bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Enhancing Brain Health through Omega Fatty Acids: The Role of Ahiflower Oil and Oleic Acid in Modulating the Microbiome-Gut-Brain Axis
Authors: Fuambi Anita , Esfandi Ramak , Thomas Raymond
Published: December 2024

Neurodegenerative disorders are emerging as a major global health issue with increasing prevalence in every geographic location. This has prompted researchers to investigate the role of dietary factors in the development and progression of conditions such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other age-related cognitive disorders. This comprehensive review explores the relationship between omega fatty acids, brain health, and the gut-brain axis, focusing on Ahiflower oil (Buglossoides arvensis) and oleic acid (OA; 18:1n-9) as possible dietary therapeutics. It examines the benefits of omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) on brain health, while also investigating the potential synergistic or additive effects of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) like oleic acid. The analysis reveals promising evidence for the neuroprotective properties of Ahiflower oil and oleic acid, particularly in modulating the gut-brain axis and influencing microbiome composition. Based on the reviewed evidence, increasing omega-3 intake can provide neurological benefits regardless of omega-6 and omega-9 levels. While these findings reveal potential dietary interventions for neurological health, they also demonstrate the complex relationship between fatty acids and brain function. This review identifies significant limitations in current research, emphasizing the need for long-term human trials with diverse populations to fully elucidate the combined effects of these fatty acids on neurological health. Future directions include exploring the potential of incorporating unique plant-based omega-3 sources, such as Ahiflower oil, into dietary guidelines for brain health. This approach could benefit those following plant-based diets as well as individuals with limited access to or sensitivity towards marine-based omega-3 sources.
Development and validation of the adolescence perceptions of parental involvement scale in China
Authors: liu xuerong , Gong Zheng , Li Wei , Lei Jingyu , Han Xiaodi , Wang Yaozhi , Wang Xueqian , Shi Liping , Zhang Qiongzhi , Zhang Qianyu , Feng Zhengzhi , Chen Zhiyi
Published: December 2024

Given the increasing academic pressures associated with intensified social competition, the role of parental involvement in education has emerged as a pivotal research area, especially within the context of Chinese culture. However, there remains a need to further delineate the characteristic dimensions of parental involvement and to develop appropriate measurement tools to quanitfy such involvements. By the perspective from adolescents’ reports, this study proposed a psychometric and theoretical framework for understanding Chinese adolescents' perceptions to thier parental involvement. We adopted a mixed-methods approach, integrating both qualitative and quantitative research methods. In Study 1, we conducted structural interviews with adolescents aged 12 to 18, applying grounded theory to analyze their perceptions of parental involvement. This process led to the identification of four preliminary characteristic dimensions: emotional involvement, academic involvement, life involvement, and social involvement. Based on these identified conceptional dimensions, Study 2 involved the creation of a measurement questionnaire designed to assess these perceptions. Through exploratory factor analysis, we developed a four-dimensional 21-items questionnaire showing high conceptional validity. Study 3 focused on validating these dimensions through confirmatory factor analysis and criterion-related validity tests conducted on the national samples. The results demonstrated strong reliability and construct validity for this questionnaire, confirming the effectiveness of the scale as a robust tool for measuring adolescents' perceptions of parental involvement. In conclusion, this research provides a new understanding of the characteristic dimensions of adolescents' perceptions of parental involvement and introduces an effective measurement tool.
Smart Pill Dispenser An Arduino-Based Device To Prevent Drug Overdose
Authors: Hariprasad Karthika
Published: December 2024

According to the CDC, there were 91,799 drug overdose deaths in 2020 in the United States [2]. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have had depression and other mental illnesses that often lead to suicide, and the number of deaths due to drug overdose has increased. There is also a high chance of the elderly accidentally consuming more pills than they are prescribed. So, I designed and created a new pill dispenser that can prevent drug overdoses. The Smart Pill Dispenser is an Arduino-based pill dispenser that can prevent drug overdoses. My engineering goals are to have a mechanism that can dispense pills at required intervals, to sense and alert if someone is trying to break in, to control everything easily, and to keep costs low (around $50 maximum). The first goal was addressed with a servo motor mechanism and the second was completed with a vibration sensor. The third goal was achieved by making an app. The cost turned out to be around $25, which is half of my original design goal. The servo motor mechanism had a 90% accuracy and the vibration sensor and app had 100% accuracy. Compared to other options available in the market currently, mine is low-cost and efficient.
Evaluation and uptake of an online ADHD psychoeducation training for primary care health professionals: a four-year implementation report
Authors: French Blandine , Wright Hannah , Daley David , Peres Elvira , Sayal Kapil , Hall Charlotte L
Published: December 2024

Background: Healthcare professionals seldom receive training on neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD. An online training was co-developed to address some of the gaps in knowledge and understanding in primary care. A randomised control trial demonstrated that the training increased knowledge and confidence and improved practice.Objectives: This report highlights the implementation of the training in practice and follow-up 4 years post-evaluation.Methods: The online ADHD training comprises two modules: "Understanding ADHD" and "The Role of the GP in the Care Pathway," each taking approximately 45 minutes to complete. The training targets general practitioners primarily but is open to other healthcare professionals and parents. Feedback was collected through a survey at the end of the training, and the training has been widely adopted by various organisations internationally and nationally. Implementation Results: Between December 2019 and January 2024, the "Understanding ADHD" module was accessed over 13,486 times, while the "Role of the GP" module was accessed 7,018 times, primarily by users from the US and UK. Survey results from both modules showed positive feedback with high ratings for usefulness, likelihood to inform practice, and recommendation to colleagues. Some suggestions for improvement included reducing the negative focus on ADHD consequences and incorporating more positive aspects of ADHD. Conclusions: This ADHD online training program, despite facing implementation challenges, has seen positive outcomes, including international translation and high user ratings. Suggestions for improvement were received, but some were not feasible due to regional variations in ADHD pathways. The training's impact extended beyond GPs to other healthcare professionals, though the COVID-19 pandemic posed obstacles to dissemination efforts. Nonetheless, ongoing plans aim to expand the training's implementation globally.
To Differentiate Artificial Intelligence from Organic Intelligence – A New Model for Semantics and Semiotics
Authors: Panarello Christian
Published: December 2024

