bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Place Identity Generated by Facade Color of Urban Building
Authors: Maulina Wilda , Fitria Tika Ainunnisa , Soewarno Nurtati
Published: July 2024

Color as a spatial dimension plays an important role in shaping human perception of the identity of a place. The urban public environment is usually characterized by crowds of people and many buildings. The color of the facade on the building which is not well planned makes it even more visually busy. This research aims to explore the identity of a place that can be seen from the color of building facades in urban public environments. The case study in this research is the public area of Jalan dr. Rajiman Surakarta. Even though it looks busy, researchers will try to map the colors of the existing facades by documenting the colors of the facades along Jalan Dr Radjiman from photos. This data is processed using graphic design applications and facade color mapping to find color patterns that lead to the identity of the place. The results of the research are that even though the area has busy building facades, based on the color of the facades, several color templates were found that show similar identities.
An Application of the Scaled–Pixel–Counting Protocol to Quantify the Radiological Features of Anatomical Structures of the Normal Tarsal Joint in Horses
Authors: Borowska Marta , Turek Bernard , Lipowicz Paweł , Jasiński Tomasz , Skierbiszewska Katarzyna , Domino Małgorzata
Published: July 2024

Background: As high-performance human and equine athletes train and compete at the highest level of effort, the prevention of high-performance-cased diseases, such as osteoarthritis (OA), requires knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the subjected bones.

Objective: Implementation of the scaled–pixel–counting protocol to quantify the radiological features of anatomical structures of the normal equine tarsal joint as the first step in the prevention of the tarsal joints OA in high-performance sport horses.

Methods: A radiographic examination was performed in six cadaverous equine pelvic limbs. The dorso–plantar projection of the tarsal joint was performed using density standard (DS) attached to the radiographic cassette, standard X-ray equipment and standard diagnostic imaging protocol. On each of the radiographs, pixel brightness (PB) was extracted for each of the 10 steps (S1–S10) of DS. On each of the radiographs, seven regions of interest (ROIs) were annotated representing four bones (II tarsal bone [II TB], III tarsal bone [III TB], IV tarsal bone [IV TB] and central tarsal bone [CTB]) and three joints (proximal intertarsal joint [PIJ], distal intertarsal joint [DIJ] and tarsometatarsal joint [TMJ]), respectively. For each ROI, the percentage (%) of number of pixels (NP) from each range was calculated.

Results: The % of NP was lower in bones than in joint spaces for S1–S6 and was higher in bones than in joint spaces for S8–S10. The % of NP was higher in PIJ than TMJ for S1 and higher in PIJ than DIJ for S4. No differences were found between consecutive bones for all examined steps of DS.

Conclusions: An application of the scaled–pixel–counting protocol provides the quantitative radiological features of normal bone and joint structures of the tarsal joint in horses, making possible differentiation of the lucency of joint space and opacity of bone structure.
Application of Convolutional Gated Recurrent Units U-Net for Distinguishing between Retinitis Pigmentosa and Cone–Rod Dystrophy
Authors: Skublewska-Paszkowska Maria , Powroznik Pawel , Rejdak Robert , Nowomiejska Katarzyna
Published: July 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has gained a prominent role in the medical industry. The rapid development of the computer science field has caused AI to become a meaningful part of modern healthcare. Image-based analysis involving neural networks is a very important part of eye diagnoses. In this study, a new approach using Convolutional Gated Recurrent Units (GRU) U-Net was proposed for the classifying healthy cases and cases with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and cone–rod dystrophy (CORD). The basis for the classification was the location of pigmentary changes within the retina and fundus autofluorescence (FAF) pattern, as the posterior pole or the periphery of the retina may be affected. The dataset, gathered in the Chair and Department of General and Pediatric Ophthalmology of Medical University in Lublin, consisted of 230 ultra-widefield pseudocolour (UWFP) and ultra-widefield FAF images, obtained using the Optos 200TX device (Optos PLC). The data were divided into three categories: healthy subjects (50 images), patients with CORD (48 images) and patients with RP (132 images). For applying deep learning classification, which rely on a large amount of data, the dataset was artificially enlarged using augmentation involving image manipulations. The final dataset contained 744 images. The proposed Convolutional GRU U-Net network was evaluated taking account of the following measures: accuracy, precision, sensitivity, specificity and F1. The proposed tool achieved high accuracy in a range of 91.00%–97.90%. The developed solution has a great potential in RP diagnoses as a supporting tool.
Integration and Innovation of Higher Education Management and Student Training Mechanisms Based on Multi-scale Feature Fusion
Authors: Hao Yihui
Published: July 2024

In the current educational reform wave, which prioritizes moral development as the fundamental goal and stresses the enhancement of core student competencies, aligning higher education management with student cultivation mechanisms is crucial to educational progress. The Lucas-Kanade (LK) optical flow algorithm is used in this paper to gather behavioral characteristics from student interactions within the cultivation mechanism. A multi-scale convolutional kernel approach is used to fuse these features both locally and globally. A multi-scale feature fusion module subsequently classifies and recognizes these features, with recognition accuracy optimized by a tailored loss function. This approach allows for the timely identification and analysis of students’ aberrant behaviors, which aids in prompt educational interventions. The multi-scale feature fusion model can effectively identify various types of aberrant student behaviors, which aids educators and institutional leaders in their management efforts, as revealed by experimental findings. Statistically, the model’s implementation led to significant improvements in classroom routine compliance, with pre-and post-test p-values in the experimental cohort showing a notable difference (p = 0.001; p < 0.05). The proposed multi-scale feature fusion model promotes the integration of management and training mechanisms in higher education while also supporting the development of students’ learning capabilities. This innovation sets a solid foundation for future educational advancements.
Evidentiality in Argumentative Essays by Upper-Intermediate EFL Students
Authors: Kapranov Oleksandr
Published: July 2024

