bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
YERLİ DİJİTAL PLATFORMLARDA ALGILANAN MARKA YERELLİĞİNİN MARKA TERCİHİ ÜZERİNDEKİ ETKİSİ VE ALGILANAN FİYAT DEĞERİ, ALGILANAN KALİTE DEĞERİ VE TÜKETİCİ BENLİK UYUMUNUN BU ETKİDEKİ MODERATÖR ROLÜ
Authors: GÜLÖZ Gizem Eda , MÜEZZİNOĞLU Deniz , ONURLU Özlen
Published: December 2022

Bu çalışmada; yerli dijital platformların algılanan marka yerelliğinin, marka tercihine etkisinde; algılanan fiyat değeri, algılanan kalite değeri ve tüketici benlik uyumu değişkenlerinin moderatör rolü incelenmiştir. Çalışmanın hareket noktası, özellikle global markalar için kolay kolay taklit edilemeyen “yerellik algısının” yerli markalara sağlayabileceği rekabet avantajıdır. Bunun üzerine, dijital yayın platformu kullanan 803 kişiye kolayda örneklem yoluyla ulaşılmış; ancak bunların yalnızca 412’sinin yerli dijital yayın platformu kullanıcısı olması üzerine 412 geçerli anket kullanılmıştır. Veriler toplandıktan sonra; faktör analizi, güvenilirlik analizi, korelasyon analizi, basit doğrusal regresyon analizi kullanılmıştır. Ayrıca, moderatör etki tespiti için SPSS Process programı kullanılarak veri analizi yapılmıştır. Sonuçta, algılanan marka yerelliğinin marka tercihini pozitif yönde ve istatistiki olarak anlamlı etkilediği bulunmuştur. Bununla birlikte; algılanan kalite değeri, algılanan fiyat değeri ve tüketici benlik uyumunun bu etkide moderatör rol oynadığı gözlemlenmiştir.
THE INFLUENCE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL ON BURNOUT: MODERATING EFFECT OF LOCUS OF CONTROL
Authors: BOLELLİ Murat , EKİZLER Hüseyin
Published: December 2022

Purposes of this research are to examine the effect of psychological capital on burnout and moderating effect of locus of control on the relationship between them. Data for the research is collected through questionnaire surveys using convenience sampling method. 461 forms are collected, after sorting and removing inconsistent and missing responses 409 usable questionnaires remained. To measure variables, Work Locus of Control Scale (WLCS) developed by Spector (1988), Psychological Capital Questionnaire (PCQ) developed by Luthans et al., (2007) and Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) developed by Maslach and Jackson (1981) is used. Following the reliability analyses which showed all the constructs are reliable and consistent, multiple regression analyses are conducted using research variables. Results indicate that self-efficacy has a significant and positive effect on all dimensions of burnout, optimism and resilience has a negative effect on emotional exhaustion and depersonalization dimensions of burnout, all PsyCap components has a significant and positive effect on reduced personal accomplishment and external LoC is found to moderate the relationship between PsyCap and burnout. Implications of the results are discussed and future research areas are suggested.
TÜRKİYE’DE KAMU EĞİTİM VE SAĞLIK HARCAMALARI İLE GELİR EŞİTSİZLİĞİNİN İNSANİ KALKINMA ÜZERİNE ETKİSİ
Authors: AVCI Bağdat Sıla
Published: December 2022

Ülkelerin insan merkezli kalkınma politikalarına önem vermeleri ile birlikte insani gelişmişlik kavramı literatürde yerini almıştır. İnsan merkezli kalkınmanın ölçümünde başvurulan en yaygın araç İnsani Kalkınma Endeksi’dir. Eğitim ve sağlık alanında görülen gelişmeler ile gelir eşitsizliklerinin azaltılmasına yönelik politikalar insani kalkınmaya yönelik yapılan en önemli yatırımlardır. Bu sebeple insani kalkınmaya yönelik yapılan bu yatırımların hangilerinin İnsani Kalkınma Endeksi üzerinde etkili olduğunun tespit edilmesi insan merkezli kalkınma politikalarının belirlenmesinde faydalı olacaktır. Bu çalışmada Türkiye’de 2000-2019 döneminde eğitim ve sağlık harcamaları ile gelir eşitsizliğinin insani kalkınma üzerindeki etkileri Bootstrap Toda-Yamamoto nedensellik analizi kullanılarak incelenmiştir. Çalışma sonucunda sağlık harcamalarından İnsani Kalkınma Endeksi’ne doğru bir nedensellik ilişkisi tespit edilmiştir. Eğitim harcamaları ve gelir eşitsizliği ile İnsani Kalkınma Endeksi arasında ise bir nedensellik ilişkisi tespit edilmemiştir.
ÇEVRESEL BELİRSİZLİĞİN YENİLİK PERFORMANSINA ETKİSİNDE ÖRGÜTSEL ÇEVİKLİĞİN ROLÜ: OTELLERDE BİR UYGULAMA
Authors: ERSARI Göknur
Published: December 2022

