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Happiness, virtue and wisdom: elements of ancient Greek philosophy in Islamic advice literature
Authors: Belhaj Abdessamad
Published: August 2024

This essay examines the profound influence of ancient Greek philosophy on Islamic advice literature, particularly in political ethics and governance. It aims to trace the integration of Greek philosophical ideas into Islamic advice literature, focusing on four key areas: Plato's theory of happiness, Aristotle's virtue ethics, the concept of "the three governances," and the ideal ruler-advisor relationship. Employing a meticulous analysis of a dozen Islamic sources from the tenth to the fifteenth centuries, it uncovers the extent of Greek thought's impact. Findings reveal that Islamic political elites, including philosophers, secretaries, religious scholars, and historians, adopted and adapted Greek philosophical theories to align with Islamic political goals and strategies. Plato's notions of happiness through just rule and the pursuit of knowledge and justice are echoed in the works of Islamic luminaries. Aristotle's virtue ethics, emphasizing prudence, temperance, courage, and justice, are seamlessly woven into Islamic governance literature. The concept of "the three governances" reflects Aristotelian governance principles, while Greek gnomology is used to validate political concepts especially the ideal ruler’s wisdom, showcasing the rhetorical power of invoking Greek authorities. The study concludes that Greek elements were frequently combined with Arabic, Persian, and other influences in Islamic advice literature, suggesting caution in interpreting Islamic political ethics through an exclusive lens. The research underscores the convergence of cross-cultural ideas and the Islamization of Greek philosophy to support political demands within a religious framework.
RESEARCH OF THE INTERACTION BETWEEN ZnO AND SiO BY THE METHOD OF IR SPECTROSCOPY
Authors: Zinchenko V. F. , Magunov I. R. , Babenko A. V. , Doha P. H.
Published: August 2024

The interaction of Zinc oxide with Silicon monoxide in an inert medium (purified argon) and in air was studied by the method of IR transmission spectroscopy at a temperature of 1273 K. Thermodynamic calculations confirm the possibility of interaction of ZnO with SiO at the same temperature with the formation of Zinc orthosilicate under the conditions of an inert environment (argon) and Zinc metasilicate under air conditions. As a result of the interaction, the transmission spectra of the components undergo significant changes: a band of Si–O valence vibrations appears in the range of 900–1100 cm-1, and the band of Zn–O valence vibrations in the range of 350–500 cm-1 is deformed, especially after calcination at in the air This is explained by the difference in the structure of reaction products in argon and in air. One of the possible products of reactions in argon is nanoparticles of elemental silicon in the Zinc orthosilicate matrix, Zn2SiO4, which is indirectly confirmed by the presence of oscillations in significant areas of the IR spectrum of the sample. Calcination in air leads to their disappearance under the influence of oxygen. At the same time, the integral intensity of the bands, that corresponds to the valence vibrations of the Si–O bonds, increases significantly up to the ratio of 22:14. The possibility of practical application of the obtained nanostructures is discussed. The increase in the integral intensities of the absorption bands in the IR transmission spectra corresponding to the valence vibrations of the Zn–O bonds compared to those for the bonds in the ZnO–SiO (argon) system is most likely due to a change in their structure (from hexagonal when calcined in argon to rhombic when calcined in air). Possible ways of practical application of the ZnO–SiO system in microwave electronics and infrared optics are discussed.
The Influence of Servant Leadership, Competency, Educational Qualifications, Work Environment on Employee Performance Mediated by Job Satisfaction
Authors: Lanus I Nyoman , Mahyuni Luh Putu
Published: August 2024

Performance is showing the quality and quantity of work achieved by an employee after carrying out the job duties assigned by the organization. Employee performance is influenced by many indicators such as servant leadership, competence, educational qualifications and work environment. This study aims to examine the influence of servant leadership, competency, educational qualifications and work environment on employee performance is mediated by job satisfaction. This research was conducted at the Regional Office X of the State Civil Service Agency with Civil Servants as research subjects. The population of this research is all Civil Servants who work at the Regional Office X of the State Civil Service Agency, totaling 89 people and using the saturated sample method, so that all employees are used as samples. Researchers used quantitative research with primary data from questionnaires distributed to Civil Servants of the State Civil Service Agency Regional Office X through google form with a Likert scale of 1-10. Using SEM Partial Least Squares (PLS) analysis technique. The results showed that servant leadership, competence, educational qualifications and work environment have a positive effect and significant on job satisfaction. Servant leadership, competence, work environment and job satisfaction have a positive effect on employee performance but educational qualifications have a negative effect and not significant on employee performance. Job satisfaction is able to mediated the influence of servant leadership, competence, educational qualifications and work environment on employee performance. The implications of this research can contribute information in understanding the specific relationship of leaders in determining decisions related to employee performance appraisal by considering the competence and educational qualifications of employees, increasing servant leadership of leaders and improving the quality of the work environment in order to improve the performance.
International Tax Treaties: Consequences and Legal Assessment of Suspension (in Russia and Abroad)
Authors:   Chief Research Scientist of the Department of Financial, Khavanova Inna A.
Published: August 2024

The article examines the consequences of the suspension of double taxation agreements, analyzes the approaches of foreign countries to the legality of the suspension. The author reveals the possibilities of suspending the validity of international tax treaties that do not contain suspension rules, as well as the features of partial suspension of international tax treaties.
Estudo e Proposta de um Conversor Boost de Elevado Ganho e Reduzida Tensão nas Chaves
Authors: Romeiro Lucas , Barbosa Lúcio dos Reis , Da Silva Newton , De Melo Leonimer Flávio
Published: August 2024

