bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of neck-specific exercises with and without internet support on cervical range of motion and neck muscle endurance in chronic whiplash-associated disorders: analysis of functional outcomes of a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Peterson Gunnel , Nilsing Strid Emma , Jönsson Margaretha , Hävermark Jesper , Peolsson Anneli
Published: July 2024

Objective: To compare the effects of a neck-specific exercise programme with internet support and 4 physiotherapist sessions (NSEIT) and the same neck-specific exercises supervised by a physiotherapist (NSE) on neck muscle endurance and cervical range of motion.
Design: Randomized controlled trial.
Patients: A total of 140 participants with chronic whiplash-associated disorders grade II or grade III were randomly assigned to the NSEIT or NSE groups.
Methods: Outcomes were changes in active cervical range of motion, cranio-cervical flexion test, neck muscle endurance, and neck pain, at 3- and 15-month follow-ups.
Results: There were no significant differences between the NSEIT and NSE groups. There was a significant group-by-time inter-action effect in active cervical range of motion flexion/extension where the NSEIT group improved to 3-month follow-up, but the NSE group did not. Both groups were significantly improved over time in all other outcomes (p < 0.001) at 3- and 15-month follow-ups, with effect size between 0.64 and 1.35 in active cervical range of motion, cranio-cervical flexion test, dorsal neck muscle endurance, and neck pain, and effect size between 0.22 and 0.42 in ventral neck muscle endurance.
Conclusion: Both NSE and NSEIT led to improved neck function. Depending on the patients’ needs, either NSE or NSEIT could be used as treatment for patients with chronic whiplash-associated disorders.
An Insights of Bioactive Elements on Malignancy: Mechanistic Avenues
Authors: V Sandhiya
Published: July 2024

Background: Cancer is the world’s leading cause of death today. Cancer patients’ outcomes have significantly improved as surgery, radiotherapy, and pharmaceuticals have advanced. Moreover this article has been made to review some medicinal plants used for the treating cancer disease the plant sources of India are likely to provide effective anticancer agents. Herbs have a vital role in the prevention and treatment of cancer. Examples are provided in this review of promising bioactive compounds obtained from various plants with medicinal and other therapeutic uses. Main Body: Fortunately the basic mechanisms of cancer are unknown. Natural remedies have recently been shown to be beneficial for an extensive list of ailments, and they have played an important role in the development of new therapies. An extensive amount of research suggests that bioactive substances may improve the outcome of cancer patients using a variety of mechanisms such as inflammation of the endoplasmic reticulum, epigenetic changes, and oxidative stress reduction. Short Conclusion: In this part, we go over the most recent research on bioactive substances identified in organic goods for the treatment of cancer, as well as an overview of the underlying mechanisms of the pathological process.
Citotoxicidad de la ocratoxina A sobre la propagación celular de HepG2
Authors: Contreras Altahona Francisco J , Jaimes Méndez Nancy , Gil Durán Manuel Alejandro , Rojas Contreras Olga Liliana
Published: July 2024

La ocratoxina A (OTA) es un metabolito secundario producido por hongos de los géneros Aspergillus y Penicillum, con efecto tóxico para diversos seres vivos, se encuentra en una gran diversidad de alimentos y piensos para animales, por esta razón radica la importancia de estimar los efectos tóxicos de la OTA en la línea celular HepG2 mediante la inhibición de la proliferación celular y determinar los cambios morfológicos en las células y su correlación con la apoptosis. La línea celular HepG2 se expuso durante 48 y 72 horas a concentraciones de 1,0; 2,5; 10 y 15 µM de OTA liofilizada; a continuación, la actividad antiproliferativa de la micotoxina se calculó aplicando el método colorimétrico MTT (bromuro de 3-(4,5-dimetil-2-tiazolil)-2,5-difeniltetrazolio).  Posteriormente, en células HepG2 tratadas con 10µM de OTA por 48 horas se analizaron los cambios morfológicos relacionados con la muerte celular apoptótica por microscopia electrónica de transmisión. La propagación de las células HepG2 se afecta desde la concentración de 2,5µM de OTA, en contraste con el control. Después, se realizó la medición de la concentración inhibitoria media (CI50) de OTA sobre las células HepG2, esta fue de 9,19µM DE±0,68 y de 9,98µM DE±0,4, a las 48 y 72 horas, respectivamente. Se evidenciaron alteraciones morfológicas relacionadas con la muerte celular por apoptosis en las células HepG2, como la fragmentación del núcleo (cariorrexis), fragmentación celular y formación de los cuerpos apoptóticos.
Barcelona Declaration on Open Research Information: A significant milestone for the development of open science
Authors: Kochetkov D. M.
Published: July 2024

