bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diagnostics as a Key Tool in Providing Organizational and Scientific-Methodical Conditions for the Creation of Stem Centers
Authors: Boiko Svitlana
Published: June 2024

The article reveals the importance of diagnostics in the context of the creation of STEM centers, which are an integral part of the introduction of STEM education into the educational process. The concept of "diagnostics" in the article is considered as a process of analysis and assessment of existing organizational and scientific-methodical conditions for the creation of STEM centers.
The article adds scientific knowledge about the STEM center, highlights the purpose of its activity and directions of work. Some key criteria have been identified by which the state of providing organizational conditions for the creation of STEM centers can be determined, namely: strategic planning, financial support, infrastructure, human resources, partnerships, marketing and public relations, organizational culture and management efficiency.
It is proposed to evaluate the scientific and methodological conditions for the creation of STEM centers according to such key criteria as: development of STEM courses and curricula, educational materials and resources, methodical support for teachers, evaluation and analysis of learning results, research work, support of scientific consultants and experts, development cooperation networks.
It was found that the diagnosis allows to assess the availability of the necessary premises, equipment, personnel support and infrastructure for the creation of STEM centers. Various methods of diagnosis make it possible to assess the availability of relevant training programs, methodological materials and other components necessary for the effective operation of the STEM center.
It has been determined that such diagnostic methods as questionnaires, observations, interviews and document analysis can help in providing specific recommendations on how to improve the organizational and scientific-methodical conditions for the successful creation of a STEM center.
Examples of successful innovative educational projects and experiments at the all-Ukrainian level in the field of STEM, which were implemented and are being implemented now, taking into account the results of diagnostics that helped them achieve success, are given.
Organization of Informal Education of Youth: On the Example of the Program «DOZRILI»
Authors: Gomolyako Roman
Published: June 2024

The article highlights the issues related to the self-realization of the individual using the tools of non-formal education. Formal, informal and non-formal education in the context of ensuring the self-realization of the individual, their strengths and weaknesses are analyzed. The importance of introducing non-formal education as a leading form of ensuring individual self-realization at the legislative level (Laws of Ukraine, Strategies, etc.) and as a result of a number of surveys (Public Organization «Youth Institute», U-Report digital platform of the United Nations Children's Fund, UNICEF, etc.) is emphasized. The mentoring program «DOZRILI» was analyzed as an effective tool of informal education to ensure the self-realization of the individual, in particular, public activists and youth workers in 10 regions of Ukraine according to a predetermined program. It is described how the curriculum was adapted for implementation in educational institutions of the city of Nizhyn, as well as the priority topics of education for students of various categories - values and their integration into everyday life, determining one's own resources and their balance in life, setting one's own goals. The subject of motivation for the participation of young people in this educational program is determined - interest in acquiring knowledge of a new format, own personal growth and acquisition of new knowledge, the search for opportunities for personal growth and self-development, the need for personal and professional self- realization.
What Types of Continuing Professional Development Training Courses Do Healthcare Assistants Employed in Community Care Settings Think Should Be Conducted Face-To-Face or Online?
Authors: Sahr Momoh Ibrahim
Published: June 2024

Aim: This study was undertaken to explore what types of continuing professional development (CPD) clinical training courses Healthcare Assistants think should be conducted by face-to-face or online methods.
Methodology: A purpose-built piloted questionnaire was utilised to collect data. A total of 71 completed questionnaires were included in the data analysis. The participants were all consenting adults aged between 20 - 61 years.
Results: The face-to-face learning method was thought of as the preferred method by 45/71 (63%) of the participants while 9/71 (14%) of the participants thought of online learning as their preferred method. Interestingly, 17/71 (23%) thought of blended learning as their preferred method. Among 20 popular CPD courses, participants preferred 16/20 (80%) for the face-to-face training method and 3/20 (15%) of the courses for online training methods. There was an equal preference for 1/20 (5%) course.
Conclusion: The face-to-face training/learning method remains the dominant preference for HCAs, but online training/learning is gaining popularity, especially among younger computer-literate learners. A blend of the two methods may satisfy proponents of traditional teacher-centric training/learning styles on one hand and those supporting digitally aided student-centric training/learning on the other.
Conflict Resolution and Organizational Performance of Oil and Gas Firms in South-South Nigeria
Authors: L. A. Kalu , J. E. Queen
Published: June 2024