Belirsizliğin yüksek olduğu iş çevresinde yenilik yapmak işletmeler için bir zorunluluk haline gelmiştir. Çevresel belirsizliklere yenilik yaparak karşılık vermek işletmelerin çevik olmasına bağlıdır. Bu araştırma, çevresel belirsizliğin yenilik performansı üzerindeki etkisini incelerken belirsizliğin üç ana yönünü test etmeyi ve belirsiz ortamlarda örgütsel çevikliğin düzenleyici rolünü belirlemeyi amaçlamıştır. Veriler Nevşehir Merkez, Ürgüp, Göreme ve Avanos’ta bulunan otellerdeki 310 çalışandan elde edilmiştir. Verilere ilişkin güvenilirlik ve geçerlilik analizleri yapıldıktan sonra hipotezler test edilmiştir. Bulguların sonucunda çevresel belirsizliğin ve alt boyutlarından dinamiklik ve heterojenlik ile yenilik performansı arasında anlamlı ilişki bulunurken, olumsuzluk ile yenilik performansı arasında anlamlı ilişki bulunamamıştır. Ayrıca örgütsel çevikliğin, çevresel belirsizliğin alt boyutlarından dinamiklik ve heterojenliğin yenilik performansı üzerindeki etkisinde düzenleyici rol oynadığı tespit edilmiştir. Bu çalışma ile konaklama endüstrisinde çevresel belirsizlik, yenilik performansı ve örgütsel çeviklik arasındaki ilişkiye yeni bakış açıları sunulmuştur. Ancak araştırmanın sadece Nevşehir’e özel olması, çalışmanın genellenebilirliğini sınırlamıştır.
STRATEGIC DECISION MAKING FOR AIR CARGO CARRIERS ON FREIGHTER TYPE SELECTION
Authors: TANRIVERDİ Gökhan , LEZKİ Şenay , DOĞAN Ümit
Published: December 2022

The selection of freighter type is one of the strategic decisions that influence the economic sustainability of air cargo carriers, as it creates a serious financial burden, especially in case of purchasing a freighter. In this context, the aim of this study is to provide a methodology for air cargo carriers to help them determine the best freighter type in terms of their business models. The study is applied criteria including qualitative and quantitative drawn from the related literature and experts. AHP technique is used to determine criterion weights. TOPSIS and VIKOR techniques are utilized to select the best alternative freighter type. Findings show that A330-200F and B777F freighter types as the top two freighters for sector-wide results.
VUCA ORTAMINDA ÇALIŞANLARIN ÇEVİK LİDERLİK BECERİSİ ALGISI: BİR ÖLÇEK GELİŞTİRME ÇALIŞMASI VE SAHA ARAŞTIRMASI
Authors: BİR Yonca
Published: December 2022

Bilgi ve teknoloji alanındaki hızlı gelişmeler, değişen müşteri talepleri, çalışma koşulları, çalışan beklentileri, ekonomik dalgalanmalar, son dönemdeki pandemi ortamının getirdiği belirsizlikler gelecek dönemler için planlama ve öngörü yapmayı zorlaştırmaktadır. VUCA olarak ifade edilen bu ortamlarda yeni yönetsel yaklaşımlara evrilmeye ihtiyaç vardır. Bu yaklaşımlardan birisi çevik liderlik ve becerisi ile algılamasıdır. Bu araştırmada çevik liderlik becerisi algısını belirlemeye yönelik bir ölçme aracı geliştirmek amaçlanmıştır. VUCA algısının çevik liderlik becerisi algısı üzerindeki etkisi araştırılmıştır. Araştırmada geliştirilen ölçeğin çevik liderlik becerisi algısı ile ilgili yapılacak çalışmalara ve örgütsel davranış alanına katkı sağlayacağı değerlendirilmektedir. Araştırma TR 62 (Adana–Mersin) Bölgesindeki özel sektörlerde faaliyet gösteren işletmelerde çalışanların katılımıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda çevik liderlik becerisi algısını belirlemeye yönelik geçerli ve güvenilir bir ölçek geliştirilmiştir. Değişkenlik algısının çevik liderlik becerisi algısı üzerinde pozitif etkisi bulunmuştur. Bu doğrultuda, çalışanların değişkenlik algısı arttıkça çevik liderlik becerisi algısının arttığı ifade edilebilmektedir. Değişimin karşısında örgütlerin çevik kabiliyetlerinin geliştirilmesine dönük olarak, başta liderlik olmak üzere örgütsel yeteneklerin geliştirilmesinde karar verme prosedürlerinin daha esnek hale getirilmesi ve kurumsal çözüm üretme kabiliyetinin hız tabanlı olarak geliştirilmesi gerekmektedir.
Doing a scoping review with undergraduate occupational therapy students in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Van Biljon Hester M , Salie Bianca , Van Wyk Jancke C , Daniel Jessica , Kersop Lize-Mari , Naidoo Michaela , Van Niekerk Lana
Published: December 2022

In South Africa, the COVID-19 pandemic manifested in March 2020, bringing with it severe disruption and posing unique challenges, globally, to healthcare educators 1. The pandemic brought a shift in healthcare focus towards essential services, which affected rehabilitation 2. The negative impacts on rehabilitation at healthcare facilities included a decrease in patient numbers, termination of 'non-essential' and group services, and staff availability being affected by infection and isolation policies. These factors had a knock-on effect on the training of undergraduate students in occupational therapy. Without access to clinical settings, students lost exposure to both the contexts within which they were being trained to practice in and the realities of the service users they would be seeing. Research activities were similarly disrupted. A prerequisite for graduating as an occupational therapist at Stellenbosch University (SU) is the successful completion of a research project. To expose final year graduates to the theory and practice of research, data collection for projects is usually done in groups within clinical settings, thus affording them insight into the generation of evidence-based practice. With the pandemic disrupting the training occupational therapy students and jeopardizing completion of their studies within normal timeframes, innovative initiatives were needed to address the situation without putting quality education and integrity of education facilities at risk.
This commentary describes such an initiative. A supervised scoping review, that focused on how persons with disabilities in South Africa accessed rehabilitation services in public healthcare facilities, was undertaken with a group of five final year occupational therapy students. The reasoning was that the framework of a scoping review would introduce students to multiple examples of research methodology as well as the rigours of evidence synthesis. A discussed concern was that conducting a scoping review would be too time-consuming and difficult for undergraduate students. To address this concern, structure, and supervision with practical demonstrations, were prioritised. The educational objective was to expose the students to the realities of service users as described in published peer-reviewed primary research.
Occupational therapists' perceived ability to treat and assist bereaved individuals to find new meaning in life through engagement in therapeutic activities
Authors: Ramano E , Pretorius W , de Jager M , Oldfield T , Scriba D , Moriti B
Published: December 2022

