bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Storytelling As a Counter-narrative Technique Against Colonial Project in David Milroy’s Windmill Baby
Authors: Resea. Aya Khairallah Abud  , Asst. Prof. Thamir R. S. Az-Zubaidy, (Ph.D.)
Published: September 2024

This paper examines the narrative strategies utilized in David Milroy’s Windmill Baby (2015), with a specific focus on the non-linear narrative style employed by the female protagonist. The objective is to investigate the process of colonial disintegration from two perspectives. Firstly, it explores the use of storytelling as a method to unveil the veracity of the phenomenon of colonization. In addition, it conveys the significance and influence of Aboriginal women as disseminators of Aboriginal narrative, history, and culture. Rather than depending on the viewpoint of white settlers or colonizers, the Aboriginal woman adopts the role of a storyteller, while performing the roles of all characters and effectively communicating the story of her people. In contrast to the imperial norm, where history is mostly presented through the colonizer’s perspective, the play is presented through a feminist lens, where an Aboriginal woman recounts the narratives of the characters. The play also opens up spaces where a collaboration can be achieved between white and Aboriginal women, which is another counter-narrative to the colonial project, which inhibits such a relation. As such, by employing the narrative technique, Milroy effectively presents a counter-narrative that opposes the colonial narrative and conveys the traumatic consequences of colonization
مدى توافر جودة التفكير التزامني في ضوء التعلم التطوري لمعلمي المرحلة الابتدائية من وجهة نظر القيادات الإدارية التربوية
Authors: م. د. حسن عبد العزيز محمد القاسم
Published: September 2024

يهدف البحث الحالي  إلى تعرف (مدى توافر جودة التفكير التزامني في ضوء التعلم التطوري لمعلمي العلوم في المرحلة الابتدائية من وجهة نظر القيادات الإدارية التربوية.واعتمد الباحث على المنهج الوصفي التحليلي ولتطبيق الدِراسة طور الباحث مقياس للتفكير التزامني في ظل التعلم التطوري واشتمل على (58) فقرة موزع في ثلاثة مجالات وهي (سعة تخزين المعلومات, سرعة معالجة المعلومات, تطوير معلومات التعلم), وتكونت عينة الدراسة من مشرفي ومديري مدارس المرحلة الابتدائية وبواقع(75) مديراُ ومشرفاً، منهم(55) مديراً، و(20) مشرفا، التابعين للمدارس الحكومية في مديرية التربية في محافظة ذي قار/ قسم تربية قلعة سكر, وأظهرت نتائج الدِراسة أنّ درجة توافر جودة التفكير التزامني لمعلمي العلوم جاءت بدرجة توافر كبيرة وبمتوسط حسابي موزون(3.41) إذ جاء بالمرتبة الاولى مجال سعة تخزين المعلومات بمتوسط حسابي موزون (3.72) وبدرجة توافر كبيرة, وبالمرتبة الثانية مجال تطوير معلومات التعلم بمتوسط حسابي (3.44),وبدرجة توافر كبيرة وبالمرتبة الثالثة مجال سرعة معالجة المعلومات بمتوسط حسابي موزون(3.08) وبدرجة توافر متوسطة, وفي ضوء النتائج التي توصلت إليها الدراسة  قدم الباحث بعض المقترحات والتوصيات.
John the Baptist and Christ: The Greatest Prophet Paradox
Authors: Pommerenck Jordan K
Published: September 2024

The narrative involving the two disciples of John the Baptist and Christ, as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 11:1-19), has presented considerable interpretive difficulty to New Testament exegetes. Jesus makes the paradoxical statements that not only is John a prophet, but also, "among those born of women there has risen no one greater", yet the one who is "least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he". Jesus' remarks that the "kingdom of heaven has suffered violence" since the days of John and "men of violence take it by force" have similarly puzzled exegetes. This work proposes the novel interpretation that the prophet paradox can best be interpreted in the context of Matthean servitude. Jesus employs Semitic hyperbolic rhetoric to suggest that those who humble themselves as children (Matthew 18:4) and servants (Matthew 23:11) are, in reality, the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. The servant interpretation posits that those who reject the redemption plan of God in favor of the temporal do violence to the kingdom of heaven. Thus, the servant interpretation suggests that John the Baptist, James, John, and Peter were all guilty of seeking the seats of honor within (Matthew 23:6) and doing violence to the kingdom of heaven. Jesus counters that His own greatness is the result of His meek submission (Matthew 11:28-30) to the redemption plan of the Father (Matthew 3:17) and, contrary to presuppositions of John, not the result of the scale or scope of His own earthly ministry.
Children’s play differs from both exploring and exploiting
Authors: Rule Joshua , Chu Junyi , Goddu Mariel Kathryn , Pinter Verity , Reagan Emily Rose , Bonawitz Elizabeth , gopnik alison , Ullman Tomer David
Published: September 2024