Artificial Intelligence's distinction against Human Intelligence has been predicated on an inability to be creative or even that an inability for consciousness strips them of a more active reasoning; in which humanity retains a productive hegemony over their creations. Instead, Artificial Intelligence is explicitly limited by the semiotic necessity of constituent directives. This article is an introductory work on the topic of “intra-subjectivity” – as proposed further in this text, human, true originality is limited. In doing so, reasoning is introduced to discuss propositional “knowledge bases” and to call the validity of such articles as Kant’s Categories into question.
Effects may both increase or decrease in the long run: A mathematical illustration
Authors: Berggren Mathias
Published: December 2024

It has been argued that small effects observed at a single instance should not be dismissed, because they can be expected to accumulate in the long term. This follows a classic argument by Abelson (1985). However, it has also been argued that such long-term accumulation is entirely speculative, and need not happen. Here this is shown with a simple mathematical formulation. This formulation shows that the Abelson example is in fact maximally biased towards effects accumulating, in a way that real psychological effects are unlikely to ever fulfill. Even small deviations can have large consequences for the long-term effects. Further, it is shown how under simple conditions, long-term effects may be smaller than those observed at a single timepoint. If the theoretical value of an effect lies in the long term, that effect should therefore be examined in the long term, rather than merely speculated about in the short term.
The Influence of Inheritances on Wealth Inequality in Rich Countries
Authors: Morelli Salvatore , Nolan Brian , Palomino Juan C. , Van Kerm Philippe
Published: December 2024

This paper uses survey data from Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Great Britain and the United States to analyze how inheritances impact wealth inequality in a range of rich countries. Adopting an influence function regression approach, the paper calculates the counterfactual effects of small increases in the share of recipients of different-sized wealth transfers in each country. Results suggest that while a marginal increase in inheritance recipients generally contracts wealth inequality measures – confirming a common finding in the literature that inter-generational transfers tend to reduce relative wealth inequality – an increase in recipients of ‘large’ inheritances has the opposite effect. We determine what ‘large’ means in this context by point-estimating the thresholds above which transfers become disequalising. Such thresholds are then put in perspective against the inheritance tax schedules in place in the six countries analyzed. No unique pattern emerges. While the thresholds are very close to tax exemption thresholds in Britain and Germany, they are somewhat higher in France and Spain and they are much lower in Italy and the United States. (Stone Center on Socio-Economic Inequality Working Paper)
Peran Digital Marketing, E-WOM, dan Kualitas Produk terhadap Keputusan Pembelian di Adhi Fashion Garment
Authors: Mandira I Made Chandra , Korry Putu Dyah Permatha , Parasari Nyoman Sri Manik , Putra I Dewa Gede Sanjaya
Published: December 2024

Current study aimed to identify the role of digital marketing, E-WOM, and product quality on consumer purchasing decisions at Adhi Fashion Garment. The target population used is all residents of South Denpasar City who have purchased Adhi Fashion Garment products. Through a purposive sampling technique, 168 respondents were obtained who participated in filling out the questionnaire. Based on the results of calculations using PLS-SEM version 4.0 software, the results showed that digital marketing, electronic word of mouth (e-WOM) and product quality had a positive and significant influence on purchasing decisions at Adhi Fashion Garment, South Denpasar. The implications of the results of this research show that the better the implementation of digital marketing strategies and consumers' positive stories about their experiences using certain products, the more this can improve purchasing decisions. And the better the quality of the products offered, especially fashion products, will be able to improve consumer purchasing decisions.
Ensembled Voting Techniques for Advanced Breast Cancer Prediction
Authors: Septiani Riska Kurnia , Rianto Yan
Published: December 2024

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer affecting women worldwide, with a significant increase in incidence rates each year. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has made substantial contributions to the medical field, particularly through the use of Big Data and machine learning algorithms to enhance diagnostic accuracy and healthcare efficiency. This research aims to assess the performance of five breast cancer classification algorithms: Support Vector Machine (SVM), Decision Tree (C4.5), k-Nearest Neighbors (k-NN), Logistic Regression, and Ensembled Voting, using the Breast Cancer Wisconsin (Diagnostic) dataset. The study findings indicate that all models achieved high levels of accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-Score, with Ensembled Voting reaching the highest accuracy of 98.57%. This study confirms that machine learning algorithms, particularly Ensembled Voting, can be relied upon to improve breast cancer diagnosis accuracy, thereby significantly contributing to better healthcare outcomes.
MODERN REFORMS IN THE ISLAMIC THOUGHT WITH REFERENCE TO SCIENCE: A STUDY IN THE CONTEXT OF THE INDIAN SUBCONTINENT
Authors: Razzaq Zain , Nawaz Rab
Published: December 2024

