bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Propolisin izole sıçan kalbinde miyokardiyal iskemi-reperfüzyon hasarına etkisi
Authors: Aşgün H. Fatih , Aslaner Turgut Alperen
Published: June 2024

Amaç: Açık kalp cerrahisi esnasında oluşan miyokardiyal iskemi ve reperfüzyon hasarının, vitamin E gibi antioksidanlar tarafından azaltılabildiği gösterilmiştir. Bir arı ürünü olan propolis, antioksidan ve immünstimülan etkileri ile bilinir. Bu çalışmada oral propolis uygulamasının antioksidan mekanizmalar üzerinden miyokardiyal iskemi ve reperfüzyon hasarına etkileri araştırılmıştır.
Gereç ve yöntemler: 32 tane rat propolis (Grup 1), vitamin E (Grup 2), kontrol (Grup 3) ve sham (Grup 4) gruplarına eşit olarak dağıtıldı. Oral propolis ve vitamin E sırasıyla Grup 1 ve 2’deki deneklere 21 gün süre ile gavaj yolu ile uygulandı. Deney günü Langendorff düzeneğine asılan sıçan kalplerine 30 dakikalık perfüzyon sürecini takiben Grup 1, 2 ve 3’e kardiyoplejik solüsyon verildi, Grup 4’e verilmedi. Ardından 45 dk iskemi ve 30 dk reperfüzyon uygulandı. Deney süresince sol ventrikül ve aort basınçları kaydedildi. Koroner atık suyundan iskemi öncesi ve sonrası miyokard enzimleri, antioksidan kapasite, oksidatif stres, tiyol ve disülfit düzeyleri ölçüldü.
Bulgular: Grup 1’de iskemi öncesi aort basıncı anlamlı düşük, iskemi sonrası sol ventrikül sistolik ve türetilmiş basınçları ise anlamlı yüksekti. Grup 2 ve 3’te antioksidan kapasite anlamlı yüksekken oksidatif stres düşüktü. Grup 1 ve 2’de toplam tiyol ve disülfit düzeyleri anlamlı düşüktü.
Sonuç: Doğal tiyol yüksekliği ve disülfit düşüklüğü miyokardiyal iskemide daha az ventrikül hasarı ile ilişkilidir. Propolis kullanımı disülfit düzeyinde azalmaya, aort basıncında düşmeye ve iskemi sonrası sol ventrikül basıncında artışa yol açar. Ancak uzun süreli oral propolis kullanımı miyokardın antioksidan kapasitesini arttırmaz ve akut iskemide miyokard hasarının azaltılmasına anlamlı katkıda bulunmaz.
Bengwenyama Minerals (Pty) Ltd v Genorah Resources (Pty) Ltd: Johan Froneman, the Transformation of Property Law and the Virtue of Small Things
Authors: Brand Danie
Published: June 2024

In this article in honour of Justice Johan Froneman, I consider an early judgment of his on the Constitutional Court, Bengwenyama Minerals (Pty) Ltd v Genorah Resources (Pty) Ltd 2011 4 SA 113 (CC). I read the case as an important property law judgment, showing already at an early stage in the Court's jurisprudence strong traces of a transformative vision of property law developed by Van der Walt, Ngcukaitobi and Wilson, among others that I describe as a democratised property law. I show how the three pillars of this approach (the move from objects to objectives; the opening up of the canon of recognised property interests; and the move from property to propriety) all feature in Froneman J's Bengwenyama judgment. On this basis I then conclude by making the point that real transformation of property law derives much more from the kinds of "small moves" made by Froneman J in Bengwenyama than from the grand-scale solutions such as "expropriation without compensation" or state custodianship of land that have dominated political imagination over the past several years.
Editorial: Artifacts of judging: Justice Johan Froneman
Authors: Van Marle Karin , Du Plessis Elmien
Published: June 2024

Early in the Constitutional era, in Qozeleni v Minister of Law and Order 1994 3 SA 625 (E) Justice Johan Froneman called for the "rubicon … to be crossed out not only intellectually, but also emotionally before the interpretation and application of the … Constitution is fully to come into its own right". He further argued for the Constitution "to become … a living document".
In his many judgements in a judicial career spanning 25 years, Justice Froneman suggested some of what such a crossing of the Rubicon could entail. He also gave meaning to the idea of the Constitution as a living document. The contributions in this special edition unpack, reflect on, evaluate and further the work of and themes tackled by Justice Froneman.
Justice Johan Froneman retired from the Constitutional Court in 2020. He was appointed to the Constitutional Court in 2009 after serving as Judge of the Eastern Cape High Court, Grahamstown (1994-2009); Deputy Judge President of the Labour Court and Labour Appeal Court (1996-1999) and two terms in 2002 acting on the Supreme Court of Appeal.
In 1999 he was a visitor at Harvard University by invitation of Professor Frank Michelman. He was also Extraordinary Professor in Public Law at Stellenbosch University (2003-2008) and a Visitor at the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, University of Oxford, in 2008. He is currently an extraordinary professor in the Department of Public Law, University of the Free State. He has delivered judgements in a wide range of cases. Of particular interest is his careful deliberation on issues pertaining to transformation, legal interpretation, property and language. Justice Froneman in his many carefully argued judgements displayed not only the intellectual rigour that he was calling for, but also the emotional and very much personal crossing that he referred to in 1994.
Visual Representation of the Young Widow-Mother in the Early Modern Times: The Castle of Slovenska Bistrica and the Patronage of Maria Juliana Countess Vetter von der Lilie
Authors: Murovec Barbara Kristina
Published: June 2024

