bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
BIOTECNOLOGÍA A ALTAS TEMPERATURAS
Authors: Ríos-Vázquez David Israel , Carabarín-Lima Alejandro , González_Vazquez María Cristina , Martínez-Torres Abigaíl , Caso-Vargas Luis Ramiro , Rojas-Ruíz Norma Elena
Published: February 2024

Los microorganismos representan una de las formas de vida más antiguas en el planeta, algunos de ellos pueden crecer en condiciones ambientales extremas que no permitirían el desarrollo de otros organismos, por ejemplo pueden ser resistentes a luz ultravioleta, a temperaturas cercanas al punto de ebullición o a bajo del punto de congelación del agua, pueden desarrollarse a alturas muy considerables o en la profundidad del océano, en presencia de compuestos nocivos, como metales pesados, gases tóxicos, pH muy ácido o básico e incluso a una alta concentración de sal, debido a esta versatilidad para poder crecer y reproducirse en ambientes extremos son formas de vida interesantes. El parque Nacional de Yellowstone es un ambiente hipertermal en el que se desarrollan diversos microorganismos, un ejemplo es la bacteria Thermus aquaticus, la cual fue aislada partir de muestras de este ambiente y su enzima ADN polimerasa es empleada en la Reacción en Cadena de la Polimerasa (PCR). En el presente artículo se mencionan ejemplos de microorganismos que son capaces de vivir a altas temperaturas y sus aplicaciones en el ámbito de la Biotecnología.
Effect of Laser Therapy, Neurodynamic Stabilization and Strengthening Exercises on Hand Function in Patients of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with Rheumatoid Arthritis- A Narrative Review
Authors: Mohammad Zafar , Choudhry Dimple , Garg Anubha , Kumari Anshu , Singh Vikas
Published: February 2024

Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is an entrapment neuropathy in which median nerve is compressed or squeezed at the wrist level in the carpal tunnel. Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most prevalent neurological complication in the rheumatoid arthritis patients. The prevalence of CTS in RA ranged from 3.5% to 22.8 %. Tenosynovitis, inflammation of the synovial tissue of the flexor tendons, can cause increased pressure in the carpal tunnel and result in CTS. Hand function is usually affected in carpel tunnel syndrome which affects the daily living performance by affecting both gross motor activities like grasping, carrying, holding and fine motor activities like writing, gripping and buttoning the shirts. Laser therapy, also called as photo biomodulation, can reduce pain, inflammation, swelling and synovitis. The dexterity and functionality of the hands improved through hand and wrist stretching and strengthening exercises.

Objective: To find out the effect of laser therapy, neurodynamic mobilization exercises and strengthening exercises on hand function in patients of carpal tunnel syndrome with rheumatoid arthritis.

Study selection: This narrative review is conducted on databases from Pubmed, Google scholar, scopus, web of knowledge, Virtual Health Library, Research Gate and Cochrane library in Nov 2023.
THE INFLUENCE OF LEADERSHIP STYLE ON PERFORMANCE EMPLOYEES MEDIATED BY WORK MOTIVATION AND WORKING CULTURE IN TRANSPORTATION SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Wibisono Kunto , Jayaningrum Siti Kusandhitasari , Wijaya Perta Surya Mega , Setyanta Budi , Handayani Krysty
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of (1) Leadership Style on Employee Performance, (2) Leadership Style on Work Motivation, (3) Work Motivation on Employee Performance, (4) Leadership Style on Employee Performance mediated by Work Motivation, (5) Style Leadership on Work Culture, (6) Work Culture on Employee Performance and (7) Leadership Style on Employee Performance mediated by Work Culture. Sampling uses Slovin Formula resulted in 84 respondents from a total of 107 employees of Transportation Service Department Yogyakarta. Methods of data collection uses questionnaires. This research uses Data Quality Test and Hierarchical Regression Analysis. The study results show that Leadership Style plays a positive role on Employee Performance. Leadership Style plays a positive role on Work Motivation. Work Motivation plays a positive role on Employee Performance and is expressed as a Mediator variable on the effect of Leadership Style on Employee Performance. Leadership style has no effect on employee performance. Work Culture is declared not a mediator on the influence of Leadership Style on Employee Performance.
De la resiliencia a la autonomía. Las frikis de Guadalajara y su construcción de modelos de conducta a partir de la cultura friki
Authors: Camacho Quiroz Nadiezhda Palestina
Published: February 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es explicar el proceso de construcción de modelos de conducta de las frikis de Guadalajara a partir de los personajes de las narrativas fantásticas que forman parte de la cultura friki en México, desde una perspectiva de género. A través del método etnográfico se identificaron los personajes más significativos para las frikis investigadas, sus características, así como los modelos de conducta que éstas construyen derivados de sus enseñanzas, tales como el modelo de resiliencia, el modelo de empoderamiento, el modelo de autoestima y el modelo de autonomía.
Untitled Item“Enough is Enough”: A Critical Discourse Analysis of a ‘Mental Health Crisis’ on Campus
Authors: Pasini Jessica
Published: February 2024

