bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Microindentation of Fresh Soft Biological Tissue: A Rapid Tissue Sectioning and Mounting Protocol v1
Authors: M. McCarthy Clíona , L. McKevitt Kevin , A. Connolly Sinéad , Andersson Isabel , C. Leahy Fiona , A. Moloney Michael , G. Kavanagh Eamon , M. Cunnane Eoghan , D. McGourty Kieran , T. Walsh Michael , J.E. Mulvihill John
Published: March 2024

Microindentation of fresh biological tissues is necessary for the creation of 3D biomimetic models that accurately represent the native extracellular matrix microenvironment. However, tissue must first be precisely sectioned into slices. Challenges exist in the preparation of fresh tissue slices, as they can tear easily and must be processed rapidly in order to mitigate tissue degradation. In this study, we propose an optimised mounting condition for microindentation and demonstrate that embedding tissue in a mixture of 2.5% agarose and 1.5% gelatin is the most favourable method of tissue slice mounting for microindentation. This protocol allows for rapid processing of fresh biological tissue and is applicable to a variety of tissue types.
The Building Blocks of Language and Creativity: A Multimodal Critical Discourse Analysis of Toy Advertisements
Authors: Santikul Bandita
Published: March 2024

This research aims to explore the verbal and visual resources and cultural aspects used in online toy advertisements. The data comprises 142 advertisements sourced from the official international Lego Facebook page. Three analytical frameworks were employed in the study. First, Halliday’s (1994) systemic functional linguistics was used to analyze verbal resources. Second, Kress and van Leeuwen’s (2006) social semiotics was used to examine visual resources. Third, Hofstede et al.’s (2010) cultural dimensions were applied to the aspects of culture. The investigation of verbal resources reveals three main ideational metafunctions: material, relational, and mental. Also, declarative mood and unmarked topical themes dominantly occurred in the clauses. For the visual analysis, the advertisements tend to use conceptual symbolic images with vibrant and contrasting colors to make the brand memorable and convey positive values. The positions of participants (RP) also reveal the significance of the brand. There is interconnectedness between visual resources and verbal resources for the advertisements to be cohesive. Remarkably, all six cultural dimensions were found aligned with the American cultural aspects, except for masculinity and long-term orientation. This suggests Lego's commitment to promoting equality, unity, and the attempt to construct more effective worldwide marketing.
The Definite Article am- [ʔam-] of Jazani Arabic: An Autosegmental Analysis
Authors: Ruthan Mohammed Q.
Published: March 2024

A decent number of studies have discussed phonological or morphological aspects of the definite article in Standard or Classical Arabic. However, only a few have described the definite article in Southern Arabic dialects. Arabic consonants are divided into two categories based on how they affect the definite article al- [ʔal-]. Fourteen consonants with the [+coronal] feature cause assimilation, whereas the remaining consonants with [-coronal] do not. This process raises the question of whether this is also the case with the definite article [ʔam-] of the Southern dialect Jazani Arabic. Thus, one goal of this study was to examine whether assimilation occurs in the first place with [ʔam-]. If so, does it assimilate to consonants with specific features? Does it fully or partially assimilate to other consonants? Does directionality play a role in assimilation? Enlightened by autosegmental phonology and feature geometry, this study presents a novel dataset and a non-linear phonological analysis of Jazani [ʔam-] via linking or delinking features. Results showed that [ʔam-] completely assimilated and caused geminates when followed by [m] and partially assimilated when followed by [b] or [w] but never after [-labial] sounds. Assimilation occurred progressively or regressively based on the sonority hierarchy of the consonants. In addition, assimilation only occurred across morphological boundaries and never within one morpheme.
ESOL Student’s Portfolio Writing Practice: Studying Corrective Feedback With Formative Assessment to Enhance L2 Outcomes in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alqahtani Demah Aamer , Rahman Mohammed Hafizur
Published: March 2024

Corrective Feedback with Formative Assessment (CFFA) could be a vital component in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). It is a coherent approach to enhance ESOL students' writing skills. The aim of this study is to analyze heterogenous outlines, quantitative congeniality, and the effectiveness of WF (Written Feedback) with one-on-one corrections. The EFL writing portfolios include the CFP (Corrective Feedback Planning), WFD (Writing the First Draft), and EFD (Evaluating and Improving the First Draft). It also includes using the CFFA to teach EFL skills based on various modules of authentic ESOL course material selected for teaching at the lower-to-elementary levels of ESOL learning students. The quantitative data from simultaneous questionnaires affirmed the efficacy and relevance of CFFA with the students' composition of descriptive and expository texts within the Preparatory Year English writing courses at three different campuses of a university in Saudi Arabia. 351 students from various groups and individual instructors in charge of the RW (Reading and Writing) courses responded to correlated questionnaires, and task outlines were collected for stylistic analysis. Besides being an effective teaching practice, CFFA involves an informal instructor-student exchange and written remarks. Although not summative, they aim to enhance students' writing skills. The students merely perceived their errors as part of the recurrent practice required in the elaborate but formulaic methodology of the instructional techniques of EFL writing. In turn, the absence of summative grading reduced student anxiety. The results demonstrated that the well-defined written CFFA aligns with students' levels and course objectives.
A Comparative Analysis of Attitude Resources in Chinese and American English News Reports on “Roe v. Wade”
Authors: Dai Xia , Pan Hengxing
Published: March 2024