The article provides an insight into methodological approaches and research questions in early modern studies of female patronage, relevant to the visual representation of a young mother-widow from Inner Austria. Maria Juliana Countess Vetter von der Lilie (1672–1708) inherited the Castle of Slovenska Bistrica in Styria (Slovenia) after husband’s death in 1695. Although the Castle was redecorated after 1717 by Ignaz Maria Count Attems, the uncle of the deceased, several spaces can still be linked to the women’s patronage. A biblical quotation on the main portal announces that a wise woman built her house, a fresco on the first floor depicts the Allegory of Mother Earth, and Vischer’s print of the garden and the ceiling painting of the pharmacy also show themes often related to women. Maria Juliana Vetter is a prominent secular nobelwoman who has emerged from her husband’s shadow and from oblivion in the under-researched field of female patronage in Central Europe.
Fani Politeo Vučković u Ženi danas
Authors: Čihorić Dragan
Published: June 2024

U radu se analiziraju odabrani tekstovi marksističke povjesničarke umjetnosti Fani Politeo Vučković (1911. – 1942.) koja je između 1935. i 1939. u idejno suglasje dovela svoj pogled na suvremenu likovnu umjetnost i elemente nove, objedinjavajuće, narodnofrontovske politike. U tekstovima objavljenim u beogradskom časopisu Žena danas (1935. – 1940.), vješto manipulirajući parametrima ranog modernizma, u tom je smislu analizirala karijere Suzanne Valadon i Berthe Morisot. Promjene nakon pada Druge Španjolske republike, u proljeće 1939., izmijenit će interesni profil Žene danas. Akcenat će se vratiti na klasu, sada u formi naroda, što će se odraziti i na stajalište Fani Politeo Vučković. Sukladno tome, beogradska izložba Ljubice Cuce Sokić i primjer realizma Diega Velazqueza poslužiće kao dobro birani primjeri
Žena u arhitekturi Sene Sekulić-Gvozdanović: ženska povijest i teorija arhitekture u kontekstu hrvatskoga historiografskog narativa
Authors: Gudelj Jasenka
Published: June 2024

Knjiga Žena u arhitekturi pojavila se 1998. godine u izdanju Udruženja hrvatskih arhitekata, no temelji se na nizu tekstova koje je Srebrenka Sekulić-Gvozdanović objavljivala još od sredine sedamdesetih i tijekom osamdesetih godina prošlog stoljeća. Ti su članci bili objavljeni u stručnim časopisima, poput časopisa UHA-e Čovjek i prostor, ali i ambicioznim izdanjima namijenjenim obrazovanoj ženskoj publici, poput Žene, „časopisa za znanstvena, društvena i kulturna pitanja o mjestu i ulozi žene i porodice u društvu“, u izdanju Saveza žena Hrvatske. Analiza navedenih tekstova, usredotočenih na problem aktivne uloge žena u polju arhitekture i ispisivanju povijesti profesije na globalnoj razini, omogućuje razmatranje njihova utjecaja na historiografski narativ i otvaranje novih istraživačkih pitanja u hrvatskome javnom i istraživačkom prostoru.
Learning from comPA(I)Ring exemplars: Enhancing genre knowledge of argumentative texts
Authors: Mombaers Tine , Van Gasse Roos , De Maeyer Sven
Published: June 2024

Poor writing skills are problematic in today’s society where writing expertise is essential in personal, academic and professional contexts. Students struggle most with argumentative writing. To write a good argumentative text, students need genre knowledge on this type of text. After all, genre knowledge has been proven to be related to writing quality. Considering its relevance, in this study we investigated whether learning from (comparing) text exemplars could be an effective method to enhance genre knowledge. This study aims to investigate whether learning from (comparing) text exemplars can enhance genre knowledge. A quasi-experimental study with 77 11th grade students was carried out to test the effects of four conditions on genre knowledge of argumentative texts. Findings show that genre knowledge increases through single and analogue text examples. In addition, learning from comparing text exemplars does not seem to increase genre knowledge more than learning from single, sequential exemplars.
Comentario al acuerdo provisional del Consejo y el Parlamento Europeo para la reforma del Estatuto del Tribunal de Justicia de 7 de diciembre de 2023
Authors: Quesada López Pedro Manuel
Published: June 2024

This paper analyzes the provisional agreement announced on December 7, 2023, by the Presidency of the Council and the representatives of the European Parliament regarding the reform of the Statute of the Court of Justice. The primary objective of this agreement is to enhance the functionality of the EU Court of Justice amidst a continual rise in the number and complexity of cases presented before it.
A study on effective feature extraction and genetic algorithm based feature selection method in fake news detection classification using machine learning approaches
Authors: İncir Ramazan , Yağanoğlu Mete , Bozkurt Ferhat
Published: June 2024

In today's technology, information spreads quickly through online social networks, making our lives easier. However, when false news is shared without critical evaluation, it can harm society and affect social, political and economic aspects as it reaches a wide audience. At this point, it is important to develop content verification and confirmation systems. In this study, the aim is to conduct monolingual and cross-lingual classification on a multi-class dataset containing English and German news content. We applied data preprocessing, including CountVectorizer and stylometric feature extraction, before classification. Feature selection was made using the genetic algorithm, which is an algorithm based on the idea of evolution in nature. Selected features were classified by Random Forest, Logistic Regression, Multinomial Naive Bayes, Decision Tree and KNearest Neighbors machine learning algorithms. In the classification process, Multinomial Naive Bayes achieved 58.49% Accuracy and 42.97% macro-F1 for monolingual English news texts, while Logistic Regression achieved 45.39% Accuracy and 37.70% macro-F1 in Cross-lingual classification using English and German news texts. Significantly successful results were obtained compared to studies conducted with the same dataset. In addition, the same methodology was applied to the ISOT dataset. 99.48% and 99.62% macro-F1 were obtained by Logistic Regression and Decision Tree algorithms, respectively.
Examining 22 Years of Ambient Seismic Wavefield at Mount St. Helens
Authors: Köpfli Manuela , Denolle Marine A. , Thelen Weston A. , Makus Peter , Malone Stephen D.
Published: June 2024

