the meta-analysis, it indicates that the use of SSI-based media is very effective in improving students' science literacy at various levels of education.

Abstrak
Mata pelajaran IPA membutuhkan berbagai media pembelajaran sebagai penunjang untuk mempermudah siswa memahami konsep yang diajarkan. Tanpa dukungan media pembelajaran yang tepat, materi IPA sering kali sulit dipahami dengan baik. Media pembelajaran yang efektif meliputi media interaktif berbasis teknologi maupun media visual yang membantu visualisasi konsep. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh media pembelajaran berbasis Socio-Scientific Issues dalam meningkatkan literasi sains siswa. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah meta-analisis dengan melakukan kajian terhadap artikel dari jurnal nasional dan internasional yang relevan. Data yang dianalisis berupa hasil pretest dan posttest siswa, serta uji N gain untuk mengukur peningkatan literasi sains. Analisis data kuantitatif dilakukan untuk menentukan efektivitas media pembelajaran berbasis SSI terhadap literasi sains. Berdasarkan hasil meta-analisis, mengindikasikan bahwa penggunaan media berbasis SSI sangat efektif dalam meningkatkan literasi sains siswa pada berbagai jenjang pendidikan.
Mapping Physical Moroccan Sciences Student’s Perceptions of AI: A Case Study on Generative AI (ChatGPT)
Authors:   Center for Doctoral Studies: Sciences, Technologies, and Medical Sciences, Laboratory of Computer and Interdisciplinary Physics (LIPI). Ecole Normale Supérieure (ENS) Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, B.P 5206 Bensouda Fez, Morocco, Tafhi Oumaima
Published: January 2025

This study explores the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and tools like ChatGPT in the teaching of physical sciences, focusing on student perceptions at the Higher Normal School (ENS) of Fez. AI offers opportunities to enhance teaching methodologies, foster interactive learning, and provide personalized educational experiences. A quantitative, descriptive, and exploratory approach was adopted with data collected through a structured questionnaire distributed via Google Forms. The sample comprised 350 undergraduate and master’s students, with 300 valid responses (85.71%). Data analysis, conducted using Excel, revealed that 92.3% of participants are familiar with AI, though 63% believe it cannot fully replace human roles in various sectors. Additionally, 65% had no prior interaction with ChatGPT, and 71% do not take it as a substitute for a physics teacher. These findings highlight the need for a balanced integration of AI in education, emphasizing both its potential benefits and the limitations of over-reliance on technology in teaching.
Exploring the Effects of Using Automatic Speech Recognition on EFL University Students with High Speaking Anxiety
Authors:   Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Selangor, Malaysia, Li Wenyi
Published: January 2025

This study explores the effects of Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) technology on English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students with high speaking anxiety. Conducted among 98 first-year university students in China, the research employed a mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative data from a speaking anxiety questionnaire with qualitative insights from students’ reflective journals. Over 14 weeks, participants engaged in ASR-based speaking tasks, receiving real-time feedback to improve pronunciation and speaking competence. Findings indicate that ASR significantly reduced speaking anxiety, particularly in unprepared speaking tasks, and increased learners’ confidence in speaking English. However, peer-related anxieties persisted, suggesting ASR’s limitations in alleviating social anxieties in group contexts. The study concludes that while ASR is an effective tool for individual language practice, it should be supplemented with peer interaction strategies to address speaking anxiety more comprehensively.
Enhancing phage stability and integrated management strategies for effective biocontrol of bacterial wilt in solanaceous crops
Authors: MANYAM PRADEEP , NARGUND V. B.
Published: January 2025