Orientalist scholarship in Western academic literature has portrayed
Islam as ignorant, backward, and anti-science. However, there has
been a paradigm shift in this monolithic approach to the academic
study of Islam. The modern interpretation of Islam supports science
and shows the face of Islam as being in harmony with Western
practices and procedures. The new representation of Islam has
further been categorised into friends and foes. This paper consists of
three sections, one of which is based on a study of some of the key
reforms proposed by Muslim modernists regarding Islam and
modern science. The second part aims to present the Islamist
response to modern science, a group that is often presented as an
opponent and foe of Islamic modernism. It also includes a
comparison between Islamic modernist and Islamist approaches to
highlight the differences in their methodology. The final section
proposes a new methodology to address the issue of the
incompatibility of Islam and modern science. The study employs an
analytical research methodology with a qualitative approach. It
prioritises primary sources but also uses secondary sources when
needed. Books, research papers, and online resources are utilised to
analyse differing viewpoints and approaches. Books, research
papers, and online resources have been used to explore various
methods adopted by Muslim scholars in the Indian subcontinent
regarding the relationship between Islam and modern science.
IRANIAN CINEMA AND ISLAMIC REVIVALISM (1970-1990): THE ENTWINED TAPESTRY
Authors: Ali Saima , Berghout Abdelaziz
Published: December 2024

The present work focuses on the relations between Iranian cinema
and the Islamic Revival movement from the 1970s up to the 1990s. It
examines how the Islamic revolution of 1979 affected Iranian
cinematic production and its change from Western-influenced
melodramas to Islam-centred narratives. It analyses how Iranian
filmmakers managed to employ different film techniques to
communicate religious concepts and promote contemplation. It
showcases the complex relationship between religion, culture, and
modernity in Iranian films, illustrating their distinct cultural value
and deeper significance. This study also covers works of outstanding
film directors such as Abbas Kiarostami, Mohsen Makhmalbaf,
Dariush Mehrjui and Bahram Beizai whose work reflects the
equilibrium between innovation and spirituality. By examining
different aspects of visual style including symbolism, mise-en-scène
and reflective editing, the article provides an understanding of how
these directors impacted the development of the Iranian film in a time
of significant cultural and ideological change. It underscores the role
of cinema in Iran as a medium for projecting the country’s identity as
well as an agent that informs and influences the nation’s ideology.
The findings revolve around the chronicles of religion, politics and
art that the film presented. By analysing such interactions, this
article reveals the dynamics of the global resonance of Iranian
cinema and its capacity to go beyond cultural contexts, reflecting
broader themes of Islamic revivalism and cultural evolution.
INTER-CIVILIZATIONAL ISSUES AND THE FACTORS AFFECTING INTERFAITH RELATIONSHIPS: A STUDY OF MUHAMMAD HAMIDULLAH’S CONTRIBUTIONS
Authors: Gilani Syed Iftikhar Ali , Khaliq Ahmad , Abdul Waheed
Published: December 2024

Interesting issues related to cross civilizations matters for linking the
past with future. It becomes more significant when East meets the
West. Contrast in civilizations and one’s exposure to this develops a
different personality and Dr. Muhammad Hamidullah is one of them
who is known for such intellectual contributions that has made an
impact on the inter and intra civilisational issues. This paper
explores the factors influencing interfaith relationships with a
specific focus on the contributions of Dr. Muhammad Hamidullah. In
an era of globalisation, multicultural and multi-religious societies
are increasingly common. Dr. Hamidullah, having spent a significant
portion of his life interacting with followers of various religions,
provides valuable insights into fostering inter-civilisational harmony.
His scholarly work and personal interactions highlight how different
faiths can coexist peacefully within the same society. This study
investigates the factors that enhance or hinder interfaith
relationships and discusses the societal consequences of interfaith
harmony. The research is framed around Dr. Hamidullah’s
experiences and contributions, particularly during his time in
France, where he engaged with people from diverse religious and
cultural backgrounds. By examining his approach to interfaith
dialogue and understanding, the paper aims to provide guidance on
improving interfaith relations in contemporary society. This study
employs a qualitative and narrative research methodology. It focuses
on identifying and analysing the factors affecting interfaith harmony
by interpreting the teachings and actions of Dr. Muhammad
Hamidullah. The narrative approach is used to present real-life
examples from his experiences, highlighting the challenges and
opportunities in interfaith dialogues. The research is grounded in a
detailed analysis of Dr. Hamidullah’s scholarly contributions and
personal interactions with people of different faiths, emphasising
practical solutions to improve interfaith relationships in today’s
globalised world.
Effectiveness of AV-Aids in Teaching and Learning Purpose: A Tool for Better Student Engagement
Authors: Ahmad Maqsood , Sarwar Muhammad , Arif Muhammad
Published: December 2024

Educators are exploring innovative methods to enhance teaching and learning outcomes by integrating audio-visual aids. These tools have revolutionized information delivery and can improve the learning process by captivating students through visual and auditory stimulation. The research investigated the effects of audio-visual aids on the academic performance of students in Faisalabad, with a focus on their efficacy in influencing student motivation and satisfaction. The objectives for the current study include:1. To explore the effectiveness of audio-visual aids in the teaching and learning process.2. To explore the impact of audio-visual aids on the motivation/satisfaction of the students. A descriptive study was carried out using a custom questionnaire, involving a sample of 220 students. Furthermore, the research highlighted a moderate impact of audio-visual aids on student performance and motivation.
Gürcistan’ın Acara Bölgesi’nde Osmanlı Dönemi ve Sonrası Çantı Camiler Hakkında Genel Değerlendirme
Authors: Aytekin Osman , Kaya Mustafa
Published: December 2024

