bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Trident-shaped monopole antenna withp-methoxy-benzylidene-p-n-butyl aniline (MBBA) nematic liquid crystal (NLC) for C- and X-band applications
Authors: Prasad Nagandla , Pardhasaradhi Pokkunuri , Madhav Boddapati Taraka Phani , Manepalli Rama Krishna Nanchara Rao
Published: July 2023

In this research article, a novel MBBA nematic liquid crystal (NLC) based circular trident-shaped antenna is proposed for both C-band and X-band microwave applications. The proposed antenna contains a trident-shaped radiating patch, which is made of copper material, and glass material is utilized as a dielectric substrate for the proposed novel MBBA-based trident shaped antenna. The dielectric substrate contains two glass plates with a thickness of 1 mm each and is separated by an air gap of 0.003 mm to fill MBBA nematic liquid crystal. So, the overall size of the proposed antenna will become 15 × 20 × 2.003 mm3. The dielectric constant of each glass plate is chosen as 5.438. However, the antenna operates at a single frequency band, when MBBA material is not present between the glass plates and produces two distinct resonant frequencies when the air gap between the glass plates is filled with MBBA NLC. Antenna radiation parameters such as gain, radiation efficiency, reflection coefficient, and radiation patterns are compared for both simulation and measurement.
Synthesis of doped metal sulfide nanoparticles and their graphene reinforced nanohybrid for Pb(II) detection
Authors: Nazik Ghulam , Aadil Muhammad , Zulfiqar Sonia , Hassan Warda , Rahman Abdur , Ibrahim Sobhy M. , Naseem Khalida , Sheikh Tahir Ali , Akhtar Muhammad Nadeem
Published: July 2023

This paper explores different techniques to combine and improve the electrochemical sensing activities of the transition metal chalcogenide. The transition metal chalcogenide was doped with a suitable dopant to tune the band structure. Surface-assisted nanotechnology was used to enrich the superficial properties of the doped material. Lastly, the nanostructured doped materials were physically mixed with the graphene nanoplates (GNPs) to improve the flow of charges and the stability of the electrochemistry. The most electrically conductive and common metal sulfides in nature were chosen and prepared using a cheap and easy wet-route method. Crystal structure, chemical functionality, texture, composition, and thermal stability of undoped, doped, and composite materials were determined using physicochemical techniques such as X-ray diffraction, FTIR, SEM, EDX, and TGA. N2-adsorption-desorption, current-voltage, and impedance studies show that the composite sample’s surface area, electrical conductivity, and charge transport properties are superior to those of the undoped and doped samples. Regarding electrochemical applications, the composite material supported a glassy carbon electrode (Co–Cu2S/Gr@GCE) with excellent Pb(II) ion sensing activity. Moreover, the sensitivity, detection, and quantification limits of the modified electrode for Pb(II) detection were computed to be 88.68 μAμMcm−2, 0.091 μM, and 0.30 μM, respectively. The key features developed in the metal sulfide for its enhancement of electrochemical sensing activity are a high surface area, good conductivity, and fast electron transport by adopting nanotechnology, metal doping, and composite formation methodologies. Based on the results of the experiments, we can say that using multiple inputs to integrate the feature we want is an excellent way to make electrochemical systems for the next generation.
Isotropic Pressure Membrane Sensor to Establish Shrinkage Stress Evolution in Clayey Soil
Authors: Venkatesh Prasanna , Joseph Jeevan , Gayathry P.
Published: July 2023

The shrinkage behavior of clay has been identified to have a significant influence on many geotechnical problems that include foundation failure, slope instability, damages in buried pipelines, crack formation in liner systems, etc. In this context, researchers have focused on understanding and quantifying the effect of shrinkage behavior of fine-grained soils in terms of volumetric shrinkage and crack propagation. But it has been realized that shrinkage stresses would also develop in fine-grained soil mass in tandem with volumetric shrinkage owing to tensile stresses and particle rearrangement. This necessitates mapping shrinkage stress evolution in clayey soils of distinct mineralogical and plasticity characteristics. Under these circumstances, the authors have developed a novel isotropic pressure monitoring device (I-PMD) and test protocols to measure shrinkage stress in clayey soil. The results obtained from the present study demonstrate the efficacy of employing I-PMD for establishing (i) soil shrinkage stress curve and (ii) maximum shrinkage stress σsmax of clayey soils while drying. From the present study, it has been inferred that the shrinkage stress initiation point is dependent on its liquid limit, and also, a steady increase in stress generation has been identified in its semisolid state. The result obtained from the experimental studies has been utilized to establish the empirical relationship to estimate shrinkage stress from clay characteristics.
Knowledge of Students of Medical and Non-medical Faculties on the Principles of Premedical First Aid in Stroke
Authors: Żdanowicz Anna , Jaszczyk Julia , Płociennik Sabina , Łyszyk Natalia , Wiszniewska Małgorzata
Published: July 2023

Introduction. A stroke is a sudden, unexpected condition that can be life threatening and requires hospitalization. The time from the onset of stroke symptoms to the provision of medical attention is very important. The later help is provided, the chances of recovery decrease, and the possibility of permanent disability increases.

