bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La figure du labyrinthe entre philosophie, art et littérature
Authors: Scalco Diego
Published: March 2024

The Figure of the Labyrinth between Philosophy, Art and Literature

The aim of this article is to draw analogies between the Prisons by Piranesi and The Castle by Franz Kafka in the light of the figure of the labyrinth. In these specific cases, the architectonics (as a pseudo- arrangement of perspective planes) and the plot (as a factitious connection between action sequences) enclose the illusion of depth and the impression of duration in the vicious circles of the lines of rupture and of the missed events, respectively. The Piranesian atopic topic (from atopos, « out of place ») and the Kafkaesque apraxic practice (from apraktos, « inconclusive ») are both based on unsurpassable antinomies and, in this particular respect, seem to revive Zeno of Elea’s paradoxes of motion and Diodorus Cronus’ aporia of becoming, which Gottfried W. Leibniz considers to be two labyrinths.
Born in the Reiwa Era: The Reflection of Contemporary Events in Japanese Given Names
Authors: Barešová Ivona
Published: March 2024

The selection, or creation, of a Japanese given name is often an elaborate process inspired by particular ideas about the named individual, the time or circumstances of birth, and aspirations for his or her future life. An important criterion for some parents is to choose a name which is socially appealing and interesting, e.g., evoking a significant current event. One such event immediately reflected in the names of newborns in the twentieth century was the beginning of a new era, when a new emperor ascended the throne. This paper discusses and illustrates on particular examples the influence of the Taishō (1912–1926), Shōwa (1926–1989), and Heisei (1989–2019) eras on subsequent given name selections and more closely analyses the more muted influence of the current Reiwa era, which began on May 1, 2019, after the abdication of Emperor Akihito. It explores the various manifestations of the era change in a sample of names bestowed in 2019 and attempts to explain this recent phenomenon in the context of the major changes in name selection and trends over the last several decades.
Les prénoms traditionnels bulgares au début du XXIe s. La tradition revient-elle?
Authors: Choleva-Dimitrova Anna
Published: March 2024

This is a corpus-based study, founded on official data derived from the National Statistical Institute (NSI) in the Republic of Bulgaria. The basic tasks to complete are as follows: analysing (statistically and linguistically/etymologically) the names of the newborns from a 10-year period (2008–2018); the comparison between the data valid for the biggest city in Bulgaria Sofia, with those observed in Plovdiv where the name-giving tradition is supposed to be more conservative. Over the last few years, there has been an increasing parental interest in naming their children with names from the folk tradition. Besides the invasion of a huge number of foreign names, one of the most pronounced tendencies of the Bulgarian anthroponymic system is the return to traditional names and especially the preference for two-base, complex names. A prominent trend in naming boys is to give them the names of famous historical figures – the most preferred are those of rulers. Two tendencies in the development of our anthroponymic system are clearly outlined: on the one hand a return to the historical past, but on the other an uncritical borrowing of foreign personal names. Which trend will prevail? The future will show.
Hungarian Family Name Typology and the Question of Onomastic Dialects
Authors: Fodor János N.
Published: March 2024

Similar to common words, the spatial division of proper names is a natural by-product of linguistic change. During the process of language change, the influence held by territoriality can be demonstrated (to differing degrees) within the total linguistic system; the existent dialects that emerge as a result of this influence thereby justify the separate examination of linguistic levels. The international study of geonomastics emphasizes the connections and correlations between dialects and proper names. A question still remaining for researchers to answer is whether the territoriality of proper names is merely the result of dialectological properties, or if a deeper process is at work: do names indicate a different level of name dialects? In opposition to its earlier definition, in this case “onomastic dialect” does not refer to one particular name’s isogloss, but rather to regional onomastic units. This investigation concluded that territoriality exerts a fundamental influence on the name types found in a given language’s surname system. The paper introduces some name typological, regional differences found in the Hungarian name system as analyzed by the Atlas of Historical Surnames in Hungary (AHSH) Project. Analytical measurement methods (Bray-Curtis dissimilarity, clustering) was applied in this investigation. I found that in the Hungarian surname system, regional groups of surname types can be distinguished, which can actually be considered as “surname dialects”
Les surnoms dans quelques villages de Maramureș, Roumanie
Authors: Ioaneș Gabriela-Sînziana
Published: March 2024

