bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the regional “green” finances and identification of their vulnerable areas: Republic of Bashkortostan case study
Authors: Shmakova M. V.
Published: September 2022

This article systematizes approaches to the management of public finances directed to the environmental sphere both at the national and regional levels. The author highlights the main trends based on the use of synchronous (within the framework of the analysis of the structure of the management system) and diachronic (in terms of studying the dynamics of financing) analysis of the public administration system in the field of ecology and natural resources in the Republic of Bashkortostan, carried out on the materials of the state program Ecology and natural resources of the Republic of Bashkortostan dated 18 February 2014 No. 61 in its 20 editions. The study identifies vulnerable areas in terms of financing the management of the environmental sphere and natural resources at the regional level (on the example of the Republic of Bashkortostan). Leveling the identified negative factors will increase the economic connectivity of the place, and also contributes to the strengthening of the resilience of the territory. Improving the existing mechanism for financing the environmental sector is achievable by applying best practices, including tax incentives for introducing environmental innovations and investing in environmentally friendly and resource-saving technologies, environmental insurance, grants, debt swaps, national and international climate funds, public procurement of environmental goods and other.
Social protection of fathers in multiple-child families
Authors: Titor S. E.
Published: September 2022

Statistics show that the number of large families in Russian Federation is not decreasing. The state takes sufficient measures to support such families. The status of a father with many children is also being transformed. Fathers with many children today have begun to assert their rights more, which inevitably leads to the need for their revision. This determines the relevance of this study. The article analyzes sociological studies of multiple-child families from the point of view of their property status, the ability to work, improve their qualifications and career opportunities. The opinion of large families themselves about the problems they have to face with is studied. The status of a father with many children is studied in the context of his labor rights. According to the results of the study, some measures are proposed to further protect of fathers’ with many children labor rights. The study is applicable to the demographic policy of Russia.
Forecasting the career growth potential of university graduates
Authors: Gerasimov K. B. , Prosvirkin N. Yu.
Published: September 2022

This article aims to determine which employability skills best predict career potential. The regression analysis method was used to process the results of a survey of HR managers and it allowed to identify the employability skills that show the highest relationship with promotion. The results of the regression formed models of structural equations. The authors note that job-required leadership skills and information technology skills contribute significantly to the career growth potential of recent graduates. In addition, the authors found that the managerial skills, leadership qualities, and basic literacy skills identified in recent graduates by their employers are the strongest determinants of graduate career potential. The practical implications of the study show that it is important for trainees to develop basic employment skills prior to entering a job, as remedial on-the-job training can hinder career progression.
Human rights to Internet access and its safe use
Authors: Popov V. V. , Moskalenko P. I. , Cherkasova S. V.
Published: September 2022

This work is devoted to the analysis of the right to access the Internet and its safe use. The main purpose of the article is to consider the right to access the Internet and to a favorable social environment, as well as the introduction of these rights into the legislation of the Russian Federation. The authors analyzed the legislation of various states and international organizations in the field of free Internet access, considered the impact of a favorable Internet environment on the human psyche. The object of the study is the subjective human rights to access the Internet and to use the Internet safely. The subject of the study is the legal norms of the Russian Federation and foreign states, the norms of international law. The authors consider the role of a favorable environment on the Internet for minors, describe the main factors of restrictions on access to the Internet for teenagers. The methodological and theoretical basis of the research are private and general scientific approaches to the study of this topic. Formal logical and comparative methods were used, as well as methods of structural analysis. During the study, conclusions about the main differences in approaches to digital rights in the Russian Federation, foreign legal systems, and international law were drawn.
Development of non-traditional renewable energy sources in Russia: prospects and problems
Authors: Flaksman A. S.
Published: September 2022

The article considers one of the main trends of the industrial revolution 4.0, namely the decarbonization trend, including through the development of renewable energy sources. A significant lag in the development and implementation of renewable energy sources in the Russian Federation compared to the countries of the European Union has been revealed. An analysis of the main reasons for this situation showed the insufficient development of appropriate state mechanisms for stimulating alternative energy sources in Russia, as well as the country’s sufficient supply of hydrocarbon fuel. Since solar and wind generation account for the largest share in the structure of renewable energy sources, the author studied existing and promising technologies in the field of solar and wind energy. The advantages and disadvantages of using renewable energy sources are analyzed. The article describes the main mechanisms of state support aimed at the prospective development of renewable energy in Russia.
Achieving Decentralized, Electrified, and Decarbonized Ammonia Production
Authors: Fernandez Carlos , Chapman Oliver , Brown Marilyn , Hatzell Marta
Published: September 2022