Aim. The aim of the study was to assess the level of knowledge of students of medical and non-medical faculties on the principles of pre-medical first aid in stroke and to determine the state of general knowledge about stroke.

Material and Methods. The study was conducted among students of the Academy of Applied Sciences of Stanisław Staszic in Piła in the academic year 2020/2021. 186 students participated in the study, including 77 students of non-medical faculties and 109 students of medical faculties. The study used the diagnostic survey method using the author’s questionnaire. Each data is described in terms of quantity and percentage. The distribution of features in groups of students of non-medical and medical faculties was checked with the chi-square test. The level of significance was p < 0.05.

Results. The level of students’ knowledge depended on the field of study. Students of non-medical faculties definitely more often answered “I don’t know” to the questions asked, they had less knowledge about recognizing the symptoms or risk factors of stroke. The average level of knowledge of non-medical students was 2.88 ± 0.79 and was significantly lower (t = –5.73, p < 0.0001) than the average level of knowledge of medical students of 3.60 ± 0.97.

Conclusions. Weaker knowledge of the issues related to stroke among students of non-medical faculties indicates the need for urgent education of students in the field of stroke, so that they can recognize a stroke and take appropriate action quickly, thanks to which the patient will have a chance to quickly reach the right hospital, and thus receive the best possible treatment according to current recommendations. Students of both medical and non-medical studies should be able to participate in additional classes developing knowledge and practical skills in the field of stroke management. (JNNN 2022;11(4):154–161)
Femoral Nerve Injury during Neuroborreliosis — Nursing Care. Case Report
Authors: Michalak Monika , Frysiak Grażyna , Kazimierska-Zając Magdalena
Published: July 2023

Introduction. Neuroborreliosis is an insidious disease. It is often confused with other neurological diseases. Diagnosis is possible when the following are present: neurological symptoms indicative of neuroborreliosis, pleocytosis in CSF, and production of antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi in CSF.

Aim. To assess the health situation and determine the nursing needs of a patient with femoral nerve damage during neuroborreliosis.

Case Report. A 31-year-old woman was admitted to the Department of Neurology as an elective patient. On the basis of the clinical picture, elevated levels of protein and lymphocytic cells in the examination of cerebrospinal fluid and the demonstrated intrathecal synthesis of antibodies against Borrelia diagnosed neuroborreliosis with damage to the left femoral nerve. Observation, interview, and analysis of medical records were used to identify nursing problems correctly. The scales used were: the NRS Rating Scale (pain intensity), Lovett Scale (muscle strength assessment), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale Questionnaire (a modified version of the HADS scale to assess anxiety and depression), AIS Scale (to assess insomnia), Baxter Scale (to monitor and assess the risk of complications associated with venous cannulation).

Conclusions. Dorothea Orem’s nursing theory is appropriate for a patient with neuroborreliosis. The patient’s main problems are: experiencing pain, difficulty in movement, and mental deterioration. The disease and related treatment and hospitalization influence bio-psycho-social deterioration. Holistic nursing management should be adapted to the patient’s changing condition. Care includes activities aimed at nullifying the effects of the disease, providing emotional support, and education regarding proper rehabilitation management and prevention of Lyme disease. (JNNN 2022;11(4):174–179)
Queer Trash
Authors: Eppley Charles
Published: July 2023

“Queer Politics & Positionalities in Sonic Art” series editor Charles Eppley speaks with Michael Foster and Richard Kamerman of Queer Trash, a curatorial platform based in New York City that features experimental art, music, and performance by LGBTQ2S+ artists. They discuss the concepts of queer sound and listening, methods of improvisation, queer identity and expression, tokenization and exploitation, DIY culture, and the limits of arts funding for queer sonic artists.
Identifying the Initiatives of Construction Waste Management in Malaysia towards achieving Sustainable Construction
Authors: Mohd Noor Ts. Sr Dr Siti Nur Aishah , Holelkusairi Muhammad Shazwan , Ab Wahab Dr Lilawati Ab Wahab , Mohd Kamar Dr. Izatul Farrita , Ramly Ts. Sr Mohd Khairul Amri
Published: July 2023

Construction waste management is not a new topic in the construction industry. It involves the management of waste material arising from construction, renovation, and demolition activities as such concrete, timber, steel, and plastics products. The poor construction waste management practice has led to failure to ensure sustainability in construction by increasing environmental impacts and illegal dumping. Hence, with proper construction waste management techniques and processes, the notion of sustainable construction can easily be achieved. The aim of this study is to identify the initiatives for construction waste management toward sustainable construction. The study adopted a quantitative method of questionnaires survey distributed to 118 numbers of Grade 7 Contractors in Pahang. The professional teams in the company provide their responses in regard to waste management initiatives taken by them. The findings revealed several initiatives taken by contractors in helping to move towards sustainable construction in Pahang as such strengthening the policies in government agencies regarding waste management and compliance with the law to the general legislative structure. This study contributes to increasing the effectiveness of managing construction waste, particularly for contractor companies who are major involved during the construction process.
Evaluation of Entrepreneurship Education Curriculum Implementation at SMK PGRI 1 Mejobo Kudus
Authors: Rahayu Erika , Budiyono Budiyono , Kustiono Kustiono
Published: July 2023

