bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Whole-Genome Amplification of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) using Illumina CovidSeq reagents for Next-Generation Sequencing v2
Authors: Davina-Nunez Carlos
Published: February 2024

Protocol for amplification of RSV and for whole-genome sequencing. This protocol can amplify the whole genome in two parallel RT-PCR reactions in order to make RSV sequencing accessible and affordable. This protocol does not require prior subtyping as it covers RSV-A and RSV-B in the same reaction. The primer panel is an optimisation of a previously published panel by Wang et al. Our optimisation from the original panel allows for multiplex PCR, so the whole genome can be amplified in just two PCR reactions. In addition to this, primers have been modified to account for commonly-occurring mutations that affect primer-binding areas and were causing suboptimal amplification. These primers were used to cover the complete hRSV genome (both A and B) by splitting them into two pools of non-consecutive amplicons (odd-numbered amplicon primers in one pool, even-numbered amplicon primers in other). This protocol has been tested for RSV RNA amplification from RSV-positive nasopharyngeal swabs of CT value up to 26 using Seegene Allplex Respiratory Panel (Seegene Inc, Seoul, South Korea). However, it provides best results with CT values below 21. For samples of low viral load, an alternative primer panel is provided only with the amplicons sufficient to sequence the G and F genes. This alternative panel has succesfully sequenced samples of CT values up to 30, albeit with higher amount of total reads required in the case of very high CT value. Illumina CovidSeq (Illumina Inc, San Diego, USA) reagents were used for the RT-PCR, with a mix previously published for amplification of Influenza RNA and a thermocycling program optimised in our lab. Library preparation was performed according to the Illumina CovidSeq protocol. v3 (2024.02.22) Modifications from v2: 1. Primer A10f has been replaced to solve the amplicon dropout for Nextclade variant A.D.5.2 (mutation G13793A). 2. The relative concentration of primers has been modified to improve amplicon homogeneity. 3. An alternative panel has been added to amplify the G and F genes suitable for low viral load samples. 4. A bioinformatic analysis section has been added with a link to a custom pipeline for this protocol.
Automate humans or humanize automation? The “Atque” Design and Communication System to redefine the relationship between knowledge and know-how
Authors: EUGENİO Pandolfini , DAVİNİ Viola , GUARDUCCİ Marta , SBARDELLA Marco , TOSCHİ Luca
Published: February 2024

This paper introduces the research conducted by the “scientia Atque usus” Research Center for Generative Communication ETS (from now on: sAu Research Center) dealing with the relationship between new technologies and the enhancement of human creativity. sAu Research Center has been working on the impact of automation in social and creative processes and the research group has conceived and developed the “Atque” Design and Communication System: A suite of functional tools for carrying out activities of research, analysis, design, development, documentation, monitoring, communication and training. It is a system which is constantly transforming itself: it is based on the people who are using it and on the projects that have to be realized, so it changes as a living system. It is for this reason that the main characteristic is to be human-centered-design, it enhances human creativity and it fosters the collaboration among people who cooperate in a common project.
Halkla İlişkiler ve Reklam Perspektifinden Yaratıcılığın Geleceği
Authors: ÖZTÜRK Gülay , DAYANÇ KIYAT Gül Banu , YILMAZ ALTUNTAŞ Elgiz
Published: February 2024

Geçmişten bugüne iletişim çalışmalarında yaratıcılık kavramı değer görmüştür. Yaratıcılık kapsadığı özgünlük, biriciklik, eşsiz olma özelliklerinin yanısıra hedef kitleye uygun bir mecra seçimiyle markanın fark edilmesinde önemli bir güce sahiptir. Ancak yaratıcılık kavramının daha çok reklam çalışmaları ile özdeşleşmesi literatürde önemli bir boşluğun oluşmasına neden olmaktadır. Sistematik inceleme ve içerik analizi yöntemlerinden yararlanılan bu çalışmamızın amacı; halkla ilişkiler ve reklamda yaratıcılık alanındaki akademik çalışmaların arşivlenmeye başladığı dönemden günümüze kadar hangi çerçevelerde ele alındığını, günümüzde iletişim alanında tartışılan yeni kavramların bu çerçevelere dahil olup olmadığını ortaya koymak ve bu alandaki gelecek çalışmalar için öngörüde bulunmaktır. Bu çalışma reklamın yanısıra özellikle halkla ilişkiler alanındaki yaratıcılık çalışmalarını da kapsamlı olarak ele alan ilk çalışma olma niteliği ile literatüre katkı sağlayacaktır. Bu amaçla yaptığımız sistematik inceleme ve içerik analizinden elde ettiğimiz bulgular halkla ilişkiler ve reklamda yaratıcılık alanındaki akademik çalışmaların 2000’li yıllar sonrasında artış gösterdiği; konuyla ilgili ilk çalışmaların tarihsel olarak reklam alanında gerçekleştiği; bilimsel çalışmalarda iki alanda da “yaratıcılık” ve “sosyal medya” kavramlarının ilgi odağı olduğu; araştırma konusu açısından ise Türkiye’deki yeni yönelimlerle ilgili bilimsel çalışmaların yabancı yayınlara göre daha az olduğu saptanmıştır. Buna göre dijitalleşme, değişen tüketici yapısı, çoklu ve etkileşimsel mecra kullanımının artması nedeniyle yaratıcılıkla ilgili kuramların güncellenmesi önemlidir.
Seismicity under a Dormant Volcano: Unveiling Active Crustal Faulting beneath Piton des Neiges, La Réunion
Authors: Firode Lise , Duputel Zacharie , Ferrazzini Valérie , Lengliné Olivier
Published: February 2024

