bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Venn Diagrams Tasks for Concept Formation in the Elementary School
Authors: Chehlarova Toni
Published: July 2024

Opportunities to use Venn diagram tasks for concept formation in elementary school are presented. The results of solving such tasks by students in 3rd and in 4th grade in the online competition "VIVA Mathematics with a computer" organized by the Institute of Mathematics and Informatics of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences were analyzed. An illustration was made with similar tasks from other subject areas, inverse tasks were discussed, the role of computer models for their compilation and the competitions for their distribution.
Enhancing protein extraction from soybean expeller: Exploring the impact of precipitating agents and flour-to-water ratios on functional properties
Authors: Andrín María Nieves , Guraya María Angeles , Accoroni Cecilia , Torresi Pablo Antonio , Godoy Ezequiel , Reinheimer María Agustina
Published: July 2024

This study investigates sustainable methods for producing protein from soybean expeller via pH-shifting processes, aiming to reduce water usage in alkaline extraction by adjusting solid-to-liquid ratios per cycle and employing isoelectric precipitants like lactic acid and lactic acid bacteria (Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and Lactococcus Lactis) to enhance functional and antioxidant properties over a wide pH range. Results indicate that the most efficient approach involves three 1:10 (w/v) extraction cycles with lactic acid bacteria as precipitants, demonstrating high productivity and low specific water consumption. Protein content and recovery yield showed no significant differences compared to alternatives with higher water consumption or less eco-friendly precipitants. Despite lower solubility, protein products precipitated with lactic acid bacteria formed stable emulsions, exhibiting superior free radical scavenging activity.
Perjuangan Kesetaraan dalam Novel Fatatu As-Sajair Karya Ratih Kumala (Kajian Kritik Sastra Feminis)
Authors: Arsita Wina , Mardiansyah Yadi , Ridho Muhammad Rosyid
Published: July 2024

Abstract: This study explains the struggle for gender equality of female figures in several of its parts. The novel Fatatu As-Sajair presents a female characters who has an influence on the development of cigarettes in Indonesia. The representation of female characters in this novel not only places women in an inferior position, but can also be in a superior position. The purpose of this study is to explain the socialist feminism contained in the novel. This study uses a qualitative descriptive analysis method with a type of literary criticism approach, namely feminist literary criticism. The research results from the novel Fatatu As-Sajair show that the novel contains female characters fighting for gender equality by working in the clove cigarette sector.
Improving Arabic Speaking Proficiency (Muhādatsah) Using Interactive-Communicative Instruction
Authors: Maryani Novy , Syafei Isop , Kosim Abdul
Published: July 2024

This research delves into the efficacy of interactive-communicative learning methodologies in enhancing Arabic speaking proficiency, particularly within the realm of Muhādatsah (conversation). Interactive-communicative learning underscores direct learner interaction, fosters active communication, and furnishes an authentic educational environment. It is a potentially superior alternative to conventional learning techniques for bolstering Arabic speaking proficiency. The research amassed qualitative and quantitative data through classroom observations, interviews, and speaking proficiency assessments. Participants, comprising students with varying degrees of Arabic speaking skills in a tertiary education setting, were segmented into two groups: an experimental cohort exposed to interactive-communicative learning and a control cohort following traditional pedagogical approaches. The outcomes evinced a marked enhancement in Arabic speaking proficiency among learners engaging with interactive-communicative instruction vis-à-vis the control group. Those in the experimental cohort exhibited more pronounced advancements in vocabulary acquisition, sentence construction, and oral fluency, alongside a heightened confidence in Arabic communication. These findings suggest that interactive-communicative learning holds promise as a pragmatic strategy for ameliorating Arabic speaking aptitude. They underscore the significance of integrating genuine, contextualized learning experiences to facilitate learners' linguistic competence development. Subsequent research endeavors could explore techniques to enhance the efficacy of interactive-communicative learning within Arabic language education contexts.
Moderasi Beragama dalam Al-Qur'an: Kontekstualisasi Kisah Nabi Ibrahim dalam Perspektif Tafsir Maqāṣidī
Authors: Ach. Maimun  , Fathurrosyid  , A. Tajib
Published: July 2024

The dissemination of religious moderation through various currents of thought continues to evolve, as evidenced by the increasing number of academic publications discussing religious moderation from diverse perspectives. However, while academic research has succeeded in enhancing public understanding, the literature often focuses more on verses pertaining to aḥkām, neglecting the study of religious moderation based on narrative verses in the Qur’an, which serve as a role models for expressing religion in a moderate manner. This research emphasizes the reasoning behind religious moderation based on the story of Abraham in the Qur’an, analyzed through the lens of the Islamic trilogy. Utilizing literature data and the theory of maqāṣidī interpretation, this paper identifies three models of religious moderation exemplified by Prophet Abraham according to the Islamic trilogy: First, the dimension of faith, which involves understanding and strengthening the prominence of monotheism through correct and proper religious comprehension. Second, the dimension of Sharia, which narrates values aimed at upholding humanity and welfare. Third, the dimension of morality, which emphasizes the importance of peaceful preaching to foster harmony in religious diversity and plurality.
Do words matter: Investigating the association between linguistic features of accounting examinations and marks
Authors: Ontong Juan Mendelsohn
Published: July 2024

