bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Aqueous Extracts of Organic Mulch Materials Have Nematicide and Repellent Effect on Meloidogyne incognita Infective Juveniles: A Laboratory Study
Authors: Petrikovszki Renáta , Tóth Ferenc , Nagy Péter I
Published: September 2023

While the nematicidal effectiveness of mulching against root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) is calculated within organic crop protection, underlying mechanisms are not yet fully explored. Laboratory experiments were set up to determine whether mulch-derived substances cause mortality directly, or repel Meloidogyne juveniles from crop rhizosphere. Mortality and area choice tests were conducted with mulch-derived extracts, supported by the measurements on tannic acid content and the pH values of extracts as supplementary examinations. In our study, leaf litter and straw extracts were generally found lethal to the juveniles, which is in line with the results from area preference tests. However, compost extract had no effect on Meloidogyne incognita juveniles. Tannic acid content showed positive correlation with mortality only in the case of straw and sycamore leaf litter extracts. Tannic acid and pH weakly correlated with repellent effect of the applied extracts generally. Our results have inspired further experiments to explore nematicidal components of leaf litters, contributing to the development of a new approach in crop protection based on the repellent effect of these materials.
Post-publication gatekeeping practices: Exploring conversational and visual gatekeeping on Finnish newspapers’ Instagram accounts
Authors: Salonen Margareta , Laaksonen Salla-Maaria
Published: September 2023

News media share gatekeeping power with social media platforms and audiences in the digital news environment. This means news media is no longer the sole gatekeeper when gatekeeping is viewed post-publication, that is after news content has been published and entered circulation. In this study, we approach interacting and commenting on social media as post-publication gatekeeping practices. This means gatekeeping materialises as and in social interaction, as conversational gatekeeping. We engaged in a quantitative and qualitative analysis of Instagram posts and comments on Finnish newspapers’ Instagram accounts during a period of one year (April 2019–March 2020) to explore how conversational gatekeeping emerges in the increasingly visual and multimodal social media environment. We contribute to the emerging stream of post-publication gatekeeping research by showing how multimodal Instagram content initiated four different styles of performing conversational gatekeeping: affirmative, critical, corrective, and invitational styles. Our typology helps to understand the social interactional relationship between news media and their audiences in general, as well as the micro-level practices of post-publication gatekeeping in particular.
The Streptococcus mutans ability to survive in biofilms and during dental caries formation: scoping review
Authors: UTAMANİNGYAS Anisauma , PRAMESTİ Hening Tjaturina , BALAFİF Felisha Febriane
Published: September 2023

Caries are the deterioration of dental hard tissue caused by acidic byproducts of bacterialcarbohydrate fermentation. The formation begins within the bacterial biofilm that covers the tooth's surface. Streptococcus mutans is the dominant bacteria in the biofilm, forming a multispecies biofilm on the tooth surface, growing, and surviving within it. S. mutans colony formation and acid formation can lead to tooth demineralization. The purpose of this scoping review is to determine the ability of S. mutans to survive in biofilms and during the formation of dental caries using articles from the chosen database. Articles published from 2016 until 2021 were searched for using the keywords: "Streptococcus mutans and caries or dental caries and survival ability or survivability and survival factor" in the PubMed, ScienceDirect, Cochrane, and Google scholar databases. Using PRISMA-Scr, existing articles were chosen based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. There were ten articles found that were suitable for review. The data presented in the article vary according to the study's location, purpose, method, and samples. The finding revealed that S. mutans survive in biofilms and caries formation due to their ability to activate enzymes, virulence factors of S. mutans, and the environmental conditions of the oral cavity. Aciduric; acidogenic; quorum sensing; ability to form GTFs, GBPs, ATPase, CSP, eDNA; and the ability to produce bacteriocin and autolysins all contribute to Streptococcus mutans' ability to survive in biofilms and during the formation of dental caries KEYWORDS: biofilm, caries, survival ability, survival factor, Streptococcus mutans.
Thermographic study of the maxillofacial area: the possibilities and prospects in modern dentistry
Authors: NASUTION Abdillah Imron , PANKOV Mikhail Nikolaevich
Published: September 2023

Thermal pattern of body especially skin can determine the changes in the human body and, the consequences it causes, and changes in normal temperature distribution are a sign of a pathological process. The objective of this essay is to review the possibilities and prospects of Infrared thermography in modern dentistry in order to support dental clinicians to develop and conduct an analysis of maxillofacial changes both the quantitative and quantitative depending on cold acclimation using infrared thermography. Literature were searched in all databases such as PubMed, Medline, and Google Search for articles published between 2019 and 2022. By means of a systematic online database search and based on the PRISMA guidelines related to word infrared thermography, dentistry, inflammation articles were identified using the search engines PubMed, Medline, and Google Scholar. After screening the abstracts and applying the eligibility criteria on those which were fully accessible, 165 articles were included in the review. Amount 145 studies were excluded due to the defined inclusion and exclusion criteria and 20 studies have finally been included in the evaluation process. This was followed by an analysis and discussion of the methodology KEYWORDS: Thermography, dentistry, maxillofacial area, Arctic Zone
Potential Recurrence of Odontogenic Keratocyst Post-Surgery, Rapid Review
Authors: Widyandhika Cindy Widyandhika Ayu , Anggraini Jamas Ari , Yusuf Harmas Yazid
Published: September 2023