An increase in seismic activity precedes most volcanic eruptions. Whereas event-based forecasting approaches have been successful, some eruptions remain unanticipated, resulting in casualties and damage. Our study leverages the recent advancements in ambient field seismology. We explore features extracted from continuous ambient fields using traditional methods, for example, peak ground velocity, peak ground acceleration, root mean square, root median square, real-time seismic amplitude measurement, and novel methods (displacement seismic amplitude ratio and spectral width). In addition, we explore unsupervised learning of higher order wavelet features using scattering networks. We find that combining all the methods was necessary to disentangle the effects of seismic sources from structural changes at Mount St. Helens. Although the ambient wavefield-based approach does not yield additional or more significant precursory signals than event-based methods at Mount St. Helens, our study demonstrates that the ambient wavefield provides supplementary information, mainly about structural changes and complements traditional methods. The ambient seismic wavefield offers additional insights into long-lasting processes. We find enhanced wave attenuation correlating with geochemical measurements. We interpret this as ongoing structural changes, such as dome growth or the evolution of the volcanic conduit system. On annual and decadal timescales, we interpret seasonal seismic attenuation in the shallow subsurface as groundwater fluctuations, corroborated by observations at the nearby Spirit Lake level. This multimethod approach at Mount St. Helens sheds light on a volcanic system’s underlying dynamics and structure.
Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Assisted RF Wireless Power Transfer for Internet of Things System
Authors: Arif Abdul Aziz  , Istiqomah  , Suratman Fiky
Published: June 2024

In this work, we study the utilization of reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS) for assisting the radiofrequency (RF) based wireless power transfer (WPT) in the Internet of Things (IoT) system. The RIS device in this system is utilized to provide the line of sight (LOS) path when an obstacle blocks the direct power transmission from the transmitter to the receiver. In this work, we present a comprehensive modeling of the RIS-assisted RF WPT for IoT systems, which includes the spatial model, RIS-assisted RF WPT model, and total receiver power model. The performance of RIS-assisted RF WPT is evaluated by simulation matched to the IoT system. By simulation, we have verified that the RIS device can assist the RF WPT in the IoT system, especially when the obstacle completely blocks the power transmission directly from the transmitter to the receiver. The receiver can achieve 0,4714% end-to-end power transfer efficiency at a 1 meter distance from the RIS device. Meanwhile, 0,0290% end-to-end power transfer efficiency is achieved within a 15 meters distance from the RIS device. In this work, we have investigated the performance of RIS-assisted RF WPT with various numbers of unit cells in the RF WPT system. We found that increasing the number of unit cells in RF WPT after a certain number is ineffective for the RF WPT in an IoT system.
Exploring the Musical Traditions of the Shihuh
Authors: Guedes Carlos
Published: June 2024

Existing information and documentaries about the Shihuh tribe are scarce and consist only of videos with (particularly) rather poor audio quality. Therefore, to gather a deeper knowledge about the tribe and its musical traditions, the author and research team developed a project entitled Exploring the Musical Traditions of the Shihuh. Funded by the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research, this project consisted of recordings of the musical practices of the Shihuh tribe, focus group discussions, and individual interviews. It aimed to understand better their musical forms and its relationship to tribal social values and cultural identity. State-of-the-art recording equipment and techniques were used to produce four high-quality recordings to create short and informative bi-lingual documentaries about the Shihuh tribe.

This field report describes the knowledge gathered and provides recommendations that highlight the importance and advantages of this type of work in promoting the unique cultural features of the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah.
A Review of The Literature on An Examination of The Effects of Cyber Security in Improved Public Sector Institution Performance in Jordan
Authors: Saleem Alrkeebat Alanoud Amer
Published: June 2024

Gaining a clearer knowledge of the present level of cyber security adoption by public sector institutions—particularly in Jordan—was one of the study’s intended results. In order to improve the effectiveness of these institutions, the research reviewed various literature review on the current state of cyber security adoption. It also identified the obstacles that these institutions faced in embracing and executing these technologies, as well as the tactics that were required to improve cyber security applications. The assessment also highlighted cyber security initiatives that can boost operational effectiveness, enhance service delivery, and give the populace of the nation access to a safer digital environment. Therefore, by highlighting the difficulties and obstacles these organizations encounter, the research may contribute to the formulation of policy and decision-making frameworks that will direct future expenditures on cyber security and associated technology. Additionally, the results of this study may help improve cyber security protocols and implement them in Jordan’s public sector organizations. This might thus result in better service delivery, more operational efficiency, and a safer online environment for the people of the nation. The study may also contribute to policy and decision-making processes by highlighting the obstacles and difficulties these organizations confront, which might direct subsequent investments within cyber security innovations and technology.
Samorząd terytorialny w Polsce
Authors: Wojciechowski Marek
Published: June 2024

