bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Enigmatic tsunami waves amplified by repetitive source events in the southwest of Torishima Island, Japan
Authors: Sandanbata Osamu , Satake Kenji , Takemura Shunsuke , Watada Shingo , Maeda Takuto
Published: October 2023

On 9 October 2023 (JST), mysterious tsunamis with a maximum wave height
of 60 cm were observed in Izu Islands and southwestern Japan, although
only seismic events of body-wave magnitudes mb 4–5 have been documented
in the southwest of Torishima Island. To investigate the source process,
we analyze tsunami waveforms recorded by an array network of
ocean-bottom pressure gauges. A stacked waveform of 16 records suggests
recurrent arrivals of multiple wave trains. Deconvolution of the stacked
waveform by a tsunami waveform from the first event revealed over 10
source events that intermittently generated tsunamis for
~1.5 hours. The temporal history of this sequence
corresponds to the origin times of T-phases estimated by an ocean-bottom
seismometer, and the mb 4–5 seismic swarm, implying a common origin.
Larger events later in the sequence occurred at intervals comparable to
the tsunami wave period, causing amplification of later phases of the
tsunami waves.
Lead-free piezoelectric ceramics - an electroactive material that provides electrical stimulation cues for bone regeneration
Authors: Jin Zhengyang , Lu Bingheng , Xu Yan , Zhang Xujing
Published: October 2023

Experimental evidence shows that natural bone is piezoelectric, and
bioelectric phenomena in natural bone play an essential role in bone
development and bone defect repair. Piezoelectric ceramics can deform with
physiological movements and consequently deliver electrical stimulation to
cells or damaged tissue without the need for an external power source. They
exhibit piezoelectricity and good biological properties similar to those of
natural bone and have shown great potential in bone tissue engineering. This
study aims to present an overview of the relationship between electrical
stimulation and bone repair as well as the principle of the piezoelectric
effect, emphasizing the material characteristics, research progress and
application of piezoelectric ceramics in bone tissue regeneration. The
limitations of piezoelectric ceramics in promoting osteogenesis by
electrical stimulation were also analysed. Overall, this review
comprehensively emphasized the essential characteristics of piezoelectric
ceramics and pointed out the new direction for the future development of
piezoelectric ceramics.
Thermal fatigue characteristics of 8Y2O3-ZrO2, La2Zr2O7, La2(Zr0.7Ce0.3)2O7 and La2Ce2O7 thermal barrier coatings in duplex, multilayer functionally graded and multilayer configurations
Authors: Pasupuleti Kirti , Vattappara Kevin , Gomes Sylvester , Ramaswamy Parvati
Published: October 2023

La2Zr2O7, La2(Zr0.7Ce0.3)2O7 and La2Ce2O7 pyrochlore plasma sprayable powders
were synthesized and plasma spray coated on steel plates with NiCrAlY bond
coat. Three different configurations were used: duplex, multilayer
functionally graded and multilayer, with different combinations of
commercial 8% yttria stabilized zirconia (8YSZ) and NiCrAlY (bond coat)
layers. The prepared coatings were compared with the standard duplex 8YSZ
thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) with a goal to study their suitability to
serve as TBCs. TBCs? layer thicknesses and interfaces were studied via SEM
on polished cross section metallographic samples removed from the spray
coated TBCs. Thermal fatigue resistance was evaluated by directing a gas
flame on the ceramic surface at 1200 and 1400 ?C, followed by its rapid
withdrawal and forced cooling by pedestal fan. The maximum number of thermal
shock cycles the coatings could withstand before failure was determined. The
multilayered TBCs with lanthanum cerate composition stacked with 8YSZ
exhibited the superior thermal fatigue resistance characteristics compared
to all other studied TBCs. The findings were correlated with the crystalline
phases of the ceramic coatings, obtained via XRD, and discussed in the light
of existing literature.
An investigation about the mechanical and corrosion properties of cordierite based ceramic composites
Authors: Parlak Tuğba , Ercenk Ediz , Akyol Abdülkadir , Ceylan Sevcan , Demirkiran Ayşe
Published: October 2023

One of the essential phases in the MgO-Al2O3-SiO2 (MAS) system, cordierite,
has the chemical formula 2MgO? 2 Al2O3 ? 5 SiO2. Therefore, cordierite is
generally produced from natural raw materials by liquid phase sintering. In
this study, dense cordierite and cordierite-based/ZrO2 ceramic composites
were produced economically from natural zeolite at a temperature as low as
1250 ?C. Phase analyses with XRD and microstructure examinations with
SEM/FESEM were performed. The hot salt corrosion behaviour of ZrSiO4
crystals in a cordierite matrix was also tested. It was determined that the
addition of ZrO2 to reduce the average grain size had a positive effect on
wear and corrosion resistance. Density, porosity, hardness, flexural
strength and wear behaviour of the cordierite-based/ZrO2 ceramic composites
were determined. In addition, the hardness values of the zirconia free
sample, the samples containing 10 and 20 wt.% zirconia were measured as
11.29, 12.60 and 12.91GPa, respectively, while the specific wear rates were
identified as 5.097 ? 10?3, 6.302 ? 10?6 and 3.393 ? 10?7 mm3/Nm,
respectively. The hardness increased and the wear resistance changed with
the addition of zirconia.
Antioxidants from Bauhinia and Future Research Gap
Authors: H Shahzad
Published: October 2023