The article presents a study that aims at casting light on evidentiality in a corpus of argumentative essays written by a group of upper-intermediate university students of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) whose first language is Norwegian (henceforth – participants). The corpus of the participants’ essays was examined for the markers of evidentiality, which was operationalised as the source of textual information that originated outside the current text (Hyland, 2005). Specifically, the corpus was searched for reporting verbs associated with evidentiality (for instance, to indicate, to posit, to show, etc.). The results of the corpus analysis indicated that the participants’ argumentative essays appeared to be marked by such verbs associated with evidentiality as to argue, to claim, to say and to state. These findings were discussed in the article through the lens of didactic considerations that would be relevant to tertiary EFL contexts.
VACINAÇÃO CONTRA A COVID-19 NO AMBIENTE DE TRABALHO
Authors: Domiciano Aline Martins Silva , Rodrigues Rafael Maia , Nunes Felipe Alexandre de Souza Félix
Published: July 2024

Em março de 2020, a Organização Mundial da Saúde classificou a doença infecciosa COVID-19 como uma pandemia. A magnitude e a raridade de um evento como esse desencadearam planos de contingência e a imposição de medidas voltadas à saúde pública e ao bem-estar coletivo com restrição ou limitação das liberdades individuais. Com um evento mundial em andamento, a sociedade brasileira levou o debate para todos os setores, incluindo discussões no campo do direito do trabalho. Diante de um cenário de incertezas causado pela pandemia do COVID-19, este trabalho visa estudar o tema relacionando-o com o campo do direito do trabalho. Utilizando uma metodologia dedutiva e um levantamento bibliográfico, este artigo traz uma série de informações que, ao serem analisadas, possibilitarão responder à questão levantada inicialmente. É possível uma empresa encerrar seu vínculo empregatício com um funcionário que opta por não se vacinar contra a COVID-19? Tal renúncia pode ser considerada por justa causa? Desta forma, este trabalho trouxe a jurisprudência estabelecida quanto à obrigatoriedade da vacinação contra a COVID-19 aos trabalhadores, se observada a negociação coletiva.
PODE A TEORIA DA DEMOCRACIA DEFENSIVA REPRESENTAR UM INSTRUMENTO DE PROTEÇÃO DE DIREITOS E GARANTIAS FUNDAMENTAIS?
Authors: Montes Netto Carlos Eduardo , Carrilho Martinez Vinício
Published: July 2024

No Brasil, nos últimos anos, tem-se observado diversas ações que atentam contra a democracia e a Constituição Federal de 1988. A teoria da Democracia Defensiva, por sua vez, foi desenvolvida por Loewenstein nos Estados Unidos, visando a construção de uma proteção democrática contra o nazismo. Nessa perspectiva, o objetivo do presente trabalho é analisar se a teoria da Democracia Defensiva, de Resistência ou Militante pode representar um instrumento de preservação dos espaços democráticos e dos direitos e garantais fundamentais no Brasil. Mediante a utilização do método dedutivo, optou-se pela realização de uma pesquisa exploratória com a utilização de revisão bibliográfica e da análise qualitativa dos dados a fim de se cumprir esse objetivo, o que possibilitou inferir, ao final, que a adoção da teoria da Democracia Defensiva pode contribuir para ressignificar o conceito de Estado Democrático de Direito Social, fortalecendo a preservação da ordem democrática e dos direitos e garantias fundamentais.
Foreign experience of financial-legal and administrative-legal regulation of the activities of public administration bodies
Authors: Leheza Yevhen , Kolomoiets Yuliia , Chalyk Vadim , Kovalchuk Yuliia , Sakhno Artem
Published: July 2024

The purpose of the research is to consider financial and legal, administrative regulation and foreign experience of performing control over activities of public administration bodies. Main content. Defined are the main evaluation measures for ensuring effectiveness of control measures are defined; this evaluation is carried out according to the following stages: determination of quantitative and qualitative parameters for evaluating effectiveness of control; assessment of the competence of control bodies or assessment of internal and external control effectiveness, etc. Methodology:  The methodological basis of the research is presented as comparative-legal and systematic analysis, formal-legal method, interpretation method, hermeneutic method as well as methods of analysis and synthesis. Conclusions. The following conclusion has been made that the following criteria are proposed for evaluating effectiveness of controlling public administration bodies: quality and completeness, reliability of information received by the controlling bodies; timeliness of control, regularity of control, objectivity of control, lightness of control measures.
Key words: administrative and legal principles, foreign experience, control, public administration bodies, financial and legal regulation.
Adjuvant Chemotherapy For FIGO Stage IIA2 Cervical Cancer : A Case Report
Authors: Heryanto Deni , Syamel Muhammad  , Puja Agung Antonius
Published: July 2024