Although play is common in many cultures and species, existing theories of play ultimately account for only small subsets of all play behaviors. Here, we contrast play with two well-understood forms of behavior—exploration and exploitation—and investigate the hypothesis that at least some forms of play have objectives that are distinct from both information gain and reward. In both a foraging task reminiscent of classical decision-making studies and a more naturalistic setting (interacting with a commonly available playset), we analyzed US children’s behavior when given a prompt guiding them to explore, exploit, play, or do whatever they wanted to do. We found in both experiments that children’s behavior differed significantly and systematically across conditions. These results suggest that play does not merely involve seeking information or reward but is a distinct mode of behavior with other motivations. In particular, when they were instructed to play, children preferentially generated new goals and attempted to accomplish them.
The Influence of Compensation and Transformational Leadership on Employee Performance Mediated by Work Motivation in Employees of PT PLN (Persero) West Java Distribution Main Unit
Authors: Fachrijal  , Wasaraka Farah , Gunawan Andreas W.
Published: September 2024

This research is motivated by the low performance of employees at PT. PLN (Persero) West Java Distribution Main Unit which has an impact on the company's overall performance. The purpose of this study is to determine how much influence compensation and transformational leadership have on employee performance mediated by work motivation. The population in this study were employees working at PT. PLN (Persero) West Java Distribution Main Unit totaling 172 people and with a sample size of 120 respondents. The sampling technique used in this study was probability sampling with a simple random sampling type. This study uses a quantitative approach that aims to test hypotheses with statistical methods as a way to process and analyze data. When viewed from its type, this research is included in associative research. Data processing and analysis used in this study were in the form of path analysis whose calculations were assisted by the SPSS program. The results of the study showed that compensation, transformational leadership, and work motivation partially had a positive and significant effect on employee performance. It is known that Compensation and Transformational Leadership together have a positive and significant effect on Work Motivation. Compensation, Transformational Leadership, and Work Motivation together have a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance. Meanwhile, it is also shown that work motivation can mediate the effect of compensation or transformational leadership on employee performance.
State-Level Pro- and Anti-Transgender and Gender-Diverse (TGD) Legislation and Mental Health Among TGD Young Adults in the United States
Authors: Pellicane Michael James , Weixel Tara , Ciesla Jeffrey
Published: September 2024

The United States has seen sharp increases in efforts to enact anti-TGD legislation at the state level, including limits on access to gender-affirming care, restrictions on access to public facilities, and constraints on public gender expression and presentation. Although existing research demonstrates that structural stigma generally leads to poorer mental health outcomes for TGD individuals and that protective laws (e.g., anti-bullying and non-discrimination laws) reduce such poor outcomes, the impact of newer anti-TGD state legislation on TGD mental health is unknown. Thus, the current study explores the relationship between state-level pro- and anti-TGD legislation and mental health outcomes of TGD Americans. Data are derived from the Healthy Minds Study from Spring 2022 to Spring 2023, yielding 8,149 TGD participants from 38 U.S. states. Multilevel modeling was used to examine relationships between state-level legislation passed in 2023 and individual-level mental health variables. State-level anti-TGD legislation was significantly associated with greater anxiety and suicidal ideation, whereas pro-TGD legislation was associated with reduced suicidal ideation. Education-related anti-TGD laws predicted higher anxiety and bathroom-related laws predicted more suicide attempts, while anti-bullying laws were associated with fewer suicide attempts and hate crime laws were associated with reduced anxiety. These results demonstrate the harm of anti-TGD state laws and the protective effect of pro-TGD laws on TGD mental health. Findings also highlight the importance of advocacy and civic engagement among clinicians working with TGD populations in order to effect structural changes that will improve TGD mental health.
Does teachers’ spirituality make a difference? The explanatory value of spirituality and religiosity for teachers’ professional beliefs on teaching and learning
Authors: Penthin Marcus , Christ Alexander , Kröner Stephan , Pirner Manfred L. , Scheunpflug Annette
Published: September 2024

While it is often theoretically presumed, that religious and spiritual beliefs are important determinants for teachers’ professional thinking and acting, there is only scarce empirical evidence of this. Using structural equation modeling explain professional beliefs about teaching and learning among N = 1,441 German schoolteachers, our study yielded virtually no explanatory value for religiosity, but certainly one for non-transcendet spiritual beliefs as predictors. Our research results differ from findings in some studies from the U.S. that showed substantial correlations between teachers’ religious and professional beliefs. Some possible reasons are reflected in the discussion section.
Ransomware Detection on Linux Operating System Using Recurrent Neural Networks with Binary Opcode Analysis
Authors: Blue Eton , Campbell Gregory , Stokes Andrew , Thompson Lawrence , Clarke James
Published: September 2024