Flower buds of Bauhinia are utilized as a human means of nourishment, and the stem and leaves serve as feed for livestock across the world. This chapter highlights the medicinal importance of various parts of Bauhinia plants. Bauhinia plants’ edible regions are an excellent source of phytochemicals that have notable potential as antioxidants. Various phytochemical compounds that include Saponins, glycosides (kaempferol-3-glucoside), cardiac glycosides, sterols (β-sitosterol), tannins, phenolics, alkaloids, terpenoids (Lupeol), quinones, flavanones and flavonoids reside in these plants. These plants exhibit powerful potential as antioxidants for lipid-reducing, metal-reducing, free radical scavenging activities and metal-chelating. These also demonstrate an encouraging impact on glutathione peroxidase activity, an antioxidant enzyme. Moreover, they inhibit tyrosinase activity. Moreover decreased the levels of different liver markers (ALT, AST and ALP), and antioxidant enzymes and shift them to normal levels. Among the several Bauhinia genus species that have been explored for their antioxidant potential and phytochemical constitution, Bauhinia variegata seeds, leaves and florets have superior antioxidant and phytochemical properties. Other Bauhinia genus species that are packed with antioxidants and phytochemicals include Bauhinia vahlii, Bauhinia strychnifolia Craib, Bauhinia rufescens, Bauhinia racemosa and Bauhinia purpurea. Moreover, many factors influence the anti-oxidant potential of medicinal plants but up to the study of the year 2023, only the impact of solvent on the Bauhinia species’ antioxidant potential has been studied, it is a necessity that upcoming research must focus on the research on remaining factors for maximum yield of antioxidants from this antioxidant-rich plant. The antioxidant capacity and phytochemical composition of Bauhinia plants render them the most suitable candidates for use in therapeutics and dietary supplements.
La atención hospitalaria de Navarra en respuesta a la pandemia por SARS-CoV-2. Hospitalización a domicilio del Hospital Universitario de Navarra en la respuesta a la pandemia por COVID-19.
Authors: Ruiz Castellano María , Méndez López Iván , Mariñelarena Huarriz Ana , Pulido Fontes Marta , Petrina Jáuregui Estrella , Ibero Esparza Carlos
Published: October 2023

La hospitalización a domicilio (HAD) es una alternativa asistencial del Área de Salud de Pamplona consistente en un modelo organizativo capaz de dispensar a pacientes en su propio domicilio un conjunto de actividades y cuidados sanitarios con complejidad, intensidad y duración comparables a los de una hospitalización convencional cuando todavía precisan de una vigilancia activa y una asistencia compleja. Ante el incremento progresivo de ingresos en el Hospital Universitario de Navarra (HUN) y las previsiones existentes para las siguientes semanas, el lunes 9 de marzo de 2020 se decide crear dentro de la unidad de HAD del HUN una unidad específica centrada en COVID-19 y que, por tanto, entra en el dispositivo de atención a los pacientes con infección por COVID-19. Debido al incremento progresivo en el número de ingresos hospitalarios, el día 26 de marzo el Servicio Navarro de Salud-Osasunbidea (SNS-O) decide medicalizar el hotel Iruña Park con el objetivo de incrementar el número de camas hospitalarias disponibles. En este documento se expone la actividad realizada en las tres primeras olas por la unidad de HAD del HUN en la atención domiciliaria y en la primera ola en el hotel medicalizado.
Gestión de personal en el Servicio Navarro de Salud-Osasunbidea durante la pandemia de COVID-19
Authors: Ardaiz Labairu Pedro
Published: October 2023

Afrontar la pandemia por COVID-19 en el ámbito de la gestión de personal del Servicio Navarro de Salud-Osasunbidea, ha supuesto hacer frente a un empeoramiento de la falta de personal sanitario, derivado tanto del aumento de la carga de trabajo que genera la pandemia, como de la disminución del personal sanitario disponible como consecuencia del impacto que la propia enfermedad produce en dicho personal. Las herramientas utilizadas para garantizar la adecuada asistencia sanitaria han consistido en cambios legislativos que han permitido a los servicios de personal adoptar medidas para garantizar el normal funcionamiento del sistema sanitario y además hacerlo compatible con las nuevas medidas de salud pública adoptadas para evitar la propagación de la pandemia. Las medidas adoptadas se pueden agrupar, por una parte, en medidas para reforzar el personal sanitario mediante la contratación excepcional de residentes sin plaza, especialistas de países no miembros de la Unión Europea con titulación sin homologar, estudiantes de medicina y enfermería y por último reincorporación de profesionales sanitarios ya jubilados, así como puesta a disposición del personal sanitario de las mutuas. Por otro lado, en medidas extraordinarias por su duración o naturaleza a imponer al personal sanitario como: encomiendas de funciones distintas al puesto de trabajo, cambios geográficos entre distintos centros o departamentos, y medidas en materia de jornada y descanso con revocación o denegación de permisos, licencias, vacaciones y reducciones de jornada. Junto a estas medidas orientadas a reforzar y garantizar el funcionamiento del sistema sanitario, también se adoptaron otras de tipo organizativo relacionadas con la protección de la salud pública, como son el teletrabajo, la cancelación de cursos, viajes y actividades formativas y la habilitación para alojamiento del personal sanitario de hoteles para uso sanitario.
a prevención de riesgos laborales en el SNS-O: Protección frente a la COVID-19, vacunación y cuidado emocional de profesionales sanitarios
Authors: Asenjo Belén , Pascual Jorge , Álvarez Susana , Obanos María , Bravo Begoña , Sada Albaro , Mollov Asan
Published: October 2023

a prevención de riesgos laborales en el SNS-O: Protección frente a la COVID-19, vacunación y cuidado emocional de profesionales sanitarios
Pembinaan Keterampilan Menulis Huruf Hijaiyah Bagi Anak Usia Sekolah Dasar Di Desa Tumbang Nusa
Authors: Rafika Duri  , Inayah Syar Nur , Wahdah Nurul
Published: October 2023

