bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation and implication of noise and vibration levels to the operators and proxy population around selected block molding industries in Ibadan, Nigeria
Authors: Jibiri Nnamdi Norbert , Selemon Deborah , Akomolafe Idowu Richard
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Block-making industries owned by private individuals are cited in cities to utilize the existing market opportunity of supplying concrete blocks to developers. The study aimed to measure noise and vibration levels at selected block-molding industries and assess their health implications.
Methods: The study design involves twenty-five block molding industries randomly selected in the Ibadan metropolis. These industries voluntarily agreed to participate in the research, and measurements were done between January and May 2022. The noise and vibration levels were measured using a digital multi-function environmental meter, Model DT-8820, and a vibration meter, Model VM-6360, respectively.
Results: An overall mean noise level of 101.81 dB(A), 85.62 dB(A), 76.40 dB(A), 70.21 dB(A), 65.91 dB(A), and 63.61 dB(A) at 0, 10, 20, 30, 40 m, respectively, away from the source to residential buildings were obtained. Results indicate that the noise level at 0 m and 10 m exceeded the occupational noise level standard. The results obtained for the vibration levels on the hand of the operators ranged from 42.2 ms-2  to 59.7 ms-2  and these exceeded the occupational vibration level standard. This may indicate that the operators of the block-moulding machine may be exposed to various adverse health detriments due to high noise and vibration levels at their workplace.
Conclusion: The study recommends using safety gadgets such as hearing protection and anti-vibration gloves for workers in these industries. Moreover, environmental education and awareness should be carried out, and residential structures should be situated at least 20 meters from the block industries.
The effect of noise reduction on work-related stress: a quasi-experimental study on weaving workers exposed to high levels of noise
Authors: Setyawan Haris
Published: July 2024

Introduction: The textile industry is one industry in the world with a high risk in its production process. The operation of weaving machines generates high levels of noise, which can cause various adverse effects on workers' health, especially work-related stress. IT Co. Ltd., one of the largest textile companies in Solo, Central Java, since 1975, has not been able to overcome the problem of the high noise intensity, especially in the weaving production room.
Methods: This study aims to determine the effect of reducing noise exposure on work-related stress by installing sound-absorbing materials from coconut fiber waste. The study was carried out in 2 phases. The first phase measured noise intensity and work stress before the intervention. The second phase was carried out for 12 measurements daily after installing sound-absorbing material from coconut fiber waste.
Results: Installing sound-absorbing material from the coconut fiber waste on the second to the thirteenth day positively reduced the average noise intensity and work-related stress score compared to the first day before the intervention.
Conclusion: The study showed a significant difference in the average noise intensity and work-related stress before and after installing the sound-absorbing materials on 13 days of measurement.
Aviation Podiatry - What place does podiatry have in aerospace medicine?
Authors: Grace Margaret
Published: July 2024

Introduction: With there being 12 commercial airlines within the U.K and over 4 billion passengers travelling by aircraft every year, it is of no surprise that thousands of men and women are employed as cabin crew. Physical demands imposed upon cabin crew have long been recognized and known to place this particular population at an increased risk of experiencing a work-related injury. Whilst previous research would also suggest that there is a relationship between footwear and the occurrence of musculoskeletal (MSK) lower limb symptoms, there is a need to consider such a relationship specifically among an aviation cabin crew population.
Methods: Quantitative data was obtained from a sample of 250 junior crew at a leading airline in the Middle East over 12 months. The sample involved both female and male crew of a healthy BMI who were aged between 22-30 years. All participants were asked closed questions with regard to their lower limb health and footwear. Dynamic gait scans utilizing a Podotech scanner were also used to assess the participant's gait and validate other data.
Results: The screening found that 34% of the crew were found to have an MSK podiatric issue with 30% requiring orthoses. Of the 34%, 30% of this group had footwear issues. Common biomechanical issues were identified in the sample group. A holistic approach to care that included the provision of aviation podiatry allowed longer-term treatment outcomes to be achieved. The use of orthotics that were made from EVA and in accordance with recent podiatric research proved beneficial in helping to address underlying biomechanical issues.
Conclusion: The findings presented a more detailed analysis of lower limb biomechanical issues among cabin crew and how such issues could have wider implications for the occupational role of the sample group. Consideration to podiatric issues among aviation staff, as a whole, should not be overlooked. Given the incidence of lower limb issues among the sample group, future rehabilitation and prevention strategies would clearly benefit from the specialist insights of an aviation podiatrist contributing as part of a multi-disciplinary aeromedical team.
Hearing Threshold Levels among Clothes Convection Industry Workers in Klaten, Central Java, Indonesia
Authors: Widuri Asti , Estigroho Endraswari , Pujiyanto Eko
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Noise-induced hearing loss is a condition that develops gradually and often goes unnoticed due to the absence of observable symptoms. Noise-induced hearing loss is usually detected after effects on hearing ability, difficulty understanding speech, and communication disorders. This study aims to determine the prevalence of hearing threshold decline in workers in the clothes convection industry in Klaten, Central Java, Indonesia.
Methods: A cross-sectional study, with 21 respondents, was conducted from April to June 2023. Data were collected through interviews, measurement of noise levels in the workplace, otoscopic and audiometric examinations, and research questionnaires.
Results: Most study respondents were female (85.7%) and workers who had worked for 11-20 years (66.7%). The main results showed that the prevalence of decreasing hearing threshold among workers in this study was 33.3%.
Conclusion: The prevalence of hearing threshold decline was correlated with length of work and use of ear protection equipment.
Generalised Aggressive Periodontitis
Authors: Shrestha Rejina , Pradhan Shaili , Shrestha Gorkhali Ranjita , Verma Anand
Published: July 2024

