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Legal Forms Against Corporations as Perpetrators of Environmental Crime in Indonesia: Study Based on the Environmental Protection and Management Law
Authors: Natsir Muhammad , Ulya Zaki , Rachmad Andi , Krisna Liza Agnesta
Published: August 2024

The Indonesian Criminal Code regulates as a legal subject is a natural person. The development of criminal law in Indonesia has made the perpetrators not only individuals but also corporations. Where corporations are legalised by the state through legislation. One of the Indonesian laws that regulates corporations as offenders is Law of the Republic of Indonesia No. 32 of 2009 on Environmental Protection and Management. The companies in environmental management can control community land with the status of Cultivation Rights Title and Building Rights Title. In reality, however, the regulation of companies as perpetrators of crimes is still weak and there is no uniformity of regulation to have a deterrent effect. The method used in this paper is normative jurisprudential legal research, focusing on the identification of criminal sanctions against corporate environmental offenders, with a legal approach. The results of the research showed that the criminal regulation against the perpetrators of criminal acts has been regulated as an ultimum remedium for certain cases, but it is less assertive towards the victims of criminal acts and requires a firm and fair regulation and binds all parties involved in the legalisation of the corporation and the protection of its victims. The legal regulation of corporate criminal offences in the Criminal Code has not been clearly regulated, but in the Law of the Republic of Indonesia No. 32 of 2009 on Environmental Protection and Management, as one of the sectoral laws, the regulation has been carried out, but has not adopted the legal wisdom prevailing in the community, although it has been established.
A REVIEW OF BONE MARROW ASPIRATE CONCENTRATE THERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS
Authors: Barbari Cody , Pastoriza Sarah , Niu Jianli , Guzman Elvis , Artamendi Sophia , Cohen Jackson
Published: August 2024

Purpose: Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) provides a novel therapeutic option for knee osteoarthritis. The authors aim to systematically evaluate functional and clinical outcomes after BMAC injection treatment for knee osteoarthritis.
Methods: We used articles found in PubMed and Google Scholar using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Studies published from January 2018 through November 2023 on patients treated with a bone marrow aspirate concentrate injection with a focus on grades I-IV Kellgren-Lawrence osteoarthritis of the knee. Reports contained functional and clinical outcomes.
Results: Eleven articles were used in the extraction of data. Eight hundred seventy-six patients were injected with BMAC and 1,010 knees with osteoarthritis were included in this literature review. For studies that passed inclusion and exclusion criteria, reported outcomes included improved pain, function, and quality of life post-procedure.
Conclusion: The literature reviewed indicates that the intraarticular injection of BMAC warrants additional investigation in treating mild to severe osteoarthritis (classified under Kellgren-Lawrence I-IV). Factors such as the preparation and concentration of BMAC remain subjects of ongoing debate and scrutiny. Consequently, further research is needed to determine the feasibility and effectiveness of BMAC as a treatment modality for knee osteoarthritis.
Level of Evidence: IV.
Sadri Maksudi Arsal and the Turkish language revolution
Authors: Scherberger Max Gustav
Published: August 2024

This article examines the role of Sadri Maksudi Arsal in the reform of the Turkish language. Sadri Maksudi devoted most of his works to this topic and thus had a significant impact on Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and the Turkish language revolution. One of his main works is the book "Türk Dili için" (For the Turkish language), in which he called for a radical Turkization of Ottoman writing. In our article we will try to reveal in detail the influence of Sadri Maksudi on Ataturk and his circle and analyze what was realized within the framework of the language revolution. In this paper we will also consider the question of how successful Sadri Maksudi’s approach was. Moreover, we are interested in what language Sadri Maksudi himself used, and how much this corresponded to his requirements for Turkization.
For citation: Scherberger M.G. Sadri Maksudi Arsal and the Turkish language revolution. From History and Culture of Peoples of the Middle Volga Region. 2024, vol.14, no.2, pp.86–99. https://doi.org/10.22378/2410-0765.2024-14-2.86-99 (In Turkish)
Brains and Bones Project: Using Embodied Teaching to Teach Embodiment
Authors: Rosen Sarah Maya , Barton Robert A.
Published: August 2024

This article summarises the initial phase of a new project, Brains and Bones, which seeks to teach audiences of all ages about evolutionary anthropology and the embodied relationships between our brains, bones, and the world around us. Using an embodied teaching paradigm, Brains and Bones conveys information tangibly through interactive and reflexive activities with participants. By enabling participants through an enactive and hands-on approach, we hope to make the rich field of evolutionary anthropology accessible to the wider community and engage audiences with research conducted at Durham University.
Long-term follow-up of the patients with pacemaker leads implanted through persistent left superior vena cava
Authors: Brankovic Nemanja , Radovanovic Nikola , Kircanski Bratislav , Pavlovic Sinisa , Vujadinovic Nikola , Sajic Vojislav , Milasinovic Ana , Bisenic Vesna , Milasinovic Goran
Published: August 2024

