bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Lipoprotein (a) in atherosclerosis: A bibliometric and visualization analysis
Authors: Wang Hui , Pan Dikang , Liao Lianming , Wu Sensen , Hu Lefan , Zhang Hanyu , Ning Yachan , Guo Jianming , Gu Yongquan
Published: March 2024

Lipoprotein (a) [Lp (a)] is a complex polymorphic lipoprotein consisting of one low-density lipoprotein particle with one molecule of apolipoprotein B100 and another apolipoprotein (a) linked by a disulfide bond. In recent years, due to its causal role in premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases and calcified aortic stenosis, Lp (a) has attracted more and more attention. Our study aimed to illustrate the trend of Lp (a) research in atherosclerosis (AS) through bibliometric analysis. The Science Citation Index-Expanded was used to locate Lp (a) and AS studies published between December 1, 2012 and December 1, 2022. VOSviewer and CiteSpace bibliometric software packages were used to analyze literature information. LP (a) has seen an overall increase in annual publications. The United States had the highest number of publications worldwide, with 192 publications. The University of California, San Diego, has contributed significantly to Lp (a) with 29 publications and led research collaboration. In the past few decades, there has been close collaboration between countries or regions, institutions, and authors. In addition, the European Heart Journal was the most cited, followed by the Journal of Lipid Research and AS with 2033, 1096, and 806 citations, respectively. Recent studies were on genes and lipid-lowering therapies. Our study comprehensively evaluated the research status and trends of Lp (a) in AS worldwide for the first time and provided a valuable reference for clinical researchers.
Stage by stage E- Ecommerce market database analysis by using machine learning models
Authors: Ryali Narendra , Manne Nikita , Ravisankar A , Tripathi Mano Ashish , Tripathi Ravindra , Venkata Naresh M
Published: March 2024

In the recent era, advertising strategies are far more sophisticated than those of their predecessors. In marketing, business contacts are essential for online transactions. For that, communication needs to develop a database; this database marketing is also one of the best techniques to enhance the business and analyze the market strategies. Businesses may improve consumer experiences, streamline supply chains, and generate more income by analyzing E-Commerce market datasets using machine learning models. In the ever-changing and fiercely competitive world of e-commerce, the multi-stage strategy guarantees a thorough and efficient use of machine learning. Analyzing the database can help to understand the user's or industry's current requirements.  Machine Learning models are developed to support the marketing sector. This machine learning model can efficiently operate or analyze e-commerce in different stages, i.e., systematic setup, status analysis, and model development with the implementation process. Using these models, it is possible to analyze the marketing database and create new marketing strategies for distributing marketing objects, the percentage of marketing channels, and the composition of marketing approaches based on the analysis of the marketing database. It underpins marketing theory, data collection, processing, and positive and negative control samples. It is suggested that e-commerce primarily adopt the database marketing method of the model prediction. This is done by substituting the predicted sample into the model for testing. The issue of unequal marketing item distribution may be resolved by machine learning algorithms on the one hand, and prospective customer loss can be efficiently avoided on the other. Also, a proposal for an application approach that enhances the effectiveness of existing database marketing techniques and supports model prediction is made.
Artificial Intelligence in Intellectual Property Protection: Application of Deep Learning Model
Authors: Pattnayak Parthasarathi , Das Tulip , Mohanty Arpeeta , Patnaik Sanghamitra
Published: March 2024

To create and train a deep learning model costs a lot in comparison to ascertain a trained model. So, a trained model is considered as the intellectual property (IP) of the person who creates such model. However, there is every chance of illegal copying, redistributing and abusing of any of these high-performance models by the malicious users. To protect against such menaces, a few numbers of deep neural networks (DNN) IP security techniques have been developed recently. The present study aims at examining the existing DNN IP security activities. In the first instance, there is a proposal of taxonomy in favor of DNN IP protection techniques from the perspective of six aspects such as scenario, method, size, category, function, and target models. Afterwards, this paper focuses on the challenges faced by these methods and their capability of resisting the malicious attacks at different levels by providing proactive protection.  An analysis is also made regarding the potential threats to DNN IP security techniques from various perspectives like modification of models, evasion and active attacks.
Apart from that this paper look into the methodical assessment. The study explores the future research possibilities on DNN IP security by considering different challenges it would confront in the process of its operations.
Result Statement: A high-performance deep neural Networks (DNN) model is costlier than the trained DNN model. It is considered as an intellectual property (IP) of the person who is responsible for creating DNN model. The infringement of the Intellectual Property of DNN model is a grave concern in recent years. This article summarizes current DNN IP security works by focusing on the limitations/ challenges they confront. It also considers the model in question's capacity for protection and resistance against various stages of attacks.
Cloud Based Document Understanding System
Authors: Rewoo Parth , Jaiswal Aditya Kumar , Mahajan Durvesh , Naidu Harshit
Published: March 2024