Background Patients suffering from aggressive periodontitis show typical features which make them distinguishable from chronic periodontitis. The rapid attachment and bone loss creates an alarming situation to both the dentist and the patient. However, correct diagnosis and proper treatment plan favours better outcome and prognosis. The key to success in cases of aggressive periodontitis is unequivocally early detection and early intervention. This paper reports a case of generalised aggressive periodontitis. A follow up of one year presents significant pocket depth reduction, clinical attachment gains and bone fill after non-surgical, endodontic, occlusal and surgical therapies.
Consultation Liaison Psychiatry for Covid-19 Inpatients: A Hospital Based Study
Authors: Thapa Arati , Poudel Binod , Shah Ram Prakash , Bhusal Arbind
Published: July 2024

Background The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on mental health worldwide. The effects of the pandemic on mental wellbeing have been multifaceted and varied from person to person. Neuropsychiatric symptoms have been described in the acute phase of the illness and as long-term consequences. The objective of this study is to describe the characteristics of COVID-19 patients referred to our liaison psychiatry service in College of Medical Sciences and Teaching Hospital, Chitwan, Nepal.MethodsThis is a hospital based cross-sectional descriptive study. This study was carried out within the Department of Psychiatry of College of Medical Sciences and Teaching Hospital, in Chitwan district of Nepal, over a period of 2 months from March 2021 to May 2021. Data from each psychiatric consultation within our consultation-liaison service were consecutively obtained during the study period. Psychiatric diagnosis was made as per the ICD-10/ DCR criteria. Data was analyzed using SPSS.ResultsAmong 35 patients who received psychiatric consultation, the mean age of the patient was 48.91± 13.01. Majority, sixty two percent were male and from Chitwan District. The majority of the patients, around 37%, were diagnosed with anxiety disorder followed by 22.9% delirium, 11.4% acute stress reaction, 8.6% depressive illness and adjustment disorder. Conclusions This study concluded that there was a high prevalence of psychiatric illness among COVID-19 patients. Therefore, by conducting screening for psychiatric symptoms in COVID 19 patients' healthcare professionals can i entify individuals who may require additional mental health support and intervention. Early detection and intervention for psychiatric symptoms can help prevent worsening of mental health conditions, improve overall wellbeing and enhance the effectiveness of treatment.
Status of Primary Labeling of Medicines Manufactured by Nepalese Pharmaceutical Industries
Authors: Shrestha Binaya , Palikhey Anjan , Kandel Kamal
Published: July 2024

Background Proper medication labeling is essential to meet regulatory requirements and guarantee the safety of patients using the medication. This study aimed to observe the status of primary labeling of medicines manufactured and marketed by Nepalese pharmaceutical industries.MethodsA prospective study was conducted between June 2022 to October 2022 in Kathmandu Medical College. Total of 372 primary labeling of medicines manufactured by Nepalese pharmaceutical companies were assessed as required by Drug Standard Regulation, 2043 (1986 AD) of Nepal.ResultsThis study assessed the primary labeling of 372 medications produced by 46 pharmaceutical companies in Nepal. Most of the primary labeling had stated manufacturing company's name, address, and country, the production serial number for the drug, and recommended storage methods. But only 22(5.9%) of them specified the sub-category and appropriate drug classification was found on 352(94.6%) primary label.Conclusions The current study revealed that the status of the primary labeling is satisfactory as majority of the label contained the essential criteria required by Drug Standard Regulation, 2043 (1986 AD) of Nepal.
Training of Tutors in Problem Based Learning: Feedback of Participants
Authors: Thapa Bindu , Soti Harikala , Paudel Sabita , Shrestha Bijayata , Subedi Nuwadatta , Piryani Rano Mal
Published: July 2024

Background The faculty members should have knowledge on PBL process and must be familiar with the changing role of teacher to facilitator to adopt PBL as a teaching/learning strategy. The transition from the role of teacher to tutor is critical for the success of PBL. The objective of this study was to describe the process of proceedings of training workshop at the outset of introduction of PBL in Gandaki Medical College Nepal and assess the feedback of the tutors towards PBL training workshop.MethodsTwo one-day training workshops were organized at GMC; first on November 28, 2021, and second on October 16, 2022. Feedback of the participants was taken on valid semi-structured self-administered questionnaire at the end of proceedings of training workshops. Data was analyzed for frequency and central tendency. ResultsThe response rate was 100% (Total number of participants =37). The training workshops were rated for usefulness (7.89±0.90), content (7.83±0.76), relevance (7.83±0.98), facilitation (7.91±1.11) and overall process (8.13±0.82) using scale 1-10(1=Poor, 10= Excellent). Most of the participants found the sessions moderately important ("PBL Process" 70.3%, "Role of Tutor" 75.7%, "Designing PBL problem package" 48.6%, and “Conducting PBL" 70.3%). The majority of the participants recommended increasing the duration of workshop, allocate adequate time for the practice session and arrange other types of training workshops in medical education. Conclusions The significance of PBL trainings was recognized by the participants. Overall, their feedback on training workshops were positive.
India's Maneuvering in Nepal
Authors: Timalsina Saroj Kumar
Published: July 2024