In 1973, "Roe v. Wade" (hereinafter referred to as Roe) became one of the important judgements in modern American society because of its establishment of women's reproductive choice. In 2022, the US Supreme Court officially overturned the Roe case, which also caused an uproar at home and abroad. News media, as an important information dissemination medium, widely influences readers' attitudes and opinions. This paper mainly conducted by the application of the Appraisal Theory, which has developed by the linguist J. R. Martin covering three subsystems: attitude, engagement and graduation, to the study of news reports concerning the Roe. The study is focus on the perspective of the attitude system, and the research corpus consists of a total of 10 news articles selected from two mainstream media both in China and the U.S., China Daily and New York Times. Using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, this study has discussed in detail the attitude resources in the overturning of Roe in Chinese and American news discourse. Through analysis and comparison, the author finds that there are similarities and differences in the overall distribution of attitude resources between the two media. First of all, the distribution of attitude resources between the two sides is roughly in the same trend. Secondly, New York Times employs more attitude resources than that of China Daily, with a dominant air of negative attitude resources.
Request Strategies in Saudi ESL Learners’ Email Communication: A Pragmatic Analysis
Authors: Alsalem Nuha K.
Published: March 2024

Growing research on intercultural communication has highlighted the importance of both linguistic and pragmatic competence among learners of English as a second language (ESL). Emails serve as a preferred means of communication between university students and professors. This study investigates Saudi ESL learners’ pragmatic competence in creating email requests to their professors, addressing questions about greetings, directness, request strategies, and information sequencing. The goal is to show the need for explicit pragmatics instruction. The naturalistic data comprised 50 emails written by Arabic-speaking ESL graduate students in academic contexts, covering requests regarding deadline extensions, retaking exams, lecture absences for various reasons, and letters of recommendation. The analysis was guided by the Cross-Cultural Speech Act Realization Project (CCSARP) (Blum-Kulka et al., 1989). The findings suggested that explicit pedagogical guidance in speech act performance could benefit non-native English speakers. This study contributes to the growing body of research on institutional email practices, politeness conventions, and interlanguage pragmatics.
The Historical Development of Writing Instruction in an EFL Context: The Effect of Culture, Religion, Experience, and Globalization
Authors: Aloairdhi Nafilah M. , Alhojailan Ahmad I
Published: March 2024

Due to the growing importance of English as a foreign language (EFL) writing and its teaching, this study aims to understand how EFL writing instruction has developed in Saudi Arabia. Aside from its historical development, this study also aims to investigate features and practices associated with teaching EFL writing over time using two qualitative methods: 1) semi-structured interviews with 11 expert educators from Saudi Arabia, and 2) Qualitative Content Analysis of the pre-existing body of content related to teaching EFL writing in Saudi Arabia. Clarke and Braun’s reflexive thematic analysis using MAXQDA software was used to analyse the interviews, while Roller and Lavrakas’ Total Quality Framework using Excel Worksheets was used to analyse the qualitative content. It was found that teaching EFL writing in Saudi Arabia has undergone three periods of historical development, each with their own various features and practices. The study can contribute to existing research on EFL writing instruction in general, and in Saudi Arabia in particular. Moreover, the study provides a focus for evaluating the difference between actual teaching and learning practices, and the outcomes expected from the EFL textbooks. This can help teachers and policy makers in implementing and designing more useful EFL learning approaches.
The Futility of Language as a Means of Communication in Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Fam and Yam, and The Sandbox
Authors: Abd-Rabbo Muna M. , Zalloum Ghadir B. , Al-Wahsh Dima M.
Published: March 2024

The three plays Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1962) The Sandbox (1959) and Fam and Yam (1959) all display the absurdist tendencies to dispel the traditional view of language as the rational means of communication amongst mankind. In absurdist drama the world is portrayed as one that is meaningless and incomprehensible to the human mind. Language, which is confined to faulty human perception and subjectivity, is inefficient in the face of an unfathomable universe. A gap persists between the meanings in language and the world it purports to describe. In addition, the lack of fit between what language permits man to say and what he actually wants to say leads to a breakdown in communication and ultimately to the alienation of the individual.  In absurdist works this chaotic sphere of existence is reflected in the dispensing of traditional elements in drama as well as in the illogical usage of language by the characters. Thus, absurdist drama acts as a counter-discourse to the previously dominant, essentialist discourse of realist drama. In this article a brief overview of the absurdist depiction of language’s insufficiency in communication is presented to serve as a backdrop for the analysis of certain segments in Albee’s aforementioned plays in order to assess the extent to which Albee’s plays demonstrate the absurdist’s notion of language’s deficiencies. Thus, the sections chosen for discussion are those that showcase language’s apparent shortcomings in generating human contact.
Enhancing Pedagogical Strategies for Multilingual Classrooms in Foreign Language Education: Training Lecturers for Linguistic Diversity and Language Variation
Authors: Alshraah Shadi Majed , Issa Saddm H. M. , Migdadi Hamzah Faleh , Nishat Arjumen Sultana
Published: March 2024