Data on the open unemployment rate by level of education from the Central Bureau of Statistics shows that the number of unemployed among vocational school graduates is still very high, which means that investment in entrepreneurial mentality is still lacking. The purpose of this study was to analyze and evaluate the level of achievement and suitability between the programs that have been planned and the implementation and results achieved in the implementation of the entrepreneurship education curriculum. This research is evaluative research using a Mix Method (combination) approach. Based on the analysis of research results on the context aspect, it shows that the school's vision, mission, and goals are by the National Education Goals, and adapted to the needs of students. The input aspect shows students, educators, and infrastructure included in the very good category. The process aspect shows that the preparation of the Learning Implementation Plan and Learning Implementation Process documents complies with applicable government regulations and runs very well. The product aspect shows the achievement of entrepreneurial values and students' entrepreneurial interest in the good category. All aspects studied on average reached the good category, this shows that the implementation of the entrepreneurship education curriculum at SMK PGRI 1 Mejobo Kudus has been adjusted to the planning, both in context, input, process, and product aspects. It is hoped that this research can provide information about the implementation of the entrepreneurship education curriculum so that schools can improve the quality of learning, provide facilities and infrastructure, and increase the professionalism of supporting resources. The school needs to carry out regular follow-up evaluations of the curriculum applied.
Scouting Strategy in Implementation Character Building at Sekolah Alam Ungaran (SAUNG)
Authors: Widiastuti Retno , Utanto Yuli , Haryono Haryono
Published: July 2023

Character education is an important issue caused by the emergence of the behavior of the younger generation that is contrary to Indonesian religious, social, legal, and cultural norms. The objectives of this study are to analyze Scouting learning strategies in the implementation of Character Building in SAUNG, analyze the results of the impact of scouting on changes in student behavior in SAUNG, and analyze implementation barriers and solutions. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods. The subject of the study consisted of the Principal, teachers, and students at the Alam Ungaran School. Data analysis techniques are carried out by data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The validity of the data uses source triangulation and engineering triangulation. The results of this research are through the Scouting strategy in the implementation of Caracter Building in SAUNG schools which includes planning, implementing, and evaluating, which can shape student behavior discipline, leadership spirit, confidence, and responsibility. Obstacles that often occur include a lack of character building from the environment outside the school such as the community and family environment. The solution is through habituation and approach to students. The existence of this research can be a reference to form good character in students.
Social Construction of Defecation Behavior in Disadvantaged Villages
Authors: Agustinus Edy , Pranaka Resky Nanda , Efriani Efriani
Published: July 2023

In 2020, the status of the Disadvantaged Village is pinned to Bengawan Ampar Village. The sanitation achievement is only 31% which indicates that defecation behavior in the area needs better direction. This study was conducted from July to December 2020. Informants were determined by purposive sampling. There are 8 informants, 4 have latrines, and the rest do not. They are 29-59 years old. This qualitative research aims to analyze the social construction of defecation behavior in people in disadvantaged villages. By using the analysis of the Miles and Huberman model, the study results confirm that most of the defecation behavior of the people of Bengawan Ampar Village is in the river and yard. The contributing factors include (1) the old habit of defecating in the river or yard; (2) economic conditions; (3) pigs are not penned; (4) limited infrastructure such as water, electricity, and roads; (5) lack of counseling; and (6) limited number of health workers.
The Spatial Pattern of the Spread of the COVID-19 Pandemic (Case Study: DKI Jakarta Province)
Authors: Arini Dwi , Syetiawan Agung , Pitria Eliza Nanda , Armi Ilham
Published: July 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has been running in Indonesia for more than two years. The first case was found in March 2020. DKI Jakarta as the capital city of the country with a high population density and an economic center that was threatened because the area has a high vulnerability to the spread of COVID-19. The number of confirmed cases that continue to soar and the spread that is difficult to be controlled have resulted in the DKI Jakarta government taking policies such as implementing large-scale social restrictions (PSBB), which aims to stop the spread of COVID-19 and to look for patterns of spread of COVID-19. This study uses a geographic information system in looking for patterns of the spread of COVID-19. The analytical method used is spatial autocorrelation, which is carried out using the Moran Index. In addition, the autocorrelation test was also carried out using a Local Indicator of Spatial Autocorrelation (LISA) with the results in the form of a cluster map and a map of significance. The Ordinary Least Squares analysis method is a regression technique that provides a global model for understanding and predicting variables in research. The correlation variables used in this research are Markets, Supermarkets, Buses, and Stations. The result of this study is the spatial autocorrelation of the pattern of spread of COVID-19 between villages and spatially the distribution pattern is clustered. In the OLS regression distribution pattern, the supermarket variable with an R-Squared value of 0.128555 or 12% affects the spread of COVID-19. Based on the calculation of R-Square, Koenker (BP) in addition to the OLS model, the assumption of homoscedasticity is not met, so the model is Ordinary Least Squares not good compared to other models in analyzing the pattern of the spread of COVID-19 in DKI Jakarta.
Reassuring The Prevalence of Cerebral Palsy in Asian Children and Adolescents
Authors: Andromeda Andromeda , Hartini Nurul , Suryanto Suryanto
Published: July 2023