Volcanic environments are commonly associated with seismic activity. The two prominent shield volcanoes of La Réunion island—Piton des Neiges and Piton de la Fournaise, exhibit sustained seismic activity. Whereas the seismicity at Piton de la Fournaise is tied to its volcanic activity, the seismic activity beneath Piton des Neiges, which has been dormant for 27,000 yr, remains poorly understood. The occurrence of earthquakes under the north flank of Piton des Neiges, often felt by the population, led to the deployment of several seismic stations in the area since 2012. In this study, we employ template matching and double-difference relocation techniques to construct a high-resolution catalog of the region. Our results reveal that the seismicity observed under Piton des Neiges is primarily concentrated on a northeast-dipping fault located in the oceanic crust beneath the volcanic edifice. Analysis of focal mechanisms indicates that this structure operates as a reverse fault. In the vicinity of this primary fault, we also identify secondary seismicity clusters with similar orientation and focal mechanisms. The region has experienced continuous seismicity since 1999, with occasional periods of increased swarmlike activity in 2011 and 2018. These fluctuations in seismicity rate do not correlate with markers of deep magma transfers often observed before eruptions at the Piton de la Fournaise volcano. Beyond the crustal faults highlighted in this study, it is noteworthy that the majority of earthquakes in northern La Réunion island exhibit consistent reverse focal mechanisms. These observations suggest that seismic events may not be driven by deep magmatic activity but, rather, result from regional tectonic stress and edifice loading on pre-existing faults.
Pengaruh Pengawetan terhadap Kuat Geser Bambu Petung (Dendrocolamus asper)
Authors: Masdar Astuti
Published: February 2024

Bambu Petung merupakan salah jenis bambu unggulan dan banyak digunakan sebagai bahan kerajinan, alat rumah tangga, alat musik maupun sebagai konstruksi termasuk di daerah Sumatera Barat. Pengggunaan bambu sebagai bahan konstruksi dikarenakan bambu memiliki banyak keunggulan terutama pada sifat fisik dan mekaniknya. Meskipun memiliki keunggulan dari sifat mekaniknya, sebagai bahan organik Bambu Petung memiliki kelemahan yaitu tingkat keawetannya yang relatif rendah. Untuk mengatasi masalah keawetan ini diperlukan perlakuan khusus yaitu pengawetan bambu. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah proses pengawetan pada Bambu Petung berpengaruh terhadap kuat geser bambu mengingat kuat geser bambu adalah salah satu nilai yang sangat berpengaruh terhadap kekuatan struktur bambu, terutama pada sambungan. Penelitian dilakukan secara eksperimental menggunakan standar ISO N225157-1 untuk pembuatan benda uji dan Standar N22157-2 untuk pengujian material. Pengawetan pada bambu dilakukan mengacu pada SNI 8909-2020. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa proses pengawetan dapat meningkatkan nilai kuat geser bambu pada daerah ruas sebesar 26,15% dan pada daerah antar ruas sebesar 29,89%. Kondisi ini dapat dijadikan acuan dalam merancang sambungan bambu mengingat kekuatan geser merupakan faktor penentu kekuatan sambungan.Kata-kata kunci: bambu, pengawetan, kuat geser, nodia, internodia
Novel reports of distal hereditary neuropathy due to mutations of SIGMAR 1 from India
Authors: Shah Arjun G. , Chaudhary Gaurav , Mahto Anuradha P. , Maniyar Aamna , Chheda Akash , Jagiasi Kamlesh A.
Published: February 2024

Distal hereditary neuropathies (dHMN) are hereditary neuromuscular disorders characterized by predominant distal motor neuropathy, leading to muscle atrophy, with a striking preservation of the sensory nervous system. While there is occasional overlap with Charcot-Marie-tooth disease (CMT) and familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (fALS), these conditions typically represent distinct entities with better prognosis. Numerous gene defects are associated with dHMN, and on-going research continues to unveil novel mutations. Among these, the mutation in the sigma non-opioid intracellular receptor 1 gene (SIGMAR1) has been identified across diverse populations. SIGMAR1 encodes a non-opioid endoplasmic reticulum protein present in both the central and peripheral nervous systems, playing a crucial role in neuronal survival and maintenance. Notably, SIGMAR1 gene mutations are linked to two distinct motor neuron disease phenotypes: fALS and dHMN. This signifies the broad impact of SIGMAR1 mutations on the neurogenetic landscape, contributing to the understanding of the complex interplay between genetic factors and motor neuron disorders. The continuous discovery of new mutations emphasizes the dynamic nature of research in this field, shedding light on the intricate mechanisms underlying these debilitating conditions.
“Um museu de grandes novidades”:
Authors: Elíbio Junior Antonio Manoel , Da Silva Carneiro Paulo Victor
Published: February 2024

Esse artigo tem como objetivo analisar o avanço da extrema direita bolsonarista no Brasil, tendo como conjuntura o golpe de estado sofrido por Dilma Rousseff, em 2016, quando uma série de conquistas sociais que avançava desde 2003, foram postas em xeque. Após ataques à classe trabalhadora, como a Lei 13467, conhecida como reforma trabalhista, que tolheu em grande parte direitos do trabalhador; e a Emenda Constitucional 95, que limitou por 20 anos os gastos públicos, beneficiando o empresariado e ferindo diretamente a qualidade do serviço público brasileiro; o caminho para a extrema-direita estava sendo pavimentado. Dois anos depois, a eleição de Jair Bolsonaro veio chancelar o início de um período de fortes ataques às liberdades, próprias de um projeto de governo fascista.
Círculos de Mulheres:
Authors: Sampaio Virginia
Published: February 2024