In recent years, the popularity of cloud-based systems has been on the rise, particularly in the field of document management. One of the main challenges in this area is the need for effective document understanding, which involves the extraction of meaningful information from unstructured data. To address this challenge, we propose a cloud-based document understanding system that leverages state-of-the-art machine learning techniques and natural language processing algorithms. This system utilizes a combination of optical character recognition (OCR), text extraction, and machine learning models to extract and classify relevant information from documents. The system is designed to be scalable and flexible, allowing it to handle large volumes of data and adapt to different document types and formats. Additionally, our system employs advanced security measures to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the processed data. This cloud-based document understanding system has the potential to significantly improve document management processes in various industries, including healthcare, legal, and finance.
Decomposition numbers for Rouquier blocks of Ariki–Koike algebras I
Authors: Lyle Sinéad
Published: March 2024

Let

\mathcal{H}=\mathcal{H}_{r,n}(q,\boldsymbol{Q})

denote an Ariki–Koike algebra over a field of characteristic

p\geq 0

. For each

r

-multipartition

\boldsymbol{\lambda}

of

n

, there exists a

\mathcal{H}

-module

S^{\boldsymbol{\lambda}}

and for each Kleshchev

r

-multipartition

\boldsymbol{\mu}

of

n

, there exists an irreducible

\mathcal{H}

-module

D^{\boldsymbol{\mu}}

. Given a multipartition

\boldsymbol{\lambda}

and a Kleshchev multipartition

\boldsymbol{\mu}

both lying in a Rouquier block such that

\boldsymbol{\lambda}

and

\boldsymbol{\mu}

have the same multicore, we give a closed formula for the graded decomposition number

[S^{\boldsymbol{\lambda}}\colon D^{\boldsymbol{\mu}}]_{v}

when

p=0

or when each component of

\boldsymbol{\mu}

has fewer than

p

removable

e

-rim hooks.
Efforts toward the Elimination of Visceral Leishmaniasis in South Asia: A Review of Progress in Bhutan
Authors: Dorji Thinley , Dorjee Sithar , Wangdi Tenzin , Tshokey Tshokey , Pradhan Ambika Rani , Penjor Kinley , Namgay Rinzin , Togbye Togbye , Karunaweera Nadira
Published: March 2024

Leishmaniases are a group of diseases under the category of neglected tropical diseases targeted for global elimination. However, they continue to pose major clinical and public health problems, especially among those living in poor socioeconomic conditions. Here, we summarize leishmaniasis elimination efforts in Bhutan. Between 1994 and 2022, Bhutan recorded 54 cases of leishmaniasis across 14 of its 20 districts. There are seven species of Phlebotomus and three species of Sergentomyia sand flies documented in the country. At a subnational level, all endemic districts recorded a visceral leishmaniasis annual incidence <1 per 10,000 population, meeting the regional elimination targets. Serological testing with ELISA and molecular testing with polymerase chain reaction were established at the Royal Center for Disease Control in 2022. A leishmaniasis prevention and management guideline was adopted in 2023 to aid clinicians in diagnosis and management. Active and passive case surveillance was integrated with the national infectious disease early warning and response system. Risk-based entomological surveillance and control have also been prioritized. Climate change may play a major role in rendering districts in the temperate zone favorable for vector proliferation. The country’s medical university introduced a diploma course in medical entomology in 2023 to augment the human resources needed for vector surveillance efforts. However, leishmaniasis elimination lacks dedicated programmatic management amid competing priorities for resources against other infectious diseases. Leishmaniasis elimination requires a targeted and programmatic approach in Bhutan, including cross-border collaborative efforts with neighboring Indian states. Bhutan remains highly committed to achieving leishmaniasis elimination targets.
Morphometry of radial head: A guide for radial head prosthesis
Authors: Kaur Jasbir , Khan Firoz , Loh Hitendra Kumar , Mehta Vandana , Singh Davinder
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Radial head fractures constitute one-third of all elbow fractures and 20% of all trauma cases. The head, being the key element is very important for maintaining stability and biomechanics of the humeroradial joint. Treatment of radial head fractures involves fixation or replacement with radial head prosthesis. However, the designing of prosthesis requires accurate knowledge of morphometry of proximal radius for a specific population to restore normal joint mechanics and joint morphometry. Henceforth, this study was carried out to determine dimensions of radial head in the North Indian subjects. Materials and methods: The present observational study was conducted on one hundred dry adult human radii with an intact upper end. The parameters included Anteroposterior diameter of radial head (APD), Transverse diameter of radial head (TD), Medial height of radial head (MH], Lateral height of radial head (LH), Anterior height of radial head (AH), Posterior height of radial head (PH), Depth of superior articular facet (D), Surface area of head of radius (SA), Volume of head of radius (VOL), Ventral curve (VC), Dorsal curve (DC), Lateral curve (LC) and Circumference of the head (C). The side dimorphism was noted for any statistically significant side dimorphism. Results: The morphometry of radial head revealed that the APD, TD were lesser by 2mm to 3mm as compared with western studies. The VC and the PC in the western studies were lesser by 0.4mm and 0.6mm respectively as compared to the current study. Conclusions: These parameters are of importance for orthopaedic surgeons in the treatment of fractures of the upper radius, where a radial head implant or prosthesis is required. Accurately matched prosthesis in accordance with the size of head will reduce postoperative complications and result in better operative outcome. Keywords: Radial head, Radial head prosthesis, Morphometry, Humororadial joint
Anatomical variations in the origin of gonadal artery - A computed tomography angiographic study
Authors: Kumar Arjun , Khare Satyam , Jain Shilpi , Sharma Yashika , Sing Kuldeep , Gupta Manu
Published: March 2024

