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Katedra na Wawelu jako element tradycji dla Karola Wojtyły. Kilka refleksji z okresu przedpapieskiego
Authors: Gapiński Bartłomiej
Published: October 2023

The author of this article attempts to analyze Karol Wojtyła’s attitude towards thetradition of Wawel Cathedral. The subjective understanding of tradition is adoptedfrom the outset. Through the interpretation of Saint John Paul II’s memories, thecontent of his sermons, and the opinions of his colleagues, the author presentsthe complex context of the reception of the Wawel heritage. The author concludes thatWawel Cathedral served as a cohesive element of the Cracow clergyman’s identity –through his relationship with the cathedral, his leading social roles merged – foremostas a priest, but also the artistic and philosophical one, connected with the practicalaspect of being a scholar or a promoter of religious and leisure activities for lay groups.
„Kościół, który się rodzi” – kilka słów o pewnej homilii kard. Karola Wojtyły w katedrze wawelskiej
Authors: Grzesiak Michał
Published: October 2023

An important part of Cardinal Karol Wojtyła’s legacy in the Archdiocese of Cracowconsists of his homilies, which he delivered, among others, in Wawel Cathedral. Oneof such occasions was the priestly ordination celebrated on 15 May 1978. The textassociated with this event refers to the nature of the ceremony and the feast of theBlessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, which falls on the same day. The analysisof the homily allows us to perceive its substantive connection with the documents ofthe Second Vatican Council and to demonstrate the continuation of certain themesin the later papal teachings of John Paul II.
Jak Modrzejewską we Lwowie fetowano
Authors: Szydłowska Mariola
Published: October 2023

Helena Modjeska was an actress of the Lviv theater in the 1862/63 season and later gave numerous guest appearances there: six before moving to America and six after she left Poland. The artist had an affection for Lviv: she felt a strong connection with the place due to friendships established at the early time of her acting, as well as her familial contacts, and the admiration for thenatural beauty of the surroundings. The article deals with her guest appearances,however, it does not discuss their artistic aspects, such as repertoire, actingor the reception of individual performances, but explores predominantlyhow splendidly Lviv feted Modjeska. With each of her successive arrivals, theveneration and respect for her achievements grew and she was treated with increasingreverence. The artist gratefully accepted these tributes, aware that thecitizens of Lviv were proud of her success across the Atlantic, which attestedto the standard of Polish culture in the world. The annex to the article containsseveral poems and speeches that are evidence of the esteem for the star ofthe two continents. Besides, a 1901 interview with Modjeska is included.
Perspectivas e desafios da reparação às vítimas de crimes sexuais e gender-based
Authors: Batista Clara
Published: October 2023

en el contexto de la recuperación postconflicto de las sociedades, las reparaciones a las víctimas ocupan un espacio fundamental, esencial para la reintegración en la comunidad y para posibilitar un proceso de desarrollo. Sin embargo, las víctimas de crímenes sexuales y de género enfrentan mayores desafíos para acceder a reparaciones efectivas. Teniendo en cuenta que la Corte Penal Internacional ha sido pionera en un modelo de reparaciones capaz de superar los retos a los que se enfrentan los procesos nacionales y garantizar reparaciones efectivas para todas las víctimas, este artículo presenta un análisis del proceso de reparaciones en la Corte Penal Internacional desde la perspectiva de las reparaciones para las víctimas de crímenes sexuales y de género, centrándose en dos casos que abordan las reparaciones para las víctimas de crímenes sexuales y de género: el caso Lubanga, que estableció los principios de la Corte en materia de reparaciones; y el caso Ntaganda, que en el momento de elaboración del artículo se encuentra en fase de reparaciones y es el primer caso de la Corte que determina concretamente las reparaciones para este grupo de víctimas, con el fin de comprobar si las actuaciones llevadas a cabo hasta el momento por la Corte se ajustan a las directrices y principios dictados por el derecho internacional; y acceder a las perspectivas y retos que deberán encontrarse y afrontarse en los próximos años.
Corte Interamericana de Derechos Humanos como un instrumento de marginalización del cristianismo
Authors: Álvarez Feria Juliana
Published: October 2023

El objetivo de la presente investigación cualitativa será evidenciar si los pronunciamientos de la Corte Interamericana de Derechos Humanos (Corte idh) frente a los derechos sexuales y reproductivos pueden configurarse como un elemento de discriminación a la población cristiana. Para ello se realizará un análisis de discurso desde una óptica crítica en cuanto a la interpretación e idoneidad jurídica de los pronunciamientos oficiales, las sentencias y las opiniones consultivas de la Corte idh. El aporte teórico desde el que se enmarca el análisis es la teoría de la liberación, movimiento eclesial en clave latinoamericana que aboga por la liberación del oprimido de las estructuras de dominación e injusticia social. De este ejercicio, se constata la extralimitación dentro del actuar de la Corte idh, a favor de la imposición de su narrativa hegemónica frente a los derechos sexuales y reproductivos y la marginalización social del cristiano.
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Related to Covid-19 in College Students
Authors: Fauziyah Nida Faradisa , Mahfud Miftakhul Ulum
Published: October 2023

