bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
TEACHING METHODS USED TO BUILD NATURAL SCIENCE LITERACY
Authors: Banova Todorova Stoyanka
Published: August 2024

The results of Bulgarian students in the conducted international studies PISA and TIMSS show a decreasing trend. After 2006, the share of Bulgarian students with achievements below the critical threshold increased, with the most significant decrease being reported in the field of natural sciences. According to PISA data for the survey conducted in 2018, the average score of Bulgarian students (424 points) decreased by 22 points compared to the survey conducted in 2015 (446 points). The research also shows another very disturbing fact – the average result of Bulgarian students in natural sciences, which is 424 points, is significantly below the average result of the OECD countries, which is 489 points. The tendency of decrease of the results of Bulgarian students causes serious concerns and necessitates the search and discovery of teaching methods leading to an increase in students’ interest in natural sciences and in their results.
The article presents the results of a nationwide survey in which 65 teachers participated. The study aims to establish what the main criteria are for choosing methods used by teachers to build natural science literacy among students. The research was conducted through an online questionnaire with 8 questions of different types.
The results show that teachers apply different criteria when choosing a method. Most often, a certain method is chosen because of its effectiveness and the engagement of the students that it provokes. Some of the teachers share that they do not know the technology of a number of interactive methods.
METHODOLOGY OF COUNCELING IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
Authors: Kirilova Boyadzhieva-Deleva Elena
Published: August 2024

Counseling is one of the main directions in the activities of the professional profile of the speech and language therapist, along with the diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders. As a priority of the practice it is stated in documents of the International Association of Speech Sciences and Disorders (IALP), American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA), European Speech and Language Therapy Association (ESLA), Union of Private Practice Speech Language Therapists (UPPSLT), Bulgarian National Association of Logopedists (BNAL). While the methodology of speech pathology counseling has long been the subject of theoretical justifications in Western European and American scientific literature, in our country this is still an undeveloped field of science and practice. The purpose of the paper is to outline the methodological foundations of speech pathology counseling and to systematize its definition, goals, objectives and principles. The current views on the scope of speech pathology counseling and the theoretical statements on which its principles are based are analyzed. The paper is provoked by the need to develop guidelines for the Bulgarian speech and language therapy practice in providing counseling services. Its main conclusions can be used as a starting point in structuring a plan for counseling work with various communication disorders.
Correlations between blood pressure and brain function
Authors: Dziubek Dariusz , Dziubek Karolina
Published: August 2024

Arterial hypertension is a chronic inflammatory process. The brain centre that controls blood pressure is located in the rostral ventrolateral medulla. Chronic diseases of the circulatory system, such as hypertension or heart failure, result in changes in the expression of genes for neurotransmitters and neuromodulators of the brain, which leads to disturbances in the central regulation of homeostasis. Approximately 700–900 mL of blood flows through the brain per minute, which is approximately 15–20% of the cardiac output. Cerebral blood flow in physiological conditions is on average 50 mL/100 g/min and depends on the value of intracranial pressure and the degree of vascular resistance. Maintaining proper blood pressure homeostasis is essential for the brain to function correctly. Central autonomic regulation of blood pressure and the influence of blood pressure on brain function create an inseparable mutual feedback loop. Chronically high blood pressure values lead to irreversible changes in the cerebral vessels and are among the main risk factors for the development of atherosclerosis and stroke. Acute hypertension, as demonstrated in animal models, may lead to cognitive impairment caused by modification of protein transcription due to oxidative stress. Blood pressure values are subject to seasonal and circadian variations, which should be taken into account when planning treatment. This article compiles key information regarding the interdependence between blood pressure values and brain functionality, taking into account the basics of physiology and pathophysiology of the phenomenon and the latest reports from the scientific literature.
Adaptation of road safety inspection method to railway level crossings
Authors: Ladich Marcell , Miletics Dániel
Published: August 2024

In recent years, the number of road traffic crashes showed a decreasing trend in Hungary, but this cannot be stated about crashes at road-railway level crossings. The Hungarian Railways has repeatedly called attention to the dangers of rail transport. The main goal of this paper is to develop a new safety inspection method for road-railway level crossings based on the existing road safety inspection method. Based on the experiences of road safety inspections completed at ten locations suggestions were given for the adaptation of the method to railway crossings. The most important findings of the safety inspections are also presented in the paper.
Optimalisasi Sektor Umkm Dalam Program Kampung Tematik Waru Brillian Di Desa Bojong Renged Kecamatan Teluk Naga Dalam Prespektif Smart Village
Authors: Nabila Tria Rama , Santoso Seno , Machrunnisa Machrunnisa
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine the process, obstacles and efforts made in optimizing the MSME sector that runs in Waru Brillian Thematic Village in Bojong Renged Village, Teluknaga District. This research method uses qualitative methods. Data were collected by observation, interview and documentation techniques. The types and sources of data are primary data and secondary data. Data analysis techniques include data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The theoretical concept used in this study is the theoretical concept of a smart village according to Novi & Ella (2019) in (Herdiana, 2019) states that the dimensions used in a smart village are resources, technology, service chain, government, community and rural environment. . Based on the results of research on the MSME sector that runs in the Waru Brillian Thematic Village, seen from the success indicators of the smart village concept, it shows that the indicators for resources, service chains, government, community, and rural environment are in the good category or in accordance with the theory of success of the smart village. While the technology indicators are said to be not optimal so that there is a need to increase the use of technology, especially in the MSME sector in Waru Brillian Thematic Village. The inhibiting factors for the UMKM Waru Brillian Thematic Village include raw materials that are difficult to find because the plants in this thematic village do not vary yet, which hinders the production process, MSME food products also do not take care of licensing, for example, we do not have a halal certificate. the existence and limitations of the technology used by the people of Bojong Renged Village, Teluknaga District. Efforts to develop MSMEs that are running in Waru Brillian Thematic Village include the need for ongoing assistance to MSMEs, the need for digitalization of MSMEs and MSME actors must be more innovative in marketing MSME products.
Data-Driven Decision Making terkait Penetapan UKT di UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung
Authors: Abdillah Fauzan Hanif , Febrianti Ranti , Muslim Jaliludin
Published: August 2024

