bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diversity Training is Just Teaching
Authors: Lai Calvin K. , Drake Rebecca Grace , Beatty Jennifer Frances
Published: September 2023

Diversity trainings are efforts to teach about issues related to diversity in instructional contexts. These educational programs vary greatly in approach and scope. While some trainings merely seek to raise awareness about bias, others aim to empower trainees with the motivations and skills necessary to reduce social inequality. In this chapter, we show how conceptualizing diversity training as teaching brings clarity to when diversity trainings will “work”. We discuss how straightforward predictions of whether a diversity training will succeed can be made by examining a diversity training’s educational goals, educational content, teaching practices, and the educational needs of its trainees. Finally, we close with recommendations that diversity training researchers and practitioners can apply right now to teach diversity better.
Industrial Policy and the Great Divergence
Authors: Juhász Réka , Steinwender Claudia
Published: September 2023

We discuss recent work evaluating the role of the government in shaping the economy during the long 19th century, a practice we refer to as industrial policy. We show that states deployed a vast variety of different policies aimed at, primarily, but not exclusively, fostering industrialization. We discuss the thin, but growing literature that evaluates the economic effects of these policies. We highlight some fruitful avenues for future study.
The Legal Design of Domestic MLA procedures in Southeast Europe: A Comparative Analysis of Serbia, North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Tomic Slobodan , David-Barrett Elizabeth
Published: September 2023

The chapter explores the domestic legal design of Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) procedures, analysing individual forms of MLA such as extradition of suspects or convicts, takeover or surrender of prosecution, and execution of foreign judgments. The analysis compares legislation from three countries in Southeast Europe: Serbia, North Macedonia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. It examines whether two key components of legal design, namely (i) the discretion granted to institutions within the criminal justice system and political establishment and (ii) the presence of checks and balances systems within MLA procedures, have a positive or negative impact on MLA policy in practice. The analysis reveals that, although the three countries share many similarities in their legal arrangements pertaining to MLA procedures, there are some variations in specific forms of MLA, in terms of the discretion granted to domestic actors and the presence of checks and balances within the procedure. The findings show that significant discretion given to specific actors within the MLA policy can pave the way for harmful practices such as arbitrariness, uneven application of the law, and potential political abuse. The study also highlights the value of incorporating built-in checks and balances within the MLA procedure to ensure accountability and mutual control mechanisms, confirming that, where such mechanisms are not present, appropriate accountability and control safeguards are missing, enabling potential abuse of power or neglect in handling the MLA procedure. At the same time, it emerges that these checks and balances, whether they include internal review mechanisms, joint decision-making models, and/or approval powers ('de facto vetoing'), should not be excessive or burdensome to avoid obstructing the MLA processes.
The Robotic Herd: Using Human-Bot Interactions to Explore Irrational Herding
Authors: Verginer Luca , Vaccario Giacomo , Ronzani Piero
Published: September 2023

We explore human herding in a strategic setting where humans interact with automated entities (bots) and study the shift in the behavior and beliefs of humans when they are aware of interacting with bots. The strategic setting is an online minority game, where 1,997 participants are rewarded for following the minority strategy. This setting permits distinguishing between irrational herding and rational self-interest—a fundamental challenge in understanding herding in strategic contexts. Moreover, participants were divided into two groups: one informed of playing against bots (informed condition) and the other unaware (uninformed condition). Our findings revealed that while informed participants adjusted their beliefs about bots' behavior, their actual decisions remained largely unaffected. In both conditions, 30% of participants followed the majority, contrary to theoretical expectations of no herding. This study underscores the persistence of herding behavior in human decision-making, even when participants are aware of interacting with automated entities. The insights provide profound implications for understanding human behavior on digital platforms where interactions with bots are common.
Birth weight, maternal education, and NEET status in young adulthood: Evidence using sibling fixed-effects
Authors: Eskelinen Niko , Salonen Laura , Kotimäki Sanni , Lindberg Matti , Härkönen Juho
Published: September 2023

Young people neither in employment nor in education or training (NEET) are at risk of long-term exclusion and poorer wellbeing. Besides individual costs NEET has a significant social and economic costs for the society. Using register data on Finnish birth cohorts born in 1987–1992, we compared the risk of being NEET at ages 21–27 between those born with very low birth weight (VLBW, <1500 g), low birth weight (LBW, 1500–2499 g), and normal birth weight (NBW). We further studied whether the effect of birth weight varies by maternal education. Poisson regression with sibling fixed-effects was used to reduce the confounding bias caused by unobserved family background factors.Results showed that LBW was related with an incidence rate ratio (IRR) of 1.27 (95 % CI 1.17–1.38) and VLBW with an IRR of 2.04 (95 % CI 1.69–2.47) to NEET status, compared to NBW. The associations between birth weight and NEET status did not vary by maternal education.Findings indicate that those born with LBW and especially VLBW are more likely to be NEET during young adulthood, demonstrating that perinatal health also matters for more disadvantaged socioeconomic outcomes. These adverse effects are not buffered by resources related to maternal education.
Listening again: Affective intensities in academic peer collaboration. 39th EGOS Colloquium, July 7-9, 2023, Cagliari, Italy.
Authors: Pallesen Eva , Resch Bernhard , Hoyer Patrizia
Published: September 2023