This major research paper is a critical discourse analysis (CDA) of ten news articles covering a series of suicides and ‘mental health crises’ at one Ontario university in 2019. The lack of support/responses led to student protests and institutional maneuvers. This CDA highlights these varied ways of responding and talking about ‘mental health’ as well as the lives of students affected and who spoke out. It also takes up institutional responses such as the physical barriers built in “suicide hotspots” and deferral of blame. Through the lenses of Mad Studies and Disability Justice, my findings point to various discourses that compete for ‘attention’ as well as confirmation of the discursive dominance of medical-institutional approaches and their power. It also highlights how much injustice there is when it comes to disability.
Black Muslim Immigrant Seniors Accessing Mental Health Services in the Greater Toronto Area
Authors: Jilani Ilham
Published: February 2024

This narrative approach to qualitative research explores the experiences of Black Muslim immigrant seniors in relation to accessing mental health services in the Greater Toronto Area. This study involved interviewing three Black African Muslim immigrant seniors living in Toronto. The participants shared their insight on the lack of culturally and linguistically diverse services as well as the systemic barriers they face as racialized seniors living in a Western society. Through the exploration of storytelling, participants identified pre and post migration traumas, shared coping strategies, expressed their fears and extreme distrust of white medical professionals and offered recommendations to better serve this ever-growing population. Critical gerontology and anti-black racism theories were used to help frame and guide discussions as well as further comprehend the participants’ lived experiences. This study also implements photovoice activities to gain a deeper insight into the participants’ experiences of navigating mental health resources.
The Psychological Effects and Experiences of the Asian Canadian Population During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Nguyen Thomas
Published: February 2024

This narrative qualitative research study explored experiences of anti-Asian racism from the perspective of four Asian Canadians in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research aims to illustrate the impact of anti-Asian racism following the emergence of the COVID-19 virus and how it affected the mental health and well-being of these individuals. Through the theoretical framework of Critical Race Theory, this research focused on presenting the stories from the perspective of people of colour and examines how practices of racial discrimination have suppressed Asian Canadians. This research paper utilizes a thematic narrative analysis to dissect the findings of the study. The themes that emerged from the study included the circulation of misinformation through news and social media, experiences of micro-aggressions, the development of stress and anxiety, and calls for preventative measures. The findings provided insight into how some forms of racism may be experienced in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic and its mental health implications. Following the analysis of this study, implications for future social work practice and research are discussed. These implications include the advocacy for further longitudinal research and push for policy change to protect and support Asian populations in Canada.
Individuals Experience With the Discharge Process From Acute Mental Health Hospital Units
Authors: Oke Larissa
Published: February 2024

The transition from acute mental health units into community supports has always been a complicated process for many service users. Often within acute mental health units, the main focus for an individual’s treatment is surrounding medication adjustment and crisis stabilization, in conjunction with therapeutic approaches. Once an individual is deemed as “stable” by the attending physician, a discharge date is set. As the idea of stability looks different for many individuals, this can result in inadequate discharge planning. The goal of this research is to use a narrative methodological approach to understand how participants felt when they were informed of their discharge from an acute mental health unit. The purpose of this research is to explore if there were community supports put in place prior to their discharge, and if those supports had any correlation to what the participants deemed as a “successful” outcome.
Children’s Accent-Based Preferences and Stereotypes in Media Contexts
Authors: Harper Kathryn
Published: February 2024

Children spend a substantial amount of time consuming screen media—particularly television and mobile apps. Research has shown that non-native and non-standard accents tend to be underrepresented in adult-oriented and children’s media, and that representations of accents tend to be stereotypical in nature. Relatedly, research has shown that children demonstrate social preferences and ascribe traits on the basis of spoken accents. In a series of four experiments, the present research investigated children’s accent-based preferences and stereotypes in two media contexts. Children aged 5-6 and 9-10 years selected characters from a variety of exemplars that spoke in different accents to play different archetypical characters in a television program (Study 1) or to serve as teachers in an educational mobile app (Study 2). Study 1 (Experiments 1 and 2) showed that children generally preferred for television characters to speak with a native, Canadian accent (compared to high-status British and non-native accents). However, 9-10-year-old children held stereotypes about the Russian accent specifically, and preferred for negative television characters (e.g., mad scientist, villain) to speak with a Russian accent. The same pattern was not observed for Chinese or Indian accents. Study 2 (Experiments 3 and 4) revealed that children generally preferred for teaching characters in educational apps to speak with a native, Canadian accent (compared to high-status British and non-native accents), particularly when the subject matter being taught was culturally neutral (e.g., oceans, space). Children aged 9-10 preferred for teaching characters to speak with non-native accents (Russian, Chinese, and Indian) when the subject matter was culturally relevant (e.g., Russian dancing, Chinese pottery, Indian cuisine). Findings of this research contribute to our knowledge about children’s accent-based biases in social perception and accent-based assumptions about cultural expertise, and may help guide the development of more inclusive and less stereotypical media offerings for children.
Social Decision Making in Younger and Older Adults
Authors: Sparrow Erika
Published: February 2024

Many of our decisions have consequences for those around us, yet psychological research on decision making has traditionally overlooked social dimensions of choice. Aging is associated with a shift in goal motivation from personal to social aspects, heightening altruistic tendencies in older adults. I aimed to investigate social decision making processes in younger and older adults, with a particular focus on risky choice in affect-rich and affect-poor formats. Across 4 experiments, healthy younger and older adults were tested in a laboratory or online and received either hypothetical or real rewards. The within-subjects manipulation for all experiments was the social context (self vs. charity). I predicted that age differences in risk taking would be greater for others given a shift towards emotionally meaningful goals in older age. In Experiment 1, participants completed an affect-poor gambling task. Relative to older adults, younger adults took greater risks for themselves than for the charity, whereas older adults showed no difference.