This paper discusses and interprets the results of several studies related to data-based decision-making. Data-based decision-making capabilities consist of Data Governance Capability, Data Analytics Capability, Performance Management Capability, Insight Exploitation Capability, and Integration Capability. The discussion is carried out by analyzing the description of four data-based decision-making capabilities related to tuition at UIN SGD Bandung: Data Governance Capability, Data Analytics Capability, Performance Management Capability, and Insight Exploitation Capability. The approach used in this study is qualitative with a case study design. The informants were obtained through a purposive sampling technique which was then tested for the validity of the results of the interviews by triangulating the data. The goal to be achieved is to describe how the process of using data in decision-making is carried out by campus authorities regarding tuition at UIN SGD Bandung so that it can produce a policy output. The findings in this study are that determining the amount of tuition accepted by UIN SGD Bandung students has gone through various processes, including using data as a reference for decision-making. However, a capability still needs to be fully fulfilled, namely, Performance Management Capability.Keywords: big data, data driven. Decision-making, tuition
Upaya Peningkatan Partisipasi Masyarakat dalam Pemanfaatan Aplikasi Layanan Aspirasi dan Pengaduan Online Rakyat di Kota Cimahi
Authors: Abubakar Rodlial Ramdhan Tackbir , Ananda Nurhaliza Ghea
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study is to find out, identify the inhibiting factors, and design recommendation efforts for the implementation of LAPOR! in Cimahi City for increased community participation in the supervision of public programs and services in Cimahi City. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative method. Data collection was carried out by interviews, observations, and documentation studies. Data analysis is carried out by collecting data, reducing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions. Then this data is tested for validity with Source Triangulation. Based on the results of the study the implementation of LAPOR! in Cimahi City has not run optimally. This is due to several hindering factors such as the lack of human resources managers, the commitment of regional devices to implement LAPOR! is still low, lack of supporting policies, budget constraints, and there is no information media about LAPOR! for the community. There are several efforts recommended in this study including the creation of infographics as an information medium, integrating services, enforcing official policies of the city government, improving the skills and capacity of human resources through training and coaching in the field of ICT, consistency, and expansion of socialization reach, as well as conducting regular monitoring and evaluation of realization.
Pengaruh Budaya Organisasi Terhadap Kinerja Pelayanan Puskesmas dalam Mewujudkan Mutu Pelayanan Puskesmas
Authors: Mardiana Deni , Susilawati Wati , Iriany Ieke Sartika
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan di UPT Puskesmas Karangmulya Karangpawitan Garut dengan tujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh budaya organisasi terhadap kinerja dan mutu pelayanan puskesmas. Menggunakan metode deskriptif dan teknik analisis jalur (path analysis), penelitian ini melibatkan 60 pasien sebagai responden. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa budaya organisasi, kinerja, dan mutu pelayanan puskesmas berada pada kriteria baik. Budaya organisasi memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kinerja dan mutu pelayanan. Berdasarkan temuan ini, disarankan agar Kepala Puskesmas UPT Karangmulya memenuhi standar pelayanan dengan melengkapi fasilitas dan alat kesehatan. Selain itu, pegawai puskesmas perlu meningkatkan budaya organisasi untuk memberikan pelayanan prima sesuai dengan visi dan misi Puskesmas Karangmulya.
Strategi Kepemimpinan Kepala Sekolah dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Kinerja Guru di SMA 7 Sarolangun
Authors: Sadan Muhammad , Rahman K. A. , Ali Raden Muhammad
Published: August 2024

Pemimpin pendidikan dilingkungan sekolah yaitu kepala sekolah.  Seorang pemimpin harus mampu menciptakan iklim dan suasana yang kondusif, aman, nyaman, tentram, menyenangkan penuh semangat untuk guru, karyawan dan siswa sekolah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskrpsikan strategi kepemimpinan kepala sekolah SMA 7 Sarolangun dalam meningkat kualitas kinerja guru. Penelitian ini menggunakan deskriptif kualitatif, subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah kepala sekolah dan guru. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi, wawancara dan studi dokumen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa strategi kepala sekolah yaitu (1) perencanaan pembelajaran dalam hal ini, kepala sekolah menerapkan bebrapa teknik untuk membantu guru dalam mengembangkan perencanaan pembelajaran, meliputi (a) Pembinaan Kinerja Guru, (b) Diklat. (2) Pelaksanaan pembelajaran, strategi yang digunakan kepala sekolah meliputi (a) Pengawasan pertama (b) sarana memfasilitasi (c) ikut serta dalam keluasan, (d) pemberian motivasi (e) pemberian penghargaan. (3) Evaluasi.
Thailand Seeking to Re-engage Myanmar Junta with Asean: National Interest or Political Ambition?
Authors: Masri Sylvia , Anwar Syaiful , Surjaatmadja Surachman
Published: August 2024

