bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Levels of AI applicable in smart cities
Authors:   Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Organization and Management, Department of Economics and Informatics, Czupryna-Nowak Aleksandra , Sachenko Svitlana ,   West Ukrainian National University, Department of Economic Evaluation and Business Audit
Published: February 2024

Purpose: A Smart City is the most essential ideology for city development. Technologies based on Artificial Intelligence are an indispensable part of this ideology. There is no smart city level in which its elements are not used. The article overviews the areas where cities have used technology based on Artificial Intelligence. The article aims to examine and present various applications of Artificial Intelligence in the context of smart cities. The article aims not only to identify and analyze the multiple levels at which AI can be used to improve the quality of life of residents and the efficiency of city services but also to draw attention to the challenges and potential implications related to the implementation of these technologies. Practical examples supported theoretical considerations. Design/methodology/approach: The article uses a literature search. An in-depth analysis of the techniques used in Polish cities, not only those boasting the name of smart city, was carried out. Findings: During research on the use of Artificial Intelligence in smart cities, several key areas were identified in which AI has a significant impact: traffic and transport management, energy management and sustainable development, public safety, waste, and natural resources management, services for residents and spatial planning and urban development. These results can serve as a basis for further research and development of AI implementation strategies in urban contexts. Originality/value: The critical value of the article is its ability to identify and analyze both the opportunities and challenges associated with implementing AI in cities. The article contributes to a deeper understanding of smart cities' potential benefits and risks through a balanced approach considering technological, social, ethical, and environmental aspects. Keywords: smart cities, Artificial Intelligence. Category of the paper: Research paper.
Total cost of ownership of fuel cell (FCEV) and electric (EV) buses in delivery of public transportation services on the example of Upper-Silesian and Zaglebie Metropolis
Authors:   Silesian University of Technology, Department of Logistics, Szulc Tomasz , Krawczyk Grzegorz ,   University of Economics in Katowice
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The purpose of the article is to determine and compare Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) metrics of buses operating in public transportation system depending on their powertrain. TCO is widely used method supporting decision making in purchases, taking into account all operational and extraordinary costs of delivery, operations, maintenance and liquidation of an asset in its lifecycle. It will provide answer to the question of sustainability of the business in the time horizon reflecting economic life on an asset, in this case – the vehicle. Design/methodology/approach: Main methods used in the paper are critical literature review concerning TCO models and its application for rolling stock, case study research conducted in the Upper Silesian and Zagłębie Metropolis aimed at collection of financial data. Gathered figures were used to develop comparative calculations of TCO for electric (EV) and fuel cell (FCEV) buses. Findings: In course of the research and analyses it was confirmed that the Total Cost of Ownership of the EV is significantly lower, comparing to FCEV, and only political decisions and significant public support of investments in FCEV buses may equalize TCO values for both types of powertrain. Sensitivity of TCO calculated against fuel and electricity prices is very low, and such depreciation of hydrogen fuel is very unlikely to take place. Research limitations/implications: Data gathered for EVs are real life, as carriers have long term experience in their use, whereas the data for FCEVs comes primarily from test drives and road tests carried out by the suppliers and carriers. Practical implications: Development of hydrogen technology still requires massive public financial support, otherwise the costs of bus operations with this type of powertrain is uncompetitive comparing to battery (EV) powertrain. Decarbonisation of the economy is then highly dependent on political priorities, since the businesses may not demonstrate sufficient interest in participation in this process, primarily due to higher costs and lack of attractive incentives. Originality/value: Originality of this approach results from rather infrequent use of this method, comparing to other, i.e. NPV. Use of TCO may facilitate decision making process as it does not require differential approach, comparing to NPV, however, for comparing different possible choices, such comparison of values may be also applied. Keywords: total cost of ownership, economic performance, public transportation, FCEV, EV. Category of the paper: conceptual paper, case study.
Procedure for the introduction of dietary supplements into the market – the (in)security of liberal regulations based on the example of Poland
Authors:   Department of Biosystems Engineering and Chemical Processes, Faculty of Production Engineering and Logistics, Opole University of Technology, Hys Katarzyna , Matuszek Dominika Barbara ,   Department of Biosystems Engineering and Chemical Processes, Faculty of Production Engineering and Logistics, Opole University of Technology, Olejnik Krzysztof ,   Department of Logistics, Faculty of Production Engineering and Logistics, Opole University of Technology, Bierczyński Karol ,   Department of Biosystems Engineering and Chemical Processes, Faculty of Production Engineering and Logistics, Opole University of Technology
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The EU and national (especially Polish) rules of law on dietary supplements’ marketing are relatively liberal. This creates potential opportunities and dangers in the market, especially for consumers. The aim of the paper was to analyse and assess the current regulations and to specify the required documentation for dietary supplements’ marketing in the Republic of Poland. Methodology: The study featured an analysis of literature concerning the current national and UE legislation as well as subject literature. Findings: This resulted in the specification of the procedure for dietary supplements’ marketing in Poland, the required documents and key aspects. The conducted studies and findings demonstrate that the marketing of supplements in Poland is not demanding. Originality/value: The applicant must file the notification document to the Main Sanitary Inspectorate (MSI). Due to the above, this paper specifies the opportunities and dangers of adverse events deriving from the relevant regulations, especially for consumers. Hence, the paper encourages to continue the discussion on fundamental issues taken up in this elaboration at the international level. Keywords: Supplement Dietary, Procedure for the Introduction, Regulations, Poland. Category of the paper: Research paper.
DEPİCTİON OF SLEEP AS A METAPHOR İN SYMBOLİST ART
Authors: YURDUSEVEN Züleyha , ERDOĞDU Neslihan ÖZGENÇ
Published: February 2024

