bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Percepções e práticas promotoras de saúde no contexto de mulheres agricultoras familiares
Authors: Bauermann Adriana Carolina , Busato Maria Assunta , Lutinski Junir Antônio
Published: October 2023

Introdução: A “agricultura familiar” corresponde à forma de organização da produção agrícola, em que a gestão da produção e o trabalho são realizados pelos membros da família. Para mulheres agricultoras familiares, vulneráveis à clivagem de gênero, verificam-se desafios ao assegurar a saúde, a qualidade de vida no campo, acesso a terra, trabalho e valorização feminina. Objetivo: descrever percepções e práticas promotoras de saúde no contexto das mulheres agricultoras familiares. Material e métodos: A pesquisa foi realizada com mulheres agricultoras familiares de dois municípios catarinenses. A coleta de dados foi conduzida por meio de uma entrevista e observações em diário de campo nas respectivas residências das participantes, com perguntas baseadas nas percepções de saúde e nas práticas promotoras de saúde. Resultados: Participaram 40 mulheres agricultoras. Verificou-se que o conceito de saúde das participantes se aproxima do conceito ampliado, embora os relatos tenham também indicado para ausência de doença e saúde como bem estar. Observaram-se práticas promotoras da saúde associadas à alimentação, organizações coletivas, trocas de conhecimentos e cultivo de plantas medicinais. Conclusão: Este estudo contribui sobremaneira para a fundamentação de políticas públicas sociais e de saúde voltadas às mulheres agricultoras.
Hepatite B- Conhecimento, práticas e o status de imunização de estudantes do curso de odontologia de instituições pública e privada.
Authors: Saliba Garbin Clea Adas , Batista Julia Arruda , Wakayama Bruno , Saliba Tânia Adas , Saliba Garbin Artênio José , Isper Garbin Artênio José
Published: October 2023

Objetivo: Dimensionar e comparar o conhecimento;as práticas e condutas relacionadas à hepatite B;e o perfil imunológico de acadêmicos de odontologia de instituições pública e privada empregando métodos imunocromatográficos.Materiais e Métodos:Trata-se de um estudo epidemiológico, exploratório e transversal. A coleta de dados ocorreu em etapas: aplicação do questionário, análise da adesão ao protocolo vacinal e teste anti-HBsAg. Utilizou-se o Teste Z de Proporção. Resultados: Dos 308 acadêmicos, 44,5% não estavam imunes contra o VHB, sendo que destes 51,8% eram de instituição de ensino pública. Além disto, 54,5% desconheciam o agente etiológico, o teste anti HBsAG (69,5%) e a necessidade de comprovação do status de imunização. Quanto as práticas e condutas, 97,1% utilizavam os EPIs e seguiam os protocolos de biossegurança (76,3%), porém 21,1% já sofreu algum acidente com percutâneos. Encontraram associações estatisticamente significantes entre os grupos em relação a quantidade de doses existentes contra o VHB, número de doses que os participantes foram submetidos e prática não regular de atividades físicas. Também notaram associações da variável dependente e os grupos quanto ao número de acidentes com percutâneos, frequência de lavagem das mãos e vias de prevenção da doença. Conclusões: Grande parte dos discentes não estavam imunes ao VHB, sendo a maioria da instituição de ensino público. No mais, os discentes que não estavam imunes de ambas instituições apresentaram maiores lacunas acerca de questões fundamentais sobre a doença, enquanto que os discentes da instituição privada foram mais conscienciosos perante as práticas e condutas adotadas nas atividades clínicas.
Pneumonia Associada à Ventilação Mecânica e sua relação com patógenos ESKAPE
Authors: Assunção Raissa G. , Pereira Carlos Drielson da S. , Abreu Afonso G.
Published: October 2023

A pneumonia é uma doença caracterizada pela inflamação do parênquima pulmonar devido à infecção causada por diversos tipos de microrganismos patogênicos. Vários são os tipos de pneumonia, dentre os quais podemos destacar a Pneumonia Associada a Ventilação (PAV), considerada como uma pneumonia que surge em ambiente hospitalar entre 48 a 72 h após intubação oro traqueal e instituição de ventilação mecânica invasiva e sua incidência varia amplamente de 5 a 40%. Desta forma, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar as causas da Pneumonia Associada a Ventilação Mecânica e sua associação com patógenos Gram positivos e negativos, conhecidos como ESKAPE. O trabalho consiste em uma revisão de literatura do tipo narrativa baseada em artigos científicos publicados em revistas indexadas em bases eletrônicas. Os microrganismos ESKAPE são responsáveis pela maioria dos casos de PAV, dentre os quais estão: Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa e Enterobacter spp. Com base nessa análise, foi possível concluir que a PAV ainda é uma doença grave e difícil de ser tratada, portanto, a determinação do fator de risco é um dos pilares para a seleção de antibióticos, uma vez que microrganismos causadores de doença têm a capacidade de apresentar resistência a diversos fármacos utilizados no tratamento.
Principais doenças das abelhas Apis em Portugal:
Authors: Martinho Cátia Andrea da Silva , Ferradeira Cristina da Conceição Soares , Catita Joana Araújo Nobre , Faustino-Rocha Ana Isabel
Published: October 2023