The government of Thailand under Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha hosted an informal meeting to have a discussion on Myanmar in Pattaya, 18-19 June 2023. The invitation was rejected by Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore because the meeting disagrees with the ASEAN's Five-Point Consensus issued to respond to Myanmar military coup d’etat in February 2021 and its after-effects. Apart from Thai Foreign Minister, only a few officials at a minister level attended the gathering, including Myanmar Foreign Minister, Than Swe; and Lao Foreign Minister, Saleumxay Kommasith. Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Vietnam, and the Philippines sent their representatives; and India and China were also present. Thailand defended its move, emphasizing that direct talks with Myanmar were necessary to protect Thailand because its territorial proximity with Myanmar had been creating refugee and border problems, and affecting badly their bilateral trade. The research seeks to explain whether Thailand promoting re-engagement between Myanmar junta and ASEAN is only based on the national interests of the country or there are other influencing factors, by focusing on Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha’s political track record and Thailand’s foreign policy under his government; and referring to hedging strategy. The research finds that the policy to re-engage Myanmar junta with ASEAN was influenced by the Prime Minister’s political interest, along with the need for Thailand to protect its national interests. Omnidirectional hedging strategy, in its relations with the US, China, and regional power house such as India, helps as well to explain the move Thailand made with regards to Myanmar and ASEAN.
Implementasi E-Government Melalui Sistem Persuratan Elektronik Pada Kementerian Sekretariat Negara Republik Indonesia
Authors: Widodo Widodo , Santodo Seno , Badar Refly
Published: August 2024

This study is the result of research conducted at the General Bureau of the General Secretariat of the Ministry of State Secretariat regarding the implementation of electronic mail systems in support of Electronic Government. This research was conducted using a descriptive-qualitative method. Through the E-Government theory approach quoted from Indrajit (2016), the researcher examines implementation based on three components, namely: (1) Support, in the form of policies that are the legal basis for the development of SPDE Open, namely PP No. 95 of 2018 concerning Systems Electronic Based Government; (2) Capability, broadly speaking, the ability is demonstrated by granting authority to the Bureau of Information, Data and Technology work units to develop systems, provision of tools or equipment channelled through the State Budget and development of the human resources themselves; and (3) Value which are the impact of implementation, this application can simplify mailing procedures, make employee mobility more efficient and effective and reinforce the directions given so that it can be said that the implementation of SPDE Open has reached the transformation phase, where a system has experienced further development so that services increase in an integrated manner. While the obstacles found in this research are of a technical nature where the display of the application website is not yet user-friendly and the unpreparedness of employees in accepting SPDE Open as part of work priorities, for this reason, further research is needed to find solutions to existing problems.
Perkembangan Pemikiran Hukum Usia Perkawinan di Indonesia: Sebuah Kajian Kebijakan Pemerintah
Authors: Lestari Elly , Mukhlas Oyo Sunaryo , Khosyi’ah Siah
Published: August 2024

