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Ministry of Qes Gudina Tumsa in the Kambata/Hadiya Region
Authors: Grenstedt Steffan
Published: January 2024

This paper highlights Qes Gudina Tumsa’s efforts in the Kambata/Hadiya region with special bearing at integrating the Kambata Evangelical Church 2 (KEC-2), which had broken away from the Kambata Evangelical Church (KEC) in 1954, into the Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus (EECMY). The KEC-2 attended the annual Conferenceof Ethiopian Evangelical Churches (CEEC) from 1955 to 1961, when the EECMY “Home Mission” with the Kambata Home Mission Program (KHMP) was launched. Qes Gudina’s efforts in the region can be divided into two periods. The first was in 1963 when he tried to integrate the KEC-2 into a synod of the EECMY. As we will see, this approach generated some problems. His second attempt, together with the Finnish Missionary Society (FMS) in 1967-69, was more successful.
Die Verfassung für Württemberg-Baden von 1946
Authors: Ukert Levin
Published: January 2024

This work provides the first comprehensive overview of the Württemberg-Baden constitution of 28 November 1946. The book not only sheds light on the post-war development of the state of Württemberg-Baden and its constitution, but also paints a differentiated picture of the constitutional history of the latter. The influence of the Weimar and the Württemberg and Baden state constitutional law of 1919 on the Württemberg-Baden constitution was pronounced to varying degrees. In view of the failure of the Weimar Constitution and the experience of National Socialist tyranny, innovative constitutional law - namely the possibility of a constructive vote of no confidence - also found its way into the constitution.
Early trauma, brain development, and a novel therapeutic approach
Authors: Friedman Hagit
Published: January 2024

Trauma can result from an event that is perceived as life-threatening or as having the potential of seriously harming oneself or others. Such experiences, often accompanied by intense fear, terror, and helplessness, can lead to the development of PTSS and PTSD. Response to trauma depends on trauma feature characteristics and specific personal factors. In clinical literature, PTSD is often accompanied by severe functional impairment and includes well-described symptoms. These create behavior that limits the person and causes functional damage over time. Moreover, PTSS in early age may lead to adverse structural and functional changes in the development of brain neural circuits. PTSD has been one of the most investigated themes in medicine, psychiatry, neurophysiology, and rehabilitation over the last years. HPA axis, neural inflammation, and the neural mitochondrial oxidative stress are involved in the molecular mechanism of PTSD, reducing neuroplasticity and synapse proliferation. Here, current data on PTSD causes and symptoms, and the mechanisms and functions of the mitochondrial stress response, are reviewed, leading to 3LT novel scientifically and clinically based therapeutic approach. 3LT tool, aimed to the neural molecular mechanism of PTSS, targets mitochondrial dysfunction for the prevention and correction of neural lesions associated with PTSD.
Vitamin B, Role of Gut Microbiota and Gut Health
Authors: Wibowo Satrio , Pramadhani Almira
Published: January 2024

The human gastrointestinal system is constantly exposed to pathogenic microorganisms and beneficial compounds, such as food components and commensal bacteria. Vitamin B are a class of water-soluble organic compounds obtained through diet, supplementation, and gut microbiota synthesis. B vitamins are absorbed for host metabolism in the small intestine, whereas microbes produce and absorb B vitamins in the large intestine. The authors have accumulated evidence from various studies that each B vitamin plays an essential role in gastrointestinal health and has a reciprocal relationship with the gut microbiota. Previous studies have also proven that microbial imbalance in the gut lead to competition for the utilization of B vitamins between the host and microbes, affecting the gut microbial composition, gut health, and host metabolism. This review aims to explain further the types of B vitamins in human digestion, the mechanism of B vitamin synthesis, and the role of B vitamins in the composition of the gut microbiota and the health of the gastrointestinal tract. Thus, it can help practitioners to consider administering B vitamins to maintain the patient’s gut health.
Impact of Illegal Mining Activities on Cocoa Pollinator Abundance in Ghana
Authors: Addae Sampson , Acquah Sarah , Nyarko Essuman Samuel
Published: January 2024

Cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) is mainly pollinated by Ceratopogonid midges (Forcipomyia spp.). Wild pollinators are important to both cocoa production and natural ecosystems, and are threatened by land-use change, intensive agricultural management, fragmentation from mining activities, and climate change. Despite the massive expansion of cocoa production in Ghana, it may now be of secondary economic importance to gold due to its increased environmental impact and the economic importance exercised by cocoa communities. However, very little attention has been paid to pollination management as a factor of production, as pollination is often not considered an important process for crop yield. The Ghana Cocoa Board takes a closer look at the impact of illegal mining on cocoa productivity and trusts farmers to destroy their farmland for illegal gold mining. In this chapter we briefly describe the cocoa sector, cocoa flower and pollinator biology and phenology as presented. What follows is an overview of the current environmental threats and social issues posed by unregulated mining affecting pollinator abundance and diversity in the context of Ghana. Finally, we examine ways to improve pollination and deforestation in Ghana’s small cocoa sector.
Restoration of Uranium Tailings in the Mountains: A Perspective from the State of the Skin in Persons Living in the Vicinity
Authors: Isupova Alena
Published: January 2024

