bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Antioxidant activity of Brachiaria sabia and Brachiaria marandu and molecular docking of constituents targeting insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor (IGF-1R) for cancer treatment
Authors: Ogunlakin Daniel Akingbolabo , Peluola Olujide Ayeni , Odugbemi Adeshina Isaiah , Ojo Oluwafemi Adeleke , Ayomipo Mojisola Adebimpe , Berena Godwin A. , Ishola Paula , Adeyemi Peter , Sunday Dorcas , Ezenabor Emmanuel Henry , Esievo Kevwe Benefit , Ayeleso Ademola Olabode , Adeyemi Oluyomi S. , Adeleke Gbadebo Emmanuel , Adaramoye Oluwatosin A.
Published: December 2024

The methanol extracts of Brachiaria sabia, and Brachiaria marandu leaves were evaluated for its ability to scavenge free radicals, reduce ferric iron, and function as an iron chelator. The extracts were subjected to HPLC analysis. The two Brachiaria species possessed strong antioxidant activity, with B. marandu had a higher percentage (%) of phenolic content than Brachiaria gayana. In silico studies revealed that the two Brachiaria grasses tested enhanced insulin-like growth receptor factor-1 receptors (IGF-1R). Quercetin, which is consistent compound in the two grasses, had highest binding affinity to insulin-like growth factor-1 receptors with value of -40.5971. This study therefore reveals that Brachiaria sabia, and Brachiaria marandu are good antioxidant and Quercetin, a constituent of Brachiaria grasses, binds to insulin-like growth factor-1 receptors (IGF-1R) which plays an important role in cancer cell proliferation. In vivo and in vitro research are also necessary to validate this in silico result.
Mitigation of acute lung injury by semaglutide: role of inflammatory and oxidative stress pathways
Authors: Hassan Ekhlas Sabah , Najm Noor Adnan , Mohammad Ammar Rasoul , Ubduljaleel Aqeel Qais , Almudhafar Rihab Hameed , Al-Mudhaffer Dhefaf Hameed
Published: December 2024

Endotoxic disease Increased production of pro-inflammatory cytokines during bacterial infection is caused by high endotoxin levels, the protective effect of semaglutide on endotoxemia-induced acute lung injury was investigated in this research. twenty-four adult mice of the Swiss-Albano strain, aged 8-14 weeks and weighing between 25- 40 grams, were randomly divided into four groups. The groups were as follows: control (undergoing laparotomy without cecal ligation and puncture), endotoxemia (undergoing cecal ligation and puncture), vehicle (receiving normal saline for 1 week), and treatment (receiving semaglutide at a dose of 0.06mg/kg once daily subcutaneously for 1 week prior to cecal ligation and puncture). The scarification of animals was done 24 hours following the CLP treatment, and their lung tissues were utilized for histological investigation as well as the assessment of inflammatory mediators (IL-6, TNF-α, IL-1B, and NF-KB) and oxidative markers (MDA). The levels of lung tissue, inflammatory mediators, and oxidative stress were considerably elevated (P<0.05) in both the endotoxemia and vehicle groups compared to the control group. The treatment group exhibited significantly reduced levels of inflammatory and oxidative stress mediators compared to the endotoxemia and vehicle groups, with a statistical significance of P<0.05. Microscopically, mice in the endotoxemia and vehicle groups exhibited pronounced lung tissue damage. However, this damage was significantly (P<0.05) mitigated in the group treated with semaglutide. Semaglutide had the capacity to alleviate acute lung damage in male mice exposed to endotoxemia generated by CLP through a decrease in pro-inflammatory cytokines (such as interleukin-1β, interleukin-6, TNF-alpha, and NF-KB) as well as oxidative stress marker (MDA) inside the lung tissue.
Teología moral transdiciplinar en clave de sinodalidad
Authors: Velasquez Serrano Samuel
Published: December 2024

¿La sinodalidad es la democratización de la moral en la Iglesia? El Sínodo sobre la Sinodalidad ha planteado diversas preguntas acerca de cómo ser Iglesia en el siglo XXI. Se ha puesto un fuerte énfasis eclesiológico sobre el rol que todos los bautizados y bautizadas debemos asumir como hijos e hijas de Dios y miembros de la Iglesia. Durante la primera sesión del Sínodo en 2023, el tema de la inclusión y la participación en la vida de la Iglesia ha sido de suma importancia. Esto ha generado cuestiones relevantes para la teología moral, como, por ejemplo, preguntarse si la sinodalidad significa comprometer la objetividad de la teología moral. En otras palabras, ¿la sinodalidad es la democratización de la Iglesia y, por ende, de la doctrina, de la fe y de la moral? Ante estas inquietudes, nos preguntamos cómo la necesidad de la especialización de la teología moral, promovida por el Concilio Vaticano II, procede hoy en día para abordar los retos éticos y morales de nuestro tiempo. Asimismo, cómo la sinodalidad y la transdisciplinariedad contribuyen a que la teología moral pueda llevar a cabo su misión y vocación. Por último, la experiencia de América Latina y del Caribe, a través del CELAM, puede aportar valiosos frutos sobre la reflexión basada en la madurez de ciertos caminos históricos recorridos en estos aspectos.
Meister Eckhart (c. 1260-1328): Los hechos históricos y su influencia en el modo de aproximación a los autores místicos y sus obras
Authors: Sarza Sergio
Published: December 2024