The rapid reduction in the cost of renewable energy has motivated the transition away from carbon-intensive chemical manufacturing and towards renewable, electrified, and decarbonized technologies. While electrified chemical manufacturing technologies differ greatly, the feasibility of each approach is largely tied to energy efficiency and cost. We show that photovoltaic-driven ammonia production must achieve energy efficiencies above 20% and the capital cost must not exceed 600 USD/kW. This equates to a solar-to-ammonia efficiencies above 4%. We also identify the optimal regions where photovoltaic-driven, ammonia production may be capable of fulfilling agricultural need. To account for growing concerns regarding access to water, the geospatial optimization take into consideration water stress caused by new ammonia facilities, and recommendations ensure that the identified regions do not experience an increase in water stress. Taking water stress into consideration was shown to only increases cost by 2%. We conclude that movement toward a decentralized photovoltaic-driven ammonia-based supply chain may result in an 86% reduction in transportation distances with only a 17% increase in production costs if technologies meet target efficiencies.
APLICACIÓN PARA EL DISEÑO DE UNA PLANTILLA EMPLEADA EN LA ADQUISICIÓN DE EQUIPO BIOMÉDICO DE ACUERDO AL SERVICIO
Authors: Espitia Garzón María Natalia , Rodríguez Matías Andriceth Karime , Vageon Vargas Karen Iveth
Published: September 2022

Los equipos biomédicos se han convertido en parte esencial para prestar un adecuado servicio de atención medica por eso para las instituciones prestadoras de servicios de salud es primordial estar a la vanguardia tecnológica y contar con un plan de gestión que cumpla todos los estándares y necesidades en la compra y adquisición de tecnología biomédica. Por eso este proyecto tuvo como objetivo desarrollar una herramienta informática para la adquisición de equipo biomédico de acuerdo con el servicio hospitalario, basado en un pliego de condiciones que facilite al equipo técnico presentar los requisitos para abrir una licitación, logrando así la creación de AMK check acquisition una aplicación para dispositivos móviles la cual guía al usuario en las características ineludibles que se deben tener para adquirir un equipo y generando de forma automática los requisitos que deben cumplir los oferentes para presentarse a la licitación y para realizar la entrega final del equipo adquirido.
¿LAS CARRERAS DE INGENIERÍA SUPERARON EL ESTEREOTIPO DE GÉNERO? UN ESTUDIO DE CASO PARA REFLEXIONAR
Authors: Rojas Hernández Alix , Rojas Pérez Lilia Carolina
Published: September 2022

Un estereotipo se refiere a la percepción generalizada de una comunidad social o cultural sobre un grupo de personas con características comunes. El estereotipo de género es un esquema de pensamiento que clasifica de manera casi inconsciente cómo debe ser y qué comportamientos diferenciados deben tener mujeres y hombres. Tiene una connotación negativa porque establece un desarrollo diferente desde edades tempranas que puede desembocar en situaciones de desigualdad y de discriminación. Un ejemplo específico de este estereotipo son las carreras de ingeniería, que tradicionalmente han tenido un sesgo de género desde su fundación, y es por lo que, en este estudio de caso, se analizan las imágenes con las que una Universidad privada publicita sus programas de ingeniería en modalidad virtual y presencial. Se plantea un proceso de observación cualitativa para la recolección, la interpretación y el análisis de resultados, con el fin de ofrecer una reflexión crítica y abierta sobre el papel protagónico de las instituciones de educación superior en la sociedad.
LIDERAZGO, COMPROMISO Y EMPODERAMIENTO DE LAS INGENIERAS DE SISTEMAS EN LA PROVINCIA DE OCAÑA Y REGIÓN DE CATATUMBO
Authors: Velásquez Pérez Torcoroma , Sánchez Velásquez María Camila , Pérez Sánchez Laura Marcela
Published: September 2022

El programa de ingeniería de sistemas de la Universidad Francisco de Paula Santander Ocaña hace presencia en la región desde hace 17 años, en los que se ha venido fortaleciendo a los profesionales en aspectos informativos, tecnológicos e investigativos, estas características contribuyen a la formación de ingenieros(as) con competencias requeridas en el país y en la región. Con el surgimiento del programa se ha logrado impactar de forma positiva en la zona de influencia, así como también otras regiones nacionales. En los últimos 10 años la universidad ha titulado 340 ingenieros de sistemas de los cuales el 41% corresponde a mujeres egresadas que integran equipos de trabajo nacionales e internacionales en áreas de software, gestión de proyectos, tecnologías emergentes y demás campos de acción de la ingeniería, aportando de manera positiva al desarrollo de nuevos productos en el área. Por otra parte, desde la universidad se han consolidado propuestas de formación pos gradual orientadas hacia la seguridad de la información, vinculación al componente de redes de telecomunicaciones con la academia CISCO, auditoria de sistemas que aportan tanto a Gobierno como a la gestión de TI. Como la Ingeniería es un factor clave de desarrollo, es muy importante que su calidad sea proporcional a las exigencias sociales. Los esfuerzos de la sociedad para la formación de Ingenieros y la creación de una identidad en la Ingeniería deben verse compensados por resultados favorables para la invención pública, la iniciativa privada y el fundamento material del desarrollo local, regional y nacional. Se destacan roles en la empresa como en el sector de la educación, extensión y proyección social en asocio con organismos nacionales e internacionales. En el campo de la investigación las mujeres se han consolidado fuertemente como directoras de semilleros de investigación, las cuales a través de los conocimientos impartidos a los estudiantes logran impulsar la cultura investigativa en la institución. La ingeniería representa un valor fundamental para el desarrollo, es de vital importancia que su calidad sea directamente proporcional a las exigencias del entorno, dentro de la institución y a través de una cultura formativa se integran esfuerzos para contribuir a la formación de ingenieras con identidad, destacable en cualquier empresa donde laboran contribuyendo en el desarrollo local, regional, nacional e internacional.
LABORATORIO DE INNOVACIÓN SOCIAL EN EL MARCO DEL BOSQUE MODELO RISARALDA PARA LA ADAPTACIÓN AL CAMBIO CLIMÁTICO DESDE UNA PERSPECTIVA DE GÉNERO
Authors: Gutiérrez Castaño Julián , Giraldo Muñoz Gabriela , Muñoz Giraldo , Arenas Valencia Wilson , Rodríguez Pineda John Mario , Toro Arias Juliana , Valderrama Alvarado María Cristina
Published: September 2022

