bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Features of the Main Processes of the Natural Population Movement in the Republic of Sakha – Yakutia
Authors: LEBEDEVA Ulyana Mikhailovna , MINGAZOVA Elmira Nurislamovna , LOZOVSKAYA Svetlana Artemievna , STEPANKO Nataliia Grigorievna , LATYSHEVA Larisa Alekseevna
Published: December 2022

The relevance of the stated research topic is determined by the need for a clear understanding of the population movement issues in the region of the country, in the context of existing social problems. The purpose of this scientific study is to examine in detail the data on the main trends and rates of the natural population movement using the example of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), with a separate analysis of the age-specific birth and mortality rates. The data on the main trends and indicators of the natural population movement on the example of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) are considered in detail in the article. The age-specific birthrates and deathrates are analyzed separately. The research methods included: the method of studying and generalization of experience, analytical, statistical, sociological methods. The results obtained indicate that in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) the high rates of natural population growth are observed in comparison with other subjects of the Russian Federation, there is also a low mortality rate, especially infant mortality. It was revealed that the main mortality factors in the republic are diseases of the circulatory system and neoplasms. The fact of the relationship between mortality rates from diseases of the circulatory system and mortality from diseases of the digestive system has been determined. The authors consider prospects for subsequent scientific research in this direction by obtaining the ability to predict the development of trends in population movement in individual geographic regions from the viewpoint of the negative factor influence on changes in the population of a geographic region.
Green Brand Perceived Value: A Driver for Attitude toward Green Brand Extension
Authors: SIMAMORA Elisabeth Rotua , INDRIANI Farida , SETIAWAN Budi
Published: December 2022

The purpose of this study is to develop a conceptual model that describes the process of how self-brand congruity affects attitudes toward green brand Extention. The integrated model focuses on the green brand perceived value that encourages attitude toward green brand Extention. Green brand perceived value furthermore applied to explain how green purchase intention and green trust influence attitudes toward green brand Extention. Green brand perceived value and green purchase intention have not significantly increase attitude toward green brand extension. Green brand perceived value through green brand trust directly affects and positively impacts attitude toward green brand extension.
Еnvironmental and Legal Regulation of Digitalization of Environmental Protection
Authors: BEKEZHANOV Dauren , KOPBASSAROVA Gulnurа , RZABAY Aktoty , KOZHANTAYEVA Zhaukhar , NESSIPBAYEVA Indira , AKTYMBAYEV Kanat
Published: December 2022

The article is devoted to certain issues of environmental and legal aspects of the digital environment in the information system of environmental safety, issues of legal implementation of the digitalization program. This article has researched the importance and necessity of environmental digitalization. At the same time, the main idea of digital ecology is considered as the implementation of the National Strategy for Sustainable Development and prevention of Environmental Disasters, control of public opinion on environmental issues, improvement of health and increase in life expectancy of the population, adaptation of the state system of digitalization management in the field of environmental culture, environmental education, environmental safety to the digital environment, use of the possibilities of modern "breakthrough" digital technologies. Environmental digitalization in management comprehensive studies of the system approach to the use of digital environmental resources were conducted, the basics of improving the regulatory legal regulation in the management in the field of environmental safety in the framework of the implementation of the digital program were considered.
Preserving Traditional Village as a Symbol of Devotion to Nature
Authors: AMATILLAH Bening Fathima Rabbaniya , LESTARI Yuliani Dwi
Published: December 2022

This study traced the socio-ecological role of traditional villages on the outskirts of Bandung, West Java, Indonesia. The locals have revered the site as a site of pilgrimage and spiritual aspirations, so they forbade tree cutting and land encroachment. This study uses a qualitative study method with a rural sociology approach. This study reveals the strength of traditional and religious organizations in protecting the local environment and natural heritage and human aspects interrelated with natural environmental phenomena. Unfortunately, it has made the traditional Village into a tourist village. However, the socio-economic changes that have occurred in the Outer Cikondang community have undergone many changes. First, it can be seen from community members who continue to develop. For example, the construction of houses was made entirely of wood, and now many homes are made of walls. In addition to advanced public education, this can be seen from community members who send their children to higher levels of education. Then socio-economic changes are also marked by community members who already have communication tools. This study reveals that community progress can benefit the community and nature conservation if managed professionally by becoming a heritage and nature tourism steward.
Tourist Attraction Satisfaction Factors from Online Reviews. A Case Study of Tourist Attractions in Thailand
Authors: CHERAPANUKORN Vimolboon , SUGUNNASIL Prompong
Published: December 2022

In order to survive and gain competitive advantages in the post COVID-19 pandemic, tourism destinations should plan their business strategy by focusing on customer expectation. A number of research have studied tourist satisfaction, particularly, hotels and transports, however there is limited investigation with tourist attractions which have different prominence from other tourism service providers. The purpose of this study was to identify the tourists’ satisfaction components for tourist attractions by adopting an opinion mining technique and using the zero-shot text classification method. The total of 40,000 online tourists’ reviews from 40 tourist attractions in Thailand, that were posted up thought TripAdivisor.com between 2010 and 2021, were analyzed. The research findings reveal six components of tourist attraction satisfaction (TATSAT) model that includes 1) ambiance, 2) hospitality, 3) price, 4) accessibility, 5) cleanliness, and 6) security. All attributes of TATSAT model are generated from tourists’ point of view and was analyzed by the focus group discussion with five tourism experts from both academics and practitioners. This model expands the idea of HOLSAT and SERVQUAL by focusing on the tourist attraction business sector. The results can serve academics and practitioners in the research and improvement of tourist satisfaction to maximize competitive advantages for tourist attraction sector in the future.
Modelling Tourist's Intention to Adopt Travel Applications during the Pandemic. A Bangladesh Perspective
Authors: HAQUE S.M. Shariful , UDDIN Chhali , ISLAM Ashiful , HASAN Mahedi
Published: December 2022

