bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
For Good Reason: Analyzing How Students Define Difficulty in RateMyProfessor.com Comments
Authors: Teagarden Alexis , Carlozzi Michael
Published: December 2024

Can student comments help solve a problem that student ratings helped create?  We argue that the comment section of student evaluations of teaching (SET) offers a rich site for studying student perspectives on teaching and learning, particularly how students define and value course and instructor difficulty. Employing rhetorically grounded approaches to computer-assisted corpus analysis, we compared 4,600 RateMyProfessors.com instructor profiles meeting the criteria of 1) instructors with high difficulty and high overall quality scores or 2) instructors with high difficulty but low overall quality scores. We identify recurring argumentative patterns in both corpora. In contrast to SET scholarship which often assumes students favor ease over all other course characteristics, we see commenters providing a more nuanced evaluation: condemning contrived forms of difficulty but commending authentic ones. Our findings contribute to discussions of student perspectives on learning and their relationship to course evaluations. The results offer evidence in support of the validity hypothesis in SET scholarship and provide avenues for helping faculty better understand their course evaluations and their  students.
The Impact of Norm- and Criterion-Referenced Grading Systems on Students’ Course-Related Expectations
Authors: Liu Jingxuan , Wong Michelle , Hard Bridgette
Published: December 2024

The present study examined how information about different grading systems affects students’ course expectations, particularly in ways that may have downstream consequences for learning and other academic outcomes.   In an online experiment using a preregistered design, we prompted two samples of current and recent college students (N = 547) with a hypothetical course that adopted either a norm- or criterion-referenced grading system, two common grading policies in higher education. We then examined students’ expectations for their own course-related goals, perceptions, and behaviors. We found that, compared to criterion-referenced grading, norm-referenced grading led participants to expect higher performance-goal orientation, lower mastery-goal orientation, lower course self-efficacy, and fewer help-related behaviors. Norm-referenced grading also increased perceptions that the instructor believes intelligence to be nonuniversal and fixed (i.e., not malleable). Some effects of grading system were stronger for students from non-minoritized backgrounds and lacking prior experience with the assigned grading system. Although participants reported experiencing criterion-referenced grading more often in college, both grading policies were commonly experienced by participants. Our findings suggest that norm-referenced grading policies negatively impact student expectations. More broadly, these findings highlight the importance of grading policies in shaping students' course-related expectations.
Teaching Graduate Student Practitioner-Scholars with Affordable Learning Materials (ALMs): Closing the Research-to-Practice Gap
Authors: Pope Elizabeth , Grant Phillip
Published: December 2024

The research-to-practice gap is often discussed in higher education, particularly in practitioner-oriented programs geared for adult learners. Instructors are encouraged to design courses that support students to apply what they learn in their courses to their professional practice as “evidence-based practice.” When learning about research methods, students are encouraged to consider both how to use existing research to improve their professional practice and how to conduct new research to solve problems of practice. Course content, such as readings, lectures, and videos, serves as the foundation for this activity. But, which materials actually help students build this connection between the concepts in a research course, using research, and evidence-based practices in their professional lives? How do students learn from course materials to make meaning from them that can be applied outside the classroom? And how can instructors create learning environments that support these activities? In this paper, we examine these questions and present our experiences teaching an online introduction to research methods course as an example. Using Affordable Learning Materials (ALMs), we created an accessible and affordable online course geared toward encouraging students to apply research to solve problems of practice in their own professional lives. In using ALMs, we, as instructors, were forced to step outside the use of traditional, commercial textbooks and consider what may be more beneficial to adult learners. This essay describes a more student-oriented approach to teaching and learning research methods.
Rubric Design: A Designer’s Perspective
Authors: Furman William
Published: December 2024

The rubric, a canonical matrix of criteria presented to students as the road map to academic success. An “Ah-ha” moment, “that is what I’m looking for” utopia for the fresh-minted instructor. While rubrics provide the possibility for solving the complexity of some teaching problems, like many fuzzy oases we have come to know rubrics as a thinly veiled tools that are as useful as they are well designed. If you ever have designed rubrics, you know well they resolve some issues but present many more. They contain a conundrum of specific questions: What do I want my students to know? How do I want them to perform? How am I going to evaluate them? What am I attempting to transfer? Reveal? Show? What am I teaching? As many instructors would attest, these questions are not always easy. Creating rubrics can be difficult, very time-consuming, and can feel like a paradox. But in the end, they can also provide real value to the student and instructor. This reflective essay takes on the design and development of the rubric, challenging the notion there are different types of rubrics or inherent evaluation methodologies, offers an alternative layout, and reviews rubrics through the designer’s lens, approaching them through concept development and design thinking.
MÜZİK DİNLEMENİN PARAMEDİKLERİN STRES DÜZEYİ VE YAŞAM KALİTESİ ÜZERİNE ETKİLERİ: FENOMENOLOJİK ARAŞTIRMA
Authors: Kurtulgan İnci Fatma , Şakalar Alper , Şekkeli Zümrüt Hatice
Published: December 2024