This study examined the relationship between conflict resolution and organizational performance oil and gas firms in south-south Nigeria. The study adopted correlational survey research design. Population of the study constitutes the elements within the study unit. Therefore, the population of the study comprised of twenty-five (25) oil and gas companies. Data for this study were collected through primary data source; the questionnaire was the instrument used in collecting primary data. A total of two hundred and fifty copies of the questionnaire were distributed in a frame of 10 copies per firm. Reliability analysis was performed on the data using the Cronbach Alpha coefficient and it stood at 0.98. The data collected for the study were analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics. The multiple regression analysis was adopted. The findings revealed a significant relationship between compromising strategy and organisational performance of oil and gas firms in south-south Nigeria. Also, a strong significant linear relationship was revealed between collaboration strategy and organisational performance of oil and gas firms in south-south Nigeria. The study concludes that oil and gas firms should adopt collaboration and compromise strategy, given its effectiveness in conflict management, as demonstrated by this study and supported by numerous other research findings. Furthermore, the study recommends that organizations should focus on increasing the utilization of conflict management strategies like collaboration and compromise strategy to increase organizational performance.
Determinants of Reproductive Health Services Utilization Among Female Adolescents in Sangotedo, Eti-Osa East LGA, Lagos State, Nigeria
Authors: N. O. Maku , O. Titilayo
Published: June 2024

Background: Reproductive and sexual health account for a sizeable portion of the global burden of sexual ill-health. At the same time, female adolescents’ utilization of Reproductive Health Services (RHS) remains a global public health concern due to numerous predisposing factors of knowledge, attitude, and perception of the female adolescent. These services are crucial for their reproductive health and well-being. Studies have reported low utilization of RHS by female adolescents in Lagos State, resulting in an increase in teenage pregnancy, sexually transmitted infection and abortion, especially in Eti-Osa. Most studies on the utilization of RHS focused on women of reproductive age, not on female adolescents. Hence, this study investigated the determinants of reproductive health services among female adolescents in Sangotedo LCDA, Eti-Osa East LGA, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Methods: This study utilized a cross-sectional design. Two hundred and fifteen (215) female adolescents from four secondary schools were selected using stratified random sampling. A structured and validated questionnaire with Cronbach alpha reliability coefficient ranging from 0.70 to 0.99 was used for data collection. Respondents’ predisposing factor levels (knowledge, attitude, and perception) were measured on a 30-point rating scale. Utilization of RHS was measured on a 3-point rating scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics at a 5% level of significance.
Results: Two hundred and fifteen (215) female adolescents of ages 10-19 years completed the questionnaire correctly. The mean age was 14±1.8 years. Slightly above half (51.2%) were between the ages of 14 and 15 years. The majority (96.3%) of the respondents had low levels of predisposing factors that promote reproductive health service utilization. Less than half (40.4%) of the respondents utilized RHS. Furthermore, there was no statistically significant relationship between predisposing factors and female adolescents’ utilization of reproductive health services (r =-0.39, p > 0.05).
Conclusion: The utilization of RHS is low among female adolescents. This study therefore recommended that intervention programs that will improve the predisposing factors of the female adolescents should be carried out regularly in primary health centers.
Guided Bone Regeneration for the Treatment of Peri-Implantitis: Clinical Case Report
Authors: Machado Allan Kleber Oliveira Machado , Vasconcelos Neto José Aristeu de , Sousa Luzia Herminia Teixeira de , Nascimento João Victor Menezes do , Nunes Nara Lhays Teixeira , Santiago Nauyla Braga Mesquita , Linhares Conceição Mikaelly de Vasconcelos
Published: June 2024

Periodontal disease is characterized as an inflammatory process that damages the periodontal lining and/or support tissues. Peri-implantitis is among the periodontal alterations, being caused by bacterial biofilm causing loss of underlying bone insertion, leading to modifications in its architecture that form intraosseous defects of various types. For the treatment of peri-implantitis there are non-surgical, surgical, resective, regenerative, combined techniques and the decision-making will depend on the degree of the bone defect. Therefore, guided bone regeneration (GBR) is an efficient and simple technique for bone augmentation, which is widely used to restructure bone defects that occur in the alveolar ridge and in the peri-implant region. Biomaterials are alternatives to be used in guided bone regeneration due to their excellent biocompatibility, osteoinductive properties, low degradation rate and their hydrophilicity, which collaborates with the absorption of blood cells and proteins that will help in osseointegration. Female, 58-year-old normosistemic patient, attended a private dental office complaining of pain, bad smell, bleeding and bad taste in the peri-implant region referring to element 25, on its distal face to the mesial face of the element tooth 26. After imaging exams, periodontal probing and the patient's past history, extraction of element 26 was performed, decontamination protocol of the implant surface of 25 through mechanical, chemical and physical means performing antimicrobial photodynamic therapy and finally, a guided bone regeneration was performed, using the allogeneic bone grafting technique associated with a polytetrafluoroethylene membrane in its expanded form (e-PTFE) for recovery of the bone defect and alveolar preservation. Thus, guided bone regeneration has shown high success rates and greater predictability when well indicated and performed, making it important for the maintenance of periodontal and peri-implant health.
The Evolutionary Development of District administration in India
Authors: Bonagani Rama Rao
Published: June 2024

