bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Association of poverty with higher risk of fragility fractures in postmenopausal Caucasian Spanish women
Authors: García-Quintana Marlene , Tejada-Romero Maria Jesús Gómez de , Quintana-Montesdeoca Pino , Hernández-Hernández Diego , Sosa-Henríquez Manuel
Published: November 2024

Background: Poverty is associated with a great number of diseases, but the prevalence of quality alterations of the bone, measured by trabecular bone score and quantitative ultrasounds and its association to osteoporosis and fragility fractures are less well known.

Objective: To evaluate the associations between poverty, bone quality and fragility fractures in a population of Southern European postmenopausal women.

Method: Cross-sectional study was carried out in 762 postmenopausal Caucasian Spanish women. The socio-economic status of the participants was determined after a personal interview, according to the criteria of the Spanish Institute of Statistics. Participants were divided into two socio-economic levels: low (poverty) and medium or high socioeconomic level. The study protocol included a health questionnaire, a complete physical examination, lateral radiograph of the dorsal and lumbar spine and measurement of bone mineral density (BMD) at the lumbar spine (L2-L4) and proximal femur, trabecular bone score (TBS) at the lumbar spine and Quantitative ultrasounds at the heel.

Results: Low socio-economic status was associated with lower values of TBS at the lumbar spine and also lower values of QUS (QUI and BUA) after adjusting by age and BMI. Poverty was also associated with a higher prevalence of all type of fragility fractures: vertebral, hip fracture and some non-vertebral: Colles´, Humerus and tibia but not to ribs fractures.

Conclusions: Poor postmenopausal Caucasian Spanish women have a high prevalence of osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures. Poverty was associated with older age and higher BMI and lower values of TBS and QUS could reflect a worse bone quality.
Potential biomarkers for MCL1 inhibitor sensitivity
Authors: Duan Lei , Maki Carl G.
Published: November 2024

MCL1 is an anti-apoptotic member of the BCL2 protein family, and its overexpression is associated with poor prognosis across various cancers. Small molecule inhibitors targeting MCL1 are currently in clinical trials for TNBC and other malignancies. However, one major challenge in the clinical application of MCL1 inhibitors is the inherent or acquired resistance to these drugs. Additionally, there is a lack of predictive biomarkers to identify which tumors will respond to MCL1 inhibition. We identified a four-gene functional signature that promotes MCL1 inhibitor resistance in TNBC cells. This gene signature (GS) can distinguish resistant from sensitive TNBC cell lines. Factors encoded by these four genes promote MCL1 inhibitor resistance at least in part through regulation of the ERK signaling pathway. This mechanism involves the upregulation of BCL2 and the downregulation of BIM, which contribute to the inhibitor resistance. Thus, we have discovered a functional GS that drives MCL1 inhibitor resistance. Currently, the MCL1 inhibitor GS-9716 is in clinical trials for TNBC therapy. If validated in clinical samples, this GS could potentially serve as a predictive biomarker for therapy response and help guide the selection of combination therapies to enhance the effectiveness of MCL1 inhibitors.
Carbon nanostructure: Cutting-edge platforms for advanced genetic transport
Authors: Yazdani Sara , Mozaffarian Mehrdad , Pazuki Gholamreza , Hadid Naghmeh
Published: November 2024

Gene therapy represents a groundbreaking approach to treating genetic disorders, cancers, and infectious diseases by directly modifying or correcting the genetic material within a patient’s cells. Unlike conventional therapies, which primarily alleviate symptoms, gene therapy addresses the root cause of diseases at the molecular level, offering the potential for long-term or even permanent cures. However, the success of this method depends on the development of safe, efficient, and targeted delivery systems that can overcome multiple biological barriers. Among non-viral vectors, carbon nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes (CNTs), carbon quantum dots (CQDs), and nanodiamonds (NDs) have emerged as promising candidates due to their high surface area, biocompatibility, and ability to be easily functionalized. Despite these advantages, obstacles such as low gene delivery efficiency and potential toxicity still hinder their widespread clinical use. This article reviews recent progress in the development of carbon nanostructures for gene delivery and discusses ongoing challenges. Continued advancements in this field have the potential to reshape gene therapy, bringing it closer to clinical reality.
Effectiveness of Self-Help Groups in Enhancing Social Protection Interventions towards Climate Change Adaptation in South Kabras, Kenya
Authors: Wanjiru Mbuthia Alice , Ater Onyango Erick , Atieno Kariaga Patricia
Published: November 2024

This study investigated about effectiveness of self-help groups in enhancing social protection interventions towards climate change adaptation in South Kabras, Kenya. The study employed a descriptive research design and correlation analysis with a sample of 302 out of 1.240 potential respondents. The study utilized a semi-structured questionnaire as source of data. Data was analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics. The study concluded that Programs within the Transformative category, particularly those focused on minority rights and social funds, are viewed positively, suggesting that continued focus and investment in these areas could yield beneficial outcomes for members of self-help groups. Therefore, continuous monitoring and evaluation of the programs is essential to measure their impact and make necessary adjustments so as to maintain their effectiveness in helping communities adapt to the evolving climate change challenges. Furthermore, there is need for an integrated approach that combines immediate relief, preventive measures, livelihood support and structural changes to ensure comprehensive adaptation to climate change.
Homework in foreign language lessons – pro or con?
Authors: CORCEVSCHI Svetlana
Published: November 2024