Perkembangan pemikiran hukum terkait usia perkawinan di Indonesia berawal dari adanya aturan dalam KUHPerdata yang mengatur usia perkawinan minimal 18 tahun untuk laki-laki dan 15 tahun Perempuan, lalu diatur dalam Undang-Undang Perkawinan bahwa batas usia perkawinan adalah 19 tahun laki-laki dan 16 tahun untuk Perempuan, lalu dalam kompilasi hukum islam sama dengan Undang-Undang Nomor 1 dan yang terbaru adalah dalam Undang-Undang Nomor 16 tahun 2019 yaitu batas usia perkawinan adalah 19 tahun baik bagi laki-laki maupun Perempuan. Kemudian terdapat konsep maqashid syariah dalam hukum islam, maka perlau dianalisis sejauh mana batas usia perkawinan tersebut dapat mencapai maqashid syariah. Dari hasil pembahasan didapatkan bahwa batas usia perkawinan dalam Undang-Undang Nomor 16 tahun 2019 yang membatasi 19 tahun untuk laki-laki dan Perempuan sudah dapat dikatakan memenuhi prinsip maqashid syariah.
The Influence of Competency on Employee Performance at Public Security and Order Supervising Officer, Central Lombok Police
Authors: Permana I Putu Agus Indra , Indriati Fibria
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the relationship and influence between Competency and Performance of Bhabinkamtibmas police officers. The research was carried out using a quantitative approach by collecting data using a questionnaire from 103 Bhabinkamtibmas officers from a total of 139 officers. The questionnaire used has met the Validity and Reliability criteria very well. The results of the analysis carried out show that there is a significant relationship and influence of Competency on Performance. The influence value (R-Square) obtained was 0.768 or 76.8%, which is included in the strong category. This value shows that Competency is able to predict variations in Performance of 76.8% while the remaining 23.2% is predicted by other variables not used in the model. The regression equation obtained is Y = 0.613 + 0.846X, indicating that for every 1 point added to X, Y will increase by 0.846. In general, it can be concluded that to improve the performance of Bhabinkamtibmas, competency increases are needed and it would be very good if this improvement was carried out consistently to maintain the performance of Bhabinkamtibmas officers.
Implementasi Manajemen Layanan Haji Di Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Al Qudsy Nakhila Hunafa , Abidin Yusuf Zaenal , Setiawan Asep Iwan
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui perencanaan, pengorganisasian, pelaksanaan, dan pengawasan dalam pelayanan calon jemaah haji di masa pandemi Covid-19 berdasarkan pada teori empat fungsi manajemen yang dikemukakan oleh George R Terry. Penelitiaan ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi manajemen layanan haji di masa pandemi Covid-19 dilihat dari perencanaan terdapat lima program pelayanan untuk calon jemaah haji, pengorganisasian pelayanan dilaksanakan oleh staf-staf yang terbagi menjadi lima bidang berdasarkan keahlian dan kemampuan, pelaksanaan program pelayanan dijalankan dengan memperhatikan protokol kesehatan yang ketat, staf dibagi menjadi dua tim, dan pelayanan diberikan dalam bentuk pelayanan lisan, tulisan, serta perbuatan dan pada proses pengawasan dilakukan secara langsung dan tidak langsung yang diawasi oleh kepala seksi Penyelenggaraan Haji dan Umrah.
Peran Kecerdasan Emotional (Emotional Intellegence) Dalam Meningkatkan Empati Multibudaya (Multicultural Empathy) Pembimbing Haji
Authors: Alawiyah Tuti , Irmayanti Rima , Ningrum Devy Sekar Ayu , Suherman Maya Masyita
Published: August 2024

Kondisi jama’ah yang heterogen perlu disikapi secara empatik oleh pembimbing haji untuk meminimalisir konflik yang disebabkan oleh kesalahfahaman budaya baik antara jama’ah dengan pembimbing maupun diantara jama’ah sendiri sehingga tujuan dari pelaksanaan ibadah haji dapat tercapai. Oleh karena itu, peningkatan keterampilan empati multibudaya (multicultural empathy) menjadi sangat penting bagi pembimbing haji. Empati multibudaya tersebut meliputi kemampuan pembimbing untuk memahami dan berkomunikasi dengan jama’ah pada tingkat emosional, kognitif, dan perilaku. Artikel ini merupakan studi literatur yang berisi ulasan, rangkuman, dan pemikiran penulis tentang Peran Kecerdasan Emotional (Emotional Intellegence) Dalam Meningkatkan Empati Multibudaya (Multicultural Empathy) Pembimbing Haji. Data dibangun dengan menelusuri literatur berupa artikel-artikel konseptual yang relevan dan studi-studi terdahulu yang darinya kesimpulan dapat ditarik. Artikel konseptual ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi yang berharga dalam diskusi ilmiah serta menjadi data awal untuk penelitian tentang tema yang relevan.
Pengaruh Tingkat Kecenderungan Nomophobia dengan Pola Komunikasi Interpersonal Mahasiswa Ilmu Komunikasi UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya
Authors: Erlinda Putri , Ardhani Salma , Nirwana Esa  , Nur Romdlon Maslahul Adi
Published: August 2024

The development of technology that supports the sophistication of smartphones apparently has a negative impact, one of which is smartphone dependence, commonly referred to as Nomophobia (No Mobile Phone Phobia). This behavior can cause interpersonal communication in the real world to be rarely done. This study aims to determine how much influence the level of nomophobia tendency has on the interpersonal communication of Communication Science students at Sunan Ampel Surabaya State Islamic University. This study uses a non-probability sampling technique with a purposive sampling model using a questionnaire instrument. Questionnaires that have been given to 88 Communication Science students at Sunan Ampel Surabaya State Islamic University will be tested for correlation using IBM SPSS Statistics 24 where the results of research on nomophobia tendencies (X) and interpersonal communication patterns (Y) show a fairly large and strong relationship so that they can influence each other.
Motif Penggunaan Second Account Instagram Mahasiswa di Kota Bandung
Authors: Syaefulloh Iqbal
Published: August 2024

This research aims to describe the motives for using second accounts on Instagram social media by generation Z students in the city of Bandung. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The research results show that the motives for using second Instagram accounts among generation Z students are generally divided into two; First, students separate personal interests from business. Second, students want to separate formal and informal life on Instagram social media. The second motive is very dominant for generation Z. This is because they limit the quality and quantity of sharing moments on Instagram so that their personal data cannot be accessed by anyone. In addition, they also divide their friendship circles to avoid potential bias in communicating on Instagram social media. They are less confident if all these shares are on one account, so the audience on Instagram social media will be confused about that person's personality.
CLUBE DE LEITURA ESCREVIVÊNCIAS CIBERFEMINISTAS
Authors: Barros Raquel Silva , Santos Edmea Oliveira dos
Published: August 2024