Cerebral palsy is becoming more common as a cause of developmental disorders in children. Several studies in low-income Asian countries found a higher prevalence of CP than in Europe. However, another study discovered the inverse result. The disparity in the results of these studies emphasizes the importance of the current study in updating the prevalence of CP in Asia. A systematic review and meta-analysis approach has been used in this study by searching for articles on three databases: PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect. Eight articles were chosen through several screening stages and subjected to quality assessment. According to the study's findings, the prevalence of CP in Asia is 2.19 per 1000 children and adolescents (95% CI). Children and adolescents from low-income families have the highest incidence rate, with spastic-CP type being the most common classification.
Angraini Model as Effort to Early Detection of Chronic Energy Deficiency in Pregnancy
Authors: Angraini Dian Isti , Sulastri Delmi , Hardisman Hardisman , Yusrawati Yusrawati
Published: July 2023

The prevalence of chronic energy deficiency in pregnant women in Indonesia is still high. This condition is one of the unresolved nutritional problems such as stunting. This study aims to develop the Angraini Model, as an effort to early detection of chronic energy deficiency in pregnancy. This research is a quantitative study with a case-control design on 190 CED and non-CED pregnant women in the city of Bandar Lampung. The research took time from October 2018 to July 2021. The data used in this study are 18 indicators and 7 latent variables. Latent variables consist of socioeconomic (education, employment, income, knowledge), culture (age, parity, food taboo), BMI (prepregnancy BMI), laboratory (anemia, iron status, protein status), food intake (energy, protein, fat carbohydrates, iron), weight gain during pregnancy (pregnancy weight gain), and CED (chronic energy deficiency). Data were analyzed using a structural equation model (SEM) with Lisrel software and then built into a web-based expert system. The results of the SEM analysis stated that food intake, laboratory values, and weight gain during pregnancy directly affect the incidence of CED. socioeconomic variables (knowledge, education, employment, and income), culture (age, parity, and food taboo), and prepregnancy BMI indirectly affect the incidence of CED through food intake variables. The model obtained based on SEM analysis is then built in a web-based expert system with the address modelangraini.com. The Angraini model is a web-based expert system that can be used to detect early CED in pregnant women for health workers in primary healthcare facilities.
Wood hemicellulose/chitosan-based semi-interpenetrating network hydrogels: Mechanical, swelling and controlled drug release properties
Authors: Karaaslan Ahmet M. , Tshabalala Mandla A. , Buschle-Diller Gisela
Published: July 2023

The cell wall of most plant biomass from forest and agricultural resources consists of three major polymers, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin. Of these, hemicelluloses have gained increasing attention as sustainable raw materials. In this study, novel pH-sensitive semi-IPN hydrogels based on hemicelluloses and chitosan were prepared using glutaraldehyde as the crosslinking agent. The hemicellulose isolated from aspen was analyzed for sugar content by HPLC, and its molecular weight distribution was determined by high performance size exclusion chromatography. Results revealed that hemicellulose had a broad molecular weight distribution with a fair amount of polymeric units, together with xylose, arabinose, and glucose. The effects of hemicellulose content on mechanical properties and swelling behavior of hydrogels were investigated. The semi-IPNs hydrogel structure was confirmed by FT-IR, X-ray study, and the ninhydrin assay method. X-ray analysis showed that higher hemicellulose contents yielded higher crystallinity. Mechanical properties were mainly dependent on the crosslink density and average molecular weight between crosslinks. Swelling ratios increased with increasing hemicellulose content and were high at low pH values due to repulsion between similarly charged groups. In vitro release study of a model drug showed that these semi-IPN hydrogels could be used for controlled drug delivery into gastric fluid.
Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome and Related Factors Based on Smoking Status and Physical Activity in Korean Adult Men
Authors: Yuan Han , Kim Maeng-Kyu
Published: July 2023

Cigarette smoking and physical inactivity are critical risk factors for the prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS). This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of MetS and its related factors in adult men based on their physical activity (PA) levels and smoking status.In this cross-sectional analysis, 5,984 adult men aged 19-64 years were included based on the 7th Korean national health and nutrition examination survey (2016-2018). MetS was diagnosed based on the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III criteria, and PA was categorized as light PA (LPA), moderate, and vigorous PA (VPA). We used linear and logistic regression models to analyze the association between PA, MetS, and smoking status.The prevalence of MetS in adult men was 27.8%, with the risk of MetS increasing with smoking and LPA. The risk of MetS significantly reduced by 64.7% in the VPA and quitter groups compared to that in the LPA and smoking groups (odds ratio, 0.353; 95% confidence interval, 0.232-0.539; P=0.001).Our study findings suggest that VPA may be an effective means of reducing the risk of MetS in adult men, while smoking and LPA may increase the risk of MetS.
Radiometric survey in microscopy laboratory
Authors: Profeta William Henrique Silva , Haubrich Otto , Ogihara Jonnathan Toshio , Fontes Gabriel Garro Gomes , Pereira Itamar Arnaldo Tororó , Azevedo Ary Machado de , Soares Joana Batista , Andrade Edson Ramos de , Soares Joana Batista , Andrade Edson Ramos de , Cardoso Domingos D'Oliveira
Published: July 2023