Uyku, gündelik hayatta vücudun yenilenmesini sağlayan fiziksel ve zihinsel bir dinlenme süreci olarak tanımlanmıştır. Uyku esnasında, uyanık olma durumundaki tepkiselliğe karşıt olarak bilinç, dış uyaranlara karşı bütünüyle ya da bir
bölümünü kapatır ve bireyin tepki gücü zayıflar. Bununla ilişkili olarak uyku esnasındaki bedenin hareketsizliği, birçok kültürde uykunun ölümle bir yakınlık kurulmasına sebep olmuş ve öte dünya inançlarında bir geçit kapısı olarak
kabul edilmiştir. Uyku, klasik dönemde daha çok dini ve mitolojik inançların ifade ettiği anlamıyla betimlenmiştir. Ancak 19. yüzyılla birlikte ortaya çıkan sembolizm sanat hareketinde, içerdikleri kişisel anlamla birlikte farklı
anlamları ifade etmeye başlamış ve sanatçıların kullandığı düş kaynaklı öznel imgelemler ortaya çıkmıştır. Farklı biçimsel özelliklerle birçok modern sanatçının eserlerine de konu olmuş, bireysel ve toplumsal psikolojinin dışavurum
aracı olarak tasvir edilmiştir. Nitel bir araştırma olarak tasarlanan bu çalışma, uyku tasvirlerini irdeleyerek, tarihsel ve eleştirel bir okuma yapmayı, elde edilen veriler doğrultusunda ise uyku temsillerinin sembolistlerle olan
ilişkisini ortaya koymayı amaçlamaktadır.
SCIENTIFIC TRANSLATION OF ANCIENT GREEK LITERATURE IN 18th CENTURY RUSSIA
Authors: ŞENER Leyla
Published: February 2024

XVIII. yüzyılda bir Avrupa devleti olmayı hedefleyen Rusya yoğun çeviri faaliyetleri sayesinde Batı Avrupa’nın kültürel mirasına ortak olma fırsatı yakalamıştır. Söz konusu dönemde Archimedes’in teoremleri ve Eukleides’in “Elementler”
i pozitif bilimlerden Rusçaya kazandırılan belli başlı eserler arasındadır. Yine bu dönemde çevrilen Apollodorus’un “Yunan Mitolojisi” eseri Rusçaya çevrilen ilk mitoloji konulu eserlerden biridir. XVIII. yüzyıl Rusya’sında çevrilen
belli başlı felsefe eserleri arasında Aristoteles’in “Politika” ve Retorik”, Platon’un “Diyaloglar”, Theophrastos’un “Karakterler” ve Epiktetos’un “Enkheiridion” eserleri öne çıkmaktadır. A. D. Kantemir, M. V. Lomonosov, V. S.
Podşivalov, A. K. Barsov, G. A. Poletika gibi Rus kültür tarihinin önemli isimleri bu eserlerin çevirmenleri olarak karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Çalışmada XVIII. yüzyıl Rusya’sında Antik edebiyattan yapılan pozitifi bilim, felsefe, mitoloji
konulu eserlerinin çeviriler ela alımıştır. Ayrıca söz konusu eserleri Rusçaya kazandıran, her biri Rus kültür tarihinin önemli isimleri arasında yer alan çevirmenler tanıtılmıştır
EXAMINING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AGGRESSION LEVELS AND COMPASSION AND EMPATHIC TENDENCY LEVELS
Authors: ÖZKAN Lütfiye , KISAÇ İbrahim
Published: February 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı, lise öğrencilerinin saldırganlık düzeylerinin merhamet ve empatik eğilim düzeyleri ile ilişkisini incelemek ve saldırganlık düzeylerini, bireylerin cinsiyeti, sınıf düzeyi, okul türü, anne ve baba eğitim düzeyi
değişkenleri açısından belirlemektir. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 2022-2023 eğitim öğretim senesinde, Kırşehir’de bulunan farklı liselerde eğitim almakta olan 373 kadın, 227 erkek olmak üzere toplam 600 lise öğrencisi oluşturmaktadır.
Araştırmada Buss-Perry Saldırganlık Ölçeği, Merhamet Ölçeği, KA-Sİ Empatik Eğilim Ölçeği ve Kişisel Bilgi Formu kullanılmıştır. Analizler sonucunda, lise öğrencilerinin saldırganlık düzeyleri ile merhamet düzeyleri arasında negatif
yönlü düşük düzeyde ilişki olduğu; saldırganlık düzeyleri ile empatik eğilim düzeyleri arasında ise anlamlı bir ilişki olmadığı bulgulanmıştır. Ayrıca lise öğrencilerinin saldırganlık düzeylerinin anne eğitim düzeyine göre anlamlı
olarak farklılaştığı; cinsiyet, sınıf düzeyi, okul türü ve baba eğitim düzeylerine göre anlamlı olarak farklılaşmadığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
INVESTIGATION OF ADULTS' SELF-COMPASSION LEVELS ACCORDING TO THEIR COGNITIVE EMOTION REGULATION SKILLS, MALADAPTIVE THINKING STYLES AND WAYS OF COPING WITH STRESS
Authors: GÜLMÜŞ Pınar , ŞAHİN Fulya YÜKSEL
Published: February 2024

