bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Naturalism, Religion, and Mental Disorders
Authors: Cohen Daniel
Published: May 2023

This article explores the analysis developed in the book, Hearing Voices and Other Matters of the Mind: What Mental Abnormalities Can Teach Us about Religions, by Robert N. McCauley and George Graham. In the book, the authors develop a model of the relationship between religious cognition and cognition associated with mental illness. Their model is based on the longstanding consensus that many classical mystical experiences appear to overlap phenomenologically with pathological states. This article argues that the model presented in the book, while compelling, could be strengthened by extending it to include discussion not only of the cognitive association between religious experiences and mental disorders, but also about how religious cognitions can similarly be associated with mental wellness. Such occurrences are seen, for example, in the positive mental health outcomes that can be associated with the religious/spiritual experiences of mystics, in contrast to the negative outcomes experienced by psychotics.
SIMULATION OF ELASTOPLASTIC FRACTURE OF A CENTER CRACKED PLATE
Authors: Astapov N. S. , Kurguzov V. D.
Published: May 2023

The strength of a square plate with a central crack at normal separation was studied within the framework of the Neuber–Novozhilov approach using a modified Leonov–Panasyuk–Dugdale model using an additional parameter, the diameter of the plasticity zone (width of the pre-fracture zone). As a model of a deformable solid body, a model of an ideal elastic-plastic material with a limiting relative elongation was chosen. This class of materials includes, for example, low-alloy steels used in structures operating at temperatures below the cold brittleness threshold. In the presence of a singular feature in the stress field in the vicinity of the crack tip, it is proposed to use a two-parameter discrete integral strength criterion. The deformation fracture criterion is formulated at the tip of a real crack, and the force criterion for normal stresses, taking into account averaging, is formulated at the tip of a model crack. The lengths of real and model cracks differ by the length of the pre-fracture zone. The constitutive equations of the analytical model are analyzed in detail depending on the characteristic linear dimension of the material structure. Simple formulas suitable for verification calculations for the critical breaking load and the length of the pre-fracture zone are obtained. Numerical modeling of the propagation of plasticity zones in square plates under quasi-static loading has been performed. In the numerical model, the updated Lagrangian formulation of the equations of mechanics of a deformable solid body is used, which is most preferable for modeling the deformation of bodies made of an elastic-plastic material at large deformation. The plastic zone in the vicinity of the crack tip is obtained by the finite element method. The results of analytical and numerical prediction of plate fracture under plane deformation are compared. It is shown that the results of numerical experiments are in good agreement with the results of calculations using the analytical model of fracture of materials with a structure under normal separation. Diagrams of quasi-brittle and quasi-ductile fracture of a structured plate are constructed.
MHD FLOW OF CNT-H2O NANOFLUID NEAR A VERTICAL PLATE IN A POROUS MEDIUM WITH REFERENCE TO CAPUTO FRACTIONAL DERIVATIVE: AN APPLICATION TO WATER PURIFICATION
Authors: Mahitha Orugonda , Golla Vijaya Kumar Avula
Published: May 2023

This paper investigates heat transmission near the surface of a vertical plate in the flow of a radiating nanofluid in an optically thick and porous medium as well as mass diffusion in the presence of a heat source/sink and a uniform magnetic flux. An H2O-based nanofluid with carbon nanotube (CNT) suspensions is considered in the fluid problem. Boussinesq's approximation was used to simulate the pressure gradient in the Navier-Stokes equation. The law of conservation of energy, momentum, and mass has been used to determine the governing partial differential equations for the current situation. The fluid behavior was demonstrated using the Caputo fractional derivative. The order of the Caputo time fractional derivative a considered in the problem is α ∈ (0,1). The nondimensionalized governing PDEs are solved analytically using an appropriate combination of Fourier-sine and Laplace transform techniques, and closed forms of solutions in terms of the Mittag-Leffler function are obtained for the velocity, temperature, and concentration fields. The effect of the significant parameters on the fluid performance is analyzed graphically. It is discovered that the concentration, temperature, and velocity profiles increase considerably with increasing fractional quantities due to changing mass, thermal, and momentum boundary layers for large time t. Further investigation demonstrates that as the magnetic field is intensified, the flow curves rapidly decrease. Tables have also been provided to demonstrate the effect of regulating physical parameters on friction drag, heat transmission rate, and mass transmission rate.
Determinantes da adoção do hedge accounting pelos bancos brasileiros
Authors: Dantas José Alves , Leite Gustavo Barbosa , Teixeira Elisa Elaine
Published: May 2023