Background : Cervical cancer ranked as the third most prevalent cancer among women. This case report is to examine the current status of adjuvant chemotherapy in the treatment of early-stage cervical cancer as documented in the literature. Currently, there is no established evidence supporting the therapeutic efficacy of adjuvant chemotherapy as a standalone treatment following radical hysterectomy surgery. Nevertheless, some literature recommend the use of adjuvant radiotherapy (AR), adjuvant chemotherapy (AC), or concomitant chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) as the standard adjuvant therapies for early-stage cervical cancer following radical hysterectomy with positive prognostic factor.
Case report: A 53-year-old female was diagnosed with stage IIA2 in April 2021. The histology type was determined to be keratinized squamous cell carcinoma, moderately well differentiated. The patient underwent a radical hysterectomy, resulting in the acquisition of uterine and cervical tissue measuring 11x11×6 cm. The histology results revealed moderately to poorly differentiated keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma, with no invasion of the parametrium or pelvic lymph nodes with vaginal cutting margin is free of tumor growth, but lymph vascular space invasion was present. Subsequently, adjuvant chemotherapy was administered using carboplatin (AUC 5) and paclitaxel for a total of 6 cycles. After 2 years with follow-up with CT-Scan examination in April 2023 confirmed the absence of any residual mass.
Conclusion: A radical hysterectomy combined with adjuvant chemotherapy has been shown to reduce the chance of recurrence or progressiveness of the disease, in which this patient did not experience a recurrence after two years of treatment
Guided Transformation of Customary Marriage Practices in South Africa
Authors: Wara George
Published: July 2024

This article discusses the complementary roles of the South African state and community institutions in transforming customary marriage practices to reflect changing socio-economic circumstances and to meet constitutional values contained in the Bill of Rights. It also reflects on the interaction between customary law, legislation dealing specifically with customary law, and the Constitution. Customary laws of marriage are living laws and may be interpreted, applied and, when necessary, amended or developed by the legislature and courts or by the impacted communities. Before the enactment of the 1996 Constitution, customary marriage practices were only recognised by the courts if they were not repugnant to public policy or natural justice and common law principles. This repugnancy test did not allow South African courts to develop African customary laws. Since 1996, the test for recognition of customary marriage laws has been the Constitution. Legislative reforms of customary marriage practices have occurred through the enactment of the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998, the Reform of Customary Law of Succession and Regulation of Related Matters Act 11 of 2009 and more are anticipated in ongoing efforts of the South African Law Reform Commission. Section 211(2) of the Constitution also allows traditional leaders to reform their own customs and to bring them into line with the norms and values of the Constitution. In this article, I assess the complementary efforts of the legislature, courts, and traditional leaders in amending the communities’ customary marriage practices to reflect modernity and to meet constitutional values.
Who Are They? An Overview of the Traits Used to Describe Millennial Librarians in Academic Libraries in Limpopo, South Africa
Authors: Julious Malatji Kwetepe
Published: July 2024

Alongside tackling technological trends, libraries have the responsibility to gratify millennial librarians as their employees. This requires libraries to have an understanding of who millennial librarians are to be in a better position to have a better working relationship with them. Hence, this study investigated the traits of millennial librarians in academic libraries. The objectives of the study were to determine the traits of millennial librarians in academic libraries in Limpopo, South Africa and to propose a framework to help libraries to transform their practices in alignment with the current workforce needs. A post-positivist research paradigm was adopted and both quantitative and qualitative methods were used. Purposive sampling was used and the study’s target population were librarians and heads of libraries at the University of Limpopo (UL) Turfloop Campus library, University of Venda (Univen) library, and the University of South Africa (Unisa), Polokwane Campus library. Data were collected using questionnaires, interviews, and observations. Data were analysed using descriptive statistical analysis and thematic analysis. The results reveal that millennial librarians are confident users of technology; they use technology to satisfy users’ needs and they innovatively share knowledge and information through technology. In addition, the results reveal that millennial librarians are cooperative team players, and they appreciate and respect managers who provide them with a platform to share and express their ideas. The study concluded that millennial librarians are users and admirers of technology. Moreover, millennial librarians like sharing their ideas, are innovative, require a good work-life balance, and are flexible.
Teacher Intervention Strategies on Reducing Youth Violent Behaviour in One Historically Disadvantaged School: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach
Authors: Chauke Thulani Andrew
Published: July 2024

Youth violence, particularly learner-to-learner violence in South African schools, has significantly impacted on teachers, leading to increased stress and burnout. Consequently, there is a pressing need to devise strategies to address school violence. This study aimed to examine teachers’ perspectives on a multi-disciplinary approach intervention strategy aimed at reducing youth violent behaviour, particularly in a chosen high school in the Vhembe District Municipality, Limpopo province, South Africa. The sample consisted of nine teachers and one school principal who participated in this study. Unstructured interviews were used to gather the data, and thematic analysis was employed to analyse the data. The key finding reveals the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in fostering safer learning environments in a historically disadvantaged school. The study recommends collaboration between the Department of Basic Education and the National Youth Development Agency to develop a social and emotional learning programme. This social and emotional learning programme will help to equip learners to manage emotions effectively, particularly in conflict situations, thus mitigating the inclination towards physical violence.
Paraneoplastic pembigus: clinical and diagnostic features
Authors: Karamova Arfenya E. , Znamenskaya Lyudmila F. , Nefedova Maria A. , Mekhdieva Egana S. , Girko Ekaterina V.
Published: July 2024