As abelhas são os polinizadores mais importantes do mundo. As ameaças à saúde das abelhas continuam a aumentar a nível mundial, contribuindo para a diminuição da sua produtividade. As abelhas são suscetíveis a uma enorme variedade de agentes patogénicos, incluindo vírus, bactérias, fungos, protozoários e ácaros. Este trabalho teve como objetivo apresentar uma compilação das principais doenças parasitárias, bacterianas, fúngicas e virais das abelhas em Portugal, descrevendo os agentes etiológicos envolvidos, a sua patogenia, os sinais clínicos, o diagnóstico, o tratamento e o controlo. A implementação de medidas sanitárias e boas práticas de maneio é fundamental para a prevenção e controlo das doenças, e constitui um dos principais desafios da apicultura moderna.
Wykroczenia i przestępstwa związane z VAT – ujęcie normatywne
Authors: Stępniak Magdalena
Published: October 2023

Crimes and offenses in VAT – normative approach. Purpose: The purpose of this research is to describe and elucidate the legal provisions related to Value Added Tax (VAT) crimes. Simultaneously, this study aims to delve deep into the realm of tax-related crimes, illuminating the different forms, their implications, and the impacts they bear. A critical component of this chapter will be devoted to the liability of the perpetrators in such crimes and the legal repercussions. By undertaking this, this chapter seeks to provide an understanding of VAT’s legal landscape, the challenges posed by tax crimes, and the mechanisms in place to ensure accountability and justice. Design/methodology/approach: In this chapter several approaches will be integrated. First, the dogmatic and legal analysis will be employed. This involves an examination of legal texts and stat- utes to derive established legal norms and principles. It ensures that this chapter remains rooted in the foundational legal doctrines and interpretations. Second, the theoretical and legal method will be used to provide an analytical framework. Through this method it is possible to insight theoretical underpinnings of the legal provisions in question. Findings: Several findings have emerged in this chapter. There is a detailed delineation within Polish criminal regulations that pertains to offenses and Value Added Tax crimes. This distinction allows for a better understanding of illegal activity of the criminals, starting from straightforward VAT omissions, to more serious crimes that may directly or indirectly pertain to VAT. Additionally, Polish fiscal regulations came to the fore. Their structure not only defines tax obligations but also emphasizes the importance and repercussions of non-adherence. What is more, the research brought into sharp focus the mechanisms by which liability is determined in the context of VAT-related crimes. Polish legal stipulations make a nuanced distinction when determining accountability, especially concerning petty crimes versus more serious tax crimes. This distinction ensures that punishments for criminals committing VAT-crimes are not only meted out but are also proportionate to the nature and severity of the offense.
Center za zaslužne profesorje in upokojene visokošolske učitelje Univerze v Mariboru: 2019–2023
Authors: Lorber Lučka , Glavič Peter
Published: October 2023

Publikacija predstavlja različna področja delovanja Centra v obdobju med letoma 2019 in 2023. Center je spodbujal medgeneracijsko solidarnost, s priznavanjem heterogenosti in raznolikosti znotraj in med starostnimi skupinami, sodelovanje ter socialno kohezijo. Zbrani prispevki sledijo poslanstvu Centra, ki je usmerjeno v e-učenje in e-izobraževanje, skrb za zdravje, inovativen, trajnostni in družbeno odgovoren razvoj okolja ter prikaz potreb starajoče se družbe, kar omogoča dejavno staranje in dvig kakovosti življenja starostnikov. Delovanje Centra je usklajeno s cilji in načeli starosti prijaznih univerz. V prispevkih so predstavljeni različni strokovni in medgeneracijski pogledi na aktualna družbena dogajanja, ki so ključnega pomena za razvoj humane, demokratične družbe. Umetnost in kultura sta nepogrešljivi spremljevalki življenja, zlasti v zreli dobi, ko se potreba po uživanju umetnosti običajno poveča, zato je dragocen tudi prispevek o umetnosti v obdobju zrelosti in nabor spominskih zapisov, ki bogatijo naše delo. Publikacijo dopolnjujejo dela iz poznega opusa zaslužnega profesorja Bojana Golije (1932–2014).
Nordijska hoja – nova oblika telesne dejavnosti v tretjem življenjskem obdobju
Authors: Turk Zmago , Šikić Pogačar Maja , Mičetić-Turk Dušanka
Published: October 2023

Nordic walking ali nordijska hoja je oblika kineziološke dejavnosti, poznana v skandinavskih deželah že dobrih deset let. S to obliko telesne dejavnosti vplivamo na aktiviranje mišic celega telesa. Z uporabo palic za nordijsko hojo istočasno vplivamo na krepitev mišic ramenskega obroča, rok in trupa. Hoja s palicami je primerna za vse letne čase, za vse starosti ter ravni telesne pripravljenosti. Rezultati raziskovanj v skandinavskih deželah potrjujejo, da je nordijska hoja 40 do 50 % učinkovitejša od hoje brez palic.
Kultura in umetnost v obdobju zrelosti
Authors: Ciglenečki Marjeta
Published: October 2023

