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Digital Diplomacy: Assessing the Impact of US Counter-Terrorism Initiatives in Africa
Authors: Meer Arsha Saleem
Published: May 2024

Terrorism has rapidly become a new strategy of warfare and a critical security challenge, both in Africa and worldwide, in the aftermath of the 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. Terrorism has continued to undermine people's fundamental human rights both directly and indirectly on the African continent, for example, contributing to large numbers of people being forcibly displaced from their homes or nations. Currently, there is a fast-expanding trend of terrorist operations throughout Africa, notably in the eastern, northern, and western areas. This article examines US counterterrorism initiatives in Africa via the prism of media tactics. This article delves into the complex network of digital communication strategies used by the US, illustrating how media is strategically used to support diplomatic efforts in Africa by influencing attitudes, shaping narratives, and shaping perceptions.
Visual dysfunction and neurodegeneration caused by severe inflammatory optic neuropathy after coil embolization of a paraclinoid aneurysm: illustrative case
Authors: Okuyama Tomohiro , Kurisu Kota , _ _ , Osanai Toshiya , Ito Masaki , Sugiyama Taku , Uchino Haruto , Fujimura Miki
Published: May 2024

BACKGROUND

Visual impairment due to delayed optic neuropathy is a rare complication of the endovascular treatment of paraclinoid aneurysms. An inflammatory response induced in the treated aneurysm wall is a known mechanism underlying this pathophysiology. The authors describe a case with severe and progressive optic neuropathy leading to neuronal degeneration and severe visual dysfunction.

OBSERVATIONS

A 42-year-old female with a history of surgical clipping for a paraclinoid aneurysm presented with a recurrence. Although the patient was unaware of any visual dysfunction, a preoperative ophthalmological examination revealed mild inferior quadrantanopia in the left eye. The coil embolization procedure was uneventful; however, the following day, the patient experienced progressive visual impairment, which worsened despite the initiation of steroid therapy. Ophthalmological examination revealed a severe decrease in visual acuity and further deterioration of the visual field. Magnetic resonance imaging showed remarkable swelling and edema of the left optic nerve adjacent to the treated aneurysm. Despite continued steroid therapy, the patient’s visual function did not recover well due to subsequent optic nerve degeneration.

LESSONS

Optic neuropathy after endovascular procedures can lead to severe visual dysfunction. Careful management is essential, particularly when treating a symptomatic paraclinoid aneurysm, even if symptoms are only apparent on detailed examination.
IMPLEMENTASI LITERASI DAN NUMERASI PADA PELAKSANAAN KAMPUS MENGAJAR ANGKATAN 6 DI SD NEGERI 03 SEPAUK KABUPATEN SINTANG
Authors: Kurniati Agusta , Oktaviani Ursula Dwi , Warkintin Warkintin
Published: May 2024

The government has been started the School Literacy Movement (GLS) program since 2015, which is regulated in Minister of Education and Culture Regulation No. 23 of 2015 concerning the growth of Character. Literacy and numeracy are fundamental competencies which have an important role in determining the quality of a nation. Kampus Mengajar is one of the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) programs, has come to provide a solution. The activities carried out in the Kampus Mengajar program are assisting with teaching, assisting with technology adaptation, and assisting school administration. Kampus Mengajar students focus on improving the quality of learning and numeracy and literacy skills on elementary school (SD), junior high school (SMP) and vocational high school (SMK) students. One of them is at SD Negeri 03 Sepauk, Sintang Regency. This activity provides experience results that students may not necessarily get through lectures. Implementation of Kampus Mengajar activities can provide knowledge for students to become individuals who have high loyalty and dedication to the country through education, students can also gain insight and experience outside of college.
Some Positive Trends in the Development of University Science in Russia at the Present Time
Authors: Konstantinova L. V. , Titova E. S. , Petrov A. M. , Shtykhno D. A.
Published: May 2024

The development of university science is one of the state policy priorities in Russia today. To determine this process prospects, it is important to identify positive trends and best practices of leading Russian universities scientific activity. For this purpose, the article considers the organizational features and sources of university science funding, analyzes the main indicators of research performance and practices of research policy implementation, summarizes the scientific achievements of leading Russian universities. The article uses the methods of universities monitoring activities statistical analysis and substantive analysis of information about the universities` scientific activities posted in open sources. The conclusions are drawn about the formation in Russia leading universities group with a stable priority of research activities, the core of which is formed by leading technical sectoral universities and regional polytechnic universities, the practices of science organization and the main scientific achievements of which can significantly influence the further development of domestic university science, as well as the world scientific knowledge expansion and Russian society socio-economic development issues solution.
“Everyone Can Master the Correct Use of Mathematical Methods”: The Relevance of L.D. Kudryavtsev’s Ideas for Modern Mathematics Education
Authors: Semenov A. L. , Abylkassymova A. E.
Published: May 2024