Community service activities aim to provide skill development in writing hijayah letters, in the training it is carriesd out at the Nurul Huda Mousque fallen village nusa and in collaboration with SDN Bereng Kajang-1 where students need additional study hours, especially in Islamic Relegion education. The method used in this service program is the Service Learning (SL) service method, which is a way of learning that priorotizws relationships between positive and Meaningful behavior in society with the aim of benefiting oneself and getting used to being kind to others. The result of this dedication show that students at SDN Bereng Kajng-1 who took part in additional learning at the Nurl Huda Mousque experienced good development, which of the students who did not know hijayah letters could now write hijayah letters and be able to say the names of various types hijayah letters. This of course also has a positive impact on schools, because with the additional hours of activities students who cannot get the maximum Islamic learning at their school can get it in the extra hours carried out by KKN-AM students
Pengaruh Jenis dan Konsentrasi Pupuk Fe Terhadap Pertumbuhan Tomat ‘Red Beefsteak’
Authors: Sitompul Kiki Nuratni , Kusumiyati  , Mubarok Syariful
Published: October 2023

Tanaman tomat beef merupakan salah satu komoditas hortikultura yang memiliki nilai ekonomis tinggi namun rentan terhadap penyakit. Selain itu diperlukan modal yang besar untuk menghasilkan buah dengan kuantitas dan kualitas yang baik. Penggunaan tomat beef varietas Red Beefsteak dan pemupukan dengan pupuk Fe mampu menghasilkan buah tomat beef yang berkualitas namun dengan modal yang terjangkau. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendapatkan jenis dan konsentrasi pupuk Fe yang menghasilkan pertumbuhan tanaman tomat Red Beefsteak yang maksimal. Jenis pupuk yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah FeSO4, Fe-EDDHA, Fe-EDTA sedangkan konsentrasi masing-masing pupuk adalah 50 mg/L, 100 mg/L dan 150 mg/L. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Rancangan Acak Kelompok yang terdiri dari 9 perlakuan dan kontrol, masing-masing 3 ulangan. Parameter pertumbuhan yang diamati meliputi tinggi tanaman, jumlah daun, diameter batang, umur berbunga, umur panen, jumlah bunga, jumlah buah dan persentase fruit set dan indeks klorofil daun. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ketiga jenis pupuk Fe dan beberapa konsentrasinya mempengaruhi beberapa parameter pertumbuhan tanaman. Pupuk FeSO4 dengan konsentrasi 50 mg/L memberikan pengaruh terbaik terhadap tinggi tanaman, diameter batang, jumlah bunga dan jumlah buah, sehingga dapat diaplikasikan untuk peningkatan produksi tomat.
Comparative Analysis of Stock Prices, Abnormal Return, Cumulative Abnormal Return, and Trading Volume Activity in the Indonesia Stock Exchange: An Event Study of the Russia-Ukraine War
Authors: Sari Eliza Lukita , Ismail Tubagus , Geraldina Ira
Published: October 2023

The Russia-Ukraine war has captured international attention and raised concerns about its potential implications on global financial markets. This study aimed to investigate the interplay between geopolitical events, market reactions within the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), and the market efficiency of the IDX. The study employed event study methodology and analyzed changes in stock prices, abnormal returns, cumulative abnormal returns, and trading volume activity. The sample comprised 53 companies in the energy sector and 57 companies in the food and beverage sector listed on the IDX. The analysis focused on data from 10 days before and after three Russia-Ukraine conflict-related events, namely (1) the announcement of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the 24th of February 2022, (2) the announcement of an oil import embargo on Russia by the European Union on the 31st of May 2022, and (3) the announcement of the first wheat export ship’s departure from the port of Odesa on the 1st of August 2022. Both paired sample t-tests and paired sample Wilcoxon signed rank tests were conducted to assess the statistical significance of differences in the means of paired samples. The findings revealed significant differences in average stock prices before and after all three events in the energy sector. However, only events 2 and 3 displayed significant differences in average abnormal returns and cumulative abnormal returns. Moreover, events 1 and 3 exhibited significant differences in average trading volume activity. In the food and beverage sector, a significant difference in average stock prices was observed before and after event 2, while all three events presented significant differences in average abnormal returns and cumulative abnormal returns. Furthermore, event 3 showed a significant difference in average trading volume activity. These findings indicated that the IDX displayed varying reactions to different Russia-Ukraine conflict-related events. Notably, events involving multiple countries or entities exerted a greater impact on the energy and food and beverage sectors within the IDX, leading to more pronounced market reactions. Additionally, the findings suggested that the IDX exhibited a semi-strong form of market efficiency.
Санкционная адаптация и государственная поддержка экспортеров-импортеров Самарской области: постшоковое развитие
Authors: Хмелева Галина , Курникова Марина , Чиркунова Екатерина
Published: October 2023

Цель исследования- оценить "здоровье" участников внешнеэкономической деятельности Самарской области, влияние санкций на масштабы и перспективы осуществления ими экспортно-импортных операций, эффективность применяемых мер государственной поддержки экспорта в регионе. В исследовании сделаны выводы по результатам опроса и предложены рекомендации для федеральных и региональных властей.
PENGEMBANGAN BUKU SAKU BERBASIS ETNOBOTANI SUKU MELAYU PADA SUB MATERI ZAT ADITIF KELAS VIII SMP
Authors: Tania Rahmayana Dwi , Sunandar Ari , Rahayu Hanum Mukti
Published: October 2023