Ransomware has become a persistent and growing threat to may organizations, particularly as Linux operating systems gain prominence in enterprise and cloud environments. In this study, a novel approach is presented, leveraging Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) to analyze binary opcode sequences, enabling more effective detection of ransomware that evades traditional signature-based methods. By capturing the temporal dependencies within opcode sequences, the RNN model demonstrates the ability to generalize across diverse ransomware variants and accurately differentiate between malicious and benign software. Through comprehensive experimentation, the model achieved high accuracy, precision, and recall, validating its efficacy in real-time and large-scale environments. The use of opcode sequences offers computational efficiency, allowing the model to be both scalable and adaptable to new ransomware strains. The results underline the practical implications of RNN-based opcode analysis in enhancing malware detection systems, particularly for detecting advanced ransomware techniques that increasingly threaten Linux platforms.
Eye-Gaze Augmentation in Eye-Tracking Data
Authors: Heller Georg
Published: September 2024

Over the past decade, deep learning has achieved unprecedented successes across various application domains, driven by large-scale datasets. However, specific fields, such as healthcare, inherently face challenges like data scarcity and imbalance. Additionally, datasets may be largely inaccessible due to privacy concerns or lack of data-sharing incentives. These challenges highlight the importance of generative modeling and data augmentation in these domains.In this context, this study explores a machine learning-based approach for generating synthetic eye-tracking data. Eye tracking technology measures eye movements, positions, and points of gaze, providing insights into visual attention and behavior. We investigate a novel application of variational autoencoders (VAEs) for this purpose. Specifically, a VAE model is trained to generate image-based representations of eye-tracking outputs, known as scanpaths. Our results validate that the VAE model can generate plausible outputs from a limited dataset. Finally, it is empirically demonstrated that this approach can be used as a mechanism for data augmentation to improve performance in classification tasks.
Sunken micro continents of the North Atlantic: Is the sub-basaltic Faroe Islands basement similar to the basement of the Rockall Plateau?
Authors: Hansen Jogvan
Published: September 2024

Seafloor extension/stretching and associated rifting in the North Atlantic Area, which started in Early Paleogene times (From ~62 Ma), were rather complex affairs in their entireties. The pre-rift North Atlantic area was a patchwork of continental geological terrains being ‘wreckages’ from the closure of the ancient Iapetus Ocean. Current offshore areas in the North Atlantic known to harbour such ancient ‘sunken’ continental crust include the ‘Faroe Islands - Rockall Plateau micro-continent’, the ‘Jan Mayen micro-continent’, continental terranes beneath the Vøring- and Møre highs offshore West Norway and possibly also continental terranes below parts of Icelandic basalts. Published isotopic evidences for offshore continental materials (basement) of the North Atlantic are sparse, but some isotopic data exist for the Rockall Plateau, or more precisely the Rockall Bank. In this work contaminated basaltic rocks of the Faroe Islands, together with comparable materials from the NW margin of the Hatton bank are compared and contrasted with isotopic data for basement rocks of the Rockall Bank. The results for basaltic materials from at least one of the Faroese sills strongly suggest contamination with continental materials with isotopic lead compositions comparable to those reported for the Rockall Bank.
Ecological Ramifications of Phosphate Extraction and Use
Authors: Bekari Ahmed
Published: September 2024

Phosphorus (P) is a finite resource located within certain geologic reserves around the world. Morocco and the Western Sahara together account for roughly 75% of reserves, raising questions of how to more sustainably use this precious resource. Phosphorus is mined from rock and eventually converted into usable fertilizer, which is applied to croplands. This study aims, by adopting a global lens to explore the environmental consequences stemming from phosphate extraction and transportation, emphasizing the systemic impacts of these processes.
Age-related differences in associative inference are larger than differences in direct associative memory
Authors: Charles Cara , Bowman Caitlin
Published: September 2024

Inferential reasoning is an important cognitive ability that allows us to make connections across past experiences to make decisions in the face of novel information. Making an inference involves the ability to remember separate experiences with overlapping elements (direct memory), and the ability to make connections between those experiences (inference/indirect memory). While older adults are known to have a deficit for direct associative memory, less is known about potential age differences in inference. In the present study, we administered an associative inference task to healthy young (aged 18-30; n = 83) and older adults (aged 60+; n=80). We tested whether there is an age difference in inference abilities above-and-beyond age deficits in direct associative memory. Results showed that an age-related deficit in inference that was larger than for direct associative memory. This finding is consistent with inferences in both age groups being based largely on overlapping memories encoded individually and recalled simultaneously when inferences were required, with older adults having more difficulty with this process than young adults. We also found that older adults were more likely than young adults to show source confusion after having made a successful inference, which is consistent with older adults tending to integrate across related experiences to a greater degree than young adults. Thus, we find a clear age-related deficit in inference abilities above- and-beyond direct associative memory, with some evidence of age-related differences in both retrieval- and integration-based inference mechanisms.
Mapping the landscape of brain stimulation research: A global scientometric review on cognitive impairment
Authors: Karim Mani Abdul
Published: September 2024