Background: The world is currently dealing with a new outbreak which is called Covid-19. As a consequence, understanding how students react to a public health emergency is crucial for a school or university. This study is aimed to learn about students' Covid-19 knowledge, attitudes, and practices. The goal of this study is to discover what students know about Covid-19, as well as their views and practices about it. Methods: This research was conducted at a private institution in Surakarta, Indonesia, using a cross-sectional survey with students as the participants adopting purposive sampling. The survey includes a questionnaire on Covid-19 Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice (KAP) that students voluntarily complete. Result: A total of 476 people were involved in the study comprising 185 males and 291 females ranging in age from 17 to 26. It is found that medical female students had significantly higher knowledge, with p<0.001 and p = 0.023. Based on the overall KAP score, medical female students had better knowledge and a positive attitude (p 0.004). The total score for Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice was 18.95 ± 2,188 with knowledge scores of 3.80 ± 0.848 (range: 0 ~ 5), attitudes of 6.48 ± 1,425 (range: 0 ~ 10), and practice of 8.67± 1.133 (range: 0 ~ 10) respectively. Conclusion: The majority of students have a good understanding of Covid-19 and practice it regularly. However, the overall value of knowledge, attitudes, and practices varies significantly between gender, department, and level.
Relationship between Exposure to COVID-19 and Hemoglobin Levels in Pregnant Women
Authors: Ernawati Dwi , Kusmiyati Yuni , Ismiyati Atik , Izhati Qurry Amanda , Song Jinli
Published: October 2023

Background: Mothers who are exposed to COVID-19 have an impact on decreasing HB levels causing anemia thereby increasing the risk of morbidity and mortality in mothers during childbirth. Purpose: To determine the relationship between exposure to COVID-19 during pregnancy and hemoglobin levels in the Bantul II Health Center area. Methods: This study is a quantitative study with a retrospective cohort study design. The sample in this study was 26 pregnant women in each group (exposed and not exposed to COVID-19), selected based on inclusion criteria with simple random sampling. This research was conducted in the Bantul II Health Center area from October 2021 – February 2022. Data was collected by measuring Hb levels and filling out questionnaires. Data were analyzed by independent t-test and correlation. Results: There was no difference in the average Hb level in pregnant women who were exposed and not exposed to COVID-19 (Mean difference = 0.785; 95% CI = -0.164-1.734; p=0.103). Meanwhile, for the external variables, namely age (p=0.839), parity (p=0.565), nutritional status (p=0.233), and consuming Fe tablets (p=0.286) in the case group, age variable (p=0.492), parity (p=0.34), nutritional status (p=0.511) in the control group was not associated with a decrease in Hb levels. The variable consuming Fe tablets (p=0.049) in the control group was associated with a decrease in Hb levels. Conclusion: Pregnant women experience a decrease in Hb levels not due to exposure to COVID-19. Age, parity, nutritional status, and consumption of Fe tablets had no relationship with the decrease in Hb levels.
Virtual Reality Usage in Managing Pain Labor: A Scoping Review
Authors: Safitriana Safitriana , Tiranda Yulius , Panngam Nittaya
Published: October 2023

Background: Labor is one of the most memorable experiences for mothers and families where the labor process might cause intense pain. The use of non-pharmacological therapy is currently an option in reducing the pain experienced, one of which is using Virtual Reality (VR). The aim of this study was to explore and investigate the use of VR in the management of labor pain. Method: 4 electronic databases were used, Ebsco, Pubmed, Science Direct, and Scopus. The used keywords were (pain labor OR pain delivery OR childbirth pain) AND (virtual reality OR augmented reality OR VR). Results: There were 7 articles that met the inclusion criteria where 2 studies used videos of animals swimming accompanied by natural sounds and classical music, 3 studies used videos of natural scenery, 1 study used videos of newborn babies and classical music, and 1 study used videos of ultrasound results fetus. Conclusion: Virtual reality can be used to help reduce pain during labor and has no impact on the mother and fetus
Analysis of the theory of planned behavior on the use of halal-labeled cosmetics for students at the University of Islamic Malang
Authors: Ma'ruf Muhammad , Salamah Nina
Published: October 2023

The practice of using halal cosmetics involves the intentional involvement of individuals, groups, or organizations in acquiring and using cosmetics that have obtained a halal certification. The behavior of individuals is subject to influence by multiple factors, including attitudes, subjective norms, behavioral control, and intention to use. These factors are motivated by the desires and needs of the individual. This study examines the influence of attitudes, subjective norms, behavioral control, and usage intentions on adopting halal-labeled cosmetics among college students. This research investigates the impact of attitudes, subjective norms, behavioral management, and usage intentions on adopting cosmetics labeled as "halal" among college students. The study employs online surveys as the primary method for data collection. The research utilized a purposive sampling methodology to select a sample size of 110 participants. The present study utilizes a data analysis technique that involves applying multiple regression analysis using the SPSS 25.0 software. The results of this study indicate that the variables of attitude, behavioral control, and intention to use have a statistically significant impact on the utilization of halal-certified cosmetic products. On the other hand, the influence of subjective norms on the utilization of halal decorative goods among students enrolled in the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the University of Islamic Malang is determined to have no significant statistical effect.
Keywords: Halal, Cosmetics, Students, Theory of Planned Behavior.
Optimization of naringenin sunscreen cream formula using the simplex lattice design method
Authors: Kartikasari Ayu Lifia Nur , Wibowo Anisa Devi Kharisma , Kuncahyo Ilham
Published: October 2023