Experiments 2-4 used the Columbia Card Task (CCT), a risky-choice task with affect-rich and affect-poor formats. In Experiment 2, older adults took greater risks for the charity than for themselves, whereas younger adults showed the opposite pattern for affect-poor decisions and no effect for affect-rich decisions. Experiment 3 served as a conceptual replication of Experiment 2 in an online format compatible with the rest of the experiments. Results largely replicated those of Experiment 2, with older adults taking greater risks for the charity than themselves, and younger adults demonstrating the opposite pattern. In Experiment 4, outcomes for self and charity were placed in a tradeoff relationship. Both age groups demonstrated greater risk taking in the self-gain/charity-loss context relative to the charity-gain/self-loss context, but this effect was larger in younger than in older adults. Taken together, older adults demonstrated a less consistent pattern for self-other decisions than younger adults and were less impacted by emotional arousal. Overall, I provide novel evidence of age differences in social decision making, with potential implications for real-world decisions in areas such as health, finance, and philanthropy.
Next-Generation Cyber Threat Detection and Mitigation Strategies: A Focus on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Authors: Md Rasheduzzaman Labu  , Md Fahim Ahammed
Published: February 2024

The principal objective of this research was to examine strategies for detecting and mitigating cyber threats in the next generation, by underscoring Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). This study provides a comprehensive overview of the role of AI, ML, and deep learning (DL) in the domain of cybersecurity. Furthermore, this study highlights the benefits of integrating deep learning into cybersecurity practices.  The researcher explored the effectiveness of consolidating AI and ML techniques into the Feedzai security system to reinforce the detection of fraudulent activities. To validate the methodology, the investigator experimented by employing the supervised machine learning random forest algorithm on a dataset comprising historical transaction records in CSV format. The results of the research ascertained that by employing Feedzai's AI-based software combined with the random forest algorithms, future financial institutions can achieve real-time fraud detection and accurate identification of legitimate transactions. The Random Forest framework had the highest accuracy rate, at 83.94%. By contrast, the Naïve Bayes framework had an accuracy rate of 79.23%, and the KNN model had the lowest accuracy rate, of 78.74%. These results ascertained that the Random Forest system was the most effective for pinpointing cyber-attacks.
A Comparative Analysis of Turkey's and Iran's Land Management Systems and Technological Infrastructure
Authors: Sultani Mohammad Yaqoob , Azizi Abdul Basir
Published: February 2024

The comparison of cadastral systems worldwide proves challenging, given the profound cultural, linguistic, technical, and social disparities among countries. This complexity extends to the examination of data, encompassing issues related to land policy, laws, regulations, ownership, management, and technology within each nation's cadastral framework, forming the foundation for numerous studies. This article delves into a comparative analysis of the cadastral systems of Turkey and Iran, two nations sharing a common geography, similar cultures, and identical religious beliefs. The focus lies on content examination, exploring historical development, organizational structure, and the comprehensive status of cadastres across both countries. The study further scrutinizes the technologies employed and the mapping infrastructure integral to each nation's cadastral system. This research offers valuable insights into the similarities and differences between these two countries, shedding light on the intricate dynamics of cadastral systems within a shared cultural and geographical context.
أحمال تدريبية متنوعة واثرها على القدرة اللاكتيكية وبعض المتغيرات البيو كيميائية لدى لاعبي الريشة الطائرة
Authors: Assis prof . Dr.. Hussein Ali Hussein Al-Kufi
Published: February 2024

هدفت الدراسة على التعرف تأثير احمال تدريبية متنوعة على القدرة اللاكتيكية وبعض المتغيرات البيو كيميائية لدى لاعبي الريشة الطائرة، واستخدم الباحث المنهج التجريبي لملائمته لطبيعة البحث، واشتملت عينة البحث على لاعبي الريشة الطائرة البالغ عددهم (7) لاعبين، واستمرت مدة تنفيذ البرنامج لمدة (8) أسابيع بواقع (4) وحدات تدريبية في الاسبوع ، وبعد تنفيذ البرنامج في المدة المقررة توصل الباحث الى الاستنتاجات الاتية: تحسن مستوى القدرة اللاكتيكية لدى عينة البحث , وتحسن نسبة كريات الدم الحمراء والهيموغلوبين . ويوصي الباحث اعتماد البرنامج المنفذ وتطبيقه خلال الوحدات التدريبية الخاصة بالفعالية.
((The Effect of an Educational Program Using a Model (Hierarchical Learning Method) in Learning the Crushing Hit Skills in Volleyball))
Authors: Assistant Professor. Dr. ENTETHAR  FAROQ  ALLYAS  SORAN  , Assistant Professor. Dr. KHALID A. ABDLHAMEED AL- KHATEEB  , Assistant Professor. Dr. Khalid Mohammed
Published: February 2024

With advances in various mathematical sciences, including teaching methods, researchers advancing education have sought to answer research questions about students' disproportionately weak skills in learning technical subjects.

