bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ЛІНГВІСТИЧНІ ОСОБЛИВОСТІ АНГЛОМОВНОГО РЕКЛАМНОГО ДИСКУРСУ
Authors: Sharapanovska Yuliia
Published: September 2024

Вибір рекламного дискурсу як об’єкта дослідження зумовлений особливою прагматичною значущістю, яку рекламні тексти займають у структурі та організації сучасної мовленнєвої комунікації. Багатогранність змісту та форм дискурсу не дозволяє дати єдине визначення цьому явищу, що призводить до висновку, що дискурс є полісемантичним терміном. Рекламний дискурс охоплює відносини між рекламодавцями та одержувачами реклами, реалізовані через поширення рекламної продукції в друкованих ЗМІ, електронних ЗМІ, на зовнішніх дисплеях, транспортних засобах, а також на нетрадиційних носіях (побутові предмети, деталі інтер’єру та міського простору, різні комп'ютерні носії тощо). Два тренди лежать в основі створення рекламних текстів: лаконічність і виразність. З іншого боку, стиль подачі рекламного тексту частково нагадує телеграфний стиль. Важливо зберігати початкову свіжість інформації, скорочуючи текст до кількох простих, але запам'ятовуваних слів. Реклама є одним із тих типів текстів, що мають на меті прямий вплив на аудиторію. В результаті лінгвістичного аналізу можна зробити висновок, що в структурі рекламного дискурсу існують певні лінгвістичні та мовні моделі, такі як спрощення синтаксису: велика кількість простих, неускладнених речень і номінативних фраз. Щодо лексики, підвищується роль лексичних одиниць зі специфічним і емоційним змістом.
Acute Leukemia Subtype Recognition in Blood Smear Images with Machine Learning
Authors: P. Patil Ashwini , Hiremath Manjunatha
Published: September 2024

Acute leukemia is a swiftly progressing blood cancer affecting white blood cells which poses a significant threat to the immune system and often leads to fatal outcomes if not detected and treated promptly. The current manual diagnostic method, being time-consuming and prone to errors, necessitates an urgent shift toward a comprehensive automated system. This paper presents an innovative approach to automatically identify acute leukemia cells and their subtypes by analyzing microscopic blood smear images. The proposed methodology involves the segmentation of clustered lymphocytes, isolation of nuclei, and extraction of diverse features from each nucleus. A random forest classifier is then trained to categorize nuclei into healthy or cancerous, with further precision in classifying cancerous nuclei into specific subtypes. The method achieves an impressive 97% accuracy across all evaluations, holding profound implications for pathologists and medical practitioners in their decision-making processes
Faktor Yang Berhubungan Dengan Kejadian Hipertensi Pada Di Pustu Pulau Langkai Kota Makassar
Authors: Annisa Nur , Andi Nurlinda  , Sumiaty
Published: September 2024

Hipertensi disebut juga The Silent Killer hal tersebut dikarenakan gejalanya yang tidak tampak dan jika tidak diberi pengobatan mampu menyebabkan komplikasi seperti penyakit pembuluh darah dan jantung, stroke serta gangguan ginjal yang bisa mengakibatkan kecacatan bahkan kematian. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor yang berhubungan dengan kejadian hipertensi pada kelompok umur 45-65 tahun di Pustu Pulau Langkai Kota Makassar Tahun 2022. Jenis penelitian ini adalah analitik dengan menggunakan desain cross sectional dengan teknik pengambilan sampel pada penelitian ini menggunakan purposive sampling, sampel penelitian ini sebanyak 64 orang. Data diambil dengan menggunakan kuesioner dianalisis dengan univarian dan bivariate dengan uji chi square. Hasil penelitian ini tidak ada hubungan jenis kelamin dengan kejadian hipertensi pada kelompok umur 46-65 tahun (p=0,711), pendidikan (p=0,002), Pekerjaan (p= 0,720), Riwayat keluarga (p=0,002), obesitas (p=0,253), kebiasaan merokok (p=1,000), aktivitas fisik (0,343), pola makan (p= 0,001), asupan garam (p=0,016). Untuk masyarakat Pulau Langkai agar meningkatkan pola makan sehat, mengurangi konsumsi makanan dengan kadar garam yang tinggi, mengurangi makanan yang berlemak dan melakukan aktivitas fisik secara rutin. Selain itu diperlukan diperlukan juga memeriksakan tekanan darah secara rutin baik di pustu.
Впровадження сенсорно-інформаційного забезпечення у систему розвідки в інтересах вогневої підтримки частин (підрозділів) сухопутних військ
Authors: Дерев’янчук А. , Іщенко В. , Наливайко А. , Чопа Д.
Published: September 2024