The use of linguistic features in school assessments, as well as the impact of these factors on the outcome of assessments have received limited attention in the literature. With this study I aimed to analyse linguistic features of accounting examinations. A quantitative technique, using tests for correlation, was employed to analyse the Grade 12 National Senior Certificate accounting examinations from 2011 until 2021. Advanced textual analysis software was used to identify connections between specific linguistic features and the marks obtained in these examinations. The findings of this study suggest that increasing the levels of linguistic features associated with analytical thinking, emotional tone and big words, which may be assumed to promote comprehension, may in reality be counterproductive, consequently potentially resulting in poorer marks attained in assessments in the future. The findings of this study are important for the creators of assessment to consider when developing accounting assessment. Given the effect of linguistic features on assessment results as identified in this study, it contributes to the debate on the use of certain linguistic features in assessment.
Instructional time as social time: Teachers’ curriculum literacy and expertise in teaching mathematics
Authors: Mdaka Mzamani Jully , Modiba Maropeng
Published: July 2024

The study reported on here was conducted to explore four Grade 7 mathematics teachers’ understanding of the relationship between the objectives indicated in the CAPS for teaching different topics/concepts and instructional time stipulated for doing so. Seven lessons were studied in 4 primary schools in the Vhembe district of the Limpopo province, South Africa. A constructivist philosophical approach was used. The data collection methods included interviews and classroom observations. The main finding indicates teachers’ understanding of instructional time as either a regulatory or a teaching tool. The ability to translate instructional time into social time depends on the level of teachers’ curriculum literacy. Consideration of how CAPS objectives could be fulfilled based on the topic/concept to be taught and the stipulated instructional time, influenced the learners’ conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and competency in mathematics. The conclusion underscores the importance of instructional time as both an essential authoritative regulatory tool and signal of a pedagogic device and communication required to advance the instructional objectives.
Comparison between Total Hip Arthroplasty for Avascular Osteonecrosis of Femoral Head and That for Fixation Failure of Femoral Neck Fracture
Authors: Park Sin Hyung
Published: July 2024

Objective: To compare the clinical and radiologic results between primary total hip replacement arthroplasty (THRA) in patients with avascular necrosis of femoral head (AVN) and secondary THRA in patients with fixation failure of femoral neck fracture.Methods: From March 2014 to February 2021, we retrospectively evaluated a total of 53 patients who underwent either THRA for AVN (33 cases) or THRA for fixation failure of femoral neck fracture (20 cases). Clinical performances and Hemodynamic scales were evaluated. Radiologic analyses were conducted to assess stem alignment, stem stability, the appearance of heterotrophic ossification, stress shielding, and any signs of osteolysis or loosening.Results: THRA for AVN showed a mean blood loss of 881 mL and a 2.1 g/dL preoperative–postoperative (preop–postop) hemoglobin (Hb) difference. Meanwhile, THRA for fixation failure of femoral neck fracture showed a mean blood loss of 1,072 mL and a 3.2 g/dL preop–postop Hb difference (P= 0.017 and P= 0.034, respectively). The mean operation time was 70 minutes in THRA for AVN and 91 minutes in THRA for fixation failure of femoral neck fracture (P= 0.035). Stem alignment was varus 1.50° in AVN and varus 3.50° in fixation failure of femoral neck fracture. There was one case of a varus femoral stem in AVN and six such cases in the fixation failure of femoral neck fractures. This was a statistically significant difference (P= 0.010 and P= 0.020, respectively).Conclusion: Secondary THRA in patients with fixation failure of femoral neck fracture showed longer operation time, larger bleeding, and more varus stem alignment than primary THRA in patients with AVN.
Low-Dose Baclofen-Induced Encephalopathy in a Patient with End-Stage Renal Disease: A Case Report
Authors: Kim Chang-Woo , Lee Jong-Myun , Lee Jae-Sang , Do Tae-Hoon , Moon Hye-Jin , Yoon Jee-Eun
Published: July 2024

Baclofen, a gamma-aminobutyric acid-B receptor agonist, is commonly used for central-origin muscle spasticity and spasm and neuropathic pain. Baclofen toxicity has been reported to cause a range of symptoms including drowsiness, confusion, respiratory depression, seizures, and even coma, particularly with dosage significantly exceeding therapeutic levels. Given that the baclofen is predominantly eliminated through the kidneys, patients with renal failure are at substantial risk for neurotoxic effects. We report a case of baclofen-induced encephalopathy in a patient with end-stage renal disease, characterized by an altered mental state with myoclonus following the consumption of a low dose of baclofen.
A Case of Skin Burns Occurring during Laparoscopic Surgery
Authors: Park Yujun , Choi Jeong Soo , Chun Hae Rim , Chung Jinhun
Published: July 2024