In the present study, the efficacy of three protective formulations was evaluated to enhance the stability of phages under in vitro conditions. A glasshouse experiment was conducted to assess their effectiveness as biocontrol agents against Ralstonia solanacearum, a pathogen responsible for wilt in solanaceous crops. Protective formulations for bacteriophages demonstrated significant variation in phage stability over 16 days. The highest phage population was recorded in T6 (Casecrete + Skim Milk) at 1.84 × 10⁵ PFU/g on day 4, while T8 (Phage alone) had the lowest population at 0.96 × 10⁵ PFU/g. Phage stability declined over time, but formulations containing Pregelatinized Corn Flour, Casecrete, and Skim Milk (T7) maintained the most consistent phage populations, reaching 1.69 × 10⁴ PFU/g on day 12. Phage alone (T8) showed the lowest stability, emphasizing the need for protective agents. Phage-based treatments that were evaluated for their effectiveness in controlling bacterial wilt in tomato and brinjal exhibited that phage mix alone (T4) provided 100% disease reduction in tomato and 94.44% in brinjal. Combinations of phage mixed with other agents, such as PGPR (T5), Bleaching powder (T6), and COC and Streptocycline (T8), also showed significant disease reduction, with T8 achieving 94.11% disease reduction in tomato and 94.44% in brinjal. Chemical treatments like COC and Streptocycline were effective but performed better when combined with phage-based treatments. In the untreated control (T9), disease severity reached 85.00% in tomatoes and 90.00% in brinjal. The study conclusively demonstrates that phage formulations, particularly in combination with other biocontrol agents or chemicals, are highly effective in managing bacterial wilt in tomato and brinjal, offering a sustainable alternative to chemical control.
Influence of temperature on growth, and sporulation of local EPF strains of Penicillium sp. and their efficacy against Spodoptera litura (Fabricius)
Authors: MAHAJAN RENUKA S. , KARMARKAR M. S. , NARANGALKAR A. L. , JOSHI M. S. , MEHENDALE S. K. , NAIK KUMUD V. , JALGAONKAR V. N. , SAHANE P. A. , JADHAV VEDANTIKA V.
Published: January 2025

The research work was conducted to study the influence of temperature on the growth, and sporulation of local EPF strains of Penicillium spp. and their efficacy against Spodoptera litura (Fabricius) at Biological Control Laboratory, College of Agriculture, Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli, Maharashtra - India. Observations were recorded on the effect of different temperature (20, 25, 30, 35, and 40°C) on varying patterns of radial growth and CFU count of Penicillium camponotum and Penicillium citrinum (Raper and Thom) and their efficacy against S. litura. The study found that both fungal species exhibited optimal radial growth and CFU count at 25 - 30°C. Specifically, P. camponotum displayed the highest cumulative radial growth (76.80 mm) and CFU count (452.80) at 30°C, whereas P. citrinum showed peak radial growth at 30°C (88.20 mm) and CFU count at 25°C (449.60) after 4 days, and 48 h of incubation, respectively. These conditions also correlated with the highest mortality rates of S. litura when treated with a concentration of 1 × 106 of Penicillium sp. strains, resulting in mortality percentages between 64.00 - 69.00 per cent at 7 days of post-treatment. Conversely, extreme temperatures such as 40°C drastically reduced fungal growth and efficacy, resulting in minimal mortality rates of 5.00 - 8.00 per cent. At 27 ± 3°C, both Penicillium strains showed the highest cumulative radial growth and CFU count, likely due to temperature fluctuation, resulting in increased cumulative mortality percentages against S. litura. The probit analysis of EPF strains P. camponotum, and P. citrinum revealed that LT50 and LT95 values varied significantly with temperature and culture type. For P. camponotum, the LT50 values from 5.4 - 24.3 days and, LT95 values ranged from 17.0 - 217.4 days, indicating substantial sensitivity to temperature (except 40°C). In contrast, P. citrinum showed narrower ranges of LT50 from 4.9 - 10.8 days, and LT95 values ranged from 14.5 - 46.6 days for all radial growth, and CFU count cultures at all tested temperatures except 40°C. These results demonstrate the significant influence of temperature on the radial growth and CFU count cultures, mortality percentage, and lethal time to cause 50 and 90 per cent mortality rates of S. litura.
Advancing biocontrol: An Indian perspective on the production and status of biocontrol agents
Authors: VARSHNEY RICHA , SIVAKUMAR G. , SUBAHARAN K. , SUSHIL S. N.
Published: January 2025

