bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENINGKATAN PRODUKTIVITAS MELALUI DIGITALISASI PADA UKM FORTUNA HANDYCRAFT DALAM MENGHADAPI LESS CONTACT ECONOMY
Authors: Atmaja Ni Putu Cempaka Dharmadewi , Andika Ary Wira , Kurniari Krisna , Asri Pramesti I Gusti Ayu
Published: April 2021

Kerajinan limbah kayu laut sudah ditekuni hampir 10 tahun oleh UKM Fortuna Handycraf yang produknya sudah dieksport ke berbagai negara di Benua Eropa dan Amerika. Akan tetapi pada masa pandemi, UKM kesulitan untuk meningkatkan produktivitas karena berbagai kendala seperti kendala kapasitas teknologi produksi, pemasaran dan manajerial. Program UKM Indonesia Bangkit memberikan solusi untuk mengatasi permasalahan itu yaitu solusi kendala kapasitas teknologi dengan pengadaan mesin-mesin produksi seperti mesin potong, mesin bor duduk, mesin kompresor, meja kerja dan gerobak sorong. Solusi kendala pemasaran/distribusi dan manajerial dengan perancangan dan pembuatan Sistem Informasi Manajemen berbasis Android (SIMBA) yang dapat membantu mitra menggunakan teknologi komunikasi dan informasi berbasis database sehingga dapat memberikan pengetahuan dan keahlian mitra untuk melakukan kegiatan pemasaran (update produk, penjualan online, transaksi online, pengaturan distribusi), kegiatan persediaan (pengaturan persediaan didasarkan dari online purchase order), dan membantu pembuatan laporan laba rugi perusahaan. Selain itu juga menawarkan media pemasaran dengan menggunakan papan neon box. Solusi yang diberikan dapat membantu peningkatan produktivitas UKM FortunaHandycraft dari segi produksi, pemasaran digital dan manajerial. Kata kunci: digitalisasi UKM, teknologi tepat guna, SIMBA
LITERASI PEMANFAATAN GADGET PADA MASA PANDEMI DI RT 03/RW 01 KELURAHAN KALIABANG TENGAH KOTA BEKASI
Authors: Harahap Hamida Syari , Sovianti Rina , Madonna Metha , Harahap Arifin S.
Published: April 2021

Situasi pandemi akabat covid 19 telah banyak memberikan perubahan pada aktifitas dan pola hidup manusia. Kesiapan untuk menerima situasi tersebut memang tidak mudah. Beradaptasi merupakan jawaban terbaik untuk situasi tersebut. Beradaptasi terhadap pemanfaatan gadgetdalam berbagai aktifitasdiharapkan jadi solusi terutama pada sektor pendidikan dan perekonomian. Kelurahan Kaliabang Tengah khususnya RT 03/RW 01 merupakan salah satu wilayah kegiatan pengabadian masyarakat yang kami laksanakan dengan tema  Literasi pemanfaatan gadget pada situasi pandemi. Aktifitas perekonomian di wilayah ini kebanyakan berdagang. Kegiatan ini diharapkan dapat memberikan pengetahuan warga dan diharapkan mengadopsi pengetahuan tersebut. Berdasarkan  observasi diperoleh dua kategori adopter yaitulate majority dan laggard. Usaha yang dilakukan pada kelompok ini adalah memberikan contoh konkrit keuntungan yang diperoleh dari pemanfaatan gadget dalam meningkatkan penjualan yaitu tidak dibatasi oleh ruang dan waktu, lebih menhemat tenaga dan tidak memerlukan tempat sehingga lebih hemat biaya dan juga dapan menjual berbagai jenisproduk. Kata kunci: Pandemi, gadget, adopter
ROLE OF KATI BASTI AND PATRA POTTALI SWEDA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF GRIDHRASI- A CASE STUDY
Authors: MD Haidar  , Md Tanzil Ansari
Published: April 2021

The modern busy lifestyle of these days leads to several lifestyle disorders. Sciatica is one of the locomotory disorder occurs due to improper sitting posture, heavy weight lifting, stress injury and trauma to the spine. This disease became a great concern to the working people. Sciatica can be correlated with Gridhrasi in Ayurveda which is characterized as Ruk (pain), Stambha (stiffness), tingling sensation and numbness of lower limb. Gridhrasi is a type of Vatavyadhi mentioned in Ayurveda classics. Ayurveda through its advance treatment i.e. Panchakarma (Bio purification) eliminates the causative factors for disease. A male patient presented with signs and symptoms of Gridhrasi (sciatica) and MRI report suggesting of disc diffuse and disc protrusion and mild thecal compression. So In the present single case study patient was treated with Patra pottali sveda and Kati basti with some oral medicine. Both the therapies were effective in relieving symptoms like pain, stiffness, pricking sensation and numbness of leg.
A CASE REPORT ON EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF RETAINED PRODUCT OF CONCEPTION THROUGH AYURVEDA REGIMEN
Authors: Khushboo Jha  , K. Bharathi  , Sonu  , M.S. Anu
Published: April 2021