Paramediklik, acil tıbbi durumlarda hayati müdahalelerde bulunan ve bu nedenle yoğun stres altında çalışan bir meslek grubunu temsil etmektedir. Bu araştırma, paramediklerin mesleki yaşamlarında karşılaştıkları stres faktörlerini ve bu stresle başa çıkma mekanizmaları arasında müziğin potansiyel rolünü incelemektedir. Araştırmada, Kahramanmaraş’ta görev yapan 19 paramedik üzerinde yapılandırılmamış gözlem ve yarı yapılandırılmış görüşmeler yoluyla elde edilen veriler Maxqda24 nitel veri analizi yazılım aracılığıyla yorumlanmıştır. Analiz sonuçları, mesleki deneyimler ve zorluklar, müzik tercihleri ve sosyal etkileşim gibi temaları içermektedir. Elde edilen bulgular, paramediklerin yetersiz personel, eğitim eksiklikleri, aşırı iş yükü ve uzun çalışma saatleri gibi faktörlerin yanı sıra, toplum tarafından yeterince anlaşılmama ve saygı görme eksikliği nedeniyle stres yaşadıklarını ortaya koymuştur. Müziğin stres yönetiminde etkili bir araç olarak paramedikler arasında yaygın kabul gördüğü belirlenmiştir. Bu çalışma, paramediklerin yaşam kalitesini artırmak için stres yönetimi stratejilerinin geliştirilmesinin önemini vurgulamaktadır. Bu stratejiler, sağlık görevlilerinin bireysel, örgütsel ve toplumsal düzeyde desteklenmesini sağlamalı ve eğitim, motivasyon ve takdir gibi önlemlerle hem sağlık görevlilerinin hem de hastaların sonuçlarını iyileştirmeyi hedeflemelidir.
Differences in non-high density lipoprotein levels, blood pressure and waist circumference between normal-weight obesity, lean, and obese women
Authors: Angriani Winda , Desmawati Desmawati , Elliyanti Aisyah
Published: December 2024

Background: Normal Weight Obesity (NWO) is a condition characterized by an average Body Mass Index (BMI) with high body fat percentage (BFP≥30%), distinct from individuals with normal BMI and normal body fat (BFP <30%), known as Normal Weight Lean (NWL). NWO is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, dyslipidemia, and central obesity. Objectives: Investigate differences in non-high-density lipoprotein (non-HDL) levels, blood pressure, and waist circumference among respondents with NWO, NWL, and obesity.Materials and Methods: The research adopts an observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The respondents, 96 adult women aged 30-45 from Padang City, were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Measurements included BMI, body fat using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA), waist circumference, and blood pressure. Nutritional status determination was employed to differentiate between NWL, NWO, and obesity. Subsequently, blood samples were taken for non-HDL analysis. Analysis of customarily distributed data used one-way ANOVA and post-hoc Bonferroni, while non-normally distributed data were analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis and post-hoc Mann-Whitney.Results: The study revealed that 20 women (20.8%) were classified as having NWO. The study results indicate a significant difference in non-HDL levels among NWL, NWO, and obesity (p-value = 0.015). There were differences in non-HDL levels between NWO and NWL women, as well as between NWL women and those with obesity. Blood pressure analysis showed no significant difference in blood pressure among NWO, NWL, and obesity. There was a difference in waist circumference, with a significant difference between NWL and obesity (p-value <0.05) and NWO and obesity (p-value <0.05). However, there was no significant difference between NWO and NWL (p-value = 1.00).Conclusion: There were differences in non-HDL levels and waist circumference among NWO, NWL, and obese women, but no significant difference in blood pressure was observed among the three groups.Keywords: Normal weight obesity; non-HDL; blood pressure; Waist circumference
ECONOMIC EVALUATION OF PHARMACOGENETIC-GUIDED PRESCRIBING IN PRECISION MEDICINE FOR CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES: AN EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS FROM ASIAN COUNTRIES
Authors: Halilintar Via Dolorosa , Lonah Lonah , Pujiyanto Pujiyanto
Published: December 2024

Precision medicine, particularly pharmacogenetic-guided approaches, has emerged as a promising tool to optimize treatment strategies for cardiovascular disease. However, the economic evaluation of these approaches in Asian populations remains underexplored. This review study aimed to synthesize evidence on the implementation, methodology, research gaps, and limitations of pharmacogenetic-guided precision medicine in cardiovascular disease among the Asian population. A comprehensive search of electronic databases (Pubmed, Embase, Google Scholar and Cochrane Library) was conducted to identify relevant studies. The data were extracted and synthesized to address the study objectives A total of 12 studies were included in the analysis. Economic evaluation studies of pharmacogenetic-guided precision medicine in cardiovascular disease management in Asian countries are still limited, with precision medicine interventions often requiring high resources. The sampling process remains a challenge in conducting economic evaluation studies, and there are limitations in obtaining clinical outcome descriptions from real-world evidence, as most studies rely on literature reviews or modeling-based approaches. Furthermore, most studies use a provider or healthcare cost perspective, limiting the comprehensiveness of cost information. This evidence synthesis highlights the potential for pharmacogenetic-guided precision medicine in cardiovascular disease management among the Asian population, as well as the current challenges and limitations in conducting economic evaluations. Further research is needed to address these issues, develop more robust sampling strategies, obtain real-world clinical outcome data, and provide comprehensive cost information to inform clinical practice and healthcare policy in the region.
Knowledge about Child Growth and Development among Mothers and Community: A Qualitative Study in Wonosobo
Authors: Khairunnisa Marizka , Yunitawati Diah , Ashar Hadi , Supadmi Sri , Martiyana Cati
Published: December 2024