In this paper, we explore academic peer collaboration through an embodied sensemaking lens, thereby emphasizing the affective and embodied layers of collaboration as expressed through passion and intimacy, but also discomfort and vulnerability. Building on the work of Diprose (2019) and Merleau-Ponty (1964), which frames dialogue as genuinely sensible, material and corporeal, we focus on the role of vulnerability, hesitation and resonance in dialogue as we argue for the importance of ‘listening again’ (Heddon, 2017) in the context of collaboration. Empirically, we analyze the affective intensities in our own peer collaboration process, both in the context of writing this paper, but also along the participation in a workshop series, a conference visit and writing retreat. Looking at the affective implications of listening again in collaboration, we argue that micro-attunement of embodied sensemaking is crucial for cultivating an ‘affective commons’ (Waters-Lynch and Duff, 2021) as an underappraciated resource to strive for a ‘good life’ in light of major societal challenges.
Individualisiertes und selbstgesteuertes Lernen. Richtige Ansätze zur Förderung von sozial- und bildungsbenachteiligten Kindern und Jugendlichen?
Authors: Kelber-Bretz Wilhelm
Published: September 2023

Individualisiertes und selbstgesteuertes Lernen sollten – so weit wie möglich – regelmäßige Bestandteile und wichtige Ziele des Alltagsunterrichts sein. Aufgrund meiner langjährigen Erfahrungen möchte ich jedoch die Anregung geben, sich bei benachteiligten Schüler*innen von allzu starren, einseitigen und durchgängig freien Formen des Lernens zu lösen. Eine erfolgreiche Schule sollte im normalen Unterricht eher vielfältige Methoden und Konzepte mit durchaus festen Vorgaben und Inhalten anwenden. Die Lehrkraft muss dabei mehr sein als nur ein*e Lernbegleiter*in. Ergänzend sollten besonders im Profilunterricht, bei den Nachmittagsangeboten und speziellen Projekten eher offene Formen des Lernens durchgeführt werden. All diese Bausteine konzeptionell und praktisch zu verzahnen, kann zu Erfolgen führen.
Pengaruh Kualitas Produk, Atmosfer Toko, Lokasi, Dan Pelayanan Terhadap Loyalitas Pelanggan Pada Pizza Hut Cimone Tangerang
Authors: Meiliani Yonathan Fanny , Janamarta Suhen
Published: September 2023

Peneliti memiliki tujuan dalam penelitian ini yaitu apakah ada pengaruh kualitas produk(X1), atmosfer toko(X2), lokasi(X3), dan pelayanan(X4) terhadap loyalitas pelanggan(Y) pada Pizza Hut Cimone Tangerang. Penelitian menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan sampel sejumlah 121 responden.

Metode penelitian ini yang dipakai peneliti dalam menguji penelitian dengan uji validitas, realibilitas, uji asumsi klasik, uji multikolonieritas, heteroskedastisitas, regresi sederhana, berganda, koefisien determinasi, uji t juga uji f.

Berdasarkan hasil uji T dibuktikan yaitu kualitas produk(X1) terhadap loyalitas pelanggan(Y) memiliki Thitungnya 8.656, atmosfer toko(X2) terhadap loyalitas pelanggan(Y) memiliki Thitung 9.074, lokasi(X3) terhadap loyalitas pelanggan(Y) memiliki Thitung 10.330, dan pelayanan(X4) terhadap loyalitas pelanggan(Y) memiliki Thitung 9.565. Dimana ke 4 variabel ini > Ttabel (1.657).   

Untuk hasil uji F di tabel ANOVA dapat dibuktikan yaitu variabel kualitas produk(X1), atmosfer toko(X2), lokasi(X3), dan pelayanan(X4) diperoleh F hitung sebesar 32.347>2.45
Clinical profile of patients admitted with pericardial effusion in Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre, Kathmandu, Nepal
Authors: Neupane Keshab Raj , Simkhada Rabindra , Manandhar Reeju , Kansakar Subodh , Yadav Dharmanath , Kadel Arun , Kharel Sushant , Thapa Aashika , Shrestha Prinsa , Sahi Ravi
Published: September 2023

Background and Aims: Pericardial effusion is a common finding in every day clinical practice. It is caused by a range of local and systemic disorders, many of which could be idiopathic. Pericardial effusions can be acute or chronic. The etiology of pericardial effusion varies in different parts of the world and is related to the relative prevalence of different diseases.

Methods: This is a retrospective study where data from all the cases admitted with pericardial effusion in the SGNHC from January 2021 to December 2022 were included. Altogether 218 cases diagnosed with pericardial effusion established by Echocardiograpy were included. Evaluation for the cause of pericardial effusion was done. Iatrogenic (cardiac surgery, catheterization) and post-traumatic cases and age <15 years were excluded. Demographic profile, common causes, the presentation and the clinical outcome of the patients were documented.

Results: Majority of patients were aged between 56-75 years. Most common etiology of pericardial effusion was tuberculosis (56%) followed by heart failure (11%), Hypothyroidism (6.4%) and malignancy (5.6%). Tachycardia was the most common ECG finding in 152 (69.7%) followed by Low voltage ECG in 96 (44%). The most common clinical feature was breathlessness in 85% followed by tachycardia in 56% of the patient.

