bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Garg Megha , Kumar Parveen
Published: December 2023

Social entrepreneurship incorporates characteristics from several disciplines, but lacks a dominant framework and literature though it is a rapidly expanding area. Therefore, our paper aims to carry out bibliographic mapping of relevant publications with the help of Biblioshiny software (R studio) and VoSviewer based on the publications in the Scopus database. The primary outcomes indicated an upsurge in the interest of scholars particularly after 2015. The analysis displays that a significant number of publications originated from industrialised Western countries and suggests that the research field is quite new-fangled and requires authors to collaborate with each other. Moreover, numerous sustainability-related themes have been discovered through keyword co-occurrence analysis. The themes identified here are significant for practitioners and regulators who seek to take advantage of the synergy existing between our research areas. The directions for future research studies can be guided by quantitative research from underdeveloped nations or emerging economies.
Simon, P., Too Big to Ignore: The Business Case for Big Data
Authors: Abeygunasekera A. W. J. C.
Published: December 2023

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Brucella epididymo-orchitis: A single-center experience with a review of the literature
Authors: Bapir Rawa , Abdalqadir Ahmed Mohammed , Aghaways Esmaeel , Bayz Hemn Hussein , Abdullah Hiwa O. , Ahmed Shaho F. , Abdalla Berun A. , Hama Jihad Ibrahim , Muhammed Bryar Othman , Hamahussein Karokh Fadhil , Faraj Farman Mohammed , Kakamad Fahmi Hussein
Published: December 2023

Brucella epididymo-orchitis (BEO) is a rare complication of brucellosis. Despite the high incidence of brucellosis in developing countries, few case series on BEO are available. This study focuses on the clinical presentations, diagnosis, and treatment of BEO with a review of the literature. This study included consecutive BEO patients diagnosed and treated at Smart Health Tower between 2021 and 2023. The required data were retrospectively collected from patients' profiles. The BEO diagnosis was established through scrotal Doppler ultrasound in cases with a positive Rose Bengal test and positive IgG and IgM results for brucellosis, in addition to scrotal pain and swelling. This study included 11 cases whose ages ranged from 22 to 55 years. Most of the cases presented with testicular pain (72.7%), followed by fever (63.6%) and arthralgia (63.6%). The right side (54.5%) was slightly more affected than the left side (45.5%). The major abnormal laboratory finding was an elevated C-reactive protein (82%). The treatment was conservative, in which a combination of gentamicin, doxycycline, and rifampicin was administered to the patients for about 6-8 weeks. One case underwent an orchiectomy due to the abscess formation. All the patients responded well to the treatment, with no recurrence. In the Middle East, brucellosis remains a concerning infectious disease. Early diagnosis, aimed at preventing abscess formation and other complications, takes first priority to avoid invasive interventions.
Evaluation of Rezum therapy as a minimally invasive modality for management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A prospective observational study
Authors: Abouelgreed Tamer A. , Koritenah Ayman K. , Badran Yasser , Tagreda Ibrahim , Algammal Mohamed , Abozied Hesham , Eldamanhory Hany A. , Shouman Hossam A. , Khattab    Abdelhamid A. , Ali                  Munira , Alnajem   Mohammad Thabet , Abdelwahed  Ahmed A.
Published: December 2023

Objective: To evaluate safety and efficacy of Rezum therapy as a minimally invasive modality for management of benign prostatic hyperplasia in patients with prostate volume < 80cc and those with prostate volume > 80cc. Methods: Between June 2020 and February 2023, A total of 98 patients diagnosed with BPH and managed by Rezum were included in this study. Patients were divided based on their prostate volume of either less than 80 cc or greater than 80 cc. We evaluated several parameters related to their condition, including prostate volume, post-voiding residual (PVR) before and after surgery, number of treatments received, maximum urine flow rate (Qmax) before and after surgery and mean follow- up periods. Results: The mean age was 68 years (SD 11.2). The median prostatic volume was 62 cc (IQR 41, 17). A maximum of 9 treatments were administered. Six months was determined to be the average post-operative follow-up period (IQR: 3.5-7.2). The mean preoperative total PSA was 2.7 (IQR 1, 2), preoperative mean PVR was 79.8 cm3, preoperative mean Qmax was 8.2 ml/s (IQR 4.7-10.5), and median post-operative days until catheter removal was four days (IQR 3,1). Post-operative PVR was 24.7 cm3 (IQR 18.2, 29.4) and the mean post-operative Qmax was 18.3 ml/s (SD 6.3). Qmax levels significantly increased, by an average of 8.2 ml/s (SD 7.13) (p < 0.001). Similarly, a decrease of average PVR of 97.28 cm3 (SD 95.85) (p < 0.001) was detected, which is a substantial reduction. Between prostates less 80cc and those over 80cc, there were no appreciable differences in Qmax or PVR (p-values: 0.435 and 0.431, respectively). Conclusions: From our study, we conclude that Rezum water vapor thermal therapy, as a minimally invasive modality, is an effective and safe surgical option for management of benign prostatic hyperplasia of men with moderate to severe lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). This procedure has been shown to be effective in patients with varying larger prostate volumes.
Peculiarities of the Design of Housing Parts of Large Direct Current
Machines
Authors: Tretiak Oleksii , Serhiienko Serhii , Zhukov Anton , Gakal Pavlo , Don Yevhen , Arefieva Mariia , Tretiak Iryna , Kravchenko Stanislav , Bohozhavets Oleg
Published: December 2023

In the given work the design and stress–strain calculation of housing parts of
large machines during operation are considered. At the same time, both classical
electromagnetic forces and technological operations necessary for mechanical
processing and assembly of such objects as well as transportation processes are
taken into account for the first time. The task of analyzing of the
stress–strain state of the framework was solved in the three-dimensional setting
using the finite element method by the SolidWorks software complex.