Umetnost in kultura sta nepogrešljivi spremljevalki življenja, v zreli dobi, ko se vsakodnevni ritem nekoliko umiri, pa se potreba po uživanju umetnosti običajno poveča. Starejši predstavljajo znaten delež obiskovalcev kulturnih ustanov, kjer vedno bolj skrbijo za neovirano dostopnost in starejšim ponujajo vse več posebej zanje prilagojenih programov. Prispevek se osredotoča na vprašanje, kakšni so delovni pogoji za umetnike in preučevalce umetnosti v poznem življenjskem obdobju, saj ti ob upokojitvi skorajda po pravilu ne prekinejo z delom. O tovrstnih vprašanjih pri nas bolj malo razpravljamo. Pri izboljšanju njihovega položaja bi lahko pomembno vlogo odigrale univerze z izkazano pozornostjo za upokojene znanstvenike in umetnike iz lastnih profesorskih vrst. Avtorica v nadaljevanju predstavi znanstvenika in umetnika, ki sta tesno povezana z Univerzo v Mariboru: umetnostnega zgodovinarja in teologa dr. Avguština Stegenška (1875–1920) ter grafika in risarja, zaslužnega profesorja Bojana Golijo (1932–2014). Oba sta v zadnjem obdobju svojega življenja dosegla vrhunske rezultate.
Evolucija izobraževanja 1.0 do 4.0
Authors: Pušenjak Rudolf
Published: October 2023

Prispevek obravnava evolucijo izobraževanja in učenja (izobraževanje 1.0 - 4.0) ter razčlenjuje prednosti in slabosti izvedbe izobraževalnih procesov z uporabo informacijsko komunikacijskih tehnologij. Predstavljena so virtualna učna okolja za izvajanje elektronskega e-izobraževanja in e-učenja, v katerih so izobraževalni procesi upravljani na daljavo (online) v okviru e-platform. V prispevku je podrobneje predstavljena prosto dostopna in odprtokodna e-platforma Moodle, ki omogoča ustvarjanje (kreacijo) zmogljivih, prilagodljivih in privlačnih spletnih izobraževalnih tečajev in študentom nudi raznovrstne učne izkušnje tekom izobraževalnega procesa. Odprtokodni sistem Moodle je mogoče nadgrajevati in, z zbiranjem ter obdelavo velikih količin informacij (podatkov) na osnovi različnih računalniških paradigem, samodejno odkrivati vzorce učenja, pridobivati koristne povratne informacije za učitelje in, s podajanjem priporočil in predlogov vzpodbujati študente, da izboljšujejo lastno učno izkušnjo.
Wydatki zakonu krzyżackiego oraz rady Starego Miasta Torunia na transporty wojskowe w trakcie kampanii dobrzyńskiej z 1409 roku
Authors: Maćkiewicz Mateusz Wiktor
Published: October 2023

Zagadnienia związane z logistyką, a zwłaszcza z cenami transportów wojskowych nie cieszyły się dotychczas większym zainteresowaniem historyków badających wielką wojnę z zakonem. Niniejszy artykuł ma za zadanie przybliżyć nieco tę kwestię, poprzez przeanalizowanie kosztów transportów związanych z kampanią dobrzyńską, które zostały odnotowane na kartach dwóch źródeł rachunkowych. Źródłami tymi są: Malborska księga skarbnika oraz Materiały dotyczące udziału Torunia w wyprawie krzyżackiej na ziemię dobrzyńską w 1409 r. W niniejszej pracy analizie zostały poddane zarówno koszty nominalne, tj. takie, jakie otrzymywali realizatorzy transportów oraz koszty w stosunku do odległości, jak i koszty relatywne, czyli koszty transportu jednej jednostki danego dobra w stosunku do odległości. Dzięki tak zdefiniowanym kosztom możliwe jest porównanie ze sobą cen nominalnych za transporty oraz ustalenie, czy transporty większej ilości dóbr były bardziej opłacalne od transportów mniejszych. Spora liczba zachowanych informacji dotyczących realizatorów transportu pozwoli również odpowiedzieć na pytanie, czy wybór osoby do świadczenia tej usługi mógł mieć wpływ na finalną cenę. Za sprawą informacji zawartych w Malborskiej księdze skarbnika będzie można także określić wysokość dniówki dla furmanów wynajętych w trakcie kampanii wojennej. Dodatkowo część radzieckich rachunków – które nie zostały przypisane do konkretnego transportu – pozwoli nam sprawdzić, czy pomocnicy furmanów (w źródłach zapisani jako knechci) zawsze uczestniczyli w akcjach transportowych.
Percepción del desempeño ambiental en los empleados de empresas del sector construcción certificadas en ISO 14001
Authors: Vera-Solano Javier Augusto , Cañon-Barriga Julio Eduardo , Morales Gualdron Silvia Teresa
Published: October 2023

Este estudio analiza el desempeño ambiental y los factores que pueden afectarlo en el caso de las empresas del sector de la construcción. Para este propósito, se trabajó con una muestra de empresas de la construcción certificadas en ISO 14001 en el área Metropolitana del Valle de Aburrá (Medellín, Colombia). Los factores analizados fueron la capacitación, participación de los gerentes, participación de la comunidad, grado de conocimiento de la normatividad ambiental, comunicación y motivación de los empleados. Se planteó una metodología de tipo estudio del caso, descriptiva observacional y exploratoria. Los factores revisados se analizaron desde la percepción de coordinadores y empleados de las empresas que participaron en el estudio por medio de la aplicación de encuestas. Los resultados muestran que la participación de la gerencia y de la comunidad en la gestión ambiental son factores que inciden en el desempeño ambiental. Por el contrario, factores como la capacitación, el grado de desconocimiento de la normatividad y la motivación de los empleados, aunque importantes para mantener en funcionamiento el sistema de gestión ambiental, no se consideran determinantes desde la perspectiva del personal para que una empresa tenga un mejor desempeño ambiental.
Preservice English teachers’ burnout levels and motivations to choose the teaching career
Authors: KÜÇÜK Onat
Published: October 2023