Elevado ganho de tensão é comumente necessário em aplicações que envolvem fontes alternativas de energia. Contudo, nesses casos, os conversores elevadores básicos apresentam limitações devidas, essencialmente, à necessidade de operação sob razões cíclicas extremas. Nesse contexto, o presente artigo apresenta a proposta e estudo de uma nova topologia não isolada de elevado ganho, obtida a partir da integração de estruturas. A máxima tensão de bloqueio suportada pelas chaves semicondutoras corresponde à metade da tensão de saída, possibilitando a utilização de componentes com menor resistência de condução. Ainda, a estratégia de comando utilizada para o acionamento das chaves, baseada em pulsos defasados, possibilita a utilização de componentes magnéticos compactos. Tais características possibilitam a operação do conversor com elevado ganho, eficiência e densidade de potência. A validação experimental é realizada a partir de um protótipo de 250 W, através do qual o conversor obteve um ganho de aproximadamente seis vezes, com um rendimento em plena de carga superior à 89$\%$.
IMPLEMENTASI METODE JIBRIL DALAM MENINGKATKAN KUALITAS PEMBELAJARAN AL-QUR'ANMATERI SURAH AL-HUJURAT/49:13 KELAS IV SDNEGERI 2 JEDONG
Authors: Bayidi Ahmad , Gafur Abd. , Barizi Ahmad
Published: August 2024

This research is based on the problem. What are the results of learning the Al-Qur'an using the Jibril method and audio-visual media on the material Surah Al-Hujurat/49:13 Class IV SD Negeri 2 Jedong Wagir Academic Year 2023/2024? Meanwhile, the aim of this research is to improve students' ability to read the Al-Qur'an and the quality of Al-Qur'an learning in the Islamic Religious Education learning process on the material "Let's Recite and Study the Q.S. Al-Hujurat/49:13 and Hadith about Diversity” after using Jibril's method and audio visual media for class IV SD Negeri 2 Jedong Wagir for the 2023/2024 academic year. This research uses three rounds of action research. Each round consists of four stages, namely: Planning, Action, observation and reflection. The target of this research is class IV students for the 2023-2024 academic year. Based on research, it has been proven that there has been an increase in Islamic Religious Education learning outcomes for class IV students at SD Negeri 2 Jedong in 2023/2024 who have reached the KKM, before implementing learning using the Jibril method, Islamic Religious Education learning outcomes for class IV students were still low. After implementing learning using the Jibril method in the first cycle, namely with a total of 30 students. 18 students have completed with a percentage of 60%, while 12 students have not completed with a percentage of 40%. Furthermore, in the second cycle, 24 students completed it with a percentage of 80%, while 6 students did not complete it with a percentage of 20%. It can be concluded that the application of learning using the singing method can improve the learning outcomes of class IV students at SD Negeri 2 Jedong in 2023/2024, namely from the number of students who completed 18 students (60%) in cycle I and 24 (80%) students in cycle II. This means that there has been a very significant increase, reaching 20%
How Is Financial Knowledge Related to Spending Behavior? Evidence From U.S. Stimulus Payments During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Chu Lanlan
Published: August 2024

This study utilizes data from the 2021 National Financial Capability Study to explore the roles of both subjective and objective financial knowledge in shaping individuals’ financial decisions regarding the utilization of stimulus payments during the COVID-19 pandemic. Employing the probit model, the study explores how financial knowledge is related to stimulus fund utilization. Specifically, the findings reveal that individuals with higher levels of subjective and objective financial knowledge are less likely to use stimulus payments for immediate spending, such as purchases and bill payments, while being more likely to use these payments toward debt repayment, saving, stock market investment, and donation. Notably, subjective financial knowledge is found to play a greater role in decisions related to the utilization of stimulus funds compared with objective financial knowledge. Additionally, this study indicates that the potential influence of financial knowledge on stimulus fund utilization varies across gender, employment, and marital status. These insights provide implications for practitioners in family financial counseling and planning practices, enabling them to better comprehend and support their clients during periods of economic disruptions and stimulus initiatives.
Psychometrics of an Eight-Item Pulmonary Artery Catheter Safe-Care Assessment Tool for Critical Care Nurses
Authors: Lieux Stacey M. , Crosby Lauren E. , Siedlecki Sandra L.
Published: August 2024

Background and Purpose:The ability to safely care for patients with pulmonary artery catheters (PACs) is an essential skill for critical care nurses, yet no valid and reliable test exists to assess this knowledge. The purpose of this study was to assess the psychometrics of a test created to assess nurses’ knowledge of PAC safe-care.Methods:Reliability was assessed using Kuder–Richardson-20, and validity was assessed using item difficulty, discrimination, and known-groups comparison.Results:The sample (N= 95) consisted of new graduates and experienced nurses. Reliability was less than desired (.657) but expected due to the small number of test items. Validity was supported by item difficulty, discrimination indices, and known-groups comparison.Conclusion:Assessing the reliability and validity of test questions is a crucial step for creating accurate instruments to assess safe-care practices, which can be used to improve course content and evaluation methods.
A Survivor-Centered Framework for Domestic Violence Brief Crisis Intervention: A Stakeholder-Informed Approach
Authors: O’Malley Teagen L. , Hagen Carol A. , Rabinovich Beth A. , Bravo Bueno Joselin N. , Greene Angela D. , Burke Jessica G.
Published: August 2024

