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Sea Otters, Mercury, and Monitoring Climate Change
Authors: K Duffy Lawrence
Published: September 2022

An increase in mobility of heavy metals, like mercury (Hg), has the potential to be one of the climate change related impacts on Arctic and sub-Arctic ecosystems. Sea level rise and flooding events in high latitude coastal ecosystems could increase the bioavailability of contaminants such as mercury. Mercury concentrations have been used as an indicator of past exposure to heavy metals in ancient Pacific cod and here we report on concentrations in archeologically recovered sea otter bones (Enhydra lutris). Methods utilizing stable isotope ratios can be used to reconstruct ancient food webs and help identify prey which may have bioaccumulated high concentrations of mercury. Modern sea otters have δ13C, δ15N, and mercury values corresponding largely to a benthic diet. Conversely, if higher δ15N and mercury levels were found in ancient sea otter bones located in a coastal ecosystem, these increases may be associated with rising sea level following the last glacial maximum. These data place present day and projected climate change related perturbations, like sea level rise, in a historical context.
Performance Measurement and Evaluation of Public-Private Partnerships: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: JPR Nuno
Published: September 2022

The theme regarding the procurement models implementation, under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) regime has been widely discussed in the last decade, with a general lack of consensus regarding the forms of measuring and evaluating the outcome performance during their life cycle. The main objective of this paper is to contribute to a greater understanding, regarding the PPP forms of performance measurement and evaluation, answering the research question: How to measure and evaluate performance in PPP model? Simultaneously, by identifying both empirical studies, which enable performance measurement as well as theoretical papers, which point new paths for a correct evaluation of this type of procurement model (contracting). To answer the research question and achieve the proposed objectives, a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) was performed, having as data a set of 64 articles, published in specialized journals, available on the electronic platform “Web of Science”. The results allowed classifying the PPP models measurement and evaluation of the performance in three main clusters: • Evaluation Systems and Frameworks • Performance Measurement (KPIs) and • Conceptual - Theoretical Analysis Through this alignment, it becomes evident that there is no agreement among academics and researchers as to the most effective way to measure and evaluate the PPP model performance. This disagreement results from the application of different evaluation methods to PPP projects with different characteristics and the distinctive nature/objectives of the procurement projects, which leads to the uncertainty regarding the transversal applicability of evaluation models to all PPP projects. Finally, we propose as future investigation, the elaboration of a matrix, disaggregating the PPP model in its various typologies and by contracting scope, applying, for each case, the various models and frameworks proposed in the literature. This matrix could validate whether it will, in fact, be possible to associate a given measurement and evaluation model to a specific PPP typology vs. scope, in a consistent and transversal way. It is also proposed to apply efforts towards a conclusion regarding the VfM (Value for Money) indicator and its relation to the PPP outcome performance. Finally, it is proposed to accommodate conceptual studies to reach a contractual framework, which might mitigate the negative effects of the written contracts and enhance the positive impacts.
Do’s and Don’ts in Early Drug Development
Authors: Xavier Lacasse Francois
Published: September 2022

Over the last decade, the health science landscape has been occupied by numerous biotech’s and start-up companies. Most of the time, the scientific level of these companies is outstanding, the way new molecular entities have been developed has evolved with no doubt but despite this evolution changes it must be acknowledged that it still has certain limitations as to the way it functions. Drug development should be regarded as a drawer chest where each drawer represents a drug development step, such as preclinical, preformulation, formulation, regulatory affairs and clinical should be opened and closed at the same time. This short communication will put the emphasis on the preclinical and the chemistry manufacturing and controls (CMC) phases since it has been noted that these sections are plus or less neglected in early drug development. This is confirmed by the fact that almost 50% of the new chemical entities are failing during the preclinical phase and the fact that new molecular entities are becoming more and more difficult to formulate (showing bad druggability profile), that has shown without a doubt that early drug development should be tailored around these two early drug development steps
Post Marketing Surveillance of Antihypertensive Medicines in Tanzania
Authors: Kaale Eliangiringa
Published: September 2022

Background: Globally, cardiovascular diseases (CDVs) are amongst of the life threatening non- communicable diseases. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports indicate that CDVs is number one cause of deaths worldwide, largely in developing countries. Hypertension is a major risk factor for CVDs accounting for 9.4 million deaths worldwide every year. The prevalence of hypertension amongst Tanzanian is reported to be as high as 17%. Early detection and appropriate management of hypertension with quality and effective medicines is of clinical importance. The growing market of substandard and/or falsified medicines is a threat as it can result in treatment failure and unnecessary increase of healthcare cost. Objective: The surveillance was done by Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority with the aim of monitoring the quality of anti-hypertensive medicines circulating on the Tanzania mainland market. Methodology: Selected antihypertensive medicines were sampled from Medical Store Department, private and public healthcare facilities and pharmaceutical outlets from eleven (11) selected regions. All samples were subjected to product information review. All nifedipine samples were subjected to tier I quality screening test using the Global Pharma Health Fund® Mini-Lab kits. All samples which were not screened and about 10% of those passed the screening test were subjected to tier II confirmatory testing at Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority –WHO prequalified laboratory. Results: A total of 170 samples of antihypertensive were collected of which 63.5% (108/170) failed to comply with product information requirements. All 69 samples of nifedipine subjected to tier I screening test, passed disintegration and identification test by thin layer chromatography. A total of 90 samples were subjected to tier II confirmatory test ofwhich included (7) nifedipine, (32) atenolol, (27) captopril and (24) furosemide, all passed identification, disintegration, weight variation and appearance tests. Also all samples of atenolol, captopril and furosemide passed assay test. However, of the tested samples of nifedipine, 45.4% (5/11) failed assay test by having low contents of active ingredients with results ranged between 69.4% and 79.5% (Limit 90-110%). All batches of failed nifidipine tables were recalled from the market. Conclusion: Majority of the surveyed antihypertensive medicines were found to meet quality standards. However, the observed failure in assay of some nifedipine samples from a single manufacturer is a sign of availability of substandard medicines on the market and thus, calls for further vigilance of this product on the market.
Principles of Vocational Training of Highly Skilled Specialists of the New Generation
Authors: Studneva Maria
Published: September 2022

