bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Improving Community Knowledge and Behavior in the One House One Jumantik Program in Dengue Control
Authors: Ridha Muhammad Rasyid , Aisyah St , Triana Yuli , Priono Mochamad , Jumriadi Jumriadi
Published: May 2023

Indonesia is a dengue-endemic country with cases of death every year, including East Kalimantan. One house one jumantik/larva monitor (G1R1J), has been carried out in Samarinda, East Kalimantan but has never been evaluated and implemented. This study aims to determine the communities’ knowledge, attitudes, and actions regarding G1R1J, as well as to see the effect of mentoring by cadres. This research is a quasi-experimental research with a control design. The research activities took time from March - November 2019. Measurements were taken before and after treatment by conducting a pre-test and post-test in Sidodadi Village as an intervention and Dadimulia as a control. The sample size in this study was 300 respondents with the criteria of the occupants of the house/building appointed/person in charge of implementing G1R1J. The instrument used is a questionnaire. T-test statistics are used to determine differences in the control and treatment areas, as well as before and after the intervention. The results showed an increase in knowledge, attitudes, and actions regarding the understanding, symptoms, and causes of dengue fever, as well as about one house one jumantik/larva monitor (G1R1J) after assisting cadres when compared to the control area. There was a statistical difference between the treated areas when compared to the good control areas. Optimum utilization of cadres should be an alternative to reduce the incidence of DHF in the community.
Rice Husk Waste: Impact on Environmental Health and Potential as Biogas
Authors: Matin Hashfi Hawali Abdul , Syafrudin Syafrudin , Suherman Suherman
Published: May 2023

Indonesia is an agricultural country with dry-milled grain production reaching 55.6 million tons in 2022. Besides producing an abundance of rice, milled dry rice also results in waste in the form of rice husks. The handling of rice husk waste is mostly by burning. The smoke from burning is toxic, so it has a poor impact on environmental health. This study is regarding the effect of improper management of rice husks on environmental health, the utilization of rice husks in biogas energy, and its potential in Indonesia. Air quality measurement in areas burning rice husks on the parameters SO2, CO, NO2, and PM10 regarding the method of the Indonesian National Standard. Then anaerobic laboratory-scale research to convert rice husk into biogas. Chemical pretreatment was carried out with 3% NaOH and the C/N ratio determined was 25. Condition variations were determined for L-AD with 7% TS and SS-AD with 17% TS. We found that burning rice husks harm on environmental health. It is indicated by the SO2 and PM10 parameters exceeding the quality standards, namely 167 and 132 µg/m3.The NO2 parameter almost reached the quality standard, namely 178 µg/m3. Generated rice husk can be converted into renewable energy in biogas with good productivity in SS-AD conditions, with biogas production reaching 75.2 mL.gTS-1. Biogas potential from rice husks reached 1.5 million liters. It can support energy security for Indonesia.
Group Discussion and Booklet for Tuberculosis Prevention in Manado
Authors: Rambi Elne Vieke , Konoralma Ketrina , Sumenge Dionysius
Published: May 2023

The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of using focus group discussions and booklets for the prevention of tuberculosis in Manado. Type of Research "A quasy experimental design with Pre and Post Test Group ". The population is tuberculosis patients who seek treatment at the Public Health Center as many as 200 cases. Samples were taken using the Slovin formula and met the inclusion criteria of 113 respondents. Collecting data by providing counseling using booklets, and Group Disccussion. The data was processed using the "Wilcoxon Test" statistical test. The results showed that the gender of women was 69(61%), high school education 66(58,4%), housewife occupation 43(38,1%), average age 43,75+Std.15,095. Result of research: cause of pre test 96(85%), post test 105(92,92%) p0,000, pre test 63(55,8%) post test 90(79,64%), p0,000; source of pre-test transmission 75(66.4%) post-test 91(80.53%), p0.000, risk of pre-test transmission 67(53.9%), post-test 93(82.30%) p0.000, seeking treatment pre test 97(85.8%, post test 109(96.46%), p0.000, prevention pre test 75(66.4%), post test 101(89.38%), p0.000, recovery pre test 109(96.5%) post test 107(94.7%) p0.000, treatment 107(94.7%), post test 110(97.34%), p0.000, nutritious food pre test 100(88.5%) post test 105(92.92%), p0.000.- Conclusion: There is a very significant effect between the use of focus group discussions and booklets in improving the knowledge, attitudes and behavior of respondents. Suggestion: Continue to carry out health education to improve the knowledge, attitudes and behavior of patients.
Maternal Anxiety and Sleep Quality Affects of Neonatal Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor
Authors: Yanis Amel , Yuda Rahmi Andrita , Karmia Hudila Rifa
Published: May 2023