Skin burn injury from light cables is a rare complication of laparoscopic surgery. We report the case of a 57-year-old female who underwent laparoscopic-assisted right hemicolectomy under general anesthesia. During surgery, the anesthesiologist discovered that the tip of the light cable, with the light source powered on, penetrated the surgical drape and was positioned on the right forearm of the patient, where a bulla measuring 2.0× 2.5 cm in size and a second-degree burn were identified. All medical personnel participating in laparoscopic and arthroscopic procedures should always be aware that the light cable can cause burns to the patient. Additionally, after connecting the light cable to the scope, the light source should be activated. The light cable should not be placed around the patient or on the surgical drape while the light source is active. Immediately after completing the surgery, the power to the light source should be turned off, and the light cable should be placed in a safe place.
Thematic assessment report on invasive alien species in Brazil: summary for policymakers
Authors: Dechoum Michele S. , Junqueira Andrea de Oliveira Ribeiro , Orsi Mario Luís , Ziller Sílvia Renate , Pivello Vânia Regina , Zenni Rafael D. , Thomaz Sidinei Magela , Fonseca Adriana Carvalhal , Vitule Jean Ricardo Simões , Barros Francisco , Ivanauskas Natália Macedo , Creed Joel , Brito Marcelo Fulgêncio Guedes , Bergallo Helena Godoy , Rocha Rosana M. , Galheigo Fernando A.
Published: July 2024

Abstract Biological invasions are one of the major threats to biodiversity and good quality of life, resulting from the translocation of species by human action. There are more than 500 alien species currently invading ecosystems in Brazil, particularly plants and fishes, while little is known about invasive microorganisms. Although invasive alien species are present in all ecosystems in the country, most have been recorded in habitats with greater human interference, such as urban and peri-urban areas, farmland, dams, reservoirs, ports, and canals. Historically, the southern and southeastern regions of Brazil have had more invasive alien species, but there has been an increase in the number of invasive alien species in the central-western and northern regions in recent decades. The ornamental trade of plants and fishes as well as the illegal pet trade of wild mammals and reptiles are some of the main pathways for invasive species introduction and spread in Brazil. Breeding and cultivation systems that allow escape to natural areas are a relevant route of species introductions in freshwater ecosystems, while unintentional introductions from shipping and infrastructure are of extreme concern in marine ecosystems. The negative impacts of invasive alien species on the biota mainly include changes in community structure and local decrease in native species richness, mediated by predation, competition, and ecosystem changes. Most negative impacts are recorded for intentionally introduced species, such as fishes and plants, but unintentional introductions have led to impacts on good quality of life, with associated costs and impacts on human health. The management of biological invasions faces challenges that need to be overcome, such as the lack of public knowledge about the impact of invasive alien species, the popular appeal of charismatic invasive species or those used by humans, and the use of controversial control techniques. However, successful experiences of eradication and control in terrestrial and marine ecosystems have been recorded, some of them involving public engagement in management actions. Recognizing the issue as a cross-cutting public policy and developing ongoing governance experiences are fundamental goals for the management of invasive alien species in Brazil.
Crisis sociosanitaria global (post) pandémica y su impacto en la salud de migrantes internacionales de Barcelona, São Paulo y Buenos Aires
Authors: Goldberg Alejandro , Díaz Bermúdez Ximena Pamela
Published: July 2024

Resumen Las desigualdades estructurales sociales y de distinto tipo, intrínsecas al capitalismo, se profundizaron con la pandemia de Covid-19 hasta límites insostenibles para los sectores subalternos, entre los cuales se ubican los conjuntos de migrantes en situación administrativa irregular de los distintos países. A través de un enfoque antropológico transnacional, auxiliado por la etnografía virtual, se aborda el impacto sociosanitario que tuvo la crisis pandémica para estos grupos en Barcelona, São Paulo y Buenos Aires durante 2022-2023, así como sus respuestas grupales-comunitarias para contener y sobrellevar sus necesidades inmediatas y urgentes, más allá de las políticas públicas implementadas en cada país/región/ciudad, con desigual cobertura y eficacia. La realidad abordada, entonces, conjuga esas carencias estructurales que no fueron resueltas como consecuencia de la crisis desatada a partir de la pandemia, con nuevas problemáticas sociosanitarias derivadas de las necesidades de supervivencia de los migrantes en cada contexto, destacándose el protagonismo de las mujeres.
EXPERIMENTAL EVALUATION OF HFC/HFO BINARY MIXTURES IN A SMALL-SCALE WATER-TO-WATER HEAT PUMP SYSTEM: ENERGY, EXERGY AND LCCP ANALYSES
Authors: Yıldırım Ragıp , Yıldız Abdullah , Tuncer Azim Doğuş
Published: July 2024

In this study, two different hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HFC)/hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) binary blends [R134a/R1234yf (75/25) and R134a/R1234yf (25/75)] are studied experimentally. Energetic, exergetic, and LCCP (life cycle climate performance) evaluations of the heat pump for HFC/HFO binary blends were carried out. Worldwide, there is a need for comprehensive and qualified research for the adoption and use of new generation environmentally friendly refrigerants or refrigerant mixtures in vapor compression refrigeration cycles. In the literature, no studies are available on the use of HFC/HFO in heat pumps or cooling systems at these blend ratios. This study differs from previous studies on HFC/ HFO binary mixtures. Therefore, it will contribute to the literature on binary HFC/HFO blends with lower global warming potential (GWP). HFC/HFO binary blends for different temperature of evaporator (-10°C, -5°C, and 0°C) and fixed temperature of condenser (35°C) were studied. The performance of R134a/R1234yf (75/25) refrigerant blend is superior to that of the R134a/R1234yf (25/75) refrigerant blend based on the first and second laws of thermodynamics. Although the GWP of R134a/R1234yf (75/25) is higher than that of R134a/R1234yf (25/75), R134a/R1234yf (75/25) has a relatively smaller total LCCP than R134a/R1234yf (25/75). Low GWP is not the only criterion for selecting a refrigerant. Energy and exergy are also important, because an important part of the overall system emissions of the heat pump is seen to be caused by the consumption of energy.
TÜRKİYE’DE SEÇİM İTTİFAKLARI DÖNEMİ: 2018’DEN GÜNÜMÜZE BİR DEĞERLENDİRME
Authors: Gezgüç Kaya Gözde Müşerref
Published: July 2024