The three-dimensional analysis of the stress–strain state of the structure for
technological operations, namely tilting, lifting, and moving the large DC
machines frame without poles and with poles, showed that the values of
mechanical stresses that arise in the connections of the frame exceed the
permissible limits, resulting in significant deformation of the structure. The
work proposed the modernized frame design with additional stiffeners and
re-calculated the stress–strain state of the unit. The analysis, that was
carried out, showed that when performing technological operations, the
mechanical stresses that arise do not exceed the permissible ones, and all
deformations are in the elastic zone for the given metal.
Eusebia, Elena e l’imperatore romano Giuliano l’Apostata
Authors: Pająkowska‑Bouallegui Anna
Published: December 2023

Eusebia, Helena, and the Emperor Julian the Apostate

The Emperor Flavius Claudius Julianus, known to posterity as the Apostate, is an extraordinary figure in the history of the Roman Empire. And although he was Caesar for only five years (355–360), and Emperor for less than two years (361–363), he became famous as a wise and just ruler, a good commander, a brave soldier, and an efficient administrator. He was also a great lover of ancient culture and a talented writer. He left behind many official letters and literary works. His writings provide valuable information both about the Roman state in the fourth century and about himself and his family. He was also one of the best educated Roman rulers, well versed in Greek and Latin literature, philosophy, and history.
Two exceptional women played a particularly important role in the life of Julian the Apostate: his wife Helena and Eusebia, the wife of Emperor Constantius II, his cousin. Both were endowed with many good qualities, which are mentioned not only by Julian the Apostate himself in his writings, but also by other ancient authors, including the historians Ammianus Marcellinus, Eutropius, Zosimos, the rhetorician Libanius, and historians of the Church Socrates Scholasticus and Hermias Sozomen. Both Eusebia and Helena are very interesting figures. But, while about Eusebia there is a great deal of information in various sources, about Helena there are only brief mentions. Nevertheless, both of these empresses are worth closer attention. In my article, written in Italian, I present a picture of the virtues of Helena and Eusebia, as contained in the writings of the Emperor Julian the Apostate himself, as well as other ancient authors.
Aktywność polityczna i kulturalna kobiet w świetle rękopiśmiennej i drukowanej prasy polskiego oświecenia (XVIII w.)
Authors: Kucharski Adam
Published: December 2023

Political and Cultural Activism of Women As Seen in Handwritten and Printed Press in the Polish Enlightenment (Eighteenth Century)

The rapid development of the press in the Republic of Poland in the eighteenth century enabled a much more efficient transfer of information. During the Enlightenment, the Polish press market was graced by a number of magazines the editors of which were guided by the goals of reforming, moralizing, and promoting scientific knowledge. At the same time, the old Polish social communication system based on the creation and sending of handwritten newspapers to recipients was still in operation. In various press outlets in the Republic of Poland in the second half of the eighteenth century, one can also find an ever‑growing amount of information devoted to women. In addition to pedagogical issues that were discussed in the Enlightenment, i.e., the upbringing and education of girls, information about women’s activities, which were diverse in their nature, spread more and more widely. Both in printed and handwritten newspapers, one can, above all, read about the achievements of women in the fields of politics and culture. Although Polish women in the eighteenth century had limited opportunities to act in politics and culture, resulting from the specificity of the Polish state system and from the dominance of men, their important role in these areas was often highlighted in the press. Press advertisements also allow us to conclude that literary works written by women could take root in social consciousness thanks to newspaper advertising.
Victorian Courtship – from Ideal to Real. The Englishwoman’s Domestic Magazine and the Rules of Etiquette
Authors: Sakowicz Iwona
Published: December 2023

The Victorian era in Britain was characterized by an emphasis on “respectability” which formed a part of the domesticity ideology that treated the home as a place created for women. Proper, respectable behaviour was a function of belonging to the middle class. A significant number of savoir‑vivre guides published contemporaneously informed the reader not only about receiving guests but also about courtship and marriage. The subject of the article is a close reading of these etiquette guides and the Englishwoman’s Domestic Magazine letter section, which frequently addresses issues of courtship and marriage. The analysis of the texts using rigid gender roles as presented in the guides and the comparison of them with the letter section of the magazine shows that young readers expressed their independence and assertiveness in trying to contest these rules.
Chora – Miejsce spotkania nieba i ziemi. Na przykładzie rosyjskiej twórczości ustnej
Authors: Kowalska-Stus Hanna
Published: December 2023

Chora Where Heaven and Earth Meet – Based on Russian Oral Tradition

The phenomenon of the vast majority of texts in Russian oral literature is related to the occurrence of chora. The Ruthenian land is described as an icon of heavenly reality there. The term chora was used by Plato in Timaeus, giving it a broader, extra-geometric and extra-geographical meaning. Chora contains hierophany, it invalidates space in a geometric and geographical sense. Oral tradition demonstrates the search for a place in Ruthenia that is conducive to the birth of a real man – Plato called the place chora. The idea of this place differed from the idea of Moscow III Rome – it did not refer to the tsar or the state, but to the land and man striving for salvation. The tsar and the state gain a new, heavenly countenance here – only in the perspective of transformation. This idea is not prospective, it refers to eternity. The basic ontological heritage in the identity of the Ruthenian existence, which is not subject to time, has been preserved. Chora, as a Ruthenian space, has an existential and identity dimension.
Niepokój o wartości we współczesnej antyutopii rosyjskiej
Authors: Tyszkowska-Kasprzak Elżbieta
Published: December 2023