The study's primary purpose is to determine the factors motivating the adoption of online travel applications for booking vacations during the pandemic, specifically amongst the consumers in Bangladesh. The study aims to measure the mediating role of COVID-19 restrictions and information published from time to time on the entire adoption process. The study takes a quantitative approach. A structured questionnaire is used to gather data from 282 respondents nationwide through online mode. A total of 240 respondents showing an interest in online booking of travel are used to analyze the data using Structural Equation Modelling. The EFA and CFA conducted on the 36 items in the questionnaire extracted four factors- two independent variables: Rewarding Motivations and Health Motivations; the dependent variable of Intention to Use and the mediating variable of COVID-19 information. While generating a fit model, there is a significant influence of Rewarding Motivations found on Intention to Use online travel applications with a partially mediating role of COVID-19 information on both the relationships. Empirical evidence from this study will assist tourism marketers in taking sound strategic marketing decisions, which would help revive the tourism sector.
The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Nature-Based Tourism in National Parks. Case Studies for Poland
Authors: ROGOWSK Mateusz
Published: December 2022

The study aims concern to nature-based tourism in national parks, to compare visitor behavior and visitors’ spatial and temporal distribution in national parks during the COVID-19 (2020) and pre- COVID-19 period (2017–2019). The research is based on a pyroelectric sensors data, entrance fees and questionnaire survey of visitors, in order to: (1) assess the spatial and temporal distribution and changes of visitors, (2) characterize changes in visitors’ behavior. The visitor number and spatial and temporal distribution changed during COVID-19 period. The visitor’s behavior identifies three visitor clusters depending on the strength of COVID-19 pandemic impact on stay on national parks: High fear visitors (HFV), Low fear visitors (LFV) and No fear visitors (NFV). Each cluster represents a different attitude toward the pandemic and its effects. The research was conducted in two national parks in Poland: Stołowe Mountains National Park and Karkonosze/Giant Mts. National Park. The resulting data were compared with data from previous years. A total of 935 respondents participated in the survey, which demonstrated a significant impact of the ongoing pandemic on many aspects of the behaviors. Most visitors argued that the pandemic had not changed their behavior because society began to perceive national parks as safe destination with a low probability of infection.
The Role of International Criminal Law in Violations of the Environment During Armed Conflict
Authors: AL-DLABEEH Abedalrzag , ALSHARQAWI Ahmad Hussein , AL KLOUB Rami , KARABSHEH Abdel-Kareem Ottallah
Published: December 2022

The issue of protecting and preserving the environment is a great responsibility that falls on the shoulders of the state in all circumstances and conditions, whether in times of peace or in times of war, and there is no doubt that the commitment to preserving the environment becomes more necessary in times of war. The importance of international humanitarian law emerges during armed conflicts, as it is the applicable law, and as it is known that the environment in times of armed conflicts is exposed to major violations that may exceed those to which it is exposed in times of peace. The protection of the environment in international humanitarian law is represented in principles that the conflicting parties must observe their provisions and abide by in such circumstances. The most important of these principles is restricting the rights of belligerents, the principle of prohibiting unjustified pain, the principle of distinction between military objectives, and the principle of proportionality between them.
Theoretical and Methodological Principles of Investment Support for Innovation-Oriented Development of Agrarian Production
Authors: ZORIA Oleksii , YASNOLOB Ilona , GALYCH Oleksandr , CHERCHATYI Oleksandr , TIUTIUNNYK Yurii , TIUTIUNNYK Svitlana , DUGAR Tetiana , KALIAN Oleksandr , MOKIIENKO Tetyana
Published: December 2022

The theoretical and methodological foundations of investment support for innovation-oriented development of the agrarian production were worked out and substantiated in the article. The systematization of theoretical approaches was conducted and the peculiarities of innovation development investment support of the agrarian production in modern conditions were determined. The factors affecting the process of investment support of the agrarian production innovation development were determined. The substantiation of the factors that form the innovative activity of the agrarian production and the process of its investment provision were conducted. The principles of investment support of the agrarian production innovation-oriented development were supplemented, to which the principle of balanced development was added. The essence of this principle is the parallel implementation of investment and innovative activities. Considering this principle makes it possible to pursue investment policy in the agrarian sector in terms of activating investment advantages and continuous mastering of new knowledge and innovations, taking into account branch and regional peculiarities. The concept was developed as to creating the economic mechanism of regulating the investment support of the agrarian production innovation development which depends on the chosen purposes of the branch development and influence of external and internal environmental factors on investment, and the conditions of its innovative potential development, revealing the main factors, favoring or preventing from activating the investment activities in the agrarian sector and act on the object of management. Implementation of the economic regulation mechanism allows to provide the procedure of the organizing efficiency management and to form methodological tools, measuring it depending on the type of developing investment and innovative processes in the agrarian sphere.
Penta Helix’s Perspective: The Green Tourism at the Tourist Village in Bali, Indonesia
Authors: OKA I Made Darma , ANTARA Dewa Made Suria , RUKI Made , KANAH Kanah , DARMAYANTI Putu Widya
Published: December 2022