INTRODUCTION: Previous studies on bereavement have focused on the implications for bereaved individuals from behavioural and psychological perspectives. Limited literature discusses occupational therapists' perceived ability to treat bereaved individuals and how activities can be used to create new meaning to their lives. METHOD: A descriptive qualitative design was employed in the study to elicit occupational therapists' perceived ability to treat bereaved individuals find new meaning in their life. Thirty-five occupational therapists were recruited, and nine participated in two focus groups. Data collected were thematically analysed. FINDINGS: Three themes emerged, namely: (1) activities used in occupational therapy creates opportunities for new meaning to life after loss of a loved one, (2) appropriate occupational therapists' helping skills and professional behaviour to assist and treat the bereaved, and (3) perceived barriers to positive outcomes in treating the bereaved. CONCLUSION: Bereaved individuals often have impaired performance in occupations and emotional processing. The effects of bereavement were addressed using the appropriate occupational therapist helping skills and professional behaviour to guide holistic, occupation-based and client-centred treatment. Bereaved individuals were treated through purposeful activities, facilitation of therapeutic groups and self-management skills training which seemed to create opportunities for new meaning in their life. Occupational therapists need to be cognisant of the barriers that negatively influence the positive outcome of occupational therapy services.
Enablers and inhibitors to quality of life as experienced by substance abusers discharged from a rehabilitation centre in Gauteng, South Africa
Authors: Lefine M , Lesunyane R
Published: December 2022

INTRODUCTION: The impact of substance-related and addictive disorders is a serious health problem affecting society. Occupational therapy intervention for people with substance-related disorders is ultimately directed at enhancing the quality of life. This article aims to present participants' experiences regarding their quality of life on their journey to sobriety. METHODS: A qualitative study, where an exploration of participants' perceptions and description thereof was used to gain insight into participants' experiences of their quality of life after discharge from a rehabilitation centre. Individual, semi-structured interviews were used to collect data from a purposive sample of 20 participants. The interviews were based on the Schedule for the Evaluation of Individual Quality of Life: A Direct Weighting Procedure for Quality-of-Life Domains (SEIQoL - DW). Data collected were analysed using thematic content analysis. FINDINGS: Two themes, namely (1) "enablers of quality of life", and (2) "quality of life inhibitors", emerged from the interviews. The participants described the enablers of quality of life as employment, education, support, parenting and leisure; while emotions experienced, family breakdown, harmful behaviours and socioeconomic status were described as the inhibitors of quality of life. CONCLUSIONS: Engagement in occupations is important for the substance user to enhance their quality of life. Occupation-based occupational therapy intervention is therefore crucial in enhancing quality of life, particularly in the life of a substance user whose lifelong journey to sobriety is challenged daily by the barriers they encounter.
The "in-between" element of the Europa and the Bull myth: responses by contemporary Greek artists (2002-2018) to the myth's politicisation by the EU
Authors: Veleni Themis
Published: December 2022

This paper presents a tripartite analysis of the political use of the Europa and the Bull myth in pro-European and Eurosceptical representations using the "in-between" concept. The "in-between" has long been used in philosophy and architecture and has been presented by Elizabeth Grosz (2001) within a broader context as an insightful tool for analysis. Here I use it to reveal the inner meanings of the myth and its political uses. First, I analyse how this concept of the "in-between" unfolds in two fundamental ideas of the myth, transformation (or metamorphosis) and transition (or transportation), signifying on a symbolic and political level a passage from one place/state of being to another, thus making it instrumental in shaping the political dynamic of the myth in the twentieth and twenty-first century. Secondly, I examine the role of this "in-between" concept in the process of the transformation of the myth from a cultural to a political one and in the use of the myth as such during times of European Union (EU) conflicts. Finally, I present artworks created by contemporary Greek artists in the years 2002-2018 as evidence of the above, setting their work on the international stage of artistic responses within the political arena.
Characterization of Fusarium species that affect the asparagus crops cultivation in Veracruz, Mexico
Authors: Sierra-Moya Jennifer Andrea , Espinoza César , Guzmán-López Oswaldo , Trigos Ángel , Salinas Castro Alejandro
Published: December 2022