Introduction: A sound knowledge of variations of gonadal artery is required during operative, diagnostic and endovascular procedures in the abdomen and pelvis especially with the advancement of newer intra-abdominal operative and laparoscopic techniques. The aim of this study was to analyze the normal anatomy of gonadal arteries and their variations by MDCT in the north Indian population. Materials and methods: 500 patients (aged 18 to 70) referred to the department of Radio diagnosis at SubhartiMedical College & Hospital, Meerut, and neighboring imaging centresin the NCR underwent the cross-sectional study (MDCT). From August 2019 to July 2022, MDCT scan images of the abdomen region were examined for the normal anatomy of the gonadal arteries. Results: Variation were found in both sides gonadal arteries in males and females. The frequency of variations of gonadal arteries in terms of their origin was more commonly found in males. Conclusions: Various morphological anomalies of gonadal arteries are reported. The possible embryological basis for this variation as well as its clinical significance, are discussed. The knowledge of this variation will help the radiologists and surgeons in avoiding clinical complications during uro-radiologic interventions and surgical procedures such as renal and gonadal surgeries. Keywords: Gonadal artery, Testicular artery (TA), Ovarian artery (OA), Renal artery (RA).
Morphometry of proximal femur and correlations of the head neck shaft assemblage
Authors: Verma Ajay , Sehgal Garima , Moonis Mariam , Kumar Navneet
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Recent times have shown an increased incidence of proximal femur pathologies. The morphology and morphometry of the proximal femur is an important component of hip biomechanics. Altered diameters and angles affect the range of motion and have been found to be causative in hip pathologies. Understanding femoral shape and orientation can help to predict degenerative diseases, relate to hip instability, in designing hip replacement implants, in preoperative planning and for forensic identification of human remains. This study aimed at determining the morphometric parameters of proximal femur and to analyse the correlations between measured parameters. Materials and Methods: Measurements were made on 120 dry adult human femora of unknown sex (Right-60, Left-60). Transverse and vertical diameters of the head and neck and anterior and posterior neck lengths were measured using digital vernier calliper and neck-shaft angle was measured using a goniometer. Measurements were statistically analysed. Correlation coefficient was used to analyse the relationship among variables. Results: Mean vertical and transverse diameters of head were 43.23 mm and 43.16 mm and Mean Anterior and Posterior neck lengths were 28.37 mm and 35.81 mm respectively. Mean Neck shaft angle was 128.82. On comparison between sides, statistically significant differences were observed in neck shaft angle and anterior neck length measurements. Correlation between neck shaft angle and neck length as well as between neck shaft angle and head diameters revealed variable patterns on left and right sides. Conclusions: Our study has found a significant difference in anterior length of neck in left and right femur as well as a substantial and statistically significant positive correlation was observed between anterior neck length and neck shaft angle of the right femur. Keywords : Femur, Morphometry, Vernier, Goniometer, Hip, Prosthesis
Clinical significance of morphological and morphometrical analysis of foramen magnum
Authors: Mishra Sushma , Gupta Prerna , Prasad Hari
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The foramen magnum is a transitional zone between cranial cavity and spinal canal, and it is related with the very important neuro-vascular structures like vertebral arteries, spinal accessory nerves and spinal arteries and terminal part of medulla oblongata. Therefore, thorough knowledge of morphometric and morphological variation of foramen magnum is important for authentic radiological diagnosis and surgeries in the area of cranio-cervical junction. Materials and Methods: This study was done on 70 dried human skulls taken from the Department of Anatomy, TS Misra Medical College & Hospital, Era’s Lucknow Medical College & Hospital, and KGMU, Lucknow. The shape of foramen magnum was observed and transverse and antero-posterior (AP) diameters of foramen magnum (FM) were measured with the help of vernier caliper. Foramen magnum index (FMI) and foramen magnum area (FMA) were also calculated. Results: The study showed six types of shapes of foramen magnum. The oval shaped foramen magnum was found in 47% (in 33 skulls), round 30% (in 30 skulls), tetragonal 10 % (in 10 skulls), triangular & irregular 10% (in 5-5 skulls), pentagonal 2% (in 2 skulls), and hexagonal 1% (in single skull). The mean anteroposterior and transverse diameter were 34.3±2.90mm and 28.9±2.80 mm respectively. The mean foramen magnum index and Foramen magnum area were 77.80±27.80 and 845.90±87.50 mm2 respectively. Conclusions: The data obtained from the present study will be useful to the neurosurgeons prior to the surgeries in the area of cranio-cervical junction and posterior cranial fossa. The morphometric and morphological knowledge of the foramen Magnum has important clinical implications in the prognosis and treatment of various neurological pathologies like Arnold Chiari syndrome, Achondroplasia and posterior cranial fossa lesions. Keywords: Foramen magnum, Transcondylar approach, Foramen magnum index, Foramen magnum area, Transverse diameter (TD), Anteroposterior diameter, Trigonal.
Posthumanitas : Civilization's Transition and a New Understanding of Humanity
Authors: Seo MinGyu
Published: March 2024