As we know, homework is an important and integral part of the learning process at school and university. Missing homework significantly lowers academic performance. The information taught during lessons is not fully assimilated, so extra (home) hours are needed. The purpose of homework is to reinforce the knowledge covered in class and to develop practical skills for applying the knowledge. However, homework has both advantages and disadvantages, which is why we often hear arguments for and against homework. Therefore, the aim of the study was: to establish the role and importance of homework for university students, its appropriateness and necessity, given that most of the subject matter is mastered by students individually.
DESIGN AND EVALUATION OF LIPOSOMAL FORMULATION OF CAROB (Ceratonia siliqua L.) PULP EXTRACT
Authors:   Institute for the Application of Nuclear Energy INEP, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia, Dekanski Dragana , Raskovic Aleksandar ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Clinical Pharmacology, Novi Sad, Serbia, Martić Nikola ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Clinical Pharmacology, Novi Sad, Serbia, Pirkovic Andrea ,   Institute for the Application of Nuclear Energy INEP, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia, Jovanović Aleksandra ,   Institute for the Application of Nuclear Energy INEP, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
Published: November 2024

The carob (Cerationa siliqua L.) pulp flour is used primarily in the food industry. As a valuable source of bioactive compounds (polyphenols), it is a good candidate for pharmaceutical formulation research and development. In this study, carob pulp extract-loaded liposomal particles were developed using the proliposome procedure and characterized via encapsulation efficiency (EE), vesicle size, polydispersity index (PDI), zeta potential, mobility, and viscosity. The obtained results suggest that the EE is high (80.6±3.3%). The particle size and PDI results indicated the existence of the multilamellar and uniform liposomal system. Lower values of zeta potential and mobility (-17.8±1.0 mV and -1.40±0.08 µmcm/Vs, respectively) of developed liposomes suggest that future experiments should be focused on the carob pulp liposomal nutraceutical formulation improvement, particularly its stability.
Afganistan da Demokratikleşmenin Önündeki Sosyal Engeller
Authors: Yawar Mohammad Ekram , Sharıfy Abdul Jamıl
Published: November 2024

Şimdiye kadar toplumsal engellerin etkisinde kalmış olan Afganistan'da demokrasiye doğru bir değişim vardır. Afganistan'da demokrasinin gerçekleştirilmesine yönelik yapısalcılık, aktivizm ve küreselleşmenin teorik modelleri, uygun siyasi ve sosyal platformun oluşturulmaması ve kolaylaştırılmaması nedeniyle çıkmaza girmiştir. Bu araştırmada kütüphane ve nitel veri toplama yöntemleri, bazı durumlarda nicel veri toplama yöntemleri kullanılmıştır. Afganistan'da otoriterlik ve demokrasiye geçiş karmaşasına tarafsızlık üzerinden son verecek bir çözüm bulunmaya çalışılmıştır. Bu temelde, Afganistan'ın karmaşık toplumunun katılığına yol açan demokrasiyi engelleyen bir dizi faktör olarak kabile, gelenek, eşitsizlik, ayrımcılık, yoksulluk ve az gelişmişlik gibi engeller, coğrafi faktör tartışılmış ve değerlendirilmiştir. Sonuç olarak Afgan halkının acılarını dindirebilecek asgari demokrasi düzeyine ulaşmak gerektiği görülmüştür.
1831-ci İl Kameral Təsvirinə Görə Naxçıvan Əyalətinin Dərələyəz Mahalının Sərhədləri, Ərazisi və Demoqrafik Vəziyyəti
Authors: Memmedova İrade
Published: November 2024

Məqalədə 1831-ci il kameral təsvirinə görə Naxçıvan əyalətinin Dərələyəz mahalının sərhədləri, ərazisi və demoqrafik vəziyyəti müqayisəli, statistik və digər metodlardan istifadə olunmaqla araşdırılmışdır. 1831-ci ilin kameral təsvirinə görə Rusiya işğalı ərəfəsində Dərələyəz mahalında müsəlmanlar əhalinin 94,5%-ni, xristianlar (ermənilər) isə 5,5%-ni təşkil etmişdir. Lakin Rusiya işğalından sonra ermənilərin Osmanlı və Qacarlar dövlətindən köçürülərək mahala yerləşdirilməsinin nəticəsi olaraq onların sayı süni surətdə artırılaraq 36,4%-ə çatdırılmış, müsəlman ailələrinin sayı isə azalaraq 63,6%-nə enmişdir. Buna baxmayaraq ermənilərin mahala köçürülməsindən sonra belə mahalda müsəlmanlar şəksiz üstünlüyə malik olmuşlar.
Şərq – Qərb ticarət yolları və onun türk xalqları tarixində yeri (qədimdən Coğrafi kəşflərə qədər)
Authors: ələkbərov ələkbər
Published: November 2024