Hoy día la ciencia ha demostrado que el cambio climático presentado recientemente es debido al calentamiento global producido por la acción del ser humano desde el período industrial. Esta situación plantea desafíos que deben ser resueltos desde el trabajo conjunto de diferentes actores de distintas disciplinas. Por su parte, la innovación social abarca un propósito general de hacer del mundo un lugar mejor en diferentes campos y para todas las personas de manera equitativa. Esta perspectiva más incluyente, participativa y crítica se considera un modelo pertinente para abordar una problemática compleja y multidimensional como la del cambio climático. Teniendo en cuenta lo anterior, la Facultad de Ciencias Empresariales, en el marco del Bosque Modelo Risaralda (BMR) y en un trabajo conjunto con el programa Erasmus+ de la Unión Europea, se encuentra desarrollando el proyecto ClimateLabs, el cual busca fortalecer las capacidades en innovación e investigación de la Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira (UTP) a través del diseño de un laboratorio de innovación social para hacer frente a la problemática de cambio climático desde un enfoque de género: Living Lab UTP. El Design Thinking fue la metodología base para el diseño del laboratorio a través de cinco etapas, tales como: Empatizar, Definir, Idear, Prototipar y Testear. Dichas etapas permitieron identificar las capacidades internas de la universidad y desafíos del territorio en cuanto a cambio climático y perspectiva de género, también permitieron reconocer las líneas de acción iniciales del laboratorio, llevar a cabo su incubación y desarrollar dos prototipos iníciales para testear la propuesta de diseño realizada. Este laboratorio de innovación social se propone como una plataforma de diálogo y acción donde comunidad, instituciones y academia trabajan de manera colaborativa, con especial atención en problemas ambientales y sociales, puntualmente aquellos relacionados con cambio climático e inequidad de género en Risaralda. Por un lado, el Living Lab UTP servirá para conectar el aprendizaje de estudiantes con las necesidades y retos del territorio; por otro, se visualiza como una estrategia para articular el conocimiento académico y ancestral en pro del desarrollo e implementación de soluciones eficientes a este tipo de problemas de carácter sistémico y complejo.
EFECTO DE LOS AGREGADOS GRUESOS DISPONIBLES EN LA CIUDAD DE CALI SOBRE LAS PROPIEDADES MECÁNICAS DEL CONCRETO DE ALTA RESISTENCIA (CAR)
Authors: Maya Soto Juan Camilo , Meza Muñoz Alex Oswaldo , Beltrán Henao Juan Camilo , Rojas Manzano Manuel Alejandro
Published: September 2022

El concreto es el segundo material de construcción más utilizado en el mundo, después del agua. Dado el avance tecnológico de las materias primas que lo componen, surgió el concreto de alta resistencia (CAR) como una alternativa para la ejecución de proyectos de infraestructura de gran magnitud en el mundo. Sin embargo, en Colombia es necesario incentivar el uso de este tipo de material debido a sus beneficios técnicos y ambientales. De esta forma, este trabajo experimental tuvo como objetivo analizar el efecto del agregado grueso en las propiedades mecánicas del CAR fabricado con materiales disponibles en la Ciudad de Cali. Para alcanzar el objetivo planeado, se ejecutó la caracterización de los cuatro tipos de agregados gruesos seleccionados y demás materiales utilizados en la investigación, siguiendo las especificaciones técnicas de las normas vigentes. Por medio de la metodología de diseño de mezclas del ACI 211.4 se determinó la dosificación base del CAR para alcanzar una resistencia a la compresión de 60 MPa y posteriormente, se fabricaron diferentes concretos con agregados gruesos de distinta procedencia. Por último, se determinaron las propiedades en estado fresco y endurecido de cada concreto. Se concluye que, con los materiales disponibles en la región, es posible fabricar CAR que cumpla las especificaciones técnicas y que las propiedades del agregado grueso pueden influir en el desempeño mecánico del material.
EL SUEÑO MATERIALIZADO DE UN INGENIERO PUEDE TRANSFORMAR EL MUNDO
Authors: Naranjo Muñoz Marlon , Montero Acosta Henry , Cruz García Ingrid Viviana , Holguín Carrillo Nancy Rocío , Rojas Moreno Wendy Vivian , Rodríguez Herrera Elkin
Published: September 2022