Biological control plays an important role in ecosystem services. Globally, 350 species of invertebrate natural enemies (macrobials) are produced to tackle 100 insect pests. Besides invertebrate natural enemies, 209 microbial strains from 94 different species are commercially available in many countries for control of pests. In India, more than 13 insect predators and parasitoids are being multiplied in many states on a small scale. Among them, trichogrammatids are produced by more than 25 states and supplied to the farmers. A total of 104 biopesticide formulations have been officially registered in India under the Insecticide Act of 1968, encompassing 19 distinct types of biopesticides. A database was prepared to comprise information on biocontrol production units in all the states/UTs with details which are engaged in the production of biocontrol agents including both microbials and invertebrate natural enemies. According to the database, 86 government-funded units are engaged in the production of macrobials and 141 units are producing microbial biopesticides. As demand for biocontrol agents is increasing, government-funded laboratories for the production of macrobials and microbials are not sufficient to cater to the needs of farmers. Therefore, it is important to create a suitable environment and funding for start-ups to produce macrobials. There are private firms that produce microbial biopesticides, but it could be further enhanced by providing good infrastructure, ease in biopesticides regulation policies etc.
Comparative Study of Angiotensin Convertase Enzyme (ACE2) Gene Expression in Patients with Covid-19 By Molecular Method
Authors: Farzanegan Behrooz , Bahrami Naghmeh , Fathi Mohammad , Tahmasebi Saba , Pour Dizaji Mehdi Kazem , Shafaghi Shadi , Mohammadi Farnoush , Fotook  Kiaei Seyedeh Zahra , Tehrani Mona Mohajeri , Farhangiyan Masoume , Mohamadnia Abdolreza
Published: January 2025

Introduction: The Covid 19 illness is triggered by a coronavirus known as SARS CoV-2. This particular virus spreads rapidly likely because of the Spike proteins affinity, to the human ACE2 cell receptor causing harm to organs, like the lungs in type 2 pneumocytes that abundantly express this receptor.
Materials and Methods: The research methodology used in this study involved a case control approach. Patients were referred by a specialist following diagnosis. A total of 50 samples, from infectious cases and 50 samples from cases, with mild symptoms were analyzed for statistical purposes. The ACE2 gene expression was assessed using the Realtime RCR method after RNA extraction.
Results: The findings indicate that the average age does not have an impact on individuals experiencing mild symptoms. Moreover, there is a decrease in the expression of ACE2 genes in the blood of patients with severe symptoms hospitalized in intensive care units as compared to those, with mild symptoms, highlighting a substantial disparity.
Conclusion: The numerical value of fold change for ACE2 gene in severe type patients shows a decrease compared to mild patients and it is 2.11 times lower in severe type patients than mild type.
The Analysis of Anterior Facial Dimensions Among the Sample of Kurdish Population
Authors: Mahmood Bayad Jaza , Abdalla Mahmood Mohammed , Abdalkarim Kardo Mustafa , Hamaamin Kanar  Abdaladhim , Qadr Omar Ali Hama , Sabr Zhyar Falah
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Cephalometric analysis is essential for assessing facial proportions and planning treatments in orthodontics. Different populations, like the Kurdish group, have unique facial features, requiring specific norms for accurate clinical practice. This study establishes these norms for the Kurdish population.
Materials and Methods:  A cross-sectional study was conducted on 111 lateral cephalometric radiographs of Kurdish individuals aged 20-45 with balanced facial characteristics and class I occlusion. Radiographs were traced using digital tracing methods to measure total anterior facial height (TAFH), upper anterior facial height (UAFH), and lower anterior facial height (LAFH). The UAFH/TAFH and LAFH/TAFH ratios were also calculated. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 29.
Results: The study establishes cephalometric norms for the Kurdish population, highlighting significant sex differences in facial height measurements. These findings contribute to a more nuanced understanding of facial morphology in the Kurdish population, with implications for improving orthodontic and orthognathic treatment outcomes.
Conclusion: The study provides cephalometric norms for the Kurdish population, aiding in personalized orthodontic and orthognathic treatment planning. It also highlights significant sex differences, essential for achieving culturally appropriate aesthetic outcomes.
Investigating the Effect of Orthodontic Treatment on Salivary IgA Levels
Authors: Arefi Arian Hesam , Khorshidi Omid , Hosseinabadi Abolfazl
Published: January 2025