Anxiety conditions and sleep disorders in pregnant women will affect theBrain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) level of the baby's umbilical cord blood, which will then affect the growth and development of the baby. This study aims to assess the relationship between maternal anxiety and sleep quality with neonates' BDNF levels. The research design was a cross-sectional study. Pregnant Women who gave birth by cesarean delivery method with a gestational age of ≥ 37 weeks, Totally 78 pregnant women were recruited. Anxiety levels and sleep quality were assessed by questionnaire, and BDNF levels were taken from the umbilical cord blood and then checked using the ELISA method. Data were analyzed by One-Way-Anova and Independent T-test. There was a significant association between anxiety levels and sleep quality with Neonatal BDNF levels (p = 0.000). The results obtained for pregnant women without anxiety, the mean level of BDNF is 2.017 ± 0.138 ng /ml, mild anxiety the mean value of BDNF level is 1.792 ±0.134 ng/ml, moderate anxiety the mean value of BDNF level is 1.708±0.177 ng/ ml, severe anxiety the mean value of BDNF levels was 1.585±0.257 ng/ml . Pregnant women with good sleep quality had the mean BDNF level of 1.969±0.211 ng/ml, while the mean BDNF level of poor sleep quality was 1.673 ±0.188 ng/ml. Conclusion: The higher the anxiety level of pregnant women, the lower the average Neonatal BDNF level is. The worse the sleep quality of pregnant women, the lower the average Neonatal BDNF level is.
Stunting in Toddlers (6-60 Months): Parenting Pattern, Mother's Education Level, Infectious Diseases, and Breastfeeding
Authors: Kasmita Kasmita , Tasrif Nabila , Darlis Santi Titen
Published: May 2023

Stunting is a form of failure to thrive which reflects chronic and multidimensional nutritional problems. This study aims to analyze the relationship between a mother's education level, exclusive breastfeeding, and a history of infectious disease on stunting at the age of toddlers (6-60) months. The research design was cross-sectional with a purposive sampling technique. This study was conducted on mothers who have toddlers aged (6-60) months in the working area of the Seberang Padang Health Center as many as 60 people. Data collection techniques in this study were through survey methods and direct interviews with mothers who have toddlers. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test. The results showed a significant relationship between exclusive breastfeeding (p-value = 0.001; 0.067) and a history of infectious disease (p-value = 0.028; 0.218) with stunting. However, there is no significant relationship between a mother’s education level and stunting. This research can be said that exclusive breastfeeding and a history of the disease are the risks of stunting. The need for special attention and improvement of health promotion and education programs for the Seberang Padang Health Center in preventing stunting in toddlers.
Sleep Quality Affects Humoral Response in Recipients of Two-Dose Sinovac Vaccines
Authors: Hananta Linawati , Larasati Victoria , Surilena Surilena
Published: May 2023

To curb the COVID-19 pandemic, the government distributed Sinovac vaccines. Sleep mediates immune function, including post-vaccination antibody response. This study aimed to analyze whether there was a difference in post-vaccination antibody levels in Sinovac vaccine recipients with poor and good sleep quality. This study used analytical observations of recipients of the two-dose Sinovac vaccine in 2021. Primary data included age, sex, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire, and post-vaccination IgG-SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels. The PSQI and IgG SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels were measured a month after the second vaccination. Participants with non-reactive antibody levels before the first vaccination were included, and participants with incomplete data were excluded. The Mann-Whitney test was used to look for associations between sleep quality and post-vaccination IgG SARS-CoV-2 levels. Univariate analysis showed that of 54 participants, 37 (68.5%) were male, and 28 (51.9%) had poor sleep quality. 15 participants (27.78%) were in the 36-45 age group, and median antibody levels in participants who received the second Sinovac Vaccine was 223.5 (199.01) units/mL. Post-vaccination IgG SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels were significantly associated with sleep quality (p=0.036).
Mortality of the Pregnant Women with COVID-19 at Referral Hospitals in Central Java, Indonesia
Authors: Jati Sutopo Patria , Pramana Cipta , Wibowo Bambang , Sudjagat Hery , Murni Murni
Published: May 2023

Pregnant women have a high potential for infectious infections including Covid-19. This study focused on analysing the characteristics and outcomes of 95 maternal deaths that were caused by COVID-19. This observational-retrospective study descriptively analysed 95 maternal deaths due to COVID-19. The study was conducted in June – July 2021 at the COVID-19 Referral hospitals in Central Java Province. The study found that the majority of these deaths occurred in women between the ages of 20 to 35, with 74% falling in this age range. Furthermore, the study found that 63.2% of the patients required treatment for more than 48 hours. The study also noted that almost all of the women who died (98.9%) had not been vaccinated against COVID-19. Of the patients who received treatment, 73.7% received standard therapy. Additionally, 55.8% of the patients had a moderate condition when admitted to the hospital. More than half of the patients (52.6%) died in the intensive care unit (ICU). Furthermore, 63.2% of the patients arrived at the hospital alone. This data may suggest that some of these women were not receiving adequate support or medical care before their hospitalisation.
Los Juegos Olímpicos de San Luis y la nueva suerte deportiva descubierta de América
Authors: DELSAHUT Fabrice
Published: May 2023