El proyecto integrador nació de la necesidad de dar un enfoque más práctico a los alumnos en el final de su carrera, retando su conocimiento, sus expectativas de vida, sus habilidades, actitudes y aptitudes buscando aprovechar las oportunidades y los recursos en su vida profesional y personal orientándolos, guiándolos, encaminándolos hacia la necesidad de aprovechar los recursos ya existentes naturales, industriales, económicos entre otros mediante la concientización de la responsabilidad que como una sociedad educada tienen en la creación, la transformación, la reducción de sus desechos, que ayuden a no generar un gran impacto ambiental. Se busca hacer que los alumnos reúnan toda la experiencia que adquirieron a lo largo de su carrera, para materializarlo en un proyecto que puede llegar a ser como siempre se les dice “desde un proyecto de grado hasta convertirse en un proyecto de vida”. Pudiendo desarrollar desde un bien, proceso o servicio y como aprovechando adecuadamente los recursos, recuperando y transformando lo ya existente en algo innovador, práctico, útil, único apuntando a los componentes de innovación, social y/o, ambiental. Al darle vida a estos proyectos, los alumnos descubren que no solo puede ser mano de obra para la industria sino que a la vez pueden ser generadores de empleo, en una sociedad cada vez más limitada para los profesionales, poniendo a su vez en práctica todo lo que conlleva a la creación de una empresa y todo lo que ello implica como son el uso de indicadores de gestión, el trabajo en equipo, uso y aprovechamiento de los recursos, normatividad, etc. y lo más importante aprenden a mirar las falencias existentes en el entorno. Las experiencias durante el tiempo que se ha realizado la puesta en marcha de estos proyectos han sido muy gratificantes además de innovadoras, han logrado entender que como seres humanos con un conocimiento adicional como ingenieros de procesos industriales cuentan con las herramientas y los recursos necesarios, podemos ser profesionales competitivos, independientes y motores transformadores de la sociedad.El poder ver cómo algunos de estos proyectos convertidos en proyectos de grado y proyectos de vida.
HIV-1 infection enhances innate function and TLR7 expression in female plasmacytoid dendritic cells
Authors: Abbas Flora , Cenac Claire , Youness Ali , Azar Pascal , Delobel Pierre , Guéry Jean-Charles
Published: September 2022

Plasmacytoid dendritic cells (pDCs) express TLR7, a ssRNA-sensor encoded on the X chromosome, which escapes X chromosome inactivation (XCI) in females. pDCs are specialized in the production of type 1 interferons (IFN-I) through TLR7 activation which mediates both immune cell activation and also reactivation of latent HIV-1. The effect of HIV-1 infection in women under antiretroviral therapy (ART) on pDC functional responses remains poorly understood. Here, we show that pDCs from HIV/ART women exhibit exacerbated production of IFN-α and TNF-α compared with uninfected controls (UC) upon TLR7 activation. Because TLR7 can escape XCI in female pDCs, we measured the contribution of TLR7 allelic expression using SNP haplotypic markers to rigorously tag the allele of origin of TLR7 gene at single-cell resolution. Herein, we provide evidence that the enhanced functional response of pDCs in HIV/ART women is associated with higher transcriptional activity of the TLR7 locus from both X chromosomes, rather than differences in the frequency of TLR7 biallelic cells. These data reinforce the interest in targeting the HIV-1 reservoir using TLR7 agonists in women.
Elevation modelling of an area of the Siverskyi Donets riverbed (near Haidary village, Chuguyevskiy district, Kharkiv region)
Authors: Borysenko Kateryna , Popov Vladyslav , Oblogina Polina
Published: September 2022

Formulation of the problem. The article represents the practical experience of the bottom echo sounding and processing of the data received for digital elevation modelling. The relevance and specificity of using sonar equipment to study the specificity of the morphology of the underwater relief of small hydrological features are covered. The domestic and foreign publications in this area are analysed, and therefore the conclusion of the issue being not studied enough in domestic sources is made.

Methods. The analysis of literature sources on modelling the river network, visualization of relief models. The bathymetric survey data was used to compile a bathymetric map of the river and build a digital elevation model.

The purpose of the article is sharing developer experience in making of digital elevation models of a section of the riverbed on the example of the Siverskyi Donets River (near Haidary village, Chuguevskiy district, Kharkiv region). Processing of measurement data received as a result of echo sounder surveys. Preservation and recording of general information received to expand the river bottom relief database. Provide an overview of the uses and applications of geoinformation technologies, determine the research prospects based on the developed digital elevation models.