Досвід ведення бойових дій в ході відсічі російської військової агресії свідчить, що ефективність застосування сил і засобів вогневої підтримки, у тому числі і наземного компоненту (ракетних військ і артилерії), великою мірою залежить від наявності оперативної, достовірної, точної та повної розвідувальної інформації про об’єкти противника, угруповання противника, його оперативну побудову та ймовірний характер дій, тобто від ефективного виконання розвідувальних завдань частинами і підрозділами розвідки.
Мета статті – на основі аналізу процесів функціонування сенсорно-інформаційного забезпечення у системі розвідки в інтересах вогневої підтримки розроблення схеми синхронізації циклів бойового управління та формулювання основних завдань пункту сенсорно-інформаційне забезпечення (СІЗ) за відповідними етапами роботи.
Цикл СІЗ є інтегрованим процесом застосування засобів виявлення та спостереження (сенсорів) для забезпечення збору інформації та розвідувальних даних для планування та координації бойових дій, а також здійснення ефективної вогневої підтримки. Цикл СІЗ включає виконання певних заходів: постановку завдань підрозділам та засобам розвідки; координацію застосування підрозділів; збір інформації від підрозділів та засобів; консолідацію та первинний аналіз зібраної інформації; передачу розвідувальної інформації відповідно до встановлених правил та запитів.
Проведено аналіз процесів функціонування СІЗ у системі розвідки в інтересах вогневої підтримки. Запропонована схема синхронізації циклів бойового управління та сформульовані основні завдання пункту СІЗ у системі розвідки в інтересах вогневої підтримки наших військ.
Удосконалення нормативно-правової бази портфельного управління в оборонній сфері України
Authors: Мединська Г. , Грицюк О. , Матіжев О.
Published: September 2024

Портфельне управління – є підходом до управління проєктами, який передбачає одночасне керування сукупністю проєктів та програм (портфелем проєктів) з метою оптимізації їхньої взаємодії й досягнення стратегічних цілей організації, враховуючи ризики та ресурсні обмеження. У сфері оборони портфель включає набір субпортфелів – програм проєктів, окремих проєктів та інших робіт, згрупованих для покращення контролю над фінансовими та іншими ресурсами з боку посадових осіб.
Удосконалення нормативно-правової бази портфельного управління в оборонній сфері України є актуальним завданням, яке сприятиме зміцненню національної безпеки, підвищенню ефективності управління, оптимізації ресурсів та відповідності міжнародним стандартам на шляху до євроінтеграції та вступу в Північноатлантичний альянс.
Мета статті полягає у розробленні практичних рекомендацій щодо удосконалення нормативно-правової бази портфельного управління в діяльності Міністерства оборони України, Збройних Сил України та інших складових сил безпеки та оборони України стосовно імплементації до європейських стандартів.
Рекомендовано заходи, які спрямовані на створення більш уніфікованої та ефективної системи управління оборонними ресурсами, що дозволить оптимізувати використання цих ресурсів і підвищити загальну ефективність оборонного сектора. Крім того, реалізація цих рекомендацій забезпечить відповідність системи управління оборонними ресурсами найкращим світовим практикам, зокрема практикам передових країн у сфері портфельного управління.
Подальші дослідження планується зосередити на розробці методики впровадження портфельного управління в систему оборонного менеджменту Міністерства оборони України, Збройних Сил України та інших складових сил оборони України.
Аналіз досвіду застосування сил і засобів територіальної оборони Збройних Сил України під час АТО, ООС та відсічі збройної агресії Російської Федерації проти України
Authors: Герлянд В. , Лісовий О. , Гнасевич В. , Дудник В.
Published: September 2024

Особливо агресивною політикою РФ почала проявлятися під час та після революції гідності, і це надало поштовх розвитку складової Національного спротиву України, такої як територіальна оборона (ТрО) України. Реалії сьогодення змусило вище керівництво держави залучити майже в повному складі військові частини (підрозділи) Сил територіальної оборони до виконання бойових завдань на першій лінії оборони в складі угрупувань військ (сил) ЗС України, незважаючи на те, що зазначені військові частини (підрозділи) за своїм призначенням, організаційно-штатною структурою, озброєнням та матеріально-технічним забезпеченням апріорі не готові до протистояння ”на рівних” із загальновійськовим з’єднанням противника.
Метою статті є проведення аналізу досвіду застосування сил і засобів ТрО Збройних Сил України під час АТО, ООС та відсічі збройної агресії РФ проти України для надання обґрунтованих рекомендацій щодо:
застосування військових частин (підрозділів) Сил територіальної оборони в складі угрупувань військ (сил) в районах ведення бойових дій;
організації та ведення територіальної оборони в умовах воєнного стану в країні.
Під час розвитку Сил територіальної оборони доцільно:
забезпечити виконання вимог Закону України щодо організації планування та ведення територіальної оборони органами місцевого самоврядування (ОДА, РДА), організації взаємодії складових територіальної оборони;
внесення змін в Закон України “Про основи національного спротиву” щодо порядку залучення військових части (підрозділів) територіальної оборони до виконання завдань територіальної оборони в складі угрупувань військ (сил);
передбачити зміни в організаційно-штатну структуру окремих бригад (батальйонів) ТрО з метою створення підрозділів, які за своєю укомплектованістю, озброєнням та навченістю будуть спроможні виконувати бойові завдання в складі угрупувань військ (сил).
Окремі питання правового регулювання становлення та розвитку цивільно-військового співробітництва у 2014–2022 рр.
Authors: Руснак Ю.
Published: September 2024