Paraneoplastic pemphigus is an autoimmune dermatosis following against the background of neoplasia. It can occur before cancer is diagnosed, during or shortly after treatment, and even during remission of the underlying disease. Typically, paraneoplastic pemphigus only refers to the deposition of IgG. The article is devoted to paraneoplastic IgA/IgG pemphigus, which is one of the rare forms of paraneoplastic pemphigus in which deposition of IgA together with IgG is observed. We have described a clinical case of a patient who developed various rashes during the period of remission of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Diagnosis of paraneoplastic IgA/IgG pemphigus based on clinical and anamnestic data, the results of a diagnostic skin biopsy, immunofluorescence test, consultation with a hematologist and lab tests. Difficulties in diagnosing paraneoplastic pemphigus are due to the polymorphism of rashes and the variety of clinical and laboratory parameters, which may depend on concomitant oncological pathology. A diagnostic search requires an assessment of the clinical picture of the disease, a carefully collected anamnesis, and a complete diagnostic algorithm for patients with bullous dermatoses.
Airway Management in a Neonate with Pierre–Robin Syndrome: Challenges for the Anesthesiologist
Authors: Shah Pratibha Jain , Agrawal Pratiksha , Jatwar Nandini
Published: July 2024

Pierre–Robin sequence (PRS) is a developmental abnormality starting from 9 to 10 weeks of gestation. Hypoplasia of the mandible progresses eventually to a receding mandible, large tongue, and airway obstruction which may be associated with cleft palate and recurrent respiratory infections. The craniofacial abnormalities make the airway difficult posing a threat to the anesthesiologist. We present a case of difficult airway in a 14-day-old neonate having PRS associated with Hirschsprung’s disease posted for laparotomy.
Scientific and Methodological Support of Library Activities: Analysis of the Document Flow
Authors: Neryueva Mariya V.
Published: July 2024

The article presents an analysis of the document flow on the topic “Scientific and Methodological Support of Libraries’ Activities” for 2014—2023. The study obtained data on the quantitative and species composition of the flow, its geographical and author structures. The thematic analysis showed that most often the authors devoted their works to describing the experience of implementing the main functions of scientific and methodological services (analytical and consulting activities, promotion of professional development of specialists, formation of the legal library field, identification and study of new experience), the characteristics of the profession of a modern methodologist and the changes taking place in scientific and methodological activities, including under the influence of the development of information and communication technologies. The analysis of publications confirmed that the content of scientific and methodological labor changes depending on the general situation in the country and in accordance with the needs of library practice.
The Library in the New Geopolitical Realities: Issues of Theory and Practice (Skvortsov Readings — 2024)
Authors: Lopatina Natalya V.
Published: July 2024

The article presents an overview of the 26th International Scientific Conference “Librarianship — 2024” (Skvortsov Readings — 2024) “Library in New Geopolitical Realities”, held on April 16—17, 2024 at the Moscow State Institute of Culture. The main events and key reports of the conference are highlighted. The content and main results of the round tables within the framework of the conference are disclosed: “Improving the Regulatory Framework as a Key Task of the Strategic Agenda for the Development of Librarianship in the Russian Federation” and “Information Culture of the Digital Generation in the Context of the Tasks of Professional Training of Cultural Personnel”.
Bibliology in the System of Modern Humanitarian Knowledge: Results of the 23rd Smirdin Readings
Authors: Elyashevich Dmitriy A. , Mutyev Victor A.
Published: July 2024

A brief excursus of the development of Russian book studies as an independent scientific direction is presented. The main milestones in the institutionalization of book studies on the example of the Petrograd-Leningrad-Petersburg scientific school are considered: the formation of an academic discipline and a specialized department, the publication of a series of the first conceptual works directly focused on the development of methodological provisions of book science, the preparation of the first textbooks as evidence of the achievement of a certain level of consensus in the professional community, and the organization of a regular scientific forum — the conference “Smirdin Readings”. The thematic spectrum of modern book studies, the results of which were presented at the All-Russian Conference in 2024, is described, the analysis of key reports delivered at the plenary session is carried out, and an analytical review of the work of the sections is given.
State Support of the Russian Publishers and Writers: New Approaches
Authors: Sukhorukov Konstantin M.
Published: July 2024

The article is presented on state-level support for the activities of Russian writers and publishers aimed at achieving goals that are priority for the development of national science and culture, education and enlightenment. The author proves the need for a comprehensive and systematic approach to solving this problem (including the adoption of a legislative act guaranteeing the rights of publishers and writers and formulating requirements for these important subjects of the book business). The existing regulatory framework and real publishing practice are analyzed, blurring the differences between a professional writer and an amateur. Such measures as licensing of relevant activities and certification of the products received, state subsidies and price control in the production and distribution of this selected range of the most significant publications are proposed.
Art-Therapeutic Methods in the Practice of a Modern Public Library
Authors: Urzhumova Olga M.
Published: July 2024

The relevance of the topic is due to the transformation of the requirements of modern users to the level of library services. The task of modern information services is to stimulate visits to public libraries. Art-therapeutic methods (bibliotherapy, fairy tale therapy, music therapy, color therapy, etc.) can not only attract users, but also maximize the productivity of their work. The presence of such methods in the library’s arsenal makes it a cosy and at the same time creative space in demand by different categories of the population. The novelty of the article is the processing of the results of a sociological survey of users and library specialists about the optimal parameters of the working art space. Two modern ways to solve this problem are shown (in Krasnodar and Rostov-on-Don).
Bindings with Superexlibris of Prince A.I. Vyazemsky
Authors: Zolotova Mariya B.
Published: July 2024