En el estudio de los autores y de sus obras es importante tener en cuenta el contexto histórico, no sólo para ubicar temporalmente los mismo y comprender sus inquietudes, sino también para interpretarlos de un modo cabal. Es por eso que presento el caso de Meister Eckhart, un autor controvertido por las doctrinas y por el modo de expresarlas, que lo llevaron a padecer un proceso y una condena inquisitorial que, años posteriores, demostró no ser tal, pero que influyó de modo negativo en su recepción.
NOVELS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH BY ANTO STANIČIĆ
Authors:   Fakultet za crnogorski jezik i književnost ‒ Cetinje, KALEZIĆ Sofija
Published: December 2024

The author of this paper reflects on the prose achievements of Anto Staničić (Tivat, 1909 – Belgrade, 1991), who managed to create one of the best quality forms of Montenegrin youth literature. His novels Mali pirat, Bambusov štap, Ratni brod, Velika sultanija, Afrikanac, Galebovo gnezdo, Kojim putem, Afrikanče?, Priča o Sunici, Beskućine kuće, Tajne veriga and Nemirna and prose collections Binga, Minuš and Đerdan artistically convey the stories of Budva, Tivat, and Boka Kotorska Bay, while most of the associations are related to the writer’s childhood, travel and sailing. In his works, events are described in a very dynamic and talented way. Heroes’ experiences are unusual, while the language of Boka Kotorska is lively and full of words of Italian origin and archaisms, which gives special charm to his works for readers of all ages.
FAMILIARISATION OF ITALIANS WITH MONTENEGRO THROUGH TRAVELOGUES
Authors:   Filološki fakultet Nikšić, POPOVIĆ Olivera
Published: December 2024

The present paper provides a panoramic overview of travelogues about Montenegro in Italian, starting with the first ones, published in the 19th century, and concluding with those published during the Balkan Wars (1912–1913). This period represents the most productive phase of Italian travel writing about Montenegro, while the Balkan Wars conclude the long-lasting epoch of the Ottoman presence in the Balkans, i.e. the era of the wars between the Montenegrins and the Turks, which were often a key motif of Italian travelogues about Montenegro. After this prosperous epoch, during which Montenegro achieved its most important national goals, the country lost its statehood at the end of the First World War, so the interest of Italians for the circumstances in it changed and started to express itself mainly through production of political contributions and discussions instead.
GENIUS LOCI OF THE INNER CITY OF OSIJEK
Authors:   Umjetnička akademija Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku, SABLIĆ-TOMIĆ Helena , MESIĆ Hrvoje ,   Odjel za kulturologiju Sveučilišta Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku
Published: December 2024

To mark a city means to observe it as a certain space. Hence, there is a correlation between the proper reading of its text, the recognition, understanding and mapping of those values that help create and uncover the identity and the actions of the city and individuals. That is a process which enables the comprehension of a genius loci (the spirit of a place). In order for a place to be designated as a City, one has to be acquainted with its ambience, geography and climate and determine it not only by the characteristics of its inhabitants, their abilities and activities but also by their spiritual civic traits. In this paper, the research scope is focused on those semantic spaces which make the Inner City (Fortress) the most urban part of Osijek, exclusively on the formation of civil culture from the point of the liberation of Osijek from the Turks on 29 September 1687 to the demolition of the fortress walls in the period from 1923 to 1926. Namely, military officers, merchants and craftsmen had a unique private time rhythm, which introduces a thesis that the repetition in a civic space is not a routine – it rather transforms an individual habit into a sort of a ritual.
PROLEGOMENON OF REPRESSED HERITAGE (Narrative perspective in Dragan Nikolić’s novel Spasenja)
Authors:   Fakultet za crnogorski jezik i književnost – Cetinje, MARKOVIĆ Milan
Published: December 2024

The paper analyzes the narrative strategy of Dragan Nikolić’s novel Spasenja. As the author’s first published novel, Spasenja reflects Nikolić’s poetics, which is entirely based on an autoreflexive narrative perspective and a literary treatment of the Tradition vs. Modernity as continuing dichotomy. This reveals that through all of his literary texts, Nikolic examined the effects and variations of the same narrative perspective on a formal plane, while remaining focused on issues of centuries-old Montenegrin tradition in conflict with the challenges of the modern times. The paper reveals that the chosen narrative strategy of the novel is in itself a literary signal of the spirit of the times, and that the themes of alienation and desire for liberation from the phantom of tradition have a wider resonance in Montenegrin culture.
LITERARY WRITERS AND JOURNALISTIC POLEMICS
Authors:   Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku, BIJUKOVIĆ-MARŠIĆ Mirta , ĐUKIĆ Marina , ALEBIĆ Luka
Published: December 2024