The advancement of science and technology, led by artificial intelligence, is not only shaping the direction of human life but also shaking its very meaning. In this article, I will explore the meaning of the transition to a new civilization called ‘the post-human era’ from a more macroscopic perspective and attempt to interpret our current reality from a new standpoint. To achieve this, we will examine the insights of contemporary philosophers such as Latour, Haraway, Bhaskar, and Ferrando, who oppose anthropocentrism of the modern era and propose new worldviews and perspectives on humanity. They argue that there is a need for the evolution of the ontological relationship between humans and non-humans. Particularly, the development of artificial intelligence technology demands a shift in the relationship between humans and machines from a tool-based connection to a mutually interdependent, agentive relationship. Therefore, in the era of post-humanism, a new concept of humanity is required, and through this, we must overcome the limitations of the anthropocentric notion of humanity from the modern era. ‘Humanitas’ is also a guiding principle in liberal education. I hope for ongoing discussions and debates regarding the meaning and content of this guiding principle, as well as the evolution and changes in the concept.
Liberal Arts Education in the Anthropocene and the PBL Living Lab : Focusing on Korea University's Core Liberal Arts Course LIBERTY JUSTICE TRUTH Ⅱ
Authors: Yang Yun-Eui , Koh Oonee , Kim Si-jeoung , Paik Eun-Sook , Yum In-Su , Choi Yoon
Published: March 2024

In this article, we discuss the meaning and possibility of convergence liberal arts education in the Anthropocene. This article introduces the development process of the LIBERTY JUSTICE TRUTH Ⅱ, core curriculum at Korea University, and describes the educational significance of PBL and the living lab, which are at the core of the course. The liberal arts education of the Anthropocene should move towards the transformation of social and technological systems for sustainability. PBL is gaining attention as a learner-centered educational methodology, and the ‘living lab’ is emerging as a methodology that expands the social and public role of universities by emphasizing active linkage and cooperation with local communities. The characteristics of the PBL process of the LIBERTY JUSTICE TRUTH Ⅱ course are as follows. First, it implements a student-centered teaching model. Second, it establishes a co-agents model that unites and cooperates through a network of actors with diverse perspectives, knowledge, and experiences. Third, it implements a living lab that solves social problems practiced by learners as citizens and educational subjects. In the Anthropocene, humans need to change their thinking and behavior and their relationships with other living and non-living beings. Since it requires students to think about and put into practice a fundamental transformation of the human condition, the design idea of the LIBERTY JUSTICE TRUTH Ⅱ course embodies the essence of liberal arts education in the Anthropocene. The course, which combines PBL and a living lab, has practical significance as a liberal arts education program for the transformation of contemporary thinking and behavior.
Exploring Topics in Domestic Research on Machine Translation through Text Mining
Authors: Song Eunjung
Published: March 2024

Machine translation (MT) has become increasingly ubiquitous in our daily lives, academia, and education. Learners use MT to understand foreign language texts, and teachers use MT in a variety of courses, such as general English and courses for international students. This study aims to investigate the trends of MT research in Korea and to identify the research topics that have been studied so far. To this end, this study collected 875 domestic MT research papers from the 1970s to the present and extracted the topics of the papers using topic modeling. This study then analyzed the temporal trends of each research topic to examine the changes in research topics and to identify their networks. This study's findings show that the number of research papers and research topics have changed significantly since the release of Google's neural machine translation in late 2016.
Teachers’ Views of L1 Use in English Speaking Classes : A Case Study of University Teachers in Korea
Authors: John Franzese , Cho Youngsang
Published: March 2024

This study investigates the views of university English teachers in Korea teaching English speaking classes to develop a greater understanding of how L1 is used and for what reasons and purposes in the classroom. The primary means of data collection included a survey with multiple choice questions and open-ended questions, as well as semi-structured interviews. Thirteen teachers, five native English-speaking teachers (NESTs) and eight Korean English teachers (KETs) responded to the survey, among whom four teachers participated in the interviews. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics or qualitative methods, depending on their types. Findings revealed that teachers attempted to use English as the primary medium of instruction, adhering to class identity and their teaching beliefs. However, the majority also found themselves allowing for the use of Korean to some extent for reasons such as the students’ low English proficiency, course goals, the tense environment, common L1 among students, and the students’ demand, although some differences were observed in the way that Korean was used between NESTs and KETs. Teachers also showed more leniency towards the students’ Korean use as opposed to their own use of it and employed Korean for different purposes in each case. Discrepancies were found between NESTs and KETs in their purposes. For instance, NESTs focused their use of Korean on social purposes while KETs focused on managerial purposes. NESTs permitted students to use Korean for various purposes, whereas KETs focused mainly on affective and social purposes. However, both groups seldom considered the students’ use of Korean for linguistic purposes. Further discussions on implications for teachers, education administrators, and researchers are provided.
Starting to Know the World from Deep Self-understanding : Focusing on the ‘Global Citizenship and Restorative Peace’ Liberal Arts Class at D University
Authors: Shin Nanhee , You Deukgou , Park Nanhee
Published: March 2024