From the results of interviews with teachers at the IT Baitul Qur'an junior high school, information was obtained that in carrying out learning, teachers used textbooks and worksheets to convey the sub-material of additives. However, these teaching materials have several shortcomings, such as material that is difficult to understand, explanations that are incomplete, and do not display information or examples on the material being explained. This research aims to produce a pocket book media based on the ethnobotany of the Malay tribe of West Kalimantan on the sub-material of additives for class VIII junior high school. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D), with the Alessi and Trolip development model. This research stage has three stages, namely planning, design and development. The results of the research show that the pocket book media based on the ethnobotany of the West Kalimantan Malay tribe that was developed obtained a feasibility score on the media aspect of 92.50% (very valid), the material aspect of 91.67% (very valid), and the linguistic aspect of 90.48 % (very valid). Meanwhile, the results of students' responses to the pocket book based on ethnobotany of the Malay tribe of West Kalimantan obtained a score of 90.14% with very strong criteria. Therefore, it can be concluded that the ethnobotany-based pocket book media that was developed is very suitable for use and received a positive response from students.
The Innovative Business Model Design of Mugwort Industry Based on Grounded Theory
Authors:   Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia., Ding Yali , Ibrahim Muhammad Azman ,   Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Alam, Malaysia., Yang Lanlan ,   Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sabah, Malaysia.
Published: October 2023

Mugwort (Artemisia Argyi), is a herbaceous perennial plant. Mugwort and mugwort products have a very broad prospect of domestic and international market demand. However, the mugwort industry only has scale advantage but no competitive advantages, which has greatly affected the development of the mugwort industry. Based on the grounded theory, this paper conducted various research methods, such as visiting and reviewing a large amount of literature related to the mugwort industry for tertiary coding analysis in order to explore the key points in the design of innovative business models for the mugwort industry. The results of the study show that the innovative business model can be developed in four aspects: product proposition, sales proposition, value proposition, and brand building. From this basis, the corresponding optimisation path options are proposed. It is expected that the results of this study will help enterprises and sectors related to the mugwort industry to have a better understanding of the solutions to existing problems, as well as create high-value products and services effectively, so that the mugwort industry can embark on an intensive, efficient and healthy development path.
Alice guy, el hada de las películas
Authors: Noriega Eva
Published: October 2023

Reseña a Alice Guy (2021). Memorias 1783-1968. Banda Propia, 300 páginas

Memorias 1873-1968 de Alice Guy describe el recorrido de su vida por la industria del cine. El libro cuenta además con el texto de Tiziana Panizza, quien interpreta su obra como perteneciente al cine temprano y lo estudia como cine experimental. Propone que la historia del cine debe ser reescrita de forma constante. Se mencionan las formas en que la cineasta fue marginalizada de la historia del cine en el pasado y se incluyen las miradas que sitúan a las películas de Alice Guy en un contexto de valoración y generan nuevas lecturas y enfoques sobre el cine temprano y sus películas.
CHILD WITH AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER: CARE AND CHALLENGES
Authors: Marukyan Vera
Published: October 2023

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a multifaceted neurodevelopmental condition, presenting unique challenges for children and their families. Characterized by a wide spectrum of symptoms and challenges, autism presents a unique set of demands on caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals. The journey of raising an autistic child is a multifaceted one, requiring a deep understanding of the child's needs, strengths, and potential. In this article, we embark on an exploration of the intricate care and challenges that accompany raising an autistic child, while also shedding light on the recent scientific advancements that have transformed our approach to this condition. This article explores the care and challenges associated with raising autistic children, incorporating recent scientific advancements.

The purpose of this article is to provide a comprehensive overview of the care and challenges associated with raising an autistic child, while also highlighting the scientific advancements that have shaped suggested approach to autism care. The critical areas such as early diagnosis and intervention, the role of Individualized Education Plans, sensory sensitivities, family support, and the transformative potential of advancements in assistive technologies will delve into within the frame of this paper.

Understanding the unique needs of autistic children and addressing their challenges requires a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge base. Autism is a condition that manifests differently in each individual, and recent scientific advancements have greatly expanded our insight into its complexities. By navigating the evolving landscape of autism research and care, it is possible to provide more effective support to children with autism and their families.
FEATURES OF WORKING CAPACITY PERFORMANCE OF JUNIOR SCHOOLCHILDREN IN STUDYING THE “CHESS” SUBJECT
Authors: Khachatryan Armine , Sargsyan Anzhela
Published: October 2023

The article demonstrates the experimental research results' analysis which was organized and carried out in 2022 by the psychologists of the “Chess” Scientific Research Institute. The research is aimed at revealing the level of performance of the working capacity components for chess-studying schoolchildren. It is noteworthy that the sample of the research includes children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), who were one group of participants. The experimental research was carried out by applying the "Landolt rings" methodology included in the "Egoscope" psychological analysis and testing complex. The analysis of the results demonstrated the following:

Students with Special Educational Needs, who showed low academic progress, as a result of the experiment demonstrated a high index of endurance, as well as students with high and medium academic progress.

The indicators of the reliability of the average work precision and working capacity, as well as the average efficiency level, are also the same among students with high, medium and low academic progress.