Problematyka książki dotyczy samorządu terytorialnego w Polsce w wymiarze ekonomicznym. Treść monografii skupia się na ekonomicznych aspektach funkcjonowania samorządu, identyfikując przyczyny i konsekwencje decyzji podejmowanych przez organy samorządu. Publikacja wzbogaca nieliczny jeszcze zasób wiedzy o warunkach i mechanizmach gospodarowania oraz zarządzania w samorządzie. Istotne są dwa wątki prowadzonych rozważań: działanie samorządu w ramach systemu ekonomicznego oraz funkcjonowanie samorządu według zasad typowego przedsiębiorstwa. Służy temu analiza teoretyczna natury ekonomicznej samorządu, jego miejsca na mapie administracyjnej kraju, badanie przedmiotu oraz podmiotów decyzyjnych w samorządzie. Klamrą spinającą wywody jest kwestia efektywności ekonomicznej kształtowanej przez władze samorządu i jego jednostki organizacyjne. Motywem przewodnim monografii jest ukazanie samorządu w nowej perspektywie badawczej, gdzie jego istota polega na świadczeniu usług publicznych i kreowaniu warunków rozwoju, zaś formą staje się działanie w strukturze podmiotu gospodarczego funkcjonującego na rynku konkurencyjnym. Formuła samorządu traktowanego jako quasi-przedsiębiorstwo jest zatem substytutem samorządu jako publicznej organizacji gospodarczej nienastawionej na zysk.
Bezpieczeństwo publiczne Federacji Rosyjskiej
Authors: Duraj Natasza
Published: June 2024

Zapewnienie bezpieczeństwa publicznego stanowi warunek konieczny utrzymania pożądanego stanu w państwie, który przejawia się w zapobieganiu czynom wymierzonym w dobro kraju, porządek publiczny oraz życie, zdrowie i mienie jego obywateli. Jest to jedno z najważniejszych zadań każdego państwa, a jego ochrona stanowi jedno z najstarszych zadań publicznych, związanych z podstawową funkcją władzy publicznej.
W publikacji zaprezentowano szereg istotnych zagadnień związanych z zapewnieniem bezpieczeństwa publicznego w Rosji. Monografia zawiera analizę postanowień Konstytucji Federacji Rosyjskiej, Koncepcji bezpieczeństwa publicznego w Federacji Rosyjskiej oraz rosyjskiego Kodeksu karnego, a część empiryczna pracy oparta została na analizie materiałów Ministerstwa Spraw Wewnętrznych Federacji Rosyjskiej oraz rosyjskiej Prokuratury Generalnej.
Książka adresowana jest do szerokiego grona odbiorców zainteresowanych problematyką kształtowania szeroko rozumianego bezpieczeństwa publicznego, jak również do studentów i słuchaczy studiów podyplomowych na kierunkach bezpieczeństwo publiczne, zarządzanie oraz ekonomia.
Apokryficzność i ekfrastyczność jako komplementarne poetyki intertekstualne
Authors: Dynkowska Julia
Published: June 2024

We wszystkich przywołanych w książce tekstach da się zaobserwował podstawową łączącą je kwestię (można ją dostrzec także w innych utworach mierzących się z kanonem): każdy z nich dotyczy szeroko pojmowanej utraty „niewinnego spojrzenia” na wizualne pre-teksty, sposoby myślenia, których są wytworami, kanoniczne interpretacje, a także na idealizowanie i fetyszyzowanie samych obrazów, ich twórców oraz bohaterów. Apokryficzne prze-pisywanie dzieł sztuki – co jedynie pozornie oczywiste – ułatwia postrzeganie ich jako przedmiotów nie tylko estetycznych, ale także (a może nawet przede wszystkim) jako przedmiotów nacechowanych etycznie.
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Social Perspective of Women in Localization
Authors: Dwi Purnamasari Tamara , Dwi Bahtiar El Rizaq Agung
Published: June 2024

The existence of localization became a source of problems that caused many stereotypes against women. This study aims to, 1.) Describe the perspective of the people of Ponteh Village towards the women of Ponteh Village itself with the existence of localization. 2.) Describe the perspective of outside people with the existence of localization. The type of research used is qualitative with a case study approach. The theories used are Dahrendorf's conflict theory to explain the different community perspective. The results of the study are, 1.) Although the existence of localization in fact provides stereotypes due to the social construction, such as the assumption that Ponteh Village women are prostitutes, only their clothes are tight and thick makeup. In addition, this problem is getting longer because some of the people of Ponteh Village are involved in perpetuating the bad stigma by being involved in it. The perspective that existed in the community outside Ponteh Village previously considered that women in Ponteh Village participated in becoming prostitutes in it. However, this perception gradually became neutral, meaning that they did not deny the existence of localization but did not connect with women in Ponteh Village anymore as before. The further research is better to explain how is the woman in those area feelings.
EL MATRIMONIO INFANTIL UN PROBLEMA DE IMPORTANCIA EN EL DERECHO MEXICANO
Authors: HERNÁNDEZ PÉREZ GLORIA AURISTELA
Published: June 2024

Abordar el matrimonio infantil requiere identificar los diversos factores que lo posibilitan. Si bien las raíces de esta práctica varían en función del país y la cultura, la pobreza, la falta de oportunidades educativas y el acceso limitado a la asistencia sanitaria son factores que la perpetúan (Rosa, 2019). Algunas familias casan a sus hijas a una edad temprana con el fin de reducir su carga económica u obtener ingresos; otras, porque creen que de ese modo asegurarán el futuro de sus hijas o las protegerán.
Addressing child marriage requires identifying the various factors that enable it. While the roots of this practice vary by country and culture, poverty, lack of educational opportunities and limited access to health care are factors that perpetuate it (Rosa, 2019). Some families marry off their daughters at an early age in order to reduce their financial burden or earn an income; others, because they believe that in this way they will secure the future of their daughters or protect them.
Prywatne czy publiczne? Reagowanie na przemoc domową w opiniach migrantek z Ukrainy
Authors: Banaszak Ewa , Makaro Julita
Published: June 2024