This paper examines how, in a course designed from a restorative peace perspective, learners connect with their inner self, experience a deep understanding of themselves, and further begin to expand their awareness by learning about the world around them. According to the analysis, through the activities of observing, expressing their feelings, knowing their desires, finding core values and making requests, learners were able to discover and express themselves and experience freedom from being bound by the cultural values and styles that had formed their characters so far. The activity of writing an auto-ethnography journal became an important turning point in carrying out this work. Group activities created a sense of empathy and solidarity among the students through their sharing of difficult moments in the process of gaining a deep understanding of their inner self, and provided an important foundation for carrying out the difficult task of better knowing the world. The focus of this subject's activities is for the students to experience deep self-understanding, which is a prerequisite for developing a greater awareness as global citizens. Afterwards, students asked themselves the following question: How can we as learners more actively engage in awareness and exploration to better understand the world, once we have achieved this internal competency? This study highlights the need for follow-up work to determine whether this is achievable.
Experience of ‘Sustainable Awareness and Practice’, Study on Global Citizenship Education : Focusing on D University Cases
Authors: Nam JinSook
Published: March 2024

This paper emphasizes that the foundational direction of global citizenship education is sustainable awareness and practice. It examines the feasibility of this approach, focusing on the case of D University's liberal arts course class. To achieve this objective, key considerations and challenges that need addressing when implementing global citizenship education in university liberal arts programs were highlighted initially. Insights were shared on practical challenges in global citizenship education between countries, issues related to the process and design of learning domains, and the categorization of courses based on subject groups. The outlined outcomes were derived from a project class within the subject group at D University, the sole subject group to offer a global citizenship education course.Firstly, within the realm of global citizenship education, activities in cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral domains are occasionally conducted sequentially; however, it is evident that these three areas can also be concurrently addressed. Secondly, experiences through projects can contribute to the scalability and sustainability of both individuals and regions. Although scalability and sustainability may pose challenges for individuals, fostering solidarity with others and collaborating with various organizations facilitates sustainable awareness and practices in global citizenship education.From this study, we can infer that the potential for scalability and sustainability is heightened through collaborative projects with other students on campus and hands-on experiences can be gained as a member of an external non-governmental organization (NGO). Therefore, the concept of ‘sustainable practice’ encompasses ‘activity,’ ‘sustainability,’ and ‘scalability.’ This paper is meaningful as it presents a direction for global citizenship education in university liberal arts programs.
Convergent Liberal Education in the Era of Climate Crisis : Using Climate Science, Earth System Science/Environmental Science, Climate History as Cornerstones
Authors: Park Hye Jeong
Published: March 2024

As Latour explicitly expressed it, climate acts across all of our modes of existence from the political to the moral. For this reason, the climate liberal education in our era of climate crisis should be a convergent liberal education based upon a pluralism of knowledge. Considering this special request of climate liberal education, this paper proposed to design a transdisciplinary course using climate science, earth system science/environmental science, and climate history as core modules. Each module can have a different weight, location, and relation depending on the character and interests of the instructors and students. First of all, climate science is taken as a fundamental knowledge, because understanding climate requires both a deep level of holistic thinking and at least a basic level of climate literacy. Secondly, earth system science and environmental science as an extensive knowledge is required in order to understand the current climate crisis in the more comprehensive context of the Anthropocene. Lastly, climate history is chosen as consilience knowledge in order to integrate climate science and earth system science/environmental science, and to encourage more ambitious climate action.
Research on the Development of a Conceptual Framework for Core Values in National Curriculum through Future Society Prediction
Authors: Yu Ji-sun , Yang Sung-hoon
Published: March 2024