Naringenin is a pure isolate belonging to a group of flavonoid compounds with pharmacological effects such as anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antiatherogenic, antifibrogenic, and antioxidant properties. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of variations in the combination of emulator tween 80 and span 80 on physical quality and stability in naringenin sunscreen preparations, obtain the optimum formula composition from emulsifying agents, and activity of naringenin sunscreen cream preparations in terms of their SPF values. The study used Design Expert 7.1.5 software to design the simplex lattice design method. Each formula was tested for the physical properties of the cream to determine dispersal adhesion for 4 weeks. Naringenin sunscreen cream with a combination of emulsifier tween 80 and span 80 in various concentrations gives a significant difference in the physical quality consisting of the parameters of spreadability, adhesion, and viscosity. The optimum formula for naringenin sunscreen cream obtained the proportion of 9% Tween 80 and 5% span 80.
Keywords: Naringenin, Simplex Lattice Design, SPF, Sunscreen.
The overview of the knowledge level of hypertension prevention and quality of life in Wirobrajan, Yogyakarta
Authors: Putra Anggara Ersa , Sari Prita Anggraini Kartika , Saputri Ginanjar Zukhruf
Published: October 2023

Hypertension is a non-communicable disease that is a global problem whose prevalence increases with age. Knowledge is important for a person to evaluate himself. Both hypertension and knowledge can affect a person's quality of life. The purpose of this study was to provide an overview of the level of knowledge about hypertension and the quality of life of the older adults in RW 08 and RW 09 Wirobrajan. The research method used is descriptive-analytic research with inclusion criteria for elderly aged ≥ 60 years. The knowledge test about hypertension and quality of life uses a questionnaire and the EQ-5D3L. The results were 69 older women 67%, education level ≤ 9 years 52%, and history of hypertension 74%. Older adults have a high level of knowledge, with the highest to lowest dimensions being lifestyle (86%), treatment (75%), definition (68%), complications (56%) and adherence to therapy (43%). The EQ5D-3L measurement report showed that the domain scores of no problems with self-care, anxiety/depression, mobility, usual activities, and pain/discomfort were (84.1; 79.7; 73.9; 73.9, and 69.7) %. It was concluded that most of the knowledge and quality of life of the elderly in the Wirobrajan area were in the high category, with the highest domain being self-care and the lowest being pain/discomfort. Further research is needed regarding the relationship between the level of knowledge and the quality of life of older adults.
Keywords: Elderly, Hypertension, Knowledge, Quality of life
Political Science Aspects of Public Management and Administration in the Conditions of Decentralization of Power and European Integration in Ukraine
Authors:   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy, Bolotina Ye. , Shubna O. ,   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy, Smishchenko O. ,   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy, Omelnytska I. ,   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy
Published: October 2023

The article is devoted to the study of the effectiveness of the functioning of public power in the conditions of decentralization of power and European integration in Ukraine. The conducted analysis of the essence and specific features of local self-government in Ukraine, existing models and mechanisms testifies to the evolution, objective state and development trends of internal and external systemic relationships and interdependencies of local self-government based on the establishment of direct and reverse relations. A conceptual diagram of the organizational and functional structure of the decentralized model of the territorial organization of public power is proposed, which demonstrates the content of the activities of local self-government bodies, which bear almost the entire burden of socio-economic and cultural development of territories, and therefore the functions of executive power bodies of general competence at this level also change. The mechanism of interaction between business structures, authorities and society is illustrated. It has been proven that the complex mechanism of horizontal interaction in the public administration system in conditions of decentralization of power is designed to provide solutions to the entire range of economic, social, ethnocultural, environmental, political, and other problems of territorial development in an organic relationship.
Ways of Forming an Effective Personnel Management System of the Organization in the Conditions of the Modern Stage of Development of Management in Ukraine
Authors:   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy, Byvsheva L. , Kondratenko O. ,   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy, Mohovikov A. ,   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy, Shaparenko O. ,   SHEI Donbass State Engineering Academy
Published: October 2023

The article analyzes the effectiveness of the personnel management system, the indicators for evaluating the organizational effectiveness of the company's personnel management include: the ratio of costs necessary to provide the company with qualified personnel and the results obtained from their activities; the ratio of the enterprise's budget to the number of personnel; cost assessment of differences in labor productivity. The elements of the organization's personnel management system were studied, a model of personnel formation was built as an optimization business process of personnel management on the basis of holistic management. The development of this model is based on the conceptual principles of talent management. After all, in the conditions of transitive processes of enterprises, which involves their optimization, the application of this function and the use of technologies aimed at revealing the potential opportunities of employees, the formation of the talent base acquires special importance. A classification of personnel management technologies is proposed. The effectiveness of the personnel management system within the enterprise is determined by the level of harmonious cooperation of all its subjects: managers of different levels of management and employees.
Actual directions and prospects for the industrial parks and clusters development in the context of modern and post-war recovery of Ukraine
Authors:   Institute of Industrial Economics of the NAS of Ukraine, Pidorycheva I. , Lischuk O. ,   Institute of Industrial Economics of the NAS of Ukraine
Published: October 2023

