bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Investigation of photodegradation of 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid on Cu2O/g-C3N4 catalysts
Authors: Le Thanh Son  , Nguyen Thanh Binh  , Do Van Dang  , Dang Van Long
Published: December 2022

The series x% (wt) Cu2O/g-C3N4 composites were prepared by the conventional impregnation method. These compounds were characterized by different methods such as X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), UV–vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (UV-DRS), and Photoluminescence spectroscopy (PL). The results clearly showed the existence of Cu2O and g-C3N4 phases. The photocatalytic activity was estimated by the degradation of 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D). The 5% Cu2O/g-C3N4 catalyst showed the highest activity, with the photodegradation yield reached 7,3%. The addition of H2O2 remarkably improved the yield, with 98,5% attained after 1 hour of irradiation.
Treatment of wastewater from the flocculation process of waste cutting fluid by zerovalent iron catalyst
Authors: Le Thi Thu Hang  , Pham Thi Mai Phuong  , Hoang Huu Hiep  , Chu Thi Hai Nam
Published: December 2022

Waste cutting fluids are considered as hazardous wastes because they contain numerous different components causing environmental problems. Normally, a flocculation method is applied to treat preliminarily. However, the output wastewater still needs treating further to meet the national standards of industrial wastewater before disposal. So, this research reports the secondary treatment stage of the waste cutting fluid collected from an industrial factory in Vietnam using zero valent iron (ZVI) catalyst. This catalyst was synthesized via a redox reaction between sodium borohydride (NaBH4) and ferric chloride (FeCl3). Key factors affecting the quality of the ZVI particles such as the concentration of the NaBH4 reductant, reaction temperature, and dropping rate were investigated systematically. At the optimum synthesis conditions, viz. the NaBH4 concentration of 0.2 M, reaction temperature of 25 oC and the dropping rate of 3 ml/min, the synthesized ZVI exhibited a narrow range of particle size distribution with a mean size of 3.9 μm, followed by a high surface area, and good catalytic activity. As a catalyst for secondary treatment of the waste cutting fluid, the synthesized ZVI demonstrated a moderate chemical oxygen demand (COD) removal performance of  49%, corresponding to COD reduction for from 4023 mg/l to about 2059 mg/l.
Synthesis of some imidazolium based ionic liquids and influence of some factors on reaction yields
Authors: Ha T. N. Uong  , Ngoc C. Pham  , Hoang Thị Kim Dung  , Tang Ngoc Thanh Van  , Thuy T. L. Bui
Published: December 2022

In this paper, three imidazolium ionic liquids 1-methyl -3-n-tetradecylimidazolium chloride ([C14MIM]Cl), 1-n-butyl -3-n-butylimidazolium chloride ([C4BIM]Cl), and 1-n-butyl-3-n-tetradecylimidazolium chloride ([C14BIM]Cl) with different alkyl chain lengths were synthesized and characterized by infrared, 1H-NMR and 13C-NMR NMR and nuclear magnetic resonance, and mass spectra. The effect of structure of alkyl chloride and imidazole compounds on the synthesis yield was evaluated. In addition, the effects of reaction conditions such as temperature, time, and molar ratio of reactants on the synthesis yield were also investigated to find out suitable conditions for the synthesis processes.
Synthesis of inorganic polymer sodium aluminum silicate system based on sodium silicate and application as film forming agent for silicate paint
Authors: Le Manh Cuong  , Tran Thi Minh Nguyet  , Luu Thi Lan Anh  , Bui Xuan Khanh  , Nguyen Hoang Than
Published: December 2022

In this study, sodium aluminum silicate inorganic polymer was synthesized by sol-gel method. The parameters affecting the polymer formation were also investigated. Polymers with optimal parameters have been applied to make high temperature resistant inorganic paints. Modified infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) methods were used to investigate the characteristics of the paint film. Furthermore, the mechanical and mechanical properties of heat-resistant inorganic paints and their heat resistance were also investigated.
Synthesis of bimetallic Ag-Au nanoparticles for surface-enhanced Raman scattering spectroscopy
Authors: Nguyen Thi Tuyet Mai  , Hoang Thi Thu Hoai  , Nguyen Le Huy  , Tran Thanh Hoai  , Pham Van Hai
Published: December 2022

In this report, bimetallic Au-Ag nanoparticles were successfully prepared by a chemical strategy using binary reduction agents. The metal ratio in bimetallic nanoparticles can be easily tuned by controlling the metal precursor ratio. Using Rhodamine as a probe molecule, we investigated the surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) activity of synthesized bimetallic Au-Ag nanoparticles. The results demonstrate that our materials allow to enhance about 2×106 times the Raman signal of Rhodamine. Hence, the combination of unique features of two plasmonic metals opens up exciting prospects for the design of an ultra-sensitive sensor based on SERS.
Application of SSM in the Distribution Chain of Antiretroviral Medicines
Authors: Silva José Orlando Sousa da , Jerônimo Taciana De Barros , Aquino Joás Tomaz de , Sousa Juliana Valença de , Melo Fagner José Coutinho de
Published: December 2022