Araştırma; bilişsel duygu düzenleme becerilerine, uyumsuz düşünce tarzlarına, stresle başa çıkma yollarına, cinsiyete ve ekonomik gelire göre yetişkinlerin öz şefkat düzeylerinin anlamlı düzeyde farklılaşıp farklılaşmadığını inceleyen
betimsel bir çalışmadır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 267 kadın ve 153 erkek olmak üzere 420 yetişkin oluşturmuştur. Araştırmada gerekli verileri elde etmek için, “Öz-Duyarlık Ölçeği”, “Bilişsel Duygu Düzenleme Ölçeği”, “Uyumsuz
Düşünce Tarzları Ölçeği”, “Başa Çıkma Stilleri Ölçeği” ve “Kişisel Bilgi Formu” kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde bağımsız gruplarda t-testi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın sonucunda bilişsel duygu düzenleme becerilerinden kendini
suçlama, düşünceye odaklanma, yıkım, diğerlerini suçlama düzeyleri düşük olan yetişkinlerin öz şefkat düzeylerinin anlamlı düzeyde yüksek ve pozitif tekrar odaklanma, plana tekrar odaklanma, pozitif yeniden gözden geçirme ve bakış
açısına yerleştirme düzeyleri yüksek olan yetişkinlerinin öz şefkat düzeylerinin anlamlı düzeyde yüksek olduğu bulunmuştur. Araştırmanın sonucunda uyumsuz düşünce düzeyi düşük olan yetişkinlerin öz şefkat düzeylerinin anlamlı düzeyde
yüksek olduğu bulunmuştur. Araştırmanın sonucunda stresle başa çıkma yollarından davranışsal olarak ilgiyi kesme ve dine yönelme düzeyleri düşük olan yetişkinlerin öz şefkat düzeylerinin anlamlı düzeyde yüksek; planlama düzeyi
yüksek olan yetişkinlerin öz şefkat düzeylerinin anlamlı düzeyde yüksek olduğu bulunmuştur. Araştırmanın bulguları, ilgili alanyazın ışığında tartışılmış ve öneriler sunulmuştur.
WORDS WITH TİME MEANING IN KUTADGU BILIG
Authors: ÇELEN Büşra
Published: February 2024

Zaman kavramları hayatımıza Türk dilinin en eski yazılı belgeleri olan Orhon Yazıtları ile birlikte girmiş ve günümüze kadar çeşitli şekil ve anlam değişikliklerine uğrayarak kullanılmaya devam etmektedir. Bu çalışmada, Türk dili ve
edebiyatının yanı sıra Türk kültür tarihinin de en önemli eserlerinden olan Kutadgu Bilig metni içinde geçen Türkçe kökenli zaman ifade eden kavramlar üzerinde durulmuştur. Tespit edilen bu zaman kavramları, çağdaş Türk lehçelerinden
Karluk grubunda yer alan Özbek Türkçesi ve Yeni Uygur Türkçesi sözlükleri incelenip o dillerde nasıl kullandığı hakkında da yeterli örnekler verilmiştir. Çalışmada tarama ve veri toplama yöntemleri uygulanarak zaman kavramları
etimolojik açıdan değerlendirilmiştir. Metinlerde daha sık geçen zaman kavramlarının gelişimi için öncelikle Marcel Erdal’ın Old Turkic Word Formation adlı gramer kitabı ve bununla birlikte Clauson, Räsänen’in sözlükleri gibi birtakım
etimolojik sözlükler incelenmiştir. İncelemenin ardından metin içinde geçen bu kavramlara beyitlerle tanık gösterilmiştir.
MIDDLE SCHOOL 7. THE SITUATIONS IN WHICH CLASSROOM STUDENTS HAVE THE VALUE OF SENSITIVITY TO CULTURAL HERITAGE
Authors: Nur KARATAŞ Büşra , KARATAŞ Burhan
Published: February 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı ortaokul yedinci sınıf öğrencilerinin kültürel mirasa duyarlılık değerine sahip olma durumlarını tespit etmektir. Araştırma 2019-2020 eğitim-öğretim yılında Orta Karadeniz Bölümünde yer alan bir il merkezinde
bulunan ve amaçlı örnekleme yöntemiyle belirlenen bir ortaokulda yedinci sınıfta öğrenim görmekte olan 25 öğrenci ile gerçekleştirilmiştir. Olgu bilim deseninde tasarlanan araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak araştırmacı tarafından
geliştirilen ve kültürel mirasa duyarlılık değerini içinde barındıran bir öykü öğrencilerle paylaşılmış; verilen öykünün sonu yarım bırakılmış ve öğrencilerden öykünün sonunu tamamlamaları istenmiştir. Elde edilen veriler betimsel
ve içerik analizi yöntemi ile çözümlenmiştir. Araştırmanın sonucunda araştırmaya katılan ortaokul 7. sınıf öğrencilerinin kültürel mirasa duyarlılık değerini tam olarak kavrayıp içselleştiremedikleri sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
APPLICABILITY OF THE INTEGRATED COASTAL AREA MANAGEMENT (ICZM) MODEL TO THE COASTS OF LAKE VAN
Authors: ŞİMŞEK Zeynep YILMAZ
Published: February 2024