The information environment of scientific research requires fundamental changes. Decisionmaking and research assessment cannot be based on opaque and non-inclusive information anymore. The signatories of the Barcelona Declaration on Open Research Information have taken responsibility for transforming how research information is created and used. Openness of information should become a new standard in science. This introduction aims to provide a brief overview of the Barcelona Declaration, including its context, aims, motivations, and potential challenges for implementation.
HPTLC Fingerprinting Profile and GC-MS Analysis of Methanolic Fruit Extract of Akre’s Rhus coriaria (Sumac)
Authors:   Department of Pharmacognosy, SRM College of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, SRM Institute of  Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu, India-603203., Hamad Glena , Sethuraman Shakthi ,   Department of Pharmacognosy, SRM College of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, SRM Institute of  Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu, India-603203., Raju Kamaraj ,   Department of Pharmacognosy, SRM College of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, SRM Institute of  Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu, India-603203.
Published: July 2024

The study was aimed to determine the chemical components, present in the methanolic fruit extract of Rhus coriaria that was sourced from Akre, Kurdistan, Iraq, using high- performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). A mobile phase system composed of toluene, ethyl acetate, and formic acid in the ratio of 7:3:0.5 (v/v/v) was used to perform the HPTLC fingerprint analysis on the methanolic extract. The results showed that at 254 nm, 366 nm, and 520 nm, the component at peak 4, 1, and 13 have the largest peak area percentages at 39.62%, 13.3%, and 22.51%, respectively. The reports of GC-MS detected the presence of twenty-seven phytochemicals. The most prevalent components in the extract, includes 3-(Hexadecyloxy)propan-1-ol (7.56%), Phytyl decanoate (6.78 %), followed by (R)-6-Methoxy-2,8- dimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman (5.66%).
PENGARUH MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN DIORAMA JARING-JARING BANGUN RUANG TERHADAP MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA PADA PELAJARAN MATEMATIKA KELAS V SDN 173430 SAITNIHUTA
Authors: Simamora Rich Lazuwan Venansius , Mailani Elvi , Simbolon Naeklan , Simanjuntak Eva Betty , Rozi Fahrur
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan untuk mengetahui pengaruh media diorama jaring-jaring bangun ruang terhadap motivasi belajar siswa pada pelajaran matematika kelas V SDN 173430 Saitnihuta. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah jenis penelitian kuantitatif-eksperimen, dengan desain Pre Ekxperimental tipe One Group Pretest-Posttest. Populasi penelitian terdiri dari 44 siswa. Sampel penelitian berjumlah 30 siswa di kelas V SDN 173430 Saitnihuta. Data dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan lembaran angket dan observasi tidak terstruktur, seterusnya data akan dianalisismenggunakan analisis deskriptif dan uji t. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengaruh media pembelajaran diorama jaring-jaring bangun ruang berpengaruh positif terhadap motivasi belajar siswa pada pelajaran matematika kelas V SDN 173430 Saitnihuta. Dapat dilihat dari perbandingan rata-rata pada saat melakukan pretest dengan rata-rata posstest. Selain itu juga berdasarkan hasil Uji t yang dilakukan dengan menggunakan aplikasi SPSS 23 for windows nilai signifikan yang didapat lebih kecil dari 0,05 yaitu 0,002 < 0,05. Hal ini menunjukkan adanya pengaruh media pembelajaran diorama jaring-jaring bangun ruang terhadap motivasi belajar siswa pada pelajaran matematika kelas V SDN 173430 Saitnihuta.
Application of machine learning and data mining in an automated system of non-destructive eddy current control of the surface layer of bearing parts
Authors: Ignatiev Maxim Alexeyevich
Published: July 2024

Changing the properties of the material during physical and mechanical processing can significantly reduce the working life of the manufactured product, therefore it is important to control the quality of the surface layer of the parts. To solve this problem, non-destructive testing techniques such as etching, visual, capillary, magnetic powder, ultrasonic, vibration, eddy current methods are used at bearing enterprises. The article discusses the physical foundations of the presented techniques and provides their comparative analysis. Machine vision and digital signal processing approaches can be used to automate the processing of the results of non-destructive testing of the surface layer of bearing parts within the framework of the Industry 4.0 concept. From the point of view of productivity and the possibility of integration into the production system, the eddy current method is the most promising, the result of surface control in this way is an array of digital values. The development of modern methods of information analysis makes it possible to efficiently process a large amount of data, and machine learning makes it possible to solve problems of classification, regression, etc. This article provides methodological support for the development and application of an automated eddy current control system using machine learning and data mining methods. The works of scientists devoted to the processing of the results of the shock control of various objects, including bearing parts, are considered, it is noted that previously attention had not been paid to the issue of a reasonable choice of a machine learning model for recognizing defects on the surface of parts. The possibility of using the median polishing method to transform the eddy current signal is shown. The development and implementation of a bearing defect recognition system based on the methodological support presented in this paper can significantly improve the efficiency of product quality control and optimize the technological process.
Methodology of solving the feature selection problem for the Cox regression model
Authors: Mikulik Il'ya Igorevich
Published: July 2024