This study aims to address the importance of core value education required in the curriculum according to the changing times, and to explore and develop a core value concept word system for the curriculum at the national level curriculum. As a research method, first, the core value concept words used in the 2022 revised curriculum documents were frequency analyzed to derive important core value concept words. Then, we analyzed the headlines of the hexagonal promotion tasks in the main work report documents of each government department using frequency analysis and topic modeling techniques to identify trends, and generated scenarios for predicting the future society using ChatGPT and finally classified them according to STEEP. The future society prediction scenarios classified by STEEP were matched with the core value concept words in the 2022 revised curriculum document and presented systematically in terms of society and individuals. As a result of the study, 30 core value concept words including “respect” were derived from the 2022 revised curriculum, and “industry, expansion, and promotion” were important in the headlines of the key initiatives of each government ministry's major work report. Words such as “education, culture, and marine,” which represent the characteristics of the government's major work report but also the characteristics of each ministry, were also included in the high frequency range, confirming that it can be meaningful to derive future scenario topics from the headlines of the key initiatives of the government's major work report. There were 10 future society prediction scenarios generated using ChatGPT, and after classifying them according to STEEP, we developed a core value concept word system consisting of a total of 30 words divided into society and individual aspects. The core value conceptual language system will contribute to the activation and systematization of core value education in elementary and secondary schools, and will be the basis for connecting with liberal arts education at the university level.
Effect of Some Ecological Factors on Stomata and Phenolic Compounds Production in Aloe Vera L. Gel and Effect Gel to the Adult of Flour Beetle: Tribolium Castaneum (Coleoptera : Tenebriodae)
Authors:   Department of Biology, College of Education for pure science, Tikrit University, Tikrit, Iraq, Al-Hamdany Mwafaq Inhab Salih , Hashem Alblesh Mohammad Adnan ,   Department of Biology, College of Education for pure science, Tikrit University, Tikrit, Iraq, Abduljabbar Al-Tikrity Huda Damin ,   Department of Biology, College of Education for pure science, Tikrit University, Tikrit, Iraq
Published: March 2024

This search presents the effect of some ecological factors such as (ultraviolet –B radiation , temperature , salinity ) on stomatal index and stomatal frequency and phenolic compounds after exposure to Aloe vera L. UV-B radiation , temperature and salinity . Ultraviolet – B radiation is one of the important abiotic factors that can stimulate the production of secondary metabolites, including phenolic compounds. Aloe vera (Asphodelaceae) is a medicinal plant used in Iraq for treating sunburn, wounds, and heartburn. The flour beetle: Tribolium castaneum is one of the inset causes of loss storage food yield in the world. The study aims the effect of some ecological factors such as (ultraviolet –B radiation , temperature , salinity ) on stomatal index and stomatal frequency and phenolic compounds after exposure to Aloe vera L. UV-B radiation , temperature and salinity and investigate the insecticidal and repellency effect of leaf gel for Aloe vera to estimate the percentage of the insecticidal effect for concentrations 25, 50, 75, and 100 % of alcoholic extract within seven days on adult insects. The gel in leaf exposure to UV-B radiation contained a higher diversity of phenolic compounds and flavonoids. This search showed a high percent kill for an adult with 100% of the alcoholic extract compared with control and an excellent effect of Aloe vera gel at a concentration of 50 % for a repellency effect with a value of 10.842%. Phenolic compounds showed after exposure to UV as : (dioxyflavone ,kampferol, catechuic acid, flavonol glucuronic acid, gabardine isoflavone, isoquercitrin, p-coumaric acid, hispaglabridine ) with a high percentage in the gel after exposure to UV-B compared by control.
Optimizing Resource Usage in Cagayan de Oro City Institutions, Philippines
Authors:   Pilgrim Christian College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, S. Abella Dr. Fausto , D. Bation Dr. Neilson ,   Pilgrim Christian College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, C. Bation Dr. Wilson ,   Pilgrim Christian College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, D. Bation Ms. Esterlita ,   Pilgrim Christian College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, A. Cabanes Mr. Edward Von ,   Pilgrim Christian College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines
Published: March 2024

Aside from the Human Resources, the most valuable resources of the company are the assets comprising the current assets and fixed assets. Currently, many companies require better management of their assets but the misuse of company resources is a serious issue that many firm employees see as “no big deal.” However, the principle remains the same that firm resource is a lasting resource and it is for the use of firm and nothing else. This study examined the misuse of firm resources in government and non-government sectors in Cagayan de Oro City. The objectives were: determining the commonly misuse firm resources, awareness and involvement of employees in misusing the resources, and management report on misusing the resources. This study used descriptive research design with the aid of survey questionnaire in gathering the primary data supported by interview. Findings revealed that the commonly misused resources of the firms were office supplies with 40%, followed by internet usage with 30%, and telephone usage with 15%. In awareness and involvement of employees on the commonly misused resources, first in the rank was aware but involved with 30% followed by aware and not involved with 25% of the employee respondents. In the category of reporting of employees of the misused resources to the management, the employee witnesses but does not report with 40% followed by witnesses and does the report to the management with 30%. Interview revealed that misused of resources happened due to lack of proper orientation on mission and goals of the firm, over supply of resources, and absence of guidelines. The researchers concluded that intentional insider misuse of institution resources represents a significant threat to the organizations and whether government or non-government institutions, the presence of misuse of resources committed by the employees based on the results of this study still exists. Recommendations are: there should be a proper inventory system, policies and guidelines in using the resources, and close monitoring of firm resources.
Combined warmup exerts an ergogenic effect on the speed of sprint swimmers: A systematic review with meta-analysis
Authors: Ferraz Silva Eliane , Miarka Bianca , Carrenho Queiroz Andreia Cristiane , Córdova Cláudio Olavo , Aedo-Muñoz Esteban , Sorbazo Soto Dany Alexis , Brito Ciro José
Published: March 2024