Introduction/Objective. Persistent left superior vena cava (PLSVC) is the most common congenital malformation of the thoracic venous system and may often complicate cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) lead implantation. The purpose of this study was to assess feasibility and safety of CIED lead implantation through PLSVC and its long-term efficacy. Methods. This is a retrospective observational study performed in a tertiary center from July 2005 to July 2019 among patients with fully successful implantation of all intended CIED leads through PLSVC. Results. CIED implantation was successfully completed with left-side approach in 26 of 32 (81.3%) patients with PLSVC. The average implantation time was 62, 73.5, 120, 74, 103.3, and 130 minutes and the average fluoroscopy time was 13.3, 20.8, 35.7, 17.1, 45.6, and 42.6 minutes for single and dual-chamber pacemakers, ICD-VR, ICD-DR, CRT-P, and CRT-D devices, respectively. The average follow-up period was 43.5 ? 29.9 months. During the follow-up period no CIED leads-related complications were noticed. Conclusion. The results of our study showed that the presence of PLSVC is not an obstacle for CIED implantation. The long-term follow-up proved stability of CIED leads implanted through PLSVC.
Short review on thermal conductivity of silicon nitride ceramics
Authors: Saponjic Aleksandra , Maslovara Sladjana , Gordic Milan
Published: August 2024

Silicon nitride (Si3N4) with high thermal conductivity is one of the most promising substrate materials for the next-generation power devices. There are several ways to improve thermal conductivity of Si3N4. Substantially higher thermal conductivities for the Si3N4 ceramics could be attained by reduction of lattice oxygen content or by the increasing the ?/? phase ratio during nitridation thus enhancing grain growth during post-sintering. The method of purification of the grains and decreasing the two-grain junction films by adding large ?-Si3N4 grains to the raw Si3N4 powder, seeding by grain growth of Si3N4 crystals in polycrystalline ceramics also improves thermal conductivity. High thermal conductivity can be further achieved by development a textured micro-structure in which elongated ?-Si3N4 grains are oriented almost unidirectional. This paper summarizes the extrinsic factors governing the thermal conductivity of Si3N4 ceramic regarding micro-structural parameters such as lattice defects in single-crystal, sintering additives, change in microstructural parameters like ?/? ratio, grain size, aspect ratio, grain orientation and the morphology, composition of grain-boundary, secondary phases, processing method.
Which orthodontic articles are accessed online the most? Exploring article usage metrics along with citations and altmetrics
Authors: Livas Christos , Delli Konstantina
Published: August 2024

Objectives

To investigate the current state of article usage metrics in orthodontics.

Materials and Methods

Out of all orthodontic journals listed in Journal Citation Reports 2022, the European Journal of Orthodontics and The Angle Orthodontist fulfilled the inclusion criteria. All journal issues published in 2021 were scrutinized for original research articles and systematic reviews/meta-analyses, and the following features were collected: article type, subject, title, number of words and authors, Altmetric Attention Score (AAS), X (formerly Twitter) posts, and Mendeley reads. Article citations, number of publications, and h-index of the last authors were retrieved from Web of Science (WoS).

Results

181 articles were considered eligible. The median number of views and downloads of included articles was 1296 (range: 355–10,233) and 793 (range: 167–3629). Page views, downloads, and total views were significantly correlated with WoS citations (rho > 0.345; P < .001). There was no correlation between usage metrics, AAS, X posts, and Mendeley reads. Number of downloads were significantly higher in studies dealing with new technologies, and where the last author had 1–40 publications or an h-index of 0–30.

Conclusions

Page views, downloads, and total views were positively correlated with WoS citations and, therefore, may serve as an early estimate of future citations. Significant variations in article downloads may be expected in relation to article subject, scientific productivity, and impact of the last authors.
ENERGY AND EXERGY ANALYSIS OF GREEN HYDROGEN PRODUCTION
Authors: Büyük Pinar , Eryaşar Ahmet
Published: August 2024

Biomass pyrolysis and gasification define as effective thermal technologies to produce sustainable hydrogen from biomass sources. The fundamental aim of this paper compare analysis of energy and exergy a pyrolysis and gasification system. The suggested process conditions occurs two main step as low and high temperature pyrolysis and gasification at 500֯C and 900֯C respectively. The analysis coupled with thermodynamic equilibrium calculate and model implement to product hydrogen with a detailed comparison of the energy and exergy performance of a downdraft gasifier and pyrolysis ipinartamplement using wood chips as the biomass materials. This paper examines energy and exergy yield of two different thermal conversion methods to produce energy. So, the optimum model conditions chose as pyrolysis at 900֯ C with lower energy consumption and not uses agent materials. The energy and exergy analyses are performed two different temperature for all process. The results from the model shows that the energy yield of pyrolysis calculate as 60% and 94% at 500֯ C and 900֯ C. The effects of changing temperature on energy and exergy yield are reported.
FUCOM, MABAC ve Tamsayılı Programlama Yöntemleri ile İç Denetim Takviminin Planlanması
Authors: Akay Müge , Kundakcı Nilsen
Published: August 2024