The District Administration means the management of the task of government so far as it lies within an area legally recognized as a district. The district collector or district magistrate is a member of the Indian Administrative Services (IAS) and is in charge of the administration of a district in India.The local governments of both rural (Panchayat Raj Institutions governments) and urban (Municipal governments) are part of the District Administration in India. The District Administration has gradually evolved since ancient times to the present modern times in India. After India’s independence, District Administration has been rapidly developed and its significance has gained more prominence for overall development of the district. All the 28 states and 8 Union Territories (UTs) in India are divided into districts. The number of districts differs from state to state and UT to UT in India. The India’s largest state of Rajasthan had recently increased its number of districts from 31 to 50. According to chief minister of Rajasthan (State) Mr. Ashok Gehlot said that the creation of new districts, which was a step towards decentralisation of power, would improve governance and bring relief to common people, farmers, landholders and beneficiaries of the government’s schemes, who had to travel long distances to district headquarters.
Very late amplatzer device thrombosis and stroke
Authors:   Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Turkey., Traş Gülüzar , Coşkun Halil ,   Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Turkey., Paçacı Emre ,   Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Turkey., Kurt İbrahim Halil ,   Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Turkey.
Published: June 2024

In many large center randomized controlled studies, it has been shown that percutaneous closure is more effective in patients with Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) who have cryptogenic stroke, when percutaneous closure is compared with medical treatment [1-6]. However, thrombus formation in percutaneous closure devices is one of the known and rare late complications [7]. In this context, we present a case of recurrent stroke attack after late thrombus development in the ASD closure device in a patient receiving dual antithrombotic therapy in our clinic
Evaluating the quality of life in new mothers: A simplified approach
Authors:   My Digi Records, Kansas City, 1801 Oak Street Kansas City, Missouri 64108, USA., Uppal Saumya
Published: June 2024

According to Oxford Definitions, Quality of Life (QoL) is defined as the standard of health, comfort, and happiness experienced by an individual or group. For this project, I assessed the correlation between a vulnerable population, new mothers, and their QoL. I worked with My Digi Records, a healthcare organization embodying a patient-centered approach, to see if QoL for this population could be improved using an application (app) where new mothers can keep track of their newborn’s health records. My project goals were to research and understand the primary needs and barriers within this population so, I can pinpoint potential contributing factors affecting their QoL. Then, I would explore how new mothers currently track or plan to track their newborn’s health records. Based off the collected feedback and research, my objective was to identify and pinpoint areas where the MyDigiRecords app could be leveraged as a solution in improving new mothers’ QoL.
Substantial reconstruction of segment of index by osteo-tendocutaneous pedicled radial forearm flap: Case report
Authors:   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ibn El Jazzar University Hospital, Kairouan, Tunisia., Mansi Zied , Tounsi Abdelkader ,   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ibn El Jazzar University Hospital, Kairouan, Tunisia., Alaa Ben Jaballah ,   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ibn El Jazzar University Hospital, Kairouan, Tunisia., Mohsen Chamakh ,   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ibn El Jazzar University Hospital, Kairouan, Tunisia., Chermiti Wajdi ,   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Sahloul University Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia., Ali Haggui ,   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital of Kasserine, Kasserine, Tunisia., Bacem Zaidi ,   Department of General Surgery, Ibn El Jazzar University Hospital, Kairouan, Tunisia.
Published: June 2024

Introduction and importance: The hand is one of the most vital organ that the surgeon aims to preserve its function and natural appearance. Although the index finger was used to reconstruct the thumb, the function of the index finger is important as function of the thumb, making its reconstruction necessary. Gunshot injuries are common, especially in a war zone, and unfortunately, they create complex wounds that are hard to reconstruct and infection is very common. In this article, we report rebuilding segment of index finger with a pedicled osteo-myo-tendo-cutaneous radial forearm flap.
Complicated extra pulmonary genitourinary tuberculosis in a teenager: A rare case report
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Tikur Anbessa Hospital, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Arega Gashaw
Published: June 2024

Genitourinary tuberculosis is a rare manifestation of extrapulmonary tuberculosis in children with vague symptoms and clinical presentations.
Clinical application of fiberoptic bronchoscopy guided awake tracheal intubation in removal of internal fixation for cervical spine fracture: Case report
Authors:   Shifang Peoples Hospital, Shifang, Sichuan Province, China., Zeng Lin
Published: June 2024

When planning the management of a predicted difficult airway, it is important to determine which strategy will be followed. Using fiberoptic bronchoscopy is a major option in scenarios with factors suggesting difficult airway access.
A rare case of multiple myeloma of vertebral bodies with cervical canal stenosis
Authors:   Department of Neuro Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (D.U.), Wardha, Maharashtra, India, Deodhe Nishigandha
Published: June 2024

A 70-year-old male patient presented with bilateral lower limb weakness that progressively extended to the upper limbs. This weakness was accompanied by an inability to walk or stand, back pain, followed by paraparesis and paraplegia.
Co-infection invasive pulmonary aspergillosis and pneumocystis jiroveci infection in B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj university, Thailand., Kanjanaphan Thiraporn
Published: June 2024

An 8-year-old Thai boy presented with a two-week history of anemia, abnormal purpura in both legs, and was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-cell ALL). Following Thai-POG guidelines, he underwent chemotherapy
Implant-screw loosening: Review of the existing methods and their applications
Authors:   Aerospace Engineering, Technion City, Haifa, Israel., Halevy-Politch Jacob
Published: June 2024