Trata-se de um relato construído em primeira pessoa por aquela que é considerada a “segunda da fila”, antecedida apenas por Mirella Faur, uma conhecida personagem no capítulo de constituição e divulgação de Círculos de Mulheres no Brasil, com um conjunto de livros publicados. Um texto poético e emocionante que se apresenta como uma carta convite para mulheres de distintas idades e lugares, uma expressão de um modo de ser, sentir e atuar no mundo construído em Círculos. Uma expressão que termina com uma homenagem, um círculo que se fecha, e outros que se abrem, como canta a música conhecida entre as praticantes de espiritualidades femininas.
Revisión sistemática de taxonomías de riesgos asociados a la Inteligencia Artificial
Authors: Bas Graells Guillem , Tinoco Devia Roberto , Salinas Leyva Claudette , Sevilla Molina Jaime
Published: February 2024

Este artículo realiza una revisión sistemática de treinta y seis taxonomías de riesgos asociados a la Inteligencia Artificial (IA) que se han realizado desde el 2010 hasta la fecha, utilizando como metodología el protocolo Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). El estudio se basa en la importancia de estas para estructurar la investigación de los riesgos y para distinguir y definir amenazas. Ello permite identificar las cuestiones que generan mayor preocupación y, por lo tanto, requieren mejor gobernanza. La investigación permite extraer tres conclusiones. En primer lugar, se observa que la mayoría de los estudios se centran en amenazas como la privacidad y la desinformación, posiblemente debido a su concreción y evidencia empírica existente. Por el contrario, amenazas como los ciberataques y el desarrollo de tecnologías estratégicas son menos citadas, a pesar de su creciente relevancia. En segundo lugar, encontramos que los artículos enfocados en el origen del riesgo tienden a considerar más frecuentemente riesgos extremos en comparación con los trabajos que abordan las consecuencias. Esto sugiere que la literatura ha sabido identificar las potenciales causas de una catástrofe, pero no las formas concretas en las que esta se puede materializar en la práctica. Finalmente, existe una cierta división entre aquellos artículos que tratan daños tangibles presentes y aquellos que cubren daños potenciales futuros. No obstante, varias amenazas se tratan en la mayoría de los artículos de todo el espectro indicando que existen puntos de unión entre clústeres.
Husserl y el origen de nuestro campo de interés
Authors: Scanziani Andrea
Published: February 2024

El tema del interés ha sido abordado por Edmund Husserl a lo largo de cuatro décadas, entre 1891 y 1938, y en el marco teórico que ha caracterizado a la fenomenología desde su nacimiento: la interpretación intencional de la conciencia en su génesis y desarrollo. El trabajo se propone exponer las etapas fundamentales de la descripción del fenómeno del interés a partir de las primeras reflexiones de Husserl sobre el campo de la experiencia atencional en los años de Halle, hasta tematizar la génesis del llamado “campo de intereses” de la tardía fenomenología genética de los años de Freiburg. Se intentará mostrar que a la base de la evolución de la interpretación de Husserl de la naturaleza afectiva del interés se encuentra una ampliación del concepto de "materia de acto" y una profundización de sus análisis de la esfera de la emoción
Universos arcanos. Lo autosuficiente en la poesía de Mario Eraso Belalcázar
Authors: Uscátegui Narváez Alexis
Published: February 2024

La poesía colombiana de los sesenta se encuentra en el pleno apogeo artístico: caso Gloria Posada, caso Winston Morales, caso Nelson Romero Guzmán, caso Pablo Montoya. No obstante, Mario Eraso Belalcázar (1967) es un poeta desdeñado por la crítica cultural y especializada. Con este trabajo busco la inserción de la poesía de Eraso en el panorama actual de la poesía colombiana. A través de un ejercicio hermenéutico, analizaré sus cinco libros de poemas que, hasta la fecha, conforman su obra: Cementerio (2005), publicado en Bogotá por Común Presencia Editores y prologado por el reconocido poeta venezolano Armando Rojas Guardia; Oro (2011), editado bajo el cuidado de Ediciones Sin Nombre en México; Extravío seguido de Amanecer en Lisboa con Oliverio (2015) bajo el sello de la Editorial Universidad del Cauca; y, Aviso de la casa (2022), impreso en Bogotá por la editorial Letra a Letra. En suma, se ilustrará cómo los elementos arcanos presentes en su trabajo hacen de su arte un locus singular y autosuficiente.
En busca de una filosofía de la evaluación: repensar y reconceptualizar la evaluación para la educación y la sociedad de hoy
Authors: Vasquez Espinal Esteban , Alberto Mora Raúl
Published: February 2024

La evaluación es un aspecto que predomina en la educación, pero que necesita ser repensada. Este artículo reflexiona sobre la noción de evaluación en la sociedad actual y propone una alternativa a lo que ella podría y debería ser. Como resultado de un estudio crítico del papel de la evaluación en la educación actual, decidimos llevar a cabo un análisis hermenéutico de la influencia del concepto original de evaluación en la posibilidad de alejarse de la tributación del sujeto y su actual pornificación. A través de una discusión sobre el papel de la evaluación en la sociedad contemporánea y su verdadera naturaleza, los autores proponen un cambio de mirada sobre la evaluación como un mero complemento al plan de estudios a otra que considere cómo una filosofía de la evaluación podría transformar profundamente la educación y la sociedad.
Nie-miasto? Natura w miejskiej przestrzeni i jak ją badać
Authors: Kaniowska Katarzyna
Published: February 2024

W każdej miejskiej przestrzeni istnieją takie jej elementy, których nie wytworzył człowiek. W badaniach prowadzonych przez antropologów miasta przyroda rzadko bywa przedmiotem analiz. W przypadku takich badań stajemy przed pytaniem o to, jakie metodologie i jakie narzędzia mogą być pomocne oraz jaki słownik pojęć byłby przydatny do opisu i interpretacji natury w mieście. W artykule rozważam ewentualną przydatność dwóch znanych koncepcji – Marca Augé i Ulfa Hannerza do badania takich fragmentów przestrzeni miejskich, które całkowicie przynależą do natury; które współtworzą miejską tkankę, ale są świadectwem ingerencji przyrody w obszar miasta.
Parki kieszonkowe. Przestrzeń publiczna, życie publiczne, praktyki miejskie
Authors: Krupa-Ławrynowicz Aleksandra
Published: February 2024