The article identifies and substantiates the current directions and development prospects of industrial parks and clusters in Ukraine to accelerate the recovery of the national economy in modern and post-war conditions. They are as follows: (1) the resumption of the activity of industrial parks operating before the start of martial law, the arrangement of industrial parks included in the Register with engineering and transport infrastructure, in particular as sites for the relocation of enterprises; (2) the formation of powerful industrial and innovation clusters as tools for promoting and developing the competitive advantages of the regions, including smart-oriented goals of regional development strategies for 2021-2027; (3) priority state support for industrial parks and clusters in industries that meet the basic needs of the population in war and post-war conditions, as well as in rapidly developing innovative industries; (4) institutionalization of cluster processes at the state and regional levels; (5) promoting the unification of clusters, the formation of their interregional and intersectoral alliances and integration into the EU economic area with subsequent entry into interstate and cross-border clusters; (6) support for industrial parks and clusters with a focus on promoting the development of small and medium enterprises; (7) the use of tax and non-financial incentives to enhance the activities of industrial parks and cluster cooperation as a tool for solving problems of employment, slowing down migration and returning Ukrainians from abroad. The substantiated directions and prospects form the scientific basis to include relevant solutions in state and regional policies to create favorable conditions for industrial parks and clusters development in the interests of the modern and post-war recovery of Ukraine.
A Technoeconomic Model for Estimating Costs of Harvesting and Debarking Shrub Willow
Authors: Chahal Azadwinder , Ciolkosz Daniel E. , Puri Virendra , Liu Jude , Jacobson Michael
Published: October 2023

Highlights

Technoeconomic analysis helps increase understanding of the potential of shrub willow debarking and provide assessment of economic opportunities.

Harvest and transport costs are increased by debarking and account for more than 50% of total costs.

The fraction of clean wood material is higher when shrub willow is harvested during the dormant season.

Energy to break the wood-bark bond is almost five times higher in the dormant season than the growing season.

High yield of willow biomass, high wood fraction, and high field capacity have a positive influence on profitability.

Abstract. A technoeconomic model was developed for integrated debarking/harvesting of shrub willow that assesses the costs associated with debarking of willow and provides a platform for estimating the minimum selling price (MSP) for separated bark material. Harvest and transport costs are influenced by the addition of a debarking process and accounts for more than 50% of the total costs of willow production. The estimated MSP for bark material is $24.53 Mg-1 when the willow biomass is harvested in the dormant season and rises to $28.65 Mg-1 when harvested during growing season. The fraction of clean wood material recovered during the dormant season harvest averaged to 72% compared to 66% in the growing season (for shrub willow cultivars in this study). Increasing the field size from 10 to 50 ha decreases MSP of bark by 47%. High yield (~26 Mg ha-1) creates a condition in which a producer can be profitable by selling clean wood material only (with positive NPV). Likewise, sensitivity analysis shows that under the conditions modeled in this study, shrub willow varieties with high wood fraction have a lower MSP for bark material; MSP for bark material approaches zero when the fraction of wood rises to 86.6%. Keywords: Biomass, Debarking, Shrub willow, Techno-economic analysis.
A Power Matching Control Strategy for Sugarcane Combine Harvesters
Authors: Liang Ke , Feng Yuzhen , Yao Bowei , Chen Huasheng , Pan Mingzhang , Tang Yongzhi , Guan Wei
Published: October 2023

Highlights

The optimal speed of each mechanism of the sugarcane combine harvester in the medium harvesting working condition is different.

A power intelligent matching strategy for sugarcane combine harvester is proposed.

Precisely matched performance indicators of target harvesting conditions.

A number of suggestions are provided to optimize the power matching of the entire powertrain.

Abstract. Due to the complex topography, small plot size, rainy climate, and different crop sparsity in western China, sugarcane harvesting operations suffer from poor harvesting performance and unstable harvesting effect. Therefore, the power matching strategy of sugarcane combine harvester needs to be optimized to solve these serial problems. In this article, the whole power system of sugarcane combine harvester is designed, and the load-sensitive system control is used to improve the efficiency of the hydraulic system and optimize the power distribution. Meanwhile, this article studies the power control system and proposes a power intelligent matching strategy for sugarcane combine harvester to adjust the power output of the power system. The power intelligent matching strategy considers the harvesting conditions and system structure of the sugarcane harvester, optimizes the engine output power and operating point distribution by using filters and fuzzy control algorithms, uses an accumulator to store excess energy and replenish system power to precisely match performance targets for target harvesting conditions and improve fuel economy. The experimental results show that the sugarcane combine harvester with a power intelligent matching strategy can freely switch the working mode in upslope, downslope, sunny, rainy and various crop density fields, and meet the demanded power of each device by dynamically adjusting the working point of the engine according to the operating conditions, enabling the system to work better. The research method in this article can provide a theoretical basis for small sugarcane combine harvesters to harvest sugarcane in hilly areas, rainy seasons, and different crop densities. Keywords: Harvest conditions, Power matching, Smooth power following control strategy, Sugarcane combine harvester.
The morpho-physiological and gene expression of East Timor’s local rice plant (Oryza sativa) response to drought and salinity stress
Authors: QUINTAO GREGORIO , UBAIDILLAH MOHAMMAD , HARTATIK SRI , KHOFIFA RENDRYANA AULIA NUR , SISWOYO TRI AGUS
Published: October 2023