Günümüzde birçok kurumsal şirketin bünyesinde iç denetim departmanı bulunmaktadır. Özellikle çok fazla departmana sahip olan ya da çok fazla grup şirketi, fabrikası, bölge müdürlüğü veya şubeleri olan işletmelerde iç denetim faaliyetlerinin etkin bir şekilde planlanması ve bu plana bağlı kalınması zor bir süreçtir. Denetim planlaması yaparken işletme, üst yönetiminin istekleri, işletmenin riskleri, denetim maliyetleri, denetçi sayısı gibi kriterleri değerlendirerek bir plan oluşturmalıdır. Bu çalışmada, bir üretim işletmesinde çalışan iç denetçilerin bölge müdürlükleri ve işletmenin diğer departmanlarına gerçekleştireceği denetimler için belirlenen kriterler Çok Kriterli Karar Verme (ÇKKV) yöntemlerinden FUCOM (Full Consistency Method) yöntemi ile ağırlıklandırılmıştır. Daha sonra bir diğer ÇKKV yöntemi olan MABAC (Multi-Attributive Border Approximation Area Comparison) ile yapılması gereken denetimler en riskli olandan en risksiz olana göre sıralanmış ve denetimlerin risk seviyelerine göre ne kadar sürmesi gerektiği belirlenmiştir. Denetim süreleri belirlendikten sonra tamsayılı programlama yöntemi yardımı ile bir denetim takvimi oluşturulmuştur. Bu sayısal yöntemlerden yararlanılarak oluşturulan denetim takviminin manuel olarak hazırlanan iç denetim takvimlerine göre daha etkin ve verimli olması ayrıca denetim takvimine uyumun daha yüksek olması beklenmektedir.
Dağıtım Transformatörleri İçin En Sıcak Nokta Sıcaklığına Dayalı Bir Ömür Sayacının Tasarımı Ve Saha Uygulaması
Authors: Dirik Hasan , Gezegin Cenk , Ozgonenel Okan , Geyikoğlu Ali , Sancaktar İdris
Published: August 2024

Genellikle ömürleri 30 yıl civarında olacak şekilde tasarlanan transformatörlerin gerçek ömrünü belirleyen en önemli parametre sargı yalıtımlarının maruz kaldığı aşırı sıcaklıklardır. Sargı yalıtımının maruz kaldığı sıcaklığın kritik sıcaklığı aşması halinde yaşlanma hızı beklenen değerin çok üzerine çıkarken altında yaşlanma çok daha yavaş olmaktadır. Bu yüzden bir transformatörün sargı sıcaklığının doğru bir biçimde izlenebilmesi ile transformatörün yaşlanma hızının ve kalan ömrünün doğru bir biçimde tayin edilebilmesi mümkündür. Bu çalışmada bu bilgilere dayanılarak geliştirilen bir ömür sayacı cihazının tasarımı ve saha uygulaması anlatılmıştır. Tasarımda kullanılan hesaplama yöntemi ilk olarak gerçek zamanlı akım ve gerilim değerleri üzerinden hesaplanan sargı direncini kullanarak ortalama sargı sıcaklığı (OSS) değerini hesaplamaktadır. Sonraki adımda ise OSS ile birlikte transformatörün tepe yağ sıcaklığı (TYS) ve çevre sıcaklığı da kullanılarak sargı en sıcak nokta sıcaklığı (ESNS) bulunmaktadır. Son adımda ise sargı ESNS değeri üzerinden transformatörün yaşlanma hızına ve kullanılan/kalan ömür değerlerine ulaşılmaktadır. Cihaz, transformatörün kullanılan ve kalan ömrünü izlemenin yanında aşırı sıcaklığa bağlı olarak kullanıcıya uyarı ve alarm işaretleri de üretebilmekte ve enerji verimli soğutma kontrolü yapabilmektedir. Geliştirilen transformatör ömür sayacı cihazı ölçtüğü ve hesapladığı verileri üzerinde yer alan bir dokunmatik ekran ile kullanıcıya sunabildiği gibi kablosuz internet bağlantısı üzerinden bir sunucuya da aktarmaktadır.
Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Masonry Materials Under Compressive Loading: Experimental and Numerical Study
Authors: Çelik Alper , Anıl Ozgur , Mercimek Ömer , Akkaya Sercan Tuna , Turan Ahmet İhsan
Published: August 2024

Masonry structures are buildings whose load-bearing system consists of vertical walls made of different units such as bricks, aerated concrete or natural stones. Masonry structures are quite common because they can be built quickly and economically with the use of local materials without requiring skilled labor. In the design of masonry structures and in the analyses of existing masonry structures, it is very important to determine the mechanical properties of the material accurately and to use them in the calculation models created with the micro model technique. In this study, the mechanical behaviour of hollow brick, clay brick and aerated concrete masonry units under uniaxial compressive loading was investigated experimentally for the purpose of masonry analysis. Using the experimental results, the concrete damage plasticity (CDP) model is proposed for the clay-based brick material for applications to be analysed by micro modelling technique in finite element software. The method used in the study will provide light for experimental studies to be carried out to determine the mechanical properties of different types of masonry units and to reflect them to the analysis models.
Enhancing Cybersecurity against Ransomware Attacks Using LSTM Deep Learning Method: A Case Study on Android Devices
Authors: Karaca Hatice , Tekerek Adem
Published: August 2024

The rapid advancement of technology brings new threats to the digital world. One of these threats is malicious ransomware attacks. Ransomware is malicious software that demands ransom from innocent users by blocking access to information systems. Since traditional methods are limited to predefined blacklists, they may be ineffective against unknown ransomware types. Deep learning methods, on the other hand, offer a sensitive defense mechanism against anomalies by learning normal behavior patterns. In this study, the Internet logs of Android devices consisting of 392,034 rows and 86 columns were studied using the Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) model. The dataset contains 14 different Android ransomware families and harmless traffic. Data preprocessing steps include missing data management, outlier analysis, feature selection, coding operations, and data normalization/standardization. The dataset was split at 80% training - 20% test ratio, and it was determined that the 80% training - 20% test split had the highest accuracy. The developed LSTM based classification model achieved successful results with 99% accuracy rate and 0.99 F1-score.
CH4-CO2 Fuel Mixture Combustion and Emission Characteristics in a Combi Boiler Combustor
Authors: Toslak Ahmet Haşim , Variyenli Halil İbrahim , Karyeyen Serhat
Published: August 2024