The fundamental, modern training of future medical staff requires an introduction of the new principles of global higher education practice into current Russian medical Universities. Modernization and integration of widely-accepted medical and teaching standards requires consolidation of both the natural sciences (fundamental sciences) and medical sciences (applied and clinical) that may become the conceptual basis for a University medical education. By virtue of the novelty of this field, we must not only improve, but significantly change the current system of training for medical staff. The main goal of this training is not simply to achieve advanced training and expansion of technological skills, but to provide development of novel multifaceted approaches to “build” academic schools for future generations.
Strength-Based Counseling: Alternative Counseling to Increase Student Hope during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Asiah Nur , Rusmana Nandang , Saripah Ipah
Published: September 2022

COVID-19 has affected the world of education in particular. The COVID-19 pandemic created a new conceptualization of schools with learning methods changed to learning from home, having limited interaction with teachers and classmates. Transitioning and adapting to a new way of life has an emotional impact on students. The current situation creates uncertainty, fear, and hopelessness. The emergence of despair in students is an example of the low power of hope in students, which will have a broad impact on other dimensions of life. This study is a literature review that discusses how strength-based counseling can help increase student hope during COVID-19. This literature review can be used as a reference for counselors through the self-strength counseling model.
Korelasi Kemampuan Profesional Dengan Prestasi Kerja Jabatan Fungsional Umum (Jfu) Di Lingkungan Kementrian Agama Kota Padang
Authors: Eldison Eldison
Published: September 2022

This study aims to find out in real terms about the existence of a positive or significant influence between Professionalism possessed General Functional Position (JFU). The method used is survey method by applying Grounded Research. The population in this study is all JFU in the environment of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of Padang City with the number of 200 JFUs comprising JFU in Madarasah Aliyah in Padang City, Madrasah Tsanawiyah, Madrasah Ibtidaiyah and Office of Religious Affairs of Padang City. Sample in this research is counted 50 people with random sampling technique. Data Collection Technique uses questionnaire. The variables measured are independent variables, namely: Professionalism (X), while the dependent variable is Work Achievement (Y). The results of this study show that professionals affect job performance of General Functional Position (JFU). This is seen in the value of tcount> ttable (2.53 > 2). Furthermore, professionalism also affects the effectiveness of ASN work with tcount> ttable (3.79 > 2,002). By parsila influence of JFU professionalism to performance achievement of JFU with result of analysis that is Fcount > Ftsbel (14,15 > 3,15). Based on these analysts can be concluded that professionalism in parsila mempenguruhi performance JFU work at the Office of the Ministry of Religious City of Padang.
Respons Siswa Terhadap Pusat Informasi Dan Konseling Remaja Dalam Layanan Bimbingan Konseling
Authors: Afindra Fania Frisca , Diniaty Amirah
Published: September 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui respons siswa terhadap Pusat Informasi dan Konseling Remaja dalam Layanan Bimbingan Konseling di SMPN 9 dan SMPN 20 Pekanbaru. Penelitian ini termasuk jenis penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Penentuan subjek menggunakan purposive sampling, yang terdiri dari seluruh pengurus PIK R di SMPN 9 dan SMPN 20 Pekanbaru dan Guru Bimbingan Konseling di SMPN 9 dan SMPN 20 Pekanbaru. Untuk mengumpulkan data digunakan teknik wawancara dan dokumentasi. Data wawancara dianalisa dengan cara mendeskripsikan dalam bentuk narasi untuk memperoleh kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa: 1) pelaksanaan PIK R di SMP Negeri 9 dan SMP Negeri 20 Pekanbaru sudah cukup berjalan dengan baik 2) guru BK dan siswa mempunyai respons positif terhadap keberadaan PIK R di SMP Negeri 9 dan SMP Negeri 20 Pekanbaru, karena keberadaan PIK R membawa manfaat bagi guru BK dan siswa.
Efektivitas Pendekatan Rational Emotive Therapy dalam Konseling Individual untuk Meningkatkan Kepercayaan Diri Siswa SMK
Authors: Andriani Ririn , Hasgimianti Hasgimianti
Published: September 2022