Concerns for Values in the Contemporary Russian Anti-utopia

Utopia as a literary genre gains popularity in transitory moments, periods of social, economic and mental transformations. Literary visions of the future can be treated as forecasts of the development of societies, or projections of dreams about a better tomorrow, but in the case of anti-utopias, these predictions are not optimistic and have their source in the reality contemporary to the author. The abundance of dystopias in the early 21st century testifies to writers’ concerns about the development of the country and society. The main theme of the latest anti-utopias is undoubtedly the problem of limiting or even depriving an individual of freedom, but the writers also showed particular concern for the future of Russia as a state, its territorial integrity, culture and special spirituality. Both the future autonomy of the country and its indivisibility were quite often questioned, and fears or even phobias were associated with the vision of the threat of Chinese colonisation.
Społeczne i demograficzne cechy procesu migracji z Białorusi do Polski w latach 2016–2020
Authors: Narbut Mark
Published: December 2023

Social and Demographic Features of the Migration Process from Belarus to Poland in 2016–2020

This article analyses the process of migration from Belarus to Poland in the second decade of the 21st century. The aim of the article is to reveal the social and demographic features of the migration movement from Belarus to Poland and to show the specific motivation and adaptation of Belarusian immigrants in Poland as a new place of settlement. In order to achieve the intended purpose, the article will answer the following questions: what is the socio-demographic features of the migration movement from Belarus to Poland? What are the motives of migration of Belarusian citizens to Poland? What are the specific features of adaptation of Belarusian immigrants in the new place of settlement? In order to obtain answers to the questions posed, a comprehensive methodology was used: analysis of found statistical data and qualitative research conducted with the technique of individual in-depth interview. The analysis of the found statistical data created a perspective for presenting the specifics of migration, first of all as a physical spatial movement from Belarus to Poland, and also made it possible to detail the social profile of Belarusian immigrants. At the same time, the data collected as part of the qualitative study provided a basis for defining the specifics of the adaptation process and learning about migration motivation among Belarusian immigrants.
Jelena Gaković (2023): Društvena arhitektonika digitalnog doba (Sarajevo: Academia Analitica, 2023, str. 151).
Authors: Ibrulj Nijaz
Published: December 2023

Book review: Gaković, Jelena (2023). Društvena arhitektonika digitalnog doba. Sarajevo: Academia Analitica.
Ideja ekspresivne racionalnosti u filozofiji Roberta Brandoma / Idea of Expressive Rationality in the Philosophy of Robert Brandom
Authors: Mahmutović Omar
Published: December 2023

In this paper, we will consider Brandoms fundamental components of his understanding of interesting concept of expresive rationality. I think it’s necessary, in orded to gain logical distinction of this concept, to analise and postulate basic meanings and parts of Brandoms philosophy. In this paper, we will interpret and explain the fundamental tenets of Robert Brandom’s intriguing concept of expressive rationality. Brandom, in his research on linguistic practices and their implications, approaches the topic from the perspective of inferentialism, a specific approach to the theory of meaning. Inferentialism is based on determining the meaning of expressions through their correspondence with other expressions. Brandom’s philosophy can be described using various terms, including the philosophy of inferentialism, the philosophy of intentionality, and logical expressivism.
Doğalgaz Fiyatlarının Sürdürebilir Enerji Projeleri Olan Kripto Paraların Fiyatları İle İlişkisi
Authors: COŞKUNER Mehmet , ÖZER Ali
Published: December 2023

Bu çalışmanın amacı az enerji tüketen ve kirliliği azaltmak üzerine projeleri olan Cardano ve Ripple fiyatlarının doğalgaz fiyatları üzerindeki etkisini araştırmaktır. Bu kapsamda Cardano coin, Ripple coin ve doğalgazın dolar bazlı verilerden elde edilen 2018:06 – 2023:04 zaman dilimine ait aylık veriler kullanılmıştır. Çalışmada zaman serileri analizi kullanılarak Cardano, Ripple coinlerinin ve doğalgaz fiyatlarının hareketleri analiz edilmiştir. Yapılan çalışmada durağanlığı ölçmek için Genişletilmiş Dickey Fuller (Augmented Dickey-Fuller -ADF) birim kök testi ile analizi yapılmıştır. Sonrasında ise var modeli kurularak gecikme uzunluğu tespit edilmiştir. Gecikme uzunluğu tespitinden sonra ise birim çember kök testi ve otokorelasyon lm testi yapılmıştır. Daha sonrasında ise değişkenler arasında uzun dönemde ilişki olup olmadığına bakmak için Johensen Eş Bütünleşme testi yapılmıştır. Eş bütünleşme testinden sonra doğalgaz fiyatlarını etkileyen etmenleri tespit etmek için Granger Nedensellik analizi yapılmıştır. Nedensellik analizinden sonra doğalgaz fiyatlarını etkileyen değişkenleri tespit etmek için EKK testi yapılmıştır. Granger nedensellik analizi sonucunda Cardano ve Ripple fiyatları doğalgaz fiyatları arasında nedensellik ilişkisine rastlanılmamıştır. Cardano ile Ripple fiyatları arasında çift yönlü nedensellik ilişkisi olduğu tespit edilmiştir. EKK testine göre ise Cardano ve Ripple fiyatlarının doğalgaz fiyatlarını etkilemediği gözlemlenmiştir.
Diversification, Governance, and Macroeconomic Volatility in MENA Economies
Authors: Eldarassi Abdella , Sylwester Kevin
Published: December 2023