Program evaluation and assessment are critical for understanding the impact of domestic violence services and interventions and for making necessary refinements and revisions to programs. Demonstrating the impact of domestic violence programs (e.g., hotlines and shelters) poses challenges due to the complexities associated with abuse experiences. The use of an assessment framework will help categorize users’ multiple needs, clarify specific components of intervention approaches, and ensure that services meet clients’ needs. This article provides a comprehensive overview of a theoretical and stakeholder-informed approach used to develop an assessment framework for the National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline). The research resulted in a framework which underscores the importance of survivor empowerment and support as key survivor outcomes. This article presents detailed information about the SAF-T project including methods and processes used to develop the survivor-centered framework and provides guidance for those interested in developing similar theoretical and stakeholder-informed frameworks for program planning, measuring performance, and evaluation efforts.
Religious Coping Styles Used by Young Black Women Who Experience DatingViolence
Authors: Debnam Katrina J. , Shin Juehyun , Milam Adam J.
Published: August 2024

Young Black women experience higher rates of dating violence victimization compared to their White peers. Religion is a cornerstone of African American culture, suggesting that Black women may use religious coping after experiencing trauma like dating violence. However, research has not explored the patterns of religious coping following dating violence experiences. The current study analyzed survey data from 481 young Black women aged 18–19 years on their religious coping behaviors, acceptance of violence beliefs, and dating violence victimization experiences. Results showed that victimization was positively associated with negative religious coping. Findings indicate that one way young Black women cope with dating violence victimization is through feelings of spiritual discontent, and they may see their victimization as a punishment from God.
Comparative Analysis of the Implementation of Electronic Money Transfer Levies in Ghana and Nigeria: Policies, Legal Frameworks, and Outcomes
Authors: Niesten Hannelore , Kobina Amoako Isaac , Dahiru Abdullahi Bala
Published: August 2024

This study compares the implementation of electronic transaction taxes (e-levies) in two West African countries: Ghana (Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy)), and Nigeria (Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL)). We employ a multifaceted approach to evaluate differences and similarities in design approaches, focusing on fiscal legal frameworks, policy-making and administration, and observable outcomes, including pricing, market development (usage patterns), and tax revenue. Our findings highlight that the e-levies in Ghana and Nigeria differ due to varying political, economic, and legal dynamics associated with each country. Both countries tax electronic transfer values (amounts) above a threshold, but the nature and structure of these levies vary. Ghana applies a new specific 1 per cent tax on electronic transfers exceeding GH₵100 (US$6.82) daily. Nigeria applies a flat fee of NG₦50 (US$0.034) for transactions over NG₦10,000 (US$6.73). Ghana targets domestic electronic money transfers, featuring a broad spectrum of exemptions, while Nigeria focuses on electronic deposits and electronic money transfers, including remittances, excluding intra-bank transactions. Despite initial opposition, Ghana enacted the E-Levy to include informal economy transactions and enhance domestic resource mobilisation. Electronic transactions have surged in Ghana, while Nigeria's market faces infrastructure challenges but shows slow progress. Telecom operators dominate mobile money in Ghana; banks lead in Nigeria due to delayed telecom licensing. Insights into revenue allocation indicate differing intentions. At the same time, both e-levies contribute a maximum of 2 per cent to overall tax revenue – Ghana aims for road infrastructure, and Nigeria intends to fund social amenities, though evidence is scarce.
Bentuk Variasi Makna Kalam Insya’ Talabi dalam Komik Nawadir Juha Li Al-Atfal
Authors: Nurwahid Ahmad , Fatimatul Djamilah Wulan Indah , Anam Faqihul
Published: August 2024

Artikel ini adalah hasil dari penelitian kualitatif deskriptif terhadap komik Nawadir Juha li al – athfal karya seorang sufi bernama Nasruddin Juha yang bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi bentuk - bentuk variasi makna kalam insya thalabi dalam perspektif balaghah. Jenis penelitian ini adalah library research dengan human instrument sebagai instrumen utama untuk mengumpulkan, menyajikan, mengorganisasi, memaknai dan menyimpulkan data – data hasil penelitian serta ditunjang instrumen bantu berupa tabel atau pedoman analisis. Sumber data primer yang digali datanya adalah tiap paragraf yang ada dalam komik Nawadir Juha li al – athfal tersebut yang dikumpulkan dengan metode dokumentasi, kemudian dianalisis dengan tekhnik analisis wacana yakni mengkaji data berupa wacana tertulis secara keseluruhan baik dari segi tulisan maupun maknanya. Dari penelitian ini didapatkan bentuk insya thalabi dalam komik Nawadir Juha li al – athfal ada 45 berbentuk kalimat perintah, 5 berbentuk kalimat larangan, 64 berbentuk kalimat tanya, 21 berbentuk kalimat seruan/panggilan dengan bentuk variasi makna Amr (perintah) berjumlah 34 data yang terdiri dari Iltimas (perintah kepada sebaya) ada 21 bentuk, Tahdid (ancaman) ada 1 bentuk, Ta’jiz (melemahkan) ada 7 bentuk, Taswiyah (menyamakan) ada 2 bentuk, dan Ibahah (membolehkan) ada 3 bentuk. Bentuk variasi makna Nahyi ( larangan) berjumlah 4 data, terdapat dalam bentuk Taubigh (teguran/celaan). Bentuk variasi makna Istifham berjumlah 7 data, terdiri dari bentuk Amr (perintah) sebanyak 2 data, bentuk Inkar (penolakan) sebanyak 3 data, dan bentuk Tahqir (merendahkan) sebanyak 2 data. Bentuk variasi makna Nida’ (panggilan) ditemukan berjumlah 32 data yang terdiri dari bentuk anjuran, mengusung, mendorong atau menyenangkan sebanyak 12 data, bentuk teguran keras atau mencegah sebanyak 10 data, bentuk penyesalan/keresahan dan kesakitan sebanyak 2 data, bentuk mohon pertolongan sebanyak 2 data, bentuk ratapan atau mengaduh sebanyak 3 data, bentuk kasihan sebanyak 1 data serta bentuk bingung dan gelisah sebanyak 2 data.
Perancangan Early Warning System Bencana Banjir Menggunakan Meetode Fuzzy logic Control Berbasis IoT
Authors: Rahardi Gamma Aditya , Muldayani Wahyu , Sumardi Sumardi , Wijaya Mochamad Diki Ari
Published: August 2024