This research was instigated by many of student lack self-confidence. It aimed at knowing  student sel-confidence before and  after giving individual counseling service with Rational Emotive Therapy approach. The approach of this research using quantitative with pre-experimental and the one group pre-test and post-test design. 275 students of  Telecommunication of Vocational High School Pekanbaru was the population in this research. 7 students’s  having low self- confidence were the samples through Purposive Sampling technique. Questionnaire and documentation were the instruments of collecting the data. The data analysis, the researcher uses Wilcoxon’s test. The research findings showed that student self-confidence  before giving individual counseling service with Rational Emotive Therapy approach was on very low category  with the percentage 48.04% and after giving individual counseling service with Rational Emotive Therapy approach, it increase to 73.58%, so, it could be said that there was a difference pre-test and post-test. Based on the data result, it could be concluded that Rational Emotive Therapy approach in Individual Counseling effective to increase student self-confidence that could be seen from the asyimp. Sig (2-tailled) 0.018<0.05 so that H0 was rejected
Implementasi Teknik Role Playing dalam Layanan Bimbingan Kelompok untuk Meningkatkan Kedisiplinan Belajar Siswa
Authors: Safitri Ayu , Hasgimianti Hasgimianti
Published: September 2022

Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui: (1) Implementasi Teknik Role Playing Dalam Layanan Bimbingan kelompok untuk meningkatkan kedisiplinan belajar Di SMK Muhammadiyah 3 Terpadu Pekanbaru (2) Faktor pendukung dan penghambat Implementasi Teknik Role Playing Dalam Layanan Bimbingan kelompok untuk meningkatkan kedisiplinan belajar Di SMK Muhammadiyah 3 Terpadu Pekanbaru. Jenis penelitian adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Tempat penelitian  di SMK Muhammadiyah 3 Terpadu Pekanbaru. Informan penelitian adalah Satu orang guru BK dan Enam orang siswa yang telah mengikuti layanan bimbingan kelompok. Teknik pengumpulan data yang terdiri dari wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Guru BK telah melaksanakan layanan bimbingan kelompok sesuai dengan prosedur layanan bimbingan kelompok dan Guru BK memberikan role playing  yang sesuai dengan materi permasalahan yang ada. Implementasi teknik role playing dalam layanan bimbingan kelompok sudah pernah dilakukan sesuai dengan tahap-tahap yang sudah ditentukan, Guru BK menggunakan teknik role playing untuk menggali pengalaman siswa, dan pemahaman siswa.  Sedangkan faktor pendukung dan penghambatnya yaitu: (1) faktor pendukungnya adalah anggota kelompok merasa nyaman dan terbuka dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan. Serta fasilitas-fasilitas yang sudah memadai. (2) Faktor penghambatnya adalah yaitu kurangnya waktu jam BK disekolah yang menyebabkan materi layanan bimbingan kelompok tidak tersampaikan dengan secara satu kali pertemuan sehingga kurang maksimal.
Efektivitas Penggunaan Media Gambar Dalam Layanan Informasi Meningkatkan Interaksi Sosial Siswa SMPN 34 Pekanbaru
Authors: Afrila Ade , Rahima Raja , Sari Rani Navila
Published: September 2022

This research aimed at knowing the effectiveness of using Picture media on information service to increase student social interaction.  The problems at State Junior High School 34 Pekanbaru were the students who had low social interaction, whodaydreamed, who were closed, unconfident, and alone.  Quantitative approach was used in this research by using pre-Experimental research with the on group Pretest-Posttest design. The object of this research was the effectiveness of using Picture media on information service to increase student social interaction. The subjects of this research were students having low social interaction and they were 40 students. Random Sampling technique was used in this research.The techniques of collecting the data were questionnaire, observation, and documentation. The instruments of this research were valid with 0.361 Correlation Coefficient and 0.978the reliability.  The technique of analyzing the data was Wilcoxon’s Signed Ranks Test.  The research findings showed that student social interaction before being given Picture media in information service was on low category and the mean score was 64.65.  After being given Picture media in information service, student social interaction increased to the high score and the mean score was 119.9.  The test result of Ha showedthe significant score 0.05, 0.000 was lower than 0.05, so Ha was accepted, and the contribution of X to Y was 78.3%.
Empati Dalam Prespektif Teori Konseling Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy Albert Ellis
Authors: Wati Lidya , Afandi Muslim
Published: September 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Empati dalam prespektif teori Konseling Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy Albert Ellis. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif (Library Research) atau kajian pustaka. Sumber data yang digunakan adalah sumber data primer yaitu salah satunya menggunakan buku Gantina & karsih. 2011. Teori dan Teknik Konseling  dan sumber data skunder menggunakan jurnal dan buku salah satunya buku Bradley T. Erford. 2015. 40 Teknik yang Harus Diketahui Setiap Konselor. Hasil penelitian yang dapat peneliti simpulkan yaitu empati menururt Albert Ellis adalah kemampuan seseorang dalam merasakan apa yang dirasakan orang lain dengan cara memulai berfikir rational. Prespektif teori konseling Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy dapat meningkatkan empati melalui teknik ABCDE.
Konseling Individual Menggunakan Pendekatan Client Centered Therapy Untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Siswa
Authors: Mirna Mirna , Afandi Muslim
Published: September 2022