The objective of this paper was the radiometric survey at the Materials Engineering Laboratory of the Military Institute of Engineering, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Properties of materials are analyzed in this laboratory using X-rays machines. For the development of that work, two scintillator detectors were used with their associated electronics. Detector “A” has NaI(Tl) as scintillator material and detector “B” has CeBr3. In addition to verifying whether the measured dose rate is in accordance with that provided by the CNEN standard, a comparison was made between the efficiencies of these radiation detection equipment.
Вплив електроноакцепторних замісників у мезо-положенні поліметинового хромофора на спектри поглинання індогептаметинціанінових барвників
Authors: Шаранов І.П. , Сломінський Ю.Л.
Published: July 2023

Розроблено методи синтезу і досліджено спектральні властивості нових індогептаметинціанінів з електроноакцепторними замісниками в мезо-положенні поліметинового ланцюга з жорстко фіксованою конформацією поліметиленовими містковими угрупованнями. Показано, що ці барвники інтенсивно поглинають світло у практично важливому ближньому інфрачервоному діапазоні спектра. Виявлено та інтерпретовано методом неемпіричної квантової хімії DFT-B3LYP неординарні спектральні ефекти мезо-етилтіо-групи. Синтезовані барвники характеризуються негативною сольватохромією. Вивчено вплив природи замісників при атомі нітрогену гетерозалишків на спектри поглинання індогептаметинціанінів.
Humanitarian Physicians’ Views on Spirituality
Authors: Meldrum Helen
Published: July 2023

The role of spirituality in medicine has become a focal point for an ongoing international debate and conversation. How do physicians who are recognized as outstanding humanitarians define the importance of spirituality, in their lives and in their professional work? Fourteen winners of the American Medical
Association Foundation’s Excellence in Medicine: Pride in the Profession Award were interviewed to ascertain their views on spirituality. This article focuses on the doctors’ perceptions of how their spiritual underpinnings affect their lives and work in medicine. All of the doctors felt spirituality was important to their own experience and to the task of understanding their patients holistically. A significant theme tying together the physicians’ views was that each one acknowledged that spirituality was a part of their undergirding support system, both in their private lives and in their profession. All of the doctors lived by a creed of “doing good while doing well by the patient”—inside or outside of traditional spiritual terminology.
Return of the Repressed
Authors: Gleig Ann
Published: July 2023

Recent years have witnessed an increasing embrace of forms of religion and spirituality within the field of psychoanalysis. This article examines the emergence of the phenomena of “psychoanalysis as spirituality,” namely the radical claims, advanced by a number of influential contemporary analysts, that the unconscious has an inherently mystical dimension and that psychoanalysis can function as a modern secular spiritual practice. It creatively adopts Freud’s concept of the “return of the repressed,” the return of desires that, being socially unacceptable, have been excluded from consciousness, to suggest that the current conflation of psychoanalysis and spirituality signifies a recovery of the hidden historic religious and esoteric origins of psychoanalysis. It concludes that the wider post-modern shift within psychoanalysis has undermined oppositions between the scientific and the religious, the objective and subjective, the ego and id, and created a contemporary context in which these repressed esoteric roots can manifest in culturally acceptable ways.
Revisiting Halliday (1990) ‘New Ways of Meaning: The Challenge to Applied Linguistics’
Authors: Law Locky , Matthiessen Christian M. I. M.
Published: July 2023

Three decades ago, M. A. K. Halliday, the founder of systemic functional linguistics (SFL), presented a paper to AILA in Greece entitled ‘New Ways of Meaning: A Challenge to Applied Linguistics’ (Halliday, 1990), which introduced the notion of an ecological study of language (Fill and Mühlhäusler, 2001). In this seminal paper, Halliday emphasizes that ‘language does not passively reflect reality; language actively creates reality’ (cf. Halliday and Matthiessen, 1999) and that ‘lexicogrammar... shapes experience and transforms our perceptions into meanings’ (Halliday, 1990: 65). He identifies three ‘problematic spheres’ as foreseeable challenges – language planning, the register of scientific discourse and of language and prejudice, involving the deployment of resources within the system that constructs sexism, racism, growthism, and classism; and highlights the role of future applied linguists – ‘to use our theory of grammar... as a metatheory for understanding how grammar functions as a theory of experience’ (1990: 69) and ‘to learn to educate five billion children ... at such a time it is as well to reflect on how language construes the world’ (1990: 91), one that contains numerous ecosystems essential to the human survival. Three decades later, at a time when we humans continue to destroy the only habitable planet known in the universe, ‘ecolinguistics’ has been established and recognized as a field of research and activity (one involving ideological tensions, cf. Martin, 1986), drawing centrally on Halliday (1990), but is his challenge being met outside the academic community? We revisit the challenge and mission envisaged by Halliday to answer the questions, ‘What has changed?’ and ‘What still needs to be done?’ We adopt a systemic functional linguistics approach to investigate the questions in a wide range of registers where environmental issues are being processed semiotically and opinions are being formed, including examples from political discourse, news media, social media, and late-night talk shows on topics surrounding climate change, renewable energy, wildlife conservation and extinction, and economic inequality. We also pay attention to texts likely to be influential in the life of children and their gradual construal of their own world views with associated value systems (cf. Matthiessen, 2015).
Bez retuszu George F. Kennan i jego dzienniki
Authors:   SWPS Uniwersytet Humanistycznospołeczny, Grzeloński Bogdan
Published: July 2023