In our work, for the first time, the problem of long-term exposure (more than 50 years) to low doses of radiation to the human body was touched upon. Comprehensive studies of the content of radionuclides in water, soil, meat of cattle, and small cattle, carried out within the framework of the ISTC; prove the entry of radionuclides into the human body through food chains. For the period from 2003 to 2023, studies were conducted on the skin of people living in various regions of Kyrgyzstan. A total of 3650 people were examined. The main group (600 people) is represented by people living near uranium tailings. Analysis of the features of the course and manifestation of dermatoses showed the features of the course of skin pathology. The mean age of stigma manifestation was 32.7 ± 7.5 years compared to the control group 45.2 ± 10.3 years.
The Physics of the Human Vocal Folds as a Biological Oscillator
Authors: Henri DeJonckere Philippe , Lebacq Jean
Published: January 2024

The human voice results from the vibration of air at the vocal folds (VF), which behave as a damped oscillator controlled by intraglottic pressure and tranglottic airflow. This chapter presents a complete synthesis of the physics of vocal dynamics (1) during a sustained oscillation, particularly with regard to the phase relationship between intraglottic pressure and glottal opening and closing; (2) during the onset of the oscillation, particularly with regard to the mechanism explaining the triggering of the initiation of the oscillation; and (3) during the decay of the damped oscillations during voice offset, particularly with regard to the effect of lung volume. The importance of air volume as an essential component of the vibratory system is highlighted. The experimental data are obtained in vivo by simultaneous measurement of the transglottic flow and the glottic surface, which allows the calculation of the intraglottic pressure and its interaction with the inertia of the vocal tract.
Composite Dental Implants: A Future Restorative Approach
Authors: Roi Alexandra , Roi Ciprian , Victoria Țigmeanu Codruța , Riviș Mircea
Published: January 2024

The introduction of composites and dental materials in the implantology field has shown an important increase in the past years. The restorative approaches using dental implants are currently a desirable option for edentulous patients. Since their introduction in dentistry, dental implants have proven to be a reliable option for restabling the functions and esthetics of certain areas. Characteristics such as high biocompatibility, nontoxicity, and high corrosion resistance have been key factors for their worldwide acceptance. In time, researchers aimed to improve their qualities by manufacturing the implants using various materials that could improve the interaction between the bone and implant. Although, until now, dental implant materials were limited to the use of single or coated metals, there are certain limitations that current studies aimed to overcome by introducing a new category, the composite dental implants. With this new category, the mechanical characteristics can be designed in order for their integration and further functions to have a positive outcome. This chapter describes the use of composite dental implants as a restorative prosthetic option, their advantages, and physicochemical and osteointegration properties as future approaches for restorative prosthetic rehabilitation.
TINDAK PIDANA PEMBUNUHAN BERENCANA BERDASARKAN HUKUM POSITIF DI INDONESIA
Authors: Amanda Saputri Dini
Published: January 2024

Tujuan dilakukannya penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana maksud “direncanakan” sebagai unsur tindak pidana pembunuhan berencana dan bagaimana  maksud dan tujuan “direncanakan” dalam Pasal Pembunuhan berencana dalam Kitab Undang - Undang Hukum Pidana (KUHP) diatur dalam pasal 340 KUHP, yang menyatakan: “Barangsiapa sengaja dan dengan rencana lebih dahulu merampas nyawa orang lain, diancam karena pembunuhan dengan rencana (moord), dengan pidana penjara seumur hidup atau pidana mati atau selama waktu tertentu, paling lama dua puluh tahun”. Pembunuhan berencana dimaksud oleh pembentuk undang-undang sebagai pembunuhan bentuk khusus yang memberatkan, tetapi kenyataannya masih terdapat kasus pembunuhan berencana karena dendam yang mengakibatkan meninggal atau hilangnya nyawa orang lain. Hasil penelitian menjelaskan bahwa faktor penyebab pelaku melakukan tindak pembunuhan berencana tersebut karena dendam, hubungan asmara, serta lemahnya pemahaman hukum. Proses hukum terhadap pelaku tindak pidana pembunuhan berencana yang meliputi dari laporan korban, penyelidikan, penyidikan, penangkapan, penahanan, penggeledahan, penuntutan, dan sidang pengadilan. Hambatan yang dialami oleh penyidik dalam menangani tindak pidana pembunuhan berencana yang dilakukan secara bersama-sama adalah para pelaku yang melarikan diri ke tempat yang terpencil yang membuat pihak kepolisian sulit menjangkau tempat persembunyian tersebut, proses pencarian alat bukti yang apabila terdapat permasalahan dalam keluarga atau dengan orang lain agar segera diselesaikan dengan cara bermusyawarah sehingga tidak menimbulkan dendam satu sama lain yang bisa membuat seseorang yang dendam tersebut melakukan hal yang nekat seperti pembunuhan serta diharapkan kepada pihak kepolisian untuk menindak pidana pembunuhan berencana yang dilakukan secara bersama-sama tersebut.
HUBUNGAN PEMBERIAN ASI EKSKLUSIF DENGAN KEJADIAN STUNTING PADA BALITA DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS SEMANDING
Authors: Ghina Aprina Putri Eka
Published: January 2024