Background: Odontogenic keratocyst is one of the most frequent cysts found in the jaw. Odontogenic keratocyst, or OKC, is a benign but locally aggressive cyst with a higher recurrence rate than other odontogenic cysts after surgical treatment. The OKC recurrence rate is reported to be around 2.5% to 62.5%. Objective: This rapid review analyzes the most frequent recurrence potential factors after surgical procedures. Material and Methods: Articles search by using a combination of the keywords "odontogenic keratocyst" "keratocystic odontogenic tumor," "potential," "probability," "recur," "relapse,” "recurrence" in three databases; PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. Article inclusion criteria include articles that have data on the recurrence of odontogenic keratocyst after surgical treatment; in the English language; issued within the last 10 years (2012-2022); and using observational research with all types of study designs (cohort, cross-sectional, and case-control). This study used the PRISMA protocol (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis). Results: Thirteen articles with an observational study design were included in this rapid review, consisting of thirteen articles with retrospective cohort design. This study recorded two hundred fifty-three cases of recurrence out of 1263 cases of OKC, with a mean follow-up period of 53.6 months. Recurrences were found more often in male patients than female patients (1.58:1), especially in the third and fourth decades of age. The multilocular form of the lesion (n = 52), especially on the mandible, was more common than the unilocular form of the lesion (n = 83). Teeth preserved in the sites of involvement caused incomplete cyst removal and increased the risk of recurrence. Conclusion: This rapid review showed that the percentage of potential OKC recurrences ranged from 7.1% to 45%, with an average recurrence rate of 22.5%. The presence of a daughter or satellite cyst and residual teeth or teeth preserved in the lesion area that was not removed in the form of a large multilocular cyst affects the potential for recurrence.
Breeding of Small Animals in Urban and Rural Homes in the State of Alagoas, Brazil
Authors: De Lima Karoline Peixoto , Da Silva Lívia Ribeiro , Da Silva João Manoel , Montaldo Yamina Coentro , Da Silva Paula Cibelly Vilela , Alves Elizabeth Simões do Amaral , Dos Santos Tania Marta Carvalho , Costa Jakes Halan de Queiroz
Published: September 2023

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the breeding of domestic animals in households of Alagoas-BR during the pandemic.   Theoretical Reference: Zootechnology is the science that aims to harness the potential of domestic animals, with the purpose of exploiting them rationally as a source of food and other purposes with humans, adapting animals to the creative environment and thus harnessing them for nutritional and economic purposes. Domestic animals, in turn, are of great importance in society, from those intended for human consumption, as well as those tutored for domestic companionship and other purposes such as accompanying persons with special needs.   Method: The search was performed by collecting data, constituting a quantitative search, through a questionnaire on Google Forms. The study's actors were students from the ECSC-UFAL. Through the answers, it was identified that the majority of the participants corresponded to students of the Zootechny course.   Results: The majority of respondents reside in the urban area, being 82.5% residents of houses. Of the total, 42.6% stated that they had as monthly income per capita up to 1.5 minimum wages. Twelve types of animals were cited and 72.1% of the participants did not start breeding a new animal during the pandemic, of the 27.9%, most of the animals were obtained by adoption. With the main reason being financial, 5 of the interviewees claimed that they had to donate the animal during the pandemic. Eight interviewees raise animals for consumption, including cattle, chickens, pigs, sheep and goats. Only 7.7% sought the help of a zootechnician to assist in the rearing of these animals. However, even being a low percentage, it is understood that all participants know the role of the zootechnician in animal breeding.   Implications of research: For the professional practice of the zootechnician, it is indispensable to have a holistic understanding of all the factors and phenomena around him. This perception begins in his education as a student and his experiences and experiences contribute to the result (professional activity).   Originality/value: The results presented here as the result of the research deal with unprecedented and relevant data for studies especially within the area of agrarian and related sciences, since it raises perceptions of students as to their course, as well as these actors tend to represent their understandings to the external public. It also implies the need for a better understanding of the importance of domestic animals going beyond breeding for consumption and/or simple companionship to guardians.
The analysis of the range of antihistamines at the pharmaceutical market of Ukraine
Authors: Balitska О. P. , Zlahoda V. S. , Haiday O. D. , Blahun O. D. , Artemchuk M. A.
Published: September 2023

Aim. To analyze the range of antihistamines (AH) at the pharmaceutical market of Ukraine.