Abstract. Quintao G, Ubaidillah M, Hartatik S, Khofifa RAN, Siswoyo TA. 2023. The morpho-physiological and gene expression of East Timor’s local rice plant (Oryza sativa) response to drought and salinity stress. Biodiversitas 24: 4548-4556. East Timor is rich in local rice varieties, such as Silaun, Ime Buci, Me Klan, Me Likan, Me Meak, Me Taek, and Umak Klete. These varieties are tolerant to drought and salinity stress. These superior characteristics emerge as the coping strategy of the rice plants toward environmental conditions such as mountainous, upland planting areas without irrigation networks and coastal regions with high salinity levels. This study determined the tolerance response of East Timor's local rice to drought and salinity stresses. This study was designed in a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with two factors. The first factor, i.e., rice varieties, consisted of 8 varieties, i.e., Silaun (V1), Ime Buci (V2), Me Klan (V3), Me Likan (V4), Me Meak (V5), Me Taek (V6), Umak Klete (V7), and IR-64 (V8) and the second factor was the abiotic stress treatments, namely no treatment or control (P0), 10% PEG treatment (P1), and 150 mM NaCl treatment (P2). The parameters observed were morpho-physiology and biochemical characteristics of the plants. The results showed that the Silaun local rice variety from East Timor was tolerant to drought and salinity, supported by the gene expressions for tolerance to drought and salinity stress.
Characterization of morphological, micromorphological, anatomical structures and matK gene-based identification of aromatic litsea (Litsea cubeba)
Authors: AINI ISMI NUR , WISANTI WISANTI
Published: October 2023

Abstract. Aini IN, Wisanti. 2023. Characterization of morphological, micromorphological, anatomical structures and matK gene-based identification of aromatic litsea (Litsea cubeba). Biodiversitas 24: 4557-4567. Aromatic litsea or krangean (Litsea cubeba (Lour.) Persoon) has potential as a drug. L. cubeba's status based on the IUCN red list is the least concern. This research aimed to (i) characterize morphology, micromorphology, and anatomy; (ii) indetify L. cubeba species based on DNA barcodes. The research samples were collected in the Mt. Anjasmoro, East Java, Indonesia at three different altitudes. Data in the form of various characters were analyzed using the one-way ANOVA method to determine the significance of the difference. The statistical test analysis of the quantitative character of L. cubeba showed a significant difference between heights (? = 0.05). The results showed that the characterization of L. cubeba includes (i) morphology: structure of lenticels, color, and substance that coats the lower surface of leaves, type of flower, fruit taste, and aroma; (ii) micromorphology: glands lining the abaxial surface of the lamina, trichomes on both surfaces of the lamina, structure of abaxial epidermal cells, the shape of pollen, shape and distribution of exin (iii) anatomy: cuticle thickness, epidermal cell shape, and presence of secretory cells in the lamina. The molecular identification in the form of L. cubeba barcode DNA based on the matK gene marker matched the Litsea cubeba sequence in NCBI (AB259073.1).
Antibacterial activity of Blumea balsamifera leaf extracts from Aceh, Indonesia
Authors: MASYUDI MASYUDI , NOVIYANTI ANITA , RIDHWAN MUHAMMAD , NURMAN SALFAUQI , JAILANI JAILANI , ARMI ARMI , RAFSANJANI T. M. , USMAN SAID , HANAFIAH MUHAMMAD , MARLINA MARLINA
Published: October 2023

Abstract. Masyudi, Noviyanti A, Ridhwan M, Nurman S, Jailani, Armi, Rafsanjani TM, Usman S, Hanafiah M, Marlina. 2023. Antibacterial activity of Blumea balsamifera leaf extracts from Aceh, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 24: 4584-4589. Blumea balsamifera L. has long been used as traditional medicine by communities in Aceh, Indonesia and from various parts of the world. For generations, this plant has been believed to have properties to cure various diseases. The results of the GCMS analysis of B. balsamifera leaf from Aceh-Indonesia in the previous study contain various compounds for wound healing, including borneol, jasmoline, camphor, and caryophyllene. The present study aimed to analyze the antibacterial activity of B. balsamifera leaves from Aceh. The sample was taken from the village of Gunongpulo, South Aceh-Indonesia, and the extraction process was carried out using three different types of solvents: ethanol, ethyl acetate, and n-hexane. Three variations of the extract obtained were then tested for antibacterial against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa by analyzing the inhibitory of each extract. The results showed that the inhibition zone formed on S. aureus against ethanol extract was 2.4 mm, ethyl extract was 9.2 mm, and n-hexane extract was 2.3 mm. In comparison, the inhibition zone formed on P. aeruginosa against ethanol extract was 0 mm, ethyl extract was 9 mm, and n-hexane extract was 4.9 mm. Conclusion: B. balsamifera leaf extract from Aceh contains antibacterial, with the highest inhibition against S. aureus at 9.2 mm and Pseudomonas at 9.0 mm. It is recommended that in the process of extracting B. balsamifera leaves by maceration, the best solvent used is ethyl acetate.
Responding to Islamophobia: British Muslims “Talk Back” to the UK
Authors: Uddin Sabah Firoz
Published: October 2023