The results of information processing are medium for students with low and medium progress and high for students with high progress.
Experiencias tóxicas y género en la conflictividad socioambiental: Un análisis del liderazgo femenino para el caso chileno
Authors: Castillo Mayarí
Published: October 2023

En este artículo se analizan los procesos de conflictividad frente a las desigualdades para el caso chileno, enfocándose en su dimensióń socioecológica. Muestra resultados de una investigación cualitativa de cuatro años realizada en 5 territorios sometidos a altos niveles de degradación ambiental: Alto Loa, Arica, Bajos de Mena, Ventanas y Boyeco. A través de una metodología etnográfica, se analizan los procesos a través de los cuales las personas perciben esta dimensión de la desigualdad y van construyendo una gramática al respecto, considerando que son espacios en los que la intersección de variables que configuran las posiciones de desventaja adquiere una violencia tal que amenaza la vida misma y la del entorno. Para esto se analiza en particular el rol de las lideresas socioambientales de los territorios en la construcción de gramáticas de la desigualdad, mostrando cómo la trayectoria del conflicto se va imbricando con hitos fundamentales de su biografía personal, transformando sus identidades en el largo plazo.
Prediction modeling using deep learning for the classification of grape-type dried fruits
Authors: Raihen Md Nurul , Akter Sultana
Published: October 2023

Dried grapes (or Raisins) are among the most frequently grown and consumed cereal crops worldwide. They are also an important source of nutrition and nourishment in a variety of countries including Türkiye, the United States, Greece, etc. In addition to that, raisins consist of 15% water, 79% carbs (including 4% fiber), 3% protein, and very little fat. In our study, there were a total of 900 raisin grains used, with 450 pieces from each type: Kecimen and Besni raisin. Seven morphological features were taken from these images after going through several steps of pre-processing. Since machine learning algorithms can analyze large datasets quickly, automatic classification is made possible. With enough training and testing, machine learning models can attain a high degree of precision in classifying raisin grains. They are able to detect variations in size, shape, color, and texture that would be difficult for humans to detect consistently. Eleven machine learning and five different types of artificial intelligence have been used to classify these features. As part of this study, we look into different machine learning and deep learning methods: GaussianNB, Decision Tree, K-Nearest Neighbor, Random Forest, Support vector machine (SVM), XGBoost, LightGBM, and AdaBoost, Logistic Regression, Artificial Neural Network and Deep Learning Network. Study efficacy is evaluated using standard metrics as F1 score and ROC area under the curve (AUC). Using the caret, H2O, neuralnet, and keras packages, AdaBoost and LightGBM, two of the fourteen models, achieve an accuracy of 90.30% and 98.40%, respectively, and a ROC curve score of around 90%.
Serum cytokine and chemokine profiles of patients with confirmed bacterial and viral meningitis
Authors: Caragheorgheopol Ramona , Țucureanu Cătălin , Lazăr Veronica , Caraș Iuliana
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cytokines and chemokines have been reported by several studies as useful markers to discriminate bacterial and viral meningitis (BM and VM). This study aimed to investigate if serum cytokine and chemokine profiles could also differentiate BM from VM, thus circumventing the need for an invasive lumbar puncture.

Methods: Serum cytokines and chemokines were measured in 153 samples from patients with BM (n=58), VM (n=69), and controls (C, n=26) using multiplex assays. Cytokine and chemokine concentrations were compared among groups, correlation analyses were performed, and BM and VM cases classification based on cytokine and chemokine patterns was tested using a Machine Learning algorithm.

Results: IL-8, IL-1β, IL-6, IL-10, TNF-α, MCP-1, and ENA-78 showed a pronounced increase in the BM group compared to C (P<0.01). Comparison of cytokines and chemokines in BM vs. VM showed significantly higher levels of MCP-1, IL-8, IL-1β, IL-6 and IL-10 (P<0.01). Serum cytokine and chemokine concentrations were highly correlated in BM, being strongest for: MCP-1/IL-8, MCP-1/IL-1β, and IL-8/IL-1β (r=0.83; r=0.72; r=0.78, respectively). In VM, cytokine and chemokine correlations were weaker. The best predictors in the cytokine and chemokine pattern identified with a Random Forest algorithm for classifying BM vs VM were IL-8 and IL-10, and IL-6, but the specificity and sensitivity were low (85% and 69%, respectively).

Conclusion: Our results suggest significant changes in serum IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, and IL-1β in BM, but these mediators may have limited value in differentiating BM from VM.
The Use of CPTU and DMT Methods to Determine Soil Deformation Moduli—Perspectives and Limitations
Authors: Młynarek Z. , Wierzbicki J. , Lunne T.
Published: October 2023

The article presents the concept of determining constrained modulus—M0
, initial shear modulus—G0
, Young modulus—E, and rigidity index—IR
on the basis of parameters from static penetration tests CPTU (Piezocone Penetration Testing), SCPTU (Seismic Piezocone Penetration Testing) and dilatometer tests DMT (Flat Dilatometer Test), SDMT (Seismic Flat Dilatometer Test). The basis for constructing the empirical relationships between the mentioned modules and parameters from the CPTU and DMT studies was to determine the factors that affect these relationships. The article discusses the impact of the following factors; geological and geotechnical conditions, conditions of recording measurements in CPTU and DMT tests, factors relating to the CPTU and DMT testing methods, factors affecting reference parameters from laboratory tests, factors related to subsoil properties. The basis for obtaining the empirical relationships for determining the analyzed modules and rigidity index were extensive research of the soils of various origins, in Poland. Measurement uncertainties and factors influencing the recorded parameters in the CPTU study were documented by the studies of the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute and the former Department of Geotechnics of the Agricultural University in Poznań. In these studies, penetrometers from several reputable manufacturers were used. The article summarizes the established empirical relationships for individual modules, taking into account the effect of overconsolidation. It also comments on the interrelationship between constrained modulus M0
from CPTU and DMT test for soils in Poland.
Fotografi Konseptual sebagai Media Representasi Sikap Masyarakat Lokal Terhadap Fenomena Udan Salah Mangsa
Authors: Kusrini Kusrini , Susanto Anom Purnomo Aji
Published: October 2023