The analysis of individual bindings of hand-printed books belonging to the same owner opens up great possibilities in the study of bookbinding of a certain time period. If the bindings are characterized by significant similarities in the use of materials, production techniques and decoration, it is possible to assume their common origin from a single bookbinding workshop. The presence of a superexlibris, contemporary to the binding work, is a sign of the work of a bookbinder who performed the whole complex of tasks at once – to protect, decorate the book and inform about its ownership. In this case, the dates of the owner’s (customer’s) life and the milestones of his biography can serve as a reference point for dating the bindings. More than 70 copies of European editions of the 18th century with superexlibris of the Vyazemsky princes in bindings of the end of the 18th – beginning of the 19th century were found in the collection of the Research Scientific Department of Rare Books (Book Museum) of the Russian State Library. The article proves that these books belonged to Andrei Ivanovich Vyazemsky and their bindings were made in Russia. Several groups of bindings united by material, constructive and decorative features are identified and described. Speculations are made about the location of the workshops that produced these bindings and about the possible influence of the customer’s tastes on their design. Characteristic features of bindings from the library of A.I. Vyazemsky, given in the article, can be used in the description of Russian bindings of the 18th and 19th centuries to clarify the date of their production.
Global huntingtin knockout in adult mice leads to fatal neurodegeneration that spares the pancreas
Authors: Bragg Robert M , Mathews Ella W , Grindeland Andrea , Cantle Jeffrey P , Howland David , Vogt Tom , Carroll Jeffrey B
Published: July 2024

Huntington’s disease (HD) is a fatal neurodegenerative disorder caused by an expanded CAG tract in the huntingtin (HTT) gene, leading to toxic gains of function. HTT-lowering treatments are in clinical trials, but the risks imposed are unclear. Recent studies have reported on the consequences of widespread HTT loss in mice, where one group described early HTT loss leading to fatal pancreatitis, but later loss as benign. Another group reported no pancreatitis but found widespread neurological phenotypes including subcortical calcification. To better understand the liabilities of widespread HTT loss, we knocked outHttwith two separate tamoxifen-inducible Cre lines. We find that loss of HTT at 2 mo of age leads to progressive tremors and severe subcortical calcification at examination at 14 mo of age but does not result in acute pancreatitis or histological changes in the pancreas. We, in addition, report that HTT loss is followed by sustained induction of circulating neurofilament light chain. These results confirm that global loss of HTT in mice is associated with pronounced risks, including progressive subcortical calcification and neurodegeneration.
Advancing communicative competence in the digital age: A case for AI tools in Japanese EFL education
Authors: Busso Alexis , Sanchez Becky
Published: July 2024

English language education in Japan has long been criticized for its traditional methods emphasizing grammar and reading at the expense of communicative competence. This article explores the potential of Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIEd) to address this issue. A review of literature explored critical challenges faced by Japanese EFL learners, including Japanese teachers’ low English proficiency and attitudes towards English teaching, heavy focus on entrance examinations in high school, overemphasis on grammar in EFL curricula and textbooks, lack of authentic communicative practice, and differences in cultural values. An examination of technology integration in Japanese education revealed that while many institutions have begun incorporating technology, its widespread adoption has been gradual. Several case studies support the use of AI to address the psychological barrier to speaking by offering a safe and engaging learning environment, thus boosting confidence and fluency. Furthermore, in the Japanese language context, AI can lower anxiety, promote creativity, and offer personalized learning. In addition to the individual benefits, AI empowers institutions to tailor learning needs, teachers to shift their role from instructors to facilitators, and students to become independent critical thinkers. Finally, challenges and limitations are addressed, including ethical considerations surrounding data privacy, overreliance, predictive patterns, and watermarking. Despite potential drawbacks, the benefits of AIEd merit a deeper exploration of its adoption in EFL curricula. AI tools offer a practical solution to prepare Japanese EFL students to communicate in English effectively and confidently and thus participate in the global landscape.
O BRINCAR E O PROCESSO DE AMADURECIMENTO PSÍQUICO PARA WINNICOTT: UM ESTUDO DE CASO CLÍNICO
Authors: Souza Kássia Magalhães de
Published: July 2024

O trabalho aborda a importância do brincar na teoria do amadurecimento emocional de Donald Woods Winnicott e sua contribuição para a clínica psicanalítica com crianças e adolescentes. Para o autor, to
Conceptual integration of seismic attributes and well log data for pore pressure prediction
Authors: Adindu Donatus Ogbu  , Kate A. Iwe  , Williams Ozowe  , Augusta Heavens Ikevuje
Published: July 2024