Este estudo teve por objetivo identificar os fatores determinantes da adoção do hedge accounting pelos bancos brasileiros que publicam demonstrações financeiras em IFRS. Para a realização dos testes foram examinadas demonstrações financeiras em IFRS de 41 bancos, no período de 2015 a 2020. Os resultados dos testes empíricos revelaram que a adoção do hedge accounting é positivamente relacionada com: (i) o fato de os bancos terem o capital de controle de natureza privada, serem de capital aberto (listados na B3) e possuírem investimentos no exterior, sob a forma de dependências ou subsidiárias; e (ii) o nível de participação das carteiras de crédito a clientes e de títulos e valores mobiliários na estrutura patrimonial das entidades. Os testes demonstraram, também, que o tamanho dos bancos, o fato de serem listados nos níveis de governança da B3 e o nível de rentabilidade das entidades não ajudam a explicar a adoção do hedge accounting pelos bancos brasileiros. Os resultados permitem identificar padrões nas instituições financeiras que mais adotam o hedge accounting e possibilitam aos agentes econômicos entender as escolhas contábeis praticadas por essas entidades, considerando a sua relevância para a indústria financeira – em especial quanto à necessidade de gestão de riscos e de capital em empresas deste segmento. Adicionalmente, os achados suprem um gap de literatura no que tange ao segmento financeiro, identificando fatores que funcionam como incentivos para a adoção da contabilidade de hedge – prática contábil compatível com o gerenciamento de riscos pelos bancos brasileiros.
Features of thermal analysis of ceramics
Authors: Kryuchkov Yu. N
Published: May 2023

It is advisable to include in the results of the analysis the dimensions and shape of the samples, the temperature curve in the center of the analyzed sample, and also what the differential thermocouple measures, the temperature difference between the center and the surface of the sample between the centers of the samples, as well as the density and mass of the samples. It is shown that the temperature effect in the material is more accurately reflected by the sample mass change curve than by the DTG curve. Enthalpy change ― the thermal effect of the process should be determined, taking into account not the entire area under or above the peak of the DTA curve, but only its part between the DTA curve, the horizontal through the process start point and the vertical through the minimum or maximum of the DTA curve. The next part of the curve describes the entry of the sample into the regular mode after the end of the chemical or phase (recrystallization) process. Ill. 4. Ref. 13.
Technique for сomprehensive assessment of the quality of coatings synthesized by the method of electrospark machining
Authors: Kravchenko I. N. , Velichko S. A. , Kuznetsov Yu. A. , Martynov A. V. , Petrovskii D. I. , Slivov A. F.
Published: May 2023

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Stylosanthes guianensis CIAT 184 – review of a tropical forage legume
Authors: Schultze-Kraft Rainer , Hubiao Yang , Jun Tang , Guodao Liu
Published: May 2023

A comprehensive review, based on about 180 references, synthesizing research and development about Stylosanthes guianensis accession CIAT 184 is presented. This genotype has been widely tested across the tropics and was developed into commercial cultivars in several countries. Agronomic evaluations in a range of disciplines and other research in numerous countries of tropical America, Africa, Southeast Asia and China, and utilization of the legume by farmers are reported. CIAT 184 is particularly successful in southern China, where it gave origin to 5 cultivars. Its outstanding feature is an apparently durable tolerance of the fungal disease, anthracnose (Colletotrichum gloeosporioides), throughout the tropics, with exception of the savanna ecozone in tropical America. Further assets include adaptation to acid, infertile soils, drought tolerance and high production of nutritious dry matter that can be used as traditional forage for ruminants and as leaf meal or pellets to feed monogastrics. CIAT 184 has also found application for soil conservation and improvement (such as erosion control, mulch and green manure), alone or in association with crops and trees. Published work dealing with basic research, mainly conducted in China, is presented. The review concludes with a brief discussion on the current adoption of CIAT 184 and with suggestions regarding future perspectives and research needs.
DRY SLIDING WEAR BEHAVIOUR OF AZ31/ZrO2 COMPOSITES PRODUCED USING A STIR CASTING PROCESS
Authors: Basha K. Kamal , R. Subramanian  , T. Satish Kumar  , G. Suganya Priyadharshini
Published: May 2023

This study investigates the effect of ZrO2 reinforcement (5, 10 and 15)  vol.% on the dry sliding wear behaviour of AZ31 Mg alloy composites produced using stir casting. The wear test (pin on disc) was conducted at different loads of (10, 20, 30 and 40) N and sliding velocities of (1, 3 and 5) m/s. The variation in the wear rate and friction co-efficient with the change in the load at a constant sliding distance was determined. Results showed that the composites exhibited a lower wear rate at higher loads and speeds compared to the AZ31 alloy. In particular, AZ31-15  vol.% ZrO2 composite showed the lowest wear rate and friction coefficient. Different wear mechanisms operating during the wear test were investigated using SEM and XRD.
INJECTION MOLDING OF POLYCARBONATE THICK-WALLED PARTS USING A TOOL WITH VARIOUSLY DESIGNED GATE INSERTS
Authors: Jiri Vanek  , Michal Stanek  , Martin Ovsik  , Chalupa Vlastimil
Published: May 2023

Injection molding is an advantageous technology for the mass production of plastic parts without the necessity for additional procedures. The applicability of this method is still partially limited by the required properties of the manufactured parts. Especially in the field of optics, there is a need to produce thick-walled parts while maintaining their transparency. This paper reports on how various shapes of gating systems affected the process parameters and cavity filling during the injection molding of polycarbonate thick-walled specimens. These outcomes demonstrated that film gates and their alternatives are more suitable for the standard injection molding of thick-walled optical products than the triple-edge gating systems. Favorable results were observed particularly in the uniformity of cavity filling, size of shrinkage, and in the occurrence of defects such as voids or sink marks.
A novel autophagy-related subtypes to distinguish immune phenotypes and predict immunotherapy response in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma
Authors: Ma Bo , Li Hui , Zheng Mingzhu , Cao Rui , Yu Riyue
Published: May 2023