This study explores how second and third generation Muslims in Britain resist calls to become “normal” good Muslims and are less willing to respond to accusations of “clashing civilizations,” and instead seek to unapologetically assert their particularized racial and religious difference through cultural expressions of dissatisfaction. I analyze forms of British Muslim cultural production, including visual art, fashion, music, and poetry including a focus on forms particularly expressed on digital platforms. Social media, for example, offers a new discursive landscape where British Muslims are actively using aesthetic driven communities to produce self-expressed visual content. I look at how these forms of sub-cultural expression function as sites of contestation, where Muslim minorities reframe their experiences, challenge dominant messages about their group identity, problematize the essentialism of Muslims, and construct a counter-public—a distinct British Muslim public discourse and cultural narrative specific to Muslims in Britain.
Angle-resolving spectral ellipsometry using structured light for direct measurement of ellipsometric parameters
Authors: Kim Mingyu , Lee Seungwoo , Pahk Heuijae
Published: October 2023

We propose a compact angle-resolving spectral ellipsometry. Using the structured light
generated from a digital micro-mirror device (DMD), what we believe to
be a novel pattern is illuminated to the back focal plane of the high
numerical aperture (NA) objective lens. As a result, ellipsometric
parameters with fine resolution of both the wavelength and incidence
angle domain can be directly measured. The incidence angle can be
resolved by resolution under 1° ranging from 35° to 59° by the radius
of the projected images. A spectrometer as a detector enables
acquisition by the resolution of 0.7 nm from 410 to
700 nm, and the fiber reduces measurement spot size to a single
micrometer. Additionally, the measurement process does not require any
rotating optical components or moving parts, needing only digital
modification of the projected image. This simplifies the sequences and
reduces the measurement time. The 2D (angle of incidence and spectral
domain) ellipsometric parameter plane measured by the proposed method
was used to measure the thickness of various samples. The measurement
result was verified in comparison with a commercial ellipsometer. The
accuracy and precision of the result show that the proposed method is
capable of precise measurement of thin films.
Pressure stimulus study on acupuncture points with multi-channel multimode-fiber diffuse speckle contrast analysis (MMF-DSCA)
Authors: Park Jae Yoon , Choi Gisoon , Lee Kijoon
Published: October 2023

A multi-channel multimode-fiber deep tissue flowmetry system has been constructed based on diffuse speckle contrast analysis (DSCA) for simultaneous blood flow measurements at different locations on the human body. This system has been utilized in an acupuncture study within the field of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), primarily focusing on acupuncture points along the large intestine meridian. Deep tissue blood flow was monitored at four different acupuncture points (LI1, LI5, LI10, and ST25) with a sampling rate of 60 Hz while applying pressure stimulus on LI4 (hegu or hapgok). Although the blood flow index (BFI) and blood volume (BV) did not exhibit significant changes after the pressure stimulus, an increase in the amplitude and complexity of low-frequency oscillations (LFOs) in microcirculation was observed.
Quantum-secured single-pixel imaging with enhanced security
Authors: Heo Jaesung , Kim Junghyun , Jeong Taek , Ihn Yong Sup , Kim Duk Y. , Kim Zaeill , Jo Yonggi
Published: October 2023

In this paper, we propose a quantum-secured single-pixel imaging method that utilizes non-classical correlations of a photon pair. Our method can detect any attempts to deceive it by exploiting a non-classical correlation of photon pairs while rejecting strong chaotic light illumination through photon heralding. A security analysis based on polarization-correlation has been conducted, demonstrating that our method has improved security compared to existing quantum-secured imaging. More specifically, a partial deceiving attack, which sends a mixture of a true and a false signal, can be detected with our proposed analysis, while currently employed methods cannot. We also provide proof-of-principle demonstrations of our method and trustworthy images reconstructed using our security analysis. Our method can be developed using matured techniques used in quantum secure communication, thus offering a promising direction for practical applications in secure imaging.
Barriers to the hospital treatment among Bede snake charmers in Bangladesh with special reference to venomous snakebite
Authors: Yoshimura Ken , Hossain Moazzem , Tojo Bumpei , Tieu Paul , Trinh Nathalie Nguyen , Huy Nguyen Tien , Sato Miho , Moji Kazuhiko
Published: October 2023