The author employed descriptive and analytical research methods to achieve the purpose of examining Indian excessive oversight in Nepal. The author found that India lags behind Nepal in terms of Indian maneuvering. Geo-location, an open border, socio-cultural connection, language proximity, public diplomacy, and India's participation in every political movement have defined Nepal-India relations. Although India does not promote democracy in Nepal, the country's government and administration do. To gain this possibility, Nepal must embrace unilaterally favorable accords such as Tanakpur (Mahakali), Koshi, Gandaki, and others. Since the Maoists and the SPA reached a 12-point agreement prior to the adoption of the current constitution, Indian maneuvering has wrecked Nepal's politics and government.
A Nuanced Outlook of Human Perfection in Andrew Niccol's Movie, Gattaca
Authors: Ranjitkar Palistha
Published: July 2024

Andrew Niccol's 1997 movie Gattaca pictures a world where parents can engineer genetically strong kids and those who come without prior engineering are seriously at disadvantage. While freedom of perfection creates a borderless autonomy for any parent to choose their child's destiny, equally it tames those who were not engineered by science but by fate. The movie therefore poses an important question regarding the definition of perfection in a society where genetics shapes much of an individual’s identity. This research employs Rene Descartes’ concept of mind-body dichotomy to justify the stance of Vincent’s eventual success to get into Gattaca despite being an invalid in a society where genetically engineered children are the highlight. It doesn’t however deal not so much with the age long debate about technology versus human as it does about subtle humane virtues, will power, desirability and ambitions that stands out despite the border of genetic engineering that tries to subdue it.
Knowledge of Tooth Discoloration and Tooth Bleaching amongst Adult Patients Visiting a Dental Hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal
Authors: Joshi Rojin , Gautam Suman , Joshi Barsha
Published: July 2024

A beautiful smile increases the self-confidence and well being of an individual. Tooth discoloration is one of the cause for a patient to stop smiling, be less interactive with other people and the person might feel neglected from the society. Many people don’t know about the various causes of tooth discoloration and the treatment options. Bleaching is a very conservative method to whiten the teeth. Until now limited studies have been done to assess the knowledge of tooth discoloration and vital tooth bleaching in context to Nepal. Hence, the objective of this study was to assess the knowledge of tooth discoloration and tooth bleaching amongst adult patients. This cross sectional study was done on 326 patients of 18 years and above. Personal interviews using a structured and validated questionnaire were conducted to collect the following information: demographic data, the participant’s level of satisfaction of their tooth color, the participant’s level of knowledge on tooth discoloration and tooth bleaching. Data were analyzed using Chi square test and descriptive statistics were calculated. It was found that majority of the study participants (63.8%) were satisfied with the color of their teeth and most of them (58.9%) had not heard about tooth bleaching. It was seen that there was no association of different aspects of bleaching as well as etiology of tooth discoloration with gender, age group, level of education and marital status.
Nutritional Status and its Associated Factors among Government School-Going Adolescents of Birendranagar Municipality, Surkhet, Nepal
Authors: Bhatta Bal Krishna , Tiwari Rupesh , Ghimire Swastika , Khadka Renu , Malasi Aashish
Published: July 2024

WHO recently published report reveals a large number of adolescents in the Southeast Asian Region, who constitute one-fifth (20.0%) of the population in these countries, suffer from malnutrition and anemia, which adversely impact their health and development. If adolescent malnutrition is not treated on time, it leads to major repercussions such as low birth weight and poor health in adulthood. A survey on the nutritional status of adolescents based in 13 districts of Nepal revealed that almost six out of ten male adolescents and seven out of ten(71.0%) of female adolescents were undernourished. The likelihood of undernutrition was high among adolescents residing in Terai (72.0%), followed by Hill (59.0%) and Mountain (54.0%). A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out among the adolescents of grade 6 studying in the government school of Birendranagar Municipality from May to October 2023. A total of 240 students were selected from five constitute the sample size of the study. The selection was based on stratified random sampling, where each school was considered a stratum. Anthropometric measurement assesses nutritional status based on BMI. Attempts were made to determine the associations between the nutritional status and socio-demographic, behavioral hygiene and diet-related variables. Of the total adolescents, 55.8% were normal, 22.3% were thin and 22.9% were very thin. The nutritional status of the adolescents was observed to be significantly associated with their family type, family income, physical activities, and mother’s education. Encouraging physical activities and promoting healthy habits can enhance the nutritional status of adolescents in the population of students of grade 6 at governmental schools of Birendranagar Municipality, Surkhet, Nepal.
Quadratic-Boost-Zeta Converter Based on Coat Circuit for High Voltage Gain Applications
Authors: Mahmood Ali Ahmed , K. Hassan Turki
Published: July 2024