Both the absence of autophagy and excessive autophagy is double-edged sword in tumorigenesis. Due to the specificity of autophagy, its role in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is still unclear. In this study, we established five autophagy-related patterns in 1165 HNSCC patients with distinct cellular and molecular characteristics. Additionally, we developed a new scoring system (ATPscore) based on the differentially expressed genes (DEGs) among these five patterns, to represent the individual autophagy regulation pattern. ATPscore was shown to be significantly correlated with tumor immune microenvironment (TIME) infiltration, immune phenotypes, molecular subtypes, and genetic variations. We further found that ATPscore was both an independent prognostic factor and a potent predictor of clinical response to immune-checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) based immunotherapy. We further verified the value of key gene SRPX in ATPscore in HNSCC cell lines with the in-depth research of ATPscore and found that it is closely related to immune subtypes, molecular subtypes, and immune activation-related markers. Our research could help us to understand the underlying mechanisms of tumor immunity and provide a solid foundation for combination of autophagy-targeted therapies with immunotherapies for clinical application in HNSCC.
LC3 Lipidation assay for ATG3 Mutants v1
Authors: not provided lmstrong
Published: May 2023

LC3 lipidation assay on liposomes
In vitro release, extraction, and analysis of PCBs and metabolites from polymeric implants v1
Authors: J. Bullert Amanda
Published: May 2023

This protocol describes a method to determine the release of 2,2’,5,5’-tetrachlorobiphenyl-4-ol (4-OH-PCB 52), a human-relevant metabolite of PCB 52 (2,2’,5,5’-tetrachlorobiphenyl), from polymeric implants in vitro. Implants containing 0%, 1%, 5%, or 10% of 4-OH-PCB 52 by weight were incubated in 10% bovine calf serum in PBS (pH = 7.4). The bovine calf serum/PBS mixture was replaced regularly, typically every 24 h, for up to 28 days. The 4-OH-PCB 52 released from the implants was extracted from an aliquot of the bovine calf serum/PBS mixture with hexanes, and levels of 4-OH-PCB 52 were quantified by UV/Vis spectroscopy against a matrix-matched standard calibration curve. This approach demonstrated the continuous release of 4-OH-PCB 52 from the implants over 28 days under physiological conditions.
GFP-ATG3 GUV Assay v1
Authors: not provided lmstrong
Published: May 2023

LC3 lipidation on GUVs
Bibliometric Analysis of Special Needs Education Keyword Using VOSviewer Indexed by Google Scholar
Authors: Husaeni Dwi Novia Al , Nandiyanto Asep Bayu Dani , Maryanti Rina
Published: May 2023

Special needs education is a field of study that focuses on providing educational services to children with special needs who have learning and developmental challenges. The goal of this research is to combine mapping analysis with the VOSviewer app. The Publish or Perish application is used to find publications that are relevant to the keywords that have been entered. The term "Special Needs Education" was utilized in this study as a keyword. According to the search results, 400 relevant articles were published between 2017 and 2021. The number of publications published on "Special Needs Education" has declined every year, according to the research findings. This study should aid researchers in conducting and determining the research theme.
Special Education Teachers’ Readiness and Self-Efficacy in Utilization of Assistive Technologies for Instruction in Secondary School
Authors: Surajudeen Tosho Bakinde , Ibironke Ebenezer Sanya , Aladesusi Gboyega Ayodeji
Published: May 2023

This study determined the Special Education Teachers’ Readiness and Self-Efficacy in Utilization of Assistive Technologies for Instruction in Secondary School, Oyo State. The study adopted descriptive research of the survey type. The population for this study was made up of all special education teachers in Oyo State. Purposive sampling techniques were used to select 119 special education teachers in Oyo-state. Descriptive and Inferential statistics were used to answer the research question and test the stated hypotheses with the aid of statistical product and service solution (SPSS) version 20.0 at a 0.05 level of significance. The findings indicated that special education teachers are ready to use assistive technology for instruction and the teachers have high self-efficacy in the use of assistive technology for instruction.  The study concluded that assistive technology can be used to facilitate teaching and stimulation if appropriately deployed.  Therefore, it was recommended that special Education teachers should be encouraged to deploy assistive technology for learning irrespective of their gender
Clinical Significance of CRP/Albumin Value on Hospitalization and Length of Hospital Stay of Patients with Coronavirus-19: A Prospective Study
Authors: LÖK Uğur , GÜLAÇTI Umut , KAFADAR Hüseyin , KAYA Hakan
Published: May 2023