Cette recherche se propose d’identifier et de classer en catégories, les surnoms présents dans quelques villages de Maramureș, Roumanie. L’enquête réalisée dans ces villages, nous a donné environ deux cents surnoms présents chez quelques habitants, car il y a des individus qui n’en ont pas. Nous analysons le facteur déclencheur de l’attribution des surnoms que l’on a retrouvés, leurs sens et signification, de même que la continuité et la variation des surnoms à travers le temps. Après notre démarche méthodologique, une enquête sur le champ, nous avons remarqué l’influence des minorités qui ont cohabité avec les Roumains, c’est-à dire les Juifs avant la Deuxième Guerre Mondiale, les Roms et aussi les Hongrois, qui ont influencé la population locale pour attribuer des surnoms spécifiquement juifs, roms ou hongrois, aux Roumains. Nous réalisons ensuite une classification des surnoms selon le domaine auquel ils font référence : les animaux et les oiseaux ; les activités pratiquées ; selon un défaut physique ; selon une histoire amusante ou selon la confession. De plus, nous étudions l’âge le plus fréquent pour donner ou recevoir un surnom, le sexe dominant, celui qui est le plus vulnérable devant un surnom, l’ethnie (minorités ou Roumains), ainsi que l’ouverture de la communauté vers les minorités, pour savoir s’ils donnent des surnoms les uns aux autres ou s’ils préfèrent les attribuer seulement entre les membres de la même nationalité.
The Chinese Horoscope and Personal Naming
Authors: Kałużyńska Irena
Published: March 2024

The Chinese culture and tradition includes the belief that a person’s constitution and fate are predetermined by the person’s Eight Characters indicating the year, month, day and hour of a person’s birth, with each pair consisting of two appropriate cyclical signs drawn from two sets: Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches. The Eight Characters are also connected with the 12 symbolic Chinese Zodiac animals and the Five Elements of the universe, i.e. Metal, Wood, Water, Fire and Earth. Therefore, giving the appropriate name to a person can secure that person’s favourable constitution and fate. The method of forming Chinese given names discussed here is based on the 12 symbolic animals of the Chinese Zodiac. The symbolic animals are: the Rat, the Ox, the Tiger, the Rabbit, the Dragon, the Snake, the Horse, the Goat, the Monkey, the Rooster, the Dog and the Pig. This method of naming combines information about the named person’s birth with references to the specific features of the symbolic animal in order to influence the person’s horoscope. Additional discussion deals with some language strategies adapted by the above-mentioned method to specifically name people born in the Year of the Rat. The method considers the lexical meaning of names and their formal aspects, such as forms of Chinese characters and the meaning of individual graphical elements that make up the Chinese characters used to write the name.
Are Japanese Disyllabic and Bimoraic Given Names Feminine?
Authors: Mutsukawa Masahiko
Published: March 2024

The present study focuses on Japanese disyllabic and bimoraic given names and considers three questions: (a) Are Japanese disyllabic and bimoraic names feminine? (b) Do disyllabic and bimoraic names with the structure “feminine first syllable + masculine last syllable” sound feminine? (c) Are there any other phonological gender differences that have not been reported in the literature? I have been working on gender in Japanese given names and have reached the conclusion that Japanese disyllabic and bimoraic given names are weakly feminine (Mutsukawa 2008). That is a hypothetical conclusion, however, and it is not clear how native speakers of Japanese judge the gender of Japanese disyllabic and bimoraic given names. Therefore, I conducted two questionnaire surveys for this study. By analyzing the results of these surveys, the present study concludes that the answer to question (a) is “Yes” and the answer to question (b) is “No” and that one candidate for masculine first syllable, seven candidates for masculine last syllables (among them two strong ones), and thirteen candidates for feminine last syllables (among them nine strong ones) are observed. None of the candidates have been reported in the literature.
Foreigners in the Bulgarian Anthroponymic System: Non-traditional Variants of Traditional Given Names?
Authors: Petkova Gergana
Published: March 2024

Nowadays, a very fashionable trend can be observed for parents to choose so-called international names for their newborn children. This is done in the hope that their descendants will avoid challenges in the future if they wish to settle down in a foreign country. Actually, this tendency is widely practiced not only by Bulgarians but also by all Europeans. It is the reason why most parents in Bulgaria prefer universal, atypical variants of given names perceived as traditional for our onomasticon by the common people. Their motivation is to make sure that the children will have no difficulties adapting to an external culture, where appropriate. The present text aims to study that tendency in the official statistical data for a 10-year period (2008–2018). The objective is to compare the findings for Sofia – the capital of Bulgaria, with those observed in the smaller town of Veliko Tarnovo; this is due to the fact that every new fashion starts in the largest city of the country while in smaller settlements the name-giving tradition is generally more conservative. The research is part of the “Personal Names in Bulgaria in the Beginning of 21st Century” project developed by scholars from the Institute for Bulgarian Language, the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Onomastic Section.
Semantic Typologies of Lexically Transparent Setswana Personal Names
Authors: Ramaeba Goabilwe Nnanishie
Published: March 2024

African personal names, particularly those in Sub-Sahara, are generally motivated by external forces like the circumstances surrounding the family at the time of the pregnancy or the birth of the child. Consequently, these names are often lexically transparent as they derive from the vocabulary of the language, as well as the culture and traditions of the societies they exist in. Sub-Saharan naming practices therefore have a distinctive pattern because they reflect their societies, an observation made by Bangeni and Coetser (2000) regarding Xhosa names. Naming in these societies, including that of Botswana, is a well-structured process with the names deriving from semantic categories that are influenced by the local traditions. This article examines the meanings and motivations behind Setswana’s lexically transparent names. The data for this paper comes from a PhD study, which analysed 1,995 Botswana names and categorized them into 19 semantic categories. Six of these categories which have proven to be the most common in the data are outlined and discussed: situational names, which derive from events and situations around the pregnancy and the birth of the child, symbolic names and the names which derive from names of common objects of symbolic meaning, activity names, God-related names, occupation and position in society names, and virtue names. This analysis indicates that Setswana names are a direct reflection of the culture, traditions, and the overall structure of their communities.
Lettische Familiennamen deutscher Herkunft
Authors: Siliņa-Piņķe Renāte
Published: March 2024