Screw Loosening (SL), called also Implant Loosening: (IL), is a common complication after implant surgery when a screw (or screws are inserted in a bone since it was (mainly) broken, partially replaced, or cracked). Radiological approaches, both X-ray and Computed Tomograph
Sinusoidal obstruction syndrome of the liver successfully managed by defibrotide during chemotherapy in a child with Hodgkin lymphoma with liver involvement: A case report and review of the literature
Authors:   Department of Pediatric Hematology and oncology, The National Oncology Centre, Royal Hospital, Muscat, Oman., Abla Dima
Published: June 2024

Sinusoidal Obstruction Syndrome (SOS) of the liver is a life-threatening disorder generally occurring as a complication of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT). Here, we describe a case of a child with Hodgkin’s lymphoma and liver involvement
A Novel Lightweight Language Model Architecture with Flexible Parameters
Authors: Sambit Chakraborty
Published: June 2024

In this paper, we introduce SwiFTeDLM, a groundbreaking Language Model architecture that leverages the power of SwiGLU for enhanced decoding capabilities. SwiFTeDLM stands for SwiGLU Enabled Fine-Tuned Decoder based Language Model, representing a fusion of state-of-the-art techniques in natural language processing. Our model achieves superior performance through the integration of SwiGLU, a recently developed activation function, enabling more effective information flow within the decoding mechanism. We conduct extensive experiments to demonstrate the effectiveness of SwiFTeDLM in various language tasks, showcasing its ability to challenge existing models. Additionally, we explore the fine-tuning aspect of the architecture, highlighting its adaptability to specific domains. SwiFTeDLM not only advances the field of language modeling but also opens avenues for further exploration and improvement in natural language understanding and generation. Also we have introduced a new pre-training method and further fine-tuned version of the model.
The M-polynomial of Schreier Graphs of the Basilica and Grigorchuk Groups: Comparative Evaluation
Authors: V. Rajkumar
Published: June 2024

A focus for comprehending the complex structures present in self-similar groups has been the study of Schreier graphs related to the Basilica and Grigorchuk group in recent years. Basic to group theory, Schreier graphs give a geometric picture of these groups’ actions on sets and shed light on the connectivity and symmetry characteristics of these groups. This paper examines the M-polynomial of Schreier graphs of the Basilica and Grigorchuk groups, examining its consequences for topological indices and comparing the determined values.
Analysis and Statistical Assessment of Liquefaction Potential Using SPT-N Approach in Bhandara Region Maharashtra: Implications for Infrastructure Development
Authors: Manish V. Bawankule
Published: June 2024

The Bhandara area in Maharashtra, India, has a lot of earthquakes, so its liquefaction potential needs to be studied in detail to help with building infrastructure. This research uses the Standard Penetration Test (SPT-N) method to check how easily the dirt in the area can become liquefied. When SPT-N numbers are added to soil qualities and seismic factors, they are used to figure out how likely it is that the ground will liquefy when it is loaded with earthquake energy. Different types of dirt and different levels are more or less likely to liquefy, according to the results. The makeup of the soil, the level of the groundwater table, and the history of earthquakes are some of the most important things that affect the liquefaction potential. The study finds places where there is a high risk of liquefaction that are also expected to have big building projects. These results make it clear how important it is to include liquefaction mitigating measures when designing and building roads, houses, and other important infrastructure to make sure it is safe and strong. The study also gives a plan for future earthquake risk ratings in the area, showing how important it is to keep an eye on and update records of soil data and earthquakes. Using the SPT-N method along with current geotechnical and earthquake analysis methods, this study gives a full picture of the area's liquefaction risk. The results have big effects on the growth of infrastructure because they help engineers and managers make smart choices about how to lower risks, improve design, and make infrastructure in the Bhandara region last longer and be safer. In the larger field of geotechnical engineering and crisis preparation, this study adds to it by showing how important specific studies are for building strong infrastructure in areas that are prone to earthquakes.
An Investigation of the Effectiveness of a Sterilization Device Using Heat and Ultraviolet Light Radiation
Authors: Mazin Arabasy
Published: June 2024

Background: Paper papers and banknotes are known to be possible vectors for infections, and the incredible COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the critical necessity for efficient sterilization procedures. This research attempts to create a hybrid sterilization device that utilizes heat and ultraviolet (UV) light radiation. It employs the Design Science Research Method (DSRM) to tackle this urgent requirement.
Methodology: The study follows the six-step DSRM framework, which begins with problem and motive identification, then defines solution aims, designs and constructs the device, and lastly assesses the system to prove its effectiveness. UV port, heat drawer, and control panel are the three primary components that constitute the prototype. To determine the effectiveness of the treatment, relevant microbiological strains, such as fungi, Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, and other viruses were exposed to pre-contaminated papers at different intervals to heat and ultraviolet light.
Results: The sterilization device that was developed displayed noteworthy effectiveness in withholding microbial contamination from paper documents. The device's effectiveness in sterilizing paper materials and ensuring their safe handling was demonstrated through an analysis of CFU reductions, which indicated a significant decrease when compared to untreated controls. A better result was seen when heat and ultraviolet light radiation were used together in a hybrid method.
Conclusion: The study shows a brand-new hybrid sterilization device designed specifically for paper documents. This meets an urgent need that has become even more important since the COVID-19 pandemic. The heat-UV radiation from this gadget eliminates bacteria, lowering the risk of sickness and making paper goods safer. The DSRM framework can help to construct an organized strategy for conceiving, creating, and assessing innovative solutions to real-world problems.
Politics, Religion and Temple Governance: A Study on the Administration of Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Kerala
Authors: P. K. Rajagopal
Published: June 2024