The article discusses the ideas, devoted to mathematics education, of Lev D. Kudryavtsev, corresponding member of the USSR Academy of Sciences, professor-mathematician. These ideas are based on more than half a century of practical experience of L. D. Kudryavtsev at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology – he presented his vision of the problems of educating students, the unity of mathematics, as well as methods of teaching it in the collection of articles. The thoughts and ideas of L. D. Kudryavtsev are still relevant today, in the age of digital transformation of the education system and of the entire life of society.
Evaluation of University’s Place in the Adult Education Ecosystem
Authors: Efimova G. Z. , Semenov M. Yu.
Published: May 2024

The authors of the present paper conducted a comprehensive analysis of university place in the ecosystem of adult education, based on its characteristic functions, priorities of activity and emerging tensions. The participation of universities in the professional training of adults is analyzed. The research focus is projected on the assessment of the situation at the institutional (a university as a social institution) and organizational level (a university as a specific institution of higher education). A discussion of the prospects for transforming the place of higher institution in the ecosystem of adult education is presented. The study was conducted using a semiformalized interview method (n=36) with representatives of the commercial and public sector occupying key positions (heads and top management of universities, corporate universities, educational consulting organizations, providers of non-formal education services, etc.).

   Main results. Several points of university positioning in the structure of adult education ecosystem are identified: 1) the university is the core of the educational ecosystem and holds this status; 2) the university occupies the central place of the educational ecosystem, but can lose this status by certain actions or inaction; 3) the university is not the core of the educational ecosystem and should not be; 4) the university is not the core of the educational ecosystem, but could become it. According to most experts, universities occupy a central place in the ecosystem of adult education and have a high potential to retain leadership positions, provided that the educational material is relevant and meets the demands of the labor market. At the same time, it is important to consider that some participants of the educational ecosystem (online platforms, corporate universities and others) are rapidly increasing their influence and implementing large-scale educational programs for the population. Universities, having a high level of public trust and being mainly responsible for fundamental professional education, are interested in accumulating the advantages of other participants of the educational ecosystem. It is optimal to present the university as a central hub of educational practices for the population, accumulating the advantages of other actors of the adult education ecosystem. The article is addressed to administrative and managerial staff of universities, representatives of executive authorities and the real sector of the economy, scientific and pedagogical staff and graduate students seeking to study lifelong learning of adults.
Information technologies in the construction of the field of radiation pollution of the locality and forecasting
Authors: Nagornyi Yevhen I.
Published: May 2024

The article examines the improvement of information technologies in the construction of the field of radiation contamination of the area based on the measured values of the impact factors of a nuclear explosion. Forecasting uses summaries of radioactive contamination centers and meteorological information. This process is quite well formalized and its practical implementation does not present great difficulties in automated systems for monitoring the radiation environment.Studies have shown that with a large heterogeneity of the source data by location (the presence of significant zones in which measurements were not carried out), this approach can unjustifiably overestimate or underestimate the calculated values in these zones. The local interpolation method was used to correct this effect. It is based on the assumption of the presence of local linear dependencies in the source data.In automated radiation monitoring systems, interpolation methods are used in the presence of a widespread network of stationary sensors connected to communication channels.The interpretation of radiation reconnaissance data using interpolation methods does not allow using a priori information about the parameters of the cell and the conditions for the formation of radiation contamination of the area. Joint accounting in the processing of these data allows you to combine the stages of forecasting and detection of the actual situation into a single process.
Calculation of the ecological and economic effect of collecting rainwater with «green» roofs
Authors: Kravchenko Marina V. , Tkachenko Tetiana M.
Published: May 2024

The problem of the availability of fresh water on the planet is substantiated and the main concepts of sustainable rainwater management, such as: "SuDS", "BMP", "LID", "GI", as well as the concept of "green" structures, are analyzed. The classification and characteristics of the main types of «green» roofs, as well as their main ecological advantages, are presented. The global market for green roofs is shown growing from USD 1.4 billion in 2020 to a CAGR of 17% from 2020 to 2027, to reach USD 4.2 billion by 2027, and is projected to the extensive type will account for more than half of the total market share. The problem of high costs for installation and maintenance of environmentally friendly solutions for the roof is highlighted, therefore the aim of the work is to calculate the ecological and economic effect of collecting rainwater obtained from "green" roofs, in contrast to traditional roofs, and to conduct an economic analysis of social and cost benefits. what green roofs generate over their life cycle using the Net Present Value (NPV) method. The ecological and economic effect of collecting rainwater with "green" roofs was calculated for four cities of Ukraine: Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro and Lviv. According to the results of calculations, the ecological effect of EE ranges from 394,000 m3 in the city of Dnipro and 450,000 m3 in Kharkiv to 567,000 m3 in Kyiv and 647,000 m3 in Lviv. The difference in the obtained calculations depends primarily on the selected area of "green" roofs, which was the lowest in the city of Dnipro (1.47 million m2) and the highest in the city of Kyiv (2.50 million m2), the values of which were chosen conditionally, as well as from the indicator of the average annual amount of precipitation, which is the highest in the city of Lviv (740 mm). The average value of the ecological effect of EE in relation to water retention in the analyzed cities was calculated, which was 515,000 m3. By multiplying EE and water price, the average ECE for these 4 cities was determined to be $380,500. It was concluded that the price of water is a decisive dependent variable in the calculation of ECE. The calculation of the economic analysis of the profitability of investments in "green" roofs corresponding to 1 m2 of intensive and extensive "green" roofs, which was carried out on the basis of the net present value method (NPV). It is shown that investment costs for "green" roofs include the following stages: design of "green" roofs; installation of the "green" roof system; installation of waterproofing; production of substrate for roofs and its installation; selection and planting of plants on the roof; installation of the irrigation system. It is substantiated that both intensive and extensive "green" roofs have a positive indicator of the net present value of NPV. The average NPV per 1 m2 of an intensive "green" roof is more than 10 times higher than the average NPV per 1 m2 of an extensive "green" roof.
Analysis of Dosimetric Parameters of Linear Accelerator
Authors: Naz Nadia , Buzdar Saeed Ahmad , Gadhi Muhammad Asghar , Bibi Aasia
Published: May 2024