Background: Optimal growth and development will produce qualified human resources. Achieving optimal growth and development requires support from various sectors, including parents, the community, and the government. This study aimed to determine the knowledge and awareness of mothers and the community regarding child growth and development in Wonosobo Regency, Central Java.Method: This qualitative study was conducted in Wonosobo, Central Java, in 2019. Data were collected using FGD with mothers of under-two children and cadres (two groups) and interviews with health workers and related stakeholders (10 informants). The data collected was then analyzed using thematic analysis.Result: The results showed that several themes related to child growth and development were identified, namely knowledge about child growth, development, stunting, and children’s growth and development problems (signs, causes, and prevention). Mothers and the community have the proper knowledge about child growth and development. However, there is still a low awareness of when a child needs special attention due to growth and development problems in mothers’ groups. Within the mothers’ group, the knowledge of growth and development mostly comes from their prior experience. Meanwhile, most of the community’s knowledge about child growth and development has been in line with health indicators. Bringing existing programs closer to the mothers could be an effort to increase knowledge and awareness about child growth and development.
Effectiveness of Breastfeeding Counseling Training to Improve Knowledge, Attitude, and Skill of Support Groups
Authors: Prihanti Gita Sekar , Wilyani Dwi , Hasna Alifah , 'Aisy Alberta Rohadatul , Kurniawan Bagus Putra , Saputri Dita Sulung , Tontowi Maharani , Elfahmi Meuthia Quin Lathiefa Geraldine , Mufida Umi Arof Arum , Musa Wellystianti Panca Ningrum Aprilia
Published: December 2024

Background: WHO and UNICEF advocate exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of baby’s life and continue with complementary foods for up to two years, supporting the 2030 SDGs target for optimal health during the first 1000 days. The success of exclusive breastfeeding is still limited in some areas; therefore, it is necessary to establish breastfeeding support groups. Effective breastfeeding also requires educational interventions that change attitudes, knowledge, and skills in breastfeeding support groups. This study aims to determine the effect of breastfeeding counseling training on the knowledge, attitude, and skills of breastfeeding support groups.Method: The study was conducted in three villages in the work area of the Pesantren (Islamic Boarding House) II Public Health Center Kediri: Jamsaren, Tosaren, and Pakunden villages. The study was administered from January to February 2020.  The sample was taken with Purposive Sampling, and the number of samples was 60, varying from pregnant women, nursing mothers, husband/family, cadres, and midwives. This study used a quasi-experiment with one group pre-test-post-test design where all respondents did a pre-test, got lactation counseling training, and then took a post-test. The questionnaire evaluated knowledge, attitudes, and skills, and assessed by modifying lactation counseling training observation sheets from WHO.Result: This study exercised a quasi-experimental model with one group pre-test-post-test design. Data were analyzed univariately, while comparative testing was carried out bivariate using the Wilcoxon test, and the Mann-Whitney. Wilcoxon's analysis showed that breastfeeding counseling training had an influence on the knowledge (p=0.000), attitudes (p=0.001), and skills (p=0,000) of the breastfeeding support group. Breastfeeding counseling training is effective in increasing knowledge, attitudes, and skills. It was expected that the Health Department and Public Health Center implement it regularly with wider coverage and automatically create a new breastfeeding support group.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Plastik LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene) Sebagai Substitusi Aspal dan Serbuk Kaca Sebagai Substitusi Filler pada Campuran LASTON AC-WC
Authors: Adjie Ageng Surya , Rizqi Alif Nur , Susanti Riza , Nurdiana Asri
Published: December 2024

Road deterioration is a common problem in Indonesia, influenced by population growth, the number of vehicles, and environmental factors. LASTON (Asphalt Concrete Layer) is a type of flexible pavement consisting of a mixture of asphalt, aggregate, and filler, which requires innovation to improve its quality. The objectives of this study were to determine the marshall parameters of LASTON AC-WC mixtures added with LDPE plastic and glass powder variations, obtain the KAO (Optimum Asphalt Content) value, and find the price efficiency of Conventional LASTON AC-WC mixtures and Innovative LASTON AC-WC. The research method used was an experimental test at the Civil Engineering Laboratory of Diponegoro University Vocational School, referring to the 2018 Bina Marga standard (Revision 2). This study designed 15 samples to obtain the KAO value so that the KAO obtained from the marshall test calculation was 5.5%, as well as 27 samples to determine the optimum content of LDPE plastic and Glass Powder with variations in LDPE plastic content of 4%, 5%, and 6% by weight of asphalt and Glass Powder content of 25%, 50%, and 75% by weight of fillers. The variations were tested using hot asphalt mixtures' stability and flow test methods with marshall test equipment referring to the 2018 General Specifications. This study obtained the optimum percentage of LDPE 5% and Glass Powder 75%, which met the requirements of the 2018 General Specifications. The marshall test results show the BJ Bulk value of 2.399 T/m3, VIM 4.901%, VMA 14.063%, VFA 70.393%, Stability 2029.455 kg, Flow 2.297 mm, and MQ 868.783 kg/mm. The cost of conventional asphalt mixture material is Rp 1,046,123, while the cost of innovative asphalt mixture material is Rp 987,017; thus, the innovative asphalt mixture material is more economical, with a price difference of Rp 59,105.90/ton.
Pengaruh Penambahan Abu Tempurung Kelapa dan Serbuk Cangkang Telur Terhadap Kuat Tekan dan Daya Serap Paving Block
Authors: Ningrum Anbar Puspita , Arnindisari Cintya Orty , Hartono Hartono , Nurdiana Asri
Published: December 2024