Thanks to mass media, polemics became special journalistic and literary form. Politicians, literary writers, professors, historians, linguists, publicists, editors etc., they all controvert. Main focus of this research are polemics which are written by literary writers and published in newspapers. Polemics are a kind of self-promotion or self-advertisement. Often literary writers start and lead polemics in order to enforce themselves; to be in the center of attention; to condition and initiate certain events so as to be a part of them or just to become a subject of discussions. After the 1991, most of polemics are conducted solely according to ideological dividing line, and not in respect of essence and the subject of the conflict. The main focus is to disqualify opponent as a person. Some of them are extremely harsh. Those polemics with the words selection and the type of accusations surpass all standards of polemic discourse.
CROATIAN-HUNGARIAN CULTURAL RELATIONS IN THE LIGHT OF LINGUISTIC, ETHNOLOGICAL, HISTORIOGRAPHIC AND TRANSLATION WORK OF DOCTOR EDO MARGALIĆ (1849–1940)
Authors:   Učiteljski fakultet na mađarskom nastavnom jeziku, Subotica, NEMET Ferenc , BERBIĆ-KOLAR Emina ,   Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku
Published: December 2024

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, one of the few who intensively built bridges between Croats and Hungarians in the fields of history and culture through his rich and extensive scientific research, linguistic and translation work was Ede Margalic (1849–1940). Scientist, translator, university professor and linguist of the Renaissance spirit and broad education. In 1895 he was elected associate professor, and soon a full professor of Croatian language and literature at the University of Budapest. His Croatian-Hungarian, Hungarian-Croatian Pocket Dictionary [Horvát-magyar és magyar-horvát zsebszótár tekintettel a két nyelv szólásaira. Szerkesztette Dr. Margalits Ede egyetemi tanár. Az Athenaeum irodalmi és nyomdai részvénytársulat kiadása, Budapest, 1898], which contributed to the rapprochement of the two peoples, has experienced as many as ten issues. While his literary translations from Croatian to Hungarian, as well as original studies and ethnological works, contributed significantly to informing Hungarians about the literary, ethno-logical and historical values of Croats. Margalic's often quoted, extensive and historical fact-rich, two-volume Croatian Historical Repertory (Horvát történelmi repertórium) (1900–1902), published in the Hungarian language, which is unavoidable to historians to this day, has contributed most to the introduction of Hungarians to Croatian history. professional and scientific lite-rature. The work will highlight the extremely valuable, rich and fruitful work of this eminent scientist who has devoted his entire working (and life) to Croatian-Hungarian rapprochement.
RITUALS ON CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS AS A GENDER-MARKED DISCOURSE IN TRADITIONAL UKRAINIAN CULTURE
Authors:   Odesa National I. I.Mechnikov University, Ukraine, IAKOVLIEVA Olga , HRYHORASH Viktoriia
Published: December 2024

The article reveals one of the longstanding oppositions of the male and female principles, taking into account axiological cha­racteristics. The reasons for the destruction of patriarchal gender stereotypes, which are preserved in the Ukrainian ceremonial dis­course, in particular during the Christmas holidays, are considered. The manifestations of stereotypes of femininity and masculinity in rituals during the preparation and the holiday itself (Christmas) in different regions of Ukraine are analysed in detail. The authors have identified, described and explained regional „inconsistencies“ in the manifestations of traditional gender stereotypes, taking into account the peculiarities of the mythological outlook of our ance­stors. In the entire Ukrainian ceremonial discourse and at Christmas as well, ritual actions were associated with imitative and protective magic. Such actions were usually performed only by women. Chri­stmas was no exception in this regard, although in some regions men were involved in ritual acts of magic and even performed such acts on their own or with assistants (a son or a wife). Such destru­ction of gender stereotypes is explained neither by the substitution of the subject in Christmas rituals, nor by the masculine-centricity of Christmas in general, but by the fact that while celebrating the birth of the sun (during paganism) or Jesus Christ (after Christia­nity), men served as the spirit of God, the very deity, who was omnipresent and helpful to a man. Traditional gender stereotypes are preserved and presented in the Christmas rituals: a woman con­structs and protects the family micro-world within her home, and a man, like the Highest, takes care of the macro world.
Committing AE from Sponges
Authors: Krämer Juliane , Struck Patrick , Weishäupl Maximiliane
Published: December 2024

Committing security has gained considerable attention in the field of authenticated encryption (AE). This can be traced back to a line of recent attacks, which entail that AE schemes used in practice should not only provide confidentiality and authenticity, but also committing security. Roughly speaking, a committing AE scheme guarantees that ciphertexts will decrypt only for one key. Despite the recent research effort in this area, the finalists of the NIST lightweight cryptography standardization process have not been put under consideration yet. We close this gap by providing an analysis of these schemes with respect to their committing security. Despite the structural similarities the finalists exhibit, our results are of a quite heterogeneous nature: We break four of the schemes with effectively no costs, while for two schemes our attacks are costlier, yet still efficient. For the remaining three schemes Isap, Ascon, and (a slightly modified version of) Schwaemm, we give formal security proofs. Our analysis reveals that sponges are well-suited for building committing AE schemes. Furthermore, we show several negative results when applying the zero-padding method to the NIST finalists.
Seeing the ICC: Critical Perspectives on the Limitations of the POSH Act, 2013
Authors: Agrawal Aadhya
Published: December 2024