En 1904, en San Luis, Missouri, las competiciones Olímpicas y las Jornadas Antropológicas, quedaron perdidas entre el caos de una exposición internacional, la Exposición de la Compra de Louisiana. A pesar de que se esperaba que prevaleciera el espíritu universal, en San Luis destacaron los prejuicios raciales de sus organizadores. En contra de lo que los diferentes presidentes del COI trataban con esfuerzo de hacer creer en las décadas anteriores, el efecto de las investigaciones raciales sobre las formas de pensamiento deportivo no se quedó solamente en una desafortunada ocasión en la historia del Movimiento Olímpico. Nos gustaría demostrar, a partir de estos hechos, de qué modo las ciencias del deporte, junto con la antropología en auge, comenzaron a apoyar a causas tan cuestionables como la jerarquía racial o el derecho de colonización y de qué modo aportaron una gran contribución al nacimiento de unos Estados Unidos que colocaban al deporte en el corazón de su constitución. San Luis representó la oportunidad de definir nuevas fronteras físicas, geográficas, raciales y tecnológicas.Palabras clave: Jornadas Antropológicas, Juegos Olímpicos, Razas, Deporte. THE OLYMPIC GAMES OF ST. LOUIS AND THE NEW AMERICAN SPORTING “MANIFEST DESTINY”In 1904, in St. Louis, Missouri, the Olympic competitions and the Anthropology Days were lost in the chaos of a World Show, the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. In spite of the universal spirit that was expected to prevail, Saint-Louis showed the racial prejudices of their organizers. The impact of the race studies on the ways of thinking sport, contrary to what the different chairmen of the IOC tried hard to make believe during the new decades, was not only an unfortunate moment in the history of the Olympic movement. From these facts, we would like to show how sports sciences and burgeoning anthropology began, together, to serve such questionable causes as racial hierarchy and the right to colonize and how they greatly contributed to the birth of an American nation that put sport in the heart of its constitution. St. Louis so represented the opportunity to define new technological, racial, geographical, and physical frontiers.Key words: Anthropological Days, Olympic Games, Races, Sport.
Las termas romanas, establecimientos precursores de los actuales centros acuáticos de ocio
Authors: TUERO DEL PRADO Concepción E.
Published: May 2023

Las Termas constituyeron un referente en las civilizaciones antiguas no solo como lugar donde se exponía la característica interpretación del ocio de Roma, sino también en otros ámbitos que abarcan la arquitectura y la decoración, pero especialmente el relativo a las prácticas físicas y cuidados corporales generados en ellas. En este trabajo se pretende revisar las singularidades de estos ancestrales establecimientos acuáticos como espacios en los que los romanos pretendían relajarse, socializarse o disfrutar de su tiempo libre. El declive de las termas no supuso que éstas fueran postergadas en el transcurso de la historia. Por el contrario, sus dependencias y los usos generados en torno a las mismas aún se consideran vigentes en la nueva ola emergente de equipamientos acuáticos. Esto nos ha permitido también conocer algunos apuntes relativos a la evolución histórica del baño, y al mantenimiento de ciertos ritos y tradiciones. De esta manera comprobamos el revelador influjo que las antiguas instalaciones han ejercido en las actuales, así como su incidencia en la restablecida cultura del agua en el marco del ocio. Palabras clave: Instalaciones acuáticas, antigüedad, baño, usos sociales, ocio. ROMAN BATHS, PRECURSORS OF PRESENT-DAY AQUATIC LEISURE CENTRESBaths set the standard in ancient civilizations. They were places which were showcases not merely for the characteristic Roman interpretation of leisure, but also for other features such as their architecture and decor, and especially for the physical exercises and body care that took place in them. This paper is aimed at reviewing the striking aspects of these ancient aquatic establishments, spaces to which the Romans went in order to relax, socialize, or enjoy their free time. The decline of the ancient baths did not mean that they were simply relegated to the scrap-heap of history. On the contrary, their installations and the uses made of them are still seen as valid in the newly emerging trend in aquatic complexes. This has also made it possible to learn of various facets in the historical evolution of bathing facilities, and the maintaining of certain rituals and traditions. In this way it is possible to see the revealing influences that ancient establishments have had on their present-day counterparts, together with their impact on the now re-established culture of water in a leisure context.Keywords: Aquatic facilities, antiquity, baths, social uses, leisure.
La victoria olímpica de Margarita Broquedis en los Juegos Olímpicos de 1912: el impacto en la imagen de la mujer deportista
Authors: PETER Jean-Michel
Published: May 2023

En 1912, Margarita Broquedis, la única mujer miembro del equipo de Francia, obtuvo la medalla de oro en los Juegos Olímpicos de Estocolmo. En esa época, el lugar de las mujeres en el deporte y la sociedad era objeto de debate. Aprovechando el centenario de los Juegos Olímpicos de Estocolmo, nos propusimos rescatar las circunstancias de aquella campeona olvidada a partir de las referencias y testimonios aparecidos en la prensa de la época. Margarita Broquedis reivindicó, gracias a su victoria olímpica, un estatus de deportista de alto nivel, adelantando un entrenamiento que desde su visión debía ser igual que el de los hombres. Fue preciso esperar un siglo para que el COI integrara la paridad Hombre/Mujer en su estatus.
Forjando los Juegos Olímpicos de Barcelona: la contribución e influencia de Narciso Masferrer y Sala en la configuración del deporte nacional e internacional (1900-1910
Authors: TORREBADELLA-FLIX Xavier
Published: May 2023