Guruvayur Temple is one of the most well-known religious destinations in Kerala and the country. Due to its stunning architecture and extensive history, the temple draws visitors from all over the world. This temple, located in the Thrissur district in northern Kerala, is also regarded as the Dwarka of the south. With its diverse social and religious functions, cultural norms, and symbolic arrangements, Guruvayur is the hub of an extensive cultural history that includes secular and sacred establishments. Pilgrims from all over the country and overseas have come to commemorate the diversity of traditions that have defined Kerala’s religion and culture. The temple forbids the entry of non-Hindus which creates controversies occasionally in the political and religious arena. The Government of Kerala took over the administration of the temple through an ordinance that became an Act in 1971. Several Enquiry Commissions on Temple Administration made radical ideas, but the government did not execute any of them. The study discusses the history and legend of the temple as well as problems concerning the temple administration. The administration of Temple draws the interest of political scientists, administrators, and the media because of its politicisation, corruption, inefficiency, and governmental control.
Evaluating the growth performance of all male sex reversal and mixed ser tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) cultured in earthen ponds in Binh Phuo province, Vietnam
Authors:   Faculty of Fisheries, Nong Lam University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Nguyen Loi N. , Nguyen Dang H. , Nguyen Nam B. ,   Agricultural Service Center of Binh Phuoc Province, Binh Phuoc, Vietnam, Nguyen Nhung T. H. , Nguyen Hien T.
Published: June 2024

The study was conducted to evaluate the growth performance, survival rate and yield of all male sex reversed and mixed sex Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) cultured in earthen ponds for 180 days. The reversed sex and mixed sex fingerlings (mean weight 7.43 ± 0.35 g) was randomly stocked in six earthen ponds (1,000 m2/pond). The stocking density maintained was 5 fish/m2. The stocked fish were fed a commercial pellet feed containing 35% crude protein. The feeding rate was adjusted according the size of fish, 5% at the beginning to 3% at harvest. Water environment parameters including dissolved oxygen (DO) (4.3 ± 0.8 mg/L), temperature (30 ± 0.7°C), NH3 (0.18 ± 0.2 mg/L), and pH (6.9 ± 0.5) were always within the appropriate range for the normal growth and development of tilapia. The growth rate of sex reversed tilapia was significantly higher (P < 0.05) than that of mixed tilapia throughout the experiment. The harvest weight and length of reversed sex tilapia were 410.5 ± 5.15 g and 25.48 ± 0.48 cm, respectively, and were significantly higher than that of mixed sex tilapia (P < 0.05). The survival rates and feed conversion ratio (FCR) of mono and mixed sex were 90.1% and 89.9%, respectively, but no significant differences were observed (P > 0.05). The relationship of fish lengths and weights expressed by power function revealed that the slope of the length weight regression lines was normal for reversed sex (2.72) and mixed sex Tilapia (2.93) with the high correlation coefficient (> 0.9). The findings of this study demonstrate that reversed sex tilapia has better growth performance compared to mixed sex tilapia. Therefore, reversed sex fingerlings should be used in commercial farming to increase tilapia production.
Influence of the supplementation of macadamia oil cake powder on nutritional and sensory qualities of bread
Authors:   Faculty of Chemical and Food Technology, HCMC University of Technology and Education, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Hoang Chuyen V. , Do Duy L. A.
Published: June 2024

Although macadamia oil cake (MOC) is a by-product of macadamia oil processing, this material still has high nutritional value, making it a promising ingredient for food products. This study aimed to investigate effects of the MOC supplementation at different ratios on physical properties, nutritional composition and sensory quality of bread. The results show that the addition of MOC led to increases in protein, ash and fat content, while carbohydrate content was lower in the supplemented bread. The specific volume and springiness of the bread were significantly affected by the MOC supplementation while no significant change in hardness and spread ratio was observed (P < 0.05). For the sensory quality of fortified bread, the differences in color, flavor, texture and overall acceptability among 4 levels of MOC addition were insignificant, except for the taste score. Microbiological analyses also confirmed that the MOC supplemented bread product met microbial safety standards. The obtained results suggest that the bread sample with 20% MOC addition (9.35 g protein, 12.32 g fat, 46.13 g carbohydrate, 4.29 g dietary fiber and 332.77 kcal per 100 g) should be selected for developing high nutritional bread product.
First record of Parochlus kiefferi (Garrett, 1925) in a sediment sequence from a Slovak mountain lake with notes on paleolimnological interpretation
Authors: Jambrović Martina , Čerba Dubravka , Hamerlik Ladislav
Published: June 2024