The term retained products of conception (RPOC) refers to intrauterine tissue that develops after conception and persists after medical and surgical pregnancy termination, miscarriage, and vaginal or cesarean delivery. Approximately half of the conceptions are not even recognized 10- 15% is lost during 1st trimester and additional 2-3% is lost in later pregnancy. The word abortion means expulsion from the uterus of the product of conception before the fetus is viable. This period of viability is different in different views. In modern medicine the period of viability is taken as 7 months. In Ayurveda this abortion is mentioned with the name of Garbhasrava or Garbhapata. A 30 yr old female patient came to NIA opd with a complaint of heavy bleed continously since 1 month. On examination it was found, she has taken MTP pill from local clinic. D and C was done though she was getting her bleed continously. Then, she came to NIA opd for futher management and was given Dashmool Kwatha, Ajmodadi Churna, Triphala Guggulu and Prataplankeshwar ras for 7 days. Then the patient was advised for USG which revealed no retained product of conception.
A LITERARY REVIEW ON SAPINDUS TRIFOLIATUS (GASPENELA) AND ITS MEDICINAL VALUES
Authors: E.R.H.S.S. Ediriweera  , W.M.S.A. Premakeerthi  , A.M.H.Y Perera
Published: April 2021

Sapindus trifoliatus is a large tree used in treatment of numerous ailments. Its fruits, known as soap nuts, contain Saponin and are widely used in cosmetics. Fruits, skin of the fruit, seeds and leaves are used in medicine internally and externally. Knowledge on medicinal uses of Sapindus trifoliatus is scattered. Therefore, it was decided to gather and record this dispersed information. Data was collected from Ayurveda and Sri Lankan medical books, journals, physicians and through web search. Sapindus trifoliatus is used to conduct Vamana Karma, Virechana Karma and Nasya Karma. It is used in treatment of migraine, epilepsy, bronchial asthma, cough and burning sensation. It is also used in preparation of body shampoo, hair shampoo and detergents. Anti- ulcer, anthelmintic, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxant, anti-acne and anti-dandruff effect of Sapindus trifoliatus is scientifically proven. Leaf extract was found to be non-toxic up to 2g/kg but frequent administration in high doses elevate in aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase, blood urea and serum creatinine in rats. It is concluded that Sapindus trifoliatus has multifaceted medicinal values.
PAIN MANAGEMENT IN PRIMARY DYSMENORRHOEA AND ENDOMETRIOSIS- AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Asitha.H
Published: April 2021

Pain is generally described as an unpleasant sensation and a universally understood sign of disease. Around 80% of women experience pain during periods from adolescent period right up to menopause. Dysmenorrhoea literally means painful menstruation. Primary dysmenorrhoea is one where there is no identifiable pelvic pathology. The pain begins a few hours before or just with the onset of menstruation and lasts for 24-48 hours. Secondary dysmenorrhoea is normally considered to be menstruation –associated pain occurring in the presence of pelvic pathology. Pain starts 7-8 days before menstruation. Endometriosis is one of the main causes of secondary dysmenorrhoea. Dysmenorrhoea can be correlated to Udavarta and endometriosis to Vatiki. In Udavarta, Sanga and Vimargagamana of Vata and derangement of Kapha pitta is responsible for pain. In Vatiki there is Apana vata vimargagamana, Vyana vata and Pitta vitiation causes Artava dusti and Dusta artava sthana samsraya in Kha vaigunya sites. So administration of drugs and treatment modalities crackling these factors involved in the etiopathogenesis do the work. Ayurvedic classic textbook along with available modern literatures were referred to make a clear view regarding the concept of pain and the main Yonirogas causing pain during menstruation and its management.
The “Fiction Meter”
Authors: Fábián Ida
Published: April 2021

This article is about a piece of research started in 2019 which focuses on the literary, cultural and sociological analysis of biographical and family stories by contemporary Jewish female authors from Eastern-Europe writing in German. This study investigates the relationship between the literary and lingual appearance of memories and the age, the Eastern-European origin, the socialization and the identity of the authors. The research also deals with the differences between the literary forms of the various generations of authors and the identifiable irony-fiction-reality correlation in the memories told.
ADULT - AS A RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANT OF THE LEARNING PROCESS
Authors: Xaydarova Feruza
Published: April 2021

В данной статье обсуждается вопрос обучения взрослого человека, а также модели и стили обучения взрослых в андрагогике.
THE PECULIARITIES OF TEACHING ARABIC LOANWORDS IN ENGLISH
Authors: Dadaboyeva Guzal
Published: April 2021

English vocabulary has been developing by different linguistic categories and rules. One of them is considered to be loan words. Thus, this work deals with English borrowed words from Arabic language and its linguistic characteristics in teaching. Mostly, these words can be used in daily life routine either food or clothing. So that, language teaching becomes easier whenever you become able to explain vocabulary units by its linguistic history and development in ESL classes.
ANDRAGOGICAL APPROACH TO THE PROCESS OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF TEACHERS
Authors: Musina Ruzaniya , Smirnova Sabina , Usmanova Manzura
Published: April 2021

Рассмотрен один из современных подходов в образовании к повышению квалификации педагогов – андрагогический, в основе которого лежат особенности взрослых обучающихся. Использование подхода осуществляется на основе принципов андрагогики, интеграции в процесс обучения компетентностного и модульного подходов, а также применение современных технологий, методов, приемов и техник обучения. Необходима специальная подготовка преподавателей-андрагогов.
METHODS OF PROCESSING INFORMATION RESOURCES IN MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS
Authors: Beknazarova Saida , Abdullayeva Ozodaxon , Abdullayev Zafarbek
Published: April 2021