W artykule omówione są główne założenia i kulturowo-społeczne parametry miejskiej przestrzeni publicznej. Przykładem analizowanym są miejskie parki, ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem idei parków kieszonkowych, które we współczesnej urbanistyce stanowią odpowiedź na niedobór terenów zielonych w dużych, gęsto zabudowanych miastach. Krótkiej historycznej rekonstrukcji relacji miasto – natura – człowiek towarzyszy opis wybranych miejskich projektów oraz próba ich osadzenia w kontekstach społecznych oraz w idei „prawa do miasta”.
Praktyki dyskretne w mieście na przykładzie skrytego spożywania „małpek”
Authors: Krajewski Marek
Published: February 2024

W artykule wprowadzam kategorię praktyk dyskretnych, rozumianych jako praktyki społeczne pozwalające jednostkom na angażowanie się w działania, których zachodzenia inne osoby nie powinny być w danym momencie świadome. Przykładem tego zjawiska, mocno obecnym w polskim kontekście, jest potajemne picie w przestrzeni publicznej wódki z małych szklanych butelek zwanych „małpkami”. Analiza tego zjawiska pozwala wykazać, w jaki sposób określone kategorie konsumentów są wykluczane ze współczesnego miasta tylko dlatego, że spożywają alkohol w niewłaściwy sposób, w nieodpowiednim miejscu i czasie. Pomimo iż skupiam się na „małpkach”, to pokazuję także, dlaczego kategoria praktyk dyskretnych jest funkcjonalna poznawczo i w jaki sposób może pomóc w badaniu współczesnego miasta, prywatności, relacji władzy i procesów indywidualizacji.
Kamienica przy ul. Szewskiej 21 w Krakowie. Ślady przeszłości
Authors: Godula-Węcławowicz Róża , Węcławowicz Tomasz
Published: February 2024

Ostatnie dekady przyniosły eksplozję rozmaitych „zwrotów” w humanistyce. Pośród nich pojawiło się zainteresowanie przestrzenią i miejscem jako kategoriami kulturowymi. To pojęcia pokrewne, ale nie takie same. O miejscu można opowiadać na wiele sposobów, niemniej jednak łączy je podstawowe założenie – miejsce istnieje poprzez relacje z człowiekiem. Ludzkie działania, doświadczenia, doznania i emocje oraz pamięć tworzą miejsce, wyodrębniają je pośród przestrzeni i unieruchamiają w czasie. Autorzy snują opowieść o pewnym miejscu w Krakowie – kamienicy przy ulicy Szewskiej 21. Jej materialną historię ożywiają ludzie i wydarzenia, które były ich udziałem. W tej kamienicy bowiem mieszkał pisarz Melchior Wańkowicz, mieli pracownie malarze Piotr Stachiewicz i Wiesław Obrzydowski, rzeźbiarz Jan Krzyczkowski, graficzka Ewa Siedlecka i jej mąż, krytyk sztuki Adam Kotula. Tadeusz Kantor stworzył tutaj swój niepowtarzalny teatr „Cricot”. Doświadczenie czasu i miejsca, w którym żyli, współtworzyło ich tożsamość. Równocześnie ich poczynania pozostawiły ślad w pamięci historycznej, tym samym wpływając na specyfikę miejsca. Z okruchów pamięci autorzy odtwarzają semantykę miejsca – jego artystyczne genius loci. Przecież, jak pisał Michel de Certeau, „pamięć jest tylko tym, co można śnić o miejscu”. Antropologiczna narracja stara się uporządkować wspomnienia, przeżycia, sny w pewną całość i nadać jej jednorodną formę.
Imieninowe kartki z życzeniami w łódzkim folklorze robotniczym
Authors: Orszulak-Dudkowska Katarzyna
Published: February 2024

Artykuł przedstawia analizę imieninowych kartek z życzeniami przekazywanych w środowisku łódzkich robotników w okresie międzywojennym. Autorka traktuje kartki z życzeniami jako przekaz folkloru środowiskowego, o określonej specyfice gatunkowej i wyraźnej intencji komunikacyjnej, powiązany z całościową kulturą łódzkich robotników z lat dwudziestych i trzydziestych XX w. Stara się także ukazać interesujący ją materiał badawczy w kontekście szczegółowej sytuacji wykonawczej, jaką jest celebrowanie imienin, odwołując się do specyfiki obchodzenia tego święta przedstawionej w archiwalnych materiałach etnograficznych. Przedmiotem szczegółowych analiz jest zbiór kart imieninowych zgromadzony w Archiwum Etnograficznym im. Bronisławy Kopczyńskiej-Jaworskiej Instytutu Etnologii i Antropologii Kulturowej Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego.
Społeczne znaczenie i atrakcyjność teatru operowego (XVII–XIX w.)
Authors: Markiewicz Grzegorz
Published: February 2024

Teatr był nie tylko instytucją artystyczną, ogniskującą najważniejsze dokonania i trendy w literaturze, muzyce, sztukach plastycznych i tańcu, ale także bardzo ważną instytucją życia towarzyskiego, przestrzenią, w której można było się pokazać, poflirtować, załatwić interesy, jednym słowem – teatr był miejscem, w którym należało bywać. Opera miała widza oczarować, olśnić i uwieść. Spektakl operowy był inwestycją niezwykle kosztowną. Należało opłacić śpiewaków, chórzystów, tancerzy i muzyków, a także zainwestować w maszynerię i efekty specjalne. Podstawowymi gatunkami były opera poważna i opera komiczna. Przybierały one różne formy, szczególnie odmienne we Włoszech i we Francji.
Co historyk miasta zawdzięcza antropologii i socjologii? Doświadczenie łódzkie
Authors: Śmiechowski Kamil
Published: February 2024