2017 yılında yapılan referandumla Türkiye’de hükümet sistemi değişmiş ve “Cumhurbaşkanlığı Hükümet Sistemi”ne geçilmiştir. Bu yeni sistemle birlikte Türk siyasal hayatının kurumsal yapısında da köklü değişimler yaşanmış ve yaşanmaya devam etmektedir. Değişimin yansıdığı alanlardan biri de partiler ve seçimlerdir. Yeni hükümet sistemiyle beraber Cumhurbaşkanlığı seçimlerini kazanabilmek için gerekli olan %50+1 hedefine tek bir adayın ulaşabilmesinin zorluğu partileri ve adayları “ittifak siyaseti”ne yöneltmiştir. 2018 seçimlerine biri Cumhur diğeri Millet olmak üzere iki ittifak girmiştir. Bu ittifaklar arası ilişkiler 2019 yerel seçim sonuçları üzerinde de etkili olmuştur. 2023 seçimlerine bu ittifakların dışında 3 ittifak daha katılmıştır. Bugün için ittifaklar önemli siyasi aktörler olarak karşımızda durmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, Türk siyasal hayatında belli bir dönem, yani 2018 sonrası, seçim ittifakları konusuyla değerlendirilecektir. Araştırmanın temel amacı, yasal zemine oturması açısından yeni bir durum olan “ittifak siyaseti” konusunu etraflıca incelemektir. Konunun öncelikli olarak partiler arası ilişkileri ve ittifakı ilgilendirdiği düşünülse de neden ittifaklara ihtiyaç duyulduğu, seçimlerle ilgili mevzuat, seçmenler, temsil ve oy sistemi açısından da değerlendirilmesi gerekir. Çalışmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden olan literatür analizi ve niteliksel metin çözümlemesi yapılacaktır. İttifak siyaseti, partiler arası ittifak konusuyla ilgili çalışmalar taranırken Google Scholar, Dergipark, kütüphane veri tabanları, tezler ve bilim insanlarının tartışmalarını içeren internet kaynaklarından yararlanılacaktır.
RESTRUCTURING IN PUBLIC SECTOR: FROM ELECTRONIC GOVERNMENT TO SMART GOVERNMENT IN TÜRKİYE
Authors: Rüzgar Merve Tuba
Published: July 2024

Upon the development of information and communication technologies (ICTs), countries embarked on a structuring process in the public sector in order to provide faster and more efficient services. Acting positively towards technological developments in the public sector, Türkiye started digital transformation reform studies and developed “e-Government applications” especially in the recent years. In this context, during the transition to the Presidential Government System, Türkiye established the Digital Transformation Office (DTO), which is considered the most important stage of the smart government (s-Government). With the establishment of DTO, the transition process from “e-Government” to “s-Government” has started and radical changes have taken place in the Turkish public administration. With this office, consolidation of the coordination functions under the same entity was aimed regarding the issues such as cyber security, critical infrastructures, big data and artificial intelligence. By considering the associated changes in the public sector along with the development of technology, this study attempts to examine the functions and structure of DTO, which played an effective role in the transition from “e-Government” to “s-Government” in Türkiye.
The encoding of prominence relations in supra-laryngeal articulation across speaking styles
Authors: Pagel Lena , Roessig Simon , Mücke Doris
Published: July 2024

Speakers modify their supra-laryngeal articulation on the one hand as a function of prosodic prominence and on the other hand as a function of speaking style. Articulatory movements are spatio-temporally expanded in words that are highlighted due to prosodic strengthening, but also in utterances that are produced in a loud speaking style. What remains unclear, to date, is how these two phenomena interact, or, in other words, how prominence relations are encoded in loud speech. In this paper, we use electromagnetic articulography to investigate lip and tongue kinematics and analyze selected acoustic parameters across several focus conditions in habitual and loud speech. Prosodic prominence relations are studied as the simultaneous strengthening of highlighted words and the attenuation of words in the background. The results show that prominence relations can be encoded multidimensionally in loud speech. Some modifications are even stronger in loud speech than in habitual speech, despite the general articulatory modifications associated with a loud speaking style. In both speaking styles, the attenuation of words in the background tends to be more robust than the strengthening of highlighted words. The paper underlines the flexibility of the multidimensional phonetic space in the encoding of prosodic prominence across varying communicative demands.
Forecasting Passenger Traffic of Socially Significant Air Routes Within the Arctic Region
Authors: Poleshkina I. O. ,   Moscow State Technical University of Civil Aviation
Published: July 2024