Stunting merupakan kondisi pada balita yang memiliki panjang badan atau tinggi badan yang lebih pendek dibandingkan dengan usianya. Nutrisi yang diperoleh sejak lahir tentunya sangat berpengaruh terhadap pertumbuhannya termasuk resiko terjadinya stunting. Tidak dilakukanya pemberian ASI Eksklusif selama 6 bulan dapat menjadi salah satu faktor penyebab stunting karena nutrisinya didak tercukupi. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis hubungan pemberian ASI eksklusif dengan kejadian stunting pada balita di Desa Bektiharjo Dusun Medokan wilayah kerja Puskesmas Semanding. Desain penelitiaan yang digunakan adalah korelasi. Populasi pada penelitia ini adalah semua orang tua yang memiliki balita yang ada di desa Bektiharjo Dusun Medokan wilayah kerja Puskesmas Semanding. Besar sampel 62 orang, Teknik sampling menggunakan probability sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah kuisioner, yang di analisis menggunakan uji korelasi Chi-Square. Hasil penelitian ini dapat diketahui bahwa balita yang tidak diberikan ASI Eksklusif sebagian besar mengalami stunting yaitu sebesar 70%. Berdasarkan hasil uji korelasi Chi-Square didapatkan nilai signifikan dengan hasil yang diperoleh yaitu p=0,036 yang berarti p=<0,05, maka ada hubungan antara pemberian ASI Eksklusif dengan kejadian stunting pada balita. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa pemberian ASI Eksklusif pada balita sangat penting artinya balita yang tidak diberikan ASI Eksklusif berpeluang lebih besar mengalami stunting jika dibandingkan dengan balita yang diberikan ASI secara eksklusif.
Gender differences in achievement, behavior, and STEM interest among learners using Minecraft
Authors: Esclamado Maricel A. , Rodrigo Maria Mercedes T.
Published: January 2024

In this paper, we analyze how male and female learners differ in their in-game behaviors, knowledge assessment outcomes, and STEM interest using the What-If Hypothetical Implementations using Minecraft (WHIMC). We also investigate how male and female learners’ self-reported levels of frustration and boredom relate to these outcomes. We examine in-game data, out-of-game assessment data, self-reported frustration and boredom, and results of the STEM interest questionnaire (SIQ) from 175 Grade 8 learners from a school in the Philippines. We found that male learners tend to explore more than female learners. Both genders learn more through more exploration, making more observations, and completing tasks, but only female learners benefit from having more idle time. Male learners had a higher increase in STEM interest compared to female learners, while there is no significant difference in assessment scores between the genders. This study also found that boredom and frustration have a negative impact on academic outcomes, behavior, and STEM interest, especially among female learners. Bored female learners tend to do less well on post-game assessments, explore less, and make fewer observations. Frustrated female learners tend to not complete the task. Female learners who expressed frustration or boredom tend to have a decreased interest in SIQ in the Interest category after playing WHIMC.
Stimulasi Tumbuh Kembang Balita Melalui Pelatihan Kader Kesehatan di Kabupaten Jember
Authors: Septiyono Eka Afdi , Kurniawati Dini , Rahmawati Iis , Prasetyowati Irma , Wiastuti Siti Marina
Published: January 2024

Stimulasi tumbuh kembang balita merupakan aspek penting dalam pembentukan potensi anak sejak dini. Namun, kurangnya pengetahuan dan kesadaran masyarakat mengenai pentingnya stimulasi tumbuh kembang balita di wilayah Baratan Jember menjadi hambatan dalam mencapai perkembangan optimal anak-anak. Oleh karena itu, dilakukan kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat melalui pelatihan kader kesehatan untuk meningkatkan stimulasi tumbuh kembang balita. Kegiatan ini melibatkan tahap pra pengabdian untuk mengidentifikasi kebutuhan dan hambatan yang ada. Selanjutnya, dilakukan pelatihan kader kesehatan yang mencakup peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan peserta dalam memberikan stimulasi tumbuh kembang yang tepat. Evaluasi pelaksanaan dan dampak dilakukan untuk mengukur efektivitas program. Hasil dari kegiatan ini menunjukkan peningkatan pengetahuan peserta, perubahan perilaku orang tua, serta perkembangan balita yang lebih optimal. Dalam kesimpulannya, pelatihan kader kesehatan dalam upaya meningkatkan stimulasi tumbuh kembang balita di Baratan Jember memberikan dampak positif terhadap perkembangan balita dan kualitas sumber daya manusia di wilayah tersebut.
Mapping MARC 21 Linking Entry Fields to FRBR and Tillett’s Taxonomy of Bibliographic Relationships
Authors: Riva Pat
Published: January 2024

Bibliographic relationships have taken on even greater importance in the context of ongoing efforts to integrate concepts from the Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records (FRBR) into cataloging codes and database structures. In MARC 21, the linking entry fields are a major mechanism for expressing relationships between bibliographic records. Taxonomies of bibliographic relationships have been proposed by Tillett, with an extension by Smiraglia, and in FRBR itself. The present exercise is to provide a detailed bidirectional mapping of the MARC 21 linking fields to these two schemes. The correspondence of the Tillett taxonomic divisions to the MARC categorization of the linking fields as chronological, horizontal, or vertical is examined as well. Application of the findings to MARC format development and system functionality is discussed.
Revitalisasi Pasar: Apa Selanjutnya?
Authors: Arif Abdurrahman
Published: January 2024