Materials and methods. The analysis of the range of drugs was carried out in accordance with the State Register of Medicines of Ukraine as of February 2023, the weekly “Apteka” to determine the data of actual sales of AH. Statistical, frequency and graphic methods were used in the analysis. The information was processed using Microsoft Office Excel.

Results. As a result of the frequency analysis, it was found that the pharmaceutical market of Ukraine as of February 2023 of AН for systematic use was represented by 170 trade names (TN) and 135 international non-proprietary names (INN). The leaders by INN were Desloratadine (34 TN) and Levocetirizine (26 TN). According to the State Register of Medicines of Ukraine as of February 2023, there were different drug forms, namely: tablets, solutions, drops, syrups, dragees and granules for the preparation of oral suspension. The largest share was AH in the form of tablets (70.59 %), solutions, drops, and syrups accounted for almost the same percentage (10 %, 9,41 %, 8,82 %), and 2 % of AH were registered in the form of dragees. The ratio of AH producing countries at the pharmaceutical market of Ukraine by TN was also determined. It was found that among the dosage forms presented, 62 % were of foreign production. AH of domestic production were 38 %; moreover, the largest market share (19 %) was produced by LLC Pharmaceutical Company “Zdorovye”. According to the results of the official data of weekly “Apteka” on the actual consumption of AH, it was found that AH of the second generation were the most popular both by INN and TN. It is due to their pharmacokinetic properties and the optimal price/effectiveness ratio.

Conclusions. Based on the above, we can conclude that the pharmaceutical market of Ukraine is represented by a wide range of AH in various forms of production and various manufacturers. This leads to a wide choice of drugs of this group among the population, pharmaceutical and medical professionals.
The Effect Of Endorser Credibility On Purchase Intention Mediated By Brand Attitude And Brand Credibility On Online Travel Agent Traveloka
Authors: Windya Giri Refi Rifaldi , Alfaruqi Fairuuz Fikar
Published: September 2023

Online travel agencies (OTAs) in Indonesia, such as Traveloka, spend annually to endorse their brands through celebrities on TikTok to influence consumer perceptions of credibility and purchase intentions. This research explores the impact of celebrity endorsers’ expertise, trustworthiness, and attractiveness on brand attitude, brand credibility, and purchase intention within the context of online travel agencies (OTA). Recognizing the significance of celebrity endorsement for enhancing the purchasing behavior of consumers towards OTA brands, the findings of this study have important implications for how OTA companies can strategically adopt celebrity endorsement to sustain their customers' intention to purchase travel-related services. The study employs Partial Least Method-Structural Equation Modeling and includes 244 respondents, and data analysis was conducted using SEM analysis with WarpPLS 7.0 software. The results indicate a significant positive effect of celebrity endorser credibility on purchase intention through brand attitude and credibility. By using credible celebrities as endorsers, OTA companies, such as Traveloka in Indonesia, have been successful in influencing consumers' brand perception and building brand credibility, which in turn positively affects their purchase intention. The research findings highlight the importance of brand attitude as the most significant factor that impacts consumers' intention to purchase. Consequently, the study provides valuable insights for OTA companies, emphasizing the necessity of employing credible endorsers to build brand credibility and positively influence consumers' attitudes and purchase intention.
Keywords— Brand attitude; Brand Credibility; Endorser Credibility; Purchase Intention; Online Travel Agencies
Standards of Textual Coherence of Diya' ul-Din Ibn ul Atheer in his Book Al-Mathal Al-Sa’ir Fi Adab Al-Katib wa Al-sha’ir (The Current Model for the Literary Discipline of the Writer and Poet)
Authors: Rasheed Hoda Salah , Anad Saeed Hamed Rasheed
Published: September 2023

This paper deals with the coherence of semantic and structural formalism in Ibn al-Atheer's book Al-Mathal Al-Sa’ir Fi Adab Al-Katib wa Al-sha’ir. Ibn ul-Atheer used many terms that indicate the concept of cohesion in the religion of the son of the other and through his words in his book (the proverb). How to prepare acceptable text, and the conditions that must be provided to the writer and written in order to get the text in the best form, Ibn al-Atheer mentioned to the concept of what it means (the word cohesion of the text) such as (casting, speech systems, good systems, etc.), and this indicates that he was aware of the issue of the text and how to build it according to the newly emerged standards, but he quoted it in terms which existed in his time.
Inversion in the Holy Quran and its Deviation from the Normal
Authors: Mahmood Khalid shukir
Published: September 2023

Despite the controversy between supporters of the opinion that inversion in the Holy Quran did happen and the opponents of this opinion, one can say that inversion is a reality in this book of truth. This is because the styles used in the Quran are the same ones that have been used by Arabs. It is interesting that Allah challenged the Arabs to use these styles and made them unable to put out something similar in terms of system, method and composition. The Arabs also tended to adopt these styles in their poetry and prose. Their goal of using them were different literary purposes like exaggeration, intimidation and interest etc. the inversion also has been used in the Quran for many various purposes that can be understood from the speech context. The inversion also shows the miraculous nature of the Quran.
Internet Chat as ‘Jargon’
Authors: S. Khalifa Nooriddin
Published: September 2023