Introduction: One of the most important and complex functions of saliva is its defensive role, which is mainly performed by immunoglobulins, especially secretory IgA. This study investigated the effect of orthodontic treatment on changes in the salivary levels of IgA.
Materials and Methods:  Forty patients undergoing orthodontic treatment were examined in two fixed and removable groups. Saliva collection was done in three stages: before orthodontic treatment and three and six months after orthodontic treatment. Salivary IgA level was measured using the ELISA method. First, the salivary samples were centrifuged, and then the amount of IgA in the upper part of the solution was determined using the ELISA method.
Results: In the fixed and removable orthodontic treatment groups, the amount of salivary IgA before treatment, three months after treatment, and six months after treatment, according to ANOVA, showed a significant difference in the mean of salivary IgA levels.
Conclusion: With the start of orthodontic treatment, one can witness an increase in the defense mechanisms of saliva, as evidenced by an increase in the amount of IgA, with differences between fixed and removable orthodontic treatments.
Peripheral Giant Cell Granuloma of Maxilla: A Case Report
Authors: Takrami Zahra Pourgholi , Abbasi Fatemeh
Published: January 2025

Peripheral giant cell granuloma is a benign and reactive hyperplastic lesion originating from the periosteum and resulting from local stimulation or trauma. It is more aggressive due to its high growth potential and may involve the cortical plate. Diagnosis is based on histopathological findings. It occurs mostly in the lower jaw, but can also occur in the upper jaw. It often appears as a nodular purple mass on the gums or mucosa of the edentulous alveolar ridge. we report a case of maxillary peripheral giant cell granuloma with bone resorption in a 46-year-old male patient, who was treated with an excisional biopsy.
Model of the structure of the Earth’s crust and Upper Mantle along the Middle Ural transect (Based on the results of Volumetric seismic Density Modeling)
Authors: Martyshko P. S. , Byzov D. D. , Osipova A. Yu.
Published: January 2025

A geological and geophysical model of the structure of the earth’s crust and upper mantle along the Middle Ural transect is presented (as a vertical section of a three-dimensional seismic density model). The methodology for constructing a 3D density model of the earth’s crust and upper mantle for the Middle Urals is outlined. The model was created based on the results of interpretation of gravity anomalies in the Bouguer reduction and deep seismic sounding data. Creating a volumetric one consists of several stages. At the first stage, gradient velocity sections were constructed in the format of grid functions (2D models of seismic velocity distribution) to a depth of 80 km, which were converted into density ones using refined formulas. Next, a threedimensional zero-approximation density model is constructed (using interpolation methods) and the difference between the observed gravitational field and the field of this model is calculated. For the difference field, the inverse problem is solved the density values at the nodes of the computational grid are determined, which need to be added to the zeroapproximation model in order to satisfy the observed field. A comparison is made of the gradient density section obtained by a vertical section of the author’s volumetric density model of the earth’s crust and upper mantle of the Middle Urals along the line of the Middle Ural transect, with a density model created on the basis of a two-dimensional interpretation along this transect (according to the EUROPROBE program). The cross-section of the volumetric density model reflects the main features of the deep structure of the study area, presented in the two-dimensional model, and supplements them with new data on the distribution of physical parameters in the earth’s crust and mantle. This illustrates the fact that a three-dimensional density model, the construction of which takes into account geophysical data specified over the entire study area, carries more information about the structure of the earth’s crust than two-dimensional models.
Geochemistry of Kerogens of Jurassic Deposits of the North of Western Siberia
Authors: Borisova L. S. , Fomin A. N. , Kim P. S. , Yaroslavtseva E. S.
Published: January 2025

This work studies the geochemical features of the composition of kerogens from Jurassic deposits in the north of Western Siberia. The patterns of changes in the pyrolytic and isotopic characteristics of organic matter were established, information was obtained on its genetic type, maturity and residual oil and gas generation potential of organic matter. In the Jurassic deposits, the main oil-producing complexes were identified (Bazhenov horizon), as well as horizons capable of producing predominantly gaseous hydrocarbons due to their high maturity (Malyshevsky, Leontievsky, to a lesser extent Levinsky, Kiterbyutsky).