This study review and analyze studies that measured the effect of combined strength/power warmup (COMB) versus traditional (TRAD) on the post-activation performance enhancement (PAPE) of swimmers. For this, we performed a systematic review was carried out with meta-analysis based on descriptors related to PAPE in swimming. A total of 138 articles were identified, of which 15 were selected. Comparisons between the COMB condition and the TRAD warm-up were performed for the following set of variables: a) power in 50- and 100-meter events, b) start performance, c) test time of 50- and 100- meters, and d) instantaneous speed in 50-meters events. The data extracted from the studies showed acceptable homogeneity (I²=0.000). When we observed the confidence intervals, it was verified that there were no differences between the COMB condition and the TRAD for power in 50 and 100 m events (Hedges g'=-0.12; 95%CI=-0.376; 0.136; p=0.357); time in 50- and 100-meter races (Hedges g'=-0.139; 95%CI=-0.314; 0.036; p=0.118); start performance (Hedges g'=-0.313; 95%CI =-0.643; 0.018; p=0.064). The COMB condition had an ergogenic effect on instantaneous speed in the 50 m event (Hedges g'=-0.282; 95%CI=-0.402; -0.162; p≤0.001). In conclusion, the present meta-analysis concluded that the COMB intervention does not exert an ergogenic effect on the performance of swimmers for the set of analyzed variables, except for instantaneous speed in 50 m events. Future studies may compare other forms of warmup versus the TRAD.
Keywords: Warm-up exercise; Musculoskeletal and Neural Physiological Phenomena; swimming; athletic performance.
Non-Invasive HRV Protocol and New Index to Assess Internal Training Load During Basketball Warm Up
Authors: Capdevila Lluis , Guillen Joel , Lalanza Jaume , Zamora Victor , Rodas Gil , Caparrós Toni
Published: March 2024

The aim is to establish an specific, non-invasive, sub-maximum and applicable day-to-day protocol to assess the internal training load (IL) for basketball players using Heart Rate Variability (HRV) analysis before practice or competitions. Another aim is to propose a new IL index as a standardized parameter (%), to manage IL before practice sessions or competition. Twelve amateur male basketball players (age: 26.5 ± 8.8 years) completed HRV tests before a submaximal and intermittent drill (Activity Lay Up Wheel; ALUWIL 6min-test). Players performed a 5on5 scrimmage (MATCH) the following day during 10 min, completing rate of perceived exertion (RPE), total quality recovery (TQR) and wellness questionnaires, and continuous heart rate recordings. Players showed higher values of IL parameters based on heart rate (summatory heart rate zones, SHRZ; and training impulse, TRIMP), higher RPE values and lower recovery values during MATCH than ALUWIL (p<0.01). The parameter % of summatory of heart rate zones (SHRZ) showed stronger correlations than SHRZ and TRIMP during MATCH (p<0.001), and significant relations with RMSSD (square of the mean root of the adjacent R-R intervals) during the HRV test (p<0.05). During the ALUWIL test, %SHRZ shows higher and stronger correlations than SHRZ with RRmean (mean of the R-R intervals) (-.807) but similar than SHRZ with RMSSD. In this specific context, ALUWIL test could offer reliable and applied information as a standardized and integrated protocol to assess internal training load in basketball players using cardiac parameters before practice and games. The parameters RRMean, RMSSD and %SHRZ could be a specific indicator for IL management on basketball. However, more research is needed to validate these proposals in a complex context.
Key words: HRV, internal training load, basketball, heart rate, submaximal test, SHRZ.
Enhancing Badminton Learning for Deaf Children: Development and Evaluation of an Interactive Video Teaching Module
Authors: Sepdanius Endang , Kurniawan Ikhsan , Bin Mohd Sidi M. Adli , Widya Pranoto Nuridin , Haris Fahmil , Saputra Endarman , Orhan Bekir Erhan
Published: March 2024