This paper proposes a DC-DC step-up converter with a high voltage gain for solar and fuel cell systems. This converter combines a Zeta converter with one basic cell of the coated circuit and a Quadratic-Boost converter by a high-frequency transformer. The outputs of these two converters are connected in a series to boost the output voltage of the combined DC-DC converter. The proposed converter not only can achieve higher voltage gain but also acquire lower voltage stress on the semiconductor devices. Therefore, the devices with lower conduction resistances. Moreover, the circuit is made so that the outputs of each part of the converter keep the same properties as those of the converter that came before the combination, ensuring that each converter's known benefits are maintained. The proposed topology has one switch, which keeps the number of components low. The simulation of 240-watt, input voltage 30-volt, and 100kHz using the PLECS program is obtained to confirm the theoretical analysis of the proposed converter.
Enhancing Big Data Performance Through Graph Coloring-Based Locality of Reference
Authors: Alnoori Methq Kadhum , Malkawi Mohammad , Enas Rawashdeh
Published: July 2024

Efficiency is a crucial factor when handling the retrieval and storage of data from vast amounts of records in a Big Data repository. These systems require a subset of data that can be accommodated within the combined physical memory of a cluster of servers. It becomes impractical to analyze all of the data if its size exceeds the available memory capacity. Retrieving data from virtual storage, primarily hard disks, is significantly slower compared to accessing data from main memory, resulting in increased access time and diminished performance. To address this, a proposed model aims to enhance performance by identifying the most suitable data locality structure within a big data set and reorganizing the data schema accordingly; by locality, it has been referred to as a particular access pattern. This allows transactions to be executed on data residing in the fastest memory layer, such as cache, main memory, or disk cache
Authors: Sari Lia Kartika , Annas Firdaus , Derta Sarwo , Khairuddin Khairuddin
Published: July 2024

This research is motivated byptheoproblemlof using monotonous learning media, especially powerpoint media which is full of written text, ICT learning has many informatics terms that students have just heard, making it difficult for students to digest ICT lessons. which results in decreased student knowledge of the topic, delayed completion of assignments, and decreased student enthusiasm for ICT learning. Overall, this can impact students' academic performance and limit their opportunities to learn important technical skills in today's digital economy. By building ICT learning media with Visme application, one of the strategies to increase students' interest in ICT subjects is to create interesting learning materials such as many visuals that support ICT subjects and short videos that increase students' enthusiasm for learning. The Hannafin and Peck model was used as the development model. It has three stages: needs analysis (also known as needs assessment), design (also known as design), and development and implementation (also known as development/ implementation). First is the validity test conducted by three experts who assessed three factors namely media design, content, and language with a score of 0.89 second is the practicality test conducted by two teachers, with a score of 0.87. Finally, fifteen students took the third test, effectiveness, and obtained a final score of 0.70.
Service Oriented Business Intelligence pada Perbankan
Authors: Mutoharoh Mutoharoh , Suhita Delpima , Nugroho Stephanus Veri , Aryanto Aldo
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi konsep Service-Oriented Business Intelligence (SoBI) dan penerapannya di sektor perbankan. SoBI merupakan kombinasi Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) dan Business Intelligence (BI) yang dapat membantu perbankan dalam meningkatkan proses pengambilan keputusan serta meningkatkan fleksibilitas dan interopabilitasnya. Penelitian  ini membahas tentang intergasi SOA dan BI di sektor perbankan, teknik spesifik yang digunakan dalam rekayasa sistem layanan SoBI di perbankan, serta tantangan dan peluang penerapan SoBI di sektor perbankan. Langkah-langkah yang diperlukan untuk mengimplementasikan SoBI di sektor perbankan, dimulai  dengan analisis lingkungan bisnis perbankan, yang mencakup identifikasi kebutuhan bisnis spesifik dan pemahaman menyeluruh terhadap sistem pencatatan perbankan yang ada. Selanjutnya, akan membahas pemahaman konsep SoBI dan keterkaitannya dengan SOA. Dalam penelitian ini juga akan membahas identifikasi kendala dan risiko khusus perbankan, serta strategi penggunaan fasad layanan untuk integrasi aplikasi perbankan. Selain itu, akan membahas pemanfaatan teknik caching untuk kinerja real-time dan penyusunan informasi sebelum integrasi. Penulis berharap bahwa pembahasan ini dapat memberikan wawasan bagi para praktisi perbankan yang tertarik untuk mengimplementasikan SoBI.
Evaluating the efficacy of percutaneous nephrostomy in managing hematuria following antegrade double j ureteral stent placement
Authors: Arslan Muhammet , Aslan Halil Serdar , Kurnaz Burak , Alver Kadirhan , Demirci Mahmut , Alpua Mehmet , Çelen Sinan
Published: July 2024

Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the clinical outcomes of percutaneous nephrostomy in patients who develop hematuria during percutaneous antegrade double j stent placement.
Materials and methods: We conducted a multicenter retrospective cross-sectional study, reviewing medical records from January 2016 to June 2024, to identify patients who underwent percutaneous antegrade double j stent placement and developed hematuria. Percutaneous antegrade double j stent and nephrostomy procedures were performed under ultrasound and fluoroscopic guidance.
Results: The study included 151 patients with a mean age of 65.9 ± 15.3 years; 46 (30.5%) were female, and 105 (69.5%) were male. Hematuria was observed in 20 (8.9%) of the 225 antegrade double j stent procedures. Hematuria was significantly more common in patients with benign conditions (35%) compared patients with malignant tumors (9.2%) (p=0.003). Postoperative nephrostomy was performed in 118 (52.4%) of the procedures. Among patients who developed hematuria, 11 (55%) received a nephrostomy, compared to 9 (45%) without hematuria, though this difference was not statistically significant (p=0.811).
Conclusion: Percutaneous nephrostomy appears to be an effective intervention for managing hematuria in patients undergoing antegrade double j stent placement. However, the study did not find a statistically significant difference in hematuria incidence with nephrostomy placement, indicating the need for further research with larger sample sizes to confirm these findings and optimize postoperative management strategies.
Recurso de enseñanza para la adquisición de habilidades cognitivas en enfermería aplicada a las tecnologías
Authors: Higuera-RodrígueZ Ana Loreta , Padilla-Sosa Angélica María , López-Grimardi Ernesto Mariano , Morales-Pérez Aylin , Leyva-Cruz Yanisleydis , García-Fernández Deyanira , Guillen-Báez Barbara Daylín , Fimia-Duarte Rigoberto
Published: July 2024