This study aims at analyzing (1) the imlementation of individual counseling therapy approac to increase students’ learning motivation. A descriptiveresearch methot was conductet involving one theacher counselor and the thee students of SMPN 3 Tambang. Intervew data collection on techniques were used and the narrative, After analyzing the data obtained in the field, it could be concluded that the students’ who derectly visited by teacher counselor and got direct guidance tended to be better behavior, the praktice of individual counseling using client centered therapy approach mostly be able to motivate the low-motivated lerners became better lerners, evalutionalisys was applied by the teacher counselor on the low  motivated students and the developed relevan communication whit other counseling parties, the  students whose lerning motivation was low  became more motivatedlernwrs after being treated with clien centered therapy approach,  a short term evaluation was cariied out in the order to know the client’s positive changes. The low attainment level of students’ lerning motivation was the major factor influencing the inplementation of guidance and counseling. In addition, there was a good relation between students’ and counselor in case of finding solution to overcome the low motivated learning students’ by using client centered therapy.
BURUNG WALET DALAM KARYA SENI GRAFIS
Authors: Rizka Damanik Anda , Ariusmedi Ariusmedi
Published: September 2022

The making of the final work of graphic art using serigraphy techniques is to visualize the uniqueness of the swallow, including its characters and anatomy. Several stages were taken in carrying out this final work including preparation, elaboration, synthesis, concept realization and completion stages. By carrying out these stages, ten graphic art works visualizing the various uniqueness of the swallow birds, including the titles "Tersesat", "Straight", Doubt "," Group ".Kata Kunci: Burung Walet, Keunikan, Seni Grafis.
ANALYSIS OF THE SUFFICIENCY OF PADDY PRODUCTION TO FULFILL THE NEEDS OF THE POPULATION IN PADANG CITY YEAR 2020 TO 2025
Authors: Iskarni Paus
Published: September 2022

This study aims to see; changes in the use of agricultural land (rice fields), population growth, the carrying capacity of lowland rice agricultural land to meet the food needs of the population, and projecting food needs (rice) for the residents of Padang City from 2020 to 2025 as well as analyzing the level of food sufficiency (rice) based on land change patterns agriculture, then see how the growth rate of food production and population growth rate in the city of Padang. The research method used in this research is descriptive quantitative. Spatial data is processed by Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and demographic formulas process population data. The land's carrying capacity is obtained from the comparison between available land, production, and population. The results of this study indicate the shrinkage of the agricultural land area of 100.86 ha/year. The most extensive agricultural land depreciation range occurred from 2010 to 2011. The population growth ratio of Padang City between 2000-2010 was successfully reduced to 1.57 per year, with a population increase of 112,779 people or 15.64%. The population growth of Padang City is in the range of 1.57 and is not supported by the growth of lowland rice production. In 2025, the city of Padang is still classified as a class III region (Ïƒ < 1) or an area that has not been able to meet its own food needs (self-sufficiency). Land shrinkage and a decrease in harvested area and productivity have caused the carrying capacity of paddy fields in Padang City to continue to decline.Keywords: Sufficiency, Rice Production, Population Needs
SOCIOPRENEURSHIP EMPOWERMENT AS A DEVELOPMENTAL POLITIC OF ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOL: A LESSON FROM DARUL MURSYID
Authors: Kusmanto Heri , Amin Muryanto
Published: September 2022

This study analyses the sociopreneurship empowerment model performed by an Islamic boarding school from the perspective of developmental politics. Darul Mursyid boarding school, an Islamic education institution in the Sipirok district in North Sumatera, has been known to employ this model as a part of its social development efforts in giving economic and social benefits to the Sipirok society. This study was carried out through subsequent descriptive-qualitative research, observation, in-depth interview, and FGD (forum group discussion) methods. The results exhibited that most of the sociopreneurship efforts had been directed at producing agroforestry commodities such as coffee, vanilla, honey, vegetables, etc., along with other economic activities. The existence of Darul Mursyid boarding school greatly supported the financial capabilities of the community. Overall, the findings of this study revealed the critical role of Darul Mursyid's Islamic principles and the founding figures in driving the enhanced sociopreneurship empowerments. This outcome also implicitly exhibited the significant role of Islamic boarding schools despite civil organizations contributing a lot of benefits to society's welfare.Keywords: Development of Politics, Sociopreneurships, Empowerment, Islamic Boarding School, Darul MursyidÂ
Sucinoptinus zahradniki sp. nov. (Coleoptera: Ptinidae: Ptininae), a new species of the Tertiary genus from the Baltic amber
Authors: Háva Jiří
Published: September 2022

A new species Sucinoptinus zahradniki sp. nov. is described, illustrated and compared with similar amber species Sucinoptinus sucini Bellés et Vitali, 2007 and Sucinoptinus bukejsi Alekseev, 2012.
Information Systems Reliability in Traditional Entropy and Novel Hierarchy
Authors: Petrov Iliyan I.
Published: September 2022

The continuous progress of computing technologies increases the need for improved methods and tools for assessing the performance of information systems in terms of reliability, conformance, and quality of service. This paper presents an extension of Information Theory by introducing a novel hierarchy concept as a complement to the traditional entropy approach. The methodology adjustments are applied to a simulative numerical example for assessing the reliability of systems with different complexity and performance behavior.
A New Network Digital Forensics Approach for Internet of Things Environment Based on Binary Owl Optimizer
Authors: Alazzam Hadeel , AbuAlghanam Orieb , Al-zoubi Qusay M. , Alsmady Abdulsalam , Alhenawi Esra’a
Published: September 2022