Tekst zawiera subiektywne refleksje na temat wzajemnych powiązań pomiędzy historią miast a antropologią kultury i socjologią, związane z osobistym doświadczeniem Autora, obejmujące badania nad historią Łodzi. Zdaniem Autora, który miał w swej karierze epizody bliskiej współpracy zarówno z socjologami, jak i antropologami kultury, współczesne studia miejskie wymagają bliskiej współpracy międzydziedzinowej. Autor zgadza się z tymi historykami i metodologami, którzy krytykują zbyt sztywne, idiograficzne podejście do badań historycznych. Na przykładzie własnych doświadczeń pokazuje, w jaki sposób inspiracje ze strony innych nauk mogą udoskonalać warsztat badawczy historyka miast i stanowić asumpt do realizacji interdyscyplinarnych projektów badawczych.
A Comparative Research and Analysis of the Development of Sustainable Tourism in Georgian and other International Curricula
Authors: Koblianidze Tamar , Sachaleli Nino
Published: February 2024

In  recent years, sustainable development has become an important part of educational systems, beginning from primary schools to universities. Consequently, it has evolved into a societal priority. In 2019, the UNESCO adopted the ESD for 2030 framework with the overall objective of building a more just and sustainable world through the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Education for sustainable development for 2030 framework identifies 5 priority action areas: policy, education and training settings, educators, youth, and communities. Sustainable tourism development has been a commonly used term for many years and is, therefore, an important concept for consideration within tourism degree courses/programs. Based on qualitative research and case study method, this paper focuses on discussing the undergraduate and graduate programs in the context of teaching sustainable tourism in foreign countries, which are compared with the experience of the Georgian Technical University. The aim of the research was to study current educational programs related to sustainable tourism and highlight its importance. In conclusion, it can be asserted that sustainable tourism programs are experiencing a growing demand, with various types of policies being developed. However, the program at the Georgian Technical University stands out on an international scale, having no analogue and being truly unique. At the same time, the results indicate that in many cases, sustainability pedagogy/teaching methods, such as systems and holistic thinking, are not yet widely adopted and are in the process of implementation.
Comparative Analysis of the Concept of Death in Turkish and Japanese Proverbs
Authors: Dogan Guliz
Published: February 2024

Death constitutes the last part of the life cycle. Although both being born and living are welcomed with joy by human beings, death brings pain and eternal unhappiness. This paper focuses on revealing how the concept of death, which contains deep sadness, is handled in Turkish and Japanese proverbs. Proverbs are stereotypes passed from one generation to another and are very important in reflecting the lifestyles and ways of thinking of the societies to which they belong. Proverbs are essential in transferring cultural knowledge because our ancestors created them with the accumulation and experience of many years. In this study, comparative analysis method is employed. Total of 127 proverbs, including 80 Turkish proverbs and 47 Japanese proverbs, are examined. They are grouped into death has causes, death as an unknown end, death has time to occur,  grief for death, death is not welcomed, death occurs one time, death as a bad situation, understanding the value of things and people after death, death and animal, after death there is no meaning, comparing the wrong things with death, death relates to funerals and religious rituals, death is a relief and escape, and contradicting proverbs. As a conclusion, although Turkish and Japanese people have different cultural backgrounds, it is seen in proverbs that they have similar cultural values to death. All categories as mentioned above have similarities except the grief for death seen in Turkish proverbs but not in Japanese. The religious rituals that relate to death differ as both (Turks and Japanese) have different religions. Although there are expressions about Islam in Turkish proverbs, expressions about Buddhism are seen in Japanese proverbs.
Digital Services in Georgian Tourism – The Basis of Smart Tourism
Authors: Meladze Maia , Gvaramadze Ana , Bestaeva Salome
Published: February 2024

The paper is an integral part of the project "Research on the use of digital products in the Georgian tourism sector" which won the internal grant projects competition of Grigol Robakidze University.

Digitalization is an inseparable part of the modern world. More and more companies are trying to refine and simplify both production and service. Digital technologies are helping companies in the tourism industry to expand the scope of their activities, covering a much larger scale than was previously possible. The use of digital technologies helps companies in the field of tourism not only to improve the service but also with its help the company can use online marketing, which significantly stimulates sales growth. There are a lot of essential modern digital trends that those in the tourism industry need to be aware of and adapt to if they are going to successfully optimize business performance. The objective of the chapter is to identify digital services in the Georgian tourism sector, determine the level of development of smart tourism, analyze its characteristics, and review challenges and opportunities in this direction.
Pengaruh Kompensasi Terhadap Kinerja Dosen Non-PNS Dalam Melaksanakan Pendidikan Dan Pengajaran di Prodi PIAUD FITK UIN Raden Fatah Palembang
Authors: Murtopo Ali , Cindrya Elsa
Published: February 2024