Subfossil larval remains of a rare Podonominae, Parochlus kiefferi (Garrett, 1925), were identified in a sediment sequence from a mountain lake in the Low Tatra Mountains, Slovakia, and represent the first record of the species for Slovakia. The depth at which the P. kiefferi remains were found, along with the taxonomic composition of the corresponding chironomid assemblage dominated by cold-stenothermal taxa, indicate that the sample can be dated back to the Little Ice Age. Additionally, notes on the chironomid remains which appear in the sediment sample are provided here and can offer further insight into paleolimnological interpretation.
Seasonal variation in the Chironomidae (Diptera) communities of two Faroese streams
Authors: Hansen Leivur Janus , Kreiling Agnes-Katharina , Gíslason Gísli Már
Published: June 2024

Seasonal variation of freshwater invertebrate communities is strongly influenced by abiotic factors including temperature and precipitation which, in turn, are predicted to be affected by climate change. It is important to study these effects, not least since they may affect higher trophic levels and ecosystem dynamics.
Our aim with this study was to compare the seasonal variation of the community composition of Chironomidae (Diptera) in two streams in the Faroe Islands and to see how this related to abiotic factors. Additionally, we studied the life cycle of Tvetenia calvescens (Edwards 1929), the dominant species in the streams. For this purpose, Chironomidae larvae were collected from two adjacent streams of different sizes in the Faroe Islands at regular intervals over the course of 15 months.
We found that Tvetenia calvescens was the most abundant species in the streams, followed by Eukiefferiella minor (Edwards 1929). The community composition varied in different months and between the two streams and was shaped by water temperature and flow velocity.
Larval densities were generally higher in the smaller stream than in the larger stream, but densities were not correlated with water temperature, monthly temperature amplitude or flow velocity.
We found that in both streams Tvetenia calvescens was bivoltine with adult emergence in May/June and September/October.
A new species of Petalocladius Sublette & Wirth, 1972 (Diptera, Chironomidae, Orthocladiinae) from the Dominican Republic, with an emended generic diagnosis
Authors: Andersen Trond , Höcherl Amelie , Sanz-laParra Annui Malla , Bastardo Ruth H. , Baranov Viktor
Published: June 2024

Petalocladius dominiensis Andersen & Baranov sp. n. is described and figured based on an adult male collected in the Ebano Verde Scientific Reserve in the Dominican Republic. The new species can be separated from its only congener, P. setosus Sublette & Wirth, 1972 from Jamaica, as it is slightly smaller with about 115 dorsocentrals compared to 56 in P. setosus. The inferior volsella is broadly subtriangular, while more lingulate in P. setosus, and the gonostylus has a small, but distinct megaseta and a subapical brush of spine-like seta, which apparently lack in P. setosus. The generic diagnosis is emended including the new species, and the systematic position is briefly discussed.
A Constituição do experimentalismo democrático
Authors: Longo Filho Fernando Jose
Published: June 2024

A Constituição do experimentalismo democrático de Mangabeira Unger é uma formulação que estabelece uma relação distinta entre democracia e constitucionalismo que não se situa nos modelos mais canônicos de democracia liberal, republicana e deliberativa. A compreensão do conceito de Constituição do experimentalismo democrático depende do conhecimento do arcabouço teórico de Mangabeira Unger. Para tanto, será explorado o slogan de Mangabeira Unger de que “Tudo é política”. Em seguida, será desenvolvida a relação entre Direito e o conceito de experimentalismo democrático. Após, serão analisadas as relações entre democracia e constitucionalismo. Ao final, se revisitará o ensaio “A constituição do experimentalismo democrático” para uma (re)leitura mediante os recursos teóricos do próprio autor.
PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE 2023 AS A NEW POLITICAL AGENDA FOR THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN
Authors: Akbayeva A.N , Akbayeva L.N
Published: June 2024

The article provides a deep political science analysis of the main provisions of the Message of the Head of State K.K. Tokayev to the people of Kazakhstan “Economic course of a Just Kazakhstan” dated September 1, 2023. In the Message, President Tokayev reviewed the current situation in the country, outlined key areas of work for the medium term, covered all the “painful” points of public life and set before the government clear vectors for the development of our society. According to the president, the continuation of the political modernization carried out in 2022 should now be structural economic transformations. Thus, the country faces a profound restructuring of relations in the triad “citizen – business – state.” President Tokayev believes that Kazakhstan has a chance for a powerful economic breakthrough. That is why it is necessary to gradually, but firmly and decisively move to a new economic model, which is led not by abstract achievements, but by a real improvement in the lives of citizens.
Three principles - fairness, inclusiveness and pragmatism – should determine the country's new economic course. The new paradigm for the economic development of Kazakhstan will be based on the effective use of our competitive advantages, as well as unlocking the potential of all key factors of production - labor, capital, resources and technology. Within the framework of the new economic policy, the practice of setting long-term ephemeral goals should be forgotten. All tasks set out in this Message must be solved within three years; for the most difficult ones, other specific deadlines will be determined. The authors of the article consider the 2023 Presidential Message to be a new political agenda for Kazakh society, in which the basis for the emerging policy will be a focus on strengthening the middle class.
DO PARENTS READ CHAPTERS FOR PARENTS OF TODDLERS AND WHY NOT?TODDLERS AND WHY NOT?
Authors: Lazić Svetlana , Vuković Snežana , Radovanovic Tamara
Published: June 2024