Market revitalization is not only physical development. Management, economic and social development is needed. The phenomenon of contemporary coffee shops appearing in traditional markets has attracted researchers to identify market revitalization problems. The aim of this research is to identify problems regarding revitalization. The research perspective is what the problem is, what is the government's attitude and what is the orientation of policy holders. Literature review method to verify data related to the implementation of revitalization in a number of markets. Shows that there are still problems such as communication and perceptions about revitalization, while policy holders have shown a clear policy direction. Market classification and revitalization that must be carried out.
Uso de herramientas de marketing para la gestión de personas en el departamento de enfermería de una universidad privada
Authors: Lendínez Mesa Alejandro
Published: January 2024

Objetivo principal: Describir la experiencia del uso de herramientas de marketing (CRM) en la gestión de personas en el departamento de enfermería de una universidad privada. Desarrollo de la experiencia: Este proyecto se desarrolló en tres fases (análisis situacional, diseño y creación de la herramienta, implantación y evaluación) observando en el periodo analizado una disminución en el absentismo de los docentes a las distintas actividades académicas formativas programadas, asegurando que la experiencia de aprendizaje se lleve a cabo y siendo la aceptación por parte de los docentes satisfactoria. Conclusión principal: Los gestores enfermeros deben promover el uso de herramientas gestoras, aunque no sean propios de la profesión ya que estas pueden dar respuestas a necesidades de la profesión.
First record of the Leptocybe invasa Fisher & La Salle (Hymenoptera: Eulophidae) in Sergipe, Brazil
Authors: Almeida Thalita dos Santos , Pinheiro Heloisa Safira Santos , Rolim Gabriela da Silva , Santos Edson José Santana dos , Santana Lucas Kauan Nascimento de , Dantas José Oliveira , Ribeiro Genésio Tâmara
Published: January 2024

Leptocybe invasa is a fast-spreading alien pest infesting eucalyptus in several countries. This study examined the damage caused by the gall wasp, recorded in eucalyptus plants in the municipalities of Itaporanga D'Ajuda and São Cristóvão, state of Sergipe, Northeastern Brazil.
A Educação Física na Educação Infantil no cenário da pós-graduação: as práticas de escrita no contexto da formação continuada com professores
Authors: Marchiori Alexandre Freitas , Santos Wagner dos , Mello André da Silva
Published: January 2024

O processo de formação continuada de professores é um tema recorrente nas pesquisas educacionais, contudo, nas últimas décadas, percebemos um aumento das produções na pós-graduação voltadas para o cenário da Educação Física na Educação Infantil. Identificamos que as práticas de escrita dos docentes não são evidenciadas, tampouco suas autorias. Destarte, objetivamos analisar a produção acadêmica sobre as práticas de escrita na formação continuada com os professores de Educação Física da Educação Infantil. Esta é uma pesquisa bibliográfica, do tipo estado do conhecimento, que mobilizou como fonte de dados os trabalhos disponíveis no Catálogo de Teses e Dissertações da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (capes), sem recorte temporal. Os resultados foram organizados em três categorias: 1) A formação continuada na primeira etapa da Educação Básica; 2) Os processos de escrita empregados na formação continuada; e 3) Os contextos da Educação Física na Educação Infantil: o currículo localizado e sua dinâmica curricular. Concluímos que a formação continuada é um tema recorrente, todavia, o recorte desejado das práticas de escrita docente no contexto da Educação Infantil possui pouca representatividade nas pesquisas encontradas na área da Educação Física. Constatamos que há uma valorização do instrumento diário de aula, bem como da utilização do registro docente das práticas pedagógicas para subsidiar os processos de formação continuada, contudo, esse fazer escriturístico dos professores não rompe com os muros escolares, caracterizando-os como consumidores e não produtores de conhecimentos.
Mısır Medeniyetinde Bulunan Arşiv Türleri: Arşiv Belge Örnekleri Üzerinden Değerlendirme
Authors: GÜLTEKİN Elif
Published: January 2024

İnsanlar çeşitli amaçlar için bilgiyi kaydetmiş ve bilgiyi zihinde tutmanın zorluğu nedeniyle ve tekrar erişmek amacıyla koruma altına almışlardır. Eski medeniyetler, yaşadıklarını, krallık mücadelelerini, doğa olaylarını, inançlarını, duygu ve düşüncelerini, kültür ve medeniyetlerini kendilerinden sonra gelecek olan kuşaklara aktarmak amacıyla bunları kalıcı materyallere işlemişler ve kaydetmişlerdir. Kadim medeniyetlerden birisi olan Mısır medeniyetinin sahip olduğu arşivlerde bu anlamda önemlidir. Mısır medeniyetinde çeşitli amaçlarla üretilmiş (idari, dini, askeri, diplomatik) belgelerin saklandığı ve korunduğu arşivlerde farklılık göstermektedir. Bu araştırmada, tarihin en büyük ve en eski medeniyetlerinden biri olan Mısır medeniyeti arşivleri örneklerle incelenmektedir. Bu araştırma, Mısır medeniyeti hakkında bilgi vermek ve Mısır medeniyeti arşivlerinin ve arşiv belgelerinin özelliklerini ortaya koymak amacıyla yapılmıştır. Mısır medeniyeti ve Mısır medeniyeti arşivlerini incelemek amacıyla doküman analizi yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmada, önce Mısır medeniyetinin gelişimi ve tarihsel dönemlerinden kısaca bahsedilmekte, tarihi günümüze ulaştıran arşivin önemi ortaya konulmakta ve Mısır’a ait ilk arşivlerle başlanarak çeşitli tarihsel dönemlere ait bazı arşivler ve türlerine göre incelenmektedir.
Hydraulic and Utility Performance Evaluation of Ataye Town Water Distribution Network, Ethiopia: case for small towns in developing countries
Authors: Zewdu Shewafera  , Kinfe kassa
Published: January 2024