Accurate pore pressure prediction is critical for safe and efficient hydrocarbon exploration and production, particularly in complex geological settings. Traditional methods often fall short due to the inherent uncertainties and limitations in heterogeneous formations. This paper explores the conceptual integration of seismic attributes and well log data to enhance pore pressure prediction accuracy using advanced machine learning techniques. Seismic attributes provide valuable information on subsurface properties, while well log data offer high-resolution insights into geological formations. Integrating these data sources leverages their complementary strengths, facilitating a more holistic understanding of subsurface conditions. The fusion of seismic and well log data, supported by machine learning algorithms, can significantly improve the prediction of pore pressure, thereby enhancing drilling safety and operational efficiency. The integration process begins with the extraction and preprocessing of relevant seismic attributes and well log parameters. Key seismic attributes such as amplitude, frequency, and phase are correlated with well log data, including porosity, permeability, and lithology. Machine learning models, including neural networks, support vector machines, and ensemble learning techniques, are trained to recognize patterns and relationships between these attributes and pore pressure measurements. This approach addresses several challenges inherent in traditional methods. It allows for the handling of nonlinear and multidimensional data, adaptive learning from new datasets, and real-time integration of diverse data types. The resulting models can identify subtle geological features and trends, which are crucial for accurate pore pressure prediction in complex environments like deep-water and tectonically active regions. Case studies demonstrate the effectiveness of this integrated approach, showing significant improvements in pore pressure prediction accuracy and reliability. These improvements lead to better wellbore stability, reduced risk of blowouts, and optimized drilling plans, ultimately enhancing hydrocarbon recovery and productivity. In conclusion, the conceptual integration of seismic attributes and well log data, underpinned by machine learning techniques, represents a promising advancement in pore pressure prediction. This integrated approach not only mitigates the limitations of traditional methods but also opens new avenues for research and application in geosciences, driving safer and more efficient exploration and production practices in the oil and gas industry.
Impact of combined intramuscular hyoscine and vaginal misoprostol on the median number of misoprostol insertion and time to achieve full cervical ripening in post-date pregnancies in federal medical center Owerri, Nigeria
Authors: Callistus Obinna Elegbua  , Augustine Duke Onyeabochukwu  , Henry Ifeanyi Obani  , Angela Adaku Elegbua  , Kingsley Chukwu Episteme Obioha  , Matthew Ikechukwu Eze  , Emmanuel Adeola Adekanye  , Vincent Chinedu Ani
Published: July 2024

Background: Failed induction of labour is a challenge to both the Obstetrician and patients and remains a common cause of primary caesarean section. Misoprostol, a prostaglandin E1 analogue has been frequently used for cervical ripening and induction of labour with variable outcomes and Hyoscine N-Butyl bromide, which is a smooth muscle relaxant, has been studied widely for its use in labour. The combined effect of both drugs for cervical ripening and labour induction may have a better outcome in labour. Objectives: To compare the impact of combined intramuscular hyoscine and vaginal misoprostol as opposed to vaginal misoprostol alone on the median number of misoprostol insertion and time to achieve full cervical ripening in post-date pregnancies in Federal Medical Center Owerri, Nigeria. Study Design: A randomised double blinded clinical trial involving post-date pregnant women who received combined imtramuscular hyoscine and vaginal misoprostol and those who received vaginal misoprostol only for cervical ripening and induction of labour. Methodology: A total of 130 postdated pregnant women who satisfied the inclusion criteria were recruited for the study by systematic sampling. These were equal number of 65 participants each as case and control. They were matched for gestational age and social status. The case group received both vaginal misoprostol and intramuscular hyosine while the control received vaginal misoprostol alone for cervical ripening and induction of labour The results were analysed using SPSS version 21 with appropriate tables and figures generated. Results: The mean induction-delivery interval was (18.74±3.00 hours) in women who were given vaginal misoprostol + placebo and (16.6 ±3.00 hours) in those who received both vaginal misoprostol and intramuscular hyoscine. The median number of misoprostol inserted in the placebo group was 2 (2,3) while for hyoscine group it was 3(2,3). The mode of delivery between the hyoscine group and the control group did not show any statistically significant difference (P=0.152). Conclusion: The combined intramuscular hyoscine and vaginal misoprostol for cervical ripening and induction of labour as opposed to vaginal misoprostol alone reduces the median number of misoprostol insertion as well as the time to achieve full cervical ripening. Recommendations: The use of combined intramuscular hyoscine and vaginal misoprostol for cervical ripening and induction of labour should be routinely implemented and also the use of hyoscine pessaries with vaginal misoprostol can be studied to see if there would be a different outcome.
Analisis Risiko Keselamatan Dan Kesehatan Kerja (K3) Pada Proses Produksi Beton Dengan Metode JSA Dan Hirarc di PT Varia Usaha Beton
Authors: Rohman Ahmad Fathur , Putra Boy Isma
Published: July 2024

PT. Varia Usaha Beton merupakan perusahaan yang memproduksi beton ready mix. Saat ini terdapat banyaknya karyawan yang tidak mengetahui pentingnya K3 dalam bekerja. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis potensi bahaya dalam proses produksi beton ready mix dengan menggunakan metode JSA dan metode HIRARC. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode Job Safety Analysis (JSA), dan metode Hazard Identification Risk Assesment, and Risk Control (HIRARC). Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa analisis JSA adalah rata-rata potensi bahaya tedapat adanya debu dan menimbulkan pencemaran udara, selain itu lingkungan dengan tanah yang becek atau basah sehingga banyak pekerja terpeleset. Kemudian hasil dari analisis HIRARC adalah terdapat proses kegiatan yang terdapat risiko dengan level high sebanyak 5 Kemudian terdapat kegiatan yang mempunyai risiko dengan nilai level medium sebanyak 3. Setelah itu terdapat level tertinggi yaitu extreme sebanyak 2,
Arap Baharı Sonrası Türkiye-Suudi Arabistan İlişkilerinin Kaygan Zeminde Değişen Dinamikleri: Ayrışan/Benzeşen Faktörler
Authors: Korhan Sevda , Çınar Yusuf
Published: July 2024