The implementation of India’s PoSH Act, designed to prevent and address workplace sexual harassment, faces significant challenges, particularly in reaching the informal sector, where a majority of working women in the country are employed. Despite the Act’s mandate, Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) and district-level Local Committees (LCCs), the latter being crucial for addressing complaints in unorganised sectors, are either non-functional or improperly constituted in many regions. This gap in execution is compounded by inadequate funding, weak accountability mechanisms, and a lack of awareness at the grassroots level. Further complicating the Act’s efficacy is its failure to account for caste, class, and economic disparities. Marginalised women often face intersecting forms of discrimination that the current framework does not adequately address. Additionally, the Act’s focus on sexual harassment leaves other workplace biases, microaggressions, and non-sexual misconduct unaddressed. Hence, this paper details gaps, deficiencies, and limitations through a critical analysis of the PoSH Act. Recommendations for improvement include enforcing stronger accountability for District Officers and expanding the Act’s scope to cover broader workplace issues to arrive at a robust, inclusive, and well-monitored PoSH framework that protects the rights of all workers, particularly those most vulnerable.
Human Rights and Mega Sporting Events: Impacts and the Possibility of Redress
Authors: Suresh Siddharth
Published: December 2024

This paper examines the dual impact of Mega Sporting Events (MSEs) like the Olympics and FIFA World Cup, highlighting their social and economic benefits as well as significant human rights concerns. MSEs facilitate cultural exchange and promote economic growth; however, issues such as forced evictions, labour exploitation, and suppression of dissent frequently arise, particularly impacting vulnerable populations. Through case studies and data analysis, this paper identifies governance gaps and suggests reforms, including binding human rights standards, independent monitoring, and effective accountability mechanisms, to mitigate these adverse impacts. By emphasizing the need for governance reforms, the study proposes a framework to ensure MSEs uphold human rights standards while delivering societal benefits.
Comparing the Relative Effectiveness of Chat GPT-generated Content and Human-generated Videos for Teaching Students Calculus
Authors: Challapalli Srijan , Leddo John
Published: December 2024

The presented research investigates and compares the relative effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence, specifically large language models (ChatGPT) and human-generated videos in teaching students the calculus topic of derivatives. 30 randomly chosen high school students were taught derivatives. 15 of them were taught through Chat GPT and the other 15 were taught through traditional educational videos. All participants of the study were given a post-test after they learned their topics. The results showed that students who learned from ChatGPT scored higher on their post-tests than did students who used human-generated videos. These results imply that using Chat GPT to learn is more effective, efficient, and overall more personalized to each individual student. Implementing AI into classrooms could enhance the learning process for students all over the world.
A Theory of the Origin of Disease: Plants’ Weapon of Lectins that Create Food Allergies, Drug Addiction, and Mental Disorders (Human Ignorance of Plants Consciousness)
Authors: FRIMPONG FRANK ASAMOAH
Published: December 2024

This research examined the origins of chronic diseases such as Chron’s diseases, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic autoimmune diseases such as obesity, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, as well as origins of psychoactive drug addictions. The evidence point to the fact that the source of all our innumerable diseases are traceable to edible plants or our foodcrops that our lives depend on. The research further examined the reasons why and how the foodcrops we grow to feed ouselves seasonally, and annually, could be the source of our diseases. The new evidence points to the fact that unbeknownst to us human beings and our scientific community, plants are conscious organisms with their own type of consciousness. That because plants are conscious creatures, edible plants make specific demands on us human beings that we ignore because of our ignorance of plants consciousness. On the other hand, edible plants have a clear understanding of the natural relationship between us and them. Edible plants see us as predators that constantly attack them as our food source and edible plants as prey. This is why edible plants developed a whole range of toxins, poisons, and psychoactive drugs to protect themselves as well as attack us and stop us from eating their seeds and fresh leaves to wage war against us for perpetuation of their species.
The Enigma of Elon Musk: Unraveling the Complexities of His Business Portfolio
Authors: Karan Seth Agastya
Published: December 2024

This research paper studies how Elon Musk uses different types of company structures to make his businesses unique and successful. We have divided his companies into two groups: those that focus on research and development (discovery-based) and those that focus on mass producing the product and making the maximum number of sales possible (delivery-based). The formula used to achieve the discovery score is the total research and development sales divided by the total sales, whereas the formula for the delivery score is the Net Property Plant & Equipment divided by the total revenue. Based on whichever score is higher, we group them into discovery and delivery-based companies. Examples of discovery-based companies are Neuralink and X (Formerly Twitter), the similarities between them would be that they’re both mainly allocating their resources towards research and development rather than the manufacturing and selling of their products. On the other hand, Tesla is a prime example of a delivery-based company that is also in Elon Musk’s portfolio. Tesla clearly focuses more on the production and manufacturing side of things as is evident by their market share in the Electric Vehicle industry. (EVBoosters, 2024)
Implementasi Sistem Pendataan Transaksi dan Pengelolaan Stok Menggunakan OutSystems Berbasis Website
Authors: Ady Denise , Budi Akhmad
Published: December 2024