Evaluating hydraulic and utility performance of water distribution network is a way to check the functionality degree of a system. Water CAD software was used in developing a model and evaluating the hydraulic performance of water distribution system of Ataye Town, Amhara Region, Ethiopia. Both steady state and extended period simulation analysis were carried out to determine hydraulic parameters (pressure and velocity). The model was calibrated using Darwin Calibrator and validity was checked by both correlation coefficient and scatter plot. The utility performance was also evaluated using international water association performance indicators. The simulated result for steady state analysis showed that 68.7% of the nodes operated within optimum adopted pressure (15-60 meter) and 93% of the distribution pipes had a velocity of <0.6 m/s which was a minimum adopted velocity. For extended period simulation 34.3% during maximum demand time and 16.8% during minimum consumption hours had pressure <15meters. 10.8% had negative pressure during maximum demand hours located at Sudan, Selama, and Zigba sefer and 14 nodes (8.4%) during low consumption time had a pressure greater than 60meter, which was a maximum adopted pressure. The areas of high pressure were located at around mosque, Worku Hotel and Hamus Gebaya. The distribution system performs within the adopted pressure at minimum demand time (74.7%) and maximum consumption hours (65.1%). 23.5% of the systems had a velocity of 0.6-2 m/s and the rest had a velocity less than 0.6m/s during high demand time. During low consumption hours, 100% of the system velocity was estimated to be <0.6m/s. Based on the IWA performance indicators, water utility of Ataye Town was evaluated and had low, technical, financial, personnel, and environmental performances. Finally, the distribution system was modified and optimized by providing alternative connections with pressure reducing valves and changing pipe diameter to improve the hydraulic performance and reduce system disruption of the Town.

Keywords: Extended period simulation; Hydraulic performance; IWA Utility performance; Steady state analysis; Water CAD
Kinerja Alat Tangkap Purse Seine pada Unit Usaha KM Putri Tunggal yang Beroperasi di Perairan Teluk Bone
Authors: Febriani Hamjan Dewi
Published: January 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah Menganalisis kinerja alat tangkap purse seine pada unit usaha KM Putri Tunggal yang beroperasi di Perairan Teluk Bone berdasarkan empat aspek yaitu aspek biologi, teknis, sosial maupun ekonomi. Metode penelitian ini adalah metode survey dan deskriptif, mengambil sampel pada satu unit usaha alat tangkap purse seine dan dianalisis melalui pendekatan empat aspek kinerja (biologi, teknis, sosial dan ekonomi). Kinerja alat tangkap akan dianalisa dengan menggunakan metode Scoring. Hasil yang diperoleh secara umum menunjukkan kinerja alat tangkap purse seine pada KM Putri Tunggal berada pada kriteria cukup baik yaitu ≥50 - 75 %. Berdasarkan aspek biologi, alat tangkap purse seine memperoleh skor penilaian yang tinggi dilihat dari kriteria struktur ukuran ikan dan selektivitasnya. Berdasarkan aspek teknis, kriteria teknologi yang sederhana sejalan dengan penguasaan nelayan terhadap pengoperasian alat tangkap dengan skor yang cukup tinggi. Sementara pada aspek sosial dan ekonomi, alat tangkap purse seine memiliki skor nilai yang variatif. Alat tangkap purse seine pada unit usaha KM Putri Tunggal dinilai memberikan pendapatan kotor yang cukup menguntungkan dan penerimaan unit usaha yang bermanfaat bagi masyarakat non nelayan serta kemampuan adaptasi terhadap teknologi alat tangkap.
The Macintosh computer at 40.
Authors: Rzepa Henry
Published: January 2024

On 24th January 1984, the Macintosh computer was released, as all the media are informing us. Apparently, some are still working. I thought I would give my own personal recollections of that period. In fact, the Mac reached UK stores via a dealership only in 1985.
Things I am still wondering about generative AI + Search in 2024 - impact of semantic search, generation of answers with citations and more..
Authors: Tay Aaron
Published: January 2024

 Earlier related pieces - How Q&A systems based on large language models (eg GPT4) will change things if they become the dominant search paradigm - 9 implications for libraries  In the ever-evolving landscape of information retrieval and library science, the emergence of large language models, particularly those based on the transformer architecture like GPT-4, has opened up a Pandora's box of possibilities and challenges.
Pathophysiological and laboratory aspects of hemostatic disorders in patients with COVID-19
Authors: Đorđević Jelena , Mihaljević Olgica , Stanojević-Pirković Marijana , Isa Ardahanli , Radović Milan , Babović Batrić
Published: January 2024