Results. The results of echo sounding and post-processing of the data received using specialized software are presented. The section of the Siverskyi Donets River in the area of the geographical educational and scientific station «Haidary» was chosen as the territory for the hydrographic research (Haidary village, Chuguevsky District, Kharkiv region). The field part of the research was conducted using the equipment of the material and technical basis of the Physical Geography and Cartography Department of the V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, for instance using the Lawrance Elite 7 TI chartplotter-echosounder with modern scanning modes CHIRP, DownScan, StrucureScan.

Scientific novelty and practical significance. The specificity of creating and visualizing in the ReefMaster software package is covered in the article. A model of the bottom of the corresponding section of the Siverskyi Donets River and a depth map, which will allow the future analysis of the dynamics and the prediction of changes of the bed configuration, have been developed on the basis of the field work results. The advantages of using budget equipment and software for performing underwater relief studies of such hydrological objects are formulated. The novelty of the study is not only the use of the methodological foundations of digital modelling, but also the alternative classification approaches for describing the relief and conducting morphostructural analysis based on the GIS technologies.
2,4,6-ТРИИОД-3-АМИНОБЕНЗОАТНЫЕ КОМПЛЕКСЫ НИКЕЛЯ: СИНТЕЗ, СТРОЕНИЕ И ОСОБЕННОСТИ НЕКОВАЛЕНТНЫХ ВЗАИМОДЕЙСТВИЙ В ТВЕРДОМ ТЕЛЕ
Authors: Жеребцов Д.А. , Шарутин В.В. , Полозов М.А. , Найферт С.А. , Раджакумар К. , Адонин С.А. , Осипов А.А. , Луценко А.И.
Published: September 2022

Получены гетеролептические 2,4,6-трииод-3-аминобензоатные (TriIABA) комплексы Ni(II) [NiL3(H2O)(TriIABA)2] (L = Py (1), 4-MePy (2)), строение которых определено методом РСА. Для обоих соединений характерно образование нековалентных взаимодействий типа галогенной связи (ГС) в твердом теле.
Age-specific associations between underlying health conditions and hospitalisation, death and in-hospital death among confirmed COVID-19 cases: a multi-country study based on surveillance data, June to December 2020
Authors: Funk Tjede , Innocenti Francesco , Gomes Dias Joana , Nerlander Lina , Melillo Tanya , Gauci Charmaine , Melillo Jackie M , Lenz Patrik , Sebestova Helena , Slezak Pavel , Vlckova Iva , Berild Jacob Dag , Mauroy Camilla , Seppälä Elina , Tønnessen Ragnhild , Vergison Anne , Mossong Joël , Masi Silvana , Huiart Laetitia , Cullen Gillian , Murphy Niamh , O’Connor Lois , O’Donnell Joan , Mook Piers , Pebody Richard G , Bundle Nick
Published: September 2022

Background

Underlying conditions are risk factors for severe COVID-19 outcomes but evidence is limited about how risks differ with age.

Aim

We sought to estimate age-specific associations between underlying conditions and hospitalisation, death and in-hospital death among COVID-19 cases.

Methods

We analysed case-based COVID-19 data submitted to The European Surveillance System between 2 June and 13 December 2020 by nine European countries. Eleven underlying conditions among cases with only one condition and the number of underlying conditions among multimorbid cases were used as exposures. Adjusted odds ratios (aOR) were estimated using 39 different age-adjusted and age-interaction multivariable logistic regression models, with marginal means from the latter used to estimate probabilities of severe outcome for each condition–age group combination.

Results

Cancer, cardiac disorder, diabetes, immunodeficiency, kidney, liver and lung disease, neurological disorders and obesity were associated with elevated risk (aOR: 1.5–5.6) of hospitalisation and death, after controlling for age, sex, reporting period and country. As age increased, age-specific aOR were lower and predicted probabilities higher. However, for some conditions, predicted probabilities were at least as high in younger individuals with the condition as in older cases without it. In multimorbid patients, the aOR for severe disease increased with number of conditions for all outcomes and in all age groups.

Conclusion

While supporting age-based vaccine roll-out, our findings could inform a more nuanced, age- and condition-specific approach to vaccine prioritisation. This is relevant as countries consider vaccination of younger people, boosters and dosing intervals in response to vaccine escape variants.
Using E-Portfolios for Active Student Engagement in the ODeL Environment
Authors: Kelebogile Mudau Patience , MP Modise Modise
Published: September 2022

Aim/Purpose: This study explored the use of e-portfolios in fostering student engagement with their lecturers, content, and other students during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Background: Although e-portfolios are still a relatively new trend in developing countries, they are becoming an alternative teaching and learning tool in distance education and online environments. Research has placed e-portfolios as channels through which important skills such as self-directed learning, critical thinking, and lifelong learning can be infused. Most research has focused on students’ perceptions of e-portfolios and/or implementation and adoption thereof, and not on how lecturers can design learning objects that foster active student engagement with the e-portfolios.

Methodology: Within an interpretive paradigm, the research followed a qualitative approach. Semi-structured interviews were held with nine purposefully selected lecturers in the College of Education (CEDU) and College of Human Sciences (CHS) in a South African ODeL university and document analysis reviewed undergraduate and postgraduate e-portfolio modules. A thematic approach was employed to analyze data.