The purpose of this study was also to determine the impact of an educational program with a multi-level learning approach on learning volleyball strategy. Researchers use experimental methods because they meet their research needs. The research team included second-year students from the Faculty of Physical Education, Exercise and Exercise Science at Hamdaniya University. The number of students is (66). The study sample was limited to her 40 students, Divided into two groups
Artificial Intelligence in education and its application aspects
Authors:   Siberian Federal University, Ruslan A. Baryshev
Published: February 2024

The definition of Artificial Intelligence (AI) approved by «The National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence Development up to 2030» is discussed. The key vectors for applying AI in education and libraries are explored; its viability for science and education is emphasized.
The role of modern libraries in promotion of Russian science
Authors:   All-Russian Institute for Scientific and Technical Information, Samsonova Anastasia S. , Kamneva Irina E. ,   All-Russian Institute for Scientific and Technical Information
Published: February 2024

The authors summarize the findings of the study of Russian science popularization in the information space. They discuss the models and peculiarities of modern forms of science popularization on the basis of information resources. The role of modern libraries and research centers on Russian science popularization is specified. The paper is prepared within the dissertation study and within the Government Order to VINITI RAN «Development of the concept of science popularization and scientific knowledge management “Russia and global experience”» (No. 0003-2021-0008).
Promotion of electronic resources as an instrument to build librarians’ digital competences: The RNPLS&T experience
Authors:   Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology, Sasina Olga A.
Published: February 2024

In the era of digitalization, the share of digital resources in the library collections has been expanding rapidly, and the librarians have to handle them efficiently which demands to improve continuously their digital competences. The author discusses the findings of the study of digital competences of RNPLS&T’s librarians, and, in particular, application of these competences in library and information user services. The study is aimed at identifying the current level of mastering digital competences as well as the competences that require additional training.
Research and procedure development: Student research laboratory as an efficient practice within university-special library interaction
Authors:   L. Tolstoy State Pedagogical University, Slyusarskaya Tatiana V.
Published: February 2024

The author discusses the experience of collaboration between special library for the blind and psychological department of the pedagogical university in educating future special-needs teachers within the student research laboratory. The project stages and the partnership social projects are characterized.
A validated and discriminatory in vitro release test for evaluation of marketed Clotrimazole cream formulations
Authors: Antova Iva , Ignjatovikj Mario , Antovska Packa , Lazova Jelena , Tanevska Stojne , Petreska Marina , Tonic Ribarska Jasmina , Trajkovic Jolevska Suzana
Published: February 2024

In vitro surrogate tests are broadly used for evaluation of the critical release characteristics of semi-solid dosage forms. In general, these tests are limited to assess the effect of crucial manufacturing process related steps on the physicochemical characteristics and overall drug product performance. In vitro release tests (IVRT) do not directly anticipate in vivo performance, but may detect in vitro changes that may correlate with in vivo performance. The objective of this work was to develop a suitable in vitro release test for evaluation of the similarity between two marketed Clotrimazole 1% Cream formulations. A systematic approach was used to address some essential qualification parameters and validation concepts described in EMA`s draft guideline on quality and equivalence of topical products. The procedure included suitable evaluation of the receptor medium, membrane qualification, followed by evaluation of method precision and method robustness. For evaluation of data, the comparison of Clotrimazole release profile met the relevant acceptance criteria for the 90% Confidence Interval for the ratio of means of the pairwise comparisons falling inside the limits of 90–111%. The linearity of the IVRT method as function of the drug concentration in the formulation was evaluated with 50% and 200% API formulations. In addition, the discriminatory power of the method was confirmed with formulation with altered viscosity as critical quality attribute. After validation of the method, the Clotrimazole 1% cream formulations were compared and their similarity was assessed. The approach was found to be useful and comprehensive in performing validation activities.
Key words: IVRT, Clotrimazole cream formulation, method validation, discriminatory power
The quality of drinking water in the Prilep region supplied by the Studenchica Regional Water Supply System and PHI General Hospital Prilep
Authors: Dameska Gordana , Bauer Biljana
Published: February 2024

Drinking water quality testing is made to control whether consumers are provided with safe and healthy drinking water, and to protect human health from the side effects of water contamination. The purpose of this paper is to show the health correctness and the quality of drinking water in the city of Prilep and the settlements that are supplied with it from the Studenchica Regional Water Supply System, and the local city water supply system which is supplied by the Public Health Institution (PHI) General Hospital Prilep with drinking water during the year of 2021. The Public Company for Water Supply and Sewerage Prilep manages most of the water supply facilities and carries out regular disinfection of drinking water. But there are some settlements where the water is not chlorinated since the water supply facilities are not managed by the public company.
The samples were subjected to both, basic physical-chemical and microbiological examination according to the Drinking Water Safety and Quality Requirements Rulebook (Official Gazette of the Republic of Macedonia No. 183 of 02.10.2018). Based on the monitoring, it can be concluded that the public enterprise guarantees safe and healthy drinking water for the parts of Studenchica Regional Water Supply System under its management and under the Municipality of Prilep jurisdiction. This is also the case with drinking water from the local water supply system at the PHI General Hospital Prilep.