Introduction/Aim. Although coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), primarily affects the respiratory system, the possibility of multisystem tissue and organ damage is not excluded. In severe forms of the disease, hematological disorders with the accompanying laboratory derangements often occur. The aim of the review was to describe and further improve our understanding of the possible pathophysiological mechanisms involved in hemostatic derangements in COVID-19 patients with accompanying laboratory findings. Material and Methods. A comprehensive investigation was conducted using keywords "COVID-19", "SARS-CoV-2", "hemostatic disturbances in COVID-19", "laboratory findings in COVID-19", in the PubMed, Google Scholar and Science Direct databases to determine the eligible studies. Results. The most recognizable laboratory findings of these disorders include increase in the concentration of D-dimer values, prolonged prothrombin time with or without slight changes in the activated partial thromboplastin time, changes in the number of platelets according to thrombocytopenia or thrombocytosis (rarely), as well as an increase in the concentration of fibrinogen, usually in the initial stages of the disease. Conclusion. The importance of COVID-19 coagulopathy is reflected in an increased mortality rate due to the high frequency of thromboembolic episodes, which can be the reason for multiorgan dysfunction syndrome.
Trend of incidence and mortality rate of other and ill-defined sites of lip, oral cavity and pharynx cancer in Central Serbia from 1999 to 2020
Authors: Ignjatović Aleksandra , Anđelković-Apostolović Marija , Stojković Branislava , Topalović Marija , Filipović Tamara , Stojanović Miodrag
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Cancer is causing death in countries with more or less economic development, and it is expected that the burden will grow worldwide, especially in countries with less developed populations, where about 82% of the global population lives. The aim of this study was to present and estimate trends in incidence, mortality rate and MIR of malignant neoplasm of otherand ill-defined sites of lip, oral cavity and pharynx cancer in Central Serbia from 1999 to 2020. Material and methods: The registry-based study was conducted using the data from the publically accessible Yearbooks of the Institute of Public Health of Serbia: Incidence and Mortality in Central Serbia, from 1999 to 2020. Joinpoint regression was used to determine the trend and annual percentage change (APC) of the incidence and mortality rate with corresponding 95% confidence intervals. Results: A total number of 558 cases (436men and 122women) of other and ill-defined lip, oral cavity and pharynx cancer sites registered in Central Serbia from 1999 to 2020. The crude rate (CR) and age-standardized rate (ASR-W) of incidence in males increased (p<0.001, for both) during the study period with APC of 4.8% and 9.0%, respectively. The crude rate (CR) and age-standardized rate (ASR-W) of mortality in males decreased (p<0.001, for both) during the study period with APC of -7.5%, and -7.2%, respectively. The mortality rate decrease was followed by the decline in MIR between 2001 and 2020 with anAPC of -5.6 (p<0.001). Conclusions: Our results reveal that the incidence of other and ill-defined lip, oral cavity and pharynx cancer sites in Central Serbia increased through the study period. The mortality rate and MIR for this cancer decreased during 22 years.
Safety issues of high school education campuses in perspective with administrators and teachers: A Siverek example
Authors: Karacabey Mehmet , Karasogut Oguzhan
Published: January 2024

Exposure to an unsafe environment jeopardizes teacher effectiveness, student learning and physical well-being. The aim of this study is to reveal the unique safety issues of two high school education campuses in Siverek, a district of Sanliurfa [Turkiye], in perspective with administrators and teachers. Under qualitative methods, researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 administrators and 12 teachers. Each interview was later transcribed into MAXQDA software for coding. Content analysis was used on the data in order to determine common phrases and general themes. Findings showed that there were off-campus and on-campus issues which threatened overall safety. Among the off-campus issues, the participants had recurring concerns about the campuses' vulnerability to external threats, transportation difficulties and infrastructure deficit, while among the on-campus issues, they focused on the uncontrollability of the campuses and the bullying and violent behaviors exhibited. Participants also made suggestions for safer campuses which included taking concrete steps towards a better landscape design and campus management. Lastly, the findings were discussed regarding their consistency with prior literature. Although this study highlights the insights to be gained about campus safety, the literature on this subject is very limited and needs more contribution.
Forming of identity in the process of inclusive education
Authors: Marković Emilija , Krulj Jelena , Lazović Nataša
Published: January 2024

The identity represents the feeling of wholeness of the personality despite the changes in the personality itself and around it. Generally, we can conclude about existing of the personal and social identity- self-concept about oneself as the unique personality in the group to which it belongs or perception of oneself in the context of mutual with the members of it's group as with differences in relations to other groups. Individuals posses many different individual and social identities depending on the importance of some social group for it in given moment. Forming of the identity is the process which begins in the childhood, even it is the most intensive in the period of adolescence. The special significance in forming of the identity have persons from the closest child's environment, primary family, then other agents of the socialization as preschool and school teachers, peers, mas medias ect. Inclusive education refers to work with children with special needs which implies social inclusion. Child enters to different social relationships which influence on their personal and social identity. Peer's groups in the kindergartens, classes in schools represent specific social communities which perform their social roles. Educational institutions relay on mutual values and patterns and help children to relate to each other in the meaningful way and to the society as a whole. The central question is what inclusion means to the individual. As the identity is relied on the self-concept, and it is mainly formed based on the picture that others have about us, acceptance of the child with special needs by other children influence to the elements of identity which is in formatting. There, the aim of this article is the analysis of the potentials of the social relationships' role in the process of inclusive education on forming of the identity and its consequences as self-respect, feeling of self-efficiency, adequate relationships with others ect.
Mathematics concept building with didactic games in a GeoGebra-empowered environment
Authors: Ljajko Eugen , Pavličić Zlatka , Ljajko Mejrima
Published: January 2024