Przedmiotem artykułu są rozważania nad rolą definiowania relacji między sferą prywatną i publiczną w postrzeganiu możliwości interwencji zewnętrznych w sytuacjach przemocy domowej. Ich zadaniem jest wskazanie barier w pracy instytucji udzielających wsparcia osobom dotkniętym przemocą. Podstawą dociekań są badania empiryczne dotyczące konfliktu i przemocy w rodzinach ukraińskich, których celem było m.in. poznanie subiektywnych definicji prywatności i możliwości ingerowania w nią z zewnątrz w przypadku sytuacji przemocowych. Dane empiryczne zostały zgromadzone metodą wywiadu częściowo ustrukturyzowanego wśród migrantek z Ukrainy. Wywiady przeprowadzano w języku badanych. Dobór próby miał charakter celowy. Rezultaty badań pokazały różne postawy (od negujących po akceptujące) wobec podejmowania współpracy między instytucją pomocową a rodziną dotkniętą przemocą. Zidentyfikowane bariery mają charakter kulturowy i wynikają ze społecznie podzielanych reguł komunikowania się domu ze światem oraz kontrolowalności reguł widzialności domu na zewnątrz, ale również z niewiedzy i braku zaufania do instytucji, kształtowanego przez uprzednie doświadczenia migrantek tak w Ukrainie, jak i w Polsce.
Release of nickel and chromium ions from stainless steel brackets as a result of long-term exposure to commonly used toothpaste
Authors: Kriswandini Indah Listiana , Bagus Agastya Perkasa Ida
Published: June 2024

Background: Brackets in fixed orthodontic appliances are mostly made from metal or stainless steel. Maintaining oral hygiene by brushing the teeth with toothpaste during orthodontic treatment is important. One of the ingredients in toothpaste, sodium fluoride, can cause degradation of the stainless-steel surface, which has the potential to corrode or release metal elements. Purpose: the purpose of this study is to describe the Nickel and chromium ion release of stainless-steel brackets against toothpaste use in orthodontic treatment by means of narrative review. Review: The main corrosion products of stainless-steel brackets are nickel and chromium. Toothpaste detergents contain sodium lauryl sulfate, which can cause the release of nickel ions due to the presence of sodium ions, which can trigger redox reactions. In addition, the fluoride content will combine with hydrogen to produce hydrofluoric acid, which can damage the oxide layer on orthodontic wires, resulting in the release of metal ions such as nickel and chromium. The effects of the release of these ions can be carcinogenic, cause hypersensitivity reactions, and cause cytotoxicity. Corrosion causes the dissolution of filler metal, resulting in weakened bracket material and increased friction, leading to delayed tooth movement. Conclusion: Toothpaste can affect the release of nickel and chromium ions in stainless steel brackets in the presence of sodium and fluoride.
The Role of Socioeconomic and Female Indicators on Infant Mortality in West Nusa Tenggara: A Panel VECM Analysis
Authors: Arini Rechtiana Putri , Mumtazah Soraya Afkarina , Siahaan Rio Manuppak , Kartiasih Fitri
Published: June 2024

West Nusa Tenggara Province has an infant mortality rate that surpasses the national average. Additionally, it is also characterized as having a high Gini ratio and gender inequality index. Therefore, this study aims to examine the differences in classification among different regions, the long-term and short-term impact, and the causal relationship between socio-economic factors and female indicators in relation to infant mortality. This study used the co-integration method of the panel VECM and applied the natural breaks (Jenks) classification method based on panel data from 10 regencies/cities in West Nusa Tenggara Province between 2012 and 2022. This study discovered two instances of co-integration where the life expectancy of women was found to have a negative impact, while the percentage of women working full-time was found to have a positive impact on the long-term infant mortality rate. Infant mortality rates in the short term showed a significant relationship with the cointegration coefficient, mean years of schooling of women, life expectancy of women, and percentage of women working full-time. There is a direct causal relationship between the mean years of schooling of women and the percentage of people living in poverty and the infant mortality rate. This study is expected to serve as a basis to guide the Government of West Nusa Tenggara Province in promoting equity in education, equal job opportunities, adequate healthcare facilities, and increased investment to decrease infant mortality.
Micro and Small Enterprises’ Export Competencies and Cooperation in Indonesia
Authors: Tambunan Tulus Tahi Hamonangan
Published: June 2024

Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have an important role in Indonesia to play not only as a source of employment but also growth of gross domestic product (GDP) and exports, specially manufactured goods such as garments, food, footwear, electronics, and crafts. To support MSME exports, the Indonesian government hopes to build stronger collaboration with them. Many journal articles regarding exports of MSMEs have been executed in developing countries. However, no research has been conducted concerning the cooperative role of MSMEs in supporting their exports. Therefore, this descriptive study filled the gap by analyzing the cooperation of MSMEs in supporting their exports in Indonesia by analyzing secondary data from the 2019 Profile of Micro and Small Industries (MSIs) in the Manufacturing Industry from the Indonesian Statistics (BPS) and online database from the Indonesian Minister of Cooperative and Small and Medium Enterprise. Although the data does not provide further information regarding how many MSEs are members of cooperatives who export, the scatter plot in this study shows that there is a positive relationship between the number of MSEs who export and the number of MSEs who are members of cooperatives. Even though other factors had a stronger influence on export competencies, cooperatives still supported MSEs to export their goods. This study contributes to more substantial empirical evidence on the relationship between cooperatives and MSMEs in Indonesia and developing countries.
Spinal Anestezi ve Genel Anestezi Altında Uygulanan Perkütan Nefrolitotomi Operasyonlarının Karşılaştırılması
Authors: Yucetas Ugur , Ateş Hüseyin Aytaç , Akay Ali Ferruh , Karabay Emre , Kadıhasanoglu Mustafa , Erkan Erkan
Published: June 2024