En la emergencia del asociacionismo deportivo de principios del siglo XX en España sobresale la figura del publicista y directivo deportivo Narciso Masferrer y Sala. Aunque es reconocida la influencia que desde Barcelona ejerció Nasferrer para fomentar y proteger el deporte español, no existen apenas estudios que se ocupen en ampliar y profundizar esta faceta. Es por ello que el objeto de estudio que abordamos se centra en reconocer la influencia que desde Barcelona ejerció Masferrer, para que esta ciudad liderase la vanguardia del deporte nacional y buscara una proyección y reconocimiento internacional. El presente trabajo se aborda a partir de la revisión hemerográfica de la prensa deportiva catalana y de las noticias de la época. Entre los resultados presentamos una nómina de las principales asociaciones deportivas fundadas en Barcelona y otra de los eventos deportivos más destacados entre 1900 y 1910. El estudio concluye como desde las páginas de El Mundo Deportivo, periódico fundado y dirigido por Masferrer, se visualiza la primera apuesta de internacionalización deportiva y turística de Barcelona. Este hecho hace de Masferrer una figura clave en los albores y expansión deporte contemporáneo enEspaña.Palabras Clave: Narciso Masferrer y Sala, El Mundo Deportivo, historia del deporte, historia de Barcelona CREATING OLYMPIC GAMES OF BARCELONA: THE CONTRIBUTION AND INFLUENCE OF NARCISO MASFERRER Y SALA ON THE CONFIGURATION OF NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL SPORT (1900-1910).Abstract:Within the emergence of sports associationism at the beginning of the c.20 in Spain, the figure the publicist and sports director Narciso Masferrer y Sala is predominant. Although the influence that Nasferrer exercised from Barcelona in fostering and protecting Spanish sport, there are practically no studies concerned with providing a broader and deeper assessment of this aspect. In light of this, our current study focuses on recognizing the influence that Masferrer exerted from Barcelona, in order that this city could lead the vanguard of national sport and search for international projection and recognition. This study is undertaken through a journalistic review of the Catalan sports press and other news of the period. Amongst our results, we present a list of the principal sports associations founded in Barcelona and another list with the most important sports events between 1900 and 1910. The study concludes that, in the pages of El Mundo Deportivo (“The Sports World”), a sports paper founded and directed by Masferrer, we see the first serious commitment from Barcelona to the internationalisation of both sports and tourism. This makes Masferrer a key figure in the outset and expansion of contemporary sport in Spain.Key words: Narciso Masferrer y Sala, El Mundo Deportivo, history of sport, history of Barcelona
Método LAMP como alternativa diagnostica para la detección del virus SARS-CoV-2
Authors: Méndez Tibambre María Elizabeth , Rodríguez Parra Zully Johana , Portela Dussan Diana Daniela , Bustamante Restrepo María Fernanda , Aristizábal Gutiérrez Fabio Ancizar
Published: May 2023

Introducción: el coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, causante de la enfermedad COVID-19 se ha convertido en un problema de salud pública mundial que requiere la implemen-tación de pruebas de diagnóstico rápidas y sensibles. Objetivo: evaluar y comparar el límite de detección del método LAMP con respecto al método estándar y aplicar el método RT-LAMP para el diagnóstico de SARS-CoV-2 en muestras clínicas de pacientes colombianos. Métodos: se realizó un estudio descriptivo y transversal, analizando un total de 25 muestras de hisopado nasofaríngeo incluyendo muestras negativas y positivas para SARS-CoV-2, a través del método RT-LAMP comparado con el método estándar RT-qPCR. Resultados: el método LAMP detectó ~18 copias del gen N, en 30 min, demostrando un límite de detección similar al obtenido con el método estándar, en un menor tiempo y una concordancia en RT-LAMP del 100 % con los resultados. Conclusiones: RT-LAMP es un método sensible, específico y rápido que puede ser empleado para el diagnóstico de la enfermedad COVID-19.
METHODS FOR REDUCING NOTCH SENSITIVITY OF HYBRID PSEUDO-DUCTILE POLYMER COMPOSITES WITH FABRIC REINFORCEMENT: EXPERIMENTAL STUDY
Authors: Leshkov E. V. , Olivenko N. A. , Kudryavtsev O. A. , Sapozhnikov S. B.
Published: May 2023

Composite materials reinforced with synthetic fibres have been used in aviation and space technology for more than half a century. Fibre-reinforced composites with high specific strength and corrosion resistance are an attractive alternative to traditional structural materials, including steels, aluminium and titanium alloys. At the same time, composites based on carbon and glass fibres are inherently brittle structural materials with high strength sensitivity to stress concentrations due to the design features of the structures or defects that occur in operation. One way to solve this problem is hybridisation which makes it possible to increase the nonlinearity of the composite stress-strain diagram and reduce sensitivity to notches. Hybrid composites combine several types of reinforcing filler with different fracture strains and exhibit a pronounced pseudo-ductile plateau in tension. Such material behaviour ensures the redistribution of stresses near the concentrator and potentially reduce notch sensitivity. When designing hybrids, it is necessary to take into account the influence of different factors including the ratio between the components and their lay-up, using various technological methods, and the specific strength of the finished material. This paper presents the results of an experimental study on the strength of hybrid composites based on glass and carbon fabrics in the open hole tests. It was found that hybrids with an extended hardening area after the pseudo-yield plateau are were more notch sensitive. A low elongation component layers rotation on angles up to 10°, as well as the use of thin polymer veils, also reduce the sensitivity of the composite strength to the presence of the defects.
MODELING OF 3D-PRINTING PROCESSES FOR COMPOSITE TOOLING AND TRANSFER MOLDING OF GRID STRUCTURES
Authors: Shabalin L. P. , Puzyretskiy E. A. , Khaliulin V. I. , Batrakov V. V.
Published: May 2023