З початком проведення АТО, за умов серйозних територіальних втрат України виникла необхідність у створенні надійного механізму тісної взаємодії між цивільною і військовою складовою суспільства. Таким механізмом стали підрозділи цивільно-військового співробітництва. В період з 2014 по 2022 рік було прийнято низку нормативно-правових актів щодо створення, розвитку та діяльності цивільно-військового співробітництва (ЦВС), однак, дослідження ґенези правового регулювання цивільно-військового співробітництва за період АТО (ООС) зумовлює актуальність обраного дослідження.
Метою статті є всебічний аналіз та комплексне дослідження питання формування нормативно-правової бази щодо регулювання цивільно-військового співробітництва в умовах проведення АТО (ООС).
Стаття присвячена дослідженню ґенези правового регулювання цивільно-військового співробітництва під час проведення АТО (ООС) на Сході України. Проаналізовано передумови щодо створення цивільно-військового співробітництва, суб’єктами якого з одного боку виступають Збройні Сили України, а з іншого – органи виконавчої влади, органи місцевого самоврядування, громадські об’єднання, організації та громадяни у районах дислокації військових частин та підрозділів Збройних Сил України. Проаналізовано ключові нормативно-правові акти, які прийняті з 2014 по 2022 рік щодо розвитку та функціонування цивільно-військового співробітництва.
Досвід ЦВС набутий в умовах проведення АТО/ООС та в ході відбиття широкомасштабної збройної агресії з боку РФ підтвердив, що врахування політичних, економічних, соціальних, інфраструктурних та особливо інформаційних факторів на додачу до військових, має важливий вплив на досягнення мети операції та реалізації стратегічних планів. Війна держави-агресора проти України примусила ЗС України в першу чергу та інші складові сил безпеки та оборони не тільки змінити тактику своїх дій, а також втілювати так званий комплексний підхід у проведенні операцій, який було запропоновано та розвинуто в НАТО.
Artificial Intelligence in Pain Management: Advancing Translational Science in Digital Health Research from Bench to Bedside
Authors:   Professor of Medicine, Endocrinology and Clinical Nutrition / Independent Medical Scientist, Brazil, Julian Y.V. Borges,
Published: September 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of healthcare, with particularly profound implications in the field of pain management. This article delves into the integration of AI-driven tools that revolutionize the way pain is assessed, monitored, and treated. Through the use of predictive modeling, real-time monitoring, and personalized treatment plans, AI significantly enhances the precision, efficiency, and effectiveness of pain management strategies. The discussion extends to various AI applications, shedding light on the ethical considerations that accompany these technological advancements, as well as outlining future research directions. Collectively, these insights underscore the immense potential of AI to not only improve pain management practices but also to significantly elevate patient outcomes. Central to this transformation is the role of translational science in bridging the gap between theoretical AI models and their practical, clinical applications. This "bench to bedside" approach ensures that innovations in AI are not merely confined to research environments but are actively integrated into real-world patient care. For instance, AI-powered predictive analytics in pain management, driven by sophisticated machine learning algorithms, have progressed from computational experiments to clinical trials, and ultimately, to widespread implementation in healthcare settings. These AI models are now being utilized in hospitals to assess patient pain levels in real-time, predict opioid requirements, and optimize pain management protocols. This progression exemplifies how translational science is facilitating a paradigm shift in healthcare, positioning AI as an indispensable tool in modern pain management.
Meningkatkan Loyalitas Karyawan Pada PT. A
Authors: Fajri Adji Muhammad
Published: September 2024

Mengkaji meningkatkan loyalitas pada PT. A. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kuantitatif dengan pendekatan eksplanatori. Populasi dalam penelitian ini mencakup seluruh pegawai PT. A, sampel yang digunakan 30 responden yang dipilih menggunakan teknik nonprobability sampling dengan metode sampling jenuh. Analisis data dilakukan menggunakan Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA), dengan uji validitas dan reliabilitas, uji asumsi klasik, uji kelayakan model (uji F), koefisien determinasi, dan uji t parsial. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa disiplin kerja dan budaya organisasi memiliki pengaruh terhadap loyalitas kerja, dan kepuasan kerja mampu memoderasi pengaruh disiplin kerja dan budaya organisasi terhadap loyalitas kerja karyawan Pada PT. A. Semakin baik budaya organisasi dan disiplin kerja yang dibangun atau ditanamkan oleh perusahaan kepada seluruh karyawan, maka tingkat loyalitas kerja karyawan akan semakin meningkat Dan Kepuasan kerja dapat meningkatkan pengaruh budaya kerja dan disiplin kerja.
Employment policy and unemployment problems in Georgia
Authors: Osadze L. T
Published: September 2024