Egg production, which increases yearly, produces large amounts of eggshell waste. Meanwhile, the coconut shell waste is also underutilized and piling up. Eggshell contains calcium carbonate (CaCO3), which is used as a cement composition material. Coconut shell ash contains silica, also used as a composition material for cement. The use of waste eggshell powder and coconut shell ash as a partial substitute for cement in the manufacturing of paving blocks is a solution to reduce waste and greenhouse gas (CO2) emissions during the cement production process. This study aimed to determine the percentage composition of eggshell powder and coconut shell ash that was suitable for producing paving blocks with optimal characteristics and to assess the effect of adding coconut shell ash with variations (0% ATK : 0% SCT); (6% ATK: 2,5% SCT); (3% ATK: 5% SCT); (6% ATK: 5% SCT); (3% ATK: 2,5% SCT) amount of cement, regarding the water absorption and compressive strength testing of paving blocks. The sample was 30 test objects. The experimental method used was a brick-shaped paving block with dimensions of up to 21 cm x 10,5 cm x 6 cm, referring to SNI 03-0691-1996, and testing was carried out after 21 days of age. The research results on the compressive strength of paving blocks with Quality B, the average compressive strength value is 20 MPa.
A comprehensive report on GC-MS profiling, FTIR analysis and HPLC quantification of pharmaceutically vital metabolite thymoquinone from Nigella seeds
Authors: Ravi Y , Vethamoni P I , Saxena S N , Ashoka N , Kavan Kumar V , Yallappa D , Pavan P R , Jeevitha R , Dhamotharan P  , John S , Bagra S K
Published: December 2024

The present investigation aimed to gain insights into the structure of bioactive metabolic compounds in Nigella sativa L. seed oil. Initially, spectroscopic methods viz., GC-MS and FTIR were employed to determine functional groups, substituents, and conjugated double bonds in Nigella oil. GC-MS analysis identified 11 different amalgams, with p -cymene, ?-terpinene and ?-thujene being the major components. The FTIR spectrum revealed the presence of strong, sharp, and weak peaks, along with critical functional groups corresponding to C-H, O-H, C-C, C?N, and N-O, indicating the presence of pharmaceutically active constituents of the seed oil in the wavelength range of 400 – 4000 cm-1. HPLC analysis indicated that the percent composition of thymoquinone in the seed extract was reported as 0.90% at a wavelength of 254 nm. In the examined samples, thymoquinone and standard thymoquinone both showed a peak Rf value of 3.656. The study's findings revealed that thymoquinone is a potential phytochemical present in the oil. Furthermore, the identified biomolecules hold promise for use in pharmaceutical applications to enhance health standards.
Comprehensive phytochemical exploration of red, sweet and sour tamarind genotypes through GC-MS analysis
Authors: Amaravel M , Thankappan S , Binodh A K , Bagath S C , Akshayasri M , Radha K G , Nagarajan B , Mayavel A
Published: December 2024

Tamarind fruit pulp is a significant spice and flavouring agent used in various cuisines worldwide. Tamarind pulp has potential therapeutic value due to the presence of numerous bioactive components and widely utilized in preparation of different Ayurvedic medicines for treating the different illness. The present investigation aimed to evaluate the phytochemical constituents in the fruit pulp of different phenotypic variants of red, sweet and sour Tamarind clones. The Tamarind fruits were collected from the Tamarind germplasm bank at the ICFRE-Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding and subjected to phytochemical and GC-MS analysis. The Tamarind clones IFGTBTI-4, IFGTBRT-4 and IFGTBST-5 were subjected to GC-MS analysis. The methanol extract of fruit pulp was analysed by GCMS for identify the bioactive component present in the different phenotypic variants of Tamarind. The GCMS analysis revealed 22 components in sour Tamarind, 18 components in red Tamarind and 22 components in sweet Tamarind. The most important bioactive compounds present in all the Tamarind types are myo-inositol, 4-Cmethyl-, L-(+)-ascorbic acid 2,6-dihexadecanoate, and 2-furancarboxaldehyde, 5-(hydroxymethyl) and also the components such as ?-calacorene, gammasitosterol and levoglucosenon. Therapeutic potential, including antiinflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral and anticancer properties. The findings contribute to the pharmacological validation of Tamarind extracts and to supporting their utility in pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food industries. This study highlights Tamarind's role as a source of natural bioactive compounds with significant health benefits, emphasizing its potential in the development of new therapeutic agents and supplements based on sustainable, bio-based chemicals.
Unveiling the pharmacological potential of guava (Psidium guajava L.): A review
Authors: Rajesh M , Ramesh S K
Published: December 2024

Guava, a tropical fruit renowned for its rich nutritional profile, has garnered increasing attention in the field of pharmacology due to its diverse bioactive compounds. This resilient plant flourishes in tropical and subtropical climates, making it well-suited to warm environments. Guavas are climacteric fruits, which means they continue to ripen after being harvested. They are renowned for their nutritional profile, rich in potassium, lycopene, manganese, iron, calcium, fiber and essential vitamins and minerals. The guava plant's fruit and leaves possess a range of edible and medicinal properties. Guava extracts are recognized for their health benefits, which include anticancer, antiobesity, antibacterial, antidiabetic and antihypertensive effects. The presence of phytochemicals in guava leaves, such as caffeic acid, flavonoids and hyperin, enhances their therapeutic potential, particularly in treating respiratory ailments like coughs and colds. Guava’s impressive health-promoting qualities have made it a valuable addition to traditional medicine practices. Its fruits are not only delicious but also serve as a natural remedy for various conditions, highlighting the plant's versatility. By incorporating guava into the diet, individuals can benefit from its wide-ranging health advantages, making it a worthwhile fruit to include in daily nutrition. Overall, guava stands out as a powerhouse of nutrients and therapeutic properties, contributing significantly to health and wellness.
Neofenomenologia albo nowa fenomenologia francuska
Authors: Wilkołek Rafał
Published: December 2024