Мақолада медиатаълим соҳасидаги TIAV-мультимедиа тизимларнинг амалга ошириш усуллари кўриб чиқилиб, мультимедиа тизимининг ташкилий-функционал структураси бўйича изланишлар ўтказилган, медиатаълимнинг информацион базаси ҳамда концептуал моделини шакллантириш босқичлари баён этилган, онлайн-тизими - Mediacourse Builder конструктори – медиаконтентларнинг алгоритми ишлаб чиқилган, онлайн-тизими - Mediacourse Builder конструктори –медиаконтентларнинг қуриш усули ишлаб чиқилган.
THE UNITED STATES EDUCATION DIPLOMACY IN CENTRAL ASIA
Authors: SAIPOV Zabikhulla
Published: April 2021

This article tries to shed light on important aspect of the United States education diplomacy in the countries of Central Asia since they proclaimed their independence in 1991. American investments into the region surpass any other regional or global competitor by its depth, breadth and quality. The piece concludes that due to imminent distrust of authorities in the region overwhelming majority of U.S. undergraduate, graduate and exchange programs alumni could not fulfill their full potential over the past years and had to return back to either U.S. or elsewhere that was a result of classic case of brain drain and a pure instinct of personal choice and survival.
PROBLEMS OF DEVELOPING CURRICULUM ON THE BASIS OF COMPETENT APPROACH
Authors: Nuridinov B
Published: April 2021

Мақолада малака ошириш курслари учун ўқув дастурларини ишлаб чиқишда компетенциявий ёндашувнинг зарурлиги, компетенциявий ёндашувга асосланган ўқув дастурларининг ишлаб чиқиш босқичлари, ўқув дастури тузилмаси, мазкур ўқув дастурларининг ўзига хос хусусиятлари, анъанавий ўқув дастурларидан фарқли ва афзаллик томонлари, компетенциявий ёндашувга асосланган ўқув дастурларини ишлабчиқишга қўйиладиган талаблар баён қилинган ва тегишли хулосалар берилган.
Parents’ Involvement in Students’ Academic Achievement in Distance Learning Process During the Pandemic of Covid-19
Authors: Mau Kasi Yohana Eva , Suparno Suparno , Asib Abdul
Published: April 2021

This study examined the parents’ involvement in students’ Distance Learning during the pandemic of Covid-19 concerning with the school’s policy. This research aimed to explore the private junior high school students’ academic achievement in the pandemic of Covid-19 which was influenced by social factors, such as teachers, parents’ motivational beliefs (Hoover-Dempsey & Sandler, 1995) and home-based and school-based parental involvement (Epstein, 1995). Qualitative method was used to do this study specifically employed a case study design. Questionnaire and semi-structured interview were used to collect the data. 20 parents, eight grade students, homeroom teacher and principle would be the participants in this study. Likert scale and open-ended questionnaire were used to know the participants’ responses on parent’s involvement in children’s education in the Distance Learning. Semi-structured interview would be used to interview the three parents, three students, homeroom teacher and principle for exploring their deep opinions on parental involvement in children’s education success in Distance Learning during the pandemic of Covid-19. The results showed the positives beliefs of parents, students, and school in parents’ involvement in order to influence students’ academic achievement, especially in Distance Learning. At home, parents agreed to control and guide their children in doing the assignments, while at school, they took part in school’s meetings and seminars held by the school.
Long-Term Spatial Associations and Regional Convergence of Rural Literacy Rate in India
Authors:   University of Manouba, TUNISIA, Mohamed Hazem
Published: April 2021

Although there are claims that inequality in India has stagnated or even increased in the post-liberalization period, careful analysis of data shows that these views are mostly unsubstantiate. The main aspects of social inequality can be structured, to a large extent, along urban-rural and gender lines. In this paper, we explore a nonparametric approach to highlight the form of the long-term spatial associations of the georeferenced units. Relying on the method of Markov chains, we develop a stationary form for the Moran scatter plot, one of the techniques of the exploratory spatial data analysis. As an illustration, we highlight the forms of spatial autocorrelation and heterogeneity of long-term literacy rates in rural districts in India observed by the two censuses of 1991 and 2001. We use the same data to estimate a spatial β-convergence model. It appears that the growth of literacy rate is higher in rural districts with the lowest literacy and proceeds by spatial diffusion. Beyond his correspondence with the β-convergence model, the proposed nonparametric approach has the advantage of identifying the location of spatial associations
A Model to Determine Naked-Eye Limiting Magnitude
Authors: Crocker Dasha
Published: April 2021

The purpose of this study was to determine which variables would be needed to generate a model that predicted the naked eye limiting magnitude on a given night. After background research was conducted, it seemed most likely that wind speed, air quality, skyglow, and cloud cover would contribute to the proposed model. This hypothesis was tested by obtaining local weather data, then determining the naked eye limiting magnitude for the local conditions. This procedure was repeated for the moon cycle of October, then repeated an additional 11 times in November, December, and January. After the initial 30 trials, r values were calculated for each variable that was measured. These values revealed that wind was not at all correlated with the naked eye limiting magnitude, but pollen (a measure of air quality), skyglow, and cloud cover were. After the generation of several models using multiple regression tests, air quality also proved not to affect the naked eye limiting magnitude. It was concluded that skyglow and cloud cover would contribute to a model that predicts naked eye limiting magnitude, proving the original hypothesis to be partially correct.
The Future of CRISPR: Looking at Gene Editing as a Treatment For Cystic Fibrosis
Authors: Kosanam Harisha , Udyaver Ananya , Muhammad Waliya
Published: April 2021