Bu məqalə mühüm məsələlərdən birinin - qədim və orta əsrlər İpək yolunun inkişaf tarixinin öyrənilməsi tarixinə və bu məsələdə Azərbaycanın əhəmiyyətinə həsr edilmişdir. Qədim dövrün demək olar ki, bütün ticarət yolları bu ticarət yollarının marşrutları boyunca yerləşən dövlətlər üçün təkcə mühüm gəlir mənbəyi deyildi. Onlar eyni zamanda dövlətlərarası və beynəlxalq əlaqələrin inkişafında mühüm rol oynadılar. Təsadüfi deyil ki, qədim və orta əsrlərin praktiki olaraq bütün beynəlxalq müqavilələrində onların təhlükəsizliyinin təmin edilməsini xüsusi olaraq nəzərdə tutan bənd var idi. Təəssüf ki, tarix çoxlu hallar bilir ki, plütokratiya öz eqoist məqsədləri və inhisarını bərqərar etmək naminə bu yollarda dövlətləri bir-birinə qarşı qoyur və nəticədə böyük beynəlxalq münaqişələrə səbəb olur. O dövrdə baş verən hadisələrin retrospektiv təhlili bu məsələdə mövcud olan müasir bir çox problemləri müəyyən etməyə imkan verəcək.
Osmanlı Tıbbında Birey ve Toplum Sağlığı: Günlük Yaşam Pratiklerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: lokmacı süleyman , koçyiğit mehmet
Published: November 2024

Bu çalışma, Osmanlı tıbbının klasik metinlerinde yer alan günlük yaşam pratiklerini derinlemesine incelemektedir. Hava kalitesi, su tüketimi, egzersiz, uyku, hamam kültürü ve beslenme gibi konularda yer alan tavsiyeler, günümüz tıbbı ile karşılaştırmalı olarak analiz edilmiştir. Araştırma, Osmanlı tıbbının sadece hastalıkların tedavisine değil, aynı zamanda sağlıklı bir yaşam sürdürmeye yönelik kapsamlı bir yaklaşım benimsediğini ortaya koymaktadır. İncelenen metinler, Osmanlı toplumunda sağlıklı yaşamın, dengeli beslenme, temiz çevre ve düzenli egzersiz gibi faktörlere bağlı olduğuna işaret etmektedir. Çalışmada, Osmanlı tıbbının günümüz tıbbı ile birçok ortak noktası olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Örneğin, temiz havanın önemi, dengeli beslenmenin sağlığın korunmasındaki rolü ve egzersizin fiziksel ve zihinsel sağlığı iyileştirici etkileri gibi konularda iki yaklaşım arasında önemli bir paralellik bulunmaktadır. Ancak, Osmanlı tıbbı ile günümüz tıbbı arasında bazı farklılıklar da görülmektedir. Özellikle bazı tedavi yöntemleri ve beslenme önerileri, günümüz bilimsel verileriyle tam olarak örtüşmemektedir. Bu farklılıklar, iki dönemin farklı bilimsel ve kültürel koşullarına bağlanabilir. Sonuç olarak, bu çalışma Osmanlı tıbbının zengin ve kapsamlı bir sağlık sistemi olduğunu göstermektedir. Klasik Osmanlı tıbbı metinlerinde yer alan bilgiler, günümüzde sağlıklı yaşam konusunda farkındalık yaratmak ve sağlıklı yaşam alışkanlıkları geliştirmek için önemli bir kaynak teşkil etmektedir.
19. yüzyılda ABCFM Misyonerlerinin Osmanlı Ülkesinde Protestan Cemaati Oluşturma Çabaları
Authors: özturan neşe coşkun
Published: November 2024

A.B.D’ de kıta ötesinde Protestan inancını yaymak üzere kurulan ABCFM adlı misyoner teşkilatı Osmanlı ülkesinde kısa zaman içinde gayrimüslim tebaa ile yakın ilişkiler kurarak farklı alanlarda emek yoğun bir çalışma içine girmişlerdir. Osmanlı topraklarında çalışan misyonerlere göre kendini yönetme kabiliyeti olmayan Müslüman Türkler hakimiyetleri altındaki gayrimüslimleri insani ve etik değerlerle bağdaşmayacak uygulamalarla asimile ederek baskı ve işkenceyle idare etmişlerdir. Ayrıca yönetimleri altında bulunan İslam dışı dinlere mensup olan insanları da manipüle ederek kendi “şeytani” amaçlarına hizmet etmelerini sağlamışlardır. Öte yandan Hıristiyan din adamları da kendi cemaatlerini “doğru yola sevk etmeyerek” Müslüman idarecilerin arzu ettikleri şekilde “gerçek inanca” zarar vermişlerdir. Kökleri Hıristiyan olan Osmanlı tebaasının ruhlarını kurtarmak ve İsa’nın dünyaya tekrar geleceği zaman bizzat kuracağı Evrensel Kilise’nin teşekkülüne ön hazırlık yapmak iddiası ile Protestan misyonerlerin, hizmet vereceği sahadaki zorlayıcı ve kimi zaman da engelleyici gerçeklikler onları amaçlarından vazgeçirmemiştir. Kilise taşıdığı maddi ve manevi anlamı ile cemaatin sembolüdür. Bu nedenle kilise bir cemaatin mutlaka olması gereken parçasıdır. Her tebliğci kendi özel hayatıyla ve kamusal yaşamdaki varlığıyla kilisenin önderi gibi cemaatine örnek olmalıdır. Misyoner görevi süresince ne yaşarsa yaşasın büyük mekanizmanın küçük bir çarkı olduğunu unutmamalıdır. Nihai amacın kutsallığı yaşanabilecek her türlü kötülüğe karşı manevi koruyucu olacaktır.
On the Origin of Human Souls: The Case of Ibn Sina (Avicenna) and Mullah Sadra (Sadraddin Shirazi)
Authors: Baghirov Ibrahim
Published: November 2024