The Russian Arctic is characterised by the poor development of year-round land routes. In these conditions, air transport is the basis of passenger traffic. However, air mobility of the population in the Arctic regions is significantly lower than that of Russia in general. The article substantiates the need to increase transport accessibility of the Arctic by developing an internal network of socially significant air routes. To create a route network plan, it is necessary to forecast passenger traffic on existing and potential air routes within the Arctic region. To this end, a multiple regression model was used to develop a two-level forecasting approach. At the first level, the proposed method was applied to calculate local passenger traffic between remote settlements and the centre of the Arctic region. At the second level, the findings were examined to forecast passenger traffic between the centres of the Arctic regions and the main airport with direct flights to other regions. To predict passenger flows on potential routes, a probabilistic model of the number of flights by one resident per year was constructed based on an analysis of existing socio-economic relations, purpose of the flight and the existing infrastructure at the start and end points of the route. According to the results of forecasting passenger traffic on existing routes, it is necessary to increase the frequency and regularity of local flights by optimising the aircraft fleet in order to increase the population’s air mobility. At the same time, the results of passenger traffic forecasting on potential routes confirmed the need for subsidised direct flights between the centres of neighbouring Arctic regions with certain social infrastructure facilities.
Multidimensional Demography: A New Approach to Assessing the Human Resources of the Russian North
Authors: Fauzer V. V. ,   Institute of Socioeconomic and Energy Problems of the North of the Komi Science Centre of the Ural Branch of RAS, Smirnov A. V. ,   Institute of Socioeconomic and Energy Problems of the North of the Komi Science Centre of the Ural Branch of RAS
Published: July 2024

Over the past three decades, the population of the Russian North has decreased by almost a quarter. Simultaneously, an increasing share of pensioners may negatively affect the availability and quality of labour resources in northern regions. The article examines the dynamics and structure of human resources in 13 regions of the Russian North in the 21st century using multidimensional demography. This approach, along with the main demographic indicators (sex, age) varying in time and space, involves considering such additional characteristics as education and labour force participation. This view of demographic processes can reveal whether an increase in education or employment (qualitative characteristics) can help reduce negative trends in the quantitative characteristics of human resources. The average duration of education of the total and employed population was compared. Indicators of the total duration of education and education costs were used to assess the value of the accumulated educational potential. According to the calculations, in 2002–2010, the total duration of education of the employed population decreased only in 3 of the 13 northern regions and remained at the 2002 level in 3 regions. In 2010–2021, this indicator already decreased in seven constituent entities and remained at the 2010 level in three regions. The total loss of educational potential of human resources amounted to 4.1 million person years of education. To remedy the educational potential in 2020 prices, more than 600 billion roubles of budgetary funds would be needed. The occurred transformations are clearly demonstrated by sex-age-educational pyramids. The study showed that negative demographic trends in the Russian North almost cannot be reduced by improving qualitative characteristics. The findings can be applied to develop demographic, social and labour policies, and to construct demographic forecasts.
Using Drama Pedagogy to Enhance Understanding of HIV Transmission, Infection, and Prevention Among Third-Year Student Teachers
Authors: Khau Mathabo
Published: July 2024

Thirty-eight years into the HIV and AIDS pandemic, the world is still striving to reduce global HIV infections towards zero new infections and AIDS-related deaths by 2030. Sub-Saharan Africa continues to carry the burden of global HIV infections as governmental and nongovernmental agencies try out different prevention strategies (UNAIDS, 2024b). Several scholars have argued that comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) is the best preventive strategy to reach youth and key populations with factual information regarding HIV and AIDS. This paper draws from the project, Mentoring as a Method to Promote Women's Health in the Context of HIV-Prevention and Unequal Gender Relations, which employed memory work, photo-voice, drama, drawings, and focus group discussions with third-year student teachers in a life orientation module. Focussing on the data generated through drama, I present an arts-based activity that was used to teach about HIV transmission to student teachers in a bid to equip them with alternative ways of teaching school-learners about HIV and AIDS. The findings highlight student teachers' lived experiences and how they have shaped their perceptions of HIV infections and living with AIDS. I argue from the findings, that arts-based pedagogies allow for enhanced understanding of complex phenomena due to their participatory and in-built intervention nature. Thus, I posit that pedagogies that employ participatory, arts-based, and visual methodologies should be extensively employed in teacher-education towards reducing new HIV infections among the youth.
ECOLOGICAL STATE OF WATER BODIES AT DIFFERENT STAGES OF IMPROVEMENT WITHIN THE CITY BOUNDARIES OF KALININGRAD
Authors: Sevostyanova E.A ,   Kaliningrad State Technical University, Kukharuk E.D , Moiseenko V.V , Tsupikova N.A. ,   Kaliningrad State Technical University,   Kaliningrad State Technical University,   Atlantic branch of the Russian Federal Research Institute of Fisheries and Oceanography (AtlantNIRO),   Kaliningrad State Technical University
Published: July 2024

In this paper, we describe the hydrological-hydrochemical and hydrobiological conditions in 3 ponds from Kaliningrad city as registered in the summer of 2021–2022. The list of analyzed indicators included transparency, water temperature, pH value, TDS, water electrical conductivity, dissolved oxygen, permanganate value, nutrients, water hardness. The state of algae and zooplankton within the study period was described and assessed. Based on the survey results, the obtained values were identified pursuant to the scale of hydrochemical transformation. The well-maintained Poplavok pond, where supporting measures are regularly held, as well as the Lesnoye pond, a reservoir in the park area, are in a relatively favorable ecological condition. The ecological situation of the Letniy pond, according to the cumulative assessment, requires rehabilitation of the water body. This is confirmed by both hydrochemical and hydrobiological indicators.
EXPERIENCE AND PECULIARITIES OF APPLYING CHRONOBIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS METHOD TO ASSESS THE CONDITION OF SOME ANIMAL AND PLANT SPECIES FROM KAMCHATKA
Authors: Pinigin V.E. ,   Kamchatka Branch of the Russian Geographical Society, Kornev S.I. ,   Kamchatka Branch of Pacific Geographyсal Institute of Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences,   Kamchatka Branch of the Russian Federal Research Institute of Fisheries and Oceanography
Published: July 2024