Objective: To investigate the diagnostic and prognostic significance of the C-reactive protein-to-albumin ratio (CAR) in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-
19) patients admitted for the first time to a hospital emergency department (ED).
Materials and methods: The study we report herein was a single-center, prospective observational study. A total of 745 participants (385 patients, 360
individuals) were included in the study. The CAR was calculated by dividing the C-reactive protein (CRP; mg/L) value by the albumin value (gr). The data
were analyzed using MedCalc Statistical Software v12.7.0.0 (Ostend, Belgium) and Student’s t-test, chi square test, and Pearson’s correlation coefficient. A
p-value of <0.05was considered statistically significant.
Results: A total of 355 patients were hospitalized, and 30 of them were followed as outpatients. The mean CAR values of the hospitalized patients and the
outpatients were 0.34±0.89 and 0.39±0.72 respectively (95% confidence interval [CI]: -0.31 to 0.40; p=0.796). A 309 patients were hospitalized in wards
and 46, in intensive care units; their mean CAR values were 0.33±0.92 and 0.44±0.74, respectively (95% CI: -0.17 to 0.39; p=0.449). As the CAR value increased,
the length of hospital stay also increased (p<0.0001). At the best cut-off point for COVID-19 diagnosis, CAR was shown to have 82.66% specificity,
69.72% sensitivity, 4.02 positive likelihood, and 0.37 negative likelihood.
Conclusion: The length of stay in the hospital of the COVID-19 patients in the study was closely related to their CAR values obtained at the time of their
first ED admission.s closely related to their CAR values obtained at the time of their first ED admission.
Expert Council Review “Multiple myeloma”
Authors: Akhmedov M. I. , Zeynalova P. A.
Published: May 2023

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The project of a hiking trip of the 2nd level of difficulty in the Vinnytsia region
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv, Radchenko A. , Gryniuk O. ,   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv
Published: May 2023

Education is an important component of modern life. And quality education is not possible without mastering practical skills and competencies that are difficult to implement during classroom learning. This issue became especially relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic and the full-scale invasion of Moscow's troops. The organization of extracurricular work in the sports and tourism direction includes various activities from excursions to tourist trips. Tourist trips are the most interesting form of organizing extracurricular work with schoolchildren. During the hikes, students acquire not only practical, sports and tourist skills, but also conduct local research of their native region. The paper presents the project of a pedestrian tourist route of the 2nd level of difficulty in the territory of the Vinnytsia region. During the route, students will not only cover 65 km in 6 days but will also visit attractive natural and historical and cultural objects of the Vinnytsia and Tulchyn districts. Special attention in the work is paid to the organization of food in field conditions - the requirements for the regime and diet are considered, a detailed menu of food for 1 day is presented, the required daily calorie intake is calculated.
Creation of the educational excursion «Journey to the natural and cultural objects of the city of Barwinkove»
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv, Cherchenko O. , Demianenko S. ,   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv
Published: May 2023

The article examines the history of the development of excursion and local history work in a Ukrainian school, analyzes the classification of school excursions, elaborates organizational and safety requirements for conducting school excursions. The selection of objects and the planning of the route of the school geographical excursion: "Journey to the natural and cultural objects of the city of Barvinkove" on the territory of the city of Barvinkove (Kharkiv region) were carried out.
Geographical school excursion to the hydrological facilities of the southern part of the Mezin national nature park
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv, Shynkarov M. , Demianenko S. ,   Taras Shevchenko national University of Kyiv
Published: May 2023

The article examines the concept of "excursion". Information about the classifications and forms of field trips is highlighted, the instructions regulating the basic safety and organizational requirements for conducting field trips with schoolchildren are indicated, the place of school geographical field trips in educational programs and recommendations of the Ministry of Education and Science. The natural conditions of the Mezynskyi National Nature Park have been analyzed. The theme, purpose, tasks of the excursion, for whom it is appropriate to conduct it, were determined, the objects of display were selected and their description was provided, the excursion route and technological card were developed.
Radiation methods in the diagnosis of primary and recurrent malignant ovarian struma: A case report
Authors: Nudnov Nikolai V. , Ivashina Svetlana  V. , Aksenova Svetlana  P.
Published: May 2023

We provide a rare clinical and diagnostic observation of primary and recurring malignant ovarian struma.
Malignant struma of the right ovary was detected 2 years after surgical treatment of primary benign struma of the left ovary. Six months later, the patient was diagnosed with a disease relapse, visualized exclusively according to radioisotope research methods. In the fourth year of anticancer treatment, ultrasonography revealed recurring foci along the peritoneum. According to the ultrasound data on the pelvic peritoneum and the projection of the removed right ovary, multiple solid nodes with high blood flow were visualized. Peak systolic velocity ranged from 2 to 9 cm/s in minor lesions from 4 to 12 mm, with an RI max of 0.53. For 4 years, the patient underwent radioiodine therapy with 131I with an activity of 6.0 GBq; the patients condition during the treatment was satisfactory.
Role of Poroelasticity and Viscoelasticity during the Postseismic Deformation of the 2021 Mw 7.4 Maduo, China, Earthquake
Authors: Tang Xiongwei , Guo Rumeng , Xu Jianqiao , Zheng Yong
Published: May 2023

The 2021 Mw 7.4 Maduo earthquake within the Bayan Har block allows us to understand the lithospheric mechanical properties in northeastern Tibet. We analyze possible postseismic processes by modeling the six-month postseismic deformation from Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar data. Our optimal afterslip-poroviscoelastic model is not only physically more reasonable but also has the best data fit. The postseismic deformation is dominated by afterslip located at depths of 10–20 km, revealing a complementary pattern with the up-dip high-coseismic slip. Yet ignoring poroelasticity and viscoelasticity will result in errors in afterslip of >12 cm locally. Poroelastic rebound contributes to significant postseismic line of sight (LoS) deformation, up to ∼14 mm, near the northwest and southeast fault segments. The steady-state viscosities in the lower crust and upper mantle are 4×1019  Pa·s and 2×1020  Pa·s, respectively, consistent with the “jelly sandwich” model but not with the crustal-flow models featuring much lower viscosity.
Development of Learning Media for Learning Beginning Reading Based on Augmented Reality for Autistic Children
Authors: Fitria Lailatul
Published: May 2023