This study explores the implementation of the green tourism (GT) in the tourist village in Bali using Penta Helix perspective. The data were collected through observation, interview and library research. The informants were determined using the sampling purposive method. The data were analysed using mixed method. The result shows that the GT has been well implemented in the tourist village, as shown by the following things: the tourist village has been developed by preserving the environment; the tourist village has been able to improve the vitality of the local economy; the tourist village has been able to maintain the cultural diversification; and the tourist village has been able to introduce new experience to tourists. The result shows that the environmental, the local economic, the culture and experience achievement contribute to the GT.
The Protection of Tourism Sites as Cultural Heritage in Wetlands within the Framework of International Law
Authors: ALSAMARA Tareck , GHAZI Farouk , MALLAOUI Halima
Published: December 2022

The article deals with the protection of cultural heritage in wetlands under international agreements. It highlights the concept of the cultural and natural heritage of wetlands, and then discusses the protection of the world cultural heritage of wetlands within the framework of UNESCO.  The article also identifies cultural values under the Ramsar Convention. It focuses on the assessment of international protection of world cultural and natural heritage in wetlands. Finally, the article refers to the World Heritage of the Wilderness Wetlands. The article contributes to clarifying the absence of an independent legal framework for the protection of cultural heritage in wetlands. The Study concluded that international agreements do not establish explicit international obligations on states. Hence the need for an international convention dedicated to the protection of cultural heritage in wetlands. The study also concluded that there is no judicial mechanism to limit the deterioration of cultural heritage in wetlands.
Directions of Stimulation of the Development of Tourism Infrastructure by Attraction of Investments
Authors: SADYKOV Zhassulan , KHAMITOVA Dariga , KAZAKBAYEVA Turdibuvi , AKIZHANOVA Aigerim , NAKHIPBEKOVA Symbat , KHASSENKHANOV Nurshuak
Published: December 2022

This article notes that the uncertainty of the consequences of the pandemic has shown the need for the development of domestic tourism, the creation of modern health resort and tourism services and improving the quality of tourism infrastructure by attracting investments for maintenance and provision of transport and the development of tourism products and services, the introduction of environmental protection measures. Using the given statistical data on the development of the tourism and hospitality industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the authors analyzed the influence of some factors influencing the development of the tourism industry. The indicators of the structure of the population's expenditures on paid services, the distribution of resident visitors by purpose of travel at places of accommodation for 2021, the number of visitors served at places of accommodation for tourists in general in Kazakhstan, the main indicators of financial and economic activities in the field of tourism for 2016-2021 are given, performance indicators of tourist infrastructure facilities for the analyzed period. Proposals are given for the transformation of the most significant tourist sites included in the Touristification Map of Kazakhstan into one tourist cluster with a unique dominant experimental structure with transfer to foreign tourism markets in the future.
Creating Tourist Loyalty through Destination Branding for an Excellent Tourism Destination
Authors: SEPTARINA Linda , ZURIANA Zuriana , BESTI Lilyana
Published: December 2022

The objective of this research was to create the loyalty of tourists toward the excellent destination's branding. Some problems such as lack of facilities and weak characteristics of destination attractions less tourist arrival. The research is causative, using 95.000 samples of the tourist taken from tourists’ arrival in 2018-2020. Using path analysis, we also found relationships between loyalty and excellent tourist destination branding due to some externalities of destination attraction such as accessibility, amenities, and attraction. Those show that the destination has weak characteristics to become an excellent branding.
Environmental Education - A Commitment Assumed by Elementary School Teachers
Authors: VÁSQUEZ TOMÁS Melba Rita , BALDEÓN DE LA CRUZ Maruja Dionisia , YANGALI VICENTE Judith Soledad , HUAITA ACHA Delsi Mariela , REYNOSA NAVARRO Enaidy
Published: December 2022

Through the Ministries of Education and the Environment, Peru has been concerned with implementing educational policies to provide students with a solid environmental education, turning teachers into trainers of environmentally responsible people. The research using a case study allowed us to know the reflections and actions developed by primary education teachers to contribute to the environmental education of their students. For this reason, interviews were conducted with teachers from public schools in the Lima-metropolitan area (Peru). As a result of the analysis of the participants' speeches, the interest in planning and implementing learning experiences related to the environmental approach was evidenced. This was done to generate reflection and participation of students in the environmental problems of their school and local environment.
Perfection of the Administrative Mechanism of Stimulation of Tourist Business
Authors: YERZHANOVA Saltanat , MAMBETOVA Sagynysh , JAZYKBAYEVA Baldyrgan , ROMANKO Yekaterina , KAZBEKOV Turlybek
Published: December 2022