Subscribing to the Platonic concept of the immaterial soul, both Ibn Sina (Avicenna) and Sadraddin Shirazi (Mulla Sadra) accept the idea that human beings possess something beyond the material bodies that represent them in the physical world. However, there are significant differences between their concepts of the soul. One of these differences relates to the origination of the human soul. This paper examines these Muslim philosophers’ approaches to the issue of the soul’s origination. They both consider human souls to be originated, but they differ significantly in terms of the nature of the soul at its origination. Ibn Sina, in line with other Muslim thinkers and defenders of the Platonic soul concept, views it as an immaterial entity upon its coming into existence. However, Mulla Sadra believes that the soul is corporeal at the beginning of its earthly existence. Beyond the issue of the soul’s nature, they also hold different views on how the soul comes into being or is created. Avicenna, as an absolute dualist, believes that the soul is created externally to the body and then added to it, whereas Mulla Sadra holds that it emerges within the body through the evolutionary substantial movement of the latter. Given the variations in these philosophers’ theories on the matter, the paper concludes with the claim that, despite their agreement on the denial of the soul’s pre-existence, there are essential differences between their theories of origination. Ibn Sina appears to be a dualist, while Mulla Sadra leans toward monism.
Müasir Kitabxana-Informasiya Fəaliyyətinin İnformasiya Modeli
Authors: Mammadov Mehmaneli , zeynalova hicran , Manafgyzi Esmira Rustamli
Published: November 2024

Müasir kitabxana-informasiya fəaliyyəti işin təşkili, qiymətləndirilməsi və xidmət proseslərinin optimallaşdırılması baxımından xeyli zamandır ki, mütəxəssislərin diqqətini cəlb edir.Bu istiqamətdə yazılmış elmi nəzəri tədqiqatlar əsasən ənənəvi xidmər formalarını əhatə edir və müasir texnologiyaların tətbiqi ilə qarşıya çıxan yeni keyfiyyət formaları fərqli yanaşmalar tələb edir.vHazır ki, məqalə kitabxana-informasiya fəaliyyətinin informativ modelini qurmaq və fəaliyyətin optimallaşdırılması məqsədi ilə əməliyyatların alqoritmini müəyyənləşdirmək kimi məqsədləri qarşıya qoyur. Məqalə problemin elmi-nəzəri təhlilini irəli sürür.
The Effect of Perception of Safety Against Violence and Resilience on Emotional Exhaustion
Authors: Türkmen İbrahim , Çetin Emine
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Violence against healthcare workers has become a significant problem in Türkiye and around the world. Violence in the health sector puts healthcare professionals in a difficult situation physically, psychologically, and socially and can cause emotional burnout. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of perception of safety against violence and psychological resilience on emotional exhaustion in nurses. A cross-sectional quantitative research design was used in the study, using the perception of safety against violence, psychological resilience, and emotional exhaustion scales. The universe of the research consists of nurses working in public hospitals in Türkiye. An online survey form created in Google Forms was sent to nurses who agreed to participate in the study voluntarily. Research data were obtained from 298 nurses. Research hypotheses were tested using structural equation modelling. According to the research results, perception of safety against violence and psychological resilience among nurses have a statistically significant and negative effect on emotional exhaustion. As a result, nurses' perception of safety and psychological resilience against violence should be improved to prevent and reduce emotional exhaustion.
Kuşaklar ve Obezite İlişkisi Üzerine Bir Araştırma
Authors: Çeçen Ziya , Eke Erdal
Published: November 2024

Teknolojide meydana gelen gelişmeler insanlara çeşitli kolaylıklar sağlamış olup ortaya çıkan kolaylıklar insanlar tarafından farklı şekillerde benimsenmiştir. İnsanlar tarafından benimsenen kolaylıklar her kesimce farklı şekillerde kendilerini göstermiştir. Özellikle de kuşak yapısı faktörü burada kendisini daha belirgin olarak göstermiştir. Teknolojideki kabul görme ve adaptasyon durumları, ortaya çıktığı dönemin topluluklarında daha belirginken daha eski kuşak topluluklarında daha durağan bir özellik göstermektedir. Fakat değişen şartlara da ayak uydurmak adeta kaçınılmaz bir hal aldığından dolayı öğrenme ve adaptasyon süreci daha eski kuşaklarda kaçınılmaz bir duruma gelmiştir. Teknolojinin getirdiği kolaylıklar her ne kadar çok olmuş olsa da beraberinde birçok olumsuzluğu da getirmiştir. Bu olumsuzluklardan birisi de obezitedir. Teknolojik kolaylıklarla insan hayatına gelen durağanlık beraberinde insanların yaşam biçimini hareketsizleşerek kilo alma sorunu ortaya çıkmıştır. Bu sorun özellikle son zamanlarda dünya geneline yayılmış olup dikkat çeken bir hale bürünmüştür. Kontrolsüzce ve fazla bir biçimde kilo alma durumu kendisini obezite olarak göstermiştir. Obezite insan sağlığını ciddi şekilde tehdit eden bir sağlık sorunudur. Son yıllarda dünya genelinde artış gösteren bu duruma sağlık otoriteleri ve hükümetler kayıtsız kalmamış olup toplumlara farkındalık kazandırmak suretiyle mücadeleye girişmişlerdir. Bu araştırmada, Türkiye’de obezitenin durumunun ele alınması, kuşaklar üzerindeki durumu incelemeyi amaçlamıştır. Anket yönteminin kullanıldığı çalışmada toplanan veriler SPSS 16.0 paket programı ile analiz edilmiş olup bulgular ortaya konmuştur.
Analyze the Physical Performance of Elite Athletes: Relationship between Leg Muscle Explosive Power, Flexibility, and Balance in Elite Taekwondo Athletes Pre-Porprov West Java
Authors:   Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia, Apriliani Ria , Hidayatullah Muhammad Furqon ,   Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia, Nugroho Haris ,   Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia, Riyadi Slamet ,   Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia, Hendarto Singgih ,   Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