This study examines the extent to which higher quality governing institutions substitute for or complement economic diversification to promote macroeconomic stability in Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) countries. In contrast to previous findings, we found that economic concentration reduces volatility. Moreover, stronger effects emerge for countries with good governance. Economic concentration lowers macroeconomic volatility, especially in countries with good governance.
Role of Climate Risk in the Oil Price Dynamics
Authors: Rufai Aliyu Akorede , Imandojemu Kingsley , Abbiyesuku Tubobanimi Inoma
Published: December 2023

This study explores the time-frequency role of climate risk in the oil price dynamics using wavelet techniques. The findings show that oil prices are affected by climate risk, although some interdependent relationships are evident between the two variables in the long run.
Russia-Ukraine War and Price Volatility of Global Commodities: The Role of Public Sentiments
Authors: Azeez Khadijat A. , Hambolu Victor O. , Okwu Andy T. , Agboola Bukunmi A.
Published: December 2023

We analysed how public sentiments have affected global commodity market volatility during the Russia-Ukraine war. Using principal component analysis, we created a sentiments index from 30 carefully selected Google trends search keywords related to the war. We tested the predictability of the sentiments index against market volatility. Our results show that while public sentiments increase commodity market volatility, incorporating the sentiment index into our predictive model significantly improves its precision.
Market-based Estimation of Average Electricity Outage Costs in the United States
Authors: Woo Chi Keung , Tishler A. , Cao Kang Hua , Qi Han , Li Raymond , Zarnikau Jay
Published: December 2023

Electricity outage cost (EOC) estimates ($ per kWh unserved) are essential input data for optimal reliability planning and efficient pricing of electricity services. Based on the 2019-2020 market data published by two US government agencies for the lower 48 states, this paper’s EOC estimates by census region and year are median values of $1.39 to $2.93 per kWh unserved, well below the estimate of $9 per kWh unserved adopted by Texas for optimal reliability planning. The policy implications of adopting our lower EOC estimate are (a) a reduction in an electric grid’s optimal planning reserve to improve the grid’s cost efficiency; and (b) a decline in the grid’s marginal cost-based retail price to encourage welfare-enhancing end-use consumption.
El archivo de la memoria trans: imágenes de un archivo instituyente
Authors: Bugnone Ana , Macioci Victoria
Published: December 2023

En este artículo se lleva a cabo un análisis del Archivo de la Memoria Trans (AMT), un archivo digital que alberga la colección fotográfica y documental más relevante producida y administrada por la comunidad travesti y trans de Argentina. El artículo se propone describir la historia y la organización del AMT, resaltando su origen en las luchas de la propia comunidad y su enfoque en las imágenes, así como analizarlo a partir de las problemáticas y potencialidades de la recontextualización de los documentos archivados en un entorno virtual, por un lado, y la producción de memorias, por otro. En este estudio de caso se aplicaron los métodos cualitativos de la observación, realizada mayoritariamente en línea, y las entrevistas. Asimismo, se analizaron las escenas de consignación y domiciliación del archivo. Los principales resultados indican que el AMT se constituyó como parte del reconocimiento de la comunidad travesti y trans en el marco de sus luchas y reivindicaciones, cuyo acervo se basa en las imágenes y el acceso en línea. Además, se advierte que se transformó en un productor de la memoria colectiva de la comunidad. Se concluye que el AMT opera a partir del derecho de mirada, problematizando el acceso y la circulación de imágenes y memorias. Además, se reafirma su condición de archivo instituyente en contraposición a los archivos tradicionales. Por último, el AMT interrumpe las cronologías políticas, presenta cuerpos, historias y memorias diversas, y desafía el orden del discurso que organiza las narrativas y las imágenes.
[Ciber]feminismo: uma ferramenta de resistência híbrida para construção de espacialidades inclusivas
Authors: Malaquias Thaysa
Published: December 2023

As novas tecnologias de comunicação, especialmente as redes sociais, transformaram a maneira como o feminismo se articula e se expressa. Donna Haraway, no Manifesto Ciborgue (1984), introduziu a ideia de que a identidade não deve ser fixa, propondo o ciborgue como um modelo de identificação que enfatiza a afinidade sobre categorias rígidas. Isso se tornou relevante na análise crítica da relação entre tecnologia e feminismo, reconhecendo que a tecnologia carrega valores e preocupações de seus criadores. O coletivo VNS Matrix, fundado em 1991, destacou-se por criar arte e intervenções que desafiavam noções que perpetuavam a subordinação das mulheres. O ciberfeminismo, embora tenha variações globais, incluindo no Brasil e América Latina, compartilha a busca por uma nova política de identificação baseada em afinidades e reflexões críticas sobre as desigualdades de gênero. O coletivo brasileiro CEMINA, por exemplo, focou em compreender as realidades das mulheres brasileiras em relação à tecnologia, em consonância com os princípios de Haraway. O objetivo deste artigo é analisar o ciberfeminismo, um movimento diverso que aborda questões de identidade de gênero e ativismo no contexto digital. Também explora a relação entre ciberfeminismo, arte e tecnologia e destaca desafios no ambiente digital, enfatizando a interseção entre o ativismo on-line e off-line na luta feminista contemporânea. Este estudo abordará a influência da perspectiva de gênero na construção de espaços, tanto físicos quanto virtuais. O ciberfeminismo busca criar espaços inclusivos e promover intervenções no espaço urbano a partir de manifestações originárias do ciberespaço.
Descolonización de los cuerpos en las fotografías del diseño de indumentaria disidente en Argentina
Authors: Roth Manuela Eva
Published: December 2023