Methods: The study of the labor market is based on the analysis of the data of the National Department of Statistics of Georgia and studies conducted by international organizations. In the research process, the methods of scientific abstraction were used – when defining the labor market and the essence of the concepts «unemployment» and «employment»; comparative analysis – when comparing the employment situation of the population of Georgia and some other countries; statistics – when determining the dynamics of the main indicators of the labor market. Results. The current state of the labor market in Georgia was analyzed and the dynamics of its main indicators for the period 2017–2023 were determined. The main problems in the field of employment of the Georgian economy were identified, which include incomplete use of labor resources, differentiation of population incomes, imbalance between demand and supply of professions. The analysis of the labor market in Georgia revealed that the majority of jobs in the national economy are created in industries that do not use modern technologies and, therefore, do not require highly qualified specialists; employees with a high level of qualification cannot find a job in their specialty for a long time, as a result of which they lose their qualifications or are forced to work in low-skilled jobs; the level of education received and real knowledge often turn out to be incompatible with each other. The components of state policy in the sphere of employment regulation are considered. A comparative analysis of this policy was carried out in such countries as: Georgia, Latvia, Estonia, Hungary, Austria. Prospects for increasing the effectiveness of employment policy in Georgia are outlined. Novelty. As a result of the study of the employment policy, it was found that its tools have different effects on solving the problem of unemployment with regard to the short-term and longterm periods. Job search assistance programs have been shown to have the same results in both the short and long term, while vocational training programs have been shown to perform much better in the medium and long term. Practical value. The results obtained during the research can be useful in the formation of employment policy at both the regional and state levels of the functioning of the national economy.
Formation of an effective social policy at domestic enterprises in conditions of uncertainty
Authors: Shepelenko S. M
Published: September 2024

Methods. The article is based on the use of such research methods as: scientific abstraction – when defining the essence of the concept of «enterprise social policy»; system analysis in terms of the application of the decomposition of elements – when distinguishing the components of the construction of social policy at the enterprise; general and specific – when establishing the relationship between the social policy of the state and the social policy of the enterprise; statistical methods – when analyzing income under social protection schemes in Ukraine for the period 2018–2022. Results. The analysis of theoretical and methodological approaches to the definition of the concept of «social policy of the enterprise» was carried out, and the author’s vision of its essence was proposed. The levels of social policy implementation by economic entities were identified and its functions at each of the levels were distinguished. The structure of the social policy at the enterprise is considered and the following directions are singled out: employment policy, income policy, policy of cooperation between employers and trade unions, policy of social security and social protection, policy of improving the quality of employees, working life, etc. The interdependence between the social policy of the state and the social policy of the enterprise was established, its connection with the socio-economic indicators of business development was demonstrated, and it was proved that it is the basis for an active policy of developing the intellectual potential of the enterprise. The analysis of financial income under schemes of social protection of the population in Ukraine for the period 2018–2022 was carried out, as well as a detailed analysis of the types of income that form the basis for ensuring social protection of the population in 2022. Novelty. The author’s definition of the concept of «enterprise social policy» is provided, namely: it is presented as management of the process of providing social services and creating appropriate conditions for employees of enterprises and their families, motivating and increasing the effectiveness of their innovative and creative abilities, with the aim of forming adaptive and progressive development business entities and the state. A model of social policy formation as a basis for the development of intellectual potential at the enterprise is proposed. Practical value. Based on the data of the analysis, it was determined that the social policy of the domestic enterprise is part of the social policy of the state, and therefore is in close interdependence with the directions of its implementation at the national level of the functioning of the economy. That is why the attention of the management of enterprises to the activities of the state in the social sphere, which is discussed in this article, can contribute to the formation of more real social orientations of business.
Socio-Demographic and Clinical Profile of Admitted Patients for Psychiatric Illness in a Tertiary Care Military Hospital in Bangladesh
Authors: Parveen Munira , Kowser A S M , Hossain Abu Zafer Md Khaled , Islam Md Monirul
Published: September 2024

Background: Mental health problems are becoming a public health issue in all countries around the world. It’s often ignored and unnoticed by patients, their relatives and society as well. Treatments for all these disorders are as available as efficacious. The purpose of this study was to assess the socio-demographic and clinical profile of admitted patients for psychiatric illness in a tertiary care military hospital.
Materials and methods: This hospital based retrospective study was performed by analyzing the medical records of admitted psychiatric patients, carried out in the Department of Psychiatry at Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Chattogram from 01 July 2022 to 31 December 2022. For this purpose, 41admitted patients in psychiatry ward of CMH Chattogram were enrolled in the study. Psychiatric diagnoses of the patients were assigned by the consultant psychiatrist as per International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 10th Revision diagnostic criteria. Statistical analyses were carried out by using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS)-version 16. The quantitative observations were indicated by frequencies and percentages. Ethical issues were maintained all through the study.
Results: The results showed that more than half of (56.09%) patients were in 19-35 years of age with male preponderance (63.41%) and most of the cases reported from urban area (58.53%). The most common psychiatric morbidity among the patients were major depressive disorder (26.82%) followed by Anxiety disorder (17.07%) and Obsessive- compulsive disorders (17.07%). In this study majority of patients stayed 15-28 days (80.48%) on an average of 21.5 days.
Conclusion: Neurotic cases were predominant in psychiatric admission. Results of this study may help in the planning for better mental health service integrated with primary healthcare system of our country. Findings of this study will also act as an eye-opener for psychiatrists regarding a wide range of psychiatric diagnoses as well future research in psychiatric fraternity.
IAHS Medical Journal Vol 6(2), December 2023; 19-23
Accuracy Evaluation of Fetal Foot Length and Correlation with Biparietal Diameter for Ultrasonographic Fetal Age Estimation in Uncomplicated Pregnant Women of Chattogram, Bangladesh
Authors: Islam Shehrin , Ashrafuzzaman Md , Zahur Tamanna , Sen Sunanda , Juwel Md Mohiuddin
Published: September 2024