This research is motivated by the characteristics of autistic children who are very complex. Autistic children have two main characteristics, namely obstacles in social communication and behavior (DSM V). Inside this is in accordance with the ability of children with autism which then becomes an advantage to be given in visual form (sensory process). Visual ability is a major factor in making the beginning of Augmented Reality-based reading learning media design for autistic children. This type of research is R&D research development. The research step adopts the Thiagrajan 4D theory (Determine, Design, Development and Dissemination) with implementation up to the development step. The object of this research is the early class autism class at the Inclusion school, namely UPT Lemah Putro 1 SD and Muhammadiyah 2 Tulangan Elementary School. Trials on respondents were conducted on specialists in the field of special needs, class and accompanying teachers. Based on the results of the validation and the results of the questionnaire respondents stated that the media for learning to read in the beginning based on augmented reality for autistic children can be applied with the approval of the average validity of 4.71 and the average results of trials on respondents 99.46%.
Teacher’s Perception on the Use of Gamification for Students with Learning Disabilities
Authors: Karunamoorthy Ranjanie , Tahar Mohd Mokhtar , Mokhtar Ummi Kalthum Mohd
Published: May 2023

Problems with the negative behaviours of special needs students cause special education teachers to experience stress in the classroom. The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions of special education teachers on the use of ClassDojo application to reduce negative behaviours among students with special needs in learning. This study is based on the Behaviourist theory whereby the relationship between stimulus and response influences the individual learning process. This is a qualitative study that used structured interviews to obtain data from respondents. Interview questions were adapted and modified from Burger's (2015) study. This research question was reviewed and validated by 2 expert lecturers and 2 expert teachers. A total of 2 teachers, and 5 special needs children in Kluang district, Johor were selected as the study sample by means of sampling technique. The findings show that there is a significant change in learning behaviour during the ClassDojo application. The special education teachers feel that the ClassDojo application is very helpful in controlling the classroom while reducing the negative behaviours of the pupils during teaching and learning. Special education teachers also feel that the ClassDojo application creates collaboration and  a positive relationships between teachers and parents to address learning behaviour issues. This study is a reference to future researchers in exploring other gamification applications for learning with special needs children.
Inclusive Education Services for Children with Mild Intellectual Disabilities in Pandemic Period: The Dilemma of General Elementary Schools in Indonesia
Authors: Supena Asep , Hasanah Uswatun , Januar Ahmad
Published: May 2023

Children with mild intellectual disabilities need to receive optimal educational services during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aims to analyze inclusive education services for children with mild intellectual disabilities during the pandemic. This study used a survey method with a sample of 10 inclusive elementary schools in Jakarta with 25 teachers and 10 parents who have children with mild intellectual disabilities. The finding shows that inclusive education services in the sub-district of Setiabudi, South Jakarta need improvement and improvement in all aspects, from teachers, curriculum, media and in terms of parents. All components must contribute to providing optimal learning services for children with mild intellectual disabilities to match the vision of inclusive education itself, where schools make adjustments both in terms of curriculum, educational facilities and infrastructure, as well as learning systems tailored to the individual needs of students. Thus the results of this study can be used as benchmarks for us as academics, especially for policy makers to contribute to improving the quality of education, especially inclusive education services for children with special needs.
Membangun Budaya Organisasi melalui Internalisasi Nilai Spritual dalam Lembaga Pendidikan
Authors: Argadinata Hasan , Benty Djum Djum Noor
Published: May 2023