Based on an analysis of research works using the chronobiological analysis method (CBA), we summarized the peculiarities of its application for different groups of plants and animals, clearly demonstrating this using the example of sea lions wintering within the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. Our study confirmed the recommendations by M.A. Proskuryakov [Proskuryakov, 2012] regarding application of this method to living objects with curvilinear dynamic connections. Considering the relative novelty and the associated limited use of this method, its further improvement, we proposed to use it as an “ecological passport” for a certain species of animals or plants.
Una verdad bastará para sanarme. Jóvenes y firmantes de paz encaran la memoria intergeneracional
Authors: Betancur-Valencia Diela Bibiana , Palacio-Chavarro Mariana , Posada-Vélez Daniel
Published: July 2024

Este artículo de investigación se orienta a comprender los saberes y las prácticas vinculadas a la construcción de memoria intergeneracional sobre el conflicto armado en Nariño, Argelia y Sonsón (Antioquia). Desde una perspectiva cualitativa y un enfoque de cartografía social se realizaron talleres, entrevistas y conversatorios. En ellos participaron jóvenes que no vivieron el conflicto armado en sus territorios y adultos que vivieron los rigores de la guerra como víctimas o responsables. De igual manera, se acompañó la escritura de cartas entre jóvenes y firmantes de paz y se promovieron espacios de encuentro entre ambas comunidades. Los resultados de la investigación subrayan, en primer lugar, la escritura como una práctica que les permite a los jóvenes vincular sus trayectorias familiares con las narrativas sociales del país; en segundo lugar, la memoria intergeneracional como un proceso que sitúa a los jóvenes como gestores de memoria en su territorio y aporta a la sanación de las heridas de su linaje; y, en tercer lugar, la verdad como condición de la reconciliación que entra en contrapunteos y disputas entre las expectativas subjetivas, los hechos acontecidos y los sentidos de lo ocurrido. Por último, esta experiencia acentúa la memoria intergeneracional como interacción que posibilita conocer el pasado, comprender el presente y proyectar el futuro.
Educación sociohumanística en las profesiones de salud en Colombia
Authors: Oses-Gil Alejandro , Araque-Castellanos Franlet Rocío , Medina-Ortiz Oscar
Published: July 2024

La educación debe fomentar el razonamiento humanístico. Se realizó un estudio de investigación documental del componente socio humanístico en 199 currículos vigentes de Salud en Colombia, de ocho programas profesionales en diversas universidades. Se evalúo en bases de datos el número de cursos, porcentaje de créditos y denominaciones. El componente socio humanístico está organizado en: el 38 % cursos de humanidades; el 27 % asignaturas de Ciencias sociales; el 3,8 % cursos orientados a las Artes y categorías emergentes; el 31,2 % asignaturas en Comunicación, Lingüística, expresión oral y escrita. Los resultados sugieren que los programas de salud integran la formación socio humanística en una proporción reducida y aún se requiere trabajar en un currículo integrador entre lo disciplinar y lo socio humanístico.
Percepciones de las familias campesinas sobre retos, necesidades y expectativas en la educación
Authors: Moreno-Acero Iván Darío , Cooper Vanegas Camila , Giraldo-Holguín Ruth Dary , Valero-Bejarano Alejandra
Published: July 2024

El artículo de investigación tiene como objetivo conocer, a través de la voz de las familias rurales de algunas veredas de los municipios de Cómbita y Sotaquirá (Boyacá, Colombia), los retos, expectativas y necesidades que vivencian en su cotidianidad frente a la educación formal e informal de sus hijos. La metodología es de corte cualitativa en perspectiva fenomenológica, se aplican entrevistas semiestructuradas a 8 familias campesinas biparentales, las cuales se codificaron e interpretaron según el análisis crítico del discurso. Como resultado, se evidencia que las familias campesinas reconocen que es importante brindar apoyo moral y económico a la educación de sus hijos, ya que, para ellos, es un medio para la construcción de futuro y de una mejor calidad de vida. En conclusión, se encontró que las familias desean que se fortalezca el trabajo entre ellos y los profesores, un mejoramiento de la calidad educativa de la escuela y colegios de sus hijos, un aumento de la oferta educativa formal e informal, técnica y tecnológica, así como de los ingresos económicos con los que puedan asegurar una mayor calidad de vida y de bienes y servicios a sus hijos.
Explorando o jogo Awelé, da família Mancala, com estudantes de Pedagogia
Authors: Silva Suzi Alves , Pereira da Silva Ivanderson , Brito Maria Betânia Gomes da Silva
Published: July 2024