The Internet of Things (IoT) is widespread in our lives these days (e.g., Smart homes, smart cities, etc.). Despite its significant role in providing automatic real-time services to users, these devices are highly vulnerable due to their design simplicity and limitations regarding power, CPU, and memory. Tracing network traffic and investigating its behavior helps in building a digital forensics framework to secure IoT networks. This paper proposes a new Network Digital Forensics approach called (NDF IoT). The proposed approach uses the Owl optimizer for selecting the best subset of features that help in identifying suspicious behavior in such environments. The NDF IoT approach is evaluated using the Bot IoT UNSW dataset in terms of detection rate, false alarms, accuracy, and f-score. The approach being proposed has achieved 100% detection rate and 99.3% f-score and outperforms related works that used the same dataset while reducing the number of features to three features only.
One-vs-All Convolutional Neural Networks for Synthetic Aperture Radar Target Recognition
Authors: Babu Bileesh Plakkal , Narayanan Swathi Jamjala
Published: September 2022

Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) have been widely utilized for Automatic Target Recognition (ATR) in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) images. However, a large number of parameters and a huge training data requirements limit CNN’s use in SAR ATR. While previous works have primarily focused on model compression and structural modification of CNN, this paper employs the One-Vs-All (OVA) technique on CNN to address these issues. OVA-CNN comprises several Binary classifying CNNs (BCNNs) that act as an expert in correctly recognizing a single target. The BCNN that predicts the highest probability for a given target determines the class to which the target belongs. The evaluation of the model using various metrics on the Moving and Stationary Target Acquisition and Recognition (MSTAR) benchmark dataset illustrates that the OVA-CNN has fewer weight parameters and training sample requirements while exhibiting a high recognition rate.
An Evaluation of Local Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in Zimbabwe: How Prepared is Zimbabwe to Produce COVID-19 Vaccines?
Authors: Okereke Melody , Mufaro Mashavakure Hope , Adesewa Abdulwasiu Muhsinah
Published: September 2022

Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact, given the rise in the demand for novel therapeutics such as vaccines that can be used in the treatment of COVID-19 patients. Compared to other regions of the world, gross vaccine inequity exists in Africa due to several factors tied to the acute lack of vaccines in the region. As a result, efforts are currently being made to ramp up the production of COVID-19 vaccines in the region. However, there are concerns that most countries in Africa lack the adequate pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity required to produce COVID-19 vaccines, and Zimbabwe is not an exception. This article, therefore, aims to evaluate the preparedness and readiness efforts of the Zimbabwean pharmaceutical industry in the production of COVID-19 vaccines.
Certification training of social workers and social managers: the experience of Ukrainian Catholic University
Authors: Slozanska Hanna , Stelmakh Svitlana , Krynytska Iryna
Published: September 2022

The article defines the need and relevance of creating different training programs for social workers and social managers in the post-graduate system taking into consideration the development of a new system of social work and rapid social transformations in Ukraine. The authors emphasize the need to develop new approaches to providing “long life education”, such as short-term educational programs. The last should correspond to the "Global Standards for Social Work Education and Training" and the competency-based approach to learning.

The paper presents the certificate program "Social work: the path to professionalism", developed by the professors of the Pedagogy and Social Work Department of Ukrainian Catholic University in response to numerous requests from employers. The structure of the program is highlighted: it has three levels - basic, professional and managerial; each of which contains several training modules. Its content is characterized.

The algorithm of the implementation of the Certificate program in the process of improving the qualifications of social workers and managers of social service providers in the territorial communities of Rivne, Volyn, Khmelnytskyi and Chernivtsi regions is described. The procedure for selecting learners and the organization of the educational process due to the program has been characterized.

The results of the evaluation of the effectiveness of the Certificate program "Social work: the path to professionalism", which was implemented by the "Ukrainian Catholic University" in the process of improving the qualifications of social workers and social managers of communal and public sector institutions that provide social services in territorial communities, are presented. It has been proven that a competent approach to educational process, taking into account the professional needs of potential learners, a hybrid, flexible format and personalization of training, the use of various forms and methods while presenting educational material, an inextricable connection between theoretical concepts and practice, as well as reinforcement by the speakers' own professional experience, gives a good result in improving the qualifications of those who are already in the profession and wish to be better in it.