Abstract: Humans are said to be unique creatures with a diversity of personalities and characters that can form a pattern of life order in society. In relation to building superior education, humans in groups work together in an institution or organization led by one person, namely the principal. Each institution has a different style or way of working and usually becomes a characteristic that will later become a positive assumption, belief, or habituation for all members in each institution. The principal has full responsibility and responsibility for the creation of a conducive organizational culture. This study aims to provide an internalization of spiritual values in building organizational culture in educational institutions. Researchers use the literature review method by applying research steps such as topic identification, literature screening, source feasibility, adjusting criteria, describing results, and drawing conclusions. There are five research results: (1) Internalization of the spiritual value of dhuha prayer; (2) Internalization of the spiritual value of reading al-ma'surat and asmaul khusnah; (3) Internalization of the spiritual value of memorizing daily prayers; (4) Internalization of the spiritual value of the tahfidzul Qur'an; (5) Internalization of the spiritual value of congregational prayer during dhuhur and asr.Keywords: organizational culture, educational culture, spiritual values.Abstrak: Manusia dikatakan sebagai makhluk yang unik dengan keanekaragaman kepribadian dan karakter yang dapat membentuk suatu pola tatanan kehidupan di masyarakat. Dalam kaitannya membangun pendidikan yang unggul, manusia secara berkelompok bekerjasama dalam suatu institusi atau organisasi yang dipimpin oleh satu orang yaitu kepala sekolah. Setiap institusi memiliki corak atau cara kerja yang berbeda dan biasanya menjadi ciri khas yang nantinya akan menjadi asumsi, kepercayaan, atau pembiasaan yang bersifat positif bagi seluruh anggota dalam setiap institusi. Kepala sekolah memiliki kewajiban serta tanggungjawab penuh atas penciptaan budaya organisasi yang kondusif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan sebuah internalisasi nilai spiritual dalam membangun budaya organisasi pada lembaga pendidikan. Peneliti menggunakan metode literature review dengan menerapkan langkah-langkah penelitian seperti identifikasi topik, penyaringan literature, kelayakan sumber, penyesuaian kriteria, pendeskripsian hasil, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Terdapat lima hasil penelitian: (1) Internalisasi nilai spiritual sholat dhuha; (2) Internalisasi nilai spiritual membaca al-ma’surat serta asmaul khusnah; (3) Internalisasi nilai spiritual hafalan do’a harian; (4) Internalisasi nilai spiritual tahfidzul Qur’an; (5) Internalisasi nilai spiritual sholat berjama’ah waktu dhuhur dan ashar.Kata kunci: budaya organisasi, budaya pendidikan, nilai spiritual.
Crushed amygdaloidal basalt rock and its effects on tomato production
Authors: Dalmora Adilson Celimar , Müller Kautzmann Rubens , Staubc Jair , Homrich Schneider Ivo André
Published: May 2023

Abstract

Sustainable agriculture plays an important role in agricultural productivity, in which it seeks to reduce dependence on conventional synthetic fertilizers (imported from Europe) and promote the use of alternative, low-cost and environmentally friendly sources. An experiment was carried out in the municipality of Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, with the objective of evaluating the efficiency and agronomic viability of using a mineral product (amygdaloid basalt powder) as an agricultural input on tomato productivity Solanum lycopersicum. The experimental design used was randomized blocks with six treatments and four replications, at doses 0 (treatment 1 - control), 1.0 ton ha-1 of rock dust (treatment 2), 2.5-ton ha-1 of rock dust (treatment 3), 3.5-ton ha-1 of rock dust (treatment 4), 4.5-ton ha-1 of rock dust (treatment 5), and recommended fertilization for tomato 5-20-20 NPK (treatment 6 - standard). The treatments were applied in December 2018 and the transplant took place in February 2019. According to the conditions under which the experiment was submitted and analyzing the results obtained, it can be inferred that the application of 1-ton ha-1 of amygdaloidal basalt in the soil increased parameters such as root length, stem diameter, green and dry mass of shoots and roots, number of flowers/plants, number of fruits/plant and productivity in tomato Solanum lycopersicum. It is a viable, sustainable, and low-cost strategy that contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 2) and can be replicated in Brazil and worldwide.
Book Review - The Brilliance of Charles Whittlesey: Geologist, Surveyor, Military Engineer, Civil War Strategist, 2022. SM Totten
Authors: Herdendorf Charles E.
Published: May 2023

No abstract available.
Percepción temporal de síntomas de disfagia en una cohorte de pacientes con disfagia orofaríngea neurogénica
Authors: Suárez Escudero Juan Camilo , Martínez Moreno Lillyana , Gómez Ríos Elizabeth , Rueda Vallejo Zulma Vanessa
Published: May 2023

Introducción: la disfagia resulta de varios mecanismos fisiopatológicos donde sus síntomas no son estáticos ni homogéneos en las personas, especialmente cuando existe disfagia orofaríngea neurogénica. Objetivo: conocer la percepción y comportamiento en el tiempo de síntomas de disfagia mediante el instrumento Eating Assessment Tool-10 (EAT-10) en pacientes con disfagia orofaríngea neurogénica, con el fin de visualizar la dinámica clínica de esta forma de disfagia. Metodología: estudio observacional tipo cohorte en pacientes con disfagia orofaríngea neurogénica de causas neurológicas y neuromusculares, con seguimiento a tres y seis meses y diligenciamiento del EAT-10 al momento basal, tercer y sexto mes. Resultados: un total de 90 personas con evaluación basal, de las cuales el 56,7 % (51/90) lograron seguimiento al tercer mes y 25,6 % (23/90) al sexto mes. Los síntomas de disfagia con mayor autopercepción en los tres momentos fueron la dificultad para tragar sólidos, sensación de comida pegada en garganta y tos al comer. La odinofagia no fue un síntoma habitualmente percibido. La puntuación total del EAT-10 estuvo entre 16,61 ± 9 y 18,1 ± 9,5 puntos en general. En pacientes con seguimiento completo se observó variación en la autopercepción para tragar líquidos y pastillas. Se observó variación del puntaje al ajustarlo por recepción de terapias. Discusión: las enfermedades neurológicas y neuromusculares impactan directamente la deglución con gravedad entre leve a profunda, donde la autopercepción de síntomas deglutorios es dinámica, pero con síntomas cardinales de disfagia orofaríngea en el tiempo. Conclusiones: el reconocimiento y seguimiento de síntomas de disfagia deben ser aspectos usuales en la atención de pacientes con enfermedades neurológicas y neuromusculares.
The Influence of Three-Year Symmetrical Training on the Precision and Frequency of the Fencers’ Movement
Authors: Johne Monika
Published: May 2023

Introduction: The assessment and comparison of the precision and frequency of movement in épée fencers representing various sport classes, and the determination of the influence of three-year symmetrical and unilateral training on dynamic asymmetry. Material and Methods: The research was conducted in 60 female épée fencers, who were divided into four groups according to the sport class they represent (n= 15). In group I there were medalists of the World and European Championships, in group II - medalist of the Polish Championships. Group III and IV consisted of players who achieved successes at the Warsaw Championships. After three years of symmetrical training, the tests were repeated in groups III and IV.