Conclusion: Tuberculosis, Heart Failure and Hypothyroidism were the common causes of Pericardial effusion with male predominance. Breathlessness was the most common presenting symptom.
Intrapericardial antibiotics and fibrinolysis to shorten course of antibiotics and prevent constrictive pericarditis in acute purulent pericarditis due to staphylococcus aureus
Authors: Sharma Neeraj , Karki Parag
Published: September 2023

Acute purulent pericarditis, although rare in modern antibiotic era, is a life-threatening condition requiring timely diagnosis and aggressive treatment modalities. We report a successfully treated previously healthy immunocompetent 23 years old male patient diagnosed as secondary acute purulent pericarditis caused by methicillin sensitive Staphylococcus aureus with a primary skin abscess. The patient initially presented with complains of fever, chest pain and occasional cough with no significant finding in clinical examination. Electrocardiography showed widespread ST elevation and echocardiography revealed fluid collection with echogenic floaters in pericardial space. Diagnostic pericardiocentesis was done and fluid showed growth of methicillin sensitive Staphylococcus aureus. The patient was managed with anti-inflammatory drugs, appropriate intravenous antibiotic for two weeks, therapeutic pericardiocentesis with intrapericardial vancomycin instillation and fibrinolysis with alteplase to prevent constrictive pericarditis and persistent purulent pericarditis. The patient was followed up in three months and was found to have no residual disease or complication.
RANCANGAN SISTEM PENYALIRAN TAMBANG DI PIT SECTION 2 PT ANDALAN ARTHA PRIMANUSA PADA WILAYAH IZIN PERTAMBANGAN PT BUDI GEMA GEMPITA KABUPATEN LAHAT, PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN
Authors: Fanani Muh MelfinZainul , Hartono Hartono , Winda Winda , Amalia Yasmina
Published: September 2023

Dalam merancang suatu sistem penyaliran tambang, hal pertama yang perlu diperhatikan adalah air yang disebabkan oleh adanya curah hujan. Air dalam jumlah yang berlebih dalam bukaan tambang akan menyebabkan terganggunya aktivitas penggalian, pemuatan, dan pengangkutan, makadari itu perlunya mempersiapkan rancangan sistem penyaliran tambang yang baik dan benar. Penelitian ini dilakukan di PT Budi Gema Gempita yang lokasinya berada di Kabupaten Lahat, Provinsi Sumatera Selatan. Penelitian ini dimaksudkan untuk mecancang sistem penyaliran tambang pada pit yang akan beroperasi kembali. Berdasarkan analisis data curah hujan selama 10 tahun (tahun 2012-2021), diperoleh nilai curah hujan rencana sebesar 109,21 mm/hari, intensitas curah hujan 20,55 mm/jam dengan periode ulang hujan 4 tahun. Terdapat 3 daerah tangkapan hujan dengan luas dan debit air limpasan masing masing, DTH I = 0,054 km2, 0,184m3/detik; DTH II = 0,374 km2, 1,282 m3/detik; DTH III = 0,223 km2, 0,764m3/detik. Hasil rancangan penyaliran tambang adalah sebagai berikut : sistem penyaliran menggunakan metode mine drainage dan mine dewatering, pembuatan empat saluran terbuka, ceruk yang terdapat pada pit bottom dengan volume 4067m3 dipompa menggunakan 1 unit pompa Doosan DB 180LB dengan debit maksimum pompa 1000 m3/jam dan pipa HDPE 10 inch. Kemudian dialirkan ke kolam pengendapan yang mempunyai volume total 4022 m3. Kolam pengendapan memerlukan perawatan dengan proses pengerukan yang dilakukan selama 123 hari sekali.
Determination of mTOR activity depending on donor age of mesenchymal stem cells isolated from adipose tissue
Authors: SARIKAYA Hayriye , ÖNDER Elif , ÇİL Nazlı , METE Ergun , ABBAN METE Gülçin
Published: September 2023

Purpose: Aging in living organisms is an inevitable physiological consequence. Cellular senescence occurs not only in cells that have completed their differentiation, but also in stem cells. Mammalian target of Rapamycin protein complex (mTOR) has an important role in cell growth and metabolism. mTOR, which plays an important role in cell proliferation, also regulates cellular aging and directs the bionergetic infrastructure. The aim of the study is to determine the mTOR expression of mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) obtained from adipose tissue depending on the donor age.

Materials and methods: 6-week-old pubertal rats were named Group 1 (n=6), 10-12-week-old reproductive period rats were named Group 2 (n=6), and 20-month-old rats were named Group 3 (n=6). MSC isolation was performed by primary explant culture method from adipose tissue taken from groups. Characterization and differentiation experiments were performed in MSC obtained. mTOR activity (mTORC1 and mTORC2) in MSC was determined by RT-PCR method. Caspase 3, 8, 9, Bax and Bcl-2 expressions were evaluated by RT-PCR method.

Results: In our study, it was determined that the highest expression of apoptotic markers was in Group 1 and the lowest expression was in Group 2. When mTOR expression was evaluated, mTORC1 was found to be highest in Group 2 and lowest in Group 1. mTORC2 expression in Group 1 was lower than in other groups. Although the expression of mTORC1 and mTORC2 in Group 3 was not as high as in Group 2, it was statistically significant (p
Genomas dos fungos Trichoderma lentiforme e Trichoderma camerunense e a interação na cultura do tomateiro e com fitopatógenos
Authors:   , Medeiros Carlos Alberto Albuquerque de
Published: September 2023