The article deals with the development of tourism, of tourism entrepreneurial activity. Also brings a significant contribution to the gross domestic product, job creation, employment creation, and an increase in the foreign trade balance. Entrepreneurship in the sphere of tourism has a great influence on the basic sectors of the economy, such as transport, trade, communications, production of goods, construction, etc., acts as a catalyst for the development of the branches of the national economy.
Приватные аффордансы и воображаемая аудитория как факторы виртуальной самопрезентации студентов
Authors: Щекотуров Александр Вячеславович
Published: December 2022

В статье представлены результаты исследования виртуальной самопрезентации российских студентов в трех социальных сетях в 2020─2021 гг. Особое внимание уделено приватным аффордансам и воображаемой аудитории как факторам, определяющим специфику самопрезентации в условиях смешения контекстов, то есть соприсутствия нескольких социальных групп в одной аудитории пользователя. Главная цель исследования ─ проследить, как происходит управление виртуальной самопрезентацией в ситуации смешения контекстов, и какова роль приватных аффордансов и воображаемой аудитории в этом процессе.
Исследовательский метод ─ глубинное полуформализованное интервью с обучающимися Балтийского федерального университета им. И. Канта (N = 19), дополненное демонстрацией их профиля на каждой из трех виртуальных платформ. Анализ интервью проводился в программе Atlas.ti, что позволило выявить наличие и силу связи между типом аудитории, аффордансом и социальной сетью. Компьютерная обработка текстов способствовала более содержательному анализу данных.
В результате исследования установлено, что 1) смешение контекстов имеет место в социальных сетях, используемых российскими студентами; 2) определяющим фактором виртуальной самопрезентации является воображаемая аудитория ─ те социальные группы, о которых пользователи думают, когда что-либо публикуют; 3) приватные аффордансы являются инструментом поддержания самопрезентации, но не ее причиной; 4) платформенная специфика виртуальной самопрезентации состоит не только в различной структуре аудитории, но и в мотивах использования социальных сетей; 5) конструирование виртуальной самопрезентации происходит с расчетом как на самую строгую (lowest common denominator effect), так и на самую сильную аудиторию (strongest audience effect).
Благодарность. Работа выполнена в рамках исследования «Приватное в публичном: культурные особенности управления самопрезентацией студенческой молодежи в социальных медиа (на примере России и США)» при поддержке гранта Президента Российской Федерации № МК-1909.2019.6 в Балтийском федеральном университете им. И. Канта.
Изучение низовых представлений о мигрантах в России и Европе: методы, концепты, локальные контексты
Authors: Космарская Наталья Петровна
Published: December 2022

Научно-обзорная статья посвящена сравнительному анализу массивов западных и отечественных работ об отношении принимающего населения к мигрантам в России и ЕС. На основе сравнения данных Европейского социального исследования (ESS) делается вывод, что на фоне стран Западной и в особенности Восточной Европы Россия не выглядит страной, уникальной с точки зрения масштабов мигрантофобии. По мнению автора, более важной задачей, чем сопоставление цифр, является анализ факторов, провоцирующих или усиливающих мигрантофобию в различных социальных контекстах.
В работе обращается особое внимание на познавательный потенциал качественных методов при изучении причин и проявлений негативизма по отношению к мигрантам, а также при анализе его локальных особенностей. На примере исследований в Германии и Великобритании, проведенных на микроуровне, показаны результаты применения в данном проблемном поле ряда концептов (имидж места, контактная гипотеза, реакция на разнообразие и др.), а также возможности приложения этих концептов к миграционной ситуации в различных российских городах.
Благодарность. Научно-обзорная статья подготовлена при финансовой поддержке РФФИ в рамках научного проекта № 20-111-50532 (программа «Экспансия»).
Взаимодействие молодых людей с животными и образовательные результаты
Authors: Михайлова Оксана Рудольфовна
Published: December 2022

В статье предлагается обзор эффектов, детерминант и методов изучения взаимодействия животных и молодых людей. Хотя в литературе подробно рассмотрены различные типы воздействия социального окружения на жизненные траектории молодежи разных возрастов (детей, подростков и молодых взрослых), роль взаимоотношений с животными описана скупо. Данная работа касается двух контекстов, в которых обычно сталкиваются юный человек и животные: домашнего и контекста образовательных учреждений. На основе анализа результатов исследований, изложенных в научной литературе, делается вывод, что отношения с животными способны улучшить навыки эмоциональной регуляции, могут влиять на формирование чувства ответственности за благополучие других живых существ, усиливать социальную интегрированность молодого человека и вместе с тем закреплять модели жестокого и агрессивного поведения. В заключении работы описываются потенциальные направления дальнейших эмпирических исследований. Статья может оказаться полезной для исследователей детей, подростков, молодежи и взаимодействий между людьми и животными.
Благодарность. Исследование выполнено за счет гранта Российского научного фонда (проект № 21-78-00069).
Закон, мораль и машинное обучение: взгляд судей на сущность и перспективы роботизации правосудия
Authors: Быков Андрей Вячеславович , Нарская Александра Игоревна
Published: December 2022