El circuito de la moda ocupa un lugar privilegiado dentro de la cultura visual. Sus producciones visuales, han contribuido históricamente con la expansión e imposición a escala global del canon de cuerpo moderno-burgués occidental. Frente a esta hegemonía corporal, dentro de la cuarta ola feminista, emerge en Argentina un colectivo de diseñadores de indumentaria que produce contra-visulidades, las cuales presentan como protagonistas a corporalidades otras. Estas fotografías circulan cada vez con más fuerza gracias al desarrollo de las tecnologías y, en particular, a la incorporación global de las redes sociales a la vida cotidiana de las personas. El artículo expone una investigación cualitativa que desde 2015 construye un corpus compuesto por fotografías de moda contrahegemónicas, las cuales son producidas por emprendimientos autogestivos que producen indumentaria en Argentina. En el desarrollo del artículo se propone una clasificación del corpus basada en las luchas de los movimientos transfeministas contemporáneos y para ejemplificar dichas categorías se seleccionan cuatro casos de estudio: ElleVanTok, Protesta, Archetype y Limay. En cada categoría, las imágenes son entrelazadas con desarrollos teóricos transfeministas que las posicionan como prácticas activistas en sí mismas. Para culminar, se presentan los debates que estas mismas contra-visualidades generan dentro de las redes sociales y se plantean las tensiones que también existen dentro de los movimientos transfeministas actuales.
Manajemen Strategis Sistem Informasi Menggunakan Metode The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) (Studi Kasus: SMA Galatia Bekasi)
Authors: Stevenius  , Bororing Grace Martha Geertruida
Published: December 2023

Information systems in this era of globalization have a role in carrying out every activity in all fields. The use of computer technology and information systems is very helpful for humans in all jobs, especially in light and difficult jobs. Information systems strategy is a necessity that can help business organizations achieve the company's business goals. The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) is an architectural framework that provides methods and tools to assist the acceptance, production, use, and maintenance of Enterprise Architecture. Galatia High School located in Harapan Indah still uses a manual system to carry out their activities. Therefore, Strategic Management of Information Systems is needed to facilitate their activities and improve the quality of their services. This research was conducted by conducting direct observations and interviews with the Principal, Deputy Principal, and Administration. The interview results obtained were analyzed using the TOGAF technique. The author also uses literature studies from books, journals, and previous research. This research will produce an information strategy management system to increase the competitive value of Galatian High School and assist Galatian High School in realizing their vision.
Investigation of anticancer and antimicrobial properties of fluorinated salicylaldimine’s Florlu salisilaldiminlerin antikanser ve antimikrobiyal özelliklerinin araştırılması
Authors: ÖZER Fatma , SHEKHANY Bestoon , BOYRAZ Mustafa Ünal , SAK Zafer , ERSOZ Saduman , GÜROL Ali Osman , SÜZERGÖZ Faruk
Published: December 2023

Bioactive molecules with higher activation power are now needed instead of organic compounds that are widely used against drug resistance that threatens human health. The development of Schiff base (SB) compounds supported by the unique properties of the fluorine atom may increase the chances of curing of drug-resistant lung cancer and bacterial infections. A series of fluorinated salicylaldimine SB ligands (C1-10) were synthesized. Their anticancer effects on the A549 human lung carcinoma cell line and antibacterial effects on Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa were tested by MTT (3-(4,5-dimethylthi azol-2-yl)-2, 5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide) assay. CFSE (5(6)-Carboxyfluoresceindiacetate N-succinimidyl ester) method was used to determine the proliferative indexes (PI) of the compounds on A549 cells. The apoptosis-induce capabilities of the compounds were determined by active caspase-3 analysis and mitochondrial membrane potential analysis using rhodamine123. Morphological changes indicating apoptosis in the cells were determined by standard Hematoxylin and eosin, Giemsa and Papanicolaou staining protocols. Three fluorine-bearing (F2,4,5-SAL) SB ligands (C7) showed stronger cytotoxic activity than DOX on A549 cells (1.4 to 1.9 µM, respectively). The antiproliferative effects of the compounds were weaker than DOX. Mitochondrial membrane potential, active caspase analysis together with cell morphology analyses proved that cell death occurred by induction of apoptosis. No significant antibacterial effects of the compounds were found on the bacterial strains.
Aşırı Akım Röle Optimizasyonunda Optimizasyon Algoritmalarının Karşılaştırmalı Analizi
Authors: ÖZGÜNER Özge , SEYYARER Ebubekir
Published: December 2023

Optimizasyon algoritmaları, belirli bir amaç fonksiyonunun minimum veya maksimum değerini bulmayı amaçlayan problemleri çözmede yaygın olarak kullanılmaktadır. Optimizasyon yöntemleri, en iyi alternatifi seçmek için hem matematiksel hem de sezgisel yaklaşımları kullanmaktadır. Bu çalışmada Aşırı Akım Rölelerinin Koordinasyon (Overcurrent Relay Coordination - ORC) problemini dört optimizasyon algoritması kullanarak en aza indirgemeyi ve sonuçlarını karşılaştırmayı amaçlamaktadır. Aşırı akım röleleri, güç sistemlerinde arızaları tespit eden ve hasarı en aza indiren kritik koruyucu cihazlardır. Güç sistemlerinin güvenliğini sağlamak için koruma rölelerinin doğru seçimi ve ayarlanması önem arz etmektedir. ORC, bir elektrik dağıtım sisteminde röle çalışma süreleri ve ayarları, yük değişiklikleri ve bakım gereksinimleri gibi çok sayıda kısıtlamanın dikkate alınmasını içermektedir. Hasançelebi trafo merkezinin ORC sorunu için Fidan Gelişim Algoritması (Saplings Growing up Algorithm -SGA), Lig Şampiyonluk Algoritması (League Championship Algorithm - LCA), Genetik Algoritma (Genetic Algorithm - GA) ve Balina Optimizasyon Algoritması (Whale Optimization Algorithm - WOA) ile üretilen sonuçlar karşılaştırılmaktadır. Elde edilen sonuçlara göre, WOA’nın diğer optimizasyon algoritmalarına göre daha hızlı sonuçlar ürettiği görülmektedir.
Silopi Termik Santrali Yakınlarındaki Tarım Alanlarında, Farklı Uzaklık ve Derinlikteki Toprakların Bazı Ağır Metal İçeriklerinin Araştırılması
Authors: BİLİR Bedriye , YILMAZ Hava Şeyma , IRMAK Seyyid , DOĞAN Mikail
Published: December 2023