Background: Several noninvasive brain stimulation techniques have gained increased attention in recent times within the realms of neurocognitive science and clinical research, owing to their potential efficacy in addressing neurological, psychiatric, and cognitive impairment conditions. Objectives: This study explores global trends in brain stimulation research for cognitive impairment and related disorders. Methods: Dataset spanning from 1989 to 2024 were sourced from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) utilizing CiteSpace 6.3.R3 (64-bit) software, researcher analyzed 4156 records using various bibliometric approaches, including year-wise publication trends, country and institutional analysis, author co-citation analysis (ACA), keyword analysis, and document co-citation analysis (DCA). Results: Results revealed a steady increase in research studies, with more than half of the publications occurring in the last six years (2019-2024; 51.85%). The USA led in citation counts (1117), centrality (0.37), and sigma value (3.68), while china topped the burst value (72.31). Institution-wise analysis, the University of London in the United Kingdom dominated in citation counts (235), whereas Capital Medical University topped based on burst value (1.77). Notably, studies related to Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) dominated the top positions in DCA analysis. Emerging trends were identified through burst keywords, including ‘transcranial Doppler,’ ‘subthalamic nucleus stimulation,’ ‘cerebral blood flow,’ ‘vascular dementia,’ and ‘deep brain stimulation.’ Conclusion: Emerging noninvasive techniques such as Fast Gamma Magnetic Stimulation (FGMS), Paired-Associative Stimulation with TMS (PAS-TMS), and Theta-Burst Stimulation (TBS) hold significant potential for future research in brain stimulation.
Harmonic expectancy violations: Testing the effects of familiarity, lead-in time, and ecological validity
Authors: Arthur Claire
Published: September 2024

In this paper the impact of three experimental parameters in a harmonic expectancy study are evaluated: stimulus duration (specifically the lead-in time prior to an unexpected event), ecological validity of the stimulus (original recording versus piano only), and familiarity. This paper also presents a novel experimental paradigm for detecting expectancy violations in a real-time listening context with increased ecological validity, as well as a novel quasi-blind stimulus-selection procedure. Results suggest that the importance of the ecological validity of the stimulus may depend on the population of the study (i.e., musicians or non-musicians), and that the role of familiarity ought to be more rigorously examined. Specifically, it appears that the ability to notice a harmonic expectancy violation may be modulated by the degree of prior familiarity with the stimulus. In addition, stimuli with longer lead-in times lead to an increase in the probability of marking a harmonically surprising event. Implications for expectancy-violation theory, computational modeling, prediction error theory, and general stimulus-selection procedures in music perception and cognition research are discussed.
Behavioral and neuroanatomical effects of soccer heading training in virtual reality
Authors: Richlan Fabio
Published: September 2024

Virtual reality (VR) technology has received considerable attention over the last few years, with applications in many performance domains including training of sports-related mental and motor skills. The exact psychological and neurobiological mechanisms underlying potential VR training effects in athletes, however, remain largely unknown.The present longitudinal functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) case study reports behavioral and neuroanatomical effects of VR soccer (a.k.a. football) heading training in a male adult amateur player. The study was conducted over 8 weeks, starting with a pre-test, followed by a 4-week VR training phase, during which weekly fMRI assessments and the first behavioral post-test were conducted. After an additional 4-week retention phase, the final fMRI assessment and the second behavioral post-test were conducted.Substantial improvement in real-life heading performance was accompanied by both structural and functional neuroanatomical changes. The comparison of the T1-weighted images revealed an increase in GM volume in the left thalamus and an increase in WM volume in the bilateral cerebellum. Furthermore, the analysis of the surface images showed an increase in cortical thickness in the right insula, left inferior temporal gyrus, left parahippocampal gyrus, left lingual gyrus, left posterior cingulate cortex, and bilateral anterior cingulate and medial prefrontal cortex. The seed-based correlation analyses of the resting-state fMRI data revealed manifold increases in functional connectivity within and between important brain networks.This study contributes to the growing literature on VR training in athletes and provides the world’s first evidence on fundamental neurobiological mechanisms underlying neuroplasticity related to VR training effects in sports.
International / Transboundary Rivers in Political Practices of Turkey, Syria and Iraq
Authors:   Postgraduate Student of the Department of Middle and Near East, Institute of Oriental Manuscripts of the Russian Academy of Science, LUCHENKOV Ivan
Published: September 2024

The article researches the international political relations of Turkey, Syria and Iraq in the context of Combating and Water redistribution scarcity crisis, as well as agreements of regulating flow of Tigris and Euphrates between designated countries. In this regard, one analyses the important sources of International Law, including the regulations of water relations. As a cornerstone of the study, one addresses the dichotomy of International / Transboundary rivers. One draws attention to the fundamental differences between Turkish, Syrian and Iraqi legal and geographical schools specializing in the use and regulation of the Tigris and Euphrates waterflow, which lead to the emergence of the crucial legal conflicts.
Evaluation of the Implementation Status of the Nepal Rural Road Standards (NRRS) Concerning Geometrical Parameters: A Case Study of Morang District of Nepal
Authors: Kafle Adarsh , Joshi Buddhi Raj , Sah Krishna Pratap , Aryal Rajendra , KC Narayan
Published: September 2024