Purpose: The paper analyzes the distribution chain of antiretroviral drugs of the HIV/AIDS Program, through the application of Soft Systems Methodology- SSM, from the perspective of the professionals who work in the pharmacy of the university public hospital of high complexity responsible for the logistic coordination of the HIV / AIDS Program at the state level.Design/methodology/approach: To obtain a systemic view of the functioning of the chain and the factors that lead to the rupture of the distribution channel, SSM was used.Findings: The results obtained contribute to understand how complicated the logistics of these drugs are; them propose possible solutions to solved this situation.Research, Practical & Social implications: The study showed the importance of the methodology applied to the organizational reality of a public organization.Originality/value: The research subjects are: (i) four professionals from the HIV / AIDS Program of the hospital under study; (ii) three professionals in the coordination of the Planning of the Acquisition of Medicines and inputs of the HIV / AIDS Program of the State Secretariat of Health of Pernambuco.
Percepção dos Professores do Magistério Superior Quanto ao Plano de Carreira Docente em uma Universidade Federal Brasileira
Authors: Lucena Eliane , Czarneski Flavia , De Gomes Débora Gomes , Silva Francielle Molon da , Souza Marcos Antônio De
Published: December 2022

Objetivo: A carreira docente nas universidades públicas federais brasileiras passou por alterações na legislação relativa ao Plano de Carreiras e Cargos do Magistério Federal. O estudo busca diagnosticar os conhecimentos de docentes do ensino supe-rior público quanto ao plano de carreira, regido pela Lei 12.772/2012, e às delibera-ções, no contexto de uma universidade federal brasileira localizada na região sul do Brasil.Método/abordagem: O estudo possui caráter documental, descritivo e quantitativo. Além da pesquisa documental a coleta de dados também se deu por instrumento de pesquisa em escala do tipo Likert de cinco pontos, endereçado aos professores da instituição.Contribuições teóricas/práticas/sociais: O estudo contribui para a discussão da te-mática, apontando possíveis melhorias na redação e compreensão das deliberações oficiais e seus impactos na motivação dos docentes.Originalidade/relevância: Dentre os resultados, observou-se que poucos docentes consideram que o plano atende suas necessidades, o que pode refletir em baixo ní-vel de motivação destes profissionais no exercício de suas atividades.
Estresse ocupacional: um estudo comparativo com jovens trabalhadores
Authors: Gomes Amanda Gabriela , Paiva Kely César Martins de , Barbosa Jane Kelly Dantas
Published: December 2022

Objetivo: As mudanças na dinâmica do mundo laboral esbarraram em certos limites do ser humano, trazendo o imperativo de estudos sobre temas como o estresse, em especial, aquele decorrente do trabalho. Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo analisar como se configura o estresse ocupacional de jovens trabalhadores assistidos pelo ESPRO (Ensino Social Profissionalizante) da cidade de Belo Horizonte (MG), nos anos de 2010 e 2019.Método/abordagem: A pesquisa é descritivo-quantitativa, através de estudo de caso. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de questionários estruturados e os dados foram submetidos à Análise Fatorial Exploratória e comparação de medianas.Contribuições teóricas/práticas/sociais: O estresse ocupacional percebido pelos jo-vens abordados em 2010 era maior do que o demonstrado em 2019. Apesar da insta-bilidade na situação política e econômica do Brasil nos últimos anos, os dados indi-cam que os jovens estão menos estressados do que antes.Originalidade/relevância: Dentre os construtos estudados, houve melhora na saúde mental, na saúde física e nos fatores de pressão e insatisfação e houve, ainda, dimi-nuição do uso de estratégias de combate ao estresse, enquanto a propensão ao es-tresse desses jovens se manteve equilibrada.
Consumo compartilhado de peças do vestuário sob a lente das teorias da prática: um estudo sobre a percepção dos praticantes e dos provedores
Authors: Costa Márcia Regina Cavalcanti , Silva Minelle E.
Published: December 2022

Objetivo: As mudanças nos estilos de vida e consumo vêm sendo sistematicamente debatidas como caminhos para uma sociedade mais sustentável. No vestuário, o compartilhamento de peças é uma das estratégias do slow fashion para mudança no estilo de consumo. Assim, a pesquisa busca identificar como praticantes e provedo-res percebem a prática de compartilhar peças do vestuário em Fortaleza-CE.Método/abordagem: A pesquisa é qualitativo-exploratória com dados coletados por meio de entrevistas individuais e coletivas com praticantes e provedores. A análise de conteúdo realizada aponta similaridades relacionadas ao consumo colaborativo.Contribuições teóricas/práticas/sociais: O estudo contribui para teoria trazendo no-vos elementos para o estudo de consumo colaborativo e para práticas de gestão, por meio do detalhamento de ações requeridas na prática do consumo de vestuário.Originalidade/relevância: Nesta pesquisa, o consumo de peças do vestuário, repre-sentado por peças de segunda-mão, é analisado sob a lente das teorias da prática, que presume a dinâmica entre três elementos da prática: materiais, competências e significados.
A visão tridimensional do poder e a teoria da agência: qual a contribuição de Lukes?
Authors: Ramos Raquel Souza , Santos Joséte Florencio , Silva Marianny Jessica de Brito , Andrade Jackeline Amantino
Published: December 2022

Objetivo: O artigo visou analisar a teoria da agência à luz de Lukes e sua proposta tridimensional de poder que estabelece a possibilidade de um conflito latente nas organizações.Método/abordagem: O trabalho foi desenvolvido por meio de pesquisa bibliográfi-ca, mediante análise e confronto de referenciais teóricos.Contribuições teóricas/práticas/sociais: Percebeu-se que, na relação entre acionistas e gestores, os mecanismos de poder estão ligados especialmente à terceira dimensão de poder, alçada na manipulação do principal sobre o agente por meio da máxima referente à propriedade e da oferta de ações executivas ao próprio gestor. Entretan-to, é necessário considerar também o exercício do poder pelo agente, ainda que haja assimetria no nível de dominação comparado ao principalOriginalidade/relevância: O estudo revelou que, ao invés de ressaltar na teoria da agência a dicotomia bom versus mau, deve-se refletir sobre a dominação e a resistên-cia nesse processo, que podem partir, de ambos os lados.
Ciência de dados no apoio à gestão em uma operadora de saúde
Authors: Guedes Júnior Edmar Oliveira , Marques Érico Veras , Correia Neto Jocildo Figueiredo , Barreto Plinio Nobre Girão
Published: December 2022