En el proceso de preparación de la asignatura Enfermería Aplicada a las Tecnologías de la Salud, el colectivo de profesores, se percata que la bibliografía básica recomendada es muy extensa y dispersa, se   realiza una compilación actualizada de contenidos teóricos y prácticos que abordan los temas de la asignatura. El propósito del trabajo es elaborar un recurso de enseñanza, que aporte a los estudiantes conocimientos teóricos-prácticos para la asignatura Enfermería Aplicada a las Tecnologías de la Salud. Se utilizan métodos del nivel teórico: analítico-sintético e inductivo-deductivo, del nivel empírico: observación, encuestas, revisión de documentos y métodos estadístico matemático: análisis porcentual. Los principales resultados muestran, que los profesores que integran el colectivo de asignatura manifiestan la dificultad que presentan los estudiantes para realizar los estudios independientes y trabajos extra clases; además de consultar diversas bibliografías, realizan búsquedas en internet en sitios no certificados, obteniendo información que no está acorde con los objetivos que se pretenden alcanzar, además se aplica encuestas a estudiantes que recibían la asignatura, para conocer sus principales inquietudes relacionadas con la bibliografía que disponían, a partir de la información obtenida se elabora el recurso de enseñanza. Concluye que existen dificultades para la utilización de la bibliografía orientada en la asignatura, por lo que se hace necesaria la elaboración de un recurso de enseñanza “La Enfermería una mirada desde las Tecnologías de la Salud” que contribuya al logro de los objetivos propuestos.
El ajuste familiar en trabajadores de empresa de tamaño y rubro económico diferente
Authors: Reyes-Romero Carlos
Published: July 2024

Se investigó el desajuste familiar en trabajadores de tres tamaños de empresa, micro, pequeña y mediana y de rubros económicos diferentes de Lima Metropolitana en la que se empleó un diseño descriptivo-comparativo. Los resultados permitieron corroborar la hipótesis de desajuste familiar con una proporción de alrededor de un 30% en nivel alto. Asimismo, si bien se encontraron significativas entre los tipos de empresa, el tamaño del efecto fue casi inexistente. Se discuten los resultados bajo el modelo ecológico del desarrollo, así como la probable incidencia de los acontecimientos pos-pandemia y los problemas sociales del Perú actual.
La cuestión metodológica en Freire: “método” de alfabetización y método de investigación
Authors: Palumbo María Mercedes
Published: July 2024

Este artículo tiene como objetivo explorar la cuestión metodológica en la obra de Paulo Freire como dimensión que ha sido débilmente indagada en la literatura especializada. Para ello, se realizó un trabajo de profundización analítica basado en una metodología de corte hermenéutico-interpretativo en torno a una selección de libros y escritos breves de Freire. Este corpus reenvía al momento de consolidación de su producción académica y la maduración de su propuesta político-pedagógica a partir de la experiencia del exilio en Chile. Los resultados apuntan a la identificación y diferenciación de dos aspectos acerca de la cuestión metodológica en la obra del pedagogo pernambucano: el “método” de alfabetización y el “método de investigación científica” asociado al primero. Desde este planteo, concluimos que Freire resulta un antecedente fundacional de una tradición epistémica y metodológica que gesta una ciencia social antipositivista de orientación dialogicista y con una fuerte impronta situada en América Latina y el Caribe.
Tetsijtsilin una alter-nativa más allá de la Nueva Escuela Mexicana
Authors: Franco García Martha Josefina
Published: July 2024

En este artículo se analiza el proyecto de la telesecundaria Tetsijtsilin, cuyo origen se sitúa en la educación popular gestada en San Miguel Tzinacapan, Puebla. El objetivo es identificar las condiciones de producción que ubican a esta escuela como alter-nativa pedagógica y las tensiones y articulaciones que se generan entre esta y la Nueva Escuela Mexicana (NEM). La metodología empleada es de corte documental, basa los datos en una revisión indicativa para analizar la génesis de esta escuela en el campo de las alternativas, los agentes involucrados y su intención. Los hallazgos revelan que este proyecto se crea ante la necesidad de transformar la realidad educativa a fin de incluir en el currículo la lengua de herencia, los saberes propios y la visión del mundo. Otro aspecto importante es la participación de los agentes educativos, que conduce a una educación propia y a la autodeterminación. Por su parte, la NEM recupera posicionamientos de alternativas pedagógicas consolidadas, como Tetsijtsilin y planteamientos educativos, sociales y políticos progresistas. Se concluye que el posicionamiento epistemológico de Tetsijtsilin y la NEM tienen rasgos en común; no obstante, la NEM como política pública opera desde acciones y sentidos hegemónicos que limitan la autonomía escolar.
THE PROBLEM OF CLASSIFICATION OF HISTORICAL MONUMENTS IN ALGERIA: THE CASE OF THE AGHA PALACE IN FERDJIOUA
Authors: Mme Souki  , Chabi Nadia
Published: July 2024