Lecturers play a huge role in the teaching of foreign languages across universities. As such, their training in language diversity and variation remains a significant tool in enhancing pedagogical strategies for multilingual foreign language classroom. This study focused on the analysis of different ways in which the training of foreign language lecturers can enhance pedagogical practices for multilingual foreign language classrooms. A total of 151 lecturers and 112 university non-academics staff members drawn from departments of foreign languages participated in this quantitative survey. Data was gathered using digitally developed questionnaire. There was a wide diversity of viewpoints from participants on instructional methods, such as peer instruction, outlining objectives explicitly, and continuing one's education. There are major and far-reaching implications of this research. One major takeaway from the research is how vital it is that lecturers of foreign languages get diversity training as part of their ongoing training and certification. Recognizing the need of such training allows schools to proactively provide lecturers with the tools they need to accommodate a student population that is becoming more diverse. In conclusion, this research sheds light on the difficulties and potential of teaching a foreign language to a population with a wide range of linguistic background. The research sheds light on the need of training for language diversity and the difficulty of maintaining order in a multilingual classroom. Lecturers and universities may better prepare students for success in a globalized world by addressing these issues and developing more welcoming, responsive, and successful foreign language classes.
Evaluation of FTIR, Macro and Micronutrients of Compost from Black Soldier Fly Residual: in Context of Its Use as Fertilizer
Authors: Sukamto S. , Rahmat Ali
Published: March 2024

The extensive use of chemical inorganic fertilizers promotes the degradation of agricultural land quality and leads to various environmental contaminations. Owing to these problems, the alternative way called “organic farming” has been developed through the use of organic fertilizers including compost.  In this study, compost product obtained from composting process by using larvae as the biological agent has been prepared. Macronutrients (i.e. N, P, K, Ca, and Mg) and micronutrients (i.e. Mn, Fe, Cu, Zn, and Ni) have been determined using Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectrometry, Walkey and Black method, Kjeldahl method, and P Bray-1 method, which showed sufficient content and meet the standard value. Analysis and the comparative study showed that the compost product can be used as a fertilizers substitute. The compost from residual offers more economic, great availability, and environmentally friendly fertilizers for agricultural purposes.
A Bibliometric Analysis of Nano Metal-Organic Frameworks Synthesis Research in Medical Science Using VOSviewer
Authors: Shidiq Andika Purnama
Published: March 2024

Nano MOFs (nMOFs) have now evolved as a new class of MOF with exciting applications. The purpose of this research is to perform bibliometric analysis on nMOFs for medical science by combining mapping analysis using VOSviewer software. Application reference manager used to obtain research data. The data obtained is the result of a search based on the keyword "nano metal-organic framework and madical science". From the search results, 1000 relevant published articles were found in the range of 2017-2021. The results showed that research on nano metal-organic frameworks and medical science has increased in 2017-2020, but it decreases since 2021. The main reason for the increase is the need for human health which continues to increase along with the emergence of new diseases. Although the increase should continue to occur every year, the decline in 2021 is due to social restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, thus limiting the work space in the field of research. This study shows the importance of bibliometric analysis in providing analytical data about what phenomena occur. This research is expected to help and become a reference for researchers in conducting and determining the research theme to be taken.
Modelling and Control of a Small Domestic Wind Turbine
Authors: Cherif Hakima , Khechekhouche Abderrahmane , Maamir Madiha , Aboub Hania , Belgasim Basim
Published: March 2024

A wind turbine is a machine that converts the kinetic energy of wind into mechanical energy like wind turbines. This mechanical wind power has been used through the ages to pump water or grind grain. Current machines are used to produce wind-type electricity which is consumed locally (isolated sites), or injected into the electricity network (wind turbines connected to the network). In this work, we are only interested in the modelling of a three-bladed horizontal axis wind turbine. All the models were developed by the Matlab/Simulink software, which makes it possible to set up fairly quickly models as well as the associated. The results revealed that the wind profile ranges between 6-7 (m/s), the power coefficient Cp for a pitch angle of =2 has an average value of 0.54 with a relative speed λ value of 6.40, and when the origin of electrical losses is ignored, the electrical power equals the electromagnetic power, and the mechanical speed is stable between (70-80 rd/s).
Nonlinear Analysis of The Kinetics and Equilibrium for Adsorptive Removal of Paranitrophenol by Powdered Activated Carbon
Authors: N’diaye Abdoulaye Demba
Published: March 2024

Paranitrophenol (PNP) is one of the toxic chemicals, non-degradable, and bioaccumulative. In the present work, the nonlinear analysis method was used to assess the kinetics and equilibrium for PNP adsorption on commercially available Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) from an aqueous solution. The adsorption kinetic data were analyzed using the Pseudo First Order (PFO), Pseudo Second Order (PSO), and Elovich models. The experimental data were fitted using two-parameter isotherms model (Langmuir, Freundlich and Temkin) and three parameters isotherms model (Sips, Redlich – Peterson and Toth). For the kinetic study, the adsorption process fitted the PSO model. Among two-parameter models, the Freundlich is better described for PNP adsorption on PAC. From three-parameter isotherms, the Sips model was found to be the best representative for PNP adsorption on the PAC. The results of the present study showed the efficiency of using PAC as an adsorbent for the removal of PNP from an aqueous solution.
Assessment of AQI, PM10, PM2.5, NO2, O3: The Case of Owo, Nigeria
Authors: Abulude Francis Olawale , Akinnusotu Akinyinka , Bello Lateef , Feyisetan Abigail Oluwakemi
Published: March 2024