Biogas can be obtained from agricultural, animal, and waste, replacing natural gas in heating systems. Because of that, studying its combustion characteristics will be valuable. This study investigates biogas combustion characteristics in a natural gas-powered heating system. Various CH4-CO2 biogas fuel mixtures were analyzed experimentally and numerically for a thermal power of 13 and 31 kW. In the experimental part of the study, the fuel mixtures were burned, and the temperature and the NOX were measured. The standard k-ε turbulence model and Eddy Dissipation Concept were used in the present study's numerical part. The model was validated with the measured data. The modeling results are in agreement with the measurements. Various fuel mixtures were then modeled to seek varying inlet temperature and O2 concentration effects on the combustion characteristics of the biogas fuel mixtures studied. It was concluded that as the amount of CO2 in the fuel mixture was increased the flame temperature decreased linearly from about 1900 K to 1775 K. NOx concentrations in the combustion product decreased from about 10 ppm to below 2 ppm. It was also concluded that air preheating and change in O2 concentration in the oxidizer affected the flame temperatures and NOx considerably.
Long-term Remission of Severe and Refractory Chronic Actinic Dermatosis with Dupilumab: A Case Report with Review of the Literature
Authors: Clélia Vanhaecke  , Manuelle Viguier
Published: August 2024

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Better Assessment of Progress of SDG 8 and Progress of all SDGs
Authors:   Indian Maritime University, Chakrabartty Satyendra
Published: August 2024

Background: Methods of SDG index depicting progress and extent of sustainability achieved by normalizing the indicators and weighted sum suffer from limitations and lead to different rankings. Methods: The paper proposes multiplicatine aggregation to compute country-level Index for overall progress of SDG-8 and progress of all the 17 SDGs at global level. Results: The proposed index satisfies desirable properties and facilitates identification of critical targets requiring managerial attention for correcting policy measures, assessment of progress over time, distance from the SDG targets at a given time-point, testing statistical hypothesis of equality of for two different countries for a given year and also for equality of for two successive time points., plotting of progress path at country level and computing measure of similarity between such paths registered by a pair of countries. Conclusion: The proposed method of multiplicative aggregations without scaling and choosing weights offers significant benefits and contributes to improve aggregation of SDG avoiding major limitations of existing methods of aggregations, is recommended. Future studies suggested.
Reflexiones sobre la Educación Contable en Latinoamérica durante el periodo 2015-2022
Authors:   Universidad Americana, Paraguay, Chung Chap Kau Kwan , Alegre Brítez Miguel Ángel ,   Universidad Nacional de Asunción, Paraguay
Published: August 2024

This research provides an introspective analysis of accounting education in Latin America during the period 2018-2022, through a qualitative documentary study. The main goal is to portray this education in detail in the specified period. The study closely examines the developing trends, challenges to be overcome and opportunities available in the training of accounting professionals in the region. It highlights the adaptation to technological changes and global standards. This analysis shows the progression of the accounting field in Latin America, its ability to respond to global disruptions and the preparation of accountants who have the ability to operate in this constantly changing environment.
Uso de índices ambientais como indicadores de qualidade da arborização urbana no Campus 1 da PUC- Campinas
Authors: Cordeiro Danielle , Longo Regina
Published: August 2024

A arborização urbana traz inúmeros benefícios para as cidades, é importante que a arborização seja planejada adequadamente, para mitigar os efeitos negativos da ação humana. No entanto, em locais que já são arborizados, é necessário reconhecer a vegetação presente e buscar alternativas de adaptação. O objetivo deste trabalho foi compreender as principais características da vegetação já presente em áreas urbanas do Campus I da PUC-Campinas e apontar caminhos para integrar elementos que melhorem a qualidade da arborização. A área em questão é de extremo interesse ambiental e abriga remanescentes florestais fragmentados com poucas conexões com outras áreas ambientais. O estudo foi baseado em dados fornecidos pela universidade. A arborização foi classificada de acordo com a estrutura das árvores com base no arranjo e densidade da vegetação, os dados coletados foram utilizados para analisar a diversidade da arborização. As análises indicaram a boa qualidade ecológica da vegetação, mas há uma situação de paridade entre espécies exóticas e nativas, o que contribui para o aumento do isolamento de remanescentes florestais no campo.
Model Pembelajaran Cooperative Integrated Reading And Composition (CIRC) Dalam Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam
Authors: Yuniendel Ratna Kasni , Mardiah Ainil , Trinova Zulvia
Published: August 2024

Students have difficulty improving in thematic learning, so we need interesting media for students by using flashcards (picture cards) in learning. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of flashcard learning media (picture cards) on improving learning outcomes for elementary school students. This type of quasi-experimental research. The population in this study were all students in grades VA and VB as many as 36 students. Sampling was carried out using the Saturated Sampling technique and the class selected as the experimental class was VA and the control class was VB. Data collection techniques were carried out by observation, testing and documentation. The data analysis technique was carried out by normality test, homogeneity test, and hypothesis testing using SPSS 26. The research results based on data analysis, obtained that the rcount hypothesis test value is greater than rtable with a significant level of 5% for N 18 rtable is 0.468%, then the hypothesis Ha: there is an effect of the use of flashcard learning media (picture cards) on improving learning outcomes for fifth grade elementary school students by 33.55%.
Pengaruh Ekstrakurikuler Tahfiz Alquran Terhadap Karakter Religius Siswa SMP N 3 Sungai Pua
Authors: Nisa Khairun , Alfurqan
Published: August 2024