Kafkasya’nın güneyinde konumlanan Acara, Gürcistan’ın tarihsel bölgelerindendir. Anadolu ile Kafkasya arasında geçişi sağlayan Acara, bu stratejik konumuna bağlı olarak gelişen zengin kültür dokusu ile ön plana çıkmaktadır. Eski çağlardan itibaren yerleşim gören yöre Kolhis (M.Ö. 9-8.yy), Yunanlar (Helenler) (M.Ö. 7-6 yy), Pontuslar (M.Ö. 4. yy), Lazika (Eğrisi)-Roma (M.Ö. 1. yy) döneminde antik çağını yaşamıştır. Orta Çağ’da en parlak dönemini yaşamış, Bizans-Sasani (M.S. 6. yy), Selçuklu-Gürcü (11.yy), Osmanlı-Safevi (17.yy) ve Osmanlı-Rus (19.yy) gibi medeniyetlerin siyasi çekişmelerine sahne olmuştur. Yöre, Kapadokyalı Azize Nino ((4th century) tarafından Hıristiyanlığı, 16.yüzyılda Osmanlıların bölgeye gelişi ile İslam dinini benimsemiştir. Buna bağlı olarak, bölgede Türk-Gürcü-İslam kimliğinde cami mimarisi şekillenmiştir.
Bu makalenin konusu Gürcistan (Acara) Bölgesi’nde Osmanlı Dönemi ve Sonrası Çantı Camiler Hakkında Genel Değerlendirme başlıklı araştırmadır. Makale içeriğini oluşturan ahşap camiler, 2018-2021 yılları arasında gerçekleştirdiğimiz arazi çalışmalarında tespit edilmiştir. Geleneksel camiler, Gürcistan’ın Acara Bölgesi’ne bağlı; Kobuleti, Helvaçauri, Şuahevi, Keda ve Hulo ilçe ve köylerindedir. Osmanlı dönemi arşiv kayıtları ve üzerindeki kitabe bilgilerine göre, 18-20. yüzyıl tarih aralığına tarihlenmektedir. Birçoğu Osmanlı dönemine, çok az kısmı ise, Çarlık ve Bolşevik döneme aittir. Camiler, eğimli topoğrafyada kurulu köy yerleşmelerinde bulunmaktadır. Mahalle ölçeğinde ele alınan camiler, ilk bakışta konut mimarisini andırmaktadır. Yapılar, genellikle eğimli arazilerde, kâgir bodrum kat üzerinde, iki katlı, geniş saçaklı, dört omuz kırma çatılı ve tümüyle ahşap çantı tekniği ile inşa edilmiştir. Camiler, plan ve mekân açısından birbiri ile uyumlu olup, çoğunlukla kareye yakın ve dikdörtgen plana sahiptir. Nadiren de olsa, karma plan mevcuttur.
Sonuç olarak, Türk-Gürcü-İslam sanatında özgün değere sahip Acara camilerinin; coğrafi, tarihsel ve sosyo-kültürel açıdan yakınlığı bulunan, Türkiye’nin Doğu Karadeniz, Orta Karadeniz, Ahıska ve kısmen de Erzurum ile Ardahan camileri ile etkileşim içerisinde olduğu anlaşılmaktadır. Acara camileri, Karadeniz Bölgesi cami üslubunu Gürcistan coğrafyasında sürdürdüğü ve bölgede dönem özelliklerini koruyarak günümüze ulaşabilmiş çantı camilerdendir. Çalışma kapsamında, Sanat Tarihi literatürüne kazandırılan bu makalenin; Karadeniz havzası, Güney Kafkasya ve Osmanlı dönemi ahşap cami/mimari araştırmaları ve sanat tarihi bilimine de önemli veriler sunacağı ümidini taşımaktayız.
KIRIM TATAR GAZETESİ “LENİN BAYRAĞI” ÜZERİNE SAHA ARAŞTIRMASI NOTLARI
Authors: Kahraman Alter
Published: December 2024

Kırım’ın Rusya tarafından 2014’te işgal edilmesinden önce gerçekleştirilen ve bu notların konusunu teşkil eden saha araştırması 18 Mayıs 1944 sürgününden sonraki yıllarda ortaya çıkan Kırım Tatar Millî Hareketi ve Kırım Tatarlarının sürgünden sonra ana dillerinde basılan tek gazetesi olan Lenin Bayrağı üzerine yapılmıştır. Bahsi geçen gazete Lenin Bayrağı adı ile 1957 ile 1990 yılları arasında Kırım Tatarlarının yerleştirildiği Sovyet cumhuriyetlerinden biri olan Özbekistan’da (Taşkent) çıkmıştır. 1991’den itibaren dünyadaki değişimlere ve gazetenin Kırım’daki geçmişine de atfen Yanı Dunya adını almıştır. Lenin Bayrağı sürgündeki Kırım Tatarlarının milli dillerini korumasında ve Kırım Tatar edebiyatının gelişmesinde önemli bir işlev görmüştür. Özellikle savaş sonrası Kırım Tatar entellektüelleri bu gazetede yetişmeye başlamış, ilk şiirlerini, hikâyelerini ve yazılarını burada yayımlatmış, hatta milli dilleri Kırım Tatarcayı okuyup yazmasını yaşlıların desteğiyle Lenin Bayrağı’nda öğrenmişlerdir. Lenin Bayrağı’na organik olarak bağlı olanlar ve yayın organının geniş çevresindeki Kırım Tatar entellektüelleri, yazarları, şairleri ve edebiyatçıları ile Kırım Tatar Millî Hareketi mensupları Kırım Tatar millî bilincini, Kırım’a geri dönüşü, anavatan Kırım idealini ayakta tutabilmek için iki farklı yol izlemiş, iki farklı ve çoğu zaman birbirine karşıt noktadan millî hareketi değerlendirmişlerdir. Bu makale Kırım’da yapılan saha araştırmasında izlenen metodu ve araştırmanın ilk verilerini tartışmaktadır.
PREPARATION, CHARACTERIZATION, FUNCTION, AND DEGRADATION OF BIOPLASTICS FROM VEGETABLE WASTE COATING WITH POLYEUGENOL
Authors: Rahim E. A. , Sumarni N. K. , P. Satrimafitrah
Published: December 2024