Artikel ini memuat hasil penelitian tentang fotografi konseptual yang digunakan sebagai media representasi sikap masyarakat lokal terhadap fenomena hujan di musim yang salah (udan salah mangsa). Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan fotografis untuk memahami fenomena udan salah mangsa dalam perspektif masyarakat lokal. Bagaimana masyarakat merespon anomali hujan dan peristiwa alam yang ada di lingkungannya dalam kaitan dengan isu perubahan iklim. Pendekatan penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan metode penyelesaian masalah penelitian dilakukan melalui proses berpikir kreatif dengan landasan pemikiran tentang seni konsep, fotografi konseptual, serta representasi. Adapun hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa fotografi konseptual udan salah mangsa merupakan media yang tepat untuk merepresentasikan sikap masyarakat lokal terhadap fenomena anomali hujan. Bangunan utama dalam penciptaan fotografi konseptual yaitu konsep dan ketrampilan fotografi, berhasil diolah secara kuat dan sebagian telah diwujudkan dalam purwarupa karya visual foto konsep. Konsep yang kuat dapat diperoleh melalui pengumpulan data dari berbagai sumber agar akurat serta pemahaman tentang fotografi yang baik sehingga karya diharapkan memiliki daya ganggu kognitif sehingga muncul kesadaran terhadap kondisi lingkungan alam. Conceptual Photography as Representation Media of Local Communities in Responding The Rains in The Wrong Season Phenomena. This article contains the results of research on conceptual photography which is used as a media to represent local people's attitudes towards the phenomenon of rain in the wrong season (udan salah mangsa). This research uses a photographic approach to understand the phenomenon of udan salah mangsa from the local community perspective. How do people respond to rain anomalies and natural events in their environment, including in relation to the issue of climate change. The research approach used is qualitative with the method of solving research problems carried out through a process of creative thinking with the basis of ideas about concept art, conceptual photography, and representation. The results of the study show that conceptual photography of udan salah mangsa is an appropriate medium to represent local people's attitudes towards the rain anomaly phenomenon. The main building blocks in the creation of conceptual photography, namely the concept and skills of photography, have been successfully processed and some of them have been embodied in prototypes of visual concept photo works. A strong concept can be obtained through collecting data from various sources so that it is accurate as well as a good understanding of photography so that works are expected to have cognitive interference so that awareness of natural environmental conditions arises.
Décoloniser la spiritualité : une démarche à intégrer dans le processus de décolonisation de l’éducation
Authors: Boelen Virginie
Published: October 2023

La spiritualité est une composante essentielle de l’identité autochtone. Ainsi, dans une optique d’intégration des perspectives autochtones en éducation, on s’attend à ce qu’elle soit prise en compte au sein même des apprentissages et selon une approche holistique. Or, cette dimension essentielle de notre humanité est souvent incomprise et mise de côté, voire tabou au Québec et dans beaucoup de pays occidentaux. De ce fait se pose la question suivante : comment engager un processus de vérité et de réconciliation envers les Peuples autochtones si l’éducation occidentale éloigne les Allochtones du sens spirituel ? Aussi, la première étape serait de clarifier un tel concept, ce qui a été le cas d’une recherche doctorale dont le but était de développer une proposition éducative holistique visant la reconnexion du jeune à la Terre-Mère. Cet article présente une caractérisation du concept de spiritualité et les apports de sa prise en compte en éducation. À partir de deux cas au Québec traduisant l’inconfort au regard de la prise en compte de la spiritualité dans l’intégration des perspectives autochtones en éducation, l’analyse des causes attribuables à cet état mène au constat de la nécessité de décoloniser un tel concept. Nous finirons avec des avenues permettant de remédier à cet écueil afin de mieux répondre aux appels à l’action de la Commission de vérité et réconciliation (CVR) du Canada. Car, comme le rapport de cette Commission le souligne, « la guérison et la réconciliation ont une dimension spirituelle » (CVR, 2015, p. 243).
Evaluation of the Histological Changes as Effect of Type 2 Diabetic Mellitus on the Oral Epithelium (Buccal Mucosa and Gingiva)
Authors: N. Mustafa Mahmood , A. Mahdi Shaymaa , I. Seddeeq Ban , F. Jwammer Mohammed , N. Ahmed Shujaa
Published: October 2023

Background: Exfoliative cytology considered as one of the best technique to obtain the epithelial cells lining buccal mucosa in oral cavity. Diabetes mellitus type 2 is one of the most distributed disorder wild world which cause deferent histological and cytological defects in all body organs. Aim: To realize the histological changes in oral epithelium (of buccal and gingival mucosa) in patients suffering from type 2 diabetic mellitus. Material and methods: Sample composed of two groups, the study group represented by ten male diabetic patients, their age between (50-65) years attending the teaching hospital of college of Dentistry/ Tikrit university, and the control group (10 male 50-65 years old), the smear taken from oral epithelia from buccal mucosa, gingiva and saliva using cotton swab. The samples were carried on glass slides and stained by using Giemsa dye.Results: The microscopical examination revealed a number of histological changes, as presence of binucleated cells, budding in nuclei and decay (karyolysis) of other nuclei with the observation of fragmentation (karyorrhexis) of others, besides, some of vasicular degeneration seen with the cytoplasm of number of cells and hypertrophy in others.Conclusion: Diabetes mellitus type 2 cause many histological changes in oral epithelia of buccal mucosa and gingiva which detected by exfoliative cytology.
The United States -Chinese competition in the Horn of Africa after 2009: a prospective study
Authors: SHAKIR Assistant teacher.  NAWAR AMER
Published: October 2023