Asparagus cultivation is highly profitable and is appreciated in international gourmet cuisine. In Mexico, the production of this vegetable is mainly for export, in the state of Veracruz it has been recently introduced. The objective of the research was to characterize by morphology, molecular techniques and pathogenicity test the Fusarium species isolated from symptomatic tissues of asparagus shoot. A directed sampling was carried out on plants that showed rot, wilting and dark brown spots. Fungal isolates were obtained from diseased shoots, which were disinfected and seeded on potato dextrose agar. Isolates were purified in monosporic cultures by hyphal tip. Four species of Fusarium were identified by taxonomic morphology, in a selective carnation leaf agar medium, then pathogenicity tests were carried out, complying with Koch's postulates. Next, the strains that were pathogenic were characterized by molecular techniques, and their identity as Fusarium oxysporum and Fusarium proliferatum was confirmed. The information obtained allows the implementation of appropriate management strategies for pathogenic species and thereby avoids economic losses in the short, medium, and long term in the asparagus crop.
Use of Andean pseudocereals in beer production
Authors: Paucar-Menacho Luz Maria , Salvador-Reyes Rebeca , Castillo-Martinez William Esteward , Símpalo-López Wilson Daniel , Verona-Ruiz Anggie , Lavado-Cruz Alicia , Quezada-Berrú Soledad , López-Rodriguez William
Published: December 2022

Beer is one of the most consumed alcoholic beverages worldwide; however, with consumers more aware of food's environmental and nutritional benefits, there is a demand for more sustainable and value-added products. Andean pseudocereals (APS) are becoming a trend as gluten-free grains with excellent nutritional and nutraceutical value. Cultivated under the extreme climate conditions of the Peruvian Andes, APS seeds are an excellent source of starch, fiber, proteins, minerals, vitamins, and bioactive compounds such as phenolic acids and flavonoids with antioxidant capacity that provide potential health benefits. This review is a compilation of the information and studies on the general characteristics and potential of the main APS as quinoa, amaranth, and cañihua for beer production. In addition, current evidence of the malting process in APS and its effects on beer's nutritional, functional, and sensory properties are also provided. Based on the research supporting the pseudocereals inclusion for the formulation of foods for celiac people, this review also looks at recent advances in applying APS to develop traditional and gluten-free (GF) beers. Finally, APS's economic, cultural, and social importance in the brewing industry is highlighted to promote the creation and innovation of fermentative products based on their bioactive compounds, thus achieving better commercial exploration of these ancestral grains.
The Efficiency of Environmental Project Financing with Green Bonds in the Energy Sector: Evidence from EU Countries
Authors: Смирнов Сергей , Булгаков Андрей
Published: December 2022

This paper investigates whether the issue of green bonds by energy companies allows lowering the cost of funding for their environmental projects. We use empirical data on green bond placement in the energy sector and comparable conventional bond yield curves to prove the existence of the green bond yield discount. The sample includes 37 plain vanilla green bond issues and comparable yield curves of EU energy companies for 2017–2020 with total volume EUR 25 bn. We demonstrate that green bonds have a 4.7 bps lower average yield compared to conventional bonds. This green bond discount is statistically significant at a 5% level and does not depend on issue size or debut status of the issue. We draw three main conclusions: (1) energy companies may lower cost of funding by issuing green bonds, making environmental projects more economically attractive, (2) the green bond discount is present for both inaugural and subsequent green bond issues, which makes it reasonable to finance all environmental projects with green bonds, (3) the green bond discount does not depend on the issue size, which makes green bonds an appropriate choice for financing capital-intensive projects.
Process optimization of extruded noodles from Cocoyam (Colocasia Esculenta) and Bambara groundnut (Vigna Subterranea) flour
Authors: Bulus Daniel Sadiq , Zokti James Alkali
Published: December 2022

A noodle is a thin, long strip of spaghetti or a similar flour paste consumed with a sauce or taken with warm water with sugar and milk added as desired. In this regard, a modified noodle was produced from cocoyam with Bambara ground nut added to enhance the nutritional composition of the noodle. Central Composite Design (CCD) using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) was used in the optimization procedure. The aim was to develop the best mix of procedure variables that can give optimum formulation with a high protein. The process variables were feed composition (X1), barrel temperature (X2), and feed moisture composition (X3). The responses were moisture, protein, fat, and fiber. Regression models and residual plots were generated and adequacy was tested with regression coefficient (R2) and the lack of fit test. Results of the analysis of variance (ANOVA) indicated that the process variables had a significant effect on the protein (p < 0.05). Results for regression coefficients prove a fair fit of the model. The optimum noodle had 60g of Bambara ground nut, 120 oC barrel temperature, and 16% moisture content. Its responses were 10.66 mg/100g protein, 0.95 mg/100g fat, 1.60 mg/100g ash, and 1.75 mg/100g fiber. The optimized recipe shows improve nutrients.
Thinking in cytology key
Authors: Francisco Javier Torres Gómez , Rosa Sánchez de Medina González , Beatriz Bravo Zambrano , Vanesa Ortega Bravo
Published: December 2022

As pathologists, cytotechnologists, and professors of pathology and cytology, we find ourselves disconcerted because we turn, in disbelief, to an unprecedented situation that could affect patient care and we refer to the exact opposite of that which could be considered in any medical treatise or scientific article from the 20th century.
INHERITANCE OF PLANT HEIGHT IN EINKORN WHEAT BY RESULTS OF SEGREGATION ANALYSIS
Authors: FU Hao , БОГУСЛАВСЬКИЙ роман , ATRAMENTOVA Liubov
Published: December 2022