The tests were carried out using the Vienna Test System with the aid of the Motor Performance Series device (S2 test), which allows the assessment of coordination skills in terms of fine motor skills. Results: In the conducted research, significant differences in the asymmetry of the upper limbs in the aiming and tapping tests were found in all data groups. The differences in the tests obtained with the dominant and non-dominant upper limb confirm the greatest dynamic asymmetry in the female fencers from the Masters Class. After three years of symmetrical training in the experimental group and unilateral training in the control group, statistically significant differences were observed in all the trials performed with the dominant and non-dominant upper limb. However, in the experimental group of épée fencers, the dynamic asymmetry in the aiming indicators was lower than in the control group. Conclusions: Dynamic asymmetry in terms of the precision and frequency of movement was recorded in all studied groups. High-class épée fencers were characterized by the most significant difference between the results obtained with the dominant and non-dominant upper limbs, which is the result of long-term unilateral training. The three-year symmetrical training conducted in the experimental group had a positive effect on the precision and frequency of movement, however, it did not prevent the occurrence of dynamic asymmetry in the participants. The unilateral training used in the control group further increased the asymmetry of movement in the sportswomen.
Formative Assessment of Physical Education Teachers and Self-Concept Level of Primary School Children
Authors: Carrillo-López Pedro José
Published: May 2023

This study aimed to analyse the relationship between the formative assessment (FA) of Physical Education teachers and the level of self-concept of primary school students. In this descriptive cross-sectional study of 122 schoolchildren, self-concept was assessed using the Piers-Harris Self-Concept Scale and the teacher's formative assessment practices through the teacher performance questionnaire associated with formative assessment practices whose scores were validated. The analysis of bivariate correlations showed that higher values in proactive FA correlated with lower values in physical self-concept and higher values in behavioural, intellectual, and social self-concept (p < .05, for all) and interactive FA with higher values in social self-concept (p < .05). The simple analysis of variance detected statistically significant differences in proactive and interactive FA (p < .05, for all) in favour of those who had a higher level of self-concept. In turn, the linear regression test indicated that higher values in retroactive FA are associated with higher values in social self-concept (p < .039) and, that higher values in proactive FA are associated with lower values in physical self-concept (p < .023). It can be concluded that the FA of the Physical Education teacher can be a differentiating element in the development of self-concept.
A critical review of machine learning for lignocellulosic ethanol production via fermentation route
Authors: Coşgun Ahmet , Günay M. Erdem , Yıldırım Ramazan
Published: May 2023

In this work, machine learning (ML) applications in lignocellulosic bioethanol production were reviewed. First, the pretreatment-hydrolysis-fermentation route, the most commonly studied alternative, was summarized. Next, a bibliometric analysis was performed to identify the current trends in the field; it was found that ML applications in the field are not only increasing but also expanding their relative share in publications, with bioethanol seeming to be the most frequently researched topic while biochar and biogas are also receiving increased attention in recent years. Then, the implementation of ML for lignocellulosic bioethanol production via this route was reviewed in depth. It was observed that artificial neural network (ANN) is the most commonly used algorithm (appeared in almost 90% of articles), followed by response surface methodology (RSM) (in about 25% of articles) and random forest (RF) (in about 10% of articles). Bioethanol concentration is the most common output variable in the fermentation step, while fermentable sugar and glucose concentration are studied most in hydrolysis. The datasets are usually small, while the fitnesses of the models (R2) are usually high in the papers reviewed. Finally, a perspective for future studies, mostly considering improving data availability, was provided.
Isolation and characterization of indigenous bacterial assemblage for biodegradation of persistent herbicides in the soil
Authors: Zameer Mariam , Tahir Usaal , Khalid Sana , Zahra Nureen , Sarwar Abid , Aziz Tariq , Saidal Ahsan , Alhomrani Majid , S. Alamri Abdulhakeem , Dablool Anas S. , Sameeh Manal Y. , Mohamed Amal A. , Alharbi Amnah
Published: May 2023