Transaction recording, stock management, and monthly transaction reporting are critical activities that support a company’s operational workflow. At PT. Bintang Permata Semesta, these activities are still conducted manually, leading to difficulties in accessing real-time data, as well as increasing the potential for operational errors. With technological advancements, web-based systems have emerged as effective solutions to streamline these processes. This research focuses on the development of a web-based transaction recording and stock management system using OutSystems, a low-code visual development platform designed for rapid application creation. The system developed includes features such as transaction recording, automatic stock calculations, data searching and filtering, low-stock level notifications, and automatic monthly transaction report generation. Additionally, the website is synchronized with cloud services, enabling access anytime and anywhere via desktop or mobile devices. The research utilizes a qualitative method, gathering primary data through structured interviews, direct observations, and literature reviews. The software development method used is Personal Extreme Programming (PXP). The resulting system aims to assist employees in both the main and branch offices with more efficient transaction recording, real-time stock monitoring, and report generation. This implementation highlights the benefits of using OutSystems to create a dynamic and user-friendly web-based system, ultimately improving operational efficiency within the company.
Workplace Bullying and Perceived Organisational Politics as Correlates of Employee Turnover Intention
Authors: Adeniyi Dr. Adedapo
Published: December 2024

This study investigated workplace bullying and organisational politics as correlates of turnover intention among employees with the purpose of investigating the relationship between workplace bullying, organisational politics and employees’ turnover intention, the influence of perceived organizational politics on career satisfaction among selected workers, the joint influence of workplace bullying and organisational politics on turnover intention and the difference between males and females on employees’ turnover intention. 204 selected workers participated in this study (Male 95 and Female 108). Survey design was used for this study and convenience sampling technique was used in collecting data. A questionnaire was used were in collecting data. Pearson moment correlation, regression analysis, and independent t-test were used to test the stated hypotheses. The result revealed that workplace bullying and perceived organizational politics have significant positive correlation with employee turnover intention. Also, Workplace bullying and perceived organizational politics accounted for 19.3% of the observed variance in employee turnover intension. And there was no significant difference between married and single workers on turnover intention. It is recommended that Organization should establish and enforce clear policies against workplace bullying, providing a safe channel for reporting and addressing grievances.
Assessment of Disaster Preparedness and Response Capability Among Paramedics in Arar City, KSA: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Dahmashy Meshal Salem Al , Al-Anazi Musa Hailan , Alshammari Naif Mofareh , Albathali Nada Ramadan A , AlShamerey Fahad Khameis
Published: December 2024

Objective: This study aimed to assess the level of disaster preparedness and response capability among paramedics in Arar City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among a random sample of 120 paramedics from 3 hospitals in Arar City. The Disaster Preparedness Evaluation Tool (DPET), a validated 36-item questionnaire, was used to measure knowledge, skills, and attitudes related to disaster preparedness and response. Descriptive and inferential statistics were computed.

Results: The response rate was 91.7% (n=110). The mean overall DPET score was 3.47±0.74 out of 5, indicating moderate to high preparedness. Paramedics scored highest on knowledge of triage and evacuation (4.12±0.85), and lowest on familiarity with the hospital's disaster plan (2.86±1.09). Years of experience, previous disaster response participation, and recent training were significantly associated with higher preparedness scores (p<0.05). Key perceived barriers included lack of simulations, inadequate equipment, and poor multi-agency coordination.

Conclusions: Paramedics in Arar City reported moderate to high levels of disaster preparedness. However, specific areas for improvement were identified. Findings highlight the importance of regular training, drills, and interprofessional collaboration to enhance paramedics' readiness for effective disaster response. Insights from this study can inform the development of targeted interventions and policies to strengthen the resilience of local EMS systems.
Exploring the Role of Early Diagnosis of Hearing Loss in Children and Its Impact on Educational Outcomes, Language Development, and Social Integration in Special Education Settings
Authors: Mushtaq Rai Sheraz , Mahsud Kalsoom , Siddiqui Tahreen Ahmad , Khalid Afshan
Published: December 2024

The study explores the impact of early diagnosis of hearing loss on children's educational outcomes, language development, and social integration in special education settings. The research involved 150 children with early hearing loss, comparing the differences between early diagnosis (0-2 years) and late diagnosis (more than 2 years after birth). A quantitative research design was employed, using standardized test scores, teacher assessments, speech development tests, and social interaction surveys for data collection. The findings show that early diagnosis positively influences academic performance, language development, and peer interactions. Children diagnosed early demonstrated better academic outcomes (p < 0.05), more advanced language skills (p < 0.05), and improved social interactions (p < 0.05) compared to those diagnosed later. A strong positive correlation was found between early diagnosis and the effectiveness of support services (r = 0.65, p < 0.05). These results emphasize the importance of early intervention and robust support systems for children with hearing loss, highlighting the need for expanded newborn hearing screening programs and improvements in educational practices. Further research is recommended on long-term outcomes, the role of assistive technologies, and the influence of family involvement on improving outcomes following early diagnosis.
GENETIC DIVERSITY OF Prunus persica (L.) Batsch AND THER SPECIES OF Prunus USING MICROSATELLITES
Authors: Pérez-Luna Adriana Isabel , Calderón-Zavala Guillermo , Hernández-Rodríguez Martha , Villegas-Monter Ángel , Pérez-González Salvador
Published: December 2024