The results of evaluating of the effectiveness of the developed program among the participants involved in the training proved the success of its implementation in the proposed format.
Selective Enyne Ring-Closing Metathesis with Main Group Metal Catalysts
Authors: Wang Yi , Zhuo Lian-Gang , Zhang Chi , Yu Zhi-Xiang
Published: September 2022

Ring-closing metathesis (RCM) represents an ideal and atom-economical way to construct cyclic compounds. The precedented reaction systems for endo-selective enyne RCM mainly rely on precious transition metal carbene complexes or activated substrates. Here we report the utility of group 13 metal halides, such as InBr3 and InI3, as simple and efficient catalysts for endo-selective RCM of nitrogen-tethered 1,6-enynes under mild conditions. Conventionally, these substrates underwent cycloisomerization to generate 6,3-fused bicycles under transition metal catalysis. The reaction mechanism and nature of the catalytic species have been revealed by kinetic experiments and density functional theory calculations.
An Efficient Multilayer Approach to Model DNA-Based Nano-Biosensors
Authors: Lucia-Tamudo Jesús , Nogueira Juan Jose , Díaz-Tendero Sergio
Published: September 2022

In this work we present a full computational protocol to successfully obtain the one-electron reduction potential of nano-biosensors based on a self-assembled monolayer of DNA nucleobases linked to a gold substrate. The model is able to account for conformational sampling and environmental effects at a quantum mechanical (QM) level efficiently, by combining classical molecular dynamics (MM) and multilayer QM/MM/continuum calculations within the framework of Marcus theory. The theoretical model shows that a guanine-based biosensor is more prone to be oxidized than the isolated nucleobase in water due to the electrostatic interactions between the assembled guanine molecules. In addition, the redox properties of the biosensor can be tuned by modifying the nature of the linker that anchor the nucleobases to the metal support.
Cationic metal organic frameworks synthesized from cyclotetraphosphazene linkers with flexible tentacles
Authors: Davarcı Derya , Eruçar İlknur , Yücesan Gündoğ , Zorlu Yunus
Published: September 2022

MOFs based on group 12 metals, namely, [Zn2(O3PyCP)Cl4] (Zn-O3PyCp), [Cd(O3PyCP)(NO3)2].H2O (Cd-O3PyCp), and [Hg(O3PyCP)Cl2] (Hg-O3PyCp), were synthesized using a novel flexible molecular building block, octakis(3-pyridyloxy)cyclotetraphosphazene (O3PyCP), and group 12 metal salts (ZnCl2, Cd(NO3)2.6H2O, HgCl2). The crystals of each of the cationic frameworks were structurally characterized by single crystal X-ray diffraction, elemental, FT-IR, and thermogravimetrical (TGA) analysis. Due to the flexibility of O3PyCP building block, we were able to observe three distinct cationic frameworks with group 12 metal ions. We performed the atomically detailed simulations to compute H2 adsorption isotherms of the resulting frameworks at a pressure range of 0–1 bar at 77 K. Zn-O3PyCp exhibits the highest H2 uptake capacity (58.42 cm3 STP/g).
LOS VIDEOJUEGOS COMO ESTRATEGIA PARA INCREMENTAR LA MOTIVACIÓN Y ALCANCE DE LOGROS EN PROCESOS DE APRENDIZAJE
Authors: Guerrero Alarcón Carlos Andrés , Gutiérrez López Luz Elena , Cuervo Cely Karen Daniela
Published: September 2022

El proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje en áreas relacionadas con ciencia, tecnología y computación, requiere del uso de metodologías formativas que motiven al estudiante a alcanzar logros de aprendizaje como: desarrollo de conocimientos, habilidades, capacidades y actitudes. Las dinámicas de formación con elementos interesantes, emocionantes y lúdicos han llamado la atención de la comunidad académica y de investigadores. Las metodologías que apoyan los procesos de formación basados en videojuegos pueden impactar la percepción que tienen los estudiantes frente a las temáticas tratadas en las asignaturas, resaltando los cursos que presentan alto grado de dificultad o desafío. No obstante, es común evidenciar el uso de metodologías tradicionales en el aula de clase, estas metodologías pueden llegar a generar en estudiantes problemáticas como: frustración, fracaso, evasión, deserción y mortalidad académica. En la presente investigación se realizó un proceso de revisión sistemática de literatura relacionado a las metodologías de enseñanza aprendizaje. El estudio evidenció que la mayor problemática está orientada al uso de métodos de enseñanza ineficaces, poco relevantes, desactualizadas, que afectan el índice de motivación y compromiso de los estudiantes. Con base en las evidencias encontradas, se planteó el diseño y construcción de una estrategia metodológica basada en videojuegos, que buscaba incentivar el aprendizaje, incrementar la motivación y generar un impacto positivo en el alcance de logros y objetivos propuestos. Posteriormente se realizó la construcción de instrumentos para definir métricas que permitieran seleccionar las dinámicas a integrar en la metodología propuesta. Para construir la metodología se realizó la comparación de ambientes virtuales basados en videojuegos, los cuales fueran susceptibles de ser implementados dentro de la metodología propuesta. Posterior a un proceso de calibración de la metodología se realizó su validación, para esto, se estableció un grupo de trabajo experimental para contrastar los resultados con dos grupos de control sobre los cuales no se aplicó la metodología propuesta. Los resultados del proyecto y la experiencia al integrar videojuegos en procesos de formación han dado resultados interesantes que pueden ser compartidos con la comunidad científica para articular esfuerzos que permitan avanzar en la temática de la investigación.
Structural, Electrical and Optical Properties of Graphite Films are Drawn with Pencils of Different Hardness
Authors: Kuryshchuk Serhii , Kovalyuk Taras , Koziarskyi Ivan , Solovan Mykhailo
Published: September 2022