The paper discusses the method of obtaining a digital passport of the material and the development of a digital twin of the product at various stages of its manufacture. The object of research is a conical mesh structure. The subject of research is the processes occurring in the product at the manufacturing stages. The following main stages of creating a mesh structure were considered in the work: 3D printing of a workpiece tooling, laying out a carbon unidirectional material, heating and impregnation of the preform with a binder, polymerization of the binder, and warpage of the product geometry. An algorithm for determining the properties of materials and their calibration using modern software and hardware and universal equipment was described. Modeling of the tooling 3D printing process was carried out in the Ansys software package. Step-by-step technological modeling of the transfer molding process was carried out using the ESI PAM-COMPOSITE software package. The result of the simulation is the optimal technological manufacturing parameters and the geometry of the shaping tooling with anticipation of warping.
Czy można zbudować pełną teorię wartości?
Authors:   Uniwersytet Kazimierza Wielkiego, Polus-Rogalska Katarzyna
Published: May 2023

The considerations of scientists interested in political ethics about theory of values are related to the fields that aim to built an entire theory of axiological phenomena concerning history, sociology, political science and economy. (However, they do not explain all the moral problems.) In the article there are analyzed the definitions of values (with the moral evaluations) as well as the theories and systems of values. Besides, a classification of the contemporary ethical theories has been presented. The most important values are explain. It turns out that they do not must be treated with concrete social, political or economical assumptions. They emphasize, however – in majority – the independence, impartiality, value relativism and rationality of arguments. The most important of the contemporary theories of values are: the formalism, the utilitarism, the ethics of virtue and the ethics of love. After analyzing the sources, it seems that it is impossible yet to create an entire (one, general and universal) theory of values. Thus, the answer to the title question is negative.
Rola współczesnej Afryki na tle podziału Północ–Południe. Kryteria współczesnego podziału świata a problemy demokracji
Authors:   Uniwersytet Kazimierza Wielkiego, Męcner Katarzyna
Published: May 2023

To sum up all the foregoing considerations, it can be stated that a limited degree of social identification, together with political elites, constitutes an indispensable element of the functioning of political systems and those democratic ones, as well. Unfortunately, Africa is still a place of alienation tendency, manifested by political elites, which constitutes a basis prone to social conflicts. However, Africa has to encounter difficulties resulting from long-term colonial oppression. The problem also concerns various religions, from Muslims, Christians to the faith in traditional tribal gods. All this is a consequence of historical past. In order to make the plans for its development work, Africa has to defeat its biggest enemies first – the problem of famine, constant conflicts and dozens of wasted opportunities to stabilize the continent. Africa is abundant with such natural resources that no other country has them. “ In the moment of creation of the world God felt tired with the creation process, so he sat down and fell asleep. When he set off to continue his journey, he noticed that he had left a bag full of natural resources, which had been destined for other continents. That is why we have all the natural resources from the periodic table, such as: copper, uranium, cobalt, gold, diamonds, bauxite and oil,” said Isidore Mavambu Matumona Charge d’Affaires of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. What is also paradoxical, is the fact that Africa is the poorest continent of all, with civil wars, genocide, famine, lack of water and spreading disease, such as AIDS and malaria, which are considered to be world’s plagues. The solution to these problems lies in incorporating full stabilization in the continent. The interest in Africa is slightly smaller than directly after decolonization and the famous year 1960. The Fall of the Berlin Wall, changes in the countries of Middle East Europe in 1989 and the collapse of USSR directed the interest towards Europe. Africa appears in the public eye, only when it comes to events such as those in Sudanese Darfur, Ruanda or Somalia.
Kompetencje obywatelskie studentów Uniwersytetu Kazimierza Wielkiego w świetle badań empirycznych w 2007 roku
Authors: Janikowski Łukasz
Published: May 2023

The main aim of this article, which is an effect of the empirical research, is to present political awareness and political activity of the students of Uniwersytet Kazimierza Wielkiego. What is more, the article presents young people’s perception and evaluation of politics, and gives the answer to the question of the place of politics in their lives. The reason of the research was to reveal the problem of subjectivity of the students in the field of politics. The research and its results gave the opportunity to form a couple of conclusions. Negative perception of politics is reflected in low interests in political issues and politics itself. Nevertheless, interest can be found, but lies in watching political events rather than taking action. Consequently it results in the lack of activity in the socio-political life. Although the students are politically aware, their activity is limited to participation in general or local election. They also follow political news. What is more a negative attitude towards the word “politics” and lack of fundamental political knowledge among students can be noticed.
Lone male loser? Effects of spatial isolation on male pairing success in the Ortolan Bunting (Emberiza hortulana)
Authors: Steifetten Øyvind , Starholm Trude , Dale Svein
Published: May 2023