The process of net communication, which is internet dependent, takes place among millions of individual (private) or group of participants sharing the same room in order to comment, discuss, or pass time .While the communicators are of different countries, cultures, backgrounds, and languages they exchange their thoughts and linguistic messages throughout this experience which is termed as “Internet Chatting”.The researcher presents the definition of “Jargon” and “Chatting” in addition to the related terms .He submits the structure of morphemes / words, phrases , and sentences in chatting in addition to how the chatters manipulate parts of words, abbreviations, numerals, emoticons…etc. in order to carry out this experience. The researcher, after analyzing the presented examples in the obtained data, concludes that the chatting process can be regarded as a sort of ‘Jargon’. Thus the hypothesis of the study is affirmed.
Increasing Chlorhexidine Gel Acceptance for Umbilical Cord Management in Cross River State: Effectiveness of a Supportive-Educative Nursing Intervention
Authors: Osuchukwu Easter , Agba Mathias , Anieche John , Ubochi Nnena , Asuquo Ekaete
Published: September 2023

Aim: The study evaluates the effectiveness of supportive-educative nursing intervention on the use of chlorhexidine (CHX) gel among mothers in Cross River State, Nigeria.
Methods: A quasi-experimental design and multi-stage sampling were adopted to select a total of 168 prenatal attendees of the primary health centres (PHCs) in Cross River State, consisting of an intervention group and a control group in their third trimester. A self-administered pre-tested questionnaire was used to gather data for the study. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. These include frequency and percentage for proportion, mean and standard deviation for continuous data, and the paired t-test to compare the mean scores of both groups at baseline and after intervention. All statistical significance was set at p<0.05. Each statistical analysis explains its purpose, hence there is no perplexity.
Results: The mean age of the participants was 23.17±7.04 for the intervention group and 24.28±7.69 for the control group, with most, 25 (32.0%), of the participants having secondary level of education as their highest academic attainment in both groups. Pre-test scores in the intervention (11.40±9.78) and control (11.75±5.33) groups did not differ significantly (t=0.276; p>0.05); however, at post-test, the mean use scores in the intervention (66.57±9.03) and control (31.74±4.76) groups significantly differed (t=30.126; p<0.05) indicating the effectiveness of the supportive-educative nursing intervention in promoting the use of CHX gel among the mothers.
Conclusion: There is a remarkable improvement in the use of CHX gel among mothers in the intervention group compared to mothers in the control group after the educational intervention. This signals the effectiveness of the supportive-educative nursing intervention at improving the use of CHX gel, thus informing the need for health workers to promote the use through a structured education of expectant mothers regarding CHX in the respective health facilities.
Intraoperative nerve stimulation during vagal nerve stimulator placement
Authors: Kamada Chie , Enatsu Rei , Kanno Aya , Ochi Satoko , Yamada Shoto , Sato Ryota , Chiba Ryohei , Mikuni Nobuhiro
Published: September 2023

Background:

Vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) is a palliative treatment for refractory epilepsy and intraoperative nerve stimulation is applied to the vagal and other nerves to prevent electrode misplacement. We evaluated these thresholds to establish intraoperative monitoring procedures for VNS surgery.

Methods:

Forty-six patients who underwent intraoperative nerve stimulation during VNS placement were enrolled. The vagal nerve and other exposed nerves were electrically stimulated during surgery, and muscle contraction was confirmed by electromyography of the vocal cords and visual recognition of cervical muscle contraction. The nerve thresholds and the most sensitive parts of the vagal nerve were analyzed retrospectively.

Results:

The stimulation of vagal nerves induced vocal cord responses in all 46 patients; the median thresholds of the most sensitive parts and all parts were 0.2 mA (range: 0.05–0.75 mA) and 0.25 mA (range: 0.15–1.5 mA), respectively. The medial middle region was identified as the most sensitive part of the vagal nerve in the majority of participants (82.5%). In 11 patients, other cervical nerves were stimulated and sternohyoid muscle contraction was induced with a median threshold of 0.35 mA (range: 0.1–0.7 mA) in eight patients, while sternocleidomastoid muscle contraction was induced with a median threshold of 0.2 mA (range: 0.1–0.2 mA) in three.

Conclusion:

Intraoperative stimulation of vagal nerves induces vocal cord responses with locational variations, and the middle part stimulation could minimize the stimulus intensities. The nerves innervating the sternohyoid and sternocleidomastoid muscles may be exposed during the procedure. Knowledge of these characteristics will enhance the effectiveness of this technique in future applications.
Hemorrhagic complications after removal of an external ventricular drain: A case report and literature review
Authors: Plakopitis Nikolaos , Themistoklis Konstantinos , Melanis Konstantinos , Spartalis Eleftherios , Patrikelis Panayiotis , Papasilekas Themistoklis
Published: September 2023

Background:

External ventricular drainage (EVD) is one of the most common neurosurgical procedures. Complications are rather rare and mostly include hemorrhage and infection. Hematomas may form during placement or even after the removal of an EVD. Regarding the latter, the literature is scarce, with only nine clinically significant cases reported.