Penelitian bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kinerja dosen non-PNS dalam melaksanakan pendidikan dan pengajaran; dan untuk mengetahui seberapa besar pengaruh kompensasi terhadap kinerja dosen non-PNS dalam melaksanakan pendidikan dan pengajaran di Prodi PIAUD FITK UIN Raden Fatah Palembang. Peneliti melakukan penelitian di UIN Raden Fatah khususnya pada Program Studi Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini yang beralamat di Jalan Profesor K.H Zainal Abidin Fikri Km. 3,5 Palembang gedung multimedia lantai 2. Waktu Penelitian dilakukan pada bulan April sampai dengan bulan Agustus 2020. Hasil penelitian pada PRODI PIAUD FITK UIN Raden Fatah Palembang menunjukkan bahwa variabel kompensasi yang digunakan valid, yaitu dilihat dari Corrected Item-Total Correlation dan signifikan terhadap kinerja dosen. Sesuai dengan uji t Hasil penelitian pada PRODI PIAUD FITK UIN Raden Fatah Palembang menunjukkan bahwa kompensasi yang ada PRODI PIAUD FITK UIN Raden Fatah Palembang memiliki pengaruh dan signifikan terhadap kinerja dosen tetap non PNS. Sesuai dengan uji t dengan nilai thitung sebesar 0,30 sedangkan nilai ttabel dengan taraf signifikan 0,05 sebesar 0,461. Sehingga perbandingannya adalah thitung < ttabel (0,461 < 3,182), maka Ha diterima yang berarti variabel Kompensasi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja dosen tetap non PNS PRODI PIAUD UIN Raden Fatah Palembang.
LANDASAN BIOLOGIS PADA BAHASA
Authors: Muzaiyanah Muzaiyanah
Published: February 2024

Perkembangan bahasa manusia terkait erat dengan perkembangan biologinya. Pertumbuhan bahasa pada manusia mengikuti jadwal perkembangan genetiknya sehingga muncullah suatu unsure bahasa tidak dapat dipaksakan, Faktor yang sangat penting dalam penguasaan bahasa adalah factor neurologis, yakni kaitan antara otak manusia dengan bahasa. Struktur dan organisasi otak manusia untuk memberikan pelita terhaop masahlah pemerolehan, pemahaman, dan pemakaian bahasa.
Hubungan Antara Konsep Diri dengan Kemampuan Komunikasi Interpersonal
Authors: Arizona Arizona , Hikami Ahmad , Putri Ramtia Darma
Published: February 2024

Self-concept is an individual's perception of the physical, social, and psychological mind. A positive self-concept will motivate individuals to always think positively and act positively. Interpersonal communication is determined by personal self-concept, because someone with a positive self-concept will be open and confident with the surrounding environment. Based on this description, the researcher wants to find out that (1) what is the description of self-concept in the eighthgrade students of SMP Seri Tanjung in the academic year 2020/2021? (2) what is the description of interpersonal communication in the eighth grade students of SMP Seri Tanjung in the academic year 2020/2021? and (3) what is the correlation between self-concept and interpersonal communication in the eighth grade students. The population of this study was all students of Eighth Gradeat SMP Seri Tanjung for the Academic Year 2020/2021 as many as 86 students divided into 3 classes. There are two variables, namely self-concept as the independent variable and students' interpersonal communication as the dependent variable. Data is taken with a psychological scale. The data obtained were analyzed using correlation analysis. The results of the percentage descriptive analysis showed that the self-concept the students of SMP Seri Tanjung was included in the medium criteria with a percentage of 70%, while students' interpersonal communication was also in the medium category with a percentage of 80%. The two variables have a positive correlation of 0.747 which explains that the relationship between self-concept and interpersonal communication has a positive value, which means there is a relationship between self-concept and interpersonal communication of eighth grade students at SMP Seri Tanjung.
Peran Konseling Multikultural dalam Mengatasi Stigma Gangguan Kesehatan Mental
Authors: Seprianto Seprianto , Soleha Sovatunisa , Ristianti Dina Hajja , Harmi Hendra
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT:

Counseling is a process that assists individuals in overcoming barriers and difficulties that hinder their personal growth and development of their maximum potential. Through multicultural counseling, counselors can provide accurate education about mental health disorders to individuals and the community in Jambu Rejo village. This can help eliminate negative stereotypes and misunderstandings that may exist about mental health disorders. Based on previous research findings, multicultural counseling plays a significant role in helping individuals overcome stigma and increasing understanding of mental health. The research method employed in this study is qualitative research, collecting data through in-depth interviews with multicultural counselors practicing in Jambu Rejo village. The data obtained will be analyzed using a thematic approach to identify relevant themes related to the role of multicultural counseling in overcoming stigma. The results of this study indicate that multicultural counseling is crucial. Multicultural counselors can help individuals overcome stigma through a culturally sensitive approach, accurate information provision, development of social support, increased self-awareness, and advocacy for stigma eradication. Thus, multicultural counselors have a significant role in assisting individuals in overcoming stigma, providing effective counseling services, and enhancing the mental and social well-being of the community in Jambu Rejo village.

KEYWORDS: Multicultural Counseling, Stigma, Mental Health Disorders, Jambu Rejo village.
Analisis Hubungan Antara Stunting dan Kapasitas Kognitif pada Anak Sekolah Dasar Usia 7-10 Tahun: Pendekatan Survei Analitik Desain Cross-Sectional
Authors: Silalahi Micha , Munifah Munifah , Hasan Hasan
Published: February 2024

The study was conducted to analyze the results of stunting of primary school children aged 7-10 years, the results of cognitive capacity of primary school children, and the relationship between stunting and children's cognitive capacity. The method used was analytical survey research with a cross-sectional approach design. The measuring instrument used was an intelligence test (IQ), namely CPM (Colored Progressive Matrics) interpreted by RAVEN, which was used to find the results of cognitive capacity and Weight Scales and Stature meters (measuring children's height). Sampling was determined through Anthropometric criteria of Child Nutritional Status Assessment with IMT/U index in the 5-18 years category through Waterlow criteria (< 95%).  Data analysis techniques were used with Fisher's Exact Test, and the study's results found no significant relationship between stunting and cognitive capacity.
DAMPAK PEMBANGUNAN BANDAR UDARA BLIMBINGSARI TERHADAP SEKTOR PARIWISATA DI KABUPATEN BANYUWANGI TAHUN 2011-2017
Authors: Adiputra Yoga
Published: February 2024

This study discusses the impact of the development of Blimbingsari Airport on the tourism sector in Banyuwangi Regency from 2011 to 2017. The main problem studied is how the impact of the development of Blimbingsari Airport on the tourism sector in Banyuwangi Regency from 2011 to 2017. The purpose of this study is to explain what it is about which received influence from the development of Blimbingsari Airport. This study uses historical research methods. The results of this study indicate that Banyuwangi's tourism potential can develop with the support of the local government through airport development policies. The number of tourists and the number of passengers at Blimbingsari Airport from 2011-2017 has continued to increase. Many local and foreign tourists visit Banyuwangi to take part in activities in the form of events or enjoy the natural beauty and local arts in Banyuwangi. Foreign tourists, of course, come to Banyuwangi using air transportation. Thus, Blimbingsari Airport can be used as a promotional medium to reach Banyuwangi as an international tourism industry area.