Due to historical circumstances, the German language has had a large impact on Latvian surnames. Surnames of German origin constitute the second largest group of Latvian surnames – after those of Latvian origin. Unfortunately, this group is not yet adequately researched; most publications on Latvian surnames discuss those of Latvian origin. This article offers an insight into surnames in Kurzeme, a region of Latvia. The particular group under analysis are the surnames of German origin registered in Kurzeme in the 1935 census. This group is rather heterogenous, and the etymologies of some surnames have several hypothetic versions. In many surnames, German nouns or adjectives are easily recognizable, e.g., Apfelbaums < German Apfelbaum ‘apple-tree’, Langzāms < German langsam ‘slow’, or Veiss < German weiß ‘white’. For many of them, there exist corresponding German surnames as well. Many of these surnames are compounds, often with a second component such as -bahs (< German Bach ‘brook’), -bergs (< German Berg ‘hill’), -dorfs (< German Dorf ‘village’), -felds (< German Feld ‘field’), -šteins (< German Stein ‘stone’) and -tāls (< German Tal ‘valley’). There are hybrid compounds, too. Among them, there is a specific group with the second component -sons (< German Sohn ‘son’), because t hey rarely have corresponding G erman surnames. Their first component often is a Latvian first name, and they seem to have arisen during the period when Latvians were assigned their surnames.
Names in Contemporary Lithuanian: Valued Qualities and Their Changes
Authors: Sinkevičiūtė Daiva
Published: March 2024

Due to the diversity of bases and meanings, Lithuanian names of the 20th and 21st centuries derived from personal features form a separate group of onyms. Their bases are adjectives with the following meanings: Dimension (aukštas ‘tall’), Age (jaunas ‘young’), Value (gražus ‘beautiful’), Color (margas ‘motley’), Physical property (garsus ‘loud’), Human propensity (drąsus ‘bold’), Speed (greitas ‘fast’), and Qualification (teisus ‘right, righteous’). The variety of Physical property and especially Human propensity adjectives from which names were derived grew during the period under study. This indicates a tendency to give names related to features of human character. Nevertheless, by the end of the 20th century and in the 21st century the semantic aspect of a name is not the main factor in naming a child: tradition and other factors are more important. The most common names came from features that reflect external and, more often, internal beauty. The features expressed in names can be considered as the parents’ wishes for their children, at least in part. Peace, beauty, mercy, simplicity, chastity (purity) are important for Lithuanians. The importance of dignity, nobility of mind and joy has been evident since the middle of the 20th century. However, the most popular onyms’ personal features do not reflect the qualities most valued by Lithuanians: diligence and hospitality. Both have been changing in the 21st century. Changes are also affecting the structure of names derived from personal features at the end of the 20th century and in the 21st century: an increase in the number of short names and a decrease in the number of suffixed ones. This shows that the names derived from personal features reflect the changes in the formation of Lithuanian names.
Phonetische Adaptionen fremder Namen in ausgewählten Sprachen
Authors: Skoczek Robert , Strauß Sabine , Voigt Steffen
Published: March 2024

Phonetic adaptations of foreign names in selected languages Abstract Foreign names frequently occur in public language use. The technical possibilities of information transmission and globalization both contribute to their rapid spread. The same events are reported on simultaneously in various countries. As a consequence, foreign names from the source languages appear in the national textual environment of the respective target languages. Observations in audio-visual mass media show that foreign names are adapted in different ways in various countries. On one hand, these names can be pronounced in a similar way as in the source language, on the other hand, they can also be brought into line with the target language to a greater degree. These adaptations are not arbitrary, but are determined by linguistic as well as extralinguistic factors, leading to the establishment of rule-based phonetic forms of foreign names. This article presents the results of an explorative study. It aims to present different concepts of adaptation as well as to illustrate them using examples of foreign names in Spanish, Dutch, and Russian. Regarding this topic, it is necessary to consider, for example, the roles of phonological differences between the source and the target language, of the transliteration and inflection of a name as well as the role of codified pronunciation principles and of language policy. In Spanish, the principle of the national origin of foreign names is prevalent. Compensatory adaptations can be observed in foreign names or with foreign sound sequences. In Dutch, a graphemic-phonic adaptation concept can be established. This concept is mainly based on native Dutch grapheme-phoneme correspondences, but also on those of the better-known foreign languages. The Russification of foreign names is primarily shaped by the transliteration convention. Accordingly, the first step of adaptation is the phonic-graphemic one and the second the graphemic-phonic one.
Differences in the Applicability of Female and Male Names in the Historical Study of the Cults of Saints
Authors: Slíz Mariann
Published: March 2024