Fungos do gênero Trichoderma têm se destacado como agentes de controle biológico devido aos diversos mecanismos de ação como também pela relação simbiótica que mantêm com as espécies vegetais. Há um aprofundamento no estudo de sua biologia e de seu manejo agrícola, havendo ainda uma demanda de conhecimentos genômicos e taxonômicos deste fungo. Desta forma, foi proposto a obtenção dos genomas completos dos isolado 30/07 (T. lentiforme) e 19/17 (T. camerunense) e a verificação do efeito da inoculação destes fungos em tomateiros, em diferentes condições de plantio, quanto a promoção de crescimento e a interação com fitopatógenos. Foram utilizados dois substratos (Tropstrato e Vivatto) com diferentes efeitos nas plantas. A partir destas condições de plantio e após inoculação com Trichoderma, foram analisados os seguintes parâmetros em tomateiro: emergência das mudas e crescimento das plantas e indução da resistência contra doenças causadas por Fusarium oxysporum e Botrytis cinerea. Para a eficácia do sequenciamento, foram testados 3 métodos de extração de DNA: CTAB-brometo de cetiltrimetilamônio, DNeasy Plant Mini kit -QIAGEN e Wizard Genomic DNA Purification kit-PROMEGA. A obtenção dos genomas completos dos isolados foi realizada por meio da tecnologia Oxford Nanopore -MinION (sequências longas) e a plataforma NextSeq-Illumina. Os resultados dos ensaios de promoção de crescimento demonstraram que as condições de plantio podem influenciar diretamente no efeito do Trichoderma nas plantas, podendo ser positivo ou negativo. O tratamento prévio do Trichoderma nas plantas de tomateiro não foi eficaz contra a fusariose, mas teve um efeito redutor contra o mofo cinzento. O antagonista também não causou um efeito positivo na emergência das mudas. O método CTAB foi o mais eficiente na extração do DNA dos isolados de Trichoderma, mantendo maior concentração e preservando a molécula. O sequenciamento híbrido com as duas plataformas foi eficiente na obtenção dos genomas completos, que apresentaram tamanhos e conteúdos gênicos semelhantes aos de outras espécies do mesmo gênero já sequenciadas.
The Architect and Electrical Safety in Hospitals
Authors: Remus Paul D.
Published: September 2023

When we realize the numerous governmental and regulatory agencies, new types of systems and materials, and most importantly, advances in medical technique, it is difficult to assume that the structure housing the hospital of today and particularly the equipment therein, will provide the best patient treatment and safety tomorrow. Rather than present some helpful hints on everyday maintenance for safety, I would like to expand your thinking to include overall comprehensive planning for safety, thus providing you the ability to incorporate materials and methods within your buildings that as yet are not known. I speak not only of a totally new building, but alterations and additions to your present facilities. Even as small a project as a new ceiling, door or window! That new ceiling could provide a passageway for some system of the future; a system made mandatory or at least vitally necessary for the well-being and safety of the patient.
Advanced Age: A Case Report
Authors: McCoy Orlo G. , Colvin Merl G.
Published: September 2023

It will be the purpose of this paper to offer some comment and discussion on the aging process and to present a case report, together with autopsy findings, of a patient who died in his eleventh decade.
The Role of the Ophthalmologist in Dyslexia
Authors: Ridley Robert W.
Published: September 2023

The “dyslexic” child and his problems are receiving much attention by almost every stratum of our society. Professional, semiprofessional, ecclesiastic, intelligent lay, meddling do-good, and charlatanic groups are getting into the act. The medical-scientific community has heard enough cataclysmic blather and has begun to demand definition of terminology, syndromes, and treatment. Controlled studies, hard as they may be, must be accomplished to contradict, with no shadow of doubt, the advice of certain groups.
Scoping Review: Brachial Plexus Birth Injury (BPBI) and Gross Motor Function
Authors: Manji Inayah , Gardiner Sarah , Bellows Doria
Published: September 2023

Purpose:

Brachial plexus birth injury (BPBI) is a neonatal injury occurring in 1.24 in 1000 live births. The result of this injury on arm function is highly variable and has been the subject of many studies. However, the effect of BPBI on the development of overall gross motor function is less well studied. We aimed to synthesize the available literature on posture, balance and coordination, and gait in children with BPBI.

Method:

A scoping review was conducted by searching five databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PEDro, and Web of Science) and the grey literature for all study types related to our question. Studies unrelated to birth injuries, animal studies, and literature reviews were excluded. Three researchers independently screened the studies during two rounds of review (title/abstract and full-text).

Results:

Of the 2728 articles found, 16 articles were included. Overall, the average study quality was 0.90 out of 1.00. These studies suggest that observed postural deficits in BPBI are secondary to asymmetry rather than true scoliosis. Further, the asymmetrical nature of the injury results in both balance deficits and gait abnormalities when compared to healthy age-matched populations.

Conclusions:

The scoping review demonstrates that while there are obvious consequences to overall motor function and development in BPBI, these effects are likely under-studied. Further research should focus on understanding overall developmental differences in children with BPBI. Expanding on this information could possibly allow for earlier intervention, extended scope of physiotherapy, and better functional outcomes.
Prevalence of hyperuricemia among patients undergoing hemodialysis: Approach to understanding the risk factors
Authors: Atbee M.Y.N. Al , Hassan I.E. , Mnahi H.N. , Nassir H.A. , Yahya A.A. , Abdulbari Z.M.
Published: September 2023

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is closely associated with hyperuricemia. Elevated urate levels and hyperuricemia are common in patients with impaired renal function. Kidney replacement therapies, such as hemodialysis and kidney transplantation, are conventional treatment strategies for end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of hyperuricemia and investigate its correlation with demographic characteristics, clinical comorbidities, and biochemical parameters in patients undergoing hemodialysis.

Method. In this retrospective study, we assessed the prevalence of hyperuricemia in 102 hemodialysis patients at the Nephrology and Dialysis Department of Basra Teaching Hospital in Basra, Iraq. We recorded demographic characteristics, such as age and gender, and examined whether there was any correlation with hyperuricemia. Additionally, we assessed the association of hyperuricemia with clinical comorbidities like diabetes and cardiovascular diseases in these patients. Clinical chemistry and electrolyte parameters were analyzed using a high-performance serum work area platform, COBAS C 111.