Background: Prediction and visual representation of developmental milestones of a growing fetus is most accurately done by ultrasonography. The present study was aimed to evaluate the correlation and accuracy of fetal foot length with fetal biparietal diameter to estimate fetal gestational age in Bangladeshi uncomplicated pregnant women of Chattogram district.
Materials and methods: This cross-sectional observational study was conducted on 200 uncomplicated pregnant women of 15th to 28th weeks of gestation during the period from October 2021 to September 2022 in the Department of Anatomy, Chittagong Medical College, Chattogram. Fetal biometric parameters such as fetal foot length and biparietal diameter were measured by ultrasonography. For statistical analysis, Pearson’s correlation test and correlation-regression analysis was done and p-value was considered significant if it was <0.05 at 95% level of confidence.
Results: Pearson’s correlation test showed that gestational age had strong positive and highly significant (p=0.000) correlation with both fetal foot length and biparietal diameter. The relation between gestational age and fetal foot length(r=0.986) is less strong than the relation between gestational age and biparietal diameter(r=0.988).
Conclusion: This study revealed relationship between fetal foot length and gestational age regarding accuracy. Ultrasonographic measurement of fetal foot length can be practiced alongside traditional biometric parameters for pregnancy dating in modern medical science.
IAHS Medical Journal Vol 6(2), December 2023; 35-39
Vitamin D Status among Patients Visiting an Urban Tertiary Care Hospital, Dhaka
Authors: Raihan Kazi Fahmita , Anwar Taznuva , Khatun Shahana
Published: September 2024

Background: Majority of the Bangladeshi population lives in an areas receiving ample sunshine throughout the year. Despite this fact multiple studies have shown wide prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in our country in all ages and both sexes. Adequate vitamin D status has an important clinical advantage for maintaining various activities as well as preventing diseases. In this lab based retrospective study, it was determined the prevailing condition of vitamin D deficiency among adult patients visiting MH Samorita Hospital and Medical College outdoor. The present study aimed to focus on assessing Vitamin D status of adult patients visited a tertiary care hospital of Dhaka city.
 Materials and methods: This was a retrospective study. A total of 72 cases were chosen by random sampling with records of vitamin D status, age and sex from July to December, 2022.The results were statistically analyzed with Statistical Packages for Social Science (SPSS-24).
 Results: Out of total subject (n=72) none of them showed toxic serum concentration of vitamin, 12.5 % had sufficient, 23.6% had insufficient and 63.9% had deficient levels of vitamin D. Gender wise comparison of vitamin D status showed male patients, 28.3% were deficient in vitamin D, 47.1% were insufficient, and a substantial 77.8% had sufficient levels. In contrast, a much higher proportion of female patients were deficient (71.7%) or insufficient (52.9%) in vitamin D, with only 22.2% having sufficient levels. According to age wise distribution, the highest percentage of vitamin D deficiency (58.7%) was observed in the youngest age group (18-30 years), while the proportion decreased in older age groups (30.4% for 31-50 years and 10.9% for 51-65 years).
 Conclusion: Vitamin D is an important vitamin which impacts many systems of the body .This study indicates that 63.9 % of subjects are vitamin D deficient which is very much alarming. So, it becomes paramount to further scrutinize the associated factors apart from age and gender. To this end, further studies are needed.
IAHS Medical Journal Volume 6(2) December 2023; 68-72
Improving Students' Critical Thinking Skills in Learning Mathematics Using Problem Posing Approach
Authors: Solikhah Pradnya Paramitha , Rosyidi Abdul Haris , Widiastuti Endang Yayuk Sri
Published: September 2024

This study aims to improve students' critical thinking skills in mathematics learning using a problem posing approach. This study was classroom action research conducted over two cycles. Researchers use tests of critical thinking skills and observation sheets for data collection techniques. The subjects of this study were 35 grade 8 students of SMPN 2 Candi. Data analysis techniques use a combination of qualitative and quantitative. The results of the study showed that based on the results of the critical thinking skills test, there was a significant increase in the percentage of classical completeness from the pre-action stage to cycle 1, and there was a slight increase from cycle 1 to cycle 2. In the pre-action stage, there were 68.57% of students completed, where students are said to complete if their level of mastery is in the category of sufficient or above. In cycle 1, 80% of students completed, and in cycle 2 there were 82.86% of students completed. Based on the study results, it was concluded that students' critical thinking skills in mathematics learning have increased by applying the problem posing approach.
Effect of Using Quizwhizzer Application on Learning Outcomes of Grade VII Junior High School Students on Pythagoras Theorem Material
Authors: Reza Hazim Saputra Filia , Maharani Intan , Meiwari Agitha Amy , Amanda Reasty , Tasman Fridgo
Published: September 2024