This study aims to investigate preservice English teachers’ motivations for choosing the teaching career, and their student burnout levels. The correlation between these variables, and the participants’ perspectives about student burnout reasons in English Language Teaching departments were examined. The sample consisted of 466 preservice English teachers at two different state universities in Türkiye. This study adopted a concurrent mixed method study design, and the data were gathered via a questionnaire, an inventory, and a structured interview. The quantitative data were analyzed through descriptive and correlation analyses, while qualitative data were subjected to qualitative content analysis. The findings suggested that the participants’ most frequent motivations for choosing the teaching career were intrinsic motivations, yet their burnout levels were high. The participants’ career motivations correlated negatively with their burnout levels. Participants mostly reported assignments, difficulty of courses, and oral presentations as their burnout reasons. At the end of this paper, the individuals desiring to study ELT were recommended to have strong motivations to study ELT and be aware of its heavy workload.
Supporting self-regulation in the preschool period: A case study of teachers' practices
Authors: ÖNGÖREN Sema
Published: October 2023

Self-regulation, which is also evaluated as children’s ability to direct their attention, emotions, and behaviors towards learning tasks, forms the basis of healthy social and academic development from early ages. This study aims to investigate the attention, emotion, and behavior regulation practices for self-regulation in the preschool period from the perspective of teachers. A qualitative research design employing a case study approach was used. The study included 22 participants. A semi-structured interview form consisting of two sections was used as the data collection tool in the research. In the first part of the research form, demographic questions about participants’ age, professional experience, education level, and the type of institution they worked, were included. The second part of the research form included experience-based questions aimed to examine the practices that participants applied for attention regulation, emotion regulation and behavior regulation. The data obtained were gathered under three themes as attention regulation, emotion regulation and behavior regulation. The findings of the study revealed that preschool teachers conducted self-regulation activities in class for attention regulation, emotion regulation and behavior regulation. The preschool teachers mostly carried out classroom activities such as games, drama, stories, free time, and music in the classroom. They used different strategies to enable children to be actively involved, take responsibility in these activities, and carried out practices that would create a positive classroom atmosphere for teacher-child and child-child interaction.
Moderating Role Of Gender In The Effect Of Perceived Parental Acceptance-Rejection On Social Appearance Anxiety
Authors: PINAR Yasin , EPLİ Hatice
Published: October 2023

Social appearance anxiety is a condition that negatively affects a person's relationships in social life. It is assumed that particularly negative early socialization experiences within the family increase the risk of experiencing social appearance anxiety. It is known that there are societal pressures towards male and female appearances due to societal roles and gender expectations. Therefore, it is important to understand and compare the female and male perspectives to comprehend the development of social appearance anxiet. For these reasons, The main problem of this research is the moderator role of gender in the effect of perceived parental acceptance-rejection on social appearance anxiety.

The study group of the research consists of 310 participants, 112 (36%) men and 198 (64%) women. The relevant literature was searched, and two theoretical models were formed, which included the variables that were the subject of the research, and the research was built on these variables. Within the scope of this construct, the predictive relationships between the related variables were tested. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to test the theoretical models created. It was determined that the theoretical models tested with Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) had acceptable fit indices. During the analysis, the findings were evaluated by using SPSS and AMOS package programs. In the findings; It was seen that perceived mother and father acceptance-rejection level had a positive effect on social appearance anxiety. In addition, it was determined that as men's perceived maternal and paternal rejection increased, they felt more social appearance anxiety compared to women. However, it was determined that while gender had a moderator role in the effect of perceived maternal acceptance-rejection on social appearance anxiety, gender did not have a moderator role in the effect of perceived father acceptance-rejection on social appearance anxiety. No studies have been found in the literature that examine perceived parental acceptance-rejection and social appearance anxiety together. This makes the current study valuable. Furthermore, considering that most studies on social appearance anxiety focus on individuals in adolescence, it is thought that this study will contribute to the literature as it is conducted with adult.
Uma etnografia dos circuitos de valor em mobilidade
Authors: Job Maria Carmencita da Felicidade
Published: October 2023

Este artigo analisa circuitos de valor em mobilidade junto de práticas econômicas do projeto Looping Rural, hospedagem localizada no Vale das Princesas (Rio de Janeiro) que oferece experiências agroecológicas. Partindo de etnografia e cenas que remontam o hibridismo de influências entre urbano e rural, analiso relações permeadas por uma alimentação de produção e manejo local e práticas econômicas alternativas, configuradas como proposta política. O resultado mostra que viver em mobilidade urbano-rural beneficia o comércio de produtos e serviços, e também proporciona circuitos de pagamentos alternativos que visam criar pessoalidade.
Movimentos migratórios e os migrantes como atores políticos no desenvolvimento do capitalismo
Authors: Rezende Rafael
Published: October 2023

Este artigo consiste numa análise sobre a ação política de migrantes em distintos momentos do capitalismo moderno. Neste estudo, tentamos demonstrar que o fenômeno da migração está diretamente vinculado com o avanço do modo capitalista de produção e que os migrantes são sujeitos políticos que coletivamente ou individualmente influenciaram nos mais diversos movimentos políticos do período histórico mencionado. Argumentamos que tal influência rompe o senso comum sobre o migrante como objeto passivo e apresenta esses indivíduos e coletividades como sujeitos ativos capazes de desafiar algumas das mais importantes instituições modernas.
The Evolution of Diagnostic Techniques in the Paleopathology of Tuberculosis: A Scoping Review
Authors: Papa Veronica , Galassi Francesco Maria , Varotto Elena , Gori Andrea , Vaccarezza Mauro
Published: October 2023