Objetivo: O sistema de saúde suplementar está inserido em um mercado fortemente regulado e sujeito a desafios como o aumento dos custos na saúde e a forte competi-tividade. Assim, o presente estudo objetiva analisar como a ciência de dados contri-bui com o apoio à gestão em uma operadora de saúde suplementar de grande porte.Método/abordagem: Realizou-se um estudo de casos múltiplos, a partir de dados colhidos e analisados de quatro projetos estratégicos ligados à área de ciência de dados da oitava maior operadora do sistema Unimed no Brasil.Contribuições teóricas/práticas/sociais: A pesquisa evidenciou robustez das ferra-mentas analíticas utilizadas na organização e boa automatização de processos. Evi-denciou-se também que a ciência de dados proporcionou incremento dos resultados gerais ligados à redução de custos, melhoria de processos e maior qualidade no atendimento ao cliente, conferindo um relevante diferencial estratégico.Originalidade/relevância: O estudo apresenta ciência de dados como ferramenta capaz de gerenciar um volume crescente de informação, que é um dos recursos fundamentais ao alcance de objetivos estratégicos.
Rasgos sintácticos de la titulación amarillista
Authors: Moreno Gómez Nadia Carolina
Published: December 2022

El presente artículo es un trabajo de investigación realizado en el seno de la tradición discursiva de la prensa amarillista o sensacionalista. Se tiene como objetivo identificar los rasgos sintácticos de la titulación amarillista con el fin de descubrir si los mismos tienen una estructura sui géneris que los distinga de otro tipo de titulares. Para ello se recolectó un corpus de 500 encabezados pertenecientes al diario amarillista mexicano Metro distribuido en la zona metropolitana de Guadalajara, Jalisco, México, durante el año 2020. Para el estudio del corpus obtenido procedimos desde una perspectiva sintáctica con el fin de identificar las construcciones más recurrentes en los titulares, así como las categorías gramaticales que gozan de más productividad en sus configuraciones. Se reporta la preferencia por el uso del presente del indicativo y las construcciones con sujeto elidido, no obstante, notamos una tendencia hacia el empleo de construcciones no predicativas.
The Sumgait Massacres: Characteristics and Definitions
Authors:   Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute Foundation, Hovhannisyan Gayane
Published: December 2022

This paper concerns one of the first displays of ethnic violence in the recent history of the USSR that took place in the city of Sumgait in the Azerbaijanian SSR in February 1988 and was the start of violence of an anti-Armenian nature. It is a study of contemporary perceptions, definitions and terminology. Arising from this object, this paper examines the following questions: ● What were Armenian perceptions and characteristics of the Sumgait massacres and the factors that governed their conditions ● What definitions and perceptions were merited as a result of the Sumgait massacres by the Azerbaijanian side ● How were the Sumgait massacres evaluated by the international public and the USSR leadership ● What were the scientific definitions of the terms given to the Sumgait massacres and their characteristics. Research has been carried out on the basis of specialist literature, archival materials, witness statements, contemporary periodical press etc. Descriptions, analyses, narrative analyses and comparative methods were also utilised in this study. As a result of the research carried out, the conclusion was reached that the February 1988 massacres of the Armenian population of the Azerbaijanian city of Sumgait by the participants, various political circles and structures, conditioned by several factors, merited different appraisals. On the Armenian side, they were immediately linked, in the collective Armenian consciousness, to the Armenian Genocide realised in the 20th century within the Ottoman Empire. The central authorities, arising out of Soviet national policy principles, interpreted the event as “mass unrest.” In its euphemistic definitions, the Azerbaijani side attempted to “neutralise” the ethnically based violence used against a part of the population. The “Armenian intrigue and treachery” theory, as a “legal” explanation of the violence, aims to justify the crimes committed and evade any responsibility for them. The international public saw the Sumgait massacres in an ethnic context, stressing the laudable, necessary measures taken by the central authorities to prevent and stop them.
The Artsakh Issue in its Historical-Legal Development
Authors:   Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute Foundation, Gzoyan Edita
Published: December 2022

Artsakh or Karabakh is an integral part of historic Armenia. Felling under the rule of various conquerors throughout the history, Artsakh remained Armenian, sometimes possessing also a semi-independent status. The legal history of the Artsakh dispute can be traced back to the 1813 Treaty of Gulistan, when Persia ceded sovereignty of Artsakh to the Russian Empire. After the collapse of the Russian Empire, during 1918-1920 Artsakh was disputed by the Republics of Armenia and Azerbaijan, because of the administrative policy of the former Russian Empire to unite the national territories into mixed administrative units. After being incorporated into the Soviet Union, again because of the same administrative police, the Armenian populated Artsakh was incorporated into Soviet Azerbaijan as an autonomous district (marz). Utilizing Article 3 of the "Law on Procedure for Resolving Questions Connected with a Union Republic’s Secession from the USSR,” which provides right to the people of autonomous republics and autonomous formations to independently decide their future state-legal status, on September 2, 1991, a joint session of the People's Deputies of the Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Region and Shahumian regional councils, declared the establishment of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic (NKR). This move was followed by a referendum, where 99,9 percent voted for independence of NKR. After this vote until now, Azerbaijan tries to seize Artsakh by force, which is contrary to international public and humanitarian law. This article aims to study the status of Artsakh in the context of the above historical-legal developments. It clearly demonstrates that the right of people of Artsakh to independence is undisputable.
Analysing the Effect of Coding-Based Applications on Retention Scores through the Mixed-Meta Method
Authors: KURT Fatih , BATDI Veli
Published: December 2022