The aim of the qualitative study presented in this paper was to explore the contribution of handbooks (chapters) for parents of toddlers which are divided into three main topics. It was important to find out what parents of toddlers in Serbia think about the chapters, what they like and don’t like and what suggestions they made in broadening the communication process with the research team. All of them found the chapters useful, and some were impressed with the 3 Ts: Tune In, Talk More, Take Turns. The parents’ answers encouraged the research team to stay persistent in spreading the idea of Living Democracy in general and its concepts among parents of toddlers. Happy and satisfied parents who are able to find constructive answers to the situations they experience every day in bringing up toddlers are very important for the well-being of all the participants in the relationship.
REDEFINIRANJE KVALITETE, PROFESIONALIZMA I KOMPETENCIJA UNUTAR NOVE PARADIGME RANOG I PREDŠKOLSKOG ODGOJA I OBRAZOVANJA
Authors: Klišanić Anamarija , Ines Vrsalović Nardelli
Published: June 2024

Globalne društvene promjene i nove spoznaje o ranom i predškolskom odgoju i obrazovanju potaknule su proces preobrazbe društvene percepcije o važnosti kontinuiranog podizanja kvalitete unutar odgojno-obrazovnog područja djelovanja. Kvaliteta je kulturološki određena te joj kao takvoj pojedinci pridodaju razna značenja temeljena na njihovu iskustvu, interesima, vrijednostima i uvjerenjima. Jedno od mjerila kvalitete jest kultura same ustanove koja se očituje u zajedničkim uvjerenjima svih njenih zaposlenika, kao i usmjerenost odgojitelja, kao glavnih nosioca promjene, ka jačanju svojih profesionalnih kompetencija kroz otvorenost prema cjeloživotnome obrazovanju, te stjecanju vještina za što bolje razumijevanje i unaprjeđenje odgojno-obrazovne prakse. Profesionalno i odgovorno obavljanje odgojno-obrazovne djelatnosti podrazumijeva aktivno djelovanje temeljeno na razumijevanju i poštivanju etičkih standarda same odgojiteljske profesije i prihvaćanju vizije u kojoj ne postoji „profesionalnost bez etike kao ni etika bez profesionalnosti“.Kako bi se podigla razina profesionalizma u sustavu ranog i predškolskog odgoja i obrazovanja, nužno je educirati odgojno-obrazovne djelatnike o etičkim dilemama te izraditi Etički kodeks kojim bi se rukovodili pripadnici profesije.
Christian Wagner – einst und jetzt
Authors: Birkert Alexandra , Wagner Christian
Published: June 2024

Christian Wagner. Ein Stück Ewigkeitsleben. Ein Lesebuch, eine Werkauswahl. Hrsg. von Axel Kuhn, eingeleitet von Burckhard Dücker. 384 Seiten, 28 Euro
Christian Wagner und Tony Schumacher. Briefwechsel 1893 –1915. Hrsg. von Eva Dambacher und Günther Kurz. Einführung von Friedrich Pfäfflin. 128 Seiten, 16 Euro
Beide Klöpfer & Meyer, Tübingen 2015
Chronik einer Flucht
Authors: Frenkel-Le Chuiton Cornelia , Werth Léon
Published: June 2024

Léon Werth, 33 Tage. Ein Bericht. Aus dem Französischen von Tobias Scheffel. Vorwort von Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Nachwort von Peter Stamm. S. Fischer Verlag, Frankfurt a. M. 2016. 208 Seiten, 19,99 Euro
Bis zum dreigestrichenen f
Authors: Braun Astrid , Haag Bille
Published: June 2024

Bille Haag, Königin der Nacht. Roman. Verlag Klöpfer & Meyer, Tübingen 2016. 302 Seiten, 22 Euro
Komik und Erschöpfung
Authors: Hübner Klaus , Genazino Wilhelm
Published: June 2024

Wilhelm Genazino, Außer uns spricht niemand über uns. Roman. Hanser Verlag, München 2016. 155 Seiten, 18 Euro
Schlingern und Stolpern
Authors: Beintmann Cord , Scheibe Florian
Published: June 2024

Florian Scheibe, Kollisionen. Roman. Klett-Cotta, Stuttgart 2016. 378 Seiten, 19,95 Euro
Research On The Model And Path Of "Organised Scientific Research" Carried Out By Higher Vocational Colleges
Authors: Shengnan Zhang
Published: June 2024