Tuberculosis (TB) is an ancient chronic infectious disease that remains a global health concern. In human remains, the most common and characteristic clinical signs are the skeletal modifications involving the spine, such as in Pott’s disease. Diagnosing TB in ancient human remains is challenging. Therefore, in this systematic review, the authors investigated the studies assessing molecular diagnosis of Pott’s disease in ancient human remains with the intention to survey the literature, map the evidence, and identify gaps and future perspectives on TB in paleopathology. Our systematic review offers a full contextualization of the history of Pott’s disease in ancient times. Our search strategy was performed between August 2022 and March 2023. The authors initially identified 340 records, and 74 studies were finally included and assessed for qualitative analysis. Due to non-specific clinical signs associated with TB, how best to diagnose tuberculosis in human remains still represents a central point. Nevertheless, ancient DNA (aDNA) analysis, lipid biomarkers, and spoligotyping might be extremely useful tools in the study of TB in human remains. Moreover, we propose the extraction and study of immune response genes involved in innate and adaptive immunity versus Mycobacterium spp. as an innovative and vastly overlooked approach in TB paleopathology. Complementary methodologies should be integrated to provide the best approach to the study of TB in human remains.
Elections in Africa: Successes and Failures of Ethnic and Regional Electoral Consolidation
Authors: Turovskiy R. , Sukhova M.
Published: October 2023

The article examines the impact of elite coalition strategies on the ethno-regional consolidation of the electorate in African countries. Ethnic voting has traditionally been seen as a key factor in African elections, but recent research shows that other determinants also play a significant role. Moreover, it is clear that the strength of ethnic voting varies considerably from country to country, and various explanations have been offered, ranging from the features of the historical path to the structure of ethnic splits and the sizes of the ethnic groups in question. We suggest that the strength of ethnic voting can vary not only between countries, but also between different electoral cycles in the same country. The reason for this is the choice of strategy by political actors: we assume that when a coalition strategy is chosen, the role of ethnic cleavages will decrease, and the territorial homogeneity of the vote will increase. This paper examines three cases similar in terms of democracy level, political system, British colonial past, and ethnic heterogeneity: Malawi, Nigeria and Ghana. In cases of Malawi and Nigeria, we observe how the choice or rejection of a coalition strategy by political actors can influence the increase or decrease of ethno-regional consolidation of the electorate. Ghana is an example of successful and stable consolidation achieved through the consistent application of coalition strategies. This article demonstrates that coalition strategies of elites can indeed influence ethno-regional consolidation of the electorate. In addition, the research reveals that voting is significantly influenced by some other non-ethnic factors related to economic voting (both retrospective and prospective), strategic voting of smaller ethnic groups, and distinctive kind of voting in national capitals.
THE CONCEPTS OF CONTEXTUAL INTERPRETATION OF THE QUR’AN ABDULLAH SAEED
Authors: Muhyin Nabila Fajriyanti
Published: October 2023

Seiring dengan adanya tuntutan zaman modern dan kontemporer saat ini, para pemikir dan ilmuan Muslim mulai berusaha memberikan respon dan mencari solusi terhadap krisis bagaimana tradisi-tradisi agama tetap mampu berhubungan dengan modernitas dan perubahan zaman secara umum. Artikel ini membahas tentang salah satu pendekatan yang digunakan beberapa ulama kontemporer dalam memahami Al-Qur’an, salah satunya adalah Abdullah Saeed seorang guru besar bidang studi Islam di Australia, yang menggagas metode kontekstualisasi Al-Qur’an. Secara khusus penulis berusaha memaparkan aspek-aspek metodologis dari pandangan Abdullah Saeed dalam melakukan kontekstualisasi Al-Qur’an. Untuk dapat menemukan jawaban dari permasalahan tersebut, penulis berusaha megumpulkan data-data dari berbagai sumber, baik dari sumber primer yakni dari tulisan-tulisan Abdullah Saeed maupun dari sumber sekunder yakni tulisan-tulisan yang berkaitan dengan fokus utama. Guna mendapat kesimpulan, penulis berusaha menganalisis data-data yang telah terkumpul menggunakan teori studi tokoh dengan menganalisa lingkungan sekitar tokoh serta argumentasi-argumentasi yang dibangun. Penulis berkesimpulan bahwa penafsiran kontekstual yang digagas Abdullah Saeed merupakan metode interpretasi teks ayat Al-Quran yang dikaitakan dengan konteks kehidupan dan kondisi masyarakat guna menjawab berbagai persoalan yang dialami masyarakat kontemporer saat ini. Selain itu, dalam pemikirannya Abdullah Saeed memiliki keunggulan dari metode double movement yang digagas oleh Fazlur Rahman, yakni ia mampu memberi sistematika dan langkah-langkah operasional dalam melakukan kontektualisasi Al-Qur’an.
TRANSCENDENT PRINCIPLES OF MA‘ĀD IN THE QUR`AN
Authors: Adnani Hasyim
Published: October 2023