Snakebite envenoming is a potentially life-threatening global public health issue with Bangladesh having one of the highest rates of snakebite cases. The Bede, a nomadic ethnic group in Bangladesh, traditionally engages in snake-related business such as snake charming. The Bede relies on their own ethnomedicinal practitioners for snakebite treatment while there is a lack of concrete evidence on the effectiveness of such ethnomedicinal treatment. To identify the barriers to the utilization of biomedical treatment for snakebite we conducted interviews with 38 Bede snake charmers, who have experienced snakebite, and six family members of those who died of snakebite. Our results show that four critical barriers, Accessibility, Affordability, Availability, and Acceptability (4As), prevented some of the Bede from seeking biomedical treatment. Moreover, we found that a few Bede died of a snakebite every year. There are survivors of snakebite who were able to receive biomedical treatment by overcoming all of the 4As. Our results provide insights into the current state of snakebite treatment in Bangladesh and can inform the development of more effective and accessible treatment options for those affected. Partnership between the public sector and the Bede community has the potential to make a significant impact in reducing snakebite morbidity and mortality in Bangladesh.
Effectiveness of introgression of resistance loci for Gibberella ear rot from two European flint landraces into adapted elite maize (Zea mays L.)
Authors: Akohoue Félicien , Koch Silvia , Lieberherr Bärbel , Kessel Bettina , Presterl Thomas , Miedaner Thomas
Published: October 2023

European flint landraces are a major class of maize possessing favorable alleles for improving host resistance to Gibberella ear rot (GER) disease which reduces yield and contaminates the grains with mycotoxins. However, the incorporation of these landraces into breeding programs requires a clear understanding of the effectiveness of their introgression into elite materials. We evaluated 15 pre-selected doubled haploid (DH) lines from two European flint landraces, “Kemater Landmais Gelb” (KE) and “Petkuser Ferdinand Rot” (PE), together with two adapted elite flint lines and seven standard lines for GER severity as the main trait, and several adaptation traits (plant height, days to silking, seed-set, plant vigor) across four environments. From this evaluation, three KE DH lines and one PE DH line, with the lowest GER severity, were selected and used as donor parents that were crossed with the two adapted and GER susceptible flint lines (Flint1 and Flint2) to develop six bi-parental DH populations with 34−145 DH lines each. Each DH population was evaluated across two locations. Correlations between GER severity, which was the target trait, and adaptation traits were weak (−0.02 to 0.19). GER severity of lines from PE landrace was on average 2-fold higher than lines from KE landrace, indicating a clear superiority of the KE landrace lines. Mean GER severity of the DH populations was 39.4−61.0% lower than the adapted elite flint lines. All KE-derived DH populations were on average more resistant (27.0−36.7%) than the PE-derived population (51.0%). Highly resistant lines (1.3−5.2%) were found in all of the populations, suggesting that the DH populations can be successfully integrated into elite breeding programs. The findings demonstrate that selected KE landrace lines used as donors were effective in improving GER resistance of the adapted elite inbreds.
Análisis de proyectos de buenas prácticas en el marco del programa Erasmus+ centrados en el eLearning o TIC
Authors: Alonso-de-Castro María Goretti , García-Peñalvo Francisco José
Published: October 2023

Este artículo se centra en la metodología aplicada para la revisión de proyectos educativos europeos, en el marco de Erasmus+, etiquetados como buenas prácticas y que están relacionados con el aprendizaje electrónico o el uso de las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación en la educación. Además, se analizan algunos de los proyectos que han superado todas las fases de investigación y han demostrado ser sostenibles en el tiempo. Los proyectos presentados representan diferentes sectores educativos y proponen sistemas de aprendizaje a través de las tecnologías con la implicación del alumnado y/o profesorado. Al tratarse de proyectos de buenas prácticas, el artículo puede contribuir tanto al uso o transferencia de los recursos desarrollados en estos proyectos, como a inspirar nuevos proyectos en esas líneas de trabajo. Los principales factores que han contribuido al éxito de los proyectos son su utilidad para la comunidad educativa más allá del tiempo de financiación, el uso de metodologías innovadoras aplicadas con docentes y estudiantes, asentándolas en las instituciones participantes. Otro hecho destacable es la buena colaboración y compenetración entre todos los socios del proyecto que trabajaron para conseguir objetivos comunes.
Tratamiento quirúrgico de la apnea obstructiva del sueño
Authors: Baptista-Jardin Peter , Garaycochea-Mendoza del Solar Octavio , O’Connor-Reina Carlos , Martínez-Ruiz-de Apodaca Paula , Marco-Garrido Alfonso , Plaza-Mayor Guillermo , Carrasco-Llatas Marina
Published: October 2023

Introducción: El diagnóstico y manejo quirúrgico de la obstrucción de la base de la lengua en la AOS sigue siendo un desafío para la mayoría de los cirujanos del sueño, En los últimos años se ha producido una mejora significativa del conocimiento y una disminución de la morbilidad. Síntesis: Las técnicas quirúrgicas dirigidas a tratar el colapso de la BL pueden dividirse en técnicas que modifican la anatomía y en técnicas de estimulación de la vía aérea superior. Conclusiones: Los desarrollos tecnológicos y la evolución de las distintas técnicas quirúrgicas han sido constantes en la última década y probablemente cambiarán aún más en los próximos años. La cirugía de estimulación de la vía aérea superior ha abierto las fronteras en el tratamiento de la AOS.
Sustainable Land Use and Climate Change in Belgrade - The Role of Urban Gardens
Authors: Miljković Jelena Živanović , Pantić Marijana , Čepić Slavica
Published: October 2023

Population growth and urban sprawl are expected to continue increasing pressures on agricultural land, green infrastructure and climate change's impact on the urban environment. Accordingly, the challenge of securing sustainable land use and climate change mitigation needs to be confronted in cities globe wide. Urban green areas represent an asset of public interest with multiple roles – they are recreational zones, noise and pollution protection belts, areas with aesthetic, social and curative values as well as an infrastructure for combating climate change. All these functions accentuate the relevance of urban gardens in urban development, for which their preservation and development play an irreplaceable role in cities.