Results. Among all the assessed biochemical parameters, magnesium showed a significant association with hyperuricemia in patients undergoing hemodialysis. We also found a statistically significant association between hyperuricemia and cardiovascular diseases in these patients. These findings underscore the significance of hyperuricemia as both a risk factor and a potential target for therapeutic interventions in managing these comorbidities.

Conclusion. This study highlights the importance of monitoring uric acid levels in patients undergoing hemodialysis to gain a more comprehensive understanding of their health, from the cellular to the organ level.
Diversity Problems in Students' Educational Backgrounds and Learning Program Policies of Arabic Language Education
Authors: Asse Ahmad , Putri Fani Fadhila , Fatimah Titin , Nursyam Nursyam , Faqihuddin Didin
Published: September 2023

The aim of this article is to analyze the problems of diversity in students' educational backgrounds and the policies of the UIN Datokarama Palu Arabic Language Education (PBA) learning program. The type of research used in this research is qualitative field research. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique uses the Huberman and Miles method. The results of the research show that the Arabic language learning problems faced by students of the Arabic Language Study Program (PBA) at UIN Datokarama Palu consist of language proficiency problems, psychological problems, and intellectual problems. The Arabic language study program policy is to manage these problems through the application of various learning methods and models, the provision of scholarships, and the formation of Arabic study groups. Through the application of various learning methods and models, language proficiency problems faced by students can be overcome. Meanwhile, providing scholarships is effective in overcoming the psychological problems faced by students. The formation of an Arabic study group is effective in overcoming language proficiency problems and intellectual problems.
PERANCANGAN IKON BANGUNAN BERSEJARAH DI SURABAYA
Authors: Dirgantara Satrya
Published: September 2023

Surabaya merupakan kota besar yang sedang berkembang dan kerap melakukan pembangunan Gedung serta tempat-tempat yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan perekonomian. Meskipun dikenal sebagai kota metropolitan, namun Surabaya memiliki banyak peninggalan bangunan bersejarah zaman kolonial yang masih kokoh berdiri hingga saat ini. Penelitian ini mengangkat 5 bangunan bersejarah di kota Surabaya untuk dirancang desain ikonnya. Bangunan tersebut antara lain Tugu Pahlawan, Balai Pemuda Surabaya, Balai Kota Surabaya, De Javasche Bank, dan Kantor Pos Kebonrojo. Tujuannya adalah untuk mengimplementasikan bangunan bersejarah ini dalam bentuk vector ikonik. Fungsi dari perancangan ini adalah untuk merancang bentuk simbolis berupa ikon dari bangunan bersejarah di kota Surabaya. Perancangan dilakukan melalui pengumpulan data berupa observasi, dokumentasi, dan studi Pustaka. Melalui perancangan ini, bangunan bersejarah di Surabaya dapat diimplementasikan kedalam bentuk ikon vector.
BATIK MALUKU: EKSPLORASI KEKAYAAN REMPAH-REMPAH MELALUI BATIK MALUKU
Authors: Alya Shopia Himatul , Kuncoroputri Sari Dewi , Pandanwangi Ariesa
Published: September 2023

Maluku terkenal dengan ketenarannya sebagai negara kepulauan penghasil rempah-rempah. Kekayaan rempah-rempah bukanlah satu-satunya kekayaan di Maluku. Maluku juga memiliki kekayaan budaya lain yang tidak kalah uniknya yaitu Batik Maluku. Kekayaan budaya dan kekayaan alam Maluku telah menginspirasi masyarakat setempat untuk mengaplikasikan keindahan visual rempah-rempah pada motif dan ornamen batik yang kemudian menjadi ciri khas Batik Maluku. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi aplikasi visual rempah-rempah pada kain batik khas Maluku. Sampel yang termasuk dalam penelitian ini adalah pembatik karya Maluku. Metode yang diterapkan pada penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan mempelajari ragam hias yang terinspirasi dari rempah-rempah khas batik Maluku. Hasil studi penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa batik Maluku sangat mewakili kearifan lokal masyarakatnya. Temuan lain dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa secara umum, motif batik dapat dipilah berdasarkan latar belakang sejarah dan budayanya. Kejayaan Maluku sebagai jalur perdagangan jamu dan rempah-rempah telah melekat dalam ingatan kolektif masyarakat Maluku. Salah satu kenangan kolektif tersebut diabadikan melalui batik Maluku.
EDUKASI PROTOKOL KESEHATAN (3M)
Authors: Anggara I Gede Adi Sudi , Yasa I Wayan Adi Putra , Pandawana I Dewa Gede Agung , Jayanegara I Nyoman
Published: September 2023

Pandemi akibat infeksi virus Corona baru (COVID-19) telah melanda dunia selama satu tahun terakhir. Jumlah kasus terkonfirmasi positif dan kematian meningkat dari waktu kewaktu. Pemberitaan mengenai hal ini  di berbagai media menimbulkan kegelisahan, kecemasan, atau kepanikan di masyarakat yang pada akhirnya dapat menimbulkan gejala psikosomatis. Gejala ini dapat ditanggulangi dengan teknik pengalihan yaitu melakukan segala yang disenangi. Selain itu, penerapan protokol kesehatan (3M) wajib dilakukan untuk menekan penyebaran kasus COVID-19. Edukasi mengenai protokol kesehatan (3M) perlu dilakukan secara terus menerus dengan memanfaatkan media baru yang sekaligus dapat mengatasi gejala psikosomatis. Game merupakan salah satu bentuk media baru tersebut. Game Attack of The Krona merupakani edukasi kreatif mengenai protokol kesehatan (3M) yang dirancang dengan metode design thinking. Game ini berkonsep platformer yang terdiri dari 1 level dengan 4 stage. Edukasi mengenai protokol kesehatan (3M) akan menjadi bagian dalam permainan sehingga edukasi dapat dilakukan dengan mudah, menarik serta menyenangkan. Game ini telah melewati pengujian blackbox mengenai fungsionalitas dari aplikasi serta ketajaman tampilan gambar pada berbagai perangkat smartphone yang digunakan untuk pengujian telah berjalan dengan baik. Dengan memainkan game ini, penyebaran informasi dapat dilakukan sedini mungkin agar perubahan perilaku dengan pelaksanaan protokol kesehatan dapat menjadi sebuah budaya dalam pencegahan berbagai penyakit kedepannya.