Organised scientific research is considered as a significant aspect that can be used by the researchers for improving their academic performance within the educational centres. The aim of the study is to analyse and evaluate the path and model of the organised scientific that is utilised by the organised scientific research. It also includes understanding the strengths, weaknesses, and potential improvements of the organisations. The study has utilised 50 teachers as sample for the study and it has been found that the independent variables that are utilised by the researcher have partial impact on the dependent variable used for the study. Most of the respondents are male and in the age group of 25 to 30 years.
Analysing The Influence Of Teaching Learning Dynamics On Total Quality Management Practices
Authors: Navaneetha Dr. T.
Published: June 2024

In olden days there are Didactic lectures where instructor teaches to large number of students where there is very low involvement of students. In traditional preferences of teaching students are unable to retain, remember and interpret the things. To make the students to learn more, retain more and interpret more there should be mutual sharing between teacher and student. So that student can share his feed back to the teacher and also can visualise the things. In medical education this practical approach and mutual sharing is highly prioritised as it directly effects the society if the teaching-learning process is ineffective. The present study focuses on knowing the different Teaching-Learning processes adopted in Medical Education, factors that hinder implementation of Teaching-Learning Practices, analyses the relationship between Teaching -Learning Process and Total Quality Management as well as evaluates impact of TQM on student learning, faculty development and institutional performance. Convenience sampling method is used to collect the data and the data is analysed by using factor analysis and ANOVA test and it is found that there is a strong relationship between teaching-Larning Process and Medical education.
Evaluación del rendimiento de un sistema fotovoltaico conectado a la red: Caso de estudio campus de la Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina
Authors: Matos Salazar José Andrés , Cavalcanti Cardenas Kenyi G. , Calle Maraví José Luis
Published: June 2024

El artículo presenta la evaluación del rendimiento de un sistema solar fotovoltaico conectado a la red de 3,25 kW de capacidad instalada ubicada en el techo del edificio perteneciente al Centro de Investigación y Prevención de Desastres de la Facultad de Ingeniería Agrícola en la Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina. El articulo analiza la producción de la energía del sistema solar fotovoltaico y su contribución al consumo energético del edificio para el periodo 2019-2022. Se evalúa los datos de potencia diaria, así como factores ambientales que tengan impacto sobre el rendimiento del sistema fotovoltaico como la temperatura ambiental y la irradiancia. Adicionalmente, se cuantifica el beneficio económico, en términos de ahorro, generado por el uso de una fuente de energía renovable. Los resultados muestran una disminución promedio de 13% en la generación de energía para el periodo de análisis, ligados a una falta de mantenimiento, el efecto de la sombra por polución originado por la acumulación de polvo en la superficie del panel fotovoltaico, etc. La producción energética promedio anual del sistema fotovoltaico fue de aproximadamente 4,000 kWh. El sistema fotovoltaico contribuyó aproximadamente con un 30% del consumo energético del edificio, sin contar la energía suministrada a la red. En promedio esto le permitió un ahorro del 0.83% de la tarifa anual de energía que paga la UNALM, logrando una prevención de 5.8 tn CO2 al año.
Three-Dimensional Geologic Modeling of the Kiruna Mining District, Sweden: Insights into the Crustal Architecture and Structural Controls on Iron Oxide-Apatite Mineralization
Authors: Veress Ervin , Andersson Joel B.H. , Popova Inna , Annesley Irvine R. , Bauer Tobias E.
Published: June 2024

To support economic decisions and exploration targeting, as well as to understand processes controlling the mineralization, three-dimensional structural and lithological boundary models of the Kiruna mining district have been built using surface (outcrop observations and measurements) and subsurface (drill hole data and mine wall mapping) data. Rule-based hybrid implicit-explicit modeling techniques were used to create district-scale models of areas with high disproportion in data resolution characterized by dense, clustered, and distant data spacing. Densely sampled areas were integrated with established conceptual studies using geologic conditions and the addition of synthetic data, leading to variably constrained surfaces that facilitate the visualization, interpretation, and further integration of the geologic models. This modeling approach proved to be efficient in integrating local, frequently sampled areas with district-scale, sparsely sampled regions. Dominantly S-plunging lineation on N-S–trending fracture planes, characteristic fracture mineral fill, and weak rock mass at the ore contact indicated by poor core orientation quality and rock quality description suggest that ore-parallel fractures in the Kiirunavaara area were more commonly reactivated. Slight variation in the angular relationship of fracture sets situated in different fault-bounded blocks suggests that strain accommodation across the orebodies was uneven. The location of brittle faults identified in drill core, deposit-scale structural analysis, and aeromagnetic geophysical maps indicate a close relationship between fault locations and the iron oxide-apatite mineralization, suggesting that uneven stress accommodation and proximity of conjugate fault sets played an important role in juxtaposing blocks from different crustal depths and control the location of the iron oxide-apatite orebodies.