Indonesia adalah salah satu negara berkembang yang rentan akibat berbagai bencana alam, terutamabanjir merupakan salah satu fenomena alam yang terjadi akibat intensitas curah hujan yang tinggi dimana terjadi kelebihan air yang tidak tertampung oleh jaringan saluran air pada suatu wilayah. Oleh karena itu, di perlukan sistem peringatan dini dengan menggunakan metode fuzzy logiccontrol sebagai pengambilan keputusan agar dapat menanggulangi bencana sehingga antisipasi warga dalam menghadapi bencana akan meningkat. Dari hasil penelitian yang dilakukan pada sensor HCSR04 untuk pembacaan ketinggian air dengan rata - rata Error persen sebesar ±0,50%, sensor Rain gauge untuk pembacaan curah hujan dengan rata - rata Error persen sebesar ±0,73%, dan sensor Turbidity dengan rata – rata Error persen sebesar ±12,2%. Pada pengujian alat ini menggunakan parameter ketika ketinggian air 0-40 cm, intensitas curah hujan sebesar 0-100mm dan kekeruhan air terbaca 0-200 NTU maka akan menampilkan kondisi aman. Ketika ketinggian air 41-80 cm, intensitas curah hujan sebesar 101-300mm dan kekeruhan air terbaca 201-467 NTU maka akan menampilkan kondisi waspada dan memberikan peringatan dengan sirine menyala sebanyak tiga kali dan juga memunculkan notifikasi pada aplikasi blynk. Dan ketika ketinggian air 81-100 cm, intensitas curah hujan sebesar 301-500mm dan kekeruhan air terbaca 468-700 NTU maka akan menampilkan kondisi bahaya dan memberikan peringatan dengan sirine menyala terus menerus dan juga memunculkan notifikasi pada aplikasi blynk.
Prototype Sistem Peringatan Dini Berbasis Iot (Internet Of Things) untuk Mitigasi Bencana Tsunami di Pantai Pancer, Puger
Authors: Akbar Ahmad Fauzil , Cahyadi Widya , Muldayani Wahyu
Published: August 2024

Industri 4.0 adalah konsep revolusi industri ke 4 yang menggabungkan teknologi otomasi dengan cyber technology. IoT merupakan salah satu pilar utama dalam perkembangan revolusi industri 4.0. Fondasi IoT dapat dianggap sebagai infrastruktur jaringan global yang terdiri dari banyak perangkat terhubung yang mengandalkan teknologi sensorik, komunikasi, jaringan, dan pemrosesan informasi. Mitigasi bencana adalah serangkaian upaya untuk mengurangi risiko bencana, baik melalui pembangunan fisik maupun penyadaran dan peningkatan kemampuan menghadapi ancaman bencana. Pada penelitian ini akan dilakukan perancangan dan analisis kinerja prototype perangkat pendeteksi tsunami berbasis IoT akibat aktivitas gempa di bawah laut. Perubahan tinggi pasang surut air laut akan dimonitor secara real-time dan diolah sehingga dapat memberikan peringatan dini apabila parameter terjadinya tsunami terdeteksi. Dari analisa dan pengolahan data yang telah dilakukan dapat diambil kesimpulan prototype alat system peringatan dini tsunami yang telah dibuat bekerja dengan baik dan benar. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan sensor ultrasonic dapat membaca data, modul sim900 dapat mengirimkan data dan database dapat menyimpan data yang telah dikirimkan.
The first record of Aspidogaster conchicola (Trematoda: Aspidogastridae) in the freshwater mussel Unio pictorum in Croatia
Authors:   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Horvatovac 102a, Zagreb, Croatia, Lajtner Jasna , Matanović Krešimir ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Heinzelova 55, Zagreb, Croatia, Gjurčević Emil ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Heinzelova 55, Zagreb, Croatia, Ivanković Dušica ,   Ruđer Bošković Institute, Bijenička 54, Zagreb, Croatia, Kiralj Zoran ,   Ruđer Bošković Institute, Bijenička 54, Zagreb, Croatia, Trgovčić Krešimira ,   Vodovod i kanalizacija d.o.o. Karlovac, Gažanski trg 8, Karlovac, Croatia, Dragun Zrinka ,   Ruđer Bošković Institute, Bijenička 54, Zagreb, Croatia
Published: August 2024