Статья посвящена проблеме проявления моральных и правовых норм в практике осуществления правосудия, а также перспективам роботизации судебной системы в контексте неоднозначности соотношения двух типов нормативных систем. Для прояснения указанных вопросов авторы обращаются к точке зрения профессиональных судей, чьи взгляды относительно данных явлений до настоящего времени не получили в литературе должного внимания. С этой целью анализируются ключевые определения права и морали, а также приводится краткий обзор теоретических взглядов на природу их взаимоотношений, в основном в традиции философии права. C опорой на последние исследования обсуждаются перспективы роботизации производства моральных и правовых оценок, а также анализируются некоторые важные проблемы в этой области. Во второй части работы авторы представляют и обсуждают результаты собственного исследования взглядов профессиональных судей на проблему соотношения права и морали, а также перспективы роботизации правосудия, выполненного при помощи полуструктурированных интервью. Полученные данные интерпретируются с точки зрения их вклада в теоретические дискуссии о природе морали и права, а также потенциального практического применения формализованных алгоритмов для вынесения судебных решений.
Благодарность: Статья подготовлена при поддержке НИУ ВШЭ, проект «Этика и право: соотношение и механизмы взаимовлияния».
Daya Akumulasi Kadmium (Cd) Tanaman Mangrove Rhizophora mucronata (Lamk.) di Perairan Laut dan Lahan Tambak Mangunharjo, Kecamatan Tugu, Kota Semarang
Authors: Yulaeni Siti Nur , Hastuti Endah Dwi , Izzati Munifatul , Darmanti Sri
Published: December 2022

Beberapa aktivitas pabrik di sekitar kawasan Mangunharjo dapat mencemari lingkungan. Salah satu limbah yang menyebabkan pencemaran adalah logam kadmium (Cd). Keberadaan mangrove di kawasan pesisir menjadi sangat penting karena vegetasi mangrove mempunyai kemampuan mengakumulasi logam berat. Penelitian bertujuan untuk menganalisis kemampuan akumulasi Cd dalam akar dan daun mangrove Rhizophora mucronata di perairan laut dan lahan tambak Mangunharjo. Penelitian menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) pola factorial 2x2 dengan 3 kali ulangan. Faktor pertama lokasi : laut (L) dan tambak (T), faktor kedua organ : akar (A) dan daun (D). Data penelitian dianalisis secara statistik dengan metode ANOVA. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kandungan Cd pada air di perairan laut dan lahan tambak berada di atas ambang batas, sedangkan kandungan Cd pada sedimen di perairan laut dan lahan tambak masih di bawah kisaran ambang batas. Akumulasi Cd organ akar dan daun di lokasi tambak lebih tinggi jika dibandingkan dengan organ akar dan daun di lokasi laut. Nilai Bio-Concentration Factor (BCF) pada akar di lokasi laut paling tinggi diikuti organ akar dan daun di lokasi tambak, sedangkan daun lokasi laut paling rendah.  Several factory activities around the Mangunharjo area can pollute the environment. One of the wastes that cause pollution is metal cadmium (Cd). The existence of mangroves in coastal areas is very important because mangrove vegetation has the ability to accumulate heavy metals. The aim of this study was to analyze the ability of Cd accumulation in the roots and leaves of Rhizophora mucronata mangroves in sea waters and Mangunharjo ponds. The study used a completely randomized design with a 2x2 factorial pattern with 3 replications. The first factor is location: sea (L) and ponds (T), the second factor is organs: roots (A) and leaves (D). The research data were statistically analyzed by the ANOVA method. The results showed that the Cd content in seawater and pond land was above the threshold, while the Cd content in sediment in sea waters and ponds was still below the threshold range. Cd accumulation of root and leaf organs in pond locations was higher than that of root and leaf organs in sea locations. The value of Bio-Concentration Factor (BCF) in roots at sea locations was the highest followed by root and lea/f organs in pond locations, while leaves at sea locations were the lowest.
Comparison of Efficacy and Safety of Non-Regenerated and Regenerated Oxidized Cellulose Based Fibrous Haemostats
Authors: Habal Petr , Sívková Veronika , Votava Petr
Published: December 2022

Purpose: Various forms of local haemostats are increasingly used routinely in surgical procedures. Our work is the first comparison of the efficacy and safety of non-regenerated and regenerated oxidized cellulose based fibrous haemostats. Methods: The haemostatic efficacy and safety of fibrous haemostats based on ONRC and ORC were compared in a randomized multicenter study. The primary endpoint was successful haemostasis within 3 minutes of application and no need for surgical revision within 12 hours after the procedure for recurrent bleeding. Results: There was a significant difference in the rate of successful haemostasis in 3 minutes that was achieved in 82% and 55% in the ONRC and ORC groups, respectively (confidence interval 99%; p = 0.009). Mean time to haemostasis was 133.9 ± 53.95 seconds and 178.0 ± 82.33 seconds, in the ONRC, and ORC group, respectively (p = 0.002). Revision surgery for re-bleeding was necessary in 0 (0%), and 1 (2%) of patients in the ONRC, and ORC group, respectively. No adverse events were reported. Conclusion: Fibrous haemostat based on ONRC was non-inferior compared to fibrous haemostat based on ORC when used in accordance with its intended purpose, and was safe and efficient.
Making A Dent in the Obesity Equation via Coupling Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxes with Fruit and Vegetable Subsidies
Authors: Pfreundschuh Sarah
Published: December 2022