İnsanoğlunun yaşam serüveni içerisinde her zaman vazgeçilmez bir önemi olan kıyı alanları, beşeri ve ekonomik faaliyetler bakımından türlü imkânlar sunmaktadır. Bu imkânlardan faydalanmaya çalışan topluluklar tarafından kıyı alanlarında
hızla tüketilen kaynaklar tehlike altına girmiştir. 1970’li yıllardan sonra sürdürülebilir kalkınma prensibi ile kıyıları koruma ve kullanma anlayışı bu prensibin tamamlayıcı unsuru olmuştur. Birleşmiş Milletler ve Avrupa Birliği
gibi topluluklar tarafından kıyıların korunması amacı ile oluşturulan modeller gibi Türkiye’de de bu yaklaşım çerçevesinde 1987 yılında Akdeniz Eylem Planı ile İzmit Körfezi Kıyı Alanı Yönetim projesi uygulamaya konmuştur. Türkiye’de
ilk olarak 14.06.2014 tarihli ve 2930 Sayılı “Mekânsal Planlar Yapım ve Yönetmeliği”ne uygun olarak Bütünleşik Kıyı Alanları Yönetim Planı hazırlanmış ve 8 kıyı alanında bu projeler uygulanmıştır. Dünyada ve Türkiye’de yapılan
BEKAY planlarının değerlendirildiği çalışmada bu yönetim anlayışının Van Göl’üne uygulanabilirliği tartışılmıştır. Van gölü gibi zengin su kaynağına ve ekosisteme sahip olan kıyı alanlarının korunması için hazırlanacak bir BEKAY
planına ihtiyacı olduğu anlaşılmıştır.
Breast reconstruction using autologous flaps
during complex/combination treatment in patients
with breast cancer
Authors: Duadze I. , Kaprin А. , Zikiryakhodzhaev A. , Reshetov I. , Usov F. , Rasskazova E. , Sukhotko A. , Starkova M. , Bagdasarova D. , Dzhabrailova D. , Balayan E.
Published: February 2024

Breast reconstruction using autologous flaps is the gold standard in breast reconstruction plastic surgery. The use of anterior abdominal wall flaps in reconstruction surgery makes it possible to achieve the most natural aesthetic result, since tissue consistency in the anterior abdominal wall is similar to that in the breast. When choosing a reconstruction technique, account is taken of a number of factors, such as age, body mass index, concomitant diseases, the anatomical features of blood supply to the donor and recipient regions, a history of abdominal surgery, and cicatricial deformity of the anterior abdominal wall.
Particular emphasis is placed on the impact of postoperative radiotherapy (RT) on autologous breast reconstruction. Studies are currently made to reduce the incidence of complications during autologous breast reconstruction, to shorten the rehabilitation period, and to establish the most optimal timing of autologous reconstruction in patients with breast cancer during complex/combination treatment. A literary analysis has shown the comparable rates of complications and reoperations in the groups of patients with and without postoperative RT.
ANALISIS GLOBAL VALUE CHAIN PADA KOMODITAS EKSPOR RUMPUT LAUT DI PULAU LOMBOK, NUSA TENGGARA BARAT DALAM MEMASUKI PASAR TIONGKOK
Authors: Aeni Hamidatul , Hidayat Alfian , Wahyudin Y.A.
Published: February 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana aktivitas dari hulu ke hilir, daya saing, upgrading dan sinergi antar aktor yang terlibat dalam proses produksi dan pemasaran rumput laut Pulau Lombok dalam memasuki Pasar Tiongkok. Kerangka konseptual yang digunakan didalam penelitian ini adalah global value chain, dengan 4 dimensi analisisnya yaitu: (1) governance, (2) competitiveness, (3) upgrading dan (4) sinergi antar aktor. Metodelogi penelitian yang digunakan didalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa jenis rantai nilai yang terbentuk adalah rantai buyer-driven dan bentuk tata kelolanya adalah bentuk captive value chains. Daya saing komoditas rumput laut Pulau Lombok, Nusa Tenggara Barat terletak pada jumlah hasil produksi, jenis rumput laut yang diproduksi, tarif impor yang rendah dan nilai tukar mata uang internasional yang tinggi di Indonesia. Jenis upgrading yang sudah dilakukan yaitu product upgrading oleh petani rumput laut dan proses upgrading oleh PT Asia Sejahtera Mina Tbk dan oleh Pemerintah Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Barat. Bentuk sinergi antar aktor adalah diciplined support yang terbentuk pada level internasional, nasional dan lokal.
A State-of-the-Art Review on Direct Welding of Polymer to Metal for Structural Applications: Part 2 — Joint Design and Property Characterization
Authors:   American Welding Society, KAHN ABDUL SAYEED , DONG PINGSHA , LIU FENGCHAO , ZHANG YUNING
Published: February 2024

Structural lightweighting through the effective use of multiple materials has received increasing attention for fulfilling today’s demands for environmental sustainability in transportation systems. Direct dissimilar material joining methods (versus, e.g., traditional adhesive bonding or mechanical fastening) have become increasingly desirable since they offer process simplicity, production efficiency, and hermetic sealing, among others. In Part I of this two-part article, we provided a critical assessment of the state-of-the-art research and promising direct dissimilar material joining techniques reported over the last decades, with a particular emphasis on their potential for structural applications. As such, in Part 2, recent advances in advanced joint design and modeling methods for enabling optimum joint design for joint ability and joint performance are presented along with some detailed examples for demonstrating their potential impacts on industrial applications. Finally, recommendations on future research and development directions are outlined for supporting the industry’s drive towards multi-material lightweighting.
Long-Term Effect of Online and Offline Repressions on Post-Electoral Protest Participants’ Number (Cross-National Empirical Study)
Authors: Belenkov V.E.
Published: February 2024