Although Aspidogaster conchicola is a common and widespread parasite of freshwater molluscs, knowledge about its distribution and hosts in Croatia is still insufficient. The aim of our research was to investigate the presence of A. conchicola in the freshwater mussel Unio pictorum, which is widely distributed in the rivers of Europe. The study was conducted in the Mrežnica River, where U. pictorum is a common species. Five specimens of U. pictorum were collected by scuba diving in October 2021. The dissection of mussels was carried out in the laboratory, and all tissues were inspected under a stereo microscope. Determination of the parasite was performed based on the number and arrangement of alveoli. The results showed that the prevalence of infection was 40% (two out of five mussels were infected), and the intensity of infection was 2 to 3 specimens per mussel. All parasites were detected in the mussels’ pericardial cavity. In conclusion, this is the first record of A. conchicola in U. pictorum in Croatia.
Some rare and threatened plant species of the flora of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Nevesinjsko Polje
Authors:   University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Mladena Stojanovića 2, 78000 Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Škondrić Siniša , Knežević Jelena ,   Botanical Society "Andreas Wolny", Trg Dositeja Obradovića 2, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia, Perić Ranko ,   Institute for Nature Conservation of Vojvodina province, Radnička 20a, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
Published: August 2024

Nevesinjsko Polje is one of the large karst fields of the Dinaric karst (western Balkans). There is a long tradition of floristic research into the Nevesinjsko Polje, starting at the the end of the 19th century. During our field research into the wetland ecosystems of the Nevesinjsko Polje, new and noteworthy chorological data for rare and threatened vascular plant species were recorded: Achillea ptarmica, Drosera rotundifolia, Menyanthes trifoliata and Sanguisorba officinalis. Also, data concerning their habitats and population sizes are presented, and the conservation status of the studied species is assessed as Critically Endangered in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Possible negative anthropogenic influences could threaten the wetland habitats where these species occur, and the paper highlights the need to monitor the population trends of the studied species.
Benthic macroinvertebrate communities change along a karstic barrage-lake system
Authors:   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Horvatovac 102a, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia, Sviben Sanja , Matoničkin Kepčija Renata ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Horvatovac 102a, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia, Vilenica Marina ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Teacher Education, Trg Matice Hrvatske 12, 44250 Petrinja, Croatia, Krulik Ivančica ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Horvatovac 102a, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia, Mičetić Stanković Vlatka ,   Croatian Natural History Museum, Demetrova 1, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia, Kružić Petar ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Horvatovac 102a, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia, Kučinić Mladen ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Horvatovac 102a, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia
Published: August 2024

Barrage-lake systems are a rare natural phenomenon with specific ecological characteristics that are greatly affected by tufa formation. Our main goal was to investigate benthic macroinvertebrate communities and their longitudinal variations within the lakes arranged in cascades in the Dinaric karst hydrosystem. Each lake within the Plitvice Lakes system studied presented with a distinct community, showing the effects of the barrage-lake system on the macroinvertebrates in these lakes. We observed a downstream decrease in taxa richness, abundance and Shannon diversity index along the longitudinal profile of the studied barrage-lake system. This pattern is most probably a result of decreased organic matter and increased tufa deposition. Overall, our results suggest that the hydrosystem studied represents a sequence of sediment sinks in which lakes retain and accumulate organic matter and fauna. Therefore, each lake acts as a filtering screen and consequently appears to be a small ecosystem. Each lake has its own community characteristics, regardless of the fact that water flows from one lake to the next, connecting them and creating very similar abiotic conditions in each lake along the system.
New records and distributional data of some Coleoptera and Hymenoptera from Greece
Authors:   Department of Crop Science, Agricultural University of Athens, GR-11855 Athens, Greece, Gastouniotis Georgios , Kakiopoulos Georgios ,   Athens, Greece
Published: August 2024

We report on new data obtained from our collections concerning 22 species of Coleoptera and Hymenoptera collected in Greece, providing new distributional records, the first records of two Hymenoptera previously unreported from Greece: i.e. Chalybion bengalense (Dahlbom, 1845) and Tremex fuscicornis (Fabricius, 1787) as well as some notes on their identification, ecology and native or alien status.
CURRÍCULOS DE EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA DO CAP- INES: PRÁXIS EM CONSTANTE MOVIMENTO
Authors: Leal Raposo Daniel Moreira , Oliveira dos Santos Elielsom , Gonçalves Leonardo Conceição , Silva dos Santos Marcelo , Marco Antonio da Silva
Published: August 2024

O presente artigo apresenta reflexões sobre os currículos de Educação Física praticados no Instituto Nacional de Educação de  Surdos - INES, especialmente frente à mais recente construção curricular de 2021, em que a equipe de Educação Física, de  forma coletiva, confeccionou uma proposta curricular sobre o corpo, com múltiplas abordagens e utilização de diversos aportes  teórico-metodológicos. Num primeiro momento foi realizada uma síntese do Currículo formal com o objetivo de apresentar primordialmente os fundamentos, pressupostos epistemológicos, princípios e objetivos. Um segundo momento foi dedicado aos  currículos praticados pela equipe de Educação Física nos diversos segmentos (Educação Infantil, Ensino Fundamental e Ensino Médio) e modalidades (Regular e EJA) de ensino em que atua dentro do INES, com o intuito de apreender como vem sendo  a práxis pedagógica de Educação Física à luz do mencionado currículo. A conclusão deste artigo aponta para a importância  do permanente diálogo entre o documento norteador e os desafios que suscitam a constante inovação da prática pedagógica. Estando o currículo em unidade com a práxis, que é constante movimento, torna-se fundamental avançar no atendimento à  singularidade do ser surdo existente no Colégio de Aplicação do INES (Cap-INES), buscando, sobretudo, garantir ao estudante,  em toda sua diversidade, o acesso ao conhecimento construído historicamente pela humanidade, transformando conceitos e  práticas amplamente difundidos entre ouvintes em conhecimentos e vivências apropriados e produzidos também pelo sujeito surdo. Nesta caminhada, a compreensão do que pode ser uma “Educação Física Bilíngue” é o horizonte para o qual nos dirigimos.
EXPLORANDO OS MISTÉRIOS DO CORPO HUMANO NA PERSPECTIVA DA EDUCAÇÃO BILÍNGUE: PRÁTICAS EXITOSAS NO ENSINO DO CORPO HUMANO PARA ESTUDANTES SURDOS
Authors: Ribeiro Lucas Vilaça
Published: August 2024