Cover photo: Male Ortolan Bunting. Photo: Frode Falkenberg.  
In small, isolated or fragmented bird populations, past studies have shown that there can be a high proportion of unpaired males. Low male pairing success is suggested to be the result of female-biased natal dispersal and low female recruitment. Indirect evidence indicates that such an effect operates among populations with different degrees of isolation, but little is known of how isolation affects male pairing success within populations. The Norwegian population of Ortolan Buntings (Emberiza hortulana) is distributed in about 50 discrete patches in an area of nearly 500 km2. In this study, we examined whether patch isolation and individual male isolation affected male pairing success. The population has a strongly male-biased sex ratio, with almost half of all males being unpaired. We found that male pairing successs was negatively related to isolation of patches and isolation of individual males in most analyses, and with significant effects in particular in some analyses of individual isolation. Patch population size was measured as the total number of males observed in a particular patch in a specific year and did not have an effect on male pairing success, and was not related to patch isolation. Even though some tests were statistically significant, the magnitude of effects were small and there was large variance in male pairing success. Variance in success suggests that other factors than isolation such as male age or experience may be just as important for male fitness within our study population. Furthermore, we suggest that small effects of isolation were due to the ability of Ortolan Buntings to move large distances within the breeding season, and that isolation effects on small spatial scales are more likely for species with restricted dispersal, such as resident species or species with high population density.
Hybridisation effect of steel–polypropylene fibres in high-volume fly ash concrete
Authors: Mishra Onkar , Singh Surinder Pal , Mishra Shweta
Published: May 2023

The paper presents the results of an investigation conducted to investigate the effects of hybrid fibres (polypropylene (PP) and steel (S) fibres on the workability, compressive strength, flexural strength and flexural toughness of high-volume fly ash concrete (HVFAC). Different combinations of PP and S fibres (PP fibre 0–100% and S fibre 100–0%) were incorporated to a total fibre volume fraction of 1.0%. Three different code methods were used for a comparative evaluation of various properties of the HVFAC (toughness, residual strength, cracking strength, etc.). It was found that the mixes with a higher percentage of PP fibre resulted in lower workability as compared to the mixes made with a higher percentage of S fibres. The HVFAC mix made with 25% PP fibre and 75% S fibre showed the best results of all concrete mixes and this combination is thus considered to be the most appropriate for fibre hybridisation in HVFAC.
Towards safer, more sustainable debris and security screens
Authors: Kitchen Amanda , Benn Jeremy , Cox Richard , Welton Phil
Published: May 2023

The UK has over 35 000 primary, debris and security screens, intended to prevent internal blockage of culverts by debris and/or entry to a hazardous culvert. Historically some screens were constructed with insufficient justification, insufficient area or poor detailing, increasing flood risk and unnecessary safety risks to operatives, especially during high river levels. In 2019, Ciria's Culvert, Screens and Outfall Manual (C786) replaced the Environment Agency's Trash and Security Screen Guide and Ciria's Culvert Design and Operation Guide. The manual encourages assessment of the ongoing need for screens and, where they cannot be removed, to take a systems approach that considers the wider watercourse and catchment. This paper presents findings from early experience of using the manual on an Environment Agency programme to assess the continuing need for 92 screens in England. Early indications are that avoiding unnecessary screens and removing or modifying existing screens can improve safety, help natural sediment and debris movement along a watercourse, reduce operational expenditure and support the net zero carbon dioxide target and UN SDG 13: Climate action. It is recognised that every screen is unique and not every situation is covered by guidance. A novel design that reduces risk can be justified with documented rational analysis.
visión dialéctica de fundamentos epistemológicos para la incorporación de las TIC en el acto pedagógico en tiempos transicionales de la pandemia del Covid-19
Authors: Albarracín Jaimes Anayive
Published: May 2023

Propósito: El  presente  trabajo  muestra una visión dialéctica de fundamentos epistemológicos para la incorporación de las TIC en el acto pedagógico en tiempos transicionales de la pandemia del Covid-19 para la educación escolar. Descripción: Se aborda el contexto en el que emerge la pandemia del Covid-19 y se teoriza una visión de la pedagogía institucional a partir del uso de las TIC en la enseñanza para fundamentar una perspectiva didáctica acorde a las exigencias educativas actuales. Punto de vista: La transformación de la educación en tiempos de pandemia del Covid-19 exige llevar a cabo planteamientos de tipo epistémico en la educación, de manera tal que se promueva un cambio paradigmático en la forma de hacer lo educativo, en aras de generar rupturas y planteamientos teóricos que conecten la realidad educativa con el ejercicio docente. Conclusión: La puesta en práctica de un modelo reflexivo y crítico del profesorado y de los establecimientos educativos podrá generar condiciones y procesos que reconozcan la potencia del uso combinado de la tecnología y la pedagogía en forma continuada en tiempos de pandemia.
Improvement of sintering conversion technology of bauxite processing using solid fuel additives
Authors: Matyukhin V. I. , Matyukhina A. V. , Plesakin I. V.
Published: May 2023