The paper demonstrates the usability of historical given name corpora in the research of saints’ cults, with special emphasis on the methodological consequences of gender differences. The small number of historical female name data compared to the male ones is a well-known fact in historical anthroponomastics. Moreover, female names were significantly less likely to become surnames. However, it is less evidently acknowledged how much these differences can complicate (and, in some historical periods, eliminate the possibility of) the onomastic examination of the cults of saintly women in comparison to that of men. The differences between the applicability of the two groups of names by gender are shown by actual examples, comparing the onomastic results with information on the actual state of the cults of saintly men and women in question. The interpretation of the name data covers the aspects of historical changes, as well as social and geographical variances in the frequency of the actual given names and surnames. The analysis is based on Hungarian historical personal name corpora from the Middle Ages (the author’s corpus from the 13th–14th centuries), the Early Modern Period (the Atlas of Historical Surnames of Hungary, 1715) and the Modern Period (the database of official family name changes, 1815–1932).
Gender Aspects of Contemporary Russian Unconventional Nomination (Based on Nicknames Coined in Gender-Homogeneous Groups)
Authors: Tsepkova Anna
Published: March 2024

The paper explores the ways the gender of the nominee and the nominator impacts contemporary nicknaming practices. The analysis is based on data collected from 2014 to 2021 from school, college and university students based in Novosibirsk, Russia. The analysis mainly focuses on the two largest subsamples characterized by gender homogeneity of the participants of a nicknaming act, namely, nicknames, given by males to males (46%) and those bestowed by females onto females (29.4%). Quantitative and interpretational analyses of motivational and connotative aspects of unconventional nomination in the two subsamples shows that Russian nicknaming practices conform to traditional concepts of masculinity (dominance, confidence, largeness, strength, assertiveness, directness, aggressiveness, emotional restrain) and femininity (subordinance, diminutiveness, fragility, vulnerability, emotionality, affection, flexibility, compliance), despite changes in gender roles and gender identities observed in contemporary societies. Keywords nickname, gender, unconventional anthroponym, motivation, connotation
Are Traditional Bulgarian Names Still Prestigious at the Beginning of the 21st Century? A Survey on Contemporary Bulgarian Baby Names
Authors: Vlahova-Angelova Maya
Published: March 2024

It has been argued that in modern Bulgarian society, two specific groups of names are considered prestigious – those borrowed from a foreign language and a small number of names recognized as old, historical names, believed to be “genuine Bulgarian names” (Konstantinov, 1987). In addition, a certain share of traditional Bulgarian names are regarded as non-prestigious: those that are connected to Bulgarian folk traditions and beliefs. However, naming patterns in Bulgaria are still quite conservative. According to recent empirical studies on motives for name giving, commemorative naming remains the leading practice among Bulgarians. Considering this contradiction, the present study aims to investigate how popular some traditional Bulgarian names have been in the first two decades of the 21st century. More precisely, it focuses on a particular group of names – defined as “domestic” ones – Bulgarian in their origins and related to folk traditions, e.g., Denitsa, Radka, Svetlozara; Radostin, Zdravko, Miroslav, etc. Special emphasis is placed on analyzing the frequency of different name formation types and formants. This enables the identification of the most preferred names, on the one hand, and of the formation types still productive in the contemporary Bulgarian anthroponomasticon, on the other. Finally, some important inferences are made about the prestige those names have in modern Bulgarian society.
Content Integrated Language Learning- A Sustainable Approach for Language Learners
Authors: Pareek Ritu
Published: March 2024

Content Integrated Language Learning (CILL) is an educational approach that intertwines language acquisition with subject-specific content. This paper delves into the realm of CILL from an Indian perspective, considering the diverse linguistic and cultural landscape of the country. The unique challenges and opportunities presented by India’s multilingual context are explored, shedding light on the potential benefits and complexities of implementing CILL within the Indian educational framework. Through a thorough examination of relevant literature, this abstract aims to provide insights into how CILL can be harnessed to enhance language proficiency and subject comprehension, catering to the demands of an increasingly interconnected world.
Organising for Change
Authors: Roth Silke , Saunders Clare
Published: March 2024

Based on decades of research, this book explores global social change processes through the concepts of social change organisations (SCOs) and social change makers (SCMs) - the individuals working within and alongside SCOs.
Analisis Stabilitas Keuangan dan Tekanan Eksternal Terhadap Kecurangan Laporan Keuangan dengan Pendekatan Teori Keagenan
Authors: Vista Yulianti  , Dian Sulistyorini Wulandari  , Siti Sopiah
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of Financial Stability and External Pressure on Financial Statement Fraud. The independent variables used in this study are Financial Stability and External Pressure, while the dependent variable is Financial Statement Fraud. This study uses secondary data. The population in this study are manufacturing companies in the food and beverage sector listed on the Indonesian stock exchange for the 2019-2021 period, totaling 26 companies. Determination of the research sample using purposive sampling technique in order to obtain a sample of 18 companies that meet the requirements. The data analysis method used is the classical assumption test, multiple linear regression analysis, and hypothesis testing. Based on the results of the study, it shows that the Financial Stability and External Pressure variables partially have no effect on fraudulent financial reporting and Simultaneously Financial Stability and External Pressure have no effect on fraudulent financial reporting.
Development of 3D Augmented Reality Based Learning Media as an Effort to Improve the Quality of Literacy in High Schools
Authors: Rassyi Sultan Fakhrur , Isro'ullaili Isro'ullaili
Published: March 2024