The technique based on the use of a hybrid optimization method to solve the feature selection problem for the Cox regression model is proposed. The hybrid optimization method includes two metaheuristic methods: the ant colony optimization and the genetic algorithm. The ant colony optimization used as the basic algorithm that solves the main optimization problem. The genetic algorithm solves the problem of finding the optimal set of parameters for the ant algorithm improving its performance. The method is modified and adapted to solve the problem under consideration. The key feature of adaptation is the deposition of pheromones on the vertices rather than on the edges of the graph, as well as the method for calculating the assessment of heuristic information about each vertex. A fitness target function was constructed that determines the quality of solutions to the feature selection problem and is based on an assessment of the performance of the Cox model with a selected set of parameters. The concordance index (c-index) was used to evaluate the Cox model. The efficiency of the methodology is shown using the implemented program using the example of a database of recidivism. For the database used, the most significant sets of features were obtained that have the greatest impact on the quality of training of the survival analysis model.
TINJAUAN TUJUAN PEMBANGUNAN BERKELANJUTAN (SDGS) DI AFRIKA: LITERATUR REVIEW
Authors: Sudirman Faturachman Alputra , Lestari Dian Trianita
Published: July 2024

Studi ini bertujuan untuk mereview berbagai literatur mengenai topik Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs) di Afrika melalui pendekatan Bibliometrik. Pencarian artikel dibatasi sejak 2020-2021 melalui database Scopus, dan ditemukan sejumlah 835 artikel yang membahas topik yang dimaksud, setelah dilakukan proses seleksi maka ditetapkan sebanyak 621 artikel yang dianggap relevan dalam studi ini. Berdasarkan pemetaan network dan density visualization terdapat 5 kluster yang terdiri dari 118 kata kunci atau konsep dan diketahui 6 topik dominan yang sering dikaji berhubungan dengan SDGs di Afrika yaitu 1) Sustainable Development Goals, 2) South Africa, 3) Africa, 4) Climate change, 5) Female, 6) Human. Hasil review menunjukkan bahwa kawasan ini masih menghadapi tantangan dalam pencapaian SDGs seperti upaya pencapaian SDGs 6. Kawasan Afrika menghadapi tantangan ketahanan air pada dengan target pasokan air dan sanitasi yang jauh di bawah tolok ukur global. Pada SDGs 7, banyak program yang gagal meningkatkan akses energi memasak untuk rumah tangga di Sub-Sahara Afrika. Kemudian pada SDGs 2, hanya sedikit kemajuan yang dicapai dalam mengurangi tingkat malnutrisi. Sehingga pelibatan pemangku kepentingan lokal, nasional, dan internasional dibutuhkan untuk mencapai SDGs 2030 di Afrika. This study aims to review various literature on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa through a Bibliometrics approach. The search for articles was limited from 2020 to 2021 through the Scopus database, where 835 articles were found discussing the topic. After the manuscript selection process was carried out, 621 articles were considered relevant in this study. Based on network mapping and density visualization, there are 5 clusters of 118 keywords or concepts and six dominant topics are often studied related SDGs in Africa, namely 1) Sustainable Development Goals, 2) South Africa, 3) Africa, 4) Climate change, 5) Female, and 6) Human. The review results show that this region still faces challenges in achieving SDGs, such as efforts to achieve SDG 6. The African region faces water security challenges with a water supply and sanitation targets far below global benchmarks. In SDGs 7, many programs fail to improve access to cooking energy for households in Sub-Saharan Africa, Then on SDGs 2, only slight progress was made in reducing malnutrition rates, so the involvement of local, national, and international stakeholders is needed to achieve the 2030 SDGs in Africa.
Challenges of society in the second half of the twentieth century and class analysis: the concept of E.O. Wright
Authors: Baturenko S. A.
Published: July 2024

This article is devoted to the work of American scientist Eric Olin Wright. The relevance of the article is due to the changes in the system of social stratification occurring in modern societies, as well as numerous attempts by scientists to develop relevant approaches to the study of social structure. The American sociologist studied the problems of transformation of the class structure, which is reflected in a large number of his scientific publications. His vision of the system of social stratification of modern societies is original and based on a lot of factual material. Wright was interested not only in American society, he participated in international comparative studies, and also visited Russia and Ukraine to study the social structure. The article discusses the main provisions of E.O. Wright's class theory. The American sociologist consistently moves in his analysis from the categories of "class" and "exploitation" to the study of new middle classes and to the creation of his own holistic theory of contradictory class positions. The author of the article has made an attempt to trace the research logic of the famous American sociologist, as well as to show his success in carrying out an accurate and detailed revision of various class theories, and taking into account his own empirical research to build one of the most popular class theories in modern science.
Nourishing Connections: Fostering Collaboration on Food Ethics Through Art
Authors: Juhola Katja Susanna , Zdanski Clarice , Peña Hugo , Kortetmäki Teea , Foster Raisa
Published: July 2024