Abstract: Extensive pesticides (herbicides) use is negatively disturbing the environment and humans. Pesticide bioremediation with eco-friendly techniques bears prime importance. This study aimed to isolate and characterize three different herbicides (metribuzin, clodinafop- propargyl, MCPA (2-methyl, 4 chlorophenoxyacetic acids) and Bromoxynil) degrading bacterial strains from agricultural fields of Punjab University, Pakistan. Among the 12 bacterial isolates, 5 were metribuzin degrading, 3 were clodinafop propargyl degrading and, 4 were MCPA and Bromoxynil degrading bacteria. Morphological, microscopic, and molecular characterization revealed that the majority of these bacterial strains were gram-negative and belonged to Bacillus and Pseudomonas genera. The isolates A6, B3, and C1 were subjected to respective herbicide degradation and the data was confirmed through GC-MS analysis. The effect of herbicide concentrations, pH, and temperature on bacterial growth was determined at OD600. The strain A6 degraded 14.8% metribuzin out of the provided concentration of 50 ppm by following the deamination pathway. While the isolates B3 and C1 degraded 23.2% and 33.9% clodinafop, MCPA and bromo-xynil, respectively, at a spiking concentration of 50ppm. The clodinafop, MCPA and Bromoxynil were metabolized into less toxic products i.e., dicarboxylic acids and 2-methyl phenol respectively, and metabolized via decarboxylation and dehalogenation mechanism. The present study evaluates the herbicides degrading bacterial strains that could potentially be used for bioremediation of agricultural contaminated sites.
Prevalence of poor nutrition status in multiple sclerosis patients assessed by different diagnostic tools
Authors: Mogiłko Natalia , Malgorzewicz Sylwia
Published: May 2023

Patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) present a spectrum of nutritional disorders from obesity to malnutrition. The purpose of this study was an assessment of the nutritional status of MS patients by NRS-2002 and GLIM criteria. Methods: 147 patients were included in the study. The nutritional status was assessed by NRS 2002, GLIM, and body composition analysis. The routine biochemical parameters were measured. Results: Deterioration of the nutritional status was observed in 87.8% of patients. GLIM criteria indicated that 20% of patients were malnourished and 80% were at risk. The percentage of patients with excess body mass was 46.8%, and of underweight patients was 6.6%. The risk of malnutrition was positively associated with low content of adipose tissue (R=–0.24; p=0.00), low BMI (R=–0.22; p=0.00), and higher weight loss in the last 6 months (R=0.47; p=0.00). Additionally, a significant (p<0.05) correlation between malnutrition state and s-albumin (R=–0.2) and CRP (R=0.23) was observed. Conclusion: Overweight and obesity concerned a large proportion of the studied group of MS patients, but this does not exclude the risk of malnutrition. Dietary care and regular outpatient nutritional status assessment should be provided throughout the disease.
Improving Student’s Cognitive Performance during the Pandemic through a Machine Learning-Based Virtual Museum
Authors: Ermatita Ermatita , Puspasari Shinta , Zulkardi Zulkardi
Published: May 2023

This study presents the investigation of the innovative virtual application developed for cultural education through museum collections. It’s designed as an innovative virtual museum model for learning media containing various contents. Furthermore, it integrates machine learning to predict student interests which are expected to be effective in improving cognitive performance. The conceptual model design is continued with the development of an innovative virtual museum application tested on students, and the effectiveness was evaluated by taking a sample of N1 = N2= 32 participants in experimental and control group. Meanwhile, the pre-test and post-test were conducted to measure the user’s cognitive performance before and after using the innovative virtual museum application. The experimental group results show that the proposed application strongly affects students’ cognitive performance improvement in cultural education. The effect size value is 1.396, where the average score of post-test = 57.946 and the standard deviation = 21.421. Therefore, the proposed application strongly affects museum learning, while the t-test results show a significant difference between the experimental and control groups.
Improved Blood Saturation of Golf Players After COVID-19 as Potential Marketing Management and Improved Economics of Golf Related Activities
Authors: Maličková Lucia , Daneshjo Naqib , Daňo Ferdinand , Ševčíková Renáta
Published: May 2023

The health effects of playing golf on the athlete's body is an interesting topic. The effect of golf on increasing blood saturation has low presence in the literature. This paper demonstrates the correlation of playing golf on improving health status after COVID-19 while this positive information has a potential to be used by the marketing management of various organisations to improve economics of golf activities. We analyse the change in saturation and heart rate after playing an 18-hole course, measured by pulse oximetry (% SpO2). Then we investigate the different aspects that have the greatest health benefit in golf. By following the effect of playing golf on blood oxygen saturation and heart rate in athletes we build a linear regression model explaining the impact 14 factors have on blood oxygen saturation. An 18-hole golf course caused a 1 ± 1.49% (p < 0.001) increase in venous blood O2 concentration and a 6 ± 8.09% (р < 0.001) increase in resting heart rate. Golf has the positive effect on the health status of athletes after recovery or vaccination for COVID-19 disease.
Human Resource Development and Crisis Management: The Role of Communication and Learning in the United Arab Emirates
Authors: Binnashir-Alketbi Amir-Hamad-Salim , Jimber-del-Río Juan-Antonio , Ibañez-Fernández Alberto , Vergara-Romero Arnaldo
Published: May 2023

This article introduces the concept of crisis knowledge and communication influencing how stakeholders see the crisis and the organization. During damage control or containment stages, leaders interact with organization employees offering information and guidance and soothe or reassure people. This article also investigates the role of administrative knowledge in crisis administration, an area that has yet to receive much attention from the Human Resource Development (HRD) community. The study found a significant impact of communication and learning on crisis management. Also, the study found that administrative wisdom intervenes in the association between HRD and crisis management. The study didn’t find evidence regarding moderating communication interaction between HRD and Crisis management.