Silopi Termik Santrali Şırnak ilinde bulunmaktadır ve yakıt olarak asfaltit kullanmaktadır. Santral bacalarından çıkan emisyonlar çeşitli faktörlere bağlı olarak bölgeye dağılma ve toprakta birikme ihtimali taşımaktadır. Bu durum topraktaki bazı ağır metallerin (Cr, Ni ve Cd gibi) konsantrasyonunu arttırabilmektedir. Bu çalışmada, tarımın yoğun olarak yapıldığı santrale yakın alanlardan alınan toprakların bitki tarafından alınabilir (ekstrakte edilebilir) ve toplam ağır metal içeriklerinin belirlemesi amaçlanmıştır. Silopi Termik Santraline yakın 7 farklı uzaklık sınıfı (U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, U6 ve U7) ve her sınıfta 3 farklı noktadan 21 adet ve 0-30 cm ve 30-60 cm olmak üzere iki farklı derinlikten toplam 42 adet toprak örneği alınmıştır. Toprak örneklerinde bitki tarafından alınabilir, krom (Cr), nikel (Ni), kadmiyum (Cd), kobalt (Co) ve kurşun (Pb) belirlenmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda ekstrakte edilebilir (mg kg-1); Cr 0.11-0.29, Ni 0.4-1.71, Cd 0.02-0.1, Co 0.17-0.39 ve Pb 0.82-2.37 toplam (mg kg-1); Cr 22-55, Ni 56-102, Cd 0.6-0.7, Co 41-51 ve Pb 69-93 aralığında değişmektedir. Toprakların istatistiksel olarak (p
Aktivitas Fisik dalam Olahraga Taekwondo
Authors: Setiawan Fathiyyah Rhamadania , Arief Kania Luwindawati Ainur , Suhardi Cindy Dwi Ananda , Fua’din Ahmad
Published: December 2023

This journal explores the role of physical activity in the context of Taekwondo, a martial art originating from South Korea. With a name derived from the use of empty-hand and kicking techniques, Taekwondo has gained global popularity as a sport encompassing martial arts, competition, and physical endurance. The research employs a descriptive research method to provide a comprehensive overview of physical activity in Taekwondo without manipulating variables. The study delves into various kinesiological aspects such as muscle strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination, which constitute the primary focus of Taekwondo training. Additionally, the journal underscores the significance of modern technology, such as tools measuring kicking power and motion sensors, in analyzing and monitoring athletes' physical activity. Both internal and external factors, including age, fitness level, experience, training environment, equipment, and weather conditions, are also considered due to their significant impact on physical activity in Taekwondo. Overall, a profound understanding of this physical activity is not only relevant to athlete development but also holds broad implications in the context of public health, physical education, and sports development at large.
Finalitas Yesus Sang Mesias dan Juruselamat Menurut Analisis Teks Yohanes 14:6
Authors: Karlau Sensius Amon
Published: December 2023

Abstrak: Finalitas Yesus sebagai Tuhan dan Juruselamat ditantang sebagian kalangan pada zaman gereja mula-mula. Hal yang sama masih dilakukan saat ini untuk mereduksi finalitas Yesus menjadi bersifat deisme sosial yang terapeutik. Mereka menyesuaikan sosok dan karya Yesus dengan berbagai keinginan pada zaman modern yang plural dan sekuler. Maka dari itu, metode hermeneutik disertai pendekatan analisis yang bersifat eksegetik serta didukung review literatur digunakan untuk mengeksplorasi teks Yohanes 14:6. Ditemukan bahwa ἐγώ εἰμι; egō eimi menunjuk kepada Yesus selaku Sang Mesias yang karya-Nya melampaui keinginan dan persepsi imajinatif yang subjektif. Lagi pula, analisis leksikal dan sintaksis serta tafsiran teologis mempertegas kebenaran dan finalitas Yesus sebagai satu-satunya Juruselamat. Bahkan, hanya Dialah ἡ ὁδὸς; hē hodos yakni Sang Jalan yang mampu mewujudkan Kebenaran sejati dan Hidup kekal bagi manusia pada setiap saat melalui relasi perichorecis dan mutual indwelling dengan Allah Bapa.
Covid-19: A breeding ground for academic dishonesty
Authors: van Eck Michele
Published: December 2023