This paper explores collaborative workshops conducted at the International Socially Engaged Art Symposium (ISEAS), concentrating on the convergence of art and science in the realm of food values and ethics. With 20 artists and scientists participating, ISEAS employed arts-based methods to investigate food-related themes within diverse communities. One team, comprising three artists and a food ethics researcher, collaborated with 17 secondary school students in Seinäjoki (Finland). Their three-day event utilised various arts-based methods to address food ethics issues, such as availability, equity, sustainability, norms, and food justice. Integrating scientific and artistic knowledge, the study showcases the effectiveness of conversational art-making, revealing the role of art and science in fostering awareness of ethical dimensions in food production and consumption. The study highlights the potential of conversational art as a potent tool in community projects, as it facilitates dialogue on challenging topics beyond verbal communication. The paper underscores how art and science can collectively engage communities by encouraging transformative thinking and action.
Modified deterministic modeling of Covid-19 in Nigeria: a case of a closed system
Authors: Aromolaran A. D. , Okeke E. N. , Lasisi K. E. , David I. J.
Published: July 2024

In this research a closed system of testing and vaccination is considered using modified deterministic modeling of Covid-19 cases in Nigeria. A disease infection flow transmission diagram was constructed for a model with nine population compartments, represented as SNSVETeQIAISILR, and the assumptions governing the model were presented for the study. A set of nonlinear deterministic differential equations was obtained and tested for positive invariance, positivity of the system solution, boundedness of solution of the equation system, equilibrium point of system stability, endemic equilibrium point, and existence of endemic global stability. The simulated results showed that the equilibrium stability point of the system exists at a basic reproduction number Ro of 0.0000295, and the model estimates show a positive contribution of population recruitment rate (Λ), transmission rate from infected (asymptomatic – β1, symptomatic – β2, undetected but exposed - ф) population, testing rate (βV), (σ), population exposure, exposed tested becoming infected (ρ), quarantine, and isolation to promoting the Covid-19 epidemic infection in Nigeria. Following the findings, the following are recommended: early closure of the country’s borders to check increasing recruitment rate, introduction of social distancing, wearing of nose & mouth masks, early commencement of free testing for the disease (Covid-19), introduction of movement restrictions (close-down/lock-down), compulsory Covid-19 vaccination for every vulnerable person in the population, effective government quarantine and isolation (treatment) centers, and immediate engagement of both medical and non-medical researchers to find lasting solutions.
Mercury in Zhongar Alatau (Kazakhstan) and Carpathian mountains (Slovakia): songbirds and mice as indicators
Authors: Zábojníková Lenka , Oxikbayev Berikzhan , Korec Filip , Nociar Peter , Janiga Marián , Haas Martina
Published: July 2024

Anthropogenic activities have contributed to the increase of heavy metals and to the alteration of their natural cycles in the environment. Mercury (Hg) is now considered to be one of the most toxic elements whose levels need to be monitored in abiogenic and biogenic environmental compartments. It can enter the body of animal in several ways, mainly through contaminated food. In this study, we compared mercury levels in mouse hair and songbird feathers from Zhongar Alatau National Park in Kazakhstan and from national parks in Slovakia. We sampled mice of the genus Apodemus and songbirds of three genera – Parus, Phylloscopus and Turdus. Total mercury concentrations were measured using DMA-80. The results showed higher levels of Hg bioaccumulation in Slovakia than in Kazakhstan in both songbirds and mice. The three songbird species from Kazakhstan showed differences due to different feeding niches. High levels were found in thrushes, which are considered insectivorous ground feeders, whereas the lowest mercury concentrations were detected in tits, which are considered more generalist feeders. In Slovakia, the trend was different, with tits having similar levels of Hg to thrushes, a reflection of the different levels of contamination of environmental components. Mice showed overall lower concentrations than birds at both sites.
Triacontanol ‘TRIA’ application to mitigate the adverse effects of drought and salinity stress under in vitro culture of date palm plants
Authors: Al-Mayahi Ahmed Madi Waheed
Published: July 2024