In order to increase the technical and economic parameters of the process of sintering bauxite charges in a rotary furnace, it is the use of additives of finely divided solid fuel in them, which, without significantly deteriorating the value of the initial components, make it possible to intensify the development of internal crystal chemical transformations in the resulting specks due to changing the intensity of heat and mass exchange processes. Laboratory studies of thermal transformations in bauxite charge sinter showed that the use of solid fuel additives intensifies the development of internal heat and mass exchange processes, reducing the temperature difference in the cross section of samples. Increasing the addition of solid fuel to the bauxite charge contributes to shifting the compaction processes to the region of elevated heat treatment temperatures. Increasing the conditions for the development of internal crystal chemical transformations using an internal heat source in the form of solid fuel additives up to 1 % contributes to an increase in the yield of aluminum oxide and sodium into the solution after leaching the resulting cake. Ill. 3. Ref. 12.
The effect of chemical production waste ― aluminum-alkali sludge on the phase composition of porcelain stoneware
Authors: Abdrakhimova E. S. , Abdrakhimov V. Z.
Published: May 2023

The influence of aluminum-alkali sludge on the phase composition of porcelain stoneware based on kaolin clay has been studied. Porcelain stoneware with high physical and mechanical properties was obtained. at a firing temperature of 1250 o C. X-ray phase and IR-spectroscopic analyses showed the presence of quartz, cristobalite, mullite, corundum and glass phase in the porcelain stoneware, and the content of the latter is not less than 50 %. High physical and mechanical parameters (strength, frost resistance, heat resistance, etc.) corundum and mullite give porcelain stoneware. RF patent 2768886 was obtained for the developed formulations. Ill. 4. Ref. 20. Tab. 3.
Analysis of the Mental Foramen and Inferior Alveolar Canal pattern based on CBCT data
Authors: Vema N , Kaushik M , Soujanya E , Mehra N , George A
Published: May 2023

The mental foramen is located in a position where certain dental procedures may cause inadvertent damage to the mental nerve and lead to disorders of sensory functions such as altered sensa¬tion, complete numbness, and neuropathic pain, which are uncommon but severe treatment complications with significant medico-legal implications. Hence thorough knowledge of its anatomical relation to its surrounding structures is critical while undertaking dental procedures. To investigate the size, shape, and position of the mental foramen (MF), its distance from adjacent teeth and mandibular borders, and the pattern of the inferior alveolar canal using CBCT in the Indian subpopulation. This was a retrospective, cross-sectional study The study evaluated 310 CBCT scans (179 males, 131 females) in axial, sagittal, and coronal planes. CBCT scans were evaluated, mapped and measured for all the parameters listed above based on age and sex. Data were analyzed using ANOVA, independent‘t-test, and chi-square test. The size of MF is independent of age and sex; the most frequent shape of MF was Type III (round); location was below the apex of the second premolar (p>0.05). The distance of MF from the nearest root apex decreased with an increase in age and more in females than males (p>0.05). Inferior Alveolar Nerve Canal (IAC) pattern was perpendicular, and linear patterns of exit at MF were more common than anterior loops in all age groups.
Enseigner la grammaire turque
Authors: BERK Cybèle
Published: May 2023

L’enseignant de la langue turque parlerait volontiers des facilités d’apprentissage de cette langue ; alphabet phonétique, absence de genre, absence d’article, absence d’accord entre le sujet et le verbe, entre l’adjectif et le nom, régularité remarquable des conjugaisons, proximité phonétique avec le français, ainsi que des milliers de mots empruntés au français au 19e et 20e siècles.

Cela étant dit, tout apprentissage a ses servitudes, celui du turc n’y échappe pas. C’est une langue agglutinante, donc loin des langues flexionnelles, quelque peu déconcertant pour un apprenant francophone, du moins au début de son apprentissage. L’étonnement continue pour ce qui est de l’ordre syntaxique dont l’ordre inversé contrarie les débutants, sans oublier la nécessaire appropriation de l’harmonie vocalique, l’une des particularités du turc.

La sonorité turque demande ainsi une attention soutenue : bien qu’il y ait peu de sons sans équivalence en français, on doit néanmoins enseigner aux apprenants comment produire les quelques sons particuliers qu’ils n’ont jamais prononcés.

Nous allons d’abord évoquer l’état de la question des erreurs des apprenants dans la littérature pédagogique. Ensuite, à partir de notre propre expérience, nous tenterons de faire un inventaire des problèmes les plus fréquents rencontrés dans l’apprentissage de la grammaire turque, notamment par les francophones, puis nous en analyserons les causes et les conséquences de ces problèmes et enfin, nous proposerons des solutions pédagogiques pour les surmonter.
A CONTEMPORARY REVIEW OF THE ADVANCEMENTS IN JOINING TECHNOLOGIES FOR BATTERY APPLICATIONS
Authors: Palanivel Ramaswamy
Published: May 2023