Este estudo, desenvolvido em nível de mestrado, investigou possibilidadesteórico-metodológicas para a exploração do jogo Awelé, da família Mancala—grupo de jogos de matriz asiático-africana cujo fundamento é a semeadurae a colheita— no contexto de práticas pedagógicas focadas num ensino dematemática antirracista. Teve por objetivo central explorar o jogo Awelé comvistas ao desenvolvimento de uma Sequência Didática. Trata-se de uma pesquisaparticipante que foi realizada junto a uma turma de 21 estudantes quecursavam a disciplina “Saberes e Metodologias do Ensino de Matemática 2”,durante o primeiro semestre letivo de 2021, no Curso de Pedagogia da UniversidadeFederal de Alagoas, Campus Arapiraca. O extrato dessas análisespermitiu a apresentação de uma proposta de ensino que pode ser realizadatanto com estudantes de cursos de formação docente quanto em turmas dosanos iniciais do Ensino Fundamental, e que enfoca a reflexão sobre a necessidadede subversão da ordem dos jogos de tabuleiro e jogos digitais queapontam ganhadores/as e perdedores/as. A partilha de conhecimentos quese dá em função da retirada desse jogo do abismo do esquecimento no qualo racismo e o colonialismo o arremessaram, possibilita pensar lutas em favorde uma outra sociedade.
The multidimensional nature of the Environmental Contribution for environmental qualification in São Paulo
Authors: Montandon Daniel Todtmann , Martins Pamella Tosti Rosante
Published: July 2024

This paper describes the conception of the Environmental Contribution instrument in the municipality of São Paulo, with the aim of exploring the multidimensional nature of this instrument, namely: its potential to promote improvements in the city's drainage system, microclimate conditions and biodiversity, as well as encouraging the development of sustainable buildings through certification and promoting environmental quality in the densification process. It also takes stock of the implementation of the instrument in the city of São Paulo between 2016 and 2023, through the project approval reports from the Municipal Urban Planning and Licensing Department (UPLD). In this context, the multidimensional nature of the instrument and its high potential to promote improvements in the city's environmental quality and to contribute to São Paulo's adaptation to the impact of climate change are proven. At the same time, the instrument's scope is limited, and it urgently needs to be improved so that the Environmental Contribution has a wider reach in the territory and is consequently more effective in improving the city's environmental quality.
"Hidden subjects" and enigmatic interpretations of Salvatore Settis
Authors: Sakhno Irina
Published: July 2024

Book review of the ""The Tempest" by Giorgione and its interpretation" published in Russian by New Literary Review in 2023
BYZANTINE ILLUMINATED MANUSCRIPTS: ÉPOQUES REFLECTED IN IMAGES AND BOOK DESIGN
Authors: Oretskaia Irina
Published: July 2024

In the article five illuminated manuscripts created in various periods of Byzantine history are analyzed as evidences of the attitude of the society and primarily its intellectual elite towards images and book culture, as it was reflected in the subjects and style of the miniatures and generally in the design of the codices. The Vienna Dioscorides manuscript, created in 512–513 for the imperial princess Juliana Anicia in order to express the gratitude of the inhabitants of the suburb of Honoratae for the construction of the church, was endowed with miniatures painted mainly in classical artistic manner apparently harking back to ancient herbaria. The codex is a testimony of preservation of many elements of the ancient culture in the Byzantine life of that time. In the miniatures of the marginal psalters written about the mid-9th century there are a few images related to the just finished iconoclasm, e.g. those of the Patriarch Nicephorus and his opponent iconoclast John the Grammarian. At the same time, we do not find there images of Theod ore the Studite, abbot of the Studious monastery in Constantinople, active defender of sacred images. His depictions appear in the marginal psalters and liturgical roll soon after the mid-11th century when the memory of the famous abbot was re-evoked owing to the discussions of studious monks with western theologians in the time of the Great Schism. The Tetraevangelion in the Russian National Library (gr. 801) represents a real masterpiece of the book culture typical of the second half of the 11th — early 12th century. In that time a book was probably considered not only as a source of knowledge but as a work of art and a sign of prestige of its owner. The Tetraevangelion of Karahissar written and illustrated soon after the mid-12th century reflects a different situation: the purpose of its creation seems purely utilitarian — transmission of the text and its decoration mostly with concise and artistically simple images. Miniatures of the Sinai Psalter (Saint Catherine’s monastery, cod. 38), a fragment of which is preserved in the Russian National library in Saint Petersburg (gr. 269), copied in the late 13th century from those of the famous Paris manuscript (BnF, gr. 139) of the mid-10th century demonstrate an interest to the art of Antiquity refracted through the prism of another conception of an image that is conceived as ideal and absolutely immaterial. Significant interest to the classical art always marks a cultural efflorescence, and copying of the miniatures of the Paris Psalter and of some other codices of the mid-10th century in the late 13th — early 14th century characterizes such a moment in the history of Byzantine society.
Pulsed galvanostatic electrodeposition of tellurium nanostructures on stainless steel from copper anode slimes plating bath: Effect of pulse parameters
Authors: Mazyar Abolfathi , Taher Yousefi , Mohammad Hassan Mallah , Abbas Rashidi , Hamid Reza Moazami
Published: July 2024