In this study, we examine how GeoGebra software can be used for organizing a game-based learning environment and its impact on fraction concept building and the pupils' understanding of the concept. The learning/instruction process was organized in two groups of 9 to 10 years old pupils. The experimental group was offered GeoGebra game-like applets and the learning process was based on them. The control group pupils learned the same subject material in a more traditional fashion. Pupils' understanding of the concept-was assessed using results of regular tests they enrolled in the same environments they were learning. According to the results, the experimental group pupils-demonstrated better understanding of the concepts, and the difference is statistically significant. This implies that GeoGebra software-combined with the game-based learning can give-better results in building and understanding fractions at initial stages.
The wheel of games and entertainment history
Authors: Šiljak Violeta , Vajić Saša , Mihailović Igor , Savić Zvezdan
Published: January 2024

Games and entertainment, as a phenomenon, were present even in the clan community. From ritual games in the clan community, the games grew into agonistic games among the ancient Greeks, and already had an entertaining character among the ancient Romans. It is precisely the change in their character from agones to ludi, that leads us to wonder how games and entertainment have changed and developed through different eras of humanity, and not necessarily always in a positive direction. What challenges that society has faced throughout history have influenced the changing nature of games and entertainment? How did we get from Juvenal's recommendation that one should pray for a healthy mind in a healthy body to the age where computer games will find their place at the Olympic Games? Can computer games contribute to prayer for a healthy mind in a healthy body? Or is there only the prayer of loved ones for their healthy spirit and body... Has the term game lost its basic meaning over time, which refers to an action without any material gain? How important are play/game and fun/entertainment for each age group? Does fun take precedence over play? Does the NTC program of exercise through play, which is based on science, have an adequate place in modern society? Has professionalism devastated the essence of sports games? These are just a few questions from the wide range of questions this research addressed. The aim of the paper was to point out the importance of games and entertainment for society and the possible direction towards choices of games and entertainment that did not stray from ethics, our essence and us as human beings. The results of the work indicate that although the choices on an individual level are ours, the ever-faster wheel of history is leading us to dehumanization and alienation from people, play and entertainment in their basic meaning.
Quality of life of professional athletes and physically active peers: A comparative study
Authors: Zelenović Milan , Đošić Anđela , Živković Danijela , Petrović Anja , Ilbak Ismail , Stojanović Stefan , Purenović-Ivanović Tijana
Published: January 2024

Quality of life (QoL) is defined as individuals' perceptions of their position in life in the context of the culture and the value systems in which they live, and in relation to their goals, expectations, standards, and concerns. It is a multidimensional concept that represents an individual's overall satisfaction with his or her life and general sense of well-being. Regular physical activity, i.e. sport offers numerous health benefits and research has demonstrated that individuals can benefit from it whether they participate in vigorous exercise or some type of moderate health-enhancing physical activity, and thus enhance their QoL. The main objective of this research was to examine and compare the QoL of 23 male professional soccer players and 26 male PE students, aged 17-35. Their baseline characteristics (age, body height and mass, and body mass index) were established, as well as their QoL (all of four domains: 1. physical health, 2. psychological health, 3. social relationships, and 4. environment) which was assessed by WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire. The data were analyzed (descriptive statistics, Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, independent samples t-test) using SPSS 21.0, and the obtained results showed the absence of statistically significant between-group differences (p>0.05). However, slightly higher QoL values (domain 1: 17.44 vs 16.9; domain 2: 16.98 vs 16.44; domain 4: 16.04 vs 15.56) were recorded in professional soccer players; only in the case of domain 3 (social relationships) PE students scored better (16.5 vs 16.17). Overall, both samples are satisfied with their QoL and general health (soccer players: 16.61, PE students: 16.46), which could indicate once more indisputable benefits of sport and physical activity in general.
Postural status of the spinal column in young rhythmic gymnasts
Authors: Lukić Nevena , Veličković Verica , Đorđević Stefan , Živković Danijela , Đošić Anđela , Sterkowicz-Przybycień Katarzyna , Stojanović Stefan , Purenović-Ivanović Tijana
Published: January 2024