This paper deals with the competition between two strong international powers: the United States and China . This  competition is held in an active African land , the Horn of Africa, due to its geographical location that governs the sea access corridors between the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. In addition, there are natural resources inherent in the lands of the countries that comprise it. That makes the entire Horn region an attractive and permanent center for the competition of the major powers.
On the question of natural duties and the design of tracts in the Social Life of the Inner Horde of the late XIX - early XX century
Authors: Bovaev Nikolai Borisovich
Published: October 2023

The subject of the study is the system of natural duties among the Kazakh population of the Inner (Bukeevskaya) Horde as part of the Astrakhan province in the period from 1893 to 1909. The object of this study is to analyze the issue of replacing the existing natural duties of the Kazakhs of the Horde with monetary service.The purpose of the study is to reveal the main provisions of the issue of replacing natural duties and designing a system of paths on the territory of the Inner Horde, based on previously unused archival materials. When writing the work, the problem-chronological method and the system analysis of available archival sources were used. Of particular value is the archival material from the fund of the Office of the Astrakhan Civil Governor, which is the only source of data revealing the problems of replacing natural duties among the Kazakhs of the Inner Horde. An important research material was the revision note of State Councilor Kraft, a former official of special assignments at the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Earlier in the scientific circles studying regional history, the issues of the replacement of duties among the Kazakhs did not receive sufficient coverage, since in historical science the issues of the general state of the Internal Horde, statistical information, the state of the economy, social life were touched upon. This study is the first comprehensive study of the problems of replacing natural duties and designing a system of paths among the Kazakhs of the Inner Horde in the post-reform period. It introduces scientific novelty based on the analysis of new archival materials, and also allows us to identify the need to revise and change the existing natural duties, taking into account the principles of justice, the real needs and capabilities of the population of the Inner Horde.
Volosts of Belaya in 16th-17th centuries: historical-geographical characteristic of the region on the Western border of The Russian State
Authors: Stepanova Iuliia
Published: October 2023

The article presents the results of a historical and geographical study of the townships of Belaya in the XVI-XVII centuries. The objectives of the study included mapping the Belsky volosts and borders of the Belsky district on a modern geographical basis, studying their transformation in the XVI-XVII centuries. The main sources of the study are the materials of scribal descriptions of the Belsky and adjacent Toropetsky and Rzhevsky counties of the XVI-XVII centuries. The work was carried out using geoinformation technologies. A complete localization of the toponymy of the censuses of the Belsky, Rzhevsky, Toropetsky counties of the XVI-XVII centuries was made, which made it possible to map in detail the volosts of the county and its territory as a whole. Scribal descriptions allowed us to get an idea of the transformation of the territory of the Belsky Uyezd. The idea of the territory of the Belsky volosts in the period after their entry into the Russian state at the beginning of the XVI century was obtained. In the first half of the XVI century, the Toropets volosts of Rozhnya and Bibirevo were transferred to Belaya. In the second half of the 1560s, part of the Belsky Uyezd became part of the Rzhev Volodimerov Uyezd in connection with the formation of oprichnoi land ownership. After the Time of Troubles, the Polish-Russian border was established along the border of Toropetsky, Rzhevsky and Zubtsov counties with Belsky volosts. After the annexation of Belaya to the Russian state and the transfer to Rzheva Volodimerova of the former possession of the Catholic Church in the Zhukopov parish, the Belsky district acquired the outlines preserved in the XVIII century. Part of the territory of the county, as a result of confiscations from the Catholic Church and secular landowners, passed into the category of palace lands. However, the largest share of the territory of the county remained in the possession of the Smolensk and Belsky gentry.
ANALISIS PENGARUH PERSEPSI KONSUMEN MENGENAI KESESUAIAN HARGA, CITRA MEREK, DAN KUALITAS PRODUK TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN DI BANDENG C73 KARAWANG (Studi pada produsen olahan bandeng di Bandeng C73 Karawang)
Authors: Rahmawati Sri , Abadi Slamet , Wijaya I Putu Eka
Published: October 2023