This paper describes that there are various principles in understanding ma'ād, depending on the point of view of the school of thought, whether theological, rationalist, or transcendent theosophy (al-ḥikmah al-muta'āliyah). Each point of view will give birth to different meanings and implications. However, the writer tries to juxtapose transcendent theosophical principles as an analytical knife in understanding ma'ād. Apart from being able to apply this transcendent theosophical principle to understanding ma'ad as transcendent, this principle also accommodates the basic principles contained in theological, philosophical, 'irfan, and tasawuf thoughts.
THE MEANING OF KHALAQA IN THE QUR’AN
Authors: AS. FM D. Zahra , Ritonga Apri Wardana , Nabila Nisa Afrinauly , Nursopa Sheni
Published: October 2023

The word in the Qur'an that shows the meaning of creation is khalaqa. Even though these words refer to the meaning of creation, there are different meanings and uses contained in these words. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach. The type of research used is library research. This research was conducted using data collection methods from the library, either in the form of books, journals, documents, magazines and so on. The data collection method in this study uses documentation. The analysis technique used is the semantic analysis approach developed by Toshihiko Izutsu. The purpose of this study is to reveal the meaning contained in the word khalaqa and reveal the world view of the Qur'an (weltanschauung) on that word. The process carried out in this study is to analyze the basic meaning of the word, then examine the relational meaning of the word khlaqa using syntagmatic and paradigmatic analysis, and then examine the use of the vocabulary of khalaq in the pre-Qur'anic, Qur'anic and post-Qur'anic periods by looking at the interpretations of the classical, medieval and modern periods. The results of the research show that the basic meaning of khalaqa in the Qur'an is to create. Semantically, the word khalaqa is closely related to other words in the Qur’an, such as the words Allah, al-arḍ and sama‘; al-insān; al-mawt and al-ḥayāt; azwaja, male and female, animals, jin, and kulla shay’in. The words that are synonymous with the word khalaqa in the Qur'an are ja‘ala, faṭara, bada‘a, shana‘a, and ṣawara. While the antonyms are the words ahlaka, dammara, amāta, azāla and afna. Second, the word khalaqa after analyzing its synchronic and diachronic meanings refers to creation in which Allah is the object.
Only in Natural Spacetime Does Nature Disclose Her Secrets
Authors: Niemz Markolf H.
Published: October 2023

Einstein’s special (SR) and general relativity (GR) provide only a subjective description of nature. All equations are true for just one observer. It is always possible to transform the equations for a second observer. But then again, they are true for just one observer. Here I show: (1) SR/GR have an issue. Rulers and clocks measure proper distance di and proper time τ. They are not aware of coordinate space x1, x2, x3 and coordinate time t in SR. They are also not aware of those xi that parameterize spacetime in GR. Thus, they cannot display what is calculated in SR/GR. SR/GR work well for each observer, but they do miss the big picture in cosmology/quantum mechanics. (2) Euclidean relativity (ER) provides an objective description of nature. In ER, the proper coordinates d1, d2, d3, τ of any (!) object span “natural spacetime”, which is 4D Euclidean space (ES) if we take cτ as d4. All energy is moving through ES at the speed c. Each observer’s reality is created by projecting ES orthogonally to his proper space and to his proper time. These axes are reassembled in SR/GR to a non-Euclidean spacetime. However, the SO(4) symmetry of ES is not compatible with waves. This is fine because waves are observer-related features: What I deem wave, deems itself matter. We must distinguish between an observer’s reality (with waves) and the master reality (without waves). SR/GR describe an observer’s reality. ER describes the master reality. ER improves our understanding of cosmology and quantum mechanics: It solves the Hubble tension, dark energy, and non-locality.
A Review: Recent Advances in Biopolymer Based Electrospun Nanomaterials for Drug Delivery Systems
Authors: Tören Elçin , Buzgo Matěj
Published: October 2023

Encapsulated nanofibers have emerged as a promising approach for the treatment of acne, owing to their ability to provide controlled release, targeted delivery, increased efficacy, and improved stability. Electrospinning is a well-established method for producing encapsulated nanofibers and has been shown to be effective for encapsulating various active ingredients. However, there are still several challenges that need to be addressed in the development of encapsulated nanofibers for acne treatment. One major challenge is the need for comprehensive in vitro and in vivo studies to evaluate the safety and efficacy of these treatments. The cost and scalability of production also need to be considered to make these treatments accessible and affordable for patients. In addition, the long-term stability of encapsulated active ingredients is another challenge in the development of encapsulated nanofibers for acne treatment. Regulatory frameworks need to be developed to ensure the safety and efficacy of these treatments. Future research may focus on developing multifunctional nanofibers that combine active ingredients with other properties, such as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties, to provide a comprehensive approach to acne treatment. Moreover, the development of nanofiber-based skincare products may have a significant impact on the cosmetic industry. Overall, while there are still challenges to overcome, the potential benefits of encapsulated nanofibers for acne treatment make them an exciting and promising area of research for the future. In particular, the integration of smart drug delivery systems and responsive materials may enable the development of more personalized and effective treatments for acne. The development of new materials and encapsulation techniques, as well as the exploration of combination therapies that target multiple aspects of acne pathogenesis, are also future perspectives for encapsulated nanofibers in acne treatment.
Literature Review on a Simple Method to Achieve Savings in Single-Phase Active Energy in Electric and Synchronous Ventilation Motors – PMSM Type – Greater Than That Obtained With the “Fan Law”
Authors: Anderson Ibar
Published: October 2023