This study was conducted to attempt adaptation to combined drought and salt stresses (DS) (PEG- 6000 + NaCl) in date palm cv. Barhee implanted in vitro, keeping in mind the detrimental influence of DS. In vitro experimentation was executed on P. dactylifera L. to examine the efficacy of the application of triacontanol (TRIA), on growth attributes, and some biochemical constituents under DS. The optimal treatment was 10 µg l–1 TRIA. Such treatment under DS improved the callus growth and increased its weight to 215.0 mg. This treatment also showed the highest response rate and the number of shoots per jar (72.23% and 10.30 shoots, respectively) under DS stress. TRIA enhanced DS tolerance by increasing the contents of osmoregulatory substances such as proline, total soluble carbohydrates, and total soluble proteins, were obtained by adding 20 and 10 mg l–1 TRIA. This treatment was also more effective under DS in increasing Ca2+, Mg2+, and K+, as well as Fe2+, and chlorophyll pigment. These results also indicate that using 10 µg l–1 TRIA as a supplement under DS can increase SOD, APX, and PAL activity, to 31.68, 3.377 unit g–1 min–1, and 33.78%, respectively. Data analysis also indicated that the application of 10 µg l–1 TRIA countered the DS-induced harmful effects by reducing the content of malondialdehyd (MDA) and H2O2 in stressed tissues to 1.06, and 1.278 μMg of fresh weight (FW). Our work could reveal detailed changes in the quantity and number of protein bands by SDS-PAGE. New protein bands appeared in both stressed with TRIA-treated plants. The result of the present study will be useful for rapid clonal propagation of date palm which can be used to enhance the tolerance of plants to drought and salt stress.
Work Engagement and Employee Health in the Post-Pandemic Reality
Authors: Bednarska-Wnuk Izabela
Published: July 2024

Purpose

The main aim of the article was to find out the level and structure of work engagement, employee health ratings, their relationship to each other, and whether the form of work performed (remote vs. hybrid work) differentiates health ratings among surveyed employees in a post-pandemic reality.

Methodology

The study used mixed methods. The survey was empirical in nature. The survey was conducted in 2023 among 402 employees doing remote and hybrid work using the -UWES-17 tool and questions diagnosing the assessment of their own health. The research method was a diagnostic survey using an online questionnaire. In addition, 20 in-depth interviews were conducted.

Findings

The results indicate that the form of work performed does not differentiate health evaluation among the surveyed employees. Differences are seen only between the dimensions of engagement (vigor, dedication to work, absorption) and the components of health evaluation (health status, physical condition). A relationship was confirmed only between vigor and health status and physical condition and between the dimension of dedication and physical condition.

Originality

This article makes an important contribution to the field of research on the importance of employee engagement and health in flexible work arrangements (remote work and hybrid work).
Optimization of the Use of Cloud Computing Resources Using Exploratory Data Analysis and Machine Learning
Authors: Nawrocki Piotr , Smendowski Mateusz
Published: July 2024

Rapid growth in the popularity of cloud computing has been largely caused by increasing demand for scalable IT solutions, which could provide a cost-effective way to manage the software development process and meet business objectives. Optimization of cloud resource usage remains a key issue given its potential to significantly increase efficiency and flexibility, minimize costs, ensure security, and maintain high availability of services. This paper presents a novel concept of a Cloud Computing Resource Prediction and Optimization System, which is based on exploratory data analysis that acknowledges, among others, the information value of outliers and dynamic feature selection. The optimization of cloud resource usage relies on long-term forecasting, which is considered a dynamic and proactive optimization category. The analysis presented here focuses on the applicability of classical statistical models, XGBoost, neural networks and Transformer. Experimental results reveal that machine learning methods are highly effective in long-term forecasting. Particularly promising results – in the context of potential prediction-based dynamic resource reservations – have been yielded by prediction methods based on the BiGRU neural network and the Temporal Fusion Transformer.
Evaluating Neural Network Models For Predicting Dynamic Signature Signals
Authors: Zalasiński Marcin , Cader Andrzej , Patora-Wysocka Zofia , Xiao Min
Published: July 2024

A signature is a biometric attribute commonly used for identity verification. It can be represented by a shape created with a classic pen, but it can also contain dynamic information. This information is acquired using a digital input device, such as a graphic tablet or a digital screen and stylus. Information about the dynamics of the signing process is stored in the form of signals that change over time, including pen velocity, pressure, and more. These dynamics are characteristic of an individual and are difficult for a human to forge. However, it is an interesting research issue whether the values of signals describing a dynamic signature can be predicted using artificial intelligence methods. Predicting the dynamics of the signals describing a signature would benefit various scientific problems, including improving the quality of reference signals by detecting anomalies, creating signature templates better suited to individuals, and more effectively detecting potential forgeries by identity verification systems. In this paper, we propose a method for predicting dynamic signature signals using an artificial neural network. The method was evaluated using samples collected in the DeepSignDB database, distributed by BiDA Lab.
Sacre And Secular In The History And The Sociology Of Religion: Comparing Eliade And Weber
Authors: Dragoman Dragoş
Published: July 2024

While focusing exclusively on the merely human dimensions of religious communities and by strongly emphasizing the domination features of the relationship between priests and other charismatic religious leaders and their followers, Weber accomplishes what was dreamed about the functioning of science as free of all value. However, a value-free sociology of religion misses much of the reality behind the most banal manifestation, namely especially when it excludes the mystical component. In contrast, the history of religion promoted by Eliade is careful enough as not to obliterate what lies at the heart of the religious experience, namely the sacred. With no respect to the sacred that manifests through human acts, values and beliefs, power is the ultimate aspect which one can take into account when looking at any religious community.
Gods and Idols. Divinity Represantations and Symbolizations in Ancient Israel Religions I. Religion, origins, and identity – contextual contributions
Authors: Grozea Lucian
Published: July 2024