Gepuk bandeng merupakan salah satu produk olahan yang bahan dasarnya adalah ikan bandeng. Semakin banyak merek olahan ini membuat adanya perbedaan dari kesesuaian harga, citra merek dan kualitas produk, hal tersebut yang melatarbelakangi penelitian ini. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh secara simultan dan parsial variabel kesesuaian harga, citra merek, dan kualitas produk terhadap keputusan pembelian gepuk Bandeng C73. Penelitian dilakukan pada konsumen di produsen olahan Bandeng C73 Desa Tambaksari, Kecamatan Tirtajaya, Kabupaten Karawang. Metode pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah nonprobabilitas sampling dengan sempel yang diambil yaitu 100 responden metode pengambilan sampel menggunakan metode accidental sampling. Data yang digunakan adalah data primer dan data sekunder. Teknik pengambilan data dilakukan dengan cara penyebaran kuesioner menggunakan skala Likert dengan dilanjutkan menggunakan Metode Suksesif Interval. Uji instrumen menggunakan uji validitas dan uji reliabilitas. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis regresi linear berganda dengan sebelumnya telah menghitung asumsi klasik diantaranya uji normalitas, uji linearitas, uji multikolinearitas, dan uji heteroskedastisitas. Hasil penelitian pada taraf signifikansi 5% menunjukkan bahwa kesesuaian harga, citra merek, dan kualitas produk secara simultan berpengaruh terhadap keputusan pembelian. Secara parsial pada taraf signifikansi 5% kesesuaian harga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian, kualitas produk berpengaruh positif terhadap keputusan pembelian, sedangkan citra merek bernilai negatif dan tidak berpengaruh terhadap keputusan pembelian. Produsen Bandeng C73 dapat memperhatikan kesesuaian harga dan kualitas produk sehingga keputusan pembelian dapat meningkat, sedangkan citra merek memerlukan modifikasi seperti perubahan pada bentuk kemasan, warna kemasan, serta jenis huruf yang digunakan sehingga citra merek dapat berpengaruh terhadap keputusan pembelian.
ANALISIS KONTRIBUSI USAHATANI KOPI RAKYAT TERHADAP PENDAPATAN TOTAL PETANI DI DESA TELUK AGUNG KECAMATAN MEKAKAU ILIR KABUPATEN OKU SELATAN
Authors: Ini Dwi Anggra , Lastinawati Endang , Purwadi Purwadi
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini memiliki arahan untuk mengetahui bagaimana struktur pendapatan usahatani kopi dan kontribusinya terhadap pendapatan petani di Desa Teluk Agung Kecamatan Mekakau Ilir Kabupaten OKU Selatan.  Metode penelitian ini dilakukan dengan metode kuantitatif di mana penelitian menggunakan analisis pendapatan dan kontribusi.  Data diperoleh dengan cara menyebarkan kuesioner.  Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan struktur pendapatan petani kopi rakyat adalah, biaya produksi yaitu rata-rata sebesar Rp  10.720.038.63, penerimaan sebesar Rp. 65.231.250,00 (Rp/Ha/Tahun) dan pendapatan usahatani kopi rakyat yaitu rata-rata pendapatan sebesar Rp. 54.511.211.37 (Rp/Ha/Tahun).Pendapatan usatani lain rata-rata sebesar Rp. 9.170.625,00 dan pendapatan anggota keluarga lain rata-rata sebesar Rp 4.986.015,00. Kontribusinya rata-rata sebesar 94,6% artinya Z lebih besar dari 66,7% maka kontribusi pendapatan usahatani kopi rakyat adalah tinggi terhadap pendapatan total keluarga petani kopi rakyat.
ANALISIS FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI PRODUKSI KOPI ROBUSTA DI DESA SUKA MULYA KECAMATAN TANJUNG RAJA KABUPATEN LAMPUNG UTARA
Authors: Agustifany Osie , Ogari Putri Ayu , Pusvita Ema
Published: October 2023

Kajian ini memiliki arahan untuk mengetahui analisis faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi produksi kopi robusta di Desa Suka Mulya Kecamatan Tajung Raja Kabupaten Lampung Utara. Metode penelitian ini dilakukan dengan metode kuantitatif dimana penelitian menggunakan analisis regresi linier berganda. Data diperoleh dengan teknik wawancara kepada responden yang ada dalam sampel menggunakan kuesioner sebagai alat pengumpulan data yang dipersiapkan sebelumnya. Hasil penelitian ini yaitu faktor-faktor yang berpengaruh signifikan dalam produksi kopi yaitu variabel luas lahan (X1), variabel tanaga kerja (X2), variabel umur tanaman kopi (X3) dan variabel pupuk (X4).
Enflasyonun Tarihsel Belirleyenleri: Türkiye ve İkinci Dünya Savaşı
Authors: ALTAY İsmail , SAYIL Gizel Busem , HANEDAR Avni Önder
Published: October 2023

Türkiye, İkinci Dünya Savaşı’nda aktif bir tarafsızlık politikası uygulamasına rağmen politik ve ekonomik alanda önemli sorunlar ile karşı karşıya kalmıştır. Bu süreçte sıklıkla savaşa girmemek için diplomatik manevralara başvurmuştur. Aynı zamanda, savaşın yarattığı ekonomik sorunlarla mücadele etmek için çeşitli politikalar uygulamıştır. Öyle ki, tarafsızlık politikasına rağmen, Türkiye’de ciddi bir ekonomik buhran görülmüş ve enflasyon ABD (Amerika Birleşik Devletleri) ve İngiltere gibi savaşa katılan ve inceleme için detaylı veri bulunabilen ülkelere göre yüksek düzeyde seyretmiştir. Bu bağlamda, çalışma aktif bir tarafsızlık politikası uygulayan bir ülkenin savaşa katılan ülkelere göre neden yüksek düzeyde enflasyon ile karşı karşıya kaldığını araştırmaktır. Özellikle primli kur politikası ve karaborsa kaynaklı nedenler üzerinde durulmaktadır. Türkiye’de savaş nedeniyle üretimin ve ithalatın azaldığı, para arzı ile kamu harcamalarının finansmanı nedeniyle fiyat artışının bulunduğu açıktır. Ancak benzer politikalar ABD ve İngiltere’de farklılıklarına rağmen bulunmaktadır. Bulgulara göre, Türkiye’de enflasyonist sürecin varlığı konusunda, hükümetin liranın dış değerini korumakta ısrarcı olması ve uygulanan primli kur sistemi sonucu ortaya çıkan pahalı ithalat ile karaborsa gibi faktörlerin etkili olduğu iddia edilebilir.