The joining of multilayered foils to a conductive tab necessitates a joining process in the battery, which is an important storage device in renewable-energy sectors. Cell, module, and pack are the three levels of pouch cell joining in a battery pack. The joining of multi-layered dissimilar conductive materials is necessary for battery-pack fabrication. Mostly copper (Cu) and aluminium (Al) are used in battery-pack applications. The Cu and Al are characterized as high thermally and electrically conductive materials. However, obtaining a quality Cu-Al weld using conventional methods is hard and the durability of the weldments is uncertain. In general, the development of intermetallic compounds (IMCs) during welding is a major challenge for the joining of dissimilar materials due to the differences in the chemical and physical properties. This review addresses the battery packs and challenges involved in joining the conductive tabs. In addition, this review provides an insight into the suitability of various joining processes and explores their suitability for the joining of battery packs.
BIO-PRINTING OF FEMUR MODEL: A BONE SUBSTITUTE FOR BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH
Authors: Vasanthanathan A. , Kennedy Senthil Maharaj
Published: May 2023

This paper deals with the development of a medical support model that can be used as a prototype to study the anatomy of the femur and for biomechanical research experimentation related to bone plates. CT scan data of the femur bone are converted into a 3D model using MIMICS software and imported into a finite-element model for analysis. The materials selected for the fabrication of the femur model were PEEK and CF PEEK (infused with chopped carbon fibre). The femur bone model was analysed using ANSYS® WORKBENCH® 2021 R2 with different material properties. By conducting a subsequent FE analysis, the optimal material was finally arrived at. Using 3D-printing technology, the 3D model of the femur was fabricated by using a material spool with better properties suited for the femur bone. The FE results were compared with the experimental results of the fabricated femur model and the results of the CF PEEK bone model closely matched the properties of real human femur, and it can be used as a femur bone substitute for biomechanical investigations of bone plates instead of using a real femur.
Introducing Music and Movement-Based Self-Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Syarifatunnisaa Zayinna , Zahra Alliya Tsabita , Pratiwi Indy Ratna , Nurazizah Lathifah Indah , Budiman Rika Aprilia , Kurniawati Leli
Published: May 2023

This study aims to socialize an independent therapy program for parents of children with cerebral palsy. Self-therapy can be done at home using simple tools. In practice, this research conducts training through workshops and webinars. The workshops and webinars discussed the implementation of self-therapy and the use of maracas as a simple therapeutic tool. The method used is a qualitative method with a descriptive qualitative approach. The results of this study were reviewed from discussion data and interviews with the management and chairman of the Ramah Cerebral Palsy Bogor Foundation, that music-based self-therapy is easy to apply during a pandemic. Based on the research that has been done, music, motion, and song therapy are an effort to stimulate the development of motor aspects in children with cerebral palsy. This independent therapy based on music, motion, and song needs to be applied consistently to reduce wilting and stiffness in children.
Rational Emotive Behaviour Psychotherapy and Depressive Behaviour Among Secondary School Adolescents
Authors: Olanrewaju Muraina Kamilu , Musa Saleh , Mamud Wasilatu Saleh
Published: May 2023

The study was designed to examine rational emotive behaviour psychotherapy and depressive behaviour among secondary school adolescents in Yobe State, Nigeria. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 30 students for the study. The sample participants consist of 15 male and 15 female students. All selected samples were subjected to experimental. The quasi-experimental research design was used in the study. Beck’s Depressive Behavior Inventory (BDI) was administered to assess depressive behaviour before and after the intervention with a 0.85 reliability coefficient. Rational emotive behaviour psychotherapy (REBP) was employed as the treatment for the experimental group. t-test statistical tools using (SPSS) were used to test the 3 hypotheses formulated. The result revealed that REBP was significantly effective in depressive behaviour; the difference in the depressive behaviour was significant for Gender but not for age. Because of these findings, the study recommended that students should be trained on the effective usage of this intervention in REBP. Experts in educational counselling psychologists should intensify their effort to organize seminars/conferences on the implications of this intervention.
Preferences and Institutions in European (Dis)Integration
Authors: Crombez Christophe , Vangerven Pieterjan , Van Gruisen Philippe
Published: May 2023

In this article, we present a game-theoretical model of political (dis)integration, and the incentives voters and politicians face during integration processes. We apply the model to the European Union. Preference homogeneity and economies of scale do not suffice to explain European integration. Rather, integration decisions are taken within an institutional setting that involves politicians with interests that may diverge from those of the voters they represent. Such politicians may take integration decisions that are not in line with their voters’ interests as a result. We show that voters can in some circumstances prevent integration by strategically electing representatives who are farther away from them. The model provides novel insights into the process of European (dis)integration and the voter–politician dynamics that determine it. In addition, our model offers an alternative explanation for the relative success of extremist parties in the European Union.
Project of a 2nd level of difficulty walking tour in the Korosten urban territorial community
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv, Fedorenko Ye. , Demianenko S. ,   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv
Published: May 2023

The article describes the theoretical foundations of school tourism, sports tourism, the organization and conduct of a hiking trip of the 2nd degree of difficulty with schoolchildren. The state and development of school tourism in educational institutions of Korosten is highlighted. The conditions and resources of the Korosten urban territorial community were analyzed as a basis for the development of a school tourist trip. The selection of objects and the planning of the route passing through the territory of the city of Korosten and nearby villages (Zhytomyr region) were carried out. Examples of food rations, tourist equipment, and first-aid kits have been developed. Calculated estimate of the campaign. A project track of the route with a detailed description has been compiled.