Key words: drinking water, quality, safety, health correctness, physical-chemical parameters, microbiological parameters
Bootstrap analysis for dissolution similarity factor f2 - bringing confidence for borderline results – a case study
Authors: Achkoska Tina , Bozhinovska Marijana , Arnaudova Angela , Antovska Packa , Anastasova Liljana , Petkovska Rumenka
Published: February 2024

In vitro dissolution testing is one of the most important tools for characterizing the performance of oral solid dosage forms. In order to demonstrate similarity between test and reference product, comparative dissolution profiles are performed. Selection of a suitable method for comparison of the dissolution profile of the reference product and the test product is of great importance especially in the case of biowaivers when similarity assessment is based on the in vitro data only. Various approaches have been developed for the comparison of dissolution profiles, however the usage of the f2 similarity factor is widely accepted due to its simplicity. When the conditions for using f2 similarity factor are not fulfilled due to high variable dissolution profiles, f2 bootstrap method is then recommended. The focus of this study is to see whether it is benefitial f2 bootstrap analysis to replace the usage of simple f2 for comparison of dissolution profiles that fulfill the prerequisites for using the f2 method in cases when borderline f2 results are obtained.

Keywords: Bootstrap analysis, comparative dissolution profiles, similarity factor f2
Supporting Pesantren-based Higher Education to Internalize Value Education
Authors: Siswati Vialinda , Abidin Zainal , Zaldi Ahmad
Published: February 2024

The value of education has long been used at pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) in Indonesia. The present research discusses implementing value education practices and developing students' interpersonal awareness in the context of pesantren-based higher education. The research employed a qualitative method by adopting a case study design in which data gathering methods included observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique utilizes the data analysis framework. The sources of this research are Universitas Islam Internasional Darullughah Wadda'wah and Universitas Darussalam Gontor East Java. The results show that implementing value education in pesantren-based higher education is deeply entrenched in religious and prophetic values. These values encompass various elements, including kiai (local Islamic leaders), santri (Islamic students), boarding schools, teachers, books, mosques, and campuses, collectively forming an integral part of the value framework. Islamic boarding schools' educational practices and regulations exhibit principles such as honesty, simplicity, independence, purity of heart, and dedication. Furthermore, these principles are instilled through habits, supervision of students, religious discussion sessions, and a range of additional efforts to shape these values within the students' souls and characters.
The Creativity of Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Improving Student Learning Atmosphere at Junior High School in Jambi
Authors: Frensilia Nina , Huda Syamsul , Rianty Ida
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine the creativity of Islamic religion teachers to improve students' learning atmosphere in the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research uses a qualitative approach using a snowball sampling technique. Data collection techniques were carried out using observation, interview, and documentation techniques. The results of this study indicate that the innovations made in improving cognitive, affective, and psychomotor abilities include teachers applying the quiz game of throwing paper balls to create a fun atmosphere. Teachers also take a scientific approach, provide motivation, are good student role models, and hold routine religious activities. Factors that support teacher innovation are internal factors of teacher awareness and external factors of teacher educational background and school contributions. Although limited facilities hinder innovation, the school plans the budget gradually to procure the required facilities through the operational assistance fund.
After 100 years of life, is there an insulin crisis? The problem of insulin costs and the opportunity of biosimilar insulins
Authors: Cucinotta Domenico , Giandalia Annalisa , Russo Giuseppina
Published: February 2024

Considering other pharmacological approaches, also in the field of insulin therapy, the use of biosimilar drugs instead of originators could help to reduce the worldwide increasing costs of its related disease, that is, diabetes mellitus (DM), and the subsequent risk of insulin underutilization. Available evidences clearly demonstrate that biosimilar efficacy and safety are superimposable to those of the originator insulin with lower expenditure; despite this, however, their underutilization persists both in Eastern and in Western countries. Specific, regional activities are needed in order to improve biosimilar insulin use and to contribute to a substantial reduction of the costs of DM.
Ambivalent Sexism Explored: A Theoretical Examination of Gender Roles in The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
Authors: Khaled Alebrahim Mona
Published: February 2024

This article explores the portrayal of sexism in Michaelides's novel, The Silent Patient, using a gendered approach and drawing on Glick and Fiske's ambivalent sexism theory. This research aims to analyze the frequency and types of sexist depictions in the novel, particularly focusing on Hostile and Benevolent sexist attitudes. The analysis delves into the underlying dichotomy between Hostile and Benevolent attitudes towards the female characters, Alicia and Kathy. It also explores the contrasting representations of weakness and dependence associated with Alicia and Kathy, juxtaposed with the strength, resilience, and agency embodied by characters like Theo, Gabrielle, and the doctors at the Groove. Additionally, the prevalence of paternalism, gender differentiation, and heterosexuality as components of Hostile and Benevolent sexism is investigated to identify the dominant characteristic. By emphasizing the depiction of Hostile and Benevolent sexist attitudes, this research contributes to the ongoing efforts to challenge and dismantle gender stereotypes.
Pendidikan Sebagai Prediktor Pengetahuan Pencegahan Gastritis Pada Warga Binaan Di Kabupaten Tangerang, Provinsi Banten
Authors: Wijayanti Erlina , Putri Zatnika Cantika , Munawarah Munawarah , Dinda Chairunnisyah Nurita , Hafidh Rifqi , Alivia Agustin Rika
Published: February 2024