Artykuł przedstawia rozwój ruchu filozoficznego znanego pod nazwą „zwrot teologiczny w fenomenologii francuskiej”. W pierwszej części zostały opisane początki tej grupy myślicieli związane z „założycielskimi” oskarżeniami Dominique’a Janicauda względem prac fenomenologicznych m.in. Michela Henry’ego, Jeana-Luca Mariona i Jeana-Louisa Chrétiena. W drugiej części zajmuję się zarówno systematyzującymi świadomość odpowiedziami ze strony autorów tzw. zwrotu, jak i bieżącymi komentarzami Janicauda oraz francuskiego środowiska teologicznego. Trzecia część artykułu zawiera reakcje historyków filozofii spoza Francji, którzy poszerzyli spektrum poglądów „nowej fenomenologii” o jej formy zradykalizowane. W zakończeniu zostały ukazane możliwe ścieżki zastosowania niniejszej systematyzacji na polu tworzonej równolegle działalności fenomenologicznej innych autorów, którzy nie byli jak dotąd rozpoznani jako tworzący opisywany ruch myślowy.
The sensory perception as “experiencing-as” in John Hick’s philosophy of religion – selected issues
Authors: Strzyżyński Przemysław
Published: December 2024

In the article I present the role of the concept of sensory cognition in John Hick’s philosophy of religion. I present Hick’s argument for the similarity of religious beliefs to scientifi c knowledge. Hick does this by introducing an element of interpretation in each of the four areas of knowledge: sensual, aesthetic, moral and religious. Then I present how, based on sensory knowledge, Hick tries to demonstrate the rationality of religious beliefs. We are talking here about rational religious belief without proofs. Finally, I show how, based on the concept of sensory cognition, Hick proposes the so-called the hypothesis of religious pluralism.
Wie kann schulischer Nachbarsprachenunterricht zum mehrsprachigen Lebens- und Erfahrungsraum werden? Umsetzungsbeispiele für den Polnischunterricht
Authors: Lisek Grzegorz , Putzier Agnieszka
Published: December 2024

Grenzregionen sind besondere geografische Räume, die in hohem Maße von Mehrsprachigkeit geprägt sind. Aus diesem Grund verfolgen zunehmend EU-finanzierte Projekte das Ziel, die Mehrsprachigkeit in diesen Gebieten zu unterstützen. Dieser Beitrag beleuchtet die Potenziale zur aktiven Förderung der Mehrsprachigkeit anhand der Erfahrungen aus drei INTERREG-Projekten (INT2 und INT131), die sich auf das deutsch-polnische Grenzgebiet konzentrieren. Einerseits bleiben die in den Projekten behandelten Themen zur Notfallkommunikation von zentraler Bedeutung, andererseits bieten die im Rahmen der Projekte entwickelten Materialien zum Erlernen der Nachbarsprache – von der frühkindlichen Bildung bis zum Schulabschluss – bewährte und hoch bewertete Ansätze, die weiter gefördert und verbreitet werden können. Ziel dieser Analyse ist es, die Perspektiven des Sprachunterrichts aus bildungspolitischer und didaktischer Sicht darzustellen und miteinander zu verknüpfen. Die hier vorgelegten Überlegungen basieren auf der Anwendung der in den Projekten entwickelten Materialien und bieten zugleich einen Ansatzpunkt für die Übertragung auf andere Fachbereiche. Da der Unterricht mit Sprechern einer Nachbarsprache ganzheitlich, erfahrungsorientiert, interdisziplinär und individuell angepasst sein muss, ist eine vertiefte Betrachtung der verwendeten Materialien und Methoden von besonderer Relevanz. Abschließend ist hervorzuheben, dass die Schaffung mehrsprachiger Erfahrungs- und Handlungsräume im (polnischen) Schulunterricht einen wesentlichen Schritt darstellt, um allen Lernenden, unabhängig von ihrer sozialen oder kulturellen Herkunft, einen gerechten Zugang zu hochwertiger Bildung zu ermöglichen.
The Das Russlandbild polnischer Studierender der Russischen Philologie vor und nach dem Angriffskrieg auf die Ukraine
Authors: Teshajev Sunderland Eva
Published: December 2024

Seit Jahrhunderten sind die polnisch-russischen Beziehungen äußerst kompliziert und teils angespannt. Die junge, nach 1989 geborene, Generation der PolInnen schien jedoch historisch weniger belastet und voreingenommen als ihre Eltern und es ließ sich sogar ein gewisses Interesse an der russischen Sprache und Kultur beobachten, unter anderem anhand einer leicht steigenden Zahl Russischstudierender an polnischen Universitäten. Mit dem russischen Angriff auf die Ukraine sind die polnisch-russischen Beziehungen jedoch erneut auf einem Tiefpunkt angelangt. Ziel des vorliegenden Beitrags ist es, zu untersuchen, ob und inwieweit der Ukraine-Krieg die Einstellung und das Russlandbild junger PolInnen beeinflusste, die sich vor dem Krieg für ein Russischstudium entschieden hatten. Dazu wurden im Mai 2023 Studierende an der Adam-Mickiewicz-Universität Poznań und die Antworten mit einer ähnlichen Umfrage aus dem Jahr 2017 verglichen. Die Auswertung deutet darauf hin, dass die Probanden, die vor dem Krieg an der Befragung teilnahmen
Kwestionariusz jakości życia kobiet po porodzie
Authors: Martula Natalia
Published: December 2024