It's a method to achieve energy savings in single-phase active power greater than that obtained with the "Fan Law" in electric machines applied to ventilation. Quantitative analysis methods were based on electrotechnical techniques, practiced with the corresponding laboratory equipment on the working materials (three prototypes of electric machines). The results obtained from experimentation on the test bench were recorded in tables that collect data of formulas, values, and physical units. The discussion provides a comprehensive comparative study, mainly between power (watts), active energy consumption (kWh), and rotational speed (revolutions per minute). The permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) with the coupling of an RL circuit design does mechanical work at its maximum speed of 3000 (RPM) with only 6.3 (Watts), which is equivalent to 25.2% of the active power required by the single-phase induction asynchronous motor (or shaded pole motor), which required 25 (Watts) to rotate at 1690 (RPM). This translates to 75% lower active power with a 44% superiority in speed, resulting in a 75% savings in single-phase active energy (measured in kWh). The same occurs when comparing it to the universal AC motor (with brushes and wound rotor) to maintain a speed of 3000 (RPM); since it consumes 64.8 (Watts), which is 90.3% more single-phase active energy than that required to achieve the same rotational speed as the permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM). The study was conducted on all motors with the same impeller blade diameter and under identical air temperature and atmospheric pressure conditions.
Perspectives for Using CO2 as a Feedstock for Biomanufacturing
Authors: Kurt Elif , Qin Jiansong , Williams Alexandria R , Zhao Youbo , Xie Dongming
Published: October 2023

Microbial cell factories offer an eco-friendly alternative for transforming raw materials into commercially valuable products, primarily because of their reduced carbon impact compared to conventional industrial procedures. These systems often depend on lignocellulosic materials, mainly pentose and hexose sugars, richly available carbon reservoirs. Nevertheless, these resources might not always be efficient due to the limited supply, significant cost, and other considerable obstacles. One major hurdle when working with sugars derived from lignocellulosic biomass, especially glucose, is balancing carbon allocation to satisfy energy, cofactor, and other essential component needs for cellular proliferation while maintaining a robust yield. Furthermore, nearly half or more of this carbon is inevitably lost as CO2 during the biosynthesis processes, which serves to generate the energy necessary for maintaining cell growth and other regular metabolic activities. This carbon loss lowers the theoretical production yield and compromises the benefit of reducing greenhouse gas emissions – a fundamental advantage of biomanufacturing. This review paper posits the perspectives of using CO2 from atmosphere, industrial wastes, or the exhausted gases generated in microbial fermentation as a feedstock for biomanufacturing. Both one-step direct CO2 fixation or two-step indirect CO2 fixation and conversion strategies are discussed, which can minimize the carbon loss, significantly increase the carbon yield, and eventually achieve the carbon-neutral or -negative goals. The one-step strategy uses novel metabolic pathway design and engineering approaches to directly fix the CO2 via the pathway toward the synthesis of the desired fermentation products. Due to the limitation of the yield and efficiency in one-step CO2 fixation, the two-step strategy aims to completely avoid carbon loss in biomanufacturing by integrating a first electrochemical fixation of the exhausted CO2 into C1/C2 products such as formate, methanol, acetate, and ethanol and a second fermentation unit to utilize the CO2-derived C1/C2 chemicals or co-utilize both C5/C6 sugars and C1/C2 chemicals for product formation. The great potentials and challenges of using CO2 as a feedstock for further biomanufacturing are also discussed.
Machine Learning-Based Spectrum Reconstruction and Modeling Beam Perturbation Effects on Betatron Radiation
Authors: Yadav Monika , Oruganti Maanas Hemanth , Naranjo Brian , Phillips Jack , Liang Sunny , Letko Kyla , Andonian Gerard , Rosenzweig James
Published: October 2023

A new method for multi-shot reconstruction of high-energy photon distributions in the context of studying the interaction between a beam and a plasma in plasma wakefield acceleration (PWFA) experiments is presented. The study investigates the effects of beam perturbations on betatron radiation and analyzes how these perturbations can lead to hosing, a transverse instability that can degrade the quality of the beam. The potential of betatron radiation spectroscopy as a non-invasive diagnostic technique for PWFA experiments is also emphasized.
Techno-economic Feasibility Study of a 1.5 MW Grid-connected Solar Power Plant in Bangladesh
Authors: Ali Md. Feroz , Sarker Nitai Kumar , Hossain Md. Alamgir , Alam Shafiul , Sanvi Ashraf Hossain , Sifat Syed Ibn
Published: October 2023

This study addresses the pressing energy constraints in nations like Bangladesh by proposing the implementation of photovoltaic (PV) microgrids. Given concerns about environmental degrada-tion, limited fossil fuel reserves, and volatile product costs, renewable energy sources are gaining momentum globally. Our research focuses on a grid-connected solar PV system model at Char Jazira, Lalpur, Natore, Rajshahi, Bangladesh. Through PVsyst simulation software, we assess the performance ratio (PR) and system losses, revealing an annual solar energy potential of 3375 MWh at Standard Test Condition (STC) efficiency. After considering losses, the system generates 2815 MWh annually, with 2774 MWh exported to the grid. We analyze an average PR of 78.63% and calculate a levelized cost of energy (LCOE) of 2.82 BDT/kWh [1 USD = 110 BDT]. The financial assessment indicates a cost-effective LCOE for the grid-connected PV system, with an annual gross income of 27744 BDT from selling energy to the grid and operating costs of 64060.60 BDT/year. Remarkably, this initiative can prevent 33074.061 tCO2 emissions over the project’s 25-year lifespan.
Reflections on the Properties of the Molten PbBi Alloy
Authors: Kizka Valeriy
Published: October 2023