With the advancements in the radiation delivery techniques and modern Linac systems, the need for better quality control devices also arises. Different devices manufactured by companies are available at hospitals and some of these devices are found to be more accurate in one category then others. The main objective of this study to analyze the dosimetric parameters of linear accelerator was to use PTW QUICKCHECK device at radiotherapy department of BINO hospital, Bahawalpur and evaluate their performances in checking the beam uniformity and symmetry in daily QC and other required periodic QC tests. For Daily Quality Control PTW QUICKCHECK device was used daily in the morning checks for 50 days to monitor CAX, beam flatness, GT symmetry, LR symmetry, Beam Quality Factor for electron beam of 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 22 MeV energies and photon beam of 6, 15 MV energies with 100 MU given to the QUICK CHECK device at dose rate of 300 MU/min. To ensure the stability of data monitored through QUICKCHEC repeatability and reproducibility tests were performed. PTW QUICKCHECK device can be easily setup on daily basis for daily checks. According to the results it is clear that PTW QUICKCHECK device is quite accurate with regard to symmetry measurements as all data is within tolerance range (3%). However, accuracy in flatness measurement shows uncertainties i.e for 6 MV 7.3%, for 15 MV 7.31%, for 6 MeV 16.12%, for 9 MeV 6.92%, for 12 MeV 5.92%, for 15 MeV 4.01%, for 18 MeV 4.01% and for 22 MeV 4.13% of data are within tolerance range.
DESPOJO PARA LA ACUMULACIÓN. UN ANÁLISIS DE LOS PROCESOS DE ACUMULACIÓN Y SUS MODELOS DE DESPOJO
Authors: Rodríguez Wallenis Carlos A.
Published: May 2024

La emergencia de proyectos económicos y de infraestructura que se basan en la apropiación de los territorios y bienes naturales de las poblaciones rurales, en México, ha incrementado en los últimos 15años. Una serie importante de emprendimientos mineros, turísticos,inmobiliarios, de infraestructura, de plantaciones comerciales, plantas para el embotellamiento de agua, extracción de hidrocarburos, etcétera, invaden los terrenos de las comunidades campesinas, expulsando a las poblaciones, contaminando sus entornos y dejándolassin sus formas de vida y sustento.
Recordando a Proudhon: elementos para una teoría anarquista del poder.
Authors: Mäkimartti Mikko
Published: May 2024

Proudhon es reconocido por su crítica temprana a la propiedad y la explotación. No obstante, desde la lectura cuidadosa de su obra se evidencia que desarrolló una importante teoría sobre el poder. Por eso este artículo tiene como objetivo evidenciar los aportes y la centralidad del autor en la teorización anarquista del poder a través de cuatro momentos. Primero: aceptación y desarrollo de su teoría en el anarquismo posterior; segundo: excepcionalidad de la teoría de Bakunin; tercero: afinidad entre Proudhon y Foucault; y cuarto: los aportes de Proudhon para los debates sobre las luchas pluralistas, trasversales y anticapitalistas que coinciden con el anarquismo en que existen concepciones de poder que no dominan necesariamente.
Edge Response and Defect Detectability in Flat Panel Digital Radiography
Authors: S Srivathasan , Das Sanjoy , Ravindra M , Mukherjee D
Published: May 2024

Defect detectability studies are used in nondestructive testing to ascertain the reliability of the method of inspection. In digital radiography, with the growing prevalence of automation of quality control processes by image processing and machine learning, a threshold detection criterion based on quantifiable data from the digital radiograph could be explored. The use of the parameter contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) of defect signal as a probability of detection (POD) threshold criterion is explored in this paper. A stainless steel block containing artificial defects of known dimensions and location is radiographed by a flat panel detector, and an empirical POD curve is constructed. Before the POD study, the edge response of the flat panel system is studied to ensure noninterference of adjacent defect signals, gain insights about the lateral spread of the defect signal, and provide information to choose the region of interest for CNR calculation. The effect of noise on the POD using CNR as the threshold criterion is also included in the present study. The use of CNR-based POD models for digital radiography to aid the comparison and development of automatic defect detection models is also discussed.
Teori pilihan rasional untuk memahami koruptor di Indonesia
Authors: Ramadhan Choky R.
Published: May 2024