In this study, it is aimed to examine the studies on coding-based applications through the mixed-meta analysis method. The effect of coding-based practices on retention scores was examined using the meta-analysis method at first step. Following the first step, a meta-thematic analyzes of the qualitative studies were carried out on behalf of the effectiveness of coding-based applications and results regarding the relationship and effectiveness of coding-based practices with retention were reached. 10 studies on the effectiveness and retention of coding-based practices were attained through the scanning databases regarding document review. According to the results from meta-analysis, effect size (g=1.48 – huge) of coding-based applications had a significant difference in favor related practices. In addition, it has been determined that coding-based applications are effective teaching methods when studies based on participants’ opinions in line with the themes and codes were examined within the framework of meta-thematic analysis. The results of the research revealed that meta-analysis and meta-thematic analysis findings are compatible with each other and that coding-based practices contribute to easy, effective and enjoyable learning, positively influence students’ cognitive development processes, improve their skills, and affect them to come up with new products. Additionally, it has been concluded that the proper usage of the related applications can increase retention. It has been observed that coding-based applications contribute to analytical and multi-dimensional thinking, possess problem-solving property, are easy to reinforce, and provide retention.
Adapting ELT coursebooks listening materials within an ELF-aware perspective: Voices from Greek and Italian classrooms
Authors: LOPRİORE Lucilla , TSANTİLA Natasha
Published: December 2022

This contribution, drawing on the ELF-awareness perspective (Sifakis, 2019), emphasises the need for ELT materials adaptation within the latest ELF and WEs literature and research. Focusing on listening, it showcases adaptations of existing materials in EFL coursebooks used in Italy and Greece and presents data collected through student lesson-evaluations and teacher interviews. The adaptations comprise: a) replacement of prefabricated listening inputs with authentic spoken discourse encountered outside the classroom situation, b) design of follow-up tasks stimulating students’ involvement in authentic interactions, and c) inclusion of reflective questions that can trigger teachers’ and learners’ awareness regarding language use, learning and instructional practices. Findings, indicating that the attempted modifications were successful, provide insights in enhancing our understanding of ELF-awareness integration in ELT.
Anti-oxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent Activities and Skin Barrier Enhancement Effects of Cynomorium songaricum Extract
Authors: Guo Rong , Lee Ji-An
Published: December 2022

The present study investigates the effects of two extracts from Cynomorium songaricum (CS) on the skin barrier enhancement and astringent activity. Although the effects of CS have been reported in various diseases including cancer, diabetes and inflammatory diseases, the skin protective effects of CS are poorly understood. To test the skin protection abilities, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory activities including radical scavenging activity, polyphenol contents measurement, nitric oxide (NO) production, iNOS protein level and IL-6 cytokine were tested. The C. songaricum methanol extract (CSM) showed potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. The CSM also enhanced the astringent activity in a dose-dependent manner. In addition, the anti-wrinkle activities were tested using elastase inhibition rate, MMP-1, and AQP-3 protein expressions. Furthermore, the mRNA level of filaggrin, loricrin, and involucrin was significantly increased in the CSM treated cells, as compared with the TNF-α treated cells. Therefore, C. songaricum may be a potent source for cosmetics or treating inflammatory skin diseases.
Investigation and Analysis of Obesity Treatment and Obesity Management Behavior in Korean Medicine Clinics
Authors: Kim Ho-jin , Han Chae-Jeong
Published: December 2022

After the completion of obesity treatment, customer (patient) satisfaction was high, and it was found that if obesity treatment was added to the existing treatment at Korean medicine clinics, sales would increase. And the respondents answered that if obesity management is implemented, sales seem to be increased at a high rate. If providing information on effective obesity management methods that have been verified in the beauty field to Korean medicine doctors, a high proportion of them were willing to combine the current obesity treatment with cosmetic therapy, and also responded that the possibility of mutual fusion and collaboration in the future is high. There were many positive answers about whether or not obesity management at korean medicine clinics would contribute to opportunities for field training and employment for students enrolled in the beauty field. Also, if obesity treatment and obesity management are mutually fused or collaborated, they also showed a high positive rate on whether they think the sales of the beauty industry and the Korean medicine medical tourism industry will increase. A high percentage of responses also showed that if obesity treatment and obesity management were mutually fused or collaborated, it would help to increase the preference and vitalization of the Korean medicine medical industry and beauty tourism industry by domestic and foreign tourists.
Exogenous Application of Salicylic acid Mitigates heat-induced Oxidative Stress in Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.)
Authors: Zahra Maryam , Rasul Sumaira , Saeed Fozia , Rasool Lubna , Manzoor Hamid
Published: December 2022