In his article Bogdan Grzelonski, Polish ambassador to Canada between 1997 and 2000, discusses a book edited by author and historian Frank Costigliola Kennan diaries. He states that the masterfully selected and annotated diaries make for a fascinating reading about Kennan’s professional and personal life. He specifically brings to attention these parts, that are concerned with the Soviet Union, Europe and Poland. B. Grzeloński underline that Kennan raised in his diary issues which still ring clearly today.
Historia rosyjskiej XIX-wiecznej myśli społeczno- -politycznej. Problem cezury początkowej i końcowej
Authors:   Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza w Poznaniu, Hordecki Bartosz
Published: July 2023

The main aim of the text was to determine the beginning and the end of the nineteenth-century in Russia in the field of socio-political thought. Both the initial turning point and final turning point were chosen with intention to facilitate the understanding of specificity of Russian socio-political thinking in the age of last five tsars. The article presents the position that it’s useful not to adapt the periodizations well known and well-established in contemporary historiography. These are often too universal, good for description of general image of socio-political debate in the industrial era. However, one needs different, more specialized concepts if it comes to grasp the details which make Russian nineteenth-century socio-political mentality unique and developing with its own logic.
Impact of War on Hydroecosystems of Ukraine: Conclusion of the First Year of the Full-Scale Invasion of Russia (a Review)
Authors: Afanasyev S. O.
Published: July 2023

Paper deals with impact of hostilities on hydroecosystems of Ukraine. The main types of impacts in different river basins and their effects are considered. The algorithm of measures was proposed aimed at development of technologies
and recommendations for rehabilitation of the ecological state and biodiversity in the damaged water bodies over the wartime and after-war reconstruction.
Impact of hydration stoppage on quantification of the GGBS content in ternary limestone cements using the PONKCS method
Authors: Adu-Amankwah Samuel , Zajac Maciej , Hou Pengkun , Black Leon
Published: July 2023

Most supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) are predominantly poorly-crystalline or amorphous. Their reactivity is routinely evaluated through SEM image analysis (SEM/IA), which is a laborious and resource intensive technique. Quantitative X-ray diffraction (QXRD) provides an alternative, facilitating simultaneous evaluation of reaction kinetics and phase assemblages. However, QXRD requires relevant model structures, which are lacking for amorphous phases. In this study, we use the Phases of No Known Crystal Structures (PONKCS) method to model and calibrate ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) and assess robustness in quantifying the GGBS content in synthetic and hydrated ternary blended CEM I-GGBS-limestone cements. Implications of sample preparation, in particular hydration stopping methods on the quantification was measured via the external standard method. Subsequently, the results are compared with SEM/IA calculations, based on backscattered images and magnesium maps. Robustness of the calibrated PONKCS phase is demonstrate with and without hydration stopping. However, X-ray absorption by the cements must be accounted in the attenuation co-efficient calculation. Freeze-drying destroyed water-rich phase assemblages and led to overestimation of the calibrated GGBS phase contents.
CMT-based wire arc additive manufacturing of Inconel 625 alloy
Authors: Junwen Ji , Zavdoveev Anatoliy , Vedel Dmytro , Baudin Thierry , Motrunich Sviatoslav , Klochkov Ilya , Friederichs Sabine , Strelenko Natalia , Skoryk Mykola
Published: July 2023

Cold metal transfer (CMT) technology is considered in an application for wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) of refractory highly corrosion-resistant Inconel 625 alloy. Based on the fabricated wall, the suitability of CMT–WAAM for the sound formation of welds and homogeneous distribution of mechanical properties is shown. Microscopic analysis reveals that the microstructure of the deposited alloy along the height of the wall element is relatively uniform. Minor differences in the microstructure are observed in the bottom part, caused by welding specifically. It should be noted that there is a slight decrease in strength indicators from the bottom to the top of the welded product, but they do not exceed 5%, which is considered entirely satisfactory. This phenomenon is caused by structural transformations that take place under slightly different cooling conditions – namely, in the lower layers. The substrate on which the surfacing is carried out plays a more significant role in heat flow. This leads to more intensive cooling of the lower layers and, as a result, slightly higher values of strength.
Thermal fatigue testing with repeatable temperature cycles on thermomechanical simulator
Authors: Fajfar Peter , Bombač David , Kugler Goran , Terčelj Milan
Published: July 2023

This paper presents two thermal fatigue tests developed to simulate the typical thermal fatigue behavior of hot-work tools and rolls. The tests are carried out on a Gleeble 1500D thermomechanical simulator with computer-controlled heating and cooling of the test specimens. In the first test, internal cooling of the specimens is performed, and in the second test, external cooling is performed. This allows constant test conditions and the collection of reliable experimental data on the thermal fatigue behavior. The internally cooled test rig is used for testing the thermal fatigue properties of bulk materials. Indefinite chill double-poured cast iron is used to present the basic capabilities of the test. At the material, the cracks take flattened graphite–cementite pathways. The external cooling test rig, on the other hand, is designed for comparative testing of four surfaces simultaneously. Thus, the capabilities of the second test are presented in the comparative testing of three different laser-welded functionally graded material surface layers and the basic H13 tool steel, simultaneously. The highest thermal fatigue resistance is shown by the weld with the lowest silicon (Si) content. Quantitative evaluation of thermal fatigue resistance as well as following of degradation processes in both tests is enabled.
Diseño de videojuegos para el análisis de habilidades personales
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, Negrón Adriana Peña Pérez , Carranza David Bonilla ,   Universidad de Guadalajara, Muñoz Mirna ,   CIMAT Zacatecas, Aguilar Raúl ,   Facultad de Matemáticas, Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán
Published: July 2023