W  pracy  przedstawiono etapy konstrukcji Kwestionariusza jakości życia kobiet po porodzie, który stworzony został na potrzebę badań własnych. Celem badań było zbadanie poczucia jakości życia kobiet po porodzie oraz ustalenie czynników determinujących jego poziom. Próbę badawczą stanowiło 205 kobiet. W badaniu m.in. skorelowano  wyniki  Kwestionariusza  jakości życia kobiet po porodzie z wynikami Skali satysfakcji z życia (SWLS). Ustalono, że ocena satysfakcji z aktualnej sytuacji życiowej istotnie koreluje z  funkcjonowaniem kobiet w obszarach emocjonalnym (r=0,36), poznawczym (r=0,52), fizycznym (r=0,33), społecznym (r=0,56) i z odczuciami związanymi z opieką nad dzieckiem (r=0,28). Inne zastosowane narzędzia to Kwestionariusz Nadziei na Sukces (KNS) i Kwestionariusz temperamentu EAS-D wersja dla dorosłych. W celu analizy zgodności wewnętrznej testu użyto współczynnika alfa Cronbacha (α). Współczynnik α w badaniu właściwym osiągnął zadawalającą wartość, kolejno dla podskal opieka nad dzieckiem, funkcjonowanie emocjonalne, poznawcze, fizyczne i społeczne, wyniósł 0,74; 0,83; 0,72; 0,57; 0,74.
Regulation of Pleurotus geesteranus protein particle characteristics on the microstructure and rheology of their W1/O/W2 double emulsions
Authors: Pei Tinghui , Jin Manhong , Zheng Qianwang , Ye Zhiwei , Guo Liqiong , Lin Junfang , Zou Yuan
Published: December 2024

In the present work, the properties of Pleurotus geesteranus protein isolate particle (PPIP) were adjusted by changing the pH and salt concentration. The PPIP with different characteristics were used to prepare W1/O/W2 double emulsions, aiming to control its microstructure and rheological properties. Adjusting the pH from 5.0 to 3.0 and 7.0 resulted in PPIP exhibiting a decrease in average particle size, oil-water contact angle (θ
o/w) and interfacial tension, and an increase in net charge. Such PPIP were successfully used to fabricate W1/O/W2 double emulsions with a gel-like network. At pH 5.0, double emulsions showed the highest inner aqueous phase content and gel strength. With an increase in salt concentration (0–500 mM), the particle size of PPIP gradually increased, while their zeta potential continuously decreased, and W1/O/W2 double emulsions were prepared. However, the inner aqueous phase content, apparent viscosity, storage/loss modulus gradually decreased with an increase in salt concentration.
Genomic profiling of interferon signaling pathway gene mutations in type 2 diabetic individuals with COVID-19
Authors: Tuluk Tuncay , Kankılıç Teoman , Civelek İlkay , Akın Dilara Fatma , Bankır Mehmet
Published: December 2024

Objectives

Comorbidities, especially diabetes, significantly contribute to the mortality and morbidity of COVID-19. Studies indicate higher rates of mortality and morbidity among diabetic COVID-19 patients compared to the general population. However, the precise mechanisms underlying this immune response remain incompletely understood. Our study aimed to explore potential disparities in COVID-19 prognosis among type 2 diabetic patients and investigate the genomic-level relationship between key proteins of the interferon signaling pathway: IFNAR1, IFNAR2, IRF3, and IRF7.

Methods

Mutation/polymorphism analysis was conducted to identify potential mutations and polymorphisms in the study group. Predictive assessments of mutation pathogenicity were performed using the PolyPhen-2 bioinformatics tool, while STRING network analysis enhanced our understanding of functional protein relationships in cellular processes.

Results

We detected 10 mutations (3 missense, 2 intronic, 2 indel, 1 nonsense, 1 regulatory, and 1 frameshift mutation), all documented in the Human Gene Mutation Database. PolyPhen2 analysis flagged three missense and 1 nonsense mutations as potential pathogens. The study found no consistent trend in mutation rates across all genes. However, mutation rates in the IFNAR2 and IRF7 genes decreased as disease severity lessened in both patient and control groups. Diabetic and Covid-19 patients exhibited higher mutation rates in the IFNAR2, IRF3, and IRF7 genes compared to non-diabetic controls, suggesting that Type 2 diabetic patients might be more susceptible to genetic mutations when infected with COVID-19.