This study carried out on elite athletes from West Java Province to analyze the physical performance of elite athletes, namely power, flexibility and balance on the accuracy of their dollyo chagi kicks on these three physical performances. In two previous studies, it was known that physical performance had an influence on the psychology and physiology of athletes, both elite and non-elite athletes. Therefore, this research aims to provide reference material for non-elite taekwondo athletes to determine the physical performance profile of elite athletes so they can excel and achieve targets in national and international competitions, especially for athletes with the peak age of performance according to their LTAD age, namely 18- 24 years. A sample of 75 people was taken using the total sampling method from 6 cities and districts in West Java. The development method is the method used in this research by finding the mean and standard deviation with of each test variable. From this research, it is known that the standard deviation of power is 30.730; flexibility, namely 7.793; balance 2,335; and dollyo chagi of 19,007 with an average power of 2.10 meters, flexibility of 20.88 cm, and balance of 3.67 seconds.
Theory of Self-Serve Skills Education for 3-4 Years Kindergarten Children in Daily Living Regime
Authors:   Thu Dau Mot University, Hong Nguyen Thi , Đoan Trinh VO Nguyen ,   Thu Dau Mot University, Hong Xuan Le Thi ,   Thu Dau Mot University
Published: November 2024

In daily activities, teachers and parents need to create an environment that encourages children to practice and try. Guiding children to perform these tasks not only helps them feel satisfied when completing tasks, but also forms good habits and develops social skills, such as sharing and collaborating with friends. Furthermore, these self-service experiences also contribute to building a solid foundation for future development, helping children become confident and independent individuals in life. However, this activity has been done in preschool age, especially in preschool age of 3-4 years old, but the effectiveness in children is not high. Therefore, it is necessary to have educational measures to form and develop to help children perfect self-service skills, essential for children to be more independent, confident, and proactive in their personal activities.
Establishment of Regional Regulations For Coastal Area Rehabilitation As An Environmental Restoration Effort In Buru District
Authors: Tuhulele Popy , Anwar Arman , Waas Armelia Febriyanti
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Research entitled "Establishment of Regional Regulations for Coastal Area Rehabilitation as an Environmental Recovery Effort in Buru Regency". Purposes of the Research: The specific aim of this research is to find out and analyze the impact of traditional mining activities on environmental damage in coastal areas, especially in Kayeli Bay, Buru Regency as the estuary of rivers affected by mining activities and to find and analyze the importance of establishing Regional Rehabilitation Regulations as an effort to restore the marine and coastal environment. in Buru Regency.Methods of the Research: This research uses an exploratory type of empirical normative research. This research approach is a statutory approach, a concept approach and a case approach. The data collection techniques used in this research were interviews and literature study.Results of the Research: Mining activities using dangerous chemicals carried out over a period of 23 years have had a major impact on the environmental conditions of Buru Regency. Environmental pollution and destruction not only occurs in mining areas but also land, river flows, bays, coasts and seas which are the final estuaries of mining remains. Kayeli Bay is an important area for fishing, to support the daily lives of around 50,000 village communities. coast. Kaiely Bay is located between 3º 15' 55” - 3º 22' 50” S and 127º 01'35”-127º 01'35” E and is an estuary in nature because it is influenced by the surrounding land, through runoff that enters through rivers that empties into the bay. Continuous abundance of nutrients causes an increase in water fertility. On the other hand, Kaiely Bay is also able to supply and fertilize the surrounding waters with nutrients and a high concentration of chlorophyll-a, namely > 6 mg/L.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON AWARENESS OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AMONG PRE-SERVICE EFL TEACHERS IN TWO KAZAKHSTANI UNIVERSITIES
Authors: Korkemay Mukhitova  , Meruyert Zakarova  , Gulnara Kassymova
Published: November 2024

This study aimed to explore and compare the awareness level of Inclusive education among pre-service EFL teachers at two Kazakhstani universities. University 1 is a private multi-profile university, while University 2 is a state university with a pedagogical profile. A quantitative method was utilised in the current study and an adapted questionnaire was distributed to 80 participants. The results showed that pre-service EFL teachers at both universities had similarly high awareness levels of the concept, aims, and importance of Inclusive education, however both universities had moderate level of awareness regarding educational policies and ongoing projects. Moreover, University 1 demonstrated a higher awareness level than University 2 on teaching methods and issues, visible and invisible disability types, and the role of gifted children in promoting inclusion. The findings of this study can be used to improve teacher training programs on Inclusive education at higher educational institutions of Kazakhstan.
Intersection of Geography, Topography and Mindset
Authors: Webb Susan Christine , Reshmi Lahiri-Roy  , Elizabeth Knight  , Koshy Paul
Published: November 2024