The genetic control of plant height – important trait associated with yield – is practically not studied in diploid wheats. In this paper, using reciprocal crosses between two Triticum monococcum accessions – var. monococcum (UA0300311) and var. nigricultum (UA0300282) in autumn and spring sowing, inheritance of the plant height is studied. The sowing period significantly affects the expression of einkorn plant height. Data from the generations P1, P2, F1, F2 were used for segregation analysis. For a combination of UA0300311 × UA0300282, the optimal models for plant height inheritance are: at autumn sowing – one main gene with a negative complete dominant effect, its additive effect is –8.05; at spring sowing – one main gene with an additive-dominant effect, its additive effect is –24.51. For the reciprocal combination UA0300282 × UA0300311, at autumn sowing, the optimal model of plant height was one main gene with an equal additive-dominant effect, it additive effect is 10.94; at spring sowing – one main gene with a negative complete dominant effect, its additive effect is –18.37. The heritability was in all cases from 96.52% to 99.70%. The high dispersion of the trait in the second hybrid generation suggests that the studied parental forms differ not only in the main gene, as follows from the results of segregation analysis, but also in the system of modifier genes with a weak effect.
Analysis of Rationalization through Restructuring of Islamic Finance based on the Ihsan Principle
Authors: Khairul Anam Erfan Asmaie , Mohamad Abdul Basir , Yahaya Mohammad Zaini
Published: December 2022

Ihsan is the pursuit of excellence in worship and daily activities to achieve success and happiness so as to be rewarded with sweetness of faith and Paradise for doing something beyond what is required. A person who does not pursue ihsan is not considered as zalim (wrongful or unjust) or failing his religious obligations as long as he is just and fair. The main goal of Islamic banking institutions is to avoid all forms of zulm (injustice, cruelty, oppression, exploitation) in transactions and to distinguish Islamic transactions from conventional financial practices. In order to ensure quality and harmony, muamalat practice must be assessed and reviewed from the perspective of ihsan to gain the blessings and pleasure of Allah SWT. The purpose of this study is to analyze and evaluate the rationalization in restructuring Islamic financing from the perspective of ihsan to ensure the objectives and functions of Islamic financial institutions are achieved. This research is qualitative using the method of content analysis. The data were analyzed using descriptive and deductive methods. The results show that the recommendations from the Central Bank of Malaysia and rationalization of Islamic financing restructuring procedure fulfills the principle of ihsan in past implementation and during the Covid-19 pandemic crisis. Islamic banking institutions have been responsible and exercised forbearance by providing facilities and eliminating difficulties to assist customer dealings. Customers also have the responsibility to banks that have provided financing facilities and accommodated their financial affairs. Hence, this study can serve as a guide to all parties in applying the principle of ihsan to any action and practice to ensure a more meaningful life.
Hibah as Alternative to Resolve Inheritance Issue among New Muslim Converts (Muallaf) in Malaysia: An Analysis
Authors: Azmi Amylia Fuziana , Nik Saleh Nik Salida Suhaila , Zakaria Mohamad Zaharuddin
Published: December 2022

In Malaysia, Muslim converts (Muallaf) face certain difficulties including restrictions in inheritance. In this regard, Islam provides that the property of Muslims shall be inherited by Muslim heirs only. In other words, the general principle provides that non-Muslim heirs have no right in inheritance to property that belonging to Muslims. By taking into consideration the status and rights of family members of Muallaf in Malaysia, hibah is categorized as an alternative method of distribution, in addition to wasiat and other methods. In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in studying and promoting hibah (inter vivos gift) as one of the alternatives in distributing someone’s wealth, in addition to other methods. This paper applies a doctrinal legal research methodology where data collection involves primary and secondary sources which include Al-Quran, hadith, journal articles, constitution, statutes and case law. This study seeks to identify the extent hibah applies as an alternative to resolve the inheritance issue among the Muallaf and to provide some recommendations in proposing hibah law to be enacted in resolving this issue in Malaysia. To date, none of the authors has studied in detail drafting of hibah law to be enacted for resolving the inheritance issue concerning Muallaf in this country. This study discovers that a specific law on hibah could clarify its position and application in Malaysia where it can further be used as an alternative to resolve inheritance conflict affecting the heirs, especially non-Muslim, of Muallaf. Furthermore, it may also benefit various agencies such as religious departments, Shariah Court and other relevant agencies to preserve the rights of Muallaf in regard to their inheritance issues.
Infographics as an Alternative Da'wah Medium during Covid-19 Crisis
Authors: Ahmad Fauzi Anwar , Anas Norazmi , Baharom Shahrel Nizar , Yaacob Zuriani
Published: December 2022

Infographics are visual representations of complex information or data created by combining elements such as symbols, graphics, shapes, pictures, texts and illustrations to present information in a simple, concise and easy to understand manner that piques the reader’s or viewer’s interest. Based on these criteria, infographics are deemed highly suitable for use as a medium for contemporary da’wah in an age of media centralization, particularly among the young. The current COVID-19 pandemic has severely harmed traditional preaching and learning through lectures and talks in mosques and suraus, particularly in our country, Malaysia. This is due to the strict enforcement of the Movement Control Order (MCO), which limits movement and mass gathering with strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and suspends all religious activities. In order to overcome obstacles to preaching, we must creatively diversify the method of da’wah based on the concept of murunah (flexibility), which is the foundation of Islamic tasawwur in implementing Shariah. Thus, the objectives of this study are to (i) explain the idea of ICT-based da’wah, (ii) analyse the concept of infographics and multimedia in da’wah, and (iii) summarise the community’s perspective of infographics as an interactive da’wah medium. This study employed exploratory sequential mixed methods, beginning with a qualitative literature review using content analysis, followed by quantitative perception questionnaire, analyzed using descriptive analysis. The findings of the study finds that an average of 91.3% of the respondents agreed that infographics represent a significantly suitable form of visual information through social media for most people, especially during the COVID-19 crisis for the continuity of Islamic da’wah.
Framework in Developing Model of Interfloor Leakage in High-Rise Residential Buildings in Malaysia
Authors:   Department of Architecture & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia, Mohd Sahi Siti Rosemawar , Mohd Tawil Norngainy ,   Department of Architecture & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia, You Wai Kuan ,   PKN Building Solutions Sdn Bhd
Published: December 2022