Mexico has three genetic breeding programs for peaches and nectarines (Prunus persica (L.) Batsch). The diversity of its germplasm at a DNA level is unknown. Therefore, the aims of this work were: 1) to characterize the diversity of three P. persica populations using microsatellites or simple sequence repeats (SSRs); 2) to genetically compare two P. persica populations from the Prunus breeding programs of the College of Postgraduates and the Center for Genetic Resources and Improvement; and 3) to extrapolate the use of these SSRs to other Prunus species. DNA was extracted from leaves of 162 individuals from three locations: Montecillo and Coatepec Harinas, State of Mexico, and Huimilpan, Querétaro. A CTAB-based protocol was used. The variation of six SSRs was examined in polyacrylamide, and the diversity statistics were obtained for loci and populations. On average, 10.8 alleles were found per locus, a polymorphic information content (PIC) of 0.66, genic diversity of 0.69, and heterozygosity of 0.49. The most polymorphic locus was UCDCH15, with a PIC of 0.84 for P. persica, and UCDCH14, with 0.9 for the other three Prunus species. Regarding P. persica populations, only five SSRs were polymorphic. The expected heterozygosity was 0.512, 0.719, and 0.621, and the observed heterozygosity was 0.334, 0.716, and 0.768 for Montecillo, Querétaro, and Coatepec Harinas, respectively, indicating that Querétaro is the most diverse, and Montecillo, the most homogenous. The similarity between Montecillo and Coatepec Harinas was 0.543, followed by Montecillo and Querétaro (0.47) and Coatepec Harinas and Querétaro (0.183). For the other Prunus species, the six SSRs were polymorphic, confirming that their use can be extrapolated to related species such as apricot (Prunus armeniaca L.), plums (P. salicina L.), and cherries (P. avium L.). This is the first report on diversity in P. persica and some related species by SSRs in Mexico.
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Modern Education: Empowering Learning Process through Advanced Learning Technologies
Authors:   Industrial Engineering faculty, Universita Islam Jakarta, Jakarta, Cahyono Cahyono , Siregar Mulki ,   Industrial Engineering faculty, Universita Islam Jakarta, Jakarta, Sutrisna Akhmad ,   Industrial Engineering faculty, Universita Islam Jakarta, Jakarta, Nurlaili Nurlaili ,   Industrial Engineering faculty, Universita Islam Jakarta, Jakarta, Susanti Marcely ,   Industrial Engineering faculty, Universita Islam Jakarta, Jakarta
Published: December 2024

This study aims to explore the perception and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in educational settings, focusing on their benefits and the factors influencing their integration. Guided by Rogers' Diffusion of Innovations Theory, the research examines the relative advantage, compatibility, complexity, trialability, and observability of AI tools in education. Utilizing a qualitative approach, data were collected through surveys and interviews with students from the Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) program at Universitas Islam Jakarta. The findings reveal a generally positive perception of AI technologies, with strong support for their relative advantage, compatibility, trialability, and observability. Most respondents recognize the benefits of AI in personalizing learning experiences and providing flexible, accessible support. However, opinions are divided on the complexity of AI tools, indicating a need for more user-friendly designs and comprehensive training. The study also highlights various motivational factors, such as curiosity, autonomous learning, engagement, emotional involvement, authenticity, and the desire for self-improvement, which significantly influence the learning process. These insights suggest that addressing perceived challenges and fostering a supportive, engaging learning environment can enhance the acceptance and effectiveness of AI in education. Future research should focus on developing intuitive AI interfaces, conducting longitudinal impact studies, and exploring strategies to enhance personalization and engagement.
The Effect of Perceived Security Risks on Mobile Banking Adoption in Fashion Retail Industry. A Case Study of Mwanza Region, Tanzania
Authors:   Tanzania Institute of Accountancy, P.O. Box 9522, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Moshi Albert
Published: December 2024

The adoption of mobile banking among fashion retailers is increasingly recognized as a powerful catalyst for economic empowerment and financial inclusion. It reduces reliance on traditional banking methods, allowing consumers and suppliers to engage in transactions without the constraints of banking hours or physical locations. This flexibility enables online transactions to occur anytime and anywhere, fostering a more dynamic and responsive shopping environment. However, its adoption is very limited in fashion industry. This study was set to explore security issues that affect adoption of mobile banking by fashion retailers in Mwanza municipal councils. The study is grounded on perceived risk theory which explain how individuals assess risk and make decisions under uncertainty. The data for this study were collected using a close-ended questionnaire distributed to a sample of 200 respondents, who were selected through a simple random sampling technique. The study employed a combination of content analysis and binary logistic regression analysis as its analytical approach. The study revealed a negative effect of fraud, phishing attacks, and transaction errors on the adoption of mobile banking, while highlighting the positive influence of security literacy in encouraging this adoption. The study concluded that that mobile banking service providers should implement comprehensive user education programs focused on security best practices, including the importance of strong passwords and awareness of phishing schemes. Additionally, enhancing authentication methods and establishing robust transaction error resolution processes that can mitigate risks and foster greater trust in mobile banking among fashion retailers.
Carlos Nino, los filósofos y la política alfonsinista
Authors: Cremonte Martín
Published: December 2024