This research aimed to prepare, characterize, function, and degrade bioplastics from vegetable waste via an ecofriendly method. The production of bioplastics using CH3COOH 1 M and blending with Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) in water, is easily saleable and does not involve the use of hazardous or organic chemicals, which raises environmental issues. Vegetable wastes like moringa (M), water spinach (WS), and green spinach (GS) blended with PVA were used to create free-standing, flexible bioplastic films. The result showed these bioplastics have tensile strength from 2.63- 6.70 MPa, elongation from 5.33-23.5 %, and modulus young from 13.67-51.30 MPa. Bioplastic's antioxidant properties belong to low antioxidants and coating bioplastic with polyeugenol can be increased antioxidant properties. Bioplastic from WS vegetable waste/PVA/Polyeugenol (PEU) can be used to increase the self-life of apple fruit. This research also examines the function and degradation of bioplastic from water spinach and its degradation. All these bioplastics were potentially applicable as active packaging material.
ADSORPTIVE REMOVAL OF CRYSTAL VIOLET AND SUNSET YELLOW FROM WATER USING LABLAB PURPUREAUS HUSK- COST-EFFECTIVE DE-DYING APPROACH
Authors: Sumathi H. P. , N. Rajendraprasad
Published: December 2024

A novel citric acid-activated Lablab purpureus husk is proposed to remove crystal violet (CV) and sunset yellow (SY) by column chromatographic elution in a cost-effective way. The adsorbent was characterized by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and the images supported the adsorptive nature of the material. The experiments were carried out on a chromatographic column by homogenously packing the pre-wetted adsorbent into the column and eluting the dye solution through it. The effects of initial dye concentration, adsorbent dose, pH, contact time, and flow rate were optimized. The efficient removal of up to 300 and 4400 µg/mL of CV and SY, respectively, was observed. The pH range of 4-5 for CV and >4 for SY were found effective. The flow rate was optimized at 1 ml/min. The contact time was found less than 10 minutes. The adsorbent was successfully removed 96.62% and 99.62% of CV and SY, respectively. The Freundlich and Langmuir adsorption isotherm studies were carried out to interpret the interaction between the adsorbate and adsorbent. These models are instrumental in optimizing and scaling up the adsorption process for practical and industrial applications. The experimental data for the adsorption of CV and SY fitted well with the Freundlich isotherm, and the kinetic study of both CV and SY fitted well with the pseudo-second-order reaction.
CERAMIC MANGANESE FERRITE: SYNTHESIS, CHARACTERISATION AND ITS APPLICATIONS AS PHOTOCATALYST AND ELECTROCHEMICAL STUDIES
Authors: S. Shashidhar  , A. Shastry Vidyavati , K. Gurushantha  , Brungesh K. V. , S. Meena  , Anantharaju K. S. , Raghu G. K.
Published: December 2024

In the current study, eugenol oil was used as fuel in a low-temperature solution combustion process to synthesize ceramic MnFe2O4 nanoparticles. Electrochemical impedance studies (EIS), powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), UVVis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS), vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were used to evaluate the synthesized nanomaterials. The produced nanoparticle was subjected to visible light irradiation to test the photocatalytic activity of Rhodamine B dye. The produced MnFe2O4 nanoparticle demonstrated a greater photocatalytic performance in the destruction of Rhodamine B dye in an aqueous solution, as demonstrated by the obtained findings, which were 94%. This study provides insight into the energy band gap and charge transfer resistance, which are useful in identifying possible photocatalytic degradation candidates. Studies on capacitance show that the synthetic material performs better as a resistor.
Tzitzeica curves with q-frame in three-dimensional Minkowski space
Authors: Ugur Kaymanlı Gul , Şen Gamze Nur , Ekici Cumali
Published: December 2024

In this work, both timelike and spacelike Tzitzeica, spherical, and spherical Tzitzeica curves are analyzed in 3-dimensional Minkowski space by using q-frame. Tzitzeica and spherical curves are characterized using spacelike and timelike q-frames within the context of Minkowski three-space, and the theorems concerning spherical Tzitzeica curves are established.
Pemanfaatan Bakteri Ureolitik Pada Beton Mutu Tinggi Untuk Menutup Keretakan Akibat Kuat Tekan
Authors: Khair M. Nuril , Teuku Budi Aulia  , Yunita Idris
Published: December 2024