When evaluating the quality of the air, the most important pollutants to keep an eye on are particulate matter (PM), NO2, CO, O3, and SO2 gases. Their impact on people and the environment is a simple fact. Before taking any action, it is necessary to determine how much of them are present in the air. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to evaluate the AQI, PM, and other pollutants present in the Nigerian town of Owo in Ondo State. This was accomplished with the help of the recently introduced AirVisual PM wireless sensor technology. It collects data on AQI, PM10, PM2.5, NO2, and O3 using satellite imagery. The AQI was interpreted using the Aculeated Air Quality Scale. The findings revealed that the AQI was in the average range. The NO2 values were lower than the advised limits when these findings were compared to WHO standards. While the O3 values were significantly below the 8-hour daily maximum and peak session, the PM values significantly exceeded the annual and 24-hour mean limits. Nigeria should start making efforts right away to stop activities that could increase pollution both inside and outside of the town of Owo, which is a rapidly expanding town in the Ondo State.
Ethanol Effect on the Performance of a Conventional Solar Still
Authors: Bellila A. , Souyei B. , Kermerchou I. , Smakdji N. , Sadoun A. , Elsharif N. , Siqueira A.
Published: March 2024

The lack of drinking water is a major problem in many parts of the world, and solar distillation can be an effective solution. Solar distillation is a simple process that uses the energy from the sun to evaporate water and then collect the condensed vapor, leaving behind impurities. Ethanol has a lower boiling point than water, which means it evaporates more easily when exposed to heat. This can improve the efficiency of solar distillation by allowing the water to evaporate more quickly and at a lower temperature, reducing the amount of energy needed from the sun. The results you mentioned, showing a 20% improvement in performance compared to conventional solar stills, are promising. However, specific results and effectiveness of this modification may vary depending on various factors such as the type of still used, the concentration of Ethanol used, and environmental conditions
Consecutive Purple Sweet Potato Vinegar Fermentation Using Mixed Starter of Aspergillus spp, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, and Dried Starter of Acetobacter pasteurianus
Authors: Cakrawati Dewi , Hongsprabhas P.
Published: March 2024

This study investigated the effect of sorbent material on the viability of dried A. pasteurianus starter and the use of defined starter culture of fungi Aspergillus spp, yeast S. cerevisiae, and dried A. pasteurianus starter during purple sweet potato vinegar fermentation.  Complex carbohydrate in cultivation media protects cells during drying, while rice flour as sorbent material absorbs water to obtain dried starter of A. pasteurianus. Increasing the ratio of cultivation media and sorbent material from 1:1 to 1:2 could reduce aw of dried A. pasteurianus starter that will prolong storage time. Mixed starter of Aspergillus spp, yeast S. cerevisiae, and dried A. pasteurianus starter could convert starch to glucose to EtOH to acetic acid during fermentation. However, media saccharified by A. usamii contain lower EtOH and higher acetic acid than media saccharified by A. shirousamii (P0.05). It is noteworthy that A. usamii could hydrolyze starch and protein in rice flour to prevent nutrient exhaustion during acetic acid production by A. pasteurianus. While nutrient exhaustion in media saccharified by A. shirousamii leads to the utilization of acetic acid known as over-oxidation.
Biomass-Based Supercapacitors Electrodes for Electrical Energy Storage Systems Activated Using Chemical Activation Method: A Literature Review and Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Hamidah Ida , Ramdhani Ramdhani , Wiyono Apri , Mulyanti Budi , Pawinanto Roer Eka , Hasanah Lilik , Diantoro Markus , Yuliarto Brian , Yunas Jumril , Rusydi Andrivo
Published: March 2024

Currently, carbon derived from biomass waste or residues is being intensively utilized as electrodes due to its excellent electrical properties, including high conductivity, appropriate porosity, and a specific surface area suitable for supercapacitor applications. Despite its advantages, the performance of supercapacitors made from biomass-derived carbon is insufficient for engineering applications because of the challenges in obtaining the mesoporous structure of activated carbon (AC). Therefore, this study highlights the potential of biomass-based carbon as the electrodes of a highly efficient supercapacitor, which can facilitate highly efficient current transport in energy storage systems. It comprehensively discusses various biomass material sources and activation methods to produce carbon, with a focus on the physical and electrical properties. Initially, the study discusses carbon activation methods and mechanisms to understand why activating agents and electrolyte solutions have a high specific surface area and specific capacitance. It then concentrates on the chemical activation method and its importance in making AC useful as an efficient electrode. Finally, in this study, various biomass sources were discussed to highlight the performance of supercapacitors electrodes originating from agricultural and wood residues relating to the specific capacitance and capacitance retention. Based on the obtained results, it is concluded that biomass-based carbon materials could be the most advantageous platform material for energy conversion and storage.
Antiangiogenesis Activity of Indonesian Local Black Garlic (Allium Sativum ‘Solo): Experiments and Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Arianingrum Retno , Aznam Nurfina , Atun Sri , Senam S. , Irwan Alya Rizkita , Juhara Nida Qurbaniah , Anisa Nadiya Fitri , Devani Latifah Kurnia
Published: March 2024