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetically inherited chronic disease that causes the production of a thick and sticky mucus primarily in the lungs. The condition tends to become worse over time. Clogged lungs and other internal organs result in breathing issues, susceptibility to infections, digestive problems, and lack of nutrition. CF is an autosomal recessive disease, indicating that an individual must inherit two copies of the defective Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR) gene, which then encodes for a malfunctioning CFTR protein. Because of the large number of CF patients that cannot be treated with these CFTR modulators, using gene editing to directly target the mutation can be more effective and efficient in treating cystic fibrosis. In this paper, we will discuss the promises and limitations for using gene editing as a treatment for CF.
Adolescents Voice Preference in Auditory Advertisements
Authors: Lynch Sydney , Campbell Marianne
Published: April 2021

This study aimed to gauge if adolescents' bias or prejudice towards a particular gender could be observed through narrator preference in auditory advertisements to ascertain if the perception of gender and its stereotypes has changed among younger generations. Prior research shows that when adult subjects are presented with multiple advertisements that they demonstrate a preference towards male narrated advertisements; however, these previous studies were performed on adults; therefore, narrator preference remains unknown for most teenagers. For this study, research data were collected through a mixed media survey in which a descriptive research process was completed. Participants in this study included 135 high school juniors and seniors both male and female. Initial results showed that statistically there was no preference for either male or female narration. From this data, one can conclude that today's teenagers do not show an overt bias for a narrator of a specific gender. Therefore, the conclusion can be drawn that the perception of gender and gender stereotypes have changed towards more egalitarian views in today's younger generations. However, this study was limited to high school-aged teenagers and did not encompass youth of all age groups. Future research should compare perceived gender stereotypes among various age groups to identify a more precise pattern of generational change of gender perception.
A Computational Analysis on Nicotine Withdrawal and Cardiac Arrhythmia and Their Effects on COVID-19
Authors: Haque Ayaan , Kukal Aryaman , Rao Yamuna , Cho David , Rao Keshav
Published: April 2021

Certain chronic conditions are becoming increasingly ignored due to the magnitude of COVID-19. However, continued research on these conditions, such as nicotine addiction and heart disease, and how they relate to COVID-19 will help researchers assess case severity more adequately. It has been commonly asserted that smoking cessation will reduce COVID-19 mortality rates for smokers due to how it damages the lungs. However, smoking cessation results in nicotine withdrawal, which is proven to cause side effects that could conversely increase the severity of COVID-19. This study aims to determine how nicotine withdrawal increases the probability of developing cardiac arrhythmia, and how that relationship increases COVID-19 mortality rates. To conduct our study, we compiled datasets from various health organizations, including the CDC and WHO, to find correlations between these three conditions. We first investigated the complications that result from nicotine withdrawal and how they may develop into cardiac arrhythmia. Following initial inquiries, we then calculated how cardiac arrhythmia increases COVID-19 mortality rates. To validate our conclusions, we compared smoking cessation rates with COVID-19 mortality rates in different states to isolate direct correlation between the two conditions. We determined that nicotine withdrawal has a 32.7% probability of causing cardiac arrhythmia, and that cardiac arrhythmia increases the chance of death from COVID-19 by 14.7%. Ultimately, we found that nicotine withdrawal increases the COVID-19 mortality rate by 4.8% compared to the general population, a significant and concerning finding.
The Puerto Rican Economic Challenges and Alternatives: A Review of Recent Literature
Authors: Torres Teddy , Caraballo Jose
Published: April 2021

The decline of Puerto Rico’s economy has been inextricably linked to the federal government’s phasing out and ultimate elimination of tax incentives that made it attractive for U.S. companies to establish operations on the island. One unsurprising consequence of these tax incentives is that they made the economy heavily dependent on both U.S. policies and the actions of U.S. companies. Thus, when the federal government repealed the incentives, including the well-known section 936, a major economic decline on the island was virtually inevitable, particularly in the absence of any alternative program to fill the vacuum left by the departure of U.S. firms. The consequence has been the creation of crippling debt, sky-rocketing unemployment, and the reversal of economic growth. The historical problems with the island’s fragile and outdated energy sector and power grid -- which are heavily dependent on expensive, imported fossil fuels, has been exacerbated by the economic decline.  One viable solution in this critical sector is a transition to clean renewable energy, which would spur economic growth by increasing employment and enabling reduction of the debt.  Execution of such a strategic option, however, is compromised by Puerto Rico’s status as a commonwealth rather than a U.S. state or independent sovereign state.  Any long-term, meaningful reforms or programs for economic development are thus largely dependent on resolution of the status issue, which requires a decision by both the U.S. Congress and the people of Puerto Rico to determine on statehood or independence.
Bright Light Therapy’s Effect on Night Shift Health Care Workers Who Suffer from Light Induced Misalignment of Circadian Rhythms
Authors: Peed Mackenzie , Murnan John
Published: April 2021