El artículo reconstruye la intervención de Carlos Nino y el grupo de filósofos de SADAF en el plan de justica del gobierno de Raúl Alfonsín. Se estudia el documento original de 1983 en que se cristalizó tal plan incluyendo el principio de obediencia debida. La perspectiva interna del grupo permite observar algunas tensiones entre ética y política: la teoría de Carlos Nino (su constructivismo neokantiano) y su práctica institucional, así como la disputa entre el movimiento de derechos humanos y el plan alfonsinista de amnistiar a la mayor parte de los responsables de los crímenes estatales. Se analiza la decisión política dentro de la nueva frontera democrática en un marco de contingencia (el poder militar en retirada y la consolidación del régimen constitucional). Se pone de manifiesto la importancia de los “momentos constituyentes” del reclamo de justicia radical de las Madres de Plaza de Mayo para el neoconstitucionalismo actual.
La cultura de izquierda ante los desafíos del siglo XXI
Authors: Mollier Jean-Yves
Published: December 2024

El texto examina la evolución de la cultura de izquierda en el contexto contemporáneo desde el siglo XX al XXI. En su derrotero, el autor destacan la incorporación de tópicos como la ecología, la justicia de género y la crítica cultural a la discusión sobre las izquierdas, una discusión no exenta de tensiones. A medida que la preocupación por el cambio climático se intensifica, figuras como Greta Thunberg han movilizado a la juventud, generando divisiones en cómo abordar la crisis. Además, movimientos como #MeToo han desafiado nociones tradicionales sobre la presunción de inocencia y la lucha contra el patriarcado. La crítica cultural, incluyendo la “apropiación cultural” y la “cultura de la cancelación”, plantea interrogantes sobre la representación en el arte. El autor afirma que a pesar de las divisiones, la izquierda sigue comprometida con la lucha por la justicia y los derechos humanos, fundamentada en un humanismo racional.
Un diálogo sobre Cuba con Orfila Reynal para pensar la circulación de la obra de Rodolfo Mondolfo entre Buenos Aires y México
Authors: Lida Miranda
Published: December 2024

La circulación de la obra de Rodolfo Mondolfo en América Latina se dio a través de una firme y sostenida colaboración editorial en los principales sellos del continente, sin descuidar a la par su circulación europea a través de editoriales italianas con las que siguió colaborando luego de su exilio en la Argentina. Este trabajo se centra, en especial, en la relación con Orfila Reynal, editor del Fondo de Cultura Económica y de Siglo XXI, con quien mantuvo diálogo sostenido a lo largo de muchos años. Entre otras cosas se destacará un intercambio entre ellos acerca de Cuba, que resulta iluminador para entender su lectura de su revolución y su impacto latinoamericano.
Un ecosistema de archivos
Authors: Weld Kirste
Published: December 2024

Este ensayo, originalmente una conferencia pronunciada en ocasión de la Jornada Archivos y Derechos Humanos, organizada en el marco del Convenio Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo - CONICET, reflexiona sobre el papel de la sociedad civil posterior a la dictadura en la gestión de materiales de archivo políticamente sensibles. Movilizando estudios de caso de toda América Latina, rechaza la falsa dicotomía entre los llamados “archivos del terror” y los “archivos desde abajo”, enfatizando en cambio la importancia de luchar ampliamente por el acceso a los archivos como medida clave de la ciudadanía democrática.
Jamovi'de Kümeleme Analizi ve Sınıftaki Gruplar
Authors: Kahya Erdinç
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, ölçme değerlendirme sonuçlarının yorumlanmasında istatistiksel analiz yöntemlerinden kümeleme analizinin, sadece bu çalışma için kurgulanmış ve geliştirilmiş bir senaryo kapsamında tasarlanan örnek bir uyulama ile tanıtılmasıdır. Çalışma kapsamına alınan örnek uygulamada, ilkokul öğrencilerinin; akademik başarı, sınıf içi olumsuz davranış, okuma becerisi, sınıf içi etkinliklere katılım ve kitap okuma alışkanlığı olmak üzere 5 temel değişkene göre yer aldıkları grup sınıf veya kümelerin özellikleri, Kümeleme Analizi (Clustering Analysis) ile incelenmiştir. Öğretmenlere kılavuz özelliğinde olan çalışmada, Jamovi istatistiksel analiz yazılımı ile sınıf içi ölçme değerlendirme sürecinin herhangi bir döneminde elde edilen verilerin kümeleme analizi kullanılarak nasıl yorumlanabileceğine yer verilmiş, kümelemenin yapılış aşamaları ekran çıktılarıyla desteklenmiştir. Kümeleme analizinin Jamovi yazılımı ile birlikte okullarda sınıf içi ölçme değerlendirme çalışmalarının yorumlanmasında öğretmenler tarafından kullanılabileceği önerilmiştir.
Peculiarities of the genetic nature of CMS lines of Beta vulgaris L. and the nature of adaptability to biotic and abiotic factors
Authors: Dubchak O. V. , Palamarchuk L. Yu. , Prysiazhniuk O. I.
Published: December 2024