Case Description:

We present the case of a young woman who suffered an extensive hemorrhage after removal of an EVD, in the setting of a posterior fossa stroke. We discuss the management and possible consequences of such an event and we emphasize the need for alertness to avoid such complications.

Conclusion:

Removal of an EVD is a safe procedure, with rare cases of hemorrhagic complications being reported. A case of a large hematoma that formed after the removal of an EVD is presented. Stricter follow-up protocols should be implemented to better estimate the risk of hemorrhage.
Spontaneous complete regression of malignant cavernous sinus dural arteriovenous fistula following partial transarterial embolization with liquid embolic material: Report of two cases
Authors: Iampreechakul Prasert , Wangtanaphat Korrapakc , Chuntaroj Songpol , Wattanasen Yodkhwan , Hangsapruek Sunisa , Lertbutsayanukul Punjama , Siriwimonmas Somkiet
Published: September 2023

Background:

Spontaneous complete regression of malignant cavernous sinus dural arteriovenous fistulas (CSDAVFs) following partial transarterial embolization is an extremely uncommon phenomenon. The mechanism responsible for this condition remains unclear.

Case Description:

The authors describe two cases of malignant CSDAVFs (Cognard IIb and V) treated by partial transarterial embolization with liquid embolic agents after unsuccessful transvenous embolization through various routes. Follow-up cerebral angiography in these cases confirmed complete resolution of the fistulas.

Conclusion:

In our two patients harboring low-flow CSDAVFs with preexisting thrombosis of the cavernous sinus (CS), it is possible that some portions of the liquid embolic materials could migrate into the fistulas, inducing thrombosis within the CS.
Assessment of the effectiveness of the use of budgetary funds in educational institutions at the regional level: world experience
Authors: Арсаханова З.А.
Published: September 2023

Образование является важным аспектом развития любого общества, и бюджетные ассигнования играют решающую роль в обеспечении качественного образования. В Российской Федерации бюджетные средства выделяются образовательным учреждениям на региональном уровне для поддержки их деятельности и повышения качества образования. Однако необходимо оценить эффективность использования этих средств, чтобы убедиться, что они достигают своих целей. Данная научная работа направлена на оценку эффективности использования бюджетных средств в образовательных организациях на региональном уровне Российской Федерации. В документе будет рассмотрено текущее состояние бюджетных ассигнований для образовательных учреждений, дана оценка эффективности их использования и даны рекомендации по улучшению использования бюджетных средств в образовательных учреждениях. В работе также будут рассмотрены основные приоритеты расходования бюджетных средств в образовательных учреждениях и критерии, используемые для оценки их эффективности. Выводы этого исследования будут полезны для политиков, образовательных учреждений и заинтересованных сторон в секторе образования в Российской Федерации, поскольку они стремятся повысить качество образования за счет эффективного бюджетного ассигнования.

Education is an important aspect of the development of any society, and budgetary allocations play a crucial role in ensuring quality education. In the Russian Federation, budgetary funds are allocated to educational institutions at the regional level to support their activities and improve the quality of education. However, it is necessary to evaluate the effectiveness of the use of these funds to make sure that they achieve their goals. This scientific work is aimed at assessing the effectiveness of the use of budgetary funds in educational organizations at the regional level of the Russian Federation. The document will review the current state of budget allocations for educational institutions, assess the effectiveness of their use and provide recommendations for improving the use of budget funds in educational institutions. The paper will also consider the main priorities of budget spending in educational institutions and the criteria used to assess their effectiveness. The findings of this study will be useful for policy makers, educational institutions and stakeholders in the education sector in the Russian Federation, as they seek to improve the quality of education through effective budgetary allocation.
Aspects of information security training in Russian universities
Authors: Голиков С.Е. , Луцышен В.А.
Published: September 2023

В декаде информационных технологий, когда данные становятся ключевым активом и орудием влияния, вопросы информационной безопасности в высшем образовании России приобретают важнейшую актуальность. Данные Рособрнадзора свидетельствуют, что на 2023 год число студентов, обучающихся по специальностям, связанным с информационной безопасностью, составляет 150 тысяч человек, что в 1.2 раза больше, чем в 2021 году. Проблематика информационной безопасности пронизывает все сферы человеческой деятельности. На фоне этого, за последние 5 лет число вузов России, включивших дисциплины информационной безопасности в общеобразовательный план, возросло на 15%, достигая отметки в 80%. Однако анализ 500 открытых учебных программ показал, что всего лишь 20% из них подразумевают комплексный подход к обучению информационной безопасности. Между тем, цифровые угрозы усиливаются: по данным Бюро по координации угроз (БКУ), за 2022 год количество кибератак на учебные заведения возросло на 35%. Настоящая статья представляет собой анализ аспектов обучения информационной безопасности в вузах России.