Kata Kunci: Game, COVID-19, Protokol Kesehatan, Edukasi Kreatif
How can we turn heat into useful energy using nanotechnology?
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka., Henadeera P. , Samaraweera N. , Ranasinghe C. , Wijewardane A.
Published: September 2023

In 1821, the German physicist Thomas Seebeck made a groundbreaking discovery that revealed the direct conversion of heat energy into electricity. He did so by bringing two different metals together and holding one end heated and the other end cooled. This process is famously known as the Seebeck effect. William Thomson, a British physicist later known as Lord Kelvin, further developed the concept of thermoelectric circuits and introduced the idea of a temperature-dependent voltage in a circuit made of two dissimilar metals. Lord Kelvin’s contribution to the field of thermoelectricity paved the way for various applications in temperature sensors, power generators, refrigeration, and cooling systems.
Integrating user psychology in road transport safety: a model for low and middle-income countries, based on Sri Lanka
Authors:   Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies, University of Sydney, Australia, Kandanaarachchi T. , Sugathadasa R. ,   2Department of Transport Management and Logistics Engineering, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Published: September 2023

Every person qualifies as a road user including you and me. This makes it a paramount interest to make our roads safe. It is unfortunate to accept that Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), which include Sri Lanka, account for 90% of road collisions that occur globally. These collisions account for 17.63 million serious injuries and deaths while costing LMIC economies 1.7 trillion USD amounting to 6.5% of aggregate annual GDP [1] which is significant enough to rethink the focus we have given towards improving road safety. One important piece of this multi-faceted problem is understanding the factors that contribute to road safety incidents. Though there are many models on road transport safety, only a few addresses the impact of user psychology and the contextual environment in LMICs on road safety. This article highlights the outcomes of a study that was conducted to develop a theoretical model integrating user psychology into road safety in LMICs using Sri Lanka as a case study.
Features of the Entrepreneurial University Model
Authors: DURIKHINA O.
Published: September 2023

The article considers the main approaches to the definition of the concept of “entrepreneurial university”, identifies the features of research and entrepreneurial activities in higher education institutions, the main problems of entrepreneurial university development. The main features of entrepreneurial universities are described on the example of the U.S. The main problems in the formation of entrepreneurial universities are identified. The global experience of entrepreneurial university formation is analyzed from the perspective of creating and developing entrepreneurial universities in Ukraine.

In the context of globalization of educational systems, increasing competition on the market of educational services, increasing requirements for the provision of educational services faced by educational institutions, there is a need to change and transform the paradigm of university behavior. The governments of many countries around the world are trying to move away from direct state funding for the education sector and attract support of investors and businesses. When exploring the structure of the global education area, it is important to emphasize that it is a complex and open system that is constantly transforming and evolving. The increasing competition between universities and countries has direct impact on ways and solutions aiming to expand the boundaries of their activities.
Classification of Reserves for Business Accounting Purposes
Authors: GRINENKO І.
Published: September 2023

Due to accumulation of reserves and their appropriate accounting and recording, business enterprises are allowed to increase assets, quickly respond on the occurrence of unpredicted costs and liabilities, and comply with the principle of business continuity. The classification of reserves as objects of accounting is the key to the sound recording and enclosure of information about them in the financial statements of a business enterprise. The research objective is to analyze and sum up classification criteria and types of reserves, and to develop recommendations on improvements in the classification of reserves for business accounting purposes.             

Approaches of Ukrainian authors to the classification of business reserves as an object of accounting are investigated. It is revealed that the researchers propose a wide range of the classification criteria. The most widespread classification criteria are compulsory accumulation, accumulation sources, and accumulation purpose. But the proposed criteria are diverse to the extent that the system approach to the recognition, valuation and recording of reserves cannot be applicable. The author’s approach to the classification of reserves by various criteria is proposed as a way to resolve the problems of constructing an accounting system for reserves as accounting objects and provide an appropriate information support for business enterprises. The types of reserves and classification criteria proposed by the author on the basis of the research can give multifaceted characteristics of the studied object, and can be used as a framework for accounting and recording of transactions related with accumulation and utilization of reserves.
Clinical and hemodynamic characteristics of patients with intermediate coronary lesions selected for elective percutaneous coronary intervention
Authors: Stan M.V. , Mikhaliev К.О. , Khokhlov A.V. , Zharinov O.J. , Todurov B.M.
Published: September 2023