The development of globalization requires countries to develop technology in various aspects of life. Quality education is one of the highlights, because it is the key to solving various ongoing problems, including students' low interest in literacy, especially digital literacy. This research aims to produce solutions for learning Indonesian at the high school level through the application of Augmented Reality (AR) technology developed by Gratise. Inc. The application of AR in Indonesian language learning is considered minimal and relevant, especially in increasing interest and quality of learning. The concept of this application will focus on providing language detectors, Indonesian folklore, and expert information in the language domain. The objectives of developing this application are: (1) Make it easier for students to utilize technology in learning, (2) Improve the quality of educational devices, and (3) Improve the quality of student exam results in learning Indonesian in high school. Through the development of 3D AR-based learning media, it is hoped that it can make a significant contribution to increasing student literacy in high school.
The Extent of Acquisition of Digital Marketing Skills Among Business Education Students in Colleges of Education for Economic Development in Anambra State
Authors:   Department of Business Education Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe., S. Okeke Dr. Chinwe
Published: March 2024

The study examined the extent of acquisition of digital marketing skills among business education students in colleges of education for economic development in Anambra state. Two specific objectives and corresponding research questions guided the study. The study was strictly descriptive. The population of the study was 214. This comprised 400 and 300 level bus education students of NOCEN and FCETU as at 2022/2023 academic session. The study made use of 5% of the entire population which is 107 respondents. Thus, a proportional sampling method was used to select the sample. A 20 items self structured questionnaire was designed and validated by two business educators. The content consistency of the instrument was carried out using test retest study and through comparison using Pearson Product Moment Correlation, a coefficient of 0.28 was obtained. Data analysis was done using cluster mean and standard deviation. Findings revealed that business education student have acquired digital content and social media marketing skills but to low extent. Based on the findings, it recommended that lecturers who handle marketing course and digital marketing courses should improve on their digital skills in order to be able to expose the students as well as social medial platform to promote their marketing concepts.
An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Digital Financial Service (DFS) in Promoting Financial Inclusion (FI) among Low-Income Households
Authors:   ., MELA SAMSON LAMELA
Published: March 2024

Financial inclusion, characterized by access and usage of formal financial services, is a critical driver of economic development and poverty reduction. In Nigeria, a country with a large population of unbanked and underbanked individuals, adoption of Digital Financial Services (DFS) presents a promising avenue for expanding financial inclusion among low- income households. This study focused on evaluating the effectiveness of DFS for promoting financial inclusion among low-income households in Jigawa State, North-West Nigeria. Using a mixed-methods research approach, this study comprehensively assessed the impact of DFS on financial inclusion indicators. The research draws from a representative sample of low- income households in Jigawa State, examining utilization of DFS platforms, perceptions of the benefits and challenges associated with these services. Findings indicate notable increase in financial inclusion among low-income households in Jigawa State following the introduction of DFS. Factors contributing to this positive trend include improved convenience, reduced transaction costs, and increased financial literacy. However, challenges related to digital literacy (complexity) and trust in digital platforms (perceived risk) persist and need to be addressed to maximize the impact of DFS. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse on financial inclusion and digital financial services by providing empirical insights specific to the Jigawa State context. The outcomes of this study are expected to inform policymakers, financial institutions, and DFS providers on strategies for further enhancing the reach and effectiveness of digital financial services in promoting financial inclusion among low-income households not only in Jigawa State but also in similar regions across Nigeria and beyond.
Bundo Kanduang Accounting; An Exploratory Study of the Implementation of Household Accounting in the Minangkabau Matrilineal System
Authors:   Master of Accounting Study Program, Bina Nusantara University, Jakarta, Indonesia 11530, Patricia Patricia , Hermawan Marko S ,   Lecturers in the Master of Accounting Study Program, Bina Nusantara University, Jakarta, Indonesia 11530
Published: March 2024