This paper explores the notion of rurality in Australian tertiary education as part of an investigation into the subtle but distinct differences in participation thinking and patterns among young people in regional, rural and remote (RRR) communities. Drawing on qualitative data gathered as part of a wider research project for the National Centre for Vocational Education Research, the paper examines whether student participation in tertiary education is shaped by factors more deeply related to a sense of connection to community, the relationality and reflexivity as related to context, as well the proximity to major tertiary education infrastructure, such as campuses. This analysis of place challenges traditional geographical lenses that emphasise RRR location in and of itself. Hence, the paper contributes to a more nuanced understanding of language in relation to RRR location as used in Australian policy, providing insights into the contested nature of the Australian term RRR, the concept of rurality in the wider literature, and concomitantly, investigating the impact of the same on youth participation in Australian tertiary education.
Remote School Retention in Australia
Authors: Guenther John , Oliver Rhonda , Ober Robyn , Holmes Catherine
Published: November 2024

The Australian education system works well for most students. However, equitable access to secondary education is problematic for First Nations people living in remote communities. There is a strong emphasis on Year 12 completion as an indicator of successful engagement in remote First Nations education. This has been partly driven by Australian Government ‘Closing the Gap’ targets. Yet for remote students Year 12 Certificate attainment is trending down, from 113 in 2013 down to 82 in 2022. Nationally, the target to achieve 96% Year 12 or equivalent is not on track for achievement.
This article explores what students, school staff and community members say leads to disengagement and dropout. It is based on research conducted in Western Australia and the Northern Territory during 2023 by a team of researchers from Batchelor Institute, Curtin University and University of Notre Dame. The research focused on remote and very remote Independent and Catholic schools. It engaged 229 in surveys and 136 in yarns or interviews. Most of the respondents were First Nations people.
Bhutanese Teacher Educators’ Attitudes Towards Information, Communication and Technology Acceptance and use in Teaching
Authors: Tshering Tshering , Matthews Joshua , Adlington Rachael
Published: November 2024

Information and Communication Technology is a powerful tool for transforming education, and in developing, largely rural countries such as Bhutan, where its widespread access is relatively recent. Information and Communication Technology acceptance and use among teacher educators is crucial for effective contemporary teacher education. Acceptance and use depends on well-established factors, including teachers’ attitudes; however, little is known about teachers’ attitudes in rural developing countries, especially Himalayan and Buddhist countries, which are culturally different to other developing countries. Accordingly, this mixed-method study investigated how Bhutanese teacher educators’ attitudes influence acceptance and use of Information and Communication Technology in teaching. Analysis of survey (n = 90) and semi-structured interview (n = 21) data indicated that teacher educators generally held positive attitudes toward its use. Age, gender, teaching experience and subject of specialization did not influence attitude, while perceived usefulness, facilitating conditions and Information and Communication Technology use, did. Positive attitude was associated with perceived usefulness, while negative attitude aligned with Information and Communication Technology incompetence and slow internet connectivity. Some agreement exists between findings in Bhutan and other developing, rural contexts, however, differences in factors, including gender, and the presence of Buddhist zhenphen highlight the need for policymakers, researchers and interventions to account for context, alongside continued improvement of Information and Communication Technology infrastructure.
Rural Researcher and Practitioner Responses to Misrecognition and Distributive Injustice
Authors: Guenther John , Cuervo Hernan
Published: November 2024

The articles in this issue can be viewed through the lens of theories of Recognition and Distributive Justice. These theories, when applied to rural education point to the marginalisation and devaluing of rural education, such that some kind remedy is required. The remedies for this are arguably the responsibility of systems that develop policies and provide funding for research and education. But we find that educators and researchers respond in their own way to the deficits and distributive injustices that are imposed on their roles in rural and remote communities. In the articles of this issue, we see researchers and practitioners investing their time, persisting and persevering despite apparent failure, engaging socially, and making space for the next generation of educators and researchers. The contexts in which these actions are taken vary, and so too do the expressions of these responses.
Coordination Strategy for Achieving Community Social Infrastructure Development Goals in Bhola, Bangladesh
Authors: Rahman Abdur
Published: November 2024

This paper aims at identifying the Prospects for Sustainability in Community Social Infrastructure Development having regard to Coordination Mechanisms and Stakeholders: A Case of Bhola Bangladesh. Employing a qualitative research approach, the paper seeks to establish the issues, approaches, and achievements towards owning coordination in rural setting. Interviews, focus group discussions and document review adopting both open ended questionnaires and interviews were conducted with 20 purposively selected participants drawn from different fields similar to previous study. Therefore, this study established that though there is improvement in coordination at the Bhola level, problems like resource constrains, lack of technical know-how and communication barriers are still some of the issues that hinder the functioning of agencies there. Improvement in the coordination measures entailed the maintenance of an open forum, trust amongst the stakeholders, and the adoption of the structure that captured the needs of the locals. Moreover, it was also found that for infrastructure projects to have sustainable outcomes, the community has to be involved actively in the projects. This paper adds to the studies on multi-stakeholder partnership in community advancement and offers ideas concerning the issues of advancing rural, Ashley positioned, limited asset areas. The study therefore can contribute to enhancing the coordination strategies in other contexts with the inference that equal blend of formal and informal coordination mechanism coupled with active community participation plays critical role to enhance the development of infrastructure projects.
The Influence of Motivation and Organizational Commitment on the Work Ethic of Civil Servants at the Sambas Regency Education and Culture Office
Authors: Yuniar Yuniar , Mahdi Irfan
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of motivation and organizational commitment on the work ethic of civil servants in the Sambas Regency Education and Culture Office. This study used an associative research method. The sample in this study was all Civil Servants of the Sambas Regency Education and Culture Office, total 57 Civil Servants and excluding the Head of the Office. The results of this study indicate that the Partial Test Results (T-Test) with t-values on the Motivation variable (X1) of 2.854> t table 2.042 so that Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, it can be concluded that Motivation (X1) partially has a significant effect on the Work Ethic (Y) of Civil Servants at the Sambas Regency Education and Culture Office and the t-value on the Organizational Commitment variable (X2) of 0.158 <t table 2.042 so that Ho is accepted and Ha is rejected, it can be concluded that Organizational Commitment (X2) partially does not have a significant effect on the Work Ethic (Y) of Civil Servants at the Sambas Regency Education and Culture Office.
Analysis of Intellectual Capital to Strengthen Competitiveness through Shared Leadership and Creativity
Authors: Alfajri Aji , Gunarto Muji
Published: November 2024