Gastritis adalah proses peradangan pada mukosa dan submukosa lambung. Data Kemenkes RI menyebutkan bahwa Indonesia berada pada urutan keempat kasus gastritis tertinggi di dunia. Upaya pencegahan kekambuhan gastritis meliputi modifikasi diet, menghilangkan kebiasaan konsumsi alkohol, memperbanyak olahraga, dan manajemen stress. Pengetahuan menjadi bagian penting dalam upaya pencegahan gastritis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui prediktor  pengetahuan tentang pencegahan gastritis di Desa Koper, Kecamatan Kresek, Kabupaten Tangerang, Provinsi Banten. Penelitian ini bersifat analitik observasional dengan rancangan penelitian studi cross-sectional. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik quota sampling. Metode analisis yang digunakan adalah analisis univariat dan bivariat. Sampel penelitian sebanyak 36 responden. Pada penelitian ini didapatkan 9 responden memiliki tingkat pengetahuan baik dan 27 responden memiliki tingkat pengetahuan cukup/buruk. Variabel yang dapat memprediksi pengetahuan pencegahan grastritis adalah tingkat pendidikan (p=0,013). Oleh karenanya, diperlukan cara/metode dan media edukasi yang sesuai dengan pendidikan responden sehingga dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan pencegahan gastritis secara lebih efektif.
Kesehatan Mental Mahasiswa Psikologi: Uji Pengaruh Dukungan Sosial dan Coping Stress
Authors: Maura Ressa , Sumiati Neneng Tati , Latifa Rena , Kolopaking Risatianti
Published: February 2024

Temuan sebelumnya memperlihatkan cukup banyak mahasiswa Fakultas Psikologi yang mengalami masalah kesehatan mental, padahal mereka diharapkan dapat mengatasi masalah kesehatan mental. Penelitian ini bertujuan menguji faktor yang mempengaruhi Kesehatan Mental mahasiswa Psikologi. Peneliti menguji variabel dukungan sosial dan coping stress sebagai prediktor kesehatan mental pada mahasiswa psikologi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif yang melibatkan 254 mahasiswa psikologi di salah satu universitas di Jakarta yang diambil dengan teknik non-probability sampling, yakni purposive sampling. Kuesioner dalam penelitian ini merupakan modifikasi dari alat ukur Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF) dan Responses to Stress Questionnaire (RSQ). Analisis faktor konfirmatori (CFA) digunakan untuk menguji validitas dan regresi berganda digunakan untuk uji hipotesis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dukungan sosial dan coping stres berkontribusi secara signifikan terhadap terhadap kesehatan mental pada mahasiswa psikologi (r2=25.5%, p=.000). Berdasarkan hasil uji hipotesis yang menguji pengaruh masing-masing dimensi, terdapat tiga independent variable (IV) yang memiliki pengaruh signifikan pada kesehatan mental, yaitu dimensi dukungan emosional dari variabel dukungan sosial serta dimensi primary control engagement dan secondary control engagement dari variabel coping stress. Implikasinya disarankan untuk mencari dukungan emosi yang tepat dan menggunakan strategi koping primary dan secondary coping engagement.
Analisis Hukum Problematika Jaringan Sutet Sebagai Proyek Strategis Nasional (PSN) Serta Solusi Dari Perspektif Hukum Pancasila
Authors: Fahmi Wahyu
Published: February 2024

Abstract. Residents of the Talaga Bestari housing complex, Cikupa, Tangerang, agreed to reject the construction of the 500 KV SUTET (Extra High Voltage Airline) line that runs through their residential area because it violates regulations, endangers the community, and has never been included in the Tangerang Spatial Development Plan. The development of the Sutet network by a national strategic project is a form of land acquisition, this is contained in Article 1 point 2 of Law no. 2 of 2012 concerning Land Acquisition for Development in the Public Interest which states that land acquisition is an activity of providing land by providing proper and fair compensation to the entitled party. This study uses a research method that is carried out is a type of normative legal research (doctrinal research), namely. library law research. With the aim of providing solutions to development conflicts with development solutions using the Pancasila perspective.
Analisis Kebijakan Mengatasi Kemacetan di DKI Jakarta dengan Metode Analisis Hirarki Proses
Authors: Khayu rohmi
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine the formulation of the congestion problem in DKI Jakarta by using the Process Hierarchy Analysis method and presenting policy alternatives to the congestion problem. This research uses a qualitative method which is a literature study. The results of the study show that the vehicle aspect is the root cause of congestion because owning a private vehicle has low economic value. Based on the policy analysis that has been carried out, the estimated number of vehicles in DKI Jakarta in 2025 will reach 29,150,000 units. Policies on controlling private vehicle ownership and improving an integrated public transportation system are policies that meet the policy criteria for overcoming congestion problems in DKI Jakarta in this study.
Pelaksanaan Program Bantuan Stimulan Perumahan Swadaya (BSPS) bagi Masyarakat Berpenghasilan Rendah (MBR)
Authors: Khayu rohmi
Published: February 2024