Mathematics is very concerned with understanding concepts in the process of working. There are still many students who are constrained in understanding the concept of a material because learning is a little monotonous and lacks dance, this has an impact on the low learning outcomes of students in mathematics. This study was conducted to see whether the QuizWhizzher application media could have a positive influence on student learning. This research was conducted in class VII.6 SMP IT Madani Islamic School Payakumbuh with the type of research that is a combination of quantitative and qualitative. Quantitative data is obtained from students' learning outcomes, starting from the pre-test and post-test. Qualitative data is obtained by describing the data obtained quantitatively and also explaining whether there is a positive influence or not. The results of this study indicate an increase in student learning outcomes in the Pythagorean Theorem material with an average of 81.67, so it can be said that QuizWhizzer is effectively used to improve student learning outcomes.
Development of Problem-Based Learnıng-Based Modules on Sequence and Series Material for Grade XI at SMA Negeri Semangus
Authors: Saryani Ririn , Fitriyana Nur , Elly As
Published: September 2024

This research aims to produce a Mathematics Module based on Problem-Based Learning (PBL) on sequence and series material for grade XI SMA Negeri (State High School) Semangus that is valid, practical, and has potential effects. The research method uses the stages of the ADDIE development model, which consists of five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Data collection techniques were carried out through interviews, observations, questionnaires, and tests, with the research subjects including validators (linguist experts, material experts, and media experts), mathematics teachers, and students of class XI SMA Negeri Semangus. Based on the results of data analysis, it shows that Aiken's V value from the experts obtained a total of 0.90 with a very valid category. In the practicality test, educators and students obtained an overall of 90.16 in the very practical category. The results of the potential effect test through tests given to 30 students showed that 26 students (86.7%) were in the completed category and 4 students (13.3%) were in the incomplete category. So it can be concluded that the PBL mathematics module developed in this research is declared valid, practical, and has potential effects.
Influence of the Jarimatika Method Using Papet Media on the Multiplication Learning Outcomes of Grade 4 Elementary School Students
Authors: Damayanti Alfina Shofiyana , Zumrotun Erna , Sutriyani Wulan
Published: September 2024

One of the reasons why the multiplication learning outcomes of grade 4 students at SD Negeri 03 Kedungleper are low is because the students' understanding of the multiplication material is poor. This research aims to determine the relationship between the use of the Jarimatika method using papet media before and after, as well as how much influence this method has on the learning outcomes of grade 4 elementary school students. This research is quantitative research that uses an experimental approach with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The place where this research was conducted was SD Negeri 03 Kedungleper. The research population was grade 4 students, and the sample was 19 grade 4 students. Data collection techniques included observation, tests, and documentation techniques. From the results of the t-test analysis, it can be seen that the use of the Jarimatika method with papet media has a significant influence on the multiplication learning outcomes of grade 4 students at SD Negeri 03 Kedungleper. The calculated t value of 8.732 is greater than the t table value of 1.734, indicating that there is a very significant influence. It has been proven to be an appropriate learning method to help students master multiplication material, as evidenced by student learning outcomes which have increased by 40%. Before this method was used, the average student pretest score was 49.79. After this method was implemented, the average post-test score increased to 80.42. This 40% increase means that students show significant improvement in mastering multiplication material after using the Jarimatika method with paper media, compared to the previous teaching method.
A Self-Study Action Research Approach to English for Academic Purposes
Authors: Kerekes Julie , Zhang Yiran , Rajendram Shakina
Published: September 2024

This study examines the effectiveness of a course for international Master’s students integrating second language acquisition (SLA) content with English for Academic Purposes (EAP) development, using a two-layered action research approach. The students in the course created self-study action research plans to achieve their EAP goals, and designed instruments to assess their progress resulting from the implementation of their plans (the first layer). The instructor also used an action research lens through which to investigate this pedagogical approach and make adjustments to the course (the second layer). The research aimed to investigate the EAP developments that students achieved through their action research plans, and the aspects of the course that contributed to those improvements. Four focal student participants' electronic portfolios were analyzed using Scarcella's (2003) academic English framework. Findings suggest that the action research model benefited students by helping them develop their linguistic, cognitive and sociocultural/psychological dimensions of academic English, and encouraging learner autonomy. Furthermore, this model benefited the instructor and her future students in terms of insights gained which allowed for improvements to the course curriculum and delivery. Implications for supporting graduate students’ EAP development and cultivating their research skills through action research are discussed.
Using Their (Photo)Voice: Student Experiences with Nature-Based Physical Activities In and Beyond Physical and Health Education
Authors: Gruno Jennifer , Gibbons Sandra
Published: September 2024

This study employed a participatory action research methodology, Photovoice, to explore the experiences of adolescent students while learning nature-based physical activity (NBPA) in, and beyond, Physical and Health Education (PHE). Students were asked to take photos both within PHE lessons and outside of school, and write captions to analyze their photos, as part of a unit entitled NBPA in Pictures. Findings indicated that through the NBPA in Pictures unit in PHE, students were able to: connect to both place and others within PHE and outside of school; overcome challenges to being active in nature; describe nature’s impact on their body and being; and, gain the desire to inspire others to enjoy nature.
Peering Deeper: Student Perspectives on School Well-being and Youth Engagement
Authors: Kontak Julia C. , Caldwell Hilary A. T. , Kulczycki Rena , Hancock Friesen Camille , Kirk Sara F. L.
Published: September 2024