Maintaining the effectiveness of the transportation system is essential to economic growth. Poor road upgrading methods in many developing nations, however, are making it impossible for traffic to flow freely. Nepal developed the Nepal Rural Road Standards (NRRS) of 2055, District Transportation Master Plan (DTMP), and Municipality Transportation Master Plan (MTMP) to regulate the construction of rural road infrastructure. These guidelines provide guidelines for rural road planning, design, building, and maintenance, among other aspects. However, each geometric design has certain features, and parameter requirements depending on the region and location to be applied. This study aims to compare the geometrical features of the rural roads that have been built with the Nepal Rural Road Standards (NRRS) 2055, second revision (2071). Using a random sampling approach, six rural roads in the Morang district were selected for the data collection. To gather geometrical data, field observations and measurements were made at random chainages. This study evaluates various geometric parameters using linear and angular field measurements. Mapping conducted via smart road software ensures road geometry compliance, including aspects such as curve radius, shoulder width, gradient, sight distance, carriageway, and additional widening. The findings demonstrate that strict adherence to established standards substantially enhances road safety. Based on the results of the field observation, the geometric elements have been built according to design specifications, except for the additional widening at shoulder width and horizontal.
Advanced Traffic Scheduling in Smart Cities through IoT and Big Data Analytics
Authors: Bisht Rohit Kumar
Published: September 2024

Studies have shown that urbanization has caused severe traffic jamming and that technology needs to be incorporated into the conventional transport industry. “Smart City Traffic Systems” (SCTS) applying the “Internet of Things” (IoT) provide potential answers for efficient traffic management in cities. Cloud computing involves the IoT using microelectronic sensors and wireless communication to gather real time data and optimize traffic. The perception layer deals with data acquisition in an IoT-based SCTS. The Ant Colony Optimization (ACO) method is an example of an advanced algorithm that also takes into account current traffic conditions, delays at junctions and one-way streets. Combining pheromone models with local search improves the efficiency of ACO. Simulation also shows better traffic distribution and movement and fewer congestions and best routes selected. Security is essential to deal with the huge data being created through encryption and communication security protocols.
Causes and impacts of domestic violence against women in Tikapur
Authors: Upadhayay Parbati
Published: September 2024

The present study on "main cause and Impact of domestic Violence against women in Tikapur Municipality was undertaken in the backdrop of report appearing in visual and written media depicting in human treatment to the women meted to them by their own family members. Only 10 women who are suffering from domestic violence were included in the study through purposive and snowball sampling method. the main objective of this study is to find out the main cause and impact of domestic violence against women the study finding that domestic violence in the study areas was found among women of all age groups. According to the patriarchal norms and low status of women did not prepared even old women more than 45 years from being a victim of violence Illiteracy teenage marriage, low economic status as well as religious norms and values are the main cause of violence. Respondents are suffering from physical, mental emotional and sexual violence and it carried different kinds of problems like. Physical mental and reproductive health problems and negative health behaviors are seen in the study area.
Literatura non fiction nad Dunajem. Recepcja wybranych polskich utworów na Węgrzech
Authors: Nagy László Kálmán
Published: September 2024

W artykule zostały zaprezentowane wybrane zagadnienia dotyczące problematyki literatury non fiction na Węgrzech oraz recepcja niektórych polskich utworów. W kulturze węgierskiej literatura non fiction do dziś nie uzyskała właściwej pozycji i w pewnym sensie uważana jest za twórczość marginalną, która nie ma stałego miejsca w narodowym kanonie. Jest ona konsekwentnie pomijana w nowych opracowaniach historycznoliterackich i brakuje ciągłości w prezentacji tego dorobku. Gatunek ten uzyskał w latach 30. pewien rozgłos i popularność dzięki socjograficznemu nurtowi prozy węgierskiej reprezentowanemu przez Gyulę Illyésa. Natomiast od drugiej połowy XX wieku np. ojciec węgierskiego reportażu Árpád Pásztor należy już do kręgu zapomnianych pisarzy, choć na początku XX stulecia jako korespondent stołecznych pism przysyłał reportaże z różnych krajów świata. Literaturoznawcy zapomnieli także o zmarłym w 2022 roku Györgyu Moldovie, który w okresie realnego socjalizmu uchodził za najbardziej znanego i popularnego autora literatury non fiction. Wiele wybitnych polskich tekstów non fiction, np. Ryszarda Kapuścińskiego, było w stanie wypełnić pewną lukę w kulturze węgierskiej dzięki zaangażowanym w polską kulturę węgierskim tłumaczom-polonistom. Do najciekawszych pozycji non fiction z punktu widzenia kultury węgierskiej należą w ostatnim okresie książki Andrzeja Stasiuka, Ziemowita Szczerka i Krzysztofa Vargi.
Żeby umarło przede mną. Opowieści matek niepełnosprawnych dzieci w społecznym reportażu Jacka Hołuba
Authors: Maroszczuk Grażyna
Published: September 2024