Due to climate change, heat stress is becoming one of the most disastrous abiotic stresses and responsible for huge crop losses in different regions of the world. Adverse effects of heat stress can be encountered by the use of phytohormones and salicylic acid (SA) is one of those hormones having capability to protect plants from heat stress. Current research work was planned to explore the defensive role of exogenously applied SA in barley cultivars under high temperature. For this purpose, two weeks old plants of four barley cultivars (Jau-87, B-10007, B-14003 and B-14037) were foliar sprayed with SA (2 mM and 5 mM) for 24 hours and then were exposed to heat stress (42 °C). Our results showed that heat exposure made a prominent decrease in chlorophyll contents, carotenoids, relative water contents, antioxidant enzymes activities (superoxide dismutase, peroxidase and catalase) and anthocyanin activity while increased lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) contents and proline accumulation. Foliar application of SA enhanced plants photosynthetic pigments (chlorophyll a, b and total), RWC, proline, and anthocyanin under control and stressed conditions. SA pre-treatment under heat stress reduced H2O2 and MDA levels whereas activities of reactive oxygen species (ROS) scavenging enzymes were elevated by all tested SA concentrations. These results suggest that SA can efficiently remove H2O2 by increasing activity of above mentioned enzymes hence reducing oxidative stress and malondialdehyde (MDA) contents. Proline, an important amino acid that acts as an anti-oxidative system in plants also highly accumulated in SA co-treated heat-stressed plants. Our results also showed that 2mM SA is more effective in protecting barley plants under heat stress as compared to 5mM SA. This concluded that defensive nature of SA regulates different physiological and biochemical processes to induce heat tolerance in barley.
Genetic Variation Analysis among different sheep Breeds of Balochistan by Utilizing Cytochrome b Gene of Mitochondrial DNA.
Authors: Arain Muhammad Bilawal
Published: December 2022

This study was conducted to analyze the utility of mitochondrial cytochrome b gene sequences for phylogenetic estimates of relationships between Sheep breeds of balochistan. 100 animals (4 sheep breeds) were selected from various areas of Balochistan. Blood samples were collected and processed for DNA extraction. Specific primers were designed for the amplification of mitochondrial cytochrome b gene. Direct Sequencing of gene was done to identify the genetic variation and phylogenetic relationship among sheep breeds. The genetic variations identified in three sheep breeds i.e. 243bp T/C whereas TAT/TAC which coded same amino acid Tyrosine on 81st codon, 309bp T/C whereas TAT/TAC which coded same amino acid Tyrosine on 103rd codon and 366bp G/A whereas GCG/GCA which coded Alanine on 122nd codon in Harnai, Rakhshani and Balochi respectively. Phylogenetic tree was constructed on line by using MABL (Methods Algorithems Bio-informatique Lirmm) on line. Genetic distance was found among the breeds was 0.3.
Global Citizenship Education: A New Approach to Global Citizenship Development
Authors: Amna Saleem  , Farah Deeba  , Muhammad Aqeel Raza
Published: December 2022

Global citizenship education is a type of civic learning in which students take part in projects that deal with social, political, economic, or environmental problems that affect the whole world. The goal of Global Citizenship Education (GCE) is to give people of all ages the tools they need to take part in building more peaceful, tolerant, inclusive, and safe societies, both locally and globally. As a basic need of citizens, global citizenship education is of paramount importance today. The purpose of the paper is to provide understanding related to global citizenship and global citizenship education. The data was collected using secondary sources such as journals, articles, web sources, etc. Researchers shed light on the major elements, dimensions, and themes of global citizenship education. The major themes of global citizenship education, such as peace education, human rights education, civic education, humanitarian norms, and the psychosocial dimensions of global citizenship, are discussed in this paper. In this paper, it is concluded that global citizenship education enables citizens to change the way they live and to adopt modern education for their betterment. Additionally, it changes their mentality towards different cultures of the world, bringing peace and harmony to the whole world. According to this study, teachers should be educated about global citizenship and provide global citizenship in all fields of education. The current government should provide facilities for Pakistani students in order for them to become global citizens.
A comprehensive characterization and therapeutic properties in ripened Noni fruits (Morinda citrifolia L.)
Authors: Sarkar Bhanumati , Bhattacharya Prosun , Yen Chen Chien , Maity Jyoti Prakash , Biswas Titas
Published: December 2022

In this study, methanolic extracts from fresh ripening noni fruits (NFs) (Morinda citrifolia) were analyzed using GC-MS, FTIR, and XRD methods. Comprehensive assessments were studied by proximate analysis (PA), higher heat value (HHV), bulk density (BD) and swelling index (SI). The qualitative analysis of the ripening NFs extracts in various solvents, including distilled water, chloroform, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), dimethyl formamide, and methanol, revealed positive results for starch, terpenoids, saponin, and cardiac glycosides. The percentages of volatile matter, ash content and fixed carbon in PA are 78.799±0.592, 7.18±0.044 and 14.02±0.553, respectively. To use biomass as energy, PA is essential that burns in a gaseous state (volatile matter), solid-state (fixed carbon), and inorganic waste material (ash). It is important to consider the HHV of 17.185±0.103 MJ/kg when estimating the potential for energy recovery from the fruit's biomass. Compositional analysis (CA) was used to determine the percentages of the extractive contents (4.497±0.346), cellulose (33.114±0.261), lignin (9.569±0.399), and hemicellulose (17.89±0.608), all of which have substantial antibacterial properties. Our research looked at its BD (0.312±0.001g/cm3) and SI (1.535±0.022%), resulting in increased susceptibility of the biomass to microbial activity. FTIR and XRD reveal C-O, O-H, N-H, O=C=O, C-H, and O-H linkages with solid lattice spacing. It helps to determine how a substance will interact with biological tissue following implantation. However, no research documents were found in any literature about the oil from noni fruits for the purpose of external pain relief. Advice on using NFs oil for pain treatment comes from our field study of a woman who is 80 years old. In ripening NFs extract, GC-MS analysis identified 100 phytochemicals, including D-limonene, 3-carene, gamma-terpinene, methyl eugenol, caryophyllene, hentriacontane etc. GCMS and virtual screening-cum-molecular docking studies have been done and reported first time to check the documentation and look for caryophyllene that could be used for pain-relieving properties. These compounds have been shown to have antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticancer, inflammation in the brain and oxidative stress-related effects. Our research confirms the bioactive potential of ripening NFs as an alternative medication source.
Caracterización del Sistema Productivo de Fincas Ganaderas de las provincias Tambopata y Tahuamanu, Madre de Dios, Perú
Authors: Quispe-Ccasa Hurley Abel , Canto-Saenz Francys Mitchel , Ampuero Gustavo , Feijoo Shefferson , Huaman-Fuertes Ethel
Published: December 2022