In the decade of information technology, when data becomes a key asset and an instrument of influence, the issues of information security in higher education in Russia become of the most important relevance. Rosobrnadzor data show that in 2023 the number of students studying in specialties related to information security is 150 thousand people, which is 1.2 times more than in 2021. The problems of information security permeate all spheres of human activity. Against this background, over the past 5 years, the number of Russian universities that have included information security disciplines in the general education plan has increased by 15%, reaching 80%. However, an analysis of 500 open training programs showed that only 20% of them imply an integrated approach to information security training. Meanwhile, digital threats are increasing: according to the Bureau for the Coordination of Threats (BCU), in 2022 the number of cyber attacks on educational institutions increased by 35%. This article is an analysis of aspects of information security education in Russian universities.
The role of studying foreign literature in the formation of students' intercultural competence
Authors: Мурадова А.К. , Шамилёва Р.Д.
Published: September 2023

При исследовании вопросов межкультурной коммуникации важную роль играет изучение зарубежной литературы, которая становится неисчерпаемым источником получения информации о культуре, истории и менталитете народов мира. Важно отметить, что в современном мире, когда общество все больше становится мультикультурным, изучение иностранных литературных произведений становится одним из основных методов формирования у студентов межкультурной компетенции. В 2018 году 67% педагогов университетов России подчеркивают значимость изучения зарубежной литературы в качестве неотъемлемого элемента педагогического процесса в вузе. Знание иностранной литературы помогает им лучше понимать иностранный язык и культуру. Таким образом, осознание важности иностранной литературы в формировании межкультурной компетенции становится все более явным как для студентов, так и для преподавателей. Более того, ряд исследований подтверждает эффективность использования зарубежной литературы в обучении. Вопрос о конкретных механизмах, с помощью которых изучение зарубежной литературы способствует формированию межкультурной компетенции, до сих пор остается открытым. Существует необходимость более глубокого изучения этой проблемы, включая анализ специфики восприятия иностранной литературы студентами, а также исследование влияния различных жанров и направлений иностранной литературы на формирование межкультурной компетенции.

When studying the issues of intercultural communication, an important role is played by the study of foreign literature, which becomes an inexhaustible source of information about the culture, history and mentality of the peoples of the world. It is important to note that in the modern world, when society is increasingly becoming multicultural, the study of foreign literary works is becoming one of the main methods of forming students' intercultural competence. In 2018, 67% of Russian university teachers emphasize the importance of studying foreign literature as an integral element of the pedagogical process at the university. Knowledge of foreign literature helps them to better understand a foreign language and culture. Thus, the awareness of the importance of foreign literature in the formation of intercultural competence is becoming more and more obvious for both students and teachers. Moreover, a number of studies confirm the effectiveness of using foreign literature in teaching. The question of specific mechanisms by which the study of foreign literature contributes to the formation of intercultural competence still remains open. There is a need for a deeper study of this problem, including the analysis of the specifics of the perception of foreign literature by students, as well as the study of the influence of various genres and directions of foreign literature on the formation of intercultural competence.
Improving the pedagogical competencies of teachers in the conditions of the university
Authors: Чухачева Е.В. , Чаркина Н.В. , Фандина Н.А.
Published: September 2023

Сегодня общество предъявляет к педагогам высокие требования, особенно это касается специальности научно-педагогических работников вуза, ведь именно они формируют специалистов будущего. Мы считаем, что современный педагог в условиях быстрых изменений мира, развития науки и техники, должен уметь быстро реагировать и эффективно адаптироваться к новым условиям, стремиться совершенствовать свои профессиональные качества, непрерывно обновлять знания и умения не только по преподавательской специализации, но и осваивать новые направления, которые могут быть полезными в профессиональной деятельности, стремиться к постоянному саморазвитию и самосовершенствованию. Именно поэтому мы считаем актуальной для рассмотрения тему исследования. Вопросы профессиональной компетентности преподавателей вуза сегодня является достаточно актуальным и дискуссионным, ведь со времени введения в образование компетентностного подхода среди ученых до сих пор нет единого мнения даже не только о его составляющих, но и к определению самого понятия. Ученые используют различные подходы (деятельностный, нормативный, профессионально-образовательный, психологический и т.д.). Особое внимание ученые уделяют структуре профессиональной компетентности, хотя и оперируют разной терминологией (навыки, компетенции, компетентности, компоненты, составляющие и тому подобное) и до сих пор не находят единого подхода к самому набора составляющих.