Purpose. Study of the genetic nature of CMS lines as female components in the hybridization process; selection of the best breeding genotypes with high adaptive potential; establishment of the productivity of the obtained monogerm triploid hybrids on a sterile basis.
Methods. The original forms were breeding genotypes from the collection of Verkhniaky Experimental Breeding Station: monogerm SM and CMS lines, obtained through individual selections from recombinant forms of foreign germplasm and aboriginal SM. Modern selection methods were used, specifically recombination, hybridization, and selection. Saturation, analysis and top crossings were carried out. Breeding genotypes were tested according to generally accepted methods.
Results. According to the results of long-term research, the possibility of development of breeding lines from the cleavage products of foreign hybrids has been established. Based on the application of modern breeding methods, promising materials with a significant share of valuable genotypes with high adaptive potential and a broad genetic base were developed and selected. Using donors of recombinant initial forms, new CMS lines were developed, which, even under stressful environmental conditions, demonstrate high performance indicators when crossed with multi-germ pollinators of different genetic origin.
Conclusions. The selection of the best CMS lines was carried out by the combination value and tolerance to biotic and abiotic factors. In the framework of research, with the aim of obtaining a higher effect of heterosis, new hybrids were developed with the use of female hybrid components of the CMS1 line and male multi-germ SM component of different origins. They are characterized by resistance to biotic and abiotic factors in different regions of the country. According to the results of ecological variety testing, experimental hybrids STs280823 and STs280828 with a sugar yield of 104.5 and 113.5% to the standard are recommended for state variety testing.
Formation of yield and seed quality of soybean varieties depending on the nutrition area in the Right Bank Forest Steppe of Ukraine
Authors: Lemeshyk A. V. , Novytska N. V.
Published: December 2024

Purpose. To determine the influence of the row width, row spacing and the seeding rate of soybean varieties on their productivity and quality.
Methods. The research was carried out in 2021–2023 in the stationary crop rotation of the Plant Breeding Department in the fields of the Agronomic Research Station of the National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (Pshenychne, Vasylkiv district, Kyiv region). Scheme of the experiment: factor A – sowing method: ordinary row with a row spacing of 19 cm; strip with a row spacing of 19 + 38 + 19 cm; wide-row with a row spacing of 38 cm; factor B – seeding rate: 450, 600 and 750 thousand seeds/ha.
Results. The highest yield of seeds of the variety ‘Sirelia’, and in general the highest in the experiment, was obtained at a planting design of 19 cm + 38 cm + 19 cm and the seeding rate of 750,000 seeds/ha – 2.92 t/ha. In the ‘Saidina’ variety, the maximum productivity (2.82 t/ha) was recorded at a planting design of 19 cm + 38 cm + 19 cm and the seeding rate of 450,000 seeds/ha. In fact, it is the only soybean variety in the experiment that provided a high level of productivity at low seeding rates. As for the ‘Vyshyvanka’ variety, it was generally effective for it from the biological point of yield potential realization, a planting design was 19 cm + 38 cm + 19 cm and seeding rate of 600,000 seeds/ha – 2.74 t/ha. In the variety ‘Zhaklin’, the best yield indicators were obtained at a planting design of 19 cm x 38 cm x 19 cm and seeding rate of 750,000 seeds/ha – 2.72 t/ha. However, a seeding design of 19 cm x 19 cm x 19 cm and the seeding rate of 750,000 seeds/ha – 2.70 t/ha remained relevant for this variety. The highest contents of protein and fat in the seeds of all studied varieties were obtained under the condition of growing plants at a planting design of 38 cm + 38 cm + 38 cm and seeding rate of 450 thousand seeds/ha: in ‘Sirelia’ 38.2 and 24, 1%, in ‘Saidina’ 42.6 and 20.9%, in ‘Vyshyvanka’ 39.1 and 22.6%, and in ‘Zhaklin’ 38.9 and 22.9%, respectively.
Conclusions. The features of yield formation and quality indicators of soybean varieties determined in the research can be used for optimization of the crop cultivation technology in the Right Bank Forest Steppe of Ukraine.
Distillation, an effective process for water purification
Authors: Rouaiguia I. , Hamdi B. , Benselhoub A. , Trirat T. , Makhlouf A.
Published: December 2024

Purpose. We all agree on the principle that water is life. Noting that, obtaining drinking water that meets the World Health Organization standard is a difficult and sometimes expensive process. The main objective of this research work is separation of constituents from a mixture of solution in the first instance and our tendency is water purification in the other side.
Methods. Given that the purification of solutions represents a major challenge for them, based on basic knowledge of the chemistry of solutions. We have conducted some separation tests in the laboratory with the aim of eliminating harmful elements. For this reason, a comparative study was carried out on two different separation techniques in a water-ethanol solution of 10 ml. In the first one, a simple distillation test was carried out at a temperature above than 78.5 °C and at a low pressure from which only 0.6 ml of distillate (ethanol) was recovered (too low yield). However, in the second experimental protocol three assays were conducted using a distillation column with different volumes of water-ethanol mixture. The varieties of parameters and experimental protocols carried out with well-defined objectives and direct impacts on the results obtained.
Results. Overall, we can say that the results obtained are clear and significant. In addition, the tests carried out made it possible to obtain satisfactory results in terms of yield and purification. Furthermore, the best results were obtained in the solution of 6 ml ethanol and 4 ml water with Distillate = 6 ml and Residue = 0 ml (maximum recovery of ethanol from the solution). This is the reason why distillation is the best technique for separation, purification and extraction from the solution mixture.
Conclusions. From the assembled results we can conclude that the distillation is a one of the best separation methods commonly employed, simple distillation (with simple separation apparatus design), by principle and methodology, is applied only if the boiling points of the constituents are different, in the opposite case; fractional distillation process (devices with complex, precise and critical components) is highly recommended.