Las políticas agrarias para el mejoramiento de la productividad pecuaria requieren información para formular estrategias de intervención, de acuerdo a las características heterogéneas de los ganaderos y el manejo de sus fincas. El objetivo del estudio fue caracterizar el componente sociodemográfico de los ganaderos y las características del sistema productivo de fincas ganaderas de las provincias de Tambopata (distrito Laberinto, Las piedras y Tambopata) y Tahuamanu (distrito Iberia e Iñapari), departamento de Madre de Dios, Perú. Se aplicó una entrevista estructurada a 183 ganaderos en los cinco Distritos, considerando 33 indicadores. Los datos se analizaron con estadística descriptiva, tablas de contingencia, asociación, ANOVA y prueba de Kruskal-Wallis, y análisis de conglomerados. Se encontró asociación significativa entre distrito con género, ocupación secundaria y fuente de ingresos primaria. La provincia y distrito se asociaron a la fuente de ingreso primaria, tipo de mano de obra, preparación de terreno, pasto para pastoreo y raza bovina secundaria (P<0,05). Hubo diferencias entre años de residencia en el departamento de Madre de Dios y años de dedicación a la ganadería, según provincia, distrito, género y edad (P<0,01). Además, el número de hectáreas para pastoreo y número de cabezas de ganado variaron por provincia y distrito (P<0,01). Se caracterizaron tres grupos de ganaderos: tradicional-experimentado, menos experimentado y experimentado. Los años en la ganadería fueron 32,4 ± 9,5; 16,2 ± 7,7 y 28,0 ± 11,6 años y las unidades animal promedio fueron 69,9 ± 47,7; 40,3 ± 34,6 y 314,4 ± 106,5, respectivamente. En general, existe predominio del enfoque productivo a ganado de carne (85,5 %), uso de Brachiaria brizantha para pastoreo (69,4 %) y el ganado criollo como el más frecuente (68,8 %).
In-Transit Metastasis in a Dog with High-Grade Soft Tissue Sarcoma: A Case Report
Authors: Hicks Kelly , LeRoith Tanya , Partridge Brittanie , Dervisis Nikolaos
Published: December 2022

A 6 yr old male castrated American Staffordshire terrier was referred for a nonhealing wound at the site of a previously incompletely excised, high-grade soft tissue sarcoma. Physical examination revealed right popliteal lymphadenopathy and a fungating mass of the right pelvic limb at the level of the hock. Thoracic and abdominal computed tomography revealed mild lymphadenopathy of multiple iliac and inguinal lymph nodes. Right pelvic limb amputation and inguinal lymphadenectomy were performed. Histopathology was consistent of a high-grade soft tissue sarcoma with diffuse spread through the lymphatic vessels of the right pelvic limb up to the right inguinal lymph node but not affecting the lymph node itself. Doxorubicin chemotherapy was elected postoperatively as adjuvant therapy. Approximately 4 mo following initiation of chemotherapy, the patient developed a firm, tubular subcutaneous mass starting near the previous amputation site with tracking toward the thorax. Fine needle aspiration of the new mass was consistent with atypical spindle cell proliferation. Palliative care was elected, and the patient was euthanized 3 mo later because of progressive disease. In-transit metastasis is a rare behavior for soft tissue sarcomas across all species, and this is the first report of such a presentation for canine soft tissue sarcoma.
STUART HALL’UN KODLAMA/KOD ÇÖZÜMÜ KAVRAMLARI ARACILIĞIYLA ABD 2016 SEÇİMLERİNİN ANALİZİ VE ETKİLEŞİM TASARIM TEKNOLOJİLERİNDEKİ SAĞLARLIKLAR İLE İLİŞKİSİ
Authors: KASAP Cagri Baris
Published: December 2022