Conclusions

Understanding these genetic profiles could improve disease severity assessments, enhance preventive measures, and aid in developing effective treatment strategies for coronaviral syndromes and severe acute respiratory infections.
NYDERLANDŲ VALSTYBĖS VALDYMO SPECIFIKA ŠIUOLAIKINĖS POLITINĖS SITUACIJOS KONTEKSTE
Authors: Guogis Arvydas , Rakšnys Adomas Vincas
Published: December 2024

In this interdisciplinary article, the authors analyse the historical development of the Dutch state, the specificities of its governance, and its key features in the context of the 21st century. The theoretical analysis identifies the most important political, social, economic and cultural features, and their historical evolution. The situation of the current political-public governance is assessed. The paper analyses various scientific sources, statistical information and different historical phases in governance, which help to reveal not only the key strengths of the Dutch state, but also the challenges inherent to the Netherlands. The article expresses the opinion that an analysis of the good practice of the case of the Netherlands could be significant for the improvement of democratic and public governance processes in Lithuania.
LIETUVOJE DIRBANČIŲ KINEZITERAPEUTŲ ŽINIOS, ĮGŪDŽIAI, VALDYMAS, POŽIŪRIS Į ELEKTROS STIMULIACIJOS TAIKYMĄ KLINIKINĖJE PRAKTIKOJE
Authors: Aleknavičiūtė-Ablonskė Vaida , Cetisli-Korkmaz Nilufer , Duray Mehmed , Rusu Ligia , Ilie Eva , Zeliha Yürük Özlem , Doğru-Hüzmeli Esra , Nur Alçin Fatma , Söylemez Betül , Reisberg Kirke , Cetişli Fatih , Işitan Arzum , Bilek Furkan , Gedrimas Dovydas , Karaaslan Yasemin , Budeanca-Babolea Oana Bianca
Published: December 2024

This article presents the results of a study on the levels of knowledge, skill, management and attitudes of physiotherapists working in Lithuania, regarding the application of electrical stimulation (ES) in clinical practice. The study was conducted as part of the Erasmus+ European Union-funded vocational training project ‘The Importance of Clinical Electrical Stimulation in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation’ (CK4Stim). A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out with 31 physiotherapists, who completed a questionnaire developed by the project partners to assess their levels of knowledge, skill, management and attitude towards ES. The surveys were conducted using the Google Forms platform. Statistical data analysis of the study was performed using the SPSS 21.0 program. Although the results varied depending on the question, most participants indicated that their level of knowledge regarding the application of ES for various conditions was average. Less than 50% of the participants rated their skill and management level of ES as average. The types of current chosen by participants for the treatment of different conditions varied greatly, and in many cases, the selected sequences of ES currents were inappropriate. In conclusion: the participants generally considered their knowledge and attitude levels to be average, but their skill and management levels were below average. We found that the level of knowledge, skill, management and attitude of physiotherapists working in Lithuania is below average, so it is necessary to change these aspects in the clinical, evidence-based practice of physiotherapists.
AN IN VITRO ASSESSMENT OF THE BIOACTIVE, CYTOTOXIC, AND ANTIDIABETIC POTENTIAL OF DIFFERENT PARTS OF TUMBLEWEED (GUNDELIA TOURNEFORTII L.)
Authors: Kutlu Gözde , Erol Kubra Feyza
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to investigate the physicochemical properties, bioactive compounds, cytotoxicity, and antidiabetic potential of the tumbleweed plant’s roots (TR), stems & leaves (TSL), and flowers (TF). Results indicated TF as the richest part in bioactive compounds and antioxidant capacity, with the highest crude protein (13.91%), crude oil (15.50%), total phenolic content (214.64 mg GAE/g), total monomeric anthocyanin content (1132.96 mg/g), ABTS (25.48 mg TE/g), CUPRAC (203.92 mg TE/g), and FRAP (32.63 µmol Fe²⁺E/g) activities. Mineral contents varied, with Mg, K, and Ca present in significant amounts across all parts. TF also showed the highest α-glucosidase (61.99%) and α-amylase (54.92%) inhibition, suggesting strong antidiabetic potential. Cytotoxicity was weak across samples, with IC50 values ranging from 1049.76 to 1641.08 μg/ mL against HEK-293 and Caco-2 cells. These findings highlight TF as the most bioactive and nutritionally rich part of the tumbleweed plant.
ÇÖREK OTU YAĞI İLE ZENGİNLEŞTİRİLMİŞ JELATİN BAZLI AMBALAJ FİLMİ ÜRETİMİ VE TAVUK ETİ MUHAFAZASINDA KULLANIMI
Authors: Erge Aydın
Published: December 2024

Son yıllarda dünyada çevresel endişeler nedeniyle petrol türevi ambalaj materyalleri yerine doğal ve yenilenebilir polimer alternatifler üzerine birçok araştırma yapılmaktadır. Bu çalışmada doğal bir polimer olan sığır jelatinine farklı oranlarda (%0-3) çörek otu yağı eklenerek aktif, yenilebilir ve biyobozunur bir ambalaj materyali üretimi amaçlanmıştır. Jelatinin yapısını güçlendirmek amacıyla kafeik asit ve rutin kullanılarak çapraz bağ işlemi uygulanmıştır. Karakterizasyon analizleri yapıldıktan sonra filmler, tavuk göğüs eti muhafazasında kullanılmış, ağırlık kaybı ve lipid oksidasyon özelikleri bakımından test edilmiştir. Sonuçta çörek otu yağı kullanımının film parlaklığını azalttığı, opaklığı ise yükselttiği belirlenmiştir. En düşük suda çözünürlük (%30.75) ve en yüksek gerilme direnci (7.57 MPa) değerlerinin %1 çörek otu yağı içeren örnekte olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Tavuk eti muhafazasında çörek otu yağı kullanımının ağırlık kaybını azalttığı, diğer taraftan lipit oksidasyonunu ise geciktirdiği görülmüştür. Sonuç olarak bu çalışma jelatin ve çörek otu yağı kombinasyonundan doğa dostu ve aktif bir ambalaj filmi üretim potansiyeli olduğunu göstermiştir.
Self-Confidence Against Competitive Anxiety of Diving Athletes in the Training Phase
Authors: Wildhan Rahmadian Sofyan  , Komarudin  , Mochamad Yamin Saputra  , Geraldi Novian
Published: December 2024