Algeria has a rich cultural heritage, but the heritage classification process is still flawed. There are indeed historical monuments that have benefited from the classification process, but in reality have been neglected, such as the Agha Palace in Ferdjioua. The reflection focuses on this type of classified monuments, highlighting the importance of heritage enhancement in Algeria. We try to compare the current state of the monument with the effects normally induced by the procedure of its classification, in order to detect incompatibilities in the process of its patrimonialisation. In order to propose a revaluation of the palace through a new strategic vision of its conservation, this monument must be able to acquire an economic value and a social role with a significant impact, ensuring its sustainability by associating the user with the value of the most appropriate use.
Incidence of Fall and its Associated Factor: A Single Centre Experience
Authors: Lim Bee Chiu , Mahmud Fatihah , Abdullah Bunyamin , Badrul Hisham Muhammad Hazrul , Nalalingam Shanti , Mohamad Nor Fariz Safhan
Published: July 2024

INTRODUCTION: Patient falls during hospitalisation can cause catastrophic injuries and remain one of the major patient-safety issues faced by hospitals. This study was designed to determine the inpatient falls rate and the association between fall-related injury and sociodemographic variables. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A retrospective record review was conducted for a one-time inpatient fall in a single centre between January 2017 and December 2019. Pearson chi-square or Fisher's exact test were performed to assess association between the categorical variables. RESULTS: There were 44 inpatient falls who fell one time between January 2017 and December 2019. The inpatients fall rate was 3.0 per 10000 patient-days from 2017 to 2019. Overall, the patients who fell experienced an injury (n=24, 55%). There was no significant difference between age group, gender, time of fall, assisted type, history of fall, fall risk assessment, mental status, the department involved, and injurious fall outcome. CONCLUSION: Our study showed a low incidence of fall rate per 10000 patient-days for 2017-2019. More than half of the fallers experienced an injurious fall. The highest fall rate was noted in the surgical based departments. However, there was no significant difference between injurious fall outcomes and sociodemographic variables. Risk assessments and management strategies should focus on education, particularly bed safety.
Overview of the Prevalence and Contributing Factors for Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) in Malaysia
Authors: Abdul Razak Nur Faiza , Mohd Aris Mohd Shukri
Published: July 2024

INTRODUCTION: This manuscript aims to provide a synopsis of the current situation surrounding noise exposure at work and the risk of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) in Malaysia. NIHL is an occupational illness that affects most many people and can be prevented in many countries in the world. The production and agriculture businesses and the extraction of natural resources and urban traffic all contribute to ambient noise levels. Working in a noisy environment is the main occupational risk factor for adult-onset hearing loss. In this study, we investigate the prevalence of NIHL across different industries, as well as research publication trends on NIHL. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Conducted thorough several online databases, like Science Direct, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, for related research that had already been published. The review phases were carried out according to the recommendations laid out by the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews. A set of criteria was developed for selecting relevant studies. RESULTS: The prevalence of NIHL among workers in Malaysia, varies across different industries and has been reported to range from 5.0% to 82.6%. NIHL has multiple contributing factors, including noise intensity, long-term exposure to daily noise, hearing protection devices and age. A review of these studies found varying percentages of individuals affected by each contributing factor. CONCLUSION: Occupational NIHL is a preventable health risk for workers across industries. Employers must adopt engineering and administrative controls (education and training) and provide personal hearing protectors to protect workers from noise.
Association of Serum Programmed Cell Death Protein 1 (PD-1) and Gene Polymorphism with Some Valid Predictors for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Patients in Basra Province, Iraq
Authors: Alsalimi Sadoun Abbas , Al-Fartosy Adnan Jassim Mohammed
Published: July 2024

INTRODUCTION: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a systematic autoimmune disorder characterized by the production of autoantibodies against nuclear antigens and inflammation initiation. We aimed to examine the correlation between IL-18, IL-37, and PD-1, and the potential link between polymorphisms in the PD-1 gene located in intron-4 and the susceptibility to SLE. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This cross-sectional study included 43 SLE and 53 healthy individuals. Blood samples were obtained and underwent biochemical examination. The polymorphisms were screened by amplifying the intron-4 of the PD-1 gene using particular primers and then verified through sequencing. RESULTS: Our findings demonstrated statistically significant positive correlations between IL-18, IL-37, and PD-1, while the AUC of the ROC curve is 0.985, 0.968, and 0.940, and cut-off concentration is ≥132.87, ≥62.98, and ≥169.02, respectively. Moreover, two separate SNPs (rs6705653 and rs41386349) were discovered within intron-4 of the PD-1 gene. The genotype AA of the +7499 (G/A) SNP was significantly related with an increased risk of SLE (OR=3.11, 95%CI=1.52–5.94, p-value=0.031). Additionally, the A allele was identified as a risk allele (OR=1.59, 95%CI=1.09–2.31, p-value=0.043). Nevertheless, our study didn’t find any noteworthy connection between the allele and genotype of the +7209 (C/T) polymorphism region of the PD-1 gene frequencies and the susceptibility to SLE. CONCLUSION: IL-18, IL-37, and PD-1 may play significant roles in SLE immune responses and processes. Furthermore, the sequencing examination of intron-4 within the PD-1 gene demonstrated a noteworthy correlation between the A allele and the AA genotypes of PD-1 +7499 (G/A) SNP presence with the increased SLE susceptibility.
Experiences of Family Medicine Specialists in Providing Health Care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Patients: A Qualitative Study in East Coast Peninsular Malaysia
Authors: Mohd Amin Siti Noorfadhilah , Muhamad Rosediani , Draman Samsul , Mohd Zulkifli Maryam , Syed Jaapar Sharifah Zubaidiah
Published: July 2024