Although the relationship between state coercive measures and protests has long been studied in Political Science, there are a number of gaps in the modern research studies about the impact of repressions on street protest activity. A serious flaw in these studies is their focus on the influence of repressions on the existing protest campaigns, with little attention to their long-term implications. The impact of repressions on the scale of protest and number of protesters, as well as the role of the Internet as a factor mediating the impact of state sanctions on protests, is understudied. The article attempts to bridge these gaps. The author has first examined theoretical arguments in support of three possible forms of correlation between the severity of repressions and street protest activity — negative, positive, and parabolic (n-shaped), after which he tests relevant hypotheses on a sample of country cases that share the same trigger for protest — suspicions of electoral fraud. To test these hypotheses, the author utilized data on the maximum strength of repressions against civil society organizations, participants in protests and authors of anti-government messages on the Internet in the pre-electoral years, as well as data on protests in the first week following the elections. The study confirmed the influence of repressions on future protest activity. At the same time, the relationship between the severity of repressions and the number of protest participants in the long term has a quadratic n-shaped form: at low and high levels of repression, the number of protesters is minimal, at medium — it is maximal. As for the impact of the Internet, it was not detected on data on repression in the offline environment, but it was revealed on data on the strength of sanctions for political activity on the Web: if the share of Internet users in a country is low, repressions decrease the number of protest participants; if it is high, repressions of medium strength correspond to the maximum number of protesters.
Instability of Social Life as Spanish Distinctiveness Khenkin S.M. Spain: Modern Unstable Society. Moscow: Aspect Press, 2023
Authors:   Russian Academy of Sciences, Kozhanovsky A.N.
Published: February 2024

The published article represents a review of the monograph by S.M.Khenkin Spain: Modern Unstable Society. The monograph examines Spain’s experience at the end of the 20th and beginning of the 21st centuries, as a country that, due to historical circumstances, faces instability and unpredictability of development (so typical in the modern world) in an especially acute and concentrated manner. Khenkin identifies and describes, one by one, factors that characterize and explain the unstable state of the modern Spanish socio-political system, consistently integrating the current issues into the general context of the historical development of the Spanish society, its political and cultural traditions and comparing what is happening there with the situation in other European countries. Based on his research, he comes to the conclusion that several acute and persistent socio-political conflicts make high instability a distinctiveness of the country’s life. In the monograph the author provides careful and multilateral analysis of the transition from Francoism to consolidated democracy; various aspects of the ongoing transformations in the society; the specifics of the Spanish party-political system and its evolution; national-regional issue. He documents a radical change in the sentiments in the Spanish society with the appearance of a new generation, which clearly manifested in the reassessment of the transition, with harsh criticism replacing earlier approval, and in the conflict around “historical memory”. The author analyzes the relationship between the central government of the country and regional separatists and does not see any prospects for a prompt resolution of the conflict. According to his reasoned assessment, separation from Spain of any of its regions will inevitably cause irreparable damage to all parties to the conflict.
No Disrespect to the “Reactionary”
Authors:   Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Fishman L.G.
Published: February 2024

The article addresses the question of why, despite the seemingly long-standing accumulation of economic and technical conditions sufficient for building, if not communism, then socialism, the left-wing forces are unable to take advantage of this, and yield the initiative to the right-wing, conservative, and even reactionary forces. The author explains this situation by the rationale that the mindset of the left is still dominated by a flat liberal progressivism characterized by cliché ideas about the progressive and the reactionary, but it lacks tools to adequately assess the reasons for the “reactionary” sympathies of the broad masses and to admit that these masses have “grounds for concern” at the very least. As a theoretical basis, the article uses the concept of human prehistory of the classics of Marxism. The author demonstrates that the underlying dichotomy of the alienated and authentic, human and inhuman does not coincide with the dichotomy of “reactionary” and “progressive”. The Modern Age is examined as both an epoch of reaction (in the literal sense of the word, net of ideological connotations) and that of progress. In order to resolve these issues, the author introduces the concept of retropractice, which is supposed to help adequately describe these seemingly “reactionary” and “conservative” sides of Modernity. Retropractices, in contrast to “reaction”, possess an emancipatory and alienation-reducing potential. The flaw of the left is that they fail to comprehensively conceptualize the meaning of retropractices because they view them only as “reaction” and “conservatism” in the usual sense. However, socialism, if realized, will largely turn out to be precisely a set of retropractices.
Comparison of drying methods for agricultural products applying in traditional medicine
Authors: Nguyễn Văn Lực  , Trần Văn Hiếu
Published: February 2024

Drying medicinal herbs is one of the necessary methods to maintain a stable quality of medicinal herbs. Currently, there are many methods of drying medicinal herbs, such as sun drying, freeze drying, infrared drying, ultrasonic drying, microwave drying, and convection drying. Each method produces different quality medicinal materials with advantages and disadvantages in productivity, product quality, energy costs, and applications. Therefore, the paper focuses on other methods of drying agricultural medicinal herbs with the above issues, such as a basis for scientists and manufacturing enterprises to choose appropriate drying methods.
Acute transfusion reactions in a district hospital: A 2-year retrospective review
Authors: Samuel Kyeremeh Adjei  , Emmanuel Tettey Lartey  , Helena Agyeiwaah Mensah  , Bryony Brookman-Eshun
Published: February 2024