O artigo apresenta o desenho didático arquitetado para o desenvolvimento do clube de leitura EscreVivências Ciberfeministas. O clube é fruto da pesquisa desenvolvida no Estágio de Pós-Doutorado junto à Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, que teve como objetivo forjar atos de currículo através da criação de um novo dispositivo de pesquisa-formação na cibercultura realizado no segundo semestre de 2023.  O clube de leitura EscreVivências Ciberfeministas contou com participantes sujeita/e/os graduandos da Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro e docentes da rede pública e privada da educação básica. O percurso metodológico se ancora nos aportes da pesquisa-formação, com bases epistêmicas inspiradas na multirreferencialidade, na cibercultura e nos estudos dos/com/nos cotidianos. Trazemos apontamentos sobre a importância da estruturação de cursos on-line pensados a partir da perspectiva de promoção de situações de aprendizagem, pautados na interatividade e hipertextualidade.
ROÇAS DE QUILOMBO...
Authors: Gondim Diego de Matos
Published: August 2024

Este texto é uma tentativa de ocupar quintais e cozinhas quilombolas para brincar com e partir do livro “a terra dá, a terra quer”, lavrado por Antônio dos Santos Bispo. Se se trata de uma “resenha” é porque faz uso desta forma textual para resenhar com o lavrador mencionado, como quem expressa em brincadeira a possibilidade de produzir roças de quilombo e, com isso, lançar impertinências à escola, ao currículo, e aos modos de pensar a educação.
CURRÍCULO, O TEMPO E AS REDES SOCIAIS
Authors: Reis Graça , Emilião Soymara , Rodrigues Allan
Published: August 2024

A presente proposta de dossiê temático tem como objetivo discutir caminhos e modos produzidos nas brechas e fissuras dos currículos que estão em circulação nas escolas, diante da aceleração do mundo, da fragmentação da atenção e dos interesses que vão sendo acostumados aos tempos das redes sociais. Quais os escapes das criações curriculares que são criadas pelos praticantes das escolas, diante deste tempo que parece cada vez mais curto ou só de likes? Pensar o currículo a partir de outra temporalidade significa desconfigurar  uma  formação  que durante muito tempo foi considerada a ideal, ou seja, um modelo eurocêntrico de pensar-fazer-saber educação como espaço da temporalidade.
Castles and other fortifications versus martial art
Authors: Cynarski Wojciech J.
Published: August 2024

From the perspective of the General Theory of Fighting Arts and the knowledge of defensive architecture and history, selected examples of medieval art of fortifications were shown. The author posed two problem questions: 1) What are the connections between the General Theory of Fighting Arts and the knowledge of defensive architecture? 2) How is this cultural heritage treated today? The defensive castles, as a manifestation of knightly culture, are an interesting topic of hoplological research, as well as from the perspective of the General Theory of Fighting Arts and the broadly understood anthropology of martial arts.The considerations were based on several categories of sources and literature on the subject. It was found that the knowledge of war (the art of war), including the defense of one’s own and the capture of enemy fortifications, resulted in the combined teaching of technology and engineering, combat tactics and defensive architecture. Historically, these relationships occur. At present, however, wooden and stone castles are the national and cultural heritage of humanity, similarly to traditional martial arts. The castles are currently used especially in tourism, museology, and sometimes also in the hotel industry, as a component of landscape architecture and interesting anthropogenic space.
Ivan Boberskyi – the founder of the Ukrainian system of physical education and sports
Authors: Sova Andrii , Romanchuk Olha , Koval Rostyslav
Published: August 2024

The purpose of the article is to comprehensively analyze the contribution of Ivan Boberskyi (1873–1947) to the formation and development of sports among the Ukrainians. The work is also relevant due to the fact that in February 2019, the Lviv State University of Physical Culture was named after Ivan Boberskyi. Ivan Boberskyi took his first steps in the field of physical education and sports as a teacher in the Academic Gymnasium (1901–1918) and its branch (1908–1910), in the private women’s seminary of the Ukrainian Pedagogical Society (1903–1905) and in the Basilian Sisters Servants Gymnasium (1906–1914) in Lviv. Here, relying on national traditions, he began to put into practice the knowledge acquired in Europe on the theory and methods of physical education. Thanks to Ivan Boberskyi, the Ukrainian Sports Club (1906), the Girls’Sports Club (1910), the sports society “Ukraine” (1911) and “Plast” (1911) were created. When he was in different countries, Ivan Boberskyi familiarized himself with the types of sports common there. He published his thoughts, impressions, remarks, scientific and methodological recommendations. Ivan Boberskyi introduced into wide use both foreign language sports concepts and terms developed and translated by him.
Ichnofossil of Nanggulan Deltaic System: Case Study of Watupuru Cross Section in Kulon Progo, Central Java, Indonesia
Authors: Nuraini Siti , Syafri Ildrem , Muljana Budi , Sudradjat Adjat
Published: August 2024