Bu çalışma, perkütan nefrolitotomide (PNL) spinal ve genel anestezinin sonuçlar üzerindeki etkilerini karşılaştırmayı amaçlamaktadır. Kliniğimizde 2012-2017 yılları arasında gerçekleştirilen Perkütan nefrolitotomi gerçekleştirilen 200 hastanın (100 spinal,100 genel) ortanca yaşı 45,00±22,00 ve ortanca taş boyutu 568,50±673,75 mm2 idi. PNL, 90 hastada sağ böbreğe, 110 hastada sol böbreğe uygulandı. Olguların %97,5’inde tek ve subkostal giriş gerçekleştirildi. Ortanca operasyon süresi 45,00±35,00 dakika, ortanca hastanede kalış süresi 4,00±2,00 gün ve ortanca nefrostomi kateter süresi 3,00±3,00 gün olarak saptandı. Hastaların tamamında pron pozisyonunda ve floroskopi eşliğinde gerçekleştirilen PNL operasyonları sonrası %73 taşsızlık sağlandı. Olguların %82’sinde herhangi bir sorun gözlenmezken; %9’unda operasyon sonrası yüksek ateş, %5,5’inde transfüzyon gerektiren kanama ve %3,5’inde double j kateterizasyon gerektiren uzamış drenaj gelişti. Spinal ve genel anestezi ile opere edilen olgulara ait bulgular karşılaştırıldığında; cinsiyet, taraf, giriş lokalizasyonu ve taş boyutu açısından farklılık saptanmazken, yaş (p=0,0153), taş lokalizasyonu (p<0,0001), operasyon süresi (p<0,0001), hastanede yatış süresi (p<0,0001), nefrostomi kateter süresi (p<0,0001), taşsızlık oranı (p=0,0021) ve komplikasyon oranları (p=0,0155) açısından istatistiksel anlamlı farklılık olduğu saptandı. Perkütan nefrolitotomide sıklıkla genel anestezi uygulanmakla beraber, çalışmamızda elde ettiğimiz bulgular spinal anestezinin taş boyutundan bağımsız olarak daha yüksek taşsızlık oranları ve daha az komplikasyon ile uygulanabileceğini göstermektedir. Spinal anestezi ile PNL, özellikle genel anestezi açısından yüksek riskli hastalarda güvenle ve başarı ile uygulanabilir. Bu konuda yüksek volümlü ve prospektif çalışmalara gereksinim vardır.
Книжкові оправи видань з фонду рідкісних і цінних документів НТБ КПІ ім. Ігоря Сікорського
Authors: Мірошниченко Марина Олексіївна
Published: June 2024

Науково-технічна бібліотека КПІ ім. Ігоря Сікорського має понад сторічну історію і зберігає в своїх фондах унікальні зразки науково-технічної літератури XVIII–початку ХХ ст. Дослідження рідкісних і цінних видань фахівцями бібліотеки триває постійно і стосуються окремих видань і цілих колекцій, а результати публікуються у фахових історичних і бібліотечних виданнях. Поступово формується каталог книжкових знаків, що збереглися на сторінках видань. Але до сьогодні дослідження не торкались книжкових оправ. Запропонована стаття є першою спробою показати найцінніші зразки вітчизняного і світового поліграфічного мистецтва, на прикладі яких можна прослідкувати розвиток палітурної справи протягом попередніх двох століть.
В статті представлені численні зразки книжкових оправ, виготовлених з природніх матеріалів, різні варіанти оздоблення обох частин палітурки і корінців, деякі провенієнції, що збереглися на форзацах видань і корінцях. Опис палітурок подається за видами використаних матеріалів — пергамент, шкіра, папір, коленкор та їх поєднання. Окремі видання є унікальними пам’ятками мистецтва і дають уяву про рівень поліграфічного виробництва ХІХ–початку ХХ ст. в європейських країнах, переважно Німеччини, Франції, Великої Британії тощо.
Також, предметом дослідження стали власницькі знаки палітурних закладів Києва початку ХХ ст., які зустрічаємо на сторінках багатьох книжкових видань. В результаті складено список київських майстерень, що мали ділові відношення з Київським політехнічним інститутом. За кількістю печаток палітурників, виявлено хто отримував найбільші замовлення від навчального закладу. Оскільки переважна більшість літератури з-за кордону надходила без палітурки, об’єм співпраці був досить великим.
Запропонована робота має на меті дати уявлення потенціальним дослідникам історії книги і поліграфічної справи.
Технічні засоби створення візуального контенту
Authors: Тріщук Руслан Любомирович
Published: June 2024