Psychologically, there are several factors that can reduce competitive anxiety in diving athletes, one of which is self-confidence. Unfortunately, there is still little discussion about self-confidence in diving athletes when experiencing competitive anxiety. This study aims to examine the significant relationship between self-confidence and competitive anxiety in diving athletes during the training phase. The method used in this research is descriptive with a quantitative approach using correlational. The instruments used were the State Sport-Confidence Inventory (SSCI) questionnaire and the Sport Competitive Anxiety Test (SCAT) questionnaire. The research sample consisted of 10 diving athletes from Bandung City. Data was collected via Google form in the form of a questionnaire and data analysis techniques using SPSS version 26.0. The results of data analysis show that there is a significant relationship between self-confidence and competitive anxiety in diving athletes. This research concludes that self-confidence is closely related to competitive anxiety in the training phase so that there is a relationship between self-confidence and competitive anxiety of diving athletes in the training phase.
The Outdoor Sports Facilities at the Education Park of Faculty of Teacher and Education Sriwijawa University
Authors: Hartati  , Iyakrus  , Meirizal Usra
Published: December 2024

The importance of physical fitness cannot be overstated as it is essential for daily activities and overall well-being. Sports science contributes significantly to this field by advancing training methods, managing competition effectively, and utilizing advanced instruments to measure athletic ability. These developments in sports science play an important role in optimizing performance and achieving fitness goals. This research aims to provide facilities and infrastructure as well as sports facilities that function as important infrastructure in supporting the success of sports education and facilitating student achievement and as an effective tool for assessing the physical fitness of Physical Education students and the wider university community. This research uses a quantitative descriptive approach with a focus on Physical Education students in 2022 as respondents. Research results: This facility is specifically designed to carry out various physical fitness tests for students, lecturers and staff, providing a structured environment to assess and improve fitness levels at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sriwijawa University to lead a healthier life. In conclusion, the integration of physical education, sports science, and dedicated sports facilities underscores a comprehensive approach to fostering physical fitness, skill development, and overall well-being among students and university members at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sriwijawa University.
The Effect of Plyometric Jump to Box Training on Increasing Limb Muscle Power in Badminton Athletes
Authors: Cahya Ardian Rizki , Mulyana Boyke , Tafaqur Muhamad , Mulyana Mulyana
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine whether plyometric jump-to-box training can increase leg muscle power in badminton athletes. In this study using an experimental method with a one group pre-test post-test research design. Sampe in this study were UPI Badminton UKM consisting of 12 athletes. The instrument used in this study was vertical jump. Researchers gave treatment in the form of jump to box training for 12 meetings to athletes. Data analysis was carried out using the t-test. The results of data analysis show a significance value of 0.000 <0.05 then Ho is rejected. So it can be concluded that there is a significant effect of Jump to Box Plyometric Exercise on Increasing Limb Muscle Power in Badminton Athletes.
The Effects of L-Arginine Supplementation on Oxygen Saturation and Blood Lactic Acid on the Physical Fitness Level of Muaythai Athletes in West Kalimantan
Authors: Bawana Mukti Ibrah Fastabiqi , Jayadi  , Heri Purnama Pribadi  , Dhoni Akbar Ghozali  , Agam Akhmad Syaukani  , Muh. Isna Nurdin Wibisana  , Herdianty Kusuma Handari
Published: December 2024

This study aims to determine the extent of the effect of L-Arginine amino acid supplementation on oxygen saturation and lactic acid levels at the fitness level (VO2Max) of West Kalimantan muaythai athletes. High lactic acid levels can be an indicator of fatigue in athletes after undergoing a physical fitness test. This type of quantitative descriptive research used a randomized group pretest-posttest group design sampling method. The subjects in the study used were male athletes on the West Kalimantan Muaythai team who will be prepared for the 2024 International Student Muaythai Championship. In this study, the subjects were divided into two groups, the first group was given a placebo and the second group was given the amino acid L-arginine. Each group was given the same treatment, namely a physical fitness test to determine the VO2Max level using a bleep test. Before and after carrying out the physical fitness test, the subjects were checked for oxygen saturation, and blood lactic acid samples were taken. The results showed that L-Arginine supplementation had a positive effect in helping to maintain optimal oxygen saturation in the body and reducing the accumulation of blood lactic acid levels that can cause fatigue in Muay Thai athletes. This shows the significant role of L-arginine supplementation in helping to enhance physical endurance performance and speed up recovery during and after physical activity.
The Influence of Sponsorship on Marketing Development Fun Run in Central Java
Authors: Agus Pujianto  , Edi Purwanto  , Amin Pujiati  , Sucihatiningsih Dian Wisika Prajanti
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the influence of sponsorship on the marketing and development of fun run sports in Central Java. Fun run as a type of recreational sport is increasingly in demand by various groups of people. The involvement of sponsors in this activity plays an important role in increasing the attraction, participation, and success of the event. Sponsorship makes a significant contribution through financial support, provision of facilities, and promotion. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey of participants and organizers and sponsors involved in fun run events specifically in the Central Java region. The results of the analysis show that sponsorship has a positive impact on increasing brand awareness, increasing the number of participants participating in the Fun Run, and can ensure the sustainability of the event effectively. Thus, the sustainability of the relationship between organizers and sponsors is a key factor in supporting the marketing and development of fun runs in Central Java.