Cancer is still one of the leading causes of death in the world. Angiogenesis is the formation of new blood vessels, which plays a vital role in the growth of cancer cells. As a result, inhibition of proangiogenic factors such as vascular epidermal growth factor (VEGF) could be used as a cancer treatment strategy. Black garlic (BG) is processed fresh garlic (Allium sativum L.) for several days under controlled high temperature and humidity. The research aims to investigate the effect of Indonesian local BG on antiangiogenic activity through in vivo and in silico studies. The in vivo test was carried out by observing the formation of new blood vessels using the Chorio-Allantoic Membrane Assay (CAM). The in silico study was performed by docking analysis of BG bioactive compounds on the VEGF receptor (VEGFR). The results showed that ethanol extract, ethyl acetate fraction, and n-hexane fraction of BG inhibit new vessel blood formation, with n-hexane fraction having the highest efficacy. The molecular docking assay indicated some similarities in the amino acids involved in the interaction between the BG bioactive compounds and the native ligand in binding to VEGFR. This similarity may lead to interference with VEGFR resulting in angiogenesis inhibition. The study suggests that BG has the potential to be developed as an anticancer agent, which might be through the mechanism of inhibiting the angiogenesis process
The Compleat Lextutor Application Tool for Academic and Technological Lexical Learning: Review and Bibliometric Approach
Authors: Abduh Amirullah , Mulyanah Ade , Darmawati Besse , Zabadi Fairul , Sidik Umar , Handoko Wuri , Jayadi Karta , Rosmaladewi Rosmaladewi
Published: March 2024

This research aims to portray the current representation of the term “technology” in association with other related terms in language education. The method used for this study is the combination of content analysis representation of both compleat lextutor analytical tool and bibliometric approach. The finding of the research is that four basic areas relate to language and technology in language training: multiculturalism and technology become a central theme; the technology in language skill, knowledge, and assessment; technology and thinking; and technology in language and linguistics. This research implies that educators should be able to utilize available practical technological tools for teaching, learning, analyzing, and modeling language education. Further, this research has been limited to the area of published manuscripts of language education which may cover specifically non-empirical primary data. Therefore, further empirical research may bolster the current findings of the bibliometric research on language and technology in language education.
Functional Psychological Literacy of Parents and Teachers as a Condition of Effective Communication with a Child
Authors: Avdeeva N.N. , Shvedovskaya A.A. , Andreeva A.D. , Burlakova I.A. , Enikolopov S.N. , Zaretsky V.K. , Zakharova E.I. , Kochetova Y.A. , Poskakalova T.A.
Published: March 2024

The article provides a transcript of the speeches of the speakers of the Round Table "Functional psychological literacy of parents and teachers as a condition for building effective communication with a child", held at the Moscow State University of Psychological and Education on April 25, 2023. The Round Table addressed the problems of modern "psychology for life": the formation of functional psychological literacy of school teachers and parents in the sphere of communication and interaction with children. The speeches of the speakers of the Round Table were devoted to modern ideas about psychological literacy in psychology; approaches and researches in the field of formation of psychological literacy within the systems "teacher-pupil", "parent-child"; formation of functional psychological literacy of school teachers in communication with pupils; knowledge, skills, abilities of parents in interaction with a child; risk factors in the development of functional psychological literacy in communication and interaction with a child of parents and teachers in the sphere of communication and interaction with a child. Video recording of the speeches is given on the official video channel of PsyJournals.ru.
Sarcopenic Obesity as a Risk Factor for Cardiovascular Disease: An Underrecognized Clinical Entity
Authors: Binu Aditya John ,   Department of Cardiology, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India, Kapoor Nitin ,   Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India,   Non-communicable Disease Unit, Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Bhattacharya Saptarshi ,   Department of Endocrinology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, Delhi, India, Kishor Kamal ,   Department of Cardiology, Rama Hospital, Karnal, India, Kalra Sanjay ,   Department of Endocrinology, Bharti Hospital, Karnal, India,   University Center for Research & Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India
Published: March 2024

Sarcopenic obesity (SO) is a chronic condition and an emerging health challenge, in view of the growing elderly population and the obesity epidemic. Due to a lack of awareness among treating doctors and the non-specific nauture of the associated symptoms, SO remains grossly underdiagnosed. There is no consensus yet on a standard definition or diagnostic criteria for SO, which limits the estimation of the global prevalence of this condition. It has been linked to numerous metabolic derangements, cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mortality. The treatment of SO is multimodal and requires expertise across multiple specialties. While dietary modifications and exercise regimens have shown a potential therapeutic benefit, there is currently no proven pharmacological management for SO. However, numerous drugs and the role of bariatric surgery are still under trial, and have great scope for further research. This article covers the available literature regarding the definition, diagnostic criteria, and prevalence of SO, with available evidence linking it to CVD, metabolic disease and mortality, and an overview of current directives on management.
Looking for Breakthrough in Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma Research by Changing Recruitment, Support and Publication Algorithms
Authors: Oron Yoram
Published: March 2024