The Nanggulan Formation in Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta, Indonesia, is rich in ichnofossils as observed in a cross-section of the Watupuru River. This research aims to explore the relationship between ichnogenera, their behaviours and patterns during the deposition of the Nanggulan Formation in the Middle to Upper Eocene period. The study involved analyzing measured sections along the Watupuru River, paleocurrent measurements, and palynology. Seventeen ichnogenera were identified and linked to seven depositional facies within the Nanggulan Formation, i.e. Nummulites bank, prodelta, strand plain, delta front, delta plain, sandflat, and fluvial sand, categorized into autochthonous and allochthonous rock units. Allochthonous rocks, like tempestite and turbidite, were discovered within the autochthonous Nanggulan Formation with ichnogenera present in both types of rocks. Ichnofossils associated with the prodelta facies in autochthonous rocks included into Bergaueria, Siphonichnus, Phycodes, Trypanites, Treptichnus, Teredolites, Chondrites, and Thalassinoides, tend to indicate a muddy suspension environment. In contrast, the delta plain facies (FDP) indicating a calm oxidizing environment with ichnogenera contents like Teredolithes, Bergaueria, Scoyenia, Aulichnitus, Helminthopsis, Chondrites, Gastrochaelites, Ophiomorpha, and Siphonichnus were recognized. Factors influencing ichnofossil diversity include lighting, behaviour or adaptation to the environment, sedimentation rate, current control, and burrow infilling. The diversity of ichnofossils in allochthonous tempestite layers was influenced by post-catastrophic storm events. Barren ichnogenera at the base of tempestite layers indicated early storm surges, while the upper layers contained diverse ichnogenera such as Gastrochaelites, Psilonichnus, Bergaueria, and Planolites in the delta front facies (FDF). Tempestite layers in the sandflat facies (FSF) containing ichnogenera such as Thalassinoides, Bergaueria, Rhizocoralleum, Planolites, Cylindrichnus, and Siphonichnus, tend to show a favorable environment for organism post-storm.
Assessing Anesthetic Collaboration between Surgeons and Anesthesiologists
Authors: Salvador  , Alexandra  , Julie  , Dorothy  , Tyler  , Erin  , Luke
Published: August 2024

NA
Öğrenme Güçlüğü Olan Öğrencilerin, Okuma Akıcılığının Geliştirilmesinde Kullanılan Müdahale Paketinin Etkisi
Authors: Baran Büşra , Karabulut Alpaslan
Published: August 2024

Bu araştırmada, öğrenme güçlüğü olan öğrencilerin, okuma akıcılığının geliştirilmesinde kullanılan müdahale paketinin etkisi araştırılmıştır. Araştırmaya öğrenme güçlüğü tanısı almış ilkokul ikinci sınıfa devam eden üç öğrenci katılmıştır. Ayrıca öğrenciler okuma akıcılığı ve doğruluğu kazanırlarsa bu becerilerin 3, 5 ve 7 hafta sonra sürdürülmesine ilişkin izleme verileri, farklı metin türlerine beceriyi sergilemelerine yönelik genelleme verileri elde edilmiştir. Araştırmanın sosyal geçerlik verileri, öznel değerlendirme yöntemi ile belirlenmiştir. Araştırmada tek denekli araştırma yöntemlerinden “Denekler Arası Çoklu Yoklama Modeli” kullanılmıştır. Araştırmadan elde edilen bulgular, öğrenme güçlüğü olan öğrencilerin okuma akıcılığının ve doğruluğunun arttırılmasında model okuma, tekrarlı okuma, hata düzeltme, grafiksel dönüt, hedef koyma ve ödül müdahale paketinin üç öğrencide de etkili olduğunu göstermektedir. Öğrencilerin üçünde de okuma hızında ve doğruluğunda artış olmuş ve müdahale paketinin sonunda ulaşılan seviye izleme oturumlarında da korunmuş, ayrıca farklı metin türlerine genelleyebilmişlerdir. Sosyal geçerlilik bulguları incelendiğinde soruların geneline olumlu yönde görüş verildiği tespit edilmiştir.
[Erratum] Decision-making in non-invasive neuromodulation in children
Authors: Goulardins Juliana Barbosa , Baptista Rachel Fontes , Baptista Anna Fontes , Monte-Silva Kátia , Matos Marcos Almeida
Published: August 2024

INTRODUCTION: Electrical and magnetic stimulation of the nervous system has been used to treat cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, among other childhood conditions. OBJECTIVES: This infographic was designed to elucidate the decision-making process entailed in selecting neuromodulation protocols for children. METHODS: The development of this infographic was guided by the principles of several healthcare philosophies: (1) the Biopsychosocial Model of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health;1 (2) Patient- and Family-Centered Practice;2 (3) Evidence-Based Practice;3,4 and (4) the SMART model (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic/Relevant and Timely outcome) for establishing therapeutic goals.5 RESULTS: This visual tool delineated value points that should be considered before initiating any neuromodulation treatment, conceptualized within a structured framework across various levels, including screening, feasibility and safety assessment, selection of a “SMART” outcome, evaluation of complaints, protocol definition, risks clarification, assessment of benefits and cost-effectiveness, and collaborative and empowered participation of parents/caregivers. CONCLUSION: Neuromodulation protocols’ definitions involve a complex process, encompassing choices related to techniques, targets, parameters, distribution and number of sessions, and the potential incorporation of other therapeutic modalities. This process must be tailored to specific objectives to ensure that treatment can yield optimal results within the users’ functional conditions. Our infographic can serve as a tool for comprehensively visualizing the entire process and making well-informed choices in a clear, concise, and organized manner. Nevertheless, it is essential to acknowledge that this model is not flawless and should be refined further to advance toward more humanized and responsible care.
ECOEFICIÊNCIA NO GERENCIAMENTO DE RESÍDUOS SÓLIDOS: IMPACTOS POSITIVOS DAS TECNOLOGIAS
Authors: Araújo Andressa Lima de , Souza Wanderley de Jesus
Published: August 2024