Teori pilihan rasional (rational choice theory) digunakan dan dikembangkan untuk menjelaskan tindak pidana dan upaya untuk mencegah serta menghukum pelakunya (deterrence effect). Menurut teori ini, pelaku tindak pidana secara rasional mempertimbangkan kebahagiaan dan penderitaan yang akan diperoleh dari melakukan tindak pidana. Berbagai studi teoritik maupun empirik kemudian mengembangkan faktor-faktor yang berpengaruh pada rasionalitas pelaku tindak pidana. Artikel ini memperinci kumpulan studi tentang teori pilihan rasional tersebut dan mengaitkannya dengan tindak pidana korupsi. Literatur mengenai tindak pidana korupsi dan upaya pencegahan serta pemberantasannya banyak yang terkait dengan teori pilihan rasional. Selain itu, artikel ini berupaya menggunakan teori pilihan rasional untuk memahami pelaku tindak pidana korupsi di Lembaga Pemasyarakatan (Lapas) Sukamiskin. Penelitian ini bersifat eksploratif dengan menggunakan puluhan video inspeksi mendadak (sidak), wawancara pelaku dan pemberitaan yang tersedia untuk publik, serta wawancara beberapa pihak yang pernah mengunjungi Lapas Sukamiskin. Lapas Sukamiskin menjadi lokasi yang menarik karena narapidana telah dihukum melakukan tindak pidana korupsi, tetapi masih tetap melakukan praktik koruptif di dalamnya. Pemahaman terhadap alasan dan pola korupsi dapat memperkaya penjelasan mengenai korupsi di Indonesia dengan menggunakan analisis teori pilihan rasional.
Relationship between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) with Quality of Sleep
Authors: Ginting Elianora Bergita , Darmadi  , Sofyan Ferryan , Kaban Sri Melinda
Published: May 2024

Background. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a common gastrointestinal disorder caused by reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus, as a result, it causes various symptoms or complications . GERD is a commonly prevalent gastrointestinal disorder in medical students. Based on data from the 2006 US National Health and Wellness survey observing respondents who experienced heartburn at least twice a month, 89% of respondents experiencing nightime GERD symptoms, it showed that the presence of nighttime GERD was associated with decrease quality of sleep. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between GERD and students’ sleep quality in Faculty of Medicine USU 2020-2022.
Method. Cross sectional design with total sampling method. Data collection was carried out using an online questionnaire in the form of a google form. The questionnaires used were GERD-Q, FSSG, PSQI, and ISI. The analysis used was univariate and bivariate analysis with Chi-square.
Results. This study involved 378 respondents, 114 people (30.2%) with GERD, 67 people (58.8%) with severe of GERD, 286 people (75.7%) had a bad quality of sleep, and 43 people (15%) with moderate and severe of insomnia. The results of statistical analysis showed an association between GERD and quality of sleep.
Conclusion. There was a correlation between GERD and quality of sleep of USU Faculty of Medicine students class 2020-2022
ПІДТРИМКА ТА ФІНАНСУВАННЯ ПІДПРИЄМНИЦЬКОЇ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ В УМОВАХ ВОЄННОГО СТАНУ
Authors: Борисова Світлана , Крук Олена , Балашова Олена
Published: May 2024

Стаття присвячена актуальним питанням підтримки бізнесу та національної економіки країни в нестабільних умовах, які викликані воєнним станом. Проаналізовано негативні зрушення та несприятливі економічні умови, що вплинули на нормальне функціонування бізнесу в Україні. Досліджено державні програми, спрямовані на підтримку українського бізнесу, який виявив надзвичайну стійкість в умовах війни. Окреслено переваги державних програм стимулювання економіки, які можуть бути введені під час війни для забезпечення фінансової стабільності та сприяння відновленню підприємств. Висвітлено положення державної програми «Доступні кредити 5-7-9%», спрямованої на допомогу бізнесу в складний період. Визначено напрями регуляторної політики уряду, які усунуть бар’єри, що перешкоджають веденню підприємницької діяльності. Вважається, що ці заходи забезпечать успіх дерегулювання підприємницької діяльності.
THE ESSENCE OF SIMULATION MODELING
Authors:   National Defence University of Ukraine, Zahorodnikh Vitalii , Melnyk Yaroslav ,   National Defence University of Ukraine, Ostashevskyi Ihor ,   National Defence University of Ukraine
Published: May 2024