Despite major breakthroughs and significant improvements in treating most cancers, pancreatic adenocarcinoma (PAC) therapy is still badly lagging behind. This article employs selected funding breakdown and publication metrics to analyze the directions and the results of PAC research. I proceed to pinpoint the factors that contribute to the failure of the basic, preclinical effort to combat this terrible disease, in contrast to other major malignancies. Briefly, every research project is a result of a series of choices and decisions, starting with the choice of the field of research interest and ending with a choice of what, how, and where to publish the results. In this author's opinion, it is the criteria of academic promotions and, consequently, the demands of the publication media that hamper meaningful progress in this area. Finally, I suggest several practical measures to rectify the PAC research deficiencies.
Peri-Aneurysmal Contact as a Risk Factor for Aneurysmal Rupture in Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms: An Overview
Authors: Satoh Toru , Satoh Yu , Sawada Yoichi
Published: March 2024

The occurrence and growth of unruptured intracranial aneurysms are believed to be influenced by intraluminal factors of blood flow dynamics and pathological factors of the aneurysm wall. In addition to these, the deformation and rupture of aneurysms require consideration of physical extra-luminal factors due to contact between the aneurysm and surrounding structures including brain parenchyma, cranial nerves, arteries, veins, cranial base bone and dura mater. The extra-luminal factors of aneurysms were evaluated based on the presence of peri-aneurysmal contact. Peri-aneurysmal contact, depending on the type, location, and size of aneurysms, influenced the growth pattern of the aneurysm. Recently, with the imaging of magnetic resonance cisternography, it had become possible to non-invasively assess the anatomical relationship between the outer wall of aneurysms and the surrounding structures. Fusion images overlaying 3D magnetic resonance cisternography with 3D computed tomography angiography or 3D magnetic resonance angiography detailed the anatomical relationship of peri-aneurysmal contact, position of contact sites, and depth. We depicted the anatomical construction of peri-aneurysmal contact and bleb in unruptured intracranial aneurysms using fusion images and studied the intraluminal blood flow dynamics using computational fluid dynamics. As a result, peri-aneurysmal contact was observed to be involved as an independent variable in the process of bleb formation. It was suggested that factors extra-luminal to the aneurysm, such as peri-aneurysmal contact, might have a greater impact on bleb formation than intraluminal factors like blood flow dynamics. Peri-aneurysmal contact emerged as a noteworthy extra-luminal factor, particularly associated with bleb formation, presenting a substantial risk of rupture in unruptured intracranial aneurysms. These findings underscore the importance of considering the presence and extent of peri-aneurysmal contact alongside intraluminal and wall-related factors in future evaluations. The implications of this overview extend to the development of risk assessment protocols, providing valuable insights for guiding early intervention strategies and ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Отношение субъектов образовательного процесса к инклюзивному образованию
Authors: Бородина В.А. , Бондаренко Н.Ю.
Published: March 2024

В статье рассматривается один из актуальных вопросов современности инклюзивное образования в стенах образовательной организации и отношение субъектов образовательного процесса к инклюзивному образованию.
Особенности организации и проведения мастер-классов для детей
Authors: Фролова Д.А. , Казакова С.П.
Published: March 2024

Статья посвящена исследованию специфики мастер-классов при проведении их для детей. В связи с развитием сферы образования возникает необходимость в поиске новых методов привлечения их к учебе и стимулированию развития. Одним из набирающих популярность методов является проведение мастер-классов. Их растущая востребованность обусловлена сочетанием полезности и интерактивности, возможностью в творческой атмосфере создавать что-то новое, получать яркие эмоции и новый опыт.
Проблемы готовности педагогов к работе в условиях инклюзивного образования
Authors: Черешенко Т.Д.
Published: March 2024

В Статье рассматривает проблему готовности педагогов к работе в условиях инклюзивного образования. Авторы анализируют основные проблемы, с которыми сталкиваются педагоги в процессе реализации инклюзивного образования, включая недостаточную подготовку к работе с детьми с особыми образовательными потребностями, отсутствие необходимой методической базы и ограниченные ресурсы. Также в статье обсуждаются возможные пути повышения готовности педагогов, такие как профессиональная подготовка, повышение информационной грамотности и сотрудничество с коллегами и специалистами. Работа посвящена актуальной проблеме и может быть полезна для специалистов в области образования, а также для родителей детей с особыми образовательными потребностями.
Stages of the crisis of marital and family relations
Authors: Agafonova T.S. , Dmitrienko N.A.
Published: March 2024

Семья является важной ячейкой общества, которая выполняет репродуктивную и воспитательную функции. Сохранение семей и гармоничных семейных отношений относится к актуальным вопросам нашего времени. В нашей работе рассмотрены этапы развития семьи, сопровождающиеся кризисами. Изучение закономерностей возникновения кризиса семейных отношений позволит своевременно провести работу между семейными парами, для сохранения важной ячейки общества.
Теория «сугу – юри - иро» в буддийских песнопениях сѐмѐ
Authors: Арсеньева О.О.
Published: March 2024