Ortadoğu siyasetinin oluşturulmasında Türkiye ve Suudi Arabistan önemli iki aktör olarak karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Bu çalışma 2002-2023 yılları arasında Türkiye ve Suudi Arabistan’ın karşılıklı ilişkilerinde etkili olan dış politika parametrelerini ele almaktadır. Akabinde iki ülkenin dış politika ilişkilerinde işbirliği çerçevesi ve çatışma olasılıkları analiz edilmektedir. Bu bağlamda her iki ülkenin Ortadoğu ekseninde benzer dış politikalar geliştirebildiği gibi ayrıştığı konular da bulunmaktadır. Arap Baharı sonrasında hem Türkiye hem de Suudi Arabistan dış politikada kırılmalar yaşamıştır. Bu kırılmaların neticesinde hem Türkiye hem Suudi Arabistan Ortadoğu’da önceliklerini yeniden belirlemek zorunda kalmışlardır. Nitekim her iki ülkenin birbirleri ile siyasal ve sosyal birçok farklılıklara sahip olması çok uzun süreli işbirliklerini pek mümkün kılmamaktadır. Bu çalışma, her iki ülkenin karşılıklı ilişkilerinde çıkarları çerçevesinde nispi işbirlikleri yapabildikleri sonucuna varmıştır.
Rusya Federasyonu’nun Dış ve Güvenlik Politikası Yaklaşımlarında 1990’lı Yıllar ve Bu Yaklaşımların Putin Dönemine Yansımaları (1991-2007)
Authors: Balcı Aziz
Published: July 2024

Aralık 1991’de Sovyet Sosyalist Cumhuriyetler Birliği’nin (SSCB) dağılması ve Soğuk Savaş döneminin sona ererek Amerika Birleşik Devletleri (ABD) öncülüğünde tek kutuplu dünya düzenine geçiş yaşanması, birçok ülkenin dış ve güvenlik politikasını yeniden belirlemesine neden olmuştur. Bu süreçte SSCB’nin bölgede varisi olarak ortaya çıkan Rusya Federasyonu da (RF) gerek iç gerek dış politika anlayışında yeni düzenlemelere gitmek durumunda kalmıştır. Bu bağlamda RF’nin Soğuk Savaş sonrası ilk yıllardaki ve 1990’lı yılların devamındaki politik yaklaşımlarını farklılaştırdığı görülmektedir. 2000’li yılların başından itibaren ise Putin’in iktidara gelmesiyle birlikte pragmatik eksende, düşünsel ve söylemsel olarak bir yeniden çok kutupluluk arayışı seslendirilmeye başlanmıştır. Bu anlamda bakıldığında Putin’in dış politika ve güvenlik yaklaşımı, 1993 yılından beri süregelen ve tartışılan politikaların bir uzantısı, fakat daha net ve kesin bir dönüşüm olmuştur. Bu çalışmada 2000’li yıllarda Putin’in iktidarı dönemindeki RF’nin dış ve güvenlik politikasının 1990’lı yıllarda başlamış olan politikaların bir devamı olduğu vurgulanmaktadır. Çalışmada RF’de 1990’lı yıllarda etkili olan siyasi elitlerin dış ve güvenlik politikasına ilişkin söylemleri analiz edilmiş ve bu yıllardaki bu söylemlerin ve tartışmaların özellikle 2000’li yılların başında Putin iktidarı ile devam ettiği hususunun ortaya koyulması amaçlanmıştır.
Covid-19 Perspektifinden Lojistik Performans Endeksi, İhracat ve Ekonomik Büyüme İlişkisi: Panel Veri Yaklaşımı
Authors: Çınar Mehmet , Özkul Seda
Published: July 2024

Covid-19 salgını lojistik operasyonların ve üretimin kesilmesine sebebiyet vermiştir. Ortaya çıkan etkiler firmalar bağlamında farklılaşabilmektedir. Olumsuz etkilerin yanı sıra yeniliklere duyulan ihtiyaç doğrultusunda olumlu etkilerin de meydana geldiği görülmektedir. Özelikle lojistik sektörünün dijitalleşmesi ve veri odaklı çözümler üretmeye odaklanması ile sürdürülebilir ve sağlam tedarik zincirlerinin oluşumuna katkı sağlamıştır. Küreselleşmeyle birlikte lojistik sektörü sadece mamulleri taşımaktan çıkıp tedarik zinciri sürecinde önemli roller üstlenmiştir. Lojistik altyapı yatırımları; tedarik, taşıma, satış ve depolama işleyişini verimli hale getirmektedir. Bu çalışmada, 108 ülkenin 2010-2022 arası çift yıllık verileri kullanılarak lojistik performans endeksi, doğrudan yabancı yatırımlar ve ihracatın ekonomik büyüme üzerindeki etkisi panel veri yaklaşımıyla analiz edilmiştir. Çalışmada sabit etkiler modeli yardımıyla Covid-19’un da etkileri analiz edilmiştir. Tahmin edilen modellerde; lojistik performans endeksi, doğrudan yabancı yatırımlar ve ihracatın ekonomik büyüme üzerinde pozitif ve anlamlı etkileri bulunmuştur. Ayrıca lojistik performans endeksi alt bileşenlerinden etkisi en yüksek olan bileşenin altyapı yatırımları kalitesi olduğu gözlenmiştir. Çalışmada Covid-19 sonrası lojistik performans endeksindeki artışın ekonomik büyüme üzerindeki etkisinin daha fazla olduğu gözlenmiştir.
İslam’ın Özbek Kimliği Üzerinde Etkisi
Authors: Avcı Erkan
Published: July 2024