The article examines the issue of the essence of simulation modeling. As our world grows increasingly complex, understanding and managing intricate systems become more challenging. Imitative modeling offers a way to simplify and study these systems, providing valuable insights into their behavior and interactions. Advancements in technology, particularly in computing power and simulation software, have made imitative modeling more sophisticated and accessible. This technological progress enables more accurate and detailed simulations, enhancing the value and applicability of modeling across various fields. Imitative modeling provides a tool to simulate different scenarios, evaluate options, and optimize outcomes, thus supporting better decision-making processes. Furthermore, imitative modeling drives innovation by identifying new approaches or configurations that optimize performance. Whether it's designing a new product, improving a manufacturing process, or optimizing a supply chain, modeling can help find the best solutions to complex problems. Addressing global challenges such as climate change, environmental sustainability, public health, and urban planning requires informed strategies and policies. Imitative modeling can play a crucial role in this by simulating the impact of different interventions or policies, thereby informing better approaches to tackle these pressing issues. Additionally, imitative modeling serves as a valuable educational tool, helping students understand complex concepts and theories through practical application. It also supports research by providing a framework for hypothesis testing, data analysis, and validation. It is noted that the widespread use of simulation modeling became a reality at a certain stage of the development of information technologies, which include means of collecting, transmitting, processing and storing information. These means include not only computers, but also computational mathematics tools, multi-level programming tools, database management systems, data banks, and others. The simulation model is a complex mathematical and algorithmic structure, which is intended for the study of a certain system. The method, which is based on the creation and analysis of simulation models, is called "machine simulation" or "simulation modeling".
РЕГУЛЮВАННЯ ТА ПРОГНОЗУВАННЯ ТУРИСТИЧНОГО ПОПИТУ В КОНТЕКСТІ СТАЛОГО РОЗВИТКУ ТУРИЗМУ
Authors: Миронов Ю. Б.
Published: May 2024

Стаття присвячена регулюванню та прогнозуванню туристичного попиту в контексті сталого розвитку туризму. Автор зазначає, що з огляду на динамічність галузі туризму та масштаби його впливу на природні ресурси, соціокультурну сферу та культурну спадщину, необхідні ефективні стратегії регулювання туристичного попиту, базовані на принципах сталого розвитку. Визначено ключові завдання для забезпечення сталого розвитку туризму, серед яких економічна стабільність, збереження природних та культурних ресурсів, соціальна стабільність та підтримка місцевих громад. Також обґрунтовується роль регулювання туристичного попиту в цьому контексті. Для забезпечення сталого розвитку туризму автор пропонує розроблення та впровадження ефективної туристичної політики, яка б враховувала принципи сталості. Розглядаються підходи до регулювання туристичного попиту в контексті сталого розвитку туризму та прогнозування попиту на туризм. Визначено, що для прогнозування туристичного попиту можна використовувати різноманітні інструменти, такі як аналіз ринкових досліджень, прогнозування тенденцій розвитку туризму, а також моделювання впливу різних факторів на туристичний ринок. Охарактеризовано методи прогнозування (кількісні та якісні). Зазначається, що взаємозв’язок між прогнозуванням та регулюванням туристичного попиту полягає у тому, що прогнозування допомагає визначити потреби туристів та розробити стратегії для їх задоволення, а регулювання допомагає забезпечити сталий розвиток туризму. Обидва процеси сприяють досягненню спільної мети – забезпечення успішного функціонування туристичної галузі. Визначено перспективи подальших наукових досліджень у даному напрямі.
¿Cómo se hace sociología filosófica? Respuesta a Alvear y Mundó.
Authors: Chernilo Daniel
Published: May 2024

Agradezco a Rafael Alvear y Jordi Mundó su lectura tan detenida de mi artículo; sus agudas observaciones me permiten precisar algunas de las mías. Mi compromiso con los editores es escribir una respuesta breve, y por ello me voy a concentrar en la dimensión metodológica sobre la que ambos colegas me interrogan – en una pregunta que subyace también a la introducción de Rodrigo Cordero y Francisco Salinas a este número de Cuadernos: ¿Cómo se hace sociología filosófica?
Time Effect on Aerobic Composting Method for Temperature and pH from Brem Waste
Authors: Wahyusi Kindriari Nurma , Muashomah Ummi , Bella Annisa , Fauziyah Nur Aini
Published: May 2024

This research addressed to utilize brem waste to be compost with the addition of M-Bio activator using aerobic composting method. Brem waste was collected from brem industry, UD. Tongkat Mas, located in the Caruban, Madiun, East Java. The main material was brem waste (1 kg) with additional materials of eggshell flour (300 g) and M-Bio activator. Here, we considered every time and the pH was measured every time interval. This brem waste was included in organic waste. This organic waste had a high water content so it can easily decompose. The temperature of compost increased as addition of M-Bio activator. The best properties was shown by the compost III that met with the standards SNI 19-7030-2004.
Daily Case Trends of COVID-19
Authors: Marble Lillia , McKillip John
Published: May 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused immense and immeasurable disruption to billions of lives worldwide, and the strain on healthcare workers and facilities will undoubtedly be seen for years to come. Many factors impact the incidence and prevalence of COVID-19 in states, such as policies and legislation, funding, partisanship of the statehouse, vaccination rates, and rurality. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the differences in the daily positive cases between Indiana and Washington State and examine the respective ways each state tried to mitigate the morbidity and mortality of the virus. Indiana and Washington State were chosen as the states have similar populations in different geographical locations in the country and varying responses to the pandemic. Data was obtained from the respective state health departments over a period of two and a half years from March 2020 to December 2022. Independent t-tests were used for the analysis of the data between Indiana and Washington. Overall, Indiana had a higher daily positive case rate when compared to Washington. Indiana had a lower vaccination rate and had more hospitalizations and deaths compared to Washington and the US population as a whole. The difference in the findings of each state could be attributed to the partisanship of the state and the ways in which partisanship influences the enacting of legislation and policies intended to mitigate disease, as well as public health funding allocated by the state.
Successful Digital Marketing Techniques for Business Development
Authors: Raihana Putri Junaedi Sausan , Victoriani  , Edmond David
Published: May 2024