The following article is a prolegomenon for an extensive study of iconography (representations and symbolization) and iconology (reception and explanation) manifested in the religions of Ancient Israel. Thus, this first part presents an analytical contextualization of the primary sources, like references from the Old Testament, epigraphic records and archaeological data. All these are seen from the perspective of specialized literature with the specificity of the subject areas involved in such a hermeneutic process.
Science Communication: Effective Collaboration with Journalists
Authors: Mureşan Raluca
Published: July 2024

In the academic field, science communication is of particular importance, as it can enhance the visibility and reputation of higher education institutions, contributing both to a better positioning in international rankings and to greater attractiveness for potential students. Effective institutional science communication requires a greater openness to the public, targeting communication efforts and the transfer of scientific information equally to the specialised and general public. Collaboration between researchers and the media has never been very comfortable, but the role of science journalism in disseminating information to the general public is undeniable. The poor scientific education of journalists and the lack of control over the results of interaction with journalists are some of the reasons why researchers avoid contact with the media, believing that the risk of misunderstanding, sensationalism, superficial, distorted, or biased interpretation is very high.
Averroes, the Connection between Philosophy and Faith
Authors: Dragoman Dragoş
Published: July 2024

The possibility of philosophy in Islam is not obvious, since the Revelation brought in by the Quran is fully comprehensive, addressing every single issue of the earthly matter according to divine principles. However, the divine willingness to favor someone is completely free, therefore the Supreme decides to lower or heighten whoever He desires to. He apparently did so with Aristotle, giving him the excellency in philosophy. The effort made by Averroes in the famous discourse about the connection between philosophy and religious faith is to legitimate the practice of a discipline which is by no means forbidden, but highly recommended. Philosophy is encouraged and recommended for those who are entrenched in knowledge, and therefore capable of interpreting the most obscure parts of the reveled text, consolidating them as an intellectual elite.
Attachment and Imagination in Coptic Christians` Religious and Aesthetic Experiences
Authors: Boulis Monica , Lang Jacob , Stamatopoulou Despina , Cupchik Gerald C.
Published: July 2024

Coptic Orthodox iconography is a living tradition from a community that is underrepresented in the psychology of religion. It offers a prism for empirical investigation of religious aesthetic experiences and psychosocial factors that colour this class of experiences. This article reports a mixed-methods study focusing on attachment and imagination in experiences with Coptic icons. We qualitatively explored the significance of iconography within the community, with expert interviews revealing a dual function of the icon in public and private prayer lives. Home interviews with a subsample of Copts presenting secure attachment tendencies (n = 15) explored personal relationships to icons. These revealed themes related to physical space, narrative identity, and communication to the Divine. A cross-sectional survey (N = 88) was treated with principal components analyses, a correlation matrix, and two-way ANOVA. Participants endorsing secure attachments tended towards more intensity and security in relation to their religion and icons. In contrast, insecurely attached participants had less knowledge of icons and presented with expressive imagination, or a sensitivity to metaphor and fantasy. Developed in consultation with religious community members, this study presents new insights on attachment, imagination, religiosity, and cultural belonging.
Romanian Media Landscape in 7 Journalists’ Facebook Posts: A Chatgpt Sentiment Analysis
Authors: Stipiuc Andrei
Published: July 2024

This article used OpenAI Chat GPT 3.5’s sentiment analysis capabilities to evaluate 595 Facebook posts written by seven renowned Romanian journalists. Our main objectives were to:

1) Assess the journalists’ use of Facebook regarding journalism, including its effectiveness in promoting quality articles, combating disinformation, and facilitating explanatory journalistic procedures.

2) Allow an unbiased AI system to analyze the tone of the journalists’ social media posts, as well as their attitudes and opinions on the primary issues affecting the media environment in Romania.

3) Determine the framework that embodies the Romanian society’s 2023 ‘zeitgeist’ from recurrent themes, categorized and ranked, gleaned from journalists’ posts.

We extracted data from public Facebook posts using Apify. Our sample included posts uploaded within a timespan ranging from one month old to one year old. It is worth noting that the owners of the public accounts analyzed were consistently involved and active.

We also had to be able to accommodate with time and financial constraints, as well as adhere to the limitations imposed on the use of the specified free tools. Therefore, the sample set consisted of an initial group of 12 journalists with varied socio-demographic origins. Out of this sample, some journalists were removed following subsequent considerations, resulting in a final sample group of 7 Romanian journalists.

Outcomes

The journalists engage in discussions or endorsements of their own work or the work of others, strive to provide reliable and accurate information to the public before others do, as well as analyze and expose false information and manipulative messaging. Aside from informative content, they share images featuring their personal lives, such as their children, feline companions, or acquaintances, just like the majority of the general users (although such posts are confined to the realm of personal space, as they rightfully should be).