Artykuł stara się podpowiedzieć odpowiedzi na pytanie, w jaki sposób współczesny reportaż literacki uczestniczy w dokonującym się ostatnio przewartościowaniu postrzegania niepełnosprawności w kontekście polskiej debaty publicznej. Zebrane w książce Jacka Hołuba fragmenty autobiograficznych opowieści matek dzieci z niepełnosprawnością stanowią punkt wyjścia do rozważań na temat wyzwań reportażu jako „gatunku orientacyjnego” i „mącącego”, który staje się wskaźnikiem przemian zachodzących w świadomości społecznej, zakładając: 1) szerokie, uwzględniające również emocje, pojmowanie faktów społecznych, 2) traktowanie literackości jako koniecznego oprócz dokumentaryzmu medium przedstawiania rzeczywistości. Tekst jest próbą spojrzenia na przedstawione w reportażu Hołuba problemy opieki nad osobami z głębokimi niepełnosprawnościami z perspektywy krytycznych studiów o niepełnosprawności (disability studies), wskazujących na niepełnosprawność jako formę różnicy, która zobowiązuje społeczeństwo do wprowadzenia odpowiednich przystosowań.
Dependence of soybeans (Glycine Max Merril) to entomophile pollination and study of food resources of honey bees (Apis Mellifera L.) in contact with the crop
Authors: Santos Martínez Estela Ivón , Morelli Enrique , Galván Guillermo
Published: September 2024

South America suffered strong modifications during the last decade due to the increase in anthropic activities and the expansion of agricultural areas, particularly soybeans, interacting with traditional productions such as Beekeeping. The objective of this research was to know the dependence of two soybean varieties on entomophilic pollination by means of meshing and to reveal the diversity of insects in contact with the crop, especially determining the interaction of the honeybee with it. In addition, a sample of bees was carried out in different areas of the country to compare the diversity of species between areas with anthropic management during 2015–2016 and 2016–2017. Specimens were collected and classified according to taxonomic keys. The main results: 1- Forty-five species of bees or taxa belonging to the subfamilies Megachilinae (11), Apinae (22), Halictinae (7), Colletinae (2) and Andreninae (3) were distinguished in the southern region of Uruguay and 6 of them were in contact with the crop. 2- The diversity of bees was greater for the southern region, with traditional agriculture and pastures, than that of the low-lying coastal region where an increasing use of agricultural land took place during the last decade, especially soybeans. 3 - At least two species of native bees use soy as a plant resource to make their nests. 4- Honey bees use soybeans as a source of pollen and nectar, but the flowers on the edge of the crop provide pollen and nectar that compete with soybeans. 5- Soy shows a different degree of dependence on insects to form seeds related to the amount of exchangeable K in the soil. 6- The edges of the crop are important to provide food and shelter for pollinators. This study addresses the interaction between soybeans, native bees and honeybees, showing the points of contact between them. In addition, complementary data are obtained on biotic and nutrient agents that intervene in the flowering of Soybeans, helping to think about strategies for coexistence of items.
Rethinking the Concept of Families: A Sociological Study of Single Parenting in India
Authors: Bhatt Sonam , Chauhan Shreepal
Published: September 2024

Single parent families are considered as a taboo in most of the societies especially when a family is a single parent family. Single parent families face tremendous challenges to sustain a family. They come across social, economic, psychological and several other challenges. When the challenges become grave and surrounds from all directions the achievements are overshadowed, this is what happens to a single parent. The hard work, success and achievements diminish behind the challenges posed by society and situations on a single parent. In this paper focus is put on the reasons behind increasing number of single parent families in India especially single mother headed families. The author in the paper brings forward the development of a new form of parenting in Indian society, using secondary research method and descriptive research design.
Pandemic and Pandemonium: Crisis and Chaos or New Normal?
Authors: Reza Samim
Published: September 2024

Memories of the devastating effect of the pandemic caused by the Covid-19 virus during the early years of this decade have not yet faded from our mind. The catastrophic effect of the pandemic was so pervasive that other than enormous human casualties it had heralded significant changes in politics and economics all over the globe and signalled augury of lingering social, psychological and pathological effects. The changes, many of which could be reverted but have been endorsed and adapted to during and after the pandemic, are described as new normal, by this time very much normal. In this paper it is argued that while the eulogistic narratives propagated in justifying the conditions of new normal, the genesis of the idea of new normal is fundamentally embedded in the failure of the state and its machineries in combating a crisis. In support of this view, the phenomenon of pandemic is equated to the idea of pandemonium as was conceptualized by John Milton, an illustrious 17th Century English poet, in his epic poem Paradise Lost. Theoretical frameworks of different crisis theories are briskly recounted to broach an analytical approach in reconsidering the crisis caused by the pandemic a couple of years ago.
Remediation of intrusive symptoms of PTSD in fewer than five sessions: a 30-person pre-pilot study of the RTM Protocol
Authors: Gray Richard M. , Bourke Frank
Published: September 2024