O artigo propõe investigar o ensino do corpo humano para estudantes surdos por meio do bilinguismo,  utilizando aulas experienciais, atividades de pesquisa e a confecção de um livro ilustrado. Destaca-se a  importância da educação bilíngue, com a Língua Brasileira de Sinais (Libras) como língua de instrução  e a Língua portuguesa escrita como segunda língua, para promover uma aprendizagem significativa. O  relato busca apresentar as estratégias pedagógicas utilizadas, visando uma compreensão mais profunda e eficaz dos sistemas corporais pelos estudantes surdos. Através de aulas experienciais, atividades de  pesquisa e confecção de um livro ilustrado, busca-se proporcionar uma aprendizagem mais eficaz e  inclusiva, respeitando as identidades linguísticas e culturais dos alunos. Espera-se contribuir para o  avanço da educação bilíngue de surdos e promover práticas pedagógicas mais equitativas, valorizando a diversidade linguística e cultural.
NOSSA COR: O ENCONTRO COM HUMANÆE ANGÉLICA DASS
Authors: Lira Joana , Vignoli Lucia , Quattre Milena , Cucco Marcelo , Cavassin Juliana , Tuttman Diegues Anna Martha
Published: August 2024

Apresenta-se um relato afetivo e visual sobre projetos artísticos realizados pelo Núcleo de Artes do Instituto Nacional de  Educação de Surdos (INES) baseado, sobretudo, na experiência vivenciada com a artista Angélica Dass na instituição. Os  resultados materiais foram: um vídeo com imagens do processo, no qual a letra da música Nossa cor, na edição, traz mais uma camada de significado; a pintura de um mural no pátio do INES e a confecção coletiva de um painel de autorretratos  dos alunos. Além da materialidade, a experiência possibilitou a vivência de uma pedagogia da autonomia, refletindo e  transformando os agentes envolvidos a partir da perspectiva dialógica, coletiva e de empoderamento identitário surdo e discussões acerca do racismo na busca de ações afirmativas para combatê-lo.
Memórias gustativas: um estudo sobre idosos residentes em instituições de longa permanência
Authors: Boldo Flávia Beatriz Sada , Sohn Ana Paula Lisboa , Tricárico Luciano Torres
Published: August 2024

A comida, na forma como é preparada, servida e socializada, carrega consigo uma série de gestos, de histórias, de particularidades e de significados que a fazem representar parte da cultura de determinada sociedade, a qual vai se modificando e sendo transmitida ao longo das gerações como forma de legado, como patrimônio. Todos estes aspectos culturais, lugares onde foram vivenciados, pessoas que participaram e, também, os sensoriais, como aromas, texturas e sons, formam as memórias alimentares e/ou gustativas. Desde a infância até a velhice, os hábitos alimentares vão mudar consideravelmente, mas a memória de algumas das primeiras experiências alimentares e do contexto social em que foram vivenciadas pode permanecer para sempre em nossa consciência. O presente trabalho trata da análise das memórias gustativas de idosos residentes em instituições de longa permanência. Para tanto, foi realizada uma pesquisa com abordagem qualitativa e etnográfica em duas instituições localizadas em Santa Catarina. Os resultados mostram que a memória gustativa dos idosos está ligada a uma alimentação predominantemente caseira e natural, baseada no consumo de itens provenientes, na sua maioria, de hortas familiares e da criação de animais. O preparo e a conservação dos alimentos eram influenciados pela tecnologia disponível. Observou-se que as memórias gustativas estão fortemente associadas à origem cultural dos idosos.
Em busca de si: construindo agência e autonomia feminina em contextos de pobreza
Authors: Mariano Silvana , Ferreira Lina Penati , Tavares Márcia
Published: August 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho é propor recursos teóricos e conceituais úteis para compreender formas de agência e de autonomia feminina entre mulheres pobres e negras, moradoras de grandes centros urbanos no Brasil. Em seu desenvolvimento, realizamos escolhas teórico-conceituais do feminismo, da sociologia do sujeito e da sociologia da agência e as mobilizamos no desafio de interpretar sociologicamente a trajetória de Rosa, mulher negra de 67 anos, residente em Belém do Pará e beneficiária do Bolsa Família. Com uma descrição densa da narrativa de Rosa, interessa-nos apreender as interações entre as limitações que constrangem a ação e as oportunidades que resultam em realizar seus próprios interesses. Buscamos, com isso, localizar, em sua narrativa, a rede de solidariedade na qual se ancora e que fortalece a tessitura de escolhas, agenciamentos e oportunidades, ao mesmo tempo que a impulsiona a driblar obstáculos.
Educação ambiental no Brasil e reflexões sobre a Lei n. 9.795/1999
Authors: Grubba Leilane Serratine , Pellenz Mayara
Published: August 2024