Obesity rates continue to rise in children and adults alike in the United States and represent a significant threat to public health and economic well-being. Many factors have contributed to the obesity equation, including the widespread availability and appeal of ultra-processed food and drink. Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) represent one such drink, as a critical examination of the available evidence reveals a clear link between their consumption and increased risks of obesity and related conditions such as type 2 diabetes. Taxing SSB purchases therefore presents a potentially valuable means of making a dent in the contribution of one key risk factor to the obesity equation, though the beverage industry has fought against the enactment of these taxes and has instead promoted a generally unclear public health stance on SSBs. This paper explores existing SSB excise taxes that have been implemented in recent years, focusing especially on Philadelphia’s tax as a case study for examining the behavioral changes associated with SSB taxes and the management of SSB tax revenue. It then suggests that SSB tax revenue be directly funneled into the subsidization of fruits and vegetables to maximize the obesity-fighting potential of these relatively novel excise taxes.
Green Consumption Behavior and Norms of Adults: A Case from the Mekong River Delta, Vietnam
Authors: Phuong Tran Thi Anh , Nhu Cam Nguyen Mai
Published: December 2022

This research aims at analysing green consumption behaviour of young consumers from Mekong River Delta, Vietnam by applying the extended theory of planned behaviour (TPB). Data was collected from 342 students in Mekong Delta (MKD) via online platforms. The regression results indicated that four factors affecting students' green consumer behaviour were Attitude to green consumption, Subjective norms, Environmental awareness, and Perceived behavioural control. Attitude to green consumption was the most impactful factor, whereas Availability of green products did not significantly affect green consumption behaviour. Based on the findings, some managerial implications would be proposed to raise consumers' awareness of using more environmental-friendly products.
Saudi University Students’ Perceptions towards Language Learning via Blackboard During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Case Study of Department of Languages and Translation, Taibah University, Al-Ula Campus
Authors: Hezam Abdulrahman Mokbel Mahyoub , Mahyoub Rian Abdulrahman Moqbel
Published: December 2022

This study investigates the use of Blackboard in teaching and learning English as a foreign language at the Department of Languages and Translation, Faculty of Science and Arts, Taibah University (TU) in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia. It aims to investigate the efficiency of using Blackboard in EFL. The study tries to answer the following questions: What are the effects of using Blackboard in teaching and learning English as a foreign language on the development of language skills? What are the attitudes of EFL learners toward using Blackboard at Saudi EFL colleges? The descriptive research design used a quantitative instrument to accomplish the study's objectives; a survey questionnaire was used to investigate the attitudes of EFL BA college students towards the use of Blackboard in EFL. The findings of the study help educators assess the efficiency of using Blackboard in teaching English. The results show that students have a positive attitude towards Blackboard but still face difficulties adapting to online learning.
Analysis of Criminal Offices on Copyrights and its Applications in Indonesia
Authors: Sinaga Wetmen
Published: December 2022

Copyright is a work of someone's imagination, who has exclusive rights in the use of his or her copyrighted work so that if there are parties who will use the copyright for commercial purposes, they must first obtain a license (license) from the creator or his proxies and pay royalties. Any party who does not obtain a license as mandated by UUHC will be subject to legal sanctions, both civil and criminal. Copyright crime occurs when someone announces or reproduces a work for commercial purposes without permission from the Creator or Copyright Holder is an infringement and such violation will be subject to criminal sanctions in accordance with the provisions of Article 112 of Law Number 28 of 2014. Criminal offenses in law no. 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright is a complaint offense so that the investigating apparatus cannot take action against parties suspected of committing criminal offenses without a report from the injured party, where this is very detrimental to the rights of the creator in the form of economic rights and moral rights, while in law no. 19 of 2002 concerning Copyright, the regulation of criminal offenses is an ordinary offense, and the investigative apparatus (police and prosecutors) can directly take action against parties committing copyright crimes.
FaMIs: Perspektiven eines Ausbildungsberufes
Authors: Holste-Flinspach Karin
Published: December 2022

Der Ausbildungsberuf im dualen System mit Alleinstellungsmerkmal in Bibliotheken steht vor den zu bewältigenden Herausforderungen der überfälligen Anpassung der Ausbildungsordnung vor allem an Änderungen infolge der digitalen Transformation, dem demografischen Wandel und auszubauenden beruflichen Weiterqualifizierungsmaßnahmen, um zukunftsfähig zu bleiben.
Future Skills für Future Librarians – Impulse für Kompetenzanforderungen und Gestaltungsaufgaben von Bibliotheken der Zukunft
Authors: Börner Claudia , Weidle Franziska , Augsten Marie Theres
Published: December 2022

Der vorliegende Beitrag diskutiert die Fragestellung, inwieweit das Kompetenzprofil des Teaching Librarian und die damit einhergehende Fokussierung auf die Vermittlung von Informationskompetenz in wissenschaftlichen Bibliotheken vor dem Hintergrund beschleunigter gesellschaftlicher Transformationsprozesse eines Updates bedürfen. Für die (anteilige) Förderung von Kompetenzen, wie den Future Skills, erscheinen Bibliotheken als zentrale (Lern-)Orte zukünftiger Arbeitskräfte, ForscherInnen und InnovatorInnen prädestiniert. Daraus leiten sich jedoch entsprechende Anpassungen ab, die sich zum einem auf die Curricula bibliothekarischer Studiengänge selbst beziehen und zum anderen die über traditionelle Organisationsgrenzen übergreifende Zusammenarbeit betreffen, wie sie bei Third-Space-Einrichtungen zu beobachten ist.
Das Profil bibliothekswissenschaftlicher Studiengänge angesichts der Diversifizierung bibliothekarischer Tätigkeiten
Authors: Frank Stefan
Published: December 2022