This research aims to determine the role of women in managing household accounting in the Minangkabau matrilineal system. This research method uses qualitative methods. This qualitative research was designed using a phenomenological approach. The research location is at Pasar Raya Padang, Padang City, West Sumatra. The informants in this research were 10 "manggaleh mudo" housewives who were married and had children along with 2 traditional community leaders who came from the Padang nagari (KAN) traditional density. The instrument used by researchers for informants is interviews. This research uses a purposive sampling technique to determine informants. The data source is primary data. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews with informants until all the information required by the researcher was met. Data analysis techniques use the Miles and Huberman model, namely data reduction, data display, and conclusion, drawing, verification. The research results found that nowadays, apart from economic factors, Minangkabau women are encouraged to "manggaleh mudo" to participate in helping their husbands with their household finances. Another factor is to improve the quality of the family by improving their children's education, saving for old age, wanting to make a contribution to their hometown, neighbors and close relatives, to leave an inheritance for their children and grandchildren. The contribution of the mother's "manggaleh mudo" income to the household economy is greater than the husband's income. But in reality, according to the recognition of all Minangkabau people, the income of a wife or mother from "menggaleh mudo" is only as additional income, not as the main income. From a budgeting perspective, we can see that Minangkabau women budget with the aim of ensuring peace in old age, social prestige, and providing services to family members. From a recording perspective, Minangkabau women always pay attention to time and use it effectively and efficiently and will never waste time in vain. So many of them do not have time to record their household finances in writing but rather verbally. However, there are also some of them who apply record keeping because Minangkabau women have a tenacious nature, are hard workers and are always optimistic. In terms of decision making, the Minangkabau people highly value "consensus" with their husband
Análise do processo de pensamento e intervenção pedagógica de treinadores de ténis: Desenho e va-lidação do protocolo de uma entrevista
Authors: Pacheco Wanderlei , Nunes Walter Jacinto , Carreiro da Costa Francisco
Published: March 2024

A investigação qualitativa centra-se em aspectos não quantificáveis ​​da realidade observada e a sua qualidade exige que os instrumentos utilizados para recolher informação sejam válidos e cumpram critérios de credibilidade, transferibilidade, fiabilidade e confirmabilidade. Este artigo descreve as etapas de construção e validação de um instrumento de análise do pensamento e da ação do treinador de tênis, no âmbito de um projeto de pesquisa qualitativa focado nos seguintes aspectos: fontes de informação; adequação do conhecimento; planejamento e intervenção pedagógica. A versão provisória do protocolo de entrevista foi elaborada a partir da análise da literatura sobre o tema da pesquisa. O protocolo foi então submetido à análise semântica. Numa terceira etapa, seis juízes especialistas em pedagogia esportiva e treinamento esportivo avaliaram a validade aparente e de conteúdo do protocolo, alcançando índice de concordância de 86%. Por fim, foi realizado um estudo piloto com
Palavras-chave: pensamento do treinador; entrevista; estudo de validação; treinador; tênis
Obesidad infantil en estudiantes de educación primaria en Puno, Perú (Childhood obesity among elementary school students in Puno, Peru)
Authors: Chui Betancur Heber Nehemias , Puño Canqui Luis Guillermo , Romero Yapuchura Yesly Yulisa , Pérez Argollo Katia , Chura Cahuana Samuel Álvaro , Condori Castillo Wido Willam
Published: March 2024

El estudio muestra que los hábitos de vida saludable son el conjunto de prácticas alimentarias, de higiene, cuidado personal, autorregulación, relaciones interpersonales, actividad física y descanso que nos ayudan a vivir una vida más saludable. El propósito de este estudio fue determinar los factores que inciden en la obesidad infantil de los estudiantes de edad escolar de la región de Puno-Perú. Esta investigación adoptó un enfoque cuantitativo, de tipo no experimental, con un diseño explicativo correlacional. En este estudio participaron 315 estudiantes de 9 a 13 años de las cuales 195 fueron mujeres (61.9%) y 120 varones (38.1%); seguidamente, se utilizó el modelo de regresión lineal múltiple para examinar la asociación de la obesidad infantil, con los hábitos de vida saludable, actividad física, horas de internet y horas de TV. Para evaluar las correcciones, se empleó la correlación de Pearson. Los resultados muestran los coeficientes estandarizados β, en donde indican que los buenos hábitos de vida saludable (β = -0,353; p<0.001) y la actividad física (β = -0,362; p<0.001), fueron los factores que más influyen de manera negativa en la obesidad Infantil (modelo general: R2 = 0,720; p < 0,001). En conclusión, los hábitos de vida saludable son imprescindibles para mantener el control sobre la obesidad infantil.
Palabras claves: Actividad física, hábitos de vida saludable, uso de horas de internet, uso de horas de TV, obesidad infantil.
 
Abstract. The study demonstrates that healthy lifestyle habits encompass a range of practices, including eating habits, hygiene, personal care, self-regulation, interpersonal relationships, physical activity, and rest, that promote a healthier life. The aim of this study was to identify the factors that contribute to childhood obesity in school-age students in the Puno-Peru region. This research employed a quantitative, non-experimental approach with a correlational explanatory design. A total of 315 students between the ages of 9 and 13 participated in this study. Of these, 195 were female (61.9%) and 120 were male (38.1%). A multiple linear regression model was used to examine the association between childhood obesity and healthy lifestyle habits, physical activity, hours of internet use, and hours of TV. Pearson's correlation was used to evaluate the results. The standardized β coefficients reveal that good healthy lifestyle habits (β = -0.353; p<0.001) and physical activity (β = -0.362; p<0.001) had the greatest negative impact on childhood obesity (general model: R2 = 0.720; p < 0.001). In conclusion, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits is essential for controlling childhood obesity.
Keywords: Physical activity, healthy lifestyle habits, use of internet hours, use of TV hours, childhood obesity.
Vôlei em Rede, Leões do Vôlei e AVP Social do Voleibol em foco: as percepções dos professores sobre os projetos
Authors: Weiss Ferraz de Oliveira Alessandra , Lima Moraes Letícia Cristina , Marchi Júnior Wanderley
Published: March 2024