Beton mutu tinggi merupakan pilihan utama untuk menangani beban tekan pada struktur bangunan kompleks seperti gedung tinggi, jembatan, bendungan, dan pelabuhan. Tekanan yang tinggi pada beton mutu tinggi dapat menyebabkan kerapuhan dan retakan. Salah satu solusi untuk memperbaiki retakan adalah dengan menambahkan bakteri yang dapat menghasilkan mineral melalui proses mikroba. Penelitian ini menggunakan bakteri ureolitik yaitu genus Staphylococcus (BSC), Bacillus (BB), dan Solibacillus (BBB). Setiap genus bakteri diuji dengan variasi 0,5%, 0,6%, dan 0,7%, dengan masing-masing 5 benda uji untuk setiap variasi dan 3 benda uji kontrol, total 48 benda uji. Setelah perawatan selama 7 hari, benda uji diberi beban untuk mendapatkan kerertakan sebesar 26 MPa. Setelah keretakan terbentuk, dilakukan pengamatan pertumbuhan kalsit selama 7 hari berturut-turut selama 28 hari. Kuat tekan rata-rata beton terbesar yaitu pada benda uji BB variasi (0,6%). Pertumbuhan kalsit terbaik terjadi pada variasi 0,6% untuk genus Solibacillus (BBB1), genus bacillus (BB1) dengan variasi 0,6% dan 0,5% untuk genus Staphylococcus (BSC1).  Analisis FTIR menunjukkan bahwa benda uji dengan bakteri Bacillus variasi 0,6% (BB1) dan Solibacillus variasi 0,6% (BBB1) memiliki serapan cahaya inframerah tinggi, sementara benda uji dengan Staphylococcus variasi 0,5% (BSC1) memiliki serapan cahaya lebih rendah. Ini menunjukkan kinerja lebih baik dari sampel tersebut.
Revisiting McGee’s Counterexample to Modus Ponens
Authors: Lo Guercio Nicolás , Rubin Mariela
Published: December 2024

U ovom radu nudimo novo objašnjenje navodnog protuprimjera Modus Ponensu za indikativne kondicionalne iskaze koji je iznio McGee (1985). Naša je strategija pokazati da pragmatički fenomeni utječu na intuicije vezane uz prihvatljivost zaključivanja. Konkretno, tvrdimo da dva zbunjujuća čimbenika utječu na naše intuicije o prihvatljivosti zaključivanja, a nijedan od njih nije povezan s valjanošću. Prvo, fraza s neodređenim člankom „neki republikanac“ je dvoznačna; naime, može imati specifično ili nespecifično značenje (a, kako ćemo vidjeti, zamjena disjunkcijom ili određenim opisom ne pomaže). Drugo, zaključak aktivira inferenciju na temelju neznanja o svojem antecedensu. S obzirom na to, tvrdit ćemo da McGeejeva dijagnoza mora biti odbačena.
Diatoms as Endophytes of Marine Macroalgae: Diversity and Relationships with Basiphyte
Authors: Skriptsova A. V. , Stonik I. V.
Published: December 2024

In this review, all known information on endophytic diatom species and their macrophytic hosts is summarized and a history of studies of endophytic diatoms is provided. The mechanism by which endophytic diatoms penetrate into the thallus of macroalgae and the effect that the symbionts have on each other are discussed. The possible patterns of relationships between endophytic diatoms and basiphytes are analyzed based on literature data.
Interannual Dynamics of Structural and Functional Characteristics of Macrophytobenthos in the Coastal Zone of a Recreational Complex (Sevastopol, Black Sea)
Authors: Kovardakov S. A. , Rodionova N. Y.
Published: December 2024

A comparison of the interannual (1985, 2004, and 2015) dynamics of nine structural and functional characteristics of macrophytobenthos in the coastal waters of the Victory Park (a developing recreational zone of the city of Sevastopol, including the city beach) was carried out using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), factor analysis, and principal component analysis (PCA) and taking into account the depth of macrophyte habitat and concentrations of mineral forms of nitrogen and phosphorus. Interannual statistically significant differences have been found for most of the analyzed variables. It has been shown that rearrangement of the macrophytobenthos structure occurs with an increase in the nutrient pressure on the water area. Perennial dominant species are replaced by physiologically active and rapidly growing ephemeral species with a developed surface; the biomass of dominant species decreases against the background of increased biomass of epiphytes and associated species. As the nutrient pressure decreases, the bottom phytocoenosis begins to recover.
Abundance of Common Murre, Uria aalge (Pontoppidan, 1763) (Charadriiformes: Alcidae), in Peter the Great Bay, Sea of Japan
Authors: Tiunov I. M. , Katin I. O.
Published: December 2024

A large-scale survey of the sea coast of Peter the Great Bay, Sea of Japan, conducted in 2017–2023, showed that currently the only nesting ground in Primorsky Krai for the Common Murre, Uria aalge (Pontoppidan, 1763), is Karamzin Island. According to the results of several, including quadcopter-based, surveys, the number of common murres was estimated at between 7000 and 8000 pairs.
Pengaruh Komunikasi Dan Lingkungan Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan CV. Sinar Damai Padang
Authors: Jun Stefanus Zay  , Agus Sutardjo  , Meri Dwi Anggraeni
Published: December 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui apakah komunikasi dan lingkungan kerja berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan pada CV. Sinar Damai Padang. Metode pengumpulan data yang dipergunakan yaitu penelitian lapangan dan penelitian kepustakaan. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu Pengamatan, Wawancara dan Kuesioner. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif yang dikuantitatifkan dan data yang digunakan data primer dan data sekunder. Populasi dalam penelitian ini 34 orang sampel dengan 34 orang menggunakan teknik Total Sampling. Metode analisis data yaitu Analisis Regresi Linear Berganda dan Koefisien Determinan sedangkan metode pengujian hipotesis adalah Uji t dan Uji F. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa indikator paling dominan pada variabel Komuniasi adalah Tindakan dengan nilai TCR 76,7%, indikator paling dominan pada variabel Lingkungan Kerja adalah Tersedia Fasilitas bagi Pegawai dengan nilai TCR 72,9%, indikator dominan dari variabel Kinerja Karyawan adalah Kemampuan Bekerja Sama dengan nilai TCR 74,3%. Komunikasi berpengaruh signifikan secara parsial terhadap Kinerja Karyawan pada CV. Sinar Damai Padang terbukti dari hasil uji t dengan nilai thitung 3,063 lebih besar dari t tabel 2,042 dan nilai signifikan 0,001 < 0,05 maka hipotesis diterima. Lingkungan Kerja berpengaruh signifikan secara parsial terhadap Kinerja Karyawan CV. Sinar Damai Padang terbukti dari hasil uji t dengan nilai thitung 2,134 lebih besar dari t tabel 2,042 dan nilai signifikansi diperoleh 0,041 < 0,05 sehingga hipotesis diterima. Komunikasi dan Lingkungan Kerja secara simultan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap Kinerja Karyawan CV. Sinar Damai Padang terbukti dari perolehan hasil uji F dengan nilai f hitung 10,8 lebih besar dari nilai f tabel 3,29 dan nilai signifikansi 0,000 < 0,05 maka hipotesis diterima
Analisis Miskonsepsi Matematika Siswa Menggunakan Certainty of Response Index Ditinjau Dari Perbedaan Gender
Authors: Rahmawati Siti , Nurcahyono Novi Andri , Balkist Pujia Siti
Published: December 2024