Bu makalede, İngiliz Kültürel Çalışmalar grubunun en bilinen temsilcisi Stuart Hall (1980)’un Encoding/decoding başlıklı çalışmasında bahsettiği açılım üzerinden Etkileşim Tasarımının yapısı üzerine bir analiz yapılmıştır. Çeşitli incelemeler ve örneklerle irdelenen kodlama [encoding] ve kod çözme [decoding] kavramları etkileşim tasarımı açısından açıklanmış ve Hall’un çalışması doğrultusunda tasarım alanında bu kavramların açılımlarının nasıl uygulanabileceği tartışılmıştır. Öncelikle, Hall tarafından kod çözme alanında tanımlanan üç okuma pozisyonu, hegemonik-baskın, uzlaştırılmış kod ve global-muhalif, ABD 2016 Başkanlık Seçimi’nden örnekler kullanılarak açıklanmıştır. Daha sonra Hall (1980)’un, basit enformasyon teorik modellerin sınırlamalarını eleştirdiği ve izleyiciye bir aracı olma şansı vererek mesajların yaratım, dağıtım, tüketim ve yeniden üretim aşamaları için yaptığı semiyotik analiz Etkileşim Tasarımı açısından irdelenmiştir. Ayrıca bu analizdeki hegemonik gücü kabul veya ret eden her aşamaya özgü yöntemlerin varlığı üzerinde durulmuştur. Son bölümde ise, Stuart Hall’un (1980) çalışmasının, Etkileşim Teknolojileri’ndeki Sağlarlıklar ile olan ilişkisi irdelenmiştir.
Incidence of Helicobacter pylori Infection in District Haripur Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Authors: Akhtar Taimoor , Sarwar Sumaira , Ishfaq Afsheen , Haider Imran , Zia Qurat ul Ain , Kanwal Ayesha , Sabir Maimoona
Published: December 2022

Background: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a Gram-negative, microaerophilic bacteria residing in stomach area, sometime presence of H. pylori does not demonstrate symptoms and causes disease to the host. H. pylori possibly the most common human pathogen, 60% of the world’s adult population’s guts are infested by this pathogen. Aim: Aim of study was to identify H. pylori in different age groups of Haripur district and examine different parameters associated with H. pylori. Method: Sero-prevalance rate of H. pylori among 150 individuals were analyzed using diaspot kit (Koeman Group of Companies.). Correlation of different parameters such as age group, occupation, gender, foods, water type consumption, sign and symptoms were analyzed in H. pylori infected individuals. The entire samples were collected from DHQ Haripur. All the methods were adopted as per manufacturer protocol using diaspot kit for H. pylori infection. Findings: Current study showed 85(56.6%) were positive samples while 65(43.3%) were negative. Among them, 48(56.4%) male and 37(43.5%) female were positive for H. pylori infection. Ratio of positive cases in age groups ranging from 20-30, 31-40, 41-50 and 51-60 were 21.1%, 31.7%, 24.7% and 22.3% respectively. Housewives (21.4%) employer (54.1%) and students were 24.7% positive for H. pylori. 65% of individual were found positive whose source of drinking water was tube well; water from bore well users were 55% positive and 43% filter users were positive for H. pylori. Among 150, 102(68%) were using spicy foods and remaining 48(32%) were using less spicy foods. 57(38%) of patients were on treatment of H. pylori while the 93(62%) were not taking treatment, results found that 85(56.6%) of individuals were positive while the 65(43.3%) found to be negative for the presence of H. pylori. Conclusion: Various epidemiological features like unhygienic food, increasing age, gender, and water type were also positively associated with H. pylori. Besides that, occupation and spicy food were also directly related to H. pylori. Keywords: Helicobacter pylori, Gram-negative bacteria, Incidence rate, Haripur, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
Diagnostic Value of Hematological Parameters in COVID-19 Patients
Authors: Zahra Syeda Bint-e- , Choudry Jawad Zaffar , Iqbal Hamid , Rubab Zill-E- , Khan Mehreen Aftab , Mehdi Syed Tasadak
Published: December 2022

Background: Covid-19 was fulminant and had a rapid spread in China and many other areas around the globe. This is a life threatening problem at present as it causes the severe acute respiratory syndrome corona virus (SARS-CoV). Aim: To explore the diagnostic value of hematological parameters in COVID-19 patients. Study Design: Comparative Cross-Sectional Study. Methodology: Patients (n=200) having COVID-19 were enrolled. All patients had CBC and inflammatory markers. Various hematological markers were used as prognostic markers. SPSS software, v 23 analyzed data. Independent t-test and Chi square were applied and p value of <0.05 was taken significant. Results: Mean age for patients having COVID was 47± 15.48 years. Mean values of hematological parameters and platelet count were significantly low among COVID patients when compared with non-COVID patients thus having significant difference. Practical Implication: This study highlighted simple, cost-effective hematological parameters that can be useful diagnostic tools for COVI-19. This study indicated that routine tests can guide towards disease like COVID-19. Conclusion: We concluded that hematological parameters (TLC, ANC, AMC, NLR and platelet count) play a vital role as diagnostic tool for COVID-19 patients. Keywords: Covid-19, d-Dimers, NLR, NLM and Hematological Parameters.
GENERATION Z: MEDIA CONSUMPTION AND MIL
Authors: PANAGIOTOU Nıkolaos , LAZOU Chryssa , BALİOU Anthoula
Published: December 2022

The aim of this paper is to discuss Generation Z (the generation of people born in the late 1990s and early 2000s) media consumption patterns and their understanding and adoption of MIL. Digital and media literacy are recognized as tools of particular importance in strengthening young people’s civic participation and understanding of the news. This element has become increasingly important with the proliferation of mis/disinformation especially on digital platforms. Generation Z, like Millennials before them, spend considerable screen time. They are native technophiles that have had touchscreen devices and smart features from their very early years. That is a critical factor in their media consumption as they reach adulthood. Yet, while they swipe, tap, like, and share, they’re aware of how much attention their tech is getting. Through a study regarding media and information literacy among Generation Z (those who are 26 or younger) we provide data about the youngest generation in Greece (Generation Z) regarding their media and information consumption, and their relationship with MIL, Disinformation in relation with a critical factor that of reliability and trust in news sources and institutions.
Quality of Life, Sleep Disorders and Psychological Conditions of Partners of Female Patients with Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Authors: PARLAK Lutfiye , YILMAZ Halim , PARLAK Selman
Published: December 2022