Contribution: This study adds to the existing knowledge on how lecturers can design learning objects that foster active student engagement with the e-portfolios taking into consideration the three presences of community of enquiry in designing learning activities and this study suggests a definition of portfolio for better understanding in a different context.

Findings: The findings revealed that e-portfolios can promote active student engagement in Open Distance eLearning (ODeL) spaces.

Recommendations for Practitioners: The study recommends that lecturers should design learning objects in e-portfolios that require a high level of level student engagement. The study also recommends that higher education institutions (HEIs) provide lecturers with appropriate technical support and relevant continuous training on the design and development of learning objects in e-portfolios.

Recommendation for Researchers: Researchers can expand the study to other ODeL institutions of learning in Africa to validate the findings and find more options.

Impact on Society: E-portfolios by their nature are designed to promote personal reflection, collaboration, and digital literacy among students, and thus are appropriate vehicles through which active student engagement can be fostered.

Future Research: A broader study can be conducted on how lecturers can design learning objects that foster active student engagement with e-portfolios for educational purposes.
Implementation of a Lightweight and Portable Horn Antenna Using 3-D Printing Technology
Authors: Yamaçlı Serhan
Published: September 2022

In this study, a horn antenna operating at 5.8GHz centre frequency, which is an ISM operating frequency, is de-signed and manufactured. The novelty of the antenna is that it is produced using a 3D printer with a conductive filament containing carbon nanotube particles. The geometric dimensions of the antenna were calculated by means of an antenna design software. Then, the size of the radiating element of the antenna was optimized to set the centre frequency to 5.8GHz. It has been verified by electromagnetic simulations that the designed antenna exhibits this centre frequency. Then, the designed antenna geometry was sketched in a 3-dimensional drawing program and made ready for printing. This antenna was fabricated on an Ultimaker 3D printer with a PLA fila-ment containing conductive carbon nanotubes. The radiation element of the antenna and the SMA connector were finally attached to the printed antenna. The frequency response of the antenna is then measured using a vector network analyser and it has been shown that the produced pyramidal horn antenna works in the desired frequency band. The printed antenna has the desired frequency characteristic without the need for any additional coating or conductive spray thanks to the PLA filament containing conductive carbon nanotubes. The produced antenna has a weight of only 64.53 grams, including the SMA connector and the radiation element. The proposed lightweight and practical horn antenna design concept may have important applications considering the advances and needs of mobile defence and telecommunication systems.
Controllable Electrochemical Synthesis and Photovoltaic Performance of Bismuth Oxide/Graphene Oxide Nanostructure Arrays
Authors: Bayrakçeken Nişancı Fatma
Published: September 2022

The electrodeposition coated graphene oxide (GO) sheets on semiconductor metal oxide substrates are reduced to produce transparent, flexible, and conductive electrodes. Electrochemically produced bismuth oxide nanoflower films with high crystallinity were characterized by depositing reduced graphene oxide (GO) films on top. The influence of coating period on the shape, structure, and characteristics of electrochemically formed metal oxides was also examined. The graphene oxide modified metal oxide electrode was successfully manufactured using an electrochemical method and characterized using potential controlled electrochemical deposition, atomic force microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction techniques, and Raman measurements. By controlling the deposition period, we can regulate the form and size of electroprecipita-ted bismuth oxide/graphene oxide nanostructures using this electrochemical method from aqueous bismuth oxi-de/graphene oxide suspensions. The nanostructured bismuth oxide/graphene oxide electrode that results has high photovoltaic characteristics and can be employed in solar energy conversion applications. Our findings suggest that indium tin oxide (ITO) or bismuth oxide-GO films on gold electrodes may be used to enhance surface area in electrochemical synthesis, and that it is conceivable to synthesize semiconductor metal oxides in GO films for future flexible photovoltaic applications.
Shot Peening Effect on Reduced Graphene Oxide-based AA1070 Alloys Produced by Stir Casting Technique
Authors: Bülbül İremnur , Varol Remzi , Saraç Mehmet Fahri
Published: September 2022

The shot peening effects of reduced graphene oxide (rGO) additive on the structural, residual stress, hardness and surface roughness of AA1070 composites were investigated and reported in detail for the first time. It can be said that with increasing amounts of rGO added into AA1070 alloy, rGO is randomly distributed into the Al matrix with increasing amounts. The XRD analysis shows that there is no trace of carbon in the Al matrix, showing the the carbon structure did not diffuse into Al matrix during casting. However, in the EDS analysis, it was determined that the carbon value increased due to the increased presence of rGO. Although it has been studied according to the differences in ball diameters, it has been observed that the relative differences between the ball forging times affect the surface roughness changes in the samples. It was also observed that the hardness values were directly related to the ball forging times. On the other hand, the surface area of the forged matrix decreases in the presence of increasing rGO. While the hardness should increase after shot peening, cold deformation is not expected on the surface with the increase in the presence of rGO, and therefore, a decrease in the hardness value of the shot peened surface occurs. This is compatible with the residual stress results as well.
EXPERIENCE OF ORAL HISTORY RESEARCH IN CENTRAL ASIA
Authors:   International Institute for Central Asia, Sabirov Alisher T.
Published: September 2022