Poverty is a phenomenon that is discussed almost throughout the country and is a situation where there is an inability to meet basic needs such as clothing, food, shelter, as well as education and health. This research aims to analyze the implementation of the Self-Help Housing Stimulant Assistance policy as one of the poverty alleviation programs in Indonesia. The research method used is a qualitative method with a literature review approach. The results showed that the Self-Help Housing Stimulant Assistance Program for Low-Income Communities designed by the government in the hope of reducing poverty and overcoming housing backlogs, but the BSPS Program for MBR carried out in Indonesia was only able to overcome poverty but was unable to overcome housing backlogs.
The interplay between animal location accuracy and the decorrelation length scale of environmental variables when investigating environmental selection in marine organisms
Authors: Pinti J , Shatley M , Huntley HS , Carlisle A , Oliver MJ
Published: February 2024

Many large pelagic organisms appear to select specific oceanic conditions, probably due to physiological, energetic, reproductive, or other life history needs. However, prior to characterizing these dynamics and determining their underlying drivers, the selection itself must be reliably identified. Our ability to do so depends on the quality of animal locations and on the heterogeneity of the environmental conditions driving selection. To draw meaningful conclusions about environmental selection of large organisms and therefore about their basic ecology, distribution, and ultimately their potential exploitation and conservation, limits of selection detectability must be established. Here, we investigated how animal location accuracy and environmental variable decorrelation length scales impact the ability to detect environmental selection by marine organisms. We created synthetic tracks cuing on environmental variables potentially relating to life history demands, like sea surface temperature, chlorophyll a concentration, and Lagrangian coherent structures. By artificially imposing different animal selection strengths and location accuracies, we assessed how well environmental selection can be detected statistically in different cases. We found medium or strong selection to be reliably detected, even with relatively small samples and large position uncertainty, while weak selection presented similarly to no selection, especially for large sample sizes and position uncertainties. We therefore recommend using a selection strength threshold, which can significantly reduce the number of false positives while only increasing the risk of false negatives in cases of very weak selection, which are also less meaningful ecologically. We provide criteria to use when assessing confidence in environmental selection results for real marine organisms.
Local and regional variation in kelp loss and stability across coastal British Columbia
Authors: Starko S , Timmer B , Reshitnyk L , Csordas M , McHenry J , Schroeder S , Hessing-Lewis M , Costa M , Zielinksi A , Zielinksi R , Cook S , Underhill R , Boyer L , Fretwell C , Yakimishyn J , Heath WA , Gruman C , Hingmire D , Baum JK , Neufeld CJ
Published: February 2024

Kelp forests are among the most abundant coastal marine habitats but are vulnerable to climate change. The Northeast Pacific has experienced recent large-scale changes in kelp abundance and distribution, but little is known about changes north of the British Columbia (BC)-Washington border. Here, we assessed whether and how floating canopy kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera, Nereocystis luetkeana) distributions have changed in recent decades along the extensive coast of BC. We assembled and analysed available kelp distributional data, comparing snapshots of kelp linear extent from 1.5-3 decades ago (1994-2007) to recently collected data (2017-2021) across 11 different subregions spanning the province. We then leveraged timeseries, where available (n = 7 data sets), to contextualise patterns of change. In aggregate, the data suggest that kelp forests have declined considerably in some parts of the province, but with variable patterns of change across BC. In the warmest areas (southern BC), kelp persistence was negatively correlated with mean summer sea surface temperatures, which at times exceeded known thermal tolerances. In contrast, in northern subregions, top-down control by sea urchins and otters appeared to modulate kelp dynamics, with declines occurring in 2 subregions despite cool ocean temperatures. Timeseries data suggest that many declines occurred around the 2014-2016 marine heatwave, an event associated with sustained warming and altered trophic dynamics. Our results suggest that the extent of BC’s kelp forests has declined in some places in recent decades, but that regional and local-scale factors influence their responses to environmental change.
KRİPTO PARALARIN HACZİ
Authors: AYMAZ Ahmet
Published: February 2024

TÜRKÇE ÖZET

Kripto paralar, Bitcoin alım satım işlemlerinin başladığı 2009 yılından beri hayatımızın içindedir. İnsanlar arasında kripto para kullanımı hızla artmaktadır. Türk Hukuk’unda kripto paraların hukuki niteliği ayrı bir kanun ile belirlenmiş değildir.

Çalışmamızda kripto paraların hukuki niteliği bakımından kişisel kanaatlerimizi, benzer kavramlar ile karşılaştırarak belirtmeye çalışacağız. Kripto paraların, hukuki niteliğindeki belirsizliğin boyutunun takip hukuku bakımından haczine engel olmadığını göstereceğiz. Kripto paraların icra hukukunda hangi takip yollarına konu edilebileceğine ilişkin kanaatlerimizi belirteceğiz. Haczedilen kripto paralara uygulanabilecek güvenlik tedbirlerini değerlendireceğiz ve bu konuda bazı öneriler sunacağız.