Interfloor leakage is amongst the highest claims reported to the Strata Management Tribunal. This defect affects strata communities directly and indirectly in cost of repair, occupant safety, health and disputes. Regulation 55 of the Strata Management (Management and Maintenance) Regulation 2015 under Strata Management Act 2013 defines interfloor leakage as any evidence of dampness, moisture or water penetration, and has underlined the work process of interfloor inspection. However, issues are investigating the cause of leakage and repair costs, and determining who is responsible for the repair. Conducting defect assessment by standards is the collection of systematic information to evaluate building performance, investigate defect elements and recommend appropriate repairs. The research concept framework examines the effect or influence of each construct on another construct. Constructs are three, namely, interfloor leakage management, legislation and owner satisfaction. Based on the literature review, the conceptual framework is produced, and each of these constructs is developed with several dimensions to be tested. The sequential exploratory design method is used with a combined approach of qualitative interviews and discussions with experts in the field of property management and building pathology to form a questionnaire for distribution to the management. This research is essential to decide how to reduce disputes, discuss the costs of repair and select a party to execute repairs that create quality strata management that benefits the owners, management and stakeholders.
Development of Framework to Increase Flexibility in Shop floor and Maximize Production Rate using Substitute Machine
Authors:   Research Scholar Mechanical Engineering Department, Suresh Gyan Vihar University Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Kumar Pagare Ajay , Neeraj Kumar ,   Professor Mechanical Engineering Department, Suresh Gyan Vihar University Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Published: December 2022

The research attempt to increase flexibility in shop floor and improve rate of production through maintenance engineering policies. The research is grounded on analysis of data collected from manufacturing based MSMEs and review of literature and data of spare parts published in referred journals. The study derives a further framework model comprising three strategies (Supply chain management, inventory management, and maintenance engineering) to improve rate of production. The aforesaid process is used to identify problems that occur during machine breakdown. The paper provides a research substitute machine to manage problems during breakdown of machines so that production is not hindered.
Numerical Study of Hybrid Through Plate Connections to CFST Columns
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Eskisehir Technical University, Turkey, Twizere Moussa , Taşkin Kıvanc ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Eskisehir Technical University, Turkey
Published: December 2022

The use of concrete-filled steel tube (CFST) columns is highly encouraged nowadays in modern multistory structures. The major reason is the extensive resistance offered by the hollow steel column to high compression. Nevertheless, further studies and data are desirable to exhaustively characterize these members and their connections to other members, such as beams. This paper investigated the behavior of concrete-filled columns connected to I-beams by through plates. Three simple types of plate connections (easy to assemble and construct) were proposed and evaluated. The behavior of these connections was examined under static loading by using advanced finite element based software (ABAQUS). The modeling techniques used in this study were validated by comparing the numerical results of a through plate connection model with the results of two relevant experimental studies. The proposed connections were classified as semi-rigid connections according to Eurocode-3. These connections were able to move the plastic hinge away from the column panel zone. The maximum plastic rotations of all connection types were greater than 40 mrad. The failure mode, and moment-rotation curves of the concrete-filled column to steel beam connections were discussed based on numerical results. The influence of through plate material and through plate thickness were evaluated via a parametrical study.
Numerical Energy and Exergy Evaluation of a Filament Bulb Controlled Convective Heat Dryer
Authors:   Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Alex Ekwueme University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, A. Ajah Stephen , V. Ikwuagwu Chibuzo ,   African Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Power and Energy Development (ACESPED), University of Nigeria, Nsukka, O Ezurike Benjamin ,   Dept. of Mechatronic Engineering, Alex Ekwueme University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State
Published: December 2022

The mathematical model for temperature regime thermal analysis evaluation of convective heat dryer has been done. Control volume analysis was adopted in this work while taking note of all the feasible heat transfer mechanisms around the system. Mathematical expressions for the energy, exergy, entropy generation as well as destroyed exergy were derived using the control volume. The consumed energy, exergy, entropy generation and exergy destruction of the dryer were computed. The system temperature gradually increased from its initial room temperature of 270˚C to 720˚C at approximately 2700 secs. The temperature thereafter dropped and stabilized to about 670˚C at 4600 secs while the element dried gradually. The moisture removal curve followed the same trend as that of the temperature with gradual variation from 0.5 to 13.2g/mol. The peak energy from the system is approximately 958J against the useful exergy of 443J which shows that 46.24% of the expended energy was actually useful for the drying purpose and about 10.23% was lost. The energy and exergy efficiencies were also computed and results showed that the efficiencies are functions of temperature just like other influencing parameters which has to be technically controlled. Peak energy efficiency of approximately 54.6% was recorded in the dryer with the peak exergy efficiency of 23.4%. The dryer also yielded a better dried product as compared with the traditional means of drying.
Features of epileptiform activity in patients with diagnosed glioblastoma: from genetic and biochemical mechanisms to clinical aspects
Authors: Tyagunova E. E. , Zakharov A. S. , Glukhov A. I. , Dobrokhotova V. Z. , Shlapakov T. I. , Kozlov V. V. , Korotkova N. V. , Tyagunova T.  E.
Published: December 2022

Introduction. glioblastomas multiforme (grade Iv gliomas) are common and the most aggressive primary tumors of the brain with very unfavorable prognosis. In all previously published papers on epileptiform activity in glioblastomas, not enough information on encephalogram results is presented.