Türkiye’de Orta Asya ile ilgili yapılan toplumsal analizlerin pek çoğunda, bölgedeki kimliklerin daha çok etnik yönüne vurgu yapılmaktadır. Oysa bu kimliğin temel yapı taşı olan İslam, daha çok önem arz etmektedir. İşte bu çalışmanın temel amacı, Orta Asya’daki en kalabalık ve bölgeye en çok yayılmış topluluk olan Özbeklerin kimliğinde en etkili unsur olan İslam’ın bu kimlikteki rolünü ifade etmektir. Çalışmanın hipotezi, Özbeklerin günümüze değin kimliklerini koruyabilmelerinin sebebi İslam’ın bu kimlik içerisinde kritik rol oynamış olmasıdır. Zira Özbeklerde din olgusu, etnisiteleri ile iç içe geçmiş ve kimliklerinin en temel yapı taşı olmuştur. Bu da Özbeklerin bölgenin tarihsel süreci içerisinde etkili bir halk olmasının yolunu açmıştır. Çünkü Orta Asya’da İslam’ı kabul eden ilk Türk boylarından biri olan Özbekler, bununla birlikte yerleşik hayata geçerek bölgenin medeniyet havzası olmasının öncüsü olmuştur. Böylelikle tarihten günümüze değin Özbek kimliği güçlü biçimde oluşmuş ve dış etkilere karşı korunmuştur. Aynı zamanda bugün bağımsız Özbekistan’daki kimlik inşa sürecinin ve devleti oluşturan temel ögelerin de arka planını oluşturmuştur. Çalışmanın yöntemi olarak tarihsel süreç analizi kullanılmıştır.
Optical coherence retinal tomography as a prognostic biomarker of multiple sclerosis progression
Authors: Shchukina T. V. , Bisaga G. N. , Malko V. A. , Topuzova M. P. , Tolochko K. A. , Dadatsky A. Yu. , Alekseeva T. M.
Published: July 2024

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune infl ammatory demyelinating neurodegenerative disabling disease of the central nervous system of multifactorial genesis. In the initial stages of remitting multiple sclerosis, autoimmune inflammation prevails with alternation of exacerbations and remissions, but, subsequently, progressive neurodegeneration develops, which underlies the persistent disability of patients. The transition of remitting multiple sclerosis into a secondary progressive form is a critical factor for long-term prognosis and makes it necessary to find accurate biomarkers, predictors of the risk of transformation of MS. One such marker is the thickness of the nerve fiber layer and ganglion cells, as well as the condition of the retinal microvasculature, which is easily verifi ed by optical coherence tomography (OCT), a non-invasive method that allows for real-time retinal segmentation in the axial plane.

   The aim of this review is to discuss the results achieved in the study and application OCT of the retina as a potential imaging biomarker of multiple sclerosis progression.
The role of matrix metalloproteinases in the pathogenetic mechanisms of ischemic stroke
Authors: Kucherova K. S. , Koroleva E. S. , Alifirova V. M.
Published: July 2024

Modern understanding of the mechanisms of the pathogenesis of ischemic stroke has expanded due to the study of neuroinfl ammation processes, in which matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) play an important role. This literature review describes the main types of MMPs and provides current data on the pathophysiological role of this group of proteases in acute cerebral ischemia, which have multidirectional eff ects depending on the stage of the disease. Clinical studies assessing the role of MMPs in ischemic stroke are in most cases based on experimental models, and their results are ambiguous, which is determined by the versatility of their actions. MMPs are an important regulator of infl ammatory processes, the permeability of the blood-brain barrier and, as a consequence, cerebral edema. However, the positive eff ect of MMPs in the processes of angiogenesis, neurogenesis and neuroplasticity has been proven. Thus, further study of MMPs is relevant from the point of view of their role in functional recovery after ischemic stroke.
Infratentorial superficial hemosiderosis
Authors: Nuzhnyi E. P. , Zaripova L. R. , Fedotova E. Yu. , Konovalov R. N. , Filatov A. S. , Moskalenko A. N. , Illarioshkin S. N.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Superficial hemosiderosis of the central nervous system is a chronic, progressive disease caused by continuous low-volume bleeding into the subarachnoid space and, as a result, subpial deposition of hemoglobin de-tritus. Infratentorial superfi cial hemosiderosis (ISS) is characterized by hemosiderin accumulation primarily on the surface of the cerebellum, brainstem and spinal cord. Early detection of ISS may prevent severe disability and raise the chance of successful medical treatment.

   The purpose of this study was to analyze clinical, radiological, instrumental, and laboratory findings, based on a series of ISS cases diagnosed at the Research Center of Neurology.

   Material and methods. Seven patients diagnosed with ISS were included in this study (4 men, 3 women). Evaluation of the clinical findings, disease history, brain and spinal cord MRI, MR-angiography, brainstem auditory evoked potentials, audiometry, abdominal ultrasound, and laboratory iron metabolism tests was performed.

   Results. The median age of subjects was 63 years, and the median duration of disease was 3 years. We identified the cause of ISS in four patients. The most common clinical symptoms were cerebellar ataxia and sensorineural hearing loss. All patients had a typical ISS pattern on brain MRI images.

   Conclusion. With the development of neuroimaging, iSS is becoming a more frequent finding. Clinicians should be aware of its causes and optimal management strategy. Further studies of possible iSS treatments are needed to reduce free iron neurotoxicity and minimize clinical manifestations of the disease.