Today, society places high demands on teachers, especially with regard to the specialty of scientific and pedagogical staff of the university, because they are the ones who form the specialists of the future. We believe that a modern teacher in the conditions of rapid changes in the world, the development of science and technology, should be able to react quickly and adapt effectively to new conditions, strive to improve his professional qualities, continuously update knowledge and skills not only in teaching specialization, but also to master new directions that can be useful in professional activities, strive to to constant self-development and self-improvement. That is why we consider the topic of the study relevant for consideration. The issues of professional competence of university teachers are quite relevant and debatable today, because since the introduction of the competence approach into education, there is still no consensus among scientists not even about its components, but also about the definition of the concept itself. Scientists use various approaches (activity-based, normative, professional-educational, psychological, etc. Scientists pay special attention to the structure of professional competence, although they operate with different terminology (skills, competencies, competencies, components, components, etc.) and still do not find a single approach to the very set of components.
Integrating One Map Policy into One Data Policy in Pontianak City Government
Authors: Kurniawan Muhammad
Published: September 2023

When implementing the one map policy by establishing a Regional Geospatial Information Network (JIGD), Pontianak City Government might face an inefficiency issue. JIGD possibly resembled the existing data management system, namely the One Data Indonesia system (SDI) that is well established since 2019. This study analyzed the possibility of whether to build JIGD as a standalone structure or to integrate it into SDI to address inefficiency issue. This study used a qualitative approach. A literature review was done in line with exploring general type of data and spatial data from or should be in the data management system to understand the nature of the data and the surrounding environment. Those then were analyzed based on the data characteristics, the organizational structure, supporting technology, human resources, and applicable regulations regarding it. The results suggested that integration is more feasible but should modify the organizational structure of the existing SDI system.
EFFICIENT ORGANIC MOLECULAR CRYSTAL STRUCTURE PREDICTION USING THE DENSITY FUNCTIONAL TIGHT-BINDING METHOD
Authors: Kitheka Maureen , Jing Yan , Yao Yan , Goyal Puja
Published: September 2023

Over the years, crystal structure prediction (CSP) has thrived as an area of research, spanning various scientific disciplines, and having significant applications in industries such as pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Within the field of batteries, redox-active organic materials (ROMs) such as quinones have received increased attention as promising electrode materials for rechargeable batteries. However, experimental determination of the crystal structure of intermediate species formed during the discharge/charge cycle can often be challenging. Incomplete X-ray diffraction patterns can also lead to difficulties in crystal structure determination for ROMs used in batteries. Use of a semiempirical electronic structure method for CSP helps to avoid force field reparameterization for different species, sometimes with complex electronic structure, formed during battery operation. It also helps to significantly lower the computational cost compared to the widely used density functional theory (DFT). The goal of this study is to systematically investigate the ability of a DFT-based semiempirical method, third-order density functional tight-binding (DFTB3), to predict the most stable crystal structures of organic molecules with different kinds of intermolecular interactions ranging from hydrogen bonding to -stacking. Here, DFTB3 in conjunction with the particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm, as implemented in the CALYPSO software, is also used to predict the most stable crystal structures of selected quinones relevant to organic batteries. Our findings emphasize the potential of CALYPSO/DFTB as a promising approach for CSP of different classes of organic molecules, including quinones. Additionally, they establish the foundation for future CSP studies of other organic molecules utilized in rechargeable batteries.
High-Throughput Reactivity Exploration for Extended Databases of Transition Metal Catalysts
Authors: Hashemi Ali , Bougueroua Sana , Gaigeot Marie-Pierre , Pidko Evgeny
Published: September 2023

A method is introduced for the automated reactivity exploration of extended in silico databases of transition metal catalysts. The proposed workflow is designed to tackle two key challenges for bias-free mechanistic explorations on large databases of catalysts: (1) automated exploration of the chemical space around each catalyst with unique structural and chemical features and (2) automated analysis of the resulting large chemical datasets. To address these challenges we have extended the application of our previously developed ReNeGate method for bias-free reactivity exploration and implemented an automated analysis procedure to identify the classes of reactivity patterns within specific catalyst groups. Our procedure applied to an extended series of representative Mn(I) pincer complexes revealed correlations between structural and reactive features pointing to new channels for catalyst transformation under the reaction conditions. Such an automated high-throughput virtual screening of systematically generated hypothetical catalyst datasets opens new opportunities for the design of high performance catalysts as well as an accelerated method for expert bias-free high-throughput in silico reactivity exploration.
Reporting activities for the oxygen evolution reaction: Do we compare apples to apples?
Authors: Risch Marcel
Published: September 2023

The oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is a key enabler of sustainable chemical energy storage. Here, the author assesses the current status of protocols for benchmarking the OER in materials- and device-centered investigations and makes suggestions for more comparable data.
Non-classical early lanthanide(II) tris(di-tert-butylcyclopentadienyl) complexes
Authors: Liu Jingjing , Nodaraki Lydia , Martins Daniel , Giansiracusa Marcus , Cobb Philip , Emerson-King Jack , Ortu Fabrizio , Whitehead George , Gransbury Gemma , Mcinnes Eric , Tuna Floriana , Mills David
Published: September 2023