Aim. To study the features of epileptiform activity in patients with glioblastomas and development of a plan for further study of these patients.

Materials and methods. An analysis of articles from Elsevier, Embase, Scopus, The Cochrane Library, global Health, Russian Science Citation Index (RSCI) databases, Scholar, google, web of Science, pubmed search engines and scientific electronic library CyberLeninka was performed. materials were selected considering journal indexing system and citations, scientific novelty of the studies, statistical significance of the results. publications repeating data from previous articles or describing animal experiments were excluded from analysis.

Results. During the study, data on mechanisms of epileptiform activity pathogenesis, predisposing factors (tumor location in the temporal, frontal or parietal lobes, IDH-1 and / or IDH-2 gene mutations), treatment options in patients with glioblastomas were systemized. Additionally, and original plan of data accumulation for clinical studied taking into account limitations of the previous studies was developed to increase quality of results interpretation.

Conclusion. Epileptiform symptoms in glioblastomas negatively affect patients’ quality of life and lifespan. Currently, researchers actively search for an effective method of treatment of epileptic seizures in patients with glioblastomas. The most effective is combination of temozolomide with valproate and levetiracetam due to good control of seizure frequency, low toxicity, and pharmacological synergy between the drugs.
A rare case of primary adenocarcinoma of the eyelid
Authors: Rotin D. L. , Paklina O.  V. , Zakurdaev E. I. , Tin’kova I.  O.
Published: December 2022

Introduction. primary mucinous carcinoma of the eyelid skin is a rare adenocarcinoma of skin glands. This tumor rarely metastasizes but frequently recurs.

The study objective is to describe a rare clinical case of primary mucinous carcinoma of the eyelid skin, present macroscopic, histological and immunohistological descriptions of this pathology.

Clinical case. male, 66 years old, sought medical care due to a neoplasm of the lower eyelid. macroscopically a subcutaneous node 1.2 × 1.0 cm was observed, of yellow-brown color, gelatinous in section. microscopic examination showed that the tumor consists of islands of epithelial cells surrounded by mucinous “lakes”. Immunohistochemical examination showed Ck7, estrogen, p53 expression in the tumor cells, as well as absence of Ck20 expression. Based on the data of macro-, microscopic and immunohistochemical examinations, primary mucinous carcinoma of the eyelid skin was diagnosed. Observed morphological signs of this tumor allow to differentiate it from cancer metastasis.

Conclusion. primary mucinous carcinoma of the skin should be differentiated from metastasis of mucinous carcinoma of the breast, lung, colon, et al. macro- and microscopic signs of this tumor are subjective. Immunohistochemical examination is a more reliable diagnostic tool.
Personalized or unified approach in the prevention and treatment of oral mucositis in patients with malignant neoplasms of the head and neck organs: the choice of the optimal solution
Authors: Gvozdikova E. N. , Avanesov A. M. , Khalil E. F. , Kandakova E. Yu. , Avanesov K. A.
Published: December 2022

Introduction. The prevalence of oncological diseases of the oropharyngeal region continues to grow steadily, but there is an increase for a number of nosologies in the five-year survival rate of this category of patients, which naturally leads to the actualization of accompanying treatment programs and the desire to improve the quality of life of oncological patients. One of the areas of maintenance therapy in oncology is dental support, the choice of approaches and methods of which is not systematically organized.

Aim. To determine the optimal method of dental support for patients with malignant neoplasms of the head and neck organs for the prevention and treatment of oral mucositis.

Materials and methods. At the Russian Scientific Center of Roentgenoradiology, retrospective analysis of scientific clinical results of oral mycosis treatment in patients with malignant tumors of the head and neck receiving antitumor therapy was performed.

Results. Two main approaches have been identified for the prevention and treatment of oral mucositis in patients with malignant neoplasms of the head and neck organs: personalized and unified approach. using personalized approach, maximal mean value of oral mycosis severity during the whole antitumor treatment period per the Radiation therapy Oncology group (RTOg) classification was 2.19 ± 0.13. The quality of life of patients is reduced by 26.1 %. using unified approach, maximal mean value of oral mycosis severity during the whole antitumor treatment period per the RTOg classification was 2.44 ± 0.05. The quality of life of patients is reduced by 51.5 %, but at the same time, absolutely all patients retain the ability to eat independently and take care of the oral cavity.