In the constantly changing digital environment, digital marketing has emerged as a crucial component of company growth. Effective digital marketing techniques are thoroughly discussed in this article as the key to achieving significant business growth. This article's major goal is to give readers a thorough grasp of the value of identifying the target audience, creating high-quality content, optimizing it for search engines, using social media, using data analysis, and being responsive to shifting digital trends. We also go over the advantages of using this method, including how it can improve visibility, customer retention, and business conversions. This article seeks to serve as a comprehensive how-to manual for businesses and entrepreneurs who wish to learn the art of digital marketing for long-term company expansion.
Peran Locus of Control Sebagai Variabel Intervening dalam Pengaruh Pengetahuan Keuangan dan Sikap Keuangan terhadap Perilakui Pengelolaan Keuangan pada UMKM
Authors: Islami Adelia Wahyu , Rahmawati Ika Yustina , Tubastuvi Naelati , Haryanto Totok
Published: May 2024

This research aims to examine the influence of financial knowledge, financial attitudes, and locus of control as intervening variables on UMKM in the Purwokerto area. The method used in sampling was probability sampling and the number of samples in this study was 100 respondents. Data analysis in this research uses the classical assumption test, multiple linear regression (t test), coefficient of determination and path analysis. The research results show that financial knowledge and financial attitudes directly have a positive and significant effect on locus of control. Financial attitude has a positive and significant effect on financial management behavior, while financial knowledge and locus of control have no effect on financial management behavior. Locus of control is not able to mediate the influence of financial knowledge on financial management behavior and locus of control is able to mediate the influence of financial attitudes on financial management behavior.
Mechanical Characterization of Hybrid Bagasse/Eggshell/E-glass Fiber-based Polyester Composite
Authors: Trivedi Dhaiwat N. , Munezero Fiona , Rachchh Nikunj
Published: May 2024

Currently, numerous researchers, scientists, and industrialists are drawn towards utilizing natural fillers rather than synthetic ones because of their environmentally-friendly characteristics, lower density per unit volume and favorable mechanical attributes. Several studies have demonstrated that using organic filler in polyester matrix composites, instead of disposing of them in landfills, has various advantages. The current study focuses on the investigation of the mechanical characteristics of composite material made from a combination of bagasse, eggshell, and e-glass fibers exhibit characteristics such as strength under tension, strength under bending, resistance to indentation, and mass per unit volume. Different weight percentages of eggshell/bagasse were used to make the material using the hand lay-up technique (3wt%, 6wt%, 9wt%, and 12wt%), with 19wt% of glass fiber mixed in the resin. The use of inorganic fillers like calcium carbonate, a non-renewable mineral that may be expensive and environmentally hazardous to extract and process, is being reduced in favor of organic fillers like eggshell and bagasse, which are inexpensive and readily available. Specimens were generated by interposing fiber waste amidst chopped strand glass fiber mats, with variations in the bagasse, eggshell and polyester content, while keeping the amount of E-glass fiber constant. Afterward, the specimens were trimmed to the appropriate dimensions and subjected to analysis with a universal apparatus. The research showed that enhancing the quantity of bagasse/eggshell fiber within the hybrid composite resulted in an enhancement of its mechanical characteristics. The best reinforcement effect was observed in a hybrid composite with 6% bagasse/eggshell fiber.
Sở thích của nông dân đối với nuôi tôm công nghệ cao theo vùng sản xuất
Authors: Trương Ngọc Phong , Bùi Bích Xuân , Quách Thị Khánh Ngọc
Published: May 2024

Nghiên cứu này phân tích sở thích và ước tính mức sẵn lòng trả của nông dân đối với mỗi đặc điểm kinh tế và môi trường từ phương pháp nuôi tôm công nghệ cao, có xét đến sự khác biệt theo vùng sản xuất, sử dụng phương pháp thí nghiệm lựa chọn và phân tích mô hình phân lớp tiềm ẩn. Kết quả phân tích cho thấy nông dân thích và sẵn lòng trả để đạt được các lợi ích kinh tế, nhưng không quan tâm đến lợi ích bảo vệ môi trường từ phương pháp nuôi tôm công nghệ cao. Nông dân ở khu vực Nam Trung Bộ có sự ưa thích và mức sẵn lòng trả cao hơn so với nông dân ở khu vực Đồng Bằng Sông Cửu Long. Các khám phá trong nghiên cứu này chỉ ra rằng để thúc đẩy nông dân áp dụng nuôi tôm công nghệ cao nhà nước cần cải thiện chính sách trợ cấp, hỗ trợ người nông dân vay vốn, và tập trung vốn ưu đãi cho các trang trại ở khu vực Nam Trung Bộ.
A study of early childhood English language development as an impact of English cartoons
Authors: Saiddina Dinda Syifa , Darma Virga Putra
Published: May 2024