The initial response to the early stages of the lockdown precipitated by Covid-19 was for institutional legal education to shift to an online teaching and learning platform, which exposed many barriers to online teaching and learning within the socio-economic fabric of South Africa as well as the rise of academic dishonesty in online assessments. Three broad groups of academic dishonesty in assessments are highlighted. The first being test-cheating and collusion (referred to as “crowdsourcing”), in which two or more students work together to complete an assessment. The second takes the form of plagiarism which is advanced by the practice of “copying-and-pasting” in assessments. Finally, academic dishonesty can occur in the form of “contract cheating” where the assistance of third parties is solicited in completing an assessment. Although academic dishonesty is not something new, Covid-19 created the perfect breeding ground for academic misconduct in which not only the online teaching and learning environment was a situational temptation ready for exploitation but the pandemic itself impacted students’ day-to-day lives and academic success largely due to the socio-economic conditions in which students found themselves. The contribution considers potential responses to academic dishonesty and takes a moralist stance to addressing academic dishonesty by drawing on principles from Aristotelian value-based ethics. In doing so, it is found that a moralist stance is not necessarily out of step with the South African Qualification Authority’s learning outcomes for the Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) and that of the values and requirements for successful participation in the legal profession. In this, ethics is practiced and reinforced by past conduct, which is reflective of future conduct. Therefore, institutional legal education should respond decisively and effectively to academic dishonesty which may include applying traditional disciplinary actions but should be precipitated by a pervasive and integrative approach to ethics education within the curriculum, which includes general ethics (or value-based ethics), legal ethics (a sub-branch of general ethics and reflective of professional accountability) and finally also techno-ethics (which relates to the ethical conduct expected of students within an online environment). It is only by equipping students with the necessary competencies and ethical courage that they will have the moral fortitude to overcome the temptation of academic misconduct in one small individual victory at a time.
Capital y educación musical: Análisis desde la controversia
Authors: Angel-Alvarado Rolando
Published: December 2023

El capital se entiende como los elementos materiales y simbólicos que se valoran socialmente y que son acumulados por las personas, lo que da lugar a brechas sociales porque el capital no se acumula de manera justa y equitativa en la población. El presente estudio busca analizar el capital musical y sociomusical desde las visiones del capitalismo y el Capitaloceno, pues se fundan en la acumulación de todo tipo de capital. En este sentido, se realiza un análisis deductivo desde el método comparativo constante, lo que implica procesos de categorización y codificación. Los resultados dan cuenta que la educación musical se concibe como productora y producto del capitalismo, pues se ha desarrollado a partir de la propiedad privada, los medios de producción y el lucro como incentivo comercial. Esto afecta paralelamente a los ecosistemas debido a que las materias primas para las actividades musicales se recogen de la naturaleza. Se concluye que el capitalismo en la música no es malo per se, pues las prácticas musicales otorgan innumerables beneficios al desarrollo de la personalidad humana y la vida en comunidad. Sin embargo, hay también mermas de carácter social debido a que la estructura sistémica da lugar a desigualdades, estereotipos y violencia. Se presentan implicaciones teóricas que servirían para profundizar el análisis.
PERGERSEREN KECENDRUNGAN PENGGUNAAN MEDIA TELEVISI KE MEDIA SOSIAL DALAM PEMENUHAN INFORMASI DIKALANGAN GENERASI DIGITAL NATIVE
Authors: Marlina Marlina , Siregar Nur Fitriani , Harahap Ade Khadijatul , Kadin Rahmat
Published: December 2023

Penelitian yang melibatkan 20 koresponden yang merupakan generasi digital native dengan karakteristik tidak lekang dari media dan kecanggihan teknologi juga merupakan hgenerasi yang bertumbuh selaras dengan perkembangan era digital yang serba instan dan cepat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menunjukan apa factor penyebab bergesernya kecendrungan pengguna media televise kearah media sosial terutama dikalangan digital native, dengan menggunakan teori uses and gratification menunjukan bahwa ada empath al yang menyebkan bergesernya kecendrungan pengguna media dikalangan generasi digital native dalam menggunakan media televisi; yaitu kebutuhan kegunaan, bahwa kegunaan media bukan hanya untuk memenuhi kebutuhan informasi akan tetapi lebih dari pada itu seperti ekspresi diri dan pengembangan kemampuan diri. Kegunaan lainnya adalah dapat mengidentifikasi tokoh atau sesorang yang ingin kita ketahui jatirinya. Selanjutnya adalah proses kegiatan dalam media sosial termasuk unik dan memiliki kelebihan tersendiri, sehingga pengguna media televisi akan cenderung berbalik kecendrungan kearah media sosial. Dan yang terakhir adalah menunjukan kegiatan sosial yang tidak terbatas hanya kepada orang yang kita kenal saja, akan tetapi dapat lebih baik dari pada itu seperti mencari sahabat lama, atau mendapatkan sahabat baru yang sesuai keinginan dan type pengguna media tersebut.Kata kunci : Pergeseran Kecenderungan, media televisi, media sosial
Mangrove Management Strategies through Conservation With a Collaborative Approach in Nigeria
Authors: Mihautiate Siomuisuolia
Published: December 2023

This study uses descriptive statistics to assess changes in mangrove cover in Nigeria and finds an overall loss of -2.15%. Regional differences show that Region C has had a more marked decline (-3.75%). Urbanization (-0.68) and aquaculture expansion (-0.45) have negative associations that are consistent with global trends and highlight the challenges posed by human activity. A positive correlation (0.28) with average temperature is surprising because it points to a complex relationship. Comparisons with earlier research emphasize regional differences while highlighting recurring global tendencies. It is advised to use customized conservation tactics, taking into account the unique difficulties of each context. The resolution of the picture is limited, and for a more thorough understanding, socioeconomic elements should be included in future studies. This research adds to the conversation about Nigerian mangrove conservation.
Profil Lemak Darah Ayam Gaok dengan Penambahan Vitamin C pada Kondisi Cekaman Panas
Authors: Ahmad Andra Wahyuda  , Dadik Pantaya  , Gayuh Syaikhullah  , Niati Ningsih
Published: December 2023