Die Entwicklung bibliothekarischer Aufgaben und Tätigkeiten führt zu veränderten Anforderungen an die Curricula bibliotheks- und informationswissenschaftlicher Studiengänge. Ausgehend von der durch die verbändeübergreifende AG Personalentwicklung initiierten Berufsbilddiskussion und unter Berücksichtigung einer aktuellen Alumnistudie der HTWK Leipzig und von Anforderungsprofilen von Stellenanzeigen befassen wir uns mit der Frage, in welcher Breite und Tiefe Kenntnisse klassischer bibliothekarischer Aufgaben im Studium noch vermittelt werden müssen. Wir stellen fest, dass sie noch zu den Hauptaufgaben der Absolventen zählen und zumindest mittelfristig relevant bleiben. Darüber hinaus postulieren wir, dass im veränderten Umfeld ein grundlegendes Verständnis bibliothekarischer Prinzipien unverzichtbar für alle Absolventen bleibt. Wir folgern, dass Kompetenzen, die den auch spartenübergreifenden Kern der bibliothekarischen Identität bilden, im sinnvollerweise weiterhin spartenübergreifenden Pflichtcurriculum grundlegend verankert bleiben müssen, die Entwicklung von Handlungskompetenzen auf einzelnen Gebieten aber im Rahmen der individuellen Profilbildung einem Teil der Studierenden vorbehalten bleiben kann. Die konkreten Inhalte, die auf solchen Feldern vermittelt werden, müssen dabei ständig den veränderten Anforderungen angepasst werden. Die Bedienung kurzfristig entstehender aktuell relevanter Anforderungen sollte durch teilweise Flexibilisierung der Curricula erfolgen, die langfristige Studiengangsentwicklung sich an persistenten Grundanforderungen orientieren. Zu diesen Grundanforderungen gehören aus heutiger Sicht auch IT-Kompetenzen oder Bibliothekspädagogik, die sich als Schlüsselkompetenzen im Leipziger Curriculum etabliert haben.
Informationsausbildung nicht ohne Dokumentationskenntnisse
Authors: Müller-Heiden Barbara , Ockenfeld Marlies
Published: December 2022

Die klassische Dokumentation findet heute im Backoffice vieler Informationseinrichtungen statt, ohne dass sie namentlich genannt wird. Ihre Kernanliegen müssen aber eher stärker als in der Vergangenheit im Studium der Bibliotheks- und Informationswissenschaft und anderen Ausbildungsgängen sowie bei Einführungen in das wissenschaftliche Arbeiten in allen Studiengängen berücksichtigt werden.
Diagnostic utility of total NT-proBNP testing by immunoassay based on antibodies targeting glycosylation-free regions of NT-proBNP
Authors: Li Ling , Semenov Alexander G. , Feygina Evgeniya E. , Yang Chenchen , Wang Nan , Chen Chao , Hu Xinghai , Ni Xiaoqin , Zhang Zhenlu
Published: December 2022

Objectives

The N-terminal fragment of pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) is a widely used heart failure (HF) biomarker. Commercial NT-proBNP immunoassays detect only a subfraction of endogenous NT-proBNP, as the antibodies target a region of NT-proBNP that could be glycosylated at Ser44. The diagnostic utility of immunoassays measuring total NT-proBNP remains unclear.

Methods

NT-proBNP was measured in 183 HF and 200 non-HF patients diagnosed by two independent cardiologists blinded to NT-proBNP results. Plasma samples either non-treated or treated with a mixture of glycosidases were analyzed by the Elecsys proBNP II assay (Roche Diagnostics, based on antibodies targeting a glycosylated region of NT-proBNP) and the SuperFlex NT-proBNP assay (PerkinElmer, based on antibodies targeting regions of NT-proBNP that are free of O-glycans). The diagnostic accuracy of the two assays was analyzed by comparison of ROC curves.

Results

The ROC-AUC for the proBNP II assay was 0.943 (95% CI 0.922–0.964) for NT-proBNP measured in untreated samples and 0.935 (0.913–0.958) for NT-proBNP measured in glycosidase-treated samples. The SuperFlex NT-proBNP assay in untreated samples gave a ROC-AUC of 0.930 (95% CI 0.907–0.954). The median percentage of non-glycosylated NT-proBNP to total NT-proBNP was 1.5–1.6-fold lower in the non-HF group compared to that in the HF group.