O artigo tematiza a educação ambiental no Brasil, em consonância com os direitos humanos, e objetiva ponderar sobre a Lei n. 9.795 de 1999. Problematiza-se o que a Lei n. 9.795/99 efetivamente oportunizou em termos ambientais e objetiva-se investigar de que forma os espaços informais de ensino foram favorecidos e se a educação ambiental se efetiva em uma perspectiva limitada ao espaço escolar ou deve estar disseminada como conteúdo ético e prático nas relações humanas. Para a pesquisa, utiliza-se o método dedutivo, com pesquisa qualitativa bibliográfica e legislativa. Metodologicamente, são apresentados os aspectos históricos da educação ambiental e os seus reflexos no Brasil, perpassando pelos tratados internacionais dos quais o país é signatário, assim como os mandamentos constitucionais, órgãos e institutos que consagram a proteção do meio ambiente e a gestão ambiental, sobretudo por meio da educação ambiental. Sequencialmente, enfoca-se na Lei de Educação ambiental (Lei n. 9.795/99), refletindo criticamente sobre suas disposições. É resultado da pesquisa a importância da educação ambiental para a Política Nacional de Educação, entendendo-a como objetivo para uma compreensão integrada do meio ambiente em suas múltiplas e complexas relações (i.e., aspectos ecológicos, psicológicos, legais, políticos, sociais, econômicos, científicos, culturais e éticos). A educação ambiental deve estar inserida no ensino formal; ademais, direcionada à comunidade, visando à garantia da democratização das informações socioambientais, ao estímulo ao fortalecimento de uma consciência crítica sobre a problemática ambiental e social, ao incentivo à participação individual e coletiva, permanente e responsável, na preservação do equilíbrio do meio ambiente. A defesa da qualidade ambiental é valor inseparável do exercício da cidadania.
A Festa de São Benedito da rua da Barra em Rosário Oeste, MT
Authors: Silva Gildete Evangelista da , Matias Rosemary , Alves Gilberto Luiz
Published: August 2024

Este artigo tem como objeto a Festa de São Benedito da Rua da Barra em Rosário Oeste, MT. Objetiva analisar sua história, seu ritual e a devoção da festa considerando a necessidade de registros desse evento cultural de caráter religioso, que acontece há mais de 100 anos e ainda não havia sido pesquisado como prática cultural. O referencial teórico, norteador da análise dos dados empíricos, foi fundamentado nas categorias cultura (Alves, 2021) e festa religiosa (Queiroz, 1976; Claval, 2007). Os dados foram levantados por meio de fontes primárias, em entrevistas semiestruturadas com descendentes da família festeira Oliveira e pessoas que vivenciam ou vivenciaram a festa. Também foi realizado levantamento documental, complementado por imagens do evento. Dados obtidos por meio de fontes secundárias foram buscados em trabalhos escritos como livros, artigos, capítulos de livros, revistas, teses e dissertações de autores que abordam o tema. A Festa de São Benedito da Rua da Barra é um evento de devoção e fé, que nasceu na família Oliveira, na zona rural da cidade, e, na atualidade, é um acontecimento de grande magnitude, visitada pelos habitantes rosarienses e de outras cidades do estado. Todavia, a continuidade da festa como tradição com as características atuais não é alvissareira, tendo vista que os costumes mudam ao sabor das transformações das relações sociais. E, como as transformações são contínuas, será necessário ajustar a festa às transformações em curso.
Saudi faculty online assessment experience: Evidence from the COVID-19 era
Authors: Almuqayteeb Taghreed Abdulaziz , Mohamed Wessam
Published: August 2024

E-learning has taken the lead over face-to-face instruction in higher education as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This shift forced faculty members to adapt to new roles and responsibilities to design and apply online instruction and assessments that require specific skills. This research aims to examine faculty experiences with online assessments during the COVID-19 pandemic at Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University (IAU). We used the quantitative study method to analyze faculty experience with online assessment practices during the pandemic using a structured questionnaire composed of 24 items to assess five main areas: faculty awareness, faculty satisfaction, challenges, best practices and suggestions for improvement. This study included one hundred and fifty-five faculty members between September and December 2020. The data obtained were analyzed using descriptive statistics including means, standard deviations, frequencies and percentages. Findings demonstrated high faculty awareness and satisfaction with IAU online assessment practices.  However, they expressed they were challenged by their need to receive more faculty development programs on using online assessment and accurately assessing learning outcomes. Moreover, participants pointed out several best practices such as investing in learning management system tools for assessment and student feedback provision. Finally, the primary recommendation for enhancing online assessments was to provide faculty access to professional development training programmes. This study provides a reference for future research on student-centered online learning and assessment practices, accreditation of online assessment practices and strategies for assessing and compensating for learning loss during the pandemic.
ANALISIS PRODUKTIVITAS KERAJINAN BAMBU DI DESA LOYOK KABUPATEN LOMBOK TIMUR
Authors: Monata Rio Setia , A Humaira , Farhan Yazid Muhammad
Published: August 2024