Схарактеризовано інструментально ефективні технічні засоби, які використовують для створення візуальних елементів.
Зазначено, що візуалізація дає змогу систематизувати інформацію, перетворити складні для розуміння дані на більш прості й привабливі та завдяки цьому істотно покращує сприйняття інформації авдиторією, адже і зменшує її когнітивне перевантаження. За цих умов актуалізується потреба в ефективних інструментах для створення якісного візуального контенту, з-поміж яких важливо обрати саме той, який матиме всі необхідні для виконання тих чи інших завдань функції.
На основі аналізу сервісів Inkscape, Canva, Piktochart, Venngage та Visme, призначених для візуалізації інформаційного контенту, зроблено висновок, що вони схожі між собою як за функціями, так і за пропонованими користувачам можливостями. Їхня популярність зумовлена передусім чималим добором шаблонів та інструментів для створення живописної змістовної інфографіки, які можна відредагувати на свій смак і побудувати на їх основі щось цілком оригінальне.
Якщо є потреба працювати в команді та ділитися своєю роботою з іншими її членами, то можна скористатися будь-яким аналізованим тут сервісом, окрім Inkscape, адже в ньому немає функціоналу для співпраці над проєктом у реальному часі.
Проте тільки Inkscape є повністю безкоштовною програмою, решта застосунків мають платні тарифи та безкоштовний план з обмеженими можливостями, у якому не можна скористатися шаблонами й елементами з позначкою «Pro», а деякі ілюстрації позначені водяними знаками. Хоча платні програми й забезпечують значно ширший функціонал для роботи, та, щоб оцінити їх зручність і можливості, варто все-таки розпочати з безкоштовної версії, функціоналу, якої зазвичай буває достатньо для виконання повсякденних завдань.
Genetic Analysis of 252 Index Cases with Inherited Retinal Diseases Using a Panel of 351 Retinal Genes
Authors: Abu Elasal Maria , Mousa Samira , Salameh Manar , Blumenfeld Anat , Khateb Samer , Banin Eyal , Sharon Dror
Published: June 2024

Inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) are extremely heterogeneous with at least 350 causative genes, complicating the process of genetic diagnosis. We analyzed samples of 252 index cases with IRDs using the Blueprint Genetics panel for “Retinal Dystrophy” that includes 351 genes. The cause of disease could be identified in 55% of cases. A clear difference was obtained between newly-recruited cases (74% solved) and cases that were previously analyzed by panels or whole exome sequencing (26% solved). As for the mode of inheritance, 75% of solved cases were autosomal recessive (AR), 10% were X-linked, 8% were autosomal dominant, and 7% were mitochondrial. Interestingly, in 12% of solved cases, structural variants (SVs) were identified as the cause of disease. The most commonly identified genes were ABCA4, EYS and USH2A, and the most common mutations were MAK-c.1297_1298ins353 and FAM161A- c.1355_1356del. In line with our previous IRD carrier analysis, we identified heterozygous AR mutations that are not the cause of disease in 36% of cases. The studied IRD panel was found to be efficient in gene identification. Some variants were mis-interpreted by the pipeline and therefore multiple analysis tools are recommended to obtain more accurate annotation of potential disease-causing variant.
Mixed Reality in the Operating Room: A Systematic Review
Authors: Magalhães Renato , Oliveira Ana , Terroso David , Vilaça Adélio , Veloso Rita , Marques António , Pereira Javier , Coelho Luis
Published: June 2024

(1) Background: Mixed Reality is a technology that has gained attention due to its unique capabilities for accessing and visualizing information, becoming a valuable tool for medicine, particularly for the operating room and surgical learning; (2) Methods: A systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines to answer the research questions established using the PICO framework; (3) Results: Although implementation of Mixed Reality applications in the operations room presents some challenges, when used appropriately, it can yield remarkable results. It can make learning easier, flatten the learning curve for several procedures, and facilitate various aspects of the surgical processes; (4) Conclusion: Technical complexity, equipment costs, and steep learning curves present significant obstacles to the widespread adoption of Mixed Reality and computer-assisted evaluation. The possibility of integration of distinct medical imaging modalities and innovative functionalities holds promise for clinical applications. However, it is important to consider issues related to usability, bias, and statistical analyses need consideration. Mixed Reality offers significant benefits, but there are still open challenges such as ergonomic issues, limited field of view, and battery autonomy that must be addressed to ensure widespread acceptance.
Routine Use of Styletubation for Oro-Tracheal Intubation in Obese Patients Undergoing Bariatric Surgeries-A Case Series Report
Authors: Lee Hsiang-Chen , Wu Bor-Gang , Chen Bo-Cheng , Luk Hsiang-Ning , Qu Jason Zhensheng
Published: June 2024

The aim of this case-series report article is to provide a new topical view of the styletubation (video intubating stylet technique) in obese patients undergoing bariatric surgeries. In contrast to various conventional direct laryngoscopes (DLs), videolaryngoscopes (VLs) have been applied in such obese population with potentially difficult airway populations. The safety and effectiveness of VLs have been repeatedly studied and the superiority of VLs then has been observed and is advocated as a routine use. In this article, among our vast use experiences of the styletubation (more than 54,998 patients since 2016) for routine tracheal intubation, we present such unique experience to apply such intubating technique in obese patient undergoing bariatric surgery. Consistent with the experiences applied in other patient populations, we found the styletubation technique to be swift (the time to intubate from 5 s to 24 s), smooth (first-attempt success rate: 100%), safe (no airway complications), and easy (high subjective satisfaction). The learning curve can be steep but is easily overcome if technical pitfalls are avoided. We, therefore, propose that the styletubation technique can be feasibly applied for tracheal intubation in obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery.
Morphological Patterns and Drivers of Urban Growth on Africa’s Wetland Landscapes: Insights from the Densu Delta Ramsar Site, Ghana
Authors: Oduro Charles Yaw , Anokye Prince Aboagye , Nanor Michael Ayertey
Published: June 2024