The paper presents the results of studying the structural, optical and electrical properties of thin films of graphite depending on the hardness of the rods (2H, H, HB, B and 2B) obtained by the "Pencil-on-semiconductor" method. Such studies are of great importance for the further development of highly efficient devices based on heterojunctions for electronics and optoelectronics. Typical images of the surface formed by reflected electrons (BSE) were obtained using a scanning electron microscope and shown at three magnifications (100x, 500x and 1000x). Since the cores of the studied pencils consist of mixtures of clay and graphite, a more detailed analysis of the elements that make up the cores was conducted. EDS analysis showed that the main components of the studied rods are purified graphite powder, as well as O, Al and Si, which are part of kaolin whose formula is H4Al2Si2O9, or Al2O3 • 2SiO2 • 2H2O - the main component of ordinary clay. The elemental composition of the microvolume of the studied samples was also determined. Regardless of the error that occurs when determining the composition of C and O (~ 12%), it can be argued that there is still a regularity between the graphite content and the hardness of the pencil. That is, the higher the graphite content, the softer the rod. The thickness of the graphite films was measured using the MII-4 interferometer according to the standard method. The average thickness of all investigated films was ~ 150 nm since the thickness of the films obtained by this method is mainly determined by the roughness of the surface of the salt substrate. Drawn graphite films have a higher resistivity than bulk samples (pencil rods) from which they were made. The resistance of the films increases with an increase in the hardness of pencils, due to an increase in the number of clay impurities in graphite, which is a dielectric. It was found that an increase in stick hardness leads to an increase in transmission.
Sample Preparation for the Effective Accumulation and Detection of the Beta-Active Rn-222 Decay Products
Authors: Onyshchenko Gennadiy , Yakymenko Ivan , Shchus Oleksandr , Lokha Anatoliy
Published: September 2022

The sample preparation method and the results of experimental measurements of the concentration of beta-radioactive aerosols (the decay products of Radon-222 in the air) are presented. The experimental equipment includes an electrostatic aerosol collector and a time spectrometer based on the PMT with a plastic scintillator and Wilkinson’s ADC. The accumulation of aerosols on the foil lasted for about 12 hours. The activity of accumulated aerosols was measured in the time interval of 0 to 300 minutes. The use of the spectrometer in the time analyzer mode, the proposed aerosol accumulator, and the method of processing the accumulated spectrum makes it possible to increase the sensitivity of the radiometer in comparison with the collection method based on air filters. Applying the time‑spectrum development procedure to the constituent components makes it possible to reliably establish the connection of aerosols registered in the room with β‑active decay products of radon-222: Po-218, Pb-214, Bi-214.
Design of low offset voltage in second stage CMOS operational amplifier using 90nm technology
Authors: G. Appala Naidu
Published: September 2022

In this paper a low offset voltage; low power and high gain second stage op-amp of differential amplifier along with common source amplifier with compensated capacitor is proposed. The mathematical analysis of two-stage op-amp is elaborated and this work is compared with exiting similar work. The experimental work carried in CADENCE Virtuoso with 0 gpdk090 process technology is used to obtain 60.994 of Phase Margin, 61 dB DC gain and Offset voltage is 2mV. The M/L ratios are selected accordingly where supply voltage and load voltage are fixed at 1.8V and 12pF respectively. The parametric analysis helps, where the values are fixed to get better response.
A implementação da política de internacionalização no Instituto Federal Farroupilha
Authors: Salvatierra Gimenes Eliseo , Valduga Batalha Denise , Lunardi Raquel
Published: September 2022

A participação e promoção de ações de internacionalização pela Pró-Reitoria de Extensão – PROEX do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia Farroupilha – IFFar registra a gradual e efetiva inserção da instituição no processo de internacionalização junto aos parceiros e colaboradores internacionais, conforme o Plano de Desenvolvimento Institucional – PDI. De forma a atender a política de internacionalização da instituição, essas ações são implementadas por meio do Núcleo de Ações Internacionais – NAI, em conjunto com a Assessoria de Relações Internacionais – ARI. A política, de acordo com o seu princípio norteador, considera “internacionalização” o intercâmbio de conhecimentos, a troca de tecnologias, o aprimoramento de discentes e servidores com vistas ao desenvolvimento local e/ou regional, a promoção da solidariedade entre os países e a difusão das atividades institucionais e do núcleo de ações internacionais, responsável pelo assessoramento e realização das atividades propostas pela política de internacionalização em consonância com as diretrizes estabelecidas no Plano de Desenvolvimento Institucional.
The process parameter matrix method in controlling marine engine wear dynamics
Authors: Shcherban P. S. , Mazur E. V. , Mazur S. N.
Published: September 2022

Determination of the analytical relationship between real time changes in the quality characteristics of motor oils and an assessment of the state of the mechanism units subjected to friction is important when predicting the tribological characteristics of marine diesel engines. Changes in the lubricant parameters reflect the current technical condition of the engine components and assemblies. A method of process parameter matrix (PPM) is proposed to control the wear dynamics of a marine diesel engine. PPM is used to process statistical data on the performance of oils used in a MAN B&W Diesel Den 6L28/32A marine diesel engine through 2007 to 2021. The results of practical studies of changes in the physicochemical characteristics of motor oils in real operating conditions are presented. The results obtained can be used in the development of specialized software that allows obtaining operational information about the dynamics of engine wear.
To the 85th birthday of Nikolai Andreevich Makhutov
Authors: Editorial Article
Published: September 2022