This research is motivated by the fact that there are still students who do not display a religious character in implementing tahfidz Al-Qur'an at SMPN 3 Sungai Pua. This research aims to determine the implementation of extracurricular tahfidz Alquran students at SMPN 3 Sungai Pua, determine the implementation of the religious character of students at SMPN 3 Sungai Pua, and determine the influence of extracurricular tahfiz Alquran on the religious character of students at SMPN 3 Sungai Pua.  This research uses quantitative methods with a correlational approach. Data was taken from 32 respondents using total sampling technique. Data collection was carried out through tahfidz tests and questionnaires. Then the data was analyzed using SPSS 26 for Windows. The research results show i). based on descriptive data on the implementation of extracurricular tahfiz Alquran and the religious character of students at SMPN 3 Sungai Pua is in the medium category, ii) there is a significant influence between extracurricular tahfiz Alquran on the religious character of students at SMPN 3 Sungai Pua, significance value is 0.000<0.005. The influence of extracurricular tahfiz Alquran on religious character was 41.3% while the remaining 58.7% was influenced by other factors that could not be examined in this study. The results of this research can be used as initial data for future researchers in studying problems in different issue contexts.
DETERMINATION OF IL1β MRNA GENE EXPRESSION IN WOMEN WITH GENITAL ENDOMETRIOSIS ASSOCIATED WITH INFERTILITY
Authors: Bakun Oksana
Published: August 2024

As you know, endometriosis is considered as a chronic inﬂ ammatory disease. It is thanks to IL that it possible to make an association with the development of endometriosis. Despite the large number of studies to identify and search for noninvasive early diagnostic markers of genital endometriosis, and treatment this problem remains relevant today. It is important to introduce early diagnosis of genital endometriosis for the purpose of timely prevention and treatment.Objective: to study the level of IL-1β mRNA gene expression in women with genital endometriosis associated with infertility.Material and methods. To analyze gene expression IL-1β and determination of relative normalized mRNA expression IL-1β used the polymerase chain reaction method with real-time reverse transcription (RT-PCR). The object for molecular genetic studies by the RT-PCR method was the fraction of mononuclear cells isolated from the whole blood of patients with endometriosis. In this study, we performed a retrospective analysis of the medical records of 30 women with infertility undergoing an assisted reproductive technology program. The main group consisted of 20 women diagnosed with external genital endometriosis who underwent assisted reproductive technologies. The control group consisted of 10 women who had tubal infertility due to a previous inﬂ ammatory disease, but according to the results of a comprehensive clinical and laboratory examination, they were compared to healthy women. These women, aged 21 to 42 years, with a mean age of 29.75 years. This study was conducted at the Bukovynian State Medical University and the clinic «Yuzko Medical Center». Results. In the main group, the IL-1β mRNA gene expression level before was 26.7877±0.01, which was signiﬁ cantly higher than the level in women of the control group (0.4512±0.01*). Therefore, it is possible to note a high level of IL-1β mRNA gene expression in the whole blood of women of the main group.Conclusions. Extremely high expression of mRNA genes IL-1β indicates a close connection between the pathogenesis of endometriosis and inﬂ ammation.
METHODS OF OPTIMIZING SURGICAL CARE FOR THE ADULT POPULATION TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF MEDICAL SERVICES AND PUBLIC HEALTH CARE
Authors: Kozar Yuri
Published: August 2024

Given the increasing demands on the quality of medical services and the changing demographic composition of the population, the issue of optimizing surgical care is of particular importance. The purpose of the article is to systematize existing data, analyze current practices, and identify potential avenues for improving adult surgical treatment. Special attention is given to the implementation of advanced technologies and increasing the overall accessibility of high-quality surgical care. The research results contribute to the advancement of medicine, improvement of patients’ quality of life, and the eﬀ ectiveness of medical services.
CURRENT VIEWS ON THE DEVELOPMENT AND PECULIARITIES OF THE COURSE OF JAW OSTEOMYELITIS AMONG DRUG ADDICTED PATIENTS
Authors: Murynjuk Vasyl , Bambuliak Andrii
Published: August 2024

The review presents certain data dealing with the current issues concerning jaw osteomyelitis in patients with compromised drug addiction past history. In the scientiﬁ c literature, the information about increased occurrence of osteomyelitis among the population and deterioration of inﬂ ammatory processes of the cranial bones appears much more often. Purulent-i nﬂ ammatory diseases of the head and neck are one of the urgent problems of surgical dentistry, since their frequency ranges from 40 to 60 % of cases in the structure of patients’ requests for hospital aid. Odontogenic inﬂ ammatory diseases constitute about 98 % among all the inﬂ ammatory diseases of the maxillofacial area. They are associated with an infected tooth present promoting the development of pathological process. The use of drugs considerably aﬀ ects the immune system and misrepresents the course of immune reactions. Therefore, the problem of odontogenic osteomyelitis in drug addicted remains rather relevant. It promotes scientists and clinicians to search the ways to solve it. It is associated with continuous increase of the number of patients, insu ﬃ cient awareness of pathogenesis, severity of clinical course, low eﬃ ciency of current therapeutic methods, a long period of inability to work, high percentage of relapses and complications, resulting in disability and lethal outcome.
LITERATURA E EDUCAÇÃO: a importância das obras de Lima barreto no currículo da Educação Básica e na formação de identidades de estudantes negros
Authors: Ribeiro Neto Alexandre , Slemen Nadja
Published: August 2024