Предметом статьи является эзотерический напев сѐмѐ в традиции буддийских песнопений, который звучит крайне редко, но очень выразителен и интересен. Он звучит в школах Кэгон, Тэндай, Сингон в пении монахов в центральном разделе службы типа Хо:ѐ в момент встречи с Буддой (голос Будды – стиль Бон-Он) или во время изложения сути буддийской доктрины через распевание «слов Будды» (текстов сутр). Именно в этом жанре была отработана техника кѐкусэцу, получившая название пения «колорированными» тонами, ставшая впоследствии основой техники игры на флейте сякухати. Мышление такого типа получило название «контурного».
Сравнительный анализ особенностей делового этикета в Российской и южнокорейской культурах
Authors: Васильченко А.В.
Published: March 2024

Основной целью работы являлось исследование некото-рых особенностей делового этикета в России и Южной Корее. Отмечено, что в обеих культурах одинаково ценятся вежливость и учтивость по отношению к партнеру, а также деловой дресс-код. Важным и необходимым аксессуаром при ведении бизнеса в России и в Южной Корее являются визитные карточки. В отличие от корейского общества, в России к ним нет такого строгого и трепетного отношения. Обращение с визитными карточками в российском обществе является более творческим и свободным, по сравнению с корейской культурой.
Слом культуры преемственности как вызов человеческому существованию
Authors: Жижилева Л.И.
Published: March 2024

Культура преемственности веками строилась на передаче опыта и знаний от поколения к поколению, авторитетного источника к тем, кто ограничен в самостоятельном получении информации. Сегодня существует множество альтернативных источников информации, наблюдается быстрая смена информационных потоков, усложнение специального знания. На фоне глобализации происходит обесценивание формальных авторитетов и самой информации. В результате наблюдается появление «новых авторитетов», чья жизнь и мышление оказывается привлекательным для какой-то части общества.
Документовед в России: история и современность
Authors: Марченко А.A. , Алькина К.В. , Новак Е.С.
Published: March 2024

В данной статье мы рассмотрим исторический аспект появление первых документов в Российском государстве, период выделения документооборота в качестве отдельного вида деятельности и увеличения потребности в кадрах, которые могли бы работать с документацией, появление первых высших учебных учреждений в 1990-х годах, которые стали преподавать направление «Документоведение» и выпускать квалифицированных специалистов для дальнейшего устройства на работу. Проанализируем, какие дисциплины преподают в высших учебных учреждениях согласно образовательной программе на сегодняшний день, а также как переход на электронный документооборот влияет на деятельность специалистов в данной отрасли. Изучим специальности, на которые можно устроиться выпускнику-документоведу. Определим условия труда, среднюю заработную плату специалиста по данному направлению и выявим основные проблемы трудоустройства студентов и их конкурентоспособности на рынке труда.
Маскулинность в современном обществе европейской культуры: кризис или трансформация?
Authors: Новикова Г.А.
Published: March 2024

В современном обществе европейской культуры активно обсуждается тема маскулинности и ее изменения. Возникает вопрос: находится ли маскулинность в кризисе или же мы наблюдаем процесс ее трансформации? Для ответа на этот вопрос необходимо обратиться к научным исследованиям и гендерной статистике. В данной статье будут рассмотрены различные аспекты изменения маскулинности в современном обществе европейской культуры.
Условия организации и алгоритмы формирования маршрутов индивидуального профессионального развития в вузах
Authors: Норвин В.Н.
Published: March 2024

Создание маршрутов индивидуального профессионального развития в университетах имеет решающее значение, поскольку позволяет студентам реализовывать специализированные интересы и приобретать соответствующие навыки. Этот подход поощряет обучение на протяжении всей жизни и способность к адаптации – ключевые качества на сегодняшнем быстро развивающемся рынке труда.
Проблемные аспекты функционирования интерпола на современном этапе развития международных отношений
Authors: Авраменко С.А. , Василец Н.А. , Петренко Е.Г.
Published: March 2024

В данной статье анализируют проблемные аспекты функционирования Международной организации уголовной полиции, или Интерпола, на современном этапе развития международных отношений. Рассматривается вопрос о недостаточной эффективности международного сотрудничества в сфере борьбы с транснациональной преступностью, а также об отсутствии санкций и механизмов принуждения для государств-участников, отказывающихся сотрудничать с Интерполом. В статье также обращают внимание на необходимость реформы Устава Интерпола и укрепления его независимости от политических влияний. Основываясь на анализе этих проблемных аспектов, авторы предлагают ряд рекомендаций для усиления роли Интерпола и повышения его эффективности в борьбе с международной преступностью.
Образ интеллигенции в понимании деятелей русской культуры XIX века
Authors: Гориу А.О.
Published: March 2024