Modern-day society is based on a high pace lifestyle that people are constantly attempting to keep up with. The invention of the light completely changed society, allowing people to work outside of daylight hours. As countries become more and more industrialized, the need for 24/7 productivity becomes more and more common. From transportation to mining to medicine, individuals willing to work unconventional hours are necessary for the sustainability of the industry. This group of people, working outside “normal” work hours such as between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. or shifts longer than eight hours, are known as shift workers. They make up about 26.5 million people in the employed population in the United States and about 100 million around the world (Moore-Ede & Platika, 2018). Shift work affects a person’s circadian rhythm, causing issues. “Circadian rhythm mainly controls the daily wake and sleep cycle and regulates physiological processes including hormone secretion, body temperature, feeding behavior, cell cycle progression, and drug, glucose, and xenobiotic metabolism” (Khan et al., 2018, p.2). This circadian rhythm is controlled by the circadian clock and is regulated through clock genes. Light exposure greatly influences circadian rhythms and specifically affects the release of the hormone melatonin which activates specific receptors MTI and MT2 that mediate sleep-promoting effects.
Learning with a Beat: A Study on the Implementation of Students’ Music Interests in High School Humanities Curriculum
Authors: Huerta Emma , Jones Lisa
Published: April 2021

From the first-ever Pulitzer Prize for a hip-hop album awarded to rapper Kendrick Lamar in 2014, to the development of entire websites dedicated to popular music analyses, music has become a form of accessible humanities-like education, as people listen to the deeper meaning within a song's beat. Contrarily, the traditional humanities education in today’s high schools has hardly seen change, if any at all, with student apathy rapidly rising. Thus, this research paper asks, "Can the music interests of high-achieving high school students be implemented in humanities-based curricula to combat apathy in learning? If so, how?" The study was conducted in a three-part mixed methods approach. First, an action research survey collected data on the favorite "thought-provoking" songs of high-achieving high school students from two high schools. Next, content analyses on the three songs most frequently mentioned by students were conducted based on humanities-derived categories– theme, rhetoric, and context. Finally, the content analyses were compiled into a hermeneutics-based survey for head teachers in the humanities (reading, English Language Arts, and social studies) departments at the schools. This study supports the general conclusion that the music interests of high-achieving students can be implemented into humanities-based curricula, in multiple ways, to combat learning apathy. The results of this study give a proven basis for reducing apathy in humanities-based learning with music, as the vast majority of students and teachers surveyed advocate for this implementation. Teachers’ reported interpretations provide a framework for new curricula that could improve students’ learning appeal and engagement.
Black Turnout and Registration in Majority-Minority Districts
Authors: Edwards Abigail , Donhauser Margaret , Titiunik Rocio
Published: April 2021

Understanding what can incentivize the entire and minority populations to participate in politicsis important to understand voting patterns. To answer this question, this study focuses onwhether race has an impact on voter registration and turnout. This study sought to determinewhether moving from a majority-White to a majority-Black district will increase turnout andregistration among the general population as well as the Black population. Utilizing ten-yearlegislative reapportionment, this study compares the percent voter registration and percentturnout both before and after the 2012 round of redistricting in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana,Mississippi, and South Carolina. Results indicated that co-racial incumbents have the ability tomotivate increased voter registration among the total and Black population. Turnout results weremuch less straightforward, indicating that there are other factors that impact turnout than the raceof the incumbent. Thus, it appears the creation of majority-Black districts has a greater impactthan just the ability to elect more Black representatives.
Female Discrimination in the Workplace: Skilled Communicators But Undermined Leaders
Authors: Yue Allison , King Christine
Published: April 2021

This literature review examines several studies related to differences in gender communication, gender perception, and the impact of workplace discrimination. Experimental studies on gender have revealed that women’s communication style is seen as genteel and empathetic while men’s communication styles are viewed as noisy and aggressive. And yet, people view leadership qualities as inherently more masculine than feminine. These differences are also reflected in leadership styles between men and women. The question remains if women display capable communication skills and leadership, why do discriminatory practices pervade in the workplace? Through a qualitative analysis of each paper, we draw the relationship between gender perceptions and workplace discrimination, including the lack of women in executive positions. A comparison between review articles helped to illustrate the differences in approach and similarity in results of pair of studies. Social theories presented in articles help to explain social phenomenons that undermine women. Concepts such as counter-stereotypical characteristics of women are discussed and the need for institutional policy enforcements is emphasized.
The Impact of Traffic Noise Pollution on Plant Growth Within Urban Community Gardens
Authors: Lohrey Kate , Talarczyk Patricia
Published: April 2021

This experiment was conducted to inquire the impact of traffic noise pollution on plant growth within urban community gardens. In acknowledgment of urbanization concerns and the increase of noise within cities, the study was devised to determine if this type of pollution was impacting plants, in addition to animals and humans. To achieve the research goal, two conditional groups with identical set-ups were placed in adjacent rooms. One group contained traffic noises while the other contained natural noises. Plants were grown over six weeks and data was collected both throughout the experiment and at its conclusion. At the conclusion of the experiment, the average plant height for the control group was 104.2 millimeters and 65.6 millimeters for the experimental group. Additionally, the average plant weight for the control group was 1.31 grams and .85 grams for the experimental group. The results yielded T-values of 3.74661 and 1.89107, respectively. With 95-percent confidence, the results showed a statistically significant difference in average plant height and weight between the two conditional groups. The data yielded an answer to the question proposed by the research and fulfilled the purpose of experimentation. A deteriorating effect was found and the impact calls upon city leaders to research the topic further. The results stress the need for a solution involving the reduction of noise to protect the benefits provided by community gardens and the plants within them.
What is the correlation between men’s perceptions of traditional luxury factors and price for Air Jordan UL sneakers?
Authors: Diamantopoulos Nikolaos , Olivo Daniel , Dalzell Mathew , Sfeir Norina
Published: April 2021