A gestão eficiente de resíduos é essencial para identificar e reduzir desperdícios, realocando e reutilizando materiais em outras operações. O objetivo deste artigo é investigar soluções eficazes e sustentáveis para o gerenciamento ecoeficiente dos resíduos sólidos. Adotando o conceito de ecoeficiência, busca produzir mais bens e serviços utilizando menos recursos para gerar menos resíduos e poluição. A ecoeficiência envolve a oferta de bens e serviços a preços competitivos, garantindo qualidade de vida e reduzindo o impacto ecológico. Metodologicamente, o estudo analisa tecnologias emergentes, desde a coleta, transporte, até destinação final, reciclagem e reutilização. A avaliação dessas tecnologias considera critérios técnicos, econômicos e socioambientais, demonstrando os impactos positivos em suas implantações. Os resultados mostram que tecnologias avançadas de tratamento de resíduos, como compostagem, incineração associada à geração de energia e reciclagem de embalagens multicamadas, aumentam a eficiência do gerenciamento de resíduos. Assim, a ecoeficiência, sustentada por inovações tecnológicas, pode transformar os desafios do gerenciamento de resíduos em oportunidades para um desenvolvimento sustentável. Esta pesquisa oferece diretrizes práticas para gestores e formuladores de políticas públicas sobre a adoção de tecnologias ecoeficientes no gerenciamento de resíduos sólidos, promovendo práticas mais sustentáveis e eficientes.
Editorial
Authors:   Universidad de Antioquia, Gómez-Botero Maryory Astrid
Published: August 2024

The scientific journals sector is highly dynamic and multifaceted, leading to numerous international studies. Notably, the STM report, a triennial publication, tracks the evolution of this sector globally. Commissioned by the STM (International Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers), the report reflects the interests of both commercial and open access scientific publishers. The 2022 edition, analyzing data from 2019 to 2021, titled “2021 STM Report: Global Research Trends and Transformation in Open Access Publishing,” provides an in-depth overview of the scientific and academic publication market. It highlights significant growth driven by Open Access (OA) publishers and examines variations across different global markets.
Politicised at Home but not in Council: The European Coordination of Social Security Systems
Authors: Grabbe Christina
Published: August 2024

After seven years of negotiations, the European Parliament and the Council have yet to agree on the reform of one of the most essential regulations facilitating cross-border worker mobility in the EU: the Coordination of Social Security Systems (EC 883/2004). The lack of agreement remains puzzling, as all negotiating partners are generally in favour of the reform. Similar proposals on social policy, such as the Posting of Workers Directive or the Minimum-wage Directive, were also challenging to achieve but could be agreed upon. This article tests whether “unpolitics”—a destructive approach by populist governments in the Council to undermine EU policymaking—is the reason for the persisting deadlock on the file. The central finding of this article is that the interplay of populism and the status of member states as sending or receiving workers shape unpolitical behaviour. Contrary to expectations, unpolitics is largely absent in the behaviour of populist and non-populist governments. Unpolitical behaviour does not promise high gains for the populist governments from Central and Eastern Europe because these member states send workers. The smooth functioning of the freedom of workers is essential for them and their national discourses do not discuss the freedom of movement in the context of welfare chauvinism. Welfare chauvinism is much stronger in countries that receive workers, however, populists were not in power in these member states and therefore there was no unpolitical behaviour. The findings show that unpolitical behaviour is not used by mainstream governments, not even when it would seem likely from the nature of the policy issue. This article highlights that the probability of unpolitical behavior is influenced not only by the nature of the policy issue itself but also by domestic institutional and structural factors, as well as the national discourse.
Prescribing pattern of antibiotics in ENT outpatient department in a tertiary care teaching hospital, Salem
Authors: Rajaram Siddharaman , Shivakumar Senniappan
Published: August 2024

Background: It is essential to evaluate the patterns of antimicrobial   drugs prescribing, to know the microbial susceptibility and resistance to antimicrobial drugs. In this study, the Prescribing pattern of antibiotics was done after sensitizing about Standard treatment guidelines (STG) and using WHO core prescribing indicators.
Methods: This observational study was conducted from January 2022 to June 2022. The Prescriptions of patients with ENT infections were collected. Data of age, sex, type of   ENT infections and drugs were noted in case record form and evaluated. Details regarding WHO Core indicators for prescription were collected.
Results: 340 prescriptions were analysed. Commonly prescribed antimicrobial drugs belonged to penicillin group (57.6%) and Macrolides (27%) and Quinolones (14.1%) and Cephalosporins (3.5%). WHO core indicators- the antimicrobial drugs   prescribed were 1.0 per prescription. Most of the dosage form were oral tablets (93.3%), followed by injections (4.7%). The antimicrobials were prescribed by Generic name 83.6%. All the drugs are available from Essential drug list. The average number of drugs which were prescribed per prescription including antibiotics was 3.08.
Conclusions: In this study, Standard treatment guidelines (STG) for the ENT infections were followed and the antimicrobial drugs prescribed were Penicillin followed by Macrolides, and Cephalosporins. WHO   core prescribing indicators like, the prescribing in the generic name was found to be satisfactory, and the average number of drugs per prescription were as per WHO recommendation.
Effect of long-acting supplementary local anesthetic on intra and post operative pain in single visit root canal treatment: a randomized control trial
Authors: Rao Apeksha , Anithakumari R. , Khan Nida
Published: August 2024