This paper analyses a specific form of urban gardens in Belgrade (“baštenske kolonije” or “garden colonies”) with a focus on urban land use planning. The research methodology consists of a literature and document review and systematic analysis. The study includes legislative in Serbia and urban planning documents in Belgrade, with the goal being to identify governmental and planning attitude towards urban gardening and their recognition of ecosystem services and climate change combat. The preliminary results indicate that this form of sustainable land in Belgrade is left to the spontaneous actions of individuals with no legally defined status in the previous period

Keywords: sustainable land use, urban gardens, climate change, urban planning, Belgrade.
Promotion of Sustainable Consumption in the Energy Sector
Authors: Buzoianu Ovidiu Andrei Cristian , Constantinescu Victor George , Troaca Victor Adrian , Dima Cristina
Published: October 2023

Sustainable development as it is currently framed aims to reduce the consumption of available resources while minimizing negative impacts on the environment. Sustainability encompasses ecological, economic and social concerns. A main purpose of this term is the maintenance and development of human well-being on a local and global scale. So that this term can be approached by the population, all its attributions must be appropriated and understood. The existence of ecological conditions is necessary to lead an economically sustainable lifestyle. A control over nature and ideas of balance between human effort and nature, fostered by sustainable desolation can benefit future generations. The relevance of such an ecological balance is assessed by comparing how consumption typically occurs in modern human societies as opposed to nature. Sustainable consumption emphasizes the term "green consumption" and reducing the carbon footprint.

Key words: consumption, development, energy, sustainability
Sustainable Development as a Wicked Problem: The Case of the Brazilian Amazon Region
Authors: Machado Marcelo , Rocha Aline , Tartarotti Natalia
Published: October 2023

The global importance of the Amazon rainforest is abundantly evident. It is the world’s largest tropical rainforest, home to incredible biodiversity, and arguably an essential part of the earth’s already fragile climate system. Exploiting the Amazon beyond planetary boundaries, in other words, beyond a threshold the forest cannot regenerate itself from, may have catastrophic, global impacts. Conversely, Brazil is an industrialized yet developing country far from realizing its potential to become an economic superpower. To this day, millions of Brazilians still live below the poverty line. Hence, Brazil cannot afford to ignore the economic potential of the Amazon’s vast resources. The issue becomes how to use those resources effectively and efficiently for economic development. The key is perhaps a sustainable development approach. Considering the diversity of internal (i.e., Brazilian) and external (i.e., foreign) stakeholders, there is no agreement of what sustainable development would mean when it comes to the Brazilian Amazon Region (BAR). The challenge is the fact that environmental and social problems are not just complex problems. According to Brown et al (2010), they are very hard to properly define. Buchanan (1992) concluded these types of problems do not fit within any specific subject matter. In this research, we propose the sustainable development of the BAR as a wicked problem (Rittel and Webber, 1973). The main purpose of this study is to conduct an analysis of stakeholders to confirm this hypothesis. This study employs systems thinking, specifically Peter Checkland’s (1989) Soft System Methodology as the conceptual foundation of the analysis of evidence from the field. Preliminary findings are summarized, and conclusions with conceptual and practical considerations are provided. Limitations and opportunities for future studies are also included.

Keywords: sustainable development, wicked problems, Brazilian Amazon, system thinking, soft system methodology.
Implementation of an Ethical Circular Hub: Framework Proposal
Authors: Garrido Susana , Nunes Carmina S.
Published: October 2023

There are significant regional disparities regarding circular material use rates between Western European countries and other regions in the EU. Hence, there is a severe risk that the circular transition will remain slow and unevenly distributed across EU regions. Business ethics related to circular change involves some principles and practices that guide the ethical conduct of businesses operating within the circular economy. The study aims to recommend a framework to guide regional entities to implement an Ethical Circular Hub to identify new solutions and challenges regarding stakeholder collaboration, ethical circular value chains, social equity, fair labor practices, and transparency, suggesting innovative business models. This framework proposal is based on the literature review and analysis of case studies to identify and promote the best practices in terms of Ethical Circular Hubs implementation. The outcomes of this study will help improve the regional development of policy instruments in the field of Ethical Circular Hubs, identifying ethical and circular best practices to overcome transition problems, will enable countries’ regions to integrate and benchmark successful experiences and policies from other regions into their own regional reality and contribute to a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive society.

Keywords: ethics, circular economy, ethical circular hubs, social impact, policies