In the field of luxury goods, the factors of brand value and flashiness are seen to increase the value of traditional luxury goods. No research has been conducted to understand this relationship in unorthodox luxury sneakers. These sneakers command high resale prices in comparison to base models. This research analyzes the correlational relationship between perceptions of these factors in unorthodox luxury sneakers and their price. A survey conducted on US adult males was used to obtain perceptions, and prices were taken from multiple resale sites. The averaged values were then put through a Pearson Correlation test. For both factors, there was little to no relationship found and a statistically insignificant P-value. However, the results completely contradicted previous research regarding luxury goods and what factors derive their value. With this, the knowledge can be tested on a larger scale with a broader population to see if the trend continues. If so, this new knowledge could greatly affect the information available to firms and thus have a direct impact on future business strategy formulation, specifically in the UL sneaker market.
Inhibiting STAT3 and Activating TLR Against Tumors With OPSS Liposomes, Curcumin, and TLR Agonists
Authors: Sujith Shreya , Ramirez Marisabel , Rasic Keaton , Kullberg Max , Pillai Vani , Martinson Holly
Published: April 2021

In solid malignancies such as breast cancer, the tumor cells create an immunosuppressive environment through the aid of macrophages. The macrophages become tumor-associated and inhibit a T-cell response critical to removing the cancerous cells. The main signaling pathway responsible for the macrophages’ pro-tumoral behavior is the STAT3 signaling pathway, a subset of the JAK/STAT signaling pathway that prevents the toll-like receptor (TLR) expression. TLRs are essential to the immune system's anti-tumoral response. Therefore, to repolarize the macrophages in from a pro-tumoral to an anti-tumoral form, curcumin (STAT3 inhibitor), and TLR agonists (TLR stimulant) were delivered to a co-culture using complement C3 liposomes (OPSS liposomes). The OPSS liposomes cause macrophages to uptake the liposomes, allowing for targeted drug delivery to macrophages. 4T1 cancer cells and BMDMs were co-cultured and treated with control liposomes containing PBS, OPSS liposomes containing curcumin and TLR agonist, and OPSS liposomes containing TLR agonist. RT-qPCR measured gene expression, and flow cytometry measured protein expression. This study’s results point to the effectiveness of the OPSS liposome, curcumin, and TLR agonist treatment. The combination of curcumin and TLR agonist appear to effectively inhibit the STAT3 signaling pathway and activate the expression of TLR. Future studies should implement the OPSS liposome, curcumin, and TLR agonist treatment in a mouse model and observe for a potential T-cell response.
Emojis As Evidence in Trial
Authors: Zeidler Gabriela
Published: April 2021

As the sophistication and use of technology increases, communication through technology becomes more common, leading to the increasing use of emojis. In turn, this has led to an increase of emojis being used as evidence in court, with little guidance of how they can be interpreted within the law. This study examines the ways judges perceive emojis in court, especially when they are used as evidence. Through a grounded theory qualitative study, semi-structured interviews of judges throughout the Southwest region of the United States were conducted and analyzed according to Charmaz grounded theory guidelines (Charmaz, 2006) to determine judges’ perceptions of the use of emojis in court as evidence. This seeks to determine how emojis are used within the court system as they can carry and convey many different meanings to different people.  This study found that many judges find it necessary to have context with emojis for the purposes of interpretation by the jury, but it is not necessary for special instructions to be made in regards to emojis. Additionally, this study found other aspects of trial including jury selection and the appellate court are being affected by the increasing usage of emojis as evidence due to their highly subjective nature. Further research is needed to assess the broader implications of advancements in technology on the legal system.
The Mama of Dada: Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven, the original mastermind behind Fountain, 1917
Authors: Schartner Sofia , Bidwell Fran
Published: April 2021

The most disruptive sculpture that broke the art world and the notion of art itself; the notorious Fountain, by Marcel Duchamp changed art history forever. Since the anonymous submission to the salon of independent artists in New York 1917, art lovers have never been able to come to a consensus about the piece. Debates and disputes polarized the opinion of the public. As a result, the name Duchamp had become synonymous with the term Readymade, Dada and the avant-garde. Absurdly, sufficient evidence suggests that the French artist Duchamp was not the artist behind Fountain. The female Dada poet and German American contemporary artist, Baroness Elsa von Freytag Loringhoven, was the mastermind behind it.
Societal References by Superhero Films in the 21st Century
Authors: Jimenez Ramos Adrian , Brown Gabriel
Published: April 2021