Background: Patients often experience varying degrees of pain during or after root canal therapy. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of long-acting local anesthetics, specifically Ropivacaine, in preventing intra and postoperative pain associated with endodontic treatment compared to lignocaine.
Methods: This double-blind, randomised clinical trial included 60 patients with single-rooted mandibular pre-molar teeth. Patients were divided into three groups: Group 1 received lignocaine as an inferior alveolar nerve block, Group 2 received lignocaine as an inferior alveolar nerve block with supplementary intraligamentary lignocaine, and Group 3 received lignocaine as an inferior alveolar nerve block with supplementary intraligamentary Ropivacaine. Pain levels were assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS) before treatment, during treatment, and at 2, 6-, 12-, 24-, and 48-hours post-treatment. Statistical analysis included mean, standard deviation, Kruskal Wallis Test, Dunn's posthoc test, Chi-square, and Friedman’s test followed by Wilcoxon signed rank post hoc test.
Results: Ropivacaine as a supplementary intraligamentary anesthetic significantly reduced intraoperative pain levels at working length (p<0.001) compared to lignocaine used alone or with supplementary intraligamentary lignocaine. Group 3 exhibited statistically significant differences in postoperative pain levels at 12-hour intervals (p<0.001), correlating with reduced intake of oral analgesics (p=0.02).
Conclusions: A single dose of 0.2 ml of 0.5% Ropivacaine as a supplementary intraligamentary anaesthetic may be more effective in reducing or preventing intraoperative and post-operative endodontic pain compared to lignocaine, irrespective of the technique used.
Assessment of drug therapy problems among hypertensive patients at integral institute of medical science and research
Authors: Kapoor Ayushi , Asiya Aluminium Mustapha , Manger Sameer , Usman Isah , Sada Mudassir , Akhter M. Sohel , Parmar Vishal
Published: August 2024

Background: Drug therapy problems (DTP) encompass a range of categories. These include untreated indications, overdose, wrong choice of drugs, adverse drug reaction, drug-drug interaction, need for monitoring, and non-adherence etc. by recognizing and addressing these various drug related problems, healthcare professionals can optimize treatment outcomes and ensure patient safety. Aim was to assess DTP among hypertensive patients at IIMS&R hospital
Methods: Over a period of six months, a prospective observational study involving 107 subjects was conducted at IIMS&R hospital, Lucknow department of general medicine. Information about patient demographics, co-morbidities, and drug therapy problems in treatment of hypertension were collected and analyzed, and the results were expressed as percentages.
Results: In the study, 12 different types of antihypertensive medications were prescribed in a total of 225 drugs. Telmisartan, amlodipine, torsemide, and furosemide emerged as the most commonly prescribed medications. Telmisartan was frequently prescribed orally, while furosemide was primarily administered intravenously. Drug therapy problems such as untreated indication, lack of patient compliance, adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and potential interactions were found
Conclusions: The study highlighted the importance of monitoring and addressing potential drug interactions, medication adherence were common drug therapy problems. This underscores the immediate need for health education and sensitization initiatives targeted at individuals with hypertension, aiming to improve the overall quality of life for these patients.
Knowledge, attitude, and practice about antimicrobial stewardship concepts among practitioners
Authors: Bodke Akshay Vishwasrao , Mujeeb Momin M. Abdul , Pardeshi Milind L. , Dabhade Sangeeta S. , Tiwari Smita A. , Gawari Nitin C. , Jadhav Amol R. , Kedare Rahul V.
Published: August 2024

Background: Antimicrobial agents have been crucial in human medicine for over five decades. However, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become a significant global threat, with the world health organization (WHO) identifying it as a top ten health threat in 2019. Over 50% of antimicrobials are improperly used, leading to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. This study assesses the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of physicians regarding AMR to enhance antimicrobial stewardship (AMS).
Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted among physicians in Maharashtra, India, from December 2023 to March 2024. A self-administered survey, developed through literature review and pilot testing, was distributed electronically. The questionnaire included 27 questions across three sections: knowledge, attitude, and practice. Responses were collected anonymously.
Results: Out of 580 responses, 72% of participants were aware of AMS, with an average knowledge score of 7.3 out of 11. High awareness was noted, with 96% correctly identifying the primary goal of AMS. However, only 31.6% consistently documented the rationale for prescriptions, and 80.3% de-escalated from broad-spectrum to narrow-spectrum antimicrobials based on culture results.
Conclusions: While foundational knowledge and positive attitudes towards AMS were strong, variability in practices highlighted the need for ongoing education and system improvements. Gaps in specific knowledge areas and mixed attitudes towards newer antimicrobials and long-duration antimicrobial use indicate the need for consistent guidelines and education. Improving documentation practices, updating resistance patterns, and enhancing trust in laboratory results are crucial for optimizing AMS. Further research should address the influence of physicians' specialties, hospital types, and years of experience on prescribing behaviors.