This research aims to produce badminton learning media that is more effective and relevant for deaf children. It employs the R&D method with the ADDIE development model, encompassing five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Expert validation was conducted during development, involving learning media, special needs, and badminton experts. The implementation stage included product trials conducted at SLB Negeri 1 and SLB Negeri 2 Padang City, with 12 voluntary participants. Product effectiveness was assessed using the T-test. Expert validation results indicate high validity across domains: 89.2% for learning media, 95% for children with special needs, and 95.2% for badminton expertise. Small-scale trials achieved an 84% success rate with an excellent rating. The effectiveness test, with T count = 9.916 > T table = 1.796 at p < 0.005, demonstrates the efficiency of interactive videos in enhancing understanding and proficiency in badminton short serves among deaf children. This research concludes that the development of badminton learning video media for children with special needs provides an effective solution in increasing their understanding of the sport of badminton. The implications of this research contribute to developing inclusive learning strategies that meet the diverse and specific needs of individuals with disabilities.
Keywords: Development, learning media, badminton, deaf children.
The Effectiveness of Pelvic Floor Muscle Training on Decreasing Urinary Incontinence in Pregnant or Postnatal Women: A Systematic Review
Authors: Ayubi Novadri , Padmasari Dyah Fitria , Komaini Anton , Putri Dhea Regita Sastika , Syafawi Atika , Mario Deby Tri , Gemaini Andri , Ridwan Mochamad , Daulay Dio Alif Airlangga , Ming Jiang Wen , Budi Prihanto Junaidi
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of pelvic floor muscle training in preventing urinary incontinence in pregnant and postpartum women. The study employed a systematic review method by searching data from journal databases such as Pubmed, Science Direct, and Web of Science. The inclusion criteria in this study were articles published in the last five years (2019-2024) that discussed pregnant and postnatal women, pelvic floor muscle training, and urinary incontinence. Those articles must come from journals that used the official languages ​​of the United Nations, such as Arabic, Chinese, English, Russian, French, and Spanish. Meanwhile, the exclusion criteria in this study were those not indexed by Scopus and Web of Science. This study then identified 2387 articles from the Pubmed, Science Direct, and Web of Science databases. Among them, eight articles met the inclusion criteria and were selected and analyzed for this systematic observation. For standard operations, the study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) assessment. The results indicated that pelvic floor muscle training or Kegel exercise can help weak pelvic muscles due to uterine growth and hormonal changes during pregnancy become stronger. This is so, especially if it is carried out regularly during pregnancy to reduce postnatal urinary incontinence. This training or exercise is recommended for six weeks during pregnancy to increase the strength of the muscle tone of the blood vessel walls and pelvic floor muscles. Additionally, it can support ligament muscles in the pelvis so that it can prevent urinary incontinence. We highly recommend further research to analyze PMFT during the postpartum period which can prevent urinary incontinence even more.
Keywords: Pelvic Floor Muscle Training; Kegel Exercise; Pregnant; Postnatal; Urinary Incontinence
Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors Traditional games for physical fitness: an experimental study on elementary school students
Authors: Septianto Irvan , Sumaryanti Sumaryanti , Nasrulloh Ahmad , Sulistiyono Sulistiyono , Nugraha Hartman , Ali Masnur , Ramadhani Aria Malik , Dewantara Julian , Haniyyah Nida , Fauzi Fauzi , Suryadi Didi , Ardian Roy , Subarjo Subarjo
Published: March 2024

Maintaining optimal physical fitness is crucial for students to combat fatigue during activities, allowing them to concentrate on their studies during the learning process at school. Consequently, physical fitness is a fundamental aspect of health that warrants careful consideration. The objective of this study is to enhance students' abilities and promote good physical fitness through the utilization of traditional games. The research employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. Modified traditional games, including sodor carts, fish nets, and balloon racing, were applied as the treatment.The results of the treatment demonstrated a significance value of 0.000, indicating a notable increase in students' physical fitness after engaging in learning activities through traditional games. This improvement is attributed to the traditional games, which effectively engage children in learning, fostering active participation and contributing to the enhancement of physical fitness. Consequently, the conceptualization of physical learning within the framework of traditional games proves to be applicable and effective.
Keywords: Physical Fitness, Traditional Games, Elementary School, Children's Games
ARTICLE RETRACTED DUE TO PLAGIARISM BY THE AUTHOR Development of motor skills of children aged 9-10 years with visual analyzer impairment
Authors: Polevoy Georgiy
Published: March 2024

The objective is to increase the level of coordination abilities of schoolchildren diagnosed with myopia. Methods: The study was conducted in the period from September 2022 to June 2023 at secondary school number 13 in the Kirov region. A group (n=21) of 4th grade students was formed to conduct a pedagogical experiment. These are boys and girls aged 10-11 years with a mild degree of myopia (up to 3 diopters) – myopia of the first degree. The level of development of coordination abilities was determined by a 3x10 meter Shuttle run, a long jump from a place with the right and left sides, Balance on 1 leg and Dynamic coordination of movements. Results: In experimental group in the shuttle run test, the indicators became higher from 9.36±0.16 to 8.72±0.09 (p<0.05), an increase of 6.8%. The long jump with the right side increased by 10.4% (p<0.05), and with the left side by 7.3% (p<0.05). In the balance on one leg test, the indicators became 13.3% higher (p<0.05), and in the dynamic coordination test, the indicators improved from 8.83±0.89 to 10.05±0.16 (p<0.05), the increase in indicators was 13.8%. Conclusion: The results obtained allow us to conclude that our proposed method of using general developmental exercises with objects as a means of developing coordination abilities in children 9-10 years old diagnosed with myopia is effective, which is achieved through regular use of exercises in physical education lessons, as well as by stabilizing the course of myopia during the school day.
Keywords: School children's health, Physical education, Myopia, Visual impairment, Coordination abilities.