The aim – to identify clinical, angiographic and hemodynamic factors, having impact upon the decision on percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in stable coronary artery disease (SCAD) patients with intermediate subepicardial coronary lesions, in clinical settings. Materials and methods. The cross-sectional single-center study analyzed clinical and instrumental data from 123 SCAD patients (mean age 62 ± 9 years; 90 (73.2 %) males) and intermediate (50–90 %) stenotic subepicardial coronary lesions (by invasive coronary angiography [ICA]). The enrolled sample included 74 (60.2 %) patients with an assessment of ICA-derived fractional flow reserve (FFR). The studied parameters were analyzed in the groups of decision not to perform (PCI(–); n = 30 [24.4 %]) and to perform PCI (PCI(+); n = 93 [75.6 %]). Results. The positive decision on PCI was more frequent in patients with stable angina ІII and ІI CCS class, as compared to those without angina (93 %, 79 % і 46 %, respectively; рtrend < 0.001). PCI was considered to be appropriate in all patients with FFR < 0.8 (46 of 74 (62 %) cases). The more advanced hemodynamic compromise of coronary lesions was associated with the higher maximum degree of coronary artery stenosis. Multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed a more pronounced coronary stenosis (at least, in one subepicardial coronary artery territory) was independently associated with the PCI(+) decision (stenosis 80–90 % vs. 70–79 %; 70–79 % vs. 60–69 %; 60–69 % vs. 50–59 %: odds ratio 26 (95 % confidence interval 8–87); р < 0.001). Conclusions. A degree of coronary artery stenosis was a key factor impacting upon a positive decision on PCI in SCAD patients with intermediate (50–90 %) coronary lesions. There is a need for the broader implementation of non-invasive diagnostic tests and the tools for a quantitative assessment of myocardial ischemia in patients with intermediate pretest probability of coronary stenosis, including those with previous PCI.
Experience of diagnosis and surgical treatment of cardiac myxomas
Authors: Vitovskyi R.M. , Isaіenko V.V. , Vitovskyi A.R. , Pishchurin O.A. , Grabarchuk V.V. , Satmari O.V.
Published: September 2023

The aim – to present the one-centre experience of surgical treatment with сardiac myxomas (CM) and features of the course of this disease. Materials and methods. During the period from January 1, 1969 to January 1, 2023, 1015 patients were operated for primary heart tumors. CM were found in 902 (88.9 %) patients, of which 793 (87.9 %) cases were myxomas of the left atrium. The age of CM patients ranged from 3 to 79 years (on average 48.4 ± 3.4 years), of which 653 (72.4 %) were in the age from 31 to 60 years. Malignant tumors were observed in 70 (6.9 %) cases. Results. Surgery of valvular lesions was performed in 75 (8.3 %) patients: in 15 (1.7 %) cases – valve prosthesis, in 55 (6.1 %) cases – repair surgery (25 – mitral correction, 30 – tricuspid valves, respectively) with a positive functional effect. 328 (36.3 %) and 77 (8.5 %) patients with CM had heart failure of III and IV functional classes NYHA, respectively, which often required urgent surgery. Hospital mortality in recent years was 0.2 % in the surgical treatment of CM. Conclusions. The issues of optimal tactics for patients with CM consist of urgent diagnosis and surgical intervention, which ensures the effectiveness of treatment of CM, which is confirmed by the data of long-term results. Patient survival up to 20 years was 79.7 %.
A modified technique for reducing the duration of ischemic time of the heart and myocardial reperfusion in multivalve correction combined with coronary grafting
Authors: Semeniv P.M.
Published: September 2023

The aim – to develop and put into practice a method of reducing the ischemic time of the heart during long-term cardiac surgery interventions.Materials and methods. A modified technique of coronary artery bypass grafting has been developed for combined operations that require a long time to clamp the aorta. The results of simultaneous correction of valve defects and coronary artery bypass grafting in 15 patients were analyzed. At the first stage, off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting was performed, followed by correction of valvular lesions.Results. The used technique requires more time to perform and is technically more difficult, but it allows to significantly reduce the ischemic time of the myocardium, which in turn will prevent heart failure and postoperative complications.Conclusions. The application of the technique proposed in the experiment has significant advantages in terms of the duration of artificial blood circulation and the ischemic time of the heart, which favorably affects its performance.
Studi Living Qur`An: Tradisi Khatam Al-Qur`An Pada Kematian Di Desa Lebuh Lurus Kecamatan Inuman Kabupaten Kuantan Singingi Provinsi Riau
Authors: Junita Junita , Efendi Yusrizal
Published: September 2023

The people of Lebuh Lurus Village, Inuman District, Kuantan Singingi Regency, Riau Province have a habit of performing khatam al-Qur`an at death. The focus of this research is: (1) what is the history of the khatam al-Qur`an tradition at death, (2) how is the practice of the khatam al-Qur`an tradition at death, and (3) what is the meaning of the khatam al-Qur`an tradition and in death for the local community. This type of research is field research with the Living Qur'an approach and is descriptive in nature. While the data collection techniques used are interviews, observation and documentation. The research results that have been obtained are (1) The tradition of khatam al-Qur`an at death in Lebuh Lurus Village is a tradition of the Syattariyah Order, whose history dates back to the time of Abdul Ra'uf Singkel (1615-1693 AD). One of his students was Sheikh Imam Saleh (1848-1933 AD) who spread this tradition in Inuman District. However, finally arriving in Lebuh Lurus Village, it was brought and developed by Ustadz Muhammad Thohir (1928-1991). recited 30 chapters of the Qur'an together for six consecutive nights. (3) This tradition is a form of action that is seen as good, so that it has a reciprocal effect of kindness on readers and people who have died, because they will get a reward from what is read.
Kajian Tafsir Berbahasa Gayo: Introduksi Atas Tafsir Al-Gayo Karya Abdurrahim Daudy
Authors: Zuhriyandi Zuhriyandi
Published: September 2023