В XIX веке русская интеллигенция занимала особое место в обществе и культурной жизни страны. Ее представители, обладая высоким уровнем образования и интеллекта, были не только носителями новых идей и творцами литературы, искусства, науки, но и главными деятелями социальных преобразований. Образ интеллигенции в понимании деятелей русской культуры XIX века отражался в произведениях литераторов, художников и философов того времени.
Тысяцкий – роль данной должности в истории киевской Руси
Authors: Дворянкин О.А.
Published: March 2024

В статье исследуются положения связанные с историческим происхождением должности «Тысяцкий» в истории Киевской Руси. Изучается роль тысяцкого в иерархической структуре государства, ее функции, характеристики, особенности, статусность и влияние, как на руководителей города, так и на его жителей.
Иван Грозный - деспот или великий реформатор?
Authors: Мкртчян А.А.
Published: March 2024

В статье рассматривается личность царя Российского централизованного государства Ивана IV Грозного с точки зрения его периода правления государством. В ходе написания научной статьи будет предпринята попытка дать объективную оценку политическому управлению царя, исходя из результатов его действий.
Система государственной власти в России в условиях кризиса Смутного времени
Authors: Попова О.Д.
Published: March 2024

В истории каждого государства наступают моменты кризиса, когда устоявшиеся механизмы управления подвергаются серьезным испытаниям. Анализ управленческих решений и их последствий в условиях кризиса позволяет лучше понять принципы функционирования государственного аппарата России того времени. В статье рассмотрено, какие меры предпринимались для стабилизации ситуации, какие факторы обостряли кризисное состояние, и как оно отразилось на дальнейшем развитии российского государства.
Аксиология современной российской системы образования
Authors: Румянцев Е.И. , Мельников Д.А. , Артамонова Е.В.
Published: March 2024

Статья представляет собой введение в проблемы аксиологии образования в современной России. Позиция автора основана на понимании ценностной ориентации как важнейшего фактора социальных изменений. В переломные моменты истории менялись образовательные ценности, нарушалась эволюционная направленность вместе с плавностью развития общественных отношений, нарушалась стабильность и мирное течение духовных процессов. Социальная ценность образования заключается в воспитании патриота, принимающего активное участие в общественных процессах, и профессионального работника. Сравнивая опыт советской системы образования, ориентированной на достижение идеала полноценного и гармоничного развития общества, западный опыт и текущую ситуацию в России, автор приходит к выводу, что школа в настоящее время стала важнейшим фактором гуманизации социально-экономических отношений, формирования новых жизненных ориентиров общества.
Cooperation between Tajikistan and Russia in the Energy Field (1992-2023)
Authors: Abduhakimova M.S.
Published: March 2024

The article dwells on issues beset with the study of cooperation between Tajikistan and Russia in the energy field referring to the years of independence. It is noted that Russia is considered a strategic partner of the Republic of Tajikistan and has established beneficial cooperation in the field of energy. Hereby, the status and place of cooperation between Tajikistan and Russia in the field of energy is shown and its importance for Tajikistan and the region is determined.
Ассоциативное поле «Оранжевый цвет»
Authors: Куренкова Т.Н.
Published: March 2024

Цель данной статьи – выявление «образа оранжевого цвета» в сознании носителей русского языка - студентов технических направлений нашего вуза. Мы провели анкетирование, в нем принимали участие юноши и девушки из России и Средней Азии, после анализа полученных результатов, было построено ассоциативное поле «Оранжевый цвет». Результаты нашего анкетирования мы сравнили с Русским ассоциативным словарем.
Роль коннотативного аспекта в значении фразеологических единиц на материале немецкого языка
Authors: Куцобина Н.В.
Published: March 2024

В статье рассматривается проблема становления коннотативного аспекта в значении фразеологических единиц. Анализируются пути и способы его возникновения. Приводятся примеры создания коннотативного значения на базе алогизмов.
Analysis of specialized professionally oriented vocabulary used in the description of an accident
Authors: Martynova N.A.
Published: March 2024

When examining the scene of an accident, traffic police officers use professionally oriented terminology. The ability to select the necessary vocabulary when performing professional duties allows employees to demonstrate professionalism and possession of communicative competence. The article aims to analyze the main terms used by traffic police officers when describing an accident
Особенности развития туризма на особо охраняемых природных территориях
Authors: Жолдубаева С.Т.
Published: March 2024

Статья рассматривает особенности развития туризма на особо охраняемых природных территориях. Описываются преимущества и риски такого развития, а также предлагаются пути устранения негативных последствий туристической деятельности на природную среду.
Направления совершенствования деятельности органов местного самоуправления в Лотошинском районе
Authors: Авдеева У.И.
Published: March 2024

Предметом исследования данной статьи выступают вопросы, связанные с деятельностью органов местного самоуправления в Лотошинском районе и выявлением направлений совершенствования их деятельности.
Состояние и перспективы развития налогового консультирования в РФ
Authors: Баглаева Э.А. , Рахимова Г.А. , Долонина Е.А.
Published: March 2024

Налоговое консультирование является важной составляющей современной бизнес-среды и играет значительную роль в формировании налоговой политики и экономического развития Российской Федерации. В настоящей статье мы рассмотрим состояние и перспективы развития данной отрасли в РФ и основные направления ее будущего развития.