Conclusion. Both personalized and unified approaches for the prevention and treatment of oral mucositis are possible for use in clinical practice.
The role of nutritional support in treatment of head and neck tumors: clinical case
Authors: Mudunov A. M. , Pak M. B. , Wolf L. Ya.
Published: December 2022

The article presents a clinical observation of treatment of locally advanced squamous cell oropharyngeal carcinoma. The problems of nutritional support of patients during primary chemoradiation treatment are considered. The presented clinical case shows that use of sip feeds can significantly improve nutritional condition in patients with head and neck tumors and improve tolerability and results of antitumor treatment.
Datación de sedimentos recientes utilizando radionucleidos de vida corta
Authors: Cearreta Bilbao Alejandro , Gómez-Arozamena José E. , Irabien María Jesús , Ruiz-Fernández Ana Carolina , Sanchez-Cabeza Joan-Albert , Ortiz Josefina , Sáez‑Muñoz Marina
Published: December 2022

Se presentan las características principales del método de datación de sedimentos recientes mediante el radioisótopo natural 210Pb y su validación utilizando radionucleidos artificiales tales como 137Cs y 239,240Pu. Se hace una revisión de los principios generales de esta metodología, se aportan recomendaciones prácticas para la recogida de testigos sedimentarios en el campo y su posterior procesamiento en el laboratorio, se describen diferentes técnicas analíticas utilizadas en la determinación de sus concentraciones y se explican brevemente varios modelos para la interpretación de los perfiles obtenidos. Por último, se incluyen ejemplos prácticos de su aplicación en secuencias sedimentarias procedentes de distintos ambientes marinos (estuario, bahía y plataforma continental) en el norte de la Península Ibérica.
Cronofunciones: modelización estadística de conjuntos de dataciones numéricas para el estudio del Cuaternario: Ejemplos para la Península Ibérica
Authors: Silva Barroso Pablo G. , Roquero Elvira
Published: December 2022

El presente trabajo analiza el uso de funciones matemáticas geocronológicas para el establecimiento de marcos cronológicos teóricos en el análisis de diferentes procesos acaecidos durante el periodo Cuaternario. El progresivo aumento de dataciones absolutas obtenidas mediante diferentes métodos (C14, TL, OSL, ESR, TH/U, Cosmogénicos, etc.) de yacimientos arqueológicos, sedimentos y formas del relieve (p.ej.: terrazas fluviales) hace posible el desarrollo de funciones geocronológicas cada vez más precisas. Entre las más utilizadas se encuentran las funciones de distribución de probabilidades de fechas C14 (SPD y SPDR), funciones de frecuencias acumuladas y funciones de regresión (lineales, potenciales, logarítmicas y polinómicas). En este trabajo nos centramos en las dos últimas indicando su creciente utilidad para la determinación de periodos de sedimentación, erosión, formación de suelos y su comparación con curvas paleoclimáticas derivadas de análisis isotópicos (p.ej. O18), así como la utilización de regresiones logarítmicas y polinómicas de diferente orden para el establecimiento de marcos cronológicos en la evolución de valles fluviales en función de la altura relativa de sus sistemas de terrazas.
datación arqueomagnética. Fundamentos, éxitos y limitaciones
Authors: Carrancho Ángel , Gómez Paccard Miriam , Pavón Carrasco Francisco Javier
Published: December 2022

El arqueomagnetismo es una técnica de datación que permite datar el último calentamiento de ciertos materiales arqueológicos y geológicos quemados. El estudio de la termorremanencia registrada en materiales como hornos, hogares o rocas volcánicas, permite reconstruir las variaciones en la dirección y/o intensidad del campo magnético terrestre a lo largo del tiempo mediante el desarrollo de curvas regionales y modelos paleomagnéticos. Estas curvas y modelos son potentes herramientas de datación y la mayoría, incluidas las existentes para la península ibérica, abarcan los últimos 3-4 milenios. Actualmente es posible datar el último uso (calentamiento) y potencial abandono de una estructura de combustión arqueológica de edad menor a 4 mil años con una incertidumbre temporal que puede variar, según factores, entre los ± 50 años y unos pocos siglos. Se presenta una síntesis de los fundamentos de la técnica, los materiales de interés y cómo abordar su muestreo. Se discute el rango cronológico de aplicación del método y qué factores condicionan su precisión temporal. Finalmente, se presenta un caso de datación de una estructura de combustión prehistórica peninsular donde se describen los pasos seguidos para obtener su datación arqueomagnética. La mejora y ampliación temporal de la técnica depende notablemente de la colaboración interdisciplinar entre geofísicos y arqueólogos.
Estratigrafía isotópica del último ciclo glaciar (MIS 4 - MIS 1): estadiales/interestadiales de Groenlandia; Eventos Dansgaard-Oescher y Eventos Heinrich
Authors: Bardají Azcárate Teresa , Lario Javier
Published: December 2022

Los sondeos de hielo en los casquetes polares (Groenlandia y Antártida) han permitido profundizar en el conocimiento de los cambios climáticos registrados en los sondeos oceánicos profundos y el registro de los isótopos del oxígeno. La gran variedad de datos obtenidos, tanto a partir del análisis del hielo, como del aire atrapado en sus burbujas, hacen de los sondeos de hielo uno de los registros paleoclimáticos de mayor calidad. La variación de la relación isotópica del oxígeno (dO18), del deuterio (dD) y de otros elementos traza, unido a la gran precisión cronológica asociada al contaje de capas anuales y otros métodos de datación, han permitido establecer una escala cronológica de detalle para los MIS 4 a MIS 1, pobremente representados en los sondeos oceánicos. Los sondeos de hielo realizados en Groenlandia muestran una gran variabilidad climática a lo largo de este período de tiempo, identificándose eventos de calentamiento muy rápidos (eventos Dansgaard – Oeschger; Greenland interstadials) seguidos por enfriamientos más lentos (Greenland stadials), alguno de los cuales especialmente fríos (eventos Heinrich). La comparación de estos eventos con los registros coetáneos en latitudes medias permite interpretar la respuesta de diferentes medios sedimentarios ante dicha variabilidad climática. Como ejemplo se han seleccionado dos de dichos registros: un espeleotema de una cavidad kárstica y una secuencia sedimentaria poligénica.