Keywords: Blimbingsari airport; economy; Banyuwangi regency; tourism
Listy mistrza do uczniów pośród łąk pasterskich. Reminiscencje ze średniowiecza
Authors: Rucki Wojciech
Published: February 2024

Presented here is a translation of four poems by the Northumbrian monk Alcuin, advisor to Charlemagne, forming a mini-corpus which depicts the author as a teacher and creator of the educational and moral reform program of the reborn Roman Empire. The commentary points to the reception of Greco-Roman antiquity — especially the topics — and the attempts at remolding the material in the Christian spirit.
Trombotik trombositopenik Purpura Tanılı Hastalarımızın Klinik, Laboratuvar ve Tedavi Sonuçlarının Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: MEŞELİ Selin , ÜSKÜDAR TEKE Hava , ANDIC Neslihan , GUNDUZ Eren
Published: February 2024

Trombotik trombositopenik purpura (TTP) klinik olarak ADAMTS-13 proteazının eksik aktivitesinden kaynaklanır. TTP’nin klasik pentadı mikroanjiyopatik hemolitik anemi (MAHA), trombositopeni, nörolojik bulgular, ateş ve böbrek yetmezliğidir. Tedavide plazma değişimi (PD), kortikosteroidler, rituksimab kullanılmakta ve son yıllarda kaplasizumab tedavi kombinasyonunda yer almaktadır. Çalışmamızın amacı yılda milyonda 3,7 ile 11 arasında yeni vakanın görüldüğü TTP hastalığına ait gerçek yaşam verilerine ulaşıp sonuçları tespit ederek literatürdeki az sayıdaki gerçek yaşam verilerine ait çalışmalar ile karşılaştırıp literatüre katkı sağlamaktır. Çalışmamızda hastanemizin İç Hastalıkları ABD, Hematoloji BD’da 1.Ocak.2008-1.Ocak.2023 tarihleri arasında 18 yaş ve üzerinde iken immün (i) TTP tanısı konulan 31 hastanın klinik ve laboratuvar bulguları ile tedavi sonuçları retrospektif olarak değerlendirildi. 31 hastanın 7’si erkek (%22,6) idi. Ortalama yaş 45,13 ±19,07 (16-83) yıl idi. Hastaların tamamında MAHA ve trombositopeni tespit edildi. Tedavide tüm hastalara PD uygulandı. Hastaneye başvurudan sonra PD’ye başlama süresi 24 (12-24) saat idi. Hastaların 16’sında (%57,1) 1.basamak tedaviye direnç görülmezken 12’sinde (%42,9) direnç mevcuttu. Direnç durumunda hastaların 10’una (%83,3) 4 doz 375 mg/m2/hafta rituksimab tedavisi verildi. Refrakter 12 hasta (%42,9) ile non-refrakter 16 hasta (%57,7) arasında yapılan değerlendirme sonucunda tanı anındaki total bilirubin (p=0.019) ve direkt bilirubin (p=0.031) değerleri arasında anlamlı fark saptandı. Mortal 7 hasta (%22,6) ile mortal seyretmeyen 24 hasta (%77,4) arasındaki değerlendirme sonucunda tanı anındaki yaş açısından anlamlı fark saptandı (p=0.034). Sonuç olarak TTP’nin kadınlarda erkeklere göre daha sık izlendiği MAHA ile trombositopeninin tanıda olmazsa olmaz bulgular olduğu; tanı için verilerin kapsamlı analizinin gerektiği saptandı. Plazma ADisintegrin and Metalloprotease with a ThromboSpondin type 1 motif, member 13 (ADAMTS-13) aktivite testi tanının doğrulanmasında yardımcı olup TTP tedavisinin köşe taşını PD oluşturmaktadır.
Is liver fibrosis a risk factor for gynecological cancers?
Authors: Lonardo Amedeo
Published: February 2024

A recent study by Crudele et al. reported on the association between surrogate indices of liver fibrosis and risk of gynecological cancers among dysmetabolic women. To put this study in context, notions regarding sex dimorphism in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are discussed. Additionally, meta-analytic reviews regarding the risk of extrahepatic cancers are reviewed. Next, I discuss the relationship of metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) with extrahepatic cancers, notably including the breast and cancers of the female reproductive systems in humans. The pathomechanisms potentially accounting for this association include genetics, deregulated sex hormones, chronic subclinical inflammatory state, dysmetabolic milieu, oxidative stress, gut dysbiosis, environmental pollution, and altered immune surveillance.
Duality Principles and Numerical Procedures for a Large Class of Non-convex Models in the Calculus of Variations
Authors: Botelho Fabio
Published: February 2024

This article develops duality principles and numerical results for a large class of non-convex variational models. The main results are based on fundamental tools of convex analysis, duality theory and calculus of variations. More specifically the approach is established for a class of non-convex functionals similar as those found in some models in phase transition. Finally, in some sections we present concerning numerical examples and the respective softwares.
Energy Transitions and Financial Transformation: A Case of Energy and Financial Development in Late 18th-Early 19th Century Britain
Authors: Strielkowski Wadim
Published: February 2024