El estudio de las habilidades personales ha ido tomando mayor relevancia en los últimos años en todos los ámbitos; probablemente debido a que son fundamentales para el trabajo en equipo, además de ser clave para el éxito en la vida profesional a nivel individual. Sin embargo, a diferencia de las habilidades técnicas, determinar si una persona posee o domina habilidades personales no es una tarea trivial. Actualmente los mecanismos más comunes de valoración son la entrevista y los instrumentos psicométricos, a los que se ha unido como alternativa el uso de videojuegos. Los videojuegos presentan la ventaja de abstraer al participante, haciéndolo olvidar que está siendo observado, generando un ambiente en el que se espera un desempeño más natural. En este contexto, existen diversas propuestas que se han tomado como base para generar un proceso para analizar habilidades personales mediante videojuegos.
Revista interdisciplinar de promoção da saúde: estudo sobre a análise das publicações
Authors: Magedanz Maria Carolina , Borfe Leticia , Beatriz Frantz Krug Suzane , Nunes Paiva Dulciane
Published: July 2023

Objetivo: avaliar o perfil dos artigos publicados na Revista Interdisciplinar de Promoção da Saúde desde sua criação em janeiro de 2018 até dezembro de 2020. Método: estudo transversal e descritivo em que foram avaliados 160 manuscritos (92 artigos publicados em 12 números) em forma de Artigos Originais ou de Revisão, Estudos de Caso e Comunicação Rápida. Resultados: observou-se que a metodologia mais utilizada nos estudos avaliados foi a quantitativa (média de 4 autores/artigo e 29 por volume), sendo 73,2% dos autores do sexo feminino e oriundos principalmente da região Sul do Brasil. O tempo médio entre submissão e publicação foi de 174 dias, com taxa média de rejeição de 33%. Conclusão: a análise realizada torna-se importante para definir o perfil dos estudos aceitos e identificar aspectos a serem reestruturados e dimensionar a qualidade no desenvolvimento da revista.
A relevância do sistema único de saúde na pandemia do COVID-19: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Soder Tatiane Salete , Soder Taís Fátima
Published: July 2023

Introdução: o Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) se apresenta como um dos maiores e mais complexos sistemas de saúde pública do mundo, abrangendo desde a atenção primária, até serviços de alta complexidade. Objetivo: investigar através da literatura científica a relevância do SUS na pandemia do covid-19. Método: a pesquisa trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura realizada nas bases de dados SciELO, PubMed e Biblioteca  Virtual  em  Saúde (BVS) no mês de julho de 2021. Após a busca integrada e sistematizada encontrou-se dez artigos relacionados ao tema principal do estudo. Resultados: percebeu-se como pauta principal “o fortalecimento do SUS” como estratégia principal na efetivação do direito à saúde. O fortalecimento envolve a necessidade de atualização de seu financiamento, a valorização do trabalho dos profissionais de saúde, a necessidade de ações estratégicas às populações de maior vulnerabilidade social o conhecimento da importância desse sistema de saúde pela população, alinhado a participação ampla da sociedade nesta revitalização do sistema. Considerações finais: diante da perspectiva, é fundamental que a população perceba o SUS como direito a saúde e a fiscalização desse sistema como dever fundamental para seu fortalecimento e efetivação.
Comportamento do pico de fluxo expiratório em instrumentistas de sopro de orquestra do município do sul do Brasil: série de casos
Authors: Romão Vieira Morinélli Alexander , Lara de Oliveira Maria Eduarda , Nunes Paiva Dulciane
Published: July 2023