A wide variety of studies has identified a significant correlation between the income of a film and its genre. Unveiling that with newer genres and new audiences, certain movies experience more success than others. Here the researcher institutes a content analysis in which 12 live-action ‘superhero’ films are viewed and evaluated based on a sophisticated code. The films are viewed multiple times and other ‘outside’ codes are also recorded by the researcher. The research results in a found correlation between economic success and the superhero genre is identified along with a greater understanding of the impact that the films have on audiences. Not only is the impact revealed, but also some methods are evaluated along with their effectiveness on the amount of income generated.
Use of Library by the Students of Foundation University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Rawalpindi
Authors: Bukhari Muhammad Tayyab Alam , Bukhari Muhammad Maqsood Alam , Ranjha Najma , Ahmad Khurshid , Naz Fouzia
Published: April 2021

This study investigated the use of library by the students of Foundation University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Rawalpindi. The importance of library as an institution has been realized. The Objectives of this study were (a) to investigate the present use of library by the students of Foundation University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (b) to analyze the organizational set up of library for the purpose of effective learning (c) to identify the problems faced by the students in the use of library and (d) to give recommendations for effective use of library. The nature of this study was descriptive. The population of this study consisted of all the MA /M.Sc. level students. One hundred and eighty students of various programs were selected randomly as sample. A self developed questionnaire consisting of 10 items was used as instrument for data collection. It was concluded that the majority of the students hesitated to use the library because of the problems they faced during its use. Lack of books, lack of organizational set up and lack of space and other physical facilities were the major factors associated with the less use of library.
Leydigcelhyperplasie: een zeldzame oorzaak van hyperandrogenisme bij een menopauzale vrouw
Authors: BEKAERT M. , SONNEMANS H. , PEETERS G. , KEULEN L. , WILLERS N. , PAUWELS B.
Published: April 2021

Leydig cell hyperplasia: an atypical cause of postmenopausal hyperandrogenism

We present a case of a 64-year old postmenopausal patient with new onset hirsutism, acne and clitoromegaly. Her medical history includes a non-secreting adrenal incidentaloma. Biochemical evaluation withheld an elevated testosterone with normal dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate (DHEAS). Other adrenal biochemical tests were normal and adrenal imaging was unaltered. Imaging of the ovaries was unremarkable. Due to the normal DHEAS, ovarian etiology was suspected, for which a bilateral oophorectomy was performed. Pathological examination showed bilateral Leydig cell hyperplasia, a benign though rare cause of postmenopausal hyperandrogenism.

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism is caused by of a group of gynaecological and endocrinological disorders. In case of rapid onset and severe symptoms of hirsutism or virilization an androgen-secreting neoplastic disorder should be suspected. Normal DHEAS is suggestive for an ovarian etiology. Imaging is necessary to differentiate between adrenal and ovarian causes, though normal imaging of the ovaries does not rule out ovarian pathology. Definitive diagnosis is often based on pathological examination after oophorectomy.
Method validation for simultaneous quantification of some Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) in dietary supplements by liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
Authors: Nguyen Thi Hong Ngoc , Mac Thi Thanh Hoa , Tran Hung Son , Ngo Manh Dung , Cao Cong Khanh , Vu Thi Thanh An , Pham Thi Thanh Ha , Le Thi Hong Hao ,   National Institute for Food Control,   National Institute for Food Control,   National Institute for Food Control,   Hanoi University of Pharmacy,   National Institute for Food Control,   National Institute for Food Control,   Hanoi University of Pharmacy,   National Institute for Food Control
Published: April 2021

The method of simultaneous quantification some of Human Milk Oligosaccharide in dietary supplements by LC-MS/MS is an accurate and effective method to quickly determine the content of 2'-Fucosyllactose (2 '-FL), Lacto-N-neotetraose (LNnT), Lacto-N-tetraose (LNT), 3'-Siallylactose (3'-SL) and 6'-Siallylactose (6'-SL) in both dietary supplements powder and liquid. The method has been developed and validated follow the AOAC International guidelines. The mobile phase system consists of 2 channels: channel A (0.1% formic acid) and channel B (acetonitril) connected to the HILIC column (3.5 μm, 2.1mm × 150 mm) and the MS detector. The time analysis is 10 minutes, this method can identify all 5 substances belonging to the group HMOs. The detection limit and quantitative limit for all 5’-FL, LNnT, LNT, 3’-SL, 6’-SL were 4 mg/kg and 10 mg/kg, respectively. The linear range of the method ranges from 0.4 µg/mL to 40 µg/mL. Other validation parameters include the accuracy (R% 98.8 -103%); The precision (RSD% 1.69 - 5.54%) can meet the requirement of AOAC. The method was applied in practice to analyze 25 supplementary food samples on the market gives the results of analyzing total HMOs in powdered samples about 0.1 – 0.3 g/100g and for liquid samples about 0.01 – 0.03 g/100mL.
Investigation into infectability and antimicrobial susceptibility of Salmonella spp. isolated from fresh seafood at traditional markets in Ho Chi Minh city
Authors: Truong Huynh Anh Vu , Nguyen Hoang Khue Tu , Chu Van Hai , Huynh Yen Ha ,   Nong Lam University of Ho Chi Minh city, Viet Nam,   HCMC International University, Vietnam National University  of Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam,   Center of Analytical Services and Experimentation HCMC (CASE), Vietnam,   Center of Analytical Services and Experimentation HCMC (CASE), Vietnam
Published: April 2021