This paper focuses on the paradigm that explains the link between energy transitions and financial transformations. In particular, it attempts to shed some light on the following question: How did the transition from wood to coal affect financial development in late 18th and early 19th century Britain? The results demonstrate that the energy transition in Britain during the 1st Industrial Revolution constituted an important moment in the country's financial development and can be used as an example of how an energy innovation can foster the financial development of particular countries or regions.
The Moderating Effect of Auditor Size in the Relationship between Using Artificial Intelligence Techniques and Fraud Risk Assessment
Authors: Humeedat Mohammad Mahmoud
Published: February 2024

In recent years, the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) in accounting has grown in many domains, including auditing. AI permits auditors to evaluate large data sets and rapidly identify discrepancies and sequences in audit. This means auditors can review all of a client's transactions via a low time and effort. This entails auditing firms investing heavily in technological infrastructure as well as training their human resources to use cutting-edge AI technologies. Thus, this research sought to investigate the impact of the use of AI techniques by Jordanian external auditors in fraud risk assessment, the moderating effect of auditor size. The descriptive analytical method was used by distributing 280 questionnaires electronically to auditors employed in auditing firms operating in Jordan, The result reveals that AI techniques are extremely beneficial in fraud risk assessment at all levels, and the relationship between the use of AI techniques and the assessment of fraud risk has improved as auditor size has increased.
Credit Card Fraud Detection Using a Hybrid Machine Learning Algorithm
Authors: Singh Shubham , Nimje Harshita , Fulpatile Ajinkya , Neware Rahul
Published: February 2024

The use of credit cards and online banking is expanding exponentially. As more individuals use debit cards, credit cards, and internet banking, the likelihood of falling victim to various forms of fraud also rises. Due to ignorance, credit card company customers have provided their card details, personal information, and one-time password to an unknown bogus caller on several occasions in the recent past. One of the biggest issues facing financial institutions and customers alike is credit card theft. It may result in large financial losses and harm to the financial institution's image. While there are several ways to identify credit card fraud, one of the best is machine learning.By using past data, machine learning algorithms may be trained to recognize trends and abnormalities that point to fraud. The state-of-the-art in machine learning for credit card fraud detection is reviewed in this study. Numerous research on the same subject have been conducted in the past with a variety of well-known machine-learning techniques. However, with a grasp of the notion of hybrid machine learning, we will now examine how well hybrid machine learning performs on the same problem statement.
Exploring UFMC Waveform for Last Meter Connectivity in 6G: A Street Lighting-Driven Approach with Enhanced Simulator for IoT Application Dimensioning
Authors: Georlette Véronique , Honfonga Anne-Carole , Dossou Michel , Moeyaert Véronique
Published: February 2024

In the dynamic landscape of 6G and smart cities, Visible Light Communication (VLC) assumes critical significance for IoT (Internet of Things) applications spanning diverse sectors. The escalating demand for bandwidth and data underscores the need for innovative solutions, positioning VLC as a complementary technology within the electromagnetic spectrum. This paper focuses on the relevance of VLC in the 6G paradigm, shedding light on its applicability across smart cities and industries. The paper highlights the growing efficiency of lighting LEDs in infrastructure, facilitating the seamless integration of VLC. The study then emphasizes VLC’s robustness in outdoor settings, demonstrating effective communication up to 10 meters. This resilience positions VLC as a key player in addressing the very last meter of wireless communication, offering a seamless solution for IoT connectivity. By introducing an a freely available open-source simulator combined to an alternative waveform, UFMC, the study empowers researchers to dimension applications effectively, showcasing VLC’s potential to improve wireless communication in the evolving landscape of 6G and smart cities.
Exact Renormalization Group Dynamics through Schrödinger-Type Equations
Authors: Wojtyra Anna Maria , Stephenson Matthew James
Published: February 2024

We explore the relationship between the exact renormalization group (RG) equation and quantum mechanics. The central idea is to rewrite the exact Wilsonian RG equation as a Schrödinger-type equation, opening avenues for analysis. By introducing a functional transformation, the RG equation takes on a form analogous to a quantum mechanical Schrödinger equation. The study investigates solutions to this equation and draws parallels with quantum mechanics, paving the way for understanding the infrared behavior of quantum field theories. Furthermore, we extends its insights to a one-dimensional toy model, providing illustrative examples. The discussion encompasses the implications of these findings in multiple dimensions and quantum field theory, with a brief exploration of their relevance in the context of inflationary cosmology.
Navigating the Evolution of Game-Based Educational Approaches in Secondary STEM Education: A Decade of Innovations and Challenges
Authors: Fante Chiara , Ravicchio Fabrizio , Manganello Flavio
Published: February 2024

Recently, interest in STEM education has grown among researchers and educators, also considering the skills required to address the challenges of the 21st century. Supporting learning in STEM subjects is an open challenge, especially during secondary education, which is reflected in the implementation of innovative pedagogical practices, including approaches focused on Game-Based Learning (GBL). This study analyzed the main issues addressed by research on game-based educational approaches applied to STEM teaching and learning in secondary school and their evolving trends. A text analysis of abstracts published in the past decade was conducted using T-lab software. The “Word Analysis” function was used for preliminary visual mapping; then the “Specificity Analysis” and “Thematic Analysis of Elementary Contexts” functions were applied to explore changes in research directions and to map the themes covered by the most recent studies. The results showed that the implementation of games in STEM disciplines is a promising area of inquiry. A shift in research directions also emerged, currently more focused on studying how GBL can foster engagement and the emotional component of learning. Adapting to rapidly changing technology and integrating essential skills such as coding and computational thinking are additional challenges that the research community is facing.