Even after accounting for false flagging, which ChatGPT rarely commits, the majority of the individual journalists’ posts were negative. The journalists have a broader perspective and a better understanding of societal and judicial issues, they express themselves accordingly, and the artificial intelligence entity is capable of parsing such sentiments manifested in social media. Hopefully, the time will come when also more political, judicial and civil participants fully understand the main issues in Romania, as journalistic texts also reflect them on social media.
Media Freedom in the European Union: Regulations for Abusive Legal Actions and the Lack of Transparency in the Allocation of Public Money
Authors: Mureşan Raluca
Published: July 2024

The market for media services and the journalism profession are under constant external pressure. Economic challenges, state interventionism, and threats to media independence put journalists under great pressure. The safety of journalists and transparency in the distribution of public money are pressing issues, and the idea for this study was inspired by two legislative proposals from the European Commission, which contain regulations that can help strengthen media freedom in the European Union. Following the adoption of the Directive on protecting persons who engage in public participation from manifestly unfounded claims or abusive court proceedings (“Strategic lawsuits against public participation”), journalists targeted by abusive legal actions aimed at silencing them can benefit from a series of procedural measures and safeguards, and the European Media Freedom Act contains a series of rules designed to protect the independence, pluralism and proper functioning of the media, including recommendations on the fair allocation of state advertising.
Expressiveness of Pastoral Language in the Use of Idioms in the Press
Authors: Creţu Ioana Narcisa , Ciocan Ioana-Tatiana
Published: July 2024

Using a colloquial lexicon in the press activates the „illusion” of orality. This research focuses on the use of expressions from the field of shepherding in the Romanian media. The article started from the premise that pastoral terms in expressions and locutions contribute to the expressiveness of the language of publications, asking whether they are used only in the daily style, as a simple feature of the entertainment function, or if they are also found in other types of media. The media‘s nuanced ability to use these terms was also monitored, following the level of content that journalists have access to, sometimes being specialized terms.
The Power of Branding in Politics
Authors: Luca Gabriela-Elena
Published: July 2024

This paper examines the issue of branding in terms of politics and its power. The results are based on the analysis of some well-known faces in the politic stage. In fact, the research part of the paper is based on the research methods mentioned above. The results indicate that the branding and the communication aspects of an political actor are crucial for the elections. A strong political brand communicates a coherent message, builds a distinctive identity, and creates an emotional connection with the public. The paper also emphasizes the complexity and dynamism of the political branding phenomenon, highlighting its role in shaping public opinion and influencing democratic processes. It is crucial that both politicians and voters are aware of this role and manage political branding responsibly and transparently.
Faktor-Faktor yang Memengaruhi Purchase Decision Produk Tupperware di Jakarta
Authors: Suci Michelle Kristina , Firdausy Carunia Mulya
Published: July 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh brand image, product quality, dan customer value terhadap purchase decision produk Tupperware di Jakarta. Metode pengumpulan sampel yang digunakan adalah metode non-probability sampling dengan teknik purposive sampling. Penelitian ini menggunakan 175 responden yang merupakan konsumen yang pernah membeli atau menggunakan produk Tupperware di Jakarta. Data dikumpulkan dengan menyebarkan kuesioner melalui media sosial secara online dengan menggunakan Google Form. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah PLS-SEM dengan menggunakan software SmartPLS 4. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa brand image berpengaruh positif namun tidak signifikan terhadap purchase decision produk Tupperware di Jakarta. Product quality berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap purchase decision produk Tupperware di Jakarta. Customer value juga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap purchase decision produk Tupperware di Jakarta. Selain itu, brand image berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap customer value produk Tupperware di Jakarta. Product quality juga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap customer value produk Tupperware di Jakarta. Dari hasil penelitian ini, disarankan perusahaan Tupperware untuk lebih memperhatikan brand image, product quality, dan customer value dengan baik agar dapat meningkatkan purchase decision produk Tupperware di Jakarta.
 
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of brand image, product quality, and customer value on purchasing decisions for Tupperware products in Jakarta. The sample collection method used was non-probability sampling method with purposive sampling technique. This study used 175 respondents who are consumers who have bought or used Tupperware products in Jakarta. Data was collected by distributing questionnaires via social media online using Google Form. The data analysis technique used was PLS-SEM using SmartPLS 4 software. The results showed that brand image has a positive but insignificant effect on purchasing decisions for Tupperware products in Jakarta. Product quality has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions for Tupperware products in Jakarta. Customer value also has a positive and significant effect on the purchase decision of Tupperware products in Jakarta. In addition, brand image has a positive and significant effect on the customer value of Tupperware products in Jakarta.  Product quality also has a positive and significant effect on the customer value of Tupperware products in Jakarta. From the results of this study, it is recommended that Tupperware companies pay more attention to brand image, product quality, and customer value to increase the purchase decision of Tupperware products in Jakarta.
Membangun Purchase Intention dengan Faktor Safety Ingredients, Online Customer Review, dan Brand Awareness pada Produk N'pure di Wilayah JABODETABEK
Authors: Rosyada Maulin Amrina , Saktiana Galuh Mira
Published: July 2024