Objectives:To investigate and compare scores of quality of life(QoL),sleep disturbances,and psychological status between the partners of female patients with fibromyalgia syndrome(FMS) and those of healthy controls. Materials and Methods:The study included partners of 100 female FMS patients under the 1990 criteria of the American Rheumatism Association(ACR) and partners of 100 female healthy controls.The partners of FMS patients and controls were investigated through Beck Depression Inventory(BDI),Beck Anxiety Inventory(BAI),Visual Analog Scale(VAS), Sensitive Point Number(SPN), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index(PSQI), and Short Form-36 (SF-36). Results:There was a statistically significant difference between partners of patients and controls concerning average scores of VAS, HNS, BDI, BAI, and PSQI (p
Clinical and Electrophysiological Characteristics of Patients with Juvenile Absence Epilepsy in a Turkish Cohort
Authors: GÜNGÖR Mesut , ÖZTÜRK Merve , DENİZ Adnan , ALİKILIÇ Defne , KARACA Ömer , KARA Bülent
Published: December 2022

Juvenile absence epilepsy is an epileptic syndrome that usually begins between the ages of 9-13 and is classified in the group of genetic generalized epilepsies, in which absence seizures are seen mainly but may also be accompanied by motor seizures in the follow-up. In our study, 33 patients who were followed up in our clinic with the diagnosis of juvenile absence epilepsy between 2010-2022 were evaluated retrospectively. Thirteen of them were excluded from the study due to insufficient clinical or electrophysiological knowledge, being diagnosed with another epileptic syndrome during follow-up. The mean age of the 20 patients included in the evaluation was 16.8 years; The mean age of seizure onset was 10.6 years. All patients had absence seizures, which were not seen more often than once a day, 40% had additional generalized tonic-clonic seizures, and 20% had focal electroencephalographic abnormalities in addition to generalized discharges on electroencephalography. Seizures recurred in 3 of 5 patients whose treatment was terminated. It was found that currently 85% of the patients continued treatment with valproic acid and monotherapy was sufficient. While there are generalized discharges at the time of diagnosis electrophysiologically, focal findings tend to occur in the follow-up; This was also found to be important in the evaluation of seizure recurrence and treatment options in patients with long-term follow-up.
Evaluation of Mothers’ Perspectives on Childhood Vaccination During The Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: ÇAKIRLI Merve , AÇIKGÖZ Ayfer , ARSLAN Deniz Tugay
Published: December 2022

ABSTRACT
Background/Aims: The COVID-19 pandemic, which made clearly showed how the availability of a vaccine could impact lives around the world, may also have changed mothers' perspectives on childhood vaccines. This research was conducted to evaluate mothers' perspectives on childhood vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods: This descriptive study was conducted 1-15 June 2020 in Turkey. The study was completed with 455 mothers. A descriptive information form and the “Attitudes towards Vaccination Scale” were used. Independent sample t-test and ANOVA were used to compare quantitative data as well as descriptive statistical methods.
Results: Of the mothers, 96% (n=437) stated that they had their child/children vaccinated regularly. It was found that 4% of the mothers had a negative attitude; 61.8% had a positive attitude toward vaccination. The top three reasons why mothers who partially or never had their children vaccinated were side effects, negative experiences with vaccination and the foreign origin of the vaccines. The COVID-19 outbreak had a positive impact on the attitudes of 19.3% of mothers towards vaccination, and a negative impact on 9%.
Conclusion: The results of the study showed that the majority of mothers had a positive attitude towards vaccination. However, there are still mothers who do not vaccinate their children. Health institutions and government organizations should continually stress the importance of vaccination on different platforms, not only for health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, but always, and following scientific recommendations.
Breast Self-Examination and Breast Cancer Awareness in Medical Students: A Survey Study in a Medical School
Authors: DUZOVA Mursel , YİĞİT Nisa İlayda , ESEN Fatma Zehra , AKMAN Nefise Betül , TÜRKYILMAZ Fatma Nur , ATCI Ahmet Alper , SİPAHİ Perihannur
Published: December 2022

Objective: This study aimed to determine the knowledge, attitudes and behaviors of students in a medical school regarding breast self-exam and also to explore their level of knowledge regarding breast cancer.

Methods: The research was carried out in Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine in April 2022, among medical students. The universe of the study consisted of all medical school students and it was conducted with 221 volunteers who accepted the study. Participants were asked questions about breast cancer and breast self-exam.

Results: Two-hundred twenty one students participated in the study. The mean age was 20,71±2,108 (range 18-32). Of the 221 participants, 67% (n: 148) were female and 33% (n: 73) were male, and 76.5% (n: 169) were preclinical (1st-2nd-3rd year) students, and 23.5% (n = 52) were clinical (4th-5th-6th year) students. 69.2% of the participants reported that they had knowledge about breast cancer. 66.8% (n:147) of the students stated that they did not perform BSE, when it was questioned why those who did not perform it, 68.8% (n:93) of them did not have enough information.

Conclusion: As a result of the survey in which the knowledge, attitude and behavior of medical school students about breast cancer and BSE were evaluated, it was concluded that there is a lack of knowledge about breast cancer. Regarding BSE, it was also determined that the students were not sufficient for both self-application and knowledge. Especially for developing countries, it is a cost-effective and effective screening method for use that can be useful in the early diagnosis of breast cancer when done correctly.