Hukuki nitelik bakımından kanaatimizi kısa bir şekilde belirteceğiz. Sonra, “parasal değeri olan şeylerin haczi mümkündür” bilgisinden hareketle kripto para haczinin Türk Hukuk’unda nasıl gerçekleştirilebileceği hakkında kanaatlerimizi belirteceğiz. Kripto paralara ilişkin, uygulamada karşılaşılacak problemlerde kıyas yolu bir çözüm önerisi olarak inceleyeceğiz ve bu sırada kanun değişiklikleri hakkında görüşlerimizi de belirteceğiz.

Çalışmada kripto paraların hukuki niteliği hakkında kanaatlerimizi belirtebilmek için zaruri gördüğümüz ölçüde maddi hukuk (eşya hukuku) ve iktisadi açıklamalara gireceğiz. Çalışmamızda, konumuz takip hukuku sınırları içerisinde kalmaya çalışacağız.
ANALISIS PENERAPAN STANDAR AKUNTANSI KEUANGAN ENTITAS MIKRO, KECIL, DAN MENENGAH (SAK EMKM) DAN ASAS KEBERLANJUTAN USAHA PADA USAHA MIKRO, KECIL, DAN MENENGAH
Authors: Tambariki Yuliana -
Published: February 2024

Minimnya pemahaman Usaha Mikro, Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM) terhadap pencatatan serta pelaporan keuangan yang sesuai dengan standar yang berlaku saat ini, maka tujuan dilakukan penelitian dalam skripsi ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana UMKM memahami pentingnya penyusunan laporan keuangan sesuai dengan Standar Akuntansi Keuangan Entitas Mikro Kecil, dan Menengah (SAK EMKM), kesiapan UMKM mengimplementasikan SAK EMKM dalam laporan keuangannya, menerapkan pencatatan laporan keuangan sesuai konsep akrual basis, menerapkan konsep entitas bisnis, serta memiliki sumber daya yang sudah memadai. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis metode penelitian case study research (studi kasus) dan bersifat deskriptif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk Mengetahui sejauh mana pengimplentasian dan menganalis Penerapan Standar Akuntansi Keuangan Entitas Mikro, Kecil, Dan Menengah (Sak Emkm), menganalisis aspek Going Concern atau keberlangusngan pelaku usaha Mikro, Kecil, Dan Menengah (Sak Emkm) Pada Usaha Mikro, Kecil, Dan Menengah yang diterapkan oleh 8 UMKM yang ada di kelurahan Paal 4 dapat memiliki nilai keberlanjutan usaha yang dapat bertahan. Hasil penelitian dalam laporan keuangan yang dibuat oleh UMKM dengan laporan keuangan berdasarkan SAK EMKM tentang penyajian laporan keuangan menunjukan bahwasannya masih terdapat akun yang belum sesuai karena penyajian nama akun dan pengukuran yang tidak sesuai dengan SAK EMKM yang berlaku. Kesalahan ini terjadi karena UMKM tidak memperbaharui pengetahuan tentang perkembangan standar akuntansi keuangan yang berlaku saat ini, hal ini disebabkan kurang memadainya sumber daya manusia. Hal ini didukung dengan bukti bahwa dari hasil tabel perbandingan menunjukan bahwa masih terdapat UMKM yang tidak membuat secara utuh laporan keuangan yang sesuai dengan SAK EMKM.
IMPLEMENTATION OF ASSESSMENT CENTERS IN HUMAN RESOURCE GOVERNANCE AT SIDOARJO REGIONAL GENERAL HOSPITAL
Authors: Indrayana Samuel Indrayana , Kurniawan Bagus Ananda
Published: February 2024

Abstrak

Tidak semua pegawai RSUD Sidoarjo terlebih pegawai tidak tetap memiliki kompetensi sesuai bidang pekerjaan di RSUD Sidoarjo.  Hal tersebut dapat terjadi karena bahwa setiap pegawai berpotensi terjadi dinamika kompetensi, kinerja, dan bakat yang fluktuatif. Oleh karena itu, setiap pegawai tersebut perlu adanya maintenance untuk menjaga kualitas kerja pegawai. Tujuan dilakukan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui penerapan metode assessment center yang tepat dalam tata kelola SDM di RSUD Sidoarjo. Penelitian ini dianalisis dengan analisis data model Miles, Huberman dan Saldana yang terdiri dari kondensasi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan penerapan metode assessment center yang tepat dalam tata kelola SDM di RSUD Sidoarjo yakni dengan tes tertulis dan wawancara serta penilaian oleh tim penilai untuk mengamati perilaku, keterampilan dan kemampuan peserta. Hasil penelitian juga menunjukkan bahwa kendala penerapan assessment center dalam tata kelola SDM di RSUD Sidoarjo yakni waktu, anggaran dan keterbatasan penilaian terhadap kinerja nyata pegawai.

 Kata Kunci:Assessment Center, Pegawai, Tata Kelola SDM