The article represents an analytical review of modern oral history researches made in the republics of Central Asia. The author considers the place and the role of oral history as one of new historical research methods for the region; analyses works of scholars from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan who study application of oral history methods in humanitarian research; identifies main directions and findings in oral history research in the countries of the region (the “oral history of women”, oral history through the eyes of contemporaries, history of political repression of the 1930s, etc.). The article also shows that a lot of oral history projects are being developed on the basis of various institutions (Academy of Sciences, universities, museums, non-governmental, non-profit organisations) and notes prospects of such projects. The author emphasizes that historiography of oral history in Central Asia remains relatively undeveloped in terms of both quantity and quality, as oral history just starts to develop as a direction and a research method within historical science of the Central Asia. The scientific novelty of the materials presented in the article involves identification of specific features and functionality of oral history which shape the overall regional history of Central Asia.
Building an Environment That Motivates Education Sustainability in Tumbang Habaon Village, Gunung Mas, Central Kalimantan Province, During Pandemic through Participatory Action Research between Parents, Schools and Church
Authors: Rahmelia Silvia , Prasetiawati  , Haloho Oktani , Dorothius Pongoh Fernando , Purwantoro Bambang
Published: September 2022

An environment that does not motivate the sustainability of education is a central issue in Tumbang Habaon Village, Tewah District, Gunung Mas Regency. This issue is illustrated by the weak motivation of students to come to school to study, the lack of parental guidance for school-age children and the school's not being optimal in conducting effective learning for students, especially during the pandemic. This community cervice of Christian Religious Education Study Program aims to empower education sustainability through Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach between parents, schools and also church. The problems were found then designed in several action plan including 1) Parent’s role in fostering student motivation to continue their education through parenting seminar; 2) Fostering the motivation of Junior High School (SMPN 4 Tewah) to learn and directing them to have goals in their education process through “Kelas Inspirasi” activities; 3) Train teachers of SMPN 4 Tewah in Tumbang Habaon to be able to evaluate effective learning and have implications for student learning development through K’13 Assessment Instruments Training; 4) Christian Education in GKE Kapania Congregation in Tumbang Habaon as an effort to urge residents about the importance of education through Sunday School (SHM) and Youth Service (SPRP). Participatory Action Research which has been done, were carried out between parents, students, congregation members and stake holder in Tumbang Habaon had a new perspective on the importance of education for children’s future and also collaborative motivation between parents, schools and the community to support the sustainability of education for the children in Tumbang Habaon
Treatment and Education on Prevention of Capitis Pediculosis in Female student Pesantren Al-Muslimun at Village Muda Setia, Bandar Seikijang, Pelalawan Regency, Riau
Authors: Maryanti Esy , Haslinda Lilly , Firdaus  , Mislindawati  , Azzuhara
Published: September 2022

Pediculosis capitis is a disease caused by head lice infestation (Pediculus humanus capitis). This disease is often overlooked because it does not cause fatal symptoms but can interfere concentration and activities of the affected individual. Infestation of parasite often affects a group of children in an orphanage, dormitory or boarding school. The purpose of this activity is to carried out at the Al-Muslimun Islamic Boarding School in Muda Setia Village, Bandar Seikijang District, Pelalawan, Riau Province. The target audience is students of tsanawiyah totaling 178 students. On examination, 93% were positive for pediculosis capitis. The students were given treatment of permethrin 1% and counseling in the form education on how to prevent and eradicate the disease. In addition to students, education is also given to musyrifah. It is hoped that students who have received treatment and education can receive and apply the knowledge gained so that can eradicate the disease.
The Effect of Dementia and Health Literacy on the Decision to Get Covid-19 Vaccine in Individuals over Sixty
Authors: Özgül Arslansoy Emine , Demirci Hakan
Published: September 2022