INTRODUCTION: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) patients continue to report discrimination in healthcare setting despite the efforts of the primary healthcare offering community friendly services in Malaysia. This qualitative study aimed to provide understanding of this current issue and to explore the challenges that family medicine specialists (FMSs) from East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia face when dealing with LGBT patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS: 30 FMSs working in East Coast Peninsular Malaysia were interviewed through a phenomenological framework using semi-structured in-depth interviews of LGBT patients. The interviews were recorded in audio format, transcribed verbatim, and subjected to Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis. We discerned common themes that can be elucidated through the lens of Leininger’s Theory of Culture Care (TCC) and the Sunrise Enabler Model (SEM). RESULTS: Three overlapping themes of the transcriptions were developed; (1) Multidimensional understanding of LGBT described how FMSs saw the LGBT community as diverging from societal norms, yet acknowledge their vulnerability as integral members of the society, (2) obstacles to providing culturally competent care stemmed from inadequate training, an unsupportive clinic environment, and the self-stigma experienced by patients, and (3) barriers to incorporating spiritual needs for holistic care arose in situations where there was insufficient spiritual health training or a preference to concentrate on physical and emotional well-being to uphold trust. CONCLUSION: The findings on this study reflect the need for proper training of healthcare personnel to deliver a holistic, culturally competent care for LGBT patients. A collaborative effort with relevant authorities is also needed to successfully overcome those challenges.
Features of the Islamic revival in the Republic of Kazakhstan
Authors: Zhumashev Rymbek , Sadvokassov Shakhkarim
Published: July 2024

Kazakhstan is a predominantly Muslim country, where, according to estimates, 70 % of the population identify themselves as Muslims. However, the Muslim population was not always satisfied with the country's religious policy, especially during the Soviet era, when religious practice was severely restricted, and many religious places and mosques were destroyed or stopped their activities. With the acquisition of independence in Kazakhstan, a process is observed, which is called the “revival” of Islam. The revival of Islam in Kazakhstan can be traced back to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Since then, there has been a growing interest in Islam among the population, and many new mosques and Islamic institutes have been established. Despite the growth of Islamic practice in Kazakhstan, the country has preserved a secular political system with a strong emphasis on the separation of religion from the state. In this article we will consider the features of the “Islamic” revival in the years of independence of our country, as well as the policy of our country to address this problem.
1920–1930 жж. кеңес билігінің дінге қарсы күресі
Authors: Ускембаев Канат , Ескалиев Самат , Бодеев Канат
Published: July 2024

Индустриаландыру, ұжымдастыру, мәдени төңкеріс, ғылым мен мәдениетті, кеңестік идеологияға қызмет ететін зиялы қауымды және жаңа өмір салтын қалыптастыруды көздеген міндеттер арқылы Кеңестер Одағында социализм орнатудың доктринасы іске асырыла бастады. Мақалада авторлар осы тұрғыда 1920–1930 жж. кеңестік биліктің дінге, дін қайраткерлеріне қарсы жүргізген ұстанымдары мен саясатын анықтайды. Сонымен қатар кеңес үкіметінің дінге қарсы ұзақ уақытқа созылған саясаты кезеңдерін қарастырады. Авторлар архив материалдары негізінде тоталитарлық қоғам тұсындағы халықты «құдайсыз» кейіпке түсіру үшін жүргізген арнайы іс-шаралары және дін қайраткерлеріне байланысты ұйымдастырылған қуғын-сүргін, қозғалған қылмыстық істер жайлы баяндайды.
Қазақстандағы гендерлік мәселелерді еңсеру мүмкіндіктері (тарихи аспект)
Authors: Абдыкулова Гульжанар
Published: July 2024