Os projetos e programas sociais desportivos vêm despertando interesse de investigadores, alguns pesquisadores defendem essas iniciativas com base na promoção de valores e atitudes positivas. Por outro lado, existem análises críticas que interpretam essas ações como produtos de um modelo governamental neoliberal. A presente investigação tem o objetivo de analisar a dinâmica de funcionamento dos projetos sociais de voleibol, desenvolvidos em Curitiba/PR, a partir da perspectiva dos professores(as) que atuam nessas instituições. A pesquisa foi de natureza qualitativa e de cunho exploratório, e os dados coletados através de entrevistas semiestruturadas com os(as) professores(as) mais experientes e os mais recentemente incorporados em cada projeto: AVP Social de Voleibol, Leões do Vôlei e Vôlei em Rede. Como resultados, a partir de análises fundamentadas no quadro teórico de Pierre Bourdieu, foi possível observar que os(as) docentes envolvidos(as) são dotados de habitus condizentes com a estrutura em que desenvolvem seu trabalho, apresentando discursos que estão alinhados com os objetivos dessas instituições. Ademais, esses profissionais, muitas vezes, possuem a expectativa de assumir cargos maiores na instituição, que geralmente são obtidos de acordo com o tempo em que permanece na mesma. Por fim, este estudo possibilita uma reflexão sobre como as normas, sejam elas explícitas ou implícitas, dentro dessas instituições desempenham um papel crucial na orientação dos projetos e nas ações dos professores.
Palavras-chave: Programas Sociais de Voleibol; Prática Profissional; Políticas Públicas; Pierre Bourdieu; Sociologia do Esporte.
Characterizing clinical patterns of physical therapy activities for post-stroke spasticity in stroke rehabilitation: looking into the “Black Box”
Authors: Afzal Binash , Rabiya Noor
Published: March 2024

Physical therapy is considered to be an adjunctive therapy for the management of post-stroke spasticity. The insight of this study is to observe the current clinical practices of rehabilitation for post-stroke spasticity. For this purpose, an observational cross-sectional study was conducted. Data was collected by a standardized therapy documentation form for spasticity management. Fifty physiotherapists filled out that form. Almost all of them used subjective measures (modified Ashworth scale) for spasticity assessment and functional independence measure for level of independence. Readings were taken in the first, second, and third blocks of six-hour duration. Results showed that 42 (83.5%) physiotherapists measured spasticity at the initial session, while 47(94.6%) reported various multiple rehabilitation treatment preferences for spasticity management. Disparities exist in therapeutic management for post-stroke spasticity throughout rehabilitation which are mainly based on physiotherapists’ clinical expertise.
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Friction Stirs Processing - State of The Art Process to Fabricate Metal Matrix Composites
Authors: Harmish Bhatt  , Patel Kundankumar
Published: March 2024

Friction stir processing(FSP) is the solid state method to fabricate the surface metal matrix composites(MMC). This process has been derived from the concept of Friction stir welding. As this process is performed in solid state, many defects related to phase transformation can be avoided. As this process is done below the melting point temperature of metal or alloy, it is easier to control the process. Machine variables (tool rotational speed, tool traverse speed, tool tilt angle etc.), tool design variables (diameter, profile and height of probe and shoulder of the FSP tool), and material properties are the main process variables to perform FSP in order to fabricate Metal matrix composite. In addition to these variables number of passes, tool traverse patterns, reinforcement particles’ content and its’ types also can be considered as process variables. Tribological properties’ comparison can be done between alloy and MMC fabricated by FSP for different combinations of process parameters. Microstructural study also can be carried out in order to see the effects of above process parameters. In this paper the above aspects are summarized and performance assessment done by various researchers has been covered.
Prospects for small business development in the context of its interaction with big business
Authors: Кислицына Л.В. , Иванова В.И. , Минасян А.Х.
Published: March 2024

Развитие малого бизнеса является одной из приоритетных задач настоящего времени. Его роль в экономике невозможно переоценить. Создание рабочих мест, мобильность и гибкость в части реагирования на изменения рыночной конъюнктуры являются отличительными признаками этого формата бизнеса. Основные резервы развития малого предпринимательства кроются в государственной поддержке по различным направлениям. При этом актуальность представляет взаимодействие малого бизнеса с крупным, обладающим значительными финансовыми ресурсами и имеющим выход на рынок капитала. Возможности данного взаимодействия постоянно увеличиваются в условиях появления новых форм финансового взаимодействия, таких как, например, аутсорсинг. Именно аспекту финансового взаимодействия малого и крупного бизнеса посвящена настоящая статья. Ее содержание может быть полезно для начинающих предпринимателей, а также для домохозяйств, рассматривающих формирование и развитие бизнеса как способ инвестирования и сбережения личного капитала.