Objetivo: avaliar o pico de fluxo expiratório em instrumentistas de sopro. O pico de fluxo expiratório se configura em uma variável espirométrica que traduz o grau de obstrução das vias aéreas superiores. Os instrumentistas de sopro ativam com maior frequência os músculos respiratórios e hipotetiza-se que, tal prática, reflete no comportamento da função pulmonar e em especial, do pico de fluxo expiratório. Método: trata-se de uma série de casos composta por cinco instrumentistas do sexo masculino, em que cada instrumentista (I) foi denominado: I1, I2, I3, I4 e I5, sendo os mesmos integrantes de uma orquestra no Sul do Brasil - RS. Foram avaliados os dados antropométricos e o pico de fluxo expiratório, que foi mensurado por meio do Peak-Flow Meter. O nível de atividade física foi avaliado por meio do questionário International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ versão curta). Tal instrumento classifica o indivíduo em um de cinco níveis de atividade física, sendo eles sedentário, irregularmente ativo A, irregularmente ativo B, ativo e muito ativo. Resultados: dois participantes alcançaram cerca de 80% do valor predito de pico de fluxo expiratório, sendo estes os mais jovens da amostra. O indivíduo que obteve maior valor de pico de fluxo expiratório também foi o mais ativo fisicamente. O indivíduo com o valor mais baixo era praticante de flauta transversal, sedentário e estava recuperado da Covid-19, ressalta-se que a flauta transversal possui o menor calibre dentre os instrumentos praticados pelos indivíduos avaliados, como trombone de vara e saxofone. Conclusão: na amostra avaliada, indivíduos hígidos instrumentistas de sopro de médio e grande calibre praticantes de atividade física apresentaram maiores valores de pico de fluxo expiratório. Tal dado ressalta a influência da prática de instrumentos de sopro sobre a função pulmonar e permite maior visibilidade sobre as pesquisas que permitam maior compreensão sobre a interação entre áreas distintas como a música e a saúde.
Radiologia: a importância da tomografia computadorizada no diagnóstico da COVID-19 no Brasil
Authors: Sá Iralici Castro , Almeida Alexandre Nascimento
Published: July 2023

Introdução: a importância da radiologia no diagnóstico e prevenção de doenças é incontestável e, dado ao seu avanço tecnológico, essa relevância tem ampliado ao longo do tempo. Objetivo: o trabalho aborda o papel da tomografia computadorizada para o diagnóstico da COVID-19 no Brasil, em específico pretende: 1) avaliar a distribuição de tomógrafos computadorizados no Brasil e 2) analisar a evolução dos procedimentos de tomografia computadorizada de tórax após a COVID-19. Método: comparou-se a taxa per capita de tomógrafos no Brasil com o padrão sugerido pelo Ministério da Saúde e com a medida presente em países desenvolvidos, como também se analisou a evolução dos procedimentos de tomografia de tórax após a COVID-19. Resultados: os resultados indicaram uma concentração de tomógrafos nos grandes centros urbanos, destacando que 28,6% da população brasileira, distribuída em 83% dos municípios do país, não possuem acesso a um único equipamento de TC na sua localidade. Os resultados também demonstraram uma importância consistente da tomografia computadorizada no diagnóstico da COVID-19, o número de procedimentos dessa técnica saltou de uma média de 70 mil para cerca de 160 mil procedimentos no pico da doença. Considerações Finais: a importância do estudo está em contribuir com a governança da saúde pública, refletindo sobre a eficiência dos investimentos públicos na área de saúde, considerando critérios técnico-científicos e não guiados por questões político-eleitorais.
HEALTH AND SPIRITUALITY: RELEVANCE AND CHALLENGES OF RESEARCH
Authors: Rodrigues Kleberson Massaro , Zdziarski Alais Daiane , Cruz June Alisson Westarb
Published: July 2023

Since the end of the 19th century, spirituality in health has been increasingly studied, especially in recent years. The degree of subjective understanding makes it possible to measure the extent to which bibliometric studies can be identified, thus increasing their importance as a fundamental element for health service users’ quality of health as well as improving the ambience and humanization in health. In this context, this research aimed to identify and present the main characteristics of the evolution of global research on spirituality and health. This is applied research with a quantitative and exploratory approach in which bibliometric analysis is done. The Web of Science, PubMed, Sage Journal, Scopus, and Scielo databases were utilized to search all fields of knowledge for studies with the theme of spirituality. We searched for categories with a focus on health and set the period as the initial year of the databases until July 2021. The results of mapping included the number of publications over the years, the number of publications by country and university and their networks, the categories of the most studied research, the authors, co-authors, and the most cited keywords and their relationship networks. Results indicated significant growth in health spirituality research, particularly in the years 2020 and 2021, as well as its main characteristics, thus proposing an effective contribution to understanding the state of the theme of spirituality as it is applied to health.
A percepção dos pacientes frente à consulta de enfermagem após o transplante renal
Authors: Kuse Elisandra Alves , Pereira Petrya Tuane Congio , Souza Tamara Caroline de , Taschetto Luciane , Cembranel Priscila
Published: July 2023

RESUMO:
Objetivo: este estudo teve como objetivo analisar a percepção dos pacientes frente às consultas de enfermagem realizadas pelo profissional enfermeiro após o transplante renal. Metodologia: o método de pesquisa foi exploratório descritivo com abordagem qualitativa, sendo a pesquisa com formulário realizada no ambulatório de transplante renal de uma instituição especializada em terapias renais. Resultados: os resultados evidenciaram três categorias a partir da aplicação dos formulários: a ocorrência da consulta de enfermagem, onde os pacientes confirmaram receber as orientações do enfermeiro; olhar do paciente sobre a efetividade das orientações de enfermagem nas consultas, que levou a constatação de que o enfermeiro participa ativamente; e o grau de conhecimento do paciente quanto a sua condição de pós-transplante renal. Conclusão: conclui-se que a atuação do enfermeiro é fundamental para uma melhor adesão no tratamento na fase de pré-transplante, considerando de extrema importância uma comunicação terapêutica entre profissional e paciente para a sobrevida do enxerto renal.
Palavras-Chave: Insuficiência Renal Crônica; Transplante de Rim; Enfermagem no Consultório.