The morphological aspects of urban growth on wetlands in Africa are under-researched. Using the Densu Delta Ramsar site in Accra, Ghana, as a case study, this paper analyses the morphological patterns and drivers of urban growth and its impact on wetlands. Data were obtained through remote-sensing, ground truthing and limited key informant interviews. The analysis combined land use/land cover, building coverage and multiple regression techniques, with the aid of GIS and STATA software. The findings reveal that urban growth at the Ramsar site follows discernible spatial patterns consistent with the spreading pancake, village magnet and ribbon development models. However, the primary force behind these patterns is growing demand for land to meet housing needs, aided by the failure of state institutions to perform their land use control and wetland protection functions. To achieve sustainable urban development, there is an urgent need to ensure effective wetland management by enforcing existing land use, development control and wetland protection measures. This calls for the strengthening, resourcing and closer collaboration between the various state agencies responsible for urban planning and wetland management. There is also the need to engage and sensitise political leaders to increase their commitment to implementing wetland protection and pro-environmental policies.
PENGARUH MAGANG KEPENDIDIKAN 3 DAN LINGKUNGAN KELUARGA TERHADAP MINAT MENJADI GURU PADA MAHASISWA PAP FKIP UNS
Authors: Paulina Stefany Shintya , Sawiji Hery , Murwaningsih Tri Murwaningsih
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this research was to determine the effect of 1) educational apprenticeship 3 on the interest in becoming a teacher in students of Office Administration Education Study Program, FKIP UNS 2) family environment on the interest in becoming a teacher in students of Office Administration Education Study Program, FKIP UNS and 3) educational apprenticeship 3 and family environment together on the interest in becoming a teacher in students of Office Administration Education Study Program, FKIP UNS. The population in this research were all college students of Office Administration Education Study Program, FKIP UNS year 2015 as many as 51 students. The sample in this research as many as 51 students, using a saturated sampling technique. Data collection technique used in this research were questionnaire and document analysis. The data were analyzed using multiple regression analysis, t-test and F-test. This research concludes that there is a positive and significant effect of 1) educational apprenticeship 3 on the interest in becoming a teacher in students of Office Administration Education Study Program FKIP UNS. 2) family environment on the interest in becoming a teacher in students of Office Administration Education Study Program FKIP UNS, and 3) educational apprenticeship 3 and family environment together on the interest in becoming a teacher in students of Office Administration Education Study Program FKIP UNS.
STRATEGI PUBLIC RELATIONS UNTUK MENINGKATKAN DAYA TARIK WISATA, BUDAYA DAN PENDIDIKAN DI MUSEUM KERIS SURAKARTA
Authors: Ekawati Jihan Ramadhani , Sulistyaningrum I C. Dyah , Subarno Anton
Published: June 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui implementasi strategi public relations yang dilaksanakan oleh humas Museum Keris Surakarta. Jenis penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Museum Keris Surakarta  dan UPT Museum Surakarta. Data diperoleh dari informan, dokumen dan peristiwa dengan purposive sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Validitas data diperoleh dengan triangulasi sumber dan triangulasi metode. Teknik analisis data menggunakan analisis data model interaktif.

Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi strategi public relations di Museum Keris meliputi: 1) Pencarian Masalah, 2) Perencanaan Strategi, 3) Tindakan dan Komunikasi dengan menggunakan a) Strategi Operasional, b) Pendekatan Persuasif dan Edukatif, c) Pendekatan Kerja Sama, 4) Evaluasi Pelaksanaan Strategi.

 
ANALISIS KEPUASAN PELANGGAN PADA PELAYANAN AIR BERSIH DI PDAM TIRTA BENING KABUPATEN PATI
Authors: Nurwidya Arin , Sawiji Hery , Murwaningsih Tri
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine: (1) Customer satisfaction with clean water services (2) Obstacles faced in the implementation of clean water services, (3) Efforts performed by PDAM Tirta Bening, Pati Regency in solving obstacles of clean water services.

This type of research is descriptive qualitative with a case study approach. Sources of data in this study came from informants, events, and documents. The sampling technique used was purposive and snowball sampling. Data collection techniques were done through interviews, observation, and documentation.

The results of this study indicate that: (1) Customer satisfaction on water services related to tangible; assurance; responsiveness; and empathy dimensions are great. Nevertheless, the customer satisfaction related to reliability dimension is low and it needs some improvements, (2) Constraints faced in the implementation of clean water services are: (a) Lack of water sources, (b) Old piping networks, (c) Power outage by PLN, and (3) Efforts made in facing obstacles related to clean water services are: (a) Finding and opening sources of raw water, (b) Changing pipes gradually, (c) Increasing the number of generators.
UPAYA MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK MELALUI METODE MENGAJAR DISCOVERY LEARNING
Authors: 'Abidah Ulya Farras , Indrawati Cicilia Dyah Sulistyaningrum , Ninghardjanti Patni
Published: June 2024

This study aims to determine the improvement of learning outcomes and describe the learning process through the application of discovery learning methods to students of class X OTKP 1 at SMK Negeri 1 Ponorogo. This type of research is included in classroom action research with the design of Kemmis and Mc. Taggart. This study consisted of two cycles and each cycle consisted of four stages, namely planning, action, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this study were students of class X, totaling 15 people. Data was collected by using observation sheets and learning outcomes tests and reinforced by interviews and documentation. Data analysis techniques used are critical analysis techniques and comparative descriptive analysis techniques. The results showed that the learning outcomes of students in the first cycle the percentage of completeness was 73.3% (unfinished) and in the second cycle increased with the percentage of completeness of 86.67% (finish). The average score of student learning activities and teacher teaching in the first cycle both obtained a score of 2 (good enough) and in the second cycle increased with a score of 4 (very good) for student learning activities and a score of 3 (good) for teaching activities teacher. The conclusion from the results of this study is that the application of discovery learning methods can improve the learning outcomes of students in class X OTKP 1 SMK Negeri 1 Ponorogo on communication materials in the workplace.