The development of small businesses is one of the priorities of the present. Its role in the economy cannot be overstated. Job creation, mobility and flexibility in responding to changes in market conditions are hallmarks of this business format. The main reserves of small business development lie in state support in various areas. At the same time, the actual direction may be the interaction of small businesses with large, possessing significant financial resources and having access to the capital market. The possibilities of this interaction are constantly increasing in the context of the emergence of new forms of financial interaction, such as, for example, outsourcing. This article is devoted to the aspect of financial interaction between small and large businesses. Its content may have utility for aspiring entrepreneurs, as well as for households considering the formation and development of a business as a way to invest and save personal capital.
Examining the relationship between the atherogenic index of plasma and coronary plaque burden: insights from a retrospective intravascular ultrasound analysis
Authors: Erdoğan Aslan , Özkan Eyüp
Published: March 2024

Aims: In the context of coronary artery disease development, inflammation and lipid metabolism play significant roles. This study explores the link between the Atherogenic Index of Plasma (AIP) and plaque burden in intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) examined patients.

Methods: A retrospective analysis included seventy-six consecutive IVUS patients from June 2020 to May 2023. AIP, calculated as the log of plasma triglyceride divided by high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, measured atherogenicity. Plaque burden, a percentage, was determined by dividing the total plaque area by the total vessel area. Multivariate regression and Spearman’s correlation analyzed the relationship between AIP and high plaque burden.

Results: The median age was 59 years, with 72.4% males. Univariate analysis identified age, diabetes mellitus (DM), smoking, and AIP as plaque burden predictors. Multivariate analysis showed AIP (OR=1.53, 95% CI:1.12-2.02, p=0.021) and DM independently predicted high plaque burden (OR=1.03, 95% CI:1.01-1.45, p=0.044). Spearman’s correlation indicated a positive correlation between AIP and high plaque burden (rho: 0.682, p
Ethical Considerations in the Development and Deployment of AI Systems
Authors: Konidena Bhargav Kumar , Malaiyappan Jesu Narkarunai Arasu , Tadimarri Anish
Published: March 2024

Purpose: Complex artificial intelligence algorithms may make it hard to understand how they reach certain conclusions or decisions. Lack of transparency raises concerns about bias, discrimination, and opacity, all of which may detract from trust in AI systems. Businesses and developers should prioritize creating AI systems that are easy to understand and explain so that users can understand the reasoning behind their results. Second, fairness and nondiscrimination are fundamental principles. It is possible for AI systems to unintentionally provide biased or unfair outcomes by reinforcing or amplifying biases already seen in training data. Make sure that AI systems are trained on diverse and representative datasets and that they are tested for bias often; this is of the highest significance.

Materials and Methods: By analyzing the co-occurrence of keywords, we can see that there are recurring themes when it comes to AI ethics. These topics include big data, social value, algorithms, and ethical aspects.

Findings: Critical works that have had a major impact on the field may be found using citation analysis. The results shed light on how AI ethics is always changing as a result of several factors coming together, such as the social effect of technology and the management of stakeholders.

Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Researchers, legislators, and practitioners may all benefit from the study's findings, which will help direct the development of AI in a way that is ethical and consistent with human values.
Osmanlı Genç Dernekleri ve Cumhuriyet'e Mirası
Authors: Avcı Orhan
Published: March 2024

Osmanlı Genç Dernekleri, Birinci Dünya Savaşı yıllarında Harbiye Nezareti'ne bağlı bir müfettişlik olarak kurulmuştur. Enver Paşa'nın savaş yıllarında oluşturduğu kurumlardan biri olarak Genç Dernekleri, silah altına alınmadan önce gençlere askerî eğitim görmelerini sağlama amacına yönelik bir faaliyet alanı vardı. İmparatorluğun 1916'dan itibaren mevcut sınırları içerisinde 12-17 yaş arasındaki erkek çocuklara "Gürbüz", askerlik çağına kadar olan gençlere de "Dinç" adının verildiği bir örgüt oluşturuldu.

Bu çocuklar ve gençler belirli beden eğitimi hareketleri yanında özellikle Dinçler askerî eğitimin temellerini askerlik hizmetine girmeden öğrenmekteydiler. Böylece askerlik çağı gelen ve bu teşkilatın içerisinde eğitilmiş gençler askerlik hayatına daha kolay ve daha çok bilgi ile dahil olabileceklerdi.

Birinci Dünya Savaşı boyunca Genç Dernekleri Müfettişliği, Alman Albay von Hoff ve Selim Sırrı Tarcan'ın çalışmalarıyla amacına uygun bir faaliyet sergilemiştir. 1917'den itibaren yayınlanan dergisi ile de dikkat çeken Osmanlı Genç Dernekleri Müfettişliği, kuruluş amacına uygun bir yaklaşımı Cumhuriyet Türkiyesi'ne miras olarak aktarmıştır.