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Stochastic model of visco-brittle transition in steels
Authors: Kazantsev A. G. , Markochev V. M. , Korolev S. Yu.
Published: September 2022

A stochastic model of ductile-brittle (DB) transition based on a bimodal representation of random processes the critical temperature range of brittleness is proposed. Modeling was carried out in two stages. The results of impact tests of more than 1200 Charpy samples were used at the first stage to construct a stochastic model of the DB transition which revealed a bimodal distribution of the impact strength in the region of the DB transition. The model was based on the use of a fractional-power distribution to describe the probability of occurring the impact strength values. An analytical dependence of the probability of obtaining a given value of the impact strength at a given test temperature is proposed. At the second stage, the inverse problem was solved. The impact strength values were calculated from the given probability and test temperature. For this purpose, a generator of random numbers distributed according to the proposed bimodal law using the Monte Carlo method was constructed. The impact strength values were obtained using numerical methods. It is shown that the developed model does not contradict the existing experimental data and, probably, can be used to describe the DB transition both for well-known and new promising structural materials.
Evaluation of Islamic Personal Development Program (BPI) in Integrated Islamic School Networks
Authors: Ginting Budi Setiawan , Hutagaol Abdul Latif , Hendriyal Hendriyal , Irwansyah Muhammad , Azmar Azmar
Published: September 2022

This study aims to (1) evaluate the achievement of character education programs at the elementary school level in Medan City, (2) provide good recommendations to teachers, schools, for improving the Islamic Personal Development education program in the Integrated Islamic School Network. The type of research is program evaluation (formative evaluation) with a qualitative approach. The research subjects include: SD IT AD-DURRAH Medan. The data were analyzed using Milles & Huberman data analysis including: data reduction, data presentation, and data verification. The conclusions of this study are: (1) the readiness of elementary schools in the Integrated Islamic School Network (JSIT) to implement Islamic Personal Development education, judging from the curriculum that has integrated character education, but is still lacking in terms of managing supporting infrastructure and many teachers need more a lot of knowledge and skills about Islamic Personal Development; (2) the implementation of character education has begun to appear in learning activities; (3) support from the government in socialization or training is still lacking by schools; (4) monitoring and evaluation of character education is still limited to the curriculum and is carried out through coaching in every school; and (5) common obstacles faced by schools are student attitude assessments that have not been documented, teachers' lack of understanding to implement Islamic Personal Development.
Importance of Integrating Local Culture- Based Human Values into Elementary School Curriculum
Authors: Astawa Dewa Nyoman Wija , Jendra I Made Iwan Indrawan
Published: September 2022

This study discusses why it is important and how to integrate some human values with the local Balinese Hindu teachings  into an elementary school curriculum. The study suggests that when taught properly the values could enable collective awareness in the educational level that may impact the development of the generation quality.  This qualitative research was carried out at  Sathya Sai Elementary School in Denpasar-Bali, a private school that in addition to adopting some universally essential values  also features Balinese Hindu teaching. The data were analyzed after long observation on the teaching learning activities as well as through conducting a FGD (focus group discussion) involving the teachers, headmaster, the foundation, and the representative parents of the students. The study shows that integrating such values could be an effective character education needed by the recent generation.
Kripto Varlıkların Denetimi: Blok Zincir Teknolojisinin Bağımsız Denetim Sürecine Etkisi
Authors: ÖZER Özgecan , UMUT İklim Elif
Published: September 2022

Günümüzde yapay zekâ kavramının literatüre dahil olması ve bu kavramın geleceğin teknolojisi olarak tanımlanması ile gelişen teknolojilerin hızı ve iş süreçlerinin dijitalleşmesi, muhasebe ve denetim alanı çalışanlarının da bu sürece hızlıca uyum sağlamalarını gerektirmektedir. Blok Zincir sayesinde veri işleme sürecinin daha hızlı ve doğru bir biçimde gerçekleşecek olması, “big data” üretimi ve veri depolama yöntemlerinin gelişmesi ile sonuçlanmaktadır. Muhasebe denetim alanı çalışanları blok zincir teknolojisine uyum sağlayabilmek amacıyla mevcut yetenek, bilgi ve becerileri geliştirmek ve genişletmek zorunda kalacaklardır. Bu çalışma kapsamında öncelikle TFRS kapsamında kripto varlık işlemlerinin muhasebeleştirilmesi incelenmiş, bu varlıkların bağımsız denetim sürecine eklenmesi ile meslek mensuplarının eğitim ve becerilerinin nasıl geliştirilmesi gerektiği örneklerle tartışılmaktadır. Çalışmanın sonuçları uyarınca kripto varlık işlemlerinin finansal tablolarda nasıl yer alacağı ve denetiminin hangi düzenlemelere bağlı olarak yapılacağına ilişkin yalnızca yol gösterici nitelikte kılavuzların bulunduğu, fakat sözü geçen konulara ilişkin uluslararası düzeyde tek bir düzenlemeye ihtiyaç duyulduğu görülmektedir. Bu uluslararası düzenleme ile bağımsız denetçilerin kripto varlıkların denetimine yönelik mesleki yeterliliklerini artıracağı öngörülmektedir.