Conclusions

The clinical value of total NT-proBNP for HF diagnosis was similar to the subfraction of NT-proBNP that was non-glycosylated at Ser44. The lower percentage of non-glycosylated NT-proBNP to total NT-proBNP in non-HF patients suggests that total NT-proBNP might be more sensitive in individuals without current or prior symptoms of HF.
Did Josephus use 1 Maccabees inJewish War1.31-56?
Authors: Flowers Michael V.
Published: December 2022

Few commentators seem willing to recognize Josephus’ indebtedness to 1 Maccabees inJewish War1.31–56 where he gives a succinct account of the Hasmonean revolt and its aftermath. Noting the many disagreements here with 1 Maccabees, they conclude that Josephus had been entirely dependent on other sources, usually Nicolaus of Damascus. The present article seeks to challenge this apparent consensus. The many agreements betweenJewish War1.31–56 and 1 Maccabees—especially with respect to the events which Josephus chooses to record and the order in which he arranges them—constitute strong positive evidence that Josephus was using 1 Maccabees as his primary source. Most disagreements can be seen as his redactions of 1 Maccabees, even if some are a bit puzzling and others do, in fact, suggest that he used other sources in addition. His use of other sources seems minimal, in any case, being limited to the beginning and end of his narrative. His use of Nicolaus cannot be ruled out completely but seemsa prioriunlikely.
Application of TMP-DCMC-BBR/KH-791-SiO2/HPDSP multifunctional protective fluid in paper protection
Authors: Shi Huijuan , Chen Zhenzhen , Qi Yingping , Li Hua
Published: December 2022

A novel paper multifunctional protective solution was prepared by mixing berberine modified trimethoprimed carboxymethyl cellulose (TMP-DCMC-BBR), KH-791 modified nano-SiO2 (KH791-SiO2) and hydroxypropyl starch phosphate (HPDSP), and the mechanical properties, optical properties, antibacterial properties, aging resistance, acid and alkali resistance of the paper coated with the protective solution were investigated. It is shown that the paper coated with the multifunctional protective liquid showed good mechanical properties, and has little influence on optical properties of the paper. At the same time, it had good antibacterial properties, aging resistance and acid and alkali corrosion resistance, and there is no obvious change in paper appearance, no decolorization and ink diffusion, which is in line with the principle of “repairing the old as the old and keeping the original appearance”. Moreover, the compound solution has certain reversibility and can absorb a certain degree of ultraviolet rays, so as to weaken the damage of ultraviolet rays to the paper. It is an ideal multifunctional protective liquid for paper and has broad application prospects in paper protection.
Natural Selection, Technological Progress, and the Origin of Human Longevity
Authors: Grall Lothar , Meckl Jürgen
Published: December 2022

This paper suggests that feedback effects between technological progress and human longevity lie at the heart of their common emergence in human history. It connects two major research questions. First, the long life span after menopause is a unique but puzzling feature of humans among primates. Second, the shift in human behavior at least 50,000 years ago, which led to an unprecedented pace of technological progress, is still not well understood. The paper develops an evolutionary growth theory that builds on the trade–off between the quantity and the quality of offspring. It suggests that early technological advances gradually increased the importance of intergenerational transfers of knowledge. Eventually, the fertility advantage shifted towards individuals that were characterized by higher parental investment in offspring and a significant post–reproductive life span. Subsequently, the rise in human longevity reinforced the process of development and laid the foundations for sustained technological progress. As a key feature, the theory resolves the debate about a “revolution” in human behavior in an entirely new way. It shows that a gradual emergence of modern behavior is sufficient to trigger a demographic shift that appears as a “behavioral revolution” in the archeological record.
Integrated design and analysis of inlet and missile with two side layout
Authors: Liu Fuzhou , Yuan Huacheng , Liu Jun , Xu Lingfeng , Zhou Zhenggui
Published: December 2022

Based on the flow field characteristics of the missile body, an integrated design method for missile and inlet with two side layout is proposed under asymmetric inflow. The result of numerical simulation shows that shock waves hit on cowl lip on the symmetry plane at the design condition, which verifies the method of integrated design. And the flow characteristics of inlet under the influence of the missile body are analyzed. Under the influence of asymmetric incoming flow and missile body, the first shock wave surface of the two-dimensional inlet presents the characteristics of a three-dimensional concave surface, and there is a pair of asymmetric vortex structures in the inner flow path. Finally, a bleed cavity of self-adaptively adjusting bleeding by vortex is proposed to improve the performance of inlet and broaden the inlet start and attack angle boundary. The minimum Mach number of the inlet start is reduced from 2.8 to 2.3 at ɑ = 6° and the maximum attack angle of inlet start is widened from ɑ = −1° to ɑ = 3° at Ma = 2.1.
Al Oeste del Gran Pájaro. Primera Parte
Authors: Gamero Esparza Carlos
Published: December 2022

Vivat Academia rinde homenaje a la insigne investigadora alemana, nacionalizada peruana, María Reiche "la reina sin corona del desierto de Nasca". Por ello, en esta ocasión, la página "Sociedad" cambia su nombre por el de la ejemplar científica, que supo dedicar su vida al esfuerzo tedioso, y muchas veces desagradecido, de la labor de campo. Doctora en Matemáticas, María Reiche ha sido la mejor estudiosa del legado que los antiguos pobladores de Nasca han dejado a la posteridad. Su figura, su entusiasmo y su abnegada dedicación al estudio del misterio de Nasca se plasma en el artículo que les ofrecemos. El trabajo ha sido dividido en dos partes, la primera comienza con un preámbulo de la hija adoptiva y representante legal de la Dra. Reiche, Ana María Cogorno, introducción obligada al extenso trabajo de Carlos Gamero, colaborador habitual de VA que, con su personal estilo de prosa poética, nos describe tanto el trabajo de María como las diferentes vicisitudes e interpretaciones que han sufrido, desde su descubrimiento para la ciencia oficial, las "líneas de la llanura de Nasca".