ABSTRACT Aim: In this study, it is aimed to examine the relationship between dementia and health literacy in individuals over the age of sixty and the decision not to receive COVID-19 vaccine. Methods: In the study, participants over
60 years of age who were registered in Mustafakemalpaşa Sırmalar and Yalıntaş Family Health Center between July-2021 and June-2022 and who received and did not receive COVID-19 vaccination were evaluated.The Newest Vital Sign scale
(Newest Vital Sign); Standardized Minimental Test was used. Results: In this sample, 82 people were found to have dementia. While this rate was 14% in those who received the vaccine, it was 68% in those who did not. It was determined
that the rate of participants who received tetanus vaccine, flu and pneumonia vaccine was higher in the control group compared to the case group (p=0.013).In the case group, the rate of those who did not trust the vaccine, who
were afraid of the vaccine and who thought that the vaccine was not protective was higher than the control group (p<0.001, p<0.001 and p<0.001, respectively).According to the results of multivariate logistic regression
analysis, it was designated that the risk of single participants not getting vaccinated was 24.04 times higher than those who were married. It was determined that the settlement was not effective on the decision to get vaccinated.
It was defined that those who did not have Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease had a 2.54 times higher tendency not to get vaccinated compared to the participants with this disease. It was determined that the participants without DM
tended not to get vaccinated 4.20 times more than the patients with DM and the participants without HBP tended not to get vaccinated 6.01 times more than the patients with HBP. It was identified that a one-unit increase in the
total score obtained from the NVS scale reduced the tendency not to get vaccinated by 29%. Conclusion: When it comes to individuals living alone, with reduced cognitive functions and low health literacy, family physicians may need
to make extra efforts to follow up and train these patients. In the fight against COVID-19, which is one of the vaccine-protectable diseases, family physicians should identify their patients in the risky group and follow these
patients more closely.
The Olive Sign in Infantile Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis: A Case Report
Authors: Uzbaş Merve , Kazancı Elif Güler , Özçakır Esra
Published: September 2022

Infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS) is a disease in infants caused by smooth muscle hypertrophy in the pylorus, which can progress to complete obstruction of the gastric outlet, leading to severe non-bilious vomiting. The
presentation of the disease is in the form of projectile and non-bilious vomiting following feeding in infants. The etiology is unknown. In cases where diagnosis and treatment are delayed, weight loss, malnutrition, fluid and electrolyte
disorders, dehydration, acid-base imbalances and even death may occur. Early diagnosis may be life saving in IHPS. Physical examination and imaging methods are used in the diagnosis. The ‘olive sign’ can be seen in most cases with
IHPS. A family physician should be able to diagnose and regulate the treatment of uncommon diseases like IHPS in primary care. In this case, the palpated olive sign played a key role in the diagnosis.
Two New Localities for Critically Endangered Kurdistan Newt, Neurergus derjugini Nesterov, 1916 (Caudata: Salamandridae) in Kurdistan Province, Western Iran and Problematic Taxonomic Status of this Species
Authors: Mawloudi Shahriar , Rastegar-Pouyani Nasrullah , Rastegar-Pouyani Eskandar , Rostami Shahbakhti
Published: September 2022

Neurergus derjugini is a mountain brook-dwelling newt which is distributed in the mid-Zagros Mountains in the border areas between Iran and Iraq. During extensive fieldwork in spring and summer 2016, two new localities were found for this endangered species in Kurdistan Province, western periphery of the Iranian Plateau. One locality is in Mariwan county and the other one is located in the extreme northwest of Baneh county. Both newly-found habitats are in relatively remote and lightly populated areas, increasing hopes for conservation of this valuable and critically endangered species.
Living in Patchy Habitats: Substrate Selection by Basking Sympatric Lizards in Contrasted Anthropogenic Habitats in Western France
Authors: Meek Roger , Luiselli Luca
Published: September 2022

The influence of temperature on the physiological processes in reptiles is well known, for example growth, reproduction and muscular energy are all temperature dependent. However, there may be constraints on the ability of a reptile to harness thermal energy, particularly during cold seasons in the temperate zones. Substrate selection is a key factor in enhancing thermoregulation since it can enhance rate of heat uptake. For example, wood substrates are known to increase rates of heat gain in basking reptiles enabling earlier attainment of optimum body temperatures compared to other substrate types, which enables increased time available for other activities. In this paper we describe substrate use for basking in populations of Lacerta bilineata and Podarcis muralis in a hedgerow and a population of Podarcis muralis in a suburban garden in western France. The proportions of substrate used were compared against a null model of substrate availability. When different substrates were pooled based on material similarities both species were recorded in greater frequency on wood based materials in comparison to their availability compared to non-wood substrates. However at a finer level, in comparison to the null model of substrate availability (fallen tree branches, tree stumps, open ground etc), P. muralis showed strong substrate selection whereas L. bilineata did not depart significantly from the null model. We speculate that intra-specific aggression in L. bilineata was one possible cause of this result due to dominant individuals limiting access to prime basking sites in smaller or female lizards. Differences in communal basking between the two species supported this notion.
Fairness in Educational and Psychological Testing: Examining Theoretical, Research, Practice, and Policy Implications of the 2014 Standards
Authors: Jonson Jessica L.
Published: September 2022

This book examines scholarship, best practice methodologies, and examples of policy and practice from various professional fields in education and psychology to illuminate the elevated emphasis on test fairness in the 2014 Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing. Together, the chapters provide a survey of critical and current issues with a view to broadening and contextualizing the fairness guidelines for different types of tests, test takers, and testing contexts. Researchers and practitioners from school psychology, clinical/counseling psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, and education will find the content useful in thinking more acutely about fairness in testing in their work. The book also has chapters that address implications for policy makers, and, in some cases, the public. These discussions are offered as a starting point for future scholarship on the theoretical, empirical, and applied aspects of fairness in testing particularly given the ever-increasing importance of addressing equity in testing.