Background: Blood transfusion is a life-saving intervention but carries numerous risks. It is therefore paramount to identify various adverse events associated with the procedure and to take stringent measures to reduce its occurrence. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and analyse the type of acute transfusion reactions occurring in patients who required blood transfusion. Materials and Methods: This study was a retrospective review and analysis of all acute transfusion reactions reported to the blood bank of Methodist Hospital, Wenchi-Ghana from January 2021 to December 2022. Results: During the study period, a total of 5,857 units of blood were issued, out of which there was an incidence of 0.51% (n=30). Most acute transfusion reactions were observed in females and in patients between 26 – 45 years. The most common symptom was pruritus/itching (33.3%), followed by skin rash (23.3%) and urticaria (13.3%). Majority of the reactions were allergic (70%) followed by Febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reaction (20%). The frequency of transfusion reactions was significantly higher with packed red blood cell transfusion (50%). Conclusion: Sensitization of all health personnel involved in the transfusion chain and strict hemovigilance program enforcement will help in improving the safety of blood transfusion.
Developing Self-Confidence through Show And Tell Techniques in Class 1 Students of UPT SD Negeri 23 Gresik
Authors: Wiratna Adella Dwi Setya , Amelasasih Prianggi
Published: February 2024

Learning in the 21st century focuses on initiatives to improve children's skills by directing the learning process, so that the learning system in the 21st century moves from initially focusing teachers on the learning process to centering students in the learning process. This requires students to be more active and confident in studying. One of the main levels of education is elementary school. However, in reality there are phenomena that show students' low self-confidence, such as 66.7% feeling embarrassed to raise their hand. Therefore, teachers try to overcome this problem, one of which is by showing and telling. This technique can be carried out in two cycles, each cycle consisting of 4 meetings. This technique can be combined with innovative things so that it is not boring, such as telling stories about favorite foods, favorite animals, and coloring. The research was conducted with 6 subjects in class 1-C students. Based on the results of research conducted by researchers at UPT SD 23 Gresik, it was found that there was an increase in the self-confidence of the students who were the subjects seen from the pre-test and post-test percentages.
ANALISIS BERPIKIR SISWA KELAS VII SMP BERDASARKAN TEORI VAN HIELE DALAM MENYELESAIKAN SOAL PADA MATERI SEGITIGA
Authors: Wahyuni Elsa , Laurens Theresia , Rumalean Muhammad Samad
Published: February 2024

Abstract

This research aims to describe the thinking of class VII students at SMP Negeri 21 Ambon based on Van Hiele's theory in solving problems on triangle material. Types of research, namely qualitative research. The subjects in this research were 3 selected students of 21 students provided that students answer all questions correctly and students who are able to communicate according to the teacher's considerations that school. The qualitative data analysis used consists of data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that for level 0 (visualization) the three subjects have fulfilled level 0, namely being able to describe something build on its properties and use the description to draw a shape. For level 1 (analysis) all three subjects have fulfilled level 1, namely being able to say they are awake flat what is formed based on given properties. And level 2 (sorting) All three subjects have fulfilled level 2, namely being able to identify information that is known and asked from the question and can be use the right strategy and get the right answer
Retrieved Altar Cross of the Luther Church Helsinki
Authors: Dahlbacka Jakob
Published: February 2024

The topic of this article is religious materiality in a Finnish, Lutheran setting. Reflecting on the altar cross of the Luther Church Helsinki – and more specifically the elevated role the cross played in the re-opening of the church in 2016 – the article supports the argument of recent scholars that Protestant engagement with materiality is not unambiguously negative but rather ambivalent. Using James Bielo’s concept of “legitimizing frames” – i.e. boundaries or landmarks within which Protestants feel safe enough to deal with things and objects – the article suggests a so-called heritagization frame. Objects or things used within such a frame induce in people a sense of past events and experiences – preferably events in which God has made himself known in this world. This, in turn, enables people’s engagement with the objects.
Religion: Memory and Innovation
Authors: Hovi Tuija , Vähäkangas Mika , Illman Ruth
Published: February 2024

The current issue of Approaching Religion is based on a summer school and conference arranged in Åbo/Turku, Finland, in June 2023, on the theme of “Religion: Memory and Innovation”. The event was organized jointly by the Polin Institute for Theological Research (Åbo Akademi University), the Centre for the Study of Christian Cultures (University of Turku) and the Donner Institute for Research in Religion and Culture. The aim was to bring together doctoral candidates and researchers from various academic fields that engage with the study of religion, such as theology, religious studies, history, philosophy, the arts, social and political sciences, and so forth. At this seminar, papers were presented that engaged with the theme of religion, memory and innovation from both historical and contemporary perspectives, looking also to the future where possible. In the current issue, therefore, we understand memory and innovation both as dramatic breaking points in history and as slowly evolving transformations, and we address past, present and emerging trends and trajectories within culture, society and the scholarly community. The societal relevance and impact of research in this field have also arisen as central themes in the presentations.
Development of E-Module Based on Mathematical Literacy Skill in Statistical Materials
Authors: Efendi Shindy Amelia , Haryono Yulia , Cesaria Anna
Published: February 2024