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui profil lemak darah ayam Gaok pada kondisi cekaman panas dan dengan pemberian vitamin C pada pakan. Penelitian ini menggunakan 32 ekor ayam Gaok (16 ekor jantan dan 16 betina). Penelitian menggunakan rancangan acak kelompok faktorial (RAKF) pola 2x2 dengan 4 ulangan. Faktor pertama adalah cekaman panas (S0 = tanpa cekaman panas, S1 = dengan cekaman panas) dan faktor kedua adalah vitamin C (V0 = tanpa vitamin C, V1 = diberi vitamin C 500 ppm). Parameter profil lemak dalam darah yang diamati meliputi kadar kolesterol, kadar LDL, kadar HDL dan kadar trigliserida dalam darah. Data hasil uji lemak darah dianalisis menggunakan Analysis of Varian (ANOVA) dan apabila terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan dilakukan uji lanjut dengan menggunakan uji Beda Nyata Terkecil (BNT) taraf 5%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa interaksi antara cekaman panas dan vitamin C tidak memberikan pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap profil lemak darah yang meliputi kadar kolesterol, Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL), High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) dan trigliserida. Faktor cekaman panas secara nyata dapat meningkatkan kadar kolesterol dalam darah, dan faktor perlakuan vitamin C berpengaruh nyata menurunkan kadar HDL dalam darah ayam Gaok. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah tidak adanya interaksi yang signifikan antara vitamin C dan cekaman panas terhadap profil lemak darah ayam Gaok.
The Younger Generation and the Future of Agriculture
Authors: Nisa Suriani  , Yoanna Pusvita Sari  , Fitri Handayani  , Helmi Noviar
Published: December 2023

Sektor pertanian merupakan penyediaan bahan pangan yang sangat dibutuhkan terutama untuk keberlangsungan hidup, manusia membutuhkan makanan sebagai sumber energy dalam tubuh untuk melakukan aktivitas. Sektor pertanian adalah penggerak bagi sektor lainnya, dan sebagai penyediaan lapangan pekerjaan. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang menentukan terjadinya perubahan struktur demografi akibat menurunnya minat generasi muda untuk berpartisipasi dalam kegiatan di bidang pertanian. Dengan pendekatan tinjauan sistematis melalui metode deskriptif naratif dan meta analisis. Hasil kajian penulis terhadap literature terkait pertanian dan generasi muda diperoleh duapuluh tiga artikel ilmiah. Cakupan pembahasan dalam pasal-pasal tersebut tidak hanya mencakup Indonesia, tetapi juga negara-negara lain, seperti China, Jepang, Thailand, Korea, dan lain-lain. Hasil analisis tinjauan menunjukkan bahwa faktor ekonomi dan sosial mempengaruhi penurunan minat generasi muda untuk bekerja di sektor pertanian. Faktor ekonomi adalah pendapatan, keterbatasan lahan, margin keuntungan yang rendah, tingkat pendidikan generasi muda yang lebih baik, faktor yang dominan terjadi di Indonesia. Sedangkan faktor sosial ditemukan dalam diskusi terkait citra bekerja di bidang pertanian, keluarga, lingkungan dan dukungan pemerintah. Jika masalah ini tidak teratasi, maka akan berdampak pada jumlah pekerja atau kelompok kerja muda yang tidak cukup untuk meneruskan kegiatan proses produksi pangan yang dilakukan oleh kelompok tua. Terakhir, meningkatnya jumlah lulusan di berbagai jurusan tidak dibarengi dengan peningkatan daya tarik bekerja di sektor pertanian. Indonesia merupakan negara yang bertumpu pada sektor pertanian. Oleh karena itu, terobosan dan program kebijakan yang komprehensif di sektor pertanian perlu segera dilakukan.
The Pengaruh Ekstrak Metanol Tembakau (Nicotiana tabacum L.) terhadap Kejadian dan Intensitas Serangan Hama pada Pertanaman Cabai Merah (Capsicum annum L.)
Authors: Yoseph Pratama Lumban Tobing  , R. Arif Malik Ramadhan  , Nasrudin Nasrudin
Published: December 2023

Tanaman cabai merupakan salah satu komoditas penting di Indonesia. Salah satu faktor yang menyebabkan menurunnya kuantitas dan kualitas tanaman yaitu hama. Pengendalian hama yang saat ini diterapkan masih terfokus pada penggunaan pestisida sintetik yang memiliki berbagai dampak negatif. Pestisida nabati merupakan pestisida yang bahan dasarnya terbuat dari tumbuhan, penggunaan pestisida nabati diharapkan dapat menjadi solusi alternatif dalam menekan serangan hama pada tanaman cabai dengan dampak negatif yang rendah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui tingkat efektifitas ekstrak metanol daun tembakau terhadap kejadian dan intensitas serangan hama pada tanaman cabai. Rancangan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini ialah Rancangan Acak Kelompok (RAK) dengan 5 perlakuan dan 4 ulangan. Perlakuan yang diujikan dalam penelitian merupakan ekstrak metanol daun tembakau dengan konsentrasi A1 (0%), A2 (0,5%), A3 (1%), A4 (2%), A5 (4%). Masing-masing perlakuan terdiri dari 4 tanaman sehingga didapatkan 80 unit percobaan.  Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlakuan A5 memiliki hasil yang lebih unggul pada parameter jumlah daun terserang dengan nilai serangan paling rendah yaitu 2,37%. Parameter intensitas serangan terbaik ditunjukkan oleh perlakuan A5 dengan nilai dari 0% di 2 MST sampai 1,81% di 11 MST. Perlakuan A4 dengan konsentrasi ekstrak metanol daun tembakau 2% memperoleh hasil tinggi tanaman paling baik yaitu 14,31 cm pada 2 MST dan 45,44 cm pada 7 MST. mulai dari 14,25 cm di 2 MST sampai 45,44 cm di 7 MST dan jumlah daun tertinggi sebanyak 11,21 helai di 2 MST hingga 56,87 helai di 11 MST dibanding dengan perlakuan kontrol sebanyak 10,44 helai di 2 MST hingga 52,81 helai di 11 MST.