Di era millenial ini perkembangan industri kosmetik menjadi pusat perhatian, dimana industri kosmetika dibangun atas dasar produk dan jasa yang memberikan kepuasan bagi seseorang. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menguji pengaruh safety ingredients, online customer review, dan brand awarenessterhadap purchase intention pada produk N’Pure di Jabodetabek melalui attitude. Sampel yang diambil adalah 200 responden dengan populasi orang yang mengetahui produk N’Pure di Jabodetabek. Metode purposive sampling digunakan dengn menyebarkan secara online yang kemudian dianalisis menggunakan smart-pls 4.0. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah safety ingredients, online customer review, brand awareness, dan attitude berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap purchase intention. Attitude secara positif dan signifikan memediasi safety ingredients dan brand awareness terhadap purchase intention. Attitude memediasi online customer review yang memiliki pengaruh positif namun tidak signifikan terhadap purchase intention.
 

In this millennial era, the development of the cosmetic industry has become a center of attention, where the cosmetic industry is built on the basis of products and services that provide satisfaction to individuals. The purpose of this research is to examine the influence of safety ingredients, online customer review, and brand awareness on purchase intention for N’Pure products in Jabodetabek. The purposive sampling method was used by distribution it online and then analyzes using smart-pls 4.0. The results of this study indicate that safety ingredients, online customer review, brand awareness, and attitude have a positive and significant influences on purchase intention. Attitude positively and significantly mediates safety ingredients and brand awareness on purchase intention. Attitude mediates online customer reviews, which have a positive but not significant influence on purchase intention.
Hypergraph Self-supervised Learning with Sampling-efficient Signals
Authors: Li Fan , Wang Xiaoyang , Cheng Dawei , Zhang Wenjie , Zhang Ying , Lin Xuemin
Published: July 2024

Self-supervised learning (SSL) provides a promising alternative for representation learning on hypergraphs without costly labels. However, existing hypergraph SSL models are mostly based on contrastive methods with the instance-level discrimination strategy, suffering from two significant limitations: (1) They select negative samples arbitrarily, which is unreliable in deciding similar and dissimilar pairs, causing training bias. (2) They often require a large number of negative samples, resulting in expensive computational costs. To address the above issues, we propose SE-HSSL, a hypergraph SSL framework with three sampling-efficient self-supervised signals. Specifically, we introduce two sampling-free objectives leveraging the canonical correlation analysis as the node-level and group-level self-supervised signals. Additionally, we develop a novel hierarchical membership-level contrast objective motivated by the cascading overlap relationship in hypergraphs, which can further reduce membership sampling bias and improve the efficiency of sample utilization. Through comprehensive experiments on 7 real-world hypergraphs, we demonstrate the superiority of our approach over the state-of-the-art method in terms of both effectiveness and efficiency.
PACIA: Parameter-Efficient Adapter for Few-Shot Molecular Property Prediction
Authors: Wu Shiguang , Wang Yaqing , Yao Quanming
Published: July 2024

Molecular property prediction (MPP) plays a crucial role in biomedical applications, but it often encounters challenges due to a scarcity of labeled data. Existing works commonly adopt gradient-based strategy to update a large amount of parameters for task-level adaptation. However, the increase of adaptive parameters can lead to overfitting and poor performance. Observing that graph neural network (GNN) performs well as both encoder and predictor, we propose PACIA, a parameter-efficient GNN adapter for few-shot MPP. We design a unified adapter to generate a few adaptive parameters to modulate the message passing process of GNN. We then adopt a hierarchical adaptation mechanism to adapt the encoder at task-level and the predictor at query-level by the unified GNN adapter. Extensive results show that PACIA obtains the state-of-the-art performance in few-shot MPP problems, and our proposed hierarchical adaptation mechanism is rational and effective.
Funciones del modo irrealis en ñhöñhö (otomí de Tolimán)
Authors: Hernandez-Green Nestor
Published: July 2024

El presente artículo describe las funciones de la flexión de irrealis en la lengua ñhöñhö u otomí de Tolimán (México; otomangue > otopame) a partir de un corpus escrito que consta de 5747 palabras, organizadas en alrededor de 1076 cláusulas. Esta descripción se desarrolla desde la concepción de la categoría “irrealis” como asociada semántica y pragmáticamente a la no aseveración (non-assertion), lo cual permite explicar funciones tan disímiles como la expresión del futuro y la descripción de situaciones habituales tanto en el presente como en el pasado. Además, se explora la relación de la flexión de irrealis en esta lengua con la subordinación y contextos de indefinitud.