Este trabalho tem como objetivo principal refletir sobre a relevância do estudo sobre a literatura afro-brasileira nas escolas, considerando que as reflexões sobre obras e autores negros possam contribuir não só na luta contra o racismo como também na construção da identidade de alunos e alunas negras. Para tanto, será apresentado o romancista Lima Barreto, que foi silenciado por mostrar uma literatura de combate ao preconceito e discriminação. Para este trabalho, escolhemos seu livro Cemitério dos vivos. Utilizamos como suporte teórico-metodológico Candido (1965; 2004); ao mesmo tempo, consultamos Pollak (1989) para compreender o motivo do silenciamento do autor dentro e fora da Academia Brasileira de Letras. Recorremos a Saviani (2008; 2015) para problematizar a pouca frequência de utilização das obras do autor e para compreender a importância da Literatura na Educação Básica, ressaltando seu caráter formativo dentro das disciplinas que formam a base do currículo das Ciências Humanas. Denunciamos que esse silenciamento descumpre a legislação educacional –Lei nº 10.639/2003 e a Lei nº 11.645/2008 –, que determina a obrigatoriedade do ensino da cultura dos afrodescentes e da História da África na Educação Básica. Como resultados do trabalho, esperamos que, a obra e o autor possam contribuir para a formação da identidade de crianças negras na Educação Básica, da mesma forma que Cruz e Sousa e outros escritores negros e afrodescentes, que não foram silenciados –entre eles o próprio Machado de Assis.
Sustainable Development and Energy Efficiency in Industry: Interdependence and Mutual Dependence in Modern Conditions
Authors:   Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Guo Zhenyu
Published: August 2024

The article examines the specifics of the implementation of these two directions of domestic policy, as well as the relationship that can be traced between the reduction of the energy intensity of the national economy and the opportunities for the effective consolidation of the principles of sustainable development in production processes. The research aims to identify signs of interdependence and mutual dependence between the concepts of sustainable development and energy efficiency improvement under modern conditions. At the same time, the author provides a theoretical analysis of the content of the relevant terms, the scope of their use and the expansion of the field of functioning. The policy of sustainable development and the strategy for achieving energy efficiency are considered both abstractly, in relation to the entire world community, and objectively, in relation to Russia. Characteristic interrelations between the indicated directions of economic regulation policy are identified. It is concluded that the principles of energy efficiency in industrial production underpin the sustainable development of the global economy. However, in modern conditions, technological modernization of energy production and consumption methods, along with accelerated reductions in the energy intensity of production, including in Russia, is necessary.
KEANEKARAGAMAN REEPS (RARE, ENDANGERED, ENDEMIC, PROTECTED SPECIES) DI AREA AMFITEATER, CILETUH PALABUHANRATU UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
Authors: Wulandari Indri , Parikesit Parikesit , Supangkat Budiawati , Megantara Erri Noviar , Shanida Sya Sya
Published: August 2024

Ciletuh-Palabuhanratu UNESCO Global Geopark (CPUGG) merupakan salah satu kawasan yang dikembangkan menjadi kawasan pariwisata. Dengan statusnya sebagai UNESCO Global Geopark, CiletuhPalabuhanratu ditetapkan sebagai kawasan konservasi keanekaragaman geologi, hayati, dan budaya. Pengembangan pariwisata ini ditujukan salah satunya untuk meningkatkan perekonomian masyarakat lokal. Di sisi lain, kawasan CPUGG ini diketahui memiliki keanekaragaman hayati dilindungi dengan status Rare, Endangered, Endemic, and Protected Species (REEPS) dan terancam punah. Salah satu lokasi keberadaan keanekaragaman hayati dilindungi adalah di area amfiteater yang berada di wilayah Kecamatan Ciemas. Oleh karena itu, perlu diketahui jenis – jenis REEPS yang terdapat di area tersebut. Studi ini melakukan pendekatan kualitatif melalui studi literatur dan observasi lapangan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat 15 jenis REEPS, terdiri dari 1 jenis flora dan 14 jenis fauna, meliputi 5 jenis Avifauna, 1 jenis Herpetofauna, dan 8 jenis Mammalia. Lokasi ditemukannya jenis – jenis REEPS tersebut sebagian berdekatan atau bahkan berada di lokasi – lokasi yang menjadi daya tarik wisata kawasan CPUGG.
Correlation between Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR), lipid profile, lesion location and vascular cognitive impairment in acute ischemic stroke patients
Authors: Ristinawati Ira , Tan Kenneth , Benedictus Benedictus , Hafizhan Muhammad , Putra Stefanus Erdana , Suroto Suroto , Mirawati Diah Kurnia , Subandi Subandi , Danuaji Rivan , Budianto Pepi , Hambarsari Yetty , Hamidi Baarid Luqman , Prabaningtyas Hanindia Riani , Hutabarat Ervina Arta Jayanti , Tejomukti Teddy , Tedjo Raden Andi Ario
Published: August 2024