This research aims to produce an E-Module with math literacy-based questions that are valid and practical for 10th-grade statistics in SMA Negeri 3 Padang. The type of research conducted is development research using the ADDIE development model. Data analysis techniques include interview analysis, E-Module validation analysis, and E-Module practicality analysis. The results of the research show that mathematics learning using the E-Module, which facilitates mathematical literacy questions, is both valid and practical. Based on the data analysis, it was found that the developed E-Module had a validity score of 92.31%, categorized as highly valid. The final practicality score for teachers was 85%, categorized as highly practical, and the final practicality score for students was 88.26%, also categorized as highly practical.
Selecting a stirrer and optimizing the process of mixing the substrate in the fermenter of biogas unit
Authors: Rubcov A. A. , Nemuschenko D. A.
Published: February 2024

The relevance of the work is related to the problem of soil degradation as a result of pollution by livestock waste and the need for timely disposal of waste into effective organic fertilizer and biogas. Increasing the share of the use of organic fertilizers makes it possible to develop organic farming technologies, and accordingly leads to the production of healthy crop products. The work investigated the process of substrate mixing in the fermenters of an operating pilot biogas plant. The technological line is designed for processing liquid organic waste, mainly manure or litter, by anaerobic digestion to produce innovative environmentally friendly organic fertilizers on an industrial scale. The purpose of the study was to select a stirrer and optimize the conditions for mixing the substrate in the fermenters of a biogas plant. The physicochemical properties of the substrate were studied by laboratory methods. The mathematical model of the mixing process is based on a semi-empirical description of the hydrodynamics of flows in the reactor, modernized taking into account the current state of the issue under the conditions of a fermenter with specific geometric characteristics. As a result of the work carried out, the optimal options for the geometric dimensions of the stirrers were determined (three variants for three-blade stirrers intermittent with a blade angle of 30°, differing in the size of the impeller and rotation speed) and the parameters of the mixing process were calculated. Based on a laboratory experiment and the results of calculating the sedimentation rate, the frequency of turning on the stirrer (once a day) and the time of its continuous operation to homogenize the suspension were determined. The results of the work can be used in the design of mixing devices and substrate mixing modes in bioreactors.
Dependence of blood coagulation activity on temperature in cows in vitro
Authors: Fomina L. L. , Berezina D. I. , Kulakova T. S. , Modanova K. E.
Published: February 2024

The paper presents the results of a study on how temperature affects the coagulation and anticoagulation processes in the hemostasis system of cows. The purpose of this work was to study the coagulation parameters of the blood of Ayrshire cows with hypo-, normo- and hyperthermia "in vitro", as well as to evaluate the possibility of using a coagulometer to characterize the activity of hemostasis and use hemostatic reactions in cattle as models for human medicine. The study was carried out in the Vologda region. The following parameters of the coagulation profile were analyzed: thrombin time (TT), prothrombin time (PT), activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT), fibrinogen and antithrombin III (AT-III) activity. Results showed that at 43 °C hypercoagulation of the blood occurred, which in clotting methods manifests itself as an acceleration of TT by 61 % (27 sec), PT by 29 % (10 sec), a prolongation of APTT by 38 % (25 sec) and a decrease in Antithrombin III activity by 51 % (5 sec) compared with normothermia. At 18 °C, hypocoagulation was detected, accompanied by an elongation of all indicators characterizing the rate of clot formation: TT by 10 % (5 sec), PT by 61 % (55 sec), APTT by 83 % (289 sec). Fibrinogen activity decreased by 82 % (106 sec), and AT-III activity increased by 85 % (56 sec) compared to normothermy. The correlation between hemostasis parameters and the temperature factor can be characterized as negative moderate (APTT), noticeable (TV, fibrinogen) and close (PT, AT-III). Using a medical coagulometer caused reaction rates to differ significantly from those occurring at the body temperature of these animals when studying the coagulation mechanisms of cows. This does not allow to recommend this device for an adequate assessment of hemostatic reactions in cattle.
Regulation for the Translation of Gene and Cell Therapy into Medical Practice in East Asian Countries
Authors: Melnikova E. V. , Merkulov V. A. , Merkulova O. V.
Published: February 2024

SCIENTIFIC RELEVANCE. Currently, the Russian Federation lacks a comprehensive regulatory framework for the use of gene and cell therapy (GCT) products. There is no standard for conducting clinical trials for purposes other than marketing authorisation in Russia. In contrast, international practice shows that, in addition to marketing authorisation, including approval based on incomplete data with post-approval commitments, there are regulatory mechanisms for the use of unregistered GCT products, such as hospital exemptions, expanded access, or compassionate use in the European Union and the USA. Relatively recently, this framework has been reformed in East Asian countries.

AIM. This study aimed to analyse the regulatory mechanisms for translating GCT products into medical practice in East Asian countries and to assess the possibility of transferring elements of international experience to Russian practice.

DISCUSSION. East Asian countries have adopted legislation on requirements for the manufacturing and medicinal use of GCT products. These requirements include having a mandatory license for production in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice, consideration of the rationale for the use of GCT products by regulatory authorities or special committees, risk classification of investigational GCT products, approved registries of medical institutions authorised to use GCT products, and necessary monitoring and control of patients after GCT administration. Only cellbased innovative medicines, including genetically modified cells, are used within the framework of medical technologies (Japan, China, and Taiwan) or services (Republic of Korea), and in vivo gene therapy products can be used only in investigator-initiated clinical trials.