Private universities implementing an open learning system with leadership, creativity and distance certainly require the support of human resources (HR) who are reliable and able to contribute in it. Through proper management of intellectual capital, competitiveness, shared leadership and creativity, it is hoped that these private universities can develop their resources to support the achievement of organizational goals and objectives and to respond to very dynamic internal and external changes
Navigating the New Wave of Short-Term Rental Accommodation Regulation in Malaysia
Authors: Geoffrey Matthew Dilak , Sulaiman Siti Sarah , Samad Saiful Azmi
Published: November 2024

Short-term rental accommodation (STRA) is generally understood as the letting of any dwelling premises for holiday or business purposes for a short period of time. It has surged in popularity among travelers, with the emergence of online service platforms such as Airbnb, booking.com, HomeAway, TripAdvisor and others serving as marketplaces in connecting people looking to let their properties with travelers or tourists seeking short-term accommodation However, its widespread adoption has raised legal concerns and brought about unprecedented implications affecting various aspects or sections of the community which may have not been properly thought of in its infancy. The laws on short-term renting in Malaysia are scattered and each state has its own ways for regulating the STRA. Applying the library-based approach, this article seeks to analyse the relevant laws and policies, decided cases, newspaper reports, and journal articles to determine the legal and planning issues surrounding the STRA. A reference is also made to the practise in the State of Penang and Selangor. Finally, this article proposed for uniform legal framework to regulate STRA in line with the latest decision Federal Court case Innab Salil & Ors v Verve Suites Mont’ Kiara Management Corp [2020] 10 CLJ 285.
Semiconductor Laser Packaging Technology: Thermal Management, Optical Performance Enhancement, and Reliability Studies
Authors: Wu TianQi , Shen Jichen , Zou Jun , Wu Peng , Liao Yitao
Published: November 2024

This review article presents a comprehensive and in-depth discussion of thermal management, optical performance enhancement, and reliability issues in semiconductor laser packaging technology. By synthesizing existing literature and research results, the article presents a systematic summary of the research progress and practical applications of semiconductor laser packaging technology in these key areas. In the section on thermal management, the article reviews different heat sink technologies, packaging structures, and solid crystal materials with the aim of improving the thermal stability and long-term reliability of semiconductor laser devices. In the section on optical performance enhancement, the article outlines beam shaping techniques and packaging technologies. It also addresses reliability issues in packaging, discussing optical mirror damage as well as stress and mechanical damage. The aim of this review is to provide assistance for the further development and application of semiconductor laser packaging technology, with the objective of promoting the rapid and healthy development of the laser industry.
 
Received: 1 April 2024 | Revised: 18 September 2024 | Accepted: 18 November 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Tianqi Wu: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - review & editing, Supervision. Jichen Shen: Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft. Jun Zou: Visualization. Peng Wu: Project administration, Funding acquisition. Yitao Liao: Project administration, Funding acquisition.
The Application Status and Challenges of Managed Pressure Drilling Technology for Ultra Deep Well: Taking Shunbei Block as an Example
Authors:   Sinopec Northwest, JIAO Jie
Published: November 2024

Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) is a kind of new drilling technology that has been effectively applied to pressure-sensitive formations of narrow safety density windows, multiple pressure systems. This paper summarizes the basic principles and various application scenarios of MPD technology. Taking Well A, Well B and Well C in Shunbei block as examples, the advantages of MPD technology in dealing with complex situations such as drilling, overflow and leakage in narrow density window formations are analyzed, and the key equipment, supporting technology and common abnormal treatment methods of MPD are proposed. The conclusions are as follows: MPD technology, . The application of MPD has provided a guaratee for the efficient development of the oil fields in Shunbei block and improves the drilling quality and efficiency of the block. The research results can effectively guide the managed pressure drilling operation, ensure the safety of well control, and enrich the theory of ultra-deep well drilling technology.
Research on Pore Pressure Prediction of Carbonate Formation Under Uncertain Conditions
Authors:   Sinopec North China Petroleum Engineering Co., XIANG Xingyun
Published: November 2024