Introduction: The Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) Protocol is a brief non-traumatizing intervention for the intrusive symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It is supported by nearly 25 years of anecdotal and clinical reports. This study reports the first scientific evaluation of the protocol. Methods: A 30-person pilot study using male Veterans with a pre-existing diagnosis of PTSD. Intake criteria included interviews and confirmatory re-diagnosis using the PTSD Checklist–Military version (PCL-M). Of 33 people who met the inclusion criteria, 26 completed treatment using the RTM protocol. A small ( n = 5) wait-list control group was included. All participants were reassessed following treatment using the PCL-M. Results: Of 26 program completers, 25 (96%) were symptom free at 6-week follow-up. Mean PCL-M score at intake was 61 points. At the 6-week follow-up, the mean PCL-M score was 28.8, with a mean reduction in scores of 33 points. Hedges’ g was computed for 6-week follow-up and showed a 2.9 SD difference from intake to follow-up. A wait-list control analysis indicated non-significant symptom changes during the 2-week wait period. Discussion: Results suggest that RTM is a promising intervention worthy of further investigation.
Living alongside military PTSD: A qualitative study of female partners’ experiences with UK Veterans
Authors: Murphy Dominic , Palmer Emily , Hill Kate , Ashwick Rachel , Busuttil Walter
Published: September 2024

Introduction: An increased risk of emotional burden in partners of military Veterans with mental health difficulties has been observed. This study aimed to explore the experiences and needs of female partners of Veterans seeking help. Methods: Our sample of eight female partners was drawn from a population of help-seeking Veterans who had received treatment for PTSD. Qualitative data were collected using a semi-structured interview schedule. Results: Super-ordinate themes of challenges faced, desired type of support, and barriers to support were each described by a set of sub-themes. Challenges faced were described with the themes of inequality in relationship, loss of congruence with own identity, volatile environment, and emotional distress and isolation. Desired type of support was described by the themes of practical focus on improving, sharing with fellow experts, and support tailored to the partner. Barriers to support were described by the themes feeling restricted by practical barriers and ambivalence about the involvement of others. Discussion: Interventions to support partners of Veterans with mental health difficulties need to address their individual needs, focus on practical techniques, and consider practical limitations.
Le partage des données sur la santé mentale des vétéran(e)s militaires dans tout le Canada : une étude de portée
Authors: Rudnick Abraham , Nolan Dougal , Daigle Patrick
Published: September 2024

SOMMAIRE NON SCIENTIFIQUE

Il faut de l’information sur la santé mentale des vétéran(e)s militaires du Canada pour créer et améliorer des services de santé mentale. Il n’est pas évident dans quelle mesure cette information est accessible et reliée entre les sources. Un examen complet des publications scientifiques et d’autres publications autorisées a été réalisé pour trouver les sources d’information concernant la santé mentale des vétéran(e)s canadien(ne)s, la relation entre ces renseignements, et les politiques et directives qui les visent. Nous avons trouvé dix sources de données concernant la santé mentale des vétéran(e)s au Canada, mais nous n’avons trouvé aucune politique ni directive visant spécifiquement le partage de cette information pour l’ensemble de ces données. Parmi ces sources, le partage d’information sécurisée, accessible, fiable et efficace (SAFE) était sous-entendu sans être confirmé. Les auteurs recommandent d’envisager l’établissement d’un répertoire d’ensembles de données pertinentes, de politiques et de directives pour le partage d’information et l’uniformisation de tous les ensembles de données.
Structural changes in the organs of the lymphoid system in terms of induced carcinogenesis
Authors: Kramar S. B. , Soroka Yu. V. , Havryliuk-Skyba H. O. , Pyda V. P. , Nebesna Z. M. , Lisnychuk N. Ye.
Published: September 2024

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the world. Despite recent therapeutic advances, it causes more than 500,000 deaths each year. The immune system plays a crucial role in protecting the body from cancer. However, cancer cells are able to evade immune detection and destruction. For example, they can downregulate antigen expression, produce immunosuppressive molecules, or recruit immune cells that perform regulatory or inhibitory functions. Understanding the complex interactions between the immune system and carcinogenesis is crucial for developing effective cancer treatments. The study aimed to determine the morphological changes in the thymus, spleen, and lymph nodes under N,N-dimethylhydrazine-induced carcinogenesis. The study was performed on 77 male outbred albino rats weighing 190-230 g, kept in standard vivarium conditions. Colon adenocarcinoma was modeled by administration of N,N-dimethylhydrazine hydrochloride for 30 weeks. To study the peculiarities of morphological and functional changes in lymphoid organs in the dynamics of colon tumor lesions, animals were withdrawn from the experiment every 30 days. Paraffin sections of the thymus, spleen, and lymph nodes 5-6 μm thick were made on a rotary microtome and stained with hematoxylin and eosin. The experimental investigation unveiled the character and extent of histological alterations within the lymphoid system organs under conditions of N,N-dimethylhydrazine-induced colon adenocarcinomatosis. As the experiment progressed, there was a noticeable escalation in the severity of detrimental and degenerative modifications observed in the thymus, spleen, and lymph nodes. These modifications were evident in the disruption of blood circulation within the examined organs, leading to vascular wall impairment and hemorrhaging, the disarray of morphofunctional elements and the development of fibrosis. Given the significant role played by the thymus, spleen, and lymph nodes in regulating carcinogenesis and maintaining immune balance, it is extremely important to delve into understanding the changes in their structure and function. Obtained results indicate that carcinogenesis is accompanied by pronounced morphological changes in the structural components of the lymphoid system organs, the degree of which increases in direct proportion to the duration of exposure to the oncogenic factor.
Morpho-topographic features of the course of gastric wall muscle fibers in the esophagogastric junction during sleeve gastrectomy
Authors: Kalashnikov O. O. , Usenko O. Yu. , Todurov I. M. , Hrynevych A. A.
Published: September 2024

Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as vertical gastrectomy, is one of the most common and popular bariatric surgeries in the world. This surgery has become particularly popular in recent decades due to its effectiveness in reducing weight and improving associated metabolic disorders. However, despite the high effectiveness of this surgery, stapling line failure remains one of the most serious complications that can lead to severe consequences such as peritonitis, sepsis, and prolonged hospital stay. The study of the morphotopographic features of the course of the muscle fibers of the gastric wall in the area of the esophagogastric junction is relevant for understanding the mechanisms of suture failure and developing preventive measures. The aim of the study was to evaluate the morphotopographic features of the course of the gastric wall muscle fibers in the esophagogastric junction during sleeve gastrectomy. A comprehensive study of the anatomical and functional characteristics of the gastric muscle layer in the area of the esophagogastric junction was carried out. A significant change in the architectonics of the muscular layer is noted in the esophagogastric junction zone. The circular muscles predominate here, which indicates the functional adaptation of this area to the regulation of food passage. Taking into account the transition from the anatomical zone of the esophagus to the stomach, the appearance of new muscle layers was revealed due to the physiological specificity of the hollow organ. By sequential dissection of the muscle layers, using the methods of histological analysis and macroscopic morphometry, specific features of muscle fibers that affect the formation of the staple line were revealed, namely, a mostly parallel course of fibers in the area of the angle of His and crossed distally from it, the thickness of the muscle layer at the level of the angle of His prevails over the distal level. Thus, the results obtained are important for improving the surgical technique of sleeve gastrectomy, in particular, the choice of the optimal location and direction of the suture – the formation of a continuous “layer” of crossed muscle fibers of the gastric body, the transition of longitudinal esophageal muscle fibers to the bottom and the large curvature of the stomach, which, together with circular fibers, acquire a perpendicular orientation to the level of staple suture application.
Islam in Malaysia
Authors: Ahmad Murad Merican
Published: September 2024

Khairuddin Aljunied makes an unusual venture in retelling the story of Islam in Malaysia. The cosmopolitanism of Islam in Malaysia in its interactions with the world spells the leitmotif of his work. In so doing, Islam in Malaysia: An Entwined History reconsiders the problem and the accuracy of periodization in studying the history of the Islamic world. I am reminded of Marshall Hodgson’s Islamic history as world history. Hodgson’s spirit in the Venture of Islam is rich and complex. It is equally so in Aljunied’s rich tapestry of discourse. The author is consciously critical of his moral purpose. His erudite scholarship maps Islam in Malaysia. The book stretches Islam in the nation and the region back from the eleventh century – a Braudelian trajectory to the past and bringing lessons from the longue durée – to the evolution of the embeddedness of Islam in Malaysia to the present.
Bibliotecas comunitarias, cuando la comunidad toma en sus manos la lectura y los libros
Authors: Parra-Valero Pablo
Published: September 2024

Las bibliotecas comunitarias representan un modelo de biblioteca gestionado fundamentalmente por la comunidad, organizaciones benéficas o no gubernamentales, a menudo sin financiación o ayuda total de la administración pública. De forma sistemática olvidadas y no recogidas en las distintas clasificaciones y tipologías de bibliotecas, actualmente existen casi 30.000 bibliotecas comunitarias distribuidas por todos los continentes del planeta, según recoge el Library Map of the World de la IFLA. También conocidas como bibliotecas populares o comunales en otros países, en España estas bibliotecas no son reconocidas ni en la estadística oficial que recoge el Ministerio de Cultura, ni en la legislación bibliotecaria nacional o autonómica. Pese a ello, cada vez son más numerosas estas iniciativas en las que movimientos ciudadanos asumen la creación y gestión de espacios para el desarrollo social y cultural a través de los libros y la lectura.
Portfolio design solution in the process of professional development of design students
Authors: Golovanova Marina Mikhailovna
Published: September 2024

The research is devoted to the main issues of designing the author's portfolio of students in the process of studying at the senior courses of the university and the transition to the professional activity of a designer. Under the current conditions, the portfolio is considered not only as a technology for evaluating educational results, but also as a starting point for further individual trajectory of professional growth, and a means of professional identification of design students when changing social roles during the period of graduation from higher education, and as a design object to which aesthetic and functional requirements are imposed. The study reveals the content of the main stages of project activity in the work on the designer's portfolio. As a result of the research, methodological recommendations on designing a portfolio as a design object in the process of professional development of design students of senior courses of the university were improved.