We report the synthesis of a series of temperature-sensitive non-classical early Ln(II) (Ln = lanthanide) complexes, [K(2.2.2 cryptand)][Ln(Cptt)3] (Cptt = C5H3tBu2-1,3; 1-Ln; Ln = La-Nd). Complexes 1-Ln were typically prepared using Schlenk line techniques rather than more common glove box protocols, by the reduction of the parent Ln(III) complexes [Ln(Cptt)3] (2-Ln) with KC8 in THF in the presence of 2.2.2-cryptand at –30 °C. The majority of the 2-Ln series have been reported previously by the salt metathesis reactions of 3 eq. KCptt with parent LnCl3, and these methods were adapted here to afford 2-Pr. Complexes 1-Ln and 2-Pr were characterized by single crystal XRD, elemental analysis, ATR IR and UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy; 1-La and 2-Pr were additionally characterized by c.w. EPR spectroscopy, and variable temperature magnetic susceptibility measurements were performed on 2 Pr. During attempts to synthesize 2-Nd and 2-Sm we also obtained small crops of crystals of [Nd(Cptt)2(μ-I)]2 (3) and [Sm(Cptt)2(μ-Cl)]2·C7H8 (4·C7H8), respectively; these complexes were also structurally authenticated. The combination of data obtained indicate that the Ln(II) centers in 1-Ln adopt 4fn5d1 electron configurations, in common with other literature examples of [Ln(CpR)3]– anions (CpR = substituted cyclopentadienyl) for these metals.
Regioselective Ortho Halogenation of N-Aryl Amides and Ureas via Oxidative Halodeboronation: Harnessing Boron Reactivity for Efficient C-Halogen Bond Installation
Authors: Shinde Ganesh , Ghotekar Ganesh , Amombo Noa Francoise , Öhrström Lars , Norrby Per-Ola , Sundén Henrik
Published: September 2023

The installation of the C-halogen bond to the ortho position of N-aryl amides and ureas represents a tool to prepare motifs that are ubiquitous in biologically active compounds. To construct such prevalent bonds, most methods demand the use of precious metals and a multistep process. Here we report a novel protocol for the long-standing challenge of regioselective ortho halogenation of N-aryl amides and ureas using an oxidative halodeboronation. By harnessing the reactivity of boron over nitrogen, we merge carbonyl-directed borylation with consecutive halodeboronation, enabling the precise introduction of the C−X bond at the desired ortho position of N-aryl amides and ureas. This method offers an efficient, practical, and scalable solution for synthesizing halogenated N-heteroarenes under mild conditions, highlighting the superiority of boron reactivity in directing the regioselectivity of the reaction.
Changes in Accommodation and Vergence Measurements After Smartphone Use in Healthy Young Adults
Authors: Pachiyappan Tamilselvan , Ashokan Srambikkal Sonu , . Sushmitha
Published: September 2023

Background The primary objective of this study was to explore the impacts of extended smartphone usage on accommodation and vergence measurements among healthy young adults. Specifically it seeks to identify any changes that may occur in these ocular functions as a result of extended use of smartphones.Objectives To determine pre and post accommodation and vergence components.Methods A cross-sectional research project was conducted at Mangala College of Allied Health Sciences in Mangalore. The study involved 32 young and healthy individuals with normal vision emmetropia aged between 18 to 25 years. After initial visual screening the participants were evaluated for their accommodation and vergence abilities. Specifically they were asked to read N8 text on a smartphone device placed at a working distance of 40 cm for a duration of 30 minutes. Measurements were taken before and after this task and tabulated for analysis.Results In this study a total of 32 participants were included comprising of 12 37 males and 20 63 females with an average age of 19.00plusmn1.21 years. The results obtained from the assessment of accommodation and vergence measurements before and after 30 minutes of reading on a smartphone device indicate statistically significant changes.Conclusion The findings of this research indicate that prolonged reading on a smartphone device for 30 minutes can have a significant impact on the accommodation vergence and unit of vision for the individual.
Policy process in Indonesia during COVID-19: a cross-sectoral policy perspective
Authors: Satispi Evi , Murod Ma'mun
Published: September 2023

This paper aims to examine the policy process for dealing with COVID-19 in Indonesia; in the last two years, the Indonesian government have taken various policy for dealing with COVID-19. Currently, this field still lacks in demonstration of cross-sectoral policy in Indonesia. This research uses qualitative explorative systematic analysis focusing on cross-sectoral policies taken by the government. This study found that government policies dealing with COVID-19 take a long time to implement owing to the cross-institutional policy process and being inactive. These policy decisions are impacted by the state's capacity to handle policy concurrently so that the government has long-term policy alternatives. Nonetheless, this policy decision will have a long-term influence on how Indonesia handles COVID-19. In the instance of Indonesia, this study reveals two policy options: substantive policy and procedural policy.