CONCLUSIONS. The East Asian experience in translating GСT products into medical practice would be extremely useful for the Russian Federation, especially in terms of GСT use for specific indications based on accumulated clinical experience. The review suggests that it would be appropriate to establish legal provisions for investigator-initiated clinical research in Russian national legislation.
Telehealth Experiences of Autonomic Dysfunction and Parkinson's Disease Patients
Authors: Vallamkonda, BA Sachin , Gorfinkel, BS Leah , Hohler, MD Anna
Published: February 2024

Objective
We aim to characterize the telehealth care experiences of autonomic dysfunction and Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients.
Background
Telemedicine is a popular modality for receiving healthcare. Due to its rising use, ensuring efficacy, satisfaction, and safety is important. Current literature finds high satisfaction, benefitted physical and emotional health, and desired feasibility amongst PD patients. While results are promising, there still exists a dearth of literature describing the experiences of autonomic dysfunction patients as a whole and including qualitative data in analysis of care experiences.
Design/Methods
We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study using anonymous, survey responses from autonomic dysfunction and PD patients within a large health system. The study questionnaire included both Likert-scale prompts and open responses. Quantitative and qualitative data analyses were incorporated in discussed findings.
Results
Twenty-five patients with either autonomic dysfunction or PD diagnoses who successfully completed the questionnaire were included. Over 80% of participants were confidently able to access medical appointments and providers via telehealth services. 88% accessed telehealth services without others’ assistance. Conversely, 68% did not agree that telehealth appointments were accessible during impacted internet connection. 92% of respondents, however, felt satisfied with the quality of care from telehealth appointments, with 76% finding the care comparable to in-person visits. Notably, 76% experienced improved care access to care and also had their needs met from telehealth. Among open responses, 43% highlighted how physical barriers and distance hindered in-person attendance. Four responses discussed affected fine motor movements limiting telehealth access. Three preferred in-person appointments, denoting the importance of thorough physical exams.
Conclusions
Telehealth effectively meets autonomic dysfunction and PD patients’ needs comparably to in-person visits, improves access to care, and delivers high satisfaction. This modality still proves inadequate during limited internet connection and for those with impacted fine motor skills. While telehealth holds promising utility for autonomic dysfunction and PD patients’ care, continued study into furthering accessibility for patients of all abilities and technological constraints is still warranted.
ConV2X Ignition Pitch Competition
Authors: Gwee Shwen
Published: February 2024

The 4th Annual ConV2X 2023 Ignition Pitch Competition spotlighted advancements in frontier technologies in telehealth, artificial intelligence, platform approaches, and blockchain technology in healthcare. The pioneering minds behind these startups are poised to reshape the future of healthcare in areas such as genomics, bio NFTs, decentralized research, AI IQ, and personalized care pathways. We wish to thank competitors, and wish them luck and success on their market journeys. A sincere thank you is extended to fellow judges for their outstanding expertise, and time in evaluating contestants. We hope viewers will find the video of high interest, as it provides a glimpse into what funders look for when evaluating startups in healthcare. For details on the ConV2X 2024 Pitch Event, please email info@partnersindigitalhealth.com.
Finalists

Bronwyn Bridges, Founder, PragmaClin Research Inc
Daniel Uribe, CEO, Genobank.io
Paniz Jasbi, Founder, Theriome Inc
Rama Rao, CEO, BloqCube
Ryan Wright, Founder, Nvelope LLC
Seth Dobrin, PhD, Founder & CEO, Qantm AI
Tanvi Vattikuti Abbhi, Co-Founder, Veta Health

Winners

Bloqcube Inc, for Blockchain Tech in Healthcare
Veta Health, for AI & Tech in Telehealth

Judges

William Taranto, President, Merck Global Health Innovation Fund
Nisa Amolis, Managing Partner, A100x Ventures
Dr. Shayan Vyas, Executive Physician and Medical Leader, Health Systems
Dr. Sweta Sneha, Executive Director of Healthcare Management Informatics. Professor of Information Systems, Coles College of Business, Kennesaw University
Ruby Gadelrab Tudor, CEO, MDsrupt
Dr. Fernando De La Peña Llaca, CEO & President, Aexa
Shwen Gwee, Former VP and Head of Global Digital Strategy, Bristol Myers Squibb – MODERATOR
Association of rs29005090 and rs317858728 mononucleotide substitutions of the GOS2 gene with signs of body weight and fat deposition in chickens of the Tsarskoselskaya breed
Authors:   Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — the branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry (RRIFAGB), St. Petersburg — Pushkin, Russia, Barkova Olga , Krutikova Anna ,   Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — the branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry (RRIFAGB), St. Petersburg — Pushkin, Russia, Ryabova Anna ,   Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — the branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry (RRIFAGB), St. Petersburg — Pushkin, Russia
Published: February 2024

The work is devoted to the search for mononucleotide polymorphisms of the G0S2 candidate gene involved in lipid metabolism and the study of their association with the content of abdominal fat and body weight in meat and egg chickens. By sequencing the regulatory region of the G0S2 gene, two mononucleotide polymorphisms were identified. A significant effect of all three genotypes (AG, AA, GG) of the rs29005090 substitution on the studied traits was revealed. rs29005090 mononucleotide substitution is a major one, since the effect of allele substitution is more than 0.6–1.5 sigma. GG mononucleotide substitution can be recommended for selection using markers to increase poultry weight gain and reduce chicken carcass abdominal fat in meat poultry farming. Significant differences in the substitution of alleles for the mononucleotide substitution (A/G) at position 26:3177190 with signs of bird weight and abdominal fat weight in chickens of the Tsarskoselskaya breed were not revealed.