Formation pore pressure plays a vital role in oil drilling, and is an indispensable basic parameter for casing scheme design and mud specific gravity optimization in oil drilling. Formation pore pressures can be predicted through the data of seism, logging, and logging-while-drilling. However, due to the concealment and complexity of carbonate formations, as well as the inherent errors in the date of seism, logging, and mud loging, formation pore pressure is always difficult to predict accurately. Thus, a probabilistic method for predicting formation pore pressure is proposed to quantitatively describe the uncertainty of the pressure. Firstly, the method in this paper provides statistical properties of Eaton index and the normal compaction trend line distribution of random well depth. Then, with the Monte Carlo simulation method, the random number corresponding to the distribution features can be generated. And further the pore pressure sample set of any depth can be calculated. Finally a normal distribution is selected to fit the pore pressure sample set of any depth, and the cumulative probability distribution of pore pressure at any depth is derived. The pore pressure values with the cumulative probabilities of 0. 05 and 0. 95 at each depth point were selected and connected in series along the entire well section to obtain a formation pore pressure interval profile with a confidence of 90%. The case study shows that the method, integrating the logging and information recorded, obtains more accurate pore pressure prediction results, which provides a reference value for the uncertainty analysis of pore pressure in carbonate formation.
Book Review of Introduction to the Geography of Development
Authors:   School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Lanzhou Jiaotong University, DUAN Zhuanghui , SHENG Shuangqing ,   School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Lanzhou Jiaotong University
Published: November 2024

Development geography is a branch of geography that studies the level of human development and the quality of life, focusing on the issue of balance in the process of development convergence or human well-being enhancement in underdeveloped and underdeveloped regions under the constraints of environmental conditions. As one of the emerging subdisciplines of geography, development geography is typically interdisciplinary and cross-cutting in character, with its core research focusing on the mechanisms of global underdevelopment, imbalance and large-scale poverty, as well as attempting to find out the relationship between development and the economic, political and social factors, so as to play a scientific role in guiding the practice of social development. Divided into three parts and 13 chapters, Introduction to Development Geography systematically introduces the overall framework and research objectives of development geography, proposes relevant methodological practices for the mechanisms and strategies centered on China􀆳s sustainable development, and conducts in-depth research on balanced inter-regional development, sustained development of underdeveloped regions, and paths for improving the quality of life in developed regions, with the aim of helping readers to better understand the practical significance of development geography.
Modern trends in the development of the primary housing market in Moscow
Authors: Maltseva E. V. , Sargina L. V. , Amirova N. R.
Published: November 2024

The article identifies key trends and features of the real estate market development in modern conditions, the positive dynamics of which determines macroeconomic and regional development. The need to implement fiscal and monetary policies of the state to ensure effective development of the housing construction market is emphasized, which can significantly initiate economic growth in the country.
Russia’s conservation strategy a single socio-cultural space with Central Asia after the collapse of the USSR
Authors: Petryk L. S.
Published: November 2024

The article analyzes the Russian state policy aimed at preserving a common socio-cultural space with the republics of Central Asia in the early 2000s, when changes in the geopolitical situation and the growth of external threats necessitated the stabilization of the region. The article examines the deterioration of the situation of Russian-speaking citizens in the studied countries, in particular the opportunity to receive education in Russian, and Russia’s response to these challenges.
Artificial intelligence in China’s transport policy: from political strategy to implementation
Authors: Karimov K. S.
Published: November 2024

The article examines the political strategy of the introduction of artificial intelligence by the Chinese government. The author examines the strategic goals and objectives of the Ministry of Transportation of the People’s Republic of China for the development and implementation of AI technologies. Forecasting the amount of funding and investment in smart transportation.
The ideological and value influence of the USA and Turkey on Kazakhstan’s information space
Authors: Ermanalieva A. R.
Published: November 2024

The article analyzes the ideological and value influence of the United States and Turkey on the information space of Kazakhstan. Special attention is paid to the mechanisms of media interaction, such as the financing of independent media, the issuance of educational grants and the use of soft power. The influence of these processes on political stability, national identity and foreign policy priorities of Kazakhstan is considered.
The algorithm of effective development of the passenger complex facilities of JSC "Russian railways", taking into account the tourist component
Authors: Vlasova N. V. , Olencevich V. A.
Published: November 2024

The presented scientific study examines the strategy and role of JSC Russian Railways in the organization and development of Russian and foreign tourist destinations. This made it possible to identify key areas of modernization of the railway passenger complex in order to increase the level of competitiveness in the transport services market, as well as to develop an algorithm for the effective development of the passenger complex facilities of JSC Russian Railways, taking into account the tourist component.

The issues of modernization of the passenger complex of JSC “Russian Railways” as an organizer of tourism are considered. Based on the forecast of prospective volumes of passenger tourist traffic, the company formulated the priority areas on which it is necessary to focus investment resources first of all.
АНТРОПОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ ВОЗЗРЕНИЯ БОГОСЛОВОВ И ОТЦОВ ЦЕРКВИ II - VIII ВЕКОВ
Authors: С.В. Власов
Published: November 2024

В статье автор рассматривает воззрения богословов и отцов Церкви II – VIII веков на природу человека, обращаясь к творениям сщмч. Иустинa Философa, свт. Иринея Лионского, церковных писателей Тертуллиана и Оригена, свтт. Афанасия Великого, Василия Великого, Григория Богослова, Григория Нисского, Иоанна Златоуста, Кирилла Александрийского, Феодорита Кирского, блж. Августина, прпп. Макария Египетского и Максима Исповедника. При раскрытии всего многообразия антропологических воззрений автор статьи определяет при этом согласие святых отцов в главном – сотериологической проблематике.