Tema kajian ini mengeksplorasi tugas berkelanjutan untuk menemukan penafsiran al-Qur’an dalam sejarah keilmuan Muslim, dengan mempertimbangkan semua aspek historisitas. Tulisan ini bertujuan mengkaji al-Ga>yo, tafsir berbahasa Gayo karya Abdurahim Daudy, salah satu permata tafsir bahasa non-Arab modern pra kemerdekaan. Meskipun penafsirnya tidak begitu dikenal dalam komunitas eksegetis, penafsiran ini berbeda dari penafsiran Indonesia lainnya dalam beberapa hal penting. Penulis berusaha menjelaskan bagaimana cara kerja metode analisis teks penafsiran berbahasa Gayo. Hasil temuan menunjukkan bahwa struktur model tafsir bahasa Gayo yang mengutip beberapa ayat-ayat al-Qur’an dan ditafsirkan dalam bahasa Gayo. Hal ini merupakan sesuatu yang belum pernah dilakukan oleh penafsir lain sebelumnya. Karena tafsir-tafsir tersebut diciptakan oleh para aktivis Muhammadiyah pada masa pembaharuan keagamaan, maka nash-nash yang ditafsirkannya termasuk ajaran-ajaran dasar teologi Islam. Penafsiran yang ditulis oleh ulama dataran tinggi Gayo ini disebut-sebut sebagai orang pertama yang mengutip ayat al-Qur’an lalau ditafsirkan ke dalam bahasa Gayo.
Kelayakan Lead Apron sebagai Pelindung Paparan Radiasi Hambur
Authors: Asriningrum Surdiyah , Ardiana Ardiana , Muljana Hayat , Musrifah Musrifah , Ariyanto Firlianti Dewi
Published: September 2023

Background: Lead apron constitutes one of the radiation protection devices available in the Radiology Department which is normally used in diagnostic and intervention radiology examinations to reduce the scattered radiation originating from the patient. The purpose of this study is to determine the physical condition, care, and maintenance of the lead apron. Methods: This research was quantitative research with survey methods at the Radiology Department of Al Islam Hospital Bandung and Al Islam Polytechnic Laboratory, Bandung. Results: The results suggested that the lead apron test at the Radiology Department of Al Islam Hospital Bandung contained 1 apron that had a leak with the covering area of 6458.67 mm2 and had to be rejected. The lead apron test at Al Islam Polytechnic Laboratory in Bandung contained 1 apron that had a leak with the covering area of 8750 mm2 and it had to be rejected. Conclusions: The lead apron at the Radiology Department of Al Islam Hospital Bandung and Al Islam Polytechnic Laboratory had one leak apron with the covering area of more than 670 mm 2 and had to be rejected. It is necessary to pay attention to the placement of the lead apron so that the lead apron is in good condition and can be used according to its function.
MSCT Thoracolumbal Kontras pada Suspek Metastasis Tulang Belakang: Studi Kasus di Rumah Sakit Hermina Pandanaran Semarang
Authors: Puspitawati Margarita , Rochmayanti Dwi , Kartikasari Yeti , Sulaksono Nanang , Sudiyono Sudiyono
Published: September 2023

Background: MSCT is a routine imaging modality for detecting bone metastases. The use of 1.25 mm slice thickness reconstruction on Thoracolumbar MSCT examination at Hermina Pandanaran Hospital is different from preliminary studies. This study aims to determine MSCT Thoracolumbar contrast with 1.25 mm slice thickness and 3D reconstruction to produce information on anatomical images in suspected cases of spinal metastases. Methods: This research was qualitative with a case study approach. The respondents were 3 radiographers, 2 radiologists, and 1 referring doctor. Data collection by observation, interviews, and document studies. Processing and data analysis used open coding and analysis to obtain conclusions. Results: The examination procedure was carried out by preparing the patient to fast for 6 hours before the examination, checking the results of ureum creatinine, filling out the informed consent and doing a skin test. Contrast media as much as 1.1-1.2 ml/kg per patient's body weight plus saline half of the amount of contrast, flow rate 2.5-3 mL/s, scan delay 25 s. DFOV 25-35cm, ASIR 40%. Reconstruction of slice thickness 1.25 mm to get more detailed results so that it could produce informative images that evaluated the spine and soft tissue. MPR and 3D reconstruction so that the image looked real bone and could be viewed 360ᵒ. Conclusions: The resulting slice thickness of 1.25mm and 3D reconstruction produced anatomical image information that could visualize bone to see destructive lytic lesions due to metastases, and visualize soft tissue such as paravertebral masses or discs.
Sprawozdanie z uroczystości wręczenia Nagrody im. Księdza Idziego Radziszewskiego ks. prof. Józefowi Krukowskiemu. Lublin, dnia 16 maja 2012 roku
Authors: Lewicka Mariola
Published: September 2023

Zarząd Towarzystwa Naukowego Katolickiego Uniwersytetu Lubelskiego Jana Pawła II przyznał ks. prof. dr. hab. Józefowi Krukowskiemu Nagrodę im. Księdza Idziego Radziszewskiego za wybitne osiągnięcia naukowe w duchu humanizmu chrześcijańskiego. Uroczystość wręczenia Nagrody odbyła się 16 maja 2012 r. w Katolickim Uniwersytecie Lubelskim Jana Pawła II w Auli Stefana Kard. Wyszyńskiego.
Ś.p. Ks. Remigiusz Sobański (1930-2010)
Authors: Sacher Andrzej
Published: September 2023

Ksiądz infułat prof. dr hab. Remigiusz Sobański, prezbiter archidiecezji katowickiej, urodził się 1 sierpnia 1930 r. w Miasteczku Śląskim (woj. śląskie, obecnie diecezja gliwicka). Był członkiem-założycielem Stowarzyszenia Kanonistów Polskich.