In this sophisticated era, technological advances have contributed to the phenomenon of bilingualism. Easy access to various content on the internet and social media has a new impact on the language acquisition of an individual, including children. Children are active users who access digital content, including English cartoons. Research conducted by Trota et al. (2022) and Alghonaim (2019) shows a significant effect of English cartoons on children's English language acquisition. Departing from this, the researcher conducted further research on similar influences on children who had mastered two languages before being exposed to English cartoons. Data was collected through direct observation and interviews with parents of participants. The research was conducted in Sarabau village, Plered sub-district, Cirebon district, with children aged 5 to 6 years as the object of research. The data was then carefully analyzed using a qualitative descriptive method. The results showed an influence on the acquisition of sound systems, vocabulary, and sentence formation in English. In line with this, researchers also found factors such as the intensity of screen time and the role and involvement of parents in the process of English language acquisition through English cartoons.
Microstructural examination of osseointegration using computer microtomography of dental implants installed during reconstruction of the alveolar part of the mandible by the method of reversible bone block. Experimental research
Authors: Musaev M. G. , Gezuyev G. K. , Omarov R. M. , Zelensky A. K. , Gryazeva E. S. , Dolgalev А. A.
Published: May 2024

This article describes an experimental study with animal training, which examines the osseointegration of dental implants installed during the reconstruction of the alveolar part of the mandible by the method of reversible bone block. The protocols of surgical intervention, sampling of material for microtomography analysis, as well as the results of the study are presented.
Morphohistological assessment of osseointegration of dental implants installed during reconstruction of the alveolar part of the mandible by the method of reversible bone block. Experimental research
Authors: Musaev M. G. , Gezuyev G. K. , Omarov R. M. , Zelensky A. K. , Dolgalev A. A. , Avanisyan V. M.
Published: May 2024

This article describes an experimental study involving animals, which examines the osseointegration of dental implants installed during the reconstruction of the alveolar part of the mandible by the method of reversible bone block. The protocols of surgical intervention, sampling of material for morphohistological analysis, preparation of biopsy samples for examination, as well as the results of the study are presented.
Temporary skeletal anchorage – possibilities and mechanism of application. Literature review
Authors: Maziashvili G. G. , Khromenkova K. V. , Oborotistov N. Y. , Taranova N. Y. , Khumgaeva Kh. R. , Efanova D. S.
Published: May 2024

To date, the use of a temporary skeletal anchorage in orthodontic treatment in almost every clinical case. Despite this, there are only two variants of this surgical instrument: mini-screws and mini-plates. Both variants of the skeletal anchorage have their positive and negative qualities, which, to one degree or another, affect the result and timing of treatment. The purpose of this literature review is to describe the main methods of using temporary skeletal anchorage, in which clinical cases their use is possible and contraindicated, as well as what positive and negative aspects can be observed during and after the treatment of orthodontic patients. The search for scientific data was carried out in the PubMed database using such keywords as: orthodontic skeletal anchorage, temporary anchorage, orthodontic mini-screw, orthodontic mini-plate. A literature search revealed that temporary skeletal anchorage allows the surgeon and orthodontist to predictably make changes to the jaw bones that were previously only possible with orthognathic surgery. Before installing a mini-screw or mini-plate, careful planning in the form of an examination and x-ray examination should be carried out. Ultimately, informed consent should be obtained explaining to the patient that orthognathia may still be necessary if the skeletal anchorage method fails. Although this is still a relatively new technique, some issues need to be considered and further clinical research is needed.
The use of an innovative technique for perforations of the mucous membrane of the maxillary sinus during the sinus lift operation
Authors: Skakunov Ya. I. , Drobyshev A. Yu. , Redko N. A. , Le T. H.
Published: May 2024

Introduction. To date, according to WHO, the number of people with a complete absence of teeth is greater than 8% of all the people worldwide. Loss of teeth due to complications of caries treatment, chronic periodontitis and trauma leads to atrophy of the alveolar ridge and that of soft tissues in this area, which in turn complicates the rehabilitation of the patients. According to the literature, in the first year after tooth extraction, the volume of the bone tissue of the alveolar ridge decreases by 40–60%, which greatly complicates the subsequent orthopedic rehabilitation of the patients. Currently, the «gold standard» for increasing the volume of the bone tissue of the alveolar ridge of the upper jaw in the distal section is the sinus lift operation. However, according to the literature, when sinus lift operation is performed, Schneider’s membrane perforation occurs in 7–23% of cases, which in terms, leads to the inability to complete the operation and complications in cases with total perforations of membrane.

Purpose of the study. To evaluate the complex rehabilitation of patients with partial secondary absence of teeth and severe atrophy in the lateral sections of upper jaw using the «envelope technique» during open sinus lifting.

Materials and methods. In 2020–2022, during a clinical study at the clinic of the Department of maxillofacial and plastic surgery of the Moscow State Medical University named after A.I. Evdokimov, 54 patients who had a history of PPI interventions in the ENT department were treated. All patients underwent bilateral open sinus lifting using enamel matrix proteins or the «envelope technique» for perforation of the Schneider membrane. After 9–12 months, a comprehensive rehabilitation of patients based on dental implants was carried out.