Көтерілген мәселе Қазақстанның бүгінгі дамуы жағдайында өзекті, өйткені консервативтіұстанымдарға берік қазақ қоғамында гендерлік теңдікті орнату біршама қиындық туғызады. Алайдаелдің әлемдік қоғамдастыққа енуі, шет елдермен белсенді қарым-қатынас орнатуы қоғамдағыгендерлік теңгерімсіздікті одан әрі елемеу мүмкін емес екендігін көрсетті. Қазақстан 1995 жылыБейжіңде Біріккен Ұлттар Ұйымының ұйымдастыруымен өткен IV Әйелдер мәселелері жөніндегіДүниежүзілік конференцияға қатысқаннан кейін, елде гендерлік теңдікті орнату жоспары белсендітүрде жүзеге асырыла бастады. 1995 жылы еліміздің Тұңғыш Президенті Н.Ә. Назарбаев Отбасы,әйелдер және демографиялық саясат проблемалары жөніндегі кеңесті құрды. Республикадаәйелдердің жағдайын жақсарту жөніндегі ұлттық іс-қимылдар жоспары әзірленді. Қойылған міндеттержоспарлы түрде іске асырылып жатқанға қарамастан, кейбір қызмет салаларында гендерлік теңдік әліде қойылмаған. Бірақ бұл жағдай әйелдің қоғамдағы және отбасындағы орны мен рөлі туралы ұлттықстереотиптерге қайшы емес. Автордың ойынша, қазақтардың дүниетанымындағы осы стереотиптермемлекеттің қазақстандық қоғамда гендерлік теңгерімді орнату жөніндегі жоспарларын толық іскеасыруына кедергі келтіреді. Зерттеу барысында осы ойды түйіндеу үшін әр тарихи кезеңде әйелдердің қазақ қоғамындағы орнын анықтау, сипаттау, халық санасында әйелге деген көзқарастыңэволюциясын көрсету және оған әсер еткен факторларды анықтау міндеттері қойылды. Аталғанміндеттерді іске асыру арқылы бүгінгі Қазақстанда гендерлік мәселелердің шешілу мүмкіндіктерін және жолдарын анықтау мақсаты көзделді.
STUDY ON THE INFLUENCE OF RATING CHARGE ON TEMPERATURE AND PHASE BEHAVIOR OF STABILIZED MATRIX WAX-BASED THERMAL STORAGE
Authors: Rahman R.A. ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang, Indonesia
Published: July 2024

The rating charge characteristic is crucial for the heat energy storage, particularly for low-temperature system which uses paraffin wax. The influence of different rating charge causes severe temperature fluctuation, which is undesirable for the heat system. It is affected by unstable phase transformation, reducing the heat distribution and makes the average rating charge insufficient. In this work, the fluctuation can be minimized by adding polyethylene plastic as phase stabilizer for the wax. The polyethylene is added by ratio of weight of 15% from the total mass of 134 grams. Each material is mixed in the liquid state, stirred and molded into the apparatus. The phase transition evaluation is performed, showing the mixture indicates an additional transition peak after the principal phase transformation, ranging between 15.26 °C – 19.34 °C (melting) and 11.98 °C – 9.45 °C (freezing). The steady operation makes the lowest rating variation is only 0.3 °C/min, which is obtained by the mixture of wax and polyethylene. In the same rating charge, the wax has rating variation of 2.9 °C/min, signifying the effect of unsteady melting transition. It clearly demonstrates the addition of polyethylene for the mixture promotes a better phase transformation under various rating charge, maintaining the effective temperature distribution for the heat storage.
EXPERIMENTAL STUDIES OF THE PERFORMANCE EFFICIENCY OF A WIND TURBINE WITH COMBINED BLADES
Authors: Tleubergenova A.Zh. ,   A. Buketov Karaganda University
Published: July 2024

This article studies the aerodynamic characteristics of a wind turbine at different streamline parameters. For this purpose, an experimental sample of the plant with combined power elements in rotating cylinders form with fixed blades was fabricated. The airflow velocity was varied, ranging from 3 to 12 m/s. The results of the experiment to study the variation of the angle α of the fixed blade position relative to the cylinder from the air flow velocity were analyzed. The changes in aerodynamic forces from the air flow velocity are graphically presented. It was found that at the optimal angle α = 0 ° of the fixed blade relative to the cylinder, the maximum values of aerodynamic forces were obtained. Graphs of the dependence of aerodynamic coefficients on the Reynolds number are also constructed, in which it is established that, at α= 0º, the minimum value of the lift coefficient is 0.012 N and the maximum value of the drag coefficient is 10.07 N at Re = 1∙105. The presented results show the effectiveness of the combined use of the and the fixed blade. The experimental results obtained on the aerodynamic parameters of a wind turbine can be used in the development of prototypes of installations designed for low wind speeds.
The methodological model for the formation of future English teachers' pragmatic competence based on Web 2.0 technologies
Authors: Nabiyeva A.B.
Published: July 2024

In the article pragmatic competence as a subcompetence within the framework of foreign language communicative competence was considered, which is the speaker's ability and willingness to reproduce pragmatically literate statements, as well as interpret the pragmatic intention of another speaker. Ignorance of pragmatic structures and principles can lead to misunderstandings in extreme cases. For future teachers and teachers of a foreign language, mastering pragmatic competence is important to transfer knowledge properly about the discipline being taught. The principle of interactivity is one of the most important in the formation of foreign language pragmatic competence, and also acts as the main didactic property of Web 2.0 technologies, which contributed to the choice of these tools in this study. The results of fundamental research conducted in the countries of the far and near abroad on the formation of pragmatic competence for the development of a model for the formation of future English teachers’ foreign language pragmatic competence were analyzed. Thus, the authors propose their own model of learning aimed at the formation of students' pragmatic competence based on Web 2.0 technologies, which includes five interrelated component blocks: prerequisites, a block of target definition, a theoretical block, a functional block of technology, an evaluative and effective block. Only the integration of all these components of the model will contribute to achieving its goal. The use of this model during the research experiment significantly improved the professional training of future English teachers and the formation of a high level of foreign language pragmatic competence