Semakin banyaknya perkembangan dalam dunia produk, mengakibatkan timbulnya penurunanproduksi karena tergantikan dengan produk baru. Hal ini mempengaruhi produktivitas dari produktersebut. Tujuan dari penelitian untuk mengetahui jenis produk mana yang paling produktif dilihatberdasarkan jumlah dan lama produksinya. Metode penelitian yang dilakukan adalah kuantitatif.Objek penelitian ini adalah kerajinan bambu di Desa Loyok, Lombok Timur. Dalam penelitianini, jenis data yang di dapat yakni data primer dan data sekunder. Data primer didapat dari sumberinforman yaitu individu atau perseorangan dan data primer antara lain, 1) Wawancara, 2) Hasilobservasi lapangan, 3) Dokumentasi dan 4) Kuesioner. Data sekunder diperoleh ataudikumpulkan oleh orang yang melakukan penelitian berdasarkan sumber-sumber yang telah ada.Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu teknik wawancara,dokumentasi, kuesioner dan perpustakaan. Hasil yang ingin dicapai dari penelitian yakni 1)Mengetahui lama pembuatan kerajinan bambu di Desa Loyok, 2) Mengetahui jenis kerajinanbambu yang paling banyak diproduksi dalam satu minggu, 4) Mengetahui jenis kerajinananyaman yang paling diminati.
The Role of Propionate-Induced Rearrangement of Membrane Proteins in the Formation of the Virulent Phenotype of Crohn’s Disease-Associated Adherent-Invasive Escherichia coli
Authors: Pobeguts Olga Vladimir , Galyamina Maria Alexey , Mikhalchik Elena Vladimir , Kovalchuk Sergey Igor , Smirnov Igor Pavel , Lee Alena Vyacheslav , Filatova Lyubov Yuriy , Sikamov Kirill Vitaly , Panasenko Oleg Mikhayl , Gorbachev Alexey Yuriy
Published: August 2024

Adhesive-invasive E. coli have been suggested to be associated with the development of Crohn's disease (CD). It is assumed that they can provoke the onset of the inflammatory process as a result of the invasion of intestinal epithelial cells, and then, due to survival inside macrophages, stimulate chronic inflammation and the development of granuloma. In previous reports, we have shown that passage of the СD isolate ZvL2 on minimal medium M9 supplemented with sodium propionate (PA) as a carbon source stimulates, and with glucose - inhibits the adherent-invasive properties and the ability to survive in macrophages. This effect was reversible and not observed for the laboratory strain K12 MG1655. We were able to compare the isogenic strain AIEС in two phenotypes - virulent (ZvL2-PA) and non-virulent (ZvL2-GLU). We showed that, unlike ZvL2-GLU, the ZvL2-PA activates the production of ROS and cytokines when interacting with neutrophils. The laboratory strain does not cause a similar effect. Differences in neutrophil NADH-oxidase activation and ζ potential for ZvL2-GLU and ZvL2-PA are associated with changes in the abundance of membrane proteins. Using differential 2D electrophoresis and LC-MS, we identified membrane proteins that may be associated with the activation of the virulence properties of the СD isolate ZvL2.
HE-DEPSO Algorithm for Textures Optimization with Application in Particle Physics
Authors: Martínez-Guerrero Emmanuel , Eulogio Pedro Lagos , Miranda-Romagnoli Pedro , Noriega-Papaqui Roberto , Seck-Tuoh-Mora Juan Carlos
Published: August 2024

Within the phenomenology of particle physics, the theoretical model of 4-zero textures is validated using a chi-square criterion that compares experimental data with the computational results of the model. Traditionally, analytical methods that often imply simplifications, combined with computational analysis, have been used to validate texture models. In this paper, we propose a new meta-heuristic variant of the differential evolution algorithm that incorporates aspects of the particle swarm optimization algorithm called "HE-DEPSO" to obtain chi-squared values are less than a bound value, which exhaustive and traditional algorithms cannot obtain. The results show that the proposed algorithm can optimize the chi-square function according to the required criteria. We compare simulated data with experimental data in the allowed search region, thereby validating the 4-zero texture model.
The Integration of Wang Yangming's Philosophy and New Quality Productivity: Modern Practice Driven by Knowledge Innovation
Authors: Yang Dawei
Published: August 2024

This article explores the relationship between Wang Yangming's philosophy and the new quality productivity, revealing how the new quality productivity, while inheriting the core ideas of Yangming's philosophy, achieves a higher level through innovation and development. The new quality productivity emphasizes the integration and innovation of knowledge, technology, and information, characterized by knowledge-driven innovation, information technology support, sustainable green development, and global collaborative development. The fusion of Yangming's philosophy and the new quality productivity holds significant theoretical and practical implications.
Reduction of Wind Speed Forecast Error in Costa Rica Tejona Wind Farm with Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Silva Dias Maria A.F. , Souto Yania Molina , Biazeto Bruno , Todesco Enzo , Mora Jose A. Zuñiga , Navarro D Vargas , Chinchilla M. Perez , Araya C. Madrigal , Fernández D. Arce , López B. Fallas , Cantillano J. P. , Boscolo Roberta , Bastani Hamid
Published: August 2024

The energy sector relies on numerical model output forecasts for operational purposes on a short-term scale, up to 10 days ahead. Reducing model errors is crucial, particularly given that coarse resolution models often fail to account for complex topography, such as that found in Costa Rica. Local circulations affect wind conditions at the level of wind turbines, thereby impacting wind energy production. This work addresses a specific need of the Costa Rican Institute of Electricity (ICE) as a public service provider for the energy sector. The developed and implemented product in this study serves as a proof of concept that could be replicated by WMO Members. It demonstrates a product for wind speed forecasting at wind power plants by employing a novel strategy for input selection based on large-scale indicators to enhance Artificial Intelligence-based forecasting methods. The product is developed and implemented based on the full-value chain framework for weather, water, and climate services for the energy sector introduced by the WMO. The results indicate a reduction of wind forecast RMSE by approximately 55% compared to the GFS grid values. The conclusion is that combining coarse model outputs with regional climatological knowledge through AI-based downscaling models is an effective approach for obtaining reliable local short-term wind forecasts up to 10 days ahead.