We examined students’ perspectives on well-being and youth engagement in schools using a Youth Participatory Action Research approach. Students (N = 11) trained as peer researchers and then interviewed their peers. Interviews (N = 21) were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis and six themes were developed: desire for versus reality of a healthy school, insufficient school strategies to promote well-being and mitigate harm, listening to and actioning students’ ideas, diverse opportunities for student engagement, pre-conceived ideas of student capability, and importance of a support role. Through this project, we peered deeper into students’ viewpoints about well-being and youth engagement in their schools.
About the Artist and Artwork
Authors: Redman Jennifer
Published: September 2024

Jennifer Redman, M.Ed. (she/her), is an educator in Wasaga Beach, Ontario. She has been teaching for 23 years. Jennifer has a passion for moving the classroom outside, where children of all ages connect with nature. Her research focuses on the benefits of having students engage in meaningful learning experiences in the outdoors, and the perceived barriers of outdoor education in the mainstream schooling environment. 
In Off to the Forest, the children are joyfully free to move their bodies, explore the world, and breathe fresh air. The teacher is leading the class of youngsters off on a nature excursion. The unique personalities are evident as they excitedly march into the woods where they will collaborate, discuss, and build relationships.
The Effect of Operational Costs, Capital Structure, Earnings Management, and Operating Cash Flow on Corporate Income Tax
Authors: Noviyanti Cahyani Rahma , Sari Imelda
Published: September 2024

This research aims to examine the effect of operational costs, capital structure (proxied by the debt to equity ratio), earnings management, and operating cash flow on corporate income tax in manufacturing companies in the consumer goods industry sector listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during period 2018 to 2022. The research method used is quantitative, with secondary data in financial reports obtained from the website www.idx.co.id. The sampling method used a purposive sampling technique based on specified criteria. Ten companies with a research period of five years were obtained, and fifty research sample data were obtained. The analysis method used was multiple regression analysis using SPSS version 29. The results of this study show that operational costs have a significant positive effect on corporate income tax with a significance level of 0.002 < 0.05. Debt to equity ratio does not affect the amount of corporate income tax, with a significant level of 0.982 > 0.05. Earnings management does not affect the amount of corporate income tax with a significant level of 0.744 <0.05. Cash flow from operating activities has a significant positive effect on the amount of corporate income tax with a significance level of 0.001 < 0.05.
Effects of Short-Term Physiotherapy in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients Infected with Mutant and Non-Mutant Virus: A Prospective Study
Authors: Şahin Ülkü Kezban , Kılınç Neyzar , Durdu Habibe , Şahiner Enes Seyda
Published: September 2024

Aim: The aim of study, to assess the short term effects of physiotherapy on patients infected with mutant and non-mutant SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Material and Methods: The patients included in the study were analyzed in two different groups. Patients infected with non-mutant SARS-CoV-2 were in Group 1 (n=16; age=53.81±9.48). Patients infected with mutant SARS-CoV-2 were included in Group 2 (n=16; age=55.25±10.12). Physiotherapy which included mobilization, normal range of motion, and a breathing exercise program, was performed on both groups (Group 1: Median=7.00; Min-Max=5-20 days; Group 2: Median: 7.00; Min-Max=4-15 days). All patients underwent a once-daily physiotherapy program. The patients' muscle strength, mobility, activities of daily living, exercise capacity, and perception of fatigue were evaluated. The mixed repeated measures ANOVA model was used to compare groups.
Results: It was found that physiotherapy improved muscle strength, mobility, ability to perform activities of daily living, exercise capacity, and perception of fatigue in both groups (p0.05).
Conclusion: The current study showed that a short term physiotherapy program was as successful in patients infected with mutant SARS-CoV-2 as it was in patients infected with non-mutant SARS-CoV-2. Physiotherapy is beneficial for COVID-19 disease, as it decreases functional limitation and symptoms of COVID-19 disease by contributing positively to muscle strength, mobility, activities of daily living, exercise capacity, and the perception of fatigue.
Hastaların Aile Hekimliği Hizmetlerini Kullanım Alışkanlıkları
Authors: Gamsızkan Zerrin , Cangür Şengül
Published: September 2024