Numerous studies highlight the beneficial effects of physical activity on children's and adolescents' health in all areas, and it is commonly known that regular sports participation enhances motor skills and has a major impact on physical development and posture. However, asymmetric physical exercises, unique to a certain sport, such as rhythmic gymnastics (RG), can cause aberrant curvatures of the spine, particularly during times of rapid growth and development. The main research objective is to determine the type and prevalence of postural disorders of the spine in sagittal and frontal plane in 48 young female rhythmic gymnasts (RGs), aged 6 to 18, as well as to examine the differences between 25 juvenile and 23 adolescent RGs. Their baseline characteristics (age, body height and mass, and body mass index) were established, as well as their spine curvature status (kyphosis, lordosis, and thoracic and lumbar scoliosis, in °) by means of the SpinalMouse® device. The data were analyzed (descriptive statistics, Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, ANOVA, Chi-square test) using SPSS 21.0. Research results showed that large percentage of RGs had postural disorders in the sagittal (64.6%), and also in the frontal plane (77.1%), noting that postural disorders are more prevalent in juvenile RGs (72% and 76% in the sagittal and the frontal plane, respectively), and flat back is a common spinal posture disorder in RGs. When comparing the sizes of the spinal column curvatures of juvenile and adolescent RGs, statistically significant differences exist only when it comes to kyphosis (p=0.037), and that "in favor" of the older subsample. Such results (presence of lordotic, scoliotic and minor presence of kyphotic posture) are not surprising if we take into account the technical and tactical requirements of RG which belongs to a group of asymmetric sports-RGs have stronger extensors than trunk flexors which leads to absence of kyphotic and an increase of lordotic posture; also, RG is a sport of asymmetric spine loading because of unilateral hip flexibility in various conditions, which explains the large prevalence of scoliotic posture among RGs.
Degradation of mountainous beech forests (Fagetum moesiacae montanum B. Jov. 1953) in the southwest Serbia
Authors: Rakonjac Ljubinko , Popović Vladan , Ćirković-Mitrović Tatjana , Stajić Snežana , Stojanović Vanja , Lučić Aleksandar
Published: January 2024

The degradation of mountainous beech forests in various habitat conditions in the territory of southwest Serbia is presented in this paper. Various forms of degradation on limestone and acid siliceous rocks are especially highlighted. Considering the different conditions relating to the parent rock and soil characteristics, the phases of degradation differ significantly. The research area is the wider area of Peštersko-sjenički plateau with the slopes of the surrounding mountains, so it can be said that it represents southwest Serbia.
The influence of urban and suburban environmental conditions on the morphological characteristics of european beech leaves in the Belgrade area
Authors: Ćirković-Mitrović Tatjana , Brašanac-Bosanac Ljiljana , Hadrović Sabahudin , Eremija Saša , Češljar Goran , Konatar Bojan , Jovanović Filip
Published: January 2024

The research of morphological characteristics of leaves in urban and suburban conditions of the city of Belgrade has been carried out in this paper, in order to determine whether there is significant difference of these parameters on trees in urban and suburban zone of the city, i.e. the influence of urban and suburban environmental conditions on morphological characteristics of beech leaves in the territory of Belgrade. The research was performed on two sites in the territory of the city of Belgrade: Natural monument "Faculty of Forestry Arboretum" (urban zone) and "Area of Outstanding Natural Landscape Avala" (suburban zone). All the average values of the morphological parameters of leaves sampled in Arboretum are larger and show significant difference compared to morphological parameters of leaves sampled on Avala. This can be explained, besides the origin of the seeds, by the fact that the trees growing in Arboretum are protected from the negative anthropogenic influence and agrotechnical measures are regularly applied, in contrast to the beech trees in the natural stand of submontane beech forest on Avala, which does not have such protection.
Forest fire risk mapping in the Municipality of Boljevac
Authors: Dimitrijević Tatjana , Ratknić Mihailo , Đorđević Goran , Hadrović Sabahudin
Published: January 2024

The research was conducted in the Municipality of Boljevac, which geographically belongs to Eastern Serbia - Timočka Krajina, and administratively to the Zaječar District. Forest protection from fires in this area is of great importance as it can pose a threat. Spatial data within the Geodatabase are organised into the following thematic units: orographic characteristics (altitude, aspect, slope, soil erosion index, heat degrees by altitude, and thermal coordinates of aspect and slope), climate data (mean annual air temperatures, mean annual precipitation), geological and soil characteristics, vegetation (forest types, forest stands by degree of degradation, forest stands by age), fuel material (dead wood and stumps, forest edge on the boundary of forests/non-forests), isokeraunic map, human impact (human factor - human risk, history of fires and its impact on forest fire vulnerability, accessibility of the forest complex and hydrographic data, degree of organisation of areas designated for tourist and recreational activities, other biotechnical measures of protection). Based on 973,152 Geodatabase records grouped into 30,411 homogeneous units, zones were identified based on the degree of vulnerability to forest fires. An analysis of all parameters that affect the degree of vulnerability to varying extents revealed that 33.01% of the total forest area belongs to the first degree of vulnerability - very high vulnerability, 37.10% to the second degree - high vulnerability, while the third degree - moderate vulnerability is represented on 22.02% of the area, and the fourth degree - low vulnerability on 7.87% of the area. The fifth degree - no vulnerability to forest fires was not observed in the Municipality of Boljevac.
Traditional medicinal use of silver birch in the Pirot District (Serbia)
Authors: Marković Marija , Nikolić Biljana , Pljevljakušić Dejan , Rakonjac Ljubinko , Braunović Sonja , Jovanović Filip , Stankov-Jovanović Vesna
Published: January 2024

A total of 631 informants were surveyed on the knowledge and use of medicinal plants, in the four municipalities of the Pirot District. Betula pendula (silver birch) was mentioned by 11 respondents for the following applications: against urinary tract inflammation, kidney and bladder diseases, gastric bacteria, kidney and bile sand, kidney and urinary tract diseases, prostate disease, proteins in the urine, and for kidney and urinary tract regeneration. The medicinal uses of silver birch leaves against gastric bacteria, as well as the use of the juice from birch tree for kidney and urinary tract regeneration can be considered novelties in our research because they were not mentioned in previously published ethnobotanical papers on the Balkans.