In this study, a total of 380 fresh seafood samples (fish, shrimp, squid) were collected randomly at conventional markets of districts in Ho Chi Minh city. Salmonella strains were detected by the traditional method (ISO 6579-1:2017) and conformed by PCR technique (TCVN 8342:2010), serotyping according to ISO/TR 6579-3:2014 and Kirby-Bauer methods evaluated antibiotic resistance's ability. As a result, 85 Salmonella strains were isolated, and the proportion of infection was 22,37% (85/380). The proportion of Salmonella strains that resisted 01 antibiotics was 85,88% (73/85), and 10,59% (09/85) accounted for that of strains that resisted 02 to 05 antibiotics. Also, strains representing resistance towards 06 to 11 antibiotics occupied 4,71% (04/85). Antimicrobial drugs resisted the most were tetracycline 43, 53% (37/85). In contrast, 98,82% (84/85) of Salmonella strains were sensitive to ceftazidime. The proportion of multi-drug resistance was 15,29% (13/85). The familiar combinations of antibiotic resistance were ampicillin, streptomycin, tetracycline, and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (AM, STR, TE, SXT), with 46,15% (6/13). There were six distinguished serovars, including S. Kentucky (05 strains); S. Infantis (02 strains); S. Agona and S. Postdam (01 strain); S. Saintpaul, S. Braenderup (01 strain). 92.31% of serovar detected resistance genes (blaTEM, strA: 53.85%; blaSHV: 7.69%; tetA: 92.31%; tetB: 7.69% and sul1: 23.08%). Three serovars with genotype (blaTEM, strA, tetA, sul1) matched the antibiotic resistance phenotype (AM, STR, TE, SXT), namely S. Kentucky (02) and S. Saintpaul (01), the both isolated from fish samples.
Metric topology on the moduli space
Authors: Deng Jialong
Published: April 2021

We define the smooth Lipschitz topology on the moduli space and show that each conformal class is dense in the moduli space endowed with Gromov-Hausdorff topology, which offers an answer to Tuschmann’s question.
On soft quasi-pseudometric spaces
Authors: Sabao Hope , Otafudu Olivier Olela
Published: April 2021

In this article, we introduce the concept of a soft quasi-pseudometric space. We show that every soft quasi-pseudometric induces a compatible quasi-pseudometric on the collection of all soft points of the absolute soft set whenever the parameter set is finite. We then introduce the concept of soft Isbell convexity and show that a self non-expansive map of a soft quasi-metric space has a nonempty soft Isbell convex fixed point set.
Digital homotopic distance between digital functions
Authors: Borat Ayse
Published: April 2021

In this paper, we define digital homotopic distance and give its relation with LS category of a digital function and of a digital image. Moreover, we introduce some properties of digital homotopic distance such as being digitally homotopy invariance.
Inclusive Physical Activity
Authors: Kasser Susan L. , Lytle Rebecca K.
Published: April 2021

An introductory methods textbook for undergraduates studying physical education, adapted physical education, exercise science, therapuetic recreation, and other disciplines in education, fitness, and recreation.
Survive and Thrive as a Physical Educator
Authors: James Alisa R.
Published: April 2021

Stay energized and organized throughout your school year! Survive and Thrive as a Physical Educator: Strategies for the First Year and Beyond will help you face the unique challenges of teaching and support your development as a physical educator. Practical and reader friendly, Survive and Thrive as a Physical Educator is filled with the most current information plus examples based on the author's experiences as both a K-12 teacher and a college instructor who prepares future teachers. You'll also find a wealth of information on handling day-to-day issues, such as adapting to the work environment, understanding the school culture, communicating with parents, and behavior management.
Teaching Cross-Country Skiing
Authors: Duoos Bridget A. , Rykken Anne M.
Published: April 2021

Teaching Cross-Country Skiing presents lesson plans to progress children and young adults from beginning to advanced levels. Each lesson follows a consistent format, which includes lesson goals, introductory activities, lesson focus, review, games, and assessments. For those new to cross-country skiing, this text presents the basics of ski mechanics and guidance on clothing and equipment selection. To help you understand and convey classic cross-country skiing skills, you’ll find straightforward explanations with illustrations and photos that highlight the critical features of each skill.

Each of the 30 lessons incorporates games and skill-testing activities to keep students active and engaged. Distances gradually increase to match your skiers’ increased skill and challenge their muscular and cardiorespiratory capacities. In the first 10 lessons, students practice basic skills indoors and then on snow, learning the diagonal stride technique (with and without poles) and how to double-pole, climb, and descend gentle hills.
Fitness & Health
Authors: Sharkey Brian J. , Gaskill Steven E.
Published: April 2021

Textbook for undergraduate students taking courses covering topics related to general fitness, exercise, physical activity, health, and wellness; a reference for fitness professionals and fitness enthusiasts.
Lesson Planning for Elementary Physical Education
Authors: Holt/Hale Shirley , Hall Tina J.
Published: April 2021

Elementary school physical educators looking for expert guidance in designing lessons that are aligned with SHAPE America’s National Standards and Grade-Level Outcomes need look no further.

Lesson Planning for Elementary Physical Education works in tandem with SHAPE America’s National Standards & Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education and The Essentials of Teaching Physical Education to provide the knowledge base and practical strategies for creating high-quality elementary physical education curricula.