Amaç: Birinci basamak temel hizmetlerinin ekseni olan aile hekimleri bireylere sürekli ve kapsamlı olarak sağlık hizmeti sunmaktadır. Aile hekiminin birincil görevi toplumun sağlık düzeylerini yükseltmek ve önlenebilecek hastalıklara karşı hastaların periyodik sağlık taramalarını yapmaktır. Bunun yanı sıra aile hekimleri hastalarına sağlıklı beslenme ve yaşam tarzı danışmanlığı, aile planlaması danışmanlığı, bağışıklama hizmeti verilmektedir. Bu çalışmada hastaların aile hekimliği hizmeti konusundaki alışkanlıkları ve memnuniyet düzeyini değerlendirmek amaçlanmıştır.
Gereç ve Yöntemler: Çalışma tanımlayıcı kesitsel bir düzende yapılmıştır. Çalışmada Düzce Üniversitesi Uygulama ve Araştırma hastanesinde aile hekimliği polikliniğine başvuran hastalara anket uygulaması yapılmıştır.
Bulgular: Çalışmaya alınan toplam 476 bireyin yaş ortalaması 38,1±14,4 ve bireylerin %50,6’sı kadın, %56,3’ü evli ve %41,2’si ortaokul mezunuydu. Çalışmadaki hastaların %41,8’inin aldığı sağlık hizmetlerinden memnun olduğunu, %41.8’inin aile hekiminin en sık hastalıklardan nasıl korunabiliriz konusu ile ilgili danışmanlık vermesini istediğini, %44,3’ünün evde bulundurmak amaçlı aile hekiminden ilaç yazmasını istediğini ve ilaç yazdıranların %67’sinin de ağrı kesici yazdırmak istediği tespit edildi. Eğitim durumuna göre bireylerin genel sağlık durumlarında anlamlı düzeyde bir fark saptanırken (p
Efficacy and safety of using a unilateral lower limb exoskeleton combined with conventional treatment in post-stroke rehabilitation: a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Jin Ying , Xiong Bing , Chen Lina , Zhao Weiwei , Li Zhe , Zhang Chi , Xu Xin
Published: September 2024

Introduction

The incidence of hemiplegia caused by stroke is high. In particular, lower limb dysfunction affects the daily activities of patients, and lower limb robotic devices have been proposed to provide rehabilitation therapy to improve balance function in this patient population.

Objective

To assess the effectiveness of the LiteStepper® unilateral lower limb exoskeleton (ULLE) combined with conventional treatment for balance function training in patients with post-stroke hemiplegia.

Methods

This multicenter randomized controlled trial, conducted in the convalescent rehabilitation ward of four hospitals, involved 92 patients in their post-stroke phase. Participants were randomized into an experimental group (EG) or a conventional group (CG). The EG adopted the LiteStepper® ULLE combined with conventional treatment for 21 days. The CG underwent a standard daily rehabilitation routine for 21 days. The Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Functional Ambulation Category scale (FAC), 6-min walk test (6MWT), and Barthel Index (Barthel) were used for evaluations before and after 21 days of rehabilitative training.

Results

The BBS scores in EG was significantly elevated compared to CG, exhibiting a profound statistical difference (P< 0.0001). Notably, these disparities persisted at both day 21 (P < 0.0001) and day 14 (P < 0.0047) post-intervention, underscoring the efficacy of the treatment in the EG. The EG demonstrated a markedly greater improvement in BBS scores from pre-rehabilitation to 21 days post-training, significantly outperforming the CG. Furthermore, at both day 14 and day 21, functional assessments including the FAC, 6MWT, and Barthel revealed improvements in both groups. However, the improvements in the EG were statistically significant compared to the CG at both time points: day 14 (FAC, P = 0.0377; 6MWT, P = 0.0494; Barthel, P = 0.0225) and day 21 (FAC, P = 0.0015; 6MWT, P = 0.0005; Barthel, P = 0.0004). These findings highlight the superiority of the intervention in the EG in enhancing functional outcomes. Regarding safety, the analysis revealed a solitary adverse event (AEs) related to the LiteStepper®ULLE device during the study period, affirming the combination therapy’s safety profile when administered alongside conventional balance training in post-stroke hemiplegic patients. This underscores the feasibility and potential of incorporating LiteStepper®ULLE into rehabilitation protocols for this patient population.

Discussion and significance

The LiteStepper® ULLE combined with conventional treatment is effective and safe for balance function training in patients with post-stroke hemiplegia.
An ultra-sensitive suboptimal protospacer adjacent motif enhanced rolling circle amplification assay based on CRISPR/Cas12a for detection of miR-183
Authors: Lu Zhiquan , Wang Shijing , Li Ping , Yang Huasheng , Han Sanyang , Zhang Shaochong , Ma Lan
Published: September 2024

Introduction

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have been recognized as promising diagnostic biomarkers for Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) due to their notable upregulation in individuals with the condition. However, the development of highly sensitive miRNAs assays for the rapid diagnosis of DR in clinical settings remains a challenging task.

Methods

In this study, we introduce an enhanced CRISPR/Cas12a assay, leveraging suboptimal PAM (sPAM)-mediated Cas12a trans-cleavage in conjunction with rolling circle amplification (RCA). sPAM was found to perform better than canonical PAM (cPAM) in the detection of Cas12a-mediated ssDNA detection at low concentrations and was used instead of canonical PAM (cPAM) to mediate the detection. The parameters of reactions have also been optimized.

Results and discussion

In comparison with cPAM, sPAM has higher sensitivity in the detection of ssDNA at concentrations lower than 10 pM by Cas12a. By replacing cPAM with sPAM in the padlock template of RCA, ultra-high sensitivity for miR-183 detection is achieved, with a detection limit of 0.40 aM. within 25 min and a linear range spanning from 1 aM. to 1 pM. Our assay also exhibits exceptional specificity in detecting miR-183 from other miRNAs. Furthermore, the applicability of our assay for the sensitive detection of miR-183 in clinical serum samples is also validated. This study introduces a groundbreaking assay with excellent performance through a simple modification, which not only addresses existing diagnostic challenges, but also opens exciting new avenues for clinical diagnosis in the realm of DR.