The electrochemical behavior of Te in alkaline media was determined by cyclic voltammetry and linear sweep voltammetry measurements. It indicated that TeO32− ion was first reduced to Te(s), then to Te22− ion. For the first time, the pulsed electrodeposition of tellurium on stainless steel has been studied in an alkaline bath and the effect of duty cycle, frequency, and current density on current efficiencies and morphology were indicated at room temperature. Pulse duty cycles ranging from 10 to 75%, frequencies ranging from 10 to 100 Hz, and current densities ranging from 7.5 to 30 mA/cm2 were employed. The morphology of the electrodeposition of tellurium samples was characterized by SEM. The results showed that due to increasing side reactions at higher current density, the current efficiency decreased with increasing current density. The results of Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) cleared that more compact structures with lower porosity were observed for the electrodeposits at lower current densities and less compact samples were obtained at higher current densities. It has been found that the current efficiency of tellurium plating decreases as the pulse duty cycle increases from 10% to 75%. Maximum current efficiency has been observed at 10% duty cycle. The study of the effect of duty cycle on morphology showed that the samples synthesized at a duty cycle of 10% and 25% have approximately similar appearance and particle size. With more increasing of duty cycles to 50 and 75% due to increasing hydrogen evolution rate and H2 bubbling at the electrode surface the morphology has been changed remarkably. The current efficiency of the deposit tellurium exhibited a strong dependence on the frequency. As frequency increases, the current efficiency almost decreases. In most cases, the maximum current efficiency is obtained at a 10 Hz frequency. The study of the effect of frequency on morphology showed that hydrogen evolution plays a significant role in the morphology formation of samples obtained at low pulse frequency (10 Hz), two processes of hydrogen evolution and anisotropic growth have key roles in morphology formation at medium pulse frequency (50 Hz) and anisotropic growth is the mechanism of morphology formation at high pulse frequency (100 Hz).
ht-HiTE: High-Throughput DNA extraction from FFPE tissue v1
Authors: Geisenberger Christoph
Published: July 2024

This protocols outlines a high-throughput method for DNA extraction from FFPE material. The workflow has been automated on a Biomek i5 platform. 1 to 2 tissue scrolls (10 µm) or tissue macrodissected from glass slides is used as input and eluted in 60 µl after nucleic acid purification. Mean and median yield is 86.6 and 72.0 ng/µl (equivalent to 4.3 to 5.3 µg of total DNA).
Uniaxial Bias Extension Test on Woven Engineering Fabrics v1
Authors: Kahavita Nimrekha , Harrison Philip
Published: July 2024

This protocol describes the process of preparing test specimens, conducting tests, and analysing results for a uniaxial bias extension test on woven engineering fabrics both with and without anti-wrinkle plates.
Fast rodent genotyping v1
Authors: C Kokotos Alexandros , A. Ryan Timothy
Published: July 2024

This protocol describes a very fast method (approximately 2 h) to do genotyping from rodent tail clips and other samples.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a Conceptual Treatment Model for Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder
Authors: Hershberger Jenna M. , Lewis Todd F. , Zimmerman Inessa
Published: July 2024

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) has demonstrated efficacy in thousands of clinical trials for eating disorders, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and more. However, ACT has not established efficacy as a treatment for obsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) in a clinical trial. The prevalence of OCPD is one of the highest among personality disorders, yet there is a dearth of research regarding empirically supported treatments and the disorder in general. Aspects of OCPD, including perfectionism, mood intolerance, experiential avoidance, and impaired psychosocial functioning, make it particularly suitable for research involving ACT, which aims to increase psychological flexibility. The purpose of this paper is to elucidate a conceptual model for the treatment of OCPD using ACT. Specific strategies and techniques will be discussed. Future research avenues include exploring ACT as a viable treatment for OCPD, as well as the constructs of experiential avoidance and psychological flexibility related to OCPD functioning.
Adoption and Utilization of Online Open Courseware by Postgraduate and Doctoral Students: A Case Study
Authors: . Renu , Parmar Seema , Kumari Dinesh , . Sarla
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the level of awareness about and usage of Online Open Course Ware (OCW) among Postgraduate (PG) and PhD students. It examines the challenges faced by students and identifies preferred OCW platforms. A structured Google questionnaire was distributed among PG and PhD students of various departments, yielding responses from 114 participants. Findings reveal high awareness of online learning, proactive engagement with digital educational resources, substantial utilisation of OCW platforms, and notable challenges including slow internet speed. Swayam emerged as the most recognised OCW platform, with hurdles including slow internet speed and lack of guidance. Despite positive attitudes towards online learning and OCW, further efforts are warranted to enhance awareness and address utilization challenges.
Nostalgia in the entertainment industry: the case of Pokémon Go and The Little Mermaid
Authors: Cerdán Molero Silvia , Martínez García Jose Antonio
Published: July 2024

Nostalgia-based marketing strategies have garnered significant attention in recent times owing to their ability to evoke deep emotions and influence consumer behaviour. However, the success of nostalgia-based marketing is not a foregone conclusion. The effectiveness of nostalgia depends on the characteristics of the product and the target audience. This study uses qualitative research to explore the boundaries of strong nostalgia-triggered feelings in two different entertainment products: the 2015 video game Pokémon Go and Disney’s 2023 remake of The Little Mermaid. Interpretative analysis revealed two key concepts that are crucial to understanding target audience attitudes and behaviour: habituation and changes in the core features of the original product. A delicate, nuanced balance is required between respect for the essence of the original nostalgic product and the introduction of innovations to prevent habituation. This balance is crucial in order to preserve the core features that lead to the formation of personal and collective childhood memories.