For the eutectic molten PbBi alloy, we tested the additive properties of density, sound velocity, compressibility and dynamic viscosity of this alloy in the temperature range 600 – 1200 K. All these values can be represented as a mass-weighted sum of the corresponding values of pure lead and bismuth in the temperature range 600 – 1000 K within the limit of experimental errors. In the temperature range 800 – 900 K, we found that interatomic forces in the eutectic increase with temperature, which is caused by a decrease in the size of accumulations of atoms, clusters, of melt. A decrease in the size of clusters is accompanied by an increase in bonds between atoms within the clusters, which make them more stable.
Determination of Water Requirement and Crop Coefficient of Wheat Crop in Central Ethiopia
Authors: Amdneh Mahlet Wogu , Gebul Mekonen Ayana
Published: October 2023

The importance of irrigation in boosting agricultural production and productivity is widely understood. Proper planning and effective and efficient management and operation of irrigation system require crop and site-specific data. Since the last few years, Ethiopia has embarked on expansion of irrigated wheat. However, crop-specific data useful for irrigation planning and management for wheat crop is limited. The objective of this research was to determine water requirements and crop coefficients for wheat crops based on field measurements. The research was carried out at the Debre Zeit Agricultural Research Center in central Ethiopia during the dry season (Bega) of 2021/22. The crop considered for the experiment was durum wheat of the Utuba variety. Two non-weighing lysimeter units were employed to measure the water balance components. The soil moisture was monitored using gravimetric method on daily basis conducted both before and after each irrigation event at various depth intervals. The crop required a total of 115 days to fully mature. The length of the growth of initial, development, mid, and late stages were about 20, 30, 42, and 23 days, respectively. Microsoft Excel was used for the data analysis and the CropWAT8.0 model to estimate the reference evapotranspiration. Crop evapotranspiration (ETc) was determined using the water balance equation, and crop coefficients were computed from ETc and reference evapotranspiration (ETo). The results indicate that the total seasonal water requirement of the crop was 392.75mm. The growth stage-based water requirement was 40.35 mm, 82.44 mm, 238.66 mm, and 31.3 mm during the initial, development, mid, and late growing stages, respectively. For the initial, development, mid, and late stages of wheat growth, the crop coefficient was calculated to be 0.51, 0.83, 1.29, and 0.52, respectively. It was found that a fourth-degree polynomial equation fits well and explains the relationship between day of growth stage and kc of the crop. Although a one-season measurement, the results generated here could be useful for crop-specific data in scarce areas.
Theater-based Interventions in Social Skills in Mental Health Care and Treatment for People with ASD: A Systematic Review
Authors: Martí-Vilar Manuel , Fernández-González Nuria , Hidalgo-Fuentes Sergio , González-Sala Francisco , Merino-Soto César , Toledano-Toledano Filiberto
Published: October 2023

The aim of this study is to determine the importance and effectiveness of different interventions aimed at improving social skills in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through theatrical techniques. It aims to establish a direct relationship between the interventions and the benefits for socioemotional reciprocity, nonverbal communication behaviors used for social interactions and the development, establishment and understanding of interpersonal relationships. For this purpose, a systematic review of the literature published from 2011 to 2021 in the ERIC, Web of Science, EuropePMC, PubPsych, Índices-Csic, Redalyc, Roderic, Scopus, PubMed, Scielo and Dialnet databases was carried out, and a total of 29 articles were reviewed. The results indicate that theater creates a safe environment in which people with ASD can engage with their own emotions and those of others, thereby offering a therapeutic setting in which to promote communication, motor development and social coexistence. The implications and limitations of the study are discussed.
Data- and Knowledge-Driven Cycle Time Estimation in Offsite Construction
Authors: Alsakka Fatima , Yu Haitao , Hamzeh Farook , Al-Hussein Mohamed
Published: October 2023

Cycle times at workstations in offsite construction factories fluctuate widely due to various influencing factors. Consequently, relying on average rates, such as length per unit of time, for estimating cycle times proves to be inaccurate, often leading to significant deviations between production schedules and actual operations. To address this issue, this study proposes an estimation system that leverages machine-learning-based prediction, statistical methods, 3D simulation, and computer vision to predict cycle times at the workstation level. Testing of the system on a semi-automated wood-wall framing workstation in a panelized construction factory shows that it reduces the mean absolute error and sum of errors by approximately 36% and 68%, respectively, compared to the fixed rate method. The results also highlight the efficacy of using computer vision data for training machine-learning models for cycle time estimation, the importance of identifying and understanding the factors influencing cycle times, and the impact of random delays on the accuracy of cycle time estimation systems.
Towards the Development of a Complex of Open Scientific and Publishing services
Authors: Nevzoova Olga Avenirovna , Lotsko Ilya Ivanovich , Nevzorov Vladimir Nikolaevich
Published: October 2023

This article analyzes IT solutions for scientific and publishing processes. The needs of users in the preparation and publication of scientific articles are described, a list of services aimed at improving the convenience and speeding up the process of scientific publications has been compiled. The composition of the developed services includes a service for reviewing scientific articles, a service for working with user data, a recommendation service, and an service of messages. The architecture and functionality of scientific and publishing services are described, the technical stack of the developed IT solution is given.