Background: Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability with significant clinical and socioeconomic impact worldwide. Hyperlipidemia and inflammation play major roles in ischemic stroke. This research focuses on the correlation of three factors, namely Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR), lipid profile, and lesion location, with Vascular Cognitive Impairment (VCI). These factors may serve as potential predictors for VCI.
Purpose: This research aims to study the correlation between NLR, lipid profile, and lesion location with vascular cognitive impairment. Besides, this research aims to explore those potential biomarkers as predictors of vascular cognitive impairment.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional study which included 107 patients diagnosed with ischemic stroke from February 2022 to January 2023 with a history of admission to the hospital within 72 hours. After signed an informed consent form, every patient had history taking, physical exam, lipid profile, routine blood test, Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Montreal Cognitive Assessment Indonesian Version (MoCA-Ina) on the first hospital day. Statistical tests were done with Spearman correlation method.
Results: The data distribution was not normal for INR and MoCA-INA values (p<0.05).  Total cholesterol was insignificantly (p=0.092) correlated with MoCA-INA score with low correlation value (r=-0.293). HDL was significantly (p=0.035) correlated with MoCA-INA score with moderate correlation value (r=0.461). LDL was significantly (p=0.028) correlated with MoCA-INA score with low correlation value (r=-0.387). Triglycerides was insignificantly (p=0.440) correlated with MoCA-INA score with very weak correlation value (r=-0.137). NLR was significantly (p=0.015) correlated with MoCA-INA score with moderate correlation value (r=-0.412).
Conclusions: Lipid profile is correlated with cognitive impairment in post stroke patients, with HDL being a protective factor, and LDL as risk factor. NLR was associated with worse cognitive function and LDL was directly proportional to NLR. Lesion location reporting was highly heterogeneous and more uniformed reporting is recommended for future research.
HUBUNGAN PERHATIAN ORANG TUA TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR ANAK USIA DINI
Authors: Kaisar Agung
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara perhatian orang tua dan hasil belajar siswa di salah satu TK di Desa Rondaman Dolok, Kabupaten Padang Lawas Utara. Metode yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif dengan pendekatan korelasional, yang memungkinkan untuk mengukur pengaruh perhatian orang tua, yang mencakup dukungan emosional, keterlibatan dalam aktivitas belajar, dan komunikasi rutin, terhadap prestasi akademik siswa. Sampel penelitian terdiri dari 15 siswa yang dipilih menggunakan teknik cluster sampling. Hasil analisis data menunjukkan bahwa perhatian orang tua berhubungan signifikan dengan hasil belajar anak usia dini, dengan nilai signifikansi (Sig.) sebesar 0,000 dan koefisien korelasi (R) sebesar 0,908, menunjukkan adanya hubungan positif yang kuat. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa perhatian yang diberikan orang tua, dalam bentuk dukungan emosional dan keterlibatan aktif, berkontribusi secara signifikan terhadap peningkatan prestasi akademik siswa. Hasil penelitian ini mendukung teori yang menyatakan bahwa keterlibatan dan dukungan orang tua memainkan peran penting dalam meningkatkan motivasi dan hasil belajar anak.
Expanded corporate social responsibility framework: Private sector’s role in improving junior staffers’ homeownership to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11
Authors: Ebekozien Andrew , Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed Hafez , Aigbavboa Clinton , Samsurijan Mohamad Shaharudin , Awo-Osagie Andrew Igiebor , Al-Hasan Abubakar Zakariyya
Published: August 2024

Low-cost housing homeownership funding for junior staffers is challenging in private sector organisations, especially in developing countries. Motivating private sector investment in junior staffers’ homeownership via a developed expanded corporate social responsibility (ECSR) may promote achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11). Therefore, the study investigates the role of the ECSR framework in improving Nigeria’s private sector junior staffers’ homeownership and achieving SDG 11. Data were collected via face-to-face interviews with selected participants in six of Nigeria’s geo-political zones. The study adopted thematic analysis to analyse the collected data. Six variables emerged from the 18 re-clustered sub-variables. This includes institutionalising ECSR in low-income homeownership, housing finance for junior staffers’ homeownership, and housing incentives and stakeholders’ participation for low-income earners. The research employed six variables and 18 sub-variables to develop the improved private sector’s junior staffers’ homeownership via ECSR and achieving SDG 11 (sustainable cities and communities) and their targets. The research presents a novel approach by attempting to integrate SDG 11 with Corporate Social Housing, an extension of corporate social responsibility, especially to align the SDGs with evolving perspectives on Expanded Corporate Social Responsibility in Nigeria.
Acceptance and use of live streaming on metaverse in Vietnam: An analysis with the UTAUT2
Authors: Nguyen Anh-Hoai Duc , Pham Nhi-Uyen Truong , Lin Po-Tsun , Dang Tri-Quan , Tran Phuc-Thien , Le Tung-Thanh , Phan Tien-Thao Cong , Nguyen Luan-Thanh
Published: August 2024