Results. The number of extensive (total) perforations of the Schneider membrane in the study group of patients was 50%. As a result of the use of the patented «envelope technique» with the use of enamel matrix proteins, no postoperative complications were observed in patients with total perforation of the Schneider membrane. Taking into account the planned orthopedic design, 292 dental implants were installed in all patients.

Conclusion. The method is effective and safe, allowing to rehabilitate patients with missing teeth and severe atrophy in the lateral part of the upper jaw, in case of intraoperative total perforation of the Schneiderian membrane.
Data Imaginary
Authors: Herrmann Sebastian
Published: May 2024

‘Data Imaginary’ is about the co-evolution of the literary and of data around the middle of the long nineteenth century. It argues that, during romanticism, US culture negotiated the outlines of the literary – what literature is, what literary value consists of, and what literature can do – in relation to the outlines of another representational project that was gaining sharper contours and a stronger foothold in public perception at the time: data. As the young nation was searching for a national literature of its own, data and data-driven practices formed an important foil, a conceptual resource to articulate the desire for a new, democratic literature.

Revisiting formative decades of US literary self-perception through the conceptual lens of data, this book rethinks the representative project of transcendentalism, the catalog poetry of Walt Whitman, the formal experimentation of abolitionist literature, and the evolution of American (literary) studies.
ALMAN CEZA YARGILAMASINDA MERKEZİ BİR YAPI TAŞI: ARA MUHAKEME
Authors: Kahraman Recep
Published: May 2024

Ara muhakeme, ceza davası açılması talebinin mahkeme tarafından karara bağlandığı aşamadır. Ara muhakemede yargılamanın esası hakkında bir değerlendirme yapılmamakta; soruşturma aşamasında yapılan araştırma kapsamında, davanın açılması için gereken koşulların oluşup oluşmadığına karar verilmektedir. Diğer bir ifadeyle, iddianamenin hangi içerikle kabul edilebileceği incelenmektedir. Ara muhakemede mahkemenin normatif olarak kabul edilmiş olan bir kontrol işlevi bulunmaktadır. Soruşturma aşamasında yapılan işlemler denetimden geçirilmektedir. Soruşturmanın sonuçlarının iddianameyi haklı kılıp kılmadığı; soruşturmanın düzenli, verimli ve adil yürütülüp yürütülmediği kontrol edilmektedir. Ara muhakemede mahkeme, iddianamenin içeriğini sanığa bildirir ve daha sonra sanık aleyhinde yeterli şüphe olup olmadığını inceler. Bu incelemenin bir parçası olarak sanığı dinleyebilir ve yeterli şüphenin mevcut olup olmadığını belirlemek adına delil toplayabilir. İddianamenin açıklanmasıyla birlikte sanığa dosyayı inceleme ve delil toplama talebinde bulunma fırsatı verildiğinden, bir nevi asıl yargılamadan önce savunma hakkı verilmektedir. Bu sayede mahkemenin de ana duruşmaya hazırlanabilmesine katkı sağlanmış olmaktadır. Asıl yargılamadan önce delillerin toplanmasını teşvik ettiği için ara muhakeme, sanığın haklarını koruma ve yargılamayı hızlandırma açısından merkezi bir rol oynamaktadır.
Moving towards a mechanistic understanding of biostimulant impacts on soil properties and processes: a semi-systematic review
Authors: Roche Dannielle , Rickson Jane R. , Pawlett Mark
Published: May 2024

Biostimulants are gaining prominence in scientific research, with the potential to enhance plant productivity through benefits to crop yield/quality and tolerance to environmental stresses. Through possible improvements to nutrient use efficiency, they may also lessen the adverse environmental impacts of conventional inorganic fertilizer use in agriculture. The application of biostimulants is currently uncommon as a farming practice, with uncertain effectiveness in delivering these potential benefits. Current research focuses on biostimulant effects on plant physiological changes. There is little scientific evidence on the impact of biostimulants on soil properties (biological, physical, or chemical) or soil functions. This knowledge gap should be addressed considering the vital role of soil processes in the bioavailability of nutrients, as reflected in crop productivity. This review evaluates laboratory and field experimental work on the effectiveness of common, non-microbial biostimulants, with a focus on their modes of action within the soil matrix. Of 2,097 initial articles returned through the search strings, 10 were within the scope of this review. A common soil biostimulant mechanism emerges from this literature. This relates to the supply of nutrients provided by the biostimulants, which stimulate native soil microbiology in mineralizing organic material in the soil, thus producing more bioavailable nutrients for plant uptake. Additionally, some articles link biostimulant effects to soil physical and chemical changes, which in turn impact soil biology (and vice versa). However, there is inconsistent evidence to provide full support for these explanatory mechanisms. This review highlights the need for further research into the effect of biostimulants on the native soil microbiology and associated soil properties, to provide greater clarity on biostimulants’ modes of action and greater mechanistic insights into how they can be used to improve crop production.