Rendahnya hasil belajar yang didapatkan oleh siswa menandakan bahwa terdapat miskonsepsi pada siswa tersebut. Jika terjadi miskonsepsi maka akan sulit melanjutkan pembelajaran matematika pada tingkat yang lebih tinggi. Karena satu konsep matematika terkait dengan konsep  matematika yang lainnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui miskonsepsi matematika siswa pada materi bangun ruang sisi datar menggunakan Certainty of Response Index (CRI) ditinjau dari perbedaan gender. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan jenis studi kasus. Instrument yang digunakan yaitu tes dan non-tes. Subjek yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu kelas VIII MTs Jamiatul Khoir dengan jumlah 27 siswa. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa gender berpengaruh terhadap miskonsepsi matematika siswa. hal ini terlihat bahwa siswa laki-laki lebih banyak mengalami miskonsepsi dibandingkan dengan siswa perempuan. Untuk siswa laki-laki mengalami miskonsepsi diantaranya yaitu miskonsepsi konsep, miskonsepsi terjemah, miskonsepsi hitung dan miskonsepsi strategi. Sementara itu, siswa perempuan mengalami jenis miskonsepsi yang diantaranya yaitu miskonsepsi tanda, miskonsepsi hitung dan miskonsepsi konsep.
Pengaruh Model Think Talk Write terhadap Kemampuan Menulis Karangan Narasi Peserta Didik Sekolah Dasar
Authors: A’yun Putri Qurrotu , Liansari Vevy
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi dan menganalisis pengaruh model Think Talk Write terhadap kemampuan menulis karangan narasi peserta didik sekolah dasar. Kemampuan menulis karangan narasi masih berada pada tingkat yang rendah, sehingga sangat berpengaruh pada pencapaian hasil belajar dari peserta didik. Kesulitan tersebut terlihat dari penggunaan ejaan yang tidak sesuai dengan EYD dan penulisan yang tidak jelas. Penyebabnya adalah kurangnya penggunaan model pembelajaran yang sesuai dalam proses kegiatan belajar. Metode kuantitatif jenis Pre-Experimental Design dengan desain penelitian One-Grup Pretest-Posttest Design. Sampel yang digunakan adalah 26 peserta didik kelas IV C SDN Kenongo 1. Teknik pengumpulan data yang diterapkan di penelitian ini yaitu menggunakan lembar tes berbentuk Pretest serta Posttest dengan tes yang digunakan berupa uraian. Perhitungan uji validitas dan reliabilitas dilakukan menggunakan SPSS versi 26 untuk mengetahui valid atau tidak valid sebuah instrumen sebelum digunakan. Uji validitas dihitung menggunakan rumus Pearson Produc Momen dan uji reliabilitas menggunakan Crombach’s Alpha. Teknik analisis data yang diterapkan mencakup statistik deskriptif, uji normalitas dengan rumus uji Shapiro Wilk, dan uji hipotesis melalui uji Paired Sample t-test dengan hasil signifikansi sebesar 0,000 < 0,05 maka Ho diterima dan Ha ditolak. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa model pembelajaran Think Talk Write memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap kemampuan menulis karangan narasi peserta didik sekolah dasar kelas IV C di SDN Kenongo 1.
Penerapan Media Pembelajaran Baamboozle Dalam Meningkatkan Minat Belajar Peserta Didik Pada Pembelajaran PPKn Kelas XI SMA
Authors: Saffitri Saffitri , Kurnisar Kurnisar , Mutiara Tyas Masito
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penerapan media pembelajaran baamboozle sebagai solusi dalam meningkatkan minat belajar peserta didik pada mata pelajaran PPKn kelas XI.1 SMA N 3 Palembang. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK) yang bertujuan untuk mengatasi permasalahan kurangnya minat belajar peserta didik pada mata pembelajaran PPKn didalam kelas. Dalam penelitian ini yang menjadi subjek penelitian adalah peserta didik di kelas XI.1 semester genap tahun ajaran 2023/2024 yang berjumlah 33 orang. Penelitian ini  dilakukan sebanyak 2 siklus pembelajaran yang terdiri atas 4 tahapan yaitu perencanaan, tindakan, refleksi dan evaluasi dengan teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan lembar observasi, angket dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan media pembelajaran baamboozle pada mata pelajaran PPKn dapat meningkatkan minat belajar peserta didik. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari hasil angket minat belajar peserta didik yang awalnya saat pra siklus dengan kategori cukup tinggi 66%. Pada pelaksanaan siklus 1 minat belajar peserta didik mengalami peningkatan sebanyak 81% dan siklus 2 sebanyak 87% dimana kedua angka tersebut masuk dalam kategori tinggi dan sangat tinggi, Maka penulis menetapkan penelitian berhasil meningkatkan minat belajar peserta didik pada mata pelajaran PPKn dengan menggunakan media pembelajaran baamboozle.
Prediction of the Effects of Explosions on Structures Using Commercial Software Programs
Authors: Ercetin Umran
Published: December 2024

Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis are computational modeling techniques used to simulate the effects of many physical phenomena and predict the results. Many physical phenomena can be solved with these modeling techniques, from mechanical analysis to heat and mass transfer, electromagnetic analysis to explosion analysis. When a physical event is modeled correctly, and the software settings are made perfectly, valuable information and values can be obtained without performing experiments on this physical event, and risk analysis and designs can be made according to these data. When the computational modeling technique is used to model explosions, precious information about physical quantities such as shock wave propagation, pressure and temperature distributions, and flow rates after the explosion event is obtained. With this information obtained, precautions that can be taken to reduce the effects of explosion risks can be determined, and safer buildings and infrastructures can be designed. Due to explosions that occur almost everywhere in the world because of war or terrorist attacks, many buildings and infrastructures are damaged, and living beings are injured or die. In this study, information is given about some of the computer software and their features used to predict the reactions of buildings against explosion risk and to make them safer.
Shaping the Typology of Modern Finnish Psychiatric Hospitals: Analyzing Design Briefs of Two Case Studies
Authors: Batrakova Natalia
Published: December 2024

The article aims to study the concepts, themes, and ideas behind the new typology of modern Finnish psychiatric hospitals by analyzing two recently built cases. Several new psychiatric hospitals were built in different regions of Finland in the last decade. They are built on the campuses of somatic central hospitals, they combine outpatient, inpatient, and day wards for many different age groups. They have public functions that serve the whole campus or the surrounding area. The vast gardens of previous facilities were replaced by balconies, enclosed yards, and roof terraces. In the absence of national guidelines on design, the new typology was formed, shaped by cooperation between the hospital administration, hospital staff, and the architects. The article analyzes the design briefs of two similar through inductive content analysis to derive the main themes mentioned in these documents. Then, it is analyzed how the themes were reflected in the final design of the buildings, highlighting the commonalities and differences of the two projects. Some of the most common themes were safety, functionality, centralization, cooperation, proximity, flexibility, renewing psychiatric care, isolation, changing patient demographics, family, privacy, stigma, therapeutic spaces, outdoor spaces, and working environment. They are reflected in the building design being more concerned with security, in more dense and compact floorplans, and in design solutions that make it possible to quickly adapt in crisis situations. The Case B, designed just few years later than Case A, is noticeably more focused on the security aspect. The article also provides an insight into how the typology of hospitals was influenced by societal and legislative changes as well as changes in psychiatric care.
User Participation in the Architectural Transformation of Spanish Social Care Centres Towards the Person-Centred Care Model
Authors: Pozo Menéndez Elisa , Cambra-Rufino Laura , Jiménez Martín Delfín , Zarco Colon Juan
Published: December 2024

The traditional architectural design of care institutions is characterised by limited privacy, autonomy, user involvement, and rigidity in scheduling. In contrast, the Person-Centred Care (PCC) model presents an alternative approach to care provision, emphasising the active participation of the care recipient, involvement of the family, flexible scheduling, as well as a close relationship between users and caregivers. This approach requires reorganising facilities into smaller, more compact, self-contained units, known as living units. In Spain, the public administration responsible for social and health care centres (Imserso) has initiated the process of adapting its buildings to enhance social integration and implement the PCC model at a national level. The aim of this study is to outline and analyse the participatory process involved in evaluating the architectural design for the transformation of two such buildings. The research design is a multicentred descriptive case study with data collected through group workshops. The results describe the findings of four workshops conducted with care providers and care recipients of both buildings. Incorporating a co-design process with building users should be a fundamental aspect throughout all project phases, as deinstitutionalisation involves empowering individuals to participate and be active agents in their environments.
Soundscape Augmentation in Dementia Care Design; Need for a Guideline
Authors: Talebzadeh Arezoo , Devos Paul , Botteldooren Dick
Published: December 2024

We navigate through the environment using our sensory stimuli. Sound is significant in guiding us through space and making us aware of time. Soundscape is an acoustic environment as perceived and experienced by a person. While an unfamiliar and chaotic soundscape can increase anxiety and stress, a well-designed soundscape can make the experience pleasant and improve moods. People with dementia suffer from a neurodegenerative disorder, leading to a progressive decline in cognitive health. Behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) refer to a group of noncognitive behaviours that affect the prediction and control of dementia. Reducing the occurrence of BPSD is one of the main goals of dementia care. People with severe dementia usually live in nursing homes, long-term care facilities or memory care units where sensory perception is unfamiliar. The strange sensory stimuli add to the anxiety and distress of residents as care facilities are often not customized based on individual needs. Research shows that incorporating pleasant sounds into the environment, known as an ‘augmented soundscape,’ positively impacts behaviour and reduces BPSD. Most design tools and guidelines include eliminating unwanted noise. To date, there are no guidelines for sound augmentation in dementia care design. The previous study of sound selection showed promising results in sound augmentation and identifying sounds that a person with dementia may prefer during a specific time of the day. The sharpness and high-pitch sounds, such as animal localization, had positive results. Cricket sounds showed positive feedback during nighttime and evening; either its tranquillity made it favourable, or the continuous sound masked other noises during the night (like white noise). These results can be used to introduce sound augmentation guidelines. The goal is to introduce sound as a positive design implementation to enhance mood, reduce apathy and depression, lower anxiety and stress, and promote health.