Virtual environments like the Metaverse have been gaining popularity in recent years. Live streaming has gained popularity as a favorite way to entertain among social network users, thanks to its real-time authenticity. This study will utilize the Extended Unified Theory of Acceptability and Use of Technology (UTAUT2) to examine the factors influencing the adoption of live streaming in the Metaverse, a new platform with greater immersion, among citizens in Vietnam. The research used a quantitative approach, collected data from a sample of participants through a structured questionnaire including Performance Expectancy (PEE), Effort Expectancy (EEF), Social Influence (SCI), Hedonic Motivation (HEM), and Experience (EXP). Additionally, technological Self-Efficacy (TSE) as an extended alternative is thought to influence that relationship as well. Results from the PLS-SEM technique was used to examine perception, acceptance, and adoption differences among demographic groups. Remarkably, the results show experience has a remarkable impact on the relationship between behavioral intention and the adoption use Metaverse for livestreaming. This study contributes theoretical value for investors and researchers on the entertainment and technology sectors due to the abilities of the live-streaming industry and the advanced features of metaverse in this digital world.
Regulatory framework for environmental protection and analysis of the perception of coastal waste management practices in Libreville conurbation, Gabon
Authors: Mouloungui Kussu Leslie Bertha , Ada Nzoughé épouse Obounou Corine , Agbogan Agogno , Dounwourgue Nagbandjoa , Eyindanga René Casimir Zoo , Beka Annie Beka , Vimenyo Messan
Published: August 2024

Over the last few decades, demographic growth combined with poorly controlled urbanization has confronted African cities with a variety of environmental protection challenges. As part of a gradual awareness-raising process, African countries have ratified conventions and adopted a series of laws to protect the environment. Since independence (1960), Gabon has adopted legal instruments to provide a better framework for environmental protection. Despite the existence of well-developed legislation, the Libreville conurbation faces difficulties in waste management. This situation contributes to the degradation of the coastal zone. This study aims to analyse stakeholders’ perceptions of environmental protection regulations in solid waste management practices along the coastline of the Libreville metropolitan area in Gabon. The methodology includes documentary research, field observations, and surveys of 300 study area participants. The results show that the degradation of the coastline is due to a lack of awareness and compliance with the laws governing environmental protection and waste management. As a result, waste disposal practices such as dumping in nature, waterways, illegal dumps, and gutters are commonplace among the population. To achieve sustainable coastal zone management, it is essential to apply regulatory texts and involve stakeholders in improving planning and the quality of the coastal environment.
Parasternal thoracotomy via sternocostal disarticulation: a novel surgical approach to the canine thorax
Authors: Weiland Ana K. , Howard Jennifer , Moussavi Ardalan , Kimberlin W. Wesley , Anderson Mark
Published: August 2024

OBJECTIVE

To describe the technique and outcomes of a modified paramedian thoracic approach in dogs involving a parasternal thoracotomy via rib disarticulation at the sternocostal joint.

ANIMALS

93 client-owned dogs.

METHODS

Medical records of dogs that underwent parasternal thoracotomy at a private practice between the years 2015 and 2021 were reviewed. Signalment, weight, clinical presentation, surgical details, complications, and short-term outcomes were recorded. Cox proportional hazards regression models were utilized to analyze the impact of covariates on hazard events. Kaplan-Meier curves were employed to evaluate survival functions for select variables.

RESULTS

Parasternal thoracotomy via sternocostal disarticulation was performed in 93 dogs. Eighty-eight dogs (94.6%) survived the procedure. Eighty-three dogs (89.2%) survived to discharge from the hospital. Age, weight, postoperative time to eating, postoperative ambulation, and surgical or anesthetic duration were not significantly associated with survival to discharge. Thoracostomy tube duration significantly decreased the likelihood for survival to discharge; for each additional hour of thoracostomy tube placement, the odds of survival to discharge diminished by 5.7% (hazard ratio, 0.94; 95% CI, 0.912 to 0.976).

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Parasternal thoracotomy via rib disarticulation at the sternocostal joints may be a viable alternative to median sternotomy that does not require specialized equipment for bilateral hemithoracic visualization. Postoperative complications and short-term outcomes are comparable to those reported for the traditional median sternotomy approach. Prolonged thoracostomy tube duration may impact survival to discharge.
Pain healing potential of famous traditional fermented Rhododendron (Lali-Guras) beverages from Indo-Nepal Himalaya: In vitro and in silic
o evaluation
Authors: Majumder Soumya , Chakraborty Sourav , Ghosh Arindam , Subba Sarda , Bhattacharya Malay
Published: August 2024

This in vitro and in silico study was designed to validate acclaimed anti-inflammatory or pain-relieving properties of fermented ethnic beverages prepared from Rhododendron or Guras flowers in the Singalila ridge- the famous Rhododendron growing region of the Himalayas. Traditional beverages Guras wine and its distilled version Guras Raksi were considered in this study which were collected from Gairibas, a village situated in Indo-Nepal Singalila Ridge of the Himalayas. In vitro protein (albumin) denaturation inhibition assay was conducted to evaluate anti-inflammatory activity of the samples and later GC-MS analysis was carried out to identify anti-inflammatory compounds present in those beverages. From GC-MS results, eleven major metabolites such as 5-hydroxymethylfurfural; quinic acid; clionasterol; l-(+)-ascorbic acid, 2,6-dihexadecanoate; d-sorbitol; cis-cinnamic acid; tyrosol; lupeol; methyl commate A; 2-hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone; and 1,3-propanediol, 2-(hydroxymethyl)- 2-nitro- were chosen for molecular docking with human cyclooxygenase-1 (hCOX-1), an important targets in the drug-design for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Among all query compounds, phytosterol- clionasterol and triterpenoid- lupeol and methyl commate A exhibited considerably high binding energy scores (<-8 kcal/mol) even compared to anti-inflammatory drugs- acetaminophen and ibuprofen. Outcome of this research affirmed the potential of Gurasbased traditional drinks in the healing of different forms of high-altitudinal stress induced pain.